NEWS OF THE COLORED (1962)
Mary J. Wadley
From the clippings of the late Elsie Johnson. This is a column which appeared in the Lexington Progress. Church schedules included as part of the column have been omitted.
Date Unknown, Probably January 4, 1962
The Sunday School Union met at Lewis Chapel Church Sunday with superintendents, teachers and classes being present from Keys Chapel, St. Paul and Pilgrim Rest. A successful and enjoyable time was had by all. The writer presided over the union.
Mr. and Mrs. Javonce Robinson of Indianaola, Miss., Stevie and Debra, spent the holidays with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Henry Jones.
Mrs. Lucille Kizer spent the holidays in Chicago with her daughter and son.
Mrs. Tommy Anderson of Memphis spent the holidays with Mr. and Mrs. Muse Howard.
Sgt. and Mrs. D. J. Robinson of Bristol and North Carolina were at home for the Christmas holidays.
The masons and eastern stars entertained their friends with a stew recently, at Montgomery High School. A wonderful time was enjoyed by all.
Mr. and Mrs. J. K. Bradley and son of Columbus, Ohio spent the holidays with Mr. and Mrs. Isaac Harmon.
Mrs. Lillian Penn of Chicago spent Christmas with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Jack Dickerson.
Mrs. Elgie Burford of Gallatin spent Christmas with Mr. and Mrs. Logan Kizer.
Mrs. Odessa Westbrooks....[remainder missing]
January 11, 1962
The Rev. G. C. Jenkins filled his regular appointment at Lewis Chapel Church Sunday morning and preached from the subject "The Woman At The Well."
The Rev, and Mrs. Godrey of Morris Chapel worshipped with the Lewis Chapel Church Sunday,
Mrs. Clara West and daughter spent the holidays in Chicago.
Mr. and Mrs. Charlie Kennedy Jr and daughters, Aurelia and Charlotte, spent the holidays in Kansas, Missouri and Kentucky. A wonderful time was reported.
Muse Howard is a patient at Jackson General Hospital.
Congratulations: Mr. and Mrs. Adell Teague on the arrival of a baby boy born Jan. 6 at Conger Hospital.
Congratulations: Mr, and Mrs. Earl Flakes on the arrival of a baby boy born at Conger Hospital.
The Montgomery Basketball team played Decaturville Friday night losing. Montgomery will play East High Jan. 17. A former teacher of Montgomery High is the principal, S. W. Beasley. Come out end cheer our boys and girls on to victory.
Services for Jim White, widely known citizen of Henderson County were Sunday at St. Paul Baptist Church with the Rev. J. L Burkley officiating. Burial was in Decaturville Cemetery with Parham Funeral Home in charge. Mr. White, who was 84, died in his home on Reeves St. He leaves his wife, Mrs Flora McElrath White; four daughters; Mrs. Maiti West, Mrs. Lucreasy Sharp, Mrs. Anell Cross of Indianapolis, Ind. and Bernell White of Lexington; three sons, Earl White and Joe Lewis White of Lexington, James White of Indianapolis, Ind., 15 grandchildren and two great grandchildren,
Mrs. Lina Boswell spent the holidays in Chicago visiting her daughters. A wonderful time was reported.
Services for Jim Kizer, a highly respected citizen of Henderson County were Tuesday afternoon at the Pilgrim Rest Baptist Church with the Rev. J W. Smith officiating. Ford Funeral Home in charge. He was a very active member of Pilgrim Rest Baptist Church, a deacon, member of the choir and a great Sunday School worker. He was willing and ready at all times to do for his church and also other churches.
He was a Mason and a member of the Good Will Club. For a number of years he served as custodian of Montgomery High School and served well. He will be sadly missed by the faculty and students of Montgomery High.
He leaves a wife, Mrs. Ruth Kizer; one sister, Mrs, Ollie B. Taylor; one brother, Will Kizer of Lexington, and a host of other relatives and friends.
January 18, 1962
Sunday services at Pilgrim Rest Church was conducted by the deacons due to the absence of the pastor, the Rev. J. W. Smith. Testimonial service was enjoyed by all present.
Mrs. Addie Mae Parker, who has been in Nashville for several months with her daughter, Mrs. Treva White, is now at home with her daughter, Mrs. Georgia Mae Cathey.
Willie Gooch of Omaha is visiting his sister, Mrs. Addie M. McClerking.
Mr. and Mrs. Robert Raspberry and Mrs. Marie B. Young of Missouri spent the weekend at home.
Muse Howard, who has been a patient at Jackson General, is at home and showing improvement.
Mr. and Mrs. Homer Cooper of Bruceton visited relatives and friends Sunday.
Mrs. Mildred Starks has returned to Chicago after spending three weeks with her sister, Mrs. Annie Mae Cathey and father, Hugh Gardner.
The writer attended the funeral of Miss Minther Simmons Thursday afternoon at the Wesley Chapel Church in Jackson. She was the sister of the Rev. W. W. Simmons, the former pastor of Keys Chapel Church. The Rev. M. L. Easley officiated.
Mamie Mitchell was guest of honor Sunday evening at a birthday party given in her parents' home, Mr. and Mrs. Elworth Flake at Montgomery Courts. The guest list included Odell Teague, Mae Helen Johnson, Peggy McDonald, Vivian and Essie M. Smith, Peggy Walker, Betty Wess, Thomas, Richard and Betty Hal-ton, Ernest R. Thomas, Judith Johnson, James Haywood Cathey, Jerry Priddy, Ella and Etora Ross, William Easley Jr., Clevona Easley, Herbert Melton, Leroy Phillips, John D. and James Belew, Ann Douglass, John L Kizer, Frances Ellis, Christine Johnson, Bertha and Betty Mitchell and Doris Flake of Nashville, an out of town guest. The menu consisted of Cheese spread on ritz cracker, tuna fish salad on ritz crackers, grape punch, cake and ice cream. Games were enjoyed, including Password. Everyone danced to music by one of our great artists. A wonderful time was enjoyed by all. Happy Birthday, Mamie and may you have many equally as happy.
