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The Jackson Herald By Holder & Williamson REUNIONS OF CONFED ERATE VETERANS Some days ago a pathetic but beautiful scene was enacted in a de pot of a great Georgia city. A Con federate veteran from North Caro lina was returning from the Con federate veterans reunion in Missis sippi. He had as his traveling com panion a young man, presumably his grandson. When the veteran walk ed, the young man was by his side, but did not hold his arm. When the veteran sat down, there was the young man, also. When they ate, the young man ordered the food and let the old hero have anything for his meal he wished. No mother ever cared for her child more ten derly and lovingly than this young man did the weak and tottering one robed in his gray uniform. Next year a reunion of the Gray and Blue in Gettysburg will probably be the last gathering in one place of the Confederate veterans. Their passing fills the heart with emotions of genuine sorrow. t t t Well do we remember the first reunion we ever attended. % Years ago, at Cartersville, the members of the 18th Georgia Regiment held their annual reunion. It was our great honor to be the companion of Judge H. W. Bell and Messrs. J. L. Williamson, John M. Wilhite, H. C. Barnett and R. P. Potter. In going to this gathering of the sons of the South, we spent the night in the Markham House, in Atlanta. The next morning we boarded a special train in Atlanta. It seems there was a designated gate in the old Car Shed for the entrance to the train of the soldiers, arid when we at tempted to pass, the gate keeper stopped us. Mr. John M. Wilhite was just in front, and he looked at the gate keeper and said, “What do you mean, stopping this man? Let him through the gate.” “But,” the the answer was, “I cannot do it, for this gate is exclusively for the use of veterans.” Whereupon, Mr. Wil hite said, “Go on, open the gate and let him in. Can’t you see he is wearing a badge of the 18th, and is a member today of that regiment?” The man smiled, opened the gate, and we passed through. tit At Cartersville a certain space was roped in exclusively for the veterans to partake of the bounteous repast provided them. So afraid were these five men that we would not be admitted with them, that when we reached the entrance we were com pletely surrounded. Judge Bell was just in front of us, Mr. Wilhite on one side, and Mr. Barnett on the other; and Messrs. Williamson and Potter pushing us along. No effort was made by this gate keeper to prevent oui - entrance to the soldiers feast table, and what a glad and joyous day that was. t t t Dr. William H. Felton was the orator of the day. W T hen he arose to speak we were surprised; yes, dumfounded. His head was as white as snow, his hands were shaky, and his body seemed weak and feeble, and he rested one hand on a walk ing cane. He appeared so feeble that it did not seem possible for him to make a speech. Soon, however, he warmed up; his body became steady, his voice strong, and he made an eloquent address. Dr. Felton lived a number of years after this reunion. For several years one of the hap py events of our lives each year was to attend not only reunions of this brave and historic 18th Georgia Regiment, but other reunions. Af ter returning home from the Uni versity, an invitation was extended to us to deliver an address at a re union of the men of the sixties. The invitation thrilled us, and we searched many books for beautiful and appropriate tributes to the men who wore the gray. We gathered choice thoughts and poetic language from Procter Knott, George F. Pierce, Henry W. Grady, John Tem > pie Graves and others, injecting a very few thoughts of our own. The speech was well memorized, and de livered with earnestness. The veter ans seemed pleased, and would oc casionally applaud. Just before the conclusion of the speech there was a SINGLE COPY 5c part that was home-made—impromp tu, if you please. t t t It was about in this language, “Heroes of the ‘Lost Cause,’ this morning we read in a daily paper where a Confederate veteran had been incarcerated in a town look-up because he had indulged too much his appetite and fell by the way side. Opposed as we are with all earnestness to the use of intoxicants, yet reading about what had been done to him made our heart burn with indignation. For four years he