CLEVELAND COUNTY OBITUARIES 1930 
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CLEVELAND COUNTY HERALD, CLEVELAND COUNTY ARKANSAS
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January 1, 1930
DOROTHY ANNE JONES
	Dorothy Anne Jones, infant daughter of Mr. and 
Mrs. Rector Jones, died at the home of her parents late 
Saturday afternoon Funeral services were held at the home 
of  Mr. and Mrs. S.A. Jones Sunday afternoon by Rev. 
H.W. Jean and Rev. A.W. Hamilton. Burial was at Greenwood 
cemetery. She is survived by her parents, grandparents, 
one brother and one sister.

January 8, 1930

JOHN W. VEASEY
	John W. Veasey, age 81, died at the home of his 
daughter, Mrs. Horace Davis, two miles West of Rison 
early Wednesday morning, January 1. Funeral services 
were conducted Thursday and burial was at Bethlehem 
cemetery in the Lehigh community. Mr. Veasy had been 
ill for several weeks and his death was not unexpected.

January 15, 1930
RUFUS HALL MEETS TRAGIC DEATH (AND HENRY RANEY)
Negro Also Drowns As Boat Upsets In Saline River Backwaters
	Rufus Hall, aged 68, of Hebron, six miles southeast 
of Kingsland, one of the most widely known citizens of 
Cleveland county, and Henry Raney, Negro, of the same 
community, lost their lives in the overflow waters of 
Saline river near Mr. Hall's home Monday afternoon.
	Mr. Aall and Raney were in a boat attempting to 
rescue cattle from the overflow, when it overturned in 
the swift current of the backwater. Mr. Hall managed to 
swim some distance to a small tree to which he clung for 
more than an hour, according to reports. From there he 
was able to attract attention to some Negroes on the bank 
who went for help. Just before those who were coming to 
his rescue reached him it is said they were able to hear 
him urging them to hurry, but upon their arrival found 
that he had sunk beneath the waters which were about 
eight feet deep.
	The bodies were recovered soon afterward and 
funeral services for Mr. Hall will be held this afternoon 
(Wednesday) at 3 o'clock at the Graves cemetery near 
his home.
	He is survived by his widow, five sons, Jack of 
Forrest City, Earl of Swartz, La., Ruff of New Edinburg, 
O.Q., of Sanford, Texas and Uko Hall of New Edinburg; 
six daughters, Mrs. Herman Castile of Texarkana, Mrs. 
Orie Williams of Swartz, La., Mrs. Victor Marks, Mrs. 
Hugh Livingston, Mrs. J.B. Towery and Miss Martina Hall 
of New Edinburg; 25 grandchildren and two great 
grandchildren.
	On two occasions, Mr. Hall was a candidate for 
Sheriff and collector of Cleveland County, being well 
known to practically every man in the county. He was a 
native of the county and had spent his entire life here.


ANNIE LEE MOORE
Emmaus-Annie Lee Moore, eight year old daughter of Mr. 
and Mrs. Will Moore, died Thursday, January 9th. She 
leaves a father, mother, two brothers, two grandmothers, 
a grandfather and other relatives and friends to mourn 
her death. Funeral services were held at the home Friday 
afternoon by Eld. L.B. Moseley. The baby was laid away 
in the Shady Grove cemetery.

CLAY M. YOUNG
Rye-Clay Maxwell young, the little seven year old son of 
Mr. and Mrs. Jim Young, died Tuesday morning at 
three o'clock, following a week's illness with 
pneumonia. Little Clay was a sweet, bright little 
boy and was the pet of all his schoolmates and 
teachers. Interment was in Union cemetery 
Wednesday morning.
	He is survived by his parents, two brothers and 
many relatives and friends.

January 22, 1930

CHAS. S. FOSTER, 71 DIED AT HOT SPRINGS TODAY
	Chas. S. Foster, aged 71 years, for many years a 
citizen of Rison, died at the home of his son, Henry 
Foster, at Hot Springs Monday following a long period 
of failing health.
	Mr. Foster was well known here having made his 
home in and near Rison until a few years ago when he 
moved to Pine Bluff to live with his son. They had 
recently removed to Hot Springs. He was a member of 
the First Christian Church of Pine Bluff and also a 
Royal Arch Mason.
	The remains were brought overland to Rison Tuesday 
afternoon and funeral services conducted from the home 
of his niece, Mrs. R.E. Quinn, by the Rev. A.W. Hamilton, 
pastor of the Rison Methodist Church.
	Burial was made at Greenwood cemetery by the side 
of his wife who died several years ago. Services at the 
grave were in charge of Culpepper Lodge F. & A.M. of 
this city.


February 5, 1930

A.M. COLEMAN, FORMER CITIZEN OF COUNTY DEAD
	A.M. Coleman, aged 75 years, died Wednesday 
morning January 29, at his home seven miles south 
of Pine Bluff. His death followed an illness of three 
years, the last of which he was confined to his bed 
practically all the time.
	Mr. Coleman was well known in this county having 
made his home near Clio for many years, prior to his 
removal to Jefferson county 10 years ago.
 	Funeral services were conducted Thursday afternoon 
near Fordyce, his former home.
	He is survived by his widow, four sons, A.G. 
Coleman of El Dorado and V.C., L.R., and Joe Coleman 
of Pine Bluff; two daughters, Misses Mary and Bruce 
Coleman of Pine Bluff; two sisters, Mrs. Sallie Davis 
of Long Island, New York and W.Y. Coleman of Shelton, S.C.

MRS. M.G. CUPLEPPER PIONEER CITIZEN, DEAD
	Mrs. Mattie G. Culpepper, aged 81 years, died at 
the home of her daughter, Mrs. M.C. Andrews in Pine Bluff, 
Friday morning. She had made her home in Pine Bluff for 
some time prior to her death.
	The remains were brought here after a funeral service 
in Pine Bluff for burial in Greenwood cemetery Saturday 
afternoon. The services were conducted by the Rev. John 
Harris of Thornton.
	Mrs. Culpepper was a native of North Carolina but 
had made her home in Cleveland and Jefferson counties for 
more than 70 years. She had many friends in and near Rison. 
She was a member of the Primitive Baptist Church.
	She is survived by her husband J.D. Culpepper of 
this city: three sons, John C. Bond of Warren and Carroll D. 
and J.A. Culpepper of Rison; one daughter, Mrs. Andrews of 
Pine Bluff and one brother S.C. Mullis of Dumas.


JIMMY GENTRY
	The body of Jimmie Gentry, who died suddenly at his 
home at Strong last Wednesday, was brought here for burial 
Thursday, interment was made in Friendship cemetery.
	He was well known in this community having been 
reared here. He had a host of friends and relatives who 
mourn his departure.
	He is survived by his wife, parents Mr, and Mrs. R.G. 
Gentry, three brothers, Irvin, Jessie and Robert Jr. and 
two sisters, Mrs. Marshall Rogers of Star City and Grace 
Loraine Gentry.
	

February 12, 1930

J.R. MERRILL, AGED 50 DIED AT P.B. THURSDAY
	J. Robert Merrill, aged 50 years, well known salesman 
of Rison, died at a Pine Bluff Hospital Thursday night after 
an illness of two weeks. He was carried to the hospital 
Wednesday.
	He is survived by his wife of Rison: three brothers, 
C.F. Merrill of Couchatta, La., S.H. Merrill of Idabel, 
Okla., and H.C. Merrill of Shreveport, La., five sisters, 
Mrs. W.J. Johnson of Kingsland, Mrs. G.M. Johnson, Plaindealing, 
La., Mrs. W.P. Sturgis, Arkadelphia ; Mrs. Ben White, Monticello 
and Mrs. J.W. Gray of Pine Bluff.
	Mr. Merrill has always made his home in Cleveland county 
and was engaged in farming until a few years ago. Since that 
time he has represented a medicine agency in the county. He 
was a member of the Methodist Church, being active in the work 
of the church at Hebron in Redland township.
	Funeral services were conducted Saturday afternoon at 
Mt. Elba cemetery where interment was made. The services were 
in charge of the Revs. J.C. Johnson of New Edinburg and A.W. 
Hamilton of this city.

CHAS. KERN
NEGRO CENTARIAN DIES THIS MORNING
	Chas. Kern, well known Negro who claimed that he was 
born more than 100 years ago, died at his home near Toledo 
early Wednesday morning following a short illness.
	"Uncle Charlie" as he was known to practically everybody 
who knew him, was a well known character in this section and 
never failed to attract the attention of those who saw him 
"in action" on his regular Saturday visits to Rison, which 
he made regularly with little interruption for more than 25 
years. He furnished fun during the years for many white people 
with his antics, the chief of which was to administer a seasoned 
"wallop" to anything or anybody in reach when his mirth 
was aroused.
	From all accounts which he gave of himself he could 
not be far wrong concerning his aged. He claimed that for 
20 years prior to the Civil War, he was a fugitive from 
slavery with a band of runaway Negroes and that they made 
their living by plundering at night, spending days hidden 
in caves. For the past few years he has been on the mercy 
of his white friends and the county.

February 19, 1930

MISS RUBY TAYLOR
	Miss Ruby Taylor, aged 22 years, died at the home 
of her parents Mr. and Mrs. Walter H. Taylor in Pine Bluff 
Thursday morning after a brief illness from pneumonia.
	Miss Taylor was well known in Rison having attended 
the local high school and graduating with honors with the 
class of  '28. She was salutatorian for the class at the 
commencement exercises. At that time she lived near Kedron 
but moved to Pine Bluff some time ago with here parents, 
where she has made her home since.
	Funeral services were conducted at Mt. Zion Church at 
Dialion Friday afternoon by the Rev. H.W. Jean, pastor of 
the local Baptist Church. Interment was at the Mt. Zion 
cemetery.
	She is survived by her parents, four brothers, Irvin, 
Iva, Lonnie and Ray Taylor all of Pine Bluff, two sisters, 
Mrs. Myrtle Taylor of Kedron and Miss Faye Taylor.

DEATH CALLS THREE PIONEER CITIZENS
W.I. CARTER, D.B. ANDREWS AND R.M. HAMILTON DIE 
DURING PAST WEEK

W.I. CARTER
	William Ira Carter, aged 89 years, one of the 
oldest residents of the county, died at his home in Lee 
township Wednesday night.
	He was born in Lauderdale county, Mississippi on 
March 16, 1841 and moved to Arkansas when only 10 years 
of age. He served in the Civil War a member of Company C, 
12th Arkansas Regiment. Shortly after the close of the 
war, he was married to Miss Mary Mosley and settled a farm 
upon which he had lived for more than 50 years. During the 
past year, Mr. and Mrs. Carter celebrated their 63rd 
wedding anniversary.
	Mr. Carter was one of the most beloved citizens of 
his section of the county and enjoyed a wide circle of 
friends. He never lost interest in the affairs of his 
community, county and state.
	He is survived by his widow; five sons, John L. 
Carter, state fire marshal, Newton J. Carter, with the 
state highway department, E.J. Carter, all of Little Rock, 
Rev. W.J. Carter and Alvin Carter of New Edinburg; one 
daughter, Miss Mildred Carter of New Edinburg.