January 25, 1962
Pvt. Fontaine Sneed, 23, son of Mrs. Cassie Sneed of Route 2 completed eight weeks of military police training at the Provost Marshal General Center, Fort Gordon, Ga. recently. Sneed received instruction in self defense, traffic control and the basic procedures of civil and military law. He entered the Army in November 61 and received basic training at Fort Jackson. S. C.
The regular third Sunday services were held at Lewis Chapel Church with the assistant pastor, the Rev. William Easley Jr. delivering a wonderful sermon.
Mrs. Garland Flowers of Nashville spent the weekend with the writer and husband.
Region IV inservice professional teachers meeting was held at Montgomery High School Friday with principal, A. L. Robinson as director. The general theme "Existing Needs in Region IV". Subject for discussion "There is a need for helping students improve study habits, skills and attitudes." There were three groups, grades 1-6, 7-12 and a parent group. All of the discussions were interesting and was enjoyed by all present. The consultants were Jack Mays, supervisor, University of Tenn. Martin, Dr. N. A. Crippins, A & I State University, Mrs. Winnie Range, supervisor, Hardin Co., Miss Kathleen Wright, supervisor of McNairy Co., Mrs. Eva Derryberry, supervisor of Henderson Co. and Dr. O. W. Grump of A & I State University. The Montgomery Chorus, under the direction of Mrs. Ollie Lue Pearson, rendered some very beautiful numbers. The superintendent's panel was held in the afternoon with Ashley Adams moderator. Others on the panel were Supt. J. S. Hurst, McNairy County, Mr. Truman of Hardin County, representing the Supt., H. F. Snodgrass, Mrs. Ray Bloodworth of Decatur County representing supt. Hearington. Those on the panel made wonderful contributions. Mrs. Bellina Watkins, the home economics teacher, spared no pains in preparing a very delicious dinner. It was enjoyed by all. I wish to congratulate principal, A. L. Robinson and the committee for planning such a wonderful program for the in-service meeting.
Services for Mrs. Pearl McConnico were held Sunday at Pilgrim Rest Baptist Church with the Rev. W. M. Donald of Humboldt officiating. Parham Funerl Home in charge. Mrs. McConnico died Wednesday morning in the home of her nephew, Hall Harmon. She had been ill for a few days.
She was a Baptist and a great church worker. She leaves a husband, Rev. E. M. McConnico of Columbia; two brothers, Tom Parker of Bruceton and Mosco Harmon of Fresno, Calif. some nieces and nephews and a host of relatives and friends.
Mr. and Mrs. James Teague were in Jackson Sunday to visit their sister-in-law, Mrs. Mary Lue Teague, who is a patient at Jackson General Hospital. She is showing improvement.
February 1, 1962
The Rev. J. W. Smith filled his regular Sunday appointment at Pilgrim Rest Church and delivered a wonderful sermon.
D. L. Parker and Mrs. Sallie Green of Peoria were called home due to the serious illness of their father, Buddy Parker.
Mrs. Bobbie Nell Bomer, who has been a patient at Lexington Hospital, is at home and showing improvement.
Mrs. Addie Harmon and Miss Jessie Trice were in Jackson Friday to attend the Royal Ladies Improvement Club. The writer accompanied them.
Odell Watson of Chicago is visiting his mother, Mrs. Grace Pitts, and aunt, Mrs. Ruth Kizer.
Mrs. Vassie Lue Flakes underwent surgery at Lexington Hospital last week and is doing fine.
The Montgomery teams played Merry high Wednesday night and both teams lost. Montgomery boys played a good game but lost fighting hard.
Mr. and Mrs. John Raspberry of Memphis spent Sunday with her father, Roy Smith and sisters, Mrs. Geneva Ellis and Miss Lillian Raspberry.
Mrs. Mae Johnson, Clyde Young and Mrs. Addie Harmon accompanied Marie B. Young to Western State Hospital Saturday to see her mother, Mrs. Ora Cooper.
Mrs. Lizzie Mae Johnson, who has been sick for several days, is showing some improvement.
The regular fourth Sunday services were held at Keys Chapel Church Sunday. The pastor being ill, the Rev. J. C. Cleaves filled his appointment and delivered a wonderful sermon, using as his text, Jeremiah 31:34 with subject "When God Forgets."
February 8, 1962
The Rev. G. C. Jenkins filled his regular appointment at Lewis Chapel Church Sunday and delivered a wonderful sermon on the subject "Blood bought Souls", text "Ye are bought with the price that are not of yourself, but of Christ." Cor. 6:20.
Congratulations: Georgia and Joe Henry Johnson are the parents of a baby girl born Jan. 28 at Lexington Hospital.
Congratulations: Ruby Mae and Murray Pearson, are the parents of a baby boy born Feb. 1 at Lexington Hospital.
Mr. and Mrs. Robert Raspberry and Marie B. Young of New Madrid, Mo. were among those present at the Intergate work shop Friday at Gideon, Mo. Alonzo L. Redmon, State Dept, Education of Jefferson City did a wonderful job of elementary consultant. A fine time was reported.
Congratulations: Miss Mozelle Yarbro, the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Johnnie Yarbro, on her marriage to Reuben Buck, the son of Mrs. Alice Buck. The marriage was solemnized at the St. Paul Parsonage Saturday with Rev. J. L. Burkley performing the ceremony. Reuben is employed at A & I State University. A happy life is wished for them.
Mrs. Vassie Lue Flakes, who has been a patient at Lexington Hospital, is now at home and showing improvement.
Mrs. Lizzie Cleaves, Prentice Wadley and the writer were in Nashville to see Will Wadley who is ill. He is showing some improvement.
The Montgomery team played Paris team last Wednesday night in Paris. The girls won and the boys lost. On Friday night they played Selmer. The girls won 43-19. The boys lost 54-47.
