CLEVELAND COUNTY HERALD, CLEVELAND COUNTY, AR 1904 Obituaries ------------------------------------------------------------------------- USGENWEB NOTICE: In keeping with our policy of providing free information on the Internet, data may be freely used by non-commercial entities, as long as this message remains on all copied material. These electronic pages cannot be reproduced in any format for profit or other presentation. ------------------------------------------------------------------------- CLEVELAND COUNTY HERALD, CLEVELAND COUNTY, AR 1904 Obituaries File provided by Belinda Winston, Cleveland County Library All copyrights reserved. ------------------------------------------------------------------------- January 21, 1904 DORA STEWART We regret to learn of the death of Mrs. Dora Stewart, wife of Monroe Stewart at her home in Miller township. She was a daughter of Mr. J.W. Cole. ------------------ January 28, 1904 ANNIE REAP Mrs. Annie Reap died at her home in White Oak township Monday, Jan 25th 1904. Mrs. Reap was a Miss Emerson and in early life married Mr. Jesse Varnell with whom she lived pleasantly till his death and after remaining a widow some years she married Mr. Reap, but has again been a widow for several years. She leaves a family of children with which we sympathize in their loss. ------------------ J.M. WHEELER A good citizen and an upright Christian gentleman, a man who enjoyed the confidence, respect of all who knew him, has crossed that river that separates the living from the dead. Mr. J.M. Wheeler died at his home at Kingsland Wednesday Jan. 2?th 1904 at the advanced age of 80 years. He came to this county from Georgia a number of years ago and lived in Lee Township until the last few years. He was a member of the Methodist Church and devout Christian. He leaves a wife and two sons, Mr. Billie Wheeler of Orlando and Mr. C.K. Wheeler of Kingsland to mourn their loss and with others we sympathize in their sad bereavement. ------------------ February 18, 1904 ELIZA COOPER Old Aunt Eliza Cooper, sister-in-law of Mrs. Lucinda Cooper, was found dead in bed at the home of the latter Saturday morning. The old lady was apparently in good health the day before and it was quite a shock to the family when they found that she had died during the night. JUDGE S.T. MORGAN AND HIS BROTHER H.E. MORGAN A DEPLORABLE AFFAIR Judge Morgan and His Brother Shot At Kingland Saturday by J.D. Kight Kight Under the Influence of Whiskey Seldom is any community more shocked and grieved than was this Saturday evening when the sad news reached us that Judge S.T. Morgan and his brother, Mr. H.E. Morgan had been shot down on the streets of Kingsland by Mr. J.D. Kight, of that place, the former without the slightest provication and the latter with little, if any. Mr. Kight is a livery stable man at Kingsland and Mr. H.E. Morgan was driving for Frank Knickerocker, also a livery stable man of the same place. H.E. Morgan and Kight's driver were cutting rates in the morning and about 12 o'clock Kight and Morgan had a little difficulty near the depot and Judge Morgan ran from the Fortune Hotel to where his brother and Kight were having their trouble and got his brother and carried him up to the hotel. Ten or fifteen minutes later, Kight and Frank Kinkerbocker got into a fight during which the former drew his knife and ran the latter 15 or 20 steps and not catching him shut up his knife and was walking in the opposite direction when Kight drew his pistol and took after Knickerbocker and fired at him three times and followed him until he passed where the Morgan boys stood near the hotel and then turned and shot Judge Morgan through the side, the ball passing through the region of the heart, killing him almost instantly. He then shot H.E. Morgan through the side inflicting a mortal wound from which he died in a few minutes. Mr. Kight has lived in this county and has formerly borne a good reputation. Judge and Henry Morgan were born and reared in this county and while they were somewhat different in disposition they were each big hearted, good citizens, they had both been my life long friends. When they were friends to a man they were true as steel. They each left a young wife and a baby boy. Judge S.T. Morgan was in the 38th year of his life when his untimely death occurred. He was a man of great energy. When at work on the farm in his boy-hood days he strove to accomplish the greatest results. When at school, as a student he was obedient of the rules and strove to store his mind with useful information. As a teacher he was practical, patient and untiring in his efforts to accomplish much. As a county and probate judge he was honest watchful of the duties and capable. He was serving his second term as county and probate Judge and no county ever had a more faithful or efficient officer. He looked closely to every duty. He was a candidate for clerk of this county with fair prospects of election but he was not permitted to finish his race. He is gone. He was our friend true and tried and we love his memory. Several years ago he married Miss Lizzie Quinn of this place, with whom he lived pleasantly. She and a sweet little baby boy survive him. Henry was younger