CLEVELAND COUNTY, AR OBITUARIES - CLEVELAND COUNTY HERALD YEAR 1914 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- Submitted by: Belinda Winston Email: winstonb58@yahoo.com ---------------------------------------------------------------------- USGENWEB NOTICE: In keeping with our policy of providing free Information on the Internet, data may be used by non-commercial entities, as long as this message remains on all copied material. These electronic pages may NOT be reproduced in any format for profit or for presentation by other persons or organizations. Files may be printed or copied for Personal use only. Persons or organizations desiring to use this material for purposes other than stated above must obtain the written consent of the file contributor. ---------------------------------------------------------------------- January 15, 1914 BABY GARNER Mr. and Mrs. Cleve Garner have the deepest sympathy of their friends because of the death of their baby which occured Monday afternoon, January 12th 1914 after an illness of a little more than a week. He was born Nov. 30th and in his short life had become endeared to the entire family who grieve that he is no more. The funeral was held Tuesday afternoon at the cemetery., Rev. McGraw officiating. R.B. MASON Died at the home of his sister, Miss Martha Mason, Jan. 8th 1914. Mr. R.B. Mason an old resident of this community. Mr. Mason had been in a feeble condition for months but was as well as usual until a day or so before his death.He grew worse Wednesday and the end came Thursday night. For many years Mr. Mason lived on his farm below Toledo but after the loss of his wife and children he made his home in Rison. He was a member of the Methodist Church, honest and fair in his dealings with his fellowman. He was buried at Moore's Church Friday, Rev. W.F. Rogers conducting the service. January 29, 1914 MRS. E.C. GOODMAN Mrs. E.C. Goodman departed this life Jan 10th 1914 and was buried Jan. 12th at Shady Grove. Many sad friends gathered to bid her farewell here who hope to live as she lived and meet her in the sweet by and by. She was born in 1861 and was married to J.S. Goodman in 1889. They have no children, but have reared an orphan girl. Mrs. Goodman leaves two brothers, J.P. and W.T. Davis, and two sisters, Mrs. E.J. Carter, of Little Rock, and Mrs. Beard, of Warren and her husband who to the last did all they could to stay the ravages of that dreaded disease, consumption. Hoping to meet again we sorrow not as those who have no hope. February 5, 1914 SUE WILLIAMS Died, at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Lillie Richmond, on Feb., 13th 1914, Mrs. Sue Williams, widow of the late Rev. C.A. Williams. Mrs. Williams was born in the State of Mississippi Dec. 13, 1841 and moved to Arkansas many years ago with her father's family. Fifty years ago she was married at Center to Rev. C.A. Williams and they lived together happily and peacefully doing their share in developing and bettering the community in which they lived. Bro. Williams has been dead several months. Mrs. Williams leaves a large circle of friends, four daughters and three sons to mourn her loss. She was buried at the Randolph graveyard Sunday afternoon. February 26, 1914 JOSEPH J. SCHMIT FOUND DEAD Inquest Held Yesterday Afternoon: No Evidences of Foul Play Joseph J. Schmit was found dead lying on his back across the cooking stove at his home in Harper township yesterday morning. He had been dead about twenty-four hours. Mr. Schmit was found by a neighbor, Louis Sheppard, who lived on an adjoining farm. An inquest was held before J.M. Straight, the verdict being "death from unknown cause." there was no evidence of foul play. Schmit was last seen on Friday by A.T. Sheppard to whom he is said to have complained of having a severe headache. He was a young, strong man and was known to a good many of the citizens of Rison. He occupied the old Herald office several weeks before moving down to the lower Brewer place, a part of which he had recently bought. He lived alone and intended making a crop. He was an industrious, quiet man of whom all spoke well. His death, under the circumstances, is inexpressibly sad. The body is being held awaiting instructions from Schmit's father who lives in Indianapolis, Ind. BOY JONES We extend sympathy to Mr. and Mrs. Al Jones of Staves because of the death of their little son which occured on the night of the 21st. March 5, 1914 McKINNEY ASHCRAFT The little child of Mr. and Mrs. Charlie Ashcraft, McKinney, died on the 2nd inst. R.A. FURGUSON R.A. Furguson died at the home of his son-in-law R.P. Owen, at Mt. Holly on the 20th inst, in the 86th year of his life. He was a member of the Baptist Church at that place. Funeral services held by his pastor, Rev. Richardson, of Carthage. March 12, 1914 OLIVER LUTRELL AND CHILD WOODFIELD Died, March 7, 1914 at Staves after an illness of five days, Oliver Lutrell, aged eleven years, son of Mr. and Mrs. John Lutrell. The funeral services were held the following day at the Black graveyard. On the same day the mortal remains of the little child of Mr. and Mrs. Jim Woodfield were laid to rest in the Black graveyard. Revs. Wilson and West held funeral services which were attended by a large crowd of the friends of both families. March 26, 1914 P.W. PAYNE Mr. P.W. Payne died yesterday at his home at Mr. Holly, Arkansas