Caldwell,
Naomi - 1911
The
Jacksboro Gazette
Thursday, November 9, 1911
The little nine-year-old daughter [Naomi Caldwell] of Mr. And Mrs.
Samuel Caldwell of Bryson died Sunday. Funeral held at the Bryson
Methodist church. Interment at Cottonwood cemetery.
[tombstone: 1902 - 1911]
Caldwell,
Norman L. - 1911
Honorable
Norman L. Coleman, of St. Louis, the first Secretary of Agriculture, and
also an ex-governor of Missouri, died 3 October 1911, while on his way
to Plattsburg, Missouri, on a business trip. Mr. Coleman was a veteran
Democrat and came into note under the Cleveland administration. He was
also proprietor and founder of Coleman's Rural World, a farm journal
which has yielded a wide influence among the farmers ever since its
inception.
Dr. Clarence M. Nicholson, brother of Judge Nicholson of Jacksboro, was
a son-in-law of Mr. Coleman, having married his youngest daughter.
The Jacksboro Gazette
Thursday, November 9, 1911
Callaway,
C.T. - 1929
C.T.
Callaway, 74, who has lived four miles north of town for many years died
in Fort Worth 5 October 1929. Funeral conducted by Rev. L.R. Hudson,
pastor of the First Christian church. survived by widow; 2 daughters -
Mrs. Bob Graves, Mrs. Leonard Bright; 2 sons - Charlie and Austin; 1
brother; 4 sisters.
The Jacksboro Gazette
Jacksboro, Texas
Thursday, October 10, 1929
Callaway,
Mary Atkinson - 1929
Mrs.
T.A. Callaway, who had been ill for many months died 27 February 1929 at
her home on College Hill. Her husband, T.A. Callaway, has been dead a
number of years. Surviving: 2 daughters - Mrs Harry Miller of Denison
and Miss Mary Callaway; her adopted daughter, Mrs. F.S. Groner of
Marshall; one son - Gray Callaway of West Texas; several grandchildren.
Mrs. Callaway belonged to one of the old families of Jack County. She
was a member of the Jacksboro First Baptist Church, and was one of the
active members, her husband being one of the deacons in the church.
Jacksboro Gazette
Jacksboro, Texas
Thursday, February 28, 1929
Callaway,
Thomas Anderson - 1919
The
Jacksboro Gazette
Thursday, January 9, 1919
The people of Jacksboro were saddened while not surprised to hear of the
death of T.A. Callaway, when occurred Thursday. Mr. Callaway had not
been in good health for several years.
Funeral conducted by Rev. J.A. Matthews at the family home. Interment at
Oakwood cemetery.
Mr. Callaway had been a citizen of Jack County and Jacksboro for many
years. He was a Baptist and had been made a deacon in that church in his
early manhood. He was a good citizen and a good neighbor and will be
missed by the people who knew him, as well as by his family. He leaves
his wife, 1 son Ð Gray Callaway, 2 daughters Ð Mrs. Harry Miller of
Denison, Miss Mary Callaway and his niece, Mrs. F.S. Groner of Dallas.
Callis,
Evangeline Jones - 1924
The
Jacksboro Gazette
Thursday, February 28, 1924
Mrs. James Callis of the North Creek community died at her home Sunday
night and was buried at Oakwood cemetery, the Rev. E.H. Coburn
officiating. Mrs. Callis was the widow of the late James Callis who was
one of the best known pioneers of the early days of Jack County.
Survived Ð three sons, Porter, Sam and Joe Callis and three daughters.
The Jacksboro Gazette
Thursday, March 13, 1924
Mrs. Evangeline Callis was born in Overton County, Tennessee, 15
February 1848. When an infant her parents, Mr. And Mrs. Jones came to
Texas and settled in Parker county, near Aledo. Here she grew to young
womanhood. On 6 January 1867, she was united in marriage to James R.
Callis. To this union were born seven children, six of whom are living,
the eldest Edward, having died at the age of 21 years. She with her
family resided in Parker County until September 1874 when they moved to
Jack County where she resided till the day of her death. Her husband,
James R. Callis was called home on 5 July 1917, leaving her to walk the
way without his companion. She was called to her reward on 26 February
1924. Funeral conducted by Rev. Elbert H. Coburn, pastor of the
Methodist church. Her body was laid to rest in Oakwood cemetery at
Jacksboro, to await its summons on the last day.
Mrs. Callis was converted at the age of 15 and united with the Methodist
Episcopal Church, South of which church she remained a faithful member
until death called her home. Her life was not one of public activity but
was given to the duties of a quieter nature in the home, seeking to rear
her family in those ideals that are worth while. Her children rise up
today to call her blessed, as they see as never before what her life has
meant to them. She rests in peace, her labors ended, her works follow
her. Some sweet day we will see here face again Ð till then, goodbye.
Callis,
James R. - 1917
The
Jacksboro Gazette
Jacksboro, Jack County, Texas
Thursday, July 5, 1917
James R. Callis, who was in the sanitarium at Fort Worth for an
operation died Thursday [5 July 1917] and his remains were brought in on
the Rock Island train.
He was buried in Oakwood cemetery. Mr. Callis had resided in Jack County
from its early settlement and was well known and had many friend. He was
an old Confederate and a good citizen.
[born 12 October 1846]
Callis,
Joe - 1923
The
Jacksboro Gazette
Thursday, May 3, 1923
Joe Callis Dead
Joe Callis, a brother of the late James Callis of Jack County, died in a
hospital in Dallas last week and the remains were brought to Jacksboro
for burial.
Callis,
Joe, Mrs. - 1929
Mrs.
Joe S. Callis, died at Jacksboro late Saturday, at the home of her
father, J.B. Downing. Funeral was conducted at the Methodist Church by
the pastor, Rev. Garrett. Her home was near Burton Springs, where the
family had lived for many years. She is survived by her husband, J.S.
Callis, one son, Hubert; her father, J.B. Downing, and several brothers
and sisters.
Jacksboro Gazette
Jacksboro, Texas
Thursday, January 17, 1929
Calvert,
E.D., Mrs. - 1897
Mrs.
E.D. Calvert of Senate died last night [20 January 1897].
The Jacksboro Gazette
Jacksboro, Jack County
Thursday, January 21, 1897
Calvert,
E.W., Mrs - 1929
Mrs.
E.W. Calvert of Brownwood died at her home 24 December 1928. Her husband
was reared in Jacksboro and is a brother of Mrs. J.W. Hines, E.J. and
Basil Calvert of Jacksboro.
Jacksboro Gazette
Jacksboro, Texas
Thursday, January 10, 1929
Calvert,
J.H., Mrs. - 1923
The
Jacksboro Gazette
Thursday, March 15, 1923
Mrs. J.H. Calvert , 82 years, died at her home in the west part of
Jacksboro Thursday and was buried at Oakwood cemetery.
Survived by several sons and daughters.
Calvert,
J.H., Mrs. - 1930
The
remains of Mrs. J.H. Calvert were returned to Jacksboro for burial,
funeral services to be held at the Baptist church Friday and the
interment will be in Oakwood cemetery. Mrs. Calvert was reared in
Jacksboro but was living in Roaring Springs at the time of her death.
She is survived by her husband, a small son and several brothers and
sisters.
Jacksboro Gazette
Jacksboro, Texas
Thursday, February 6, 1930
Campsey,
Lorena - 1904
Lorena
Campsey, 2 years, died at Post Oak this past week.
Jacksboro Gazette
Jacksboro, Texas
Thursday, March 3, 1904
Cannon,
W.P., Mrs. - 1929
Mrs.
W.P. Cannon, 68, died last Wednesday, 13 March 1929 at the home of her
daughter, Mrs. W.F. Middleton. Funeral held at Poolville conducted by
Rev. C.B. Garrett, pastor of the Methodist church of which she was a
member, and Rev. D.M. Denison, Joplin Baptist pastor.
Survived: 3 sons - T.M. Cannon of Clarendon; T.L. Cannon of Goree; R.M.
Cannon of Floydada; a daughter - Mrs. W.F. Middleton of Jacksboro; a
sister - Mrs. Wilson of Fort Worth.
Jacksboro Gazette
Jacksboro, Texas
Thursday, March 21, 1929
Cappleman,
Mrs. - 1902
The
Jacksboro Gazette
Thursday, February 27, 1902
Truce Items
Mrs. Cappleman died 14 February 1902. We only long for the happiness she
his sharing in yonder world.
Carmack,
Lola May - 1902
1902
Lola May, 11 months, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Carmack, near Cundiff,
died Sunday from being badly burned. She found a match on the floor and
struck it setting her clothes on fire, and before her mother could put
out the fire she was so badly burned recovery was impossible.
Carnes,
Mrs. - 1898
The
Jacksboro Gazette
Thursday, April 11, 1898
In Memoriam
Sister Carnes, who was ever a diligent and ready worker in our church,
departed this life to meet her Savior, Saturday, April 9th, 1898. We
know that she will receive a crown for the good deeds she had done while
on earth, being always ready to help in whatever the church undertook to
do.
We extend our sincerest sympathy to the bereaved husband and may he look
to the Savior who knows what is best and who will always be his friend
in time of trouble.
Hattie Callahan
For Epworth League
Committee
Carney,
J.R. - 1912
The
Jacksboro Gazette
Thursday, December 5, 1912
J.R. Carney died at the home of his son, Wilfred Carney in the Rockland
community, 28 November 1912. Mr. Carney had been in declining health for
a number of years and this with his age was the cause of his death,
which was not unexpected to the many who knew him.
Mr. Carney had survived the majority of the men whom he numbered among
his friends and acquaintances, in Jacksboro and Jack County in the early
1880s. His remains were brought to Jacksboro for interment which took
place in Oakwood cemetery. Mrs. [Ruby] Carney, who had died a number of
years ago[1905] had been buried in this cemetery.
J.R. Carney, an old and leading citizen of Jack County, died at the home
of his son, Wilfred Carney, about seven miles west of Jacksboro and
interred at Oakwood. Though the weather was inclement quite a large
company of his friends, both from the country and town followed the
remains to their final resting place.
Mr. Carney was born 81 years ago in Rutherford County, Tennessee. Born
in the later pioneer days of Tennessee and spending his boyhood days in
west Tennessee, when it was settling up, and coming to west Texas in the
1870s, it can be really be said that he was a pioneer of both States. He
was a self made man in every respect; and, while his days at school were
very limited he was well read and his information varied and accurate,
especially as to the history of Tennessee and Texas and the United
States. He was a positive
man and firm in his principles and was a recognized leader in his
community. No one was ever at a loss to know how stood J.R. Carney on
any question. He made his own pronouncements fearlessly; others could
feel the public pulse and be led. But not so with him. He was a man of
conviction.
He often boasted of two things. One was that he had been a subscriber to
the Commercial Appeal of Memphis, Tennessee, from its origin and the
other, that he had never cast any other than a Democratic vote.
Carney,
Ruby - 1905
Little
Ruby Carney, 1 year, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Wildred Carney of Pleasant
Grove, died of congestion 24 December 1904. The parents have the
sympathy of many friends in their bereavement.
Jacksboro Gazette
Jacksboro, Texas
Thursday, January 5, 1905
Carpenter,
R.L. - 1919
The
Jacksboro Gazette
Thursday, May 1, 1919
R.L. Carpenter, who committed suicide last Thursday was buried at
Jacksboro with the service conducted by Rev. J.A. Matthews.
Mr. Carpenter had been ill for several months as a result of a severe
attack of influenza which affected his mind. Survived: wife; 1 son Ð
Rector Carpenter; his mother Ð Mrs. W.A. Shown.
Carroll,
Mary S. - 1907
Jacksboro
Gazette
April 4 1907
Deaths
Mary S. Carroll, Bryson, 48 years
[no other obituary]
Carson,
W.B., Mrs. - 1884
The
Rural Citizen
Thursday, February 14, 1884
Mrs. Carson who has been so long sick died last week at her father's in
Parker county. She had been improving but suddenly took a turn for the
worst. Her husband, W.B. Carson, a worthy carpenter of Jacksboro should
have the sympathy of all.
The Rural Citizen
Thursday, February 21, 1884
In memory of Mrs. W.B. Carson
The many friends of Mrs. W.B. Carson will regret to learn of her death.
At her fathers house near Denton on 8 February 1884, she found relief,
joy, rest and peace. But not so with her father, mother, brothers,
sisters, husband and children. Her husband is now alone with three
little children.
Pilot Point, 10 February 1884
Chapman,Mr.
- 1860
Killing
of Chapman at Burton Spring During 1860, Chapman was on a deer stand
near Burton Spring in Jack County, alone, waiting for a deer. But the
Indians came instead and murdered young Chapman before he could escape.
He was buried by the side of the road leading to the Burton Ranch about
one and a half miles from the place he was killed.
Note:-Before writing this section. the author interviewed A. M. Lasater,
James Wood, Joe Fowler, B. L. Ham, and one or two others, who were
living in Jack County when Chapman was killed,
The following story is from the book:
The West Texas Frontier or a Descriptive History of Early Times in
Western Texas
Volume 2
by Joseph Carroll McConnell
Chase,
Elizabeth - 1888
The
Jacksboro Gazette
Thursday, May 10, 1888
Mrs. Elizabeth Chase died at her residence on South Main Street in
Jacksboro, Texas, 8 May 1888, at the age of 69 years and two days.
Deceased was born in Alsace, France, and came to America, with her
parents, when a small child, the family settling in Buffalo, New York,
where the only brother of the deceased now resides, and where in 1855,
she was married to Mr. B.F. Chase.
The family removed to Jacksboro in 1868.
