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Adams, Daughter of Dick: A Horrible Accident. -- SPECK, Dec. 5. -- A horrible accident occurred on the 28th of Nov. in the 10th district of Clay county. The 16-year old daughter of Dick Adams was in the woods standing around a fire when her clothing ignited. She ran as fast as she could to the road when her clothing burned from her body. She died three days later. [Date: 12/9/1897, Vol. XI, No. 8, Page 1]

Agee, Jonathan W.: Jonathan W. Agee, one of Smith county's oldest citizens died last Sunday of old age, being in his 84th year. He leaves a wife and several grown children. (Smith County) [Date: 2/18/1897, Vol. X, No. 18, Page 1]

Allison, Mrs. C. A.: Mrs. C. A. Allison died at her home in the 11th district last Tuesday. She had been sick for sometime and was quite an old lady. (White County) [Date: 9/16/1897, Vol. X, No. 48, Page 8]

Almonrode, Mrs. Joe: Just as we go to press we learn of the death of Joe Almonrode's wife. Mrs. Almonrode leaves a husband and some small children. (Overton County) [Date: 3/4/1897, Vol. X, No. 19, Page 1]

Amonette, Cora: Miss Cora Amonett, youngest daughter of Dr. F. M. Amonette, died last Friday evening about four o'clock. (Gentry) [Date: 11/4/1897, Vol. XI, No. 3, Page 1]

Anderson, L. S.: Mrs. L. S. Anderson, wife of Fate Anderson of Gainesboro, died at that place last Friday. Mrs. Anderson was a good woman and a general favorite with all who knew her. She was a daughter of Maj. Lowe of Gainesboro, and a niece of Misses Quarles, of this city. [Date: 8/5/1897, Vol. X, No. 42, Page 5]

Anderson, Mrs. Van: The wife of Mr. Van Anderson died at her home in Spencer last week. They had lately moved to that place from Bozarth. Mrs. Anderson had been in bad health for some time and her death was not unexpected. She leaves several small children besides her husband to mourn her loss. (Dekalb County) [Date: 10/21/1897, Vol. XI, No. 1, Page 8]

Anderson, George: Mr. Geo. Anderson, who lives 1 1/2 miles west of town died last Sunday. [Date: 6/17/1897, Vol. X, No. 35, Page 5]

Arnold, Frank: Tuesday evening, April 6, 1897, Mr. Frank Arnold, and aged and respected citizen living in West Sparta, died suddenly of heart disease. He and his wife and daughter, Mrs. Anderson, and grand daughter, Miss Carrie Anderson, were returning home from Mat Anderson's, where they had been spending the day, and were in front of the residence of Dr. J. H. Snodgrass, when Mr. Arnold was seemed to totter as if to fall. Mrs. Arnold caught at him and lessened the weight with which he fell to the ground. He never spoke and was dead instantly. He was 73 years old. (White County) [Date: 4/15/1897, Vol. X, No. 26, Page 1]

Austin, Maggie: Miss Maggie Austin, daughter of W. E. Austin, died at her home near here yesterday morning, aged 25 years. The interment took place at Bethlehem. (Sparta) [Date: 9/16/1897, Vol. X, No. 49, Page 1]

Baker, John E.: John E. Baker, a prominent young attorney of the Lebanon bar, died last Monday at his home in Lebanon. Mr. Baker was a most promising young man and it is with sorrow we record his death. [Date: 8/19/1897, Vol. X, No. 44, Page 5]

Barnes, Joab: Joab Barnes, an aged citizen who lived near Hudgens, died last Friday of old age. "Uncle Joab," as he was called, was a good clever citizen, and well liked by his neighbors. [Date: 11/4/1897, Vol. XI, No. 3, Page 5]

Bartlett, Nathan: Nathan Bartlett, who lived five miles north of town, died last Thursday. [Date: 7/15/1897, Vol. X, No. 39, Page 5]

Beam, Eliza: Mrs. Eliza Beam, wife of Alex Beam, Esq. of the 12th Dist., passed away Thursday of last week. After weeks of suffering. (White County) [Date: 6/17/1897, Vol. X, No. 35, Page 1]

Bohanan, James: DUG HILL, Oct. 4. -- James Bohanan, of England's Cove, died Sunday and was buried today. [Date: 10/7/1897, Vol. X, No. 51, Page 1]

Bohanan, Agnes: Mrs. Agnes Bohanan died at her home last Thursday and was buried at the Bohanan Cemetery Saturday. (Goffton) [Date: 2/18/1897, Vol. X, No. 18, Page 1]

Bone, John D.: John D. Bone, of Alexandria, while on his way to Texas fell from a moving train in Arkansas and was instantly killed. His remains reached Alexiandria a few days ago and were interred in the family burying grounds. Mr. Bone was a well known citizen of Dekalb County. (Dekalb County) [Date: 11/18/1897, Vol. XI, No. 5, Page 8]

Breeding, John: John Breeding, of the 2d district, whose mind has been impaired for several years, died at the home of Mrs. Howard last Friday. [Date: 7/29/1897, Vol. X, No. 41, Page 5]

Breeding, John: John Breeding, an aged and respected citizen of the 15th district, died last Monday evening. [Date: 11/4/1897, Vol. XI, No. 3, Page 5]

Brien, Nannie: Miss Nannie Brien, daughter of Wm. Brien, died at her home Saturday, Nov. 27, after a two weeks illness. (Dekalb County) [Date: 12/16/1897, Vol. XI, No. 9, Page 8]

Brown, Nancy: In Memoriam. -- 'Tis with sad hearts indeed, that we write in memory of our beloved neighbor, Mrs. Nancy Brown, who after a peaceful walk of 86 years was called to an eternal home, Feb. 1, 1897. The deceased was one of our oldest and best citizens. She has been the wife of three husbands, each of whom she has survived. . . . [Date: 2/11/1897, Vol. X, No. 17, Page 1]

Brown, Nancy: Mrs. Nancy Brown, widow of Isaac Brown deceased died at the home of John Chapin one mile South of town last Monday. Mrs. Brown was a very old lady and leaves a large circle of relatives and friends to mourn over their loss. [Date: 2/4/1897, Vol. X, No. 16, Page 5]

Burns, Elizabeth: Mrs. Elizabeth Burns, mother of Mrs. Andy Johnson of Roaring river, died at the home of her son-in-law, Mr. Andy Johnson, last Sunday evening. (Jackson County) [Date: 5/6/1897, Vol. X, No. 29, Page 1]

Burton, Samuel: GENTRY, Oct. 18. -- Samuel Burton, who has been very low for some time, departed this life Saturday night about 8 o'clock. He was a good citizen and an industrious farmer. A few nights ago he professed religion and his many friends who mourn his departure rest assured that some sweet day they will meet him in the great beyond. His remains will be interred at the family cemetery at his mother's. [Date: 10/21/1897, Vol. XI, No. 1, Page 1]

Carlen, Pearlina: Mrs. Pearlina Carlen, wife of James Carlen, died at her home in Cookeville last Thursday evening, after a lingering illness. She had been married only a few months and we learn was in delicate health at the time. Mrs. Carlen was a good Christian woman, and leaves a sorrowing husband and many friends. Her remains were taken to her old home in the western end of the county and interred in the old family grave yard. [Date: 3/18/1897, Vol. X, No. 22, Page 5]

Carlock, William B.: William B. Carlock died at Lancing on Friday, July 9th, after an illness of only two weeks. (Overton County) [Date: 7/29/1897, Vol. X, No. 41, Page 1]

Carlock, Will: The many friends of Mr. Will Carlock will regret to learn of his death which occurred at Lancing on on (sic) July 9. He was sick only 7 days of typhoid fever. (Overton County) [Date: 7/22/1897, Vol. X, No. 40, Page 1]

Carr, Mrs. W. H.: ALGOOD, Oct. 18. -- Mrs. W. H. Carr died at her home near here last Saturday after a lingering illness with consumption. She was a most excellent christian lady and liked by a large circle of friends who mourn her departure. She leaves a grief-stricken husband and children who will miss her gracious self more than all others. [Date: 10/21/1897, Vol. XI, No. 1, Page 1]

Carter, Mrs. George: Mrs. Geo. Carter, daughter of Dr. C. S. Rascoe, died last Sunday at her home in this county. (White County) [Date: 9/16/1897, Vol. X, No. 48, Page 8]