of paralysis, aged 52 years. Mr. Payne is the father of Mrs. Geo. Tolson of this place and an uncle of Mrs. Josephine Boyd. By a strange coincidence both Mrs. Boyd and Mrs. Tolson were at Mt. Holly at the time of Mr. Payne's death, having been called there Monday because of the sickness of one of Mrs. Tolson's sisters. April 2, 1914 MRS. PRATT Mrs. Pratt, the aged mother of our fellow townsman, Mr. John Pratt, died yesterday at noon at the home of her son, after a long illness. MYRTLE SADLER In Memory of Myrtle Sadler Myrtle, daughter of Mr. Jim Sadler, died at her home near Rison March 15th, 1914. She was twenty years old Jan. 4th 1914, a sweet gentle girl, kind and good to all. She leaves a father, five brothers and three sisters to mourn her sad departure. "The summons came, The monster death, As though he roamed Knocked and knocked again upon the door of our once happy home. Death broke the link that formed the ties of happiness, cheer and joy And left a family mourning for a good and noble child." Oh Sister Myrtle, absent friend No hearts but ours know The bitter grief brought home to us by death two weeks ago. "And loving memory sheds it's tear Upon the sacred sod Where sleeps the one we loved so well Whose soul has gone to God. Oh God reserve for her a crown Let her with angels wait Till we are called by death to go and meet her at the gate. We think of you kind good and true Who dwells in heaven above On wings of joy to you dear child We send your sisters love. Dear sister myrtle has gone away She was too pure on earth to stay And the savior took her up above Where all is joy and peace and love. Farewell, dear Myrtle until we meet And once again each other greet, In that bright and happy land To take no more the parting hand. Friend after friend departs And since you cannot come to us God knows all we can do We can someday go to you Sister thou was mild and lovely Gentle as a summer breeze, Pleasant as the air of evening, When it floats among the trees. Written by a friend. April 9, 1914 MILTON BELL Mr. Milton Bell, aged 73 years, died Saturday, April 4th, 1914, at his home near Staves, leaving a wife, one daughter, Mrs. Bob Lutrell and two sons, Messrs Ed. and John Bell. Mr. Bell was a respected citizen, a member of the Masonic fraternity, and a good neighbor, and an old confederate soldier. He was buried at Shady Grove Sunday with Masonic honors. April 9, 1914 WADE PRESTON Rev. J.A. Preston, of Cabool, reports the death of his brother, Mr. Wade Preston, which occured at his home, 702 Pontatoc Ave. Memphis, Tenn., March 21st, 1914. He leaves a wife and one daughter, Miss Ruth Preston, who holds a responsible position in Memphis. Mr. Preston moved from this county to Little Rock more than twenty years ago. For the past few years he has resided in Memphis. He was a member of the Methodist church at the time of his death, having at one time been actively engaged in the Methodist ministry. He will be kindly remembered by many of our citizens who were associates with him during the years of his young manhood. MRS. SARAH A. PRATT Mrs. Sarah A. Pratt was born March 22, 1833, and died April 1, 1914, at the home of her son, Mr. John Pratt, at this place. Mrs. Pratt was a native of Alabama but loved her adopted State. She was a quiet, gentle woman devoted to her home and children. She leaves two sons, Messsrs. J.T. and Joel Pratt of this place, Mrs. Alice Boyett of Leola, and Mrs. Fammine Tucker, Bismark, Oklahoma. EARNEST LANGFORD On the morning of March the 16th the whole community heard with deep and profound sorrow that Earnest Langford had passed across the dark river and into that shadowy realm to which all hasten. He was in the full vigor and activity of his manhood,which led us to believe that he would be spared for many years to help those loved ones who so much needed his aid. But an inscrutable providence that guides the destinies of men and nations in their progress development and decay had altered otherwise. So he passed from us. He was the eldest son of a widowed mother, and from earliest years he was required to be useful and helpful in the family. His advantages for obtaining an education were limited. He was a studious pupil, a self-reliant industrious boy of fixed unyeilding veiws of right and wrong, honest and upright in his dealing. In all his life the breath of scandal, the suspicion of dishonesty, selfishness or meaness never tinged or clouded his character. We do not speak of him as a man of genius, but he had that absolute probity and that sound commonsense which are safer and better guides than genius. If all those to whom he did acts of kindness could whisper across his grave, it would make an anthem sweeter and more sonorius than any that ever pealed through Cathedral aisle. For to him life was made up of cheerful yesterdays and coonfident tomorrows. He believed in a unerring Master hand that guides and directs the affairs of mankind. He died as he had lived, thinking evil of none and by none reviled or held in disesteem, but went to his grave lamented by the entire community, who, as a mark of respect to his memory suspended all forms of activity to enable all to pay fitting tribute to his many qualities and high character. May the benediction of God's consolation be upon his mother and upon the entire family. A Friend. Orlando, Ark. April 16, 1914 W.W. DEAN W.W. Dean, 58 years