Mrs. H. H. Birdsong Dead. Just as the Times went to press a message was received in the city announcing the death of Mrs. H. H. Birdsong in Atlanta. She had been there several weeks but it was thought she was improving and the news of her death brought a terrible shock to the community. The Times has not learned of the funeral arrangements but presume the body will be brought here for burial tomorrow. The deepest sympathy of the people of the whole community goes out to Mr. Birdsong and the other family members in their hour of need.

Death of Aged Citizen. Mr. E. L. McGee died at the home of his daughter, Mrs. Jonathan Stewart, in Yatesville, Sunday, at the age of 87 years. He had been in declining health for some years having received wounds in the Civil War which impaired his physical strength. Mr. McGee's body was buried in Glenwood cemetery of this city after funeral exercises at the Methodist church conducted by Rev. W. W. Childs. The deceased was a Confederate Veteran having enlisted in Company G, 59th. Regiment of Ga. Volunteers, Anderson's Brigade, July 1, 1862 and was honorably discharged at Appomattox Court House April 19, 1865. Mr. McGee married Miss Mollie A. Butts on July 23, 1867 and she survives him along with the following children: Mrs. Henry Burson, near Thomaston; Mrs. Johnathan Stewart of Yatesville; Mrs. Walter Herin of Macon; Mrs. Gordon Wright, of Macon; Mr. D.C. McGee of Strouds; and Mr. John B. McGee, of near Thomaston. The sympathy of the people of the community is extended the bereaved relatives. Other- Glenwood Cemetery Elijah McGee 11/19/1836- 2/14/1915 Mary A. Butts McGee (wife) 11/18/1835- 4/3/1921 SON- John B. McGee 12/27/1874- 12/24/1940 1st wife to John B McGee- Lizzie ADAMS McGee 10/29/1881- 1/27/1917 2nd wife- Ruth COLLINS McGee 7/31/1872 - 4/7/1954 Daughter- Mattie McGee married Jonathan H. Stewart 3/7/1870- 9/4/1945 Also Glenwood Cemetery

DR. WEAVER DIES AT BUENA VISTA Thomaston people will be grieved to learn of the death of Dr. Will Weaver, of Buena Vista, which occurred last Friday. He was a son of the late Prof. W. T. Weaver, of Thomaston. Dr. Weaver was held in high esteem by the people of the above name town and community. The funeral was attended by his Mother, Mrs. W. T. Weaver and sister, Mrs. W. H. Dallas, and family of Thomaston. The people of the community extend sympathy to the bereaved relatives. Dr. Weaver had been in failing health for some time, but had been confined to his bed the past six weeks. He was a sufferer from heart trouble and friends had despaired of his life for sometime past. The deceased was a highly esteemed citizen of Buena Vista, having held a number of prominent offices. At the time of his Death he was a member of the school board and one of the directors of the First National Bank. other-ALL BURIED IN GLENWOOD CEMETERY: William Travis Weaver 12/12/1840- 4/5/1912 (father) Fannie E. BROWN married W.T. Weaver on 6/7/1866. (mother) 2/22/1844 - 6/28/1928. Her parents were Joseph & Mary Brown. Fannie had a first husband, William A. Davie, Capt. 46th Ga. Regt, who was killed in 1864 in Tennessee. (sister) Mrs. Kate Weaver Dallas 6/25/1868- 11/10/1956 Kate married Walter Harnesburger Dallas on 11/10/1896 He is buried beside her. 11/13/1859- 9/29/1929

MRS. DINK WALLER DEAD died at Thomaston last week, Mrs. Dink Waller familiarly known as "aunt Dink." She and her husband Mr. Alf Waller together with Mrs. Childs and Mr. David Blasingame, lived here for several years and from here they went to Yatesville to make a future home, this but a few years ago. The good lady was unsurpassed in Christian virtue, there may have been a good a woman as she but there were in our humble judgement, never a better one. Pure, Godly and Christly. She lived day by day, she was religious and was not ashamed of the profession, and she lived and practiced it. These four good people were all life long Baptist, and adorned their profession by Godly lives. her life has been a benediction to the world, and she has gone to reap the reward which was laid up for her. Mrs. Waller was the last of the Four people, the rest had preceded her to glory.- Pike County Times-Journal.

