I am researching Rev. Joseph Ryan who was in Coosa and Green County, Alabama. He was there in the early 1800s. He was born in 1882 and was a well know minister in the Green County and Coosa County area. He Baptized my gr gr grandpapa Rev. Green Berry Waldrop in 1822 in a Bethel Baptist Church in a Township call' Five Miles." My gr gr grandpapa was an active Baptist (former Primitive Baptist) 1794-1854, Both of these Ministers traveled thru Georgia, Alabama and Mississippi. My gr gr grandpapa Rev. Green Berry Waldrop settled in DeSoto, County, Mississippi. But was buried in Arkansas in Evansen's Cemetery. Surnames,Thornton, Scott,Higginbothams. Heard,Thomas, Baxter,Alexander, Ward My great grandpapa Joseph Ryan Waldrop (1826-1870) was named after Rev. Joseph Ryan Waldrop. JRW was ambushed and killed in Escatawpa, Alabama, Washington County. Thanks for any help. Sandra maiden name Waldorp Georgia

Talbot County GaArchives Marriages.....Sallie Cornelia Woodall - Charles Matthews August 26 1908 ************************************************ 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 September 12, 2003, 2:58 pm The Talbotton New Era, August 27, 1908 The Talbotton New Era Thursday, August 27, 1908 Page 6 Woodland >From its mountain heights, the handsome home of Mr. and Mrs. Henry Woodall, near Woodland, looked down upon a goodly company of expectant friends, assembling on Wednesday, to witness the wedding of the lovely daughter of the household, Miss Sallie Cornelia to Mr. Charles Matthews. The entire place in its fragrance of roses and great trees hanging with luscious fruit seemed to herald the gladsome occasion. Bowls and vases of choicest roses breathed sweetest incense. Miss Mattie Woodall, a cousin of the bride played softly, tenderly throughout the ceremony, as the strains of Mendelsohn’s triumphant Wedding March chimed upon the glorious morning stillness, the bridal party entered, Mr. John Woodall and Miss Berta Mae Matthews then came the bride and groom. They stood within an arch of smilax, above which was suspended the letter “M” and behind them was a bank of palms and ferns. While Rev. J.G. Harrison was reading the impressive ceremony, Miss Woodall played “Hearts and Flowers”. The bride is the lovely young daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Henry Woodall and is a young lady of rare personal chasms and superior business ability. She was exquisitely dainty and charming in a gown of cream net and carried a large bouquet of Bride’s roses. Mr. Matthews, the handsome young groom is an excellent young man, whose record has always been noble and true. He can wear “without abuse the grand old name of Gentleman.” He is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Thos. Matthews. The bride’s going-away gown was an elegant coat suit of blue cloth. The maid of honor Miss Berta Mae Matthews wore a blue crepe de chine and carried a bouquet of American Beauty roses. The remembrances were costly and varied. The attractive home nest already prepared, will be furnished throughout with every convenience and luxury. Besides furniture and dining room fixtures there will be every ornament in cut-glass, silver and china with which to adorn. Their home will be a place with outward beauty grand, but with such a queen of hear and home, it will be where ”A home of peace and love, God showers His blessings from above.” The happy couple left over the AB&A for Brunswick and St. Simons. After the middle of September they will at “at home” to their friends at Woodland. Lynda Lee Bryan This file has been created by a form at http://www.poppet.org/gafiles/ File size: 2.9 Kb

