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Persons or organizations desiring to use this material for purposes other than stated above must obtain the written consent of the file contributor. -------------------------------------------------------------------------- CLEVELAND COUNTY, AR OBITUARIES - CLEVELAND COUNTY HERALD YEAR 1915 -------------------------------------------------------------------------- February 2, 1915 S.S. FREY A prominent citizen of Redland township died at his home in the presence of his family and a large number of sympathizing friends on Friday the 29th of Jan. He was in poor health for some weeks and in his weakened condition he took Swamp fever on Wednesday night and died on the following Friday. He was the son of John H. Frey who once lived near Toledo. His mother was Miss Eugenia Boyd a sister, of T.M., Erba, A.H., A.W., and A.N. Boyd. He was in the 43rd year of his age, the father of five children, four sons and a daughter. His wife was a daughter of T.N. Mosley of this township. Sid, as he was familiarly called had a large circle of friends and was favorite among his own brothers, and will no doubt be especially missed by them. The tribute of his mother was that he had always been good to her, a tribute that should be appreciated very highly, to be good to mother. He was a member of the W.O.W. lodge at this place and was counted one of the best members. He did not belong to any church but the other members of his family are members of the Baptist Church. It is sad to see a man in the prime of life taken away from his family when it seems that he is especially needed to care for his children, as in this case, but it is not for us to question the dispensations of providence for we are entirely dependent on the mercies of God for life and all it's environments. And it is our duty to submit to His doings in a spirit of meekness and humility. He was buried in the presence of a large number of sympathizing friends on Saturday evening. Bro. Richardson conducting the exercises of the church and the Soverigns of Hackberry Lodge 236 paying the last camp honors around the grave. J.H. Hunter J.H. WARD On Jan. 3rd 1915 the grim reaper again visited us, with sickle keen and took for his victim our beloved brother, J.H. Ward. He was born 1850, married in 1883 to Miss Fannie Beard to whom ten children were born. Seven are still living to mourn the loss of a father. We deeply feel the loss but we realize that he who notes the fall of the sparrow doeth all things well. The way may seem hard, but we know that the Allwise Father never makes mistakes. Bro. Ward will be missed as a husband and as a father, then as a church worker and as a Deacon. "A precious one from us is gone, A voice we loved is stilled A place is vacant in our home, Which never can be filled." Therefore, Be it resolved that the Friendship Baptist Church extend sympathy to the bereaved family. Be it further resolved, that we commend the lesson taught by his life and deem his walk while on earth worthy for others to follow. Resolved, that a copy of these resolutions be sent to Mrs. Fannie Ward. Eld. Wray, Eld F.E. Winston, Com. February 25, 1915 WALTER FLETCHER Negro Jailed W.D. Burrough brought Ed Williams from Lee township and placed him in jail at this place Friday. Williams is committed without bond for the killing of Walter Fletcher on the 12th of February. The killing occured near J.B. Low's, at Scobey and there were no witnesses. Fletcher's body was found under a brush pile on the 17th, five days after Williams is said to have committed the crime. S.M. HARRIS S.M. Harris one of the oldest men in the community died here the 13th of February and was buried at Camp Springs church on the 14th. He was born in Atlanta, Ga. in 1854 and moved to Cleveland County in 1862 and spent his life near here. He was married to Mary V.Varnell in 1875 and joined the Methodist church in 1878. Many testify to the fact that he was a Christian gentleman and that he died in the father. He left Mrs. Mary V. Harris his widow and the following children to mourn his loss. Mrs. Ara Reed of Rison, Mrs. Francis Golden, William, Carl and Floyed Harris all of Kingsland, and Alice Allen of Bleeker and Robert Harris of Manning. Bro. Harris joined the Freewill Baptist Church in 1894. He was a kind father, loving husband, friend, neighbor, citizen and a Christian. May his friends and loved ones attain to a home in the mansion of God. "One by one our friends are called from earth by life, And they journey by our side no more. One by one they cross the solemn river, Going over on the other shore. One by one familiar tones grow silent, One by one dear forms are hid from sight, But as far, beyond the chilling shadows, Those we cherished dwell in Heaven's light. One by one sweet voices swell the anthem, Ringing thru the city built