Triplett Baptist Church - Records 1889-1896
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1889
Jan 5. Church met and after sermon by the pastor proceeded to business.
Sister Clara Epling reported $.50 subscribed on Pastor's salary.
On motion, Rev. L. D. Starkey was granted a letter of dismission and recommendation. Treasurer reported nothing. On motion adjourned.
/s/J. M. Wood, Mod.
/s/ J. S. West, Asst. Clk
Feb. 2. The Church met and after sermon by the Pastor proceeded to business. On motion J. V. Bartlett was elected clerk protem. The minutes were read and approved. Bro. Mace committee to see after title of church property reported lot title genuine and committee discharged. On motion the Mod. appointed Bro. C. Tyson and T. H. Springston and J. V. Bartlett Building Com. On motion Sisters Sophie Morford and Clara Springston were appointed a committee to solicit funds to build a new church.
Treasurer reported 21.45 cts. On pastor's salary.
On motion Isabella Marks received to ordnance of Baptism.
On motion, adjourned. /s/J. M. Wood, Mod.
/s/J. S. West, Asst. Clk
Mar. 2. Church met and after sermon by the Pastor proceeded to business.
Report of committees being called for, Sister Sophie Morford reported $71.00 and Sister Clara Springston reported $40.00 subscribed on building a new church.
Treasurer reported $5.00 on Pastor's salary.
Sexton reported 25 cts. Paid
On Motion, adjourned
/s/J. M. Wood, Mod.
/s/J. S. West, Asst. Clk
April 6. Church met and after sermon by the Pastor proceeded to business. Sister Clara Springston reported $8.00 and Sister Morford reported $14.00 on building a new church. Treasure reported $6.20 for Pastor's salary. Sexton reported nothing. Sister Lizzie Newlon and Bro. G. W. Greathouse were received for baptism.
On motion, adjourned /s/J. M. Wood , Mod .
/s/J. S. West, Assist. Clk.
May 4. He Church met and after Sermon by the Pastor proceeded to business. Report of Committees called for. Sister Sophie Morford reported $31.00 and $85.00 of previous reports making $116.00 of her entire report and Sister Springston reported $47.00 for this month and $48.00 of previous report making 95.00 for her subscription on building a new church. Total subscriptions $211.00. Building committee reported plan and specification of church and said plan was adopted.
On motion Bro. T. H. Springston, one of the committee, was instructed to advertise for bids for building said church. On motion the Church proceeded to elect a Deacon and the vote for Bro. J. D. Springston was made unanimous. And on motion the Clerk was ordered to invite Ministers and Deacons of sister churches to be present at the next regular meeting and assist in ordaining the same. Treasurer reported $2.53 on Pastor's salary. Sexton reported $.45 cts.
On motion adjourned.
/s/J. M. Wood, Mod.
/s/J. S. West, Asst. Clk
Sunday May 5th Brethern W. T. Springston, G. W. Greathouse, Daniel Bower, Okey Bower and Sisters Bertha Springston, Ruth Hanger, Fannie Hanger, Nellie Riddle, Ida Mace, Kitty Parsons and Salina Brannon were received into the fellowship of the church.
June 1. Church met and after Sermon by the Pastor proceeded to business. Reports of Committees called for. Bro. T. H. Springston reported but only reported some bids received. On motion the Building committee is instructed to contract as soon as it accepts the bid of any one bidding on the church and report at the next meeting. Sexton reported $2.40 cts. Paid on this years salary of Sexton. Sister Clara Springston having moved out of the bounds of the Church, Bro. C. C. Riddle was added to the committee on Church subscription.
On motion adjourned. /s/J. M. Wood, Mod.
/s/W. L. Starkey, Ch Clk
Sunday June 2. Bro. J. D. Springston was ordained as Deacon of this Church. Sisters Lizzie Newlon, Ella Epling, Nannie Walker and Ella Walker were baptized and received into the fellowship of the church.
July 6. Church met and after sermon by the Pastor, proceeded to business. On motion Jeff Springston was elected clerk protem. Report of committee called for: Brother T. H. Springston of the Building committee reported they had done nothing. Sister Sophia Morford reported $132.00 for her entire subscription on the church. Treasurer reported $41.03 on Pastor's salary for present year. Sexton reported nothing.
On motion adjourned. /s/J. M. Wood, Mod.
/s/Jeff Springston, Clerk Protem
Aug. 3. Church met and after sermon by the Pastor proceeded to business. Report of committees called for. No report. On motion Bro. Samuel Harbert and wife was granted a letter of dismission and recommendation. On motion Robert Hildreth and wife, and Marshal Hildreth were excluded from the fellowship of this church. On motion, C. F. West, C. C. Riddle and W. T. Springston were appointed delegates to the Association. On motion the Clerk is ordered to prepare a letter. On motion, Bro. Martin Mace was appointed to collect money to pay for minutes. Treasurer reported nothing. Sexton reported nothing. On motion adjourned.
/s/J. M. Wood, Mod. /s/J. S. West, Asst. Clk
Church met on Saturday August 31, and after sermon by the Pastor proceeded to business. Report of committees called for no report. Treasurer reported $4.50 cts.
On motion the reading of the church letter was deferred until Sunday Sept. the first. On motion the Church proceeded to call a pastor and the vote for J. M. Wood was unanimous. The call was accepted. On motion, Bro. J. D. Springston and Sister Lizzie Newlon were appointed to solicit subscription on pastor's salary for the present year. On motion adjourned.
/s/J. M. Wood, Mod.
/s/J. S. West, Asst. Clk
Church met on Saturday, October 5 and after sermon by the pastor proceeded to business. Sister Lizzie Newlon reported $13.95 on pastor's salary. Delegates of Association reported.
(Ed. Note: No signatures)
Church met on November 2, 1889, and after sermon by Bro. Stump proceeded to business. On motion, Bro. Stump was elected Moderator. On motion Jeff Springston was elected Secretary for the day and read the minutes of previous meeting or what there was of them. Report of committees called for. Jeff Springston reported $19.00 subscribed on pastor's salary. Building committee reported that the church was in debt to the workmen for work done on the church. Jeff Springston was appointed soliciting committee for the purpose of raising money to pay for building our church. On motion, Bro. W. L. Starkey was discharged as clerk, and Jeff Springston elected in his place. Treasurer reported $5.00 paid on Pastor's salary, and $46.50 paid on building the church. On motion adjourned to meet Saturday before the first Sunday in Dec.
/s/Rev. Johnson Stump, Mod.
/s/Jeff Springston, Ch Clk
Church met December 1, 1889, and after sermon by the Pastor proceeded to business. Minutes of previous meeting were read and approved. Report of committees called for. Jeff Springston reported $5.50 subscribed on pastor's salary since his last report making a total of $24.50, and $2.00 subscribed on the church. Sister Clara Bartlett reported $5.00 collected that was subscribed to the church. Treasurer reported $4.25 paid on pastor's salary since last month, making a total of $9.25, and $11.50 on the church making a total of $58.00. Sexton reported $1.40 due him which was paid. On motion the rules of order were suspended to attend to business previously forgotten. On motion, the name of our church was changed from LITTLE CREEK to TRIPLETT. On motion, the church adjourned to meet on Saturday before the first Sunday in January.
/s/Rev. J. M. Wood, Mod.
/s/Jeff Springston, Ch Clk
1890
The church met January 4, 1890, and after being led to prayer by bro. J. V. Bartlett and bro. James Walker proceeded to business. On motion, bro. C. Tyson was elected Moderator. Minutes of previous meeting were read and approved. Report of committees were called for. Sister Lizzie Newlon reported $10. Subscribed on pastor's salary since her last report. $10 + $13.95 = $23.95 + $24.50 = $48.45, the total amount subscribed on the pastor's salary for the present year. Jeff Springston reported nothing. Treasurer reported $5.00 on pastor's salary + 9.25 = $14.25 paid on present year, and $11.75 on the church + $58.00 = $69.75 paid on the church. On motion, the church adjourned to meet on Saturday before the first Sunday in February.
