Her grave will be beside that of her husband, Doss O. Dumas, who died March, 1936, at 70. They visited Wilcox County during the summer of 2017. With the help of Lance Britt and Brittany House Antiques, we have been slowing furnishing the house. The play was enjoyed by a large and appreciative audience. Do you know if there are any records of the burials in Camden Cemetery? I look forward to hearing from you! Pictured at the beginning of this article is a photograph of our home in Camden when it was one of the historic homes featured on the WHS Tour of Homes in 2020. Mr. Dudley had been a resident of Huntsville since 1953. We connected Lance to the Cawleys and Harvest Arts has expanded its concert series not only in Alabama, but Tennessee and Florida as well. From a WHS Facebook post shared from Lee Peacock Wilcox County Alabama News Flashback for October 13, 2021 featuring a photo of Martha and John Lamkin and Mr. Lamkins obituary, Albert Blochs obituary along with news from Pine Hill, Bellview, Camden and Allenton: I treasure each of these posts with sneaks into past residents in Wilcox County! As the church grew, other deacons that served the church included Dec. Howard Mahan, Dec. Moses Suggs, Sr., Dec. Zelvis Hines, Dec. Leeguster Arnold, Dec. Edwards, Dec. Blackmon, and Dec. Tommy Arnold. Owner in 1937 - Mrs. F. L. Cade. Next my grandfather Harold Watts Grimes lived there bringing his bride, his childhood sweetheart, my grandmother, Frances Donald Dudley Grimes and her son, Hugh Dudley to live there when they married in 1927. Gift memberships are now available! The home was named Rosemary by Mr. Cades wife, Mary, not for roses or her own name, but for the fragrant herb. Considerable cotton and corn is raised in the beat and much attention is given to hog and cattle raising. Hastings in pastor. There are a variety of ways you can help us restore the Female Institute. Her grandparents were Camille and Pete Jones. I am pleased to announce that the Harvest Arts Ensemble is coming back at Christmas! Roy McIntosh gave the treasurers report. Fred Henderson, Lt. Wirt Moore, Sgt. The object of the club was mutual benefit, intellectual culture and community welfare. She is buried in New Brockton, AL. Each Christmas a box was sent to Bryces Hospital in Tuscaloosa. Not only will we raise money for the WHS, but we will also generate positive public exposure for Pine Apple and Wilcox County. We sincerely hope that it can be placed on the National Register of Historic Places for its preservation.. If we are not able to accommodate your request, the money for that specific event will be refunded. These cabins are located within the camping loop. Bonner, our efficient circuit clerk, was visiting relatives on Oak Hill last week. Wed be interested in any other recommendations you might have. In 1870 Dr. Miller opened a school in Camden for men and boys entirely separate from the female college. Sessions was our US State Senator from Alabama from 1997 2017 and the 84th US Attorney General from 2017 2018. The brides host of friends regret to see her departure. If you have any information to help with these inquiries, please let us know and we will be happy to pass it along or put you in contact with the interested party. , Wilcox Historical Society Officers for 2022, Garland Cook Smith, Vice President and Program Chairperson, Martha Grimes Lampkin, Editor and Social Media Manager, The Restoration of the Wilcox Female Institute. In 1989 Watson Jones of Camden purchased the 2,000-acre plantation from the Frank Cade estate. We have three children: Elizabeth, 28, Andrew, 26 and Caitlin, 24. Theres really a lot of tension and anxious anticipation in the as to who got this, that and the other. Mr. and Mrs. Wm. We look forward to seeing you soon in Camden! Plans were completed for entertainment and supper Friday night, March 13th. J. Paul Jones Hospital was the long-awaited culmination of many years of public-private partnerships and committees arising from the passage of the Hill-Burton Free and Reduced Cost Health Care Act of 1946. Daughter Virginia died at age 7 in 1854 and Anna died three weeks later at age 12. I would love to share it with you all, and perhaps learn about the Seale family and the home itself. He bought fabulous jewels for her form Cartier in Paris, and as if that were not enough, to which hurt King George and Queen Mary especially was that many of the jewels that Mrs. Simpson paraded were royal heirlooms from the priceless collection of the Kings mother Queen Alexandra, who bequeathed them to the Prince of Wales to be worn by his future wife. The day was voted a huge success by both teachers and pupils. On April 29, 1921, a group of women who were interested in forming a literary club met at Moore Academy in Pine Apple. Comprising 883 square miles, Wilcox County is part of Alabama's Black Belt and lies in the southwestern part of the state. Collections. The name was again changed. The Club encouraged the planting of trees and shrubs on private property. All ticket holders will need to register at