CLEVELAND COUNTY 1923 OBITUARIES ---------------------------------------------------------------------- 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. -------------------------------------------------------------------------- Cleveland County Herald, Cleveland County Arkansas April 5, 1923 CARROLL WOOD VARNELL In Memory of Brother C.W. Varnell Who Died Monday, March 26, 1923 Once again death hath summoned a Brother Odd Fellow, and the golden gateway to the Eternal City has opened to welcome him to his home. He has completed his work in the ministering to the wants of the afflicted, in sheding light into darkened souls and in bringing joy into the places of misery, and as his reward has received the plaudit "well done" from the Supreme Master. And whereas, the all wise and merciful Master of the Universe has called our beloved and repsected Brother home, and he having been a true and faithful member of our beloved Order therefore be it, Resolved: The Kingsland Lodge, 160 I.O.O.F. of Arkansas in testimony of her loss be draped in deep morning for thirty days and that we tender the family of our deceased brother our sincere condolence in their deep affliction and that a copy of these resolutions be sent to the family. J.D. Shearer, W.W. Lea, L.P. Hamilton, Committee RESOLUTIONS FROM K.K.K. AND I.O.O.F. TO THE BEREAVED FAMILY OF CARROLL WOOD VARNELL Dear Friends, Our allwise and Ever living God has permitted the grim monster Death to enter your home and remove from this mundane sphere the idol of our hearts your husband son and brother. Just why this should ..(unreadable for several sentences).. and extend to you our condolence and sympathy. He was the true type of Klansman, God-fearing, Church-loving, sincere, honest and deeply patriotic. The highest duty of a Klansman is to serve. In memory of our departed Klansman, we extend to you our service and protection. May the Ever-Living Christ ---?--- you in this sad hour and lead you onward and upward to the Celestial City of God to join your loved ones. There parting will be no more. Done by the order of Kingsland Klan No. 68 Knights of the Ku Klux Klan Realm of Arkansas. Attested by the Cyclops, The Kligraph. April 12, 1923 W.F. LEA #1 of 2 William Franklin Lea died Saturday morning near three o'clock and was laid to rest in the Kingsland cemetery at two thirty Sunday afternoon. Probably the largest number of people that ever gathered on a similar mission, with sad hearts and bowed heads, stood at mute attention while the service conducted by Rev. A.R. Cooper, pastor of the Baptist Church conducted the funeral ceremony. He had been seriously ill for nine weeks and though death was not unexpected, the grief and sorrow was not lessened. At the close of the service, friends literally covered his grave with beautiful flowers. Five Klansmen in full robes deposited a beautiful red cross of flowers at the head of the grave and silently knelt while Rev. A.N. Stanfield offered prayer.Will Lea was a friend of man. Humanities call to relieve the distressed, visit the sick, care for the dying or assist in burying the dead always met a prompt response from him. His devotion to his aged mother, his friends and his loyalty to his flag were unwavering. May he rest in peace. April 19, 1923 IN MEMORY OF WILLIAM FRANKLIN LEA #2 Again the Grim Monster Death has invaded our ranks and his invisible hand has removed from our midst our well beloved Klansman, William Franklin Lea. In the prime of his earthly career, as it seems to us, he has been called to the world unknown. The places which once knew him, will know him no more. Our hearts pour out in sympathy and love for his fond mother in her great sorrow and his brothers in their grief. His fondness for his mother, his faithfulness to his brothers and friends his loyalty to his country, his devotion to our Klan and his splendid abilities can only be revered memories now. And while we relagate his memory to memory's tomb, let us strive to emulate his many virtues in our dealings with mankind. Farewell, klansman Lea, until we meet in the Imperial Realm above this valley of sorrow and veil of tear and rest assured that the grand principles of our organization, to which you so freely dedicated your service, shall be upheld and promoted by your comrades until Man shall come to a full realization of Man's duty to Man. To his dear mother and brothers we extend our sympathy and loyalty and pledge our service and fraternal support. Done by the order of Kingsland Klan No. 68, Knights of the Ku Klux Klan. Attested by the Exalted Cyclops, the Kiligraph. J.M. THOMAS