The Franklin Democrat, Sep 24, 1909, page 5
FIFTIETH WEDDING ANNIVERSARY
Observed by Mr. and Mrs. Robert A. Alexander. Hundreds of Friends Call to Pay Their Respects and Offer Congratulations
Mr. and Mrs. R. A. Alexander observed their fiftieth wedding anniversary Monday by holding open house for receiving their friends during the hours from 5 to 7 o'clock in the afternoon and from 7 to 9 o'clock in the evening. Hundreds of friends called during these hours to pay their respects and extend cordial greetings. Many were the kind words and heart-felt congratulations extended to this excellent couple now entering upon the sunset of life.
No written invitations were given but simply the announcement made that the day would be observed and all who desired to come would be welcomed.
The numerous friends who responded to this general invitation bore ample testimony to the high esteem in which they were held.
The celebration of their anniversary was planned and executed by Mr. and Mrs. Arthur A. Alexander and was a delightful affair. Standing with them in the receiving line were Mr. and Mrs. Joshua Dean, of Petersburg. Mrs. Dean is the only sister of Mrs. Alexander, and she and her husband celebrated their golden wedding anniversary in December 1907.
Refreshments consisting of Neapolitan cream squares on which was a gold "A" in relief and white cake, were served. Souvenirs of white ribbon on which were printed in gold "1859 to 1909," were given each guest.
A matter of interest to all who called was the silk dress and gloves of Mrs. Alexander, and the tall silk "tile" of Mr. Alexander used on the occasion of their marriage fifty years ago. Both were well preserved, as were the bridal slippers of Mrs. Alexander.
On September 20, 1859, Mr. and Mrs. Alexander were married in the little frame house that still stands on the Axt lot on South Main street and just south of the bridge over Young's Creek. It was at the home of Mrs. Catherine Cochran, an aunt of the bride. Rev. James Ritchey, the pastor of Shiloh Cumberland Presbyterian church officiated.
Mrs. Alexander's maiden name was Sarepta E. Riley. She was the daughter of William E. and Rachel Shoemaker Riley and was born in Perry county this state. About two years previous to her marriage she had come to Franklin to attend school then held in an old seminary building standing on the present site of the Presbyterian church. She boarded with her aunt, Mrs. Cochran. Mrs. Ritchey, the wife of the pastor named above, was her teacher.
Mr. Alexander at this time was clerking in a hardware store located where Smith & Tilson now are. He had come from the farm on Young's creek west of town where he was born November 24, 1833, and taken a position with an uncle, Squire Alexander. His parents were George and Mary Alexander who were pioneers of this county. After a few years as clerk he purchased an interest in the business. Later he was a member of the firm Schofield & Alexander, finally having full charge of the store. Through careful and energetic business management he prospered and became the owner of many valuable business rooms in town as well as farms in different parts of the county. These he has remodeled and in most cases wholly rebuilt on old sites until it can be said that no other individual citizen has done so much toward the erection of the present business rooms in Franklin. For a number of years he was a director and vice-president of the Franklin National Bank where he had large holdings. More recently he transferred his stock to the Citizens National Bank of which he became President. Two years ago he resigned and was succeeded by his son, A. A. Alexander as President.
For forty years Mr. and Mrs. Alexander have lived at the present home. Two children were born to them, Miss Clara and Arthur A. Alexander. The daughter was married to Rev. T. N. Todd, but died subsequently leaving two children, Robert and Nancy who live with their grandparents.
During this long period Mr. and Mrs. Alexander have been identified with every good work for the welfare of the community socially and in a business way. Mr. Alexander for many years was on the board of directors of Franklin College, and of the Mutual Building & Loan Association of this city that has been so important a factor in helping so many citizens of Franklin to the ownership of their own homes.
In all these years both have been constantly engaged in charitable work but without ostentation, always preferring rather to do their deeds of charity quietly and for the good they would do. Many a needy home in Franklin during these years has received comforts from their hands not knowing whence they had come. These good deeds, and years of honest toil together in life's vineyard have been justly rewarded with a large measure of this world's happiness and prosperity.
