The Pike County Journal. Zebulon, Pike County, Georgia, August 23, 1895 Died of Hydrophobia We learn from the Macon Evening News of Monday of the death of a child from hydrophobia. The parents of the child, Benj. and Mrs. Dix lived in Pike county before moving to Macon, concerning the death the News says: Sometime between the 1st and the 10th of July the little son of Mr. Benjamin Dix of Newburg, South Macon, was bitten on the cheek by a little terrier dog supposed to have been afflicted with rabies. Mrs. Dix and the little boy were then in Houston county, twenty three miles form Macon. The mother brought the little son to a physician in the city immediately and the doctor dressed the wound carefully and stated that while there were no symptoms of hydrophobia, the little fellow would be subject to an attack until forty days had elapsed from the time he was bitten. The wound failed to heal but gave no pain until the latter part of last week when it began to swell and turn green. Yesterday the child was thrown into convulsions. Three physicians were called to the bedside at the parents home on the old Houston road, South Macon. One physician pronounced the disease fever, one nervous prostration, and the other pronounced it hydrophobia, which proved to be the correct diagnosis of the case. At ten o’clock last night the unfortunate boy, after suffering all of the terrible tortures of hydrophobia, breathed his last. The funeral will take place in Pike county tomorrow. His remains will leave this afternoon for Barnesville. (Transcribed 11/09/02 Lynn Cunningham)

Newspaper Advertisements The Pike County Journal. Zebulon, Pike County, Georgia, July 26, 1895 There will be NO FLIES ON YOU by using TANGLEFOOT FLY PAPER in different parts of your house. Flies get literally STUCK ON IT and cease to annoy you. The best only is kept by me. LET ME HELP YOU to preserve your fruit by using canning powders which will keep your fruit of all kinds in an open jar instead of using expensive glass jars. If it does not I will refund money. Fine lot of turnip seeds on hand. I am agent for different school book companies and will sell them to you as cheap as you can get them in New York. When needing DRUGS, PAINTS, OILS, and FANCY TOILET ARTICLES call to see me. J.M. Head, Druggist Zebulon, Pike County, Georgia, August 9, 1895 Blissus Leucopterus... I know if you are in possession of this particular species of Vermin the good man of the house is annoyed by night and the good lady by both day and night. All this unpleasantness, unhappiness and worry can be relieved by using the Vermin Eradicator made by me. By putting this on their place of habitation once or twice a year your beds will be fit for a king to sleep on. We are still trying to help you PRESERVE YOUR FRUIT. Some have acted on the suggestion and are happy. We offer you the best Turnip Seed grown, under a guarantee that they are as represented and that our Flat Dutch will not be Seven Tops. I carry only the purest and best Drugs, Medicines and Fancy Articles. J.M. Head, Druggist Zebulon, Pike County, Georgia, August 23, 1895 Ext. of ...Virtis Cucurbita i.e., Green Gourds, May be a pleasant perfume for some people, and the odor will not be less loud and vulgar than some perfumes are by which decent people are repulsed and made to wonder if you have either taste or smell; but in this they are sadly mistaken, because you smell too much. Save yourself this unpleasantness and do not inflict upon your friends the misery of holding their noses when you are about, by using the most delicate PERFUMES. Sold by me J.M. Head, Druggist I will still add to your comfort by selling you my Bed Bug Xterminator. (Transcribed 11/09/02 Lynn Cunningham)

