Talbot-Ware-Sumter County GaArchives News.....Party Returns From The Satilla River June 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: Carla Miles cmhistory@mchsi.com August 27, 2003, 9:16 pm The Talbotton New Era The Talbotton New Era Thursday, June 6, 1907 Page 1 Party Returns From The Satilla River -------------- Caught Plenty of Fish and Had a Fine Outing -------------- Messrs. E.M. McGehee, J.H. McGehee, Henry McGehee, T.B. Lumsden, E.H. Spivey, C.W. Kimbrough, W.B. Freeman, E.L. Bardwell, Jr., E.R. Mathews, W.N. McGehee, W.A. Baldwin, of Talbotton, R.W. Dixon, of West Point, Dr. McKee and –illis (probably Willis) Sparks, of Americus, Billie Phillips, William Crawley, J.T. McGehee and Leonard Baldwin, of Waycross, spent last week at the Satilla river, four miles from Waycross fishing. The party had a big time and caught all the fish they could use. The time is never right for a fish, the water is always high or low, the moon wrong, or the wind not in the right direction, but the party which has just returned had about as fine sport as any that ever left Talbotton. Uncle Tom Lumsden, who is 87 years of age, was the life of the party. He would get up at 3 o’clock in the morning and fish until dark, not taking time for breakfast, dinner or supper. When the party would return to camp at night, he would bring in as many fine fish as the next one. He said the reason he had such fine luck was because he had a way of tricking his hook and making the bait so tempting that any fish, which passed his, could not refuse to bite. This file has been created by a form at http://www.poppet.org/gafiles/ File size: 1.9 Kb

Talbot-Bibb County GaArchives Obituaries.....Mary Mahone McDowell May 26 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: Carla Miles cmhistory@mchsi.com August 27, 2003, 9:13 pm The Talbotton New Era, May 30, 1907 The Talbotton New Era Thursday, May 30, 1907 Page 2 Death of Mrs. Mary McDowell Mrs. Mary McDowell died at her home in Macon, Ga., last Sunday night, after a lingering illness. She was Miss Mary Mahone, of Talbot County, and married Mr. Thos. H. McDowell on Dec. 12, 1870. They lived at Belleview for a number of years and reared a family of 8 children, two of whom, Mrs. Hardy Bryan and Mrs. Joseph H. Cohier/Collier, now reside in Talbotton. Mrs. McDowell was a woman of exemplary Christian character, and her death was received with sorrow by a wide circle of friends. She was buried from Ephesus church at Woodland on Tuesday morning and was a Presbyterian and member of that church. *Note – In the June 6th issue of The New Era on page 6, there is a memorial article written about Mrs. McDowell. This file has been created by a form at http://www.poppet.org/gafiles/ File size: 1.3 Kb

Talbot County GaArchives Marriages.....Mary Elizabeth Weaver - John T. McLaughlin, Jr. May 16 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: Carla Miles cmhistory@mchsi.com August 27, 2003, 9:11 pm The Talbotton New Era, May 23, 1907 The Talbotton New Era Thursday, May 23, 1907 Page 6 Weaver – McLaughlin The Dahlgren, Mo. Echo contains the following interesting new concerning a Talbotton young man. “Mr. John T. McLaughlin, Jr., of St. Louis, Mo., and Miss Mary Elizabeth Weaver were married at the residence of the bride’s sister, Mrs. R.G. Gould, in Mt. Vernon, Monday May 16th, at 10:30 a.m. by Rev. Todd, pastor of the Baptist church. After a brief visit here, they went to St. Louis, their future home where Mr. McLaughlin is in the hardware business. The Echo extends best wishes.” Mr. McLaughlin is the youngest son of Rev. and Mrs. J.T. McLaughlin. He is a young man of pleasing manners and holds a responsible position with a hardware firm in St. Louis. Many friends wish for them a long life of happiness and prosperity. This file has been created by a form at http://www.poppet.org/gafiles/ File size: 1.4 Kb

Upson-Talbot County GaArchives Obituaries.....John W. Suggs May 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: Carla Miles cmhistory@mchsi.com August 27, 2003, 9:09 pm The Talbotton New Era, May 23, 1907 The Talbotton New Era Thursday, May 23, 1907 Page 1 Dr. John W. Suggs Dead at Thomaston John W. Suggs, an old and distinguished physician and citizen of this county, died at his home here in Thomaston at 1:30 o’clock a.m. Thursday. Dr. Suggs had lived to be 79 years of age, and had reared a large family, a portion of which now survive him. His remains were interred in his family burial ground in Glenwood cemetery here at 10:00 o’clock a.m. Friday. This file has been created by a form at http://www.poppet.org/gafiles/ File size: 1.0 Kb

