The Pike County Journal Zebulon, Pike Co., Friday, November 3, 1893 ‘Round About Short Items for Home Folks Especially The Eppinger family of this county have been advised by attorneys in Texas that an elder brother of Judge Eppinger who went to Texas in 1859 left a landed estate of something near 65,000 acres of land in Smith, Cherokee and Angelina counties. The lawyers are of the opinion that a large portion of the land can be recovered as it has not been settled but that the recovery of much of the tract would be doubtful as they would perhaps be barred by the statue of limitation in the case of improved property. Mr. Eppinger has been dead for 25 years and died without children. The many friends of the family in Pike trust that the reports may materialize and that Judge Eppinger’s family are in a streak of good luck. (Transcribed 9/25/02 Lynn Cunningham)

The Pike County Journal Zebulon, Pike Co., Friday, November 24, 1893 ‘Round About Short Items for Home Folks Especially To Be Married One of the happiest social events of the season will be the marriage of Mr. P.M. Sullivan to Miss Lena Slade on the 30th inst. Mr. Sullivan is a young business man of this place of sterling worth and integrity. He is rapidly rising in the business world and has before him an exceptionally bright future. The bride-elect is a most charming young lady possessing both beauty and the sweet graces that so well adorn higher womanhood. A few of the special friends of the contracting parties have received the following card: Mr. and Mrs. J.M. Slade request your presence at the marriage of their daughter Lena to Mr. P.M. Sullivan Thursday evening November thirtieth at four o’clock At Home Zebulon, Georgia Eighteen hundred and ninety three (Transcribed 9/25/02 Lynn Cunningham) Note: 1. PINKNEY M. SULLIVAN (CHARLES W.2, JAMES MONROE1) was born 10 December 1870 in Pike County, Georgia, and died 27 August 1942 in Pike County, Georgia. He married LENA SLADE, daughter of JAMES SLADE and PELLY VAUGHN. She was born 10 August 1873, and died 01 August 1959 in Pike County, Georgia. Both buried at East View Cemetery, Pike County, Georgia

The Pike County Journal Zebulon, Pike Co., Friday, December 15, 1893 ‘Round About Short Items for Home Folks Especially Mr. John W. Hamil of West Pike was in town last Tuesday to settle up the cost in a famous little case growing out of the stock law. Several years ago, J.J. Cox, a neighbor of Mr. Hamil put up two small pigs belonging to the latter and charged him six dollars damage to his goober patch. A board of arbitration was selected and that board found that no damages had been sustained and that Mr. Hamil was entitled to his pigs, which were worth about $1 each. Cox refused to deliver them and Hamil told him that he would take one of the pigs and let him (Cox) have the other as damages. But Mr. Cox would not entertain any such proposition. Then after six or eight months, and after having refused to allow Hamil to give bond and take his pigs, Cox sues for about $16 for feed and attention to hogs. This case was won by Cox. Hamil employed Judge Dupree to represent him and the case was carried to the superior court where Hamil was again defeated. But not content with the decision of the court he carried his case to the supreme court where every decision in the bill was sustained and Cox was directed to pay all cost which amounted to about $50. Hamil had been paying the cost as it accrued himself, and his trip here on Tuesday was to put back into his pocket the money that had eaked [sic] out to the amount of $50. (Transcribed 9/25/02 Lynn Cunningham)

The Pike County Journal Zebulon, Pike Co., Friday, December 15, 1893 ‘Round About Short Items for Home Folks Especially Mr. Joe Fincher an old and highly respected citizen of Lifsey was in town last Tuesday for the purpose of putting his will in legal form. Mr. Fincher is seventy years of age and a remarkable thing is that he remembers dates of minor occurrences 50 years ago as distinctly as most people remember those of yesterday. May he live many more years! (Transcribed 9/25/02 Lynn Cunningham) Note: Joe lived 10 more years. Joseph T. Fincher, b. 1 June 1823, d. 27 Dec 1903 Buried at Fincher Cemetery, Meansville, Georgia