/s/Bro. C. Tyson, Moderator
/s/Jeff Springston, Ch Clk
The Church met February 1, 1890, and after sermon by the Pastor, proceeded to business. Report of committees called for, but they reported nothing. On motion, brother Thomas Marks was elected soliciting committee to secure money for the building of our church. On motion, Jeff Springston was appointed to collect money that has been subscribed on the church. On motion, brother J. M. Wood was released from the pastorate of our church. Treasurer reported $5.30 paid on the church + 69.75 = 75.05, and nothing on pastor's salary since last month. Sexton reported 10 cts. Paid on his salary. On motion the church adjourned to meet on Saturday before the first Sunday in March.
/s/Bro. J. M. Wood, Moderator
/s/Jeff Springston, Ch Clk
Resolution of Respect
Resolved That: as Brother Wood has been appointed Missionary to Logan C. H. by the State Mission Board, we extend to him our thanks for the faithful and efficient manner with which he has served for nearly six years.
The church met March 1, 1890 and after sermon by bro. Jiles Burdett proceeded to business. On motion bro. Burdett was elected moderator. Minutes of previous meeting were read. Report of committees was called for, bro. Thomas Marks reported $5.00 subscribed and collected on the building of our church. Treasurer reported $29.06 paid on the church + 75.05 = $104.11 and Pastor $6.75 + 14.25 = 21.00 paid for the present year. On motion the church proceeded to to call a pastor. The first ballot stood 17 for Rev. John Stump, 13 for Rev. Dan Conley and 10 for Rev. Jonathan Smith. Smith being dropped the second ballot stood 21 for Stump and 13 for Conley, after which Stump was elected Pastor by unanimous vote of the church. On motion the church adjourned to meet on Saturday before the first Sunday in April.
Rev. Jiles Burdett, Mod.
Jeff Springston, Ch Clk
The Church met on April 5, 1890, and after reading a Chapter from the Bible and two prayers being offered, proceeded to business. On motion, bro. J. V. Bartlett was elected moderator. Minutes of previous meeting were read. Report of committees was called for. Sister Lizzie Newlon reported $27.70 subscribed for pastor's salary + 24.50 = $52.20 the whole amount subscribed for brother J. M. Wood, of which $21.00 was paid. Committee was discharged. Sisters Lizzie Newlon and Martha Springston was appointed to solicit subscriptions for the purpose of seeing how much could be raised for bro. John Stump. Treasurer reported $125.75 the total amount paid on our church. Sexton reported nothing since last month. On motion the church adjourned to meeting on Saturday before the first Sunday in May.
Bro. J. V. Bartlett, Mod.
Jeff Springston, Ch Clk
Called meeting of April 13, 1890 On motion bro. T. H. Springston was elected moderator. Report of committees was called for. Sister Lizzie Newlon reported $24.75 and Martha Springston $41.75 + 24.75 = $65.50. On motion the church pledged herself to pay bro. John Stump $75 for a years service. On motion the time of meeting was changed until Saturday before the second Sunday in each month. On motion the church adjourned to meet on Saturday before the second Sunday in May.
Bro. T. H. Springston, Mod.
Jeff Springston, Ch Clk
The church met May 11, 1890, and after sermon by the pastor proceeded to business. Reports of committees were called for. Sister Martha Springston reported $4.00 on pastor's salary + $65.00 = $69.50. On motion the soliciting committee on Pastor's salary was continued. On motion brother and sister William Starkey were granted letters of dismission and recommendation from this church to any other sister church of like faith and order. On motion the church sends her pastor and two of her members, Joseph Corder and Jeff Springston, to sit in council at Mt. Olive on Saturday before the first Sunday in June at 2 O'clock. On motion the second in June was the time set for the dedication of our church and brother John Stump, Sr. was invited to preach the dedication sermon. On motion the church suspended the service Sunday through respect for sister Radabaugh whose funeral was preached on the same hour. On motion the church adjourned to meet on Saturday before the second Sunday in June.
Rev. John Stump, Mod.
Jeff Springston, Ch Clk
The church met June 8, 1890, and after sermon by the Pastor, proceeded to business. The minutes of previous meeting were read and approved. Report of committees called for. The Treasurer reported $17.15 paid on Pastor's salary for the present year. On motion the church adjourned to meet on Saturday before the second Sunday in July.
Rev. John Stump, Mod.
Jeff Springston, Ch Clk
The church met July 12, 1890, and brother William Newlon preached a very interesting sermon. The business of the church was not transacted as there was not enough male members present to constitute a quorum On motion, the church adjourned to meet on the 13 of July at 10 AM
The church met according to adjournment, and after prayer, proceeded to business. The minutes of previous meeting were red and approved. Report of committees were called for. Treasurer reported $_____paid on the church and $15 to be raised before the church could be dedicated, also $6.25 paid on Pastor's salary + $17.15. On motion the Treasurer was instructed to pay bro. Newlon $10. On motion the church adjourned to meet on Saturday before the second Sunday in August.
Rev. John Stump, Mod.
Jeff Springston, Ch Clk
The church met August 9, 1890, the moderator not being present, on motion brother A. McCoy was made Mod. the Clerk also being absent, J. V. Bartlett was elected Clerk protem.
Minutes were read and approved. On motion bro. Brown Burgess was granted a letter of recommendation to unite with a church of like faith and order. Brethern A. McCoy, C. F. West, & Jeff Springston were appointed delegates to the Association. On motion, George Greathouse was excluded from the fellowship of the church having united with the M. E. Church (South). The Treasurer reported $427.31 collected on the building fund.
Paid G. T. West $395.53 the amount due him.
" " W. J. Newlon 10.00
" " Lewis for sign 1.25
Total $406.78 Balance on hand $20.53
Collected and paid for Pastor in this year's salary $25.00.
The Treasurer was directed to furnish the church with a stand, 2 chairs, pitcher and tumblers.
On motion the church adjourned to meet on Saturday before the second Sunday in September.
A. McCoy, Mod.
J. V. Bartlett, Clerk Pro.
The church met September 13, 1890 and after sermon by Pastor proceeded to business. Minutes of previous meeting were read and approved. Treasurer reported $4.50 on Pastor's salary. Missions 1.50, Stand 2 chairs, pitcher and tumblers $2.00. On motion the church adjourned to meet on Saturday before the second Sunday in October.
Rev. John Stump, Mod.
Jeff Springston, Ch Clk
Sunday, September 14, 1890, there was a collection taken for Mission & the printing of Minutes of the Association. The collection amounted to $4.06, and on motion the Treasurer was ordered to pay $5.00.
The church met on October 11, 1890, and after sermon by Rev. D. N. Conley proceeded to business. The pastor being absent, brother Conley was elected Moderator. Minutes of previous meeting were read and approved. Report of committees were called for. Messengers to the association reported J. V. Bartlett & Jeff Springston. Treasurer reported $2.50 on Pastor's salary, and Sexton reported $1.12 paid on house cleaning. On motion the church adjourned to meet on Saturday before the second Sunday in November.
D. N. Conley, Mod.
Jeff Springston, Clk
The church met Sat. Nov. 8, 1890, and after sermon by the Pastor proceeded to business. On motion C. F. West was elected Clerk protem. Report of committees called for. No report. On motion the resignation of the pastor was accepted, but on condition said resignation not be made formal until we hear from him again. On motion a committee of three was appointed to purchase carpets and lamps for the church. Brethern J. V. Bartlett, C. C. Riddel and C. F. West were appointed by the Mod. Sexton reported $1.12. On motion the church adjourned.
Rev. John Stump, Mod.