The Pike County Journal. Zebulon, Pike County, Georgia, August 23, 1895 The Journal congratulates Mr. W.P. Ridle[y]* and Miss Ora E. Coggin, both of Beeks, on their marriage which occurred in Zebulon last Sunday. The ceremony was performed by Dr. C.F. Redding who has tied the silken knot that binds many congenial spirits together. (Transcribed 11/09/02 Lynn Cunningham) Note: The newspaper left the “y” off of the groom’s name. 1880 Census Place: District 545, Pike, Georgia Source: FHL Film 1254161 National Archives Film T9-0161 Page 28B Sylvester COGGIN, Self, M, M, W, 30, GA, Occ: Farmer, Fa: GA, Mo: GA Plurabie COGGIN, Wife, F, M, W, 26, GA, Occ: At Home, Fa: GA, Mo: GA Annie L. COGGIN, Dau, F, S, W, 8, GA, Occ: At Home, Fa: GA, Mo: GA >Ora E. COGGIN, Dau, F, S, W, 5, GA, Occ: At Home, Fa: GA, Mo: GA Martha WOODLEY, Cousin, F, S, W, 29, GA, Occ: At Home, Fa: GA, Mo: GA 1880 Census Place: District 540, Pike, Georgia Source: FHL Film 1254161 National Archives Film T9-0161 Page 83B George W. RIDLEY, Self, M, M, W, 47, GA, Occ: Farming, Fa: GA, Mo: GA Mowina RIDLEY, Wife, F, M, W, 40, NC, Occ: Keeping House, Fa: NC, Mo: NC Benjamin RIDLEY, Son, M, S, W, 12, GA, Occ: At School, Fa: GA, Mo: NC >William P. RIDLEY, Son, M, S, W, 10, GA, Occ: At School, Fa: GA, Mo: NC Nehemiah RIDLEY, Son, M, S, W, 6, GA, Fa: GA, Mo: NC Nancy C. RIDLEY, Dau, F, S, W, 3, GA, Fa: GA, Mo: NC Bartlett BAKER, Other, M, S, B, 16, GA, Occ: Farm Laborer, Fa: GA, Mo: GA Munroe BAKER, Other, M, S, MU, 13, GA, Occ: Farm Laborer, Fa: GA, Mo: GA Sanford HILL, Other, M, S, B, 20, GA, Occ: Farm Laborer, Fa: GA, Mo: GA

The Pike County Journal. Zebulon, Pike County, Georgia, August 23, 1895 There was a wreck of a freight train above Zetella last Friday which caused a delay of one day of the arrival of the passenger train. Mr. Arthur Marshall and the writer came down from Atlanta on the passenger train Friday and spent the night on the car at Woolsey. The mosquitos were on dress parade and contributed to the interest but not to the pleasure of the camp. After several fruitless attempts to get supper the blacksmith, Mr. Jones, came to our rescue and furnished us with a supper fit for a prince. Mrs. Jones we apprehend is not one of the “new women” we read of, but she is an artist in her line and ought to be allowed to vote if she wants to. (Transcribed 11/09/02 Lynn Cunningham)

The Pike County Journal. Zebulon, Pike County, Georgia, August 30, 1895 W.R. Darnell of Spartenburg, S.C., and Miss Nell Powell of Stewartville were married in Zebulon last Friday. Esquire Hartley performing the ceremony. The Journal extends congratulations. (Transcribed 11/09/02 Lynn Cunningham) Note: 1880 Census Place: District 551, Pike, Georgia Source: FHL Film 1254161 National Archives Film T9-0161 Page 58B John W. POWELL, Self, M, M, W, 38, GA, Occ: Farmer, Fa: GA, Mo: GA Jane L. POWELL, Wife, F, M, W, 37, GA, Occ: Keeps House, Fa: GA, Mo: GA H. G. POWELL, Son, M, S, W, 12, GA, Occ: Scholar, Fa: GA, Mo: GA R. H. POWELL, Son, M, S, W, 10, GA, Occ: Scholar, Fa: GA, Mo: GA >Nellie POWELL, Dau, F, S, W, 4, GA, Fa: GA, Mo: GA

