DEATHS IN THE HAMILTON NEWS PRESS 1895
1. BROWN, KIMBROUGH
HAMILTON NEWS PRESS, Jan. 2, 1895 – pg 4
We regret to chronicle the death of Hon. KIMBROUGH BROWN, which occurred at his home near Barnesville on last Saturday. Col. BROWN as he was familiarly known was one of Marion’s oldest and most highly respected citizens. He represented Marion County in the Legislature for 12 terms and in his last days took an active part in politics. Peace to his memory.
ALSO
HAMILTON NEWS PRESS, July 25, 1895
MASONIC FUNERAL NOTICE
The funeral service of Brother K. T. BROWN, deceased, will be held at Barnesville, on August 18, 1895 by Hamilton Lodge, No. 344 of which deceased was a member. Members of sister lodges are cordially invited to join in the service. G. N. STOCKES, W. M.
ALSO – AUGUST 22, 1895 ISSUE
On Sunday last agreeable to previous announcement, Hamilton Masonic Lodge attended the funeral of K. T. BROWN, deceased, who was a member of said lodge. A regular procession was formed and marched to the grave of the deceased brother, where the usual ceremonies were performed, JOHN ARNOLD, W. M. of Bexar Lodge, officiating,. The funeral sermon was preached by Rev. JACK MAYES. A large concourses of people attended the services which were interesting and impressive.
2. MAGAHA, Mr. J. L.
HAMILTON NEWS PRESS, Jan 17, 1895
The News Press regrets to announce the death of Mr. J. L. MAGAHA which occurred at his home near Winfield on last Monday night. The deceased was one of Marion’s most highly respected citizens and enjoyed the respect and confidence of all who knew him. Peace to his ashes.
3. LODEN, Mrs. L. M. (BELLE)
HAMILTON NEWS PRESS, Feb. 7, 1895
FROM WINFIELD
We are very sorry to chronicle the death of Mrs. BELLE LODEN, wife of L. M. LODEN of our town. Mrs. LODEN was a good Christian woman. Her suffering during her last hours was terrible, and death was a relief. “Blessed are they who sleep in Jesus.”
ALSO
HAMILTON NEWS PRESS, July 11, 1895
The funeral of Mrs. BELLE LODEN will be preached at the M. E. Church at Winfield, Ala on Sunday July 21st by Rev. D. W. WARD.
4. METCALFE, MILLIE
HAMILTON NEWS PRESS, Mar 7, 1895
MARION TERRELL, a colored man living near town accidentally shot a negro girl named MILLIE METCALFE on last Saturday night. It appears that they were engaged in play when a gun in the room was knocked down and discharged the charge of buckshot striking the girls’ arm.
5. PAUL, Mrs. NANCY
HAMILTON NEWS PRESS Mar 7, 1895
FROM PIKEVILLE
Mrs. NANCY PAUL died at her home about five miles north of this place on last Saturday at an advanced age. She was buried on Sunday at the CLARK graveyard. She was a worthy woman. She leaves several children, among whom are ROBERT PAUL and Mrs. JAMES B. CANTRELL.
6. THOMPSON, Mrs. LUCRETIA (nee ALLEN)
HAMILTON NEWS PRESS, March 14, 1895
Mr. FRANK ALLEN, a well known mechanic and millright of Winfield, Ala. and his daughter, Mrs. JOSIE GAMBLE, were in Jasper Saturday. They were returning home from Russellville, where they had been on a sad mission – to attend the burial of Mrs. LUCRETIA THOMPSON, the oldest daughter of Mr. ALLEN, and sister to Mrs. GAMBLE. – [Jasper Eagle]
7. JOHNSON, JOEL
HAMILTON NEWS PRESS, April 4, 1895
From Pikeville
Mr. JOEL W. JOHNSON was killed by a falling tree while working in his new ground at his home a few miles west of Pikeville on Tuesday evening.
Pikeville, Ala. April 1
8. DUKE, WM. , JR.
HAMILTON NEWS PRESS, April 25, 1895
From Detroit:
We are very sorry to learn of the suicide of an old friend and school mate, WM. DUKE, Jr. who was found on the 6th inst. by the roadside, near Shreveport, La. with his throat cut. He did it with a razor and no cause can be assigned for the rash act, but it is some relief to know he was not poverty stricken as he had money on his person and in bank at Ft. Worth, Texas, to the amount of $700. We extend to his aged parents and relatives living near here our heartfelt sympathy in their bereavement.
CLIP, Detroit, April 22
9. COX, BOB
HAMILTON NEWS PRESS, May 2, 1895
From Detroit:
A sad accident occurred on last Wednesday night on Splunge, a few miles northwest of here in Mississippi. TOLLIE COX and his son BOB went out after supper to mend up some log heaps and a large burning tree fell on the son, pining him to the ground. The father could not release him and while he was gone for help the young man was burned so severely that he died the next morning.
CLIP, Detroit, Ala. April 29
10. GANN, Daughter of Mr. JAMES
Hamilton May 16, 1895
FROM PIKEVILLE
The 10-year old daughter of Mr. JAMES GANN died last Saturday, and was buried at Liberty on Sunday afternoon.
Pikeville, May 14
11. WILLET, A. T.
HAMILTON NEWS PRESS, June 13, 1895
FROM PIKEVILLE
Mr. A. T. WILLET died yesterday about 1 o’clock. The immediate cause of his death was cancer of the face. He will be buried today at the old graveyard just south of this place.
Pikeville, Ala. June 11, ‘95
12. DENNIS, M. E. (VERTIE)
HAMILTON NEWS PRESS, June 27, 1895
It becomes our painful duty to announce the demise of Miss M. E. DENNIS, a half-sister of Mr. R. N. TERRILL, proprietor of the News-Press, which sad event occurred June 21, 1895. Miss DENNIS was afflicted with a cancer, and suffered untold agony for a long time. She endured her sufferings with Christian patience and fortitude, and died in the full triumph of faith. Her remains were interred in the cemetery at this place, on Saturday last, attended by a large concourse of mourning relatives and friends. Funeral services were rendered by Rev. H. T. CLARK assisted by Rev. W. A. BIVINS.
ALSO JULY 11
IN MEMORIUM
Without interruption death carries on its work, and the good and bad, and the great and small alike, fall victims to its ravages. To the thoughtful, how desolate the world seems when a Christian dies; but to the Christian there is no death. “He falls to rise upon some fairer shore.”