C. F. West, Clerk protem
The church met Sat. Dec. 13, 1890, and being without a Pastor opened meting by reading, singing and prayer. On motion, Bro. C. Tyson was elected Mod. Minutes of previous meeting were read and approved. On motion, bro. S. P. Beckner and wife were granted letters of dismission and recommendation to a sister church of like faith and order.
Treasurer reported $33.90 paid to Pastor, and $10.50 for incidental expenses.
Sexton reported 15 cts + 1.12 = $1.27.
On motion the church adjourned to meet on Sat. before the second Sunday in January.
Bro. C. Tyson, Mod.
Jeff Springston, Clk
1891
The church met Sat. January 10, 1891 and being without a Pastor opened meeting by reading, singing and prayer.
On motion bro. C. Tyson was elected Mod. Minutes of previous meeting were read and approved. On motion the church proceeded to cal la pastor. Bro. C. N. Fox was called as pastor. On motion a committee was appointed to solicit subscriptions-Sisters Lizzie Newlon and Fannie Hanger and bro. T. H. Springston.
Sexton reported $1.10 + 1.27 = $2.37. On motion the church adjourned to meet the second Sunday in February.
Bro. C. Tyson, Mod.
Jeff Springston, Clk
The church met Sat. February 7, 1891, and being without a Pastor opened meeting with reading, singing and prayers. Brother T. H. Springston was elected Moderator. Minutes of previous meeting were read and approved. Report of committees called for. Bro. T. H. Springston reported $19.45 and Sister Fannie Hanger 14.00 subscribed on the Pastor's salary. On motion the Moderator appointed the following named persons committee for our church. J. C. Bartlett, C. F. West and Jeff Springston. Brother J. V. Bartlett was appointed as committee to see that the Court approved of the appointment. Treasurer reported $24.83 - 15.50 in his hand. Sexton reported 15 cts. + 2.27 = 2.42 On motion the church adjourned to meet Saturday before the second Sunday in March.
Bro. T. H. Springston, Mod.
Jeff Springston, Clk
The church met March 7, 1891, and after sermon by bro. Jiles Burdett proceeded to business. Brother Burdett was elected Mod. Minutes of previous meeting were read and approved. Report of committees called for. Sexton reported $1.00 + 2.42 = $3.42. On motion the church adjourned to meet on Saturday before the second Sunday in April.
Rev Jiles Burdett
Jeff Springston
The church met April 11, 1891, and sermon by the Pastor proceeded to business. The minutes of previous meeting were read and approved. Report of committees called for. On motion the committee to purchase lamps and carpet for the church was instructed to use their judgment as to buying lamps for the church now or carpet. On motion the church granted the request of brethern and sisters of Beech, Calhoun, and brethern Joseph Corder and T. H. Springston were appointed to meet with the brethern and sisters on Saturday before the fifth Sunday in May at Road Run Schoolhouse. On motion sister Theodocia Morford was appointed to visit sisters Janie Marks and Minerva Wagnor. Sister Dora Bartlett was appointed to notify sister Morford as she was present. On motion it was agreed to pay bro Fox $60 a year. On motion brother Perry Mace was restored to the fellowship of the church. The church extended the hand of fellowship to the following named brethern and sisters Perry Mace, Lida Meadows and Dora Bartlett. The following named persons have been received for baptism and baptized: Carl Walker, Ira Simmons, Charlie Starcher, Lon Epling, Lyda Meadows and Dora Bartlett. On motion the following named brethern and sisters were granted letters of dismission and recommendation: James C. Bartlett, J. W. Walker, Marion Walker, Frank Starcher, I. N. Epling, A. J. Meadows, S. C. Walker, Clara Epling, Virena Walker, Ella Epling, Nannie Walker, Ellonor Meadows, Zelda J. Epling, Dora D. Walker, Ella Walker, _____Miller, and Dora Bartlett. Also Perry Mace and wife were granted letters of dismission and recommendation. Treasurer reported 15 cts. + $2.42 = $2.57. On motion the church adjourned to meet on Saturday before the second Sunday in May.
Rev. J. N. Fox, Mod.
Jeff Springston, Ch Clk
The church met May 9, 1891, at two o'clock and after sermon by the pastor proceeded to business.
Minutes of previous meeting were read and approved. Sister Theodocia Morford reported and was discharged. The report was adopted. On motion brother Theodore Bartlett was restored to the fellowship of the church. On motion the brethern and sisters of the Bartlett Schoolhouse were granted their request and the following named persons were appointed to set in seats in the council at the Bartlett Schoolhouse on Saturday before the fourth Sunday in May to recognize the brethern and sisters as an independent church. On motion the following named brethern and sisters J. F. Bartlett, T. S. Bartlett and Sarah Walker were granted letters to go with the organization at the Bartlett Schoolhouse. On motion the church adjourned to meet on Saturday before the second Sunday in June.
Rev J. N. Fox, Mod.
Jeff Springston, Clk
May 10 1891 The following named brethern Oak Newlon, Bash Newlon, Americus and George Hix were baptized.
The Church met June 15, 1891, at two o'clock and after sermon by the pastor, proceeded to business.
Minutes of previous meeting were read and approved. Report of committees called for. T. H. Springston reported a church organized on Beech of Henry's Fork and recognized as an independent church. Bro. C. Tyson reported also a church organized at the Bartlett Schoolhouse and recognized as an independent church by the council. Bro. T. H. Springston reported $6.50 subscribed on Pastor's salary since his last report + 19.45 = 25.95. Sister Fanny Hanger's subscriptions list shows $4.00 subscribed since her last report + 14.00 = 18.00 + 25.95 = $43.95. Sexton reported $1.25 paid since last month +3.57 = $4.82. Brother J. N. Fox presented the church with a fine Illustrated Bible. On motion the church received the Bible and voted ------ to the donor. On motion the church adjourned to meet on Saturday before the second Sunday in July.
Rev. J. N. Fox, Mod.
Jeff Springston
The Triplett Baptist Church met July 11, 1891, and after sermon by the pastor proceeded to business. On motion J. V. Bartlett was elected clerk protem. Minutes of previous meeting were read and approved. On motion a committee was appointed by request of Cedar Grove Church to consider the propriety of ordaining brother Williams to the full work of the ministry. Committee J. V. Bartlett and W. A. McCoy. Treasurer reported $1.26 balance in his hand. Paid Pastor to date $15.25. Meeting adjourned to meet on Saturday before the second Sunday in Aug. Rev. J. Fox, Mod.
J. V. Bartlett, Clk Protem
The Triplett Baptist Church August 8, 1891
The church held its regular meeting for business this evening at 2 o'clock. After sermon by the Pastor the church proceeded to business. Minutes of the last meeting were read and approved. Report of committees called for. Bro. T. H. Springston reported $37.35 subscribed on Pastor's salary + 18.00 subscribed to sister Fanny Hanger = $53.35. The committee of ordination reported brother Williams ordained. On motion the clerk was instructed to prepare a letter for the Association-also to read at our next regular meeting the Church Covenant and Articles of Faith. On motion a committee was appointed to collect mission money. Com. Bertha Springston, Ola Springston and Ruth Hanger. On motion delegates were appointed to the Association. Names of delegates: W. A. McCoy, J. V. Bartlett and Jeff Springston. On motion brethern Thomas and Lon Epling were received into the fellowship of the church and granted letters of dismission and recommendation to unite with the Little Creek Baptist Church. Treasurer reported the church is due the Pastor $10.75 and that he has been paid $14.25. Meeting adjourned to meet on Saturday before the second Sunday in September.
Rev. J. N. Fox, Mod.
Jeff Springston, Clk
The Triplett Baptist Church September 12, 1891
The church held its regular meeting this afternoon for business at 2 o'clock. After sermon by the Pastor the church proceeded to business. Minutes of previous meeting were read and approved. Report of committees called for. The soliciting committee for missions reported as follows: Sister Olie Springston $5.20, sister Bertha Springston $1.70, sister Ruth Hanger 2.45 + 5.20 + 1.70 = $9.35.