The Pike County Journal Zebulon, Pike Co., Friday, December 22, 1893 Married Mr. John Coggin of Hollonville and Miss Birdie Riggins of Molena were married at the home of the bride’s parents on the 20th inst., Rev. E.K. Akin of this place officiating. Mr. Coggin is one of the most progressive young farmers in the county and the bride is a young lady of many attractions, having only recently completed her education at the Capitol Female College in Atlanta. They deserve to do well. The Journal wishes them great happiness and prosperity. (Transcribed 9/25/02 Lynn Cunningham) Note: John G. Coggin, b. 9 May 1873, d. 21 Oct 1918 Bertie V. Coggin, b. 4 Sept 1875, d. 12 Oct 1946 Both buried at Hollonville Cemetery 1880 Census Place: District 505, Pike, Georgia Source: FHL Film 1254161 National Archives Film T9-0161 Page 15A James RIGGINS, Self, M, M, W, 58, GA, Occ: Farmer, Fa: MD, Mo: MD Queen RIGGINS, Wife, F, M, W, 24, GA, Occ: Keeping House, Fa: GA, Mo: GA Birdy RIGGINS, Dau, F, S, W, 4, GA, Fa: GA, Mo: GA James RIGGINS, Son, M, S, W, 3, GA, Fa: GA, Mo: GA Eva RIGGINS, Dau, F, S, W, 1, GA, Fa: GA, Mo: GA Tabe SUTTON, Other, M, S, B, 23, GA, Occ: Laborer, Fa: GA, Mo: GA

Thank you to my wonderful friend Dawn who let me know that I had the wrong parents for the Austin Davis mentioned in the obit. Dawn is the Davis family expert! This is the correct tree: Descendants of Crispin Davis 1 Crispin Davis 1779 - 1851 .. +Elizabeth 1790 - 1860 ........ 2 Crispin Davis 1809 - ............ +Martha Bray 1815 - ................... 3 Mary Ann L Davis 1837 - ....................... +William S Fowler ................... 3 Nancy Jane Davis 1838 - ....................... +Christopher Salors 1832 - ................... *2nd Husband of Nancy Jane Davis: ....................... +Henry Box ................... 3 Catherine Davis 1841 - 1906 ....................... +James M Tucker 1833 - ................... 3 John William Davis 1843 - 1906 ....................... +Melvinia Elizabeth Phillips 1848 - 1911 ................... 3 Francis M Davis 1843 - ....................... +Catherine Mary Crump 1844 - ................... 3 Martha Ann Davis 1846 - 1903 ....................... +Benjamin H Daffron ................... *2nd Husband of Martha Ann Davis: ....................... +William M Crumpton 1848 - ................... 3 Wyatt Stevenson Davis 1848 - 1927 ....................... +Lydia Melissa Wood 1849 - ................... 3 Berry Davis 1850 - ................... 3 Sarah J Davis 1853 - ....................... +Saul Hitchcock ................... 3 Austin Davis 1856 - 1910 ....................... +Amanda J Henderson 1862 - 1918 ........ 2 Tabitha Davis 1810 - ............ +John Draper 1811 - ........ 2 William J Davis 1815 - ............ +Leah McCormick 1815 - ............. *2nd Wife of Crispin Davis: .............+Pearlie Welch 1890 - ........ 2 Amanda Ann Davis 1819 - ............ +John E Wilson 1819 - ........ 2 Elisabeth Davis 1823 - ............ +Mitchel T Simmons ........ 2 Mary Ann Louisa Davis 1826 - ............ +Benjamin D Pool 1837 - ........ 2 Austin Davis 1826 - 1894 ............ +Sarah S. Pitts 1838 - 1912 ........ 2 Richard J Davis 1831 - ........ 2 Ebenezer Davis 1825 - 1862 ............ +Sarah Ann B McLeroy 1833 - ........ 2 Jonathan Davis 1821 - ............ +Sarah Ann B McLeroy 1833 - Mr. Austin Davis, Sr., an old and highly respected citizen of this county died at his home about seven miles north east of here last Friday. He had been sick about two weeks with typhoid fever. His remains were interred at the family graveyard nearby. Mr. Davis was a farmer and as such has been unusually successful.

