Sanderson, Mr. - 1907
Jacksboro
Gazette
June 6 1907
Mr. Sanderson who lived near Park Springs was killed by lightning last
Friday. He was sitting in the room adjoining one where the lightning
came down a stove pipe. He was buried at Crafton by the Masons. He
leaves a wife and three children and a host of friends to mourn his
loss.
Sartain, J.C. - 1919
The
Jacksboro News
Thursday, September 25, 1919
Resolutions of respect for Brother J.C. Sartain who died 21 August 1919.
Boons Creek Lodge No. 541, A.F. & A.M.
Survived by wife and child.
Sauls, D.A. - 1910
The
Jacksboro Gazette
Thursday, November 3, 1910
D.A. Sauls of Pleasant Hill died at his home Wednesday.
Scaenese, Bailey - 1911
The
Jacksboro Gazette
Thursday, January 5, 1911
Bailey Scaenese of Jermyn died 25 December 1910 at the home of his
kinsman, Alex Ringhoffer.
Scarborough, Rebecca - 1907
Jacksboro
Gazette
March 28 1907
Deaths
Rebecca Scarborough, 57 years, Crafton, March 3
[no other obituary]
Scroggin, Bud - 1881
The
Rural Citizen
Thursday, March 24, 1881
Found Hang
The dead body of an unknown man was found on last Saturday in Howard
Valley, nine miles from Jacksboro, hanging by the neck and shot nine
times through the back. Who his executioners were, or why he was
executed, has not yet been ascertained, but as a part of men have been
in the vicinity in pursuit of stolen horses, it is presumed the deceased
was found with the stolen property in his possession and met his fate at
the hands of Judge Lynch.
The Rural Citizen
Thursday, June 16, 1881
Frank and Will Kirby and Joel Blackwell were arrested in Parker County
on 15 June 1881, on a charge of murder of Bud Scroggins and were brought
to Jacksboro 16 June 1881. Blackwell proved himself to be, not the man
wanted and was released.
It is alleged that the Kirbys with others not yet arrested, went to the
Indian Territory in search of stolen mules and found the mules and
arrested Scroggins and started to return with Scroggins under arrest.
Some days after the dead body of Scroggins was found hanging to a tree
on Howard's Creek in Jack County. They waived an examining trial and
gave bond in sum $1,000. each.
Searber, Rufus M. - 1929
Rufus
M. Searber of Post Oak died at his home 25 August 1929.
The Jacksboro Gazette
Jacksboro, Texas
Thursday, September 5, 1929
Seidler, Charles - 1884
The
Rural Citizen
Jacksboro, Jack county, Texas
Thursday, May 22, 1884
In Memoriam
At a meeting of Fort Richardson Lodge, A.F. and A.M. in the death of
Brother Charles Seidler.
Mr. Charles Seidler died at his residence in Jack county on 4 May 1884.
He was born in Saxony, 14 September 1828, came to America in 1845, and
soon after joined the army under General Scott, and served throughout
the Mexican War, during which he was wounded by a shell. He married in
August 1851, and remained in the 5 U.S. Infantry until 1856, when he was
transferred to General Harney's regiment, the famous 2d Dragoons. He
remained in this regiment until 1865, when he was appointed Ordinance
Sergeant U.S.A. and served at various forts on the Atlantic coast and in
the west, until 1874, when he became a civilian, having completed about
28 years of active and continuous service. From papers in his
possession, and the records of the War Department, it is evident that
Mr. Seidler was a useful man in every position he occupied, and his
numerous honorable discharges and certificates would in any other
country, have entitled him to substantial and honorable recognition.
Seidler, William - 1906
Seidler,
Catherine - 1907
Jacksboro Gazette February 14 1907
Obituary
At Jacksboro, Texas, on 12 February 1907, occurred the funeral of Mrs.
Catherine Seidler, who died at Bowie, Texas, 8 February 1907, at the age
of 70 years.
Mrs. Seidler was one of the oldest settlers of Jacksboro, having come
here with her husband, Charles Seidler,[deceased in 1884] when Fort
Richardson was first established.
Charles Seidler was a native of Germany, and upon his arrival in
America, at the age of 19 enlisted in the U.S. Army. He was in active
service during the Mexican and Civil Wars. A wound received in the
Mexican war was the ultimate cause of his death. He died in 1884 at the
age of 57 years and was buried at Jacksboro, under the auspices of the
Masonic Lodge, of which order he was a member in high standing.
Charles and Catherine Seidler were the parents of William and Louise
Seidler. William Seidler died at Bowie, Texas on 21 March 1906, and was
buried there by the Woodmen of the World of which order he was a member.
His remains were moved to Jacksboro and re-interred by the side of his
mother at the time of her funeral.
Charles and Catherine Seidler have five living descendants: their only
daughter - Mrs. S. Louise Robertson and her three children - Francis
Charles Radaz, Catherine Radaz and Mrs. Lake B. Grow and child, Grace
Louise Grow, all of Breaux Bridge, Louisiana.
Sewell, A. - 1899
Died
Mr. A. Sewell died at his home last Saturday, 12 November 1898. Mr.
Sewell had been suffering of cancer for many months and had undergone a
number of operations hoping to be cured, but all hope was abandoned and
all realized that he could not live long and could never be restored to
health.
Mr. Sewell was one of Jack county's old and highly respected citizens,
and was a member of the Christian church at Jacksboro. He had many
friends who sympathize with his wife and children in their bereavement.
The Jacksboro Gazette
Thursday, March 2, 1899
Sewell, L.A., Mrs. - 1909
Jacksboro
Gazette
Jacksboro, Texas
Thursday, January 28, 1909
Mrs. L.A. Sewell died at her home last Friday. Mrs. Sewell had long been
a consistent and devoted member of the Christian church where she will
be missed.
She had long been a resident of Jack county.
Shadle, Sam - 1930
Sam
Shadle, a prominent lawyer of Weatherford died of apoplexy. Mr. Shadle
was well known in Jacksboro having practiced in the district court.
Jacksboro Gazette
Jacksboro, Texas
Thursday, July 24, 1930
Sharp, William A. - 1930
William
A. Sharp, 75, died Friday at his home.
Funeral at the Presbyterian church of which he was a member officiated
by Rev. J.R. Hudson, pastor of the First Christian church.
Mr. Sharp had been a resident of Jacksboro for many years and was well
known. Survived by three sons - Roy, Lon and Carl.
[paper is washed out and hard to read]
Jacksboro Gazette
Jacksboro, Texas
Thursday, August 28, 1930
Sharp, William A., Mrs. - 1911
Mrs.
William A. Sharp
Mrs. W.[William] A. Sharp died very suddenly from heart attack Monday[16
October 1911]. She had not been well for several weeks. Mrs. Sharp was a
member of the Baptist church and funeral conducted by Rev. J.B.
Fletcher, pastor of the First Baptist church with interment in Oakwood
cemetery. She leaves her husband and three sons, Roy C., Lonnie and
James Carl Sharp.
The Jacksboro Gazette
Thursday, September 14, 1911
Shaw, Alvin - 1909
Jacksboro
Gazette
Jacksboro, Texas
Thursday, July 8, 1909
Thursday, 17 June 1909, the death angel called from home our dear loved
one, Alvin Shaw, 21 years, 4 months, 6 days.
He suffered more than seven weeks. He will ever be a sweet and beautiful
memory to all who knew him, and his life was so pure and noble that it
must serve to uplight those with whom he was associated.
Shelley, Charles - 1889
Charles
Shelley who was shot near Stampede Springs is expected to die. He was
shot three times. The man who did the shooting is still at large.
Jacksboro Gazette
February 7, 1889
Jacksboro, Jack, Texas
Shelton, Everett E. - 1912
The
Jacksboro Gazette
Thursday, November 28, 1912
Everett E. Shelton, infant son of Mr. And Mrs. W.E. Shelton
died Tuesday and was buried in Oakwood cemetery.
Sherwood, W.M. - 1912
The
Jacksboro Gazette
Thursday, October 17, 1912
A very sad accident occurred last Saturday when W.M. Sherwood of
Newcastle fell from a wagon and broke his neck.
Mr. Sherwood was one of the old pioneers of Jack County, having settled
near Post Oak in the early days.
Mr. Sherwood, in company wit his wife, was visiting his grand-daughter
Mrs. Anderson Epps of Roberts Prairie.
Survived by his wife, three daughters, Mrs. Jones of Newcastle, Mrs.
Hood of Olney, Mrs. Hanis of Cleburne, one son Ð S.E. Sherwood, of
Cleburne, formerly of Jacksboro.
Shields, Ernest Odell - 1912
The
Jacksboro Gazette
Thursday, April 18, 1912
The death angel visited our community 3 April 1912 and took little
Ernest Odell Shields, the infant son of T.J. and Maggie Shields. Little
Ernest Odell lived on earth three months and 27 days. Mama and papa,
sisters and brothers weep not for little Ernest is sweetly sleeping in
the arms of Jesus.
Shipman, Son of G.W. - 1900
The
Jacksboro Gazette
Thursday, August 30, 1900
G.W. Shipman of Brownwood came up Saturday with the corpse of his little
son, three years old. The train stopped at Carrolls creek where the
corpse was taken off and buried in the Carrolls Creek cemetery.
