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About The Montgomery monitor. (Mt. Vernon, Montgomery County, Ga.) 1886-current | View Entire Issue (April 19, 1917)
Sty? UUmtigomenj VOL. XXXI LOCAL BOYS RALLY TO CALL Equal Choice for Seryice in U. S. Army And *Navy. During the past few days Mt. Vernon has supplied a number of recruits for Uncle Sam’s body of fighting men, and others will doubtless enlist in a few days. Those who have thus far joined the service are as follows: John Abt, regular army. He leaves today for Macon for ex amination. Lattimer Morrison, national guard, enlistment at Savannah. Harry Geiger goes to the navy, in the capacity of musician. Max McGregor enlisted in the naval service, and the two latter will for the present be at Port Royal, S. C. Mr. McGregor is from Ailey. Friends wish them good luck. The country’s call is strong, and it is hoped that they will prove valiant soldiers. Aside from the above young gentlemen, several colored boys were accepted for examination by a recruiting officer here yes terday, and these have gone to Macon for final examination. 1 8.-P. L ITEMS. ! §* —— § President Bunyan Smith is in Atlanta and Rockmart on busi ness for a few days. Misses Beulah Martin, Effie Bedingfield and Gertrude Hudson spent the week-end with the homefolks of Herman Mann near Uvalda. Mrs. Tyler gave a picnic at the brick yard Monday to her music pupils. The young folks reported lots of fun and and a grand din ner. Miss Mcßae, principal of the public school department, has been ill for the past few days with a severe cold, but we are delighted to have her with us again. Do not forget the national pa triotic exercises to be held at the Brewton-Parker on the afternoon of the 26th inst. The public is not only cordially invited but earnestly requested to attend. Let us “Salute those soldiers who still live, To them respect and honor give; Their steps grow feebler year by year. They offered all they had most dear; With brothers, friends, they clashed in strife, That we might have abundant life." But One flag, one nation steadfast, We will dwell henceforth in unity. To Destroy $250,000 of Liquor in Alabama. Columbus, April 15. —Sheriff Richard E. Lindsay, of Russell county, Ala., returning to Seale last night from Montgomery, where he had a conference with Governor Henderson, stated that he was inclined to believe that Alabama’s chief executive would finance the destruction of the $250,000 worth of contraband liquors that are stored in the State warehouse in Girard. A conference was also held with Assistant Attorney General Perry W. Turner, and the belief is expressed that within the next week or ten days the destruction of the whisky will be begun. Death of an Infant. After an illness lasting only a few days, the infant daughter of Mr. and Mrs. D. M. McLendon died at their home here Thursday morning. The little one had never enjoyed perfect health, and a sudden attack was more than it could withstand. The baby was buried in the family burial ground Friday, in the presence of a number of relatives and friends. Several from Mt. Vernon accompanied the party to Rockledge. Mr. and Mrs. McLendon have the sympathy of many friends in their bereavement. Entertainment at Lothair on 27th. There will be a very pleasing entertainment at the Lothair school house Friday evening, 27th inst., to which the public is cordially invited. Special features will be a box supper and a “Fish Pond." Let the young ladies carry lunch box es. A good time for those who attend. Committee. Uvalda News. Special Correspondence. Mrs. Mack Auld of Alamo is the guest of relatives here this week. Mr. Abraham Cohen of Lum ber City spent Sunday with Mr. and Mrs. Harry Groher. Mr. and Mrs. J. B. Jones visit ed their daughter, Mrs. Frank Partin, Sunday. Misses Gertrude Hudson and Effie Bedingfield of the 8.