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PAGE 4C THE JACKSON HERALD WEDNESDAY, MAY 8, 2013 REALTORS RAISE FUNDS The 1-85 North Relay for Life Team participated in Relay for Life April 26 and 27 at Hoschton Park. The team camped out overnight and took turns walking around the track to raise money and awareness to help the American Cancer Society create a world with less cancer and more birthdays. The 1-85 NBOR team earned over $1,200 in donations from various fundraisers and contributors. They also sold homemade ice cream at the event and raffled off a big screen TV courtesy of Terry Rathman, Direct Satellite TV. Team members included: Toni Lockwood and her daughter; Debbie Robinson; Deborah Burdette; Gina Thrailkill; Carol Smith; Stephanie and Tony Stapler; Bob Sosebee; and Crystal Weise. Author’s fascination with area history prompted Georgia Gold series Confederate Memorial Day ceremony held in Spencer Park THIS Spring the release of Denise Weimer’s “Sautee Shadows,” the first of a four-book series that links antebellum Georgia’s coast and mountains from the time of the Georgia Gold Rush through The War Between the States, will hit the bookstands. The public is invited to meet the author, the former Denise Short of Jackson County, at Fort Hollingsworth-White’s “A Day at the Fort Celebration,” Saturday, May 25, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Weimer will be on hand to discuss the series and sign copies of the novel. She will also be directing two demonstrations of mid-1800s dance. During her residence in Habersham County, Weimer became fascinated with the historical buildings that surrounded her, and when well- known regional historian and artist John Kollock offered his help with her future research (after reading a novella she had published), she eagerly accepted. She then began crafting a story about “the summer people” like Kollock’s ancestors, coastal tycoons who had in the 1800s built fanciful mountain retreats near Clarkesville. She wanted to show how their lives mingled with those of the hardy pioneers and Cherokee Indians. Weimer discovered that never before had a historical fiction novel been written about the area. In “Sautee Shadows,” the lives of four families intertwine through romance, adventure and murder. The novel introduces three main characters: Jack Randall, the son of a wealthy shipping magnate who abhors slavery and longs to return to his original homeplace in New York; Mahala Franklin, a beautiful young woman who endures prejudice and rejection because she is half-white and half-Cherokee; and Dev Rousseau, a true Southerner who plans to enter the military if the perceived war between the North and South becomes reality. When Jack purchases a hotel in Clarkesville, he enters into direct competition with The Franklin Hotel and the spirited granddaughter of the owner, whose life revolves around unraveling the mystery of her father's murder and missing gold. Weimer hopes the series will appeal to men as well as women since it details the business of the shipping industry of the coastal southern states and the military action of the war. So far the reviews have been very positive, C.T. French, of Midwest Reviews says, “Chocked full of history, with dialogue true to the time, characters that intrigue and beguile, and what promises to be an adventurous and exciting journey, this is certain to be an interesting, entertaining series.” Paul Yarbrough of Southern Literary Review says, “An exciting historical novel, its roots are in the forced emigration of southeastern tribes and the story expanding into mystery as the Union divides.” “Sautee Shadows” received a limited hardcover release as book one of a trilogy in December 2010, under a different publisher. Now under the auspices of Canterbury House Publishing, which features quality Southeastern fiction and is distributed by John F. Blair, the novel appears in soft cover. Book two of the Georgia Gold Series, “The Gray Divide,” will be released Sept. 1. “The Crimson Bloom” and “Bright as Gold” will follow starting in 2014. Kollock’s exclusive cover art will be featured throughout the series. Weimer is a native resident of Georgia. She earned her journalism degree with a minor in history from Asbury University and graduated magna cum laude. She is the author of romantic novella, “Redeeming Grace,” and her magazine articles about Northeast Georgia have appeared in numerous regional publications. Weimer is also a wife and the mother of two young daughters, a life-long living historian, and for many years directed a mid-1800s dance group, The 1860s Civilian Society of Georgia. She now resides in Watkinsville. “Sautee Shadows,” book one of the Georgia Gold Series is available nationally in bookstores and online retailers as of April 1. Canterbury House Publishing, ISBN: 978- 0-9829054-8-7, trade soft cover. $15.95. For more information about the Georgia Gold Series