Newspaper abstracts from "The Cleburne News", Heflin, Cleburne County, Alabama for MARCH 18th thru MARCH 25th, 1937 NEWSPAPER issue of Thursday, MARCH 18, 1937 GIBBS FUNERAL George H. Gibbs, who resided near Gold Ridge, passed away Wednesday in his 57th year. He was laid to rest Thursday at Union Hill, Ala. afte services held at that placve at 11 o'clock, Yates Funeral directors having charge. The Bowdon Bulleton, March 11. ------ CALVIN BELL, 20, KILLED BY AUTO Tallapoosa, Ga., March 11 Calvin Bell, age 20, died last Friday afternoon. He was hit by a Packard automobile Wednesday afternoon and dragged about 140 feet. The accident happened about 1 mile west from town near Gobles Garden. The boy lived until Friday afternoon where he died at a Bremen hospital. The funeral service was held by Rev. Taylor Wright at the Mount Zion church Sunday afternoon. He bore his sufferings with soldierly fortitude and many hearts are saddened by his demise and the fact that his remarkable fight for life and health could not be successful. He is survived by his mother Mrs. Martha Jane Bell and one sister Miss Dessie Bell and two brothers Albert and Murdock Bell, all of whom are the receipients of much sincere sympathy in their bereavement. ------ BRYANT FUNERAL SERVICES Funeral services for W.A. Bryant, age 48, who died suddenly at his home near Lebanon on Thursday night, were held Sunday morning at 10:30 o'clock at Harmony Primitive Baptist church with Rev. Rufus Johnson officiating. Burial was in the church cemetery, Owens of Heflin in charge. Mr. Bryant is survived by his widow Mrs. Effie Bryant, two sons and one daughter, brothers and three sisters. ----- IN MEMORY OF J.I. ARMSTRONG "Jodie" Armstrong was born Oct. 19, 1871 and died Jan. 18, 1937; he was 65 years, three months and 1 day old. He was laid to rest Jan. 20, 1937 at Ranburne church. Grandfather did not belong to any church but if there is anyone in heaven he is gone there. If I could, I would not call him back because he suffered so much and so long. He had been suffering for about one year or more. I cannot remember grandfather being sick before this sickness. He was married to Miss Nannie Harper 43 years ago. To this union 10 children were born, four of which died several years ago. There are two boys still living, Bill and Flem Armstrong of Hightower; four girls, Mrs. Clara Breed, Mrs. Bessie Lovejoy, Miss Rachel Armstrong of Hightower and Mrs. Arthur Lyner of Micaville; eight grandchildren, Garfield and Winford McClain of Opelika; Willie Mae and Horace Breed; Vivian and Annis Lovejoy; Leo and Garlon Armstrong, all of Hightower; his mother Mrs. Mandie Armstrong of Carrollton, Ga.; six brothers, Bob, Willie, Elbert, Tomie, Vissie and Walter Armstrong; three sisters, Mrs. Fannie Ashley, Mrs. Bedie Moon and Mrs. Leta Banks. Grandfather was known by a lot of people and all who knew him thought alot of him. They will miss him, I know, but it won't be like us. He was loved by everyone. Owens Funeral home of Heflin was in charge with Rev. Eason officiating. God bless each and everyone is our prayer. Written by a granddaughter, Willie Mae Breed. ---------- W.L. GROOVER PASSES On Wednesday morning of last week, W.L. Groover, apparently in reasonable health, and after eating breakfast, walked out and was superintending some work, and was taken sick and asked one nearby to get him to the house. He was dead in 10 minutes, at his home at Lake Groover near Lithia Springs, Georgia. His body was interred beside that of his first wife at Antioch, near the scene of his boyhood. Mr. Groover attached himself to the M.E. Church in early life and when quite a young man, he felt that God had laid his hand on him, and yielding to that call, he entered into the ministry and for 20 years he devoted his life to the cause of Christ, when he retired on account of bad health. Mr. Groover is survived by his widow Mrs. Nettie Groover; five daughters, Mrs. Emma Hicks, Mrs. Kate Treese, Ms. Ola Campbell, Mrs. Farrell Groover, Miss Nell Groover; Q.P., W.G., Freeman, Willard, W.L., Phillip