than Sam and he too was a noble hearted boy. He married Miss Griffin and his wife and little babe are left without husband and father. These boys in addition to their wives and babies leave, aged father four brothers and two sisters to mourn their loss. Their remains were laid to rest Sunday evening in the family burial ground in the Redland township in the presence of, perhaps, the largest concourse of people ever collected at a burial ground in this county. The last sad rites were conducted by Rev. McClintock, the pastor at Kingsland assisted Rev.E. Garrett. Peace to their ashes. March 3, 1904 JAS. REID Mr. A.K. Reid was called to Pine Bluff Tuesday by a dispatch announcing that his brother, Mr. Jas. Reid, was danerously ill from a stroke of paralysis and we are sorry to state that we have just learned that the latter died Tuesday night. We sympathize with our friend and fellowtownsman in his sad bereavement. W.J.GLOVER #1 It is with a feeling of sadness that we chronicle the death of ex-Assessor, W.J. Glover. He died at the home of his cousin, Mr. J.T. Glover, in Miller township Monday evening after a brief illness. He was taken to his bed with an accute attack of Pneumonia about a week ago and was a very sick man from the first. He was the son of Mr. John Glover and was born and reared near Randall. No more honest and honorable boy ever grew up in Cleveland County. He was thrice elected and as many times served his people as assessor. He was lately appointed committeeman for his township. A good man and an upright citizen is gone He leaves many relatives and friends to mourn their loss. March 3, 1904 MR. WM. JAGGARS Mr. Wm. Jaggars died at Pine Bluff and was brought to this county for burial on the 15th. Mr. Jaggars spent almost his entire life in this county and his friends are found wherever he was known. He formerly lived here in town but some time ago moved to Pine Bluff. His death was caused by an attack of measles followed by pneumonia. To his wife and children and a large number of relatives his death, coming while he was in full vigor of manhood, is a heavy blow. He was buried yesterday at the Wilson grave yard. March 10, 1904 WILLIAM J. GLOVER #2 Was born June 5, 1851, and died February 29th, 1904. He was taken sick with typhoid pneumonia February 17th, and lingered for twelve days. On the evening before his death Dr. Orto was summonded from Pine Bluff, but when the doctor arrived there were but few faint hopes of his recovery. His relatives and many friends stood by bedside, hoping his case was not a serious one. He spent almost all of his life in cleveland County. His mother dying when he was very young, he afterwards lived with his grandmother until he became of age. In his death the county looses one of her most honest and upright citizen. In 1890 he was elected Tax Assessor of Cleveland county and held that office for six years. He was a good assessor and no word of complaint has ever been said of his official dealings. He was a true model gentleman, respected for his worth as a man and citizen and sought for his service as a capable official He had the confidence of all the people which he had gained by his honest and integrity. His ideas of honesty and virtue were good and no one ever had a hard word to say against him. In 1898 he, with his uncle, bought a stock of goods and opened a store near Calmer. By honest and upright business__?__he received__?___ (remainder is unreadable) March 24, 1904 MRS. M.E. VICKARS We have just learned as we go to press, of the death of mrs. M.E. Vickars, mother of Messrs. Thos. and George Vickars. She was an estamable lady and we sympathize with her sons in their bereavement. April 7, 1904 BOY WRIGHT We have just learned that a small child of Mr. Robt. Wright, of Redland township, was burned to death Saturday. The child's clothing caught fire from the fireplace. The screams of the child were heard by Mr. Van Easterling who was plowing near by. He reached the child and extinguished the flames with his coat but the child lived only about four hours. April 28, 1904 IN MEMORY MRS. B.M. PARNELL About 1 O'clock Monday, April the 11th, God saw fit to take from us our beloved grandmother, Mrs. B.M. Parnell. She was confined to her bed only a short while with pneumonia. Her maiden name was Miss Sarah C. Robinson. She was born in Ala., July 29th 1826, grew to womanhood and at the age of 17 was married to Mr. B.M. Parnell, Jan. 11th, 1844. They moved to Bradley county, Ark., Jan. 1st, 1854, and settled near Parnell Springs, where they have resided continuously ever since, they live in Cleveland county in a stone's cast of Bradley county line, they have lived in three counties and never moved. Grandmother was 77 years, 8 months, and 13 days old, and never wore a pair of glasses, and was always able to do all her housework. She was the mother of 13 children and raised one graddaughter. She lived to see them all married and have families of their own. She was the first corpse ever in their home. She joined the Missionary Baptist church in Ala., when quite young and has ever since been a consistent member. She leaves a dear aged companion, who is in his 82nd year, and on a bed of affliction and has