Glimpses of Hohenwald's Past

October 23, 1952

The presentation of a diorama of Meriwether Lewis on the Natchez Trace would be made by S.L. von Gemmingen, District Engineer of the Bureau of Public Roads to the National Park Service at Meriwether Lewis Park on October 24.

Mayor W.C. Keaton congratulated Gifford Brown for his work in organizing the Ground Observer Post in Hohenwald and recruiting 18 observers to spot and report aircraft to the government authorities.

Hohenwald was one of more than 60 Middle Tennessee communities participating in the Clothes for Korea campaign.

James W. Blocker was promoted to Private First Class in the U.S. Army.

The Herald reported that unusual weather prevailed over the county with a record low of 28 being set on October 20. Records for drought and heat were also set in 1952.

The LCHS Panthers defeated Battle Ground Academy with a score of 33 to 0. The Herald noted, “all old timers were reminded of the late twenties when under the able coaching of Carson H. Rike, such a victory was the rule rather than being the only such win in two years of football.”

Funeral services were held for Ernest Talley, 11.

Advertised specials this week at U-Tote ‘Em Super Market included 4 yellow sticks of oleo (margarine) for $0.17, 10-pounds of sugar for $0.85, a pound of Krispy crackers for $0.19, 4 pounds of lard for $0.49, a pound of Keco coffee for $0.69, and 2 loaves of bread for $0.19.

“Hold that Line,” starring Leo Gorcey and the Bowery Boys; and “Texas City,” starring Johnny Mack Brown, were the Friday and Saturday double feature showing at the Strand Theatre. “Tall in the Saddle,” starring John Wayne and Ella Raines; and “Hit the Hay,” starring Judy Canova, were the Friday and Saturday double feature at the Highlands Drive-In.

October 25, 1962

Dr. W.E. Boyce was presented with a certificate and a Golden T award from the University of Tennessee in recognition of his 50 years of service to the medical profession and his community.

Glenda Floyd was crowned Football Queen in homecoming ceremonies preceding the Hohenwald-Loretto football game. Attendants to the queen were Carolyn Clayton, freshman; Judy Goodman, sophomore; Jane Ann Adcox, junior; and Sara Petway, senior.

LCHS Panthers secured their first Tennessee Valley football conference championship when they defeated Loretto 26 to 7. Tommy Mann scored the first touchdown for the Panthers in the first quarter.

Between 1,200 and 1,500 people attended the open house at Lewis Products Company held on October 18, 1962.

The Herald noted that the residence of Mr. and Mrs. Cecil Floyd had an especially beautiful display of chrysanthemums lining the side of the street.

Funeral services were held for Kittie Flanigan, 95; and for Charlie Roberson, 48.

“G.I. Blues,” starring Elvis Presley and Juliet Prowse; and “World in My Pocket,” starring Rod Steiger and Nadja Tiller, were the Friday and Saturday double feature shown at both Highlands Drive-In and Strand Theatres.

In area news: three members of the Hickman County Bulldogs were removed from the football team for disciplinary reasons.

October 26, 1972

Gary Wise, registered x-ray technologist, was presented with the American Registry of Clinical Radiography Technologists’ Citation Award for services rendered to the profession and Registry during the past year.

Six men from Lewis County enlisted in the U.S. Army. They were Russell DuPont, Bobby Frazier, Jeff Hardin, Gene Jackson, Dennis Kelley, and L. W. Staggs.

The Natchez Trace headquarters office reminded sportsmen that hunting was not allowed on parkway lands.

The LCHS Panthers tied with Loretto for a score of 6 to 6. The leading rusher for the team was Freddy Hardy who gained 5 yards in a 5 attempts.

The following births were announced: Robbie Jane, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. James Garrett; and Robert Andrew, son of Mr. and Mrs. Hulon Dunn.

Jesse Cameron was honored for his birthday with a dinner attended by family and friends.

Funeral services were held for John Anderson, 88; Lee Murphy, 48; and for Lillie Stinson, 63.

A scholarship fund in memory of the late Marguerite Hinson, formerly of Hohenwald, was created at Morehead State University in KY. Mrs. Hinson was the assistant professor of business education at M.S.U. prior to her death.

