1901 The Calhoun News, Vol 1 #1

G. L. Martin, PublisherVol. 1 No. 1        
Pittsboro, Calhoun County, Mississippi, May 16, 1901       
FIFTY CENTS THE YEAR. CASH..I

N MEMORY OF GRANDPA   On the morning of the 22nd of April, just as the busy world had entered on the errands of another day, the soul of grandpa J. C. Martin was ushered into eternity.  For months he had laid upon the bed of affliction suffering the pangs of death, when at last the Death Angel summoned him to the higher land of eternal bliss. Grandpa was born in Henderson county, Tennessee, Dec. 1st 1832; professed religion when quite a youth; and was married to Miss N. E. Creekmore January 10, 1855. He lived a life devoted to christianity, ever revering the Great Master. His life is worth of imitation.

When war broke out between the States, he was at his country's service, and served with the valor of our forefathers. Another true and tried Confederate veteran has crossed the mystic sea. Never shall we again on this mundane sphere have the privilege to clasp his hand in sweet commemoration of the days of yore or sit about the fireside and hear him tell of the happenings through his life. Yes, he is gone. He witnessed the scenes of Old Nature for many years, and in his trials lost sight of the Father.

"It is good to be a great man, but it is great to be a good man." He came as near fulfilling this truth as anyone we ever knew. He was kind in his household, a christian worker and an exemplary man in the true sense of the word. He will be missed in the neighborhood, and the chair about the family circle is vacant. Never shall we again here join with him in hearty mirth, for he has passed over the River.

He leaves several children, many grand children, one brother and two sisters, besides a host of friends to mourn his demise.
Requiseal in pace.

GRANDCHILDREN

The NEWS will tell all the news only 50 cents a year.  First Class Job Work.  Office Down Stairs in Jail.

Miscellaneous Items:J. M. Arnold,  H. H. Creekmore.                         

ARNOLD & CREEKMORE, Lawyers
Will practice in all courts of Calhoun and adjoining counties

HILL & SISSON, Winona                                       

 J. J. ADAMS, Pittsboro

HILL, SISSON & ADAMS, Lawers [Lawyers]Will practice in all courts.  Prompt attention to all business.

Dr. Johnson and Mr. J. F. Davis, of Banner, were visitors in town Monday.

Dr. Creekmore is still doing well. We sincely [sincerely] hope he will soon be his usual self.
Private M. P. Burke, our efficient constable, was in to see us Monday and rendered us some valuable service.

Messrs. Babe Ryan and E. R. Creekmore have been trying their hand carpentering this week.

We are stationed downstairs in the jail; though we do not consider ourselves a jail bird just yet.

Mrs. J. C. Martin, of Coles Creek, visited relatives here last week. She was pleased to see Dr. Creekmore better.

Miss Lillie Spencer began Monday teaching school at the college. Miss Lillie is one of Calhoun's best lady teachers, and we hope the school will be patronized largely.

The following are the names of those from Calhoun who attended the Southern Baptist Convention at New Orleans' A. A. Bruner, G.W. Riley, J.L. Roane, J.F. McKibben, S.E. Wallace, J.A. Killingsworth.

There was a railroad wreck on the I.C. Road Monday and one the day following. Two men lost their lives. The ministers from this county, who attended the Convention; experienced the collision, but came out unhurt.

Mr. J. W. Bryant, on of Calhoun's progressive farmers and stock raisers, passed through Saturday with a drove of fine young mules. These are home raised stock and show what Calhoun is second to none when it comes to stock raising.

Mrs. D. W. Johnson is better at this writing.

Miss Maggie White, who has been visiting relatives here for some time, returned to her home at Houston Sunday. She was accompanied by her sister, Mrs. Bennett, who will spend a few days with parents.

Mr. Ernest W. Beadles, of Big Creek, called to see us last week. For the past 8 months, he has been in the West. He is engaged now in the peaceful pursuit of farming. Ernest is a bright young man and his visits are pleasant.

A difficulty took place a few miles south of Houston recently which resulted in the killing of Aldren by McCay. The murderer gave up to the authorities was tried and turned loose.
That good-looking fellow, Mr. Billie Cofer was in town last week. He is now actively engaged using his tongue, selling books and traveling. Bill is a hustler and we wish him success.

