The Schley County News Thursday, April 5, 1894 No. 14 The fourth annual reunion of the United Confederate Veterans Association will convene in Birmingham, April 25 and 26. It will be the largest gathering of ex-confederates held since the war. The People's party will meet tomorrow to nominate a candidte for Ordinary. Artistic painting on the hotel has been admired. The colors harmonize beautifully. Frank Montford of Buena Vista was in town Monday. He and Maj. Baldwin ???? a good lot of cotton from the warehouse. Two handsome upright pianos will be in two of the pretiest homes in town this week. Messrs. J.H. Kleckly and T.A. Collins purchased them from ?????. Rev. W.W. Tidwell and Mr. W.D. Murray and others, who had oats in the "boot" cut them after the freeze last week to feed to the stock. A very pleasnt party went out to Dozier's mill Monday, wrapped in heavy cloaks and comfortable buggy robes to angle for the finny tribe. Despite the very cool weather, they had a most delightful time but only two little minnows were brought back, the following young ladies and gentlemen composed the party. Misses Minnie Lewis, Eva Berry, Lula Murphy, Mary Hornady. Messrs. H.J. Williams and Arthur Hill. PERSONAL Mr. Will Clark was in town Sunday. Mr. Ford Stewart went up to Buena Vista Sunday. Mr. E.B. Hornady returned home Saturday from Atlanta. Col. C.R. McCrory went up to Columbus Monday on legal business. Miss Leila Hornady and Mr. A.J. Hill spent Wednesday with friends in Americus. Mr. J.N. Scarborough and little daughter Leila spent Sunday with relatives in Ellaville. Rev. D.F. Riley, the popular pastor of the Buena Vista Methodist church spent Monday with Rev. R.F. Williamson. Mrs. G.C. Williams went down to Albany Friday to visit her daughter Mrs. J.H. Davis. She will remain until after Chatauqua. Prof. Len Baldwin returned Sunday evening from a two weeks visit to Newnan and Atlanta. His trip was greatly enjoyed, particularly the twelve days spent in the Gate City. Messrs. Len Baldwin and Ed Cheney went up to Buena Vista Tuesday to arrange for the play to be presented at Literary League Hall Friday evening. THE TELEPHONE A SURE SUCCESS In a few days more we can talk with the people of Americus over fifteen miles or more of wire. This new enterprise puts Ellaville and LaCrosse one more step forward and little ahead of her sister towns of equal size and larger. Of course Americus will reap a benefit and Ellaville and LaCrosse will have a long needed convenience. After the telephone line is completed, look out for Mr. Hornady's new water works for Ellaville. Then next comes electric lights. end # 14

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The Schley County News Thursday, March 29, 1894 No. 13 SCHLEY COUNTY Schley County is composed of territory cut off from Sumter, Marion and Macon Counties. I was organized in 1858, and named for one of the old Colonial Governors of Georgia; Governor Schley. Its location is Southwest-Central. Area 1?0 square miles. General features, hilly, interspersed with level plateau. The soil is very fertile all over the county, but varies in color, some places being red clay, some dark brown, very sticky in wet weather, some peebly and some sandy, under-laid with clay subsoil. Cotton, corn, sugar-cane, oats, peas, potatoes, pumpkins, melons, rice, wheat, rye, barley, peanuts, and chufas, peaches, pears, prunes, pomegranites, plums, apples, apricots, quinces, cherries, grapes, mulberries, strawberries, raspberries, goose berries, beets, cabbage, cucumbers, squashes, tomatoes, turnips and other field, orchard and garden products grow here to perfection. Fruit culture is claiming the attention of many of our most progressive farmers. Thousands of young trees have been put out and this is sure to be one of the most important industries of Schley Co. The waste places in old field and forrest abound in wild fruits. Besides the native crab; crowfoot and other grasses, many of the best varieties of imported grasses do well here, especially Barmuda, herdsblue and orchard grass. The no fence law prevails in the county, yet stock raising is rapidly becoming one of the leading industries of the county, some of the finest horses in the South are raised here, and the rich golden butter and sweet country hams that are daily brought to market by bthe farmers of Schley, could not be beaten anywhere. Cotton is the money crop of the county, but happily the day has past and forever gone when the people of Schley depended on other sections for their meat and bread. Nearly every farmer in the county makes plenty of corn and bacon for home consumption and many of them make a surplus to sell. No particular attention is given to poultry raising, yet the people have all they want for home use and help to supply other markets with chickens and eggs. The health of the county is excellent, the average elevation being nearly two thousand feet above sea level and drainage is generally good, an epidemic of any diseases, was never known here. The farming people typically are intelligent, cultivated and refined as any agricultural people in the world. The county is dotted with school houses and churches. LOCAL AND OHERWISE The morning train from Americus was delayed for several hours Monday morning by a box car jumping the track at LaCrosse. No damage done. In this weeks issue of the News will be found the card of Dr. H.S. Munroe who is in the race for Ordinary. Dr. Munroe is thoroughly identified with the people of Schley and fully competent to fill the office in a highly creditable manner. The three year old baby of Mr. and Mrs. J.M. Murray came near being seriously burned Tuesday night. While his sister was undressing him fo bed, the rocking chair in which she was sitting overturned and the child fell face forward into the fire. Mr. Murray was fortunately in the room and quickly rescued the little fellow. He was painfully burned but we are glad to know that his injuries are not serious. Material for the vault to be built in the court house is at the depot, and the work will soon begin. The Commissioners did a wise thing in providing for a safe place to keep the County records, etc. Only a few days ago the Heard County court house was burned with all the records and the loss is ??????. The same thing could happen in Schley and every body will be the easier when the valuable documents are safely stored in a fire proof vault. 12 photographs for 75 cents, or 6 for 50 cents. If this strikes you just send the stated amount with photograph, not tin type, and I will forward pictures neatly and nicely finished to you. O.E. Christopher, Buena Vista, Ga. In another column will be found the announcement card of Mr. Phil Taylor, who is a candidate for Ordinary. Mr. Taylor needs no introduction to the people of Schley having been reared in the county. For a year and a half he was associated with Judge Myers in the Ordinary's office and is fully qualified to discharge the duties of said office. Mr. B.F. Green wishes it understood that he is not a candidate for Ordinary. TO FILL THE UNEXPIRED TERM It is thought that Col. J.B. Hudson will be appointed to fill the unexpired term of his father, Sol. C.B. Hudson. He is undoubtedly the choice of a majority of the people of the Southwestern circuit. Col. F.A. Hooper of Americus is also a candidate and has influential friends who are working hard to secure the place for him. Mr. Hudson's Schley county friends are interesting themselves in his behalf and are very anxious for him to receive the appointment. PERSONAL Mr. C.C. Shepherd of Sumter Co. was in town Saturday. Miss Hattie Tondee of Americus spent a few days in Ellaville this week. Prof. Ed Bridges of Spaulding was a visitor to Ellaville Sunday. Prof. C. Whithurst made a short visit to his old home at Gordon this week. Mr. J. Monroe Murray went up to Putnam Sunday to attend church at Good Hope. Messrs. John Kleckly, A.J. Hill, and G.W. Cone spent Tuesday in Americus. Mr. Walter Chapell and his sister Miss Lillie were guests at the home of Mr. R.C. Wells this week. John Cheney Jr. contemplates taking a trip to LaCrosse Sunday. This announcement is made in order that suitable preparation be made to receive the distinguished gentleman. Mrs. Fannie Noel Croxton of Danville, Va. spent Tuesday with her friend Mrs. H.S. Munro. She was accompanied by her niece Willa, the pretty litle daughter of Mr. W.O. Strange. Croft Bros., sign painters, did some artistic work on the show windows of Collins Williamson & Co.'s store Saturday. The Hotel was also prettily decorated. Dr. J.N. Cheney, Messrs. T.J. Murphy, C.R. McCrory and John Anglin went over to Cedar Creek fishing last week. They brought back 30 pounds of suckers and trout. FOR ORDINARY At the earnest solicitation of many friends in different parts of the county, I announce myself a candidate for Ordinary, of Schley Co., and respectfully solicit your support. Phil E. Taylor TO THE VOTERS OF SCHLEY Yielding to the persistent solicitations of many friends, I announce myself a candidate for Ordinary of Schley Co., subject to the Democratic nomination. If elected I will perform the functions of the office to the best of my ability.