Of her seven children, only two survive her, B.F. Chase, Jr. and Emma
M., wife of James R. Robinson, both of whom reside in Jacksboro.
A gradual decline in health had been observed for more than a year,
nothing of an alarm nature occurred until the 2nd instant, when she was
stricken with partial paralysis and it was at once seen that she must
soon pay the debt due by all. She passed away without pang or struggle,
as one who Òlies down to pleasant dreams.Ó Death claimed and took with
gentle hands.
Deceased was reared, and continued a Presbyterian until 1875, when she
joined the body of Christians worshiping at Jacksboro.
Cherryhomes,
Narissa - 1910
The
Jacksboro Gazette
Thursday, May 12, 1910
Mrs. Narissa Cherryhomes, mother of Tom Cherryhomes, Mrs. T.M. Berry and
Mrs. Flowers died at the home of her son, John Cherryhomes of Lawton,
Oklahoma, Saturday. Her remains were brought back to Jacksboro and the
funeral was held at the home of Mr.and Mrs. M.T. Berry. Interment in
Oakwood cemetery.
Mrs. Flowers was absent being at Dorras, Texas, where she went to spend
the summer. Mr. And Mrs. John Cherryhomes of Oklahoma, Mr. And Mrs. Tom
Cherrryhomes and daughter, Miss Bertha, Mr. And Mrs. Roy Cherryhomes of
Stewarton, Dr. and Mrs. G.W. Yeakley of Bowie came to attend the
funeral.
Chester,
Jack - 1930
Jack
Chester died at his home in the Wesley Chapel community 14 June 1930. He
was buried in the Wesley Chapel cemetery.
He was born 1 May 1856 in Hopkins county, but came to Jack County many
years ago and located in Wesley Chapel community. He was truly a pioneer
citizen and was active in all the community interests, and will be
missed not only by his family but by all his neighbors and friends.
Survived: widow, Mrs. Lila Chester, one son - G.C. Chester of Wesley
Chapel; two daughters - Mrs. T.O. Glazner of Jacksboro, Mrs. C.E. Wade
of Milsap; 9 grand.
Jacksboro Gazette
Jacksboro, Texas
Thursday, June 19, 1930
Chief
Big Tree - 1930
The
Jacksboro Gazette
Jacksboro, TX
Thursday, January 23, 1930
Chief Big Tree Dies at Anadarko
The following article from the Daily Oklahoman, regarding the death of
Chief Big Tree, one of the first Indians to be tried in civil courts is
reprinted herewith.
The death of Chief Big Tree on November 13 marked the passing of the
last of the old Indian warriors, and recalls one of the most thrilling
incidents in Indian
history of western Oklahoma.
Having been made a war chief of the Kiowa tribe while a young man, Big
Tree participated in many plundering expeditions
and massacres before the warlike tribes of the plains were
finally suppressed and induced to live peaceably on reservations. For
his part as one of the leaders in the capture of a government wagon
train near Fort Richardson, Texas, in which the train master, and six
teamsters were killed. Big Tree was arrested together with Satanta and
Satank, two of the most merciless war chiefs in the entire Indian
country. Satank was shot by soldiers who were escorting the prisoners in
Texas when he attacked them with a large knife. Satanta and Big Tree
were convicted in Texas courts and sentenced to be hung, which was later
committed to life imprisonment.
In November, 1871, however, President Grant presented their case to the
Texas governor who released them on parole in 1873. Satanta broke his
parole and was returned to the penitentiary where he committed suicide.
Since Big Tree was only a young man, it was believed that he could be
saved by keeping him busy in worthwhile peaceful duties. He was put in
charge of the supply train from Wichita and other Kansas points to the
Indian agency, which is now located at Anadarko, and never broke his
parole. Later he was a leader in asking for a missionary to his people
and assisted in the establishment of the first mission, now known as
Rainy Mountain Indian mission. Big Tree became a member of the church in
1897 and for the past 30 years has been a deacon. He remained an active
leader in his tribe until a few years ago when age and ill health
prevented active participation in tribal business.
Big Tree was buried in the Rainy Mountain cemetery near his home. He is
survived by two daughters, Mrs. Alma Ahote and Mrs. Marietta Haag, who
live in the Rainy Mountain community, about three miles southwest of
Mountain View in Kiowa County. Unlike most of the older Indians, Big
Tree was married only once. His wife died about ten years ago.
The historical events in which Big Tree played a part make an
interesting narrative as told by G.W. Conver of Anadarko, who has lived
in the Indian country more than 60 years. As a soldier he was sent here
in 1876 and was in charge of the commissary at Fort Sill during much of
the Indian warfare.
'Early in the year of 1871,' Conover says, 'the Kiowas held their big
medicinedance. It was their custom at the close of the dance for them to
decide their course for the summer Ñ whether for peace or war, which
was almost always for plundering expeditions down into Texas or Mexico.
'This was a good time when the grass was good and their ponies were in
good condition and when the broad prairies afforded ample food for both
man and beasts, for there
was plenty of game and wild game. 'Early in the summer, Satanta, Satank,
and Big Tree with a considerable band of warriors went into Texas and
not far from Fort Richardson captured a government train and killed the
train master and six of the teamsters, and it was reported that they
tied the train master to a wagon wheel and burned him.
'According to Satanta, Eagle heart, Big Bow and East Bear were with the
expedition. 'At this time General Sherman was out west visiting all the
military posts, and he came along south after this tragedy, on his way
to Fort Sill. It was the custom with the Indians when they made a raid
of this kind to come into their camps by the time of the issuing of
rations, which was every
two weeks, and tell and boast of what they had done.
'When Sherman reached Fort Sill he made inquiry as to what Indians had
been off the reservation, and who committed this depredation. Laurie
Tatum, the Quaker Indian agent, thought he could find out. He and
General Sherman and Colonel Grierson, commandant of Fort Sill, decided
that morning to visit the Indian school and left word with one of the
Indians came in during their absence, which they probably
would do to close the commissary, and let them know at once.
'Very soon after, the did come in and camped with women and children and
dogs, about 30 yards from the commissary.
'They had already heard that the big war chief from Washington was here
and they wanted to see him and see how they could measure up with him.
Very soon they had the opportunity but Satanta got a very cool reception
from Gen. Sherman. Sherman was walking back
and forth upon the porch of the commissary with his hands behind
him in meditative attitude when Satanta with Horace P. Jones, the post
interpreter, approached, and Jones introduced Satanta, but the general
paid but
scant attention , did not offer to shake hands but merely remarked,
'Yes, I have heard of him,' and continued his meditative walk. The
Indian were anxious to hold a council, and when they got together in the
commissary council room an inquiry was made concerning the raid in
Texas, and the murder of the teamsters, Satanta arose and said, 'Yes, I
led the raid, I have made many requests to you, but you do not listen to
my talk and you refuse to grant me what I ask. The
white people are reparing [sic] to build a railroad throughout the
country, which will not be allowed. Some years ago they
took us by the hair of the head and placed us here near the Texas
people, where we have to fight them. More recently I was arrested by the
soldiers and kept in prison several days, but that is played out now. I
want you to remember that no more Kiowas are to be arrested. On account
of these wrongs, a short time ago I took about 100 of my warriors to
Texas, whom I wished to teach how to fight. I also took Satank, Eagle
Heart, Big Bow, Big Tree and Fast Bear. We found a mule train which we
captured, and killed seven men, and three of our men were killed, but we
are willing to call it even. It is all over now, and it is not necessary
to say much about it. We don't expect to do any raiding around here this
summer, but we expect to rain on Texas. If any other Indians claim the
honor of leading that raid they are lying. I led it myself.' When he
ended his speech, Eagle Heart, Big Tree and Satank, who were present
sanctioned what he said.
Big Tree and Satanta later were taken to Jacksboro, Texas, and tried for
murder, found guilty and sentenced to be hanged on the first day of
September, 1871. Their sentence was later commuted to life imprisonment
and after several years of confinement in the Texas penitentiary they
were paroled upon good
behavior. But later Satanta violated his parole and was sent back to the
penitentiary, where one day in despair he committed suicide by jumping
from the second story of his prison to the pavement below.
Big Tree was the last of all the old warriors. For years he had been a
peaceable citizen and manifested some excellent qualities in his latter
days. He was a leading member of the Baptist Church at Elk Creek and
held a creditable place in the esteem of his people.'
An amusing incident occurred in connection with the organization of the
mission of which Big Tree was one of the first members. A barrel of
clothing from the east was distribute [sic] among the Indians a week
before the founding of the church. So Sunday morning Big Tree appeared
for the organization of the mission all dressed up in a stove pipe hat,
a Prince Albert coat and Indian breeches
made of sheeting.
According to the records at the Kiowa Agency, Big Tree was 49 years old
at the allotment in 1900, which would make his age at the time of his
death 78 or 79 years. His Indian name was Ahdoete, which means 'big
tree' in the Kiowa dialect.
How merciless Big Tree and his band of warriors were upon their frequent
raids, is shown by an incident occasionally related by Big Tree. While
leading a plundering expedition into Texas, a sparsely populated
settlement was attacked and the men were slaughtered. A young mother
with a small baby in her arms was pleading for her child's life. Big
Tree rode up, grabbed the infant by one leg, tore it from the mother's
arms and hurled it into a tree. But Big Tree did not tell of the
atrocity in a boasting way, always using it as an example of the power
of God to forgive. ÒGod has forgiven me - and I did that hideous
thing,' he would conclude and his face would light up with a kindly
smile of satisfaction, the sincerity of which could hardly be doubted.
Satank's son, Frank Givens (Aukount), a Kiowa medicine man living near
Carnegie, is the only direct male descendant of the old Indian war
chiefs of the Kiowa tribe. Givens is about 60 years old and is said to
greatly resemble his warlike father.
Chinoweth/Chenoweth,
John - 1917
The
Jacksboro Gazette
Jacksboro, Jack County, Texas
Thursday, March 29, 1917
Mr. [John] Chinoweth[Chenoweth] was born in Camden County, Mo., 20 May
1876. He departed this life the 22 March 1917 and was laid to rest in
the old Trinity graveyard [West Fork cemetery] near his home.
In the passing of Mr. Chinoweth[Chenoweth] we have an example of where
the hale and hardy and comparatively young are taken quickly. Some eight
days before death he was taken with la grippe and about 30 hours before
the last trouble developed into pneumonia from which he died. This was
the second time in life that he had a physician called for his benefit.
At the tender age of eight years, Mr. Chinnoweth[Chenoweth] was left
fatherless. Two years later, the mother with the son and a daughter
emigrated to Texas and a few years from this time the little family
purchased a farm in the Live Oak school district which has since been
their home. The mother[Lila Chenoweth, died 23 March 1915 at the age of
77 years] preceded the son to the grave beyond precisely two years to a
day.
Ten years ago last September, Mr. Chinoweth was married to Miss Agnes
Cass[Smith shows Cast]. To this union seven children were born, four of
whom still survive.
While Mr. Chineoweth[Chenoweth] has not affiliated with any church for
the last few years he was a Baptist in religious faith. He leaves his
wife, three sons [George William, 2 years, Albert Houston, 9 years, and a daughter [Margaret Elizabeth, 4 years]; one sister Ð
Mrs. Bell Lowe. Andy Sortar of Cundiff is an uncle of the deceased. [he
and his wife, Mary M., will die 19 Sept. 1923].
It is not enough to say to the bereaved family that they have the
sympathy of many friends. Let us show our sympathy by our works. The
widow and the orphans need our care. [no stone was located in the West
Fork cemetery]
Chisholm,
Tob -1910
The
Jacksboro Gazette
Thursday, December 22, 1910
Last Thursday Tob Chisholm died. He had been ill for a long time and at
times his mind seemed unbalanced owing to his health. Mrs. Chisholm's
brother, Sherman Phipps had come from Oklahoma to take Mr. Chisholm and
family home with him, and just before they were ready to start before
they were ready to start Mrs. Chisholm went into her brother's on an
errand and was called home to find that her husband was dead. He was
buried in Oakwood cemetery. He leaves a wife and three children.
Chowning,
Mart - 1896
Mr.
Mart Chowning was taken suddenly ill while visiting his brother W.A.
Chowning of this place, which resulted in death the 5th inst.
Jacksboro Gazette
February 13, 1896
Jacksboro, Jack, Texas
Christian,
G.R. - 1909
Jacksboro
Gazette
Jacksboro, Texas
Thursday, January 14, 1909
G.R. Christian, died at the home of his son, Paul Christian, at Antelope
last Thursday. Mr. Christian was an old citizen of Jack County, and
years ago he was Jack County commissioner, and was always found worthy
of the confidence reposed in him by his fellow citizens.
Claflin,
Robert - 1889
Robert
Claflin Killed by His Horse Falling on Him
Last Friday a very sad accident occurred on the Weatherford road about
nine miles southeast of Jacksboro.
Mr. A.F. Claflin and family were moving overland from Fort Worth to
Seymour, and Robert Claflin, is son, 10 years old, was on horseback
driving some cows after the wagons. In attempting to cross a gully his
horse stumbled and fell on him. As the horse got up the boy's foot hung
in the stirrup and frightened the horse which ran around in a circle a
few rods before he could be stopped. Little Robert lived only about 15
minutes.
The accident occurred in the presence of Mr. And Mrs. Claflin and three
children, also W.H. Brummett who was only a short distance away. Mr.
Brummett brought the corpse to town in his carriage and it was interred
in Oakwood cemetery Saturday.
Mr. Claflin came from Michigan to Fort Worth about the first of the year
to work for a Michigan company, on a salary, but he was so well pleasant
with the country and people, he said he would rather buy the cheap land
and work for himself than on a salary.