lived on half enough to eat; was of ten cold, because so thinly clad; was often thirsty and sick, but kept fighting for our sakes. When he unfortunately indulged too much his appetite he should not have been put in prison, but in a hotel, or in the home of some good citizen, and on a soft and downy bed, and there tenderly cared for until he recover ed. Noah passed through such a terrible experience and ordeal just after the flood, but he was excul pated for taking too much on that one occasion. If any class of men on this old earth who will be par doned in Heaven for yielding to this temptation, it is the men who followed the silken and sun-kissed flag of the ‘Lost Cause’ until that sad and solemn morn at Appomat tox, when it was furled in war for the last time. God forbid that an other veteran should ever suffer such an indignity as this one.” t t t During this part of the speech in tense silence prevailed. Every sol dier had his eyes rivited upon us; and after we gave expression to the above sentiments there was thunder ous applause, and a genuine rebel yell reveberated all about. The speech was soon concluded, and many a veteran there that day (fame to us and thanked us, tears at the same time rolling down their cheeks; There was deep emotion in their voices when they would say, “That was one of the best speeches that I ever heard at a reunion. What you said about that soldier is just exact ly right.” It was the only part of the speech for which congratulations were given, or that was ever men tioned. The Confederate veterans never failed to manifest their good will and friendship for us every time they had an opportunity. See ing the veteran of the cause that rose without shame, and fell with out dishonor, returning from the assemblage of the remaining few in Mississippi recalled memories of Auld Lang Syne just recounted above. The passing of these heroes from earth’s scenes fills the hearts of all lovers of patriotism with emotions of melancholy. Nearly all are asleep in death. The five above named men, for whom we entertained senti ments of friendship and adoration greater than language can express, have also bid eternal farewell to the things of time to dwell in eterni ty. Never, never can we forget their deep manifestation of interest in our well being from our youth until the summons came to them to join the innumerable caravan that moves to that mysterious realm where each must occupy a chamber in the silent halls of death. When shall we see their like again? The poet said in language impressive and sublime— “On fame’s eternal camping ground Their silent tents are spread, And glory guards with solemn round The bivouac of their dead.” The soldiers of the Lost Cause are nearly all gone, but their talor and courage live after them. “But strew their ashes to the wind Whose sword or voice has served mankind — And are they dead whose glorious mind lifts thine on high? To live in hearts they leave behind is not to die.” The typical American eats more than a ton of food a year. In his diet are 62 pounds of beef, 12 pounds of coffee, 102 pounds of sugar, 177 pounds of white flour, 17 pounds of butter, 167 pounds of fresh fruit, 18 dozen eggs, 100 pounds of potatoes and 918 pounds of milk. JEFFERSON, Jackson County, Georgia. Vacation Reading Club Organized For Summer The Vacation Reading Club has been organized. The WPA Library at Martin Institute has received a shipment of 100 books from the Georgia Library Commission. This is a splendid collection, and there are three groups, Primary, grades 1 to 3; Elementary, grades 4 to 6; and Juniors, grades 7 to 11. Club certificates will be issued to each child who reads and reports on 10 standard books during the sum mer, and a gold star certificate will be awarded to any child reading as many as 25 books. A report of the books read, the name of contestant, age and school grade must be sent in before certificates can be issued. An ordinary note-book may be used, or a special note-book for this pur pose may be ordered for 5 cts. The report includes author of book, title, date the book was begun; date finish ed, what was liked best in the book, and where the book was obtained. The completed note-books are to be handed in to the librarian. The children do not necessarily have to read and report on these particular books. The books read may be their own, or