Historical Minutes of Atlanta-Area Singings

SEED AND FEED SACRED HARP SINGING

Atlanta, Georgia

Saturday, April 23, 1977

The first-ever Seed and Feed Sacred Harp Singing was held on Saturday, April 23 at Kelly's Seed and Feed Theatre in downtown Atlanta. The class was called together by Kelly Morris, leading songs on pages 114 and 378b. Hugh McGraw then led song on page 181. The class was orgainzed by electing these officers: Chairman, Henry Slack; Vice Chairman, Hugh McGraw; Secretary, Kelly Morris; Assistant Secretary, Charlene Wallace; Arranging Committee, Buford McGraw and Bob Hart. The chairman led songs on pages 159 and 535b. Leaders called were: John Fant, 47b; E. C. Bowen, 318; Geneva Prichard, 532; Lloyd Takum, 28b; David Grant, 348b; Gertrude Bateman, 479; Kenneth Delong, 103; Caran Bramlette, 155; Danny Griffin, 408; Lindsey Morris, 34; Susan Harcrow, 396; Chris Pyron, 148.

Recess.

The class resumed singing with Henry Slack leading song on page 268. Leaders: Jack Hicks, 176; Kathy Spiker, 385b; Ann Kendrick, 240; Jim Bessent, 63; Joyce Harrison, 571; Ted Mathews, 189; E. G. Akin, 196; Laura Akerman, 224; Freeman Wootten 452; Susan Muse, 61; Carlton Hitchcock, 75; Steve Whitner 236; Sybil Adams, 455; Karen Lane, 170; The Seed and Feed Schola Cantorum, led by Bob Hart, sang two anthems by William Billings — "Song of Solomon" and "Thanksgiving Anthem". Ricky Harcrow invoked the blessing for the food.

Dismissed for lunch.

The afternoon session was called together by Bob Hart leading songs on pages 300 and 254. The Seed and Feed Schola Nova sang "Narrow Space" and "Amanda" by Justin Morgan. Leaders called were: Billy Beaty, 287; Gene Clifton, 209; Amy and Lisa Wootten, 37b; Martha Wollbrinck, 48b; J. C. Kendrick, 43; Bill Robinson, 128; Karen Henry, 294; Karen TerHorst, 145; Leonard Lacy, 171; Judy Winograd, 191; George Woodard, 448; Julie Greene, 164; Chester Wootten, 441; Peaches Dunlap, 40; Olivia Moore, 314; Susan Scott, 163; Eris Muse, 143; Steve Whitner, 45; Betty Sheppard, 299; Kathy Siker, 97; Raymond Hamrick, 31; Kirt Reynolds, 49b; Hugh McGraw, 73b.

Recess.

The class was called to order with Buford McGraw leading song on page 389. Leaders called: Pat Moore, 110; Maxine Corbin, 176b; Merle Rosenzveig, 183; Carlene Griffin, 283; Ricky Harcrow, 483; Linsey Morris, 107; Charlene Wallace, 181; Karen TerHorst, 185; Judy Henry, 454; Martha Grant, 46; Nick Griffin, 480; Mary Brownlee, 84; Bill Robinson, 345b; Delores McGraw, 78; Viola Hicks, 235; Tom Cullen, 457; Alicia Parsons, 268; Hugh McGraw, 320. Henry Slack led song on page 220, then the singing was dismissed with prayer by Elder Ricky Harcrow.

SEED AND FEED SACRED HARP SINGING

Atlanta, Georgia

Saturday, April 22, 1978

The second session of the Seed and Feed Sacred Harp Singing was held on Saturday, April 22, at Kelly's Seed and Feed Theatre in downtown Atlanta. The class was called together by Henry Slack leading song on page 40. E. G. Akin then led the morning prayer. Hugh McGraw then led songs on pages 371 and 324. Kelly Morris led 114 and 163; Henry Slack, 145. The class then organized by electing these officers: Chairman, Bob Hart; Vice Chairman, John Whittemore; Secretary, Caran Bramlette; Assistant Secretary, Charlene Wallace; Arranging Committee, Laura Akerman and Hugh McGraw. The chairman then led songs on pages 164 and 254. Leaders called were: John Whittemore, 181, 314; David Grant, 234, 184; Gene Clifton, 155, 48; Charlene Wallace, 268, 385; Larry Woodring, 300, 49.

Recess.

The class resumed singing with Bob Hart leading song on page 333. Others who led: Laura Akerman, 186, 569; D. T. White, 216; Kathy Spiker, 159; E. G. Akin, 288, 448; Peaches Dunlap and Susan Wilson, 224, 47b; Clewis Hardin, 378, 430; Frank Coyle, 107, 470; Raymond Hamrick, 213, 182. The Seed and Feed Schola Nova then sang "Hopkinton," by William Billings. "Northfield," page 155, was led by Bob Hart.

Dismissed for lunch.

The afternoon session was called together by Hugh McGraw leading song on page 108. The Seed and Feed Schola Cantorun, led by Bob Hart, sang "Thanksgiving Anthem," by William Billings, and "Christian Song," page 240. Leaders called were: E. C. Bowen, 532; Gertrude Bateman, 496, 480; Florice Akins, 126, 138b; Jim Bassent, 37b; Mary Brownlee, 74, 362; Stephany Stephens, 63; J. C. Kendrick, 441, 489; Kate Zurich, 148, and joined by Caran Bramlette, led 455; Caran Bramlette, 535; Buford McGraw, 407, 376; Gene Bessent, 277, 196; Earlis McGraw, 424, 166; Adrian Wendall, 128; Carlton Hitchcock, 358, 490.

Recess.

The class was called to order by John Whittemore leading song on page 45. He was followed by: Carlene Griffin, 222; Bill Scott, 215, 227; Peggy McGraw 436, 434; Nancy Murrill, 120; Alecia and Carol Parsons, 321b, 212; Chrls Pyron, 444, 59; Bill Robinson, 294; Hugh McGraw, 236; Dennis Calvin, 447. J. C. Kendrick then dismissed the class with prayer.

SEED AND FEED SACRED HARP SINGING

Atlanta, Georgia

Saturday, April 28, 1979

The third annual session of the Seed and Feed Sacred Harp Singing was held on Saturday, April 28, at the Phoenix Fellowship Hall on Candler Park Drive in Atlanta. The class was called to order by the Chairman, Bob Hart, leading song on page 479; E. G. Akin led the morning prayer. Bob Hart then led song on page 170, followed by John Whittemore, 159, 64; Hugh McGraw 37, 193; Laura Akerman, 40, 151. The class then organized by electing the following officers: Chairman, John Whittemore; Vice Chairman, David Grant; Secretary, Laura Akerman; Assistant Secretary, Charlene Wallace; Treasurer, Merle Rosenzweig; Arranging Committee, Susan Scott and Hugh McGraw; Locating Committee, Kelly Morris, Peaches Dunlap, Gene Bessent and Steve Whitener. David Grant then led song on pages 482, 118. Bill Scott, 300, 148; Earlis McGraw, 425, 268; Karen TerHorst, 216, 48; E. C. Bowen, 517, 532; Henry Slack, 535, 114; Gertrude Bateman, 297, 182.

Recess.

The class resumed singing with Larry Woodring leading songs on pages 107 and 181. Leaders called: Charlene Wallace, 191, 385; Peaches Dunlap, 224, 155; E. G. Akin, 145, 86; Chris Pyron, 196, 49; Mack Fannin, 143, 523; Susan Barnes, 455, 358; Danny Griffin, 460, 441; Dan Housepian, 47b, 45; Buford McGraw, 29b.

Dismissed for lunch.

John Whittemore brought the class back in session leading song on page 34. Leaders: "The Scola Nova," led by Bob Hart, then he led "Hopkinton" by William Brillings; George Woodard, 275, 448; Steve Whitner, 236; Mary Brownlee, 163; 28b; Crit Stewart, 71; Clewis Hardin, 138b, 410; Mary Palmer Trice, 408; Florice Akin, 442; Frank Coyle, 479, 59; Kelly Morris, 378b; Gene Clifton, 128; Susan Scott, 480; Joyce Walton, 192, 456; Susan Wilson, 62; Jeff Franklin, 383.

Recess.

The class was called together by John Whittemore leading song on page 75. He was followed by: Mike Oliphant, 186; Beverly Daves, 99; Jocelyn McGuire, 240; Peggy Roberts, 188, 444; Gene Bessent, 254; Hugh McGraw, 250; Bob Hart, 91, 273; Jean Trible, 209. E. G. Akin dismissed the class with prayer. Following the singing was special showing of the film, "Fasola Folk," directed by Gene Bessent.

SEED AND FEED SACRED HARP SINGING

Atlanta, Georgia

Saturday, April 26, 1980

The fourth annual session of the Seed and Feed Sacred Harp Singing was held on Saturday, April 26, on Candler Park Drive in Atlanta. The class was called to order by the Chairman, Jon Whittemore, leading song on page 159. The morning prayer was led by E. C. Bowen. Laura Akerman led songs on pages 40 and 85. Charlene Wallace, 145, 170; Susan Scott, 300, 163; Hugh McGraw, 152, 107; Peaches Dunlap, 224, 114; E. C. Bowen, 33b, 348. The class then organized by electing the following officers: Chairman, David Grant; Vice Chairman, Laura Akerman; Secretary, Rachel Bessent; Treasurer, Dan Hovesepian; Arranging Committee, Larry Woodring and Hugh McGraw; Locating Committee, Peaches Dunlap, Kelly Morris and Bill Scott. David Grant then led song on page 287. Other leaders: Bill Scott, 455; Mary Brownlee, 78, 183; Caran Branlette, 535, 480; Henry Slack, 49, 181; Lloyd Redding, 196, 236; Buford McGraw, 37, 213b; Adriane Wendell, 216, 318; E. G. Akin, 147, 378b.

Recess.

The class resumed singing with the Seed and Feed Schola Cantorum singing "Pennsylvania" by Jeremiah Ingalls. Leaders called were: Mary Akerman, 143, 189; Florice Akin, 167, 198; Susan Wilson, 62, 34; Carlton Hitchcock, 460, 39b; Jeff Franklin, 186; Danny Griffin, 203, 212.

Dismissed for lunch.

David Grant brought the class back in session leading song on page 173. He was followed by: Marty Herman, 180, 240; Larry Woodring, 63, 268; Kelly Morris, 38, 383; Mack Fannin, 523, 155; Rachel Bessent, 48; Carlene Griffin, 171, 280; D. Jay Freedman, 273, 45; Earlis McGraw, 70b, 166; Jim Bessent, 102, 128; Karen Morris, 430, 276; Jean Trimble, 47b; Susan Kelly 207, 354b; Hugh McGraw, 254; Laura Akerman, 543.

Recess.

The class was called to order by Laura Akerman leading song on page 542. She was followed by: Dan Hovsepian, 49b, 385; Judith Felts, 67, 112; Dennis Creech, 168; Henry Wilson, 477; Hugh McGraw, 191; Lili Arensberg, 159; E. G. Akin, 558; David Grant led 169, after which E. G. Akin dismised the class with prayer.

SEED AND FEED SACRED HARP SINGING

Atlanta, Georgia

April 18, 1981

The fifth annual session of the Seed and Feed Sacred Harp Singing was held on Saturday, April 18, on Chandler Park Drive in Atlanta. The class was called to order by the chairman, David Grant, leading song on page 467. The morning prayer was led by Carlton Hitchcock. David Grant led song on page 167; Laura Akerman, 85; Rachel Bassent, 299; Larry Woodring, 216. The class then organized by electing the following officers: Chairman, Laura Akerman; Vice Chairman, Jim Bassent; Secretary, Peaches Dunlap; Treasurer, Adriane Wandell; Arranging Committee, Kelly Morris and Floyd Redding; Locating Committee, Jean Trimble and Gene Clifton. Laura Akerman then led song on page 171. Other leaders called: Jim Bassent, 535; Peaches Dunlap, 408; Jean Trimble, 38b; Adriane Wendell, 480; Mack Fannin, 147, 163; Mary Palmer Trice, 532; E. C. Bowen, 517, 318; Bill Scott, 48b, 62; Charlene Wallace, 40, 63. A quartet (Laura Akerman, Rachel Bessent, Karen Morris and Adriane Wendell) sang "Sweet Prospect" and "Better Land".

Recess.

The class resumed singing with Martin Herman leading the Seed and Feed Schola Cantorum in "Thanksgiving Anthem" by William Billings and in an Anthem of his own composition, called "January". Herman then led the class in singing his fuge-tune, "Lake Claire". Leaders called were: Nancy Murrill, 143; Buford McGraw, 276; Mary Akerman, 268; Carlton Hitchcock, 460; Cary Cleaver, 240; Carlene Griffin, 282; Susan Wilson, 345; Danny Griffin, 277; Elizabeth Whittemore, 102; Gertrude Bateman, 479; Richard DeLong, 436, 319.

Dismissed for lunch.

The class was called to order by Laura Akerman leading song on page 59. She was followed by: John Whittemore, 34, 181; Clewis Hardin, 314; Dowman Wilson, 159; Fay Day, 339, 513; Matt Delong, 196, 365; Jon Sundell, 36; Henry Wilson, 275, 499b; Susan Scott, 300, 107; Earlis McGraw, 389, 225; Susan Kelly, 288, 354b; Lloyd Redding, 236; Henry Slack, 114, 385; Rachel Bessent, 155; Warren Steele, 51, 396; Kelly Morris, 47b, 383; Karen Morris, 324, 442; Hugh McGraw, 191, 37b, 271; Laura Akerman led 62 and the class was dismissed with prayer by Carlton Hitchcock.

SEED AND FEED SACRED HARP SINGING

Atlanta, Georgia

April 10, 1982

The sixth annual session of the Seed and Feed Sacred Harp Singing was held on Saturday, April 10 at Lake Claire Baptist Church in Atlanta. The class was called to order by Laura Akerman, leading song on page 63. The morning prayer was led by E. C. Bowen. The old officers led: Laura Akerman, 441; Jim Bessent, 40; Peaches Dunlap, 236. The class then organized by electing the following officers: Chairman, Jim Bassent; Vice Chairman, Adriane Wendell; Secretary, Elizabeth Whittemore; Arranging Committee, Kelly Morris. New officers led: Jim Bessent, 181; Adriane Wendell, 159, 299; Elizabeth Whittemore, 186, 532. Other leaders called: Larry Woodring, 268, 49b; Caran Bramlette, 155, 480. Henry Wilson, 176b, 435b; Bill Scott, 37b, 85; Jean Trimble, 34; Richard Carroll, 143; Mary Brownlee, 78, 151.

Recess.

The class resumed singing with Kelly Morris leading song on page 163. Leaders called were: Judith Black Felts, 48b, 324; Richard Delong, 189, 172; Elise Witt, 62; John Whittemore, 114, 385b; Carlene Griffin, 81, 171; Earlis McGraw, 380, 224; Dennis Creech, 47b; Susan Scott, 454, 455; Elizabeth Whittemore then led the Seed and Feed Schola Cantorun in singing three songs: "Narrow Space," "Windham," and "January."

Dismissed for lunch.

The class resumed with the Schola Cantorum singing "Kittery" by William Billings and "Dreams," a new anthem by Marty Herman. Leaders called: Adriane Wendell, 216; Gertrude Bateman, 479, 373; Carlton Hitchcock, 460, 390; Kaia Denham, 240, 107; Gene Clifton, 128, 102; Cary Clever, 535, 383; Matt DeLong, 384, 365; Rose Watson, 70, 523; E. C. Bowen, 543; Mack Fannin, 124, 168; D. Jay Freedman, 254; William Heatherly, 321, 328.

Recess.

The class resumed singing with Chris Pyron leading song on page 70b. Leaders: Charlene Wallace, 145, 203; Dowman Wilson, 59; Karen Morris, 65, 300; Henry Slack, 345b, 378b; Marty Herman, 273, 318; Hugh McGraw and Meredith Duke, 45. Jim Bessent led song on page 209 and the class was dismissed with prayer by Carlton Hitchcock.

SEED AND FEED SACRED HARP SINGING

Atlanta, Georgia

April 23, 1983

The seventieth annual session of the Seed and Feed Sacred Harp Singing was held on Saturday, April 23, at the Grant Park Methodist Church on Boulevard in Atlanta. The class was called to order by Jim Bassent leading song on page 40. The morning prayer was led by E. C. Bowen. The officers then led as follows: Jim Bessent, 181; Adriane Wendell, 159; Elizabeth Whittemore Carroll, 480; Kelly Morris, 163. The class then organized by electing the following officers: Chairman, Adriane Wendell; Vice Chairman, Caran Bramelette; Secretary, Laura Akerman; Arranging Committee, Kelly Morris. Adriane Wendell then led song on page 318. Leaders called were: Caran Bramlette 143; Laura Akerman, 146; E. G. Akin, 278; Mary Brownlee, 183; Gene Clifton, 59; Gertrude Bateman, 436; Henry Slack, 63; David Grant, 546; Judith Black, 49b; Rubert Yarbrough, 58, 87; Karen Morris, 196; E. C. Bowen, 348; Bill Scott, 384; Chris Pyron, 37.

Recess.

The class was called back by Adriane Wendell leading song on page 38. Leaders called were: Charlene Wallace, 236; Rand Wentworth, 324; Elizabeth Carroll then led the Seed and Feed Schola Cantrorum in three songs: "Parting Friends" from the Social Harp song book, "Fulfillment" from the Sacred Harp, and "The Bird" by William Billings. Richard Delong, 189; Kaia Denham, 107; L. E. Denney, 489; Florice Akin, 277; Larry Woodring, 385; Earlis McGraw, 225; Laura Rutland, 535; Rose Watson, 523; John Whittemore 155; Cary Cleaver, 65; Tom Cullen, 34; Revy Williamson, 203; Susan Scott, 216.

Dismissed for lunch.

The afternoon session was resumed with Adriane Wendell leading song on page 299. Leaders called: Phil Summerlin, 33b; Bob Hart, 532; Cleve Callison, 314; Jenny Phillips, 45; William Headrick, 217; Judy Henry 283; Mack Fannin, 30; Tom McGraw, 137; Janice Hopper, 47; Richard Carroll, 455; Susan Kelly Caldwell, 354; Myron House, 311; Hugh McGraw 310, 500; Kelly Morris, 383; Laura Akerman, 224; Elizabeth Carroll, 254; Richard Carroll, 454; Richard Delong, 456; Carlton Hitchcock, 460; Mary Scott, 147; Myron House, 495; Hugh McGraw, 517; Kelly Morris, 378; Bob Hart, 240; Matt Griffin and Tom McGraw, 126; William Headrick led song on page 28 and the class was dismissed with prayer by Carlton Hitchcock.

SEED AND FEED SACRED HARP SINGING

Atlanta, Georgia

April 14, 1984

The eighth annual session of the Seed and Feed Sacred Harp Singing was held on Saturday, April 14, 1984 at the Grant Park Methodist Church on Boulevard in Atlanta. The class was called to order by Laura Akerman leading song on page 40. The morning prayer was led by E. C. Bowen. The class then organized by electing the following officers: Elizabeth Carroll, Chairman; Gene Bessent, Vice Chairman; Laura Akerman, Secretary; Kelly Morris, Arranging Committee. Elizabeth Carroll then led songs on pages 192 and 268, followed by Gene Bessent, 479, 48b; Mary Brownlee, 291, 408; Richard Carroll, 137, 236; Kenneth DeLong, 289, 120; Tom Cullen, 240; Florice Akin, 37; Gary Cleaver, 262, 454; Rosa Watson, 535, 523; Larry Woodring, 143, 63; Henry Wilson, 435, 513; Elise Witt, 155, 45.

Recess.

The class resumed with the chairwoman leading song on page 85. She then led Seed and Feed Schola Cantorum in songs on pages 155 and 208. Leades: Matt DeLong, 456; Laura Rutland, 383, 107; David Grant, 202, 558; Kaia Denham, 455; E. G. Akin, 81, 224; Bill Scott, 37b, 532; George Cox, 108, 97; L. A. Tuten, 34, 38.

Dismissed for lunch.

The class resumed singing with Gene Bessent leading song on page 196. Leaders: Richard DeLong, 172, 193; Karen Morris, 254, 168; Carlene Griffin, 171, 271; Horace DeLong, 384, 348; Judy Henry, 385b, 65; E. C. Bowen, 175; Cecile Cox, 274, 426; Chris Pyron, 299, 47b; Gertrude Bateman, 373, 200; Don Bowen, 49, 345b; Mack Fannin, 273, 218; Mary Scott, 28, 128; Rupert Yarbrough, 571, 378; Charlene Wallace, 106, 324; Tony Smith, 428, 521. John Whittemore, 181, 159; Henry Slack, 430, 114; Kelly Morris, 147; Elizabeth Carroll then led song on page 59 as the closing song and the class was dismissed with prayer by E. C. Bowen. Elizabeth Carroll, Chairman; Gene Bessent, Vice Chairman; Laura Akerman, Secretary.

SEED AND FEED SACRED HARP SINGING

Atlanta, Georgia

Saturday, April 20, 1985

The ninth annual session of the Seed and Feed Sacred Harp Singing was held on Saturday, April 20, 1985 at the Grant Park Methodist Church on Boulevard in Atlanta. The class was called to order by Elizabeth Carroll leading songs on pages 59 and 40. The morning prayer was led by E.C. Bowen. Gene Bessent led 479 and 268; Laura Ackerman, 85, 84. The class then organized by electing the following officers: Chairman, Gene Bessent; Vice Chairman, Richard Carroll; Secretary, Caran Bramlette; Arranging Committee, Kelly Morris. Gene Bessent then led 48. Leaders called were: Richard Carroll, 532, 198; Caran Bramlette, 143, 480; D.T. White, 212; Gertrude Bateman, 436, 373; Phil Summerlin, 314, 235; Tom Cullen, 38, 34; Charlene Wallace, 107, 181; Mac Fannin, 273, 147.