Talbot County GaArchives Marriages.....Carolyn Virginia Dennis - Charles Samuel Woods June 26 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: Carla Miles cmhistory@mchsi.com August 27, 2003, 9:07 pm The Talbotton New Era, May 16, 1907 The Talbotton New Era Thursday, May 16, 1907 Page 7 Engagement Announced Mr. William Thomas Dennis announces the engagement of his only daughter, Carolyn, to Mr. Charles Samuel Woods, formerly of North Carolina. Miss Dennis has many friends throughout the state who will be interested in this announcement. She is descended on both sides from a long line of noble ancestors. Mr. Woods is being congratulated upon winning the heart and hand of one of Talbotton’s most beautiful and popular women. Mr. Woods is a young man of magnetic personality, and since coming to Georgia has made a wide circle of admiring friends. He is very successful in the real estate business. The wedding will occur in June, and will be characterized by great brilliancy and charm. The Talbotton New Era Thursday, June 27, 1907 Page 7 Wedding Bells Dennis – Woods In the Talbotton Methodist Church on Wednesday afternoon at 4:30 o’clock, was solemnized one of the most beautiful weddings in the history of the town, when Miss Carolyn Virginia Dennis was united in marriage to Mr. Charles Samuel Woods, of Houston, Texas. Under the direction of Mrs. Alice Beall Mathews, the church seemed nature’s paradise. About the chancel tall palms and feathery ferns were grouped with artistic care. White carnations, snowballs and oleanders gleamed through the lustrous green in snowy purity. Mrs. Hugh F. Wilkerson, the gifted organist, prepared a musical program of rare melody, Mrs. Hal G. Gray sang “O So True”, with wondrous sweetness and charm. A full chorus of Talbotton’s talented voices rendered “Mendelsohn’s Wedding March”. As the triumphant strains softened into a tender grace, the bridal party entered the vestibule, as follows: Mr. Hamilton P. Weston and Mr. R.N.R. Bardwell; opposite came Mr. Edward Livingston Bardwell, Jr. and Mr. L. Dickerson – the expected looked for – “Here comes the Bride”, Miss Carolyn Virginia Dennis, with her cousin, Miss Kathryn Dennis, of Atlanta, Mr. Woods enters with Mr. J.E. P. Stevens, of Macon. At the altar, they are met by Rev. J.G. Harrison, who in an impressive manner, united them for time and eternity. During the ceremony “the soul of the violin” seemed to be awakened under the magic touch of Miss Will Underwood, who gently, tendered renders “Traumerie”. After God’s blessings and benedictions are invoked, “Lohengrin’s Bridal March” breathes on the stillness, and the wedded couple leave the sanctuary with many prayers from many hearts, because ”Today they take with joyous heart Their first steps on the way God’s sunshine on this happy day, His blessings light them on the way.” The bride is the only daughter of Mr. William Thomas Dennis. She is a young woman of lovely face and disposition. Her dainty beauty and ethereal charm was enhanced by a tailor gown of golden brown, and all the accessories of her perfect toilet were in harmony in tint and tone. She carried an immense bouquet of bride’s roses. Mr. Woods is a native of North Carolina and in the social and business world is held in such high esteem that the little bride is congratulated upon the safekeeping into which she has given her love and faith. Miss Kathryn Dennis was queenly in a green voile with white picture hat. She carried a bouquet of pink carnations. Mr. and Mrs. Woods left over the A.B.&A. for their future home at Houston, Tex., amid rice, good wishes and hearty congratulations. The pre-nuptial reception in the elegant home of Mr. and Mrs. Pierce Weston, on Tuesday evening was one of the most brilliant social events of the season. The spacious colonial verandas glowed with the rosy light of Japanese lanterns. In the reception hall the color scheme was crimson, red sweet peas filled bowls and vases. Mrs. John H. McGehee, Mrs. J.M. Heath and Mrs. Ella Parker Leonard received the guests, who were conducted into the white drawing room and presented to the bride and groom elect, who made a beautiful picture surrounded by their immediate friends and attendants. In this tableau were: Mr. and Mrs. Ralph Bardwell, Mr. and Mrs. P.M. Weston, Mr. J.E.P. Stevens, Miss Carolyn Dennis, Mr. C.S. Woods, Mrs. Walter Robinson Bell and Mr. Herbert L. Dickerson. The floral decorations and color motif were in white and green, the dining hall was attractive in a harmony of pink and white; the piece de resistance was the highly polished table in the center of which resting on a lace cover a magnificent cut glass bowl, containing a bouquet of pink and white carnations. Over the table was scattered a wreath of carnations, the couple’s favorite flower, veiled by asparagus ferns. The roseate hue was carried out in the minutest detail, pink bon bons, pink ices and pink cakes all were symbolic of the wish, “roses on your way.” The remembrances were displayed in the main reception hall, and never has there been a more glittering array of cut glass, burnished silver and rare china. The center table gleamed in the light of myriads of prismatic hues of crystal bowls, vases, bon-bon dishes, pitchers, bottles and chalices of every shape and kind. A punch bowl of wonderful size and exquisite design was the admiration of all present; it was presented by four of the groom’s office men, Messrs. Weston, Christian, Sawtell and Stevens. The gowns wore on this occasion were beautiful and striking. The bride-to-be wore a light blue crepe-de-chene over taffeta and carried pink carnations. The laces at her neck were pinned with a handsome diamond sunburst, the gift of her fiancée. Miss Kathryn Dennis affected white and pink carnations. Miss Farmer of Dothan, Ala., wore a Baby Irish gown made on princesse. Her glorious voice was the charming feature of the evening. A delightful musical treat was provided impromptu by the gracious hostess, Mrs. Weston. Those contributing, Mrs. Hal Gray, whose wonderful voice is the pride of Talbotton; Mrs. W.O. DeLoache, Miss Farmer, Miss Claude Hill McKenzie, Miss Ragland, Miss Emily Pou Heath. Punch was served on the veranda by the graceful maidens, Miss Daisy Dennis, Miss Juliette Wilkerson, Miss Emily Pou Heath. Mrs. Weston was handsome in a gown with white carnations. Every courtesy and charm was extended by Mr. and Mrs. Weston and Mr. Hamilton P. Weston. The occasion was one that will linger in memory throughout the years. This file has been created by a form at http://www.poppet.org/gafiles/ File size: 6.9 Kb

