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The Banner, Thursday, 28 July 1892 (Ozark, AL)

Mr. E.A Turner and wife, of Atlanta, are visiting Rev. R. Deal, Mrs.
Turner's father.

G. H. Thomas, candidate for circuit clerk, desires us to state to the
citizens of Dale that a protracted spell of illness has prevented him from
attending the different meetings held in different portions of the county.
He says he very much regrets that he was unable to meet the voters and
discuss the issues of the day.

W. A. Hill, recently depot agent and operator at Pinckard on the Midland,
has accepted a similar position with the Central railroad at Ozark.

At the solicitation of my friends, I announce myself as a candidate for
Constable for Beat 1.  H. H. Brown

Yielding to the solicitation of my friends, I announce myself a candidate
for Magistrate.  I believe in the doctrine of equal rights to all and
special favors to none in the administration of the government.  Vote as
your conscience dictates, and I shall be satisfied with what you do.  E. M.
C. Dowling

Thanking you for your support, which has elected me to the office of Justice
of the Peace for twenty-four years, and being a candidate for re-election, I
again solicit your support, which will be appreciated by Yours, to serve. W.
P. Windham

 

The Banner, 21 July 1892 (Ozark, AL)

Mr. Daniel Swanner, formerly of the Geneva Records, paid Ozark a visit on
yesterday.

Misses Emily and Willie Haygood from Troy passed through Ozark yesterday on
their way to visit Mrs. Daniel Swanner of Geneva.

Mrs. Wilson and daughter and Miss Ida Tart of Spring Hill, and Miss Lydia
Pickett of Louisville are visiting the family of Z. H. Graves this week.

That nice gentleman, E. R. Jordan has tin-roofed and soldered Pippin's new
store on the south side of the square.  If we had a job of roofing to be
done, we'd get Jordan to do it, for then we should fell that it was properly
done.

A mass meeting at Benefield Schoolhouse on July 16th was called to order by
G. J. Conant.  C. P. Branan was elected chairman and S. R. Branan secretary.

A mass meeting held on the 16th inst ad Edmond & Echols' mill was called to
order by L. P. Powell.  On motion W. I. Thompson was elected chairman and G.
B. Langford, secretary.  J. E. Griffith, W. M. Snellgrove, W. H. McDaniel,
and J. G. Cotton were appointed committee on resolutions.

In pursance to a call made by the chairman, the Democratic executive
committee of Dale county met in Ozark on July 13th, with the following
members present:  L.M. Edwards, A. M. Hudgens, J. W. Mathison, W. L. Echols,
J. I. Covington, S. C. Windham, D. J. Killingsworth, L. W. Kolb, and W. A.
Lewis.

Unclaimed letters remaining in the postoffice at Ozark, July 9, 1892:
William Baker, Mrs. Emily Fryar, Dave Bell, Henry Matthews, Olin Copeland,
Augustus Mims, Miss J. P. Dalling

The Banner, 30 June 1892 (Ozark, AL)

J. E. Land Publishing Company vs. the city of Eufaula has been decided in
favor of the defendant.

Two cottages belonging to Dub McRea on Livingston Street, Eufaula, were
destroyed by fire.

At a special meeting of E.B. Young Fire Company of Eufaula, held on Friday
night, the following officers were elected to serve for the ensuing year:
E. B. Young, president; O.H. Peacock, vice-president; M. S. Roberts,
foreman; M. M. Bray, secretary; George B. Davis, treasurer; C. P. Roberts;
foreman of hose; H. H. Parker, assistant foreman of hose; Frank White,
engineer.

The Banner, Thursday, 6 October 1892 (Ozark, AL)

Col J. F. TATE will attend the meeting of Dale county alliance at Haw Ridge
today and tomorrow.

Burill BLACKMAN, while in Ozark on last Tuesday morning, lost a ten dollar
bill.  Mr. BLACKMAN is an afflicted cripple.

J. W. MCDONALD has purchased the interest of DICK and WILEY in the
restaurant in the rear of Tom KEMP'S store, and will pleased to serve
customers with the best the market affords at the most reasonable rates.

N. R. PHILLIPS, tax collector for Dale county, will make his first rounds.

Perry MOORE, dealer in general merchandise at Dothan has sold out his stock
to the bank of Dothan.

M. S. JONES is the place to buy Groceries, and have them delivered free.

On Sept 28, 1892, Mr. Chas. E. BUCKHALT was married to Miss Mary BYRD at the
residence of the bride's parents in Daleville, Rev. R. DEAL officiating.

I hereby give notice to all persons that W. E. DILLARD is no longer my
authorized agent to transact any business for me, or in my name whatsoever.
Wilson DESHAZO

Messrs. J. B. BYRD and C. A. STOKES occupy Dr. HOLMAN's old stand where they
conduct a wholesale and retail grocery business; and being young men of
energy, liberality, and capability, they ask a share of the public
patronage.

Notice:
To all parties who are due me anything from the time that I opened up
business in my name, will come and settle at once; and if you don't I will
bring suit against you , and also all parties who are due Garner Bros. for
the year 1889.
Very respectfully,
Jasper GARNER, Ozark, Sept 26

Notice:
I have in my hands for collection all of H. Z. PARKER's accounts, notes and
mortgages, with instruction to sue all parties with whom I cannot procure
prompt settlement.  Those indebted to him will please come at once and
settle.  My office is now in the courthouse.  In my absence Mr. J. W.
CORBITT will wait on you.  This is intended for every one who owes Mr.
PARKER.  No exceptions in favor of anyone.


The Banner, Thursday, June 9, 1892 (Ozark, AL)

Miss HILLIARD of Troy paid Ozark a short visit last week.

F. J. MILLIGAN, Esq. of Geneva was in Ozark during the week.

Miss DANIELS from White Oak, is visiting the family of G. W. CARTER, Sr.

Miss Callie MACSOLOMON, one of Sheffield's prettiest young ladies, is
visiting Miss Bennie GRIFFIN.

The funeral of the infant child of Mr. and Mrs. J. L. AVERY took place
Monday afternoon.

Mr. H.H. (?) GOFF can be found at the White Elephant Saloon, and would be
glad to have his friends and customers call and see him when they come into
town.

