Collectibles: The Second Oldest Profession by Jess Carr - Nite of Makin' Likkerby Morris Stephenson - If Trouble Don't Kill Me by Ralph Berrier - and a whole lot more. We've got 2020 moonshine T-shirts! $5 each at the History Museum (add $5 s/h - call for pricing on multiple orders). The average household size was 2.44 and the average family size was 2.84. $23.95 plus $8 s/h. He said some books and movies portray moonshiners as dumb, drunk, ignorant hillbillies. Artist/historian Doug Minnix drew old stores from the Callaway community on the calendar pages and included a brief history of each plus a map for finding the sites. They got on that electric fence and they were raising cane, so dads listening on the scanner and said dont get out of bed lay down today the law is at the house.. 1) features photos recalling the service of 422 of the more than 2,000 known Franklin County men who served in the Confederate military. "I carried the almost-square pistol in my right back pants pocket for about six months. Spirits of Just Men - Mountaineers, Liquor Bosses and Lawmen in the Moonshine Capital of the World by Charles D. Thompson Jr. (Paperback. And those sales indicate that the county's moonshining history still fascinates decades after its heyday. If youre looking to explore an area of Southwest Virginia that is immersed in beauty, history, and moonshine, Franklin County has to be on your list. [6], Historians estimate that in the 1920s, 99 of every 100 Franklin County residents were in some way involved in the illegal liquor trade. Rainfall around a half an inch. A production by Don Bull, Smith Mountain Lake. to set the record straight about moonshiners. 4 talking about this. Dr. John Henry Pinkard - African American Legend of Franklin County and the Roanoke Valley by Michael E. Blankenship. Instructions on the sack. Mar 8, 1991 Updated Jun 6, 2019. Moonshine was called a. Franklin is represented by Republicans David Suetterlein and Bill Stanley in the Virginia Senate, Republicans Wren Williams and Kathy Byron in the Virginia House of Delegates, and Morgan Griffin in the U.S. House of Representatives. Here are the prices: medium/large/x-large - $16 each. Adkins said perhaps the true story of what happened on those country roads in the 1930s will never be known. Alive with the peculiar genius of the eighteenth-century Virginian, it resounds with the crash of falling oak, the bark of the long rifle, and the shout of the popular preacher." Call if you'd like shipping prices. By continuing to use this website, you agree to their use. $35 plus $10 s/h or call us for curbside pickup. So he went to the garden and cut three cabbage heads to give his cousin for boot. but this one is a collectible. [7] The bootleggers became involved with gangsters from Chicago and other major cities, and some local law enforcement officials were part of the criminal activities and killing of competitors. 6 - 120 pages ( $20 plus $7 s/h). We've got the original black and white and a smaller version now colorized. 1255 Main Street Rocky Mount VA 24151 Phone: 540-483-3030 Email. These 3 men bootlegged gallons and gallons of moonshine all over the state of Virginia and were some of the best at it. Mailing address: FCoHS, PO Box 905, Rocky Mount, VA 24151. Some are collections of poems. The back of the wood piece has the iron's history, thanks to Doug Minnix who actually did the branding. When the grand jury did meet, they indicted 34 Franklin County residents. The Bondurant Brothers: Franklin County, VA Moonshine Conspiracy. Twin Creeks has a small-batch copper still thats used for some specialty spirits (everything else is made on-site but in larger stills). The alleged conspiracy was uncovered by federal agent Colonel Thomas Bailey, who after distinguishing himself as a hero in World War I, became an undercover agent for the federal government. Huge thanks to Doug Minnix with help from Alan Messenger in collecting the information. A partial listing is provided. Ancestry John Edward Cavendar ($20 plus $7 s/h), Eichenburg. Using age-old distilling techniques and locally sourced ingredients, owner Chris Prillaman and the team do not disappoint. I couldnt get through to them I sent a letter back saying, Ill put a serial number on it if you want me to but I didnt buy it commercially, and finally they quit sending me letters.. A must-have for collectors and those interested in the War as well as family researchers. Those accused included elected officials, business owners and operators, likker makers and transporters and even a mercantile business itself. If you need help with the Public File, call 540-512-1558. Collected by Claude Holland ($20 plus $8 s/h), Holland: Rebellion Letters 1800s($12 plus $8 s/h). [9] The writer Matt Bondurant had ancestors in the area, whose exploits during this period inspired