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About The Butts County progress. (Jackson, Ga.) 18??-1915 | View Entire Issue (June 14, 1912)
NEWS ^ _ OF INTEREST IN THE SOCIAL REALM MEN OF THE WORLD. Many a man is kneeling tonight In dreams by a mother’s knee Drifting back through his days of care To the things that used to be. Many a man whom we think profane, And wicked and lost, and vile, Is kneeling tonight as he used to kneel To worship a mother’s smile. Many a man whs is rough, uncouth, Hard with the crust of things, Is kneeling tonight in his lonesome room As kingly as all the kings Kneeling tonight as he used to do In simple and boyish trust Down by the knees that have long been laid In the quiet sleep of dust. Men of the world! We pass them by, With a scoff at what they are— The men of the world dare those who kneel In dreams that have gone afar To the gentle knees as they used to do— Ah, pity them there alone. With just the wrath of a quiet faith They are not ashamed to own! Many a man is kneeling tonight As he did at a mother’s knee, As he goes to bed in a lonesome room So far from the used-to-be, Kneeling as simple as when a child And praying to God the same— The men of the world are not all bad, Nor guilty of all the blame. —Baltimore Sun. Miss Eloise Pound Weds Dr. H. R. Slaton. On Sunday afternoon at half past two o'clock at the home of Mr. and Mrs. J. M. Currie on East Third street, the marriage of Miss Eloise eound and Dr. H. R. Slaton was solemnized. Rev. M. S. Williams of the Methodist church officiated, the beautiful ring ceremony being used. The only attendants were the two nieces of the bride, Misses Myrtle and Louise Harris, the former acting as ring bearer. The ceremony, which was wit nessed only by the immediate family, was performed m the front parlor where vases ot love ly pink roses and palms and ferns were used as the decorations. Mrs. Slaton is the daughter of the late Judge and Mrs. E. E. Pound, who were among the most prominent pioneer citizens of Jackson, and is the youngest of a group of interesting sisters, Mrs J. T. Harris, Mrs. E. J. Williams and Mrs. J. M. Cum* Dr Slaton is a prominent young druK gist of the city here from Washington, Ga., se\erai ye Mr S and Mr, Siaton are spend ing their honeymoon in the mountains of North Carolina and upon their return will reside in Jackson. For Attractive Guests. Miss Sara Hammond entertain dat a Pretty evening in compliment to her rests. Miss Same Mae Kenne rof Jasper. Ga and Misses Evelyn and Berta Hale, of Mil neprogressive conversation was a feature of the evening s pleas ure and the refreshments consis ted of cream and cake Among those present: Misses Sallie Mae Kennedy. Eve ' y " an o Marv Land, Helen Smith. Uavie Fletcher. Vera Jones. Nan Ham mond, Jessie Jones. Esta Garr, Tanie Hammond; Messrs. Lee, Otis and Tommie Joe Hammond, Howard, Wilbur and Ralph Garr, Troy Compton, Elwood Thomas, Stillwell Ball, C. W. Woodward, Ashley Phinazee. Club Meeting. The Thursday Afternoon Bridge Club met this week with Mrs. J. D. Jones, when the usual num ber of members were present. Upon arrival the guests were served punch and later an ice course was served. Engagement of Miss Ethel Walthall and Mr. Louis An derson Wood is Announced Captain and Mrs. F. L. Wal thall, of this city, announce the engagement of their daughter, Ethel, and Mr. Louis Anderson Wood, of Carrollton, the marriage to take place in Jackson, July tenth. The above announcement will be received with pleasurable in terest by the many friends of the bride-to-be here. Personal charms and many admirable traits of character combine to make her a young woman whose friendship is eagerly sought. Although she has been away for the past few years, Jackson still claims her and a cordial interest centers around her approaching marriage. To Meet Mr. and Mrs. W. O. Ham Mr. and Mrs. S. 0. Ham have issued invitations for a reception next Tuesday evening in honor of Mr. and Mrs. William Otis Ham. whose marriage took place on June fifth, in Atlanta. Durden - Roberson Friends here are interested in the approaching marriage of Miss Pearl Durden, of Graymont, and Mr. R. C. Roberson, of Jackson ville, which takes place the lat ter part of this month. Miss Durden has been