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Vol 20. No 51 IN. C. Napier, Editor of Vidalia Advance Claimed By Death Mon. By A. F. Sawyer. For the second time in tne newspaper experience of the writer it has become his sorrowtul uuty to write a memorial to the editor, of the paper upon which lie was employed. The Great Sorrow has come to the houselioiu ot the Ad vance; the Grim Reaper has seen fit to lay his awful hand upon the head of a household —a father. On Monday morning at 1:30 o’clock, after an illness of three weeks, the gentle spirit of N. C. Napier, affectionately known to his intimates as “Jack”, student and philosopher, was touched by the Master Hand that moulded it and wafted into the Great Beyond. With; stealth and terrible cunning was he snatched from our little home circle in the office, and I a hand that has guided the destinies of the Advance for the [ past three years is stilled forever; a face that we had learned I to love has been removed from our sight and we will know I him no more on earth. But how much more awful it is when we contemplate the I desolation, the heartache, the appalling and enshrouding gloom I that has cast its shadow upon that widowed and orphaned lit- I tie household out on Jackson street, where his loving counsel I I and tender solicitude for his loved ones will be known no more. I I How measure the depth of woe into which these loved ones s have been plunged, how sum up the sorrow and suffering of E hearts that try to forget but will not be able; how long the fi days must seem, how sad and dreary the nights; how awful | the shadow that has been cast by death’s cold hand. But they sorrow not as those which have no hope, for g just as surely as a just God sits upon his throne is theirs the | sweet assurance that their loved one has gone to reap the g reward of the faithful, has gone to dwell through all eternity E with the “Babe of Bethlehem in the city beyond the stars. Terribly sad is the passing of a human life under any cir- I cumstance, but when death comes to those in the very prime I of life and usefulness, when little children are left without the I helping and guiding hand of a father, then indeed is the human I heart made to overflow in sympathy for the bereaved ones ij and in thanksgiving with those who have not felt the cruel B barb of the Reaper’s scythe- But there is ever shining be- I fore our vision a rainbow of hope, bright colored and full of I promise, and looking beyond it we can see the benign counte- I nance of the giver of every good and precious gift. Look upward, ye heart-sore and sorrowing ones, for that j same God who tempers the wind to the shorn lamb and who I notes the fall of the sparrow, will lay his gentle hand upon I your hearts and wipe away all tears from your eyes. Death has claimed the editor of the Advance, but he still e lives in the memory of those with whom, he labored, and so I lcpig as life shall last will there be a spot within our hearts a sacredly dedicated to remembrances of the many pleasant I we spent together. “Jack” Napjjpr has gone from among us, B but the influence of his personality still remains, just as the I perfume from some lovely indoor plant lingers long after the I flower itself has withered and vanished away. “’Twas man’s first disobedience and the fruit of that | forbidden tree that brought death into the world, with all . our woes.” But we thank God that the redeeming blood of | Jesus Christ was sufficient to re-unite the severed cord that I bound man to his maker, and that through him we are per- I mitted to seek surcease from our sorrows and sufferings from I the Great Father who gave and who has taken away, cheered I by the promise that our friend has gained for himself a dwell ing place in that mansion not built with hands, and that some I day we will be permitted to greet him again in the city of | the New Jerusalem. Though the clouds are lowering and dark now, the sun still shines, and a better and brighter day will dawn for those who follow in the footsteps of the ‘ Lamb of Calvary.”, Mr. Napier had been suffering from an attack of pneu monia developed about Thanksgiving Day, and though every thing possible that the skill of able physicians and loving hands could accomplish was done for his relief, and though he strug gled valiantly against the dread reaper, he fell at' last before the onslaugh of the enemy of mankind and closed his eyes to the things of this world in the awful hours between the turn of the night and the coming of the morning- He has been snatched from the arms of his loved ones and has been borne away into a condition we death, but which, according to the teachings of the Gentle Nazarene, is only the beginning! of the real life that awaits those who trust him and live according to his holy example, for “We shall sleep, but not forever; There