--H.S. Munro. Mr. Munroe Murray made some fine shots Monday evening. Dr. Cheney had seven partridges in a box which he turned loose in the field below the Depot for him to shoot, he agreeing to pay ten cents for every one he missed, six shots brought down six of the birds. The last time the gun failed to fire and the seventh bird got away. "AFTER LIFE'S FITFUL FEVER" The death of Solicitor C.B. Hudson, which occured at his home in Americus last Thursday night was a great surprise to every one, save, perhaps, his physicians and nearest relatives. The announcement caused genuine sorrow to many hearts in the county, where he was well known and highly esteemed. Charles Britton Hudson was born in Baldwin County, Ga. in 1827. When a young man he moved to Schley Co. where he began the practice of law. He was married in 1851 to Miss Mary Wood who died several years ago leaving four grown children. His second marriage was to Mrs. Josephine Royal, Mr. Hudson served during the war as lieutenant of that gallant company Schley Guards (Co. G, 5th Ga. Inf.) who battled so bravely for southern independence. Possessed of rare mental endowments and indomitable industry, he met with success in every undertaking and filled the high offices to which he was called with seg?nal ability. No breath of suspicion was ever raised against his private honesty or public integrity. He scorned the meanness of little souls and was ever ready to defend the weak and oppressed. In all the gentle humanities of life, he had the tenderness of a woman enshrined in the heart of a man. He was truly the friend of the poor and needy, always endeavoring to be guide! d by the teaching of the golden rule. Could the charities he dispensed year by year be recalled they would fill a bright page. The hurricane of temptation swept down upon this brilliant man in public life, and engulfed him in the whirlpool of intemperance, but be it said to his honor, his voice was ever raised against this evil and his warnings doubtless saved others from a fate like this. The many seeds of kindness silently and unostentatiously dropped by his hand blossom into beautiful flowers, as we contemplate his life and they cover many human frailties. The members of the Americus and other friends, accompanied the sorrowing relatives on their sad mission to Ellaville and a larger crowd is seldom seen in our city of the dead than that which stood around the grave of Solicitor Hudson. Rev. R.F. Williamson conducted the short funeral services. It seemed ???? that he who loved flowers and all the beautiful things of life should sleep beneath a bank of fragrant bloss! oms, the offerings of loving friends. FROM SUMMER HEAT TO FREEZING POINT Last week was the warmest spell for the season that Georgia has known in 25 years and vegetation was fairly booming out Sunday. The cold wave from the Northwest blighted and blackened the early gardens and the fruit crop. Reports from all over the south show that the calamity is wide spread. The melon growers have suffered great loss and the strawberry crop is ruined. Peaches and pears are entirely destroyed. The thermometer went down to 25 degrees in Ellaville, the coldest weather we've had this winter. The farmers say the oats are not injured except where they were jointed. Wheat crop considerably damaged. The cold extended into Florida doing great dameage to the orange crop and truck farms. (Transcriber's note: The freeze in Florida was one of the worst on record and very nearly wiped out the citrus industry in a single day.) After the freeze, the merchants telegraphed at once for seed potatoes to replant the crop, but have been unable to get any. It will be bad sure enough, to go through the summer without Irish potatoes. end # 13.

Marion County GaArchives News.....Hornady/Drane trip to Mexico 1907 January 6 1907 ************************************************ Copyright. All rights reserved. http://www.rootsweb.com/~usgenweb/copyright.htm http://www.rootsweb.com/~usgenweb/ga/gafiles.htm ************************************************ File contributed for use in USGenWeb Archives by: Harris Hill http://www.rootsweb.com/~archreg/vols/00011.html#0002514 June 14, 2004, 10:34 pm The Atlanta Constitution Buena Vista, Ga. Mrs. E.B. Hornady and her little daughter, Minnie Drane Hornady, accompanied by Miss Marilu Drane of Buena Vista and Mr. John Williamson of Ellaville, have left for the City of Mexico. They will travel by easy stages, stopping in New Orleans and other cities along the route. They will return to Buena Vista in May. This file has been created by a form at http://www.poppet.org/gafiles/ File size: 0.9 Kb

Here are couple of new names. I don't recall seeing the Hart or Ingram surnames before in these minutes. Do you know these folks? Harris book 2 page 17 Sept Term 1888 Met in Conference, Bro Charlie Walters Mod Opened doors church for reception members Invited visiting bretheren to seats with us Called for Absentees, none Reffrance matter, none Missellanious business, A letter recieved by the church from Bro. Ruben Bullock asking a letter from the church on the grounds that he disliked 2 or 3 members, letter refused and a committie of 3 - J.J. Owen, A.M. Caskey and C.M. Rainey to see Bro. Bullock and assertain the extent of his mallis The case of Bro. Morrisen reported by Bro. Rainey as to the disposition of his church letter, ordered that a committee of 3 - Billie Ingram, Billie Kelley and Fred Rainey see Bro. Morrison and cite him to our next conference so we no how to deal with him Tribute of Respect and Obituary of Sister M. L. Hart read by the committie and ordered by the conference to be published in the county paper and Christian Index and one page be left blank to the memory of the deseased Collection for Association purposes 50 cents Collection for Minutes 75 cents No other business, no new business, conference adjerned Charlie Walters Mod, S. M. Cottle CC end page 17

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The Schley County News Thursday, March 22, 1894 No. 12 A GRAND SUCCESS Under the direction of Prof. Len Baldwin, the Ellaville Eclipse comedy company appeared before the foot lights for the first time on last Friday evening at the court house, in the drama entitled "The Heroic Dutchman of 76," and made a great hit. Without exageration it was the best performance ever given in Ellaville, and we have seen higher priced shows by professional troupes that were not near so good. The fine audience was captured at the beginning and held throughout th evening. There was just enough blending of pathos and comedy interspersed with wit and humor to keep the interest at the highest pitch. While there was a remarkable absence of hitches (and) blunders, that so often ruins an amateur performance. Mr. Arthur Hill, as Col. Brown, the old soldier, was equal to all the requirements of his part, and did more clever acting. Ed Cheney made a distinguished looking officer. His uniform was greeted by murmurs of admiration. He acted the part of the haughty uncompromising military man to perfection. J.W. Pearson was admirably suited to the character he assumed and the handsome rebel captain in his dashing blue uniform had the sympathy of the entire audience. Miss Lila Chapman, a daughter of Col. Brown, was attired in a costume that enhanced the brilliant brunette beauty and she made such a charming sweetheart it was no trouble for Zeke Wall as gay Captain Lile to play the devoted lover. Their little tete tete's were gone through with as naturally as though they had no audience. Mr. Wall made a striking appearance as a soldier, and received many compliments. Ford Stewart assumed the title role and made such a realistic Dutchman that it was easy to believe that he was "Just over from the old country." He never failed to be in the right place at the right time and "Ze Dutchman" always caught the crowd while his witty sayings kept everybody in fine humor. Sam Bridges as the colored servant of the Brown's carried his part through splendidly and was one of the favorites of the evening. His donning the colors of the two regiments and posing as sentinel brought down the house. No one else could have acted Tom, the British Corpo! ral so well as did John Cheney. He had a hard part to play but went through without any trouble, Miss Bessie Cheney as May, the other daughter of Col. Brown, assumed the most important and difficult role, but she sustained her part throughout in a highly creditable manner. Her defiant attitude towards Maj. Jones who held her as prisoner and her faithfulness to her rebel lover in the midst of peril was fine acting and held the audience entranced. She made a pretty little rebel and received unstinted praise. The most effective scene was in the second act when Harry Walters surrounded by British soldiers, was brought back to be hung as a spy. There was a deathlike stillness, save the soft music that floated mournfully through the hall. The sad expression of the prisoner and the whole scene seemed so real that many eyes were wet with tears. The play contains many lofty sentiments and the whole tenor of it was elevating. A very unique character was introduced between the first and second acts, and everyone agreed that Mr. Ed Hornady made a fine old darkey "Uncle Rastus" funny sayings and local hits were greatly enjoyed. His rendition of an original poem with drum accopaniment was one of the best things of the evening. The Overture, "Silverado," by the Ellaville Brass Quartette, was brilliant and complete. The audience was surprised and delighted and gave such a hearty encore that they were forced to respond and played a lively galop. Mr. Whitehurst in a few well chosen remarks, gracefully introduced Miss May Stewart who held the closest attention of the audience while she recited "Uncle Remus at the telephone." This was a different undertaking but she (im)personated widely different characters with charming ruse and grace, and received the highest ??? ???. Miss Nell Morgan of Americus appeared in a quaint empire gown and told the story of the "Old oli can" in a sweetly modulated voice with a touch