Shuck, Clara Eugenia - 1942
The
Jacksboro Gazette
Jacksboro, Texas
January 15, 1942
Mrs. W.T. Shuck of Bryson died Jan. 9th. Funeral services were held at
the Bryson Baptist church, Saturday, Jan. 10th, at 2:30 p.m. Rev. J.T.
Bolding officiating, with assistance of Rev. A.E. Hughes and Rev. G.C.
Randolph. Mrs. Chambers and Mrs. Bryson sang a special request song.
Interment was in Cottonwood cemetery.
Clara Eugenia Shuck was born March 5th, 1901 in Parker County where she
lived two years old then coming to Bryson where the remainder of her
days were spent.
She was married to W.T. Shuck July 28th, 1928. One child: Donald Curtis
preceded her in death. Survived: husband; seven children; three sisters;
one brother.
She was converted and united with the Baptist church at the age of 20.
Shuffler, C.M., Rev.
Rev.
C.M. Shuffler, father of Ralph Shuffler, editor of the Olney Enterprise,
died suddenly of paralysis at Clarendon. Mr. Shuffler was known to quite
a number of Jacksboro people, and his son has their sympathy in the
death of his father.
The Jacksboro Gazette
Thursday, November 16, 1911
Sibley, Charles H. - 1902
The
Jacksboro Gazette
Thursday, April 3, 1902
Charles H. Sibley, died last Monday night. Mr. Sibley was a member of
the Presbyterian church and Knights of Pythias. He leaves his wife and
four children. Mr. Sibley's brother-in-law and sister, Mr. And Mrs.
Norris of Graham were with him at his death. Funeral conducted by the
Knights of Pythias at Oakwood cemetery.
Simpson, Don A. - 1910
The
Jacksboro Gazette
Thursday, December 8, 1910
On 25 November 1910, little Don A. Simpson, baby son of Superintendent
and Mrs. D.J. Simpson formerly of Bridgeport but now of Decatur. The
little fellow was two years, two months and five days of age. Survivors:
parents. Professor Simpson was for several years a popular teacher at
Gibtown.
Simpson, Earl - 1919
The
Jacksboro Gazette
Thursday, March 6, 1919
On 30 April 1884, a little boy named Earl came into the home of Mr. And
Mrs. Joe Simpson. He grew to quiet manhood under the protecting care of
these Christian parents. He was a good, quiet, obedient child. At home
and at school he gained the love and admiration of all with whom he
associated.
He was valedictorian of the graduating class from the Jacksboro High
School in 1904.
After his graduation he left the home he loved so well and took a course
in the State University. But he never ceased to love his home and his
parents, brothers and sisters. He always kept in touch with them, even
though he never again made his home with them. He loved travel and the
quiet unpretentious life he could lead while traveling. He had a sense
of right and wrong, and never allowed public opinion to influence his
decisions and actions. He never sought notoriety, but lived modestly in
seclusion and yet he was great and was recognized by those who knew him
as being a man of intellect and worth.
When the United States became in need of his services he was ready to
answer to the call of humanity. He became a lieutenant in the United
States army. He was about to leave Camp Dodge, Iowa, for France when he
died, 21 October 1918.
His parents have lost a loving, obedient son; his two sisters and three
brothers recognizing that the strongest of them had been taken.
Simpson, J.P., Mrs. - 1908
The
funeral services of Mrs. J.P. Simpson were held at the home of her
parents, Mr. and Mrs. J.H. Timberlake, on East Archer street Friday. The
services were conducted by Dr. H.M. Neely, pastor of the M.E. Church,
who was assisted by Rev. J.G. Forester of Decatur and former pastor of
the Methodist church at Jacksboro.
The interment took place at Oakwood cemetery.
Many relatives from other Texas towns were called here by the death of
Mrs. Simpson among them were - Capt. and Mrs. Perkins and Mrs. Palmer of
Dallas, Mr. and Mrs. Sam Perkins of Greenville, Mr. and Mrs. Joe Perkins
and Frank Timberlake of Decatur, Mrs. Richards of Fort Worth.
Rev. J.G. Forester came by invitation to assist in the burial services,
as he performed the marriage ceremony in June 1907, that made Miss Lora
Timberlake and Mr. J.P. Simpson, husband and wife, and it was fitting
that he should perform the last sad rites of the lovely June bride.
The Jacksboro Gazette
Jacksboro, Texas
April 2, 1908
Simpson, J.P., Mrs. - 1908
The
sudden death of Mrs. J.P. Simpson at 3:00 cast a gloom over the town as
the news reached friends. She was well known and her friends were
numerous. The greatest consolation to her husband, parents and relatives
in her death, which seems to all who loved her, untimely, is that she
was a most devoted and earnest Christian and her daily life was a bright
evidence that she was prepared for death. While she is sadly missed by
all who knew her so well, yet all feel that she has entered that
beautiful home where there is no more sorrow. She joined the Methodist
church when quite young, and her life was a beautiful example of a
Christian woman.
She will be buried about 10:00 tomorrow morning at Oakwood cemetery.
Jacksboro Gazette
Jacksboro, Texas
Thursday, March 26, 1908
Simpson, J.W. - 1884
The
Rural Citizen
Thursday, February 21, 1884
J.W. Simpson, a respected citizen of Little Los Valley died last Friday.
Mr. Simpson had inflammatory rheumatism and his heart became affected
and death immediately ensued.
Simpson, J.W. - 1910
The
Jacksboro Gazette
Thursday, May 19, 1910
J.W. Simpson died in Fort Worth 15 May 1910.
Mr. Simpson had long been a resident of Jack county. He was a member of
the Christian church and the funeral was conducted by Rev. G.G.
Alexander, pastor.
He leaves a wife and two sons Ð P. and Oscar.
Simpson, Jess - 1923
The
Jacksboro Gazette
Thursday, July 26, 1923
Efforts are being made to locate the relatives of J.A., J.H. or Jess
Simpson, Burkburnett oil field worker accidentally killed while
dismantling a tank there Saturday. Simpson had light complexion, blue
eyes, brown hair, cut pompadour, five feet-six inches tall and weighed
about 160 pounds. He had a slight double chin. He had been employed by
the Invader Oil Company at Burkburnett, a telegram received by C.O. Hess
It was thought that the deceased had relatives in Jack county.
Simpson, Oscar M. - 1929
O.M.
or Oscar Simpson, was born 1 January 1881 about six miles southwest of
Jacksboro. His father was J.W. Simpson. His mother was Eva Ham Simpson.
He lived the most of his life in Jack County.
He graduated from A&M College in Bryan, Texas in the spring of 1900,
with highest honors in both mathematics and civil engineering. He was
captain of his company at the time of his graduation and was eligible
for a commission in the United States Army.
In college he was quarterback on the football team and was distinguished
as the fastest quarterback in the State of Texas at that time. He was
also the fastest man on the track team in the 100 yard dash. Converted
in a revival by Abe Mulkey in Jacksboro, he later joined the Christian
church.
Hattie Minnie Callahan, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. S.O. Callahan became
his wife on 25 December 1901. Two children were born - Mrs. Joe Robbins
of Wichita Falls; son - O.M. Simpson, Jr., 11 years old.
He began his work as civil engineer at Beaumont in 1900, when Spindletop
first came into prominence, on account of the discovery of oil. He made
the first correct map of the city of Beaumont, and his name is
perpetuated in that city by Simpson Avenue, named for him.
For several years he quit his profession because of ill health
contracted in the swamps of the rice districts near Beaumont. On 1
January 1924, when the construction of the Jack county Highway system
began Guy R. Johnston, resident engineer of Jack County selected him as
one of his assistants. The concrete bridge over Big Creek on the
Jacksboro- Chico highway was his construction. He was transferred to
Comanche County. Because of his work, he was broke down on 1 February
1929, he died in harness.
His name will be perpetuated in several counties in Texas because of the
work that he did.
Jacksboro Gazette
Jacksboro, Texas
February 7, 1929
The sad news of the death of O.M. Simpson was received. The remains were
returned to Jacksboro for burial in Oakwood cemetery. Funeral services
conducted at the Methodist church by the pastor, Rev. C.B. Garrett,
assisted by the pastors of the other churches.
Mr. Simpson was a native of Jack County. He was a graduate of the local
schools and of Texas A & M College. His interests have been with the
ranching business of Jack County in addition to being associated with
local business enterprises. He was actively identified with the building
of the Jack County system of highways and since their completion had
accepted a position as county engineer at Panhandle where he was living
when his death occurred. Survived: wife; 1 daughter - Mrs. Joe Robbins
of Wichita Falls; 1 son - O.M. Simpson, Jr.; mother - Mrs. Eva Simpson;
brother - Judge J.P. Simpson
Jacksboro Gazette
Jacksboro, Texas
Thursday, February 7, 1929
Simpson, W.E. - 1930
Jacksboro
Gazette
Jacksboro, TX
Thursday, September 11, 1930
W.E. Simpson died in Wichita Falls on Monday. The remains were
transferred to Decatur for burial.