and Harlin Groover, and one sister Mrs. Sam Neely. By W.C. McMahan ------ BIRTHDAY DINNER FOR "UNCLE BART" CHEATWOOD On Sunday morning, March 7, the children, grand and great grandchildren with other relatives assembled at the home of Mr. and Mrs. M. Williams to celebrate the birthday of Rev. B.A. Cheatwood, he being 84 years old. He and his aged wife make their home with Mr. and Mrs. Williams and family. There was much handshaking, congratulations and talks of days gone by, and discussions on the Bible too, because he cannot be with Bro. Cheatwood for long without some talk on the Bible. Along about 11:30 we were called to the dining room where a table heavily laden with goodies, a large cake in the midst with lighted candles represented the 84th birthday anniversary of Bro. Cheatwood. He being feeble, was seated at the head of the table. The cake was presented to him by his second son, W.B. Cheatwood. The father extinguished the lighted candles and a prayer of thanks was offered by Rev. J.W. Patty. Then all began to feast on that sumptuous dinner. Those present were: Mr. and Mrs. J.E. Owen and family Mr. and Mrs. Edward Owen and baby Mr. and Mrs. Howard Burgess Mrs. Viola Owen of Edwardsville Mr. and Mrs. W.B. Cheatwood and family Mr. and Mrs. O.E. Owen and family Mr. and Mrs. George Griffin and family Mr. and Mrs. Lester Wade Mr. and Mrs. J.M. Baker Mrs. Lizzie Griffin of Piedmont Mr. and Mrs. G.N. Cheatwood and family Mr. and Mrs. J.M. Cheatwood and family Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Patty and family E.C. Smith and daughter Florence Mr. and Mrs. J.W. Patty Mr. and Mrs. W.R. Crews and daughter Mrs. Jessie Ferguson and children of Fruithurst After the sumptuous dinner the conversations and merry making together with making pictures continued until about 2 o'clock when a light rain began to fall and the guests began making ready to return to their homes. Good byes and good wishes were extended to each one and all were soon on their way, bringing to a close a day long to be remembered that I am sure was enjoyed by Bro. and Sister Cheatwood. Johnney Patty ------- DEATHS Mrs. Otis Walker died at her home here at 6 a.m. Monday following a short illness. The funeral services and burial were conducted at Bethsadia (Cross Roads) Tuesday. She is survived by her husband and five children, three boys and two girls. ----- Two young children of Mr. and Mrs. F. Brown of near Salem Schoolhouse died this week. The News learned Tuesday that Mr. Brown is also seriously ill. ----- Funeral services for Mrs. Lee Brimer who died at her home near Heflin on Monday morning were held Wednesday morning at New Harmony Baptist church, Rev. Meigs officiating. Burial was in the church cemetery, Owens in charge. She is survived by her husband and children. ----- Mrs. J.P. Ingram died at an Anniston hospital Tuesday afternoon. Funeral arrangements will be announced later. ----- NEWSPAPER Issue of Thursday, MARCH 25, 1937 HUSBAND HELD IN WIFE'S DEATH The following article will be read with interest by residents of Fruithurst, Edwardsville and Heflin, where Mrs. Davidson's parents and family were well known. She was the daughter of P.R.D. (Devotion) Williamson and a sister of Mrs. E.T. Parker of Edwardsville. The news item was clipped from the Guntersville Democrat: Guntersville, Ala., March 18 J.D. Davidson is in the county mail charged with the murder of his wife Mrs. Iowa Davidson. He is charged with murder in the first degree and held on a warrant sworn out by a brother of the slain woman. The tragedy took place at the Davidson home in Mill Village about 2 o'clock Tuesday afternoon. Mrs. Davidson was shot one time with a 12-gauge shot gun, the load passing through her breast near her heart, causing instant death. The couple were alone at the time of the tragedy. Neighbors and officers found the woman's body lying partly in a back door and partly in the yard. Following the shooting, Davidson hurried to the county jail and requested officers to lock him up, stating that he did not think