Obituary George W. Dowdy
George W. Dowdy, a highly respected citizen of Saulsbury, died of paralysis Monday, Dec. 2, 1918. Mr. Dowdy was born near Saulsbury, August 30, 1842. When 19 years of age, he entered the Confederate service in Company K of the 154th Regiment Infantry. At Murfreesboro he was wounded in the head. He served gallantly and faithfully during the four years and was honorably paroled at Gainesville, Ala. After the surrender he returned home and engaged as a salesman and in 1872 he and the late F. M. Cargile formed a partnership in the mercantile business which continued successfully for many years. At the time of his death he was engaged in merchandising. In May, 1866, he was united in marriage to Miss Sallie E. Whitlow, who with several children survive. For 40 years Mr. Dowdy was a member of the Missionary Baptist Church at Saulsbury. His remains were laid to rest in the city cemetery, five of his sons acting as pall-bearers. Dr. G. M. Savage conducted the funeral and his remarks concerning his departed friend were most impressive and beautiful.
(b: 30 Aug 1842, d: 2 Dec 1918)
Source: original newspaper clipping in scrapbook created by Ada Clark Stroup of Saulsbury