of age died on the 10 inst. at his home at Randall. He was buried at New Home Rev. J.H. W. Overton, a life long friend and for a number of years his pastor, conducting the services. Mr. Dean was born and reared near where he passed away and had spent all of his life in Cleveland county. He was a devout member of the Baptist Church and highly respected by all. He is survived by twelve children, all grown and excepting one, all residing in Cleveland County. Four daughters are: Mrs. Addie Rodgers, Mrs. Emma Rodgers, Miss Eva Dean and Miss Lona Dean. The sons are Frank Dean of Gormant Texas; Chris, Jeff, Garvin, Perry, Joe, Bart and Ira Dean. A.L. REEVES A.L. Reeves died at his home in Pine Bluff Tuesday afternoon. In his early manhood he moved from Georgia to Arkansas, settling in this county. He leaves one brother, A.H. Reeves who was also a former citizen of this county. N.M. LAIN The subject of this sketch was born Oct. 15, 1849, died Feb. 27, 1914. He was raised in Cleveland County where he has always lived. He was the father of seven children, three of whom have gone before him, four are living to grieve for him. He has fought a good fight. His children are all married and can care for themselves. At the time of his death he had the care of a little boy who had no parents, he was very kind to him. To this little boy we extend sympathy for he has lost a good friend. He was visiting his sick son, when he was taken ill, he was stricken with heart failure. " A precious one from us is gone A voice we loved is still A place is vacant in our home which can never be filled. His toils are past his work is done And he is fully blest; He has fought the fight the victory won and entered into rest. Then let our sorrows cease to flow God has recalled his own and let our hearts in every woe Still say 'Thy will be done'." From his children, Dora, Ednor, Charley and Susie. April 30, 1914 FRANK ARMSTRONG Frank Armstrong Killed/ Tragedy Occurred Friday Night Near Armstrong's Home: Three Others Implicated Frank Armstrong was killed Friday night at his home near Kingsland by Kenneth Johnson during a quarrel which grew out of some defamatory remarks which Armstrong is alleged to have made about Johnson's sister, Mrs. Carroll Hopson. Johnson, in company with Coot Childress, Carroll Hopson and Bob Miller, went to Armstrong's home for the purpose of talking the matter over and seeking an apology from Armstrong. Hobson called Armstrong who had retired. Armstrong's wife awakened him, but knowing nothing of the difference between her husband and Hobson she went back to sleep and knew nothing of the tragedy being enacted beneath the cover of night, so near her. Armstrong accompanied Hobson to a point about 75 yards from the house where he found Johnson, Childress and Miller awaiting him. The men, it is said, demanded an apology which it is reported Armstrong made. Before they parted Johnson and Armstrong became angry again and began fighting. Armstrong's arm was broken and he was cut so badly that he died a few minutes later. Johnson was cut under the left shoulder. He was held under guard at his home and will be tried tomorrow at a preliminary examination if he is well enough to stand it. The trial was set for Monday but had to be postponed. Hopson and Childress are under bond for their appearance tomorrow, charged with being accessors. Miller was not implicated. It is said that Hobson, Childress and Miller did not know Johnson and Armstrong were using their knives until Armstrong told them to take Johnson off, "He has cut me to pieces." Armstrong leaves a wife and six small children. Johnson has a family. REV. J.H.W. OVERTON #1 of 2 Born, May 2, 1832 near Macon, Ga., Died April 24th 1914, at his home at Toledo, Rev. J.H. W. Overton, one of nature's noblemen. The Funeral services were held at the McCaskill graveyard in the midst of a large gathering of the friends of the family. Rev. Fish conducting the services. Mr. Overton moved when quite young from Georgia to Alabama and spent three years. From there he went to Mississippi and stayed one year. In 1849 he came to Arkansas. He was first married in 1854. In 1859 he joined the Baptist Church and a few years later began preaching. His first wife was Miss Susan Whorton. To them were born eight children, three of whom are dead. Five are living. Messrs. Davis and Ben Overton, who live in Texas. Marshall Overton, of Fairfield, Will Overton of Toledo and Mrs. Rebecca Cash of this place. Bro. Overton has left the heritage of a well ordered Christian life, full of service to his fellowman and to God, many rise up to bless him for the influence of his life which led them to accomplishment of higher and better things. A few years ago he married Mrs. Fannie Taylor who survives him. She has endeared herself to his entire family and made loyal friends who deeply sympathize with her in her grief. PAUL MOSLEY Little Paul Mosley infant son of Mr. and Mrs. W.T. Mosley, died at his home Sunday 19 after a few days illness and was laid to rest at Shady Grove the 20. The bereaved have our sympathy in the loss of this bright flower. May 14, 1914 ELDER J.H.W. OVERTON #2 of 2 Elder J.H.W. Overton was born in Henry County, Georgia, May 1, 1832. His father and family moved to this county, (then Bradley), in 1849. In that year they settled in the place on which he lived until the Death Angel came at 3:35 on