the guest of her sister, Mrs. T. H. Buttrill, on several occasions and is pleasant ly remembered. Mr. and Mrs. Buttrill will attend the wedding from here. Mayo-Norris Coming as a surprise to their friends was the marriage of Mrs. Lucy Mayo and Mr. H. E. Nor ris, which took place at Indian Spring Sunday. Mr. and Mrs. Norris are now in the city and are receiving the hearty congrat ulations of a large number of friends. The bride is the daugh ter of Mr. and Mrs. J. H. Thurs ton and Mr. Norris, formerly of Montezuma, Ga., has made his home in this city for the past few years. For Misses Andrews. A pretty morning party was that of Tuesday when Miss Helen Carmichael entertained a number of young ladies in honor of Miss es Mary and Dorothy Andrews, of Newark, N. J., the guests of Mrs. F. S. Etheridge. Absorb ing interest was manifested in the Forty-two games, at the con clusion of which a salad course was served. BUTTS COUNTY PROGRESS. PERSONAL Dr. J. W. Harper was in the city Wednesday. Mr. J. A. Leverette was in the city Saturday. Mr. J. J. Mapp was a promi nent visitor to the citv Saturday. Mr. R. D. Ogletree was among the visitors to the city Wednes day. Mr. J. D. Rambo, of Bluffton, is tfie guest of Col. and Mrs. W. E. Watkins. Smith Settle, Joel Mallet and Dave Spencer are at home from Emory college. Jim Newton has accepted a po sition at the Wigwam during the summer months. Miss Bessie Mitchell, of Griffin is expected in a few days to visit Mrs. W. L. Nutt. Mrs. T. J. Bailey, Miss Lillian Bailey and Merritt are at home from Wilmore. Ky. Dr. R. W. Mays is making a number of improvments to his residence on Second street. Dr. and Mrs. H. R. Slaton will lave apartments at the Pound residence on Third street. Ralph Pittman was over from Birmingham Wednesday, visiting iis mother, Mrs. Mary Pittman. Mrs. Elizabeth Currie’s friends will be sorry to know that she has been on the sick list this week. Mrs. W. M. Mallet, Mrs. J. W. Crum and Hugh Mallet attended commencement at Oxford this week. Misses Vera and Jessie Jones have returned from a visit to Mrs. J. D. McCullough in Stock bridge. Miss Lois Roberts and Mr. Kennith Roberts, of Savannah, are guests of Mr. and Mrs. M. C. Wright. Miss Nettie Rae Pittman is at home from Atlanta, where she has been for some time with Mrs. W. E. Cantrell. Mr. and Mrs. W. 0. Ham are expected home Sunday from their wedding trip in the mountains of North Carolina. Mr. and Mrs. Paul Baker and Miss Willis Smith, of Atlanta, will spend Sunday with Mr. and Mrs. S. O. Ham. Misses Annis and Estelle Gil more will spend the summer in Manatee, Fla., with their sister, Mrs. J. S. Terrar. Mrs. H. W. Copeland and chil dren went over to Griffin with Dr. Copeland Wednesday and were the guests of relatives. Miss Mary Jo Carmichael is at home from Statesboro, having completed her duties as teacher in the public schools of that city. Mr. 0. A. Pound was down from Knoxville a few days ago to attend the Pound-Slaton mar riage. He returned to Knoxville Monday. Mrs. J. S. Lewis and children, of Leary, are guests of Mrs. C. A. Butner. They will spend the summer at their home near In dian Spring. Misses Mary and Dorothy An drews, of Newark, N. J., who have been the much admired guests of Mrs. F. S. Etheridge, have returned home. Misses Florence Morrison and Willie Mae Carswell and Messrs. George Head and Smith Settle spent Tuesday at Dames Ferry with a camping party. Mrs. L. E. Fold, who has been spending some time with her sis ter, Mrs. Mary Pittman, left Sat urday for Mcßae to visit Mrs. A. A. McMillan. Mr. and Mrs. I. J. Slaughter, Misses Fannie and Viola Slaugh ter are in Levon, Florida, spend ing some time with Dr. and Mrs. T. K. Slaughter. Mrs. N. Freeman Land and little daughter, Marie, of St. Louis, are visiting the family of Mr. Jas. H. Land. They will be joined later by Mr. Land. Prof. W. P. Martin, who has elected as superintendent of the schools of Jackson, was a promi nent visitor to the city from Lawrenceville Wednesday. Mr. Troy Compton’s friends will be interested to learn that he will teach in Tennille this fall, having been elected as principal of the public schools there. Miss Rosa Newton returned Wednesday from Atlanta where she has been on a two weeks’ visit with Mrs. Charles Robison. She was entertained at a number of delightful affairs during her visit. Mr. and Mrs. Henry Godfrey, Miss Susie Matthews and Miss Patrick, of Atlanta, were guests Sunday of Mr. and Mrs. Paul Nolen. Miss Matthews remained for a visit of several weeks with Mrs. Nolen. Among those from here attend ing the Sixth District Medical Society meeting in Griffin Wed nesday were: Dr. J. Lee Byron, Dr. H. W. Copeland, Dr. A. H. Lillard, of Jackson, Dr. A. F. White, of Flovilla, and Dr. W. H. Steele, of High Falls. JACKSON BAPTIST CHURCH. SUNDAY, June 16. 