the church to receive an arm band, brochure and map. So, I have been doing long distance research all these years with a few trips to Alabama when I can. Seale read the constitution and by-laws. Madeline and Hannah are coming back and they have added concert dates in Camden to their schedule! He was from a grand tradition of physicians that included his grandfather, father and two uncles in a longstanding practice of rural medicine that is seemingly unparalleled in todays terms. Your potential tax deduction is based on the stated value for goods or services provided. We love the feeling of community. Religion and education formed an important part in the community, which brings me up to my subject; the old Wilcox County Female Institute the most beloved building in Wilcox County. Lily Godbold was the wife of Gus Bright. The great green forest giant has come alive and now wherever he spreads his arms, other man-made giants of saw, and plane, and lathe have arisen. These monies coupled with part of the proceeds from the 2022 Tour of Homes and the eventual sale of our property in Sunny South will get us even closer. We installed all new plumbing, wiring and HVAC and a front and back porch. Or if you prefer, please mail dues to: P O Box 464, Camden, AL 36726 and be sure to include your name, mailing address, email address and phone number. John told us we could not leave Alabama without eating at Gaines Ridge in Camden. Kathy graduated from the University of Alabama and has her Masters in Nutrition from UAB. His generosity of spirit has produced a significant body of accessible work for the public. Representing 10,300 acres with 73 buildings, and 14 structures, the Furman Historic District, encompassing Old Snow Hill Road, Wilcox County Road 59, Burson Road, and AL 21, was placed on the National Register of Historic Places on May 13, 1999. The Senior Class has also been busy electing Favorites for the year. Take home an autographed copy as a keepsake of this special weekend. We did, and some of our young Caucasians evidently were so much smitten with the show, that they wanted to be clowns and try the trapeze. His Estate was to be kept together until the death of his wife or she remarries. In 1848 a board of citizens made up subscriptions for the construction of the building to be known as The Wilcox County Female Institute. It was built by slave labor and the bricks used throughout were made from the clay in the space now used as the athletic field of Wilcox County High School. I looked at Laura and said, SOLD. He even invited Betty Kennedy to fill us in on stories and history of the area. We plan to spend a few hours exploring Furman. Greek Revival style school building, built 1845 to 1850 as a, This page was last edited on 16 April 2022, at 16:00. Tickets go on sale November 26th. But the Civil War temporarily took him away. Being chosen Wittiest are Pug Hayes and Charles Tait. The Camden Associate Reformed Presbyterian Church was the venue for the Harvest Arts Harp Quintet on September 26th. In Montgomery, theshow isexpanded to include loans of furnishings and materials from Alabamas Black Belt and the central Alabama region from the collections of the Landmarks Foundation of Montgomery, the Alabama Department of Archives and History, and private lenders. Valet parking will be provided. Quite a number of worthy young people were helped by this scholarship. Hello, I stumbled across your Wilcox Historical Society by accident. Bacon was principal. He sent me his un-published book that traced our family back to the 1500s in Bray, Berkshire, England! We are keeping the original house as close to period as possible. Hal enjoyed the outdoors including raising cattle, baling hay, and growing timber. As if that were not enough, our Tour generates thousands of dollars in tax revenue for the county and is a big weekend for our local business owners as well. They will be performing their Christmas Concert at the Wilcox Female Institute Friday, December 17th and Saturday, December 18th at 7:00 pm. We look forward to their return and expanding the Concert Series this year. Church on Pecan and Live Oak Streets, pastored the Morning Star Baptist Church 4 years, Macedonia Baptist Church, Pensacola, Fla. After 5 years illness I resigned the pastorage and am doing evangelistic work for God and His Christ, teaching Bible school in my home each Wednesday from 8:30-9:30. The animal is being prepare for mounting, it was said and will probably be placed on exhibition. Born in 1884, he would graduate from Wilcox County High in 1911 and attend college and medical school at the University of Alabama and Tulane University, respectively. Our agent reached out to Don Donald and set up a meeting. The play opens a four-night run February 6 in Claremont. There is a renaissance happening in Downtown Camden, historic homes are being bought and restored throughout the county, and members homes are being featured in regional and national publications every year. Editors Note the WHS Winter 2022 Newsletter has a more detailed article