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Japanese Surrender
The news of Japan's official surrender at 6 o'clock Thursday evening, which came in over the raid, set Ashburn and Turner County citizens rejoicing. The hour of the day, coming at 6 o'clock, was an opportune time, the day's work for all being over.…
Japanese Magnolia
Evans St. in Ashburn, GA
James Simon "J.S." Shingler
This portrait is part of a matching set with James Simon "J.S" Shingler and Emma Shipman Baldwin Shingler. On the back of the portrait of Emma, there is a handwritten note: "From D (illegible) W Migraths Portrait Copying & Picture Frame House 125…
Jack Albritton and daughter Rene Fortson
JACK WITH HIS DAUGHTER RENE ALBRITTON FORTSON.
To read more from Jack Albritton's People of Turner County interview:
https://turnercountyproject.com/2022/01/17/jack-albritton/
To read more from Jack Albritton's People of Turner County interview:
https://turnercountyproject.com/2022/01/17/jack-albritton/
Jack Albritton
James Riley “Jack” Albritton, who turns 95 in 2022, has lived a life worth talking about. He served in the Air Corps at age 17 (yes, underage) to help clean up Pearl Harbor. He created a thriving mechanic business in the sleepy town of Sycamore. He…
J. H. Gilmore
"Mr. Gilmore is a prosperous farmer of the Rebecca district and is highly esteemed by those who know him. He has good business qualifications and the interest of the county at heart."
It's "Ashburn" Everywhere, c. 1922
![1922 July 8 - The True Citizen [Waynesboro, GA] - It's 'Ashburn' Everywhere.jpg](https://turnercountyproject.com/archive/files/square_thumbnails/a6229c06029abafb71976a28fbb70625.jpg "1922 July 8 - The True Citizen [Waynesboro, GA] - It's 'Ashburn' Everywhere.jpg")
"It is interesting to analyze the reasons for the publicity which the little town of Ashburn in Turner County, South Georgia, has been recently receiving. The publicity is of the favorable and constructive sort; it affects more than the pleasure and…
Ireland Road Occupants
Location: Ireland Rd., Ashburn, Georgia
Installation of New Big Peanut Monument
Location: Sylvia Drive in Ashburn, GA
I am Here at Ashburn, Ga. - Wish You Were Here Too (vintage postcard)
Script:
Helo Papa how are you I am all OK and hope you are the Same I would've written you sooner but I have been so busy & haven't had time.
Homer
Addressed to:
Mr. S.E. Wright
Acworth GA
Rt. #3
Post Office Stamp:
Ashburn, GA
Sept 2,…
Helo Papa how are you I am all OK and hope you are the Same I would've written you sooner but I have been so busy & haven't had time.
Homer
Addressed to:
Mr. S.E. Wright
Acworth GA
Rt. #3
Post Office Stamp:
Ashburn, GA
Sept 2,…
Hudson Avenue
Location: Hudson Avenue in Ashburn, Georgia
Date: March 17, 2021
To read more about the name origin:
https://turnercountyproject.com/2021/05/31/hudson-avenue/
Date: March 17, 2021
To read more about the name origin:
https://turnercountyproject.com/2021/05/31/hudson-avenue/
House on the front (vintage postcard)
Script:
Having a fine time. Come to Hatley, GA
Shall expect you Tuesday sure. Saw [illegible] children at the Depot in C- Rose also missed connections. So am with Rose she was the cause.
Belle
Addressed to:
Mrs. Maude Burk
Warwick,…
Having a fine time. Come to Hatley, GA
Shall expect you Tuesday sure. Saw [illegible] children at the Depot in C- Rose also missed connections. So am with Rose she was the cause.
Belle
Addressed to:
Mrs. Maude Burk
Warwick,…
House By The Road - Quiet, Refined, Restful - Ashburn, Georgia (vintage postcard)
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THE HOUSE BY THE ROAD
Ashburn, Ga.
On U.S. 41. 85 miles south of Macon. A private estate open to guests. Spacious grounds with beautiful flowers. Each room with private bath and steam heat. Meals served. Locked garages. Telephone 101 J…
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THE HOUSE BY THE ROAD
Ashburn, Ga.