his historical novel, The Wettest County in the World (2008). This button displays the currently selected search type. His grandfather and father have experience making illegal alcohol. Mills' book captures in print the rich lore that the legally blind storyteller carries in his head and heart. What Does the XXX on Moonshine Jugs Mean? Defense attorney Andrew Davis argued the brothers were nowhere near the murder sites on either night. Soft Cover. Raney Collection Index ($5 plus $3 s/h) Useful tool for researchers. Hot lead smashed the driver side window and struck Simmons in the head.. Descendants of Hugh Donough Nowlan ($15, $7 s/h), Nowlin, Rakes, Radford Collection ($8 plus $6 s/h), Perdue. County Seat of the 'Moonshine Capital of the World' Franklin County, Virginia! Low 53F. All testified on one day, saying either they were with or saw the Dulings on the day of the murders, the article reads. At the trials it was said that Richards was the money man. If both are bought at the same time, postage of $18 will do it. Very limited supply. They are the main characters in, Franklin County, and subsequently Smith Mountain Lake, was the setting for Touchstone Pictures 1991 film ", This page was last edited on 5 January 2023, at 19:52. Mystery of 1935 moonshine conspiracy continues. Our product can substitute anywhere a good vodka or a good rum would go., Underwood and his business partner, Pat Sisk, started distilling as a hobby in 2012. Here's a sample page. The last of the offering of 150 numbered statues are $175 each but only for a limited time. Hill Project book - A Preservation Project by Franklin County Historical Society. Holland: Vol. The area is also a great place to locate moonshine stills. Callaway history. Theyre some of the smartest men Ive ever been around my entire life.. Thanks to PurpleDog Promotions for another great design! We absolutely loved the fat grilled burrito with sausage, cheese, and eggs. This is the story of Paul and Hubbard Duling, two brothers from the backwoods of Nicholas County, who fought the law and almost won. It is a pain in the butt with the laws. A deposit of $50 holds your number. After all the testimony, the defense made a motion for a directed verdict, but it was denied by the judge. After days of deliberation, the jury returned a guilty verdict with the recommendation of 99 years in prison. The federal government suggested it had been defrauded $5.5 million in excise whisky taxes ($95 million in today's money), and thus brought forth the "Great Moonshine Conspiracy" trial of 1935. Soft cover. Full name allows only a maximum of 46 characters. [3] The Roanoke River forms its northeast boundary with Bedford County. It was enough to send authorities to Beckley and then Nicholas County where they arrested five members of the Duling family and took them to the Beckley jail. All the money goes to our museum display projects. Seeing one of the cars nearby, he drew his service revolver, but that action was greeted with another hail of shots from the .12-gauge, striking the officer, sending him to the ground. Quick Links. $20 each. Franklin County Virginia Moonshine. One of nine children, Mills was 6 years old when his mother died. Old-timers remember stories about the event, but those who are under five or six decades of age are too young to recall them. And, when it comes to Franklin County, moonshine. Somehow, he and Stephenson never crossed paths. Great resource. Camping And Lodging Along The Blue Ridge Parkway, George Washington and Jefferson National Forests, Micro-Brasseries et Cidreries Artisanales, Spend a History-Packed Weekend in Fredericksburg, Abingdon: Your Gateway to Southwest Virginia. New collections of Mrs. Mann's papers donated by her daughter Karen Comet. 489 Floyd Highway South, Floyd, Va.; Thursdays-Sundays, various times. Also works for corn on the cob. The first trial ended with a hung jury, the second concluded in a mistrial, and finally a conviction was agreed on after days of deliberation by a jury of men in Salem, Va. $15 plus $8 s/h, Blankenship, Descendants of Abraham Abram Blankenship ($20 plus $9 s/h), Bowman, Standeford, Watkins, Hill, Ferguson, Linus - Collection ($20 plus $8 s/h), Brooks Family ($25 plus $8 s/h). Hard back. $19.95 (add $8 s/h). Although not all books are indexed and not all include documentation of resources, these works provide clues and proofs to assist others researching the same families. Describes the east-west migration of Franklin County's earliest settlers. I had just put up an electric fence that weekend, where my horses was at. The first car overtook the police cruiser and rounds from a .45-caliber pistol and blasts from a .12-gauge shotgun ripped into the cruisers back window, beginning a volley of back-and-forth gunfire, recorded accounts go. Visitors to the companys newly opened tasting room can sample the products some of which are available only at the distillery and get a lesson on how the liquor came to be. Franklin County is located in the Blue Ridge foothills of the Commonwealth of Virginia. (renews at {{format_dollars}}{{start_price}}{{format_cents}}/month + tax). We put the roofs on churches, We built schools. Editor's Note: This story was originally published March 9, 1991. In Virginias Franklin County, moonshiners step into the light, Nigerias Tinubu wins presidential election; opposition cries foul. "You can't make every word in a story true.". 