Obits: The Ouachita Telegraph 1887 Obits, Ouachita Parish La These older obituaries are being typed in by Ms. Lora Peppers at the Ouachita Parish Library. We are once again fortunate to have someone interested in helping us find our ancestors. Thank you Lora! Date: Oct 2000 Submitted by: Lora Peppers ********************************************** Copyright. All rights reserved. http://usgwarchives.net/copyright.htm http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafiles.htm ********************************************** If your obituary is not found here and you would like a special look up, you may send $5.00 and an self-addressed stamped envelope to: Lora Peppers - Phone (318) 327-1490 Reference Department Fax (318) 327-1373 Ouachita Parish Public Library 1800 Stubbs Ave. Monroe, LA 71201 These newspapers are on microfilm at NLU. The Ouachita Telegraph Saturday, January 8, 1887 Page 3, Column 1 Eddie Ivan Miller, nephew of Mrs. E.W. Mealey, died Thursday morning, aged 12 years, 1 month and 13 days. The Ouachita Telegraph Saturday, January 15, 1887 Page 3, Column 2 Death of Mr. Lewis C. Spencer. Mr. Lewis C. Spencer, a venerable and influential citizen of Catahoula parish, La., died last Monday at his residence on Little River, about 8 miles above Troyville. Mr. Spencer was a gentleman of the old school and the possessor of many sterling qualities which endeared him to legions of friends in Louisiana and Missisippi. His influence as a useful and intelligent citizen was widely felt in Catahoula, and his death creates a deep void in circles where he was venerated and loved. – Natchez Banner. Mr. Spencer was a brother of the late Judge Spencer and an uncle of Mrs. C.J. and J.S. Boatner of this city. The Ouachita Telegraph Saturday, February 5, 1887 Page 2, Column 4 RICHLAND. Mrs. Eddie Justice died Sunday January 23rd. CATAHOULA. James Cook, a worthy citizen, died at his residence on Black river five miles below trinity on Monday, January 24th. The Ouachita Telegraph Saturday, February 12, 1887 Page 2, Column 6 RICHLAND. Mrs. Martha A. Herbin, an estimable lady, died near Rayville, January 31st. MOREHOUSE. Capt. F.M. Grant died in Bastrop on the 31st of January, in the 62d year of his age. He was Captain of the 12t Louisiana Regiment and well known to many citizens of Ouachita. The Ouachita Telegraph Saturday, February 12, 1887 Page 3, Column 1 Merry McGuire. It is the province of the editor of a newspaper to chronicle alike the sad and the happy events of life. On this occasion it is a very sad event we have to chronicle – the death of our friend Merry Harden McGuire. He passed away Tuesday evening, February 8, 1887, at 3 o’clock, in this city, at the residence of his brother, Sheriff J.E. McGuire. Only 31 years old he was cut down in the fullness of a happy existence, for his was indeed a “Merry” disposition. We know then a great big void has been created in a happy family circle, and if we did not know that there are some sorrows that are inconsolable we might offer words of consolation. But mere words are as nothing in the presence of such sorrow and affliction as this. May the sod rest gently over poor Merry. The Ouachita Telegraph Saturday, February 19, 1887 Page 3, Column 1 Mr. John McFee, twin brother of Frank McFee who recently lost his life in a railroad accident, died at Pearsville, Texas, whither he had gone for his health, on the 15th. The sad intelligence reached here Wednesday morning, adding fresh sorrow to the already grief stricken household. Mr. McFee was only about 24 years old and had thoroughly equipped himself for a life of usefulness and honor, but alas! At the outset he found himself the victim of an insidious disease which has proved fatal thus early. In his death a fond mother and a brother and two sisters lose him in whom their promise, their fondest hopes had centered and the spontaneous sympathy of this whole community goes out to them in their sorrow and affliction. The remains are expected to arrive here to-day and affable, courteous John McFee will be laid to rest in the old cemetery side-by-side with his twin brother Frank whom he loved so well. May sweet rest be thine, John, in all the years to come. NOTE: There is a short biography of John Simmons and Frank Pargoud McFee in the March 12, 1887 edition, page 