Looking Back McNairy County Independent 1950

Transcribed by Nancy Wardlow Kennedy Proofed and setup by Peggy Derryberry Gould

Pictures included in these newspapers are in a separate folder

It was impossible to list everything that happened and all the people - but I tried. I did not add all the visitations, like ‘Mr. and Mrs. Joe Smith were visiting in the home of Mr. and Mrs. Ben Plunk,’ or I would still be typing. I did try to list all gatherings, school and church events and obits.

I was asked once why a certain community’s news was not listed and I stated that community did not have any news published. Included is all community news included in the paper, except those that just listed the visitation (as mentioned above.)

I hope you enjoy reading as much as I enjoyed transcribing.

JANUARY 6, 1950

Report shows 17,569 bales of cotton were ginned in McNairy County in 1949. This figure is 3,588 bales short from the previous year. Sheriff Kirkpatrick and deputies, I.W. Randolph, W.E. Randolph, Willie Smith and Rosco Garrison, and patrolmen Gattis and McClearen been busy the last few weeks bringing in more whiskey stills. A 24 barrel outfit found and destroyed near old Purdy. One person in the Michie area arrested for possession of seven gallons of wildcat whiskey. One man arrested at the State Line for possession of 4 pints whiskey. Sheriff and deputies, along with Laney Smith, brought in an eight barrel outfit from the Rose Creek area. Seven of the barrels had been cooked off. Harvey Beasley, former minister of the Selmer Christian Church was in a plane crash six months ago and is now able to be at home, although in a body cast from his waist down. Income Tax Notice: Your income tax return for the calendar year 1949 must be filed no later than Mar 15 with the Internal Revenue Collector in the district in which you live or have your place of business. Quarterly court met on Monday, Jan 2. Three new faces were among the members of the court this session. Magistrates J.I. Hendrix, D.R. Finger and W.E. English were elected in November to fill out unexpired terms. Magistrates answered the roll call: M.C. Etheridge, C.S. Treece, W. E. Floyd, A.F. Higginbottom, R.M. Gean, W.E. English, D.R. Finger, M.B. Melton, J.P. Whitley, J.R. King, H.R. Maness, L.E. Scott, J.L. Hendrix, Earl Jones, J.T. Stanfield, W.G. Minton, W.R. Steadman, J.O. Mitchell, J.L. Tacker, Otis Plunk, Wilbur Robinson, E.G. Harris, R.E. Wade and L.I. Cagle. Absent were: Haven Garner, Lit Wilson, Roy Huggins, Eldridge Howard. Sheriff Hugh Kirkpatrick and Clerk W E Sewell were in their places and County Judge R Carter Smith presided. The Revenue Committee, J.E. Hodges, Will Tom Abernathy and D. McCaskill reported the books of McNairy County were in order. Jury Commission appointed: J.O. Mitchell, H.T. Jordan and W.F. Maness. Esq M.C. Etheridge was appointed to the Agricultural Committee. On a resolution authorizing the County Judge to give quit claim deeds of all school property to the County Board of Education. Authorized the employment of an assistant County Agent to look after 4-H work in the county for $75.00 a month. The Selmer gym was filled to the rafters Thursday night for the game between Selmer Lions and C.B.C. of Memphis. True to reputation, C.B.C sunk several baskets in the first few minutes of play. Coach Smith called time out. The Selmer boys went back into the game and WOW they struck those boys from Memphis like a tornado. As the clock ticked the score climbed. At the end of the first quarter the Lions trailed 10 to 14. In the second quarter, our boys scored 24 points, ending the quarter with a lead of 34 to 22. Bear McClain was Lion’s leader with 14 points with Red Weatherford close with 13. The Kirk twins, Bill scored 12 and Bob scored 11. Wayne McClain didn’t score. Subs were: Hawkins 1, McCullar 1, Martin 3, Emmons 1 and Tackett 0. Final score 62 to 40. The Lions are on the march and under the leadership of Coach Jerry Smith, we hope to see the march continue. Selmer played Saltillo last Tuesday. In the girls game, Saltillo led for the first few minutes, then our guards clamped down and the forwards put their eyes to the basket. In the final quarter, the Lionesses had to work hard for their points and they won 32 to 17. Lineup: Baker 10, Hamm 13, Burkeen, Watson, M McClain, Wilbanks. Subs: Horner, Jones, Whitaker, Weatherford, Isbell, Smith, D McClain 7. The Lions downed Saltillo to the tune of 91 to 43. After the first minute there was no question which way the game would go. B McClain 21, Red Weatherford 18, Bob Kirk, Bill Kirk 16, Wayne McClain 8. Subs Hawkins 5, McCullar 4, Martin 5, Emmons 2, Tackett 4. Mr. James A. Qualls died on Saturday, Dec 31, 1949 at his residence in the Stantonville community. Funeral services, conducted by Rev. Prince E. Claybrook, were held at the West Shiloh Baptist and burial was in the cemetery there. Shackelford Funeral Directors in charge of arrangements. The deceased leaves his wife Mrs. Martha Qualls, six daughters, Earline Killingsworth, Inez, — Virgil Plunk, other un-readable because page was torn. Jerry M Hooper, age 63, died at his home in the Friendship community near Henderson, Dec. 30, 1949. He was born in Hardeman Co. but lived most of his life in Chester Co. Funeral services, conducted by Rev. Wayne Cox, were held at Piney Grove Baptist Church, with interment in the cemetery there. Little Brinda King, age 5 months, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. S.E. King, of McCalips’s Chapel community, died on Thursday, Dec 29, 1949 at her home. Funeral services were conducted by Bro. Moore, were held at the McCalip’s Chapel with burial in the cemetery there. Shackelford Funeral Directors in charge of arrangements. Besides her parents, the deceased is survived by eleven brothers and sisters. Mrs. Elda Baker Boone, wife of Jerry Boone, died at a hospital in Jackson on Monday night, Dec 27, 1949. She was 19. Funeral services, conducted by Bro. Wayne Cox, were held at the Hornsby Baptist Church, with interment in the Little Hatchie cemetery near Hornsby. Besides her husband, she is survived by her father, Leonard Baker, mother Mrs. Mary Baker and half brother Sammy Baker. Funeral services for Mrs. Grace Foster Kemp, wife of E.H. Kemp of Adamsville, died in a Corinth Hospital Dec 29, 1949. Services were held at the Adamsville Christian Church. Interment was in Oak Hill cemetery in Selmer. She was born 1898 near Ramer, the youngest child of the late J.T. Foster and Mary Gooch Foster. For several years she was employed by Selmer merchants, some of which were Joe Ed Williams and J.R. Gooch and Mrs. G.W. McCullar. After her marriage in 1934, she moved to Adamsville. She is survived by her husband and one daughter, Barbara June Kemp of Adamsville; six sisters: Mrs. Bob Powell, Mrs. Ralph Huggins, Mrs. Minnie Ramer, Mrs. Icie Wallace, Mrs. Eber Greer, and Mrs. W.B. Fisackerly, all of Selmer, and one brother P.J. Foster of Corinth. Pallbearers were: Billy Larry Kemp, Kemp Lee Swinea, Jett Ramer, George Huggins, W T Greer, Raymond L Sweat, Dink Gibson and Everett Wicker. Shackelford Funeral Directors were in charge of arrangements. Mrs. Lula Long Harris, wife of the late Harmon Harris, died at her home on Saturday evening, Dec. 31, 1949. She was 81. Services were held at Refuge Church with burial in the cemetery there. She was a member of the Church of Christ. The deceased is survived by nine children, as follows: R.A. Harris, W.R. Harris, Mrs. Velma Gee, Mrs. Siler of Bethel Springs, Mrs. Archer, Mrs. Lola Stout, Mrs. Elbert Stout, and H.C. Harris, all of McNairy community, and Mrs. P.K. Kerby of Memphis. (Last names may not be right, paper torn.) From the editor: it will take about $45,000,000,000 to run the Federal government for year. If every owner of a home in the urban districts sold his property for cash it would run the government for only eight months. If every farmer sold out lock, stock and barrel it would not be enough to run the government for seven months. Santa Claus does not provide one penny to run the government. Showing at the Ritz next week: The Fighting Kentuckian - Black Midnight - Hell Fire - Bells of Capistrano - Yes Sir That’s My Baby. Old Cool Springs community: Bro. Vallie Carter delivered a fine sermon at the church Sunday. The Christmas tree and play at Rocky Knob was very good and we had a nice crowd. About 40 guests were present at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Plunk on Christmas night. The group engaged in singing, playing the piano and eating. They are invited back the fourth Sunday night for another singing. Mr. and Mrs. Fred Heldon have moved to our community on the Green Brown farm. Grandma Arnold is recovering from a broken hip. Gravel Hill community: Sunday being New Year’s Day and a rainy morning, we had 221 in Sunday School. 72 families were represented. Mr. Asa Hewitt of Dixie Idaho, is visiting with friends and relatives for the first time in 12 years. Mr. and Mrs. Raymond Jaggars had the Hewitt reunion in their home with 42 present. Those present were: Mr. Olus English & family; Mr. Carl Springer & family; Mr. and Mrs. Doyle Brown of Memphis, Mr. & Mrs. Max Fullwood; Mr. & Mrs. David Hewitt of Midway community; Mr. Dudley Richard & family of Eastview; Mr. Ernie McCullar & family of Selmer; Mr. Asa Hewitt of Idaho; Mr. Bob Hewitt & family of Gravel Hill. The only one absent was Mr. Lawrence Hewitt, who also lives in Idaho. Mrs. Lina Bowen celebrated her birthday Sunday with her children and most of her grandchildren present. Conway, Ark. - Bettie Rogers Ivy, wife of the late Joe C. Ivy, passed away on Dec 9, 1949. Survivors include eight children: Claud of Wallace, Idaho; Rogers of Warner Robins, Ga; Joe L. of N. Little Rock, Ark; Erwin and Roy of Quitman; Mrs. R.B. Emory of Rose Bud; Miss Bessie; and Eva Ivy McAnear of Conway; nine grandchildren and four great grandchildren. She was the youngest daughter of John Quincey and Sophronia Rogers. She was born in McNairy County, Tenn. She had lived at Quitman, Ark. for 59 years. Had Mrs. Ivy lived until Dec 25, she would have been 81 years old. Rose Creek community: Doyle Goodrum, who is in the Army, is home on furlough. Beauty Hill community: We are sorry to report Mr. Levi Malone is very sick. Charles Holland has been home from school for the holidays. Mr. Robert Mullens, a young minister of this community, conducted a few night’s meetings in Hohenwald. He was accompanied by Perry Everett Holland. Cox’s community: Mr. and Mrs. Tobe Cox moved into this community recently. Paul Russom, Bill Roland, Alton Dean Cox and Dottie Jean Cox attended a social at Bonnie Whitten’s last week. Pebble Hill community: Tommie Baker and Jimmy Glidewell are home on leave from the Army to visit friends and relatives. Mr. and Mrs. Gerry Kiddy and family attended the New Year’s Eve singing at the Corinth court house. Mr. and Mrs. Burt Glidewell have moved to a new location. Notice to creditors of the estate of Luda R Reeder, late of McNairy County. Selmer Bank & Trust financial report shows $2,489,438.01 in assets. Signed M.E. Smith, cashier; M.W. Bigger, R.P. Phillips, John R Swaim, Directors. Ramer community: Mr. and Mrs. J.T. Shelton, Mrs. H.C. Gooch, Mrs. Cletus Carter and Mrs. J.R. Hamm attended the funeral of Mrs. E.H. Kemp in Adamsville. Mrs. Callie Kyle, who taught commercial subjects at Ramer resigned and Mr. Barney Luther has been employed to fill the vacancy. For sale: 100 acre farm, house with electricity, barn, orchard, near Beauty Hill Church. $1000.00 See Harvey S Greene. Chewalla community: Mrs. Carl Crocker is improving. Crooked Creek community: A wedding of interest to their many friends was solemnized in Corinth Dec 24, 1949, when Mr. Ben Hockaday of this community married Miss Priscilla Watson, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Frank Watson of Falcon. Mr. and Mrs. James Brown are parents of a baby girl, who arrived on Dec 22. She has been named Patricia Ann. Selmer community: Dr and Mrs. R.N. Humphrey have moved into their new home on East Poplar. Mr. and Mrs. Neely Bradford moved into the home vacated by them on East Highland. Dr. Ruth Neal and Mary Jo Humphrey have been ill with measles. Mrs. Lloyd Ramer is in the hospital. Mrs. Nell Lunceford has gone to Dallas Texas to be with her husband during his illness. Why pay more for Overalls when you can buy Flys 8 oz sanforized for $2.49. J H Bigger & Son. On Saturday, Dec 31, 1949, Miss Frances Hamm, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Jim Hamm, was married to Harold Robison of Adamsville. The wedding took place at the Methodist parsonage. Rev. Lloyd Ramer said an impressive ceremony. Miss Rosemary Patrick was maid of honor and Pershing Landreth was best man. Partial listing of those that lived in Guys on Christmas Day, 1949: Families of: C.A. Suggs, C.F. Rinehart, R.E. Harben, R.C. Green, Etheridge Suggs, G.B. Hooker, R.I. Burns, Everett Williams, Marcus Timms, J.L. Wren, James Henry, Bro. and Mrs. Moore. Volume 47 No 5. Editor and publisher: Wilbur Wright

JANUARY 13, 1950

The average rainfall for the last ten years as been about 57 inches, but fell below that mark in 1949. Rainfall data for the last five years: 1949: 50.77 - 1948: 66.39 - 1947: 49.51 - 1946: 59.41 - 1945: 59.00. Selmer Jaycees busy with campaign to add new members and the 1950 March of Dimes program. Local dentists, Drs. T.R. Barr and F.W. Brigance, Supt of Schools, J C Taylor, parents and teachers plan meeting to promote better dental education and health care. Michie High basketball teams have played 15 games to date. The girls have a record of 14 won. The boys have won 8, with four of their losses to Mississippi teams. Selmer Lions Club Sight Program helps five year old Lockie Ann Prather, daughter of Elijah Prather of Ramer with corrective eye surgery and eye glasses. A meeting of county Home Demonstration Club will help members wire kerosene and aladdin lamps for electrical lights. Republicans to have primary April 6 th to select the party’s candidates for the August election. It is the understanding of the Independent that the expense of the election will be borne by the candidates themselves. Selmer Lions have been invited to participate in the March of Dime Charity game at Jackson on Jan 30 th . Prof B.T. Kiser, Principal of Selmer High School announces the honor roll. Group one made 90 or above on all subjects, Group 2, average of 90. Group 1: Rebecca Sanders, Martha Jane Smith, Anne Claire Wright, Mary Alice Whittaker, Emma Lee Rinehart, Mary Lou Marcus, Christine Wilson, Jerry Barron, Patricia Carroll, Joan Mattox, Kenneth Randolph, Margaret Weatherford, Sarah Robinson, Jean Irwin, Marvaleen Barnes, Wendall Curtis, June Weatherford, Malene Jones, Nyta Joyce Morrow, Joy Weaver, Coy Grantham, Richard Lee Brown, Billy Barnes, Mary Grace Kiser, Hugh Burford, Jimmy Plunk, H.J. Maxedon. Group 2: Rachel Prather, Mary Alice Smith, Houston Thrasher Jr., Wilburn Gene Ashe, Rudolph Gooch, Grady Taylor, Marie Jones, Larry Jordan, Freida Moore, Rachel Moore, Carlene Wilson, Sammy Henry, James Eldon Thomas, James Alton Scott, Inez Kirk, Jimmy Jones, Betty Jo Hurst, Glenn McBride, T.L. Michael, Doris Lou McGee, Geraldine Gaddy, Rebecca Williams, Gene Rinks, Pauline Jones, Audrey Mae Sipes, Wayne Martin, Howard Emmons, Robert Earl Sibley, Verlin Horton. Selmer Lions and Lioness’s sport their new suits when they ventured to Savannah to engage in a royal battle with the hostile Central High cage squads. Everybody and his brother was there, approximately 1,000 fans in the gym. The girls had a hard way to go, however, as Savannah’s Miss Mix almost ruined us with her longs shots, scoring 12 points. Selmer stayed behind until the last quarter and when the final whistle blew, the local lassies had won by a two point margin, 18 to 16. Lineup: Hamm 7, D McClain 8, Baker, McClain, Mitchell, Clifton, Wilbanks, Watson, Horner, Burkeen 3, In the boy’s game, Savannah thought they could cut our water off by bottling up Bear McClain, but the Kirk twins and Red Weatherford began to cool Central off fast. We gained steadily every quarter. In the fourth quarter, the Kirk twins fouled out. Central still couldn’t go anything with two of our main players out. Final score 57 to 38. Bill Kirk had 15 points before he went out. Red Weatherford got 14 and Bear McClain 13. Bob Kirk got 11 points and Wayne McClain got 4. All over all, they are a fine ‘five’ don’t you think? Substitutes for Selmer: Hawkins, McCullar, Martin. Infant Brent Lee, age 5 days old, son of Mr. and Mrs. Hayes P. Lee of Michie, died on Jan 4, 1950. Besides his parents he is survived by one sister Patsy Hayes Lee. Mrs. W.N. Dennie, 68, of Pattonville, Texas, died at home Saturday afternoon was formerly Miss Elsie Chamness, daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. E.C. Chamness. She was born in Clarendon, Ark, March 28, 1881. She went to Pattonville in 1903. Besides her husband, she leaves four children, Willie, Joe Travis, Jack and Mrs. John Cason; and a brother A.H. Chamness of Paris. Mrs. Dennie was raised at Adamsville, Tenn. Mrs. Minnie Bell Carman, age 72, of Jackson, Tenn., died on January 1, 1950. Funeral services were held in the Chapel of Shackelford Funeral Home. Burial was in Oak Hill Cemetery. The deceased is survived by her husband, M.L. Carman; three daughters, Mrs. J.H. Powers, Mrs. Vernol L. Lilley, Mrs. J.M. Petty; one son, William E. Carman and four grandchildren. One sister, Mrs. Grace Lyons, also survives. Joe B. Kerby, age 90, of Leapwood, died at his home on Sunday, January 8, 1950. Services were held at the Mars Hill Church of Christ on Monday, January 9 with burial in the cemetery there. Survivors are listed but not readable because paper torn. Mr. Levi Malone, age 77, of Bethel Springs, died on Jan 9, 1950. Funeral services, conducted by Bro. Dixon, were held at the Walnut, Miss. Baptist Church and burial was in the Harmony Cemetery near Walnut. He was a Missionary Baptist. The deceased is survived by four daughters, Mrs. Frank Lipford, Mrs. J.N. Nolds, Mrs. J.L. Croskey and Mrs. Windell Robinson; and two sons, Mack and Marcus Malone. Virgil Lee Bennett, age 73, resident of Chewalla, Tenn., died on Tuesday, January 3, 1950. He was a member of the Church of Christ. Funeral services were held at the Chewalla Baptist Church with burial in the Indian Creek Cemetery, with Shackelford Funeral Directors in charge of arrangements. The deceased is survived by his wife, Mrs. Julia McGuinn Bennett; one daughter, Mrs. Sadie Tisdale; and three sons, Jesse, Rupert, and Bonnie; ten grand children and four great grand children I wish to thank our friends for the many acts of kindness shown my husband, Charley Gardner, during his long illness, especially during the holiday season. Marie Gardner For sale: Slab wood $8 per cord. Round wood, any length $8- $10 per cord. Clyde Hurst. For sale: Good grade Kentucky Coal $13 per ton. Deliver in and around Selmer. J.T. Coats. Finger 4-H club met and reorganized. Officers were elected: Joyce Beene, Pres; James Kirkpatrick, Vice Pres; Sue Naylor, Sec; Billy Carroll Smith, Reporter; Preston Lipford and Betty Sue Vires, Song Leaders; Mr. Lloyd Harris, Leader. After the transaction of business, the song leaders led the group in singing ‘She’ll Be Coming Around The Mountain.’ McNairy 4-H met and elected the following officers: Carl Moore, Pres; Jimmy Burkeen, Vice Pres; Dorothy Kiser, Sec; Robbie Nell Miller and Marlene Tull, Reporters; Newell Miller and Cleatous Moore, Song Leaders; Mr. Donald Woods, Club Leader. We have 33 members. Mr. Grover Vaughn of McNairy County, who resides at Route 2, Pocahontas and who does a little trapping for fur-bearing animals, was presented a Certificate Award for the prize winning pelt for Sears’ Raw Fur Marketing Service. Chewalla Community: Funeral services were held for the six month old son of Mr. and Mrs. Curtis Butler at Holly, Wenasoga, Miss, with interment there. Guys Community: Mr. and Mrs. Richard Sharp are the parents of a fine baby boy born Dec 31. He is named Richard Gary. Robert Kendrick Beck has entered U-T medical school in Memphis. Stantonville Home Demonstration club met in the home of Mrs. Emma Raines. Four visitors: Mrs. Georgia Horton of Selmer, Mrs. Jewel Tyler of Crump, Miss Betty Smith and Miss Laura Irwin. Mrs. Maxine Carroll gave the devotional. Miss Smith and Miss Irvin each played a piano solo. Mrs. Emma Raines, the poultry leader, gave some tips on caring for our laying hens during the winter months. Miss Betty Smith, 4-H student gave a demonstration of six delicious drinks using dairy products. Showing the Ritz next week: Yes Sir that’s My Baby - Blondie’s Secret - Calamity Jane And Sam Bass - Down Dakota Way - That Forsythe Woman. Three of the movies this week are in color. Cartoons on Saturday and Sunday. Selmer Community: Mr. and Mrs. Clyde Hurst have announced the birth of twin girls, who arrived at Smith’s clinic. They have been named Jeannette and Annette. Mrs. I H Brooks is improving. Among others from Selmer that attended the funeral of Joe Kirby at Mars Hill Monday were: Mrs. H.T. Hamm, J.E. Hodges, Mrs. Merle Weatherford, Miss Mary Jo Sowell, Mr. and Mrs. W.W. Thompson, Mrs. Bliss Hair, Mrs. Jess Carothers and Mr. and Mrs. Pony Tacker. Little Eddie Barron, son of Mr. and Mrs. F.M. Barron has the measles. Rose Creek 4-H met recently. Program: Pledge to the Flag led by Robert Houston King. Barbara Ann Floyd gave a talk about feeding the milk cows. Dottie Jean Cox gave a farm quiz and Noma Jean Russom spoke about 4-H Club Work. Jessie and Marie Wilson told about conservation of our natural resources. 4-H pledge led by Thomas Gibson and group singing was led by Magdeline Mullins and Dottie Mitchell. New officers elected: O’Neal Whitten, Pres; Jo Doris Matlock, Vice Pres; Marie Wilson, Sec; Shirley Jean Mitchell, Reporter; Jo Ann Milstead and Noma Jean Russom, Song Leaders. The Pleasant Grove Home Demonstration Club met at the home of Mrs. Patie Everetts. Two new members: Mrs. Armenta DePoyster and Mrs. Dan Cox. The next meeting will be with Mrs. Ethel Gilbert. The Business Women’s Circle of First Baptist Church met at the home of Mrs. Roy Parrish with fourteen members present. It was voted the ladies would not wear an orchid for Easter, but each one will give the price of a corsage to foreign missions and wear a paper orchid that says ‘I gave my orchid to Christ.’ Mrs. Farris Wilkerson presented retiring president Mrs. Forrest Williams an honorary pin. Any G I desiring to build a new home, see Standard Lumber Co for details for a 100% loan. Ervin C Hester, County Highway Commissioner gave a financial statement for 1949. Revenue form 2 cent gas tax and other sources $169,953. Cash disbursed for the year $162,843. Great values found at U-Tote-Em Grocery Co. Volume 47 Number 6. Wilbur Wright Owner and Publisher.

January 20, 1950

A record crowd was on hand Saturday night when Whitehaven teams came to play two boys games against Selmer. In the first game the B teams played and Whitehaven took Selmer to the cleaners 48 to 23. Line up for the B game: L Kirk 4, P Kirk 2, Moore 8, Barron 4, Kinchen 4, subs Price, Thomas, Miller, Woods, Kiser. Selmer’s main team got off to a good start and all seemed well until Selmer’s star center, Bear McClain suffered a very painful injury. Sub Wayne Martin was sent into the game and the game went well with a score for Selmer’s win 60 to 35. Lineup: Weatherford 10, Bob Kirk 18, B McClain 6, Bill Kirk 12, W McClain 7, Hawkins 4, Martin 3. According to Mr. Lester Moore, School Attendance Teacher, sixteen families refuse to send their children to school. Papers have been turned over to Sheriff Kirkpatrick to cite them into court. Preston Smith, who has served McNairy County for the past few years, is on leave of absence from the office and has turned his duties over to his brother, Bill Smith. Preston is now working for the Tenn Gas and Transmission Co, Michie basketball teams traveled to Saltillo. The girls did not click in the first half and Saltillo was leading 20 to 10. In the second half Michie came to life pulling the score up and winning 39 to 30. Lineup: Pettigrew 12, Whitaker 10, R Fisher 2, M Fisher, J Garrett, B Garrett, subs Price, Carroll 15, Copeland, Moore, Gooch and Briley. The Boys made a good showing in this game in spite of the fact that three of the regular players were absent, and won 37 to 20. Lineup: Carroll 10, Nunley 5, Churchwell 16, Smith 1, Farris 5. Friday night Michie played host to Bethel Springs with the host team winning both games. Michie Girls won 64 to 12 and the Michie Boys won 27 to 16. Michie Girls lineup: R. Fisher 13, Whitaker 14, Carroll 33, Price, J. Garrett, B. Garrett; subs: Copeland 4, Moore, Gooch Howard, Briley. Bethel Springs Girls lineup: Barham 6, Patterson 2, Murry 2, Walker, Barber, Plunk; subs: Wilson 2, Hinds, Milam, Isbell, Murry, Russom. Cooperative Dental Health program underway in the school system. Mrs. Louis Adams, Health Dept Nurse, Dr. T.R. Barr, local dentist and Supt. J.C. Taylor pledge to support the program. March of Dimes drive is underway with Mr. Leslie Moore, County Chairman. Community Committees with the Chairman listed first: Adamsville: Carlie Hughes, W.P. Littlefield, Coleman Smith, Hugh McArthur, Abernathy Browder, A.H. Warner. Bethel Springs: C.L. Hendrix, Rev. R.M. Dickson, Mr. and Mrs. Sardie Henry, Ancil Walker and Derucie Henry. Ramer: Chairman – L.G. Vaughn, J.T. Shelton, Mrs. J.L. McReynolds, Mrs. May Hamm, Coach Johnson. Michie: J.B. Childers, Mrs. Clydus Cunningham, Russell McDanie, Doc Howard. Stantonville: Ted Smith, Mrs. Julia Sanders. McNairy: Donald Woods, Willard E. Smith Rose Creek: C.P. Ellis, Mrs. C.P. Ellis, Mrs. Celeste Higginbottom. Finger: Haven Garner, Mrs. Henry Kirkpatrick. Leapwood: Murry Barker, C.S. Treece Milledgeville: Joe Young, Beverly Lott Gravel Hill: Leonard Moore, Azalee Nichols Acton: Mr. and Mrs. Rufus Cunninngham Guys: J.L. Wren, Sam Ingram Chewalla: Mrs. Bernice Rardon, Miss Inez Derryberry County Colored Schools: Elmer Ledbetter, Hattie Wynn and Lucius Bond Sub district FHA & FHA meeting at Bethel Springs School. Contests were held in Parliamentary Procedure. Five of the Bethel Springs Girls composed the winning team: Janice Plunk, Ina Mae McIntyre, Marilyn Newsom, Joan Milam and Juanita Smith. In the boys division, Bethel Springs won third place. Jack Fullwood has received appointment as Rural Mail Carrier of Route One, Michie. Jack has about 42 months in the armed services of his country, with much of this time overseas. When the war came to an end he had been promoted to Captain. Ramer 4-H Club met and elected new officers: President - Elmer Hamm, Vice P- Illa Gene Collins, Sec - Nola Jene Bolton. Song leaders - Dorothy Ann Teague and Pat Taylor. Reporter - Dorothy Jo Kennedy. U S Civil Service announces has examination to fill position of rural carrier at Bethel Springs, Tenn. Applicants must reside in the territory of the Post Office where the vacancy exists. Salary for a 30 mile route is $2,758 per year and 8 cents a mile for vehicles. Friday night proved to be an unlucky day for Grand Junction Basketball teams here on the local court. Grand Junction girls tried hard, but couldn’t overcome the charge of the Lionesses. Selmer girls led in the first quarter and final score was 32 to 14. Selmer lineup: Baker 6, Hamm 14, D. McClain 5, Clifton 2, M McClain, Wilbanks. Subs: Mitchell, Burkeens, Horner, Jones, Whitaker, Isbell, Smith. It is easy to describe the boy’s game, by saying that every man on the three teams got a chance to play against Grand Junction. All but two of the 15 boys on Selmer’s three squads scored in this ball game. In the last minute of the game, all four of the Kirk boys were in at one time. The locals led in a scoring by a wide margin all the way through. Final score was 94 to 23. No lineup listed. Stantonville 4-H Club met with 33 members present. Devotional was given by Rosalene Tidwell. Songs by the group. ‘The Lost Pearls’ by the eighth grade. Piano Solo by Betty Smith. Song by Patricia and Priscilla Nunley, Eula Mae Vaughn and Nell Evans. Miss Sams gave a discussion on Family Relationships. Political Announcement: Mansel Michael is a candidate for the office of Circuit Court Clerk. The Stantonville Community Club met recently. Honored guests and speakers from Kraft Foods Co in Miss. and J.A. Bray manager of Kraft Cheese plant in Corinth. Mr. Chrestman, farm adviser in Miss. gave an interesting lecture on balancing cotton growing with dairying for a steady income on the farm. Mrs. Edgar Smith, reporter. Hadacol is helpful to folks of all ages. So it matters not who you are. It matters not where you live. Or if you have tried all the medicines under the sun, give Hadacol a trial. Don’t go on suffering. Don’t continue to lead miserable life. Live happy again with Hadacol. Showing at the Ritz next week: That Forsythe Woman - Bomba on Panther Island - Brimstone - Range Justice - Adam’s Rib. They’re here! Ford Trucks for ‘50! At Latta Motor Company. Phone 64. Gravel Hill Community: Quite a bit of Illness in the community. On the sick list: Mr. J.B. Huggins, Mrs. W.J. McCoy, Cassie Mae Armstrong, Don Huggins, James Opal Gray, Mr. Lex Armstrong, Phillip Huggins, Mrs. Ella Smith, Mrs. Cola Bell, Mrs. Bill Bailey. Mr. Earl Patrick and family of New Hope were visiting at church here Sunday. Cox Community: Mr. and Mrs. Hugh Sanders moved into this community recently. The best time to brood chicks is from Jan 1 to March 31. Pullets raised during this time will lay heavy during the months from August to December, says County Agent J.L. McReynolds. Selmer Community: Mrs. Minnie McCullar, who for many years has been proprietress of the Atlas Home, on Monday moved to her home in East Selmer. Mr. and Mrs. A. J. Garrison now occupy the hotel and beginning this week, they will be open for public patronage. The condition of J.L. Meeks, who has been sick for several weeks, shows little change. Mrs. J. M. Crocker of the Cypress community is convalescing at the Baptist hospital, following an operation. Among those from out-of-town who attended a leaders conference at the First Baptist Church were: Mrs. E.G. Sanders, Rev. and Mrs. P.E. Claybrook of Stantonville; Mr. and Mrs. C.S. Paris, Rev. and Mrs. Brooks Harris and Mrs. John Tidwell of Adamsville; Rev. and Mrs. Bill Bailey and Mrs. Dewey Armstrong of Gravel Hill. Among those sick in our community: Mrs. J.W. Gray, Gib Combs, and Mrs. Mary Louise Richardson. Don’t let your bathroom floor rot out - let us fix your leaks. Hawkins Electric & Plumbing Shop. Make your plans now to dine with us Sunday. Home-made breads and desserts every day. Atlas Home Hotel Dining Room. David Henley celebrated his 7 th birthday party at the home of his mother Mrs. J.E. Henley. Those present were: Ward Ray, Carolyn Russom, Janetta Mitchell, John Aubrey Jordan, Danny Russom, Petty Sue Isbell, Doris Ray, Peggy Henley, Jimmy Henley, Patsy Kiestler, James Isbell, Roger Ray, Russell Ray, Ola Fay Ray and Carl Henley. Lawton Community: Mrs. Walker is sick and several cases of measles are reported. Mr. and Mrs. Hilmer Crabtree and Patsy, Grady Browder and family attend the revival at Southside Baptist Church in Savannah. Rev. Percy Ray is the preacher. The marriage of Miss Jonnie Lee Plunk, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Eubert Plunk of Selmer to Pfc. G.W. Knight of Jackson, came as a surprise to many friends. Following a simple ceremony in Corinth, Miss., the happy couple left for a southern motor trip before returning to Albuquerque, New Mexico where the groom is stationed with the US Army. Argonaut Book Club had its regular meeting at the home of Mrs. K.L. McReynold with Mrs. V.L. Robinson assisting. Mrs. Rachel Adams presided over the meeting. After business, two contests were enjoyed with Mrs. A.H. Olive and Mrs. Adams, the winners. The next meeting will be with Mrs. Mary Gooch and Mrs. Jack Rinehart. Selmer Library Club met in the home of Emma Lee Rinehart. Co hostesses were Dean Herchenhehn and Malen Jones. The program was on Tennessee Writers. Elizabeth Buford gave a review of one of Helen Topping Miller’s book, ‘Sounds of Chariots.’ A brief sketch of the author’s life was given by Anne Claire Wright. Bethel Springs 4-H Club met and re-organized for 1950. New officers: President - Curry Hendrix, Vice P - Bobby Gene Harris, Sec - Wanda Hendrix, Reporter - Jo Ann Barham, Song leaders - Johnnie Miller and Bobby Burgess. Leaders - Miss Edna Barham and Mr. Cecil Clayton Dollar for Dollar you can’t beat a Pontiac. Thomas-Farris Pontiac Co. Phone 137-J. The Vogue continues its Sweeping Clearance with great price reductions. Dresses value to $16.95 just $5. Values to $19.95 just $7. Values to $29.95 only $10. Opening Feb 1: Hawkins Electric & Plumbing Shop. Behind Funeral Home in former Health Dept. Office. The 1950 Chevrolet is First... and Finest... At Lowest Cost! Sibley Chevrolet Co., Phone 205. New owners of Reid Brothers in Corinth are James Lindsey and Kenneth Crawford. Pebble Hill Community: Mr. and Mrs. Alvin Glidewell moved into the house vacated by Mr. and Mrs. John Rickman last week. Mr. and Mrs. Paul Moore have moved in the house vacated by Willis Burks. Mr. and Mrs. Edgar George have their new home almost finished. Funeral services for the infant son of Mr. and Mrs. Hays Lee were held by Rev. Bennie Barron on Feb 6. He lived five days. Interment in the Pebble Hill Cemetery. Mt. Gilead Home Demonstration Club met in the home of Mrs. Ernest Mitchell with nine members present and one guest - Mrs. Otis Ray. The devotional was given by Mrs. E.C. Causey. Officers were elected for the New Year: Pres – Mrs. E.C. Causey; Vice P. and Devotional Chairman – Mrs. Ab Henson; Sec. & Treas. – Mrs. Ernest Mitchell; Recreation & Reporter – Mrs. J.E. Henley; Sunshine Chairman – Mrs. Marshall Mitchell. Project leaders: Home Management – Mrs. Hoyt Isbell; Clothing – Mrs. Carl Wilson; Gardening – Mrs. W.H. Jordan; Poultry – Mrs. Ulyss Wilson; Food & Nutrition – Mrs. E.H. Kiestler; Home Marketing & Crafts – Mrs. Arch Russell. For Rent: 5 room house on East Purdy Rd near tie yard. Electricity. Wire for electric stove. City water. See H. L. Hubanks. Mrs. Estella Shelton Meek, wife of Mr. Lee Meek of the Mt. Zion community, was born Sept. 2, 1885, and departed this life Jan. 6, 1950. Early in life, at the age of nine, she moved to the Mt. Zion community with her parents, and dedicated her life to Christ, and has since been a devoted member of the Mt. Zion Methodist church. She was married to W.L. Meek Nov 14, 1910. To this union were born five children. Three of them are left to mourn her passing: Fisher and Edwin of this community and Mary Sue Evans of Selfridge Air Force Base in Michigan. She is survived by two grandchildren, Phillip Edwin Meek and Mary Anne Evans; two brothers J.L. Shelton of Dallas, Texas and J.A. Perry of Jackson, Tenn.; one sister, Mrs. G.H. Chatten of Dallas, Texas. Her funeral services were conducted in the Mt. Zion Church and her body was laid to rest in the Churchyard cemetery. Volume 47 No 7, Wilbur Wright, Owner and Publisher

January 27, 1950

Selmer played host to Bolivar Tuesday night. As most of you know, the Bolivar boy’s team is the only team to defeat our boys, so it was quite a game. Everybody that could walk was there. The place was packed to the rafters and overflowing. The Selmer girls tried hard to win their sixth game, but didn’t quite succeed. Wasn’t much scoring in the first half but Bolivar was ahead. In the third quarter, our girls almost caught up and the last quarter proved a futile battle with Bolivar victorious 24 to 19. Lineup: Hamm 8, Baker, D. McClain 3, Clifton, M. McClain, Watson, Horner 8, Burkeen. The boy’s game was quite a thriller. It was neck to neck for the first half with Selmer ahead 3 points. The Lions made a comeback in the third quarter but almost lost it in the fourth. Final score Selmer 37, Bolivar 30. Lineup: Weatherford 6, Bob Kirk 9, B McClain 10, W. McClain 6 Bill Kirk 6, Hawkins. The B team easily won the game with a score of 34 to 9. Barron led the Selmer B’s with nine points. Local lineup without their score: Kirk, Kinchen, Wood, Price, and Barron with subs, Moore, Thomas, Kiser, Miller. The First Presbyterian Church will show the film ‘Into The Good Ground on Sunday at 5pm. Pickwick Shine Club met at Thrasher’s Café on Friday night. 25 members from Hardeman, Hardin, McNairy and Wayne counties were in attendance. Those from McNairy county: H.E. Warner, Troy Pettigrew, Sam H. Taylor, Albert Warner, Louis Adams, R.B. Gooch, James W. Hamilton, Edgar Hodges, Flake Humphrey, Marvin E. Sparks, P.H. Thrasher and Dave Robinson. Mr. Horace O Tidwell, age 55, died on January 16, 1950, at his residence in Leapwood. He was a Free Will Baptist. Services were held at the Antioch Church of Christ on Wednesday, January 18, with interment in the Enville cemetery. Shackelford Funeral Directors were in charge of arrangements. The deceased is survived by his wife, Mrs. Mary Maranda Tidwell, two daughters, Mrs. Helen Matlock and Mrs. Fay H. Childers; two sons, Glenn Royce and H.T. Tidwell of Leapwood; eleven grandchildren, two sisters, Mrs. Fate Walker and Miss Artie Tidwell; six brothers, Charlie, Frazier, Nealus, John, Hurley and Willard Tidwell. Miss Lois Maer, pianist, was presented in concert by the Stephen Foster Club of Selmer at the First Baptist Church. Following the concert, a reception was held at the home of Miss Pauline Smith. Hazel Walker’s Arkansas Travelers will meet Brown Shoe Company Boys Independents tonight at ten o’clock at the Selmer gymnasium. Rep Murray cites his views on recent legislation: On Socialized Medicine, he says, ‘ I presume that President Truman again will recommend to Congress the enactment of compulsory health insurance, or socialized medicine. The more I think about the question, the stronger I am opposed to it. It is unthinkable to me that our county should follow in the footsteps of England and adopt socialized or political medicine. We have the finest medial system in the world and we should encourage voluntary health insurance programs such as Blue Cross and blue Shield instead of talking about socialized medicine. The cost of free medical treatment to our people would run into the billions of dollars.’ Rep. Murray goes on to say ‘In voting, members of congress must realize our government does not create or make a single dollar - but that all of the money for expenditures must come from the taxpayer.’ WCMA radio station at Corinth will start a program presented by the Alcorn county Health which will include interesting and informative discussions by a physician, a public health nurse and others. Selmer plays Middleton. The Middleton girls were just a ‘hair’ better than the local squad. They led all through the game. Our girls fought but the Middleton girls could not be stopped. Final score 41 to 27 in favor of Middleton. Lineup: Burkeen 12, Hamm, 10 D McClain 5. Guards are: Clifton, M. McClain, Mitchell. Subs: Baker, Wilbanks, Horner, Jones, Whitaker. The Middleton gym had been freshly waxed. In fact it was so fresh it hadn’t dried. This didn’t bother the girls too much, but the boys had a slick and dangerous time. On the tip-off, three of our players went to the floor. The boys couldn’t move with much speed in the beginning but then ran away with the ball. Final score 51 to 21 in favor of Selmer. Lineup: Weatherford 3, Bob Kirk 13, W. McClain 13, Bill Kirk 8, Martin 5. Subs Hawkins 2, Emmons, Tackett, McCullar, Barron 4, Moore 3. Showing at the Ritz next week: Adams’ Rib, Moonrise, That Midnight Kiss, Outcasts of the Trail, Seabiscuit. Chewalla Community: Mrs. W.L. Harben, has been confined to her bed for six months and spent some time in a Memphis hospital. Mrs. Cynthia Carter has moved into the house vacated by Mr. Levi Gurley and family. Mrs. Beatrice Reardon, Mrs. Fred Fulton and Inez Derryberry attended a teacher’s meeting in Selmer. Rev. R.L. Armour filled his regular appointment last Sunday morning with a large attendance. Mr. and Mrs. Levi Gurley have moved into their new home located between Guys and Chewalla. Old Cool Springs Community: Several were present at the singing Saturday night. There will be a singing at the home of W.A. Plunk, Sunday night, if weather is permitting. Bro. Bolen delivered a fine message here Sunday. Mr. and Mrs. W.A. Plunk and Neva King attended the funeral of his uncle, John Starks, at Finger Sunday. Mrs. Ludie Nash has returned home from the hospital. Jordan’s has a sale going on this week. Test overalls just $1.95 a pair. Beauty Hill Community: Services are being conducted in the new church building at Beauty Hill. Mrs. Nancy Sullivan, Mrs. Cletus Burkeem and Mrs. Mable Lipford are on the sick list. Gravel Hill Community: Some of our sick are not showing much improvement. Mr. Will Jaggars is suffering with rheumatism. We received word of the death of Mrs. Arch Hamm . Miss Jo Ethel Rimmer is home after having her appendix removed at Humphrey-Phillips Clinic. Buena Vista Community: Those on the sick list are Mrs. Ollie Johnston, Mrs. Louise Campbell, Mrs. Martha Jenkins. Mrs. Campbell has not walked for 4 years and has been in bad health for 11 years. Mount Zion Community: Sandra Brown and Martha Ann McCullar have the measles. The young peoples’ League of the Methodist Church met in the home of Mr. and Mrs. Bobby Holmes. Games were played and refreshments served. Rose Creek Community: Mr. Frank Brint is improving. J.T. Hunter and J.W. English came from Memphis and butchered a fine hog for Tom Hunter last week. Mrs. Nola Roten has purchased the J. E. Moore farm and moved into our community. Travis and George Estes and Mr. Hadden of Memphis went bird hunting last week. Alvin Wilson and J.C. Wyatt attended Piney Grove church Sunday night. Old 16 th Community: We are sorry to hear about the death of Bro. Onnie Blankenship’s son. Mr. Ezra Plunk is better. Murrell Russell, son of Mr. and Mrs. Frank Russell, has been discharged from the US Army. Cox Community: Prayer meeting of Cox community was at the home of Rev. and Mrs. Willie Dillon Wednesday night. Next week will be at the home of Bro. and Mrs. Hugh Sanders. Birthday dinner was set for Sunday, Jan 22 for Mr. Shady Maness who celebrated his 45 th birthday at his home near Bethel Springs. Those present were: Mr. and Mrs. J.H. Maness, Mr. and Mrs. Fayne Miller, Mr. and Mrs. Buford Howell and son Frank, Mr. and Mrs. Jack Howell and son Sammy, Mr. and Mrs. Clarence Causey and sons. Stantonville Community: Mr. Barron, who is the minister of the Methodist Church, and Mrs. Barron were dinner guests of Mr. and Mrs. Horry Raines. They also visited Mrs. Maziah Erwin who has the flu and little daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Dolphia McCullar who has the mumps. Mrs. Willard smith went to the doctor in Memphis. Ramer Community: Cpl. Ted Overton is visiting on furlough. Friends of the Bell family, old settlers of the Ramer community, will regret to know that Mrs. Reed, the former Helen Bell, died suddenly at her home on Jan 14. Misses Edith Gibson and Mabel Lawson were home from college this weekend. Grady Derryberry of the Hurley community is sick. Job Teague has been in failing health is seriously ill. The children of Jess Martin are with relatives here since their house burned in Brickley, Ark. Mrs. Martin and two children were badly burned and one daughter, Louise, age 16, died. Selmer plays Bethel Springs. The girls’ game was close all the way with each team matching the others points until the last quarter. Final score Selmer 28, Bethel Springs 20. Lineup for Selmer: Baker 2, Hamm 14, D. McClain 7, Clifton, M. McClain, Mitchell. Subs: Burkeen 4, Whitaker. Lineup for Bethel Springs: Barham 9, Patterson 7, Murry, Walker, Plunk, Barber. Subs: Wilson 4, Isbell, Milam, King, Smith 1, Watson. The Lions held the Bethel Springs boys until the third quarter with a lead of 29 to 7. In the last quarter the Bethel lads opened up and outscored the Selmer team but was too far behind to catch up. Final score Selmer 41 to 20. Lineup Selmer: Weatherford 4, Bob Kirk 4, W. McClain 23, Bill Kirk 2, Martin 2. Subs: Hawkins 4, Emmons, Tackett, McCullar, Barron, Kinchen, Moore 1, L. Kirk P. Kirk. Bethel Springs lineup: Nichols 8, Leath 5, Hines 4, Orr, Robinson, Tull 2. Selmer played Saltillo and won both games. The girls had a hard time from start to finish but won by 31 to 30. Selmer boys maintained almost a 2 to 1 lead from start to finish with the final score bring 69 to 39. High scorers were Weatherford and Bob Kirk 16 points each. Selmer Community: Dr. R.H. Young and W.R. Kelly of Indiana and friends are making their annual visit to the Iron Bell and getting in some good hunting. Mrs. Arnie Huggins, mother of R.N Huggins is slowly recovering from a serious illness. J.L. Alexander is in the hospital in Memphis. Little James Curtis Misner, Ann Mabry, and Johnny Cox are ill with measles. Those on the sick list: Mrs. W.W. Wallace, J.B. Graham, and Sr. J.L. Meeks. Mr. and Mrs. J.L. Plunk announce the marriage of their daughter, Miss Matilda Plunk to Mr. Donald William Speraw at the Methodist church parsonage on Jan. 21. Miss Mary Ann Crabtree was the bride’s only attendant and Mr. Terry Clifton attended the bridegroom as best man. The Brown Shoe Company basketball boys and girls teams lost both games last Friday night to Salant & Salant Shirt Factory at Parsons. The girls lost 29 to 36 and the boys lost 47 to 65. For Brown Shoe girls, Christine Littlejohn scored 12 points, K. Norris 10, L. Plunk 5 and L. Cox 2. Billy Mitchell was high point man for Brown Shoe boys with 13 points, Elmo Cox 8, Clayton 9, Ray Henry 7, Pete Plunk 6 and L. Henry 4. Miss Louise Martin, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Jesse Martin of Brickeys, Ark., lost her life in an explosion and fire when she attempted to kindle a fire with tractor fuel, on Tuesday, Jan 17. Her mother and two other children were seriously burned. They are receiving treatment in a Memphis Hospital. Services were held at the Antioch Church of Christ near Ramer on January 18 th . Burial was in the Ramer cemetery with Shackelford funeral Directors in charge of arrangements. Besides her parents, she is survived by four sisters, Ruth May, Mary Evelyn, and four brothers, Roy Lee, Billy Gene, J.B., and James Alvie Martin. Can you solve this by John Mason, previously from McNairy county: ‘Each and every mortal being born into this world has 2 parents, 4 grandparents, 16 great-grandparents, 32 g g grandparents and so on, with the number of ancestors doubling each generation. Have you ever tried to figure out how many forefather/mothers you had, all in one generation, one thousand years ago. It is 1,073,741,824. The strangest part is there were not that many people in the world 1,000 years ago. If we trace back the line five thousand years ago the number of our forebears would stagger the imagination. To make things worse, the farther in the past we go - the more our ancestors increase - the smaller the world’s population. Can you solve the problem? Volume 47 - Number 8 - Wilbur Wright, owner and publisher.

February 3, 1950

Sheriff Hugh Kirkpatrick, accompanied by deputies Willie Smith and Wiley Randolph, acting on a tip, brought in a large whiskey still Sunday. Seven empty ‘beer’ barrels and was still hot. 15 gallons of wildcat whiskey . Another raid on Wednesday northwest of Hickory School House confiscated 10 barrels of beer, a complete still and equipment. McNairy County Baptist plan a county wide revival in April. Churches that will participate are: Adamsville, Butler’s Chapel, Bethel Springs, Center Hill, Chewalla, Clear Creek, Falcon, Gravel Hill, Good Hope, Hopewell, Lorraine, Mt. Gilead, Mt. Zion, Morris Chapel, New Hope, Olive Hill, Pleasant Site, Ramer, Selmer, Tulu, Prospect and West Shiloh. B.T Kiser, Principal, Selmer School writes support for a large gymnasium for Selmer High School which could also be used as an auditorium for other school projects and community events. The Dept. of Agriculture announces that farmers in several counties in West Tenn. are eligible for disaster loans due to boll weevil infestation and unseasonable rains. Those counties are: Chester, Decatur, Fayette, Hardeman, Hardin, Henderson, McNairy and Shelby. The 40 th anniversary of the Boy Scouts of America will be observed Feb. 6 -12. Selmer Basketball team played the Paris Blue Devils for the March of Dimes in Paris. Selmer was defeated by the Paris five 60 to 47. They will play again next week in Selmer. Another capacity crowd when fans were entertained by two thrilling games with Adamsville. The girls had hard luck, losing to Adamsville 14 to 23. They started off like a rocket but got behind in the second quarter. Selmer boys gave Adamsville boys a good beating with the final score 49 to 23. Bob Kirk was top man for Selmer with 16 points and his brother Bill 13. Browder was top man for Adamsville with 7 points. Tommy Morris suffered a broken arm in a fall during the game. Last Monday, everybody and his brother from McNairy County went to Jackson to support the Michie Girls and Selmer Boys playing the Jackson Golden Bears in the March of Dimes charity game. Both McNairy County teams lost by a slim margin. Jessee Lafayette Alexander well known business man of Selmer and an Elder of the Selmer Christian Church, died at Campbell’s clinic in Memphis, Jan 28, 1950. He was 90 years old on Sept 12, 1949. Funeral services were held at the Selmer Christian Church. His body was laid to rest in the family plot at Selmer’s Oak Hill cemetery. He was born Sept 12, 1849, near Adamsville, the 5 th child of the late Winslow Sidney and Louisa Merrill Alexander, who moved to this county from North Carolina. Some 67 years ago, Uncle Fayette, united with the Christian Church in Adamsville, later moving his membership to the local congregation here in Selmer. As a young man he went into the mercantile business at Adamsville. He was married to Jennie Williams on Apr 14, 1881 and to this union was born one son, Charlie who died following an automobile accident in 1934. Mrs. Alexander died Feb 14, 1904. In 1910 Mr Alexander came to Selmer and established the Selmer Hardware Co. Upon retiring some 22 years ago, he sold his hardware business to Mr. L.R. Weatherford, the present owner. Mr. Alexander leaves two brothers, M.L. and J.H. Alexander, both of Selmer, and several nieces and nephews. Editor writes about the need of a new Selmer gymnasium. No gymnasium in the county has the capacity to take care of the crowd for two high school teams to play. Ramer has the largest seating capacity, Adamsville next and then Selmer. Ramer gym can seat about 1200. None of these gyms are big enough. Extra class rooms are need for Selmer Elementary. A new building is needed at Michie and Adamsville. Two high schools need land for expansion. We can do this if the county would float a bond. Some candidates listed in the County Republican Primary: Register: J.R. Miller, Ponie L. Tacker - Circuit Court Clerk: Mansel Michael, Grady King - County Court Clerk: Loyd Barnes, Clyde S. Treece - Road Commissioner: Ervin C. Hester - Trustee: Dewitt T. Hamilton, A.D. Hysmith. February Clearance Sale. Save 20% on all purchases at Guy E. Robinson, Selmer. Warning to Taxpayers: This is the last month to pay your 1949 taxes without a penalty. Mt. Zion Community: Mr. Dan Willis celebrated his 71 st birthday Sunday with five of his children present: Mr. and Mrs. Everett Henson, Mr. and Mrs. Dolphus McCullar and Martha, Mr. and Mrs. Rosco Steele, Mr. and Mrs. Herbert Case and boys; Mr. and Mrs. Owen Browder and girls. Mr. and Mrs. Dolpha McCullar attended the funeral of his uncle, Mr. J.L. Alexander. Mr. and Mrs. Henry Burks have been called to the bedside of Paul Ray Burks. Pebble Hill Community: Mr. and Mrs. Carl Donahoe are the parents of a baby girl born last week. Mr. and Mrs. Walter Baker and family moved to the Brook’s School House community last week. Mrs. Maggie Glidwell is on the sick list. Mr. and Mrs. Edgar George plan to move into their new house Monday. A birthday dinner was enjoyed by the family in the home of Mr. and Mrs. O.L. Reid on Jan. 21. It being Mr. Reid’s birthday and the 22 nd birthday of his granddaughter Mrs. Malcolm Atkins. Present were: Mr. and Mrs. Malcolm Atkins, Mr. and Mrs. J.B. Childers, Mr. and Mrs. Jack Wardlow and others. Mt. Zion Home Demonstration Club met at the home of Mrs. Irene Meek. Next meeting will be in the home of Mrs. Edna Tenry. The following citizen served on the grand jury this term of Court: Clyde Faulkner, Sol Colston, Wilson Tenry, W.A. Henson, Rupert Smith, Frank Tate, Henry Carman, Thomas Cobb, Logan Smith, Allen Garrison, Ennis Suggs, Troy Williams and L.R. Weatherford, foreman. Armour Star Meats on sale at U-Tote-Em Grocery Company: Lunch Tongue 49 ¢ Deviled Tongue 13¢ Liver Spread 13¢ Veal and Pork Loaf 45¢ Hot Tamales 25¢ Gravel Hill Community: The Primitive Baptists have completed the remodeling of their church and is one any community would be proud of. The Boys from Tennessee Hills put on an entertainment at the school building to a large audience, considering the inclement weather. Mr. and Mrs. Lot Rast have purchased a store and farm near Farmington and will be moving. Mrs. Lina Bowen has announced the wedding of her daughter, Mrs. Pauline Bowen King to Mr. Lot Rast of Iuka, Miss. The wedding took place in Corinth on Jan. 21, 1950. Mrs. Ted Bowen and Mrs. George Petty were the attendants. Stantonville Community: Mr. and Mrs. Amos Jaggars are the proud parents of a baby girl. Ramer Community: J.E. Barnes and Miss Cecil Barnes were visiting Ezra Barnes, who suffered shock and bruises when the oil truck he was driving struck a grocery truck at the intersection of Hwy 57 and Shiloh Rd. James Clay Shelton celebrates his 17 th birthday. Present were Mr. and Mrs. Celtus Carter, Mr. and Mrs. Laverne Darby and little daughter, Howard Shelton, Mr. and Mrs. Wilson Tenry, Mr. and Mrs. Tyler Gooch and Loyd Brook and Mrs. H.C. Gooch. Ramer basketball teams continue to give a good account of themselves. The boys have won 15 of 18 games. They were defeated by Bolivar, Savannah and Adamsville. The girls have lost 11 and won 7. The grammar school boys and played five games, winning three. Chewalla Community: Rev. Moore from Kentucky preached a trial sermon here Sunday. Mr. and Mrs. Raymond Teague moved from our community to the house in the Hurley community recently vacated by Gene Cardwell. The funeral of Mrs. Emma Mullens was held at Chewalla Church Thursday, with interment in Indian Creek cemetery. Quite a number of our farm boys attended the John Deere show at the Ritz Theatre in Selmer. Mr. Grady Derryberry of the Hurley community is in the hospital. Showing at the Ritz next week: Seabiscuit - Kiggs and Maggie in Jackpot Jitters - Prince of Foxes - Riders of The Dusk - Always Leave Them Laughing. Selmer Community - On the sick list: R.N. Huggins, Mrs. Bill Mitchell, Mrs. Slater Robinson and little Gib Combs, Jo Dan Wooten, Anita Parker and Helen Moore are ill with the measles. Mrs. Mamie Perkins, Mrs. Dee Perkins, and Bobby Latta went to Cherokee, Ala., to attend the funeral of Will T. Perkins. Mr Perkins was born and reared in the old Perkins home near Stantonville. Wess Moore celebrates 59 th birthday. Present were Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Moore and son, Mr. and Mrs. Romas Hall, Mr. and Mrs. Bill Price and son, Mr. Curtis Moore and Mrs. Betty Sue Moore, Mr. and Mrs. E.M. Jolly and daughter, Mr. and Mr. J.H. Moore and children, Mr. and Mrs. Jerome Hall, Mr. and Mrs. Thurman Moore and son, Mr. and Mrs. Odis Moore and children. Leapwood Community: Mrs Jennie Massengill, who has been sick for almost a year, is not showing any improvement. Those that visited over the week-end were: Mr. and Mrs. Claude Martin, Mr. and Mrs. R.A. Gilbert, Mrs. Pearl Gilbert and daughter, Mrs L.B. Hayre, Miss Maurie Cagles, Mrs. Wilson Jamerson, Mr. and Mrs. J.B. Massengill and J.L. Massengill. Miss Johnnie Lee Plunk married M.G. Knight on January 13, 1950 and now live in New Mexico. In a quite impressive ceremony, Jan 28, Alta Elizabeth Huggins became the bride of Benjamin Edward Pickering at Prescott Baptist Church in Memphis. The Melody Etude club met in the Ammons Studio Saturday afternoon. Programs were made by Mrs. Olive and presented by Donna Parker. The Junior Etude Club was entertained by Marjorie and Virginia Steadman on Monday night at their home. Roll Call Month at the Methodist Church will be in February. Services for William P. Perkins, who died Thursday, Jan 26, 1950, in a Hospital in Tuscumbia, Ala., were held at the Church of Christ at Cherokee, Ala., where he had been an active member and elder. He was born and reared in McNairy Co. belonging to prominent pioneer families. His grandparents, Solomon Perkins and R.D. Sutton were among the early settlers. He married Miss Johnnie Sherill of Cherokee, Ala. In addition to his wife, he leaves two sons, G.W. Perkins of Cherokee and Perry Perkins of Athens and one daughter, Mrs. Malon Cantrell of Tuscumbia, Ala. and four grandchildren. Brothers surviving are J. Samuel Perkins of Selmer; W.G. Perkins of Stantonville, C.G. Perkins of Corinth. The community of near Shiloh was shocked to hear of the sudden death of the baby daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Bill Harrison. She was 10 months old and their only child. Besides her parents, she leaves her grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Carl Harrison of Pittsburg Landing and Mr. and Mrs. Frank Flatt of near Acton, Tenn. She was laid to rest in the Shiloh cemetery under a mound of beautiful flowers. The Brown Shoe basketball teams marked up three more games to their credit last week, first winning over Lexington. The girls with a score of 26 to 19 and the boys 55 to 52, a close battle. High score for the girls game was Katherine Norris with 11 points and Elmo Cox with 11 points for the boys team. On Friday, Brown Shoes boys met Hazel Walker’s Arkansas Travelers (a girl’s team) in a most unusual and interesting game. Final score was Brown Shoe 46 and Arkansas Travelers 42. Also much appreciated was the fine cheers furnished by the Selmer High Cheer Leaders. Volume 47 No 9. Wilbur Wright, Publisher and Owner.

February 10, 1950

Cooperative Dental committee meets to plan dental program for school age children. Members are: Mrs. Maxine McCullar, Selmer; Mr. Depoyster and Mr. Paul Bodiford of Sulphur Springs; Mrs. Doyle Meadows of Finger; Professor Elmer Ledbetter of Selmer; Dock Whittaker of Stantonville. This program will start in the Sulphur Spring area next Tuesday. Employees of Brown Shoe Factory F contributed the March of Dime drive to fight against infantile paralysis. Contribution totaled $154.17. Employees of Brown Shoe Factory V contributed $109.62. For the first time in several years the Republican Party has decided to select the party’s nominees for the August Election by a Primary election on April 6. Since no one asked for the party nomination against Sheriff Hugh Kirkpatrick, he was declared the party nominee. Kirkpatrick was unable to attend the meeting and Mrs. Kirkpatrick was his spokesman. He is recovering from an appendectomy at Humphry-Phillips Clinic. For Trustee: Dewitt Hamilton, present Trustee and A.D. Hysmith. County Court clerk: C.S. Treece of Leapwood and Loyd Barnes of Ramer. Register: Two ex-service men: J.R. Miller and Ponnie Tacker. County Judge, incumbent, Judge R. Carter Smith and B.Y. Howell who was Register for many years, but has been farming for the past few years. Circuit Court Clerk: Mansel Michael and Grady King. Road Commission: Ervin C. Hester, incumbent, and Kennie Kerby ‘Bunk’ Gray and Howard Stephens. Speeches were given at the meeting by Chairman M.E. Smith, Mr. Bell Graham, W.E. Sewell, J.C. Taylor, Bob Croskery, and John R. Swaim. Selmer split a cage pair with visiting Savannah teams. The Lionesses were set down by their visitor, who scored 31 to our 19. But the ‘Fine Five’ let Savannah know who was boss by scoring 66 points to their 40. Selmer Lions were red hot and Savannah trailed from start to finish. Eight of our ten boys scored this time, but Bear McClain was the one who filled it full with 25 points. Selmer balls games reporter is Richard Brown. Traveling to Michie, the Selmer girls suffered a defeat 49 to 23. Whittaker was high scorer for Michie girls with 20 points. The boys won by a goodly margin, by putting 56 points through the baskets to Michie’s 23. Michie had several boys sick but they put up a good fight. Bear McClain high point man for Selmer with 15 points. Dickey was high point on Michie team with 12. New Fertilizer Co. organized here to provide farmers with liquid fertilizer. The new firm, Selmer Liquid Fertilizer Co, is located on Hwy 45 S about 2 miles south of Selmer according to Mr T.W. McBride. Brown Shoe Factories F & V announces open house for Feb. 23. This is the third anniversary of Factory V in Selmer. All those people who have been wanting to see how a shoe is made can go through either or both factories. E. Thompson, Supt Factory V – J.T. Carney, Supt. Factory F. First Presbyterian Church will institute a new service to be held at the regular vesper hour, 5 pm, with a special sermon for the children and young people. Rev. Heston Milligan, Pastor. TSSAA rules Kirk boys ineligible to participate in TSSAA sports for the rest of this school year, Hearing in Selmer School lunch room attracts crowd estimated at 600. Mrs. Troy Barnes (Faye) died at her home in Nashville on Thursday, February 2, 1950. The daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. H.G. Abernathy, she was born and reared in Adamsville and made her home here until moving to Nashville some twelve years ago. Funeral services were held in the Adamsville Baptist Church with interment in the Adamsville cemetery. She was a Methodist. She is survived by her husband Troy Barnes of Nashville, two brothers, Allen and J.D. Abernathy of Adamsville; three sisters, Mrs. Albin Walker, Mrs. Joe Franks and Mrs. Naomi Martineau, the later two of Washington, D C. Stantonville Home Demonstration met in the home of Mrs. Della Smith with 18 members present. Discussion was made about how to raise money for the group and it was decided to have a ‘grab bag’ at the next meeting. Mrs. Emma Raines, poultry chairman gave a talk about types of brooders recommended for our baby chicks. Mrs. Loraine Pettigrew spoke about the importance of balanced meals. Mrs. Cora Smith gave some helpful baking hints. Mrs. Lois Moffett gave hints on home management. Beauty Hill Community - The ground hog certainly did not see his shadow in this community last week. Mrs. Bryon Herring and children were visiting her brother, Cletus Burkeens. Mrs. Herring’s family was driven from their home by high water in Missouri. The Ladies Prayer Band met in the home of Mrs. E.C. Holland last Monday. They will meet next week with Mrs. Omo Hill. Competition and interest is running high between 4-H boys and girls who are feeding out calves for the spring and fall cattle show. O’Neal Whitten is feeding a Hereford calf and an Angus calf. Billy Ashe, another young feeder has his eye on the future, as he has purchased a purebred heifer with the hopes of building a herd of his own. Donald Spencer, Asst County Agent. Bethel Springs 4-H club met recently. The songs ‘God Bless America,’ The Doughnut Song’ and ‘Lil L Liza Jane’ were sung. Pledge to the American flag by Donnie Cheshier. ‘Eating Potatoes’ was given by Elsie Mae Campbell. Review of 4-H motto, etc. by Jo Ann Barham. Janis Ruth Campbell gave a talk on gardening. ‘I’ll Have a lovely Bunch of Coconuts’ and ‘Columbus Georgia,’ was sung by Patricia Maynard. Pledge to the 4-H flag led by Leon Mullins. Selmer 4-H club meets and elects officers: Curry Wolfe, pres; Joe Vance Moore, vice pres; James Nelson Osborn, sec; Betty Sue Murray, reporter; Dotty Cox and Joe Watson, song leaders; Miss Geraldine Clark, leader. The Stephen Foster Music Club met at the Methodist Church with Mrs. Harry Cain and Mrs. Leo Wingate, co-hostesses. The club will contribute roses for the beautification of the Court House grounds. A delightful program of piano music and singing was given by Mrs. Alton Scott, Mrs. Essie Chambers, Miss Joann Barr and Mr. Wyatt, Mrs. Harry Cain and Mrs. Louis Adams, Jr. A winning trio also entertained, Miss Pauline Smith, Mrs. Vernon Robinson and Brooks Jones. Crooked Creek Community: Farris Holmes and Mrs. Ruby McDaniel are on the sick list at this writing. The children of Mr. and Mrs. Oscar Whittaker, John Sherman Harris, Jerry Emmons and Mary Lee Poindexter have the measles. Mrs. Pauline Boyd and baby have the flu. Mrs. Frank Brookover and mother have moved into the home of her brother, Will Quinn, near Stantonville. Mr. and Mrs. Whit Ash, Mr. and Mrs. Olen Watson, Shirley Holmes and Martha Jopling attended the ball game at Michie Friday night. Cox’s Community: Prayer meeting of this community was at Mrs. Liza Donahoe’s Wednesday night. Next week will be held at Bro. and Mrs. Kennie Russom. Several attended the birthday party of L. Cox, Sadie Stone and Louise Smith Friday night. When you pick a tractor, be sure you can always get parts. Latta Tractor & Implement Co, your headquarters for Ford tractors and Dearborn farm equipment. Phone 246-W. You can even get parts for Fordson tractor built 31 years ago! Selmer Community: Mr. and Mrs. Henry Coats and Linda, have gone to Baltimore, Md., where he is employed. Martha Lynn Jordan, Alexander Garrison, little Terry Moore, Sonny Rinehart, Gibbie Combs are recovering from the measles. Mrs. W.H. Alexander in Memphis hospital for treatment. Roger Weatherford is reported in good condition after an operation for appendicitis. March 15 has been set as the closing date for filing of applications for new grower cotton allotments. The West District Singing Convention meets Piney Grove next Sunday at 1pm. The convention has a supply of new Vaughn books and we are going to bring them in Sunday. L.C. Ingle, president. Howard Stephens announces his candidacy for Highway Commission and gives his qualifications: 12 years experience with TVA, Milan and Oak Ridge on dams, roads, streets and black top. Sibley Chevrolet Company has the new Master Model Refrigerators for 1950. Phone 205. Stantonville Community: Mr. Ephriam Michie, who is past 90 years of age, remarked recently that he would like to eat again of an opossum. His brother-in-law with his dog, caught a big fat ‘possum’ and had his wife to prepare it for Mr. Michie with all the trimmings. After tasting the delicacy, Mr. Michie stated, ‘many foods have lost their taste to me, but this possum still tastes the same.' He will have another to eat before the winter is gone. Mr. and Mrs. John Michie attended the funeral of her sister, Mrs. Lanie Brown in Corinth. Mr. and Mrs. Baxter Humphrey have sold their home here to Mr. and Mrs. Rob Nowland, who formerly lived in Selmer. Old Cool Springs Community: Everyone is invited to attend the monthly singing here next Saturday night. Mr. Bill Hampton, Mrs. Kathryn Booker (?) And Mrs. Eva Plunk are on the sick list. Mr. W.C. Talbot, Mr. and Mrs. R.I. Robison, W.A. and Carolyn Plunk have been at the bedside of Mr. T. Barton at Coffee Landing. Chewalla Community: Mr. and Mrs. Gerald Gilbert, Misses Johnnie and Dorothy Martin, Odell Wren and Clay Gurley attended the Ice Follies at Memphis. Share-croppers wanted for 35 acre tillable farm with 6.7 cotton allotment. See Amye Baker, R-2 Selmer, formerly Roy Huggins farm. For sale - I-H Cub Tractor with cultivator, breaking plow and disk harrow. $800 for quick sale. See Lee Melton, Bethel Springs. Mrs. Grady Vaughn entertained Baptist youth groups from Adamsville Girls Auxiliary and West Shiloh Auxiliary. Mrs. Bill Fullwood is the West Shiloh counselor. The Methodist Fellowship Club met in the home of Mr. and Mrs. W.R. Phillips with 6 men and 17 ladies present. Each lady carried a dish and drinks was provided by the hostess. Devotional was by Bro. Barron. Several games played with winners being Mrs. Maziah Erwin and Mrs. Patie Glidewell. Next meeting in the home of Mrs. Dolphia McCullar. The Business Women’s Circle of First Baptist church met in the home of Mrs. Lee Jaggars with 15 members a Mrs. DeWitt Wilkes as a visitor. Mrs. Forest Williams and Mrs. W.A. Barksdale gave a talk. Mr. C.O. Vinson of Selmer has purchased one registered Jersey, Ixia Signal May from the herd owned by Mr. G.W. Hall of Selmer. W.W. Thompson acquired a registered Holstein-Friesian bull from the herd of J.T. Shackelford of Trenton, Tn. Funeral services for Mrs. Alma Fulghum Appleton were held at the Baptist Church in Byhalia, Miss. Mrs. Appleton died Monday, Feb 6, 1950 at 2:45 o’clock at the Baptist Hospital in Memphis. She was a native of Bethel Springs, Tenn and daughter of the late A. Gainey Fulghum. She was a graduate of Selmer High School and taught school eight years in McNairy County. She was married to Homer B. Appleton June 30, 1929. Burial was in the Byhalia cemetery with McPeters Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. She leaves her husband, her mother Mrs. Florence Fulghum of Michie, Tenn.; two daughters, Bonita, 10 and Betty Sue, 14 of Byhalia; one brother John W. Fulghum of Memphis; three sisters, Mrs. W.B. Johnson of Selmer, Mrs. Clara Hurley of Michie and Mrs. Taft Higginbottom of Memphis. Town of Selmer Property Tax must be paid before March 1, 1950 to avoid penalty. B.B. Replogle, Tax Collector. Showing at the Ritz next week: Always Leave Them Laughing - City Across the River - On The Town - The Big Sombrero - Montana Ramer Community: Mr. and Mrs. Bill Slaughter have a new baby girl names Shirley Marie. Ramer basketball teams won over the fast Savannah teams on Friday night. The girls by two points and the boys by one point. After the games, the players had a surprise birthday party for Coach Johnson. L.D. Barnes and Tommy saw the Kentucky - Ole Miss game in Memphis last week. We have had so little cold weather since Christmas, that early spring flowers, pear and plum trees are in bloom and a few strawberry blooms have been reported. Gravel Hill Community: On the sick list, Mrs. Bill Bailey, Perry Moore and James Opal Gray. Rocky Knob Community: We have church services here each first and third Sunday of the month. Next Sunday is the regular singing at Rocky Knob - everyone invited. The Martha Circle of the W.S.C.S. met in the home of Mrs. Guy Downing with Mrs. J.E. Crabtree as co-hostess. Devotional was given by Mrs. Nola Mae Lancaster. Prayer by Mrs. Betty Smith. The Five Marys of the Bible study was given by Mrs. Maggie Robinson. Baby Phillip Keith Petty, age 2 months, son of Mr. and Mrs. Charles W. Petty, of Michie, died on Feb 2, 1950. Services were held at Tulu Baptist church, with interment in the Carter cemetery. Besides his parents he is survived by one brother, Jackie O’Neal Petty; grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. J. Earl Brown of Michie and Mr. and Mrs. Bert Petty of Corinth. Miss Anna L. Smith, age 32, died on Jan 29, 1950 at her residence in Gas City, Michigan. Her remains were brought back to McNairy County and funeral was held in Adamsville Baptist Church. Burial in the Adamsville Cemetery. The deceased is survived by her mother, Mrs. Maude Young Smith; one sister Madge Surratt of Winchester, Ind.; two brothers, Charles L. Sith of Gas City, Mich. and John of New Mexico. Mrs. Amanda Wood Wyatt, age 80, died at her residence in Woodville, Tenn. on Jan 31, 1950. Services were conducted by Rev. Wayne Cox, and were held at the Mt Gilead Baptist church with burial in the cemetery there. Pallbearers were: James Wyatt, J.C. Wyatt, Kay Wyatt, Billy Owen, Buford Bishop, and Houston Hurst. The deceased is survived by three sons, J.W., C.M. and J.L. Wyatt; and two daughters, Mrs. J.P. Tull and Mrs. W.H. Owens. Volume 47 No 10 - Wilbur Wright Owner and Publisher.