been ever since the 6th day of March. She also leaves, 7 children: Messrs. W.R. Parnell, J.M. Parnell, S.R. Parnell, L.B. Parnell, B.A. Barnett, Mrs. Jas. Bryant, and Mrs. Jas. Martin. One son and 5 daughters preceeded her to that better land. She leaves 65 grandchildren living and 19 have passed into eternity. She leaves 48 great grandchildren living and 13 are dead, making a total of 158 grandchildren and great grandchildren. Few can say so much. This couple was always blessed with good health, they lived together 60 years and three months. She was a true Christian, devoted wife, loving mother, and a good neighbor. "Aunt Sallie" as she was known will be missed by every one, especially the family will miss her. While our hearts are made sad over our loss, but our loss is her eternal gain, and we can only live and hope to meet dear grandmother on the other shore, where parting is no more. So we would say to the sorrowing ones, weep not as those who have no hope. Her remains were laid to rest Tuesday afternoon in the Mosley cemetery in the presence of a large concorse of relatives and friends. Rev. Gambell of New Edinburg, performed the last sad rites. " A Granddaughter" C.B. ATTWOOD Mr. C.B. Attwood died at his home about a mile and a half east of here Monday evening May 2nd, 1904 in the 58 year of his life. He was a native of South Carolina and came here with his father's family soon after the war. He served in the Confederate army, enlisting in the war when quite young. He served this county as tax assessor several terms following the organization of the county. He was a member of the Masonic fraternity. He leaves a sister, Mrs. J.L. Batchlor, of this place and four brothers, Messrs. G.C. and W.D. Attwood, of Redland township, Noble and E.B. Attwood of Smith township. His remains were buried at Temperance Chapel Tuesday by the Masons, Brother Scott performing the last sad rites. May 12, 1904 MRS. ANN VARNELL After al illness of several weeks, Mrs. Ann Varnell died at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Wm. Jaggars in Pine Bluff on Friday May 6th, 1904. Mrs. Varnell was a most estimable woman and after a long and useful life has entered into a haven of rest. She leaves three children, Mrs. H.N. Royster, Mrs. Wm. Jaggars and Mr. C.L. Varnell to whom we offer sympathy. June 9, 1904 MRS. FANNIE CONGER Most generally beloved was the subject of this short sketch and justly so. Kind of nature, gentle of spirit and faithfulness to duty with consecration to the cause of her beloved Master are attributes calculated to make anyone lovable and when that person has spent a long and useful life doing willingly the duty nearest hand, it renders them doubly dear and when death comes to find them ready to answer the summons with unflinching courage. Such a life was that of Mrs. Fannie Conger and such was her death. For several months she has been severely afflicted but with wonderful fortitude and patience she bore it all. She was about 60 years of age and has been a resident of this place for years. She died Thursday night June 2nd, 1904, at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Tom Golding and her remains were laid to rest Saturday. She leaves two sons, Messrs. W.L. and Marvin Conger and three daughters, Mrs. Andrew Sulivan, Mrs. Thomas Golding and Miss Cora Conger and an aged sister, as well as other relatives to whom her death is a severe trial. Thus has a good woman been called to her reward. June 16, 1904 W.K. VARNELL Died at the home of Mrs. Charles Hobson, Tuesday morning June 14th, 1904, Mr. W.K. Varnell aged 78 years, 3 months and 13 days. Mr. Varnell came here from Alabama when quite a young man and has lived on the place where he died for more than fifty years. He was married six times and has been a widower for many years. Mr. Varnell was an honest hardworking citizen, though for the last three or four years he has been almost an invalid. He leaves nine daughters and a host of friends to mourn his death. He was a Mason and a member of the Methodist church and in all the transactions and relations of life Mr. Varnell has been a true and trusted citizen. He was a kind, loving father and a good neighbor. June 23, 1904 MR. G.S. DICKINSON Mr. G.S. Dickinson, for years a prominent druggist, died at his home in Kingsland, Ark., June 19, 1904. He was a man of large social developements, a man of strong likes and dislikes. He was a valiant confederate soldier and one of the most devoted adherents to the lost cause. He was a Mason and a member of the Methodist church. July 7, 1904 MR. EARNEST SPEIGHTS Mr. Earnest Speights returned Sunday morning from Western Texas, where he had been in hopes of regaining his health. We are sorry to say, however, that the change of climate did not prove beneficial. He is now at his father's, Mr. W.B. Speights, at Toledo in a very critical condition. ---Later---Mr. Earnest Speights died yesterday, july 6, 1904, at 1 o'clock. July 21, 1904 MRS. MARTHA CHOWNING (#1 of 2) We open the forms to chronicle the death of Mrs. Martha Chowning, consort of the late Dr. T.W. Chowning which occured late yesterday evening a the home of daughter, Mrs. E.W. Emerson. July 28, 1904 DR. C. A. STANFIELD Died