The concert of the Ozark High School - Profs. SIMMONS and BENSON, principals
- under the supintendance and direction of Miss Loura WILLIAMS, will take
place this evening and tomorrow evening, commencing at 8 o'clock.

Unclaimed letters remaining in the postoffice at Ozark, June 4th, 1892:
E. D. AULSTON, Philip BRUCE, L. Y. DOWLING, W. H. DYKES, J. E. ELLIS, I. N.
FITZPATRICK (2), Mrs. M. M. JACKSON, F. L. PARISH, J. W. PHILLIPS


The Banner, Thursday, September 1, 1892 (Ozark, AL)

H. H. BLACKMAN, Esq. was last Sunday unanimously reelected superintendent of
the Baptist Sabbath school.

Elder P. L. MOSELY was again called to the pastoral charge of the Ozark
Baptist church, at the meeting of the brethren held last Sunday at the
conclusion of the morning services.

A communication from Mr. Homer N. SNEED of Brundidge was received too late
for this weeks' Banner.

W. H. KEMP closed his school at Barnes X Roads on the 15th inst.,  the
occasion being one of pleasure and profit.  Mr. J. W. MATHISON delivered an
interesting address.  Mr. KEMP was reelected teacher for the ensuing term,
which will commence during the latter part of October.


A People's party club was organized with thirty-four members.  T. J. DAWSEY
was elected president; J. M. KIRKLAND vice president; C. HAM recording and
corresponding secretary.  The meeting was then adjourned.
The Banner, Thursday, June 30, 1892 (Ozark, AL)

Mr. Oscar STALLINGS killed a catamount on Tuesday night, in Hurricane creek
swamp, 4 miles south of town.

Marion J. DOWLING, son of Wesley DOWLING of Dale county, died near Kinzey on
Sunday, June 18.

Tom, the son of our townsman, T. H. BEAUCHAMP, is convalescing and his
physician at Jacksonville, Fla. writes that he is hopeful of his speedy
recovery.

Rev. Jas. WALLER of East Lake closed his successful two weeks' meeting at
the Baptist church last Sunday.

At a regular meeting of the Echo lodge, No 349 A. F. & A. M., held June 11th
1892, the following officers were elected for the ensuing Masonic year:  W.
H. STUCKEY, W.M., W. A. WOODHAM, S. W., John L. HUNT, J. W., T. T. CAMPBELL,
Treasurer, T. C. MIMS, S. D., J. M. BOOTH, Wesley RILEY, chaplain, J. E.
BRANNAN and Joe RILEY, Stewards, Jeff THURMAN, tyler.  The lodge meets in
Masonic hall on the second and fourth Saturdays of each month.

We have two good schools in this community - one at Goodwater, under the
supervision of Mr. John PARISH, and the other at Oak Ridge, with R. J. ROSS
as teacher.

There is a considerable amount of sickness around here at present, and
consequently our young doctor, O. L. RIVENBARK, is kept quite busy.

Mr. James THOMLEY, who was a member of Springvale alliance, died last
Saturday of typhoid fever, and was buried Sunday following at Goodwater,
with Alliance honors.

Last Saturday Sprinvale alliance met in its hall at 9 o'clock a.m. and held
it regular meeting, after which the audience was entertained the remaining
part of the day with speeches by Messrs. W. W. MORRIS, A. M. HUDGENS, Thomas
GILLEY, and W. R. SIMS.  The speeches were received with great enthusiasm,
and the speakers high applauded.  of course, the topics discussed were the
Farmer's Alliance and the Reform movement.

Aunt Patsy BROOKS, wife of the late Col BROOKS, died on last Friday evening.
She was a very aged lady, and has been almost helpless for many years.  The
sorrowing family has the sympathy of the entire community.

Mrs. Mattie AVERY and family of Ozark have been the guests of Mrs. DIXON for
several days.

Miss Viola RHOADS and little brother of Greenville, are visiting their
grandmother, Mrs. MILLIGAN.

Brother T. H. JONES, pastor of the Methodist church at this place, preached
a most excellent sermon here Sunday to a very large and attentive
congregation. 

Mr. Sam WINDHAM, who has been attending school at Abbeville, and sister Miss
Della are visiting relatives in town.

Mrs. BARNARD of Headland is visiting her daughter, Mrs. L. D. SNELL.

M. S. DAVIE, M.D. Physician and Surgeon, Diseases of Women a specialty.
Office over Wm. GARNER's store.  leave calls at Cullen's drug store when the
Doctor is absent.  The Doctor is a regular graduate Jefferson Medical
College of Philadelphia since which time - now 23 years - he has been
continuously engaged in the practice of his profession.

Enterprise, Coffee County - Crops are good.  Mr. Jeff ANDERSON has the
finest.  Prof. BOWDEN is teaching at the Academy.  Mr. LAMBERT died of
rabies last Thursday night and was buried at the chapel Friday.  It was
awful.

Floyd alliance No. 1590, at a regular meeting held June 4th elected the
following year for the ensuing year:  I. N. WOODS, president, D. S. CAIN,
secretary, J. P. SNELL treasurer, T. G. LOFTIN, chaplain. John W. MATHISON,
lecturer, J. L. STRICKLAND, steward, W. G. OWENS doorkeeper, Hugh CONDREY
assistant doorkeeper, J. A. CARROLL, seargeant at arms, J. F. LEWIS, J. O.
GOODWIN, E. B. TURNER, executive committee, G. H. THOMAS, trustee
stockholder in the warehouse.