February 17, 1950

Sheriff’s deputies, R.B. Leonard, I.W. Randolph, Willie Smith, Rosco Garrison and Wilson Tenry located and destroyed two complete whiskey stills. They were set up about 1 mile north of Ramer. 25 barrels of beer were poured out. Letter to Editor: A fine large centrally located gym would be nice. Which is more important to all the citizens of McNairy County, A County Health Building with modern laboratory, x-ray unit and equipment or a costly gymnasium with 2,000 extra seats. Which is more important: improved roads that 25,000 inhabitants can go anywhere anytime improved school facilities with modern teaching equipment, better school buses and improved bus service for our rural children, a well-equipped and modern home where the poor can spend their last days or a costly gymnasium with 2,000 extra seats. We have seven gymnasiums in the county, one at each high school with the exception of Stantonville. Signed Julius Hurst. Basketball news by Richard Brown: On Friday night Selmer teams played host to some fine sports, the ‘Grove High Blue Devils.’ There was about six seconds to go when the clock blew a fuse. The score board showed Paris 40 and Selmer 41. The last six seconds was played off and Paris’s Blue Devil scored two points to win 42 to 41. High scorer for Selmer was Bear McClain with 22 points. Selmer played Middleton. The girls had hard luck again losing by 34 to 15. Scoring honors went to Burkeens with 7 points. The Middleton boys trailed Selmer boys from the first scored goal until the final whistle, with Selmer 79 and Middleton 19. Big Bear McClain unmercifully tortured the nets with 38 points. Test drive a ‘50 Ford - it will open your eyes! Apply at the County Agents Office for loblolly pine, catalpa, cork oak, and black walnut trees. Cost $3.00 per 1,000. March of Dimes fund lagging states Mr. Leslie Moore, chairman. Funds donated thus far: Town of Adamsville $236.76, Finger School 27.32, Town of Finger 15.00, Gilchrist School 2.80, King’s Mountain School 3.00, Michie School 46.00, Mud Creek School 2.00, New Hope School 9.70, New Hope Community 10.00, Ramer School basketball games 117.25, Rose Creek School 42.60, Selmer basketball games 340.50, Selmer School 107.05, Town of Selmer 320.80, Ritz Theatre 204.85, Brown Shoe V & F 262.84, Stantonville School 33.17, Vets Farm Trng. Class 224.63, Adams Chapel School 10.50. McNairy County Basketball Tournament got underway last Tuesday night. The game on Weds night, Selmer vs Ramer boys attracted a crowd of 2,500 fans overflowing into the hallway. TSSAA had ruled the Kirk boys ineligible to play basketball and fan began pouring in from everywhere at 5:00 pm for the 8:00 game. It was nip and tuck for the first two quarters in the game between Ramer and Selmer boys. The score at half time was Selmer 25, Ramer 24. Final score was Selmer 58 and Ramer 50. Other tournament results: Tuesday night: Girls - Finger 18, Stantonville 38. Girls - Adamsville 36, Ramer 39. Boys - Bethel Springs 31, Michie 51. Wed night: Girls - Selmer 33, Bethel Springs 24. Boys - Selmer 58, Ramer 50. West Shiloh Baptist church will celebrate the second anniversary of Pastor Prince Es Claybrook’s ministry. During his ministry Sunday School has increased over 200%. A beautiful new sanctuary has been erected and 134 additions to the church. Dairy cows, to maintain good condition and to keep up milk production, need extra care during the rough weather of February. Stantonville Community: Quite a large number of our children are out of school this week with measles. Chewalla Community: Quite a large number from here attended the March of Dimes basketball game at Ramer Saturday nite. We are glad to report that little Miss Betty Ledbetter, who has been in the Community Hospital for several months has returned home. Pleasant Grove Home Demonstration club met with Mrs. Ethel Gilbert with 9 members present. Devotional by Maidell Cox. Mrs. Ruby Harris demonstrated how to fix old coal oil lamps into electric lamps. Alice Gresham gave hints on home management. Mrs. Arminta Depoyster gave a good talk about crafts. Ethel Gilbert, reporter. Beauty Hill community: Mr. and Mrs. John Lipford are the proud parents of new baby girl named Kathie May. Mr. Jack Gage celebrated his 80 th birthday Feb 12. All his children and grandchildren were present except three daughters, Mrs. Ethel Hill of Michigan, Mrs. Eula Ross of Ind. and Mrs. Hester Ingle of Memphis. Those present (with their families) were: Aubrey Gage, Arthur Gage, Millard Wyatt, David Boyd, John Allison, Cletus Burkeens and Oscar Gage. Charlie Gage, his brother and Mr. and Mrs. Truman Kirby of Selmer. Ramer community: James Shelton is in Memphis taking e-ray treatments. Helen Gibson, student at Lambuth College, spent the weekend with homefolks. The Mills and Phillips families had a delightful reunion and birthday dinner in honor of Messrs. Sam Mill, R.C. Johnson and Cason Nichols. The group was entertained in the home of Mr. and Mrs. R.C. Johnson. Present were; Mr. and Mrs. Sam Mills of Corinth, Mr. and Mrs. Sam Mills, Jr. and baby of Selmer, Mr. and Mrs. Reed Phillips of Stantonville, Mr. and Mrs. Cason Nichols & Janet and Elizabeth of Jackson, Mr. and Mrs. Jim Murdaugh and Jimmie, Miss Naomi Phillips and Joe Chance of Memphis, Mr. and Mrs. R.C. Johnson and Richard, Mrs. J.R. Hamm. During the past week Ramer’s ball teams played at Grand Junction winning both games. They played Shiloh here Saturday night and Glen, Miss. on Saturday night, winning all four games. The Saturday night game was for the March of Dimes and netted a nice sum. Gravel Hill Community: Mr. J.B. Huggins is able to be out and visit some but Mrs. J.B. Huggins has been right poorly this last week. Mrs. Ella South is slowly improving. A large number of our young people attended the young people’s meeting at Bethel Springs Sunday afternoon. Pebble Hill Community: Funeral services were held for the infant of Mr. and Mrs. Ashly Sunday. Mr. and Mrs. Ashly moved here recently to the Robinson farm. Rose Creek Community: We had a very nice time at the singing at Piney Grove church last Sunday. Mr. and Mrs. Alfred King have moved recently. Doyle Goodrum and Milford King have been home on furlough. Cox’s Community: Mr. Nealy Cox is very ill. Community prayer meeting was in the home of Mr. and Mrs. Kennie Russom last week. Next week it will be held at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Gentry Knight. Smokey Says: Burning wood can warm you - but burning woods can hurt you. Showing at the Ritz next week: Montana - Johnny Stool Pigeon - Sands of Iwo Jima - Stagecoach Kid - Bride for Sale. Selmer Community: Mrs. J.W. Gray recently celebrated her 80 th birthday. Jack Lewis, H. J. Maxedon, Leland Kiser and Kenneth Brumley were guests of U T Junior College recently. It is a possibility they may enroll there. The four Junior classes of the West Shiloh Baptist Church had a valentine party in their new room upstairs. Visitors were Billy Fullwood from the Primary Dept, Mrs. Bessie Carroll, teacher of a Beginner Class, Mrs. Gilcie Carroll, Miss Naomi Poindexter and Bobby. Junior teachers are: Mrs. Zaida Fullwood, Supt; Mrs. Daphen Case, Mrs. Naomi Gray, Mrs. Lala Elam and Mr. Ed McDaniel. The Selmer W.S.C.S. of the Methodist Church, met in the home of Mrs. A.P. Robinson. A study was given by Miss Pauline Whittington and Mrs. Elsie Simpson. Mrs. Hazel Boggan and Mrs. Nola Mae Lancaster gave a talk about the world must learn to read. Luncheon was served at the noon hour. James Franklin Barber, age 71, resident of Stantonville, died at the Community Hospital in Corinth, Saturday, February 11, 1950. Services were held in the West Shiloh Baptist Church with burial in the Mt. Vinson Cemetery, with Shackelford Funeral Directors in charge of arrangements. The deceased is survived by his wife Mrs. Maye Barber, three daughters, Mrs. Minnie Pipkin, Mrs. Clemmie Volner, and Mrs. Della Carroll; four sons, J.R. Barber, M.F. Barber, F.L. Barber, and D.G. Barber, 23 grandchildren and 2 great grandchildren, one sister, Mrs. Maggie Lucy. Funeral services for Warren Henry were held at Liberty Church. He died Feb 5, 1950. He was 73 years old. He died at the home of his daughter, Mrs. Douglas Hardwick. He leaves four children, two sons and two daughters, all of Mississippi, five brothers and four sisters. He was a Missionary Baptist. Bro. Roberts had charge of the services. McPeters Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements. Mr. Nathan C. Cruse, age 70, died on February 13, 1950. He resided near Pocahontas. Services were held at the New Hope Church on the following day with burial in the Mathis Cemetery. He was a Baptist. The deceased is survived by his wife, Mrs. Martha Cruse, one daughter, Mrs. Mary Mohundro and two grandchildren. Mr. James A. Patrick, well known real estate dealer, died in the Doctor’s Hospital at Jackson on February 4, 1950. Funeral services were held at the Selmer Baptist Church, interment was in Oak Hill Cemetery. Born in Raleigh, North Carolina, some 60 ½ years ago, Mr. Patrick has lived in various parts of the country and has been associated in various types of business. He moved to Selmer with his family about 1934. Survivors include: two daughters, Rosemary Patrick, Josphine Prisnell; four sons, James A. Jr., William S., Kenneth Rea and Harold Kay Patrick. Pallbearers: Honorary: Dr. T.R. Barr, M.E. Lee, J. Louis Adams, B.T. Kiser and Guy Perkins; Active – B.E. Jones, Wilbur Wright, Farris Wilkerson, Coleman Smith, M.E. Smith and A.J. Garrison. This issue contained several letters and the interviews concerning the TSSAA Hearing in regard to the eligibility of Billy, Bobby and Lawrence Kirk to play basketball for Selmer. Since a school bus going to Ramer passed by the Kirk home, the boys were ineligible to play for Selmer this year. Volume 47 No 11 - Wilbur Wright, Owner and Editor

Friday Feb 24, 1950

While most taxpayers will be able to prepare their returns themselves, a Deputy Collector of Internal Revenue Service will be at the Court House on Friday to give any advice needed. Any person whose total income in 1949 was $600 or more, must file an income tax return no later than March 15. Selmer School takes another step forward with a new Arts and Crafts Department. We have other plans of our school but many of them will have to wait until additional room is provided. B.T. Kiser, Principal. Thirty Six farm people attended the annual meeting of the Tenn. National Farm Loan Association at Thrasher’s Café. Robert E. Thompson, of Milledgeville, was elected as a director for a three year term. A.C. Raines, of Stantonville, was re-elected to serve another term. Hon. Will Tom Abernathy will be the principal speaker at the Layman’s Day service at the Methodist Church in Selmer. Others on the program: Junior Choir, R.P. Phillips, Raymond Mabry, Bert Arnold Maxedon, B.T. Kiser and Irby Basinger. Farmers will again have the opportunity to insure against loss of their investment in their cotton crop. The coverage varies from $20 to $50 per acres. School Supt. J.C. Taylor and the County Board of Education met at the Courthouse to elect school principals. All board members were present. Bill Smith, Chairman. Those elected: Adamsville - Carlie Hughes, Bethel Springs – C.L. Hendrix, Michie – J.B. Childers, Ramer – L.G. Vaughn, Selmer – B.T. Kiser, Finger - Haven Garner, Stantonville - Ted Smith, Rose Creek - Parker Ellis, McNairy - Donald Wood, Gravel Hill - Leonard Moore, Acton - Rufus Cunningham, Leapwood - Murray Barber, Sulphur Springs - Mary Higginbottom, Guys - Vonley McCoy, Chewalla - Bernice Reardon, Hurley - Reta Fulton, Selmer (Col) - Elmer Ledbetter, St Rest (Col) Daisy Wyke. Mr. Arthur Byrd made a motion that Mr. L.G. Vaughn, Ramer School Principal and Ramer Coach Johnson come before the next board meeting for questioning. Committee appointed to survey the school building and report to the Board of Education and County Court. Those appointed were: Mr. Arthur Byrd, Dr. Glenn Abernathy, Mr. J.C. Hill. The Board of Education to give quit-claim deeds to Presbyterian at New Salem and Church of Christ at Refuge. County basketball tournaments a success according to Selmer Principal B.T. Kiser. Thanks to Referees Mullins and Parker for a fine job of calling. In timing and scoring T.W. McBride, Oscar McCullar and Jack Barr. To our policemen: Cpl R.T. Kolwyck and Patrolman H.F. McClearen, Sgt. W.A. Winfrey, Cpl N.A. Robison and Patrolman M. Dickerson and City Marshall B.B. Replogle. Adamsville High School will host the boys basketball tournament of the Fourth District next week with final game on Saturday night. Teams playing: Selmer, Shiloh, Adamsville, Michie, Morris Chapel, Sardis, Ramer, Saltillo, Bethel Springs, Savannah, Scotts Hill and Middleton. Selmer Boys and Michie Girls finals of county tourney. Adamsville Boys and Selmer Girls get runner-up trophies. Michie’s hard fighting sextet, with a good record for the season, was lined up with the Selmer Lionesses, who have more losses than wins for the season. After a slow start for both sides Michie won by a good margin. Scores were not given. In the boys game Selmer won 59 to Adamsville 44. The win was actually in the last few minutes of the game. Farm Bureau members met to make plans for a county-wide information and membership campaign according to Mr. Leo Atkins, President of the McNairy County farm Bureau. Mr. Arch H. Combs, age 74, former resident of Stantonville and Selmer died at Memphis on Feb 20, 1950. Funeral services were conducted by Rev. Lloyd Ramer and interment was in Oak Hill Cemetery. Mr. Combs was born at Adamsville but had spent most of his life in Stantonville and Selmer. He is survived by his wife, Mrs. Mollie Combs of Memphis; two daughters, Mrs. C.R. Hoover and Miss Edna Combs of Memphis; one son, J.G. Combs of Selmer; a brother, Lee Combs of Abilene Texas. Pallbearers at the funeral were: Active - Alton Scott, W.E. Hendrix, Lee Basinger, Henry Latta, W.E. Sewell and Sid Burks. Honorary: Oscar Wyatt, O.V. Erwin, Dr. E.G. Sanders, R.M. Houston, Jim Houston, A.B. Robinson, Flake Humphrey, Oscar Wooten and Dr. E.M. Smith. Mrs. Hattie Busby, age 68, who resided at Henderson, passed away on Tuesday, Feb 14, 1950. Services, conducted by Rev. Moore were held in McNairy County at the Sweet Lips Church. She was a member of the Church of God. Survivors include: her husband, F.C. Busby of Henderson, five sons, Elmo, Andrew, Otis, Warren and Woodrow Busby; two daughters, Mrs. Leona Weaver and Mrs. Vera Davis; 32 grandchildren and two great grand children. Shackelford Funeral Directors were in charge of arrangements. Mr. Lonnie Daniel May, age 64, resident of Bolivar, died on Thursday, Feb 16, 1950. He was a Primitive Baptist. Funeral services, conducted by Bro. Moore, were held at the Moss Creek Church, with interment in the cemetery there. Shackelford Funeral Directors were in charge. The deceased is survived by his wife, Mrs. L.D. May; one daughter, Mrs. Verty Lou King and three sons, George, A.L. and L.D. May. Attention landowners: Many residents who own their own land, have never had their deeds recorded at the McNairy County Register’s office. For your own protection be sure your deed is registered. Gravel Hill 4-H met Feb 15. Secretary is Shirley Jaggers and song leader Landal Jaggers. Louise Patrick, reporter. Crooked Creek Community: Mrs. Zola Barnes is ill. The small son of Mr. and Mrs. Leonard Clark is real sick at the home of his grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Benny Parham. Mr. and Mrs. Guy Smith have recently moved into this community. Mrs. Ruby McDaniel has returned to work at Brown Shoe F after being absent for two weeks on account of illness. Ramer 4-H met on Feb 10. Nola Jean Butler read the minutes. Gene McCarter and Rayborn Richards gave a report on beef cattle. A short play called ‘Grown-Ups For A Day’ was presented by Dorothy Jo Kennedy, Elmer Hamm, Dan Ingram, Gene Richard, Bruer Sims. Old 16 th Community: this community shocked to learn of the death of Mr. Sam Russell which occurred Saturday night near Henderson. He died instantly, after being run over by a car. Funeral services were held at Sweet Lips for Mrs. Hattie Busby of Hickory Corner. Selmer High School Alumni will be at the Selmer School lunch room March 17. Sibley Chevrolet Co is now headquarters for Domestic Sewing Machine. Prices begin at $164.75. Beauty Hill Community: We are glad to report that little Wayne Allison does not have diphtheria, as was first feared. Mr. and Mrs. Mac Malone are proud parents of a baby girl, named Brenda Sue. Iola Home Demonstration Club met in the home of Mrs. Dewitt Clause. Leaders were chosen for the year: President – Mrs. Alva Vires, Vice Pres – Mrs. Sue Robinson, Sec-Treas – Mrs. Ludie Plunk, reporter – Mrs. Bonnie Plunk. Leaders elected for: Home Management – Mrs. Sue Robison, Food & Nutrition – Mrs. Ludie Plunk, Poultry – Mrs. Dave Plunk, Gardening – Mrs. Dewitt Clause, Crafts – Mrs. Molene Robinson, Devotional – Mrs. Maggie McIntire, Song Leader – Mrs. Frank Plunk. I will gravel your driveway for a reasonable price. See J.E. Moore, 536 Cemetery Rd, Selmer. Phone 272-J. Showing at the Ritz next week: Brides For Sale - They Live by Night - Easy Living - Prince of the Plains - The Lady Takes A Sailor. Ramer Community: Miss Mollie Bett Burress is in Community Hospital at Corinth and Mrs. Willie McMahan is now home from Community Hospital. D.F. Fortune, who lives west of town on Hwy 57, was seriously injured Friday when kicked in the side by a mule. He is in a Memphis hospital. Mrs. S. T. Haddon, Mr. and Mrs. Feddie Davis and Mr. and Mrs. Bill Miller all of the local Baptist Church went to Chattanooga for a convention. The Cumberland Presbyterian Missionary Auxiliaries of Ramer and Mt. Vernon will observe World Day of Prayer with a covered dish meeting. An epidemic of flu and colds is sweeping the community. Chewalla Community: Rev. Moore, pastor of the Olive Hill Baptist Church preached here Sunday to a large group. Mrs J.C. Derryberry, about 84 years of age, isn’t feeling too well. Mt. Gilead Home Demonstration Club met in the home of Mrs. E.C. Causey. Mrs. Hugh Woods gave the devotional. Plans were made for a Cake Walk in March. Two members that had birthdays this month donated to the birthday bank. The group played Bingo. Next meeting in the home of Mrs. Marshall Mitchell. Old Cool Springs Community by Mrs. W.A. Plunk: After so much rain, people are really enjoying the sunshine. Singing at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Plunk Sunday night. Everyone invited. Bro. Pugh delivered a splendid message here Sunday. Rose Creek Community: Mr. and Mrs. Edgar Campbell of Bethel Springs and Mr. and Mrs. S. Maners of Jackson attended church at Price’s Chapel Sunday. You’ll find greatly reduced prices at the Railroad Bargain Store. Selmer Community: Little Bob Garrison and Little Terry Abernathy have the measles. Mr. and Mrs. A.O. Wooten have the flu. News reached friends here of the death of Mrs. Maggie Wesson Lea, at her home in Shreveport, La. In her youth she was married to the late William Lea and for a long time made her home in Selmer. She is survived by three children, Mrs. William Robin of New Orleans, Miss Minnie Lea and Will Tom Lea of Houston, Texas. Also three grandchildren. Family reunion at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Charlie Case, everyone bringing his own dinner basket. The occasion was to celebrate the birthday of Mr. Charlie Case and Mr. Willie Massengill. In all, 70 people were in attendance for a day of fun and seeing family they hadn’t seen in years. Among those in attendance: Mr. and Mrs. Gilcie Case & Bobby, Mr. and Mrs. W.T. Martin, Mr. and Mrs. Herbert Case and sons, Mrs. Hassie Smith with Avis and Merl; Mrs. Mildred Dunn and Harold, Mr. and Mrs. Francis Massengill and four children, Miss Brenda Faye Sipes, Mr. and Mrs. Dewey Cagle and two daughters, Mr. and Mrs. Norvin Case, Mr. and Mrs. Gilbert Case and three children, Mr. and Mrs. Ben Case, Donald Roy Smith, Roy Barnes, Calves Massengill, Mr. and Mrs. Eugene Massengill, Mr. and Mrs. Clyde Massengill, Mr. and Mrs. Lowery Eads and two sons, Mr. and Mrs. Clifton Case and Carolyn, Mr. and Mrs. Pugh Gray, Mr. and Mrs. Norman Murphree and Nettie Lee, Mr. and Mrs. Willard Sipes and three daughters, Mr. and Mrs. Wilbert Smith and two daughters, Mr. and Mrs. John Cagle, Ervin Cagle, Helen Tenry and June Carson. McNairy county Singing Convention will meet at Stantonville Methodist Church Sunday, Feb 26 beginning at 1:00 pm according to Dock Whitaker, president of the convention. McNairy County Post No 2418, Veterans of Foreign Wars met at the VFW home to elect the following officers: Commander - Guy Robinson, Senior Vice Comm. – J.E. Crabtree, Junior Vice Comm – J.D. Moore, Quartermaster – C.L. Majors, Adjutant – O.C. Fesmire. Voted to allow the local Girl Scouts to meet weekly in the VFW home. Guys 4-H met and the following officers were elected; President - Jean Bass, Vice pres - Joyce Suggs, Sec - Douglas Sharp, Reporter - Gwyn Lathemore, Song leaders - Charlene Jarnigan and Elaine Rowsey. Volume 47 Number 12 - Wilbur Wright, Owner and Editor

March 3, 1950

County Agent, J L McReynolds says that McNairy County should have a Cheese Plant or a Milk Plant but we need more milk cows. McNairy County has 4500 milk cows and that is not enough to supply the needs of the people. Milk plants from Jackson supply the towns and schools of McNairy County with milk. A milk plant might be a profitable investment. McReynolds would be glad to have the names of anyone interested in a dairy program. Mr. Alton Scott, manager of Selmer Service Station, was one of those who took advantage to inspect and watch the production at Brown Shoe Factory V and was very impressed. The tour was conducted by Frank Shelton. With the cotton crop insurance program getting under way on Tuesday, the following farmers have already filed applications for protection: D.A .Cox, Selmer; Robert L. Jones, Selmer; Raymond Prather, Ramer; Houston Thrasher, Selmer; E.R. Wilson, McNairy; O.C. Wilson, Adamsville; D.L. Cagle, Morris Chapel; Dee Killingsworth, Michie; Elmo Holland, Stantonville; I.B. Dallas, Adamsville; C.A. Suggs, Guys; M.B. Mitchell, Bethel Springs; Frank Plunk, Finger; R.G. Harris, Adamsville; W.A. Plunk, Finger; H.H. Garrison, Michie. Boys 4 th District Cage Tournament at Adamsville in semi-finals this week with the final game on Saturday night. Selmer and Shiloh clashed in the first game with Selmer winning by 41 points. Final score 64 to 23. One significant thing about this game was the fact that all the seniors who are on the Selmer squad got to play most of the game. They are Weatherford, Martin, Emmons and Tackett. All the subs got to play and scored except Hawkins and Woods. High point man was Bear McClain with 26 points. In the second game Tuesday night, Ramer easily won over Saltillo. Final score Ramer 68, Saltillo 28. Coach Johnson kept his first team in the game until half, then he ran in four subs because they had a 36 point lead. King received an injury in the second half. In the third game of the first night, the Michie quintet, hitting good stride, bowled over the boys from Morris Chapel with a final score of 42 to 23. On Wednesday night, Michie again wade through their opponent. This time it was Sardis and they won 49 to 22. The game was very close in the first quarter, with the score being tied four times. At the half time, Michie had managed to double Sardis of 12 points. In the last quarter Sardis came to life again and upped their score to 22. The second game Wednesday night found the Ramer squad paired off with Bethel Springs. The game was fairly good, but the score was strictly one sided at half time. Ramer 26, Bethel Springs 3. In the last quarter Bethel came to life and scored 14 points while Ramer scored only 6. Final score Ramer 43 - Bethel Springs 24. Still more games to come. Those still in the tourney are: Savannah, Middleton, Adamsville, Selmer, Michie, Ramer. The Baptists are being revived. Simultaneous meetings are being held leading up to a countywide revival in April. Street programs last Saturday meet with a great deal of success. Services were held at Counce at 9:15 am, Michie 10:45am, downtown Adamsville at 1:00 pm, and McNairy at 4:15 pm. Next week street programs will be at Guys, Eastview, Adamsville, and Morris Chapel. Mr. William Arthur Stephens, age 66, died on Feb 25, 1950 at his home near Leapwood. Funeral services were held at the Mars Hill, with interment in the cemetery there. Survivors include two daughters, Mrs. Marie Horton, Leapwood and Mrs. Lorine Harris of Columbus, Miss; two sons, Howard Stephens, Leapwood and Leonard Stephens, Chattanooga, Tenn., Eleven grandchildren. Shackelford Funeral Directors had charge of arrangements. Mr. John Wiley Deming, age 85, died at his home near Pocahontas on Monday, February 27, 1950. Funeral services were held at Pocahontas. Shackelford Funeral Directors in charge. Survivors include: Mrs. Orlen Parmely of Pocahontas, Mrs. Martha Kirk, Selmer, Mrs. R.L. Wilmeth, Pocahontas, Mrs. J.A. DeVault, Okolona, Miss. and eight grandchildren. New article called ‘Flowers For the Living’ by Mrs. Wilbur Wright: On January 25, 1864, in a little log cabin near the community we call Guys, a baby born was born to Col. Orville L. Meeks and Martha Michie Meeks. He was named J.L. and was the third child and the second son of a family of ten children. When this tot was only three years old, their home burned to the ground, and the family was forced to move into a log house nearby. This was an old fashioned house, and had a huge fire place at one end of the large room. The mother of these young children kept house and cooked for her own family and fourteen hired men for two years on this open fire. About two years later, Col. Meeks (Colonel in the War Between The States) built a larger house near the site of the original home place and moved his family into the new home. There the ten children grew into young men and women. Like all large families we have heard of there was plenty of entertainment at all time. Three of the young men formed a string band. They played at dances and parties far and near. In this same locality, just a few miles away, this young man J. L. met and married Miss Ella Rebecca Houston. This young couple lived with his parents for several months and then moved to Ramer. For some twelve or thirteen years, they lived at Ramer and while there, four sons were born to them. In 1900 the call of the old home-place caused them to move back to Guys. There their two youngest children were born. Of these six children, three are living (today 1950). They are: Everett Meeks of Corinth, Miss., Mrs. Sam Darden of Memphis and Mrs. H.T. Jordan of Selmer. Mr. Meeks has lived in this county all of his eighty-six years, the last six of these he has made his home in Selmer. Had Mrs. Meeks lived, they would have celebrated their 62nd wedding anniversary on Nov. 23, 1949. On January 25, despite the fact that Mr. Meeks has been confined to his bed several weeks, he was honored with a dinner celebrating his 86 th birthday. By Mrs. Wilbur Wright Lem Farris Vaughn, son of Mr. and Mrs. L.G. Vaughn participated in the radio broadcast put on by the Agriculture Club of Middle Tennessee State College where he is attending. To relieve misery of colds take 666. Buena Vista Community: Health is not so good at this writing. Those sick with the flu are Mr. and Mrs. Grady Saxton and family and Mrs. Lillie King. Mrs. Louisa Campbell has been unable to work for the past six weeks. Melvin L. Bishop, boilerman, first class, USN of Route 1 McNairy, recently completed a 4 day stay at the internationally known Hotel Miramonti in Cortina, Italy, where is enjoyed the skiing, ice skating and bob sledding. Showing at the Ritz next week: The Lady Takes A Sailor - Joe Palooka In The Big Fight - Whirlpool - Death Valley Gunfighter - Challenge to Lassie. Captains of the McNairy County Basketball Tournaments Winners are: Boys: 1 st Place Selmer - Jimmy Red Weatherford, 2 nd Place Adamsville - Tommy Morris. Girls: 1 st Place Michie - Joyce Garrett, 2nd Place, Selmer - Donva McClain. Pebble Hill Community: Mr. and Mrs. Kermit Glidewell and family have moved into their new home. Stantonville Community: Quite a few cases of flu, colds and measles in our community. School attendance is low in the lower grades. Mrs. Willard Smith is in the Corinth Hospital. Mr. and Mrs. Edward McDaniel are the proud parents of a baby boy, born at Humphrey-Phillips Clinic last week. He has been named Eddie Neal. Gospel Meeting at Ramer Baptist church March 5-15. Services 10:30 am and 7:00 pm. M.E. Hines is the pastor. Chambers Style Shop now has the Flatternit, Measured-To-Fit Hosiery. Get that French Touch now. Guys Community: the box supper and cake walk Monday night, sponsored by J.L. Wren for the March of Dimes, netted $57. This brings the community total to $69.00. Mount Zion Community: Mrs. Everett Henson is spending a few days with her daughter Ernestine Henson McDaniel and her new grandbaby, Eddie Neal. Everett Brown is improving from the measles and flu. The Adamsville Telephone Company, owned by Mr. H. E. Brawner, has an application on file with the Rural Electrification Administration for funds to expand its present facilities and extend rural telephone lines to a larger area served by the company. Pvt. Roy Douglas Houston, 20, son of Mr. W.E. Houston of Route 1, Stantonville and Pvt. Marcus E. Davis, 18, son of Mr. and Mrs. A.B. Davis of Stantonville, have reported to Lackland Air Force Base to begin basic indoctrination course at this San Antonio, Texas Air Force Base. The North Selmer community singing will meet at the First Pentecostal Church on Hwy 45, Sunday afternoon. Beauty Hill Community: Quite a number of children missed school the first of the week because of sickness. Mansel Johnson is on the sick list. Melvin Holland has moved back into the community. Cox’s Community: Prayer meeting of this community was held in the home of Mr. and Mrs. W.E. Donahoe on Wednesday night. Next week we will meet in home of Bro. and Sister W.R. Dillon. Most of the people of our community are sick. Good, Better, Best Tennessee Certified Hybrid Seed Corn. See Joe Kerby, Secretary, McNairy County Supply Association. Stephen Foster Music Club met at the home of Mrs. J.R. Steadman with Miss Pauline Smith co- hostess and John D. Wyatt, co-host. Mr. Brooks Jones gave a most interesting discussion on ‘Light Opera.’ Music was enjoyed by members and guests: ‘Indian Love Call,’ piano sol by Miss Emma Lee Rinehart. ‘Old Man River,’ vocal solo by Hugh Buford. ‘Donkey Serenade,’ piano solo by Mrs. I.L. Basinger. ‘Medley From Roberta,’ play by Mrs. Harry M. Cain and ‘Fur Elise,’ piano solo by Miss Virginia Steadman. Entertainment was led by Mrs. W.D. Robinson. Selmer Community: Those sick: Murray Harris is in VA Hospital, Miss Annie Wood, Ralph Smith, J.G. Combs in Methodist Hospital, Mr. Wilbur Robinson of Bethel Springs, J.W. Brooks, Mrs. Nola Mae Lancaster, Mr. and Mrs. A.O. Wooten. Mrs. Margaret Foster, age 95, died on Monday, Feb 27, 1950 at her home near Ramer, Tenn. Funeral services were held at Falcon Church the following day, with burial in the cemetery there. Shackelford Funeral Directors had charge of arrangements. The deceased is survived by one daughter, Mrs. F.L. Blankenship of Ramer and one son, Sam Foster of Corinth, 11 grandchildren and 22 great grandchildren, and one great great grandchild. Volume 47 No 13 - Wilbur Wright, Owner and Publisher

March 10, 1950

The Selmer Methodist Church will observe March 12, as Roll Call Sunday for Sunday School. A goal of 250 has been set. Mr. J. Troy Smith is the SS Supt. The church is planning a Holy Week worship service April 3-7 at 7:00 o’clock. Mr. Grady M. Derryberry, age 37, of Ramer, died in the Community Hospital in Corinth on March 4, 1950 following a long illness. He was a Baptist. Services, conducted by Bro. Armour, were held at the Indian Creek Church on March 5, with interment in the cemetery there. Shackelford Funeral Directors were in charge of arrangements. He is survived by his wife, Mrs. Avalene Derryberry; two sons, Billy and Jesse Derryberry, and one daughter, Carolyn Derryberry. (Ramer news has other details.) Republicans met to re-organize the executive committee. Officers, re-elected, were: Chairman, Dr. M.E. Smith; Vice, Bill Smith; Sec-Treas, Otis Plunk. Some committee changes were made. G.E. Sibley replaced C.A. Morphis of that district. Simp Plunk was added in his district. Other committeemen added were: J.H. Maness, Aldo Garner, Opal Gray, D.T. Landreth, O.L. Plunk, Glen Smith, J.H. Hutcherson, Orby Plunk, W.L. Rushing, W.O. Cunningham, Prince Plunk, Jim Baldwin, Mr. Parmely, Garland Carroll, Ode Wilkins, Opal Wilkerson, M.E. Etheridge, W.F. Maness, U.N. Bullman, Atlas Griswell, Orland Parmely. Mr. C.L. Mayors and Mr. J.D. Jones, Jr., have been appointed as crew leaders for McNairy County during the 17 th Decennial Census to being April 1. 25 enumerators will be assigned to McNairy County. Anyone interested in the job please contact the Employment Security office in Selmer. In the Boys Fourth District, Region Eight Basketball Tournament which ended at Adamsville last Saturday night, the fast Adamsville team, paced by Tommy Morris with 18 points, won out over the Ramer quintet in the finals. The winning margin was by two points, which was made in the final seconds of the game by Cone, Adamsville guard. Final score, Adamsville 44, Ramer 42. Line up: Adamsville: Varnell 15, Browder 2, Fill, Cone 9, Morris 18. Ramer: Briggs 12, Hamm 7, Forsythe 15, King 3, Kirk 3, (sub) Farris 2. Referees: Roberts and Varnell. The consolation game was between Savannah and Michie boys. Savannah won by a 23 point margin with 54 to 41. The score would indicate that it was not a very good game, but this is misleading. It was a good game and Michie was awarded the Sportsmanship trophy. Lineup for Michie: Smith 2, Farris 5, Churchwell 15, Nunley 10, Qualls 9. Friday night game Adamsville 41 and Michie 31. Lineup Adamsville: Varnell 13, Browder 10, Dill, Cone 9, Morris 9, sub Walker. Michie lineup: Carroll 4, Farris 11, Churchwell 5, Nunley 6, Qualls 5. Friday night Ramer beat Savannah by one point, 36 to 35 and one of the closest games of the tournament. Lineup for Ramer: Briggs 17, Hamm 2, Forsythe 8, King 7, Kirk 2. Captains listed for the teams: Michie - Joel Churchwell; Briggs - Ramer; Tommy Morris- Adamsville. The Baptists are having a countywide revival in April. Several churches are using their own ministers to hold their revival. Rev. C.W. English, pastor of Clear Creek Baptist Church will be preaching in their revival. Rev. W.E. ‘Bill’ Baily will do his own preaching at the Gravel Hill Baptist Church. Gravel Hill holds the associational Sunday School attendance record of 374 reached last August. Rev. Harry Phillips is the pastor of Pleasant Site Baptist church and Falcon Baptist church. Sheriff Hugh Kirkpatrick and deputies Wyly Randolph, Willie Smith and Rosco Garrison brought in a brand new whiskey still on Monday. It had been used only once. It was made of copper and the handiwork of an expert craftsman. It will be set up in Sheriff Kirkpatrick’s office for a few days so that citizens who had never seen a still could see it. He stated it was the best one of some two hundred stills that he had helped bring in the past few years. The still was located one mile south of Chewalla. Mr. Edgar P Claunch, age 68, a resident of Selmer, died on Thursday, Mar 2, 1950. Services were held in the chapel of Shackelford Funeral Home on Friday, Mar 3. Burial was in Bethesda cemetery. He is survived by one sister, Mrs. Mattie Ray, Humboldt, Tenn.; half-brother S.S. Claunch, Dayton Ohio; and half-sister, Miss Ferrise Cooper of North Carolina. Mr. Odell Marlar, age 65, resident of Michie, died on Mar 3, 1950. Services were held at Oak Hill, Miss., with burial in the cemetery there. He is survived by his wife, Mrs. Ada Austin Marlar; one daughter Mrs. Beatrice Burks, and one brother E.M. Marlar. Shackelford Funeral Directors in charge of arrangements. Mrs. Flora Batemen, age 71, died on Saturday, March 4, 1950. She resided at Selmer. Funeral services were held at the Parsons Baptist Church. Interment was in the Parsons cemetery with Shackelford Funeral Directors in charge. The deceased is survived by her husband, J.M. Bateman; three sons, Hallie, Jamie and Lynn Bateman; three daughters, Mrs. S.W. Craig, Mrs. W.H. Lipford, Mrs. W.C. Sweat; one brother H. Jennings, and one sister, Mrs. Sam Evans. Flowers this week go to Mrs. Minnie M Bell who will be 90 on April 29, this year if it’s the Lord’s will. (Note: she lived until 1963 which made her 103 years old). Mrs. Minnie McFall Bell, born in Adamsville, Tennessee, April 29, 1860, was the second of the eight children of the late George and Rebecca Scott McFall. When a very small child, Mrs. Bell’s father bought the Amos Plantation, located near Milledgeville, Tenn. The home, a two-story log house, built before the Civil War, was the scene of many important events in her early life. She made nocturnal visits to the cabin of Aunt Rose, who narrated ghost stories to her until her blood ran cold; but so fascinating were those tales that each night found her eager to hear more. As there were no schools near the farm, George McFall and his neighbors built a log school house on his land. A good teacher came to spend several years with the McFall family. When the need for a higher school arrived, the family moved to Savannah, Tenn. When the children were almost grown, George McFall and his family returned to the farm home A famous music teacher, Mrs. Feeling, also made her home with them. Along with the regular course of study, the girls enjoyed the privileges of music lessons. In music, Mrs. Bell became proficient enough to become a teacher. About this time, Mrs. Bell went to Adamsville to teach music. Shortly, she met a young doctor, William Thomas Bell, son of the well known pioneer doctor, Job Bell. A romance began at once, which culminated in their marriage on December 29, 1885. After living in Adamsville for a few years, Dr. Bell and small daughter moved to Enville, Tenn., remaining there until they decided to make Selmer their home in 1904. Another daughter was born to them while they were living in Enville. Her two daughters are Mrs. Gladys Martin of Oakland, Tenn. and Mrs. Annie Rea Olive of Selmer, Tenn. She has made her home with the latter for about twelve years. Her beloved husband died in 1920. By Mrs. Wilbur Wright. Guys community: Vera Burns is home with her mother who is ill at this time. Mr. and Mrs. Barnett and Mr. Barnett’s mother have all had the flu. Mr. Henry, Mr. J.T. Srygley, Larry Wren, Johnny and Christine Sharp are added to the list of convalescents. Mrs. J.T. Srygley continues to be very ill. Mrs. Mattie Thigpen Mitchell Miller died at the home of her daughter Mrs. T.F. Robertson, near Guys, Thursday, March 2, 1950, after a lingering and painful illness. Her daughter, Mrs. Robertson was ill with pneumonia at the time of her death. Funeral services were at Mt. Vernon Church, with burial at the cemetery there. Survivors include a son George Mitchell, residing at Guys; Mrs. T.F. Robertson, and four other daughters, whose names we are unable to get at this writing. Gravel Hill Community: Travis Armstrong fell from a horse recently and broke a leg. Mrs. Ottie Powell is sick with pneumonia. Mrs. Ola Dee Curtis is sick and Miss Mollie Bet Burress is in a Corinth hospital. Crooked Creek Community: Mrs. Wilma Henson is on our sick list. Mr. and Mrs. C.H. Phillips have moved into the house with his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Hicks Phillips. Mr. and Mrs. Guy Smith have moved into the Gilchrist community. Rocky Knob Community: by Mrs. Katheryn Booker: Health is not so good and a number of people are confined to their home on account of the flu. Bro. Carter filled his regular appointment at Rocky Knob Sunday morning. We have preaching every first and third Sunday and Sunday School every Sunday. Ramer Community: On account of ill health Mrs. Loyd Barnes has given up her place on the Ramer faculty, and Wilson Strasbaugh of Selmer has been appointed to fill the vacancy. Eulie Whitaker had his leg broken in two places and foot badly torn in an accident. He was riding to work on the running board of a car when a jeep driven by a young Mr. Butler met them on a narrow bridge with the above results. Mr. Whitaker is a farmer with a family of small children. Many loyal supporters of the Ramer basketball boys expect to go to Memphis to see them play in the regional. Several from the Ramer community attended the funeral of Grady Derryberry. Services conducted by Rev. M.E. Hines were held at the grave side in Indian Creek cemetery. He has been sick for several months. He is survived by his wife and three children, his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Hillard Derryberry and three brothers of the Hurley community and a sister of Alcorn County. J.B. Teague, Sr., passed away at his home here (Ramer) Saturday night, after a lingering illness. He was 68 years of age and a native of McNairy County, where he spent his life. The funeral was held in the school auditorium to accommodate the large number who came from all sections of the county. He was a member of Ramer Baptist Church, and services were conducted by his pastor, Rev. M.E. Hines, assisted by Elder Otto Dillon. Interment was in the Ramer cemetery. He is survived by his wife, four sons, Paul and Tee of Ft. Pillow; and Otto and Claud of Ramer; four daughters, Mrs. Amelia Gage of Bethel Springs, Mrs. Maxine Higgins of Memphis, Mrs. Frances Matlock and Mrs. Olivia Teague of Ramer. He is also survived by two brothers, Jim and Buddy and two sisters, Mrs. Tom Baker and Mrs. Jernigan; a number of grandchildren and other relatives. Lowrie H. Morrow, an aged resident of the Hurley community, passed away at his home March 3, 1950. Services were held at the home on account of the illness of Mrs. Morrow, with interment in Indian Creek Cemetery. Survivors include: his wife Mary Morrow; three sons, Clyde, Jessie, Devrow all of Ramer; four daughters, Mrs. Frank Crocker of Calvert City, Ky., Mrs. Harman Carter of Hillsboro, Ala, Mrs. Verble Johnson and Mrs. Arlie Stanfield of Ramer, 11 grandchildren and 6 great grandchildren. Others listed: Mrs. Lucian Derryberry, a granddaughter and Martha Ann Derryberry, a great granddaughter. On Monday afternoon, March 6, the people of Liberty and surrounding communities met at the old Liberty cemetery to pay their last respects to the remains of a relative, friend and loved one, R.D. Johnson, who passed away Sunday afternoon, at his home near Bethel Springs. Rev. N.L. Holland of Bethel Springs conducted the funeral and Shackelford Funeral Directors were in charge of arrangements. Pallbearers were nephews of the deceased. He leaves his wife, the former Miss Julia Henry; four daughters, Maggie, Annie, Mary Alice and Floella Johnson; three sons, Johnny, Thomas and Eugene; his mother, Mrs. Armentia Johnson; two brothers, F.M. and Buel Johnson; one sister, Mrs. Jewell Barker, besides a host of relatives and friends to mourn his passing. The District Four Basketball Tournament was held in Jackson last week. McNairy County High School quintet were crowned the champions after defeating Merry High team by a score of 38 to 32. The McNairy County Tigers played their first game against Humboldt, winning by 52 to 15. The hardest game was against Demark on Saturday. During the last almost 3 minutes of the game, the Tigers were trailing by three points. They went back into the game and won by 39 to 33. At the final game against Merry High, Randolph Moore, came to the center of the floor and made the ‘shot of the night,’ with a long shot from the center of the floor. Stantonville Home Demonstration Club met at the home of Mrs. Ruby Pounds. Due to sickness in the community several members were unable to attend. Mrs. Maxine Carroll called the meeting to order. Two new members, Mesdames Lillian Wyatt and Ersie Combs. The Rose Creek 4-H club met March 3. Reports about ‘Soil Conversation,’ were given by the following: Nevella Moore, Jo Dorris Matlock, Barbara Ann Floyd, Dottie Cox, Nadyne King, Mary Ann McMahan, Carl Henley, Elizabeth Leonard, Lura Ann York, Syble Ann Kiser, Thomas Gibson, Daisy Smith. Mary Lee Whitten led the pledge to the flag. Shirley Mitchell, reporter. Stantonville Methodist Women met in the home of Mr. and Mrs. Dolphia McCullar. Contest winners were Mrs. Maxine Carroll, Mrs. Josephine Burks and Mrs. Loraine Pettigrew. The next meeting will be in the home of Mr. and Mrs. Lacy Erwin. Mr. and Mrs. Paul McAlpin have moved into their new attractive home on Warren Ave. Those that are sick, Vernon Lee Robinson, Mrs. Alcy Kernodle, Little Mary Jane Abernathy, Mrs. S.R. Chambers, Mr. J.G. Combs, Oscar McCullar and Mrs. Will Tom Abernathy. Mr. J.B. Graham, Sr., who has been seriously ill - shows no improvement. Mrs. Lutie Smith Cantley of Ark., daughter of the late Dr. J.L. Smith, has been here to visit her sister Mrs. A.S. Prather and her brothers Dr. E.M. Smith and M.E. Smith. The Etude Club met in the home of Jean Anderson with Billie and Janice Grisham assisting. Others mentioned: Lola Bess Basinger, Patricia Thrasher, Don Simpson, Joe Tackett, Nancy Smith and Alice McBride. Betty Robertson and Betty Greene were hostesses to the Junior Etude Club meeting. Others mentioned: Anita Johnson, Mary Frances Meeks, Dorothy Jaggars, Betty Hamm and Dudley Dancer. Showing at the Ritz next week: Challenge To Lassie - Trouble Makers - The Prince of Peace - Horseman of The Sierras - Dancing In The Dark. Vol 47 No 14 - Wilbur Wright, Editor and Publisher - $2.50 per year.

MARCH 17, 1950

Selmer High Alumni banquet tonight in the lunch room at Selmer High School. Spelling Bee Committee meets to discuss the annual spelling bee. Each school will be allowed two participants. The Simultaneous Baptist Revivals are moving forward in their plans. Mt. Gilead, a pastorless church at present, has announced the coming of Rev. Wayne Cox, Bolivar, Tenn. Rev. H.W. Farris will preach at Calvary Baptist Church, a newly organized five miles north of Adamsville. Rev W.E. ‘Bill’ Bailey, pastor of Gravel Hill Baptist Church will hold their revival. Teachers named for McNairy County Schools for 1950-51: Acton - Rufus Cunningham, principal. Adamsville - Carlie Hughes, principal, Mildred Wilkerson, Lula Younger, John Eason, Burleen Orr, Mary R. Plunk, Mabel Hughes, Ruby D. Chisholm, Pauline Farris, Cora Hair, Faye Ross, Luke Wood, Sula Bishop, Mildred Majors, Irene Bishop, Kittye Littlefield, James D. Perkins, Laurel K. Sanders, Abernathy Browder, Glenn Hassell. Bethel Springs – C.L. Hendrix, principal, Frankie Craig, Thelma Gage, Katie L. Gault, Ocie Chapman, Minnie M. Hendrix, Edna Barham, Cecil Clayton, Onorine Long, Derucie Henry, Ancil Walker, Charlene Romans, Jewel Hamilton, D.A. Milam. Center Hill – O.C. Harris Center Ridge - not listed Chewalla - Bernice Reardon, principal Finger - Haven Garner, principal, Loyd Harris, Arlus Plunk, Leonard Ward, Myrtle Smith, Irene Frye, Thelma Naylor. Gilchrist - Reathie Garrison Gooch – J.T. DePoyster Good Hope - not listed Gravel Hill - Leonard Moore, Azalee Nichols Guys - Vonley McCoy, principal Hickory - not listed Hickory Flatt - Mary Wilkins Hurley - Reta Fulton, principal, Icie Ingle King’s Mountain - not listed Lawton - Lester Causby Leapwood - Murray Barber, principal, Elvie Lovin, Bertie Garrett Liberty - not listed Mackey - not listed McNairy - Donald Wood, principal, Willard E. Smith, Hazel Gadberry, Rachel Hooper Michie – J.B. Childers, principal, R.M. McDaniel, J.C. Cunningham, Otis Cunningham, Mary E. Carpenter, Mary Fisher, Pearl Lee, Effie Phelps, Clovis Howard, Eldridge Howard, Florence Maness, Allie Manuel, Mae Smith, Janet Whitehurst, Marquis L. McInnis, Lewell Lee. Morton – D.R. Finger Mud Creek - Mamie Crotts New Delight - not listed New Hope - Beauton Qualls Pleasant Site - Mildred Ashe Purdy - not listed Ramer – L.G. Vaughn, principal, Ruth Vaughn, Edna Williams, Montyrue Osburn, Eunice M. Henry, Lucy M Wallace, Grace Sharp, Mary Dodds, L.W. Strausbaugh, Grace DePoyster, Dora McReynolds, R.C. Johnson, Florence Foster, Norma Jean Long, Barney Luther Red Oak - not listed Reed - not listed Rose Creek - Parker Ellis, principal Rushing - not listed Selmer – B.T. Kiser, principal, Lucille Abernathy, Nell Combs, Mola Etheridge, Alberta Gillespie, Nora Houston, Frances Henderson, Jacqueline Hamilton, Mary Holcomb, Kate Hopper, Gaytha Hudson, Jo Johnson, Ruby Johnson, Grace Kiser, Katherine Scott, Irene Moore, Lois Prather, Lena M. Rinehart, Clara Robinson, Henrietta Surratt, Hazel Steadman, Merle Weatherford, Maggie Wooten, Myrlee Wright, Geraldine Clark, John V. Houston, George Miller, Jerry Smith, L.H. Plunk, John D. Wyatt. Shiloh in west McNairy Co - not listed Stantonville - Ted Smith, principal, Willard A. Smith, Edna Wagoner, Nona Plunk, Johnnie McDaniel. Sulphur Springs - Mary Higginbottom Milledgeville - Joe Young Selmer - Elmer Ledbetter, principal, Lucian Bond, Samuel Floyd, Lauthree Thompson, Mabel Davis, Lille Brewster, Samuel Robertson, Hattie M. Wynn Acton - Barbara Williams Adams Chapel - Everett Weatherly Purdy - Mattye Damron Sand Hill - Ross Neal St Rest - Daisy Wyke, Alice Mann Ramer - Erma B. Prather. Supervisor - Kathleen Wright. Attendance Teacher - Lester Moore. Homebound Teacher – W.P. Littlefield. There are still thirty positions to be filled. Good Home Demonstration Club met in the home of Mrs. W.C. Ashe. Due to much sickness in the community there were several members absent. Pleasant Grove Home Demonstration Club met in the home of Mrs. Ruby Harris. Meeting was called to order by Mrs. Lula Mae Wilkes. Devotional and prayer by Lois Prather. To meet with Mrs. Dan Cox in April. Dollar for Dollar — you can’t beat a Pontiac. Kroger has 2 loaves of sliced white bread for 23¢ Mrs. Lula Wilson, age 76, resident of Finger, Rt 1, died on Wednesday, March 8, 1950. Services conducted by Rev. Wayne Cox, were held at Refuge with interment there. She is survived by her husband, Wm. G. Wilson, three daughters, Mrs. Fred Squire, Mrs. Myers Flatt and Mrs. Taft Walker; and three sons, Carl, Barney and Eulas Wilson. Mr. Marcus Andrew Hunter, age 82, died at his residence in Finger on Saturday, March 11, 1950. He was a member of the Christian Church. Funeral services were held at Pisgah Church with burial in the cemetery there. He is survived by his wife, Mrs. Mary A Hunter; two sons, Ulysses and Alvin Hunter; two step sons, Sol and B. Colston; one brother will Hunter and one sister, Dona Ward. Mr. Loyd I. Tidwell, age 50 of Adamsville, died instantly on Saturday, March 11, 1950, as a result of self inflicted gunshot wound. Details of the tragedy are lacking. Funeral services were held at the Adamsville Baptist church and burial was in Mud Creek cemetery. Shackelford Funeral Directors were in charge. He is survived by his wife, Mrs. Thelma Smith Tidwell, one sisters Miss Cora Tidwell and one brother James I. Tidwell. Miss Lockie Jane Smith, age 69, a resident of the McNairy community, died on March 11, 1950. She was a Missionary Baptist. Funeral service, conducted by Rev. Roberts, were held at Mt. Zion with interment in McNairy cemetery. She is survived by one sister, Mrs. W.F. Ashlock; three brothers, Kin, Marion E. and Logan Smith. Mr. Ben B. Bass, of Alcorn County died at the home of his daughter, Mrs. C.F. Rinehart at Guys, Tenn., on Monday night, March 11, 1950 at 8 o’clock. Mr. Bass had almost reached the age of 86 years, lacking only a month and a few days. He was buried at Pleasant Hill. Mr. Bass moved to Guys in 1928 and went into the gin business with C.F. Rinehart, bringing with him a son, C.D. Bass and family. He was a member of the Methodist church from his youth, having serving as an official at Pleasant Hill for many years. He is survived by two sons, Fate and C.D. Bass, three daughters, Mrs. Alma Cobb, Mrs. Edna Caldwell and Mrs. Lottie Rinehart; one sister, Mrs. Ella Spears; 14 grandchildren, 12 great grandchildren and countless number of friends. Pallbearers were: Leroy, Burl and Bobby Caldwell, Wayne Bass, C.F. Rinehart Jr. and Lansel Boshart. Shackelford Funeral Directors in charge. Saccharin is derived from coal-tar. That swashbuckling character you saw on Selmer streets Tuesday was Mr. Cavalier, the sword waving Colonial figure in plumed hat, gold cape and red satin pantaloons was promoting a new brand of king sized cigarettes - Cavaliers. A mass meeting of all Democrats will be held March 25, for the purpose of re-organization and other business. Will Tom Abernathy, Chairman. Mount Zion Community: Mr. and Mrs. Roy Michaels are the proud parents of a baby boy. Mrs. Herbert Case has had the flu. Mr. and Mrs. Dolphia McCullar entertained the members of the Stantonville Methodist Church recently. Those visiting Mrs. James Henson, who is confined to her bed were: Mrs. Everett Henson, Mrs. Dan Willis, Mr. and Mrs. Dolpha McCullar, Mrs. Herbert Case, Mr. and Mrs. Monroe Glover, Mrs. Alma Holmes and Mrs. Henry Burks. March 5, Mrs. Wess Moore celebrated her 52 nd birthday with plenty of food and a pretty birthday cake with pink candles. Thanks was offered by Mr. Artie Goodrum. Those present: Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Moore and Gene, Mr. and Mrs. Romas Hall, Mr. and Mrs. Odis Moore, Allen & Peggy, Mr. and Mrs. E.M. Jolly and Katherine Ann, Mr. and Mrs. Artie Goodrum & Donald and Jimmy, Mr. and Mrs. Bill Price & Junior, Mr. Curtis Moore, Miss Betty Sue Moore, Mr. and Mrs. Thurman Moore & Phillip, Mr. and Mrs. J.H. Moore with Paul, Carolyn, Jerry & Wayne. Guys Community: Those on our sick list: Mr. Roy Sharp, Mrs. John Sharp, Mrs. M.M. Maroney, Mrs. Jim Mitchell, Mrs. C.A. Suggs and Mrs. J.T. Srygley. Mr. E.F. Meeks reached his 91 st birthday on March 12, congratulations Mr. Meeks. We sympathize with Mr. and Mrs. Henderson James, who made their home in Guys for 26 years, on the death of their second and only living son, W.D. James. Bro. Frank Perry was here to conduct the funeral of W.D. James. William Dewey James, 51, met almost instant death Monday night, March 5, 1950, when a converted Army truck he was driving left the highway two miles east of Corinth in the Farmington community, plunged down an embankment and pinned him underneath. Funeral services were held at Guys Christian Church and burial was in the Holly cemetery. He was a member of the Christian Church and was engaged in farm operation. On December 16, 1920, he was married to Miss Pearl Williams who survives. Other survivors are: six sons, Freeman James of Canada; Clifford James of Tupelo, Miss; Donald James of Route 3 Corinth, Charles James of Guys, Warner and Jimmy James of Route 3 Corinth. Three daughters, Mrs. Verneal Turner Rt; Mrs Helen Sellers of Madison, Ark.; Lottie Fay James of Route 3. Two sisters, Mrs. Flora White of Chewalla and Mrs. Cage Davis of Memphis; and his parents Mr. and Mrs. Henderson James of Chewalla, Tenn. Notice! Automobile licenses for the Town of Selmer are now available in the Recorder’s Office. $2.50 for every resident vehicle. Will Tom Abernathy, mayor. Old Cool Springs Community by Mrs. W.A. Plunk: Eleven members of the Willie Pickett family are sick with the flu. Others on the sick list are Sue Nell Maness, Robert Lewis Plunk, W.A. Plunk and Lila Mae Plunk. Junior King had the misfortune of losing a good mare last week. We had a singing at W.A. Plunk’s last Saturday night. Chewalla Community: Two weddings of interest to many friends here: Mrs. Vera Wren and Mr. Robert Derryberry married March 6 th . Miss Johnnie Martin and Mr. Odell Wren were married on March 9th . Mrs. R. C. Faulkner, who has been in the hospital in Memphis for several months has returned home, much improved. Mr. and Mrs. R.C. Austin and children have moved from our community to Corinth. Mr. O.L. Wren broke his arm Friday afternoon. Gravel Hill Community: Travis Armstrong is in the Corinth hospital. Arnold Wayne Mullins has been right sick with the measles. Others sick: Mr. J.W. McCoy, Mr. and Mrs. Willie Littlejohn. Private Roy V. Hollingsworth, son of Mrs. Nellie Mae Hollingsworth, participated in the 83 rd celebration of the 7 th Cavalry Regiment which was held recently in Tokyo, Japan. Showing at the Ritz next week: Dancing In The Dark - Home In San Antone - Ambush - The Mysterious Desperado - Free For All. Cox’s Community: Prayer meeting was held at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Porter Wilbanks. It was held last week in the home of Bro. and Sister Jess Kiestler. Mr. and Mrs. Parker Lineberry and children enjoyed the birthday dinner of her father, Mr. Willie Dillon. Johnny Russom is sick. Pebble Hill Community: On the sick list: Mrs. John Rickman and Mrs. Arvie Rickman. One of the twin girls of Mr. and Mrs. Edison Rickman has pneumonia. The funeral of Mrs. Tilda Wren was held at Pebble Hill Church last week with burial in the church cemetery. Mrs. Wren and family are former residents of this community. Mrs. Crum of Acton will present her music class in recital at the Michie High School March 18. Ramer Community: Eugene Hamm, Mrs. M.C. Key and Mrs. P.H. Shea attended the funeral of their cousin Albert Derryberry in Memphis recently. Albert was the son of Mr. and Mrs. J.W.T. Derryberry and was raised in Chewalla. Mrs. J.B. Teague, Sr. is in the hospital in Corinth. J.D. Chandler is quite ill. Contractors have resumed work on blacktopping Hwy No 57 from EastView to Pickwick. This work was suspended during the winter months. Buena Vista Community: Most every family has colds and flu. Rev. Shelby Maness filled his regular appointment on the first Sunday evening. John C. Stivers has been absent from school because of the flu. Mrs. and Mrs. Oscar King have had the flu for three weeks. Mrs. Louisia Campbell is still not doing any good. Aunt Louisa was 87 years old on the 6 th of March. Oak Grove Community: Health is not so good in our community. Some people mentioned: Mrs. Elmer McMahan, Mrs. Tildon Locke and children, Mr. and Mrs. Roy Goolsby. Lawton Community: The young adult class of Clear Creek Baptist Church enjoyed a wiener roast Tuesday night. Several people from this community attended the funeral of Mr. Loyd Tidwell in Adamsville Sunday. Rose Creek Community: Mary Lulah Graham and Jo Edna Smith attended Sunday School at Mt. Gilead Sunday. Bethel Springs 4-H Club met on March 3. Songs ‘4-Leaf Clover,’ ‘4-H Club Work,’ and ‘Row Your Boat,’ was sung by the group. Jokes by Bobby Burgess. Pledge to the Flag by Leon Mullens. Poem 4-H Work by Alice Nell Hendrix. ‘Buttons and Bows’ by Johnnie Millie, Sarah Frances Gray and Betty C. Powers. School news by Doyce Jean Siler. Cloth game by Frances Hines. Poem ‘After School,’ by Alma Deane Sweat. Riddles by Betty Jean Wilson. 4-H Flag pledge by Bobby G. Harris. Jo Ann Barham, reporter. Selmer Community: Jack Russell Lewis went to Starkville, Miss. where he was called for a try- out in football for Mississippi State. Mr. and Mrs. L.T. McIntyre are proud parents of a baby girl. “Flowers” this week go to Mrs. J.W. Wallace of Selmer who was 89 last April. Despite the fact that she is nearing her 90 th birthday she has a keen interest in civic and current affairs. Her sight is impaired, limiting her reading to a minimum, but it hasn’t slowed the rapid click of her knitting needles. By Mrs. Wilbur Wright. Mrs. Margaret Hannah Dunaway Wallace was born on April 15, 1860, in a little log house near Moss’ Creek, in the old second civil district. She was the second of seven children born to William Pinkney and Elizabeth Boatman Wallace. Her early school days were spent at a little school located where Hunter’s Schoolhouse now stands, and Miss Virginia Gilmore of North Carolina was her teacher. Mrs. Wallace was married to Joseph Wesley Wallace at the home of her parents on October 4, 1876. The ceremony was said by a Rev. Fisher, who was pastor of the Old Purdy Circuit. As was the custom in those days, the bride and groom went to the home of the groom’s parents on the day following the ceremony for the ‘Infair’ dinner. This was a dinner at the groom’s home in honor of the newlyweds. This happy young couple rode five miles - from the Dunaway home to the Wallace home - on horseback. For many years, Mr. and Mrs. Wallace lived on the farm, where all their children were born, eight of whom are still living. When need for a higher education arose, they moved to Selmer and have lived in Selmer approximately 37 years. Mr. Wallace passed away in Feb. 1940. Although she was quite young she did remember the weather conditions on the day the Battle of Shiloh started. It was a quiet April morning, with the sun shining brightly, but the distant rumbling of the cannons sounded like thunder. There was a tenseness in the air that even a small child could sense. News didn’t travel fast in those days, so it was some time before one could learn just how the battle was going. The small child and her mother walked some distance to ask a woodcutter how the battle was going, and he answered he didn’t know...... and continued his chopping as if nothing were happening. During the war soldiers would ride up to the barn and help themselves to feed for their horses and almost anything else they wanted without so much as telling the owners. Many times the soldiers couldn’t be identified by their uniforms. Although these events are vivid in her memory, they step aside to make room for the many other happenings of long ago. Mrs. Wallace has watched with interest the changes that have made our modern world, an the wonders developed by scientist never cease to amaze her. By Mrs. Wilbur Wright. Volume 47 No 15 - Wilbur Wright Owner and Publisher

March 24, 1950

Two names omitted from teacher’s list last week: Bobbie Ruth Hair at Adamsville and Alice Floyd at Bethel Rosenwald. Miss Bona Lee Cheshier made the Dean’s list last quarter at Union University. Miss Maxine Rickman, daughter of Fred D. Rickman, received her diploma in nursing last week in Memphis. Holy Week services are planned for the Selmer Methodist Church. The soloists for these services will be: John D. Wyatt, Hugh Burford, R. Carter Smith, Martha Jane Smith, and Jo Ann Barr. Classes will be held in March by Mr. Cordie L. Majors and Mr. James D. for the 17 th Decennial Census of the U.S. Agricultural census questionnaires are being mailed to farmers. Adamsville Mayor Coleman Smith, Bethel Springs Mayor Edd Campbell, and Selmer Mayor Will Tom Abernathy are invited to attend a UT Municipal Meeting. Tennessee ginned 622,247 bales of cotton in 1949. Former Selmer graduates met for a banquet on March 17. Some 200 students from 1898 to present. Tables were decorated by Mrs. H.G. Wallace, Mrs. Robt. Johnson, and Mrs. Harry Cain. Officers for the new year: Mrs. A.H. Olive, president – Mr. Guy Robinson, Vice P – Mr. Edward Surratt, Sec/Treas. Red Cross Drive is now underway. To date $315.39 has been turned in according to Chairman Mr. L.R. Weatherford. $118.25 from Brown Shoe F; $134.75 Brown Show V; and McNairy community and school $62.39. McNairy Community without exception is always the first to make its quota in the county for Red Cross. Mr. Joe Milstead, age 91 years, a former McNairian, died at Bolivar, March 19, 1950. Mr. Milstead will be remembered by some of the older readers, particularly those who went to school to him when he taught at the old Kirk School House, some 65 years ago. Mr. Milstead was born Oct 27, 1858, in this county and moved with his parents, while very young, to Hardeman County, later returning to teach school in this county. Funeral services were held at Walnut Grove Church on Monday, March 20, with burial in the cemetery there. Shackelford Funeral Directors had charge of the arrangements. He is survived by his wife, one son, Everett Milstead of Selmer; (two daughters or sisters?) Mrs. Margie Hodge of Hornsby, and Mrs. Bessie Maxwell of Bolivar. Guys Community: Last Friday night when Guys girls basketball team went to the finals and put up a good fight against Michie, whose coach hasn’t lost a game in some time. The forwards on the Guys team: Elaine Rowsey, Jean Bass, Gwendolyn Lathermore. The guards are: Patricia Rowsey, Juanita Austin and Edna Mae Bugg. Charlene Jarnigan rendered good substitute help. Elaine, Jean, Juanita and Edna Mae will go to high school next year. Mr. and Mrs. Gilbert McCarter have moved into their new home in Corinth. Mt. Gilead Community: Mrs. Jim Foster is in a hospital in Jackson. Miss Mary Lee Whitten has had an appendectomy. Doris Whitten is back in school after being out two weeks sick. Old Cool Springs by Mrs. W.A. Plunk: Mr. and Mrs. W.A. Plunk attended a young people’s rally in Selmer. Two weddings of much interest took place Saturday: Miss Jo Pickett of Finger became the bride of Clyde Hampton of Gates and Miss Jean Gately of Henderson became the bride of Dewey Pickett, also of Finger. They will make their homes with parents of the grooms for the present time. Chewalla 4-H meeting. Songs by the club members, ‘Yankee Doodle,’ and ‘the More We Get Together.’ Scripture reading by Ernest Lee Derryberry. Song ‘Blue Skirt Waltz,’ by 5,6,7,8 th grade girls. Mary Virginia Martindale, reporter. The Mt. Gilead Home Demonstration club met at the home of Mrs. Marshall Mitchell, assisted by Ann Mitchell and Mrs. Ernest Mitchell. Devotional by Mrs. J.E. Henley. The roll call was answered by telling where members had met their husbands. Two new members, Mrs. Romas Ray and Mrs. R.D. Sparks. Contest prize won by Mrs. W.H. Jordan. Next meeting at the home of Mrs. Hugh Woods. Ramer Community: Home from college for spring break were Mable Lawson, Helen Gibson and Will Raymond Majors. The people who occupied a dwelling opposite the depot have moved. Mrs. Clara Nickels and daughter Vadine, moved West of town near Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Rhodes place. Mrs. Iva Teague and son Troy to the residence built by Otis Chandler. Mr. and Mrs. Brooks Derryberry plan to convert the vacated building into a filling station and store. In the County Elementary Basketball tournament last week in Selmer, the Ramer boys defeated Gooch, Bethel Springs, Purdy and Michie to win the championship. Score in the final game was Ramer 38 to Michie 32. Ramer girls defeated Leapwood by forfeit, and Acton and lost to Guys in the semi-finals, after playing two tie-offs. Kenneth G. Jones, airman apprentice, USN, son of Mr. and Mrs. W.B. Jones, was recently graduated from Mechanic School at Naval Air Tech Training Center in Memphis. Ramer 4-H met recently. Song led by Dorothy and Patricia Teague. Bible reading Gerlene Johnson. Prayer led by Ruth McCormick. Dorothy Jo Kennedy, reporter. Robert K. Beck of Guys, Tenn. has received a certificate as a Physician’s Office Attendant from U T College of Medicine in Memphis. Stantonville Community: Mr. John Boshart has been in Community hospital. Everyone old and young, in this community are looking forward to the basketball games Sat. night between the ladies of the Acton and Stantonville Home Demonstration Clubs. After the ladies game, the husbands will play. If you need a good laugh, come out and see these games. Iola Home Dem. Club met at the home of Mrs. Arthur Vires. Mrs. Sue Robinson was out because of the flu. Two visitors, Mrs. George Vires and Mrs. Joe Neal Plunk. Mrs. Hubert McIntyre had the devotional. Minutes were read by Mrs. Frank Plunk. Mrs. Howard Plunk, reporter. Cox’s Community: Prayer meeting was held in the home of Mr. and Mrs. Gentry Knight. Mrs. Dortha Cox is suffering from injuries received from a fall. Mr. and Mrs. Johnnie Cox and Mr. and Mrs. Elvert Whitten spent the weekend with relatives here to celebrate the birthday of their father Mr. L.C. Whitten. Showing at the Ritz next week - Free For All - The Lady Gambles - Stampede - Outlaw Country - Holiday Affair. Beauty Hill Community: Mrs. Oce Sullivan is in the hospital for an operation. Mr. and Mrs. W.T. Hill are the proud parents of a baby girl named Naomi Ruth. Gravel Hill Community: On our sick list are Mrs. Bill Bailey and Jim North. Mr. and Mrs. Doyle Petty are the proud parents of 9lb 10 oz baby boy. Mr. and Mrs. Norris from Ramer have moved into our community. Selmer Community by Mrs. Terry Abernathy: Home for spring break from college are Alice McReynolds, Jimmy Thompson, Lola Frances Kiser, Jack and Lowell Butler, Little David Robinson and his sister Nana are recovering from the measles. On the sick list: Mamie Perkins, Nina Mae Latta, Mrs. Will Terry Abernathy, Charley Weatherford, J.E. Hodges and Mrs. W.W. Wallace. Mrs. J.W. Causey is recovering from a severe case of the flu at her quarters at the Iron Bell Tourists Courts. Michie girls and Ramer boys won trophies last week in the County Elementary Basketball tournament held in the Selmer gym. The Michie girls played four games to win their trophy. They played Bethel Springs, Gravel Hill, Adamsville and Guys. Ramer boys defeated three teams to be crowned champs. They played Bethel Springs, Purdy and Michie. The thriller game was when Guys girls and Rose Creek girls tied. The tie was broken with Guys winning this game. Etude Music Club got high ratings in the Music Festival at Humboldt Saturday. Excellent rating: Alice McBride, Nancy Smith, Don Simpson, Patricia Thrasher, Lola Bess Basinger, Dorothy Jaggars, Dudley Dancer, Mary Frances Meeks. Very Good rating: Joe Tackett. The Etta Swaim Circle of the Presbyterian society met in the home of Mrs. Due Roberts. An interesting program consisted of Sue Milligan, Dora Parker, Maxine McCullar, Louise Hamilton, Katheryn Scott, Ethelyn Thomas and Jo Johnson. Mrs. Ella Melton of Finger, who was 80 on March 19, was honored with a birthday dinner and family reunion on that day. She shared the honors with her son, L.W. Melton who celebrated his 48 th birthday. The gathering was so large and the food so plentiful that the church building nearby was borrowed for the dinner. Mrs. Melton has 7 living children; 44 grandchildren and 36 g grand children. Those present with their families: Mr. and Mrs. L.W. Melton; Mr. and Mrs. L.W. Melton, Jr.; Mr. and Mrs. Max Melton; Mr. and Mrs. A.V. Melton; Mrs. Zadie Strain; Mr. and Mrs. Billy Strain and Kenneth; Marvin Strain; Mr. and Mrs. J.O. Mullens; Mr. and Mrs. F.M. Johnson and Arlinnel, Joe and Willie; Mr. and Mrs. J.W. Cooper; Mr. and Mrs. Athel Pierce; Mrs. Margie Johnson; Mr. and Mrs. Clarence Melton and Terry; Mr. and Mrs. S.B. Massengill and Lafoy; Mr. and Mrs. E.M. Massengill and Pearl; Mr. Willie Massengill; Mr. and Mrs. Frances Massengill and Billy Lee, Jimmie David and Jerry Sue; James, Alice and Johnnie Earl Killingsworth; Mrs. Ethel Fuqua and Margaree and Paul; Mrs. Bob Covington and Bobby; Mrs. Florence Roby; Mr. and Mrs. Herbert Massengill and Ludine, Marie and Juan; Mr. and Mrs. Virgil Massengill and Kathleen; Mr. and Mrs. Fred Plunk; James D. Plunk; Mrs. Dellia Vickery; Miss Mattie Miller; Mrs. Minnie Stewart; Mrs. Sallie Ingle. Notice is hereby given that a Republican Primary Election will be held on Thursday, April 6 at the precincts listed below, to select the party’s nominees for the following county offices; County Judge, Trustee, County Court Clerk, Circuit Court Clerk, Register and Road Commissioner. Poll will be open from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm. The following officials will hold said election: 1- Leapwood Prec: Officer: Ruff Droke; Judges: D.M. Eason, Prince Plunk, W.T. Martin; Clerks: Orby Plunk, Pony Gibson; Register: Ezia Tacker 1 - Rocky Knob Prec: Officer: Elvis Bullman; Judges: M.E. Etheridge, Claude Maness, Sherman Maness; Clerks: Arthur Plunk, Frank Maness; Reg: Sam Webster. 2 - Rose Creek Prec: Officer: J.R. Leonard; Judges: John Dillon, L.D. Budlong, Lim Smith; Clerks: Mrs. Annie Bell Smith; Ref: Jim Foster 3- Adamsville Prec: Officer: Opal Wilkerson; Judges: N.B. Caperton, John Shann, Tommie Ross; Clerks: Mrs. H.S. Carothers, Wilma Vinson; Reg: Evan Crowe. 4 - Stantonville Prec: Officer: L.F. Cody; Judges: Ernest Plunk, Cletis Smith, Leroy White; Clerks: O.K. Plunk, Edman McDaniel; Reg: Carl Chandler 4- Rays Prec: Officer: J.O. Gardner; Judges: C.L. Michael, Ben Hockaday, Dunk Ashe; Clerks: Wilburn Dickey, Mack Dickey; Reg: Jim Gardner 5- Selmer Prec: Officer: D.G. Robinson; Judges: J.A. Dillon, John Swaim, Foster Tackett; Clerks: Mrs. Cecil Estes, Pauline Whittington; Reg: Logan Whittington 5- East Selmer Pres: Officer: H.K. Maness; Judges: Bob Maness, Boss Hockaday, T.N. Wright; Clerks: Miss Kathleen Wright, Mrs. Johnnie Powers; Reg: Art Harris 6 - Ramer Prec: Officer: Walter Smith; Judges: Frank Tate, Sherman Smith, Sam Summers; Clerks: Eugene Tate; Reg: Jim King 7 - McNairy Prec: Officer: Logan Smith; Judges: Atlas Cheshier, Andrew McCann, F.W. Clayton; Clerks: Mrs. Elmo Smith, Mrs. Bill Henry; Reg: Jack Lott 7- Bowman’s Store Prec: Officer: Henry Maness; Judges: Ernest Carothers, Arlis Garner, Joe Kerby; Clerks: Mrs Howard Maness, Howard Maness; Reg: Ervin Muse 8 - Nethery Prec: Officer: Emmett Sweat; Judges: Felix Taylor, Ed Matlock, Duke Ferguson; Clerks: Mrs Bob Locke, Bob Locke 9- Michie Prec: Officer: O L Cunningham; Judges: H L Manuel, Ernest Gray, Opal Gray; Clerks: Mrs. Otis Cunningham; Cletus Cunningham; Reg: Taylor McAfee 10- Purdy Prec: Officer: Granville McCann; Judges: Oscar Plunk, Tom Garner, Frank Hill; Clerks: Troy Tacker, Loyd Barnes; Reg: Frank Curtis 10- Finger Prec: Officer: D.C. Patterson; Judges: Homer Carpenter, Fayette Ingle, Robert Smith; Clerks: Ulah Kirkpatrick, Ruby Walker; Reg: Billie Smith 11- Bethel Springs Prec: Officer: Bob Croskery; Judges: Charlie Lott, Otis Plunk, Ben Robinson; Clerks: Mrs. Jack Harris, L.G. Gage; Reg: Rube Cobb 12- Milledgeville Prec: Officer: E.E. Brooks; Judges: Ed Bridges, L.I. Cage, Willie Pitts; Clerks: H.H. Pitts, P.E. Churchwell, Reg: W.T. Nolan. Republican Primary Election Board: F.E. Higgonbottom, Sec. J.W. Cheshier, R.B. Leonard, K.H. Kirkpatrick. Brief History of Ramer Baptist church by Marvin E. Hines, Pastor. The Ramer Baptist church was gathered by the Rev. S.H.B Mayes and constituted in Sept 1911, with 17 charter members. It bore the name of Mayes Chapel until 1945, when the name was changed to Ramer Missionary Baptist Church. The early minister from 1911 to 1930 were: Rev. S.H.B Mayes, Rev. Walter Edwards, J.J. Smith, J.G. Gooch, J.D. Harris, A.M. Overton, M.B. Howard, W.C. Nevil, J.E. Bolding. On Oct 1, 1944, Mayes Chapel was located about 1 mile north of Ramer on the Ramer Selmer gravel road. A committee was formed on this date to formulate plans to move the church to Ramer. Rev. J.E. Bolding was the pastor and Mrs. Isla Rhodes was clerk. Mr. Jim Teague donated one acre of land on State Hwy 57 and ½ mile east of the railroad. In 1945 membership was 61, Bolding was the pastor and J.H. Thomas, clerk. In 1946 membership was 127. Toward the end of 1946, Rev. Bolding resigned as pastor. During his pastorate the present house of worship was constructed, a butane heating system installed and membership doubled. Rev. H.G. Winters was pastor until Dec 1947. Rev. Hines assumed duties as pastor in March 1948 and in the two years he has been pastor, the pastor’s home was completed with running water and bath, new pews have been installed in the sanctuary, and an increase in membership by 49 additions. The church has now gone to full time at the coming of Bro Hines to pastorate. ‘Flowers,’ this week go to Mr. J.C. Houston, our friend and next door neighbor, whom we have known all our life. Mr. Houston was 82 last August. James Cleveland Houston was born on August 18, 1867, about one mile south of the Village we know now as Guys. He was the third of eight children born to the late Robert Samuel and Irene Michie Houston. ‘Jim’ As he was called, grew up on the farm, attending the county schools of the day. Two of his teachers were R.P. Barnhill and R.K. Knight. He later studied at West Tennessee Christian College in Henderson, Tenn. For a few years around 1890, he ran the Sharp & Houston Store at Guys. He was admitted to the bar at Selmer in June 1893 and has continued to live here ever since. Selmer was in her infancy when Mr. Houston came here. In fact, the population was approximately 200. Mr Houston has watched with keen interest the growth and progress of our county seat town. In order to furnish water around the town square, a well was bored in front of the new structure. In those days the only walkway was brick, and it extended from the East door of the court house, to the railroad, in the center of the street, with vehicle roadways on each side. There were so many shade trees. Other activities aside from his law practice, include his being Mayor of Selmer. He was first elected to this office in 1896 and in later years - was several times elected to the same office. He was elected to the State Senate in 1900. From 1901 to 1904 he published a local newspaper, The Selmer Post, which was later merged with the McNairy County Independent. In 1908, he was appointed by the governor to serve out an unexpired term as County Judge. He was married to Miss Stella Harris, daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. W.H. Harris, then of Selmer, on December 12, 1900. Their home address is 252 W Court Ave, where they have lived since 1905. Their only child, Loraine, is now Mrs. Alton B. Scott. Probably most notable of Mr. Houston’s activities is his faithfulness to the Church. Though not a charter member of the First Christian Church in Selmer, which had been organized two years before, he placed his membership with it on coming to Selmer in 1893, and for these 57 years has given it his loyalty and support. He was on the building committee with the late H.P. Wood and R.D. Anderson for the first church home, which was erected in 1897. Since then, he has been one of the trustees for that, until 1940, and for the new building which was completed in 1941. For about 50 years he has served for the congregation as elder, and most of that time as teacher of the men’s Bible class. Today, he one of the oldest members of the congregation and one of the most regular in attendance. His closest relatives are this two grandsons, William Blair and James Alton Scott; his brother Robert M. Houston of Selmer and his sisters Mrs. Mattie Beck of Guys. Volume 47 No 16. Wilbur Wright, Editor and Publisher

March 31, 1950

Selmer School had their spelling bee early this week and Dortha June Sanders, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. W.L. Sanders was declared champion. Billy Ross Prather was runner up. Dortha will go the county spelling bee in April. Judges are: Henry Carothers, Mrs. Loyd Barnes, Bro. Jimmy Mills, Louis Adams, and Mrs. Alton Scott. Pre-Easter services at First Presbyterian Church on April 6 and 7. Maundy Thursday there will be a Holy Communion Service and on Good Friday will have regular preaching service with a visiting minister. In a contest to find a suitable name for Pickwick Electric Membership Corporation’s little monthly paper, a winner has been found. Mr. A.H. Olive won by submitting the name ‘Lighthouse’ and enclosing with his name a unique sketch of a lighthouse. There were more than 200 entries. More donations to the Red Cross fund with the Finger community $92.20 and Selmer community $1,158.50. The following Selmer merchants will close their business each Wednesday beginning the first Wednesday in April through August: Cox Bros. Grocery; A & G Market; U-Tote-Em Groc; Kroger store; Liberty Cash Grocery; E C Causey Grocery; Weatherford Bros Groc; Wyatt’s Barber shop; Mays Shoe Shop; B A Maxedon; Steels’s Jewelry and Gift Shop; Selmer Shoe Shop; R M Richards & Son; Charles Lee; Frozen Food Locker; Burks Grocery & Feed Store (except Cream Station.) To all owners of lands lying within the proposed McNairy County Soil Conservation District, a referendum will be held in McNairy County upon the proposition of the Creation of a Soil Conversation District. Polling places are: Gravel Hill, Guys, Sulphur Springs, Gooch, Chewalla, Pebble Hill, Gilchrist, Michie, Acton, Leapwood, Milledgeville, Adamsville, Rose Creek, Ramer, Selmer, Bethel Springs, McNairy and Finger. Showing at the Ritz next week: Holiday Affair - Thieves Highway - Twelve O’clock High - Frontier Investigator - Bagdad. Pebble Hill Community: C.W. Whitaker is in the hospital. Mr. Huton Heath is very sick. Rev. and Mrs. Bennie Barron are parents of a baby girl. Miss Crum’s piano recital at Michie auditorium was very well attended. The Kiddy girls played a piano trio. The three of them started together and are going along together. Guys Community: Lee Harben is home from school for a weekend to visit his parents Mr. and Mrs. R.E. Harben, Marlin, Mary Ann, Barbara and Robert. Hugh Osborne, elder of the Guys Christian Church is seriously ill. Lanoel Rinehart, Marlin, Lee and Mary Ann Harben, Tom Barnett, Kerby Wilmeth, Blondell Jarnagin attended the dance and cake walk at Ramer School Friday night. John Sharp Jr. has the flu. Mr. McCoy reports he had more children absent Friday than any other day this year due to the flu, colds and measles. Otto Teague has suffered a heart attack. Mr. W.T. Sheffield, age 68, died at his home in the Sulphur Springs community on Tuesday, March 28, 1950. Services were held at the McNairy Baptist Church, with burial in the McNairy Cemetery. He is survived by his wife, Mrs. Mary Jane Sheffield, one daughter, Mrs. Ruby Moore and four grandchildren. Mrs. Rosa Jewell Wagoner, wife of Jack Wagoner, popular employee of Liberty Cash Grocery, died on Tuesday, March 28, 1950, after a long illness. She was 37 years old and a Presbyterian. Funeral services were held at the Bethesda Presbyterian church, with burial in the cemetery there. Pallbearers were: W.F. Wilkerson, Leroy Kirk, Arden Younger, W.D. Patrick, W.D. Wagoner and Edgar Wagoner. Shackelford Funeral Directors were in charge of arrangements. Besides her husband, she is survived by her parents Mr. and Mrs. Murray; sisters Mrs. Lessie Etheridge and Mrs. E. Murray; three brothers, Eulus, Claude and Everett Murray. Mr. Plez Isaiah Mealer, age 58, a resident of Stantonville, died on Tuesday, March 29, 1950. He was a Missionary Baptist. Funeral services were held at the Bethesda Church with burial in the Bethesda cemetery. Survivors include his wife Mrs. P.A. Mealer; four daughters, Mrs. Mavice Baggett, Mrs. Louise Barnes, Mrs. Estell Rickman, Mrs. Peggy Sue Moore; and one son W.M. Mealer. Miss Julia Ann Etheridge, age 80, passed away at the home of Mr. and Mrs. P.E. Cheshier, near Bethel Springs, on March 25, 1950. She was the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Dickson Etheridge. Funeral services were held at the Methodist Church and burial was in Oak Hill Cemetery in Selmer. Robert Casey Funeral Home had charge of arrangements. The following nephews served as pallbearers: Due, George, and J.B. Etheridge, Terry Archer, Raymond Stout and Charles Thomas Walker. She is survived by one brother, John Henry Etheridge of Altus, Okla.; and one sister Mrs. P.E. Cheshier, with whom she made her home. Miss Mary Jane Parmely, age 71, resident of Ramer, died on March 23, 1950. She was a Free Will Baptist. Funeral services, conducted by Bro. Huckabee, were held at White Oak Church, with burial in the cemetery there. She is survived by two sisters, Mrs. W.M. Leatherwood and Mrs. Christine Partenberry and one brother, I.H. Parmely. Homecoming and birthday party for Mr. Ervin Plunk who celebrated his 57 th birthday with his wife and all nine children. Present were with their families: Mr. & Mrs. Ervin Plunk; Mr. and Mrs. Walter Plunk; Mr. & Mrs. J.D. Plunk; Mr. & Mrs. Dewitt Clause; Mr. & Mrs. Jessie J. Tidwell; Mr. & Mrs. Howard Childers; Mr. Joe Plunk; Mr. & Mrs. Acie Plunk; Mr. & Mrs. Eber Plunk; Mr. & Mrs. Culby Alexander; Mrs. Etta Harris; Mrs. Bessie Tramel; Mrs. Will Plunk; Mr. & Mrs. M.F. Barber; Lester Bishop; Mr. & Mrs. Oval Plunk; Mr. & Mrs. Tact Hudson; Mr. & Mrs. L.D. Harris; Mr. & Mrs. James Copeland; Mr. & Mrs. Millard Ashe; Mrs. Bud Moore; Mrs. Russell Plunk; Mr. & Mrs. Hershal Childers; Mr. & Mrs. Dewitt McLain; Mr. & Mrs. Pony Tacker; Mr. & Mrs. Clyde Treece; Mr. & Mrs. Robert Brewer; Mr. & Mrs. Roy Moore; Mr. & Mrs. Fred Cobb; Mr. & Mrs. Homer Hand; Shirley Amerson; Mr. & Mrs. Dee Childers; Tommy Harwell; Hallie Plunk; Frances Garner; Virgil & Herbert Plunk; Delia Jane Tidwell; Joy Dean Smith; Harrison & Doris Burkeens; Albert Plunk; Jenny Neal Young. 116 people attended. New Sharpening Service for Lawn Mowers & Power Mowers: W.E. Foote & Son. Phone 131. Chewalla Community: Mrs. Oscar Wardlow has been sick for several days. Rev. Moore, Pastor of Olive Hill Baptist Church preached here Sunday. Seaman B.R. Weaver, son of Mr. and Mrs. Lester L. Weaver, of Star Route. Finger, is serving aboard the USS General Butner. For new short hair cut - go to Sno-White Beauty Shop, second floor Jaggars Kiddie Shoppe. Basketball News From Michie School: We’re proud of our basketball record. Our girls were champions of county, district and regional tournaments. Girls high school team: Norma Ann Briley, Doris Howard, Reba Fisher, Carolyn Gooch, Annie Mae Carroll, Juanita Moore, Joyce Whitaker, Bess Garrett, Margie Fisher, Bobbie Mae Pettigrew, Peggy Price, Joyce Garrett. They played 26 games and lost two this season. Our boys, although receiving several injuries, won 14 and lost 11. Our grammar school girls won the county tournament, to complete their five year record of all victories. Our grammar school boys were runners up, losing to Ramer by four points. April is the last month to start chicks in time for fall layers. Chicks hatched in April should start laying by September or October. Old Cool Springs community: The singing at W.A. Plunk’s home Sunday night was very good. Mr. W.C. Moore had several people of the community at his bedside during the week. Bro. Carter will preach at Rocky Knob next Sunday. There will also be a young people’s program on Sunday night. The Stephen Foster Music club met in the home of Mrs. Alton B. Scott. Some of the song selections were: ‘Stout Hearted Men,’ ‘The Drinking Song,’ and ‘The Easter Parade.’ We had a good time at Bro. Lola Whitten’s 60 th birthday party. This is the 18 th consecutive birthday and family reunion. 21 grandchildren were present, the total people present was 87. A list of the children and their families present: Mr. and Mrs. John Henry Foster; Mr. and Mrs. Everett Whitten; Mr. and Mrs. Eldridge King; Mr. and Mrs. Wade Whitten; Mr. and Mrs. Johnny Cox; Mr. and Mrs. Ernest Whitten; Mr. and Mrs. Bonnie Whitten. Submitted by Mrs. Finley Russom Stantonville Community: Mr. and Mrs. Leonard Tedford are the proud parents of a baby boy born last week. A surprise birthday dinner for Mr. W.J. Hicks who was 65 recently. Others who jointly celebrated their birthday with Mr. Hicks were: A.D. Williams, Jimmy Simpson and Carol Ann Woods. Mr. and Mrs. Hicks also celebrated their 30 th wedding anniversary. Others attending: Mr. and Mrs. Hugh Woods, Mrs. A.D. Williams, Mr. Dewey Basham, Bobby Basham, Mr. and Mrs. Allen Simpson, and Don Simpson. Liberty Cash Grocery has a big sale: Pet Milk, tall cans 3 for 33¢, sugar 42¢ for a 5 lb sack. Lard $6.05 for 50lb can. Duz, Oxydol or Tide Soap Powder, large box for 23¢. Selmer Community: Miss Janet Sparks was home for the weekend from college. A wedding of interest to the people of Selmer and Michie: Miss Bobby Mae Pettigrew of Michie, became the bride of James A. Patrick, Jr. Miss Nyta Joyce Morrow was maid of honor and Pete Walls, best man. Some on the sick list: Mary Bess Abernathy, Mrs. Bart Fisackerly, Mrs. Minnie Ramer. The first banquet ever to be held by the Selmer Beta Club took place March 24 at Logan’s Lake. Master of Ceremonies was Billy Barnes. A toast to the girls was made by James Alton Scott and a toast to the boys was made by Emma Lee Rinehart. A singing session was led by Martha Jane Smith and Hugh Buford. Jimmy Jones led the group with ‘Let Me Call You Sweetheart.’ Glen McBride took the floor and led ‘In the Good Old Summertime.’ To close Mr. Kiser suggested that all stand and sing, ‘The More We Get Together.’ Billy Barnes said a few words on ‘The Gentle Art of Stealing Chickens.’ A dissertation by Jimmy Jones on his favorite subject, ‘Cows.’ After Jimmy finished, Houston Thrasher rose to say a few words about Jimmy’s behavior on the road to Logan’s. The project of the Beta Club this year has been the publishing of the school paper, ‘The Lion’s Tail.’ Reports have come in about the damage done by heavy winds at Bethel Springs, estimated that damage to the school property was about $1,000. Several homes from Rose Creek to Bethel Springs were damaged. County Court meets next Monday to consider school budget. School Supt. J.C. Taylor explains urgent needs. Selmer has all time high enrollment of 920 and short 8 class rooms. Adamsville is short 8 class rooms. The Michie school building is the worst. It is not adequate for 200 pupils and 450 are enrolled this year. Michie needs 8 new class rooms, indoor toilets, furnace heat. Bethel Springs needs 4 class rooms. All the schools need better heating systems. Mr. Taylor says 4/5's of school costs come from the state and to receive this money McNairy County schools have to meet up to the state’s expectations, which we are not doing. If we don’t upgrade our school, the money can be withheld. ‘Flowers’ this week go to Mr. Jerry H. Howell, who has been a well-known personality to McNairy County people for many years. Mr. Howell will be 83 in April. He is a native of Hardeman Co, Tenn., being born near what is now known as Pine Top, about four miles north of old Crainesville, now Hornsby, on April 19, 1867. He was the third child and second son of William Henry and Amanda Hooper Howell. There were twelve children in all, five boys and seven girls. Advantages were few and far between in those days. School was four miles away and the children had to make that trip on foot when they were permitted to go. Keeping a body and soul together in so large a family constituted quite a problem and, as the children grew large enough to work, each had to assume a portion of the duties about the home and farm. The result is that Uncle Jerry, as his friends refer to him, was not fortunate enough to receive the education that he so much wanted. There were no Sunday Schools nearby either, but mom and dad issued orders that all attend Church when preaching day came one Sunday a month. So, when that Sunday morning came, off they went, barefoot, and wearing homemade clothes that their mother had found time to make. In spite of these attending difficulties, he said they were a happy lot and his parents endeavored to instill in them the desire to create a good name for themselves, which guidance has influenced the molding of this fine character. In 1885 at the age of 18, he was married to Nerissa Wilson, who was born near Bethel Springs. Five children blessed this union, 2 girls and 3 boys. From 1889 to 1893, Mr. Howell recalled that he worked for 75 cents per day - helping to split ‘bolts’ to make oak barrel staves. With a wage as low as this, he managed to buy the necessities of life. On another occasion he worked with his team of mules for $2.00 per day, hauling logs. And he also at different times, pulled staves from a stave saw for 10 c per thousand staves and rode a horse four miles to do this kind of work. About 1900, Uncle Jerry became a barber, working two days a week at Bethel Springs, spending the rest of his time attending to his farm work, buying and selling cattle, horses and mules. In these earlier years of his life, he had become quite expert with the ‘fiddle’ and recalls playing for many break- down dances. He never picked up the drinking habit, he says, because he knew he could have more fun sober than drunk. In 1911, his wife passed away, leaving him with the five children. He later re-married to Mrs. Mary Tull Laughlin, a widow with one child, a small daughter. 21 years ago they moved to Selmer, where Uncle Jerry is still extremely active for one who is almost 83, working quite a bit in his barber shop. He is, incidentally, a member of Mt. Gilead Baptist Church, and has been for 56 years. In closing the interview, Uncle Jerry says, “I feel good yet, and thank the Lord for all He has done for me.” Volume 47 No 17 - Wilbur Wright, publisher and editor.