visit http://deniseweimerbooks.webs. com and www.canterburyhousepublishing. com. Locally, the novel may be purchased at Books With A’Peal in Cornelia. Copies will be $15 at Fort Hollingsworth, which is located just off Highway 441 between Cornelia and WEIMER Subscribe for just $24.95 for 52 issues Call 706-367-5233 today SPENCER Park in downtown Commerce was the setting for the annual ceremony commem orating Confederate Memorial Day, hosted by the J.E.B. Stuart Chapter of the United Daughters of the Confederacy held Saturday, April 27. “The Commerce U.D.C chapter strives to preserve our Southern heritage and honor the veterans of the War Between the States, as well as veterans of more recent conflicts, by bestow ing military service awards at this event,” organizers state. “Under threat of rain, more than 80 guests joined their hostesses to pay tribute to their Confederate ancestors and their families who sacrificed in America’s bloodiest war to uphold our Constitution’s pledge to preserve our inalien able rights of ‘Life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness,’ as reiterated by keynote speaker, Darrell Huckaby.” Following a welcome by chap ter president, Annabel Seltzer, the ceremony began with prayer by the Rev. Donald Wilson. Secretary, Janice Watson, lead the assembly in pledges to the U.S. and Georgia flags, with a salute to the Confederate flag. Vice-president, Shirley Wilson, recognized special guests and friends of the chap ter, veterans in attendance, State Representative Tommy Benton and two long-standing members who are “Real granddaughters of Confederate Veterans,” sisters Lessie Benton and Susie Davis, mourning the loss of another dur ing the past year, Gwen Johnson. The president and recorder of Military Service Awards, Joy Barnes, officiated a mili tary service award bestow al ceremony. Two Crosses of Military Service were awarded posthumously to the families of Charles G. Wheeler, U.S. Army, who received the World War II cross. His Confederate ancestor was Roan Wheeler of Co. H, 13 lh Georgia Infantry. A Vietnam Cross was presented for the ser vice of Connie Lee Evans, U.S. Navy. His Confederate ancestor was Pvt. James Monroe Evans of Co. D. 22 nd Regiment. S.C. Volunteers. A National Defense Medal for Vietnam was presented to Thomas David Mann. U.S. Army, whose Confederate ances tor was Edwin J. Mann of Co. H. 38 th Regiment, Georgia Infantry. A special UDC Recorder General’s Certificate of Appreciation was awarded to Charles Brown Mathis, U.S. Army, whose Confederate ances tor was Caleb Garrison of Co. E, 34 th Ga. Regiment. Chapter Certificates of Appreciation were awarded to friends of the chapter, Donald Wilson, James Mathis, and Marty Seltzer, who are always available to help when called upon, leaders state. The assembly joined Julie Dixon in an a’ capella rendi tion of “America the Beautiful” and Registrar/Historian Lisa Kennedy introduced the keynote speaker for the afternoon: syndi cated columnist, historian, edu cator, author, and radio personal ity, Darrell Huckaby of Conyers, by way of Porterdale. Huckaby spoke of the impor tance of family and the legacy of Southern civil disobedience as a Constitutionally sanctioned duty, and the sacred duty of passing it along in a historically correct manner to our children. A consummate storyteller, he inter spersed the history lesson with humorous accounts of his travels in the north and his experiences at the University of Georgia, “hallowed be thy name”... Following the keynote address, treasurer Betty Ann Mathis placed a memorial wreath on the park’s Confederate monu ment and the assembly joined in singing “Dixie.” A rifle salute was given by the 43 rd Georgia Volunteers Honor Guard re-enactors, a presence providing authenticity at this annual event. The program concluded with a performance of “Taps" by Donovan Morris. The assembly was dismissed to enjoy refreshments and visit with Huckaby, who was avail able to sign copies of his books and CD's. This event was dedicated to the memory of SCV member and friend of the chapter, Randy Evans, who was often proud to serve as color guard at this annu al ceremony. TO SUBMIT SOCIAL NEWS TO TH^ JACKSON HERALD THE Jackson Herald welcomes the submission of social news events, including engagement, wedding and birth announcements. Here’s how to have your news published Engagements: Photos and informa tion may be submitted by e-mail to katie@mainstreetnews.com or mailed to The Jackson Herald, P.O. Box 908 Jefferson, GA 30549. Photos may be color or black and white and if submit ted by e-mail should be the largest file size available and sent in a .tiff or .jpg format. Submissions can include a writ ten account of the event or provide the essential information so a staff writer can generate the story. All submissions should have contact information of the sender. Submitted stories will be limited to 500 words, and all submissions