Judge PARKER and Sheriff BYRD have appointed the following inspectors and
returning officers for the August election:
Beat 1 - T. G. BLACKMAN, jr. R. N. ARD, G. W. GARNER, A. B. BYRD

Beat 2 - Saml C. CHALKER, W. I. B. SHOEFFER, George SEXTON, Morris TOWLES

Beat 2 - Geo W. HAYES, Daniel MARTIN, Phillip KING, Wm. GUNTER

Beat 3 - L. D. SNELL, S. M. ATKINSON, J. E. COX, W. W. AVERETT

Beat 4 - A. J. MORRIS, A. S. ADCOCK, N. J. ZORN, P. M. SIMS

Beat 5 - Green PATE, Thos E. SPELLER, John THOMAS, J. M. CUMBIA

Beat 6 - J. B. UNDERWOOD, W. C. COLLINS, S. E. HALLFORD, Robt MCCLUNG

Beat 7 - W. L. ECHOLS, Henry R. POWELL, J. D. PETERS, J. H. Hollan

Beat 7 - J. Mat WILLIAMS, A. J. BACHELOR, M. A. SMITH, J. C. BARNES

Beat 8 - F. B .DURR, Sidney JOHNSON, J.(?) M. BYRD, J. M. GILLEY

Beat 9 - P. H. PRESTON, M. J. WALDEN, J. S. BEVERETT, W. S. BURGESS

Beat 10 - B. J. LINDSAY, N. E. PEARCE, Dr. J. E. STOKES, T. A. DYKES

Beat 11 - Lewis LOFTIN, Dr. Jas REYNOLDS, S. S. DEESE, J. F. HARRELL

Beat 12 - Thos H. GLENN, Joseph WHALEY, J. J. BARNES, A. ALLUMS

Beat 12 - Harris WALL, W. F. SAMMONS, Henry JERNIGAN, Joe BARNES


Source:  The Banner, Thursday, November 10, 1892 (Ozark, AL)

To The Worshipful Master, Warden and Brethern of Echo Lodge, No. 345:

We, your committee, appointed by the Worshipful Master to offer resolutions
as a tribute of respect to the memory of brother James Alexander, deceased,
beg leave to submit the following:

Brother Alexander was born in South Carolina June 17th 1812, and died at his
home near Center Church, in Henry County, August 28th 1892, aged 80 years,
2 months and 11 days.  Brother Alexander was married to Miss Elizabeth J.
STOKES on January 10th, 1833, and to them were born five sons and four
daughters.  Three sons and two daughters preceded him to the spirit world.
He joined the M. E. Church, South, when quite young, of which he was a
devoted member.  he has filled various offices in the church, with honor to
the church and pleasure to himself.  He took great interest in the poor of
the church and the support of the ministry.  He practiced that charity which
does not end with fruition, but extends beyond the grave, through the
boundless realms of vast eternity.  Brother Alexander was one of the charter
members of Echo lodge F. & A. M., No. 345.  he was true to its principles,
regarding the whole human race as one family - the high and the low, the
rich and the poor - who  as created by one almighty Parent and inhabitants
of the same planet, are to aid, support and protect each other.   When
having faithfully discharged the great duties he owed to God, to his
neighbor and to himself, it pleased the Grand Master of the universe to send
His tile, Death, to summon him in to His presence, there to receive that
plaudit, "Well done, thou good and faithful servant; enter though into the
joys of thy Lord."

Whereas, A wise Providence has seen fit to take away from us our beloved
brother, whose death makes a vacancy in our Lodge that will long be felt;
and

Whereas, In his death the Lodge loses one of its strong supporters, the
community one of its best citizens, the family a faithful husband, a devoted
father, therefore, be it:

Resolved, 1st:  That while we deeply feel the loss of our beloved brother,
and while we realize how hard it will be to fill his placed in our Lodge,
church and community, we bow with submission to the will of Him who is too
wise to make mistakes, and too good to be unkind.

Resolved 2d.  That we will never forget the examples of his life, but pray
that they may serve as a guide to us through life, and that they may ever
prove a blessing which will always make his memory dear to us.

Resolved 3d.  That we tender our heartfelt sympathies to the bereaved
family, and will ever pray that the God whom he served may sustain then so
to live as that there may be a reunion of loved ones in the sweet by-and-by.

Resolved 4th.  That a copy of this report be spread upon the minutes a copy
sent to his family, and a copy the Banner and the Southern Star for
publication.

All of which is respectfully submitted.

T. T. CAMPBELL
T. C. MORRIS
Wm. M. MILLER
Committee


Source:  The Banner, June 30, 1892 (Ozark, AL)

Wednesday evening, the 22nd inst., at 8:30 p.m. marked an important epoch in
the life history of W. A. HILL and Miss Tee DOWLING.  'Twas then the twain
were made to realize the full meaning of the sentiment - 'two souls with but
a single thought, two hearts that beat as one".  At the hour designated, the
elite of Ozark assembled at the Methodist church to witness the nuptial
ceremony of this happy couple.  The chancel of the church had been elegantly
festooned and garlanded by Cupid's fair represenatives.  The altar was
transformed into a veritable Hymenial Arcadia and lover's rosy bower.  Into
this enchanting retreat marched, with queenly step, Miss Jimmie YARBROUGH,
who beguiled at the organ all earthly cares with the dulcet tones of
Mendelsohn's wedding march, as the bridal party filed up the aisle, and
while Rev. A. HOOD "tied the knot there's no untying."  The file march of
the lady and gentlemen attendants, separately, up opposite aisles, and the
cross march before the altar, was unique and exquisite.  The ceremony over,
the bridal party and invited guests repaired to the residence of the bride's
father and mother, Mr. and Mrs. E. M. C. DOWLING, to partake of a superb
wedding supper that had been tastefully and artistically spread for the
occasion.  After partaking of the elegant repast, the ladies and gentlemen
mingled in social converse in the parlors and through the halls.  The
witching tones of the organ, in aid of "sweet music and her sister, Song"
lent pleasure and enchantment to the occasion, and made all present feel
that "it was good and pleasant to be there."  The bride was the recipient of
many handsome and costly presents.  The Banner wafts congratulations to the
happy couple.  May they "bear one another's burdens and live long, lovingly
and prosperously!"

The Banner 1 December 1892 (Ozark, AL)

Next Sunday, Rev. A. HOOD, pastor of the M.E. Church, will deliver his last
sermon in Ozrk prior to his return to the annual conference.

Miss Riddick CARROLL, aged 76 years, sister of Mr. Willis CARROLL, was
stricken with paralysis about two weeks ago, and her recovery is despaired
of.

Mr. Wilson DESHAZO, aged 89 years, stepfather of Coroner Wm. E. DILLARD,
died at his home in Barbour county on the morning of Nov. 27th.  Mr. DESHAZO
was a veteran of the war of 1836.

The dead body of Oscar HOLLIS, of Wicksburgh, a young man who was pursuing
his studies in medicine at the Atlanta college, was brought home on the
train on Nov. 27th, he having died in Atlanta on the 26th.