will be a glorious dawn,” and in the dawning of that glorious morning we will meet him again in the promised land of those who walk in the paths of righteousness. Nathan Campbell Napier was born in Walker county, ‘Georgia, about forty-three years ago, and had devoted practi cally his entire life since reaching man’s estate to journalistic work, with the exception of about three years, during which time he served as private secretary to. Congress Gordon Lee and resided in the City of Washington. He had received spe cial instruction, both practical and theoretical, in newspaper work, and had developed a splendid style of expression pecu liarly his own, being a master of English rhetoric and writing fearlessly and forcefully of the matters he chose as subjects for his pen but always according to those who saw things in a different standpoint as his own a right to their opinion. A little over three years ago he bought the Vidalia Ad vance and on December Ist. 1920 assumed the editorship and management, throwing in his lot with the people of this sec tion of South Georgia and taking at 1 all times a lively interest in the affairs of his adopted home, its civic, educational and agricultural well-being always finding in him a ready cham pion. He was gentle and courteous in his manner toward all men, kindhearted and true in his friendships, open-handed and I generous toward those in need, upright and honorable in his I his death will be universally regretted by all who knew him I and claimed his friendship. He was a loving nd thoughtful | husband, a kind and indulget father, a faithful and loyal friend I and many are the hearts that are saddened today on account I of his untimely death. 1 I business dealings, a true Southern, Christian gentleman, and I The Lyons Progress OFFICIAL ORGAN OF TOOMBS COUNTY LYONS. GEORGIA. THURSDAY. DEC. 20 1923 fdf 1 About two years ago he purchased the Lyons Progress j I and since that time he had devoted a goodly portion of his j time and talent to. an effort to unite the people of Toombs I county in one solid body for the advancement and progress of I the county- Os his immediate family there are left to mourn him his wife, one daughter, Frances, two sons, James and “little” Nath, and to these sorrowing ones all the sympathy of those who have themselves experienced the great sorrow wells up in an endless tide- Other relatives are three brothers. Geo. M. Napier of De catur, Dr. Leroy 1 Napier of Lumber City, Rev. A. Y. Napier, a misiionary to China; four sisters, Miss Carolyn Napier of LaFayette, Mrs. Early Adams of Philadelpha, Pa., Mrs. S. B. Ledbetter of Decatur, Miss Alice Napier of Milledgeville. The writer was intimately associated with Mr. Napier for a period of three years, and> we can say in all sincerity that never have we known a more conscientious fulfillment of the duties devolving upon the followers of the meek and lowly Nazarene than was portrayed in the life and conduct of this modest Georgian. True and steadfast in his friendship, ready and anxious at all times to extend ai helping hand to those in affliction or distress, he will be missed in the home, in the of- I fice, the church, and the community, where he labored and I where his influence was felt and appreciated. I With those afflicted one we would mingle our tears, nd j join in the hope that sometime, somewhere, we shall Hi be I united again in one great household, where there shall be no I A more death, no more heartaches, and no more partings, to dwell eternally in that Isnd that is fairer than day. Mr. Napier was itiember of the Methodist church, and was faithful in his attendance upon its ordinances, living in a manner to illustrate in his daily life and conduct that he was sincere in his beliefs and lived according to his professions. He had attained to the degree of a Shriner in the Masonic order, was president of the Vidalia Kiwanis culb and a moving figure in the affairs of his home town and community. The funeral services were conducted from the Methodist church Tuesday afternoon at 3 o’clock, Rev. J- E. Sampley, his pastor Rev. J. T. B. Anderson, pastor of the Vidalia Bap tist church, and Dr. J. G- Patton of, Dublin officiating. The funeral sermon was preached by Dr. Patton, after which Mr. Sampley spoke for a few minutes upon the subject, “We Shall Miss Him.” An especially pathetic feature in this connec tion was his allusion to the male quartette, organized and per fected largely through the efforts of the deceased, and imme diately after the conclusion of Mr. Samplev’s remarks the three surviving members of thq quartette, E. T- Mcßride, B. W. Godbee and A. C. Tenkins. rendered the beautiful hymn, “Tesus, Saviour. Pilot Me.” followed by the singing by the choir of “Somtime We’ll Understand.” I Immediately following the funeral services the remains I were