The Treasurer reported $17.70 on Pastor's salary. On request of the Moderator the Clerk read the Rules of Decorum. The Clerk not having the letter to the Association prepared was given to the next day to prepare it. On motion the church adjourned to meet on Saturday before the second Sunday in October.
Rev. J. N. Fox, Mod.
Jeff Springston, Clk
Sunday September 13. Call meeting. The Clerk read the letter that had been prepared form the church to the Association and it was adopted by the Church. On motion the Treasurer was ordered to pay $1.25 for the church As. Minutes + (?) = (?).
The Triplett Baptist Church October 10, 1891
The church held its regular meeting for business this evening at two o'clock.
After sermon by the Pastor the church proceeded to business. The minutes of the previous meeting were read, corrected and approved. Reports of committees called for. Bro. J. V. Bartlett reported as one of the delegates to the Association. He reported _______ time. On motion one dollar for State Mission money paid to Bro. Fox for his membership in the General Association. Treasurer reported $27.00 paid on Pastor's salary. Sexton reported $1.82 paid on the present year and the church owes him $1.18. On motion the church adjourned to meet on Saturday before the second Sunday in November. Rev. J. N. Fox, Mod.
Jeff Springston, Clk
The Triplett Baptist Church November 7, 1891
The church held its regular meeting for business this evening at two o'clock. After sermon by the Pastor, the church proceeded to business. Minutes of previous meeting were read and approved. Reports of committees called for. On motion the Protestant _________ were invited to use our church house. On motion J. A. Corder, C. Tyson and Jeff Springston were appointed to obtain the correct membership of the church. Treasurer reported nothing. Sexton reported .10 + 1.82 = 1.92. On motion the church adjourned to meet on Saturday before the second Sunday in December.
Rev. J. N. Fox, Mod.
Jeff Springston, Clk
The Triplett Baptist Church December 13, 1891
The church held its regular meeting for business this evening at two o'clock. On motion the Duties of the Sexton of Triplett Baptist Church were adopted. It shall be the duty of the Sexton to prepare the wood ______ _____weather____ ____
2. To sweep the house and have the seats and lamps prepared for every occasion that the church holds a service in the house.
3. To build fire in both stoves at least forty minutes before the hour of service.
4. To clean well and scrub the house once a quarter and the church shall pay promptly once a month such sum as shall be agreed upon for service.
Treasurer reported $8.25 paid on Pastor's salary since last month. On motion the church adjourned to meet on Saturday before the second Sunday in January.
Rev. J. N. Fox, Mod.
Jeff Springston, Ch Clk
December 18, 1891. Sister Martha _____ presented her letter of dismission and recommendation from Ebenezer Church and on hearing the letter read, it received _______ __________ __________ hand of fellowship.
December 19, 1891. Brother __________ was received by experience and extended the hand of fellowship.
The church held its regular meeting for business this evening at two o'clock. After sermon by the Pastor the church proceeded to business. The minutes of the previous meeting were read and approved. On motion a committee was appointed to effect a reconciliation between brother and sister Hildreth and the church. The following named persons were appointed C. Tyson and Jeff Springston. Treasurer reported $33.69 paid Pastor's salary. Sexton reported 50� on the present year and 25� on last year. The door of the church was opened and the following named persons presented themselves for membership. On motion Sister Lydia Newlon and bro. E. H. Bartlett were received on their experience and on motion bro. Charles Newlon was received for baptism. Sister Lizzie Talman reports by letter to the church. On motion the church adjourned to meet on Saturday before the second Sunday in March.
Rev. J. N. Fox, Mod.
Jeff Springston, Clk
1892
The Triplett Baptist Church March 12, 1892
The church held its regular meeting for business this evening at two o'clock. After sermon by the Pastor, the church proceeded to business. The minutes of previous meeting were read and approved. The committee to visit sister and brother Hildreth reported; and on motion the report was received and committee was discharged. Sister Lizzie Newlon's subscription list showed $11.50 subscribed on Pastor's salary. On motion the church acknowledged that she did not treat sister Hildreth right. On motion the church canceled the resolution excluding her members for failing to report themselves either in person or by letter to the church for twelve months. On motion the church proceeded to call a pastor; the ballot stood 22 for bro. J. N. Fox and 2 for bro. D. N. Conley. On motion the call for bro. J. N. Fox was made Indefinite (Ed: probably meant "Unanimous"). Treasurer reported $14.25 + 33.69 = $47.94 the amount paid on Pastor's salary. Sexton reported nothing paid since last month. The door of the church was opened and the following named persons presented themselves: Sister Florence West with a certificate of her baptism from bro. J. M. Wood. On motion she was received. On motion bro. Chandler was received for baptism. The hand of fellowship was extended to sister West and bro. John Price. Also the hand of fellowship to bro. Chandler. Soliciting committee S. J. Newlon, J. A. Corder and J. S. West. On motion the church adjourned to meet on Saturday before the second Sunday in April. Bro. J. N. Fox, Mod.
Jeff Springston, Clk
The Triplett Baptist Church April 9, 1892
The church held its regular meeting for business this evening at two o'clock. After sermon by the Pastor proceeded to business. The minutes of previous meeting were read and approved. Brother S. J. Newlon reported $26.75 subscribed on Pastor's salary. On motion bills were posted requesting persons not to spit amber on the floor and stoves. On motion the church adjourned to meet on Saturday before the second Sunday in May.
Bro. J. N. Fox, Mod.
Jeff Springston, Clk
Note: April 10
The church was called to order by the Moderator to transact some business. On motion the Ministers and Deacons were invited to meet with us.
The Triplett Baptist Church May 7, 1892
The church held its regular meeting for business this evening at two o'clock. After sermon by the Pastor, the church proceeded to business. The minutes of previous meeting were read and approved. Report of committees called for. Brother J. A. Corder reported $10.00 subscribed on Pastor's salary + $26.75 = $36.75. On motion the church acknowledged that it had done wrong in excluding members without notice and invited such back to membership.
On motion all money was to be paid into the Treasurer's hands.
On motion, the Treasurer was authorized to pay the Pastor and the Sexton all money in his hands. The Treasurer reported $3.69 paid Pastor in present year.
Sexton reported $2.40 + .50 = $2.90.
On motion the church adjourned to meet on Saturday before the second Sunday in June.
Rev. J. N. Fox, Mod.
Jeff Springston, Clk
The Triplett Baptist Church June 11, 1892
The church held its regular meeting for business this evening at two o'clock. After sermon by the Pastor proceeded to business. The minutes of previous meeting were read and approved. On motion, bro. Charley Starkey was granted a letter of dismission and recommendation. On motion a new order of business was adopted. Treasurer reported $3.00 on Pastor's salary. Brother Chandler extended the hand of fellowship. On motion the church adjourned to meet on Saturday before the second Sunday in July.
Rev. J. N. Fox, Mod.
Jeff Springston, Clk
Note: June 12, 1892
The church called to order by the Mod. On motion, bro. A. K. West was granted a letter of dismission and recommendation.
The Triplett Baptist Church July 8, 1892
The church held its regular meeting for business this evening at two o'clock. After sermon by the Pastor, proceeded to business. Minutes read and approved. On motion, a committee on entertainment of the Ministers and Deacons meeting to be held in Aug Conv. S. J. Newlon, Jeff Springston.
Treasurer reported $4.50 paid Pastor this month and sexton 10�. On motion the church adjourned to meet Saturday before the second Sunday in Aug.
Rev. J. N. Fox, Mod.
Jeff Springston, Clk
The Triplett Baptist Church August 13, 1892
The church held its regular meeting for business this evening at two o'clock. After singing and prayer, proceeded to business. On motion, bro. S. J. Newlon was elected Mod. Minutes of previous meeting were read and approved. On motion the report of the committee on church register was received and comm. discharged. On motion bro. Harvey Walker was granted a letter of dismission and recommendation.