on high, One by one glad souls gain life eternal In that home where none shall ever die. CABE MRS. AL BRYAN In Memoriam Whereas it pleased the Almighty in HIs infinite wisdom to call from our midst the dear wife of our Beloved Brother, Al Bryan; and Whereas, We realize that Brother Bryan has lost a loving wife and we a most worthy sister and neighbor; Resolved, that we tender to Brother Bryan our heartfelt sympathy in this, his sad hour of bereavement; and be it further, Resolved, that a copy of this resolution be presented to Brother Bryan and that it be spread on our minutes and that a copy be sent to the Cleveland County Herald for publication. Draughon Lodge No. 160 Independent Order of Odd Fellows 2/27/1915 BABY JOHNSON The little two-year-old child of Mr. and Mrs. Jim Johnson on Glendale, died Satruday morning with throat trouble. March 4, 1915 MRS. MAXIE MORGAN #1 Sister Maxie Morgan died after a long illness of great suffering, which she bore with great patience, on Feb. 22, 1915 Sister Maxie was a good kind christian woman a member of the Kingsland Baptist Church. Brother M.W. Whayne conducted the funeral service in the home. Sister Maxie leaves one brother and three sisters and a host of friends to mourn her loss though our loss is her gain. May God bless the bereaved. She was born March 16th 1840. F.W. Morgan #2 Dear Editor of Cleveland County Herald:---Through your good paper we want to thank the good people of Kingsland and vicinity for their kindness to us during our Sister's sickness and at her death. May God Bless them. The family. EUGENE JORDAN Eugene Jordan, grandson of Mrs. J.M. McMurtrey of this place, died at Shreveport, La., yesterday morning. The remains will arrive here at noon to-day and the funeral will be held at 1:30 p.m. C.T. STEWART C.T. Stewart, formerly a resident of Lee township, died at the home of his brother, Joe W. Stewart in Pine Bluff yesterday at noon. His nephew L.V. Stewart was called to Pine Bluff yesterday morning. March 11, 1915 PORTER MAY Porter J. May died at the home of his father, R.J. May, at Toledo yesterday about noon of tuberculosis. He is survived by his wife and one child, a little girl, his father, one sister, Mrs. Rosa Willis, and one brother, J.M. May of this place and many other relatives. Mr. May was born and reared at Toledo. He married a daughter of Mr. and Mrs. J.M. McMurtrey and while the happiness of their union has been marred by the slow ravages of disease in which each saw the shadowy hand of death, their devotion has been beautiful. To the end every possible service was lovingly rendered. Several weeks ago he professed faith in Christ and was received into the Methodist Church by his pastor. The burial service will be conducted at the Rison cemetery this afternoon at 2 o'clock. March 18, 1915 MRS. D.E. BOGGS #1 Mrs. D.E. Boggs died at St. Vincent's Infirmary in Little Rock at 6:00 p.m., Sunday March 14th, 1915, of acute pneumonia following al illness of ten days during which time she was carried to Little Rock for treatment. She is survived by her husband, two sons, P.W. and J.V. Boggs, both of whom are married, two daughters, one grandson, a brother, Judge Charles T. Teague, of Tuscon, Ariz., and three sisters, Mrs. Dora Cannon, of Hot Springs, Mrs. J.E. Hagler, of Denver, Colo., and Mrs. Mary Hallifield, of Auburn, Ala. Mrs. Boggs was born June 6th, 1857, at Durham, N.C. When she was but a child her parents moved to Arkansas and settled at Toledo. She grew up there attended the Toledo Academy and in young womanhood was married to David E. Boggs. To them were born five children, one of whom died in infancy. Her death brings so great a loss in personal friendship that it is diffucult to speak of ought save this and of our grief because she is no more. We would rather speak of her virtures, not so much merely to keep our friend alive in our memories, but rather that her example may be emulated and her ideas of life adopted. As a wife she was true, counseling and working, possessing rare judgment to plan correctly and both willingness and skill to execute. She loved her children and her husband and joyed in her service for them. Not a service given grudgingly, measure for measure, but joyously, willingly, finding therein her happiness. As a friend we measure her qualities by the great depth of our own loss. Mrs. Boggs was small of stature and but large of soul. She possessed a remarkable memory, strong intellect and wonderful intuition. Her estimate of men and her views of state and national affairs were clear-cut and she had well defined reasons with which to sustain her position. She was thorough in her thinking, her work and in her friendsips, but her supreme quality was her unfailing cheerfulness. It is a joy to think of her as she will appear on the morning of the Resurrection, when she and many whom she loved, who