The Maysville Herald
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Baptist Pastor, Family Enjoy Convention
   Rev. Homer K. Albright and wife have just returned from the 1956 session of the Southern Baptist Convention, held this year in Kansas City, Mo.  The round trip was about 2,000 miles.  The following is a short resume of their experiences:
   At 4:30 a.m., May 28, the blue Dodge headed in a general northwest direction with the parson and wife on the front seat and Sarah Ann Albright and Patsy Ariail asleep on the back seat.  At 4:30 p.m. Central Standard Time, we were eating supper in Memphis, Tenn.  The night’s rest was spent in Pocahontas, Ark., where Patsy and Sarah Ann stayed for the week.  While there, they saw the largest fresh water spring in the world at Mammouth Springs, Ark.  The tired but happy Albrights reached the Earle Hotel in Kansas City Tuesday at 4 p.m.
   The convention opened Wednesday, at 9 a.m., and closed Saturday at 1 p.m.  It is the convictions of the Albrights that if Heaven is any better or more glorious, the “Lord, come quickly!” so we can enjoy it without further delay.  From the opening hymn of praise to the closing prayer, our hearts were ringing with a challenge for the future.  Before a packed house of 15,000, Billy Graham sparked the fires in our hearts.  Never will we forget it.  One of the thrilling highlights of it all was the closing night of the W.M.U.  Dr. Theodore Adams, substituting for Atlanta’s Monroe Swilley, enveloped the arena with the Holy Spirit during a message, “Every Baptist a Missionary.”
   The Home Mission Night was as dramatic as any TV thriller.  The lighting effects were superb.  The singing was certainly touched with heaven and the hallelujah chorus of angels.
   On Foreign Mission Night tears would not stay as we were introduced to young men and women and their children already assigned to various points on this globe.  Our hearts cried out within us, “Others, Lord, yes others!”  The question kept ringing in the hearts of the pastor and wife from Maysville, Ga., “What can we do back home to lead our young into this vision?”  What about churches of all New Testament faith and the world?  What about our giving?  Oh, God, our hearts prayed, “Help us to help our people in Maysville see the world.”  Dr. Cauthen closed this session with what was perhaps one of the greatest sermons on “World Missions” this world has ever had.
   Friday night was Youth Night.  About 3,000 young people had come by train and bus.  An estimated 7,000 under 25 years were there.  Mr. Howard Butts, Texas millionaire, grocery man, lay-preacher, stirred fervor visible to all present.
   Our only regret was that every person in Maysville could not be there.  Chicago is convention site next year.
   Our return trip was by way of Little Rock, Ark., and Chapel Hill, Ala.  We are a better pastor and wife for the trip.  “All Hail the Power of Jesus’ Name!”

Alfred A. Quillian Qualifies for Solicitor General
   Alfred A. Quillian, well-known Winder attorney, has qualified with the State Democratic Executive Committee for solicitor general of the Piedmont Circuit.
   Mr. Quillian is the son of Judge Joe Quillian and Tabitha Sims Quillian, of Winder, and is regarded as a capable attorney by members of the bar throughout the Piedmont and surrounding circuits.  He joined his father's law firm following his graduation from The University of Georgia, and since his father became a member of the Court of Appeals of the State of Georgia, has conducted the law practice of the firm of Quillian, Quillian & Thomas.
   Mr. Quillian is active in religious and civic affairs.  He is a Sunday School teacher, member of the official board of the church, president of the Men's Club of the church, and president of the Barrow County Masonic Association.
   During World War II he served in the US Navy and during the Korean Conflict served in the US Air Force.  He is a member of the John Rich Pentecost Post 53, American Legion, and Post 1187, Veterans of Foreign Wars.
   He is married to the former Elsie Harben and they have one daughter.

Maysville Gets New Industry
   A new industry has located in Maysville and is preparing for starting operation.  The new industry is located in the Barbara Ann Mills Warehouse and will manufacture all kinds of feeds, principally chicken feeds.  The industry will be under joint ownership with Ford Abernathy and Winton Glover as the co-owners and operators.  The owners are natives of Gainesville and have been employed by the New Holland Mill for some time.
   The new feed plant will have a 2,000 capacity grain bin, two 1½-ton mixers, a 16-inch hammer mill with the grain cracker for chick grain, and other necessary equipment needed to properly mix the ingredients which go into the chicken feed.  The plant will mix the "Red-A" formula principally, but will be able to mix any other type or kind the customer might want.  The plant plans to begin operations around the first of July.  The plant will get the "Red-A" concentrate from Louisville, Ky., and will mix the grain with it.  Later, it hopes to be able to do a complete job of mixing.