Carter, George: GAINESBORO, Nov. 17. -- At the recent term of the circuit court just ended at this place, John T. Carter was convicted of murder in the first degree for the killing of his brother, George Carter, in June, 1895, in the 7th distr. Of this county. A motion for new trial was overruled and the Judge, Hon. W. T. Smith, sentenced deft. To be hanged Dec. 31. Deft. Appealed to the Supreme court. From the evidence on the trial verdict seems eminently just. Defendant and one Jane Rodgers, who lived on his land, were indicted for lewdness, and George Carter, the dec'd, was the principal witness against them. On Thursday before the killing on Saturday, John was heard to say that he or George one must died before court. The next term of court came on first Monday in July and the killing was on 22d of June previous. Other threats were proven and a bad state of feeling was shown to exist between the brothers. Defendant left the Rodgers woman's house about sundown on the evening of the tragedy, and about half way between sundown and dark, George, while stooping down cutting or picking up wood, was shot dead without warning. His wife came to the door just in time to see the man shoot, and his little, daughter, who had been to a neighbor's, also came in sight and looked in the direction of the assassin just as he raised his gun and fired. Both of these eye witnesses identified John T. Carver as the murderer, swearing to him positively, and they were sustained by numerous corroborating circumstances. Defendant relied on an alibi but the State had little trouble in showing that defendant had ample time to have gone to the place he was seen after the shooting after the deed was committed. His gun was a double-barrel shot gun and one barrel had eleven buck shot in it when he was arrested and the other was flesh shot off. If the evidence is to be believed it was a most shocking murder. The jury agreed on the first ballot. The State was represented by Attorney General Butler, Geo. H. Morgan, B. A. Butler and D. B. Johnson. The defense by G. B. Murray, J. H. McMillin and Dixson & Stafford. [Date: 11/18/1897, Vol. XI, No. 5, Page 1]

Cartwright, E. H.: E. H. Cartwright Dead. -- NASHVILLE, Nov. 30. -- E. H. Cartwright, a Nashville clerk, committed suicide at his boarding house Sunday night, leave the following brief note to the American: "This is my last day on earth. I want to admit to the public that I take my life on being in love with one Miss Maggie Byron, 107 Claiborne Street, City. Could't get her, so thought it best to leave this world." [Date: 12/2/1897, Vol. XI, No. 7, Page 1]

Carver, Children of Mrs. Alfred: Last Tuesday June 8th, Mrs. Alfred Carver, of Hadensburg, gave birth to triplets. Two of the little fellows died however. (Jackson County) [Date: 6/24/1897, Vol. X, No. 36, Page 1]

Center, Jr., Thomas: Thomas Center, Jr., died at his home in the Northford neighborhood last Thursday of heart failure. The deceased was about 30 years of age and a man of high personal character. (Cumberland County) [Date: 11/11/1897, Vol. XI, No. 4, Page 8]

Chism, Jere: Jere Chism died last week and was buried at Burns Stand, one mile north of Cookeville. Mr. Chism was a good young mad (sic) and the PRESS sympathizes with the family and friends. [Date: 2/4/1897, Vol. X, No. 16, Page 5]

Clifford, A. W.: A. W. Clifford Drops Dead. LEBANON, Aug. 7. -- A. W. Clifford, an aged and respected citizen of this place, dropped head in the court house here this afternoon. His death was caused from heart disease. He was born 67 years ago on the Isle of Man, came to this county in 1865, moved to Lebanon in 1888, where he was employed in the construction of the Nashville & Knoxville Railroad. Since that time he has been practicing law here. A. wife survives him. [Date: 8/12/1897, Vol. X, No. 32, Page 1]

Clouse, Mrs. Simpson: Mrs. Simpson Clouse died last Saturday. She leaves a large family. (Dug Hill) [Date: 9/30/1897, Vol. X, No. 50, Page 1]

Clouse, Benjamin: The funeral of Rev. Benjamin Clouse will be preached the 5th Sabbath in May at the old Board Valley church by Revs. Mathias Judd and W. B. Gentry. [Date: 5/6/1897, Vol. X, No. 29, Page 5]

Collins, Eliza: Mrs. Eliza Collins died at her home 3 miles below town Monday night, after a long illness, and was buried at Good Hope cemetery Tuesday afternoon. Mrs. Collins was an aged and respected lady and leaves two sons and other relatives to mourn their loss. She was the mother of Sheriff J. L. Collins. (Overton County) [Date: 5/27/1897, Vol. X, No. 32, Page 1]

Cope, Dora: Died, at her home at Doyle, on Dec. 2, Miss Dora Cope, daughter of Mr. Wesley Cope, aged 18 years. This popular young lady had been sick but a short time with consumption complicated with other troubles, and her death is a shock to a large circle of friends. [Date: 12/16/1897, Vol. XI, No. 9, Page 8]

Copeland, Henry: We learned a few days since of a very sad accident which happened several days ago on West Fork. Henry Copeland a very old man, while walking around a bluff lost his footing and fell a distance of seventy-five feet, killing him instantly. It was five days before he was found. (Overton County) [Date: 11/18/1897, Vol. XI, No. 5, Page 8]

Crowder, Mrs. Robt. L.: Mrs. Robt. L. Crowder died at her home at Key, this county, Tuesday evening last, of fever. (White County) [Date: 9/23/1897, Vol. X, No. 49, Page 8]

Cunningham, Lane: Mr. Lane Cunningham, of New Ark, died yesterday. (Cherry Creek) [Date: 9/30/1897, Vol. X, No. 50, Page 1]

Davis, Infant of James: NETHERLAND, Oct. 12. -- The eighteen month old baby of James Davis died last Friday with scarlet fever. [Date: 10/14/1897, Vol. X, No. 52, Page 1]

Dibrell, Nell: Little Nell, infant daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Frank Dibrell, died last Saturday night of pneumonia, aged 18 months. (White County) [Date: 4/22/1897, Vol. X, No. 27, Page 1]

Dillard, Mrs. G. D.: Mrs. Dr. G. D. Dillard died at her home in Michigan on August 2, after a short illness. Mrs. Dillard resided at this place for a number of years and has many friends here who will pained to learn of her death. (Dekalb County) [Date: 9/23/1897, Vol. X, No. 49, Page 8]

Dillion, Child of Bully: A small child of "Bully" Dillion's died one day last week. (Overton County) [Date: 11/18/1897, Vol. XI, No. 5, Page 8]

Draper, Billy: Uncle Billy Draper, an old and highly respected citizen of Indian Creek, died at his home at 2 o'clock Saturday morning. (Jackson County) [Date: 5/20/1897, Vol. X, No. 31, Page 1]

Duke, Infant of Mr. and Mrs. W. B.: The infant babe of Mr. and Mrs. W. B. Duke died Thursday morning. [Date: 11/25/1897, Vol. XI, No. 6, Page 5]

Duke, William: Mr. Wm. Duke, an aged citizen, died at his home, near Boma last week, and was buried near here. (Byrne) [Date: 7/15/1897, Vol. X, No. 39, Page 1]

Early, Robert: Robert Early an old and highly respected citizen of Nashville died at the home of his son-in-law, Mr. C. A. Douglass in this city last Tuesday of paralysis. About two weeks ago Mr. Early and wife came on a visit to their daughter, Mrs. C. A. Douglass, little dreaming that death was hovering over them, and the end so near. Mr. Early has been sorely afflicted for the last three years. He has been in business of various kinds in Nashville for thirty years. He was a devout member of Tulip Street, M. E. Church South, and a member of Royal Arcanum and the Golden Cross. The Press joins sympathy with the stricken family and especially with his estimable daughter Mrs. C. A. Douglass and family of this city. [Date: 1/21/1897, Vol. X, No. 14, Page 5]

Fancher, Belle: Miss Fancher Ill. -- FANCHER'S MILL, Sept. 6. -- Miss Belle Fancher, the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Polk Fancher, is dangerously ill with typhoid fever. Her brother, F. T. Fancher, who had gone to Cookeville to attend Circuit court, has been summoned home. Sept. 8th. -- Miss Fancher died today. [Date: 9/9/1897, Vol. X, No. 47, Page 1]

Farley, Dug: Dug Hill, Aug. 16. -- Mrs. Dug Farley, wife of James Farley, died on Wednesday, the 12th. Her death had been expected for some time. [Date: 8/19/1897, Vol. X, No. 44, Page 1]