“Hot Summer Week,” starring Dianne Hull, and “Play it Again Sam,” starring Woody Allen and Dianne Keaton, were the Friday and Saturday night movies showing at the Highlands Drive-In.

October 21, 1982

County Officials William T. Rasbury, Paul L. Spears, and Charles M. Campbell placed a full-page ad in the paper in response to advertisements promoting a liquor store in Hohenwald. The ad included a copy of the 1982 Tennessee County Government Handbook’s Alcoholic Beverage Tax, and stated that in 1981, Lewis County received $16,643.08 from this statewide tax. The ad also stated that if distilled spirits and wines were sold in the county that the increase of revenue, at that time, would have been “so small that it would amount to less than one cent of our present property tax rate.”

Mrs. Gene Garrett won the $1,500 jackpot drawing held at Holt’s I.G.A.

LCHS Players of the Week were Wendell Cotham and Paul Rawdon.

The following ladies were elected as officers of the Lewis County Candystripers: Becky Dunn, president; Bernice Woolridge, vice-president; Rhonda Gallian, secretary; Lisa Crouch, treasurer; and Susan Staggs, reporter.

Larry Epley was assigned to Lowry Air Force Base, CO after completing basic training.

Fred Hudson, Jr. arrived for duty in Yong San, South Korea with the 227th Maintenance Battalion.

The following births were announced: Michael Alan, son of Mr. and Mrs. Alfred Kelley; and Justin Lee, son of Mr. and Mrs. Terry Carroll.

“Friday the 13th Part II,” starring Adrienne King, Amy Steel, and John Furey, was the weekend movie at the Highlands Drive In.

October 29, 1992

Ronnie Darnell was appointed temporary Highway Commissioner following the sudden death of Joe Turnbow.

A group of eight international travel writers with the Society of American Travel Writers visited Hohenwald on October 26. They were on a post-convention tour to discover locations for stories for travel magazines, newspapers, and radio programs.

Barbara Jenkins-Milom, author of “I Once Knew a Woman,” spoke to a group of ladies and LCHS students about women who succeed on October 20. A book signing followed the talk.

A motorcade of 25 cars passed through Hohenwald on October 24 in route to a Democratic rally held in Parsons.

LCHS Panthers defeated Loretto with a score of 26 to 23 in overtime play. Benji Rainey led the team in rushing with 18 carries for 113 yards. Randal Hankins led the team in tackles with 18.

Misty Loudermilk and Tera Sublett were chosen as LCMS Women of the Week. Josh Stutts and Greg Webb were chosen as LCMS Men of the Week.

Robert “Rambo” Johnson was featured in the LCHS Staff Feature column.

Brandon Mash caught nine bluegill while fishing with his aunt at Leatherwood Resort on Kentucky Lake.

Cory Carroll and Michael Prince enlisted in the U.S. Navy.

The following births were announced: Cagney Taylor, daughter of Ricky and Tammy Brown; and Alaina Cheyenne, daughter of Mark and Kim Zarle.

Funeral services were held for Earnest Ayers, 80; William Carlile, 61; and for Joe Turnbow, 61.

Barnes Auction Building advertised a Halloween dance to be held on October 31, 1992. A costume contest with prizes for both children and adults was planned for the event.

October 24, 2002

Commissioner J. P. “Pete” Harris was elected as Chairman Pro Tem of the Lewis County Commission.

The Tennessee Lawnmower Racing State Championship was held at Memorial Park on October 12.

The LCHS Panthers defeated Richland with a score of 32 to 14. WWTN-FM reported that a group of Richland fans attempted to attack Lewis County, but school resource officers “showed their composure and training and simply did their job in helping the Panthers retreat to the safety of the locker room area.” In addition, one of the Richland coaches was inviting LCHS officials to ‘meet me in the back!” after taking offense to fullback Marcus Booker scoring a final touchdown with under a minute to go.

The following births were announced: Addison Elle, daughter of Nick and Cameron Peterson; and Caleb Eric and Taylor Steven, twin sons of Joel and Lydia Dworkin.

Funeral services were held for Annie Bastin, 91; John Sharp, 58; and for Joe Thomas, 89.

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.