D.B. ANDREWS
	D.B. Andrews, 81 years old, died at the home of 
his son, Walter Andrews here, Thursday morning after an 
illness of two weeks with influenza and pneumonia.
	Mr. Andrews made his home at Faith for many years 
but moved to Rison with his son several years ago and has 
resided here since. He was a member of the Rison Baptist 
Church and through his pleasant and jovial manner made 
many friends.
	Funeral services were conducted at the Baptist 
Church here Thursday afternoon by the Rev. H.W. Jean, 
pastor. Burial was at Faith cemetery.
	He is survived by his son, Walter Andrews of this 
city and one daughter, Mrs. A.O. Griffin of Faith: ten 
grandchildren and six great grandchildren.

ROBERT M. HAMILTON
	Robert M. Hamilton of Whiteoak township, died at 
his home late Thursday after an illness of several weeks. 
The immediate cause of his death was pneumonia. He had 
been suffering for some time from a heart affection which 
weakened him to such an extent that he sank rapidly after 
he was stricken.
	He was the son of the late Rev. M.S. Hamilton and 
was born at Cuthbert, Georgia on August 14, 1854. He 
came with his parents to Arkansas six years later and 
has made his home in this county since. He united with 
the Methodist Church when a small boy and in early 
manhood entered the Ministry of his church, holding 
local preacher's orders for a number of years. He was 
married in 1888 to Miss Sallie I. McSwain who survives 
him.
	Funeral services were conducted at Mt. Carmel 
Church Friday afternoon in charge of the Revs. L.T. 
Rogers, pastor and A.W. Hamilton of Rison. Burial was 
at the Mt. Carmel cemetery.
	He is survived by his wife; two sons, G.M. and 
Lon Hamilton of the Mt. Carmel community; two daughters, 
Mrs. A.A. Ryburn of Calmer and Mrs. Roscoe Word of this 
city, three brothers, J.W. Hamilton of near Rison and 
L.P. and M.M. Hamilton both of Pine Bluff; two sisters, 
Mrs. Ida Good of Farmer's Branch, Texas, and Mrs. 
Ellen Cason of Pine Bluff.

MRS. W.M. GRANGER
	Mrs. W.M. Granger, who has been confined to her 
bed the past two months died Sunday afternoon in Little 
Rock at the home of her daughter Mrs. Presley Davis.
	She was before her marriage in January 1885 to 
W.M. Granger Miss Henrietta Morgan.
	Mrs. Granger was the mother of eleven children 
all of whom survive. She is also survived by her husband, 
a sister, and eighteen grandchildren.
	She moved here with her family several years ago 
from Waldo and since that time has made many friends 
here who extend to members of the family sympathy 
during the dark hour.
	The respect and esteem which the citizens of the 
community had for the deceased was evidenced by the 
great number of people who filled the church.
	Rev. B.F. Scott conducted the funeral service. 
Interment was in the local cemetery by the H.B. 
Benton Co.

February 26, 1930

MRS. W.W. LEA DIES AT KINGSLAND MON.
Widely Known Church and Community Leader Was Many 
years Herald Correspondent
	Mrs. Walter W. Lea, aged 45 years, died at 
her home at Kingsland early Monday morning after 
a long illness. Although she had been confined to 
her bed only for the past few weeks, her condition 
had reached a stage where her recovery was doubtful 
and her death was not unexpected.
	Mrs. Lea, who was before her marriage Miss 
Mattie Mitchell, was one of the most widely known 
and universally loved women of the county. She was 
a member of the Kingsland Methodist Church and has 
always taken an active part in the affairs of her 
church and community. For the past few years, she 
has spent much of her time at the store operated 
by Mr. Lea and herself, where she always had a 
smile and pleasant word for her customers and 
visitors.
	She was the daughter of the late Mr. and 
Mrs. T.C. Mitchell and was born in Alabama, March 
25, 1884. She moved with her parents to Arkansas 
when a young girl and was married to Mr. Lea December 
25, 1904.
	For many years, Mrs. Lea was correspondent for 
the Herald at Kingsland, giving up that position since 
January 1, on account of the condition of her health. 
She was an excellent writer and was one of the most 
valuable members of the Herald staff of writers. During 
the years she reported for this paper, she never missed 
a single week in sending the news from Kingsland, unless 
prevented by illness.
	She is survived by her husband; one daughter, Miss 
Archer Lea, teacher in the Kingsland High School; two 
sisters, Mrs. Nannie Smith of Fernbank, Alabama and Mrs. 
John Fortner of Wheelen Springs.
	Funeral services were held at the Kingsland Methodist 
Church Tuesday afternoon at 2 o'clock, conducted by the 
Rev. B.F. Scott, pastor. Pallbearers were: K.A. Elam, 
J.L. Harris, R.T. McCoy, A.C. Webb, J.A. Bell, Sid 
Knickerbocker, W.G. Smiley and Will Word. Burial was in 
the Kingsland cemetery. Funeral arrangements were in 
charge of the H.B. Benton undertaking parlors of Fordyce.

MRS. LILLIS A. RICHARDSON
	Mrs. Lillis A. Richardson, formerly of this county, 
died at her home in Pine Bluff Sunday afternoon, following 
a paralytic stroke she suffered several weeks ago while 
on a visit to her son at Fort Worth, Texas.
	Mrs. Richardson, who was a sister of Mrs. Woodson 
Mosley of this city, was born in 1867 in Wesson, Miss. 
and when a girl moved to Arkansas with her parents, the 
late Mr. and Mrs. William Smith. They made their home at 
New Edinburg and later at Kingsland, where she lived when 
she married Tom Richardson. They lived at Marshall, Texas 
for a number of years, where Mr. Richardson died in 1912. 
For the past 10 years however, she has made her home in 
Pine Bluff.
	She was a member of the First Baptist Church of 
Pine Bluff.
	She is survived by one son, Raymond J. Richardson 
of Fort Worth, Texas; four sisters, Mrs. Mosley of this 
city, Mrs. Kate Orton, Mrs. R.A. Poole and Mrs. Jim Smith 
of Pine Bluff; four brothers, Ed and Warren Smith of 
Hermitage, Ellis Smith of Farmersville, Texas and Lloyd 
Smith of Pine Bluff.
	Funeral services were conducted Monday afternoon 
by the Rev. I.B. Hodges.

MARY DARLEEN CULPEPPER
	Mary Darleen Culpepper, three year old daughter of 
Mr. and Mrs. J.A. Culpepper of near Rison, died at the 
home of her parents late Wednesday evening after a 
short illness.
	Funeral services were conducted at the Rison 
Methodist Church Thursday afternoon in charge of the 
Rev. A.W. Hamilton, pastor. Burial was at Greenwood 
cemetery. 
	She is survived by her parents and three brothers.

March 5, 1930

JAMES McCLELLAN, 97 OF LEE TWP. DEAD
Another Confederate Veteran Dies Monday: 
Was Pioneer Settler.
	James McClellan, aged 97 years, died 
Monday morning, March 3, at the home of his 
grandson, B.H. McClellan in Lee township, 
south of New Edinburg, after an illness of 
three weeks.
	Mr. McClellan was born in 1832 in Annibelle 
county, South Carolina and moved with his parents to 
Mississippi in 1840 where he lived until 1859, when 
he and his family came to Arkansas and settled near 
Warren. He was married tin 1854 to Miss Huldah Mathis, 
who died in 1918. To them were born nine children, 
only one of whom are now living.
	At the outbreak of the Civil War, Mr. McClellan 
enlisted in the Confederate Army and served throughout 
the war leaving a wife and three children at home. 
After the close of the war he made his home in this 
county and near Sheridan. Since the death of his wife, 
he has lived with relatives and for the past two years 
with his grandson, where he died.
	He was a member of the Baptist Church and had a 
great number of friends in the sections where he had 
lived. He was known to many Rison people as he had 
visited this city on several occasions during the 
past years.
	He is survived by one son, Isaac McClellan, an 
attorney of Sheridan; three sisters, all of Mississippi; 
25 grandchildren, 55 great grandchildren and nine great 
great grandchildren besides a large number of other 
relatives.
	The body was carried to Camp Creek cemetery in 
Grant county for burial.

MRS. J.H. McCLELLAN DIES SUDDENLY MONDAY
	Mrs. J.H. McClellan, aged 38 years, died at her 
home near New Edinburg Monday, after having been ill 
only a few hours.
	She is survived by her husband, four sons, four 
daughters, her parents, Rev. and Mrs. J.R. Hartley and 
three brothers of near Rison. All her immediate family 
were at home when she died with the exception of the 
oldest son.
	Until a few weeks ago, Mr. and Mrs. McClellan 
resided in Lee township, when they moved to near New 
Edinburg. She was a member of the Free Will Baptist 
Church, having united with the church at the age of 
16 years. She was a devoted Christian woman and loved 
by all her neighbors and friends.
	Funeral services were conducted at the Reeve's 
cemetery, where the remains were buried. The services 
were attended by a large crowd of relatives and friends 
who gathered to pay their last respects. 

MRS. W. H. BAKER
	Mrs. William H. Baker, aged 91, died at her 
home at Bolivar, Missouri Thursday, after a long 
illness. Mrs. Baker will be remembered by many people 
of Rison as she made her home her for two years with 
her son the late J.H. Baker. She was the mother of 
Prof. W.E. Baker of Kingsland and the grandmother of 
Mrs. Van McKinney of this city.

March 12, 1930

MRS. CHAS. LEE
Toledo-Mrs. Ben Cash and Jud Terry received word last 
week of the death of their sister, Mrs. Charlie Lee 
on March 1, at Greenville, Miss.
Mrs. Lee had been in a hospital for some time suffering 
from blood poisoning.
Besides her husband she is survived by eight children, 
two sisters and five brothers. Mrs. Lee was formerly 
Miss Beulah Terry. She was reared in this community.

THE REV. HUGH REVELEY
	Toledo-news was received here last week of the 
death of the Rev. Hugh Reveley, which occurred at his 
home in Penny Farms, Florida Wednesday. The remains 
were brought to Little Rock where funeral services were 
held Saturday. Interment was at the family burying ground 
at El Paso.
	Rev. Reveley, who was superannuated Methodist 
Minister was well known in this county having served 
as pastor of the churches on the Rowell circuit and at 
New Edinburg. He was married while pastor at New Edinburg 
to Miss Mary Marks, who survives him.

MRS. MARY ROBINSON
	Kingsland-Mrs. Mary Robinson died Thursday night 
at the home of her daughter Mrs. J.H. Drake, after an 
illness of a few weeks.
	She was 82 years old. For the past several years 
she has made her home with Drake here and has made many 
friends who are saddened by her death.
	Funeral services were conducted at the family 
residence Friday afternoon by the Rev. B.F. Scott. Burial 
was in Temperance Hill cemetery.
	The deceased is survived by her brother, T.J. 
McFarland of Oklahoma City,her daughter Mrs. Drake of 
this city, by 5 grandchildren and three great grandchildren.

