Today in Fayetteville, January 12, 1906

Join me in an interesting look into Fayetteville, Georgias' past.                     The Fayetteville News                                    Friday, January 12,1906                             WEDDING DATE IS SET   The President and Mrs Roosevelt have announced the wedding of Miss Roosevelt to Representative Nicholas Longworth of Cincinnati.  The wedding will occur on Sat, Feb 17th at 12:00 noon in the East Room of the White House.                                        Local News   Prof. W. L. Gilbert opened school at this place last Monday with 33 pupils. Considering the inclemency of the weather we think 33 is a good opening. Mr Arthur Stinchcomb and wife have moved from their former home in Shakerag to the place where Mr Berry  lived near Fayetteville. We are glad to have them as neighbors again.   The Adams Comedy Company, a traveling troop, headed by Capt. C. L. Adams, of the Texas Rangers, CSA, aged 76, and who carries a cross of honor as a UCV is in town for a performance tonight at institute hall. He was Capt. of the Texas rangers at the age of 34, and served through the Confederate War. He is now active and remarkably stout for a man  76 years old.   Dr G. W. Walls says that his father is growing weaker every day.   Mr John G Minter was quite sick at his home six miles south of town. Dr Lester says he is better at present. many friends wish him a speedy recovery.   Complied by CB Glover

Today in Fayetteville June 22, 1917

New construction was on the schedule for the summer of 1917.  Railroad crossings were a danger in the early years as they are now..                                      The Fayetteville News                                           June 22, 1917              Mrs. Minnie Turner and son, Fred, killed by train in Jonesboro Last Sunday afternoon about 5 o'clock a central passenger train from Atlanta to Macon smashed into the automobile of Mr. JE Adams at the crossing North of the depot in Jonesboro killing and injuring the six occupants of the car. In the car were Mrs. Minnie Turner and 4 year old son, Fred, of Clayton Co. Misses Cora Denham, Grace Dorsett, Mr Ursie Denham and driver, Mr. Adams, all of near Union Groove. The party had spent the day at a birthday celebration of Mr JR Jackson, and were returning by way of Stockbridge road. Mrs Turner was a daughter of JR Jackson. The funeral exercises were conducted Monday afternoon at Flat Creek Church by Rev WJ DeBardeleben.                                   The Redwine Brothers The Redwine Brothers have contracted with Mr. JC Woods to superintend the work on their two story brick building on the North side of the public square. The building will be 51x120 feet. The front of the lower story will be glass and this story will be used by the Redwine brothers for their office and Ford Automobiles. The second story will be offices and will be for rent. The building will add much to the appearance in the north block.                                       Notice to Veterans The Paul J Semmes Camp # 832 UCV in Fayetteville, will be at the court house at 10:00 am on the 1st Tuesday in July                                                                   TN Farr, Commander Submitted by CB Glover

TODAY IN FAYETTEVILLE, MARCH 13, 1891

Let us step back in time and see what the Fayetteville News had to say in 1891                                               THE FAYETTEVILLE NEWS                                                      March 13,1891                                                 Carriage Nomenclature The popular Hanson carriage derives its distinguishing title from Mr. Hanson. The Brougham carriage, which was first used by the famous lord Brougham, took its title from that nobleman. Hacks originally were termed hackney coaches, because they were drawn by hackney, the name applied to easy going, safe pacing horses.                                               To Tell the Age of Horses The other day we met a gentleman from Alabama, who gave us a piece of information into accessing the age of a horse after it has passed the ninth year, which was quite new to us, and will be, we are sure, to most of our readers. It is this; after a horse is 9 years old a wrinkle comes in the eye lid at the upper corner of the lower lid, and every year there after he has one well defined wrinkle for each year of his age over 9 years old. If for instance a horse  has 3 wrinkles, he is twelve, so says the gentleman, and he is confident it will never fail.                                              News and Notes for Women Dress skirts for street wear are lengthening in spite of all protest. But extremely tidy women do not adopt them. Very beautiful and stylish are the new Paris Challies just introduced. The patterns run to the buds and blossoms of all the flowers. The style most in use for luncheon parties is pure white with this, any ornamental and floral decorations my be employed. The complaint from London is that dresses are growing longer and more inconvenient, and the dress suspender is coming into use. young ladies with oval faces may put their tresses in the middle and comb them in well-defined curves on either side of the brow. The careful manner with which Queen Victoria compiles and  corrects the "court circular" entitles her to be termed the leading editor in all her realms. submitted by CB Glover