Fitzgerald, Isaiah: Isaiah Fitzgerald, former Clerk & Master of Clay county, died at his home in Celina, the latter part of last week after a lingering illness of several months. Mr. Fitzgerald was a good man, and had a host of friends in Clay and adjoining counties. (Jackson County) [Date: 4/1/1897, Vol. X, No. 24, Page 1]

Fletcher, J. C.: Resolutions of Respect. -- We, the committee appointed by Pekin Lodge, No. 508 F. & A. M., to draft resolutions of respect and condolence because of the death of our esteemed Bro. J. C. Fletcher, who was born May 25, 1829, and departed this life Oct. 5, 1896, . . . [Date: 2/4/1897, Vol. X, No. 16, Page 1]

Ford, James: James Ford, the stonemason, member of the firm Chandler & Ford, who lives near Bluff Creek, went a few days ago to see a sick brother at Smithville. The brother died, and before Mr. Ford could return home he also was stricken with pneumonia, and succumbed to the dread malady. Mrs. Ford died at her home near Bluff Creek, Wednesday night, with the same disease. Upon the arrival of the remains of James Ford from Smithville Wednesday, Dr. J. S. Cambell of Gordonsville, examined the body and ordered it to be interred at once, Mrs. Ford was also buried as soon as arrangements could be made. The fatality of the disease resembles black tongue whose fearful ravages once before in this community are well remembered. Rev. J. B. Jordan preached the funerals of both decedents. [Date: 2/11/1897, Vol. X, No. 17, Page 1]

Forshee, Jonas: Mr. Jonas Forshee, a valuable citizen of Cherry Creek neighborhood, died suddenly Tuesday night, Oct. 24th, 1897, of hemorrhage of the lungs. (White County) [Date: 11/4/1897, Vol. XI, No. 3, Page 8]

Franklin, George: George Franklin, of this place, died last Sunday morning. He leaves a wife and two little children to mourn his death. George joined the church a few days before he died, and we have reasons to believe he was prepared for the final summons. [Date: 7/1/1897, Vol. X, No. 37, Page 1]

French, J. C.: Mr. J. C. French, of Monroe, died very suddenly last Saturday morning. He was one of the best citizens of Overton county and has or many years been a worthy member of the Masonic fraternity. He was buried at Monroe Monday by the Masons. (Overton County) [Date: 4/15/1897, Vol. X, No. 26, Page 1]

Gaw, Sam: Sam Gaw committed suicide at the home of Martin Gentry, near Waterloo, last Saturday afternoon, by shooting himself through the body near the heart, with a pistol. He had married the widow of Pale Bockman, who was a daughter of Martin Gentry, and they had separated. He had become very jealous of his wife and on that account she had left him and returned to his father's house. On Thursday before he called at Mr. Gentry's to see and tried to persuade her to live with him but she refused. He then drew a knife and seized her by the hand, kneeling at her feet and said that he wanted her to see how a brave man could die. In the scuffle her hand was slightly cut. In order to get away from him she promised that she would live with him. He then turned her loose but she declined to go with him. He left and went to Kentucky, it is said, but returned Saturday and again went to see her. She refused again to go with him, and he then walked out of the house, drew his pistol and shot himself as above stated. [Date: 7/22/1897, Vol. X, No. 40, Page 5]

Gibbs, Wife and baby of Bennett: Last Sunday afternoon a sad scene occurred at the home of Bennett Gibbs, who lives on the south side of the river in the 14th district. His wife had been sick for some time, and her three months old baby had never been robust and healthy. Last week they both began to sink rapidly, and about 2 o'clock the mother passed away, followed an hour later by the little one. (Smith County) [Date: 8/19/1897, Vol. X, No. 44, Page 1]

Gilbert, Annie: Little Annie, the six year old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. W. A. Gilbert died at their home near Jones Mill Friday, Nov. 5th after a short illness. The little one's remains were tenderly laid away in the family burying ground, Rev. Walkup saying a few consoling Words at the grave. (Dekalb County) [Date: 11/25/1897, Vol. XI, No. 6, Page 8]

Gilliland, S. C.: Mrs. S. C. Gilliland, wife of R. Gilliland, died at her home at Gillaland's Mill on Sunday morning, Oct. 24, 1897, aged about 60 years. (White County) [Date: 11/4/1897, Vol. XI, No. 3, Page 8]

Gist, Benjamin: Mr. Benjamin Gist died at his home at Doyle Station, Wednesday morning, Feb. 4, 1897, at 3 o'clock, in his sixty-ninth year. His condition had been serious for several weeks. For a year or so his health has been giving away to old age and subsequent infirmities, but the immediate cause of his death was la grippe complicated with lung trouble. (White County) [Date: 2/11/1897, Vol. X, No. 17, Page 1]

Gist, Adene: Mrs. Adene Gist, wife of W. M. Gist, died on Thursday last, Nov. 25, 1897. She had been sick for some time, and during her illness suffered great pain. She was a daughter of Ben Smith, and leaves a husband and several children to mourn her loss. (White County) [Date: 12/9/1897, Vol. XI, No. 8, Page 8]

Gore, J. E.: Editor J. E. Gore, of the Gainesboro Press, died at the home L. W. Chapin yesterday morning at 2 o'clock. A few months ago Mr. Gore's physicians advised him to retire from active work in the office on account of nervous prostration. He came to Livingston where he battled with his disease until a few days ago when typhoid fever set in, which was the immediate cause of his death. The remains were interred at Paron at 3 p. m. yesterday. He leaves two bright little girls without parental protection; his wife having preceded him only a few months. Our sympathy goes out to the bereaved relatives and friends. (Overton County) [Date: 9/23/1897, Vol. X, No. 49, Page 8]

Gore, M. D.: Death of M. D. Gore. - NASHVILLE, Nov. 27. -- M. D. Gore who was employed as a guard at the Centennial, died Thursday at midnight at the City Hospital. He was a Sergeant of the force and served throughout the entire six months of the Exposition. He was about 25 years old, and his home was at Gainesboro, Tenn. About two weeks ago, Mr. Gore was taken ill with fever, from which he never rallied. During the last days of his illness his father was at his bedside. He was one of the most popular men on the guard force and was presented with a gold watch at the close of the Centennial. For some time he was with the State troops at Coal Creek. A brother of his lives here, who was at one time on the police force. During his illness Mr. Gore was under the care of Smiley Lodge No. 90, which organization attended the remains to the train yesterday morning. The burial will take place at his home this afternoon. [Date: 12/2/1897, Vol. XI, No. 7, Page 1]

Goss, W. A.: This morning Elton Gushee shot and killed instantly killed W. A. Goss, with forty-four caliber Winchester rifle, at his home about seven miles east of here. (Cumberland County) [Date: 8/26/1897, Vol. X, No. 45, Page 1]

Green, Millard F.: Mr. Millard F. Green, of Celina, Clay county, died at his home last Sunday morning of fever. Mr. Green was one of the best known business men of the upper Cumberland section. He has served his county two or three times as county court clerk, and was filling his fourth term as county Trustee at the time of his death. He was well beliked by nearly every one who knew him, and was a general favorite with all who had social or business relations with him. He was open, frank and many at all times, and a most valuable man to his fellow men. The people of Clay will especially miss him, for with them he was most popular. His death is exceedingly regretted not only in Clay but in Overton, Putnam, Pickett, Jackson and others. The bereaved family has the sympathy of a wide circle of friends who most keenly share in their grief and sorrow. [Date: 3/25/1897, Vol. X, No. 23, Page 1]

Grimsley, W. B.: W. B. Grimsley, of Otto, died Tuesday with paralysis. (Overton County) [Date: 4/8/1897, Vol. X, No. 25, Page 1]

Gwaltney, Betsy Ann: Mrs. Betsy Ann Gwaltney, widow of Thomas Gwaltney, deceased, died at her home in Hickman last Thursday, aged about 63 years. (Smith County) [Date: 3/11/1897, Vol. X, No. 21, Page 1]

Hall, Ida: The statement in our issue of one week ago that Ida Hall, the wife of Hiram Hall, had been drowned in the well, has been proven to be an error. The woman was murdered by her husband and sank in the well. He made a confession last evening admitting that he murdered her and gave the details. Hall stated that his wife took a bucket and started to the well. He picked up another bucket and followed her. He kicked her down. She caught with her foot against one side of the well and did not fall entirely in as he expected. He kicked her foot loose, which caused her to fall in the water, but she was still clinging to the rocks to support herself when he struck her on the back of the head with a large rock and fractured her skull. He then took a board that was lying near by and pushed the senseless form under the water and ran away. The reason assigned for the killing is, that the dead woman was the principal witness against her husband in a pistol case now pending in court, and that the murderer wanted his wife out of the way so that he could marry another woman. (Cumberland County) [Date: 9/2/1897, Vol. X, No. 46, Page 1]