borne to the Pinecrest cemetery, where interment was I made, the beautiful floral offerings and the large concourse of . sorrowing'friends that accompanied his body to its rast nlace 6 of rest proclaiming the love and esteem that was his in life. I CARLOAD OF CALCIUM ARSENATE IS SOLD HERE County Agent Garner reports hav ing made up an order for a carload of calcium arsenate for the farmers at ll%c delievered to Lyons. Some people say wait that the price might be lower later. At this price the farmer can afford to use the dust on his cotton and will be glad to use it. So the order was made up. If we waited until the price of every thing went up or down before buy ing, we would never get anything. The important thing is to get the material in the farmers hand and ready for use next year. XMAS DAY TO BE OBSERVED HOLIDAY BY RURAL CARRIERS On December Ith, the Postmaster General issued an order authorizing i rural carriers to observe Christmas I Day as a holiday; therefore, no ser ! vice will be performed by the rural carriers from Lyons post office Tuesday, December 25th. |A little forethought on the part of Chirst mas mailers will prevent an incon venience or disappointment result ing from this action. It is believed that the plan to allow rural carriers to have the day at home or with their friends as other citizens do, will meet with general approval, and the Post Office Department is glad to show such consideration to these 44,- 000 faithful employees. To our local rural force we say, MERRY CHRISTMAS. STRAYED OR STOLEN— One male pointer dog, white with 2 liver spots, had collar on with words en graved on collar, S. Russ, Port Wen worth, Savannah. Named “Jimmie.” $5.00 reward if returned to Ed Clif ton, Lyons Georgia. - ANNOUNCEMENT There will be a box and pie sup per at Marietta §chool house Friday night, December 21st. Everybody invited to attend. Subscription SI.OO |A. J. RfVNOLDS TAKENBY DEATH AFTER SUFFERING ABOUT 3 WEEKS WITH PNEUMONIA AND RHEUMATISM OF THE HEART. ■» Mr. A. J. Reynolds, manager of the Elberta Hotel of this city for the past four years, died at the hotel Sunday night from pneumonia and rheumatism of the heart. Mr. Rey nolds was 62 years old and had suf fered from rheumatism for years. He came from Cartersville to Rochelle where he ran a hotel for twenty years, coming frou» there to Lyons four years ago. During the last twenty years he has been almost an invalid from rheumatism. Funeral services were held at the hotel here Tuesday morning at 9 o’clock, which were conducted by Rev. Theo Pharr. Interment taken place at Rochelle Tuesday afternoon. Mr. Reynolds is survived by his widow, three daughters, l&rs. J. W. Perry of Rochelle; Mrs. L. S. Wat son of Madison; Miss Helen Rey nolds of Lyons, and one son, Eugene Reyondls who is at Tietsip, China, with the United States navy. He leaves many friends here and at the places he has formerly. He is the youngest of a family of seven, one brother and six sisters. SPECIAL NOTICE Notice is hereby given that Fi Fas for unpaid City Taxes for 1922 and prior years have been issued and are now in the hands of City Marshall for collection. If not paid by Janu ary Ist 1924 levies will be made as provided by law. By order Mayor and Council, this 12th day of December 1923. F. F. GODHAD, City Clerk. DR. DMflllEßf EASTSATURDAY AT THE CITY HALL TO LARGE NUMBER OF FARMERS—TOLD HOW TO CONTROL THE BOLL WEEVIL. Last Saturday, Dr. R. J. H. De- Loach spoke at the city hall to a large number of farmers from all over Toombs county. He told how they had been able to control the boll weevils on their farm with 920 acres of cotton averaging % bale to the acre. 75 acres made 75 bales of cotton. His plan is to start dusting when the first squares appear and dust every four days until the first blooms appear at the same time picking up the squares. There is 20 days from the first squares to the first bloom and if properly dusted there will be few squares to pick up. That will practically win the fight if the surrounding cotton is dusted too. But if now then it will be nec essary to continue dusting. He plants his cotton at a able planting time, not trying to get in ahead of the other fellow, so that his cotton grows off well. Then in the fall they put their plows in the field to turning the stalks by Octo ber Ist. and destroy all the stalks and trash that the weevils hide in for winter. Dr. DeLoach’s talk was practical from start to finish and showed a practical method of controlling the weevils. When asked about the mixtures he said ask the company to guarantee you that a certain amount will do the work and that if that amount does not do the work make them pay you back. He prefers to use the dust altogether and said that he was pble to get most of his ten ants to use it sucessfully by telling them to start right with the first squares. w j ,<