The Jacksboro Gazette
Thursday, July 20, 1889
Clark,
Fannie Echols - 1907
Jacksboro
Gazette April 11 1907
Mrs. Leigh Clark was well known in Jacksboro previous to her marriage as
Miss Fannie Echols, and, although a number of years has elapsed since
she resided here, she still had many friends in town and Jack county, as
she was very popular as a lady and also as a teacher, and all will
regret her death. _The death yesterday morning [1 April 1907] of Mrs.
Fannie Clark, wife of Judge Leigh Clark, at her home on North El Paso
street, was a severe shock to the many friends of that most estimable
lady.
In January Mrs. Clark was taken to Hotel Dieu to be operated on for
cancer. She stood the operation bravely and had so far recovered that
several weeks ago she was taken back to her home at 615 North El Paso
street, where she received the careful attention the best medical skill
and trained nurses could give. But the cancer continued its ravages and
yesterday morning the end came.
The deceased was a most charming and captivating woman, possessed of a
bright mind, a lovable disposition and a sweet and tender graciousness
that endeared her to her friends.
Mrs. Clark's maiden name was Fannie Echols and she was born at
Adairsville, Georgia, 43 years ago. Her family came to Texas in the
early 1880s and located at Jacksboro, but late moved to Childress,
Texas, where Mrs. Clark's mother now resided. Mrs. Clark came to El Paso
in 1886 to teach in the public schools of El Paso, and in 1890 was
married to Judge Leigh Clark, who with their daughter, Frances, 16 years
of age, survived the wife and mother.
With Miss Mary Stanton, Mrs. Clark was really the founder of the El Paso
public library, since those two opened and maintained by their efforts a
library in the Sheldon block before that building was converted into a
hotel.
Clark, Pawnee - 1912
Mrs. Pawnee Clark departed this life 24 January 1911, for a happy home
above where there is no sorrow, pain or death. She was the beloved
daughter of J.[James] A. and Mary E. McCoy, and was born 3 November
1891. She was married to T.E. Clark on 3 April 1910. She leaves a kind
and loving husband, a precious babe, a loving father, three brothers,
two sisters and a host of relatives. [buried in Winn Hill cemetery -
Pawnee C. McCoy - 8 November 1891 - 24 January 1911, her parents are
buried in the same cemetery]
The Jacksboro Gazette
Thursday, January 11, 1912
Clayton,
C.P., Rev. - 1902
The
Jacksboro Gazette
Thursday, December 4, 1902
Resolutions of Respect
Our beloved brother and chaplain Rev. C.P. Clayton who was made a Mason
in the state of Alabama in 1852 and died an honorary member of Mt. Hecla
Lodge No. 701 A.F & A.M. 28 September 1902.
Ben L. McCloud, S.D. Cook, C.M. Sampley Ð Com.
Clayton,
Mr. - 1902
The
Jacksboro Gazette
Thursday, October 2, 1902
Bryson News
John Nichols, who died of lung trouble and Mr. Clayton, an old pioneer
died Sunday. He was buried by the Masons, of which order he was an
honored member for many years. Among those at the burial were Messrs.
Hackley, Dowell, Leeman of Jacksboro and Judge Aikin, Joe McLearin of
Graham.
Clayton,
Nancy J. - 1907
Jacksboro
Gazette
July 25 1907
Deaths
Nancy J. Clayton, 82 years, 6 months
[no other obituary]
Clendennon,
Edward - 1893
The
Jacksboro Gazette
Thursday, November 30, 1893
Edward Clendennon died at his home, near Long Hollow, yesterday, of slow
fever, after an illness of three weeks. He was 22 years old.
Clingman,
Son of W.H. - 1884
The
Rural Citizen
Jacksboro, Jack county, Texas
Thursday, May 15, 1884
Last Friday, a son of W.H. Clingman, 7 or 8, was accidentally shot and
killed by another boy about 7 years of age. The sad tragedy occurred at
one of Mr. Clingman's neighbor's. The pistol had been left on a bureau
from which the little boy got it. So much for such life preservers where
life is safer without them.
Coats,
Jeff - 1929
Jeff
Coats, of Menard, formerly of Jacksboro, died Wednesday from a car wreck
on the Antelope highway.
Mr. Coats had been visiting his sister, Mrs. E.A. Rogers in Archer City
and was coming to Jacksboro to see his little daughter, enroute to his
home at Menard.
Funeral services will take place at Oakwood cemetery.
Survived: widow of Menard; 1 son - Jeff, Jr. of Jacksboro; daughter -
Wanda of Jacksboro; mother - Mrs. J.A. Coats of Fort Sumner, NM; 6
brothers - Will of Murchison, Ira of Jermyn, Sid of Childress, Charley
of Fort Worth, Kit of Iowa Park, Ocie of Menard; 2 sisters - Mrs. E.A.
Rogers of Archer City, Mrs. J.C. Rainey of AZ.
The Jacksboro Gazette
Jacksboro, Texas
Thursday, December 12, 1929
Cole,
Mr. - 1912
The
Jacksboro Gazette
Thursday, December 5, 1912
Mr. Cole died 29 November 1912 at Cundiff.
Collins,
N.C., Mrs. - 1902
The
Jacksboro Gazette
Thursday, January 16, 1902
Rockland News
Mrs. N.C. Collins passed over to the silent majority 7 January 1902 and
was laid to rest in Wesley Chapel cemetery with Rev. Higgins
officiating. Mrs. Collins was a consistent member of the Primitive
Baptist Church, and waited patiently through all her sufferings for the
Master's Call to enter the city not made with hands. She leaves husband
and five daughters and a number of grandchildren.
Colwell,
Fannie E. Reed - 1912
The
Jacksboro Gazette
Thursday, June 13, 1912
On 23 May 1912, Mrs. Fannie E. Colwell passed from this earth to one of
endless and immortal world. She was the former Miss Fannie E. Reed, and
was born at Buffalo, Leon County, 28 August 1858, where she spent her
childhood days and was reared to womanhood. She was married at Buffalo,
Leon County 20 December 1881 to W.P. Colwell, with whom she lived
happily for about 30 years. On
15 November 1900, they moved to Jack County at Groveland, where she
resided until the death angel called her away.
As a daughter she was always willing to perform her duties in the home
where she was carefully reared and after her marriage she was always
found supporting her husband with affectionate love. She was the mother
of two daughters and five sons, all living: they are Berta, Lilly, John,
Tom,
Mart, Will and Lee.
She was a devoted member of the Methodist church since her girlhood, and
always looked on the bright side of all questions.J.F. Kilpatrick
Colwell,
Howard - 1929
The
remains of Howard Colwell, who was killed in Fort Worth, 11 October 1929
were returned to his home at Jermyn for burial. Funeral conducted by
Rev. J.W. Sampley. Survived by: widow; his parents - Mr. and Mrs. C.M.
Colwell of Jermyn; 2 brothers, 2 sisters.
Fort Worth newspapers indicate his death as a result of a difficulty
with a fellow employee, Arthur Lee Lane, 16 years old. Both men were
employed by A. Brandt, owner of an upholstering plant at Fort Worth.
The Jacksboro Gazette
Jacksboro, Texas
Thursday, October 17, 1929
Colwell,
John W. - 1906
The
Jacksboro Gazette
Jacksboro, Texas
Thursday, November 29, 1906
John W. Colwell died on 11 November 1906 in Jack county at the age of 41
years.
Compton,
D. Alonzo - 1910
The
Jacksboro Gazette
Thursday, July 7, 1910
Vineyard, July 3 Ð Alonzo Compton, 16, was killed in a baseball game
here 2 July 1910. The Vineyard and Sebree teams were playing and in the
fifth inning young Compton went to bat. He struck a foul and the ball,
glancing, struck him on the temple. The blow was not severe to know him
down, although Compton quit the game and sat down and watched until it
was finished. He then started to his home, about two and a half miles
distant, in company with three or four of his companions. On his way he
was seized with nausea and gradually lapsed into unconsciousness, from
which a physician who was hastily called could not arouse him. Within an
hour, he was seized.
He was the son of Mr. And Mrs. E.B.Compton, old settlers.
Comstock,
M.H. - 1885
The
Rural Citizen
Jacksboro, Jack county, Texas
Thursday, October 29, 1885
Horrible Murder Near Chico, Wise County
Thomas Comstock, a boy 19 years old murders his aged father, without any
warning or provocation shoots him four times.
Yesterday morning as the sun was rising, M.H. Comstock, an old man of
some 50 years of age, was murdered by his own son, Tom Comstock, a boy
19 years old. The family had just finished breakfast and were gathering
around the fire in their cabin home, when in come young Comstock, and
take seat on a trunk, in one corner of the room. The old man rose in a
few minutes to go into another room, when Tom got up from his position
and with a Colt 45 pistol (which he had taken from the trunk) stepped up
behind his father and shot him four times in the back, one shot taking
effect in the back of the neck, one passing through the heart and the
other two striking the trunk of the body. Immediately after the
patricide the wretch caught his horse, and without saddle or bridle
jumped on the pony's bare back and fled. Information of the killing was
sent to L.J. Peters, constable at Chico, who in company with J.T.
Stanfield, Constable of precinct No. 7 Wise county, set out in pursuit
of the slayer. The shooting took place about three miles west of Chico,
Wise County on the Jacksboro and Hogeye Road. He came into Jacksboro
after dark, but the news of the murder had proceeded him, and he was at
once placed under arrest. A pistol being found on his person he was
fined before Justice Moore $25 and costs for carrying concealed weapons.
Officers Peters and Stanfield came yesterday evening after the prisoner
and will carry him back to Wise County today.
Connor,
James - 1929
James
Connor, who had been ill several weeks, died early 21 February 1929 at
the home of his son, Lee Connor of the Westbrook community. Funeral
services were held at Boonville, 22 February 1929.
Jacksboro Gazette
Jacksboro, Texas
Thursday, February 28, 1929
Connor,
Mrs. - 1908
Mrs.
Connor died at her home on Los Creek, Monday night, 16 February 1908.
She was the only daughter of Mr. and Mrs. L.C. Martin, and her husband
and parents have the sympathy of many friends in their sorrow.
Jacksboro Gazette
Jacksboro, Texas
Thursday, February 20, 1908
Cook,
John - 1889
John
Cook
Bryson News
On last Saturday, John Cook, an old resident of this part of the
country, passed quietly out from the rough and rugged walks of men into
the more peaceful walks of the great beyond. He was confined to his bed
with a cancer for 15 months.
The Jacksboro Gazette
Thursday, July 20, 1889
Cook,
W.J., Mrs. - 1884
The
Rural Citizen
Thursday, January 31, 1884
Mrs. W.J. Cook died of pneumonia at her residence a few miles from town
last week.
Cooper,
Anna Belle - 1900
The
Jacksboro Gazette
Jacksboro, Texas
Thursday, January 4, 1900
Anna Belle, infant daughter of Mr. And Mrs. Alpha Cooper died 3 January
1900. The funeral took place at the residence on Graham street.
The sorrowing parents have the sympathy of their friends.
Cooper,
C.W., Mrs. - 1896
The
Jacksboro Gazette
January 16 1896
DIED
Mrs. C.W. Cooper died Tuesday morning at 3 o'clock, after an illness of
about two years, and was buried in Oakwood cemetery Tuesday evening.
Mrs. Cooper was born in Ohio 69 years ago, and her family afterward
moved to Indiana, where she was married to Mr. Cooper. In 1855 Mr.
Cooper with his family moved to Parker county, Texas, and in 1856 he
moved to Jack county where the family has since resided. Mrs. Cooper was
one of the first brave pioneer women of Jack county, who lived here
during those days which tried the souls of even the bravest of men, when
Indians roamed over the country undaunted and every life was in danger,
and it was no uncommon occurrence for entire families to be murdered.
She leaves a husband, a large number of children, grandchildren and
relatives to mourn her death, but they have the satisfaction of knowing
that she had no fear of the future and peacefully passed over the river.
Cooper,
Stanley, Mrs. - 1899
Mrs.
Stanley Cooper died Monday from typhoid fever after an illness of
several weeks.
Mrs. Cooper had lived in Jacksboro since 1859 and had many friends,
besides a large number of relatives. She was 56 years of age and leaves
her husband and three sons who have the sincere sympathy of the entire
town in their sorrow.
She was buried Tuesday in Oakwood cemetery in the presence of sorrowing
friends.
The funeral services were conducted by Rev. V.Y. Wood and the
pallbearers were among the oldest citizens in the county, being Messrs.
N. Atkinson, E. Johnson, W.C. Kutch, John Hensley, D.S. Aynes, and J.N.
Rogers.
The Jacksboro Gazette
Thursday, April 13, 1899
Cooper,
W.N. - 1899
W.N.
Cooper
Resolutions of Respect
By the Baptist church at Post Oak, Texas.
It has pleased Almighty God to remove from our midst by death our worthy
brother, W.N. Cooper, who was 77 years old at the time of his death, and
had been a member of the Baptist church for 55 years, therefore be it.
We extend to the bereaved wife and family our heartfelt sympathy in this
their hour of grief.
By order of the church 15 April 1899.
J.G. Marshall, R.R. Smart, J.V. Roland Ð Comm.
The Jacksboro Gazette
Thursday, December 21, 1899
Coppins,
Son of Edward - 1893
The
Jacksboro Gazette
Thursday, August 17, 1893
We notice in the Dallas News of 10 August 1893, that Edward Coppins, a
former resident and merchant of Jacksboro, had his little boy
accidentally killed by the discharge of a gun, at Baird, where he has
resided for some years. This child is about 11 years of age.