'The Untold Stories of Notorious Franklin County Moonshiner Amos Law." Just contact us. Call or email for a list of designs. Moonshine theme books - including The Second Oldest Profession by Jess Carr! Beckley residents came out en masse to observe the parade of police vehicles moving the prisoners to the West Virginia-Virginia line.. The mountain has a long history of moonshining. An interesting angle presented during the grand jury hearing was that the motive for the murders of Simmons and Jefferson was mountain justice. Shooting Creek is the place where the history of those two traditions cross. "I got close to it a time or two," Mills said. 1 - collected by Claude Holland ($10 plus $5 s/h), Holland: Miscellaneous No. There were 22,717 housing units at an average density of 33 per squaremile (13/km2). In this 1979 photograph, Morris Stephenson poses with portions of the 'cemetery still' moonshine operation discovered in Franklin County that featured 18 800-gallon submarine type stills.. Use as a holiday ornament, package tie-on -- or dangle one from your sun visor! Looking for something? The one fellow in particular who took me under his wing, he was all about making craft spirits, Prillaman says. Jamison. The color is actually Vintage Heather Blue altho' this pictures shows darker. Thomas also confessed he purchased his moonshine from the Dulings, instead of the locals, Thompsons book explains. A more intimate setting to socialize with friends and family, Hammer Forge hosts fun events like paint and sips, trivia nights, and live music. In the woods, you dont do paperwork, he says. Please call for ordering information including availability, most current shipping and handling charges, or to check on recent additions. Very limited number available at $5 plus $5 s/h. More selections are available. We are a 501(c3) organization operated five days a week Sloan quickly regretted the transaction, Mills recounts. Families whose kinfolk produced and sold corn liquor and apple brandy in years past now seem to embrace with pride the lawbreaking that once might have embarrassed them. 271 pages. The men told investigators they never saw the shooters, but reported the vehicle as either a Ford or Chevrolet that did not have a license plate attached to the front. Necessity is the mother of invention. We are really showing the history and the heritage of what it took to make these spirits back in the day.. The price remains $35 with $10 s/h or call to arrange pick up. ", "The stories are based on truth," Mills said recently. Here is the story of the Duling brothers and the Moonshine Mafia. Just because a guy wears bib overalls and works in the woods, theres this misconception that hes this uneducated hillbilly. After you take time to treat yourself and build up an appetite, its time to enjoy award-winning dining from one of many area eateries. Henry Lee Law (left) stands with his father, Amos Law. According to the U.S. Census Bureau, the county has a total area of 712 square miles (1,840km2), of which 690 square miles (1,800km2) is land and 21 square miles (54km2) (3.0%) is water. Sorry, there are no recent results for popular commented articles. Color one is $10 plus $8 s/h. Stephenson's self-published book went on sale in December. Huge thanks to Doug Minnix with help from Alan Messenger in collecting the information. In those days, Stephenson frequently accompanied agents, state and federal, when they raided moonshining operations in the county. The evidence against them seemed even more slim after Paul and Hubbard provided alibis and denied any involvement. Meeting Minutes from the old Pigg River Primitive Baptist Church! the museum's latest collection of stories by Callaway native Frank Mills, 75, a former moonshiner. We have a now very limited number of these publications featuring lots of local photographs. Ferrum College Franklin County, VA Moonshine Capital. Due to recent postal mail increases, please add $10 s/h. These are great for microwave use as they're padded to save your hands when heating food. Family Books Available in the Research Library. Just south of. Unknown Hill ($12 plus $8 s/h). Stephenson's newspaper story about the 1966 bust of Philpott's operation apparently