Thursday afternoon, Arpil 23, 1914, and called him home to await the coming of that great day when we must all meet our Savior. He was therefore 81 years 11 months 23 days old when his earthly life ended. On August 3, 1854 he was married to Susan W. Wharton who died June 3, 1900. To this union was born ten children, five of whom are living: Mrs. R.S. Cash, Rison, ARk., Elder J.D. Overton, Center Point, Texas; W.L. Overton, Toledo, Ark; Ben Overton, San Antonio, Texas; Marshall Overton, Fairfield, Ark. He had 32 grandchildren 24 of whom survive him. He also leaves an aged sister, Mrs. A.J. Lemons. He professed religion and joined the Missionary Baptist Church at New Hope in 1854. He was one of the charter members in the organization of Zion Baptist Church in 1861, of which church he remained in and lived a consistant member until his death. He was ordained in 1871, the presbytery consising of Elder J. B. Searcy, Elder J.V. McCullough, Elder J. F. Griffin and Elder J.T. Craig. After the ordination he was constantly engaged in the ministry. October 16, 1902 he was married to Mrs. Fannie Taylor who survives him. He was a devoted husband, a loving father and grandfather. He leaves a host of relatives and friends to mourn his loss. He will be greatly missed by all who knew him, but our loss is his gain. We can't say enough about one who lived as pure a life as he did. A loved one from us is gone, A voice we loved is stilled, A place vacant in our home, which never can be filled. God's angel called him home to rest, Because he loved him so. Of course twas all for the best, But it was so hard to see him go. Grandfather we know you can't come back But we can go to you, Through following in Jesus' tracks and heeding his teachings true. His grand daughter. MRS. ADLINE MOODY Mrs. Adline Moody, mother of Mr. B.F. Moody of this place died at Pittsburg, Texas, May 10th, 1914 aged 84 years and 11 months, after an illness of three months. She was the mother of six children, three of whom are dead. Three are living; B.F. Moody, Rison, W.H. Moody, Pittsburg, Texas, Tom Moody of Texarkanna. Grandma Moody was known and loved here, having spent almost every summer for the past twenty five years with her son and his family here. She spent winters in Texas. She was a devoted mother, and her memory will be revered during many years to come. JESSIE TIPTON Miss Jessie Tipton, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Ben J. Tipton, of Orlando, died on the 10th. She was a bright young lady, a little past twenty years of age, and loved by all who knew her. She was buried in Reeve's graveyard. June 4, 1914 DR. S.S. HUGHES Dr. S.S. Hughes of Wilmar, died in Little Rock where he had been carried for treatment on the 21 inst in the 43 year of his life. He left a wife and one son who have many friends here. Dr. Hughes is a son of Dr. W.M. Hughes and he was at one time a citizen of this place. D. DeLONDON Mr. G. DeLondon, aged 71 aged, died at his home at Kingsland on the 7th inst. Mrs. DeLondon was born at Matamoras Mexico, of Spanish parents and has been a resident of Cleveland County a number of years. He was a blacksmith by trade, a contientious worker and an honest citizen. He had no realtives in this country and lived a secluded life. Mr. DeLondon, we understand, made a will leaving what property he had to Dr. Leali, a close personal friend. June 11, 1914 THOMAS HOY NOTABLE PERSON PASSED AWAY Thomas Hoy Gone to the Great Beyond Mr. Thomas Hoy, of the Stonewall vicinity passed to the unseen world May 30th 1914 and his body was interred at the W.B. Smith cemetery on the 31st. attended by hundreds of his friends. Mr. Hoy was of Irish extraction and was born in Liver pool about 1839, hence was seventy four years of age at the time of his transfer. While yet an infant his parents emigrated to America and landed at Mobile, Ala., where he passed his younger days. His father died when he was quite young and his mother having contracted an imfortuniate marriage, young Hoy was thrown on his own resources to maintain his mother and her family. He engaged as cabin boy on an Alabama steam boat plying between Montgomery and Mobile, in which occupation he was proficent; he remained here giving satisfaction to his employees aiding his mother in supporting the family. He remained here, until the fratricdal strife between the States begun when he joined the artilery service under.----- Here he remained until Lee had surrendered, and Davis was captured and the confederacy was without government or authority. Mr. Hoy at the close of the war floated back to the river and joined the crew of the "Old St. Charles" in which several years before he had commenced his career as cabin boy. He was soon promoted to the position of Mate, where he became popular with Capt. Frank and crew and everbody else concerned. At Clinton, Miss, 1869, he became acquainted with a Missouri girl, a most pleasant and companionable young lady of his own nationality and these two congenial young persons were married at Clinton, Miss., on the 3d day of Sept., 1869. In 1872 he moved to Popular Bluff, Ashley County, Ark., where he engaged in farming, after loosing three of his children from sickness, he became dissatisfied, he moved into Southwest portion of Cleveland Co. where he bought a farm and permanently located. At this period he commenced a new life, theretofore he