Hall, Mrs. Hiram: Word comes that Mrs. Hiram Hall, who lives about eight miles south of town, fell in the well this morning and was drowned. (Cumberland County) [Date: 8/26/1897, Vol. X, No. 45, Page 1]

Hammock, W. M.: We regret to learn of the death of Judge W. M. Hammock which occurred at Lebanon last Sunday. Judge Hammock was Judge of this judicial circuit sor (sic) several years and made a most excellent Judge, but resigned to accept a position in the land office in Oklahoma. [Date: 1/14/1897, Vol. X, No. 13, Page 5]

Hampton, George P.: Hon. Geo. P. Hampton died at his home in the 7th district of this county, Thursday morning, Sept. 9, of fever and kidney disease. He was 81 years old last May. Mr. Hampton represented White county in the Legislature of 1870-1871, and was an up-right and popular citizen. (White County) [Date: 9/16/1897, Vol. X, No. 48, Page 8]

Hampton, George P.: Memorial Sketch. -- Hon. George P. Hampton was born in Jackson county, tenn., May 8, 1816, and departed this life at his home near New Ark, White county, Sept. 9, 1897. He was a son of William Hampton and his mother's maiden name was Nancy Morgan, daughter of Job Morgan, late of Spring Creek, Overton county. His educational opportunities were limited, but at an early age winning a great thirst for knowledge, he became a student of is uncle Daniel M. Morgan, a baptist minister, under whose training he obtained a reasonably fair english education for that period. In early life he developed those habits of industry that characterized him through life. A practical farmer he was a active worker himself, requiring non of his employees to do more than he did with his own two hands. The write often had occasion to remark that he was the most assiduously industrious man he ever knew, save one, and that one was his teacher, already alluded to. In early manhood he was married to Elizabeth Price, daughter of Geo. Price of he Cross Roads of that name, in one mile of which place he located and spent his life principally in agriculture pursuits, demonstrating clearly the fact that a farmer, by honest toil, may gain a competency and live independent. By this marriage he was blessed with a large family of sons and daughters, all of whom have made honorable citizens. Those who survive him and reside in this section begin with him in his last sickness. The first companion preceded him to the grave some years ago and afterwards married Lucy Dalton, who, as a faithful and loving wife, nursed him in his last sickness, and with his children, grandchildren, and numerous other relatives and friends, mourn his departure. In politics deceased was a whig and afterwards affiliated with the Democratic party so far as he had any political predilections. In 1869 - 70 he represented White county in the Legislature but refused a second nomination, being disgusted with the great amount of "foolishness and waste of time" indulged in by that body has he expressed it. He served his people many years as Justice of the Peace, and his decisions were so eminently just that they were seldom appealed from. In religion he was a primitive Baptist, being a member of the church for many years. In the correctness of his faith he had an abiding confidence, and as is characteristic of members of that denomination, had no compromise to make at any time with what had the least appearance of wrong. Having passed the age of three score and twenty-one, without a murmur of complaint, he yielded to an attack of fever and quietly, and apparently without regret, passed over the river of death, leaving the example of a well spent life for the emulation of those who survive him. G. H. M. [Date: 10/21/1897, Vol. XI, No. 1, Page 5]

Hancock, Child of Mrs.: Saturday night Mrs. Hancock gave birth to a child, which to all appearance was healthy, but the little one became sick in a few hours and died. Mrs. H. is getting along nicely. (Algood) [Date: 9/9/1897, Vol. X, No. 47, Page 1]

Harris, William: Wm. Harris, who lived one mile south of town, died Tuesday night with some chronic disease. (Overton County) [Date: 9/23/1897, Vol. X, No. 49, Page 8]

Harris, Martha M.: Mrs. Senator Harris Dead. Paris, Jan. 20 -- Mrs. Martha M. Harris, wife of Senator Isham G. Harris, died at the residence of T. H. Conway in Paris at 1 o'clock this morning, after an illness of over a month's duration. The remains were carried to Memphis for interment to-night. The deceased lay was in her 74th year, and was a native of Henry county, being a daughter of Maj. Edward Travis, a prominent gentlemen of this county in ante-bellum days. She was married in Paris to Senator Harris on July 6, 1843, by Rev. R. W. Cole. Four sons survive her, J. E., Ed., Isham and Charley. Two brothers, Col. W. E. Travis and Mr. James S. Travis, live in this county. She was a member of the M. E. Church, South and a lady of quiet tastes. She has lived in Paris since her husband's election to the Senate. [Date: 1/28/1897, Vol. X, No. 15, Page 1]

Henry, Wife and Son of Frank: The strong and irresistible cycle of death has visited the home of Frank Henry in the upper Calf Killer and in one short week the mother and five year old son sleep side by side in the old grave yard. The son, Jakie, died on Tuesday evening at sunset and his wife on Saturday evening at the same hour. Such as occurrence falls like a dark pall over the entire community and cast a shadow in many a home. The death of the child was caused by diphtheria and that of Mrs. Henry from fever. (Dug Hill) [Date: 9/2/1897, Vol. X, No. 46, Page 1]

Hickey, Elijah: Uncle Elijah Hickey, aged 83 years, died at his home last week. He has been a consistent Christian for many years and leaves a host of friends and relatives to mourn his departure. He left 78 descendents who seen to be lost without the old leader. (Burton) [Date: 7/15/1897, Vol. X, No. 39, Page 1]

Hickman, Elijah: Rev. Elijah Hickman, who has many relatives in White county, died at his home in Putnam county, near the White county line, Friday last, and was buried at the home place. (White County) [Date: 7/15/1897, Vol. X, No. 39, Page 1]

Hooper, Mr.: Mr. Charles G. Sims, editor and publisher of The Citizen, received a dispatch last Saturday morning from Springfield, Robertson county, announcing the sudden death at that place of his father-in-law, Mr. Hooper. Mr. and Mrs. Sims left immediately to be present at his funeral. The Press deeply sympathizes with Mr. Sims and his sorrowing wife. [Date: 7/22/1897, Vol. X, No. 40, Page 5]

Howard, Dolly: Dolly Howard, of the 2d district, died last week. It is whispered that she was badly beaten by some persons the night before and driven out of her house. [Date: 7/22/1897, Vol. X, No. 40, Page 5]

Hudgens, Baby of Bum: Bum Hudgens, who has been here since he brought his wife's remains from Nashville, was preparing to return to Nashville last Monday with his two little girls, when he got a telegram announcing the death of his two weeks old baby. (White County) [Date: 8/26/1897, Vol. X, No. 45, Page 1]

Hudgens, Wife and daughter of C.: The people of this vicinity sympathize with C. Hudgens in the death of his wife and little daughter, which occurred at Nashville recently. Mr. Hudgens came up with the remains and has been with John Cooper, at Yankeetown since that time. (White County) [Date: 8/26/1897, Vol. X, No. 45, Page 1]

Hudson, Andy: Andy Hudson, of Cassville, died Tuesday nigh, of fever. He was buried at Old Zion Wednesday. (White County) [Date: 9/16/1897, Vol. X, No. 48, Page 8]

Hunter, Mrs. Crockett: Mrs. Crockett Hunter died at her home Friday and was buried Saturday. (Goffton) [Date: 10/14/1897, Vol. X, No. 52, Page 1]

Hunter, Braxton: We regret to learn just as we go to press that Rev. Braxton Hunter, of Goffton, died at his home last Tuesday evening. Mr. Hunter was 87 years of age, and a man of culture, being a class-mate of Henry Ward Beecher. He was a very modest man and lived the life of a humble christian, and leaves a large circle of relatives and friends. Peace to his memory. [Date: 7/22/1897, Vol. X, No. 40, Page 5]

Jackson, Henry: Henry Jackson, who lived two miles east of Cookeville, died on Wednesday night of last week. [Date: 12/16/1897, Vol. XI, No. 9, Page 5]

