The GazetteOctober 5, 1939 Although the Union Parish Fair is called an annual event, it is only since 1932 that the event has really been held annually. This year's fair is heralded as the twenty-second annual Fair, but it has only been since 1932 that a group of citizens organized the UNION PARISH FAIR ASSOCIATION, … Continue reading Parish Fair Great Asset to Parish Agriculture
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“Didn’t Know It Was Loaded.”
The Gazette July 10, 1901 The ten-year-old son of Mr. J. W. Stancil carelessly pointed a shotgun at Mr. Fowler's two little girls Monday, saying, "I'm going to shoot you." The gun discharged, and the load passed between the children who were standing about three feet apart. Luckily nobody was hurt; but this instance should … Continue reading “Didn’t Know It Was Loaded.”
Burned to Death
The Gazette December 19, 1900 Sunday morning little Elmore, the youngest son of Mr. and Mrs. J. W. Stancil, was horribly burned from the effects of which he died Monday night. The child was standing before the fire in his night gown, when unfortunately the garment caught fire, the flames soon enveloping him. A little … Continue reading Burned to Death