MR. RANKIN
	"Uncle Dick" Rankin as he was called by all 
who knew him, died on Thursday night after an illness 
of several weeks.
	Having past his ninety-second birthday he has 
been rather feeble for some time but until only a 
few weeks ago he could walk to town from his home.
	He is survived by his wife and one son J.A. Rankin.

March 19, 1930

MRS. DORA JONES
	Mrs. Dora Jones, aged 57 years, wife of G.A. 
(Arthur) Jones, died at the home of her daughter, 
Mrs. Jess Bitner, at Corpus Christi, Texas, Thursday, 
March 13, following a long illness. Mrs. Jones had 
gone to Corpus Christi two months ago in the hopes of 
her health improving.
	Mrs. Jones, who was the daughter of the late 
Judge J.M. McCaskill, was born in this county and had 
lived in and near Cleveland County all her life. For 
many years she lived in Rison and for the past few years 
has resided one mile west of town. She was a member of 
the Rison Baptist Church.
	She is survived by her husband, one son, Lester 
Jones and two daughters, Mrs. Bitner and Mrs. Livingston 
Wilson.
	The remains were brought here and funeral services 
held this morning at the Baptist church in charge of 
the Rev. H.W. Jean, pastor. Interment was in the family 
lot at Greenwood cemetery.

JOHN R. WRIGHT, 79 DIES THURS. MARCH 13
			John R. Wright, aged 79 years, 
pioneer citizen of Cleveland County, died at the 
home of his daughter, Mrs. F.E. Masey in Saline 
township Thursday morning, March 13, after a long 
illness. After having been confined to his bed for 
eight weeks, he appeared to be much improved for 
several days prior to his death and was able to go 
to his meals. He ate a hearty breakfast Thursday but 
died a few minutes after returning to his room.
	Mr. Wright was born in De Soto County, Mississippi 
on June 7, 1850 and came to Arkansas with his parents 
in 1858. He has made his home in this county since. Of 
a friendly and genial nature, he made friends and held 
friendships. He was active in church work, being a member 
of the Baptist church since early manhood.
	Surviving him are one brother, Richard Wright of 
Cheyenne, Oklahoma; five daughters, Mrs. Massey, Mesdames 
Jim, Sol and Sye Garlington and Mrs. Rose Crowder of Saline 
Township; forty grandchildren and 28 great grandchildren. 
	Funeral services were conducted at the family
cemetery Friday afternoon by the Revs. O.E. Sharp and 
R.A. Raney.

MRS. IDA CURRY
	Rye-Mrs. Ida Curry died Thursday march 13, 
following a long illness. She was 66 years of age. 
She is survived by her husband John W. Curry, one 
daughter, Mrs. Tom Wooldridge and one son Elmer 
Curry, all of Rye; several grandchildren, four 
sisters and one brother.
	Funeral services were conducted at Union 
Church Friday march 14th by Rev. O.A. Ashcraft 
assisted by Eld. W.M. Quinn. The remains were 
layed to rest in Union Cemetery.	
	
March 26, 1930

DR. M.F. STANFIELD AGED 63 YEARS, DEAD
Retired Physician And Former County Official 
In Ill Health Several years.
	Death ended the career of one of 
Cleveland County's most prominent citizens 
at noon Wednesday, March 19, when Dr. M.F. 
Stanfield, died suddenly at the home of Mr. 
and Mrs. J.B. Lindsey of Toledo, where he 
had made his home for the past three years.
	Although in ill health for a number of 
years and having failed rapidly for the past 
few weeks, he appeared to be in no worse 
condition than usual until a few minutes 
before he died. He had gone to the table 
and was preparing to eat his dinner when 
he collapsed from a paralytic stroke. He 
did not regain consciousness and expired 
soon after being removed to his bed.
	Dr. Stanfield, who was the son of 
the late Dr. and Mrs. C.A. Stanfield, was
 born at Toledo may 21, 1866 and spent his 
entire life as a citizen of this county. 
After attending literary school he became 
a student in the Medical Department of the 
University of Arkansas, graduating in the 
early 90's. He located near Orlando in the 
southern part of the county where he continued 
in the practice of his profession until 1914 
when he was elected county and circuit clerk, 
which office he held for four years. After 
retiring from the clerks' office, he engaged 
in the grocery business here and also in the 
operation of his farm near Toledo until his 
health began failing.
	Dr. Stanfield always enjoyed the confidence 
and friendship of his fellow man and was one of 
the most useful men in the county during his 
active years. He was a member of the Rison Methodist 
Church, having united on a profession of faith 
three years ago.
	He is survived by one sister, Mrs. L.V. 
Sumerow of Oklahoma City and several nephews and 
nieces. He was never married.
	Funeral services were held at the Methodist 
church Thursday afternoon at 3 o'clock by the 
Rev. A.W. Hamilton, pastor, and the Rev. H.W. 
Jean, pastor of the Rison Baptist church. Burial 
was in the family lot at Greenwood cemetery.

DOYCE FLETCHER ADAMS
	Rye-Doyce Fletcher, the little 10 month 
old son of Mr. and Mrs. Ferman Adams, died 
Thursday morning March 20 at 10 o'clock, 
following a two weeks illness. Interment 
was made in Union cemetery Friday. Funeral 
services were conducted by Rev. Barton, pastor 
of Enon Church.
	Little Doyce is survived by his parents 
one brother, Walter Lee, aged 5, his grandparents, 
Mr. and Mrs. E. M. Adams and Mr. and Mrs. Olin 
West all of Rye.

April 2, 1930

MRS. ALMA MAE RATLIFF
	The body of Mrs. Alma Mae Ratliff of 
Kedron was brought here Saturday afternoon 
and buried by her former husband, Lee Hill at 
Rowell cemetery. Mrs. Ratliff was before her 
first marriage Miss Alma Mae Stewart, oldest 
daughter of Monroe Stewart. She is survived 
by two sisters, one brother and her father. Also 
two small children. She has a sister Mrs. Tom 
Lunsford who resided here. She had made her home 
here all her life until about a year ago when 
she married Mr. Ratliff of Kedron who survives 
her. Rev. Ratliff conducted the funeral service.

MRS. FANNIE B. JONES
	Kingsland-Mrs. Fannie B. Jones died at 
the home of her son here early Sunday morning. 
She had been in ill health for several months 
but last week her condition grew alarming and 
her death was not a shock.
	Mrs. Jones lived here until several 
years ago when she moved with her children. 
She returned here Christmas and had been 
making her home with her son.	
	She is survived by four children, Mrs. 
Ida Norvill of El Paso, Texas, Mrs. Rose Sharp 
of Pine Bluff, Percy Jones of Little Rock and 
Ross Jones Kingsland.
	Funeral services were conducted at the 
Kingsland cemetery Sunday afternoon by Rev. 
B.F. Scott.

April 16, 1930

ELBERT WEST, JR.
	Rye-Elbert Jr., the two month old son 
of Mr. and Mrs. Elbert West of Baxter, died 
Friday April 4. The remains were brought here 
and laid to rest in Union cemetery Saturday, 
April 5. Rev. Boles of Warren conducted the 
funeral services. He is survived by his parents 
and grandparents Mr. and Mrs. George Davis of 
Baxter and Mr. and Mrs. O.N. West of Rye, two 
little sisters having preceeded him to a better 
world.

April 23, 1930

B.F. RYBURN, CIVIL WAR VETERAN, IS DEAD
	Benjamin F. Ryburn, aged 83 years, died at 
his home near Calmer Monday afternoon following 
a long period of ill health. His condition for 
the past few months has grown steadily worse and 
he was confined to his bed for the past several 
weeks.
	Funeral services were conducted at the 
family burying ground Tuesday afternoon at 
Friendship cemetery.
	Mr. Ryburn was born in Tennessee March 27, 
1847 and came to Arkansas with his parents when 
he was five years old. His father settled on a 
farm in what is now Hudgin township.
	At the age of 18 Mr. Ryburn enlisted in 
the army and served until the close of the 
Civil War. He was married three times. In 
1867 to Miss Nannie Wharton, who died in 1899; 
late in 1899 to Mrs. P.P. Crump, who died in 
1915. He then was married to Mrs. Fannie E. Ward, 
who survives him.
	He is also survived by six sons, R.L. J.W. 
and A.A. Ryburn of Calmer; C.S. Ryburn of Rison, 
Jake Ryburn of Jefferson City, Missouri and J.H. 
Ryburn of Charlotte, Iowa, 29 grandchildren and 
10 great grandchildren.
	He united with the Missionary Baptist church 
at new Hope more than 60 years ago and remained a 
faithful and loyal member of the church until 
his death.

April 30, 1930

FRANKIE BELL AGED SPINSTER FATALLY 
BURNED EARLY SUNDAY
	Miss Frankie Bell, who was more than 
80 years of age, died at the home of her 
nephew, B.P. Bell with whom she made her home 
in Whiteoak township, shortly afternoon Sunday 
as a result of burns received that morning.
	It is supposed that when she arose Sunday 
morning, she built a fire in her room, which was 
detached from the main dwelling, and that her 
clothing became ignited. Her screams attracted 
other members of the family who ran to her 
assistance, reaching her however after her 
clothing had burned almost from her body.
	Funeral services were conducted Monday 
morning at 10 o'clock at the Black cemetery, 
where the remains were buried.


June 4, 1930

W.A. NIVEN, FORMER CITIZEN OF CO. DEAD
	W.A. (Watt) Niven, aged 77 years, died 
at his home near Pine Bluff Thursday morning, 
following an illness of several weeks.
	Mr. Niven, who for nearly 60 years resided 
in this county, was born in Anson County, North 
Carolina and moved with his parents to Cleveland 
County, when a lad of 12 years. He lived in this 
section until six years ago when he moved near 
Watson's Chapel. Until his removal to Jefferson 
County, he operated a large farm four miles north 
of Rison, near Clio. He owned considerable acreage 
there at his death.
	For nearly 40 years Mr. Niven served as Justice 
of the Peace of his township and took a very active 
part in the progressive affairs of his country and 
community. He was a devoted member of the Methodist 
church having been a steward in the church for many 
years and was recognized as leader in the affairs of 
his church.
  	Surviving him are his wife; one daughter, Mrs. 
Ida Matthews, both of Watson's Chapel; and one brother, 
Dr. J.D. Niven of Tucker.
	Funeral services were conducted at the home 
Friday afternoon, in charge of the Rev. J.M. Workman, 
presiding elder, L.T. Rogers, pastor of the church of 
which Mr. Niven was a member.
	Burial was in Graceland cemetery at Pine Bluff, 
J.L. Sadler of Rison was an active pallbearer and H.N. 
Robertson, Judge Woodson Mosley, J.M. McMurtrey and N.A. 
McKinney were honorary pallbearers.