had read nothing for he had only the rudements of a common education. he came to this locality when the Green Black party was attracting attention all over the country, and was about to dismember the old parties. Mr. Hoy took a deep interest in the finance question, and he soon became the best informed man on this subject there was in the country. Mr. Offutt, a brother-in-law of Mr. Hoy, came to this county with him. There first effort was to build Stonewall, a place for school, church and club room. In this, they were assisted by Nat Mosley, Monroe Smith and others. The building of Stonewall and the purposes for which it was used has built up the most social and kindest people in the county. In the early days of Stonewall, a club was organized by Nat Mosley, Offutt, Thomas, Hoy and the writer of this article for the discussing of the financial question and other subject relating thereto, or any other subject that might be agreed upon. This club continued for several years and exerted a beneficial influence upon this locality. During these years Mr. Hoy became one of the most intelligent men of the county. In his steamboat days he was a Catholic, later on he became a Methodist, but finally as he grew in wisdom and experience he discarded creeds. His religious foundation was based upon the intelligent understanding of the fatherhood of God and the brotherhood of man. His religion and politics merged into socialism. Not political socialism but of that kind that grew towards the brotherhood of man, and the fatherhood of God. It is impossible for me to tell of the kindness the people of Stonewall paid to Mr. Hoy in his last long sickness. There is nothing like it to tell of how kind and attentive they were to him--supplying every want, but I cannot give them justice. He leaves his wife, two sons and one daughter. Mrs. Hoy has moved from her home and taken up her abode with her daughter and son-in-law, Mrs. and Mr. J.T. Marks. Her daughter Mrs. Marks, is greatly devoted to her mother. So mote it be, J.N. Marks June 18, 1914 MRS. JOE PARNELL Mrs. Joe Parnell died Friday, June 12th at her home near Parnell Springs, after a long illness. Death relieved her from her pain at 2 o'clock p.m. All her brothers and sisters, children were with her when she fell asleep in death. She left a husband, two sons, five daughters, four brothers, three sisters and many other kindred and friends as was evidenced by a large concourse of sorrowing friends, who met at the Mosley cemetery to pay a last tribute of respect to one who was esteemed by the entire community. Funeral services were conducted by Elders Carter and White, after which her body was laid to rest. A Good woman is gone, One by one our friends depart And go from earth away, Sadness and grief fills our hearts May we meet them some sweet day. T.B. Little June 25, 1914 IN MEMORY OF MRS. MATTIE WIGGINS Wife of our Bro. W.G. Wiggins, departed this life May 26th, 1914 age 26 years. The deceased left a husband, two little children, father, mother, brothers, sisters and a host of relatives and friends to mourn her loss Resolved: That Pansy Lodge No. 297, extend their sympathy to the Brother in the loss of his companion, and point him to a Throne of Grace for real sympathy in his sorrow for it is He alone that can give peace and comfort to a troubled mind. The earnest prayer is that this seemingly unbearable loss of the brother will lead him to a closer, walk with God. May he realize that back of every cloud shines the smiling face of an All-Wise Providence, and if we abide by his laws, we will meet our loved ones again, for let us realize that many of God's blessings are in disguise. Be it further resolved, that a copy of this be spread upon our minutes, a copy sent to Bro. Wiggins and a copy sent to the Cleveland County Herald for publication. Committy: J.L.C. Thommasson, J.R. Hartley, J.M. Strait. July 2, 1914 MRS. BALZORA A. HARRISON Mrs. Balzora A. Harrison, nee Kesterson, was born in Tennessee, March 10th, 1840, and died at the home of her daughter, Nolie, in Pine Bluff, Ark., June 26th, 1914. She was married to the late Jesse Harrison Nov. 15, 1860, to which union eight children were born, four sons and four daughters, all of whom survive her except a little girl who died in infancy. At the early age of seventeen years she professed a hope in Christ, joined the Methodist Church and lived a devoted Christian life till God, in his goodness and mercy called her from this world of sorrow to the glory world above the skies. In all the relations of life she was ever faithful. In public life through a long period of her active years, she numbered her friends and acquaintances by the hundreds. She was among the first settlers of the country and helped to build it's churches and schools. She has been in feeble health for some months, due to the infirmity of age and the cares of life, and had said that she did not expect to live through this year. In her last illness she was sure that the end was near and talked as calmly and deliberately about her departure as though she was going on a pleasure trip, made all the necessary arrangements about her funeral, who should conduct it and the songs to be sung. Death must come to all. The prattling of innocent babyhood cannot stay the approach of the monster. The rosy cheek of youth turns white and the heart ceases to beat at this command. Old