of pathos that aroused the tenderset emotion. The Eclipse Mazurka, composed by Prof. D.N. Baldwin, and dedicated to the band was rendered between the fourth and fifth acts and the performance closed with a beautiful selection "Long Shot March." The music was excellent and the band was unable to respond to the frequent encores. Between acts lemonade was dispensed. The proceeds of the entertainment amounted to $67.00. Dr. Sam Williamson acted as usher and handled the large crowd in a highly satisfactory manner. In fact everything passed off smoothly and creditably and a more delighted audience never assembled. Prof. Len Baldwin is himself possessed of dramatic talent of a high order and to his splendid management is due the credit for the success of this entertainment. LOCAL AND OTHERWISE Mr. J.M. Gay, notice of whose death appeared in last week's News, was buried at his home near Fellowship last Friday. Winston Dixon of LaCrosse who is a student in the M.G.M. and A. college in Milledgeville is making fine progress and is much pleased with the school. The Schley County News pays him weekly visits. Mrs. Burton came very near being run over by the train last Friday morning. She and Capt. Burton were walking on the track, when the morning train came around the curve so quickly they barely had time to jump off the track before the train went thundering by. The grove in front of Capt. Burton's has been cleaned up, the grass burned off and it possible it is more beautiful than before. An early morning walk through this sylvan retreat would make a ????? feel that the world is full of joy and life well woth living. The telephone line between Ellaville and Americus is almost assured. The business men of our sister city have manifested considerable interest in the enterprise, and several have subscribed liberally. It is probable that the line will be extended to Buena Vista. Mr. and Mrs. E.W. Strange moved this week from Columbus to east Point, Ga.; where they will in the future reside. They have many warm friends in Ellaville to wish them success and happiness in their new home. Turpentine kindling for sale, cheap. Apply at this office. REV.DAVID APPERSON DEAD Old Uncle David Apperson, one of the best citizens of Schley Co. died at eleven o'clock Monday night. His death was no surprise to his friends, as he has been very feeble for months. He was 86 years of age and has lived for a long time in this county. Being a minister of the Free Will Baptist Church, he traveled over the country a great deal and made a large circle of friends. He took lively interest in every thing that was well informed on the current topics of the day. Loyal to his God, true to every trust, he has gone to the reward that awaits the faithful. FOR FIFTEEN LONG YEARS Monday, J.N. Carns, a guard from the Chatahoochee Brick Yards, came in a hack from Americus to take Robert Heath to the convict camp where he will serve out his sentence of fifteen years for manslaughter. The prisoner begged piteously to be allowed to go without handcuffs, which request the guard of course could not grant. He was so overcome with emotion that he followed the officers out of the jail without so much as saying good-bye to the other inmates. There are five prisoners awaiting trial at the April term of Court. ALMOST A SERIOUS BLAZE It took heroic work to save the Peacock House from destruction by fire Saturday afternoon. When discovered large volumes of smoke were issuing from the room in the north wing of the building over the kitchen, which is occupied by a porter. In the room was a desk filled with papers and it is supposed that the rats got hold of matches and set them afire. A lamp on the desk exploded and the oil added fury to the flames. A large crowd with extinguishers, buckets of water ?et, had hard work to get the fire under control. The desk in the room was burned completely up and Morris Moye lost ten dollars in money. PERSONAL Mr. Olin Dixon was in town Sunday. Miss Maggie Caskey visited Ellaville friends last week. Mrs. Ware of Leesburg is visiting her cousin Mrs. P.G. Haigler. Mr. Fred Greene of Florida visited relatives in Ellaville this week. Messrs. Ed Cheney and Sam Williamson went up to Buena Vista Tuesday. Mrs. L.W. Dixon of LaCrosse visited relatives in Ellaville last week. Miss Lila Chapman spent Sunday in Columbus, with her parents. Miss Lula Murphy returned Friday from a delightful visit to Fort Valley. Mr.and Mrs. Webster Bagley of Americus were in Ellaville Sunday. Mr. Robert Howe of Sumter City spent Sunday at the home of Hon. W.D. Murray. Prof. Robt. Glover who teaches an ineresting school at Concord, spent Sunday in Ellaville. Messrs. Ben Reese and Horace Munro came down from Buena Vista to the show Friday night. Mrs. J.N. Scarborough, Mr. and Mrs. Will Carter and Miss Stella Scarborough spent Sunday at Capt. Burton's. Miss Eva Rainey, a pretty and popular young lady from Ebenezer spent several days in Ellaville this week. Mrs. Ella Park who attended her father Mr. J.M. Gay in his illness, returned to her home in Newnan, Monday. Miss Nora Pound, Buena Vista's talented music teacher came down Friday to visit her friend Miss May Stewart at Dr. Munro's. Prof. L.D. Lockhart and wife came up from Americus to the entertainment, and were guests of Dr. and Mrs. W.D. Sears. Col. and Mrs. James Dodson and their little daughter Mattie Lewis Dodson of Americus visited the family of Mr. R.C. Wells last week. Mr. and Mrs. J.B. Hudson, Mrs. Cato and Mrs. T.J. Baisden came up rom Americus Tuesday to attend the burial of their uncle, Judge T.B. Myers. Messrs. John Hudson, Will and Tom Tooke, were the representatives from Lacrosse Sunday. Some of our attractive visitors were responsible for their visit to Ellaville. Misses Nell Davis, Nell Morgan and Charlie Wynn Baisden returned to Americus Monday, after a short visit to their Ellaville friends. These charming young ladies are very popular in Ellaville, and received many pleasant attentions during their brief stay. SUDDENLY AND WITHOUT WARNING Judge T.B. Myers fell dead upon the street in front of Cheney & Co's Drug store Monday evening at 7 o'clock. For several days he complained of not feeling well but no one apprehended anything serious and his death was a terrible shock. Dr. Cheney was one of the first to reach him and saw at once that life was extinct though many hoped that it was only a fainting spell and made every effort to restore animation. Mr. Myers was one of the most popular men in the county and had he not been the victim of drink might have been one of the most useful men. He was 55 years of age and had been many times honored with public trust. For seventeen years he was sherriff and at one time represented this county in the Legislature. He was at the time of his death serving his second term as Ordinary. Uniformly kind and courteous, he won the esteem of all. To the orphan nieces left to his charge, he acted the part of the tender loving father. No one but God knows what a good brother h! e was to me, sobbed the broken hearted sister, at whose house he found home, and love and encouragement. No word of reproach ever escaped his lips, and no matter how far he wandered, her arms were always about him. Her devotion was beautiful. No one deplored his weakness more than did the unfortunate man. Only last week he wept bitterly as he reviewed his life and realized that he had gone too far to ever redeem his manhood. But he was firm in his determination to give up drink, and the effort cost him his life. It may be that the high resolve to break the chains that bound him was but an answer to the ceaseless prayers of those who loved him. Let us hope that the poor weak, erring soul, struggling in the grasp of a power too strong for human aid, breathed a prayer to heaven: "Other refuge have I none Hangs my helpless soul on thee, Leave, oh leave me not alone." It needed but this to bring the pitying savior. to lift him up to be with Him in Paradise. A very large concourse of friends followed the remains to their last resting place, and the church bells never tolled a sadder funeral. It was the grave of blighted hope, and love and joy and promise of bright ambition drowned in the wine cup. His life and death is a sermon may it prove a warning to those who have just started on the road to ruin and a beacon light to show them the jagged rocks in the awful abyss. The tenderest sympathy is felt for the bereaved. (Transcriber's note: Thomas B. Myers served as a private in Co. G, 5th Ga. Inf., The Schley Guards, enlisting May 11, 1861 and surrendering at Greensboro, N.C., April 25, 1865.) end # 12

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Marion County GaArchives News.....Buena Vista Social Column Duncan, Lightner, Lawhern, Smith, Hornady, McMichael, Wadsworth, Wooten October 8 1911 ************************************************ Copyright. All rights reserved. http://www.rootsweb.com/~usgenweb/copyright.htm http://www.rootsweb.com/~usgenweb/ga/gafiles.htm ************************************************ File contributed for use in USGenWeb Archives by: Harris Hill http://www.rootsweb.com/~archreg/vols/00011.html#0002514 June 13, 2004, 2:13 pm The Atlanta Constitution BUENA VISTA, GA. Mrs. A.G. Duncan, who has been visiting relatives for some time in Americus, has returned to her home here. Mrs. Dr. Lightner is back among her friends again after a visit to relatives in Coulmbus, Ga. Mrs. Lawhern (Lawhorn?), after a visit to her parents at Coultersville, Ill., is at home again. Miss Ruth Smith will leave tomorrow to visit the Misses Reich, of Columbus, Ga. Mrs. Sarah Hornady is on a visit to her son, Mr. E.B. Hornady, of this place. Her home is at Dawson, Ga. Miss Mary Hornady, of Dawson, Ga., is visiting relatives and friends here now. Mrs. Dr. Jack McMichael, nee Miss Louise Lott, of Perry, Fla., is visiting relatives and friends here. Mrs. Mason Wadsworth, who was painfully hurt in an automobile wreck a few days ago, to the delight of her many friends is very much better. Miss Carrie Wooten, who has been on a visit to Atlanta, has returned. Miss Forrest Browning, of near here, will go over to Columbus tomorrow. This file has been created by a form at http://www.genrecords.org/gafiles/ File size: 1.6 Kb