Cornelius,
J.C., Dr. - 1895
The
Jacksboro Gazette
July 18 1895
Dr. J.C. Cornelius One of Jacksboro's oldest and most respected citizens
dead after a short illness. On Tuesday morning Dr. J.C. Cornelius was
struck with appoplexy at J.W. Aynes' store. He was carried to Dr.
Robinson's drug store where he received the best medical attention.
"About five o'clock he was removed to his home, and yesteday it was
thought he was improving with some hope for recovery. This morning,
however, at five o'clock he was taken worse and continued to sink until
one o'clock today when he died.
Dr. Cornelius was an old and highly respected citizen and christian
gentleman whose influence will be missed by all, and his numerous
friends, not only in the county but over Northwest Texas, will regret to
hear of his sudden death.
His family has the sincere sympathy of all who knew him in life.
Cornelius,
Jimmie - 1898
The
Jacksboro Gazette
Thursday, March 31, 1898
In Memory of
Jimmie Cornelius whose young life passed away the 20th day of March. He
was beleoved by friends and school mates, being generous and forgiving,
even the friend and champion of the small.
Sleep in the hearts of parents, brothers, sisters and friends, your
memory shall live forever.
A Friend
Veto, Texas
Counts,
May - 1910
The
Jacksboro Gazette
Thursday, December 22, 1910
After a lingering illness little May Counts passed away at her fatherÕs
home, two miles north of town, 15 December 1910. Little May was the
youngest daughter of Mr. And Mrs. Dallas Counts who have a lot of
friends in this community. The funeral was held from the cemetery
conducted by Rev. G.G. Alexander, pastor of the Jacksboro First
Christian Church.
Cox,
Infant - 1907
Jacksboro
Gazette
March 21 1907
Deaths
Infant Cox, 25 days
[no other obituary]
Cox,
Malisl Gustava - 1911
On
20 August 1911, Malisl Gustava Cox, passed away from this world of sin.
She was the baby of J.H. and Mrs. Mary Cox of West Brook, and was born
24 August 1908.
The deepest sympathy is extended to the bereaved parents, as we know the
infant child was the bright little light that shone throughout the home
with tender cheerfulness.
The Jacksboro Gazette
Thursday, September 14, 1911
Cox,
Miss - 1881
The
Rural Citizen
Thursday, June 16, 1881
Henrietta Ð June 11
On the evening of 9 June 1881 the family of W.B. Hutchinson, of Archer
City, was returning from a visit to friends in Montague County, when a
thunder storm caught them in the head of Post Oak creek. W.B.
Hutchinson's father, mother, sister and a Miss Cox of New Port,
accompanied Mrs. Hutchinson and her children. The wagon was struck by
lightning, the shock killing Miss Lizzie Hutchinson and Miss Cox and
seriously stunning Mrs. Hutchinson. The old gentleman and one of the
children were stunned, but soon recovered. The party was moved to the
residence of Mr. Cobb where assistance was given. At last accounts it
was feared Mrs. Hutchinson could not recover.
Cox,
N.S. - 1888
The
Jacksboro Gazette
Thursday, February 9, 1888
New Hope
The remains of Mr. N.S. Cox was buried at Archer city last spring, was
interred in New Hope cemetery on Sunday with Masonic honors.
Craven,
Ida - 1899
Cundiff
News
Mrs. Ida Craven died 13 July 1899 at her motherÕs home. She died of
consumption of several months. Her remains were interred at Live Oak
cemetery. She leaves a husband and two children, a host of friends and
relatives to mourn her loss. Mr. Cravens came in from Riggs, Indian
Territory where his home is but arrived too late to see his wife buried.
The Jacksboro Gazette
Thursday, May 11, 1899
Creel,
Mr. - 1902
The
Jacksboro Gazette
Thursday, August 21, 1902
Mr. Creel, father of Mrs. A.G. McClure, near Cundiff, died last Sunday.
He was almost 87 years of age and had lived near Cundiff some time.
Crockett,
David, John Rolland, Thomas Rolland, James Francis Blair & James
Hart - 1864
Aaron
Hart and Wm. Blair, fathers of James Hart and James Blair, moved their
families to Palo Pinto County, several years before the outbreak of the
Civil War. Aaron Hart settled about seven miles southeast of Golconda.
In the first part of 1858, Mr. Blair it settled near the Brazos, almost
the same distance north of Palo Pinto. But during the early 60's an
exodus of citizens of Palo Pinto County moved to Stephens, Shackelford,
Coleman, and other counties farther west. Aaron Hart and Wm. Blair
numbered among this group, and located near the head-waters of Deep
Creek, in Callahan County.
During 1864 the purchasing of provisions was one of the big problems of
that section. So Wm. Blair and, perhaps, others had sent to Old Mexico
for coffee and other commodities, which had arrived at Camp Colorado.
James Blair and James Hart went horseback to this post about 20 miles
away for these supplies.
James Blair, at the time, was a boy nine years of age; and born February
28, 1855. As a coincidence, it so happened they returned home from camp
Colorado, February 28, 1864. James Hart was several years older. went in
an ox-wagon to Mudsprings, which was about one mile west of the Joe
Manley place. After they reached the spring where they went for water,
several Indians charged upon them. Davy Crockett was killed almost
instantly. When relief reached the boys, Jno. Rolland had five arrows
sticking in his back, and little Thomas Rolland the only one, who
successfully reached home, was cut across the chin with an arrow when he
fled away. The other little Rolland boy, climbed an Elm tree near the
spring. But the savages came up and captured him. When the other Rolland
boy, who was cut across the chin, reached the house, he told his
grandfather and others that the 'Niggers' were killing the boys. Old man
Rolland and others rushed to the scene, but the Indians were already
gone. David Crockett, the orphan boy, lay dead on the ground, badly
wounded, and Jno. Rolland only lived about twenty-four hours; but was
conscious almost up until the time of his death, Little Thomas Rolland
had been captured and carried away by the savages.
Since it was during the Civil War, both men and horses were scarce on
the frontier. But W.L. Lasater, Milton Lynn, Isom Lynn, and, perhaps,
one or two others, took the Indian trail, which led south toward the
mouth of Big Keechi, in Palo Pinto County. Here the Indians crossed and
then took a northwest course, toward the headwaters of Dark Valley, and
from there, they went on the northwest. Little Thomas Rolland remained
an Indian captive until he was recovered several months later, by David
White and negro Britt Johnson. They brought the little fellow home, and
placed him in the hands of his grieved mother.
Few people there were on the frontier, who suffered so severely, as did
the Rolland family. Three Rolland brothers and David Crockett, an orphan
boy, were killed. Little Thomas Rolland was carried into captivity.
Note:-Before writing this section, author personally interviewed A.M.
Lasater, James Wood: B.L. Flam; J. Fowler; Lafayette Wilson: Mrs.
Taylor; and others who lived in Palo Pinto and Jack Counties at the
time.
The following story is from the book:
The West Texas Frontier or a Descriptive History of Early Times in
Western Texas
Volume 2
by Joseph Carroll McConnell
Cross,
Mary Elmer Cunningham - 1944
The
Jacksboro Gazette
Thursday, April 20, 1944
Funeral services were held for Mrs. J.F. Cross at the Antelope Baptist
Church Tuesday 11 April 1944. Revs. Thomas Mayfield and Joe Starr
officiated. Interment in Antelope cemetery. Arrangments with Thompson
Funeral Home.
Mary Elmer Cunningham Cross was born 15 September 1873 at White Mound,
Grayson County, near Howe. As an infant, she came with her parents to
Wise County where they homesteaded the place where the town of Alvord
now stands. She was married to J.F. Cross, 4 November 1888. Ten children
were born to them, three having died in infancy. Seven were living; 23
grandchildren; 2 great-grandchildren. One sister and one brother
survive.
At an early age, Mrs. Cross was converted and united with the Baptist
Church in whose fellowship she continued until death.
Crutchfield,
Artemesia Fane - 1907
Jacksboro
Gazette
March 7 1907
Deaths
Artemesia Fane Crutchfield, 37 years, Feb. 9, Bryson
[no other obituary]
Crutchfield,
Dick - 1893
The
Jacksboro Gazette
Thursday, Februay 2, 1893
We learn from a private source that Dick Crutchfield was killed recently
by being thrown from a wagon. He is kindly remembered by everyone who
used to know him here and a host of former acquaintances will regret to
hear of his death.
Crutchfield,
I.N., Mrs. - 1885
The
Rural Citizen
Jacksboro, Jack county, Texas
Thursday, October 8, 1885
Mrs. Crutchfield, wife of Rev. I.N. Crutchfield died at her home,
Antelope, Texas. Wednesday of typho-malarial fever.
Crutchfield,
Ira - 1907
Jacksboro
Gazette
March 7 1907
Deaths
Ira Crutchfield, 13 years, Feb. 3, Bryson
Cunningham,
Pernell - 1929
Pernell
Cunningham, 78, died at his home at Jermyn, 9 October 1929. Burial was
held at Lynn Creek.
The Jacksboro Gazette
Jacksboro, Texas
Thursday, November 28, 1929
Curtis,
Jim C. - 1881
Rural
Citizen
Jacksboro, Texas
Friday, January 7, 1881
Two Men Killed at Henrietta
Henrietta Telegraph announced 5 January 1880 that Jim Curtis was killed
by Van Rice at Henrietta last night.
L.L. Crutchfield has kindly furnished the following dispatch.
Henrietta, 5 January 1881 Ð L.L. Crutchfield, Jacksboro Ð Jim Curtis
killed by Van Rice, grew out of an old difficulty Jim died instantly,
Rice mortally wounded, will died. Will probably be more of it yet, Jim
shot three times and through the heart.
W.G. Holsell
Later Curtis killed Rice; Rice killed Curtis. No other parties
interfered. Curtis dead. Rice dying.
The unfortunate and sad killing of J.C. Curtis at Henrietta on 4 January
1881, occurred as accurate as we can at this time get it, as follows: It
seems Curtis and a man by the name of Van Rice met in a saloon in
Henrietta, Curtis invited Van Rice to shake for drinks Van Rice refused
and treated the entire party, after a few minutes Curtis wanted Van Rice
to drink, when he refused, almost instantly with but few words the two
men drew their pistols and commenced firing at each other; Van Rice
received a slight flesh wound and Curtis was shot three times one ball
penetrating the heart from which he died instantly, Van Rice retired to
a doctor's office to have his wound dressed when some one shot from a
window instantly killing him. Thus the lives of two men passed rapidly
from existence. Mr. Curtis was well and favorably known in all of
Northwest Texas. He leaves a wife and one child and numerous friends to
console his untimely death.
Daugherty,
George F. - 1910
The
Jacksboro Gazette
Thursday, August 25, 1910
Hon. George F. Daugherty
Another of Jacksboro's Old Guard Gone
In the death of G.F. Daugherty, which occurred 18 August 1910, another
of the old guard, one of the small band of men who in past years did so
much for the development of Jack County and the building of Jacksboro
has fallen.
Honorable George F. Daugherty came to Texas in 1876 with his wife. They
were in their prime, bright and full of life. Coming, as they did, from
the cultured circles of Terre Haute, Indiana, they were at once received
in the brilliant society which then held sway here and which was led by
the educated and cultured army officers and their elegant wives who were
at that time at Fort Richardson. In every social function, Captain
Daugherty and his young wife were always present and assisting, and
advancing the higher interests of society. But for them this life was
not to last. Fatal sickness laid its cold and cruel finger upon the
beautiful and sweet wife. She rapidly paled and weakened and, losing
interest in the things of life here, her fainting spirit longed for the
beautiful trees and pleasant surroundings of her sweet home from whence
she came; and at her request, the idolizing husband took her back to
die. Those who were so fortunate as to know Mrs. Daugherty cherish her
acquaintance as one of their most precious and delightful memories Ð as
sweet in disposition, so elegant in her manners, so rich in those charms
and qualities that mark the ideal womanhood. Capt. Daugherty, with
crushed spirits, returned to his Jack County home; and with his
indominatable will bent his energies in the upbuilding of his county.
He was always a Democrat and in his young manhood days in Indiana he
belonged to that branch of Democracy which sympathized with the South,
called 'Copperheads.'
His good friend was E.C. Gaskin.
It was the appreciation of this, his characteristic spirit, that
prompted the Democracy of this representative district to send him to
the legislature for two terms and that impelled Clay county to vote for
him rather than for its own citizen for this honorable position. As our
representative, during this period (1902-1906), he distinguished himself
as an able debater and one watchful of the people's interests.
He was one of the founders of the Jacksboro Presbyterian church and
served it as an elder for some time.
He lived to a ripe old age, (dying in his 73rd year), hale and hearty,
full of vigor and energy, declaring he was as good a man as ever he was.
The pallbearers consisted of his old friends, Judge I. Stoddard, W.C.
Kutch, Major J.M. Hughes, Prof. L.H. Bryant, Frank Specht, W.A. Shown.
Though it was rainy, and the clouds hung threateningly all day, an
immense concourse followed the hearse to Oakwood cemetery where he was
interred.
Captain George F. Daugherty, was born in Rock County, West Virginia, in
1837 Ð the coronation year of Queen Victoria. He moved to Vigo county,
Indiana, where at the age of 26, he was happily married to Miss Mary
Anne Tobey, a member of a distinguished Pilgrim family.
In the year 1876, Captain Daugherty came to Texas. He settled in Jack
county and for six years there was undisturbed happiness in his new
Texas home. On 28 August 1882, the bride of his young manhood and the
mother of his two children was called to her home in that house of many
mansions. The little daughter had preceded her in early infancy. The
other child, our esteemed fellow townsman, Harry T. Daugherty alone
survives.