-P. In stitute were here Saturday. Miss Frankie Lee Johnson spent the week end with friends in Vi dalia. Dr. W. M. Moses spent Tues day in Augusta. Mrs. Tab Bussey of Live Oak, Fla., is the guest of her sister, Mrs. H. A. Moses. Mr. David Hollis visited friends at Soperton Sunday. Mr. and Mrs. A. Estroff of So perton visited Mr. and Mrs. Ja cob Simon this week. Mrs. J. J. Moses visited Mrs. J. C. McAllister at Mt. Vernon Sunday. Mrs. Moses Coleman of Lyons is spending this week with her daughter, Mrs. Jim Gibbs. Revival services begin at the Methodist church Sunday, April 22. The pastor, Rev. D. A. Las tinger, will be assisted by Evangelist Hill. Farmer Killed by Brother-in-Law. Barnesville, Ga., April 14. John Wilson, a prominent farm er of Monroe county, was shot and instantly killed by Bill Sykes, also a prominent farmer, follow ing a difficulty which occurred in Monroe county about seven miles from Barnesville this morning about 10 o’clock. The two men are brothers-in-law and it is said bad blood has been between them for some time past. According to information re ceived here, Wilson went to Sykes’ home hunting for trouble. He approached a negro cabin in which Sykes was at the time and began shooting. Sykes, grab bing the negro’s rifle, returned the fire, killing Wilson almost in stantly. Sykes was badly wounded in the face, a number of buckshot taking effect. Wilson and Sykes had been litigating over differences for some time. The exact cause of the shoot ing is not known. MT. VERNON, GEORGIA. THURSDAY. APRIL 19. 1917. SAVANNAH PRESBYTERY HELD IN OLD ST. MARYS. The recent session of the Sa vannah Presbytery, held at St. Marys, goes on record as one of the most profitable in the history of that body. The session open ed on the evening of the 10th with an address by the retiring moderator, Elder C. S. Wood of the First Presbyterian Church, Savannah, his theme being “The Old Paths." Dr. Wm. W. Akers of Black shear was chosen moderator, and his service was rendered with that charm and dignity known only to the fair-minded discipli narian. His efforts were models of accuracy and fitness. The stated clerk, Rev. Robert Mann of Fitzgerald, served in his usual capacity, assisted by Rev. Henry Rankin as clerk of the session. The business sessions were at tended by a number of the mem bers of the local church, and the regular morning and evening ser vice were well attended by the public, anff interest was mani fested throughout the occasion. Sermons were delivered by Dr. R. S. Brank of Savannah Inde pendent, Dr. Akers of Black shear, Rev. A. L. Patterson of Hull Memorial and others. The report of the chairman of the Home Mission Board, Dr. W. Moore Scott, was read Wednes day, showing the excellent con dition of this branch of the church. All of the mission pas tors have been paid in full, and there are but few churches with out regular pastors. After the roll had been revised, there was found in the Savannah Presbytery thirty-four churches. These churches are being served by consecrated, effective minis ter, and harmony and progress reigns throughout the bounds of the Savannah Presbytery. The hospitality of St. Marys is unbounded, and it is ever a de light for the Presbytery to as semble there. No effort looking to the comfort and pleasure of; the visitors was overlooked. As | one of the oldest towns of Geor- Father Wayward Girl Must Serve Sentence. Moultrie, Ga., April 16. —A. L. Kennedy, father of Dewey Ken nedy, whose elopement with the Rev. J. J. Adams, resulted in the minister being sentenced to five years in the penitentiary, must serve twenty days in the Colquitt county jail for contempt of court. Kennedy, who has been in prison since Tuesday, at which time a pistol was found on his person in the court room, was formally ar raigned on the contempt charge yesterday afternoon and given the limit of the law for this of fense by Judge W. E. Thomas. Unless a warrant is sworn out charging Kennedy with carrying a concealed weapon he will be re leased when he concludes his jail sentence. Services at Baptist Church Last Sabbath. Rev. Jos. W. Smith of Evans county filled the pulnit at the Baptist church here last Sunday, preaching both morning and evening. Dr. Brewton, the pas tor, was absent in the interest of the Baptist financial campaign. Mr. Smith was a visitor to this church about twelve years ago, and was pleasantly remembered by many friends. He is father of Mrs. Wallace Moses of Uvalda, and Montgomery county friends are glad to have him visit this section. Mr. Smith was former ly superintendent of the public schools of Tattnall county, and is a man of unusual ability. | gia, her people maintain that charm of manners peculiar to the people of the coastal region. This charming little