It is thus we feel with reference to the death of Sister VIRIE DENNIS, who died June 21, 1895, at the home of her mother.
Sister VIRIE has been a member of the United Baptist Church for about 15 years. While I was not acquainted with her but a few months, it was a pleasant acquaintance. It was much encouragement to visit her and see her so cheerful in her sickness. She would often express a desire to live, but would say “Not my will, but Thine.” God’s ways are not our ways.
The last four months of Sister VIRIE’S life was full of suffering from that life enemy cancer, and death often threw the shadow of his sable wings over her but in the act of dying, she seemed to rise superior to suffering or death. As the dove that has been breasting the storm for some time, by and by lifts itself above the angry storm, and on strong, swift and smooth wings, flies away to the calm and sunny air beyond the dark cloud, so did Sister VIRIE’S spirit soar above pain and light in the breast of Jesus.
On Saturday morning at 11 o’clock, the friends and relatives met at the cemetery at Hamilton to pay the last tribute of respect to the mortal remains of Sister VIRIE, and as well looked upon the body from which the spirit had fled, we felt that death did not come as a conqueror, but a messenger, bearing news so joyous that it made the departing soul smile for gladness.
Sister VIRTIE was loved by all who knew her. She was cheerful in all her suffering. I never visited a person who bore their afflictions with more patience than did Sister VIRIE. She was perfectly resigned to God’s will and ready to go at His calling.
“One by one they are crossing the river” and gathering where family circles will not be broken.
We extend our heartfelt sympathy to her good old mother, who stands on the bank of the river. Oh, God! Grant that the “water my not be chilly.” And to that loving brother whom she cherished so much, and who waited on her so faithfully – may he live such a life as to meet her in a better world. What will the reunion be after years of separation, toil, and faithfulness? God grant us all a place in this great family above, and give us grace, while here to say, “They will be done.”
W. A. BIVEN, Hamilton, Ala.
13. FREDERICK, Mrs. THOMAS
HAMILTON NEWS PRESS, July 18, 1895
Mrs. THOMAS FREDERICK died on Saturday after an illness of several months with consumption.
HACKLEBURG, ALA, July 15, ‘95
14. TERRELL, CLAIRA
HAMILTON NEWS PRESS, August 1, 1895
DIED. On Sunday morning, July 28, 1895, CLAIRA, eldest daughter of Mr. R. N. TERRELL and Mrs. DORA TERRELL, aged 1 year, 4 months, and 26 days.
It seems hard to part with our little ones, just as they are budding into life, but “The Lord giveth and the Lord taketh away.” We heartily sympathize with the bereft parents in their sad bereavement, and commend them to the words of Christ, while upon earth. “Suffer little children to come unto me and forbid them not, for of such is the Kingdom of Heaven.” We know that all who die in their infancy are received into glory, and are among the Heavenly Angles. They cannot come back to us, but we can go to them. Let us all so live that in the day of final account we may meet our loved ones who have gone before, high up in Glory, where parting is unknown.
ALSO – AUGUST 8 ISSUE
IN MEMORY OF LITTLE CLAIRA – Daughter of Mr. and Mrs. R. N. TERRELL. Who Died July 28, 1895 Aged 1 Year 4 Months and Twenty Days
‘Mid the sinless little children
Who have heard Christ’s “Come to Me,”
Is this lovely little cherub,
Blest for ever more to be.
Far beyond Death’s gloomy valley
Resting on His loving breast,
Where the wicked cannot enter,
And the weary are at rest.
It was sad to lose your darling
Parents, let me say to thee
She is saved from care and sorrow,
And from sin is ever free.
You will miss the little foot-falls
Pattering all about the place,
Miss the touch of little fingers,
And the winsome, tender grace.
Of the baby, God but lent you
And hath taken back up there
Where she’ll dwell amid the angels
And I say for you, this prayer.
“May you through Christ’s mediation
Find your sins are all forgiven
And that Claira’s face will greet you
AT the golden gates f Heaven.
NELLIE LANA CARNES, Winfield, Ala. August 2, 1895
15. HUGHES, ROBERT
HAMILTON NEWS PRESS, August 1, 1895
ROBERT HUGHES, an old and estimable citizen, ex-Sheriff of Marion County, died at his residence, seven miles south of this place, on July 31st, 1895. Mr. HUGHES has been afflicted with a cancer for some time which had become very painful, but the immediate cause of his death was inflammation of the brain. He leaves a wife, son and two daughters, to mourn his demise, to whom we extend condolence and sympathy.
16. ROBISON, Mrs. RACHEL (nee EMERSON)
HAMILTON NEWS PRESS, August 8, 1895
IN MEMORIUM
RACHAEL EMERSON, wife of J. E. ROBISON, was born July 9, 1815, married to J. E. ROBISON about 1835, and departed this life July 19, 1895 in Itawamba County, Miss. leaving a husband and nine children to mourn her death.
Sister ROBISON professed religion and joined the M. E. Church in 1842, and lived a devoted Christian the balance of her life. She lived to see all her children married and following after her in the same Church to which she belonged. Her last words were that she was ready to die, and asked all present to meet her in Heaven. But, only to be in the presence of Sister Robison was sufficient evidence to know that she had been with the Lord. She left an influence in the minds of her husband, children, and friends which can never die. She was not conscious the last hours of her life, but it made no difference, for she had been living by the cross during all those year.------ sorrow we buried her among the ------ at Mount Pleasant, on the hill ---- overlook the once happy home ---- young womanhood. Her ---- preached by Br. JOHN A. ------- friends came and she a ---- grave, but God……………(PAGE TORN)---------------
17. CURL, DAUGHTER OF LEVI
HAMILTON NEWS PRESS, August 22, 1895
WINFIELD, ALA. – Aug. 20, 1895
Mr. LEVI CURL and family have the sympathy of our community in the death of their baby girl, who was but a few days old. God sends us His little “sun beams” to draw us closer until Him.
18. SEAY, GLENN
HAMILTON NEWS PRESS, August 22, 1895
On Monday last, GLENN SEAY, an old and much respected citizen of this county and a member of Bexar Lodge, was buried with Masonic honors, at the COOPER graveyard. G. N. STOKES, W. M. of --- Lodge, officiating……….