age complacently smiles and falls asleep in it's icy arms.The funeral was conducted by Rev. James Thomas and W.C. Watson of Pine Bluff, and she was laid to rest beside her husband in the Rison cemetery. Her grave was covered with flowers. There in the silent city of the dead, her body awaits the summons from on high, when the dead shall hear His voice and come forth from their graves to meet him in the skies. May all the sons and daughters so live as to meet Mother in that city which hath foundations whose builder and maker is God. Watt Harlow (written at the special reqyest if deceased) LARKIN MOSLEY Mr. Larkin Mosley, one of the most respected citizens of Redland Township, died Sunday at his home near New Edinburg. Mr. Mosley belonged to one of the old and well known families of the county and was a good citizen, a good neighbor and a kind and indulgent husband and father. His wife, who survives him, was formerly Miss Ida Marks. He leaves one daughter, Miss Margaret Mosley, who taught here last winter, and four sons, Hugh, Mark, Dee and Ralph Mosley. July 9, 1914 MRS. MATTIE RATTEREE Mrs. Mattie Ratteree died at the home of her daughter Mrs. R.H. Henderson, near Calmer July 7, 1914, age 74 years. Mrs. Ratteree was the widow of T.R. Ratteree who died at Garnett on March 11th, 1881. She was the mother of eight children, six of whom survive her. They are: J.L. Ratteree, Garnett; Mrs. Maggie Dodd, Rest; Mrs. Mollie Akin, Wilmar, Adolphus Ratteree, Mrs. Mattie Akins Banks, Mrs. Robt. Henderson, Calmer. She was a loving mother and her influence will be felt for years to come in the lives of her children and grandchildren. July 13, 1914 WILLIAM POWERS (unreadable).., son of W.H. (unreadable) Powers was born ? and died __?_ August 7th 1914. On Thursday evening he was kicked in the stomach by a colt which had gotten into the yard. The injuries received were internal and nothing which was done gave him the least relief. As a last resort little William was carried to the Davis Hospital where he died, despite the careful and skilled attention of the local and hospital physicians. He was a strong, vigorous boy active in body and possessed of a bright mind and an affectionate disposition. Idolized in the home and by a large circle of relatives his death caused sorrow in many hearts. The funeral services were conducted by Rev. W.F. Rogers in the presence of the largest crowd ever before assembled in our town at the burial of so young a child. During the closing moments of the short service a most vivid and perfect rainbow appeared in the east, the accepted sign of God's covenent with His people. It brought to mind the beautiful thought expressed in sacred literature 'that the rainbow is caused by the sun to show that the covenant of God's grace is confirmed to us in Christ, the Son,' whose loving words to little children form one of the beloved word-pictures of heaven. Nor would we forget that God's covenant embraces "I am the resurrection and the life, he that believeth on me, though her were dead yet shall he live." The bereaved parents have the sympathy of a large circle of friends. July 23, 1914 QUILL RICHMOND Quill Richmond died of typhoid fever last week at his home in Mosco, ARk. He was the grandson of the late C.A. Williams. RUTH IDELL BRUNSON Ruth Idell Brunson, infant daughter of Alex and Grace Fry Brunson was born Dec. 24th, 1913, died June 25th, 1914 aged 6 monghts, 4 days. Little Ruth Idell was a sweet natured child, frail and delicate from birth. For a while we were hopeful of her recovery and entertained bright hopes for her future. When the hot weather came she _?_ to gradually sink. Several _?_ attended her but _?_ was of no avail. She _?_ suffering with more_?_ do most grown_?_ (remainder is unreadable) July 30, 1914 T.M. BOYD Mr. T.M. Boyd, one of the oldest and best known citizens of New Edinburg, died at his home at that place on the morning of July 26th, at 5 o'clock from the effects of cancer of the tongue from which he had suffered for several months. Mr. Boyd was about seventy years of age an old confederate soldier and a member of an old family of this section. He enlisted from New Edinburg in the 9th Arkansas regiment belonging to the same company as did Mr. W.C. Vance, W.M. Hopson, and others. Mr. Boyd leaves a wife, one son, W.E. Boyd of Fordyce, four daughters, Mrs. George Jordan, Misses Ollie and Beadie Boyd, one sister, Mrs. Frey of New Edinburg and three brothers, Mr. Erb Boyd and Messrs A.W. and Ben Boyd of Texas. August 6, 1914 MRS. CLIFF NORTON Mrs. Cliff Norton, aged 57, died Saturday, August 1st, 1914, at her home near Randall. She leaves a husband and seven children, Mesdames W.T. Harris, Ola Allred, Pearl Coats, Veona Reed and Cliffie and Ernest Norton and Mrs. Ruth Norton. DAVID BRUCE WHITNEY Born, November 2, 1895, in Brown county, Kansas, died Aug. 3rd, 1914, at his home in Rison. David Bruce, son of S.D. and Clara E. Whitney. Bruce's death occured after an illness of two weeks of typhoid fever. His remains were laid to rest in the Moore's church cemetery Tuesday morning. Bruce, after the death of his mother, moved here with his father and aunt, Mrs. B.H. Reams in 1907. He was a thoughtful, studious boy and especially liked because of his consideration for and politeness to all, and in particular the old and those whom he could serve by little acts of kindness. He was a