Glimpses of Hohenwald's Past

July 1, 1954

Officials from Wynn Industries visited Hohenwald to look over the progress that had been made on the Industrial Building, and to make plans for bringing in machinery and equipment for use in the plant. The Herald reported that the factory to make men’s suits would be fully operational within 45 days.

The City of Hohenwald requested that residents water their gardens and lawns in the following manner: Those with an even last house number were to water on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday. Those with an odd last house number were to water their lawns and gardens on Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday. “The City is not trying to ration your supply, but merely protect the storage supply so as to have an ample supply at all times, to be used in overcoming any emergency that might arise.”

The American Legion Auxiliary announced that Sue Black and Annette Rasbury were selected to attend Girls State. Betty Turnbow was selected as alternate.

Duke Bates, Bobby Edwards, Donald Skelton, and Elmer Staggs were all undergoing their Air Force basic training course at Lackland Air Force Base.

Mr. and Mrs. Gene Sauliner announced the birth of their daughter, Julia Marie.

Funeral services were held for Sue Peery, 57; and for Fannie Walker, 64.

Advertised specials this week at U-Tote-‘Em Super Market included: a half gallon of Fro-Joy ice cream for $0.59, two dozen lemons for $0.49, two bottles of Donald Duck ketchup for $0.29, three boxes of Kleenex for $0.45, and a pint of Lady Betty mayonnaise for $0.35.

“Killer Ape,” starring Johnny Weismuller as Jungle Jim, and “Pals of the Saddle,” starring John Wayne, were the Friday and Saturday movies showing at the Strand Theatre.

July 2, 1964

Lewis County General Hospital announced that it would be adding Dr. Felix Nora to its staff on July 15.

Captain Kenneth Hughey was one of 850 officers and airmen receiving personal congratulations and special recognition during the observance of the 10th anniversary of Air Force missile and space program.

A.B. Sisco, Jr. won the Commanding General’s Golf Tournament held at Fort Campbell.

Mr. and Mrs. Donald Miller announced the birth of their son, Jeffrey Wayne.

Johnny Pitts was receiving Army basic training at Fort Jackson, SC.

Barbara Tilley won a trophy in a band competition held at the National Jaycee Convention.

Funeral services were held for Jess Brewer, 56.

“Palm Springs Weekend,” starring Troy Donahue and Connie Stevens, and “Rage at Dawn,” starring Randolph Scott, were the weekend movies showing at the Highlands Drive-In Theater.

July 4, 1974

The Tennessee Living History Association set up a pioneer camp at Meriwether Lewis Park on the Natchez Trace on June 21 and would remain there until August 4. Men, women, and children would wear authentic 1800-era clothing and demonstrate what life was like for the early immigrants.

Dr. and Mrs. Timothy Gowder announced the birth of their daughter, Sarah Emily.

Charles and Joan Talley announced the arrival of a son, Eric Thomas, who was four months old and came to live with them.

Mrs. James Johnston caught a 15-pound blue fish while fishing in the Gulf near Panama City, FL.

Glenda Atkinson grew a 19 pound cabbage in her garden.

Lewis County Farm Bureau advertised that they were now insuring motorcycles.

Mr. and Mrs. Jerry Harris announced the birth of their son, Jerry Lee.

Funeral services were held for Eldridge Baker, 73.

“Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid,” starring Paul Newman and Robert Redford, and “Superchick,” starring Joyce Milson, were the weekend movies showing at the Highlands Drive-In Theater.

July 5, 1984

The State of Tennessee approved a grant to widen the road in front of LCHS, construct a turn lane, and purchase beacons which would be pole mounted.

Local golfers participated in a four-man Scramble tournament in Lobelville. The winning team, who shot 18 under par, was composed of David Barber, Wayne Brewer, Chris Cantrell, and John Barber.

Floyd Tibbs won a $50 check for correctly guessing the number of pickles in the pickle jar at the 2nd annual birthday celebration for Lewis County Hospital. Tibbs only entered one guess in the contest, and guessed the exact number of 139 pickles.

Funeral services were held for James Churchwell, 35; Joshua Churchwell, 10; and for Claude Orr, 83.

“Beat Street” was the weekend movie showing at the Highlands Drive-in Theatre.

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.