Maysvillians Working at Homer Plant
   A large number of Maysville citizens are working in the new plant in Homer.  A new plant was recently opened by the Blue Bell Manufacturing Company.  Among those from Maysville employed there are: Mrs. Paul Lee, Mrs. George Veal, Hazel Parr, Sara Ward, Ruby Marlowe, Mrs. Tom O'Kelley, Hilliard Sorrow, Margie Crane, Lillie Mae Gowder, Mrs. Clinton Gailey, Mrs. Bill Highfield, Frances Highfield and Rachel Wood.

Suddath House Doesn't Sell
   The house of the late Boone Suddath did not sell at the auction sale held June 5 at the home site to dispose of the home and furnishings.  The house furnishings were sold in the afternoon.  Both sessions drew a large crowd.

History of Maysville
(Taken from June 28, 1906 Edition of Maysville News)
   It was a very appropriate suggestion on the part of The Maysville News, that prior to dedicating the new academy to publish at least a portion of the early history of Maysville, and a copy, with other mementos, be deposited in the cornerstone during the Masonic exercises, which will occur on the 29th instant.
   Space will require briefness and we will refer only to some of the first citizens, early events and business interests connected with our town.
   Much could be said on educational lines and about those having been connected therewith, but will leave this to others more capable.
   The completion of the N.E. Railroad in (1876), and the birth of Maysville as a town were coincident, the latter being a result of the former.
   The survey of the town was made by J.M. Edwards, A.C.E., connected with the railroad.  Unfortunately this survey extended only to that part in which the county was interested, leaving the greater portion of the town not platted—resulting afterwards in may irregularities in the streets and lots by not conforming to the original survey.
   The course of the railroad was located along the stage line between Athens and Clarkesville—a post office had been established here for many years, known at different times as “Wall Street,” “Brick Store,” and “Maysville,” the latter deriving its name from a family by the name of Mays living nearby.
   This location, being about midway between the two places mentioned above, had been a trading point for a few settlers living in this section.
   Uncle Abe Atkins, one of the first merchants, erected in the early (1850s) two brick buildings—probably the first north of Athens—one a store, the other a residence.  The former afterwards became well known from Athens to the mountains of North Carolina as the “Brick Store of North Georgia.”
   These buildings still remain, though in a much improved condition, the former being occupied by the hardware firm of Hale, Stephens & Company; the latter owned and occupied by Dr. Ed Chandler.
   The selection of this particular site for a town on the part of the railroad company was due primarily to the business tact of Uncle Abe Atkins, aided by a donation of a few acres from Uncle Jack Hogan and the Sherman Sims estate.  In addition to the above, Uncle Abe agreed to build a depot.  This may have answered the immediate demands, but one can form some idea of its beauty, architecture and dimensions when the entire expense did not exceed $50.00.
   For the sake of future posterity (perhaps some tact could) have been displayed on the part of those owning property about a half-mile north.  Here an ideal town site could have been secured had not a serious obstacle intervened.  Most of this property was owned by Mr. Hosea Diddeon, who had passed his “three score and ten,” possessing very strong traits of character, having once formed an opinion he was as immovable as the Rock of Gibraltar; belonging to ante-bellum school who saw no good following the wake of a railroad.  Hence instead of offering inducements to secure benefits, it was more in harmony with his wishes to stay its progress.  Who can deny but what a beautiful flower was blighted that might have bloomed into the “gem of the foothills.”
   The first hotel, if it could be so called, was owned by Mr. P.P. Casey, noted for his hard-shell proclivities.  It was not very pretentious, having only four rooms; he being postmaster, one of said rooms was used as the post office.  The duties of the office were not very exacting as the monthly receipts did not exceed two dollars.
   Uncle Bolan Wallace was the faithful village blacksmith—following his avocation until age and strength interfered.  He is still a citizen of our town, enjoying a ripe old age—surrounded by his children and many of his grandchildren to comfort him and his faithful wife in their declining years.
   Land that had formerly sold for $1.00 per acre had now advanced to $10.00 and $20.00.  Some town lots were sold at $15.00 each.