Captain Daugherty was a lawyer by profession. He did not resume the
practice of his profession before coming to Texas, preferring the
outdoor life on the farm.
The citizens of Jack and Clay counties honored him twice with public
trust as Representative in the Texas Legislature. After four years of
yeoman service as Representative he voluntarily retired to quiet and
peaceful life on the farm.
Capt. Daugherty was a deeply religious man. He was a charter member of
the Jacksboro Presbyterian church.
The faithful son and devoted daughter-in-law, this young granddaughter
are almost crushed with the weight of this severe affliction.
Daugherty,
H.T., Mrs. 'Annie' - 1923
The
Jacksboro Gazette
Thursday, November 1, 1923
Mrs. H.T. "Annie" Daugherty died at her home on North Main
street, Saturday, 27 October 1923 and was buried in Oakwood cemetery.
Funeral was conducted by Rev. C.N. Wylie.
Mrs. Daugherty was well known and had many friends who regret her
departure. She was a devoted member of the Presbyterian church and
Eastern Star. She was born in 1872. Survived by husband Ð Harry T.
Daugherty; one daughter Ð Miss Mary E. Daugherty, her mother, brother
and two sisters of Munday.
Davidson,
John W., Col. - 1881
The
Rural Citizen
Thursday, June 30, 1881
Our citizens were shocked to learn a day or two since the death of Col.
John W. Davidson of the U.S. Cavalry, which occurred at St. Paul, Minn.,
on 28 May 1881.
Col. Davidson graduated at West Point in 1846 and was commissioned
Brevet 2nd Lieutenant in the second dragoon, now the second Cavalry. He
served through the war with Mexico with his regiment, and rose by
degrees to the rank of captain which rank he held when the rebellion
broke out. He served principally in the southwest during the war and was
brevetted at various times for gallantry, having been made Major
Geneteral in 1865. At the time of the increase of the army in 1866 he
was appointed Lieutenant Colonel of the 10th Cavalry and served with
that regiment until about two years since, when he was promoted Colonel
of the Second Cavalry. He commanded at Fort Richardson from August 1866
to February 1868, and was beloved by everyone who knew him. His family
has the sympathy of every one who was acquainted with them.
Davidson,
M.M., Mrs. - 1923
The
Jacksboro Gazette
Thursday, August 2, 1923
Mrs. M.M. Davidson died at her home Sunday after a long illness and was
laid to rest in Oakwood cemetery.
Funeral services conducted by Rev. W.W. Robbins at the First Baptist
church in the presence of a large number of relatives and friends.
Survived by two daughters Ð Mrs. A.F. Larner of Paris; Miss Effie
Davidson of Jacksboro; step-son: E.M. Davidson of Jacksboro.
Davis,
Cynnetha & Felicia - 1923
The
Jacksboro Gazette
Thursday, August 30, 1923
Mr. And Mrs. H.D. Davis of Burkburnett, but formerly of Jacksboro lost
two of their little girls, whose deaths occurred a few days apart. One
died on 11 August and the other 16 August 1923. Both of the children
were buried at Cundiff.
[Felicia Roberta Davis: 21 July 1919 - 16 August 1923; Cynnetha Davis: 2
April 1922 - 11 August 1923, Cundiff cemetery]
Davis,
M.J. - 1929
The
death of M.J. Davis occurred at his home in Jacksboro Tuesday. Funeral
service conducted at his home by Rev. C.B. Garrett, assisted by Rev.
C.N. Wylie and Rev. A.R. Bilberry.
Mr. Davis was well known over Jack county having resided here since 1909
or more, and being for several years a city official and active in civic
affairs. He was also a member of the First Christian Church and the
Masonic Lodge. Surviving: Mrs. Davis and three daughters - Mrs. J.S.
Newman of Wichita Falls, Mrs. J.E. Gresham of Mexia and Miss Lura Davis
of Jacksboro.
Jacksboro Gazette
Jacksboro, Texas
Thursday, January 31, 1929
Davis,
U.C. - 1910
U.C.
Davis of San Saba country, who was on his way from Oklahoma died in
Jacksboro Tuesday night. He was buried at the Truce cemetery. He left a
wife and son and other relatives.
The Jacksboro Gazette
Thursday, August 25, 1910
Denman,
Roger - 1909
Jacksboro
Gazette
Jacksboro, Texas
Thursday, December 23, 1909
Roger Denman was accidentally killed near Archer City last Saturday. Mr.
Denman had just crawled through a wire fence and walked a few steps when
his companion crawled through after him, his gun going off. His
interment was in Oakwood cemetery.
Mr. Denman was a prominent young business man of Jacksboro belonging to
the firm of The L.C. Denman Co. Survives: widow, 3 small children, large
circle of relatives; parents and two brothers who reside in Bowie.
Dennis,
J.E. - 1912
The
Jacksboro Gazette
Thursday, October 24, 1912
After a long illness J.E. Dennis passed away Thursday. His death was not
unexpected to his family as he had been sinking rapidly for hours before
his death.
Mr. Dennis had resided in Jacksboro for about nine years, coming her
from Post Oak, the former home of himself and family. He was a member of
an a deacon in the First Baptist church at Jacksboro, a Mason and Odd
Fellow.
Mr. Dennis leaves three sons and one daughter, Mrs. Dennis having died
four years ago[1908]. Robert the eldest son has been with the Gazette
constantly for nine years except when in school; Roy and Earl have also
been with the Gazette at various times and each of them and their little
sister, Lula have the most sincere sympathy of all who know them.
Mr. W.W. Weatherford of Fort Worth was with his brother-in-law since
Friday night.
The family, Rev. C.P. Welch, pastor of the First Baptist Church and a
number of Jacksboro Masons left with the remains for Post Oak where the
funeral services were in charge of the Masonic Lodge of Post Oak. The
funeral sermon was preached by Mr. Welch.
Dennis,
J.E., Mrs. - 1908
Mrs.
J.E. Dennis died at her home in the west part of Jacksboro Saturday and
was buried at Post Oak Sunday.
Mrs. Dennis had long been in ill health. She was a devoted Christian and
a member of the First Baptist Church of Jacksboro.
She leaves a husband and three son and a daughter to mourn her loss.
Jacksboro Gazette
Jacksboro, Texas
Thursday, October 22, 1908
Dennis,
Noah - 1911
J.E.
Dennis was called to Bridgeport this week on account of the death of his
uncle, Noah Dennis, who was numbered among the old citizens of Wise
County, having located there after the Civil War.
The Jacksboro Gazette
Thursday, October 26, 1911
Derrick,
W.B. - 1919
The
Jacksboro Gazette
Thursday, July 17, 1919
W.B. Derrick of the Wynn Hill country died Tuesday and was buried at
Wynn Hill cemetery. In the death of Mr. Derrick that community loses one
of its old citizens.
The Jacksboro Gazette
Thursday, July 24, 1919
Mountain Home News
The death angel visited the home of Mrs. Derrick and family and claimed
his own Ð the beloved husband and father, last Tuesday. Mr. Derrick had
long been a resident of Jack County.
DeSpain,
J.A., Mrs. 'Jemima' - 1924
The
Jacksboro Gazette
Thursday, August 21, 1924
Mrs. J.A. ÒJemimaÓ DeSpain of Bryson, 98 years, 9 months, died at the
home of her daughter, Mrs. Helvey Thursday. Mrs. DeSpain had lived at
Bryson only 15 years and the earlier part of her life at Sherman. Six of
her grandsons were the pallbearers. Burton Springs people who attended
the funeral were: Mr. And Mrs. W.T. Helvey, R. O. Helvey, Ed Rankin,
G.M. Helvey, Mesdames. Will Covington, Cora Folley, Alice Holm, Lilly
DeSpain, Messrs. Joe Rankin, Jim Rankin, T.J. DeSpain, Louis Kanka, S.H.
DeSpain, Lloyd Helvey and Floyd Helvey.
Devasher,
Matilda E. - 1911
Mrs.
M.[Matilda] E. Devasher died Friday at the home of her daughter, Mrs.
E.[Edward] L.[Lee] Douglass, after an illness. She was buried in Oakwood
cemetery. Funeral conducted by Rev. G.G. Alexander.
Mrs. De Vasher had for the past several years made her home with Mrs.
Douglass. [tombstone: 17 July 1844 - 25 May 1911]
The Jacksboro Gazette
Thursday, April 13, 1911
Dillard,
Lucinda - 1902
The
Jacksboro Gazette
Thursday, July 10, 1902
Died at Wesley Chapel cemetery on 4 July 1902, while attending the
unveiling of the monument erected to John Bolen by the W.O.W.. Mrs.
Lucinda Dillard, wife of James M. Dillard.
Mrs. Lucinda Dillard was born in Etawah county, Alabaman, 3 December
1834. She was married to James M. Dillard, 19 February 1852. She was a
true Christian and for many years a consistent member of the M.E.
Church. She leaves her husband and four sons and a number of
grandchildren.
Dippell,
Nona - 1907
Jacksboro
Gazette
April 4 1907
Deaths
Nona Dippell, Bryson, 23 years
[no other obituary]
Dixon,
A. - 1923
The
Jacksboro Gazette
Thursday, November 15, 1923
A. Dixon of the Pleasant Hill community died Sunday and was buried at
Wynn Hill.
Mr. Dixon was another of the pioneers of Jack County and was well and
favorably known over the county. He was a member of the Christian
Church. Survived by wife and several sons and daughters, all of whom are
grown and married.
The Jacksboro Gazette
Thursday, December 6, 1923
A. Dixon, an old time citizen of Jack County passed away at his home
near Jacksboro, 12 November 1923 and was laid to rest in the Wynn Hill
cemetery. Rev. W.T. Bacon officiating.
Mr. Dixon came to Jack County in 1880. He became a member of the
Christian church in 1902.
Survived by wife; one sister Ð Mrs. Nannie Bryant of Shreveport, LA;
seven children Ð Robert P., James A., Joseph O., and Floyd F. Dixon,
Mrs. J.H. King, Mrs.J.S. Shields, and Mrs. Stella Conway; 16
grandchildren; 1 great-grandchild all of whom live in Jack county.
Dodson,
M.V., Mrs. - 1902
The
Jacksboro Gazette
Thursday, May 22, 1902
Mrs. M.V. Dodson of Antelope died Saturday. She had been a resident of
Antelope for many years and her many friends deeply regret her loss and
sympathize with her husband and family.
Dooley,
Joe - 1889
Gibtown
Mr. Joe Dooley died a few days ago of consumption.
Jacksboro Gazette
March 28, 1889
Jacksboro, Jack, Texas
Drennan,
G.W. 1884
The
Rural Citizen
Thursday, February 7, 1884
G.W. Drennan of the firm of Drennan & Co., died of pneumonia last
Friday at Weatherford. His remains were brought to Jacksboro and
interred in Oakwood cemetery.
The Rural Citizen
Thursday, February 14, 1884
Obituary
Died Ð G.W. Drennan, at the residence of his brother-in-law, J.K.P.
Morris in Weatherford, Texas, after an illness.
G.W. Drennan was born in Caldwell county, Kentucky on 13 February 1848
and died on 1 February 1884.
G.W. Drennan, our esteemed townsman and friend.
Survived: wife; daughter, just three years old;
[no stone was found]
Duke,
Jeff - 1924
The
Jacksboro Gazette
Thursday, April 10, 1924
Jeff Duke, a former resident of Jack County died at Addington, Oklahoma
last week and was buried in Oakwood cemetery. Rev. J. Thomas Brown
officiating. Mr. Duke is survived by Mrs. Duke, four children, his
mother Ð Mrs. Frances Duke, 3 sisters Ð Mrs. W. Stewart, Mrs. H.J.
Hensley and Mrs. Angie Duke, all of Jacksboro.
Duke,
W.W. - 1911
W.W.
Duke
The remains of W.W. Duke were brought in Friday from Oklahoma where he
died. The interment took place at Oakwood cemetery, Rev. J.H. Whisnant
conducting the services.
Mr. Duke was an early settler of Jack County, but for years had resided
in Oklahoma with his son, Stonewall Duke. Those accompanying the remains
from Oklahoma were Mrs.[Frances] Duke, Mrs. Henry Hensley, Mrs. Angie
[Duke] Manning, Mr. And Mrs. Stonewall Duke, Mr. J.[James] C. Duke.
The Jacksboro Gazette
Thursday, May 18, 1911
Dunlap,
R.C. - 1884
The
Rural Citizen
Thursday, February 7, 1884
R.C. Dunlap, Justice of the Peace of Precinct No. 4, died of pneumonia
last Friday.
Durham,
Ora - 1904
Ora
Durham, 1 year, 6 days, died this past week.
Jacksboro Gazette
Jacksboro, Texas
Thursday, March 3, 1904
Durrett,
W.T. - 1899
The
Jacksboro Gazette
Thursday, March 16, 1899
W.T. Durrett, 19, died with small pox at the Metcalf mine, Clifton,
Arizona, 21 February 1899. He leaves a father, three brothers, two
sisters, who live near Vineyard and a host of friends scattered over the
state of Texas.
Dwight,
Marion Cooper - 1912
The
Jacksboro Gazette
Thursday, November 28, 1912
Mrs. Marion Dwight, daughter of Mr. And Mrs. C.C. Cooper of
Jermyn died in Fort Worth 20 November 1912.
Dycus,
Lola Wells - 1929
Mrs.
Ralph Dycus, formerly Miss Lola Wells, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. J.D.
Wells, died Wednesday at her home in San Antonio. The remains will
arrive Friday and interment will take place in Bryson, by her baby that
died some time ago.