Mr. Simpson was a prominent young business man of Decatur. Survived by
wife, who was Miss Elizabeth Thomas before their marriage and a small
son and other relatives in Bridgeport and Decatur.
Slater, Dan - 1910
The
Jacksboro Gazette
Thursday, October 27, 1910
Dan Slater died at the home of his son, J.W. Slater, Tuesday. He was 86
years old. He had been a member of the Christian church for over 60
years and took great pride in talking of the early history of his
church, which he knew from the beginning until the present time. He had
a bright memory until the last few days and took much interest in all
current events. He was especially proud of having seen Halley's comet
twice, which is rarely the case with one person.
Survivors: two sons Ð J.W.W. Slater of Jacksboro and one son in
Missouri, his former home.
Slater, James - 1905
Salt
Creek
Jacksboro, Texas
I will give you a brief history of the life of my brother, James Slater.
He was born in Missouri in 1831 and in 1850 he crossed the plains going
to the gold fields of California. He lived there 32 years and returned
to Missouri. He then wen to Illinois to run my widowed sister's farm,
where he lived for 20 years with her and her two daughters. They were
sick a good deal in Illinois and they concluded to sell out and come to
Jack County, Texas. They landed at our place - J.W. Slater's in October
1902. They all had good health here except my brother who was diseased.
About 10 September 1905 he was taken down with the old kidney trouble
and died 16 September 1905. He was laid to rest in Wesley Chapel
graveyard, leaving his brother, a sister, two nieces, and nephew, J.W.
Slater and his wife to mourn the loss.
Daniel Slater
Jacksboro Gazette
Jacksboro, Texas
Thursday, September 28, 1905
Slater, Warren - 1917
The
Jacksboro Gazette
Jacksboro, Jack County, Texas
Thursday, March 8, 1917
Warren Slater, answered the summons of the death angel last Wednesday at
his home near Jacksboro, and was laid to rest in the Wesley Chapel
cemetery, under the auspices of the order of Masons. He was a fine
character. Those who knew him most loved him best. [no stone found in
cemetery]
Smiddy, Mr. - 1929
Mrs.
W.R. Johnson received word that her father, Mr. Smiddy of Commerce, died
suddenly.
The Jacksboro Gazette
Jacksboro, Texas
Thursday, November 28, 1929
Smith, Beulah R. - 1919
The
Jacksboro Gazette
Thursday, January 30, 1919
Cundiff News
Health of the community is better. Several families have suffered from
influenza. Bryan Whitaker was the first one to pass away. [15 August
1896 - 12 January 1919] He was a noble young man and will be missed. Mr.
[J.A.] Welch was buried 19 January 1919. He leaves his wife, 3 children,
and his aged mother, [tombstone shows: 29 January 1872 - 18 January
1919] besides other relatives and friends to mourn his death. Monday, 20
January 1919 we witnessed the burial of Mrs. Luther [Beulah R.] Smith,
the daughter of M/M C.E. Johnson. [tombstone: 10 August 1891 - 20
January 1919]. She left 3 sweet littler girls. We feel sad when we think
of the homes being saddened by the deaths of our neighbors.
Smith, Elizabeth - 1930
Mrs.
Elizabeth Smith, 82, widow of the late Rev. D.J. Smith, died early
Sunday at the home of her daughter, Mrs. E.E. Bunnell, near Paradise,
Wise County. Funeral conducted by Rev. C.B. Garrett and Rev. C.N. Wylie
at the Graves graveyard. Survived: two sons - R.G. Smith of West
Memphis, AR; Ben Smith of Jacksboro; daughter - Mrs. E.E. Bunnell and
step-son - A.G. Smith.
Jacksboro Gazette
Jacksboro, Texas
Thursday, April 10, 1930
Smith, Infant of Mr. & Mrs. N.F. - 1923
The
Jacksboro Gazette
Thursday, October 4, 1923
The infant child of Mr. And Mrs. N.F. Smith died Wednesday.
Smith, J.P. - 1919
The
Jacksboro Gazette
Thursday, April 10, 1919
J.P. Smith passed away Tuesday. He died of a complication of diseases.
He was at the home of his daughter, Mrs. J.G. Brown at the time of his
death and at his bedside were Mr. Brown, Mrs. Frank Heath of Hedley, and
Milton and Jess Smith of Hedley are expected to arrive for the burial,
which will take place at Gibtown, the former home of Mr. Smith.
Smith, John M. - 1930
John
M. Smith, of Jacksboro died at his home on the Antelope highway,
Wednesday. His death was unexpected as he had apparently been in fairly
good health,and had been working and looking after his gas business.
Funeral services were held at the Roberts cemetery.
Survived by his widow; five sons - N.F. and John M., Jr., G.W., D.L.,
and D.C. Smith; four daughters - Mrs. Wes Dameron, Miss Hattie Smith,
Mrs. Oscar Jackson, Mrs. Dan Dameron; four brothers - W.H., J.A., S.D.
and T.N. Smith; three sisters - Mrs. C.L. Whitsitt, Mrs. Jim Crowley,
Mrs. G.W. Moore, all of whom reside in Jack County with the exception of
Mrs. Moore.
Jacksboro Gazette
Jacksboro, Texas
Thursday, January 30, 1930
Smith, N.F., Mrs. - 1923
The
Jacksboro Gazette
Thursday, November 22, 1923
Mrs. N.F. Smith of Jacksboro died at her home early Sunday and was
buried at Oakwood. Funeral conducted by Rev. W.W. Robbins of the First
Baptist Church.
The death of Mrs. Smith was a shock to the community. She was just
leaving her bed when she fell and died instantly. Survived by husband:
N.F. Smith; two small children; parents, Mr. And Mrs. J.C. Price; two
brothers Ð Homer Price of San Angelo; John Price of Jacksboro.
Smith, W.N. - 1911
The
Jacksboro Gazette
Thursday, September 14, 1911
Mrs. W.N. Smith of the Perrin ranch died at Clarendon and was buried at
Salesville this week.
Smith, William G. - 1924
The
Jacksboro Gazette
Thursday, November 20, 1924
The citizens of Jacksboro were shocked Saturday to hear of the sudden
death of William G. Smith from heart failure.
He was last seen alive Friday by Jesse Hill who visited the deceased in
his room over the First National Bank. Mr. Hill stated that at that time
he was in good spirits and was enjoying life. He was next seen when
found dead by employees of the Telephone Company Saturday. He had
apparently been dead for several hours at that time.
Mr. Smith was one of the best known men and probably had more friends
than any other person in Jack County. Coming to Jacksboro shortly after
1865, from his native home in east Tennessee, he became acquainted with
the different phases of the development of Jack County and was
considered an authority on many subjects. For the past 22 years he was
employed by the Perkins-Timberlake Company.
Funeral conducted by Rev. C.N. Wylie at the Presbyterian church and
interment took place at Decatur where other members of his family are
buried.
Mr. Smith was an active member of the Presbyterian church and the
Knights of Pythias Lodge. Survived by a nephew Ð Frank J. Ford; 2
nieces Ð Mrs. Annie Mill of Decatur and a brother and other relatives
in Florida.
Those going to Decatur for the funeral were: J.H. Timberlake, A.J.
Garner, F.W. McClellland, Howard Timberlake, George Garner, Claude
Harrison, E.E. Herring, Lon Sharp, Doyle Specht, Monroe Smith, N.L.
Stewart, W.H. Breech, W.M. Johnson, Hugh Spivey, Rev. C.N. Wylie of
Jacksboro, J.J. Perkins, F.P. Timberlake, H.O. Bowman, R.D. Kennedy of
Wichita Falls, H.T. Daugherty of Henrietta, Mr. And Mrs. Roger Waller of
Fort Worth.
Solomon, Infant of Mr. & Mrs. George - 1911
Cundiff
News
The infant child of Mr. And Mrs. George Solomon died Friday. The funeral
conducted by Brother Roach, Methodist presiding elder.
Bios
The Jacksboro Gazette
Thursday, July 13, 1911
Solomon, Luther T. - 1907
Jacksboro
Gazette
April 4 1907
Luther T. Solomon of Hastings, Oklahoma, was killed by lightning,
Thursday evening.
Somervell, Walter - 1886
The
Jacksboro Gazette
Thursday, November 25, 1886
Altar and Tomb
Walter Somervell were married to Miss Lizzie F. Cline, 20 November 1886
by Rev. W.H. Niles at the residence of George P. Frazer.
Walter Somervell, whose death this week has cast so great a gloom over
this community was born in Brownsville, Tennessee and came to Jack
County about four years ago.
Commencing the practice of the law here immediately after his arrival,
he very soon secured the confidence of this people, and in 1884 was
elected county attorney.
He was a consistent member of the Methodist church to which he belonged.
Two of his sisters came from their home to cheer his last hours. After a
short illness he unconsciously passed away. Survived by young wife, his
sisters.
[burial location was not recorded and unknown]
Spann, Henry N. - 1929
Henry
N. Spann of Winn Hill died 8 September 1929 and was buried at Winn Hill.
Survived: several sons and daughters.