Marion County GaArchives News.....Marion Social Column Lowe, Drane, Dunham, Cooper November 12 1911 ************************************************ Copyright. All rights reserved. http://www.rootsweb.com/~usgenweb/copyright.htm http://www.rootsweb.com/~usgenweb/ga/gafiles.htm ************************************************ File contributed for use in USGenWeb Archives by: Harris Hill http://www.rootsweb.com/~archreg/vols/00011.html#0002514 June 13, 2004, 1:23 pm The Atlanta Constitution Buena Vista, Ga. Mrs. Frank Lowe entertained her bridge club delightfully Wednesday afternoon. All of the younger matrons and young ladies who compose the club were present. Delicious refreshments were served. Mrs. Rony Jordan, nee Miss Mary Lou Drane, of Ellaville, Ga., spent a few days recently with relatives here. Mrs. J.J. Dunham gave a very nice reception to the Marion county chapter of the Daughters of the Confederacy on thursday afternoon. The house was beautifully decorated and refreshments were served. Mrs. W.W. Drane, of near Friendship, Ga., who has been quite sick while on a visit to relatives here, is much better. Mr. and Mrs. Clyde Cooper, who recently married here, have had quite a nice bridal trip to Jacksonville, St. Augustine and other points in Florida and to the groom's relatives in Augusta, Ga., and to his parents at Norwood, ga., and are expected back here in a few days, where they will make their home for the present. Mrs. Cooper is a social favortite here, and her friends are delighted to know she is to remain in her home town. This file has been created by a form at http://www.genrecords.org/gafiles/ File size: 1.7 Kb

The Schley County News Thursday, March 15, 1894 No. 11 It is Marion County's time to name the senator for that district and the Patriot thinks that Col. C.P. Munro of Buena Vista would be an acceptable candidate. JURORS DRAWN FOR APRIL TERM The following is a list of the Jurors drawn for the Spring term of Schley Superior Court which convenes the 2nd. Monday in April 1894. Grand Jurrors. E.T. Lightner, S.A. Sellars, R.H. Slappey, S.J. Allen, Chas. Womack, Kenneth Stewart, J.J. Snipes, J.W. Snipes, W.W. Childers, M.B. Dunn, T.F. Rainey, C.A. Thompson, C.R. Tondee, R.T. Bivins, J.L.B. Ursry, H.J. Williams, T.G. Cheney, Isaac Hart, E.S. Baldwin, R.M. Rainey, A.L. Jordan, J.H. Sellars, Z.T. Snipes, T.H. Devane, H.H. Mott, Dupree Peacock, W.H. Tison, Charles Walters, Arthur Hill, J.S. Womack. Traverse Jurors W.D. McCorkle, S.M. Murphy, T.J. Murphy, J.J. Owens, D.C. Davis, W.W. Tidwell, Z.C. Aldridge, J.D. Autry, J.P. Bridges, Courtey(?) Jones, L.R. Clark, Henry Stewart, I.J. Harold, J.H. Fulford, J.H. Tatum, A.L. Glover, J.F. Hudson, J.H. Franklin, T.J. Pilcher, W.B. Bryant, E.L. Cordell, J.L. Perry, J.H. Mackey, A.C. Allen, W.T. Myers, J.J. Snipes, Jos. W. Hearn, C.L. Battle, H.J. Halstead, J.M. Cook, Wyatt Snider, T.G. Cheney, Aaron Larkin, J.E. Clark, W.J. Payne, J.R. Walters. LOCAL AND OTHERWISE Zeke Wall has 8 through bred durock jersey pigs for sale; $5 each. Call on or address him at this place. Be sure you hear the band and look at the new band wagon March 16. Mr. J.M. Gay is very ill at his home in the country. The skill of physicians seems of no avail, and he is steadily growing weaker. His family and friends entertain the gravest apprehensions. Later, Mr. Gay died this morning. Mr. Albert Reese spent just four weeks in Ellaville and carried back to Savannah nineteen more pounds of flesh than he had when he came. A young lady who has been in school here just a short while has gained fifteen pounds. This speaks well for the healthfulness of our town, don't you think? We are sorry to learn that Mr. Ed McElmurray is sick. Little Miss Edith Munro was a pleasant caller at the "Pintin Offis" Monday. The ladies of th Baptist Church raffled off a quilt a few days ago which was won by Miss Eva Berry. There was considerable wind, rain and hail in Ellaville Sunday night but no damage was done, except to those who went in their storm pits and lost a nights sleep. AMERICUS AND ELLAVILLE There is a strong possibility that Americus will soon be connected with Ellaville by telephone. This enterprise will mark a wonderful stroke of enterprise for both places and will be of great benefit to the businessmen of Americus as well as Ellaville; more especially will Americus be benefitted because of its wholesale business. Co. Ed Hornady is working to have the telephone a certainty. He spent yesterday in our city in the interest of the new line, and stated to the Times Recorder last night that he had much encouragement. Many have subscribed liberally and not a few will give their money to this progressive measure, two gentlemen have gave $50 a piece.--Times Recorder. PERSONAL Will Hornady is visiting the homefolk. Messrs. Ed Cheney and Garrice Haglier went to Americus Saturday. Miss Massie Crittenden, a popular young lady of Shellman is visiting at Mrs. S.E. Hornady's. Mr. and Mrs. T.J. Wilkinson of Long Cane have been viiting at the home of Mr. T.H. Wilkinson, near LaCrosse. The news comes from Columbus that Mrs. W.H.McCrory who has been desperately ill, is improving. Dr. and Mrs. Munro, Miss Mary Hornady and Mr. A.A. Arrington went down to hear Talmage lecture in Americus last night. Messrs. T.A. Collins and Claude Dixon went up to Taylor County Monday, on business. Miss Foy, the talented young teacher who presides over the school at Schley was in town Saturday. Miss Kate Williams has recovered from her recent illness and went to her school at Glen Holly Monday. Sam Bridges taught the school during her absence in a very acceptable manner. A welcome visitor to Ellaville this week was Mr. J.A.S. Baisdn of Atlanta. He was on his way to Florida and stopped over a few days to visit his aged father who is quite feeble. Miss Annie Lewis, a bright and attractive young lady of Atlanta arrived Saturday night and will be the guest of her aunt Mrs. J.N.Cheney for several weeks. THE BANK SHORTAGE Mr. A.L. Reese, the expert bank accountant who has been in Ellaville for the past month straightening the books of the Planters Bank, completed his work last week and returned to his home in Savannah. The shortage of cashier Clark amounted to $9500. Instead of being the victim of an unfortunate deal in cotton futures as his friends believed, he has been persuing a course of systematic stealing for several months. He viloated every obligation, betrayed every trust and is guilty of no less than a dozen serious crimes. The feeling against Mr. Clark is very strong and he has sunk very low in public opinion. Every one believes that he should suffer the full penalty for his crime, but a wave of piy will mingle with the storm of indignation when those who know his weak and vascillating nature, remember that he was trying to follow in the footsteps of those to whom he looked for advice and guidance. They were shrewed enough to evade the clutches of the law and today sit in hig! h places. He made a bungling job and is looked upon as a common thief. The mill of God grinds slow but sure and some day the shrewed financiers who have defrauded the honest toilers all over this country of their hard earned dollar will be made to realize that the way of the transgressor is harsh. EIGHT HUNDRED DOVES KILLED. The bird hunt last Thursday was the greatest of the season. The nimrods from all parts of the county came in long before sunup to the "baited" field back of Capt. Burton's. Below you can see who did the best shooting. Names--Shots--Birds J.M.Murray--181--62 C.R. McCrory--235--56 E.S. Baldwin--113--54 W.T. Myers--99--42 E.A. Dixon--84-40 John Hagler--100-40 Z.T. Mott--87--38 L.E. Tondee--86--36 C. Thompson--120--36 R.Payne--75--28 J. Williamson--80--23 Claude Dixon--105--22 H. Threlkeld--80--22 A.L. Reese--70--22 Cliff Myers--75--21 J.F. Hudson--56--21 R.A. Wiggins--75--20 Jno. Anglin--40--18 Ed Hornady--50--17 A.J. Hill--60--17 H.J. Williams--100--17 Jno.Cheney--60--15 V.H. Tondee--70--14 G.P. Hagler--90--15 F.M. Devane--??--14 Cleve Davis--100--12 Arthur Hill--40--8 J. Williams--114--8 Bob Tondee--55--6 E. dixon--6--6 Tom Hixon--18--4 John Kleckly--??--3 Chas. Womack--??--2 Will Lumpkin--30--3 Col. C.W. Hancock, the veteran editor has undertaken the task of getting out a book that will be of great interest to people in Georgia. It will be a historical collection of facts, traditions, biographical sketches, anecdotes, etc. covering a period of forty years 1854 to 1894. The counties intended to be embraced in this book are Sumter, Schley, Marion, Stewart, Webster, Terrell, Lee, Dooly, Macon and Randolph. LEGAL ADVERTISEMENTS Georgia Schley County To whom it may concern, Z.T. Mott having in due form applied to the undersigned for letters of guardianship of the person and property of Katie C. Mott and Lucy A. Mott, minoe children of Z.T. Mott. Notice is hereby given that his application will be heard at my office on 1st Monday in Feb. 1894. Given under my hand and official signature, this Dec. 16th 1894.--T.B. Myers, Ordinary, S.C. end # 11.