Mr. and Mrs. James Teague and Thaddeus were dinner guests of Mr. and Mrs. Edward Douglass and Cassandra Sunday.
Services for Mrs. Lillian Frame, who died Sunday at Champaign, Ill. were held last Friday afternoon at Seats Chapel Holiness Church at Cedar Grove with the Rev. Holmes officiating. Burial was in the church cemetery with Parham Funeral Home in charge. Surviving are her husband, Johnny B. Frame; three daughters, Janice Marie, Cynthia Ann and Vivian Frame of Champaign; here parents, Mr. and Mrs Buttler Chappel of Cedar Grove, a sister, Mrs. Mary Joe Browning, two brothers, Ordis Lee Chappel and Frank E. Chappel, both of Champaign.
Card of Thanks-I wish to thank everyone for their kindness, cards and flowers I received during my illness. May God's richest blessings rest upon you always. Mrs. Vassie L. Flakes.
February 15, 1962
The regular second Sunday services were held at Pilgrim Rest Church Sunday. The Rev. J. W. Smith preached a wonderful sermon.
Mr. and Mrs. Edward Kizer and Mrs. Dorothy Kizer were in Jackson Sunday to see Wern Kizer, a patient at Jackson General Hospital. They reported that he is doing fine.
Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Lee Cooper of Paducah spent the weekend with their parents, Mr. and Mrs. J. R. Teague and Mrs. Eliza Cooper.
Mrs. Bellina Watkins and Mary J. Wadley, the reporter, were in Jackson Sunday to see Charles Person, the husband of Wille L. Person, who has been a patient at Jackson General Hospital. He is now at home and doing fine.
The Rev. L. P. M. Robinson filled his regular second Sunday appointment at Keys Chapel Sunday and preached a wonderful sermon.
Cricket Reid, who has been a patient at Jackson General Hospital, is at home and showing improvement.
The Montgomery team played McKenzie team Friday night and lost both games.
The District IV tournament will be played at Montgomery High School Feb. 22, 23 and 24. Teams participating are Lexington, Decaturville, Selmer, Henderson and Savannah. All of these teams are very good. You will miss a treat if you fail to attend the tournament. Come out and enjoy the games and cheer Montgomery girls and boys on to victory.
The new homemakers enjoyed a district meeting at Douglass High in Memphis. Along with 1600 others. Lexington Chapel [Chapter] was featured on the program and received high praise. Rosetta Rockwood, a junior, delivered an inspiring talk on "The Duties of A Chapter Reporter." Mamie Mitchell, with the assistance of Ruthie Teague, the Hendrix twins and Ann Douglas, held the group spellbound with relaxers. Chaperons accompanying the girls were Mrs. B. H. Watkins, advisor to the chapter, Mrs. Lorene Harmon, chapter mother and Mary J. Wadley reporter.
Mr. and Mrs. James Teague were in Jackson Sunday to see Mary Lue Teague who is a patient at Jackson General Hospital. She is still improving.
February 22, 1962
The regular third Sunday services were held at Lewis Chapel Church Sunday with the Rev. William Easley Jr. delivering a wonderful sermon.
Mary Lue Teague, who has been a patient at Jackson General, is at home and showing improvement.
Mrs. Lizzie Cleaves visited relatives and friends in Clifton last week.
Mr. and Mrs. Walter Kizer spent last Sunday in Humboldt.
The Rev. J. L. Burkley filled his regular appointment at St. Paul Church Sunday and preached a wonderful sermon.
A large crowd attended the game last Tuesday night played between Montgomery and Clarksville. We lost but they played a very good game. During the half, the senior class gave away groceries. Doris Carver was the winner. The faculty wishes to thank everyone for their loyal support. We will be looking to see you at the tournament Feb. 22-24.
Mrs. Nannie Taylor spent the weekend in Nashville with her grandson, Franklin Taylor.
Buddy Parker, who has been seriously ill, is now showing some improvement.
Services for Bud Priddy, widely known and highly respected citizen of Henderson County were Sunday afternoon at Key's Chapel Church with the Rev. William Easley Jr. officiating. Burial was in Cooper's Grove Cemetery with Parham Funeral Home in charge.
Mr. Priddy died Friday morning in the home of his daughter on Garvey St. He was a Methodist. He leaves two daughters, Mrs. Helen McDonald of Lexington and Hazel Priddy of Paducah; a son, Elton Priddy of Paducah; three sisters, Lishie Priddy Reecie Rowsey of Henderson and Dottie Diggs of Lexington; two brothers, Charlie Priddy of Lexington and Lonnie Priddy of Cairo and a host of relatives and friends.
March 8, 1962
The regular first Sunday services were held at Lewis Chapel Church with the Rev. R. Godfrey delivering a wonderful sermon on "Give God The Best."
Mrs. Garland Flowers of Nashville spent last weekend with Prentice and Mary Wadley.
Algie Watson and Jack Carver are patients at Lexington Hospital.
Landers Kirby, a student at A & I University spent last weekend with his mother, Mrs. Katherine Ross.
Mrs. Virginia Spicer of Nashville spent last weekend with her mother Mrs. Anna Lee Kirby.
The Montgomeryetts sang at the J. B. Baptist Church in Henderson last Sunday afternoon. This program was sponsored by Salters Chapel AME Church who is now worshipping there since the burning of their church. A wonderful time was enjoyed by all. Mrs. Ollie Lue Pearson, the director, and Mary J. Wadley accompanied them. The Rev. William Easley Jr. is assistant pastor of Salters Chapel.
Mrs. Lue Nell Pearson underwent surgery at the Lexington Hospital recently. She is now at home and doing fine.
A large crowd attended the district IV tournament which was held at Montgomery High School. In the girls' division, Decaturville was first, Selmer second and Montgomery third. All Star was Peggy McDonald, of Montgomery. In the boys' division, Henderson was first, Montgomery second and Decaturville third. All star, Robert Carver of Montgomery.
Mr. and Mrs. Maxeff Watson of Benton Harbor, Mich. was called home on account of the illness of his father, Algie Watson.