Talbot County GaArchives Marriages.....Harriet Ann Cozart - Josiah Gates August 26 1908 ************************************************ 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 September 12, 2003, 2:56 pm The Talbotton New Era, August 27, 1908 The Talbotton New Era Thursday, August 27, 1908 Page 3 Wedding Bells and Orange Blossoms The home of Rev. and Mrs. J. Harrison was the scene of a – and impressive wedding, on Wednesday at high noon, when Miss Harriet Ann Cozart was united in marriage to Col. Josiah Gates of Manatee, Fla. The parlor was a fairy work, its decorations of feathery ferns, trailing vines and modest begonias blushing in a wealth of -- shell tinted blossoms. No – nook, fashioned by nature, could have been more refreshing and invited in this cool, airy room adorned by the friends, who delighted to scatter flowers and fragrance in the pathway of the gentle bride. At the appointed hour the immediate relatives and friends assembled in a semi-circular group and then came the fair bride on the arm of the groom. As they took their stand in front of a bank of ferns and golden connas Rev. Harrison stepped forward and in his happiest vein performed the Methodist ceremony, uniting two hearts and lives whose Christian influence will go out in ever widening circles as they walk hand in hand down life’s pathway together. The bride was dainty and fair in a lingerie princesse. The front was an exquisite alternation of thread lace and pin tucks, extending in a full-length panel from neck to hem of the skirt. She wore a wreath of orange blossoms and had no other ornaments. She is a lady of rare charms of mind and heart, extensively traveled and wonderfully gifted. Her artistic tastes have been the pleasure and admiration of all who knew her. She has been a benediction upon the homes and hearts wherein she dwelt, and it was a seeming joy that she could enter the holy estate of matrimony at the home of the dear friends to whom she had been such a sunbeam and such a blessing. Every member of the family deemed it his chief pleasure to contribute the fairest flowers of courtesy to this sacred occasion. Col. Josiah Gates, the noble groom, is esteemed and beloved wherever he is known. He is a life-long resident of Manatee and dwells now in the adjoining lot from where he was born and reared. He is prominent in church and social circles and has extensive business interests. As senior member of the Manatee Realty Company he has wide acquaintances throughout the United States. He owns several orange groves and deals largely in fruits and vegetables. As one looked upon this noble couple, they felt the charm and beauty rise in infinite completeness of those lines: “Thrice blessed, whose lives are faithful prayers, Whose love in higher love endures, No souls possess themselves so pure, Nor is there blessedness like this.” After congratulations a dainty lunch was served al-fresco. The bride donned a going-away gown of brown invisible plaid hand braided in artistic designs. Many loving gifts were tokens of the sincere esteem and appreciation of loyal friends. Col. and Mrs. W.A. Wimbush of Atlanta remembered with lavish hand and loving heart. Mr. and Mrs. Edgar Towns Smith, in every way, proved their devotion and tender interest. Miss Evelyn Cowdrey, of Columbus, gave a gold plate. Other gifts attested the popularity of this couple. As the carriage drove to the station, rice and flowers showered them from the friends who “stay behind”, “each grain a pearl, each pearl a prayer.” They left over the AB&A Railway for Manatee, Fla., where they will make their home. Lynda Lee Bryan This file has been created by a form at http://www.poppet.org/gafiles/ File size: 4.0 Kb

Talbot County GaArchives Deaths.....Evans Alonza Blythe August 28 1942 ************************************************ 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 September 12, 2003, 12:37 pm Name: Blythe, Evans Alonza Date Of Death: August 28 1942 Time: 9:30 pm Place Of Death: Junction City, Georgia Residence: Junction City, Georgia Gender: Male Race: Age: 46 Marital Status: Married Spouse: Blythe, Minnie Reid Date Of Birth: February 25 1896 Place Of Birth: Box Springs, Georgia Mother's Name: Fielder, Mattie Mother's Birthplace: Don't Know Father's Name: Blythe, William Robert Father's Birthplace: Don't Know Cause Of Death: Apoplexy, Arterio Sclerosis, Coronary Disease Hospital: Not listed SS Number: Not listed Occupation: General Merchandise Funeral Home: Flem Morgan, Junction City, Georgia Doctor: R.C. Montgomery, Butler, Georgia Coroner: Not listed Informant: Mrs. E.A. Blythe Date Of Burial: August 30 1942 Place Of Burial: Junction City, Georgia Date Recorded: September 10 1942 I hereby attended the deceased from Sept 1, 1940 to Aug. 28, 1942. I last saw him alive on Aug. 28, 1942. - R.C. Montgomery, M.D. Additional Comments: It was Mrs. Blythe's wish that her husband be buried at the city cemetery in Ellaville with her family. His grave was moved sometime in the early 1980s. This file has been created by a form at http://www.poppet.org/gafiles/ File size: 1.8 Kb