Jacksboro Gazette
Jacksboro, Texas
Thursday, April 25, 1929
Eastburn,
Edward - 1900
The
Jacksboro Gazette
Thursday, August 30, 1900
Edward Eastburn died Monday [27 August 1900] in Philadelphia, the home
of his ancestors[he was living with his nieces], and was buried in a
cemetery [Friends Buckingham Meeting House cemetery] near Philadelphia
by the side of his father and mother.
Mr. Eastburn came to Jacksboro in 1870 with a very small capital. Here
he laid the foundation for his fortune, estimated at one million
dollars. He was for many years a prominent figure in Jacksboro business
circles, and at the time of his death, he was the largest stockholders
in the First National Bank of Jacksboro and the Merchants and Planters
Bank of Sherman.
Mr. Eastburn was here about two months ago and was well satisfied with
the improvements of the town as well as those of his own on the west
side of the square.
He was a great traveler, having visiting every state and territory in
the union, Cuba, Alaska and the Philippines. He had visited evey city of
importance in the United States and every nation in Europe and climbed
the highest peacks of the Alps. In his visits to the cities in
manufactories were his favorite resorts.
[Edward was the son of Samuel and Mary Wilson Eastburn. Edwards was born
in Solebury, Bucks County, Pennsylvania on 9 January 1831. He went to
Texas in 1850 and was a merchant with interests in real estate,
brokerage and banking. He spent his summers in the north. He never
married].
Easter,
M.E., Mrs. - 1931
The
Jacksboro Gazette
Thursday, January 1, 1931
Mrs. M.E. Easter, one of the pioneer families of the Wynn Hill community
died at her home [paper washed out].
Easter,
Mr. - 1993
The
Jacksboro Gazette
Thursday, March 9, 1893
Several deaths have occurred recently in the Wynn Hill neighborhood,
said to have been from meningitis or spotted fever. Mr. John Parrish
lost a daughter, 12 years, and Mr. Kennedy a son. Mr. Easter also died
from the same disease. Other wise, the health of the country is good,
except the usual colds incident to the changeable spring weather.
Eastin,
S.E., Captain - 1911
Captain
S.E. Eastin
The town was saddened, but not surprised at the announcement of the
death of Captain S.W. Eastin Thursday.
Captain Eastin came to Jacksboro soon after the close of the Civil War,
from Missouri, his native State, and had remained a citizen of Jacksboro
continuously since that time. In years gone by he was one of the
prominent business men, and did much for the upbuilding of Jacksboro in
many ways.
He had been a consistent member of the Methodist church for a number of
years, having been converted at the revival meeting held in Jacksboro by
Abe Mulkey, at which time he immediately joined the church of his
choice. He leaves two daughters, Mrs. N.E. Atkinson and Mrs. J.A.
Rickles, his wife having died a few years ago. [His wife was the
daughter of
Major Henderson Horton]
The Jacksboro Gazette
Thursday, July 13, 1911
Edwards,
Mrs. - 1902
The
Jacksboro Gazette
Thursday, June 26, 1902
Mrs. Edwards, an aged lady of Gibtown died 11 June 1902.
Eiland,
James, Mrs. - 1881
The
Rural Citizen
Thursday, March 24, 1881
Whitt
Two deaths in the neighborhood of Stampede Springs, Mrs. James Eiland
and a young man by the name of William Hammer.
Ellis,
W.I. - 1909
Jacksboro
Gazette
Jacksboro, Texas
Thursday, January 14, 1909
W.I. Ellis, died at his home near Jacksboro Tuesday. Mr. Ellis was a
citizen who was highly respected by all who knew him.
W.I. Ellis died at hims home, two miles north of Jacksboro 13 January
1909. He left surviving his wife, Mary Ellis, and the following named
children - Charley, Lemmie, Edgar, Manie, Anns, William, Zella, Alvie
and Davie Ellis.
He was born in Bonham, Texas, 3 May 1864, and was therefore 44 years,
eight months, and nine days old at the time of his death. He married
Miss Mary Gray, daughter of our esteemed fellow citizen, W.C. Gray, 30
December 1883. The deceased had been a resident of Jack County about 18
years. For many years he has been afflicted with paralysis. Hihs death
therefore was not unexpected. At the age of 22 he joined the Christian
church, but at the time of his death belonged to a sect known as the
"Restitutionists." W.I. Ellis was a devoted husband, a loving
father, loyal friend, a good citizen, what more could be said of any
man?
Obituaries of the Jacksboro newspapers
Elliston,
J.T. - 1898
J.T.
Elliston died last Sunday at his home in Jacksboro, of pneumonia and
typhoid fever after an illness of several weeks.
Mr. Elliston has for a number of years been a citizen of Jacksboro and a
member of the First Baptist Church.
The Jacksboro Gazette
Thursday, December 1, 1898
Elliston,
Z.T. - 1898
The
Jacksboro Gazette
Thursday, February 3, 1898
Death of Z.T. Elliston
Mr. Z.T. Elliston died of consumption at the Elliston Hotel last Monday.
He had been in declining health for many months and while his friends
realized that he must soon die his death was unexpected.
Mr. Elliston was one of Jack countyÕs most enterprising young men, and
a prominent cattle dealer, being well known in all northwest Texas. In
addition to his wife and three small children who have the sincere
sympathy of all, he leaves a large number of relatives to mourn his
loss.
The funeral took place at Oakwood cemetery which was attended by a large
number of people.
Ellsberry,
Gertrude Godby - 1907
Jacksboro
Gazette
October 24 1907
Died Mrs. T.W. Ellsberry died at Ordway, Colorado 18 October 1907 after
a long illness. Mrs. Ellsberry was well known in Jacksboro and also in
Jack County, as she had resided here many years, only going to Colorado
last summer for the benefit of her health. She had many friends who
sympathize with her husband and sons and daughters in their sorrow.
Jacksboro Gazette
November 7 1907
Obituary Mrs. Gertrude Godby Ellsberry died in the city of Ordway,
Colorado, at the home of her daughter, Mrs. J.B. Estes, Friday 18
October 1907.
She was born near Somerville, Tennessee, 24 December 1846, moved with
her parents to Arkansas in 1857, where she was united in marriage, with
Thomas W. Ellsberry September 1866; joined the M.E. Church when a girl;
came to Texas in 1874; stopped in Johnson county; moved to Jack county
in 1878. In June last past, on account of failing health she went to
Colorado where she passed over the river to meet loved ones gone before.
She leaves husband, two daughters Ð Mrs. A.J. Stoddard and Mrs. J.B.
Estes; son Ð Albert Sidney Ellsberry. A true follower of the Master,
she went to sleep in the everlasting arms.
She was buried in the cemetery at Ordway, the pastor of the M.E. Church
conducting the funeral services.
Elmo,
John T. - 1905
A
man giving his name as John T. Elmo, stole a horse from J.M. Crandall of
Gordonville, Grayson county, and traveled west. Sheriff Newman was
notified to be on the lookout, and in a few hours he located the horse.
The man had traded the horse to J.A. McCoy near Senate. After tradiing
with McCoy - Elmo left for Young county. Sheriff Newman at once notified
Sheriff Wallace of Young County to look out. The word soon came back to
Newman that McCoy's horse was there in the hands of Sheriff Wallace. A
horse and saddle was found on the bank of Salt Creek which showed to
have been in the water. The people in the vicinity made search for a man
whom they supposed might have been drowned and found a man in Salt
Creek. Papers on his person indicated that his name was John T. Elmo.
J.M. Crandall and J.M. Shires of Gordonville identified the horse and
took him away yesterday morning. McCoy's horse is in the hands of
Sheriff Wallace of Young county awaiting for his owner to claim him.
Surely the way of the transgressor is hard. Yet the drowned man may have
been an idle loafing boy with a fairly good parentage, but was left to
the mercies of the world for his training like thousands of boys today.
Jacksboro Gazette
Jacksboro, Texas
Thursday, June 1, 1905
Enlow,
Mr. - 1903
Mr.
Enlow died April 3rd with cancer of the lower jaw and throat. Hence one
of our old and respected citizens has gone from us. He leaves a wife and
several children to mourn their loss.
Jacksboro Gazette
April 16, 1903
Jacksboro, Jack, Texas
Evans,
Joe - 1902
The
Jacksboro Gazette
Thursday, January 16, 1902
Cundiff Dots
Joe Evans died at his home in Cundiff last Tuesday and was buried by the
Masons in Cundiff cemetery. He was a Christian, having been a consistent
member of the Baptist church for many years. He leaves a wife, five
children and a host of friends to mourn his loss.
Mrs. Ora Wilson of Weatherford came to attend the burial of her father,
Joe Evans.
Evett,
Thomas W. - 1924
The
Jacksboro Gazette
Thursday, May 8, 1924
Thomas W. Evett, son of Mr. And Mrs. G.E. Evett of Bryson died 24 April
1924 at Fresno, CA. Tom was a volunteer in the World War, serving in
France for a year. Since then he has traveled extensively over the West.
The corpse was brought to Bryson for interment. Survived by parents,
brother Ð Ed Evett; four sisters Ð Mesdames Leona Ballow, Lora Smith,
Fannie Nolan, Dora Box. Mr. G.E. Evett requests that any one who served
with his son to write him at Bryson, Texas, especially does he want to
hear from TomÕs captain.
Ewing,
James Nelson - 1896
The
Jacksboro Gazette
Thursday, January 23, 1896
James Nelson Ewing was born 31 May 1866 in Labette county, Kansas, near
Oswego; died 18 January 1896. When but a mere child, he accompanied his
parents to Jasper county, Missouri where he resided four years; then
emigrated to Madison county, Arkansas, remained there some four or five
years, and again accompanied his parents to Jack county, Texas, in 1875,
where he lived until he died.
Fant,
Walter - 1930
Jacksboro
Gazette
Jacksboro, TX
Thursday, September 11, 1930
Funeral services for Walter Fant, 33, son of Mr. and Mrs. W.S. Fant,
president of the First National Bank of Weatherford were held Monday
from Stephens Catholic Church at Weatherford. Fant died Sunday as the
result of injuries sustained in an auto accident five miles west of
Weatherford on the Bankhead Highway at 1 a.m. Friday when Miss Coral May
Dunn, 21, of Mineral Wells, and Herbert Smith, 21, of Weatherford were
killed it was said the trio were injured when Fant's sedan was wrecked.
Deceased is survived by his parents; 3 brothers - Charles, George and
David, all of Weatherford; 3 sisters - Mrs. J.P. McFarland of
Weatherford, Mrs. J.L. Worthington of Jacksboro, Mrs. R.P. Smith of
South Carolina.
Farris,
J.A. - 1909
Jacksboro
Gazette
Jacksboro, Texas
Thursday, July 29, 1909
J.A. Farris passed to the beyond at the home of his daughter, Mrs. James
Baggett, 22 July 1909.
Bro. Farris first saw the light of day in Tennessee, 19 Oct. 1843. In
1861 he donned the uniform of gray and spent the first years of his
early manhood in defending what he believed to be the right and when the
white angel of peace passed over our loved land he sticked his arms and
did what he could to make the great nation one country, one flay.
August 1, 1891 the companion of his young manhood passed away and they
now rest side by side in Wesley Chapel cemetery.
Survived: two daughters - Mrs. James Baggett, Mrs. A.L. Raper and one
son - Thomas Farris.
Fickland,
Mrs. - 1912
The
Jacksboro Gazette
Thursday, July 18, 1912
Mrs. Fickland of Willow Point died last week.
Fields,
Verbie Fanny - 1907
Jacksboro
Gazette
March 7 1907
Deaths
Verbie Fanny Fields, 23 years, Feb. 13, Bryson
[no other obituary]
Files,
J.W. - 1929
After
an illness J.W. Files of Bryson died early Monday at Graham and was
buried at the Cottonwood cemetery [near Bryson]. Funeral services
conducted at the Bryson Methodist church by Rev. E.C. Carter and Rev.
C.N. Wylie.
Mr. Files had spent most of his life in Jack county until about eight or
nine years ago when he moved to Truscott, Knox County, where he resided
until last month when he returned to Jack County locating at Bryson.
For several years Mr. Files was county commissioner from precinct Number
one, and was one of the most highly respected citizens of Jack County.
He was a member of the Presbyterian church. Surviving - widow; 1
daugther - Mrs. B.B. Jones of Bryson, son - A.A. Files of Jacksboro; 2
granddaughters.
Jacksboro Gazette
Jacksboro, Texas
Thursday, March 21, 1929
Finch,
Infant of Bert & Bell - 1907
Jacksboro
Gazette
September 5 1907
Deaths
Infant of Bert and Bell Finch, Newport, August 17
Fisher,
Children of C.L. - 1923
The
Jacksboro Gazette
Thursday, February 22, 1923
Fisher Children Dead
William Breech received a message Friday from C.L. Fisher of Yuma,
Ariz., stating that both of their children had died with pneumonia. Mr.
And Mrs. Fisher have many friends in Jacksboro who sympathize with them
in their bereavement.
Fisher,
Infant of Mr. & Mrs. C.L. - 1924
The
Jacksboro Gazette
Thursday, March 13, 1924
The infant child of Mr. And Mrs. C.L. Fisher died at the home of its
parents Sunday and was buried at Oakwood cemetery with Rev. E.H. Coburn
officiating.
Fite,
Mrs. - 1881
The
Rural Citizen
Thursday, August 4, 1881
Mrs. Fite, a sister of J.A. Wall, who has been on a visit at Mr. WallÕs,
died after a long illness on Tuesday.
