BRYANT, Charles Goddard (19 Dec 1912)

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Obituary Charles Goddard Bryant

The angel of death again brought general sorrow to this community when just before the noon hour on December 19th 1912, the soul of Charles Goddard Bryant passed from earthly cares to the life beyond the grave.

At an age when manhood was at its best, with a devoted wife, a sweet baby boy and holding the respect and confidence of all who knew him, causes us to wonder at the just and righteous will of God, who in his wisdom has seen best to cast this shadow upon the young wife, to take from the boy baby his precious father and to cast a dark cloud of sadness upon many near and dear relatives and friends.

The bereaved ones have the heartfelt sympathy of many friends and acquaintances here and elsewhere, and the prayers of the God-fearing will go up to the giver of all good for the peace, comfort, welfare and protection of the heart-broken young wife and the precious infant son.

May the angels guide him both to a better world, to a happier meeting with loved ones gone to the place where there is no sorrow, no parting.

The remains were interred at Saulsbury, Friday, Rev. A. S. Wells, of Bolivar, conducting the funeral service. Deceased was a member of Moscow Camp No. 57, W. O W.

Walter I. Jewell

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MANSON, Joseph A. (24 Jan 1901)

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Obituary J. A. Manson

Hon. J. A. Manson Dead

The announcement of the death of Hon. Joseph A. Manson, which occurred at his home in Saulsbury, Thursday, January 24, 1901, will be read with deep sorrow. He had been in declining health for several year, and the end was not unexpected by his immediate friends. His remains were buried in the Saulsbury Cemetery with Masonic honors. The stores of the town closed and an immense crowd was present to pay respect to his memory.

Mr. Manson was born July 28, 1842, in McDonough, Ga. He was educated at Emory College, Oxford, Ga., where he was at school when the war broke out. He entered Company A., Cobbs, Ga., as private. In 1863 he was promoted to rank lieutenant; November, 1863 he received a wound from the explosion of a hand grenade, at Knoxville and was disabled for a month. April, 1865, he was captured and imprisoned at Johnson’s Island, where he was held two months. After his release be resumed his studies at college, graduating in the year 1867. He taught school at Bolivar, LaGrange, Tenn., and Saulsbury until 1880. He was elected to represent Hardeman County in the legislature in 1876, and served with so much credit and distinction that he was chosen each succeeding term until 1884, serving on term as Speaker of the House. In 1893 he was appointed by President Cleveland United Stated Marshal for the Western District of Tennessee, which position he held for several years and filled with signal success. He aspired to Congressional honors in 1900, but was defeated for the nomination. At the time of his death, he was one of the Trustees of the Western Hospital, having been appointed by Gov. McMillin. He leaves a wife and six children.

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McDOUGAL, R. W.

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Obituary R. W. McDougal

R. W. McDougal died at the home of his daughter, Mrs. E. L. Lightfort, in Bolivar, Saturday morning last. The remains were interred in Union Cemetery Sunday morning, Rev. E. R. Overby conducting the funeral services. Mr. McDougal was 64 years of age, a Mississippian by birth. For a number of years he was a resident of Hardeman County. The latter years of his life were spent in Cairo, Ill. He was a Confederate soldier, enlisting at the age of 16 and served gallantly until the end of the struggle, and was wounded at the battle of Perryville. He was twice married and is survived by six children.

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BOSTWICK, Dr. Robert M.

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Obituary Dr. Robert M. Bostwick

At 2 0’clock yesterday morning Dr. Robert Montrose Bostwick died at his residence, corner of Cooper and Herbert avenues. Dr. Bostwick was born in Charlotte, N. C., on January 21, 1834 and was directly descended from an ancestry of considerable revolutionary fame. He was graduated from the Louisville Medical College, and a short time after his graduation, he removed to Hardeman County, Tenn., and settled near Saulsbury. About twelve years ago he came to this city. He was married in June, 1869, to Miss Fannie Guy, who died several years ago. At the outbreak of the civil strife, Dr. Bostwick enlisted in the 154th Tennessee Regiment and was commissioned captain Sept. 16, 1863. During the course of the war he served on the staff of Gen A. J. Vaughan. On September 3, 1846, Dr. Bostwick received a wound, from the effects of which he never fully recovered. The death of Dr. Bostwick will be a sore blow to numerous friends and relatives. The immediate family of the deceased consists of Graham Bostwick and two daughters, Mary Lou Bostwick and Mrs. Lena Allen.  – Commercial Appeal