Thank you to Jena Bradley for answering my question and this additional information. Anyone else working on Williams? Does anyone know which Williams Virginia C. Askew was married to? ===================================================== We know Virginia married John Clem Williams, [but] can't determine who their parents were, but believe both their mothers were living in or near Spalding County during the Civil War. John's brother was Dr. Martin Gardener Williams (wife: Rosa Dwight) who had a practice in Cass County. He also had a "Sis Lou" Williams who my mother believes lived in Statesboro. We also believe he had a "Bro. James" Williams (Spalding Co.?) & "Bro. Thomas" Williams (referred to in a letter as Esq.), residing in Spalding Co. during the Civil War. John Clem was a farmer in Spalding Co. and also served in the Civil War.

Thank you to Joe Cannafax for this bit of information: Mary Rebecca Wells, wife of Harrison Wells, is Mary Rebecca Long, daughter of James S. Long, ------------------------------------------ >From previous posting: Rev. Harrison Wells, b. 27 April 1840, d. 22 November 1894, buried Eastview Cemetery, Pike County, Georgia His wife’s name was Mary Rebecca (last name unknown to me), b. 15 April 1846, d. 2 November 1910, buried Eastview Cemetery, Pike County, Georgia

The Pike County Journal Zebulon, Pike Co., Friday, December 29, 1893 Mrs. Beckham, mother of R.Y. Beckham of this place, and one of Georgia’s noblest women, died at her home a few miles south-west of here last Wednesday and was interred at Hebron church on Thursday following. Mrs. Beckham was widely known and all regarded her as a model Christian. She has left the impress of a noble life on the hearts of the people of this section. Her very presence was a benediction. (Transcribed 9/25/02 Lynn Cunningham)

Pike County Times-Journal Zebulon, Ga., Friday, January 20, 1905 Ernest Williamson Suicides Ernest Williamson, of Barnesville, who has been missing from his home since Wednesday of last week, has been found near what is known as Robin Roost, dead, with a bullet hole in his head and a pistol in his hand. A note was found addressed to his brother George, stating that ill health was the cause. (Transcribed 9/24/02 Lynn Cunningham)

The Pike County Journal Zebulon, Pike Co., Friday, May 18, 1894 Mr. W. H. McLendon of Concord died last Monday night of cancer of the face. The burial occurred on Tuesday following at 2:30 p.m. The funeral services were attended by a great concourse of people and were impressively conducted by Rev. W.A. Brooks, pastor of the Baptist church. For many years Mr. McLendon has been a citizen of this county and no man can find a stain on his honorable and circumspect life. But to the contrary hundreds now and before his death, were ever ready to utter words in his praise. Whatever station he filled public or private, he did it faithfully, fearlessly and conscientiously. Now his tender heart can no longer respond to words of praise or censure, when the grave offers an asylum of repose which can be disturbed by no words that may fall from human lips, be it said to his credit - he did unto other as he would have them do unto him. He leaves a wife and five children to whom we extend our warmest sympathy. (Transcribed 9/24/02 Lynn Cunningham)

The Pike County Journal Zebulon, Pike Co., Friday, May 25, 1894 In Memoriam Harry Huckaby whose death occurred just a short time ago, was the son of Mr. and Mrs. W.T. Huckaby of Hollonville, Ga. Harry was just a few days past his eleventh year when he died. He was sick thirty days and suffered intensely to the very last. Harry was a good boy and manifested a Christian spirit through all his sickness. He was a dutiful son, and a loving brother. He was passionately fond of his mother. He was always ready to respond to her calls. He anticipated her wants and met them with a cheerful spirit. When his mother had to stay at home, he would volunteer to stay with her and let the rest go. He was a mother’s boy. There was that sweetness and tenderness in his nature that made him lovable. He was rational to the last, and in all his sickness, humility and love stood to the front. When death came, he just folded his hands and went to sleep. Harry will be missed, and none will miss him more than his mother. Harry’s chair will be vacant, but the good father has given him a seat in one of the bright mansions above. - A Friend (Transcribed 9/24/02 Lynn Cunningham)