Jackson, John: John Jackson, Deputy Sheriff, of Putnam county, shot and killed himself at home in the 3d district on Falling water last Saturday morning. It is not definitely known whether the shooting was accidental or done on purpose as no one was present at the time. His wife had but a few moments before left the house, and was on her way to the home of Levi Jackson, father of the deceased, where a crowd had assembled to thresh wheat. The pistol shot was heard by her and others. Soon afterwards a boy went over to the house to look up some hoes, when he discovered Jackson was dead on the floor. On examination it was found that a bullet had entered his left breast, ranging upward just above his heart coming out on the right shoulder and lodging in the top of the door facing. When Mrs. Jackson left him he was examining some papers, and told her to go to his father's that he would overtake her. He was then sitting in a chair in front of an open trunk. When found his shirt had been split for ten or fifteen inches with a knife at the place where the ball entered, but his knife was found closed in his pocket, and the pistol with one chamber empty was lying at his feet. The general opinion is that the deed was done on purpose, but other think it was accidental. Mr. Jackson had been in bad health for several months, and had lost some property. It is said his mind was somewhat unbalanced. The occurrence is much regretted by all who know him. [Date: 7/8/1897, Vol. X, No. 38, Page 5]

Jake, Infant of Tonie: An infant child of Tonie Jake's died last Sunday. (Goffton) [Date: 9/16/1897, Vol. X, No. 48, Page 1]

Johnson, Mrs. J. M.: Mrs. J. M. Johnson died a few days ago of typhoid fever. Her remains were taken to Sparta for interment. (Monterey) [Date: 12/2/1897, Vol. XI, No. 7, Page 1]

Johnson, Jonathan: Little Jonathan, the one year old child of Henry Johnson, our Constable, died at his home on Sparta Street at 7o'clock Saturday evening after a short and painful illness. (Dekalb County) [Date: 11/25/1897, Vol. XI, No. 6, Page 8]

Johnson, Mrs.: In our local columns last week we stated that Mrs. Burris, of Roaring river, died on Sunday evening; this was a mistake, it was Mrs. Johnson, who lives further up the river. Mrs. Burris is thought to be improving. (Jackson County) [Date: 5/13/1897, Vol. X, No. 30, Page 1]

Johnson, Herman: Mr. and Mrs. Will Johnson have the deep sympathy of the entire community in the loss of their 15 year old son, Herman. It is a strange but nevertheless true fact that for the past few years that in most instances when death has visited this community it has claimed for its own the young, the fair, the brightest, the heart's most cherished treasures. . . . [Date: 6/10/1897, Vol. X, No. 34, Page 1]

Johnson, Son of William: Drs. J. B. S. Martin and S. B. Fowler performed a very delicate, but successful operation a very delicate, but successful operation on a son of William Johnson, who lives seven miles south-east of Cookeville, last Friday. The boy strained himself at a log rolling. An incision was made about six inches long in his abdomen, where it was found his intestines were locked in two places. Since the operation the boy is said to be doing well and in a fair way to recovery. LATER. -- He died Monday morning. [Date: 5/27/1897, Vol. X, No. 32, Page 3]

Jones, Myrtle: A Shocking Affair. -- A most shocking tragedy occurred in Buffalo Valley last Wednesday. Myrtle the little daughter of P. Jones, Jr., was shot in the back and instantly killed, it is thought by Lewis Wilkerson, a small boy, the son of John Wilkerson. Mr. Jones had a pistol in the house and the little Wilkerson boy got hold of it in the morning and was playing with it. It was taken from him and placed on the mantle. While Mr. Jones and wife were out of the house a shot was heard in the house. Mrs. Jones ran in and found both of the little children on the floor as if they were hurt. She gathered them up and found that little Myrtle was shot through the body, the ball entering the back and coming out in its breast; the other little baby was slightly wounded in the face. The Wilkerson boy was in the house at the time but he denies having committed the deed, but the conclusions are that he did, as it would have been impossible for the child to shoot herself in the back. It is thought and believed that the shooting was entirely accidental as the boy was young and had no grudge against the child. Mr. and Mrs. Jones have the sympathy of the entire community. [Date: 4/15/1897, Vol. X, No. 26, Page 5]

Jones, Jane: It is with the deepest sorrow that we are callow (sic) upon to announce the death of Mrs. Jane Jones which occurred at the home of her brother-in-law, Capt. M. L. Gore at 12 o'clock Monday night Mrs. Jones had been confined for many months with a complication of disease and her intense suffering during that time was said to have been very great. (Jackson County) [Date: 7/22/1897, Vol. X, No. 40, Page 1]

Keathley, Henderson: Henderson Keathly, one of the oldest citizens of the county, died last Saturday morning in the 3d district. He was upwards of 80 years old and was highly esteemed by every one. (White County) [Date: 1/21/1897, Vol. X, No. 14, Page 1]

Key, Joe: TRAGEDY AT CARTHAGE. -- Felix Woodward Crushes Joe Key's Head with a Stick. -- Carthage, April 12 -- Saturday shortly after sundown Joe Key was killed Felix Woodard about four miles from here on the Hartsville pike. Both are farmers living near this city. It seems that Woodard was at his home when Key and one John Gregory went to where he was and commenced a quarrel with him as to some charges they understood Woodard had made against them. They alighted from their horses and the quarrel grew very warm, resulting in Woodard striking Key with a stick over the head, crushing the skull and killing him instantly. The evidence is somewhat conflicting as to what Key was doing at the time. Woodard's statement is that he was coming at him with an open knife, and that Gregory had a pistol drawn on him. An open knife was found in Key's hand after he was killed. Woodard then turned his attention to Gregory, chased him for some yards, and took the pistol away from him and told him to leave. This he did. Key and Gregory were both drinking heavily. After the killing Woodard came to town and delivered himself to Sheriff Malone, telling him what he had done, and went to jail. His trial is set for today. Woodard is corroborated in his statement by a negro who saw the affair. (Smith County) [Date: 4/15/1897, Vol. X, No. 26, Page 1]

Kidwell, Annie: Mrs. Annie Kidwell, a sister of Gen. W. G. Smith, died at her home twelve miles from Sparta today. (White County) [Date: 9/9/1897, Vol. X, No. 47, Page 1]

King, Daughter of Mr. and Mrs. W. R.: Last Friday there were born to Mr. and Mrs. W. R. King, of near town, twins -- a boy and girl. The girl died Saturday. [Date: 6/17/1897, Vol. X, No. 35, Page 5]

Koger, Tillman: Tillman Koger, a very aged citizen died at his home on West Fork last Thursday. (Overton County) [Date: 4/15/1897, Vol. X, No. 26, Page 0]

Lard, Mrs.: Mrs. Lard died at her son-in-law's Noah Beam, last Sunday, aged 78 years. She was an estimable old lady. (White County) [Date: 1/21/1897, Vol. X, No. 14, Page 1]

Lawrence, Son of Wilse: Killed his Sister. ALEXANDRIA, June 18. -- A little boy of Wilse Lawrence's who lives about two miles from town on the Statesville road, accidentally shot his little sister Wednesday. The boy is only 7 years old and was playing with a pistol when it was discharged the ball taking effect in the little girl's head, producing a fatal wound. [Date: 6/24/1897, Vol. X, No. 36, Page 1]

Ledbetter, John Mack: John Mack Ledbetter died very suddenly, at his home, near Nettle Carrier, Tuesday. (Overton County) [Date: 11/18/1897, Vol. XI, No. 5, Page 8]

Lee, Barney F.: Esq. Lee Dead. -- We are sorry to learn that Esq Barney F. Lee of Monterey, one of the most popular young men of Putnam county, and one of the most substantial members of County Court, is very low with consumption at his home Monterey and is not expected to live. Esq. Lee has resigned his office and also disposed of his stock of goods at Monterey. [Date: 11/25/1897, Vol. XI, No. 6, Page 1]

Lee, Ollie: A Good Lady Dead. -- Monday morning at 4 o'clock the good wife of Rev. T. A. Lee quietly breathed her last at her home just north of town. She had been suffering some time with dropsy and the physicians were unable to check the dread disease. Mrs. Lee was Miss Ollie Matheny. She was a truly good Christian lady, a devoted member of the C. P. church and possessed of all the good womanly graces. Her friends are legion and deeply deplore her untimely end. She was the mother of several excellent children. Her remains were buried in the Cookeville cemetery Monday afternoon. [Date: 9/9/1897, Vol. X, No. 47, Page 1]

Livingston, Wife of John: The wife of John Livingston, of near Hilham, died on the 27th, of fever. (Overton County) [Date: 12/9/1897, Vol. XI, No. 8, Page 8]