RECESS

The class resumed singing with Elizabeth Carroll leading the Schola Cartrum, in Springhill and Jefferson. Leaders called: Gene Bessent, 155; Judith Black, 324, 49; E.C. Bowen, 348, 45; Matt DeLong, 166, 172; Carlene Griffin, 171; Bill Scott, 383, 384; Carlton Hitchcock, 63, 460; Peaches Dunlap, 224, 164; Cecile Cox, 35; Larry Woodring, 254.

DISMISSED FOR LUNCH

The class resumed singing with Kelly Morris leading songs on pages 535 and 430. Leaders: Toney Smith, 218, 392; Mary Scott, 38, 128; Charles Wood, 159, 269: William Headrick, 192, 434; Laura Rutland, 114, 47; John Whittemore, 37, 216; Diane Avery, 299, 186; Ola Meadows, 403, 426; George Cox, 569b, 108; Danny Griffin, 426b, 441; Rupert Yarbrough, 145, 58; Richard DeLong, 411, 530; Hugh Mc Graw, 236, 550. Gene Bessent then led 196 as the closing song and the class was dismissed with prayer by E.C. Bowen.

Chairman, Gene Bessent,; Vice Chairman, Richard Carroll; Secretary, Caran Branlette.

SEED AND FEED SACRED HARP SINGING

Atlanta, Georgia

Saturday, April 19, 1986

The tenth annual Seed and Feed Sacred Harp Singing was held on Saturday, April 19, at the Grant Park Methodist Church on Boulevard Street in Atlanta. The class was called to order by Gene Bessent leading songs on pages 479 and 148. E. C. Bowen led the morning prayer. The business session was held to elect the following officers. Chairman, Richard Carroll; Vice Chairman, Mack Fannin; Secretary, Laura Akerman; Arranging Committee, Kelly Morris. Richard Carroll then led songs on pages 198 and 147. Leaders: Mack Fannin, 273, 163; Laura Akerman, 84, 318; Kelly Morris, 378b, 383; Carlene Griffin, 81, 171; Myron House, 483, 70; Elizabeth Carroll, 64, 85; Bob Hart, 71, 532; Ora Lee Fannin, 523, 288.

Recess.

The class was called to order by Richard Carroll leading song on page 236. Leaders: Rand Wentworth, 38, 107; E. C. Bowen, 348, 499; Karen and Ann Morris, 159; Gertrude Bateman, 454, 192; Chris Pyron, 300, 299; Charlene Wallace, 168, 268; Bill Scott, 384, 59.

Dismissed for lunch.

The afternoon session was called to order by Richard Carroll leading song on page 100. Leaders: Mack Fannin, 46, 455; D. J. Friedman, 254; Carlton Hitchcock, 63, 460; Bonnie Flowers, 31, 276; Mary Palmer Trice, 480, 240; Martha Ann Stegall, 45, 275; Emily Calhoun, 128, 354; John Yntema, 34, 47; John Austin, 373, 365; Lucille Gunn, 143, 358; Jennifer Saliers, 40, 155; Laura Akerman, 224; Mary Scott, 324, 49. Richard Carroll led the closing song on page 62, and the class was dismissed with prayer by E. C. Bowen.

Chairman, Richard Carroll; Vice Chairman, Mack Fannin; Secretary, Laura Akerman.

SEED AND FEED SACRED HARP SINGING

Grant Park Aldersgate Methodist Church

Atlanta, Georgia

April 16, 1988

The 12th annual Sacred Harp Singing convened on a glorious spring morning with chairman, Mack Fannin leading page 63. E. C. Bowen led the morning prayer. Mack Fannin then led 163. A business session was held and the following officers were elected: Chairman, Caran Bramlette; Vice Chairman, Bob Hart; Secretary, Laura Akerman; Finance Committee, Richard and Elizabeth Carroll; Arranging Committee, Kelly Morris. Caran Bramlette then led song on page 480. Leaders: Laura Akerman, 224; William Headrick, 84; Elizabeth Carroll, 196; Richard Carroll, 198; Charlene Wallace, 155, 171; Bill Scott, 383; Martha Ann Stegar, 85; Carlton Hitchock, 460; Susan Scott, 318; Gene Clifton, 288; Laura Rutland, 143.

RECESS.

The class was called back to order by Caran Bramlette leading song on page 114. Leaders: Bob Hart, 532, 71; Leila Labate, 186, 159; Don Bowen, 283, 299; Gloria Garrett, 45; John Yntema, 455, 268; Carlene Griffin, 113, 97; Everett Denney, 49, 489; Chris Pyron, 1`48, 70b; Tom Cullen, 48, 34.

DISMISSED FOR LUNCH.

The afternoon session was brought together by Caran Bramlette leading song on page 168. Leaders: David Grant, 546, 543; Geneva Prichard, 189, 182; J. C. Denney, 100, 101; Mary Palmer Trice 454, 145; E. C. Bowen, 517, 187; Mary F. Smith, 276, 192; Jesse Roberts, 209, 173; Gertrude Bateman, 373, 436; Doug and Laura Allison, 324, 31b, 53; Hugh McGraw, 52b, 94; Emily Calhoun, 128, 145; John Whittemore, 216, 47; Carlton Wood, 340; Laura Akerman, 236; Richard Carroll, 254; Caran Bramlette, 170. After announcements, Caran Bramlette led song on page 59 and E. C. Bowen dismissed the class with prayer.

Chairman, Caran Bramlette; Vice Chairman, Bob Hart; Secretary, Laura Akerman.

SEED AND FEED SACRED HARP SINGING

Atlanta, Georgia

Saturday , April 15, 1989

The 13th annual Seed and Feed Sacred Harp Singing was held on Saturday, April 15. at the Grant Park-Aldersgate United Methodist Church in Atlanta. The class was called to order with Caran Bryant leading song on page 40. The morning prayer was led by E. C. Bowen. Bob Hart then led song on page 479, followed by Laura Akerman, 163, 85; Kelly Morris, 47b. A business session was held in which the following officers were elected: Chairman, Bob Hart; Vice Chairman, Jack Smith; Secretary, Laura Akerman; Arranging Committee, Kelly Morris. Bob Hart then led song on page 532. Leaders: Jack Smith, 145, 276; William Headrick, 71, 360; Gene Clifton, 59, 114; Carlene Griffin, 97; Chris Pyron, 299, 300; Martha Ann Stegar, 155.

RECESS.

The class resumed singing with Elizabeth Carroll leading songs on pages 107 and 198. Leaders: Henry Slack, 535, 181; Gertrude Bateman, 454, 192; Laurie Allison, 31; E. C. Bowen, 560, 517; Dollie Hudgins, 61, 108; Horace Delong, 441, 384; Mary Trice, 383, 480; Henry Zittrour, 49, 565; Bill Scott, 318, 143.

DISMISSED FOR LUNCH.

The afternoon session resumed with Bob Hart leading song on page 186. Leaders: Dowman Wilson, 148; Anne and Karen Morris, 159, 236; Carlton Hitchcock, 63, 460; John Yntema, 455, 268; B. M. Smith, 112, 204; Doug Allison, 332, 335; Don Bowen, 546, 391; Charlene Wallace, 388, 334; Mack Fannin, 126, 273; J. C. Denney, 285, 313; Richard Carroll, 358, 254; Don Saliers, 439, 297; Cora Sweat, 30, 145b; Gene Bessent, 38b, 224; Richard DeLong, 385b, 211. Bob Hart then led song on page 62 as the closing song. The class was dismissed with prayer by E. C. Bowen.

Chairman, Bob Hart; Vice Chairman, Jack Smith; Secretary, Laura Akerman.

SEED AND FEED SACRED HARP SINGING

Atlanta, Georgia

Saturday, April 14, 1990

The 14th session of the annual Seed and Feed Sacred Harp Singing took place on Saturday, April 14, 1990, at the Grant Park--Aldersgate United Methodist Church in Atlanta. The class was called to order with Bob Hart leading song on page 479. E. C. Bowen led the morning prayer. Jack Smith then led song on page 192. Laura Akerman, 145, 236; Kelly Morris, 163. The class organized by electing the following officers: Chairman, Jack Smith; Vice Chairman, Doug Allison; Secretary, Laura Akerman; Arranging Committee, Kelly Morris. Jack Smith then led song on page 276. Leaders: Doug Allison, 421, 338; Charlene Wallace, 365; Henry Slack, 107; Martha Ann Stegar, 268; Gertrude Bateman, 454; Don Bowen, 40, 155; Mary Palmer Trice, 532; Mack Fannin, 361, 124.

RECESS.

The class resumed singing with Caran Bryant leading song on page 143. Leaders: Jerry Sheppard, 142, 316; Karen and Anne Morris, 159, 65; David Grant, 175, 412; Vionett Thompson, 171, 170; David Kam, 299, 48b; Mary F. Smith, 378, 84; John Austin, 373; Elizabeth Carroll, 198; Gene Clifton, 59; Mozelle Sheppard, 89, 366.

DISMISSED FOR LUNCH.

The afternoon session was called to order by Kelly Morris leading song on page 383. Leaders: Kate Hauk, 213b, 63; Carlton Hitchcock, 460, 569b; Cary Cleaver, 480; Carlene Griffin, 97; E. C. Bowen, 82, 336, 577; John Yntema, 224, 318; Dollie Hudgins, 343; Steve Carlberg, 128; Richard DeLong, 385; Revy Williamson, 371; Dowman Wilson, 148; Jack Corley, 277, 328; Hugh McGraw, 467b; Bob Hart, 196, 254; Laura Akerman, 240; Kelly Morris, 47b. Hugh McGraw and Jack Smith led the closing song on page 62. The class was dismissed with prayer by E. C. Bowen.

Chairman, Jack Smith; Vice Chairman, Doug Allison; Secretary, Laura Akerman.

SEED AND FEED SACRED HARP SINGING

Atlanta, Georgia

April 18, 1992

The sixteenth annual Session of the Seed and Feed Sacred Harp Singing was held on April 18, 1992, at the Water Works Lodge in downtown Atlanta. The class was called to order by Doug Allison leading song on page 63 and welcoming all singers. E. C. Bowen led the morning prayer. Old officers then led: Martha Ann Stegar, 40; Laura Akerman, 85, 532; Kelly Morris, 63. The class then organized with the following officers elected: Chairman, Martha Ann Stegar; Vice Chairman, Richard Whatley; Secretary, Dowman Wilson; Arranging Committee, Kelly Morris. Martha Ann Stegar then led song on page 84. Leaders: Richard Whatley, 82; Dowman Wilson, 59; Helen Bryson, 503b, 220; Richard Carroll, 299, 236; Karen Morris, 65, 189.

RECESS.

The class resumed singing with Mack Fannin leading songs on pages 300 and 273; Leaders: Carlene Griffin, 570; Don Bowen, 510, 501; Susan Jones, 180, 181; Bill Waddington, 155, 209; Kathleen Kuiper, 500, 29; David McGukin, 350, 113; Kate Hawk, 128, 106; Bill Scott, 37b, 71; Lee Rogers, 228, 352.

DISMISSSED FOR LUNCH

Martha Ann Stegar called the class to order leading song on page 569. Leaders: Ted Mercer, 402, 29; Peg Geronimo, 148; E. C. Bowen, 517, 516; Katherine Yntema 107, 479; Jack Corley, 81, 328; Judy Mincey, 108, 31; Revy Williamson, 117; Henry Slack, 268, 186; Charlene Wallace, 224; Margie Baghose, 159; Kenneth DeLong, 152, 279; Alice West, 565, 480; Susan Curry, 327, 142; Judy Hauff, 322; 171; Richard DeLong, 492, 512; John Yntema, 200; Laurie Alllison, 45; Jack Smith, 192, 145; Kelly Morris 383; Martha Ann Stegar led the closing song on page 62. The class was dismissed with prayer by Kenneth DeLong.

Chairman Martha Ann Stegar; Vice Chairman, Richard Whatley; Secretary, Dowman Wilson.

SEED AND FEED SACRED HARP SINGING

Atlanta Friends Meeting House, Decatur, Georgia

Saturday, April 17, 1993

The seventeenth annual Session of the Seed and Feed Sacred Harp Singing was held on Saturday, April 17, 1993, at the Atlanta Friends Meeting House near downtown Decatur. The class was called to order by Martha Ann Stegar leading song on page 63 and welcoming all singers. E. C. Bowen led the morning prayer. Old officers were called to lead. Martha Ann Steger, 40; Richard Whatley, 31b; Dowman Wilson, 107; Kelly Morris, 47b. The class then organized and the following officers were elected. Chairman, Richard Whatley; Vice Chairman, Frances Mary D'Andrea; Secretary, Laura Akerman, 84, 454; Don Bowen, 34b, 225; Judy Mincey, 178, 47; Gene Clifton, 38b; Helen Bryson, 170, 66; Andy Morse, 268, 153.

RECESS.

The class resumed singing with Richard Whatley leading song on page 236. Leaders: Henry Slack, 117, 236; Peg Geronimo, 148; Mack Fannin, 300, 155; Violet Thomason, 436, 343b; Richard Carroll, 198, 192; Mary Palmer Legare, 532, 480; John Yntema, 240; Jan Ketelle, 430, 556.

DISMISSED FOR LUNCH.

Richard Whatley called the afternoon session together leading song on page 31. Leaders: E.C. Bowen, 494, 510; Frances Mary D'Andrea, 56, 72b; Jerry Enright, 421, 377; Anne and Karen Morris, 159; Karen Morris, 299, Andrew Ellis, 45, 348; Kate Hawk, 569b; Joan Durden, 114; Russ Hanson, 354b, 101; Lee Rogers, 492, 228; David McGukin, 528, 280; Elizabeth Carroll, 254; Tom Hanson, 515b, 270; Julie Green, 59.

RECESS.

The class resumed singing with Richard Whatley leading song on page 207. Leaders:" Louis Cox, 155, 452; Lori Allison, 100, 128; Ray Guest, 294, 143; Alice West, 313, 565; Doug Allison, 385b, 384; Charlene Wallace, 99; Hugh McGraw, 448b; Myra Skipper, 142; Fran Adams, 145; Emily Calhoun, 145b. Richard Whatley led the closing song on page 62, and Hugh McGraw dismissed the class with prayer.

Chairman, Richard Whatley; Vice Chairman, Frances Mary D'Andrea; Secretary: Laura Akerman

SEED AND FEED SACRED HARP SINGING

Atlanta Friends Meeting House, Decatur, Georgia

Saturday, April 16, 1994

The eighteenth annual session of the Seed and Feed Sacred Harp Singing was held on Saturday, April 16, 1994 at the Atlanta Friends Meeting House near downtown Decatur. The class was called to order by Richard Whatley leading songs on pages 59 and 324 and welcoming all singers: Jack Smith led the morning prayer. Old officers were called as leaders: Frances Mary D'Andrea, 114, 480; Laura Akerman, 171, 189; and Kelly Morris, 147. The class then organized with the following officers elected: Chairman, Frances Mary D'Andrea; Vice Chairman, David McGukin; Secretary, Laura Akerman; Arranging Committee, Kelly Morris; Finance Committee, Lori and Doug Allison. Frances Mary D'Andrea led song on page 168. Leaders: Dave McGukin, 91, 48b; Caran Bryant, 143; Henry, Will and John Slack, 117; Judy Mincey, 107, 532; Don Bowen, 570, 393; Charlene Wallace, 139, 299.

RECESS.

The class resumed singing with Kelly Morris leading song on page 535b. Leaders: Andy Morse, 146, 47; Karen Morris, 77, 65; Mack Fannin, 268, 300; Elizabeth Carrol, 479, 38; Jack 569b, 155; Lori Allison, 254, 45.

DISMISSED FOR LUNCH.

Frances Mary D'Andrea called the class together leading song on page 34b. Leaders: Doug Allison, 385, 384; Richard Carroll, 236, 198; Jeanette Depoy, 159, 84; Lary Woodring, 181, 216; Joan Durden, 191, 178; John Yntema, 327, 269; Cary Voigt, 240, 455; Heny Slack, 47b; Margie Dietz, 277, 457; John Plunkett, 102, 163; Martha Ann Stegar, 63, 85; John Whittemore, 38b, 66; Katherine Yntema, 200, 335; Dan Bailey, 358, 196; "Happy Birthday" was sung for Charlene Wallace. Frances Mary D'Andrea led the closing song on page 62 and Jack Smith dismissed the class with prayer.

Chairman, Frances Mary D'Andrea; Vice Chairman, David McGukin; Secretary, Laura Akerman.

UNION MUSICAL SACRED HARP CONVENTION

The Union Musical Sacred Harp Singing Convention met for its 89th session, with Little Union Church on Saturday, September 28. Called to order by President Doyal DeLong singing one song. Prayer by Elder M. P. White. President sang 135. Introductory lesson led by Bro. Jack Conley one hour.

The following leaders were called who sang two songs each: Sister Shirley Blackwell, Bro. Ricky Dangar, Bro. Bruce Cagle, Bro. H. E. Johnson, Bro. Linton Danger, Bro. Johnny Cagle, Sister Judy Danger, Bro. W. E. Cagle, Bro. Timmy Danger and Stanley Cagle, Bro. Gary DeLong, Bro. Durrell Cagle, Sister Velma Johnson, Melvin Blackwell, Bro. H. J. McGuire, Bro. Donald DeLong, Sister Judy Cagle, Bro. Ernest Parker.

Adjourned one hour for lunch.

Called order by President singing onesong. On motion went into business session and elected the following officers, Bro. Doyal DeLong, president, Bro. Alvin Cagle, vice-president, Bro. P. D. Cagle, secretary-treasurer, Bro. Jerry Johnson assistant-secretary-treasurer, Arranging and Memorial committee: Bro, Jack Conley, Bro. W.W. Kidd and Bro. Elmer Johnson. Executive committee: Bro. H. M. Cagle, Bro. Ralph Danga rand Bro. Cleon Kelley.

Leaders as follows: Sister Shelia DeLong one song, the others 2 songs each Bro. H. M. Cagle, Bro. Alvin Cagle, Bro. J. B. Bates, Bro. J H. Blake, Bro. R. E. Cagle, Bro. Clarence Oliver (one song), Sister Martin Blackmon, Bro. Early Whitten, Bro. Preston Warren, Bro. Dallas Reed, Sister Preston Warren, Bro. H. M. Blackmon, Bro. W. M. Oliver, Sister Early Whitten, Sister Janice DeLong, Sister Wynnelle Dangar, Bro. Horace DeLong, Sister Louie Cagle, Bro. Doris DeLong.

Recess 10 minutes.

Bro. F. S. Cagle, Bro. P. D. Cagle, Bro. Cleon Kelley, Bro. Jack Cagle, Bro. William DeLong two songs each. Bro. Doyal DeLong one song.

Dismissed with prayer by Elder R. E. Cagle to meet again in the morning.

Sunday, September 29th

Called to order by the President. Prayer by Bro. Alvin Cagle. President sang one song. Following leaders sang one song each: Donald DeLong ,Gail Cagle, Durrell Cagle, Dawayne Cagle, Shirley DeLong, Bruce Cagle, Judy Dangar, Sheila Whitlock, Earl Cagle, Timmy Dangar, Noah Reeves, Jr.

Two songs by the following. Horace Smith, W. E. Cagle, H. J. McGuire, Homer Cagle, Velma Johnson and Wynnelle Dangar.

Recess 10 minutes.

President sang one song. Two songs by each of the following leaders: Jack Cagle, Shirley Blackwell, Cleon Kelley, Becky Graham, Jerry Johnson, Kenneth DeLong, J. B. Bates, E. J. Brittian, Mrs. A. M. Cagle, B. G. Wood, Mrs. Early Whitten.

Business session: Big Creek singing class received into the convention. Convention will be held at Eberneezer Primitive Baptist Church next year. Granted singings to Boiling Springs Primitive Baptist Church on the second Sunday in March, one at Bi gCreek Primitiev Baptist Church third Sunday in March, Union Primitive Baptist Church one on the first Sunday in April. Close of business session.

Lunch one hour.

President sang one song. Two songs by each of the following leaders: W. W. Kidd, Floyd Cagle, Early Whitten, Ralph Dangar, A. M. Cagle and Janice DeLong.

Memorial lesson. Noah Reeves 30B for Sister Gladys Pruitt.

H. M. Cagle 387 for Bro. Willie Shelton.

Bro. William DeLong 288 for Bro. Ed Reece.

Doris DeLong 235 for Bro. Coyce Wylie.

Two songs by each of the following: Alvin Cagle, W. B. Matthews and Horace DeLong.

Recess 10 minutes.

Called to order by President who sang one song. Two songs by each of the following: Judy Cagle, Hubert Blake, P.O. Cagle, Ernest Parker, E. P. Chamblee, Doris DeLong, Carter Swancy, J. C. Moore, J. H. Blake, Linton Dangar, H. Elmer Johnson one song and Jack Conley one song.

Announcements.

President led 143. Closing prayer led by John Henry Blake.

Collection for minutes $23.50.

PROCEEDINGS

of

UNION MUSICAL SACRED HARP SINGING CONVENTION

UNION CHURCH

July 30 and 31, 1961

Ninety-Third Session

The convention was called to order by President, Bro. Jack Cagle 59. Prayer by Bro. Jack Cagle. Introductory lesson by Sis. Velma Johnson 58-566-147T-61-64-36B-47T-235-112-341-290.

Recess 10 minutes.

Opened by Bro. Jack Cagle 325. Leaders as follows: Sis. Shirley Blackwell 106-417, Sis. Judy Danger 143-162, Elder B. A. Phillips 47-45, Bro. Duerell Cagle 101-283, Bro. Linton Danger 288-339, Sis. Betty Blackwell 384-170, Bro. Bruce Cagle 35-335, Sis. Shirley DeLong 465-496, Sis. Judy Cagle 551-399, Bro. Timmy Danger 438-345, Sis. Brenda Grimes 186-282, Bro. Ralph Danger 68-452.

Adjourned one hour for lunch.