APRIL 7, 1950

The annual McNairy County Spelling Bee will be held tonight. The pronouncer for this event will be Tedford Jordan. Entries are: Adamsville - Yvonne Young, Janice Smith. Bethel Springs - Almedia Parker, Sammy Tull. Center Hill - Dorsey Wilson, Blanche Wilson. Gooch - Johnnye Ray Bodiford, James Arthur Byrd. Guys - Jean Bass, John Sharp. Hickory Flatt - Charles Pyron. McNairy - Carl Moore, Mary Frye. Michie - Shelby Jean Fisher, James Ancil Presley. Ramer - Willard Summers, Cornelia Shea. Selmer - Dortha June Sanders, Zilphia Moore. Congressman Tom Murray will be visiting in Selmer Wednesday afternoon, April 12 th . ‘Journey Into Faith,’ an outstanding Easter motion picture will be shown on Sunday night at the First Methodist Church. Organization started to get Cypress Creek cleaned out to relieve flood conditions. The railroad will dredge from above Bethel Springs to a point one mile north of Selmer, about five miles. It would then be necessary for Selmer to dredge from one mile north of Selmer for about three miles to Falcon. Mr. J.L. McReynolds was elected chairman of this group. Mr. Ab Coleman was elected treasurer and Mr. Bill Smith secretary. Planning committee: R.B. Gooch, V.L. Robinson, Bill Smith, Ab Coleman and Frank Robinson. The cost is about $5,000. Contributions received for the survey: R.B. Gooch $50, Bill Smith $15, Ab Coleman $20, Vernon Robinson $10, Con Ferguson $20, Grady Counce $25, Pat Lee $25, Flake Humphrey $10, Leon Blasingame $10, Slater Robinson $10, J.L. McReynolds $5, and Frank Robinson 5 days of work in helping to make the survey. The Quarterly Court met in regular session last Monday. 25 magistrates were present with two absent: C.D. Treece and Haven Garner. Judge R. Carter Smith presided and Clerk W.E. Sewell and Sheriff Hugh Kirkpatrick were in place. Although a committee had been appointed in February concerning the urgent school building needs, no action was taken and the subject was postponed. The Poorhouse Commissioners showed that Mr. T.W. Murry had cared for 7 paupers during the quarter. Mr. H.T. Jordan was elected to serve as a member of the Jury Commission. You can’t match a Frigidaire Refrigerator. See at Sibley Chevrolet Co. Phone 205. Buena Vista Community: Carlton Hendrix, U T college student spent the week with his parents Mr. and Mrs. Carlos Hendrix. Mrs. Martha Jenkins has pleurisy. Mr. and Mrs. Oscar King and her mother, Mrs. Louise Campbell moved on the Grady Saxton place. Mrs. Ora Lee Cobb has a serious illness. Mr. and Mrs. Billy Cheshier are proud parents of a baby girl who made her arrival on April 3rd . Mr. Hendrix Stivers got hurt cutting timber last week. Bemis Bag Company to have Golden Anniversary celebration. The Bemis Cotton Mill operates on a three shift basis and employs 1,250 and manufactures fifty million yards of cotton cloth and one million pounds of thread from 25,000 bales of cotton. Showing at the Ritz next week: Bagdad - Strange Bargain - Cheaper By The Dozen - Mule Train - Malaya. We wish to express our sincere appreciation to friends and neighbors for the kindness shown during the recent illness and death of Mrs. Hersilla Anne Aikin of Bethel Springs. The Family. Guys Community: Betty Jo Faulkner, Betty Williams, Charlene Jarnagin, Margarett Bugg, Sam Ingram, Gwendolyn Lathermore, Edra Bugg, Elaine Rowsey, Edsel Burns, Aubrey Wren, Douglas Sharp, John Sharp and Mack Wilmeth attended the 4- H Rally Day in Selmer last Friday. John Sharp of Guys and Glenn Naylor of Finger were nominated for president of the County 4-H. John received 179 votes and Glenn received 316 votes. Glenn was president of the club last year also. Richard Sharp has purchased a grocery on Shiloh Rd. in Corinth. Mrs. Bertie Moore entertained for her son, Larry, with a birthday party last week. Wedding of interest: Irene Pherigo to Abernathy Graham on March 4, 1950 in Bartlesville, Okla. Abernathy is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Louie Graham. Stantonville Community: Miss Dorothy Garrison and Mary Lou McDaniel were home from college for the weekend. Mr. John Boshart is recovering from a long illness. Mt. Gilead Community: Funeral services for Mr. Will Isbell were held Saturday. He was buried in Woodville Cemetery. Miss Shirley Borden is recovering from an appendectomy. Rev. Warren Armour moved into the community. Rose Creek Community: Barbara Ann King has measles at this writing. Chewalla Community: Little Terry Lynn, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. J.V. Cardwell had her tonsils removed last week. Mr. Charlie L. Weatherford, age 27, died on Monday, April 3, 1950. According to reports, leukemia, termed ‘cancer of the blood’ by doctors, was the cause of his death. Friendship was displayed in the great profusion of flowers at the funeral service. Funeral services were held at the local Baptist church on Wednesday, April 5, with interment in Oak Hill cemetery. Shackelford Funeral Directors were in charge of arrangements. The deceased is survived by his mother, Mrs. Effie Weatherford, wife Mrs. C. L. Weatherford; three sisters, Mrs. Foy Huckabee, Mrs. Alvis Huggins and Mrs. E.M. Baker; seven brothers, Elmer, Lonnie, Elie, Glaciel, George, J.P. and Olan Weatherford. The Independent extends sympathy to the bereaved. Mrs. Rosa Wagoner, wife of Jack Wagoner, of Selmer died on March 28, 1950. Funeral services were held at Bethesda with burial in the cemetery there. Besides her husband, she is survived by her parents, Mr. and Mrs. J.B. Murray; two sisters, Mrs. Lessie Etheridge and Ernestine Murray, all of Selmer; three brothers, Claude of Selmer, Eulis of Jackson and Everett of Bemis. Mr. James E. Deaton, age 70, of Bethel Springs, died on Sunday, April 2, 1950. Funeral services were held at the Bethel Springs First Baptist Church with burial in Mt. Carmel Cemetery. The deceased is survived by his wife, Mrs. James Deaton and one daughter, Mrs. H.E. Barnette. Mr. Richard C Browder, age 82, a resident of Route 1, Guys, died on Friday, March 31, 1950. Funeral services were held at Lorene on Saturday, April 1, with burial in the Lorene Cemetery. Bennie D. Baggett, of Ramer, received his B S degree in Agriculture at U T. McNairy Singing Convention at Piney Grove April 9 th . L.C. Ingle, President. Miss Myrtis Dickson, a junior at Bellhaven College has been selected to serve as a member of the Council of Honor for the year 1950-51. She is the daughter of Rev. and Mrs. R.M. Dickson. Sgt. C.L. Crabtree is now serving in the U S Air Forces at Ellington Air Force Base in Houston, Texas. He is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Calvin Crabtree. So your wife would like to see the bright lights? Why not bring her in to see our ‘floor show.’ The spotlight this month is a redhead - the Farmall C Tractor. Grady Counce & Son. Phone 41. Clearance Sale - All spring coats and suits reduced in time for Easter at the Vogue. Selmer Community: Among those from our town who attended the Eastern Star meeting in Jackson: Mrs. F.M. Barron, Mrs. Wade McBride, Mrs. Hazel Bogan, Mrs. Elsie Simpson, Mr. and Mrs. Charles Ammons, Mr. and Mrs. A.B. Dancer, Mr. and Mrs. Ponie Tacker and Mr. and Mrs. Bill Beemer. Mrs. Bart Fisackerly is recovering from the flu. Emma Lee Rinehart, Martha Jane Smith, Dean Herchenhahn and Jenell Johnson accompanied Mrs. George Scott to a meeting in Lexington. Mr. J.B. Graham is feeling good enough to go to town. Mrs. W.K. Hurst has been confined to her bed awhile. Johnny Hollis, who is in the U S Navy in California is home visiting his grandfather, J.B. Graham, Sr. Mrs. Nannie Robinson has moved into an apartment in the home of Mr. and Mrs. A.S. Robinson. Mrs. Hersilla Harris Aikin passed away at her home in Bethel Springs on Wednesday evening, March 29, 1950, and was buried at New Salem the following afternoon. She was 74, the daughter of Henry C. Harris. She is survived by her husband Robert L. Aikin; one step son, Henry Aiken, one sister Mrs. W.C. Beard, four brothers, Lige Harris, John Harris, Murry Harris. (Not sure this is right, the paper was wrinkled) Services for Murray F Walker, retired mail carrier of Finger, Tenn. were held at the Finger Church of Christ with burial in the Finger Cemetery. Mr. Walker, who was 83, died Monday afternoon after a brief illness. He was the son of William C. and Susie Long Walker, pioneer McNairy County citizens. He served as president of Union Savings Band and was a member of the Board of Directors of the Home Banking Company at Finger. Mr. Walker had also served as a member of the McNairy County Equalization Board. He was a member of Finger Church of Christ, and was one of the first rural mail carriers in McNairy County. He leaves his wife, Mrs. Fannie Walker of Finger; two sons, Frank Walker of Cairo, Ill. and Edgar Walker of Chickasha, Okla.; four daughters, Mrs. Eva Brooks of Finger, Mrs. C.E. Kiser of Morristown, Tenn., Mrs. J.H. Beck of Sheffield, Ala. and Miss Ruby Walker of Finger; two sisters Mrs. W.S. Young and Mrs. G.T. Naylor, both of Finger. Mr. Wm. D. Isbell, who resided in the Woodville community died on Saturday, April 1. Funeral services were conducted by Rev. Wayne Cox, were held at the Mt. Gilead Church with burial at Woodville cemetery. Grandsons of Mr. Isbell served as pallbearers. He is survived by several children. (Could not read to get the children’s names.) ‘Flowers’ this week go to Mr. Stanford W. Gooch, who celebrated his 82 nd birthday on April 1. Sanford Warren Gooch was born April 1, 1868 on the old James Warren plantation west of the Browder schoolhouse and two miles east of Selmer. He was the oldest of eight children, 6 boys and 2 girls, born to William Andrew and Nancy Murphy Warren Gooch. When but a small child two years old, his parents moved to a farm located some two miles west of Gravel Hill. He attended school in a little one-room schoolhouse at Gravel Hill and remembers well his first teacher, Miss Nina Knight. Later when he went to Mt. Vernon to school, he studied under Mr. Fayette Swain. Mr. Gooch lived and had his share in all the mischief, in the Gravel Hill Community, except two years he lived in Falcon, until he was a young man 21 years old. In 1889, he was married to Miss Edna Florella Prather. They had two children, Mozelle and Cassie, only one of whom is still living. Then in 1900, this young man and his family moved to Selmer living in a small house while he built a — room house nearby. Being a carpenter by trade, Mr. Gooch had a part in the building of many land marks in this locality. He helped build the old court house, the house occupied by Mrs. Moselle Hamilton (the Purviance Home) the M.E. Lee residence and the house where Miss Beulah Locke lived at the time of her death. For 34 years he was a maintenance carpenter and foreman with the M & O Railroad, retiring in 1937. Being retired doesn’t mean that Mr. Gooch has quit working. He is very active and takes quite an interest in his hobby, cabinet work. He operates a cabinet shop across the street from his residence on W. Pharr Avenue. Mr. Gooch has been a member of the Masonic Lodge since 1899. Mrs. Gooch passed away in 1944 and Mozelle some five years before. Miss Cassie makes her home with her father, and they keep the home fires burning, where we received a most hearty welcome when we called. Volume 47 No 19 - Wilbur Wright Editor and Publisher

April 14, 1950

The McNairy County Spelling Bee was held the Selmer school auditorium with 19 participants representing 10 schools. The order in which the schools were eliminated and words missed by contestants were: Regard - McNairy; Bargain - Center Hill; Hemisphere - Michie; Despise - Selmer; Certificate - Guys; Scent - Center Hill; Similar - Guys; Committee - Adamsville; Distinguish - Adamsville; Syllable - Bethel Springs; Fascinate - Bethel Springs; Preliminary - Hickory Flatt; Assistant - Michie; Receipt - Ramer; Sweetheart - Gooch. This left two contestants: Ray Bodiford from Gooch and Dorotha June Sanders from Selmer. After several rounds, Ray missed ‘recommendation’ and Dorotha spelled this word and then ‘misunderstanding’ to be declared the winner. Winner and runner-up get $12.50 prize. Selmer PTA recommends that all Selmer High School students buy a metal pupil locker at a cost of $6.00. The PTA committee in charge are: Mrs. Eldon Thomas, Miss Myrlee Wright, Mr. J. Troy Smith, Mr. Edgar Hodges, Mr. Jack Rinehart, Mrs. Artie B. Dancer. An informal meeting of the Magistrates and School Board to discuss school building needs. Republican primary election results show large vote. The winners to go to the August general election were: B.Y. Howell for County Judge; D.T. Hamilton for Trustee; Lloyd I. Barnes for County Ct. Clk.; Grady King for Circuit Ct. Clk.; Ponnie Tacker for Register; Ervin C. Hester for Road Commissioner. Precincts: Leapwood, Rocky Knob, Rose Creek, Adamsville, Stantonville, Rays, Selmer, East Selmer, Ramer, McNairy, Bowman’s, Nethery, Michie, Purdy, Finger, Bethel Springs, Milledgeville. Mr. R.P. Phillips, chairman of the Red Cross Drive states $2,051.24 has been collected. Received from communities: Gravel Hill - 40.37; Bethel Springs - 28.90; Guys 27.50; Leapwood - 16.10; Mt. Gilead 39.95; Purdy -17.25; Rose Creek - 22.95; Center Hill - 9.00; Stantonville - 52.70; Michie School - 12.00. Mrs. Charles Ammons and Mrs. Arthur Olive will present their pupils in a piano recital April 24 th at the First Methodist Church. On May 1 st , the Etude Music Clubs of Selmer with have their concert featuring three seniors - Fay Hamm and Anita Johnson of Selmer and Betty Hamm of Ramer. Mrs. Laura M. Steadman, age 69, died at her home in Memphis on Saturday, April 8, 1950. Funeral services were held at the Sulphur Springs church with burial in the cemetery there. She is survived by her husband, T.F. Steadman; four sons, Victor, Hallie, Clyde, and Everett Steadman; one daughter, Grace Steadman and nine grandchildren. Mr. James Andrew Hill, age 86, a resident of the Beauty Hill community for many years, died on Sunday, April 6, 1950, at the home of his daughter, Mrs. Buford Barnes in Bethel Springs. Funeral services were held at the Rose Hill Church on April 10, with burial in the Rose Hill Cemetery. He was Presbyterian. Besides his wife, Mrs. James A. Hill, he is survived by two sons, E.F. and Willie Hill; five daughters, Mrs. Maggie Garner, Minnie Wolverton, Leaner Barnes, Beulah Pounds, and Deddle Murray; twenty-one grandchildren. Shackelford Funeral Directors were in charge of arrangements. C.L. Moore, Chairman of the Polio Fund says they fell short of their $3,000 goal. Community workers were: Adamsville: Carlie Hughes, John Malone, Coleman Smith, Hugh McArthur, Abernathy Browder, A.H. Warner Bethel Springs: C.L. Hendrix, Rev. R.M. Dickson, Mr. and Mrs. Sardie Henry, Ancil Walker, Derucie Henry Ramer: L.G. Vaughn, J.T. Shelton, Mrs. J.L. McReynolds, Mrs. May Hamm, Coach Johnson Michie: J.B. Childers, Mrs. Cunningham, Russell McDaniel, Doc Howard Stantonville: Ted Smith, Mrs. Julia Sanders - McNairy: Donald Woods, Willard Smith Rose Creek: Mr. & Mrs. C.P. Ellis, Mrs. Celeste Higginbottom - Finger: Haven Garner, Mrs. Henry Kirkpatrick. Leapwood: Murry Barber, C.S. Treece Milledgeville: Joe Young, Betty Lott Gravel Hill: Leonard Moore, Azalee Nichols Acton: Mr. and Mrs. Rufus Cunningham Guys: J.L. Wren, Sam Ingram Chewalla: Bernice Reardon, Inez Derryberry Veteran’s Farm Training: Elgin Howard Colored Schools: Elmer Ledbetter, Hattie Wynn, Lucius Bond. Selmer: Mrs Maxine McCullar, Edgar Hodges, Tedford Jordan and George Weatherford. Collections: Acton Home Dem Club $5.00 - Acton School 13.50 - Adamsville town, school & factory 236.76 - Adamsville Masonic Lodge $10 - Bank of Adamsville $25 - Bethel Springs School & Town $76 - Center Hill School 4.80 - Center Ridge School 2.20 - Chewalla School 5.69 - Finger Town & School 42.23 - Gilchrist School 3.30 - Gooch School 11.80 - Good Hope School 2.10 - Gravel Hill School $14 - Guys School & Town 71.05 - Hardin’s Graveyard School 5.60 - Hickory School $3 - Hickory Flatt School 11.35 - Hurley School 9.53 - King Mt. School 4.47 - Lawton School $21 - Leapwood School 8.16. Liberty School $2 - Macky School $4 - McNairy School $27 - Michie School 46.03 - Morton School $8 - Mud Creek School $2 - New Delight School 2.28 - New Hope School & Church 19.70 - Pleasant Site School 3.13 - Purdy School $2 - Ramer School 51.45 - Ramer ball game 117.25 - Ramer Town $2 - Red Oak School 1.80 - Reed School 1.30 - Rose Creek School 42.60 - Rushing School 1.50 - Selmer School 107.05 - Selmer ball game 340.50 - Selmer town $395 - Ritz Theatre 204.85 - Brown Shoe 262.84 - Shiloh School $1 - Stantonville School 34.19 - Stantonville Home Dem Club $5 - Sulphur Springs School $10 - Sardis Masonic Lodge $5 - Union Chapel School $1.50 - Veteran Classes 323.02. Acton School 2.40 - Adams Chapel School 10,50 - Bethel Springs Rosenwald $5 - Purdy 4.66 - Ramer School $6 - Sand Hill School 2.50 - St Rest School 9.20 - Selmer School 103.40 - Mt Zion Bapt. Church 1.55 - First Baptist Church 3.07 Mr Oswald James Godson, age 75 of Adamsville, died on Friday, Apr 7, 1950. Funeral services were held at the Adamsville Baptist Church with burial in the Adamsville cemetery. The deceased is survived by three daughters: Mrs. Ester G. Paris, Mrs. Wiona G. Roberts, and Mrs. Irma G. Brown; one son Oswald J. Godson, Jr. Mrs. Camie Isbell, age 65, a resident of Route 4 Henderson, died at her home on April 10, 1905. She was a Baptist. Services were held at the Woodville Community Church with burial in the cemetery there. Shackelford Funeral Directors were in charge. Survivors include two sons, Clyde and Coy Isbell; two daughters Mrs. Mattie Arnold and Mrs. Lou Roland. Miss Etta N. Ellis, age 75, who resided at Selmer died on April 6, 1950 after a long illness. She was a Christian. Funeral services were held at the Chapel of Shackelford Funeral Home on Friday, April 7. Burial in Oak Hill Cemetery. The deceased is survived by two brothers: L.W. and Frank Ellis. Mrs. Henrietta Davis, age 88, died at Adamsville on Tuesday, April 11, 1950. Funeral services were held at Lebanon with burial in the Lebanon Cemetery. She is survived by one daughter, Mrs. Elza Griffin of Corinth and five grandchildren. Cox’s Community: Prayer meeting was held in the home of Mr. and Mrs. Jess Kiestler. Mr. and Mrs. Hugh Sanders have moved out of our community to Oak Grove community. Finger 4-H Club met at Finger School. Joyce Beene, president, called the meeting to order. Sec. Sue Naylor gave roll call. Song ‘Old Rugged Cross’ led by Betty Sue Vires. Scripture reading Ra Nell Robinson. Song ‘Battle Hymn of Republic,’ led by Shirley Amerson. Billy Carol Smith, reporter. Crooked Creek Community: Several in our community spent Sunday at Union Grove church, enjoying a Sunday School rally, an egg hunt and hearing Bro. Meeks preach at the church next door, Prospect. Two new babies in the community. Both born at Smith’s clinic. Mr. and Mrs. Leonard Phillips have a baby boy and Mr. and Mrs. John Gain, a baby girl. Mrs. Freddie Gain is in the T B hospital in Memphis. Shirley Holmes, Francine Ashe and Mrs Herbert Ashe enjoyed a cake walk at Gilchrist School. Beauty Hill community: Mr. Jack Gage has been at the bedside of his daughter Mrs. Eula Ross in South Bend, Ind. His two sons, Arthur and Aubrey accompanied him. Charles Holland has completed a two year course at United Television Laboratories. There will be a singing at Beauty Hill Church next Sunday. Robert Mullens has been sick. This community was saddened by the sudden death of an old friend and neighbor, ‘Uncle Jim' Hill. He had lived in this community as long as the writer can remember. He was 86 years old. The Fellowship of the Stantonville Methodist Church met in the home of Mr. and Mr. L.E. Erwin with a bountiful supper. Scripture was read by Bro. Barron and prayer was offered by Bro. Daulph Dickey. Miss Juanita Burks on the piano and Mrs. Erwin and Miss Eula Mae Vaughn playing the accordion-+, favored the group with song selections. Contest prizes were won by Mrs. Edith Smith, Mrs. Reatha Garrison and Mrs. Gracie Burks. Loyal Workers class of the Christian Church met in the home of Mrs. Alton Scott. Mrs. Allie Hurst, Mrs. M.W. Bigger, Mrs. Edgar Hodges, Mrs. Frank Perry, Mrs. George Bassham and Mrs. Clyde Reedy presented a program. An attendance committee was appointed: Miss Verda Anderson, Mrs. Bigger, Mrs. Irby Bassinger, and Mrs. Wilbur Wright. Pebble Hill Community: Mr. C.W. Whitaker is in a Corinth hospital. Several from Pebble Hill went to Pickwick Sunday to see the boat races. The cemetery needs cleanup work. We have Sunday School every Sunday morning and preaching every second and fourth Sunday. Guys Community: Mrs. Sam Sharp entertained her Sunday School class with a theater party at the Coliseum. Juanita Austin and John Sharp, Jr. represented Guys in the Spelling Bee. Raymond Faulkner is a very sick little boy. Mrs. Floyd Mitchell is sick. Albert Houston’s German Shepherd, won the best in his class at the Nashville Kennel Club. Mrs. Lewis Hamm entertained her class with an egg hunt. Ramer Community: Ramer High Juniors entertained the Seniors with a banquet at Wagoner’s in Corinth. About 60 enjoyed the occasion. Mrs. L.D. Barnes entertained her class with a wiener roast. Teachers of the first four grades, Mrs. L.G. Vaughn, Miss Edna Williams, Miss Montyrue Osoburn, and Mrs. Sardie Henry, are presenting their pupils in an operetta, ‘Why the Garden Quarreled.’ The 8 th grade will present two short plays, ‘Hands Up’ and ‘A Quiet Weekend,’ this Friday. Senior play, ‘Parade of the Animal Kingdom,’ is on the April 20. The 7 th grade play will be on the Apr 21. Commencement services will be Sunday night, Apr 23. The second largest class in the history of the school will graduate on Tuesday night, Apr 25. Billie Ann Plunk is valedictorian and Betty Hamm salutatorian. Gravel Hill Community: Be sure and attend the play, ‘A Ready Made Family,’ at the school here April 21. Mrs. Tolbert McCoy is real sick. Miss Helen Baker and Mr. Raymond Pickens were married recently. She is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Grady Baker and he is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Leonard Pickens of near Adamsville. Mr. Pickens is home on furlough and will return to Alaska. Bethel Springs 4-H meeting. Songs: ‘John Brown’s Ford,’ ‘4 Leaf Clover,’ and ‘She’ll Be Coming Around The Mountain.’ Pledge to the flag led by James E. Williams. Riddles by Hazel Cox. ‘America,’ by Faye Robinson, Rebecca Gage, Betty Wilson, Patricia Mainard and Johnnie Millier. ‘Cruising Down The River,’ by Alice N. Hendrix. School news by Betty Carol Powers. Other poems, etc. by Jo Ann Barham, Carolyn Hendrix, Maye Murry, Wanda Hendrix, Rebecca Hopkins, Curry L. Hendrix. Jo Ann Barham, reporter. The Pleasant Grove Home Demonstration Club met in the home of Mrs. Dan Cox with Mrs. Ruby Harris, co-hostess. Devotional by Miss Lois Prather. County 4-H. Fourteen boys and girls attended the Annual Junior Livestock Show and Sales. The two choice steers were exhibited by Charles Raines, Jr. and Edward Hurley of Stantonville. Others that participated were: John Mitchell, Howard Volner, O’Neal Whitten, Billy Frank Volner, and Anita Hurst of Selmer. Earl D. Dancer, Douglas Raines, Harold Raines, Larry Wayne Raines, Roscoe Raines, Jr. and Joyce Raines of Stantonville. Robert Cagle of Finger. The McNairy 4-H club met recently. Dorothy Kyser and Robbie Nell Miller, reporters. Rose Creek Community: There was a large crowd at the singing at Piney Grove last weekend. Mr. Virgil Robertson visited his grandfather, Mr. Andrew Flowers. Stantonville Community: A large number of elementary pupils gathered at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Edgar Smith for an egg hunt. Several members of the Raines family attended the fat calf show at Memphis last Friday. The Stantonville Home Demonstration Club met in the home of Mrs. Charles Wyatt. Mrs. Cora Smith gave the devotional. Project leaders reporting were: Mrs. Lizzie Phillips and Mrs. Emma Raines. The 1950 4-H Spring rally was held at the Ritz Theater. Officers elected: President, Glen Naylor of Finger; Vice P., O’Neal Whitten of Rose Creek; Sec., Betty Jane Smith of Stantonville; Reporters, Charlotte Sharp of Adamsville and Mary Frances Meeks of Selmer. First place stunt prize went to Bethel Springs. Second place to Michie and third to Adamsville. Showing at the Ritz next week: Malaya - My Gal Sal - The Inspector General - Masked Raider - My Foolish Heart. Selmer Community: Students home for the Easter weekend: Miss Mary Emma Steadman, Billy Hugh Kirpatrick, and Miss Grace Smith. Mrs. Alice Ella Kirby underwent an appendectomy. Mrs. Irene Wyatt received a broken arm when she fell at her home. Mrs. V.L. Robinson is sick. George Blasingame was in Selmer enroute to Piney Grove to an all day singing. Cemetery lot owners in Selmer cemetery urged to clean them off before Decoration Day. Last Saturday, Sheriff Hugh Kirkpatrick, R.B. Leonard, I.W. Randolph, W.W. Randolph and Truman Brown located and raided a whiskey still about ten miles south of Selmer. The still was a medium outfit with six barrels of ‘beer.’ On Sunday sheriff Kirkpatrick and officers Wyly Randolph and Wiley Smith located a still about five miles north of Old Purdy. Saturday morning several arrests were made for possession of untaxed whiskey. Flowers this week go to Bryant Columbus Williams who was born October 15, 1869 in the Sulphur Springs community in the second district of McNairy County. He was the son of Bryant and Mary Elizabeth Williams. His first school days were spent at the New Bethel school, studying under a Mr. Dickey. He later attended school at Nethery with Mr. Norman his teacher. The main subjects studied were the old blue back speller and the three ‘R’s’ under Mr. Jobe Maxedon at Sulphur Springs. In those days school children carried with them to school their own slates and crayons, instead of pencils and tablets. Mr. Williams remembers distinctly many of the song and prayer services before classes started in the morning. School buses were unheard-of then, and many children walked quite a distance to take advantage of the limited education that was offered. He, with others walked some three miles, twice a day, to attend school. One of the most remembered occasions was trips to Falcon. There were two long rows of stores down there at that time, and many will remember some of the business men he named in reminiscing: Moss Nelson, Joe Prather, Bill Tedford, Si Jeans, John Newman and Polk Browder. By the time he was sixteen, he was hauling cross ties and delivering them to the tie yard, known now as Selmer. He has spent numerous hours picking berries where the Selmer business houses are now standing. When a young man, 21 years old, he married Mary Ellen Beaver, of Kennett, Missouri, who lived only a few years. They had one son, Bryant J. Williams. In 1901, he married Callie Donia, the oldest daughter of the later John Thomas and Mary Gooch Foster of Ramer, Tenn. This marriage was blessed with six children, four of whom are still living. Mr. Williams has farmed, done carpenter work, built caskets, and railroaded during his life time. Since his wife’s death, he makes his home with his children and at the present time is with his daughter, Mrs. J.D. Powell at Falcon. When the old court house was torn down and the corner stone removed, Uncle Bud claimed the 25¢ piece date 1837, that he tossed in at the celebration when it was laid some 58 or 50 years ago. Vol 47 No 19. Wilbur Wright editor and publisher.

April 21, 1950

Elizabeth Feldman of Acton, Bo Higginbottom of Rose Creek, Joyce Raines of Stantonville and Billy Joe Clayton of Finger represented McNairy County at the third annual 4-H Congress held at Nashville, Tenn. Other Selmer merchants join in closing each Wednesday during the months of May, June, July and August. They are: Guy E. Robinson, H.T. Jordan, Selmer Bank & Trust Co, Sherman’s Store, Steele’s Jewelry, Vogue Shop, Chambers Style Shop, Jaggars Kiddie Shoppe. Officers and Trustees of the Federal Rural Electrification Administration will meet in Jackson next week. The Pickwick Electric Officials are: C.H. Duren, president, Adamsville; Bob Parnell, Counce; James Kent, Enville; A.E. Weaver, Finger; M.R. Lott, Morris Chapel; Lester N. Hamm, Ramer; William M. Roberts, manager; W.F. Humphrey, Elwood Maxwell, Will Tom Abernathy, attorney and Gilcie Carroll of Stantonville. Memphis State College has met with McNairy County teachers who are interested in entering school for the month of May. 25 teachers have signed up to attend four weeks Monday - Friday for six hours credit. Annual Mass Chest X-Ray will be inaugurated May 9 th in search of unknown cases of tuberculosis. Everyone over 15 years of age are invited to participate at no charge. You do not need to remove your clothes. The new technique permits x-rays while fully clothed. Going from May 9 - May 12 the schedule is Brown Shoe F, Brown Shoe V, Adamsville Garment Factory, Adamsville town, Ramer town, Selmer town. Cornelius Sharp, age 68 a resident of the old Wilson-town, near Adamsville, died on Friday, April 14, 1950. He was a member of the Cumberland Presbyterian Church at Gilchrist. Funeral services, conducted by Rev. Albert Plunk, were held in his home on the afternoon of the day of his death, with burial in the Helbert Cemetery. Shackelford Funeral Directors in charge. Survivors include three sisters, Miss Ethel Sharp, Mrs. Blanche Cochran and Mrs. Nichols and two brothers, A.F. and Charles Sharp, all of Adamsville. Little Miss Ivy Mae Dixon, 16 month old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Marshall Dixon, of Pocahontas, died Friday, April 14, 1950. Services were held at Tishomingo, Miss on Saturday, April 15, with burial in the cemetery there. She is survived, besides her parents by one sister, Joyce Dixon. In the Selmer High School auditorium and before an audience of about 500, and 36 contestants, Jo Ann Barr was chosen ‘Queen’ to represent Selmer in the Strawberry Festival in Humboldt. Her maids were: Mary Lou Marcus and Annie Lou Robinson and Coy Grantham, alternate. There were 14 contestants for ‘Junior Queen’ and Charlotte Hurst was chosen Queen with Mary Lynn Jordan and Connie Smith, maids. The Junior King, Richard Wilkerson was chosen from 10 contestants. His alternates were Brooks Gooch and Buddy Carroll. Retiring royalty were: Bobbye Maxwell, Queen; Olivia Littlefield, Junior Queen; Jim T. Hamilton, King. First Methodist in Selmer will honor their graduates next Sunday. They are: Wendell Curtis, Faye Hamm, Anita Johnson, Peggy Clifton, Jimmy Plunk, Helen Phillips, Wayne Martin, Annie Lou Robinson, Robert Earl Sibley, On Tuesday, 350 pupils of McNairy County will stage a rally day for perfect attendance this school year. A parade will begin at 11:00 am. In the afternoon, the students will enjoy a good picture show, which is being given free by Mr. R.B. Gooch, at the Ritz Theatre. Students will receive a Perfect Attendance Certificate. Bethel Springs FFA chapter reports on their activities. In their district they have placed second on exhibits; sixth on crop judging; second on record books; Parliamentary procedure third; public speaking fifth; farm skills third; livestock judging first; Dairy judging fifth. Robert Mullen won individual honors in livestock judging. Officers elected for next year are: James Orr, president - Marion Orr, Vice Pres - Fred Mullen, Treasurer - Melvin Russom, Sec - Ray Robinson, reporter - Henry P. Williams, sentinel. James Orr and Wilford Willson will be delegates to the State Convention in Nashville. Mr D.A. Milam is instructor. Horne Bros. Circus is coming Saturday, April 29 th . Tickets on sale at the following places: Royal Café, Huggins Drug Store, Selmer Drug Co, Selmer Service Station, McCoy’s Store, Selmer Implement Co, A & G Groc. & Market, McNairy Co Independent, Latta Motor Co, Dewitt Hamilton at the Court House, Marvin Hailey at Shackelford’s, Jordans. Sponsored by Selmer Lions Club. Selmer V F W will sponsor a baseball team again this year. Mr. Gerald Kinchen will manage the team this summer and he will be assisted by Mr. J.D. Moore. Try outs next Sunday. Mrs. Tom Ellis will present her pupils in a piano recital at the Selmer Christian Church Friday night. Selmer High School Baccalaureate sermon will be at the First Christian Church Sunday night. Bro. H.S. Kolb, pastor of First Baptist church will be the speaker. Monday night Mrs. Dixie Ammons and Mrs. Arthur Olive will present their piano pupils in recital at the First Methodist Church. Thursday night will be Commencement exercise for Selmer High School at the school auditorium. Etude Music Clubs of Selmer will give a concert at First Methodist Church May 1. Mr. John D. Wyatt will present his pupils of the Stage and Platform Arts Dept. in their annual spring revue at the school auditorium on May 2. Selmer School will have a full time band director next year. This will include high school and junior high. Mr. James Travathan will be employed as a regular teacher and consequently there will be no tuition to pay. Mr Travathan will also teach public school music and assist with the high school glee club. Good Hope Home Demonstration Club met in the home of Mrs. Tad Tacker. Devotional was given by Mrs. Johnnie Gage. The roll call was answered by naming our favorite flower. Mrs. Effie Gage gave a talk on how to make artificial flowers. Next meeting in the home of Mrs. Sherman Clark. Stantonville Community: On last Saturday evening, Miss Priscilla Nunley, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Ray Nunley, and Mr. Raymond Maness of Bethel Springs were united in marriage, in a ceremony in the Court House in Corinth. They are making their home in Bethel Springs. Gravel Hill Community: We were saddened last Friday evening by the news that Mrs Bill Bailey passed away in Memphis. She was the wife of the minister of Gravel Hill Baptist Church. The Post Office Dept. has authorized the issuance of as special 3¢ stamp honoring the railroad engineers. John Luther ‘Casey’ Jones, immortalized in railroad annals for his courage, loyalty and sincerity to duty, has been selected as the subject for this commemorative stamp. Mt. Gilead Home Demonstration Club met in the home of Mrs. Hugh Woods assisted by her mother Mrs. Marshall Mitchell. Devotional was given by Mrs. E.C. Causy. Roll call was answered by a ‘beauty hint.’ The members had a flower bulb and bush exchange. Mrs. Ernest Mitchell won the game prize. Cox Community: Prayer meeting was held in the home of Mrs. Eupha Cox. Mr. and Mrs. Kennie Armour of Woodville are the proud parents of a baby girl born last Sunday. Under New Management - Holland’s Shoe Service. Expert shoe repair. Owner E.A. Holland. Located near Kirk’s Café. Formerly May’s Shoe Shop. For sale: 5 room stucco house with bath and waterworks complete. Wired for electric stove. Has car-shed, poultry yard, and garden. 256 Oak St in Selmer. For sale: tractor disk with rubber tired wagon and electric ironer. Chewalla Community: Mr. and Mrs. Carl Crocker motored to Memphis to visit his mother Mrs. J. M. Crocker in the Baptist Hospital. Mr. Lawrence Wardlow, who is in the U S Navy has been home visiting his mother, Mrs. Oscar Wardlow. Mr. and Mrs. P.D. Eaker, Paul Junior, Mr. and Mrs. Carl Crocker made a trip to Tuscumbia, Ala. to see the infant son of Mr. and Mrs. G.L. Eaker. April 20 is the Fourth Anniversary of Jordan’s. Beauty Hill Pentecostal Church will host the district youth rally Friday night. Selmer Community: Mr. and Mrs. James Robinson and Paula have moved from East Selmer to their new home on their farm near Falcon. Melody Etude Club met at the home of Don and Jimmy Simpson. Brenda Sibley was associate hostess. After business, the group retired to another room where the old fashioned organ, a relic of the Basham family, was the object of curiosity to several youngsters who took turn peddling both feet and playing with their hands at the same time. Junior Etude Music Club met in the home of Mrs. Charles Ammons in special compliment to Betty Hamm, Anita Johnson and Faye Hamm. Other members present: Marjorie and Virginia Steadman, Judith Hamilton, Martha Jane Smith, Betty Robertson, Freida Moore, Betty Greene, Elizabeth Ann Irwin, Nancy Crabtree, Dorothy and Shirley Jaggars, Dudley Dancer and Lola Bess Basinger. Rose Creek 4-H Club met recently. The Easter Story was given by Gay Weaver. ‘Just For Fun’ by Robert Houston King. Jokes by Nevella Moore. Questions and answers by Peggy Joyce McMahan and Jo Ann King. Day Dreams by Mageline Mullins. Pledge led by Mary Lee Whitten. Bo Higginbottom led the games. Shirley Mitchell, reporter. Showing at the Ritz next week: My Foolish Heart - Miss Grant Takes Richmond - Dakota Lil - Son Of A Bad Man - Chain Lightning Reader writes of visit to neighbors farm near Antioch by F.L. Blankenship: The work is going on fine at this place. We have preaching at the Antioch Church of Christ every Lord’s Day - one Sunday at 11:00 o’clock am and the next Sunday at 7:30 pm. Mid-week services each Wednesday evening at 7:00 o’clock. We have been having good attendance at all the services. Come and be with us some times. On Wednesday, the writer and wife visited in the home of Bro. and Sister Arlie Standfield and a fine time we had. We left home at 8:00 am going in Bro. Standfield’s new pick-up truck and got to his home in all due time. On arriving, we went at once to see his sheep. He has around 100 fine thorough- bred sheep, of this number, 45 are lambs, which he will market in about 3 months. Says he will get about $35 each. And he gets some 500 pounds of wool each year. So you see there is something to sheep. And the most beautiful pasture I ever saw. Acres and acres of clover hand-high now. Beautiful pools. Also Bro. Standfield has ten or twelve modern bee hives, and sells lots of honey each year. We then went through the other part of the farm. This farm is owned by Bro L. M. Derryberry - sheep ranch and all. Bro. Standfield is the sheep herder and owns half of the sheep. We then looked over Bro. Derryberry’s fine cattle - some registered and some common. Bro. Derryberry has Bro. John Huggins on the farm. Last year Bro. Huggins made 95 loads of corn, which they sell mostly as certified seed at $3.50 to $4.00 per bushel. So you see those people are doing fine. Bro. Derryberry and Bro. Standfield are Elders at Antioch Church, and Bro. Huggins is a fine man. We, the writer and wife, Bro. Standfield and wife, got in the pick-up and went to Indian Creek cemetery. There we spent some time looking over that beautiful cemetery, where some of McNairy County’s best citizens sleep. The monuments are fine. It sure is a beautiful place. We went from there on over to Tate Graveyard, where the writer’s father, grandfather and grandmother, and many more old settlers of McNairy County, who have long since gone, are buried. We can’t say much for the beauty of this old cemetery - not a stone in this graveyard. It speaks bad for all of us. (NWK note: Apparently someone got busy and put markers because there are about 20 records of burials before 1950. There is not one marker with the name Blankenship in this cemetery, they are still unmarked. It is known today as Olive Hill Cemetery.) Coming back to the home of Bro. Standfield, we ate lunch and a fine one it was, with all the other good things to eat. We enjoyed good old fried chicken and gravy. After lunch, we all went over to Bro. Other Campbell’s, a Colored Brother, who owns a fine farm of which he refused $12,000 for it. Bro. Campbell has built a very nice little church on his farm. They meet and worship as the Lord directs. I say Bro. Campbell done this, for he oversaw it, and done most of the labor. He is to be commended for what he is doing. Leaving there, we came back to Bro. Standfield’s and stayed in their home awhile and rested awhile and then he brought my wife and I back home. I never will forget the visit with two of the best Christian people I think ever lived on this earth. I hope it will be my pleasure to visit with them again. Volume 47 No 20 - Wilbur Wright, publisher and editor.

April 28, 1950

The Selmer PTA has raised $322.30 on the purchase of pupil lockers for the high school. The following have responded with a $6.00 contribution: Mrs. Sam King, Wilbur Wright, Eldon Thomas, Mrs. Theodore Campbell, B.E. Jones, Mrs. A.J. Robertson, Mrs. Kate Hopper, Clara Robinson, Mrs. Jo Johnson, Carl.D. Wilson, George W. Bassham, H.T. Jordan, Edgar Hodges, Mrs. Herman Wallace, Mrs. Buel Kiser, Mrs. George Scott, Mr. Buel Kiser, Dr. T.N. Humphrey, Mr. Alton Scott, Miss Alberta Gillespie, Mr. John V. Houston, Mrs. Jackie Hamilton, Mr. Jerry Smith, Mrs. Jack McCullar, Mrs. Lester Moore. Miss Mary Holcomb, Miss Gaytha Hudson, Mrs. Allen Wooten, Irby Basinger, Mr. John Wyatt, Mrs. Ruby Johnson, Miss Francis Henderson, Mr. Willard Cox, Mrs. Nora Houston, Mr. George Miller, Mr. and Mrs. L.J. Sims, Mr. and Mrs. N.J. Boggan, Mr. and Mrs. Hunter Tull, W.A. Phillips, Mrs. Jim Hamm, Myrlee Wright, E.H. Wyatt, L.H. Doss, Jack Rinehart, Mr. Fred Thomas, Mr. and Mrs. Edward Surratt, Mrs. Artie Dancer, Troy Smith, Mrs. Oscar McCullar, D.T. Hamilton, Bill Smith, Leslie Moore. Others that gave from as high as $3 to a few cents: Shirley Watson, Mola Etheridge, L.E. Scott, Hayse Jackson, R.M. Houston, Mrs. Louis Adams, Mrs. Paul McAlpin. Democrats select candidates August General Election by caucus: N.A. Robison for sheriff; T.L. Morris for road commissioner; A.J. Stanley for register; L.E. Scott for county judge; Hayes Jackson for circuit court clerk; J.T. Burks for county court clerk. No nomination for office of trustee. Nominated as members of the Democratic Primary Board: Lee Jones, T.E. Moore, G.E. Wagoner, Shy Browder, and Burgess Hamm. Deadline for payment of poll tax to vote in the August election is June 3 rd . Women are exempt from payment of poll tax by recent legislative action. Election is August 3, 1950. Rural letter carriers get attention by US Congressman Hon. Tom Murray. Rural carriers and postal employees who have 13 years of service will receive a $100 longevity increase (must be per year). Those with 18 years’ service will receive $200 increase and those with 25 years will receive $300. Red Cross Chairman, R.P. Phillips gives final report of $2,311.76 contributed. McNairy County goal was $2,000. Wilbur Wright, editor of the McNairy County Independent was re-elected as secretary-treasurer of the West Tenn. Press Association. Two Memphians believed to have drowned in Pickwick Lake when a skiff capsized because of rough waters. They are Clinton Jack Holder age 37 and Woodrow Holder age 31. Mr. and Mrs. Clinton Holder and Woodrow stopped at Ramer for a visit with their friends, Mr. and Mrs. Brooks Derryberry and invited Mrs Derryberry to accompany them. Mr. Holder is the nephew of Mrs. Lonzo Cody of McNairy County. Mrs. Holder remains at Pickwick Docks aboard Dr. McRae’s boat ‘Lazy Joe,’ as Dr. McRae’s boat has both telephone and radio. Mr Hubert Reeder, age 67, passed away April 20, 1950. He was the son of the late J.C. and Fannie Hamm Reeder and spent his entire life in this community. He was a quiet, unassuming, Christian gentleman, a member of the Cumberland Presbyterian Church since childhood, and an elder for many years. He is survived by his wife, the former Miss Nettie Burress, a daughter, Mrs. B.L. Gibson, of Washington D C; a son Phillip Reeder, Ramer; an adopted son Henry Reeder, and three grandchildren, Stanley and Ronnie Reeder and Gerald Gibson. He is also survived by three sisters, Mrs. J.R. Dancer, Mrs. G.C. Robertson, and Mrs. B.A. Maxedon, all of Selmer, Tenn’; and two brothers, J.W. Reeder, Corinth; R.S. Reeder of Jackson, besides many other relatives. The funeral was conducted from the Ramer Church, with interment in the Mt. Vernon Cemetery. The large assemblage of relatives and friends, and profusion of flowers were tributes of love and esteem. Shackelford Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements. Selmer Post Office will close on Wednesday afternoon May through August. Miss Jo Ann Barr and Mr. Hugh Buford will be presented in a vocal recital at the First Baptist church May 4. Miss Mary Grace Kiser will be the accompanist. Mt. Zion Community: Mrs. Fannie Dickey is some better after several days’ illness. Mt. Gilead Community: Mr. Willy Mitchell has been on the sick list for the past few weeks. Chewalla Community: Mr. and Mrs. Jewel Stevens returned from Florida to spend the summer here on the Turner plantation. Mr. Jack King of the Hurley community passed away Sunday night. Funeral services were held at Indian Creek Cemetery. Pebble Hill Community: Mr. C.W. Whitaker, who has been seriously ill, is able to be out again. Mrs. Robbins has been very poorly. Mrs. Joe Rhodes is improving after a serious illness. Mr. and Mrs. O.L. Reid and Mr. Casie Farris were among those fishing in the Tennessee River last week. A bus of school children from McNairy School go to Memphis to the zoo along with Mr. Wood, the principal, Mr. Smith and Mrs. Gadberry, teachers and Mrs. C.H. Henry. Mrs. Henry says: “We left at 8:00 o’clock in the morning and drove at a very moderate rate of speed. Mr. Boyd the driver, I give credit for this. So we all enjoyed the scenery along the route, which is very beautiful. We arrived at the zoo at 11:15 and our sightseeing began. We saw animals and many kinds of birds.” Seaman Melvin L. Bishop, brother of Marvin A. Bishop, recently visited Scotland aboard the USS Charles A Ware. Women interested in ‘Getting Out the Vote.’ Requirements to be a voter: You must be a citizen of the United States. You must be 21 year of age. You must be a resident of Tennessee for 12 months prior to the election. You must pay your Poll Tax or be exempt. The Poll Tax can be paid at the County Trustee’s office. The tax must be paid for the year preceding the year your vote is cast. If you vote in 1950, you have to pay your 1949 Poll Tax, which is due by June 3 rd . You are exempt from Poll Tax if you reach the age of 50 before January 10 th of the preceding year. You are exempt by the County Court on grounds of disability, such as blindness. Honorably discharged veterans of World I and II are permanently exempt. All women are exempt. Ramer FFA reports a successful year according to teacher S.T. Hadden. Wayne Henry, Maurice Powell, Randolph Hamm and Douglas Teague will represent Ramer at the State FFA convention. Joe Neal Teague and Charles Forsythe represented Ramer at the FFA banquet held at the Peabody Hotel in Memphis. The Ramer Charter is dated January 5, 1929. Showing at the Ritz next week: Chain Lightning - Unmasked - Pinky - Sheriff of Wichita - Eastside, Westside. For the best Tennessee certified hybrid seed corn, see Joe Kerby, Secretary, McNairy County Supply Association. For Quick Sale see Selmer Service Station Appliance Shop. Used electric refrigerators $50 to $75. Used Oil-burning refrigerator $40. Used ice refrigerator $10 to $25. Used washing machines $15 to $50. Mrs. Eula Gage Ross, age 48 died April 18, 1950 at South Bend, Ind. She was a member of the Pentecostal Church at Beauty Hill. Her remains were brought back to her home community and laid to rest in the Beauty Hill Cemetery. Shackelford Funeral Directors were in charge of local arrangements. She leaves her husband, Jim Ross, two children Mrs. Hazel Eskew and James Ross and three grandchildren all of South Bend, Ind.; her father, Mr. Jack Gage, four brothers, Oscar, Arthur, Aubrey, and Edd Gage all of Bethel Springs; six sisters, Mrs. Ethel Hill of South Haven, Mich, Mrs. Hester Ingle of Memphis, Mrs. Pauline Boyd of Selmer, Mrs. Lexie Wyatt, Mrs. Marguerite Allen and Mrs. Elizabeth Burkeens, all of Bethel Springs. Mrs. Lula Bell Spencer, age 71, resident of Adamsville, died April 19, 1950. Services conducted by Rev. Rosco Plunk were held at the Crump Church with burial in the cemetery there. Shackelford Funeral Directors were in charge of arrangements. She is survived by her husband, L.B. Spencer, one daughter Mrs. Janie Thacker, five sons, John, Charlie, Frank, Tommy and Everett Spencer. Lakeview Baptist Church, located up the railroad from Selmer is planning a big week-end of preaching and singing. James Coleman, deacon of the church will be in charge. Guys Community: Mrs. C.D. Bass, entertained the eighth grade class with a delicious dinner. Seated were Jean Bass and her classmates: Edra Bugg, Juanita Austin, Aubrey Wren, Mack Wilmeth, John Sharp; and Joyce Suggs, Clay Suggs, and teachers, Mr. V.L. McCoy and Miss Myrlene Bolding. Thursday night the community was entertained with the program the school children had prepared for their amusement. Mr. J.Q. Ingraham was able to come home Friday for a visit with his family. Mrs. Willie Rowsey is in Campbell’s Clinic in Memphis for treatment. The teachers and students enjoyed an outing at Shiloh Park Thursday. J.M. Barnett, Roland Davis, Martha Nell Williams, Imogene Suggs and other seniors at Ramer School take their wonderful trip to New Orleans this week. The eighth grade class of Guys went for a day to Ramer School where they will be attending next year. They enjoyed a tour of the school, two ball games and five movies. Mrs. Minerva Burns Lemons arrived on the Tennessean for a visit to the community. Stantonville Community: The Community Club has plans underway to improve rural mail-box beautification and a general clean up for the community. Quite a large crowd attended the dedication of the new school gymnasium. Guest speaker was Supt. Taylor. Principal Ted Smith dedicated the gym to Mr. Taylor and his ball team, which was the first in McNairy County when Mr. Taylor was a teacher in the school at Stantonville over 30 years ago. Five members of this team were present: Sid Burks, Bass Dancer, Eber Pettigrew, Lloyd Carroll, and Charlie Pounds. This original team and the Smith brothers, sons of Mr. and Mrs. Martin Smith played the opening game tonight. Lack of scores made in this game was made up by the laughs. Home Demonstration Club organized at Hardin’s Beauty community in the home of Mrs. Edna Copeland. Officers elected were: President – Mrs. Hattie Meek; Vice P – Mrs. Leatrice Copeland; Secretary – Mrs. Melba McCasland. Crooked Creek Community: Howard Emmons is among the seniors enjoying a trip to New Orleans this week. Mr. Hiliard Gain’s wife is in the hospital in Memphis. Eleven students from McNairy County are enrolled at U T Martin: Sarah Juanita Blanton, Mildred Charlene Perkins, Martha Pearl Swiney all of Adamsville; Cavit Calvin Cheshier, Carlton Smith Hendrix, William Albert McVay, George Preston Wilson of Bethel Springs; Nancy Carol Naylor of Finger; William Hugh Kirkpatrick, Vernon Franklin May of Selmer; James Lonie Pipkin of Stantonville. Ramer Community: Mrs. B.L. Gibson, a registered nurse from Washington, DC, came home in time to attend to her father, H.B. Reeder, in his last illness. Mr. and Mrs. Brooks Derryberry have finished a nice store building and filling station opposite the depot, open ready for business. We received news of the death of Odus Prather at his home in Dwight, Ill. He was raised in McNairy County. Ramer High School basketball teams and cheer leaders were honored with a banquet at Shaw’s restaurant. L.G. Vaughn was toastmaster, assisted by L.D. Barnes. Ramer High School graduates: Billy Ann Plunk, valedictorian, Betty Hamm, salutatorian, J.M. Barnett, Evelyn Teague, Adrian Derryberry, Bobbie Sue Teague, Roland Davis, Mary Jean Taylor, Hoyt Forsythe, Dorothy Sue Vaughn, Carman Gibson, Imagene Suggs, Norman Huggins, Elizabeth Robinson, John Ingram, Charles King, Hester Kirk, Maxine Morphis, Garvin Tate, Dorothy Martin, Dale Wallace, Johnnie Rhea Lewis, Billy Wardlow, Betty Hill, Olene Barnes, Bill Smith, Bonethia Bowen, Virginia Derryberry, Martha Nell Williams. After graduation, the seniors and the sponsors, Mrs. McReynolds, Miss Long and Mr. and Mrs. Eugene Hamm will leave for the Gulf Coast and New Orleans. The party will travel by American Bus Lines. Gravel Hill Community: Mr. Roy Smith of Eastview had a wreck near Pocahontas. Mrs. Smith is reported in serious condition. The Home Demonstration Club met in the home of Mrs. Myrtle Armstrong. Beauty Hill Community: the nice rain Tuesday morning was greatly appreciated by the farmers in this section. Friends of Robert Mullens was glad to see him back at church Sunday after a recent illness. Charles Holland has accepted a job as radio engineer at Union City. Buena Vista Community: Farmers have been busy planting corn. Some few have planted their cotton. John Clinton Stivers has been absent from school with a severe case of measles. Mary Jean Stivers had a surprise birthday supper given by her parents Mr. and Mrs. T.H. Stivers and her grandmother Mrs. Martha Jenkins. Selmer Community: Mrs. Myrtle has been in the hospital in Memphis. The freshman class of Selmer went to Chickasaw State Park, accompanied by sponsors, Mrs. J.R. Steadman and Mr. and Mrs. George Scott. Mr. and Mrs. Hoyt Jarnigan and triplets went to Ramer to visit his mother, who is very ill. A.O. Wooten has been confined to his room with a cold. Oscar McCullar has the flu again. He was not fully recovered from a previous attack of the same illness. The Senior Class of Selmer just returned from a trip to New Orleans. The Mary Circle of the Methodist Church met in the home of Mrs. Lloyd Ramer. Chairman is Mrs. Jewell Maness. Mrs. Ada Surratt gave the devotional. Mrs. Frances Debardelaben discussed the five Marys of the Bible. Bridal Shower given for Mrs. Jimmy Patrick in the home of her grandparents Mr. and Mrs. Layne Rogers, Pittsburg Landing, Tenn. Mrs. Patrick is the former Bobbie Mae Pettigrew, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. E.T. Pettigrew and was a student at Michie High School. Miss Johnnie Carroll presented her with the gifts and Miss Doris Howard made a note of each name and gift. The Selmer Auxiliary installed officers: Mrs. J.E. Crabtree, Pres – Mrs. Cecil Estes, Senior Vice President – Mrs. Earl Latta, Junior VP – Mrs. Albert Gillespie , Secretary – Mrs. O.C. Fesmire, Treasurer, Mrs. C. L. Majors, chaplain – Mrs. Ervin C. Hester, guard – Mrs. Harry Cain, musician – Mrs. Kinchen, patriotic instructor- Mrs. J.R. Hunter, Mrs. J.J. Ramer, trustees. Early Spring Hats ½ Price at the Vogue. Baseball games coming your way. Crystal clear and static free. WTJS-FM. Night games of the St Louis Cardinals, broadcast by Harry Carey and ‘Gabby’ Street. ‘Flowers For the Living’ - Florence Leretta Fullbright Jopling was born February 11, 1870, in Webster, about fifty miles south of Asheville, North Carolina. She was the oldest of three children born to David and Martha Allison Fullbright. When but a baby, one year old, she and her parents and grandparents, and a few other relatives, moved to this section of Tennessee. Moving in the late 1800's was quite different to the methods we have today. Their house-hold goods were packed in wagons, with the extra livestock tied to the back of the wagons. Since traveling was limited to daylight hours, this journey required about six weeks. The family settled on the Pettigrew farm, within a few miles of the Gilchrist community. The Pettigrews came from the same section of North Carolina. Mr. Fullbright was a veteran of the Civil War, and never fully recovered from wounds received in combat. He died when this child was eight years old. Mrs. Jopling remembers a Mr. David Cunningham as her first school teacher at Smith’s Chapel. Miss Janie Pettigrew was also one of her early teachers. She grew up as other children in those days, possibly working more than the average child, to help her widowed mother. In 1893, she married Virgil A. Jopling, a lifelong McNairian. The young couple moved to the groom’s parent’s home and lived there some 30 years. All of their eight children, six of whom are living, were born there. The Joplings then moved to Selmer and have lived here since. They lived with a daughter, Miss Zilpah Jopling, on W Pharr Ave. She sews quite a lot, and is still using the sewing machine that was bought 49 years ago. She said she had quilted about 100 quilts in her lifetime. Mr. and Mrs. Jopling were united with the Bethesda Presbyterian Church U.S. in 1908, and are still members of that congregation, Mr. Jopling being an Elder. Volume 47 No 21 - Wilbur Wright, publisher and editor.

May 5, 1950

Farm Extension news by J.L. McReynolds: Aubra Plunk of Finger has an excellent pasture of white clover and orchard grass. Carl Wilson of the Mt. Gilead community has several acres of pasture and several head of cattle. Neal DeLoach, a newcomer to the county has purchased the W.O. Armstrong farm of the Gravel Hill Community. He told me that 24 cows had dropped 25 calves. One cow had twins. Other pastures looking good were J.G. Jamerson and Clyde Treece of Leapwood and W.J. Everett of Chewalla. I visited so many good pastures that make you wish you were a cow so you could graze awhile. Plans to hold pasture meeting at these farms: Carl Wilson, John F Hendrix, Mullens Petty, and J Win Robertson. X-Ray Unit to be in the county next week at the following places: Brown Shoe V, Brown Shoe F, Garment Factory in Adamsville, Winningham’s Furniture, Selmer Hardware, Hamm’s Store. This is open to anyone who is 15 years of age and no charge to you and is very significant in tuberculosis control. County office in the courthouse will close on Wednesday afternoons. Selmer School graduated 39 seniors on April 27. The baccalaureate was held in the First Christian Church on April 23. The boys wore black caps and gowns and the girls in white. The seniors left Sunday night after baccalaureate for a trip to New Orleans on a chartered Greyhound Bus and returned before graduation which was held in the school auditorium on April 27. Mrs. James Hamilton played the processional march. Richard Lee Brown delivered the salutation. The valedictorian, Billy Wayne Barnes, spoke briefly. Mary Grace Kiser received a medal for achievements in American History and Billy Barnes received a medal for his work in science. Robert Earl Sibley was cited as an honor pupil because of his record of perfect attendance, having not missed a single day for twelve years. He received the keys to a new car from his proud father. Richard Lee Brown was runner-up, as he had only missed two days in twelve years. Selmer Graduating: Billy Barnes, Joan Barr, Olene Baker, Billy Browder, Richard Lee Brown, Herman Brawner, Kenneth Brumley, Charicle Burkeen, Hugh Burford, Peggy Clifton, Wendall Curtis, Rebecca Elam, Howard Emmons, Coy Grantham, Faye Hamm, Verlin Horton, James Horner, Faye Hurley, Jean Irwin, Malene Jones; Anita Johnson, Mary Grace Kiser, Jack Russell Lewis, Wayne Martin, H.J. Maxedon, Joe Mitchell, Nyta Joyce Morrow, Helen Phillips, Magdalene Pipkins, Jimmy Plunk, Annie Lou Robinson, Marion Roten, Robert Earl Sibley, Betty Jo Smith, Bobby Sims, Audrey Sipes, Joy Weaver, June Weatherford, Jimmy Dale Weatherford. Mr. Lazarus C. Russell, age 82, died on Tuesday, May 2, 1950. He resided in the Eureka community. Services, conducted by Bro. Homer Moore, were held at the Church of Christ at Eureka, with burial at the Eureka cemetery. He is survived by five sons, Lester, Walter, Henry, M.C. and Homer Russell; and four daughters, Lessie Harrison, Mrs. Mansel, Mrs. Bennett and Lillie Taylor. Mr. Less Higginbottom, age 47, a resident of the Moore’s School House community died at Battle Creek, Michigan on Sunday, April 30, as a result of injuries sustained earlier in an automobile accident there. He body was brought back to McNairy County for burial. Interment was in the Moore School House community cemetery. Mr. Higginbottom was making his home with his sister, Mrs. Reeder Wood, up until he went to Michigan, some three weeks ago. He is survived by four sisters, Mrs. Lillie Henton, Mrs. Reeder Wood, Mrs. Mort Gadberry and Mrs. F.E. Russell; and four brothers, Jess, Bluford, John and Curt Higginbottom. Rose Creek Community: Everybody had a big time at the social in the home of Rev. and Mrs. J.J. Smith. Pyle Goodrum, who is in the Army is home on furlough. Iola Home Demonstration club met at the home of Mrs. Hubert McIntyre. Only five members were present and some visitors: Mrs. Tom Barnes, Mrs. Willie Naylor, Mrs. Ethell McIntyre, Miss Marie Young. A few songs were sung, the devotional read and games played with Mrs. Ethel McIntyre being the lucky winner. Mrs. Howard Plunk, reporter. Cox’s community: Prayer meeting was held at the home of Rev. and Mrs. W.R. Dillon last week and to meet with Rev. and Mrs. Tobe Cox next week. Mrs. Dortha Cox is very sick at this writing. Cpl. George A. Bishop, of Selmer is serving with Co E 250 Infantry, and stationed in Vienna, Austria. West Shiloh Community: Mr. and Mrs. Ted Smith have moved to Nashville where he will attend Peabody college this summer. Gravel Hill Community: Norman Forythe was carried to Jackson in serious condition. Mr. Hillburn Mullins and Mr. Harold Carmen filled the pulpit here last Sunday for Rev. Bill Bailey. Mr. and Mrs. Tulon Samples and Mr. and Mrs. Lex Armstrong attended the play at Bethel Springs last Friday night. The same two couples along with Mrs. Emmett McCormack attended the play at Finger on Thursday night. Mount Zion Community: Mr. Arnold Brown, and son Terry, are recovering from the measles. The Methodist Fellowship of Stantonville met in the home of Mr. and Mrs. Everett Henson with 39 members present. Mr. John V. Houston has been appointed mail carrier for this route. Mr. and Mrs. James Henson and Mrs. Alma Holmes attended the singing at Lakeview in North Selmer. Guys Community: The engagement of Miss Eva Burns to James David Epps has been announced. She is the granddaughter of Mr. and Mrs. R.L. Burns. Mr. and Mrs. Doyle Petty are the proud parents of a six weeks old son, David Lynn. Mrs. Petty is the former Myrlene Springer. Sam Ingram entered Bethel College at McKenzie. Commodore of Boothill, the glamorous German Shepherd, won all the honors offered at the dog show in Atlanta. Gravel Hill 4-H met recently. The minutes were read by Shirley Jaggars. We sang ‘America.’ We finally had the program as follows: Rachel Forsythe read a poem; Jeanet Dicks read a few jokes and Louise Patrick read a story. Later the boys saw an experiment and the girls studied dress patterns. Louise Patrick, reporter. Mr. Newton Hill, age 76, a resident of Ramer, died on Wednesday, May 3, 1950. He was a member of Mt. Vernon Cumberland Presbyterian Church. Services, were held at the Mt. Vernon church and he was buried in the cemetery there, with Shackelford Funeral directors in charge of arrangements. The deceased is survived by one daughter, Mrs. Elizabeth Tigner and two sons, Charlie and Grady Hill, all of Ramer. Dr. John W. Martin, age 87, died at the home of his son, Edd Martin, at Bemis, Tenn. on Monday, April 24, 1950. Dr. Martin was well known in the Adamsville area, where he practiced medicine for several years. Later he moved to Crump, Tenn., where he owned and operated the Crump Mercantile Store. He was active in civic and business affairs, and a stockholder and former president of the Bank of Adamsville. The editor of the Independent remembers Dr. Martin as ‘Uncle Johnny.’ His first wife, Aunt Becky, passed on several years ago. Dr. Martin later married Mrs. Florence Epps, who preceded him in death some three years. Funeral services were held in the Crump Methodist Church with interment in the Crump cemetery. Showing at the Ritz next week: Eastside, Westside - Lust For Gold - Battleground - Western Renegades - The Yellow Cab Man. Cartoon on Sat. and Sun. Selmer community: Mr. and Mrs. Wayne Kiestler have returned to Newton, Miss. where Wayne is attending college. Mr. and Mrs. Edward Surratt are going on vacation to Quebec, Canada. Mrs. J.D. Goodrum will receive treatments in Memphis this week. Mrs. Jack Rinehart is reported improving. Mrs. Lillie Emmons, who has been on the sick list is improving. The annual Vacation Bible School at Ramer Baptist Church will begin on Friday at 1:00 pm for a week. Faculty: Beginners: Mrs. Marshal Dickey, Mrs. Howard Lumpkins. Primary: Mrs. Buel McMahan, Mrs. Ellie Shelton, Mrs. Freddie Davis. Junior: Mrs. Emmett Taylor, Miss Evelyn Teague. Intermediate: Mrs. L.D. Barnes, Mrs. Wilson Beasley. Principal: Mrs. S.T. Haddon. Secretary in charge of the records: Miss Bobby Sue Teague. Pianist: Miss Myrlene Bolding. Pastor: Marvin E. Hines. Transportation will provided by these routes: Beginning at 12:00 noon, the Selmer gravel road to Mrs. Mae Johnson; the Thompson Springs Road, Highway 57 to Eastview, the gravel road through by Mt. Vernon Presbyterian Church and return to Ramer. Then to Hurley school and return. West on Hwy 57 to canal. The cars will also go up the Sulphur Springs road as far as the top of the big hill north of Ramer?? The Ramer Bible School was to be a ten day school but due to Mrs. Hines returning to Memphis for observation and surgery and little Tommie Taylor to enter McRae Hospital, the time was reduced to a week. Flowers for the living goes to Mr. Virgil Andrew Jopling. He was born in a log house, located three and a half miles south of old Purdy on the Corinth Road, January 15, 1869. He was the youngest of three children born to James Francis and Sylvia Jane Luttrell Jopling. He lived the life of an average farm boy, and grew to be a young man in the house where he was born. At an early age he was helping in the garden and soon in the field. He learned to do carpenter work and followed this trade most of his life. In recalling his early school days, spent at Fink’s School House, he remembers Mr. Tommy Hipps, Frank Needham, and Fran Brooks as his first teachers. School didn’t play as important a part in the lives of children in those days as it does today. The school term lasted about two months compared with our term of nine months. Home training was the way most children received their limited education. In 1893 Mr. Jopling was married to Miss Florence Loretta Fullbright. He took his bride to live in the old home where he was born. He and all of their eight children were born in the same room. We honored Mrs. Jopling in this column last week. After living in the same place for 54 years, he, with his family moved to Selmer, and have lived here some 27 years. He is kept busy doing carpenter work. One significant thing about Mr. Jopling is the fact that he can look in most any direction in Selmer and see a house he has helped to build. His activities are more limited now but he still does minor repair jobs. Mr. Jopling has in his possession a watch that is over 100 years old. It was originally owned by his wife’s great -grandfather, and has been handed down from generation to generation all these years. We noticed that neither Mr. Jopling or his wife wear glasses, and this is not unusual. Of course they have reading glasses, but Mr. Jopling doesn’t need them for reading in daylight hours. Mr. and Mrs. Jopling passed their 57 th wedding anniversary last December. They live a quiet life at home with their daughter, on W. Pharr Ave. Volume 47 No 22, Wilbur Wright, Editor and Publisher

May 12, 1950

Etude Music Club installs new officers: Junior Etude President Marjorie Steadman; First V Pres Dorothy Jaggars; Second Vice P Judith Hamilton; Recording Sec Martha Jane Smith; Corresponding Sec Frieda Moore; Choral Director Dudley Dancer; Program Leaders Betty Robertson and Shirley Jaggars. Melody Etude Club: President Joe Tackett; First Vice P Don Simpson; Second Vice P Nancy Smith; Recording Sec Alice McBride; Corresponding Sec Jean Anderson; Treas. Donna Jean Parker; Associate Treas. Karen Hysmith; Program leaders Billie Grisham and Harold Null. Ira Anderson and H.Y. Carroll represented the Selmer Lions at the Nation Convention in Gatlinburg, Tenn. Court Avenue in Selmer to get blacktop surface. Work started Tuesday on widening Court Ave. from the Railroad to Oak Hill Cemetery on Hwy 45 N. A 72 foot wide surfaced street with curb and gutter from railroad to Fourth St. Latta Motor and Sibley Chevrolet are on the corners of Fourth St. Beginning at Fourth St to Oak Hill Cemetery there will a 44 foot surfaced street. It will stop somewhere about Bob Moore’s Service Station. From this point on until the end of city limits, the street will be 24 feet wide and a 5 foot shoulder on each side. Going east the surface will be 44 feet wide and will taper off at the canal bridge (Cypress Canal). McNairy county teachers going to Memphis State College: Mr. and Mrs. Clydus Cunningham, Mr. and Mrs. Rufus Cunningham, Mr. and Mrs. Parker Ellis, Mr. and Mrs. Dock Howard, Mrs. Jo Johnson, Mrs. Lena Mae Rinehart, Mrs. Rubye Johnson, Miss Myrlee Wright, Miss Clare Robinson, Mrs. Kate Hopper, Mrs. Nell Combs, Mrs. Katie Lee Gault, Mrs. Winnie Mitchell, Mr. L.W. Strausbaugh, Miss Monty Rue Osborn, Miss Edna Williams, Mrs. Mary Wilkins, Miss Tommye McNell. 4-H Club: Robert Hester of Falcon and Jessie Louis Rainey of Rose Creek purchased heifers at the Canadian Heifer Sale in Jackson last week. Oneal Houston and Rayburn Nixon of Rose Creek have purchased brood beef cows. Western Auto is offering a $50 bicycle as first prize for highest acre corn yield and the Farm Bureau is offering $25 as second prize. Selmer Service Station is offering a bicycle for the highest cotton yield. Joe McMurry, reporter. To aid farmers in carrying out conservation practices in cooperation with the West Tennessee Flood Control, $18,492.95 has been allotted for all land draining into Cypress Creek. Roscoe Steel - From the Farm Program. Middleton Bank Robbers caught. Truett was found with $3,727 holed up in the Falcon Church by Sheriff Kirkpatrick and his deputies. Davis had $11,000 buried under a tree close to his home. J.C. Kirk of Pocahontas, was ‘roped into’ the crime because the other two need his car. Kirk was drunk in the abandoned getaway car in a ditch. The other two had left on foot. All three are in Madison County jail. Sheriff Kirkpatrick reported accidentally finding a cache of whiskey. Next week has been designated Clean Up Week by Selmer Mayor Will Tom Abernathy. Backing this effort is the Lions Club, the Junior Chamber of Commerce, and the Rose Club. The city will furnish disposal facilities for all trash around businesses and homes. At the Stantonville Gym dedication in April, the new gym was dedicated to J.C. Taylor and his basketball team. According to Mr. Taylor, the first basketball team in McNairy County was organized in 1914 at Stantonville School when he was principal. The original team was: Culus McKenzie, Bascom Dancer, Lloyd Carroll, Sidney Burks, Ebert Pettigrew, Charlie Pounds, Kenneth Elam and Eldred Houston. Elam and Houston are deceased and McKenzie lives in Texas , but all the other members were present at the dedication. For the exhibition, this quintet played the Smith Brothers, sons of Mr. and Mrs. Martin Smith. The Smith boys lost 10 to 12. Mr. Taylor, in reminiscing, when the McNairy County team was organized, the Savannah and Crump teams had been playing over a year. In 1915, there was to be a field meet at Selmer and School Supt. Grantham requested the Stantonville boys give an exhibition. The home-made goals, made by a Stantonville blacksmith, and the goal posts were transported to Selmer. The weather interfered, the rain poured all day. (Basketball was played outside at that time.) In 1915-1916, Mr. Jack Smith became the principal of Stantonville, he encourage the team and coached them. Mr. Smith is now Commissioner of Education of the State of Tenn in Nashville. The Stantonville gym is one of the best. It was constructed for $2,250, less than half what the State Authorities said it would be. Get an extension telephone in the kitchen, living room, and even in your bedroom. Ramer Community: Mr. and Mrs. Earl Jones have a new granddaughter. We regret to lose Mr. and Mrs. Cecil Dickey and children, who have moved to Adamsville. We welcome Mr. and Mrs. Herman Brawner who moved on to the Dickey farm. Mr. and Mrs. Henry Reeder have moved to Memphis. The Cumberland Presbyterian Church had a ten day Vacation Bible School. The Ramer VBS has just started. Rose Creek Community: Everyone had a big time at the party in the home of Maxine Goodrum Thursday night. Stantonville Community: The regular meeting of the community club has been called off due to everybody busy with crops. Mr. Bass Dancer was taken to Kennedy Hospital. Stantonville Home Demonstration Club met in the school lunch room with Mrs. Iva Raines as hostess. We had 21 members and two visitors. As each member entered she presented the hostess with a handkerchief for the show for Mrs. Mag Carroll, our oldest member, who was present for the first time in several months. Miss Carolyn Clemmons Adamsville, sang for us. Project reports: Mrs. Gladys Pratt, gardens – Mrs. Dora McCormack, family life – Mrs. Emma Raines, poultry – Mrs. Cora Smith, home food supply. Meeting scheduled at Mrs. Maxine Carroll’s house to re-bottom chairs. Mrs. Dancer reporter. Private Roy D. Houston, son of Mr. and Mrs. W.E. Houston of Stantonville, has reported for duty at Chatham Air Force Base in Savannah, Ga. Pvt. Manual Thacker, son of Vivian Thacker, has reported to Lackland Air Force Base, near San Antonio. Old Cool Springs Community: the young people’s program has been changed from Sunday night to Saturday night. Several around here have whooping cough. For sale: one 5 room stucco house with bath and water works complete. Wired for electric stove. Has car shed, poultry yard, and garden located at 256 N Oak St in Selmer. For rent - two room house with lights, good well. $10 a month. 1 miles south of Bethel Springs. See Jim Lowrance. Notice to Creditors: Estate of Less Higginbottom by A.F. Higginbottom, Adm. Gravel Hill community: Many attended the memorial service at Gravel Hill Sunday. Those present from other places: Mr. and Mrs. W.T. Gooch, Mr. and Mrs. Lyle Gooch, Michie – Mr. and Mrs. W.O. Latta – Mr. and Mrs. Edgar Huggins – Mr. and Mrs. Rogers – Mrs. Zelma Lane and daughter, all from Corinth – Mr. and Mrs. Doyle Petty, Chewalla – Mrs. Della Hamm – Mr. and Mrs. Calvin Hamm and children – Mr. and Mrs. Parrish – Mr. John Malone, the speaker, all from Adamsville – Mr. Orville Gardner, Pleasant Site – Mr. and Mrs. Leon Blasingame and Mrs. Blanch Moore from Selmer. Norman Forsythe is home from the hospital and had many visitors: Mr. and Mrs. Roy Huggins and Don, Buford and Edward Forsythe from Corinth, Mr. and Mrs. Lex Armstrong and Miss Cassie Mae Armstrong. Crooked Creek Community: Mr. Finas Jopling recently bought out the J T Burks Grocery in Selmer. Mr. and Mrs. Jack Sanders have moved to the Falcon community. A wiener roast was enjoyed by the young people of this community recently; Miss Doris and Martha Jopling were the sponsors. Several of our children are attending Bible School at Lawton this week. The third Sunday in May will be decoration day at Prospect Church Sunday. Dinner will be spread at noon and singing in the afternoon. Saturday has been scheduled to clean the cemetery. Pebble Hill Community: Farmers are behind because of the rain. Very little planting is done. James Robert Smith who was painfully burned a few days ago, is improving. A large crowd enjoyed the birthday party of Miss Peggy Eaves. Mr. and Mrs. Hays Lee are in Jackson where Mrs. Lee is attending Lambuth College. Next Sunday is Decoration Day, we urge everyone to do their part in getting the cemetery cleaned. American Red Cross European Headquarters reported that Sgt. Raymond C. Hollingsworth of Route 2 Adamsville has been awarded the Standard First Aid Certificate. He is stationed in Frankfurt, Germany. Cpl. Terry Henry is now overseas in Japan and enjoys getting the McNairy County Independent. Old 16th Community - Funeral services were held recently for Jim Morris at Sweet Lips. Mr. Gib Austin and little daughter are in the clinic at Henderson as a result of a car wreck Saturday night. Sunday is Decoration Day at Hopewell. There will be two services and dinner on the ground. Cpl. James W. Foster of Adamsville recently completed an intensive course in first aid at Bad Tolz, Germany, where he is stationed. Showing at the Ritz next week: The Yellow Cab Man - Tarnished - Blue Grass Of Kentucky - South of Rio - Nancy Goes To Rio. Week night shows start at 6:30 pm. Saturday night starts at 6:00 pm with three shows. Matinee on Saturday at 12:30 pm. Sunday Matinee 2:00 pm and 4:00 pm. Cox Community: Prayer meeting was held in the home of Rev. and Mrs. Tobe Cox last Wednesday night. Next week will be in the home of Mr. and Mrs. Port Wilbanks. Dortha Cox is still ill at this writing. Guys Community: Douglas and Doris Ann Sharp, Maurice and Arnold Lee Suggs, attended the rally in Selmer for children with perfect attendance this year. Our teacher, Mr. V.L. McCoy has returned to Sheffield for the summer. We have started singing at the Guys Christian Church on the first and third Sunday nights during the summer. Among those that attended the first one was Mrs. L.G. Sharp, Mr. and Mrs. Roy Sharp, M.r and Mrs. Floyd Mitchell of Corinth, Peggy Joyce Smith of Memphis, Mr. and Mrs. Toy Suggs and Mr. and Mrs. Ennis Suggs and our local people. Imogene Suggs, a recent graduate of Ramer High School, went to Memphis Sunday afternoon to go to work Monday with the telephone company. Cox Community Demonstration Club met and organized in the home of Mrs. W.R. Dillon. Officers were elected: President, Mrs. Clara Dillon, Vice P Mrs. Elter Cox, Sec-Treas Mrs. Liza Donahoe and reporter Dottie J. Cox. Next month we will meet in the home of Mrs. Jessie Kiestler. Selmer community: W.H. (Artle) Littlefield of Annson, Texas, was in town Tuesday shaking hands with old friends. Mr. Littlefield moved from McNairy County to Texas in 1907. Mrs. Maggie Taylor, of Bethel Springs, underwent a major operation at Humphrey-Phillips Clinic on Tuesday. Her report is good. Miss Alberta Gillespie has gone to Trenton to be with her sister Mrs. Estelle Dinwiddle, who is recuperating from an operation. Mrs. A.O. Wooten has been real sick but is reported some better. Mr. and Mrs. Willard Hamm, Mrs. W.F. Humphrey accompanied by Ruth Neal and Mary Joe visited the Memphis School Sunday. May 7 at 10:00, Miss Peggy Mae Clifton, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Grady Clifton, became the bride of Floyd McClearen, son of Mr. and Mrs. D.O. McClearen of Centerville, Tenn. Miss Mary Ann Crabtree and Will Terry Clifton attended the couple. The bride is a recent graduate of Selmer High School. After a wedding trip to the Ozark Mountains they will be at home in Selmer, where the groom is stationed with the Highway Patrol. The West Shiloh Brotherhood was served a supper by the ladies of the WMS. Menu included baked chicken, dressing, giblet gravy, cole slaw, green beans, creamed Irish potatoes, hot rolls and butter, tea, coffee and pie. This meal was prepared to a queen’s taste and served graciously. Mt. Gilead Community: Mr. and Mrs. Lee Henley, accompanied by Mrs. M.A. Whitten attended the birthday celebration of Oliver Henley. Preparations are being made for Decoration Day Sunday, May 14. We Are TV Experts: See in your own living room, big league baseball, Broadway shows, boxing from New York, Wrestling, Football, Top Radio shows. Enjoy the thrill of owning a giant screen Motorola TV set in your own home. We are the only firm in Selmer that can make complete installation of a set. We build and install our town TV towers. City Service Station, Selmer. Phone 114. The cabinet is big, but the screen is 12 inches, a circle with flat top and bottom. Volume 47 No 23, Wilbur Wright Editor and Publisher.