Lockhart, Polly: Mrs. Polly Lockhart, died at the residence of her son, Mr. Andy Lockhart at this place, Tuesday, Nov. 31st after a short but painful illness. (Dekalb County) [Date: 12/16/1897, Vol. XI, No. 9, Page 8]

Loftis, Henry: GAINESBORO, Sept. 20. -- Quite a considerable excitement was created here last Saturday when it became know that ex-trustee, Henry Loftis had committed suicide at his home, six miles from this place. Mr. Loftis had been in Nashville for the past season in the saloon business. He returned home about ten days ago in very poor health. His financial affairs caused him much trouble, and for these reasons he determined to end his life. He leaves a wife and a large family of children. He has held many important positions in this county, among which was trustee, and was always considered a first class citizen. [Date: 9/23/1897, Vol. X, No. 49, Page 1]

Luke, Mary: Mrs. Mary Luke, wife of Tom Luke, died last Thursday night. She leaves a husband and several small boys. (Ditty) [Date: 3/11/1897, Vol. X, No. 21, Page 1]

Lyles, Fannie: Miss Fannie Lyles died last Sunday morning at the home of her parents, Mr. and Mrs. James Lyles, near town. (Dekalb County) [Date: 10/28/1897, Vol. XI, No. 2, Page 8]

Mace, W. L.: W. L. Mace, formerly a citizen of this county, died at his home in Binghampton, N. Y., June 11th. [Date: 8/26/1897, Vol. X, No. 45, Page 1]

Manier, Wife of Green: The wife of Green Manier, col., died last Monday. [Date: 3/4/1897, Vol. X, No. 19, Page 5]

Marshall, Ben: Ben Marshall died at his home near town Saturday morning after an illness of about five weeks' duration. He was well known in our community and held in much esteem. As a musician he was a genius, and two years ago held the position of music instructor in Mary Sharp College. (White County) [Date: 11/25/1897, Vol. XI, No. 6, Page 1]

Martin, Buck: Buck Martin, living near Monroe, died last Wednesday. (Overton County) [Date: 8/26/1897, Vol. X, No. 45, Page 1]

McBroom, Mrs. Flem: Mrs. McBroom Dead. -- BLOOMINGTON, Dec. 13 -- Mrs. Flem McBroom, who lived near here, died last Friday. She was the daughter of Jordan Perkins, of Cookeville, and a most estimable lady. [Date: 12/16/1897, Vol. XI, No. 9, Page 1]

McComic, Rancy: Rancy McComic a former resident of Dry Valley died at his home on Calf Killer last Tuesday and was buried at Sand Spring's Wednesday. (Goffton) [Date: 2/18/1897, Vol. X, No. 18, Page 1]

McReynolds, Daughter of William: A daughter of William McReynolds of the 10th district died last Saturday morning at her father's home. [Date: 2/4/1897, Vol. X, No. 16, Page 5]

Meeks, Pleas: Last week Pleas Meeks, a prosperous and well known citizen of Chanute, in company with three other men, started to Jamestown on business. The trip proved too long for one day and decided to camp on the road. They built up a fire by a small pine tree where they prepared supper, and then lay down in the wagon. Next morning two of the crowd arose and just as they got the morning meal ready they discovered the tree was in the act of falling. They made an alarm when Meeks and his mate in the wagon started to escape, but as they got to a half bent position the tree fell, lime striking Meeks on the neck. He was not thought to be seriously hurt, but grew worse until the second day when he died. He leaves a wife and one daughter and a host of friends who mourn their loss. (Overton County) [Date: 11/11/1897, Vol. XI, No. 4, Page 8]

Merritt, B. M.: After a few weeks of painful illness Sheriff B. M. Merritt peacefully breathed his last at his home at the jail Friday night Nov. 5th at 11:05 o'clock surrounded by his family and many sympathizing friends. His death came not unexpected as he had been very ill for the past month and for the past week it has been known that it was impossible for him to recover. (Dekalb County) [Date: 11/18/1897, Vol. XI, No. 5, Page 8]

Mitchell, William: William Mitchell died at the home of his half-brother. T. L. Mitchell, in the country, Tuesday morning last, of heart trouble and dropsy, aged about 60 years. (White County) [Date: 6/24/1897, Vol. X, No. 36, Page 1]

Morgan, D. G.: We are grieved to report the death of Dr. D. G. Morgan, of Hillham, Tuesday morning. (Overton County) [Date: 2/18/1897, Vol. X, No. 18, Page 8]

Murphy, John: John Murphy, who was hurt by his horse falling on him some two or three weeks ago, died of heart failure at his home five miles south of town Monday morning. (Cumberland County) [Date: 8/26/1897, Vol. X, No. 45, Page 1]

Neal, Eli: Mr. Eli Neal died of consumption this morning. (Monterey) [Date: 12/2/1897, Vol. XI, No. 7, Page 1]

Neely, Bud: New reached here Monday morning from Granville, announcing the death of Bud Neely, a merchant of that place. (Jackson County) [Date: 3/25/1897, Vol. X, No. 23, Page 1]

Ogden, W. B.: Killed While Hunting. -- Mr. W. B. Ogden, of Gettysburg, S. D., who will be pleasantly remembered by several friends in Cookeville on account of his marriage in Cookeville a few years ago to Miss Lee Carpenter, a daughter of H. L. Henry, was accidentally killed while out with a hunting party near his home last week. [Date: 9/9/1897, Vol. X, No. 47, Page 7]

Owens, Child of Wm.: Child of Wm. Owens and wife, of Rome, died last Thursday week. (Smith County) [Date: 9/16/1897, Vol. X, No. 48, Page 8]

Parker, Daughter of Postmaster: One of Postmaster Parker's twin girl babies died last Monday. (White County) [Date: 7/8/1897, Vol. X, No. 36, Page 1]

Passons, Sallie: Mrs. Sallie Passons, wife of R. J. Passons, died at her home in this place last Sunday evening. (White County) [Date: 6/24/1897, Vol. X, No. 36, Page 1]

Peek, J. K.: We are sorry to learn of the death of J. K. Peek, which occurred at his home in the Second district last Tuesday. [Date: 4/22/1897, Vol. X, No. 27, Page 5]

Phy, Thomas: Thomas Phy, who lived about four miles east of town, died last Sunday. [Date: 8/12/1897, Vol. X, No. 43, Page 5]

Pistole, Thomas: Thos. Pistole, a substantial farmer of the 9th district, dropped dead at his home Tuesday. He was probably the largest man in the county, weighing about 340 pounds. He was about 55 years age. He was 6 1/2 feet tall and measured 62 inches around the waist. There was not a coffin in town large enough so one had to be made. It measured 7 feet long, 34 inches wife and 25 inches deep. [Date: 10/28/1897, Vol. XI, No. 2, Page 1]

Purdom, Robert Murray: In West Sparta, Wednesday night, May 26, Robert Murray, infant son of Mr. and Mrs. Purdom, aged 8 months and 21 days. The little one had suffered very greatly for eight weeks with asthma. (White County) [Date: 6/10/1897, Vol. X, No. 34, Page 1]

Richards, Elijah: Elijah Richards died in the 3d district of this county June 7, after a lingering illness with enlargement of the liver. (White County) [Date: 6/17/1897, Vol. X, No. 35, Page 1]

Richmond, Dolph: Dolph Richmond Killed. -- A horrible accident happened at Bon Air, White county, last Friday evening which resulted in the death of Dolph Richmond, formerly a citizen of Jackson county. Mr. Richmond, with a party of laborers, was loading logs on a wagon and rolling them up with a rope. White lifting a heavy log the rope broke and it commenced rolling down the skids towards Mr. R. Seeing the approaching danger he attempted to run out of the way but stumbled and fell over a bush and before he could get up the log passed over his body crushing his head and body. Death came instantly. His remains were shipped through here Saturday to Jackson county for interment and was accompanied by his wife. Mr. Richmond was the son of James Richmond, and a splendid citizen. [Date: 8/12/1897, Vol. X, No. 43, Page 5]

Richmond, Dolph: Mr. Dolph Richmond, from Jackson county was instantly killed by a log rolling over him, out on the mountain near W. C. Lyles mill. He leaves a wife and three children. (Dug Hill) [Date: 8/12/1897, Vol. X, No. 43, Page 1]

Robertson, James: James Robertson, of the Sixth district, died Oct. 15, 1897, aged 82 years. He died of fever. Mr. Robertson was a land mark and a good citizen. (White County) [Date: 10/28/1897, Vol. XI, No. 2, Page 8]