The Jacksboro Gazette
Jacksboro, Texas
Thursday, September 19, 1929
Sparkman, Dwight M. - 1917
The
Jacksboro Gazette
Jacksboro, Jack County, Texas
Thursday, May 31, 1917
Dwight [M.] Sparkman, formerly of Vineyard, but late of Altus, Oklahoma,
died at his home in Altus last Friday, and was brought to Wizard Wells
for burial. Funeral held in the M.E. Church, Rev. Roy Patton
officiating. [he was born in 1900]
Sparkman, G.O. - 1942
The
Jacksboro Gazette
Jacksboro, Texas
January 3, 1942
G.O. Sparkman, age 67, passed away Dec. 26 at the Nazareth Hospital at
Mineral Wells. he was born near Dallas, tÁhe son fo John and Martha
Sparkman; became a Christian at the age of 17 and united with the
Missionary Batpist Church. He attended school at Letot and Denton,
Texas; was married to Eva Belle Buckalew in 1907. To them was born a son
Gus, Jacksboro; three daughters, Ersie Ramzy and Lillian Anderson,
deceased; Mrs. Vergie Bristow, Los Angeles, Calif.
In 1911 he was married to Ellen Elston near Dallas. To them were born
three sons: Leon, now in the army; Leonard, Los Angeles, Earl, Jacksbor
and a daughter, Dorothy, Ft. Worth.
He is also survived by one sister, Mrs. Irene Knight and four brothers,
J.W., J.M., and H.E. all of Dallas; except J.M. who is at Oakland,
California.
Fuenral services were conducted Wed. afternoon at the Thompson Funeral
home by Rev. A.R. Bilberry. Interment in the local cemetery.
Others attending the funeral: Mmes. and Messrs. June and Iran Sparkman,
Homer Owens, Miss Thelma Fisher, Cliff Sparkman, Dallas; Mrs. Orin
Goode, Farmers Branch; Mmes. and Messrs. C.L. Elston, D.J. Elston, Mrs.
Eliza Castleberry, Fort Worth; Mr. and Mrs. Oscar Browning, Keller; Mrs.
Harold Brentholz and sons, Harold and Glen, Denton; Mrs. A. Wills,
Benbrook; Mrs. H. Carver, Mineral Wells.
Spears, W.M. - 1904
W.M.
Spears died Sunday. Mr. Spears had been a citizen of Jacksboro for
several years and had made many friends here. He was a member of the
First Baptist church where his funeral services were conducted by the
Knights Templar, of which noble order he was a member.
Jacksboro Gazette
Jacksboro, Texas
Thursday, December 15, 1904
Captain W.M. Spears was born in Chambers County, Alabama, 21 July 1845,
and died 12 December 1904. He moved form Alabama to Louisiana when but a
small boy and remained there until after he was grown. While living at
that place he was married to Miss M.E. Callaway his first wife. During
their union there were born unto them nine children, four of whom are
still living. They moved to Texas about 20 years ago, first locating in
Bowie, at which place he lost his wife. About seven years ago he moved
to Jacksboro and was married to Mrs. C.I. Murphy, his second wife, with
whom he happily lived until his death.
While living in Louisiana he was converted and joined the Baptist church
and when he died was a member of the First Baptist Church of Jacksboro.
He was an ex-Confederate and an honorable member of the order of Knights
Templar.
Brother Spears had been a sufferer for a long time, but bore his
afflictions with Christian fortitude. His death was sudden to his many
friends.
Jacksboro Gazette
Jacksboro, Texas
Thursday, December 22, 1904
Sporer, Thomas D., Judge - 1917
The
Jacksboro Gazette
Jacksboro, Jack County, Texas
Thursday, January 4, 1917
One by one the men who were identified with the early life of Jacksboro
and Jack county are being called away. Early 23 December 1916, the
summons came to Judge Thomas D. Sporer, that his work on earth was
finished, to come up higher.
Judge Thomas D. sporer was in his 60th year. He was born in Gallaton,
Tennessee, 15 May 1867. His father was Professor F.A. sporer and his
mother Mrs. Sophia Bain Sporer. His paternal grandfather was born in
Bardon, Germany. On his mother's side was of Scotch descent and came of
a long line of distinguished Presbyterian ministers. In his life he
exemplified these parental idleness by his scholarly accomplishments and
his strong affiliation with the moral and religious movements of the
community.
He received his academic training in Austin College, Sherman, Texas, one
of the leading colleges of Texas, many of whose alumni are now filling
important places of trust and responsibility. He studied law and was
admitted to the practice of law at Sherman in 1880 or 1881. He removed
to Jacksboro, Texas in 1882, where he permanently located. In 1882
Jacksboro was a very much frontier town. The county was thinly settled,
there was but little farming and most of the country was an unfenced
open range.
Soon after coming to Jacksboro he identified himself with the
Presbyterian church of which he had been a member since his boyhood.
After giving up his work as superintendent he became teacher of the
Adult Bible classes. He was devoted to this kind of work, and made an
exhaustive study of each lesson before appearing in the presence of the
class.
With the assistance of others at a very early date they organized the
Sunday schools of Jack County, and there was held at Jacksboro one of
the best attended, most enthusiastic and helpful county Sunday school
conventions ever held in Jack County. He held several official positions
on his church board, and was regarded as an authority in church history
and jurisprudence. His home was ever open to visiting ministers, and he
entertained them so cordially and hospitably as to endear them ever
after to him and his family.
In politics he was a sterling and uncompromising Democrat of the old
school.
Judge Sporer was a member of the Knights of Pythias, Odd Fellows and
Masons. He became a master Mason soon after coming to Jacksboro. When
the Royal Arch Chapter was instituted he took the chapter and council
degrees, and when the Commandery was granted to Jacksboro he became a
Knights Templar. In 1913, he was appointed Deputy General Master of the
89th Masonic District.
He was connected with the organization of the First National Bank of
Jacksboro, was its attorney and one of its directors at the time of his
death. He was a general attorney for the Gulf, Texas and Western railway
Company. As an attorney he was well known throughout the State. His
practice extended over many counties. He was well known in our higher
courts having appeared there a great deal in his practice. He had the
honor of appearing before the Supreme Court of the United States in the
celebrated case of the T.&P. Railway Co. and Tucker vs. Eastin &
Knox, a distinction that but few lawyers attain. This case was hard
fought by the railway company. He won it in the district court of Parker
county where it was tried by the late Judge J.W. Patterson.
On April 23, 1909, Judge Sporer appeared before the Supreme Court. He
practiced law in Jacksboro for 34 years.
He was married 6 November 1889 to Miss Winnie McClure, who was the
daughter of Dr. R.L. McClure, so well known to the people of Jack county
before his death. The family consists of his wife, two daughters Ð Mrs.
H.H. Key and Miss Margaret who survived him; two brothers Ð Frank
Sporer of Sherman, Texas and Charles Sporer of Chicago; one sister Ð
Miss Josephine Sporer of Sherman.
Sporer, Thomas D., Mrs. - 1923
The
Jacksboro Gazette
Thursday, September 6, 1923
Mrs. Thomas D. Sporer passed away Monday at the home of her daughter,
Mrs. H.H. Key, and her remains were laid to rest beside her husband in
Oakwood cemetery.
Funeral services were conducted at the First Presbyterian church by the
members of the Eastern Star and Rev. C.A. Wylie, pastor of the
Presbyterian church.
Mrs. Sporer came to Jacksboro in early life with her father, the late
Dr. R.L. McClure, and was married to Judge Thomas D. Sporer, who was for
many years, before his death, one of the leading attorneys in north
Texas. She was a devoted member of the Presbyterian church and was past
Worthy Matron of the Eastern Star.
Survived by two daughters: Mrs. H.H. Key and Miss Margaret Sporer,
several brothers and sisters and other relatives.
Staggs, Mrs. - 1900
The
Jacksboro Gazette
Thursday, March 1, 1900
In Memory of Mrs. Staggs
In the death of Mrs. Staggs which sad event occurred at the home of her
daughter near Veto, 22 February 1900, there passed from earth one of the
noblest, best women who ever blessed our community. She was one of the
early settlers of Texas and could relate many incidents of the trials
and deprivations, of those early days. She had made her home with a
daughter for a number of years. Her Christian character, kindness of
heart, and intense loyalty to her friends, has endeared her to the
hearts of many; and while her death caused much grief among her friends,
it was not unexpected as she had been in feeble health for several
months.
Stamper, H.F., Mrs. - 1919
The
Jacksboro Gazette
Thursday, October 2, 1919
Mrs. H.F. Stamper of Wizard Wells died at her home last Friday.
She was buried at Oakwood cemetery, Rev. Roy Patton officiating.
Mrs. Stamper had been a resident of Wizard Wells for a number of years.
Stark, Sil, Judge - 1923
The
Jacksboro Gazette
Thursday, March 22, 1923
Information was received Saturday that Judge Sil Stark, who for many
years was a prominent citizen of Jacksboro, had died at his home in
California, 17 March 1923 at Santa Cruz, California. The remains are now
enroute to Jacksboro for burial.
Judge Stark was a native of Indiana by birth but had resided in
Jacksboro since 1877, until 1922, when he went to California where he
had recently built a beautiful new home. He was prominent in the
building up of Jacksboro and was always to be found actively supporting
the moral side of every issue. As a Christian he was consecrated and
consistent, his church membership being with the Methodists where he was
very active.