Rev. T. H. JONES of the Newton circuit acceptably filled Rev. P. L. MOSELY's
appointment at the Baptist church last Sunday evening.

Unclaimed letters remaining in the post office at Ozark, Nov 26, 1892:
Mrs. Lucy CALDWELL, J. A. MCRAE, J. B. CORBITT, John PAYNE, M's Oeder
DOWLING, M'sD. RIVENBARK, Mrs. Mary DAVIS

Thansksgiving day was observed in Ozark by the closing of the bank and
postoffice.  In the evening services were held at the Baptist church, Revs
A. HOOD, P. L. MOSELY, and R. DEAL officiating, the congregation joining in
singing appropriate hymns, and each of the above named reverend gentlemen
delivering shor addresses upon the significance of the occasion and the
duties of the hour.

A happy wedding occurred at the residence of the bride's parents, near
Dalevilee, on Sunday morning, Nov 27th, the contracting parties being Mr.
Will METCALF, son of Mr. Fayette METCALF, and Miss Tempie POUNCEY, daughter
of Mr. Irvin POUNCEY.  Rev. Chas. PELLUM officiating.  After the ceremony at
the homestead, the bridal party attended Divine services at the Clayhatchie
church, upon the conclusion of which they, and a large crowd of invited
friends, returned to the residence, where a sumptuous dinner was discussed
amid joyful themes and social pleasures.  Miss Tempie is a beautiful young
lady of charming character, and the young gentleman of her choice has won a
jewel of grace and loveliness.  The Banner wishes much happiness and
prosperity may attend them.

Tom WATSON's defeat is not accepted by himself nor his friends.  He served
notice of contest on his opponent Mr. BLACK, and at a late mass meeting held
at Thomson, Mr. WATSON's home, a popular subscription fund was started to
raise $5000 to contest the election of BLACK.

The Banner, 1 December 1892 (Ozark, AL)

Politics and The Possession of a Letter Led To It

A special from Union Springs to the Advertiser, dated Nov. 23d says:  A
terrible tragedy occurred here this morning.  F. M. MOSELEY shot and
probably fatally wounded J. H. ELEY.  The trouble has been brewing for some
time.  About 10 o'clock ELEY approached MOSELEY and asked to have a talk.
MOSELEY replied that he did not wish to talk, and walked rapidly away.  ELEY
followed calling on him to stop, with conflicting reports as to the language
used.  MOSELEY fired three times in quick succession.  ELEY falling, MOSELEY
again walked rapidly away.  ELEY rose and pursued him with a brick and hit
him on the head with it.  MOSELEY fired again, ELEY clinched with MOSELEY
and threw him to the ground.  He had a knife at MOSELEY's throat and would
have killed him if parties had not caught the knife and pulled ELEY off.
ELEY was lately cashier and stockholder of the Bullock county bank.  He is
now a cotton buyer.  MOSELEY is a merchant in business with B. T. ELEY, a
brother of J. H. ELEY.

The Evening Journal states that the trouble between the two men grew out of
a letter which, it is alleged, was written to Mr. MOSELEY by Alto V. LEE,
during the candidacy of the latter for the Congressional nomination in
opposition to Hon. W. C. OATES, which letter was claimed, fell into Mr. J.
H. ELEY's hands and was by him sent to Mr. OATES, and which was used in the
contest for the solicitorship of the Third circuit in opposition to Mr.
LEE's candidacy for re-election as solicitor.  After the caucus last week
Mr. MOSELEY and Mr. ELEY had some conversation about this letter, Mr.
MOSELEY expressing doubt whether he had ever seen the letter or not.  The
tendency of the conversation at this time was heated, and but for the
intervention of a friend, it is believed a difficulty would have occurred
then.  Since that time the feeling between the parties has been intense, and
it was feared that trouble might occur at any time.  At 10 o'clock this
morning, Mr. ELEY was resting quietly and hopes for his recovery were
stronger than at any time since the shooting.

The Banner, 4 August 1892, (Ozark, AL)

Dr. J.C. LEE, a well known South Alabama physician died at Montgomery the
other day.

The Chattahoochee fire company of Eufaula has elected the following officers
to serve for the ensuing year:  R. H. WALKER, president; W. T. BERRY,
vice-president; E. J. BLACK foreman; T. J. RAMSER, secretary; Charles R.
ROSS, treasurer; J. D. HOLMES, foreman of hose; W. E. HOLLEMAN; assistant
foreman of hose; R. D. POWELL, steward

Camp Gracy, of the Confederate Veterans, gave a barbecue at Linden Friday.
It was estimated that two thousand people were present, and large number of
old soldiers.  The speakers for the occasion were Hon. Jas. T. JONES, of
Demopolis, commanding officer of Camp Gracy, Col. HODGSON of Mobile, and Col
SANFORD of Montgomery.  A sumptuous feast of good things was spread on the
long tables, and all were delighted with the day.  Old soldiers met and
talked of times that tried men's souls.  The next grand rally of Camp Gracy
will be at Birmingham.

The Banner, 14 July 1892 (Ozark, AL)

Letter to the Editor

Mr: Editor:

Will you permit an old Alabamian a small place in your paper?  I receive
your paper once every week, and appreciate it very highly.  I have been in
Texas six years; came here in 1886.  I like Texas, but I love Alabama.  I
was born there; my father, mother, and sister, with a great many relatives
and friends, sleep there in her bosom awaiting the resurrection morn.

We have a mountainous country here in this part.  We live almost midway
between the cities of  Mason and Llano.  Llano is, or has been, on a boom;
she has now a railroad; she had some splendid buildings, especially the
Algonza Hotel.  There is a mineral craze in this country.  Crops are pretty
good here, though needing rain.

Our crop of candidates is very large.  For governor there are three; in this
county for county judge, five; for sheriff, one; for tax assessor, five or
six, etc.  Politics are high; much discussion.  I see you have a
correspondent who signs his name W. J. HATCHER.  is he the W. J. H. who once
belonged to Company "C", 31st GA Reg., Lawton's Brigade, Confederate
Volunteers?

I belong to the Alliance, but I am not a third party man.  Jeffersonian
Democracy is good enough for me.