at the home of his daughter, Mrs. L.V. Sumerow, in Rison, Arkansas, Tuesday evening at 4:10 o'clock, August 2nd, 1904, Dr. C.A. Stanfield. He was born in Halifax county, Virginia, Feb. 6th, 1818 and was therefore 86 years, 5 months and 26 days old at the time of his death. He was the only surviving member of a family of thirteen children all of whom lived to be grown and useful citizens. In his childhood his father moved to Tennessee stopping one year in Middle Tennessee but the year following they moved to West Tennessee where he grew to man's estate. After completing his literary education at Union Academy he taught school a few years at the same time reading medicine. Later he read medicine under a distinguished physician at Trenton, Tennessee. My father first attended lectures at Louisville, Kentucky and later at Memphis, Tennessee. After graduation in medicine he began the practice at Colliersville, Tennessee. He also practiced a year at Holly Springs, Mississippi. In 1843 he came to Arkansas and located in the Mark's neighorhood where he practiced his profession a few years. In 1846 he located 1 mile north of where Toledo is now located where he lived until last fall when he came to Rison, and the following year was married to my mother, Miss Margaret Catherine Hooe of Pine bluff. They lived together 57 years till death came and separated them. To them were born eight children, five of whom preceeded my father to the world beyond. The wife and three of us are left behind. From my earliest recollections my father has done all in his power to relieve suffering humanity. Often I have known him to ride miles the darkest and rainiest of nights to see some suffering man or woman he knew that he would never receive a dollar for his services. I have known him to run the risk of being damaged himself to save his friends from trouble. I have never known him to fail to exert himself on the side of what he conceived to be right. He was ever ready to make any kind of sacrifice for his family or his friends. He told us, a few days before his death, that from his earliest days it had been a fixed purpose to be honest and truthful. He was anxious to remain with his family and friends but he gave us to understand that as to the future there were no fears. He had no trouble along that line. He was a member of the Masonic fraternity, a consistent member of the Methodist church and in my opinion, one of the truest of Chrisians. It is indeed, a hard thing to give him up though we realize that he has lived to a ripe old age. With the passing of this spirit there was removed from this sphere a soul of "purest ray sarene". Without idealization of our beloved one, we may speak of the combined strength and gentleness of his character, his unswerving loyalty, absolute truthfulness, and unquestioned honor. Broad and comprehensive in mind; with an unusual sense of responsibility and a heart attuned with those around him, he was one to whom the heart could turn in happiness and sorrow. When he no longer clasped the hands of those around his bed and his lips ceased to utter thoughtful words of consideration for those attending him, then indeed came sorrow keen as a sword, At the shine of his memory we bow in sorrow. He rests with God. We laid him to rest in the Rison cemetery. The funeral services were conducted at the house by Brothers J.H. W. Overton and B.F. Scott. MR. JAS.W.CURRY We have just learned with regret of the death of Mr. Jas. W. Curry, of Hurricane township, which sad event occured, Friday, July 28th, 1904, Mr. Curry was one of the substantial citizens of his section and was always found on the side of right. He was honest and honorable. He was a consistent member of the Baptist church. We sympathize with his widow and his children in their great bereavement. August 11, 1904 MRS. MARTHA V. CHOWNING (#2 OF 2) Mrs. Martha V. Chowning, wife of Dr. T.W. Chowning, breathed her last on earth at the home of her daughter, Mrs. E.W. Emerson, on July 20th, 1904. She was born near Montgomery, Ala., Aug. 11, 1830. Came to Arkansas with her father, Mr. Nathaniel Barnett, in 1839; she was married to Dr. Chowning Oct. 15th, 1845, a few years later she and her husband both professed religion and joined the M.E. church and ever after she lived close to God. For thirteen years before her death she was a great sufferer, but bore it all with the patience and resignation that is known only to God's children. Truly it is said of her "she was one of god's pure saints." Her bible was always in reach of her chair and she daily read and studied his word. It is hard to give her up. Our home is so lonely without her pure presence and sweet words of counsel but she was ready and willing to go and join her husband and children gone before and we know that while our hearts are breaking here she is happy and at rest. Sleep on sweet mother "we loved thee well, but God loved thee best," and we bow in submission to His will, looking forward to the Great Day when we shall meet again never to part any more. Fannie Emerson Aug. 25, 1904 LOUISA McMURTREY Death entered the home of Mr. and Mrs. Jasper McMurtrey claiming their little daughter, Louisa. She was a beautiful little girl of