At the close of the above funeral, (William Franklin Lea) relatives and friends repaired to Camp Springs cemetery where Rev. J.C. Evans conducted the funeral services of J.M. Thomas who was one of our oldest citizens in point of age and residence. Mr. Thomas' age was 82 years, 7 months, and 2 days. He was a Confederate veteran of the Civil War, a member of the Methodist Church from early boyhood. He lived a consistent Christian life and served his community many years as Justice of the Peace. His aged wife, two sons and two daughters, and a number of grandchildren, great grandchildren survive him. He sleeps the sleep of the just while his friends mourn his departure to await the resurrection morn. MRS. MATTIE CHRISTOPHER At Camp Springs Church the unusual scene of two caskets in the church at one time and twin funeral services witnessed. Beside the bier of Mr. Thomas were the remains of Mrs. Mattie Christopher who died Saturday. She was 53 years, 2 months, and 2 days of age at her death. She hadlived in the vicinity only a few months, having moved here about a year ago with her husband and married daughter. She was a member of the Missionary Baptist Church from early girlhood. MRS. COURTNEY CAMERON Mrs. Courtney Cameron, age 33 years, wife of Marcus Cameron, died at the family home in this city Thursday, April 12, after an illness which had extended over a period of several months. Mrs. Cameron was the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. E.F. Reed of Miller township. She was born February 19, 1890. Her remains were laid to rest in the Rowell cemetery Friday, the funeral services being conducted by the Rev. J.C. Williams, pastor of the Methodist church. Besides her husband and parents, she is survived by two sons, two daughters, and a large number of relatives. TISHIE HALL In Memory of Tishie Hall Miss Tishie Hall, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Rufus Hall, died at the home of her parents near Kingsland Monday night, April 2, following an illness that had extended over several years. The deceased was born Feb. 17, 1906. Although sick for quite a long time, she was always cheerful and had a smile for everyone. Her loving parents were always endeavoring to make her life happy. She was a dear girl and to us it is hard to have her taken from our midst. We miss her and her voice is silent, but we are of faith that believes she is waiting over yonder where parting will be no more. In her departure she leaves behind a father and mother, seven sisters and five brothers. Two sisters preceded her. From one who loved her. May 3, 1923 KINGSLAND: BABY HURST Child Drowns An unusually peculiar and sad accident occured a few miles north of town last week when the little daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Ed Hurst was strangled to death in a slop jar. The mother left the child in the house, placed a chair across the door and went out to milk her cow early in the morning. The baby managed to crawl over or by the chair and fell head first into the slop jar and drowned immediately. May 10, 1923 KINGSLAND: MARY SMITH Mrs. Mary Smith wife of the late M.M. Smith, ex-sheriff of Cleveland County, died at the home of her daughter, Mrs. J.J. Rogers, on Friday. All of her children, three sons and seven daughters, survive her and attended the funeral services. Mrs. Smith had passed the alotted three score and ten by one year. Her children, grandchildren and great grandchildren and a host of friends mourn her demise. May 17, 1923 MARY HAMILTON MRS. A.J. HAMILTON, 53 IS CLAIMED BY DEATH A great mound of flowers-Nature's sweetest emblems of love and respect-in Greenwood cemetery mark the last resting place of Mrs. Mary Hamilton, age 53, wife of Dr. A.J. Hamilton, who died in a Little Rock hospital last Thursday afternoon following an operation. Impressive funeral services were held at the Baptist church Saturday morning, attended by hundreds of friends. The services were conducted by the Rev. A.N. Stanfield, pastor of the church. He was assisted by the Rev. H.H. McGuyre, pastor of the Methodist church, and the Rev. Geo. Moody. These ministers paid beautiful tributes to the deceased. Following the funeral services interment was made in Greenwood cemetery. The floral offering was one of the largest ever seen in this city. Pallbearers were as follows: Honorary-Drs. H.D. Sadler, A.B. Robertson, J.S. McMurtrey, F.J. Robertson and H.O. Wilson: J.W. Elrod. Active-J.L. Sadler, , Victor Moore, Walter Thomasson, Leon Moore, B.G. Mosley and Victor Boggs. Mrs. Hamilton was Miss Mary Blackman before her