Talbot-Marion County GaArchives Deaths.....William Andrew Blythe June 28 1943 ************************************************ 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 September 12, 2003, 12:28 pm Name: Blythe, William Andrew Date Of Death: June 28 1943 Time: 10:30 pm Place Of Death: Junction City, Georgia Residence: Junction City, Georgia Gender: Male Race: Age: 64 Marital Status: Spouse: Blythe, Mary Barnes Date Of Birth: December 27 1878 Place Of Birth: Marion County, Georgia Mother's Name: Not listed, Not listed Mother's Birthplace: Not listed Father's Name: Blythe, Robert Father's Birthplace: Camilla, Georgia Cause Of Death: Perforated Gastric Ulcer Hospital: Not listed SS Number: Not listed Occupation: Cashier - F & M Bank, Junction City, Georgia Funeral Home: Flem Morgan Funeral Home Doctor: R. Montgomery Coroner: Not listed Informant: Mrs. W.A. Blythe Date Of Burial: June 30 1943 Place Of Burial: Junction City Cemetery Date Recorded: Unavailable Length of residence in Junction City: 37 years Date deceased last worked at his occupation: June 10, 1942 Total years spent in this occupation: 17 years Contributory causes of importance for death: Arterio Scherosis, Paralysis, Heart Disease This file has been created by a form at http://www.poppet.org/gafiles/ File size: 1.7 Kb

Talbot-Muscogee County GaArchives Obituaries.....Mary A. Posey July 14 1908 ************************************************ 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 September 11, 2003, 11:42 pm The Talbotton New Era, July 16, 1908 The Talbotton New Era Thursday, July 16, 1908 Page 3 Aged Lady Died At Juniper, Ga. Juniper, Ga., July 15 – Mrs. Mary A. Posey, wife of Mr. D.M. Posey, died at her home at Juniper, Ga., yesterday evening at 8:30 o’clock of paralysis. She was 71 years of age and a member of the Methodist church, and was a woman of fine character and qualities. Her own death is the first, which has occurred in her family, and it is mourned and regretted by a large circle of relatives and friends. Besides her husband she leaves five children as follows: Mrs. P.A. Belk, Mrs. J.T. Harris, Messrs. J.A. and G.W. Posey, all of Juniper and Mr. D.P. Posey of Columbus. The funeral services will be held at the house tomorrow morning conducted by Rev. Mr. Booth, of Juniper, assisted by Rev. J.O.A. Cook of Columbus, and the remains will be brought to Columbus on the 2:55 o’clock train tomorrow afternoon. The interment will take place in Riverdale cemetery and the following gentlemen will act as pallbearers: Messrs. John Garrett, W.F. Benson, H.W. Hyatt, D.A. Andrews, E.J. Bradley, A.A. Phelts, F.L. Cosby and J. Lee Hardy. This file has been created by a form at http://www.poppet.org/gafiles/ File size: 1.6 Kb

Talbot County GaArchives Obituaries.....Sallie Drane July 8 1908 ************************************************ 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 September 11, 2003, 11:39 pm The Talbotton New Era, July 9, 1908 The Talbotton New Era Thursday, July 9, 1908 Page 3 Killed By Lightning During a severe electrical storm on yesterday afternoon, Sallie Drane, a Negro woman living near Mr. R. Leonard’s was instantly killed by lightning. The house of Mr. W.T. Allen was struck and slightly damaged. An oak tree in the yard of Mr. L.W. Smith was struck. This file has been created by a form at http://www.poppet.org/gafiles/ File size: 0.9 Kb