Opened by Chairman 32. By motion of Convention went into business session. Voted to omit reading of the Constitution and Rules of Order. Re-elected Bro. Jack Cagle, Chairman; Bro, Elmer Johnson, Vice-Chairman; Bro. Louie Cagle, Secretary. Arranging Committee: Bro. Alvin Cagle, Bro. Linton Danger, and Bro. Donald DeLong. Executive and Memorial Committee: Bro. Ralph Danger, Bro. Doyle DeLong, and Bro. William DeLong. Business session adjorned until Sunday.

Chairman 32T, Bro. Henry Kerr 388-480, Sis. Phyllis Grimes 153, Sis. Sara Grimes 426-490, Bro. Doyle DeLong 171-189, Bro. Jessie Doyden 176-445, Bro. Edward Barker 426-460, Bro. Preston Warren 330-284, Bro. Ellis Brittian 203-211, Bro. Barrow 46-28, Bro. Jack Hix 164-343, Bro. Donald DeLong 222-454, Bro. Alvin Cagle 192.

Recess10 minutes.

Opened by Bro. Elmer Johnson 123-135, Bro. Lemon Brown 441-445, Bro. H. J. McGuire 380-206, Bro. Dorris DeLong 43-293, Sis. Ruby DeLong 30-129, Lawson Eubanks 89-204, Bro. Bud Chamblee 30-48, Bro. William DeLong 65-318, Bro. Jack Cagle 521.

Dismissed by Bro. Lawson Eubanks.

Sunday Morning

Opened by Chairman Bro. Jack Cagle 45. Prayer by Bro. Carl Huges.

Bro. Lawson Eubanks 30-47, Sis. Shelia Whitlock 566-460, Bro. Bruce Cagle 339-335, Sis. Judy Danger 162-410, Sis. Phyllis Grimes 282, Sis. Gail Fuller 354, Sis. Judy Cagle 196-508, Sis. Brenda Grimes 143-496, Bro. Ralph Danger 490, Sis. Betty Mann 223-358, Bro. Dewrell Cagle 48-283, Sis. Shirley DeLong 91, Sis. Linda Lamananlax 59-100, Sis. Janis DeLong 362-365.

Recess 10 minutes.

Chairman 551, Bro. Gordon Fuller 36-334, Bro. Gary DeLong 200-327, Sis. Shirley Blackwell 383-216, Bro. Clyde Avery 35-402, Sis. Betty Blackwell 182-175, Bro. Tim Danger 438-333, Bro. Marvin Blackwell 343-401, Bro. Dwight Wood 108-294, Bro. Donald DeLong 280-412.

Memorial Service. Bro. William DeLong and Bro. Floyde Cagle sang 45 for Sis. B. A. Phillips and 278 for Bro. Bulley Westbrooks. Bro. Elmer Johnson 270.

Lunch one hour.

Bro. Alvin Cagle 217-298, Sis. Celia Blackwell 318-138, Bro. W. W. Kidd 277-354, Bro. O. A. Buckhannan 73-235, Bro. Lemond Brown 47-101, Sis. Velma Johnson 491-290, Bro. A. M. Cagle 480-462, Bro. Carl Huges 137-482, Bro. Bill Avery 37-478, Sis. Wyneel Danger 340-336, Bro. Bufort King 215-222, Sis. Viola Tompson 434-436.

Recess 10 minutes.

Chairman 530.

Business section. 1962 convention will be held the fifth Sunday in July and Saturday before at Ebenezer Primitive Church.

The Union Singings will be held:

Union Church—The third Sunday in March of 1962

Boiling Springs Church—Third Sunday in January, 1962

Cross Roads Church—Fifth Sunday in December, 1961

Sis. Lois Cagle 571-38, Dr. Dobbs 112, Bro. Horace DeLong 384-348, Bro. Derril 205-268, Bro. Daniel Hudson 285-77, Bro. Doyle DeLong 380, Bro. B. G. Wood 317-452, Bro. Floyde Cagle 327-545, Bro. Dorris DeLong 392, Sis. Sara Grimes 441-456, Sis. Dorothy Fuller 46-99, Sis. Buckhannan 47-49, Bro. William DeLong 287, Bro. Linton Danger 63-144-319, Bro. Jack Corley 110, Bro. Donald Blackwell 97-119.

Chairman 521. Collection of $24.53 was made for minutes.

Dismissed by Bro. Carl Hughes.

Annual Singings: June first Sunday, Union Church—June second Sunday, Alphretta, Georgia—June third Sunday, Cross Roads Church——June fourth Sunday, Ebenezer Church—July third Sunday, Big Creek

Notes Mr. Jack Cagle stated that one-half of the money collected for minutes was retained. They plan to have minutes in leaflet form of the Convention printed with it.

Mrs. Blackmon, Secretary and Treasurer

Union Musical Sacred Harp Singing Convention

Ebenezer Primitive Baptist Church

July 30, and 31, 1966

SATURDAY, JULY 30

The convention was called to order by the Chairman, Bro. Louie Cagle, leading song on page 59. Prayer was offered by Millard McWhorter. The Chairman then led song, page 159. The introductory lesson was led by Wilma Garrison using songs on pages 32t, 335, 318, 63, 75, 283, 282, 341, 343b, 100, 101t, 146, 64, 122. Leaders where then called as follows: Kimzy Cagle, 441, 36b; Johnny Cagle, 45t, 72b.

Recess

Chairman called the convention to order after recess leading song, page 340. The following leaders were called: Jean Garrison, 189, 480; Danny Cagle, 82t, 108; Shirley Wagner, 106, 392; Jack Cosley, 168, 300; Joan Garrison, 186, 490; William Delong, 47t, 204; Joan Cagle, 349, 496; Dottie Delong, 373, 129; Jackie Cagle, 412, 73b.

Dismissed for lunch.

The afternoon session was called to order by the Chairman leading song, page 81t By motion the convention went into a business session. Kimzy Cagle was elected Chairman; Doris Delong, Vice Chairman; Jean Garrison, Secretary. Hoyt Cagle led songs on pages 345t and 31b, while the Arranging Committee was appointed. The following were appointed to the Arranging Commitee: Johnny Cagle, Chairman, Louie Cagle and Loy Garrison. The Arranging Committee also served as the Memorial Committee. The business session adjourned until after lunch on Sunday. Chairman led song on page 155. Leaders were as follows: Debbie Blackwell, 491, 294; Leola Wright, 28b, 73t; Velma Johnson, 499b, 566 Ha;ttie Threatt, 37b, 177; Patricia Garrison, 498, 489; Hoyt Cagle, 383, 455; Shirley Delong, 546, 269; Leamon Brown, 435, 99; Doris Delong, 572b, 172; Millard McWhorter, 176, 152; Suzie Hardeman, 108b.

Recess

The convention was called to order by the Chairman, leading song on page 460. Leaders called as follows: Loy Garrison, 35, 147t; Elder William Cagle, 98, 39b; Doyle Delong, 171; George Brumbelow, 144, 270; Jean Garrison, 508; Leamon Brown, 110, 122; Shirley Wagner, 215; Millard McWhorter, 471t; Velma Johnson, 290, 235b; Hoyt Cagle, 220; Joan Leola Wright, 114. Chairman closed with song on page 382. The singing was dismissed with prayer by Elder William Cagle until 9:30 on Sunday morning.

SUNDAY MORNING, JULY 31

The convention was called together by the Chairman leading song on page 32t. Prayer by Elder Braswell Garrison. Chairman then led song on page 63. Leaders were called as follows: Loy Garrison, 341, 283; Janice Cagle, 58, 340; Odie Garrison, 137, 212; Mary Lou Cagle, 460, 512; Jean Garrison, 220, 498; Doris Cagle, 100, 319; Danny Cagle, 73b, 108t; Elder Braswell Garrison, 104; Jackie Cagle, 45t, 331; Joan Garrison, 491, 462; Hattie Threatt, 448t, 329; Patricia Garrison, 410t, 175b; Elder O. B. Garrison, 278b, 282.

Recess

Bro. Doris Delong called the class together leading song on page 192. Leaders called as follows: Bill Avery, 437b, 530; Frank Holland, 217, 318; Leola Wright, 85, 111b; Ellis Brittain, 181, 183; Hazel Cagle, 214, 202; Alvin Cagle, 348b, 454; Leamon Brown, 67, 68b, Becky Rhodes, 384, 171; Millard McWhorter, 147t, 213; Mrs. Ellis Brittain, 200, 528; Homer Cagle, 102, 376.

Dismissed for lunch.

The Chairman brought the conventio to order leading songs on pages 99, 78. Business session was then re-opened. The Convention granted Boiling Springs Primitive Baptist Church the next convention, to be held the fifth Sunday and Saturday before in July 1967. The Union singings were granted to Ebenezer Primitive Baptist Church to be held the fifth Sunday in April; Little Union Primitive Baptist Church the fifth Sunday in January, 1967; and Cross Roads Primitive Baptist Church the Third Sunday in April, 1967. Business session then closed. At this time the Memorial lesson was held. William Delong led song, page 339 in memory of Rowe Johnson. Horace Delong directed song, page 445b in memory of Bro. Bud Chambliss. Doris Delong led song, page 403 in memory of all those who have passed on since our last convention. Millard McWhorter led song, page 482 in memory of Bro. Arthur Windom. This ended the Memorial lesson. Leaders called as follows: J. L. Edge, 122; Elder Shirley Kelly, 153, 146; A. W. Morris, 197, 436; Nancy Halley, 143, 159; Carol Garrison, 358, 490; Bill Owens, 37b, 65; Mrs. Buchanan, 138, 452b; Wesley Harley, 112, 155; Clyde Avery, 558, 402; Mr. Buchanan, 97, 235b. The Chairman then led song on page 294 while a collection for minutes was taken.

Recess

Johnny Cagle brought the convention to order leading songs on pages 36b, 82t. Leaders called as follows: Shirley Delong, 280, 465; Jack Cosley, 328; Elmer Johnson, 135, 123t; Kansada Weatherford, 149, 204; Herman Wilkerson, 222, 313; Lois Cagle, 73t; Junior Ball, 72b; Janice Delong, 478, 532; Mr. Barron, 203, 28b; Shirley Wagner, 196. The Chairman then led song on page 371. Announcements were made and the Chairman and Vice Chairman led song on page 62. The convention was dismissed with prayer by Elder William Cagle.

Union Musical Sacred Harp Singing Convention

Boiling Springs Primitive Baptist Church

Near Roswell, Georgia

July 29 and 30, 1967

SATURDAY, JULY 29

The Ninety-Ninth session of this Convention was called to order by the Chairman, Bro. Kimzy Cagle, leading songs, pages 32 and 99. Prayer was led by Elder William Cagle. The Chairman then led song, page 36b. Vice Chairman, Bro. Doris Delong, led songs, pages 47 and 172. The Arranging Committee was then called to lead as follows: Louie Cagle, 170, 122; Loy Garrison, 171, 498. The Secretary, Jean Garrison, was then called and led songs, pages 318 and 208. The Chairman appointed Jack Cagle to lead the Introductory lesson. He led the following songs: 30, 31, 35, 120, 325, 403. Elder R. E. Cagle led songs, pages 67, 47b; The Chairman then led song, page 441. The Chairman appointed Elmer Johnson, Louie Cagle and Loy Garrison to serve as the Arranging Committee.

Recess.

The Chairman called the class to order leading song, page 283. Leaders called as follows: Quinton Cagle, 135, 215; Homer Cagle, 30b, 50; Wilma Garrison, 200, 220; Edward Barker, 277, 328; Preston Warren, 29, 108; Gloria Jean Cagle, 438, 203; F. O. Cox, 72b, 81; Jackie Cagle, 319, 109; Randy Cagle, 63, 45.

Dismissed for lunch.

The Chairman called the class together leading song, page 75. By motion the Convention went into the business session. The following officers were elected: Kimzy Cagle, Chairman; Doris Delong, Vice Chairman; Jean Garrison, Secretary. The followinw were appointed to the Arranging and Memorial Committees: Loy Garrison, Chairman; Elmer Johnson and Quinton Cagle. The business session was adjourned until after lunch on Sunday. The Vice Chairman led song, page 572b. Leaders were called as follows: Hoyt Cagle, 302, 306; J. L. Edge, 455, 211; Hattie Threatt, 224, 177; Henry Kerr, 134, 360; Hazel Cagle, 361, 291; Bill Avery, 27, 101b; Mary Lou Cagle, 490, 512; J. L. Harding, 206, 294; William Delong, 146, 204; Shirley Wagner, 383, 213; Jack Cosley, 168, 110; Janice Cagle, 108b, 58.

Recess.

The class was called to order by Elmer Johnson leading songs, pages 123 and 77. Leaders called were: Joan Cagle, 333, 412; Doyle Delong, 454, 189; Velma Johnson, 499, 566; William Cagle, 34, 341; Judy Kirney, 389, 342; Debbie Blackwell, 290, 491; Ralph Danger, 68b, 452; Anna Smith, 49, 186; Elder Shirley Kelly, 147, 445b; Joan Garrison, 480, 100; Dolly Delong, 82, 373; Ray Wagner, 410. The Chairman then closed the singing leading song page 288. The singing was dismissed with prayer by Elder O. B. Garrison until 9:30 Sunday morning.

SUNDAY, JULY 30

The Chairman called the class to order leading songs, pages 81 and 32. Prayer was led by Elder Baswell Garrison. Chairman then led song, page 155. Leaders called as follows: Ellis Brittian, 34, 48; C. H. Lawson, 101, 147; Carol Garrison, 283, 441; Johnny Cagle, 61, 318; A. W. Morris, 197, 430; Mrs. Ellis Brittain, 298, 460; F. O. Cox, 145, 49b; Shirley Wagner, 277, 196; Bill Avery, 31b, 37b; Randy Cagle, 46, 114; Elder O. B. Garrison, 339; H. M. Cagle, 425, 376.

Recess.

The class opened after recess with song, page 176b. Leaders called were: Elder R. E. Cagle, 47b; Horace Delong, 434, 384; Faye Tolbert, 153, 282; Kenneth Delong, 280, 551; Jim Ayers, 424, 232; Lena Lynch, 222, 217; J. L. Edge, 227, 91; Hattie Threatt, 129, 329; Leamon Brown, 290, 314. The Convention then entered into the Memorial lesson. Ralph Dagner, led song, page 36b in memory of Floyd Cagle. Loy Garrison led song, page 354 in memory of Paula Wagner. Elder R. C. Cagle led song, page 170 in memory of Ambrey Delong. Elder Shirley Kelly led song, page 153 in memory of the mothers and fathers who have passed on. Velma Johnson led song, page 108 in memory of Bro. Albert Delong. This ended the Memorial lesson.

Dismissed for lunch.

The Chairman called the class together leading songs, pages 60 and 371. The Convention then entered into a business session. The 1968 session of the Union Musical Sacred Harp Singing Convention was granted to the Oak Grove Primitive Baptist Church. This session will be the 100th session of the convention, and will be held the 5th Sunday and Saturday before in September, 1968. The Union singings were granted as follows: Union Primitive Baptist Church, 5th Sunday in March, 1968; Boiling Springs Primitive Baptist Church 5th Sunday in December, 1967. Ebenezer Primitive Baptist Church 1st Sunday in April, 1968. The business session was then closed for this year. Leaders called as follows: Doris Delong then led the class in singing, “Happy Birthday” to Hazel Cagle. He then led song, page 343b; Melissa Cheatwood, 186, 200; Forney Cobb, 204, 146; Jesse Liner, 28b, 77; Mrs. Jim Ayers, 498, 532; Wesley Haley, 99, 112; H. S. Barrow, 138b, 203; Mrs. Forney Cobb, 192, 336; W. W. Kidd, 38b, 421; Dr. Dorough, 426, 569b. By request Daniel Hudson led song, page 61 in memory of Jerry Cook. The Chairman led page 63 while the collection for minutes was taken.

Recess.

The Chairman called the class together leading song, page 383. Leaders called were: Clint Haley, 49, 147b; Danny Cagle, 73, 100; Anna Smith, 98, 212; Juanita Richard, 341; Hazel Cagle, 82, 508; Wilma Garrison, 490; Doyle Delong, 392; Leola Wright, 327, 218; Junior Bell, 127, 137; Pamela Richard, 119; Ruby Delong, 30, 76b; The Chairman and Vice Chairman closed the singing leading song, page 62. Dismissed with prayer by Elder William Cagle.

Union Musical Convention

OAK GROVE PRIMITIVE BAPTIST CHURCH

Near Roswell, Georgia

September 28 and 29, 1968

Saturday, September 28

The Chairman, Kimzy Cagle, welcomed everyone to the One Hundredth session of this convention. After singing songs, pages 81 and 75. Prayer was led by Jack Cagle. The chairman then led song, page 32t. Hoyt Cagle was asked to lead the introductory lesson and used the following songs: 31b, 37b, 73t, 283, 336. Vice Chairman, Doris Delong, led songs, pages 275b and 544. Members of the Arranging Committee led as follows: Loy Garrison, 498, 340; Elmer Johnson, 135, 270. Secretary, Jean Garrison, 45t, 546. Elder O. B. Garrison led songs, pages 58 and 59.

Recess.

The class was called to order by the chairman leading song, page 99. The Committee called the following leaders: Wilmer Garrison, 441, 137; Elizabeth Haley, 334, 354; Sandra Garrison, 318, 480; Jackie Cagle, 339, 109; Marsha Garrison, 108b, 335; Nancy Haley, 186, 300; Wesley Haley, 299, 313; Anna Smith, 212, 182; Hattie Threatt, 129, 144; C. H. Lawson, 101t, 97; O. B. Garrison, Jr., 47b, 348b; Jack Corley, 168, 328; Daniel Hudson, 343b, 482.

Dismissed for lunch.

The Chairman opened the afternoon singing leading song, page 460. The Convention took up regular order of business. The Convention elected the following officers: Hoyt Cagle, Chairman; Doris Delong, Vice Chairman; Hazle Cagle, Secretary. Chairman appointed Kimzy Cagle, Elmer Johnson and O. B. Garrison, Jr., to serve on the Arranging Committee. These leaders were called: Jack Cagle, 127, 208; J. L. Edge, 28, 29t; Leola Wright, 329, 213; Frank Holland, 217, 193; Velma Johnson, 565, 499; Elder Roy Avery, 196, 337; Felix O. Cox, 128, 72b; Sara Grimes, 477, 192; John Henry Blake, 171, 204; Mary Lou Cagle, 445, 512; Horace Delong, 384, 111.

Recess.

The Convention reassembled with Chairman, Hoyt Cagle leading song, page 203. These leaders were called: Millard McWhorter, 207; Carl Hughes, 74, 426; C. W. Haley, 489b, 569b; A. W. Morris, 224, 394; Bill Avery 395, 423; Shirley Wagner, 50, 424; William Delong, 65, 63; Hazel Cagle, 392, 302; After leading song, page 383 the chairman asked the class to meet at 9:30 on Sunday morning. Dismissed by Elder Roy Avery.

Sunday, September 29

The Chairman called the class to order by leading songs on pages 56 and 27. Prayer was led by A. W. Morris. After welcoming visitors the chairman led song on page 186. Vice Chairman led songs pages 192 and 343. The following leaders were called: Loy Garrison, 200, 441; Nathan Cagle, 114; Jesse Liner, 134, 143; Winfred Kerr, 144, 146; Dian Cagle, 212, 402; Clint Haley, 513, 358; Chrinstine Garrison, 565, 490; Dr. John Dorrough, 426, 47; Johnnie Cagle, 63, 318; Mrs. Owen Buchanan, 77, 452.

Recess.

The Convention resumed singing after recess with Elmer Johnson leading song, page 123 after which these leaders were called: Ellis Brittain, 389, 542; Mrs. John Kerr, 333, 528; J. J. Aderhold, 58, 59; Mrs. Bertha Kilgore, 430, 482; Elder Edward Cagle, 67, 306; Carolyn Huckeba, 120, 313; Berlin Thompson, 328, 112; Lloyd Mobley, 28b, 48b; Dorothy Fuller, 460, 99. During the Memorial lesson which followed, Doris Delong led song, page 339 for Walter Cagle. O. B. Garrison, Jr., led song on page 45 for Mrs. Maggie Phillips. Hugh McGraw led 74 for all the shut-ins, especially for A. M. Cagle in State Hospital in Milledgeville and Mr. and Mrs. Fred Johnson who were present after a long illness.

Dismissed for lunch.

The Convention was called to order by the Chairman leading songs, pages 403 and 417. Leaders as follows: Janice Paulk, 478, 362; Henry Kerr, 207, 511; Charlene Wallace, 383, 455; Grady Aderhold, 454, 94; Alvin Cagle, 286, 392; Cansata Weatherford, 569, 512; John Kerr, 304; Hugh McGraw, 97, 56b; Owen E. Buchanan, 235, 285; Odie Garrison, 108t, 108b; Bob Cook, 89, 203; Collected $41.67 for minutes and expenses.

Recess.

Kimzy Cagle called the Convention to order leading song on pages 32 and 36. A short business session was held. Convention granted Union Primitive Baptist Church, Roswell, Georgia, the session of this convention to be held August 30 and 31, 1969, also granted Boiling Springs Church a Union Singing for the third Sunday in May. Oak Grove Church was granted a Union Singing for the second Sunday in April and Big Creek Church a Union Singing on the third Sunday in July. After business session adjourned the following leaders were called: Joe Garrison, 78, 147b; Randall Garrison, 147t, 410; Elder W. S. Kelley, 282, 445; Ray Wagner, 31t; Faye Tolbert, 341, 186; Merle Bates, 136, 153; Elder Carl Dockery, 288, 290; Felix Cox, 127. After announcements the Chairman and the Vice Chairman led song on page 62 after which the class was dismissed with prayer by Elder J. J. Aderhold.