Mr. and Mrs. James Teague and Thaddeus spent Sunday in Paris visiting relatives.
Those from Lexington attending the funeral of Otha Bailey at Clifton last Sunday were Mr. and Mrs. Tom Witherspoon, Augusta Witherspoon, Willie Wess, Karen Parker, Elsie Johnson, Esau Campbell, Jack Dickerson, Rev. W. T. Couch, presiding elder of West Nashville District officiated. Parham Funeral Home was in charge.
The Community Club met at Montgomery last Wednesday with Mrs. Bellina Watkins. Vivian Johnson is the president. The meeting nights are Wednesdays after the second and fourth Sundays. All ladies are welcome to this club. There are 12 members and we are looking to have many more to join. This club has planned a very interesting program. At the close of the meeting, hostess served sandwiches, drinks, ice cream and cake. A wonderful time was enjoyed by all.
The Rev. J. L. Burkley made his regular appointment at St. Paul Baptist Church Sunday day and delivered a wonderful sermon.
March 15, 1962
The regular second Sunday services were held at Pilgrim Rest Church with the Rev. J. W. Smith delivering a wonderful sermon.
Mr. and Mrs. Walter Kizer, Mrs. Anna L. Kirby, Mrs. Addie Harmon and Mrs. Katherine Ross attended the funeral of Charlie Crutchfield Wednesday in Paris.
Algie Watson, who has been a patient at Lexington Hospital, is at home and showing improvement.
Miss Margaret Taylor of Memphis spent the weekend with her sister, Mrs. Addie Harmon.
Mrs. Essie. Ellis is a patient at Lexington Hospital.
The Miss Bronze West Tennessee pageant, sponsored by the Jackson Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, was held at Merry High School in Jackson March 8. Participants were high school young ladies selected on the basis of talent, charm, personality and good moral character. Mamie L. Mitchell, a senior at Montgomery, sang very beautifully "Because." There were 29 talent competitors, Miss Bronze of West Tennessee was winner of a $300 scholarship to any college of her choice. This scholarship was won by a senior at Merry High. First runner up $100 scholarship given by WJAK, a Merry High. senior. Second runner up $100 scholarship given by Atra Skin Tone was won by a senior at Stigall High School at Humboldt. Those from Lexington attending were Mrs. Eula Mae Kennedy and daughtcrs, Mrs. Golden Kizer, Mrs. Vassie Flakes, Mrs. Janice Beal, Addle M. Massey, Argentra Melton, Frances Ellis, Ora Lee Harmon, Bertha Mitchell, Marlyn Moffitt, Richard Ann Moffitt, Lena Flakes, Christine Johnson, Mrs. Ollie L. Pearson and Mary J. Wadley. A wonderful time was enjoyed by all.
The second, quarterly conference of the Paris-Jackson District was held at Salters Chapel Church in Henderson Sunday with the Rev. G. C. Jenkins, the presiding elder delivering a wonderful sermon. Those from Lexington attending were Mr. and Mrs. Tom Weatherspoon, James McHaney, Joe H. Stanford, B. W. Harmon, Golden Kizer, Mozella Buck, Lorraine Easley, Mary McDonald and Mary J. Wadley.
The members of St. Paul Baptist Church choir will present Choir Day Sunday afternoon, March 18 at 3. The Montgomeryettes, local and out of town choirs will be present. We are inviting you to come and enjoy an evening of wonderful singing.
Mrs. Artie M. Saunders of Chicago was called home on account of the illness of her mother, Mrs. Essie Ellis.
Mrs. Kathrine Robinson, Mrs. Allene Sparks and William Sparks of New York visited their mother, Mrs. Lizzie Cleaves.
New homemakers who attended the state convention at Nashville were Rosetta Rockwood, Bettye Wess, Judith Johnson, Mamie Mitchell and advisor, Mrs. B. H. Watkins. It was most inspiring. The theme, "Youths' Challenge For International Understanding" was explored from every angle with NHAers taking complete charge of programs rendered.
Card of Thanks - We the members of the Algie Watson family wish to express our thanks and gratitude for all the kindness rendered during his illness. Thanks so very much for the beautiful flowers, cards and helpful deeds. May God bless each of you. The Watson family.
March 22, 1962
The regular third Sunday services were held at the St. Paul Baptist Church with the Rev. U. J. Smith delivering a wonderful sermon.
Luther Buckley of Nashville spent the weekend with Mary J. and Prentice Wadley.
Mr. and Mrs. Cecil Cathey and Hugh Gardner spent last Sunday in Nashville with their son and grandson, Beanie Cathey who is a student at Tenn. State University.
On Saturday, Feb. 24, the NHA group attended a meeting in Alamo. Tom Halton won third place in the quiz contest, Bobby Stanford second place in the talent contest, Montgomery won second place in the quartet singing. The boys participating were Tom Halton, Clevonya Easley, William Easley Jr. and Gerald Wayne Dixon. A wonderful time was reported. Odell Parker accompanied them.
Mrs. Elsie Johnson and Mrs. Mae L. Johnson attended the West Tenn. Central Board meeting at Bethlehem Church in Bolivar last week.
Mr. and Mrs. Robert Raspberry and Marie B. Young of New Madrid, Mo. were among the four thousand teachers present at the South East Teachers Association Friday at Cape Giradeau, Mo.
Lewis Chapel Church will sponsor Neighhorhood Teas Sunday, March 25 from 4 until 6. The teas will be in the homes of Mrs. Lue Etta Howard, Mrs. Willie Witherspoon, Mrs. Josie McHaney and Mary J. Wadley. Everyone is invited to attend the teas.
Mrs. Eula Timberlake and Mrs. Alma Moore of Nashville spent Thursday with Mr. and Mrs. Lee Johnson.
Mr. and Mrs. Harvey Green and son of Peoria spent a few days with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Bubby Parker.
Vanassie Cathey, the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Clarence Cathey, who has been a patient at Lexington Hospital, is at home and doing fine.
