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THURSDAY. DECEMBER 29. 2016 PICKENS COUNTY PROGRESS PAGE 5A J \ From the Progress files Turning Back The V / December 15, 1899 T.S. McKiney, the insur ance man, has just written Hon. Carter Tate’s new dwelling and also P.M. Tate’s cotton factory. Tuesday morning at Tate an accident happened that caused the death of C. Beavers and the serious in jury of H. Dreskell. The two men were working on the yard at the Georgia Marble Works when a pile of slab marble that had been stacked up, slide over on them, instantly killing Beavers and crushing the leg of Dreskell. The weight of the pile of marble was on Beavers from about his knees to his head and it is not thought a whole bone was left in his body. No one saw the marble fall and no cause can be given. Messengers were hurriedly sent for Drs. Baber, and McClain and telegrams sent to Dr. F.C. Rhiehaids, at Jasper, and Dr. A.M.F. Hawkins, at Ball Ground. Dreskell’s leg was amputated and he was get ting along well when last heard from. Beavers’ leaves a wife and child. Dreskell was a single man. an enrollment of 695 pupils and 44 teachers. These are conducted at Jasper, Tate, Marble Hill, Nelson, Hin ton, Harmony School House, and Alice School House. Edgar Wheeler saw a “buggar” Sunday night up near the Hood School House about a mile from town. He says it was about the size of a grey hound. It was not at all afraid of him or his horse. Lester Barrett cut his foot pretty badly down at Rhynes Gin last Thursday. He was chopping some wood when the axe slipped and his tow [sic. toe] was pretty badly cut. AStAH &ul6tfCE Fine Chinese, Thai, Japanese Restaurant Sushi • Sake Beer • Wine 744 Noah Dr. Jasper, GA Mountain Highland Tel: 706-253-1155 Fax: 706-253-1105 In the county, there are now ten organized Sunday Schools in the county with Mrs. Jno. Freeman of Talking Rock, was visiting her daughter, Mrs. W.C. McClain in Jasper the first of the week. A few gallons of our North Georgia moonshine liquor should be sent over to the Philippino army and after drinking it they would whip each other and save the United States a lot of money. Hilliard Mayfield had a house covering last Friday but didn’t get his house cov ered. Between the Bookends By Emma Ingle, Pickens County Librarian Library Closing The Pickens County Li brary and all other libraries in the Sequoyah Regional Li brary System will be closed on Sunday, January 1st, 2017 for New Year’s Day. The Pickens Library will be opened on Monday, January 2nd. Anytime-Anywhere Book Club No meetings, no dead lines, just good books. Stop by to pick up a copy of this month’s book Hotel on the Corner of Bitter and Sweet by Jamie Ford or choose a read-alike. Discussion ques tions and bonus material will also be available if you wish to do more than just read the book. The Book Club is for the month of January (1st through the 31st). To request a copy or for more information please con tact Pickens County Library at 706-692-5411. BINGO Monday, January 2nd at 3 p.m., join us for an afternoon of fun playing BINGO for the chance to win inexpen sive game prizes. Light re freshments will be served. This program is targeted to adults of all ages. For more information, please contact Pickens County Library at 706-692-5411. LEGO Club Youth of all ages are in vited to build LEGO master pieces, on Tuesday, January 3rd at 3:30 p.m. All LEGOs are provided by the library. At the end of the Club, cre ations will be put on display in the library. DUPLO blocks will be available for our youngest patrons. Chil dren 9 and under must be ac companied by an adult. Tolkien Birthday Bash You are invited, Tuesday, January 3rd, at 6 p.m., to a party of special magnifi cence! Misses Brooke and Katie request the pleasure of the company of patrons of Refresh yourself in the new year (StatePoint) Want to update and improve yourself for the New Year? A few top-to- bottom tweaks can help you look and feel your best Update Staples Staples and basics don’t need to change with the sea sons, however it’s important to update these elements when they’re worn out, no longer fit, or are simply out dated. Evaluate your shoes, bags, jackets with these crite ria in mind and replace any items as needed. If there are items that you love that are in disrepair but you can’t imagine parting with, take this opportunity to re-sole and shine those shoes and replace that lost button. You’ll improve these items’ usefulness and breathe new life into them. You’H also look more put together once these items are refurbished. Look Back Refreshing your look doesn’t necessarily mean going ultra-modem. Some times a vintage look can make a bigger statement. Ac cessorize with a timepiece that is elegant, classic and will never go out of style. It will serve as a nice comple ment to any outfit, whether you’re headed to work or going to a party. To combine style with precision, consider the A168WG-9VT from the Casio Vintage Collection, which has a sleek gold col ored band and a digital dis play. Get Groomed A new haircut can do wonders. Even if you’re growing your hair long, a JtOCCO'S JSfeW 'y’e&Tg Celebrate with Fans of Vinyl Band 2:00-6:00 Colin Alvarez Band },cv* 8 til Midnight n J www.faubook.cov^/roccos^ub 47 Mountainside Village Parkway {Right off 515) Jasper, GA 30143 706-253-1900 adults and teens in the cele bration of J.R.R. Tolkien’s 125th birthday at Pickens County Library on the hill on Tuesday the 3rd of January. No admittance except on party business! Registration is required. For more infor mation, please contact Pick ens County Library at 706-692-5411. Story Time Come join us, for Story Time, Thursday January 5th for Story Time. Lapsit-story time starts at 10:30 a.m., and is designed for children ages 1-3. Family Story time is also on January 5th at 3:30 p.m., and all ages are invited. Just a mouse click away www.pickensprogress.com trim can make you look pol ished and groomed. Not only that, it eliminates split ends and keeps hair healthy. For extra edge, men may want to consider indulging in a pro fessional shave while they are at the barber. Follow a Trend Take a cue from the color experts and add a few items to your wardrobe with Pan tone’s Color of the Year for 2017, “Greenery.” A yellow- green hue evocative of spring, this color can add a bright element to your look and is totally on-trend. By looking back and look ing ahead, you can get in spired to update your look for a new year. Free Classes for Expectant Mothers January 21, January 28, February 4, February 11 All classes from 10 a.m. until noon Topics include: • Nutrition • Childbirth • New-Born Care • Breastfeeding Each person who attends all classes is eligible for great gifts like strollers, swings and cribs, carseats, etc. All class attendees will receive $20 in “baby bucks” Angel Babies Store Space is limited, so make reservations soon by calling 706-253-6303 and ask for Robie OR visit our website, www.babyontheway.org Offered by North Georgia Care on your time In good time. Same-day I* ^ Appointments Online Scheduling Piedmont has more options for quality care than ever before. piedmont.org/now tj Piedmont