Marion-Talbot County GaArchives Marriages.....Evelyn Taylor - Ode Harris May 5 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: Carla Miles cmhistory@mchsi.com August 27, 2003, 9:05 pm The Talbotton New Era, May 9, 1907 The Talbotton New Era Thursday, May 9, 1907 Page 6 Juniper Has A Pretty Wedding A marriage of interest to many friends was that of Miss Evelyn Taylor to Mr. Ode Harris, of Juniper, which took place Sunday afternoon at the Methodist church. The fearful rain which lasted nearly all the afternoon prevented many, who intended coming, from being present, yet the church was crowded. The decorations were carried out in white and green with ferns, pot plants and cut roses. The church was darkened and the lights turned on, giving a most beautiful effect. The bridal party entered to the strains of Lohengrin, Miss Etna Weaver, the winsome and accomplished daughter of Mr. J.J. Weaver presiding at the organ. The attendants were Miss Eugenia Chandler and Mr. W.H. Posey, of this place, Miss Martha Wood, of Paschal and Mr. Sam Harris, of Brantley. The ceremony was performed by Mr. Thomas, of Geneva, in a most pleasing and impressive manner. After the marriage the bridal party repaired to the future home, at Mr. and Mrs. J.J. Posey’s where they all spent a very pleasant evening. The bride is the attractive and lovely daughter of Mr. Monro Taylor, a prosperous planter near Juniper, and has won scores of friends by her amiability and gentleness. This file has been created by a form at http://www.poppet.org/gafiles/ File size: 1.8 Kb