three years and the pride and idol of the home. She was sick only a short time and her loss was a grevious shock to the family. We deeply sympathize with them. The remains were carried from Calmer to Cross Roads near Kingsland Saturday and interred by the side of other members of the immediate family. MRS. NANNIE SHIPMAN It is our province to chronicle events as they transpire protraying faithfully and truly item after item of interest of whatever nature they chance to be; yet it rarely falls to our lot to tell of so sad an event as the death of Mrs. Nannie Shipman, which occured at her home at this place Saturday night, August 20th, 1904 after an illness of several weeks of a malignant type of typhoid malarial fever. She was the daughter of Rev. Joseph and Elmina Refrow and her parents were among the early and most honored settlers of this section. Parson Renfrow, as he was termed, was one of the pioneer ministers and spent years in a loving service to his Master in a greatly blessed work to further the cause of civilization and christianization in a then undeveloped country. He married Miss Elmina Harris and they had three children,the only daughter, the subject of this sketch, having been born to them Jan. 12th, 1860 In 1885 Mrs. Shipman was married to Mr. James M. Shipman, a Mississippian, and for several years they made their home in that state. Being left a widow she broke up and finally decide to make her home and raise her children here, the place of her birth, the home of her childhood, near the last resting place of her parents and the home of her elder brother. Just seven months to a day before her death, she with her chldren, arrived here, she had bought a home and was comfortably domiciled renewing old friendships and making by her quiet, gentle spirit, new friends among the old. But alas for human expectations; death came and this mother's work is done al'beit her influence will bear fruit in the lives of four children, around whom she threw a father's protection and a loving mother's care. The children four in number, three girls and one boy, Lurah, Susie May, Aubrey and Jimmie Lee, range in age from about fifteen to three years. They are nice quiet children and to them the sympathy of the entire community goes out. To them has been given an inestimable blessing- a pure Christian mother whose removal to a sphere for which she was prepared is for the fulfillment of a loving purpose and we would ask them to remember that equal mercy spreads joy and gloom To the children and brothers, Messrs. J.T. and F.E. Renfrow we, in common with all, offer condolence. A large crowed attended the burial services at the Methodist church conducted by Re. B.F Scott and witnessed the interment at the cemetery. IN MEMORY OF W.J. CURRY He was the youngest son, and last representative of a large family. Born Dec. 14th, 1847, died July 25th, 1904, in Cleveland County, Arkansas; age 56 years, 5 months, 4 days. He united with Missionary Baptist church in his youthful days; of which he remained a constant member until his death. The writer of this notice was personally acquainted with deceased, over 40 years lived within three fourths of a mile of him 25 years, was on intimate terms with his family, until we moved to Rison, five years ago. He was a frequent visitor at our house, before and after marriage, and we can say that he was aman of good standing, a pleasant neighbor, and a good citizen, a loyal soldier to his county during the civil war. His life was ot a life of ll sunshine, he was subject alike to sorrow, losses, crosses, trials and temptations, as all mortals are heir to in this life. He leaves a devoted wife and eight children, four sons and four daughters. We would like to say to our bereaved friend, to place her trust in Him who has promised to be a husband to wifow, and father to orphan. He whose word is never broken. Gone from wife, and children dear; Yet in presence seems so near, He ever lives in heart and mind; Of weeping friends he left behind. (written by request/ Mrs. Lucinda Cooper) Sept. 22, 1904 A LAMENTABLE ACCIDENT Mr. Joe Gray Thrown From His Horse and Killed Saturday Mr. Joe Gray, of Graywood, came to town to attend to some business. He started home about three o'clock and about eight his lifeless body was found on the east side of the river, lying with his feet in the edge of the water. He was found by some of the Lane stave crew and he had been dead several hours. The horse Mr. Gray was riding was known to be wild and it is presumed that it took fright and that Mr. Gray was dragged some distance before his feet were freed from the stirrups. His body was bruised and there was a gash on his head cut by the shoe of the horse. Mr. Gray was one of the best citizens of this county. Kind, generous and ever ready to do what he could for his friends and neighbors. No blot stands upon his character and greatly is his death deplored. He leaves two sisters, Mrs. Lucy Holmes, Miss Nannie Gray and one brother, Mr. W.T. Gray, together with other relatives, to mourn his untimely death. SHERIFF S.S. DYKES #1 of 2 One of the best known citizens of the county, in the person of S.S. Dykes, passed into the great beyond Friday Sept. 16th 