J.B. WILSON, 74 DIED AT RANDALL FRIDAY
	James B. Wilson, aged 74 years, died at his 
home near Randall Friday morning after an illness 
of several months.
	Funeral services were conducted at the home 
Saturday afternoon and the remains buried at Pleasant 
Ridge cemetery.
	Mr. Wilson was born at Logansport, Indiana, where 
he lived until he reached the age of 12 at which time 
he moved to Missouri with his parents, moving to 
Arkansas soon afterward. He lived at Rison a number 
of years ago, operating a blacksmith shop. For many 
years however, he has lived near Randall where he 
operated a shop.
	He was a member of the Pleasant Ridge Baptist 
Church having served as superintendent of the Sunday 
school there, continuously for the past 26 years. He 
was also a member of the board of deacons of the church.
	Surviving him are his widow; three daughters, Mrs. 
Ona Betty of cornerstone, Mrs. Lillie Camp of Sherrill 
and Mrs. Ethel Wardlaw of English; two brothers, S.H. 
Wilson, Faith, and A.E. Wilson of Star City; three 
sisters, Mrs. Kate Cooney of Altheimer, Mrs. Anna 
Trussell of Palestine, Texas and Mrs. Florence Humbert 
of Woodlawn, Missouri.

W.G. CURRY, AGED 70, DIED WEDNESDAY NIGHT
	William Green Curry, aged 70 years, died at 
his home at Rye at 8 o'clock Wednesday night after 
a short illness. Funeral services were conducted at 
Greenwood cemetery here Thursday afternoon by the 
Rev. H.W. Jean. Interment was in the family lot at 
Greenwood.
	Mr. Curry was until two years ago, a resident 
of Rison for nearly 25 years. He moved to Fordyce 
two years ago to make his home with his son, D.E. 
Curry. They moved to Rye early this year. He was 
born in this county, February 20, 1860 and has lived 
here nearly all the time since. In 1892 he was 
married to Miss Annie Mae Carter, who died two 
years ago. 
	He was known as one of the county's most 
honest, upright and trustworthy citizens and had 
a wide circle of friends.
	He is survived by one son, D.E. Curry of 
Rye and a daughter, Mrs. S.O. Vandiver of San 
Jose, California

June 11, 1930

ARTHUR EDWARDS
	Rye-Arthur, the fourteen month old son 
of Mr. and Mrs. Garfield Edwards, died Sunday 
morning June 8, following several days of illness. 
He is survived by his parents, two half brothers 
Joe and Lester. His body was laid to rest in Union 
cemetery Monday morning. Rev. W.M. Guinn conducted 
the funeral services.

June 18, 1930

JOHN HENDERSON, AGED 29 OF CALMER IS DEAD
	John Henderson, aged 29 years, died late 
Thursday enroute to a Pine Bluff hospital from 
his home near Calmer. He was ill only two days 
and his condition was not regarded as dangerous 
until a few hours before his death, when he was 
rushed to the hospital. He died only a short 
distance from his home.
	He was well known as he made his home here 
for sometime several years ago.
	Funeral services were conducted at Rowell 
cemetery Friday afternoon by the rev. W.F. Campbell.
	He is survived by his wife, one little 
daughter, his parents, Mr. and Mrs. R.S. 
Henderson of Calmer; three brothers, Guy of 
Rison, R.F. and Home D. Henderson of Calmer; 
and three sisters, Mrs. Beulah Brown of Reydel, 
Mrs. Ora Floyd of Glendale, and Miss Doshia 
Mae Henderson of Calmer.

S.A. JONES IS FATALLY INURED
Prominent Citizen Is Killed By Racing 
Horse Here Saturday Afternoon
	S.A. (Gus) Jones, aged 63, was fatally 
injured about 4 o'clock here Saturday afternoon 
when run down by a horse which had been entered 
in the races, a feature of the trades day 
entertainment. He died two hours later in an 
ambulance while being carried to a Pine 
Bluff hospital.
 	The accident occurred near the Baptist 
Church on East Magnolia Street where the races 
were being held after the streets had been 
cleared of traffic. As the horses neared the 
church, one ridden by Ray Walker of this city 
turned from the street and plunged into the crowd 
which lined the sidewalks. Mr. Jones who was 
watching the other horses, failed to see the animal 
plunge on the sidewalk and was unaware of its 
approach until to was upon him. He was hurled several 
yards when struck by the horse and received a fracture 
of the skull and was thought to have also been injured 
internally. He was carried to the office of a physician 
and later to his home before the ambulance arrived. 
He never revived and died shortly after leaving Rison.
	A broken bridle rein is said to have been the 
cause of the horse leaving the street and the rider 
was unable to regain control of the animal. Walker 
was thrown from the horse but was uninjured. Bystanders 
called to Mr. Jones but the noise from the hundreds 
of people who lined each side of the street prevented 
him hearing the warnings.
	The accident cast a pall and sadness over the 
entire crowd of people estimated at 3,000 and 
little interest was taken in any other events 
of the day. The accident was witnessed by several
 hundred persons who were near the place where 
it occurred.
	Mr. Jones, who was one of Rison's most 
prominent citizens, was born in 1867 in Caldwell 
county, North Carolina and moved to Arkansas 40 
years ago, having made his home here since. He 
was married to Miss Lucy Merrill 39 years ago. 
He has served as a member of the Rison school 
board on a number of occasions as well as the 
city council of Rison. He has been a member of 
the Methodist church for 45 years and member of 
the local church for more than 30 years. He was 
one of the most successful farmers of this section 
of the county and also was a heavy stock holder in 
the Farmers Gin here.
	He is survived by his wife; four sons, Walter, 
Rector and J.Q. Jones of Rison and Fred Jones of Waldo; 
two daughters, Mrs. Harry Speaks and Miss Alimae Jones 
of Rison; two brothers, G.A. Jones of Corpus Christi, 
Texas and Dr. A.D. Jones of Granite Falls, N.C. and one 
sister, Mrs. C.W. Rosenberg of Granite Falls, N.C.
	Funerals services were conducted Sunday afternoon 
at 4 o'clock from the Rison Methodist Church by the 
Revs. A.W. Hamilton, pastor, H.W. Jean and Harold D. 
Sadler. Burial was in the family lot at Greenwood 
cemetery.
	The services were attended by one of the largest 
crowds ever present at a funeral here which together 
with a great bank of flowers bespoke the love and esteem 
held for Mr. Jones by his neighbors and friends.

June 25, 1930

MRS. S. O. EBERHARDT 79, DIED SUNDAY NIGHT
	Mrs. S.O. Eberhardt, aged 79 years, died at 
her home here Sunday night after a long illness. Her 
death was not unexpected as her condition for the past 
week has failed rapidly and she had been unconscious a 
greater portion of the last few days.
	Nearly three years ago, she suffered a broken hip 
from a fall at her bed since as the injury failed to 
respond to treatment.
	Mrs. Eberhardt was born in Georgia in 1851 and 
moved to Arkansas 58 years ago. For many years she had 
been a widow and until her injury three years ago, she 
lived alone in her cottage near the Baptist Church. She 
was a member of the Baptist Church, being one of the most 
loyal and faithful members of the local church. She was 
also a charter member of the local chapter of United 
Daughters of the Confederacy and until her health failed, 
took a great interest in church and community affairs.
	Funeral services were conducted at the Baptist 
church Monday afternoon by the Rev. A.W. Hamilton, pastor 
of the Methodist church, owning to illness of Rev. H.W. 
Jean, her pastor. Burial was in the family burying ground 
at Bethlehem near her old home.
	She is survived by one daughter, Mrs. M.E. Holtzel 
of Oklahoma city; one brother, C.P. Roebuck of Rison, a 
number of grandchildren and several nephews and nieces. 
Mrs. S. A. Jones of this city is a niece.

REV. W.F. LASETER
Former Pastor Dead
	Rev. W.F. Laseter, former pastor 
of the local Methodist church, died at 
his home in Little Rock Sunday. Rev. 
Laseter who was 78 years old had been a 
superannuate for a number of years and had 
made his home at little Rock since his 
retirement from active ministry. He was 
pastor of the church here nearly 20 years 
ago.

ALLIE WORKMAN
	Herbine-Allie workman of England, 
died in a hospital at Little Rock Wednesday 
morning at 4 o'clock. He was brought to 
Prosperity cemetery for burial Thursday 
afternoon. 
	He has many friends in this community 
having spent the greater part of his life 
here where he was loved and respected by all 
who knew him. He is survived by his wife and 
small son Claud Jr., his father, Bob Workman; 
two brothers, Bill and Qua Workman of England; 
two sisters, Mrs. Ida Hobson of England and Mrs. 
Edgar Thomasson of this place; a number of 
nephews and nieces.

July 2, 1930

W.M. TAYLOR, 33, KILLED NEAR PINE 
BLUFF THURS.
	W.M. (Winnie) Taylor, aged 33, was 
instantly killed early Thursday morning when 
a log truck which he was driving crashed into 
another truck north of Pine Bluff on the Free 
Bridge road.
	It is thought that in attempting to pass 
the other truck, Taylor's trailer became entangled 
with the other machine causing both to overturn. 
Taylor's truck turned over four times according to 
reports. His body was badly mangled and broken. 
The driver of the other truck was only slightly 
injured.
	Taylor, who was the son of Mr. and Mrs. Jack 
Taylor of Whiteoak township, and who lived near 
Rison until his removal to Pine Bluff some time 
ago, was a logging contractor for the Norton-Wheeler 
Stave Company and had started from his home to the 
company's place of operations when the accident 
occurred.
	He is survived by his wife, two daughters and 
one son, of Pine Bluff; his parents; two brothers, 
Kirk and Jewell Taylor; one sister, Mrs. Alex Shipp 
all of Rison and another brother, Jess Taylor of 
Sheridan.
	Funeral services were conducted at the Black 
cemetery Friday afternoon by the Rev. A.W. Hamilton, 
pastor of the Rison Methodist Church.

JOHN M. McCAIN
	John M. McCain, aged 79 years, veteran grocer 
and seedsman of Pine Bluff died Thursday following an 
injury he sustained several days before when struck
 by a truck on the streets of Pine Bluff. Mr. McCain 
was well known to a large number of Cleveland County 
People, having been in business in Pine Bluff for many 
years. He was prominent in social, church and business 
affairs of his city for more than 50 years and was the 
last surviving member of the Lakeside Methodist Church 
of that city.

A.G. FAVER IS DEAD AFTER LONG ILLNESS
	A.G. (Garland) Faver, aged 38 years, of 
Woodlawn community, died at his home Friday night 
after an illness of more than a year.
	Mr. Faver was one of the most outstanding 
young farmers and businessmen of his section of 
the county and had a wide circle of friends. He 
was connected with the Glover Gin Company, near 
Randall and was a member of the Woodlawn Special 
School board, having been elected at the creation 
of the special district. During 1927 he lived in 
Rison and was associated with his brother in the 
garage business here. He disposed of his interests 
here however at the end of the year and returned to 
his farm where he has resided since. He was a member 
of Friendship Baptist Church and took an active part 
in the building of a new church building for his 
church a year ago.
	He is survived by his widow; four sons, John, 
Al, Homer and Havis; one daughter, Geraldine, his 
parents, Mr. and Mrs. P.H. Faver; three brothers, 
M.E., J.C., and Early Faver all of Woodlawn, and 
another brother, Chas. Faver of Pine Bluff.
	Funeral services were conducted Saturday 
afternoon by the Rev. Geo. F. Moody, of this city. 
Burial was at a spot selected by Mrs. Faver several 
months ago in the Friendship cemetery.

