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The Talbotton New Era

Thursday, December 24, 1903 Page 3

Ben Favors December 20 1903

The County Geneva

It is with sadness we mention the death of Mr. Ben Favors, which occurred in Alabama the 20th inst. Mr. J.W. Favors, Miss Emma Favors, Mrs. Fannie Favors, Mrs. Ben Favors and children, Mr. Howard Favors and Mr. M.A. Carden and son accompanied the remains, which were brought here for interment at the Geneva cemetery.

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The Columbus Enquirer-Sun
Sunday, January 18, 1903

Mrs. Susan Fielder Dead.

Was Among the Most Highly Esteemed Ladies of Talbot County

Box Springs, Ga., Jan. 17 - (Special)

Mrs. Susan Fielder, one of the most highly esteemed ladies of Talbot County, died here Thursday. She was seventy-six years old, and is survived by two daughters, Mrs. Frank Hart and Mrs. William Phillips, and four sons Messrs. Joe, Lowe, Mack and Meyers Fielder. The funeral occurred yesterday, the interment being at the old Fielder burying ground on the Cusseta Road.

Miss Hattie Simpson, of Talbotton, returned with her uncle, Captain A. Fort, and is visiting him at the King House.

Miss Blanche King, the popular daughter of Mr. and Mrs. G.W. King of the King House, will soon open a millinery store at Box Springs.

Notwithstanding that some portions of the Box Springs district received but little rain last summer, and made a very poor crop, the merchants here all seem to be doing a thriving business.

The Talbotton New Era

Thursday, March 5, 1908 Page 3

Charlie Ferguson February 25 1908

Woodland Items

Charlie, the little son of Mr. and Mrs. T.W. Ferguson, who was so severely burned, died last Wednesday night and was buried at Concord Church Thursday afternoon.

The Talbotton New Era

Thursday, December 24, 1903 Page 7

Ned Jack Ferguson December 18 1903

Talbot Negro Hanged

Ned Jack Ferguson, a Negro, who was convicted at the October term of Worth Superior Court for murder, was hanged in Sylvester, Ga., Friday. He confessed that he killed Ben Bethel nine years ago at Talbotton. He also said he killed a convict at Worth, Ga., with a knife while he was serving a life sentence for the murder of Ben Bethel. In his statement he said he had never been
a bad man, had been reared right and was forced to commit the crime he did. He requested the court and the jurors to be careful about accepting testimony. He said he believed he was prepared to meet his God. He exercised excellent nerve until the last moment, when Sheriff Sumner pulled the lever. Immediately after his death his body was expressed to the anatomical state board at Atlanta.

The Columbus Ledger-Enquirer

Friday, September 26, 2003 Obituaries

Annie Laura Morgan Fielder September 24 2003

Annie Laura Morgan Fielder Junction City, Ga. ' Annie Laura Morgan Fielder, age 98, of Junction City, Ga., died Wednesday, Sept. 24 at Georgia Baptist Meriwether Hospital in Warm Springs, Ga. Funeral services will be held 11 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 27 at Junction City Baptist Church with Rev. William B. Clover officiating, assisted by Rev. William Hartley. Entombment will follow in the Junction City Cemetery Mausoleum, according to Talbotton Funeral Home, Talbotton. Visitation is this
evening from 6 to 8 p.m. at the funeral home. Mrs. Fielder was born May 30, 1905 in Talbot County, a daughter of William Kindred Morgan and Laura Ann Spinks Morgan. She was retired from the Talbot County ASCS Office and was a member of Junction City Baptist Church.
Mrs. Fielder was preceded in death by her husband, William Terrell Fielder.
Survivors include nieces and nephews.

The Talbotton New Era

Thursday, March 14, 1907 Page 3

Julian Foster February 22 1907

Obituary Little Julian, son of Mr. and Mrs. C.B. Foster, was born July 18th, 1906, and died Feb. 22nd, 1907. As a bud of some rare flower, placed in receptacle to shed its beauty and fragrance for the beholder, so the bright face and perfect form of Julian had been placed in the home of his fond
parents. We cannot wonder that God willed to transplant the sweet little blossom, but even as we bow in submission to Him, we cannot but long for the glimpse of Julian's angelic face. We extend our sympathy to the grief-stricken family.

The Talbotton New Era

Thursday, September 24, 1908 Page 3

S.D. Foster September 10 1908

S.D. Foster Dead

Died, at the home of his son, L.A. Foster, in this city September 10, at 2:30 p.m., 1908, Mr. S.D. Foster, aged 80 years, 3 months and 29 days. He was born in Gwinett County, Ga., May 11, 1828. When four years old his father moved to Talbot County, where he lived till 1895, when he moved to Texas and since resided in Bosque County. He enlisted in the Confederate army in 1861, remained to the close, was in a number of hard fought battles but came out without any mark of the enemy upon him. A remarkable fact connected with the family record is that he and six brothers all went through the war and only one received a wound.
He was married to Mrs. Rhoda E. Kindrick September 3, 1866, to this union six children were born, five of whom were at his bedside when death came, one having died in infancy. Mr. Foster was never sick in his life until about a year ago when he was taken with heart trouble and gradually grew worse until the end came.
The deceased had been a constant member of the Methodist church 38 years, was at his place at the hour of service as long as he was able. He made many friends; in fact all who knew him was his friend and
sturdy constitution and continued to be active long after the age of which most regarded him as a pure Christian gentleman. He was a man of excellent habits, fine moral character, men drop out of the ranks of active life. He is gone, another name stricken from the ever-lessening roll of the old veterans, and a solitary woman in the evening of life is bereft of the strong arm upon which she had so long leaned. And such is human nature that these tender human ties cannot be severed without a pang. Yet in such a death there really is no cause for grief. His life work was done and well done. He had passed his four score years and weary with life's duties and cares and waiting he lay down to rest and wake up to see a brighter day. Besides a devoted wife he leaves five sons, Tom of Erath County; John of Purvis; Charley of Hico, L.A. of this place and E.B., of this community, and a host of friends to mourn his departure, but they sorrow not as those who have no hope.
The funeral service was conducted today in Riverside cemetery by Rev. G.H. McAnally after which the body was laid to rest to await the resurrection day. ' Iredell Texas Sentinel

The Talbotton New Era

Thursday, August 31, 1905
Page 7
Obituary-George Fouche August 26 1905

Personal ItemsMr. George Fouche died at his home at Poulan, Georgia, on last Saturday after a short illness. He was well known in Talbot County, having been born and raised near Talbotton. He married Miss Mary Benus of this county.