written about Rosemary by Mr. Carter Fowlkes and it can be found on our website. And we would like to also say THANK YOU to John, Betty Kennedy and grandson, Zach Kennedy for their hospitality and work on the Jenkins Cemetery. Oldest son George William Mathews (1807-1880) is buried beneath a large monument in the Camden Cemetery with his wife Lucy Mayhew. Five young men left very early Wednesday morning on a three-day boat trip which will take them to Cahaba and Selma before their return to the Camden landing Friday. Questions? This special event will feature wine and hor doeuvres provided by one of our Platinum Sponsors, The Pecan on Broad in Camden, Alabama. The trip is being made in the 62-foot paddle wheel river boat designed by the father of one of the boys, Bob Lane of Camden, and also built by Mr. Lane with the help of his boys and some of the employees of Lane Butane Co. Mrs. Frank Cade who is president of the Wilcox Historical Society presided at the business session. From Mobile via I-65 Furman is 155 miles, from Birmingham 153 miles, and from Montgomery 74 miles. FELIX TAIT PLANTATION. Even with all that has already happened this fall, we are just getting started. Frank Cade, Sgt. Lifetime dues are $300 for a couple and $250 for single. The WHS together with The Brittany House Antiques, The Pecan on Broad and The Fox and Hen were sponsors of these very special concerts. J. Paul Jones Board remains comprised of local residents, and there has even been an expansion in the form of the J. Paul Jones Rural Health Outpatient Clinic. Church are busy getting ready for a Bazaar to be had early in December. In the beginning $100.00 a year for four years was loaned to an outstanding young man or woman who needed assistance. Laura worked in our accounting department for many years. Lady Carnarvon will personally sign a copy of her latest book Seasons at Highclere. We need your help! Located on the south bank of the Alabama River, it served as the first county seat for Wilcox County from 1819 until its move to Camden in 1833. We will share more information about this project at the November meeting. In the hills of Wilcox County where she was born a slave 114 years ago, Mrs. Ida Dumas will be buried at 1 p.m. Sunday after services at Canaan Cumberland Presbyterian Church, Arlington. It was razed in 1939. He gives a house party, which is phoned from the stage to The Wilcox Progressive Era. She was past 90. Her first husband was Jack Fisher. Hello, I need help with family information for the Jordan, Jackson, Reid and Englett families in Wilcox County as follows: Willie Eugene Jordan (1870-1902), Isabella Jackson Jordan Reid (1870-1938), Mary Bell Dunn Jackson (1840-1924), James Robert Jackson (1834-1895), Thomas w. Englett (1892-1957) and Thomas J. Englett (1848-1924). Samuel was a member of the Wilcox County Revenue Commission and was elected to the state legislature in the 1880s as a representative from Wilcox County. It was organized by the Decorative Arts of the Gulf South Project highlighting their best finds from the last ten years of documenting objects in Alabama, Louisiana, and Mississippi. Bigger, J.B. I discovered family chat websites like GenForum, where I finally met a cousin from Decatur named Judson Hawthorne. And welcome to new Life Members Scott Mitchell and Mary Martin of Montgomery! A fence is maintained around the cemetery. This is a list of plantations and/or plantation houses in the U.S. state of Alabama that are National Historic Landmarks, listed on the National Register of Historic Places, listed on the Alabama Register of Landmarks and Heritage, or are otherwise significant for their history, association with significant events or people, or their architecture and design. For more information or to get our Sponsorship Form, please go to our website wilcoxhistoricalsociety.org. Dr. Paul Jones was her great x3 grandfather, which makes Dr. J. Paul Jones her first cousin three times removed. Was just about to come back to Forest Home after the teachers meeting yesterday afternoon when suddenly I decided I wanted to go to Montgomery, so I went. Mr. Speir is a native of Furman and attended school in this building. The Baptists that were left at Yellow Bluff bought the church building from the Methodists and had prayer services and preaching (once a month). The first Wilcox County Hospital Board was formed in 1956, with J. Paul Jones serving as consultant. O.H. Thank you all so much for all the hard work and forsuch a beautiful weekend not to mention the event of spring 2022. Eschewing fashion, Mr. Smith identifies and sensitively accentuates the natural gifts of the landscape, imparting balance, harmony and beauty in the classic tradition of Palladio, Brown, and Repton. The other two fellows had his car off somewhere and were supposed to meet him there at nine, but they were real late getting back and we didnt get home until about 2:15 this morning. Mr. Fowlkes also shared with us portraits of Peter Early Mathews and wife Virginia Vaughan Mathews. Now supported by a growing collection