Talbot-Wilcox County GaArchives Marriages.....Annie Jameson - Harris Cobin McRae October 21 1908 ************************************************ 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 September 11, 2003, 11:37 pm The Talbotton New Era, October 22, 1908 The Talbotton New Era Thursday, October 22, 1908 Page 2 Married The home of Mr. and Mrs. William Casper Jameson on College Street, was the scene of a beautiful wedding on Wednesday at noon, when Miss Annie Jameson was united in marriage to Mr. Harris Cobin McRae of Rochelle. The handsome couple entered alone and stood within an alcove of sunny chrysanthemums. Rev. Francis McCullough performed the ceremony in an impressive manner. The bride was lovely in a tailored gown of blue. She is the youngest daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Jameson and is admired and loved by a loyal circle of friends. She is bright, original and talented. Mr. McRae is a popular and progressive merchant of Rochelle. He is to be congratulated upon his good fortune. A dainty luncheon was dispersed. Mrs. Jameson was assisted by her attractive daughters, Mrs. G.B. Oliver of Blakeley and Miss Jessie Jameson of Thomaston. The bridal party left over the A.B.&A., for Rochelle where Mr. and Mrs. McRae will be at home to their friends. Among the handsome wedding remembrances was a painting in oil, by Miss Jessie Jameson, “A study in roses.” An aunt sent from Augusta exquisite hand work, a table cover and scarf. Silver, china and cut-glass were displayed in profusion. Lynda Lee Bryan This file has been created by a form at http://www.poppet.org/gafiles/ File size: 1.8 Kb

Talbot County GaArchives Obituaries.....Robert Lee Miller October 7 1908 ************************************************ 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 September 11, 2003, 11:35 pm The Talbotton New Era, October 22, 1908 The Talbotton New Era Thursday, October 22, 1908 Page 2 Little Robert Lee Miller On the afternoon of October the 7th the home of Mr. and Mrs. Emmett Miller was shrouded in gloom by the coming of the death angel which took from them their baby child, the sunshine of their home, little Robt. Lee. He was ill only a few days and all that love and skill could do was done to arrest the disease and stay his little life but alas! all in vain for God called him home. He was two years and four months old. His stay on earth was brief but long enough to have entwined into its own little life the hearts of his fond parents and little brothers and sister. His little body was laid to rest in the Valley cemetery to await the resurrection morn. The burial service was conducted by his Uncle, Rev. D.F. Woodall. We pray God to comfort his loved ones here and help them to let his going be another tie to bind them to Heaven. This file has been created by a form at http://www.poppet.org/gafiles/ File size: 1.5 Kb

Bibb-Fulton-Talbot County GaArchives Marriages.....Mrs. Elizabeth Lawton Johnson - Mr. William Gorman July 5 1908 ************************************************ 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 September 11, 2003, 11:30 pm The Talbotton New Era, July 23, 1908 The Talbotton New Era Thursday, July 23, 1908 Page 1 Johnson – Gorman Interesting Marriage At Greenville, S.C. The many friends in Macon of Mrs. Elizabeth Lawton Johnson will be interested to learn that she was married on Sunday last, July 5, at Greenville, S.C., to Mr. Wm. Gorman, of Atlanta. The marriage was a surprise to the friends of the couple, who have since been the recipient of many congratulations and good wishes. Mrs. Gorman had been spending a month at Chick Springs, S.C., and since their marriage Mr. and Mrs. Gorman have returned to Atlanta where they are at the Piedmont. The bride is a beautiful and charming woman, and has a large circle of relatives and friends in Macon and elsewhere through the State. Mr. Gorman, who is prominently connected with the Lowry National Bank of Atlanta, has made that city his home for several years, though he lived at Talbotton, and belongs to one of the oldest and most prominent families in the State. – Macon Telegraph This file has been created by a form at http://www.poppet.org/gafiles/ File size: 1.6 Kb

Talbot County GaArchives Obituaries.....Charles D. Alsobrooks June 7 1908 ************************************************ 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 September 11, 2003, 11:14 pm The Talbotton New Era, June 11, 1908 The Talbotton New Era Thursday, June 11, 1908 Page 6 Woodland Items Mr. Robt. Alsobrooks and wife have the sympathy of their many friends in their sad bereavement from the death of their babe, which occurred Sunday morning, the burial taking place at Evans Chapel Monday morning at 10 o’clock. The Talbotton New Era Thursday, June 18, 1908 Page 6 In Loving Memory of Chas. D. Alsobrooks On Sunday morning, June 7th, the angel of death entered the home of Mr. and Mrs. R.J. Alsobrooks and bore from earth to heaven the sweet spirit of little Charlie. After two weeks of suffering, when all was done that could be done by loved ones, sympathizing friends and faithful physicians, Jesus softly whispered, “It is enough, come up higher.” Charlie was seventeen months old. Though his stay on earth was short, he had brightened the lives of many. He loved by all who knew him and was indeed a ray of sunshine in the home for he always wore a smile that bespoke his disposition, for sunny and bright he was. Our hearts go out in tenderest sympathy for those in his own household, those to whom he was dearest, while, too, our hearts are saddened and as our tears are blended with theirs we think of little Charlie as not dead but only asleep in the arms of Jesus, and bow in submission to the will of God, who doeth all things well, realizing that our loss is heaven’s gain, and with the blessed assurance that some day we shall see him again in a brighter world, where sickness, separation and sorrow never come. The funeral service was conducted by Rev. Francis McCullough Monday, June 8th, at 10 o’clock at Evans Chapel, the interment taking place at the cemetery near the church. Little Charlie cannot come to us, but we can go to him. His devoted aunts, Trancena and Lucy This file has been created by a form at http://www.poppet.org/gafiles/ File size: 2.3 Kb