Survived by wife; one son Ð S.V. Stark of Jacksboro; four daughters Ð
Mesdames Denman, Weeks, Dennis and Green, now residing in Oklahoma;
sister Ð Mrs. Gaskin of Indiana; several grandchildren.
Member of the Manchester Lodge, No. 604, I.O.O.F., of Jacksboro Odd
Fellows for nearly 50 years.
Stark, Sil, Mrs. - 1912
The
Jacksboro Gazette
Thursday, June 20, 1912
The town was saddened Tuesday when the announcement was made that Mrs.
Sil Stark had passed away Monday of heart failure. Her death was sudden
and was a shock to her family and hosts of friends.
Mrs. Stark came with her husband, Judge Sil Stark, who was then a young
attorney, from Terre Haute, Indiana, to Jacksboro years ago, when
Jacksboro was a small village, and not long after the Indians had ceased
their depredations in Jack County, and had resided here since that time,
participating actively in the social and church life of the town through
all these years. She was well known and had many friends. She was a
devoted and active member in the Methodist church and had been since she
first came here, and will be missed by all who deeply sympathize with
her husband, daughters and son, who are Mrs. Dennis and Mrs. Green of
Oklahoma, Mrs. Lena Denman, Miss Hattie Stark and Vester Stark of
Jacksboro.
Steedman, N.C., Mrs. - 1905
Jacksboro
was very much shocked and overshadowed with sadness, when, early Monday
morning the message arrived that Mrs. N.C. Steedman of Binger, Oklahoma,
had been murdered at 1:30 a.m.
Mrs. Steedman had grown to womanhood in Jacksboro, being the second
daughter of Mr. and Mrs. T.A. Callaway, and as Miss Neilia Callaway she
was well known and had many friends. Her husband also formerly lived in
Jacksboro and had a host of friends who sympathize with him in the
sudden and terrible death of his young wife.
Mr. and Mrs. Steedman were married March 1905 and left immediately for
Binger, where they have since resided. Mrs. Steedman was a member of the
Baptist Church of Jacksboro and before her marriage was always one of
the most active members.
Mr. Steedman and sisters, Miss Ollie Steedman and Mrs. Lee Groner of
Ryan, Indian Territory, arrived on Monday's train bringing to their old
home the remains of Mrs. Steedman for interment which took place at
Oakwood cemetery. The services were conducted by Rev. J.H. Clouse
assisted by Rev. J.L. McCord of Graham, an old-time friend of the
family, and Rev. H.A. Howard and Rev. J.G. Forester.
Jacksboro Gazette
Jacksboro, Texas
Thursday, November 16, 1905
The dispatches from Anadarko and Lawton state that the robbers took from
the cash drawer in the depot the small amount of $3.21. They entered the
sleeping room of Mr. and Mrs. Steedman in the rear of the building, Mrs.
Steedman was awakened by the noise screamed when the robber shot, the
ball killing her instantly.
Steele, Mrs. - 1919
The
Jacksboro Gazette
Thursday, April 24, 1919
Mrs. Steele, mother of Mrs. James W. Spears of Jacksboro, died at her
home in Tioga, 19 April 1919.
Stephens, D.L. - 1911
D.L.
Stephens died at the home of his son, Ben Stephens, of Carroll Creek, 21
May 1911.
Mr. Stephens had been ill and suffered a severe attack of la grippe
during the winter.
Mr. Stephens was an old settler in Jack County having located on Carroll
Creek many years ago. His wife [Martha Stephens] had been dead for a
number of years and he leaves four daughters and a son.
[no stone was found in the cemetery]
The Jacksboro Gazette
Thursday, May 25, 1911
Stephens, Horace - 1907
Jacksboro
Gazette
February 7 1907
Horace Stephens, son of J.B. Stephens of Jeannette accidentally shot
himself Saturday and died in a few hours from the wound. He was buried
at Oakwood cemetery Sunday.
Stephens, J.B. - 1924
The
Jacksboro Gazette
Thursday, January 3, 1924
J.B. Stephens of Jacksboro died Sunday at the home of his son, E.K.
Stephens, and was buried in Oakwood cemetery. Funeral conducted from
First Baptist church with Rev. W.W. Robbins and Rev. C.N. Wylie
officiating.
Mr. Stephens was well and favorably know over Jack County. Before his
retirement several years ago he was prominent as one of the leading
teachers of Jack county. His religious affiliation was with the Baptist
church. Survived by wife; 2 sons Ð E.K. Stephens of Jacksboro and W.W.
Stephens of Burkburnett.
[no stone was found in cemetery]
Stephens, J.B., Mrs. - 1929
Mrs.
J.B. Stephens, 72, who lived in Jacksboro for several years, but who had
been at Gatesville for some time died Saturday. The remains were
returned to Jacksboro for burial which took place at Oakwood cemetery.
Funeral services conducted by Rev. A.R. Bilberry, assisted by Rev. C.N.
Wylie, First Baptist church.
Survived: 2 sons - E.K. Stephens of Gatesville, W.W. Stephens of Olney.
The Jacksboro Gazette
Jacksboro, Texas
Thursday, October 10, 1929
Stevens, Mortimer 'Steve' - 1909
Jacksboro
Gazette
Jacksboro, Texas
Thursday, January 21, 1909
Mortimer Stevens, an old discharged soldier who came in 1865 with the
United States army located at old Fort Richardson, and remained in
Jacksboro, died at his home Tuesday of pneumonia. He was one of the old
landmarks of the frontier days. One incident in his life of which he
spoke was when Howell Walker and his son were killed by the Indians on
Salt Creek, one of the last raids they made in Jack county. Stevens only
made his escape by running two or three miles to a house and when he
arrived there he was bare-headed. Walker and his little son were killed
and badly mutilated.
In 1907, "Steve" as he was usually called, was converted and
joined the Methodist church at Jacksboro and had since lived a
consistent Christian.
Stevens, T.C., Mrs. - 1930
Mrs.
T.C. Stevens died at her home a mile northwest of Jacksboro, Wednesday.
Funeral at the Methodist church and interment to be at Oakwood cemetery.
Survived by husband, T.C. Stephens; daughter - Miss Addie Stevens; five
sons - John, Lawson, Jim, Raymond and Homer Stevens.
Jacksboro Gazette
Jacksboro, Texas
Thursday, April 17, 1930
Stewart, F.P., Mrs. - 1929
In
Memoriam
Mrs. F.P. Stewart, 69, of Jacksboro died last Thursday at Mineral Wells.
Funeral conducted by O.D. Dial, minister of the Church of Christ, where
she had held her church membership for many years. Burial in Oakwood
cemetery beside her husband.
Mrs. Stewart was a native of California, coming to Jacksboro, more than
50 years ago, where she met and married her husbnad, the late F.P.
Stewart, and has been a resident here continuously since that time,
rearing five sons and two daughters. In addition to her home life she
was a devoted member of the Church of Christ. Surviving: 5 sons -
Walter, Charles, Cless, Mizell and Roy; 2 daughters - Miss Della and
Mrs. H.W. Dodson, all of whom reside in Jacksboro.
Jacksboro Gazette
Jacksboro, Texas
Thursday, February 7, 1929
Stewart, Infant son of Mr. & Mrs. Mizell - 1924
The
Jacksboro Gazette
Thursday, January 31, 1924
The infant son of Mr. And Mrs. Mizell Stewart died at the home of its
parents Sunday and was buried in Oakwood cemetery. Funeral conducted at
the home of Rev. W.W. Robbins.
Stewart, J.W. - 1931
The
Jacksboro Gazette
Thursday, January 29, 1931
J.W. Stewart, 75, of Gibtown died 21 January 1931. Burial services were
conducted at the Gibtown Baptist Church by Rev. A.D. Willis.
Mr. Stewart was a native of Alabama but had resided in Jack county for
over 50 years. Survived: Mrs. Stewart; 3 sons and 5 daughters Ð Tom J.,
A.L. and C.C. Stewart; Mrs. Roxie Berry, Mrs. Beulah Bradley, Mrs. Viola
Turnbow of Gibtown; Mrs. Jessie Duckworth and Mrs. Lola Thompson of
Elbert; brothers Ð R.K. Stewart of Jacksboro, Bill and Press Stewart of
Gibtown; 4 sisters Ð Mrs. Julia Christian of OK; Mrs. J. Knox of Big
Springs; Mrs. Ima [paper torn] and Mrs. Jennie Christian of Robinson,
OK.
Stewart, James Oscar - 1889
In
Memoriam
James Oscar Stewart was born 20 July 1877 and died at Gibtown, 4 May
1899. He was sick about nine days during which time he suffered a great
deal, and his death was a very heavy blow to his loved ones and many
friends.
Mr. Stewart was a Christian, having professed religion and joined the
Baptist church in August 1892, and has lived a consistent Christian life
ever since. The day before he died he told his father that he was ready
to go if he should be called. He was a brilliant and promising young man
and every one mourns his death.
God's word is the consolation to the sorrowing loved ones. Look up to
heaven where 'God shall wipe away all tears from their eyes; and there
shall be no more death; neither sorrow nor crying, neither shall there
be any more pain.'
