NOV. 15, 1984
Plaque for board service: Mrs. John D. “Bill” Huff of Uriah, who was appointed to the Monroe County Board of Education to fill her husband’s position after his death in August, receives a plaque honoring their contributions to education from county Schools Superintendent Bobby Grissette. The award was made at a recent dinner held by school personnel to honor outgoing board members: Mrs. Huff, Edgar Melton of Excel and Earl Sawyer of Frisco City.
Vols win to finish 8-2: Despite definite good feelings about
their 39-18 win over Escambia Academy Friday, Monroe Academy’s football
players, coaches and fans couldn’t help but have a big “IF” lingering in their
minds.
The victory left the Volunteers 8-2 overall and tied for
second in the Alabama Private School Athletic Association’s 3A East Region with
Lee-Scott Academy of Auburn. The Volunteers missed the playoffs when they
suffered a 14-13 loss to Lee-Scott two weeks ago in Auburn, leaving Monroe supporters
only to wonder about how their team would have fared in the playoffs.
(Top MA players that season included Jody Brannon, Wally
Dunn, Johnny Estes, Donald Foster, Hudson Hines, George Lazenby, Michael
McCrory, Shane Sawyer, Stephen Simmons, Chris Smith, Todd Stacey, Richard Tippy
and Troy Wilson. Rob Kelly was MA’s head coach.)
Prize Brown Swiss: Monroe County 4H-er Darrin Neuschwander and his grand champion Brown Swiss won first prize at the Alabama State Dairy Show in Birmingham Oct. 15. Darrin is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Darrell Neuschwander of Vocation.
62 YEARS AGO
NOV. 19, 1959
Fred Hayles Family Back Home Monday Ending Alert Caused By
Disappearance: Monroe County Sheriff Charlie Sizemore’s conclusion was right…
the missing Fred Hayles family had simply been on vacation from home all along.
A widespread alert ended Monday when Mr. Hayles, a farmer,
and his wife, four children and father re-appeared unperturbed at their home
near Uriah, following a month’s absence. Their return was reported to the
sheriff, who had stated he did not believe foul play was involved in their
vanishing.
A search for the family group was sparked by the discovery
of the Hayles home unlocked, the family car gone, on Oct. 10.
Uriah Pack Slams Beatrice, 40 To 0: Quarterback Curtis
Harris held his team’s scoring spotlight in the final game of the season last
Thursday night when he engineered the J.U. Blacksher High School Bulldogs to a
40-0 victory over the Beatrice High School Eagles in Beatrice.
Harris threw four touchdown passes and ran himself to score
two more TDs.
(Other top Blacksher players in that game included Bill
Solomon. Jack Akins was Blacksher’s head coach.)
Board of Education To Choose Chairman: Annual election of a chairman and vice chairman for the Monroe County Board of Education is scheduled at a Friday meeting. W.C. Nicholas of Excel has served during the past year as chairman. Tom W. Weatherford of Uriah is vice chairman. Other members of the board are Dr. John L. Abbott of Monroeville, James C. Brooks of Megargel and S. Miller Fore of Beatrice.
87 YEARS AGO
NOV. 15, 1934
Two Confess To Murder Of Man: A most unusual murder case
occurred at Frisco City last week. One man was killed and two men have come
forward and admitted the killing, each confession completely exonerating the
other man.
On last Saturday night at Frisco City, Liddell McIntosh was
killed. His body bore four pistol wounds. Soon after the killing occurred, a
man named John James surrendered to authorities and admitted having done the
killing. Early Sunday morning another man, George Hawthorne, surrendered to
officers and confessed to the crime. Each man’s story completely exonerates the
other of any part in the murder. Both men are being held pending a complete
investigation.
About 10 years ago, the McIntosh man was the object of a
hunt by Monroe County officers for the killing of his wife. He was located in
Cincinnati, Ohio and returned to this county for trial. He was sentenced to
life in the penitentiary. Recently, he was paroled by Governor Miller.
Monroeville Team Downs Frisco City: Exhibiting their best
team performance of the year, the Monroe County High School Tigers downed the
visiting Frisco City team 23 to 7 last Friday afternoon.
Three touchdowns and a safety ran the locals’ score to 23
while the visitors garnered one touchdown and kicked the extra point. The game
was one of the best ever played on the local gridiron and was an exhibition of
real football.
Starring in the play for Frisco City were Driscoll and
Smith. For Monroeville Barnett, Biggs, Kilpatrick and C. Lee stood out.
113 YEARS AGO
NOV. 19, 1908
Prof. John Hughes was stricken with sudden illness at an
early hour on Monday morning and died before a physician could be summoned.
Mr. Hughes had resided at Monroeville only a few months but
in that time had formed many agreeable friendships and acquaintances and was
generally esteemed. He was a Confederate veteran, a survivor of the 15th
Alabama Regiment commanded by Col. Oates.
About 18 months ago, he married Miss Lucy Rankin of this
place, who, with one son, three daughters and other near relatives, survive
him.
The railroads will sell round trip tickets to Mobile and return for one cent per mile on account of the Confederate Veterans Reunion on Nov. 21-26. This rate is open to the public generally. Many amusements and attractions will be offered by the Gulf City on the occasion and big crowds are expected.
The Fall term of the Chancery Court for this district convened Tuesday, Chancellor Thomas H. Smith presiding. In addition to the members of the local bar, there were a number of visiting attorneys in attendance. A number of cases were submitted for decree in vacation.
Mrs. Lillian S. Slaughter, relict of the late Charles L. Slaughter, died at her home at Perdue Hill on Friday morning, Nov. 13, after a protracted illness from typhoid fever. Mrs. Slaughter was a most estimable lady and was loved and esteemed by a large circle of friends. She is survived by one sister, Mrs. J.C. Hybart.
137 YEARS AGO
NOV. 17, 1884
Fire – Our town was alarmed on Tuesday night about two o’clock, by the cry of “fire, fire,” which originated in the jail, and was taken up by outsiders. The prisoners were taken to a place of safety and put under guard for the balance of the night. The jail was soon destroyed by the flames. The fire originated from the stove-pipe which ignited the wooden walls within the brick in one of the rooms. We are glad to know that none of the prisoners even attempted to escape.
We regret to learn of the death of Mr. William Roberson, near Buena Vista in this county, during the last week. An honest upright man, a good citizen and true patriot, his loss will be deeply felt by the community in which he lived.
The Presbyterians have recently sustained a great loss in the death of Capt. John H. Frye, who will be sadly missed by this church. They were contemplating the erection of a new church in the near future, as it is, we hope they will be able to repair the present building, which if properly improved would present a very attractive appearance. Their pastor, the Rev. W.H. McAuley, is known and beloved throughout this whole section. He travels about 300 miles per month in his buggy and is doing a vast amount of work for one of his age.
T.A. Nettles has erected a new steam gin and saw mill at Kempville. He just commenced sawing lumber last week, with a capacity of several thousand feet of lumber per day, and will sell very cheap for cash.
The Hotels – Are in full blast this week, and apparently doing a good business. Mr. Jno. I Watson and Mr. W.B. Jones know how to take care of guests.
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