Talbot County GaArchives Obituaries.....Nettie Watkins April 28 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: Carla Miles cmhistory@mchsi.com August 27, 2003, 9:02 pm The Talbotton New Era, May 9, 1907 The Talbotton New Era Thursday, May 9, 1907 Page 6 In Memory of Nettie Watkins The subject of this sketch needs more than a passing notice, that she lived and died. On Sunday morning, April 28th, just as the radiant sunlight was crowning the eastern hills with its glowing splendor, came the grim vision of death and bore away on its pinions to that heavenly home the spirit of Mrs. Nettie Watkins. This estimable Christian lady was born in Jasper County, Ga., June 5th 1823, but in early life moved with her parents to Talbot County, where she remained until her death. In after years she united herself with Horeb Baptist Church, of which she remained a faithful and consistent member until the time of her departure. Here, in 1863, she was happily married to Mr. Henry Watkins, who preceded her to the grave about 30 years ago, leaving her to the care of his sons who faithfully did their part. She loved God’s sanctuary; of course of late years on account of her declining years, she was deprived of church privileges, but was never heard to complain. While we realize that she has gone from us, deep in our hearts we can know that she is now at rest, and while we so greatly miss her we feel assured that our loss is her eternal gain. So let us emulate her example and in coming years, when God’s mysteries have been solved, we will be reunited with this dear one never to part again. We would not call thee, auntie dear, >From that happy, peaceful shore, But we hope again to meet thee, When this changing life is o’er. Her Niece Mattie Mail Watkins Baldwinville, Ga. This file has been created by a form at http://www.poppet.org/gafiles/ File size: 2.1 Kb

Talbot-Meriwether County GaArchives Marriages.....Hattie Fuller - W.F. Marshall April 29 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: Carla Miles cmhistory@mchsi.com August 27, 2003, 8:48 pm The Talbotton New Era, May 2, 1907 The Talbotton New Era Thursday, May 2, 1907 Page 7 Marshall – Fuller “What is there in the vale of life Half so delightful as a wife?” Thus thought Mr. W.F. Marshall, sixty odd years ago, when he led Miss Hattie Fuller into the office of Judge Raines on Monday afternoon, for the purpose of having him pronounce the solemn words which would make them man and wife. Judge Raines was equal to the occasion and the ceremony was but a matter of but a moment’s time. Mr. Marshall is the father of Mr. John Marshall of Talbotton. The bride was formerly a resident of Meriwether County. This file has been created by a form at http://www.poppet.org/gafiles/ File size: 1.1 Kb

Talbot County GaArchives News.....Uncle "Gus" O'Neal May 2 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: Carla Miles cmhistory@mchsi.com August 27, 2003, 8:47 pm The Talbotton New Era The Talbotton New Era Thursday, May 2, 1907 Page 6 Uncle “Gus” O’Neal, who resides four miles west of town, is one of the most vigorous men of his age in the county. He is nearly seventy-five and cultivates a small farm, doing all that work himself. He says he has been a plowman for fifty-nine years. He never has been seriously ill or even had an attack of headache. Mr. O’Neal is very fond of chicken pie, can eat as much of this toothsome viand as any man in Georgia, and even the sight of one makes his eyes to twinkle as brightly as if he were just sixteen. (Another article about Mr. O’Neal on the same page) Uncle Gus O’Neal, who lives four miles west of Talbotton, was among the old veterans to attend the Memorial exercises in Talbotton last Friday. He is seventy-five years of age, strong and in excellent health. He plows regularly, and does as much work as any hand on his place. He walked home from Talbotton after the exercises Friday afternoon. Someone asked him if he did not think the walk would be too much for him. He answered “Four miles is no walk for me. I could walk from here to Columbus now without any trouble. At the close of the war, I walked six hundred miles to my home and passed right through Talbotton. I would not like to take a six hundred mile walk now, but I am still strong and vigorous and could walk a hundred miles now.” This file has been created by a form at http://www.poppet.org/gafiles/ File size: 1.9 Kb