Talbot-Fulton County GaArchives Marriages.....Mary Charles Matthews - Clifton Lee June 17 1908 ************************************************ 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 September 10, 2003, 11:51 pm The Talbotton New Era, May 28, 1908 The Talbotton New Era Thursday, May 28, 1908 Page 3 Local and Personal Announcement has been made of the approaching marriage of Miss Mary Charles Matthews of Talbotton to Mr. Clifton Lee of Atlanta, the wedding to take place June 17th. This file has been created by a form at http://www.poppet.org/gafiles/ File size: 0.8 Kb

Talbot County GaArchives Marriages.....Helen Arcadia Spain - John Stuart Cahill December 17 1908 ************************************************ 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 September 10, 2003, 11:39 pm The Talbotton New Era, December 10, 1908 The Talbotton New Era Thursday, December 10, 1908 Page 5 Invitations have been issued to the approaching marriage of Miss Helen Arcadia Spain to Mr. John Stuart Cahill, the wedding to take place on Thursday afternoon, the seventeenth of December, at half after one o’clock at the home of Mrs. Elizabeth Spain. The Talbotton New Era Thursday, December 17, 1908 Page 4 Society Capt. Jack Shankland was the genial host of a pleasant dinner on Monday, complimentary to Mr. John Cahill and his bride elect, Miss Helen Spain. The Hotel Weston was wreathed in smilax. The color motif was white and green. The beautiful occasion was under the direction of Mrs. P.M. Weston. The table was exquisite in its appointments. Seven courses were served. The bride’s cake was cut; Miss Ruth Martin won the ring, Mr. Mathis, the dime, Mr. Edward Bardwell, the thimble. Miss Spain wore a white coat suite and large black hat. The guests were: Miss Helen Spain, Mr. Cahill, Miss Clara Freeman, Mr. Mathis of Roanoke, Miss Jane Bardwell, Mr. Rowland Spain, Miss Will Underwood, Mr. W.B. Freeman, Miss Elizabeth Ragland and Capt. Jack Shankland, Mr. and Mrs. W.N. McGehee, Miss Ruth Martin, Mr. Edward Bardwell, Miss Marie Spivey, Mr. Herbert Dickerson, Miss Susie Harvey, Mr. M.A. McCoy, Mr. H.P. Weston. ------------------------------------------- Miss Clara Freeman and Miss Will Underwood issued the following unique invitations to a shower on Tuesday: “Hearts and flowers With miscellaneous showers Are expected at half-past two We shall look for you. So bring your token, Do your part And give the bride a start.” for Miss Helen Spain. The home of Miss Freeman was adorned with mistletoe and roses. A merry game was enjoyed – Mrs. Neid McGehee blindfolded the bride and conducted her to the parasol, from which fell a heavy shower of dainty remembrances. Mr. Govan G. Ware and Dr. W.B. Spain dispensed punch in the hall. A large number of guests were present. The Talbotton New Era Thursday, December 24, 1908 Page 1 Spain – Cahill The wedding of Miss Helen Arcadia Spain to Mr. John Stuart Cahill, which took place on last Thursday afternoon, was one of the most beautiful ever solemnized in Talbotton. The home of the bride’s grandmother, Mrs. Rowland Willis was artistically decorated under the direction of the bride’s gifted cousin, Mrs. Thomas A. Atkinson of LaGrange. Southern smilax made a dainty frieze around the walls. >From out snowy lillycups countless candles cast a mellow radiance. To the triumphant strains of the wedding march, played by Miss Elizabeth Ragland, the party passed through ribboned aisles. Mr. Cahill entered with his best man, Mr. Paul Morrison of Talladega. Mrs. W.N. McGehee, the matron of honor, preceded the bride, who entered with her brother, Mr. Rowland Willis Spain. Misses Emily and Dorothy Atkinson of LaGrange were the beautiful little ribbon bearers. The happy couple stood on a white rug, before an alter of ferns, while Rev. Francis McCullough pronounced the words which made them man and wife. The beautiful, dimpled bride never looked more charming than on this occasion, attired in a tailored gown of blue. She carried an armful of bride’s roses. She is a member of one of Talbot County’s most prominent families, on both sides, she is descended from ancestors noted in church and state. Mr. Cahill is a bright, brainy young man, who by his dignity and integrity, occupies a high position of honor, and trust with the AB&A railroad. The main hall was banked with palms and ferns and fragrant with violets. Miss Clara Freeman and Miss Will Underwood dispensed fruit nectar. The second parlor, where a costly array of gifts were displayed, was attractive in red and green. Mantles were banked with magnolia leaves and studded with crimson hibiscus blooms, out of which peeped many candles. The walls were outlined with smilax and around the room, prettily decorated tables gleamed and glistened with crystal, silver and china. This file has been created by a form at http://www.poppet.org/gafiles/ File size: 4.6 Kb