"Today in Fayetteville" Dec. 4, 1903

Another look into our past. Cold weather seems to be plaguing our relatives in late 1903                                     The Fayetteville News                              December 4, 1903                                   OAK GROVE   The extremely cold weather put our people behind with their work. A few warm days now and we will be through gathering some small grain saved and some plowing done proprietary to another crop.   George Carder and family left last Monday for south Georgia. We wish them health and success in their new home.   Miss ellie shipp has been suffering with her left hand of late.   We are glad to know that Jeff nations is improving very rapidly. He had the miss fortune to get both arms broken by being thrown over the shafting at his fathers gin.   A wee lady is stopping with Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Lloyd.                                    FOR SHERIFF   I hearby announce myself a candidate for reelection for sheriff of this county. I desire to sincerely thank my friends for their support in the past.... Albert P Sams submitted and researched by CB Glover

"Today in Fayetteville" January 2, 1903

Fayetteville was having some cold weather early in 1903. Let us see what the Fayetteville News had to say about these conditions...                                    Fayetteville News                                     January 2, 1903                            Coldest of the Season   Every section of the country was in winters icy grip the coldest weather of the winter prevailed Friday through the united states.   Louisville 9 degrees, which is 21 degrees below normal. Nashville 14, Chattanooga 16, Memphis 20, Atlanta 18, and little rock 22 degrees.   The young people enjoyed an old fashioned shindig at Mr. James peavys Friday night.   Mr. and Mrs. john evens had a family reunion and Christmas dinner on DEC 25th.   Mr. BM Harrison, who spent Christmas with home folks here returned to oxford Tuesday to resume his studies at Emory.   Mr. and Mrs. AP sams entertained a party of young people at their home Monday night. This was one of the most pleasant parties of young people of Fayetteville during the entire holiday season.   submitted by CB glover

"Today in Fayetteville" December 1, 1905

Another interesting look into Fayetteville's history...                             TheFayettevilleNews                                        Dec. 1, 1905        Ex-congressman's wife killed and several  others badly hurt.   Mrs Frances Burton Harrison, the wife of Ex-congressman Harrison, was instantly killed in an automobile accident in Long Island City. The machine became uncontrollable on a steep hill, plunged to the side of the road and turned over. Mrs Harrison neck was broken, Lawrence Scott, and wife were injured and Charles Crocker, brother of Mrs Harrison and the chauffeur were slightly hurt.                          Lyman Hall laboratory dedicated   The memory of Dr Lyman Hall, late president of the Georgia School of Technology was fittingly honored when memorial services were held in the Tech chapel at Atlanta a few days ago.                              FAYETTEVILLE PHONE EXCHANGE    W.B. Roberts, manager, Atlanta, Ga. Miss Vara Coppege, operator Fayetteville exchange. W.M. Garrison, assistant, and night operator. Local rural lines to any county residence, mills, farms, ginneries, etc. get in talking distance with the business world. for phones apply to above named manager or local employees.                                    SIX MILLION PEOPLE   Six million people are dependent on rail roads for a living. In round numbers the wages for the railway employs amount to 500,000,000 a year.   Judge and Mrs W.T. Glower have announced the engagement of their granddaughter and ward, Miss Ozella Adams, to Rupert Waller of Raleigh, Ga. The wedding will occur at the residence on Railroad St. at an early date. The News extends congratulations in advance.   Submitted by CB Glover

"Today in Fayetteville" April 20, 1898

The big topic in April 1898 was the Spanish-American War. Let us look back in time to that period and see what was in the Fayetteville News.                                   The Fayetteville News                                           April 20, 1898                                                                                      War News in Brief   The President has issued a proclamation calling for 125,000 troops. The Columbia and Minneapolis of the flying Squadron are under orders to go to sea. Presumably to convoy a transport of troops and meet the Paris, now en route from England. Only one seizure of a Spanish vessel has been reported at the Navy Dept. General Miles has issued orders to form regular troops into Corps and Brigades and assign officers,  presumably to invade Cuba. Under the call for volunteers, Georgia is to furnish 3,174 men. General Lee will probably be made Major General to Command the troops to be organized at Richmond on orders of the presidential call. Spanish Steamer LaCarrina arrived at Ship Island, Miss. yesterday, ignorant of existing hostilities. Torpedo boat Porter, captured a Spanish schooner, which was towed into port at Key West by the Dauntless. The fleet off Cuba has been fired on by Marro Castle guns. A resolution formally declaring war against Spain will be introduced in Congress today.                         General LaFayette McLaws Camp #79   A camp of sons of Confederate veterans was organized here Saturday. Over twenty names were enrolled with much enthuseum. General LaFayette McLaws Camp  #79, was chartered 16 April 1898. The first meeting was April 8, 1897. The camp meets the 3ed Monday of the month.   Prof. AJ Vickers was over Saturday to attend the organization of the camp of Confederate Veterans.   Submitted by CB Glover