In Memory of Thomas Jefferson Kersey. We write this in memory of our loving brother, TOM, who departed this life Tuesday, July the 10th 1917. He left his home on Sunday afternoon to spend a few hours of pleasure at Barkers Springs. While enjoying himself the terrible accident came. He was taken to his Mother's home and given immediate attention. On Monday morning he was carried to the Hospital in Atlanta where he only lived till Tuesday morning at 3 o'clock when God saw fit to relieve him of his suffering. He was brought back and laid to rest in the Cemetery at Valley Grove church. While it seems so mysterious to us why God saw fit to take him, but it was for the best, for God makes no mistakes. But we are so thankful for the comforting words he spoke during his suffering "that he saw a better place and was going home." He leaves a wife, two children, father, mother, 4 brothers and two sisters and a host of relatives and friends to mourn his death. Mrs. L. J. Kersey Other- Valley Grove Cemetery Thomas Jefferson Kersey 10/26/1883- 7/10/1917

HOWELL Mary Emily Howell, the young daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Jim Henry Howell, died at their home early Sunday morning June 21, 1924. The Funeral was held Sunday afternoon from the residence, Rev. Mr. Moore officiating and the remains laid to rest in Glenwood Cemetery. The deceased was 3 months and 8 days old and is survived by her father and mother and one smaller sister. The family of the deceased have the sympathy of the people of the community in their bereavement. Other-Mary Emily Howell, Glenwood Cemetery died 1924. Father- James Henry Howell, Sr. 1898- 1967 Mother- Allie Boyt Howell 1902- 1968

More info on Mrs. Louranie (Woodson) Fowler: Her husband: William GROVER Fowler Her parents: Finnette Elizabeth Smith and Joseph Benjamin Woodson Siblings. brother-Joseph Newton Woodson, born April 13, 1867, died January 1, 1936 and sister-Mildred Arra Woodson, born September 10, 1869, died December 21, 1945 FOWLER Mrs. Louranie Fowler died Thursday at her home in East Thomaston after an illness of 5 months. Her body will be carried to the family Cemetery near Roland Friday for Burial. Mrs. Fowler was 50 years of age and is survived by her husband, Mr. W. M. G. Fowler, 3 sons, W. M., Hubert and Marcus Fowler, and two daughters, Misses Martha Joe and Ruby Lou Fowler. Other info- buried in Smith Cemetery Louraine Fowler 11/26/ 1874- 8/13/1925 Wife of ; William G. Fowler 12/25/1880- 12/16/1957 buried together ==== GAUPSON Mailing List ==== Post your query on-line http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec?htx=board&r=rw&p=localities.northam.usa.st ates.georgia.counties.upson

Little token of Remembrance On Feb 11th, 1920, a beautiful and useful life was ended when God in his infinite wisdom removed from our midst my beloved friend, Ruth McDaniel Davis. Ruth was ill about 10 days but her sickness was not considered very serious until a few hours before her death. Scarcely was the seriousness of her case realized until she was quietly falling asleep in the arms of Jesus. The suddenness of her going away makes it doubly hard to bear. Every possibly effort was made to prolong her life but our kind heavenly father, who doeth all things well tho't best to take her himself, and sent angels to gently hear her spirit across the river of life to the mansions of the blest. Ruth possessed all the noble qualities of soul that formed the character of a kind daughter and sister, an affectionate wife and useful Christian. As a friend I shall miss her more than anyone, for being deprived of a sister, she came nearer filling that place in my heart than anyone else. Indeed she was a true and faithful friend and while I miss her I will ever cherish her memory and be thankful for her friendship and loyalty. "I wonder why in this bright world Most every joy is mixed with care- In all the gladness of our lives, Why must some sorrow have a share? Why must a tear drop ever appear To mar our happiness withal- And force it's way in our midst Making our spirits surely fall ?" Ruth was married Dec. 7th 1916 to Mr. J. T. Davis of Reynolds, Ga. and altho their married life was short, their home was the gem of the earth and the companionship of each other the essence of life itself. Death is a silent and merciless reaper, and often gathers loved ones in their happiest season. "Blessed are the dead who die in The Lord." Besides her husband she leaves a father and mother, three sisters and one brother to mourn her departure. "We grieve because we feel the separation so keenly but we must be comforted with the tho't, "God hath made us and we are his". So after all death is only going home. Nelle

