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Johnston Rd. in Ashburn, Georgia
Location: Johnston Road, Ashburn, Georgia
Date: March 13, 2021
First photo: Scenic view of Johnston Road
Second photo: John Allen (Pop) Johnston (May 26, 1912 – April 13, 2003), namesake of the road. (Given by grandson Jeremy Johnston)
To…
Date: March 13, 2021
First photo: Scenic view of Johnston Road
Second photo: John Allen (Pop) Johnston (May 26, 1912 – April 13, 2003), namesake of the road. (Given by grandson Jeremy Johnston)
To…
Johnston Rd.
To read more about the namesake of Johnston Road, visit here:
https://turnercountyproject.com/2021/03/15/johnston-road/
https://turnercountyproject.com/2021/03/15/johnston-road/
John Dye
John Dye, who turned 95 in 2022, is perhaps one of the most well-respected citizens in Turner County. He is beloved by many not only because he invested so much of his time and love into his students throughout his almost 50 years in education but…
John and Lois Dye, attending Eureka Prom as chaperones
To read more of John Dye's People of Turner County interview:
https://turnercountyproject.com/2022/02/14/john-dye/
https://turnercountyproject.com/2022/02/14/john-dye/
Joan Sellars Lorenzen
To read Joan's mini interview, check it out here:
https://turnercountyproject.com/2022/10/11/joan-sellars-lorenzen/
https://turnercountyproject.com/2022/10/11/joan-sellars-lorenzen/
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
"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
Interview with Warren S. Hancock
Warren S. Hancock was interviewed by Shelley Zorn and Gail Walls.
The envelope the tape was found in mentions the Evans Murder and the Miles Cribbs hanging. However, the tape is degraded within 4 minutes of the interview.
The envelope the tape was found in mentions the Evans Murder and the Miles Cribbs hanging. However, the tape is degraded within 4 minutes of the interview.
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…