Last of May Edition

Colossians 1:16-18 “16For by him were all things created, that are in heaven, and that are in earth, visible and invisible, whether they be thrones, or dominions, or principalities, or powers: all things were created by him, and for him: 17And he is before all things, and by him all things consist. 18And he is the head of the body, the church: who is the beginning, the firstborn from the dead; that in all things he might have the preeminence. “

Happy birthday to: Janelle Briant (May 31), Bobby Thompson (May 27), Bonnie jackson May 26.

Birthdays this week include: Bonnie Jackson and Betty Lisemby Taylor (May 26), Bobby Thompson (May 27), Elton Lisemby (May 29) and Janelle Briant (May 31).

Happy anniversary to Jason and Carrie Hall (May 21).

Mrs. Lois Avery was visited last week by her sister Margaret Smith of Kenosha, WI.

I was saddened to learn this morning that Joe Phillips had passed away a couple of weeks ago. He was an all-around good guy. We also lost James Grice on May 20. Keep both families in your thoughts and prayers.

The county commodities truck will be at the community center on May 30 from 9am-noon.

 Pastor Billy Wilson of Macedonia FWB Church is recovering nicely from the knee reconstruction surgery he underwent May 20.

There will be another Hunter Education Class given in June on the 9th, 10th, and 12th from 5:30 pm to 9:00 pm. Class will be held at The West Saline Community Center (the old school building). For more information, contact James Gill at (870)-352-8527. You must reserve a seat before May 27.

An extract from Goodspeed's History of Arkansas, Chapter 25, page 619: James Edgar Martin is a stock-dealer and merchant of New Edinburg, Ark., and was born in Bradley County, Ark., on May 27, 1852, being a son of Dr. John W. and Mary E. (Franklin) Martin, who were born in Virginia and Arkansas respectively. Both are residents of Warren, Bradley County, Ark., and Dr. Martin is now seventy-one years of age... a family of twelve children was born to himself and wife, eight of whom are now living, James Edgar Martin being the second child. In his youth he attended the Warren High School, and in 1873 left his home to embark in the mercantile business, first as salesman at Collins Station, in his uncle's employ, then for the firm of Martin and Goodwin of Warren. In 1876 he came to New Edinburg and became an associate of Martin and Goodwin in the firm of T. M. Goodwin & Co., but in 1883 he became sole proprietor and has since been successfully engaged in business alone. In connection with managing his store he also deals extensively in stock, and is the owner of some very fine registered Holstein and Jersey cattle. He has been grading his stock for four years past, and now has one of the finest herds in the county. He is also the owner of 1,500 acres of land in Bradley and Cleveland Counties, a goodly portion of which is under cultivation, and is accounted not only a successful farmer and stockman also. Like his father, he is a Mason and a Democrat, and his wife, whose maiden name was Mary Word, and whom he married on March 5, 1884, is a member of the Methodist Episcopal Church and a daughter of James Word of New Edinburg. Mr. and Mrs. Martin have two children, Anna May and John Ernest.

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May 19 Edition

Proverbs 3:5-6 “Trust in the LORD with all your heart, and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways acknowledge Him, and He shall direct your paths.” (KJV)

Birthdays this week include: Marnell Parker (May 19), James Norris (May 21), Connie Shaw (May 23) Princess Warner (May 26).  Happy belated birthday to Betty King (May 16).

The commodities truck will be her for us poor folk at the New Edinburg Community Center from 9 am to noon on May 30.

Oh look, they did a bangup job resurfacing the highway from the park to the Bradley County line and in record time. We Eagles are impressed and flabbergasted at the speed modern technology can make things happen.

There will be another Hunter Education Class given in June on the 9th, 10th, and 12th from 5:30 pm to 9:00 pm. Class will be held at The West Saline Community Center (the old school building). For more information, contact James Gill at (870) 352-8527. You must reserve a seat before May 27.

In addition, if you're feeling daring, and want to join New Edinburg's elite sans peer, the Fire Department will be holding Firefighter Intro classes June 16-17 and the 19th from 6-10pm at the fire station. All firefighters are reminded the June meeting will be on the 12th at 6:30pm.

Please feel free to share items of interest with this column by Monday morning for inclusion in that week's paper.  This column appears on the internet (whenever I get around to posting it) at http://WeAreTheEagles.blogspot.com. Go Eagles.

May 12 Edition

"⁶ Humble yourselves therefore under the mighty hand of God, that he may exalt you in due time: ⁷ Casting all your care upon him; for he careth for you." 1 Peter 5:6-7 KJV

Birthdays this week include: Michael Rawls (May 11), Devlyn Moring (May 11), Patsy Spears (May 12) Termedia Jackson and Glenda Wilson (May 15).