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DIXON, Dorothy Milstead (11 Dec 1913)

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Obituary Dorothy Milstead Dixon

The angel of death entered the home of Mr. G. L. Dixon, of Rogers’ Springs and took from him his beloved wife, Dorothy (nee Milstead) who was born in Tippah County, Miss., Oct. 10, 1872, died December 11, 1913. She professed faith in Christ at an early age, and was a consistent member of the M. E. Church. She was sick five months, and bore her affliction with Christian fortitude. She often spoke of death as “going home.” She called her loved ones around her and told them that heaven was not far away and for them to meet her there. She leaves a husband, one daughter, four sons, two brothers, two sisters, an aged father, several other near relatives and a host of friends to mourn for her. Weep not, bereaved one; Christ promises not to leave you comfortless, and may you be comforted by the blessed hope of meeting your loved on over in the bright beyond. May your tears as they fall on the new made grave be tears of grief and not without hope. Sister Dorothy was a devoted wife and mother, a kind and loving sister and a good neighbor. On the evening of December 12th, her remains were laid to rest in Ramer Cemetery in the presence of a large number of sorrowing friends. The funeral services were conducted by her pastor, Rev. W. H. Holland, assisted by Rev. E. H. Steward of Saulsbury, in a beautiful tribute in her Christian character. May her children ever cherish her memory in their hearts and strive to emulate her virtues until they too hear the sweet message, “come ye blessed of the Lord.”

Her sister

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GRAHAM, Annie (29 Mar 1914)

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Obituary Annie Graham

God in His infinite wisdom has seen fit to call from this world of sin and suffering one whom we all loved, Mrs. Annie Graham.

She was born on March 25, 1895 at Saulsbury, Tenn., and departed this life March 29, 1914, at her home near Moscow. On Jun 29, 1913, she was united in marriage to Mr. Wm. Graham, who with a loving father, mother sister and two brothers survive. She professed faith in Christ in 1907, uniting with the Baptist Church at Saulsbury, living a Christian life until she was called home.

Deceased was a daughter of Mr. and Mrs. T. J. Dilliard, of Moscow. She told her mother so often that she had prayed that God might take her home, where there was no more suffering. Always loving, kind and sympathetic, willing to help those who were in trouble, her place is one that can never be filled. Look up, dear loved ones and strive to say, “Thy will be done,” and may we all so live that when we are done with life we may go to meet dear Annie in heaven.

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MOORE, Martha (23 Dec 1913)

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Obituary Martha Moore

Our dear Heavenly Father in His wise providence has seen fit to remove from Ruth Chapter Order of Eastern Star No. 37 of Saulsbury, Tenn., our dear and beloved sister, Miss Martha Moore. She was dear to our hearts. Her seat is vacant in our chapter, for she was a faithful member, always ready to do what she could for the good of our chapter and for the advancement of God’s cause. She was a consistent member of the Baptist church. She departed this life Dec. 23rd, 1913. Funeral services were conducted in her home by her former pastor, Rev. A. S. Wells, assisted by Rev. E. H. Stewart, pastor M. E. Church, attended by her relatives and a large host of friends, after which the Eastern Star Fraternity with becoming reverence paid the last sad tribute of respect to the memory of their dearly beloved sister. As a tree is fertilized by its own broken branches and falling leaves, so our souls are ripened out of broken hopes and blighted affections. The nightingale is said to sing more sweetly when resting against a thorn; so too the touch of sorrow brings out the minor chords and fashions anew the music of our lives into more perfect consonance with the choir invisible. We see there is a lesson to be learned when we are called upon to give up some object around which our affection clings. It is in order that Christ might reign supreme in our hearts. Therefore, be it resolved:

1st, That in her death we have lost one of our honored and esteemed members, the father and mother a dutiful daughter, the brother and sister a kind affectionate sister, the church a zealous member, living in the Christian hope and whose religious qualities commanded the respect and esteem of all who knew her. Though we deeply deplore her death, our hearts are comforted in the belief that she rejoices in hopes realized.