[Provided by Mark McCrady #47714241 and Cathea Curry #47339429]
FIFTIETH WEDDING ANNIVERSARY
Observed by Mr. and Mrs. Robert A. Alexander. Hundreds of Friends Call to Pay Their Respects and Offer Congratulations
Mr. and Mrs. R. A. Alexander observed their fiftieth wedding anniversary Monday by holding open house for receiving their friends during the hours from 5 to 7 o'clock in the afternoon and from 7 to 9 o'clock in the evening. Hundreds of friends called during these hours to pay their respects and extend cordial greetings. Many were the kind words and heart-felt congratulations extended to this excellent couple now entering upon the sunset of life.
No written invitations were given but simply the announcement made that the day would be observed and all who desired to come would be welcomed.
The numerous friends who responded to this general invitation bore ample testimony to the high esteem in which they were held.
The celebration of their anniversary was planned and executed by Mr. and Mrs. Arthur A. Alexander and was a delightful affair. Standing with them in the receiving line were Mr. and Mrs. Joshua Dean, of Petersburg. Mrs. Dean is the only sister of Mrs. Alexander, and she and her husband celebrated their golden wedding anniversary in December 1907.
Refreshments consisting of Neapolitan cream squares on which was a gold "A" in relief and white cake, were served. Souvenirs of white ribbon on which were printed in gold "1859 to 1909," were given each guest.
A matter of interest to all who called was the silk dress and gloves of Mrs. Alexander, and the tall silk "tile" of Mr. Alexander used on the occasion of their marriage fifty years ago. Both were well preserved, as were the bridal slippers of Mrs. Alexander.
On September 20, 1859, Mr. and Mrs. Alexander were married in the little frame house that still stands on the Axt lot on South Main street and just south of the bridge over Young's Creek. It was at the home of Mrs. Catherine Cochran, an aunt of the bride. Rev. James Ritchey, the pastor of Shiloh Cumberland Presbyterian church officiated.
Mrs. Alexander's maiden name was Sarepta E. Riley. She was the daughter of William E. and Rachel Shoemaker Riley and was born in Perry county this state. About two years previous to her marriage she had come to Franklin to attend school then held in an old seminary building standing on the present site of the Presbyterian church. She boarded with her aunt, Mrs. Cochran. Mrs. Ritchey, the wife of the pastor named above, was her teacher.
Mr. Alexander at this time was clerking in a hardware store located where Smith & Tilson now are. He had come from the farm on Young's creek west of town where he was born November 24, 1833, and taken a position with an uncle, Squire Alexander. His parents were George and Mary Alexander who were pioneers of this county. After a few years as clerk he purchased an interest in the business. Later he was a member of the firm Schofield & Alexander, finally having full charge of the store. Through careful and energetic business management he prospered and became the owner of many valuable business rooms in town as well as farms in different parts of the county. These he has remodeled and in most cases wholly rebuilt on old sites until it can be said that no other individual citizen has done so much toward the erection of the present business rooms in Franklin. For a number of years he was a director and vice-president of the Franklin National Bank where he had large holdings. More recently he transferred his stock to the Citizens National Bank of which he became President. Two years ago he resigned and was succeeded by his son, A. A. Alexander as President.
For forty years Mr. and Mrs. Alexander have lived at the present home. Two children were born to them, Miss Clara and Arthur A. Alexander. The daughter was married to Rev. T. N. Todd, but died subsequently leaving two children, Robert and Nancy who live with their grandparents.
During this long period Mr. and Mrs. Alexander have been identified with every good work for the welfare of the community socially and in a business way. Mr. Alexander for many years was on the board of directors of Franklin College, and of the Mutual Building & Loan Association of this city that has been so important a factor in helping so many citizens of Franklin to the ownership of their own homes.
In all these years both have been constantly engaged in charitable work but without ostentation, always preferring rather to do their deeds of charity quietly and for the good they would do. Many a needy home in Franklin during these years has received comforts from their hands not knowing whence they had come. These good deeds, and years of honest toil together in life's vineyard have been justly rewarded with a large measure of this world's happiness and prosperity.