Russell, Bud: Saturday last at Lyles saw mill on the mountain Bud Russell, an attache of the mill, was instantly killed by being cut into by the saw. The mill was sawing timber for the floor in the Sparta bridge. Russell had run a pair of trucks up to receive the lumber when the carriage came upon him. The saw split his left leg, cut through his stomach, split his heart open and passed out through his left shoulder, entirely severely his body in twain, throwing the pieces six feet from the saw. He did not utter a sound, and the sawyer did not know he had been hit until he saw the two pieces thrown out. A more horrible accident never occurred than this one. A man was killed at this same mill only a month or so ago. Bud Russell leaves a wife and one child. (White County) [Date: 10/21/1897, Vol. XI, No. 1, Page 8]

Sapp, ---: A young man by the name of Frazier stabbed to death a young man by the name of Sapp, in Big Bottom, White Co. last Sunday. They were playing and got mad and fought with the result stated above. Frazier was arrested [Date: 6/3/1897, Vol. X, No. 33, Page 3]

Saylors, Jane: Mrs. Jane Saylors, a highly esteemed old lady, who lived in the 7th district, died last Friday, aged 77 years. (White County) [Date: 3/11/1897, Vol. X, No. 21, Page 1]

Scarbrough, Alex: Alex Scarbrough, an old and respected citizen of Solon, White county, died Monday. He was one of White County's oldest citizens and a good man. (White County) [Date: 9/9/1897, Vol. X, No. 47, Page 10]

Scott, Bent: Last Friday, at the saw mill of Smith & Ferguson, in the edge of Overton county, Bent Scott was shot and killed by Ben Quarles. It is said that Scott's wife filed a bill for divorce and had sued out an attachment for Scott's property and Quarles was executing the writ when Scott resisted him, or to say the least of it, a difficulty arose over it. It is said that Scott seized an ax and was about to use it on Mr. Quarles, who fired not him with a Winchester rifle. Scott then turned to run when Quarles fired again striking him in the back and killing him instantly. Quarles has not been arrested so far as heard from. [Date: 5/27/1897, Vol. X, No. 32, Page 3]

Scott, Baby of Mr. & Mrs. E. Y.: The little baby of Mr. and Mrs. E. Y. Scott died Monday night of membranous croup. (Dekalb County) [Date: 9/9/1897, Vol. X, No. 47, Page 10]

Shields, T. W.: Mr. T. W. Shields, who has been sick with fever for several weeks, died Wednesday at 12 o'clock. A more extended notice will appear in next issue. [Date: 8/5/1897, Vol. X, No. 42, Page 5]

Shipley, Eli: An obituary notice of Eli Shipley, who died at his home near Irby last Saturday, will appear next week. [Date: 2/18/1897, Vol. X, No. 18, Page 5]

Simpson, Mrs. Tobe: Mrs. Tobe Simpson, of near Old Zion, died Sunday morning of fever. She leaves a husband and several children to mourn her loss. She was a good wife and mother. (White County) [Date: 10/7/1897, Vol. X, No. 51, Page 8]

Sloan, Mrs. Frank: Mrs. Frank Sloan, who lived near Virgil, died last Saturday after a lingering illness with consumption. She was one of those good christian women who bore up under her afflictions with a fortitude that was marvelous. She leaves a family and a host of friends who deeply mourn her loss. [Date: 11/4/1897, Vol. XI, No. 3, Page 5]

Smith, Mathew: Mr. Mathew Smith, an old and highly respected citizen of the 15th district, died last week. Mr. Smith was an old Confederate soldier and was for many years surveyor of the county. He was a man of integrity and much usefulness, sober, upright, full of charity and kindness to those dependent upon him. A good husband, and indulgent father and a useful citizen. Peace to his memory. [Date: 8/5/1897, Vol. X, No. 42, Page 5]

Smith, Sept: Nim Bullington shot and killed Sept Smith at Liberty last Wednesday. (Dekalb County) [Date: 8/26/1897, Vol. X, No. 45, Page 1]

Smith, Sallie: Miss Sallie Smith, living near Alpine, died of dropsy last Saturday. (Overton County) [Date: 8/19/1897, Vol. X, No. 44, Page 1]

Smith, Ellen: Miss Ellen Smith, daughter of Uncle Ben Smith, died in this city last Saturday. Miss Smith was an excellent woman in every respect, and her aged father has the sympathy of the entire community. [Date: 4/29/1897, Vol. X, No. 28, Page 5]

Smith, W. P.: Rev. W. P. Smith Dead. RIVER HILL, Sept. 4. -- Rev. W. P. Smith died at his home near this place on the 31st of August after a short illness with typhoid fever. His death was unexpected and a great shock to the community. Bro. Smith was a C. P. minister for 55 years old and had made a considerable reputation as an educator, having taught in Cookeville, Oliver Springs and White county. He was a splendid type of Christian manhood, and his loss will be keenly felt by the church and public generally. [Date: 9/9/1897, Vol. X, No. 47, Page 1]

Smith, Son of Mr. & Mrs. Ad: The little three year old son of Mr. and Mrs. Ad Smith met with a painful death last Friday. It accidental set down in a vessel of hot water, receiving injuries from which it died Friday morning. It was a very bright and interesting little boy, the idol of its parents, and have the sympathy of all in their great sorrow. (White County) [Date: 5/27/1897, Vol. X, No. 32, Page 1]

Smith, Hugh B.: Hugh B. Smith, Sr., a prominent and highly respected citizen, of Granville, died suddenly on July 1 of heart disease. (Smith County) [Date: 7/15/1897, Vol. X, No. 39, Page 1]

Smith, Tilman: Tilman Smith, who lived near Eagle Creek, died of fever, last Sunday. (Overton County) [Date: 11/18/1897, Vol. XI, No. 5, Page 8]

Smith, Jonathan: Jonathan Smith and family, who recently moved from this place to Chanute, Pickett county were shocked by lightening one day last week, from the effects of which Mr. Smith died on Sunday. [Date: 8/5/1897, Vol. X, No. 42, Page 5]

Smith, Mrs. Matt: News reached us Monday that Mrs. Matt Smith, who is well known in this county, died at her home near Celina on last Saturday, while undergoing a surgical operation for a tumor. (Overton County) [Date: 11/4/1897, Vol. XI, No. 3, Page 8]

Snodgrass, Charley: Charley Snodgrass, col., died last Sunday. He drew a pension from the government, which will stop, as he left no family dependent on him. (White County) [Date: 2/18/1897, Vol. X, No. 18, Page 1]

Stanton, Sr., Sid: Mr. Sid Stanton, Sr., of the 10th dist., died last Saturday and was buried Sunday. [Date: 4/22/1897, Vol. X, No. 27, Page 5]

Stewart, Josie: Mrs. Josie Stewart died at her home at Boma Monday and was buried near here Tuesday. She leaves a husband and two small boys to mourn her departure. (Byrne) [Date: 8/19/1897, Vol. X, No. 44, Page 1]

Stewart, John: Jumped In A Well. -- John Stewart, of the 7th district, committed suicide Tuesday morning by jumping into his well, dying shortly after the fatal leap. The cause for his rashness is not known, save that his mind had been wandering for a few days. [Date: 12/16/1897, Vol. XI, No. 9, Page 5]

Swift, Sallie: Mrs. Sallie Swift an old and highly respected widow lady died at the home of her niece Mrs. Wilcox, in this city last Tuesday. She was about 84 years old, and has been in delicate health for years. Mrs. Swift was an excellent pious christian woman and leaves many surviving friends and relatives behind her. [Date: 3/18/1897, Vol. X, No. 22, Page 5]

Taylor, Chess: Chess Taylor died at his home at Hicks in the 10th civil district, Monday, Oct. 11, at 5 o'clock. He had been very sick for the past week and his death was not unexpected. (Dekalb County) [Date: 10/21/1897, Vol. XI, No. 1, Page 8]

Terry, Jess: CHERRY CREEK, Sept. 25. - Jess Terry died yesterday after an illness with typhoid fever. Mr. Terry was one of our best citizens, and most successful farmers. His death will be felt by a host of friends. [Date: 9/30/1897, Vol. X, No. 50, Page 1]

Thompson, R. E.: Col. Thompson Dead. -- We regret to learn of the death of Col. R. E. Thompson which occurred at his home in Lebanon last week. Col. Thompson was well and favorably known all over Tennessee. He was a lawyer of ability and a pronounced democrat. His death will be regretted by all who knew him. [Date: 11/25/1897, Vol. XI, No. 6, Page 1]