1904. For several months it has been known that the chances were against his permanent restoration to health and he and his family spent some months in Texas and New Mexico hoping that a change of climate would benefit him. It was to no avail and when the end came he had returned to his old home and passed peacefully away surrounded by his family and friends. Sheriff Dykes had almost finished his fourth term as sheriff. He was ever loyal to his friends and conscientious in the discarge of his official duties. To his wife and children we offer our sympathy and join a large circle of friends in regretting the death of so useful a citizen. #2 SHERIFF DYKES and DANELLY VARNELL "Draughon Dots" Sheriff Dykes died at his home at Kingsland on the 16th and was buried the next day at the Kingsland cemetery by the Odd Fellows. Before the burial services were over a son of Mr. Wm. Varnell, Danelly Varnell, aged 15; was brought to the same place for burial. The bereaved families have our sympathies. Sept. 29, 1904 SAMANTHA BREWER Mrs. Samantha Brewer died Saturday at the home of her daughter, Mrs. A.P. Ryland, at Sherill. Mrs. Brewer was the widow of the late Thos. Brewer and formerly lived in this county. MRS. LOUCINDA COOPER Died at her home at this place Thursday, Sept. 22nd, 1904, Mrs. Loucinda Cooper, at the ripe old age of 90 years, 1 month, and 22 days. Mrs. Cooper was born in Mississippi. She married Mr. L.S. Cooper and with him moved to this state in 1859. They lived pleasantly together until Mr. Cooper was called to the world beyond ten years ago. She was the mother of sixteen children, five girls and four boys survive her. She was sick but a few days when the end came. Her remains were carried to Pansy and laid to rest by the side of her late husband and departed children and grandchildren at the burial grounds at Prosperity church. Peace to her ashes. GEO. W. OAKS Mr. Geo. W. Oaks of Kedron, Ark., died at his home at Kendall's mill Saturday evening Sept. 19th, 1904, after a brief illness. Mr. Oaks was the youngest son of the late Judge L.F. Oaks, of Randall. He was in the prime of life and up to a short time before his death had enjoyed the best of health. He was a man of fine physique and of fine intellect. He had had charge of the mercantile business for Mr. Frank Kendall a number of years. Mrs. Oaks leaves a wife and several children, an aged mother and several brothers and sisters and a host of friends to mourn their loss. October 6, 1904 WILL SMITH A negro named Will Smith was accidently killed by an engine on the railroad track, near New Edinburg, last Saturday. MR. P.H. BROWN Mr. P.H. Brown died at his home at Kearney on the night of Sept. 26th 1904 of swamp fever. Mr. Brown was the father of Mrs. Marvin Hamilton of Locust Cottage. Mrs. Hamilton was called to Kearney because of the sickness of her father but he died before she got there. Oct. 13, 1904 CARL TAYLOR We sympathize with our friends Prof. and Mrs. R.D. Taylor in the loss of their bright little boy Carl, aged 9 years. He was sick for several weeks and his death was not wholly unexpected. He died Sunday morning at 4 o'clock and Sunday evening his remains were laid to rest in the cemetery at Mr. Zion. MR. J.N. TALIAFERRO Died at his home, at Lehigh, Ark., four miles northeast of here, Sunday evening, October 9th 1904 at 4 o'clock. Mr. John Nicholas Taliaferro was in the 70th year of his life. Mr. Taliaferro was a native of Georgia and it was in that state that he received his education and grew to man's estate. In his early manhood he moved to Mississippi where he spent a year or two from there he came to Arkansas and located within the present limits of Cleveland County where he lived till his death. Soon after coming to this state he met Miss Barbara McGehee to whom he was later married and with whom he lived until she was called from the walks of this life in Aug. 1899 to a better world above. Mr. Taliaferro was a scientific and succussful farmer. He was one of the best read men that has ever lived in this county. He was well versed in the history of many counties. He did much reading of a literary and scienfific character. When the war between the states broke out he volunteered his services as a private but later attained the position of captain and for four years he fought for the cause that he believed to be just. When the confederacy fell, he returned to his home in this county and went to work as a loyal citizen to rebuild his broken fortune. He was a consistent member of the Methodist church and was a liberal supporter of the same. He was a quiet, modest gentleman but not a man who sought to shirk responsibility. As a farmer, as a citizen, as a church member, as a soldier in defense of his home and his property, as a father and as a husband, he measured to the highest standards. He leaves four daughters, Misses Lucy and Mary Taliaferro and Mrs. J.H. Hollis of Little Rock and Mrs. Eugene P. Aldredge, of Louisville, Kentucky, and one sister, Mrs. Horace Jewell and many other relatives and friends to mourn their loss. His remains were laid to rest Monday evening in the burial ground at Bethlehem. The funeral services having first been held at the home of the family. The