May 19, 1950

Esso Standard Oil Company has made a film called ‘Tennessee Holiday.’ It was designed to stimulate tourists to Tennessee. More than 10,000 were driven to make two miles of film on beautiful Tennessee. The showing of the thirty minute film can be arranged for schools, churches and civil organizations. Returning service men who left employment to enter the armed forces by induction or enlistment, are entitled to their old job according to R.P. Phillips. You can find Mr. Phillips in the basement of the court house. Schedule on improved pastures: Monday Malone Farm in Milledgeville and John Hendrix Farm in Bethel Springs; Tuesday Carl Wilson farm at Mt. Gilead and Neal Deloach Farm at Gravel Hill; Wednesday Mullins Petty Farm at Chewalla; and Win Robinson Farm at Acton. Thursday, C.H. Phillips at Martin Camp, W.L. Hurley, Roy Rays, Roy Jones and Archie Raines at Stantonville The Selmer Methodist Church just completed a two week Bible School for the children. A clinic for pre-school children will be held at the Stantonville School on May 23 for children from Stantonville, Pleasant Site and Gilchrist Schools. A Lion will soon be knocking on your door - he is selling brooms. This is a project by the Selmer Lions to raise money for the blind. Mr. E.A. Howard is the Chairman of the County Cancer drive. Sheriff Kirkpatrick and his deputies watched the location of a new found whiskey still for four days to catch the operators. The still, the largest ‘catch’ ever recorded in the county was about 4 miles north of Ramer. It was a twin affair, with double ‘worms’ in each unit. It was capable of turning out 100 gallons of whiskey a day. Also confiscated were 34 barrels, 32 of which were full ready to be cooked off and 51 gallons of whiskey. Officers were R.B. Leonard, J.R. Leonard, Willie Smith, Worley Randolph, Wiley Randolph, Roscoe Garrison and Truman Brown. During the stakeout, a small still was found and confiscated in the same general vicinity. This one was found in the storm house. Eight barrels of beer were ready to cook off. Both parties have been indicted by the Grand Jury. Showing at the Ritz next week: Nancy Goes To Rio - The Kid From Cleveland - Tarzan’s Magic Fountain - The Dead Don’t Dream - Key To The City. Mr. George W. Preslar, age 70, of Enville, Tenn., died at his home on Thursday, May 11, 1950. The funeral services were held at Sweet Lips church and burial was in the Sweet Lips Cemetery. He is survived by his wife, Mrs. Anna Preslar, four daughters, Miss Ruby Preslar, Mrs. Ethel Ervin, Mrs. Mary Ann Spencer, and Miss Vinia Preslar; and three sons, Frank, Thomas and William Preslar. Mrs. J.I. Sewell, age 86, passed away at her home in Adamsville late Sunday, May 14. She had not been in good health for several months. She was a Methodist. Services were held at Enville with interment in the Enville Cemetery. Shackelford Funeral Directors in charge. The deceased is survived by her husband, J.I. Sewell and one daughter, Mrs. Jennie Mills. Services for infant Thomas, child of Mr. and Mrs. Leonard Thomas, of Bethel Springs, were held on Friday, May 12. Burial in Oak Hill Cemetery. Services for Mr. John C. Conaway were held at Chewalla on May 12, 1950. He died May 7, 1950. He was 43. Burial was in the Oak Grove Cemetery, near Chewalla. Survivors include his wife, Mrs. Eunice Barnes Conaway, father Sam Conaway and son Nathan Conaway. George Washington Mullins, age 66, who resided on route 1, Selmer, died on Wednesday, May 10, 1850. Services were held in the Sulphur Springs Church and interment was in the Sulphur Springs Cemetery. The deceased is survived by his wife, Mrs. Myrtle Mullins, two daughters, Linda Kay Mullins and Mrs. Alpha King; two sons, Albert and Greer Mullins. Shackelford Funeral Directors had charge of arrangements. Gravel Hill Community: Mrs. John Conaway and son are spending a few days with her sister, Mrs. Elmo Dixon. Her husband was laid to rest at Oak Grove Cemetery near Chewalla. Mrs Lina Bowen is on our sick list. Old Cool Springs Community: Next Sunday will be decoration at Rocky Knob. We have Sunday School at 10:00 next Sunday. Decoration at Sweet Lips was last Sunday. Stantonville Community: Mr. and Mrs. Dock Whitaker, Misses Betty Glidewell and Patricia Carroll attended the Blackwood Bros Concert in Tupelo recently. Beauty Hill Community: W.A. Hill who has been on our sick list is reported improved at this writing. Homecoming was at Liberty Church Sunday. Miss Wilma Faye Lipford and Edward Plunk, both of this community, were recently married. Peggy Lipford, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Amos Lipford, happened to the misfortune of being kicked in the face by a mule Monday. Several stitches were necessary. There will be a community singing at Beauty Hill next Sunday afternoon. The fourth Sunday will be the Annual Homecoming with plenty of preaching, Selmer Community: Mrs. Rachel King has been very sick. Those visiting her were: Mr. and Mrs. Alva D. Mitchell and son Ralph, Mr. and Mrs. Kennie Hurst, Mr. and Mrs. J.R. Miller, Mrs. Bob McNatt, Mrs. Woodrow Melton and daughter. Selmer First Baptist Church: Dr. T.R. Barr, Sunday School supt. Mr. Richard McComic, Training Union Dir. Minister Rev. Howard S. Kolb Selmer First Methodist Church: Troy Smith, Church School Supt . Irby Basinger, youth Fellowship Counselor. Rev. Lloyd W. Ramer, Minister. Selmer First Christian Church. George Huggins Bible School Supt. Rev. Frank S. Perry, Minister. Selmer First Presbyterian Church: Oscar McCullar, Sunday School Supt. Rev. Heston Milligan, Minister. Selmer Church of the Nazarene, Rev. Wilson Strasbaugh, Minister Guys Community: Larry Wren has been sick with asthma and his mother carried him to the doctor. Mrs. Everette Williams took Patricia to the doctor in Corinth. Chewalla Community: We are glad to welcome our new pastor, Rev. Bertie Moore who moved here last week. Also, Rev. Sam Burcham is the new pastor at Butler’s Chapel. Mr. John Conaway was drowned near Wilson Dam Sunday May 7. His body was found Thursday night at midnight, and funeral and interment was in Oak Grove cemetery Friday. Mr. and Mrs. Gilbert Mullins, Mr. and Mrs. Hurley Coke, Neal and Janice, attended the funeral of Mr. Mullin’s brother, Mr. George Mullins at Sulpher Springs. A housekeeping shower was given in honor of Mrs. Odell Wren (Johnnie Martin) at the home of Mrs. Vera Derryberry. Rose Creek Community: Everyone had a big time at the party in the home of Mary Lulah Graham Thursday night. Mt. Gilead Community: The Home Demonstration Club met in the home of Mrs. W.A. Henson Monday. Mt. Zion Community: Vernon Brown has been confined to his home for several days suffering from a poison insect bite. Cox Community: Prayer meeting was held in the home of Mr. and Mrs. Porter Wilbanks. We were proud to have Rev. and Mrs. Bright, Mr. and Mrs. Will Moore and Louise and Mildred Moore at the prayer meeting. Liberty Cash Grocery has Colonial Bread 2 loaves for 25¢ Pork Roast 29¢ lb. 10 day sale at Selmer Service Station: Goodyear Tire Sale $9.95 exchange plus tax. Volume 47 No 24. Wilbur Wright Owner and Publisher

May 26, 1950

Over 425 Brown Shoe Company employees, from both factory F and V, gathered at Ritz Wednesday afternoon the see the film ‘The Life Of A Shoe.’ This film shows the complete process of making a shoe from its conception of the artist’s drawing board. The Independent office has been at the same location since 1902, but will soon move to a new location at the Scott Building, next door the post office on West Houston Ave. (I think this location was at the back of the court house, about where G & P Printing is now in 2010.) Circuit Court Session ended Wednesday. Jurors were: Guy Bishop, L.G. Vaughn, Claude Malone, Bob Croskery, Charlie Gage, Jim Floyd, Guy Robinson, Joe Hamilton, Cecil Estes, Jess Carothers, Grover Sibley, Elmer Jackson and Wayne Littlefield. L.G. Vaughn was chosen as foreman. Jury Commission is W.F. Maness, Tedford Jordan and J.O. Mitchell. Helen Plunk of Bethel Springs will graduate from Belhaven College on May 29. She is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. John F. Plunk and a graduate of Bethel Springs High School. At Belhaven she is active in Preston Education club, Student Government Council, President of Current Forum, House President, Treasurer of the Student Body. Wear a Poppy on Saturday, May 27. ‘Twice in one generation American men have had to take up arms in the defense of civilized people. American blood has been spilled all over the world - in the South Pacific, in Burma, in the Aleutians, in France, Holland and in Belgium - and why? Because we forgot to remember! We forgot the rows of white crosses and the red poppies which sprang up to cover the bloodstained earth with their crimson blossoms of remembrance in 1919. We said ‘isn’t it good to be at peace,’ and we forgot the instruments of war. We also forgot the victims of war. On this Poppy Day we shall honor the dead by helping the living, we shall honor those who died as they lived, fearless and serving others above and beyond the call of duty.’ Wear a Poppy. The opening game for Selmer VFW Baseball Team will be played on the field at Selmer High School. Memorial day program will begin at Shiloh National Military Park on Tuesday, May 30. Bethel Springs Church of Christ, J.R. Endsley, Minister. Ramer Community: Luther Capooth has had surgery in Memphis and reported improving. G.A. Blasingame who works in Memphis, was called home by the sudden illness of his wife. Their daughter Mrs. J.W. Burns also came home to attend to her mother. Mr. and Mrs. Phillip Reeder and sons, Stanley and Ronnie, attended the birthday party of Mrs. Gurley. Mr. and Mrs. Eugene Hamm, Betty Hamm, Mrs. M.C. Key, Mrs. P.H. Shea, Burgess Hamm, and Mrs. J.R. Hamm, were along about fifty relatives who assembled at Liddon’s Lake in honor of Mrs. Willie Springer on her birthday. Mrs. Springer is the youngest and only living child of Mr. and Mrs. Jack Hurley of Chewalla. She and her husband have lived in Chewalla until recent years moved to Corinth. She was 80 years old. Relatives and friends of Robert Reeder were shocked and grieved to learn of his death early Monday morning at the community Hospital in Corinth. He had a heart ailment for some time, and suffered an attack Sunday from which he did not rally. Robert was 37 years of age, the eldest son of Mr. and Mrs. J.W. Reeder. He was born and reared in Ramer and was a member of the Cumberland Presbyterian Church. He was an employee of the Southern Railway and lived with his parents in Corinth. Besides his parents he is survived by two brothers, Baker, of Selmer and Ray, of Helena Ark. He was laid to rest in the Mt. Vernon cemetery beneath a mound of beautiful flowers, tributes of love and friendships. Hardin's Beauty Home Demonstration Club met in the home of Mrs. Melba McCasland with 19 members present. Mrs. Hattie Meek, president, was in charge. Mrs. Lice Copeland read the scripture. Mrs. Roy Green gave gardening notes. Mrs. Madeline Meek gave notes on raising poultry. Mrs. Octavie discussed home management. Mrs. Orpha Nell Sharp gave a report on nutrition. The hostess served sandwiches, cake and iced tea. The next meeting will be with Mrs. Roy Green. 4-H camp will be held at Martin, Tenn. Registration fee is $3.00 for every member and provision (food) valued at $5.00 can be taken or paid in cash. Mt. Gilead Home Demonstration Club met in the home of Mrs. W.A. Henson with 15 members and 4 visitors present. Visitors were: Mrs. Harold Mitchell, Miss Lila Henson, Miss Faye Henson and Miss Ann Mitchell. Mrs. W.A. Henson gave the devotional. The club decided to give Mr. Willie Mitchell a pair of pajamas and a shower of canned goods. He has been ill for some time. Games were enjoyed and Mrs. Hugh Woods won the prize. Delicious refreshments were served by the hostess, assisted by her daughters Lila and Faye. Next meeting at the home of Mrs. Ulyss Wilson. PFC. R.B. Pollard, son of Mr. and Mrs. Charlie L. Pollard, has recently returned from leave. He has been assigned as a cook in Fort Lewis, Wash. Stantonville Community: Happy birthday dinner for Jimmy, Earl D. and Paul Dancer. Beauty Hill Community: Miss Euila Johnson and Perry Everett Holland surprised their friends by getting married May 19. All days services and decoration Sunday at Beauty Hill Church. Pebble Hill Community: Charles Mills, who is in the Army is expected home on furlough. Most farmers do not have their cotton planted due to too much rain. A large crowd attended Decoration Day here Sunday. Gravel Hill Cemetery Fund, Mrs. Pearl Latta, Treasurer, list contributors: Mr. C.Y. Hamm, Mrs. Daphen Harris, Mr. R.B. Gooch, Children of C.H. Farris, Mr. W.O. Latta, Mr. Dalton Jones, Mrs. J.D. McClain, Mrs. Audrey Gray, Mrs. Jim Teague, Mrs. Leo Smith, Mrs. Pearle Pratt, Mrs. A.E. Lain, Mrs. Clemmie Griffin, Mr. Edgar Huggins, Mr. W.T. Gooch, Mrs. Elsie Rogers, Mrs. Della Hamm, Mrs. Dora Reed, Mr. W.R. McCormack, Mr. Hubert Manuel, Mr. Tommy Phillips, Mr. Taylor Lipford, Mr. Raymond Prather, Mr. Harlan McCoy, Mr. Dewey Armstrong, Mr. George Hall, Mr. Odell Vinson, Mrs. Granville McCormack, Mrs. Jewel Jobe, Mrs. Alice Farris, Mrs. Nancy Potts, Miss Mollie Bet Burress, Mr. Claude Springer, Mr. Rob Moore, Mr. Erskine Whitemore, Mrs. Lizzie Wardlow, Mr. Lex Armstrong, Mr. Leonard Huggins, Mrs. D. Williams, Mrs. Buel McCormack, Mr. Cecil Prince, Mrs. Erie McMahan, Mr. Willie Huggins, Mrs. Lida McCormack, Mr. Emmett McCormack, Mrs. Joe Harris, Mrs. Jeff Davis, Mrs. Frank Middleton, Mr. Luther Phillips, Mr. Roy Seay, Mr. W.M. Littlejohn, Mr. A.H. Olive, Mr. Stanford Gooch, Mr. J.W. McCoy. Gravel Hill Community: Mrs. Frances Forsythe has been with her son in a Memphis hospital. Sunday School attendance was very good Sunday with 248 were present. Mrs. Ella South celebrated her birthday Monday in the home of her daughter Mrs. R.B. Hewitt, with her children present. Pleasant Grove Home Demonstration Club met with Mrs. Madell Cox with 8 members and 8 visitors. Devotional and prayer led by Lois Prather. Music by Mrs. Evelyn Tacker. Estate notice of J.A. Patrick, deceased. M.E. Lee, Administrator. Cox’s Community: Mr. and Mrs. Oliver Cox are the proud parents of a baby boy born May 16. He has been named Larry Wayne. Guys Community: Dois Jean Williams won first prize with a lovely chambray dress she made in home economics class at Ramer School. Dois’ reward is a week at FHA camp. Seaman Melvin L. Bishop, boilerman, first class, arrived in Norfolk Va. for a four month tour on the USS C.R. Ware. He is the brother of Marvin A. Bishop of McNairy. Chewalla Community: The first Sunday in June is the annual homecoming day at the church here. Mr. and Mrs. Scott Derryberry, both of whom have been on the sick list, are reported improving. Those representing Chewalla Baptist at the worker’s council monthly meeting were: Bro. Moore, Misses Virginia and Inez Derryberry, Clara Mae Gurley, Mr. and Mrs. Mullen Petty, Mrs. Fred Fulton and son Joe. Buena Vista Community: The CYF of the New Salem Cumberland Youth met with 17 young people present. Farmers are late with their crops due to such an abundance of rain. Ramer Baptist Church. Marvin E. Hines, pastor. S.T. Hadden, Sunday School Supt. Emmett Taylor, Training Union Dir. Selmer community: Those present at the celebration of Albert Robinson’s birthday were: Mr. and Mrs. L.V. Robinson, Mr. and Mrs. A.P. Robinson, Guy Robinson and family, Mr. and Mrs. Jack Rinehart and children, Miss Clara Robinson, Mr. and Mrs. Meldon Cowsert and daughter, Rebon Robinson and family, Mr. and Mrs. Claude Hester, Jess Robinson, Miss Sarah Robinson, and Miss Annie Lou Robinson, all of Selmer and Mrs. Amos Maness of Corinth. Mr. and Mrs. W.J. Fletcher have gone to visit relatives in Illinois. Mrs. Fletcher has been an invalid for some time, it is hoped she will enjoy the trip. Mr. and Mrs. Floyd Dudgeon are now making their home in St. Louis. Mrs. Effie Weatherford has gone to Oklahoma to attend the funeral of her sister. Cadet James H. Smith, son of Mr. and Mrs. M.E. Smith will graduate from Castle Heights Military Academy on Monday. He is salutatorian of the senior class. In athletics he earned varsity letters in track and boxing. Eastern Star will honor Masons on Monday night. Karene Barron, Worthy Matron. American Legion will met on Thursday night at McCaskill’s dining Hall. John R. Hunter, Com. Meldon Cowsert, Adjutant. Miss Evelyn Haddon of Ramer, played the part in ‘The Emperor Jones,’ at Blue Mountain College. Flowers this week go to Mr. M.M. Ballard, who was 81 last November. Madison M. Ballard was born three miles east of Purdy on the Old Purdy Coffee Road on Nov 8, 1869. He was the oldest of two children, both boys, born to James and Delilah Inman Ballard. He attended school near what is now Leapwood, in an old log school house, and sat on the split log benches. His first teacher was Mr. Dollar from Adamsville. When this lad was only five years old his father passed away, and young as he was, he had to start helping his mother make a living for the small family left. He lived on the farm practically all his life, making his first crop when he was 11 years old. Realizing the importance of education, this mother managed to send her children to the two- month school term each year. All extra schooling the children of those days received, was paid for by the parents, so many could not afford the extra expense. In 1902, Mr. Ballard was married to Miss Julia K. Younger. They had known each other all of their lives. To this couple was born one child, Mrs. A.J. Hines of Bethel Springs. Mr. and Mrs. Ballard still live in the Clear Creek community where they have lived for some 46 years. Mr. Ballard never failed making a crop every year for 57 straight years. His health failing, caused him to retire from the work he loved so much. However, he still has his chores around the house and his time is pretty well filled looking after the chickens and the cow. In a backward glance, Mr. Ballard recalled the first Auto Buggy he ever saw. He said the driver of the vehicle was a Mr. Allen, who lived in Selmer at the time. The estimated speed of this ‘car’ was about 20 miles an hour. Then came the well-remembered ‘Model T.’ This was quite an improvement over the Auto Buggy in many ways, as others can well remember. And now, as time marches on, the ‘T’ has founds its place beside the other relics of yester-year.

June 2, 1950

The Cotton Council say the boll weevil destroyed an estimated 108,276 bales of cotton in Tennessee last year. Tennessee Employment Security says a child under the age of 16 cannot work in agriculture during school hours. The Mary Circle of First Methodist Church met in the home of Mrs. A.P. Robinson and Mrs. W.D. Robinson as co-hostess. One visitor, Mrs. Logan Whittington was present. Mrs. Wade McBride led the study for the afternoon about the ‘Five Marys.’ Four local students will get their degree at the University of Tennessee: B.S. in Business: James B. Blasingame and Kelcie Hamm of Ramer. B. S. in Agriculture: D.W. Kerby of Bethel Springs. B. S. in Home Economics, Alice F. McReynolds of Selmer. On Sunday, May 29, Miss Martha Huggins, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. R.N. Huggins became the bride of Harold B. High, son of Mr. and Mrs. E.B. High of Memphis at the First Christian Church in Selmer. The Independent is moving from its location of 47 years. Coming at this time, around June 1, we cannot help but remember the first McNairy County Independent printed at the old location by the late Col. J.W. Purviance. Volume 1 Number 1 dated June 27, 1902. The McNairy County Independent was founded in March 1879. (Article does not state who started the newspaper and the years from 1879 - 1902 are not mentioned, except that it was founded in 1879. Probably in Purdy.) Col. Purviance continued to edit and manage the Independent until sometime in 1918 or 1919, when it was bought by W.K. Abernathy. Mr. Abernathy, assisted by his brother, edited and published the Independent for many years. Following the death of O.S. Abernathy, W.K. carried it alone. At his death, April 25, 1940, the Independent was operated by his nephew Will Tom Abernathy for a few months. The paper was then leased to Kenneth Duke for almost one year. B.O. Weeks took over the lease and operated the paper for some four years. The present editor (Wilbur Wright) took over active management of the Independent on July 30, 1945 and then purchased the paper and plant machinery on Nov 16, 1946. Cox Community: Mrs. Euphia Cox is sick at this writing. Mr. and Mrs. Paul Foster’s children have the whooping cough. We were glad to have Jo Richards and Tommie and Jo Doris Matlock at prayer meeting Wednesday night. There will be an all-day singing the first Sunday in June at McCalip’s Chapel. An old fashioned tent-revival meeting will begin that night. James William Martin of Lewisburg, Tenn has been entertaining people for years with his ‘sweet music.’ He missed his regular WLAC radio program in Nashville because he suffered from nervous indigestion and kindred ills. He states, ‘I was run down and thought I would have to give up my work. After a second bottle of Hadacol I felt better and now after five bottles of Hadacol, I feel like a new man.’ Selmer Community: Little Joe Hailey is being treated at the Doctor’s Hospital in Jackson. Showing at the Ritz next week: Bucaneer’s Girl - Young Daniel Boone - Francis - Mark Of The Lash - Please Believe Me. J. Marion McCarter, age 71, died on Sunday, May 28, 1950 at his residence in Corinth, Miss. Funeral services were held at Box’ Chapel Church near Corinth, Miss and burial was in the cemetery there. Nephews of the deceased were pallbearers. Mr. McCarter was a member of the Church of Christ. He is survived by his wife, Mrs. Lennie McCarter; two daughters, Miss Dora Mae McCarter and Mrs. O.A. Travis; Jemmie Surratt and Linda Ann McCarter.??? Mr. Chester Plunk, age 67, a resident of McNairy Community, died on Thursday May 25, 1950. He was a Methodist. Services were at the Sweet Lips Church, with interment in the cemetery there. Shackelford Funeral Directors were in charge of arrangements. The deceased is survived by his wife, Mrs. Chester Plunk; three brothers, J.A., J.M. and A.J. Plunk; and five sisters, Mrs. Mandy Hardin, Mrs. Lofton, Mrs. Daisy Davis, Miss Alvie Plunk and Miss Lucy Plunk. Little Grady Wayne Dodson, 13 day old son of Mr. and Mrs. Bailey Dodson of Route 2, Selmer, died on Thursday, May 25, 1950. Funeral services were held at the Pisgah Church with burial in the cemetery there. Grady Wayne is survived, besides his parents, by six brothers and two sisters. Flowers for the Living go to David Henry Wilson who celebrated his 90 th birthday in March. Mr. David Henry Wilson was born March 1, 1860, in the 17 th civil district of McNairy County, about three miles north of McNairy Station. He was one of eleven children born to Dennie and Livie Clayton Wilson. He spent his childhood in the community where he was born. He attended school at Harris Schoolhouse, Refuge and New Salem. His first school being Harris Schoolhouse. He well remembers John Pickett, who was his first teacher. In 1881, he was married to Victoria Lacefield, and to this union, nine children were born. All of his children are living, except one, Doug Wilson, who passed away a few years ago. Mr. Wilson has spent practically all of his ninety years on the farm and said ‘he had farmed all his life.’ He now lives with his present wife, Mrs. Dora Roten Wilson, seven miles from Selmer, where he has lived for the past 65 years. He enjoys moderately good health, even tho his vision is greatly impaired, and get a great pleasure from listening to the radio. He is a frequent visitor in town and always looks forward to visiting his friends in and around town. When he was 21 years old, Mr. Wilson cast his first vote at McNairy Station. He remembers the first business was started in McNairy and the man who started it was Preacher Franklin. Mr. Franklin bought produce all over the county and bought tar from Bobo Campbell by the barrel, for all the wagons were tar-pole wagons. Dr. Freeland was the main doctor then and Dick Kirby operated a drug store. Arthur and Bill Harris ran a saloon at this time. When Mr. Wilson was a young man nineteen years old, he joined a crowd of neighbors on a trip in covered wagons to Arkansas. There were 11 wagons in the caravan and they spent three weeks on the road going as far as Lawrence County, Arkansas. In the crowd were: Pitts Cheshier and family, Jess Johnson and family, Wright Woodman and family, Frank Jaggars and family. Also along were the following boys: Joe and Phil Kerby and George Rankin. Four of the wagons left from the home community and other joined and other joined along the road. They all made camp and slept in wagons and some in tents. Of the crowd that made the trip, only John Johnson, son of Jess Johnson and Mr. Wilson are now living. John Johnson lives at present in the Salem community.

June 9, 1950

Local girl and husband graduate from Mississippi State. Mr. and Mrs. William W. Webb (known to us as Bill and Tommye) were among 800 students who received their degree May 29, 1950. They were the only married couple to receive their degrees at this time. Mrs. Webb is the former Tommye Jean Lancaster and the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. J.D. Lancaster. Mr. Webb, is a native of Paris, Tenn. Preschool clinic to be held by the Health Dept. at Chewalla School on June 12 for the purpose of giving examinations and immunization for typhoid fever, smallpox and diphtheria to beginning school children from Chewalla, Reed, Kings Mountain, Hurley and Guys schools. Betty Jane Smith of Stantonville was first place winner in the Younger Girl’s 4-H Dress Revue. Second place was Kate Smith of Finger; .third - Jelva Joyce Treece of Leapwood; fourth - Bertie Sue Tidwell of Leapwood; fifth - Mary Sue Godfrey of Selmer. Carolyn Gooch of Michie won in the Older Girls 4-H Dress Revue. Second place was Annie Lou Robinson of Selmer; third - Joyce Mitchell of Selmer; fourth - Sharon Clayton of Finger; and fifth - Rosalind Tidwell of Stantonville. Other who participated where: Dorothy Gober of Adamsville, Shirley Fay Borden of Bethel Springs, Sue Naylor of Finger, Kathleen Smith of Adamsville, Mary Evelyn Tackett of Hornsby, Bernice Nixon of Selmer, Patsy Martin of Bethel Springs, Shirley Holmes of Selmer, Lula Mae Moore of Bethel Springs, Nadine Smith of Adamsville, Betty Sue Vires of Finger, Joyce Raines of Stantonville, Imogene Pratt of Stantonville. Award presented to the winners were donated by the following: Mrs. I.H. Brooks Store, Selmer Service Station, Vogue Shop, Selmer Drug Store, Huggins Drug Store, Selmer Hardware and Chambers Style Shop. On Wednesday night of last week, some 500 farmers and other interested people were at the Selmer High School to get answers on the boll weevil situation and how to get rid of them. Mr. Austin E. Hester and family of the Falcon Community have recently enrolled in the ‘Plant to Prosper’ competition. The Hesters have a 90 acre farm one mile west of Falcon. When purchased in 1945, it had 2.2 acres of cultivated land, no fences, TVA power, school bus or mail route service. Today Mr. and Mrs. Hester and their five children, Billy, Robert, Betty, Gordon and Sue have 80 acres fenced and 40 acres in cultivation. By their own efforts and with the cooperation of neighbors, they now have rural mail delivery, school bus service, TVA power and an improved gravel road. Stantonville Community: Friends of Bass Dancer will be glad to hear he is home from the hospital. Mrs. Robert Willis is convalescing at the home of her parents Mr. and Mrs. Martin Smith. Mr. Horry Raines carried a load of hogs to the Memphis stockyard, with A.L. Cagle doing the hauling. Mr. and Mrs. T.J. Fulwood are proud parents of a baby boy born recently. There were 85 that met for the Kennedy Reunion at Pickwick Sunday. Mt. Gilead Community: Mr. and Mrs. A.J. Mitchell and daughters, Dale, Shirley and Dottie were in Memphis last week for a visit to the zoo. Guys Community: Roy Sharp, Mr. and Mrs. R.C. Green, Mr. and Mrs. John Sharp, Mr. and Mrs. Sam Sharp and children, Mr. and Mrs. J.L. Wren, Mr. and Mrs. Marcus Timms, Mr. and Mrs. Lewis Hamm, Mr. and Mrs. Ennis Suggs, the choir of West Shiloh Baptist Church and the choir of Gravel Hill Baptist church and many others, enjoyed Homecoming at Chewalla Baptist Church last Sunday. Beauty Hill Community: Doc Kinchen has recently moved his saw mill on the E.C. Holland farm. Showing at the Ritz next week: Please Believe Me - You Were Never Lovelier - The Kid From Texas - The Wyoming Bandit - The Outriders. Mount Zion Community: Mr. Everett Brown celebrated his birthday recently with all of his eight children present, except one son, Roscoe Brown, who is in the Air Corps in Japan. Those present: Mr. and Mrs. Arnold Brown, Terry and Carolyn – Mr. and Mrs. Vernon Brown, Jackie and Sandra – Mr. and Mrs. Rex Brown and Gale from Missouri - Dorthena, Iris, Don and Buster Brown. Chewalla Community: Pvt. Arnet Barnes, who is in the Army, arrived home for a 30 day furlough. Ramer Community: The home of Robert Kirk, on Hwy 57, was a complete loss by fire Monday afternoon. Mr. and Mrs. Kirk were working in the field when it happened. Sgt. and Mrs. Tee Derryberry who are in the army base near St. Petersburg Florida have been home on furlough. The old Ramer and Selmer road has been widened and graded and being graveled. Bud Ray of the Hurley community and Mrs. Ray’s mother, Mrs. Stanfield, who lived with them, had the misfortune to lose their house and all contents to a fire. Mr. Ray was coming home from the Kennedy Hospital in Memphis where he had been a patient. Gravel Hill Community: Mr. and Mrs. Roy Huggins and Don visited with Norman Forsythe. Mr. and Mrs. Lexie Armstrong are building a new home in Gravel Hill. Mrs. Roy Samples is home from the hospital. The ordination service of Bro. Harold Carman will be held at Gravel Hill Baptist Church next Sunday. The Cox Community Home Demonstration Club met in the home of Mrs. Jessie Kiestler. This was the second meeting of the new club. The next meeting will be in the home of Mrs. Bill Donahoe. Pebble Hill Community: Mr. C.W. Whitaker is reported not so well. Charles Mills is home on furlough from the Army to visit his parents Mr. and Mrs. Earl Mills. Mr. Gerry Kiddy is in poor health. Plenty of boll weevils are to be found on young cotton plants in this area. Mr. Borden of Needmore community was seriously injured last week when his tractor was hit by a gravel truck. The tractor was totally destroyed. Selmer Community: Mrs. Effie Weatherford has gone to Memphis to be with her daughter Mrs. Foy Huckabee who is real sick. John Sumnler and Walter Bowers Tackett have gone to Ohio work with a gas line construction. Miss Janet Tackett has completed a business course at Bethel College. Miss Mary Emma Steadman has received her degree from Lambuth College. Rev. and Mrs. Heston Milligan have resigned his pastorate at the Presbyterian Church and has moved to East Tennessee. James M Thompson received his commission as second lieutenant in the Officer’s Reserve Corp at U T recently. The Stephen Foster Music club has elected new officers: John D. Wyatt, president – Mrs. Hazel Steadman, Vice P – Mrs. Rachel Adams, Secretary - Miss Pauline Smith, Treasurer. Mrs. Bill Smith, Mrs. Ira Anderson, and Miss Edris Hamilton are new members. Hilmer D. Crabtree of Selmer, has purchased the registered Jersey, Design Aim August, from the herd owned by T.E. Moore of Adamsville. Birthday dinner recently in the home of Mr. and Mrs. Pugh Gray in Stantonville, in honor of their daughter Mrs. Orvan Wilson and their granddaughter little Miss Carolyn Case and nephew, Earl Christopher. Those present besides the host family and the honoree(s), were: Mr. and Mrs. Charlie Case; Mr. and Mrs. Clifton Case; Orvan Wilson; Mr. and Mrs. Glenn Christopher & Billy and Glenda Kay; Mr. and Mrs. T. Erle Hillard and grandson Terry. Pvt. Henry H. Plunk, Jr, age 18, son of Mr. Howard Plunk of finger, has reported to Lackland Air Force Base in Texas. Modern plumbing with running water is a reality in thousand of farm homes today. Any farm home can enjoy the conveniences of a shiny kitchen sink and a modern bathroom by installing running water and a septic tank. You can obtain full information on septic tanks construction from the Agricultural Extension Service. Ask for ‘Farm Sewage Disposal.’ Flowers for the living: Mrs. Georgia Anderson was born in Milledgeville, July 14, 1868, her parents being the late H.P. and Mary Elizabeth Howard Thrasher. When she was very young the family moved to Adamsville. There she went to school, her teacher being the late M.R. Abernathy. Incidentally, many years later, she became a member of the old Purdy College where her former teacher, Mr. Abernathy, was principal. She clearly recalls one incident which occurred during her stay at Adamsville, the late Frank M. Freeman, jeweler, offered to give her a set of gold ear-bobs, if she would comply with a certain condition. In those days the popular ear-screws were unknown and holes had to be pieced in the ears before inserting the earbobs or earrings. The one condition was that she have the holes made ready for the gift. Her desire to possess the trinkets finally proved stronger than her fear, so she ‘underwent the operation’ and was the proud recipient of the gold ear-bobs. She studied music and developed her natural talent for art. ‘Miss Georgia’ as many of her friends call her, has developed and used her talent as an artist throughout the years and her beautiful pictures grace the walls of many homes in Selmer and other places. At the age of eleven years, she became a member of the Christian Church at Adamsville, during a series of services held by the late Rufus P. Meeks, and has ever been a Christian in the true sense of the word. She finished school at Georgia Robertson Christian College, forerunner of what is now Freed- Hardeman College at Henderson. On April 28, 1886, she was married in Purdy to the late George L. Anderson of McNairy. To this union, three daughters, Verda, Ottie and Mary, and one son Thrasher, were born, all of whom are living except Ottie who passed away in her youth. Following the wedding ceremony, the wedding party proceeded to travel by horse and buggy over the rough road from Purdy to Bethel Springs, where the bride and groom boarded the M & O train for McNairy Station. They made their home there for a time, later coming to Selmer where they established a mercantile business, and ran for many years, but was sold when Miss Georgia’s health failed, and it became necessary to change climate. For a time, the family lived in Kerrville, Texas, and she was well again, they returned home. She was for long years a teacher in Bible School at the Selmer Christian Church, of which she is a charter member. She was every ready and willing to help in all church work, civic improvement, and has helped in many ways to improve conditions in this community. She is still active, visits occasionally and enjoys sewing, crocheting and painting. Mr. Charles A. Lipford who died in Memphis on April 21, 1950 and was buried in Calvary Cemetery in Memphis, was a native of McNairy County. He was born in 1865, the third of the eleven sons of John Henry and Mary Jane Lipford of Bethel Springs. All of Charles’ primary schooling was at Liberty community, except for one term of two months when he attended the Old Walker Schoolhouse located between the Jeff Walker and Jeff Hill farms. During that time, his brother, the late R.A.N. Lipford, was the teacher. He and his brothers, Frank and Will, also attended school at Old Purdy, where Mr. M.R. Abernathy was teacher. Mr. Lipford taught his first school term in the summer of 1889 at the Joplin Schoolhouse. He also taught several terms at Liberty and at Moley’s Schoolhouse. Mr. Lipford moved to Memphis in April 1893. Before going into the confectionery business with his brothers he was cashier for the Memphis Street Railway company for many years. He married Miss Teresa Manely in November 1911. She died in 1920. Mr. Lipford never tired of talking about his wife Teresa or of old friends in McNairy County. As long as he was able, he always attended and took part in the singing conventions in McNairy County and Decoration Days at Liberty, Rose Hill and Selmer. Mr. Lipford never met a stranger and will be missed by all who came in contact with him. He leaves one brother, P.A. (Pat) Lipford of Memphis and several nieces and nephews.. Volume 47 No 27. Wilbur Wright, Editor and Publisher.

June 16, 1950

Marion Orr and Fred Mullen of Bethel Springs attended State Forestry Camp at Fall Creek and Falls State Park in Van Buren and Bledsoe counties last week. Boys, ages 13 - 18 can still qualify for the Junior American Legion Baseball Squad. C.H. Phillips has purchased the registered Jersey cow, Design Dixie Wonder, from W.C. Jenkins of Tupelo. James H. Hendrix of Adamsville has purchased the registered Jersey cow, Murzie Jane, from A.H. Smesler in Adamsville. Dairymen buy Jerseys because of the high quality of milk they produce. Selmer Church of Christ to have eight nights of preaching with a different gospel preacher each night. During the month of April 1,360 persons in McNairy county received Public Welfare. 795 were over age 65, 22 were blind and 543 were children. Those age 65 and older received $25.27 a month. Aid to dependent children was $44.56 a month. The Welfare Dept makes periodic check-up visits to all persons receiving aid to make certain they are still eligible! National Guard Unit to go to camp for two weeks at Fort Jackson, S. C. About 80 men and 5 officers will go from McNairy County. In an unexpected raid last Sunday night, Sheriff Hugh Kirkpatrick and Patrolmen Kolwyck and O’Neal seized 17 gallons of untaxed whiskey at Guys. Showing at the Ritz next week: The Outriders - The Blonde Bandit - Ma and Pa Kettle Go To Town - Rim Of The Canyon - Wabash Avenue Ramer Community: Miss Lucy Mae Wallace is attending Peabody College this summer. Pauline Smith graduated from Memphis State last week is visiting her parents Mr. and Mrs. Sherman Smith. Bill Smith is doing nicely in the Baptist Hospital where he had a spinal operation for the removal of a cyst which was causing paralysis in his legs. Singing at Beauty Hill next Sunday - everyone invited! Gravel Hill Community: Attendance was good in Sunday School last Sunday with 224 present. Mrs. Homer Sims was able to attend church after recovering from burns received while preparing to wash. Rev. Jimmy Hardwick preached to a large audience at the Primitive Baptist Church. Mr. and Mrs. Irwin Gardner had a big birthday dinner recently honoring Mr. Jim Gardner and Mrs. Janie Smith. Those present: Mr. and Mrs. Will Smith, Mr. and Mrs. Loyce Colwell, Mr. and Mrs. Jim Gardner and family, Mr. Alva Gardner, Mr. and Mrs. Henry Gardner, Milford Gardner. Mrs. Dona Wardlow, Mr. Newton Gardner. Bro. Phillips and Bro. W.E. Baily. Miss Claira Mae Ada, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. M.F. Ada of Route 2, Selmer, became the bride of William L. Perry of Savannah on Saturday, May 27 at Booneville, Miss. Buena Vista Community: Health is fairly good at this writing. Mr. and Mrs. Dan Cobb are both sick and in serious condition. Mrs. Louisa Campbell, who was unable to walk a few months ago, is great improved at this writing. Friends are invited to Homecoming Day at New Salem Church next Sunday, preaching, eating and singing. This week’s specials at Farmer Supply Store ‘The Poor Man’s Friend’ is a full gallon vinegar 29¢. One 25lb Yellow Star S R Flour only $1.49. Located next door to Selmer Gin. Mount Zion Community: Mrs. Dan Willis is on the sick list again this week. The Pleasant Grove Home Demonstration Club met in the home of Mrs. Armentia DePoyster with 7 members and 6 visitors. The club members presented Mrs. Lee Jones a bed jacket in the name of the club. Guys Community: Raymond Rowsey, who left a good job in Corinth to go to Joplin, Mo. to study for the ministry was home with his wife and child. He preached Sunday morning at the Guys Church. Howard Houston, Lewis Hamm, Etheridge Wilmeth and Jim Henry’s class and many others attended the discussion of boll weevil damage in Selmer. Mrs. R.E. Harben and Mrs. C.G. Rinehart attended the Eastern Star meeting in Selmer Thursday night. Stantonville Community; Mr. Denson Mulder is reported better. J.F. Dancer, Jr., who has a position with the FBI in Washington has been visiting his parents Mr. and Mrs. Jonah Dancer. Little Ernie Goff was badly burned when he fell into a tub of hot water and clothes. Naomi Phillips, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. W.R. Phillips, graduated from Memphis State College. Stantonville Home Demonstration Club met in the school lunch room. Devotional by Mrs. Vada Templeton. Hostess was Mrs. Lizzie Phillips. Cox’s Community: We are having a grand revival at Piney Grove Church of God, near Rose Creek. Little Jerry Lee Foster and little Hugh Wayne Cox have the whooping cough at this writing. Selmer Community: Mrs. Sam Latham, of Florida, came to be with her father Mr. Bud Goodrum, who has been an invalid for some time. A home-coming for the Bigger Family was held near Oxford, Miss., some from Selmer attending: Mr. and Mrs. M.W. Bigger, Mr. and Mrs. I.L. Basinger, Mr. and Mrs. Bert Maxedon, Mr. and Mrs. Jimmy Hodge, Jim Bigger and Mrs. Docia Sain. Blair Scott and James Hagy Smith have gone to Knoxville to enter the University of Tennessee. Mr. and Mrs. Hubert Prather and family of Espinola, N.M. arrived for a visit with his mother, Mrs. E.H. Prather. Hubert is the superintendent of school in that county. Rev. Lloyd Bell will return to The Selmer Methodist Church as pastor for another term. Billy Kirk is home on furlough from the Naval Academy to see his parents Mr. and Mrs. Leroy Kirk. Mrs. Vernon L. Robinson and Mrs. Charles D. Ammons were hostesses for a bridal shower for Miss Alice Faye McReynolds, bride-elect of Mr. Bed David Dunagan. Mr. I.D. Simpkins, age 68, died at his residence on route 5, Corinth, Miss on Thursday, June 1, 1950. Services were held at the Acton Church of Christ on Friday, June 2, with interment in the Liberty Cemetery. The deceased is survived by his wife, Mrs. I.D. Simpkins, one daughter Mrs. Idotha Calvery and one brother E.B. Simpkins of Corinth. (This obit is in error - Simpkins is buried at New Hope Cemetery.) Board of Education elected additional teachers for the 1950-51 school year: Sulphur Springs - Albert D. Hysmith, Naomi Phillips. Purdy - Lanie B. Moore, Mrs. Gober. Selmer - Billy Ledbetter, John Powers. Red Oak Grove - Otis Duncan. Gravel Hill - Helen Plunk. Michie – Mrs. McInnis. New Hope – Mrs. Clois Curtis. Reed – Mrs. Marcus. Good Hope – Mrs. Gazele Holland. Milledgeville – Mrs. Edwin Meek. Guys – Mrs. S.T. Hadden. Ramer – Mr. Baucher. Substitutes – Mrs. Hazen Ammons, Mrs. McBride. Supt. of Schools gives comparison between county owned school buses and private owned school buses. Average number of students transported daily - 3,055. By private vehicle- 2,640. By county owned vehicles - 415. Total cost of pupil transportation for year $73,125.16. For privately owned vehicles $65,320.40. By county owned vehicles $7,904.76. Taking those figures, average cost per child by private owned vehicles $24.70 and by county owned vehicles $19.04. It can be seen from the above figures that it is a little cheaper to transport children by county-owned vehicles. But the difference would probably be taken up in depreciation of the county owned vehicles. Chambers Style Shop has DuBerry Face Powder. Jaggars Kiddie Shoppe model this week is Jimmy McCoy, son of Mr. and Mrs. V.L. McCoy, formerly of Ramer but now living in Sheffield, Ala. The County Court turned down a recent bond issue because of the way the money would be spent. The School Board has revised the schedule for the $350,000 bond for additional class rooms and repairs: Selmer, Michie and Adamsville $60,000 each. Bethel Springs $30,000. Ramer $25,000.Guys $18,000. Rose Creek $17,000. Leapwood $15,000. Finger and McNairy $11,000 each. McNairy County High $10,000. Stantonville $10,000. Purdy $6,000. St Rest $4,500. Chewalla $4,000. Adams Chapel and Milledgeville $3,000. Gravel Hill $2,500. John B. Graham, age 78, usually called ‘Bell’ by his many friends, was claimed by the grim reaper, death, on last Saturday morning, June 10, 1950, after a lingering illness. Mr. Bell Graham will be remembered for his ability to make friends. We’re not familiar with his early political life but in the last few years when he announced for a county office he was as good as elected, because his friends went to the polls and a nice majority resulted. At the time of his death he was the Tax Assessor of McNairy County. Mr Graham was a Methodist, and had been active in civic and fraternal organizations, which included the Lions club and Knights of Pythias. Funeral services were held at the chapel of Shackelford Funeral Home and interment was in beautiful Oak Hill Cemetery. Active pallbearers were: John Robert Hunter, Carman Smith, Jim B. Hamm, L.R. Weatherford, Hugh Kirkpatrick, H.M. Lewis, Bill Smith and Will Tom Abernathy. Honorary pallbearers were: Dr. E.M. Smith, O.D. Wyatt, M.E. Lee, Jim Kirkpatrick, J.E. Maxedon, V.D. Kirk, John Shelton, A.B. Henson, May Derryberry, Matthew Bigger, Burgess Hamm, J.W. Gooch, A.O. Wooten, J.C. Houston, Logan Whittington, John D. More, Joe Alexander, D. McCaskill, Dunk Patterson, A.S. Robinson, B.T. Kiser, John Barnes, Odus Plunk, Rufe Tanner, Walter Forsythe and Marshall Mitchell. Survivors are: wife, Mrs. Eula Hester Graham; three daughters, Mrs. Lester Moore, Mrs. Allen Wooten and Mrs. Floyd Hawkins. Four sons, Louie Graham, J. B. Graham, Charlie Graham and George T. Graham, and eighteen grandchildren. One great grandchild. One brother Dew Graham and one sister Mrs. Maggie Atkins. L.A. Sanders dies at his home at Chickasha, Okla., June 7, 1950. L.A. Sanders, prominent in Grady County affairs for many years died following a stroke of paralysis which he suffered about a week ago. Mr. Sanders was a native of McNairy County, Tenn., Moving to Montague County, Texas at the age of 21. In 1808 he removed to Chickasha, Okla., where he lived until his death. Mr. Sanders served as County Treasurer, County Assessor, and Justice of the Peace, keeping his interest in public affairs, up to the time of his last illness. Mr. Sanders was a member of the Methodist Church, of which he had been a member for many years. He is survived by his wife, Dennie; two sons, Harold Bo of Dallas, and Wayne of Albuquerque, N.M. One daughter, Evelyn of Chickasha. Five grandchildren and one great grandchild. A brother Dr. E.G. Sanders of Stantonville, Tenn., who is making his first airplane trip to attend the final services. The body will lie in state Thursday evening at the Brown Funeral Home. Friends are invited to attend. This first appeared in the June 8, 1950 issue of the Chickasha Star and was sent to the Independent. Flowers for the living this week goes to Reuben East. Reuben East was born Jan 17, 1867, in the Tenth district on Owl Creek, near Stantonville and spent all his childhood in that location. He was the third of six children born to B.G. and Elizabeth Tanner East. Opportunities for an education were very limited when Mr. East was a child, and he received very little book learning, but he does recall attending short school terms at Ray School House. Mr. John Michie was his first teacher and would often hear his lessons with the child sitting on his knee. In 1898 he was married to Miss Ida Kendrick, who lived in the same community, and they had one son. Mrs. East died when quite young and Mr. East was married to Miss Mary D. Irwin some five years later. They were also blessed with one child, Mrs. Mattie Sue Estel, who lives near the Lawton community. Mr. East was ‘born farmer’ and although his health prevents him from making a crop now, he still tends a garden and quite often helps his neighbors with theirs. He plowed for 75 crops, without missing a year, and remembers only one complete crop failure. In 1915, he lost his crop to backwater and didn’t make a thing. When a young man, Mr. East decided to go to Texas and see what opportunities were offered there. He boarded a train and went to Lamar County in Texas. He stayed for two years and then decided to go home by horse-back. On the first of December he started home and traveled all the way home by himself. He rode by day and when night came, he found lodging with those who lived along the way. This was a frequent practice in those days for tourist courts and motels were unheard of. On this trip he saw the country and experienced many things he will never forget. When speaking of this trip he got several chuckles, but the happiest time was when he rode in sight of home. He got there just a day or two before Christmas but in time for Santa to get his change of address. Mr. and Mrs. East still live in the Lawton community where they have lived for years. Volume 47 Number 28. Wilbur Wright, Editor and Publisher.

June 23, 1950

Jaycees to install new officers at a banquet tonight at Logan’s Lake. Outgoing President George Huggins will preside. New officers: President, O.V. Erwin, Jr. - Vice Pres, Wayne Littlefield -Secretary, Tyler Gooch - Treasurer, George Brooks - Directors: George Huggins, Ira Anderson, Bob Latta, Coy Gooch and Meldon Cowsert. A new National Guard Armory will be built if McNairy County can and will raise $10,000 to match state funds amounting to $40,000. McNairy County has been given until July 3 to decide. Capt. Joel J. Ramer has announced that ‘if we miss the boat on this appropriation, the new Armory will be lost.’ An electrification committee has been planned. Invited from McNairy County to be on this committee are J.E. Campbell, Mayor of Bethel Springs; Will Tom Abernathy, Mayor of Selmer; Coleman Smith, Mayor of Adamsville; J.L. McReynolds, County Agent; Miss Sams, Home Agent; J.C. Taylor, School Supt; Elgin Howard, Head of Veteran Teachers; D.A. Milam, Vocational Agriculture Teacher. Final tally show Lions sold 354 brooms for their Aid to the Blind Project. Selmer Lions elect new officers: President, H.T. Jordan; Secretary, Ira Anderson; Treasurer, Ted Martin; First Vice P, Tom Ellis; Second Vice P, R.H. Croskery; Third vice P .Wilbur Wright; Lion Tamer, D.T. Hamilton; Tail Twister, H.Y. Carroll; Directors: Dr. T.R. Barr, Allie Hurst, W.D. Tackett, Louis Adams. Brooks Jones is outgoing President. Large crowds attended the Adamsville Church of Christ meeting a week ago. Farmers living within the Cypress Creek Watershed are being offered additional money to assist them in carrying out permanent soil building practices. Thomas-Farris Pontiac Company of Selmer has been admitted to Pontiac Hall of Fame. One of the older auto dealerships in this area, organized in 1946, the firm is headed by its founders, A.M. Farris and Fred Thomas. The dealership was presented with a reproduction of the famous painting of Pontiac, Chief of the Ottowas, the great tribal leader who whom the car was named. Other members of the firm are W.F. ‘Toots’ Browder, parts manager; Enloe Browning, shop foreman; Everett Brown, general mechanic and others not mentioned. Chewalla Community: The children of Mr. and Mrs. Edd Cardwell were home Sunday for Father’s Day. They were: Mr. and Mrs. Devroe Morrow and Mary Sue; Mr. and Mrs. Raymond Teague and Ronnie; Mr. and Mrs. Floyd Price and Shirley, Raymond, Jeffery and Junior; Mr. and Mrs. Cecil Teague and Benny; Mr. and Mrs. J.V. Cardwell and Terry and Connie; Mr. and Mrs. Gene Cardwell and Gwendolyn, Sammie, Royce and Jerry. Pebble Hill Community: Mrs. O.L. Reid is improving. Mr. and Mrs. Glen Gray and Miss Minnie Heath were among those attending preaching services at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Lee Huggins, Friday night. Old 16 th Community: The worker’s council meeting of the McNairy County Association met with the Hopewell Baptist church Tuesday night. This neighborhood regretted very much to learn of the death of Mrs. Hattie Davis of Finger, which occurred last Friday, June 16, 1950. Mr. and Mrs. Frank Russell attended church at Iola Sunday night. Birthday Dinner: Sunday, June 4, at the home of Mr. and Mrs. James Henry Moore, who live in the Center Ridge community, a dinner was given in honor of Mr. Moore’s 32nd birthday. Thanks was offered by Mrs. J.H. Moore. Present were Paul, Carolyn, Jerry and Wayne Moore of Bethel Springs; Mr. and Mrs. Wess Moore and Betty Sue and Mrs. Romas Hall of Selmer. Showing at the Ritz next week: Wabash Avenue - The Blue Lagoon - Jolson Sings Again - Over The Border - Curtain Call At Cactus Creek. Ramer Community: The nine year old son of Mrs. Dorothy Kennedy is in a Memphis Hospital in critical condition after surgery. Rose Creek Community: Mr. Guy Graham was taken to a Corinth hospital last Sunday. The Jaggars Kiddie Shoppe poster girl is Janette Barham, daughter Mr. and Mrs. Clarence Barham of Finger. Capt. William H. Woods writes about our National Guard. Apparently people had questioned why have a National Guard. He says ‘Actually the Guard is the oldest military organization in America. The Guard won American Independence. The future of our country depends upon the National Guard, just as the past has been built around the National Guard.’ Gravel Hill Community: The oldest father at church on Father’s Day was Mr. J.B. Huggins who was 82. A large number attended the shower for Mrs. Billie Armstrong on the beautiful lawn of Mrs. Hubert Smith. Mr. J. Frank Smith is expected this week from Buda, Texas to visit his sister, Mrs. Ella South, whom he has not seen for 40 years. Mr. Smith is 80 years old. Those on the sick list: Rev. Bill Bailey, Mrs. Tolbert McCoy, Mr. and Mrs. Lex Armstrong, Miss Dorothy Whirley, Mrs. Roy Sharp and Mrs. Billie Armstrong. Selmer Community: Mrs. Sac Alexander has been seriously ill with pneumonia. Billy Hugh Kirkpatrick has returned back to school at U T Martin. Mrs. Mary Johnson and Mrs. Martha Ellis, twin daughters of Mr. and Mrs. A.W. Murray, were honored with a dinner in celebration of their 34 th birthday. Mary and Martha have not missed a year being together in their parents’ home on their birthday. Others present were: Mr. and Mrs. B.B. Johnson, Mrs. Grace Johnson and Dorothy, Mr. and Mr. G.L. Murray and family, Mr. and Mrs. W.C. Murray and family, Mr. and Mrs. J.B. Brush, Mr. and Mrs. I.O. Pickle and family, Mr. and Mrs. E.M. Johnson, Mr. and Mrs. L.B. Johnson and family, Mr. Charles Brush, Mr. and Mrs. A.C. Brush and family, Mr. and Mrs. A.E. Hurst and daughters, Mr. and Mrs. T.J. Hurst, Misses Mary and Martha Russom, Mrs. R.A. Browder, Mr. and Mrs. G L Utley, Mrs. Ethel Browder and children and grandchildren, Mr. and Mrs. D.S. Plunk, Mrs. W.L. Sanders and children, Mr. and Mrs. L.W. Strasbaugh and family, Mr. and Mrs. W.C. Hurst and family, Mr. and Mrs. J.R. Miller and family, Mrs. Mai Dell Ward and son. On June 11, the children and grandchildren of Mr. and Mrs. Nathan Moore gathered at Chickasaw park for a family reunion. Two of the five living children were present: Mrs. Media Maness of Bethel Springs and Mr. Wess Moore of Selmer along with their families. Local families present: Mr. and Mrs. Edgar Campbell, Mr. and Mrs. Henry Maness, Mr. and Mrs. Howard Maness, Mr. and Mrs. Ervin Isbell and family, Mr. and Mrs. Dick Tull and family, Mr. and Mrs. Hugh Wilson and son, Mr. and Mrs. Shady Maness and children, Mrs. Brodie Henry, Misses Gladys and Pearl Isbell, Mr. and Mrs. Dee Moore and family, Mr. and Mrs. S.C. Higginbottom and son. Mr. and Mrs. Nathan Moore and children, Mr. and Mrs. H.C. Isbell, Mr. and Mrs. Wess Moore and Betty Sue, Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Moore and Gene, Mr. and Mrs. Romas Hall, Mr. and Mrs. Curtis Moore, Mr. and Mrs. French Higginbottom, Mr. and Mrs. Ward Mitchell and children, Mr. and Mrs. John Higginbottom and daughter, Mr. and Mrs. Mansel Isbell and family. ` Former McNairian honored in Texas, by the Tulia Herald. Mrs. Elizabeth Stegall, who is as spry as a drop of water on a hot griddle, celebrated her ninetieth birthday April 30, 1950. ‘I would like to live past 100,’ she says, ‘Grandma Plunk got closer than any of us have yet. She lived to be 97.’ She doesn’t think 90 is old because every member of her family lived to be that old or older. She has two brothers, who are ‘fairly old’ as she puts it. One is 79, the other is 86. ‘My mother reached 87. I guess she would have beat 90 if she hadn’t had to go through the war (Civil)’ she said. Elizabeth moved to Texas in the late 1880's and moved to Tulia in 1907. She has lived in the same house Tulia all those years. The elderly Mrs. Stegall has been married three times. ‘I outlived them all,’ she said. She married Jim Barnes about 1881 in McNairy County, Tenn. Two children were born to Mr. and Mrs. Barnes. The oldest, Blain, 67, is living in Tulia. By 1907 she was married to Enoch Patterson (which she may have married in McNairy County in 1886). They had five children. “Hobert is the only one living, I went to Tennessee to see him several months ago.’ Mrs. Stegall is proud of her age. ‘Why I can remember stories my grandparents used to tell me. One of them on the Plunk side was born in 1797 and the other in 1800.’ Despite here fine memory, she can’t remember exactly when she married Mr. Stegall. She remembered coming back to McNairy County to marry him, but just can’t remember the year. McNairy county relatives say she married Stegall in 1922. She has so many grandchildren she would have to stop and count them. She has two fifth- generation grandchildren. **** Mrs. Mary Etta Rhodes, wife of Joe Rhodes, who resided at Michie passed away on Monday, June 19, 1950. She was 72. Services were held at the Shiloh Methodist church and her body was laid to rest in the Shiloh cemetery. Besides her husband, she is survived by five daughters, Miss Blanche Rhodes, Miss Lear Rhodes, Mrs. Earl Mills, Mrs. James Thacker and Mrs. Robert Lowe. One son Dan Rhodes. One sister Mrs. Doc Carnegey. One brother Jim Junior. 22 grandchildren and 8 great grandchildren. Mrs. Tennie Henderson Fortune, wife of Mr. Doug Fortune, of the Ramer community, died on June 19, 1950. She was 68 years old. Funeral services were held at the Antioch Church of Christ and burial was in the McAlpin Cemetery. She is survived by two daughters, Mrs. Gladys Boatman and Mrs. Gladie Clifton. One son Herman Fortune. Nine grandchildren and one sister Mrs. S.A. Russell. Mr. William R. Wright, age 66 years, passed away on Monday, June 19, 1950. He was a resident of Finger and a member of the Methodist church. Services were held at New Church, with burial in the cemetery there. The deceased is survived by four daughters, Mrs. Kent Smith, Mrs. Carl Nash, Mrs. Howard Plunk, and Mrs. Ward Moore and one son, Manley Wright. Zora Lee Maness was born October 23, 1880, near Enville and died June 13, 1950 at Memorial Hospital in Jackson. Funeral services were held at the Enville Methodist and burial was in the Enville Cemetery. Pall bearers were: Travis Canaday, Lee Canaday, Wherry Tenry, Elbert Williams, Vaude Sewell and Earl Johnson. Mrs. Maness spent her entire life in the neighborhood in which she was born. She was married to Fielding Maness, March 22, 1902. To this union was born three children, Verda, Thelma and Ural, all of Enville. She has four grandchildren: Bobby Ray Maness, Mrs. Virginia Colbert Maness, Gail and Ralph Colbert. Flowers For The Living goes to Mr. Joseph Walker McCoy. He was born on January 8, 1869, the youngest son of the late J.S. McCoy and wife, Margaret Huggins McCoy - McNairy County Pioneers who came to this county when they were small children, over a hundred years ago. Mr. McCoy had two brothers and two sisters, now deceased. He spent his boyhood days within sight of the Gravel Hill community - his birthplace. Mr. McCoy with the help of his parents gained a first-grade teacher’s certificate, good for five years, which was renewed for another five years. Mr. McCoy thus taught school about ten ‘summers and winters’ at the following schools: Carter School House, Shady Grove and Gravel Hill. Mr. McCoy was married in 1895 to Zula Gooch, daughter of the late W.A. and Nancy Gooch. Mrs. McCoy passed away in 1935. To this union was born eight children - seven of whom are still living. Mr. McCoy has lived in the Gravel Hill area most of his life, having spent some time in the operation of cotton gins and saw mills in various sections. And as Mr. McCoy put it, ‘I farmed between times.’ Mr. McCoy was Justice of the Peace from 1924 to 1936. He was elected on the platform of ‘If elected I will work for better churches, better schools, and better roads to get to them.’ He was a member of the court in April 1925 when the county voted on a bond issue to aid in building highways 45 and 64 in this county. It was in the amount of $200,000.00 and Mr. McCoy was the first Magistrate to vote for the bond issue. In connection with the bond issue, Mr. McCoy stated that it carried by a vote of 21 to 14. He furnished the roll call vote which we are reproducing as follows: Those voting ‘Against’ the bond issue were: W.R. Taylor, D.F. Steadman, D.W. Locke, C.R. Maxwell, D.M. Archer, G.A. Prather, H.C. Carman, W.C. Swinea, R.M. Houston, W.P. Surratt, H.F. English, R.M. Merrell, R.L. Wilmeth and W.W. Hester. Those voting ‘For’ the bond were: J.W. McCoy, J.B. Huggins, H.S. Browder, J.H. Alexander, J. W. King, R. Carter Smith, B.M. Harris, M.C. Patterson, C.L. Barham, J.R. Burks, W.W. Jopling, E.A. Kendrick, R.E. Wade, Hall Hockaday, W.T. Carothers, H.M. Meek, W.F. Maness, E.L. Bishop, C.A. Walker, J.F Wilson, and R.F. L – (name unreadable.) Then it was found that the $200,000 would not be enough, another resolution, calling for a bond issue of $120,000 was passed in the Court in October in 1926. This time the vote was 24 ‘For’ and 13 ‘Against.’ Mr. McCoy has requested several copies of the paper with his picture. In his own words ‘several of the neighbors have been complaining about rabbits in their garden, and I want to let them use my picture to scare them out.’ We gathered in talking with Mr. McCoy, that he has always been a jolly individual, looking on the brighter side of life. Volume 47 Number 29. Wilbur Wright, Editor and Publisher

June 30, 1950

The first cotton bloom of this season to be reported to the Independent was brought in by Mr. J.F. Smith who lives at route 2, Adamsville. He took the bloom from a ten acre patch which was planted April 12. The second bloom was raised in a three acre patch planted On April 15, by Mr. Jim Hunter. The third bloom was brought in by Elbert Knight, who is a tenant on the land of Lester Hamm of Ramer. Mr. Knight reports that he has not sprayed for the boll weevil because it is too close to his house and afraid it would kill his chickens! Some notes on how to spray for the boll weevil by the county agent: On tractor mounted equipment don’t drive the tractor over 4-5 miles per hour. Don’t use more than 40 pounds of pressure. Don’t use nozzles that have a fan shaped pattern and don’t spray over an 80 degree angle. During use of poison, respirators should be worn and clothes should be changed and hot baths taken daily. Governor Gordon Browning opens his campaign for re-election. Tennessee’s own Liberty Bell, an exact replica or the original Liberty Bell, which hangs in Independence Hall, Philadelphia, was exhibited on Tuesday of this week to the people of McNairy County. This bell will be placed on the State Capitol Grounds and will bear the following inscription: ‘Dedicated to you, a free citizen in a free world.’ All teacher are requested to meet in the Library of Selmer School on Saturday. The purpose of the meeting is to make plans for the next school year and to sign contracts. Teachers must present evidence of chest x-ray and medical examination before contracts are signed. Pre-school clinic will be held at Ramer school on July 7 for beginner pupils from Ramer, New Hope and Gravel Hill schools. Stantonville Community: Mr. and Mrs. Ira Pettigrew had all their children home last Sunday. All the grandchildren were present except for five. Present were: Mr. and Mrs. Egbert Parker, Mr. and Mrs. Oscar Pettigrew and children, Mr. and Mrs. E.T. Pettigrew and children, Mrs. Lillie Pettigrew, Lowell, Russell and Jimmy, Mr. and Mrs. R.B. Pettigrew and Carolyn. Mr. and Mrs. Robert Jaggars, Farris and Mary Anna went to a birthday dinner honoring Mr. Forsythe, Mrs. Jaggar’s father, on his birthday. He lives in Kendrick, Miss. Four generations were present, including his daughter Mrs. Everett Farris of Michie. Quite a large crowd gathered at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Jonah Dancer honoring Mr. J.C. Flatt on his birthday. This is an annual affair and all the family were present except Mrs. Conan Crabtree of Nashville. Present: Mr. and Mrs. Noah Childers, Mr. and Mrs. Layne Rodgers, Mr. and Mrs. Bobby Counce, Mr. and Mr. Bass Dancer, Miss Marie Ward and Jimmy Mills. Also some family members from Jackson, Tenn. Guys Community: Mr. and Mrs. Lewis Hamm and Mr. J.H. Hamm had a luncheon Sunday when Bro. and Mrs. Frank Perry of Selmer filled their regular appointment in Guys. W.E. Sharp and a dozen or more young people attended the singing at Loraine Sunday afternoon. The R.E. Harben family was swimming at Liddon’s Lake Pool recently. Mount Zion Community: Rev. Roy Hill preached at the Union Grove Methodist Church Sunday morning. A large crowd enjoyed his first message. Several attended the funeral of Mrs. Mattie Coats at the Mt. Zion Cemetery. Hardin’s Beauty Home Demonstration Club met in the home of Mrs. Roy Green. Mrs. Hattie Meek, president, called the meeting to order. Mrs. Thelma Copeland gave the devotional. Garden notes by Mrs. Elize Green. Food and nutrition by Mrs. Leatrice Copeland. Home management by Mrs. Octaine Copeland. After the meeting they painted vases. Buena Vista Community: A large crowd attended homecoming at New Salem and enjoyed the fine singing. Mr. and Mrs. Lonnie Cheshier are receiving congratulations upon the arrival of a fine son. He has been named Jack Smith. Friends of Mr. and Mrs. Frank Duncan sympathize with them during the loss of their only daughter. The U S Civil Service has announced an insufficient number applications has been received for the position of substitute clerk in the third class Post Office at Finger, Tenn. The basic pay rate for this position is $1.065 per hour. The basic rate is increased by five cents until a maximum rate of $1.315 an hour is reached. Applicant must be between the ages of 18 and 50. Crooked Creek Community: We are sorry to hear that Junior Brown is on the sick list. Mr. Tom Evans who has been gone from this community for several years, was shaking hands with friends and relatives here Saturday. Cox’s Community: Mrs. Clara Dillon has a sprained ankle at this writing. Showing at the Ritz next week: Curtain Call At Cactus Creek - Gold Gloves Story - The Sundowners - Keep ‘Em Flying - Frontier Revenge - When Willie Comes Marching Home. Don Hawkins, son of Mr. and Mrs. J.T. Hawkins models a Tom Sawyer shirt for Jaggars Kiddie Shoppe. Snow White Beauty Shoppe is air conditioned for your comfort. Experienced operators, Adrine Jaggars and Loraine Robinson. Phone 172. Selmer Community: Mrs. Terry Abernathy and Mary Bess spent a day recently with Mrs. Bruce Mitchell at Shadowland Farm, near Ramer. Cadet William Gerald Plunk is in Rantoul, Illinois to study aircraft maintenance engineering. Cadet Plunk is a veteran of World War II and spent 27 months overseas with the Navy. He is the son of Mr. and Mrs. John Frank Plunk of Bethel Springs. Mr. and Mrs. C.W. Wardlow and daughter, Mr. and Mrs. George Weatherford and children, Mr. and Mrs. Elgin Howard and son, have returned from Cottage Hill, Ill. where they attended the wedding of Miss Dean Hunt, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. C.F. Hunt. The Wardlows, Weatherfords and Howards spent a joyous week-end visiting their parents, aunts, uncles, and siblings. Buy one pair of shoes at Jordan’s and get another pair for only $1.00. Mrs. Musette Ingram Lott, passed away at her home in Bethel Springs on June 14, 1950. She was the daughter of the late Samuel J. and Cynthia Adaline Ingram. Funeral services were held at the New Salem Cumberland Presbyterian Church and burial was in the cemetery there, with Casey Funeral Home of Henderson in charge. Pallbearers were Milbourn Walker, John Cheshier, Donald Wood, Ernest Harris, Kinney Kerby, Wayne Bolton, Curry Hendrix and Johnny Walker. Mrs. Lott was born and reared in McNairy County. She believed in the Primitive Baptist Church, but never united with any church. She was married to C.E. Lott on Feb 21, 1906. In the going away of this good woman, she leaves her husband, two sons, Fred Ingram and Ward Franklin Lott. Three grandchildren, Joy Nell, Fred Ingram, Jr .and Johnny Ward Lott, all of Memphis. Two brothers, John Ingram of Leapwood and Earl Ingram of Tulia Texas; two sisters Mrs. Sula Locke and Mrs. Bettie Smith of Selmer. Mrs. Hazel Marine Matlock, age 14, wife of Wilson Matlock, of Bethel Springs, was drowned in Hatchie River on last Sunday, June 25, 1950, while wading in the river with her husband near Ripley, Tenn. Mr. Matlock was rescued by a fisherman, whose name was not disclosed. Funeral services were held at Liberty Church with burial in the Liberty Cemetery. She was a member of the Church of God. Besides her husband, she is survived by her parents, Mr. and Mrs. J.F. Duncan; two brothers, James L. and Charlie Duncan and one sister, Minnie M. Duncan. Mrs. Mattie L. Coats, age 29, wife of Kenzie Coats, died on Friday, June 23, 1950 at her residence near Sikeston, Missouri. Her body was brought to this county for funeral services and burial, which were held at Mt. Zion. Besides her husband, she is survived by her parents Mr. and Mrs. Robb Cooksey of near Selmer and two daughters, Virginia Lee and Dorris Coats. Volume 47 Number 30. Wilbur Wright, Editor and Publisher.

