The Henry County weekly. (McDonough, GA.) 18??-1934, December 29, 1911, Image 1
Hie Henry County Weekly VOL. XXXVI MIR. LEE DICKSON CALLED BY DEATH. Well Known and Popular Mc- Donough Young Man Passed Away Friday Night. Mr. J. Lee Dickson died at the home of his brother, Mr. J. B. Dickson, Friday night at 9 o’clock. He had suffered .from partial paralysis for several years and on Wednesday morning of last week received the last and what proved to have been the fatal stroke, as he never rallied after this last at tack. “Lee”, as nearly everybody in McDonough and Henry county loved to call him, was a native of Henry county and was loved and admired by all our people. He was largely reared in McDonough and most of our young business men of today were his school mates here not so many years ago. They valued him for his high character and friendly ways. Until ill health incapacitated him for further work a year or two ago, Mr. Dickson held an ex cellent and responsible railroad position, and his fine work gave promise of continued promotion. And when he came to live with his brother, to spend the few re maining years of his young life, he was the same uncomplaining, cheerful, and cheering soul, with a smile to all. The funeral was at 10 o’clock Sunday morning at the Baptist church and was conducted by the pastor, the Rev. W. W. Arnold. I After the funeral, the remains were carried to Locust Grove for interment. East Peeksville. Well, I guess some one will be made to rejoice this week as the contest comes to a close. I for one have done my best, but I know that others have done better than I. I suspect I am the youngest one that writes for the paper, I am only 11 years old. I hope every one of the correspondents will have a nice time Christmas. Miss Vinnie Lue Jinks is at home to spend vacation with home folks. Mr. W. W. Nail and Mrs. M. C. Wyatt spent Sundoy afternoon with Mr. and Mrs. L. L. Tison, near Cedar Rock. Mrs. W. M. Hardy and children visited relatives at Snapping Shoals Sunday. Mr. Oddie Hanes and family visited relatives near Mt. Bethel Sunday. We are sorry to say that Mr. Asa Force is not getting along so well with his sprained ankle. Daisy. Mrs. £. M. Smith Hostess. Mrs. E. M. Smith was the charming hostess at bridge and “42” Saturday afternoon, in honor of Miss Annie Spence and Miss Ellene Neal. The games of bridge and “42” were enjoyed. Miss Ellene Neal won first prize for highest score at bridge and Miss Helen Dunn for highest score at dominoes. The booby prizes were won by Miss Agnes Dunn and Mrs. J. P. Etheridge respectively. After the games delicious re freshments were served. 8 TEN CORRESPONDENTS WIN WEEKLY PRIZES. In Contest For Three Cash Prizes Offered by The Weekly, Eight Tie For First Prize. The following are the winners of the three cash prizes offered to the most regular correspondents for the second six months of this year: First Prize of Fifteen Dollars, tied for by: Mrs. Mary Copeland and Mrs. A. H. Swaun; Misses Annie Brannan, Annie May Milam, and Lillian Stanfield; Messrs. J. M. Avery, Willie Hays, and W. L. Preston. Second Prize of Ten Dollars won by Miss Mary Nail. Third Prize of Five Dollars, won by Miss Eva Fields. Because of the large number tieing for First Prize, the rules re quire that all the prizes be added together and equally divided be tween all the prize winners. Checks will be mailed out within the next few days. We desire .sincerely to thank all our correspondents who have helped in making such a good paper of The Weekly during the past six months. And this means not only the prize winners, but also the many others who wrote often, some nearly as often as the winners, and furnished us valuable news. We offer the same amounts for 1912, of which more is said else where in this issue. Check for the prizes were mailed today. MISS BURMA BANKSTON MARRIES MR. WELLS. Fort Valley Gentleman Takes One of McDonough's Finest Young Ladies. Miss Burma Bankston and Mr. Robert Wells were united in mar riage at