member of the Woodmen, the W.O.W. and the Boy Scouts. He leaves besides his father, one brother, Robert Whitney of Demming, N.M., and a large number of relatives who grieve because of his untimely death and who will cherish his memeory in the years to come. September 3, 1914 MRS. J.S. WILSON Mrs. J.S. Wilson wife of Dr. J.S. Wilson died at the family home near Herbine Sunday Aug. 30th, 1914, after an illness of several months. Mrs. Wilson was before her marriage, Miss Beulah Black, a grand daughter of Mr. A.H. Hartsell. She was an estimable woman, a good wife and loving mother. She leaves a husband and three children. The funeral was held Monday afternoon at the Black Graveyard, above Staves in the presence of many sorrowing friends and relatives. KIZZIE HOPSON LAMBERTH The Herald failed to note the death of Mrs. Kizzie Hopson Lamberth which occured recently at her home near Texarkana. Besides her husband and two children she leaves one sister, Mrs. Rosa Hopson, of Toledo. September 10, 1914 MRS. JESSIE EMMA WALKER Mrs. Jessie Emma Walker was born at Como, Cleveland county, July 1884, died at her home in Kingsland Aug. 27, 1914. Mrs. Walker was the youngest daughter of ex-Judge Johnson, of Como. She was married to Flethcer Walker in 1900. To this union was born two children, viz: Clarris and Frank. When only a girl of thirteen, she professed religion was baptized and joined the Methodist Church, in which she lived a member until her death. The remains were laid to rest in Johnson cemetery at Como Friday, Aug. 28th. Services were conducted by the pastor, Rev. Ewing, who was assisted by Rev. Drake. It is sad for our loved ones to be taken from us, but let us bow in submission to Him who doeth all things well. We cannot understand now, but the time will come when we will be able to see the hand of God in all our sorrows and disappointments. May God's richest blessings be upon the bereaved family. God alone can heal their wounded hearts and fill the vacant place in their home.--Advocate October 15, 1914 W.D. ATTWOOD Mr. W.D. Attwood, Sr., of New Edinburg, Ark., died at his home Oct. 10th, 1914 at 8:45 p.m., after an illness of several months duration. The subject of this sketch was born in Newberry district in the state of S.C. about the year 1855, and was therefore in the 59th year of his age. His parents moved to this county the year after the war in company with a number of families who lost their fortunes during the civil war and started for the west in in quest of a new country where life might be started anew under more favorable circumstances. Some of these families stopped in Tenn. and Mississippi, but Mr. Attwood selected Cleveland County and settled on the farm now owned by Mr. Coot Attwood in Smith Township, where he reared a large family consisting of six sons and one daughter. Three of these sons, viz., G.C., Noble, Coot and the sister, Mrs. Batchelor, of Rison, still survive. W.D. Attwood came to Edinburg to work in a store about the year 1878, and later formed a partnership with the late E.P. Mars and went into a mercantile business. In the year 1883 he married a daughter of his business partner, and to this union was born six children, five sons and one daughter. Four sons viz., E.T., E.M., Grady and Finch, and the daughter, Mrs. M.P. Grantham, are still living. Mrs. Attwood died in Sept., 1911. In May of this year Mrs. Attwood was married a second time to Miss Margaret Marks, a teacher of marked ability, who was kind and devoted to Mr. Attwood during the few months they were permitted to live together. In the year 1898 Mr. E.P. Marks died and W.D. Attwood bought out the interest of his estate in the mercantile business and continued business until his death. He was successful in business and accumulated considerable wealth during his career as a merchant. But he was liberal and gave of his substance unsparingly to help promote the interest of the public. The pople of New Edinburg and vicinity owe him a debt of gratitude for the interest he took in the upbuilding of the school at that place. He donated three acres of land for the building and gave $300 in cash, without which it would have been impossible to have erected such a building. He was never identified with any church, but did his part towards supporting such institutions. He belonged to the W.O.W. at this place, having joined as a charter member about twelve or fifteen years ago, and always took an interest in the functions of the lodge, and no doubt will be greatly missed at the meetings. He was buried by the side of his former wife at the family burying grounds on the evening of Oct. 11th in the presence of the largest congregation ever seen at a funeral at that place. The religious exercises were conducted by Rev. J.P. Snipes, pastor of the Presbyterian church, and consisted of scripture reading, prayer, appropriate remarks and singing the following verses of Psalm 39. "My end and length of days, to me O Lord unveil, that I may know in all my way, How weak I am and frail. Lord thou hast made my years, To measure but a span: As naught to Thee my age appears, How vain at best is man. I am a stranger here, Dependent on Thy grace A Pilgrim, as my fathers were, With no abiding place. Spare Lord and strength bestow, My fainting soul restore, Ere I to dust and darkness go, And be on earth no more." After the religious exercises comrades of