are subject to editing for style, grammar and length. Weddings: Photos and informa tion may be submitted by e-mail to katie@mainstreetnews.com or mailed to The Jackson Herald, P.O. Box 908, Jefferson, GA 30549 within five months after the wedding date. Photos may be color or black and white and if submit ted by e-mail should be the largest file size available and sent in a .tiff or .jpg format. Submissions can include a writ ten account of the event or provide the essential information so a staff writer can generate the story. All submissions should have contact information of the sender. Submitted stories will be limited to 500 words, and all submissions are subject to editing for style, grammar and length. Birth announcements: informa tion may be submitted by e-mail to katie@mainstreetnews.com or mailed to The Jackson Herald, P.O. Box 908, Jefferson, GA 30549 within five months after the birth date. In addi tion to the baby’s name, information should include the weight and length of the child at birth and names and cit ies of residence of the parents, grand parents and living great-grandparents. All submissions should include con tact information of the sender. Other social news: Copy and pho tographs of other social events, includ ing but not limited to major wedding anniversaries (25th, 50th, etc.), class reunions, items from civic or social clubs are also welcome and may be sent by e-mail to katie@mainstreet- news.com or mailed to The Jackson Herald, P.O. Box 908, Jefferson, GA 30549. Photos may be color or black and white and if submitted by e-mail should be the largest file size avail able and sent in a .tiff or .jpg format. Submissions can include a written account of the event or provide the essential information so a staff writer can generate the story. All submis sions should have contact information of the sender. Arts group plans special fundraiser THE Hoschton Heritage Arts Council will host “Redo,” a fundraising event on Saturday, June 8, beginning at 6:30 p.m. at the Hoschton Heritage Arts Center. The event will include food, drinks, a photo booth, entertainment and a live and silent auction. According to Astra Graham, one of the organizers, “Probably the most fun will be what people are wearing. You need to find something old or redone. You can shop the thrift stores and put together an ensemble and have fun doing so. An award will be given for the best costume.” “The food, decor and entertainment will be a mixture of items from potluck pork and beans, stylish Junk Gypsies and a rowdy Texas hootenanny,” states Robbie Bettis, an organizer. Two competitive events are part of the big event including a Painted Furniture and a Repurpose Event. Cash awards will be given for first, second and third place in each event and the items entered in the competition become the property of the HHAC and will be auctioned at Redo. For more information on the competitions, visit www. hoschtonheritageartscouncil. com. The Arts Council members are seeking items for the live and silent auctions. Bettis states, “We hope the local businesses and artists/artisans will donate items. We will gladly pick up the items or they may be delivered to the Braselton Antique Mall or Auction Ventures.” The organizers are selling tickets for Redo for $30 for members. $35 for nonmembers and a discount is offered for purchasing six tickets at $175. The deadline is June 1. Phone 770-540-1099 or email hhac55@yahoo.com for tickets. Benefit planned for Braden Knebel A BENEFIT will be held June 1 at 2 p.m. at the Skate A-Rama USA in Commerce for Braden Knebel of Jefferson. He is the son of Matt and Michelle Knebel. His father is a fireman with Jefferson. Braden was born on December 7, 2009, he has already underwent three heart surgeries. Braden was diagnosed with Restrictive Cardiomyopathy in July 2012. The doctors at Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta at Egleston have recommended a life-saving heart transplant. An estimated $50,000 is being raised by volunteers to help cover the expenses. The fun draiser will include skating, a dunk booth, cake walk and other activities. Hamburger and hot dog plates will be sold. Advance meal plates will be $5 per plate and will include one hamburger or two hot dogs, chips, drink and dessert. All proceeds will go to help Braden and his family. Historical society to meet May 19 THE Jackson County Historical Society will meet at the Rockwell Masonic Lodge on Sunday, May 19. at 2:30 p.m. Rockwell Lodge secre tary, Doug Easter, will speak about the Mason’s history and contributions. All Masons in Jackson County are invited to attend. Directions to Rockwell Masonic Lodge: 111 Hall Street (Broad and Hall) in Hoschton, 1.5 miles East of 1-85 on SR 53: turn right on Broad Street at Larry’s Garage in the middle of town at City Hall Square and the lodge is at the second stop sign on the left. For more information, call Tina 706-207-6889.