The Pike County Journal Zebulon, Pike Co., Friday, August 3, 1894 Mr. John Bailey Dead On last Saturday morning at 2 o’clock a.m. Mr. John Bailey, formerly of this county died at Greenwood, Henry county, of typhoid fever. He was a most promising young man. His parents moved to Texas a few years since, where they now live. He was here in Ga., prosecuting [sic] his studies and working his way up to usefulness. He had just reached manhood and promised great usefulness. It is saddening to our hearts when the young are thus carried away, while life is just blooming into usefulness. It is sad, too, for anyone to die away from home and dear ones; but it is comforting when the young must die, to feel they are prepared to go to a better and brighter life. Mr. Bailey left the bright assurance that he was going to a better country. The parents and relatives have the sympathy of many hearts. While the old must die, the young may in the early morning pass away. (Transcribed 9/24/02 Lynn Cunningham)

The Pike County Journal Zebulon, Pike Co., Friday, August 3, 1894 An Old Landmark Gone Mr. Wyatt Blasingame of Upson County died at his home last Friday. He was the father of our efficient clerk, Judge T.J. Blasingame. The remains were interred at Shiloh church cemetery on Saturday. Mr. Blasingame was born in South Carolina May 16, 1806, and moved to Jones county, Ga., in 1822, and from there to Upson county where has lived for 40 years and reared a large family of children, eight of whom are living now - the youngest being 52 years of age. He was a deacon in the Primitive Baptist church for years and was regarded by those who knew him as a model Christian gentleman. It was rather a strange coincidence that Mrs. Blasingame, the wife of the deceased should have been buried on July 25, 1874, and Mr. Blasingame placed beside her on July 25, 1894 - exactly 20 years afterwards. The country misses such men, but no one can doubt that they are immeasurably benefited by the great reward promised to the faithful. (Transcribed 9/24/02 Lynn Cunningham)

The Pike County Journal Zebulon, Pike Co., Friday, August 17, 1894 ‘Round About Short Items for the Home Folks Especially Mr. John W. Hamil, an old and respected citizen of this county died last week of dysentery. He was a member of the Baptist church at Mt. Olive and was a high-toned Christian gentleman. His body was buried at the Billingsley family graveyard near the house of Austin Davis. Mr. Hamil was a useful man in his community and his death is sincerely mourned by many. (Transcribed 9/24/02 Lynn Cunningham) Notes: John Hamil was married to Sarah P. Billingsley, b: 11 October 1817 in North Carolina, m: 22 January 1839 in Pike County, Georgia

Lynn- Austin Davis and Sarah Pitts had no children. Austin Jr was the son of Crispin Davis Jr and Martha Bray, who moved to Alabama. Dawn