the home of the bride’s mother here Thursday afternoon at 5:30 o’clock. The Rev. Olin King performed the ceremony. Mrs. Wells is the daughter of Mrs. Joel Bankston, Jr., and is a young lady of rare charm and grace of person and manner, Mr. Wells is indeed to be congratula ted upon winning such a bride. Mr. Wells is a popular and pros perous young farmer of near Fort Valley. The couple left on the Macon train Thursday evening for their home near Fort Valley. Pine Grove. As this is the last letter for the contestants to write, I guess the Editor will expect a good letter from each one. Just stop and think for a moment; this year is almost gone and have we done all we could for our God. In conclusion let me beg of you, if you have not been in the habit of giving God a little time every day for praise, begin now, don’t wait tiil the end of this year. How many of you know how long you will be here to see the New Year? any one can take hold of the promise that says “blessed are they that hunger and thirst after righteousness, for they shall be filled,” I desire it above all things, for then 1 will be titted to serve my fellow creatures, and that is the only way I can serve them as my blessed Saviour wants us to surve them. Rose Bud. Go to T. A. Sloan & Company’s store and ask Mrs. Julia Mc- Donald or Mrs. Scott to show you the skirt adjusters that the Daughters of the Confederacy have on sale there. Try one, you will be much pleased with it. Dr. Iverson Bryans, of Augusta, was here last week and accom panied Mrs. Bryans to Atlanta. ncDONOUGH, GEORGIA, FRIDAY DECEMBER 29. 1911. Church Thanks Dr. Ragsdale. Whereas our pastor, Dr. B. D. Ragsdale, who has served us so long and so well, will no longer be our undershepherd. Resolved, 1, That we appre ciate his faithful warnings and re proofs, his messages of love and inspiration, and the example of his gentle and unselfish life. 2, That we are grateful for the truths that he has taught us, the doctrines he has preached, and the guidance of his safe leader ship. 3, That we love him for his patience with us, his thoughtful ness of us, and his many loving ministries to us. 4, That he now has and will always have our best wishes, our earnest prayers, and warmest Christian love. Done in Conference of the Locust Grove Baptist Church, Nov. 16, 1911. C. H. Castellaw, W. W. Combs, Claude Gray, Committee. MRS. J. P. COPELAND'S LONG LIFE CLOSES. One of McDonough's Oldest and Best Women Died Sunday. Mrs. John P. Copeland passed away at her home in McDonough Sunday morning at 4.20 o’clock, after a long illness. Her death was not unexpected, and yet her many friends will mourn and miss her. Mrs. Copeland was a woman universally loved by all who came in contact with her. She possessed the Christian graces in large meas ure. At the age of eight years she yielded her young heart to God and had been a consistent and consecrated church member for 65 years. Her excellent husband, Mr. John P. Copeland, preceded her to the glory land several years ago. The funeral was at the Baptist church Monday morning at 10:30 o’clock. The Rev. W. W. Arnold, the pastor, and Dr. B. I). Rags dale, of Locust Grove, conducted the services. The interment was at the McDonough cemetery. locals. Mrs. W. G. Coombs, of Locust Grove, spent the week end here. Mr and Mrs. Lamar Etheridge were here Sunday. I have moved my office up stairs in the Masonic building, where I can be found at any time, I will devote my entire time to my office. Respt., T. A. Lifsey. Mrs. Ethel Tye Wright has re turned from a pleasant visit to friends at Lawrenceville and Athens. FOR SALE. —A few extra fine thorough bred Rhode Island Red roosters $2.50 each. 1-12,3. J. C. Harris. Miss Mary Arnold, of Hampton, spent the week end here with her father, Rev. W. W. Arnold. The friends of Mrs. Mary Tye regret to hear of her illness. A good one horse farm for rent. Ralph Turner. Miss Lucy McDonald, of Snap ping Shoals, was the guest of her sister, Mrs. Will Green, the first of