July 7, 1950

McNairy County Court convened in regular session on July 3rd with 26 Magistrates present as follows: C.S. Treece, W.E. Floyd, Arlie Higginbottom, R.M. Gean, Ed English, D.R. Finger, M.B. Melton, J.P. Whitley, J.R. King, H.K. Maness, L.E. Scott, J.L. Hendrix, Earl Jones, J.T. Stanfield, Haven Garner, Lit Wilson, W.G. Minton, W.R. Steadman, Roy Huggins, Dock Howard, J.O. Mitchell, J.L. Tacker, Otis Plunk, Wilbur Robinson, E.G. Harris and R.E. Wade. Absent: L.I. Cagle. Esquire M.E. Etheridge has resigned and therefore not at the meeting. The tax rate was set at $3.35 per $100, the same as last year. Mrs. J. Bell Graham was unanimously elected to fill out the term of Tax Assessor left vacant by her husband, the late Bell Graham. She will serve until Sept 1, 1950, when the newly elected Tax Assessor will be sworn in. The school bond of $350,000 for building additions and repairs to the schools was passed. Motion to pass by Esq. R.M. Gean, seconded by Esq D.R. Finger. On roll call vote the bond passed 18 to 8. Selmer, Adamsville and Michie will each get $60,000 for building construction and the balance will be prorated out to schools according to their greatest needs. A resolution calling for $10,000 to be matched by the state by $40,000 for a National Guard Armory was read. This matter has been defeated in previous meetings of the County Court. When the matter first came up, Selmer Mayor made the statement that the Town of Selmer would probably provide $4,000 of his cost. Selmer backed out of the previous pledge when they had the opportunity to get all the streets of Selmer paved with blacktop pavement if the town could provide $10,000, which the Town decided to do. A roll call vote was taken for the Armory with 24 Magistrates yes and two voted no. The budget was passed at $11,000 for constitutional office and $35,940 for unconstitutional offices. On the appropriation of $1,000 to continue the County Libraries and visits of the Bookmobile to the county, was voted down with 14 Magistrates voting against and 11 voted for. A few of the Magistrates were asked why they voted against the library appropriation. This seemed to be the stock answer ‘I asked for a library to be set up in my district and my request was refused or just note grant!’ The expense of $600 for rent for the AAA building was approved. Per year? Boll weevil infestation is very heavy according to County Agent McReynolds. More cotton blooms reported. E.Z. Smith found a bloom on his 3 ½ acres of early cotton. Pre-school clinic to be held at Michie School for beginner pupils from the Michie, Liberty, Rushing and Acton schools. The V F W Baseball has won four straight games. On July 9 th the team will meet Bolivar on the Selmer diamond. Bill Farris will pitch. The Ritz Theatre will show ‘The Battle for Korea,’ which will provide background of the Korean people and their culture and some of the early battle scenes. Bro. Paul Ayers held a revival at Bethel Springs with good attendance. On July 2, a meeting was started at Leapwood with an overflow crowd. Bro. Dixie Donnell of Shiloh who led the singing at Bethel Springs is leading the singing at the Leapwood meeting. Margaret Jane Wilson was born July 7, 1873. She was married to Carroll Hurst and was the mother of 13 children and 29 great grand children. She was a member of the Church of Christ for fifty years. She died July 3, 1950 at the age of 76 years, 11 months and 26 days. Funeral services were conducted at Woodville and burial was in the cemetery there. Paul Ayers of Selmer conducted the service. Shackelford Funeral Directors were in charge. Guys Community: Mrs. A.B. Smith was rushed to Corinth Hospital Thursday morning after drinking poison. Her condition is reported fair. Stantonville Community: Among the 28 4-H club members from this county who attended the Junior 4-H Camp at Martin last week were these from Stantonville: Edwin Hurly, Harold Raines, Larry Wayne Raines, Betty, Janet and Delores Smith. Mrs Della Smith, 4-H leader, also attended with them. Mr. and Mrs. D.A. Pettigrew of Gilchrist had the Hoover family reunion last Sunday. Selmer Rexall Drugs has two registered pharmacists on duty to serve you day and night. Day phone 43. Night phone 6713. Gravel Hill Community: The Training Union enjoyed a social in the home of Mr. and Mrs. Claude Springer Monday night, honoring Ben Roy Smothers. Antioch Church is having their annual singing next Sunday. Lunch served at noon. Bring a basket and let us have a good day. F.L. Blankenship. For Sale: 4-room house located near Hilltop Grocery, located one mile north of Selmer. See Slater Robinson. For Sale: Café, modern; ‘37 Ford Car; Gen Electric Refrigerator, almost new; Building lot in town, 7 acres with running water off the old McDaniel place. Mrs. R.A. Tanner, Stantonville. All my land, 300 acres, located near Gravel Hill, is posted. Paul Murrah. Pebble Hill Community: revival at Tulu was last week. Mr. J.E. Morgan is seriously ill. Mr. and Mrs. Kinnie Hurst, Mr. and Mrs. John Magee, Mr. and Mrs. J.R. Miller and Ronnie, Mr. and Mrs. Edd Casper and Kenneth Norris from Selmer and Sgt. and Mrs. Paul Dillon spent a day fishing at Pickwick. Later the group enjoyed a fish fry on the lawn of the Dillon home. Cox Community: Mr. W.R. Dillon, Dottie Cox, Mr. Port Wilbanks, Wayne and Ronald King, Mrs. Louise Dicks were in the Mt. Gilead community to chop cotton this week. Bill Roland and David Foster has left for Fort Jackson, S. C. Beauty Hill Community: Melvin Holland left last week for three weeks at National Guard Camp at Ft Jackson, S. C. Ramer Community: Ramer Hill left for National Guard Camp. The Mt. Gilead Home Demonstration Club met in the home of Mrs. Ulyss Wilson with 15 members present and four visitors, Misses Lula and Fay Henson, Misses Jessie and Frances Wilson. Mrs. W.A. Henson gave the devotional. Mrs. Romas Ray was elected new project leader for home management. Mrs. E.C. Causey won the contest prize. Rose Creek Community: Everyone enjoyed themselves at Milford King’s birthday party. Mrs. Daisy Nagle has been real sick. Miss Shelby Jean Roten in on the sick list. Mr. Jim Goodrum is sick. ZIPO. Come by and enjoy the most delicious and refreshing Dairy Whip. Black Cows, Purple Cows, Sundaes and Super Shakes. Across from the Greyhound Bus Station in East Selmer. Curb Service after 4pm. T.W. and J.W. McBride, owner. (Note: I still call them Zippo and my grandkids think I am crazy!) Showing at the Ritz next week: When Willie Comes Marching Home - Blondie’s Big Deal - Mark Of The Gorilla - The Trail Of The Lonesome Pine = San Antone Ambush - Comanche Territory. On Saturday Chapter 3 of ‘Wild Bill Hickok.’ Linda Prentice, daughter of Mr. and Mr. J.H. Prentice of Ramer is the Jaggars Kiddie Shoppe model. Swim Suits, Play Shoes and Sandals. The shop is air conditioned. Selmer Community: Mrs. J.P. Weatherford and Mrs. Eli Weatherford attended the funeral of their brother-in-law, H.V. Gibbs, in Corinth. The friends of Anderson Cox, who has been and invalid for several months, is some better and able to visit Cox Brothers Grocery recently. Joel Edward Parker and Donald Green attended Presbyterian Camp near Centerville. Jopling’s Grocery and Feed Store (formerly owned by J.T. Burks) continues to offer you quality groceries and feeds at prices you can afford to pay. We pay top market price for your cream. Those attending 4-H Camp at Martin from McNairy County: Betty Carol Powers, Patsy Martin of Bethel Springs. Ann Mitchell, Carl Henley and Norma Russom of Rose Creek. Jimmy Parrish, Wanda Ayers, Harold Null, Joe Vance Moore, Margaret Browder, Larry Wayne Case, Mary Sue Godfrey of Selmer. Jane and Bruce Hamm, Billy Coffman, and Jo Page Varnell of Adamsville. Sue Naylor, Larry Clayton and Norma Smith from Finger. Barbara Brawner of Ramer. Jelva Joyce and Doyle Treece from Leapwood. Those from Stantonville were listed under Stantonville Community. Stantonville Methodist Fellowship group met in the home of Mr. and Mrs. Allen Garrison with 30 regular members present. Special guests were Rev. and Mrs. J.J. Livingston, new pastor on this charge, Mr. and Mrs. Jim Murdaulph and Jimmy of Memphis and Mrs. George Huggins of Selmer. Bro. Livingston talked about plans to organize a Women’s Society. A committee was appointed: Mrs. Reatha Garrison, chairman; Mrs. Maziah Irwin, Mrs. Lizie Phillips, Mrs. Hazel Whitaker, and Mrs. Maxine Carroll. Six year old Eddie Smith, son of Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Smith was given party birthday party on the 29 th . There were 17 present: Violet Summers, Ann Washburn Steve Blankenship, Carl Blankenship, Marjorie Littlejohn, Wendal Smith, Carolyn Sue Smith, Carolyn Derryberry, Darnell Derryberry, Bette Smith, Jean Rushing, Donna Greer, Jerry Teague, Jackie Bailey, Lydia Ruth McCormack, Patsy Smith and little brother. Games, cake and ice cream made an unforgettable party, enjoyed by all. Ladies, have you tried those Charmette full fashioned hose from Hodges? They are long-wearing and really fit. Only $1.25 a pair. Volume 47 No 31. Wilbur Wright, owner and publisher.

July 14, 1950

Mr. A.B. Coleman, president of the Cypress Creek Association has announced Mr. Con Ferguson will dredge Cypress Creek from the bridge at Falcon to a point above Selmer where the G M & O Railroad will continue to a point two miles north of Bethel Springs. Mr. Bill Smith is the secretary of the Association. The McNairy County Election Commission has disclosed that nine Magistrates will be up for election in August. Two magistrates to be elected from district 1, 9, 11 and 12. One to be elected from district 10. Signed by Election Commissioners Houston Thrasher, F.E. Higginbottom and Brooks Jones. Governor Browning will visit McNairy County next week campaigning for re-election. Julius S. Hurst has been named editor of the Tennessee Farm Bureau News and will be in charge of all newspaper and radio publicity. The Board of Education met and decided school would start on Monday, July 17. Matters of transportation were also settled. There were a few minor changes on the bus routes but considerable discussion on the formerly Howard Taylor route which runs from Gooch community to Ramer School. Motion by Arthur Byrd, seconded by Dr. Glenn Abernathy, the Board voted to purchase a school bus for this route and Mr. Lester Russell would drive it. It was this bus route that caused the unjust decision by Secretary Bridges of the T.S.S.A.A. when he penalized the Kirk boys last spring, barring them from participating in the basketball tournaments. We might bring out a point here that a driver cannot drive a county owned bus to his home or other private business, after taking children to school. If this is done, the driver is to give up the route. Another item of business: a truck has been purchased to be used in hauling coal to the schools of the county and to be used by the maintenance man. Mr. G.A. Shelton is the maintenance man, duly elected at the March meeting. Mr. Asa Plunk, an assistant was elected at this meeting Mount Zion Community: Mr. Johnny Burks of Texas, who moved away 49 years ago has been back for his first visit. Miss Dot Brown celebrated her 16 th birthday. Those enjoying a picnic at Shiloh were: Mr. and Mrs. Everette Brown and children; Mr. and Mrs. Dan Willis; Mr. and Mrs. Arnold Brown and children; Mr. and Mrs. Vernon Brown and children; Mr. and Mrs. Dolpia McCullar and Martha; Mr. and Mrs. Herbert Case and sons, and Mr. Vernon Huckabee. The big problem facing McNairy County farmers right now is ‘How to stop the Boll Weevil'. Recently J.L. McReynolds, Mr. H.Y. Carroll, manager of Western Auto Store, Mr. W.W. Thompson visited Rayburn Nixon’s 4-H corn project. Mr. Carroll is offering a bicycle to the 4-H boy who makes the most corn per acre. Wilford McMahan has purchased 12 more Angus heifers and cows. Mr. W.W. Thompson has purchased 25 ewes and Mr. Allie Hurst 20. Farmers located in the Cypress Creek drainage area who wish to seed permanent pasture and obtain an allotment should apply immediately. An allotment $18,000 has been set for the county. Summer clearance sale at Chambers Style Shop 1 large rack of dresses valued to $29.98 at $5.00 and lower. Ramer Community: Mrs. Wilson Tenry has been in the Baptist Hospital the past week. Guys Community: One of the outstanding citizens of our community is Mrs, Crawford Wallace. Only Mr,s Wallace knows the drudgery, patience and prayer it took to rear her family of eleven boys and girls. All those children make their homes away from Guys now. These children with their families all visited their parents recently, except Mr. and Mrs. Wilford Sanders (Viola) who was unable to come. Those present with their children: Mr. and Mrs. Max Hutter, of St Louis, (Leona) Mr. and Mrs. Keiffer Robertson (Velma)of Selmer, Mr. and Mrs. Richard Weber (Ila Dee) of St Louis, Mr. and Mrs. Johnny Smith (Dorothy) of Memphis, Mr. and Mrs. Charles Burns (Imogene) of Jackson, Mr. and Mrs. Willie Lee Wallace of St Louis, Mr. and Mrs. Odell Wallace, Mr. and Mrs. R.C. Wallace, Mr. and Mrs. Joe Wallace, of St Louis, Mr. and Mrs. Charles Wallace of Memphis. Others present were Mr. and Mrs. Tom Wiggington of Corinth, Mrs. Wallace’s sisters, Sophie and Samantha Carter and Mrs. Edgar Reed. Mrs. Wallace’s sister Mrs. Charlie Prince of Corinth was ill and unable to come. Guys continued: Mr. G.H. Barnett was called to Adamsville due to the illness of his mother. The R.E. Harben family were swimming at Pickwick Sunday afternoon. Rose Creek Community: Mrs. Daisy Nagle has gone to Memphis for a medical examination. Cox Community: Mr. and Mrs. Monroe Cox are the proud parents of a baby girl, named Alice Faye. Beauty Hill Community: Miss Mary Sue Tacker was carried to Jackson Hospital last Friday for an appendectomy. Beauty Hill revival will be in August. Next Sunday is community singing. Important note to school patron: The Board of Education will provide free text books for the Fifth Grade for the coming school year. This is in addition to the first four grades, which was furnished free last year. Notice to creditors concerning the estate of J.A. Patrick. Showing at the Ritz next week: Comanche Territory - Square Dance Katy - Cinderella - Destroyer - South of Death Valley - Wagonmaster. Lost; Key chain with four keys and small knife in Selmer. Reward. Otto Whirley, Guys, Tenn. For Sale: Concrete well tile and ditch tile. See Amos Smith, 2 miles south of Selmer. For Rent: 3 room house, lights, well on 2 acres of land. $15 per month. 2 miles north of Selmer. See Lessie Hicks at J H Murphy Place, Rose Creek. To all residents of Moore’s School House community (Rose Creek): Meeting to be held on the grounds of Moore School House for the purpose of electing a committee to make plans for rebuilding the Moore School House which was destroyed during a windstorm early this year. Signed: A.F. Higginbottom, W.R. Moore, R.B. Leonard. Noah Robinson has a pair of bay horse mules which have been running at large on his premises since July 1. Owner can get them by paying for this ad and feed bill and damages. Gravel Hill Community: Rev. J.W. Hardwick filled his appointment here Sunday at the Primitive Baptist Church. Several attended the baptismal service at Mr. Whittemore’s pond. Mr. Novie Smith is in the hospital in St Louis. Vacation Bible School began Monday with attendance of 140. Huggins Reunion: picnic lunch under the beautiful shade tree at the home of Mr. and Mrs. J.B. Huggins. Attending with their families: Mrs. Zula Huggins Raspberry and daughters, Clara Raspberry; Mrs. Lula Cunningham, Mr. and Mrs. Haze Cunningham, all of Texas. Mrs. Nicie Huggins and Miss Lorena Huggins of Honey Grove, Texas. Mr. and Mrs. Roy Huggins and Don; Mr. Jim North; Mr. and Mrs. Ben Pickering; Mr. and Mrs. Alvis Huggins and family; Mrs. Vada Weatherford; Mrs. Yates Coln and Kerry Sue, Wendall Huggins; Mr. and Mrs. Keith Davis and Greg; Mr. and Mrs. Orland Latta and Elizabeth; Mrs. Daisy Fite; Mrs. Claude Springer, Mrs. Doyle Petty and son. Home Banking Company of Finger gives report of condition: $582,818.73 total assets; $517,799.49 liabilities and $54,019.24 capitol accounts. Signed R.L. Rankin, Cashier. Attest: C W Frye, W.L. McCaskill, D.R. Barber. Crooked Creek Community: Mrs. Edith Brown and Mrs. Mary Sanders honored Junior Brown with a happy birthday party. He is 21. About 80 people were present to enjoy a big fish fry and chicken supper, and the band by Mr. Richards and his players rendered some fine music. Shirley Holmes, Martha and Doris Jopling enjoyed the fourth at Liddon’s Lake. Stantonville Home Demonstration Club met in the home of Mrs. Maxine Carroll with 18 members and one visitor present. Mrs. Gladys Pratt told how to plant a late garden. Mrs. Cora Smith gave tips about how to make good pickles. Delicious homemade ice cream, cake and punch were served by the hostess. Announcing the grand opening of modern cream market ‘The Farmers Supply Store,’ July 15. Top prices paid for cream, eggs and poultry. Selmer Community: Mrs. Mary Travis has gone to Jackson to take up her duties at the new hospital. Arch Whitaker and Grady Green went to Memphis to see Jack Whitaker who is under treatment there. A.O. Wooten has been on the sick list. Senior 4-H club members in camp this week: Charles C. Raines, Imogene Pratt, Joyce Raines of Stantonville; Johnny R. Starks, Glenn Naylor, Leon Smith of Finger; Janice Churchwell, Reba Fisher, Carolyn Gooch of Michie; Agnes and Ann Dickson of Bethel Springs. Jimmy Jones attended 4-H All Star Camp. Charlie Counce, son of Mr. and Mrs. Norvill Counce models his play clothes purchased from Jaggars Kiddie Shoppe. Taylor Family Reunion: children, grandchildren and great grandchildren came from far and near for a reunion on July 2. Present: Mr. and Mrs. Stephen Braneky & children from Penn; Mrs. Ozell Kasper & children from Ohio; Sgt. and Mrs. Claude Gonzales and baby from Okla.; Mrs. Dovie Ballard, Tupelo; Mr. and Mrs. Parvin Taylor and Norman; Mr. and Mrs. Aulcy Taylor and Billy; Mr. and Mrs. Elihu Taylor with William & Ruby; Mr. and Mrs. Lessie Taylor; Mr. C.D. Taylor, Memphis; Mr. Charlie Morphis; Mr. and Mrs. Clarence Johnson; Mr. and Mrs. Durard Powell. This was the first time that all the children and grandchildren were able to attend since Mrs. Braneky moved to Pennsylvania some 13 years ago. Mr. Mathis was 73 and died on Friday July 7, 1950. Survivors are: his wife, Mrs. Wm. Mathis; three brothers, Bob, Rank and Ulysses Mathis; two sisters, Mrs. Lambert and Murline Mathis. Mr. Nathaniel E. ‘Bud’ Goodrum, age 77, died at his home in Selmer on Monday, July 10, 1950. He had been in failing health for the past six months. Services were held at the First Baptist Church in Selmer. Interment was in Oak Hill Cemetery. The deceased is survived by his wife, Mrs. Minnie Goodrum; three daughters, Mrs. Verda Barnes, Mrs. Frances Messer and Mrs. Athalee Latham; four sons, John D., Earl, Onie and Ray Goodrum; fifteen grand children and one great grandchild and one brother, Jim Goodrum. Mrs. J.M. Gooch, age 67 died at her residence near Pocahontas on July 8, 1950. Funeral services were held at Piney Grove with burial in the Moss Creek Cemetery. She is survived by her husband; three daughters, Mrs. Zettie King, Ruthie Vandiver and Bertha Sanders; six sons, J.H., Waymon, Burlie, Harvie and Artie Goodrum and 43 grandchildren. Note: only five sons were listed. Norman G. Forsythe, age 14, died at his residence at Gravel Hill Community on July 8, 1950. Funeral services were at the Missionary Baptist Church the following day, with burial in the cemetery there. He is survived by his mother, Mrs. Moyene Forsythe; grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. M.W. Teague and Mr. and Mrs. Willie Forsythe; and great grandmother, Mrs. V.R. Johnson. Volume 47 Number 32, Wilbur Wright, owner and publisher.

July 21, 1950

Building of rural roads in Tennessee are ahead of schedule according to Gov Browning. McNairy County, with another road in the July 21 contract letting, has had 24.2 miles of all-weather rural road either completed or under contract during the present administration. The people of Moore Schoolhouse community will start Monday to tear down the remains of the church building, partially destroyed by high winds last spring. State Selective Service Board to call men for the Armed Forces. Number to be furnished by the McNairy County Local Board is 20. A whitesmith is one who works with tin. Donations to the Selmer Cemetery fund: Mrs. Maggie Atkins, Stanford Gooch, Mrs. W.E. Hendrix, Mrs. Robert Johnson, Mrs. C.W. Rutherford, Mrs. Myrtis Ramer, Mrs. James Tidwell, and anonymous, all gave $1.00 each. Mrs. Beulah Crocker, Mrs. Lula Nash, Mr. and Mrs. A.G. Scott, Mr. and Mrs. C.A. Scott, gave $2.00 each. Lessie Lea and George Carman family gave $5.00 each. The Regional Librarian writes about closing library stations in McNairy County because the county denied the $1,000 required funding for the public library services and bookmobile. She quoted magistrates that voted against the appropriation had requested a site to be set up in their district. Miss Wilson stated she had been regional librarian for 17 months and only one request had come from McNairy County for a station and that was from the Home Demonstration Club in Hickory Flat. She also stated she had contacted one magistrate for help and never received a reply. Tennessee Valley Authority Chairman is to visit the Selmer Courthouse for in informal discussion for interested citizens. Pickwick Electric Board of Trustees met for a dinner meeting at the Catfish Hotel, Shiloh Park. Chairman, C.H. Duren of Adamsville presided over the meeting. One discussion was of members of the cooperative who had been stealing electric energy, by various methods. The main issue of the meeting was adoption of a budget. General expenses, which include rent on properties, salaries, printing, postage, telephone service, job training, general office supplies, employees welfare insurance, 2-way radio equipment, cost of printing and mailing notice of annual meeting, promotion expense, engineer salary, transportation cost, prizes at annual meeting, cost of printing and mailing ‘Lighthouse’ newsletter amounts to a total of $227,298 for fixed and operating expenses. The year just finished is the first year the Co-op had operated on a budget, and according to Mr. Roberts, ran close to that budget. Declaring that ‘the United States of America is at war,’ Frank G. Clement, commander of The American Legion in Tennessee, has called for the appointment of ‘Legion Emergency Committee’ in every post. Commander Clement declared that ‘there are more ways of accomplishing the ruin of a nation than by shooting. With our nation at war and with some mother’s son dodging bullets intended just as much for you and me as for that particular here, it is nothing short of criminal for us to fail to assure the speediest and most honorable victory possible.’ Clement goes on to say, ‘A bankrupt nation cannot successfully lead the forces of freedom to victory. The time has come when we must eliminate selfishness, greed and partisan politics in favor of freedom, economic stability and particularly the lives of our fellow citizens’. From a Memphis paper: Nellie Sue Griffin was married in a quiet ceremony Saturday to John Howard Shelton. The bride is the daughter of Mrs. Anne Griffin and the late Joe L. Griffin. Mr. Shelton is the son of Mr. and Mrs. J.T. Shelton of Ramer. In Selmer and throughout McNairy County, news of the death of N.E. Goodrum on July 10, 1950, was received with sadness. Mr. Goodrum, a native McNairian, married Miss Minnie Tuck in 1903, and the young couple came to make their first home in Selmer, where they have lived for 47 years. He was a loyal member of the Baptist Church where he served as a Deacon. Mr. Goodrum was engaged in business here, the firm name being Goodrum and Styles. He was also for a time a member of the county court and whenever duty called, he merited the respect and friendship of all who knew him. Pallbearers were: Willard Cox, Olin Weatherford, Lee Jaggars, Lamar Doss, Wayne Littlefield and Howard Moore. Honorary pallbearers were: W.A. Barksdale, Shelley Bowman, Virgil Massengill, O.D. Wyatt, Marvin Brooks, Horry Browder, T.R. Barr, Leroy Kirk, Orbe Sipes and Forrest Williams. Mr. Everett Earnest Green, age 45, of Orlando, Fla., died on July 12, 1950. His body was brought back to Selmer for burial. Funeral services were conducted by Rev. Lloyd Ramer and interment was in Oak Hill cemetery. Pallbearers were: Eldon Thomas, Earl Scott, Alton Scott, Grady King, Sid Burks and L.R. Weatherford. The deceased is survived by his mother, Mrs. Mary Green of Selmer; three sisters, Misses Jewell and Maggie Green and Mrs. Harry Bruton; and two brothers, Arbie and Odell Green. Shackelford Funeral Directors were in charge. Private E.J. Surratt of Michie, who has been stationed with the U S Army in the Philippines, has been reassigned to San Francisco. Selmer School opened their doors Monday to the greatest enrollment in its history showing 810 pupils reported for duty. It is expected the enrollment will rise rapidly and the final count will reach the 1000 mark this year. Three new teachers added to the faculty: Billy Ledbetter, seventh grade; John Lee Powers, high school history; and John Travathan, band. Ramer community: Mr. Ted Robertson is ill and his family has come home to see him, Mr. and Mrs. Kinnerman and M.J. Robertson of Alabama and Mr. and Mrs. Arch Robertson of Texas. L.G. Vaughn, Miss Lucy Mae Wallace, Miss Norma Jean Long, Miss Mary Dodd and Mr. and Mrs. L.M. Derryberry have returned from their studies and vacations to resume teaching at Ramer School. School opened with an enrollment of 441. The building has been redecorated with bright tables and chairs and soft restful walls. A far cry from the drab brown and tan formerly used. A few changes in the faculty: Mr. Strasbaugh replaces Mrs. Lloyd Barnes as eighth grade teacher and Mr. Boucher in vocational agriculture replaces Mr. Hadden who is teaching a GI farm class. Mrs. Hadden has been sent to the Guys school. Mrs. Dorothy Kennedy, who has been with her son John Gilbert in Memphis hospital most of the summer has returned to her job in the school lunch room. Mrs. Georgia Hurley and Mrs. Mae Johnson are other members of the trio which provide well cooked, nourishing meals at a minimum cost to the pupil. Mrs. Kennedy’s son is expected to recover but improvement will be slow. The Ramer School Faculty: L.G. Vaughn, principal; Mrs. J.L. McReynolds, Mrs. W.K. Foster, Miss Norma Jean Long, Wilson Strasbaugh, Mr. Boucher, Miss Mary Dodds, Miss Lucy Mae Wallace, Mrs, Grace Sharp, Mrs, Sardie Henry, Miss Montyrue Osborn, Miss Edna Williams, Mrs. L.G. Vaughn, R.C. Johnson, coach, Miss Grace Depoyster, librarian and Barney Lither, commercial subjects. Buena Vista community: Those on the sick list this week are: Mr. and Mrs. Oscar King and Mrs. Martha Jenkins. The revival meeting will start at Buena Vista the second Sunday in August. Mt. Gilead community: A large crowd attended church Sunday and Sunday night with Bro. Warren G. Armour doing the preaching. The poisoning of cotton crops in this community has ceased for the past few days due to the rain. Mrs. Tressie Lewis is on the sick list at this writing. Mt. Gilead Home Demonstration Club met in the home of Mrs. E.H. Kiestler with 11 members and 3 new members present. New members: Mrs. W.C. Henson, Mrs. Guy Wade Ray and Mrs. W.R. Hanna. Visitors were Misses Lila Jo Henson, Kay Henson and Ann Mitchell. Devotional was given by Mrs. W.A. Henson and project leaders gave interesting talks. Bingo was played with Mrs. Hugh Woods winning the prize. A delicious plate was served by the hostess, assisted by her mother, Mrs. Marshall Mitchell. McNairy county Campaign Committee for Tom Murray, Representative candidate for the 8 th District are Louis Adams, Chmn.; Coleman Smith, Sec; Flake Humphrey. Cox Community: Mr. and Mrs. Oliver Cox and children and Mr. and Mrs. Kennie Russom attended the funeral of Mrs. Jim Goodrum last Sunday. Arvin Foster spent Wed night with his grandmother, Mrs. Eupha Cox, who is ill. The Cox Community H D club will go on their annual picnic in August to Chickasaw Park. Four registered Jerseys Cows have been purchased by McNairians recently. B.M. Cochran of Adamsville purchased Domino Joy Girl from Edgeworth Farms in Corinth. Roy King of Selmer purchased Favorite Ixia Pinnacle from the herd owned by R.L. Jones, also of Selmer. Buford Russom of Finger purchased Royal Sue Lady from the herd of T.E. Moore of Adamsville. C.N. Tidwell of Stantonville has purchased Majestic Queen Elizabeth from the herd owned by Harold Seaton of Adamsville. Jerseys are noted for producing milk that averages more than 5 percent butterfat. Republican Primary Election Notice of Officials for the August 3, 1950 election, polls open 9:00 am to 4:00 pm: (O-Officer; J - Judges; C - Clerk and R - Register) 1 - Leapwood: O - Ed Clayton; J - Poney Gibson, John Droke, Elmo Clayton; C - Howard Stevens, Jo Ann Eason; R - Odell Landreth. 1 - Rocky Knob: O - Frank Maness; J – M.E. Etheridge, Arthur Plunk, Marlie Moore; R - Claude Maness. 2 -Rose Creek: O – J.R. Leonard; J - Ranzie Budlong, Dick Blakely, Bill Whitley; C – Mrs. Allen Simpson, Mrs. Vester Smith; R - Maness Williams. 3 - Adamsville: O - Opal Wilkerson; J - Luther Surratt, Eber Christopher, N.B. Capteron; C - Wilma Vinson, Mrs. Hugh McArthur; R – E.S. Crowe. 4 - Stantonville: O – L.F. Cody; J - Cletes Smith, E.C. McDaniel, Pugh Gray; C - Edward McDaniel, Robert L. Pounds. R - Carl Chandler. 4 - Prospect: O - Mack Dickey; J – W.P. Whitley, Hicks Phillips, L.I. Gardner; C - William Dickey, Whit Ashe; R - Ben Hockaday. 5 - Selmer: O- Joe Dave Robinson; J - John R. Swaim, J.A. Dillon, H.K. Maness; C – Mrs. Johnie Powers, Mrs. Dorthena Estes; R - Logan Whittington. 6 - Ramer: O - Frank Tate; J - Jim Barnes, Sam Summers, Irby Lock; C - Glen Smith, Henry Tate; R – S.H. Kinchen. 7 - McNairy: O - Logan Smith; J – P.E. Cheshier, W.A. McCann, Frank Clayton; C – Mrs. Billie Henry, Mrs. Atlas Cheshier. R - Robert Lott. 7 - Bowman’s Store: O - Joe Kirby; J - Arlis Garner, Earnest Carothers, J.H. Maness; C - Mary Ellen Maness, Martha Maxwell. R – W.C. Leonard. 10 - Purdy: O - Granville McCann; J – T.F. Garner, Joe Tacker, Melvin Holland; C - Johnie N. Plunk, Mrs. Joyce Plunk (my note: John and Joyce Plunk were still helping with the election in Nov 2008. Applaud.) R - Troy Tacker. 10 - Finger: O – D.C. Patterson; J – L.F. Ingle, R.M. Smith, H.C. Carpenter; J - Eula Kirkpatrick, Ruby Walker; R - Billie Smith. 11 - Bethel Springs: O - Ben Robinson; O - Charlie Lott, Jim Woods, Sam Sanders; C – Mrs. Evelyn Harris, Mrs. Pearl Gage. 12 - Milledgeville: O – W.P. Pitts; J – W.T. Nolen, Vaude Hardin, E.E. Brooks; C – H.H. Pitts, W.P. Hanna; R – L.A. Powell. Signed: Republican Primary Officials: F.E. Higginbottom, E. Carter Smith, J.W. Cheshier, Otis Plunk. New Telephone Directory closes July 25. Perhaps you’re planning to have a change made in your listing in the new book. In that case, please tell us now so you will be listed correctly. Southern Bell Telephone and Telegraph Company. Political Ad: Vote for Leo Atkins for Re-election as Direct Representative of McNairy County. Beauty Hill community: Mrs. Camilla Felker and children of San Antonio, Texas are here for the summer with her parents, O.L. Plunk and wife. Melvin Holland returned from National Guard Camp last Sunday. Quite a large crowd attended the singing at Beauty Hill Sunday afternoon. Old Cool Springs Community by Mrs. W.A. Plunk: Several from here attended the singing at W.H. Keen’s home Wednesday night. Mrs. Ida Barham was carried to a Jackson hospital and Mrs. Jack Sanders has returned home from the hospital. Several from here attended church at Iola Thursday night. Misses Sue Maness, Marie and Glen Phillips attended the singing at New Church Sunday. Mrs. A.W. Plunk was hostess to a Stanley party with 26 guests present. Bingo prizes went to Mrs. Ted Arnold, Miss Edna Hampson, Neva King and Carolyn Plunk. The hostess was assisted in serving cookies and lemonade by Mrs. Willie Woods, Carolyn Plunk and Maxine Arnold. The children were all ready to catch the buses for school Monday with happy faces. Miss Mainell Middleton of Regan became the bride of Junior King. Junior is a veteran of World War II. He is now farming. Mount Zion Community: Mr. and Mrs. James Henson were among the Pickwick Cooperative employees and their wives to enjoy a fish fry at the home of Mr. and Mrs. W.M. Roberts. Sunday was an enjoyable occasion when relatives and friends met at the home of Mr. and Mrs. O. H. Lott of Adamsville with well filled baskets to honor Mrs. Mary Jane Lott on her 92 nd birthday on July 14; also her son, O.H. Lott whose birthday was July 17; also his daughter, Mrs. Faye Grooms and her daughter, Martha Ann, who have birthdays on July 18th . The big shade trees in the front yard provided a delightful setting for the following guests: Mr. Charles Lott, Mr. and Mrs. Odus Young of Bethel Springs; Mr. and Mrs. James Lott of Whiteville; Mr. and Mrs. Claude Lott and family of Henderson; Mr. and Mrs. R.I. Robison, Mr. and Mrs. Claude Maness and children, Mr. and Mrs. Bill Hampton and children all of finger; Mr. and Mrs. W.L. Lott, Mr. and Mrs. Jack Loving and Reba Fay of Leapwood; Mr. and Mrs. Orbie Lott and family, Mr. and Mrs. James Grooms and children, Mr. and Mrs. Bill Hamm of Adamsville; Mr. and Mrs. Ernest Plunk, Mr. Reed Plunk and daughter of Crump; Mrs. Ethel Gann and granddaughter of Savannah; Mr. and Mrs. E. Treece and daughter of Adamsville; Mr. and Mrs. W.A. Plunk and children of Finger. Mrs. Iris Treece sent beautiful flowers for the table. Democrat Polling Officials for the election on August 3, 1950 from the hours of 9:00 am to 4:00 pm. O-Officer; J - Judges; C - Clerk and R - Register) 1- Leapwood: O - Jade Farrell; J – I.D. Robison, Prett Rowland, J.G. Jamerson; C - Anderson Surratt, J.A. Harris; R - Nelson Jamerson 1 - Rocky Knob: O – J.H. O’Neal; J - Biffle O’Neal, Pete Williams, Irwin Wilson; C - Roy O’Neal, K.D. Massengill; R - Willie Pickett 2 - Rose Creek: ) - Neely Mitchell; J - Marshall Mitchell, Tom Hunter, Frank Brint; C – Mrs. Neely Mitchell, Mrs. Marshall Mitchell; R - Thompson Moore. 2 - Hunter’s: O - Sim Hunter; J - Jim Hunter, Ira Knight, Grady Kirk; C - Orville Hunter, Alfred Hunter; R - Alton Hunter 3 - Adamsville: Bill Donaldson; T.W. Moore, Will Varnell, Andrew Surratt; C - Cassie Sanders, Mary Ruth Plunk; R - James Hudson 4 - Gilchrist: O – J.L. Gilchrist; J – J.L. Ward, Will Gilchrist, J.W. Killingsworth; C – Mrs. Mancel Hendrix, Mrs. J.L. Ward; R – E.G. Gilchrist. 4 - Stantonville: O - Allen Garrison; J - Lee Hurley, Arch Christopher, Edgar Smith; C - Fred Templeton, Mrs. T.J. Fullwood: R - Ray Nunley 4 - Prospect: O - Dan Willis; J - Orlan Brown, George Hopkins, Dolphia McCullar; C – J.E. Henson, Mrs. Dolphia McCullar; C - Lige Harris. 5 - East Selmer: O -W.E. Foote; J – W.F. Humphrey, Fred Thomas, Willard Hamm; C - Wilma Jo Lambert, Mrs. Hubert Simpson; R – E.B. Carter 5 - Selmer: O - Lee Jaggars; J – W.W. Thompson, T.E. Wilkerson, S.R. Chambers; C – Mrs. Cora Abernathy. Mrs. Jewell Maness; R - Henry Carman 6 - Ramer: O - Jesse Blankenship; J - Hugh R McCullar, James Burress, Burgess Hamm; C - James E. Blasingame, Hilman Gibson; R - Luther Blankenship 6 - Guys: O - Howard Hoston; J – R.C. Green, G.B. Hooker, G.H. Barnett; C – R.L. Burns, O.H. Beck; R - John Brumley 6 - Chewalla: O Manley Jones; J – T.B. Hawkins, Joe Ledbetter, Cecil Teague; C - Inez Derryberry, Robert Derryberry; R - Gilbert Mullins 7 - McNairy: O – O.E. Stout; R - Roddie Ethridge, Austin Gee, Ernest Stout; C - Nellie Stout, J.T. Stout; R - Willie Johnson 8 - Cypress: O – J.M. Crocker; J - Stant Mathis, Rex Wilbanks, Amos Knight; C - Mollie Butler, S.A. Carter; R - Bill Burrough 8 - Nethery: O - Claude Dunnaway; J - Terry Dillon, Oscar Taylor, Mason Turman; C – Mrs. Bertha Dunnaway, Mrs. Melvin McGee; R – O.C. Steadman. 8 - Taylor’s: O – M.A. Lacefield, J - Gould Mullins, Elby McMahan, R.L. Robinson; C – Mrs. W.G. Minton, Mrs. Asa Teague; R - Barney McMahan (Barney was still working the elections up until about 2006.) 9 - Gravel Hill: O - Lacy Willis; J - Cecil Prince, James McCormack, Andy Hamm; C – Mrs. J T Sims, Mrs. Lex Armstrong; R - Roy Seay 9 - Michie: O - Clifford Moore; J – W.E. Emmons, Harold Austin, Herbert Howard; C – Mrs. D. G. Carpenter, Mrs G.R. Baker; R - Carl Moore 9 - Pebble Hill: O – E.E. Mills; J - Louis Rickman, Cecil Fisher, M.E. Glidewell; C - Lola Rickman, Lily Rickman; R - Kellis Baker 9 - Caffey: O - Casey Huggins; J - Wes Samples, Faust North, Tulin Samples; C – Mrs. C.E. Brown, Coleman Phillips; R - Dock Armstrong 10 - Finger: O - Manley Wright; J - Raymond Stout, Bob Cone, Sam Brown; C - Virginia Dawson, Gretchen Dillon; R - Floyd Cone 10 - Purdy: O – F.D. Beard; J - Jack Wagoner, Bill Hendrix, John Brown; C - Frances Hendrix, Bessie Dodd; R - Guy Weaver 11 - Bethel Springs: O - Jess Powers; J - Charlie Beard, F.F. Mitchell, Fred Hines; C - Gatha Burgess, Jo Dorris Walker; R – J.K. Walker 12 - Milledgeville: O - Edwin Meek; J - Bill Bingham, R.L. Malone, Manley Harwell; C – Mrs. Edwin Meek, Mrs. Fay Harwell; R - Fay Harwell Signed: Democrat Election Board: Shy Browder, Lee Jones, Burgess Hamm, T.E. Moore, G.E. Wagoner. Antioch: On next Lord’s Day, a gospel meeting begins at this place. J.E. Williams of Ridgely will do the preaching and Lester Russell of Pocahontas will be in charge of son service. Signed F.L. Blankenship. Pleasant Grove Home Demonstration Club met recently with Mrs. Brown with 8 members and 5 visitors present. Devotional was led by Lois Prather. A picnic was decided on to be at Maidell Cox’s home in August. Ten years of planning and preparation reached its climax on July 12, when the new Greyhound Terminal at Union Avenue, in the heart of downtown Memphis officially opened. Stantonville Community: Mrs. Faye Walker spent last week with her mother-in-law at Lawton. The elder Mrs. Walker has been bedfast for about 18 months. Chewalla Community: Mrs. Johnnie J. Teague underwent an emergency appendectomy at Corinth last week. Selmer Community: Mr. and Mrs. Harry Cain have moved into their new attractive home on N Eighth St. Mr. and Mrs. Ira Anderson and Mr. and Mrs. Ted Martin are attending the Lions International convention in Chicago. H.K. Maness had as visitors one day recently, his four living brothers: Fielding of Enville, Frank of Finger, Bob of Selmer and Maynard of Oklahoma. Also a nephew, Hubert Maness and wife from Uraguay, South America. Mr. and Mrs. J.W. Causey are enjoying having their children home for a summer vacation: Miss Machree Causey from Mississippi, Mr. and Mrs. Cleatrice Adams and sons. Mr. and Mrs. J.W. Causey, Jr. with two daughters from San Francisco. Mrs. Everett Grantham of Albuquerque. Mrs. Robert Surratt has returned from a Memphis hospital. Crooked Creek Community: Mr. Davis McHughes fractured his arm and had to go to the Veteran’s Hospital. Union Grove Methodist Church youth group attended a meeting at Natchez Trace Park. Attending were: Wilburn Ashe, Billy Joe Glover, Shirley and Farris Holmes, Doris and Martha Jopling, Howard Emmons, Joyce and Betty Watson, Francine Ashe and Mary Sanders. Mrs. Alma Holmes is the counselor. News reached Mr. and Mrs. Ermic McCullar, that their son, Billy, who as been in a hospital in Virginia as a result of injury received in his work of pipe line construction, will return home soon, as he will not be able to resume his work for some time. When Jene Gilchrist, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. W.H. Gilchrist, needs a new dress, she always knows she can find just the one she wants at Jaggars Kiddie Shoppe. Showing at the Ritz next week: Wagonmaster - Woman From Headquarters - Singing Game - Cover Girl - Bandit King of Texas - A Ticket To Tomahawk. Revival at the North Selmer Pentecostal Church begins Monday night. J.M. Stubblefield, Pastor. Volume 47 Number 33. Wilbur Wright, Editor and Publisher July 28, 1950

Road Commissioner tells that 24.2 miles of all-weather road has been completed or under construction. Roads are: Hwy 45 via Guys to Chewalla 7.8 miles - Selmer City limits to Falcon Cemetery 2.5 miles - Rose Creek via Gooch’s Store to Hwy 46, 13.2 miles - Highway 64 via Hunters Store to Rose Creek 8.3 miles - Highway 45 to McNairy Station 1.1 miles - Highway 45 to Ramer 6.7 miles - City Limit (Selmer? ) to city limit of Bethel Springs 1.5 miles - Highway 45 to Finger, secondary program 2.4 miles - Bethel Springs City limits to Chester County line 6. 6. miles now under construction. Mr. Hester is Road Commissioner. Mr. H.L. Hubanks, who lives on East Purdy Road, brought into our office a squash which weighed 7 lbs. It had been on the vine only a week from start to finish. Mr. Hill has gathered 4 or 5 bushels off of six hills in his garden. Candidates for county election: Sheriff: Hugh Kirkpatrick, Noah Allen Robison - Tax Assessor: Montie Etheridge, Cecil A. Suggs - Trustee: D.T. Hamilton, J.D. Jones, Jr - County Court Clerk: Loyd Barnes, J.T. Burks, Elmer E. Derryberry - Circuit Court Clerk: Hayse Jackson, Grady King - Register: Andy J. Stanley, Ponnie Tacker - County Judge: B.Y. Howell, E.L. ‘Earl’ Scott. For Representative: Leo Atkins, A.J. Thrasher. Selmer School enrollment: First Grade teachers: M. Etheridge (25 pupils), R. Johnson (30) K. Hooper (27) Grade 2: Lucille Abernathy (39) F. Henderson (31) - Merle Weatherford grade 3 & 4 (28) - Grade 3: Nell Combs (31) Lois Prather (32) - Grade 4: Clara Robinson (33) Lena Mae Rinehart (33) - Grade 5: Irene Moore (33) Mary Holcomb (31)- Grade 6: Gaytha Hudson (38) Maggie Wooten (36) - Grade 7: Jo Johnson (37) Geraldine Clark (38) - Grade 8: Myrlee Wright (32) W.B. Ledbetter (32). No teachers name for high school. Grade 9 (67) Grade 10 (78) Grade 11 (61) Grade 12 (48). Veteran’s of WWII may qualify for home loans at 4%. A campaign has been launched in West Tennessee to expand the facilities at the University of Tennessee Junior College at Martin to a 4-year status. On July 8, 1950, the death angel visited the home of Mr. Jim Goodrum and claimed for his own, his loving wife. She was sick for about one month and bore her suffering with patience. Her family did all that human hands could do. Mrs. Goodrum was kind and loved by all that knew her. She leaves to mourn her passing her husband, 9 children, 47 grandchildren, 5 great grandchildren, one sister, one brother, and a large number of other loved ones and a host of friends. Mrs. Pauline Moore, Bethel Springs, Tenn. McNairy County Livestock Show and 4-H fair to be held in September. Supporters of this event are: Selmer Bank & Trust, Selmer Drug Co, Hamilton Cleaners, Hendrix Soda Fountain, Sherman’s Store, Jordan’s Store, 20 th Century Café, Huggins Drug Store, Latta Motor Co, Rev. R.M. Dickson, R.O. Horner Store, Steele’s Gift Shop, Selmer Furniture & Appliance Co, Western Auto, Standard Lumber Co, Weatherford Bro Supply, Mr. I.H. Brooks Store, Selmer Service Station, Liberty Cash Grocery, McCoy’s Store, A & G Market, Selmer Hardware, Cox Brothers, Grady Counce & Son, Charles Lee, J.E. Hodges & Son, City Lumber & Hardware Co, Tenn. National Farm Loan Ass’n., H.P. Lee, McNairy County Farm Bureau, J.H. Bigger & Son, Thomas Farris Pontiac Co, Tower Service Station, Estes Esso Station, Weatherford Service Station, Shackelford Funeral Home, Smith’s Variety Store, Selmer Gin Co, Gulf Refining Co, Ritz Theater, D.T. Hamilton, T.W. McBride, Ralph Armstrong, The Clock, City Service Station, Hugh Kirkpatrick, Joe McMurray, J.L. McReynolds, Jopling Feed & Grocery Store, W.W. Thompson, Selmer Liquid Fertilizer Co, Commonwealth Life Ins Co. J.C. Sanders, oldest son of Arlie and Martha Sanders, was born in the Bethesda Community, Feb 4, 1900. He moved with his parents to Ripley Co, Missouri in Dec of 1903, and passed away in Rockford, Ill, July 15, 1950. He was united in marriage to Maude Roberts on May 14, 1922, and to this union were born ten children: Delmar, Lee, Leona, Jimmy J., Elizabeth, Arlie, Bobby, Albert and John Paul. He leaves to mourn his going a loving wife and nine children, five grandchildren, his parents, three brothers and a host of other relatives and friends. One child, John Paul, a brother and two sisters preceded him in death. He was laid to rest in the Pine Cemetery, Ripley County, Miss. Chewalla Community: Mrs. Robert Derryberry entertained her primary Sunday School class with an ice cream party at home. 12 guests attended. Gravelhill Community: The Vacation Bible School had a good attendance with an average of 132. A wedding of interest to their many friends: Miss Myrlene Bolding and Mr. Donavan Dixon, at Hernando, Miss. Miss Bolding is the attractive and talented daughter of Rev. and Mrs. J.E. Bolding and Mr. Dixon is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Elmo Dixon. They will make their home in Memphis. Guys Community: Those sick this week: Mrs. A.K. Hamm has been suffering from an infection in her limb. John Sharp Sr. and Lewis Hamm are sick. Dakota Luster, of this community, was killed the first railroad crossing south of guys by No 12 between 5:30 and 6:00 o’clock, Sunday afternoon. Mr. V.L. McCoy of Sheffield, Ala, has arrived to assume his duties as principal of Guys School. Miss Betty Ann White, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Dewey C. White of Acton, and Sam H. Ingram, son of Mr. and Mrs. J.Q. Ingram of Guys, were married June 14, 1950. The bride is a graduate of Michie High School and received her training as a technician in Memphis. The groom attended Ramer High School and attended Memphis State College and Bethel College. He is a teacher at Guys school. Ramer community: Miss Mable Lawson who just graduated from Memphis State is remaining at the college as an assistant librarian. Rev. Marvin Hines and family went to Paducah, Ky. to purchase fans for the Baptist Church. Mr. and Mrs. Robert Kirk and Jim Will Dickey were in an automobile accident near Mayfield, Ky. W.D. Gibson was 89 years young Monday and what began as a quiet observance turned into a surprise party. His guests were: His daughters, Cora and Elsie Gibson, Mr. and Mrs. George King, Mrs. Florence Epps, Mrs. Rosettie Lock, Mrs. Sara McVey, Mrs. Patie Knight, Miss Martha Jo Knight, Miss Minnie King, Mrs. Pearl Folts and Mrs. Callie Armstrong. Mrs. Mabel Sanders Dunning died in St Louis, July 24. The body was brought to the home of a cousin, Mrs. J.B. Teague. Funeral will be at the Baptist church and interment in the Ramer Cemetery. She was the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Ben Sanders. She moved to St. Louis several years ago. Fifteen students are enrolled at Union University: Robert Lee Bearden, Leonard Blanton, James Littlefield, Fay Ross, of Adamsville; Troxey V. Jordan, Michie; Herbert Gray, Milledgeville; Arnold Hurst, Julius Hurst, Mary Richardson, William Scott, James Smith, James Thompson and Kathleen Wright of Selmer; Eugene Pipkin, Durrell Wilson of Stantonville. Stantonville Community: The pupils of the school here are very grateful to Mr. Reid Phillips for allowing them to make a softball diamond in his pasture, as there was no suitable place on the campus. Mr. and Mrs. Dock Whitaker had a family social at their house. Present were: Mr. and Mrs. Selvin Whitaker of Corinth, Mr. and Mrs. Brodie Whitaker of Gary, Ind., Mrs. Nettie Raines of Chambers Community, Mr. and Mrs. Rosco Raines & sons and Mr. and Mrs. T.A. Raines of near Lawton, Mr. and Mrs. Tad Tacker of Good Hope, Mr. and Mrs. Hayward Raines and daughter of Gilchrist, Mr. and Mrs. Ernest Treece and daughter of Oxford Creek. Stantonville P T A met to re-organize and elect officers. Mr. Dock Whitaker was re-elected president; Mrs. Euthia Dancer, secretary; Mrs. Maxine Carroll, treasurer; Mrs. Rex McComic, reporter. Mr. and Mrs. Doc Whittaker recently drove 477 miles to Gary, Ind. to visit his brother, Mr. and Mrs. Brodie Whitaker, Mr. and Mrs. Buster Churchwell and Miss Christine Whitaker. Mrs. Churchwell will be remembered to her McNairy County friends as the former Ruth Whitaker, daughter of Brodie Whitaker. Buster is the son of Mr. and Mrs. James Churchwell of Michie. Rose Creek Community: Mr. and Mrs. Warren King are the parents of a new baby boy. He has been named Terry Neal. Beauty Hill Community: Mrs. Oma Hill is on the sick list at this writing. Mrs. Benny Mullins was operated for appendicitis in Jackson. Melvin Holland and family have moved to Chester County, where his wife took up her duties at teacher at the Sweet Lips School. Harvey Green has left for East Tenn. where he will work in a potato cannery. Hardin’s Beauty Home Demonstration Club met in the home of Mrs. Hattie Meek with six members and three visitors present and two new members, Mrs. Vinie Meek and Mrs. Burras Newell. Mrs. Annie Foster gave the devotional. Mrs. Octavie Copland gave notes on home management. Mrs. Adeline Meek gave notes on poultry. Mrs. Leatrice Copeland gave notes on nutrition and Mrs. Newell gave notes on clothing. Vote for T.L. ‘Tad’ Tacker for Justice of the Peace in the Tenth Civil District. Crooked Creek Community: Rev. Roy Hill ate supper in the home of Mrs. Alma Holmes Friday night. Mr. Ben Hockaday and Mr. and Mrs. John Gain and children attended a birthday dinner in the home of Jim Ashe and family. Little Larry McHughes had the misfortune to fall and hurt his face on a nail at school. Adamsville Community: Mr. B.W. Wright is improved and has been able to sit up a bit for the past few days. Bill Ledbetter and Laurel Sanders attended the band concert in Savannah. The descendants of the late W.B. Plunk and wife met for their annual homecoming at the home of Mrs. Ruby Miller near Finger. All the brothers and sisters were there except Everett Plunk. Present were: M.C. Plunk of Jackson, Mrs. E.C. Holland and family, G.L. Plunk family of Bethel Springs; Elvis Plunk family, Mrs. Wesley Wilbanks and family, Mrs. Howard Freeman & family. Those of the grandchildren and great grandchildren were the families of: Paul Johnson, Cleo Holland, Leslie Holland, Melvin Holland, Mrs. Edith Miller all of Bethel Springs; Mrs. Camilla Felker of San Antonia, Texas; Laverne Plunk of Henderson; Elmo Holland of Stantonville, Mr. and Mrs. James Mayo of Booneville, Miss., Mr. and Mrs. Rayford Smith of Jackson and Charles Holland of Union City. Mr. Robert Croskery, a friend and Mrs. Harrison Vires. 67 people enjoyed the fellowship. Selmer Rose Club met in the home of Mr. John Wyatt with Miss Pauline Smith co-hostess. 18 members were present and several guests, Mrs. Herman Wallace, O.V. Erwin Jr., and Brooks Jones. Mr. Jones spoke on numerous things which we need to have done to make our town a prettier place in which to live. Selmer Community: Misses Vera O’Neal, Mary E. Wood, Mary Grace Kiser, Verlin Horton and Mrs. Leonard J Kerr went to Savannah Saturday to the band concert. Arthur Harris has been sick for some time. Mrs. J.D. Powell has been to Hot Springs, Ark for her health. Mrs. Napoleon Kirk went to see her grandson in a Memphis Hospital. Mrs. J.R. Curtis observed her birthday with 19 relatives and friends present. Darnell Whitten, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. J.H. Witten is the model for Jaggars Kiddie Shoppe. Saturday is the last day to buy Birdseye Diapers for $1.98 a dozen. Election Officials to hold the General Election on August 3, 1950. (Note: at each polling place there were 7 polling officials for the general election, and in most instances, 5 for the democrat primary and 5 for the republican primary.) O- Officer, J - Judges, C - Clerk, R -Register: 1- Leapwood: O - Dosie Eason, J - Cleatus Harris, Pony Gibson, Elmer Jamerson; C - Cora Hair, Lucille Plunk; R - Logan Surratt. 1 - Rocky Knob: O – H.S. Lott; J - Lloyd Bishop, R .O. McCoy, Buran Bullman; C – W.A. Plunk, Roy O’Neal; R - Tab Young. 2 - Rose Creek: O - Waldemar Williams; J – W.S. Robinson, Ernest Mitchell, Frank Brint; C – Mrs. Hugh Wood, Mrs. Celeste Higginbottom; R - Harrison Weeks 2 - Hunter’s: O - Elmer McMahan; J - Lem Smith, Chester Moore, Earl King; C – Mrs. Sim Hunter, Mrs. Roberta Ferguson; R - Virgil Hines. 3 - Adamsville: O - Charlie Perkins; J - Hobert Kemp, Jess Phillips, Millard Perkins; C - Ruby Dee Chishom, Burlean Orr; R - Lilliam Kemp. 4 - Gilchrist: 0 - Robert Browder; J - Tom Sanders, Clifton Case, Buck Ward; C - Kathleen Pettigrew, Mrs. Mansel Hendrix; R – J.C. Hollingsworth 4 - Stantonville: H.H. Garrison; J - Ernest Plunk, Carl Chandler, John Fullwood; C – Mrs. Ruthie Garrison, Johnnie McDaniel; R - Cecil Surratt 4 - Prospect: O - Everett Henson; J - Jim Gardner, Luco Crabtree, Jake Whitley; C – J.O. Gardner, Mrs. Earl McClain; R - Troy McDaniel 5 - East Selmer: O - Johnson Gooch; J - Hugh Maness, Boss Hockaday, Earl Gooch; C - Kathleen Wright, Louise Hamm 5 - Selmer: O - Tedford Jordan; J – D.G. Robinson, Logan Whittington, Eldon Thomas; C – Mrs. John R. Hunter, Miss Louise Hamilton 5 - North Selmer: O - Clarence Johnson; J - Jobe Cheshier, Jack Rinehart, John Lee Hendrix; C – Mrs. Howard Moore, Mrs. Troy Lockman; R - Newt Lovelace. 6 - Ramer: O - Alton Teague; J - Walter Smith, Jim Barnes, Vester Lee McCullar; J - Otto Dillon, Mrs. Joe Hamm (Mrs. Hamm still worked the elections until about 2004) R - Jim King 6 - Guys: O – C.F. Rinehart; J - Jack Barnett, Rayford Jernigan, J.L. Burns; C – Mrs. John Sharp, Mrs. J.L. Wren; R - Jess Teague 6 - Chewalla: O – J.L. Gilbert; J – A.J. King, Luther Coke, Carl Crocker; C – Mrs. Freda Fulton, Mrs. Odell Wren; R - John Stanfield. 7 - McNairy: O - Atlas Cheshier; J - Alfred Frye, Ernest Stout, Frank Clayton; C – Mrs. Eunice Henry, Mrs. Waldon Gadberry; R - Tom Smith 7 - Bowman’s Store: O - Arlis Garner; J - Bate Kernodle; Elmer Cox, Waldo Garner; C - Bob Maxwell, Leonard Maness; R - Willie Cox 8 - Cypress: O – A.S. Pittman; J - Arthur King, George Clark, Hubert Butler; C – Mrs. Ed Lacefield, Mrs. Orland Parmely; R - Aud Butler 8 - Taylors: O – W.G. Minton; J - Roy Taylor, Stant Kirk, Arthur Byrd; C - Paul Bodiford, Mrs. Willy Minton; R - Tennie Coleman 8 - Nethery: O - Emmett Sweat; J – J.F. Taylor, Doug Fortune, Stant Dunaway; C – Mrs. Stant Dunaway, Doug Fortune; R – Mrs. Eddie Locke. 9 - Gravel Hill: O - Opal Gray; J - Alvis Huggins, Bob Huie (maybe Hewitt) C.H. Burns; C - Ola Dee Curtis, Mrs. Anderson Cooksey; R – J.E. Bolding 9 - Michie: O - Hughes Thomas; J - Hubert Manuel, Ernest Gray, Aubrey Vinson; C – Mrs. Doc Howard, Mrs. Clydus Cunningham; R - Jake Gray 9 - Pebble Hill: O – J.W. Rickman; J – G.D. Kiddy; J.A. Morris, C.O. Farris; C – Mrs. W.A. Rickman, Mrs. Sam Rickman; R - Jack Wardlow 9 - Caffey: O - Luther Phillips; J – W.E. Whittemore, Eber Henry, M.F. Jones; C – Mrs. Walter Forsythe, Mrs. Lanie Moore; R - Fred North 10 - Purdy: O - Finis Jopling; J - Eber Holland, Troy Tacker, Nick Emmons; C – Mrs. Pony Henson, Adeline Ashe; R - Frank Curtis 10 - Finger: O - Robert Young; J - John Clayton, Harrison Brown, Harley Erwin; C – Mrs. Doyle Meadows, Ruby Walker; R – J.O. Mitchell 11- Bethel Springs: O - John Hendrix; J - Ed Campbell, Rube Cobb, Oren Blasingame; C - Frankie Deaton, Mary Nell Crawford; R – S.E. Brooks 12 - Milledgeville: O – L.C. Johnson; J – L.C. Bridges, Lester Bishop, A.B. Donaldson; C – Mrs. L.C. Bridges, Mrs. Paul Churchwell; R – W.A. Lesley Signed by Election Commission: Houston Thrasher, Brooks Jones, F.E. Higginbotton. Volume 47 Number 34: Wilbur Wright, Editor and Publisher

August 4, 1950

Michie American Legion Post has a news release according to Mr. J.B. Childers, principal of Michie School. On June 5, Baxter Qualls, left Michie Community to go to Lebanon, Tenn, to attend the annual Boys State at Castle Heights Military Academy. Qualls was elected to the office of Fire Chief. The annual McNairy Co. Fox Hunt has been scheduled for August 8-9. This get-together of all the fox hunters in the county will take place near Rocky Knob, about 4 miles north of Leapwood. According, to Jerry Smith, secretary, there will be a Bench Show for puppies under one year old, as well as Derby and All Age at the camp ground. Arrangements have been made for plenty of barbecue. An abundance of foxes are reported in the Rocky Knob section and the dogs are expected to get a good work out. As we go to press with this issue, qualified voters over the county are casting their ballots for the candidates of their choice. Adamsville Horse and Livestock Show next week. $1,702.00 in prizes offered. Both shows to be held at the Adamsville Show Grounds. Selmer FHA girls attend training conference at U-T Junior College. Attending: Betty Green, Nancy Crabtree, Dean Herchenhahn and their advisor, Mrs. George Scott. Ice cold watermelon is a perfect dessert in hot weather. Pebble Hill community: Mr. and Mrs. Earl Moore are parents of a new baby girl. Mr. C.W. Whitaker has returned to a Memphis hospital. The meeting closed here Friday with no visible results. This community was shocked beyond expression by the sudden passing of Mr. Hubert Baker. The writer has known this family for a number of years as dependable Christian people Molting hen with small, shriveled combs are not laying and will not pay for their feed. It is a good practice to sell low producing hens during July and August. Ramer Community: We are glad to welcome Mr. and Mrs. Boucher and small son Tim, who moved from Somerville last week to the Paul Teague residence on Hwy 57 East. Mr. Boucher is the vocational agriculture teacher at Ramer School. A series of meeting at the Antioch Church of Christ conducted by Elder Williams will close tonight. Overflow crowds have been in attendance and there have been a large number of additions to the church. Stantonville Community: Miss Eula Mae Vaughn, Juanita Burks, Gene Christopher and Junior Kiddy enjoyed a watermelon supper at Rhea Springs one night last week. Miss Jean Dancer, a registered nurse, left for Ripley, Tenn where she will be working in the hospital there. There will be preaching here next week. Sunday, there will be two services and dinner on the ground at Clear Creek and the remainder of the services will be at the church here. Chewalla Community: Miss Virginia Derryberry left for Camp Linden as a representative of Chewalla Baptist Church to attend a series of Sunday School assemblies. Mr. Aubrey Gurley is in the hospital in Corinth convalescing from a recent appendectomy. Gravelhill Community: Mrs. Ella South has been sick all week. Mr. and Mrs. Douglas (maybe should be Dudley?) Richards are the proud parents of a fine son. A large crowd attended the cream supper at the school building Friday night. Rev. J.E. Bolding, Mr. and Mrs. Alvis Huggins, Mr. and Mrs. Opal Gray attended the funeral of Mr. Hubert Baker Saturday afternoon at Pebble Hill. Mr. and Mrs. Lex Armstrong have moved into their beautiful new home. The Gravel Hill Home Demonstration Club met with Mrs. Millie Springer. For Sale: Concrete well tile. See or phone Amos Smith, located 2 mi south of Selmer. Telephone 2812. For Rent: large five room house located on Warren Ave in Selmer. This is the Pole Hester House. Mount Zion Community: Bobby Holmes was honored with a birthday supper at the home of his mother in Crooked Creek. Mrs. Everett Henson enjoyed a birthday dinner at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Edward McDaniel. There is a revival meeting now in progress at the Mt. Zion School House. Mr. and Mrs. John Barton drove from California recently to the home of their daughter, Mrs. Hobert Patterson of Bethel Springs. They lived in McNairy County all their lives until 1923. They operated what was known as Barton’s Store on the Finger Leapwood road. Many of the old-timers will remember them well. They moved to Humboldt in 1923 and to California in 1943. They have six children, but only one, Cora Patterson, still lives in McNairy County. Polio Precautions: Keep children with their own friends and away from people they have not been with right along. Don’t become exhausted through work or hard play. Don’t stay too long in cold water or sit around in wet clothes. Always wash hands before eating. Watch for feverishness, sore throat, headache, upset stomach or sore muscles. Mt. Gilead Home Dem. Club annual picnic met at the home of Mr. and Mrs. E.C. Causey and Mr. and Mrs. J.E. Henley. Tables were placed on the front lawn and were heavily loaded with good things to eat. After the picnic, games were played, including ‘sack rare’ and squirrel up a tree.’ Miss Betty Jo Sams and Mr. McReynolds showed some entertaining movies, especially Abbott and Costello. 75 people were present, including families of: Carl Wilson, W.H. Jordan, W.A. Henson, Ulyss Henson, Ernest Mitchell, Elbert Kiestler, Hugh Woods, Marshall Mitchell, Romas Ray, W.R. Hanna, W.C. Henson, Guy Wade Ray, Mrs. R.D. Sparks and J.E. Henley. Eight visitors: Mr. and Mrs. Louis Jernigan and daughter, Shelby Jean Roten, Johnson Ray, Inetha Moore, Annie Sue Jernigan and Mrs. J.E. Moore. The First Methodist Church of Selmer invites you to worship in our Air Conditioned Sanctuary. Call Willard Surratt at 2510, Adamsville for floor sanding. Showing at the Ritz next week: Dear Wife - Federal Agent At Large - The Paleface - It Happened One Night - The Golden Stallion - Riding High Crooked Creek Community: Mr. and Mrs. Oscar Whitaker and family spent Sunday with her sister Mrs. Finis Jopling. The Joplings recently purchased a store in Selmer and invite all their friends to come in and visit them. Mrs. Sarah Elizabeth Wood Quinn who resides at Stantonville celebrated her 88 th birthday on August 1 at the home of her son, Will Quinn. On Sunday, July 30, the children and friends of Mr. J.O. Cox and wife, met at his home four miles south of Selmer to help him celebrate his 79 th birthday. Three of their five living children were there. Families present: Willie Cox of Bethel Springs, Mrs. Carlie Cox of Ramer, Mrs. Albert H. Brown of Selmer, Mr. Arlen Cox, Mr. Monroe Cox from Bethel Springs. Virgil Cox of Hornsby. Rev A.H. Cox of Bethel Springs, Miss Grace Cox of Silerton, Mr. Gent Knight, Mrs. Euphia Cox, Mrs. Mattie Cox, Mrs. Clarence Barnes, Mrs. Phernettie Fulghum, Mrs. Willie Parsons, John Robinson, Monroe Johnson, Mrs. Cecil Cox, Mrs. Evelyn Tackett and Mr. and Mrs. Roy Seay. The North Selmer community singing will be held at the first Pentecostal Church on Sunday. Noel Long, son of Mr. and Mrs. W J Long of Bethel Springs is the Jaggars Kiddie Shoppe Model this week. Let the Records Speak: Within the last 23 months Sheriff Hugh Kirkpatrick and deputies have destroyed 69 complete stills in McNairy County. Eight wide-open beer joints operating within a three- mile radius of Selmer, without permits, have been closed since Hugh Kirkpatrick went into office Sept 8, 1948. Four joints at State Line have been closed and padlocked as a direct result of the efforts of Hugh Kirkpatrick. State line is now closed and will stay closed. Hugh Kirkpatrick has had 10 years of experience as a successful law enforcement officer. Times like the present call for a competent, experienced, humane, and considerate Sheriff. Help re-elect Hugh Kirkpatrick, sheriff for McNairy County. Volume 47 Number 35. Wilbur Wright, Editor and Publisher.

August 11, 1950

McNairy County voters flocked to the polls last Thursday with the largest vote in history of county recorded in August 3 rd election: 8202 votes cast. County results: for Sheriff - Hugh Kirkpatrick 4269, Noah Allen Robinson 3572; Tax Assessor - Montie Etheridge 3744, Cecil Suggs 2704; Trustee - DeWitt Hamilton 4720, J.D. Jones 2569; Road Commissioner - Ervin C. Hester 3863, T.L. ‘Dock’ Morris 3709; County Court Clerk - Loyd I. Barnes 3238, J.T. Burks 4131, Derryberry 119; Circuit Court Clerk - Hayse Jackson 4058, King 3232; Register -Andy Stanley 3217, Ponnie Tacker 3942; County Judge – B.Y. Howell 5081, L.E. Scott 3247. In the Democratic Primary, Browning won with 2594 votes. For Tennessee Representative - Leo Atkins 1539 and Justine Thrasher 2257. In the Republic Primary, R.H. Croskery won Tennessee Representative. He had no opposition. In November he will oppose the Democrat nominee, Justin Thrasher. Justice of Peace Elections: First District – W.F. Maness and C.S. Treece; Ninth District - James Churchwell and J.E. Bolding; Tenth District – J.L. Tacker; Eleventh District - Otis Plunk and Wilbur Robinson; Twelfth District – R.E. Wade and W.S. Bingham. Constables elected: Second District: R.B. Leonard; Ninth District - Thurman Brown. Lester Hamm of Ramer was re-elected as School Board Member. American Jersey Cattle club announces recent purchases of registered Jerseys in McNairy County: Roy R. McIntyre of Bethel Springs purchased Design Tennessee Foxy from Wayne F. Martin of Selmer. Agnes C. Dickson of Bethel Springs purchased Favorite Peeress Estella from the herd of R.M. Dickson, also of Bethel Springs. Max Miller of Finger purchased Fillpail Maid Pollyann from James E. Miller of Bethel Springer. Estel Forsythe purchased Pinnacle Design Agnes form G.W. Hall in Selmer. Wilson H. Forsythe purchased Gladen Lassie Design from G.W. Hall of Selmer. W.A. Cooper of Selmer purchased Design Titan Royal from L.M. Derryberry of Ramer. Ships weigh less when traveling east than when traveling west. Memphis State to have Tuesday and Thursday evening and Saturday graduate school to help teachers get their degree. Mr. J.D. Kiser, age 40, died at the Baptist Hospital in Memphis on Saturday night, July 22, 1950. Besides his wife and four children, he is survived by his parents Mr. and Mrs. Davie Kiser of Selmer; three brothers, Lester, Hugh and Ken Kiser; Mrs. Toy McDaniel and Mrs. Clarence Williams. Funeral services were conducted by Bro J.E. Bolding and Bro. W.R. Dillon. He was laid to rest in the Falcon Cemetery. The family looked after arrangements according to his request. Mrs. Mable Gilbert Dunning, age 39, died in St. Louis, Mo., on Monday, July 24, 1950. Her remains were brought to Ramer for burial. Following services, conducted by Revs. Wayne Cox and Otto Dillon, at the Ramer Baptist church, she was laid to rest in the Ramer Cemetery. Shackelford Funeral Directors had charge of the local arrangements. She was a Baptist. Surviving are her husband, E.A. Dunning; three daughters, Mrs. Mildred Williams, Bille Jean and Shelba Gilbert; one son William Gilbert; mother, Mrs. B.H. Sanders of Ft. Pillow, Tenn., and two brothers Arnold and Cletus Gilbert, also of Ft. Pillow. Mr. Hubert Cox, formerly of McNairy County, died at his home in Dexter, Mo., on July 29, 1950. He leaves his wife and five children; Parvin and George Cox of Dexter; W.T. Cox of St. Louis, Mrs. Nina Rynebott of Parma, Mo., Mrs. Helen Crow of Dexter; also his mother, Mrs. Mattie Moore of Selmer, one brother and two sisters - Loyd Cox of Selmer, Mrs. C.L. Atkins of Jackson and Mrs. Albert Campbell of Whiteville. Mt. Zion Community: We are glad Mrs. Dolphia McCullar is slowing improving after a recent illness. Several friends of Larry Case enjoyed a birthday party Saturday afternoon. Mr. Gene Davis of Texas, half brother of Mr. Dan Willis, visited here this week. This is first visit back in 46 years. Gravel Hill Community: Mrs. Lizzie Hockaday of Birmingham, Ala., is spending a few days with her granddaughter Mrs. Lacy Willis and visiting others in the community. She is 85 years young and in good health. Selmer community: Mrs. James Mitchell went to visit her brother in the Kennedy Hospital in Memphis. Mr. and Mrs. Grover Robertson have moved to Henderson. S.E. Burks has gone to Omaha, Nebraska to attend a Woodman of the World convention. Mr. and Mrs. Tommy Robertson have also moved to Henderson. Mrs. O.S. Abernathy is on vacation from her job at the telephone exchange. Mrs. John Raymond, daughter of the late Rev. W.A. 'Billy' Jordan, a famous Baptist evangelist, stopped to visit the Tedford Jordan family. Billy Jordan was born and raised in the Gravel Hill community. Miss Frances Wallace, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Oscar Wallace, of Ramer, is recuperating from an appendectomy. Kiefer Robertson and family have moved into the new home completed on Fifth St. Mr. Hubert Clyde Baker, age 48, died suddenly at his home near Michie on Thursday, July 27, 1950. Funeral services, conducted by Bro. Parker, were held at the Pebble Hill Church with burial in the cemetery there. Shackelford Funeral Directors were in charge of arrangements. Pallbearers were: Homer, Heard, Earl Julius and Gene Mills and J.R. Michie. The deceased is survived by his wife, Mrs. Lula May Baker, one son, Gerald Ray Baker; daughters, Mary Rickman, Patsy Ann and Brenda Jane Baker of Michie; three brothers, Walter, Marlin and Elbert Baker; mother, Mrs. McClain and one grandchild. Notice has been given for Supervisors in Soil Conversation District for three year terms. The following to be voted on: Leo Atkins, John T. McIntyre, Mullens Petty, Frank Plunk, Otis Plunk and A.C. Raines. Election to be August 19 in the following places: Selmer, Bethel Springs, McNairy, Finger, Leapwood, Adamsville, Stantonville, Michie - Gooch’s Store, Ramer, Guys, Chewalla. All persons, firms and corporations owing land in the district are eligible to vote. Committee to hold election is J.E. Hodges, C.S. Treece and Elgin Howard. Fly wingers vibrate 330 times a second. For the happiest miles of your life, you can’t beat the Pontiac Thomas-Farris Pontiac Co, Hwy 64 East, Selmer. Phone 137J. Ramer community: The Baptist revival meeting began Sunday. A two weeks’ meeting will begin at the Cumberland Presbyterian Church next Monday with Paul Brown as the evangelist. Friends and family Mrs. Arnie Huggins will celebrate her 93 rd birthday next Sunday. Stantonville Community: The family of Mr. and Mrs. Charlie Raines went to Pickwick Sunday for their annual family reunion and dinner. Others present were: Mr. and Mrs. Horry Raines, Harold and Joyce; Mr. and Mrs. Archie Raines and Larry Wayne; Mr. and Mrs. Roy Raines and Douglas; Mr. and Mrs. Dock Howard; Charles Raines Jr.; Miss Patricia Nunley, Edwin Hurley and James Houston. Stantonville PTA met recently and plans for re-opening the school lunch room were discussed. Armstrong Feed Store on South Railroad Street. We now have 2000 gals. of feed on hand. Feed Corno and Watch ‘Em Grow. Showing at the Ritz next week: Riding High - Under My Skin - Three Came Home - Desperadoes - Son of New Mexico - The Big Lift. Also cartoon almost every night. Guys Community: Forrest Bailey is doing some thoroughly intelligent preaching here at the Guys Church. The ordainment of Raymond Rowsey was touching for his family, his community and his home church on August 6. Out of towners attending this service: Mr. and Mrs. Jo David Robinson, Mr. and Mrs. J.C. Taylor, Martha Lynn Jordan of Selmer, Mr. and Mrs. Willie Rowsey, Mr. and Mrs. Grady Lambert, Mr. Baily of Corinth; Mrs. Raymond Rowsey’s family of Corinth; Rev. and Mrs. Forrest Bailey, Jane & Preston of Mo.; Mr. and Mrs. Charles Houston and Ann of Nashville. Others attending the meeting this week: Bro. and Mrs. Geo Patterson, Ed Atkins, Mr. and Mrs. George Johnson, Mrs. Mamie Hintin, Mrs. Gilbert McCarter, Betty Cantrell of Corinth; Mrs. Wilbur Wright, Mr. and Mrs. Ralph Huggins, Mrs. Pyle, Mrs. Minnie Ramer, Mr. and Mrs. Eber Greer, Mary Wood, Mary Grace Kiser, Lola Francis Kiser, Mr. and Mrs. J.C. Houston, Mrs. D.G. Robinson, Mrs. George Bassham, J.L. Meeks, Mr. and Mrs. Tedford Jordan, Larry Jordan, Mr. and Mrs. Virgil Massengill, Miss Verda Anderson from Selmer; Odell Wallace of Memphis; Mr. and Mrs. Andy Stanley, Dory and Neva from Adamsville. We are indebted to Mrs. Lewis Hamm, Joyce Suggs, Mary Ann Harben and others for some lovely floral offerings at the church during our revival. Gospel Revival at Mt. Gilead Baptist church, next week. Morning message at 10 o’clock and evening message at 8 o’clock. Evangelist is P.H. Jernigan. West District Singing will be held at North Selmer Baptist church this Sunday. 120 men accompanied Columbus when he discovered America. Edison invested the flash light in 1914. Inez June Willis Tippins of Ramer, received a degree of Bachelor of Arts at Athens College on August 8. Selmer chapter of Future Homemakers elected officers at a recent meeting. The freshman and sophomore classes were so large it was necessary to have two sections of each. Officers: Freshman, section 1: Pres - Martha Ann Wright, VP - Patricia Nunley; Sec/Treas - Ann Phillips; Reporter - Marilyn Watson; Historian - Ester King. Freshman, section 2: Pres - Nancy Crabtree, VP - Annie Rea Ray; Sec/Treas - Dottie Mitchell; Reporter - Mary Ann Henson; Historian - Bonnie Sue McMahan. Sophomore, section 1: Pres -Mary Alice Smith, VP - Rachel Prather; Sec/Treas - Myrea Baker; Reporter - Betty Robertson; Historian - Freida Moore; Parliamentarian - Martha Jane Brooks. Sophomore section 2: Pres -Betty Green, VP - Wilma Higginbottom; Sec/Treas - Rebecca Sanders; Reporter - Mary Lou Marcus; Historian - Inetha Moore; Parliamentarian - Junelle Johnson. Junior Class: Pres - Rebecca Williams, VP - Bobby Maxwell; Sec/Treas -Dorothy Browder; Reporter - Demovia Gray; Historian - Dean Herchenhahn; Parliamentarian - Lila Jo Henson. Volume 47 No 36 - Wilbur Wright, Editor and Publisher.