11 a. m. Preaching by the Pastor, subject “The Home Mis sion Problem.” Bp. m. “Fit for the King dom.” 9:30 a. m. Bible'school. Have you visited the Pastor’s class? Come. 4p. m. Junior Union. The place for the boys and girls on Sunday afternoon. THE NEW CHURCH Mr. Head, architect, from At lanta, came Monday and looked over the site. It will not be long before we shall be able to pre sent drawings of a plant that will take the place of our present equipment, and we think it will be a thing of beauty and a joy to our church. With such before our eyes we think we will grow hungry for its realization, and get to work every one of us to do his part RESOLUTIONS ON LATE MR. 0. F. THAXTON God in his infinite wisdom call ed from earth to the great be yond our beloved brother, Dock F. Thaxton, on Febuary 15th, 1912, at the age of 55 years. He was possessed of a steady and a biding faith and trust in God as the great giver of every grace that makes for good to the child ren of men, and lover of the Lord his sufficient atonement. Brother Thaxton joined Liber ty Bapsist church while yet young and active, and for 23 years was a consistent member. He was always kind and gentle in words and in dealings with his fellow-men and chaste in his conversation, never allowing a word to pass his lips that could not have been spoken in the presence of a lady or child. Twelve years ago he was made a deacon, following a long line of church officials, running back to the first settlement of this and first church established in this county. On November 28th 1910, he was stricken with paral ysis and from that hour he was never able to speak an audible word. Be it resolved, That we bow in humble submission to the will of Him who doeth all things well; that we will endeavor to emulate his example in every good deed; That we feel the State and county have lost a noble and val uable citizen and our church and community a beloved and consis tent member. M. E. Washington, W. W. Leverette, C. F. Carter, Committee. CHAUTAUQUA NOW IN FULL FLEDGED SWING Began Tuesday Night And Will Close Monday Evening Next The Indian Spring chautauqua which opened Tuesday night for a week’s session, will close next Monday evening. The attractions are being fair ly well attended, everythiug be ing considered, arid it appears now that the association will make a success of the Chautau qua movement. The entertain ments are said to be pleasing all those who attend. Col. W. E. Watkins made the opening address Tuesday night. A number of Jackson people are attending the Chautauqua. Two or three balls have been arranged during the chautauqua and these are attracting a good many who otherwise probably would not attend. With good weather from now on it is thought the chautauqua will make a good showing. HARDEMAN, COVINGTON MAY BE CANDIDATES Number of Gentlemen Are Likely to Announce For Governor Following the withdrawal of T. G. Hudson from the race for governor, a number of other can didates are expected to throw their sombreros into the ring. Among those prominently spo ken of are Dr. L. G. Hardeman, of Commerce, Judge W. A. Cov ington, of Moultrie, and Attor ney General T. S. Felder, of Ma- con. Dr. Hardeman states he will give out his decision next Sunday or earlier. If Judge Covington runs for governor it will proba bly mean a revival of the prohi bition issue. In the meantime Hon. J. M| Slaton and Col. Joe Hill Hall are pressing their candidacy before the # voters. Of interest in political circles is the announcement that the Macon Telegraph will support Col. Hall,- the “gentleman from Bibb," who, among other things, is running on a platform of mov ing the capital to Macon, in the present campaign.