rankled. This murder scene closely mirrored the one where Richards was killed. Sports teams, CSA,Coca-Cola, camouflage, doggie bones and more. [4] The Piedmont and backcountry areas were largely settled by Scots-Irish, who were the last major immigrant group from the British Isles to enter the colonies before the Revolutionary War. The second trial started a short time later, but a mistrial was quickly declared when it was discovered that a number of the jurors were biased. Its also the mountain music center of the universe. Photos and more. As of the 2020 census, the population was 54,477. Call if you're interested to be sure we still have one for you. Names of all the companies raised in Franklin County for the Confederate military are engraved on the statue base. We enjoyed our meal on the picnic tables out front on a beautiful morning with a cool breeze. Call to check recent additions for other families. Can be shipped - call for pricing. Then, on a July night in 1936, the frogs were croaking and a slight breeze was blowing as Roanoke County sheriffs Deputy Simmons finished his shift and headed home. Now, we will take a deeper look at moonshine operations and where locals could get a. Our first location on the list is located in Rocky Mount is Twin Creeks Distillery. Got 'em all year long! As Adkins wrote, in the subsequent trials it was proved that the whiskey ring included criminal involvement by federal Prohibition agents, a former Franklin County sheriff, four deputies and a plethora of officeholders, including the Commonwealths attorney, Charles Carter Lee, grandnephew of Virginias most revered son, Confederate Gen. Robert E. Lee. He didnt jump out of the car. People live there who commute to work in the urbanized areas of Roanoke, Lynchburg, Martinsville, and Danville. Let us know which design you'd like. 2xl are $18 each. . Moonshine still is discovered beneath 'cemetery' in Virginia . Lee and two deputies were acquitted.. Letters, research papers, notes. A good read even if your folks never set foot in this church! Or , of course, pick one up! Located just across from the Harvester Performance Center is Rocky Mount Burger Company. "I had to run. 0. $200 plus $20 s/h. FRANKLIN COUNTY, Va. Henry Lee Law is a third-generation moonshiner. The final stop of this trip took us to Franklin County Distillery, just a short distance from Hammer Forge Brewery. The Franklin County conspiracy case went to jury at 3:10 p.m. on June 29 and a verdict was reached on July 1. At what was then the longest trial in state history, 31 people were convicted, but their jail sentences were relatively light (two years or less). T. Keister Greer's history The Great Moonshine Conspiracy Trial of 1935 (2002) covered the trial and its background in the county. the flowers were artificial, and state and federal agents say the only thing buried at the Franklin County cemetery turned out to , be a moonshine still. Many people have used it to make moonshine and it belongs in every moonshiners library. 1.21% of the population were Hispanic or Latino of any race. This book features original art on the cover by Doug Minnix. Overton, who would become the county's sheriff, and other law enforcement officers advised Stephenson to take the threats seriously. We've got lots of designs. Again, no eyewitnesses or so the suspects thought. There were 18,963 households, out of which 29.10% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 60.10% were married couples living together, 9.40% had a female householder with no husband present, and 26.60% were non-families. Coordinates: 3659N 7953W / 36.99N 79.88W / 36.99; -79.88. Collected by Claude Holland. There are stories of biplanes landing in fields on the night of the murders. Moonshine Madness in Franklin County, Virginia WSLS 10 75.6K subscribers Subscribe 2.7K views 1 month ago The Moonshine Capital of the World: Franklin County, Virginia. Holland: John Henry Holland Family ($15 plus $6 s/h), Holland: John M. Holland Plantation ($6 plus $5 s/h), Holland: Letters from War($10 plus $5 s/h), Holland: Miscellaneous No. [8] "Between 1930 and 1935 local still operators and their business partners sold a volume of whiskey that would have generated $5,500,000 in excise taxes at the old 1920 tax rate. Our exhibit is in progress so no more will be made. Descendants of John Jamison ($20 plus $6 s/h), Linus, Hill, Bernard Family Letters $12 plus $6 s/h, Mann Collection Index ($15 spiral bound, $5 stapled sheets - add $2 s/h for sheets/$5 booklet). [Read the Rest], The "XXX" on moonshine jugs is a classic symbol.Everyone instinctively knows that XXX written on a jug indicates it contains moonshine, but what does that symbol mean? Site by Howl'n Dog Designs, We are a 501(c3) organization operated five days a week, Allman. We wanted to source our corn locally and