3, Column 2. The Ouachita Telegraph Saturday, February 26, 1887 Page 3, Column 1 We extend our sympathy to Mr. and Mrs. Charlie Boatner in the loss of their infant son Isaac Hudson, which occurred Tuesday a.m. at 2 o’clock. The Ouachita Telegraph Saturday, March 5, 1887 Page 3, Column 1 Mrs. Rosalie Leyens, mother of Mrs. E. Bloch of this city, and of Mrs. M. and B. Weil and Mr. W.S. Leyens, of Birmingham, Ala., died at the latter place Wednesday evening, March 2, 1887, in the 46th year of her age. The remains were brought to this city and were buried in the Jewish Cemetery yesterday evening. The large circle of friends here of the bereaved family mourn with them in their sad loss. The Ouachita Telegraph Saturday, March 12, 1887 Page 2, Column 6 RICHLAND. Mrs. J.B. Robinson died at Girard on the 2d ins. A son of the deceased lady died a few days ago also and another is reported dangerously ill. The Ouachita Telegraph Saturday, March 12, 1887 Page 3, Column 3 DIED, At Arcadia, La., Wednesday, March 2, 1887, EDDIE L. DAVIS, aged 17 years. The following beautiful lines commemorative of his short but noble and useful life are from the Arcadia Advance: In a meditative mood we sit pondering over the great changes that transpire among the creatures of God’s creation. We see alike the happiness of one half the world and the revelry holding sway over the happy consumation (sic) of some nuptial troth. There the panorama changes, death stalks abroad and a loving one who but a few hours before gladdened the hearts of their friends, and was a source of pride and love for all that know them are silent forever, and taken to rest in the church yard. The bloom of youth, the flower of manhood, the loveliest female beauty have, and will, continue to fade before the icy breath of death. This week the Advance is called upon to chronicle the death of a promising youth, and it is with deep regret that the editor pens the lines that tells the world that Eddie L. Dais is now among the fathers. Eddie was the son of Mr. and Mrs. J.W. Davis, formerly of Oak Ridge, La., and was in his 17th year. For several months he was assistant postmaster here, and in this, as in all other walks, he won to himself many friends. He was a consistent member of the Y.M.C.A. at the time of his death. Eddie had been sick for several days with pneumonia, and on Wednesday, March 2nd, at 11 o’clock, he breathed his last. Thursday at 3 o’clock all that was mortal of the noble boy was followed to its last resting place in the Arcadia Cemetery by a host of friends. The sorrowing parents have the sympathy of the community in the hour of their sad affliction, and they in return give thanks to kind friends for their attention at the sick bed of their loved one. The Ouachita Telegraph Saturday, March 19, 1887 Page 2, Column 1 Judge G.L. Gaskins, of Lincoln, died at his residence in Vienna on the 16th inst., of congestion. The Telegraph regarded Judge Gaskins as one of our purest and ablest men, and it is with sincere regret that it chronicles his death. The Ouachita Telegraph Saturday, March 26, 1887 Page 2, Column 6 EAST CARROLL. Judge George C. Benham, prominent in politics during Republican days, died at his plantation near Lake Providence on the 18th inst. MINDEN Miss Cora Lee Canfield died at the home of her parents in Minden on the 22d inst. She was the salutatorian of the graduating class of 1886 of the Minden Female Academy. RICHLAND. W.J. Goodrum, familiarly known as “Buck” Goodrum, a respected and useful citien, died from a paralytic stroke at his home in Richland parish several days ago. The Beacon also reports the death of Phillip F. Coons, one of the oldest inhabitants of the parish. CATAHOULA. Mr. George Owens a highly esteemed young gentleman of Catahoula died at his home on Sicily Island recently of consumption. The Ouachita Telegraph Saturday, March 26, 1887 Page 3, Column 1 Mrs. Rogan, wife of Mr. M. Rogan, road master of the V.S. & P. Railroad, died Monday morning and was buried Tuesday evening. The Ouachita Telegraph Saturday, March 26, 1887 Page 3, Column 1 Mrs. Mary Millsaps, Sr., died at the residence of Uriah Millsaps, Esq., in West Monroe last Monday evening, in the 59th year of her age, and was buried in Hasley Cemetery, near Trenton, Tuesday evening. The Ouachita Telegraph