Forrest City Times Newspaper - 1906, St Francis County, AR *********************************************************** Submitted by: Paul V Isbell Date: 22 Nov 2008 Copyright. All rights reserved. http://www.usgwarchives.net/copyright.htm *********************************************************** -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- In Chronological Order- -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Selected Articles in The Paper [Deaths/Births/Marriages/Announcements, and Phone List] -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- April 14, 2008 -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Date: - Main Entry: - First Name: - MI/Prefix: - Note: -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Forrest City Times Newspaper-Year 1906 Articles have been summarized! Paul V. Isbell -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Motto: Forrest City Times: "Fear God, Tell the Truth and Make Money" -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- DEATHS: - - - - - - - - - -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1-5-1906 - HARRIS - ARTHUR - - - - UNK - 1 2 1906 - MADISON - Arthur, eldest son of Mr. & Mrs. Frank Harris, died Tuesday, Jan. 2, 1906, of malarial hematuria, and was interred at the cemetery at Madison yesterday afternoon. The little fellow's last words were "a farewlell to his mama, papa, and grandma, and a comforting assurance that he was going to heaven". The bereaved family, especially the heartbroken parents, have our sincere sympathy in their loss. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1-5-1906 - NICHOLS - ADELAIDE - - MRS. - BARD - 1865 - 1 4 1906 - LITTLE ROCK - Death of Mrs. Nichols=One of the saddest events in the social life of Forrest City, was the death of Mrs. John M. Nichols, which occurred on last Wednesday, Jan. 4, 1906. She was chairman of the Cosmos Club committee, that on New Year's night gave such a brilliant musical entertainment, and it was a direct shock to her many friends to learn the next day she had pneumonia. Such however, was the case. With the strength of will and straight forwardness of purpose, which characterized all of her acts, she put aside physical discomfort and performed her manifold duties that evening, with grace and success. The when every duty was performed, she succumbed to the fell disease that had already laid its wasting hand upon her. As she fought the disease, at the last her family was around her. The devoted husband, and two bright children, Bard and Helen, her mother and only brother, Mr. W. D. Bard of Little Rock. On Thursday morning, the religious ceremonies were performed at the Presbyterian church by Rev. P. H. Hensley. Then the casket was borne to the railroad, for shipment to Little Rock, with internment the same day, in the family plot, besides the grave of her father. Adelaide Bard was born in in Louisville, Ky., in 1865, to Mr. & Mrs. J. H. Bard. Her school life was passed in that city, where she was twice graduated from the Female High School. In early life she joined the Presbyterian church, and remained a consistent membrer until her death. She was a resident of Forrest City about seventeen years. In 1890, she married Mr. John Merritt Nichols, of this place, and two children blessed this union. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1-12-1906 - GILES - JOHN - A. - - - 10 15 1866 - 1 9 1906 - HUGHES - We regret exceedingly to learn of the death of our esteemed friend, and patron, Mr. John Giles, which occurred at his home one mile west of the Hughes cemetery on last Tuesday morning, Jan. 9, 1906, from and accident. He was cutting a "board' tree when a sliver hit in the head, fracturing his skull and killing him almost instantly. He was an exemplary citizen, a kind neighbor, a good husband and father, and a man whom we were proud to call our friend. We extend our sincere sympathy to the family in their sudden and awful bereavement. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1-19-1906 - FRANCIS - ANNA - R. - MRS. - - UNK - 1 15 1906 - MEMPHIS - Death of Mrs. Francis=Mrs. Anna R. Francis, aunt of Mrs. James Fussell, died on Monday, Jan. 15, 1906, at the Fussell home. Mrs. Francis had for several years divided her time between this place and Memphis with nieces who had been indebted to her for loving motherly care. It was during her annual visit to Mrs. Fussell that she was stricken with the fatal disease. For weeks all that food, care, and assidious and scientific nursing could do, was used to alleviate and if possible, to banish disease, but all proved unavailing. The end came quietly-a fitting close to a useful Christian life. Mrs. E. F. Willis and Mrs. Shepherd, of Memphis, were with her as was Mrs. Fussell. The body was taken to Memphis for internment. Funeral services were held by Rev. A. B. Curry of the Presbyterian church. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1-19-1906 - NORVELL - SAM - M. - CAPT. - - 1841 - 1 17 1906 - HUGHES - Capt. Sam M. Norvell, an old and highly esteemed citizen of this county, died at his home in three miles west of Colt, on Wednesday, Jan. 17, 1906, of pneumonia. He was well known by a large circle of friends. He was about sixty five years of age, and leaves a wife and three children. The remains were interred at the Hughes cemetery yesterday. The Times extends its sincere sympathy to the bereaved family. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1-26-1906 - WHEELER - JOE - - GENERAL - - 1837 - 1 25 1906 - NEW YORK - Gen. Joe Wheeler, of Confederate fame, died yesterday at Brooklyn, N. Y. of pneumonia, aged 69 years. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1-26-1906 - FOLBRE - CLAUDE - ALVIN - - - 11 8 1876 - 1 20 1906 - CITY - CLAUDE ALVIN FOLBRE-Born at Forrest City, Ark. Nov. 8, 1876, died at San Antonio, Texas Jan. 20, 1906. Son of T. C. and M. M. Folbre. Funeral services at the Church of the Good Shepherd by Rev. J. J. Cornish of Marianna, Jan. 23, 1906. Many friends were gathered at the church to offer the last tokens of respect and friendship to the memory of the departed. Flowers in rich abundance, from friends in Texas and elsewhere, spoke in sweet, mute eloquence, of several ties. After the hymns and service, the mortal remains were taken to the Forrest City cemetery for burial. Mr. Folbre had been in failing health for some time, and for several months had been in Texas trying the benefits of its balmy air. For several weeks, Mrs. Folbre had been with him, along with his devoted brother, Hubert, had been his companion. Six days before his death, Mrs. Folbre came home on account of overtaxed strength, and at that time the physician seemed hopeful of a permanent improvement, but this was not to be. When at the end of life, he was resigned to his fate. Claude A. Folbre was next to the eldest son of four brothers, the others being: T. C. Jr, Hubert, and Homer. His mother died when he was quite young, and besides his brothers, is survived by his father, Judge Thomas C. Folbre, three half brothers, Frank, Jean, and Gerald, and the present Mrs. Folbre, also her daughter, Mrs. W. Ferguson. No mention of his wife: 12-14- 1894 - Folbre - Claud - A. - Claud A. Folbre and Miss Maud Gurley, were married in Memphis yesterday morning at 8: 30a. m, having gone over on the early morning train. It was a case of "love laughs at locksmiths, " and the happy young couple returned last night. Mr. Folbre is the second son of our popular circuit clerk, T. C. Folbre, and the bride is a daughter of Mrs. O. P. Wolff, wife of our enterprising sheriff. They were met at the train last night by numerous friends. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1-26-1906 - COVINGTON - PETER - - MRS. - - 6 1856 - 1 25 1906 - UNKNOWN - Death of Mrs. Francis=Mrs. Anna R. Francis, aunt of Mrs. James Fussell, died on Monday, Jan. 15, 1906, at the Fussell home. Mrs. Francis had for several years divided her time between this place and Memphis with nieces who had been indebted to her for loving motherly care. It was during her annual visit to Mrs. Fussell that she was stricken with the fatal disease. For weeks all that food, care, and assidious and scientific nursing could do, was used to alleviate and if possible, to banish disease, but all proved uavailing. The end came quietly-a fitting close to a useful Christian life. Mrs. E. F. Willis and Mrs. Shepherd, of Memphis, were with her as was Mrs. Fussell. The body was taken to Memphis for interrment. Funeral services were held by Rev. A. B. Curry of the Presbyterian church. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1-26-1906 - HORTON - JEFF - DAVIS - MASTER - - 1904 - 1 19 1906 - UNKNOWN - Jeff Davis, the little 2 year old son of Mr. & Mrs. E. L. Horton of Newcastle, died Saturday night, Jan. 19, 1906, and was buried the next day. The family have the kindly sympathy of their many friends and neighbors in their bereavement. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 2-2-1906 - MILAM - REBECCA - - MRS. - - UNK - 1 28 1906 - BRINKLEY - Death of Mrs. E. Milam-Mrs. Rebecca Milam, wife of E. Milam, formerly of this county, now of Brinkley, came to Forrest City from their home on Wednesday, of last week to do some shopping, attend to some business matters, and to mingle with her numerous friends. She was a caller to this office on Thursday, morning, and seemed to be in the best of health, About 11 o'clock that forenoon, she was taken with a chill and was sick all that day and night, calling in a physician, Dr. Rush, who waited on her, and did what he could for her. She was able to take to the train Friday morning, and arrived home without incident. On the afternoon, her mind began to wander, and on Saturday morning became unconscious and speechless. She died Sunday morning, of congestion, Jan. 28, 1906, and was buried in Brinkley the following day. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 2-2-1906 - FINLEY - JOHN - P. - - - 6 19 1876 - 2 1 1906 - CITY - John P. Finley, son of Mr. Sam P. and Jeanie Finley, and a nephew of Mrs. E. Boyle, and Mr. J. M. Brown of this city, and Mrs. C. F. Hinton of Wynne, died at the residence of Mrs. Boyle on Thursday evening, Feb. 1, 1906. He had been living in Argenta with his sister, where he had been in failing health for some time. He was raised in Forrest City by his aunt, Mrs. Boyle, and for several years was a well known figure here. He was employed with Mr. M. V. Hancock for a long time, and had a large circle of friends who regret his death at such an early age. He was born in this county on June 19, 1876, and his parents died while he was very young. He leaves besides the above relatives, two sisters, Mrs. Celia Chappelle and Mrs. Stuart McCoy, both of Little Rock, to mourn his demise. He was baptized in the Catholic church in 1896 by Rev. Father Hork, who conducted the ceremony this morning at Mrs. Boyles residence, and then the remains were taken to the Forrest City cemetery for burial. I believe he was a recruit from here for the Spanish American War. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 2-2-1906 - MOON - ALBERT - - - - 1874 - 1 27 1906 - UNKNOWN - Mr. Albert Moon, aged 32 years, died last Saturday, Jan. 27, 1906, on the Blalock farm at Colt, of pneumonia, after a spell of seven days. His relatives and friends have our sympathy in their great bereavement. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 2-9-1906 - JOHNSON - JOHN - - - - UNK - 2 6 1906 - UNKNOWN - Killing at Whitmore=News reached the city Tuesday, Feb. 6, 1906, of a killing at Whitmore. Deputy Swan left to investigate, and found that another negroes shot John Johnson, his name is Chas. Nipper, who gave himself up voluntarily. The negro who was shot, was a desperado, and boasted of having killed six people. He is the same man who killed another man several years ago, named Henry Miller in the R. L. Pettus store. He never went unarmed, and was feared by all the negroes in the bottoms. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 2-16-1906 - TAYLOR - BABY BOY - - - - UNK - 2 12 1906 - CITY - Mr. & Mrs. Charley Taylor, of this city, have the sympathy of their friends in the loss of their baby boy on Monday evening, Feb. 12, 1906, Eld. J. A. McCord of the Baptist church conducted the funeral rites, and the remains were interred in The Forrest City cemetery Tuesday afternoon. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 2-16-1906 - CONRAD - ROBERT - BENSON - MASTER - - 4 23 1905 - 2 13 1906 - CITY - Death of Baby Conrad=A mantle of sorrow spread over the city Wednesday, Feb. 13, 1906, when it became known that Robert Benson Conrad, the only child of S. B. and Kate Conrad expired after an illness of a day with congestion of the stomach. Religious services were had at the residence on the same day, Elder J. A. McCord before being laid to rest in the Forrest City cemetery. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 2-23-1906 - PEARSON - MARGARET - ANN - MRS. - TAYLOR - 9 19 1837 - 2 18 1906 - CITY? - Death of Mrs. Pearson=On Sunday night, Feb. 18, 1906, the spirit of Mrs. Margaret Ann Pearson, wife of the late George W. Pearson, winged its flight to the better world. Her illness-pneumonia, was of short duration, attacking her the previous Wednesday night, but the loss of her beloved husband, only two months ago, and the brave struggle to be resigned to the will of God, had enfeebled her already frail body to that degree, that no resillary power was left. To those who knew her, the last two months have been the climax of a very useful life, an unspoken sermon, making plain the way in which the Father guides and comforts those who put their trust in Him. Although a shut in for many years, her mind of strong fibre, was cultivated, and well stored. Her studies did not end with her school years, and her life long pursuit of knowledge was a constant pleasure for her. She was the eldest daughter of William and Sarah Ann Taylor and was born at Brandon, Miss., Sept. 19, 1837, and was married to George W. Pearson on Jan. 19, 1856, and they moved to Forrest City about 1873. Two children, Miss Annie E. Pearson, and Mr. William A. Pearson survive her; also four sisters, Mrs. Virginia H. Davis, Mrs. R. T. Manning, Mrs. W. D. Prude, of Hartshorn, Indian Territory, and Mrs. T. V. Prude, all of whom were with her when the end came. She was a proud member of the Daughters of the Confederacy, and the Baptist faith. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 3-16-1906 - MOORE - UNKNOWN - - - - UNK - 3 16 1906 - UNKNOWN - A Tragedy=Oliver Shields and Jerry Simpson were in charge of two prisoners, both named Moore, and who were arrested Monday for grand larceny. The elder Moore claimed too ill to go to Palestine for trial, on Tuesday, March 13, 1906, Simpson took the younger Moore to court, some how or another, Shields must have shot the elder Moore in the stomach, and he died the same night. Shields came to Forrest City to surrender, and was discharged. Unable to read most of article -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 3-31-1906 - SLAUGHTER - RICHARD - - - - 8 22 1904 - 3 27 1906 - CITY - Mr. & Mrs. J. C. Slaughter have the sincere sympathy of the entire community in the death of their sweet little 18 months old boy, Richard, which sad event occurred at night, March 27, 1906. He had been in ill health for some time, and was stricken with congestion from which he died. The precious remains were interred in the Forrest City cemetery Thursday, Elder W. H. Paslay performing the funeral services. Richard was a dear baby, and was tenderly loved by his parents, and all who knew him. Their hearts are terribly lacerated by his death, and time and the Great Comforter alone will heal them. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 4-13-1906 - CARTER - L. - A. - - - UNK - 4 11 1906 - UNKNOWN - Mr. L. A. Carter died Wednesday, April 11, 1906, at his home on the Allen farm, near Newcastle, of pneumonia. He leaves a family to whom we extend sincere sympathy in their sad bereavement. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 4-20-1906 - ROLFE - JAMES - TERRY - - - 10 1 1834 - 4 9 1906 - VANNDALE - Death of J. T. Rolfe-Mr. J. T. Rolfe, an old and well known citizen of this county died at his home in Vanndale, Monday, April 9, 1906, and the remains were interred in the Vanndale Cemetery Tuesday. The funeral services were conducted by Rev. Sewell. The deceased leaves a wife, and four children; F. D. Rolfe, of this city, Eugene and Sam Rolfe of Forrest City, and Mrs. R. S. Rogers of Parkin to mourn his loss. He was born in Michaelsburg, Va., and came to Cross County early in life, being one of the county's earliest settlers. Wynne Progress. Birth: Oct. 1, 1834 Death: Apr. 9, 1906 The Forrest City Times Newspaper. Obituary. Mr. James Terry Rolfe was born Oct 1st, 1934, in Boydston, Mecklenburg county, Va. Early in life he moved to Arkansas and settled at old Pineville, near the present site of Vanndale, where until the civil war he was engaged in the mercantile business. He served in the Confederate Army with Co. A. McGee's regiment, Dobbin's brigade, of Arkansas cavalry. After the war he settled down at old Wittsburg, where he ran a hotel a number of years till the town was removed to Vanndale. Here he continued in the hotel business for some time. The weight of years then began to press upon him, and he retired from active life, spending his remaining years in his quiet home in Vanndale, from whence, as the sun went down April 9, 1906 he passed over the river. During his last illness of some eighteen days it was my privilege to be with him and pray with him often, and he gave many evidences that he had made due preparation for his last battle, from which he is now, we trust, enjoying that eternal peace. Bro Rolfe was in his 72nd year. He leaves a wife, a son, a daughter and two stepsons. His son, Sam Rolfe, of Forrest City, and his step-sons, Fred Rolfe, of Wynne, and Eugene Rolfe, of Forrest City, are prominent men in the commercial world. His daughter is Mrs. Rogers, wife of Mr. B. S. Rogers, of Parkin. May the blessings of God abide with the relatives whose hearts are sad. Wynne Progress E. K. Sewell. Inscription: Confederate Soldier -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 4-20-1906 - ADAIR - DELLA - - MRS. - - UNK - 4 17 1906 - ADAIR - Mrs. Della Adair died at her home in Johnson township, on Tuesday, April 17, 1906, of pneumonia. The remains were laid to rest in the family cemetery the following day. She was the widow of Mr. John Adair, and was greatly loved by all who knew her. Maggie Adair, in 1900 census, age 71, born Alabama, along with Charles Adair, age 29, born Alabama. Living in the Robert Colley household. Only Adairs in St. Francis County, Johnson Township in the 1900 census. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 4-27-1906 - HALL - JAMES - M. - - - 1853 - 4 25 1906 - CITY - Death of J. M. Hall=James M. Hall, a well known blacksmith of this city, died at his home in the west end on Wednesday morning, Apr. 25, 1906, of smallpox. He had been sick for about three weeks, and was able to be up, and dressed himself on Tuesday. He was being nursed by Aunt Polly Hunter, colored, and Mr. James Lutze. It is said that he was indiscreet in getting up, and otherwise, and this probably caused, or hastened his death. He was a good citizen, and long time friend, whose death we deeply deplore. He leaves two little girls, Leta May, aged 10, and Rosa Bell, aged about 7 years, both of whom have been afflicted by this dread disease, but who are now convalescent and staying with Mrs. J. A. Beck. The remains were interred in the Forrest City cemetery Wednesday forenoon. He was a member of the Knights of Honor, in which organization he carried $500 dollars insurance. According to the 1900 census, he was born in Alabama, about 1853. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 4-27-1906 - HOUSTON - J. - T. - - - 8 21 1882 - 4 21 1906 - CITY - Death of J. T. Houston=Mr. J. T. Houston, son of W. C. and F. R. E. Houston, of Griggs township, and who lived in the Fussell addition in the city of Forrest City, died Saturday morning, April 21, 1906, of pneumonia, after an illness of only three days. The remains were interred in the Forrest City cemetery Sunday afternoon, the Rev. S. H. Babcock conducting the funeral, of the Methodist church. J. T. Houston was born in this county near Widener, on Aug. 21, 1882, being raised on the farm. He came to Forrest City a few months ago, and had been engaged in draying, he is survived by a wife, Paralee, and one child, a baby girl, aged four months, to whom we extend our sincere sympathy in this great bereavement. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 5-4-1906 - BEAZLEY - E. - J. - MRS. - - UNK - 4 28 1906 - MARIANNA - Death of A Good Woman=After a long and lingering illness of several weeks duration, the spirit of Mrs. E. T. Beazley passed, on last Saturday morning, Apr. 28, 1906, from its earthly habitation to the Great Beyond. Mrs. Beazley was one of Marianna's best and charitably disposed woman. She was loved by everyone and lived a life that was full of usefulness and beauty. Deceased is survived by husband, father, four children, one sister, and five brothers. The remains were interred Saturday afternoon, a large concouse of friends and relatives following her to the last resting place. Lee County Courier. Mr. E. J. Beazley, is a brother of Mr. W. C. Beazley of this county, and is well known. His sister, Mrs. J. Q. Allen, formerly of this county, is now making her home with him and will help with the raising of his children. Brother could be Williamson C. Beazley of Johnson township, in the 1900 census with wife Delanie C, and 5 children. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 5-4-1906 - APPEL - DAUGHTER - - - - UNK - 4 30 1906 - UNKNOWN - News has reached the Times Monday, April 30, 1906, of the death of a daughter of Mr. & Mrs. Charles Appel, at their home in the St. Francis bottom below Widener. We could not learn the particulars, we extend our sympathy to the family. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 5-4-1906 - SMITH - ROBERT - M. - - - UNK - 4 28 1906 - WYNNE - Mr. Robert M. Smith, senior member of the firm of Smith, Graham & Jones, a prominent merchant in Eastern Arkansas, and located at Wynne, died at Armstrong Springs, where he had gone for his health, Saturday, April 28, 1906. The remains were returned to Wynne where the funeral ceremonies were performed. Bob Smith, as he was familiarly called, was the son of Mrs. P. VanPatten formerly of this city, by her first husband, and was known by friends here, Judge and Mrs. N. W. Norton, and Mr. & Mrs. Edward Roleson of this city. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 5-4-1906 - GRAY - MARTHA - ANTOINETTE - MRS. - McDANIEL - 8 6 1854 - 5 3 1906 - McDANIEL - Death of Mrs. Gray=Mrs. Martha Antoinette Gray, widow of Dr. Allen H. Gray, died yesterday morning at the Crofford Sanitarium in Memphis, May 3, 1906, where she had been taken several weeks ago for treatment. She was about 52 years of age, and one of St. Francis county's most noble Christian women. The precious remains arrived here yesterday morning, and were taken in charge by Stevens Brothers Undertakers, who conveyed them to the home of her brother, Mr. S. P. McDaniel, Forrest City, and were interred in the McDaniel cemetery this afternoon, Rev. Sidney Babcock performing the funeral ceremonies. She leaves a daughter, Mrs. Joe Campbell of Caldwell, and two sons, Bert and Ernest, of McDaniel, besides five brothers and numerous other relatives in the county, to mourn. She was a sister of our neighbor, Mr. S. P. McDaniel, to whom and others bereaved who we offer our sincere sympathy and condolence. She was a splendid woman, and has gone to her reward. Her brother, Mr. A. J. McDaniel of Memphis attended the funeral. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 5-11-1906 - LYNCH - JOHN - C. - - - 1857 - 5 12 1906 - LYNCH - Death of John C. Lynch=The news of the death of Mr. John C. Lynch, which reached this city yesterday, was most shocking to his large number of friends. He was in town Monday, and seemed as well as usual, though he has almost been an invalid for several years from rheumatism. He was taken sick Tuesday morning with dropsy, and died Wednesday night, May 12, 1906. He was fifty nine years of age, a native of Lee county, and died on his father's old homestead. He leaves a wife, and two children, namely Mrs. Custer Fryer and Miss Annie Lynch besides numerous relatives and a host of friends to mourn his loss. John C. Lynch was of sturdy stock, a man of honor, and the highest sense of right. He was a Mason, and lived as near to Masonic teachings as was possible for him to do. He was a friend in need, and always had a kind word for all with whom he came in contact. The remains were interred in the family cemetery yesterday afternoon, Elder W. H. Paslay conducting the funeral services. Peace to his ashes. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 5-25-1906 - CASTEEL - ALICE - - MRS. - - - 5 24 1906 - - Death of Mrs. Alice Casteel=The community was shocked by the news coming to Capt. James Fussell by telephone yesterday afternoon, May 24, 1906, of the death of Mrs. Alice Casteel at Little Rock, which occurred suddenly from hemorrhage. The remains will reach here by tonight, and date of funeral will be announced. On Thursday of last week when she left for Little Rock, she was the picture of health, with the slight exception of rheumatism, anticipating a visit to Hot Springs in a few days, and on her return to planned to make Little Rock her home for some time. We are unable to obtain more details at this time, and we extend our condolences to Gordon and other relatives in their bereavement. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 5-25-1906 - CARR - M. - E. - MRS. - - 1850 - 5 22 1906 - CITY - Death of Mrs. M. E. Carr=Mrs. M. E. Carr, aged 56 years, died at the home of her daughter, Mrs. W. E. Kirby, in this city on Tuesday morning, May 22, 1906, after a malignant malarial attack, lasting only a few days, and the remains were interred in the Forrest City cemetery the following day, Rev. S. H. Babcock of the Methodist church, of which she was consistent member, conducting the funeral. Mrs. Carr was the widow of Mr. Thomas Carr, who preceded her to the grave just 18 years ago to the day. She leaves five children to mourn their loss: Mrs. F. M. Chaney of Madison, Mrs. W. E. Kirby of this city, Mrs. F. R. Harris, of north of town a mile, Felix Carr of Madison, and Diylne Carr, of this city, besides a large number of friends. She has resided in St. Francis county for about 35 years, and came to this city one year ago, making her home with Mr. & Mrs. Kirby. She had been an invalid for a long time, and died from complications brought on by the malarial attack. She was a devoted mother, a kind and affectionate neighbor, and a consistent Christian woman. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 5-25-1906 - CARR - THOMAS - - - - UNK - 5 22 1888 - UNKNOWN - SEE MRS. M. E. CARR -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 5-25-1906 - FERGUSON - W. - C. - - - 1848 - 5 24 1906 - McDANIEL - Death of Mr. W. C. Ferguson=Mr. W. C. Ferguson, a well known and highly esteemed citizen of St. Francis county died at his residence, corner of Dillard and Rosser Streets, yesterday morning, May 24, 1906, of cancer of his kidneys, and was buried this forenoon in the McDaniel cemetery. Elder J. A. McCord in charge of the funeral. Deceased was 58 years of age, a native of Tennessee, he came to Arkansas in 1874, locating at Fergusonville, where he raised a large family and seven children by his first wife, namely Miss Emma Logan, W. R. Ferguson, Mrs. Anna Brittain, and Joe, E?, Blanche, and Lula Ferguson. He was married to Miss Kate Rogers, and she together with two daughters, Mrs. Peyton T. Scott, and Nonie Rogers are also left to mourn the loss of a good and kind indulgent father. Mr. Ferguson had not been well for some time, but had not taken to his bed on last Sunday night. Four brothers, namely: James N. Ferguson, Huntington, Ark.; L. D. Ferguson and wife of Memphis; W. D. Ferguson of Pine Bluff; and C. H. Ferguson and wife of Memphis, attended the funeral. The writer has known the gentleman for twenty years, he was a good man, above the average. He was not the member of any church, but he was honest and conscientious in his dealings with the world. SEE BIO. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 6-1-1906 - WEEKS - REBECCA - A. - MRS. - - 1856 - 5 30 1906 - HUGHES - Mrs. Rebecca A. Weeks, aged 50 years, died at her home near Caldwell, in this county, on May 30, 1906, of consumption. No details have been received. PLOT 898 -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 6-1-1906 - HILL - BELL - - MRS. - - 1888 - 5 28 1906 - CITY - Mrs. Bell Hill died at her home near Madison on the 28th of May, 1906, of consumption, aged 18 years, and was buried at the Forrest City cemetery the following day. No particulars known at this time. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 6-1-1906 - SMITH - F. - CALHOUN - MRS. - NORMAN - 1882 - 5 30 1906 - MISSISSIPPI - A SHOCKING DEATH=Mrs. F. C. Smith, wife of one of the city's most popular physicians, expires suddenly of congestion, Wednesday morning, May 30, 1906, aged 24 years. The lady was the beloved wife of Dr. F. Calhoun Smith, who with two bright children, a boy and a girl, survive her. Miss Van Norman of New Orleans, a sister of Mrs. Smith was with her when the end came. Preparations were under way for a trip to spend the summer among friends and home folks near the Gulf of Mexico in southern Mississippi, but he "pale horseman", came, and of instead of going back in life to make glad the hearts of old associates, the home coming of the good lady will be be shrouded in gloom, as those who were to see her, now will put flowers over her grave. The remains of the deceased left Wednesday afternoon on the Rock Island, for Gloster, Miss., where the interment will take place. 8-10-1906 Dr. F. C. Smith departed for Meadville, Miss. because of his motherless children. He will be sorely missed! -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 6-22-1906 - THOMPSON - BABY BOY - - - - 10 1905 - 6 12 1906 - UNKNOWN - On Tuesday, June 12, 1906, the Angel of Death visited the home of Mr. & Mrs. James F. Thompson, nine miles south of Forrest City, near Haynes, and stole away their sweet little eight month old baby boy. He was sick only a week, and received every attention that science and love could suggest. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 6-22-1906 - WILLIAMS - MATTIE or MITTIE - - MRS. - - 1842 - 6 17 1906 - HUGHES - Death of Mrs. Williams=Mrs. Mattie Williams, wife of our esteemed friend, Mr. N. G. Williams, of Colt, died at her home Sunday night, at midnight, June 17, 1906, of cholera morbus. In the 64th year of her age. She was sick only 23 hours, having taken ill Saturday at 1 am Sunday. The precious remains were taken to the Hughes graveyard and interred the following day, Rev. P. G. May performing the ceremonies, of the Methodist church. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 6-29-1906 - LITTLEFIELD - ZACK - N. - PRIVATE - - 1841 - 6 24 1906 - HUGHES - Answered Roll Call=Another soldier of the rapidly diminishing ranks of the old confederates has answered the roll call of the Great Commander. Sunday night, June 24, 1906. the spirit of Zack Littlefield passed to its Maker, and the remains were interred in Hughes cemetery, Tuesday noon, amidst a concourse of friends and relatives. He suffered painfully with cancer for many months, which he bore with soldierly fortitude, and was prepared when the summons came. He was 65 years of age, and has resided in this county all his life, dying at his home near Colt. He enlisted in Co. H, 5th Arkansas Infantry from this county, early in the 60's, and served throughout the war. He was a member of the N. B. Forrest Camp No. 263, U. C. V. 's in this city, whose members sorely feel their loss. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 7-13-1906 - SEAWOOD - MOTHER AND CHILD - - - - UNK - 7 11 1906 - UNKNOWN - Deputy Sheriff J. M. Wallace of Democrat, was in town on business and told of a negro woman, named Seawood, and her baby who died of smallpox on Wednesday at Heth, July 11, 1906. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 7-13-1906 - RATLIFF - CORA - BELL - MRS. - - 1884 - 7 9 1906 - MADISON - NEUROLOGICAL=Mrs. Cora Bell Ratliff, aged 22, died at Madison on July 9, 1906, of congestion, and was interred in the Madison cemetery the following day. The family had recently located there, and we sincerely empathize with them in this awful dispensation of Providence. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 7-13-1906 - GILES - JOHN - ANDREW - MASTER - - 1902 - 7 5 1906 - HUGHES - NEUROLOGICAL=John Andrew Giles, age four years, son of Mr. & Mrs. J. A. Giles of Johnson township died July 5, 1906, of congestion, and was buried the following day at Hughes cemetery. The little fellow was ill only a few days. We extend sincere condolences to the bereaved. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 7-13-1906 - LAMBERT - ROSIE - - MISS - - 1895 - 7 6 1906 - YOCONA - NEUROLOGICAL=On July 6, 1906, the death angel visited the home of our friend, Mr. O. W. Lambert, planter, of near McDaniel, and took thence the spirit of his lovely and promising daughter, Rosie, aged 11 years. She was stricken with congestion, and though loving hands and science ministered to her, she passed to that better world. The precious remains were laid to rest in the Yocona cemetery, Elder J. H. Cason of the Baptist church, performing the religious ceremonies. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 7-13-1906 - DEVAZIER - ELBERT - - MASTER - - 1898 - 7 5 1906 - HUGHES - NEUROLOGICAL=Elbert Devazier, age 8 years, son of Mr. & Mrs. Chas. Devazier of near Caldwell, died at the home of his parents, July 5, 1906, of meningitis, and was buried the following day in Hughes cemetery. We could not learn particulars. He was a bright boy, the joy of his relatives, and will be sorely missed. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 7-13-1906 - GREEN - M. - E. - MRS. - - 1878 - 7 5 1906 - CITY - NEUROLOGICAL=Mrs. M. E. Green, aged 28 years, beloved wife of Mr. T. B. Green, died at their home at Blackfish siding, on July 5, 1906 of dropsy. The remains were brought to this city and interred in the Forrest City cemetery, Rev. S. H. Babcock, of the Methodist church, performing the funeral services. She was a loving wife and a good neighbor whose loss will be greatly felt in that neighborhood. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 7-13-1906 - MURTA - J. - E. - DR. - - UNK - 7 10 1906 - TENNESSEE - Judge J. S. R. Cowan left Tuesday morning for Moscow, Tenn., in response to a telegram announcing the death of his father in law, Dr. J. E. Murta, which occurred the night before, July 10, 1906. Mrs. Cowan had been at the bedside of her father for several weeks, and was with him when the end came. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 8-10-1906 - ORR - MARY - IZORA - MISS - - UNK - 8 9 1906 - TENNESSEE - Miss Mary Izora Orr, daughter of Mr. Samuel Orr, and sister of Sam H. Orr and Miss Meta Orr, died at the family residence, 311 Woodland Street, last night, Aug. 9, 1906. The deceased was one of the most popular of Nashville's women, and was the possessor of a splendid character. She had, before her ill health prevented, been an active participant in the organized relief work in this city, and also performed many deeds of benevolence of a private nature. Her mental abilities were exceptional, and she was a woman whose strength, both of mind and character were easily recognized. She had been in ill health for some time and death was not altogether unexpected, yet her many friends and her relatives were shocked at her passing from their midst and will mourn a genuine loss. The Nashville Tenn. Banner. She was a cousin of Mrs. J. D. Baugh of this city. The precious remains were laid away in the vault at Mt. Olivet, Nashville. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 8-10-1906 - EZELL - WILMER - - MISS - - 2 26 1906 - 8 7 1906 - UNKNOWN - Death of Wilmer Ezell=Wednesday morning, the remains of little Wilmer Ezell were laid to rest beneath a bed of beautiful flowers to rest until the great day comes. Elder J. H. Cason performing the funeral ceremony. The little baby girl was barely five months old, yet in that short time had endeared herself to her parents and friends of the family. She was taken sick on Sunday, and notwithstanding the best of attention, passed away on Tuesday, Aug. 7, 1906. Words are inadequate to assuage the grief of the parents, but it is comforting to know that some day we will meet in a better land and "know each other there, " and they will find their baby hovering around the throne of God. PROBABLY IN CITY CEMETERY. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 8-10-1906 - REED - ATTA - MAY - MISS - - 12 1905 - 8 6 1906 - CITY - Atta May Reed, aged nine months, died at Quigley, Monday, Aug. 6, 1906, and the precious remains were brought here and interred in the Forrest City cemetery. They were accompanied by the family and friends, to whom we extend sincere sympathy. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 8-17-1906 - TERRELL - C. - D. - MRS. - - 1866 - 8 16 1906 - TENNESSEE - Mrs. Terrell Dead=Mrs. C. D. Terrell, of 1367 Adams Street, extended, fell dead from a chair in the sitting room of her residence yesterday afternoon, Aug. 16. 1906, while laughing and talking with her daughters. A physician was summoned, and pronounced the lady's malady as heart failure. Death was almost instantaneous, She came to Memphis from Germantown, Tenn., and was 40 years of age and is survived by her husband and five children. The remains will be forwarded to Germantown for interment at that place by Thompson Bros. Undertakers. The Terrell family lived in Forrest City up until a year ago and deceased lady has a large circle of friends here. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 8-24-1906 - NASH - WILLIE - E. - - - 1860 - 8 17 1906 - MT. VERNON - Mr. W. E. Nash, formerly of this city, and who had been an inmate at the State Hospital for Nervous Disorders, died last Friday afternoon, Aug. 17, 1906. The remains were brought here Sunday morning, and interred in the old Mt. Vernon cemetery, Revs. Babcock and Peddick in charge of the funeral. He leaves two sisters in this city, Mrs. Josie Bottoms, and Mrs. W. E. Evans, and a wife and son in Argenta. His son accompanied the remains here, as Mrs. Nash was indisposed on account of illness. The kindly sympathy of all their friends and acquaintances are extended to the bereaved ones. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 8-24-1906 - PEEVEY - ROBERT - W. - CAPT. - - 1 8 1827 - 8 22 1906 - LOUGHRIDGE - Capt. R. W. Peevey died at his home near Newcastle, in Johnson township, Wednesday night, Aug. 22, 1906, of old age and general debility. He was in his 80th year, and had lived in this county since 1871, coming from Alabama. He represented the county in the legislature for one term, and for many years was one of the staunchest and hardest working democrats in the State. He was a good man and honest, and besides his family, consisting of a wife and four sons, viz.: Jim, Hall, Luther, and Will, and a sister, Mrs. Baxter, formerly of this city, leaves many sorrowing friends. He was a Mason, Knight of Honor, member of Camp 923 United Confederate Veterans, and a member of the Methodist church, being a leader in the Sunday school work of his neighborhood for many years. His remains were interred in the Loughridge cemetery yesterday afternoon, under auspices of Rising Star Lodge. Peace to his soul. SEE BIO. Hon. R. W. Peevey, farmer, stock raiser, and one of the prominent old settlers of St. Francis County, owes his nativity to Alabama, being a son of W. H. and J. A. (Childers) Peevey, originally from Georgia and Tennessee, respectively, and of Irish descent. The parental grandparents of our subject came to this country shortly after the Revolutionary War. R. W. Peevey was born January 8, 1827, and was the fourth son in a family of seven children. He spent his boyhood [p. 488] days on his father's farm, and before his twentieth birthday was married to Miss Nellie A. Collier, who died in 1850, leaving three children, two still living: James J. and Emma J. (wife of W. H. Fogg), both in this county. In 1862 Mr. Peevey enlisted in the Confederate army and served in Col. Robinson's regiment, being elected captain of his company at starting out, and in May, 1863, he was promoted to major. He participated in the battles of Vicksburg, Baton Rouge, Corinth and a number of others. After the war he engaged in farming in Madison County, Ala., until 1873, when he came to Arkansas and located in St. Francis County, where he bought his present farm. In October, 1859, he married Miss Louisa Curry. She died in August, 1878, having borne seven children, and of these four survive: Thomas Elbert, Robert H., William H. and Luther B. Mr. Peevey married his third wife, Mary J. Dew, in January, 1880. He is a prominent Democrat, and has ably served his county in the State legislature, to which he was elected in 1876. He also held the office of justice of the peace for several terms, and is still filling that position. A member of the Methodist Episcopal Church, he is also connected with the Masonic fraternity. PER 1900 CENSUS: Robbert w Peevey Home in 1900: Johnson, St Francis, Arkansas Age: 73 Estimated Birth Year: abt 1827 Birthplace: Alabama Relationship to head-of-house: Head Spouse's Name: Mary M Race: White -OCCUPATION: FARMER Household Members: Name Age Robbert W. Peevey 73 WIFE -Mary M Peevey 60 BOARDER= Joseph Murphey 34 -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 8-24-1906 - McDANIEL - LYDIA OR LYETIA - EUGENIA - MRS. - USSERY - 12 18 1879 - 8 20 1906 - McDANIEL - Death of Mrs. J. H. McDaniel=It was a matter of sad regret to the relatives and many friends of the family, to learn on Monday, Aug. 20, 1906, of the death of Mrs. Lydia E. McDaniel, beloved wife of Mr. J. H. McDaniel, who has for some time been living half a mile north of town, and is extensively related in this county. Mrs. McDaniel died last Monday in child birth, and leaves besides her devoted husband, two children, a girl and a boy of tender years. She was a member of the Christian church, and Rev. J. K. Pedrick performed the funeral service, which was widely attended on the afternoon of the same day. The precious remains were interred in the McDaniel cemetery. Deceased was 26 years of age, and had spent her short life in trying to do good in the world. She was chosen President of the Christian workers, a church organization which has only been in existence a short time, but has accomplished much good. She was also a member of the Knights of Honor, in which she had a $2000 insurance policy. She was born in this county and her family were some of the oldest and most prominent families of the county. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 8-24-1906 - TAYLOR - JIM - - - - UNK - 8 1906 - UNKNOWN - An aged negro, Jim Taylor, was found dead lying across the bed in a house on what is known as the "Crisp" or "Old Jones Place" in Egypt. This is the third person to die in that house in about two months time, and two of them died instantly. Sloniker Mill Times. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 8-31-1906 - LANDERS - SQUARE - NEWTON - - - 9 28 1849 - 8 25 1906 - CITY - Death of S. N. Landers=Newt Landers is dead! This was the astounding and shocking news which spread rapidly over the city last Saturday night, Aug. 25, 1906. It was all the more appalling from the fact that he was known to have been in perfect health Friday morning, and was at work and circulating among his friends. Square Newton Landers was born in Henry County, Ga., Sep. 28, 1849, and was therefore in in 57th year. He was raised on his father's farm, and moved to Arkansas in 1887. He was married to Miss Rowena Stark, at Pine Bluff, Ark., Jan. 4. 1888, and moved to Forrest City May 25, 1894, where he engaged in and followed his trade black smithing until his death. He was taken ill in his shop Friday morning with a pain above his stomach, while at work in his shop. He tried to tough it out, but later went home about 11 o'clock. Physicians were summoned, and all that science and love could suggest were applied, but he died on Saturday evening. His remains were laid to rest in the Forrest City cemetery on Sunday afternoon, under auspices of the Knights and Ladies of Honor, of which he was a member in good standing. Elder J. H. Cason of the Baptist church conducted the religious ceremonies, taking place from the residence. He leaves a wife and one child, a beautiful daughter, to mourn their loss. He was a kind, devoted and indulgent husband and father, a true friend, and a sober hardworking citizen. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 9-7-1906 - SILVERS - BILL - - - - UNK - 9 1 1906 - UNKNOWN - Bill Silvers, a wealthy negro planter, living near Bledsoe, in this county, was ambushed and shot last Saturday night, Sep. 1, 1906, and instantly killed. Two loads of buckshot were fired into him from a shotgun, taking effect in the mouth and side. He has left an estate valued at $15000. No arrests. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 9-7-1906 - BLAKEMORE - J. - W. - - - 1846 - 8 17 1906 - UNKNOWN - Mr. J. W. Blakemore, a highly respected citizen, formerly of this county, died at Dresden, Tenn., Aug. 17, 1906. He came to this county about twenty years ago and resided in Forrest City until two years ago, when he located at Wheetley where he lived until a few months ago, when he returned to his old home. He had several positions of trust, and was a magistrate of Wheetley township. He leaves a wife to mourn his loss. She has the sympathy of many old friends of this county. He was about 60 years of age. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 9-7-1906 - MAYRONNE - WM. - - - - UNK - 9 7 1906 - UNKNOWN - Mr. & Mrs. Wm. Mayronne of Ruston, La., registered at the Marion Hotel last Tuesday. He was suffering from acute indigestion, and Dr. Rush was in attendance, and nothing serious was anticipated until this morning when heart failure set in, notwithstanding medical aid, he died at 9: 30 am this morning, Sep. 7, 1906. Mr. Mayronne was a cotton buyer, and Stevens Bros. took charge of the remains. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 9-14-1906 - DICKARD - WALTER - - - - 1881 - 9 11 1906 - UNKNOWN - Walter Dickard Killed at Biscoe- Walter Dickard was cut in several places yesterday evening, Sep. 11, 1906, in a saloon at Biscoe and died within 5 minutes. Walter Houston is held for the killing, without bail. Both men were employed as drivers of logging teams by a man named Lewis. The have been working near Clarendon, but were moving to the Biscoe neighborhood. They stopped at Devall's Bluff, and started drinking there. On arriving in Biscoe, they continued drinking, and a fight ensued with the result. Houston is about 25 years of age, and came to this county about a year ago from Illinois. Dickard, also about 25 years of age, unmarried and formerly lived in this county where he has relatives. He was a nephew of Will Dickard, who is in the hotel business. He came here from Goodwin, where the body was taken for burial. Arkansas Gazette, Sep. 12. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 9-14-1906 - KIRBY - LOUISE - HADDOCK - MISS - - 1900 - 9 7 1906 - CITY - The sympathy of many friends and acquaintances of Mr. & Mrs. G. W. Kirby is extended to them in the loss of their little daughter, Louise Haddock. The little one was taken sick on Wednesday of last week, and her spirit passed to its maker Friday night, Sep. 7, 1906. She was six years of age, and the pet of all who knew her. The remains were laid to rest in the Forrest City cemetery Saturday afternoon, Rev. Redrick of the Christian church conducting the funeral services. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 9-14-1906 - STEVESON - LINNIE - - - - UNK - 9 6 1906 - UNKNOWN - Linnie Steveson, colored, died Sunday, Sep. 9, 1906, after a short illness. Democrat Times -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 9-14-1906 - MOODY - ANNIE - - MISS - - UNK - 9 1 1906 - DEMOCRAT - Miss Annie Moody passed away Saturday, Sep. 1, 1906, after an illness of twelve months and was laid away in the old family burying ground at this place. Democrat Times -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 9-14-1906 - APPEL - GRANDSON - - - - UNK - 9 11 1906 - UNKNOWN - Mr. Chas. Appel of the bottoms, was in town Tuesday to make arrangements for the burial of his grandson who died that morning, Sep. 11, 1906. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 9-14-1906 - ADAMS - S. - R. - - - UNK - 9 7 1906 - CORNING - Mr. S. R. Adams, a printer of advanced years, who had been employed a few weeks on the St. Francis County News, was taken ill on Tuesday of last week, and grew rapidly worse. He was cared for in the home of his employer, and received medical attention, but to no avail, and died Friday, Sep. 7, 1906, of cholera morbus. He leaves a wife, and a son at Corning, and the remains were shipped there for internment. Stevens Bros. prepared the remains for burial and they were shipped Saturday, accompanied by Mr. Hawk, who reports that deceased was highly esteemed in Corning, and every courtesy was shown by the citizens of that town, and his funeral was widely attended. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 9-14-1906 - SMITH - MABEL - - - - 1890 - 9 11 1906 - UNKNOWN - ENDS LIFE WITH CARBOLIC ACID-In a fit of despondency, which had grown out of an love affair Mabel Smith, aged 16, swallowed a fatal dose of carbolic acid in a rooming house at 170 South Front Street. Tuesday, Sep. 11, 1906, and died that night in the city hospital. The girl was formerly a telephone operator and her mother lives here, and the father is gone from the home. Her sister, Bertha was at the house at the time. She was the daughter of Mr. & Mrs. G. B. Smith, formerly of this city. Her mother has been cooking for Mrs. Eugene Williams, and another daughter, Alice, committed suicide in this city two years ago. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 9-14-1906 - WARR - EMMA - - MISS - - UNK - 9 9 1906 - BELL - Called to Rest=Miss Emma Warr, the beautiful and accomplished daughter of Mr. & Mrs. C. C. Warr, of Palestine, was called to rest Sunday, Sep. 9, 1906. She was ill only a few days, and her death was a quite a shock to the family and friends. Miss Emma was beloved by every one who knew her. She was laid to rest in Bell's cemetery Monday, Rev. J. J. Cornish, Episcopal church of Marianna. She leaves a heart broken mother, father, two sisters, three brothers, and a host of friends to mourn her loss. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 9-28-1906 - BECK - ELISE - - MRS. - PREWETT - 10 31 1883 - 9 22 1906 - CITY - Death of Mrs. Geo. D. Beck=Mrs. George D. Beck, nee Elise Prewett, eldest daughter of and second child of John M. and Emma C. Prewett, died at the residence of her parents in this city, Saturday, Sep. 22, 1906, of typhoid- malarial fever, after a lingering illness of several weeks, aged 22 years, ten months, and 22 days. The precious remains were laid to rest last Sunday in the Forrest City cemetery, the funeral services being conducted at the residence by Elder J. H. Cason. Elise Prewett was born in Forrest City, on Oct. 31, 1883, where she has resided almost continuously until her death. She was a graduate of Quachita Musical Conservatory at Arkadelphia, and united with the Baptist church in that city in 1900. She was married to Mr. George D. Beck, nephew of the late Capt. J. W. Beck, of this city, on Dec. 21, 1904, and he survives her. Mrs. Beck was one of the most highly accomplished young women in the community, and had many noble traits of character which endeared her to a wide circle of friends. The Times desires to join these in sincere condolences to the bereaved family, and express the hope that God will comfort them. Mr. & Mrs. Marion Prewett of Helena came up for the funeral. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 9-28-1906 - DOYLE - GRACE - - MRS. - SLAUGHTER - UNK - 9 23 1906 - INDIAN TERRITORY - His mother, and other relatives and a wide circle of friends here were shocked to hear of the death of Mrs. Grace Slaugher Doyle, wife of Mr. Will Doyle, formerly of this city. She died Sunday morning, Sep. 23, 1906, at the home of her parents in Hartshorne, Indian Territory, to which place she had been removed from her home at Howe. Miss Mamie and Mr. F. C. Doyle, sister and brother, respectively, of the bereaved husband, left Sunday night to attend the funeral and mingle sorrow with him and comfort him to the utmost of their power. We understand that Mr. Doyle will return here for a visit about next week. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 10-5-1906 - WOOLRIDGE - OSCAR - - - - UNK - 9 29 1906 - MISSISSIPPI - Oscar Woolridge Killed=H. N. Wheeler fires on friend with deadly result. Left Memphis on friendly terms, and Wheeler killed Woolridge apparently because he was restrained from attacking flagman. The incident occurred at Lake Cormerant, Mississippi, just before midnight, last Saturday, Sep. 29. 1906. Both men are well known in Memphis. Mr. Wheeler is a son of Capt. H. P. Wheeler, who has large mill and lumber interests in Madison. It seems that while taking a buggy ride home from the depot, an Illinois Central train stood blocking the intersection where they wished to pass, Wheeler had been drinking, and threatened the flagman, and took a shot at him, when Woolridge interfered, whereupon three shots were put into his breast, killing him about six hours afterwards. Woolridge is unmarried, and was an overseer on the plantation of Dr. J. C. Conners. The body was interred in the family cemetery ten miles east of Lake Cormerant. Wheeler was arrested and taken to the Hernando jail by Sheriff Withers. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 10-5-1906 - BRADY - UNKNOWN - - - - UNK - 9 1906 - UNKNOWN - At the examining trial before Squire Sanders Wednesday, the negro girl, Sallie Hiblett, who killed a negro named Brady, near Haynes, a couple of weeks ago, was discharged, the evidence going to show she acted in self defense. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 10-12-1906 - BAXTER - UNKNOWN - - MRS. - PEEVEY - UNK - 10 2 1906 - UNKNOWN - It is with a sad heart that I chronicle the death of Mrs. Baxter, who passed away last Tuesday week, Oct. 2, 1906. She had been in failing health for some time and the angel of death visited the home of her kin, Mr. Hal Peevey, and said it was enough of her suffering for her on this earth, and to come and go to her Father's house prepared for her from the foundation of this world, She was the only sister of Hon. R. W. Peevey, who passed away a few weeks ago. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 10-12-1906 - CALLAHAN - BABY BOY - - - - UNK - 10 10 1906 - RILEY - Mr. & Mrs. Jack Callahan lost by death, their baby boy Wednesday, Oct. 10, 1906. The remains were interred in the Riley cemetery and they have the sympathy of the entire community. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 10-12-1906 - FOLEY - WATSON - - - - 1838 - 10 5 1906 - UNKNOWN - Watson Foley, who will be remembered by many who have resided here twenty years or longer, as an honest, industrious, and respected cabinet maker of this city, died in Helena last Friday, Oct. 5, 1906, The Helena Bulletin says he died of old age, and leaves neither kith nor kin, so far as known. He was 68 years of age. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 10-12-1906 - NELSON - EMMA - - MRS. - HORNSBY - 11 21 1875 - 10 6 1906 - CITY - Death of Mrs. Nelson=At 12 o'clock, Saturday night, Oct. 6, 1906, the Grim Reaper, Death, again entered our household, and with his icy sickle, has cut down the beautiful life of our sister, Mrs. Emma Hornsby Nelson. She has known much of this world's sorrows, which seemed to develop and sweeten her character to such a patient Christian, making her a most gentle mother, kind wife, and sympathizing friend and neighbor. She died at her home nine miles north of Forrest City, of consumption, after a lingering illness of several years. The precious remains were interred in the Forrest City cemetery Monday, Rev. J. K. Pedrick in charge of the funeral services. She leaves a husband, and six children to mourn. She was married to Mr. D. L. Nelson in Tipton County, Tenn., where they both resided in 1889, and came to this county in 1900. She was a charter member of the Christian church, and at the time of her death was 31 years, 11 months, and 15 days old. We offer our heartfelt sympathy to the entire family. Editor. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 10-19-1906 - HUGHES - THOMAS - MIERS - SR. - - 1850 - 10 9 1906 - WYLDS - Mr. Thomas M. Hughes, of Linden, died Tuesday, Oct. 9, 1906, of typhoid malaria. The remains were laid to rest in the Wylds cemetery Wednesday. Mr. Hughes was 55 years of age, and an old resident of this county and well known by all. He is survived by a wife and three children besides innumerable relatives and friends to mourn their loss. Peace to his ashes. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 10-19-1906 - ALDRIDGE - LUCINDA or LUSINDA - - MRS. - - 2 3 1830 - 10 13 1907 - MT. VERNON - Notices were issued Saturday announcing the funeral of Mrs. Lucinda Aldridge, the mother of Mr. W. H. Aldridge. The internment took place at Mt. Vernon cemetery Saturday afternoon, amidst a concourse of loving relatives and friends, Rev. P. K. Pedrick in charge of the funeral services. Mrs. Aldridge had lived the allotted time of life-73 years-and was prepared to meet her maker. The Times extends sympathy to the bereaved relatives. conflict on age with K. Bell records of Mt. Vernon cemetery. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 10-19-1906 - DAVIS - VARINA - - MRS. - HOWELL - 5 7 1826 - 10 16 1906 - HOLLYWOOD CEMETERY-RICHMOND, VA. - GONE TO REST=Widow of ex-President of the Confederacy is dead. At the age of eighty, Mrs. Jefferson Davis died at New York, who had been staying at the Hotel Majestic, who had been ill for a week, on Oct. 16, 1906. Death was due to pneumonia, induced by a severe cold, which she contracted upon her return from the Adirondacks, where she had spent the summer months. At the bedside, was the only surviving daughter of Mrs. J. Addison Hayes; Jefferson Davis Haynes, a grandson, who is a student at Princeton; Mrs. Charles F. Bateman, a niece; Dr. & Mrs. Robert H. Wylie, who with Dr. Webb, cared for Mrs. Davis throughout the illness. Mrs. Varina Howell (Jefferson) Davis was born at Vicksburg, Miss., May 7, 1826. She was the second wife of Jefferson Davis, to whom she was married at Natchez, Miss., Feb. 26, 1845. She helped her husband when he wrote his "Decline and Fall of the Confederate Government. " She wrote a book, "Jefferson Davis, a Memoir, by His Wife. " It is expected that she will be buried in Richmond, Va. Varina Howell Birth: First Lady, Southern Confederacy, Author. The first marriage of Jefferson Davis to Sarah Taylor, daughter of General and future US president Zachary Taylor was of short duration as she passed away three months later from malaria. Ten years later while a planter at his plantation called "Brierfield" in Mississippi, he would marry Varina Howell. The marriage would endure and be lasting resulting in a family of six. She was born into privilege at the family plantation called the "Briers" located near Natchez, Mississippi to William B. and Margaret Lousia Howell. Her education was mainly social consistent with that accorded to prominent family daughters in the old South. First home tutored, Varina then attended Madame Greenland's finishing school in Philadelphia. She was but seventeen when she met Jefferson Davis, eighteen years her senior, while visiting the plantation of his brother adjacent to his own. Two months later they were engaged and after objections from her family were overcome, Varina married at eighteen. The couple planned on a life at "Brierfield, " however, Jeff Davis was nominated for a seat in the US House of Representatives and Varina became a politicians wife. Her husband rose in political stature becoming a Senator. At the outbreak of the Civil War, Davis resigned his seat and the couple returned to "Brierfield" only to be elected President of the Confederate States of America. They moved first to Montgomery, Alabama the temporary capital and then to Richmond, Virginia, the permanent capital. http: //www. findagrave. com/cgi-bin/fg. cgi?page=gr&GSln=DAVIS&GSsr=41&GScid=50668&GRid=20982& -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 10-26-1906 - PHILLIPS - HOYAL - - MASTER - - 1902 - 10 14 1906 - UNKNOWN - GONE BUT NOT LOST-On Sunday, Oct. 14, 1906, the death angel came to the home of Mr. & Mrs. S. E. Phillips and called away Hoyal. He was four years old, the smart, sweet child. He is survived by the parents, and a sister. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 10-26-1906 - EVANS - IDA - - MRS. - - UNK - 10 22 1906 - GEORGIA - A telegram from Columbus, Ga. Tuesday morning to Mr. S. P. McDaniel announced the death of Mrs. Ida Evans, wife of J. J. (Bud) Evans. She died Monday, Oct. 22, 1906. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 10-26-1906 - LAMB - UNKNOWN - - MRS. - - UNK - 10 23 1906 - UNKNOWN - The sad news of another death passed over our county on the morning of Oct. 23, 1906. She leaves a husband and daughter to mourn her loss. She had been in bad health for some time. Newcastle Times. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 11-2-1906 - TERRY - HENRY - W. - DR - - 10 5 1879 - 10 30 1906 - HUGHES - DR. H. W. TERRY-Sticken with pneumonia succumbs to the Grim Reaper. The sad news of the death of Dr. H. W. Terry reached his relatives and many friends Wednesday, and there has been genuine and sincere regret. Dr. Terry was born in this county, and was a graduate of Memphis Medical College Class of 1904. He was married in 1903 to Miss Emma Humphreys of this city, and one child has blessed their union. They located Devall's Bluff, Ark., and then at Konawa, Indian Territory, where he was practicing his profession. He was sick about ten days, and died Tuesday night, Oct. 30, 1906, of pneumonia. The remains were brought here, arriving last night. They were met at the depot by the Masons and Stevens Bros. Undertakers, and the body was taken to the residence of his brother, Mr. J. H. Terry, on South Washington Street. The precious remains will be interred in the Hughes cemetery Sunday morning, under the auspices of the Masonic Lodge, Rev. P. H. Hensley conducting the funeral services. Mr. J. B. and Dr. P. E. Terry, brothers of the deceased, were with him during his illness, and his mother, Mrs. E. J. Terry, left Monday for his bedside, but arrived too late. He was 27 years of age. His parents, John A. and Mrs. Eliza J. Terry. He was a member of the Masonic Lodge, and the Knights of Liberty. Besides his wife, Emma, daughter Eunice, his two brothers, Dr. P. E. Terry of Brinkley, and Mr. J. B. Terry of Forrest City, and a sister, Miss Maggie -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 11-2-1906 - JACKSON - MARY - ALICE - MRS. - KIRBY - 1885 - 10 26 1906 - CITY - Death of Mrs. Jackson=Mrs. O. A. Jackson, nee Mary Alice Kirby, daughter of Mr. & Mrs. Geo. W. Kirby, of this county, died at the Howell House at Fordyce, Arkansas, where she and her husband were boarding, on Friday night, Oct. 26, 1906, of malarial hematuria, after a brief illness of six days, aged 21 years. The remains were brought here, arriving on the evening train on the 27th, and were interred in the Forrest City cemetery on the 28th, Rev. J. K. Pedrick of the Christian church conducting the funeral services. Mary Alice Kirby was born on the Kirby homestead, three and a half miles southeast of Forrest City, in this county, and resided here with her parents until last April, when she was happily married to Mr. O. A. Jackson, foreman of construction on a new line of railroad being built thru Fordyce. She was taken sick on Sunday morning, and died the following Friday night. She was a consistent member of the Christian church, and was greatly loved by her relatives and a large circle of friends for her sweetness of character and disposition. Miss Fleet Kirby started to be at her bedside, but Alice died before she arrived. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 11-2-1906 - EVANS - J. - J. - MRS. - - 1874 - 10 22 1906 - LINWOOD - Sad Death of Mrs. J. J. Evans= Mrs. J. J. Evans died at her residence yesterday, Oct. 22, 1906, after an illness of some weeks. Mrs. Evans and her husband moved to Columbus about six months ago from St. Louis, and it is understood they have no relatives in this city. They made scores of friends the short time they lived here. Mrs. Evans was 32 years of age, and was highly esteemed and of many noble qualities. The funeral services took place from the residence this morning, and were laid to rest in Linwood cemetery, the services conducted by Rev. Leon Lewis and J. M. Gilmore. Columbus, Ga. Exchange, Oct. 23. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 11-16-1906 - ENGLAND - J. - T. - - - 1845 - 11 3 1906 - HUGHES - Mr. J. T. England, of Johnson township, answered the last call Saturday, Nov. 3, 1906. He was suddenly stricken with heart disease and passed away instantly. His remains were interred in the Hughes cemetery Sunday under the auspices of the Masonic order, of which he was a faithful member. Mr. England was 61 years of age. He served in the Civil war under Colonel Dobbins. One by one, the old Confeds are passing away, and in a few years all will be gone, but not forgotten. The Times offers condolences to the afflicted family. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 11-16-1906 - KELLEY - JOSEPH - - MRS. - - UNK - 11 8 1906 - UNKNOWN - Mrs. Joseph Kelley of Pinetree died on Nov. 8, 1906, of pneumonia, and was buried the following day in the family cemetery. The Times extends her bereaved relatives sincere sympathy in their great loss. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 11-16-1906 - PUGH - EVA - - MISS - - 9 20 1888 - 11 9 1906 - YOCONA - In Memoriam of Mrs. Eva Pugh-God has taken another one of earth's fairest flowers and transplanted it to His Heavenly realms to bloom in His garden of love. On Saturday morning, Nov. 9, 1906, little Eva, the beloved daughter of Mr. L. J. and Mollie Pugh was called to quit this home and come up higher. For the past year, that great destroyer, consumption, had slowly sapped the life blood of the young life, so joyful, so cheerful, so considerate of her loved ones that up to the last hours of life she seemed buoyant and high spirited. Eva had just entered her 18th year, Sep. 20, and for the last six years had been a consistent member of the Missionary Baptist church at Yocona. Services were held in the school house, Elder W. H. Paslay conducting the funeral services, then the body was laid to rest in the cemetery beyond the schoolhouse. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 11-16-1906 - MILTON - FRANK - - MRS. - - UNK - 11 16 1906 - YARBROUGH - Mrs. Frank Milton, widow, died at her home on Mr. E. L. Horton's place on Nov. 16, 1906, and was laid to rest in the Yarbrough cemetery on Sunday. Peace to her ashes and sympathy to her brothers and absent children. Newcastle Times. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 11-23-1906 - DEVASIER - FRANCES - E. - MISS - - 11 30 1897 - 11 17 1906 - HUGHES - FRANCES E. DEVASIER-Dies from wound inflicted by fire. Frances E. Devasier, daughter of Mr. & Mrs. F. F. Devasier, of Newcastle, was playing with her baby brother on a pallet before the fire. While passing between him and and the fire, her clothing caught fire, and when she discovered her accident, she became excited and ran from the house. Her older sister tried to catch her to no avail, running frantically, until she ran to her mother, who was running from Mr. W. O. Pirtle's house when Mr. R. C. Smith caught her, and tore the fragments of clothing from her, assisted by the mother, who burned her hands so badly the flesh seems to be cooked to the bones of a part of her fingers. Gathering to assist, were neighbors, and Dr. J. F. McDougal who dressed the wounds, but it was not enough. She was burned on Thursday, and lasted until Saturday morning, Nov. 17, 1906. She was born on Nov. 30, 1897, eighteen years, eleven months, and seventeen days old. She was a very bright child, but was timid as a fawn, but so kind and obedient that to know her was to love her. She was so much interested in education, that she pleaded to go to school after her wounds were dressed. Rev. J. C. Kelso conducted the religious ceremonies at the home, and concluded the services at the Hughes cemetery where the body was laid to rest. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 11-23-1906 - WATERMAN - LILLIAN - - MRS. - REED - 1881 - 11 18 1906 - HUGHES - Death of Mrs. Waterman=Mrs. Lillian Waterman, nee Reed, beloved wife of Mr. W. C. Waterman, died last Sunday, Nov. 18, 1906, at their home in Colt, of malarial hematuria after a brief illness of only four days. She was the daughter of Pleas Reed, deceased, age 25 years of age, and leaves her husband, two children, one boy of six, and one girl of three years, besides many relatives and friends to mourn her loss. The precious remains were laid to rest in the Hughes cemetery Monday, Rev. J. K. Pedrick of the Christian church performing the funeral services at New Hope Church. Messrs. C. T., H. W., John A., and Robt. L. Waterman, of this city, brothers of W. C. Waterman attended the funeral. Mrs. Lum Crippin, mother of deceased, attended her bedside during her illness, and is heart broken at the loss of her child. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 11-23-1906 - MITCHELL - BOB - - - - UNK - 11 22 1906 - BELL - The sad news of "Uncle" Bob Mitchell reached us yesterday, Nov. 22, 1906. The deceased was one of the pioneer settlers of the county, and was well known and esteemed by a legion of friends. He had been in feeble health for a long time and the end was not unexpected. The remains will be interred in the Bell cemetery near Palestine today. The Times extends sympathy to the grieved widow and relatives. Probably this Man: Robert Mitchell Home in 1880: Goodwin, Saint Francis, Arkansas Age: 48 Estimated Birth Year: abt 1832 Birthplace: Tennessee Relation to Head of Household: Self (Head) Spouse's Name: Zoa Father's birthplace: Virginia Mother's birthplace: North Carolina Occupation: Keeping Boarding Marital Status: Married Race: White Gender: Male Household Members: Name Age Robert Mitchell 48 Zoa Mitchell 30 Boarders-Annie Coffey 4 William Baird 52 -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 11-30-1906 - ROGERS - FRANK - - - - UNK - 11 23 1906 - UNKNOWN - DOC ROGERS HUNG=Ascended the scaffold without a tremor, and said he was going to heaven. The first legal execution since July 25, 1902, took place in the jailyard shortly after 1 o'clock today, when the negro, Frank "Doc" Rogers, convicted of murder in the Sept. term of the St. Francis Circuit court was hung. The crime was atrocious, he was the father of a child by his step daughter. When he heard the child was born, Rogers was working on the road. He went home and took the child to the cotton patch, about two hundred yards from the cabin, where he murdered it. Later in the day, he buried the body with his own hands. Rogers admitted to forty two years of age, but looked ten years older per Jailer Swan. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 11-30-1906 - BODKIN - JAMES - THOMAS - - - 3 25 1895 - 11 22 1906 - CITY - Little Tommie Bodkin, died at the home of his parents last Thursday morning, Nov. 14, 1906. Tribute of Respect. Might be in Hughes cemetery. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 11-30-1906 - BERRY - JAMES - NEWTON - - - 6 1844 - 11 18 1906 - BRINKLEY - J. N. BERRY DEAD=Mr. James Newton Berry, an old and highly respected citizen of this county, passed away at his home in this city, Sunday morning, Nov. 18, 1906, after an illness of several days duration. Mr. Berry was born in Madison County, Alabama June 1844, and moved to Arkansas, while yet a youth, and located at Cotton Plant, Woodruff county, from which point he enlisted in the Confederate army, and served throughout the war between the states. Dec. 15, 1869 he was married to Mrs. Cobble, to which union two children were born, one of whom survives him. Oct. 1873, he was married to MIss Emma Anderson, to which eight children were born, two of whom with his wife survives him. Funeral services conducted by Rev. T. H. Howard, were held at the residence on Monday afternoon, last, and the remains were laid to rest in the Brinkley cemetery. There was no school Monday, in Miss Anderson's class, on account of the death of her uncle, with whom she was making her home. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 11-30-1906 - McVEY - L. - P. - - - 1825 - 11 25 1906 - ELMWOOD - L. P. McVEY DEAD=Another old Confederate soldier answers taps. L. P. McVey, age 81, died yesterday, Nov. 25, 1906, at his residence, 167 Union street, The funeral will take place today at Elmwood cemetery. The only surviving members of his family left to mourn his loss are W. A. and E. L. McVey, who live in this city, Memphis. Mr. McVey had been an invalid for four years, and died of old age. He was a Confederate soldier, and was in many of the prominent battles on southern soil, including Shiloh. He enlisted from Mississippi, his native state, and came to Memphis after the war. Commercial Appeal, Nov. 26, 1906. L. P. McVey will be remembered by a large number of citizens of this county, where he resided for many years, and was engaged in the shoemaking business. He was thus engaged in 1886 when the writer first came to Forrest City. He left here in the late 90's. The 1880 census shows: L. P. McVey Home in 1880: Forest City, Saint Francis, Arkansas Age: 53 Estimated Birth Year: abt 1827 Birthplace: Tennessee Relation to Head of Household: Self (Head) Spouse's Name: Tabitha Neighbors: Occupation: Boot Maker Marital Status: Married Race: White Gender: Male Cannot read/writeHousehold Members: Name Age L. P. McVey 53 wife-Tabitha McVey 48 son- Johnnie McVey 19 son- Eddie McVey 12 sister-Catharina Heathcof 35 nephew-Eddie Heathcof 9 -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 12-7-1906 - MOORE - WM. - - - - UNK - 12 6 1906 - UNKNOWN - Negro Killed=Yesterday, between 1 and 2 o'clock, Dec. 6, 1906, a negro named Wm. Moore was shot and intantly killed by his wife, Clara Moore, on the Fussell plantation, northwest of town. Deputies Swan and Potts arrested her, and she is awaiting trial. It apparently was caused by him wanting her to pick cotton, which she refused to do, and she said he hit at her with a iron bar, but missed, as he approached her, she grabbed an old musket pistol loaded with bird shot, and as she struck at him with the gun, which exploded, the contents putting a hole through his heart, killing him instantly. 12-21-1906 Mrs. Moore was bound over for trial by Squire Turley. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 12-7-1906 - OWEN - E. - T. - DR. - - 12 31 1828 - 11 23 1906 - BRINKLEY - Dr. E. T. Owen Dead=Again we are called upon to record the death of one of the oldest and most highly respected citizens of this section, Dr. E. T. Owen, which occurred at his home in Clarendon, Nov. 23, 1906. He was born in Tuscaloosa, Alabama, Dec. 31, 1828, where he lived until he was 12 years of age when his father moved to Columbus, Mississippi. When 26 years of age he came to Arkansas, and began the practice of medicine with Dr. Chas. Sullivan and ever since been actively engaged in that profession until the past few years, when the infirmities of old age made him an invalid, for the past two years. Dr. Owen was a gentleman of the old school, chivalrous and polite to all, and generous to a fault. Politically he was a democrat, also a Mason, and an old Confederate soldier, having been a member of Camp Pat Cleburne, U. C. V. m, of this place. Funeral services were held by Rev. T. H. Howard, Saturday, and his remains laid to rest in the Brinkley cemetery in the presence of a large number of friends who had gathered to pay a last tribute in respect of his memory. Monroe County Citizen. Dr. Owen resided here for a short time a few years ago when his wife conducted the St. Francis Hotel, next door to the Times office, and made many friends who will join us in sincere sympathy to the bereaved relatives. He leaves a wife, a son, Will, and two daughters, Miss Grace and Mrs. Earl McDonald. The latter will be remembered by many who saw them in a play by Brinkley talent at the opera house. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 12-7-1906 - BELL - DANIEL - - - - UNK - 12 25 1905 - UNKNOWN - Joe Sartin captured, wanted for the murder of Daniel Bell who was indicted by the St. Francis county grand jury. Sartin is wanted for the murder on Dec. 25, 1905. He says he is innocent, and had been tried by Squire Sanders, and acquitted. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 12-14-1906 - COHN - JENNIE - - MRS. - FARMER - UNK - 11 1906 - NASHVILLE - MRS. SAM COHN-Mrs. Jennie Farmer Cohn, wife of Sam Cohn, died Wednesday morning, Nov. ?, 1906, in Nashville. Her married life had been brief when she was attacked by that fatal illness that ended her life. So sudden and violent was this attack that from the beginning, but slight hope was entertained for her recovery. She fought bravely against a fate which was inevitable. With rare patience and fortitude she endured her sufferings. She was kind, generous, and sympathetic and strove to lighten the labors of those who attended her. She left a husband, two brothers, Call and John Farmer; two sisters, Mrs. Given and Mrs. Beck of Memphis. Commercial Appeal, Dec. 3, 1906. Here in St. Francis county where she was born, the daughter of John Farmer, well known in this county, until his death. She was interred on Thanksgiving day. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 12-14-1906 - MAY - WILBUR - C. - - - 9 18 1900 - 12 10 1906 - HUGHES - Mr. & Mrs. P. G. May of Johnson township, have the sympathy of their numerous friends in the death of their sweet little baby, who died Monday, Dec. 10, 1906, of congestion, and was buried the following day at Hughes cemetery. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 12-14-1906 - PATTESON - J. - M. - - - UNK - 12 1906 - UNKNOWN - The Times is in possession of a card announcing the death of Mr. J. M. Patteson, from Belzoni, MIss., an old time printer who was employed at the office of the Herald at that place. Mr. Patteson is well known here, having been employed in this office several times about two years. He was a good printer, and during the Civil war, was employed in the Confederate government printing office, and in that capacity printed a large amount of money they issued. Monroe County Citizen. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 12-21-1906 - NIMOCKS - ISABEL - - MISS - - UNK - 12 17 1906 - N. CAROLINA - A telegram Monday noon, conveyed the sad tidings of death of Miss Isabel Nimocks, daughter of Mr. & Mrs. R. M. Nimocks. The death occurred at Fayetteville, N. Carolina. Mr. Nimocks and daughter, Miss Eunice, left Tuesday to attend the burial. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 12-21-1906 - ENGLAND - EMMA - - MRS. - - UNK - 12 20 1906 - HUGHES - Mrs. Emma England, and old and highly respected citizen of Johnson township, died Wednesday, Dec. 20, 1906, at her home, and was buried the following day at the Hughes cemetery. The bereaved relatives have our sincere sympathy in their loss. PLOT 919-OLD YARD -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 12-28-1906 - DANIEL - E. - G. - - - UNK - 12 24 1906 - KENTUCKY - Mr. E. G. Daniel died of malarial hematuria at Widener, Monday, Dec. 24, 1906, His remains were sent to his former home, Madisonville, Ky. Mr. Daniel came to this county about three years ago, and established a sawmill at Linden, which he operated about a year, and sold to Dan Wylds & Sons. Of late, he has been operating a sawmill near Widener. He leaves a wife and several children, who have resided in this city until about a month ago. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 12-28-1906 - SWEET - NONA - - MRS. - McCRARY - 1881 - 12 22 1906 - CITY - The sympathy of the community goes out to Mr. Walter Sweet, in the loss of his wife, who died of congestion on Saturday, Dec. 22, 1906, and was buried in the Forrest City cemetery, Elder W. H. Paslay conducting the ceremonies. Hard to read! Believe this to be Nona McCrary. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 12-28-1906 - MYERS - ROY - - - - UNK - 12 23 1906 - CITY - Mr. Roy Myers died Sunday night, Dec. 23, 1906, of pneumonia at the residence of his brother in law, Mr. Chas. McCutchen, and the remains were laid away in the Forrest City cemetery on Monday, Elder J. H. Cason of the Baptist church conducting the ceremonies. could be Hughes cemetery. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- BIRTHS: - - - - - - - - - -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1-5-1906 - McDANIEL - BABY BOY - - - - 1 2 1906 - UNK - FCTIMES - Mr. & Mrs. L. O. McDaniel, of a mile and a half south of town are rejoicing over the birth of a 12 pound boy born on Tuesday. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1-5-1906 - SELLERS - BABY GIRL - - - - 12 29 1905 - UNK - FCTIMES - The stork visited the home of Mr. & Mrs. R. E. Sellers and left a baby girl on Thursday of last week. She weighed in at 11 pounds. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1-19-1906 - HOUSTON - BABY GIRL - - - - 1 15 1906 - UNK - FCTIMES - Mr. & Mrs. J. T. Houston, who reside in the Fussell addition, had a baby girl on Monday. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1-19-1906 - ODELL - BABY BOY - - - - 1 16 1906 - UNK - FCTIMES - Mr. & Mrs. W. E. Odell, who reside with Mrs. Dryden on Forrest street, had a baby girl on Tuesday. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 2-9-1906 - SCOTT - BABY GIRL - - - - 2 4 1906 - UNK - FCTIMES - Mr. & Mrs. Rufus Scott are rejoicing over the arrival of a baby girl last Sunday. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 3-2-1906 - EZELL - WILMER - - - - 2 26 1906 - 8 10 1906 - FCTIMES - Mr. & Mrs. O. A. Ezell had a new baby girl on Feb. 26 weighing something less than 25 pounds! -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 4-6-1906 - VADAKIN - BABY GIRL - - - - 4 3 1906 - UNK - FCTIMES - Mr. & Mrs. Edward Lincoln Vadakin had a eight pound baby girl on Monday. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 4-13-1906 - WALTON - BABY GIRL - - - - 4 10 1906 - UNK - FCTIMES - Mr. & Mrs. A. E. Walton are happy with the baby girl who arrived on Tuesday at their home. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 5-4-1906 - HOUSTON - BABY GIRL - - - - 4 27 1906 - UNK - FCTIMES - Mr. & Mrs. W. H. Houston are celebrating the new baby girl who arrived last Friday at their home. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 5-4-1906 - WEBB - BABY BOY - - - - 4 29 1906 - UNK - FCTIMES - Mr. & Mrs. J. L. Webb of Fulwood are rejoicing over the birth of a baby boy born last Sunday. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 6-1-1906 - PUGH - BABY GIRL - - - - 5 30 1906 - UNK - FCTIMES - Mr. & Mrs. Richard Pugh are celebrating the birth of a baby girl on Wednesday. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 6-22-1906 - TIPTON - BABY BOY - - - - 6 21 1906 - UNK - FCTIMES - Mr. & Mrs. J. H. Tipton, are rejoicing over the birth of a baby boy yesterday. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 6-29-1906 - O'BRIEN - BABY BOY - - - - 6 28 1906 - UNK - FCTIMES - The stork made its second visit to the home of Mr. & Mrs. Thos. O'Brien yesterday, and left a baby boy. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 6-29-1906 - HALL - BABY BOY - - - - 6 24 1906 - UNK - FCTIMES - Mr. James Hall, of Widener, was in town and was proud of the new baby boy born on Sunday. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 7-13-1906 - SWAN - BABY GIRL - - - - 7 7 1906 - UNK - FCTIMES - Mr. & Mrs. S. B. Swan are rejoicing over the arrival of a baby girl last Saturday. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 7-20-1906 - IZARD - BABY GIRL - - - - 7 14 1906 - UNK - FCTIMES - Mr. & Mrs. Chas. R. Izard are celebrating the birth of a daughter last Saturday. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 7-27-1906 - DOYLE - BABY GIRL - - - - 7 24 1906 - UNK - FCTIMES - Mr. & Mrs. Frank Doyle are rejoicing over birth of a daughter on Tuesday. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 8-3-1906 - BATTS - BABY GIRL - - - - 7 29 1906 - UNK - FCTIMES - Mr. & Mrs. Walter Batts are happy with a new baby girl born on Sunday morning. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 8-24-1906 - CHENEY - BABY BOY - - - - 8 1906 - UNK - FCTIMES - Mr. & Mrs. F. M. Cheney are happy with a new baby boy. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 8-31-1906 - HARRIS - TWIN BOYS - - - - 8 29 1906 - UNK - FCTIMES - Mr. & Mrs. Frank Harris are happy with twin boys born on Wednesday. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 8-31-1906 - KIRBY - BABY GIRL - - - - 8 26 1906 - UNK - FCTIMES - Mr. & Mrs. W. E. (Bud) Kirby were visited by the stork who brought a baby girl last Sunday. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 9-7-1906 - BENSON - BABY BOY - - - - 8 31 1906 - UNK - FCTIMES - Mr. & Mrs. Robt. W. Benson were visited by the stork last Friday with a fine baby boy. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 9-7-1906 - TARVER - BABY GIRL - - - - 9 6 1906 - UNK - FCTIMES - Mr. & Mrs. Chas. Tarver were visited by the stork yesterday and have a fine baby girl. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 9-28-1906 - DAVIS - DE - MARIS - - - 9 25 1906 - UNK - FCTIMES - Congratulations to Mr. & Mrs. Jesse N. Davis, of Baltimore, on birth of De Maris, born Sep. 25, 1906, weighing 10 pounds. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 9-28-1906 - WALLACE - BABY GIRL - - - - 9 21 1906 - UNK - FCTIMES - The stork made a flight over Mr. & Mrs. J. M. Wallace's home, and left a baby girl on last Friday. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 10-5-1906 - SANDERS - BABY BOY - - - - 9 30 1906 - UNK - FCTIMES - Mr. & Mrs. J. G. Sanders had a fine baby boy last Sunday, and this makes the even half dozen. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 10-19-1906 - MOOSE - BABY BOY - - - - 10 17 1906 - UNK - FCTIME - Mr. & Mrs. T. V. Moose, are happy with a new arrival, a baby boy born on Wedesday. He, the father, is a photographer here. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 10-26-1906 - HAMILTON - BABY BOY - - - - 10 1906 - UNK - FCTIME - Mr. Arthur Hamilton is all smiles, he has a new baby boy weighing 12 pounds. Newcastle Times. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 11-9-1906 - BENNETT - BABY BOY - - - - 11 7 1906 - UNK - FCTIME - Mr. W. A. Bennett had a baby boy on Wednesday. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 11-16-1906 - WEBB - BABY BOY - - - - 11 14 1906 - UNK - FCTIME - The stork made a flight over Mr. & Mrs. D. C. Webb on Wednesday, and left a baby boy. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 11-16-1906 - HAVENS - CHARLES - NORVAL - JR. - - 11 14 1906 - UNK - FCTIME - Mr. & Mrs. Chas. and Ida Louise Havens had a fine baby boy on Wednesday. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 11-23-1906 - BRADY - BABY BOY - - - - 11 17 1906 - UNK - FCTIME - Major and Mrs. John T. Brady were visited with a new baby boy on last Saturday. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 12-21-1906 - FERGUSON - BABY GIRL - - - - 12 15 1906 - UNK - FCTIME - Mr. & Mrs. Will Ferguson had a fine baby girl last Saturday. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- MARRIAGES: - - - - - - - - - -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1-5-1906 - PIPKIN - A. - J. - - - - - FCTIMES - PIPKIN-HASKINS=Mr. A. J. Pipkin of Tuttleton, and Miss Fannie Haskins were married at the bride's home near town by Rev. Sidney Babcock. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 2-9-1906 - WILLIAMS - R. - J. - - - - - FCTIMES - WILLIAMS-MARIS=A marriage license was issued in Memphis for Mr. R. J. Williams and Miss Lucy J. Maris. The marriage took place on Feb. 8, 1906, at the residence of the bride's sister, Mrs. Ed. Patrick, in Arlington, Tenn. Mr. Williams is a prominent lawyer of this city. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 2-9-1906 - SMITH - GEORGE - - - - - - FCTIMES - SMITH-WHITESIDES=The marriage news of Mr. George Smith and Miss Nannie Whitesides reached the city as they slipped off on Sunday and were married in Memphis. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 2-9-1906 - BARRINGER - PAUL - - - - - - FCTIMES - BARRINGER-TAYLOR=Mr. Paul Barringer and Miss Nan Elizabeth Taylor were married by Rev. J. A. McCord of the Baptist church at the parsonage. Miss Taylor is the youngest daughter of the late Gen. George Pressley Taylor, and Mr. Barringer is an employee of the Brandon, Baugh & Co. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 2-9-1906 - McCRARY - GERVAISE - - - - - - FCTIMES - McCRARY-DOWNEY=Mr. Gervaise McCrary and Miss Downey were married Wednesday afternoon at the home of the bride's parents, Rev. S. H. Babcock presiding. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 2-9-1906 - WATERMAN - JOHN - - - - - - FCTIMES - WATERMAN-LINDSEY=Mr. John Waterman and Miss Etta May Lindsey were married last Monday, Elder J. A. McCord presiding. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 2-16-1906 - SWEET - WALTER - - - - - - FCTIMES - SWEET-McCRARY=Mr. Walter Sweet and Miss Nona McCrary were married at the residence of Mr. Joe Whittenton of Yocona on Valentine's day, by Eld. J. A. McCord. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 3-31-1906 - MYERS - ROBERT - A. - - - - - FCTIMES - MYERS-FRANKS=Mr. Robert A. Myers, age 32, and Miss Fannie E. Franks, age 23, were married Sunday at the home of the bride's father, Mr. A. Franks, Squire J. B. Sanders performing the ceremonies, Mr. Pete Parnella of Memphis was in attendance. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 4-6-1906 - CURTIS - A. - C. - - - - - FCTIMES - CURTIS-BRILEY=Married on the 1st April, at the residence of G. B. Daniel, Haynes, Mr. A. C. Curtis and Miss Katie Briley, Elder W. H. Paslay performing the ceremonies. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 4-20-1906 - JACKSON - UNKNOWN - - - - - - FCTIMES - JACKSON-KIRBY -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 4-20-1906 - CARRICK - ALBERT - - - - - - FCTIMES - CARRICK-ALDRIDGE=Mr. & Mrs. W. H. Aldridge announce the marriage of their daughter, Miss Virgie May, to Mr. Albert Carrick, of Paragould, at their home next Monday evening, at the home of Mrs. Alice Matthews, Elder J. K. Pedrick conducting the marriage ceremony. Miss Eula Aldridge, sister of the bride was an attendant. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 4-27-1906 - ATTERBERRY - WM. - - - - - - FCTIMES - ATTERBERRY-FARRIS=Mr. Wm. Atterberry and Miss Martha Farris, of Franks township, were married in the front of the Brandon & Baugh store Wednesday morning, Rev. S. H. Babcock of the Presbyterian church performing the ceremonies. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 5-4-1906 - RUST - W. - C. - - - - - FCTIMES - RUST-DEWEES=Mr. W. C. Rust and Miss Salle Dewees, both of this county, repaired to the house of Elder J. K. Pedrick to be married at the home of the bride's sister, Mrs. Webb, about eight miles west of town. He is a prosperous farmer. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 6-1-1906 - HUGHES - JOHN - - - - - - FCTIMES - HUGHES-FISHER=Mr. John Hughes, a carpenter of Helena, and Miss Lillian Fisher, aged 17, daughter of the proprietors, Mr. & Mrs. G. E. Fisher, of the American Hotel where he is staying, were married last Sunday and were married in Clarendon. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 6-22-1906 - SCHULTZ - HOWARD - LEE - - - - - FCTIME - SCHULTZ-HANNAH=Mr. Howard Lee Schultz, and Miss Alice Louise Hannah will be married in Fayetteville, Ark. on June 27, 1906, per announcement from Mrs. Mollie Hannah. She was born in Forrest City, and it is hard to believe she is grown. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 6-22-1906 - MOORE - J. - P. - - - - - FCTIME - MOORE-EPPES=Mr. J. P. Moore, and Miss Mary Eppes, third daughter of Capt. and Mrs. W. F. Eppes at Madison, were married Wednesday, Rev. W. P. Talkington conducting the marriage ceremony. Mr. Moore is the operator of the Choctaw depot. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 6-22-1906 - ARMSTRONG - JAMES - W. - - - - - FCTIME - ARMSTRONG-BABCOCK=Mr. James W. Armstrong and Miss Emily Allen Babcock, were united in holy matrimony Tuesday, at the home of the bride's mother, in south Jonesboro. Brother Sidney Babcock, of Forrest City, brother of the bride, performing the ceremony. Mr. Armstrong is assistant cashier at the Jonesboro Trust Company. The bride is the daughter of one of Methodist divines in Arkansas, the late Rev. S. H. Babcock. They will make their home in Jonesboro. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 6-29-1906 - POSEY - SAMUEL - - - - - - FCTIME - POSEY-SMITH=Mr. Samuel Posey, aged 24 years, of Madison, and Miss Nannie Smith, aged 20 years, of Forrest City, were married last Friday. The ceremony took place in the chambers of Judge Ellis Turley above the Bank of Eastern Arkansas. Mr. Posey is an employee of the Walton-Knox Box Factory in Madison. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 6-29-1906 - BOGART - HARRY - DALTON - DR. - - - - FCTIME - BOGART-SMITH=In Wheetley, Miss Scottie Elizabeth Smith, and Dr. Harry Dalton Bogart, were married at the Methodist church on Wednesday. The ceremony being said by Rev. Lindsay of LaGrange. The bride is the sister of Mr. D. H. Smith, and her brother, Mr. Geo. C. Smith took her down the aisle. The bride is the youngest daughter of Mrs. C. C. Smith. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 7-6-1906 - SPENCER - H. - B. - - - - - FCTIME - SPENCER-WEST=Mr. H. B. Spencer, and Miss Inez West were married at the residence of the bride's mother, Mrs. Rosalie West, of Forrest City, June 27, 1906. Rev. Cox of the Methodist church in Brinkley conducting the ceremony. The bride is the daughter of the late J. R. West, who for years was in financial affairs here. Mr. Spencer is a native of Indiana, and was one of the original proprietors of the Wheetley Spoke Factory, but recently sold his interest to his brother in law, Mr. E. M. Thickstein. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 7-6-1906 - McGehee - ALEX - - - - - - FCTIME - McGEHEE-LANE=The marriage by Squire J. B. Sanders on the 4th between Mr. Alex McGehee, aged 22, and Miss Maria Lane, aged 14 years, Elder J. H. Cason was present, he is the new Baptist minister. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 7-6-1906 - GLASIER - SAM - - - - - - FCTIME - GLASIER-DAVIS=Mr. Sam Glasier, of St. Louis, and Miss Rosa Davis, of Forrest City, were married at Druid's Hall in St. Louis, June 17, 1906. The ceremony was performed by Rabbi Rosenblatt of St. Louis. She is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. G. Levy of this city. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 7-13-1906 - HILL - FRANCIS - ROBERT - - - - - FCTIME - HILL-FIZER=Mr. Francis Robert Hill, of Okmulgee, Indian Territory, and Miss Virgie Wynne Fizer, younger daughter of Rev. and Mrs. N. B. Fizer, will be married on July 25, 1906. She is the sister of Mrs. James G. Sanders of this city, and the Rev. Fizer was here until about ten years ago in a local church. At the home of Rev. and Mrs. N. B. Fizer by Rev. E. L. Massey. at Okmulgee, Okla. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 7-20-1906 - MILAM - ED - - - - - - FCTIME - MILAM-CRONEY=Mr. Ed Milam and Mrs. Edna E. Croney, were married at Swan's store on Wednesday, Squire J. B. McLaren performing the marriage ceremony. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 8-10-1906 - FOGG - E. - K. - - - - - FCTIME - FOGG-HENLEY=Mr. E. K. Fogg and Miss Nora E. Henley, of Kelley, Miss., were married Sunday evening, Rev. S. H. Babcock of the Methodist church performing the marriage ceremony, at the home of Mrs. C. C. Fogg, cousin of Miss Henley. Mr. Fogg is the owner of the Palace Saloon. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 8-24-1906 - FERGUSON - ELTON - - - - - - FCTIME - FERGUSON-BERNARD=Last Monday, Mr. Elton (Jack) Ferguson and Miss Eva Bernard, at the home of the bride's parents, Mr. & Mrs. Chas. W. Bernard. Elder J. H. Cason conducting the marriage ceremony. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 8-24-1906 - PIPPIN - LOU - - - - - - FCTIME - PIPPIN-HARRIS=Mr. Lou Pippin and Miss Minnie Harris of Johnson township were married in Memphis last Sunday. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 9-7-1906 - STARKS - W. - R. - - - - - FCTIME - STARKS-STOCKARD=Mrs. Eula Stockard, daughter of Mr. & Mrs. M. A. Swinea, and Mr. W. H. Starks of Hackleburg, Alabama were married at the Methodist parsonage, Aug. 31, 1906, Rev. W. O. Waggoner conducting the wedding ceremony. Mr. Starks is a superintendent of the Illinois Central railroad between Memphis and Haleyville. She was the widow of J. Rush Stockard, and he is a brother of Mrs. S. N. Landers and Mrs. Wright Lewis. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 9-28-1906 - DEVASIER - WILLIAM - - - - - - FCTIME - DEVASIER-ELLIS=Mr. William Devasier and Miss Ellis, of Jericho, last Friday near midnight, by Rev. J. C. Nininger. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 10-5-1906 - FOLEY - DOUGLAS - - - - - - FCTIME - FOLEY-TYNER-=Last Sunday, at Squire Cavanaugh's residence near Goodwin, Mr. Doulas Foley and Miss May Tyner were married. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 10-12-1906 - CARLLEE - E. - B. - - - - - FCTIME - CARLLEE-GORMAN=Mr. E. B. Carlleee, and Miss Laura D. Gorman were married by Rev. W. H. Morris of Augusta at LIttle Rock at the Capitol Hotel. She is from Searcy, but was raised here in Little Rock, and the groom is from Augusta. LIttle Rock Democrat. Oct. 11 -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 10-12-1906 - BERG - J. - A. - - - - - FCTIME - BERG-JONES=At the home of Mr. & Mrs. C. A. Ahlstedt, on College Hill, Forrest City, Monday night, the marriage of Mr. J. A. Berg, of Little Rock, and Miss Hattie Mae Jones by Rev. P. H. Hensley of the Presbyterian church. Mr. Berg is with the Edison Light Co. in Little Rock, and Miss Jones is a niece of Mrs. Ahlstedt. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 10-19-1906 - CANALE - PETE - - - - - - FCTIME - CANALE-FRANKS=Mr. Pete Canale and Miss Elsie Franks were united in holy matrimony Sunday at the home of the bride's father, Squire Ellis Turley in charge. The groom is from Memphis, and the bride from here. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 10-19-1906 - BUFORD - THOS. - A. - - - - - FCTIME - Mr. Thos. A. Buford and Miss Claudia Mallory announce their engagement, and will be married Oct. 24, 1906 at the Methodist church. Miss Mallory is the daughter of Circuit Clerk and Mrs. George B. Mallory, the groom of the firm of Pettus & Buford. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 10-19-1906 - MASON - WILL - - - - - - FCTIME - Mr. Will Mason, formerly of this city, and Miss Mary Howman McClure, were married at Hannibal, Mo. on Oct. 12, 1906. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 10-26-1906 - TARVER - TOM - H. - - - - - FCTIME - TARVER-HORNEY=Mr. Tom Tarver and Miss Beverley Horney were married Sunday afternoon, on Crowley's Ridge amidst forest trees, Rev. Mr. Anderson of the Methodist church performing the marriage. The bride is the second daughter of Mrs. J. D. McKnight, and the groom is connected with the Dunavant & Company's Drug Store. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 11-2-1906 - FOLBRE - THOMAS - CLARENCE - JR. - - - - FCTIME - FOLBRE-LAIRD=Mr. Thomas Clarence Folbre, Jr. and Miss Mary Elizabeth Laird were married at the home of the bride's parents, Mr. & Mrs. R. M. Laird in Newport, Rev. M. B. Umsted performing the wedding ceremony. The groom is the eldest son of Judge T. C. Folbre. Miss Laird is one of Newport's fairest and sweetest girls. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 11-9-1906 - TODD - JOHN - - - - - - FCTIME - TODD-RAWLS=Mr. John Todd and Mrs. Meta Rawls were married Monday evening, Squire Heustess presiding at the home of Mr. Osborne. Yocona Times -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 12-7-1906 - WARREN - OLLIE - - - - - - FCTIME - WARREN-SNYDER=Mr. Ollie Warren, prescriptionist at Dunavant's Drug Store, and Miss Sula Snyder were married at Jonesboro, Wednesday, at the home of the bride's parents, Mr. & Mrs. J. H. Snyder, Rev. Frank Barrett of Searcy conducting the wedding ceremony. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 12-7-1906 - OWENS - GEORGE - - - - - - FCTIME - OWENS-DEVEREAUX=Mr. George Owens and Miss Esther Devereaux were married at the residence of Mr. & Mrs. George Leggett, on Sunday evening, Elder W. H. Paslay in charge. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 12-14-1906 - PARKER - JIM - - - - - - FCTIME - PARKER-BAKER=Mr. Jim Parker, of St. Francis County, and Miss Ellen Baker of Craighead County, were married in Wynne by appointment, by Squire W. R. Wright. Blade Democrat. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 12-28-1906 - HENNING - AUGUST - - - - - - FCTIME - HENNING-HARPER=The residence of Mr. & Mrs. W. R. Harper, near Palestine, was the scene of a marriage of their second daughter, Miss Daisy, to Mr. August Henning, of Little Rock, on Dec. 24, 1906, Rev. R. L. Wiliford of the Methodist church conducting the ceremony. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 12-28-1906 - REYNOLDS - JAMES - C. - DR - - - - FCTIME - REYNOLDS-MOORE=Dr. James C. Reynolds, and Miss Connie Moore, were married at the home of Mr. & Mrs. W. E. Jett, Elder J. K. Pedrick of Paragould presiding. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- [continued] http://files.usgwarchives.net/ar/stfrancis/newspapers/fct/1906-2.txt