Union Musical Singing Convention

UNION PRIMITIVE BAPTIST CHURCH

NEAR ROSWELL, GEORGIA

August 30, 31, 1969

Saturday August 30

The 101st annual session of the Union Musical Sacred Harp Singing Convention met at Union Church on the fifth Sunday and Saturday before in August. The Convention was called to order by chairman, Hoyt Cagle, leading songs, pages 27 and 31. Prayer by Carl Hughes. Chairman led song on Page 63. Jack Cagle led the Introductory Lesson using the following songs: 30t, 31t, 39b, and 325. Vice Chairman Doris DeLong led songs, pages 318 and 392. Secretary, Hazel Cagle led songs on pages 34t and 317. Members of the Arranging Committee, Elmer Johnson, 135, 270; Kimzy Cagle, 186, 460.

Recess.

After recess the class was called to order by the chairman leading song, page 81. The Committee called the following leaders: Loy Garrison, 200, 137; Mary Lou Cagle, 112, 177; Winfred Kerr, 176t, 40; Mrs. Ellis Brittain, 36b, 340; F. O. Cox, 65, 75; Sara Grimes, 220, 454; J. L. Edge, 530; Judy Kearney, 120, 383; Jimmy Mann, 333, 480; Bill Avery, 465, 521; Mrs. Arlin Webb, 482, 569; Jack Corley, 110, 328; Reita Dangar, 354.

Dismissed for lunch.

The convention was called back in session by the chairman leading songs on pages 428 and 411. The convention entered into a short business session and elected the following officers: Chairman, Hoyt Cagle; Vice Chairman, Doris DeLong; Secretary, Hazel Cagle; Chairman appointed Loy Garrison as chairman of Arranging Committee and Kimzy Cagle and Louie Cagle to serve with him. The Arranging Committee will also serve as the Memorial Committee. The business session adjourned until Sunday afternoon. Leaders: Leola Wright, 445, 111b; Ellis Brittain, 78, 542; Zera Tolleson, 172, 192; Leamon Brown, 365, 452; Carol Garrison, 143, 73b; Henry Kerr, 94, 404; Eula Johnson, 212, 336; Alvin Cagle, 171, 412; Velma Johnson, 290, 544; Carl Hughes, 316, 216; Wynell Dangar, 403, 319; A. J. Webb, 498, 500; Hattie Threatt, 224, 430.

Recess.

Vice Chairman, Doris DeLong, called the convention to order leading songs on pages 275b and 343. Those who followed: Joe Garrison, 146, 147b; Verna Holley, 163, 302; Preston Warren, 74b, 131t; Lois Cagle, 523, 73t; Buford McGraw, 33b, 56b for Jim Ayers in Carrollton Hospital; Bob Cook, 285, 203; M. F. McWhorter, 348 by request; Doyle DeLong, 456, 189; Ray Dangar, 341, 288. Class agreed to visit Elder O. B. Garrison this evening and sing for him. Chairman led song on page 382. Dismissed with prayer by Jack Cagle.

Sunday, August 31, 1969

The second day of the Convention was begun by chairman Hoyt Cagle directing songs on pages 56t and 60. Prayer was led by Elder Edward Cagle. Chairman led song, page 89. Vice Chairman, Doris DeLong, led songs on pages 439 and 283. The Committee called these leaders: Louie Cagle, 338; Nathan Cagle, 82, 282; Marsha Garrison, 339; Jack Cagle, 35; Felix Cox, 81t, 155; Jesse Roberts, 300, 454; Standley Cagle, 99, 47b; Jesse Liner, 141, 445; Dr. John Dorough, 316, 569; Ruby DeLong, 460, 76.

Recess.

After recess the class reassembled with Loy Garrison leading song on page 122, and Carl Hughes leading song on page 137. Leaders: Mrs. E. G. Akin, 67, 172; Wesley Haley, 217, 212; Berlin Thompson, 328, 430; Shirley DeLong, 546, 269; Nancy Haley, 551, 480; Mary Alice Roberts, 318, 112; Judy Kearney, 213, 441; Clint Haley, 147t, 513; Elder Edward Cagle, 285t, 306; Memorial lesson: William DeLong used songs on pages 159 for Sally Reece and 45 for John Ball. Velma Johnson used song, page 318 for Albert DeLong and 176 for Connie Phillips. J. L. Edge led song on page 285t for Mrs. Mary Stewart. Doris DeLong led song, page 109 for Mrs. Corley. Loy Garrison led song, page 340 for Arthur Cox. At the conclusion of the Memorial Lesson it was requested that Millard McWhorter use song, page 28 for J. J. Cagle.

Dismissed for lunch.

The chairman began the afternoon session by leading songs on page 426 and 302. Then the convention entered into the business session left open from Saturday afternoon. Ebenezer Church asked for and the convention granted the session for next year to be held August 29 and 30, 1970. The following churches asked for and were granted Union Singings to be held as listed: Union Church, 3rd Sunday in December, 1969; Boiling Springs Church, 5th Sunday in March, 1970; Oak Grove Church, 5th Sunday in May, 1970. The Convention agreed to print 300 minutes of this session. Business session closed. Chairman led song, page 411. Committee reported $31.00 donated for minutes. Leaders: Doris DeLong, 192, 280; H. S. Barron, 138b, 565; E. G. Akin, 442, 196; Ludie Lambert, 362, 498; Lloyd Redding, 542, 419; Elizabeth Haley, 64, 334; Leamon Brown, 314, 144; Cansata Weatherford, 39, 147b; Bill Avery, 530, 478; John Brasher, 47b, 77t; O. B. Garrison, 82, 390.

Recess.

The class resumed singing with Kimzy Cagle leading songs on 371 and 32. By request Hazel Cagle led song, page 236. Leaders: Violet Thomas, 189, 343; Millard McWhorter, 325; J. L. Edge, 289; Carl Hughes, 532; Ralph Dangar, 341; Joe Garrison, 31; Alvin Cagle, 177; Doyle DeLong, 273; Judy Walker, 162; Class requested John Brasher to sing again. He led songs on pages 186 and 268. By request Hoyt Cagle led songs 558 and 358. Announcements. Class sang song on page 62. Dismissed with prayer by E. G. Akin.

Union Musical Singing Convention

EBENEZER PRIMITIVE BAPTIST CHURCH

NEAR ROSWELL, GEORGIA

August 29, 30, 1970

SATURDAY, AUGUST 29

The 102nd annual session of the Union Musical Sacred Harp Convention met at Ebenezer church on the fifth Sunday and Saturday before in August. Chairman, Hoyt Cagle, welcomed everyone and opened the convention by leading songs on pages 27 and 32. Prayer was led by Bro. Jack Cagle. Chairman then led song on page 81. Horace DeLong led the introductory lesson, he used the following songs: 45, 460 and 565. Vice Chairman, Doris DeLong, 76b, 172; Secretary, Hazel Cagle, led songs on pages 217 and 560. Members of the Arranging Committee, Loy Garrison, 46, 47; Kimzy Cagle, 36b, 63. Others who led: Frank Holland, 318, 336; Judy Kearney, 137, 441; Felix Cox, 145, 155; Zera Tolleson, 373, 402.

Recess.

The chairman called the class back in session leading song on page 171. Leaders who followed: Felix Cox, 111, 147b, 40; Leola Wright, 89, 213; Jack Hicks, 123, 283; Sara Grimes, 465, 454; Grady Aderhold, 120, 39b; Jack Cagle, 58, 59; Vena Holley, 546, 500; Joe Garrison, 35, 78; Bill Avery, 478, 521; Wynell Dangar, 212, 319; Jack Corley, 168, 110; Raymond DeLong, 204, 164.

Dismissed for lunch.

The Chairman, Hoyt Cagle, called the class back together leading songs on pages 383 and 542. At this time the convention entered into a business session. The following officers were elected or appointed: Chairman, Loy Garrison; Vice Chairman, Doris DeLong; Secretary, Hazel Cagle; Arranging Committee, Kimzy Cagle, Chairman, Elmer Johnson and Jack Cagle, who will serve as the memorial committee, too. End of business session until Sunday afternoon. Leaders were called: T. J. Stewart, 290, 47b; Leamon Brown, 365, 298; Mrs. A. J. Webb, 371, 569b; Elmer Johnson, 135, 270; J. T. Pruitt, 176b, 269; Mary Lou Cagle, 340, 498; A. J. Webb, 436, 419; Hattie Threatt, 224, 177; Preston Warren, 80b, 86; Velma Johnson, 544, 499; Henry Kerr, 272, 360.

Recess.

The class was called to order by the Chairman leading song on page 490. Others who followed: Jesse Liner, 61, 72; Dolly Hudgins, 108, 82; Lucrease Hall, 313, 108b; Grady Aderhold, 84, 49b; Jack Hicks, 343, 384; Felix Cox, 53; Henry Kerr, 404; The chairman led song on page 62 after which the class was dismissed with prayer by Carl DeLong until Sunday morning.

SUNDAY, AUGUST 30

The second day of the Convention was begun by the chairman, Loy Garrison, leading songs on pages 37b and 48. Prayer was led by Bro. Jack Cagle. Chairman then led song on page 122. Others who led: Kimzy Cagle, 186, 460; Felix Cox, 361, 189; Nathan Cagle, 339, 100; Louie Cagle, 338, 340; Raymond DeLong, 204, 112; Marsha Garrison, 108b, 334; Ellis Brittain, 110, 107; Diane Ball, 143, 159; Randal Cagle, 318, 337; Grady Aderhold, 94, 565; Sandra Garrison, 551, 480; Frank Holland, 217, 299; Jesse Liner, 213, 145b.

Recess.

The class was called together after recess by the chairman leadling song on page 462. Leaders: Jimmy Mann, 333, 358; Janice Paulk, 475, 478; Elder Edward Cagle, 212, 306; J. R. Ball, 177, 348; Johnny Cagle, 283, 36b; Ruby DeLong, 30, 76b; Jesse Roberts, 172, 196. At this time the Convention held its Memorial lesson. Loy Garrison led songs on pages 385 and 499 for Dr. John Dorough. Jack Cagle led song 445 for Estelle Hitt, song 31 for John Garrison and song 59 for Elder O. B. Garrison. Kimzy Cagle led songs on pages 38 and 65 for Bro. William DeLong.

Dismissed for lunch.

After lunch the convention resumed singing with the chairman leading song on page 200. The business session was reopened. The Convention agreed for the next session of this convention to be held at Boiling Springs Primitive Baptist Church on the Fifth Sunday and Saturday before in August, 1971. Convention granted a Union singing to Oak Grove Church to be held on the fifth Sunday in January; another to Ebenezer church to be held on the second Sunday in March; and the third Union singing to Harmony Church to be held on the fifth Sunday in May. Business session closed. The chairman led song on page 147. He was followed by: Hoyt Crowe, 75, 175; Joan Autry, 341 294; Kenneth DeLong, 222, 311; Shirley Wagner, 123b; Millard Ray, 58, 490; Becky Roland, 63, 384; H. S. Barron, 323b, 345; Andy Fuqua, 98, 496; Donald DeLong, 192, 362; Daniel Hudson, 343, 482; O. B. Garrison, 290, 390; Contributions for flowers and minutes, $55.16.

Recess.

Singing was resumed by Hoyt Cagle leading songs on pages 302 and 411. Leaders called: C. A. White, 137, 139; Doyle DeLong, 171, 341; Gwen Roland, 146; Leamon Brown, 68, 401; for an elderly aunt in Orlando, Fla.; Felix Cox, 91, 53; Bill Avery, 530, 465, Doris DeLong, 392; Cansata Weatherford, 569, 512; Jack Corley, 328; Baswell Garrison, 104; Announcements were made then the class sang song on page 62 and the convention was dismissed with prayer by Daniel Hudson.

Union Musical Sacred Harp Singing Convention

Boiling Springs Primitive Baptist Church

Alpharetta, Georgia

July 28, 29, 1973

SATURDAYY, JULY 28, 1973

The one hundred fifth annual session of this convention met at Boiling Springs Church on Saturday before the fifth Sunday in July. The chairman, Doris DeLong, made a short talk giving welcome to all, then led song on page 101. Prayer was led by Jack Cagle. Elmer Johnson led the Introductory lesson using songs on pages 32, 123, 100, 270 and 135. Vice Chairman, Hoyt Cagle, 56, 81; Secretary, Hazel Cagle, 41, 336; Jack Cagle, 49b, 358; Loy Garrison, 369, 49. Other leaders called: Charlene Wallace, 155, 171; Bill Avery, 478, 530; Hattie Threatt, 177.

Recess.

The chairman called the convention to order leading song on page 544. Leaders: George Adcock, 64, 65; Buford McGraw, 114, 483; Rene Cagle, 282; Robbie Kearney, 401; Cansata Weatherford, 376, 565; Dan Brittain, 214, 419; Mrs. Clint Haley, 68b, 313; Kim Cagle, 99, 460; Preston Warren, 458, 312; Shirley Warner, 131b, 302; Henry Kerr, 207, 511.

Dismissed for lunch.

The afternoon session was begun by Joe Garrison leading songs on pages 72 and 72b. A short business session was held at this time. The convention unanimously re-elected the same officers as follows: Chairman, Doris DeLong; Vice Chairman, Hoyt Cagle; Secretary, and Treasurer, Hazel Cagle; Arranging Committee, Elmer Johnson, Loy Garrison and Kim Cagle; they will also serve as the memorial committee. Business closed until tomorrow. The chairman led song on page 318. Leaders called: Delores McGraw, 137, 394; Anita Wagner, 123b, 159; Lovella Warren, 349, 411; Jack Corley, 110, 328; Christine Garrison, 45, 490; Clint Haley, 63, 269; Geneva Prichard, 176b, 373; E. C. Bowen, 438, 432; Velma Johnson, 569b, 111; Johnny Cagle, 38b, 67.

Recess.

The convention was called back together by Kim Cagle. It was requested that he lead song on page 480 in memory of Carl DeLong. Others who led: Leola Wright, 378b, 73; Daniel Hudson, 205, 168; Ray Wagner, 390; Dan Brittain, 78, 148; Delores McGraw 40, 120; Buford McGraw, 76b; Henry Kerr, 181, 122. The chairman led song on page 378 and the convention was dismissed with prayer by Daniel Hudson.

Sunday, July 29, 973

The second day of the convention was begun by the chairman, Doris DeLong, leading song on page 217. Prayer by Bro. Johnny Cagle. Vice Chairman, Hoyt Cagle led songs on pages 137 and 441. Leaders called: Anita Wagner, 131b; 57; Danny Cagle, 147; 44; Mary Lou Cagle, 490, 489; E. C. Bowen, 33b, 138b; Dorothy Fuller, 460, 523; Daniel Hudson, 482, 512; Diane Ball, 127, 300; Johnny Cagle, 299, 36b.

Recess.

The class resumed singing with the chairman leading song on page 275b. Others who led: Dwaine Cagle, 340, 144; Leola Wright, 145, 203; Jack Corley, 215, 328; Hazel Cagle, 183, 422; Doyle DeLong, 273, 189; Bill Avery, 392, 395; Velma Johnson, 235b for William DeLong and Mrs. Ellen Johnson, 569; Dan Brittain, 234, 176; Kenneth DeLong, 394, 365. The memorial lesson was held at this time. Jack Corley led 288 for Mrs. Carpenter; Reuben Ball led 318 for Willie Cook; Kim Cagle led 480 for Carl DeLong; Jack Cagle led 45 for Homer Cagle. Daniel Hudson then led 285 for all other deceased members and loved ones. Chairman led song on page 403.

Dismissed for lunch.

The chairman began the afternoon session of the convention with songs on pages 439 and 316. The business session reopened for completion of business. Kim Cagle requested that the convention be held in 1974 at the Mt. Bethel Community Center, Marietta, Georgia on the fifth Sunday and Saturday before in September. The convention granted that request. The following churches asked for and were granted a Union singing for 1974. Union Church North of Roswell; Ebenezer Church, Near Dunwood; Oak Grove Church, Birmingham Community. The convention agreed to send minutes of this session to the Big Minute. Heard report from the treasurer. Business closed. Chairman led song on page 192. Leaders: Hoyt Cagle, 283, 456; Kim Cagle, 454, 434; Janice Paulk and Rachel, 362, 153; Reuben Ball, 112, 498; Hattie Threatt, 212, 542; Horace DeLong, 426, 384; Shirley Wagner, 430, 376.

After recess Kim Cagle began the singing leading song on page 32. Leaders: Loy Garrison, 513, 383; Jack Cagle, 35, 200; Elmer Johnson, 166, 335; Little Master Wagner, 401; E. C. Bowen, 348, 499; Bill Avery, 325, 521; Dan Brittain, 542, 385b; Leola Wright, 240. The chairman and vice chairman then led song on page 62 and the convention was closed with prayer by Daniel Hudson.

Union Musical Sacred Harp Singing Convention

Mt. Bethel Community Center

East Marietta, Georgia

September 28, 29, 1974

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 28

The one hundred and sixth annual session of the Union Musical Convention was held at Mt. Bethel Community Center. The chairman, Doris DeLong, made a short talk and led song on page 101. Prayer was led by Jack Cagle. The chairman then led song on page 544. The Introductory lesson was led by Kim Cagle who used the following songs, 32, 36b, 99, 460, and 441. Vice Chairman, Hoyt Cagle, led 318 and 137. Secretary, Hazel Cagle, 434 and 336; Loy Garrison, 512, 498; Elmer Johnson, 48, 81; Joe Cummings was present to cover this convention for a well-known magazine. He led songs on pages 49 and 45.

Recess.

The chairman called the convention together leading song on page 57. Leaders called: Danny Griffin, 153, 59; Jack Corley, 114, 110; Hattie Threatt, 224, 430; E. C. Bowen, 37b, 111b; Velma Johnson, 569b, 465; Elder A. W. Norris, 197, 204; Leola Wright, 316, 327; Buford McGraw, 115, 45b; Mary Lou Cagle, 490, 489; Bill Avery, 101b, 345b.

Dismissed for lunch.

The afternoon session was called to order by the chairman leading song on page 343. A business session was held at which the following officers were elected: Chairman, Hoyt Cagle; Vice Chairman, Elmer Johnson; Secretary, Hazel Cagle; Arranging and Memorial Committee, Loy Garrison, Kim Cagle and Mary Lou Cagle. The class discussed discontinuing the Union Singings and voted to dispense with all three of them. The convention will be held at Mt. Bethel Community Center again the fifth Sunday and Saturday before in August 1975. The convention agreed to print the local minute as useual and to send minutes of this convention to the "Big Minute." The business session closed. Hoyt Cagle then led song on page 122. Other leaders called: Jack Cagle, 39b, 44; Horace DeLong, 384, 348; Loy Garrison, 33b, 28b; Doyle DeLong, 171, 217; Buford McGraw, 104, 164; E. C. Bowen, 61, 75; Danny Griffin, 55, 408; Hattie Threatt, 177, 72; A. W. Morris, 148, 170.

Recess.

Elmer Johnson called the class together leading songs on pages 23 and 135. Leaders: Hazel Cagle, 269, 369; Bill Avery, 36, 423; Leola Wright, 378b for Lewis Cagle and 204 for Mary Powers; Jack Corley, 168, 328; Velma Johnson, 499, 491; Kim Cagle, 454, 371; Mary Lou Cagle, 186, 283. The chairman then led song on page 382, after which the convention was dismissed with prayer by Elder A. W. Morris.

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 29

The convention was called to order on Sunday by Hoyt Cagle leading song on page 27. Prayer was led by Carl Hughes. The chairman then led song on page 56. Leaders called: Elmer Johnson, 270, 335; Hazel Cagle, 436, 146; Johnny Cagle, 134, 28b; Leola Wright, 203, 268; Cansada Weatherford, 565, 490; Horace DeLong, 460, 434; Jack Cagle, 208, 551; Hattie Threatt, 426, 172; Sid Caldwell, 143, 129; Christine Garrison, 313, 82; Loy Garrison, 74b, 569.

Recess.

The class resumed singing with Kim Cagle leading song on page 63. Others who led: Jack Corley, 215, 300; Janice Paulk, 386, 498; Wesley Haley, 273, 269; Hubert Reeves, 318, 354; Bill Avery, 393, 478; J. L. Edge, 402, 349; Doris DeLong led 406 for Annie Sisson. Leamon Brown, 298, 290. A memorial lesson was held at follows: Loy Garrison led 78 and 31 for Joe Garrison; Hoyt Cagle led 278b for Dora Garrison and 45t for Alvin Cagle and Kenneth Ruble. Doris DeLong led 147 and 192 for the shut–ins.

Dismissed for lunch.

The chairman brought the convention back in session leading songs on pages 456 and 542. Leaders called: Doyle DeLong, 189, 454; Carl Hughes, 137, 532; Rita Smith, 425; Mary Lou Cagle, 196, 299; Huie Cagle, 441, 170; Velma Johnson, 544, 471; Doris DeLong, 392; Wesley Haley, 479, 236; Kim Cagle led 177 for all the aged members of this community who have supported this convention through the years. The class then sang 457 by request.

Recess.

The class reassembled with Elmer Johnson leading song on page 77. Leaders called: Leamon Brown, 314, 365; J. L. Edge, 355; Carl Hughes, 72, 216; Bill Avery, 465, 521; Jack Corley, 332; Rachael Paulk, 331, 40; Hazel Cagle, 195; Jack Cagle, 108b. The chairman led songs on pages 67, 434 and 62, after which Carl Hughes dismissed with prayer.

UNION MUSICAL SACRED HARP SINGING CONVENTION

Ebenezar Church

Dunwoody, Georgia

July 28, 29, 1979

Saturday, July 28

The one-hundred-eleventh session of the Union Musical Sacred Harp Singing Convention was held at Ebenezer Church, Dunwoody, Georgia. The class was called together by Doris Delong with a few words of welcome and leading song on page 101. Prayer was led by Elder A. W. Morris. In the absence of the Arranging Committee the officers appointed Mrs. Horace DeLong and Mrs. Clarence DeLong to call leaders. The chairman led song on page 544. Rick DeLong led the introductory lesson using songs on pages 32, 33b, 40, 42, 106, 108b, 138b, 138 and 208. Leaders called were: Patricia Ruble, 100, 46; Cindy Ruble, 318, 480; David Grant, 373, 454; Jack Hicks, 314, 426b; Viola Hicks, 127, 490; J. T. Pruitt, 204, 273.