Attys. Arnold, Creekmore and Adams are attending court at Walthall this week.

Mr. Bud Taylor, who is attending school at Nettleton, called to see us Monday.

The items from Dentontown and Coles Creek are somewhat old, on account of our delay in getting out the paper.  We thank the brilliant correspondents for being on time for the first issue.

DENTONTOWN

Farmers have begun to work out their crops.

Preaching at Bethel Saturday and Sunday.

Some of our people attended the unveiling services at Bellefontaine Sunday.

There is much talk here of attending the Reunion.

There is a certain young gentleman of Sabougla who will henceforth regard a dogwood blossom as an evil omen.

There was a musical entertainment at B. A. Ligon's Saturday eve.

We have a flourishing Sunday School at this place now.

We hope after the president passes through our state to have some warmer weather.

Now, we suppose on making our debut into literature we have better some form to our salutatory before we begin to flirt with the fair minion of fame.  It is not our intent to attempt the rugged heights of renown but to glean the stray bits of news that are flying in our town and submit them to the readers of this paper.    

LOEX COLES CREEK

Oh! Such beautiful weather we are having especially the nights.

Crops are in a very good condition.  A good deal of corn and cotton had to be replanted. Although most farmers are up with their work. We have been greatly blessed with good weather for farming this spring.  Millers are having a rest spell and will continue for sometime. The reason corn is scarce.

Great many around here have been fishing this last week.  Lots of fish (more or less) were caught.

Mr. and Mrs. Charles ?. Provine of Grenada were in our vicinity last week visiting friends and relatives.

There was preaching At Nebo Sunday by Rev. McKibben of near Air Mount. They reported quite a pleasant time.

We had quite a nice crowd at Sunday School Sunday afternoon.

Mr. and Mrs. Willingham of Williamsville were visitors of Mrs. N. E. Martin's last wee. May, 6, 1901.

Master Louis Bene? visited at Williamsville Saturday and Sunday.  

JOHNIE

1901-1902 Miscellaneous Webster County Newspaper Articles

Concerning Calhoun County Residents

Excerpts:

October 4, 1901 - Walthall Warden
Sister Jennie Spencer born November 21, 1866 near Slate Springs. Only daughter of Reverend T. H. Wilson. Her mother preceded her to the glory world about 2 years ago. Joined Bethany Baptist Church in Summer of 1879 and was baptized by her father. Married J. W. Spencer on October 7, 1880. Had 6 girls and 4 boys, the youngest was 11 days old when she died on August 31, 1901. She had been sick for 5 weeks.

November 15, 1901 - Walthall Warden
Surveyor's Notice: I will survey for the people of Calhoun and Webster counties, western 1/2 of Chickasaw, west 1/2 of Clay, North 1/2 of Oktibbeha and southeastern part of Grenada. I have field notes for above territories. Terms $5.00 per day. Address: J. P. Mathis, Bentley, Calhoun Co. Miss.

November 15, 1901 - Walthall Warden
Reverend Wm. Cooke and wife of Sabougla were guests of Honorable Sam Cooke Monday night.

November 22, 1901 - - Walthall Warden
Alice Adams fell asleep in Jesus at her home at Pittsborough, Calhoun County on 13 day of September 1901 in her 10th year. Laid to rest at North Union Cemetery at Bellefontaine.

January 3, 1902 - Walthall Warden
Married Sunday December 23, 1901 at the residence of the bride's father, Mr. H. H. Holland in Walthall, Miss. Miss Nona Holland to Mr. G. C. Mabry.
Married at the residence of the bride's father in city of Slate Springs, Mr. William Young to Miss Minnie Pryor.

February 14, 1902 - Walthall Warden
Died at his home near Sabougla on Tuesday morning, Reverend Wm. Cooke, an able and useful member of the Baptist Church {cancer of the stomach}.
July 3, 1902 - Walthall Warden
At his home near Slate Springs, Mr. Wm. Yarbrough passed June 24th, all family married but 1 son.

July 17, 1902 - Walthall Warden
Mr. Frank Holland and daughter, Miss Maud of Maben visited Mr. H. H. Holland while on way to Dr. C. K. Holland (near Sabougla) where she will remain a few weeks.