Mrs. Isola Parker, James Teague and Luther Buckley motored to Martin Sunday afternoon to see Claude Howard.
Matthew White of Louisville, Ky. spent the weekend with his wife, Mrs. Nettie White.
The Choir Day at St. Paul Church was a great success. Choirs from McLemoresville, Jacks Creeks, New Reeder Springs and Hollow Rock were present along with local choirs. The president, Mrs. Laveria Flowers, and the members wish to thank everyone for their cooperation.
Jodie Claussel of Memphis visited his aunt, Mrs. Nannie Taylor.
March 29, 1962
The Rev. L. P. M. Robinson filled his appointment at Keys Chapel Church Sunday and delivered a wonderful sermon on "Christ at the Cross."
The Rev. J. W. Smith filled his regular appointment at Pilgrim Rest Baptist Church on Sunday and delivered a wonderful sermon.
The Woman Society of Christian Service of Cedar Grove Circuit met in the home of Mrs. Nettie Harmon. Refreshments were served at the close of the meeting.
Mr. and Mrs. Leo Jackson son and daughter of Chicago spent the weekend with their parents, Mrs. Anna Lee Kirby and Mr. and Mrs. Logan Kizer.
Pilgrim Rest Baptist Church worshipped with the Cumberland Street Baptist Church on Sunday. A wonderful time was enjoyed by all.
Lewis Fatie Harmon had a stroke Sunday afternoon. He is at Lexington Hospital.
Leo Jackson Jr., a student at Tenn. State University, spent the weekend with Mr. and Mrs. Edward Kizer.
Congratulations, Mr. and Mrs. Lewis E. Timberlake, are the parents of a baby girl.
Henry Crook and Mrs. James Crook of Providence, Ky. Spent the weekend with their father, Jim Crook.
The Rev. Paul Gooch of Illinois spent Saturday with his sister, Mrs. Addie M. McClerking.
The Henderson County Teachers Association sponsored a basketball game last Thursday night The school team played the alumnus. A five dollar bill was given away. The winner was Miss Thelma Hart. A wonderful time was enjoyed by all.
Mrs. Essie Ellis is still a patient at Lexington Hospital.
April 5, 1962
The Rev. G. C. Jenkins filled his regular appointment at Lewis Church and delivered a wonderful sermon on "God's Remedy for a Sin Sick World."
The Rev. J. L. Burkley filled his regular appointment at St. Paul Church Sunday and delivered a wonderful sermon.
Mrs. Treva White of Nashville was called home due to the illness of her mother, Mrs. Addle Mae Parker.
Lewis Harmon, who has been a patient at Lexington Hospital, is at home and showing improvement.
Waymon Jones and daughter of Nashville visited his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Henry Jones.
Mrs. Lue Etta Howard is a patient at Lexington Hospital.
A baby contest was held recently at the Church of God on Garvey Street. The winner was Jinnie Howard, the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Muse Howard.
Leon Williams is a patient at Lexington Hospital.
Mrs. Eula Timberlake and Mrs. Alma Moore of Nashville spent Thursday with Mr. and Mrs. Lee Johnson.
The Annual Parent night will be held at Montgomery High School April 11 at 7. All parents are invited. A wonderful program has been planned for your enjoyment. The faculty will be looking to see you on April 11.
Choir day will be held at Pleasant Hill Baptist Church the fifth Sunday in this month at 2 p.m.
Arthur Cooper, Mrs. Odessa Westbrooks, Mrs. Midney Green and Mrs. Elsie Johnson were at the Western State Hospital Tuesday to see Mrs. Ora Cooper.
Mrs. Flora White, Bernell and Earl are visiting in Indianapolis, Ind.
G. C. Jenkins, Mrs. Ann Snardon, Mrs. Ruby Hyd and children, Gleen Smith and Sgt. George Perkins of Clarksville worshipped with Lewis Chapel Church Sunday.
Mrs. Frances Bell of Nashville is visiting Mrs. Nannie Taylor.
Mr. and Mrs. Issac Jerome Harmon and Robert Williams Jr. of Memphis spent the weekend with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Nathaniel and grandmother, Mrs. Odessa Westbrooks.
Rev, and Mrs. H. Godfrey of Morris Chapel worshipped with Lewis Chapel Church Sunday.
Mr. and Mrs. Ralph Kelly and children of Savannah spent Sunday with Mr. and Mrs. Willard Buck.
Card of thanks-I wish to hank everyone for their kindness shown to me during the illness of my husband at the Lexington Hospital. May God's richest blessings rest upon each of you. Mrs. Addie Harmon
A Montgomery High School student makes good. The Rev. Edward L. Brown of Jackson has been awarded a Protestant Fellowship from the Rockefellow Brothers Theological Fund. This fellowship was given as one of twenty-five granted to outstanding students in the United States and Canada. It is a one year fellowship which permits a student who is committed to the parish ministry and a vocational goal to study at the seminary of his choice. The announcement of the 1962-63 class of fellows was made by President Nathan M. Pusey of Harvard University, chairman of the fund granting the fellowships. Rev. Brown, a middler at the Interdenomination Theological Ccnter, Atlanta, Ga. spent his early life in the Salem CME Church. He attended Montgomery High School where he received several honors. He is also a graduate of Lane College, Jackson, where he received awards for outstanding service in the field of religion, as the most valuable football player of the year and as the most valuable tenor soloist for the Lane College Choir. Rev. Brown has an outstanding record as a student pastor. While a student at Lane, he was successful in building a beautiful church in Boliver. He is presently serving as pastor of the St. Mary CME Church in Chattanooga.
Mr. and Mrs. Connie Neal and daughters, Gaye and Kaye, of Paducah, Ky. spent the weekend with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. W. L. Ferguson, and her sister, Mrs. Ruth Williams.
Date Unknown, April 1962
The regular second Sunday services were held at Pilgrim Rest Church Sunday. The Rev. W. M. Monroe of Jackson was the speaker and delivered a wonderful sermon.