"Today in Fayetteville" January 15, 1917

Let us take a look into Fayette County's past through the eyes of the "Fayetteville News"                            The Fayetteville News                          January 15, 1917                                Home Affairs   Mr. John Norton died at his home two miles east of here last week, and the remains interred at the Drennon Burying ground. he is survived by his wife and four children.   Mrs JW Culpepper was called to Greenville last Sunday because of a severe case of measles of her daughter, Miss Mae. Late reports say she is improving.   Rev. RF Eakes who represents the Wesleyan Christian Advocate, spent the weekend with Rev. AB Sanders and preached at the Methodist Church Sunday.   The ladies missionary society of the Baptist church observed the week of prayer this week and met Monday with Mrs. LA Ingram, Wednesday with ML Seagraves and Thursday with CD Redwine.   Mrs. Archie McEachern and Sister spent Sunday night and Monday with Mrs. ML McEachern at New Hope.   The family of Mrs Crawley all have measles.                                         Sheriffs Sale   One five passenger overland touring car, black body and yellow running gear. Levied on by FB Brown. Sheriff by virtue of a mortgage issued from the Superior Court of said county and against TW Head and turned over to me for sale.                                                         TM Kerlin, Sheriff   Miss. Sallie Chapman and Mr. Luther mask were happily married last Sunday. Their many friends join the News in congratulations.   Another Confederate Veteran crossed to the Beyond. Mr. WM Cook died at his home near the Rock Church last Saturday and remains placed in the Rock Cemetery Sunday with Masonic honors. Mr. Cook was 73 years old. He enlisted in 1861 Co. L 4th Mississippi Reg. and honorably discharged South Carolina 1865.   Submitted by CB Glover

"Today in Fayetteville" April 9, 1909

Let us take another look at the exciting local and world changes going on in Fayetteville in the early 1900s. Modern changes are occurring in our town.                                                                                 The Fayetteville News                                            April 9, 1909 The acetylene light, now lights our streets at night. For some time the town has suffered for this much needed necessity. Fayetteville is making strides forward that should not be checked and we are glad to see our mayor and cancel trying to keep the public  conveniences as near up with the times as possible.                                   Admiral Cervera Dead Was commander of the Spanish Fleet in the Battle of Santiago, Cuba on the outbreak of the War with the United States. He sailed from Cape Verde Islands with 4 cruisers and 3 torpedo boat destroyers, in April 1898.  Entered the harbor of Santiago, Cuba May 19 and lost his entire fleet off that Port July 3, in an attempt to force his way through Admiral Sampson's blockading squadron.                                    Serum for  diphtheria                     Board of health ready to furnish anti-toxin. Atlanta, Ga.- A sufficient amount of anti-toxin for diphtheria to supply the wants of the entire state. Physicians may secure any amount, free of cost, by writing or telegraphing to the Secretary of the Board, in care of the Laboratories in the State Capital.                                      Local News Mr. John I Kerlin was elected Superintendent of our Sunday School last Sunday. As Mr. Brown resigned being unable to attend regularly. Miss Lizzie McEachern has returned from Athens where she has been in school several months. Prisons everywhere are over crowded  More Criminals an paupers are now confined in state and county institutions than ever before. Hard times and undesirable aliens are chiefly blamed. researched and submitted by CB Glover

"Today in Fayetteville" January 3, 1913

Fayetteville and its people are busy in early 1913. Join me in a look at the headlines of the Fayetteville News.                                                                         The Fayetteville News                                          January 13, 1913                                                        Home Affairs   Mr. W.C. Parrott will move on Fairburn St. next week, he comes from the western part of the county, and will be with the road gang this year.   Miss Winna Blalock Left this week for Milledgeville, where she will enter the G.N. and I College. She is attentive to her work, and no doubt will make a good Pupil.   Mr. James Harper, of Fife, has purchased the barber shop of Gilmore Garland, and promises a first class shop.  Mr. and Mrs. Harper belong to the best families of the county and our people are glad they are to make their home here another year.   Mr John Cox and family have moved to their home near Sandy Creek, They have resided here several years, and we regret to lose their citizenship, but congratulate the people of that community in having them as neighbors this year.   Miss. Hermie Means, educated at Bessie Tift Collage and Georgia State Normal with six years experience, will have charge of the primary Dept of the Fayetteville high school. Miss. Means comes to us highly recommended and is splendidly equipped by training and experience to teach primary pupils.   Miss mattie Cena Blalock and Mr. L.A, Ingram were married Tuesday morning, Rev. W.J. DeBardeleben performed the impressive ceremony in the presence of a few friends, the wedding being a quiet one. Miss. Blalock is the daughter of the Hon. A.O. Blalock, is of fine character and was on of our cities most popular young ladies. Mr. Ingram was reared in Henry County and came here about sixteen months ago. he is industrious and has proven to be one of our best young business men.   Judge S.B. Lewis retires as Ordinary and chairman of the Board of Commissioners. Mr. J.J. Davis assumed the duties of Ordinary and chairman of the board of Commissioners Wednesday. T.M. Kerlin and A.A. Coggins assumed their duties as commissioners. J.W. Dison and J.Q. Landrum assumed their duties as members.   Researched and submitted by CB Glover