Talbot County GaArchives Marriages.....Lera Amorette Smith - Claude P. Calloway December 16 1908 ************************************************ 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 September 10, 2003, 11:32 pm The Talbotton New Era, November 19, 1908 The Talbotton New Era Thursday, November 19, 1908 Page Six Smith – Calloway Mrs. Tinie F. Smith, of Talbotton, announces the engagement of her second daughter, Lera Amorette, to Mr. Claude P. Calloway, the wedding to occur December 16th, at the home of Mrs. Tinie F. Smith. The Talbotton New Era Thursday, December 17, 1908 Page 1 Smith – Calloway The home of Mrs. T.F. Smith, on College Street, was the scene of a beautiful wedding on Wednesday at high noon, when Miss Lera Amorette Smith was united in marriage to Mr. Claude P. Calloway of Tygnell. The home was very attractive in trailing vines and ferns. The bridal party entered from the rear hall and stood within a fern bower. To the strains of Mendelshon’s wedding march, played by Miss Elizabeth Ragland they came as follows: Mr. Calloway with Mrs. Bolton, and the bride with her sister, Miss Louise Katherine Smith. They were met by Rev. Francis McCullough, who performed the ceremony in an impressive manner, while Miss Ragland played Trammeri softly and tenderly. The bride wore a becoming tailored gown of rich green and a jaunity hat of green. She carried a bouquet of white carnations and asparagus ferns. She is the second daughter of Mrs. Tinnie Smith and a nice of Col. Eugene Milner Smith of Thomasville and possesses accomplishments that will make glad the heart and home of the noble young man to whom she has entrusted her welfare. Mr. Calloway belongs to one of Georgia’s oldest and best families. He owns a large mercantile business and has been very successful. His manners are cultured and elegant, his personality magnetic and attractive. The happy couple received many warm and sincere congratulations. Miss Kathryn Smith was gowned in a beautiful Nistaria cloth and picture hat. Misses Imogene Smith, Emily Baldwin, Anne Douglass and Martha K. Smith dispensed a dainty repast. Mrs. J.A. Bryan and Miss Virginia Persons received. Many handsome tokens of remembrance were received from all sections of the State. The out-of-town guests were: Mrs. N. Jenkins, Eliza Jenkins, Box Springs, Mae Jenking, Midland, Patsy Sparks of Montezuma, Frank Paddock and wife of Syracuse, N.Y., Messrs. Hill, Bolton, Cooper, Jack and Wilton Wilkerson, of Washington, James Jackson and wife of Upatoi, Dr. Jenkins and Homer Jessup, Sterling Dudley of Columbus. The bridal party left over the AB&B for Atlanta. On arrival at Washington a reception will be given by relatives of the groom. The Talbotton New Era Thursday, December 17, 1908 Page 4 Society Mr. Claude P. Calloway entertained his groomsmen at breakfast Wednesday morning. The hotel Louise was artistically decorated for the occasion. Those participating were: Mr. Hill, Mr. Cooper, Mr. Bolton, Mr. Wilton Wilkerson and Mr. Jack Wilkerson, Rev. Francis McCullough. The Talbotton New Era Thursday, December 17, 1908 Page 4 Personal Items Mrs. J.A. Bryan entertained Saturday afternoon in compliment to Miss Lera Amorette Smith, one of the December brides. The home on College Street, was decorated with southern smilax, holly and crimson bells. The large punch bowl nestled in garlands of coral berries. Roses, camellias and violets were lavishly used and banks of ferns made a background to the many lovely women who assembled. After a game of heart fortunes, the bride was seated beneath a snowy parasol and from it a shower of miscellaneous articles fell into the lap of the prospective bride. Fruit nectar was served by Miss Martha K. Smith, Miss Clara Spivey, Miss Anne Douglass, Miss Imogene Smith and Miss Ouida Dunbar. The refreshments were in pink and white. The fair honoree was gowned in a princess of Copenhagen blue, a picture hat with drooping plumes completed an exquisite toilette. This file has been created by a form at http://www.poppet.org/gafiles/ File size: 4.3 Kb