Bobby Hickerson, father of Doris Kee, passed away last Wednesday. Please keep his family in your prayers.

There will be another Hunter Education Class given in June on the 9th, 10th, and 12th from 5:30 pm to 9:00 pm. Class will be held at The West Saline Community Center (the old school building). For more information, contact James Gill at (870)-352-8527. You must reserve a seat before May 27.

There will be a benefit at the New Edinburg Community Center for Paul and Doris Jankowski of Hermitage May 16 from 7-10pm with music by The White Mustang Band.  This is a family event and children are welcome. No booze allowed. Admission is $6.

The online Encyclopedia of Arkansas tells us “In 1904, the Bank of New Edinburg was organized, with E. M. Attwood as the founder and president. During the Great Depression, it was the only bank in the county that remained open. By 1936, there were several merchants in New Edinburg, as well as cafes and a beauty shop. One building housed both the Central Telephone Office and the Knight Theater, which showed matinees at noon for children on their lunch break from school and also had shows after school and on Saturday nights.”

Please feel free to share items of interest with this column by Monday morning for inclusion in that week's paper.  This column appears on the internet (whenever I get around to posting it) at http://WeAreTheEagles.blogspot.com. Go Eagles.

May 5 Edition

" Confess your faults one to another, and pray one for another, that ye may be healed. The effectual fervent prayer of a righteous man availeth much."  --- James 5:16 KJV

Prayer list this week includes the family of Gary Morgan.

Birthdays this week: Tina Sanders (May 7), ME! (May 7), Daniel Bryant (May 9), Kim Emerson (May 10), Kayla Herring (May 10).

Blackberry winter has come and gone. Hello, warmer temps.

Looks like the repaving of Hwy. 8 has been delayed.

Gary Morgan passed away last Saturday.

There will be another Hunter Education Class given in June on the 9th, 10th, and 12th from 5:30 pm to 9:00 pm. Class will be held at The West Saline Community Center (The old school building). For more information, contact James Gill at (870)-352-8527. You must reserve a seat before May 27.

There will be a benefit at the New Edinburg Community Center for Paul
and Doris Jankowski of Hermitage May 16 from 7-10pm with music by The
White Mustang Band.  This is a family event and children are welcome.
No booze allowed. Admission is $6.

Please feel free to share items of interest with this column by Monday
morning for inclusion in that week's paper.  This column appears on the internet (whenever I get around to posting it) at http://WeAreTheEagles.blogspot.com. Go
Eagles.

April 28 Edition

"No weapon that is formed against thee shall prosper; and every tongue
that shall rise against thee in judgment thou shalt condemn. This is
the heritage of the servants of the LORD, and their righteousness is
of me, saith the LORD." - Isaiah 54:17

Happy birthday this week to: Megan and Morgan Searcy and Norma
Thompson - April 28.

We dodged the bullet on some very nasty weather this weekend, with
others in the Vilonia area not so lucky.

The Hunter Education Course given at the New Edinburg Fire Department
is reported to have gone well, with expectations of another class
being given soon. Those interesed should call James Gill at 1
(870)-352-8527 between 4:00 pm and 8pm.

There will be a benefit at the New Edinburg Community Center for Paul
and Doris Jankowski of Hermitage May 16 from 7-10pm with music by The
White Mustang Band.  This is a family event and children are welcome.
No booze allowed. Don't even think about it.

Note to those who frequently travel Hwy. 8: resurfacing of the highway
from the Marks' Mills Park to the Bradley County Line commences this
week... rain or shine. The Highway department will be putting down a
new surface composed of the asphalt/rubber mix that covers the stretch
to Fordyce. Travelers take note that there will probably be hold-ups
in traffic until the project is completed.

Please feel free to share items of interest with this column by Monday
morning for inclusion in that week's paper.  My email is
JamesCBoney@gmail.com. This column appears on the internet (whenever I
get around to posting it) at http://WeAreTheEagles.blogspot.com. Go
Eagles.

April 21 Edition

"For I know that my redeemer liveth, and that he shall stand at the latter day upon the earth:" --- Job 19:25

Birthdays this week include: Kim Allen - April 22, Daisy Blackmon - April 23 and Erwin Dyer - April 24, Geraldine Sanders - April 27, Robert Dyer - April 27, Jeanette Thompson - April 27.

Here's hoping everyone had a great Easter.

Brother Tony Atkins reports a packed house for Easter sunrise services at New Edinburg 1st Baptist Church.