Hurrah for Alabama

B. T. MARSHALL,
Pontotoc, Texas, July 6th, 1892

The Banner 14 July 1892 (Ozark, AL)

L. W. CRUMPLER of Enterprise, Coffee county, appreciates the fact that
newspaper men like good things as well as other folks.  The Banner outfit
has been placed under obligation to him for a treat of nice peaches.

Misses May and Susie MALONE, Georgia BORLAND, and Pearl DEWITT, of Geneva,
are enjoying their summer vacation visiting friends and relatives in Ozark
and vicinity.  The Misses MALONE left Tuesday morning for Clio.  Misses
DEWITT and BORLAND will probably remain in Ozark during Conference.

EDWARDS & WHITE desire to inform the public that they have recently
purchased the entire stock of goods belonging to B. H. JENNINGS, and will
hereafter conduct the business at JENNING's old stand.

Elder G. I. THOMAS, a Primitive Baptist minister of Texas will preach as
follows:
Louisville, Tuesday, July 26
Antioch, Barbour county, Wednesday, July 27
Mt. Enon, Henry county, Thursday, July 28
Corinth, Barbour county, Friday July 29
Bethel, Barbour county, fifth Saturday and Sunday, July 30 and 31
Pleasant Grove (Ozark) Monday August 1
Pilgrim's Rest (Charlton), Tuesday, August 1

The brethern will meet him and convey him from place to place.

Unclaimed letters remaining in the post office at Ozark, July 9, 1892

Isaac DICK, Miss Mollie MAUND, Miss M. Z. DILLARD, D. H. MORGAN, B. FAULK,
W. C. PETTY, Alex GRANTHAM, Mrs. Mollie SNELL, Bill HAMPTONThe Banner, 4 August 1892, (Ozark, AL)

Dr. J.C. LEE, a well known South Alabama physician died at Montgomery the
other day.

The Chattahoochee fire company of Eufaula has elected the following officers
to serve for the ensuing year:  R. H. WALKER, president; W. T. BERRY,
vice-president; E. J. BLACK foreman; T. J. RAMSER, secretary; Charles R.
ROSS, treasurer; J. D. HOLMES, foreman of hose; W. E. HOLLEMAN; assistant
foreman of hose; R. D. POWELL, steward

Camp Gracy, of the Confederate Veterans, gave a barbecue at Linden Friday.
It was estimated that two thousand people were present, and large number of
old soldiers.  The speakers for the occasion were Hon. Jas. T. JONES, of
Demopolis, commanding officer of Camp Gracy, Col. HODGSON of Mobile, and Col
SANFORD of Montgomery.  A sumptuous feast of good things was spread on the
long tables, and all were delighted with the day.  Old soldiers met and
talked of times that tried men's souls.  The next grand rally of Camp Gracy
will be at Birmingham.


The Banner, 29 December 1892

Fatal Runaway Accident

Mr. Will SHIVER - a tenant farmer living on Judge MORRIS' place at
Daleville
- met with a fatal accident Thursday morning last.  His team became
frightened and ran away with him, smashing the wagon and throwing him out
with such force as to completely shatter one of legs, near the ankle joint -
the bone of which cut through the flesh and protruded down over his shoe.

Mr. SHIVER died on Monday evening 19th inst.  He had been conveyed to his
home, and the limb amputated; but despite all that kindness and skill could
suggest, his death followed.  The doctors ascribe it to internal injuries.
His bereaved family have the heartfelt sympathy of all in their affliction.

The Banner 29 December 1892 (Ozark, AL)

Mr. Isiah MONK and Miss Julia BESS, of Echo beat, were married on the 15th
inst.

Miss Liddie EDWARDS, who has been teaching school at Carroll church, closed
for the Christmas holidays on Tuesday.

Among the visiting attorneys to Ozark during the week were messrs. Albert
PACE of Dothan and J. J. MORRIS of Geneva.

Coot JOHNSON is making some necessary repairs to the stairways leading to
the second story of the courthouse.

Capt. T. J. COX, formerly editor of the Banner, is now filling the same
duties for the Bibb county News, at Centreville; and is also combining the
practice of law with the multifarious duties of a country editor.

Uncle Ed. DOWLING is about to change his residence and condition - that is,
he's going to marry.   A wealthy young lady living near Bell's Mill in
Coffee county has become enamored of Uncle Ed's winning ways, and the
wedding is set for today.

Miss Stella BLACKMAN has given her pupils a three week's holiday, in whihc
to enjoy their Christmas sports, school closing on last Friday.  A "party"
on Tuesday at the residence of Mr. K. T. JONES, was among the festivities
tendered the children.

We have two schools in this district, conducted by J. W. WOODHAM, and Cecil
POWELL - well-known gentlemen, and worthy the places they fill.  The
attendants at the school number about eighty.

At a negro festival, a few nights ago, on Mr. T. F. WINDHAM's place near
Daleville, there was a general row involving several pistol shots, and one
negro badly hurt with a fence rail.

Rev. Dr. ANDERSON of the Baptist Mission Board delivered an historical and
very learned address at the Ozark Baptist Church on last Wednesday evening.

Unclaimed letters remaining at the postoffice at Ozark, Dec 17, 1892, Will
ANGLIN (col) W. J. CARROLL, D. A. BOYKIN, John CLARK, W. C. BUCK, I. N.
FITZPATRICK, Allen CARTER, L. C. GARDNER (2).


The Banner, 1 December 1892 (Ozark, AL)

Hon. J.C. KILLEBREW was elected to the responsible position of Represenative
by the people of Dale by a majority ranging between six and seven hundred.

Notice - The State of Alabama, Dale County - In the matter of the estate of
Thos. WINDHAM, deceased.

Application made this day by A. F. WINDHAM, administrator of said estate, to
the Hon. W. W. MORRIS, judge of probate of Dale county, Ala. for an order to
sell the following personal property belonging to said estate, to wit:  1
wardrobe, 1 bureau, 1 book case, 12 books, 1 clock, 1 set chairs, 1 sewing
machine, 2 tables, 1 safe, 1 iron safe, 1 cottage barometer, 1 lot barrels,
1 loom, 1 lot farming and mechanical tools, 2 wagons and harness, 1 cane
mill and kettle.  Said application will be heard on the 12th day of December
A. D. 1892 at which time all persons may appear and contest, if they think
proper.