city is sup plied with railroad facilities, be sides the advantages of an ex cellent harbor. The foreign and coastwise shipping has increased wonderfully of late years, and St. Marys bids fair to become one of the leading South Atlantic sea ports. The closing service was held Thursday evening, and many of the ministers remained over Fri day to participate in a drum fish ing expedition, which, aside from unfavorable weather, was very pleasant. The fact that the ex perience occurred Friday, 13th, with thirteen men on board the launch, did not increase the su perstitions of the party, even if a number suffered mild forms of seasickness. (By special request their names are withheld.) For the sea trip and the elabo rate plans made for its suc cess the party is under lasting obligations to Postmaster Herbert Rudulph and Capt. Bachlott and others, whose efforts for the suc cess of the occasion were untir ing. Representatives of the Mt. Vernon church are under special obligations to Mrs. Kate Bagwell, proprietress and manager of the Riverview Hotel, one of the most agreeable hostelries on the Georgia coast. The service, com fort and refined, home-like air of the Riverview have won a large and appreciative patronage. We regret that The Monitor cannot give a more thorough mention of the people of this charming city and a more extended tribute to their graces, or enlarge on the possibilities of the place, whose history is so beautifully linked with the early history of Georgia. But Georgia, and the world, will yet hear more of St. Marys, as time (with which it has evidently been blessed) unfolds new ave nues of contact with the out side world. Shot For Burglar; Young Man May Die. Waycross, Ga., April 14. Wil bur Sweat, son of Mr. and Mrs. iW. K. Sweat, and a nephew of Sheriff Henry Sweat of Ware, was barely alive tonight at the Coast Line hospital, whpre he was removed after Policeman R. Thompson shot him shortly after midnight. When shot the young man was on the front porch of a home two blocks from his parents’ residence, and inmates believed him to be a burglar. A report wasd telephone to police head quarters, Thompson responding and firing when Sweat made an effort to attack him. According to the officer, Sweat refused to respond to his call. Earlier in the evening another home had been visited by a man whose description answered to that of Sweat, who ever since his brother Albert’s accidental death two weers ago, has appeared un strung. Sweat was employed in the of fices of the Coast Line superin tendent, O. T. Waring, and is popular throughout the city. The bullet pierced his left lung and went through his abdomen. In a statement said to have been made by him shortly after the shooting. Sweat admitted hav ing a fence picket in his hand and striking at the officer. Mr. Arch Hghes, Sr., has been critically ill for several days. The j nature of his condition is such 1 that his life is almost despaired I of. He is one of the best known ! citizens of Montgomery county, j and is a veteran of the late war. A Freak Egg. Mr. John W. Hughes, residing in North Mt. Vernon, has brought to this office a freak hen egg, such as are seldom seen. The shape of the freak is that of a gourd, but more uniform than those some times found. Just what the hen laying this j egg intended, we are not able to | say, but sufficeth it to say that it is at least a change in business methods peculiar only to the mind of the hen. Negro Makes Escape From Convict Camp. FTurburn, April 14.—A. B. Moreland, negro convict in Campbell county chaingang, sent up for three years for burglary, escaped Thursday afternoon as J the road gang was returning to camp. Warden Perkins attempt ed to stop the negro, firing two shots at him. The only dog in catnp was put on the trail and followed it down Line Creek un til, it is presumed, it came upon the fugitive, who either killed or made way with it, as it has not been seen since. Sheriff Ed Jenkins and others are scouring Campbell and Fhnette counties today in search of the fugitive. Longpond Dots. Special Commponclouce. Mr. 11. A. Johnson and mother visited relatives at Dublin last week. Mrs. W. A. Johnson had as her guests Saturday and Sunday Misses Katie Auld and Mattie Waller of Uvalda. Miss Nease Southwell of Vi dalia is visiting her