marriage to Dr. A.J. Hamilton in 1889. To this union were born eight children, five of whom survive. They are as follows: Mayor Grady Hamilton of Hampton; Mrs. T.C. Hunter of Little Rock, Mrs. L.C. Ackerman and Mrs. D.E. Curry of Rison and A.J. Hamilton Jr. of Rison. The deceased came to Rison with her husband several years ago from New Edinburg. She immediately identified herself with civic and church work and was always ready to take an active part in her church affairs and the different movements looking toward the betterment of the community. She was always willing to assist the poor and needy. Her cheerful dispositon which was so noticeable, and her strong character made for her friends which wer greatly shocked and saddened to hear of her untimely death. May 31, 1923 PROF. J.H. BAKER CALLED BY DEATH Head of Rison School for Four Years; A Well Known Educator Interment of Prof. John H. Baker, age 58, was made in Greenwood cemetery Monday morning, following funeral services which were conducted at the Baptist Church by the Pastor, the Rev. A.N. Stanfield. Prof. Baker died at his home in Campti, La., Friday after a long illness. He is survived by a wife, four sons, Boyd and Robert Baker of Rison, and R.D. and J.D. Baker, three daughters, Mrs. Van McKinney of Rison, Mrs. C.T. Black of Thornton, and Mrs. O.N. Eubank of Barton; two brothers, Prof. W.E. Baker and O.E. Baker; four sisters, Mrs. Allen Carter of Lowery City, Mo; Mrs. T.S. Simmonds, Bolivar, Mo.; Mrs. Chas. Firestone, Melrose, N.M.; Mrs. Wm Wells, Lowery City, Mo. His mother, Mrs. W.H. Baker of Lowery City, Mo., also survives. The deceased came to Rison in 1913 and for four years following he was superintendent of the local public schools. Following his retirement from head of Rison School he continued to make his home here until he moved to Louisiana, a few years later. NATIVE OF OHIO Mrs. Baker was born in the state of Ohio, March 12, 1865 and at an early age moved with his parents to Sinclair county, Missouri. He finished his education at Southwest Baptist College, Bolivar, Mo., taking his B.A. degree from that institution. On Feb. 21, 1888, he was married to Miss Susie R. Boyd who died in 1919. His second marriage was in 1920 when he was united in marriage to Miss Ethel Slater, who survives him. Upon the completion of his scholastic preparation, Mr. Baker entered the teaching profession and for something over 30 years he taught in the schools of Missouri, Arkansas and Louisiana. He was converted at the age of 16 and united with the Baptist Church which he faithfully served as a ordained minister for over 20 years.Prof. Baker's acquaintance with the people of Rison dates back to the summer of 1913 when he came to Rison as Superintendent of Rison High School, in which capacity he served for four years. He identified himself with the Christian people of the town and soon showed his towering strength as a community builder and leader. As superintendent of the local school, he gave himself in service as a character builder. Many young men and housewives, who have become leaders for good and elsewhere, point with pride to the time they were associated with Mr. Baker as teacher and student. It was then that they gained the good and wholesome influence exemplified by the life of unselfishness that inspired them to noble endeavors. The deceased gave freely of his life, time, and money in the service of humanity "and all in all we may say, he was suncrowned and lived above the fog." Hundreds of local people have paid him the greatest tribute by saying "He was indeed a good man." ADA PIERCE The many friends and acquaintances of Mrs. Ada pierce will regret to learn of her death which occured Friday mornng May 25th. She lived all her life in Grant county, until five or six months ago the family moved to Warren. She was laid to rest in the family burying ground. To know her was to love her. She was an effectionate wife, a loving mother and a friend to all. She will be sadly missed by all who knew her. She leaves a husband and six children, one brother, one sister, and an aged mother besides a host of relatives. She lived a beautiful Christian life and the world is better by her having lived in it. A Cousin GUS GRESHAM Gus Gresham, age 72, a resident of Pine Bluff for 46 years, died yesterday evening at the home of his daughter, Mrs. J.B. Austin, 1714 W. Thirteenth Avenue, after a short illness. He is survived by his widow, one daughter, Mrs. Austin, and two grandchildren, Voy Gresham and Miss Kate Teague Gresham of Rison. Mr. Gresham was born in Richmond, Va., and came to Pine Bluff when 16 years of age. He has spent practically all his life in agricultural pursuits in Jefferson County. Funeral services will be held from the residence of Mrs. Austin at 3:30 o'clock this afternon, the Rev. A.T. Clanton, pastor of Hawley Memorial church officiating. Burial will be in Graceland cemetery.