   Mr. T.J. Carr, who owned a body of land, exhibited a spirit of generosity by offering building sites at very liberal prices.
   Uncle Abe Atkins donated one acre for school purposes, on which a school building was erected; its usefulness has ceased by the present demands, and will be supplanted by the brick academy now in course of erection.
   The selection of the present town site was unfortunate in one respect.  The most desirable portion for residences was not available, and remained so until recently.
   There were very few living here at the time of the coming of the railroad; probably the adult males could have been numbered on the digits of one hand.  Since then many changes.
   Among the first business firms were H. Atkins, Boone, Alexander & Company, T.J. Carr and Carr & Bacon.  These were followed by many others too numerous to mention, until today our town stands forth as one of the most delightful in which to live.
  Commercially it cannot be excelled for its size.  The business of the town is increasing rapidly.
  The freight receipts for the past year have been the largest on record—our cotton shipments exceed 8,000 bales during a season.
  The surrounding country is enjoying a period of great prosperity.  All these things considered, no one can doubt but there is much in store for our town and community if we as citizens become united in putting forth our best efforts in taking advantage of our golden opportunities.
   An Educational Standpoint   From an educational standpoint we are rapidly moving forward.
   By a unanimous vote the town has issued $10,000.00 in bonds to build a school house, and when completed, it will be one of the most conveniently constructed school buildings in Northeast Georgia.  Our enterprising fellow townsman, Mr. C.T. Bacon, donated four acres for school purposes and the location is ideal.
   Our board of education is composed of H.W. Wooding, chairman; O.R. Reynolds, vice chairman; Logan Perkins, secretary; and G.P. Boone.
   A faculty with Professor A.D. Kean at the head has been chosen, and it is the purpose of the board and faculty to give Maysville the best school in its history.  To accomplish this will require the hearty cooperation of every citizen  of the town and school district, and there can be no doubt that this cooperation will be forthcoming.  Now, let us all pull together with hearty goodwill, and our town will gain an enviable reputation as an educational center. 
   Original of the New School   On January 6, 1905, the present mayor, W.C.J. Garrison, and councilmen T.E. Atkins, J.D. Yarbrough, C.T. Bacon, and T.G. Underwood, were sworn in as city fathers.  At their regular monthly meeting in March following, they decided to issue bonds for a new school building.
  On April 13, they employed Colonel R.L.J. Smith as an attorney to draw up a bill, which was passed by the General Assembly of Georgia in August, giving the mayor and council the power to call an election for the issuing of school bonds to the amount of $10,000.00.  Said election was called October 4.  The result of said election was very gratifying—as there was not a single vote against said bonds.
   The entire issue was sold on November 20 and brought a nice premium.
   Mr. C.T. Bacon, the friend of education, donated to the mayor and council a beautiful four-acre lot for the building.
   On January 3, 1906, the same mayor and councilmen were re-elected for another year, and commenced in earnest to erect a new brick school building which would accommodate the town and community.
   They secured plans and specifications for an 11-room building with a large auditorium.
   The mayor and council employed Mr. H.T. Parks as contractor to superintend the building, and will have it ready for the fall term of the school, which opens September 1, 1906.
   The mayor and council, according to an act passed by the last General Assembly of Georgia, elected a Board of Education consisting of Logan Perkins, O.R. Reynolds, H.W. Wooding and G.P. Boone.
   The cornerstone will be laid on the evening of June 29 instant, by the Masonic fraternity.
   When the building is completed we will have a school building that will be a gem—one that our townsmen will be proud of.

Notice
   All parents in Commerce and in the surrounding communities that have sons between the ages of 17 and 18½ years of age are cordially invited to attend a meeting in the main dining hall at the Andrew Jackson Hotel on June 23, 1956, at 8 p.m.  The local reserve unit commander and members of the reserve advisory group will be there to explain any questions, problems or any other factors concerning their sons' military obligation.