19. PALMER, Mr.
HAMILTON NEWS PRESS, Sept. 5, 1895 – pg 3
From Henson Springs
We are sorry to chronicle the death of Mr. PALMER, who died last week. He leaves an aged wife and a host of relatives and friends to mourn his loss.
20. ADEN, J. PERRY
HAMILTON NEWS PRESS, Sept. 12, 1895 – pg 4
IN MEMORIAM
ADEN – At the residence of his son-in-law, Hon. WM. K. MCLAURIN, in Vicksburg, Miss. on August 16, 1895. J. PERRY ADEN, in the 69th year of his life.
Deceased was born in Simpson county, Ky. January 8, 1826, but emigrated to Mississippi in early life, where he spent his best days. This writer made the acquaintance of deceased in early life, and knew him intimately for over 40 years, and always found him a generous, high-toned, honorable gentleman in every walk of life. He joined the Masons in early life, was well-versed in the mysteries of the craft, and much devoted to its brotherly and moral teachings. He was one of nature’s noblemen indeed, an honest, true man; a patriotic citizen, a true and never-failing friend, and a loving and devoted husband and father. He raised nine children – four sons and five daughters, all of whom, together with his devoted companion through life, survive him. His children are all married save his youngest, a daughter, and all doing well. The writer heartily sympathizes with the bereaved family in their irreparable and sad loss. He has gone from them never to return in the body. May all of his loved ones so live that when the last day shall come to each of them they may be prepared to meet their God in peace, and enter into that celestial home above, where thy hope to meet their beloved father seated on the right hand of the Lord of Glory, there to remain as a reunited family throughout the endless ages of eternity.
S. E. WILSON
21. HOLCOMB, Mrs. J. J.
HAMILTON NEWS PRESS, Sept 12, 1895 – pg 5
Mrs. HOLCOMB, wife of Mr. J. J. HOLCOMB, died at their residence near Hackleburg, on the 9th inst. of consumption.
22. MIXON, ARLIN
HAMILTON NEWS PRESS, Sept. 12, 1895 – pg 5
ARLIN, the son of Mr. and Mrs. H. E. MIXON, died at the home of his parents on Sunday morning at 6 o’clock, aged 6 years. Little ARLIN has been afflicted most of his life with something like rheumatism. The parents have the sympathy of the entire community in their sad bereavement.
23. TIDWELL, INFANT of Mr. BUNK
HAMILTON NEWS PRESS, Sept. 12, 1895 – pg 5
From Hackleburg
An infant child of Mr. BUNK TIDWELL died on Sunday, and was buried at Lower Hackleburg Church on Monday.
24. SMITH, Mr. A. G.
HAMILTON NEWS PRESS, Sept. 19, 1895, pg 4
Mr. A. G. SMITH, a much respected citizen, who lived a few miles from this place, died on Sunday, the 15th inst. in the 65th year of his age. The disease of which he died was congestion. He leaves a wife and six children to mourn his loss. Mr. SMITH was born in Scotland, but came to America in early life. He was a soldier in the Federal army during the late war and was drawing a pension. He settled in this county after the war. He was an intelligent, honorable man and enjoyed the respect and esteem of his neighbors, who deeply sympathize with the family in their sad bereavement.
25. STIDHAM, Mr. WINSTON
HAMILTON NEWS PRESS, Sept. 19, 1895 – pg 4
Mr. WINSTON STIDHAM, who lived about nine miles west of this place, died last Friday, the 13th inst., aged 83 years. His wife had preceded him to the grave, but he leaves even children and quite a number of grand-children to mourn his demise. The mortal remains of Mr. STIDHAM was buried on Saturday the 14th inst with Masonic honors by Bexar Lodge, of which he was a member. Mr. STIDHAM was a member of the Secession convention of Alabama, and voted against the secession ordinance. He also represented Marion County in the Legislature directly after the war. The deceased was much esteemed by his neighbors and the people of the county generally, who join in extending condolence and sympathy to the bereaved family.
26. GANN, A daughter of JAMES
HAMILTON NEWS PRESS, Oct. 3, 1895 – pg 5
A daughter of JAMES GANN who lives near Bexar died last week.
27. STUCKEY, JOSHUA
HAMILTON NEWS PRESS, Oct. 3, 1895 – pg 5
JOSHUA STUCKEY who resided near Friendship Church in the vicinity of Detroit died on last Friday.
28. BICKERSTAFF, Mr.
HAMILTON NEWS PRESS, Oct. 3, 1895 – pg 5
Mr. BICKERSTAFF, who lived in the neighborhood of Hackleburg, died on the 26th ult. He was quite old, and leaves a wife and several children to mourn his death. His children were all married.
29. ROWE, Child of H. M.
30. BREWER, Child of Mr.
31. NIX, Daughter of ELIJAH
HAMILTON NEWS PRESS, Oct. 3, 1895 – pg 5
A little child of H. M. ROWE, of the Hackleburg neighborhood, died on Sept. 25th 1895.
Mr. BREWER of the same vicinity lost a child last week; while ELIJAH NIX, living in the edge of Franklin County a few miles from Hackleburg, lost a daughter 13 or 14 year s of age about the same time. We are creditably informed that there have been seven internments in the Hackleburg cemetery during the past two weeks.
32 ATKINS,. JAMES
HAMILTON NEWS PRESS, Oct. 10, 1895 – pg 5
JAMES ATKINS died at his residence near Hamilton, on Wednesday Oct. 9 1895. He leaves a wife, a married daughter, Mrs. ALBERT HAMILTON, Jr., two brothers and two sisters to mourn his demise. He had just passed his fiftieth year in age. He was born and reared in this county, and was one of Marion’s soldier boys in the Confederate army. He was most highly esteemed by all who knew him as an honest, honorable gentleman and good citizen. His remains will be interred in the cemetery at this place today at 10 o’clock, a.m. His family and friends have the sympathy of the community in their sad bereavement.
ALSO - HAMILTON NEWS PRESS – OCT 17, 1895 – PG 5
The funeral services of Mr. JAS. ATKINS on Thursday last was tended by the people of Hamilton and vicinity generally. The business houses were wall closed and the school took a recess and the pupils, under the lead of their teachers, attended the funeral in a body. Dr. KEY read a portion of scripture and made some very feeling and appropriate remarks, a hymn was sung by the assembled people, and an able and most effective prayer was offered by Rev. H. T. CLARK, the congregation kneeling. The body was then consigned to its last resting place, the most intense feeling of sorrow and sympathy pervading the entire congregation.