The Talbotton New Era

Thursday, March 19, 1908 Page 5

Mrs. W.M. Fowler March 14 1908

Poplar and PrattsburgMrs. W.M. Fowler, wife of Mr. Morgan Fowler, after a lingering sickness of a month, died last Saturday at her home in Poplar. Mrs. Fowler will be sadly missed at home and in the community in which she lived. She was an affectionate wife and mother, a good neighbor, a consistent member of the Methodist church. She was laid to rest at Wesley Chapel last Sunday, Rev. Tobe Kendel performing the burial service, her pastor being unable to be there. We extend to the sorrowing husband and children and numerous relatives our sincere sympathy in this hour of deep distress.

The Talbotton New Era

Thursday, March 11, 1909 Page 2

Armantine Freeman March 6 1909

Miss Armantine Freeman After a brief illness, Miss Armantine Freeman died at the home of her parents, Mr. and Mrs. C.O. Freeman on Saturday morning, March 6th. Miss Freeman was a bright, beautiful girl just budding into womanhood. She was admired by all who knew her. The remains were interred at Mathews Chapel Cemetery amid a large assembly of sorrowing friends. The deepest sympathy of a wide circle of friends goes out to the bereaved family.

The Talbotton New Era

Thursday, June 27, 1907 Page 6

C. Olin Freeman June 23 1907

Olin Freeman Dies In Atlanta

Death Was A Great Shock to His Family and Friends ' Was Popular in Talbotton The death of Olin Freeman in Atlanta on last Sunday night has brought the bitter cup of sorrow to the lips of his friends and relatives. The following account of his death is from the Atlanta Constitution of Tuesday morning: After kissing his wife goodnight, C.O. Freeman, of 37 Carnegie Way, who had recently, came to Atlanta from Talbotton, Ga., went up stairs to his room, and going into the bathroom, swallowed a dose of poison, either laudanum or arsenic, and his death resulted within one hours' time. Mr. Freeman and his wife were married just three months ago. They came to Atlanta several weeks ago, and Mr. Freeman had not succeeded in obtaining a position. He and his wife were on the porch at the place they boarded for several hours, and Mr. Freeman was apparently in the best of spirits, laughing and joking. He was the life of the party. About 10:30 o'clock he said it was time to go to bed, and rising from his chair, kissed his wife goodnight and went to his room then going into the bathroom took the dose, which ended his life. It is not known whether the poison he took was arsenic or laudanum. After taking the poison he reentered his room and went to bed. Shortly afterwards his wife left the party on the porch and went to her room. About 11 o'clock she called for a doctor, stating that her husband was ill.
A physician was summoned and after working with the sick man for some length of time, he apparently recovered, and the doctor left the house. Ten minutes afterward, Mr. Freeman's death occurred.

Thursday, July 4, 1907
Page 1

Not A Suicide Says The Wife

Mrs. C.O. Freeman Writes About Death Of Her Husband The Constitution has received the following letter from Mrs. C.O. Freeman, of Talbotton, Ga., concerning the death of her husband, in Atlanta:
Talbotton, Ga., June 27
Editor, Atlanta Constitution -
The reports contained in the Atlanta papers concerning my husband's death are misleading, in that it was said to be suicide. My husband had suffered for weeks with pains in his heart, and on the night of his death he was suffering with a headache, and took a headache powder. I am sure the powder contained something that affected his heart, for when the effects were first apparent he seemed to be in a smothering condition; he could not get his breath, and complained of his heart, and asked for whiskey. Now, I cannot believe that my dear husband was a willful suicide, for our relations were so sweet and beautiful. He was always so kind and gentle. There was no earthly reason for him to have willfully done such an act. He had secured a position and would have gone to work Monday, and we had sufficient money for our every need. I prefer to believe the testimony of my dear husband than the conclusions of anyone else, and I must, therefore, believe that his tragic and untimely death coming to him in the flower of his young manhood, with a young wife of only three months, who loved him devotedly, and which he fully reciprocated, was other than the result of an awful mistake in taking, what he thought, to be a headache powder.
Please be kind enough to publish this correction, as I cannot subscribe to the charge of suicide by my husband.
Mrs. C.O. Freeman, Jr.
Atlanta Constitution

The Talbotton New Era

Thursday, September 17, 1908 Page 2

Mary Freeman September 10 1908

Little MaryGod sent to brighten the home of Mr. and Mrs. J.H. Freeman on June 22, 1908, a little daughter, Mary Virginia ' like a tender vine, this tiny babe quickly entwined with the golden cords of love, the hearts of fond parents, brothers, sister, loved ones and friends. Tenderly, loved ones watched o'er her, loving hands ministered to her, hoping each new day would bring health and strength, yet God willed otherwise for on Sept. 10, 1908 her little spirit was wafted on angel wings to the sweet haven of rest. While 'tis sad to give up our little darling, God knows best and transplants the tender rosebud for His own glory. 'Sweet little darling, light of the home,
Looking for someone, beckoning come;
Safe with the angels, whiter than snow,
Watching for dear ones waiting below.'
Cousin

The Talbotton New Era

Thursday, July 5, 1906 Page 6

Obituary-T.A. Freeman July 2 1906

Death of Mr. T.A. FreemanMr. T.A. Freeman, one of the best-known citizens of Talbot County, died at his home three miles northwest of Talbotton at ten o'clock Monday morning.