This 11th day of November, 1892
A. F. WINDHAM, administrator

Notice

I have in my hands for collection all of H. Z. PARKER's accounts, notes and
mortgages, with instruction to sue all parties with whom I cannot procure
prompt settlement.  Those indebted to him will please com at once and
settle.  My office is now in the courthouse.  In my absence, Mr. J. W.
CORBITT will wait on you.  This intended for every one who owes Mr. PARKER.
No exceptions in favor of any one.

M. SOLLIE, Attorney

The Banner, 3 November 1892 (Ozark, AL)

Notice
I hereby given that an application will be made to the next General Assembly
of the State of Alabama for "An Act' making Shelly D. DOWLING a legal and
lawful heir of mine, with right to have and receive equally with other
lawful heirs.

Jno. W. DOWLING

A report is current thw Mr. W. H. LINDSEY, a well and favorably known
citizen of the county, has mysteriously disappeared.  Recently in Ozark, it
is said, he sold twenty-five bales of cotton, sent his teams back home and
purchased a ticket for Montgomery, since which time nothing has been heard
of him.

Pinckard, Oct 27, 1892, I certify that I am first cousin of G. W. ZORN and
have known his politics, and positively say he has never voted the
Democratic solid ticket, unless he did so in the last three or four years.
N. J. ZORN  Witness:  W. W. MORRIS, J. K. YORKE

Fresh fish and oysters can be found at MCDONALD's Restaurant, in rear of Tom
KEMP's store in Ozark.


The Banner, Tuesday, July 7, 1892 (Ozark, AL)

To the President and members of the Echo Farmer's alliance and Industrial
union No. 430:

You committee appointed to draft obituary for sister Mary LISENBY, deceased,
beg leave to make the following report:

Whereas, It has pleased Almighty God to take from us our beloved sister Mary
LISENBY on April 19, 1892.

Sister LISENBY was married to William H. LISENBY September 18, 1849, and to
them were born five sons and three daughters.  One son preceded her to the
spirit world.  The husband and seven children she left behind with appealing
admonitions to so live and and that when they, too, would be called from
labor to refreshment, they would be prepared to meet her in the Paradise of
God, and there join her in giving all the praise to the God of her
salvation - the God she loved and worshipped, while tabernacling here below.
Sister LISENBY leaves three brothers, two of them ministers of the Gospel,
who greatest ambition is to do the will of God.  She seemed to rejoice that
hope of meeting them, together with her immediate family, in that "sweet
by-and-by that haven of reset, where they would be free from toil and pain
in giving undivided praise to God.  Sister Lisenby was a friend to the sick.
It was a source of pleasure to her to visit the sick, and administer comfort
by word and act.   She was a devoted wife, always willing and ready to give
her husband words of comfort and cheer. She was an affectionate and tender
mother, endeavoring to bring up her children in the nurture and admonition
of the Lord.  She was a life long member  of the M. E. church, South,
complying with its laws in letter and spirit.  She was a member of our
order.  She loved the order, and manifested the same by giving us her
presence in our meetings.  Therefore, be it

Resolved by Echo Farmer's alliance and Industrial union, That we tender to
the bereaved husband and family of our beloved sister our sincere sympathy,
and would admonish them to hold in sacred remembrance those precious
admonitions she gave them just before crossing the Jordan of death.

Resolved, That a special place in our minute book be set apart for this
report and that the same be published in The Banner.

All of which is respectfully submitted.

T. T. CAMPBELL
R. M. DAUGHTRY
S. M. BOOTHE
Committee

The Banner, Thursday, July 7, 1892

Wicksburg, Dale Co., June 19

Whereas It has pleased Almighty God to remove from our midst our brother,
James THOMLEY, who was born August 18, 1860, and departed this life June 18,
1892, and

Whereas, He was a faithful member of this Primary Alliance, No. 615,
therefore

Resolved, 1st That we bow with submission to the Divine will as we comfort
ourselves with he thought that what is our loss is his eternal gain.

2d.  That we herewith tender our heartfelt sympathy to the bereaved family,
and ask that they will look to Him for comfort who doeth all things well.

3rd That our alliance hall be draped in mourning, as manifesting somewhat
our sense of loss and profound grief.

4th  That these preambles and resolutions be spread upon the secretary's
book, and a copy of the same be sent to the Banner for publication, and one
sent to the family of the deceased.

(Signed) Thos. F. GILLEY, F. J. GLAZE, James TURNER - Committee


The Banner, Thursday, July 7, 1892

There will be a reunion of the Thirtieth Alabama Regiment, Confederate
soldiers, at Jacksonville, August 18, with all others of Pettus' brigade.

Mr. Jas. JAMES and wife are visiting relative near Sandy Point, Barbour
county, this week.

Mr. F. A. BARNES, Jr. and Miss Maggie GORDEN, of Eufaula, were united in
marriage on the 4th of April last.  He is 20, she 16.  They kept the
marriage a secret until Tuesday.

Misses Carrie RAY, Georgia ADAMS, and Ella MATHISON honored the Banner
office with a visit on yesterday.  Editor, compositor and devil were so
elated they forgot everything else - except these pretty girls.

A bay horse came to my house June 13th; brand on neck and shoulder and white
hind feet; about seven years old; harness marks on him.  The owner can find
him at W. M. RILEY's, Echo, AL.

Miss Alma PEACH, who for the past six months has been assisting Prof. J. B.
MURPHY in the conduct of the Geneva Academy, passed through Ozark en route
to her home at Perote, the academy having closed for the term last Friday.

G. W. DOWLING has requested the Banner to state that he has secured license
to sell whiskey at Pinckard.  As he has promised to advertise freely, the
public will probably soon be informed of what kind of stock he keeps on
hand.

A. W. METCALF, whose farm was in the track of the severe hail storm which
passed over a portion of this county in May last, now estimates that he may
make one third crop each of corn and cotton.  He places his loss at about
$500, which is pretty severe for a three mule farm.

There will be an all-day meeting of Cool Spring Alliance on Saturday, July
16th, to which all are invited.  The following is the program for the day.