borrowed else where. The only requirement is that the books must be standard. This reading should prove not only enjoyable, but helpful in improving the reading ability of those enter ing, and an aid in appreciation of good books. Any one who is inter ested may join at any time during the summer. The library is open every day but Saturday, 8 to 12 a. m.; 1 to 3 p. m. Below is a partial list of the new books. The names of the others will be printed later. Alcott, Under The Lilacs. Altsherel, Scouts of Stonewall. Anderson, Mermaid and other Stories. Ball, Star Land. Barrie, Peter and Wendy. Bourgeois, Beachcomber Bobbie. Brook, Johnny Crows Garden. Browm, Crazy Quilt. Burgess, Mother West Winds Ani mal Friends. Burnett, Little Lord Fountleroy. Canfield, Understand Betsy. Carter, Lion and Tiger Stories. Cody, Adventuries of Buffalo Bill. Cox, Brownies Around the World. Degroot, When I was a girl in Holland. Eastman, Smoky Days Wigman Evenings. Gibson, Zula Trail. King, Kees. Knipe, Maid of ’76. Lear, Nonsense Book. McDonald, Mauel in Mexico. Major, Bears of Blue River. Major, When Knighthood was in Flower. Mathews, Boy Scouts Own Book. Otis, Toby Tyler. EAST SIDE CHOIR MET AT JEFFERSON Sunday afternoon, June 20, the East Side Choir assembled with the Presbyterian Church, Jefferson, with representatives from the counties of Jackson, Banks, Barrow, Madison and others. North Carolina was represented in the person of W. A. Patton of Charlotte. The following program was enjoyed by the attend ants: Opening song: L. E. Patton, Pres. Prayer: Milton Sanders. Arranging Committee: S. W. Lord, John Lord Leaders: Jewett Barnett, B. F. Wallace, Clifton Barnett, A. E. Yonce. , Lecture: Milton Sanders. Leaders: Claud Venable, Lester Howington, W. A. Patton, Jack Wil banks, Miss Helen Wilson. Solo: “Alone,” by Miss Helen Wil son. Leaders: Bill Langford, Miss Francis Grizzle. Trio: “Walking in the King’s Highway,” L. E. Patton, Lester Howington, Miss Francis Grizzle. Leaders: W. L. Green, Miss Mae Hendrix, L. R. Sheridan, 0. R. Griz zle. Quartettes: “Daniel Prayed,” and “A New Born Feeling in my Heart,” W. L. Green, 0. R. Grizzle, Miss Francis Grizzle, Mrs. Louise Morgan. Trio: “My Home Up There,” Misses Louise Jones, Margarette and Jamie Lou Minish. Leader: Mrs. Louise Morgan. Duet: “Called to Rest,” Miss U. D. C. Chapter Met With Mrs. Ethel Hancock The June meeting of the Jefferson Chapter, U. D. C., met at the home of Mrs. Ethel Hancock on Wednes day afternoon, with Mrs. Clifford Storey and Miss Ella Dickson co hostesses. The meeting opened with the chapter song, followed by the Ritual and the salute to the Confederate and American’’ flags. Mrs. J. C. Bennett presided over the business meeting. The treasur er reported $28.41 in treasury at present. Mrs. Jack Murphy was elected as a delegate to the conven tion, which meets in Macon in Octo ber. Mrs. J. D. Escoe read a letter re ceived from Mrs. Joe Pruitt of the Confederate Soldiers Home, thank ing the Jefferson Chapter for the boxes of candy and cakes sent the home. The program chairman asked that a copy of the History of Jackson County, by the late G. J. N. Wilson, be purchased to be used as program material for future chapter meet ings. Mrs. George Bailey gracious ly consented to present a copy to the chapter. The president closed the business meeting by requesting that all chair men have complete yearly reports ready to be submitted at the Sep tember meeting. The program was on Jackson County, and was as follows: Formation of Jackson County, Mrs. J. C. Bennett. The County and Its Inhabitants, Mrs. J. D. Escoe. Origin of Old Jug Tavern, Mrs. Effie Flanigan. Piano Solo, To Spring, Sally Bry an. Some Early Day History of Jack son County, Mrs. Jack Murphy. A Tribute to Crawford W. Long, Miss Beth Bailey. Adjournment followed at the con clusion of the program, and the hos tesses served delicious refreshments. Those present, were: Mesdames Effie Flanigan, L. B. Isbell, Ethel Hancock, Jack Murphy, J. D. Escoe, George W. Bailey, W. D. Holliday, J. C. Bennett, Clifford Storey, Miss es Beth Bailey, Sally Bryan, Miriam Bennett, Vennie Barnett. The Warm Springs Endow ment Fund Georgia’s first campaign for the Warm Springs endowment was held in January. Its success largely was nullified by the Red Cross campaign to relieve the flood emergency in Ohio and Kentucky. The second