the week. Mr. Q. R. Nolan left last week to accept a responsible railroad position in south Alabama and Florida. Call Bright, Phone 19 for your apples, oranges, and nuts. Miss Alla B. Carmichael came home today from Weslyan Col lege, to spend the holidays with her parents. Call Bright, Phone 19 for your apples, oranges, and nuts. Messrs. Gordon Dickson and Timon Bowden, of the University of Georgia, will come Saturday. Remember that Bright sells the genuine Indian River Florida Oranges. Messrs. Benton Neal and Pierce Stewart are at home from Emory College for Christinas. Mr. Wvman Sloan came home yesterday from Stone Mountain for the holidays. Remember that Bright sells the genuine Indian River Florida Oranges. Mr. T. D. Stewart, of Atlanta, was in our city Monday. Mr. and Mrs. Ben Bankston, of East Point, will spend the Christ mas holidays with Mr. and Mrs. Joel Bankston. All Millinery at actual cost at Miss Blanche Wentzell’s. Mr. Joel Bankston was the guest of his son, Mr. Ben Banks ton, at East Point, Sunday. Mrs. Mary Ann Trynham had a fall at her home near Salem last week and was badly injured, so that she is unable to walk. All Millinery at actual cost at Miss Blanche Wentzell’s. Mr. Will Traynham, of Broxton, arrived Monday, for a visit to his mother during her illness. He reports that there is a very large quantity of unpicked cotton in the fields of his section of South Georgia. STRAYED. Mule y-headed cow. Return to A. C. Oglesby. Mrs. I. B. Bryans is seriously ill in an Atlanta Sanitarium, where she was carried last week. PAGES MISS ELON HINTON AND MR. D. P. COOK WED. Attractive Henry County Girl and Popular McDonough Man Marry Very Quietly. Miss Elon Hinton and Mr. D P. Cook were married on Wednes day evening of last week at the home of the bride’s parents, Mr. and Mrs. C. C. Hinton. Elder E. Oglesby performed the ceremony. Mrs. Cook is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. C. C. Hinton and one of Love’s district’s and Henry county’s most attractive young ladies. She will be welcomed with pleasure as a resident of our city. Mr. Cook is a popular and thriving young business man of McDonough. He is at the head of the general mercantile business of D. P. Cook & Company. The wedding was a quiet one and was not general known for several days. The couple’s many friends are extending to the bride their best wishes and to the groom con gratulations. At present they are making their home with Mr. and Mrs. Epps Brannan. MISS FANNIE COOK WEDS MR. W. M. CLARK. Popular Henry County People Joined Fortunes Sunday. Miss Fannie J. Cook and Mr. W. M. Clark were married at the home of the bride’s parents in Love’s district Sunday afternoon, Elder E. Oglesby officiating. The bride Is a daughter of Mr. and Mrs. J. W. Cook and is a charming young lady, with many friends throughout the county, who will hear with interest of the happy event and wish her all life’s blessings. Mr. Clark is a popular and in dustrious young farmer of Shake rag district. He is a son of Mr. Bill Clark, who was for many years a Justice of the Peace of that district. Card of Thanks. We wish, at the close of the year, to thank sincerely our many friends for their liberal patronage during the year 1911. We have made every effort to please each and all of your re sponse in a fine trade attests the fact that we have succeeded be yond our highest hopes. For the coming year, we promise the same desire to please, with even greater improvements and facilities to serve ybu. Again thanking you, we are Yours gratefully, Walker-Bowden Comoany, By C. W. Walker, President. Stockbridge Christmas Meeting. A protracted meeting will be held during the holidays at Stock bridge Methodist Church, begin ning Sunday night, December 24, and continuing night and day through the week, at 10 a. m., and 7p. m. Rev. Sam Haynes, of Atlanta, and others, will assist in the meeting. Public cordially invited to participate in this new way of spending Christmas. W. O. Butler, Pastor. j* i »r