JAMES MOORE
	James Moore, son of Mr. and Mrs. Will Moore 
died Monday, June 30. He is survived by his father, 
mother, one brother, his grandfather, two grandmothers.

CHILD THOMPSON
	Macedonia (Lee Twp)-The youngest child of Mr. 
and Mrs. Newton Thompson was buried at the Reeves 
cemetery Tuesday evening.

July 9, 1930

JOHN M. McCULLOUGH FORMER CITIZEN DIES
	John M. McCullough, aged 76 years, died at 
his home at Warren Thursday following an illness of 
only a few days. Death was due to blood poisoning 
caused from a bruise on his finger.
	For many, years, Mr. McCullough was a citizen 
of this county, residing in the lower part of Harper 
township. For the past few years he has made his 
home at Warren.
	He is survived by his wife, two daughters, Mrs. 
D.H. Thomasson of this city and Mrs.. Hugh Strait of 
Warren.	
Funeral services were held at Prosperity Cemetery at 
Herbine Sunday afternoon by the Rev. G.L. Boles of 
Warren. Burial was at prosperity in charge of the 
Masonic order of which the deceased was a member.

L.E. PETERSON: NEGRO SHOT MONTH AGO DIES 
FROM INJURIES
L. E. Peterson, young Negro who was shot by Eddie 
Clements, another young Negro on June 8, died 
Friday at a Little Rock hospital here he had been 
carried the day before for treatment.
	Clements claims that he shot Peterson in self 
defense in a quarrel between the two following a 
crap game. The shooting occurred on the railroad 
south of the depot.

July 16, 1930

S.P. JOHNSON, AGED 84 DIED SUDDENLY SATURDAY
	Salem Piatt Johnson, aged 84 years, died 
suddenly at his home in the Macedonia community 
eight miles south of Rison Saturday afternoon. Mr. 
Johnson had been in poor health for sometime but his 
death was unexpected at the time.
	He was born near Cayce, Kentucky on December 
24, 1845 and moved to this county several years ago. 
He was a member of the Methodist Church, having 
united with the church in Kentucky a number of 
years ago.
	Funeral service was held at Macedonia cemetery 
Sunday afternoon by the Rev. A.W. Hamilton, pastor 
of the Rison Methodist church.
	He is survived by his widow; four sons, Melvin 
A., James T., and Graham Johnson of Rison and Clarence 
O. Johnson of Knoxville, Tenn.

ODIS REED
	Odis Reed, aged four years, died at the home 
of his parents, Mr. and Mrs. A.T. Reed, here Monday
 morning following an illness of a week. Funeral 
services were held Monday evening at six o'clock at 
the Wilson cemetery, nine miles northwest of Rison, 
by the Rev. A.W. Hamilton, pastor of the Rison 
Methodist Church. He is survived by his parents 
and two small sisters, Addie and Ethyl Mae Reed.

July 23, 1930

REV. R.W. McKAY DEAD
	News was received here Tuesday announcing 
the death of the Rev. R.W. McKay, aged 66, who died 
at his home in Cabot Monday following an illness of 
five years. Rev. McKay was at one time pastor of the 
Rison Methodist Church and had a large circle of 
friends in this county. He also served as presiding 
elder of the Monticello, Camden and Pine Bluff 
districts and was one of the outstanding Methodist 
ministers in the state.

MRS. FRANCES BRADLEY
	Rye-Mrs. Frances Bradley died at her home 
south of here, Thursday evening following a two-week 
illness. She is survived by her husband Hugh Bradley, 
three small children, her father, T.M. Armstrong and 
one sister, Mrs. Bertie Mills, all of Rye. The remains 
were laid to rest in Union cemetery Friday afternoon, 
Rev. O.A. Ashcraft conducted the funeral.

GULLIE CARTER
	Emmaus-Gullie Carter, aged 26 years, son of Mr. 
and Mrs. T.J. Carter died at a hospital in Warren Sunday, 
June 20, at 1 o'clock, after having a serious operation. 
He leaves to mourn his death a father, mother, three 
sisters, three brothers, five uncles 3 aunts and a 
great number of other relatives. The funeral was held 
at Moseley Cemetery Tuesday July 22 at 3 o'clock.


July 30, 1930
BENTLEY LIVINGSTON DEAD
	New Edinburg-July 29-(Special), Bentley 
Livingston, aged 45, died Saturday at his home 
about three miles East of here. He was a victim 
of typhoid fever. He is survived by his wife, who 
was before her marriage to him Miss Myrtle Clements, 
two sons, Russell and Marvin, who live in California, 
six brothers, J.D., Steve, Hughes, Edward and Hudson 
Livingston who live near New Edinburg, Ward Livingston 
of Mansfield, Ohio, five sisters, Mrs. Betty Miller of 
Little Rock, Mrs. Mary Johns of Curtis Ark., Mrs. 
Bertha Pres of Kansas City, and Mrs. Grady Frey and 
Mrs. Hansford Mosley of near new Edinburg. He is also 
survived by his step mother, Mrs. Emma Livingston.
	Funeral services were held in the New Edinburg 
cemetery Sunday afternoon at four o'clock by the Rev. 
Charles Edwards of Monticello, pastor of the 
Presbyterian church here.

August 8, 1930
W.D. ADAMS, 85, CIVIL WAR VETERAN, IS DEAD
	William D. Adams, aged 85 years, died at his 
home one mile north of Rison early Monday morning 
after a long illness.  Mr. Adams, who was a veteran 
of the Civil war, was a native of Mississippi and 
moved to Arkansas in 1879. He has made his home in 
and near Rison since that time. He was a member of 
the Methodist church of this city and of the local 
Masonic Lodge. He had a large circle of friends and 
was held high in the esteem of his friends. 
	He is survived by his widow; two daughters, Mrs. 
Frank Lunsford of Rison and Mrs. Anna L. Cornman of 
Duncan, Oklahoma; and one son, Will Adams of Pine 
Bluff.
	Funeral services were held Tuesday morning at 
the Rison Methodist Church by the Rev. A.W. Hamilton, 
pastor. Burial was in the family lot at Greenwood 
cemetery. Services at the cemetery were in charge of 
the Culpepper Lodge 186, F. & A.M. of Rison.

INFANT LOVINGSTONE
	Herbine-The death angel called at the home of 
Mr. and Mrs. A.C. Lovingstone, Monday afternoon about 
2 o'clock and took their infant daughter. Funeral 
services were conducted at Prosperity cemetery Tuesday.
	She is survived by her parents and grandparents 
Mr. and Mrs. Monroe McKinney and a host of other 
relatives.

DAVID O'BRYAN: KINGSLAND CHILD 
DROWNED IN WELL
Falls Into open Well And Was Dead When 
Found By Its Mother
	Kingsland, Aug. 5-(Special)-David, the 
18 month old son of Mr. and Mrs. E.R. O'Bryan 
who live one mile east of here was drowned about 
10 o'clock Monday morning when he fell into an 
open well.
	The mother who was washing clothes near the 
house missed the child and in her search rushed to 
the open well near the house and saw the child in 
the water. After calling for help she leaped into 
the well and kept herself and the baby afloat until 
help arrived. Her father Bev Graves who lives near 
by was the first to reach the scene and rescued the 
woman and child by putting a ladder into the well.
	Dr. Atkinson of Fordyce and Dr. Johnson of 
Kingsland were called but attempts to revive the 
child failed.
	The well into which the child fell was about 
six feet wide, fourteen feet deep and contained about 
seven feet of water. It was used by Mr. O'Bryan in 
irrigating part of his farm.  
	The child is survived by his parents, his 
grandparents Mr. and Mrs. J.L. O'Bryan and Bev 
Graves, several sisters and brothers of Kingsland.
	The baby was laid to rest in the Graves 
cemetery near Mt. Elba Tuesday at two o'clock, Rev. 
B.F. Scott conducting the funeral services.

W.A. GARNER, PIONEER CITIZEN OF COUNTY, DEAD
	Kingsland, Aug. 5-(Special)-Cleveland County 
lost one of its pioneer settlers early Friday morning 
when W.A. Garner, prominent farmer of Saline township 
passed away at his home.
	He has been in good health until about two weeks 
before his death when he became ill one night after 
retiring. Little hope for his recovery was held though 
everything that his family and friends could do to make 
him as comfortable as possible was done.
	Uncle Billy, as he was usually known had a wide 
circle of friends having spent the greater part of his 
seventy five years in this section of the county where 
he was known as an honest man. He was held in the highest 
esteem by all who knew him. He was known as an 
even-tempered, generous, kind, Christian gentleman. 
Those who knew him have naught but the highest praise 
of Mr. Garner as a friend and neighbor.
	He is survived by one brother, Lige Garner of 
Fordyce, four children, Hampton, Cora, and Mrs. C.L. 
Findley of Kingsland, Fred Garner of Fordyce, one s
tep-son C.L. Cheshier of Kingsland; a number of 
grandchildren and nephews.
	Funeral services were conducted Saturday by the 
Rev. O.W. Sharpe of Sheridan and the body laid to rest 
in the Canady cemetery near his home.


August 13, 1930

HUGH C. FOX
	Hugh C. Fox, aged 74 years, died suddenly at 
his home in Pine Bluff Saturday morning. His death 
came after an attack of indigestion and was a great 
shock to his family and friends as he was at his office 
the day before and in apparent good health.
	Mr. Fox was well known to many people of this 
county, having been with the Fox Brothers Hardware 
Company since its organization. He was one of Pine 
Bluff's most outstanding business, civic and church 
leaders. He was chairman of the board of deacons at 
the first Baptist Church of Pine Bluff for more 
than 40 years.

JOHN "DOC" CURLEY: AGED NEGRO MAN KILLED AND ROBBED
Shot To Death At His Home Tuesday Morning: Warrant 
Issued For Mose Brazil
	John ("Doc") Curley, Negro recluse thought to 
be near 90 years of age was shot to death at his home 
on the Merle ranch Tuesday morning shortly before noon 
as he sat on the back porch of his cabin.
	Robbery is thought to have been the motive of 
the killing as Curley, who claimed to be a "doctor" 
is said to have had about $1,700 in his possession a 
short time ago. He was shot through the head with a 
shot gun.
	Following an inquest held by coroner Tom Sadler, 
warrants for the arrest of Moses Brazil, another Negro 
about 30 years old, was issued. According to evidence 
disclosed at the inquest, Brazil was seen at the place 
of the killing a few minutes before the shot was fired 
and the gun left was identified as one which Brazil had 
borrowed a few days before. He was also said to have 
borrowed two shells on the morning of the shooting 
which correspond to the empty shell found in the gun. 
Brazil has not been apprehended.

MISS LELA SMURL #1 of 2
	Camp Springs-Miss Lela Smurl passed away 
Wednesday night at 11:55 o'clock after a long illness. 
She was confined to her bed since May 2. Little hope 
for her recovery was held though everything her family 
and friends could do to make her as comfortable as 
possible was done. She had a wide circle of friends 
having generous, kind and loving Christian.
	She is survived by one brother, Lewis Smurl of 
Kingsland and three sisters, Miss Ruth Smurl of 
Kingsland, Mrs. Henry Teague of Minden, La., and Mrs. 
C.A. McGehee of St. Louis, Mo.
	Funeral services were conducted Thursday 
afternoon by Rev. B.F. Scott. The body was laid to 
rest in the Camp Springs cemetery near her home.