Saturday, April 2, 1887 Page 3, Column 1 William C. Ashley, late of this parish, died at Lindgrove, Morehouse parish, on the 15th ult., aged 54 years. The Ouachita Telegraph Saturday, April 9, 1887 Page 3, Column 1 Mrs. Clark, wife of Mr. J.A. Clark, died at West Monroe last Saturday of pneumonia. The Ouachita Telegraph Saturday, April 16, 1887 Page 3, Column 1 Mr. L.J. Wright, familiarly and favorably known as Leo Wright, died at his mother’s residence in this city on the 14th inst., aged 22 years. Leo was a telegraph operator and went to Texas several years ago where he married. His wife and a son survive him. The Ouachita Telegraph Saturday, April 23, 1887 Page 2, Column 1 Mr. Eli Noble, late of this parish, died at the residence of his daughter, Mrs. J.W. Watt, in Chattanooga, Tenn., Sunday, 17th inst., aged 83 years. We take the following from the obituary notice appearing in the Chattanooga Times of the 18th: “Mr. Noble was a native of Tennessee, but when quite young removed to Louisiana, where he resided seventy-five years, and was at one time one of the leading planters of the State. He was a man of wonderful vitality, and a few days before his death walked several miles. He was conscious to the last, and died in full faith and perfect rust in the mercy of God. The funeral will take place this afternoon at 3 o’clock, from the residence, Rev. J.W. Bachman and G.C. Rankin officiating. Interment at Forest Hill Cemetery. The Ouachita Telegraph Saturday, April 23, 1887 Page 3, Column 1 The Telegraph’s warmest sympathies are extended to Mr. and Mrs. Fr. Endom in the great and sudden affliction which has befallen the family. Thursday evening their little daughter, Catharine, aged 11 years, returned from school complaining that she had a chill. Mr. and Mrs. Endom were both from home. Before they returned and before medical aid was obtained, their little daughter was a corpse! That morning she went to school in apparent good health; before the sun set her gentle spirit has explored the great beyond! The funeral took place yesterday evening, Father Enaut conducting the ceremonies. The remains were interred in the Catholic cemetery. The Ouachita Telegraph Saturday, May 7, 1887 Page 3, Column 1 The friends and acquaintances of Mr. and Mrs. Howard Smith of Ruston will be pained to learn of the death of their little baby George. But a few days ago it was sound and well, many and bright were the hopes of parents and friends. But He who once said “suffer little children to com unto Me” has gathered one more jewel at home. The Ouachita Telegraph Saturday, May 28, 1887 Page 2, Column 6 LINCOLN. Mr. Hardeman Barmore, of ward five, one of the oldest and most highly respected citizens of the parish, died last Sunday night at the advanced age of 78 years. He was honorable and upright in all his transactions and lived a truly exemplary life, well worthy of the emulation of the present generation of young people. In his death our parish loses a good citizen. – Ruston Caligraph. The Ouachita Telegraph Saturday, June 4, 1887 Page 3, Column 1 From a telegram received by Mr. Jonas Meyer yesterday morning we learn that Mr. M.J. Waldenberg, late of this city, died suddenly at Cincinnati on the 2d inst. He was a member in good standing, of several lodges in this city, and through them carried insurance to the amount of $11,500 on his life. The Ouachita Telegraph Saturday, June 4, 1887 Page 3, Column 1 Mrs. Agnes Garrett, wife of Franklin Garrett, Esq., died Sunday evening, aged 36 years. The announcement, as it spread over the city, filled all with mingled feelings of regret and sorrow, for she was universally beloved. Possessing all the graces of mind and heart and person that makes woman lovable, she was the idol of her family and an ideal woman in the estimation of all who were so fortunate to know her. The Ouachita Telegraph Saturday, June 11, 1887 Page 2, Column 6 MOREHOUSE. We with regret chronicle the sudden death of Mr. John Rutledge, which occurred Wednesday night at his residence in the country. It seems that Mr. Rutledge during the fore part of the day of his death was feeling extremely well and had worked in his field up till dark when he returned to his house and ate a hearty supper, after which he began to feel a little unwell and soon he collapsed without having