Herald deeply sympathizes with the bereaved family. Oct. 27, 1904 THELMA ROEBUCK Sunday morning Oct. 23rd while Mrs. C.P. Roebuck was busy about her household duties and the little folks were playing about the house one of the little twin girls, Thelma, went into the kitchen and in some way either from striking a match or from the stove her clothing became ignited and the child's screams soon had the mother by it's side and about the same time Mr. J.H. Foster and Mr. W.C. Roebuck drove up and ran to the assistance of the mother in putting out the flames. The child, however was so badly burned that it lived only a few hours when death came to reieve it's suffering. The remains were carried to Roe and were laid to rest Monday. The mother and father and other relatives have the sympathy of the entire community in this their sad hour. Nov. 10, 1904 MRS. J.A. ROSS We sympathize with Mr. J.A. Ross of Rowell in his bereavement. Mrs. Ross died a few days ago after a brief illness. MR. JOHNNIE REED We have just learned from Esq. W.T. Gray of the death of Mr. Johnnie Reed, son of Esq. J.R. Reed of Randall. He died of swamp fever at Ladd. we sympathize with Johnnie's parents and wife in their affliction. Nov. 17, 1904 LITTLE ANNIE PEARL O'NEAL #1 of 2 Little Annie Pearl O'Neal, the sweet little one year old girl of Mr. and Mrs. Jewell O'Neal died Friday Nov. 11th 1904. Bro. Bolls conducted the burial services at the grave Saturday at Wesley's Chapel. J.J. CARSON Mr. J.J. Carson, for years a citizen of Cleveland County, but of recent years a citizen of Colorado Texas, died at the home of his son-in-law, Mr. Kidd, near Roswell, Texas, Thursday, Nov. 10th, 1904. He had many friends in this section of the county who will regret his death. Nov. 24, 1904 R.E. McLEOD After a brief illness Mr. R.E. McLeod died at his home in this place Tuesday evening Nov. 22nd, 1904. Age 29 years, 10 months and 11 days. He had been out hunting and came home Friday about noon feeling a little badly, and that evening took to his bed. Pneumonia soon set in and he grew rapidly worse after Sunday. Mr. McLeod was a quiet pleasant man who was generally liked where he was known. He leaves a wife and several children, a father, two sisters and a brother to mourn their loss. We in common with their many friends extend our sympathy in this their sad hour. ELLA DICKEY Mrs. Ella Dickey, wife of Mr. Robert Dickey of Draughon, died at her home of consumption last Sunday, 20 inst. Her husband and four children survive her. She was a sister of Mrs. Wesley Cash of Rison. BOY HARTSELL The infant boy of Mr. and Mrs. H.E. Hartsell of Draughon died last Saturday night, 19th inst. and was buried Sunday at Kingsland. The parents have our sympathies. IN MEMORIAM ANNIE O'NEAL #2 of 2 The death angel visited the home of Mr. and Mrs. J.J. O'Neill Nov. 11th, 1904 and took their darling babe, Little Annie Jewell. She had been sick about two weeks but on Saturday she was taken bad, she was paralized on her left side. We waited and watched over her thinking she would get better every day. She looked at her mamma Tuesday morning waved her little hand and said "bye". She was not concious anymore. She kept growing worse and Friday at 2:43 p.m. God called the little darling home. Oh! It was hard to give her up, but God doeth all things best. Every one that knew her loved her. She was always so bright and cheerful. She was one year, one month and eight days old. She was laid to rest in Wesley's Chapel graveyard, Saturday evening, surrounded by a host of sorrowing relatives and friends. Brother Bolls conducting the funeral services. Weep not dear papa and mamma for little Annie Jewell is an angel in heaven waiting for you. Her Auntie Nov. 15, 1904 Dec. 1, 1904 IN MEMORY OF S.S. DYKES #3 OF 3 It is our sad duty to chronicle the death of one of our worthy brothers, Sheriff Silas S. Dykes, of Cleveland County. Brother Dykes was born Nov. 12, 1851, near the spot where Rison now stands. He was raised up on the farm, attended school in this county and was married to Miss Nora Little, Feb. 23, 1875. He was initiated April 5, 1902, in Draughon Lodge No. 160 I.O.O.F. Died Sept, 16, 1904. Brother Dykes was an upright citizen, and that he was highly esteemed by the people is shown by the fact that he served for several terms as Sheriff of our county. He was first appointed in 1895 to fill a vacancy. He was elected as his own successor and re-elected, filling the office from 1895 to 1901. After an interval of two years he was elected again and was holding that office at the time of his death. His health failing last summer, he took a trip to Texas and New mexico in hope of being improved, but returned without much benefit. Some years ago he engaged in mercantile business at Kingsland. At this place he died and was laid to rest. His wife and five children survive him. Resolved, that our order has lost a worthy and upright brother, society and business circles a useful member, and his family a faithful husband and father. We extend our heartfelt condolence to his bereaved loved ones. His soul has passed into the Great Beyond to dwell with the Eternal Father. Resolved further, that this tribute of respect to our departed