Recess.

Doris DeLong brought the class to order leading song on page 43. He was followed by: Anita Wagner, 282, 459; Shirley Wagner, 328, 213; David Grant, 394, 392; Julia McGraw, 294, 87; Charlene Wallace, 186, 327; Buford McGraw, 143, 211; Rebecca Paulk, 388, 153; Rachel Paulk, 75, 358; Jack Paulk, 147, 569b; Elder A. W. Morris, 272, 402; Gary DeLong, 192, 460.

Dismissed for lunch.

The convention was called together by the chairman leading song on page 57. A short business session was held to elect officers as follows: The same officers were retained: Chairman, Doris DeLong; Vice Chairman, Hoyt Cagle; Secretary, Hazel Cagle. The business session was left open until Sunday afternoon. The chairman resumed singing using song on page 317. Leaders: Cindy Garrison, 275, 155; Hugh McGraw, 324, 102; Loy Garrison, 137, 441; Hazel Cagle, 434, 291; Hoyt Cagle, 500, 542; Kenneth DeLong, 365, 543; Matt DeLong, 332, 340; Jack Corley, 110, 215; E. C. Bowen, 517, 532; Leola Wright, 31, 47; Horace DeLong, 103, 384; Janice Paulk, 478, 446; Cansada Weatherford 39b, 523; Daniel Hudson, 168, 285; Edna Phillips, 36b, 37b; Dollie Hudgins, 82, 108; Elder Shirley Kelley, 35, 319; Rick DeLong, 383. Doris DeLong then led song on page 45, after which the class was dismissed with prayer by Elder A. W. Morris.

Sunday, July 29

On Sunday morning the class was called to order by Doris DeLong leading song on page 59. Carl Hughes led the morning prayer. Hoyt Cagle then led songs on pages 37b and 31b. Leaders called and their selections: Gina Martin, 45, 313; Patricia Ruble, 46, 100; Cindy Ruble, 108b; Cindy Garrison, 137, 208; Carl Hughes, 101, 345; Matt DeLong, 365, 340; Rick DeLong, 106, 332; Heidi DeLong, 168, 171; Winona Cagle, 490, 147; Jack Corley, 123, 300; J. L. Edge, 40, 217; Henry Wilson, 477, 512; Daniel Hudson, 206, 482.

Recess.

The convention was called together by Doris DeLong leading song on page 544. Others who led: Elder A. W. Morris, 379, 392; Bobby Cagle: 99, 441; Hazel Cagle, 436, 336; Kenneth DeLong, 149, 437; Loy Garrison, 535, 566; Mrs. Clint Haley, 565, 569; Rita Haley, 63, 513; Wesley Haley, 269, 273; Clint Haley, 49b, 32; Janice Paulk, 348 in memory of William DeLong.

Dismissed for lunch.

The afternoon session was called to order by Doris DeLong leading song on page 293. Leaders: Sam Kelley, 45, 354; Pam Kelley, 119, 153; Sissie Kelly 143, 343; Charlotte Kelley, 182, 318; Faye Day, 339, 186; Rachel Paulk, 358, 204; Debbie DeLong, 111b; Joda DeLong and Shane Lewis, 339, 153; Shanna DeLong and Shane Lewis, 354, 565; Shirley Lewis, 212, 460; Mary Lou Cagle 189, 498; Rebecca Paulk, 154, 388; Elder Shirley Kelley, 47b, 282.

Recess.

Hoyt Cagle recalled the convention leading song on page 283. The business session was reopened to decided where the convention would meet in 1980. This was granted to the Oak Grove Church to be held on the fifth Saturday and Sunday in August, 30, 31, 1980. End of business session. Regular singing resumed with: Violet Thomas, 434, 192; Donald DeLong, 327, 222; Jack Paulk, 73b, 70; Cansada Weatherford, 499, 362; Janice Paulk, 530, 120; Edna Phillips, 39b, 62; Leola Wright, 33b, 114; Horace DeLong, 387, 290; Diane Wall, 384, 496; Reuben Ball, 112, 73; Earlene McGraw Baker, 169, 218. The chairman and vice chairman led song on page 69 as the closing song. Elder Shirley Kelley led the closing prayer.

UNION MUSICAL SACRED HARP SINGING CONVENTION

Oak Grove Church, Alpharetta, Georgia

August 30, 31, 1980

Saturday, August 30

The one-hundred-twelfth session was opened with a few words of welcome by the Vice Chairman Hoyt Cagle. The chairman, Doris Delong was absent due to illness. The vice chairman began the convention leading songs on pages 27 and 85. Elder William Cagle led the morning prayer. Hoyt Cagle then led song on page 81. The introductory lesson was led by Loy Garrison, who led songs on pages 74, 77, 462, 482 and 480. Hazel Cagle led 222 and 297. Leaders called were: Mary Lou Cagle, 189, 200; Gina Martin, 354, 445; Cindy Ruble, 155, 340; Matt Delong, 460, 384; Patricia Ruble, 46, 358; Rick Delong, 193, 79; Bobby Cagle, 78, 99.

Recess.

The Vice Chairman called the convention together leading song on page 171. Leaders: Ernest Parker, 36b, 40; Elder William Cagle, 569, 499; Henry Kerr, 426, 134; Leola Wright, 33b, 39b; Preston Waren 39, 197; E. C. Bowen, 530, 534; Kim Cagle, 373, 186; Horace Batchelor, 166, 145; O. B. Garrison, 544, 343; I. V. McWhorter, 74, 67; Daniel Hudson, 168, 206; Charlene Wallace, 170, 187.

Dismissed for lunch.

The afternoon session was brought together by Hoyt Cagle leading songs on pages 137 and 441. The convention held a business session to elect the following officers: Chairman, Hoyt Cagle; Vice Chairman, Kim Cagle; Secretary, Hazel Cagle; Arranging Committee, Mary Lou Cagle and Mrs. Clarence Delong. Business session was left open until Sunday afternoon. Others who led: Janice Paulk, 295, 532; Elmer Johnson 123, 135; Rachel Paulk, 318, 204; Diane Wall, 192, 203; Jack Paulk, 73b, 147; Velmer Johnson, 565, 378; Kenneth Delong, 151, 217; Cansada Weatherford, 523, 300; Reuben Ball, 392, 112; Rebecca Paulk, 153, 154; Jack Corley, 110, 328.

Recess.

Kim Cagle called the convention to order leading song on page 176b. Others called were: Doris Haley, 313, 32; Winona Cagle, 30b, 490; Clint Haley, 63, 513; Horace Batchelor, 72; I. V. McWhorter, 159; E. C. Bowen 45; Preston Warren, 74b; Henry Kerr, 422; Janice Paulk, 70. Hoyt Cagle then led song on page 47 and the convention was closed with prayer by Daniel Hudson.

Sunday, August 31

On Sunday morning the Convention was brought to order by Hoyt Cagle leading songs on pages 31b and 37b. Elder Roy Davis led the morning prayer. Kim Cagle then led songs on pages 63 and 155. Hazel Cagle, 436, 434; Mary Lou Cagle, 182, 383; E. C. Bowen, 517, 527; Bobby Cagle, 388, 386; Elmer Johnson, 270, 335; Matt Delong, 498, 340; Leola Wright, 316, 114; Velma Johnson, 569; O. B. Garrison, 58, 73; Elder William Cagle, 512, 137; Loy Garrison, 566, 28b.

Recess.

The chairman called the convention together leading song on page 456. Others who led: Rick Delong, 220, 405; Horace Batchelor, 97, 132; J. L. Edge, 29b, 101b; Carl Hughes, 101, 216; I. V. McWhorter, 84, 349; Veda Touchstone, 280, 477; Henry Wilson, 499, 435; Reuben Ball, 318, 283; No deceased members were reported to the Memorial Committee. Daniel Hudson was requested to lead two songs for the sick, shut-ins and all others not able to attend. After a few words, he used songs on pages 159 and 482.

Dismissed for lunch.

The afternoon session was reassembled with Kim Cagle leading songs on pages 99 and 371. A business session was held. Ebenezer Church called for the convention to be held in 1981. This was granted to Ebenezer to be held August 29 and 30. Business session was closed. Leaders called were: Doris Delong, 390, 293; Dollie Hudgins, 373, 343; Kenneth Delong, 103, 365; Cansada Weatherford, 149, 362; Elder Roy Davis, 348, 425; Winona Cagle, 45; Edna Phillips, 129, 75; E. C. Bowen, 329, 409; Veda Touchstone, 452; I. V. McWhorter, 146; Horace Batchelor, 105, 154.

Recess.

The chairman called the convention together leading song on page 542. Leaders called: Henry Wilson, 176b, 166; Leola Wright, 290, 196; J. L. Edge 404; Hazel Cagle, 269; Carl Hughes, 385b, 213; Doris Delong, 544; Rick Delong, 402. The officers of the convention led song on page 62, after which the convention was closed with prayer by Elder Charles Cagle.

UNION MUSICAL SACRED HARP SINGING CONVENTION

Ebenezer Church, Dunwoody, Georgia

August 29, 30, 1981

Saturday, August 29

The one hundred thirteenth session of this convention was called to order by Hoyt Cagle leading songs on pages 27 and 32. The morning prayer was led by Elder A. W. Morris. The chairman then led song on page 171. Richard Delong conducted the introductory lesson using songs on pages 29, 30, 345, 345b, 137, 136, 138b, 189 and 431. Kim Cagle, vice chairman, led songs on pages 460, 186; Secretary, Hazel Cagle, 436, 269. Leaders called were: Mary Lou Cagle, 456, 513; Matt Delong, 268, 365; Cindy Ruble, 480, 108; Gina Martin, 294, 445; Rebecca Paulk, 358, 388; Patricia Ruble, 46, 108b; Rachel Paulk, 145, 204.

Recess.

Hoyt Cagle brought the class back in session leading song on page 74b. Those who followed were: Doris Delong, 544, 392; Elder A. W. Morris, 316, 383; Leola Wright, 114, 77; E. C. Bowen, 348, 295; Janice Hopper, 107, 159; Lloyd Redding, 47b, 283; Loy Garrison, 83, 74b; Dula Webb, 63, 465; Jesse Mack Roberts, 236, 196; William Hendrix, 112, 215.

Dismissed for lunch.

The afternoon session was called together by the chairman leading songs on pages 81 and 542. A business session was held to elect the following officers: Chairman, Kim Cagle; Vice Chairman, Richard Delong; Secretary, Hazel Cagle; Arranging Committee, Mary Lou Cagle and Mrs. Clarence DeLong. This committee will also serve as the Memorial Committee. The chairman then led song on page 155. Other leaders who followed: E. G. Akin, 29, 441; Jack Corley, 110, 328; I. V. McWhorter, 67, 317; Clewis Harden, 405, 314; O. B. Garrison, 179, 499; Hayward Ross, 48, 61, 34; Johnny Cagle, 147, 28b; Horace Batchelor, 324, 105; Janice Paulk, 437, 361; Henry Wilson, 176b, 512.

Recess.

The convention reassembled with Kim Cagle leading song on page 36b. Other leaders called: Horace Delong, 318, 384, 340; Elmer Johnson, 123, 135; Daniel Hudson, 343, 482; Kenneth DeLong, 276, 70; Faye Day, 323b, 490; Jesse Mack Roberts, 434. The chairman then led song on page 99 as the closing song. Daniel Hudson dismissed with prayer.

Sunday, August 29

On Sunday morning the Convention was called to order by Kim Cagle leading songs on pages 39b, 373 and 32. Clarence DeLong led the morning prayer. Richard DeLong led songs on pages 59 and 177. The following leaders were called: Hazel Cagle, 75, 207; Loy Garrison, 566, 498; Matt DeLong, 141, 345; Cindy Ruble, 340, 155; Daniel Hudson, 168, 285; Horace DeLong, 565, 192; Hoyt Cagle, 182.

Recess.

The Convention reassembled with Kim Cagle leading song on 176b. Leaders were: E. C. Bowen, 517, 532; William Hendrix, 215, 217; Leola Wright, 196, 203; Elder A. W. Morris, 197, 402; Elmer Johnson, 270, 77; Diane Wall, 299, 318; Hayward Ross, 147, 144; Elder William Cagle, 435, 420; Horace Batchelor, 149, 390; Doris DeLong, 434; Bobby Cagle, 78, 283.

Recess.

Richard DeLong brought the class together leading song on page 80b. He was followed by: J. L. Edge, 41, 40; I. V. McWhorter, 84, 137; George Brumbelow, 335, 108; Janice Hopper, 479, 47b; Faye Day, 46, 480. A memorial lesson was held at this time. Carl Hughes led 269 in memory of Ivey Ross, 337 in memory of Millard McWhorter. Loy Garrison led 452 in memory of Edna Phillips and 378 in memory of Eula Adams. End of memorial lesson. Velma Johnson led 499 for William DeLong and Hoyt Cagla 325 for all the shut-ins.

Dismissed for lunch.

Richard DeLong called the afternoon session together leading songs on pages 332 and 302. Morris Lawson, 68, 490. At this time the convention continued the business session which was left open on Saturday. Oak Grove Church called for this convention for 1982. Their request was granted. End of business session. Leaders: Kim Cagle, 47; Patricia Ruble, 294, 153; Henry Wilson, 477, 406; O. B. Garrison, 37b, 45; Herman Wilkinson, 143, 136; Cary DeLong, 204, 327; Charlene Wallace, 186, 365; Carolyn Lawson, 159, 235; Matt and Richard DeLong, 236; Carl Hughes, 101.

Recess.

Recess.

The convention was called to order by Kim Cagle leading song on page 371. Leaders called were: Kenneth DeLong, 344, 358; Viola Thomason, 170, 189; Carol Hensen, 36b, 222; Sandra Wilkerson, 300, 388; Velma Johnson, 65, 569; Jesse Mack Roberts, 220, 328; Tommy Hansen, 61, 387; Barry Wilkinson, 101b; Elder A. W. Morris, 304. The Chairman and Vice Chairman led song on page 441 and the class was dismissed with prayer by Marty Smith.

UNION MUSICAL SACRED HARP SINGING CONVENTION

Oak Grove Church, Alpharetta, Georgia

August 28, 29, 1982

Saturday, August 28

The one-hundred-fourteenth session of the convention was called to order by chairman, Kim Cagle, leading songs on pages 63, 155 and 99. Elder Charles Cagle led the morning prayer. The introductory lesson was led by E. C. Bowen using songs on pages 36b, 32 and 517; Richard DeLong, 76b, 385b; Hazel Cagle, 391, 456; Mary Lou Cagle, 299, 298. The chairman then led 460 and the following leaders were called: Cindy Ruble, 480, 340; Gina Martin, 354, 313; Cindy Garrison, 208, 171; Patricia Ruble, 108b, 358; Elmer Johnson, 123, 77; Jack Corley, 168, 328; Preston Warren, 329, 330; Henry Kerr, 375, 374.

Recess.

Kim Cagle brought the convention to order leading song on page 186. Leaders called were: Horace DeLong, 192, 384; Herman Wilkinson, 285, 235b; Leola Wright, 316, 327; Heyward Ross, 48, 345; Bobby Cagle, 78, 204; Phil Summerlin, 144, 196; Elder William Cagle, 569, 499; Everett Denney, 489, 405; Daniel Hudson, 343, 482; Clewis Hardin, 97, 139.

Dismissed for lunch.

The afternoon session was called together by Kim Cagle leading song on page 176b and 373. On orderly motion the convention opened the business session. The following officers were elected: Chairman, Richard DeLong; Vice Chairman, Herman Wilkinson; Secretary, Hazel Cagle. Herman Wilkinson requested that Ivy Church, Buford, Georgia, be allowed to join this convention. Richard DeLong suggested that the class vote on this request on Sunday afternoon. Kenneth DeLong led 402 and 283 while the newly elected officers appointed Mary Lou Cagle and Euna DeLong as Arranging and Memorial committee. Leaders called were: O. B. Garrison, 179, 290; Velma Johnson, 288, 49b; Richard DeLong, 365, 542; Violet Thomason, 318, 189; Loy Garrison, 498, 457; Cansada Weatherford, 490, 512; Faye Day, 75, 74b; Elder Charles Cagle, 61; Christine Garrison, 45, 491; Hoyt Cagle, 67, 146; Janice Hopper, 47b, 159.

Recess.

Richard DeLong called the class together leading song on page 143. Leaders called were: Dollie Hudgins, 82, 58; Mary Scott, 28, 155. Everett Denny, 40, 100; Henry Kerr, 272, 511; Preston Warren, 544, 70; Heyward Ross, 147; Phil Summerlin, 348, 112; Herman Wilkinson, 274, 277. The chairman and vice chairman led song on page 69 and the class was dismissed with prayer by Daniel Hudson.

Sunday, August 29

On Sunday the convention was called together by Richard DeLong leading song on page 60. The morning prayer was led by Elder Charles Cagle. Richard DeLong led 176 and the following leaders were called: Kenneth DeLong, 179, 409; B. M. Smith, 490, 569; Gina Martin, 566, 445; Jack Hicks, 47, 426; J. L. Edge, 46, 101b; Carl Hughes, 101, 498; Leola Wright, 94, 400; Viola Hicks, 28b, 127; Hazel Cagle, 546, 543; W. L. Ray, 61, 270; Hugh McGraw, 271, 185; E. C. Bowen, 530, 532.

Recess.

The convention was brought to order by the vice chairman leading song on page 32. Leaders called were: Charlene Wallace, 155, 171; Tammy McGraw, 89, 268; Lonnie Rogers, 75, 318; Clewis Hardin, 436, 81; Henry Slack, 181, 535; Kim Cagle, 371, 122. During the Memorial lesson that followed, the committee submitted the following: We, your Memorial Committee, recommend that we pay tribute at this time to our loved ones who sang the Sacred Harp songs, who supported our singings so faithfully and who have passed away since our last convention. We recommend that we also remember our shut-ins, for there will come a time in all our lives when we cannot be there because of age or illness. We miss our faithful ones and wish them well in days to come. Hoyt Cagle led 490 for Hazel Nix and 403 for Buford McGraw; Richard DeLong led 114 for Pearl Corley and 102 for Buford McGraw; Daniel Hudson led 159 for all the shut-ins and 482.

Dismissed for lunch.

Richard DeLong called the class back in session for the afternoon session leading songs from pages 133 and 389. At this time the business was continued from Saturday afternoon. The convention voted and accepted Ivy Church as a member of the Union Musical convention. Ebenezer Church called for and was granted the convention for 1983 to be held on the fifth Sunday and Saturday in July. Business closed: Richard DeLong led 392 for Doris and Winnie DeLong; Loy Garrison, 83, 200; Bobby Cagle, 43; Elmer Johnson, 135, 166; Elder William Cagle, 137; Horace DeLong, 434, 387; Jack Corley, 144, 110; Cansada Weatherford, 523, 513; Janice Hopper, 107, 300; Velma Johnson, 147, 146; O. B. Garrison, 65, 45; Phil Summerlin, 460, 373; Dollie Hudgins, 340, 343.

Recess.

The chairman resumed singing leading song on page 76b. Others called: Faye Day, 119, 186; Hoyt Cagle, 383; E. C. Bowen, 534; Jack Hicks, 109; Charlene Wallace, 105; Cindy Garrison, 170, 294; Tammy McGraw, 345; Mr. Kendricks, 72b, 161; Viola Hicks, 235; M. L. Ray, 168; Janice Hopper, 47b; Hazel Cagle, 196; Richard DeLong, 442. The chairman and vice chairman led song on page 62, and the convention was dismissed with prayer by Carl Hughes.

UNION MUSICAL SACRED HARP SINGING CONVENTION

Ebenezer Church, Dinwood, Georgia

July 30, 31, 1983

Saturday, July 30

The one hundred-fifteenth session of the Union Musical Convention was called to order on Saturday by the Chairman, Richard Delong leading songs on pages 36b, 59 and 60. The morning prayer was led by E. C. Bowen. The introductory lesson was led by Phil Summerlin leading songs on pages 30, 33b and 73b. Vice Chairman, Herman Wilkinson, led songs on pages 99 and 104. The committee called the following leaders: Elmer Johnson, 135, 270; Cindy Garrison, 155, 208; Daniel Hudson, 343b, 285; Loy Garrison 441, 200; William Edwards, 111, 28b, 63, 83; Matthew Delong, 345, 340; Rebecca Paulk, 358; Velma Johnson, 569b, 499b; Rachel Paulk, 45, 460.

Recess.

The convention resumed singing with Richard Delong leading song on page 289. Leaders called: Doris Delong, 392, 192, 490; E. C. Bowen, 409, 517; Tara Hedrick, 72b, 317; Leola Wright, 196, 114; Jack Corley, 168, 328; William Hedrick, 384, 215; Clewis Hardin, 318, 37b; B. M. Smith, 47b, 147.

Dismissed for lunch.

The afternoon session continued with Richard Delong leading songs on pages 276 and 399b. He was followed by: Charlene Wallace, 217. A busines session was held at this time in which the convention elected the following officers: Chairman, Richard Delong; Vice Chairman, Herman Wilkinson; Secretary, Hazel Cagle. In the absence of the secretary, Gertrude Delong was appointed to take the minutes for the day. Arranging Committee and Memorial Committee, Mary Lou Cagle and Dorothy Garrison. The business session was held open for the balance of the business to be conducted on Sunday afternoon. Leaders called were: Carlene Griffin, 40, 171; Shelbie Sheppard, 299, 220; Delores McGraw, 30b, 56; David Grant, 311, 442; Mae Scott, 479, 128; Faye Day Pettis, 480, 513; Jeff Sheppard, 57, 78; Hoyt Cagle, 268; Janice Paulk, 446, 478; Horace Delong, 348, 434; Kenneth Delong, 314, 403.

Recess.