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There is an excellent article here on how Doyle (in Marion County) came to be. The reference to the Vampire that robbed the community would be liquor. Some time earlier a bill was introduced in the Georgia legislature by Capt. Robert Patton of Patton (or Nubbin) Hill district of Schley County that had the effect prohibiting the sale of liquor almost everywhere (see http://ftp.rootsweb.com/pub/usgenweb/ga/schley/newspapers/nw1066thegener.txt ). Newspaper pieces I have read indicate this prohibition movement continued to grow until by the early 1890's much of Georgia was becoming dry. I believe this may be the Joe Rogers household in 1930. 1930 Marion Co. Census Doyle GMD 1539 April 5, 1930 57/62 Rogers, Joe S. Head MW 75 M 30 Ga(all) farmer Lizzie M. wife FW 61 M 34 Joe S. Jr. son MW 23 S manager farm Thomas L (relationship blank) MW 21 S laborer The Schley County News Thursday, March 8, 1894 No. 10 A MODEL COMMUNITY A few years ago Wigginsville was synonomous with lawlessness and had an unsavory reputation all over the county. Its grog shops were liberally patronized and the place was the scene of many midnight carousals, but now all is changed. The Vampire that robbed the community of its good name and made drunkards of her sons, has been stamped out and the place has taken a stand second to no community in intelligence and morality. With the old order of things the name passed away and the place is now called Doyle in honor of the lovely and accomplished wife of Mr. Joe Rogers, this being her middle name. Mr. Rogers has built a beautiful home here, and has extensive farming interests, his magnificent crops along the railroad have attracted no little attention. He also has a large mercantile business and is known as one of the most progressive and prosperous men in this section. Perhaps no one deserves more credit for the improved state of affairs than Mr. J.M. Persons who encour! ages everything that is for the upbuilding of his neighborhood. He has an able champion in Prof. J.M. Collum, the County School Commissioner of Schley. Mr. Collum is an up to date teacher and is principal of the Doyle High School. He is thoroughly in love with his work; which accounts for his great success. His school averages 63 as bright and interesting boys and girls as can be found in Georgia. Miss Lula Buchanan of Buena Vista teaches a music class in connection with the school, and is giving perfect satisfaction. She has ten pupils making fine progress. There are two churches in the community which are largely attended. About a half mile from Doyle is Knowlton's Springs, famous for the health giving properties of mineral water equal to any in the state. Mr. Charles Knowlton, a rare genius, has Variety Works and flourishing mills located here and is doing a thriving business. His two sons are model young men, being sober, industrious and reliable. The farmers ! around Doyle are enterprising, properous and contented, and above all they realize the importance of giving their children advantages that will fit them to take them places in the world as intelligent moral citizens. EXECUTORS SALE Agreeably to an order of the court of Ordinary of Schley County, will be sold to the highest bidder, at the court house door of said county, on the 1st Tuesday in April next within the legal hours of sale the following property to wit: three acres of land off of lot No. 101; one acre off of lot No. 110 in the 29th Dist., and right of way for a mill race or ditch through the lands of J.M. Gay. All in Schley County, also gin, feeder, condenser, cotton press, grist mill and appertinances thereto. Sold as the property of Dupree Peacock late of said county deceased. Terms one half payable Oct. 1st and one half Dec. 1st 1894. This March 5th 1894.---B.T. Peacock and Z.T. Mott, Exrs. end # 10.

The Schley County News Thursday, March 1, 1894 No. 9 Several cases of small pox developed in Atlanta this week. Mr. Walter Harris a young saloon keeper of Americus, in a fit of despondency attempted suicide Monday. The gold fever is at its height in Lumpkin county and many rich veins have been discovered. Rev. W.B. Merritt died at his home near Friendship last Friday. He was a man of deep learning, a true and noble citizen. The Knights of Labor of the United States are about to start upon a campaign, having for its object the removal of the negroes from the United States and their colonization in Africa. A tour of the South will be made in March, and lectures upon this subject will be delivered in the principal cities. ELLAVILLE HIGH SCHOOL (Advertisement) Offers superior advantage to Parents who desire to give their children a thorough training in the rudimentary br????es, or to fit them for the college class. A full corps of competant teachers are in charge and every effort is being made to place this school foremost among the HIGH SCHOOLS of the state. Rates of tuition are--Literary Dept. $1.10 and $2.10 per month. Music $2.30 Art $2.00. All tuitions are payable at the end of each month. Good board in private families, can be had at very reasonale rates. For further information, address principle, C. Whitehurst A.B. Prin. Miss May Stewart, Primary Dept. Miss Lila M. Chapman, Music and Art. LOCAL AND OTHERWISE Another dove hunt was enjoyed by a large crowd Tuesday. How many did you kill? The Ellaville High School is progressing nicely, and now numbers over one hundred pupils. We have been requested to announce that a meeting of the Ellaville Reading Club, which suspended several months ago, will be held on Friday evening at the home of Mrs. S.E. Hornady. Important matters of business will be brought up, and a good attendance is desired. What to do with tramps is a problem that ought to be solved. They are becoming entirely too numerous in this immediate locality. Ellaville is almost daily visited by representatives of this vast army of idlers. Mr. Phil Taylor has a lead pencil that will write any color. You should see it. Mr. H.C. Greene who has been quite ill for several weeks is improving. It is with deepest regret that we learn of the serious illness of Mrs. Anna Berry Edwards. The tenderest solicitude is felt for Mrs. Edwards by her many friends in Ellaville, and all hope to hear of her speedy recovery. Maj. E.S. Baldwin has returned from a pleasant visit to Talbotton where he attended a reception given by Mr. and Mrs. J.J. Bull on Tuesday evening to celebrate the fifteenth anniversary of their marriage. Mrs. Bull has visited Ellaville on several occasions, and is remembered as a queenly and lovely woman. TAKEN UP A black but-headed cow, owner can get same at my place 4 miles south of Ellaville and paying for this notice. Feb 24th 1894. B.F. Greene. AN IMPORTANT ACT OF THE COMMISSIONERS The commissioners of the county have closed a contract with Mr. Wilds of Atlanta to build a vault in the Court House to secure the public records of the county. The cost will be $1200.00 with the priviledge of turning in two safes at $300, which will leave the sum of $900 to be paid in money. We think this is a good move on the part of the commissioners as the safes do not hold more than one third of the records and should the books be destroyed there could be no calculating the expense to the county of the cost of replacing the Code and Acts, and establishing records of court verdicts and deeds, etc. PERSONAL Miss Eva Wall is the guest of Mrs. H. S. Munro. Mr. George Hill of Garden Valley was in town Monday. Mr. C.R. McCrory went up to Buena Vista Monday. Mrs. C.P. Payne and children visited Mrs. H.T. Arrington this week. Mrs. P.G. Haigler has returned from a visit to friends in Leesburg. Mr. J.W. Pearson our faithful and popular depot agent, spent Monday out of town. Prof. Ed Bridges came over from Spaulding to spend Sunday with his fathers family. Mrs. Mattie Buchanon and children of Sumter Co. are spending a few days at the home of Mr. R.C. Wells. Mr. Lin Bridges who has been attending the Atlanta Medical College returned home Saturday, with the title of M.D. attached to his name. Mr. P.H. Williams has been in Ellaville this week talking insurance. He represents the Equitable which is rated as one of the strongest and most influencial companies in the United States. A mistake occurred in the marriage notice last week. Miss Eliza Driver was the bride and not Miss Mollie. WE MUST HAVE A BANK Some of our most prominent businessmen speak very hopefully of the prospect for the banking business to be resumed in Ellaville at an early day. It has proved too convenient and profitable to be abandoned, and our people are too enterprising to think of trying to get along without such an institution. Of course it will take us some time to get entirely over our recent misfortune, but there is no time to waste in useless repining. Let everybody keep step to the hum of progress. The president and directors of the Planters Bank deserve much to hear praise for the creditable manner in which they have managed the affairs of the bank, since they were left in such a tangled condition. Bravely and patiently they have gone about their work with the determination to meet all demands made upon them, and they are bringing order out of chaos, to the satisfaction of all concerned. A PLEASANT GATHERING Our little neighbor Lowe, the home of some of Schley's most progressive citizens has been quite gay during the past week. A number of attractive visiting young ladies have enlivened society and several entertainments have been given in their honor. A candy pulling at the home of Mr. Asa royal on last Friday evening was greatly enjoyed by the large number of guests. Among the visitors were