Talbot County GaArchives Obituaries.....M.B. Mathews April 25 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: Carla Miles cmhistory@mchsi.com August 27, 2003, 8:45 pm The Talbotton New Era, May 2, 1907 The Talbotton New Era Thursday, May 2, 1907 Page 1 Death of M.B. Mathews Mr. M.B. Mathews died at the home of his brother, Mr. J.B. Mathews, at Prattsburg on last Thursday night from heart failure. He was forty-two years of age, and one of the best-known and most prominent citizens of Talbot County. While he had been in bad health for two or three years, his death was sudden and unexpected. His death caused a dark gloom to spread over the whole community because all were his friends. Life will never be quite the same to those who knew him, while those who were nearest to him will long for him with unutterable longings – long for a friend’s advice, and a brother’s kind and gentle presence. The funeral services were held at Prattsburg Friday morning, Rev. J.G. Harrison officiating, and paying a beautiful tribute to the memory of the deceased. The casket was covered with as beautiful flowers as loving fingers ever wrought, all of which spoke of peace, purity, and immortality. At the open grave his friends and relatives said “farewell.” May God’s purest angels guard his slumbers. He leaves three brothers, Mr. E.R. Mathews, of Talbotton, Mr. J.B. Mathews, of Prattsburg, and Mr. Frank Mathews, of Oklahoma. Also one sister, Miss Mary Mathews, of Thomaston. We can only remind these dear relatives that he is not dead, he is only asleep – resting after a life of labor and sorrow. This file has been created by a form at http://www.poppet.org/gafiles/ File size: 1.9 Kb

Talbot County GaArchives Obituaries.....Jennie Chapman March 8 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: Carla Miles cmhistory@mchsi.com August 27, 2003, 8:42 pm The Talbotton New Era, April 18, 1907 The Talbotton New Era Thursday, April 18, 1907 Page 7 In Memory of Jennie Chapman On March 8th, 1907, the angel of death came into the home of Mr. and Mrs. John Chapman and bore away the spirit of their little daughter. How sad it is to give up our dear ones, but we must be submissive to God’s will and say “Thy will be done” and not ours. Jennie was sick only a few days but all that her physician, friends and loved ones could do for her was not enough. God needed her for a brighter purpose and took her home. Jennie, we miss thee; yes, we miss thee, her place is vacant around the fireside. At school, one link is missing. Jennie was a bright child and made friends with everyone she met. I had only known her but a few weeks but loved her dearly. Dear friends, brothers and sisters, grieve not for Jennie, she has gone to a brighter world on high. There is a beckoning hand and a fair jewel waiting and watching for you. Her body was laid to rest at Sardis Church. Rev. J.G. Harrison spoke every tenderly and comforting to the sorrowing ones. Sleep on dear one, and take thy rest, God has called thee, and God knows best. Her Teacher This file has been created by a form at http://www.poppet.org/gafiles/ File size: 1.7 Kb