Herman Wilkinson called the convention together leading song on page 329. Others who led: Violet Thomason, 189, 170, 143; Rachel Paulk, 204, 275b; Cindy Garrison, 294, 330; Matthew Delong, 112, 365; Tara Hedrick, 34, 341; Elder Shirley Kelly, 282, 45; Richard Delong and Matthew Delong led 371 and 222. The chairman and vice chairman led song on page 69 as the closing song and the class was dismissed with prayer by Clarence Delong.

Sunday, July 31

On Sunday morning the convention was called together by Richard Delong leading song on page 87. Clarence Delong then led the morning prayer. Richard Delong then led song on page 112. Leaders were called as follows: Matthew Delong, 137, 318; Rachel Paulk, 460, 204; Kim Cagle, 441, 371; Clewis Hardin, 405, 430; Doris Delong, 544, 380; Leola Wright, 47, 43; B. M. Smith, 182, 208; Elmer Johnson, 123, 77; Carl Hughes, 379, 213; Elder William Cagle, 569b, 98; E. C. Bowen, 532, 527; Bobby Cagle, 78, 99; Christine Garrison, 490, 491.

Recess.

Richard Delong reassembled the convention leading song on page 399b. Leaders were: Delores McGraw, 383, 404; Charlene Wallace, 300, 302; David Grant, 507; 543; Louise Buchanan, 63; Johnny Cagle, 283, 282; Jeff Sheppard, 121, 145b; Henry Wilson, 417, 499; Lonnie Rogers, 101, 345. During the Memorial lesson, Daniel Hudson led pages 285 and 482 in memory of Charlie Cagle, Mozelle Wilson and Winnie Delong.

Dismissed for lunch.

Richard Delong brought the afternoon session together leading song on page 550. Others who led: Horace Delong, 384, 436; Byron House, 271b, 545; Faye Pettis, 186, 46; Cindy Garrison, 498, 512; Shelbie Sheppard, 183, 110; Hazel Cagle, 434, 305; Hugh McGraw, 151, 142; Reuben Bell, 205, 217; Cansada Weatherford, 566, 159. During the remainder of the business session the convention granted Oak Grove Church, Alpharetta, Georgia, the 1984 session to be held on the fifth Sunday and Saturday before in July. By an orderly motion the business session was closed. Richard Delong, 189; Clint Haley 31, 513; Robert Kendrick, 59, 378.

Recess.

The class resumed singing with Richard Delong leading song on page 30. Leaders: Kenneth Delong, 291, 369, 70; Loy Garrison, 462, 74; Gary Delong, 327, 164; Phil Summerlin, 401, 495; Janice Paulk, 386, 274b; Violet Thomason, 218, 153; Hoyt Cagle, 542; Matthew Delong, 289. As the closing song Richard Delong led page 62. Carl Hughes then dismissed the class with prayer.

UNION MUSICAL CONVENTION

Oak Grove Church, Alpharetta, Georgia

July 28, 29, 1984

The one hundred-sixteenth session of the Union Musical Convention was called to order on Saturday by the Chairman, Richard DeLong, leading songs on pages 76b and 60. Clarence DeLong led the morning prayer. The chairman then led songs on page 57. Hazel Cagle then led songs on pages 317 and 56b. The introductory lesson was led by Matthew DeLong leading songs on pages 30, 56, 87, 420 and 418. Elmer Johnson was appointed to serve on the Arranging Committee with Dorothy Garrison. Elmer Johnson led songs on pages 123 and 270. Leaders called: Cindy Garrison, 294, 480; Hugh McGraw, 178, 210; Velma Johnson, 569b, 565; Hoyt Cagle, 318, 171; Cansada Weatherford, 489, 512; Kenneth DeLong, 279, 292; Phil Summerlin, 32, 172.

Recess.

Richard DeLong called the convention together leading songs on pages 80b. Leaders: Leola Wright, 316, 114; Doris DeLong, 192, 544; Faye Pettis, 137, 457; B. F. Pettis, 100, 101; Kim Cagle, 460, 441; Shelbie Sheppard, 332, 186; Bobby Cagle, 46, 43; Delores McGraw, 47, 398; Horace DeLong, 384, 434; Helen Bryson, 215, 358.

Dismissed for lunch.

The afternoon session continued with the chairman leading song on page 459. The convention held a business session in which the following officers were elected: Chairman, Richard DeLong; Vice Chairman, Matthew DeLong; Secretary, Hazel Cagle; Arranging Committee and Memorial Committee, Dorothy Garrison, Euna DeLong and Gertie DeLong. The business session will be continued on Sunday afternoon. Leaders: Clewis Hardin, 37, 70; Loy Garrison, 82, 566; Ralph Parker, 452, 47b; Daniel Hudson, 285, 343; Ruby Clayton, 45; Jack Corley, 300, 168; Jeff Sheppard, 182, 189; Winona Cagle, 490, 499; Henry Wilson, 118, 417; Elder William Cagle, 98; Dollie Hudgins, 61, 373; William Headrick, 216, 217; Eva Reeves, 119, 127.

Recess.

The convention resumed with Richard DeLong leading song on page 542. Leaders: Cathy Corley and Richard DeLong, 63; Hugh McGraw, 165; Jeff Sheppard, 185; Henry Wilson, 202; Shelbie Sheppard, 110; Delores McGraw, 163; Phil Summerlin, 203; Clewis Hardin, 385; Helen Bryson, 196. Chairman and Vice Chairman led song on page 69. The convention was dismissed with prayer by Clarence DeLong.

Sunday, July 29

On Sunday morning the convention was called to order by Matthew DeLong leading songs on pages 111 and 235. The morning prayer was led by Clarence DeLong. Leaders called were: Cheron Orth, 268, 300; Carl Hughes, 216, 217; Cindy Garrison, 155, 498; H. L. Weaver, 36, 159; Eula Johnson 298, 318; B. M. Smith, 182, 384; Margie Smith, 108, 566; Kelly Smith, 200 400; Gertrude Bateman, 480; Kenneth Smith, 38b, 39b; I. V. McWhorter, 349, 405; Horace Batchelor, 97, 154.

Recess.

Matthew DeLong called the convention together with song on page 426. Leaders: Ed Smith, 100, 101; Jean Smith, 111b, 31; Harry Dumas, 327, 479; Susan Smith, 186, 348; Jim Herr, 48, 383; Clara Herr, 126, 127; Raymond Hamrick, 77, 369; Mildred Dumas, 81, 373; Debra Langley, 454, 282; Millard Ray, 168, 145; Geneva Prichard, 430, 428.

Dismissed for lunch.

The convention was brought to order by Richard DeLong leading songs on pages 532 and 517. The business session continued from Satururday afternoon. Ebenezer Church, Dunwoody, Georgia asked for and was granted the convention for next year to be held on September 28, 29, 1985. Business closed. Leaders: Charlene Wallace, 189, 218; B. F. Pettis, 112, 108b. A memorial lesson was held with Horace DeLong leading song on page 114 in memory of Johnnie Mae Threatt Harmon. Hoyt Cagle led 411 for all the sick and shut-ins. Others who led: O. B. Garrison, 65, 75; Mary Scott, 569b, 40; Louise Buchanan, 63, 47b; Myron House, 210, 70; Phil Summerlin, 314, 47; Emmie Lou Calhoun, 128, 162; Hugh McGraw, 410; Kelly Smith, 222.

Recess.

The singing continued with Matthew DeLong leading song on page 424. Leaders: Delores McGraw, 408; Shelbie Sheppard, 528; Henry Wilson, 398; Jeff Sheppard, 276; Clewis Hardin, 436; Faye Pettis, 236; William Hedrick, 143; Leola Wright, 73; Kenneth DeLong, 530; Robert Kendrick, 378; Hazel Cagle, 269; Cansada Weatherford, 513; Elder Shirley Kelley, 45; Kim Cagle, 32; Loy Garrison, 74; Daniel Hudson, 482. After announcements, Chairman and Vice Chairman led song on page 62. Carl Hughes dismissed with prayer.

Richard DeLong, Chairman; Matthew DeLong, Vice Chairman; Hazel Cagle, Secretary.

UNION MUSICAL CONVENTION

Ebenezer Church, Dunwoody , Georgia

September 28,29, 1985

The one hundred and seventeenth session of the Union Musical Sacred Harp Convention was opened with Chairman, Richard DeLong leading songs on pages 57 and 60. Prayer was led by William Headrick. Vice Chairman, Matthew DeLong led 61 and 74.The introductory lesson was led by Hoyt Cagle leading songs on pages 31b and 37b. Leaders: T. H. Ross. 40, 48; Shelbie Sheppard, 277, 28b; Clewis Hardin, 81, 420; Delores McGraw, 56, 79; William Headrick, 496, 208; Helen Bryson, 299, 566; Jeff Sheppard, 378, 388; Lesslie Cates, 499, 78; Phillip Langley, 45, 163; Jennie Wootten, 406, 410; Jack Corley, 121,300.

RECESS.

Richard DeLong called the class together leading song on page 30. Leaders: E. C. Bowen, 348, 471b; O. B. Garrison, 441 482; Leola Wright, 137,196; Loy Garrison, 143, 171; Kenneth DeLong, 380, 365; Janice Paulk, 295,396; B. M. Smith, 298, 384; Geneva Prichard, 193,98; Doris DeLong, 544, 392.

DISMISSED FOR LUNCH.

The afternoon session resumed with Richard DeLong leading song on page 152. A motion was made and duly seconded to go into the business session. Officers elected or appointed were: Chairman, Matthew DeLong; Vice Chairman, Kimzy Cagle; Secretary, Hazel Cagle; Arranging Committee, Richard DeLong and Kenneth DeLong; Memorial Committee, Mary Lou Cagle and Gertrude DeLong. Leaders: Debra Langley, 401, 273; Amanda Mitchell, 77,183; Bonnie Flowers, 369, 291; Charlene Wallace, 99,101; Dollie Hudgins, 343,375; Martha Ann Stegar, 59, 63; Margie Smith, 108,405; Elder Jim Herr, 282, 182; Kim Cagle, 460, 371; Elmer Johnson, (class sang Happy Birthday) 123, 135; Jesse Mack Roberts, 236, 36; Jerry Hunt, Jr, 40, 480.

RECESS.

The convention was called to order by Matt DeLong leading song on page 141. Leaders: Vaudie Sherer, 358; Mary Latiner, 454, 285; Velma Johnson, 147, 565; Shelbie Sheppard, 528; Lessie Cates, 314; Geneva Prichard, 532; Elder Jim Herr, 383; Matt DeLong led song on page 97. The class was dismissed with prayer by Clarence DeLong.

SUNDAY SEPTEMBER 29

The convention was called to order by Matthew DeLong leading songs on pages 176b and 104. Prayer was led by E. C. Bowen. Kimzy Cagle then led 32 and 36. Leaders were called: Hoyt Cagle, 411; Loy Garrison,83,498; Lessie Cates, 428, 155; Kenneth DeLong, 171, 316; Delores McGraw, 138, 425; Clewis Hardin, 448, 448b; O. B. Garrison, 82, 129; E. C. Bowen, 517,478; Carl Hughes, 441.

RECESS.

The class resumed singing with Kim Cagle leading song on page 137. Leaders were: Myron House, 131, 102; Margie Smith, 566, 569b; Jeff Sheppard, 171b, 67; Phil Summerlin, 30, 235. Hugh McGraw, 154,54; T. H. Ross, 47b,34; Horace Delong, 340, 384.

RECESS.

Matt DeLong called the class together leading song on page 398 , followed by Jack Corley, 318, 328; Noel Phillips, (class sang Happy Birthday) 482, 46; Phillip Langley, 480,85: Shane Ellis, 112, 354; Rachel Paulk, 145, 204; Emily Calhoun ,128, 457; Doris DeLong, 192, 392. A memorial lesson was held: We, your memorial committee would like to pause and remember those, who in the past, came to sing with us, rejoice with us when we were happy, who wept with us when we sorrowed, who came from near and far to support our singings. Those whom God has called to rest since our last session are: Elder A.W. Morris, Sue McCue Ivy and Jesse Roberts. Kenneth DeLong led 455 for Bro Roberts, Hoyt Cagle, 418 for Bro. Morris and 68 for sister lvy. For the shut-ins: Mae DeLong, Att Huff, Jim and Lillie Belle Ayers, Lloyd Redding, Mr and Mrs. J. L. Edge, Jerry Johnson, Woodrow and Ellavee Mann. William Headrick led a song for them.

DISMISSED FOR LUNCH

The afternoon session resumed with Matt DeLong leading a song. Richard DeLong led 287 and 198. On moved and seconded the convention granted the request for the next session of this convention to be held at Oak Grove Church, Alpheretta, Georgia on the fifth Sunday and Saturday before in August 1986. Business closed. Leaders were called: Amanda Mitchell, 196,300; Raymond Hamrick, 369, 486; Charlene Wallace,210,180; Bonnie Flowers, 84, 327; Geneva Prichard, 222, 184; Shelbie Sheppard, 553, 518; Debra Langley, 203,349; Kathy Phillips, 282, 507; Nick Griffin, 164,551; B. M Smith, 280,225.

RECESS.

Kim Cagle called the class together leading song on page 186. Leaders called were: Gertrude Bateman, 81, 454; Jr. Ball, 124, 290; Revy Williamson, 212, 371; Leola Wright, 268, 114; Ron Crocker, 39b, 77; Eva Reeves. 119, 294; Diane Wall, 452, 283; Shirley Ellis, 189, 460; Janice Paulk,446,358; Jesse Mack Roberts, 269; Hermon Wilkinson, 215; Matt DeLong and Kim Cagle led song on page 76b as the closing song. The convention was dismissd with prayer by Carl Hughes.

Chairman, Matt DeLong; Vice Chairman, Kim Cagle; Secretary, Hazel Cagle.

UNION MUSICAL CONVENTION

Oak Grove Church, Near Alpharetta, Georgia

August 30, 31, 1986

The one hundred and eighteenth session of the convention was called to order by the Chairman, Matt DeLong leading songs on pages 418, 386, and 37b. The morning prayer was led by E. C. Bowen. Kim Cagle led 137 and 222. Kenneth DeLong led the introductory lesson using song on pages 34, 171, 34, 147b, 329, and 217. Leaders called: Daniel Hudson, 512, 482; Cindy Garrison, 294, 480; Loy Garrison, 500, 99; E. C. Bowen, 318, 517; Christine Garrison, 489, 569b; Don Bowen, 167, 52; Hoyt Cagle.

Recess.

The convention was called together by Matt DeLong leading song on page 175. Leaders: Cansada Weatherford, 565, 566; Carl Hughes, 495; Leola Wright, 89, 109; Christy Alexander, 300, 337; Jack Corley, 168, 110; Don Clark, 170, 151; Bobby Cagle, 78, 43; Estelle Flowers, 406, 378; Margie Smith, 120, 119; Martha Ann Stegar, 312b, 275; Eva Reeves,339, 319; Horace Delong, 434, 384.

Dismissed for lunch.

The convention continued after lunch with Matt DeLong leading song on page 454. Leaders: Hannah Roberts, 153, 358. The class held it business session in which all officers were re-elected: Chairman, Matt DeLong; Vice Chairman, Kim Cagle; Secretary, Hazel Cagle; Arranging Committee, Richard DeLong and Kenneth DeLong; Memorial Committee, Mary Lou Cagle and Gertrude DeLong; Finance and Locating Committee, Loy Garrison and Jesse Roberts. Matt DeLong then led song on page 283. Leaders: Hugh McGraw, 473, 472; Helen Bryson, 551, 215; Lane Weaver, 179, 129; Jesse Roberts, 302, 448; B. M. Smith, 272, 298; Bonnie Flowers, 28b,507; Charlene Wallace, 428, 455; Dollie Hudgins, 373, 343; Susan Roberts, 84, 115; Richard DeLong, 532, 149.

Recess.

Kim Cagle called the class together leading song on page 460. Leaders: Velma Johnson, 441, 235; Shirley Wagner, 277, 360; Elder Charles Cagle, 123; Everett Denney, 285, 108; Kevin Webb, 274, 159; Winona Cagle, 490, 72b; Richard DeLong, 75; Matt DeLong led 45 for the closing song, and E. C. Bowen dismissed with Prayer.

Sunday, August 31

The convention was called to order on Sunday morning by Matt Delong leading songs on pages 97 and 104. Elder Charles Cagle led the morning prayer. Kim Cagle led songs on pages 63 and 155. Leaders: Bobby Cagle, 46, 544; Hoyt Cagle, 542, 411; Elmer Johnson, 77; Daniel Hudson, 205, 206; Christine Garrison, 48, 491; E. C. Bowen, 455; Leola Wright, 36b, 196; Cansada Weatherford, 490, 567; Jr. Cagle, 341; Elder Charles Cagle, 61.

Recess.

Matt DeLong resumed the singing convention leading song on page 213. Leaders: John Merritt, 192, 365; Loy Garrison, 498, 74b: Jack Corley, 123b, 328; Velma Johnson, 569b, 147; Christy Alexander, 58, 288; Cindy Garrison, 282, 143; Lane Weaver, 100, 35.

Recess.

The convention reassembled with Kim Cagle leaing song on page 32. Leaders: Horace DeLong, 204, 348; Carlton Hitchcock, 390, 535. A memorial lesson was held. We light this candle for our good and faithful friends and singers who have passed away since our last session. Their lives were like this candle, shinging bright and warm. There is still a warmth within our hearts, when we remember them, like the warmth this candle leaves when the flames is gone. Daniel Hudson led 482 for O. B. Garrison; Kenneth DeLontg led 33b for Clewis Hardin, J. T. Pruitt and Ila V. Aldridge, 294 for Forrest Merritt. The second candle we light for our sick and shut - ins whose lights are still shinging, however feeble. We remember them with song on page 340 and 28b led by Richard Delong.

Dismissed for lunch.

The afternoon session continued with Matt DeLong leading song on page 424. Leaders: Bonny Flowers, 234, 56b; Raymond Hamrick, 27, 394; Hugh McGraw, 465, 541; Oscar McGuire, 371, 276; Janice Paulk, 618,295; Alice West, 59, 146; Reuben Ball, 318, 290; Charlene Wallace, 136, 218; Carlene Griffin, 306, 383; Gertrude Bateman, 454,81; Richard DeLong, 448, 550.

Recess.

The class was called to order by Kim Cagle leading song on page 176b. Leaders: Jesse Roberts, 327, 269; Frances Carnell, 84, 168; Hannah and Jessica Roberts, 480; Susan Roberts, 300; Anita Garner, 457; Shirley Wagner, 329; Kenneth DeLong,530, 534; Hugh McGraw, 213b; Richard DeLong, 222 and 442. On motion the convention entered a short business session. Heard report from finance committee: $113.25 was collected to be used for minutes, expeses and flowers: Locating Committee reported the the convention would be held at Ebenezer Church, Dunwoody, Georgia on the fifth Sunday and Saturday in August 1987. This convention gave sanction to the organization of a singing to be held on the second Sunday in February 1987 near Smyrna, Georgia, Just off U.S. 41. Exact building to be announced. Matt DeLong led song on page 62 and the convention was dismissed with prayer by Jesse Roberts.

Chairman, Matt DeLong; Vice Chairman, Kim Cagle; Secretary, Hazel Cagle.

UNION MUSICAL CONVENTION

Ebenezer Church, Dunwoody, Georgia

August 29, 30, 1987

The one hunded -nineteenth session of the convention was called to order by the chairman, Matt DeLong leading song on page 146. The morning prayer was led by E. C. Bowen. Matt DeLong then led song on page 274b. Kenneth Delong led the introductory lesson using songs on pages 138b, 37b, 34; 137, 171, 170 and 316. Leaders called were: Hoyt Cagle, 217; William Headrick, 84, 216; Junie Wootten, 400, 143; Loy Garrison, 566, 283; E. C. Bowen, 348, 499; B. M. Smith, 380, 280; Don Bowen, 59; 155; Martha Ann Stegar, 47, 63; Richard DeLong, 88, 507.

RECESS.

The convention was called together by Matt DeLong leading songs on pages 55 and 365. The convention held its business session in which the following officers were elected or appointed: Chairman, Jesse Roberts; Vice Chairman, Helen Bryson; Secretary, Hazel Cagle; (Gertie DeLong was asked to keep the minutes for this session during Hazel;s absence.) Chaplain, E. C. Bowen; Arranging Committee and Finance Committee, Kenneth DeLong and Loy Garrison; Memorial Committee, Mary Lou Cagle, William Headrick and Bonnie Flowers. Leaders: Mary Lou Cagle, 200, 480; Hugh McGraw, 564, 494; Dollie Hudgins, 343, 373; Velma Johnson, 147, 569; Frances Roberts Carnell, 454, 126; Don Clark, 186, 168; Horace DeLong, 434, 384; Mary Alice Latimer, 358, 99; Beverly Walkins, 268, 45; Amandy Denson Brady, 56b; Richard DeLong, 153.

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The afternoon session resumed with Jesse Roberts leading songs on pages 536 and 65. Leaders: Helen Bryson, 299, 276; Everette Denney, 460, 489; Shelbie Sheppard, 107, 106; Phil Summerlin, 448, 312; Janice Paulk, 446, 618; Cindy Garrison 498; 656; Jack Corley, 300, 542; Margie Smith, 33, 175; Bonnie Flowers, 73b, 213; Jeff Sheppard, 293, 292.

RECESS.

Jessie Roberts called the convention together leading songs on pages 392 and 56. Leaders: Helen Bryson,172, 340; Everette Denney, 490; Shelbie Sheppard, 332; Phil Summerlin, 112; Janice Paulk, 478; Margie Smith, 91, 313; Bonnie Flowers, 289, 331; Jeff Sheppard, 195. The convention was dismissed with prayer by E. C. Bowen.

Sunday, August 30

The convention was called to order on Sunday morning by Helen Bryson leading songs on pages 59, 61, 65 and 276. E. C. Bowen led the morning prayer. Leaders were called: Don Bowen, 517, 500; Loy Garrison, 330, 137; Gertrude Bateman, 81, 436; Horace Delong, 318, 111; Hoyt Cagle, 411; William Headrick, 110, 215; Jack Corley, 123b, 328.