Music, Prayer by M. V. MARSHALL, Music, Address of Welcome by R. L. SIMS,
followed by W. J. HATCHER, Music, Intermission of fifteen minutes, Address
by J. W. MATHISON, followed by W. W. MORRIS, Music, One hour intermission
for dinner, Music, Public Installation of officers, Music, Speaking by
others, Music, Prayer by J. W. MATHISON

Mrs. D. Y. DOWLING gave her husband a birthday's dinner on the 3rd inst., it
being his 50th birthday.  All the family was present, including Mr.
DOWLING's mother, who is now in her 79th year.  Rev. A. HOOD and wife were
among the guests at the family reunion,. Mr. DOWLING is one of the oldest
citizens of Ozark, and vice president of the Planter's and Merchant's Bank.

Unclaimed Letters remaining in the post office at Ozark, July 2, 1892: W. H.
CHESIRE, Mr. MYZLER, Brad THOMPSON.

The Banner, Thursday, September 15, 1892 (Ozark, AL)

Daleville
Last Sunday, at the Methodist Church, Mr. Alford WEST and Miss Mollie
GULLEGE were made man and wife.  Brother JONES officiated.   Also on the
same day, at the bride's father's, Mr. Wellie ROSS of Daleville and Miss
Lula NAPIER of Geneva.

Daleville
The body of the young man, Mr. Obe AUSTEN, who died at Clayhatchie, was
brought here on last Monday, and buried in the cemetery at this place.  How
sad to see one so young taken away!


The Banner, Thursday, December 8, 1892

Sheriff MCKNIGHT of Coffee, is being guyed a little by the boys.  It is told
that he went to Dot to arrest a man, and with a posse comitatus, raided the
man's house before daybreak thinking to take the gentleman while he was
least prepared for resistance.  But, reinforced by his wife, the man made
valourous defence, and in the struggles with his captors, his few clothes
were soon torn off, leaving him in almost a state of nudity.  Continuing his
fierce resistance, the perspiration began to exude freely, which rendered
him so slippery as to defy the efforts of the officers, who might as well
have tried to handle a fresh eel; the outcome being that the man escaped the
to woods, and the officers received a good tongue lashing from his wife, as
they retired discomfited and worn out with their efforts.


The Banner, Thursday, December 8, 1892

It leaks out that a $500 registered package sent from this city to Mr.
PHILLIPS at Charlton, did not reach that gentleman in good shape, says the
Eufaula Times.  The money left Eufaula on the evening train Thursday, and
was handed by Mr. Will SHEEHAN, a young man who worked in the Eufaula office
for a year or two, and who carried out the mail because of the sickness of
the regular route agent.  It is understood that Mr. SHEEHAN claims to have
delivered the package whole to Mr. S. A. HANNA, the postmaster at Charlton,
and he exhibits Mr. HANNA's receipt for the money.  Mr. HANNA, however, sets
up that the package was filed when it reached his hands, and there you are.
It's an ugly affair and will occasion the presence here of a postoffice
inspector, and probably result in the arrest of someone.  The Times can't
believe that either one of these men is guilty of the theft, and it is very
much in hope that an examination will exonerate both of them.  But somebody
got the money.  Who was it?


The Banner, Thursday, October 13, 1892

Died at Skipperville, Ala. July 16, 1892, Willie C. DYKES. The subject of
this notice was born in Dale  county January 15, 1879 and lived to the age
of 22 years, 6 months and 1 day.  For two months he suffered intensely,
being the victim of typhoid fever.  Though not a member of any church,
Willie was a good boy, and had many associates and friends who were loth to
give him up.  For some days before his death he seemed conscious of his
approaching exit, and left strong evidence that he was prepared for the
ordeal.  What comfort and consolation to his parents and relatives to know
that when the summons came, he was prepared to answer.  In the cemetery at
Skipperville, at 10 a.m., Sunday, July 17th surrounded by a large concourse
of relatives and friends, all that was mortal of Willie was consigned to the
tomb to await the morn of the general resurrection, when the body and the
spirit will be reunited.  The Ritualistic service was conducted by the
writer.  To the bereaved family, we tender profound sympathy.

T. H. WINDHAM
Skipperville, Oct. 8, 1892

The Banner, Thursday, December 8, 1892

The dead body of a young man named LEWIS, of Geneva county, who died
abroad,, was brought to Newton on the Midland train on the morning of Nov
30th.

Mr. John T. BELL will act as agent for the Banner at Dot, Coffee county and
Mr. Jas. BOWDEN will do the same at Enterprise.

Rev. Alex HOOD left yesterday morning for Eufaula, in attendance upon the
annual conference.

Mr. James BOSTWICK, of Dot, Coffee county, appears of late to have more
business in Ozark than almost anybody.

The little daughter of Mr. N. R. PHILLIPS of Arguta, who was so severely
injured recently at a cane grinding, is rapidly recovering health and
strength.  It was feared at first that permanent affliction would result
from the accident, but it is now believed that the little girl will outgrow
it.

At the meeting last Wednesday of the committee having the matter in charge,
Capt T. J. COX, late editor of the Banner, resigned, and disposed of all
interest he may have had in this paper.

Miss Lilly HUDGENS met with a serious and what narrowly escaped being a
fatal accident in Daleville on last Thursday.  While passing a building
where workmen were engaged making repairs, one of the workmen on the roof
unthinkingly let fall a piece of scantling, which struck Miss HUDGENS on the
head and shoulders, knocking her unconscious to the ground.  It was probably
an hour before the young lady fully recovered consciousness.

Unclaimed letters remaining at the post office at Ozark, Dec 3, 1892

Miss Ida BARNES, L. C. GARNDER, Miss Mary E. CARROLL, E. H. GODWIN, Miss
M'grt' MCDONALD, J. J. HUDSON, Miss Ger'de O'PEAR, John JOINER, Miss Nellie
PRIDE, J. B LEE, J. B. CHAPMAN, J. C. MATTHEWS, S. T.FOSTER, T.S. FOSTER


The Banner, Thursday, 15 Dec 1892 (Ozark, AL)

SPELLER's new hotel is being connected with the city water system.

Tax collector PHILLIPS will be in Ozark for the collection of taxes during
the last ten days of the month.

Capt. Jno W. DOWLING is having city water piped into his handsome new store.

Dr. MARTIN made a very earnest discourse at the Baptist church last Sunday
evening, supllying the appointment of Rev. P. L. MOSELEY.

Mr. H. M. SESSIONS was the successful aspirant for aldermanic honors in the
city election held last week.

