Lewis County Herald - Serving Hohenwald, Lewis County Tennessee Since 1898

January 18, 1951

Sgt. Carter B. Logan was reported Missing In Action in Korea. The Lewis County Herald stated, “So far as we are able to learn, he is the first Lewis County casualty since the Korean War began last summer.”

The main headline for the week was “Give A Pint of Blood Tomorrow---You!” A blood drive was scheduled for January 19. The article listed the types of people who needed the blood; adding, “The blood is also needed, and desperately by the fighting men in Korea…. The situation is grave, and the need is urgent…”

The LCHS Panthers defeated Collinwood with a score of 47 to 22. The Panthers also defeated Clifton with a score of 58 to 43. James Kidd was the top scorer for the team with 13 points. The LCHS girls basketball team defeated Clifton with a score of 33 to 31. Norma Spann led the team in scoring with 13 points.

Funeral services were held for Bernice Baker, 15; Clara Poore, 65; Joe Turnbow, 68; and for Willie Turner.

“And Baby Makes Three,” starring Robert Young and Barbara Hale, and “Range Land,” starring Whip Wilson and Andy Clyde, were the Saturday night double feature at the Strand Theatre.

In statewide news: State Senator Charles Everhart was proposing a resolution to adopt “The Tennessee Waltz” as the official state song.

January 19, 1961

Doctor Cloyd Peery announced he would open a dentistry office at 25 Park Avenue South on January 20.

Doctor W. C. Keeton, who moved to Hohenwald in October 1956 to work with Dr. Boyce, announced he would close his office here on January 25 in order to join a general practice in Decatur, AL.

The Hohenwald F.F.A. Chapter won a Superior Chapter Award in recognition of a chapter program which was implemented in 1960.

Naymond Graves was named chair for the local Heart Fund Drive.

William Worrell was promoted in the U. S. Army to the rank of specialist four.

The Teenagers Against Polio committee announced they would sponsor a doughnut and coffee sale on January 21 in the M. V. A. Motor Company Showroom. All proceeds from the sale would be donated to the Polio Drive.

The Hohenwald Independent basketball team defeated the Lawrenceburg Rose Pros with a score of 67 to 65. Jerry Curry led the team in scoring with 16 points.

Funeral services were held for Omar Beard, 64; Barney Pevahouse, 70; and for Mrs. Joe Rike, 40.

Mr. and Mrs. Charlie Walker advertised their purchase of H & H Grocery. The store would now operate as Walker’s Grocery.

“The First Texan” and “Circus Stars” were the Friday and Saturday double feature at the Strand Theatre. The theater also advertised that Hollywood actors Gene Thomas and Rosalita Montez would appear in person at the Strand on January 23 for a “big Hollywood western show.”

January 21, 1971

Sharon Devore was named chair for the 1971 Mothers’ March (March of Dimes) activities in Lewis County.

Kenneth Kelsey was the winner of the 7th semi-annual “Ironman Competition” sponsored by the U. S. Army, Ryukyu Islands Command at Fort Buckner, Okinawa.

The LCHS Pantherettes defeated Elkton with a score of 41 to 29. Michelle Berwick led the team in scoring with 29 points.

Mr. and Mrs. James Rochkes announced the birth of their son, David Jeremy.

Mr. and Mrs. Van C. Rasbury celebrated their 50th anniversary with a reception hosted by their children and sons-in-law.

Funeral services were held for Bill Dugger, 89; Johnny Odom Jr., 15; Clifford Loveless, 81; and for Dallie Thomas, 90.

Advertised specials this week at Piggly Wiggly included a two-pound package of chicken breast for $0.99, three pounds of bulk sliced bacon for $0.89, a 48-ounce can of Whipped Snowdrift for $0.58 (a $5.00 or larger purchase required), mix or match five cans of green beans or peas for $1.00, and a ten-ounce jar of Folgers coffee for $1.59.

“One More Time,” starring Sammy Davis Jr. and Peter Lawford, and “Wedding Night,” starring Dennis Waterman, were the weekend movies showing at the Highlands Drive-In Theater.

January 15, 1981

Dorothy Breece was elected Worthy Matron for the Hohenwald Chapter 393, Order of the Eastern Star.

Gene Kurty was elected president of the Lewis County Flying Club.

Three were arrested after thirteen batteries were stolen from cars at Lomax Church of Christ, Blondy Church of God, and from Sisco Automotive. All batteries were recovered.

Hassell Kelley Motor Company, Inc. was awarded, for the second time, Chrysler Corporation’s Award for Excellence for their sales record.

A Lewis County resident was robbed of approximately $600 when two men climbed into his truck while he was on Maple Street near the intersection with East Main. The matter was under investigation.

The LCHS Pantherettes defeated Summertown with a score of 45 to 39. Karen Hinson was the top scorer with 13 points.

Funeral services were held for George Barber, 82; Albert Quillen, 68; Cordelia Williams; and for Robert Yokely.

Strout Realty advertised an Open House for January 17. Coffee and doughnuts would be served.

“Hot T Shirts” was the weekend feature at the Highlands Drive-In Theatre.

January 17, 1991

Hardee’s announced that the opening of the facility had been delayed to January 22.

A ceremony was being planned to honor the explorer Meriwether Lewis at his grave on August 9, 1991. The ceremony would be hosted by the Lewis County Historical Society and the Tennessee Natchez Trace Corridor Association.

The LCHS Panthers defeated the Perry County Vikings with a score of 57 to 46. Lee Burklow was the top scorer for the team with 27 points.

Mr. and Mrs. Barry Fite announced the birth of their daughter, Cara Elizabeth.

Funeral services were held for Lisa Anthony, 27; Peggy Garrison, 56; Shirley Hood, 46; Mary Larkin, 74; and for Leamon Staggs, 70.

January 18, 2001

The main headline for the week was “Lewis County Drug Bust Nets Charges Against 52.” Sheriff Kilpatrick reported that “Operation Cooperation 2000” resulted in the largest drug bust in Lewis County history with 52 adults and one juvenile indicted by the Lewis County Grand Jury. The names of all adults arrested along with their charges were published in the paper.

The man charged with fatally shooting Officer Alan Ragsdale of the Hohenwald Police Department was indicted by the Lewis County Grand Jury on charges of first-degree murder, felony murder committed during a burglary, and attempted first-degree murder of a Lewis County Deputy.

William Gay received literary acclaim as his then-latest published book was reviewed favorably by the Atlanta Journal – Constitution and compared to the writings of Faulkner, Hemingway, and McCarthy. “William Gay from Hohenwald is making a big name for himself as a popular novelist…. He has written for more than 30 years and is now beginning to see the fruits of his hard-earned labors.”

Lewis County Schools hosted the 2001 Leadership Reception on January 11 to report the State of the Schools to local business people, county officials, and guests.

Tom Croft was honored for five years of service with the Dana Corporation.

Kevin and Crystal Dye announced the birth of their son, Charles Bailey.

Eula Allison was honored for her 100th birthday with a formal dinner serviced at the Schrader Lane Church of Christ in Nashville.

Funeral services were held for Ronald Haywood, 43; Howard Hickerson, 86; and for Argie Wicks, 86.