RECESS.

The class reassembled with Jesse Roberts leading song on page 242. Leaders: Dollie Hudgins, 108, 82; Everette Denney, 405, 335; E. C. Bowen. 385; Faye Pettis, 383, 410; Bobby Cagle, 78, 283; Cindy Garrison, 294, 33b; Henry Zittrouer, 75, 40; Richard DeLong, 419, 260.

RECESS.

After recess the convention continued with Helen Bryson leading song on page 43. Leaders: Matt DeLong, 206, 329; Janice Paulk, 227, 518; A memorial lesson was held. This past March at the Grogia State Convention, during the memorial lesson, Hugh McGraw made a point of reminding us that we must face the fact that Sacred Harp music is dying out - at least in this part of the county. With this in mind, the memorial tributes that we hold for our loved ones become more and more heart wrenching. Death is truly multi-faceted. This morning we sang the song that says, " Death is the gate of endless joy and yet we dread to enter there". We, through our love, and our selfishness; however, desparately cling to our relatives and friends, until finally our Lord calls each one home, leaving us with the precious memories. The acknowledgement of these memories is why the memorial lesson is such an integral part of the Sacred Harp Convention. Mary Lou Cagle read the names of the deceased. Bonnie Flowers then read a poem by Thomas Moore Entitled " Tis the Last Rose of Summer" and called attention to the solitary rose in a bouquet of Carnations. Kenneth DeLong led song on page 341 for Leola Wright and George Brumbelow. William Headrick led songs on pages 77, 127 and 106 for the sick and shut-ins.

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The afternoon session resumed with Jesse Roberts leading songs on pages 447 and 316. Leaders: Pennie Bosarge, 36, 136; Bonnie Flowers, 309, 47; David Grant, 546, 558; Shelbie Sheppard, 362, 553; Kenneth DeLong, 495, 442, 387; Charlene Wallace, 236, 268; Raymond Harmick, 486; Hugh McGraw, 263, 369; Wayne Day, 47, 35; Jessica , Ashley and Hannah Roberts, 358, 480; Richard and Matt DeLong, 454, 532.

RECESS.

Helen Bryson called the convention together leading song on page 234. During a short business session that followed, Oak Grove Church, near Alpharettaa, Gerogia, asked for and was granted the next session of this convention to be held on the fitfh Sunday and Satuday before in July 1988. Leaders: Jeff Sheppard, 232, 153; Mary Lou Cagle, 456, 340; Velma Johnson, 123, 565; Louise Buchanon, 569, 63; Mrs. Baker and Helen Bryson, 196, and 62 for the closing song. William Headrick closed the convention with prayer.

Chairman, Jesse Roberts; Vice Chairman, Helen Bryson; Secretary, Gertrude DeLong.

UNION MUSICAL CONVENTION

Oak Grove Church, near Alpharetta, Georgia

July 30, 31, 1988

The one hundred twentieth session of the Union Musical Convention was called to order by Jesse Roberts leading songs on pages 56b and 57. The opening prayer was led by E. C. Bowen. Helen Bryson led songs on pages 139 and 138b. The introductory lesson was led by Kenneth DeLong leading songs on pages 37b, 97, 96, 170, 171, 316 and 169. Leaders: E. C. Bowen, 217, 318; Loy Garrison, 186, 566; Cansada Weatherford, 565, 512; Jack Corley, 168, 215; Christine Garrison 569b, 490; Don Bowen, 75, 64; Winona Cagle, 159, 123. The class sang “Happy Birthday " to Hazel Cagle.

RECESS.

The convention was called together by Jesse Roberts leading song on page 163. Leaders: Elder Roy Davis, 348, 481. On Orderly motion the class held the business session to elect officers as follows: Chairman, Helen Bryson; Vice Chairman, Richard DeLong; Secretary, Hazel Cagle; Chaplain, Elder Roy Davis; Arranging and Finance Committee, Kenneth DeLong and Jesse Roberts; Memorial Committee, Mary Lou Cagle, Janice

Paulk and Fay Pettis. The business session was left open until Sunday afternoon. Leaders: Elder Charles Cagle, 61; Daniel Hudson, 343, 206; Horace DeLong, 434, 192; Kim Cagle, 460, 155; Everette Denney, 47, 63; Elder Lane Weaver, 35, 36b.

DISMISSED FOR LUNCH.

The afternoon session of the convention continued with Helen Bryson leading songs on pages 91 and 68b. Leaders: Lydia McGraw, 40, 56; Kelley Smith, 112, 113; Margie Smith, 108, 313; Mr. and Mrs. Paul Pettis, 39b, 128; Ed Smith, 214, 222; Delores McGraw, 110, 448; Felton Denney, 489, 120; Janice Paulk, 227, 46; Hugh McGraw, 32, 449; Jimmy Denney, 49b, 111; B. M. Smith, 376, 273.

RECESS.

Richard DeLong called the convention together leading songs on pages 271 and 312. Leaders: Hannah and Ashley Roberts, 354, 358; Bobby Cagle, 43; Fay Pettis, 455, 380; Susie Hardeman, 235, 75; Velma Johnson, 491, 498; Reuben Ball, 499, 544. Helen Bryson led song on page 276 as the closing song. The class dismissed with prayer by Elder Roy Davis.

SUNDAY, JULY 31.

On Sunday morning the convention was called to order by Helen Bryson leading songs on pages 145 and 85. The morning prayer was led by Daniel Hudson. Richard DeLong led songs on pages 374 and 333. Leaders: Dollie Hudgins, 82, 343; Eva Reaves, 119, 127; Mary Lou Cagle, 299, 456; Revy Williamson, 182, 208; Kim Calge, 186, 176; Carlene Griffin, 171, 224; Gertrude Bateman, 373, 496; Jessica Roberts, 300, 354; Jack Paulk, 565, 569b; Daniel Hudson, 482, 205; Kelley Smith, 37b, 39; Christine Garrison, 285, 45.

RECESS

The convention continued with Helen Bryson leading songs on pages 282 and 532. Leaders: Bobby Cagle, 283, 46; Cindy Garrison Couch, 480, 294; Hoyt Cagle, 411,542; Paul Mulkie, 414, 445; Velma Johnson, 441, 49b. The convention paused a few minutes for the memorial lesson. Mary Lou Cagle read the following: "Come let us join our friends above. That have obtained the prize. And on the eagle wings of love, To Joy celestial rise. Let all the saints terrestrial sing, with those to glory gone. For all the servants of our King. In Heaven and earth are one. One family we dwell in him. One church above beneath. Though now divided by the stream, the narrow stream of death. One army of the living God. To his command we bow. Part of the host have crossed the flood, And part are crossing now." We have been fortunate that since our session at Ebenezer Church last year, we have only five names on our list - Ruby DeLong, Mollie Cochran, Aaron Wright, D.T. White and Jim Ayers. We feel sad when those we love are touched by death's dark hand, but it would ease our sorrow more if we could but understand that death is just a gateway that all men must pass through; and on the other side of death, is a world that's bright and new. Our loved ones wait to welcome us to a land that's free from tears, where joy becomes eternal and time is not counted by years. Kenneth DeLong led songs on pages 75b, 114 and 410. We want to remember our shut- ins William Headrick and Ellavee Mann. Jesse Roberts led song on page 454 for them. Daniel Hudson closed the memorial lesson with prayer.

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Richard DeLong began the afternoon of singing by leading songs on pages 306 and 419. Leaders: Doug Allison, 360, 335; Horace DeLong, 436, 384; Joyce Harrison, 236, 320; Elder Lane Weaver, 200, 47; Charlene Wallace, 197, 324; Don Clark, 112, 442; Janice Paulk, 517, 518; Hugh McGraw, 449, 448b; Raymond Hamrick, 28, 515; Oscar McGuire, 155, 336. The convention continued with the business not completed on Saturday. Camp Creek Church, Lilburn, Georgia asked for and was granted membership in this convention. They then asked to entertain this convention next year. On orderly motion the convention agreed to met with Camp Creek Church on the fifth Sunday and Saturday before in July 1989. Business closed. Helene Byrson, 196.

RECESS.

The singing resumed with Helen Bryson leading song on page 328. Leaders: Kenneth Smith, 44, 240; Fay Pettis, 434, 377; Loy Garrison, 83, 143; Martha Stegar, 198, 275; Winona Cagle, 235; Reuben Ball, 318; Cansada Weatherford, 566. Helen Bryson and Richard DeLong closed the convention by leading song on page 52. Daniel Hudson dismissed with prayer.

Chairman, Helen Bryson; Vice Chairman, Richard DeLong; Secretary, Hazel Cagle.

UNION MUSICAL CONVENTION

Camp Creek Church, Lilburn, Georgia

July 29, 30, 1989

The one hundred twenty - first session of the Union Musical Convention was called to order by Helen Bryson leading song on page 59. The morning prayer was offered by Elder C. A. Keeton. Helen Bryson, after a few words of welcome, led song on page 145. The introductory lesson was led by Richard DeLong leading the following songs, 57, 50, 74, 91, 333, 385, 385b and 65. Leaders: Don Bowen, 32, 31b; Don Clark, 36b, 155; Kim Cagle, 137, 454; Laura Allison, 35, 128; E. C. Bowen, 510, 570: Emily Calhoun,354; Everett Denney, 335, 569b; Elder C. A. Keeton, 168, 341; Martha Ann Stegar, 85, 84.

RECESS.

Helen Bryson called the convention together leading songs on pages 102 and 340. Leaders: Olin Gresham, 452, 323b. On orderly motion the convention entered the business session. The following officers were elected: Chairman, Helen Bryson; Vice Chairman, Richard DeLong; Secretary, Hazel Cagle; Chaplain, William Headrick; Arranging and Finance Commitees: Susan Roberts, William Headrick and Kenneth DeLong, alternate. Kim Cagle was appointed to the Finance only. Memorial Committee, Jetha Brooks, Dollie Hudgins and Kenneth DeLong. The business session was left open until Sunday. Leaders: Kenneth DeLong, 402, 572; William Headrick, 209, 148; B. M. Smith, 171, 81; Violet Thomason, 318, 218; Dollie Hudgins, 343, 75; Jack Corley, 300, 328; Eva Reeves, 119, 127; Margie Smith, 56, 101.

DISMISSED FOR LUNCH.

The convention was called to order for the afternoon session by Richard DeLong leading songs on pages 545 and 571. Leaders: Horace DeLong, 348, 434; Wayne Day, 45; Hugh McGraw, 37, 74b: Faye Pettis, 542, 380, 383; Hazel Cagle, 422, 269; Mary West, 63, 34; Hannah, Jessica and Ashley Roberts, 65, 358; Jesse Roberts, 216, 217; Helen Bryson, 532, 278b by request.

RECESS.

The singing continued with Jesse Roberts leading song on page 213. Leaders: Violet Thomason, 143; Don Clark, 38b; Kim Cagle, 460; Emily Calhoun, 339; Everett Denney, 276; Martha Ann Stegar, 490; Olin Gresham, 147; William Headrick, 141; Kenneth DeLong, 316. Helen Bryson and Richard DeLong led song on page 69 as the closing song. The convention was dismissed with prayer by William Headrick.

SUNDAY, JULY 30

The convention was called to order on Sunday by the Chairman, Helen Bryson leading songs on pages 43 and 32. Prayer was led by William Headrick. Helen Bryson led songs on pages 299 and 268. Richard DeLong then led song on page 41 and 374. Leaders: Kim Cagle, 100, 176b; E. C. Bowen, 283, 517; Jack Corley, 123b, 300; Don Bowen, 59, 61; Everett Denney, 72b, 489; Laura Allison, 68b; Susan Currey, 107, 142; Don Clark, 182, 436; Horace Delong, 111b,384; Dollie Hudgins, 82, 123; William Headrick, 426, 328.

RECESS.

Helen Bryson brought the class to order leading song on page 64. Leaders: Faye Pettis, 455, 236; Berta Hanson, 290, 490; Verna Williams, 37b, 235; Lois Stanson, 99, 298; Jeff Sheppard, 439, 149 for Ruby Gibson; Charlene Wallace, 276, 479. At this time Kenneth DeLong conducted the memorial lesson, leading song on page 569b for Geneva Davis, Daniel Hudson, Elavee Mann, Cordell Wade and Homer Campbell. Jesse Roberts led 387 for these shut-ins: Allen Lambert, Vera Gresham, Elmer and Velma Johnson, Hoyt and Mary Lou Cagle, Mae DeLong, Betty Womack, Elder Shirley Kelley and Josie Bell Avery. Richard DeLong led song on page 385 for Elavee Mann. The memorial lesson was closed with prayer by William Headrick.

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The afternoon session was brought together by Helen Bryson leading songs on pages 137, 136 and 45. Leaders: Kenneth DeLong, 408, 530; Shelbie Sheppard, 42, 528; Stanley Smith, "Clark" (a new song he had composed), 365; Bonnie Flowers, 362. The convention continued the business session which was left open on Saturday. Chairman thanked Camp Creek Church for the support, lunch, etc. and thanks to all visitors who attended. Ebenezer Church, Dunwoody, Georgia asked for and was granted this convention for 1990, to be held on the fifth Sunday and Saturday before in July. Happy Birthday was sung to Hazel Cagle. Helen Bryson announced her engagement to Ross Craig. After the wedding in April she will probably be moving to Seattle, Washington. On orderly motion, the business session was closed. Leaders: Tom Hanson, 37, 36b; Carol Hanson, 155, 222; Hugh McGraw, 567, 515; Revy Williamson 269, 430; Carlene Griffin, 448b, 566; Richard DeLong, 419, 359; Hannah and Ashley Roberts, 480, 119.

RECESS.

The convention resumed with Hannah and Ashley Roberts leading song on page 358. Leaders: Jesse Roberts, 234, 203, 512; Olein Gresham, 159; Hazel Cagle, 543, 291; Lyn Rann, 143, 341; Carlton Wood, 313, 340; Alice West, 146, 285. After the announcements, Helen Bryson and Richard DeLong led song on page 62. The convention was closed with prayer by William Headrick.

Chairman, Helen Bryson; Vice Chairman, Richard DeLong; Secretary, Hazel Cagle.

UNION MUSICAL CONVENTION

Ebenezer Church, Dunwoody, Georgia

July 28, 29, 1990

The one hundred twenty-second session of the Union Musical Convention was called to order by Helen Bryson Craig leading songs on pages 59 and 71. The opening prayer was offered by E. C. Bowen. The chairman then led song on page 49b. The Vice Chairman, Richard DeLong led songs on pages 60, 32, and 138b. The Introductory Lesson was led by Ted Mercer, Chicago, leading the following songs, 61, 205, 101b and 39b. Kenneth DeLong led 441 and 402. Leaders: Kim Cagle, 36b, 63; Hugh McGraw, 278b, 271, 270, 490; Jeff Sheppard, 276, 209, 197; Hazel Cagle, 424, 301, 400; B. M. Smith, 384, 273, 182.

RECESS.

Helen Bryson Craig called the convention together leading song on page 328. On orderly motion the convention held a short business session to arrange for the two days of singing. The following officers were elected: Chairman, Richard DeLong; Vice Chairman, Ted Mercer; Secretary, Hazel Cagle; Chaplain, E. C. Bowen. The officers appointed the following committees: Finance and Locating Committee, Jesse Roberts and Faye Pettis; Memorial Committee: Helen Bryson Craig and Susan Roberts; Arranging Committee, Dollie Hudgins. The businees will be completed on Sunday afternoon. Leaders: Helen Bryson Craig, 172; Don Bowen, 155, 448b; Junie Wooten, 100, 285; Shelbie Sheppard, 277, 332; Charlene Wallace, 107, 268, 327; Horace DeLong, 340, 318; Margie Smith, 569b, 108.

DISMISSED FOR LUNCH.

The convention continued in the afternoon with Richard DeLong leading song on page 202. Leaders: Martha Stegar, 275, 40, 236; Jessica Roberts, 148, 69, 84; Shirley Ellis, 280, 551, 460; Hannah and Ashley Roberts, 358, 73b, 354; E. C. Bowen 212, 208, 316; Loy Garrison, 317, 104, 99; Jesse Roberts, 193, 378b, 260. Richard DeLong led song on page 542 for Hoyt Cagle. He and Mary Loy atteded the singing in the afternoon after having missed many singings due to his illness.

RECESS.

The convention resumed singing with Ted Mercer leading song on page 121. Leaders: Jack Corley, 168, 215, 383; Frances Connell, 220, 518, 89; for her father; Robert Kendrick, 343, 153; Chris Connell, 61, 45; Richard DeLong and Ted Mercer led sang on pages 323 as the closing song. The class was dismissed with prayer by E. C. Bowen.

Sunday, July 29

On Sunday, the convention was called to order by Richard DeLong leading songs on pages 57 and 60. E. C. Bowen offered the morning prayer. Richard DeLong then led song on page 370. Ted Mercer then led songs on pages 68, 72 and 77. Hazel Cagle, 73, 337, 369. Leaders: Don Bowen, 283, 198, 517; Junie Wooten 480, 143; Doug Allison, 277, 385; Kenneth DeLong, 365, 572, 171; Eva Reeves, 119, 127; Shane Ellis, 323b, 112, 454; Jeff Sheppard, 29b, 185, 184.

RECESS.

The convention was called together by Ted Mercer leading song on page 67. Leaders: Helen Bryson Craig, 102, 195, 196; Hugh McGraw 105, 93, 449; Kim Cagle, 186, 176b; Charlene Wallace, 385b, 383; Janice Paulk, 478, 446, 22; Laurie Allison, 96, 128; Shelbie Sheppard, 296, 518.

DISMISSED FOR LUNCH.

In the afternoon the convention continued with song on page 419 led by Richard DeLong. Leaders; Jack Corley, 114, 121; Loy Garrison, 420, 482 for Daniel Hudson; Shirley Ellis, 192, 189; Cynthia Dean, 222, 236; E. C. Bowen, 527, 481; William Headrick, 208, 328, 426b; Horace DeLong, 434, 384; Janet Sheppard, 49, 63. During the memorial lesson Susan Roberts read the words to the song on page 541. The song was then led by Jesse Roberts in memory of Elder C. A. Keeton and Elder William Cagle. Helen Bryson Craig led the following songs for the shut-ins: 565, for Velma and Elmer Johnson; 217 for Hoyt and Mary Lou Cagle. The Memorial lesson was closed with prauer by E. C. Bowen.

RECESS.

The convention continued with Richard DeLong leading song on page 153. Leaders: Rachael Carlisle, 137, 204; Jesse Roberts, 320, 142, 380; Mark King, 159, 81; Dollie Hudgins, 61. The business lesson was continued from Saturday. The Finance Commitee gave the report: Big Greek Primitive Baptist Church, Alpharetta, Gerogia asked for and was granted this convention for 1991 to be held on the fifth Sunday and Saturday before in September. Business ended. Leaders: Becky Almon, 170; Robert Kendrick, 123. Those who wished took the parting hand as Richard DeLong and Ted Mercer led song on page 62. The convention was closed with prayer by Robert Kendrick.

Chairman, Richard DeLong; Vice Chairman, Ted Mercer; Secretary, Hazel Cagle

N.B.: The date says 1992, but it's 1991

UNION MUSICAL CONVENTION

Big Creek Church, near Alpharetta, Georgia

September 28,29, 1992

The one hundred twenty-third session of the Union Musical Convention was called to order by Richard DeLong leading songs on pages 32, 58 and 60. The morning prayer was offered by Elder Roy Davis. Richard DeLong then led song on page 27. The Vice Chairman, Ted Mercer led song on pages 61, 39, 88b. Secretary, Hazel Cagle, 399b, 52, 41. The Introductory lesson was led by Kenneth DeLong leading songs on pages 295, 179, 171,424, 511 and 316. Leaders: Dollie Hudgins, 82,123; Faye Pettis, 340, 434; Richard Whately, 108, 335, 274; Helen Bryson Craig, 139, 535b, 269.

RECESS.

The convention continued with Richard DeLong leading song on page 182. On orderly motion the convention entered in a business session with the following officer elected: Chairman, Ted Mercer; Vice Chairman, Kim Cagle, Secretary, Hazel Cagle; Arranging Committee, Richard DeLong; Locating Committee, Loy Garrison and Kenneth Delong; Memorial Committee, Helen Bryson Craig and Faye Pettis; Finance Committee, Richard Whatley and Jesse Roberts. The remainder of the business will be conducted on Sunday. Ted Mercer led song on page 77. Leaders: Eva Reeves, 127, 119; Junie Wootten, 480, 341; Velma Johnson, 147, 569b, 565, , 285; Elder Roy Davis, 108b,138b.

DISMISSSED FOR LUNCH.

Ted Mercer called the convention together leading song on page 145. Leaders: Jack Corley, 121, 290; David McGukin, 214, 122, 432; Judy Hauff, 74, 102, 418; Jesse Roberts, 320, 195, 319; Kathleen Kuiper, 332, 278, 163; Carolyn Deacy, 217, 148, 299; Lisa Grayson, 384, 385, 222; Horace DeLong, 192, 348, 45; Richard DeLong, 153.

RECESS.

The Convention was called together by Kim Cagle leading song on page 100. Leaders: Violet Thomason, 143, 189, 343; Loy Garrison, 513 for Clint Haley, 498 for Hoyt and Mary Lou Cagle, 74; Ashley Roberts, 40, 268, 318; Hannah Roberts, 300, 313, 388; Doug Allison, 150, 360, 312; Jessica Roberts, 209, 128, 454; J. C. Moore, 75: William Headrick, 146, Faye Pettis, 358. The Chairman and Vice Chairman led the closing song on page 323. The convention was dismissed with prayer by Elder Roy David.