The Pike County Journal. Zebulon, Pike County, Georgia, August 30, 1895 Emmett Coggin of Beeks was married last Sunday at Mt. Zion campground to Miss Eva McElhany. The ceremony was performed by Esquire Bloodworth. These young people are quite popular and have many friends who hope that they may have many years of wedded happiness. (Transcribed 11/09/02 Lynn Cunningham) Note: 1880 Census Place: District 545, Pike, Georgia Source: FHL Film 1254161 National Archives Film T9-0161 Page 30A William COGGIN, Self, M, M, W, 44, GA, Occ: Farmer, Fa: GA, Mo: GA Lavinia COGGIN, Wife, F, M, W, 34, GA, Occ: At Home, Fa: SC, Mo: SC Clide COGGIN, Dau, F, S, W, 9, GA, Occ: At Home, Fa: GA, Mo: GA Mary COGGIN, Dau, F, S, W, 8, GA, Occ: At Home, Fa: GA, Mo: GA >Emmett COGGIN, Son, M, S, W, 7, GA, Occ: At Home, Fa: GA, Mo: GA Ada COGGIN, Dau, F, S, W, 5, GA, Occ: At Home, Fa: GA, Mo: GA Wilbur COGGIN, Son, M, S, W, 4, GA, Occ: At Home, Fa: GA, Mo: GA Nellie COGGIN, Dau, F, S, W, 1, GA, Occ: At Home, Fa: GA, Mo: GA Callie COGGIN, Dau, F, S, W, 1M, GA, Occ: At Home, Fa: GA, Mo: GA Elizabeth CANSON, MotherL, F, W, W, 69, SC, Occ: At Home, Fa: SC, Mo: SC

The Pike County Journal. Zebulon, Pike County, Georgia, August 30, 1895 Vega Mrs. Lawrence wife of Mr. Gus Lawrence and sister of Mr. Bob Smith of this place was buried today at Century Nelson church. The cause of her death I have not learned. - C.B.W. (Transcribed 11/09/02 Lynn Cunningham)

The Pike County Journal. Zebulon, Pike County, Georgia, August 30, 1895 Mrs. D. Pope died at her home in Newnan last Friday. She was the wife of Mr. D. Pope, for years a citizen of this county. She had been suffering from a nervous trouble for about eight months and beyond this the relatives here are not apprised [sp] of the cause of Mrs. Pope’s death. (Transcribed 11/09/02 Lynn Cunningham)

The Pike County Journal. Zebulon, Pike County, Georgia, September 6, 1895 J.M. Sullivan, Jr., of Musella, Ga., was married last Wednesday to Miss Stephens of Crawford county. Mr. Sullivan is an old citizen of this county and his many friends hope that his marriage will be fraught with many years of happiness. (Transcribed 11/09/02 Lynn Cunningham)

The Pike County Journal. Zebulon, Pike County, Georgia, September 20, 1895 Large crowds from the Grand Army and Confederate Veterans are expected in Atlanta on Blue and Gray Day, September 21st. Notice has been sent out through the Associated Press and by Commander in Chief Lawler of the Grand Army and General John B. Gordon, Commander in Chief of the United Confederate Veterans. (Transcribed 11/09/02 Lynn Cunningham)

This obit was posted on the Upson County mailing list by Lisa Graham. The newspaper was not listed. Mrs. Mary Jane C. Beckham Mrs. Mary Jane C. Beckham, 93, of Molena died Friday afternoon, June 4, 1993 at her residence. Funeral services were held Sunday, June 5 at 2 p.m. at Molena Baptist Church with the Rev. Lanier Beasley and the Rev. Billy Lawrence officiating. Interment followed at Molena Cemetery. Pasley-Fletcher Funeral Home was in Charge of arrangements. Mrs. Beckham was a native of Sumter Co. Ga., and had been a resident of Pike Co. since 1921. She was a retired elementary school teacher in Pike and Meriwether counties and was former principal at Molena School. She was a graduate of the State Normal School in Athens. At the time of her death, she was the oldest living retired teacher in Pike County. Mrs. Beckham was a member of Molena Baptist Church. She is survived by one daughter, Mrs. Bill (Jane) Cochran Sr. of Madison; two sons, Mr. Richard T. Beckham and Mr. Charles W. Beckham, both of Molena; a sister, Mrs. A.C. Poole of Ormond Beach, Fla; nine grandchildren and seven great grandchildren. Lynn