33. AKERS, Infant child of W. C.
HAMILTON NEWS PRESS, Oct. 17, 1895 – pg 5
FROM GUIN
We are sorry to chronicle the death of W. C. AKER’S infant child which occurred Sunday last.
34. MATTHEWS, H. W.
35. BISHOP, Mr. PINKNEY
HAMILTON NEWS PRESS, Oct. 24, 1895 – pg 5
TWO OLD CITIZENS GONE -
The Fathers of Judge and Mrs. MATTHEWS Die In Texas
H. W. MATTHEWS, father of Judge W. H. MATTHEWS of Guin died near Itasca, Tex. on October 1, 1895. Mr. MATTHEWS was a citizen of this county for many years, and has many friends here who will morn his demise. He was very highly respected by this people as an evidence of which he held official station by their voluntary suffrage. Judge MATTHEWS’ many friends heartily sympathize with him in his irreparable loss.
Mr. PINKNEY BISHOP, father of Mrs. Judge W. H. MATTHEWS of Guin, died near Mineola, Texas, October 9th 1895. Mr. BISHOP was once a citizen of this county and had many friends who heartily join Mrs. MATTHEWS in mourning for the loss of her beloved father. “Troubles seldom come single,” is an adage that proved sadly true in this instance. Judge and Mrs. MATTHEWS were both made orphans in less than ten days. How sad! Neither were privileged to be at the couch of their beloved parent during their last hours on earth to bid them a last farewell, and received their parting blessing. How sad! We extend condolence and heartfelt sympathy to our friends in this their most sad bereavement. Our friends are not left without hope. They know that their Redeemer liveth! That although they can gaze upon the faces of their beloved parents never again on earth they can and will meet them in the a better world, where the righteous cease from trouble and the weary are at rest, and where parting will be known no more forever.
36. PORTER, ANDREW
Hamilton News Pres, Oct. 24, 1895 – pg 5
FROM WINFIELD:
ANDREW PORTER, who lost one of his arms recently in a cotton gin, died a few days ago of blood poisoning. He leaves a wife and several children to mourn his untimely death.
(FROM Oct. 17 issue:)
ANDREW PORTER, who lives a few miles south of town, lost one of his arms in a gin a few days ago. Have not heard any of the particulars.
37. WHITE, W. T.
HAMILTON NEWS PRESS, Oct. 31, 1895 – pg 5
W. T. WHITE, formerly of this place, a son of JOHN E. WHITE, one of our best citizens, died at his home in Gurdon, Ark. on October 21. He died very suddenly. He leaves a wife and three children. Mr. WHITE has a clever, high-minded gentleman. He had just finished paying for a home near Gurdon, and was in a position to enjoy this life surrounded by his family in his adopted state, but it was the lord’s will for him to be taken away, and we weak mortals have no right to question His will.
38. BUTLER, Mrs. WILLIAM
HAMILTON NEWS PRESS, Oct. 31, 1895 – pg 5
From Thorn Hill
We have learned with regret of the death of Mrs. WILLIAM BUTLER of Lee County, miss. She leaves a husband and several little children to mourn her loss, and fight the battle of life without the aid of a mother. They lived here for several years until about one year ago.
39. FREE, Infant Child of GEORGE
HAMILTON NEWS PRESS, Oct. 31, 1895 – pg 5
PIKEVILLE, ALA.
News has been received here of the death and burial last week of the infant child of GEORGE FREE, near Crews, Lamar county.
40. CAMPBELL. Mrs. HARRISON
HAMILTON NEWS PRESS, Nov. 7, 1895 – pg 5
HARRISON CAMPBELL, a colored man living near this place, lost his wife by death last Sunday evening.
41. MILES, Child of BEN
HAMILTON NEWS PRESS, Nov. 7, 1895 – pg 5
The sympathy of our people goes out to BEN MILES, who lives in the southeast part of the county. He was so unfortunate some days ago to lose his dwelling house by fire, and in it burned his baby child. All of the family large enough to work were in the field picking cotton when the y saw that their house was in flames. Mrs. MILES ran into the burning house after her child, but it was burned so badly that it died in an hour. Mrs. MILES was burned very badly in her efforts to save her child, but it is hoped she will recover from her injuries.
42. STANFORD, Mrs. SALLIE
43. GANN, Mr. JAMES
HAMILTON NEWS PRESS, Nov. 14, 1895 – pg 5
FROM GUIN:
Mrs. SALLIE STANFORD died on the 9th inst. after an illness of three weeks. The community will feel her loss, for she was a noble, Christian lady. We tender our heartfelt sympathy to the bereaved family, but their loss is her eternal gain.
ALSO – SAME ISSUE
FROM PIKEVILLE,
This community has been saddened during the past week by the death of two of its citizens – Mrs. SALLIE STANFORD on Wednesday night and Mr. JAMES GANN on Thursday. Mrs. STANFORD has been sick for several weeks, and was thought to be recovering when, on Friday before her death, she suddenly took a turn for the worse, and the most unremitting care and the best medical treatment available could not save her. Mr. GANN was very old, and his death was but the ending of a long and useful life, during which it is unlikely that he ever intentionally injured any one.
44. CAMP, Infant Child of J. R.
HAMILTON NEWS PRESS, Nov. 14, 1895 – pg 5
From Pikeville:
The infant child of J. R.CAMP died last week at his home near Amory, Miss
45. YOUNG, Mrs. JOHN R. YOUNG
HAMILTON NEWS PRESS, Nov. 21, 1895 – pg 5
Mrs. YOUNG, wife of JOHN R. YOUNG, living six miles from this place, died very suddenly on last Tuesday morning, and was buried at the family grave yard on yesterday. Mrs. YOUNG was about 65 years of age, and was a consistent member of the Baptist Church. She was an aunt of Mrs. R. W. CASHION of this place, and leaves many relatives and friends to mourn her sudden demise.