campaign seeking to raise the re mainder of the endowment is now in progress and committees are at work in a statewide drive. Three counties early over-subscribed their quotas. They were: Muscogee, Chattooga and Troup counties. Every citizen of Georgia is being urged to contribute to this cam paign which means so much to the state. The U. S. Department of Agricul ture estimates that several import ant insect pests, such as the grass hopper, chinch bug, and fruit aphidfT are getting under way more slowly this year throughout the nation as a whole. On the other hand, many worms that feed on crops are out in great numbers and already have done much damage, particularly in the Southeast. Francis Grizzle and Mrs. Louise Morgan. Welcome: John H. Lord. Collection: $1.28. Leader: Miss Grace Yonce. Quartette: “God Put a Rainbow in the Clouds,” Lester Howington, Miss Francis Grizzle, W. L. Green, O. R. Grizzle. Invitation received from Berea Baptist Church to meet with the an nual all-day singing the third Sun day in July. Accepted. Leaders: Sam Lord, J T. Nunn, W. B. Wilson, Mrs. Hoyt Hendrix. Pianists: L. E. Patton, Miss Mae Hendrix, Miss Helen Wilson, W. L. Green, Mrs. Louise Morgan, Miss Francis Grizzle, Ross Ellison. ' Closing song: Trio: “This Un friendly World,” L. E. Patton, Lest er Howington, Miss Francis Grizzle. Benediction—S. W. Lord. L. E. Patton, Pres. Jewett Barnett, Sec’y. Thursday, June 24, 1937. COUNTY AGENT’S COLUMN County Canning Plant We are anxious to begin the op eration of the county canning plant at once. We would like to have those who wish to have vegetables canned to call or write our office for an appointment. We will begin op eration when we have enough pro duce to fill at least two hundred cans each day. The cost to each person is 5c for three pound cans, and 4c for two pound cans. The canning plant furnishes the cans and part of the labor at these prices. If you have string beans to can, be sure to snap and string them before you bring them to the plant; the same is true of other vegetables, such as peas, etc. Corn should be gathered from the field and brought to the plant the same day. Corn must be pre pared at the plant. Tomatoes and peaches can be prepared at the plant. All peas and butter beans should be shelled. Please list your vegetables with us just as soon as possible, in order that we may serve you just as soon as possible. t t t A Few Poultry Tip* The poultry raiser needs to take special precautions with his flock during hte summer, as well as other seasons. We are offering some sug gestions for this time of the year. You are advised particularly that poultry houses be open on at least one side, with ventilators or wind ows below and above the dropping boards at the rear of the house be- ing desirable. ff Plenty of shade is essential for growing stock, and that it is well to keep feed and cool water in this shade, or better still, under a roof, so as to protect them from the weather. The value of cleanliness in combatting coccidiosis and other poultry diseases is well known. Well drained soil in the yards will help to prevent disease. Chicks can be successfully vacci nated for chicken pox when only a day old. It is not desirable to vac cinate at ages under six weeks. Vaccinating younger chicks often results in heavier mortality and con sequently more culls. Now’ is the best time to start cull ing the flock, particularly the early molters or any hens that go broody or quit laying. To farmers who plan to market their eggs, the county agent offers further advice. The quality of eggs for market may be improved by removing all males from the flock, gathering the eggs at least twice a day in wire baskets, and holding them overnight in a cool cellar be fore packing them in cases It is advisable to send eggs to market twice a week, or more often if possi ble. Farmer* ‘Warned To Watch Out For Potato Beetle Farmers of this county should be on their guard against the Gray- Blister beetle, which has already done considerable damage to potato crops in some sections of the state. These insects can enter a potato field and almost completely destroy it within a few days. Farmers should make daily inspections of their potato crops, to determine the presence or absence of the beetle. When beetles are found to be present among the potato plants, you should apply a poison spray to