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The Silent City 2012 production was splendid success Adair County Library, Adair Genealogical Society are elated and thankful following a perfect evening of history Click on headline for photo(s) as added and for additional presentations, as added By Lee Ann Jessee, Director, Adair Public Library The Adair County Public Library and the Adair County Genealogical Society would like to say "Thank you" to everyone who made last night a success! First of all, our cast of presenters were entertaining and informative. Linda Lewis, our newest presenter, was splendid telling about Anna Wethington from the porch of the beautiful Magnolia House. Thanks to the other new presenters, Dr. Max Downey and lovely daughter Laura, for bringing to life the wonderful story of Stanley Downey. J.D. And Ellen Zornes who, as always, give historical and entertaining reports on Adair County couples. They were fabulous last night as N.M. and Mary Tutt. Jennifer Smith, who gave an accurate and believable account of Laura Feese, a relative of hers. She also mentioned the Feese Mill located off Pelham Branch Road that burnt in the 70's. Mr. Richard Phelps, for his great re-telling of the life of Herschel Clay Baker. As always, Richard was totally in character! Caleb Ricketts appeared courtesy of Adair County Historian, Michael C. Watson. We were invited inside Professor Rickett's classroom and I think everyone learned a lesson or two! We would also like to say a big 'thank you" to the crowd of almost 70 who braved the chilly winds and supported these presenters. We appreciate t the tremendous support from the community and we hope everyone had a wonderful time! I would like to also say thanks to Ernestine Bennett, Adair County Genealogist who makes this event what it is every year. She consistently locates characters who have contributed to what makes Adair County! Jewel, Anita and Aleina thank you for working extra hours to make sure everything is in place and ready to go! You gals are wonderful! Jane Grant for stepping in at the last minute and carrying the portable sound system for the presenters. Lila Curry for documenting as much as possible through video. Thanks to Columbiamagazine, Adair Progress, Community Voice, WAIN, and Printing Creations for getting the word out. - Lee Ann Jessee Presentations will be added separately on CM and below, as received and posted Caleb H. Ricketts... presented by Mike Watson Caleb H. Ricketts was known in Adair and surrounding counties as a classical educator, businessman, and land surveyor of considerable distinction. It was he who surveyed and marked the lines for the new county of Russell in 1825. For many years, Professor Ricketts, as he was commonly known, taught subscription schools and was private tutor in this county for many of the young men who advanced to prominence in later years. He was known as a classical scholar, one who taught not only the basic rudiments such as reading and writing, but also mathematics, Latin, logic and the sciences. His reputation increased to the point where he was often engaged to teach one or two children of a family, and would reside in the family home, to be paid both room and board, and a salary based upon the curriculum and the number of pupils he taught. Caleb H. Ricketts, born 15 March 1782, died 3 November 1849, buried in the Columbia Cemetery, was married in 1809 in Adair County to Anne T. "Nancy" Powell, a daughter of Major Robert Powell, Sr. Anne, generally called Nancy, as was the custom of the time, died "about" 1821, according to her grave marker in the Columbia City Cemetery. She and Caleb, who outlived her by nearly three decades, were buried in an old section of the cemetery, near where the old Powell family was interred, though no markers now remain for this venerable clan. Caleb and Anne left no issue. His death was chronicled by a former pupil, James L. Johnston, of Adair County, a well known and wealthy businessman and gentleman farmer. "On the 30th of November one thousand eight hundred and forty nine our reverend and much esteemed friend Caleb H. Ricketts died at the house of Robert Lyon where he was keeping scholl (school) & his death was caused by violent cold terminating in Numonia (pneumonia). He went to school Monday and Tuesday, turning out school on Tuesday about two o'clock, being very much indisposed with cold sweats and chills passing through his sistem (sic), and was about 3 hours in reaching the house of Mr. Lyon, a distance of not more than a half mile, his attacks being so violent, and he lingered on until Saturday night about nine o'clock when his soul return[ed] to Him that gave it." A note on Major Robert Powell--Robert Powell joined the Continental Army in 1776 and served until the close of the Revolution, attaining the rank of Major. He married in 1779 to Ann Wert in Alexandria, VA, and they were the parents of eleven children. Major Powell moved to KY and lived in Adair County at the time of his death and, therefore, is almost certainly buried in the Columbia Cemetery. Major Powell died on 14 or 15 May 1815. Ann Wert Powell, born 29 July 1762 at West Grove, near Alexandria, VA, died 5 January 1837 at Danville, then Mercer County, KY. Major Powell was awarded 4,000 acres of land in 1783 for his service in the Revolution. Dr. Nathan Gaither drafted a letter in 1833 to help prove Major Powell's service; he had been the Major's physician from 1809 until his death in 1815. - -Mike Watson Fannie B. Smythe. . . presented by Lee Ann Jessee Fannie B. Smythe was born January 18, 1862 in Columbia, KY to Henry and Sarah Williams Smythe. Fannie had six siblings: Mary, Sallie, Laurie, George Paul, Robert L. and Henry Jr. Fannie was a school teacher for over 40 years. Between her sisters Mary, Laurie and her, they taught in every school district in Adair County. Fannie was a teacher at the the Montpelier Academy or the Williams Academy in 1901 when the school was destroyed by fire. All students and faculty escaped without harm. Fannie made a profession of faith in 1881 and was a life long member of the Columbia Baptist Church. She was very well educated in the Scriptures and often gave help to others who were struggling. Fannie died on March 7, 1935 at her home after several months illness.. - Lee Ann Jessee Laura Montgomery Feese ... Portrayed by Jennifer Smith Hello, My name is Laura Montgomery Feese. I was born in Adair Co. on 04-29-1856. My Parents were William and Elizabeth Montgomery. My Father was a farmer, and we lived in the White Oak Community. I had one brother Scott, and 5 sisters. I married James Conover Feese who was also from Adair Co. and born 03-07-1856. His parents were Samuel and Malinda Hardin Feese. He had 12 brothers and sisters. His Father built a grist mill on Russell Creek around the time of the war between the states. I think you call it the Civil War. The mill was later used for Hydroelectric power and was the first to provide electricity to the City of Columbia. James and I had 4 lovely children. The oldest, a daughter Ora born 1879. The second. Samuel, was born 1880. He came to rest here in 1916. My third born, Lula, born 1883 died in 1905 at the age of 22. She died of Consumption. My baby was Guy, born 1885, He, his wife Carrie and baby girl Margorie are here also. The baby died in 1911 at the age of 11 months, Carrie Sept. 1913 and Guy Dec. 1913 all of Tuberculosis. I died 09-13-1905 of consumption I was 49. My dear James lived until 01-14-1930. He was 74. James and Guy are also buried here but have no headstones. Leave it to the men to lose their headstones. - Jennifer Smith Anna Dohoney Wethington . . . portrayed by Linda Lewis Anna Dohoney Wethington was born in Gradyville in 1905. She was the daughter of Lillian and Stonewall Dohoney. She had 4 brothers (one of whom was also named Stonewall) and 2 sisters. She was a teacher in Adair County for most of her adult life. Her husband's name was Charles. In 1947 (the time of the re-enactment) Anna bought the house at 307 Merchant Street (now Magnolia House B & B) at a very cheap price, and there were two stipulations in the deed: Anna''s parents could live there until their passing and Anna must maintain the property. After their passing it was to be Anna's. - Linda Lewis This story was posted on 2012-10-30 10:26:44
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