D.H. Aston
Gibtown, Texas
The Jacksboro Gazette
Thursday, July 20, 1889
Stewart, Mrs. - 1905
Mrs.
Stewart, mother of R.K. and F.P. Stewart, died last Saturday and was
buried at Gibtown.
Jacksboro Gazette
Jacksboro, Texas
Thursday, March 2, 1905
Stewart, Oscar - 1899
Oscar
Stewart of Gibtown died last week. He was a bright, promising young man
and had many friends who deeply sympathize with the parents in their
loss.
The Jacksboro Gazette
Thursday, July 27, 1899
Stewart, R.K. - 1931
The
Jacksboro Gazette
Thursday, February 26, 1931
R.K. Stewart died at her home here Sunday. Funeral held at First Baptist
church with the pastor, Rev. A.R. Bilberry in charge assisted by Rev. J.
Hardin Mallard, pastor of the Presbyterian church. Interment in Oakwood
cemetery.
Mr. Stewart was past 80 years of age but enjoyed good healthy. For more
than 50 years he had been a citizen of Jack county and had been active
in public affairs serving several terms as county tax assessor and
collector. Since retiring from the assessor's office he was called on to
assist in this work by his successors.
Survived by wife; sons and daughters Ð Frank Stewart, Mrs. Henry Cox,
Mrs. L.P. Shipley, Mrs. C.E. Putman, Kirk, Norman L. and Hugh Stewart; 2
brothers and 4 sisters: Bill and Press Stewart of Gibtown, Mrs. Julia
Christian of Norman, OK; Mrs. L.H. Knox of Big Spring, Mrs. Jennings,
Mrs. Jennie Christian of Robinson, OK.
Stinson, Alfred Erton - 1890
The
Jacksboro Gazette
September 4 1890
Obituary
Died, July 24th, 1890, Alfred Erton Stinson, infant, son of Mr. and Mrs.
William Stinson, aged four months and nineteen days.
Death is no respecter of persons and the pet truly may:
We see this almost daily that the young as well as the old die; but in
the death of such as little there is consolation that our Savior while
here on earth and them come unto him and said of such is the kingdom of
heaven. While the bereaved family have been deprived of one of its
beloved jewel has been added to the bloodwashed throng above and this we
fully know, that he can not come back to us, but when the sorrows and
trials of life are over we can go to him.
Stoddard, Arthur L. - 1910
The
Jacksboro Gazette
Thursday, December 8, 1910
Judge and Mrs. I. Stoddard received the sad news of the death of their
oldest son, Arthur L. Stoddard of Pueblo, Colorado.
His death was very unexpected to his parents, as when they received a
letter from Mrs. Stoddard, a few days ago, they were all well.
Mr. And Mrs. Arthur Stoddard and their children were formerly Jacksboro
people, having moved to Pueblo only a few years ago. Survivors: his wife
and son and daughters, also the parents, Judge and Mrs. Stoddard of
Pleasant Grove, Jack County.
Arthur J. Stoddard passed away after an illness. Mr. Stoddard was
employed at the Langley Grocery company and was one of the most popular
men in the employ of that company. He was 48 years of age, and is
survived by a wife, 2 daughters Ð Miss Jewell Stoddard and Miss Bessie
Stoddard and a son, T.A. Stoddard. The remains were taken to the
McCarthy mortuary parlors and the funeral will take place in the family
residence 519 west Tenth Street. Interment will be in the family lot in
Mountain View.
Stoddard, Hal - 1908
Died.
Hal Stoddard, the youngest son of Judge and Mrs. I. Stoddard of Pleasant
Grove, happened to the sad fate of falling from his wagon from which he
received injuries and a fire having been started to keep him warm until
aid could be brough to take him home, his neighbors leaving him only for
short time, but when they returned his clothing had caughter fire and he
was burned so seriously that he was unconscious and drew his last breath
just as they reached him.
Death is sad, but an untimely death such as this is doubly so, and his
parents have the deep sympathy of many friends all over the county where
they are well known.
Jacksboro Gazette
Jacksboro, Texas
Thursday, February 13, 1908
Stoddard, Israel, Judge - 1917
The
Jacksboro Gazette
Jacksboro, Jack County, Texas
Thursday, February 8, 1917
Jacksboro has again been called upon to note with sorrow the passing of
one of its few remaining old-time citizens in the death of Judge
I.[Israel] Stoddard who passed away at his home in Jacksboro Tuesday[6
February 1917]. He had been ill with la grippe for several weeks.
Funeral held at his home with interment in Oakwood cemetery.
Judge Stoddard had long been a resident of Jack County, having come here
when old Fort Richardson was an army post. He had seen and realized the
life of an early pioneer, and had seen the development of the country
from a sparsely settled region invaded by the Indians to its present
condition with its schools and churches and all other evidences of a
developed country. In all of these improvements he was deeply interested
and gave freely of his time and money for their support. He was a member
of the Presbyterian Church and was at all times one of its most faithful
attendants, having been a member from the time of its organization in
Jacksboro back in the 1870s.
Judge Stoddard was well known all over Jack County, and especially will
he be missed by the people who had known him best those who were his
neighbors and friends whom he lived at his old country home, 'Moss
Side,' in the Rockland Chapel community. He leaves his wife and large
family of children and grandchildren, all of whom have sympathy.
Stone, Mrs. & Infant - 1902
The
Jacksboro Gazette
Thursday, February 20, 1902
Antelope Items
Mrs. Stone died here two weeks ago and just one week after her little
baby two months old followed her to the grave.
[no stone could be found in the Antelope cemetery for either Mrs. Stone
or her infant]
Stoneman, Mrs. - 1902
The
Jacksboro Gazette
Thursday, February 6, 1902
Jeanette Sparks
Mrs. Stoneman of Round Mountain community, after three days with la
grippe, passed through the valley of the shadow of death. She said a few
moments before her death that she was prepared to go. Her remains were
laid to rest in the Round Mountain cemetery Sunday. The funeral services
were conducted by Rev. D.J. Smith.
Stovall, John -
1899
The
Jacksboro Gazette
Thursday, March 23, 1899
Resolutions of Respect
Howard Lodge No. 363 of the C.M.A. held in Cundiff on 11 March 1899.
Providence of God to remove our late brother, John Stovall to the home
beyond the river.
Resolved, we sincerely sympathize with the bereaved family.
Luther Wilson
Luther Solomon
Willie Kennedy
Comm.
Stramer, W.B. - 1893
The
Jacksboro Gazette
Thursday, May 18, 1893
Died
W.B. Stramer died at his residence in Jacksboro on Saturday last, after
a protracted illness, he having been a sufferer from consumption for the
past two years. Mr. Stamer was born in Washington City in 1845, and came
to Texas as a member of the 6th U.S. Cavalry at the close of the [Civil]
War. He was discharged from the service in 1870, and has been a resident
of Jack County ever since. He had a host of friends and his wife [Sarah]
and children have the sympathy of the community in their bereavement. He
was buried by the Knights of Honor of which he was a member, on Sunday,
and a large concourse of citizens turned out to pay their last respects
to the deceased.
At a meeting of Jacksboro Lodge 3192 Knights of Honor, held at their
hall in Jacksboro 16 May 1893.
Strickland, Jeff - 1929
Jeff
Strickland of Antelope, 19, died 19 October 1929 from appendicitis.
Burial services held at Lynn Creek.
The Jacksboro Gazette
Jacksboro, Texas
Thursday, November 28, 1929
Stroud, Mattie Sumner - 1923
The
Jacksboro Gazette
Thursday, March 1, 1923
Mrs. Mattie Sumner Stroud, who was formerly Miss Mattie Sumner, of
Perrin, died at her home at Jean, 21 February 1923 and was buried at
Jean.
Survived: husband; parents; several brothers and sisters.
Stuart, Infant son of Mr. & Mrs. F.P. - 1886
The
Jacksboro Gazette
Thursday, December 16, 1886
Infant son of Mr. And Mrs. F.P. Stuart died on 5 December 1886.
Sullivan, Melissa A. - 1887
The
Rural Citizen
Jacksboro, Jack county, Texas
Thursday, July 28, 1887
Obituary
Died of congestion on 9 July 1887, Mrs. Melissa A. Sullivan, wife of
T.J. Sullivan, 28, at her home near New Hope, Jack County, Texas.
She made a profession of religion about 10 years ago. Just before she
died, she called her husband and children and kissed them goodbye and
told them to meet her in heaven.
Mrs. Sullivan had lived in this neighborhood about 10 years and was
highly esteemed. Survived by husband and children.
New Hope, Texas
21 July 1887
Weatherford Sun will please copy.
Swafford, James Russell - 1907
Jacksboro
Gazette
March 14 1907
James Russell Swafford, son of Mr. and Mrs. John Swafford, died Friday,
8 March
1907, of pneumonia. He was buried in Oakwood cemetery.
[no other obituary]
Swain, E.H. - 1883
The
Rural Citizen November 29 1883
The remains of Capt. E.H. Swain arrived here last Friday, 22 November
1883 from Los Angeles, Cal., where he went about two weeks ago to try to
improve his health, and his remains await interment at Mr. Boones
undertakers room. He was one of Weatherford's noble citizens.