--Friday's Pine Bluff Graphic Mr. Gresham was for several years engaged in the general mercantile business here with his son, the late V.A. Gresham. June 7, 1923 GEORGE HARRIS "DALLION" We are sorry to report the death of George Harris, which occured May 22. He was laid to rest in Friendship burying ground. July 4, 1923 LAMAR O'NEIL Lamar O'Neil, age eight, died Saturday afternoon at the home of his parents, Representative and Mrs. S.P. O'Neil, at Randall. He had been ill several days. Besides his parents, he is survived by a brother and sister. Interment was made in cemetery near Randall Sunday, the Rev. J.C. Williams officiating. IN MEMORY OF W.R. RUTLEDGE The subject of this sketch, W.R. Rutledge, was born in Tennessee in 1848 and moved to Arkansas with his parents while very young. He was married to Bettie Blackwell December 23, 1869. To this union was born three sons and three daughters, two of whom preceded him to the Great Beyond. He lived for many years in Jefferson County near Wabbaseka where he was well known and highly respected. He joined the Methodist church in 1911 where he held his membership until God saw fit to call him home on the 18th of June, 1923, at the age of 75 years. He leaves to mourn his loss four children, a number of grandchildren, one brother and three sisters, together with a host of relatives and friends. His remains were laid to rest in Flat Bayou cemetery. Funeral services were conducted by Rev. Rodgers of Altheimer. There is no death! What seems so is transition This life of mortal breath Is but the suburb of life elysian Whose portal we call death. A Niece WINNIE McDADE Mrs. Winnie McDade age about 22, wife of Ed McDade, died Monday night about ten o'clock at her home at Davis and Sadler sawmill several miles south of Rison, after an illness extending over a few days. Mrs. McDade came to Rison several years ago with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. M.C. Bowerman, from the northern part of the state. Besides her husband, she is survived by two small children and a number of relatives. Interment was made in Greenwood cemetery Tuesday afternoon. Funeral services were conducted by the Rev. H.H. Guyre, pastor of the Methodist church. DR. J.H. McCAIN DEATH CLAIMS DR. McCAIN; FORMER RISON DENTIST Dr. J.H. McCain, dentist, died at the residence of Mrs. N.H. Savage in the city Tuesday morning about 4:30 of peritonitis. Death came as a surprise as Dr. McCain had only been sick a few days and was not thought to be in a critical condition. He had gotten up to get something cold to drink and was opening the bottle when he fell back and was caught by the colored man who had been waiting on him, and death followed before a physician could reach him. Dr. McCain was born in Monticello and completed his high school work in Little Rock and was a graduate of a dental school in St. Louis where he practiced a number of years. He came to Monticello about 18 months ago and had his offices in the Union Bank and Trust Company building. He has many friends here who will regret to learn of his death. Dr. McCain is survived by his wife and son, Robert of Kansas City, his father and mother, Mr. and Mrs. L.C. McCain of J onesboro and several brothers and other relatives.---Advance Monticellonian of Monticello. Rison friends of Dr. McCain were shocked to hear of his death. He was engaged in the practice of dentistry here for a bout eight years. During the time he made his home here he acquired a large circle of friends. While residing here he indentified himself with all good movements and was a member of the Methodist church. It was from here that he went to Monticello. July 12, 1923 COOT WHITTAKER Negro Kills Brother; Thought Gun Was Unloaded Last Saturday the unloaded boys gun again won. Two colored boys, Dave and Coot Whittaker engaged in a "friendly quarrel" at their home on Sheriff Dave Cash's farm. Each secured his gun and the battle royal was on, the weapons, of course, supposedly being unloaded. Only one volley was fired and Coot fell dead. J.L. Harris, Justice of the Peace, held an inquest over the dead body, finding that Coot was slain by his brother with an "unloaded gun". NAKE MEAD Aged Negro Killed Nake Mead an aged colored man, fell off a load of staves last Friday and was killed by