The Rev. L. P. M. Robinson filled his regular second Sunday appointment at Keys Chapel Church and delivered a wonderful sermon.
Installation services will be held at Lewis Chapel Church Sunday night at 7. The public is invited.
Mrs. Essie Ellis, who has been a patient at Lexington Hospital, is at home and showing improvement.
Congratulations to Mr. and Mrs. William Johnson who are the parents of a baby boy.
The Rev. G. C. Jenkins will deliver the Eastern Star sermon Sunday, April 15, at Keys Chapel Church. The time is 3 and the public is invited.
Miss Vidella Williams and Miss Ilene Hendrix graduated from the practical nursing course which was conducted at the Lexington High School Friday night. Dr. Maurice N. Lowry delivered the address. Mis- [about six lines missing] [Click here for a photograph.]
Date Unknown, Mid-April 1962
The Rev. R. T. Kenny, pastor of Wesley Chapel Church in Clarksville preached the installation sermon at Lewis Chapel Church Sunday night. Others present from Clarksville were Mrs. G. C. Jenkins, Mrs. Walker, Mrs. Ann Snorton and Mr. Smith.
Mrs. Virginia Lee Spicer of Nashville spent Sunday with her mother, Mrs. Anna Lee Kirby.
A Silver Tea was held at Pilgrim Rest Church Sunday afternoon. A wonderful time was enjoyed by all present.
A large crowd attended Parent Night at Montgomery School last Wednesday night. Mrs. Cassie McCullough spoke in behalf of parents. The keynote speaker was Judge Clyde Reeves. The chorus, under the direction of Mrs. Ollie L. Pearson, sang wonderful songs. At the close of the program, a delicious plate was served.
Mrs. Jessie Buckley of Cleveland, Ohio is visiting her mother, Mrs. Dessie Steele.
Nathaniel Beal, the son of Joe Beal, had the misfortune of getting hit by a truck Saturday on the Parsons Highway. He was carried to Lexington Hospital and later to a Memphis hospital.
The Rev, and Mrs. James Earl Thomas of St. Petersburg, Fla. visited his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Curtis Thomas of the Luray community.
Montgomery High School's commencement calendar:
Wed., April 25, Intermediate Grades, "Wildcat Willie Gets Brain Fever."
Fri., April 27, 8:00, High School Play, "Have A Heart"
Fri., April 27, After Play, NHA Mother-Daughter Tea
Thurs., May 3 7:45, Junior-Senior Prom, "Block-Busters"
Sun., May 6, 3:00, Baccalaureate Sermon, Dr. William J. Simmons, Dean of Men, Tenn. State University, Nashville, Tenn.
Wed., May 9, 7:45, Elementary Night, "Under The Moon-bow."
Fri., May 11, 8:00, Commencement, Dr. Joseph A. Payne Jr., Dean of Student, Tenn. State University, Nashville, Tenn.
Admission to plays will be 15 & 25c.
Date Unknown, Spring 1962
The Rev. J. W. Smith filled his regular appointment Sunday at Pilgrim Rest Church and delivered a wonderful sermon.
Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Lee Cooper and children of Paducah spent Easter with their parents, Mr. and Mrs. J. R. Teague and Mrs. Eliza Cooper.
Easter programs were held at the following churches; Keys Chapel, Pilgrim Rest, Lewis Chapel and St. Paul. Wonderful programs were given at each church.
Sgt. and Mrs. D. J. Robinson of Bristol spent Easter with her mother, Mrs. Rena Kennedy.
Mr. and Mrs. Earl Watt of Paducah spent Easter with her sister, Mrs. Janice Beal, and mother, Mrs. Mary Lue Corbitt.
A Heaven and hell party, sponsored by Mt. Tabor Church, was held in the home of Mrs. Clara West Saturday night. A wonderful time was reported.
Students from Tennessee State College spending the holidays with their parents were Landers Kirby, Ann Parker, Lee Anna Johnson, Doris Seats, Ruby Hendrix, Edna Johnson and two of her friends, Mila Wells and Jimmy Harris.
Johnny Edwards of Nashville spent Easter with Mr. and Mrs. A. L. Robinson.
May 3, 1962
Dr. William James Simmons, Dean of Men, Tennessee A & I State University in Nashville will deliver the baccalaureate sermon at Montgomery High School Sunday, May 6 at 3 p.m.
Dr. Joseph A. Payne Jr., Dean of Students, Tennessee A & I will deliver the commencement address on Friday night, May 11 at 8.
The Union Sunday school me at St. Paul Church Sunday morning. Churches represented were Pilgrim Rest, Keys Chapel, Pleasant Hill and St. Paul. Willard Buck presided over the Union.
The Missionary Society of St. Paul sponsored a rally Sunday at 11:30. The Montgomeryettes sang some wonderful songs.
Choir Day was held at Pleasant Hill Church Sunday afternoon. Neighborhood choirs and out of town choirs participated. A wonderful time was enjoyed all.
Mrs. Garland Flowers spent the weekend with Prentice and Mary Wadley.
Mrs. Lessie Harmon of Nashville is visiting her daughter, Mrs. Addie Harmon.
Miss Juanita Witherspoon and Mr. and Mrs. Raymond Bell of Nashville recently visited their parents, Mr. and Mrs. Tom Witherspoon.
The fifth and sixth grades of Montgomery School presented a one act play on April 25 entitled "Wild Cat Willie Gets Brain Fever." The seventh and eighth grades presented a one act play "Grandma Fixes Things." Sponsors were Mrs. Ruth Williams, Miss. Nettie M. White, Mrs. Ollie Pearson and Mrs. Eula Mae Kennedy.
Those from Montgomery Hi attending the track meet in Nashville on April 28 were Anthony Buck, Jerry Priddy and Ralph Smith. Anthony won third place in the shot put, with a put of 43 feet and 9 inches. Jerry and Ralph participated in the mile and 440 yard dash respectively with Jerry gaining fifth place. Only regional and runnerup could participate in the meet.