The Talbotton New Era

Thursday, July 29, 1909 Page 3

Annie G. Fryer July 23 1909

Died News has reached Atlanta of the death Friday afternoon of Miss Annie Fryer, at the home of her parents, Mr. and Mrs. R.C. Fryer in Woodland, Ga. Miss Fryer was a graduate of Grady Hospital training for nurses and was well known and popular in Atlanta. She was a sister of Mrs. C.S. Stockton of Atlanta.
Shortly after her graduation two years ago, Miss Fryer was taken ill and was an invalid up to the time of her death.
Thursday, August 19, 1909
Page 7

In MemoriamThe subject of this sketch, Annie G. Fryer, third daughter of Mr. and Mrs. R.C. Fryer, was born in Talbot County March 10, 1884 and on July 23, 1909 her freed spirit winged its flight back to the God who gave it. Tis truly sad that 'Life is what we make it.' So very early in her life she began to build her character and life for the 'World Beautiful.' When at twilight her little bare feet would patter to her mother's knee and she would lisp, 'prayer me mama, prayer me.' Oh! the faith and innocence of childhood how it takes hold on God. As she grew into young maidenhood she developed a bright mind blended with a cheery, happy disposition attracting to her many admiring friends, all of whom she held by her personal magnetism and gentle manner, kindly spirit which always responded to any who were in distress or affliction. This phase of her nature was so truly manifested when her older brother was by a sad accident deprived of one arm she became his ministering angel and was day and night untiring in her efforts to comfort and cheer him. At the same time helping mother in all domestic affairs. Thus showing the sympathetic side of her loving nature to all in the home.
When verging into young womanhood, life held for her a deeper meaning and she
longed to widen her sphere of usefulness, hence she chose for her vocation that of a trained nurse for this she placed herself under training for a three years course at Grady Hospital, Atlanta, Ga., while there she progressed fast and by her kindly spirit and faithful ministries to all alike both rich and poor, high and low she endeared herself to all inmates of the hospital, drawing to herself friends true and tried who afterwards proved their loyalty to her when she was in the throes of sad affliction. While in Atlanta she united with the Episcopal church and was also a member of The Guild of Saint Barnabas she loved her church and this little band of Christian workers. She often said each was a benediction and a tower of strength for her, when sorrow and affliction came and her faith wavered they would point her to God and his unfailing promises to all who trusted His love and mercy. When about completing her course of training she fell victim to a very fatal disease which forced her to give up her life work and seek for her own health the life giving air of health resorts in North Carolina and the North Georgia Mountains, these combined with best medical skill rendered her, all failed to restore the roses of health then she came home to spend her last days amid the circle of loved ones at her own lovely home nestling between Oak and Pine Mountains of Talbot and Meriwether Counties. Here when disease and death laid his icy touch on her wan cheek her patience and Christian virtues shone out brightest and her faith with an unfaltering trust wedded itself more closely on the cross of Christ and anchored her soul safely in the haven of rest prepared by our God for those who cast their all on Him who died that we might live again with Him in that beautiful home of the soul. She went away like the setting of a beautiful star behind the hills of God after chasing away the darkness of a long night. Truly there is no death our loved ones only vanish from this earth to join our loved ones gone before.

One Who Loved Her

Obituary
Lucy Fuller-June 13, 1904

The Talbotton New Era, June 16, 1904 The Talbotton New Era Thursday, June 16, 1904 Page 8 Death of a Good Woman Mrs. Lucy Fuller died Monday night at the residence of her son, Mr. R.S. Fuller, after a lingering illness. She having lived to the ripe old age of eighty-five years. Her children who survive her are Mr. A.W. Fuller of Ada, I.T., Mr. R.S. Fuller, and Mrs. Francis Johnson of Shiloh. She as the stepmother of Mr. Thomas Fuller of Geneva and Prof. J.F. Fuller of Columbus. A sister survives her in Dawson, and a brother, Mr. A.T. Candler in Geneva. She was a devoted member of the Methodist church and was a woman of unusually Christian virtues and unselfish nature, for wherever the hand of affliction rested she was there to soothe and comfort. For years she had only been waiting for the Master's call to that Celestial City, where a bright crown awaits her. Her lamp was trimmed and burning. She went out peacefully and into the presence of her Saviour in whom she had implicitly trusted. The funeral services were held at home by her pastor, Rev. E.F. Garden. The interment being at Ephesus Presbyterian Church by the side of her husband. The casket was laden with lovely floral designs emblems of the pure life 'Aunt Fuller' had always lived. She awaits her loved ones 'Over the river'. C.E.M.

The Talbotton New Era

Thursday, August 2, 1906 Page 3

Obituary-George Funderburk July 14 1906

Box Springs

Little George Funderburk, son of Mr. and Mrs. W.D. Funderburk of Columbus was buried here at Box Springs cemetery July 14th. We extend to these grief stricken parents our deepest sympathy.