Easter lunch guests at the home of Bruce and Wendy Grice and Kennedy Pruitt were Joan McCallister of Kingsland, Mitchell Grice of Fordyce, Keith and Melody Grice, Austin, Braydon, Grant & Gracyn of New Edinburg, Bill and Ouita Jarrett of New Edinburg, Randy, Suzanne and Jared Wagnon of New Edinburg, Amy Offutt, Cameron, Megan and Jonathan of White Hall, Coy and Jane Coats of Fordyce, Brandy and Jacob Wolfe and John Coats of Warren. 

I heard a rumor today that there was a man here in New Edinburg who raised 40 acres of turnips and greens for the needy during the Great Despression. Can anyone tell me who this gentleman was, because I'd like to know.

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April 14 Edition

^"11 And do this, understanding the present time: The hour has already come for you to wake up from your slumber, because our salvation is nearer now than when we first believed. ¹² The night is nearly over; the day is almost here. So let us put aside the deeds of darkness and put on the armor of light." -- Romans 8:11-12

Birthdays this week include: Sheila Currier - April 13, Blake Spears and Bobbie Moseley - April 14, Johnnie Green & Ella Green April 15.

A hunter education course will be given at the New Edinburg Volunteer Fire Department on April 19 from 8am to 7pm. For more information, call James Gill at 352-8527.

Friends and family involved with Bethel Cemetery are holding a clean up day this Friday, April 18, from 8:30am until ?. Those interested in helping keep the cemetery looking nice are invited to come and help.

New Edinburg First Baptist Church will have its Easter Sunrise Services at 6:30am followed by a fellowship breakfast.

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April 7 Edition

"For if, when we were enemies, we were reconciled to God by the death of his Son, much more, being reconciled, we shall be saved by his life." --- Roman 5:10

Birthdays this week: Tommy Green - April 10, Melinda Huddleston & Dustin Briant - April 12, Sheila Currier - April 13, Blake Spears and Bobbie Moseley - April 14.

Spring has sprung, and the pollen is fallin'. Weekly rains are keeping the ground soft and the loggers idle.  More heavy rains are expected here later this week.

Chapel Hill Missionary Baptist Church will hold its revival April 11 and 12 at 7pm and Sunday April 13 at 11am. The evangelist will be Bro. Todd West and the pastor is Bro. Dwane Ashcraft. Everyone is invited.

A hunter education course will be given at the New Edinburg Volunteer Fire Department on April 19 from 8am to 7pm. For more information, call James Gill at 352-8527.

I spent most of Saturday afternoon riding around with my old NEHS classmate and friend David "Andy" Farmer.  We had a great time looking around and remembering friends past and present. Andy and I started together in Miss Joann's 1st Grade class in 1974 and finished up together at KHS in 1986... I can't say that about too many of my classmates... but I can testify that, other than being taller, he has not changed one single bit... same ol' Andy.

Some local history about the First Baptist Church courtesy of The Eagle Democrat,  Wednesday, October 25, 1967:  "The First Baptist Church of New Edinburg has a distinction of having been built and located in three counties without moving more than 100 yards and without ever crossing a county line.
At the time of the erection of the church, the town of New Edinburg was in Bradley County. Some years later, a new county was formed from parts of adjoining counties and New Edinburg and the Baptist Church found themselves in Dorsey County. Still later, the name of the county was changed, honoring President Grover Cleveland.
The church was organized almost 100 years ago in 1868 with Elders Solomon Gardner and John T. Craig consitituting the Presbytery. The church was in the Judson Baptist Association. After 1901, the church agreed that it could no longer see eye to eye on ecclesiastical matters with its present larger connection and joined the General Association, the American Baptist Association, and later the North American Baptist Association.
The first building was completed in September of 1869, after which the church adopted a resolution to the Methodist of the community expressing appreciation for being allowed to use the Methodist house of worship for its services for a season.
In early years, at almost every monthly conference, some-Brother or Sister was excluded from worship for some kind of unbecoming conduct: the men usually for imbibing too freely of alcoholic beverages and the women for "tipping light fantastic toe..." [Note: that's archaic language for dancing...]
In those days, revivals were popular, and one mighty one was conducted under the persuasive preaching of Rev. W. E. Penn in 1890. Results, fifty church additions and 122 professions of faith.
A new church was erected in 1936 and it was dedicated in 1937. The building, at the time of completion, consisted of an auditorium and six Sabbath School rooms. The Sunday School is first mentioned in church records of 1883. The church has had three buildings, the current one replacing one that was put up in 1890. This one replaced the orginal church structure. The middle building had an 84-foot steeple."
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