kill them at once. The recommend ed treatment consists of a mixture of three parts of hydrated lime to one part of arsenate of lead. This poison, if applied soon after the beetles enter the field, will save the potato crops. A description of this insect is as follows: The Gray-Blister beetle is of a bluish-gray color, about one inch or less in length, with a small, round body. This pest eats the leaves of the potato plant, leaving the stem practically bare. The beetle favors Irish potatoes, but will also attack other crops. This type of beetle appears each year about this time and remains only a few weeks. They usually do a negligible amount of damage, but appeared in larger numbers this spring because of the comparatively mild winter in this state. J. W. JACKSON, County Agricultural Agent. Billy Bennett Dye is spending this week in Athens. Vol. 61. No. 47. Social Security Setup For Georgia Lamar Murdaugh, Public Welfare Director, announced an official list Friday of county welfare boards be* administer Georgia’s Social Security laws. The five member boards for each’ county were recommended by com missioners of their respective coun ties for approval by the state agen cy. The board members for Jackson county are R. S. Johnson, J. Nat Harrison, W. H. Deavors, Dr. L. C. Allen, James J. Harber. In a number of instances, the board failed to approve some of those recommended and inserted, substitutions which Murdaugh said “We hope the county commissioners will accept in a spirit of co-oper ation.” He announced also he was calling on the county commissioners to have their boards meet immediately and elect welfare directors who will meet the requirements laid down by the- Social Security Board in Washing ton. Murdaugh explained that after county boards select a local director this director must make application* for employment to the state board.. The state department will investi gate the qualifications of the appli cant and those found satisfactory will be recommended to the Federal Social Security Board for employ ment “in the social security set upi of Georgia.” Qualifications for directors vary according to the population of the* counties in which they work. The basic requirements for 144 counties coming under the same classification are: “1. Four years of college educa tion, and three months training in a. school of social work, or: “A year or more successful fulf time employment in social work, or; “At least two years fulltime em ployment in an allied professional field which requfres similar ability to social work may be substituted for two of the four years of college. *2. Graduation from an accredit ed senior high school may be ac cepted if there has been at least two full years of successful employment within the last five years in a family welfare or relief agency, the quality of whose work will meet the require ments of the State Department of Public Welfare. , Bids Opened For $1,750,000 In Road Construction * Bids were opened Friday by the State Highway Board on road and bridge construction projects involv ing expenditure of more than sl,- 750,000 of federal and state funds. Another letting of contracts wilt be held July 2 on projects intended to complete allocation of all 193 ff federal funds, which otherwise-, would lapse and be lost to the state> of Georgia. Amopg the projects at Friday’s letting were: Jackson County—.3os miles of" paved road and 4.571 miles of grad ed road on the Commerce-Athens highway. W. L. Florence Construc tion Company, Powder Springs, $69,- 181.53. Barrow County—4.o34 miles of graded road and one bridge on the Monroe-Winder Highway. New Winder Lumber Company, $65,- 062.38. Gwinnett and Walton Counties— -8.336 miles of surfacing on the Lo ganville-Snellville road. Sam E. Finley and A. P. Milam, $198,218.- 08. Hall County—3.soß milles of pav ed road on the Dawsonville-Gaines ville Highway. W. L. Cobb Con struction Company, Decatur, sllO,- 545,83. Widows On New Pension List Approximately six additional Con federate veterans’ widows will, be come pensioners from Jackson coun ty under the recently passed consti tutional amendment authorizing pay ment to all widows who married Confederate soldiers prior to Janu ary 1, 1920. This estimate was made by Judge W. W. Dickson, County Ordinary, who expects ter receive application blanks for these pensioners at an. early date. ,