NEWSPAPER ABSTRACTS FROM "THE CLEBURNE NEWS", Heflin, Cleburne County, Alabama for NOV. 1st thru NOV. 15th, 1934 NEWSPAPER Issue of Thursday, NOVEMBER 1, 1934 MRS. BARNETT FREE IN FATAL SHOOTING; Woman Tells Officers That she Killed her Husband in Self Defense Heflin, Ala., Oct. 27 Mrs. Helen Barnett, 24, Cleburne county farm wife, was under surveillance by peace officers tonight following a family row which culminated in the fatal shooting of her husband, Charlie Bennett, age 34, with a single barrel shot gun. Sheriff W.I. Owen said that Mrs. Barnett who was beaten in the row, was unable to be brought to jail here and that she was left at home under the surveillance of his officers. According to statements made by Mrs. Barnett to the sheriff, she fired on her husband after he struck her several times and had threatened her life and the lives of their four children. One of the older children, the Sheriff said, substantiated the story told by Mrs. Barnett. The woman told the sheriff that her husband apparently was crazed and that he beat her and attempted to beat the children. The shooting occurred at the Barnett home near the Georgia line north of Muscadine. Heflin, Ala., Oct. 29 Mrs. Helen Barnett is free Monday in connection with the fatal shooting of her husband Charlie Barnett in Beat 3 early Saturday night at the home four miles north of Muscadine. An investigation by Deputy Solicitor E. Burns Parker and Sheriff W L. Owen resulted in the officers withdrawing the murder warrent and the woman was allowed to return to her home. Mrs. Barnett said she shot her husband after he had severely beaten her, threatening to kill her and the four children. She said he fired at Louise, age 8. Barnett died within ten minutes after being struck in the stomach by a load of shot fired from a 12 gauge shot gun at point blank range. He is survived by his widow and four children; his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Andrew Barnett and three sisters. Pallbearers were Carl Goebel, Arthur Bentley, Hoyt Harris, Kenneth Bentley, Ivey Bowling and Dave Brooks. Funeral services for Barnett were conducted from Muscadine church at 2 p.m. Sunday, the Rev. Mr. Wiggins of Fruithurst officiating. Burial was made in the church cemetery, Owens in charge. ------ IN MEMORY OF EVERETT SANFORD On Friday afternoon, October 12, Everett Sanford departed from this life; he had been in declining health for several months but had been confined to his room for about two weeks when death came. He bore his sufferings with great patience, saying he was trusting in God to see him through. It was so hard to say goodbye to him but he is free from all pain and cares of this life. Although we cannot understand why he was taken from us so young, we feel that God had some purpose and that He never makes a mistake and that if we are faithful to God, we will meet our loved ones some bright morning where there'll be no more sad partings. Everett's friends were numbered by the score, for to know him was to love him; he was always the same, having a smile for everyone with whom he came in contact; he was always willing to lend a hand in the time of need. Besides his parents, he is survived by one sister, Mrs. Andrew Jarrells of Borden Springs and two brothers, Reuben of Tallapoosa, Ga. and Joseph of Borden Springs and a host of other relatives. Funeral services were held at Camp Creek church on Saturday afternoon, Oct. 13 with Rev. A.T. Warmack conducting the services. Edna Putnam ----- DEATH OF A BABY BOY On last Friday morning at 11 o'clock, a bright little light went out of the home of Mr. and Mrs. M.L. McElroy of near Hightower. While we sorrow the loss of the little boy, the angels rejoice over the gain. Little M. was only two years, four and one half months old. God needed a rosebud to be among the full bloomed flowers so He took the baby away. Malachi suffered from diptheria but he seemed to bear it patiently. The funeral was conducted Saturday morning at Crumbley Chapel, Rev. Mr. Ball in charge of the services, followed by other good talks. Pallbearers were Hullon Preston, Arthur Ball, Henry Phillips, Elson Williamson. Malachi