Mr. and Mrs. Cecil Cathey, Hugh Gardner and Mr. and Mrs. Talten Thomas spent Sunday in Nashville with Bennie Cathey who is a studant at Tenn. State University.
Mrs. Lorraine Easley and William Easley Jr. spent last Thursday in Paris attending the Paris-Jackson District Conference. A wonderful time was reported.
May 10, 1962
SERVICES HELD FOR MRS. ANDERSON
Services for Mrs. Asolee Anderson were Tuesday afternoon at Mt. Tabor Methodist Church with the Rev. Frank Holmes officiating. Burial was in the Cathey Cemetery with Parham Funeral Home of Parsons in charge.
Mrs. Anderson, who was 82, died Saturday at the Lexington Hospital after a lengthy illness. She was born in Henderson County and was a Methodist.
She leaves two daughter, Mrs. Flossie Boone and Mrs. Velar Boone, both of Lexington; three sons, Alvin Anderson of Lexington, Hobert Anderson and Riley Anderson, both of Tiptonville; six grandchildren and ten great-grandchildren.
May 24, 1962
The commencement at Montgomery High School closed Friday night, May 11 with Dr. Payne of Nashville delivering a very wonderful and timely address on "Excellence." There were twenty two graduates. Salutatorian was McArthur McGill, the son of Mrs. Maxine McGill. Barbara Ann Odle of Linden was valedictorian.
Mrs. Pauline West of Indianapolis is visiting her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Green Harmon.
Gene Arthur McGill and Joe L. Phelps were in a car wreck recently.
Miss. Margie Williams and Robert Jr. and Mr. and Mrs. Jerome Harmon spent Sunday with Mrs. Odessa Westbrooks and Mr. and Mrs. Nathaniel Smith.
Mr. and Mrs. Murray Taylor, daughter and grandson, Mrs. Annie Mae Dixon and Willie of Chicago, Mr. and Mrs. Wright of Centerville, Mrs. Mary Helen Allison, Thelma, Robert and Mrs. Lessie Harmon and Mr. and Mrs. Harmon of Nashville spent the weekend with Mr. and Mrs. Lewis Harmon and Prentice and Mary Wadley.
Funeral services were held Sunday, May 13 for Mrs. Margie Phelps at the Church of God. Mrs. Phelps died at the rest home in Jackson. The Rev. Douglas Blarak officiated. Survivors are a son, Governor Moffitt of Union City; a stepson, Cecil Phelps of Decaturville, two sisters and one brother.
Womens Day was held at Lewis Chapel Church Sunday May 13 at 3 p.m. Mrs. B. H. Watkins was guest speaker. She delivered a wonderful address on "A United Front". A wonderful time was enjoyed by all.
Mrs. Artie Saunders is at home on account of the illness of her mother, Mrs. Essie Ellis.
Mr. and Mrs. Tom Witherspoon and family spent last Sunday in Clifton.
Mrs. Martha Lue Smith has been in Nashville because of the illness of her daughter.
Miss Rosetta Rockwood is vacationing in Chicago.
Mrs. Virginia Lee Spicer and Miss Zelma Corbitt visited their parents, Mrs. Anna Lee Kirby and Mrs. Rosie McClerking.
A large crowd attended the homecoming at the Pleasant Hill Baptist Church Sunday. A wonderful time was enjoyed by all.
The regular third Sunday services were held at Lewis Chapel Church with Evangelist V. J. Smith delivering a wonderful sermon.
Charlene Johnson, the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Charles Johnson, had the misfortune of getting her ankle broken. She has been a patient at Lexington Hospital. She is now at home and showing improvement.
Jodie Claussel of Memphis spent the weekend with his aunt, Mrs. Nannie Taylor. Mrs. Beulah Parker of Memphis spent the weekend with her mother, Mrs. Percy Parker, and sister, Mrs. U. L. Harmon.
Mr. and Mrs. Robert Raspberry and Mrs. Marie B. Young, teachers at New Madrid, Mo., spent the, weekend at home.
Manuel Townsend spent the weekend with his son, Howard Townsend, of Jackson.
Mr. and Mrs. Sam Johnson Jr. of Nashville spent the weekend with their parents, Mr. and Mrs. Obie Flakes and Mr. and Mrs. Sam Johnson Sr.
Funeral services were held for Walter Carver, a well known Henderson Countian, last Thursday at Greater Bethel Church in Jackson.
May 31, 1962
The Rev. J. W. Smith filled his regular appointment at the Pilgrim Rest Church Sunday and delivered a wonderful sermon.
The Community Beautifying Club met recently in the home of Mrs. Annie Mae Cathy.
Clyde Greer, Adell Odell, Eddie Lewis Teague and Joe Lewis White spent the weekend in Indianapolis recently.
Miss Clyde Funderburk visited her niece in Nashville recently.
Mr. and Mrs. Raymon Bell of Nashville spent last Thursday with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Tom Witherspoon.
Mrs. Nannie Taylor and Mrs. Addle Harmon were in Memphis Wednesday to see Mrs. Taylor's sister who is ill. Jodie Clausell accompanied them.
Mrs. Anne Dickerson, Mrs. Frances Massey and Mrs. Lena Flakes attended the homecoming service at Hollow Rock last Sunday.
Mrs. Eula Whitaker and daughter of Columbia recently visited her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Austin Werthing.
Mr. and Mrs. L. M. Buckley of Cleveland, Ohio are visiting their parents, Mr. and Mrs. John Steel and Mr. and Mrs. James McHaney.
John Edwards of Nashville is visiting his sister, Mrs. Bland Robinson.
Waymon Jones, son of Mr. and Mrs. Henry Jones, and Janice McCollough, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Judge McCollough, will receive their degree at Tenn. State University this week.