The Talbotton New Era

Thursday, November 8, 1906 Page 5

Obituary-T.N. Gibson November 6 1906

Death of T.N. GibsonTuesday morning at two o'clock Mr. T.N. Gibson, one of the oldest and most respected citizens of Talbotton, died at his home on College Street. His death was due to a general breakdown in health. Mr. Gibson was a man who had a great many friends. He was openhearted and generous, and many a man in need has received help at his door. He will be greatly missed in the community.
Mr. Gibson is survived by his wife and
several children, namely: Messrs. Bob, Albert and Ben Gibson, of Talbotton, Mrs. Geo. Lowe of Box Springs, Mrs. Geo. Brightwell, of Pelham, Mrs. (no name given) of Macon, and Misses Jennie and Susie Gibson of Talbotton. His entire family have the sympathy of the people of the town and county in their sorrow. The funeral services were conducted from the home on Tuesday afternoon and the remains of this honored citizen were tenderly laid to rest at Oak Hill cemetery, Rev. Francis McCullough conducting the ceremonies.

The Talbotton New Era

Thursday, October 5, 1905 Page 2
Obituary-J.H. Gilmore September 1905

Death of Governor Gilmore

Governor J.H. Gilmore, who was probably the eldest citizen of Talbot County, died at his home five miles west of Talbotton last week. He had been in feeble health for several months, due to his extreme age and his death was not unexpected. At the time of his death Governor
Gilmore was eighty-six years of age. He was a member of Olive Lodge of Masons and one of the best-known men of the order. The funeral occurred near Geneva and was conducted by members of the local Mason order. Governor Gilmore is survived by several children, two daughters residing with him at the time of his death.

The Talbotton New Era

Thursday, June 27, 1907 Page 2

Martha Ann Gilmore June 23 1907

Death of Miss Martha Ann GilmoreDied in Columbus Sunday ' Buried Near Geneva Monday Miss Martha Ann Gilmore, a daughter of the late Governor Gilmore of Talbot County, died in Columbus on last Sunday afternoon. The remains were brought to Geneva on the afternoon train Monday,
and interred at Cox's cemetery near that place in the afternoon, Rev. J.T. Wade officiating. The deceased was about 50 years of age, and lived about four miles west of Talbotton the greater part of her life. She moved to Columbus about two years ago. She is survived by two brothers, Thomas and James Gilmore, and two sisters.

The Talbotton New Era

Thursday, October 20, 1904
Page 7
Obituary - Eugene Gostin October 14 1904

Personal Items Mr. Eugene Gostin died at his home near Prattsburg Friday after an illness of two weeks. Mr. Gostin was a man with many friends and they will regret to learn of his untimely death. Mr. Gostin was in the prime of age. The remains were carried to Macon Saturday and the interment took place there, the funeral services being conducted from the home of his brother, Dr. J.M. Gostin, of that city.

The Talbotton New Era

Thursday, April 1, 1909 Page 6

Mrs. Tip Grant March 29 1909

Mrs. Tip Grant died at the home of her son, Dr. Grant, at Stinson on Monday after a brief illness caused by paralysis. Mrs. Grant lived in Talbotton two years and had endeared herself to many who grieve at the passing of this good
and noble woman. She was the mother of Mrs. C.C. Grant. She is survived by her husband and several children. Mr. and Mrs. Grant, with their family attended the funeral at Stinson on Tuesday.

The Talbotton New Era

Thursday, July 25, 1907 Page 6

Death of Mr. Hal G. Gray July 16 1907

Died at Jacksonville Tuesday of Last Week
Mr. Hal G. Grey died at the hospital in Jacksonville, Fla., on Tuesday of last week, being sick for only a short time. His remains were carried to Milledgeville, his old home, and interred in the cemetery at that place. His wife and two children, who survive him, are in Talbotton at the home of Mrs. Grey's parents, Mr. and Mrs. J.D. Smith. *Note ' The spelling the last name is spelled as both Gray and Grey in this article. I have no way of knowing which is the correct spelling.

The Talbotton New Era

Thursday, November 29, 1906 Page 6

Obituary-Margaret Green November 26 1906

Death of Miss Margaret GreenMiss Margaret Green died at the home of her sister, Mrs. Henry Mathews, near Ypsilanti on last Monday. She had been quite sick for a long time and her death was not unexpected. Her remains were carried to Mathew's Chapel and buried in the cemetery there on Tuesday. A large number of friends
and relatives attended the funeral. Miss Green was about 60* years of age and was a sister of Mrs. T.A. Freeman, Mrs. Henry Mathews and of the late Finley and Henry Green.
*Note - Miss Green's age is blurred in the article, it is either 60 or 69.

The Talbotton New Era

Thursday, January 9, 1908 Page 6

Persons B. Griffith December 31 1907

Death of Mr. P.B. GriffithAs will be seen elsewhere, Mr. Persons B. Griffith died at his home at Eatonton, Ga., on Tuesday, December 31st, after a long but patient illness. Mr. Griffith was a son of the late Dr. Griffith, born and raised in Butler, who for many years was one of the most useful and influential citizens of this county. About ten years ago Mr. Griffith moved from Reynolds to Eatonton, Ga., where he met with much success in business and reared a large family. Mr. Griffith was not only a kind, loving husband and father but a Christian gentleman and a useful member of the Methodist church. He had hosts of friends and relatives in this county who will exceedingly regret to learn of his death. Mr. Griffith was for many years a bright and interesting correspondent of the Herald, whose death is lamented more than words can express. To his bereaved family and loved ones we offer our deepest sympathy.
Butler Herald

The Talbotton New Era

Thursday, July 12, 1906 Page 3

Mrs. I. C. Hall July 11 1906

Death of Mrs. I.C. HallJust before going to press, we learn of the death of Mrs. I.C. Hall, which occurred about eleven o'clock yesterday. Mrs. Hall had been sick for many months. She was a member of the Baptist church and a good Christian woman. The funeral will take place some time today.

The Talbotton New Era

Thursday, January 14, 1909 Page 6

Joseph Brown Hall January 13 1909

Died

Joseph Brown Hall, infant son of Mr. and Mrs. B.M. Hall on Wednesday. The interment occurred today at Oak Hill Cemetery.