The Pike County Journal. Zebulon, Pike County, Georgia, August 9, 1895 A Happy Marriage Mr. C.L. Golden of Atlanta and Miss Melissa Whatley of Meansville were happily married at the home of the bride’s father, Mr. S.J. Whatley on Tuesday evening last at seven o’clock and boarded the train for Atlanta, their future home Wednesday morning. Mr. Golden is one of Atlanta’s best business men who has resided there for a number of years. He is a brother of Rev. E.Z.F. Golden, who is known throughout the state. The bride, Miss Melissa, is one of the most attractive and industrious ladies we know of. She is a member of the Meansville Baptist church also a member of one of the most respectable families and a genuine Christian. We wish the parties all the prosperity, joy and happiness possible that could be wished by a true friend and may they live a Christian life and spend eternity in heaven. - Lifsey, Ga., Aug. 7, 1895 (Transcribed 11/08/02 Lynn Cunningham Note: 1880 Census Place: District 551, Pike, Georgia Source: FHL Film 1254161 National Archives Film T9-0161 Page 46A Samuel J. WHATLEY, Self, M, M, W, 48, GA, Occ: Farmer, Fa: SC, Mo: SC Iohn T. [?] WHATLEY, Wife, F, M, W, 38, GA, Occ: Keeps House, Fa: GA, Mo: GA William A. WHATLEY, Son, M, S, W, 21, GA, Occ: Laborer, Fa: GA, Mo: GA James W. WHATLEY, Son, M, S, W, 20, GA, Occ: Laborer, Fa: GA, Mo: GA Thomas C. WHATLEY, Son, M, S, W, 17, GA, Occ: Laborer, Fa: GA, Mo: GA Henry T. WHATLEY, Son, M, S, W, 16, GA, Occ: Laborer, Fa: GA, Mo: GA Lucy C. A. WHATLEY, Dau, F, S, W, 14, GA, Fa: GA, Mo: GA Sarah S. WHATLEY, Dau, F, S, W, 13, GA, Fa: GA, Mo: GA Emely A. WHATLEY, Dau, F, S, W, 11, GA, Fa: GA, Mo: GA Lilly L. WHATLEY, Dau, F, S, W, 8, GA, Fa: GA, Mo: GA >Melissa A. WHATLEY, Dau, F, S, W, 6, GA, Fa: GA, Mo: GA Not named, WHATLEY, Dau, F, S, W, 4, GA, Fa: GA, Mo: GA Not named, WHATLEY, Dau, F, S, W, 2, GA, Fa: GA, Mo: GA John SMITH, Other, M, S, W, 23, GA, Occ: Laborer, Fa: GA, Mo: GA

