Now there was no turning back. The hatred only grew. These horrible acts of violence took place on New Year's Eve in 1887. A poor man named Ellison Mounts was hanged in December 1889 for allegedly taking part in this raid, while old Devil Anse Hatfield hid out in the hills until his death in 1921. Hatred tears apart communities, yet is often the easiest path to take.
Peace brings benefits to all, yet is the path that requires the most effort on each person's part.
It also means leaving all shotguns behind. Liz Conroy, originally from Ohio, worked for several years in hospital administration. She is an Athens homemaker caring for two young daughters.