46. PENNINGTON, Mayor S. F.
HAMILTON NEWS PRESS, Nov. 21, 1895 – pg 5
Mayor S. F. PENNINGTON of Sulligent, Ala. was killed while walking near the railroad track on last Friday. He was struck on the head by a plank that protruded from the side of a car on a gravel train. Mr. PENNINGTON was a prominent merchant of Sulligent, and as formerly sheriff of Lamar County. He leaves a wife and five children. He was buried with Masonic honors on Sunday last.
ALSO – Nov. 28
ACCIDENTALLY KILLED
A special from Sulligent, Lamar county, tells of the killing there of S. F. PENNINGTON, the mayor, and one of the most prominent citizens of the town. Mr. PENNINGTON was walking along the track of the Kansas City, Memphis and Birmingham railroad, and seeing a train coming stepped to one side. It came up at a lively rate, and a projecting plank from a car loaded with lumber struck Mr. PENNINGTON and knocked him down. When reached by friends he was dead, having been killed almost instantly.
47. MARTIN, Mr. ROBERT
HAMILTON NEWS PRESS, Nov. 28, 1895 – pg 5
Mr. ROBERT MARTIN died near Bexar last Saturday morning, and was buried at Providence Church Sunday. He was 83 years of age. He leaves several children and other relatives and friends to mourn his loss.
48. PURSER, WILLIAM D.
HAMILTON NEWS PRESS, Nov. 28, 1895 – pg 5
DEATH OF WM. D. PURSER
On the night of November 23, at his residence, some ten mils north of Hamilton, WILLIAM D. PURSER died in his 35th year. He leaves a wife and three children besides numerous relatives and friends to mourn his loss. Mr. PURSER was a brother-in-law to Judge FORD, having married his youngest sister. He was a worthy member of Hackleburg lodge of Masons, and was to have been buried on last Monday at New Hope Church with Masonic honors, but owing to the inclemency of the weather the Masonic ceremonies were postponed and the body was consigned to the grave by his many friends. His funeral will be preached and the Masonic rites of burial will be awarded his memory at some future day. Mr. PURSER was a good man, and was well liked by all who knew him. His early demise is much regretted, and his neighbors all join with his devoted wife, children and many relatives and friends in mourning his untimely death.
49. METCALF, CALLINE
HAMILTON NEWS PRESS, Nov. 28, 1895 – pg 5
Aunt CALLINE METCALF, colored, wife of COSBY METCALF, died on Monday night.
50. CHASTAIN, E. JORDAN
HAMILTON NEWS PRESS, Dec. 12, 1895 – pg 5
GOOD MAN FOULLY MURDERED – a Shocking Crime Committed in Itawamba
One of the most horrible murders ever committed in any country, and the details of which are sickening in the extreme, occurred in the eastern part of Itawamba County, Miss., near Rara Avis, last Friday morning. We refer to the murder of E. JORDAN CHASTAIN near his home. To add to its horribleness his own wife is under arrest charged with the crime.
Mr. CHASTAIN was one of the oldest and best known citizens of Itawamba. He was over 75 years of age, and was very badly crippled. He could not walk at all without the aid of a crutch. He had lived at the same place as a merchant and farmer where he met his death for over 50 years, and was universally liked by his neighbors. In fact, every one in this scion who had the pleasure of his acquaintance speak of him in the highest terms of praise. Mr. and Mrs. CHASTAIN had live d together 48 years and reared a large family, seven sons and two daughters, and they are prominent citizens in the communities in which they reside.
From the evidence adduced before the coroner’s jury it seems that h e and his wife , who is over 68 years of age, but a well preserved and fine looking woman, of late had been at outs about several little trivial matter, and for two or three days prior to the fateful morning had not spoken to each other. The last row grew out his buying some package coffee and failing to bring home the glass prizes given away with it.
On Friday morning about 9 o’clock he took his ax and went to the woods about 150 yards from his house for the purpose of cutting some fire wood. He had been at work for some time when his wife sent a negro girl named Fannie that she had hired to the post office, which is a mile from the house. It is claimed that this is an unusual thing for her to do. The girl claims that she noticed him chopping about 10 o’clock. When she returned from the post office she prepared dinner, and Mrs. CHASTAIN instructed her to go after her husband. The negro girl, not hearing him chopping, went to the woods and finally found him cold in death with three frightful gashes in his head and his skull split wide open, which had been done with a small ax. She at once gave the alarm, and the neighborhood gathered there to witness the gruesome spectacle, and to find out if possible who had committed the foul deed. Upon inspection, it was found that some one whose track exactly tallied with that of Mrs. CHASTAIN had passed from the house through the orchard going in the direction of where the murdered man was found. The premises were examined, and the small ax was found with human blood and gray hair all over it. This was examined and tested by competent physicians present, who swore before the jury that the ax was the instrument used and that the hair and blood was that of the dead man.
The body of the unfortunate man was consigned to its last resting place on Monday evening, and was followed to the grave by all of his neighbors as well some friends from a distance who had heard of his terrible death. The Masonic Lodge, of which he was an honored member, will hold memorial services at some time in the near future, as it was impossible at the time to get that body together in order to have a Masonic funeral.
The coroner’s jury found a verdict in substance the E. JORDAN CHASTAIN came to his death from blows inflicted with an ax in the hands of Mrs. CHATIAN, the wife of the deceased.
Mrs. CHASTAIN was placed under arrest on Monday evening, and the preliminary trial set for the next day. Up to the hour of going to press we have not heard of the result of the trail. Hon. W. C. DAVIS of Hamilton has been retained to prosecute the case.
51. TICE, Mrs.
HAMILTON NEWS PRESS, Dec. 12, 1895 – pg 5
From Guin:
On Wednesday evening, November 27, Mrs. TICE died very suddenly from heart failure at the residence of her son, THOMAS COLBURN. Mrs. TICE was a consistent member of the Baptist Church and was beloved by all who knew her. We extend to the bereaved family our heartfelt sympathy.
52. KNIGHT, RAN
HAMILTON NEWS PRESS, Dec. 19, 1895 – pg 5
From Stricklin
RAN KNIGHT died at his home in Eldridge on the 6th instant with pneumonia. Our heartfelt sympathy is extended to the bereaved family.
53. TERRY, TATE
HAMILTON NEWS PRESS, Dec 19, 1895 – pg 5
From Bear Creek
TATE TERRY, the man who fell from a hand car at Spruce Pine, died some ten days ago from the effects of the fall.