[Provided by Mark McCrady #47714241 and Cathea Curry #47339429]
The Franklin Democrat, Sep 24, 1909, page 5
FIFTIETH WEDDING ANNIVERSARY
Observed by Mr. and Mrs. Robert A. Alexander. Hundreds of Friends Call to Pay Their Respects and Offer Congratulations
Mr. and Mrs. R. A. Alexander observed their fiftieth wedding anniversary Monday by holding open house for receiving their friends during the hours from 5 to 7 o'clock in the afternoon and from 7 to 9 o'clock in the evening. Hundreds of friends called during these hours to pay their respects and extend cordial greetings. Many were the kind words and heart-felt congratulations extended to this excellent couple now entering upon the sunset of life.
No written invitations were given but simply the announcement made that the day would be observed and all who desired to come would be welcomed.
The numerous friends who responded to this general invitation bore ample testimony to the high esteem in which they were held.
The celebration of their anniversary was planned and executed by Mr. and Mrs. Arthur A. Alexander and was a delightful affair. Standing with them in the receiving line were Mr. and Mrs. Joshua Dean, of Petersburg. Mrs. Dean is the only sister of Mrs. Alexander, and she and her husband celebrated their golden wedding anniversary in December 1907.
Refreshments consisting of Neapolitan cream squares on which was a gold "A" in relief and white cake, were served. Souvenirs of white ribbon on which were printed in gold "1859 to 1909," were given each guest.
A matter of interest to all who called was the silk dress and gloves of Mrs. Alexander, and the tall silk "tile" of Mr. Alexander used on the occasion of their marriage fifty years ago. Both were well preserved, as were the bridal slippers of Mrs. Alexander.
On September 20, 1859, Mr. and Mrs. Alexander were married in the little frame house that still stands on the Axt lot on South Main street and just south of the bridge over Young's Creek. It was at the home of Mrs. Catherine Cochran, an aunt of the bride. Rev. James Ritchey, the pastor of Shiloh Cumberland Presbyterian church officiated.
Mrs. Alexander's maiden name was Sarepta E. Riley. She was the daughter of William E. and Rachel Shoemaker Riley and was born in Perry county this state. About two years previous to her marriage she had come to Franklin to attend school then held in an old seminary building standing on the present site of the Presbyterian church. She boarded with her aunt, Mrs. Cochran. Mrs. Ritchey, the wife of the pastor named above, was her teacher.
Mr. Alexander at this time was clerking in a hardware store located where Smith & Tilson now are. He had come from the farm on Young's creek west of town where he was born November 24, 1833, and taken a position with an uncle, Squire Alexander. His parents were George and Mary Alexander who were pioneers of this county. After a few years as clerk he purchased an interest in the business. Later he was a member of the firm Schofield & Alexander, finally having full charge of the store. Through careful and energetic business management he prospered and became the owner of many valuable business rooms in town as well as farms in different parts of the county. These he has remodeled and in most cases wholly rebuilt on old sites until it can be said that no other individual citizen has done so much toward the erection of the present business rooms in Franklin. For a number of years he was a director and vice-president of the Franklin National Bank where he had large holdings. More recently he transferred his stock to the Citizens National Bank of which he became President. Two years ago he resigned and was succeeded by his son, A. A. Alexander as President.
For forty years Mr. and Mrs. Alexander have lived at the present home. Two children were born to them, Miss Clara and Arthur A. Alexander. The daughter was married to Rev. T. N. Todd, but died subsequently leaving two children, Robert and Nancy who live with their grandparents.
During this long period Mr. and Mrs. Alexander have been identified with every good work for the welfare of the community socially and in a business way. Mr. Alexander for many years was on the board of directors of Franklin College, and of the Mutual Building & Loan Association of this city that has been so important a factor in helping so many citizens of Franklin to the ownership of their own homes.
In all these years both have been constantly engaged in charitable work but without ostentation, always preferring rather to do their deeds of charity quietly and for the good they would do. Many a needy home in Franklin during these years has received comforts from their hands not knowing whence they had come. These good deeds, and years of honest toil together in life's vineyard have been justly rewarded with a large measure of this world's happiness and prosperity.