the wagon running over his neck. July 19, 1923 MRS. C.S. FOSTER #1 OF 2 Mrs. C.S. Foster of Toledo who has been sick for the past two years, died at her home yesterday morning. Interment will be made today in Greenwood cemetery. LAMAR O'NEILL Card of Thanks We wish to Thank the many friends, who gave their assistance and sympathy in the sickness and death of our little boy, Lamar. We feel very grateful for the many beautiful floral offerings which are kindly expressions that are beyond words. Mr. and Mrs. S.P. O'Neill July 26, 1923 MRS. C.S. FOSTER #2 OF 2 Mrs. C.S. Foster aged 53, died at her home at Toledo last Wednesday, after a lingering sickness covering a period of three years. Mrs. Foster had been a resident of Rison and community for the past 18 years, coming here with her husband from Clarendon in 1905. Mrs. Foster, whose maiden name was Miss Lou Bevil, was born at Holly Springs, Miss., and at the age of three years moved with her parents, to Paige, Texas, where she grew to womanhood. At the age of 14 years, Mrs. Foster joined the Baptist Church. In 1892 she joined the Christian Church living a devoted life. In 1887 she was married at Paige, Texas, to C.S. Foster, who survives. In 1894 Mr. and Mrs. Foster moved to this state and located at Clarendon where they lived until they came to Rison. She is survived by her husband, one son, Henry Foster of Pine Bluff, two brothers, John Bevil of Paige, Texas; A.L. Bevil of Nettlerville, Ark. The funeral services were held from the Methodist Church in Rison Thursday morning. The pastor, the Rev. H.H. McGuyre, conducted the impressive funeral services. Interment was made at Greenwood cemetery. Services at the grave were in charge of the Order of the Eastern Star of which the deceased was a member. CARL WILLIAMS The body of Carl Williams, son of Mr. and Mrs. Bob Williams of Trout, La., arrived Friday night and was buried in the Graves cemetery. CARL WILLIAMS IN STILL LAND When the intelligence reached here last Wednesday that Carl Williams was dead at his home in Trout, La., his many Cleveland County friends were shocked and saddened. Mr. Williams died Wednesday at the home of his parents Mr. and Mrs. R.L. Williams, in Trout, La. His remains were brought to Kingsland Friday night and interment occured in the Graves cemetery Saturday. The funeral services were conducted by the Rev. F.G. Roebuck. Mr. Williams was 21 years 10 months and four days of age. He was born four miles west of New Edinburg and had made his home in this county until a few years ago. He is a nephew of Ben Williams of this place. Besides his parents he leaves a number of relatives and a host of friends in the county who mourn his untimely death. August 16, 1923 JOHN J. KOON John J. Koon, a brother of D.B. Koon, local jeweler, died at his home in Sheridan last week. Mr. Koon was a highly respected young businessman of Sheridan. CONCORD "GRANDPA TATUM" We are sorry to report the death of "Grandpa" Tatum which occured Saturday morning, August 11. He was laid to rest in the family burying ground at the Christian Church near Staves. August 23, 1923 KATHA LEE ASHCRAFT On the night of August 19 the death angel visited the home of Mr. and Mrs. Rob Ashcraft and took from them their little daughter, Katha. She was ten years and 24 days of age. This little child was a very sweet one. She was taken seriously sick on Thursday morning and suffered intensely until death. Every effort was put forth to stay the hand of death, but His will must be done. Katha Lee was a true member of the Methodist Sunday School and enjoyed attending the Rison school last year, where she made a host of little friends. She is survived by her grief stricken parents, a half brother and grandfather, and a number of relatives and friends. August 30, 1923 LOIS WILSON On Wednesday, August 15, 1923, the gates of heaven swung open to receive Lois Wilson, age ten months and twenty-three days, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. George Wilson of near Pine Bluff. Death came after several days of intense suffering. A child that was the light of a happy home has been called to "a home not made with hands." A Friend September 6, 1923 JUDGE ENGLAND IS CLAIMED BY DEATH Served Two Terms As County Judge. Paralysis Is Fatal Judge Wm. England, age 68 years, died at the home of his daughter, Mrs. William Rodgers near Kedron, Saturday morning about 10:30 after an illness that had extended over a period of several weeks. Over a month ago Judge England suffered a severe stroke of paralysis and from this he never recovered. Judge England was born on a farm