The Pike County Journal. Zebulon, Pike County, Georgia, August 16, 1895 The Corner Stone of the New Court House Laid Last Friday One of the largest crowds that ever assembled in Zebulon on any occasion was that which came together here last Friday to witness the laying of the corner stone of the new courthouse. There were perhaps 2,500 people present, and they were here from all the adjoining counties. At 10:30 o’clock a.m. Hon. John P. Shannon, Grand Master of the Masonic Lodge of Georgia arrived via Griffin accompanied by H.C. Burr and about fifteen members of the Griffin lodge. They proceeded at once to the Montgomery lodge room and a occasional grand lodge was opened by the grand master. The officers appointed for the occasion were as follows: H.C. Burr, Deputy G.M.; B.M. Owen, G.S.W.; J.H. Howell, G.J.W.; J.D. Carriker, G.Treas.; W.M. Hartley, G.S.; J.L. Reid, G.Mar.; C.A. Cooper, G.Architect; J.B. Ball, G.S.D.; C.C. Owen, G.J.D.; J. Lowenstein, bearer of three great lights; J.M. Martin, G.S.S.; J.B. Mathews, G.J.S.; E.K. Akin, G.O.; J.W. Ford, G. Tyler. After opening the lodge, the grand Marshall formed a procession and the members marched to the new court house where a platform had been constructed for the use of the grand officers. The beautiful Masonic ceremony was then begun. The stone was halted three times as it was lowered to position and the grand honors were given three times. J.H. Howell, Master of the Montgomery lodge placed an organ on the platform and Mrs. A.H. Rawls of Harralson furnished excellent music for the occasion. In lowering the stone to it’s position it was accompanied by sweet and wonderful music. Then a list of the articles for depositing in the corner-stone were read and deposited as follows: Holy Bible. Names of County Officers. Roll of Members of Montgomery Lodge No. 31 Free and Accepted Masons. By-laws, square and compasses. List of Ministers and Religious Denominations of Pike county. Pictures of the Old Court House. Seven Bills of Confederate, State and County Money. Pike County Journal, Home Journal, Barnesville Gazette, Towaliga Messenger, Gospel Messenger, Christian Advocate, Christian Index and Christian Observer. List of Pioneer Settlers of Pike county. Roll of Members of Mt. Olive Lodge No. 122 F. and A.M. List of Officers of Pinta Lodge No. 88 F. and A.M. Barnesville, Ga. List of Officers of Hollonville Lodge No. 70 F. and A.M. Hon. Robt. L. Beruer of Forsyth consented to deliver the oration, but a telegram announcing his illness consequent inability to be present explained his absence. The grand master was called upon to act as a substitute and his address was one of the happiest and best ever heard in Zebulon. He won the admiration and goodwill of all who heard him. After the address dinner was spread on tables that had been arranged in the shade of the large oaks and the large crowd was fed. The masonic lodges at Hollonville and Molena contributed their almost entire membership to the procession and they brought big baskets full of eatables. It was a great day in Zebulon and one that will be remembered. Those who examined the plans of the new court house and the workmanship and material that have gone into the building are delighted with the prospect that Pike is to have one of the best and prettiest court houses in the state. (Transcribed 11/08/02 Lynn Cunningham

I just want to welcome Dana to the group! Also, would like to say, I have a copy of his book, and it is fantastic!! Becky Carden

Thanks! Dana -----Original Message----- From: Lynn B. Cunningham [mailto:lcunnin1@bellsouth.net] Sent: Thursday, 07 November, 2002 22:33 To: GAPIKE-L@rootsweb.com Subject: [GAPIKE] The Mangham Family To the list: We have a new member of our list, Dana Mangham. Dana is the author of the recent book, "Oh, For a Touch of the Vanished Hand": Discovering a Southern Family and the Civil War, The Mangham Family & the Civil War. You can access his web page at http://www.mangham.org/ Even if you are not a Mangham, a visit to this site is worthwhile for the photo album and other Pike County trivia. Very interesting web page! Lynn ============================== To join Ancestry.com and access our 1.2 billion online genealogy records, go to: http://www.ancestry.com/rd/redir.asp?targetid=571&sourceid=1237

To the list: We have a new member of our list, Dana Mangham. Dana is the author of the recent book, "Oh, For a Touch of the Vanished Hand": Discovering a Southern Family and the Civil War, The Mangham Family & the Civil War. You can access his web page at http://www.mangham.org/ Even if you are not a Mangham, a visit to this site is worthwhile for the photo album and other Pike County trivia. Very interesting web page! Lynn