MARRIAGES IN THE HAMILTON NEWS PRESS 1895
HAMILTON NEWS PRESS, February 7, 1895
MARRIED – At the residence of the bride’s father one mile southwest of Hamilton, on yesterday, Mr. R. T. CLARK and Miss ELLA CARPENTER, Rev. R. W. CLARK officiating. The happy couple have the best wishes of a host of friends.
HAMILTON NEWS PRESS, February 7, 1895
HUGHES – HIGHTOWER
On last Sunday, the 4th inst., Mr. HENRY L. HUGHES and Miss BETTIE HIGHTOWER were married at the residence of the bride’s father, Mr. WM. HIGHTOWER, near Pikeville, Dr. T. J. SPRINGFIELD, officiating. The good wishes of may earnest friends will follow them in their voyage o’er life stormy sea.
G., Pikeville, Feb. 4, 1895
HAMILTON NEWS PRESS, Feb 28, 1895
From Detroit:
TOMMIE HARRIS and Miss BEULAH FRANKLIN eloped last Thursday night from the latter’s home at Pine Springs, and were married near here at CHARLEY MURPHY’S by the Rev. ED HARRIS.
HAMILTON NEWS PRESS, March 21, 1895
Mr. MARION SANDERSON and Miss M. M. PALMER were married on last Thursday and will reside in North Hamilton.
HAMILTON NEWS PRESS, April 4, 1895
Marriage license were issued this week to Mr. MURRAY SPRINGFIELD and Miss MOLLIE BURLESON of Guin.
HAMILTON NEWS PRESS, April 4, 1895
From Pearce’s Mill:
Mr. GEO. TESNEY and Miss DELLA MILLER were united in the holy bonds of matrimony on last Thursday. We wish them much success.
Success to the News-Press.
March 26, 1895
HAMILTON NEWS PRESS, Aprl 11, 1895
From Detroit:
After Rev. ROBERT WILSON had concluded services at Wesley Chapel last Sunday the audience was surprised when Mr. GEORGE PICKLE and Miss GLO WILLIAMS stepped into the altar and were married in the Rev. WILSON’S pleasing style. The young couple were from Splunge, Miss. and had quietly stolen away from the “old folks at home.” While we deeply sympathize with those whom this affair may have displeased, we heartily extend the old time “wish you much joy, etc.”
Detroit, April 9
HAMILTON NEWS PRESS, April 18, 1895
Bear Creek
On Sunday evening a wedding took place and MR. WILLIS RODEN and Miss ELLA ARNOLD were pronounced man and wife at the residence of the bride’s father, Mr. J. B. ARNOLD, near Goldmine, the Rev. Mr. OWENS of Winston County officiating. We join their many friends in wishing them a long and happy union.
HAMILTON NEWS PRESS, April 25, 1895
From Bear Creek:
A party of men went down on the hand car yesterday to attend a wedding near Natural Bridge. Mr. JOSEPH R. BARNETT and Miss SALLIE GARRETT were joined in the holy bonds at the residence of the bride’s father, near Natural Bridge, Rev. FRANK SHANKS officiating. Mr. BARNETT was once a citizen of Bear Creek and his many friends wish him and his fair companion a pleasant voyage over the matrimonial sea.
Bear Creek, April 15
HAMILTON NEWS PRESS, May 16, 1895
From Bear Creek
Two more souls were made happy at Phil Campbell yesterday, by A. J. BARNETT, Esq., who pronounced Mr. R. T. CASH and Miss LIZZIE SIMMS man and wife. We extend to the happy couple our best wishes.
GLEANER, Bear Creek, May 6,’95
HAMILTON NEWS PRESS, May 23, 1895
Mr. C. W. SPRINGFIELD and Miss VIOLA GANN were married at the Methodist church last Sunday night by Rev. D. W. WARD. All join in wishing them a happy journey through life.
D., Guin, Ala. May 22
HAMILTON NEWS PRESS, June 27, 1895
From Guin:
Mr. OSCAR PEARCE and Miss PEARL SPRINGFIELD were married at the Methodist Church last Sunday night, Rev. D. W. WARD, officiating. All join in wishing much joy, long life, and prosperity.
Guin, June 25, 1895
ALSO – SAME ISSUE
PEARCE – SPRINGFIELD
Mr. OSCAR V. PEARCE and Miss PEARL SPRINGFIELD, both of Guin, Ala. were united in the holy bands of matrimony the Methodist Church in that town, on the evening of June 23rd, 1895 at 8 o’clock, Rev. D. W. WARD officiating. The church alter was tastefully decorated with beautiful flowers, the audience large and appreciative. Dr. WARD was in his usual pleasant mood, and performed the ceremony in a most impressive manner, using the beautiful ritual prescribed by the discipline of the Methodist church. The groom is one of the popular and rising young men of our neighboring town, while the bride is the amiable and accomplished daughter of Dr. T. J. SPRINGFIELD, a prominent physician of the town. May the future of this happy young couple be one of unalloyed happiness and prosperity.
HAMILTON NEWS PRESS, July 11, 1895
ASTON-WHITLEY
On Sunday July 7th, at Mount Pisgah Church, near Winfield, Rev. PERKINS officiating, Mr. WILL ASTON and Mrs. AUGHTIE WHITLEY, both of Winfield were united in the holy bonds of matrimony. The bride is a most beautiful and accomplished lady. Mr. ASTON is a well known and popular citizen of Winfield of sterling worth. The happy contracting parties have the best wishes of the News-Press for a long, happy and prosperous future.
HAMILTON NEWS PRESS, July 25, 1895
DAVIS – GRAY – Married on the evening of the 24th inst. at the residence of the Bride’s mother, near DeSotoville, Choctaw County, Ala. Mr. WILLIAM C. DAVIS, of Hamilton, to Miss MAUDE GRAY, of DeSotoville.
In addition to our good wishes for this couple in last week’s paper we wish to add a few more. While the fair bride is personally unknown to ye Editor, Mr. DAVIS, in our short acquaintance has impressed s most favorably as being one of “Nature’s Noblemen,” and our faith in his cleverness and ability leaves no room in which to doubt that in so vital a matter as this, he has shown more than usual tact, so we will take it for granted that the fair lady of his choice is all that his fond heart deems her. May life for them be one long sweet dream of love and peace. Trouble and cares will come to them – they do to all of us – but may love and firm and abiding faith in each other help them to bear the burdens of life. When old age comes on may he be able to say:
And still beloved till life grows cold,
Will wander ‘neath a genial sky
And only know that we are old
By counting happy years gone by.