Thursday, January 21, 1909
Page 2

Joseph Brown Hall
Aged Six Months'Where did you come from baby dear?
Out of the everywhere into here '
But how did you come to us, you dear?
God thought of you, and so I am here.'
Thus God did think of the hearts and home of Mr. and Mrs. B.M. Hall. This beautiful boy was the mission child. He
was the angel of peace, the flower of love, the jewel of comfort and the sunshine of hope. A lifetime of six months, how brief a span, yet, when reckoned by the joys dispensed, calendars and dates play no part. His presence seemed to draw love and kindness from the hearts of the household, scattering the rays throughout the home. Sorrow broods over the home, the mother's lullaby is hushed, the mirth of brothers and sisters has ceased; for, the sunny curls droops over closed eyelids, the dimpled hands are cold and waxen, the little form sleeps beneath a coverlet of flowers and its gentle spirit is wafted to the bosom of God. But, the message it brought, lingers deep in the hearts of the loved ones. A little child shall lead them in the paths of righteousness for His name's sake.

The Talbotton New Era

Thursday, October 7, 1909 Page 2

Thomas Hall September 29 1909

Death of Mr. Thomas Hall

It was on Wednesday, Sept. 29th, that Mr. Hall 'crossed the bar and saw face to face his Pilot and his God.' For two years and a half, he had been a sufferer, but with that dauntless courage manifested always as a soldier, he never faltered nor wavered.
Several months ago he sought the healing waters of Florida, and was greatly benefited.
He was eager to attend the Veterans reunion in Athens, but did not go; ere his comrades returned, he had joined the gathered hosts of the Grey on the other shore.
Only a few brief years ago, he built a
cozy cottage on Talbot Heights. To him the Mecca of his life's pilgrimage was his own hearthstone. Here he and his gentle wife dwelt in blessed contentment. Mr. Hall was ever faithful, patriotic and kind. He served his country from the highest sense of loyalty and duty, and leaves behind him an honorable record as soldier and patriot. Of this his surviving comrades delight to tell.
He acted well his part and was ready to obey the summons, and sleeps in the church yard at Mathews Chapel. Besides his wife he leaves nine children. They are: Mr. Seab R. Hall of Talbot County, Mr. William Hall of Dolomite, Ala., Mr. Jesse Hall of Columbus, Messrs. Ben and Homer Hall, Mrs. Estelle Beck of Cleola, Mrs. Helen Moon of Shiloh, Mrs. Marilu Moon who lives at the Hall homestead in the county.

The Talbotton New Era

Thursday, February 13, 1908 Page 6

Mr. G.C. Harbuck Has Passed Away

Another Old Confederate Veteran Crosses The River Jordan
Mr. G.C. Harbuck died at his residence on Talbotton Avenue yesterday morning at 7:30 o'clock after an illness of eight days of lagrippe. He was 62 years of age and was a well-known confederate veteran, having served the Southern confederacy in the Fifth Georgia Regiment of the Infantry. His father, Mr. J.M. Harbuck, survives him and he leaves a wife and eight children, who are as follows: Messrs. J.H., J.T., C.E. and Miss Nettie Harbuck of Columbus; Mr. H.A. Harbuck of Phenix City; Mr. W.J. Harbuck and Mrs. G.G. Garrett and Mrs. A.A. Dennis, of Girard. He is also survived by three brothers, J.M. Harbuck, Jr. of Talbotton, Ga.; Joe Harbuck of Juniper, Ga., and Tom Harbuck of Texas. A sister, Mrs. Riley, of Texas, also survives Mr. Harbuck. The funeral will take place from the residence on Talbotton Avenue this morning at 10 o'clock, the services being conducted by Rev. M. Ashby Jones. The remains will be carried to Box Springs, Ga., this afternoon at 1 o'clock and interment will take place there this afternoon. The following gentlemen will be pall bearers: Messrs. S.J. Adams, L.M. Everett, W.H. Page, J.H. Hawkins, J.G. Keeley and M.E. Dennis. ' Saturday's Enquirer

The Talbotton New Era

Thursday, October 26, 1905 Page 7

Obituary-H.H. Harden October 24 1905

'Blessed are the dead who die in the Lord.'The death of Mr. H.H. Harden occurred at his residence in the Valley district on last Tuesday evening. Mr. Harden presented one of the best types of moral and spiritual worth. He was a humble, private citizen, tender and devoted husband, an affectionate and generous father, a good neighbor and a faithful friend, an honorable and useful citizen.
He was a member of the Missionary Baptist in which he loved faith he died. He beautifully illustrated his Christian character by the great patience with which he bore his suffering.
We extend to his family our prayers and Christian sympathy and share their grief that he is with them no more, but by the grace of God we will meet him in the city of gold.

The Talbotton New Era

Thursday, August 13, 1903 Page 6

John Hardnett August 1903

Local News
John Hardnett KilledAnother killing has taken place in Talbot County and now four men are in jail charged with murder. A few days ago Alex Harris had a pistol in his pocket and on being approached by John Hardnett near Pleasant Hill, this county, who asked him for a dime, answered that he would not give him a dime but would give him a bullet, whereupon he pulled his gun and fired. Harris claimed he was funning and didn't think the gun was loaded until it fired. Hardnett told Dr. Jackson who attended him just before he died that they were tampering with the gun and that the shooting was accidental. But other evidence of the existence of malice was adduced and the justice saw best to bind him over.