near Rison, April 15, 1855. In 1904 he was elected County Judge and served two terms. The deceased is survived by four chldren as follows: Mrs. Henry Rodgers, Kedron; Mrs. J.B. White, Kedron; W.D. England, Kedron, Bert England, Rison. Three brothers, Sam England o f Texas, Andrew England of Oklohoma and J.E. England of near Kedron and 16 grand children also survive. Interment was made in the Mr. Zion cemetery Sunday afternoon with the funeral services conducted by the Rev. Geo F. Moody. Judge England was held in high esteem by his neighbors who are joined by hundreds of friends over the county in mourning his passing. September 13, 1923 KINGSLAND NEWS MRS. H.L. STARK Mrs. H.L. Stark died here last Wednesday morning after an illness of about three months. Funeral services were held at the Methodist Church by the pastor, Rev. W.M. Crowson. At the cemetery the services were under the auspices of the local Rebekah lodge. September 20, 1923 BEN MURPHEY Reports telling of the death of her brother-in-law, Ben Murphy, who died at Warren were received here Tuesday by Mrs. Birdie Holmes. Mr. Murphy was a former citizen of this county, residing near New Edinburg, where he reared a large family. He is survived by five sons and two daughters as follows: Dr. Pat Murphy of Little Rock; Ben, Jr. of Dallas, Texas, Rugh of St Louis, Mo., Carl Pitt of California, Mike of Warren; Mrs. R.W. Baxter of Dermott and Nettie Jean of Warren. HERBERT JORDAN Sad news was received here Sunday morning where the intelligence was given out that Herbert Jordan, aged 22 of Fordyce was dead. Mr. Jordan died in a Little Rock hospital Saturday night. In June he underwent an operation for appendicitis. Some time later he underwent another operation in LIttle Rock, form this he never fully recovered. Mr. Jordan, while manager of the Rison Light & Power Company, acquired a large circle of friends here. He is survived by a wife and baby. October 18, 1923 "UNCLE DICK" PAYNE, 83 RECEIVES FINAL SUMMONS Last Wednesday night at ten o'clock a river of life flowed out into the great ocean of eternity, leaving Richard E ("Uncle Dick") Payne, age 83, only a memory. Death came at 10 minutes of ten o'clock on the tenth day of the tenth month, after several days of intense suffering. About a year ago, Mr. Payne came to Rison and since that time has made his home with his daughter, Mrs. Josephine Boyd. The remains were carried to Mount Holly in Columbia County Thursday afternoon where interment was made Friday. He is survived by his only child, Mrs. Boyd of Rison; a sister at Stephens, a brother at Village and a large number of relatives in this state and North Carolina. NATIVE OF NORTH CAROLINA "Uncle Dick" as he was known to his host of friends, was born in McDowell county, North Carolina, May 21, 1840 and grew to manhood in that state. He was married to Miss Mary Bowlin in 1858, and moved to Arkansas in the year 1875, making his home at Toledo, which was then the county seat of this county. Here he was engaged in the blacksmith business. In 1882 he moved to Mount Holly and it was here he made his home until about a year ago when he came to Rison to live with his daughter. His wife died several years ago. A CONFEDERATE VETERAN At the outbreak of the Civil War he went to Georgia and enlisted in the ranks of the Confederate Army. The deceased had just reached his majority at the outbreak of that fracticidal struggle. All during those four years of starvation, despair, and death of Southern manhood, he stood bravely in the fight for the "Stars and Bars". He was with Stonewall Jackson at Chancellorsville when that gallant knight fell on eternal sleep. He was with Pickett when he charged the rugged steeps of Cemetery Ridge at Gettysburg. In the hardest and most grueling battles of the war, "Uncle Dick" did his best for the cause he believed was right. No tremor of fear ever challenged his manhood in life and we know that thus unafraid he went to meet his maker and judge. A brave warrior and pioneer settler of this section, having fought a long battle, has passed through the gates of Valhalla. PAULINE HALL Pauline Hall, two year old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Horace Hall, died Wednesday afternoon at the home of Mr. Hall's father, L.R. Hall west of Rison. The child was buried Thursday at the Moore's Church burying ground, funeral services being conducted by the Rev. Geo. Moody of Rison. November 1, 1923 ROBERT RAINEY Robt. Rainey, age 80, died at the home of his daughter, Mrs. I.H. Ray, Tuesday night. Early in the day he sustained a broken hip when he fell. Interment