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Camp Lawton -
A Short Time in
History - Pt 2
A wooden bridge crossed
the stream at the point
where a sutler’s cabin
stood. Ancillary facilities,
at least three earthworks,
a guards’ camp and
hospital, log buildings for
administrative purposes,
a POW hospital, and two
burial grounds for POWs,
were located around the
stockade.
Most Prisoners of War
that were transported to
Camp Lawton came from
Andersonville by way of
Savannah, where they had
been temporarily housed
pending the completion
of the new prison. Upon
entering the prison, POWs
were marched across the
stream to the north side
of the compound, where
they were organized and
divided. Although no
barracks were provided,
POWs constructed their
own “shebangs” from
materials scavenged from
the stockade’s construction
along with materials,
blankets, pieces of clothing,
and shelter halves they had
brought with them. Most
Camp Lawton prisoners
were veteran prisoners and,
therefore, had weakened
constitutions which
contributed to illnesses, but
exposure also stalked the
inmates as the fall weather
turned colder. Subfreezing
temperatures, freezing rain,
and snow flurries combined
with the illnesses, resulted
in death for hundreds of
these prisoners.
Although records are
incomplete, the prison
guards were probably
comprised of elements
of the 1st, 2nd, 3rd, and
4th Georgia Reserves, the
Florida Light Artillery,
and the 55th Georgia.
Commanded by Colonel
Henry Forno, the reserve
units were composed
basically of teenage
males and older men who
were poorly equipped
and trained. The prison
commandant was Captain
D.W. Vowles, and the chief
surgeon was Dr. Isaiah H.
White. On November 8,
Vowles submitted the only
existent camp return to
the Richmond authorities.
It listed 10,299 prisoners
of war at the prison, of
whom 349 had enlisted in
the Confederate Army, 486
had died, and 285 were
working at the prison.
Not only was the
prison’s administrative
staff located on site, but
also General Winder who
was Commissary-General
of Prisons in Alabama
and Georgia, established
his headquarters there
also. Moreover, just before
the prison was evacuated.
Winder was promoted
to Commissary-General
of Prisons east of the
Mississippi. Therefore, for
a time the administrative
apparatus of much of
the Confederate military
prisons were located at
Camp Lawton.
See you next week!
Sam
Jenkins County
School System
Conducts Vital
"Intruder Alert" Drill
By Joe Brady, Editor
for
The Times
Millen - In a proactive measure to ensure the
safety and preparedness of its students, faculty,
and staff, the Jenkins County School System
recently conducted a mandated "Intruder
Alert" drill. This vital exercise, detailed in a
letter from Superintendent Dr. J.P. Hearn to
parents, “is required by Georgia House Bill
147. which stipulates that every public school
in tne state must perform this exercise before
October 1 st of each school
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The primary objective of the "Intruder Alert"
drill is to equip students, faculty, and staff
with the knowledge and skills necessary to
respond effectively in the event of an actual
intruder situation. While no one ever wishes
for such scenarios to occur, it is essential to
be prepared and have a well-thought-out plan
in place.
Superintendent Dr. J.P. Hearn emphasized
the importance of this drill as part of the
school's commitment to safety and security.
The exercise allows participants to familiarize
themselves with the procedures and protocols
that should be followed during a potential
intruder situation.
To ensure the efficacy of the drill, local
law enforcement officers were present to
provide guidance and evaluate the school's
preparedness. Their presence served to
identify any potential flaws in the plan and
allowed for real-time adjustments to oe made,
enhancing the overall readiness of the school
community.
“The safety and security of students and
staff are of paramount concern to the Jenkins
County School System,” Dr. Hearn stated,
“These drills, while necessary, are conducted
with the utmost care and professionalism to
minimize any potential stress on students
and to create a safe and supportive learning
environment.” Photo by D. ffearn.
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The Times
The Plot
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This is my favorite time of year. The leaves are changing
from vivid green to vibrant orange and yellow. The summe:
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not want to go to Walmart on the Friday night before dee:
hunting season in Georgia. Men of all ages could be seer
frantically shopping for anything from long-johns to high-
vis vests! Men don’t tend to go to the dressing room wher
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the knowledgeable hunter will plant food plots, put corr
in feeders and limb trees for greater visibility. By hunting
season, the food plots should be brimming with a complex
mixture of greens.
If all the preparation goes as planned, the luscious foot
plots will entice the deer into the plots. If not, that is wh)
we call it hunting!
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Just off
the
Paved
Road
Carmen Bennett,
Columnist for
The Times
The Georgia vs Auburn game called for a commentary! As
I saw in front of the tv screen, ranting at the players, this
was my top ten takeaways:
10. You know how at Yosemite they have those sulfur
cauldrons or pits of poison algae or something? Every
once in a while animals will get too curious and get
too close to the ground and die of carbon monoxide
poisoning? That’s pretty much describes what happens at
Jordan Hare.
9.1 was so proud to hear “U-G-A! U-G-A!” amidst all
that Auburn racket.
8. It would’ve been funny that Auburn fans thought they
were gonna win this game. Except it ain’t funny one bit
because so did I.
7.1 KNOW Auburn fans are smart enough to know that
was NOT a fumble. Why y’all booing like that?
6. I’m not sure this is our year. Ali got to experience TWO
national championships at Georgia. I’m holding out hope
that Addie will too. But heck I was happy to get a winning
season back in the 90s.
5. Now y’all tell me how the refs saw that ineligible
receiver but not nary a one of ‘em noticed the Auburn
QB cross the line of scrimmage and pass the ball. That
goes for all those “analysts” we employ too! What y’all
analyzing??
4. Turnovers almost gave this game away. Kirby listen-
you do not have the advantage of Mark Richt’s jaw line
and perfect tan. When we do stupid stuff, you can’t stand
there looking oh so delicious. You just can’t pull that off
my man, what you got to do is throw a clipboard or break
a headset.
3. How many “injured players” did Auburn have after a
first down pass? Give it to ‘em. They did what they could
to slow Georgia’s momentum. It’s still irritating though.
Y’all need a team mom and some Capri suns? Geez.
2. Malaki Starks is one of the best safeties in the SEC.
1. Brock Bowers IS the best college football player on the
planet. And let me tell you something Kirbs- you better
wrap that California boy in bubble wrap. You better have
his food tested before he eats his meals. You better fan him
and feed him grapes. You better not let him ride none of
them ridiculous electric bikes I see all over campus and
you BETTER make sure one of those “analysts” follows
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