In a message dated 11/4/02 7:53:55 PM Pacific Standard Time, lcunnin1@bellsouth.net writes: > The Pike County Journal. > Zebulon, Pike Co., Ga., Friday March 8, 1895 > > Disabled Veterans > > Pike county has thirty six disabled confederate veterans who draw > pensions from the state treasury. These do not include soldiers who draw > pensions under the statute which applies to aged and indigent soldiers, > and is separate from the widows pensions. The amount of money drawn by > this class of pensioners in Pike county aggregates something over > $1,800. The amount and the names of the parties drawing these pensions > will be found below. > > > 50. Bernard, Mathew > Got a little more on Mat Benard: Descendants of Mathew "Mat" Benard 1 Mathew "Mat" Benard b: 1836-1838 in Kentucky +M. Elizabeth "Bett" Horton b: 1841-1846 in Pike Co., Georgia m: 1865 in Pike Co., Georgia Father: William B. Horton Mother: Mary B. (Harper?) ?_______ ~ 2 Elizabeth Benard b: May 1870 in Pike Co,. Georgia d: Bef 1880 in (not enumerated with family in 1880 census) ~ 2 Estella Benard b: Abt 1874 in Pike Co,. Georgia ~ 2 John W. Benard b: Abt 1876 in Pike Co,. Georgia 1880 Census - District 545, Pike Co., GA, pg 23C Mathew BENARD Self M Male W 44 KY Farmer FRA FRA Elizabeth BENARD Wife M Female W 34 GA At Home GA GA Estella BENARD Dau S Female W 6 GA At Home KY GA John W. BENARD Son S Male W 4 GA At Home KY GA Emma WELLS Niece S Female W 21 GA At Home GA GA There are also Wells living with Mathew's father-in-law in the 1880 census, too: 1880 Census - Pike Co., GA - Dist #545; Page 26A FHL Film #1254161; NARA Film #T9-0161 Name Relation Marital Status Gender Race Age Birthplace Occupation Father's Birthplace Mother's Birthplace William B. HORTON Self W <Widowed> Male W 94 NC Farmer NC NC Sarah DEWBERRY GDau S Female W 30 GA At Home GA GA Susan WELLES Other W Female W 39 GA Keeps House GA GA Mary WELLES Other S Female W 12 GA At Home GA GA Jordan WELLES Other S Male W 11 GA At Home GA GA Avarilla WELLES Other S Female W 4 GA At Home GA GA Valerie (Johnson) Freeman Tustin, California "Remember your history. To forget is to not belong." ~~ Charlotte A. Black Elk

The Pike County Journal. Zebulon, Pike County, Georgia, August 9, 1895 >From a Dying Man Its contrary to the general rule to find a letter written by a dying man, but in one case, at least, the rule must give away to an exception. In another column we print the letter written by J.C. Driver of Tampa, Fla., last May to his father and mother in this county. At the time of Mr. Driver’s death he was the architect in charge of some large buildings that were being constructed at Tampa. He was a bout 30 years of age and a son of J.W. and Mrs. Sarah Driver of this county. His letter was in response to one from home in which he received some flowers. His strength gave out and he signed his letter in a very uneven hand. Then in a few minutes he was asleep in death. A Letter Tampa, Fla., May 10 1895 My dear father and mother, my dear sister and brother: your long waited letter came last night, but the shadow of death came first, and while passing through the shadow I listened to the words for which I had waited so long. The rose leaves were sweeter than any honey and I placed them over my heart – there to perish with my pain-wasted body, but which will bloom again in a new life where there is neither pain or death. Father, I want to put my arms around your neck once more, I have so longed for a sight of your dear old face again. I ask you to forgive all the wrong and any distress I have caused you and remember I am waiting for you in the world above. Mother, I am glad your health is so much better, and that you are free from so much suffering. Oh, I have suffered more than tongue can tell, and I have so longed to see you again, but it will be in a better world where we will part no more. Tillo, be good to your wife. Some day you may need her as I have needed mine. Try to do good works. Keep good company and you will know happiness and peace. Bessie and Hassie I will remember when I go up higher and will give them the protection I could not give here. Prepare to meet me on the beautiful shore. Give my love to all the neighbors and friends. Tell Molly Irvin I wish her every possible happiness. Sallie and Giles I remember and the kindness they did me in the old days, and Giles in the long suffering in Atlanta. They will receive a just reward for all acts so bestowed. Uncle Clay I think of so much and have prayed for him with all my heart. And now in this world farewell! I await your coming on the other shore. Farewell father and mother. [signed] J.C. Driver (Transcribed 11/06/02 Lynn Cunningham Note: 1880 Census Place: District 545, Pike, Georgia Source: FHL Film 1254161 National Archives Film T9-0161 Page 29D Julius W. DRIVER, Self, M, M, W, 47, GA, Occ: Farmer, Fa: NC, Mo: NC Sarah E. DRIVER, Wife, F, M, W, 37, MS, Occ: At Home, Fa: GA, Mo: GA Sallie DRIVER, Dau, F, S, W, 22, GA, Occ: At Home, Fa: GA, Mo: GA Emma DRIVER, Dau, F, S, W, 12, GA, Occ: At Home, Fa: GA, Mo: GA Tilla DRIVER, Son, M, S, W, 9, GA, Occ: At Home, Fa: GA, Mo: GA Bessie M. DRIVER, Dau, F, S, W, 2, GA, Occ: At Home, Fa: GA, Mo: GA