now sleep nearby, are awakened and re-united by the summons to the dead in Christ. Truly, "Joy cometh in the morning." Few draw greater happiness from life than did my friend. To few will happiness be given in greater measure on the morning of that great day. Can you not see the glory of it? The service at the Methodist church was conducted by Rev. W.F. Rogers. It was impressive and many beautiful flowers spoke of the love of those among whom she so lately walked. Interment in Greenwood cemetery. #2 CARD OF THANKS The kindness of our friends in Little Rock at the time of the death of my wife and our mother, the thoughtfullness of friends in Pine Bluff and the goodness of those who ministerd into us after our arrival in Rison has filled our hearts with a deep sense of appreciation and gratitude. We thank each one. D.E. Boggs, P.W.Boggs and wife, J.V. Boggs and wife, V.A. Gresham and wife, Miss Kate Boggs. 4/1915 MRS. D.E.BOGGS (IDA TEAGUE BOGGS) Mrs. D.E. Boggs died at St. Vincent's Infirmary in Little Rock at 6:00 p.m., Sunday March 14, 1915, of acute pneumonia following an illness of ten days during which time she was carried to Little Rock for treatment. She is survived by her husband, two sons, P.W. and J.V. Boggs, both of whom are married, two daughters, one grandson, a brother, Judge Charles T. Teague, of Tuscon, Ariz. and three sisters, Mrs. Dora Cannon, of Hot Springs, Mrs. J.E. Hagler, of Denver, Colo., and Mrs. Mary Hallifield of Auburn, Ala. Mrs. Boggs was born June 6th 1857, at Durham, N.C. when she was but a child her parents moved to Arkansas and settle in Toledo. She grew up there, attended the Toledo Academy and in young womanhood was married to David E. Boggs. To them were born five children, one of whom died in infancy. Her death brings so great a loss in personal friendship that it is difficult to speak of ought save this and our grief because she is no more. We would rather speak of her virtues, not so much merely to keep our friend alive in our memories, but rather, that her example may be emulated and her ideas of life adopted. As a wife she was true, counseling and working, possessing rare judgement to plan correctly and both willingness and skill to execute. She loved her children and her husband and joyed in her service for them. Not a service given grudgingly, measure for measure, but joyously, willingly, finding therein her happiness. As a friend we measure her qualities by the great depth of 0ur own loss. Mrs. Boggs was small of stature but large of soul. She possessed a remarkable memory, strong intellect and wonderful intuition. Her estimate of men and her views of state and national affairs were clear-cut and she had well defined reasons with which to sustain her position. She was thorough in her thinking, her work and in her friendships, but her supreme quality was her unfailing cheefulness. It is a joy to think of her as she will appear on the morning of the Resurrection, when she and many whom she loved, who now sleep nearby, are awakened and reunited by the summons to the dead in Christ. Truly "Joy cometh in the morning." Few draw greater happiness from life than did my friend. To few will happiness be given in greater measure on the morning of that great day. Can you not see the glory of it? The wonder of such a scene has too long blinded us to the happiness of it. The service at the Methodist church was conducted by Rev. W.F. Rogers. It was impressive and many beautiful flowers spoke of the love of those among whom she so lately walked. Interment in Greenwood cemetery. 5/20/1915 BESSIE RAULS Bessie, the eight year old daughter of Mr. Geo Rauls, near McKinney, met with a sad and fatal accident Saturday. The child was playing hide-and-go-seek with her playmates. In running through the house she fell out of the door on her back. One of the other children running after her, fell upon Bessie and injured her internally. She only lived a few hours. 8/19/1915 GREER CAMPBELL (New Edinburg) Whereas it has pleased the Almighty, for the death angel to visit the home of our beloved sovereigns, Duncan and Jennie Campbell, on July 25, 1915 and claim for his victim, their little son Greer. Resolved, that we tender to our sovereigns, Jennie and Duncan Campbell, our heartfelt sympathy in this their hour of bereavement; and say to them that God in his infinite love, can only see best, and sometimes his wisdom seems hard: but yet he is all-wise and ever-seeing, and on who's arm only we find rest and a true sympathizer who does all things for the best and his glory. And be it further resolved that a copy be presented to our bereaved sovereigns, one spread upon the records of our Lodge, and one sent to the Cleveland County Herald for publication. Done by the order of Holly Grove Lodge, No. 365 T.E. Mosley Mrs. Anna Parham committee October 14, 1915 JAMES R. LIGHTFOOT Mr. James R. Lightfoot, age 64, died at the home of his son, B.G. Lightfoot, near Rison, Sunday Oct. the 10th. His body was shipped to Springfield, Ill., Monday for interment. 