MISS LELA SMIRL #2
	Kingsland-Funeral services for Miss Lela Smirl 
who died at her home near here were conducted at the 
Camp Springs cemetery Wednesday afternoon by the Rev. 
B.F. Scott.
	Miss Smirl has been in ill health for the past 
eighteen months but for the last ninety seven days 
her condition had been considered serious and her 
death was not unexpected. Kind friends and loving 
relatives did everything possible to make life as 
pleasant as possible. Miss Smirl's parents had been 
dead for several years and she had made her home with 
her step-parents Mr. and Mrs. Scroggins.
	The deceased is survived by her step-parents, 
one brother, Lewis Smirl and three sisters, Mrs. 
Teague of Louisiana, Mrs. McGehee of St. Louis and 
Miss Ruth Smirl of Kingsland.

August 20, 1930

CURT BALLARD: YOUNG NEGRO DROWNS IN SALINE RIVER
	Curt Ballard, 22 years old Negro man, was 
drowned at Pool in Saline River shortly after noon 
Tuesday while a party of Negro boys were swimming.
	Ballard is said to have swum across the river 
several times and as he reached a point about 
mid-stream he was seen to sink and failed to rise. 
The body was recovered within a few minutes and Dr. 
S.C. Johnson of Kingsland was called but efforts to 
revive him failed. Ballard's home is near Rison.

DONALD JACKSON: ACCIDENTALLY KILLED #1 of 2
	Donald Jackson, son of Mr. and Mrs. Owen 
Jackson of Cornerville was accidentally killed 
Friday afternoon by the accidental discharge of 
a shot gun at the home of Hubert Yarbrough where 
young Jackson had come to visit with Bob Yarbrough. 
The two lads were in a room playing with a gun 
when it was discharged, killing young Jackson 
instantly.

DONALD JACKSON KILLED #2
	Herbine-Donald Jackson, 11 year old son of Mr. 
and Mrs. Owen Jackson, was the victim of an accident 
which occurred at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Hubert 
Yarbrough Friday afternoon, August 8, at about 3:30 
o'clock.
	He and Bob Yarbrough were in the house playing 
and the shot gun was either in the corner and fell 
discharging as it fell, or it was in a rack over the 
bed and fell and hit the bedstead. No one was positive 
how it happened.
	Donald was shot through the head and died 
instantly. He was a child who possessed a very sweet 
disposition, being always bright and cheerful.
	Funeral services were held at Prosperity Church 
Saturday morning, Rev. A.E. Jacobs of Strong 
conducting the service and the remains were laid to 
rest in Prosperity cemetery. 
	He is survived by his parents, three sisters, 
Miss Ruby Jackson and Mrs. Helen Rauls of Gravel Ridge, 
Mrs. William Brumley of near Camden, one brother Harry 
Jackson, who is in the Navy; one niece and one nephew, 
a grandmother, Mrs. Jackson's mother, and a host of 
other relatives.
	
LESTER BARRETT DEAD
	Rowell-The body of Lester Barrett was buried 
here Sunday afternoon. Rev. Sherrill of Sheridan 
conducted the funeral. The deceased is survived by 
his wife and three children, his father and one brother.
	They resided at Star city, but formerly made 
their home here. At the time of his death, August 
8th,he was in a government hospital at Hot Springs  
__?__ he had only  few days _?__ He was a World War 
Veteran. One of the largest crowds ever seen at 
Rowell cemetery was present for his funeral which 
was conducted Sunday afternoon at 2 o'clock.

August 27, 1930

LESTER BARRETT CORRECTION
	Rowell-- An error was made by the Rowell 
reporter last week. The body of Lester Barrett 
was buried here Sunday afternoon instead of 
Friday as was stated last week by the reporter. 
When the Rowell news went forward, it was thought 
the body would arrive Friday for burial.

Sept 3, 1930
MRS. MYRTLE TOOKE OF HERBINE DEAD
	Mrs. Myrtle Tooke, aged 38 years, wife of 
Clyde Tooke of near Herbine, died at her home 
Tuesday morning, August 26.
	She was the daughter of the late Will Byrd 
and Mrs. Byrd of Herbine and was born in this 
county near where she lived at the time of her 
death. She united with the Methodist Church 15 
years ago and has lived a devout Christian since. 
Her church membership was at Prosperity church. 
She was married to Mr. Tooke 19 years ago.
	Besides her husband she is survived by one 
daughter, Eulah Marie Tooke, four sons, Voy, Clem 
and Buck Tooke, and an infant son; her mother; 
five sisters, Mrs. H.W. Yarbrough of Herbine; Mrs. 
R.T. Ashcraft of Warren, Mrs. E.P. Kimbrough of 
New Edinburg and Misses Essie and George Byrd of 
Herbine; three brothers, Carl, Riley and Polk 
Byrd of Herbine.
	Funeral services were held Wednesday by 
her pastor, the Rev. W.F. Campbell. Interment 
was at Prosperity.

MRS. NORA Y. McMURTREY, 58, DIED FRIDAY
	Mrs. Nora Y. McMurtrey, widow of the late 
Judge E.A. McMurtrey, died at her home one mile 
west of Rison shortly before noon Friday, 
following a short illness.
	Mrs. McMurtrey was born in Virginia 58 
years ago and came to Arkansas in 1897 at the 
time of her marriage to Judge McMurtrey, making 
her home at Rison since. She was one of the most 
beloved matrons of this community and had always 
taken an active part in civic and community affairs. 
She was a member of the Rison Baptist Church and a 
past president of the local Parent-Teacher 
association.
	She is survived by four sons, Joe, Alton, 
Ralph and Milton McMurtrey all of Rison; two 
daughters, Mrs. H.K. Pettigrew of Mandeville, 
Louisiana and Mrs. W.E. Lewis of Danville, Virginia 
and her mother, Mrs. Cowan also of Danville, Virginia.
	Funeral services were conducted at the 
Baptist Church here Sunday afternoon by the Rev. 
H.W. Jean, pastor. Burial was in the family lot 
at Greenwood cemetery.

MRS. VIANNER ASHCRAFT
	Herbine-Mrs. Vianner Ashcraft, age 37 of 
Cornerville, but formerly of this place was found 
dead by her children about 12 o'clock Tuesday morning. 
The cause of her death was not determined as she was 
lying on the floor and had been dead about an hour. 
The children heard noises but were unable to explain 
definitely.
	She was a member of the Baptist Church and 
lived a true Christian life. She is survived by 
eight children, a husband who had deserted her; 
her mother, Mrs. Margaret Tucker; and grandmother, 
Mrs. Ann Tucker; three sisters, Mrs. Lena Crab, 
Mrs. Nettie Ross and Mrs. Delar Ashcraft, four 
brothers, Lester, Willie, Ervin and Dorsie Shelby, 
a large number of other relatives.
	Funeral services were conducted by Rev. 
O.A. Ashcraft at Prosperity Tuesday afternoon 
at 5 o'clock.
	Flowers and kind words of sympathy were 
a short expression of the love and high esteem 
given her by her many friends.

EMMA JEAN SPAKES
	Rowell-The death angel claimed in death, 
Monday morning, August 25, little Emma Jean 
Spakes, oldest daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Ray 
Spakes. She was almost four years of age. She 
had been ill only a few days and was thought to 
be better until a few minutes before death came. 
She is survived by her parents, one brother and 
one sister. Funeral services were held at Rowell 
church by Rev. Wagnon and Rev. Campbell. She was 
buried at Rowell cemetery, Monday afternoon.

JOHN D. HANKINS
	New Home-John D. Hankins, aged 75 years, 
died at his home here Sunday after an illness 
of several years. For three years he had been 
confined to his bed and had suffered greatly.
	Funeral services were held at New Home 
Baptist church Monday by the Rev. Gordon Bayless, 
pastor of the Southside Baptist Church of Pine 
Bluff. Burial was in the New Home cemetery.
	Mr. Hankins was born in Tennessee and moved 
to this county when a child, having resided here 
since. During his active years he was recognized 
as a community leader and had a wide circle of 
friends.
	He is survived by three sons, A., Walter, 
and Orto Hankins of Pine Bluff; two daughters, 
Mrs. Ethel Huckaby and Mrs. Mary Kimbrough both 
of Pine Bluff; three brothers Frank and Henry 
Hankins of Pine Bluff and Carter T. Hankins of 
Rison; one sister, Mrs. Ellen Dear of Pine Bluff.

September 10, 1930

LULA PANKHURST: SISTER OF J.W. ELROD DIES 
IN AUTO WRECK
	Mrs. Lula Pankhurst of LaFayette, Texas, 
sister of J.W. Elrod of this city, was instantly 
killed Friday in an auto wreck at Royce City, 
Texas 50 miles from her home.
	The car in which Mrs. Pankhurst was riding 
with several members of her family was forced 
from the highway when side-swiped by another car. 
None of the other occupants of the car were injured.
	Mr. Elrod left immediately upon receiving 
news of the tragedy and remained in Texas until 
Tuesday morning.

WESLEY RHODES
	Wesley Rhodes, aged 27 years, died at his 
home in Whiteoak township Sunday after a long 
illness.
	He is survived by his widow and one daughter 
of Rison, his mother and brother, V.E. Rhodes of 
Faith and two sisters, Mrs. Claud Stover and Miss 
Marie Rhodes of Rison.
	Funeral services were conducted at the black 
cemetery Monday by the Rev. O.E. Sharp of Grapevine.