The Talbotton New Era

Thursday, March 28, 1907 Page 7

John Harris March 21 1907

Death of a Good ManInto a home of love and happiness on last Thursday morning, the spirit of Rev. John Harris was borne from earth to heaven. The work of this man was finished, having attained his four score and ten years, and served many years in preaching God's word in the ministry of the Missionary Baptist Church. The long, weary months of illness were endured with patience, and as the end drew nigh and the glory of immortality burst over his vision, rapture filled his soul, and the pangs of death were lost in victory. Fully realizing that he 'had done what he could', he expressed a desire to be re-united with that beloved companion who preceded several years to the glory land. The deceased leaves a son, Mr. Dixie Harris, several daughters, Mrs. O.V. Fuller, of Abbeville, Ga., Mrs. R.S. Sparks, Mrs. C.F. Carter, Mrs. E.A. Fuller, Mrs. J.M. Robertson and Miss Leila Harris, whose untiring devotion to her father was beautiful. A good many grand and great grandchildren also mourn the loss of this good man. The funeral services were conducted by Rev. Underwood at Valley Grove Church, where the deceased was almost a lifetime member.

The Talbotton New Era

Thursday, January 23, 1908 Page 2

Carrie Lula Hall Harris January 1908

Death of Mrs. Carrie Harris

News has been received in Talbotton of the death of Mrs. Lula Harris, who died in Texas a few days ago. Mrs. Harris was Miss Carrie Hall of Talbot County, and a sister of Mrs. L.W. Smith, of Talbotton.

The Talbotton New Era

Thursday, January 16, 1908 Page 6

Mrs. E.T. Harris January 10 1908

Death of Mrs. E.T. Harris

Mrs. E.T. Harris of Waycross, died in Atlanta on Friday morning at two o'clock. She had been in poor health for a number of years and had been in Atlanta about a month under the treatment of a physician. It was thought that she was improving very rapidly and her death came as quite a shock to her family and friends. The remains were brought to Talbotton on the early train on Saturday morning and the funeral was conducted from the home of Mr. W.N. McGehee on Saturday
afternoon, Rev. Francis McCullough and Rev. J.G. Harrison conducting the services. The body was tenderly laid away at Oak Hill Cemetery. Mrs. Harris was fifty-one years of age, being the oldest child of Rev. and Mrs. J.B. McGehee of Waycross. She is survived by her husband, Mr. E.T. Harris, one child, Miss Charlie Hurt Harris, three brothers, Messrs. J.H., E.H., and W.N. McGehee, of Talbotton, and by three sisters, Mrs. J.T. Dixon of West Point, Mrs. L.L. Rawls of Waycross and Mrs. George Lilly of Quitman.

The Talbotton New Era

Thursday, January 23, 1908 Page 3

Sallie E. Foster Hendricks January 13 1908

Death of Mrs. J.D. Hendricks

January 13th, just as the sun was peeping over the eastern horizon and all the world seemed bright and gay a cloud hovered over the home of Mr. J.D. Hendricks and the angel of death entered and gently bore away the spirit of beloved wife, Mrs. Sallie E. Hendricks. She was born January 21st, 1860 and had been married about 29 years. Before her marriage she was Miss Sallie E. Foster, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Samuel Foster. About two weeks before her death she had measles and had recovered they thought, but on the 10th she grew worse and suffered intensely until four hours before she died when she fell into a deep sleep and could never be awakened. She was a good Christian woman, had been a member of
the Methodist church since her girlhood. She had an unusually kind gently disposition and her husband and children were perfectly devoted to her and all who knew her loved her. Weep not fond husband and children, we know it is hard to give her up, we know you will miss her more than word's can tell and there is a vacant place in your home and hearts that can never be filled, but it is such consolation to know that she is safe with Jesus. We know not why God thus afflicts us, but He says, 'whom he loveth he chasteneth.' You are the husband and children of one of God's brightest and sweetest angels. She stands on the other shore with outstretched arms beaconing you to come where all is peace and love.
One Who Loved Her

The Talbotton New Era

Thursday, January 23, 1908 Page 3

Sallie Mae Hendricks January 20 1908

In Loving Memory of Sallie Mae Hendricks

Again the angel of death has come to the home of Mr. J.D. Hendricks and snatched from his loving arms his little sixteen year old daughter, Sallie Mae. She just lived one week and a few hours after her mother died. She too had measles and took pneumonia which caused her death. She was just budding into young ladyhood and the future was so bright but she was too pure for earth and its sins and ere the bud had matured God saw fit to pluck it and transplant it where it would be free from all earthly cares and sorrows. Sallie Mae had a very sweet and loving disposition and all who knew her loved
her. She was a member of the Methodist church and Sunday school and attended regularly. Dear loved ones we know your hearts are bleeding and almost broken but it grieves God to thus afflict us and his great heart now beats in loving sympathy with you.
Dear Sallie Mae suffered so much pain during the last few days of her life, but today she is free from all pain and with a smiling face stands by her mother's side watching for you.
One Who Loved Her