11/1915 REV. ROBERT A. JAGGARS Rev. Robert A. Jaggars was born in what was then Jefferson County Ark. but now Cleveland County, April 30, 1854. Professed faith in Christ as his Savior and joined the Cumberland Presbyterian Church at the age of 12 years. Joined the Presbytery November 1892, and was ordained to the full work of the ministry by the Little Rock Presbytery at Star City, Ark. August 30, 1902. Having moved away from that section to Ashely County and not being convenient to a Presbyterian Church, he joined the Methodist Church in 1911, being an elder, and his orders being recognized by the annual Conference held at Hot Springs, December 24, 1912. He was married to Miss Mary E. Woodward in 1875. To this union were born ine children, five boys and four girls, six of them preceding their father to the other world. He leaves a broken hearted wife and one son and two daughters and a host of friends to mourn his departure. He died November 24, 1915 and was buried at Flat Creek Cemetery on Thanksgiving Day November ?, 1915. We can trughfully say a good and useful man has ..?... May his mantle fall on his son DeWitt. May the God of all Grace sustain them in their hour of sore bereavement and bring them all at last to the house not mande with hands ....?... in the reaves.-His Pastor-J. Menefee, in Arkansas...?... November 4, 1915 FRANK HARGUS Resolutions Whereas: on the 11th day of September, 1915, the grim monster death entered the home of Brother Cal Hargus and snatched therefrom his son Frank and Whereas: The members of Draughon Lodge 160 I.O.O.F. deeply sympathize with Brother Hargus in the untimely death of his only son: Therefore be it resolved; That we extend to Brother Hargus and family our sincere condolence and sympathy in this sad bereavement and commend them to the Giver of all Good, whose ways are beyond our understanding, tearfully remembering that "It in not all of death to die nor all of life to live." That a copy of these resolutions be spread upon our minutes, a copy sent to Brother Hargus and a copy sent to the Cleveland County Herald for publication. Done by the order of Draughon Lodge: 160 I.O.O.F. L.P. Hamilton Act. Secretary. November 11, 1915 JOHN WESLEY WALKER In Memoriam The subject of this brief sketch John Wesley Walker was born in Macon Ga., Oct. 20, 1843. He came to Arkansas in 1872 and settled in Dallas county near Princeton. He was married three times the last time to Miss Ella B. Johnson Jan. 26, 1890. He was converted and joined the Methodist Episcopal Church South in early life. Immediately he felt the call to preach and responding to that call, was finally licensed to preach and on Dec. 18, 1881 was ordained Deacon by Bishop N.A. McTyeire, in Pine Bluff. He was ordained Elder _?_ O.P. Fitzgerald Dec ? 1890 at Monticello. He died Oct. 6, 1915 and had he lived to attend the coming Annual Conference at Monticello he would have served 25 years as a local elder. Bro. Walker was for forty years a great sufferer but in all his difficulties he was noted for his great faith. He believed in God, was an example of "praying without ceasing" and always expressed the witness of the spirit. He, like his illustrious namesake, had evangelic fire and never abating passion for souls. His first pastorate was the Kingsland Circuit and while on this work was noted for his evalgelism. He preached repentance and faith, and called penitents to the alter and needless to say that they came and were converted. Many men and women point back to one of Bro. Walker's meetings as the starting point in their religious experience. His was a house of prayer and conversation about religious matters. While on his death bed yet in his right mind, with an old friend who is not religious sitting near, he drew the friend near him and pleaded with him to accept Christ a nd be saved. I have rarely heard a stronger appeal than he made. When he had finished there was reverent silence in the room and moist eyes. The best thing that can be said of Bro. Walker is that he lead all his family to Christ. Oh, that we had more men and women who would never be satisfied till their families were into the fold. May his children,his heart broken widow, and all his friends live the life he professed. His Pastor. KATIE McMURTREY Mrs. Katie McMurtrey, wife of J.M. McMurtrey was born near Jackson Miss. March 3, 1860. She was reared and educated in Jackson, Miss., but when quite a young woman she came to Arkansas, where she lived the remainder of her useful life. She was a fine teacher, and was principal of the Rison school for a number of years, and was also principal of the public school of Fordyce years ago. Many men and women of this