Flores,
Senora - 1929
Senora
Flores, a Mexican woman of Graford died Monday and was buried in
Jacksboro on Tuesday.
The Jacksboro Gazette
Jacksboro, Texas
Thursday, November 14, 1929
Foreman,
D.H., Mrs. - 1900
Mrs.
D.H. Foreman, died Sunday [1 April 1900] and was buried at Oakwood
cemetery Monday. The funeral was conducted by Rev. Young of Sunset.
Jacksboro Gazette
Jacksboro, TX
Thursday, April 5, 1900
Foreman,
Eula - 1899
Deaths
Eula, oldest daughter of Mr. And Mrs. D.H. Foreman, born 13 December
1881, died 4 March 1899 of meningitis. Interment at Oakwood cemetery.
Service conducted by Rev. A.W. Young of Sunset.
The Jacksboro Gazette
Thursday, January 5, 1899
Foster,
S.H. - 1929
S.H.
Foster who lived southwest of Perrin died Sunday. He was taken to Denton
for burial.
Jacksboro Gazette
Jacksboro, Texas
Thursday, January 3, 1929
Fowler,
J.C. - 1912
The
Jacksboro Gazette
Thursday, May 16, 1912
Resolutions of respect
J.C. Fowler of Jacksboro Modern Woodmen Camp No. 12441
Tom M. Marks
E.E. Young
Robert W. Murphy
committee
Fowler,
Tuck - 1912
The
Jacksboro Gazette
Thursday, March 21, 1912
A death that caused much sadness was that of Tuck Fowler who died at his
home on Los Creek Saturday only a few days. He was buried by the Modern
Woodmen camp of Jacksboro where he held membership. Rev. Joe Berry
preached the funeral service. Mr. Fowler was a young man who numbered
his friends among all who knew him, and that was many, for he was
brought in Jack County and had spent the greater part of his life here.
His funeral was largely attended, many going out from Jacksboro where he
was well known. He left his wife, children and parents who have the
sympathy of all in their sorrow, and he will be missed wherever he was
known.
Fox,
Gladys Maude - 1929
The
family of Miss Gladys Maude Fox, 22, have the sympathy of the people of
Jack County because of her death which occurred at the family home, 9
June 1929.
Miss Fox was a consecrated Christian and active member in the Baptist
church and was secretary and one of the teacher in the Sunday School.
Funeral services conducted at Winn Hill by the pastor, Rev. D.M.
Denison, assisted by Rev. Lonnie King of Wellington, Rev. W.W.W. NeSmith
of Bridgeport, former pastors and Rev. A.R. Bilberry, Jacksboro Baptist
church pastor. Survived: parents, Mr. and Mrs. H.B. Fox, 1 brother -
Bertram Fox; 3 sisters - Mrs. Olan Hanna, Mrs. Ed Bunnell, Miss Ara Fox.
Jacksboro Gazette
Jacksboro, Texas
Thursday, June 13, 1929
Frank,
Olin - 1899
Resolutions
The removal by death of Olin Frank, the little son of brother and sister
Roland.
We tender the bereaved parents and family our sympathy in this their
hour of trouble.
Order of Church 15 April 1890.
S.H. Marshall, A.J. Morrow, J.T. Tarrance, - Comm.
The Jacksboro Gazette
Thursday, June 15, 1899
Franklin,
Lena - 1893
The
Jacksboro Gazette
Thursday, July 6, 1893
The sad news came to town Saturday of the death of Miss Lena Franklin
Friday at her home near Christian. Miss Franklin had for several years
been a pupil in the Jacksboro college, and by her winning disposition
had won many friends in Jacksboro who were deeply grieved over her
death.
The Jacksboro Gazette
Thursday, July 13, 1893
In Memoriam
Miss Lena Franklin passed quietly away at her home near Christian 20
June 1893. She was 19 years old 4 April 1893 and was baptized into the
fellowship of the Christian church 4 August 1892; just blooming into
womanhood and the gardener claimed his own.
And now to the sad and lonely father I would say, while I know your
heart is broken and bleeding over the loss of this precious flower,
remembers he was not yours, but only lent to you for a few brief years
to cheer you on lifeÕs journey.
Leila Hoskins
Freeman,
U. - 1929
U.
Freeman, formerly of Perrin and father of Floyd Freeman of Perrin, was
buried in Perrin Sunday. Funeral services conducted by Rev. H.B.
Chambers of Perrin and Rev. Porter of Mineral Wells. Mr. Freeman, 64, a
member of the Methodist Church, and an honest man. Survived by 9
children - Floyd of Perrin, Mrs. Audrey Holdman, Mrs. Mary Thetford,
Mrs. Ina Eliston of Crosbyton, Mrs. Kate Shawn of Yuma, AZ; Mrs. Opal
Brondnax of Tulsa, OK; Urlan Freeman of Ada, OK; Cecil and Fay Freeman
of Mineral Wells and his wife.
Jacksboro Gazette
Jacksboro, Texas
Thursday, January 24, 1929
Frost,
W.H. - 1912
The
Jacksboro Gazette
Thursday, October 3, 1912
W.H. Frost, only son of Mr. And Mrs. W.S. Frost died
Tuesday after an illness. Some time ago he was operated
on for appendicitis.
Mr. And Mrs. Frost have only resided in Jacksboro since
the building of the G.T. & W. on which road Mr. Frost
is an employee but they have the sympathy of many in
the loss of their only son.
Funeral conducted by Rev. J.H. Mallard with interment
at Oakwood cemetery.
Fulcher,
J.W. - 1929
After
a stroke of paralysis in January 1924, J.W. Fulcher passed away Tuesday.
Funeral conducted at the home by Rev. A.R. Bilbery, pastor of the First
Baptist church, who was assisted by Rev. J.A. Matthews of Bellevue, a
former pastor and close friend, and Rev. C.B Garrett, pastor of the
Jacksboro Methodist church. the burial service of the Masonic Lodge was
conducted at the cemetery.
Mr. Fulcher was a native of Dallas county, cming to Jack County with his
parents as a small boy. he was one of the leading teachers of Jack
County for several years and was Jack County Superintendent for three
terms. He was a member of the Baptist church, formerly a Superintendent
of the Sunday School and a Knight Templar Mason.
Survived: widow; 1 son - J.W., Jr. of Dallas; 2 daughters - Mrs. Tom
Hutson of Dallas, and Katherine and a little granddaughter; his mother -
Mrs. S. Fulcher of Wichita Falls; 5 brothers - Jesse S. of Wichita
Falls, R.B. of Post Oak, James N. of Electra, Elmer L. of Wichita Falls;
Joseph E. of Bowie; 3 sisters - Mrs. Lucy J. Gibbin of Dustin, OK; Mrs.
Annie M. Wofford of Iowa Park; Mrs. Mary E. Wofford of Wichita Falls.
The Jacksboro Gazette
Jacksboro, Texas
Thursday, November 21, 1929
Fuller,
Bertie May - 1907
Jacksboro
Gazette
January 24 1907
Deaths:
Bertie May Fuller, 17 years, Post Oak, Jan. 5
[no further obituary]
Fulmer,
W.D. - 1930
Jacksboro
Gazette
Jacksboro, TX
Thursday, September 11, 1930
W.D. Fulmer died in Archer City Monday from injuries received when
thrown from the fender of a moving auto when the car hit a sand bed on
the Scotland road Sunday.
Funeral held at Henrietta. Survived by his wife and several children.
Gage,
Mrs. - 1860
Dallas
Herald
December 5, 1860
Fron the Frontier
Three families killed in Jack County
By last Wednesday's Western mail, we received as extra from the White
Man office, dated November 27th, containing the letter from Captain
Hamner given below, brought to Weatherford by a special messenger. An
endorsement on the back of the extra, from the pro tem of the White Man,
says: ÒThe half is not told. I fear the people are all murdered.Ó An
appeal is made to the citizens of this county for aid; and we believe a
company will be made up here to proceed at once to the scene of the
massacre.
Jacksboro, November 26, 5 p.m. I am requested by the citizens of this
place to ask your immediate assistance. The Indians have murdered three
families within four miles of our town and proceeded in the direction of
BriscoeÕs a mile from the others, and the presumption is, all are
murdered at that place, as the smoke is plainly seen rising from their
burning houses. Never before have we seen so much anguish men, women and
children, the mangled corpses at the houses of Mrs. Gage, Mr. Landman
and Mr. Hays. Such outrages have never before been committed in our
county. I do hope that every man who will turn out, will bring as much
breadstuffs and ammunition as is convenient, and remember the pack mules
and horses. Let no man hesitate who wishes our people well. This is a
time of need with us, and to the brave spirits of Parker we have
assistance, for if you were needed now is the time. H.A. Hamner.
Gahagan,
J.T. - 1912
The
Jacksboro Gazette
Thursday, July 11, 1912
It is with deep regret that we tell of the death of J.T. Gahagan which
occurred Saturday.
Mr. Gahagan had been sick a short time before his death, which was the
result of that dreaded disease, typhoid fever. He had been unconscious
since the previous Sunday and during this time little hopes of his
recovery was entertained. He was a good man and held the highest esteem
of all who knew him. He was a good man and held the highest esteem of
all who knew him. He was a good man and held the highest esteem of all
who knew him. He leaves seven sons and daughters, the youngest of whom
is a daughter, 15 years of age.
Sunday, the remains were followed by a large concourse of sorrowing
friends and relatives to the Wesley chapel cemetery and placed beside
the beloved wife who
preceded him to the great beyond several years ago. Funeral services
were conducted by Rev. Lipscomb. Ð Jermyn News
Gahagan,
Joseph - 1907
Jacksboro
Gazette
January 3 1907
Resolutions of Respect
By Camp R.E. Lee to the Memory of Comrade Joseph Gahagan of Senate, Jack
County, Texas
The subject of this sketch Comrade Joseph Gahagan, was born in
Tennessee, 17 February 1842 and died 26 October 1906.
Comrade Joseph Gahagan enlisted in the Confederate services early in the
war between the states and always expressed a patriotic devotion to our
cause which
he had so bravely defended until all hope had vanished, therefore be it
Resolved, by the brotherhood of Camp R.E. Lee, that in the death of
Comrade Jospeh Gahagan we have lost one of our most worthy members, our
county, one of its best citizens and his wife, a devoted loving
companion. To her and the relations we extend our heartful sympathy. May
God give them grace and strength
to bear this sad ordeal.
J.F. Middlebrooks, J.A. McCoy, W.C. Groner _Committee
Garner,
Andrew Carl - 1919
The
Jacksboro Gazette
Thursday, October 23, 1919
The death of Andrew Carl Garner occurred at San Antonio 16 October 1919.
Mr. Garner has been ill for several months, having contracted the
disease which caused his death while in the army. His parents, Mr. And
Mrs. A.J. Garner, who had been called to San Antonio on account of his
illness, had the remains of their son brought to Jacksboro, his old
home, for interment.
Funeral took place at the Methodist church. Dr. John R. Allen, pastor
officiated assisted by Rev. J.A. Matthews.
Dr. Allen, in his sermon, paid a fitting tribute to the worth of the
young man who had been summoned to answer the last roll call. Mr. Garner
had not resided in Jacksboro since the war as he went into business at
Sharon, Oklahoma, after he received his discharge from the army and
remained there until he was taken ill, when he was taken to San Antonio,
his relatives and friends hoping that he might be restored to health.
Pallbearers were selected from former soldiers who served in the war.
Mr. Garner leaves his wife and baby, his parents, brothers and sisters.
All the brothers and sisters were present except Newton, who is with the
American Army in Germany. Dr. F.E. Garner of Dalhart, Mr. And Mrs.
Daniel Garner of Sharon, Oklahoma; Mr. And Mrs. Wiley Lamm of Dalhart,
Mrs. Tom Carpenter of Detroit, Michigan, George Garner, also his cousin,
Mrs. F.N. McClure of Wichita Falls, Mrs. GarnerÕs parents, Mr. And Mrs.
Stephens of Sharon, Oklahoma.
Mr. Garner grew to manhood in Jacksboro.
Garner,
Infant of Mr. & Mrs. A.J. - 1884
The
Rural Citizen
Jacksboro, Jack county, Texas
Thursday, June 5, 1884
The infant child of Mr. And Mrs. A.J. Garner died last Friday and was
buried in Oak Wood cemetery.
Garoway,
H.B. - 1902
The
Jacksboro Gazette
Thursday, July 31, 1902
Antelope News
H.B. Garoway died last Sunday after a long illness. Mr. Garoway had been
living here but a short time, but his earnest piety had won him many
friends and admirers who mourn his loss. His children were taken to
Arlington by their uncle who lives at that place.
Garrison,
J.N. - 1902
The
Jacksboro Gazette
Thursday, January 2, 1902
Another Landmark Gone
J.N. Garrison died at his home yesterday. Mr. Garrison had long been in
feeble health before his attack of fever. He was one of the old pioneers
of Jack County. Steadily the old timers passing away.
Garvin,
Henrietta - 1911
Mrs.
W.[William] L. ["Henrietta"] Garvin died at Mineral Wells
Monday[9 October 1911]. Her husband and daughter, Mrs. J.W. Dickson were
with her, and a message was sent for her son and daughter, Emmett Garvin
and Mrs. J.W. Morton in Jacksboro.
Funeral was held in the Jacksboro Methodist church conducted by Rev.
C.C. Young, Mrs. GarvinÕs pastor and interment took place at Oakwood
cemetery.
Mrs. Garvin was a woman of sweet Christian character, a most devoted
member of the Methodist church where she will be sadly missed by the
entire membership.
She leaves her husband, two daughters Ð Mrs. J.W. Morton and Mrs. J.W.