DR. H.O. WILSON ENDS LIFE THURS.
Worry Over Financial Matters is Thought to Be 
Cause of Suicide.
	Dr. Horace O. Wilson, aged 47 years, one 
of Rison and Cleveland County's most prominent 
physicians, was found dead in his automobile two 
miles east of Rison on the Calmer road about 9:30 
o'clock Thursday morning. The verdict of a coroner's 
jury at the inquest was that he died from poison 
that was self administered.
	A small empty bottle which had contained 
strychnine tablets was found in a pocket of his 
clothing. It is thought that he swallowed a quantity 
of tablets as position of the body indicated that 
death had resulted from strychnine poisoning, 
according to physicians who examined the body, 
before it was moved.
	No message or word was left to indicate a 
motive for his act, with the exception of a life 
insurance policy which he is said to have left on 
a table in the living room of his home. His act, 
however is attributed, by his friends, to worry 
and despondency over financial matters.
	The body was discovered by Raymond Nesbitt 
who passed the automobile parked near the road 
about 9 o'clock but thinking the physician asleep, 
came to Rison and unloaded a lumber truck which he 
was driving. When he came to the place on his return 
trip, however, he called to Dr. Wilson and failing 
to receive and answer, made investigations and 
discovered him to be dead. Physicians stated that 
he had been dead for an hour or more when discovered.
	Returning to Rison at once, Mr. Nesbitt reported 
finding the physician and a large crowd quickly left 
for the scene. The body was brought to the Sadler-Buie 
undertaking establishment where an inquest was held 
shortly before noon.
	Dr. Wilson was a native of Cleveland county and 
lived here almost his entire life. He had been 
practicing medicine for 22 years following his 
graduation. He was located at Calmer for several 
years prior to his removal here in 1918. He was 
recognized as one of the most able and successful 
physicians in this section of Arkansas and was 
beloved by all who knew him. He was a member of 
the local Methodist church, having professed faith 
as a lad. He was keenly interested in civic, moral 
and community affairs and will be missed by the 
entire county both professionally and socially.
	He is survived by his wife; one daughter, Miss 
Maxine Wilson of this city; three sisters, Mrs. Flora 
West of Hagerman, New Mexico; Mrs. L.H. Acklin of 
England and Mrs. A.T. Crosby of this city.
	Funeral services were conducted Sunday afternoon 
at the tabernacle by the Rev. A.W. Hamilton, Dr. Wilson's 
pastor, who spoke tenderly of the ties of friendship 
which existed between them and who paid a beautiful 
tribute to the years that the physician had given in 
service to suffering humanity. The pallbearers were : 
Active-Jack Owen, Craig Sadler, Searcy Elrod, M.L. 
Wilson, J.H. Thomasson, J.E. Norton, V.O. Thomasson, 
J.R. McLendon and Wallace Hobson. Honorary-Drs. A.J. 
Hamilton, Junius Ruth, J.D. Carter, F.J. Robertson, 
T.L. Adams, S.C. Johnson of Kingsland, J.B. Britt of 
Tucker, and J.S. Wilson of Monticello and O.M. Wilson.
	The services were attended by a crowd estimated 
at more than 2,000 people which is an indication of 
the love and appreciation in which he was held by 
those to whom he had ministered and with whom he had 
associated. Burial was in the family lot at Greenwood 
cemetery.

September 17, 1930

BEN TALIAFERRO- AUTO WRECK VICTIM BURIED AT RISON
Ben Taliaferro, Aged 20, of Tarry Meets Death In 
Crash Saturday Night.
	Ben Taliaferro, aged 20 years of Tarry was 
almost instantly killed about  2 o'clock Sunday morning 
when a car in which he and two other young men were 
riding left the highway and turned over into a ditch 
on Tamo Pike near Pine Bluff. He suffered a broken 
neck and died at once.
	Young Taliaferro, who was the son of Mr. and 
Mrs. M.M. (Mack) Taliaferro of Tarry, was driving 
toward Pine Bluff and in an attempt to pass a wagon, 
lost control of the car and was pinned beneath it 
when it overturned. His companions were uninjured 
but were unable to lift the machine from his body. 
An ambulance was summoned from Pine Bluff but he 
died before reaching the city.
	The young man was one of the most popular men 
in Lincoln county, and was a member of the Methodist 
church and the Eagles lodge.
	He is survived by his parents; one sister, 
Miss Mary Taliaferro, three brothers, Mack, James, 
and Sandy Taliaferro, all of Tarry and his grandmother, 
Mrs. M.E. Tolson of this city.
	Funeral services were conducted Monday morning 
at the home at Tarry and the body brought here for 
burial in Greenwood cemetery, this being the former 
home of his parents.


ROBBYE LOUISE CHILDERS
	Sunny Hill-Little Robbye Louise Childers, 
six months old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. C.A. Childers, 
died September 11 after a brief illness. She is 
survived by her parents, one brother, one sister 
and a host of relatives.
	Rev. O.E. Sharp of Grapevine conducted the 
funeral services at Canada cemetery.

October 1, 1930

LEWIS ROBERT HALL
	Lewis Robert Hall, eight month old son of 
Mr. and Mrs. Jesse Hall, died at the home of his 
parents, two miles west of Rison Friday afternoon 
after an illness of about five weeks. Funeral 
services were held at Moore's Church cemetery 
Saturday afternoon by the Rev. Geo F. Moody of 
Rison. He is survived by his parents and a 
small sister.

October 8, 1930

MRS. BETTIE JANE MULLIS, AGED 78 YEARS 
IS DEAD
	Mrs. Bettie Jane Mullis, aged 78 years, 
died Wednesday, October 1, shortly after noon, 
following a paralytic stroke. Mrs. Mullis was 
the widow of the late D.R. Mullis and had made 
her home with her niece, Mrs. Tennie McLeod for 
the past month.
	She had been in feeble health for a number 
of years and her death was not a surprise to her 
friends.
	Funeral services were conducted from the 
Rison Methodist Church, of which she was a member, 
Friday morning by the Rev. A.W. Hamilton, pastor. 
Burial was in the family lot at Greenwood cemetery.
	She is survived by four sons, J.H. Mullis of 
Roswell, New Mexico; Sam Mullis of Austin, Texas; 
Carl Mullis, Marshall Texas and Met Mullis of Victoria, 
Texas; two daughters, Mrs. L.W. Garner of Hagerman, 
New Mexico and Mrs. H.O. Wilson of this city.

L.E. REED DIES AT CALMER
	L.E. Reed, aged 54 years, prominent farmer of 
Calmer, died at his home Thursday morning after an 
illness of several months. His death came as a 
surprise to his friends although his condition has 
been regarded critical for the past several weeks.
	Mr. Reed was well known in Cleveland County 
having spent nearly his entire life in this section. 
He was a member of the Oak Grove Baptist Church at 
Calmer.
	Funeral services were held Friday morning in 
charge of the Rev. Conrad Glover of Sheridan. Burial 
was in Friendship cemetery.
 	He is survived by his widow, Mrs. Jennie Reed; 
two sons, Virgil Reed of Calmer and J.A. Reed of 
Pine Bluff; two daughters, Mrs. Ida Small of Calmer 
and Mrs. Eula Mae Rodgers of Rison; his parents, 
Mr. and Mrs. W.T. Reed of Calmer; three brothers, 
A.W. and T.B. Reed of Pine Bluff and O.F. Reed of 
Rison; two sisters, Mrs. Lillie Cason of Pine Bluff 
and Mrs. C.T. Hankins of Glendale.

October 15, 1930

R.E. BEARD, 66 OF GLENDALE DIED FRIDAY
	R.E. (Ed) Beard, age 66 years, died suddenly 
at his home at Glendale Friday morning. Although he 
had been in failing health for several months, his 
death was very unexpected at the time and came as 
a shock to his family and friends as he stated a 
few minutes before he died that he was feeling 
better than usual that morning.
	He had been a resident of Lincoln county his 
entire life and for many years had been a prominent 
planter merchant and gin operator at Glendale. He 
was a member of the Palmyra Baptist Church. Mr. 
Beard was well known in Rison having transacted 
much of his business here.
	Surviving him are one son, Clarence Beard; 
a daughter, Mrs. C.C. McBride, both of Glendale 
and one brother, W.S. Beard of Little Rock.
	Funeral services were conducted Saturday 
afternoon at the Palmyra Baptist Church by the 
Rev. C.C. Winston of Star City. Burial was in 
the family lot at Palmyra.

WM. MORGAN: PROMINENT CITIZEN DEAD
	Kingsland-Wm Morgan, prominent citizen of 
Cleveland County died last week after an illness 
of several days. Everything that loving hands could 
do was done and his passing cast a shadow over his 
many friends.
	Mr. Morgan had spent most of his life here and 
had taken a prominent part in community affairs.
	Burial was in the Morgan cemetery near here 
Tuesday morning.
	The deceased is survived by his wife, three 
sons, four daughters, several brothers and sisters.
	
October 22, 1930

L.M. CUTHBERTSON FORMER CITIZEN DEAD
	Lee M. Cuthbertson, aged 68 years, died at the 
home of his son, C.E. Cuthbertson in Pine Bluff 
Wednesday morning, October 15, after an illness 
of only a week.
	Mr. Cuthbertson who formerly lived near Clio 
in this county, had been a resident of Pine Bluff 
for a number of years. For a time after his removal 
there he engaged in the furniture business from 
which ill health forced him to retire some time ago. 
He was a member of the Methodist Church and the 
Woodmen lodge.
	Funeral services were held from his church in 
Pine Bluff Thursday afternoon by the Rev. J.A. 
Coleman, pastor.
	He is survived by his widow and one son, C.E. 
Cuthbertson of Pine Bluff.

October 29, 1930

MRS. JULIA CUTHERTSON
	Mrs. Julia Cuthbertson, widow of the Late 
Lee M. Cuthbertson, who died less than two weeks 
ago, died at her home in Pine Bluff, Monday. She 
was well known in this county having made her home 
at Clio for a number of years. Mrs. Cuthbertson was 
taken ill the day following her husband's funeral 
growing worse until her death. Funeral services 
were conducted Tuesday morning. She was a member 
of the Methodist Church.

REV. J.C. McELHENNEY
	Rev. John C. McElhenney, aged 65 died at a 
Little Rock hospital Sunday morning after an illness 
of several years. Rev. McElhenney, who was a 
superannuated Methodist minister, having retired 
from the active ministry on account of his ill 
health several years ago.  He lived in this county 
during his young manhood prior to his entry into 
the ministry and has many friends in this county. 
He is survived by two daughters and one sister. 
Funeral services were held in Pine Bluff Tuesday 
afternoon.


November 5, 1930

B.L. WILLEY DEAD
	B.L. Willey, aged 62, died at his home in 
Altheimer Monday after a long illness. Mr. Willey 
was well known to many people of this county and 
was one of the largest land owners and planters 
in Jefferson County.

R.C. EDERINGTON DEAD
	R.C. Ederington aged 90 years, father of 
Mrs. R.C. Searcy and Mrs. June Searcy of this 
city, died at the Confederate home in Little 
Rock Thursday after a long illness. Mr. Ederington, 
a Confederate Veteran, lived for many years in 
Bradley county. He was well known to many Rison 
people having visited his daughters here on several 
occasions.  In addition to his daughters here, 
he is survived by another daughter, Mrs. J.E. 
Gocklin of Alise, Missouri and four sons, A.C. 
of Texarkana, W.W. and J.G. of Banks and V.V. 
Ederington of Warren.

FRANK KNICKERBOCKER: FORMER CITIZEN DEAD
	Funeral services for Frank Knickerbocker 
who died in Chicago Friday, were conducted at 
the local Methodist church Monday by the Rev. 
B.F. Scott.
	Mr. Knickerbocker spent the greater part 
of his life here when he was engaged in business, 
after he had grown to manhood. For a number of 
years he operated a livery stable and later managed 
the hotel here. Several years ago he and his family 
moved from here finally settling in Warren where 
Mr. Knickerbocker was again in business.
	He has been in ill health for some time but 
several months ago he suffered the loss of his 
eyesight and was taken to Chicago for medical 
treatment. He remained there until his death. 
The people of this community who knew Mr. 
Knickerbocker realize that they have lost a 
friend and grieve because of his death.
	The deceased is survived by his widow, 
four daughters, two sons, three brothers, and 
one sister and a number of nieces and nephews. 
Burial was in Kingsland cemetery.