of artifacts, Dr. Dumas and the University of West Alabama team are convinced they are within a few miles of finding the site of the town and the infamous battle. My Uncle remembers seeing a portrait of him in his robes somewhere in Montgomery he thought in a government building this would have been around 1955. We made great strides in 2021 and have big plans this year. Hunters and experts were puzzled over the identity of an animal killed by William Atkins, Alberta, last week during a deer drive on the B. F. Hickss place about three miles from Alberta. Congratulations, students, on being elected Whos Who and for being honored in this manner by classmates and fellow students. Alabama Map Wilcox County shown in red About Alabama Census Records The first federal census taken in Alabama was in 1830. Before his fathers death, tho the Prince of Wales closest friends were talking about the possibility of him renouncing his right of succession in favor of his younger brother, the Duke of York. And welcome to new members Edward and Rebecca McIntosh of Ormond Beach, Florida and Kimberly Purifoy Stout of Little Rock, Arkansas! This award is our second this year. His wife Mary lived there almost until her death in 1962. Editors Note: The Wilcox Female Institute was placed on the National Register of Historic Places in April, 1976. There is, therefore, no discharge in the Christian warfare. If you are interested in submitting an article for the newsletter, please let us know! Neita Sellers, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Leon Sellers of Upland, Calif., formerly of Camden, has one of the top roles in The Come-On Man presentation of the Valley Community Theatre at Claremont, California. Support for arts programming is critical for a vibrant creative community, which results in a thriving arts economy, a workforce ready for innovation, and a high quality of life for all residents. . Two weeks later, on May 29th the baby princess was christened in the private chapel of Buckingham Palace, with ceremonial water brought from the River Jordan. Maybe some will surface one day! Laura and I contacted Don Bell to help us move the stairway out of the dogtrot. Built from 184550, known for its extremely elaborate interior plasterwork. Preston, J.B. This was the parting of ways. B. Dolan, LA. McMurphy and Bonnie Dean, news editors; Bob Vick, sports editor; Wanda Woo and Eustace McGoon, snoops editors; Eugenia Webb and Amy Smith, typists; Alice Ann Barlow, Billy Watson, Jewel Lampkin, Johnny Hybart, Dickey Curry and Sonny Smith, as circulation managers. Individually, with others, and through the Oakleigh Venture Revolving Fund he restored dozens of structures in Mobile. Lifetime dues are $300 for a couple and $250 for single. Clarence Watford came home from Shreveport with his father. He enlisted in the Jeff Davis Artillery at Selma, Alabama and served through all the campaigns of the Army of Northern Virginia. People still gather at the cemetery on the second Friday in July each year to cut the bushes and clean off enough so that the graves are visible. She can be reached at 334.324.9353 or m2kyser54@aol.com. Greensboro organized full strength having 14 men on their waiting list. Gen. Alexander Travis Hawthorne (1825-1899), Martha Ann Hawthorne (1829-1913), Mary Ann Hawthorne (1833-1926), Maj. Adoniram Judson Hawthorne (1834-1877) my line, Rev. [3] Geography [ edit] We are by far the largest civic organization in Wilcox County. I am specifically interested in the second wife of Leonidas. Your arm band is needed for all events! The second term of the session will begin the second Monday in February. We are going to need all of your help! He believed in God, the invincibility of the Royal Navy, the essential rightness of whatever was British, the unquestioning subordination of thine to duty and a boundless capacity for hard work. Clothing was sent to foreign countries after the War. I know with this Covid stuff I probably wont be able to go inside the house, but Id like to drive by. A presentation of five-act comedy which would have been a credit to a professional cast, was given by the pupils of McWilliams high school Tuesday evening, May 4, at the school auditorium. I agree with Daniel Webster who said, He who knoweth not from whence he came, careth little whither he goeth.. Members please note: the $10 discount can only be given on tickets purchased locally. We are honored she has agreed to join us to share her experiences in restoring and preserving a 300-room castle. Instruction in harp was $80.00 and in all other instruments $12.50. Grantees are awarded based on evidence of community support, a key element for large and small organizations enhancing spaces for arts activities., The WHS was awarded a $40,000 construction grant for the restoration of the Wilcox Female Institute. Pictured are Don and Mary Charles Donald and Anna and Harold Spier on the steps of the Furman School. Welcome to rural southwest Alabama. Im trying to start an ancestor book. We would also love for you to follow us on Facebook