Treasurer reported $2.30 paid Pastor this month and Sexton $1.52. On motion the Mod. appointed Messengers to the Association-Messengers J. S. West, J. A. Corder and Lydia Radabaugh. On motion the church adjourned to meet on Saturday before the second Sunday in September.
S. J. Newlon, Mod.
Jeff Springston, Clk
The Triplett Baptist Church September 10, 1892
The church held its regular meeting for business this evening at two o'clock. After sermon by the Pastor, proceeded to business. On motion the letter to the Association was adopted. J. S. West reported $!5 subscribed on Pastor's salary + $36.75 = $51.75. On motion $5.00 was to be paid for State Missions which was to go as one installment on bro. Fox's life membership in the General Association.
On motion the Messengers to the Association were instructed to pledged the church for $10.00 missionary money. To be divided as follows: $5.00 for S. and $2.50 for Home. $2.50 for Foreign. On motion the church adjourned to meet on Saturday before the second Sunday in October.
Rev. J. N. Fox, Mod.
Jef Springston, Clk
The Triplett Baptist Church October 8, 1892
The church held its regular meeting for business this evening at two o'clock. After sermon by the Pastor, proceeded to business. Treasurer reported $6.23 paid on Pastor's salary & 25� paid Sexton. On motion bro. S. J. Newlon was appointed to collect the Missionary money to be paid to the church this year. On motion the church adjourned to meet Saturday before the second Sunday in November.
Rev. J. N. Fox, Mod.
Jeff Springston, Clk
The Triplett Baptist Church November 12, 1892
The church held its regular meeting for business this evening at two o'clock. After sermon by the Pastor proceeded to business. Treasurer reported $12.75 paid on Pastor's salary for this year. On motion the church decided to hold a protracted meeting beginning with the January meeting. On motion the church adjourned to meet on Saturday before the second Sunday in December.
Rev. J. N. Fox, Mod.
Jeff Springston, Clk
The Triplett Baptist Church December 10, 1892
The church held its regular meeting for business this evening at two o'clock. After sermon by the Pastor, proceeded to business. On motion bro. W. A. McCoy was appointed a committee to purchase lamps for the church. On motion the church adjourned to meet on Saturday before the second Sunday in January.
Rev. J. N. Fox, Mod.
Jeff Springston, Clk
1893
The Triplett Baptist Church January 7, 1893
The church held its regular meeting for business this evening at two o'clock. After sermon by the Pastor, proceeded to business. Treasurer reported $43.44 paid the Pastor and that the church is due the Sexton $1.19for his services. On motion the church adjourned to meet on Saturday before the second Sunday in February.
Rev. J. N. Fox, Mod.
Jeff Springston, Clk
January 21. On motion, bro. Wm. Craig was restored to fellowship of the church. January 22 Sisters Hattie Newlon and Charlotte Craig were received for baptism. Also bro. W. A. McCoy was paid $4.40 for lamp purchased for the church.
The Triplett Baptist Church met according to adjournment, February 11, 1893. After sermon by the Pastor proceeded to business. Brother W. A. McCoy made his report of the purchase of lamp. Treasurer reported $46.91 paid on Pastor's salary. On motion it was made the duty of the Sexton to buy oil for the church lamps and to draw the money from the Treasurer. On motion adjourned to meet on Saturday before the second Sunday in March.
J. N. Fox, Mod.
C. F. West, Clk protem
The Triplett Baptist Church March 11, 1893
The church held its regular meeting for business this evening at two o'clock. After sermon by the Pastor proceeded to business. On motion sister Osie Morford was received for baptism and extended the hand of welcome. On motion the following named brethern ad sisters were granted letters of dismission and recommendation: Brethern G. T. West, C. F. West, and J. A. Showen. Sisters Mary A. West, Florence C. West, and Lydia Radabaugh.
Treasurer reported .50� + 46.91 = $47.41 paid on Pastor's salary. On motion the church adjourned to meet in Saturday before the second Sunday in April.
Rev. J. N. Fox, Mod.
Jeff Springston, Clk
The Triplett Baptist Church April 8, 1893
The church held it regular meeting for business this evening at two o'clock. After sermon by the Pastor proceeded to business. On motion, sisters Docia Morford, Bertha Springston and Jemima Corder was approved to solicit subscriptions on the Pastor's salary. On motion brother J. V. Bartlett and S. J. Newlon was appointed to meet in council at the Zion M. P. Church to considering the propriety in recognizing some Brethern and Sisters as an independent Baptist Church. On motion the church adjourned to meet Saturday before the second Sunday in May.
Rev. J. N. Fox, Mod.
Jeff Springston, Clk
The Triplett Baptist Church May 13, 1893
The church held its regular meeting for business this evening at two o'clock. After sermon by the Pastor proceeded to business. Minutes of previous meeting read and approved. Committee on Pastor's salary reported. Sister Jemima Corder reported $11.00 subscribed and sister Bertha Springston $22.50 subscribed = $33.50. Treasurer reported $3.00 back on last year and $3.00 paid on present year. On motion the church decided to buy three cord of wood for the church. The wood to be cut and corded up on the church lot by the first of October. On motion brethern W. A. McCoy and T. H. Springston were appointed to receive bids for the getting of the wood. On motion the church took up a collection to buy a broom for the church. On motion the church adjourned to meet on Saturday before the second Sunday in June.
Rev. J. N. Fox, Mod.
Jeff Springston, Clk
The Triplett Baptist Church June 10, 1893
The church held its regular meeting for business this evening at two o'clock. After sermon by the Pastor proceeded to business. Minutes of previous meeting read and approved. Committee on Pastor's salary reported as follows: Jemima Corder $2.25, Theodocia Morford $23.00 + 33.50 = $58.75 subscribed on Pastor's salary. Treasurer reported $3.25 paid on present year and $2.50 on last year. On motion bids were received for the sweeping of the house and building of fires. On motion the church adjourned to met on Saturday before the second Sunday in July.
Rev. J. N. Fox, Mod.
Jeff Springston, Clk
The Triplett Baptist Church July 8, 1893
The church held its regular meeting for business this evening at two o'clock. After sermon by Pastor proceeded to business. Minutes of previous meeting read and approved. On motion the church adjourned to meet on Saturday before the second Sunday in August.
Rev. J. N. Fox, Mod.
Jeff Springston, Clk
The Triplett Baptist Church August 17, 1893
The church held its regular meeting for business this evening at two o'clock. After sermon by the Pastor to business. Sister Corder reported 414.25 subscribed on Pastor's salary. The total being $59.75 subscribed. On motion the church prepared to meet the Association. The clerk was instructed to prepare the letter to the Association. S. J. Newlon, J. V. Bartlett and J. A. Corder were appointed Delegates. On motion Sister Clara Bartlett was mad a committee to secure money to purchase an organ for the church. Treasurer reported $7.75 paid since his last report. The total being $14.00. On motion the church adjourned to meet on Saturday before the second Sunday in September.
Rev. J. N. Fox, Mod.
Jeff Springston, Clk
The Triplett Baptist Church September 9, 1893
The church met pursuant to adjournment at two o'clock. Sermond by the Pastor. Minutes of previous meeting read and approved. On motion S. J. Newlon elected clerk protem. On motion the letter be adopted after being filled as to finance. Report of Treasurer 50�. The committee reported that they had procured the wood. Three cord at $1.25 per cord. The report received and committee discharged. Adjourned to meet on Saturday before the second Sunday in October. Rev. J. N. Fox, Mod.
S. J. Newlon, Clk Protem
The Triplett Baptist Church October 7, 1893
The church held its regular meeting for business this evening at two o'clock. After sermon by the Pastor proceeded to business. Door of the church was opened and bro. & sister Stalnaker presented their letter s of dismission and recommendation from sister churches. Letters were read by the Pastor and on motion bro. & sister Stalnaker were received and the hand of fellowship was extended to them. The church minutes of previous meeting were read and approved. On motion, Bro. Okey Bower was granted a letter of dismission and recommendation. On motion the time for receiving bids was to be closed with the November meeting. On motion the church adjourned to meet on Saturday before the second Sunday in November.