Talbot County GaArchives Obituaries.....Ben Riley April 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: Carla Miles cmhistory@mchsi.com August 27, 2003, 8:41 pm The Talbotton New Era, April 18, 1907 The Talbotton New Era Thursday, April 18, 1907 Page 2 Negro Murdered at Ypsilanti – Had Been Dead For Ten Days When Body Was Found. His Wife And Two Negro Men In Jail Charged With Murder ---------------------------- Tuesday afternoon the body of Bed Riley, a Negro living near Ypsilanti, was found in a ditch a short distance from his dwelling, his head being badly crushed by severe blows from some heavy instrument. It seems that Ben disappeared from his home about two weeks ago. His wife told parties who made inquiry that he left home saying he was going to Texas, never to return. For some reason people in the neighborhood were suspicious, and made an investigation, but without any success until the body was found Tuesday. Ben had been killed and dragged to the ditch by means of a well rope tied about his body. Those in jail charged with his murder are, Ann Riley, who is his wife, Bob Parker and Sherman Drane. The coroner’s jury after an investigation on Tuesday afternoon found that these parties were responsible for his death. Warrants were immediately issued and they were placed in jail. The date for the commitment trial has not been set. The Talbotton New Era Thursday, April 25, 1907 Page 1 Ann Riley and Sherman Drane Bound Over The commitment trial of Ann Riley and Sherman Drane, for the murder of the former’s husband, was held in Talbotton at 10 o’clock on Friday before Justice Raines and Mizell. The body of Ben Riley was found near his home at Ypsilanti last Tuesday. He had been missing for nearly two weeks, his wife telling that he had left home with the intention of going to the Indian Territory. Mr. Will Corley, on his way to some fish traps, discovered the body of Ben Riley, partly buried in a ditch. An examination of the body showed that he had been murdered, the work being done by licks on the head with a heavy instrument. A number of Negroes were arrested, among them his wife and Sherman Drane. At the commitment trial, Ann Riley said that she had killed her husband and Sherman Drane assisted her. She said that Drane came to her house about nine o’clock at night, entered the house, shot her husband, and then forced her to strike him in the head with an axe. She stated previously, that some one called her husband out of the house, and that an unknown party killed him. She told Sheriff McDaniel that her husband had been killed by Berry Bucker and Tobe Chapman, and that they had threatened to kill her if she told on them. She had also made the statement that she was going to clear her father, Bob Parker, who had also been arrested, even if she had to take the entire on herself. She told a number of other tales equally as confusing and conflicting. She said that Sherman Drane shot her husband. An examination of the body showed that Riley had not been shot. Sherman Drane denied that he had anything to do with the killing. His sister and brother-in-law swore that he lived with them that he was at home the night of the killing at 10 o’clock in a bed in the same room with them and sleeping. They swore, also, that he was at home at day the following morning, as they woke him up and had him to make a fire. They did not know whether he had left home between 10 o’clock at night and the following morning or not, as they did not wake up during that time. Justices Raines and Mizell, after hearing the evidence, bound both the woman and Drane over to the Superior Court to await the action of the Grand Jury. A warrant was sworn out for Bob Parker, Jr., Friday afternoon, he being a brother of Ann Riley. There was no evidence sufficient to bind him over and he was discharged by Justice Raines. The Talbotton New Era Thursday, September 26, 1907 Page 1 Court News The case of the State vs. Sherman Drane, charged with murder, was tried this week. It will be remembered that Drane was charged with killing a Negro named Ben Riley in the lower part of the county, early in the year. The only witness against Drane was Riley’s wife. She claimed that Drane came to her home one night, came in the house and killed her husband. She alone claimed that he forced her to help him and that she struck him with an ax. After the murder was discovered, she claimed that two other Negroes killed her husband. It was not until several weeks after the crime was committed that she implicated Drane. After being out for several hours, the jury returned a verdict of guilty with a recommendation and Drane was sentenced to the penitentiary of life. The woman, who admitted that she had been a part of the crime, but claimed that she acted under duress, was released under five hundred dollars bond. Unless new evidence is brought to light, she will not be convicted but will be given her freedom as there is no evidence but her statement, the terms of which, if true, relieve her. After Drane was convicted, he was told that there was no chance for him, that the woman had sent him to the penitentiary for life, and he was urged to tell the truth about the part she had in the murder and was told that the woman who swore his liberty away would go free if he did not tell. He stated that he was not present, had nothing to do with the commission of the crime, and protested his innocence. His attorneys have made a motion for a new trial. The Talbotton New Era Thursday, November 21, 1907 Page 2 The motion for a new trial in the case of Sherman Drane, the Negro who was tried for murder and sentenced to serve a life sentence in the penitentiary at the last term of Talbot Superior Court, will be heard before Judge Martin in Columbus on the 30th day of this month. This file has been created by a form at http://www.poppet.org/gafiles/ File size: 6.2 Kb

Talbot-Pike County GaArchives Marriages.....Dorothy Ward - Olin Freeman April 2 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: Carla Miles cmhistory@mchsi.com August 27, 2003, 8:37 pm The Talbotton New Era, April 4, 1907 The Talbotton New Era Thursday, April 4, 1907 Page 3 Ward – Freeman Miss Dorothy Ward and Mr. Olin Freeman were married on Tuesday afternoon at the home of the bride’s parents in Milner, the ceremony being performed by Rev. J.A. Thomas, of Macon. The marriage was a most beautiful one, the decorations being lovely and most tastefully arranged. Mr. and Mrs. Freeman arrived in Talbotton on yesterday afternoon. They will spend several days with Mr. and Mrs. C.O. Freeman before going to Atlanta where they will make their future home. It is a pleasure to chronicle the marriage of such worthy young people and this paper wafts to them its warmest congratulations. Mr. C.O. Freeman, Miss Mamie Freeman and Mr. Walter Freeman were among those from Talbotton who attended the wedding. This file has been created by a form at http://www.poppet.org/gafiles/ File size: 1.3 Kb