brother, be sent to the Beacon Light for publication, and that the same be spread on the minutes of our lodge and also a copy of the same furnished to the bereaved family. J.J. Tate A.C. Hartsell J.A. Griffin Committee adopted Nov. 5, 1904 Dec. 1, 1904 A TRIBUTE OF LOVE: MRS. FANNIE PARNELL On Nov. 18th death came with icy hand and took from our midst our dear friend, Mrs. Tennie Parnell. Mrs. Parnell was born Feb. 16, 1864, was married to Mr. B.A. Parnell Jan. 7th 1890. She had been a member of the Methodist church since her youth. About six months ago that dread disease consumption claimed her for it's victim. Everything that loving hearts and willing hands could do was done for her but was of no avail. God sent his angels and they sweetly whispered "come" and bore her spirit home to join little Audley in that bright beyond. She lived a devoted Christian, was loyal to her church and faithful to her God. Her pastor always found a glad welcome at her home. A short while before she died she told her husband that she was ready to go, that her only regret was leaving him and their little boy. Oh! the comfort of those last words to that heart broken husband as the bitter gloom of separation hovers over him he will realize he has another tie to draw him to that land above where no heartaches come, where no racking cough or scorching fever will cause our loved ones to suffer . Although we sympathize with her husband in his sorrow it is only God that can comfort him. May he look to Him for the peace no human hand can give. May he feel though his hopes are blighted and his home made desolate that in the bright beyond his loved ones are waiting; when the sorrows and heartaches of this life are over he can go to them. What a joyous thought that in that home beyond the sky our Tennie is waiting for we realize that she is A sleep in Jesus! blessed sleep. From which none ever wake to weep, A calm and undisturbed repose, Unbroken by the last of foes. A Friend December 15, 1904 MR. J. HARRISON Died at his home in Rison, Ark., Tuesday morning Dec. 12, 1904 at 3 o'clock a.m., Mr. Jesse Harrison, age 66 years 11 monts and 12 days. He was a native of Alabama but came with his parents to Arkansas when quite a boy, being only ten years of age. His family settled near this place and it was near here that he attended school, that he cleared away the forest and did general farm work until the beginning of the war between the states. When war was declared he was among the early volunteers and he continued in the confederate ranks until he received a gun shot wound in the knee which entitled him for service for nearly a year, as soon as he was sufficiently recovered he returned with his musket to the line of battle. He remained in the war until the surrender when he returned to his family and to the farm. In 1850 Mr. Harrison was married to Miss Balzora Kesterson with whom he lived pleasantly until his death. To them were born eight children; seven of whom four boys and three girls, Messrs. J.E., Robert, Joe, and Frank Harrison and Mrs. Dora Crump and Misses Mattie and Nolie Harrison, survive him. Mr. Harrison was one of our enterprising citizens. He was always anxious to see and assist in any move that would be beneficial to neighborhood. Mr. Harrison left the farm because of the injury he sustained in the army. Soon after the county seat was located at Toledo he moved there and went into the hotel business and remained there until Cotton Belt railroad was built and Rison located and then he was amog the first to locate here. He was the first to build a substantial house where the town now stands and from that day, he was one of the leading citizens of that place. Among his public acts he served his people as magistrate and as County Judge. He was regularly in the hotel business until a few years ago when he quit for a year on account of failing health but he re-entered the business and remained in it until he sold out last year to his son, Mr. R.E. Harrison. Mr. Harrison was a Christian as well as a moral upright citizen. In 1862 he professed religion and joined the Methodist Church of which he was a constant member till his death. Mr. Harrison had been in failing health for a year or two and several times lately had beat death's door and while his death is much regreted it is not a surprise to those who had known him. In addition to the wife and children he has two brothers and two sisters, Daniel and Franklin Harrison and Mrs. E.H. Raiborn and Mrs. M.C. Harlow, who survive him. They weep over his departure but not as those who without hope for he died in the faith and assured his loved ones that he was going home to a better world. The funeral was preached by brother Scott after which the odd Fellows and Masons in which orders he was an honored member, took charge and with befiting ceremoies his remains were laid to rest in the Rison Cemetery. December 29, 1904 MRS. PARKER DEAD Mrs. Parker, aged 74 years died Thursday night last week in South Warren from a complication of grippe and pneumonia. She was sick about 10 days. She was the mother of Mr. Kit? Parker of this city. Her remains were taken to Cornersville, Drew Count for interment Friday--- Democrat News