Rev. J. N. Fox, Mod.
Jeff Springston, Clk
Triplett Baptist Church November 11, 1893
The church held its regular meeting this evening at two o'clock. After sermon by the Pastor proceeded to business. Door of the church was opened and sister Massalonia (Chenoweth) Springston presented her letter of dismission and recommendation from the White Oak Church. On motion she was received and extended the hand of fellowship. On motion the time for employing a Sexton was deferred until the next meeting. On motion the church proceeded to buy lumber to put a new floor in the platform in front of the church. Bro. E. H. Bartlett was appointed to attend to the matter. On motion the church adjourned to meet on Saturday before the second Sunday in December.
Rev. J. N. Fox, Mod.
Jeff Springston, Clk1893
Triplett Baptist Church December 9, 1893
The church held its regular meeting this evening at two o'clock. After sermon by bro. J. C. Rexroad proceeded to business. On motion bro. Rexroad was elected Moderator. Minutes of previous meting were read and approved. On motion a committee was appointed to contract with some person to build a fire and take care of the house. Names of committee: William Craig, William Stalnaker, and S. J. Newlon. On motion the church adjourned to meet on Saturday before the second Sunday in January.
Rev. J. C. Rexroad, Mod.
Jeff Springston, Clk
1894
The Triplett Baptist Church January 13, 1894
The church held its regular meeting this evening at two o'clock. After sermon by the Pastor proceeded to business. The committee to employ a Sexton reported they had received two bids, M. Showen 50� and E. H. Bartlett 65�. On motion the report was received which resulted in the election of E. H. Bartlett. Bro. E . H. Bartlett reported that the cost of the platform was two dollars $2.00. Amount paid on same $1.10. Treasurer reported $5.25 paid on Pastor's salary. On motion the church adjourned to meet Saturday before the second Sunday in February.
Rev. J. N. Fox, Mod.
Jeff Springston, Clk
Note: January 22
Received for baptism, Merta McCoy and Delia Craig
The Triplett Baptist Church February 10, 1894
The church held its regular meeting this evening at two o'clock. After sermon by the Pastor proceeded to business. Treasurer reported $4.40 paid on Pastor's salary; and Sexton $4.08. On motion the following named brethern were appointed trustees for the church, E. H. Bartlett, J. T. Morford and J. A. Corder. On motion S. J. Newlon was appointed to have the foregoing brethern confirmed by the Court as Trustees. On motion the church adjourned to meet on Saturday before the second Sunday in March.
Rev. J. N. Box, Mod.
Jeff Springston, Clk
The Triplett Baptist Church March 10, 1894
The church held its regular meeting this evening at two o'clock. After sermon by the Pastor proceeded to business. Treasurer reported $6.00 paid on Pastor's salary; sixty four cents paid the ex-sexton. On motion Bro. Douglas was to have the use of the church house this spring & summer for school purposes for which he was to pay a reasonable rent. On motion the same committee that solicited subscriptions on the Pastor's salary last year was re-appointed. On motion the church adjourned to meet on Saturday before the second Sunday in April.
Rev. J. N. Fox, Mod.
Jeff Springston, Clk
The Triplett Baptist Church April 7, 1894
The church held its regular meeting this evening at two o'clock. After reading, singing and prayer, the church proceeded to business. On motion bro. S. J. Newlon was elected Mod. S. J. Newlon reported the foregoing persons were confirmed by the Court as Trustees of the Triplett Church. Sister Jemima Corder reported $15.75 subscribed on Pastor's salary. On motion the church adjourned to meet on Saturday before the second Sunday in May.
S. J. Newlon, Mod.
Jeff Springston, Clk
The Triplett Baptist Church May 12, 1894
The Church held its regular meeting this evening at two o'clock. After sermon by the Pastor proceeded to business. Committee on Pastor's salary reported as follows: Sister Jemima Corder $19.75, Sister Bertha Springston 9.50. On motion the church adjourned to meet on Saturday before the second Sunday in June.
Rev. J. N. Fox, Mod.
Jeff Springston, Clk
The Triplett Baptist Church June 9, 1894
The church held its regular meeting for business this evening at two o'clock. After sermon by the Pastor proceeded to business. Treasurer reported $53.35 paid on last year and $3.35 paid on this year. On motion the church adjourned to meet on Saturday before the second Sunday in July.
Rev. J. N. Fox, Mod.
Jeff Springston, Clk.
The Triplett Baptist Church July 7, 1894
The church held its regular meeting at two o'clock this evening. After sermon by the Pastor proceeded to business. Committee on Pastor's salary reported as follows: Docia Morford $22.50. On motion a missionary committee was appointed to collect missionary money. Names of committee, Sisters Belle West, Jemima Corder and Lizzie Newlon. Treasurer reported $5.25 + 3.25 = $8.50. On motion the church adjourned to meet on Saturday before the second Sunday in August-8/12.
Rev. J. N. Fox, Mod.
Jeff Springston, Clerk
The Triplett Baptist Church met Aug. 12, 1894 at 2 P.M. and after sermon by the Pastor proceeded to transact business. On motion, bro. J. V. Bartlett was appointed Sec'y Protem. On motion the following delegates were appointed to the Association: Bros. S. J. Newlon, J. S. West, and Thomas Springston. Special meeting of the church on Sunday Aug. 12, 1894. On motion the church adjourned to meet Sept. 8, 1894.
Rev. J. N. Fox, Mod.
Jeff Springston, Clerk
Saturday September 8, 1894
Church met and after sermon by bro. McMillan, the church proceeded to business. C. D. Springston was appointed Clerk Protem. On motion sister Rosa (Burgess) Chambers was granted a certificate of church membership. Bro. S. J. Newlon was appointed a committee to collect money for Minutes. On motion of bro. T. H. Springston sister Jane Marks was excluded from the fellowship of our church on charge of joining the M. P. Church. On motion, adjourned to meet at next regular meeting.
Rev. J. N. Fox, Mod.
C. D. Springston, Clk Protem
Saturday, October 13, 1894
The Triplett Church met and after sermon by the Pastor proceeded to business. Minutes of previous meeting read and corrected. Treasurer reported $3.25 paid since last month. On motion the church adjourned to meet on Saturday before the second Sunday in November.
Rev. J. N. Fox, Mod.
Jeff Springston, Clerk
November 10, 1894
Church met at 2 P.M. and after sermon by the Pastor, proceeded to business. Clerk absent-C. D. Springston was appointed Clk Protem. On motion Calvin Tyson, Filmore Tyson, Minny Tyson and Berthena Goff were granted letters to the Little Creek Church, and sister Prudy Riddle to the Spencer Church. On motion adjourned to meet at next regular meeting.
Rev. J. N. Fox, Mod.
C. D. Springston, Clk. Protem
Saturday December 8, 1894
The church met and after sermon by the Pastor proceeded to business. Minutes of previous meeting were read and approved. Treasurer reported $25.27 paid on the present year and $6.40 back on last year. He reported Sexton had been paid only $4.15. On motion the church proceeded to elect a Treasurer. Brother Theodore Bartlett was appointed to take a vote. Which resulted in the election of bro. C. D. Springston for Treasurer. On motion the granting of sister Goffs letter was rescinded. On motion the church adjourned to meet on Saturday before the second Sunday in January.
Rev. J. N. Fox, Mod.
Jeff Springston Clk
Note: December 15, 1894 Door of the church was opened and the following named persons presented themselves. On motion Mollie Springston was received into the church and the hand of fellowship extended to her. On motion sister Sadia Stine and brethern Frank McCoy and Fred D. Springston was received for baptism.