Talbot County GaArchives Obituaries.....Nancy Morris March 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: Carla Miles cmhistory@mchsi.com August 27, 2003, 8:35 pm The Talbotton New Era, March 28, 1907 The Talbotton New Era Thursday, March 28, 1907 Page 7 Mrs. Nancy Morris A recent death in Talbot County was that of Mrs. Nancy Morris, who died at her home hear Collingsworth Church. Mrs. Morris was about 75 years of age and had been sick but a short time. After a long, busy and useful life she died as she had lived, honored, trusted and loved. She reared her own monument while she lived in the hearts of all who knew her. Her life was completed if work all done constitutes completion. Her Christian life was beautiful from its beginning until its close, and all thro’ the vicissitudes and sorrows that she met in the way, her faith in God never wavered. But she has left those who loved her and the grave hides from sight all that is mortal of a true and noble woman. Mrs. Morris is survived by her son, Mr. Robert Morris, and a daughter, Mrs. Noel, who resided with her at the time of her death. This file has been created by a form at http://www.poppet.org/gafiles/ File size: 1.4 Kb

Talbot County GaArchives Obituaries.....John Harris March 21 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: Carla Miles cmhistory@mchsi.com August 27, 2003, 8:34 pm The Talbotton New Era, March 28, 1907 The Talbotton New Era Thursday, March 28, 1907 Page 7 Death of a Good Man Into a home of love and happiness on last Thursday morning, the spirit of Rev. John Harris was borne from earth to heaven. The work of this man was finished, having attained his four score and ten years, and served many years in preaching God’s word in the ministry of the Missionary Baptist Church. The long, weary months of illness were endured with patience, and as the end drew nigh and the glory of immortality burst over his vision, rapture filled his soul, and the pangs of death were lost in victory. Fully realizing that he “had done what he could”, he expressed a desire to be re-united with that beloved companion who preceded several years to the glory land. The deceased leaves a son, Mr. Dixie Harris, several daughters, Mrs. O.V. Fuller, of Abbeville, Ga., Mrs. R.S. Sparks, Mrs. C.F. Carter, Mrs. E.A. Fuller, Mrs. J.M. Robertson and Miss Leila Harris, whose untiring devotion to her father was beautiful. A good many grand and great grandchildren also mourn the loss of this good man. The funeral services were conducted by Rev. Underwood at Valley Grove Church, where the deceased was almost a lifetime member. This file has been created by a form at http://www.poppet.org/gafiles/ File size: 1.7 Kb

Talbot County GaArchives Obituaries.....Julia Ingram March 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: Carla Miles cmhistory@mchsi.com August 27, 2003, 8:32 pm The Talbotton New Era, March 28, 1907 The Talbotton New Era Thursday, March 28, 1907 Page 6 In Memory of Mrs. Julia Ingram I feel constrained to write a word or two in memory of Mrs. Ingram, whose death occurred recently at her home near Mathews’ Chapel. For a number of years I resided near her and knew her well. She was a devoted wife and mother and a loyal friend, and was always ready and willing to aid the sick or distressed. Her death was doubly sad in that she left 9 children, the youngest only 2 ½ years old, and I can but feel deeply for those children thus bereaved also the husband left alone. Possibly there are others who could have been better spared we are prone to think, instead of this mother, whose loss is so deeply felt, and whose home has been left so desolate. A Friend This file has been created by a form at http://www.poppet.org/gafiles/ File size: 1.3 Kb

Talbot County GaArchives News.....Judge and Mrs. W.C. Patterson March 14 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: Carla Miles cmhistory@mchsi.com August 27, 2003, 8:27 pm The Talbotton New Era The Talbotton New Era Thursday, March 14, 1907 Page 7 Mt. Ida It was the writer’s good pleasure a few days ago to dine with Judge and Mrs. W.C. Patterson, of the Box Springs District. Mrs. Patterson descended from an ancestry who knew how to please and satisfy the exacting palate of man. The Judge is one of the best fixed men in the county. His farming implements and labor-saving machines are numerous for this section. His several mule colts will soon render him independent of Kentucky in that line. His registered Berkshire hogs, and his herd of Herford cattle are beauties. One of the last named tips the scales at twelve hundred and forty pounds and is still increasing in weight. The Judge’s home is situated several miles from any post office, but thanks to Hon. Tom Watson, the author of our American Rural Mail system, the carrier deposits each day, except Sunday at the Judge’s home several daily papers and other literature. Mrs. Patterson owns perhaps the largest flock of Peafowls in the county. I wish “Dixie” could view the iridescent and chatoyant beauty of their plumage, and then maybe he would quit throwing rocks at the women for wishing to appear attractive. The Judge and his son, Bot, keeps a kennel of foxhounds. “Of pure St. Herbert’s breed, Unmatched for courage, breath or speed.” Reynard has to foot it at a lively rate to keep ahead of those dogs for even an hour. J.P.J. This file has been created by a form at http://www.poppet.org/gafiles/ File size: 1.9 Kb