and Instagram! Wilcox County should try to keep up with the best. Historic district containing architectural styles ranging from the various mid-19th century revivals to the, Historic district containing architectural styles ranging from the, African American school founded in 1893 by Dr. William J. Edwards, a graduate of, Plantation house built for Robert Tait in 1855. In 1925 it was decided to erect a library building. He was succeeded by Mrs. Amanda Blakenny and Mrs. Fannie Holman. He and two other fellows from here had gone up there in his car so they had plenty of room for me to come home with them. Our Tour of Homes in Historic Furman with Guest Speaker P. Allen Smith is right around the corner! John Andrew Giddeon Horn had property both in Camden and in Marengo County, Alabama. It is in Montgomery until April 10th. Mrs. Oliver Steen, secretary, read minutes of the September meeting. In addition to the matching fund campaign, we received a $37,500 grant last month from the Alabama Historical Commission to help us restore the Institute! I stumbled on it recently driving around and shooting photos in the area. It is owned by WHS Members, Harold and Virginia Grimes. Thank you in advance, M. Pence, Atlanta, GA, Info on descendants of Leonidas Ratcliff and his daughter, Alice Ratcliff Godbold.Is there anyone in this family still living in Wilcox County? About This Website. They have started a movement to raise money to paint the church. Miss Rubye who was the first woman in Alabama to be elected county tax collector and the only woman in Wilcox County to be elected to public office, so far, was Wilcox County tax collector for 14 years, 1934-1948, following the death of her husband, William Francis McWilliams, Wilcox County tax collector in 1934. The Tour was absolutely beautiful. Also present were Arthur Grant and Tom Kirkland, architects from Montgomery. Each son became a successful planter himself. Email us at wilcoxhistoricalsociety@gmail.com. Several of our agriculturalists, who had begun plowing, had to suspend, on account of excessive rains. Rev. Editors Note: The Story of Yellow Bluff, Alabama Community and Post Office history was first published in the July, 1958 issue of The Bama Postmaster. Speir were hosts last Thursday to a large crowd of Wilcox and Butler County friends at their plantation near Furman. No relationships are given for the people in the household. Rev. Mrs. Maggie McArthur entertained the Grammar Grades at the school house Friday afternoon. Would you show some of the recipes? Mason, Joseph George, and their associate stockholders of the Wilcox Female Institute. Ive never been to your community but as someone who enjoys local history, it looks very beautiful. With permission of the AGS, it is included in this issue of our newsletter. The will was disputed when John Giddeon Horn died in 1858. I grew up in the little town of Marion Junction, Dallas County, Alabama and graduated from Auburn University Montgomery with a degree in Finance. The Birmingham News received calls from persons in Dallas and Wilcox Counties, who said that an airplane may have crashed in Wilcox County. She was the one to ask if you had a question about local history or Hank Williams. Ice cream and cake were served as refreshments. The majority of homes we owned have been at least 100 years old. They are both improving under the skillful attention of Drs. Very interesting! The bond between the two clubs was very close. Note: Kedar named all his sons after Baptist ministers. Because of its tortuous course through its diagonal length, Wilcox County can boast of more miles of river frontage that any other county in the state, which fact is perhaps a reason for it having more river landings than any other during the steam-boat days. I informed Rita, Lauras mom, that I was going to marry their daughter when we graduated. Roy F. Bragg, principal, presented diplomas to the following: Leon Girlie, Rosa Lee Jones, Julia P. Steen, Jr., Mary Alice Jones, Gordon Strickland, Doris Ann Beard, Winston Stuart, Barbara Faye Evans, Mary Effie Griffin and Lewis Jones. From our annual Tour of Homes which brings thousands of people here to bringing concerts to the county, we are making a difference. Cabins 10, 11, 24, 31, & 40 are est. Wilcox Historical Society 2023 Tour of Homes Sponsorship Opportunities, Name placed prominently in the Tour of Homes Brochure, Recognition of your support at the Welcome Reception, 4 Royal Package Tickets to the Tour of Homes $1400 Value, Personalized, Signed Copy of Seasons at Highclere $50 value, Complimentary 1 year membership in the Wilcox Historical Society, Name included in all print/social media Tour Advertising, Name included in the Tour of Homes Brochure, 2 Royal Package Tickets to the Tour of Homes $700 Value, Name included in all print Tour Advertising, 2 Highclere Package Tickets to the Tour of Homes $300 Value, 1 Highclere Package Ticket to the Tour of Homes $150 Value, 2 Tour Package Tickets for the Tour of Homes $100 Value.
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