Misses Eva Ogburn, Tronie Dykes, Mattie Kleckley, Annie English. MUST SERVE HIS SENTENCE Messrs. Hinton and Williams, attorneys for Robert Heath have worked very hard to lighten the sentence of their client and the prisoner all along has been very hopeful of getting a new trial, but on Tuesday the decision of the Supreme Court was handed down affirming the judgement of the court below, and Mr. Heath will be taken to the penitentiary to serve out his sentence of fifteen years. He is much depressed over the turn of affairs, and much sympathy is felt to him as up to the time of the unfortunate homicide, he has always borne a good reputation and since his incarceration in our jail, has conducted himself well. The following is the decision of the court. The presiding judge was not obligated to allow the power of a witness under cross examinatiopn to be tested by requiring the witness to go to the window and look at an object on the street which object was not visable to the judge and jury from the position in the courtroom. It was not error to charge on the subject of voluntary manslaughter with essentially (unreadable)... down in the code for the definition of that offense, the instrument of the homicide being a long handled shovel and the mortal blow having been stricken therewith under circumstances which left the proper grading of the homicide open to some question. There is no eror in denying a new trial. MASONS MOVED SATURDAY The Masonic lodge has been moved from the second storey of the Academy (to?) upstairs over Collins, Williamson & Co.'s store. The hall is large and comfortable and since being cleaned up and furnished, presents quite a nice appearance. The interest in this order is increasing and the members are much pleased with their new quarters, which are located more conveniently for all who attend. The meetings will be held on Thursday afternoons to accomodate those who live at a distance. TOWN Mayor--T.A. Collins Councilmen--W.D. Murray, H.S. Lindsay, H.S. Munro, Arthur Hill, C.L. Peacock Recorder--A.A. Arrington Marshall--J.F. Hudson Treasurer--Claud Dixon Council meets first Monday night in each month. COUNTY Ordinary--T.B. Myers Clerk, Supr. Court--J.M. Murray Sheriff--William Allen Jailer--P.G. Haigler Tax Collector--C.H. Wulf Tax Receiver--D.W. Rainey Treasurer--P.F. Dixon Surveyor--E.S. Baldwin County School Commissioner--J.M. Collum Coroner-- G.W. Marshall Superior Court--convenes the second Monday in April and October. W.H. Fish, Judge, C.B. Hudson, Sol. General. Ordinary's Court--First Monday in every month. County Commissioners--W.D. Murray, V.H. Tondee, T.V. Bridges, A.M. Caskey, G.T. Walker. Court first Tuesday in each quarter. end # 9.

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The Schley County News Thursday, February 22, 1894 AT THE POINT OF A PISTOL Mr. Lucious Dixon of La Crosse had a thrilling experience Sunday night with (when?) a mysterious stranger walked up to his gate and called him out and asked to be taken in for the night, Mr. Dixon informed him that he had company and could not accomodate him where upon the man jerked out an ugly revolver and thrust it in his face exclaiming angrily "This will make you open your doors to me." Mr. Dixon was greatly surprised at the unexpected turn of afairs but his wits did not desert him. Telling him to wait till he could see the proprietor, he went in the house and got his Winchester, the sight of which caused the M.S. to change his tune. He claimed to be a revenue officer and said it was not a pistol but hand cuffs he was flourishing around. After making many apologies he was allowed to go his way; but one thing sure if he comes prowling around law abiding citizens, an inquest will be held over his remains. A CARD OF THANKS Murray's X Roads, Feb. 20, 1894 Editor Schley County News, I ask space in your column, to publicly express my sincere thanks, not only to Him who controls the destiny of us all, but to those who administered to me during my severe illness from which I, as I hope, am just recovering. I as well as Mrs. Giles, feel that surely no people shared the sympathy of their neighbors, (and many who lived at quite a distance from us) more than did we in our affliction, and we hope in some measure, should it be necessary in the future, to demonstrate that we are not forgetful of such kindness. Special mention might be made of those who neglected their own homes and families, that they might administer to our wants, but feeling grateful to so many, it would occupy too much of your space, to undertake to mention any particular names. Success to the News, and every deserving enterprise, and every citizen of the county.--L.A. Giles. Burglars entered several houses in Americus last Thursday night. At the home of Mr. Frask Lanier they secured $300, a part of which was in checks. A sack of silver in the same room was overlooked. A reward of $50 has been offered by the Americus Grocery Co. of which Mr. Lanier is a member. LOCAL AND OTHERWISE. The Hotel de Peacock is being brightened by a coat of "French" grey paint. Quite a nice little sum of money has been put in circulation in Schley Co. by the widows of Confederate veterans receiving their pensions. Prof. Herring is teaching an interesting school at Ebenezer and is very popular with the people in that section. Mr. I.L. Lindsay has the finest pair of mules in Schley County. He purchased them this week of Mr. A.J. Hill. They were a beautiful iron grey, perfectly matched and have been very much admired. Mr. L.P. Clark and Mrs. Mollie Driver were married yesterday afternoon at 3 o'clock at the home of the bride, this county. Rev. R.F. Williamson officiating. The News extends best wishes. Mr. John Collins is way ahead of his neighbors when it comes to gardening. He has english peas, cabbage, spring turnips, etc. growing beautifully, and will be feasting on these vegetables before other people have them well up. The "Crisp Tennis Club," is the latest innovation in Ellaville. It was gotten up by young gentlemen who are ardent admirers of the distinguished Speaker and is bound to be a success so long as it bears the name that always carries good luck. It is very gratifying to the many friends of Carl Murphy, to know that he is taking such a fine stand at Emory. Though the youngest member of his class, he stood at the head in the recent examinations, and every body in Ellaville is proud of his record. Mr. Monroe Murray likes occasionally to lay aside the cares of business and take his pointer dog out to hunt birds. He says there are large numbers of partridges around Ellaville, and it is no trouble to bag them. The local sportsmen are having a good time. Mr. and Mrs. J.T. Stewart will entertain the members of the band and their lady friends at their pleasant home near Ellaville tonight. The band wagon and "city hacks" will take the crowd out, and the young people are anticipating the jolliest time imaginable. Cries, fire!, fire! caused considerable excitement in town Saturday morning and a crowd soon gathered at Dr. J.N. Cheney's residence with buckets fire extinguishers, etc., and found that a blaze was under good head way in one of the rooms in the second story. By prompt and efficient work, a serious conflagration was averted. NIMRODS ON THE WARPATH A large crowd went out to the Redding place early Monday morning bird hunting. The fields had been baited for several days and were alive with doves. A rapid fuselaide was kept up for several hours and many of the innocent slain. There are unusually large numbers of birds of every kind about here and the hunters knowing that the game law will very soon go into effect are getting in many hours of delightful and exhilerating sport. PERSONAL Mr. Will Clark of Americus was in town Sunday. Miss Alma Simpson spent Saturday and Sunday at Putnam. Mr. Frank Montford of Buena Vista was in town Tuesday. The "Phonograph man" and his family left Ellaville Sunday night. Messrs. J.R. Williams and A.J. Hill went up to Buena Vista, Wednesday. Mrs. Eugene Dixon has returned from a visit to her father's family in Americus. Hon. Allen Fort of Americus was in town Friday on business of importance. Prof. Len Baldwin and Mr. A.J. Hill spent Saturday in Americus. Miss Cattie Singletary is on an extended visit to relatives in Hawkinsville. Miss Kate Williams has recovered sufficiently to resume her school at Glen Holley. Mrs. S. McElmurray has returned from a pleasant visit to Americus and Montezuma. Messrs. Lucius and Olin Dixon came up early Monday morning to join the sportsmen. Mr. and Mrs. Walter Gaines and Mrs. Chipley and children visited their father's family this week. Miss Lula Murphy left Friday for a visit to Miss Lilla Everette of Ft. Valley. She will be greatly missed by her Ellaville friends. Mr. Max Banner, the genial and popular representative of Kern and Loeb, Columbus, was among his Ellaville friends Tuesday. The firm of Collins and Williamson and Co. is composed of T.A. Collins, J.B. Williamson, E.B. Hornady, we predict that this firm will by their fair dealings grow and continue to grow in favor with the public. Mr. Hornady's experience in the dry goods and notion business will enable this firm to buy and sell to please everybody in that particular line, and by paying cash, which they are able to do, will be a great saving in the grocery, shoe and hat departments. Wanted----By a young man of good character, sober and reliable, in fine circumstances, a lady correspondent, with a view to matrimony. She must not be over 18 years of age, good disposition and tall with a good bank account, must be willing to cook, wash and plough if necessary. Address, Youth, Ellaville, Ga. end # 8.