November 12, 1930

GEO CRAWFORD, 35, IS SLAIN
Two Pine Bluff Negroes Sought For Fatal Shooting 
Near Here Sunday.
	George Crawford, aged 35 years, was fatally 
shot about 9 o'clock Sunday morning at the Oak 
Grove filling station 10 miles north of Rison. 
The shooting is alleged to have been done by A.A. 
and U.L. Thomas, young Negroes of Pine Bluff, who 
are being sought by officers.
	Crawford and the Negroes are said to have 
had an altercation on the highway north of the 
scene of the shooting, where he was employed as 
a flagman on the section of highway being treated 
with asphalt, and the Negroes had gone to the 
filling station and were there when Crawford 
arrived after having gone off duty as a flagman.
	Witnesses stated that soon after Crawford 
appeared at the station the shooting began. 
Crawford died soon after reaching a Pine Bluff 
hospital where he was rushed immediately after 
being shot.
	Following the shooting the Negroes held up 
Austin Roberts, operator of the station, taking 
about $25 in cash, jumped in their automobile and 
drove rapidly in the direction of Pine Bluff.
	Officers have been following a number of 
clues and expect to arrest the pair within the 
next few days. 
	Crawford is survived by his widow, four 
children, his parents who reside in Mississippi 
and several other relatives at Cotton Plant.
	Funeral services were conducted at the 
Wilson cemetery Monday afternoon by the Rev. 
I.B. Hodges of Pine Bluff.

LOIS GENTRY
	Kingsland-Lois Gentry, the two year old 
daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Gentry of Smackover 
died Friday night in a Little Rock hospital where 
she had been taken for medical treatment.
	Lois became ill last week while visiting her 
grandparents Mr. and Mrs. J.C. McKinzie of  this 
place. Her condition became so alarming that 
attending physicians advised taking her to a 
Little Rock hospital.
	The baby was returned here Saturday and 
funeral services were conducted by Rev. B.F. 
Scott Sunday afternoon.
	The deceased is survived by her parents, 
her grandparents and several uncles and aunts.
	Burial was in Kingsland cemetery.

November 26, 1930

J.W. BROWN, 77, PIONEER IS DEAD
Father of Senator Geo. F. Brown Dies At Sherrill 
Tuesday Morning.
	John W. Brown, aged 77 years, pioneer citizen 
of Cleveland County, and for more than 50 years 
active in church and community life of the county, 
died at the home of his daughter, Mrs. Richard 
Orton at Sherill Tuesday morning after a long period 
of failing health. His condition for the past few 
weeks has been such that his death was not unexpected 
and all hope for his recovery had been abandoned 
by members of his family.
	Mr. Brown was born in 1853 in Tennessee and 
when a lad moved to Cleveland County with his parents 
settling in the eastern portion of the county. He 
has lived in the county since. He was married in 1872 
to Miss Josephine Case, who preceded him in death six 
years ago. Since then he has made his home with his 
children at their various places of residence.
	Mr. Brown and his family lived for several years 
two miles west of Rison in the Bethel community and was 
one of the most outstanding citizens of that section.
	He is survived by three sons, Senator Geo. F. 
Brown of this city, Chas. W. Brown of Pine Bluff and 
Ed Brown of Memphis; five daughters, Mrs. Mary McBride 
of Palmyra, Mrs. Kate Whitehead of England, Mrs. Fannie 
Jaggars of Little Rock, Mrs. Celinda Holloway of Malvern 
and Mrs. Orton; two brothers, J.A. Brown of Glendale and 
R.S. Brown of Calmer; one sister, Mrs. Eliza Mason of 
Pine Bluff and a large number of grandchildren and great 
grandchildren. 
	Funeral services were held today at Harmony 
Baptist Church, 10 miles south of Pine Bluff.

MRS. MARY L. CASE DIES NEAR PINE BLUFF TUES.
	Mrs. Mary L. case, aged 67 years, wife of 
J.E. Case, died at her home near Pine Bluff early 
Tuesday morning after a short illness.
	Mrs. Case was a resident of this county all 
her life until 10 years ago when she moved to Pine 
Bluff from Calmer where she was born and reared. 
She was the daughter of the late Cain Crawford and 
had a large circle of friends in Cleveland and 
Jefferson counties. She was a member of Oak Grove 
Baptist Church at Calmer.
	In addition to her husband she is survived 
by five sons, W.Z. and Harvey of Cleburne, Texas; 
Ray of Calmer; George and Ed Case of Pine Bluff; 
two daughters, Mrs. W.S. Wilson of Calmer and Mrs. 
Ora Reed of Pine Bluff; one brother, J.P. Crawford 
of Pine Bluff and four sisters, Mrs. J.T. Glover, 
Mrs. Bettie Reed, Mrs. R.L. Ryburn and Mrs. Emma 
May all of Calmer.
	Funeral services were held this morning at 
Oak Grove Church by the Rev. Kelly and Rev. C.N. 
Glover of Sheridan.

J.N. McFADDEN DIES IN MIAMA, FLORIDA
	News was received here last week of the 
death of J.N. McFadden, aged 63 years, which 
occurred at his home in Miama, Florida on 
November 18.
	Mr. McFadden was well known in this section 
of Arkansas, having lived for a number of years 
at Clio where engaged in mercantile business and 
later made his home at Pine Bluff where he 
operated a large plantation.
	He was married while at Clio to Miss Julia 
Sinclair of this county, and who, with two children 
survive him. 	
	Funeral services and burial was in 
Miama Friday.

LEON STANFIELD DIED SUDDENLY TUESDAY
	Leon R. Stanfield, aged 31 years, native 
son of Rison and who lived here until a few 
years ago, died very suddenly at Hot Springs 
late Tuesday evening.
	He was a member of one of Cleveland 
County's pioneer families, being a son of the 
late W.J. Stanfield and a grandson of the late 
Dr. C.A. Stanfield. He was a World War Veteran 
and had been in ill health since his discharge 
from the army. For a number of years he has made 
his home in Hot Springs, where he found conditions 
more favorable to his health.
	According to reports, he had been feeling 
as well as usual Tuesday and had attended a 
football game and had gone to the business section 
of the city earlier in the evening; stricken with 
a heart attack, he collapsed and died within a few 
minutes.
	The remains will be brought to the home of 
his mother, Mrs. J.C. Riley, near here this afternoon 
and funeral services will be conducted at 2:30 o'clock 
Thursday afternoon at the Methodist church here, of 
which he was a member, by the pastor, Rev. A.W. 
Hamilton. Burial will be in the family lot at 
Greenwood cemetery.
	He is survived by his mother; two brothers, 
C.A. and Fauntleroy Stanfield of Hot Springs and 
one sister, Mrs. Catherine March of near Rison.

December 3, 1930

INFANT LOWE
	Emmaus-The infant of Mr. and Mrs. Harold 
Lowe was buried at the Moseley cemetery Tuesday 
afternoon. Rev. W.J. Carter conducted the funeral 
services.

December 10, 1930

W.L. SMITH, FORMER RISON CITIZEN IS DEAD
	William L. Smith, aged 56 years, died at his 
home in Pine Bluff Wednesday afternoon, following a 
paralytic stroke suffered that morning.
	Mr. Smith, who for many years made his home 
here, moved to Pine Bluff 12 years ago and has made 
his home there since. He was engaged in the cattle 
and meat business there, which business he operated 
here during his residence in Rison.
	He was born in Kentucky and moved to Arkansas 
when a small boy. He was a member of the Methodist 
Church.
	Surviving him are his wife, four daughters, Misses 
Annie Lois, Mary Ruth, Margaret and Vera May Smith; one 
son, William Smith of Pine Bluff, a sister, Mrs. Rosa 
Hardson of Penrod, Kentucky and four brothers, Homer, 
Ham and Bailey Smith of Penrod, Kentucky and Ed Smith 
of Banks.
	Funeral services were conducted at the home 
Thursday afternoon. Burial was at Pine Bluff.

MARYLYNN GAILEY
	Marylynn Gailey, four months old daughter of 
Mr. and Mrs. Jesse Gailey died at the home of her 
grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. C.E. Sanders, a mile east 
of here Wednesday night. The child was found dead in 
bed with its mother Thursday morning and is supposed 
to have smothered to death during the night. Funeral 
services were held at Greenwood cemetery Friday 
afternoon by the Rev. A.W. Hamilton.


December 17, 1930

WILL FREY: FORMER CITIZEN DIED WEDNESDAY
	New Edinburg-Will Frey formerly of this 
place died at his home in Grady, Wednesday morning 
about 4:20 o'clock.
	Mr. Frey, who until last week was prominent 
in farming and social activities, fought a brave 
fight until the end. Surrounded by the members of 
his family who watched with loving care over him, 
he died as he lived peaceful and loving and thoughtful 
of those nearest and dearest to him.
	He suffered, but characteristic of his life he 
endured it without murmur or complaint but with gentleness 
and tranquility he bore his affliction.
	Mr. Frey was born and reared here but about 13 years 
ago he moved to Grady where he has resided since. Mr. Frey 
throughout the years demonstrated more forcibly than 
lecturers could, that living straight principles of life 
everyday bring their just reward. Gave unstintingly of 
his time and means to every worthy cause. Practical in 
his daily life the principles of thrift and economy. His 
word was as good as his bond. He believed in doing well 
whatever he started. His familiar smile will be missed. 
He was true to every principle of anything he had to do with.
	As a result of constant endeavor, good habits, high 
efficiency, courtesy, kindness and good fellowship he had a 
wealth of friends. He was a true friend. He was not much for 
display but liked to work and let results speak for themselves. 
He did his full duty toward his children as a kind, 
indulgent father.
	Mr. Fray was married to Katie marks, October 29, 
1891. To make their home happy and their union blessed 
two daughters were born to them.
	Mr. Frey is survived by his wife and two daughters. 
They have grown to womanhood. They are Ben Eda, who is 
now Mrs. B.F. Bittinger of that city; and Floy, now Mrs. 
J.W. Bittinger of Jonesboro; two granddaughters and two 
grandsons. Besides these he leaves two brothers, H.E. Frey 
of New Edinburg, B.F. Frey of Grady, a sister Mrs. Charles 
Kilgore of Catarina, Texas. 
	The pall bearers were C.V., John L., Edgar, Mason, 
Grady, Luther, Willie, Guy, Bob and Austin Frey, Tommie and 
Paul Marks and Mark Bittinger.

December 24, 1930

DR. L.R. JOHNSON: PROMINENT PHYSICIAN 
NEAR EMMAUS DIES
	Dr. L.R. Johnson, aged 51 years, died at 
his home near Emmaus in Lee township, Friday, 
December 19, after a long illness.
	Funeral services were conducted Sunday 
afternoon by the Rev. J.G. Murry who was assisted 
by Rev. T.L. Epton and Rev. L.B. Moseley. Interment 
was at the Mosley cemetery near his home. Pall bearers 
were T.A. Carter, E.V. Caraway, O.I. Galloway, 
Arlie Thompson and S. Wheeler.
	He is survived by his widow, his father, 
five brothers and three sisters.
	Dr. Johnson was born in Louisiana, coming 
to this state in 1908 having practiced medicine in 
that community since. He was married to Miss Mary 
Moseley in December 1910. He had been a member of 
the Baptist church for more than 20 years at Emmaus.

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