The Pike County Journal Zebulon, Pike Co., Friday, August 31, 1894 The Death Roll In Pike for a Week Past is a Sad Chapter Mr. Austin Davis, Sr., an old and highly respected citizen of this county died at his home about seven miles north east of here last Friday. He had been sick about two weeks with typhoid fever. His remains were interred at the family graveyard nearby. Mr. Davis was a farmer and as such has been unusually successful. Mr. O.Y. Legg of Molena died last Monday night of inflammation of the bowels and congestion of the lungs. He was one of the most energetic men we have ever known. His judgment was good, and he was accumulating a fortune when death overtook him. He was comparatively a young man, and leaves a wife and several children. With such environment it is sad to see such a man cut off. Mr. J.B. Green, one of our oldest citizens died last Tuesday night at the home of his kinsman, J.S. Arrington near this place. Mr. Green was stung by a honey bee last Saturday and went in the house speechless. By signs he made known that he was hurt and the sting of the bee was pulled out of his breast. Partial paralysis had occurred and “Uncle John” never spoke again. He was buried at the Baptist church cemetery on Wednesday with Masonic honors. The funeral was preached very feelingly by Elder J.A. Wright of the Primitive Baptist church of which Mr. Green was an honored and consistent member. He was born in Monroe county in 1826 and in every respect his life has been characterized by a rectitude of conduct which is rarely seen. (Transcribed 9/24/02 Lynn Cunningham) Notes: Descendants of Austin Davis, Sr. 1 Austin Davis, Sr. b: 20 April 1826 in South Carolina d: 24 August 1894 in Pike County, Georgia ...+Sarah E. Pitts b: 18 October 1838 in Georgia m: 30 May 1858 in Pike County, Georgia d: 17 November 1912 in Pike County, Georgia .2 Austin Davis, Jr. b: 25 May 1856 in Georgia d: 18 October 1910 in Pike County, Georgia ......+Amanda J. Henderson b: 06 March 1868 in Alabama m: Abt. 1879 d: 27 July 1918 in Pike County, Georgia .....3 Essie Ione Davis b: 23 July 1888 d: 11 April 1949 in Pike Co., Georgia ..........+Thomas David Kendrick b: 12 July 1878 m: Abt. 1905 d: 03 September 1950 in Pike Co., Georgia .........4 Thomas Odum Kendrick b: 14 September 1927 in Pike County, Georgia d: 19 September 1927 in Pike County, Georgia .........4 Howard Kendrick b: 01 March 1906d: 01 January 1957 .........4 Horace Kendrick b: Abt. 1912 .........4 Ruby Kendrick b: Abt. 1913 .........4 Evelyn Kendrick b: Abt. 1917 .........4 Harvey Kendrick b: Abt. 1922 .....3 Susie Davis b: March 1890 .....3 Herman K. Davis b: March 1893 d: in France (WWI) .....3 Luette Davis b: July 1895 Austin Davis, Sr.’s wife, Sara E. Pitts was the daughter of Martin M. Pitts and Elizabeth Ray.

The Pike County Journal Zebulon, Pike Co., Friday, November 23, 1894 Judge Wells Dead Judge Harry Wells died yesterday at noon. His demise had been almost hourly expected for ten days, and the announcement cannot surprise his many anxious friends. While no sudden shock is felt by the community, a genuine, universal sorrow prevails in this entire section - a sorrow akin to bereavement. No man ever lived in this community was closer to the hearts of the people than Judge Harry Wells. No man ever lived on a nobler plane, no man ever suffered more heroically, or died a riper Christian. The town and county have lost a citizen of whom they felt indeed a just pride. The county of Pike has lost an ordinary who had no superior in Georgia - as a man or an officer. This position he held for about fourteen years, and the writer has heard him say he never asked a man to vote for him in life. Judge Wells life has been without blemish and will continue to be an inspiration to all who knew him. The family and relatives have our tenderest sympathy. (Transcribed 9/23/02 Lynn Cunningham) Notes: Harry Wells issued/signed my grandparents marriage license in 1882. Rev. Harrison Wells, b. 27 April 1840, d. 22 November 1894, buried Eastview Cemetery, Pike County, Georgia His wife’s name was Mary Rebecca (last name unknown to me), b. 15 April 1846, d. 2 November 1910, buried Eastview Cemetery, Pike County, Georgia 1880 Census Place: Zebulon, Pike, Georgia Source: FHL Film 1254161 National Archives Film T9-0161 Page 138B Harry WELLS, Self, M, M, W, 40, GA, Occ: Sawmill, Fa: CT, Mo: GA Mary R. WELLS, Wife, F, M, W, 34, GA, Occ: Keeping House, Fa: TN, Mo: GA James L. WELLS, Son, M, S, W, 14, GA, Occ: At School, Fa: GA, Mo: GA Charles M. WELLS, Son, M, S, W, 10, GA, Occ: At School, Fa: GA, Mo: GA Elibe W. WELLS, Son, M, S, W, 7, GA, Fa: GA, Mo: GA Harry WELLS, Son, M, S, W, 5, GA, Fa: GA, Mo: GA Bonita C. WELLS, Mother, F, W, W, 80, GA, Fa: GA, Mo: GA