encourage local farmers to plant the corn, says Underwood, who started the distillery, located in an converted industrial building in neighboring Floyd County, in 2016. Follows the 6-year career of Amos Law and includes some of Henry's exploits as well. Here you will find toys, records, and other memorabilia from the 70s, 80s, and beyond. Click here to take a moment and familiarize yourself with our Community Guidelines. Hours 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. One chapter describes how Jabe Sloan and a cousin decided to swap wives. Join us as we capture traditions, tales & adventures from the past. People see clear liquor and they think, Golly, thats moonshine. Microwave bowl holders! Theres something about it, you making it and getting away from the law, something about when the man tries to bulldog you to ground and you just lost 3 or 4 thousand dollars, but yet you got away, that feels good, he said. Mills has several other books published and sold by the historical society. In Franklin County, Virginia alone there were 77 legal distilleries. However, many people may not realize that it has strong roots in Virginia. For every 100 females there were 97.20 males. Assistant U.S. Attorney Karen Peters filed a motion in federal court Monday asking that the government give the sugar to the orphanage in Salem. During the trials it was discovered that Franklin County produced between 500 and 1,000 gallons of moonshine daily and not an ounce could leave the county without a substantial monetary. Holland: Thomas J. Holland ($18 plus $6 s/h). If you can buy just one book about making likker in Franklin County, this is the one to get. On a clear day, be prepared to take in breathtaking scenic views of the lovely mountain ranges within Franklin County. Orphanage chefs will use the sugar to make extra holiday sweets for the kids, with plenty of sugar left over for day-to-day use, Cobbs said. They showed up about 12 hours too late, he says. Begin your trip on the main strip and make sure you treat yourself to some classic finds in Olds School vintage store. During the trials it was discovered that Franklin County produced between 500 and 1,000 gallons of moonshine daily and not an ounce could leave the county without a substantial monetary tribute, called granny fees, paid to law enforcement and local officials, accounts report. Chance of rain 100%. Perhaps, Thompson is oversimplifying the story, because Adkins, wrote the bar owner, was reluctant to snitch on the Duling clan, the reputed kingpins of the West Virginia moonshine trade. "Not long after, Overton gave me a small, hand-size .25 caliber pistol," Stephenson writes. You have permission to edit this article. $12 each (add $5 s/h). Thanks to those who provided more photos. [3] Weve been doing a lot of dreaming, figuring out what we can do with it.. The goal is to highlight the significance of moonshine to Franklin County. We've got Law-theme t-shirts and hats ($18 each). Sold in glass Mason jars. Call for availability before ordering. It was the third trial that ended a two-year saga that began on a cloudless fall evening on Oct. 12, 1934, in the rolling hills of southern Virginia. As of the 2020 census, the population was 54,477. To find out more, please see our Privacy Policy. (A trial like this would not be possible in today's world.) At first, the local rumor was Richards was killed by his own people, law enforcement, after he said he would testify before a federal grand jury about police officers, deputy sheriffs and other powerful people profiting from the moonshine trade. 2022. In Nicholas County, its the same. [Read the Rest], The Foxfire Book is the original guidebook on making moonshine. [Read the Rest], The third annual Carolina ShineFest was held July 30-31 in Madison, NC. When I applied for my license in Richmond, they kept sending me papers back wanting serial numbers we built everything we built our steels, he said. The actual production of the whiskey, the only thing thats different for me is Im inside and dont have to worry about the weather. Thus in 1928, the "Moonshine Conspiracy," which eventually gave Franklin County national notoriety in 1935, was born. Smoot, Frank Dulings former sister-in-law, testified she accompanied Paul, Hubbard and their families to Roanoke shortly after Franks death where she heard the comments. Franklin County also acts as a gateway to the Blue Ridge Parkway, 'Round the Mountain Artisan Trails, and is of course the Moonshine Capital. Photos. Finally, a third trial was moved to Salem, county seat of Halifax County, Va. About 10 or 20 of the children ranging from ages 5 to 18 will stay at the center during the Christmas holidays while others visit relatives once school is out. MOONSHINE EXPRESS happening at Benjamin Franklin Middle School, 225 Middle School