Tinsley, Mary: Mrs. Mary Tinsley, an aged lady of Hilham, died on the 7th and was buried near her old home n Tinsley bottom on the 8th. (Overton County) [Date: 8/26/1897, Vol. X, No. 45, Page 1]

Turney, Joe: Killed in a Well. -- SPARTA, Sept. 4. -- Yesterday afternoon Joe Turney, colored, was walling up a deep well for M. Miller when without warning several tons of earth caved in on him, burying him sixty feet under ground. Heroic efforts were at once put into operation for his rescue. But as dirt kept falling in curbing had to be put in before they could remove the debris, and it was not until today the body could be taken out. Of course the negro was dead. He was found in a stooping posture, just like he was putting a rock on the wall when the avalanche came down on him. (White County) [Date: 9/9/1897, Vol. X, No. 47, Page 1]

Verble, Ida: Ida Verble, colored, wife of Abe Verble, shot and killed herself last Friday at the home of her mother-in-law, about 2 miles north of Algood. She had gone up into the second story of the house and was lying on a pallet on the floor. Her husband was on the porch below and her mother-in-law in the kitchen when they heard the report of a pistol up stairs. They went up and found her shot through the body near the heart, and a pistol fresh at her side. Her clothes were burned and she was also powder burned. She was still breathing slightly when her husband got to her. Suspicion at first rested to some extent on her husband but the jury of inquest decided that it was a case of suicide. [Date: 4/29/1897, Vol. X, No. 28, Page 5]

Walker, Acquilla: Mr. Acquilla Walker one of the oldest citizens of the 3d district died from paralysis last Sunday night. Mr. Walker was the father of Wm. Walker, and grand father of Henry and Dibrell Walker who were killed by young Terry some time ago. [Date: 4/1/1897, Vol. X, No. 24, Page 1]

Waters, William: Wm. Waters, Bon Air, started to town Wednesday in a buggy with Tom Shrawbreck, who also lives at Bon Air. Between the Frank Dibrell farm and the mountain the buggy broke down, throwing Waters violently to the ground and dragging him some distance. Shrawbreck came to town to get a doctor but failed to get one. He was found and put on the mountain train and conveyed to Bon Air, suffering great pain. He died of his injuries later that night, his skull being fractured. He leaves a wife and several children. (White County) [Date: 10/21/1897, Vol. XI, No. 1, Page 8]

Watson, John S.: An Aged Citizen Gone. -- We regret to announce the death of Esq. John S. Watson which occurred at his home n Falling Water, in this county, last Tuesday. He was about 83 years old and died from old age. Mr. Watson was a native of Virginia, having moved to this State with his parents when a child. He was a man of strong natural sense and has served as Justice of the Peace in Putnam, White and Fentress counties for fifty years or more. Esq. Watson was an old time Jeffersonian Democrat and never failed to go the polls and vote the straight ticket. During his life he drew around himself a large circle of friends and is the father of a large family of grown children. He leaves a wife and several children, two of his sons being members of this bar. Peace to his memory. [Date: 10/28/1897, Vol. XI, No. 2, Page 1]

Webb, Washington: News reached Sparta Wednesday of the death of Washington Webb, a prominent farmer and one of the oldest men in White county, at his home in 3d district. He was 84 years old and father of 10 children, six of whom are yet living. (White County) [Date: 4/15/1897, Vol. X, No. 26, Page 1]

Whitaker, James: In Memory of James Whitaker -- Whereas, time with his sickle keen has cut from our midst one of our friends and schoolmates, Mr. James Whitaker, who only a few days ago in the bloom of life and manhood was with us, we the pupils of Yeargan school in order to show the esteem which we held for him off the following resolutions: . . . [Date: 2/25/1897, Vol. X, No. 19, Page 5]

White, Charles: In our last issue we gave the serious illness of Mr. Charles White, of Monroe. We are now grieved to chronicle his death which occurred last Friday morning. Burial services were conducted by the Masons, of which order he was a worthy member. (Overton County) [Date: 2/25/1897, Vol. X, No. 19, Page 1]

Wiggins, Eliza: We regret to announce the death of Mrs. Eliza Wiggins, wife of Tilman Wiggins, which occurred at her home 2 1/2 miles south of this place last Wednesday morning. Mrs. Wiggins was a noble christian woman. (Ditty) [Date: 3/11/1897, Vol. X, No. 21, Page 1]

Wilhite, Irb: We learn that Irb Wilhite, who was shot and seriously wounded by George Roberson some two months ago, on Cherry Creek in White county, died from the effect of the wound last Thursday night. We also learn that Roberson was arrested last Friday morning and carried to Sparta, and that the grand jury was investigating the charge. [Date: 1/28/1897, Vol. X, No. 15, Page 5]

Willeford, Noah: Noah Willeford, of Hilham, died of fever a few days ago. (Overton County) [Date: 11/18/1897, Vol. XI, No. 5, Page 8]

Woodall, Joe: Joe Woodall was shot and killed at a Christmas tree in White's Bend Christmas night. It seems that the Sunday school had a Christmas tree at the school house in the Bend and Woodall attended. While the exercise was going on a young man named Meadows came to the window and called Woodall out and in a short time the report of a gun was heard and Woodall ran to the house and fell in at the door. We understand he died without speaking a word. (Jackson County) [Date: 1/14/1897, Vol. X, No. 13, Page 1]

Woodward, F.: We learn that a Mr. F. Woodward was waylaid and assassinated near Carthage last Sunday by some unknown person. It will be remembered that an account of a killing appeared in this paper about two months ago involving this same man Woodward in the killing of another person. Mr. Woodward and his wife were riding along the road when he was fired upon and killed. No arrests. [Date: 5/27/1897, Vol. X, No. 32, Page 3]

Worley, Baker: Baker Worley, an old and respected citizen died at his home in the 11th district last Monday. Mr. Worley has long been a member of the Masonic Fraternity, and was buried Tuesday with Masonic honors. (White County) [Date: 6/24/1897, Vol. X, No. 36, Page 1]

Worthington, Jennie: Mrs. Jennie Worthington, formerly Mrs. Edwin Tibbs, died, last Saturday at her home in Van Buren and was buried Sunday at Greenwood, in this county. She was the daughter of Wm. Stewart, formerly of this county, and was a most excellent lady and leaves a large circle of relatives and friends who are grieved to learn of her death. (White County) [Date: 1/21/1897, Vol. X, No. 14, Page 1]

Wright, Fred: Wrong Man Killed. -- Raid on Moonshiners Results in One Man's Death. -- One of the Buyers Stopped the Fatal Bullet of one of the Posse. -- CARTHAGE, Dec. 9. -- Last night S. S. Harper, Deputy United States Marshal, accmpanied (sic) by Sheriff Malone and a chosen party of men, left Carthage for the purpose of arresting Tom Dobbs and Sam Ivory, two notorious wildcatters and violators of the revenue laws, who had a forty-gallon barrel of illicit brandy and were selling it on the river bank about four miles from Carthage. When the Deputy Marshall and posse arrived Dobbs, who was armed with a double barreled shotgun, resisted arrest and then started to run up the river bank. Fred Wright, who was there ostensibly for the purpose of buying brandy, ran with him. Afar they had ran up the bank some distance they were called on to stop by some of the posse, but only answered by firing two pistol shots. Some one of the posse then fired on Dobbs and Wright was accidentally shot, so that he died in a few hours. No one intended to shoot Wright and did not know he was with Dobbs. Late Wednesday evening Dobbs sent word to Deputy Marshal Harper that he would die before he would be arrested. Both Dobbs and Ivory were apprehended and are now in jail. The barrel, containing about twenty gallons of the brandy, was found and is in the hands of Mr. Harper. Every one regrets Wright's death, but rejoice in the capture of Dobbs and Ivory. It is not know wheather (sic) Wright's people will attempt to prosecute any of the posse for shooting him. It is the general opinion that the posse were carrying out the law, and are not guilty of any crime, as Wright's death was purely accidental. [Date: 12/16/1897, Vol. XI, No. 9, Page 1]

Wright, Mrs. John: Mrs. John Wright, who lived two miles north of town, died Friday. Mrs. Wright was very old, and her health has been failing for some time. She was a good christian lady, and will be greatly missed by her family and friends. [Date: 9/30/1897, Vol. X, No. 50, Page 5]