Dear Arthur, While reading the correspondence about John Green>Mountain I have a Matilda Green born abt 1830 GA. (possibly Pike Co. Ga) She had two children, Valley (Vallie) Green & Frances Ella Green I believe she never married and Green is her surname. I cannot find any record of her marriage (if any) or her parents. I did tract a Matilda in the census records abt 1870 in Pike co., GA with her two children living in the household of Hardaway. She was a domestic servant. Mountain Green did have a daughter named Matilda. Do you have any information that would be helpful? Thanking you in advance. Barbara Thurmond Re/Max Communities 404-338-0542 barbarathurmond@remax.net

The Pike County Journal. Zebulon, Pike County, Georgia, June 21, 1895 John L. Jackson Dead J.L. Jackson is no more. He died at his home near Williamson, Ga., on the night of the 17th inst. More than a year ago he contracted a cold that developed into consumption. He gradually grew worse until the end came. He was a member of the Methodist church for years and for most of the time held official position. Before his health gave way he was a successful worker in the church and he was always at his place. Just a few days before he died he walked a mile and a half to church and took some part in the public service. He exhorted the brethren on that occasion to good works. His soul was all on fire with zeal for his masters cause, and he desired to stir the brethren to greater diligence. On the morning of the 17th instant he told his pastor that he was ready to die. He met death bravely and died like a conqueror. His funeral was preached by the pastor at his home to a large concourse of people at 3 o’clock the 18th instant and he was laid to rest in the family grave yard. to await the resurrection morning. J.L. Jackson had an eventful life. He started out financially strong; but the tide turned and in the latter years of his life he was financially pressed. He made some mistakes of which he often spoke greatly regretted. His mistakes were of the head but not of the heart. His wife and all his children, save a daughter were taken from him by the cruel hand of death. His wife and two children several years ago, and a daughter last fall. He and his daughter Lucia were left all alone. He never murmured in all this, nor charged God foolishly. He bowed and kissed the hand that held the rod and said: “Not my will, but thine be done.” He trusted in Him who said “Let not your heart be troubled; ye believe in God, believe also in me.” His suffering time is over, his work is done, God has called him home and no doubt has said well done! enter thy masters joy. We tender our sympathy to the daughter left alone in the world. The good lord will care for the orphan. (Transcribed 11/05/02 Lynn Cunningham) Note: 1880 Census Place: District 545, Pike, Georgia Source: FHL Film 1254161 National Archives Film T9-0161 Page 20B John JACKSON, Self, M, M, W, 50, GA, Occ: Farming, Fa: GA, Mo: GA Margarett JACKSON, Wife, F, M, W, 43, GA, Occ: At Home, Fa: GA, Mo: GA Lizzie JACKSON, Dau, F, S, W, 17, GA, Occ: At Home, Fa: GA, Mo: GA Edwin JACKSON, Son, M, S, W, 15, GA, Occ: At Home, Fa: GA, Mo: GA Mary JACKSON, Dau, F, S, W, 8, GA, Occ: At Home, Fa: GA, Mo: GA Lucia P. JACKSON, Dau, F, S, W, 2, GA, Occ: At Home, Fa: GA, Mo: GA Prescilla ALLEN, MotherL, F, W, W, 76, GA, Occ: At Home, Fa: GA, Mo: GA Margaret Jackson’s parents were Robert A. Allen and Priscilla Wright.