2nd, That we condole with the family of our departed sister in their bereavements whose broken circle can only be reunited in the undiscovered country from whose borne no traveler ever returns.

3rd, That we ever cherish her memory in our hearts and strive to imitate her virtues that we too may hear the glad welcome: “Well done thou good and faithful servant, enter thou into the joys of the Lord.”

4th, That the chapter room be draped in mourning for thirty days; that these resolutions be spread upon the minutes of Ruth Chapter No. 37, also published in the county papers and a copy furnished the family of the deceased sister.

J. W. Wright

Bettie Press

Lizzie Sauls

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BARRETT, W. L.

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Obituary W. L. Barrett

ASHLAND, Miss., Sept. 9 – W. L. Barrett, 77, died at his home in the Moran hotel here, after a long illness. He was a Confederate veteran and is survived by three daughters – Mrs. Kate Casey of Tupelo; one living here and one in Texas; and one son, W. L. Barrett, of Texas.

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SAULS, D. C. (31 May 1913)

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Obituary D. C. Sauls

D. C. Sauls, Sr., aged 68 years, died Saturday morning at his home in Saulsbury. Mr. Sauls was born and reared in Saulsbury, where his entire life was spent. He followed agricultural pursuits and was one of the most substantial and highly respected citizens of our county. He entered the army when a young man, serving gallantly in Company E, Twenty Second Tennessee Regiment. The surviving relatives are his widow, two daughters and four sons. The remains were interred in Sauls cemetery Sunday afternoon

(b: 7 Apr 1845, d: 31 May 1913)

 

Resolution

We, your committee, appointed to draft suitable resolutions of respect on the death of our friend and brother, D. C. Sauls, respectfully submit the following preamble and resolutions:

Brother D. C. Sauls died after a lingering illness at his home near Saulsbury, Tennessee.

Brother D. C. Sauls was 68 years of age and had lived in this community all his life. He was a consistent member of the M. E. Church, South, from early manhood and had served the church as steward for many years, also had served as Sunday School Superintendent for about forty years.

In July, 186, at the age of 17, he enlisted in Richardson’s Company, 22nd Tennessee regiment serving through the battle of Shiloh. Was discharged on account being under 18 years of age, after which he joined the Cavalry and later the 7th Tennessee Cavalry, Gen. Forrest’s old regiment, Col. Kelly Commander.

The funeral services were conducted by Rev. E. H. Stewart, Pastor of the M. E. Church, South, amid a large crowd of relatives and friends, after which the Masonic Fraternity with becoming reverence paid the last sad tribute of respect to the memory of their departed friend and brother.

Therefore, death having again invaded our ranks and called from labor to refreshments our dear beloved friend and brother, D. C. Sauls, be it resolved –

First, That in his death this lodge has sustained a great loss.

Second, That we earnestly strive to emulate his virtues, especially his devotion to his fraternity and church.

Third, That while we keenly feel our loss and mourn his untimely death, we meekly bow in humble submission to the Grand Master above who rules and worketh for the good of all.

Fourth, That we extend to the sorrowing family of our deceased brother our sincere and heartfelt sympathy in this their hour of sad bereavement.

Fifth, That the usual badge of mourning be worn by the members and used in the lodge room for 30 days.

Sixth, That a copy of these resolutions be spread upon the minutes of the lodge, a copy furnished the county papers for publication and a copy sent to the family.

Done by order of Berlin Lodge 170, F. & A. M., Saulsbury, Tenn. This 7th day of June, 1913

A. Godsey

L. Goddard, M. D.

H. Floyd

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FINGER, Sue (10 May 1911)

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Obituary Sue Finger

Mrs. Sue Finger died Wednesday evening, after an illness of several months, at the residence of Hon. H. E. Carter, in Bolivar. Deceased was about 65 years of age, and was the daughter of the late Rev. W. H. Crofford. She is survived by two daughters, Mrs. H. E. Carter and Miss Effie L. Finger, and by three brothers, J. M., J. A., and Walter Crofford. She was a woman of culture and refinement and a devout Christian. The remains were laid to rest in Spring Hill Cemetery, near Saulsbury.

(dated May 10, 1911)

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