Blank My inquiry as to whom some these folks were got a couple of replies. Both Pat Lowe and Martha Rainey sent helpful information. I include Martha's note here as it would seem she is related to everyone in this church. Thank you Pat and Martha. R. M. Rainey is Reuben Marion Rainey (my ggreat-grandfather), Son of Thomas Frederick Rainey, Sr., grandson of Reuben Morgan Rainey. Sid Rainey is Albert Syndey Johnston Rainey brother to Reuben Marion Rainey C. M. Rainey is Charles May Rainey another brother. Charles married Henrietta Battle, daughter of Judge Cullen Lazarus Battle. Mattie Caskey wife of Andrew Marion Caskey is Martha Ella "Mattie" Battle, daughter of Judge Cullen Lazarus Battle. Billie Chatman could possible be George William "Bill" Chapman who married Virginia Lee Rainey a sister to Rebuen Marion Rainey. John Reid married Elizabeth Rachel "Lizzie" Daniel daughter of Julies Daniel and Rebecca Jane Countryman. Julies and Rebecca were early members of Ebenezer. Martha [email protected] book 2 page 14-16 March Term 1888 Met in Conference, Bro. Charlie Walters Mod Opened doors of the church for reception of members, none Call for Absentees Bro. T.J. Dosier made apologies for absence and was excused Immoral conduct, none Reffrance matter, Case of Bro. Sid Rainey time having _?_ allowed Bro. S. Rainey makes acknowledgements and was accepted by the church Misc. Business none no other business, no new business, conference adjourned R.M. Rainey Clerk Protem April Term 1888 Bro. Charlie Walters Mod (regular meeting, no new business) Charlie Walters Mod, S.M. Cottle C.Clerk page 15 May Term 1888, missed placed June Term 1888, missed placed July Term 1888 Charlie Walters Mod, S.M. Cottle clerk (regular meeting, no new business) August Term 1888 Met in conference, Bro. Charlie Walters Mod opened doors of the church for the reception of members, none absentees, none Immoral Conduct, none Miscelaneous business, motion made to defer Electing pastor untill next regular conference motion _?_ , Bro. R. M. Rainey appointed to take chair protem Bro. Charlie Walters selected again for the ensuing year as paster for Ebenezer Church Time for electing delegates to meet with the Friendship Association to convene at Butler GA on Thursday before 1st Sabboth in Oct, delegates Bro. Charlie Walters, Joe Womack, F. _?_ Rainey and Billie Chatman (page16) resolution of the church to appoint a committee of 3 consisting of Mrs. Mattie Caskey, C.M. Rainey and A.M. Caskey to draw up a tribute of respect to the memory of Sister M.L. Hart deseased to be published in the publick gaset of this county and Christian Index Committee of 2, Joe Womack and John Reid to notifie Bro. Walters of his selection No other business, no new business, conference adjerned July Term A Branch of Ebenezer Church exten__ to Glen _?_ _?_ new member joined by letter M__ Julie Stepens August Term at Ebenezer Church Ebbing, Cottle joined by experience and was baptised one page on minutes to be left blank in memery of Sister M. L. Hart, deseased done by order of conference, Charlie Walters Mod, S.M. Cottle Clerk end pages 14-16 ==== GASCHLEY Mailing List ==== If you have data to contribute to the Schley County site, please send it to me Virginia Crilley [email protected] ============================== Gain access to over two billion names including the new Immigration Collection with an Ancestry.com free trial. Click to learn more. http://www.ancestry.com/rd/redir.asp?targetid=4930&sourceid=1237

Here is the next transmittal for the Ebenezer Baptist Church minutes. There are many familiar surnames here, but some of the given names (or initials) cause me to wonder. R.M. Rainey for one. I know just enough about the Raineys to be dangerous, but I wonder if this could possbly be Reuben Morgan Rainey, who bought the land that eventually became Ellaville from the indians. Maybe this is to late and it was a namesake. Some one please help me out on this one. Who is Sid Raney? We have another Cottle, T.J. Dozier(again, know the surname but not T.J.), Walters, Hart, Chatman (could be Chapman). A.M. Caskey is known to me, but Minnie?, Reid and Womack. There were at least two Womack families in the area at this time and they appear to be unrelated. Any one who can shed some light on these names, please share what you know with the lists. Harris book 2 page 14-16 March Term 1888 Met in Conference, Bro. Charlie Walters Mod Opened doors of the church for reception of members, none Call for Absentees Bro. T.J. Dosier made apologies for absence and was excused Immoral conduct, none Reffrance matter, Case of Bro. Sid Rainey time having _?_ allowed Bro. S. Rainey makes acknowledgements and was accepted by the church Misc. Business none no other business, no new business, conference adjourned R.M. Rainey Clerk Protem April Term 1888 Bro. Charlie Walters Mod (regular meeting, no new business) Charlie Walters Mod, S.M. Cottle C.Clerk page 15 May Term 1888, missed placed June Term 1888, missed placed July Term 1888 Charlie Walters Mod, S.M. Cottle clerk (regular meeting, no new business) August Term 1888 Met in conference, Bro. Charlie Walters Mod opened doors of the church for the reception of members, none absentees, none Immoral Conduct, none Miscelaneous business, motion made to defer Electing pastor untill next regular conference motion _?_ , Bro. R. M. Rainey appointed to take chair protem Bro. Charlie Walters selected again for the ensuing year as paster for Ebenezer Church Time for electing delegates to meet with the Friendship Association to convene at Butler GA on Thursday before 1st Sabboth in Oct, delegates Bro. Charlie Walters, Joe Womack, F. _?_ Rainey and Billie Chatman (page16) resolution of the church to appoint a committee of 3 consisting of Mrs. Mattie Caskey, C.M. Rainey and A.M. Caskey to draw up a tribute of respect to the memory of Sister M.L. Hart deseased to be published in the publick gaset of this county and Christian Index Committee of 2, Joe Womack and John Reid to notifie Bro. Walters of his selection No other business, no new business, conference adjerned July Term A Branch of Ebenezer Church exten__ to Glen _?_ _?_ new member joined by letter M__ Julie Stepens August Term at Ebenezer Church Ebbing, Cottle joined by experience and was baptised one page on minutes to be left blank in memery of Sister M. L. Hart, deseased done by order of conference, Charlie Walters Mod, S.M. Cottle Clerk end pages 14-16

The Schley County News Thursday, February 15th 1894 No. 7 REPLY TO CITIZEN Editor Schley County News: I note with some surprise a card in your last week's issue signed by Citizen. I don't know who the author of the card is, whether a citizen of Schley county, the state of Georgia, or the United States, but one thing I do know, Citizen is clamorous for notoriety, and I think the lowest type. While I don't, nor would I attempt to defend or encourage a crime, or crimes, being committed in or out of the borders of our grand old commonwealth; I would not heap insult nor injury upon the most unfortunately depraved human being; and last but by no means least, I would not insinuate either publicly or privately, that the motives of our fair and noble women were calculated to make martyrs or heroes of thieves, robbers, burglars or murderers. Now when the kind and ennobling influence of women is to be checked by the rough hand of censure and coarse insinuations of unrefined and hard hearted scribblers who for the morbid crave of notoriety, seeks through the press to establish to the world an idea, inherent by nature in every childs breast, in the household of every honest parent, it is enough to invoke the supreme contempt and condemnation of every good citizen whose generous home has been invaded, the idol and governess of which, has been stoned and p??lied, because of the kind and divine influence she seeks to wield over a fellow creature who has fallen by the wayside; for one so coarse by nature, so inhuman in training and so utterly lost in his own admiration of self and desire of notoriety, to question even in the slightest degree the pure motives of our kind sympathizing and devout Christian women. Possibly, Citizen being so entirely wrapped up in his ideal self (I say this because I know no lady is capabl! e of such coarse and unrefined composition) forgot that his mother was and is a lady, and that when the power of her whose controlling influence for good wields the greatest auxillary in the destiny of nations is hushed to silence through fear of their names being slandered, and their pure motives impugned, that society would have no guide, the penetentiary no bounds, crime no check, sins go unrebuked and the Devil loose at large in the country. I don't charge Mr. Citizen with but one other motive in view than the one above indicated, for I do not think any human heart is so petrified, the portal of whose doors are locked to sympathy, would be so vile as to indulge in such undeserved, uncalled for an unmerited rebuke, unless prompted by the Devil or his confederates and the desire of public notoriey. As flowers are emblems of beauty and innocense, so are ??? ?????ing monuments of purity and perfection, and their kind hearts and ennobling influence, a living index to Christ! ian civilization. Who knows like a mother the pangs of disappointment, and realizes more truly the sad down fall of her child. The citizen who wrote the card in your last week's issue; if a citizen he was, is guilty of two offenses against the ethics of refined society. First, he invaded the quite Citadel of woman's influence with all the force of what he thought was popular sentiment in order to give the public notice that he too, condemned the crime, and agreed that theft, robbery and all miscreants should be punished. "He killed the Bar" and too, he has sought to enter into the peaceful and inspiring sanctuary of woman's