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

June 28, 1951

The main headline for the week was “Lewis County Voters To Register July 7-8.” The Lewis County Election Commission, acting as required under the new Tennessee law, notified voters to register at the Court House on July 6 and 7.

Arthur Turnbow was reported wounded in action in Korea.

The Strand Theatre announced that it had contracted with Jimmie Killen of Dixie Film Productions to make a “Hometown Movie” over the weekend with the film to be shown on July 18 and 19 as an added attraction. The film company would film various places around town, including on the streets, in businesses, at churches, etc.

Police Chief Joe Fite asked the public to use extra care and caution while traveling on the Fourth of July.

Vandals placed poison in the lake or slough near the Texas Bottom Bridge on Buffalo River with “a large number of fine fish… destroyed and left to rot in the water.”

The following men volunteered into the U. S. Navy and left for basic training: Claude Bates, John Brewer, Ray Brewer, Ishmael Bunch, Thomas Duncan, John Ellis, Bruce Hickerson, Jimmy Jones, Joe Talley, and Paul Wiss. All except two were members of the Senior Class of 1951.

Former resident Hooper Easley of Illinois and family visited Hohenwald.

Spain & Moody Furniture Company advertised “Get Into Movies at Spain’s,” extending an invitation to customers to be in their store at 1 p.m. on Saturday, June 30 while the moving picture company would be filming in their store.

“Arizona Cowboy,” starring Rex Allen, and “Spoilers of the Plains,” starring Roy Rogers, were the Friday and Saturday double feature at the Strand Theatre.

June 29, 1961

The Sears-Roebuck Foundation released results of a medical survey that had been recently completed in Hohenwald. The purpose of the survey was to evaluate the community and its trade territory as to medical habits, economic potential, and the ability to support a doctor.

Approximately 21 miles of Buffalo River was cleared of snags by the Tennessee Game and Fish Commission.

County Historian Billy Grimes was seeking Civil War information in order to compile a list of the approximately 475 men from Lewis County who served in the Civil War. This list would be used by the Lewis County Centennial Committee, of which Grimes was the chair.

Jack Sides was hired as the new minister for the Hohenwald Methodist Church.

Funeral services were held for Joseph Chessor, 87.

Advertised specials this week at the local Piggly Wiggly included ground beef at the price of $0.39 a pound, a half gallon of milk for $0.42, a dozen lemons for $0.29, a six-bottle carton of Pepsi for $0.35.

“Sins of Rachel Cade” and “Running Target” were the Friday and Saturday double feature at the Highlands Drive-In Theater.

July 01, 1971

A contract was signed with Parkes – Richardson Contractors of Lawrenceburg for the construction of the public library building with construction expected to begin shortly.

The U.S. Department of Commerce released figures showing that 69.2% of Lewis County residents owned their own home.

Boyd Humphreys, D. D. Humphreys, and Jerry Jones caught eight bass weighing a total of 50 pounds.

Mr. and Mrs. Billy Hudson celebrated ther 25th anniversary with a dinner at their home.

Funeral services were held for Losie Staggs, 42; and for Robin Williams, 57.

Horner Furniture Company advertised that they were moving to a new building on North Maple Street and would reopen on July 2.

“Cult of the Damned,” starring Jennifer Jones, and “Forty Acre Feud,” starring Ray Price, George Jones, and Loretta Lynn, were the Friday and Saturday double feature at the Strand Theatre.

July 02, 1981

A ribbon cutting ceremony was held at Cothren’s Flowers and Gifts Unlimited.

Cheryl Ellis received a trophy at the Corps Concept for Bands, Drum Major Workshop held at MTSU.

Lawrence Bromley accepted a position with the Dallas Police Department.

Chris Hurt won a bicycle for collecting the most money in a bike-a-thon held to benefit the local cancer fund. He collected pledges totaling $183.

B. H. Hankins grew an eight pound eight ounce hybrid cabbage in his garden.

The following births were announced: Jerry Darryl, son of Mr. and Mrs. Harold Smith; and Tabitha Dawn, daughter of Ronnie and Paula Keeton.

James Odom was honored for his birthday with a dinner attended by family and friends.

Funeral services were held for George Henderson, 68; Lillie Stevens, 77; and for Lillian Wisdom, 77.

“The Night the Lights Went Out in Georgia,” starring Kristy McNichols, was the Friday and Saturday feature at the Highlands Drive- In.

This article was written using local history resources available at the Lewis County Public Library and Archives. Libraries are guardians of history. Visit the library and archives to learn more about our communities unique past.