sister, Mrs. Mobley. Miss Katharine Currie of Mt. Vernon was the guest of Miss Mary Louise McArthur Saturday and Sunday. Mr. Henry Bush of Dublin visited his grand-mother, Mrs. J. C. Johnson, last week. Miss Minnie Wells spent last, week with her sister, Mrs. I). Q. Coleman, of Uvalda. Mr. J. B. Brogdon and mother, Mr. and Mrs. R. H. Mobley and Mrs. W. M. Moses of Uvalda at tended preaching here Sunday. Mrs. Aus Morris of Hack Branch visited at the home of Mr. FI. C. McAllister last week. Mr. and Mrs. T. H. Johnson and son of Uvalda snent Sunday at the home of Mrs. J. C. John son. Mr. and Mrs. F. B. Mcßride and daughter, Miss Emma, visit ed at the home of Mr. E. E. Burch last Wednesday. Mr. Johnnie Johnson of Uvalda spent Sunday with relatives here. Mr. Monroe Bush has returned from Dublin, where he visited his parents. Services Sunday at Presbyterian Church. The Monitor is requested to an nounce services at the Presby terian church for next Sabbath, 11 a. m. and 7:30 p. m., this be ing the fourth Sunday. Also ser vices at Hack Branch at 4 o’clock in the afternoon. Under the present arrange ment, these churches are being supplied by Rev. D. A. McNeill. This will be continued until these churches have been supplied with a pastor. The same hours may be an nounced for the first Sunday in May, unless otherwise stated. The public is cordially invited to attend all services. Mrs. Mack Auld of Alamo is visiting the family of Mr. J. E. Cockfield. | CONVENTION OF COUNTY SINGERS All-Day Sing Held at Court House Here Last Sunday. The Montgomery County Sing ing Convention held an all-day sing in Mt. Vernon Sunday. The meeting was largely attended, and every section of the county was represented at the feast of music. These occasions are great ly enjoyed by lovers of vocal music, and the event here last Sabbath was a most successful one. After the exercises, which were held both morning and af ternoon in the court house, the following officers were elected for the ensuing year: President, Ira Ricks. Vice-president, W. H. Smith. Secretary, G. A. Sammons. The next meeting will be held at Red Bluff on the third Sunday in July, and this occasion is be ing looked forward to with great anticipation by the members of the association. The association has within its ranks some of the best singers in Southeast Geor gia, and the exercises are al ways well attended. On account of services and Sabbath schools here, many were prevented from attending. Success to the singing conven tion and its happy body of sing j ers. Sunday School Convention Changed. The time for holding the Sun day School Convention of the Daniell Association with Lyons Baptist Church is changed from the sth Sunday in April and Fri day and Saturday before, to the sth Sunday in July and Friday and Saturday before. This change is made in order to secure the ! services of Bro. C. W. Andrews, (Secretary Sunday School Depart ment, State Mission Board. J. I). Rabun, Pastor. New Bible Class Organized Monday Eve. The Sabbath school class of Mrs. Hudson at the Methodist church was Monday evening or i ganized into a Bible class at the parsonage with the following of ficers elected: President, Miss Minnie Abt; vice-president, Miss Bessie Stuck ey; secretary, W. A. McQueen; treasurer, Herman Mcßride. Additional members will be en rolled Sunday afternoon, and the class will doubtless grow in in terest and effectiveness. Social programs will be rendered from time to time. The various com mittees were appointed. After the organization and business session Monday evening, refreshments were served, to the pleasure of those present. Busi ness meetings will be held month ly. This organization will be a profit and pleasure to the young folks composing the class, as well as their friends and visitors. Dublin is to Have Another Flour Mill. Dublin, Ga., April 16. —A new flour mill is being erected at this place by J. T. Pope, who already owns a small one, and has been forced to enlarge his plant great ly. He is now building a three story brick mill house, in which he will install a roller mill of 125- barrel capacity, one that will use 600 bushels of wheat per day. Mr. Pope erected the first flour mill in this county about six years ago, when the farmers took him at his word and planted enough wheat to keep one busy. NO. 51.