had time to receive any medical aid. We have failed to learn positively what he was afflicted with, but it is the general supposition that it was apoplexy. – Clarion. The Ouachita Telegraph Saturday, June 25, 1887 Page 3, Column 4 CATAHOULA. Information was received in Trinity on Sunday last of the death of Mr. T. Wash Hanks, of Sicily Island. This news cast a pall over this community, as in his death one of the staunchest citizens in this section has been removed from our midst. He was about fifty-five years of age and his untimely taking off will be mourned by nearly every citizen of Catahoula. He had led an exemplary life, and none who knew him only to love and respect him. –Trinity Herald. The Ouachita Telegraph Saturday, July 2, 1887 Page 3, Column 1 Mrs. Annie Rauxet, wife of Mr. Emile Rauxet, died at the family residence Thursday night at 3:30 o’clock. The funeral will take place this morning at 9 o’clock. The Ouachita Telegraph Saturday, July 9, 1887 Page 3, Column 3 MOREHOUSE. [Special to the Commercial Herald.] BASTROP, July 5. – Mr. R.L. Nunn, one of the best citizens and most promising young farmers of Morehouse Parish was buried here to-day by the Masons and Knights of Pythias, both of which orders he was an honored member. He also belonged to the Endowment rank of the K of P. The Ouachita Telegraph Saturday, July 16, 1887 Page 2, Column 6 FRANKLIN, La., July 11 – [Special.] – Dr. John c. Gordy died here yesterday evening at 6 o’clock at the age of 78, after a long and severe illness, and as buried this evening by the Masonic fraternity from the Methodist church. Dr. Gordy practiced medicine in this community for more than forty years with marked success, especially when yellow fever prevailed. The doctor was a very bright Mason an stood very high in the order, and was well known throughout the state, having been grand lecturer for many years. His loss will be sorely felt in this community, where he was universally esteemed and beloved for his kind, generous and liberal disposition and for his sympathy with the poor and distressed. The funeral was attended by a very large concourse of friends, and neighbors from this and adjoining parishes. He leaves a large number of children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren, by whom he was almost worshiped as a patriarch. The Ouachita Telegraph Saturday, July 16, 1887 Page 3, Column 1 Mrs. L.F. Leavel, an estimable lady of Morehouse parish, died at her home on the 11th inst. The Ouachita Telegraph Saturday, July 16, 1887 Page 3, Column 1 The Telegraph’s sympathies are extended Mr. and Mrs. J.D. Oakly, who had the sad misfortune to lose their little son William Henry on the night of the 14th inst. He was a bright little fellow, aged 5 years and 8 months. The Ouachita Telegraph Saturday, July 23, 1887 Page 3, Column 1 Miss Bettie Block of New Orleans, sister of Mr. J.S. Bloch of this city, died at her home in that place on the 20th inst. The Ouachita Telegraph Saturday, July 30, 1887 Page 2, Column 1 Rev. Father Dicharry, Vicar General of the diocese of Natchitoches died on the 28th inst. He will be remembered by many old Confederate soldiers as the chaplain of one of the Louisiana regiments. The Ouachita Telegraph Saturday, July 30, 1887 Page 3, Column 1 Mr. W.D. Ray of Ward 7 died of heart disease on the 22d. The Ouachita Telegraph Saturday, July 30, 1887 Page 3, Column 1 Mrs. John B. Stone, nee Maggie Layton, died at the family residence just below Monroe last Wednesday after a brief illness. The Ouachita Telegraph Saturday, July 30, 1887 Page 3, Column 1 Mr. John H. Dinkgrave died at Topeka, Kan., on the 24th inst. He had established himself there in the practice of his profession, the law and was doing remarkably well, having but recently been elected city judge. Just before his death he had made arrangements for his family to join him at Topeka and they were to have left here last Monday, but received the sad announcement of his death that morning. The family, however, decided to go and left Thursday. Mr. F.Q. Dinkgrave is there, his brother John having secured him a positing upon one of the railroads leading into Topeka several months ago. The family have the deep sympathy of the entire community in their sad misfortune and bereavement and carry with them the best wishes