Callaway Family
John Newton and descendants
Information collected by Scott O. Fraser, third great grandson of John Callaway
Part V
"HISTORY of BALDWIN COUNTY GEORGIA"
BY MRS. ANNA MARIA GREEN COOK
p. 286-288
THE CALLOWAYS OF BALDWIN COUNTY
During the latter part of the eighteenth century Jehu Callaway of Ireland decided to come to America for
the purpose of prospecting. His wife, Priscilla, accompanied him to the shore to bid him good-bye. The
trial of parting was so great that she boarded the vessel and came to America with him.
This couple settled in East Baldwin near the "Old Hall Place." A son of these parents was the father of
the Callaways of Milledgeville, namely; Augustus Washington Callaway, Lucinda Amanda Callaway, John
Francis Marion Callaway, Madison Jasper Callaway, Martha Missouri Callaway, Leonidas Newton
Callaway, Sarah Elizabeth Callaway, Nancy Clementine Callaway, Elisha William Callaway, Mary Emiline
Callaway, Richard Columbus Callaway.
These eleven descendants grew to maturity; but probably the most widely known of them were
Augustus Washington, (father of Mrs. T. L. McComb and Mrs. E. J. Flemister, of Milledgeville) and
Leonidas Newton (father of the late Dr. J. A. Callaway, of Milledgeville). These two brothers proved
themselves to be unusually capable, highly respected and useful citizens, each amassing quite a
competency for his family, as well as aiding others along the pathway of life.
A. W. Callaway, not being of robust health, was delegated by the constituted authorities to remain at
home during the Civil War and look after certain interests of the city,—especially to care for the women
and children. He was one of the six aldermen whose duty it became to surrender Milledgeville to
Sherman on his famous march to the sea. Through the request of these six councilmen, the
city was spared the torch. After the close of the war, L. N. Callaway represented Baldwin County in the
Lower House of the Legislature.
Written by,
MRS. LUCY P. WALKER, a grand-daughter of Sarah Elizabeth Callaway, who married Benjamin F. Brake.
Obituaries
Mr. John CALLAWAY, an old and respected citizen, died at the residence of Mr. E. TRICE, in this city, on
Thursday last. He was in the 82nd year of his age. (Union Recorder, Vol. X, 1870-1877)
Death of A. W. CALLAWAY (Augustus Washington)
"Our whole community has been made sad by the death of one of our most prominent citizens, Mr.
Augustus W. Callaway, who expired at his residence in this city on Thursday morning last, (9th hist.)
after a few weeks of severe illness, in the 47th year of his age. Thus in the vigor of manhood, with the
promise of a long life and extended usefulness, has passed away a polite and courteous gentleman, an
honest man, a genial companion, a warm friend, a kind brother, and an affectionate husband and father.
Born and reared in this county, he was well known, and his death is greatly regretted. While it has often
been asserted that he had more influence than any other man in the county, he was modest and
unassuming and sought for himself no high position, choosing rather, in a quiet way, to exert his great
influence for good to all those who sought his counsel and advice. Endowed by nature with a
strong mind, having a large experience in the affairs of life, of sterling integrity, great decision of
character, and a remarkably social disposition, it is not strange that he exerted a controlling influence
among his fellow men.
By his energy and frugality, he acquired a large property, but never, as is often the case, oppressed the
poor to put money in his own pocket; on the contrary, he did much to help them along, and many men
will remember Gus Callaway as their best friend. He was warmly attached to his native city, the
scene of his early struggles and seldom left it. To his family, his loss is irreparable, and the community
will long and deeply regret the removal of one of its strongest pillars. At the time of his death, he was
Justice of the Inferior Court, and a member of the City Council, and before the war was one of the most
prominent merchants of the city."
