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About The Henry County weekly. (McDonough, GA.) 18??-1934 | View Entire Issue (Feb. 24, 1911)
The Henry County Weekly VOL. XXXVI FIRE-FED FURY TAKES TOLL OF TOWN Destructive Blaze Destroys Three McDonough Enterprises and Damages Three Others. Walker Brothers Company Heaviest Losers. Variety Store and McDonald’s Drug Store Destroyed. Bank of Henry County, B. B. Carmi chael & Son, Racket Store Damaged. Wednesday evening at 7 o’clock fire was discovered in the rear of Walker Brothers ComDany’s store here. The breaking of the win dows by the heat gave the first alarm. Fire-fighters gathered quickly, biit the smoke was so dense and the fire had made such headway on the interior that the flames could not be extinguished. The flames worked to right and left, destroying on one side the Variety Store and on the other side Dr. C. D. McDonald’s drug store. On the west side B. B. Carmi chael & Son’s fire wall checked the blaze, but hard work with buckets and ropes was necessary to prevent the heated walls burn ing the Carmichael stock of goods. On the east double wall of Dr. McDonald and the Bank of Henry County held the fire back and pre vented its further progress. The fire fighters did heroic and valiant work with water, soda and Ellenwood Items. On last Friday evening a most enjoyable program was rendered at the school auditorium, to com memorate the founding of our state; 'the part performed by the school children was excellent and, among the other members on the program was an address given by Prof. Turner, a teacher of L. G. 1., a vocal solo by Mr. Van Clark, and an essay on “Our Georgia,” by Miss Bond, of McDonough. The meeting of the club has been postponed one week, on ac count of the program given last Friday evening. All members are urged to be present, as there will be some important matters taken up. Also all who wish to join, come. We shall be glad to have all new members. Misses Rowden entertained a few at dinner Sunday. Among the guests were Misses Estes and Bond, and Messrs. Bond and Row den. Mr. and Miss Gilbert, of Mor row, were guests of Miss Alva Burks Sunday. Our town is growing some. Sev eral buildings are to be erected, and several have already been. A number of the members of the choir were absent on last choir practice. Hope this will not occur again. Rev. W. O. Butler will preach here Sunday afternoon at 3 o’clock. Everybody come and bring some one with you. Sunday school on 8 salt, and it was by such efforts that the whole block was not de stroyed. A large number worked incessantly on the roofs for hours. Finally every source of water was exhausted just as control of the fire was gained and the town breathed a sigh of relief it was no worse. The estimated loss aggregate fully $50,000.00, divided as follows: Walker Brothers Company, loss $28,000.00, insurance $18,000.00; Mrs. Emma Walker, two buildings, loss $6,000.00, insurance, $4,000.00; Variety Store, A. C. Oglesby & Coinp an y, proprietors, loss $5,500.00, insurance $4,000.00; T. A. Sloan & Company, loss $4,000.00, practically covered by insurance; B. B. Carmichael & Son, loss, cracked fire wall and damaged by smoke and water, $3,000.00 to $5,000.00, practically covered by insurance; Dr. C. D. McDonald, loss $4,500.00, no insurance; the Bank of Henry County, loss SI,OOO, coveted by insurance. Sunday morning at 9:30 o’clock sharp. All teachers as well as scholars are urged to be present. Prof. Fullerton has purchased a “thorough-bred.” Another in dustrious man added to the farm ing list. Quite a number of the Ellen wood ladies and gentlemen went to Tanners Sunday to hear the singing led by Messrs. Cash and Clark. Miss Pinkie Shettlesworth is the guest of her sister in Atlanta. HOME TALENT WILL ENTER TAIN. It’s “All a Mistake” that the young people of McDonough are rehearsing now, and they expect to present this play to the public at the school auditorium on Fri day evening, March 3d. The production is in charge of Mrs. J. T. Weems, and under her skillful direction, the play is sure to be a great success. The proceeds will go the pur chase of a new curtain and other stage scenery and furnishings for the auditorium. Lizardville News. Rev. I. G. Walker preached at ; Salem Sunday night. Mr. J. B. Joyner and Mr. S. H. Ca thy attended meeting at Sharon Sunday. Mr. H. A. Steele made a busi ness trip to Atlanta Friday. 'Mrs. W. J. Knight spent the week-end with Mrs. S. H. Cathy. McDonough, Georgia. Friday February 24, \ Q n. SOCIETY. Mrs. Paul Turner and Miss Tye Entertain. Mrs. Paul Turner and Miss Tye, at the home of Mrs. Turner, en tertained a number of their friends at dominoes Thursday afternoon. The rooms in which the tables were placed were like a glimpse of spring; quantities of bouquets, sprays of peach blossoms, and bowls filled with fragrant purple violets, and with the potted plants, were very attractive. Mrs. T. A. Sloan and Miss lone Prince served punch. During the progress of the game bon-bons were served. After the game was finished most delicious nutted cream was enjoyed. Miss Carmichael Entertains. Miss Alla B. Carmichael was hostess to some of her friends on Monday evening, in honor of hei guest, Miss Allen. Music and conversation were enjoyed and late in the evening grape juice and cake were served. Mrs. J. M. Carmichael Hostess. Mrs. James Carmichael enter tained at a most delightful party Monday afternoon as a compliment to Miss Alla B. Carmichael and her guest, Miss Zelma Allen. Purple and white, the college colors of the honored guests, were used. Dominoes were enjoyed at four tables, and later a