of many friend for a prosperous life in their new home. NOTE: In the September 10, 1887 issue, page 3, column 2 is a resolution of respect from the C.M.B.A. The Ouachita Telegraph Saturday, August 20, 1887 Page 3, Column 1 Miss Mary Miller of this city did Thursday evening at 5 o’clock. Her remains were forwarded to Water Valley, her former home, for interment yesterday. The Ouachita Telegraph Saturday, August 20, 1887 Page 3, Column 1 Mrs. R.E. Milling, widow of the late James H. Milling, died at Willis Point, Texas, on August 17. Her remains were brought to this city Friday and buried in the old cemetery. Mrs. Milling was a most estimable lady and her many warm friends of this city, where she resided for many years will hear of her untimely death with genuine sorrow. She was a sister-in-law of Gen. W.T. Theobalds. The Ouachita Telegraph Saturday, August 27, 1887 Page 3, Column 2 Death of John H. Milling. The sad intelligence of the death of Mr. John H. Milling was received here this morning. He was taken with swamp fever but a few days ago; at his residence near Forksville where he died surrounded by his family and friends. Mr. Milling was born and raised in Ouachita parish and was esteemed as a true man, citizen and soldier of the Lost Cause. He enlisted in the Pelican Grays at the breaking out of the war and went to the front immediately and fought through the Virginia campaigns and was severely wounded at the battle of Malvern Hill, where he lost a leg. Mr. Milling was a prominent candidate for Sheriff of this parish at the coming election and had a warm, large and enthusiastic support. All good and true men will sincerely mourn the loss of John H. Milling and the country can ill-afford to lose such men one who was ever ready to respond, in every emergency, to its beck and call. He will be burried (sic) to-day at Forksville with Masonic honors, Western Star Lodge of this city taking part in the sad rites, he having been an honored member of that fraternity. Mr. Milling was a brother of the late James H. Milling and a half brother of Gen. W.T. Theobalds. He leaves a large family connection besides and a host of friends to mourn his loss to whom the telegraph extends its very warmest sympathies. The Ouachita Telegraph Saturday, September 17, 1887 Page 2, Column 1 Mr. M. Reese Bryan of Homer, La., formerly editor of the Claiborne Guardian, and for many years enrolling clerk of the House of Representatives of this State, died at Homer on the 11th inst., after a brief illness. He was 38 years of age and leaves a family. The Ouachita Telegraph Saturday, September 24, 1887 Page 3, Column 1 Una Lee, the beautiful and bright little four year old daughter of Mrs. Fannie Milling died at the residence of her grandfather, Hon. W.G. Kennedy, on the 19 inst. of membranous croup. The heart of the mother and grand-father were wrapped up in this sweet and lovely little child and their grief is inconsolable. The Ouachita Telegraph Saturday, September 24, 1887 Page 3, Column 1 Mrs. Ella Leech, wife of Mr. Thos. Leech, Jr., of Burnet, Texas, died in this city last Sunday morning after an illness of only a few days. Her remains were shipped Tuesday to Burnet, her former home, for interment. Mr. Leech and family had only resided in this city about two weeks and were strangers to many of our people, but we learn that Mrs. Leech was a most estimable and lovely woman. The family have our warmest sympathy in their sad bereavement and irreparable loss. The Ouachita Telegraph Saturday, September 24, 1887 Page 3, Column 1 We regret very much to learn of the misfortune that befell Uncle Tom Meredith a few days ago, by which the old gentleman received a fall and was severely hurt. It appears that he was separating his cows and calves, and by some means stumbled and fell to the ground, inflicting painful injuries from which he was forced to take his bed. A few years ago he had a like mishap and suffered for a long time, but he had almost recovered from them and was remarkably active for a man near ninety years of age. We hope that his injuries are not so serious as anticipated and that he will soon be able to be up again. – Caldwell Watchman. Since putting the above in type and as we go to press we learn that Mr. Meredith died from the effects of his injuries. The Ouachita