Old time who changes all below
To wean men gently from the grave
Hath brought us no increase of woe
And leaves us all he ever gave.
ALSO – AUGUST 1
It is with the greatest pleasure that we copy from the Birmingham News of July 19th 1895 the following just tribute to our distinguished townsman, Hon. W. C. DAVIS, on the eve of his marriage;
“Cards are out announcing the approaching marriage of Hon. W. C. DAVIS, of Hamilton to Miss MAUDE GRAY, of DeSotoville, Ala. Mr. DAVIS is one of the most promising young attorneys of West Alabama. A man of sterling worth and fearless determination, he made for himself a reputation in the last session of the State Legislature second to none in the state. Although an inland county, Marion has a representative who took the lead in all matters coming before the House. The bride-to-be is one of the State’s most charming young ladies, sweet and thoroughly womanly. She will be a fit helpmeet for Marion’s gifted son.”
HAMILTON NEWS PRESS, Sept. 5, 1895 – pg 3
MARRIED –
INGLE – CARPENTER – At the residence of the bride’s parents in Guin, Ala. on Sunday, Sept. 1st 1895, at 9 o’clock a.m. Mr. N. F. INGLE and Miss MICHAEL CARPENTER both of that town, were joined together in hold bonds of wedlock, Rev. W. H. LANTRIP officiating.
We enjoyed the pleasure of being one of the large concourse of citizens who were present on this most pleasant occasion. The bride and groom were most tastefully attired, and the officiating clergyman performed his duties in a most dignified and pleasing manner. The groom is a promising and rising young businessman of Guin, and the bride a most beautiful, accomplished and popular young lady. We congratulate the happy twain, and wish them a long, happy and prosperous career. May their voyage through life ever be as bright, happy and contented as were their beaming countenances on their wedding morn.
ALSO:
IN SAME PAPER - FROM GUIN:
Miss MICHAEL CARPENTER and Mr. FERNANDO INGLE were married at the residence of the bride’s father on the 1st inst. at 9 a.m. by Rev. W. H. LANTRIP of Sulligent. The bride was perfectly beautiful. Her dress was a lovely cream albatross trimmed in white ribbons and lace. She carried a beautiful fan presented her by Mrs. POWERS. The groom looked unusually handsome. May heaven’s richest blessings rest upon them.
HAMILTON NEWS PRESS, Sept. 26, 1895 – pg 5
The following parties were granted licenses to marry by Judge FORD since our last issue viz, B. M. AVERY and Miss FRANCES PALMER, HENRY C. DONALDSON and Miss B. C. MCCRELESS JASPER KENNEDY and Miss SARAH A. MULLENIX.
HAMILTON NEWS PRESS, Sept. 26, 1895 – pg 5
From Pearce’s Mill
CLAUD HOLLIS and Miss JANE SULLIVAN were married on last Monday night. It is said that CLAUD could not muster up enough courage to ask for the girl so they ran away. They did not go very far however.
HAMILTON NEWS PRESS, Oct. 3, 1895 – pg 5
Marriage license were issued by Judge Ford on Tuesday to F. W. LODEN and Miss VERA POPE.
HAMILTON NEWS PRESS, Oct. 17, 1895 – pg 5
Marriage license have been issued to Mr. NEWTON S. WHITEHEAD and Miss DELLA RAINS. These contracting parties are both the step-children of Esquire E. VICKERY, but not in the least related to each other.
HAMILTON NEWS PRESS, Oct. 24, 1895 – pg 5
MARRIED: On the 15th inst at the residence of the brides’ father, Misses LIZZIE and ANNA CAGLE to DANIEL LOCKHART and C. C. MCKAY, Dr. SPRINGFIELD officiating. We regret that urgent business prevented us accepting an invitation to be present. We wish them a happy and prosperous life.
HAMILTON NEWS PRESS, Oct. 31, 1895 – pg 5
From Pikeville:
JOHN MANASCO of Fayette County was married on Sunday to Miss ROSE JOHNSON at the residence of the bride’s father, FRANK JOHNSON, near this place
HAMILTON NEWS PRESS, Nov. 7, 1895 – pg 5
The marriage market had quite a boom the past week, and Judge FORD was kept quite busy waiting on people who wished to secure the documents that bind one to the other for a lifetime. The following is the list of contracting parties: J. F. BROADBRICK and EMMA BURFIELD, J. T. MANASCO and R. J. JOHNSON, J. W. CONNER and ANNIE FRANKS, OCTER BISHOP and V. L. MCCARLEY, T. H. CARTER and NEATY HARBOR, G. D. BISHOP and MARGARET MCCARLEY, MARCUS BULLOCK and REBECCA CLARK, B. F. JACKSON and MOLLIE CLARK, J. P. CLANTON and D. C. JACKSON.
HAMILTON NEWS PRESS, Nov. 14, 1895 – pg 5
The following marriage licenses have been issued by Judge Ford since our last issue: E. L. CRANE and Miss SARAH H. BURLESON; GEO. W. PALMER and Miss LANORA E. MORROW
Hamilton News Pres, Nov. 14, 1895 – pg 5
From Pearce’s Mills
Married – At the residence of the bridge’s father on Pea Ridge, October 31, WALTER CONNOR and Miss ANNIE FRANKS.
HAMILTON NEWS PRESS, Nov. 14, 1895 – pg 5
From Guin:
Mrs. ROBIN COOK (nee MCKINNEY) passed through here last Wednesday on her bridal tour to Atlanta. She was married at 8:30 a.m. in Aberdeen, Miss. to Dr. COOK, whom she met while teaching music and art in Guin a year ago. The handsome doctor and this beautiful bride made a grand picture that will long be remembered by their friends in Guin. We congratulate the doctor on winning one of Mississippi’s’ fairest daughters. May their lives be long and happy.