Jasper Calloway (Madison Jasper)
Jasper Calloway, a good and honored citizen of this county, living near Zebulon, died on Tuesday, and
was buried in the Zebulon cemetery. He was about 74 years of age. He was a good man. For many
years he had been a member of the Methodist church. He had the esteem and confidence of his
neighbors. Doubtless it is well with him in the land to which he has gone. The man who lives right
always dies right. and he is wortheir of being remembered than kings or conquerors. (The Sparta
Ishmaelite, Sparta, GA, February 23, 1900 - Vol. XXI, no. 45)
Death of Mrs. TRICE (Lucinda Amanda Callaway)
Mrs. Lucinda A. Trice, widow of the late Ezekiel Trice, died at her home on Friday last, after a brief
illness, aged 69 years.
Mrs. Trice was on of our eldest and best beloved citizens. Her life was unselfish, kind and gently,
exemplifying in a remarkable degree practical christian excellence - she was as sweet in disposition as
she was quiet and unpretending. She was the eldest daughter of the late John Callaway, and after her
mother's death she was a mother, friend and counselor to a large family of younger brothers and sisters,
and reared several of her nephews and nieces. She was devoted to her relatives and friends, and
hundreds of persons who received kindness at her hands rise up and bless her memory.
She was buried at 11 0'clock Sunday morning. The funeral services were held at the Baptist church, the
pastor, Rev. J.D. Chapman, officiating. The services were largely attended. The following gentlemen
acted as pall-bearers: Messr. Joseph Staley, R.N. Lamar, B.T. Bethune, W.H. Jewell, Adolph Jospeh and S.
Barrett (Union Recorder, March 19, 1889)
Death of Mr. L.N. Callaway (Leonidas Newton)
Another old citizen passes away. The death of Hon. L.N. Callaway which occured at 5 o'clock last
Wednesday afternoon, at his home in this city produced profound sorrow throughout the county.
During his illness of two weeks everything possible was done to add to his comfort and prolong his life,
but he continued to grow worse until the end came.
The funeral services were held at his late residence Thursday afternoon at 5 o'clock, and conducted by
his pastor Rev. J.W. Wray, of the Baptist church. All the business houses in the city were closed and
marked respect was shown to his memory. Hundreds of citizens gathered at the home of the man who
had taken an active interest in the affairs of the city for more than half a century, to pay their last tribute
of affection. Many floral offerings from every part of the city wer laid upon his casket.
The pall-bearers were, Messrs. T.W.Turk, L.H. Thomas, E.T. Alling, O.M. Cone, R.N. Lamar and Dr A.M.
Jackson.
Leonidas Newton Callaway was a native of Baldwin county and was seventy years of age. In early youth
he came from the country home of his father to this city, to clerk for his elder brother, Mr. A.W.
Callaway. In this country home of his parents a very large and interesting family was reared, who in days
past took an active part in the business and social affairs of this city and county. Most of them
preceeded Mr. Callaway to the grave.
In his young manhood Mr. Callaway served Baldwin county as Tax Collector for many years. In 1888 he
was elected to the legislature and in connection with Hon. Robert Whitfield, who was in the Senate, did
the county valuable service.
Mr. Callaway was quite and unassuming in his manners, but firm in his convictions, a man of good
judgement and lovable social qualities. He was very popular though out the country and could at any
time have been elected to any office in the gift of her people, had he so desired. For many years past he
refused to run for any office and has led a very guite life. Mr. Callaway leaves a wife and son, Dr. J.A.
Callaway, one brother Mr. Jasper Callaway, and 3 sisters: Mrs. Elizabeth Brake, Mrs. J.A. Greden, and
Miss. Nancy Callaway. (Union Recorder)
Death of Miss Nancy Callaway (Nancy Clemetine)
The many friends of Miss Nancy Callaway will be pained to here of her death, which occurred at her
home in this city, last Sunday night about 7 O'clock.
She had been ill for many months and was a great sufferer. She has been a consistent member of the
Baptist church for many years.