Telegraph Saturday, September 24, 1887 Page 3, Column 2 DIED. At Ellerslie Plantation, Island DeSiard, Ouachita parish, La., on Sunday, September 11th, 1887. GEORGE PHILLIPS WILLIAMS, In the third year of his age; the only child of Thomas S. and Nannie H. Williams, and only grandson of the late Geo. F. Williams, Esq., of Society Hill, South Carolina and of Robt. J. Wilson, Esq., of Ouachita parish, Louisiana. In the death of little George, a crushing blow has fallen upon two families; and a void has been made which can never be filled in this world! Whilst the parents, grandparents and aunt at Ellerslie are stricken with a grief that seems to know no balm, the grandmother and aunt, who have made annual pilgrimages from their distant home, to worship at the shrine of this bright little life, are bowed by sorrow inexpressible! Little George was truly the sunshine of the household. Bright, and intelligent far beyond his hears, he endeared himself to all who knew him or approached him, even for an hour. Beautiful as bright, he was truly a treasure, the loss of which, nothing on earth can replace or repay. Under such a loss and amid such grief, it is only by an humble reliance on the promises of our Heavenly Father, that consolation can be brought to the aching heart, that, in child-like faith it may be, that “God knows best!” The nearest and dearest has passed away, To be happy in Heaven, where angels stay, To be blessed, to be loved, to be fondled there, Relieved from all trouble, forgetting all care; Guarded by angels by Seraphim’s blest; Free from all Sins, forever at rest. Then why should we mourn for the dear one we love. Who is happy in converse with angels above! The nearest and dearest has passed away, To leave us poor creatures here, things of a day, Subject to hardship, to care and to sorrow, Dreading the evils that come to-morrow, Where all is unquiet, untrue and unsafe, And man, on the waters of life, but a waif. Then why should we mourn for the dear one we love Who is happy in converse with angels above! The nearest and dearest has passed away, To join in the life of eternal day. To live in the Heaven o God above, The King of all kings, the Lord of all love, There, to await us, to welcome and save, Those whom he left, from the fear of the grave. Then why should we mourn for the dear one we love Who is happy in converse with angels above! T.O.B. The Ouachita Telegraph Saturday, October 1, 1887 Page 2, Column 6 Death of Rev. Thomas Meredith. Last Sunday evening, at a quarter to four o’clock, surrounded by a loved companion, children, grand-children and many friends, the soul of Rev. Thomas Meredith winged its flight to the mansions above, and he calmly closed his eyes in eternal sleep. In the death of Uncle Tom (as he was usually called) Caldwell parish loses its oldest, and one of its best citizens. In the year 1832 he removed from Amite county, Miss., to this parish and has resided here continuously ever since. For 60 years he was a strict member of the Baptist church, and a minister of the gospel. More than 40 years ago he built a church near his home, to which was given the name of Mt. Pleasant and he has been the father and constant supply of that church ever since, until about one year ago, when the feebleness of his health compelled him to resign the pastorship into younger and stronger hands. Under his charge the church was always in a flourishing condition and to-day it is the largest in point of membership of any church of that denomination in the whole country. Uncle Tom will be missed by a vast concourse of relatives and friends, but none will miss him more than his congregation, who have always looked to him for religious instruction and comfort. The Ouachita Telegraph Saturday, October 15, 1887 Page 3, Column 1 “Uncle Frank” McClendon, father of our worthy friend R.W. McClendon, Sr., died at the residence of his grandson, Mr. Lem McClendon, at Arcadia, La., on the 10th inst. Uncle Frank was one of Ouachita’s oldest citizens, having reached the advanced age of 97 years. He served in the war of 1812 and resided in this parish since 1851. His remains were buried at Forksville on the 11th. The Ouachita Telegraph Saturday, October 15, 1887 Page 3, Column 1 Warren R., son of Mrs. Fannie Milling and grandson of Hon. W.G. Kennedy, died of