Swan, William - 1896
The
Jacksboro Gazette
February 6 1896
DIED
William Swan died at the home of his son, C.H. Swan, on Salt Creek,
January 27th at 9 a.m. and was laid to rest in the graveyard at the Dark
Corner school house. He leaves an aged wife and a son and many friends
to mourn his loss. Mr. Swan was born April 10, 1823, at Sudboro,
England, and emigrated from Illinois to Jack county, Texas, in 1873.
B.F. DRAPER
Swetnam, G.W., Mrs. - 1893
The
Jacksboro Gazette
Thursday, September 21, 1893
Mrs. G.W. Swetnam died at her home near Vineyard last Sunday.
Swetnam, George - 1907
Jacksboro
Gazette
March 21 1907
George Swetnam, 53 years Sunday, 10 March 1907, witnessed he passing of
G.H. Swetnam. He was born in Randolph county, Missouri, in 1853. He was
married to Miss Jennie Reed, 18 December 1879. His second marriage was
with Mrs. Alice Gafford, 28 August 1890. She and his 10 children survive
him.
His sister, Mrs. Ragsdale, passed away less than two months before he
did.
He joined Pleasant Hill Baptist church in August, 1897, and was baptized
by Elder J.C. Taylor.
Brother Swetnam was one of our very best citizens, a loyal consistent
Christian, and kind husband and father.
Swetnam, John - 1909
Jacksboro
Gazette
Jacksboro, Texas
Thursday, January 28, 1909
John Swetnam, an old citizen of Sebree died Sunday.
Swetnam, John W. - 1909
Jacksboro
Gazette
Jacksboro, Texas
Thursday, February 25, 1909
On 24 January 1909, the spirit of John W. Swetnam passed to the great
beyond. He was born in Randolph county, Missouri, 12 June 1845, and came
to Jack County, Texas in the fall of 1878.
He married Mrs. M.B. Keen on the 3 December 1882. Of this union there
are two children who survive him.
He was converted and joined the Baptist church in Missouri. At the time
of his death he was a member of the Joplin Baptist Church.
He was an honest citizen, kind father and affectionate husband.
Swetnam, M.B., Mrs. - 1924
The
Jacksboro Gazette
Thursday, September 25, 1924
Mrs. M.B. Swetnam died at the home of her son, J.B. Irons, in Bowie,
Texas, 31 August 1924 at the age of 80 years, 6 months, 25 days.
Mrs. Swetnam moved from Missouri to Texas at the age of 34 and settled
on the farm two miles from Vineyard. At that time there was no railroad
nearer than Fort Worth, Texas, where they had to market their cotton and
buy supplies. She endured hardships to which pioneers of the early days
were subjected. She lived until 1914 when she moved to Bowie where she
lived until her death.
She professed religion at an early age and joined the Missionary Baptist
Church. Rev. Allen, pastor of the Baptist Church at Bowie where Mrs.
Swetnam's membership was held, conducted the funeral services at the
family residence. The body was laid to rest in the City cemetery.
Mrs. Swetnam was the mother of 10 children, 42 grand, 38 great, 5 great
great. She is survived by four sons, two daughters, J.B. Irons, W.H.
Keen, B.T. Kees of Bowie, J.T. Swetnam of Graham, Mrs. V. Gibbins of
Vineyard, Mrs. J.T. Harmon of Perrin, all of whom were present at the
funeral services. Eighteen of the grandchildren were present, all of
whom are living in Bowie except five, Mrs. J.R. Cox, and family of
Clarendon, Mrs. Claud Jones of Fort Worth, Mrs. K.E. Myers of
Bridgeport, Mrs. Lee Mann of Wardville, OK; Mrs. Ruth Price of Moran.
Signed her daughter
Mrs. V. Gibbins
Swetnam, Rilla Rosanna - 1899
Died
January 21, 1899, Rilla Rosanna Swetnam, near Vineyard, Texas. She was
born 3 June 1870 and professed religion early in life, and so lived that
she was loved by all who knew her, those knowing her best loving her
most.
The Jacksboro Gazette
Thursday, March 30, 1899
Swetnam, Rilla Rosanna - 1899
The
Jacksboro Gazette
Thursday, February 2, 1899
Died
January 21, 1899, Rilla Rosanna Swetnam, near Vineyard, Texas. She was
born 3 June 1870 and professed religion early in life, and so lived that
she was loved by all who knew her, those knowing her best loving her
most.
Tabor, E.B., Mrs. - 1912
The
Jacksboro Gazette
Thursday, August 29, 1912
Mrs. E.B. Tabor died Thursday. She had been sick for a few days. Funeral
held at the family home conducted by Rev. J.F. Alderson. Interment in
Oakwood cemetery.
Mrs. Tabor left her husband and four small children, her parents Ð Mr.
And Mrs. L.J. Herring, 1 sister, 4 brothers.
Tackett, Mann Davis - 1854
Mann
D. Tackett and family moved to Parker County in 1854 and for a few years
lived about twelve miles north of Weatherford. During 1858, they moved
to Jack County and settled on Boone's Creek, in the southwestern part of
the county.
October 26, 1863, during the early afternoon, J. H. Tackett, a son of
Mann Tackett, went out in a southwesterly direction in search of stock.
Shortly afterwards, his father, who was armed with a double barrel gun,
went north for the same purpose. Mr. Tackett's gun was loaded with a
ball on one side, and buck shot on the other. He was also armed with a
pistol. When be had gone only about one mile from his home, be found
himself surrounded by fifteen or twenty savages. At first he made an
attempt, to run home. But since his best horses had been stolen by the
Indians, the savages soon overtook him. Mr. Tackett then dismounted to
sell his life as dearly as possible, at a point within one-half mile of
his own residence. He fought the warriors away for some time, as was
shown by the circular trail some distance from the tree, behind which
Mr. Tackett found shelter. On such occasions, the Indians preferred
staying on their ponies, and running in a circle around their victim.
Mr. Tackett, perhaps, held the Indians at bay until be discharged all of
his loads, for seven or eight shots were beard at the residence.
When J. T. Tackett reached home, he was informed of the firing, and had,
perhaps, heard some of the shots himself. As a consequence, be and a
younger brother, Caleb, went out in search of their father, and it seems
that Caleb, previous to this, had made an attempt to offer his father
some assistance, but realized that it was of no avail, for the savages
were still on the ground. In a short time, J. H. and Caleb Tackett
reached their father, who was already dead, stripped of a part of his
clothing, but not scalped. His guns were gone, and many arrows were in
the tree by which he stood, on the ground, and in his body. The boys
hurried to the ranch for a wagon, notified the neighbors and arranged
for a coffin to be made at Veale's Station where he was buried.
A posse of citizens followed the Indian trail, and after going for,
perhaps, half a mile, they found a dead savage, and indications
disclosed others were wounded. The dead Indian was dragged to the
Tackett ranch and stood against a tree some distance from the residence.
Many years after the death of Mr. Tackett, the metal part of his old
double barrel gun was found a short distance from where the fight
occurred.
Note:-Author personally interviewed Mrs. H. G. Taylor. A. M. Lasater,
James Wood, Joe Fowler, B. L. Ham, Geo. and A. C. Tackett, nephews of
Mann Tackett. We are also indebted to Walker K. Baylor, who furnished
the author with a hand written account of this killing. Mr. Baylor wrote
the manuscript after conferring and consulting with J. H. Tackett
mentioned above.
This 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
Tally, Bob - 1911
The
Jacksboro Gazette
Thursday, December 28, 1911
Bob Tally of Newport community died last Friday. He was one of our
oldest and most highly respected citizens. The community will miss him
very much.
Tarrance, J.T. - 1904
J.T.
Tarrance of Post Oak, died of pneumonia on 7 December 1904. Mr. Tarrance
was a Christian gentleman and one of Post Oak's honored and worthy
citizens.
Jacksboro Gazette
Jacksboro, Texas
Thursday, December 15, 1904
Taylor, H. - 1919
The
Jacksboro Gazette
Thursday, July 17, 1919
H. Taylor of Barton Chapel died Tuesday of apoplexy.
Mr. Taylor had long been a resident of Barton Chapel and was well known
in the county.
Taylor, Justin H. - 1908
CALLED
HOME
Justin H. Taylor, a Well Known Passes Away Tuesday Morning
At 10:00 Tuesday morning in his room at the Wright hotel occurred the
death of Justin H. Taylor. Deceased was one of Checotah's oldest
citizens in point of residence and was known personally by every farmer
for miles, his vocation, that of buying cattle and horses throwing him
daily in contact with the rural citizenship. During the years of his
residence here had made many close personal friends and all deplore his
untimely taking off.
Justin H. Taylor was born in Buck county, PA, 10 July 1871, but at the
age of six years removed with his parents to Jacksboro, Texas. Here he
resided until 1893 when he came to the Indian Territory, locating at
this point. He was joined in wedlock to Miss Cora Wright, 26 March 1897,
and to the union two children were born, a daughter, Blanche, and a son,
Keith. The daughter died a year or more ago. Besides the wife and son
deceased is survived by his father and mother of Jacksboro, Texas; one
brother - E.Y., also of Jacksboro and one sister, Mrs. Lillian T. Reagan
of Portales, NM. Deceased was a member of the Masonic order and also the
Modern Woodmen holding a policy for $2,000 in the latter organization.