SAD DEATH OF YOUNG MATRON (Annie Ruth McDaniel Davis) Mrs. J. T. Davis died early Wednesday morning at her home about two miles East of Thomaston after a brief illness. Her remains were laid to rest in Glenwood Cemetery Thursday after funeral exercises at the Thomaston Methodist church, the last rites being conducted by Rev. M. S. Williams. The death of this young woman was especially sad as she was only 20 years of age and had been married but a year or so. Her death was a sad blow to her husband and loving family. She was the daughter of Mr. And Mrs. S. B. McDaniel. Mrs. Davis was a member of the Methodist church. The people of this community are offering genuine sympathy to the sorely bereaved husband and other relatives. Other- Glenwood Cemetery Annie Ruth McDaniel Davis 2/15/1900- 2/12/1920 James T. Davis (husband) 9/11/1895- 11/11/1948

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: Butts/ Smith/ Phillips Classification: Query Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/rw/Dd.2ADI/935.1 Message Board Post: my new e-mail address is [email protected] If anyone has any information on either J.T. Butts, or Nancy Smith, or Anthony, and Elizabeth Butts, Please e-mail me. Thanks, Roy W. Butts Jr.

HILL Mrs. Rosa Lee Hill, Wife of L. M. Hill, died at her home in East Thomaston, Tuesday, August 5th, 1924 after a very brief illness. The funeral and burial of Mrs. Hill was held Wednesday at Zion's Chapel, Rev. Mr. Richardson officiating. The deceased was 20 years of age and is survived by her husband and one small child and a host of relatives. Other- Zion Chapel Methodist Church Cemetery Rosalee W. Hill 3/16/1903- 8/25/1924

It's time for Historic Linwood Foundation's Fall Ramble at Linwood Cemetery in Columbus, GA. On Tuesday, October 22nd, starting at 5:30 pm tours will start every fifteen minutes honoring "The Ladies of Wynnton". Tickets for members are $10 and non-members $15 and are available at the gate. So, dress casual and take the tour. Refreshments will be served after the tour. Park on Linwood Blvd. and enter through the stone gate. For further information, call 321-8285. or visit www.historiclinwood.org.

Funeral Notice The people of Thomaston and vicinity were greatly saddened by the death of Mrs. Anna Minter, wife of Mr. Charlie Minter, which occurred Thursday, Aug. 7, 1924 at The Georgia Baptist Hospital of Atlanta. The funeral of Mrs. Minter was held Friday at Smyrna church interment in church cemetery, Rev. J. E. Barron officiating. The deceased was 54 years of age and is survived by her husband and several children who have the sympathy of the people of the community in their great loss. other- Smyrna Baptist Church Cemetery 1868- 1924 Husband- Charlie J. Minter 1856- 1935

Roscoe Harp Roscoe was born May 7, 1894 and departed this life Aug. 11, 1923, being only 29 years of age. He was the youngest son of Mr. and Mrs. W. A. Harp of Thomaston, Ga. Other- Roscoe Albert Harp- Glenwood Cemetery