On U.S. 41. 85 miles south of Macon. A private estate open to guests. Spacious grounds with beautiful flowers. Each room with private bath and steam heat. Meals served. Locked garages. Telephone 101 J…
Hopefull Church invoices (1979)
Misc. invoices from Mitchell-Stewart Hardware Co. and Warren Arnold & Son for Hopewell Primitive Baptist Church
Honeysuckle Sunset
Location: Honeysuckle Road in Sycamore, GA 31714
Hon. John B. Hutcheson discusses Ashburn, c. 1906
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"Ashburn, always a progressive city, its every citizens being active and energetic, has taken on new life since the county of Turner was created. A creation, an initiative invariably attracts attention, nad [and] then it's up to those who have…
"Ashburn, always a progressive city, its every citizens being active and energetic, has taken on new life since the county of Turner was created. A creation, an initiative invariably attracts attention, nad [and] then it's up to those who have…
HOLLAND'S PECAN SHOPPE (vintage postcard)
HOLLAND'S PECAN SHOPPE
On Interstate 75
Sycamore, Georgia
Air Conditioned - Snack Bar - Gifts - Souvenirs - Fine Pecan Candies - Standard Oil Products - Sparkling Clean Rest Rooms
Phone 567-2932
On Interstate 75
Sycamore, Georgia
Air Conditioned - Snack Bar - Gifts - Souvenirs - Fine Pecan Candies - Standard Oil Products - Sparkling Clean Rest Rooms
Phone 567-2932
HOLLAND'S PECAN SHOPPE (vintage postcard)
HOLLAND'S PECAN SHOPPE
On Interstate 75
Sycamore, Georgia
Air Conditioned - Snack Bar - Gifts - Souvenirs - Fine Pecan Candies - Standard Oil Products - Sparkling Clean Rest Rooms
Phone 567-2932
On Interstate 75
Sycamore, Georgia
Air Conditioned - Snack Bar - Gifts - Souvenirs - Fine Pecan Candies - Standard Oil Products - Sparkling Clean Rest Rooms
Phone 567-2932
Hobby School Rd. Sunset
Location: Hobby School Rd in Ashburn, GA
Hobbs Store
located in Dakota, Georgia on Hwy 41 N.
Coordinates: 31°46'33" N 83°41'36" W
Coordinates: 31°46'33" N 83°41'36" W
History of Turner County (Book) - Page 96 & 97 images (front)
History of Turner County by John Ben Pate, reprint 1979 - between pages 96 & 97 (front picture placard)
1. Stephen N. Mitchell, pioneer farmer and lumberman
2. Mrs. S.N. Mitchell,
3. Ben Cravey - former Commissioner of Roads and Revenue
4.…
1. Stephen N. Mitchell, pioneer farmer and lumberman
2. Mrs. S.N. Mitchell,
3. Ben Cravey - former Commissioner of Roads and Revenue
4.…
History of Turner County (Book) - Page 96 & 97 images (back)
History of Turner County by John Ben Pate, reprint 1979 - between pages 96 & 97 (back picture placard)
1. D.H. Davis, president Citizens Bank and large landowner
2. Rev. Joe J. Davis, pioneer preacher
3. Samuel Young, an early pioneer
4. G.A.…
1. D.H. Davis, president Citizens Bank and large landowner
2. Rev. Joe J. Davis, pioneer preacher
3. Samuel Young, an early pioneer
4. G.A.…
History of Turner County (Book) - Page 64 & 65 images (front)
History of Turner County by John Ben Pate, reprint 1979 - between pages 64 & 65 (front picture placard)
Nina Cox, County Superintendent of School
1. Sycamore Consolidated High School
2. Rebecca Consolidated High School
3. Dakota Consolidated…
Nina Cox, County Superintendent of School
1. Sycamore Consolidated High School
2. Rebecca Consolidated High School
3. Dakota Consolidated…
History of Turner County (Book) - Page 64 & 65 images (back)
History of Turner County by John Ben Pate, reprint 1979 - between pages 64 & 65 (back picture placard)
1. Joe Lawrence, editor, farmer and stock-raiser
2. F.H. Wardlaw [Wardlow], farmer and landowner
3. H.S. Story, farmer and naval stores…
1. Joe Lawrence, editor, farmer and stock-raiser
2. F.H. Wardlaw [Wardlow], farmer and landowner
3. H.S. Story, farmer and naval stores…
History of Turner County (Book) - Page 32 & 33 images (front)
History of Turner County by John Ben Pate, reprint 1979 - between pages 32 & 33 (front picture placard)
1. Hon. J.W. Henderson - second representative of Turner Co.
2. J.S. Geoghagan - Farmer and business man
3. W.A. Greer - First Ordinary of…
1. Hon. J.W. Henderson - second representative of Turner Co.
2. J.S. Geoghagan - Farmer and business man
3. W.A. Greer - First Ordinary of…
History of Turner County (Book) - Page 32 & 33 images (back)
History of Turner County by John Ben Pate, reprint 1979 - between pages 32 & 33 (front picture placard)
1. Bennett Pate, pioneer
2. Mrs. Bennett Pate, pioneer
3. Elbert Paulk, pioneer
4. Rachel Clements Paulk, pioneer
5. Elder Zarah Paulk,…
1. Bennett Pate, pioneer
2. Mrs. Bennett Pate, pioneer
3. Elbert Paulk, pioneer
4. Rachel Clements Paulk, pioneer
5. Elder Zarah Paulk,…