August 18, 1950

The Home and Farm Electrical Exposition will be in Selmer in September. There will be an electric range demonstration showing how electric cook stove gives women freedom from the kitchen and facts about a home freezer. The annual fox hunt and bench show of the McNairy County Fox Hunters Association was held near Rocky Knob August 8-9. The Fox Hunters were honored with the presence of Governor Gordon Browning. More than 90 dogs were cast for the first night’s hint. Running was only fair, as rain fell most of the night. The Best Hound was won by Charlie Stovall of Somerville and best opposite sex was won by ‘Mandy’ owned by Carter Smith of Selmer. The crowd was estimated at more than 1000 hunters and spectators. Sheriff Kirkpatrick’s deputies were busily engaged for several hours in chopping up copper still and copper pipe in order to dispose of scrap copper. Two stills have been confiscated in the last two weeks. A 20 barrel outfit was located about two miles north of Ramer. Deputies I.W. Randolph and W.W. Randolph, Willie Smith and R.B. Leonard raided a 6 barrel outfit about four miles of Pocahontas. The boys of the T & I department have finished the installation of some 260 steel lockers in the hall of the Selmer High School. All high school students and the eighth grade may buy or rent one. To rent the cost is $2.00 per year. Mrs. Eldon Thomas, Chm. Locker committee. Through the combined efforts of the Selmer Lions Club and local school officials Selmer will inaugurate night football. The lights and poles have been ordered. A road has been completed to the field and parking space will be at one end. There will be five night games played this year. For Sale: 1 house and lot in Bethel Springs; A palace Wood Cook Stove; 1 Warm Morning Coal Heater; a 1927 Doge Coup Automobile, 1 Kitchen Cabinet, 1 Ellington Piano, 1 Large Cabinet Phonograph and 50 or more records. See R.H. Barner, Bethel Springs. The annual revival meeting will begin in an arbor near the home of Jack Brown in the Pleasant Grove Community. Rev. H.A. Cox will do the preaching. Stantonville Community: Mr. and Mrs. Franklin Hunt and children of Cottage Hills, Ill. spent their vacation with his sisters and brother of West Shiloh and Selmer recently. During this time they enjoyed a fish fry at the picnic grounds at Pickwick. Others present: Mr. and Mrs. G.N. Weatterford, Mr. and Mrs. Elgin Howard and son Kenneth, Mr. and Mrs. Leslie Hunt and Mr. and Mrs. C.W. Wardlow and Archie B. July 24 th was opening day for football practice at Selmer High School. Coaches George Miller and Jerry Smith were greeted by some 25 moleskin aspirants. Members of the 1949 team returning are: Jerry Barron, Hubert Miller, J.H. Whitaker, Leland Kiser, Will D. McClain, Gordon Sparks, Bill Kirk, Lawrence Kirk, Ray Hamm, Joe McReynolds, Junior Pollard and James E. Thomas. Newcomers to the squad are: James Wharton, Johnny Hollis, Clifford Kirk, Jimmy Jones, Billy Gene Mullins, Billy Beeber, Malcolm Moore, J.C. Holley, Lamar Sparks, Jim Carlen, Carnell Roland, Edward Henson, Kenneth Hawkins and Clarence Kirk. Hubert Miller was elected captain and Will D. McClain co-captain. Rose Creek Community: Mrs. Lillian Moore visited old friends and attended the meeting at Sandy Flatt this week. Pebble Hill Community: Mr. and Mrs. Aud Heath are the proud parents of a daughter, Mary Ruth who was born on the morning of July 31. Several from here attended the services at West Shiloh Baptist Church the past two weeks. The tent revival at Michie Church of God is continuing this week with large crowds in attendance. Election day was a ‘warm day’ in spite of the cool weather. Old 16 th Community: Bro. Blankenship closed a very successful meeting at Hopewell on Saturday at the water’s edge. There were a number of conversions and 14 joined the church. A large number from this community went to Mt. Pigsah Sunday night. Prayer meeting held at Hopewell on Wednesday night. On Sunday, Aug 13, a surprise dinner was given for Albine Kernodle on his 66 th birthday. His birthday is Aug 9 th . Mr. and Mrs. Kernodle went to church and when they returned the children at dinner spread on a large table in the yard. One cake was for the youngest daughter who was 14 years old. Mr. Kernodle’s cake was his favorite - pineapple baked by his daughter Minnie Lee. All the children were there except one. Present were: Mr. and Mrs. Dossie Baucum; Mr. and Mrs. Thurman Tull and Barbara; Mrs. Daphine Dowty, Nancy & W.L.; Mr. and Mrs. Carthell May, Judy and Jimmy; Mr. and Mrs. Wendall Whitten, Kay, Jerry, Janice; Mr. and Mrs. Harlin B. Johnson; John David and Alice Kernodle. In the afternoon watermelons were served to all. Old Cool Springs Community: Our Sunday School is still growing and we invite you to attend if you are not attending somewhere else. The Sunday School classes spent Sunday at the Memphis Zoo and other places. Mrs. Nora Barham is very sick and Mrs. Mollie O’Neal is no better. Kroger: Live Better For Less: specials this week - Avondale flour 25 lb bag $1.59; Cheese Food 2 lb bx 65¢; Pet Milk 3 for 39¢; Fruit jars 77¢ a box. On Sunday, Aug 6 th , the family of C.A. Johnson, who lives four miles west of Bethel Springs, came to help him celebrate his 76 th birthday. A very nice dinner was spread out under a shade tree. About 125 people took part in the celebration. Family present were: Clarence John and family of Selmer; Aubrey, Fred, Carl and Tommie Lee Johnson of Bethel Springs; Mrs. Pearl Teague and family of Ramer; Monroe Johnson family from Selmer; Mr. and Mrs. Pollie Baker; Mr. and Mrs. Jim Johnson and family of Alamo; Mr. and Mrs. Ernest King of Memphis. It takes 10 inches of snow to equal 1 inch of rain. Ramer Community: Sgt. and Mrs. B.L. Gipson and son Jerry from Memphis visited relatives before moving to their new home in Washington, D.C. Mrs. Gipson’s mother is Mrs. J.H. Reeder. Mr. and Mrs. Earl Jones brought in a tomato that tipped the scales at four pounds. The plant gave up by a volunteer where tomatoes were grown last year. Chewalla community: Mr. and Mrs. Gilbert Mullins have returned from a pleasant motor trip to points of interest in Florida. Gravel Hill Community: Revival will begin here on Sunday. Some from our community have been attending the revival at New Hope. Members of the Brotherhood are installing fans at the Baptist church. Gospel Meeting begins August 23 rd at Church of Christ in Shiloh. Dinner on the ground on Sunday Aug 27 th . Step in..... step up in the world. See the beautiful Chrysler New Yorker Newport at Grady County & son, Hwy 45 S in Selmer. The new telephone directory that has just been delivered contains many new and changed listing. You can avoid many wrong numbers by referring to the directory when in doubt. Southern Bell Telephone and Telegraph Service. Wanda Faye Matlock, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. R.C. Matlock is the Jaggars Kiddie Shoppe model. You can still buy baby shoes for 98¢ . Mr. John Robert Henry, age 74, died at his home in McNairy August 15, 1950. He was the father of Mr. Sam Henry, Selmer resident who for many years was Circuit Court Clerk of McNairy County. Rev. Loyd Ramer conducted the services at Liberty Church and he was laid to rest in the cemetery there. Shackelford Funeral Directors were in charge of arrangements. Mr. Henry is survived by his wife, Mrs. Nora Henry, seven sons: Eber, Samuel, Brodie, Vivian, Linsey, Howard and Bluford Henry; five daughters: Mrs. Tom Scott, Mrs. Clarence Booth, Mrs. Arnold Stout, Mrs. Willie Grimm, Mrs. R.D. Johnson; 39 grandchildren and 8 great grandchildren. Several brothers also survive. Eight grandsons served as pallbearers: James, Wayne, Edward Ernest, Robert, Paul and Ray Henry and Mr. Grimm. Funeral services for Mrs. Fannie McIntyre of Finger, Tenn, were held from the Finger Church of Christ with O.S. Latham conducting the services. Burial was in Mt. Carmel Cemetery with Casey Funeral Home in charge of the funeral arrangements. Mrs. McIntyre passed away in a Jackson, Tenn. hospital on Monday, August 7, 1950. She had resided in the Finger community most of her life and was 75 years old. Survivors include: a son, Terrell McIntyre of Finger; a step-son, Wm. S. McIntyre of St. Louis, Mo.; three daughters, Mrs. Logan McCaskill and Mrs. J.R. Moore, both of Finger and Mrs. Lester Sharp of Adamsville; a step-daughter, Mrs. Talley James of Byars, Okla; a brother J.D. Carroll of Adamsville; two sisters, Mrs. J.A. Brasfield of Henderson and Mrs. W.H. Walker of Bloomington, Ill. Little Jimmy Dewayne, age 2, died at his home in the Gravel Hill community on Wednesday, August 16, 1950. Funeral services were conducted by Bro. Baily, were held in the Gravel Hill Baptist Church on Thursday, Aug 17. Burial was in Adamsville Cemetery. Little Jimmy is survived by his mother Mrs. Burlean King; three half-sisters, Jo Ann, Johnnie Fay and Ione Roberts; and one half brother Thomas Buel Roberts. Selmer Community: Mr. and Mrs. Jewel Lancaster enjoyed a wonderful dinner prepared to honor Mrs. Lancaster’s birthday at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Bill Webb at Starkville, Miss. Mrs. Alfred Prather is receiving treatment at the Baptist Hospital in Memphis. The Loyal Workers class of the First Christian Church were royally entertained with a chicken supper on the spacious lawn at the home of Mrs. George Basham. Members present were: Miss Verda Anderson, Mrs. Wilbur Wright, Mrs. Alton Scott, Mrs. Clyde Reedy, Mrs. Lucille Holloman, Mrs. Frank Perry, Mrs. Herbert Lewis, Mrs. Cecil Crawford, Mrs. Louie Graham, Mrs. Buel Kiser, Mrs. Virgil Massengill and Miss Mary Wood. Flowers for the living goes to Mr. J.B. Huggins, long-time correspondent , who is now 82. James Bryant Huggins was born October 31, 1867 in a two-story log house near Gravel Hill. He was the ninth child in a family of twelve children born to James M. and Elizabeth Springer Huggins. Of this large family, only Mr. Huggins and Mrs. F.G. Raspberry of Windom, Texas, are now living. All of Mr. Huggins’ brothers and sisters moved to Texas more than fifty years ago to seek their fortune in the Great West. But he decided to remain on the farm where he was born, to rear his family, believing that where a man was contented was the best place for him to live and rear a family. This no doubt has proved true many times. Mr. Huggins was married to Mary Ellen Prince in 1895. To this union were born ten children, five of which are now living; two sons, Roy and Alvin, who live on the farm where Mr. Huggins was born; and three daughters, Mrs. Vada Weatherford and Mrs. Alta Pickering of Memphis and Mrs. Martha Coln of Michie. Mr. Huggins is a farmer by birth and by choice and farmed on the land on which he was born until he retired a few years ago. He was one of the most progressive farmers of this county, and practiced diversified farming and soil erosion control for many years, being one of the first farmers in the to build terraces and to sow cover crops, having sowed vetch long before it was recognized as a cover crop. Mr. Huggins has, by good soil building practices, lived to see the farm on which he was born, produce more per acre that it did when first plowed years before the Civil War. Although he farmed in the ‘horse and mule age,’ he longed to see a tractor in operation on his farm. He has lived to see that, and says that he gets a lot of joy in hearing one run. Mr. Huggins got his education in a one-room school building near Gravel Hill. The seats in the building were made of split logs. The subjects taught were the ‘Three R’s.’ Some of the teachers were: Bunyan Sanders, A.B. Hamm, Mrs. Nina Knight and Miss Mollie Hubbles. Mr. Huggins has been active in church and civic affairs during his life. He served as a member of the County Court for 18 years, during that time he was present at every roll call. He was a promoter of good roads and schools, and along with J.R. Gooch, H.P. Woods, W.K. Abernathy and others, promoted the grading of the first road by machinery in this county, part of which is a piece of road south of Gravel Hill, then called Burlington Route or No 5. Mr. Huggins recalls when it would take a day to make a round trip by wagon over bad roads to Corinth, Miss. Now it takes less than an hour to make the same trip, due to our improved road systems and mode of travel. Mr. Huggins was a community news writer to the Independent for fifty years, retiring from that only a few years ago. He recalls several interesting incidents during his life. One was when he was about sixteen while working as ‘Dust Monkey’ at his father’s sawmill, his head came in contact with a circle saw. A Mr. Monroe, who was operating the mill shut the power off, thinking that there was a dead boy in the dust pit, but he found that the accident wasn’t fatal, but his head was so badly cut it would require an operation. He was placed in a buggy pulled by boys and men, with Mr. Monroe holding his head, and carried to the house. W.J. (Wink) Olive went by mule to Corinth to get a surgeon, returning with surgeons Young and Sanderson, who came by buggy and performed the operation - inserting a silver plate in his skull. After what seem to be a hopeless case, he recovered, and has lived to see many wonderful improvements in methods to aid the sick and injured. Mr. Huggins, who still lives in the Gravel Hill community, on the farm where he was born, thinks that he lives in the best community, the best county, the best state, and the best nation on earth, and hopes in reclining years that he has had a little part in making it such a place in which to live. Volume 47 No 38 - Wilbur Wright, Editor and Publisher.

August 25, 1950

Farm Bureau picnic was held at Shiloh Park on Tuesday, with the largest crowd ever. The following directors were elected to serve one year: Leo Atkins, Michie; Otis Plunk, Bethel Springs; L.M. Derryberry, Ramer; B.E. Jones, Selmer; M.C. Etheridge, Finger; H.G. Wallace, Selmer; Poney Gibson, Bethel Springs; H.K. Maness, Selmer; Sam Kerby, Adamsville; W.W. Thompson, Selmer; W.R. Wilson, Bethel Springs; Mrs. Mullen Petty, Guys. The Selmer football field will be energized with lights for the first home game on Sept 15. Pickwick Electric is accepting nominees for Trustees from Districts 2, 4, 6,8,and 9. A committee selected to make nominations were: Ovid Boling , Dist 2; J..O Mitchell, Dist 4; F.M. Goad, Dist 6; Dock Whitaker, Dist 8; and J.Win Robertson, Dist 9. The committee reported the following nominees: Dist 2 – Mr. H.M. O’Neal, Morris Chapel; Dist 4 – Mr. Albert Weaver, Finger; Dist 6 – Mr. Charlie Duren, Adamsville; Dist 8 – Mr. Gilcie Carroll, Stantonville; Dist 9 – M.r Leo Atkins, Michie. The Pickwick by-laws state any 15 members in a district may place a nomination. In Adamsville, Dist. 6, the name Mr. A.H. Warner was nominated to oppose Mr. Charlie Duren. Those members that signed the petition were: Leland Majors, Charlie Copeland, C.N. Paris, Henry Dickey, Peery Perkins, Grady Donaldson, Robert Nichols, Millard Smith, Dew Burks, W.B. Crotts, W.H. Vinson, T.E. Chisholm, Wayne Gilchrist, A.W. Freeman, Willard Scott, Claude Malone, D.L. Pierce, C.H. Brewer, L.G. Vaughn, H.W. Vinson, R.G. Majors, Lyle P. Varnall, R.M. Gean, O. L. Walker, D.C. Gibson, T.R. Frazier, O.N. Goodrum and J.L. Messer. Mid-South fair open Sept 21 in Memphis for 10 days. A new $50,000 National Guard Armory for McNairy County got under way last Tuesday and should be completed within 70 good working days. Soil Conservation Supervisors elected, although the vote was rather light, indicating a lack of interest. Those elected: Otis Plunk, A.C. Raines, John T. McIntyre. J.E. Hodges and Clyde Treece were already supervisors. The Selmer PTA met to discuss plans for the year and elected officers. Elected: President- Mrs. Herman Wallace; FirstVice P- Irby Basinger; Second Vice P - Leslie Moore; Secretary - Hazel Boggan; Treasurer – Mrs. Irby Basinger. If the milk is heated first and then beaten into mashed potatoes, the potatoes will be fluffy and light. The annual Pickwick Electric meeting will be the biggest ever with actual demonstrations of farm and home electric equipment. For the ladies there will be special demonstrations of electric cookery, frozen foods and other labor saving appliances. For the men feed grinding machinery, an electric workshop, a poultry house and an electric water system. Pvt. Billy Patrick has begun his training at Lackland Air Force Base in San Antonio Texas. Mr. Willie Mitchell, age 68, who resided in the Mt. Gilead community, died on Friday, Aug 18, 1950. Funeral services conducted by Rev. Jernigan, were held at the Mt. Gilead. He was a Baptist. Shackelford Funeral Directors were in charge. Pallbearers were: John Mitchell, W.K. Franklin, Virgil, Joseph and Andrew Mitchell. The deceased was laid to rest in the Mt. Gilead cemetery. Mr. Mitchell is survived by five brothers, Marshall, Neely, Robert, Earnest and L.F. Mitchell and one sister Mrs. Jernigan.

Mrs. Sarah May Blasingame, wife of G.A. Blasingame of Ramer, died on Aug 20, 1950. She was 64. Services, conducted by Rev. Richardson, were held at the Ramer Presbyterian (CP) Church and burial in the Mt. Vernon cemetery. Shackelford Funeral Directors were in charge of arrangements. Besides her husband, the deceased is survived by one daughter, Mrs. Johnny Burns; one son, James B. Blasingame; three granddaughters, Janette Burns, Sandra Burns and Linda Burns; one sister Mrs. C.L. Majors; and two brothers, John Lawson and A.R. Smith, Funeral services for Arthur A. Harris, retired GM & O employee, who died at his home in Jackson, Tenn., Aug 11, 1950, were held at the Griffin Funeral Home. Rev. Wayne Cox, of Joiner, Ark., officiated. Burial was in Ridgecrest cemetery. Born in McNairy County, he was the son of the late W.H. and Paralee Harris. He lived in Jackson the past 45 years, working for the G M & O, until retiring seven years ago. He was a member of the Railroad Conductors of American and attended the Cumberland Presbyterian Church, where he was a member of the Comrade class. He leaves his wife, a son, Richard Harris of Jackson; four daughters, Mrs. Reid Weaver, Mrs. Harl Massey and Miss Lillian Harris of Jackson and Mrs. Thos R. Wingo of Trenton; two sisters, Mrs. J.C. Houston of Selmer and Mrs. N.A. Tucker of Henderson, Tenn. Gravel Hill community: Miss Nola Gene Huggins is home from school for a month. Mrs. Ella South received word last week of the death of her brother, Mr. J. Frank Smith of Buda, Texas. He was here in June to visit Mrs. South. Mr. and Mrs. Bob Hewitt had all their children and families, except Bobby last Sunday. Mr. Norman Huggins left for Washington, DC where he will work for the FBI. The funeral of little Jimmy Dwayne King was held here last week. Burial in Adamsville. Attendance in Sunday School was 300, which was over the goal. Crooked Creek community: Mr. and Mrs. Roy McDaniel are the proud parents of a baby girl born in Selmer Clinic Aug 21. Mrs. Maggie Murry, sister of H.N. Emmons has pneumonia. Chewalla Community: Mr. P.D. Eaker returned home from McCleary Hospital in Excelsior Springs, Mo., where he had surgery three weeks ago. Buena Vista Community: Mrs. Oscar King has been on the sick list. Those visiting her and Mrs. Louisa Campbell were Mr. and Mrs. T.H. Stivers and John; Mrs. James McNeill and Jimmy; Mrs. F.L. Smallwood, Randall and Sandra; Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Williams; Mr. and Mrs. Verdo Forsythe and Brenda; Mr. and Mrs. Earl Hester; Mr. and Mrs. Grady Saxton and children; Mrs. Dan Cobb and Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Cobb. Mrs. Campbell who is 87 years of age and has been unable to walk alone for several months is not improving at this writing. Mount Zion Community: Mr. Everett Henson and his mother recently celebrated their birthdays with lunch and the following guests: Mr. and Mrs. Robert Jones and Alan; Mrs. Arnold Hockaday and daughters; Mr. and Mrs. Edward McDaniel and son; Mr. and Mrs. Gilbert Case and family; Mr. and Mrs. James Henson and family; Miss Netta Henson. Mr. and Mrs. Luco Crabtree enjoyed having all their children together last Sunday. They carried lunch and went to Pickwick Lake. Present: Mr. and Mrs. Mansel Crabtree and family; Mr. and Mrs. Conan Crabtree and Judy; Mr. and Mrs. Hilmer Crabtree and Patsy; Mr. and Mrs. Carthel Crabtree; Mr. and Mrs. Vernon Brown and daughters; Sgt. C.L. Crabtree and baby and Mrs. Vivian Thacker and Bobby. Revival will begin Sunday at Union Grove Methodist Church. Since August 1945, we’ve nearly doubled the number of telephones. Southern Bell Telephone and Telegraph Company. A lot of poultryman’s troubles can be eliminated by a thorough cleaning of laying houses before they are occupied with pullets. The Acton 4-H Club was entertained at Liddon’s Lake with a picnic. The girls with Miss Sams and the boys with Mr. McMurray, enjoyed a nice swim first thing. At 6:30 the picnic was spread and enjoyed by all. Adults that attended: Mr. and Mrs. Harry Helton, Mr. and Mrs. Pete Qualls, Mrs. Peggy Sanders, Mr. Barney Brice Whitehurst, Mr. and Mrs. Melvin Qualls, Mrs. Ode Rickman. Registered Jersey Cows purchased for McNairy County Farms: Johnny M. Floyd of Selmer purchased Kersey Designer Veda Observer from the herd owned by R.H. Cox of Selmer. Dorothy Gober of Adamsville purchased Jersey Dorothy’s Beauty Belle from V.H. Gober. James P. Prentiss of Ramer purchased Jersey Pinnacle Sulton Jean. Pythagoras first announced the belief that the world was round. Bolivar Dairy Products. For milk when you want it see Frank Anderson. Call 363-R, Selmer. The Michie PTA is sponsoring a Picnic Ball Park. There will be five ball games. Michie High School will play Shiloh High School. The Independents will play Rock Hill. Michie Junior High Boys will play the Guys team and the Acton team. The Junior High girls will also play Guys Girls team. Ramer Community: Mr. Henry Reeder, after serving in the Army Air Base, will enter Bethel College at McKenzie to prepare himself for service in the Cumberland Presbyterian Church. Ramer community suffered a distinct loss in the passing of Mrs. Granville A. Blasingame on last Sunday. Although she had been in failing health several months, her death was sudden and a shock to family and friends. Intending to attend church services, she was ready and stepped out on the porch when stricken and was found there. She passed away shortly after noon. She was born and reared in this community, the daughter of James S. and Mary Hamm Lawson. She was a member of the Cumberland Presbyterian Church 52 years. Besides her immediate family, surviving are: one sister, Mrs. C.L. Majors of Ramer; two brothers, A.R. Lawson of Smith’s Station, Ala.; John A. Lawson of Ramer The remains of Dr. A.G. McCullar, who passed away at his home, August 20, 1950, in Lewisburg Sunday, were brought here Tuesday laid beside his two daughters and parents Mr. and Mrs. C.L. McCullar. Gentry was a graduate of Ramer High School and while a student took an active part in church and community interests. He was married to Miss Grace Millen of Bethel Springs. He studied optometry and located in Lewisburg. He was a member of the Cumberland Presbyterian Church, prominent in church and civic organization and highly regarded in business and social circles. He is survived by his wife and adopted daughter, Ann; three brothers, Arthur of Del Ray, Fla; Albert of Kentucky and Radica of Nashville; and five sisters, Mrs. Lee Jones; Mrs. Thomas Jones, and Mrs. Allie Moore all of Selmer; Mrs. Oren Blasingame of Bethel Springs and Mrs. Alter LaRocco of Daytona Beach, Fla. The funeral was held in Lewisburg and a grave side service at the Ramer cemetery. Louise Patrick, reporter for Gravel Hill 4-H club reported a meeting recently. Rocky Knob will begin a summer revival next week. Mrs. Dahila Williams has been real sick for a few days. A number of relatives and friends gathered at Sweet Lips cemetery on last Friday afternoon to pay the last tribute to one of our oldest citizen, Mrs. Nora Barham, who had been in failing health for some time. Mrs. Barham spent most of her life around and in the Rocky Knob community. She passed away at the home of her son, Kennie Barham, near Corinth, Miss, where she had been for a few days. Her age is not known to this writer but it is believed she was between 90 and 100 years old. She is survived by two sons Kennie Barham and Arthur Barham and a number of grandchildren. A host of friends also mourn her passing. Mrs. Barham will be missed by all who knew her. Showing at the Ritz next week: The Gunfighter - Harbor of Missing Men - The Asphalt Jungle - Amazing Quest - Navajo Trail Raiders - Father of the Bride. The Michie PTA met and elected officers: President – Mrs. J.W. Robertson - First Vice P – Mrs. Vera Briley; Second Vice P – Mrs. Beford Raines; Third Vice P – Mrs. George Blanton; Sec/Treas – Mrs. Cecil Fisher. The program committee is Mrs. Briley, Mrs. Clovis Howard, Mrs. M. McInnis, Mrs. A.W. Maness, Miss Allie Manuel and Mrs. Effie Phelps. A refreshment committee appointed were: Mrs. Haskell Manuel, Mrs Oliver Qualls, Mrs. Kenneth Hyneman, Mrs. G.M. Pittman, Mrs. Wilford Dickey, Mrs. Mansell Glidwell, Mrs. Terry Howard, Mrs. Jack Carroll, Mrs. Victor Dickerson, Mrs. Lyde Gooch, Mrs. Ancil Presley, Mrs. Basil Smith, Mrs. Dilbert Pippenger, Mrs. Maw Baker, Mrs. David Cunningham, Mrs. George Blanton, Mrs. Ivan Fish, Mrs. Herbert Howard, Mrs. Willard Raines, Mrs. Jim Rodgers. Mrs. Douglas Carpenter elected reporter. J.H. Wilson of Bethel Springs has purchased Jersey Signal Forward Dotty from the herd owned by Billie Cheshier, also of Bethel Springs. Selmer Community - Johnny Tacker and Jimmy Weatherford who starred in football and basketball in our high school has entered Junior College in Booneville. Eubert Plunk underwent an operation at Baptist Hospital last week. Clayton Ott and Alexander Garrison suffered only minor injuries from an automobile accident while en route to Tupelo. They returned to Selmer and resumed their journey in another car. Mrs. Robert Surratt is recuperating from an operation and doing well. Mr. and Mrs. William Reid Phillips of Stantonville announced the engagement of their daughter Miss Naomi Phillips to Jo Irwin Chance of Memphis. Jacqueline Vinson, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Fred Vinson of Selmer is the pretty little model for Jaggars Kiddie Shoppe. Volume 47, Number39 - Wilbur Wright, Editor and Publisher

September 1, 1950

First in a series of articles, ‘What to Do In Case Of Atomic Bomb Attack.” Mr. Rosco Steel of Steele’s Jewelry & gift shop attended the world’s largest jewelry trade show in Chicago recently. V.F.W. to sponsor a donkey Baseball game in Selmer on Sept 2 on the Selmer High Field. Two more names posted for annual Co-op Trustee post. One petition posted the name of Mr. E.M. Teuton to be place on the ballot from district 8, opposing candidate Mr. Gilcie Carroll. Those signing the petition: J.G. Meek, W.C. Swinea, T.V. McGarity, W.F. Milford, L.F. Cody, M.B. Melton, Roy Gray, A.R. Gray, John McAckentar, O.K. Plunk, Clyde Shelton, James E. Gray, G.R. Nowlin, C.W. Wardlow, H.H. Crews, F.L. Barber, E.C. McDaniel, B.E. Surratt, Elmer Surratt, Lee White, Ben Case and Earl Christopher. The second petition was for Mr. W.L. McCaskill as a candidate for trustee in district 4, opposing Mr. A.E. Weaver. Those signing the petition: A. Williams, F.W. Clayton, Mrs. F.W. Clayton, Alvin Hunter, Jim Drove, Sol Colston, Raymond A. Stout, O’Neal Glover, A.H. Colston, W.A. Hunter, Clifford L. Newman, Eula Burgen, Haven Garner, Herman Vires, Cecil Clayton, B.B. Archer, A.H. Clayton, G.H. Davis, Kenneth Jones, M.A. Smith, M.W. Gadberry, Will Smith, Alfred Frye, H.A. Weaver, James O. Miller, A.J. Hines, Roy Griswell, J.L. Boyd, Prim H. Shelton, Ernest Stout, Austin Gee, Bill Smith, Lee Roy Smith, O E Stout, F E Turner, H E Stout, Benj. F Walker, W J long, Jack Harris, Frank Deaton, Elmer Lumpkins, A.A. Horton, J.H. Peeples, H.H. Brown, G.T. Smith, Arlis Plunk, Lloyd Harris, J.L. Ward, J.P. Clayton, Horry Young, H.J. Naylor, David Hodges, J.H. Naylor. At a traffic intersection, the U. S. Mail has the right of way over all other vehicles, at all times. Pure milk means good health. See Frank Anderson for milk when you want it. Bolivar Dairy Products Co. Call 363-R Showing at the Ritz next week: Father of The Bride with Spencer Tracy and Joan Bennett; Lucky Losers with Leo Gorcey and Hilary Brook; Streets of Laredo with William Holden and William Bendix; Sahara with Humphrey Bogart and Bruce Bennett; Johnny Mack Brown in Six Gun Mesa; The Daughter of Rosie O’Grady with June Haver and Gordon MacRae. Cartoons every show except Wednesday has the MGM news. For Sale: Service station equipment (grease gun, wash rack, etc) and grocery stock. See Raymond Tull at Pan-Am Station in Selmer city limits. Hwy 64 W. For Sale: 1947 International Power Hay Baler, in good condition. See Rufus Farris at Michie. For Rent: 3 room house on Hwy 45 N in Selmer. See John D Goodrum. T.R. Roten has good Alabama washed coal at $12.50 per ton. Phone 3303 Stantonville. James Madison agreed to declare war on Great Britain in 1812, if elected president. Ramer community: Little Bonnie Ruth Warren was quite sick last week of an infection from mosquito bites. Mrs. Luther Norris is entertaining her Sunday School class with a swimming party and picnic at Liddon’s Lake, complimenting several leaving soon to attend college: Bunk and Dorothy Sue Vaughn, Carman and Helen Gibson, Harvey King, Betty Hamm, Evelyn Hamm, Anita Sue Smith and Charlotte Brawer who is moving to Kentucky. Joe Tate of the U S Navy and wife were visiting his parents Mr. and Mrs. Henry Tate. Pebble Hill Community: Several from here attended the ball game and picnic at Michie last Friday. Stantonville Community: the annual fox hunters supper was in the home of Mr. and Mrs. Doc Whitaker last Tuesday night. Present: Messrs. Ernest Story, Curry Matlock, Bill Smith, Dennie Tyler, John Lee Power, Allen Wooten, Else Rickman, John Swaim, Frank Wagoner, Rufus Tanner, Garvin and Billy Chandler. Also Mr. and Mrs. Carl Chandler, Mrs. Audie Burks and Miss Mary Ruth Burks. All enjoyed the all night hunt Northwest of Stantonville after this supper. Billy W. Wright of Adamsville graduated from Colorado University in Bolder, Colo. with a B S in Architectural Engineering. Selmer Community: W.F. Humphrey entered the Baptist Hospital for observation and treatment. News reached here of the death of Mrs. Jennie Farris of Bolivar. Her daughter, Mrs. Herman Sutton, Mrs. Cook and Mrs. Charley Weatherford were among those who attended the funeral. Gerald Kinchen, Jack Barr, H.Y. Carroll, Richard Neal Moore and J.C. Hamilton went to the ball game at St. Louis on Tuesday. Mr. and Mrs. Gib Combs went on Sunday to the ball game at St. Louis. My Neighbors - by Bill Paulson: “Politicians talking about the ‘Welfare State’ always makes me wonder whose welfare.... theirs or ours?” The Selmer Rose Club met in the home of Mrs. Irby Basinger with Mrs. P.L. Basinger co-hostess. Mrs. Mauvalene Ellis was welcomed as a new member. The president commented on asking donations for rose bushes for our city planting in Sept. Mrs. Rachel Adams, Mrs. D.G. Robinson and Mrs. Vernon May is the nominating committee. Any member that misses three consecutive meetings is automatically out of the club. The next meeting will be at the home of Mrs. Houston Thrasher. Sally Simpkins says: when marshmallows become dry and hard, put them uncovered in the bread box with the bread for a few days and they will become good as new. First Methodist Church: Lloyd W. Ramer, Minister. Troy Smith, Church School Supt. Irby Basinger Youth Fellowship counselor. First Christian Church, Frank S. Perry, Minister. George Huggins, Bible School Supt. Church of Christ, Paul Ayers, Preacher First Presbyterian Church, Oscar McCullar Church School Supt. First Baptist Church, Howard S. Holb, Minister. Dr. T. R. Barr, Sunday School Supt. Church of the Nazarene, Wilson Strasbaugh, Pastor. Mr. Mose McCann brought Joe Allen Cleek of Bethel Springs in and bought him a Ton Sawyer shirt to get his picture made at Jaggars Kiddie Shoppe. W.O. Wagoner of Colfax, La. wrote a long article of religious views but had some interesting history: “A little while ago, with my son Jack, I was crossing the old wooden bridge over Cypress Creek at Selmer, and when I remarked that branch like stream did not look like the Cypress Creek as I knew it, Jack tried to convince me that the change was all in my mind; but I still believe that it has narrowed its channel by yards and not just two or three at that. It was over on the East side of that bridge that Lee Basinger and I found a certain skating place over fifty years ago. We were talking about it the other day. Now, I dare say there is no sign of such a pond over there; but nobody could convince Lee and me that we do not know that one was there, once upon a time.... the pond which afford Lee and me a skating place. It is a place; it is covered with ice; it is in the woods east of the bridge. Now it is no more. Lee said. ‘ Do you remember when I fell in the pond while skating one day?’ He told how he was trying to skate sideways, got tangled in his long overcoat, fell and hit his head, got up, and I was standing laughing at his mishap” Vol 37 No 39. Wilbur Wright editor and publisher.

September 8, 1950

The 29 th Annual Mid-South starts Thursday in Memphis with 10,000 exhibits. The theme of this year’s fair is “Mid-South Youth On Parade, ” and thousands of 4-H boys and girls, Future Farmers of America and Future Homemakers will participate. Pickwick will host the big electrical circus On Sept 13 on Highway 45 south, one mile from Selmer, across from Pickwick Substation. Also an election for board members. The candidates are: Dist 1 – H.M. O’Neal. Dist 4 - Albert Weaver and Dennie McCaskill. Dist 6 - Charlie Duren, A.H. Warner. Dist 8 - Gilcie Carroll, E.M. Teuton. Dist 9 - Leo Atkins. Bill Roberts is manger of Pickwick Electric Coop. As of July 31, a total of $119,421,654 has been paid to veterans in federal readjustment allowance since the program started in Sept 1944. Marine Corps. wants volunteers. Training for the male and female ‘Sea Soldiers’ is held at Paris Island, S.C. Eight weeks for the men and six weeks for the women. Attend the 4-H Fair & Livestock show in Selmer, Saturday. 4-H Club exhibits to be displayed in courthouse. Dairy and livestock show to be held on Thrasher Anderson lot at West ‘Y.’ Mr. Sidney O. White, age 64, died, Tuesday, Aug 29, 1950. He resided at Corinth. Services were held in the West Corinth Tabernacle with burial in Henry Cemetery. The deceased is survived by four daughters, Mary Timlake, Mrs. Evie Chambers, Reba White, Bernice White and one son, Fred E. White. Mrs. Lizzie Mathis, age 59, a resident of Pocahontas, Tenn. died on Tuesday, Aug 29, 1950. Funeral services were held in the New Hope Church with burial in the Mathis Cemetery. She is survived by her husband, D.S. Mathis; three daughters, Villa Mathis, Myrtle Dancer, Martha King; one son, Mark Mathis; three sisters, Mrs. Hamilton, Mandy Derryberry and Ida Hamilton; two grandchildren, Barbara King and Jimmy Dancer. Mr. Sam L Graham, age 34, died Saturday, Sept 2, 1950. He resided in the Rose Creek community. Funeral services were held in the chapel of Shackelford Funeral home on Sunday. Interment was in the Moore Schoolhouse Community cemetery. He is survived by his wife, Mrs. Ruby Graham; two children, Sammy and Paulette Graham and one brother, Harold Graham. Charles Richard Wright, age 5, son of Mrs. Dorothy Farrell Wright, of Leapwood, died on Wednesday, Sept 6, 1950. Services will be at 2:00 pm this afternoon (Friday) at Mars Hill church. Interment will be in the cemetery there. Besides his mother, the deceased is survived by two brothers, Cecil Ray and James Edward Wright; five sisters, Mrs. Nola Mae Henry, Miss Joan, Mary Ella and Della Sue Wright. Selmer PTA met Monday night with about 100 in attendance, 29 of them teachers. Mrs. Herman Wallace, Pres, called the meeting to order. Mrs. Thelma Prather made a report on room representatives. The by-laws were read by Miss Alberta Gillespie. Mrs. Crabtree report on prices for a water fountain. A committee was appointed to purchase a water fountain for the lunch room. With Miss Kathleen Wright and Tedford Jordan, as moderator, a panel discussed, ‘Citizenship.’ Panel was Mrs. B.T. Kiser, Mrs. Tom Ellis and Irby Basinger and two high school students, Kenneth Randolph and Joan Mattox. Committees appointed: Congress Publication: Mrs. Edward Surratt, Mrs. Jackie Hamilton, Miss Frances Henderson. Program: Miss Kathleen Wright, Tedford Jordan and Alton Scott. Publicity: Miss Lois Prather, Mrs. Lester Moore, Wilbur Wright, Leslie Houston. Founders Day: Mrs. Leslie Houston, Mrs. Jo Johnson, Miss Myrlee Wright. Finance: Mrs. A.B. Dancer, Troy Smith, Mrs. Eldon Thomas. Eight Grade: Mrs. George Bassham, Mrs. Willard Cox. Ninth Grade: Mrs. Edgar Hodges, Mrs. John Sharp. Tenth Grade: Mrs. Tedford Jordan, Mrs. W.G. Godfrey. Eleventh Grade: Mrs. Wade McBride, Mrs. T.D. Herchenhahn. Twelfth Grade: Mrs. Vernon Robinson. Home Ec: Mrs. Troy Smith. Science: Mrs. F.M. Barron; Band: Mrs. Roscoe Steel; Dramatic Arts: Mrs. Oscar McCullar; T & I Shop: Brooks Jones; Athletics: H.Y. Carroll; Lunch room: Mrs. J.E. Crabtree; Library: Miss Clara Robinson, Mrs. Oscar McCullar, Mrs. Carman Smith; Hospitality: Mrs. W. Terry Abernathy, Mrs. Jack Rinehart, John Wyatt. The following are room representatives: First Grade: Mrs. H.P. Lee, Mrs. Bill Roberts; 2 nd Grade: Mrs. Guy Robinson, Mrs. T.N. Humphrey; 3 rd Grade: Mrs. Robert Null, Mrs. Richard McComic; 3 & 4 Grade: Mrs. Eldon Thomas; 4 th Grade: Mrs. Grover Sibley, Mrs. Bill Smith; 5 th Grade: Mrs. Ira Anderson, Mrs. Vance Moore, Mrs. Alfred Prather; 6 th Grade: Mrs. Jess Kinchen, Mrs .Fred Thomas; 7 th Grade: Mrs. Eubert Plunk, Mrs. Houston Thrasher. Gravel Hill community: The rain and wind storm Wednesday night certainly damaged the corn crop through this section of the county. It seems to me the old adage is true: ‘that we have an unusual year when we have thirteen full moons.’ A large number from here attended the baptismal service at Pickwick Sunday afternoon. There were 26 additions to the Baptist Church during the revival. A wedding of interest took place Saturday evening in the office of Tate Street Baptist church (in Corinth) when Miss Dorothy Volner became the bride of Mr. Kenneth Armstrong. Parents of the couple are Mr. and Mrs. L.L.Volner of Bethel Springs and Mrs. Myrtle Armstrong. Mr. and Mrs. Billy Armstrong and Cassie Mae Armstrong attended. Rocky Knob community: On next Sunday, our annual singing will be held at this place. We have promise of some fine singers and we’d like to see you too. We are having a good revival at this writing. Bro. Glenn Hurst is doing some fine preaching. Card of thanks shown us during the recent illness and death of our loved one, Mr. Harrison Hampton. Signed Mrs. Harrison Hampton, Lue Weaver, Willie Smith, Sue Robinson. Ramer community: Mr. and Mrs. Wilburn Hill of East St. Louis; Mr. and Mrs. Claud McAlpin and children of Trezevant were visiting with their parents, Mr. and Mrs. W.L. McAlpin. On Sunday they, along with Mrs. Eugene Hamm and Mrs. Joe Ferguson went to Memphis to attend a reunion in the G. L. Blasingame home. Ramer relatives were notified of the arrival of a six pound girl in the home of Sgt. and Mrs. Erbie Locke Jr., in Cheyenne, Wyo. where Sgt. Locke is stationed. Mrs. Locke is the former Thelma Shelton, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Ellis Shelton. Mr. and Mrs. William Coleman Gibson are parents of a fine son born Aug 29. He has been named William David, for his grandfather. Chewalla community: Mrs. R.N. Coke suffered a stroke of paralysis but is report to be improving at this writing. Among those called to her beside were: her father, Mr. Jimmy Hurley; her sister, Mrs. Grace Everett; her son Mr. Annie Osborne and his wife of Sheffield, her daughter Mrs. George Cartwright of Arkansas and Mrs. Helton Coke Formby. Rosecreek Community: Kenneth King and Donald Goodrum attended the ball game at Rose Creek School Sunday. Mr. and Mrs. Tom Hunter and Mrs. Daisy Nagle, J.W. English, Mrs. Lessie McClintock and Mr. and Mrs. J.T. Hunter visited relatives at Gravel Hill Sunday. Showing at the Ritz next week: The Daughter of Rosie O’Grady - Love that Brute - Captain Carey U.S.A. - Ride Em Cowboy - Range Land - The Reformer and the Redhead. Showtime weekdays 6:30pm; Saturday 12:30 and three shows starting at 6:00 pm. Sunday afternoon 2:00 pm and 4:00 pm. Robert Cox, son of Mr. and Mrs. Eber Cox is the poster boy for Jaggars Kiddie Shoppe. Selmer community: Mrs. Harry Cain was on the sick list for several days. W.F. Humphrey has returned from Baptist hospital where he was receiving treatment. Mrs. Thannie Mae Hunt of Adamsville has bought Audrey’s Beauty Shop recently owned and operated by Mrs. Ralph Armstrong. Mrs. Keefer Robertson has returned home from the hospital. Miss Louise Davis has returned home from Webb- Williamson Hospital in Jackson. News has reached us about the promotion of Loren Smith, who has been with the Kroger Company several years, having been manager here and at Paris, Tenn. He was recently sent to take charge of a larger store in Jonesboro, Ark. All the children of Mr. and Mrs. J.H. Maness gathered at their home for a family reunion. Mr. Maness will celebrate his 72 nd birthday in Sept. Others present: Gib Maness, Mr. and Mrs. Howard Maness, Mr. and Mrs. Buford Howell and Frank, Mr. and Mrs. Leonard Maness & family, Mr. and Mrs. Glen Maness, Mr. and Mrs. Shady Maness & family, Mr. and Mrs. Cortz Hurst & children, Mr. and Mrs. Jack Howell and Samuel, Mr. and Mrs. Joe Sanders and family, all of Bethel Springs. Mr. and Mrs. James Maness and family, Mrs. Loyd Cox, Dottie and Doris of Selmer; Mr. and Mrs. Raymond Maness & Dugan of Memphis; Mr. Warren Moore of Henderson; Mr. Earnest of Rives, Tenn; Mr. and Mrs. Clarence Causey & family of Dexter, Mo.; Hannan Causey of Bloomfield, Mo. Stantonville PTA met recently. The Principal brought up the question concerning transportation to Selmer for children needing dental work. It was agreed that whenever possible the parents would furnish transportation. $60 was pledged by members for an electric scoreboard for the gym. The balance is to be raised by donations and selling ads. Ways to raise money for library books was also discussed. All parents who could, were asked to contribute a hen or the price of a hen to this worthy cause. The school lunch room has been re-opened. Delores Ann Smith of Michie has become the owner of a registered jersey cow for the first time. She purchased Bet Design Friday from Olus Smith. Jersey cows are registered at the national office of The American Jersey Cattle Club in Columbus, Ohio. The club has kept complete records on all registered Jersey in the US since 1868. The Junior Home Economics class met Friday. Rebecca Williams is president. Program Committee: Doris Lou McGee and Geraldine Watson. There was a quiz on home economic degrees by Geraldine Mitchell, Joyce Mitchell, Joyce Jones, Dorothy Browder and Gladys McCullar. The winner was Geraldine Mitchell who received a certificate. Refreshment served by Doris McGee, Bobby Maxwell and Rebecca Williams. Demovia Jean Gray, reporter. Generals Lee and Grant fought on the same side in the Mexican War. Volume 47 No 40 - Wilbur Wright, Editor and Publisher.

September 15, 1950

Pickwick Electric Show a big success. A huge crowd, some 7,000 people came to see the latest electrical appliances and view the exhibits. The Board of Directors were elected: H.M. O’Neal, Albert Weaver, C.H. Duren, Gilcie Carroll and Leo Atkins. In the contested races: Dist 4: W.L. McCaskill 339 votes and Albert Weaver 419 votes. Dist 6: A.H. Warner 343, C.H. Duren 412. Dist 8: E.M. Tueton 198 votes and Gilcie Carroll 508 votes. The Board of Directors then elected officers: President C.H. Duren, Vice Pres. Flake Humphrey, Sec . Albert Weaver, Treas. Lester Hamm. Paul Ayers, minister of the Selmer Church of Christ has accepted the call to another church at Atwood, Tenn. A tent revival will be held in North Selmer beginning next Monday night. Mrs. Mattie Jane Bradford, age 69, wife of M.N. Bradford of Selmer, well known and loved by all who knew her, passed away on Saturday, September 9, 1950. She was a Baptist. Funeral services, were held at Beth Page, near Kenton, Tenn. and burial was in the Beth Page cemetery with Shackelford Funeral Directors in charge of arrangements. She is survived by her husband, one daughter, Mrs. Jewell Hamilton and one son, Neely Bradford and one granddaughter, Martha Jewell Bradford. Selmer High School Honor Roll: Mauvaleen Barnes, Patricia Carroll, Geraldine Gaddy, Vernon Huckabee, Jo Ann Mattox, Gene Rinks, Sarah Robinson, Margaret Weatherford. Juniors: Jean Bowman, Betty Jo Hurst, Inez Kirk, T.L. Michael. Sophomores: Annie Claire Wright, Christine Wilson, Doris Whitten, Mary Alice Whitaker, Martha Jane Smith, Rebecca Sanders, Emma Lee Rinehart, Freida Ann Moore, Larry Jordan, Marie Jones, Kay Henson, Martha Jane Brooks, Wilburn Gene Ashe, Wadene Tull, Doris Templeton, Grady Taylor, Mary Alice Smith. Freshmen: Martha Ann Wright, Elizabeth Ann Weatherford, Shirley Watson, Marilyn Watson, E. G. Sims, John Sharp, Dortha Sanders, Mary Frances Meeks, Peggy McMahan, Dudley Dancer, James Hugh Boggan. The students with an average of 90 are: Seniors: Dorothy Browder, Johnny Hollis, Joyce Jones, Billy McClain. Juniors: Jimmy Jones, Bettye Jean Martin, Glenn McBride, Patricia Nunley, James Alton Scott, James Eldon ThomaS, Joyce Watson, Carlene Wilson. Sophomores: Houston Thrasher, Rachel Prather, Initha Moore, Mary Lou Marcus, Bryan Dunaway, John Browder, Gayle Boatman. Freshmen: Norman Younger, Ann Phillips, Janette Plunk, Shirley Holmes, Robert Higginbottom. McNairy County 4-H members wins honors at district fair. Anna K. Dickson of Bethel Springs took top honors in the four-year-old cow class. Other winners: Jimmy Jones of Selmer; Jo Page Varnell, Adamsville; G.P. Dickey, Stantonville; Charlie Raines Jr., Stantonville. Beauty Hill Community; after a 2 month visit with family, Mrs. Camilla Felker and children have returned home to San Antonio where her husband is stationed. Mrs. Paul Johnson has been on the sick list. O.L. Plunk & wife, Henry Plunk & wife, Miss Mary Sue Tacker and Mr. and Mrs. John Cheshier recently went on a visit to the Rocky Mountains. Hunting season will start Sept 16 when it becomes legal to take mourning doves. Pvt. James L Burks, son of Mr. and Mrs. B.L. Burks, of Stantonville, writes that his Platoon, won first division over-all shooting competition The Pleasant Grove Home Demonstration with top honors with their crafts exhibit at Achievement Day. Stantonville was second, Good Hope third and Mt. Zion fourth place winner. Mrs. Edgar Smith, Stantonville won first place with her ‘sack dress.’ Mrs. Horry Raines, won first place and third place. Other winners in the dress contest: Mrs. Earnest Mitchell, Mt. Gilead; Mrs. Tad Tacker, Good Hope; Mrs. Norman Carroll, Stantonville; Mrs. W.C. Ashe, Good Hope. Pebble Hill Community: Mr. and Mrs. Lester Killingsworth moved to this community last week. Misses Nona and Earlene Kiddy with Eldon and Hays Baker attended services at the Church of God at Michie on Sunday night. A lot of work as been completed on the cemetery but there is still much that needs to be done. Sunday School next Sunday at 10:00 o’clock. Showing at the Ritz next week: The Reformer And The Redhead - Blondie Hits The Jackpot - The Broken Arrow - Destination Tokyo - The Blazing Trail - The Duchess Of Idaho. Stantonville Community: Mr. Jimmy Mills came from Rosedale, Miss. last week to be with his mother, Mrs. Effie Mills, on her birthday. James Garrison is home on a visit from the Army. Rose Creek Community: Martha Burcham has a case of small pox at this writing. Old 16 th Community: There will be an all-day singing at Hopewell Sunday. This community regretted very much to hear of the death of Mrs. Bessie Rankins. Before her marriage she was Bessie Brewer. Her body was laid to rest in the Center Hill Cemetery. Mrs. Florence Lee is in Memphis for medical treatment. A large crowd enjoyed the singing at Rock Knob last Sunday. Bro. Kennedy preached in the home of Mr. Tom Kinchen Sunday afternoon. Mrs. Kinchen has been an invalid for many years. Howard, son of Mr. and Mrs. Ted Arnold is doing fine after having a tumor removed from his leg. Gravel Hill Community: Rev. J.W. Hardwick filled his appointment at the Primitive Baptist Church Saturday and Sunday. Mrs. George Mullins is on our sick list. A large number of our community attended the funeral of Mr. Hubert Washburn at Mt. Vinson on Sunday afternoon. Pvt. Weldon Lee Volner, age 23, son of Mr. Lesbie L. Volner of Bethel Springs has completed his Air Force basic training. Stantonville Home Demonstration club met in the home of Mrs. Gladys Pratt with 18 members and 3 visitors. Devotional by Mrs. Ruby Pounds. Project reports: Mrs. Pratt - Garden; Mrs. Emma Raines - Poultry; Mrs. Maxine Carroll - Clothing; Mrs. Cora Smith - Home Food Supply. A clothing contest was held for articles made out of flour, fertilizer or feed sacks. Winners: Pillow cases: Iva Raines, Emma Raines, Mary Nell Smith - Dresses: Emma Raines, Della Smith, Maye Chandler - Aprons: Della Smith, Euthia Dancer, Katie Scott - Children’s garments: Della Smith, Maxine Carroll, Gladys Pratt - Dish cloths: Emma Raines, Cora Smith - Novelties: Mary Nell Smith, Iva Raines, Emma Raines. Benjamin Franklin was the first Postmaster of the United States. Ramer community: The young women of the Cumberland Presbyterian Church met in the home of Mrs. Lester Hamm and organized a society with Mrs. Phillip Reeder elected president; Mrs. James Wardlow, vice president; Mrs. James Burress, sec-treas. A going away party was given for Rev. and Mrs. Richardson, pastor of the Cumberland Presbyterian church here. The family is moving to Dresden. Michie 4-H club met Sept 12 and elected officers: Carolyn Gooch, president - Harold Moore, Vice P - Annie Mae Carrol, sec - Juanita Moore and Virginia Robertson, reporters - Shelley Jean Fisher and Larry Killingsworth, song leaders. Mr. Russell McDaniel and Mrs. Clovis are the leaders. Cool weather will soon be here and you’ll need a new pair of shoes for the baby. You’ll find Trimfoot, Mrs. Day’s and Jumping Jacks at Jaggars Kiddie Shoppe. James Eddie Nold, son of Mr. and Mrs. James C. Nold of Bethel Springs in poster boy this week. Selmer community: Emmet Lunceford came home from Memphis State for the weekend with his mother Mrs. Nell Lunceford. Mrs. Grady Green has entered the Baptist Hospital in Memphis. Her sisters, Mrs. Ola Dee Curtis and Mrs. Willard Cox will be with her for the operation. Mary Grace Kiser and Jimmy Plunk has entered Memphis State College. Miss Leo Farris and sister, Mrs. Lois Mitchell of Trenton were here on a visit. They lived at Falcon many years ago and many remember their father, the late Geo W. Farris having been one of the leading merchants in Falcon in the early 1890's. Mr. and Mrs. Charles Ammons have moved into their attractive home on Cypress Ave. Mr. and Mrs. Louis Graham, former owners, now occupy the residence on Hwy 45 North which was recently vacated by Mr. and Mrs. Ayers. Mr. and Mrs. James Edgar Prather have a new arrival, Camilla Ann Prather. Jack Russell Lewis, who won a scholarship, left for UT Martin. He was accompanied by Joe Mitchell, Bill Bateman and Jimmy Weatherford, who will also try out for football. Mrs. John Vires is reported better. Miss Nancy Harris became the bride of Arthur E. Neuman on Sept 3 in Lacino, Tenn. Miss Harris, daughter of B.M. Harris, graduated from Selmer High School. Miss Sue Fraly, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Ted Fraley of Marked Tree, Ark. is engaged to Garland Jones, son of Mr. and Mrs. Bryan Jones of Selmer. Garland is the grandson of Mr. and Mrs. W.O. Wallace of Ramer and the late Mr. and Mrs. ‘Capt’ Jones of Selmer. McNairy Co 4-H Club Fair Winners: Best Stalk of Cotton: - Larry Wayne Raines, Stantonville; 2 - Patricia Nunley, Stantonville; 3 - Jeanette Smith, Michie; 4- Billy Irwin, Stantonville; 5 - Wade Wharton, Stantonville. Best Three Stalks of Yellow corn: 1- Charles Raines, Jr, Stantonville; 2 -W.T. Clause, Finger; 3 - Wade Wharton, Stantonville. Best Ten Ears of White Corn: 1 - Fred Allen Mitchell, Rose Creek; 2 - Sherman Russell, McNairy; 3 - Gene Barber, Michie; 4 - Ruliford McNeil, Bethel Springs; 5 - Rayburn Nixon, Rose Creek. Best 30 Irish Potatoes: 1 - Carolyn Moore, Rose Creek; 2 - Nora Lee Kirkman, Rose Creek; 3 - Wilbur Campbell, Stantonville. Best Sweet Potatoes: 1 - Patricia Nunley, Stantonville; 2 - Scott Plunk, Bethel Springs. Vegetables in Season: 1 - Jo Ann Barham, Bethel Springs; 2 - Patricia Nunley, Stantonville; 3 - Laura Irwin, Stantonville; 4 - Betty Jane Smith, Michie; 5 - Dottie Sue Jaggars, Stantonville. Best Six Open Bolls of Cotton: 1 - Billy Irwin, Stantonville; 2 - Charles Raines Jr., Stantonville; 3 - Mary Ann McMahan, Rose Creek; 4 - Jeanette Smith, Michie. Best Tree Stalks of White Corn: 1 - John A. Jordan, Bethel Springs; 2 - Travis Moore, Rose Creek; 3 - Leon Smith, Finger; 4 - Max Plunk, Finger; 5 - Chas E. Knight, Rose Creek. Best Ten Ears of Yellow Corn: 1 - Marshall D. King, Selmer; 2 - James Earl Wilbanks, Bethel Springs; 3 - Thurston Forsythe, Rose Creek; 4 - Charles Raines Jr., Stantonville; 5 - Curtis King, Rose Creek. Best Cake: 1 - Annie Lou Robinson, Selmer; 2 - Lael Barber, Finger; 3 - Joyce Raines, Stantonville. Best Candy: 1 - Shelby Kiestler, Selmer; 2 - Sue Naylor, Finger; 3 - Annie Lou Robinson, Selmer. Best Biscuits: 1 - Betty Jane Smith, Michie; 2 - Joyce Raines, Stantonville. Best Corn Muffins: 1 - Eula Mae Vaughn, Stantonville; 2 - Laura Irwin, Stantonville; 3 - Jeanette Smith, Michie. Best Canning: 1 - Jeanette Smith, Michie; 2 - Carolyn Moore, Bethel Springs; 3 - Jo Ann Barnes, Bethel Springs; 4 - Hazel Cox, Bethel Springs; 5 - Mary Nell Evans, Stantonville; 6 - Shirley Holmes, Selmer. Room Improvement: Best Models: 1 - Betty Jane Smith, Michie; 2 - Laura Irwin, Stantonville; 3 - Willie Jean McMahan, Rose Creek; 4 - Elizabeth Ann Leonard, Selmer. Room Improvement: Best Exhibits by clubs: 1 - Bethel Springs, 2 - Rose Creek, 3 - Stantonville, 4 - Selmer. Best Apron: 1 - Jeanette Smith, Michie; 2 - Elsie Jane Locke, Rose Creek; 3 - Geraldine Mitchell. Best Tea Towels: 1 - Juanita Burks, Stantonville; 2 - Mary Sue Godfrey; 3 - Bobby Burgess, Bethel Springs. Best Blouse: 1 - Betty Jane Smith, Michie; 2 - Joyce Mitchell, Selmer; 3 - Jelva Joyce Treece, Leapwood. Best Article Made From Sack: 1 - Joyce Mitchell, Selmer; 2 - Joyce Raines, Stantonville; 3 - Carolyn Smith, Selmer; 4 - Nora Lee Kirkman, Rose Creek; 5 - Archie B. Wardlow, Stantonville. Best Embroidery: 1 - Flakie Jo Moore, Selmer; 2 - Rosalyn Tidwell, Stantonville; 3 - Barbara Floyd, Selmer. Best Crochet: 1 - Rosalyn Tidwell, Stantonville; 2 - Dottie Cox, Bethel Springs; 3 - Jo Ann Milstead, Rose Creek. Best Stenciling: 1 - Neletta King, Selmer; 2 - Joyce Raines, Stantonville; 3 - Sue Naylor, Finger. Best Leather and Wood Work: 1 - Nevella Moore, Selmer; 2 Paul Dean Dancer, Stantonville; 3 James Nelson Osburn, Selmer. The Selmer W.S.C.S. met at the Methodist Church recently. Mrs. Loyd Ramer led the devotional with Mrs. Arthur Olive at the piano. The program was led by Mrs. Betty Smith, with Mrs. Nola Lancaster, Mrs. Zada Plunk, Mrs. Hazel Boggan and Mrs. Karen Barron. Mrs. A.P. Robinson, president welcomed the Ladies from Enville. The 28 th annual Session of the McNairy County Baptist Assoc. Met with the Mt. Gilead Baptist Church. Rev. W.E. Bailey, of the Gravel Hill church gave the message. Officers elected: Moderator – Rev. Howard S. Kolb; Asst. Moderator – Rev. Harry Phillips; Clerk – Rev. Marvin Hines; Treasurer – Mrs. S.T. Haddon; Brotherhood President _ Rev. H.H. Carman; Assoc Sunday School Supt. - Mr. C.N. Parris; Assoc. Training Union Dir. - Rev. W.E. Bailey; Assoc. WMU President – Mrs. C.N. Paris; Assoc. Vacation Bible School - Mrs. Jack Fullwood; Evangelism – Rev. Bertie Moore; Workers council Pres – Rev. W.E. Bailey; Workers Council Sec & Treas – Rev. H.H. Carman. Volume 47 No 41: Wilbur Wright, Editor and Publisher

September 22, 1950

Forestry school held at J.E. Hodges farm last week. Mr. Hodges planted his trees in 1934. They are an average height of 37 feet and will cut out about 26 cords of wood per acre. Now is the time for farmers to make application for trees to plant on idle land. Loblolly pine, yellow poplar and black locust seedling are available free to farmers. First Methodist Church plans a revival for October. Outstanding music is planned under the direction of Mr. John D. Wyatt. School closes today for a period, not to exceed five weeks, for cotton harvest. Jaycee President, O.V. Erwin, Jr. announces the Selmer Jaycees will observe Fire Prevention Week. A beauty revue to select ‘Miss Fire Prevention,’ will be held as part of the observance. Selmer School faculty enjoyed a dinner in the private dinning room at Shaw’s. Those attending: Supt. and Mrs. B.T. Kiser, Miss Mola Etheridge, Mr. and Mrs. Grady Johnson, Mr. and Mrs. W.B. Hopper, Mrs. Lucille Abernathy, Miss Lois Prather, Mrs. Mary Nell Combs, Mrs. Merle Weatherford, Mrs. Lena Mai Rinehart, Miss Clara Robinson, Mrs. Irene Moore, Mrs. Maggie Wooten, Miss Geraldine Clark, Mrs. Jo Johnson, Miss Gaytha Hudson, Billy Ledbetter, Miss Myrlee Wright, Mr. and Mrs. Edward Surratt, Mr. and Mrs. James Hamilton, Mrs. Nora Mae Houston, Miss Alberta Gillespie, Mrs. Hazel Steadman, Mr. and Mrs. L.H. Plunk, Mr. and Mrs. John L. Powers, Mr. and Mrs. Geo Scott, Mr. and Mrs. Jerry Smith, John Wyatt and James Travethan. The Argonaut Book Club met in the home of Mrs. Eldon Thomas with Mrs. Herman Wallace co- hostess. Mrs. Allen Wooten, retiring sec/treas gave a report of work done last year. Miss Wilson presented the library situation as it exists in McNairy County and asked the club to use its influence to get the library back in the county. Mrs. Vernon Robinson and Mrs. Allen Wooten won the events quiz. Mt. Gilead Home Demonstration met in the home of Mrs. W.H. Jordan with ten members present and 1 visitor, Mrs. W.H. Causey. Devotional given by Mrs. E.C. Causey. Next meeting will be in the home of Mrs. Carl Wilson. Last Friday night the Selmer Lions Football team was played against Bemis in Selmer. The new light proved to be adequate and some 750 fans paid $265.55 to see the game. Bemis had expected to win by a margin of 60. Final score was Bemis 19 and Selmer 6. At the next game, a brief dedication will be held by the Selmer Lions club who made the lights possible. Coach Miller released this data on the team: Leland Kiser, No 72 Wt, 165 lbs - Leon Horton No 73, Wt 170 lbs – J.H. Whitaker, No 17, wt 141 lbs - James Eldon Thomas, No 76, wt 150 lbs - Bill Kirk, No 74, wt 159 lbs. - Clarence Kirk, No 24, 146 lbs - Lawrence Kirk, No 33, wt 135 lbs - Ray Hamm, No 71, wt 130 lbs - Kenneth Hawkins, No 16, wt 135 lbs - Malcolm Moore, No 78, wt 180 - Edward Henson, No 80, wt 150 - Carnell Rowland, No 56, wt 140 - Jimmy Jones, No 55, wt 154 lbs - Jerry Barron, No 77, wt 160 lbs- Lamar Sparks, No 23, wt 155 lbs - Gordon Sparks, No 24, wt 184 lbs - Hubert Miller, No 70, wt 150 lbs - Billy Gene Mullins, No 46, wt 140 lbs - Billy Hester, No not listed, wt 155 lbs. The first bale of cotton of this season was ginned by the Leapwood Gin Company on Tuesday, Sept 18. The bale weighed 490 pounds and was brought in by Mr. M.M. Milford and was raised on land rented from Mr. R.K. Brewer. Mr. C.S. Treece, owner of the gin purchased the bale at 40¢ a pound. The following books have been received in the County Library: Jubilee Trail - Maverick Queen - Way West - Anybody Can Do Anything - The Legacy - Floodtide. Ramer community: Sgt. and Mrs. B.L. Gipson announce the arrival of a daughter, named Carol Ann. Mrs. M.E. Hines has been quite sick for some time and her little son Marvin Jr. is also ill, suffering from the flu. Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Ray Anderson are the parents of a ten pound daughter named Angeline. Among those leaving for college: Helen Gibson, Memphis State - William Coleman Gibson, UT College of Medicine - Carman Gibson, Bunkie Vaughn, Dorothy Sue Vaughn and Harvey King, Middle Tennessee Teachers College at Murfreesboro - Will Raymond Majors, Bethel College - Betty Hamm, ET Junior College - Evelyn Hamm and Anita Sue Smith, to a Nashville Business College. Gravel Hill community: Mr. Billy Armstrong is attending College at Booneville. James Whirley, Hilburn Mullins and Eugene Forsythe left to work on a pipeline in Pennsylvania. Mr. Simp Smith died at his home near here Monday morning. One Night Revival at the First Pentecostal Church in North Selmer on Highway No 45 and hear these twin boys - 14 year old Billy and Bobby McCool of Hayti, Mo. Monday night, Sept 25. At 7:30 pm. Beauty Hill community: the many friends in this community of Hugh Inman were saddened by the news of his death in a Memphis hospital, Sept 14, 1950. His wife, the former Miss Thelma Plunk has our heart-felt sympathy. Opening Day of Browder’s Shoe Store on Saturday, Sept 23. Located at 116 S. Second St. The circles of the Baptist WMS met last Thursday night. The program was present by Mrs. Gary Sanders of Stantonville. New officers: Pres, Mrs. Farris Wilkerson - Vice P, Mrs. Norvel Counce - Secretary, Mrs. Lesie Houston - Treasurer, Mrs. Ray Barr - Circle Chairmen: Mrs. Bill Barksdale, Mrs. Lee Jaggars, Mrs. James Henley - Stewardship Chairman, Mrs. Roy Downs - Missions, Mrs. Forrest Williams - Community Missions, Mrs. M.E. Smith - Young People, Mrs. Howard Kolb - Sunbeam, Mrs. W.E. Foote - R A, Miss Bettye Sams – G A, Miss Rosemary Patrick. Chewalla community: the Ladies Missionary Auxiliary met in the parsonage with Mrs. Birdie Moore with 16 present. Mrs. R.N. Coke, who suffered a stroke some weeks ago is improved. Five birthdays were celebrated at a delicious dinner served on the lawn of Mr. and Mrs. Cecil Teague. The birthdays were among the 48 guests which included families and relatives of both Mr. and Mrs. Teague. Present: Mr. and Mrs. Omer Teague and Evelyn of Ramer; Avon Dixon of Gravel Hill; Mr. and Mrs. Ed Cardwell, Mr. and Mrs. Devoe Morrow and Sue; Mr. and Mrs. Raymond Teague and Ronnie, of the Hurley community; Mr. and Mrs. J.V. Cardwell and family, Mr. and Mrs. Floyd Price and children, Mrs. Maude Hurley and Nolan Hurley, Mr. and Mrs. Norman Hurley and daughter, Rev. and Mrs. Birdie Moore and children, Mr. and Mrs. Johnnie J. Teague, Mr. Pleasy Teague. Showing at the Ritz next week: the Duchess Of Idaho - Joe Palooka Meets Humphrey - Winchester 73 - Thunder In The Pines - Riders In The Sky - Sierra. Carolyn Hendrix, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Ray Hendrix of Bethel Springs is the model for Jaggars Kiddie Shoppe. Rose Creek Community: There were 125 present for Sunday School at Piney Grove Sunday. Selmer Community: Mrs. Bernice Weatherford is able to sit up at her home after an appendectomy. Miss Lola Frances Kiser, Raymond Johnson, Miss Peggy Dean Sibley and Robert Earl Sibley have entered Memphis State College. James Hagy Smith, Blair Scott and Jimmy Thompson have re-entered the University of Tennessee. Ray Horton and Junior Teague have gone to Pennsylvania to work. A list of some of our young folks who are attending UT Junior College: Gerald Kinchen, Richard Brown, Bill Bateman, Jack Lewis, Jimmy Weatherford, Miss Annie Lou Robinson and H.J. Maxedon. Mrs. Clovis Hipps Mann who spent the summer months managing her summer resort in Wisconsin has come to spend the winter with her mother, Mrs. Mary Hipps and sister Miss Imogene Hipps of Bethel Springs. Notice! Audrey’s Beauty Shop is now prepared to take care of all your beauty needs. Phone 91 for appointment. Operators: Jessie Armstrong and Thannie Mae Hunt. The Ninth Annual McNairy County Dairy & Livestock show was held last Saturday. There were 44 exhibits of dairy animals, 10 exhibits of beef animals. Eight 4-H Members also exhibited poultry and one gilt was shown by David Holland. The winners: 4-H Club, FFA Cows and Heifers: Class 1, Junior calves: 1 - Charles C. Raines, Stantonville, 2 - Dorothy Gober, Adamsville, 3 - Billy Gage, Bethel Springs, 4 - Katherine Milam, Bethel Springs, 5 - James Smith, Bethel Springs, 6 - Ralph Gage, Bethel Springs, 7 - Roderick Plunk, Bethel Springs, 9 - Max Miller, Bethel Springs, 9 - Larry W. Raines, Stantonville. Class 2: Seniors Calves: 1 & 2 - Anna K. Dickson, Bethel Springs, 3 - Jimmy Jones, Selmer, 4 - Larry W. Raines, Stantonville, 5 – B.W. Barnes, Selmer, 6 - James P, Prentiss, Ramer - 7 - Ralph Tidwell, Stantonville, 8 - Joe McReynolds, Selmer. Class 3: Junior yearlings: 1 - Agnes Dickson, Bethel Springs, 2 – B.W. Barnes, Selmer, 3 - Joe Page Varnell, Adamsville, 4 - Harold Raines, Stantonville, 5 - Hugo Gober, Adamsville, 6 - Joe Mitchell, Selmer, 7 - Agnes Dickson, Bethel Springs. Class 4: Senior yearlings: 1 - Tom Hendrix, Bethel Springs, 2 - Joe Page Varnell, Adamsville, 3 - Houston Thrasher Jr., Selmer, 4 – G.P. Dickey, Michie, 5 - Houston Thrasher Jr., Selmer, 6 - Jeanette Smith, Michie, 7 - Paul Shelton, Bethel Springs. Class 7, Cows: 1 - Anna K. Dickson, Bethel Springs, 2 - Glenn D. Phillips, Selmer, 3 - Max Miller, Bethel Springs. Class 8 Cows born before July 1, 1945: 1& 2 - Larry W. Raines, Stantonville, 3- Joe Mitchell, Selmer. Open Jersey Show: Class 1, Junior Calves: 1 - Charles C. Raines, Stantonville, 2 – F.B. Barnes, Selmer, 3 - Dorothy Gober, Adamsville, 4 - Billy Gage, Bethel Springs, 5 – W.H. Jones, Selmer, 6 - Katherine Milam, Bethel Springs, 7 - James Smith, Bethel Springs, 8 - Ralph Gage, Bethel Springs, 9 - Guy Lambert, Adamsville, 10 – T.E. Moore, Adamsville. Open Jersey, Class 2, Seniors Calves: 1 & 2 - Anna K. Dickson, Bethel Springs, 3 - Jimmy Jones, Selmer, 4 - Larry W. Raines, Stantonville, 5 – W.H. Jones, Selmer, 6 – B.W. Barnes, Selmer, 7 - James P. Prentiss, Ramer, 8 - Ralph Tidwell, Stantonville, 9 - Rufus Jones, Selmer, 10 - Joe McReynolds, Selmer. Open Jersey, Class 3, Junior yearlings: 1 - Agnes Dickson, Bethel Springs, 2 - Cavit Cheshier, Bethel Springs, 3 – C.H. Phillips, Selmer, 4 – T.E. Moore, Adamsville, 5 – G.W. Hall, Selmer, 6 – B.W. Barnes, Selmer, 7 – T.E. Moore, Adamsville, 8 - Joe Harris, Bethel Springs, 9 - Joe Page Varnell, Adamsville, 10 - Harold Raines, Stantonville. Open Jersey, Class 4, Senior yearlings: 1 – G.W. Hall, Selmer, 2 - Tom Hendrix, Bethel Springs, 3 - Joe Page Varnell, Adamsville, 4 - Houston Thrasher Jr., Selmer, 5 – G.P. Perry, Ramer, 6 - Houston Thrasher Jr., Selmer, 7 - Jeanette Smith, Michie, 8 - Paul Shelton, Bethel Springs. Open Jersey, Class 5, Cows: 1 – H.S. Carothers, Adamsville, 2 - Jimmy Jones, Selmer, 3 - Cavit Cheshier, Bethel Springs, 4 – T.E. Moore, Adamsville, 5 & 6 – L.R. Hamm, Guys, 7 – D.A. Milam, Bethel Springs, 8 - Glen Plunk, Bethel Springs, 9 - Betty Jane Smith, Michie, 10 – G.W. Hall, Selmer. Open Jersey, Cows, Class 6: 1 - Larry Wayne Raines, Stantonville, 2 – W.H. Jones, Selmer, 3 - Cavit Cheshier, 4 - Jimmy Jones, Selmer, 5 – R.L. Jones, Selmer, 6 - Louis Jones, Selmer, 7 - Charles C. Raines, Stantonville, 8 - Harold Raines, Stantonville, 9 - Houston Thrasher Jr., Selmer, 10 - Joe Mitchell, Selmer. Open Jersey, Cows, Class 7: 1 - Anna K. Dickson, Bethel Springs, 2 - Glenn D. Phillips, Selmer, 3 - Max Miller, Bethel Springs. Open Jersey, Cows, Class 8: 1 - Cavit Cheshier, Bethel Springs, 2 - Louis Jones, Adamsville, 3 – L.R. Hamm, Guys, 4 & 5 - Larry W. Raines, Stantonville, 6 – L.R. Hamm, Guys, 7 - Joe Mitchell, Selmer. Grand Champion Female: Cavit Cheshier, Bethel Springs. Reserve Champion Female: H.S. Carothers, Adamsville. Registered Bulls: Class 1: 1- T.E. Moore, Adamsville, 2 – L.R Hamm, Guys, 3 - Douglas Raines, Stantonville, 4 - David Milam, Bethel Springs, 5 – L.R. Hamm, Guys, 6 - Cavit Cheshier, Bethel Springs, 7 - Archie Raines, Stantonville , 8 - Cavit Cheshier, Bethel Springs, 9 Roy King, Selmer. Registered Bulls, Class 2: 1 - Tom Hendrix, Bethel Springs, 2 – T.E. Moore, Adamsville, 3 – G.W. Hall, Selmer. Registered Bulls, Class 3: 1 – L.R. Hamm, Guys, 2 – G.W. Hall, Selmer. Grand Champion Bull – L.R. Hamm, Guys Reserve Champion Bull - Tom Hendrix, Bethel Springs. Group Classes: Lot 1: Produce of Dam Class: 1 - Cavit Cheshier, Bethel Springs, 2 - Larry W. and Douglas Raines, 3 – L.R. Hamm, Guys, 4 - Harold Raines, Stantonville, 5 – L.R. Hamm, Guys, 6 - Joe Mitchell, Selmer. Lot 2: Get of Sire: 1 - Delores Smith and Larry W. Raines, Stantonville, 2 – T.E. Moore, Adamsville. Beef Cattle: Class 1: W.W. Thompson, Selmer, 2 - Troy Hair, Adamsville, 3 & 4- M.E. Etheridge, Finger, 5 - Mansel Eason, Adamsville. Beef Cattle, Class 2: 1 0 W.W. Thompson, Selmer. Beef Cattle, Class 3: 1 - Troy Hair & W.W. Thompson Class 4, Beef Heifers: 1 - Troy Hair, Adamsville, 2 - A.H. Smelser, Adamsville, 3 - Allie Hurst, Selmer, 4 – J.G. Jamerson, Adamsville, 5 - Douglas Raines, Stantonville, 6 – J.G. Jamerson, 7 - Allen Lipford, Adamsville, 8 – T.H. Hair, Adamsville, 9 - Roy Lipford. Class 5, Beef Heifers: 1 – W.W. Thompson, Selmer, 2 - Allie Hurst, Selmer, 3 – W.W. Thompson, Selmer, 4 – T.H. Hair, Adamsville, 5 - Billy Ashe, Adamsville, 6 – A.H. Smelser, Adamsville. Class 6: 1 & 2 - Troy Hair, Adamsville. Class 7: 1 - Troy Hair, Adamsville, 2 - Allie Hurst, Selmer, 3 – J.G. Jamerson, 4 - Allie Hurst, Selmer, 5 – M.E. Etheridge, Finger, 6 – T.H. Hair, Adamsville. Class 8: Produce of Dam: 1 - Allie Hurst, Selmer, 2 & 3 - Troy Hair, Adamsville Class 8: Get of Sire: 1 - Troy Hair, Adamsville Grand Champion Bull: 1 - Troy Hair & W.W. Thompson Reserve Champion Bull: 1 – W.W. Thompson Grand Champion Female: 1 - Troy Hair Reserve Champion Female: 1 – W.W. Thompson Fat Calves: 1 - Charles Raines Jr., Stantonville, 2 - Anita Hurst, Selmer, 3 - Betty Jo Hurst, Selmer, 4 - Larry W. Raines, Stantonville, 5 - Jane Hamm, Adamsville, 6 - Billy Ashe, Adamsville, 7 - Edwin Hurley, Stantonville. Poultry: Best pen of one cockerel and 2 pullets: 1 - Patsy Martin, Bethel Springs, 2 - Dorothy Gober, Adamsville, 3- Betty Sue Vires, Finger; 4 - RaNell Robinson, Finger 5 - Linda Garrison, Stantonville, 6 - Doyle Treece, Adamsville. Best pen of 3 pullets: 1 - Delores Smith, Stantonville, 2 - Martha Carolyn Gage, Bethel Springs. Swine: Registered Open Gilts: David Holland, Bethel Springs. Volume 40 No 42: Wilbur Wright, Editor and Publisher

September 29, 1950

Sgt. Paul R. Dillon, son of Mr. and Mrs. Joe Dillon of Michie has been promoted to Staff Sergeant in the Air Force. Mary Grace Kiser, daughter of Prof. and Mrs. B.T. Kiser, of Selmer, is following in the footsteps of her sister, Lola Frances in bringing honor to the Selmer School Mary Grace enrolled for her first year at Memphis State College and on her enrollment examination she scored 143. The highest point ever made by a freshman was 144. J.B. Taylor, 25 year old sailor from Selmer, Tenn., was presented the Navy and Marine Corp life- saving medal for grabbing a doomed man away from sharks. Taylor dived into the water from the destroyer Saufley on June 6 to save Pedro Guzman, Puerto Rican from a charted airline that crashed in the Atlantic 500 miles northeast of Miami, Fla. Rescuers aboard the Saufley, saw Guzman swimming with a pack of sharks following him. A basket stretcher was lowered, but Guzman, weak from loss of blood from a gaping shark bite in his shoulder, was unable to climb in. Disregarding the danger of the sharks, Taylor plunged into the water and helped the injured man aboard the ship shortly before he died of his wounds. Two McNairy County students graduated from University of Tennessee at Memphis: Miss Imogene Jones, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Burton Jones of Selmer received a nursing certificate and Erwin M. Cox, son of Mr. James R. Cox, of Rt 1 Bethel Springs, received the degree of Doctor of Medicine. (Cox graduated from Chester Co, High School.) Revival starts at the Methodist Church Sunday. Earl Latta of Latta Motor Company was chosen ‘Mr Big’ by the Ford Motor Co. Memphis District. 1,000 Ford Dealers from the Memphis District and their personnel earned the right to attend the event at Belvedere Country Club in Hot Springs, Ark. Accompanying Mr. Latta were Charles Cude, Neal O’Neal and Oscar McCullar. Fire Prevention Week Oct 8-14. O.V. Erwin, Jr., President of the Junior Chamber of Commerce has announced the Jaycee will participate. Miss Fire Prevention contest will be held for girls of ‘high school age’ of 15-21. Rev. John D. Hopper, age 58, died on Saturday, Sept 16, 1950. He had been a minister of the Church of God for about 24 years. Funeral services were held at the Salem Presbyterian Church in Gadsden, Tenn. with burial in the cemetery at Salem. Rev. Hopper resided in the Moore School House community in this county. Shackelford Funeral Directors in charge of arrangements. The deceased is survived by his wife, Mrs. Lydia Hopper; two daughters, Mrs. Grant Ballard and Mrs. Jack Creamer; one son, Johnny Harold; three brothers, Finnie, Elgen and Jim Hopper. Mr. William Car Beard, age 64, died on Monday, Sept 18, 1950. He resided on Route 3, Bethel Springs. Funeral services, conducted by Bro. Dickson of Bethel Springs, were held at the Bethesda Church on Sept 19, 1950. Burial was in the cemetery there with Shackelford funeral Directors in charge. The deceased is survived by his wife Mrs. Zula Beard; three daughters, Mrs. Dorothy Clark, and Misses Mary Sue and Betty Beard; and three sons; J.R., Thomas F., and Raymond F. Beard. Mr. Willie Hough Inman, age 42, died at his home near Selmer on Thursday, Sept 14, 1950. Services, conducted by Rev. W.P. Littlefield, of Adamsville, were held at Good Hope Church with burial was in the cemetery there with Shackelford Funeral Directors in charge. The deceased is survived by his wife, Mrs. Thelma Inman; father, W.Q. Inman; brother, J. Lester Inman and sister Miss Imogene Inman. Mr. Sim S. Smith, age 81, who resided in the Gravel Hill community, died on Monday, Sept 18, 1950. Funeral services, conducted by Rev. W.E. Bailey, were held at the Gravel hill Missionary Baptist Church, with interment there. Survivors include: one son, Charlie W. Smith and one daughter, Miss Eva Parlee Smith. Showing at the Ritz next week: Sierra - The Return of Wildfire - Tarzan And The Slave Girl - Flight Lieutenant - Powder River Rustlers - Colt 45. Caterpillar in Peoria, Ill., has factory jobs for men. Six annual holidays. Retirement plan. Group Insurance. Vacations with pay. Hot lunches at reasonable cost in clean modern cafeteria. Of interest to their friends: the marriage of Eugene Varnell of Selmer to Miss Shirley Ruth Hurley of Bethel Springs was at Iuka, Miss. on Sept 22, 1950. The bride is the daughter of Mrs. Herbert Hurley of Bethel Springs and the groom is the son of Mrs. Lora Varnell. Gene graduated from Selmer High School in 1942. They will reside in Selmer where he is employed at Brown Shoe F. The Acton 4-H club met and elected officers: President - Silas Rickman; Vice P - Nila Qualls; Sec/treas - Beth Copeland; reporters - Phyllis and Geneva Bennett; song leader - Hilda Pittman. Adult leaders are Mrs. Gladys Qualls, Mrs. Louise Feldman, and Mr. Rufus Cunningham. Hadacol now makes it possible to relieve the cause of your sickness. Neuritis pains, stomach disturbances, indigestion, gas, constipation, certain nervous disorders and a general run down condition when due to lack of Vitamin B, Iron and Niacin in your system. Crooked Creek Community: Mrs. Alma Holmes accompanied a group of 17 boys and girls to Shiloh Church to a M Y F social. Mrs. Ruby West, Mrs. Alma Holmes and John McCann were among the fitting department operators to enjoy a picnic dinner at Brown Shoe Factory F on Tuesday. Mrs. Billy McCullar is improving after surgery. On Sept 10, the descendants of James H. Hendrix, gathered in the home of Mr. and Mrs. George Basham of Bethel Springs for the first family reunion with 63 people present: Mrs. Medie Cobb; Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Cobb; Mr. and Mrs. Leland Campbell and children, Mr. and Mrs. Maynard Basham, Mr. and Mrs. Leonard Campbell and sons, Mr. and Mrs. Tony Steadman and Patricia, Mr. and Mrs. John Harris and Janet Elaine, Mr. and Mrs. John Hendrix and Sue Nell, Mr. and Mrs. John Pershing Hendrix and Beth and Sybil, and Mrs. James Lain Hendrix and Patricia Ann, Mr. and Mrs. Rafe Weatherly and Willie Jean. Mr. and Mrs. Thomas E. Nelson, Mr. and Mrs. Hendrix Weatherly, Mr. and Mrs. Carlos Hendrix and children, Mr. and Mrs. Bob Kennedy and Nelda, Mr. and Mrs. Loyd Ray and Judith Ann, Mr. and Mrs. Cooper Mullins and Linda & Billie Jo, Mr. and Mrs. Dywane Mullins and Gail, Mrs. Curtis Mitchell, Mr. and Mrs. D.W. Tull and Mr. and Mrs. Arlie Kernodle. After lunch, pictures were taken and everyone enjoyed the day. Descendants of the late Mr. and Mrs. J.R. Wright gathered in the home of Mrs. Wilma Vinson in Adamsville for a family reunion. 42 of the clan enjoyed the hospitality of Mrs. Vinson: Mrs. Tollie Wright, Mr. and Mrs. Jo Wright and Kay, Mr. and Mrs. Lowell Pugh and Jacklyn, Mr. and Mrs. T.N. Wright, Kathleen Wright, Mr. and Mrs. Wilbur Wright and Claire Ann , Martha Ann Wright, Mr. and Mrs. J.A. Wright and sons Dale & Fuston and grandson Richard Williams. Mrs. L.M. Fly, Mr. and Mrs. Marion Ragland and son Freddie and David, Mr. and Mrs. Jim Cheatham and Margaret, Mrs. Luther White and George, Mr. and Mrs. B.W. Wright, Myrlee and Billy, Mr. and Mrs. Billy Ray Vinson, Mr. and Mrs. Wallace Vinson and children and Mrs. Wilma Vinson. Red Oak School: A box supper was given last Friday night. There were 15 boxes. All were beautifully decorated and well prepared. Shirlene Goolsby was the most beautiful girl with Margie Sanders a close second and Shirley D. King and Helen Dillon 3 rd and 4 th . Preston King won as the ugliest man and Pole Matlock a close second. The bean guessing contest was won by Billy Joe Howell. His estimate was only 14 beans short on a pint of beans. We took in $33.75. Old Cool Springs Community: Mr. Bill Hampton visited the bedside of his grandmother Hampton in Bemis. Pebble Hill Community: Mr. Claud Whitaker has returned home. Mrs. Hays Lee with the Home Ec class attended the fair at Memphis. Misses Marie and Laurene Kiddy and Norma Gene Glidewell also attended the fair. Funeral services were conducted at Pebble Church for Janet Goff, 5 year old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Eugene Goff of Corinth. She passed away on Sept 13, 1950 at the home of her parents. She had been an invalid all her life. She leaves her parents, her twin sister and two other sisters and a brother. Burial was in Pebble Hill Cemetery. Funeral services were conducted at Pebble Hill Cemetery for Infant Years of Corinth last Saturday afternoon. No other information is known. Jo Page Varnell of Adamsville has purchased her first registered Jersey. She purchased the Jersey female, Favorite Fillpail Signal from the herd owned by Annie Hoover of Stantonville. The Associated Press first used typewriters in 1885. Center Ridge Community: Mr. and Mrs. Wilton Isbell and daughters are moving to Peoria, Ill. Mr. and Mrs. E.M. Jolly, Mr. and Mrs. Thurman Moore and Phil, Mr. and Mrs. Artie Goodrum and sons Donald and Jimmy, Mr. and Mrs. Curtis Moore, Miss Betty Sue Moore, Mr. and Mrs. J.H. Moore visited Mrs. Bill Price and baby Bernice Jeanette in Webb-Williamson Hospital. Mrs. Price is better at this writing. Ramer Community: Mrs. Maggie Hill, great aunt of the Jernigan triplets, helped them celebrate their third birthday. Evelyn Haddon has been a student at Blue Mountain College has enrolled at Union University. Mr. and Mrs. Ray Lawson are the parents of a 9 pound daughter named Jennifer. Mrs. William Coleman Gibson has joined her husband in Memphis where he is a student at U-T Medical School. Mr. and Mrs. James Boucher are moving from the Paul Teague home to the residence recently vacated by the Brawner family. Mr. Teague has been in Fort Pillow and is returning to Ramer. Mr. and Mrs. Laurence Burress have a new baby girl named Annetta Ann. Mt. Gilead Community: Little Hugh Edward Foster is on the sick list. Mt. Zion Community by Mrs. James Henson: Mrs. Herbert Case is feeling better after a recent illness. Visitors were Mrs. Vernon Brown, Mrs. James Brown, Mr. and Mrs. Everette Henson, Mrs. Ophelia McCullar, Mrs. Dan Willis. Brenda Joyce Henson has been absent from school because of an insect bite. Dot, Don and James Brown have all been sick with the sore throat. Mr. and Mrs. Everett Brown received word that their son, Rosco Brown, who is with the Army in Japan, underwent an operation for appendicitis. They also received word that their son Rex Brown who lives in Missouri has received his call to the Army. Several members of the M Y F of Union Grove Methodist Church enjoyed an outing at Rhea Springs. Buena Vista community: Mrs. Louise Campbell is not improving at this writing. Several people, some from out of town visiting with her and Mr. and Mrs. Oscar King: Mr. and Mrs. John Forsythe, Mr. and Mrs. James Forsythe, Benny Jenkins, Mr. and Mrs. I.H. Stivers and children, Mr. and Mrs. B.Y. Howell, Mrs. Flora Hester and son Clyde, Mr. and Mrs. Grady Saxton, Mrs. Dan Cobb. Members of the Holley family met at the home of Mr. and Mrs. G.A. Shelton in Adamsville, Sunday. The first family reunion in about eleven years, they talked over happy days of the past. Attending: Mr. and Mrs. Elvis Holley, Mr. and Mrs. Edmond Holley, Mr. and Mrs. Jimmie Holley all of Morris Chapel; Mr. and Mrs. Bennie Brazelton, Mr. and Mrs. Bufford Wade, Mrs. Therman Osborn all of Bemis, Mr. and Mrs. Zenie Holley of Texas, Mr. and Mrs. Hollie O’Neal and Jack of Enville, Mr. and Mrs. James Miller of Memphis; Mrs. Bobby Shelton and son Robert Whorton of Finger, Mr. and Mrs. Harry Shelton and daughters, Helen Kay and Linda, Mr. and Mrs. Harold Shelton and children Ronald and Joan of Selmer, and Jacklyn Shelton. No one knows the future, but there’s one thing we’re sure: clothing will not be any cheaper this year. Buy your winter clothes now at Jaggars Kiddie Shoppe. The model for this week is Carolyn Phelps, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Clyde B. Phelps, of Rt 2, Ramer. Mrs. Minnie Ramer is improving from an attack of illness. Larry Cotner went to Memphis recently for a medical examination. Mr. and Mrs. Leo Bolton have moved from Court Ave to a home on Hwy. 64 West. Mr. and Mrs. Allie Hurst and daughters attended the Mid-South fair this week. 4-H club News by Joe McMurry, Asst County Agt.: Seven 4-H members attended the Mid-south Junior Livestock Show and Sale. Calf sales were made by the following club members, average price 35¢ a pound: Charles Raines Jr., Larry Wayne Raines and Edwin Hurley of Stantonville, Anita Hurst, Betty Hurst and Joe McReynolds of Selmer, Bruce Hamm of Adamsville. The report of small pox in the Rose Creek community was false. Home Agent news by Betty Jo Sams: Carolyn Gooch of Michie and Betty Jane Smith of Stantonville represented McNairy County at the Mid - South Fair. Carolyn was placed in the blue ribbon class in the older girls division and Betty was placed in the red ribbon class of the younger girls division. In the milking class, Betty, unfortunately had to try to fill a coke bottle with milk from a cow who was accustomed to being milked by the new-fangled milking machine. Needless to say, this was a drawback. Betty Jane Smith also entered the 4-H District Dairy Demonstration in Jackson. She won fourth place with her demonstration on ‘cheese salads.’ Pickwick Shrine Club met at Thrasher’s Café. Officers elected from McNairy County were: Vice pres - Troy Pettigrew, Adamsville; Treasurer - Edgar Hodges, Selmer; Secretary – J. Louis Adams, Selmer; entertainment and publicity chairman - Joe Dave Robinson, Selmer. Present from McNairy County: Adamsville: H.L. Foster, Troy Pettigrew, Sam H. Taylor, A.H. Warner; Leapwood: C.S. Treece; Selmer: Will Tom Abernathy, J. Louis Adams, Norvel Counce, Dewitt Hamilton, James W. Hamilton, Flake Humphrey and Edgar Hodges. Volume 47 No 43. Wilbur Wright, Editor and Publisher.