it safe for him to be out, not telling them he had committed a crime. A few minutes later, police officers arrived at the jail and informed Sheriff Taylor that the man had murdered his wife. Davidson came to Guntersville with his family from Arab three or four years ago. They resided on Brindlee mountain several years before moving to Guntersville. The man is 61 years old and his wife was 47. They are the parents of seven children, all grown except one girl about 12 years old. Three or four of the children work at the cotton mill. Two of them are married. The man was not employed, it was said. No reason is given for Davidson wishing to kill his wife. They reportedly frequently quarreled and he recently threatened to kill her if he ever caught all the children gone, it is said. Mrs. Davidson was a native of Cleburne county. She was born June 25, 1889. Interment took place at Gilliam church cemetery, near Arab, this afternoon at 3 o'clock, Roden directing. ------- FINAL RITES HELD FOR SHOT VICTIM Funeral services for Isaiah Hammock, age 36, who was found shot to death late Saturday on a road near his Redland home, were held Sunday at Macedonia. Hammock who was reported missing since about noon Friday, said Sheriff Tom Prestridge who was investigating, is thought to have taken his own life. A wound in the left breast was the only mark on the man's body, it was said. A shotgun and empty shell was found nearby. Irvin Cox, a neighbor and a brother-in-law of Hammock told the sheriff that the latter had borrowed the shotgun aboutnoon Friday saying he was going rabbit hunting. The family on Saturday could ascribe no cause for Hammock's taking his own life. Sheriff Prestridge said after investigating, it is believed that Hammock took his life late Friday and his body apparently lay in the road all night until Saturday when it was discovered by Erbie Turner, rolling store driver for Howle and Turner, Hubbardville merchants. Hammock is survived by his widow, three children and other relatives of the Ranburne and Macedonia community. ------ FINAL RITES HELD FOR MRS. BRIMER Funeral services for Mrs. Beatrice Brimer, age 43, who died at her home near here Monday of last week, were held at 11 a.m. Wednesday at New Harmony, the Rev. Paul Meigs, pastor of Heflin Baptist church officiating. Burial was in the church cemetery, Owens directing. Surviving are the husband Lee Brimer, four sons, John, Henry, Harvy and Nelson; four daughters,Pearl, Norene, Mamie and Myrtle, and a brother, J.M. Nixon of Dallas, Texas. CARD OF THANKS We take this method to thank each and every one for their kindness and sympathy shown us in the death of our beloved wife and mother. We also thank Heflin Baptist church, Mrs. Clarence Hall and J.A. Harper for their beautiful floral offerings. Lee Brimer and children ------- MRS. LOVEJOY PASSES Mrs. Martha Lovejoy, age 71, died Tuesday night following a long illness. Funeral was at Hurricane Church this (Thursday) morning with burial in the church cemetery, Owens directing. Survivors are four sons and two daughters. ----- MISS WHEELER DIES Borden Springs, March 22 The death angel visited the home of T.A. Wheeler Friday afternoon and claimed as its victim his beloved daughter Miss Cora, age 25. She had been in declining health for several years and for the last few months had been confined to her room, but bore her suffering patiently and always had a smile for everyone. She was a member of the Church of Christ and was a devoted christian girl. It was so hard to part with her but we know that God in his wisdom knows best and that her going will make Heaven nearer to her bereaved family. She leaves to mourn her death her father, three sisters, Mrs. Belton Reaves of Oxford; Mrs. Alex McGee and Mrs. Luther Chandler of Borden Springs; two brothers John and Arthur, several aunts and uncles, neices and nephews and a host of friends in the community. Funeral and burial service were conducted at Arrington Chapel Sunday afternoon at 2 o'clock, L.H. Reavis of Summerville conducted the services. -----