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 29

The Convention was called together on Sunday by Ted Mercer leading song on page 31b. Kenneth DeLong led the morning prayer. Kim Cagle led song on pages 155 and 63. Leaders: Faye Pettis, 410, 376; Loy Garrison 11b, 566; Richard Whatley, 48, 148, 159; Reuben Ball, 318, 204; Jack Paulk, 147, 544b; Jack Corley, 123b, 328; Bonnie Flowers, 68b,309; Sue Curry, 327, 47; Diane Walls, 217,312b; Janice Paulk, 477, 498; Dollie Hudgins, 343, 108.

RECESS.

Ted Mercer brought the class to order leading songs on pages 345b and 345. Leaders: Kenneth DeLong, 572, 250; Hannah Roberts, 276, 35; Kathleen Kuiper, 29, 176; Helen Bryson Craig, 31, 240; Eva Reeves, 335, 339; Hazel Cagle, 436, 546; Martha Ann Stegar, 84, 85; Jessica Roberts, 168, 142. The Memorial lesson was held at this time. Helen Bryson Craig read a beautiful poem about our "Sailing Ships" and then added some befitting remarks. She sang song on page 430 for these shut-ins: From Kansas, Blanche Middleton; From Chicago, Paul Henderson and Melanie Hauff; From Dunwoody, Ga., Hoyt and Mary Lou Cagle. Faye Pettis spoke of those she remembered and what Sacred Harp means to her as- well - as all others who love this music. She led songs on pages 235 and 391 for these deceased singers and lovers of Sacred Harp. From Chicago, Martin Rubinstein, Edith Robb and Paul Cassidy; From Georgia, Luda Mae Cowart.

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The afternoon session resumed with Kim Cagle leading song on page 32. Carolyn Deacy, 114, 290; Matthew DeLong, 530, 175; Hugh McGraw, 531; Judy Hauff, 201, 283; Jesse Roberts, 455, 277; Lisa Grayson, 428, 89; Ashley Roberts, 222, 480; Richard DeLong, 421, 419; Elder Lewis Norton, 45. 490; The class sing "Happy Birthday"; The balance of the business was handled at this time. Convention heard from the Finance Committee and then the Locating Committee. The Convention granted the next session to Oak Grove Primitive Baptist Church, near Alpharetta, Georgia on the fifth Sunday and Satuday before in August, 1992. End of business.

RECESS.

The convention was called together by Ted Mercer leading song on page 170. Leaders: Alice West, 73, 73b; J. C. Moore, 52; Rose White, 128, 107; William Headrick, 426, 434: Violet Thomason, 200, 218; Horace DeLong, 460, 384; Mary Palmer Thrice, 532, 454; Henry Cook, 56, 138; Robert Kendrick, 354, 153; Ted Mercer and Kim Cagle led song on page 62 as the closing song. The Convention was dismissed with prayer by Elder Lewis Norton.

Chairman, Ted Mercer; Vice Chairman, Kim Cagle; Secretary, Hazel Cagle.

UNION MUSICAL CONVENTION

Oak Grove Chruch, near Alpharetta, Georgia

August 29, 30, 1992

The one hundred twenty-fourth annual session of the Union Musical Convention was called to order by Chairman, Ted Mercer leading songs on pages 27, 33b and 32. The opening prayer was offered by E.C. Bowen. Vice Chairman, Kim Cagle led songs on pages 155 and 63. Connie Karduck was asked to lead the introductory lesson. She used the following songs on pages 28, 87, 454, 494, 131b and 456. Leaders: Bobby Cagle, 78, 43; Loy Garrison, 99, 498; Elder Charles Cagle, 123; Kenneth Delong, 538, 556; E. C. Bowen, 381b, 493; Lee Rogers, 224, 344.

RECESS.

Ted Mercer called the convention together leading song on page 52. On orderly motion, the convention conducted the business lesson. Officer's elected were: Chairman, Ted Mercer; Vice Cahirman, Secretary, Hazel Cagle; Chaplain, Elder Charles Cagle; Arranging Committee, Judy Mincey and Richard DeLong; Finance Committee, Jesse Roberts and Loy Garrison; Memorial Committee, Helen Bryson; Locating Committee, Kenneth DeLong and Jack Corley. Business session closed until Sunday. Leaders: Judy Mincey, 569; Helen Bryson, 217, 501; Jack Corley, 123b, 300; Hannah Roberts, 497, 203; Susie Hardeman, 569b, 58; Ashley Roberts, 196, 128; Hugh McGraw, 119, 319 for Eva Reeves; Jessica Roberts, 328, 139; Richard DeLong, 121, 492.

DISMISSED FOR LUNCH.

The afternoon session resumed with Kim Cagle leading song on page 176b. Leaders: Merle Bates, 108, 136; Charlene Wallace, 79, 171; Jesse Roberts, 228, 145; Horace DeLong, 192, 384; Winona Cagle, 490, 544; Don Bowen, 34b, 77b; Ray Richards, 73b, 354b; Russ Hanson, 45, 72b; Reuben Ball, 318, 499; Carlton Wood, 340, 457; Hazel Cale, 269, 543.

RECESS.

The class was brought together with Kim Cagle leading song on page 373. Leaders: Judy Mincey, 175; Jesse Roberts, 273; Helen Bryson, 178; Connie Karduck, 176; Lee Rogers, 101; Jessica Roberts, 117; Hannah Roberts, 163; Kenneth DeLong, 503; Ashley Roberts, 82; Don Bowen, 354. The chairman led song on page 46 and the class was dismissed with prayer by Elder Charles Cagle.

SUNDAY, AUGUST 30

On Sunday, the convention was called to order by Ted Mercer, leading songs on pages 48 and 59. Elder Charles Cagle led the morning prayer. Kim Cagle led songs on pages 186 and 460. Leaders: Loy Garrison, 70, 330; Connie Karduck, 69, 81; Bobby Cagle, 68b,283; Lee Rogers, 31b, 409; Jack Corley, 108b, 110; Hazel Cagle, 297, 436; Kenneth DeLong, 461 475; Charlene Wallace, 99; E. C. Bowen, 348b, 420; Helen Bryson, 299, 347; Hugh McGraw, 510, 348.

Recess.

The convention was called together by Ted Mercer leading song on page 352. Leaders: Kim Cagle, 441, 137; Dollie Hudgins, 81, 378; Elder Charles Cagle, 145; Don Bowen, 66, 350; Winona Cagle, 566, 43; Reuben Ball, 497, 565; William Headrick, 542, 496. At this time, Helen Bryson conducted the Memorial Lesson. Those deceased lovers and/or singers from Georgia were: Elder W. S. Kelley, Mae DeLong, Elder Talmadge Pruitt, Sara Cagle and Hoyt Cagle. From Alabama: Leman Brown and Wynelle Birchfield; From Texas, Helene Beard. For these, Hugh McGraw led songs on pages 97 and 94. For the Shut-ins: Eva Reeves, Mae Moon and Violet Thomason, songs on pages 289 and 379 were led by Charlene Wallace. Helen Bryson read from Eccles. Chapter 3. A special service was held for Hoyt Cagle. Kenneth DeLong recalled his fond memories and how faithful Hoyt was to singers and singings every where and ended by singing song on page 503. Richard DeLong spoke of his dedication and recalled his being always on the front seat. Richard led songs on pages 341 and 544. Mr. Bowen shared an incident that occurred on one of the bus trips. Richard DeLong presented to Mary Lou Cagle the plaque from the Sacred Harp Publishing Company. The Memorial Lesson was closed with prayer by Elder Charles Cagle.

DISMISSED FOR LUNCH.

After lunch the convention resumed with Kim Cagle leading song on page 100. Leaders: Richard Delong, 407, 548; Hannah Roberts, 384, 107; Ray Richards, 108, 111b; Ashley Roberts, 344, 117; Jesse Roberts, 528, 390, 516; Jessica Roberts, 332, 209; Merle Bates, 445, 282; Carlton Wood, 313, 457. On orderly motion the business session continued from Saturday. The Locating Committee reported that Camp Creek Primitive Baptist Church, Lilburn, Geroga had asked for the Convention. The convention was granted them the next session to be held on the fifth Sunday and Saturday before in August, 1993. The Finance Committee made there report. End of business session.

RECESS.

Ted Mercer called the convention together leading song on page 131. Leaders: Judy Mincey, 77b, 31; Connie Karduck, 464; Mary Lou Cagle, 208, 498; Jr. Cagle, 28b; Jesse Roberts, 215, 73; Mike Castleberry, 235; Ashley , Hannah and Jessica Roberts, 58, 178. The chairman and Vice Chairman led song on page 62 as the closing song. The Convention was dismissed with prayer by Elder Charles Cagle.

Chairman, Ted Mercer; Vice Chairman, Kim Cagle; Secretary, Hazel Cagle.

UNION MUSICAL CONVENTION

Camp Creek Primitive Baptist Church

August 28-29, 1993

The one hundred twenty-fifth session of the Union Musical Convention was called to order by Ted Mercer leading songs on pages 42, 47, and 37b. The morning prayer was led by Kenneth DeLong, he then led the Introductory lesson using songs on pages 493b,437b, 152, 229, 171, and 402. Leaders: Laurie Allison, 108, 335; Loy Garrison, 317, 391b; Jimmy Denney, 30, 101; Lee Rogers, 41, 297; Jack Smith, 155, 480; Violet Thomason, 275b, 300; Judy Mincey, 31, 566; Richard DeLong, 567, 214.

RECESS.

Ted Mercer called the class to order leading song on page 135. A motion from the floor opened the business session. New officers elected were: Chairman, Helen Bryson, Vice Chairman, Kenneth DeLong; Secretary, Judy Mincey; Chaplain, Jesse Roberts; Arranging Committee Susan Roberts and Richard DeLong; Memorial Committee, Lee Rogers and Shelbie Sheppard; Locating and Finance Committee, Kenneth DeLong and Jack Corley. Helen Bryson then led song on page 213. Leaders: Doug Allison, 100, 278; Mark Bumgardener, 569b, 159; Everette Denney, 34b, 49b; Jeff Sheppard, 35 461; Margie Dietz, 89, 32; Hannah Roberts, 69, 352; B. M. Smith, 77b, 273.

DISMISSED FOR LUNCH.

The afternoon session was brought to order by Helen Bryson and Ellen Nash leading songs on pages 77 and 76b. Leaders: Shelbie Sheppard,510, 38b; Horace DeLong, 192, 384; Sandra Wilkenson, 405, 282; Jack Corley, 123b, 290; Tom Hanson, 515b, 146; Ashley Roberts, 460, 501b; Sadie Wilkenson, 313; Don Bowen 556, 228; Jessie Roberts, 553, 327; Howell Sorrell, 196, 543.

RECESS.

The class resumed singing with Helen Bryson leading song on page 145. Leaders: Kelly Morris, 490, 84; Berta Hanson, 123, 129; Alice West, 294, 441; Joan Durden, 114; Don Bailey, 112, 401; Ed Gorsauch, 211, 558; Jessie Roberts, 403; Helen Bryson led song on page 332 as the closing song. Jessie Roberts dismissed the class with prayer.

SUNDAY, AUGUST 29

On Sunday morning the class was brought to order by Helen Bryson leading songs on pages 46, 59 and 62. Elder Charles Chapman led the morning prayer. Leaders: Richlard Whatley, 31, 207; Lee Rogers 270, 540; Doug Allison, 71, 178; Raymond Hamrick, 231, 182; Faye Pettis, 383, 384; Kelly Morris, 147, 159; Berta Hanson, 36b, 490; Junie Wootten, 480, 162.

RECESS.

Kenneth DeLong called the class to order leading song on page 176. Leaders: Loy Garrison, 503, 74b; Ashley Roberts, 112, 56b; Dolly Hudgins, 82, 343; Hannah Roberts, 481, 544; Laurie Allison, 58, 128. The memorial lesson was held at this time with Lee Rogers making a short talk. Richard DeLong led songs on pages 43, and 348 for the Georgia deceased: Gary DeLong and E. C. Bowen. Jeff Sheppard led 129 and 97 for the Alabama Deceased: Zera Tollison, Noah Lacy, Leonard Lacy, Henry Johnson, Curtis McLendon and Preston Crider. Helen Bryson led 358 especially for Bill Laminack who was a patient of her's and 542 for all the sick and shut-ins, Eva Reeves, Jerry and Mozelle Shappard, Alvin and Lois Stanson, Ruby Gibson, Al Frank and Mary Morris. Leaders; Susan Roberts, 117, 108'; Helen Bryson, 46.

DISMISSED FOR LUNCH.

The class reconvened for the afternoon session with Ted Mercer leading songs on pages 145b and 144. Leaders: Judy Mincey, 501, 50; Shelbie Sheppard, 484, 29b; Jack Corley, 121, 168; Laura Ackerman, 543, 533; Jessie Roberts. 538, 316; Jeff Sheppard, 571, 492; Richard DeLong, 464, 553; Ted Mercer, 406, 48b; Helen Bryson. 45.

RECESS.

Helen Bryson brought the class together leading song on page 569b. A motion was made to go into a business session. Reports were accepted from the Finance Committee and the Locating Committee. The 126th session of the Union Musical Convention was granted to Elbenezer Primitive Baptist Church in Dunwooy, Georgia July 30 and 31, 1994. The business closed and Helen Bryson led song on page 91. Leaders: Louis Cox 75; Jack Smith, 145, 107; Dan Bailey, 47, 84; Jeanette DePoy and Doug Allison, 63, 159; John Roark, 72b; Don Bowen, 494, 303, 77b; Alice West, 66, 565; Pat Meyers, 236; Hannah Roberts, 319; Ashley Roberts, 38b, 318. The class was closed with song on page 62 and all who wished took the parting hand. Jessie Roberts dismissed the convention with prayer.

Chairman, Helen Bryson; Vice Chairman, Kenneth DeLong; Secretary, Judy Mincey.

UNION MUSICAL CONVENTION

Ebernezer Primitive Baptist Church, Dunwoday, Georgia

July 30, 31, 1994

The one hundred and twenty sixth session of the Union Musical Convention was called to order by Chairman, Helen Bryson leading songs on pages 34b and 75. Morning prayer was led by Kenneth DeLong. Kenneth DeLong led songs on pages 303 and 217; Judy Mincey, 510, 47; Richard DeLong led the introductory lesson with songs on pages 57, 60,332, 316, 454, 368. Leaders: Don Bowen, 270,384; Kim Cagle, 186, 176b ; Andy Morris, 117, 146; Loy Garrison, 531b, 50b.

RECESS.

Helen Bryson called the convention together leading song on page 495. Leaders: Dan Bailey, 26, 145; Janette McCoy, 65, 277; Martha Ann Stegar, 228, 268; John Pluckett, 71, 479; Frances De Andria and Mary Jane, 480, 159; Violet Thomason, 143, 189; Ashley Roberts, 182, 212. On Orderly motion the convention held the business session . Officers elected were. Chairman, Helen Bryson; Vice Chairman, Kenneth DeLong, Secretary, Hazel Cagle. Helen Bryson led songs on pages 287, 331.

DISMISSED FOR LUNCH.

The class resumed singing with Helen Bryson leading song on page 162. The chairman announced the following committees; Arranging Committee, Richard DeLong and Susan Roberts; Finance Committee, Kim Cagle and Don Bowen; Locating Committee, Richard Whatley and Loy Garrison; Memorial Committee, Hazel Cagle and Lee Rogers. Chaplain, Elder Jessie Roberts. Leaders: Daphene Causey, 91, 291; Hannah Roberts, 504,503; Jack Corley, 129, 215; Jennifer Collins, 52, 178; Elder Jesse Roberts, 225b, 430; Charlene Wallace, 349, 421; Cathey White, 155, 324; Janice Paulk, 494, 530; Dollie Hudgins, 61, 343; Horace DeLong, 45, 460.

RECESS.

The class resumed singing with Helen Bryson leading song on page 148. Leaders: Reuben Ball, 4917, 348b; Richard Whatley, 147, 82; Lee Rogers, 96, 97; Faye Pettis, 153, 490. After announcements, Helen Bryson led song on page 46 as the closing song. The class was dismissed with prayer by Elder Jessie Roberts.

SUNDAY JULY 31.

The convention was called to order by Helen Bryson leading songs on pages 30, 102, and 350. Morning prayer was led by Hugh McGraw. The chairman announced that Mary Lou Cagle and B. M. Smith would serve on the Resolution Committee. Kenneth DeLong then led songs on pages 301 and 263. Leaders: Lee Rogers, 187, 486; Judy Mincey, 410, 180; Margie Dietz, 82b, 277; Kelley Morris, 49b, 159; Catherin Oss, 420, 192; Reuben Ball, 497, 318; Ashley Roberts, 181, 351.

RECESS.

The class was called togetherr by Helen Bryson leading song on page 306. Leaders: Margie Smith, 512, 373; Loy Garrison, 498, 74b; Ed Gorsuch, 318, 143; Peter Irving, 47b; Richard DeLong, 419, 407; Janice Paulk, 254. The memorial lesson was held at this time conducted by Lee Rogers. During her well chosen words, she stated that every singing is a memorial and that we should be an example for others to follow as were those before us. Richard DeLong led songs on pages 67 and 266 for following deceased: Louis Cox, T. H. Ross, Viola Hicks, Evelyn Dillashaw, Carlton Wood, Zera Mize, Margie Lacy, Ashley Ballinger, Toby North, Dana Jackson and Robert Aldridge. Elder Jesse Roberts led 76b for the sick and shut-ins, Eva Reeves, Virgil Phillips, Jr. Hudgins, Ethel Cook, Jerry and Mozelle Sheppard, John Bayhouse and Annette Blalock.

DISMISSED FOR LUNCH.

The afternoon session resumed with Helen Bryson leading songs on pages 66 and 269. Leaders: B. M. Smith, 485, 475; Tim Erickson, 48, 480; Bonnie Flowers, 299, 278b; Hugh McGraw, 567; Hannah Roberts 145b, 45; Falye Pettis, 229, 532; Elder Jesse Roberts, 548, 547; Kim Cagle, 32; Miriana Lousuic, 455, 268; Martha Ann Stegar, 327, 358.

RECESS.

The class was called together by Helen Bryson leading song on pages 204 and 501. Leaders: Don Bowen, 454, 282; Horace DeLong, 340, 111b; Susan Roberts, 319, 146; Jack Corley, 121, 328; Mike Castleberry, 354b; Dan Bailey, 569b, 183; Richard Whatley, 501, 207. The business session was held with the following reports: Finanical report: Elberezer Primitive Baptist Church declined any money and asked that any money left over be kept in the convention Fund. Resolutions Committee: We the members of this convention do extend our heartfelt thanks to Ebernezer Church for the kindness and hospitality shown to us during this convention. We thank those who served us the wonderful lunches. We thank the visitor for their support. May God bless you all. B. M. Smith and Mary Lou Cagle. Locating Committee; Richard Whatley stated that the convention was invited to sing next year at Simsonwood Methodist Retreat Center, Norcross, Georgia. This will be the the fifth Sunday and Saturday before in July 1995. End of business. After announcemtns Helen Bryson led on page 62 as the closing song. The class was dismissed with prayer by Elder Jesse Roberts.

Chairman, Helen Bryson; Vice Chairman, Kenneth DeLong; Secretary, Hazle Cagle.

Piedmont Park

Atlanta, Georgia

October 22, 1972

The first all day Sacred Harp Singing was held in the Pavillion area of Piedmont Park the fourth Sunday in October. Singing was begun with Hugh McGraw leading song on page 138. Prayer was led by J. C. Kendrick. The class was organized for the day by electing Hugh McGraw, Chairman; Secretary, Charlene Wallace; Arranging Committee Buford McGraw and J. C. Kendrick. Hugh McGraw then led song on page 158. Leaders called were: Jack Hicks, 58, 203; Debbie McGraw, 87, 235; Mark Thames, 380, 383; Delores McGraw, 142, 171; Sheri Hackney, 268, 56; Danny Griffin, 337, 394; Faye McGuire, 336, 436. WSB Radio newsman came out and taped some singing and interviewed Hugh McGraw to put on the radio Sunday. Mrs. Carolyn Beckmon Mann gave a welcome to everyone who came. Ed Wallace also made a short talk.

Recess.

Singing was resumed with Hugh McGraw leading song on page 145b. Leaders called were: Donna Johnson, 47b, 189; Jimmy Pointer, 143, 144; Mrs. J. C. Kendrick, 91, 240; Tennie McGraw, 314, 300; Buell Cobb, 467b, 270; Karen Henry, 155, 401; E. G. Akin, 452 in memory of Mrs. W. A. Bentley; Oscar McGuire, 198, 92; C. W. Haley, 46, 513; Belinda Cotton, 36b, 37b; Charlene Wallace, 147, 39b.

Dismissed for lunch.

After lunch the class was brought together by Hugh McGraw leading song on page 128. Others who led: Anthony Prichard, 133, 53; Mildred Dumas, 120, 72b; Harry Dumas, 479, 218; Gertrude Bateman, 157, 523; Wesley Haley, 273, 269; Susanne and Kelly Foster, 294, 445; Raymond Hamrick, 48, 159; Lovella Warren, 328, 428; Carolyn Mize, 358, 480; Lloyd Redding, 542, 522; William A. Bentley, 312, 73b; Carlene Griffin, 313, 371; Eugene Shelley, 32, 365.

Recess.

The class was brought back in session by Hugh McGraw leading song on page 45. Leaders: Preston Warren, 31, 386; Florice Akin, 106, 168; Ludie Lambert, 202, 216; Dan Brittain, 399b, 329; Revy Williamson, 212, 192; Earlis McGraw, 132, 566; Geneva Prichard, 373, 318; Allen Lambert, 274, 123; Grady Aderhold, 49b, 47; Zera and Kenneth Mize, 418, 340; J. J. Merrill, 457, 30; Tim Denny, 61, 101; Carlton Wood, 129, 78; Hugh McGraw, 126, 274b. Announcements were made and Ed Wallace stated that he had really enjoyed the singing and wished that everyone here could go to the Holy Land to sing. Hugh McGraw then led songs on pages 236 and 146. The class was dismissed with prayer by J. C. Kendrick.