MARCH 15, 1951
Reuben Morgan Plays In Navy Film: Reuben Morgan, fireman
apprentice, U.S. Navy, son of Mr. and Mrs. William W. Morgan of Pine Hill,
played as an extra in the recent filming of “The Frogmen,” staring Richard Widmark,
Dona Andrews and Gary Merrill.
Morgan portrayed himself in regular shipboard duties aboard
the high speed transport, USS Kleinsmith.
Initial scenes were taken at Norfolk, Va., home port of the
ship; submarine sequences were filmed at Key West, Fla., and most of the action
scenes were taken at St. Thomas.
Services For McDuffie Stallworth Today: Funeral services for McDuffie Stallworth of Pine Apple were to be held at the residence this morning at 10 o’clock. Mr. Stallworth, widely known as a citizen and long a prominent lumberman in South Alabama, died Tuesday in a Birmingham hospital following a lengthy illness.
Camden A.R.P. Church Renovated: The congregation of the
A.R.P. Church of Camden will occupy its redecorated church auditorium again on
Sunday, March 18. Since early in January, the interior of the building has been
undergoing repair and renovation. The ceiling has been covered with Celotex.
The interior woodwork has been painted and the walls papered. The floors have
been refinished and new carpet has been laid. The pews also have been
refinished.
“The interior of the church is fresh and new and the
congregation is pleased with it,” stated Rev. R.C. Kennedy.
While the renovation was in progress, services were held
with the Camden Presbyterian Church in its building.
84 YEARS AGO
MARCH 17, 1938
JOHN BRACEY JONES: Mr. John Bracey Jones died at the home of
his sister, Mrs. T.H. Moore near Camden early Tuesday morning, March 15, after
a long illness. The funeral was held from the home of Mrs. Moore Wednesday at
10 a.m. Burial was in the cemetery at Bear Creek Church in Caledonia.
Mr. Jones was the son of the late J. Mc. Jones and Lourana
B. Jones. He was born Oct. 21, 1876 at the family home at Rosebud, the second
of eight children. He was 61 years of age.
In May 1904, Mr. Jones married Miss Julia Watts, who survives
him. They made their home in the Caledonia community. Mr. Jones engaged in
farming most of his life, and at times in the lumber industry.
Rev. J.G. Dobbins is planning to meet his appointments at Catherine, Bear Creek and McWilliams Sunday at the usual hours.
NOTICE: Please do not hunt or fish on my land on Sunday. You are welcome the other six days. – Carl M. Watts, Camden, Ala.
PINE HILL: Mr. and Mrs. C.O. Mason and family visited the Azalea Trail in Mobile Thursday of last week. They were accompanied by C.L. Mason.
ARLINGTON: Friends of Mr. L.J. Bugg of Monroeville were shocked and saddened to learn of his serious illness following an automobile accident Friday while he was enroute to Chatom in the interest of his campaign.
95 YEARS AGO
MARCH 17, 1927
Supt. O.C. Weaver of Brewton spent the weekend with this family in Camden.
Rev. Justice L. Jones will conduct services at St. Mary’s Episcopal Church Sunday, March 20, at 11 o’clock.
Mrs. E.W. Berry attended the conference of the Woman’s Work of the Southern Methodist Church, which convened in Shreveport, La. Mrs. Berry is president of the Southern division of the Alabama Women’s Work in this church.
Mrs. Fred Law has had the honor of being elected president of the Woman’s Auxiliary of the Presbyterian Church of Troy, where she and Mr. Law are now making their home.
LEVY-GERHARDT: Mr. M. Gerhardt announces the engagement and approaching marriage of his daughter, Frances, to Mr. J.M. Levy of Birmingham, the wedding to take place early in April.
NOTICE: After 40 years absence, I am back at my old stand, will appreciate your patronage. When in need of jewelry repair or watch repair, see me at Clark Jones’ Store. – C.A. Nettles, Camden, Ala.
There will be preaching at the school auditorium next Sunday morning at 11 and Sunday night at 7:30. Morning subject: “Jesus and the Soldiers in the Garden.” Evening subject, “Beholding Jesus.” – H.P. Childs.
109 YEARS AGO
MARCH 20, 1913
We understand that an iron fence for the Camden Cemetery will cost $460 in which must be added the cost of its erection, which will be considerable. Some of the ladies of the town have undertaken to raise this amount, but have met with little success, the cash subscriptions to date amounting to less than $175. Ever since Camden has had a cemetery, the comment has been heard regularly “the fence is out of repair, the cemetery is being used as a public pasture,” and this will continue to be true as long as it remains enclosed with a plank fence.”
The rainfall of last Wednesday and Thursday is reported at 6-1/2 inches. The river has risen very rapidly and is now way out of its banks, but so far, there has been no loss of bridges reported.
The Progressive Era is indebted to Mr. F.E. Logue of Brancroft, Idaho for a copy of the Bancroft’s Farmer. Bancroft seems to be a flourishing town, and we trust soon to receive the promised letter from Mr. Logue describing the country, etc.
WATSON: Our community was saddened two weeks ago by the death of Mr. E.G. Cobb, who was engaged in the turpentine business here, he is greatly missed by his many friends.
Selma, Ala., March 16 – A big washout on the road near Beatrice, Monroe County, during a heavy rain storm Friday night delayed all the trains between the two cities Friday. The damage has been repaired to such an extent that the schedule of the different trains were resumed.
122 YEARS AGO
MARCH 21, 1900
The Wilcox County Bible Society, auxiliary of The American Bible Society, keeps Bibles on hand for rich or poor. If you are not able to buy, one will be given you. – J.W. McCASKEY, Depository.
Miss Mary Neville has closed her school near Catherine, and is at home to enjoy her vacation.
Mr. Winston B. Jones, who has been attending lectures at the Tulane Medical College, is at home to recuperate from a recent spell of illness. We are glad to report him improving.
Mr. W.L. Hayes of Boiling Springs went us a twin hen egg. It is a curiosity indeed, and we thank him for the pleasure of having it on exhibition.
The little daughter of Mr. and Mrs. W.L. Waller happened to a very painful accident. She was standing before the fire warming her hands, when suddenly her clothing caught afire, and before her mother could extinguish the flame, her little arm was painfully though not seriously burned.
Steamer Mary: The above boat will pass Bridgeport every Wednesday morning on her up trip and on Friday evening about seven o’clock going down. – JOS. T. SPEETH, Manager.
Public Speaking: Honorable Sydney J. Bowie will address the
citizens of Wilcox County in the interest of Senator John T. Morgan at the
following places: Pine Apple, Monday, March 26, at 7:30 p.m.
Camden, Tuesday, March 27, at two o’clock p.m.
Pine Hill, Wednesday, March 28, at 10 o’clock a.m.
Come one, come all.
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