The Talbotton New Era

Thursday, April 1, 1909 Page 6

Robert Henry Hill 1909

Dr. Robert Henry Hill was born at Perote, Ala., in 1862. His parents were Dr. Robert Henry and Elizabeth Bryan Hill. His father died while the son was quite young. From his father, he inherited many brilliant qualities which combined with the mother's earnest gentle nature gave to him, a rare charm and magnetism. At the age of sixteen he came to Talbot Co., where he remained for two years. He then accepted a position at Perry. While there, he was gloriously converted, joined the Baptist church and was immersed by Dr. Hall. Of this occasion friends wrote many beautiful letters telling of the great spiritual blessings.
A number of years were spent out west, in Terre Haute, Indiana; he met Miss Flora Franklin who afterwards became his bride. Although his thoughts often turned to the profession of his father, yet it was his sister's influence that decided his life work. He studied at Louisville, Ky., and was awarded high honors and diplomas. Convinced that Chalybeate Springs and surrounding country needed the labors he generously and unselfishly consecrated his best energies to the welfare and happiness of others.
His heart beat with kindness, sweetness and charity. At home in his private life and among the people he loved and who loved him, he was a benediction. He was
their guide, their counselor, and their friend. He sympathized with their sorrows, rejoiced in their successes. The love and veneration, in which he was held, cannot be estimated. When the sad news flashed over the wires, 'Dr. Hill is dead', hearts ached and eyes filled with tears. Hundreds of people gathered around the bier, and strong men wept uncontrollably. It was a touching scene. Blessed are the men who can live in a community and thus die, loved, honored and esteemed as was Dr. Hill.
The path across those mountain fastnesses were not of ease and worldly pleasure, but all along the rugged journey, blossom the flowers of friendship, of kindly and generous deeds, which have shed their perfume to bless and gladden the lives of others and their fragrance will sweeten the years to come.
Rev. N.C. Underwood, with trembling voice and eloquent tribute, echoed the sentiments of those who knew and loved him so many years.
A long procession followed the casket to its last resting place. Loving hands banked high exquisite floral offerings. There, beneath the indespreading trees, within those mountains, so dear to his heart, he sleeps, and to those who stay behind, he bequeaths a priceless heritage.

The Talbotton New Era

Thursday, April 8, 1909 Page 6

Pope Hill April 5 1909

Pope S. Hill

Pope Hill, a prominent Macon lawyer who had been in McRae investigating the celebrated Dodge land case was found dead at 2 o'clock Monday morning in the office of the Dodge Lumber Company. Hon. Pope S. Hill was the son of John and Jennie Lester Hill, and a grandson of Judge Barnard Hill who lived in Talbotton and a nephew of the late Chancellor Walter B. Hill, of Athens. He visited relatives in Talbotton several years ago, and made friends who deeply regret his mysterious and untimely death. He was born at Warrenton, Ga., 46 years ago and is survived by a wife and child. For thirteen years he had been connected with the law firm of Nat E. and W.A. Harris of Macon.
Mr. Hill had gone to McRae as representative of his firm to look into certain phases of the Dodge land case '
a case of many years standing, which involves the titles to thousands of acres of land in Dodge and Telfair, and a case which had been marked by assassinations and armed resistance to law. Mr. Hill was working in the interest of the estate of Norman W. Dodge, of New York. The murder theory is strengthened by the fact his friends say, that recently he spoke of receiving several threatening letters and this recalls the bloody history of the land litigation in Telfair and Dodge counties.
The efforts of Mr. Dodge to oust claimants to his land caused the death of several persons some years ago, and when a United States officer was murdered the case got into the Federal courts before Judge Emory Speer and became a famous one in the court annals of Georgia.

The Talbotton New Era

Thursday, September 7, 1905
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Obituary-William Jesse Hinton September 6 1905

Mr. Jesse Hinton

After an illness of several weeks, Mr. Jesse Hinton died at his home five miles west of Talbotton on last Wednesday evening. His death cast a shadow over the entire community in which he lived. Mr. Hinton had been sick for several weeks with typhoid fever and although every possible medical attention was given him, his condition grew more serious every day until the final hour came.
His death was a peculiarly sad one. Mr. Hinton had lived at home with his father and mother, Mr. and Mrs. Robert Hinton, both of whom are very old, a sister and an afflicted brother. He was a young man, only twenty-five years of age, and looked after the entire business on the farm. It was upon him that all the responsibilities and burdens rested. He cared for his father and family and was a devoted son. His death has left a vacancy in the home circle which cannot be filled.
Mr. Hinton was a young man who had many friends. Perfectly fair to all of his business dealings, of an affable and pleasing disposition, he was held in the highest esteem by all who knew him. The interment took place at the family burying ground near his home and the funeral was largely attended.

Thursday, September 7, 1905
Page 7

Card of Thanks
We desire, through this medium, to extend grateful thanks to our neighbors and many friends who very kindly aided us during the recent sickness and death of our beloved son and brother, Jesse Hinton. Mr. and Mrs. R. Hinton
Miss Mattie Hinton
*Note - In the October 5th issue of the New Era on page 7, there is an article written in memory of William Jesse Hinton by Lynda Lee Bryan.

The Talbotton New Era

Thursday, July 12, 1906 Page 3

Obituary-Finley Mahone Holmes January 17 1906

In Memory of Finley Mahone Holmes

Man's disquiet and precarious hold on life and happiness is his sin-acquired legacy. Light and shadow chase each other; clouds obscure the starlight, the wall of sorrow mingles with laughter, the pallor of disease succeeds the flush of health, youth shrinks into imbecility, and in the midst of life we are in death. Man realizes that 'There is nothing true but Heaven', accepts his entailed lot and goes to his long home. This tribute of love and appreciation is dedicated to the memory of Finley Mahone Holmes who died at his father's residence in Talbot County, January 17, 1906. His death was sudden, following a long season of sickness and suffering which he bore patiently and bravely. Such heroic endurance can come only of Christian resignation. When a boy he united with the M.E. Church, believing himself too frail from 'the infirmities of the flesh' to deserve heaven, he was grateful for the assurance of faith that a vicarious atonement had been made for him and
accepted the reward which he claimed as the free personal gift from a merciful God. He was modest and diffident, yet he believed firmly, acted unhesitatingly and gladly left the result with 'Him who doeth all things well.' The fundamental characteristics of his life were a love of truth and justice, a respect for law and order. He deplored the appearance of insincerity and hypocrisy. His life though quiet and retired was an open book of protest against the plea that circumstances alter cases, 'that the difference between wrong and right is relative and not absolute.' He was not self-assertive but his acts were the expressions of his convictions and sentiments. He was generous in his charity, fidelity marked his friendship and a self- sacrificing devotion and affection were the inspiration of his life in the realm of the home. Those who knew him best loved him most. In his death his loved ones sustain an irreparable loss, which we hope is his eternal gain.