will be in Greenwood cemetery this morning at 10 o'clock. EVAN MARKS ATTWOOD News was received here Monday afternoon telling of the death of Evan Marks, two year old son of Mr. and Mrs. Marks Attwood of New Edinburg. Death occured about one o'clock Monday. Friends deeply sympathize with the grief stricken parents. November 8, 1923 MORGAN M. BROWN Morgan M. Brown, aged 48, traveling salesman who had made his home in Pine Bluff for the past 20 years, died at six O'clock Tuesday, October 30, at his home at 218 W. Thirteenth Avenue after an illness of three years. For many years Mr. Brown was traveling representative in this territory for the Oliver Finney Grocery Company of Memphis and had a great number of friends in Pine Bluff as well as throughout southeast Arkansas where he traveled. Three years ago he went west in hopes of regaining his failing health but after remaining sometime decided to come back to his home and friends and await what he realized was inevitable. Mr. Brown is survived by his wife and three sons, J.R. and Edward Brown and two sisters, Mrs. Emma Wilson of Rison and Mrs. Wright of Shreveport, La. He was a member of the Lakeside Methodist Church and the Pine Bluff post of the United Commercial travelers. The funeral was held Thursday, November 1 from the Lakeside Methodist Church, conducted by the Rev. W.C. Watson of Blytheville, former pastor of the church and the Rev. J.L. Stowe, the present pastor. The following pallbearers were selected: Honorary- D.B. Niven, Dr. O.G. Blackwell, Dr. J.F. Crump, M.C. Hollis, W.B. Sorrells, M.J. Mead, V.O. Alexander, W.P. Lindsey. Active- E.R. Wiles, W.L. Carr, B.H. Christopher, Garland Brewster, W.B. Alexander, H.B. Strange, Charles Whyte, and M.M. Cross. Pine Bluff Commercial. Mr. Brown is a native of this county. He was born in Whiteoak township and it was here that he grew to manhood. His friends who watched with pleasure as he attained success in his work and who were keenly interested in him during years of illness are greatly saddened by his death. THOMAS c. PIERSON Veteran of Sherman's March Died Here Thomas C. Pierson, aged 83 died at his home Monday night about 7 o'clock as a result of paralytic stroke sustained early in the day. Mr. Pierson was stricken while down town. The funeral was conducted from the family home yesterday afternoon at 2 o'clock, services being conducted by the Rev. H.H. McGuyre, pastor of the Methosdist Church. Mr. Pierson is survived by a wife, five sons and three daughters as follows: C.N. of Princeton, Indiana; Thomas J. of Pine Bluff; Henry W. of Warren; Jesse and Fred of Rison; Mrs. Ben Garner, Mr. T.G. Culpepper and Miss Carrie Pierson of Rison. The deceased was born at Dulgreen, Ill. November 6, 1849. He was married at Corning, Ark. in 1887. He has been a resident of Arkansas for the past 30 years. At the outbreak of the Civil War he enlisted and served until the end of the struggle. Mr. Pierson was in some of the outstanding battles and was one of Sherman's men in that leader's famous march to the sea. November 15, 1923 MRS. GEORGE FLETCHER Mrs. GEorge Fletcher died at her home here Sunday, November 11th. She had been ill a long time. November 28, 1923 MARTHA MASON Miss Martha Mason, aged 77 years, died Sunday morning at her home in this city. Interment was made in the Moore's Church burying ground that afternoon with the funeral services conducted by the Rev. H.H. McGuyre, pastor of the Methodist church. The deceased had lived in and near Rison all her life. She is not survived by any near relatives or members of her family. S.S. Mason, a cousin, lives in Booneville, Mississipi. December 6, 1923 ELZIE HALL The remains of Elzie Hall, age 25 years, who died Sunday morning in Pine Bluff at the home of his sister were brought to Rison Monday morning. Mr. Hall was born and raised near Rison. He became ill while working at McGehee and came to Pine Bluff where he could receive proper medical attention. Interment was made in Moore's Church burying ground Monday. GEORGE MAY "Hebron News" George May died at the home of Robert Merrell November 22 and was buried at the Mt. Elba cemetery. Mr. May has been an invalid for nearly three years. He suffered a stroke of paralysis from which he never recovered. December 24, 1923 MRS. GEORGE VICKERS Interment of Mrs. George Vickers, who died in Camden Friday was made in the Moore's Church burying ground Saturday afternoon. Mrs. Vickers was born October 4, 1870 and is survived by her husband and three sons. The funeral services were conducted by the Rev. B.F. Musser pastor of the Rison Methodist church.