[Provided by Mark McCrady #47714241 and Cathea Curry #47339429]
FIFTIETH WEDDING ANNIVERSARY
Observed by Mr. and Mrs. Robert A. Alexander. Hundreds of Friends Call to Pay Their Respects and Offer Congratulations
Mr. and Mrs. R. A. Alexander observed their fiftieth wedding anniversary Monday by holding open house for receiving their friends during the hours from 5 to 7 o'clock in the afternoon and from 7 to 9 o'clock in the evening. Hundreds of friends called during these hours to pay their respects and extend cordial greetings. Many were the kind words and heart-felt congratulations extended to this excellent couple now entering upon the sunset of life.
No written invitations were given but simply the announcement made that the day would be observed and all who desired to come would be welcomed.
The numerous friends who responded to this general invitation bore ample testimony to the high esteem in which they were held.
The celebration of their anniversary was planned and executed by Mr. and Mrs. Arthur A. Alexander and was a delightful affair. Standing with them in the receiving line were Mr. and Mrs. Joshua Dean, of Petersburg. Mrs. Dean is the only sister of Mrs. Alexander, and she and her husband celebrated their golden wedding anniversary in December 1907.
Refreshments consisting of Neapolitan cream squares on which was a gold "A" in relief and white cake, were served. Souvenirs of white ribbon on which were printed in gold "1859 to 1909," were given each guest.
A matter of interest to all who called was the silk dress and gloves of Mrs. Alexander, and the tall silk "tile" of Mr. Alexander used on the occasion of their marriage fifty years ago. Both were well preserved, as were the bridal slippers of Mrs. Alexander.
On September 20, 1859, Mr. and Mrs. Alexander were married in the little frame house that still stands on the Axt lot on South Main street and just south of the bridge over Young's Creek. It was at the home of Mrs. Catherine Cochran, an aunt of the bride. Rev. James Ritchey, the pastor of Shiloh Cumberland Presbyterian church officiated.
Mrs. Alexander's maiden name was Sarepta E. Riley. She was the daughter of William E. and Rachel Shoemaker Riley and was born in Perry county this state. About two years previous to her marriage she had come to Franklin to attend school then held in an old seminary building standing on the present site of the Presbyterian church. She boarded with her aunt, Mrs. Cochran. Mrs. Ritchey, the wife of the pastor named above, was her teacher.
Mr. Alexander at this time was clerking in a hardware store located where Smith & Tilson now are. He had come from the farm on Young's creek west of town where he was born November 24, 1833, and taken a position with an uncle, Squire Alexander. His parents were George and Mary Alexander who were pioneers of this county. After a few years as clerk he purchased an interest in the business. Later he was a member of the firm Schofield & Alexander, finally having full charge of the store. Through careful and energetic business management he prospered and became the owner of many valuable business rooms in town as well as farms in different parts of the county. These he has remodeled and in most cases wholly rebuilt on old sites until it can be said that no other individual citizen has done so much toward the erection of the present business rooms in Franklin. For a number of years he was a director and vice-president of the Franklin National Bank where he had large holdings. More recently he transferred his stock to the Citizens National Bank of which he became President. Two years ago he resigned and was succeeded by his son, A. A. Alexander as President.
For forty years Mr. and Mrs. Alexander have lived at the present home. Two children were born to them, Miss Clara and Arthur A. Alexander. The daughter was married to Rev. T. N. Todd, but died subsequently leaving two children, Robert and Nancy who live with their grandparents.
During this long period Mr. and Mrs. Alexander have been identified with every good work for the welfare of the community socially and in a business way. Mr. Alexander for many years was on the board of directors of Franklin College, and of the Mutual Building & Loan Association of this city that has been so important a factor in helping so many citizens of Franklin to the ownership of their own homes.
In all these years both have been constantly engaged in charitable work but without ostentation, always preferring rather to do their deeds of charity quietly and for the good they would do. Many a needy home in Franklin during these years has received comforts from their hands not knowing whence they had come. These good deeds, and years of honest toil together in life's vineyard have been justly rewarded with a large measure of this world's happiness and prosperity.
[Provided by Mark McCrady #47714241 and Cathea Curry #47339429]
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