Dec. 17 1894
On motion Ancil Newlon was received for baptism and extended the hand of fellowship.
Note: Brethern Frank McCoy, Fred Springston and Ancil Newlon were baptized.
1895
Saturday, January 12, 1895
The church met and after sermon by the Pastor, proceeded to business. Minutes of previous meeting read and approved. On motion, Jeff Springston was appointed to visit sister Jennie Riddel and Mary J. Springston. Treasurer reported $36.02 paid the Pastor for the present year and $4.40 back on last year, and Sexton $5.15 paid. On motion the church adjourned to meet on Saturday before the second Sunday in Feb.
Rev. J. N. Fox, Mod.
Jeff Springston, Clk.
Saturday, February 9, 1895
The church met and after sermon by the Pastor proceeded to business. Minutes of previous meeting read and approved. On motion sisters Jennie Riddel and Mary J. Springston were granted letters of dismission and recommendation. On motion brethern W. A. McCoy and William Craig were appointed to settle with the Sexton and hire a Sexton. On motion the church adjourned to meet on Saturday before the second Sunday in March.
Rev. J. N. Fox, Mod.
Jeff Springston, Clk.
Saturday, March 9, 1895
The church met and sermon by the Pastor proceeded to business. Minutes of previous meeting were read and approved. On motion the report of the committee was received and the committee continued. Treasurer reported $2.25 paid this month and $1.25 paid on the old year.
Rev. J. N. Fox, Mod.
Jeff Springston, Clk.
Saturday, April 13, 1895
The church met and after sermon by the Pastor proceeded to business. Minutes of previous meeting were read and approved. On motion, bro. and sister J. C. Bartlett were granted letters of dismission and recommendation to unite with the Spencer Baptist Church. The committee appointed to employ a Sexton reported they had employed brethern Fred Springston and Frank McCoy for fifty cents per month and if there were any special meeting there was to be a collection taken for them. The report was received and the committee discharged. Treasurer reported $1.50 paid on Pastor's salary also that the church is due the Sexton $3.90. On motion a committee was appointed to solicit subscription to the Pastor's salary. Names of committee Lizzie Newlon, Jemima Corder and C. D. Springston. On motion the time of meeting was changed from Saturday before the second Sunday to Saturday before the third Sunday in each month. On motion the church adjourned to meet on Saturday before the third Sunday in May.
Rev. J. N. Fox, Mod.
Jeff Springston, Clk.
Saturday, May 18, 1895
The church met and after sermon by the Pastor proceeded to business. Minutes of previous meeting read and approved. Committee on Pastor's salary reported as follows: Jemima Corder $8.50, C. D. Springston $24.00 and Lizzie Newlon $10.25. Treasurer reported $2.25 on last year and $1.00 on present year. On motion the church proceeded to choose a Deacon. The vote being taken resulted in a tie between brethern S. J. Newlon and W. A. McCoy. On motion they were both declared the choice of the church by unanimous vote. On motion the Deacons and Ministers of Schilling, Rush Creek, Gilboa, Little Creek and Cedar Grove were invited to meet with Triplett Church on Saturday before the third Sunday in June to assist with the ordination of Deacons. On motion the church adjourned to meet on Saturday before the third Sunday in June.
Rev. J. N. Fox, Mod.
Jeff Springston, Clk
Saturday, June 15, 1895
The church met and after sermon by the Pastor proceeded to business. Minutes of previous meeting read and approved. Jemima Corder $1.00 + 8.50 = $9.50 the amount of her subscription to the Pastor's salary. Treasurer: _______. Names of Ministers and Deacons present at the ordination of brethern S. J. Newlon and W. A. McCoy: J. N. Burdette, B. R. Williams and R. P. Burk, Ephram McCown, G. T. West, and M. Sorrel. On motion the church adjourned to meet on Saturday before third Sunday in July.
Rev. J. N. Fox., Mod.
Jeff Springston, Clk.
July 20, 1895
The church met and after sermon, proceeded to business. Minutes of previous meeting read and approved. C. D. Springston $4.50 subscribed on Pastor's salary + 24.50 = $28.50. Treasurer reported $1.25 on the old year and $4.50 on the present year. On motion the church prepaired to meet the Association. Names of delegates appointed: S. J. Newlon, W. A. McCoy and Jeff Springston. On motion the church made May and October the time for Communion. On motion the above motion was made a part of the Rules of Decorum. On motion the church adjourned to meet on Saturday before the third Sunday in August.
Rev. J. N. Fox, Mod.
Jeff Springston, Clk.
The Triplett Baptist Church August 17, 1895
On motion bro. W. A. McCoy was elected Moderator. Minutes of previous meeting were read and approved. Treasurer reported $2.75 paid on last year and 25� on this year. Paid Sexton 85�. On motion bro. Wm. Craig was appointed to collect the back subscription for 1894. On motion the church adjourned to meet on Saturday before the third Sunday in September.
W. A. McCoy, Mod.
Jeff Springston, Clk.
August 18, 1895
Letter to the Association read and adopted. Amount of missionary money collected $5.50 also $1.00 to be paid for the printing of minutes.
The Triplett Baptist Church September 14, 1895
The church met and after sermon by the Pastor proceeded to business. Minutes of previous meeting were read and approved. On motion sister Clara Bartlett's report was received and committee discharged. Treasurer reported $1.50 on present year; also $2.50on last year and $2.10 paid to Sexton. On motion the church adjourned to meet on Saturday before the third Sunday in October.
Rev. J. N. Fox, Mod.
Jeff Springston, Clk.
The Triplett Baptist Church October 19, 1895
The church met and after sermon by the Pastor proceeded to business. Minutes of previous meeting read and approved. On motion sister Martha (Springston) Goff was granted a letter of dismission and recommendation to the Spencer Baptist Church. On motion Bro. William Craig's report was received and committee discharged. Treasurer reported $2.60 on 94 and 1.25 on 95. On motion the church adjourned to meet on Saturday before the third Sunday in Nov.
Rev. J. N. Fox, Mod.
Jeff Springston, Clk.
November 16, 1895
The church met in regular session. Sermon by the Pastor after which S. J. Newlon was elected Clerk protem. Report of committee called for. None reported. Treasurer reported $3.65 collected since last report. On motion that 25 cents in the hands of the Treasurer be paid to Sextons. On motion adjourned to meet on regular time.
J. N. Fox, Moderator
S. J. Newlon, Clk Protem
December 14, 1895
The church met and after sermon by the Pastor proceeded to business. Minutes of previous meeting read and approved. Treasurer reported $2.50 paid on Pastor's salary and 50 cents paid to Sextons. On motion the church proceeded to raise money to buy one dozen Select Gems. On motion the church adjourned to meet on Saturday before the third Sunday in January.
Rev. J. N. Fox, Mod.
Jeff Springston, Clk.
1896
Note: January 18, 1896
On motion Sister Flora Daniels was received for Baptism.
On motion Sister Cleora Hanger was received for baptism.
January 19, 1896
On motion sister Maggie Showen was received for baptism.
January 21, 1896
On motion bro. A. S. Showen was received for baptism.
On motion sister Mollie Hanger was received for baptism.
January 23, 1896
On motion sister and bro. Florence and Clark Stalnaker was received for baptism.
On motion sister Delpha Stine was received for baptism. On motion bro. William Stine was received on his experience.
On motion sister Mary Thomas was restored to the fellowship of the church.
January 24, 1896
On motion bro. and sister C. O. and Nannie Showen was received for baptism. On motion bro. Robert Stine was received for baptism.
On motion sister Zanna Corder was received for baptism.
Jeff Springston, Clerk
February 5, 1896
Church met and after sermon by the Pastor proceeded to business. On motion bro. J. S. West was elected Clerk protempore. Minutes of previous meeting were read and approved. On motion bro. J. W. Newlon was received by letter into the fellowship of the church from the First Baptist Church of Elkins West Virginia. On motion sister Bertha Springston was received for baptism. Treasurer reported $13.10 paid on Pastor's salary since last report and fifty cents on salary of Sexton. On motion church adjourned.