Does anyone know which Williams Virginia C. Askew was married to? Pike County, Journal Zebulon, GA., Tuesday, November 26, 1889 In Memoriam Mrs. Virginia C. Williams, nee Askew, was born in Pike county, Ga., Oct. 29, 1834, and died at the house of her son-in-law, Mr. R.C. Johnson, Williamson, Ga., Nov. 13, 1889. Sister Williams was converted and joined the M.E. church at the age of 18 and was ever thereafter noted for her consistency of life. Just about the close of the late war, she was left a widow, with four little children, two sons and two daughters, looking to her for support and right nobly did she succeed. She lived to see her children all grown, educated and settled in life. She was faithful in all relations of life, and now that she is dead, her children rise up and call her blessed. Greatly respected by her friends and neighbors, they now revere her memory. As a Christian she was consistent, even faithful to her church and its rules. Her religious life was a steady onward movement that did not depend on outward circumstances. For her “life was hid with Christ in God.” There was daily communion with the Father, resulting in a beautiful Christian life. For many months before her death, she was in very feeble health and realized that the end was approaching, and many times expressed her willingness to depart and be with Christ. Her patience and resignation during all of her sickness was a clear testimony of the faithfulness of Christ in sustaining those who trust him. Such a life was followed by a peaceful death. “Blessed are the dead which die in the Lord.” A life of toil and suffering has ended and now has sweet rest in heaven. S.R.E. (Transcribed 9/21/02 Lynn Cunningham) 1880 Census Place: Griffin, Spalding, Georgia Source: FHL Film 1254165 National Archives Film T9-0165 Page 376C Virginia WILLIAMS, Self, F, W, W, 48, GA, Occ: Dress Maker, Fa: GA, Mo: GA Louie WILLIAMS, Dau, F, S, W, 19, GA, Occ: School Teacher, Fa: GA, Mo: GA John C. WILLIAMS, Son, M, S, W, 16, GA, Occ: Clerk In Store, Fa: GA, Mo: GA ---------------------------- Descendants of Virginia C. Askew 1 Virginia C. Askew b: 29 October 1834 in Pike County, Georgia d: 13 November 1889 in Pike County, Georgia ... +Unknown Williams . 2 Bettie Williams b: Abt. 1855 . 2 Louise Williams b: 28 January 1859 in Georgia d: 11 May 1932 ...... +Reese C. Johnson b: 20 June 1854 in Georgia m: Abt. 1883 in Pike County, Georgia d: 09 November 1926 in Pike County, Georgia ..... 3 Virginia C. Johnson b: December 1897 in Pike County, Georgia ..... 3 Reece C. Johnson b: June 1891 in Pike County, Georgia ..... 3 Herman Johnson b: May 1896 in Pike County, Georgia . 2 Martin Williams b: Abt. 1862 . 2 John Williams b: Abt. 1865

Although this was printed in the Pike County Journal, and even though there are numerous Jones families in Pike, I do not know the connection of this man to them. Anyone have any ideas? Pike County, Journal Zebulon, GA., Tuesday, October 8, 1889 In Memoriam Mr. John W. Jones departed this life Aug. 15, 1889, in the 74th year of his age, in Jones county. He was born in Ware county, N.C. and came with his parents to Jones county when quite a child. He was well known all over South-West Georgia, also Campbell county where he had lived for several years. He found true friends wherever he went. He was a member of the Primitive Baptist church and was baptized by Elder Burnett in 1845. He was a faithful Christian and and death found him with his armor on, and ready for the summons that called him home. As a citizen, he was honored and respected, and as a Christian he was worthy of his calling. He had been twice married. First to Mary I. Simmons in 1838, who died in 1848, and second to Mrs. Ethella Culpepper, nee Fears, who survives him. He also leaves one daughter, (by first wife) four sisters and a host of relatives and friends [not] to mourn their loss, but to rejoice in his gain. We sorrow not, therefore, as those who have no hope, but trust the departed has gone to that happy clime. (Transcribed 9/21/02 Lynn Cunningham) In 1880, John W. Jones was in Sumter County 1880 Census Place: Sumter, Georgia Source: FHL Film 1254165 National Archives Film T9-0165 Page 30A John W. JONES, Self, M, M, W, 63, NC, Occ: Farmer, Fa: NC, Mo: NC Ethelia JONES, Wife, F, M, W, 39, GA, Occ: Keeps House, Fa: GA, Mo: GA