October 6, 1950

McNairy county, was one of only nine counties in the State that had no traffic fatalities during the year 1949. A plaque was presented to the county and is on display in Sheriff Kirkpatrick’s office in the Court House. The 14 th Annual PTA meeting will be held at the First Christian Church in Jackson, Tenn. Mr. Frank Bass, state board member from McNairy County will attend. Selmer Lions football squad will engage the Savannah Central High here Friday night. Selmer squad will enter the field minus some regular players who have injuries, but with the addition of some who have recovered from injuries. Bob Kirk, who has been off the squad during the first four games, will replace his twin Bill Kirk, who is off on account of injuries. Here is the starting lineup: Bob Kirk, right end - Junior Pollard, right tackle - Will D. McClain, right guard - James E. Thomas, center - J.H. Whitaker, left guard - Leon Horton, left tackle - Leland Kiser, left end - Ray Hamm, quarterback - Lawrence Kirk or Kenneth Hawkins, right halfback - Jerry Barron, left halfback - Hubert Miller, full back - Malcom Moore and Gordon Sparks will be used defensively. Among a group of Korean casualties at the hospital at Sam Houston, Texas is Pfc. William Kendall Moore, son of Moselle Moore. Elect A.J. Thrasher your State Representative on November 7, 1950. Beauty Hill Community: this is mislabeled, should be Crooked Creek: Howard Ray Emmons is now employed with Sear Roebuck & Co. Alfred Prather has recently been employed with Brown Shoe Factory F. Martha Ann Jopling and Shirley Holmes were among the Home Ec. girls to attend the Memphis Fair. They were accompanied by their teacher, Mrs. George Scott. Gravel Hill Community: Mr. Jim North has been right sick. Mrs. Myrtle Armstrong is on our sick list. The Home Demonstration club met with Mrs. J.T. Sims with 11 members present. Two new members, Mrs. Roy Samples and Mrs. Tulon Samples. Mrs. Tolbert McCoy is not showing any improvement. Mrs. Kenneth Armstrong was honored last Friday with a bridal shower in the home of Mrs. Lex Armstrong. There will be an afternoon singing at Bethesda church next Sunday. L.C. Ingle, president. Prospect Softball squad win McNairy and Hardin Independent tournament. The first game to be played between Swift of Hardin and Prospect of McNairy was forfeited by Swift because part of the players were not able to pay. The second game was between Pybern and Gilchrist. Pybern won by two runs. The third game was Pybern and Prospect which Prospect won by a score of 6 to 1. The fourth game was Red Caps and Guys. Guys won this game 12 to 10. The final game was between Prospect and Guys, both of McNairy County. Prospect took an early lead with 3 to 0 in the first inning. Final score 10 to 2 in favor of Prospect. Prospect players, positions and batting order: Mulder, center field - Nunley, 3rd base - Uthel Ashe, short stop - Thomas Killingsworth, 2nd base - Fat Rinks, right field - Curley Rinks, left field – H.G. Mulder, pitcher - Garry Sanders, 1 st base - Gale Huckabee, catcher. H.G. Mulder has lost only three games of the 24 games he has pitched this season. Mt. Gilead Community: The weather if very fine for the farmers who have cotton in the field. Those from our community attending the Fair last week: Lola and Kay Henson, James Edward Henson, Gene and Alvin Henson, Dorris and Mary Lee Whitten and Ann Mitchell. Old Cool Springs by Mrs. W.A. Plunk: Our meeting starts here Monday night. There was much excitement here Thursday when a pipe line exploded. Mrs. Beadie King Tacker of this community became the bride of Mr. J.A. Rhodes of Memphis on Wednesday. Mr. and Mrs. Ward Moore and Mr. and Mrs. W.A. Plunk enjoyed a fishing trip last Wednesday, with good luck. For Rent: One 6 room house, lights, tile well on back porch. Hwy 64 east in Selmer See Mrs. Frank Brookover, Stantonville, Tenn. For Sale: Bird Dogs, Pointers. 9 weeks old $15 each or 2 for $25. See C.L. Martin, Chewalla, Tenn. Crooked Creek This is mislabeled, it should be Beauty Hill: This community now boasts of its first television set, owned by Henry Plunk. There will be an all-day fellowship meeting here on the 5th Sunday. Stantonville Community: Mr. and Mrs. Elmer Sowell are the proud parents of a baby boy born last week. Chewalla Community: the children and grandchildren of Mrs. Georgia Hurley gave her a grand surprise on her birthday Sunday, by bringing baskets of food and many practical gifts. They were: Mr. and Mrs. Nile Wright and son Mike, Mrs. Vercie Smith and daughters Ouida Fay Smith and Mrs. Adrian Timmons, Mrs. Gladys Vandiver and son Lloyd. Mrs. Hurley will go home with her daughter Mrs. Nile Wright for a few days. Mrs. Hugh Fulton and Renee attended the Memphis Fair. Selmer Community: Miss Jimmie Sowell, a nurse at Baptist Hospital has joined the Navy. Pfc Jerry Boone is on furlough to visit his mother Mrs. Emma Boone. Among those in town that attended the Tennessee-Mississippi State Football game were: Mr. and Mrs. H.P. Lee, Mr. and Mrs. Joe Dave Robinson, County School Supt. and Mrs. J.C. Taylor, Mr. and Mrs. Will Tom Abernathy, Mr. and Mrs. Will Terry Abernathy and Ira S. Anderson. Billy McClain has had a recent tonsillectomy. Mrs. Minnie Ramer is improving. Annie Lou Robinson, Jack Russell Lewis, Richard Brown and H.J. Maxedon were home for the weekend from T T Junior College. Mrs. R.M. Kendrick is very critical. She has been an invalid for 25 years. Billy Wayne Barnes, son of Mr. and Mrs. F.B. Barnes of R 2 Selmer, has entered the U T Junior College as a scholarship student in agriculture. Barnes was valedictorian and vice president of his class at Selmer High School. The Ruth Waldren Circle of First Baptist church met recently with three new members: Mrs. Motes Bateman, Mrs. Inez Young and Mrs. Yvonne Sweat. New officers elected: Chairman Mrs Bernice Henley - Sec/Treas, Blanch Moore - Stewardship, Mrs. Tommye McCalip - Flower Chairman, Mrs. Motes Bateman and Mrs. Billie Huggins - Mission Study, Mrs. Lena Mae Teague - Mission Chairman, Eva Lee Counce - Stewardship. David Petty, son of Mr. and Mrs. Doyle Petty and lives near Chewalla is the Jaggars Kiddie Shoppe poster boy. Gravel Hill Cemetery Fund donations: $5 donation each: Mr. Louis Rushing, Mr. L.R. Weatherford, Mr. Anderson Moore, Mr. Thurman Latta. $2 each: Mr. David Hewitt, Mrs. Lizzie Wells, Mrs. Horry Browder, Mr. Glaciel Weatherford, Mr. Olen Weatherford, Mr. George Weatherford, Mr. Eli Weatherford, Mr. J.P. Weatherford, Mrs. Effie Weatherford, Mrs. Anderson Cooksey, Mr. Alvis Huggins, Mr. Roy Huggins, Miss Cassie Mae Armstrong, Mr. Andy Hamm, Mrs. Sarah Weatherford, Mr. Roy Sharp, Mr. Tolbert McCoy. $1 donations each: Mr. John Chenault, Mrs. Oma Springer, Mrs. Nola Hughes, Mrs. Artie Wilbanks, Mrs. Jim Cooksey, Mrs. Arbie Washburn, Mrs. Lucille McCormack, Mrs. Lester Sutton, Mrs. Odell Barnes. Flowers this week go to 80 year old Bill Humphries, who resides on Highway 64 about 10 miles west of Selmer. Mr. Humphries was born in St. Claire, Alabama, a small community 25 miles southwest of Birmingham, on August 6, 1870. His parents died while he was still young, leaving him with two small children to raise, a brother and a sister. He only received two months of schooling, if he remembers correctly. He attended the Old Harmony Church in Alabama. Leaving Alabama, Mr Humphries went to Arkansas, seeking to better his condition. He stayed there four years, working at saw mills and stave mills, and also farmed for awhile. Not being satisfied with his lot there, he came to Tennessee where he met Miss Henrietta Henson. They were married on Dec 4, 1895. Three children blessed this union. They are Gib and Doris of Memphis and Josie Sanders who lives between the communities of Gilchrist and Stantonville. Mr. Humphries has tried a variety of jobs or trades, but his hobby was hunting and trapping. He used to carry tents to the Tennessee River and would stay for weeks at a time, hunting, fishing and trapping, and during the farming season he tended his land, raising the usual cotton and corn and looked after 15 to 20 hives of bees, and a big orchard of assorted fruit trees. So life has been kind to Mr. Humphries. He is still in fairly good health, despite his 80 years. Mrs. Humphries died on May 19, 1943, leaving him alone at his old farm house on the Lawton to Stantonville road. At the time, one of his sons, Doris, went and lived with him for almost five years. Doris left when Mr. Humphries decided to sell out and live with his grandson Freeman Humphries. (He died June 25, 1952. William and Henrietta are buried at Pebble Hill cemetery.) Notice of Administrator’s sale of the estate of Joe H. Holmes. For sell to the highest bidder all of the interest the estate has in and to certain judgments in McNairy County in the Chancery Court Case of Joe H. Holmes, etc vs J.T. Foster, et al, ordering a sale of the lands involved in Cypress Drainage district . Tract No 10 - 35.1 acres assessed to W.M. Massey, judgment $564.12; No 12 - 28.2 acres assessed to Wash Smith, assessment $544.47; No 25 - 79.5 acres to Sid Smith, assessment $342.07; No 31 - 44.5 acres to J.G. Prather, assessment 542.42; N0 33 - 13l.4 acres to J.J. King, assessment $128.92; No 43 - 62.3 acres to W.A. Petree, assessment $101.25; No 44 - 62.3 acres to Ed Melton, assessment $449.63; No 45 - 28.4 acres to Mark Jones, assessment $174.38; No 48 - 55.3 acres to Rupert Chambers, assessment $279.89; No 71 - 17.4 acres to Jim Meeks, assessment $233.21; No 78 - 92.2 acres to T.J. Dixon, assessment $1,062.31; No 79 - 8.1 acres to J.W. Shannon, assessment $114.78 acres; No 80 - 9.5 acres to Wm. Curry, assessment $17.00; No 81 - 52.3 acres to Spin Butler, assessment $91.59 acres. Public sale to be held at the Court House on Oct 20, 1950 at 1o’clock pm. Mrs. Arnie Huggins, age 93, died at Webb Williamson Hospital at Jackson on Monday, October 2, 1950. Mrs. Huggins spent many happy weeks in Selmer in recent years, in the home of her son, Ralph Huggins, popular Selmer druggist and his family and she was well known here. She also lived quite a lot of her latter years with her daughter Mrs. J.R. Hamm at Ramer. At the time of her last illness, she was residing with another daughter, Mrs. Hattie Lawson at Henderson, Tenn. When he condition became grave on October 1, she was carried to the hospital in Jackson, where the end came. Services were held at the Cumberland Presbyterian Church at Ramer, Tenn., conducted by Rev. Emmett Ramer. Burial was in the Ramer cemetery with her grandsons as pallbearers. Shackelford Funeral Directors were in charge. Besides her children mentioned above, the deceased is survived by 15 grandchildren and 14 great grandchildren Little Franklin Anthony Jones, age three months and 28 days, son of Mr. and Mrs. Conrad Jones of R 2, Selmer, died on Sept 28, 1950, at the Baptist Hospital in Memphis. Funeral services, conducted by Rev. J. D. Holder, was held at the Falcon Baptist Church and interment in the cemetery there.; Survivors, besides his parents are one brother, Jeffrey; grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. B.E. Jones and Mr. and Mrs. Geo. Robert Bridges. Mr. Hershel H. Sewell, age 58, died at his home near Adamsville On Tuesday, Oct 3, 1950, following a long illness. Funeral services, conducted by Rev. A.B. Farris were held at Mars Hill Church on October 4, with interment at the cemetery there. The deceased is survived by his wife, Mrs. Jo Sewell and his mother Mrs. Ida Sewell. Showing at the Ritz next week: Colt 45 - Always Together - Annie Get Your Gun - The Great Jewell Robber - Strange Gamble - The Foreign Legion. September Land Transfers by P.L. Tacker, Register: (unspecified land unless listed) Herman E. Brawner and wife to E.J. Shelton & wife; J.A. Morris to A.D. Frank & wife; P.D. Kimbrel to H.S. Kinchen 128 ac; Dr. M.O. Ross to Mrs. Oda Bridges; Mrs. J.V. Howell to J. E. Butler; J.M. Dunaway to Pauline Clark; C.S. Counce to E.A. Lipford 179 acres; Flora Hamm Key to McNairy Board of Education 3 acres; T.W. McCullar to Joe N. Prather; Marion McCann to Jno. D. Hester; D.H. Wilson to Neal McIntyre; Frank Hathcock to Eugene Marler; C.W. Whitaker to Sam Coston (Trustee); Mrs. Annice Smith to Robert Derryberry a lot; Hugh Marler to C.W. Whitaker 1 acre; Kathryn Howell to J.L. Kirk 65 acres; H. L. Horner and wife to C.T. Hurley & wife, lots; E.H. Siler and wife to Irene Tull 59 acres; J.W. Moore and wife to Hugh Marler & wife; James H. Prentis & wife to T.H. Flanagin; Grady Counce & wife to Marvin E. Sparks & wife, lot; Ezra Knight & wife to Marvin Sparks & wife, lot; G N Weatherford & wife to Marvin E. Sparks & wife, lot; L.C. Newsom & wife to Ward Mitchell & wife; R.H. Cox & wife to L.C. Newsom, R.F. Wilson & wife to J.D. Hopper & wife; Jack Thrig & wife to J.R. King & wife; John David Tull & wife to J.H. McMahan & wife; Noah Hurst to Mary Siler 54 acres; J.W. Thomas & wife to Hazel Taylor; C.A. Evan & wife to W.J. Evans & wife, 2 acres; Leonard Henson & wife to J.L. Messer, lot; B.F. Herring & wife to Willard E. Massengill & wife 150 acres; Horace W. Cornelius & wife to Bernie Jones 1 acre; J. W. Summers & wife to Dr. E.G. Sanders & wife; Standard Lumber Co to Charles C. Russom & wife; Cassie Sanders to Jim Evans, 1 acres; J.V. Cagle to G.S. Crowe and F.W. Cagle, 270 acres; Florence Martin to L.G. Vaughn & wife, 183 acres; Dan Hurst and others to Elmer Cox, 54 acres; Dan Cox and wife to Mary Siler, 5 acres; C.E. Blanton and others to Board of Education, 20 acres; Mary O. and C.R. Inman to Board of Education, 4 acres; Board of Education to Mary O. and C. R. Inman, 3 acres; J.R. Mitchell & wife to Euel Mitchell & wife 1/4 acres; J.H. Moss to T.J. Moss, 6 ½ acres; Troy M. Smith & wife to G.H. south & wife, 19 acres; Deedie Murray to H.J. Maxedon, 50 acres; Ralph Armstrong & wife to Willie Gertrude Moore, lot; I V Hughes & wife to John E. Malone & wife 18 acres; C. H. Blasingame to Mrs. Annie L. Wiggs 6 ½ acres. Volume 47 No 44 - Wilbur Wright Editor and Publisher.

October 13, 1950

West Tennesseans do not have public educational opportunities equal to those of other divisions of the state. Therefore a movement has been started to expand the U - T College at Martin to a four year college. Selmer Lions football team lost to Savannah 34 to 6. Selmer’s lone touchdown was made by Jerry Barron, who had gone back into the game at the half, with an injured ankle. The U-T Junior Vols tramples Southeast Missouri with a 33-0 win at U-T campus at Martin. Jack Russell Lewis from Selmer played offensively at left tackle slot and ‘Red’ Weatherford, also of Selmer, saw action the last half in the fullback slot. Tractor trailer truck collides with car at the Leapwood exit on Highway 64. The truck driver was Harvey McEwen Jr. of Trenton and Grady Rinks of McNairy County. No one was killed but the truck driver suffered burns on 25% of his body. The truck was loaded with canned goods and the loss was estimated at $25,000. The big jamboree, which has been held at the Latta Motor company shop each month since February, will hold its final session Tuesday night October 17. Bobby Latta, one of the sponsors of this session of hill-billy music and other entertainments says, ‘we expect this show to be the best yet. We’re expecting Leonard Carroll and his Chickasaw Rambler and the Tennessee Valley Boys, and other fine groups. In addition to the musical entertainment, a technicolor film will be shown.’ Those that have been attending these shows please note it is being held on Tuesday night instead of the customary Thursday night. Entertainment starts at 8:00 pm. Doctors, dentists and veterinarians now have to sign up with Selective Service. Rose Creek Community: James Edward Hendrix was home from college last weekend. Billie Smith left for Peoria, Ill. Guys Community: B.O. McCarley has announced the arrival of Rebecca Lynn in August and several of our community went to visit baby and mother. Mrs. McCarley is the former Miss Mildred Sharp. The Thomas Harris reunion was held at Nashville recently, of which Mrs. John Sharp is a descendant. Thomas Harris, from Wales, settled in Virginia ca 1611 and descendant came to Tennessee. Gideon, a descendant, had a grandson that settled in McNairy County ca 1835. Mr. and Mrs. Richard Sharp have moved to their new home in Corinth, where he operates a grocery store. Mr. and Mrs. J.L. Wren and Larry and Mr. and Mrs. Ennis Suggs and Elaine occupy the R.M. Houston – W.E. Sharp house, which Richard and Ruth vacated. Barbara Harben has been ill. John Sharp, Jr., gave Sir Arthur Sullivan’s ‘The Last Chord,’ as a cornet solo at Selmer PTA in September. After much levity and gaiety, Louis Adams struck a knock-out blow in his informal talk to the Selmer PTA when he based part of his talk on H.G. Wells ‘Open Conspiracy’ and suggested we might expect a better world if we were better individuals. Mr. and Mrs. John Sharp and John Jr., Nelson Houston, Dudley Dancer, Nola Bess Basinger, Mrs. Leslie Houston, Mrs. Ralph Hurley and Dr. and Mrs. T.N. Humphrey and daughters were at the Mid-South Fair in Memphis last week. The school bus with GUYS printed on it, spells progress for the community. Last Sunday at the home of Mr. Jim Hipps, who lives 2 miles east of Bethel Springs, some 36 relatives, bringing basket lunches, gathered for a family reunion. Present: Jim Hipps, Nola Hipps, Willie Hipps, Mrs. John Hipps, Lee Combs, Maud Combs, Mrs Monda Hipps, Paul Hipps, Mary Frances Hipps, Little Joe Davis, Leonard Hipps, Marle Hipps, Don Hipps, James Hipps, Thomas Hipps, Lela Hipps, Dorothy Hipps, Johnnie Hipps, Jerry Hipps, Mrs. Fortunate Mann, Mrs. Walter Sparks, Sandra Kay Sparks, Frank Rouse, Mrs. Frank Rouse, Shelby Jean Rouse, Mrs. Mary White, Talmadge White, Marie White, Wayne White, Brenda Kay White, O.L. Plunk, Nellie Plunk, Festus Findley, Willie Mae Findley, Mrs. Earl Uzzell and Miss Jean Hipps. Mount Zion community by Mrs. James Henson: Mr. Herbert Case is working in Peoria Ill. with the Caterpillar Co. Mr. Henry Gardner was rushed to the Corinth Hospital. Mr. James Henson is sick. Pleasant Grove Home Demonstration Club met with Mrs. Evelyn Tackett with 7 members and 4 visitors present. Devotional by Mrs. Ruby Harris. Roll call by Patie Everett. Next meeting in the home of Mrs. Ethel Gilbert. 14 students are enrolled at U- T Knoxville: Robert L. Bearden, Leonard R. Blanton, Mildred C. Perkins, Martha P. Swiney all of Adamsville; Nancy C. Naylor of Finger; John R. Barnett of Michie; Arthur B. Joyce of Ramer; Jo Ann Barr, Arnold Hurst, William B. Scott, James H. Smith, James M. Thompson, Charles W. Woods, Selmer; Eugene S. Pipkin of Stantonville. Ramer Community: College kids from our community home last weekend: Helen Gibson, Dorothy Sue and Bucky Bond, Carman Gibson, Harvey King, Will Raymond Majors, Evelyn Hadden. Dr. Earl Ramer, who is an instructor in the Teacher’s Workshop in Selmer, was visiting in Ramer recently. Dr. Ramer is the great-grandson of one of the earliest settler and for whom the town of Ramer was named. Mr. and Mrs. Raymond Teague have a fine son whom they have named Jimmy Ray. Mrs. W.W. Wallace has been sick. J.F. Tate is home from a Memphis hospital. Mr. and Mrs. Paul Teague and little daughter have moved back into their home on Hwy 57 east. Gravel Hill Community: Mr. Freeman Washburn was carried to Kennedy Hospital in Memphis. Mrs. Andrew Holland has returned home from a Memphis hospital. Rev. W.J. Hardwick filled his appointed here at the Primitive Baptist Church Saturday and Sunday. Opal Gray is the champion hawk killer of our community. He recently killed a white hawk that measured 65 inches from tip to tip of wings. The Harvest Festival will be held at the school Oct 20. Sponsored by the Home Demonstration Club. Featured will be the Latta Ramblers band from Selmer. For Sale: 1 year old male Pointer bird dog. See J.T. Burks at the Court House. For Rent: one 3-room house, hot and cold water, bath, hardwood floors at 280 E. Purdy Rd. The McNairy County Board of Education has authorized to sell the following abandoned school properties: Center Ridge, Meadow Hill and Clover Hill. Signed J.C. Taylor, County Supt. of Schools. Old Cool Springs by Mrs. W.A. Plunk: The community was shocked and saddened Saturday night when James Crow was shot and killed. He was laid to rest in Sweet Lips Cemetery. The meeting here came to a close Saturday night. Bro. Carter will preach here Sunday. Mr. and Mrs. Ward Moore, Mr. and Mrs. W.A. Plunk and children, Carl Austin and Malcom Moore attended church at Iola Sunday. Pebble Hill Community: Mr. Claude Whitaker and children have moved into their new home recently purchased from Mr. Marler. Farmers are busy gathering their crops. Mr. and Mrs. Gerry Kiddy and family attended the tent revival in Selmer. Stantonville Home Demonstration club met in the home of Mrs. Mary Nell Plunk with Mrs. Patie Glidewell co-hostess. 17 members present and 3 visitors. Devotion given by Mrs. Ersie Combs. Mesdames Emma Raines, Loraine Pettigrew and Cora smith gave reports. Next meeting in the home of Mrs. Lois Moffett. Fine Feathers Nylons in colors: Bonheur, French, Coffee and Maple Glace $1.08 to $1.49 at Browder and Littlefield. Judy Smith, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Fred M Smith of Michie, Tenn. is the poster girl for Jaggars Kiddie Shoppe. Showing at the Ritz next week: The Foreign Legion - Killer Shark - The Black Rose - 2 Weeks To Live - Across The Rio Grande - Peggy. Selmer Community: Several from Selmer attended the funeral of Buck Dennie at Somerville. Mrs. Hailey, Marvin Hailey’s mother, entered the Baptist Hospital for a major operation. A family reunion was held in the home of Mr. and Mrs. O.D. Wyatt. Present: Mr. and Mrs. Leonard Hurley, Mr. and Mrs. Alton Hurley and Linda, Mrs. Coleman Smith and children, Mrs. Frank Bass and son Leon. Students home last week were Emmett Lunceford, Miss Claire Ann Wright, Miss Lola Frances Kiser and Mary Grace Kiser. Mr. O.K. Wardlow, age 57, died at his home in the Pebble Hill community on Monday, October 9, 1950. Funeral services were held at the Pebble Hill Church and interment was in the Pebble Hill cemetery. Shackelford Funeral Directors were in charge of arrangements. The deceased is survived by his wife, Mrs. Cam Wardlow; one daughter Miss Mary Wardlow; five sons, Aubrey, L.C., Fred, Gerry and F.G. Wardlow; four sisters, Mrs. George Brush, Mrs. Bertha Huggins, Mrs. Vera Cole and Mrs. Gilbert Jones and ten grandchildren. Mr. James Harrison Stephenson, age 61, died at his residence near Corinth, Miss. on Thursday, Oct 5. Services were held at the Tate Street Baptist Church with burial in the Henry Cemetery. The deceased is survived by his wife, Mrs. Lillie Stephenson; four daughters: Mr A.W. Broows, Mrs. Howard Droke, Mrs. Clarence Cook and Mrs. Jones Wommack. Mrs. Jennie Alma Clark, age 80, died in the home of her daughter, Mrs. Lora Smith, in the Acton community, on October 10, 1950. Funeral services were held at Gravel Hill on Wednesday with burial in the Gravel Hill cemetery. She is survived by her husband, Lewis S. Clark, two daughters, Mrs. Leora Smith and Mrs. Mattie Huggins; four sons, Orville, Dewey, Uthel and Ethel Clark; 27 grandchildren and 14 great grandchildren. Mr. Dalton D Watson, age 42, was accidentally killed on highway 45 North in Selmer on the night of Saturday, October 7, 1950. According to reports, he stepped in front of a passing automobile and sustained injuries which caused his death. Funeral services were held at Pebble Hill with burial in the Pebble Hill cemetery. Survivors include: his wife, Mrs. Bulah Watson; four daughters, Mrs. Varsille Moore, Mrs. G. Watson, Evlin Watson and Gwen Watson; three sons, James, Willie Joe and John Dalton Watson; three brothers, Luther, Orland and Frank Watson; three sisters, Mrs. Abbie Ellsworth, Mrs. Luelia Henry, Mrs. Doll Wolfe; mother Mrs. Nancy Jane Watson and another sister, Mrs. McClain. Johnny Williams reported killed in action in Korea. In an interview with Mr. Andrew Williams on Tuesday of this week, we learned of the death of his grandson, Johnny B. Williams, who was killed in action in Korea Sept 22, 1950. Prior to his enlistment in May, Johnny was living with an uncle, Mr. Bryant Williams in Memphis. According to Mr. Andrew Williams, Johnny had made his home with him prior to his first enlistment at the close of WWII. At the expiration of this enlistment, Johnny returned to Memphis and was living with his uncle when he re-enlisted in May. He sailed for the Korean front in August. It is thought his rank was Lieutenant, but wasn’t sure. Johnny is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Buford Williams. Nellie Blanch Wyatt Kendrick, widow of Dr. R.M. Kendrick, beloved citizen, invalid for 25 years died October 10, 1950. During the first 10 years of her illness, her husband, the late Dr. R.M. Kendrick, widely known and beloved physician, cared for her with loyal assistance of other relatives. About 2 years before his death in 1935, her mother, Mrs. Irene Wyatt, of Savannah, moved into the home to care for her. The funeral was held at the Methodist Church conducted by Rev. Lloyd Ramer, Rev. Brooks Jones, and Bro. Frank S. Perry. The following pallbearers bore the body of our friend to its last resting place: Kenneth Chambers, Wayne Littlefield, Bill Smith, Troy Smith, George Bassham and Raymond Mabry. Honorary pallbearers were: L.R. Weatherford, Lyde Dance, Flake Humphrey, Hoover Hendrix, Tedford Jordan and Evan Brown. She is survived by her mother, Mrs. Irene Wyatt; a brother John D. Wyatt, director of the Stage and Platform Arts Dept at the Selmer schools; a sister Mrs. Bill J. Cook of Detroit, Michigan; a nephew Jimmy Cook of Detroit; two stepchildren, Mrs. Hazel Valentine of Munford, Tenn. and Mansel Kendrick of Clarksdale, Miss. (Dr. and Mrs. R.M. Kendrick are buried in un-marked graves at Oak Hill Cemetery in Selmer.) Mrs. Arnie Nell Huggins passed away October 2, 1950. She was the daughter of William Judge and Nancy Hunter Neill, who emigrated from Newberry County, S.C. about the year 1846 and settled near the town of Ramer was later founded. Christened Mary Arbelia, she was born August 13, 1857, one of six children. She grew to womanhood on a farm, attending school as the opportunity afforded. She united with the Pleasant Grove Methodist church when a young girl and remained a member until the Church disbanded some years ago. On Jan 9, 1870, she was married to Phillip J. Huggins, who died March 15, 1897. To this union four children were born: May, now Mrs. J.R. Hamm; Leo, who died in 1932; Hattie, now Mrs. Lawson of Henderson, Tenn.; and Ralph, a Selmer druggist. She remembered many incidents connected with the Civil War, particularly the Battle of Shiloh and the frequent visits of ‘Union’ soldiers, whom her mother placed with generous meals. Volume 47 Number 45. Wilbur Wright Owner and Publisher.

October 20, 1950

Brown Shoe Company has announced it will increase all hour work rates six cents per hour. Governor Browning supports to make U-T Martin a four year college. A soil conservation meeting was held for organizing a McNairy County Conservation District. Officers elected: J.E. Hodges, chairman – A.C. Raines, Vice Chair - Clyde Treece, Sec/Treas - John T. McIntire and Otis Plunk board members. Census report shows that 526 bales of cotton were ginned in McNairy County from the crop of 1950 - before October 1, as compared with 8,279 in 1949. Cattle owners have been mailed a card from the State Veterinary Office to have all heifers from 4 - 8 months old vaccinated for Bangs. This is a very important issue and all farmers with cattle should participate. The manager of Pickwick Co-op, W.M. Roberts, has been named on a committee working with the Dept. of Education for the purpose of upper elementary school grades to have more adequate information concerning how electricity is made available to people and how it can be more intelligently used in serving mankind. The New York Times is conducting a survey on rural education. Facts on McNairy County: We have 190 teachers employed with a total student enrollment of 5,041. Of all the teachers employed: 1 has less than a high school education; 2 have a high school education only; six have 1 year college; 55 have 2 years of college; 43 have 3 years of college; 77 have 4 years of college; and 3 have more than 4 years of college. Half of our buildings are inadequate. Nearly half of the teachers are poorly prepared. The average teacher salary is $1,940.40 a year. The lowest paid salary is $1,085. The highest paid salary is $4,310.00. In contrast to 1940-41 salary, the average salary was $690. Total operating expenditures this school year is $45,745. Capital Outlay (new school building, repairs and transportation) $4,500 this year. There are 29 one and two room school building in the county. In 1940 there were 67. The State gives the county about 4/5 all of school funds. For two years the State gave us about $150,000 annually for capital outlay. About half of this was used on building. We are now having to use the most of this money for teacher’s salaries. Transportation cost has doubled. We need more buses. End of School Survey. Showing at the Ritz next week: Peggy - Johnny Eager with Robert Taylor and Lana Turner - Two Flags West - Renegades - Bells of Coronado with Roy Rogers and Dale Evans- My Blue Heaven with Betty Grable. Benjamin Franklin originated the practice of printing letters to the editor. Cox Community: James Cox has been operated on for appendicitis in the Baptist Hospital. Silly Penalties, reprinted from the Memphis Press- Scimitar: This year’s cotton crop will be dangerously low. The forecast is less than 10 million bales. Demand for cotton is soaring. The Department is preparing to penalize farmers if they sell cotton from more acres than government experts thought they should plant in 1950. And some growers, seeking to avoid penalties, are already plowing under part of their crop rather than pick it. Less than a year ago Congress passed a law that Agriculture Dept will tell each farmer how many acres to plant. If he plants more and sells cotton from the extra acreage, he has to pay the government a penalty of 15¢ a pound. Stantonville Community: Mr. and Mrs. John White received news of the marriage of their daughter Jean to Mr. Merle Myers. They will reside in Washington D.C. Buena Vista Community: Farmers are enjoying this fine weather. On the sick list are Mrs. Mollie Moore, Mrs. Martha Jenkins, Mrs. Lille King and Mrs. Louisa Campbell. Hendrix Stivers had his foot badly bruised while cutting timber. Mrs. Martha Jenkins is celebrating her 80 th birthday October 17 th . Dr. Laney Moore of the Bethel Springs is improving. Gravel Hill Community: James Whirley and Eugene Forsythe have returned from Penn. where they worked on a pipe line. Mr. Rob Coln has returned home from a Jackson Hospital. Miss Dona Washburn is sick with pneumonia. The Hardin County Singing Convention will hold its annual singing on Sunday, Oct 23 with a concert on Saturday night at the Central High Auditorium. Three outstanding groups to be there: The LeFevre Trio of Georgia, the Happy Goodman Family of Kentucky and the Speer Family of Nashville. Mr. Paul Davis, president. Letter to the editor: I wish to say hello to my parents, Mr. and Mrs. W.F. Stanford of Enville and let everyone know how and where I am. I have been with the hospital unit since we came to Korea. We have helped to save the lives of a lot of boys and I’m glad I am in the medical branch of the Army. May the Lord bless you all. Very truly yours, Cpl. L.M. Martin. Ramer Community: Mr. and Mrs. Hershel Thomas have sold their farm near town and will move to Forest Hill near Memphis. Mr. and Mrs. Thomas operate the Thomas Uniform Lettering Co. and moved from Memphis for the benefit of his health, which has improved. Friends of Mrs. Nettie Ray, former resident of Ramer, were grieved to learn of her death at her home near Corinth. Her son Bud of the Hurley community is in the Air Force Reserve and called back to duty about a month ago. Frank Tate, a prominent farmer, was instantly killed when his car was demolished at a grade south of town when struck by the fast I C passenger train, the City of Miami. The accident occurred Tuesday afternoon as he was on his way home alone in his car. Mr. Tate was a sufferer from asthma and has only recently returned from Memphis where he obtained some relief. It is not know whether he suffered an attack or how the accident happened. Beauty Hill Community: Mrs. Frances Jean Austin, daughter of Mr .and Mrs. Frank Lipford, left with her husband Kenneth Austin for Texas where they will make their home. Mancel Johnson, wife and little daughter Brenda who have been at Ridgely, Tenn picking cotton were home last weekend. Fifth Sunday fellowship at Beauty Hill. Rose Creek Community: Mrs. Daisy Nagle is on the sick list. Mrs. Granville Linman and children will soon be joining her husband in Chicago, Ill. Selmer community: Mr. and Mrs. J.E. Barham and Myrtle, Mr. and Mrs. Henry Kirkpatrick, Mr. and Mrs. Murray Clayton and daughter, Mr. and Mrs. Homer Kirkpatrick and son James, Mrs. Jennie Hopper, Mr. and Mrs. W.L. McCaskill and Billy Hugh Kirkpatrick, were all dinner guests of Mr. and Mrs. Hugh Kirkpatrick. The occasion was Sheriff Hugh Kirkpatrick’s birthday. Cecil Cox is improving following a major operation. Mr. Q.O. Wooten and Mr. John Cheshier are both improving. Mary Ann Crabtree, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. J.E. Crabtree, became the bride of Terry Clifton, son of Mr. and Mrs. G.G. Clifton in a quiet ceremony at the bride’s home on October 6. Nancy Crabtree, sister of the bride was bridesmaid and Robert F. Latta was best man. Miss Lola Bess Basinger presented the nuptial music and candles were lighted by Miss Rebecca Williams and Mrs. Robert Surratt. The Argonaut Book Club met in the home of Mrs. Jack Rinehart with Mrs. Marie Gooch co- hostess. Interesting contests were conducted with Mrs. Shy Browder and Mrs. Rachel Adams winners. Mr. Joseph Franklin Tate, age 59, died October 17, 1950, as a result of injuries received when a train struck his car at Ramer. Funeral services were held at the Cumberland Presbyterian Church at Ramer and burial in the Gravel Hill cemetery. The deceased is survived by his wife Mrs. Agnes Olive Tate, one daughter Mrs. Ella Mae Waller and one sister Mrs. Betty Winningham; and two brothers Henry and Warner Tate. Mrs. Mary Caldwell, age 85, died at her residence near Pittsburg Landing, October 13, 1950. Services were held at a Michie Church with burial in Carter cemetery. Shackelford Funeral Directors were in charge of arrangements. She was a Missionary Baptist. Survivors include: five daughters, Mrs. Minnie Gilton, Mrs. Manda McCormack, Mrs. Callie Carroll, Mrs. Redia Price and Miss Alma Caldwell; three sons, Bob, Joe and Jim Caldwell Mrs. Lucy Almeda Walker, age 82, died at her residence near Adamsville October 13, 1950. Funeral services were held at the Mt. Vinson Church with burial in the Mt. Vinson Cemetery. The deceased was a Primitive Baptist. She is survived by three sons: Rev. G.C. Walker, D.R. Walker and E.C. Walker; seven grandchildren, three great grandchildren; three brothers, L.G. Harris, G.F. Harris and M.A. Harris and one sister, Mr. R.E. Landreth. Mr. William Leonard Clayton, age 65, a resident of Finger, Tenn., died October 17, 1950. He was a member of the Church of Christ. Funeral services were held at the Friendship church and interment in the cemetery there. The deceased is survived by his wife, Mrs. Nancy Ann Clayton two brothers, Edd and Manley Clayton; two sisters Mrs. Otis Young and Mrs. John Massengill. Mrs. Nettie Virginia Ray, age 69, died at Corinth, Miss., October 16, 1950. Services were held at Union Grove Church with burial in the Mt. Zion Cemetery. Mrs. Ray was a member of the Cumberland Presbyterian Church at Ramer. She is survived by two sons, Hugh and Zoldie Ray; three daughters, Mrs. Mamie Brooks, Miss May Ray and Mrs. Ruth Whitehurst and 11 grandchildren The Sarah Smith class of First Baptist Church met with Mrs. E.H. Prather with one visitor, Mrs J. E. Henley. New President: Mrs. E.C. Causey. Other officers: Teacher – Mrs. Vernon Robinson; Vice P – Mrs. E.H. Prather; Asst Teacher – Mrs. Forrest Williams; Sec – Mrs. T.E. Murdaugh; Asst Sec – Mrs. T. R. Barr; Treas – Mrs. Boss Hockaday; Group Captains – Mrs. Dan Cox, Mrs. Buford Howell, Mrs. Horry Browder, Mrs. Boss Hockaday; Flowers & Gift committee - Mrs. W.A. Barksdale, Mrs. Jimmy Thompson, Mrs. T.R. Barr, Cards – Mrs. L.R. Kirk; Publicity – Mrs. A.S. Robinson; Service – Mrs. R.L. Warren. A delicious plate was served by the hostesses, Mesdames E.H. Prather, E.C. Causey, V.L. Robinson, T.E. Murdaugh, T.R. Barr and Boss Hockaday. Little Alice Fay Cox, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Monroe Cox is the poster baby for Jaggars Kiddie Shop. Volume 47 no 26. Wilbur Wright owner and publisher.

October 27, 1950

The Ramer, Guys, Michie, Gravel Hill and Selmer Schools will open for the fall and winter term next Monday. Other schools who are not ready to open after the cotton harvest vacation are Adamsville, Bethel Springs, Finger, McNairy and possibly some others. (Note: this was not a vacation for the farm kids.) Ed Carroll has joined the Independent staff and has really been making our Linotype hum. Others on the staff are Mr. Ira Anderson since Dec 1946 and Mr. J.D. McDaniel has rounded out 2 years of apprenticeship. Four McNairy Students are enrolled at Middle Tennessee State College at Murfreesboro: Carman Gibson, Elmer Harvey King; Dorothy Vaughn, Lem Vaughn. The Selmer Presbyterian church has called a new minister, Rev. W.L. Gilmore. The Selmer Band Boosters will be selling attractive aprons at the Halloween Carnival. Proceeds to buy the band a tuba according to Mrs. H.T. Jordan. New Pipe Organ being installed at Selmer First Baptist church at the cost of $7,500 installed. Selmer High football squad plagued with too small a squad and too many minor injuries lost to Henderson 30 to 0. Although Henderson expected to score at least 60 to 0. Fire in the lint cotton of Selmer Gin company was immediately put out by a prompt Fire Department causing little damage. S.R. Chambers and his son Kenneth own the gin. Ramer Community: Betty Sue Teague has gone to Memphis where she has employment. Taylor’s Store Community: those enjoying dinner in the home of Mr. and Mrs. Daniel Plunk Sunday were: Mr. and Mrs. Earl King and Sadie Mae; Mr. and Mrs. Arbie Plunk and Harold David; Mr. and Mrs. Holland Floyd and Larry; Mr. Rubel Whitaker; Mr. Bernard Plunk; Mr. Henry Plunk and Miss Irma Plunk. The occasion was the birthday of Mrs. Plunk who was 49 years old Saturday. She shared honors with her son Arbie whose birthday was Tuesday. Stantonville Community: Mrs. Mary Nell Smith is convalescing after an operation. Mrs. W.C. Elam has been real sick. Old Cool Springs community by Mrs. W.A. Plunk: Mr. and Mrs. Edgbert Booker are all smiles. Oh yes it’s a 10 ½ pound girl who has been given the name of Mary Ellen. Chewalla Community: James Crocker, Asst Agricultural teacher received a letter from Lee T. Howell. Lee is now stationed in Texas. In 18 days he will leave for the Far East. Clay Gurley, one of our Chewalla boys has been called into service and leaves Tuesday. Gravel Hill Community: Little Anita Joyce Bowen is improving after a tonsil operation. Mrs. J.A. Whirley is on our sick list. Mrs. Ola Dee Curtis is in the hospital in Corinth. Beauty Hill Community: Mrs. Nellie Plunk was hostess to a Waterless Cooker Supper given by Mr. and Mrs. James D. Williams. Guests were: Mr. and Mrs. Otis Plunk, Mr. and Mrs. Bernie Mullen, Mr. and Mrs. E.C. Holland, Mr. and Mrs. Cletus Burkeen and Mr. and Mrs. Henry Plunk. The many friends of Mrs. Lona Nold were sorry to hear of her serious illness. 18 students from McNairy County are enrolled at U-T Martin: Anita Littlefield of Adamsville; Cavit C. Cheshier, Robert M. Dickson, Carlton S. Hendrix, Hilton D. Walker, George P. Wilson of Bethel Springs; Florence J. Rankin of Finger; Elizabeth A. Hamm of Ramer; Billy W. Barnes, Richard L. Brown, Gerald Kinchen, William H. Kirkpatrick, Jack R. Lewis, Henry J. Maxedon, Joe Mitchell, Annie L. Robinson, Jimmy D. Weatherford of Selmer and James L. Pipkin of Stantonville. Rachell Rickman daughter of Mr. and Mrs. C.B. Rickman of Michie is the poster child for Jaggars Kiddie Shoppe. Miss Betty Jordan, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. W.H. Jordan of Bethel Springs, and Lee Hendrix, son of Mr. and Mrs. E.B. Hendrix of Bethel Springs were married Oct 21, 1950 at the Naval Air Station in Memphis. Guests were: Mr. and Mrs. E.C. Causey and Henley of Selmer; Mr. and Mrs. V.L. Hooper of Memphis, Mrs. Roy Babb of Toone, parents of the bride and brother John A. Jordan. The Pitts Maxedon Family had a happy reunion at Shiloh and was attended by 42 persons out of 58 who are descendants or married to descendants of him. It was a very happy occasion by the return of his youngest son Jobe Maxedon, whom he has not seen in 20 years. Mr. Jobe Maxedon of Berthoud, Colorado was accompanied by his wife and two sons, Gary and Gaion whom Mr. Pitts had never seen. The Excelsior Bible Class of the Methodist church met in the home of Mrs. J.E. Crabtree, to honor Mrs. Ollie Moore who is moving away. Mrs. P.I. Basinger was remembered with a birthday present. Selmer Community: Mr. and Mrs. Jamie Powell, now living in Memphis, announce the birth of a fine boy. Mary Ann McCormick entered Humphrey-Phillips clinic. Among those from McNairy county who saw Tennessee defeat Alabama in Knoxville were Mr. and Mrs. H.P. Lee, Mr. and Mrs. Will Tom Abernathy, Mr. and Mrs. Will Terry Abernathy, Mr. and Mrs. Oscar McCullar. Polling Officials for the November 7 General Election. Each precinct will have in order: Officer, Judges (3) , Clerk (2) , Register. First Dist: Leapwood : Dosie Eason, Cleatus Harris, Pony Gibson, Elmer Jamerson, Cora Hair, Lucille Plunk, Logan Surratt. Rocky Knob : H.S. Lott, Lloyd Bishop, R.O. McCoy, Buren Bullman, W.A. Plunk, Roy O’Neal, Tab Young. Second Dist: Rose Creek : Waldemar Williams, W.S. Robinson, Ernest Mitchell, Frank Brint, Mrs. Hugh Wood, Mrs. Celeste Higginbottom, John T. Moore. Hunters ; Elmer McMahan, Lem Smith, Chester Moore, Earl King, Mrs. Sim Hunter, Mrs. Roberta Ferguson, Virgil Hines. Third Dist: Adamsville : Tom Moore, Hobart Kemp, Jess Phillips, Millard Perkins, Ruby Dee Chisholm, Burlean Orr, Lillian Kemp. Fourth Dist: Gilchrist : Robert Browder, Tom Sanders, Clifton Case, Buck Ward, Charlie Pounds, J.L. Ward, J.C. Hollingsworth. Stantonville : H.H. Garrison, Ernest Plunk, Carl Chandler, John Fullwood, Mrs. Ruby Garrison, Cecil Surratt. Prospect : Dan Willis, Jim Gardner, Luco Crabtree, Jake Whitley, Mrs. Dolphie McCullar, Mrs. Earl McClain, Troy Michael. Fifth Dist: East Selmer : Johnson Gooch, Hugh Maness, Boss Hockaday, Earl Gooch, Kathleen Wright, Louise Hamm, Will Clifton. Selmer : Sid Burks, D.G. Robinson, Logan Whittington, Henry Carman. North Selmer : Clarence Johnson, Jobe Cheshier, Newt Lovelace, John Lee Hendrix, Mrs. Sue Hurst, Mrs. Troy Lockman, Bill Ingle. Sixth Dist: Ramer : Burgess Hamm, Vester Lee McCullar, J. Barnes, Walter Smith, Otto Dillon, Mrs. Joe Hamm, Jim King. Guys : C.F. Rinehart, Jack Barnett, Rayford Jernigan, J.L. Burns, Mrs. John Sharp, Mrs. J.L. Wren, Jess Teague. Chewalla : G.L. Gilbert, A.J. King, Luther Coke, Carl Crocker, Mrs. Freda Fulton, Mrs. Odell Wren, John Stanfield. Seventh Dist: McNairy : Atlas Cheshier, Alfred Frye, Ernest Stout, Frank Clayton, Mrs. Eunice Henry, Mrs. Waldon Gadberry, Tom Smith. Bowman’s Store : Arlis Garner, Fate Kernodle, Elmer Cox, Waldo Garner, Bob Maxwell, Leonard Maness, Willie Cox. Eighth Dist: Cypress : A.S. Pittman, Arthur King, George Clark, Hubert Butler, Mrs. Ed Lacefield, Mrs. Orland Parmley, Aud Butler. Taylors : W.G. Minton, Ray Taylor, Stant Kirk, Arthur Byrd, Paul Bodiford, Mrs. Willie Minton, Tennie Coleman. Ninth Dist: Gravel Hill : Vonly Springer, Alvis Huggins, Opal Gray, Erwin Gardner, Mrs. Opal Gray, Mrs. Anderson Cooksey, J.E. Bolding. Michie : Hughes Thomas, Hubert Manuel, Ernest Gray, Aubrey Vinson, Clifford Moore, Haskel Manuel, Jake Gray. Pebble Hill : J.W. Rickman, G.D. Kiddy, J.A. Morris, C.O. Farris, Mrs. W.A. Rickman, Mrs. Sam Rickman, Jack Wardlow. Caffey : Casey Huggins, W.E. Whittemore, Eber Henry, M.F. Jones, Mrs. Walter Forsythe, Mrs. Lanie Moore, Fred North. Tenth Dist: Purdy : Finis Jopling, Ben Holland, Troy Tack, Nick Emmons, Mrs. Pony Henson, Adaline Ashe, Frank Curtis. Finger : Robert Young, John Clayton, Harrison Brown, Harley Erwin, Mrs. Doyle Meadows, Ruby Walker, J.O. Mitchell. Eleventh Dist: Bethel Springs : John Hendrix, Ed Campbell, Rube Cobb, Marvin Shelton, Frankie Deaton, Mary Nell Crawford, S.S. Brooks. Twelfth Dist: Milledgeville : Harley Sanford, L.C. Bridges, Lee Meeks, A.B. Donaldson, Mrs. L. C. Bridges, Mrs. Paul Churchwell, W.A. Lesley. Signed Election Commissioners: Houston Thrasher, Chairman; Brooks Jones, Sec; F.E. Higginbottom. Showing at the Ritz next week: My Blue Heaven - Side Street - The Desert Hawk - God Is My Co Pilot - Dynamite Pass and Chapter 4 of Ghost of Zorro - Bright Leaf. Mr. Fred E Brown, age 38, died at his home near Michie, October 20, 1950. Funeral services, conducted by Rev. Roy Hill were held at Shiloh Methodist Church. Burial was in the Shiloh cemetery with Shackelford Funeral Directors in charge of arrangements. Pallbearers were: J.P. Barnett Jr., Guy Brown, John Hurley, Baxter Humphrey, Andrew Barlow and Eulie Pratt. Survivors include: his father, J. A. Brown; one son, Fred Brown Jr.; five sisters, Mrs. J.C. Phillips, Mrs. J.V. Gattis, Mrs. Ray Winningham, Mrs. Alex Bethany and Mrs. Rose Shelly; three brothers, Everett, Hayse and Gilbert Brown. Mrs. Theo Johnson, age 37, wife of Allen Johnson, died on October 21, 1950. She resided at Michie and was a Baptist. Funeral services, conducted by Rev. Moore, were held at the Shiloh Church with burial in the cemetery there. Shackelford Funeral Directors were in charge of arrangements. The deceased is survived by her husband; five sons. Henry, Bobby, Dean, Billy Donald and Jimmy Johnson; three daughters, Mrs. Earl Hopkins, Mrs. Sammie Childers and Miss Lucille Johnson; mother and father, Mrs. Bettie Daniel and Mr. Arthur Holland. Volume 47 no 47. Wilbur Wright Owner and Publisher.

November 2, 1950

Voters have the opportunity to vote yes or no on ‘A Good Roads and Streets’ amendment at the polls on Nov 7. This amendment will guarantee that all gasoline taxes and automotive license fees will be spent for construction, maintenance, and repairs of streets and bridges. In the past 20 years millions of dollars have been diverted to other funds which should go to roads. Surveys are being made by the University to raise Memphis State College to university status and Martin Junior College to be extended from a two to four years. On Wednesday afternoon at 1:15 o’clock, our time, President Truman was awakened from an afternoon nap by the sound of shooting on the lawn of the Blair house in Washington where he is residing. He rushed to the window and guards shouted for him to get back. One guard was killed and two were wounded. The assassins were from Puerto Rico. One was killed and the other seriously injured. This is the first attempt that has been made on Mr. Truman’s life. Early this week the work was completed in marking parking lanes on the new pavement in front of the business houses in Selmer. Hamilton-Finley Post No 2418 announces an all-day program for November 11 th . Adamsville High School has applied for membership in the newly formed Volunteer Football Conference. This conference is limited to 12 teams and 11 have already been accepted. So the decision is now between Adamsville and McKenzie High Schools. Billy Seaton of Selmer is playing football with the University of Tennessee Junior Vols of Martin. Selmer Lions Football will play Parson here tonight. Line-up includes Leland Kiser, Leon Horton, Edward Henson, James Eldon Thomas, Will D. McClain, Malcolm Moore, Bob Kirk, Kenneth Hawkins, Lawrance Kirk, Jerry Barron, Hubert Miller. Probable subs; Ray Hamm, Bill Kirk, Gordon Sparks, Billy Hester and Jimmy Jones. At the game at Kossuth last week, the locals suffered a loss of 39 to 6. Selmer’s lone touchdown was made by Jerry Barron. Guys Community: Barbara Harben was carried to community Hospital Friday for a tonsillectomy. Upon examination Barbara needs more treatment before surgery. R.C. Green has been to the doctor with a painful condition. Martha Jean Davis, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Clyde Davis, who attends school in Memphis, was initiated into Eastern Star in Selmer. Mrs. Robert Burns has not been too well recently. Cox’s community: We are glad to have Mr. and Mrs. Mitchell of Nashville, moving into our community. R.H. ‘Bob’ Croskery, candidate for State Representatives says he is in favor of better schools, better roads, old age assistance and that he is opposed to an increase in the weight limit of trucks on our highways and legalizing the sale of beer in McNairy County. Selmer Service Station has some used items for sale: radio, refrigerators, electric washer, table stop oil stove, water heat, electric range and wood stove. Rose Creek Community: Mrs. Lessie McClintock has been at the bedside of her aunt Mrs. Daisy Nagle. Rev. Shelby Mainors filled his pulpit at Prices Chapel Sunday. Dinner guests of Maxine Goodrum Sunday were: Milford King, James Roten, Morine King, Jo Edna Smith, Dottie Robinson, Shelby Roten, Dottie Cox and Martha Burchem. Gravel Hill Community: Rev. W.E. Baily took seriously ill Sunday morning. He was rushed to Baptist Hospital and operated on for appendicitis. Ramer Community: To the regret of their friends, Mr. and Mrs. Johnnie Taylor and children have moved to Springfield, Missouri where he is employed. School opened Monday after a vacation for cotton picking. Mrs. Lester Hamm is teaching English in place of Miss Ford who is ill. Mrs. Lloyd Barnes is substituting for Mr. Strasbaugh who is out on account of a serious injury of his little son. The child suffered a concussion when he fell from the family car as they were returning from a vacation in Florida. He was in critical condition in a Troy, Alabama hospital but was brought to Humphrey Clinic Sunday by ambulance. Showing at the Ritz next week: Bright Leaf - Men of Texas - The big Hangover - You Can’t Take It With you - Fence Riders - Stars In My Crown. Admission 10¢ for children, 25¢ for adults on week nights and 30¢ on Sat. and Sun. A.J. Thrasher, a native from McNairy County, would like to be elected State Representative. Joseph Bernice Tate, quartermaster, first class, USN, the husband of Mrs. Frances C. Tate, of Route 2, Ramer, is a crew member of the radar picket destroyer USS C P Cecil in the Mediterranean. Stantonville community: Mr. and Mrs. Ocie Burks had as dinner guests last Sunday: Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Naylor and children of Bethel Springs; Mr. and Mrs. Earl Brown and Rebecca and Mr. and Mrs. Woodrow Burks of Needmore; Mr. and Mrs. Clifford Moore and children of Michie and Mr. and Mrs. Allen Garrison, Kay and Doris of Stantonville. James Mainers, son of Rev. and Mrs. W.S. Mainers of Bethel Springs is wearing baby shoes from Jaggars Kiddie Shoppe. Selmer Community: Jack Lewis is playing football for U-T Martin Junior College. Mrs. Joe Williams of Kenton, Tenn. was in Selmer to visit her daughters Mrs. Alva D. Mitchell and Mrs. Clarence Broadway and to attend her sister-in-law’s funeral, Mrs. Carl Wilson. Mrs. Bill smith is home from the hospital. W.B. Tackett, Sr., went to Booneville to be present at the football game. His son Walter Bowers, Jr., is a student there and an outstanding member of the team. Mr. and Mrs. Paul Meadows have returned from their honeymoon. Miss Charline Stanfield, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Montie Stanfield of Ramer, became the bridge of Harold Ray Huggins, son of Mr. and Mrs. John Huggins, on October 28, 1950 at Corinth, Miss. Sgt. Huggins who is currently stationed in Nashville, wore the new blue Air Corps uniform. Mrs. E.C. Causey and Mrs. J.E. Henley entertained with a miscellaneous shower at their home for Mrs. Lee Hendrix, formerly Miss Betty Jordan. Attending from the county: Mrs. Ora Jordan, Mrs. W.A. Henson, Mrs. Joyce Maness, Mrs. Harold Mitchell, Mrs. W.H. Jordan, Mrs. Carl Wilson, Miss Shelby Jean Roten, Mrs. Odis Ray, Miss Laverne Ray, Miss Lauzena Ray and Mrs. W.C. Henson. The Stephen Foster Music club met in the home of Mrs. Harry Cain with Mrs. Ira Anderson and Mrs. W.D. Robinson, co-hostesses. Mrs. Charles Ammons and Miss Emma Lee Rinehart entertained with selections from Johann Sebastian Bach. The entertainment was a musical Spell-down which was won by Mr. Louis Adams. Mrs. Jimmy Hodge was in charge of entertainment. Mr. Lanie Smith, age 50, died at his home near Selmer, on Saturday, October 28, 1950. He had been in bad health for some time and a heart attack was given as the cause of death. Funeral services were held at the Pebble Hill with interment in the cemetery there. Shackelford Funeral Directors were in charge of arrangements. Mr. Smith was a Missionary Baptist. He is survived by his wife, Mrs. Lanie Smith; one daughter, Gladys Smith; three sons, Raymond, Alton and Billie Smith; and one grandson, Leon Smith. Mr. James Marion McNatt, age 87, died at his home on route 1, Selmer on Wednesday, November 1, 1950. Services were held at Bethesda Church and burial was in the Bethesda cemetery. Shackelford Funeral Directors were in charge of arrangements. Pallbearers were, Active: Bill Miller, Will Miller, James T. Edward, Saul Brush and John McGee. Honorary: Roy King, John Freeman, L.A. Gray, Arden Younger, Leonard Brush, Alvie D. Mitchell and Ervin Pickle. He is survived by his wife, Mrs. Florance McNatt; two daughters, Mrs. Alma Lumpkins of Bethel Springs and Mrs. Betty Brush of Selmer. Mrs. Beulah Wilson, age 57, died at her home in Texas County, Missouri, October 28, 1950. Her body was brought to McNairy County for burial at Oak Hill Cemetery. The deceased is survived by her husband, Carl Wilson; three daughters, Mrs. Mary Ruth Schwartz, Toledo, Ohio; Mrs. Frances Franks, Benton Harbor, Michigan; Miss Lucille Wilson of Benton Harbor, Michigan. Two sons: Richard H. Wilson of Mt. Grove, Missouri and James Wilson of Benton Harbor Michigan. Her father: J.H. Richards of Selmer. Three sisters: Mrs. Audrey Broadway and Mrs. Rosa Hurst of Selmer and Mrs. Lena Vaughn of California. Mr. Lonnie B Weaver, age 42, met an untimely death on Wednesday, Nov 1, 1950, when he was accidentally killed at a sawmill where he was working. Details of the accident are lacking. Funeral services were held at Moore’s Schoolhouse and burial was in the cemetery there. Shackelford Funeral Directors were charge of arrangements. The deceased is survived by his wife, Mrs. Nora Weaver; five children, Joy Agnes, Charles D., Shirra Gay, Berlie Wendell and Millie Diane. His parents, Mr. and Mrs. James H. Weaver. One sister, Mrs. Charles Miller. The family has the sympathy of the entire county in their loss. Volume 47, Number 48 - Wilbur Wright, Editor and Publisher.

November 10, 1950

About 8:15 am, Thursday, a truck owned by S.R. Chambers, if Selmer Gin Company, was loaded with cotton seed, was almost totally demolished when struck by the fast I C Freight train at Selmer’s main crossing. Mr. John Nold, driver of the truck, is in a hospital with a broken leg and arm and unknown internal injuries. At last report his condition is serious. Mr. George Hockaday and Mr. Ralph Whitaker were also occupants in the truck but received no injuries. The men said they did not see the red light flashing or hear the train whistle. Apparently the train struck the rear of the truck swinging it around in front of the depot. Voting was very light only 3,200 when citizens voted for Governor and other state offices. Selmer PTA met with approximately 100 people present. Mr. Leslie Houston made a motion that if at all possible that chapel should be started again. A panel discussion was made on the topic ‘Working Together for the Betterment of the Community.’ Mr. Leslie Moore was moderator and participants were: Mrs. George Scott Home Economics teacher, Mr. George Huggins Jr. Chamber of Commerce, Mr. Ira Anders of Selmer Lions Club, Mr. Elgin Howard of the Veterans Farm Program, Mr. Jerry Smith the Physical Ed teacher, Mr. B.T. Kiser principal and Bro. Frank S. Perry having the religious connection. Selmer High Lions did themselves proud last week when they defeated the fast Parson football squad on a very muddy field by a score 12 to 7. Selmer’s first touchdown was scored by Hawkins on a pass from Barron. The second touchdown was by Barron when Bob Kirk intercepted a pass on Parson’s 30 yard line. After the game the squad elected the following: Miss Betty Jo Hurst - Football Queen. Miss Betty E. Steele elected First Maid and Miss Martha Jane Smith elected as Second Maid. Crowning of the new Football Queen with be at the next home game in November. The Veterans’ Parade will also be that day and the Queen and her Maids will ride on the float built by the Selmer PTA. Little Terry Abernathy will serve as crown bearer and Little Miss Mary Jo Humphery will be flower girl. Sgt. K.O. Dyson, recruiter for the U S Air Force and Army, with an office in Selmer, reported that he saw a ‘Flying Saucer,’ while driving around Sunday afternoon. He had about five people in the car with him at the time, including Gordon Jones. The children spotted a ‘star’ and on closer observation, decided that the star was a flying saucer which was traveling about 1,000 miles per hour. Business men in Selmer started street clean-up. All but two of the business houses on Court Ave. between Third St. and the railroad are chipping in $2 a month to see the front of their business cleaned each week. Miss Myrtle Dickson of Bethel Springs and a Senior at Belhaven College is to be included in ‘Who’s Who among Students.’ She is the daughter of Rev. and Mrs. R.M. Dickson of Bethel Springs and a graduate of Bethel Springs High School. Showing at the Ritz next week: Stars In My Crown - Destination Big House - El Paso - County Fair - Ranger of Cherokee Strip and the Caribou Trail. Gravel Hill Community: Rev. J.E. Bolding filled his regular appointment at Ridgely, Tenn. last Sunday. Pebble Hill Community: Elsie Kiddy sang with the West Shiloh Youth Choir broadcast over WCMA Saturday. Mr. and Mrs. Lester Killingsworth have moved to their new home near Tulu. Church service at Pebble Hill next Sunday. Bowman’s Store Community: Mr. J.R. Siler is visiting his wife in Davenport, Iowa where she is under treatment. Mrs. Laye Wilson is ill with a cold at this writing. Beauty Hill Community: Mrs. Ruby Houston, the former Ruby Garner is in a hospital in Somerville, Tenn. Her sister is Mrs. Amos Lipford. Elmer Hill has bought land and is building a home in this community hear the church. Mt. Gilead Community: Everyone is glad to see the cold weather after several days of rain. Little Hugh Edward Foster is on the sick list at this writing. Mount Zion Community by Mrs. James Henson: Mr. and Mrs. Bobby Holmes are proud parents of a 8 lb 5 oz baby girl, she has been named Donna Jean. Methodist fellowship was held recently at Mrs. Hazel Whitaker. Sports Afield: Venison is a versatile meat. It is tremendously good when barbecued; it can be run rough in a food chopper with plenty of onions and made into venison burgers. Bite size venison, rolled in heavy seasoned flour, put into a bean pot covered with evaporated milk and cooked for at least four hours makes a savory dish that is perfect with creamed potatoes. Arlie Sanders of Lake Springs, Mo writes about his mother Mrs. J.D. Sanders who died October 21, fifty years ago. Hunters may not use rifles in hunting migratory birds, waterfowl and doves. Ramer Community: James F. Burress Jr. has entered West Tenn Business College. Miss Icie Ingle resumed teaching at Hurley after attending Union University during the cotton picking vacation. In the first basketball game of the season Ramer boys and girls defeated Morris Chapel teams Friday night. The mother of Mr. Freddie Davis passed away at her home in Bemis where they moved several years ago. V.B. Wardlow and Mrs. S.K. Fowlkes attended the funeral of their brother James Wardlow in Corinth. Mr. Wardlow was a prominent lumber dealer and cotton merchant. He formerly lived in Pocahontas, later in Ripley, Miss. His last days have been spent with his daughter in Shreveport, La. Ruth Walden Circle of the First Baptist Church met recently with one new member Mrs. Claytee Bradford. Devotional given by Mrs. Ruby Lee Wilkerson. Mrs. Lee Counce gave a program on missions. Rose Creek Community: Mrs. Daisy Nagle was carried to a Memphis hospital Oct 31. Everyone enjoyed themselves at Mary Lulal Graham’s Halloween party. Several youth from here attended the youth rally at Piney Grove Church. Stantonville Home Demonstration Club met in the home of Mrs. Lois Moffett with 16 members a 3 visitors present. Mrs. Maye Chandler gave the devotional. Project leaders reporting: Mrs. Lizzie Phillips on health and safety; Mrs. Maxine Carroll on sewing; Mrs. Emma Raines on poultry; and Mrs. Cora Smith on recipes. Game prizes were won by Mesdames Cora Smith and Mary Nell Smith. Next meeting at the home of Mrs. Maye Chandler. Two McNairians honored at U-T martin: Malcolm Dickson of Bethel Springs was elected reporter of the Knights of the Wood and Box and Student Christian Assoc. Miss Jane Rankin of Finger was elected secretary of the Home Economics Club. Initiation into the Second Latin Club of Selmer is hard for first year students. “Latin is a dead language, as dead as can be, it killed old Caesar and now it’s killing me.’ those joining: Pauline Jones, Geraldine Gatty, Ann Phillips, Martha Ann Wright, James Hugh Bogan, John Sharp Jr., Dudley Dancer, Mauvaleen Barnes, Sarah Robinson, George Eldon Weatherford, Margaret Weatherford, Nancy Sweat, Wilma Ruth King and Martha Jane Brooks. West Tennessee Singing at Chapel Hill Sunday. This is a new Baptist Church located south of McCalips Chapel, a short distance on the Pocahontas and Rose Creek Road. L.C. Ingle, Pres; Dewey Byrd, VP and W.D. Whitley, Sec. Selmer Community: Mrs. Daisy Nagle who lived in Selmer in her youth is now making her home with her sister Mrs. Lora Hunter of Rose Creek. She is in the hospital for major surgery. Walter Bowers Tackett has returned home from his job in Pennsylvania. Clyde Anderson Forsythe, son of Mr. and Mrs. W.G. Forsythe is attending Abiline Christian College. Thomas H. Rhodes, son of Mrs. E.M. Smith is enrolled in Purdue University. Billy Patrick is here on furlough from the Army Air Corps. Billy Hugh Kirkpatrick is attending U-T Martin. Charles Cude and family have moved into their new home on Highway 64. A long article was written about Col. John E. Moore. He was an outstanding military figure in two wars and winner of numerous honors and awards will retire at Lt. Colonel in the US Army. We like to think of John E. Moore, a little country boy who became a weaver of drams and decided that education pays. He was known as Edwin until Uncle Sam got a hold of him. He is a native of McNairy County, the middle child in a family of three girls and two boys. As a youngster he would go to the gristmill on Saturday while all the men would ask little Edwin to say speeches and recite poetry. The school term was only five months but when his school let out he would walk a few miles further into town for two months more of school. At a time when the only requirement to be a school teacher was to take an examination he took the test and passed. The following fall, Professor Moore at the ripe old age of 15 opened his first school. He had 25 students and taught all 8 grades. $30 a month for an inexperienced in 1905. Edwin Moore carried papers, chopped kindling and did all kinds of jobs to continue his schooling. In 1916 he graduated with honors from the University of Tennessee. During his college years he augmented his funds by playing baseball, football, playing in the college band and even teaching several classes. After graduation he went to Columbia, Tenn. as a coach when World War I was declared. After the war, he and his wife, Miss Louise Speed, went to Colorado where he taught and obtained his Master’s Degree. He then came back south and accepted the presidency of a small college at Elkton, Ky. Since then he was principal of Mt. Juliet High School, principal of Franklin County High School for eight years and superintendent of Franklin County, Tenn. Schools for four years. In 1942, Prof. Moore was ordered back into military service where he served six years in Okinawa Japan and Korea. After his second military service he accepted principal of Berry School in Davidson County. (This article did not state John Edwin Moore’s parents’ name, but he was the son of John Calvin and Mary M. Nichols Moore. His parents are both buried at New Hope Cemetery) For sale 65 acres farm about 3 miles north of Bethel Springs. 3 room house. School bus and mail route 1/4 mile away. Land transfers for October: Virgil Lancaster and other to Dr. M.O. Ross, 4 ac; Dr. M.O. Ross to John Cagle, 4 ac; G.V. Horner & wife to J.A. Churchill and others, 105 ac; W.M. Swaim & wife to Willie Gibson & wife 47 ac; Odie Moore & wife to Willie Gibson 91 ac; J.H. Thomas & wife to John H. Cogdell 61 ½ ac; Clifford Hurley & wife to Mrs. Oma Robison Sewell & others, land; Goldie Sweat to Elbert Ellis & wife 121 ac; Pearl Dole to Ruby Parsons 86 ac; W.C. Hogan & wife to Z.B. Thompson & wife, 70 ac; R.D. Moore & wife to Howard Moore & wife, land; S.R. Hunt & wife to M.M. Patterson & wife, land; Will Summers & wife to G.W. Head & wife, land; Theo Ashe & wife to Jim Drake & wife 245 ac; L.T. Willis & wife to John M. Harwell, 376 ac; Howard Moore & wife to Daniel Moore & wife, lot; Carl F. Coln & wife to Allen D. Taylor, 41 ac; J.H. Moss & wife to Harold T. Moss & wife 1 1 /8 ac; Erwin S. Clark & wife to S.E. Martindale, 96 ac; J.T. Yancey to Allen D. Taylor, land; Thomas M. Wharton to J.F. Barber, land; Erby Julian & wife to Jim McKenzie, 2 ac; Lessie Teague McCoy to Ramer Missionary Baptist Church, 1 acre; Bill King Hobbs to B.V. Goodrum & wife, 2 ac; D. Moore & wife to L.D. Moore & wife, 3 ac; W.M. Sanders & wife to Glen Ratliff, 20 ac; J.L. Messer & wife to Norvel Counce & wife, lot; A.S. Tennyson & wife to C.F. Smith & wife, lot; Mrs. Maudie Childers to Clay Childers, 70 ac; M.A. Mathis to E.S. Miller, 27 ac; J.E. Hodges & wife to R.A. Baxter Jr., lot; R.L. Brown & wife to C.F. King, 30 ac; Clyde Thorne & wife to J.R. Dix & wife, 2 ac; Clyde Thorne & wife to J.R. Dix & wife 4 ac; Eber Gooch & wife to George S. Barnes, land; R.E. Baldwin and others to George Foust, 80 ac; J.T. Robinson to John W. Hudson & wife, 80 ac; W.H. Heath to J.H. Heath & wife, lot; W.F. Hunter & wife to J.A. Hunter & wife, 80 ac; R.M. Houston to H.E. Littlefield, lots; Dr. E.G. Sanders & wife to James O. Blasingame Jr. & wife, 15 ac; C.M. Gault to Otis Hill, 6 ac; J.C. Benton 7 wife to D.B. Ross, 3.5 ac; W.M. Rhodes & wife to H.S. Kinchen, 12 ac; H. A. Vinson & wife to C.A. Bowers & wife, 3.5 ac; M.F. Barber & wife to D.G. Barber, land; J.R. Barber and wife to D.G. Barber, 66 ac; D.G. Barber and others to Minnie Pipkins, 52 ac; M.F. Barber & wife to Minnie Pipkins, 20 ac; David Kiestler & wife to W.H. Brumley, 3 ac; Clifford Nixon & wife to Thurman Anderson, 2 ac; C.F. Moore & wife to J.W. Moore & wife 1 ac; E.L. Moore and others to Tildon & Ezra Locke, 320 ac; John V. Cagle & wife to Dewey Cagle 8.5 ac; J.M. Dunaway & wife to T. P. McNatt & wife 27.5 ac; B.B. Replogle & wife to Lester Kiestler, 30 ac; R.B. Ross & wife to H.A. Grave & wife, 1/5 ac; W.H. Dancer and others to Roy Raines & wife, 27 ac; A.B. Dancer and wife to Roy Raines & wife 12.5 ac; T. Dunaway & wife to J.M. Dunaway & wife, 36.5 ac; D.L. Bearden & wife to E.C. Nichols & wife 43 ac, Kin Smith to Flake Smith & wife 3.25 ac; C. R. Simpson & wife to A.N. Young, 185 ac; G.W. Thompson & wife to R.E. Johnson & wife, 2 ac; C.H. Cartwright & wife to Samuel H. Lewellen & wife 2.5 ac; E.D. Kiser and wife to W.R. Hicks & wife, 129 ac; Rayford W. Jernigan & wife to W.C. Hogan & wife 80 ac; D.L. Bearden & wife to C.C. Malone & wife, 100 ac; J.W. Causey & wife to J.P. Parham & wife, 48 ac; Herman Lipford & others to P.A. Lipford, 290 ac. Volume 47 No 49. Wilbur Wright, editor and publisher.