The funeral services were held at the Baptist church at 3:30 yesterday afternoon, Rev. J.A. Wray
officiating. (Union Recorder, February 5, 1901
Mr. Richard C. Callaway (Richard Columbus) died at the residence of his sister, Mrs. Trice, on last
Saturday evening. He will be buried to day (Tuesday) with military honors by the Baldwin Blues, of
which Company he was a member. Many relatives and friends mourn his departure. (Union and
Recorder, January 12, 1875)
Death of Mr. E.W. Callaway (Elisha William)
Mr. William Callaway died at the residence of his brother Mr. L.N. Callaway, in this city, on last Sunday
morning. He had been in feeble health for many months, and was conscious of his approaching
dissolution. He was one of the proprietors of the Milledgeville Hotel, in connection with Mr. E. Trice, at
the time it was destroyed by fire. He was a quite, inoffensive man, full of the milk of human kindness,
and, at least, had no enemies. He was a member of the Masonic fraternity, and was for many years, one
of the Stewards of Benevolent Lodge, and on festival occasions took great pride and pleasure in
contributing to the enjoyment of the brotherhood in these social reunions. Death has called him from
labor here, and we have reason to hope that his eternal rest, beyond the dark river, is peacful and
happy. He was buried with Masonic honors on Monday – (Union Recorder, December 3, 1873)
Mr. R. E. Callaway (Richard Eugene) died at his home on South Jefferson street Monday night, a few
minutes after seven o'clock, after an illness of a few days with pneumonia. Mr. Callaway is survived by
Mrs. Callaway and six children. At the time of his death Mr. Callaway was employed as night watchman
at the plant of the Oconee Brick and Tile Co. He rendered faithful service and was known as a quiet and
peaceful citizen. For a number of years he was an employee of the State Sanitarium. He has a number of
friends who regret his death. Arrangements for the funeral services have not been completed, but will
take place Thursday. (Union Recorder)
Death of Mr. Samuel Callaway. (James Samuel) Mr. Sam Callaway died at his home in Midway Monday
night after a long illness. He was an employee of the State Sanitarium for a number of years and was
held in high esteem by his employees and his fellows. He is survived by his wife and four children and a
number of relatives. The bereaved ones have the sympathy of many friends. (Union Recorder)
Mrs. Columbus Boyer (Laura M. Callaway)
Dead - On of the saddest of deaths was that of Mrs.Columbus Boyer, earlier last week. She leaves a
husband and a large number of children to mourn her loss. The entire county sympathizes with them in
the great bereavement. Rest her in peace. (The Ishmalelite
Sparta, GA, July 15, 1898 - Vol.XX- No. 14)
FRASER, Mrs. Annie Laurie (Callaway) age 93, of Birmingham, died February 6, 1995. She was a member
of Sixty-sixth Street Baptist Church. Visitation will be Wednesday from 6 until 9 p.m. at the funeral
home. Funeral service will be Thursday, February 9, at 11 a.m. at Roebuck Chapel with burial in Forest
Hill. The Rev. Joe Ray, the Rev. Byce Brown and Rev. Jimmy Dolan officiating. Survivors: daughter, Mrs.
Frances L. Story; sons, Owen K. Williams, Hollis C. Fraser, Jr. all of Birmingham; eight grandchildren and
fourteen great-grandchildren. Roebuck Chapel directing. (The Birmingham News, Birmingham, AL,
February 8, 1995)
Charlie A. Callaway (Charles Aquilla)
Graveside services for Charlie A. Callaway of 925 Highland View, NE will be at 2PM Sunday in Crest Lawn
Memorial Park with Dr. Harry Fifield and Dr. W.I. Howell officiating.
Mr. Callaway died Friday.
Survivors are his widow, the former Mary Louise Young; a son, James C. Callaway of Atlanta; a sister,
Mrs. Carlton F. Winn of Clinton, S.C., and brothes, J.K. and Sam Callaway. (Atlanta Journal Constiitution,
Sunday, April 11, 1965)