inflamation of the bowels at Mr. Kennedy’s residence on the night of the 11th inst. Little Warren was 7 years old and a bright, promising boy – the remaining hope of a fond mother who only a few days ago followed the remains of a little daughter to the grave. The sympathies of this entire community go out to the heart-broken mother. The Ouachita Telegraph Saturday, October 15, 1887 Page 3, Column 2 Miss Ella Madden died at the family residence in this city yesterday evening, aged 26 years. The funeral will take place today at 2 o’clock, and the remains will be buried in Hasley cemetery. The Ouachita Telegraph Saturday, October 15, 1887 Page 3, Column 4 DIED. DALE. – At Utility, on Little River, Catahoula Parish, October 4, 1887, Mrs. Dale, mother of John Dale, Esq., of Vidalia, La. SISSON. – In Franklin parish, Wednesday, October 5th, 1887, Mrs. W.E. Sisson. ENSMINGER – In Franklin parish, Friday, September 30, 1887, of swamp fever, Leslie, aged 11 years, oldest daughter of D.W. Ensminger. GRIFFIN. – Near Farmerville, La., October 6, 1887, T.R. Griffin, aged 35 years. FORD. – In Union parish, Saturday, Oct. 1, 1887, Mrs. Louisa A. Ford, aged 87 years. GRAY. – At Bastrop, Louisiana, October 1, 1887, Fred, son of Dr. J. Henry and Mrs. Laura Gray, aged 12 years. BRIGHAM. – At Bastrop, La., October 2, 1887, James, orphan son of G.W. and Mrs. Lizzie Brigham, aged 12 years. MADDEN. – At the family residence in this city, Friday, Oct. 14, 1887, Miss Ella Madden, aged 26 years. MILLING. – Near Monroe, La., October 11, 1887, Warren R., son of Mrs. Fannie Milling, aged 7 years and 3 weeks. McCLENDON. – At the residence of his grandson, Mr. Lem McClendon, in Arcadia, La., on Oct. 10, 1887, “Uncle Frank” McClendon, at the advanced age of 97. The Ouachita Telegraph Saturday, October 22, 1887 Page 3, Column 1 Miss Mary C. Purvis, daughter of Mrs. C.K. Purvis, died at the Ouachita House in this city Tuesday morning in the 26th year of her age. Miss Mary had been an invalid for years, and death, a terror to most people, was no doubt a welcome visitor to her. She was buried Wednesday morning in the old cemetery. The Ouachita Telegraph Saturday, October 22, 1887 Page 3, Column 1 Mrs. Nancy St. Clair Filhiol, relict of the late Jean Batiste Filhiol, died at the family residence at Logtown last Tuesday, full of years and loved and admired by all who knew her for a life well spent. She leaves two sons, Roland M., of this parish, and Hardy H. Filhiol, of Caldwell, and a large number of relatives. Mrs. Filhiol was buried in the Catholic cemetery in this city last Wednesday morning by the side of her departed husband, many friends and relatives following her remains to the grave. The Ouachita Telegraph Saturday, October 22, 1887 Page 3, Column 3 COLUMBIA. A gloom was cast over this entire community on Wednesday of this week by the announcement of the death of Dr. J.E. Wright, which occurred at his home one mile west of town, at 8 o’clock on the morning of that day, the 12th inst. He took sick on Thursday of last week, with flux, and although medical aid was immediately called in, the attack was of a most violent type and nothing could be done to relieve him. For more than thirty years Dr. Wright practiced medicine in this parish, and his reputation as a physician was known far and near, and long will his memory be embalmed in the hearts of this people. The rich and the poor were alike welcome to his services and many a deed of charity has been done by him of which only the recipient himself and his God are cognizant. He leaves a wife and four children, besides a son by a former marriage, Dr. E.L. Wright, who is now attending lectures in Atlanta, Ga., together with numerous friends to mourn his loss. – Watchman. The Ouachita Telegraph Saturday, October 22, 1887 Page 3, Column 4 DIED. SCOTT. – Near Delhi, La., October 7th, 1887, Warren Scott. PRICE. – At Vernon, La., Sunday, Oct. 9, 1887, Maggie May, only daughter of Mark A. and Ida Price, aged 3 years. BAKER. – At his home in Webster parish, Wednesday, Oct. 5, 1887, J.B. Baker, aged 60 years. CUNEY. – At Holly Grove, Franklin parish, Sept. 10, 1887, Marion Ditto Cuney, aged 4 years. BLACKMAN. – Near Homer, La., Thursday, Oct. 6, 1887, Mrs. Elizabeth Blackman, aged 80 years. WILLIAMS. – In Claiborne parish, Oct. 6, 1887, Ned