I am reseaching Rev. Green Berry Waldrop 1794-1854. He was living in Georgia 1827-1840. He was active with the Columbus Baptist Association. He was with others on a Presbytery where he helped consitued new Churches and Ordained new ministers. Liberty Hill Baptist, Talbot County Union Primitive Baptist Church County Line Baptist Church Talbot County Rehoboth Baptist, Cataula, GA. Harris County And others. Rev. Waldrop was on the Presbytery that Ordain C.C.Willis the minister of Bethel Baptist Church. Rev. Willis be came the minister of Bethel Baptist Church on Flat Rock Road, Columbus, Georgia, Muscogee in 1840. I have Rev. Green Berry Waldrop acording to the Columbus Baptist Association as minister of Bethel Baptist Church from 1832 until 1840. He is listed with the Bethel Baptist Church in Talbot County, Georgia , ane he is mention in the 1829-1840 Columbus Baptist Church as minister 1832-1839 in the Bethel Baptist Church. He is mentioned in Rev. C.C. Willis's book about Bethel Baptist Church on Flat Rock Road. Muscogee County, GA. How can I find if the Columbus Baptist Association is talking about Rev. Green Berry was minister to Bethel in Talbot or Bethle Baptist on Flat Rock Road or Both?. I wonder if he traveled back and forth on different Sundays and preached at both of the Bethel Baptist on Flat Rock Road and Talbot County. In the book about the Bethel Baptist Church on Flat Rock Road, Muscogee County, in Rev. C.C. Willis's Book, Rev. Green Berry is spoken with affection in calling him their Beloved Pastor. Thank you for any help. Sandra maiden name Waldrop Georgia

Talbot County GaArchives Photo document.....Marriage, Cornelious Daniel and Miss Elizabeth Cook, July 11, 1852 September 7 2003 ************************************************ 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: Ben McLaughlin noranben@bellsouth.net September 7, 2003, 9:21 am Source: Talbot County Georgia Marriages 1852=1867 Photo can be seen at: http://www.rootsweb.com/~usgenweb/ga/talbot/photos/documents/ph218marriage.jpg Image file size: 132.3 Kb Marriage License and Certificate, Cornelious Daniel and Miss Elizabeth Cook Georgia: Talbot County. To any Ordained Minister of the Gospel, Judge, Justice of the Inferior Court, or Justice of the Peace: You are hereby authorized to join Cornelious Daniel and Miss Elizabeth Cook in the Holy state of Matrimony: according to the Constitution and Laws of this State; and for which this shall be your sufficient License. Given under my hand and Seal, this 9th day of July 1852 <L.S.> Marion Bethune, Ordinary. ========================= Georgia: Talbot County. I do hereby Certify, That Cornelious Daniel and Elizabeth Cook were duly joined in Matrimony by me, this 11 day of July 1852 Benjamin Mann Recorded 8th Sept 1852 Marion Bethune Ordinary This file has been created by a form at http://www.poppet.org/gafiles/ File size: 1.5 Kb