Dickson, one son Ð Emmett Garvin. Roy Morton, Mrs. M.H. Eggleston and
Mrs. Sam Randolph, grandchildren of Mrs. Garvin, came, having been
called on account of her death.
The Jacksboro Gazette
Thursday, October 19, 1911
Gaskin,
Sarah E. Stark - 1924
The
Jacksboro Gazette
Thursday, November 20, 1924
J.W. Gaskin received word that his mother had died at the home of her
daughter in Indiana. The body will be returned to Jack County for burial
which will take place at Finis.
The Jacksboro Gazette
Thursday, November 27, 1924
Sarah E. Gaskin, daughter of John and Sarah A. Stark, was born 1841 and
died 1924; aged 83 years. She departed this life at the home of her
daughter, Mrs. William Patten of Farmersburg, Indiana, Sunday.
She was a member of a family of 11 children Ð four sisters and seven
brothers Ð all of whom have preceded her to the spirit land except one
sister, Mrs. Nancy Huntwork of California.
In1860 she was united in marriage to E.C. Gaskin. To this union were
born eight children, two daughters and six sons Ð Elizabeth Patten of
Farmersburg, Indiana, Ora Swift of Terre Haute, Frank of California,
Webster (deceased), John, Wade, Charles (deceased) and Harry, all of
Texas.
Her husband departed this life at their former home in Texas several
years ago. Their membership was severed from the Liberty congregation in
Indiana and associated with the Church of Christ in their home
congregation in Texas. Some time after the death of her husband she
returned to Sullivan County, Indiana and to the home of her daughter,
placing her membership with the Church of Christ in Farmersburg. Her
Christian life was like a city upon a hill, it could not be hid. Her
walk was in the way of truth and righteousness. She loved her neighbors,
friends, relatives, and her family was all to her. She was a consistent
Bible reader and called for a reading the day before she passed away.
The reading was concluded with the beautiful words of Jesus to his
disciples when he said, Òlet us go hence.Ó
The heart so full of love and faith, the gentle hand that waved good-bye
seemed to indicate that the lips could only whisper softly ÒFarewell to
mortality Ð welcome eternity; Jesus is mine.Ó
(Written by Mrs. Amanda J. De Vaun, an old friend and neighbor of
Farmersburg, Indiana).
Gifford,
Charlie L. - 1924
The
Jacksboro Gazette
Thursday, January 24, 1924
Antioch
Charlie L. Gifford died 16 January 1924, and was buried at Post Oak.
Rev. S.A. Waldrop conducted the funeral service. Survived by his wife
and four small children, all boys.
Ginn,
A.V., Dr. - 1884
The
Rural Citizen
Jacksboro, Jack county, Texas
Thursday, May 15, 1884
R.N. Atwell was in Monday and informed us that Dr. A.V. Ginn died last
Friday on Willow Creek, four miles beyond Weatherford. He was on his way
to Fort Worth with his spring clip of wool. Failing to get satisfactory
prices at Jacksboro he went to Weatherford where he also failed and had
started to Fort Worth where he died.
Gleason,
Infant of Fred - 1923
The
Jacksboro Gazette
Thursday, February 22, 1923
Fred Gleason's infant died in Truce this past week and was buried at the
Cundiff cemetery.
Glenn,
Beulah Herring - 1911
Mr.
And Mrs. L.[Lambert] J. Herring received the sad news Saturday of the
death of their daughter, Mrs. Beulah Glenn of Amarillo. Mrs. Glenn died
at Quanah Saturday[7 October 1911]. Her remains were brought to
Jacksboro, the home of her childhood for interment. Mr. Glenn was
accompanied by Mr. Grimes of Amarillo. Funeral conducted at the home of
her parents, by Rev. C.C. Young, with interment in Oakwood cemetery.
Mrs. GlennÕs brother, James Herring, came in from Lubbock but arrived
too late for the funeral.
As Mrs. Glenn grew to womanhood in Jacksboro and her parents and sister,
Mrs. Emerson Tabor, and brothers reside here.
The Jacksboro Gazette
Thursday, October 19, 1911
Grant,
T.C. - 1899
T.C.
Grant was called from Jacksboro to Liberty Hill to see one of his
children who was sick. The child died on Monday.
The Jacksboro Gazette
Thursday, March 9, 1899
Graves,
Henry - 1931
The
Jacksboro Gazette
Thursday, January 15, 1931
Henry Graves, 45, died at his home last Friday. Burial at Cundiff by
Rev. C.B. Garett, pastor of the Methodist church and Rev. A.R. Bilberry,
pastor of the Baptist Church.
Mr. Graves was a native of Jack county, being a son of the late M/M M.A.
Graves. He was a member of the Methodist church. Survivors: Mrs. Graves,
4 children Ð Robert, Lola Mae, Marion and Hazel Lee; 3 brothers; 4
sisters.
Graves,
J.D. - 1908
Obituary
Little J.D. Graves, the baby child of Mr. and Mrs. J.D. Graves, was born
23 February 1903 and died 28 February 1908. He was buried at Oak Glen,
the old home of his parents. All his life he was a very delicate child,
but his afflictions seemed to bind him closer to those who knew him.
Our sympathies for the grief stricken parents is great, because of the
intimate friendship of parents and self for years. To the broken hearted
parents and sisters and brothers, we would say take comfort from the
fact that J.D. is not sleeping in city of the dead, but is a jewel in
the city of God, there to shine forever.
Jacksboro Gazette
Jacksboro, Texas
Thursday, March 12, 1908
Graves,
J.T. - 1898
J.T.
Graves, who has been a citizen of Jack county for many years died at his
daughterÕs, Mrs. Nichols Saturday of pneumonia
The Jacksboro Gazette
Thursday, December 1, 1898
Graves,
M.A. - 1923
The
Jacksboro Gazette
Thursday, October 11, 1923
M.A. Graves, one of the pioneers of Jack County, passed away at the home
of his daughter, Mrs. J.W. Lucas, in Jacksboro, 28 September 1923, and
was buried at Cundiff by the Masonic order. Rev. R.L. Patterson preached
the funeral sermon.
Mr. Graves was for many years one of the leading citizens of Jack
county. He was greatly interested in the political affairs, and served
the county for some time as commissioner from his precinct. He was also
prominent in church work and was a devoted member of the Methodist
Church and the Masonic Lodge.
Survived by four daughters and four sons: Mrs. J.W. Lucas, Mrs. Ed
Laird, Mrs. Walter Riggs, Mrs. James Thorp, Henry, Bob, Lee and Sam
Graves.
Gray,
Elizabeth - 1900
The
Jacksboro Gazette
Thursday, August 23, 1900
Mrs. Elizabeth Gray of Oak Glen died Monday at the advanced age of 85
years. She had been a resident of Jack County since 1858.
Gray,
Julia - 1911
Mrs.
Julia Gray
The death angel entered the door of our Home Mission Society at BartonÕs
Chapel and took from our number our dear sister, Mrs. Julia Gray.
Mrs. Gray was born 5 November 1888, and died 14 June 1911. She was
married to W.E. Gray, 31 August 1905, and to them were born two
children.
Our society church, and Sunday school have been saddened, but our loss
is her gain.
She was just 22 years of ago Ð just coming into the glory and beauty of
womanhood. Little did we think last time she met in our little society,
where was always her smiling face, that we should never see her there
again forever.
She was a consistent member of the Methodist church and was faithful in
her obligation to her church in all its work.
May the memory of her life be an inspiration to the bereaved relatives
and serve to draw their affections upon that heavenly home where death
and sorrow can never come.
Minnie Green
Mary Potts
Mrs. J.R. Williams
Committee
The Jacksboro Gazette
Thursday, June 29, 1911
Gray,
W.C. - 1909
Jacksboro
Gazette
Jacksboro, Texas
Thursday, September 2, 1909
W.C. Gray, died at his home nine miles east of Jacksboro, 17 August
1909. He was born in Colbert county, Alabama, 30 June 1844. He moved to
Collin County, Texas in 1882 and resided there until he moved with his
family to Jack county in 1896. He enlisted in the Confederate Army from
the state of Alabama in the early 1860s and continued in active service
until the surrender. That he bore himself gallantly in that memorable
struggle goes without saying. No true, braver, defender of the cause of
the Confederacy ever wore the Gray. He was a loyal friend, a loving and
devoted husband and father a good citizen.
Gree,
Horace Winston - The Graham Leader
Graham,
Texas
Thursday, September 7, 1950
Horace Winston Gree, 48, former Jack County commissioner was killed
Wednesday when the tractor he was driving overturned on his farm in the
Barton Chapel community 12 miles southwest of Jacksboro.
Green was born in Barton Chapel community and served as Jack county
commissioner in 1944-1948.
Funeral held at Memorial Christian Church with burial in the Barton
Chapel cemetery.
Surviving: wife; four sisters - Mmes. T.N. Copeland and L.A. Ferguson of
Jacksboro, S.P. Keith of Mission, J.S. Warren of Electra; brother -
Robert Green of Jacksboro.
Green,
Henry Clay - 1898
The
Jacksboro Gazette
Thursday, July 21, 1898
A Rough Rider Killed July 1st, Once Lived in Jack County
Cerrillos, N.M., July 14 Ð Henry Clay Green, eldest son of Mr. And Mrs.
Richard Green of Cerrillos, Santa Fe county, New Mexico, was born 22
August 1866, at Meat Camp, North Carolina. At the age of six years
[1872] he moved to Jack County, Texas, with his parents, where he
remained for 10 years [1882]. At the age of 16 he moved with his parents
to Cerrillos, New Mexico where he has since resided. He was educated at
the Ottawa, Kansas University, and after leaving school followed mining,
was foreman of the Stephenson & Bennett mine near Las Cruces, New
Mexico. At the time of the first call for volunteers to go to Cuba, he
held a position at the Ortiz mine, in Santa Fe, New Mexico at $3 per
day, which he resigned [paper is taped and blacked out] Spanish
entrenchments on San Juan hill in front of Santiago, Cuba.
Green,
Virginia E. - 1910
The
Jacksboro Gazette
Thursday, January 20, 1910
Mrs. Theodore Green died Monday at the home of Mr and Mrs. J.W. Dodson
on Carrolls Creek, where she had been visiting.
Mrs. Green was well known here, having resided in Jack county for many
years.
The funeral of Mrs. Virginia E. Green was held from the Springdale
Baptist Church. Rev. G.G. Alexander officiated.
Mrs. Green was born in Mason County, Missouri in 1856, became a member
of the Christian church when she was 16 years old, (a splendid example
to the world). She came to Texas when 21 years of age and has lived here
almost continually since that time. She was the wife of Theodore Green,
the mother of four children, two sons and two daughters. The father
lives in Oklahoma, the children live in Jack County.
Interment in Springdale cemetery
Gregg,
Carl - 1929
Carl
Gregg was killed at a dance held at Jim Stephens' last Friday night. Jim
Gowen has bene charged with the killing. Gowen is being held at the Jack
County jail.
Survived: widow; several children.
The Jacksboro Gazette
Jacksboro, Texas
Thursday, December 26, 1929
Grieves,
R.P. - 1924
The
Jacksboro Gazette
Thursday, April 17, 1924
R.P. Grieves died at Holdingville, OK, where he held a responsible
position with one of the large oil companies. The remains will be sent
to his old home in New York for burial. Mr. Grieves is survived by his
wife, who was formerly Miss Iva Leach of Jacksboro and his parents of
New York.
Griffith,
Mrs. - 1912
The
Jacksboro Gazette
Thursday, June 20, 1912
Mrs. Griffith of Vineyard passed away at the sanitarium in Fort worth
the other day. She was well known and we all mourn her death.
Groner,
J. Lee, Dr. - 1904
Dr.
J. Lee Groner died Tuesday at the home of his parents.
Dr. Groner was a thorough and bright student in the Medical College at
Knoxville, Tennessee., where he graduate last year.
Survived: wife, parents, brothers, sisters.
Jacksboro Gazette
Jacksboro, Texas
Thursday, September 15, 1904
Groner,
Mrs. - 1911
The
Jacksboro Gazette
Thursday, November 30, 1911
The many friends of Mrs. Will Groner were shocked and saddened when they
heard of the death Wednesday which occurred at her home near Senate
Tuesday.
Mrs. Groner was an unusually bright and attractive women and had planned
for herself a life of broad usefulness, but a Higher Power had planned
otherwise and she is no more. Her husband has the sympathy of friends
all over Jack county. The remains of Mrs. Groner will be taken back to
Dallas, her old home, for interment.
Groner,
William Christopher - 1912
The
Jacksboro Gazette
Thursday, September 26, 1912
Will[William] C.[Christopher] Groner died last Friday[20 September 1912]
at the home of his father, W.C. Groner of Loving. He had been ill for
many months and his death was unexpected. His remains were brought to
Jacksboro, the old home of Mr. Groner, where he resided during his early
life.
Service held at the Baptist Church conducted by Rev. R.C. Taylor of
Graham. Interment in
Oakwood cemetery.
Gully,
Pete - 1930
Pete
Gully 74, died at his home Sunday and was buried in the Willow Point
cemetery. He lived at Perrin.
Jacksboro Gazette
Jacksboro, Texas
Thursday, May 22, 1930
Gunter,
Ben, Mrs. - 1923
The
Jacksboro Gazette
Thursday, February 15, 1923
Mrs. Ben Gunter died early Sunday at the family home two miles northeast
of Jacksboro and was buried at the Los Creek cemetery. Funeral conducted
at the home by Rev. C.E. Robbins.
Survived by husband; six children; 1 brother, 1 sister.