A Tribute Friends of Mr. and Mrs. Shelton Lee are sympathizing with them in loss of their nineteen month old son, Jack Marlow, who passed away after a brief illness on Saturday, September 5th. Bright and affectionate always, sweet, patient, "Little Jack is sadly missed in the home." A most tender and beautiful funeral service was held at the residence, led by Pastor England of the Methodist church. Rev. Charles Durden, and S. H. Whatley of the Baptist and Grace church assisting. Rest sweetly, Baby dear, Earth's shadows never come To mar that fair, celestial realm Our little Pilgrim's Home. Other- Jack Marlow Lee 1924-1925 Glenwood Cemetery Shelton S. Lee (Father) 1878- 1946 Elizabeth Brown Lee (Mother) 1883-1968 another infant son buried beside them, no name, died 1923

Hardy Martha Burnett Hardy, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. J. D. Hardy, died at their home 102 "H" Ave., East Thomaston, last Sunday afternoon. She had been ill about 10 days. The funeral and burial occurred at Hendrix Cemetery Monday, Rev. M. M. Walraven, pastor East Thomaston Methodist church officiating, with Stephen's Undertaking Co. in charge of arrangements.

RUSSEL Mrs. Martha Russel died in East Thomaston last Friday after an illness of two weeks. She was buried Saturday at Jones Chapel, Rev. Mr. Horne officiating, with Stephens Undertaking Co. in charge of arrangements. She is survived by three sons, T. B. Rusel of Greenville, J. A. Russel and L.B. Rusel of Woodbury, and three daughters, Mrs. Dora Wright of Woodbury, Mrs. C.B. Owsley of Thomaston and Mrs. M. H. Brown of Texas.

BUTTS The body of Mrs. Etta Lee Butts, wife of Mr. T. F. Butts, who died Thursday, Sept. 11 1924, was laid to rest in Bethany cemetery last Saturday morning at 11 o'clock, the funeral exercises being conducted by Rev. Mr. Tillman. Mrs. Butts was 41 years of age and was a member of Bethany Congregational church. She is survived by her husband and five children, Nellie Lee, Julian F., Thomas C., William and James T. Butts. Other- Bethany Cemetery Etta Lee Black Butts 3/26/1883- 9/11/1924 (maiden name BLACK) husband Thomas Ferrell Butts 9/27/1876- 1/28/1959

FORMER UPSON MAN DIED The body of Mr. Joseph G. Pound was laid to rest at Molena Tuesday. He died at Swainsboro last Sunday. Mr. Pound was 82 years of age and was a member of the Baptist Church. The deceased formerly resided in Upson Co. moving away about 25 years ago. He is well remembered by many of the older residents of the County. Mr. Pound is survived by his widow and seven children, one of whom is Mr. C. J. Pound of Thunder. These bereaved relatives will have the sympathy of the people of the community in the loss of husband and father.

Riggins Mr. Joshaway Riggins died at his home near Thunder Monday and was buried Tuesday at the family cemetery. The funeral was preached by Rev. J. E. Barron with Stephens Undertaking Co. in charge of arrangements. Mr. Riggins was a lifelong resident of Upson Co. and is survived by his widow, six daughters, Mrs. Eva Melton, Misses Bessie, Irene, Agnes and Adel Riggins and Mrs. Lilla Huckaby, four sons, Messers Johnnie, Horace, Willard and Glynn Riggins, all of Upson Co. The deceased was 52 years of age. Other- Riggins Cemetery Josh Riggins 1/24/1878- 8/9/1925 Other Riggins found in Riggins Cemetery T. Quiller Riggins 1885-1960 Jewell Riggins 1901- 1946 Will Riggins 1918- 1918 Rufus Riggins 1904- 1967 Lena Agnes Riggins 1880-1916 E.T. Riggins died 1953 age 49 Lennis Ruth Riggins 1913-1914 Adell Riggins 1915-1933 Johnnie Riggins 1904-1929 Lon Riggins 1877- 1944 James Riggins 1837-1911 Martha Riggins 1837- 1911 John Riggins died 12/13/1959 age 80