----- Original Message ----- From: <Elantr@aol.com> To: <GA-CEMETERIES-L@rootsweb.com> Sent: Saturday, September 06, 2003 10:21 AM Subject: [GA-CEM] Re: NO PIC / Correct URL is.... > In a message dated 9/6/03 11:14:29 AM Eastern Daylight Time, > Silver9876@earthlink.net writes: > > > When I clicked on link - up popped an ad for Ancestry - not a pic > > > > > The correct URL is <A HREF="http://www.rootsweb.com/~gahousto/greg.jpg">http://www.rootsweb.com/~g ahousto/greg.jpg</A> > > the "s" was left out of rootsweb. > > > > > > ==== GA-CEMETERIES Mailing List ==== > NOTICE: Posting of virus warnings, test messages, chain letters, political > announcements, current events, items for sale, personal messages, flames, > etc. (in other words - spam) is NOT ALLOWED and will be grounds for removal. > Consideration for exceptions, contact Kathleen Burnett kathleenburnett@earthlink.net > > ============================== > 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 >

Please excuse me, I have given the wrong URL for the mystery photo. I left the "s" out of rootsweb. Hopefully you will give it another try. Thank you, Brenda Mystery Photo www.rootsweb.com/~gahousto/greg.jpq

Good Morning All, Will everyone please take a minute and help me identify the person in this mystery photo. He could be for a number of Georgia Counties. The only information on this person is that his name is Greg. It was sign on the back of the photo. Photo can be seen at www.rootweb.com/~gahousto/greg.jpg Thank you for your time!!! Brenda

Talbot County GaArchives Obituaries.....William Holmes Ellison April 2 1908 ************************************************ 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 September 6, 2003, 12:14 am The Talbotton New Era, April 9, 1908 The Talbotton New Era Thursday, April 9, 1908 Page 2 Death of Col. W.H. Ellison Col. W.H. Ellison died at his home near here on the 2nd inst., after a lingering illness and much suffering. He having sustained a fall while on a visit to Columbus in December. Recently he was carried to St. Joseph’s Infirmary in Atlanta for treatment, but to no avail, owing probably to his advanced age, eighty-one. The funeral obsequies were conducted by Rev. Harrison and the interment at Sardis cemetery. Many friends from all parts of the country were there, with tributes of beautiful flowers, for the bier of one they loved and esteemed in life. Deceased leaves two daughters, Mrs. E.A. Richards, of Macon, and Mrs. G.J. Peacock, of Columbus. Several grandchildren and great-grandchildren and one sister, Miss Sallie Ellison. Col. Ellison’s wife preceded him to the grave several years ago. He was a loving father, and devoted brother to his only sister. It was beautiful to see them descend life’s hill together; their devotion being deep and tender. Col. Ellison was a gentleman of the olden type, true courtesy, culture and suavity of manners characterized his whole life. He was a devoted member of Sardis church, and when the sunset came, after a long and useful life, visions of heaven were revealed to him as he exchanged earth for a home in the celestial city. The Talbotton New Era Thursday, April 9, 1908 Page 3 A Tribute That “death loves a shining mark” is again verified in the passing away of the noble spirit of Mr. William Holmes Ellison on the morning of April 2nd. Inheriting the retiring modesty of his forefathers, he sought not for himself high, worldly places but found his greatest earthly happiness in the simple discharge of his duty to his God, his family and his fellow man. A good life cannot die. In thoughts, words and deeds it lives on incalculably and “the good that it may do eternity alone can tell.” In the arch of this well spent life, kindness was the very capstone; in its symphony, unselfishness was the keynote. Richly endowed, spiritually and intellectually, and possessing in a marked degree sound judgment and rare discernment, his influence was felt by all, and the imprint of his life left strongly on those about him. Following in the footsteps of his godly father, he, at an early age united This file has been created by a form at http://www.poppet.org/gafiles/ File size: 2.9 Kb