influence and set himself up as a guide for public morals and public good. If this modern "Benedict" is to be the guardian of good society, the corrector of evils and the promoter of good conduct, God save the country, the ladies and children. Second, he has judged and prejudged two christian societies, and in this way he has used offensive personalities. When has the example set by the fair and lovely women or our country lead to such debauchery as depicted by the citizen who wrote his code of morals in your last week's issue; surely not in the days of the present century? Is it possible that the day has come when he who has fallen into the cesspool of crime and then is to be excluded from all influence for good and repentence? And the kind hearted ladies who venture to give a ray of hope, or expression of christian sympathy for the down cast, or give her ???????ment and lovely influence for the dawn of a better and brighter life,shall be branded with using her influence for woe and misery to posterity? No echo, answers no, and may God forbid that the day shall ever come in history of southern chivalry, southern pride and lovely woman-hood. Now by way of suggestion, and the permission of Mr. Citizen, I will say that no act of any lady in all this southland whose influence is felt from center to circumference, whether it is a token of christian sympathy in the giving of flowers or whether it be eatables, cushion bottom chairs or solemn and earnest prayers, is unworthy of his emulation. Benvolence. A DELIGHTFUL OCCASION. The Ellaville Eclipse Band gave their first public entertainment, at the Court House, on last Friday evening, and scored a brilliant success. The large crowd present seemed in particularly happy spirits and mirth and good cheer reigned supreme. Quite a number of married couples lent their presence and added dignity to the occasion. Prof. Baldwin, manager of the band received the highest praise for the splendid arrangement of the programme which proved so entertaining to the guests. Under his leadership several beautiful selections were rendered in a manner truly astonishing, considering the vey short time the band has been organized. The "Phonograph man" was on hand and received a liberal patronage. A very pleasing feature of the evening was the recording of one of the band pieces. A funnel was attached to the Phonograph, and the band formed a ring around it, and played one of their popular airs. In a few moments it was reproduced on this wonderful invention. At ten! o'clock supper was announced, in the jury room two long tables were arranged diagonally with several smaller ones picturesquilly grouped around the room. With their snowy coverings and yellow decorations under the soft lights the effect was lovely. Covers were laid for one hundred, and the following elegant and elaborate menu was served in course by the members of the band and their young lady friends, OYSTERS Fried, Stewed, Raw. Boiled Ham Roast Turkey Spring Chicken Chicken Salad Salmon Salad Potato Salad Mixed Pickles Assorted Cakes Ambrosia Cheese Straws Hot Coffee Sweet Milk Crackers. There was no stiffness and conventionality, but in a good, easy, social way the guests lingered over the tempting viands, the merry conversation, and flow of sou? with the animated faces, making a bright and pleasing scene. When supper was over the audience was favored with some more of the soul stirring music from the band, and the clocks had chimed the hour of midnight ere the guest reluctantly departed each one feeling that the moment had flown by on golden wings. The band netted $35.00 and the young gentlemen feel very grateful for the encouragement received. Every one fortunate enough to have participated in Friday evening pleasures will be delighted to know that the Band proposes to give another entertainment at an early day, and we feel safe in predicting that the attendance will be very flattering. Prof. Baldwin though quite a young man has remarkable music talent, and is possessed of that tact and energy so necessary in successfully carving out any thing that he! undertakes. He is taking great interest in teaching the Ellaville Band and compliments them very highly upon their rapid progress. Prof. Whitehurst had Mr. Lingo to make a picture of the school last Friday. There is a large number of pupils, it was a difficult matter to crowd them all into one picture. Three prominent citizens of Sumter County died Saturday. Wm.C. Hooks, W.J. Harper, and Mrs. Turner Dixon. Their remains were interred in Oak Grove cemetery, Americus. The friends of Mr. Lawson Gyles of Murray's X Road are glad to know that he has recovered from a long and severe attack of pneumonia. Mr. Charles Lingo a photographic artist came out from Americus Friday to take a picture of the Ellaville Band. The young gentlemen with their new and handsome instruments presented a fine appearance as they faced the camera, and many were the compliments paid them. Rutherford Ross, charged with embezzling the funds of the Southern Express Co. at Americus was tried last week and acquitted. It will be remembered that $1000 sent from the Planters Bank at this place several months ago never got farther than Americus and young Ross was accused of approbiating this (&) other smaller ammounts to his own use. In the trial it was brought out that others knew the combination. A CARD OF THANKS We, the members of the Ellaville Eclipse Band, desire to tender our sincere thanks to Misses Leila and Mary Hornady, Lula Murphy, Emmie Baldwin, Eva Horry and lila Chapman for their kind services, and the ladies of the town for their donations Friday night, Feb. 9th. Ellaville Eclipse Band Ed Cheney, Secty. H.J. Williams, Pres. TEACHERS Come forward and contract, at once. I will be in Ellaville on Saturday. For other business, address me at Putnam.--J.M. Collum, C.S.C. THE DRY TICKET WON. Tate, Ga. Feb. 11.----(Special)--The last election on the whiskey question in Ball ground resulted in a victory for the dry ticket, and now the sale of intoxicating liquors is prohibited in every town, except one on the Marietta and North Georgia road. Talking Rock is still wet. None of the towns off the railroads allows the sale of liquor, and the rural districts are becoming such a network of schools and churches that, under the three mile law, there is no spot left for a baroom. A prohibition fight will be made at Talking Rock. POISONED BY WHITE ELDER Miss Kate Williams who teaches the Glen Holly School, has been at the home of her brother, Mr. J.R. Williams for several days suffering intensely from being poisoned by white elder. One of the pupils cut the stiock for a pointer to be used in blackboard exercises and Miss Williams, in scraping off the bark got the poison over her hands and face, which caused them to swell and inflame so that her best friends would hardly recognize her. Much sympathy is expressed for popular young lady and she is receiving many sweet attentions from her friends, who earnestly hope to see her out very soon. Tuesday the Bank paid its depositors 49 per cent of the sum due them. On November 1, 50 percent of the remainder will be paid, and on Jan. 1, 1895, the depositors will receive the balance due them. Certificates bearing 6 percent interest will be issued on the last two payments. PERSONAL Mr. E.B. Hornady spent Sunday in Ellaville. Col. B.S. Miller of Columbus was in Ellaville Sunday. Miss Claud Livingston has entered school here and is boarding at Dr. Munro's. Miss Mittie Myers came in from her school Friday to visit parents. Prof. Edward Bridges came from Montezuma Friday evening to visit the home folks and take in the Band concert. Misses Cattie Singletary and Minnie Norris of La Crosse by their presence added much to the pleasure of the entertainment Friday evening. Dr. Sam A. Williamson returned Friday from Atlanta, where he has been for several months taking a course in Dentistry, an is now prepared to do any kind of dental work. He has all the latest remedies for the treatment of diseases of the teeth and mouth. He will be glad to have his friends call on him at his office in Munro & Walls drug store. His many friends are glad to see him back. MARRIAGE AT LONG CANE Married, at Long Cane, at the residence of Mr. C.E. Greene, on Wednesday the 7th inst., Mr, T.J. Wilkinson to Miss Carrie Wilkinson, Rev. G.S. Turner(?) officiating. Only a few friends and relatives were present. Mr. Wilkinson is a resident of Long Cane community and a very highly esteemed and worthy gentleman. The bride is a handsome and lovely daughter of Southwest Georgia, her home being in Ellaville, in Schley County. She is a cousin of Mr. C.E. Greene. The happy pair left immediately for a visit to the bride's home. They will reside near Long Cane. The Reporter extends congratulations and best wishes--La Grange Reporter. The above announcement will be read with interest by the many friends of the bride who is the charming daughter of Mr. and Mrs. T.H. Wilkinson of this county. She is possessed of all the attributes that go to make up a noble woman and her groom is to be congratulated upon winning such a prize. Mr. Wilkinson is a prosperous farmer of Troup and is in every way worthy of the womn he has won. May the choicest blessings of heaven attend them in the new life upon which they have entered. end # 7.

We have a VALUABLE new addition to the Marion Co. Archives thanks to Angela Covington. Angela has done a wonderful job in transcribing Marion Co. Marriage Book D, years 1896-1900. This should be a large help to many Marion Co. researchers. I apologize for the fact that her beautiful Word document got a little askew when put on-line, but we'll work on getting them to line up a little better as time permits. But, the information is out there for your use. Thank you so much, Angela. http://ftp.rootsweb.com/pub/usgenweb/ga/marion/vitals/marriages/bkd.txt