salad course and iced tea were served. Those present were: Misses Alla B. Carmichael, Zelma Allen, Jennie Long, Elise Long, Edythe White, Blake Bunn, Nina Wall, Annie G. Thompson, Ethel Sowell, Ellene Neal, Lucy Reagan, Bess Fouche, Ruth and Ruby Walker, Agnes Dunn; Mesdames J. G. Smith and R. A. Sloan. Misses Wall and Bunn to Enter tain. Misses Nina Wall and Blake Bunn have issued invitations to a “42” party at the former’s home on Thursday afternoon. Miss Neal Hostes. Miss Ellene Neal was the charm ing hostess to the Epworth League at its regular monthly social meet ing Friday evening. The unique and pretty invita tions were the work of the hostess. Delicious refreshments were served, and the whole evening was thoroughly enjoyed by the guests. Mrs. Alex Brown Hostess. Mrs. Alex. Brown was charm ing hostess to some of her friends Friday afternoon. She was assisted in entertaining by Mrs. Mary Alexander and Miss Rosa Lee Brown. Progressive “42” was played at four tables, Miss Bess Fouche making the highest score. Bonbons were served at each table, and later a salad course, with coffee. Those present were: McDonough High School Happenings We have come again to occupy a portion of your valuable paper. We have seen a great interest taken in our corner and others too. Winter time has met us on our journey through our school. Spring seemed to be almost here. “So near yet so far.” Much care must be taken about our pot flowers, else they may die. Miss Lucile Tolleson most de lightfully entertained a number of the younger set last Friday eve- Misses Bess Fouche, Ruth and Ruby Walker, Ellene Neal, Annie G. Thompson, Lucy Reagan, Beu la Atkinson, Blake Bunn, Nina Wall, Eunice Tarpley; Mesdames R. L. Sloan, Asa and Fouche Lemon, Marvin Turner,B. E. Horton, James Carmichael. Mr. and Mrs. H. L. Carmichael Hosts. Mr. and Mrs. Howard Carmichael entertained at dinner on last Satur day evening as a compliment to their guests, Misses Turner and Sprayberry. The excellent dinner was served in courses. Those present, beside the home guests, were Misses Nina Wall, Ruth and Ruby Walker, and Fred Walker. Near Worthville. We regret that Mrs. Silas Doby is very sick, because of a fall last week. Mr. Manry Gray and wife, of Worthville, visited Mrs. Lizzie Lewis Sunday afternoon. Miss Susie Clark is visiting her sister Mrs. Reeves, of Jackson, this week. Mr. Jim Doby and family, of Woodstown, visited his mother, Mrs. Silas Doby, Sunday. Mr. W. P. Stephens made a busi ness trip to Jackson last week. The candy pulling given by Mr. Jack Stewart Friday night, was enjoyed by all present. Miss Mittie Stewart was the guest of Miss Fannie Belle Steph ens Sunday afternoon. “Blue Eyes.” Locust Grove Institute. Joe Applewhite, after a three weeks stay at his home in Miller county on account of sickness, has returned to resume his studies. Thad Green was called home last Thursday to the bed side of his father, who is now much bet ter. Thad returned to school Monday. Prof. Gray spoke at Luella Sun day in the interest of the Flint River Association Laymen’s Move ment. Saturday night weeek, March 4, \ a concert will be given to raise money for the athletic association. :An interesting program is in way sot preparation. The glee club will PAGES *< A Year ning. All present enjoyed hospitality to the highest exttsnfl The test on English last given in honor of (he Seniors, *nr thoroughly joyous. But what has become of our’So cial Club? We must revive torn w .k immediately. Miss Russell, a member of fl* tenth class was absent last Moruto* on account of illness. No news of interest can be tea#, so hope to have more next time Xylophone render several selections, and v+- cal solos will also be a featum The music and expre sion depart inents will have students on tt« program. Prof. Turner delive d a talk r Ellenwood last Friday night. Tt«* Graded school of that place served Georgia Day in a fiU.itr way. Mr. Nathan Burch, a student zZ Mercer, spent Sunday on the cam pus with his sister M;ss Essie. Miss Rannie Griffin, of Atlasrt* who was a stuuem in the sclwi * two years ago, spirit Sunday acil Monday here, the g.aVi of MScr Vallie Pitts. Dr. Ragsdale and Prof. Turwr attended the Laymen s meeting r*. Griffin Wednesday. The Laymeirir Movement is gaining ground steaal ily, and the impetus lent the caa*»- by this gathering was noticeaftk QUARTERLY CONFERENCE H GREAT MEETING. # The quarterly conference war held at the McDonough Metliewiss* church Sunday. One of the heap est crowds of many years ed the meetings, and much en thusiasm was shown and muqp fine reports made. Sunday morning Dr. Fakes, tfce presiding elder, preached a i'ul sermon, which impressed ail who heard It. Phiillppi. Mr. and Mrs. Jim Curry, of neur Jackson, visited Mr. and Mrs. fe B. Childs Sunday. The young people of this mo tion enjoyed the evening much at a valentine drawing Ivt Tuesday at the home of Miss M.*»- tha Jane English. Messrs. Sam Rosser and Rufta Rodgers, of L. G. 1., visited Jfc Gordon Tingle Sunday. Mr. J. M. Bowden and lady, J? Locust Grove, visited relative near here Sunday. Rev. Z. E. Barron filled his reg» lar appointment Saturday and Sup day at this place. A large crow? was present both days. Miss Della Childs had as Lo* guest Sunday, Misses Eva R 3. Ethel Coan, Lillie McKibb n, B « Sie Ingram, and Messrs. Da\*e Gaillard, Peilum Wallace, Wilbii* Gossett, and Frank Coan. The Woman’s Missionary Meet ing Saturday afternoon was v dfi attended. Brother Barron wss with us, and toid some very esting things. We invite him a come and be with us again.' Miss Trevie Crumbley visit ? M - Mary Lou McKibben S; . .*