Invitations to the wedding of Miss Emma HOOD and Mr. Robt E. HOLMAN on the
22d inst. at the M. E. church, have been sent out.

Prof. R.J.H. SIMMONS will close the Ozark High school for Christmas holidays
on Friday. On Tuesday night following, we learn that he will give the pupils
and their friends a party in the Academy building.

The Banner, Thursday, 15 Dec 1892 (Ozark, AL)

Annual Appointments

The Alabama Conference made the following appointments for the ensuing year:

Marianna District, W. S. WADE, presiding elder
Marianna Station, Henry TRAWICK
Greenwood Circuit, L. P. LATHAN
Campbellton circuit, M. D. OWENS
Freeport mission, J. F. DAILEY
Big Creek circuit and mission, S. H. ELLSION
Geneva Station, C. P. ATKINSON
Pondtown circuit, H. D. HARTZOG
Coffee Springs mission to be supplied
Elba circuit, J. M. SOLLIE
Dothan station, H. T. JOHNSON
Ochesse mission, T. B. BARROW
Chipola mission, Caleb BATES
Orange Hill mission, to be supplied
Columbia and Gordon, J. B. NELSON
Newton circuit, T. H. JONES
Echo circuit, W. L. ARNOLD
Headland circuit and mission, J. L. SKIPPER
In the Eufaula district, W. H. WILD is presiding elder
Ozark circuit, A. HOOD
Phenix city station, Angus DOWLING
Louisville circuit, J. M. SHAFNER
Clayton Station, J. W. GLENN
Abbeville and Clopton, S. W. ROBERTS
Asbury circuit, D. L. LINDSAY

The Banner, Thursday, Oct 20, 1892 (Ozark, AL)

Pleasant Ridge Alliance, Arguta, Oct 1, 1892

We, your committee appointed to draft an obituary of sister Mary E. JOHNSON,
be leave to make the following report:

Sister JOHNSON, was born in December, 1854, a daughter of the late Neill
MUNN, Esq.  She became a member of the Presbyterian church in May, 1870
under the ministry of Rev. R. NALL, D. D., In October, 1875, she was united
in marriage to Mr. A. M. JOHNSON (now Brother JOHNSON), and from this
marriage came eight offspring  - four boys (one dead) and four girls.  Our
dear sister departed this life on the 29th of September, 1892, after a
painful illness of only a few days, leaving abundant evidence of a
consistent Christian live and a triumphant death.  As an Alliance, we feel
that we have lost a valuable member - a fearless defender of our order in
her sphere; and while we are left to mourn her loss, we fell that it is her
eternal gain.  To our bereaved brother, we extend our brotherly sympathy,
and pray that the protecting hand of our God may be over and about him and
the motherless children.  We, your committee, recommend that a copy of this
obituary be furnished by the clerk to Bro. JOHNSON, and to the Banner for
publication.

J. C. BROWN
Danl. PHILLIPS
N. B. KEAHEY
Com.



Judge MORRIS moved his family from his former home at Daleville into Ozark
on Tuesday.  Being highly accomplished and talented, they will form a
valuable aquisition to Ozark's religious and social circles, and we doubt
not they will receive a cordial welcome from our good people.

Just as we expected, Mr. Jas.. BOSTWICK of Coffee, was one of the principals
in a quiet little wedding on last Thursday evening, the 8th inst. at Mr.
Woodham's living about two miles west of Ozark.  Miss Ella WOODHAM being the
fair lady partner to the contracted.  'Squire WINDHAM tied the nuptial knot
and pronounced the blessing.

Mr. HALL, who is so largely interested in Pinckard real estate has printed a
handsome diagram of this fast growing town, together with an advertisement
of its resent and prospective advantages, among which are mentioned branch
railroads from Abbeville and Geneva.  Town lots are offered for sale on the
installment plan.

Notice
I hereby give notice to all concerned that I will petition the Legislature ,
after giving legal notice to have my disabilities of no-age removed.  I am a
citizen and resident of Dale county, son of Shade LEE, Jr. and 18 years of
age.  David Wilson LEE

Unclaimed leters remaining in the post office at Ozark, Dec 10, 1892:
Mattie CHAMBERS, Dock HARRIS, Miss Ella FORD (2), Mr. JACKSON, Dora SNELL
(col.), Horace JENKINS, Miss A. E. WARD, Jeff's'n KNIGHT, I. N. Fitzpatrick,
W. J. MERCER



The Banner, Thursday, December 8, 1892

The dead body of a young man named LEWIS, of Geneva county, who died
abroad,, was brought to Newton on the Midland train on the morning of Nov
30th.

Mr. John T. BELL will act as agent for the Banner at Dot, Coffee county and
Mr. Jas. BOWDEN will do the same at Enterprise.

Rev. Alex HOOD left yesterday morning for Eufaula, in attendance upon the
annual conference.

Mr. James BOSTWICK, of Dot, Coffee county, appears of late to have more
business in Ozark tha almost anybody.

The little daughter of Mr. N. R. PHILLIPS of Arguta, who was so severly
injured recently at a cane grinding, is rapidly recovering health and
strength.  It was feared at first that permanent affliction would result
from the accident, but it is now believed that the little girl will outgrow
it.

At the meeting last Wednesday of the committee having the matter in charge,
Capt T. J. COX, late editor of the Banner, resigned, and disposed of all
interest he may have had in this paper.

Miss Lilly HUDGENS met with a serious and what narrowly escaped being a
fatal accident in Daleville on last Thursday.  While passing a building
where workmen were engaged making repairs, one of the workmen on the roof
unthinkingly let fall a piece of scantling, which struck Miss HUDGENS on the
head and shoulders, knocking her unconscious to the ground.  It was probably
an hour before the young lady fully recovered consciousness.

Unclaimed letters remaining at the post office at Ozark, Dec 3, 1892

Miss Ida BARNES, L. C. GARNDER, Miss Mary E. CARROLL, E. H. GODWIN, Miss
M'grt' MCDONALD, J. J. HUDSON, Miss Ger'de O'PEAR, John JOINER, Miss Nellie
PRIDE, J. B LEE, J. B. CHAPMAN, J. C. MATTHEWS, S. T.FOSTER, T.S. FOSTER



 



 

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