Rd,Rocky Mount,VA,United States, Rocky Mount, United States on Sat May 13 2023 at 09:00 am to 03:00 pm . Cruising down Rocky Mount Road, his partner, sheriffs Deputy Charles Boone, napped in the passenger seat. The Morning Delivery DECEMBER 19, 1930 Surviving the Shoot-out Moonshine Continues Forrest Bondurant Nov. 21, 1901- Dec. 4, 1965 Heroes or Anti-heroes Before long, three of the cars reach the narrow wooden bridge Collected by Claude Holland, indexed by Martha Young. Powell's vigorous destruction of backwoods distilleries impressed Stephenson. The Franklin County, Va. Moonshine Heritage Festival will be held at Crazy Horse Marina on April. Retirees have also moved in, and both groups have increased the county's population. At the time of European encounter, mostly Siouan-speaking tribes lived in this area. Credit is given to those researchers/editors known to us. Five Mile Mountain Distillery owner Kerry Underwood wants to make sure his moonshine carries on another tradition: keeping the business as local as possible, starting from the ground up. (The title was based on a statement by Anderson.) CONNECT WITH US. The moonshiners, thats what its all about, Law said. A few colonists moved into the area before the American Revolutionary War, but most settlement happened afterward, as people moved west seeking new lands. One of the latest published by us is Maple Grove United Methodist Church Cemetery Book 2020. There were also migrants from coastal areas, including free people of color, who moved to the frontier to escape racial strictures associated with the slave society of Virginia. Boone later said he first thought his car had blown a tire until he saw blood covering the fatally injured Simmons. Sources carefully documented including German resources. Copies are $29 each while they last - with $10 s/h or pick up. 3 - 140 pages ($32 plus $7 s/h). Mann, Gertrude Mann Collection Vol. Says Stanley: Were still making money off of moonshine.. About 7.30% of families and 9.70% of the population were below the poverty line, including 12.70% of those under age 18 and 9.80% of those age 65 or over. Genesis of a Virginia Frontier - The Origins of Franklin County, Virginia, 1740-1785 by T. Keister Greer. We invite you to taste local history with Franklin County Distilleries. ), Franklin County Killin' Vol. The 1850s era branding iron will be displayed at the History Museum. Holland: Vol. If you are ordering multiple copies, we are able to ship UPS and can get a price for the lot, if you wish. Nice gift for you - or someone else! The college continues to operate under the auspices of the Virginia Annual Conference of the United Methodist Church and the United Methodist Women of the Virginia Annual Conference. Moonshine is a big deal around here, its legal now most places, said Linda Stanley, managing director of the Franklin County Historical Society. If youre looking for some family fun and adventure, Franklin County is a must-see location you have to visit. Our first stop took us up to the mountain to Callaway, Virginia to Chaos Mountain Brewery. On this Wikipedia the language links are at the top of the page across from the article title. So Lumsden just had to just pay a fine and the cost of destroying the still.). "Yes sir, that was a good one . Some are softbound and noted. When expanded it provides a list of search options that will switch the search inputs . We figured if the moonshine was in Virginia, we could use it here.. Thanks and enjoy! Holland. We'll be updating as more soldier photos are located - and other information becomes available. This table excludes Latinos from the racial categories and assigns them to a separate category. There are rumors still floating around today in Franklin County, Va., about Carter Lee, Thomas Jefferson Richards and Clarence Big Boy Simmons. Well, some people do and they call it a martini, Underwood says. The school and mission church were used to serve the rural and mountain children of the county who could not get to the public schools in Callaway, Ferrum, or Rocky Mount. People who come to wineries want to see how that wine is made, says Susan Carter, Twin Creeks marketing manager. A Moment in Time has been reprinted (December 2020) and now includes 500 soldiers identified with a photograph! However, three of the boys seemed to hesitate and exchange glances before saying no. The owner also denied seeing such a vehicle. However, there are cool springs, lots of good water, a lot of forests, and you could drive right along the road, and right over the bank, people could be making liquor and you wouldnt even know. Softcover. Balance due on pickup. This distillery is a great location for not only superb moonshine, but also fine dining. "He carried around an ax he called 'Devil.' 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