town remember her as a fine instructor, setting forth the principles of life--such principles have been an inspiration to them in rearing their own children. She was a true friend ever ready to help any who appealed to her. A more self-sacrificing mother I never knew. Her greatest desire was to serve her family faithfully. She was proud of her children, and even to her last day spoke of the welfare she had at heart for them. This notice would seem incomplete without mention of her two daughters, who were so faithful and true, caring for her so tenderly to the last. She did not fear death, as she told a friend often, that she would go from this world to "The beautiful blue sky." Her ideas of the "Great Beyond" were beautiful. Early on the morning of Nov. 2nd 1915, while friends and loved ones were doing all that could be done; and Angel came and wafted her pure soul to its home beyond the skies. Her body was laid in Greenwood cemetery and there beneath a flower covered mound, we left her to await the resurrection morn. A friend. BABY DANLEY We sympathize with Mr. and Mrs. Bud Danley on account of the death of their little one-year old baby, which passed away November 2, 1915, a victim of whooping cough. J.N. DYKES J.N. Dykes died on the 6th and was laid to rest in the Kingsland cemetery Sunday evening. Funeral services were conducted by Kingsland Lodge No. 430 F.&A.M. assisted by visiting masons from Rison and New Edinburg. November 18, 1915 TOM KNICKERBOCKER #1 of 2 Youth Kills Man With Scantling: Tom Knickerbocker Dies at Draughon as a Result of Blow on Head Tom Knickerbocker aged about 35 years, a well known resident of Draughon is dead, and Will Handley, aged about 35 and his two sons, Will Handley, Jr. and Tom Handley are under bond to await the action of the grand jury, as the result of a serious difficulty about 6 o'clock Tuesday evening, in the office at Draughon of the Saline River Lumber company. The boys are aged about 15 and 13 years, respectively. The elder Handley is a foreman of the mill at Draughon, and was preparing to pay wages, when the trouble arose. It was testified before the coroner's jury that the elder Handley was in an argument with Kknickerbocker about the payment due the latter for some work, when one of the Handley boys struck Knickerbocker on the head from the rear, using a piece of 1x4 scantling as a weapon. The testimony adduced by the coroner did not show which of the boys struck the blow, and the jury brought in a verdict that the deceased "came to his death at the hands of the three Handleys." It is stated Knickerbockers head was smashed in, and he died about 11 o'clock Tuesday night. Knickerbocker was a member of a prominent family, and is survived by his widow and seven daughters, as well as by several brothers and other relatives. Knickerbocker and Handley both were considered good citizens, neither having had previous trouble. Knickerbocker's funeral will be held at Draughon today.-- Pine Bluff Graphic, 18th. December 9, 1915 GILLIE NIVEN Young Woman Mangled by a Train: Deplorable Accident on Cotton Belt Tracks at Clio Early Tuesday Mangled out of all resemblence to a human form, the body of Miss Gillie Niven of Clio, Cleveland County was found yesterday morning on the Cotton Belt tracks and right of way, about a half mile from the home of her father, the discovery being made by residents of Clio who were walking along the track. The head and arms were severed from the body and parts of the body have not yet been found. _?_ thirty yards along the tracks were scattered pieces of the remains. The torso was virtually nude when found, indication that deceased was clad only in her night gown, when she was killed by the train. Miss Niven's realtives are of the opinion that she was temporarily deranged, as a result of a long illness with tuberculosis. It is presumed she left her home about midnight, walked the distance to the tracks and threw herself before the train.--Wednesday's Graphic December 23, 1915 Thomas Knickerbocker #2 In Memoriam Whereas: Our heavenly Father all Wise Ruler of the Universe who knoweth and doeth all things well has seen fit to call to the great beyond our beloved, brother Thomas Knickerbocker, from his earthly home; therefore be it resolved: That in the death of our beloved brother we, members of Draughon Lodge No. 160 I.O.O.F. realize that we have lost a true and noble brother and his family a loyal and faithful husband and father; and be it further resolved: That the members of this lodge extend their heartfelt and fraternal sympathy to the bereaved family; and be it further resolved That a copy of these resolutions be sent to the sorrowing family, a copy send to the Cleveland County Herald for publication and a copy spread upon the minutes of this lodge. G.W. Gray Jr., C.G. Giles, G.W. Montgomery, Committee on resolutions.