left to mourn his death his parents; two sisters, one grandfather, one grandmother and a host of relatives. Weep not for he is in heaven. Let us be prayful and be ready to meet him when God says "come." Myrtle Stewart ----- BIRTHDAY DINNER Mrs. Lena Merrill of near Micaville celebrated her birthday last Sunday, Oct. 21. Great interest was manifested in the gathering of the children as they all came, each bringing a present for mother. The table was soon covered with nice presents. At 12 o'clock a most bounteous dinner was spread on a long table under the shade trees. The table was laden with everything eyes could wish for, while at the table a picture was made of the family. After dinner the crowd gathered in the living room to enjoy talking of by-gone days and the many blessings which they had enjoyed. Soon the sun began to sink behind the clouds in the west and we all realized it was time to return home. We all departed feeling happy that we had lived to see that happy day. We trust and pray that we may have the pleasure of attending many more birthdays at home with mother. As all children should love mother and to show their love and bring each other closer together, the 21st of October is set each year for a birthday dinner. Those present were: Mr. and Mrs. Fletcher Traylor and daughter Ruth of Pine Hill Mr. and Mrs. Elbert Traylor Merrill, Horace and Lena Anne of Carrollton, Ga. Mr. and Mrs. Emory Merrill, Tom L., Carl and Harold of Micaville Mr. and Mrs. Willie Merrill of Beason's Mill Mr. and Mrs. Alta Traylor of Swagg Miss Lizzke Mae Merrill and Horace Merrill of Atlanta Mr. and Mrs. J.T. Traylor of Pine Hill Miss Edna Cook of Atlanta Curtis Bibles of Beason's Mill Wilma and Earline Williamson of Swagg ----- (NOTE: The newspaper issue of November 8th, 1934 was not filmed for this microfilm roll) NEWSPAPER Issue of Thursday, NOVEMBER 15, 1934 FRUITHURST News Several from here attended the funeral of E.H. Vance's father who died at his home in Tallapoosa on Saturday. --- COLE HAS TOO MANY WIVES Jasper, Cole, 25, is in the Cleburne county jail on the charge of having too many wives. Cole was arrested at Edwardsville by Sheriff Owen and Deputy Prestridge and brought to jail here Sunday. His bond has been set at $1,000. Cole, it is said, has a wife and a child at Brutton, Ala. ----- IN MEMORY In memory of Mother, Mrs. Fannie Morgan Smith, who died Nov. 9, 1904. A son, J. Ester Smith ---- SURPRISE BIRTHDAY DINNER On Sunday morning, Oct. 28th, a large crowd of relatives slipped in on Mrs. E.E. Grizzard of Waco, Ga., to honor her on her 61st birthday. All who went, carried plenty of good eats and grandmother fixed more. The table was filled to overflowing, but when everyone was through eating, there were many empty places on the table. There were 22 persons present. Grandmother has seven sons and six daughters, all being present except one son. Those enjoying the dinner were: Mr. and Mrs. H.S. Grizzard, four children and son-in-law Loyd West Mr. and Mrs. Euell Grizzard and two children Mr. and Mrs. Carl Clayton and son Mrs. J. L. Cunningham and five children Mr. and Mrs. Bill McCrary Mr. and Mrs. Neal Grizzard and three children Carl Grizzard and five children Mr. and Mrs. E.E. Grizzard, Alton, Buren, Era and Addie Lou Grizzard EIler Mae Luallen I. Jackson After dinner more people came and after singing a while we made some pictures and started for our respective homes, wishing grandmother many more happy birthdays. A Granddaughter ----- BORDEN SPRINGS News Nov. 12 Last Tuesday afternoon, a large crowd met at the Church of Christ here to pay their last respects to Miss Willie Putnam, 19, of Allendale, S.C. Willie was well known in this community and had a host of friends who are grieved over her death. She was a member of the Church of Christ, having obeyed the gospel call some two years ago at the Moreland Avenue church of Christ in Atlanta. She is survived by two sisters Mrs. S.T. McDaniel and Mrs. Victor Sassinet of Anniston, two brothers, Thurston and Dennis of Atlanta, several aunts and uncles and a number of other relatives. Services were conducted by Rev. McPherson of Atlanta. -----