Services for Mrs. Mary Nell Carver, a highly respected citizen of Henderson County were Saturday at the St. Paul Baptist Church with the Rev. J. L. Burkley officiating. Burial was in the Lexington Cemetery with Parham Funeral Home in charge. Mrs. Carver was a very lovable and likeable person and a faithful church worker. She was a Baptist. She leaves her husband, William Royal Carver; a son, William Carver; two brothers, Thomas McDonald and James McDonald; and mother, Mrs. Mozella McDonald.
Mrs. Lucille Kizer has returned from Chicago and Joliet where she visited her son and daughter.
Congratulations to Mr. and Mrs. Charles Teague who are parents of a baby girl born at Lexington Hospital.
Mr. and Mrs. J. R. Teague and family spent Sunday in Hollow Rock attending the homecoming.
Mr. and Mrs. John F. Taylor of Nashville spent the weekend with his grandmother, Mrs. Nannie Taylor and father, Herman Taylor.
Mrs. Janice Beal, wife of George Beal, will receive her degree from Lane College this week.
Students at home for the summer from Tenn. State University are Doris Jean Seats, Curtis McCollough, Lee Ana Johnson, Christine Johnson, James Hines, Leo Jackson Jr., Landers Kirby and Ruby Hendrix.
Sgt. and Mrs. W. T. Hardy of Layton, Utah were in Lexington Wednesday visited friends, Mrs. Hardy is the former business teacher at Montgomery High School.
Homecoming day was held at the Coopers Grove Church Sunday.
Mr. and Mrs. Issac Harmon spent a few days with his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Hubie Harmon of Peoria. Palma, Paula, Barbara and Dennis are spending the summer with their grandparents.
Ettoria Ross celebrated her 17th birthday, May 25 at the home of her grandmother, Mrs. Anna Lee Kirby on Madison Street. They danced to poplar music and while dancing, her sister, Ella Frances, had the misfortune of affecting her right hip while dancing to the music of the twist. She was carried to Lexington Hospital, but is now home doing fine. The guest list included Judith Johnson, Sarah Johnson, Lula Pearson, Peggy Walker, Betty Wess, Peggy McDonald, Edith Cathey, Bertha Mitchell, Barbara Ellis, Ann Douglass, Mary Helen McGill, McArthur McGill, Christine Johnson, Mamie Mitchell, Mary Helen Johnson, Maxine Thomas, Nelia Carver, Linda Hines, Ruthie Teague, Herbert Melton, Larry Parker, Larry Jackson, Odell Teague, Freddie Neal, Albert Wilson, Clyde Greer, William Greer, Thomas Halton, Richard Halton, Oscar Harmon, Ernest Ray Thomas, Robert Carver, Dwight Pate, James Curtis, Arthur Lee Neal, John D. Belew and John H. Cathey. A wonderful time was enjoyed by all. Happy birthday, Ettorla, and may you have many equally as happy.
Cynthia Easley, the granddaughter of Mr. and Mrs. E. B. Dickerson, celebrated her 11th birthday Sunday evening at her grandparents' home on Derryberry Street. There was 21 guests present. Everyone danced to the music of our great artists. The menu consisted of ice cream, cake, drinks, sandwiches and potato chips. A wonderful time was enjoyed by all.
Bennie Cathey, the son of Mr. and Mrs. Cecil Cathey, is home for a week from Tenn. State University. He will leave next week to attend summer school.
Card of Thanks-We wish to thank our many friends for the kindness shown us during the illness and the death of our loved one, Mary Nell Carver. May God's richest blessings rest upon each of you. Mrs. Mozella McDonald, William Royal Carver, Thomas McDonald and James McDonald.
Date Unknown, Late June1962
Services for John H. Parkee, a former Henderson Countian were last Saturday at Quayle Methodist Church in Sauna, Kan. with Rev. W. H. Blackmon officiating. Burial was in Sauna Cemetery with Rush Smith Funeral Home of Salina in charge. Mr. Parker died suddenly of a heart attack last Monday in his home in Sauna. He was a Methodist, steward and treasurer of the NAACP Sauna Chapter. He was born in Henderson County. He leaves his father, Clay Parker of Lexington; three sisters, Mrs. Ramell Jennings of Salina, Kan.; Mrs. Ruth Cannon of Hasting, Neb., Mrs. Irene Watson of Lexington and 16 grandchildren.
Among those attending the funeral services of John H. Parker at Salina, Kans. were Mrs. Irene Watson, Mrs. Laveria Flowers both of Lexington, Mrs. Lillian Parker, Mrs. Lorene Mays and Mrs. Alice Mason all of Jackson.
Mr. and Mrs. Blondell Thomas are the parents of a fine baby boy born June 18, Lexington Hospital. Congratulations!
Mrs. Janie Small has undergone surgery at Jackson General Hospital~ She is showing improvement and will return home sometime during the week.
Willie H. Lee II, a graduate of Lane College and Director of the Natural and Physical Science at Jones Training School at Lewisburg has received a grant of $1,400.00 to attend Fisk University for eight weeks in Science Education. This has been his second summer on such a grant. He is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Willie N. Lee of Lexington. Congratulations!
Mr. and Mrs. Reuben West of Indianapolis, Ind., have returned after spending days here with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Green Harmon.
Walter Jean Watson and Landers Kirby are spending several days in Chicago as guests of Mrs. Eddie Mae Wil.. son and Mrs. Willie Sue Jackson.
The Rev. W. M. Smith, minister of the Pilgrim Rest Baptist Church filled his appointment Sunday morning and ,preached from the subject "The New World."
Mrs. Evergene Cooper, Mrs. Irene Neal, Arthur Lee Neal all of Lexington; Mrs. Eula Timberlake and Mrs. Alma Rose Moore both of Nashville attended the funeral services of their cousin, Mrs, Genie Britt of Paris last Tuesday.
Mrs. Bernice Scoggins and children and Mrs. Ora Lee Johnson of Chicago are the guests of their parents, Mr. and Mrs. Chester Crutchfield.
Mrs. Mae Wilburn and children of Lawerence, Kans. were called here because of the illness of her mother, Mrs. Janie Small.