Rev. J. N. Fox, Mod.
J. S. West, Clerk Pro-tempore
March 14, 1896. The church met and after singing, reading and prayer proceeded to business. The moderator being absent, on motion brother J. A. Corder was elected moderator Pro-tempore. On motion J. S. West was elected Clerk Pro-tempore. Treasurer reported $4.25 on Pastor's salary eighty-two cents on Sexton's. The moderator appointed sisters Lizzie Newlon, Jemima Corder and brother C. D. Springston to solicit subscriptions for the Pastor's salary for the coming year. On motion brethern S. J. Newlon, W. A. McCoy and W. T. Craig were appointed a committee to employ a Sexton and report at the next regular meeting. On motion the Saturday before the third Sunday in April the church will proceed to elect a clerk. On motion adjourned to meet at regular time.
J. A. Corder, Moderator Pro-Tempore
J. S. West, Clerk Pro-Tempore
Sunday, March 15, 1896
Church was called to order for the transaction of business. On motion brother S. J. Newlon was elected moderator Pro-Tempore and J. S. West Clerk Pro-Tempore. On motion at the request of the Spencer Baptist Church delegates were appointed to assist in the ordinations of Deacons for said church. On motion, bros. S. J. Newlon and C. D. Springston were appointed as such delegates. On motion adjourned.
S. J. Newlon, Mod. Pro-Tempore
J. S. West, Clerk Pro-Tempore
April 18, 1896
The church met and after sermon by the Pastor proceeded to business. On motion sister Castenie Marks was received for baptism and the hand of fellowship was given. Sister Corder rep0rted $11.00 subscribed on pastor's salary. Bro. C. D. Springston reported $17.50 on pastor's salary. Treasurer reported $7.10 on last year's salary of pastor and $3.55 on present year. Treasurer reported $.40 for Sexton. On motion each member was made a committee of one to solicit, collect and pay at least one cent per month for incidental expenses. On motion each member present was made a committee to notify each member not present. On motion Bro. Jeff Springston's resignation as clerk was accepted. On motion J. S. West was chosen Clerk by acclamation. On motion a committee was appointed to visit sister Martha Goff. Names of committee S. J. Newlon and W. A. McCoy. On motion the committee was instructed to investigate as to the reading of her letter granted by this church. On motion adjourned.
Rev. J. N. Fox, Moderator J. S. West, Clerk
May 16, 1896
The church met and after sermon by the Pastor proceeded to business. Report of committees called for. On motion the report of the committee to visit sister Martha Goff was received and committee discharged. On motion the hand of fellowship was withdrawn from the above named sister. On motion the report of the committee to hire a Sexton was received. Said committee employed bro. M. Showen at one dollar per month he furnishing the wood. Brother C. D. Springston reported 5.00 on pastor's salary since last report. Treasurer reported $1.25 on last year's salary of pastor and $5.10 on current year. Treasurer reported $2.26 for incidentals. Paid old Sexton 92 cents leaving $2.34 in hand of Treasurer. On motion Treasurer was authorized to purchase broom, duster etc. for church. On motion Treasurer was ordered to pay Bro. Showen $.25 cts. due him on special contract. On motion the incidental Sunday collection was dispensed with. On motion adjourned.
Rev. J. N. Fox, Mod. J. S. West, Ch. Clerk
From Stumptown Baptist Church. Church met and after sermon proceeded to business. On motion, Sister Sophia Morford was elected Clerk Protempore. On motion sisters Lydia Radabaugh, Florence West, May Chenoweth and brother C. F. West were received by letter from the Schilling Regular Baptist Church. On motion adjourned.
Rev. J. N. Fox, Moderator
Sophia Morford, Clerk Protempore
Sunday, June 21, 1896
The church was called to order for the transaction of business. On motion the time of holding regular meeting was changed to Saturday before the second Sunday in each month. On motion adjourned.
J. N. Fox, Moderator
J. S. West, Clerk
July 11, 1896.
The church met and after sermon by the Pastor proceeded to business.
1. Bro. C. F. West received the hand of fellowship.
2. Sister Jemima Corder reported $12.30 cents subscribed on pastor's salary and Bro. C. D. Springston $23.50
3. Treasurer reported $4.25 on pastor's salary for current year and $1.50 on past year's salary of pastor.
4. On motion it was ordered that we devote one week to the service of the Lord commencing at our next regular meeting.
5. On motion a committee was appointed to devise a plan to raise money for missions. Names of committee: Jemima Corder, W. A. McCoy and W. T. Craig.
6. On motion, Bro. C. D. Springston, C. F. West and J. S. West were appointed a committee to revise the church record.
7. On motion, adjourned.
Rev. J. N. Fox, Moderator
J. S. West, Ch Clk.
August 8, 1896. The church met and after sermon by the pastor, proceeded to business.
1. Sisters Castena and Isabella Marks received the hand of fellowship.
2. On motion the report of the committee to revise the church record was received and committee discharged.
3. Sister Corder reported $18.20 subscribed on pastor's salary.
4. On motion the report of the committee on missions was received and committee discharged.
5. Treasurer reported $2.9 for incidental expenses.
6. Treasurer reported $1.00 on last year's salary of pastor and $3.25 on current year.
7. On motion the hand of fellowship was withdrawn from Warren Mace.
8. On motion, adjourned.
Rev. J. N. Fox, Moderator
J. S. West, Ch. Clk
Sunday Aug. 9, 1896
On motion brethern Jeff Springston, J. A. Corder were appointed delegates to the association. On motion, adjourned.
Rev. J. N. Fox, Moderator
J. S. West, Clerk
Notes: August 15, 1896
On motion the church sends her deacons to the Standing Stone Baptist Church in Wirt County to assist in ordaining two ministers.
Sunday, August 16, 1896
On Motion sisters Lillie West and Lillie Hanger were received for baptism.
J. S. West, Clerk
September 12, 1896
The church met and after sermon by the pastor proceeded to business.
1. On motion sister Myrtle Marks was received by letter from the Broad Run Church.
2. Sister Jemima Corder reported $1.25 on pastor's salary since last report.
3. On motion the Clerk was appointed to prepare a letter to the Association.
4. Sister Lydia Radabaugh and brethern J. W. Newlon and Fred Springston were appointed alternate delegates to the Association.
5. Treasurer reported $1.98 since last report.
6. Treasurer reported $1.78 for Home Missions, $4.09 for State and $2.29 for Foreign Missions.
7. On motion adjourned.
Rev. J. N. Fox, Moderator
J. S. West, Clerk
Note: September 13, 1896. Sisters Lillie Hanger and Lillie West were baptized by pastor at Pup Run.
Saturday, October 10, 1896
The church met and after sermon by the pastor, proceeded to business.
1. Delegates to the Association reported.
2. Treasurer reported $6.15 on pastor's salary and $.20 for incidentals.
3. On motion adjourned
Rev. J. N. Fox, Mod.
J. S. West, Clerk
Saturday, Nov. 7, 1896
The church met and after sermon by the pastor, proceeded to business.
1. Sister Lizzie Newlon reported $9.50 subscribed on pastor's salary.
2. Treasurer reported $2.00 paid on pastor's salary since last report and $.50 for incidentals.
On Motion, adjourned
Rev. J. N. Fox, Moderator
J. S. West, Clerk
Saturday, December 12, 1896
The church met and after sermon by Rev. J. N. Burdette substitute for pastor, proceeded to business.
1. On motion Rev. Burdette was made Moderator Pro-tempore.
2. Treasurer reported $.90 cents on pastor's salary and $.72 on incidental expenses.
On motion adjourned
Rev. J. N. Burdette, Moderator
J. S. West, Church Clk.
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