Talbot County GaArchives Obituaries.....Julian Foster February 22 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: Carla Miles cmhistory@mchsi.com August 27, 2003, 8:25 pm The Talbotton New Era, March 14, 1907 The Talbotton New Era Thursday, March 14, 1907 Page 3 Obituary Little Julian, son of Mr. and Mrs. C.B. Foster, was born July 18th, 1906, and died Feb. 22nd, 1907. As a bud of some rare flower, placed in receptacle to shed its beauty and fragrance for the beholder, so the bright face and perfect form of Julian had been placed in the home of his fond parents. We cannot wonder that God willed to transplant the sweet little blossom, but even as we bow in submission to Him, we cannot but long for the glimpse of Julian’s angelic face. We extend our sympathy to the grief-stricken family. This file has been created by a form at http://www.poppet.org/gafiles/ File size: 1.1 Kb

Talbot County GaArchives Obituaries.....Mattie Slaughter March 4 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: Carla Miles cmhistory@mchsi.com August 27, 2003, 8:24 pm The Talbotton New Era, March 14, 1907 The Talbotton New Era Thursday, March 14, 1907 Page 3 The death of Mattie Slaughter, which sad event occurred at the home of her father, Mr. Charley Slaughter, Monday evening, March 4, at 9 o’clock, has cast a gloom over our entire community. Mattie was seized with pneumonia about ten days before her death, and all that physicians, friends and her family could do for her was of no avail. From her first illness she seemed impressed that she would not recover and so expressed herself to her family. She expressed no fear of death but a willingness to die. In her early life she gave her heart to God and became an active member of the Methodist church and a faithful Sunday school worker. Mattie was nineteen years of age – just in the bloom of young womanhood and her friends were numbered by her acquaintance. Truly can it be said of her, “None knew her but to love her, none named her but to praise.” When the announcement of her death was made at school and our teacher spoke of her many virtues and entreated us to emulate her examples, many heads were bowed in grief, and many times during the morning did our thoughts wander away from lessons to the home where the lifeless form of her whom we all loved so much. School was suspended for the afternoon in order that we might attend the burial, which occurred at 3 o’clock, Tuesday afternoon at Wesley, Bro. Harrison conducting the service. While friends loved her and will sadly miss her smiling face and sweet presence, the grief in the home is too deep to be pictured by words, for Mattie was all that a true daughter and sister should be. Being the oldest child of the family, parents and children alike early learned to look to her for all those and comforts which only the true and loving daughter and sister can give to a home and she was found ever ready to respond. In our human blindness it seems strange that one like Mattie should be taken, but God in His infinite wisdom knew best when this fair flower was plucked from earth to be transplanted in the fields of light above. Earth to you fond parents and loved ones, is made sadder but Heaven is made richer. Prattsburg School This file has been created by a form at http://www.poppet.org/gafiles/ File size: 2.7 Kb

Talbot County GaArchives Marriages.....Sallie Fannie Freeman - W.D. Bennett February 27 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: Carla Miles cmhistory@mchsi.com August 27, 2003, 8:22 pm The Talbotton New Era, March 7, 1907 The Talbotton New Era Thursday, March 7, 1907 Page 6 Wedding Bells A pretty home wedding was solemnized at the country home of the bride’s parents, Mr. and Mrs. C.O. Freeman, near Waverly Hall, on last Thursday at high noon. The contracting parties were Miss Sallie Fannie Freeman and Hon. W.D. Bennett, Rev. Jordan, of Waverly Hall, was the officiating clergyman who tied the nuptial knot pronouncing the ceremony, which united the lives of the estimable young couple. The wedding was a quiet one, witnessed only by the immediate relatives of the bride and groom and a few intimate friends. Immediately after the ceremony, luncheon was served, after which the happy couple left for their future home in South Carolina. The bride is a young woman of unusual accomplishments and from one of the old, aristocratic families of Talbot County. Mr. Bennett is a successful lawyer of South Carolina. The New Era extends best wishes as they embark on life’s rugged journey together. This file has been created by a form at http://www.poppet.org/gafiles/ File size: 1.5 Kb