The Talbotton New Era

Thursday, August 12, 1909 Page 3

Emma I. Holmes August 7 1909

Miss Emma I. Holmes

Saturday night, August 7th, at 12 o'clock, a silent messenger came and conducted the spirit of Miss Emma I. Holmes, to a land of fadeless beauty, and just as the first rays of the rising sun was ushering another peaceful Sabbath morning, the wires flashed the sad intelligence to her many friends. She had only been critically ill nine days. All that the devoted love of her two sisters', Mrs. F.E. Bryan and Miss Jennie D. Holmes, all that the medical skill of her physicians, Drs. E.L. Bardwell, W.P. Leonard and W. Holmes Clements could suggest was most gladly done for her, but was powerless to keep her longer here.
When the strange, white solitude of peace, sweet peace, has settled over the features of our friends and loved ones, a very natural impulse is to sum up all we ever knew of them, and then place in memory's casket, our estimate of them. Reviewing dear Daisy's life, the words, 'loyal, faithful, true and affectionate' seem most applicable as description of her character. She was a lady of artistic taste and comprehension mind with a rare
gift of explanation. She was born and reared in a Christian home, surrounded by the refining and emobling influences of pious parents, brothers and sisters. She was pre- eminently original and energetic. Three brothers, Messrs. W.T., R.A. and J.O. Holmes, and two sisters, Mrs. Fannie E. Bryan and Miss Jennie D. Holmes, survive her. She was a member of the Presbyterian Church at Woodland, where her remains were laid to rest on Sunday, Dr. J.B. McGehee performing the last sad rites. The many lovely floral offerings laid upon the casket and the grave betokened the high esteem in which she was held by her friends, neighbors and relatives among whom she lived.
'Over in that blissful Eden,
In that home beyond the skies,
It will be a happy meeting,
When from death we shall arise.
Fare you well our precious Daisy,
We are coming by and by,
We shall soon be reunited,
In that home beyond the sky.'
Mary Lee Couch

The Talbotton New Era

Thursday, August 9, 1906 Page 7

Obituary-Mattie Norris Hopkins February 1 1906

In Memoriam

Mrs. Mattie Norris Hopkins, daughter of Cornelius A. and Laura A. Norris, deceased, died at the home of her sister, Mrs. W.B. Pye, at Pleasant Hill, Talbot County, Ga., Monday, Feb. 1, 1906. She was born in Upson County, near Thomaston, where she lived until her father's death, after which she resided with her sister, Mrs. J.C. Pye, at Pleasant Hill, until her marriage to Dr. S. Clark Hopkins in Dec. 1901. Her home has since been at Conyers, Ga.
It is seldom the task of an obituary writer to chronicle the death of one so truly sad as that of the dear sister mentioned above. Every circumstance connected with her sickness and death, tend to make it a peculiarly touching and pathetic one. But a few short years ago she was a happy bride, with every promise of a bright and useful future, but alas how vain are human hopes! How frail! How delusive!
In July 1905, while on a visit to her sister, Mrs. W.A. Andrews, in Roanoke, Val., she was stricken with fever, which after a few weeks developed into that
fatal malady Millinay Tuberculosis. All that medical skill could avail and the unremitting attention of loving sisters, relatives and friends was bestowed freely, but nothing could stay the hand of death or alleviate her sufferings, which were great. She joined the Pilgrim Baptist Church in 1901, and lived a worthy, true and faithful member. Her disposition was of that lovely type that caused all who knew her intimately to love her dearly. Her devotion as a wife and mother were indeed unexceptionable. Never was a mother more careful of or more devoted to her little one than was she to little Martha Clark.
The burial services were conducted by Elders J.F. Almond and S.F. Bentley in Thomaston, where her remains were laid to rest.
In addition to her husband and little daughter, she leaves five sisters, four brothers and a large number of relatives and friends to mourn her departure.
Estelle

Obituary
Mary Howard-June, 16, 1904

The Talbotton New Era, June 23, 1904 The Talbotton New Era Thursday, June 23, 1904 Page 6 Death of a Child Mary Howard, the nine months old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. J.K. Wimberly, died at the house of its parents near Centerville Monday at noon. The little child had been sick for several weeks. The interment took place at Centerville Thursday morning at ten o'clock.

The Talbotton New Era

Thursday, November 29, 1906 Page 4

Obituary-Mrs. A.J. Hudgins August 8 1906

Sad, indeed was the seemingly untimely death of Mrs. A.J. Hudgins, though we know it was God's will. He knows best and the Savior needed her and in His infinite mercy and love took her home to heaven. She was born and raised in Upson County, and was 42 years old. She died Aug. 8th, near Centerville, and numbered her friends by the score. Her death has caused a sad gloom to fall over the community where she resided and where she was raised. She was married less than four years, and never did tire of trying to make home pleasant and a heaven on earth. She was a Christian lady and always ready to answer to any good cause for the upbuilding of Christ's kingdom here. Mrs. Hudgins was for some time a Sunday school teacher at Centerville Methodist Church where she was a member, and it was with regret that we had to give her
up as a teacher, but her health became so bad that she had to give up her class and she grew worse until the end came. To know her was to love her. We can for truth say this good sister is today resting with the angels, for she left this proof and what better? She said in her dying moments, the last words spoken by her, were, she told her dear husband 'That all was well.' And we say to the dear sad-hearted husband, the relatives, and all the people that knew her, that is only makes heaven and earth nearer to us. May God bless and cherish the sad and bereaved of this deceased sister. The funeral took place at Centerville church, the ceremonies being conducted by her pastor, Rev. Glenn. The interment was at Centerville cemetery and was largely attended.
R.L.P.