Obituaries: James L. Machen, 1916, Winn Parish, LA
Submitted by Greggory E. Davies, 120 Ted Price Lane, Winnfield, LA 71483
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From: May 11, 1916 Winnfield Sentinel

Jas. L. Machen Is Called By Death

James L. Machen, one of the honored resident of Winn Parish for many years,
and a Confederate veteran, died April 26, in his 84th year at the home of his
daughter, Mrs. William Postel, who lives near Cypress Creek Church.  Burial
was at Cypress Creek Cemetery.  Mr. Machen was long a member of the Baptist
Church.

James L. Machen was born in Alabama, and came to Louisiana when he was 20
years old.  He located in Winn Parish near Gansville.  He was married in
Alabama to Miss Sarah Connell.  The wife died about five years ago.  Sons
surviving are William, James, Frank, and Elbert.  The latter lives in Milford,
Texas.  Daughters surviving are Mrs. C. C. Carter, Mrs. J. S. Rudd, Mrs. A. M.
Postell, and Mrs. A. C. Cockerham.  The latter also lives in Texas.

Mr. Machen spent his life as a farmer and was widely known over the parish.
His sons and daughters and grandchildren are of the first families of northern
Louisiana.