Glimpses of Hohenwald's Past
November 4, 2021
November 01, 1951
McDonald Funeral Home broke ground for the building of an addition to the former Coble Home which had been purchased by McDonald Funeral Directors.
Rains temporarily halted the laying of sidewalks along Park Avenue.
United States Senator Estes Kefauver was scheduled to speak at the Strand Theatre on Tuesday, November 6, 1951 at 3 p.m. Senator Kefauver’s appearance in Hohenwald was one of many stops on his statewide tour.
Harold Moore, stationed at Camp Attenbury, IN with the 28th Division, was scheduled to sail for service in Europe.
Clebert Haley graduated from Army basic training at Ft. Jackson, S.C.
An impressive football triumph against Centerville resulted in the Herald colorfully reporting: “The Lewis County High School Panthers are still feeling cocky over the bountiful hunks of Bulldog Steak upon which they feasted [in] Centerville last Friday night when they literally chewed to pieces the Hickman County High’s football team and left them reeling and staggering under a 21 to 7 defeat. After having become so used to defeating Hohenwald, the loss caused both young and old to moan and wail until Minnie Pearl was awakened at her suburban home at Grinders Switch.”
The Herald announced that Halloween pranksters were probably busy in town. “As we go to press Wednesday evening the hoodlums are probably getting organized for a lot of fun and hilarity tonight, and let’s hope they do not destroy property as has many times been the case.”
“Union Street,” starring William Holden and Barry Fitzgerald, and “Gunplay,” starring Tim Holt, were the Friday and Saturday night films showing at the Strand Theatre.
November 5, 1961
The Mayor and City Council urged residents use caution when burning trash and leaves as it costs the city more than $50 each time a fire alarm was turned in. Likewise, residents were also cautioned against burning leaves or anything else on the asphalt streets as doing so would ruin the street beyond repair and cause it to crumble out in holes.
Eugene Durham was elected President of the Science Section of the Middle Tennessee Division of the Tennessee Education Association.
Civil Air Patrol Cadets held a weenie roast and hay ride at Meriwether Lewis Park. Following the hay ride, Ranger James Estes showed slides of the Natchez Trace to the group.
Kittrell Motor Co. held a Golden Anniversary Open House in honor of opening to the public on November 3, 1911.
Senior class officers for the 1961-62 school year were Ted Lawson, President; Mickey Meislohn, Vice-President; Fay Goodman, Secretary; Barbara Russell, Treasurer; and Kay Galloway, Reporter.
Among the many items reported in the “Here, There, and Everywhere” column by Freeman Cowherd, was the following: “What’s this I hear about George Davis of the Oak Grove area having a mule that is over 30 years of age???” and “My spies report that Ernest Pollock is putting the heat to Lewis Countians… this being via the in-the-automobubble heaters he is installing at his Highlands Drive In Theatre.”
Funeral services were held for Mrs. Ernest Holt, 45; Lee Nutt, 71; and for Julie Whitehead, 52.
Harlan Staggs advertised stone ground and hammer mill grinding of ear corn at $0.35 per 100 lbs., shell corn and grain at $0.25 per 100 pounds, and roughage at $0.45 per 100 pounds.
“That Naughty Girl,” starring Brigitte Bardot, and “Tormented,” starring Richard Carlson and Susan Gordon, were the Saturday-night double feature shown at both the Highlands Drive-In and Strand Theatre.
November 4, 1971
Lewis Products announced that plans were underway to recognize their 10th year of operation in Hohenwald with an open house on November 21.
SP4 Charlie Burlison returned home after serving 14 months in Vietnam at Cam Rahn Bay.
Prentie Bates was presented with a watch in recognition of 25 years’ service with MLEC by Paul Tidwell, MLEC Manager.
LCHS Panthers won over College Grove before a large Homecoming crowd. The final score was 14 to 8. Angela Grimes was crowned Homecoming Queen by senior class President Johnny Hensley. Attendants were Pam Hamm, Anita Walker, Karen Risner, and Marisa Hinson.
Funeral services were held for George Hensley, 64; Arthur Lynch, 63; Grady Pope, 52; Dwayne Talley, 32; and for Elmer Williams, 68.
“Katmandu,” starring Jane Birkin and Pascale Andret, and “Kissin’ Cousins,” starring Elvis Presley, were the Friday and Saturday night double feature at the Highlands Drive-In.
November 5, 1981
Over 100 people attended the Industrial Development Board meeting held November 3. Discussions were held and views were expressed by local retail merchants, representatives of Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. and the general public as to the issuance of revenue bonds to fund construction of Wal-Mart. The Herald reported that “most opinions were not for or against Wal-Mart having a store in Hohenwald, but whether it should be financed with industrial development revenue bonds.”
Charles Norman and James Griner were presented silver service pins by Postmaster John R. Walker for completing 25 years of Government service.
Lewis County Jaycettes hosted a Halloween party at Jr. Food Mart. Winners of the costume contest held were, 1-3 age group, Tonya Durham, 1st; Tammy Gallaher, 2nd; 4-8 age group, Kerry Maloney, 1st; Jennifer Webb, 2nd; 9-14 age group, Gary and Keith Reeves, 1st; and Jessica Webb, 2nd.
LCHS Panthers won their final home game of the regular season, defeating Columbia Academy 76 to 0. Jeff James and Tommy Clayton were named LCHS Players of the Week.
Funeral services were held for Raymond Carroll, 66.
Chandler Furniture advertised a “everything you want to know about microwave cooking” microwave demonstration to be held on November 14, 1981.
The Country Kitchen advertised a Grand Opening for November 14. Formerly the Corner Café, this establishment on North Maple Street was under the management of Melba Weeks and Jane Frazer.
“Saturday the 14th,” starring Richard Benjamin and Paula Prentiss, and “Deadly Blessing,” starring Maren Jensen and Sharon Stone, were the Friday-Saturday-Sunday double feature showing at the Highlands Drive-in Theatre.
October 31, 1991
Construction began on the Pizza Hut restaurant.
Ronny Scaife was filmed for a small part in the Travis Tritt video entitled “The Whiskey Ain’t Working.” The video also featured Marty Stuart, who co-wrote the song with Scaife.
David McPherson was featured in the Teacher Feature column.
Guy Cagle attended the 4th World Series baseball game in Atlanta, GA.
Gary and David Craig and their Labrador Retriever, Rambu, won second place in the Puppy Stakes division of the AKC License Field Trial held in Laverne.
Mrs. Duren Barnes celebrated her 86th birthday at the home of C.F. and Kate Thompson.
Funeral services were held for Pearl Roberson, 81; and for Jim Williams, 79.
November 01, 2001
The LCHS Panthers closed out their undefeated season with a 45 to 7 victory over the Loretto Mustangs. Kip Kelsey was named the WMLR/Pizza Hut Player of the Game, Brad Kellogg was presented the Tennessean Coach’s Game Ball, and Jacob Bunch was named the Lewis County Herald Lineman of the Week.
Mike King was named a recipient of the Channel 4 Apple for the Teacher award.
An explosion in the paint department at T & T Body Shop sent smoke and flames high in the sky through the roof of the building. Paint fumes exploded when the overhead heating unit cut on, that portion of the building was a total loss.
David Dupont graduated from the Tennessee Law Enforcement Academy.
Teddy and Andrea Hankins announced the birth of their son, Kriston Hugh.
Funeral services were held for Lillian Hinson, 78; Jimmie Kittrell, 50; and for Mrs. Ollie Lymon, 52.
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 community’s unique past.
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