Hackberry Camp buried their deceased brother with the honors of their lodge to await the resurrection morning when we are taught by the Word of God; all men, nations, tongues and Kingdoms shall be called forth to be judged according the record of their lives while here on earth. May the bereaved ones be comforted in this sad hour by the thought contained in the following: "Those that are broken in heart, And troubled in their mind, He healeth, and their painful wounds, He tenderly up binds." J.H. Hunter. October 22, 1914 JOE TUCKER Mr. Joe Tucker, aged 17, died at his home near Ripley in this county, on the morning of the 20th inst., after a short illness. MRS. MINTA OWENS A good woman who met and faithfully discharged the duties of life has been called to her final rest. Mrs. Minta Owens died Sunday, Oct. 18th, 1914, after a long illness. She was born April 9th 1841, in the state of North Carolina. Her father, John Seymore, moved to Arkansas in 1848, settling above Kingsland in what is known as the Brushy Woods neighborhood. He had eleven children, the subject of this sketch being the last to pass away. In 1860 she was married to Solomon C. Owen who died in the spring 1892. To them were born five sons four of whom are dead. The one left, C.M. Owen, and thirteen grandchildren as well as others to whom she ministered unto, are bereft of her loving care and councel. Mrs. Owens was a good wife and mother and aside from the duties of rearing her own family she was a mother to several nieces who were left motherless. Each grew up to useful womanhood and those who are now living feel their debt of gratitude. After the death of her son, the late Thomas J.Owens, she lived with his family until the little children in the home grew old enough to do without her watchful care, since which time she has lived with her son, C.M. Owens, whose children are motherless. It is between the lines that we read the value of such a life. No words can tell of the little duties, and of the love and of the patience which each day required. No one can measure the influence of simple, loving acts of sacrifice. They have been exemplified in the life of this loving mother, foster-mother and grand mother who just passed away. The funeral service was held at the Harlow graveyard Monday afternoon. MRS. BRATTON BRIDGES Mrs. Bratton Bridges died Friday, October 16th at her home near Kedron after an illness of only a few hours. She was apparently as well as usual at noon, but soon afterward complained of feeling badly and in a short while was dead. She leaves a husband and a large number of relatives. INFANT SANDERS The infant child of Mr. and Mrs. Hamon Sanders was buried at the Hudson graveyard on the evening of the 16th. November 19, 1914 RUBY MAE WILLIAMS On the morning of Aug 10 the Angel of death came and plucked one of earth's brightest jewels. The spirit of Little Ruby Mae the infant daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Ben Williams, was wafted across the river of time into that bourne from whence no traveler ever returns. Why an infant Babe in the vigor of health in the safekeeping of a mother's tender love, should be called into that eternity beyond the sky's is beyond our comprehension. The mystery of life is untied in the mystery of death. What is death? The music of ten thousand song birds echoes back to us from the trees in the forest. They tell us that is life. Tomorrow the bodies of the songstress will be cold and stiff as the silent clay. They tell us that is death. A Babe is borne into the world, it opens it's glad eyes to the light of day and smiles in the face of its'loving mother, and they tell us that is life. For a few short months it is permitted to live and bring joy and happiness to the hearts of those who love it. Then by the all wise maker of the universe, it is taken into the gates of heaven to await the coming of those who are left behind. While they mourn their loss, yet they should live in humble submission to the will of the Maker. They should be thankful for her life with it's sweet influence and should cherish her memory and rejoice in the fact that she has entered into that rest prepared by the giver of life. 'We know she has gone to realms of bliss, Never to know sorrow or pain, And dwell in a happier world than this, For her to die was gain. We know we shall see her again sometime, when we gather around his throne, In the fadelaess morn of that land sublime, Where parting and death are unknown." To heart broken mother and father we extend our deepest . To the great host of relatives and friends, we say, strive to make your lives like hers, so that when that time shall come when your spirit will be wafted across the river of death, it will follow the path of the spirit of her who has gone before to the great white throne of God and his love. December 31, 1914 MRS. RUFUS MARTIN Warren, Dec. 23.--Mrs. Rufus Martin 39, wife of one of the leading physicians of Warren, died after a long illness at her home here Monday. The body was taken to Monticello for burial yesterday. She is survived by her husband, a son, Edwin Ives, her mother, Mrs. Wright of Monticello, Mrs. J.T. Lloyd of Pine Bluff, a sister , and Dr. Frank Wright of Arkadelphia, a brother. PEARL KILGORE Miss Pearl Kilgore died at her sister's home near here Saturday, December 26, 1914. She was buried Sunday at the cemetery near town.