Williams, over 90 years of age. LONGINE. – At Homer, La., Wednesday, Oct. 12, 1887, Jimmie, infant son of Mr. and Mrs. T.J. Longine. ANDREWS. – At the residence of Capt. W.C. Andrew, near Marion, on Friday, October 14, 1887, Miss Ella Andrews in the 21st year of her age. DILLARD. – A Farmersville, La., Monday, October 17, 1887, infant child of Dr. J.S. Dillard. FILHIOL. – At Logtown, La., Tuesday, Oct. 18, 1887, Mrs. Nancy St. Clair Filhiol, relict of the late Jean Batiste Filhiol, one of the oldest residents of Ouachita parish. PURVIS. – At the Ouachita House, in this city, Tuesday, Oct. 18, 1887, of paralysis, Miss Mary C. Purvis, daughter of Mrs. C.K. Purvis, aged 26 years. The Ouachita Telegraph Saturday, October 29, 1887 Page 2, Column 6 JACKSON. A negro man died last week in the second ward who we guess was about the oldest person in the parish. From what he could tell of his early life and from what was known of him by the oldest white citizens of the ward, his age was estimated at not less than 115 years. The Ouachita Telegraph Saturday, October 29, 1887 Page 3, Column 1 DIED. HARDESTY. – Near Rayville, La., Oct. 6, 1887, Joseph Henry Hardesty, aged 12 years. DOBYN. – At Holly Grove, Franklin parish, La., Oct. 21, 1887, Arthur Dobyn, aged 19 years. CORDILL. – At Porto Rico plantation, Franklin parish, Oct. 20, 1887, Mrs. R.K. Cordill, aged 34 years. The Ouachita Telegraph Saturday, November 5, 1887 Page 3, Column 4 DIED. STROUD. – At his home in ward three Caldwell parish, October 22, 1887, F.M. Stroud, aged 66 years. GRIFFIN. – In Franklin parish, Saturday, October 22, 1887, Mrs. Clara Griffin, wife of A.C. Griffin, Esq. THOMPSON. – At Harrisonburg, La., Wednesday, October 26, 1887, infant daughter of District Attorney L.A. Thompson. The Ouachita Telegraph Saturday, November 12, 1887 Page 3, Column 5 DIED. TODD. – In Bastrop, La., October 29, 1887, Annie B., daughter of Mr. and Mrs. R.B. Todd, aged 4 years. The Ouachita Telegraph Saturday, November 19, 1887 Page 3, Column 4 DIED. WALTMAN. – At his residence in Gum Swamp, Morehouse parish, Sunday, November 6, 1887, Dr. W.W. Waltman, aged 26 years. ROBISON. – Near Sibley, Lincoln parish, La., November 2, 1867, Lillie Ollie, infant daughter of J.A. and Mrs. Addie Robison. MOORE. – At Winnsboro, La., November 10, 1887, infant child of Mr. R.H. Moore. MOORE. – At St. Joesph, La., Friday, November 11, 1887, George Moore, an old resident of that place. The Ouachita Telegraph Saturday, November 26, 1887 Page 3, Column 1 Mrs. Susan Trussell, wife of John Tursell, Esq., of Simmsboro, La., and sister-in-law of Mr. J.H. Madden of Simmsboro and Sheriff J.E. McGuire of this city, died at Simmsboro on the 22d inst., of paralysis. The relatives of the deceased lady have the TELEGRAPH’s warmest sympathies in their bereavement. The Ouachita Telegraph Saturday, December 10, 1887 Page 3, Column 1 Mr. W.S. Carney of Morehouse parish died on last Monday at his home in Gum Swamp aged 67 years. He was the grandfather of Master Warren Carney, an attache of this office. The Ouachita Telegraph Saturday, December 24, 1887 Page 3, Column 1 Caldwell Watchman: We extend our deepest sympathy to Judge and Mrs. R.D. Bridger in the loss of their little girl, Luda Floyd aged about five years, which sad event occurred at their home two miles from town, on Monday evening, the 12th inst. The cause which led to the untimely taking away of this little one was a burn received in the morning about nine hours prior to its death, and the occurrence seems to have been purely providential. It seems that several of the children were at play, and had went into a cabin, situated in one corner of the yard, and by some means the clothing of this little one took fire from some coals upon the hearth, and before Mrs. Bridger, who was in the house at the time, could reach it, its clothing were all ablaze and the injuries it received proved fatal in a few short hours. The Judge was in Winnfield at the time holding court, and was sent for immediately, but did not reach home until late Tuesday evening. Little Duby, as she was called, was an exceptionally bright, amiable and pretty child, and her death, though young as she was, will bring many pangs of sorrow to the hearts of her fond parents, brothers and sisters, that God alone can heal. # # #