November 17, 1950

Erection of the steel framework to support the new balcony at Selmer High gym was completed last week. Some 45 students of the Trades Dept are hard at work to complete the balcony. From 12 th grade: John Hollis, James Wharton, Earl D. Dancer, Charles Raines, Gordon Sparks, Alvin Wilson, Billy McClain, Bobby Cagle, James Jordan, Vernon Huckabee, Will D. McClain, Billy Smith, Kenneth Gooch, Olan Hamm, Gene Rinks and Leon Horton; 11 th grade: Leslie Floyd, Malcom Moore, Robert Cagle, Wayne McClain, John McComic, Sammy Henry, James Templeton, John Mitchell, John Browder, Melvin Price, Clinton Ray, Clifford Kirk and John Borden. 10 th grade; James Shelton, Herman Mitchell, Ray Grantham, Alton Michael, Gale W. Huckabee, Elmer Joplin, Jim Carlin, J.W. Ferguson, Bobby Pickle, James Harvie, J.C. Holly, Billy Gene Mullins, Ira Gene Foster, Edward Henson, Guanne Foster and Jimmy King. Armistice Day celebration draws big crowd with parade and other activities. Thanks to Miss Mauvaleen Barnes for serving as our Queen this year. Congratulations to Mrs. B.B. Replogle who held the winning ticket on the card. Mr. R.F. Hendrix, who resides in North Selmer, brought to the Independent office an egg, which has unusual markings. It seems to have a snake coiled on the small end - all a part of the shell. It is on display in the window. Michie High School basketball season started off with a bang! Both boys and girls were victorious in their first game against Shiloh. The girls game was a hard fought battle. Margie Fisher, a guard, received a leg injury. Final score was 27-22 in favor of Michie. The high scorer for Michie was Whitaker with 15 points. Other Michie lineup: Price 11, R Fisher 1, M Fisher (G) Garret (G), Howard (G). Substitutes: Carroll (forward) Briley (guard). Shiloh lineup: Poindexter 7, Phillips 7, Hindman 5, Brown 0, Cody 0, Milligan 0. Subs: McLain 4. The Michie boys from the start of the game proved to be too much for the Shiloh quintet. In the first minute and half of play Michie boys had scored 7-1. Final score was 51-13. Michie lineup: Farris 11, Qualls 11, Smith 5, Nunley 7, Dickey 14. Subs, Michie: Gold, Raines, Mills 2, Donahoe 1, Dickerson. Shiloh lineup: Riley, Cotton Clove 1, Parrish 1, Wyatt 0. Shiloh Subs: Bryson 10, Barnett 1, Littlejohn, Milligan and Lamb. County Court Clerk, J.T. Burks, announced hunting dates: Bobwhite & quail Nov 23 to Jan 25. Daily bag limit 8 and possession 16. Rabbits same dates with daily bag limit 5 and possession 10. Take Hadacol with vitamin B and iron and be full of energy. Beauty Hill community: Mancel Johnson and family have returned home from Ridgely, Tenn. where they have been picking cotton. Miss Olar Etheridge left to go keep house for Mrs. Melvin Holland. Arlie Garner of this community, fell out of a barn loft in Missouri, receiving serious head injuries. He is the son of Onie Garner and the nephew of Mrs. Rosa Hill. Eliza Jane Brooks, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Carl Brooks of Stantonville is the poster child for Jaggars Kiddie Shoppe. Mr. James Grady Surratt, age 59, a resident of Adamsville, died on Monday, Nov 13, 1950. Funeral services were held at Mars Hill Church with interment in the Mars Hill cemetery. Shackelford Funeral directors were in charge. The deceased was a Methodist. Survivors include his wife, Mrs. Minnie Surratt, three daughters, Mrs. Mary Ruth Tacker, Mrs. James Opal Hughes and Mrs. Marie Arp and three sons, James Joe Terry and George Robert Surratt. Mr. Grady Elmer Coleman, age 45 died at Memphis on Nov 7, 1950. His remains were brought back to McNairy County for burial. Funeral service were held at the Falcon Church, with burial in the cemetery there. Mr. Coleman is survived by his wife, Mrs. Rosa Lee Coleman; mother, Mrs. Donnie Coleman; two brothers Rady and Clifford Coleman and one sister, Mrs. Howard Willis, one step- daughter, Mrs. Paul Moore. Selmer community: Mr. and Mrs. Sam Perkins have moved into the Latta residence recently vacated by Charles Cude family. Their new neighbors welcome them to Court Ave. The Ruth Circle of the Methodist Church met in the home of Mrs. Guy Robinson with Mrs. Will Tom Abernathy co-hostess. Showing at the Ritz next week: The Caribou Trail - Where The Sidewalk Ends - The Skipper Surprised His Wife - Once More, My Darling - Cow Town with Gene Autry and Gail Davis - Three Little Words with Fred Astaire and Red Skelton. On Wednesday, Dec 6, I will sell at Public Auction, all my farming tools and household goods to the highest bidder for cash. Odie Moore, 3 miles east of Finger. Bowman’s Store Community; Mr. Paul Hurst is back on a visit from Peoria, Ill. where he is now working. Cox’s Community: Mr. and Mrs. Oliver Cox and Mrs. Eupha Cox are on our sick list. Mr. and Mrs. Paul Foster and David are back home from Missouri. Mr. and Mrs. Monroe Cox, Mrs. Eupha Cox, Paul Russom, Mr. and Mrs. Bill Roland, Mr. Oliver and children Dottie and Alton, Mr. and Mrs. H.A. Cox, and Mrs. Clara Dillon attended the funeral of Mrs. Beck Vandiver. Center Ridge Community: The revival is still in progress. Mr. Bob Whitten suffered a heart attack last week. Mr. and Mrs. Slater Whitten are proud parents of a baby girl who weighed 7 lbs 15 oz. Mr. and Mrs. Clifford Isbell, Jane and James, have moved to Peoria, Ill. Friends of this community were shocked last Wed. when news reached us that Lonnie Weaver was accidentally killed at a saw mill where he was working. Those from here attending the funeral were Mr. James H. Moore, Mr. Slater Whitten and Mr. and Mrs. Odis Ray. Census reports shows that 5,109 bales of cotton were ginned in McNairy County this fall before Nov 1 as compared with 15,112 last year. Land posted against hunting in the fourth civil district: W.C. Swinea, A.W. Christopher, J.O. Smith, M.B. Melton, A.B. Templeton, M.F. Barber, Ben Case, Earl Christopher, E.M. Tenton, Anderson Jones, John Sheron, Mattie Dancer, Oles Wagoner, J.M. Cole, Annie Hoover, Martin Smith, Mollie Steele, O.V. Erwin and G.M. Tickle. Buena Vista Community; Rev. Mainers filled his regular appointment last Sunday. Mrs. Martha Jenkins is very sick. Mrs. Roy Williams and little daughter, of Rose Creek, have moved back into our community while her husband is in the US army. She is remembered as Betty Jean Cheshier, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Lonnie Cheshier. Some few people have been killing hogs during this cold spell. Curtis Whitten and Bonnie Whitten post their land against hunting. Arlie S. Prather died at his home on Court Ave., Nov 11, 1950. Until three years ago he was associated with Mr. Flake Humphrey in the lumber business here in Selmer. This business association lasted through 15 years. Prior to this he had been in the general mercantile business for 30 years. Mr. Prather was born at Falcon, Tenn Dec 14, 1877. He was the son of the late Mr. and Mrs. J.W. Prather. Early in life he joined the Methodist church. Mr. Prather is survived by his wife, Mrs. Minnie Smith Prather; four sisters, Mrs. Lillie Emmons, Mrs. Troy Brooks, Mrs. Buford Hendrix, all of Selmer and Mrs. Howard Conger of Jackson, Tenn. The funeral service was held at the First Methodist Church with interment in Oak Hill Cemetery. Active pall bearers were: Bill Barksdale, Luther Weatherford, Glacial Weatherford, Vernon Robinson, Leland Plunk, Tedford Jordan, Troy Smith and Buel Kiser. Honorary pall bearers were: Flake Humphrey, Lee Basinger, Arlie Robinson, Oscar Erwin, T.N. Wright, Oscar Wyatt, J.E. Crabtree and Otaway Yates. James William Wardlow, age 89, died at the home of his daughter, Mrs. Joe Norris, Shreveport, La., Nov 6, 1950. Mr. Wardlow was born July 25, 1861 in Alcorn County. In young manhood he married a Miss Cook of Alcorn County. This union was blessed with three daughters, Lillian, Mrs. Joe Norris; Myrtle, Mrs J.O. Kendrick, Harlington, Texas; Mrs. W.O. Baird, Henderson, Tenn. Mrs. Wardlow preceded Mr Wardlow in death over 30 years ago. Mr. Wardlow was in business at Essary Springer and Pocahontas before going to Ripley, Miss. where he was successful in the lumber and ginning business. Mr. Wardlow built the Church of Christ at Ripley and was carried there Wednesday morning for a memorial service. He was buried in Henry Cemetery in Corinth with Masonic Rites. He was 21nd degree Mason. Survivors include his three daughters, a sister Mrs. Will Hooker of Guys, a brother and sister of Ramer and five other brothers. Van Gilbert Kiddy was born May 27, 1876, a son of Paul and Armanda Kiddy. He passed away at his home near Kendrick, Miss. on the afternoon of Nov 7, 1950, age 74 years, 5 months and 11 days. He leaves his wife, Mrs. Minnie Kiddy; and four sons: Gerry Kiddy of Michie, Mancel, Albert and Delaney Kiddy of Corinth, Miss. One sister, Mrs. Bell Butler of Clinton, Okla., 17 grandchildren and a host of relatives and friends. He was converted and united with the Methodist Church in early life. He attended church as long as his health permitted. He was thoughtful of others, especially those in need or trouble. He spent most of his life in McNairy County where he had many friends among the older people. Among them is a special friend, Dr. E.G. Sanders, of Stantonville, who was his family physician and close friend. Funeral services were conducted at Mt. Vinson church and burial was in the cemetery there. Shackelford Funeral Directors were in charge of arrangements. Mr. Henry Cobb, a native of McNairy County and first cousin to Mr. Henry Carman of Selmer, died at a hospital in Monroesville, Ala on Nov 4, 1950. He was 88 and father of present Monroe County, Ala., Commissioner R.H. Cobb of Beatrice, Ala. Funeral services were held at Brown-Service Funeral Chapel in Tuscumbia, Ala. The deceased is survived by his wife, Mrs. Henry Cobb, a son R.H. Cobb and a daughter Mrs. Charles King. The funeral services for John Nealus Nold was held Saturday afternoon at Beauty Hill. He was born March 21, 1902 and died Nov 9, 1950; age 48 years, 7 months and 18 days. He was married to Miss Alice Malone on Dec 7, 1924. He accepted the Lord in 1937. He leaves four children: J.C. Nold of the U. S. Service in Maryland; Mrs. Mildred Wilson of Detroit, Mich; Kenneth and Leslie Neal, who are at home; four grandchildren; one sister Mrs. Lester Plunk; three brothers, Dossie, Willie and Lester Nold of this county. There are also a host of other relatives and friends to mourn his passing. Mr. John H Wilkerson, age 78, died at his home near Leapwood on Saturday, Nov 5, 1950. Services were conducted by Bro. Albert Plunk were held at Mars Hill church on Sunday, Nov 5, 1950 with burial in the Mars Hill Cemetery. The deceased is survived by his wife Mrs. Lou Wilkerson; and two daughters, Mrs. Gladys Martin and Mrs. Cordie Pyron. Volume 47 No 50. Wilbur Wright, editor and publisher.

November 24, 1950

TB is the great killer. Of the 50 most infectious diseases, TB causes more deaths than the other 49 combined. TB strikes 20 years earlier than cancer or heart disease. The TB Seal sale starts this week. Last year McNairy County received aid from the seal funds to provide free x-ray service to some 2,500 people. Insects damage destroyed 13.5 % of the cotton crops this year in Tennessee. Insects kept approximately 99,000 bales of cotton and 41,000 tons of cottonseed off the market this year. Selmer High School Band has been invited to march in the Christmas parade in Jackson. With 61 members and 55 of them beginners this year Band Director Mr. James Travathan has come a long way with the band. The new 1951 Ford cars can be seen at Latta Ford Co. this week. The new automatic transmission is called ‘Fordomatic Drive.’ The result of more than 4 years research. The new cars also offer the widest range of body colors. Michie basketball teams remain undefeated! Michie girls had little trouble defeating Adamsville girls 54 to 32. The score keepers were busy marking up fouls. 27 against Michie and 25 against Adamsville. Michie line up: Price 14, Whitaker 25, Carroll 1, Garrett, Briley, Howard. Subs: Rheba Fisher 10, Gooch, Moore, Churchwell and Robertson. Adamsville line up: Young 12, Wicker 13, Morris 1, Littlefield, Seaton, Meeks. Subs: Butler 2, Carroll 4, Littlefield, Clark, Kemp and Hollingsworth. Michie boys won over Adamsville 50 to 35. Michie line up: Farris 9, Qualls 10, Smith 6, Nunley 15, Dickey 10. Adamsville line up: Walker 6, Snodgrass 4, Barnett 5, Sewell 9, Dill 11. Adamsville subs: Dodds, Rickman, Patterson, Davis, Bush and Eason. The Michie girls played their best game of the season against Ramer 55 to 40. Ramer girls had to shoot long shots because getting through Michie’s guards proved too difficult. Michie line up: Price 17, Whitaker 18, R Fisher 20, Garrett, Briley, Howard. Subs: Moore. Ramer line up: Barnes 16, Harbin 3, Jones 13, Coln, Samples, Norwood. Subs: Barham 8, Hamm, Bass, Kirk, Dix, Kennedy, Forsythe, Sims, Taylor, Farris. Michie smashed Ramer’s record of being undefeated on their home court for three years with a score of 55 to 54. During the last quarter Ramer fought hard to overtake Michie. Qualls fouled out and it began to look dark, but Raines did an excellent relief job. Nunley, for Michie racked up the final free pitch to win the game. Michie line up: Farris 10, Qualls 4, Smith 8, Nunley 17, Dickey 17. Subs: Raines 1. Ramer line up: King 1, Smith 11, Forsythe 24, Kirk 2, Briggs 11. Subs: Henry 1, Mullins, Collins, Teague, Wren and Whirley. The reporter failed to get the subs scores, and total is short by 5. Selmer Lions Football boys ran roughshod over Decaterville, defeating them 20 to 6. One outstanding touchdown runs made by Barron from the 25 yd line in enemy territory, did not count because of a penalty. Saturday, the Selmer Lions severely trounced the Tezevant team with final score of 33 to 0. The squad selected Leland Kiser as the most valuable player on this year’s squad. The Selmer Lions football team played 10 games this year, won 3, tied one and lost 6. Graduating players are: Leland Kiser, Hubert Miller, Kenneth Hawkins, Leon Horton, Gordon Sparks, Will D. McClain and Joe McReynolds. Arly Mae Garner was born Feb 19, 1940. Died Nov 14, 1950. Age 10 years, 8 months and 25 days. He was the son of Mr. and Mrs. Onie Garner of near Finger, Tenn. Besides his parents he leaves one sister, Annie Ella, 3 brothers, Johnis, Dewey and Lonnie. His grand parents John Garner and wife; and a grandmothers, Mrs. Ella Barnes. Little Arly died in a hospital in Poplar Bluff, Mo., last Thursday from a fall out of a barn loft the previous Friday afternoon. He and his sister, Annie Ella had been with their brother Johnis Garner and family for several weeks picking cotton near Dexter, Mo, where the accident occurred. Funeral services were conducted at Beauty Hill Church. Burial was in the cemetery there. Shackelford Funeral Directors were in charge of arrangements Mr. Dan W. Ramer, age 67, loved and esteemed by many in McNairy and Madison Counties, died of a heart attack at Humboldt, Tenn Nov 16, 1950. He was born in Ramer, Tenn and reared in McNairy County. He was worked for the G.M.&O. Railroad for about 45 years. At the time of his fatal attack he was baggage master and was on his run nearing Humboldt from Jackson. He was taken from the train at Humboldt and carried to a clinic where he died some five minutes later. Funeral services were held at the First Cumberland Presbyterian Church in Jackson. Interment was in the Hollywood cemetery in Jackson. Smith Funeral Home was in charge. The deceased is survived by his wife, Mrs. Myrtle P. Ramer; two sons, Dr. Warren C. Ramer, Lexington, Tenn. and Rev. Lloyd W. Ramer of Selmer; one brother, Rev. E.R. Ramer of McKenzie, Tenn; three sisters, Mrs. C. Wilson of Vicksburg, Miss, Mrs. Rosa Hamm of Artesia, Miss. and Mrs. Ray Croft of Kenton, Tenn. and three grandchildren. Pvt. James O. Goodrum, son of J.N. Goodrum has completed Basic Training at Lackland Air Force Base in San Antonio. A.T. Robinson of Finger made $292.81 from one half acre cantaloupes. He applied 8 yards barn yard manure and 270 pounds fertilizer and harvested 168 bushels. Cox’s Community: Mrs. Dortha Cox and Mrs. Eupha are on the sick list at this writing. There is a revival going on at Piney Grove Church of God. Chewalla Community: Mrs. Edd Melton of Ramer is suffering from a sprained ankle. Mr. and Mrs. Grady Barnes have moved to Corinth. Pvt. Marvin Brook has been home on furlough. Gravel Hill Community: Mr. Tolbert McCoy returned from the Baptist Hospital, little improved. Don Huggins and James Opal Gray have missed a few days of school with tonsillitis. Messrs. Dewey and Lexie Armstrong, Mrs. Kate Samples and Mrs Leola Sims have been at the bedside of their father Mr. W. O. Armstrong, who is critically ill in Selmer. Rev. W.E. Baily and his mother and Miss Cassie Mae Armstrong had lunch with Mr. and Mrs. Roy Huggins Sunday. Mt. Gilead Home Demonstration Club met in the home of Mrs. Arch Russell with 14 members present, including two new members Mrs. Clara Dillon and Mrs. Essie Donahoe. Devotion was given by Mrs. Carl Wilson. Roll call was answered with ‘our husband’s best excuse.’ Those in perfect attendance for the year can attend the banquet at Shaw’s: Mrs. W.R. Hanna, Mrs. Ernest Mitchell, Mrs. Carl Wilson, Mrs. E.C. Causey and Mrs. J.E. Henley. Crooked Creek Community; Mr. Troy McDaniel underwent an appendix operation at Humphrey clinic. Mrs. Billy McCullar went to work at Brown Shoe. Orlen Watson and Betty enjoyed a birthday dinner in the home of his mother. We are sorry to hear of the death of Jim Paskel, a resident of the County Home. He was laid to rest in Oak Hill cemetery. Carl Dixon, son of Mr. and Mrs. Oscar Dixon of Rt 3 Pocahontas, is at the Naval Training Center, Great Lakes, Illinois. Cpl. Rufus C. Howell, son of Mrs. Maymie Barnes of Rt 1 Ramer, has been assigned duty in the Philippine Islands with the U S Air Force. Ramer Community: George Melvin Shea is at the US army Camp in Alexandria, La. He is the son of Mr. and Mrs. G.M. Shea. R.F. Norris has been in the hospital with a heart ailment. Martha Evelyn Teague is convalescing from a recent appendectomy. Harold Ray Huggins, stationed at Smyrna AFB has fractured a knee in an automobile accident. Troy Kirk, who went by plane to Las Vegas, Nev. to visit his sick daughter Virginia Lyon and she was able to accompany him home on the plane. Rev. Pepper Morris preached at the Ramer and Mt. Vernon churches recently. Several from the Ramer community attended the funeral of Dan W. Ramer. Mr. Ramer was the son of the late J.S. and Lydia Reeder Ramer. His wife was the former Miss Myrtle Pankey of Corinth. Why crops are turned under. The practice of green manuring is very ancient. The Greeks turned under broadbeans as early as 300 BC. The planting of beans for soil improvement was a common practice in the early years of the Roman Empire. My Neighbors by Bill Paulson: “One way to get rid of a few Bureaucrats is to change their status from ‘position’ to ‘jobs.’ Pebble Hill Community: Paul Moore and Edison are in Michigan where they have jobs. Mr. and Mrs. Buddy Brown have moved here from their home near Selmer. Mr. and Mrs. Alvin Glidewell have moved to Michie. Mr. and Mrs. Coln Crotts have moved to their new home in Needmore. Mr. and Mrs. Aubrey Moore have moved to their new home on Hwy 57 near Needmore. Bowman’s Store Community: Health is very good in this community at this writing. Mrs. J.R. Siler has returned home from Iowa with her husband. Mr. and Mrs. John Parson have moved into our community from Covington, Tenn. Shannon Davis, grand daughter of Mrs. C.T. Davis of Finger is the poster girl for Jaggar’s Kiddie shop. Just received a shipment of Cinderella dresses. Selmer Community: Mr. and Mrs. Bill Harris of Fort Smith, Ark. announce the birth of a daughter. Mrs. Harris is the former Maxine Fryar of Selmer. Argonaut Book club met in the home of Mrs. Rachel Adams with Mrs. Jo Johnson co-hostess. The YWA of Selmer Baptist met in the home of Alice White. Meeting opened with prayer by Geraldine Clark. Program presented by Betty Welsh, Betty Robertson, Marvin Watson and Sarah Robinson. All day service to be held at New Bethel Cumberland Presbyterian Church on Nov 26. Preaching in the morning. Dinner and singing in the afternoon. John L. Droke, age 76, a resident of Stantonville, died at his home Friday, Nov 17, 1950. Funeral services, were held at the Stantonville Methodist Church on Saturday with interment at Adamsville. Shackelford Funeral Directors in charge. The deceased is survived by his wife Mrs. Maggie Droke; one son, Aubrey Droke, one brother, Oscar Droke; two half brothers, Alley and Dewey Droke; and three half sisters, Mrs. Gracie Phillips, Mrs. Icie Miller and Mrs. Rosie Walker. Mr. James Paschel, age 75?, died Nov 19, 1950. ‘Jim’ as he was called by all who knew him was very well known over the county. He leaves his wife Ada Paschel. Funeral Services were held in the chapel of Shackelford Funeral Home with interment in Oak Hill Cemetery. Showing at the Ritz next week: Three Little Words - Last Of The Wild Horses - Bomba And The Hidden City - Women In Hiding - Gunmen of Abilene - The Flame And The Arrow. Volume 47 No 5. Wilbur Wright Editor and Publisher.

Friday December 1, 1950

We cannot go to press this week without mentioning the weather we have had the past seven days. Beginning last Thursday night, extreme cold weather moved in on McNairy County bringing with it about 6 inches of snow. As we go to press, a week later, snow still lingers on the north side of building. The temperature was as low as 4 degrees. Pickwick Electric has announced the purchase of property for a new office building. This property is located seven tenths of a mile from the center of Selmer, across the road from Thrasher Service Station on Hwy 45 S. The four acres was purchased for $6,000. The new office will have the manager’s office, a general office area, a cashier space behind a counter, a place for the secretary, bookkeeping office and vault. The building will also contain a duplicating and supply room which will be the billing room, engineer’s office and staff room, educational advisor's office, linemen’s room, garage for loaded trucks, loading platform, meter testing and storage room. The Demonstration kitchen will be off the lobby and always contain the latest models of kitchen and laundry appliances. Today Pickwick electric has 6,500 members, 1,140 miles of line, and 16,000 poles. (Pickwick Electric was located on Houston Ave. across from Courthouse, where Tru-Savers is now located. For years PEC was on Hwy 45 S in Selmer, and on Jan 1, 2015, PRC moved to a new facility on Hwy 142) Selmer Cage Squads opened basketball season playing Michie. Approximately 735 people saw the games. Michie girls won by a score of 33 to 14. Selmer line up: Horner 4, Nunley 1, Raines 9, McClain, Watson, Joplin. Subs: Mitchell, Wright, Smith, Jones. Michie line up: Whitaker 17, Price 4, Fisher 3, Garrett, Briley, Howard. Subs: Carroll 9, Moore, Gooch. Selmer boys beat Michie by although they had little practice due to balcony construction. Final score was 72 to 46. Selmer line up: W. McClain 6, Bob Kirk 13, B. McClain 33, Hawkins 2, McCullar 16. Subs: L. Kirk, Barron 2, P. Kirk , Kinchen. Michie line up: Neal 7, Qualls 12, Smith 6, Nunley 9, Dickey 10. Sub: Raines 2. (The paper had a wrinkle and score for Michie may not be right. Neal may be Farris) Mr. Ted Martin, treasurer for the Selmer Lions Club reported the spent $67.00 from Aug-Nov for eye glasses for people that needed them. Kenneth Chambers, chairman of the Christmas Activities Committee of the Selmer Jaycees request help to give Christmas to the needy children of the community. Contact Chambers, O.V. Erwin Jr. or George Huggins. Mrs. Ruthie Wood, age 79, of the Pittsburg Landing community died at her home on Nov 28, 1950. She was a Missionary Baptist. Funeral services were held at the home. Burial was in Shady Grove Cemetery. The deceased is survived by two sons, W.H. and Luke Wood; two sisters, Mrs. Ethel Lee and Mrs. Pearl Rickman, all of Pittsburg Landing. 26 grandchildren and 15 great grand children. Michie basketball news. Michie girls were victorious over Selmer. This was the 17 th straight win for the Michie sextet. Selmer boys proved to be too much for our Michie boys. Taylor’s Store community: Mr. and Mrs. Vester Smith and Mrs. Fletcher Whitaker enjoyed a birthday dinner in the home of Mr. and Mrs. Raymond Whitaker in North Selmer. Mr. Ira Knight is spending the week in the home of his brother, Mr. Hubert Knight who is very ill. Stantonville Community: Mr. Bud Cole celebrated his 90 th birthday last week with a dinner at his home. Those present were Mrs. Annie Hoover, Mr. and Mrs. Rhea Hoover and Janice, Mr. and Mrs. Gilcie Majors and children and as a special guest Mr. Ephraim Michie. Those enjoying a traditional Thanksgiving supper with Mr. and Mrs. C.W. Wardlow were: Mr. and Mrs. G.N. Weatherford and Margaret, Bobbie Maxwell, JoAnn Whitaker and Rebecca Williams of Selmer; Mr. and Mrs. Willard Wardlow of Memphis, Mr. and Mrs. Elgin Howard & Kenneth of Michie, and Mr. M.M. Wardlow of Pebble Hill. Ramer Community: Helen Gibson, home from Memphis State, has been quite sick. Evelyn Hamm and Anita Sue Smith were home from a Nashville school for the holiday. Other students home for Thanksgiving: Dorothy Sue and Bunkie Vaughn, Harvey King, Carman Gibson, Evelyn Haddon. Mr. and Mrs. James Boucher & son Tim are living in the Cumberland Presbyterian manse while the church is without a pastor. T. Teague and family moved into the house vacated by them and Mr. and Mrs. Johnnie Bright & baby are moving to the Mrs. Huggins residence where the Teagues have been living. In basketball last week, Henderson girls won over the Ramer girls by a high score, while the Ramer boys defeated Henderson by about the same margin. Ramer teams played Shiloh on Saturday night, winning both games. Showing at the Ritz next week: The Flame And The Arrow - Humphrey Takes A Chance - Louisa - Dreaming Out Loud - Brand Of Fear - Summer Stock. Guys Community: Bro. Frank Perry of Selmer filled his regular preaching appointment here Sunday. There were 32 in attendance for Thanksgiving dinner with Mr. and Mrs. J.L. Wren and Larry: Mr. and Mrs. Leroy Caldwell and children, Mr. and Mrs. C.F. Rinehart Jr. and daughter, Mr. and Mrs. John Rinehart and Betty, Mr. and Mrs. Sonny McCarter and children, Mrs. Edna Caldwell and Bobby, Mr. and Mrs. Burl Caldwell, Mr and Mrs. C.F. Rinehart and Lanoel, Mr. and Mrs. C.F. Bass and Jean, Mr. and Mrs. Mack Timms and Linda and Miss Lulurea Barham. Gravel Hill Community: We have just received news of the sudden passing of Mr. Arch Olive of the Olive Hill Community. He is a cousin of Mrs. J.B. Huggins. A large crowd attended the funeral of Mr. Odus Armstrong, including several of our aged friends: Mr. and Mrs. J.B. Huggins, Mrs. W.J. McCoy and Mr. J.W. McCoy. For Rent to couple that plan to be home after bedtime hours - two unfurnished rooms with private bath and entrance. Kitchen wired for electric stove. $35 per month with electricity and water furnished. 130 N. Fifth St. in Selmer. Farm for rent: sufficient acres for good two-horse crop. Extra good house. On mail and school bus route. See Rudolph Faulkner, Hwy 45, opposite McCoy’s Store. Corn hauled to market in Memphis from McNairy county, for 15 cents per bushel in load lots. See J.T. Coats. Phone 222-J Selmer. 170 acres land posted in 13 th Civil District – J.C. Gardner, Guys, Tenn. 700 acres land posted in old First Civil Dist and 165 acres in old Sixth Dist – O.C. Steadman. 483 acres land posted in 5 th Civil District - U P Rowland. Joining tracts of land posted in Second Civil Dist - Allie Hurst, F.E. Higginbottom, John Higginbottom. All my land posted in 2 nd Civil District - Jerry King. Bowman’s Store Community: Health is not good at this writing in this community. Mrs. John Parson is very ill this week. Mr. Dee Ferguson’s family has returned home from Dexter, Mo., where they have been picking cotton. Everyone in this community was really surprised at the big snow last Friday morning. Charles Jones, son of Mr. and Mrs. M.L. Jones of Chewalla is poster baby for Jaggars Kiddie Shoppe. Selmer community: Students home for the holiday: Miss Jo Ann Barr, Blair Scott, Gerald Kinchen, Jack Lewis, Billy Hugh Kirkpatrick, Joe Mitchell, Richard Brown, Billy Barnes, H.J. Maxedon, Sarah Nell Erwin and Annie Lou Robinson. Among those who went to Knoxville to see Tennessee defeat Kentucky were: H.P. Lee, Will Tom Abernathy, Jack Russell Lewis, H.J. Maxedon and Glen McBride. Santa Claus will be at Smith’s Variety Store on Saturday, December 2 nd at 10:00 am. Mr. W.O. Armstrong, age 77, long time reader of The Independent, and retired farmer, died at his home in Selmer on Nov 26, 1950. Mr. Armstrong was a Missionary Baptist. Funeral Services were held at the Gravel Hill Baptist Church. Burial was in the Gravel Hill cemetery. Shackelford Funeral Directors were in charge of arrangements. The deceased is survived by his wife, Mrs. Tilla Latta Armstrong; three sons, Dewey, Lexie and Ralph Armstrong; five daughters, Mrs. Bertha Earey, Mrs. Alma Hamm, Mrs. Eunice Jones, Mrs .Leo? (J T) Sims and Mrs. Kata Samples; and two sisters, Mrs. R.L. Burns and Mrs. Dora Wyatt. Mrs. Ellen Cone, age 79 , died at her home near Leapwood on Nov 24, 1950. She was a Free will Baptist. Funeral services were held at the at the Sweet Lips church on Saturday Nov 25 with interment in the cemetery there. Survivors include: three sons: Doss Keen, Tone Cone and Dewey Cone and seven grandchildren. John I. Sewell, age 87, a former resident of Adamsville, died on Nov 22, 1950 at the Dodds Nursing Home at Shiloh Park. Mr. Sewell had been making his home there for the past few months. Mr. Sewell was a merchant at Adamsville for many years, retiring about 15 years ago. Funeral services were at the Enville Methodist and interment was in the Enville Cemetery. Shackelford Funeral Directors were in charge of arrangements. The following served as pall bearers: Hobert Kemp, Shirley Clayton, J.D. Abernathy, Raymond Meeks, Franklin Hughes and Howard Tanner. The deceased is survived by one daughter, Mrs. Jennie Mills of Adamsville. Volume 47 No 52. Wilbur Wright, Editor and Publisher.

Friday, Dec 8, 1950

Three more McNairy County boys are completing basic airmen indoctrination at the Lackland Air Base: Pvt. James W Basham, age 20, son of Mr. and Mrs. J.D. Basham; Pvt. Jack A. Etheridge, age 19, son of Mr. and Mrs. George Etheridge; Pvt. Robert T. Gage, age 20, son of Mr. C.R. Gage. Southern Bell Telephone has announced plans to give Selmer and Bethel Springs the most modern dial telephone system. Selmer has 675 users and Bethel Springs has 173. A new telephone facility will be erected on the southwest side of Warren Ave. in Selmer and at the corner of Front and Oak streets in Bethel Springs. The Stantonville PTA will have a ‘Midnight Singing’ Dec 21. Over four hours of good singing by the Speer Family, the Happy Goodman Family and the famous Blackwood Brothers. Selmer PTA will sponsor another family talent night. The November talent show had a very appreciative audience. In Nov., first prize went to the pupils of the7 th grade for their presentation of ‘Going to Grandma’s’ and second prize to the parents of the 4 th grade for their ‘Old Fashioned Breakdown. John Stanford, barber at Pittman Barber Shop in Corinth won the fishing contest put on by Reid Brothers of Corinth. The big mouth bass caught by Mr. Stanford weighed 8 lbs. and 2 ½ oz. A one day poultry school will be held at the courthouse in Selmer on Dec 14 th . Some topics: poultry and egg outlook; poultry housing, egg quality and marketing, brooding and feeding baby chicks, diseases and parasites. Michie played Middleton last week and the girls turned in their best performance of this season by a win of 54 to 41. Line up: Carroll 12, Price 13, Whitaker 29, M. Fisher, Garret, Briley. Subs: Moore. The Michie boys were a little slow getting started against the hard fighting Middleton boys. Final score Michie 36 and Middleton 25. Line up: Farris 6, Qualls 2, Smith 2, Nunley 14, Dickey 12. Subs were not listed On Friday night Michie played Saltillo on their home floor. This game saw the Michie girls win their 19 th consecutive game. Line up: Whitaker 21, Carroll 18, Price 15, M. Fisher, Garrett, Briley. Subs: Copeland 4, R. Fisher 1, Moore, Howard, Robertson, Churchwell, Brown and Qualls. Michie boys easily rolled over Saltillo, winning 58 to 23. Line up: Farris 11, Qualls 10, Smith, Nunley 7, Dickey 24. Subs Goff 4, Raines, Donahoe 2. Selmer Quintet wins two more games, girls improving. Selmer played host to Adamsville. The two teams are long-time rivals and the games were hard fought. Adamsville girls stayed just ahead of Selmer winning 24 to 23. Selmer lineup: Horner 6, Mitchell 5, Raines 12, M. McClain, J .Watson, Joplin. Subs: Wright, Smith. Adamsville line up: Young 12, Butler 2, Carroll 8, Seaton, Meek, A. Littlefield. Subs: Wicker 2, Littlefield, M. Clark, Kemp. The boys games looked forward to as a real hard game, turned out to be one-sided with Selmer winning 99 to 42. Selmer line up: W. McClain 13, B. Kirk 16, B. McClain 37, Hawkins 6, McCullar 21. Subs: Barron 2, Thomas, L. Kirk 2, Kinchen 2, Moore. Adamsville line up: Walker 16, Snodgrass 6, Eason, Sewell 2, Dill 12. Subs: Christopher, Rickman, Barnett 2, David, Patterson 3, Churchwell 2. Selmer traveled to Malesus on Saturday night. The girls game to be a thriller from start to finish with Selmer losing by 4 points. Score 48 to 44. Selmer line up: Horner 3, Mitchell 9, Raines 32, McClain, Watson, Joplin. Subs: Wright, Smith, S. Watson, Baker. Malesus gave the Selmer boys a chill during warm up. Three of the Malesus squad dwarfed Selmer boys. The game was a win for Selmer 62 to 33. Line up: W. McClain 6, Bob Kirk 21, B. McClain 18, Hawkins 11, McCullar 6, Subs: L. Kirk, Barron, Thomas, P. Kirk, Kinchen, Moore. Honor roll for Selmer High School: 12 th grade: Geraldine Gaddy, Olan Hamm, Kenneth Hawkins, Johnny Hollis, Vernon Huckabee, Joyce Jones, Billy McClain. 11 th grade: Billy Beemer, Maxine Goodrum, Betty Jo Hurst, Marie McClain, Wayne McClain, Betty Martin, Patricia Nunley, Joyce Watson. 10 th Grade: John Browder, Patricia Godfrey, Rudolph Gooch, Roy Grantham, Clarence Kirk, Mary Ann McCormic, Bobby Mitchell, Inetha Moore, Rachel Moore, Rebecca Sanders, Mary Alice Smith, Doris Templeton, Houston Thrasher, Christine Wilson. 9th Grade: Jimmy Barron, James Hugh Boggan, Dudley Dancer, Robert Higginbottom, Shirley Holmes, Peggy McMahan, Mary Frances Meeks, Ann Phillips, Janette Plunk, E.G. Sims, Jimmy Tull, Marilyn Watson, and Martha Ann Wright. Those with 90 on all subjects: 12 th Grade: Mauvaleen Barnes, Gene Rinks, Sarah Robinson, Margaret Weatherford. 11 th grade: Jerry Barron, Jimmy Jones, T.L. Michael, James Alton Scott, James Eldon Thomas, Carline Wilson and Glenn McBride. 10 th grade: Wilburn Ashe, Bryan Dunaway, Kay Henson, Marie Jones, Mary Marcus, Emma Lee Rinehart, Martha Jane Smith, Grady Taylor, Dorris Whitten and Ann Claire Wright. 9th grade: Dortha Sanders, John Sharp, Shirley Watson and Elizabeth Weatherford. Mt. Gilead Community: The people of this community are suffering from colds at this writing. Ramer Community: Mr. and Mrs. Erby Locke have moved into their new modern home on Hwy. 57. Mrs. Troy Teague and son have moved into the residence vacated by the Locke’s. Mrs. Rosa Hamm had all her children together for the first time in more than 20 years. J.D. Norris with the US Navy was flown from Tokyo because of the illness of his father. Miss Ruby Shelton has been confined to her room after a fall. Hillman Gibson had the misfortune to break an arm in a fall from a bale of cotton a few days ago. Bethel Springs basketeers played here Friday night with Ramer winning both games. Mrs. B.J. Gibson, daughter of Mrs. J.H. Reeder, who with Sgt. Gibson and two small children are stationed in Norway. Taylor’s Store: Mrs. Taylor Sanders is on the sick list this week. Mr. and Mrs. Grady Knight and family have moved into this community. They moved into the house vacated by Mr. and Mrs. Willie Eaker who moved to Arkansas. Gravel Hill Community: Mrs. J.B. Huggins has been on our sick list for a few days. Mrs. Mary Ann Armstrong is seriously ill. Mrs. Lex Armstrong, Mrs. W.O. Armstrong, Mrs. Myrtle Armstrong, Mrs. George Mullins, Mrs. Ruth Bowen and Mrs. Roy Huggins attended the funeral of Mrs. Mary Ann Armstrong at New Hope Saturday afternoon. Miss Cassie Mar Armstrong was honored with a bridal shower in the basement of the Baptist church. Rev. W.E. Baily and Miss Cassie Mae Armstrong were married Monday evening at the Gravel Hill Baptist Church. Buena Vista Community: We are having some rain, sleet and snow. It makes everybody feel blue. Health is very good at this writing. Everybody was shocked last Sunday when they learned that the New Salem Church was badly wrecked by the wind storm Saturday night. Outdoors in Tennessee tells how to catch a rabbit without a gun: “All the hunter has to go is to start walking in circles around the bunny. After a lap or two the bunny will start turning too. Then, just look it right in the eye and continue walking in circles of decreasing distances. Finally, the bunny will remain motionless as you circle right up. Then, unless you’re too dizzy from the gyrations to stand, it can be picked up. Home Demonstration Members who attended every meeting during 1950 were honored guests at a banquet at Shaw’s Restaurant in Shiloh. Those eligible to attend: Mrs. W.C. Hanna, Mrs. Carl Wilson, Mrs. E.C. Causey, Mrs. Ernest Mitchell and Mrs. Jehugh Henley of Mt. Gilead; Mrs. Garvin Pittman, Mrs. Harry Helton and Mrs. Eber Henry of Acton; Mrs. Edwin Meeks of Mt. Zion; Mrs. Tad Tacker and Mrs. Millard Ashe of Good Hope; Mrs. Cecil Cox and Mrs. Ethel Gilbert of Pleasant Grove; Mrs. A.W. Vires of Iola; Mrs. I.B. Dallas and Mrs. J.O. Landreth of Mud Creek; Mrs. Ruby Pounds, Mrs. Euthia Dancer, Mrs. Maye Chandler, Mrs. Loraine Pettigrew, Mrs. Lizzie Phillips and Mrs. Archie Raines of Stantonville; Mrs. Emma Gene Petty, Mrs. Myrtle Armstrong, Mrs. Gladys Huggins, Mrs. Arnie Huggins, Mrs. Allie B Honeycutt and Mrs. Ruby Jaggars of Gravel Hill. Land transfers for November: Harly Parmely and wife to Elmer Jackson 25 ac; W.R. Howell and wife to Ezra and Tildon Locke 7 ac; Harry Williams and wife to Dr. E.M. Smith lots; J.C. Hodges and wife to McNairy County Board of Education 2 ac; M.M. Patterson and wife to S.R. Hunter and wife 40 ac; R.L. Hughes and wife to J.W. Moore and wife 11 ac; F. Maness to R.R. Conaway & wife 231 ac. R.C. Center and wife to Mrs. V. Gary lots; Hester Evans to Everett Burks 2.5 ac; Della Blasingame and other to Pickwick Electric Coop 3.5 ac; J.D. Basham and wife to S.L. Higginbottom 20 ac; Buford Helton & wife to Freeman Humphrey & wife 9 ac; A.E. Kernodle and wife to E.D. Etheridge & wife, land; Joe Harris & wife to A.E. Kernodle & wife land; A.C. Forsythe & wife to A.E. Kernodle, land; Ocie Pettigrew and wife to James Pettigrew and wife, lot. Arnold B. Smith and wife to Z.B. Thompson and wife lot; H.H. Dodd and wife to Henry H. Dodd and wife 2 ac; Daniel Moore and wife to Jim Baldwin & wife 2 ac; Susie Hurst to McNairy County Board of Education 1 ac; T.A. McAnally to Fredna White 1 ac; Oscar Brown to W.A. King 296 ac; Mrs. Eva Brookover to Samuel H. Hurst 3 ac; W..A King to Arthur King land. A. Williams and others to R.A. Baxter, Jr. and wife, lot; McNairy County Board of Education to Sam Kerby, 2 ac; A.M. Hartman to Foy Patterson 40 ac; H.J. Naylor and wife to T.H. Edminston & wife 86 ac; J.C. Barnes to Grady Barnes 80 ac; Catherine Gregory to Willie D. Wyke 1 ac; Issey Faulkner and others to Guy Thompson 126 ac; Willie D. Wyke & wife to Cletus King 1 ac and to Milfred King 3/4 ac. Paton King and wife to J.T. Locke and wife land; H.C. Graves to W.F. Harwell & wife 23 ac; D. McCaskill (Trustee) to Arlie P. Robinson and wife land; John R. Sharp to Lewis R. Hamm 57 ½ ac; Albert Owens & wife to D.C. Hester & wife 118 ac; Windell Russom & wife to D.C. Hester & wife 35 ac; Miss Opal Shannon to H.S. Kinchen 21 ac; Mrs. Edna B. Smith to M.L. Jones land; Raymond Davis & wife to W.R. Rhodes land; Edith Donahoe Cassar to W.E. Donahoe & wife land; R.E. Horton & wife to W.R. Rhodes 46 ac; W.H. Jones and wife to W.B. Reeder, lot. Mrs. Alma Weaver Hayre, age 49, wife of Mr. W.H. Hayre, of Finger, died Dec 3, 1950. Funeral services was held at the Finger Christian Church, with burial in the Finger Cemetery. Mrs. Hayre was a member of the Church of Christ. Besides her husband, the deceased is survived by two sons, Billy Lee and Hayse Hayre; one daughter Netha M. Young of Memphis; parents Mr. and Mrs. L.A. Weaver of Finger; one brother Albert Weaver of Finger, and one sister Mrs. Mary Weaver Young of McKenzie. Billy Lee is in the army, stationed in Texas. Little James O’Neal Russom, age eight days, died on Monday, Dec 4, 1950. He is the son of Mr. and Mrs. James C. Russom. The family had charge of Funeral arrangements. Mrs. Mary Maness, age 60, died on November 29, 1950 following an attack of pneumonia. Funeral services were held at the local funeral parlor and burial was in the Falcon Cemetery. Shackelford Funeral Directors were in charge. The deceased is survived by her husband, G.R. Maness, two daughters, Mrs. Inez Hutcherson, Mrs. Louise Burns; and a brother Bliss Hair, all of Selmer and one sister, Mrs. Julia Caruthers of Leapwood. Pebble Hill Community: Mr. and Mrs. Earl Moore have moved to Mississippi. Mrs. Dora Whitaker is reported doing poorly. Old Cool Springs Community: Bro. Carter delivered a wonderful message here Sunday. All that would like to have a part in the Christmas program and name drawing be at Sunday School next Sunday. Mr. H.A. Barham had the misfortune of badly cutting his hand. R.I. Robinson, Pate Williams, Arthur Plunk, Junior King, Bill Hampton, and Robert Emberson met and cut wood for him. Miss Logan Lott had a stroke but is slowly improving. Miss Effie Mae Lott, daughter of O.H. Lott had a facial stroke. Mr. Roy O’Neal was hurt when his mule ran away with him. Mr. Snow made it look like Christmas when he paid us a visit on Thanksgiving night. Showing at the Ritz next week: Summer Stock - April Showers - Treasure Island - The Capture - Pioneer Marshal - Our Very Own. James Robinson, son of Mr. and Mrs. Wendell Robinson of Bethel Springs is the poster child for Jaggars Kiddie Shoppe. Selmer community: Mr. Claude Hester is improving after an operation. Rev. and Mrs. W.K. Gilmore and John R. Swaim Sr. visited in the home of J.E. Hodges and enjoyed a dinner, the main course being ‘possum ‘n’ taters’ prepared in traditional southern style. Hugh Kirkpatrick, Dr. T.N. Humphrey, James Hamilton, Vance Moore, Bill Smith and Guy Robinson enjoyed duck hunting on the Obion River. Billy Hugh Kirkpatrick, son of Sheriff and Mrs. Hugh Kirkpatrick is to wed Miss Jacqueline Ann Smith of Martin in mid December. Billy Hugh is the grandson of Mr. and Mrs. Henry Kirkpatrick and Mr. and Mrs. Ed Barham of Finger. A household shower in honor of Mr. and Mrs. Harold Roy Huggins was given in the home of Mrs. Gilbert Mullins of Chewalla. The Better English Club of Rose Creek met for its first meeting to elect officers: Pres - Dalton Russom, VP - Gay Weaver, Sec. Treas - Jo Doris Matlock, Reporter - Jessie Mae Wilson, program Committee - Mary Lee Whitten, Billy Joe Sanders, Marie Wilson. 69 members. Miss Rosemary Patrick, daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. J.A. Patrick is to be married to Noel Pershin Landreth, son of Mr. and Mrs. Odell Landreth of Adamsville. Miss Patrick is employed as dental assistant to Dr. T.R. Barr. Mr. Landreth has served three years in the US Army and is now employed with Pickwick Electric Coop. The Melody Etude Club's first meeting of the year was held at the First Methodist church Sept. 9. The program was presented by the students of Mrs. Annie Rea Oliver’s summer pupils. The club met with Brenda Kay Sibley in October with Donna and Anita Parker as co-hostesses. On Nov. 5, the club joined the Melody club in a Sacred concert at the First Methodist Church under the direction of Mrs. Dixie Ammons and Mrs. Olive. Helen Moore entertained the club on Nov 4 with Karen Hysmith and Linda Faye Hurely assisting. The program was built on folk music. The December meeting will be held at the home of Janice Grissom. She will be assisted by Alice Faye Maxwell, Sandra Thomas, Harold Null. The Fellowship Society of the Stantonville Methodist Church met Dec. 4 with 23 members present. They had their Christmas Tree in connection with a Tackey Party and potluck supper. Contest winners were Mrs. Dolphia McCullar, Hazel Whitaker and Miss Tenner Burks. In the judging of ‘tackiest,’ Mrs. Henry Smith was a scream and carried home the prize. The Selmer Women’s Christian Temperance Union met in the home of Mrs. Frank S. Perry in Nov. Assisting were Mesdames Irby Basinger, Herbert Lewis and .Allen Wooten. Mrs. Dave Robinson is the president. Mrs. Louisa Jane Campbell died Nov. 30, 1950 at her home near Bethel Springs, Tenn. Aunt Louisa was 87 years, 8 months and 24 days old. She passed away sudden, although she had been unable to walk for 11 months. She sat in her chair - never complaining, and always had a smile for everybody who went to see her. She would always say, ‘I’m all right, if I could just walk on my feet.’ Another favorite expression was, ‘Don’t worry about me, the Lord will take care of me. I’m ready to go when he says come on, I’m ready for you.’ Aunt Louisa was a member of the Cumberland Presbyterian Church at New Salem. She had been a member of that church for about 70 years and attended services as long as her health permitted her to go.. She was laid to rest in the New Salem Cemetery, Saturday, Dec 2 at 2:00 pm. She leaves to mourn her passing, one daughter, Mrs. Lillie King; son-in-law, Oscar King; and one sister Mrs. Martha Jenkins. Funeral services were conducted at the Olive Hill Baptist Church for William Arch Olive, age 55. Mr. Olive died Nov 27, 1950 of a heart attack. He had chopped wood until 4:00 o’clock. He had known about his heart condition for about 2 years and in the spring had been told by his physician to stay in bed. Mr. and Mrs. Olive had reared five daughters and three sons, one of whom was lost in the Armed Services in 1944. Two sons are of high school age, one is afflicted most severely with arthritis. Like so many gallant souls sacrificed on the altar of duty, Mr. Olive felt that he could not rest. However, his son Murray Newell had carried the burden of the home and farm chores for sometime. He was a deacon of the Olive Hill Baptist Church and a life long resident of the community in which he was born. Survivors include: his wide, Mrs. Susie Newell Olive; Murry Newell Olive, in school in Ramer; W.A. Olive, Jr.; Mrs. Willie Rowsey of Corinth; Mrs. Vance Baker of Memphis, Mrs. Howard Gurley of Memphis; Mrs. Rayford Jarnigan of Olive Hill; two sisters, Mrs. C.V. Leatherwood and Mrs. Virgie Huggins of Corinth and ten grandchildren. Volume 48 No 1. Wilbur Wright Editor and Publisher

Friday, December 15, 1950

Santa Claus to make pre-Christmas visit to Selmer Tuesday. He will arrive at the Courthouse around 5 pm. Correction: In the report of the honor roll last week, the name Larry Jordan was omitted in the 10 th grade. Two local students will graduate from Knoxville on Dec 20 th . Frank L. Donaldson of Adamsville, B. S. in Business and Arnold Hurst of Selmer, B. S. in Education. Mr. and Mrs. Wess Moore celebrated their 37 th wedding anniversary on Nov. 30. They were happy to have their ten children present. Those present: Mr. and Mrs. J.H. Moore, Paul, Carolyn, Jerry and Wayne; Grady Cox; Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Moore and Gene; Mr. and Mrs. Romas Hall; Mr. and Mrs. Odis Moore, Allen and Peggy; Mr. and Mrs. E.M. Jolly and Katherine Ann; Mr .and Mrs. Artle Goodrum, Donald and Jimmy; Mr. and Mrs. Thurman Moore and Phillips; Mr. and Mrs. Bill Price, Junior and Jeanette; Mr. and Mrs. Curtis Moore; Miss Betty Sue Moore; Mr. O.D. Hamlin. Gravel Hill Community: Mrs. Henry Latta is on the sick list. Rev. W.J. Hardwick filled his regular appointment at the Primitive Baptist Church. Stantonville Junior High Basketball girls have lost all four games this season and the boys are undefeated. Playing Hornsby the girls came out on the small end of a 20-28 score. Davis for Stantonville scored all the points. The boys won 33 to 14. Glidewell was high point man with 19 to his credit. Stantonville girls lost to Finger 37 to 30. Davis with 26 points was high scorer for Stantonville. Barber scored 19 points for Finger. The Stantonville boys out-fought and out-played the Finger team with a relatively small score for each team. Final score was 18 to 14 in favor of Stantonville. Mulder, of Stantonville had 7 points to his credit and Naylor, of Finger, also had seven points. Stantonville went back to Hornsby and the Hornsby lassies trounced the Stantonville girls 25 to 21. Davis scored 21 for Stantonville. The Stantonville boys laid on the Hornsby lads, this time 31 to 13. Mulder scored 14 points. Stantonville played Toone and the girls played their best game but the Toone girls were too good for them. Score 50 to 343 in favor of Toone. Davis scored 23 points. The Boys rolled over the Toone boys 53 to 13. Mulder was high scorer with 19 points. Selmer girls lost their 5 th game to Bolivar, score 26 to 18. Line up: Horner 7, Mitchell 4, Raines 7, McClain, Watson, Joplin. Subs: Wright, Plunk, Baker, Smith, Moore. The Selmer boys won their 6 th straight game against Bolivar, score 88 to 35. Line up: W. McClain 14, Bob Kirk 22, B. McClain 22, Hawkins 8, McCullar 8. Subs: Barron 2, L. Kirk 3, Moore 5, Thomas, Kinchen 4, Price, P. Kirk. Selmer played Southside of Memphis with a boys double header at Selmer. B team won 30 to 28. Line up: Wolfe, Tomas 5, Moore 7, Kinchen 8, P Kirk 4. Subs: McClain 6, L Kirk, Price, Wyatt, Jordan. The highlight of the B game was the fact that is was close all the way. The game ended in a tie and agreement made for one more field goal to end the tie. Pete Kirk let fly with a beauty within a few seconds, ending the game. Game a was a slam for the Selmer boys, 74 to 34. Line up: W. McClain 18, Bob Kirk 16, B. McClain 24, Hawkins 12, McCullar 3. Subs: Barron. Selmer played Michie with Michie lassies, with a long strong of wins behind them, easily overcame the Selmer lassies 52 to 22. Selmer line up: Horner 6, Mitchell 8, Raines 7, McClain, J. Watson, Joplin. Subs: Smith, Wright, Moore, Baker, S. Watson, King. Michie line up: Whitaker 17, Carroll 11, Price 20, Garrett, Briley, Fisher 2. Subs: Copeland 2, Qualls, Gooch, Howard, Moore. The Selmer boys won over Michie 81 to 38. Selmer line up: W. McLain 9, Bob Kirk 15, B. McClain 36, Hawkins 5, McCullar I. Subs: Barron 4, P. Kirk, Thomas, Kinchen, Moore 2, L. Kirk 2. Michie line up: Farris 11, Qualls 1, Dickey 5, Nunley 12, Smith 8. Subs Goff, Raines. Internal Revenue Service has advised household employees will have to pay social security tax. Each household employers is to advise IRS if they have a maid. The law applies to the wages of a household employee who is paid $50 or more in a calendar quarter. Center Ridge Community: Mr. Ernest Moore moved in the house recently vacated by Mr. and Mrs. Clifford Isbell. Sgt. Talmadge Bodiford of the US Marines who has seen action in Korea during the current war, wrote the Independent about his resentment of President Truman’s statement about the Marines being a police force. This is his letter: “Dear Sir: I have been in Korea and Japan since September 1950. I wonder how many police in the USA are tired, cold hungry and worried about their wives at home. I am a native of McNairy County and a graduate of Ramer School. I have been in the Marines since 1943, and I have never been a police for the Navy or the Army. Would you please print this, so my friends will know I am fighting for peace and the American heritage that we all take for granted. Signed Sgt. Talmadge Bodiford.” Showing at the Ritz next week: Our Very Own - Triple Trouble - Return of The Frontiersman - Buck Privates - Borrowed Trouble - The Happy Years. Rose Creek Community: Mr. and Mrs. L.C. Whitten of Selmer have moved back into our community. Bethel Springs 4 - H Club met and elected officers: Pres - Jo Ann Barham, VP- Jo Ann Naylor, Sec - Elizabeth Ann Hall, song leaders - Carolyn Gage and Peggy Murray, Reporter - Rebecca Hopkins, Leader - Miss Edna Barham. Sulphur Springs Community: Everyone had a good time Friday night at the Box Supper and cake walk. We took in $71.87. All proceeds will go for the benefit of the school. Our basketball team will play Ramer Friday, if weather permits. (Apparently Sulphur springs did not have a gym and played basketball outside.) Taylor’s Store: Sgt. Montie Hunter is on furlough and visiting his parents Mr. and Mrs. S.L. Hunter. Cavit Cheshier, of Bethel Springs was honored for being an outstanding Ag student at U-T Martin. Stantonville Home Demonstration club met in the home of Mrs. Maye Chandler with 23 present and two visitors, Mrs. Fisher from Chamber Community and Mrs. Hazel Whitaker. Also Miss Rosemary Patrick from Selmer. Mrs. Mary Nell Plunk gave the devotional. Mrs. Maxine Carroll read ‘The Night Before Christmas.’ Mrs. Mary Nell Plunk and Rosemary Patrick sang ‘Joy To The World.’ Next meeting will be with Mrs. Della Smith. Bowman’s Store Community: Health is not good in this community at this writing. Mrs. Joe Kerby is sick. Mr. and Mrs. Jim Crowe are moving from our community to Middleton. Eddie McDaniel, son of Mr. and Mrs. E McDaniel of Stantonville is the poster child for Jaggars Kiddie Shoppe. Selmer Community: Students home this weekend: Jimmie Weatherford and Jack Lewis. Mrs. W.H .Alexander is reported to be sick. Under the direction of Mrs. George O. Miller and Mrs. Thomas Ellis, the Harmony Music Club has been organized. New officers: Pres. - Emma Lee Rinehart, VP - Rodney Bassham, Sec - Martha Ann Wright, Treas - Wilma Higginbottom, Sgt. at Arms - Joe Gilbert Hamilton. Other members are: Anita Moore, Mary Sue Godfrey, James Nelson Osburn, Phyllis Bogan, Betty Jane Ricketts, Mary Elizabeth McCullar, Mary Lois Dickey and Linnie Lee Kiser. Next meeting will be in the home of Tommye Nell Sipes. The younger students of Mrs. Tom Ellis and Mrs. George Miller met to organize the B-Sharp Music club. Officers: Pres - Carolyn Hurst, VP - Ruth Neal Humphrey, Sec - Barbara Robertson, Teas - Beatrice Ann Campion, Reporter - Paula Jones, Sgt. at Arms - Wayne Smith, Program Committee - Ruth Neal Humphrey, Edda Jo Kinchen, Linda Sue McCullar. Hostesses for this season’s meetings of the Junior Etude Music club were: Judy Hamilton, Lola Bess Bassinger, Nancy Crabtree, Marjorie and Virginia Steadman, Betty Jane Robertson, Martha Jane Smith and Ann Phillips. J.P. Roland of Henderson, Tenn. celebrated his 92 nd birthday Dec 12, 1950. His three daughters were with him for the occasion, also two of his granddaughters, Mrs. Fred Horn of Henderson and Mrs. J. R. Curtis of McNairy County. Also his youngest great-grandchild, Mike Kerby of Selmer. Mr. Roland is the grandfather of Prince and Wayne Kerby, formerly of this county. His surprise cake was presented by his friends, Mrs. Floyd Vestal, Mrs. Will Braly and Miss Rebecca Harris. In a candlelight ceremony on Dec. 4, 1950 Miss Cassie Mae Armstrong of the Gravel Hill community became the bride of Rev. W.E. Baily, the pastor of Gravel Hill Baptist Church. The bride is the daughter of Mrs. J.A. Armstrong and the late Mr. Armstrong. The bride was given in marriage by her brother Kenneth Armstrong. Her sister, Mrs. J.M. Newman served as matron of honor. Nuptial music was rendered by Mrs. S.R. Chambers, pianist, and Mrs. Z.B. Thompson, vocalist. The bride is a graduate of Ramer High School and attended Memphis State College. He has been employed by the Public Welfare Dept for five years. The couple will live in the pastorium at Gravel Hill. Mary Ann (Forsythe) Armstrong passed away Nov 20, 1950 after an illness of three days. She was 92 years, five months and 22 days old. She united with the Methodist church at an early age and was a faithful member as long as health permitted. Her husband preceded her in death 18 years ago. She is survived by three daughters, Mrs. Lula Graham of Memphis, Mrs. Minnie South of Guys, and Mrs. Agnes Bazely of Mobile, Ala. Three grandchildren and three great grand children, several nieces and nephews. Funeral services were held at New Hope Methodist church, Friday, Dec. 1, 1950 at 2 pm by the pastor Rev. Livingston and assisted by Rev. J.E. Bolding. Burial was in the New Hope Cemetery. Her grandsons and great-grandson served as pall bearers. Shackelford Funeral Directors in charge. Volume 48 No 2. Wilbur Wright, editor and publisher

December 22, 1950

School will close Dec 22 for the holiday and reopen doors on January 1, 1951. The Good Fellowship Club of the Bottoming Dept of Brown Shoe ‘F’, held their annual Christmas party at Shaw’s Café at Shiloh Park. 46 members and 2 guests were present. Opening address was given by Mr. Jim Hamm, president and prayer by Edward Mitchell. Mr. Clyde Lambert was Master of Ceremonies. A solo, ‘Silent Night,’ by Cloe Holland. The entire group sang ‘The Beautiful Star of Bethlehem.’ Scripture reading of the birth of Jesus by Mrs. Pearl Lipford. The ladies present gave a song, “O Come All Ye Faithful.’ William Wright gave a solo, ‘Maple On The Hill.’ Mr. James T. Carney led the entire group in “O Little Town of Bethlehem.’ Benediction by Mr. Troy Lipford. Selmer boys played Bolton High in Memphis. The first game ‘B’ team was lost 49 to 37. Lineup: Barron 2, L. Kirk 1, Kinchen 6, Thomas 8, P. Kirk. Subs: D. McClain 7, Wolf 3, Price, Dancer 3, Wyatt 3, Jordan 4. At the ‘A’ team game Selmer came out ahead 96 to 33. Lineup: W. McClain 27, Bob Kirk 15, B. McClain 25, Hawkins, McCullar 14. Subs: Barron 6, B. Kirk 6, L. Kirk 2. Selmer boys and girls traveled to Milan. Girls lost 46 to 26. Lineup: Horner, Mitchell 7, Raines 19, McClain, Wright, Joplin. Subs: Plunk, Moore, Baker, Smith. Boys won 74 to 56. Lineup: W. McClain 19, Bob Kirk 22, B. McClain 21, Hawkins 1, McCullar 8. Subs: Barron 2, D. McClain, L Kirk, Thomas, Moore 1. Old 16th Community: Mrs. Tellie Bullman has been confined to her bed. There will be a Christmas program and tree at the Hopewell church Saturday night. Mr. Harold Wayne Pickett is home from Detroit. Bowman’s Store Community: Mr. and Mrs. Elmo Warren observed their third wedding anniversary. Mrs. Joe Kerby has been called to the bedside of her father, Mr. Pink Roland. Sulphur Springs Community: We did not play Ramer Friday as planned for our team had to go to the health office for examination. We will play McNairy Wednesday at the Selmer gym. Mt. Gilead H. D. Club was held in the home of Mrs. J.E. Henley and Mrs. E.C. Causey. Mrs. Celeste Sparks gave an inspiring devotional from Luke 2. Mrs. Ernest Mitchell, Mrs. Carl Wilson and Mrs. W.R. Hanna have not missed a meeting this year. Christmas contests were held with Mrs. Guy Wade Ray and Mrs. Carl Wilson winners. Mount Zion Community: those sick in our community, Mrs. J.L. Henson, Larry Case and Barry Henson. There will be a Christmas Tree and special program at Union Grove church Saturday night. Don’t let Santa be a fireman! Keep Christmas merry by preventing fire in your home. Never use candles to decorate a Christmas tree. See that lighting sets and cords are in good condition. Never use cotton or other flammable decorations on the tree. Place tree in the coolest place in the room, not by heaters or fireplaces. Ramer Community: Students home for the holidays in our community: Helen and Carman Gibson, Harvey King, Dorothy Vaughn, Bunk Vaughn, Betty Hamm, Evelyn Hadden, Anita Sue Smith and Evelyn Hamm. James Clay Shelton is still sick but expecting a visit from jolly old St. Nick. The Ramer Cumberland Presbyterian Church presented a Christmas play Sunday night. The Mt. Vernon C P Church will present one next Sunday night. Stantonville Community: Little Miss Betty Lou White is home from school for the holidays. Ray Vaughn Jr. is home on furlough. 4-H Achievement Day Program with awards held at the Ritz theater. 4-H event topics were given by the following club members: Jo Page Varnell, Bruce Hamm of Adamsville, Elizabeth Fieldman of Acton; Rayburn Nixon of Rose Creek; Bo Higginbottom of Selmer; Betty Jane Smith of Stantonville. Rayburn Nixon won a bicycle as winner of the county corn contest, awarded by Western Auto Store. Lynwood Moore won a bicycle as winner of the county cotton contest, awarded by Selmer Service Station. Other awards: Food Preparation: Betty Jane Smith of Stantonville. Food Preservation: 1 - Delores Davis, Stantonville and 2 - Laura Irwin, Stantonville. Frozen Foods, Lael Barber of Finger. Gardening: 1 - Jo Ann Barham 2 - Clara Joyce McNeil both of Bethel Spr. Handicraft 1- Juanita Burks, Selmer 2 Bobby Ann Burgess, Bethel Spr. Best Records: 1 - Patricia Nunley, Selmer 2 - Sharon Clayton, Finger 3 - Janet Smith, Stantonville. Achievement 1 - Anna K. Dickson, Bethel Spr 2 - Joyce Mitchell, Selmer 3 - Joyce Raines, Selmer. Home Service: Dottie Jean Cox, Rose Creek. Irish Potatoes: Wilbur Campbell, Stantonville. Sweet Potatoes: Scott Plunk, Bethel Spr. Cotton 1 - Lynwood Moore, Rose Creek 2 - Billy Hester, Selmer. Corn 1 - Rayburn Nixon, Rose Creek 2 - Dennis Gene Henson, Rose Creek. Swine 1 - Bo Higginbottom, Selmer 2 - John Ernest McGee, Selmer, 3 - Bobby Mitchell, Selmer. Poultry: 1 - Jessie Mae Wilson, Rose Creek; 2 - Frances Ann Wilson, Rose Creek, 3 - Paul Dean Dancer, Stantonville 4 - Ruliford McNeil, Bethel Spr. Achievement: 1 - Larry Wayne Raines, Stantonville, 2 - Bo Higginbottom, Selmer, 3 - Leon Smith, Finger, 4 - Charles Raines, Selmer. Pebble Hill community: Mr. Dave Fisher has returned to a Memphis hospital for a checkup. Gerry Kiddy carried a bus load of West Shiloh people to Gravel hill last Tuesday night. Mr. and Mrs. Junior Baker lost their home and part of their furniture to a fire last week. Rose Creek Community: Mr. and Mrs. Slater Whitten have from Center Ridge to our community. Showing at the Ritz next week: The Happy Years - Man On The Eiffel Tower - Mister 880 - I Shot Jesse James - Arizona Cowboy - Saddle Tramp. Margaret Browder, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Oren Browder is the poster girl for Jaggars Kiddie Shoppe. Mr. and Mrs. J.C. Houston of Selmer quietly celebrated their 50 th wedding anniversary last week. Ned King believes that 13 is a lucky number. Last week 13 of his friends met at his home for Bible Study and prayer. At the end of visit, each guest gave Ned a Christmas card and an offering and wished for his father and sister a Merry Christmas. The 13 guests were: Mr. and Mrs. Howard Moore, Mrs. Will Perry, Mr. and Mrs. Dennie McCaskill, Mr. and Mrs. H.S. Browder, L.R. Weatherford, Wayne Littlefield, Mr. and Mrs. Leon Blasingame and Mr. and Mrs. B.Y. Howell. Ned King is paralyzed, as a result of an automobile accident suffered many years ago. A wedding of interest: Margie Fisher of Michie to Garvin Chandler of Stantonville. Louise Fisher, cousin of the bride was bridesmaid and Thomas Killingsworth was best man. Margie is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Cecil Fisher and is senior at Michie High School. Mr. Chandler is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Carl Chandler and a graduate of Selmer High School. Argonaut Book Club met in the home of Mrs. Arthur Olive with Mrs. Maggie Wooten co-hostess. Christmas music was played by Mrs. Irby Basinger and Donna Jean Parker. Mrs. Addie Browder told the Christmas story. A Christmas contest was held and the winners were Mrs. J.L. McReynolds and Mrs. Herman Wallace. Announcement is made of the marriage of Norma Jean Kiser, daughter of Mrs. Dora Kiser of Selmer to Jimmie McClellon, son of Mrs. Maude Williams of New Albany, Miss. The Vota Vita Class of First Baptist Church had a lovely Christmas meeting in the home of Mrs. J.E. Henley with Mrs. Carl Causey as co-hostess. Mrs. Wayne Littlefield presented the devotional and Mrs. Forrest Williams rendered several musical selections, also keeping with Christmas. Gift presentations were made to Mrs. Loraine McKenzie, Mrs. R. Haynes and Mrs. Leslie Houston. Some college students home for the holidays were Emmett Lunceford, Jo Ann Barr, and Elmo Cox. Mr. and Mrs. Hugh Kirkpatrick went to Martin to attend the wedding of their son Billy Hugh to Miss Jacqueline Smith. Little Pat Lee and Otway Yates are on the sick list. Heywood Broun once said, ‘Christmas is not a date. It is a state of mind.’ Acton 4 -H club met and elected a vice president Aaron Farris, Secretary, Alice White Hurst and Minnie Ruth Wilbanks as reporter. A short play by Nila, Magduline, Ralph and Travis. Letters to Santa: Brenda Henson wants a doll with a suitcase and remember her little brother Barry. Miles Henry says he hasn’t been too good this year but wants Santa to come see all the boys and girls in his neighborhood. Letter from Robert Lewis and Don Plunk: ‘We are two little boys. I am 8 years old and go to school at Finger. Santa will you please bring me some kind of a toy. I wanted a bicycle, but mother said I wouldn’t get it because the boll weevils were too bad. Do you have boll weevils at the North Pole? If you do, just bring me what you can. Don is my little brother. He is age 5 and has been a good little boy. He wants a little red wagon. He plays with my baby sister Lila Maw and she wants a baby doll that cries. Don’t forget my sister, Carolyn, who is 12 year old and wants a Bible or bill fold. Love, Robert Lewis. Acie A. Flowers is glad to write Santa again this year. He is 10 years old and goes to Rose Creek School He wants a cap pistol and football. Joe Frank Mitchell wants a metal drum, a tool chest, billfold and holster set and remember little sister Sue who wants a toy telephone. Jerry Isbell is age 3 and wants a wagon. Wanda Jane Meeks wants a cow girl suit. Mary Nell Wilson, age 9, wants a lead pencil and a pair of gloves, her brother Paul wants a ball and flashlight. Martha Carolyn Gage, age 10, wants a real watch and head scarf. Brother Roney wants a train. Farris Park Holmes has been a good boy. He wants a Lash Larue guns and whip. Robert Neal Head goes to school at Sulphur Springs and wants a train and a teddy bear for his little sister. Larry Dunaway is 9 years old and is hoping Santa will remember him and bring a surprise. He would like a lectric train. Jack Junior Brown wants a dump truck or anything you bring me is ok. Sue Nell Hester wants a doll, drum, boots and a raincoat. Troy Everett has not missed a day of school and wants a coat, checkers, bingo and a box of colors. Venita Brice Smith wants a ‘new born baby doll.’ Paul Moore age 9, wants a bicycle and BB gun. Joe Dan Maness has been a good little boys. He wants two guns and skalbert, a wagon and beble car. From a boy that loves you. Linda Kay Browder, 8, wants a Toni doll and ring and basketball. Jerry Wesley Moore, 5, wants a wrecker, tractor and B B gun. Daphne Wilkerson, 5, says this is her 2 nd letter to Santa and she wants a doll with hair. Bobby Gene Thacker, 8, wants a bicycle or wagon. Joe Neal Hill, has not missed a day of school since he started. Mrs. Kate Hopper is his teacher and he loves her very much. He wants a wagon and cowboy boots. Reba Fay Hill, 10, wants a cowgirl suit, boots and a doll. Mary Ann McMahan wants a housecoat and house shoes and a basketball. Junior Wolfe wants a gun, scalbert, belt and cowboy hat. Carolyn Moore, 8, goes to Rose Creek School and wants a doll that crys. I.W. West wants a bicycle. Joy Ann Grantham would like a basketball, housecoat and house shoes. James Ira Tidwell, age 70, passed away at his home in the Clear Creek Community Dec 11, 1950. Funeral services were held at the Clear Creek Baptist Church. Mr. Tidwell was a member of this church. Burial was in the Clear Creek Cemetery. Shackelford Funeral Directors were in charge of the arrangements. Survivors include: his wife, Mrs. Ella Tidwell; three daughters, Mrs. W.P. Rich, Mrs. Enloe Browning and Mrs. Tommie Miller; four sons, Arville, John, James and Worley Tidwell. 18 grandchildren and one great- grandchild. Mr. Walter L. Wagoner, age 73, died at his home on Rt 2, Bethel Springs, on Dec 16, 1950. Funeral services, were held at the Bethesda Church on Sunday and burial in the cemetery there. Mr. Wagoner is survived by his wife, Mrs. Martha Wagoner; three daughters, Mrs. C.S. Rogers, Mrs. C.H. Brewer( third one not listed.) Four step daughters, Mrs. Onie Henson, Mrs. Ollie Arp, Mrs. Hattie Lawrence and Mrs. Odel Montgomery. Three step sons, Odell, Otis and L.B. Moore. George Donaldson, age 92, a resident of the Mud Creek community, died at a Memphis hospital on Dec 15, 1950. Funeral services were held at the Mud Creek Church on Saturday afternoon, Dec 16. Burial was in the Mud Creek Cemetery. Shackelford Funeral Directors were in charge of arrangements. Mr. Donaldson is survived by two sons, Aubrey Donaldson and Bill Donaldson. Four daughters: Miss Gladys Donaldson, Miss Nell Donaldson, Mrs. Geo Seaton and Mrs. Essie Gean and 13 grandchildren. Mr. John William Willis, age 76, died at Festus, Mo. on Dec 6, 1950. His remains were brought back to McNairy County for burial. Services were held at Union Grove Church with burial in the Pleasant Site Cemetery. Shackelford Funeral Directors were in charge of local arrangements. The deceased is survived by one son, Eber Willis; five daughters, Mrs. Myrtle white, Miss Denish Willis, Mrs. Winford Gillham, Melissa Willis and Miss Hattie Willis, 13 grandchildren and 3 great grandchildren. Christmas ads by Selmer businesses: McCoy’s Store; Sherman’s Store; Smith’s Variety Store; Huggins Drug Store; Latta Motor Co. & Latta Tractor & Implement; Roy Café with Mr. and Mrs. A.B. Dancer; Tower Service Station & Café. City Service Station; Thrasher’s Café & Service Station; Selmer Rexall Drugs; H.P. Lee Texaco Distributor; Selmer Hardware; Selmer Frozen Food Locker; Richard’s Jewelry. Guy Robinson; Estes’ Service Station; Hamilton Cleaners and Hamilton Barber Shop; Pickwick Electric Co-op; B Y Howell, County Judge; Farmer’s Supply Store. Western Auto Associate Store; Selmer Service Station; J.H .Bigger & Son; O.D. Wyatt Bargain Store & Barber Shop; Jopling Grocery and Feed Store; J.T. Burks, County Court Clerk. Shackelford Funeral Directors; D.T. Hamilton, Trustee; P.L. Tacker, Register; Browder and Littlefield; Ritz Theatre; Selmer Bank & Trust Co.; Cox Bros Grocery & Market; Jordan’s; Selmer Furniture & Appliance; J.E. Hodges & Son; Mrs. I.H. Brooks, McNairy County Farm Bureau; Sibley Chevrolet. Counce Motor Co.; Ty’s Flower Shop, Mr. and Mrs. Otis Bateman; Standard Lumber Co., Inc; Horner & Doss Hardware; Steel's Jewelry and Gift Shop; City Lumber & Hardware Co., Drewry’s Auto Parts; Hendrix Soda Fountain, T & C Furniture Company; Charles Lee; Thomas-Farris Pontiac Co.; The Vogue. 20 th Century Café; Farmer’s Supply; Sibley Chevrolet Co.; Moore’s Taxi; J.C. Taylor, County Supt. of Schools; Kirk’s Kafe; Jaggars Kiddie Shoppe; McNairy County Independent, Wilbur Wright, J.D. McDaniel, Ira Anderson, Ed Carroll; Tennessee Nation Farm Loan Association; U-Tote-Em Grocery Company; Amos Cleaners; S.E. Burks, Woodmen of the World; City Service Station; Kroger;