HAMILTON NEWS PRESS, Nov. 21, 1895 – pg 5
MARRIAGE LICENSES –
MONROE MANN and L. M. BRITNETT, J. J. GLENN and IBERA CARNES, U. R. TAYLOR and ANNIE SEXTON
HAMILTON NEWS PRESS, Nov. 28, 1895 – pg 5
MARRIAGE LICENSES
Judge Ford is doing a fine business in the license line just now. The matrimonial market seems to hold its own even better than cotton. We hope that this does not indicate that the demand for marriageable girls is about to become greater than the supply. Since our last issue eight marriage license have been issued, to wit; L. G.KENNEDY and Miss I. M. MASSEY, T. L. BRASWELL and Miss EMILY KUYKENDALL, DAVID BOWLAN and Miss MATTIE SIZEMORE, J. R. BERRYHILL and Miss SAVANNAH WATES, L. D. SELF and Miss F. C. SULLINS, THOMAS G. ATKINS and Miss MARY MINBROUGH, W. F. COUCH and Miss IDA ESTES, J. WM. MANASCO and Miss MARTHA C. WIGINTON.
HAMILTON NEWS PRESS, Nov. 28, 1895 – pg 5
From Winfield
It is reported that there were three weddings near town Sunday: TOM BRAZIE and Miss KUYKENDALL, DAVID LOWLING and Miss SIZEMORE, and JAMES BERRYHILL and Miss WAITS. If these reports are facts we wish them all the happiness of their new life. For my part, I am always glad to hear of weddings, so that it will not be long until I can see who is left for me.
HAMILTON NEWS PRESS, Dec. 5, 1895 – pg 5
MARRIAGE LICENSES
The following parties were licenses to marry during the past week by Judge Ford:
V. A. LEONARD and REBECCA TERRELL, W. T. TERRELL and IDA AKINS, G. S. CANTRELL and LOMA SIMMONS, J. L. SIMMONS and MARTHA L. PAUL, L. B. CROW and LELIA CARDEN, G. M. EMMERSON and ARTIVEE MITCHELL, BILL TERRELL and BETTIE METCALF, colored.
HAMILTON NEWS PRESS, Dec. 5, 1895 – pg 5
From Pearce’s Mill
Some of our people attended the marriage of JAMES BERRYHILL and Miss VANNA WATES at her father’s near Twin.
ALSO – SAME ISSUE
From Twin
Married – At the residence of the bride on last Sunday JAMES BERRYHILL to Miss SAVANNAH WATES. Our wishes to them in their conjugal life is that their lives may be full of happiness and that each successive day be crowned with roseate hue.
HAMILTON NEWS PRESS, Dec 5, 1895 – pg 5
J. W. HOLT and Miss SARAH E. MCWHIRTER were married a few days ago, and have moved to themselves. We wish them good luck and much joy.
HAMILTON NEWS PRESS, Dec. 5, 1895 – pg 5
Dr. GALERGARGH and Miss SISSY KELLY of Eldridge, Ala. were married last Sunday at the bride’s fathers
HAMILTON NEWS PRESS, Dec. 5, 1895 – pg 5
On last Thursday a bridal party passed through town. The happy pair had been BILLIE COUCH and IDA ESTES. Now they are Mr. and Mrs. COUCH. They were accompanied by several friends.
HAMILTON NEWS PRESS, Dec. 12, 1895 – pg 5
The happy marriage of S. P. SMITH and Mrs. KATIE GAMBLE was witnessed on last Thursday. She obeyed the last clause of 1st Corinthians vii, 39.
HAMILTON NEWS PRESS, Dec 12, 1895 – pg 5
MARRIAGE LICENSES
The following marriage licenses were issued by Judge FORD during the week: J. A. LANGSTON and S. A. E. OZBIRN, S. M. MCCARLEY and M. S. EMMERSON, O. H. OWEN and DELLA HALL, WM. BOSBORN and MARY J. MARTIN.
HAMILTON NEWS PRESS, Dec 19, 1895 – pg 5
MARRIAGE LICENSES
Since our last issue Judge FORD has issued marriage license to the following parties: W. M. WATTS and Miss CARRIE PUGH, W. R. GRAHAM and Miss R. C. SMITH, R. L. HARDIN and Miss M. A. WILSON, L. M. BRITNELL and Miss SILLA MANN, J. B. BURLESON and Miss IDA B. RAWLES.
HAMILTON NEWS PRESS, Dec. 26, 1895 – pg 5
MARRIED. At the residence of S. J. THOMAS of Haley’s on December 22, Miss DELLA THOMAS and Mr. JOHN BOIZELL of Pratt City. C. E. MITCHELL performed the ceremony. We wish the young couple a long and prosperous life.
HAMILTON NEWS PRESS, Dec. 26, 1895 – pg 5
MARRIAGE LICENSES
W. J. SULLINS and N. C. HOLCOMB
W. F. WIGINTON and N. C. CANTRELL
J. H. BURLESON and MARY L. BELL
A. R. WIGINTON and N. A. WHITE
J. S. MITHELL and N. J. FREDERICK
ROBERT BRUMLEY and IDA BRUMLEY
JOHN BOIZELL and DELLA THOMAS
JOHN M. ALLMAN and RENA -------
H. MCCORMICK and D. H. M---------
H. YOUNG and J. SPEARMAN, co-------
HAMILTON NEWS PRESS, Dec. 26, 1895 – pg 5
From Twin
Married: On last Sunday, at the residence of the bride’s father, ROBERT GRAHAM to Miss RACHEL SMITH. We wish them a long and happy conjugal life.
HAMILTON NEWS PRESS, dec. 26, 1895 – pg 5
From Guin:
Married – On the 22nd inst, at the Methodist Church, Mr. JOHN ---- to Miss RENA L. PEARCE, ------W. WARD officiating. The --------ed lovely in a costume --------while the groom looked --------handsome. The brides---------ses WILLIE MATTHEWS and --------e, looked beautiful, and --------en, Messrs. W. R. BRAD- --------C. FRAZIER, were splen- --------ng. The church was --------decorated.
NOTE: THE PAGE WAS TORN - I TOOK THE LAST NAME FROM THE LIST OF MARRIAGE LICENSES:……….
HAMILTON NEWS PRESS, Dec. 26, 1895 – pg 5
MARRIAGE LICENSES
JOHN M. ALLMAN and RENA -------
HAMILTON NEWS PRESS, Dec. 26, 1895 – pg 5
From Pikeville
R. L. HARDIN and Miss ANGELINE WILSON were married at the residence of the bride’s parents a few days ago.