The funeral was held at the Wright hotel this afternoon and was one of
the largest held in the city in a long time. The service was in charge
of Rev. C.P. Francis of the Presbyterian church and the burial at the
cemetery was with Woodmen honors, the membership being present in large
numbers.
Mrs. Taylor is almost prostrated by her bereavement but her sorrow is
shared by the scores of friends of her husband. Ñ The McIntosh County
Democrat, McIntosh County, Oklahoma
Jacksboro Gazette
Jacksboro, Texas
Thursday, February 27, 1908
Taylor, Ozie - 1898
Deaths
Ozie Taylor, eldest son of Mr. And Mrs. William Taylor died Thursday.
The grief stricken parents have the sincere sympathy of many friends in
their deep sorrow.
The Jacksboro Gazette
Thursday, October 20, 1898
Terrell, A.W., Judge - 1912
The
Jacksboro Gazette
Thursday, September 12, 1912
Judge A.W. Terrell dies suddenly
Diplomat, Soldier, and Statesman succumbs to attack of heart diseases at
Mineral Wells, last Monday
Mineral Wells, Sept. 9 Ð Judge A.W. Terrell of Houston, minister to
Turkey under President Grover Cleveland, and author of the Terrell
election law, dropped dead at his room at a local hotel.
Judge Terrell with Judge James W. Swayne of Fort Worth and a party of
other men had been automobiling during the day. When the party returned
Judge Terrell complained of the heat. He retired to his room and when a
maid went to minister to his needs she found him lying across the bed
dead.
Thetford, W.H. - 1930
Jacksboro
Gazette
Jacksboro, Texas
Thursday, November 27, 1930
W.H. Thetford 81, passed away at his home in Perrin, 19 November 1930.
He was a member of the Baptist church. Survived by his widow; nine
children; a number of grandchildren, great grandchildren.
Thomas, R.J., Mrs. - 1904
On
last Friday about noon R.J. Thomas' residence on North Creek was burned
and Mrs. Thomas was cremated in the building. Mr. Thomas was in the
field plowing when he discovered the house on fire, and before he could
arrive the house was enveloped in flames, and his wife was not to be
found until her remains were discovered in the ashes. How the fire
originated no one knows as Mrs. Thomas who was an invalid was alone in
the house at the time.
Jacksboro Gazette
Jacksboro, Texas
Thursday, December 15, 1904
Thompson, John - 1900
The
Jacksboro Gazette
Thursday, April 26, 1900
John Thompson died Sunday at his home on College Street at the age of 78
years. Mr. Thompson was an old and respected citizen and one of the
first settlers in Jacksboro, having come here immediately after the
civil war. He was a member of the Methodist church and also a member of
the Masonic Lodge by which order he was buried. His wife, daughter and
two sons have sympathy.
Thompson, Mary E. - 1911
Mrs.
Mary E. Thompson died at her home on Archer Street Tuesday. Mrs.
Thompson has been in frail health. She leaves two sons, Messrs. Carter
and John Thompson and one daughter, Mrs. Maud Wall.
Funeral at the home with interment at Oakwood cemetery. [tombstone: 13
October 1837 - 7 June 1911]
The Jacksboro Gazette
Thursday, March 9, 1911
Thornton, Callie - 1907
Jacksboro
Gazette
March 28 1907
Deaths
Mrs. Callie Thornton, 47 years, Joplin, January 20
[no other obituary]
Tilghman, Hazel - 1911
The
Jacksboro Gazette
Thursday, July 13, 1911
Little Hazel Tilghman of Wesley Chapel community, aged 2 years, died 13
July 1911 of typhoid fever, after an illness of 20 days.
Tilghman, S.H. - 1929
S.H.
Tilghman, 84, died at his home in the Wesley Chapel community. Funeral
services conducted by Rev. C.B. Garrett, pastor of the Methodist church.
Mr. Tilghman was one of the pioneers of his community and had resided at
the home where he died for more than 50 years. Survived: widow; 11
children - Walter of Fort Worth; Will of Wesley Chapel, Elmo of Wichita
Falls, Mrs. Sebe Bruton, Ben of Wesley chapel, Fletcher of OK; Mrs. John
Raper of Berwick; Miss Anna, Charley, and Mrs. Wallace Stoner of Wesley
Chapel
The Jacksboro Gazette
Jacksboro, Texas
Thursday, November 14, 1929
Tilghman, W.E., Mrs. - 1929
Mrs.
W.E. Tilghman of Wesley Chapel died 12 September 1929, and was buried at
Wesley Chapel. Rev. C.B. Garrett conducting the service. Survived by
husband and several children.
The Jacksboro Gazette
Jacksboro, Texas
Thursday, September 19, 1929
Tinkle, George - 1923
The
Jacksboro Gazette
Thursday, January 25, 1923
The remains of George Tinkle, who resided here with his mother [Mollie
Tinkle] when a small boy, were returned here Sunday and laid to rest in
Oakwood cemetery. Services conducted by former soldiers as Mr. Tinkle
was himself an ex-service man.
[George Tinkle: 1892 - 1923]
Tinkle, John - 1900
The
Jacksboro Gazette
Jacksboro, Texas
Thursday, January 4, 1900
John Tinkle died 3 January 1900, of pneumonia, at the home of West
Maggard near Cundiff, where he and his family were residing.
Tinney, W.A. - 1942
The
Jacksboro Gazette
Jacksboro, Texas
January 3, 1942
W.A. Tinney, 79, father of Mrs. Kate Ross, died at the Buddy Boruff
home, Sunday morning, at 2:45 o'clock.
Mr. Tinney, a retired stock farmer, has made his home here for the past
year, with his daughter, teacher in
the Jacksboro grammar school. He came here from Forestburg, where his
body was taken for funeral services, Monday, Jan. 12th.
Tipton, Infant of Wesley - 1919
The
Jacksboro Gazette
Thursday, December 11, 1919
Cundiff News
The little infant of Wesley Tipton and wife was buried at Cundiff
cemetery Saturday. Mrs. Tipton is a daughter of Mr. And Mrs. Nichols.
[no stone was found in cemetery. Cemetery records do not indicate a
stone has been found, only that those keeping the records have included
that burial in their records]
Tipton, J.J. - 1929
The
remains of J.J. Tipton, 59, were returned here for burial near Burton
Chapel, at the Teague cemetery, Monday. Mr. Tipton was reared in Jack
County, for since 1904 he has lived in Upton County. Survived: widow; 1
son, 1 daughter.
Jacksboro Gazette
Jacksboro, Texas
Thursday, April 25, 1929
Tomlinson, Son of George - 1902
The
Jacksboro Gazette
Thursday, October 2, 1902
Bryson News
The little son of George Tomlinson of Salt Creek was buried at Bryson
last Monday.
[no stone was found in the cemetery. Cemetery records are no indication
that a tombstone is in the cemetery unless a stone can be located]
Toris, Maria - 1930
Maria
Toris, a Mexican child, died 23 March 1930.
Jacksboro Gazette
Jacksboro, Texas
Thursday, April 17, 1930
Townes, John C., Judge - 1923
The
Jacksboro Gazette
Thursday, December 20, 1923
Austin Ð Dec. 18. Ð Judge John C. Townes, former deal to of law and at
the time of his death a professor of law in the University of Texas died
Tuesday. The funeral will be held Wednesday and the active pallbearers
will be the students of the University of Texas law school.
Tripp, Clyde O. & W.R. - 1929
The
Jacksboro Gazette
Thursday, December 18, 1924
Death, the certain and melancholy messenger, wends his way through our
lively little town, enters the home of our dearly beloved son and
brother, Clyde Tripp, and severed the sweetest ties on earth and the
throbbing hearts of Mr. And Mrs. Tripp their baby boy of 13 months and
five days old.
Mr. And Mrs. W.R. Tripp
Mr. And Mrs. W.A. Tripp
Mrs. C.W. Ramzy
A double funeral was held at the Baptist church for W.R. Tripp, 78, and
his son, C.O. Tripp, the son having died Tuesday and the father
Wednesday. Rev. A.R. Bilberry, pastor officiated with interment in the
Oakwood cemetery.
The elder Tripp had been a resident of Jack county for more than 50
years, having located in the Finis community in 1877, coming here from
his native state, Michigan. Survived: widow; 1 son - W.A. Tripp of
Graham; 4 daughters - Mrs. M.L. Fields, Mrs. Nellie Smith, Mrs. J.E.
Holman, all of Bryson, Mrs. Herschel Holman of Graham.
Clyde O. Tripp was a native of Jack County and was a veteran of World
War 1 and member of the American Legion. Survived: widow; 4 children -
Eunice, Opal, Mildred and Euguene.
The Jacksboro Gazette
Jacksboro, Texas
Thursday, November 21, 1929
Tucker, J.C. - 1884
The
Rural Citizen
Thursday, February 14, 1884
J.C. Tucker, late of Tennessee, died last Thursday night.
Turner, C.N. - 1929
C.N.
Turner, of Graford, father of Marvin Turner, who lived in Jacksboro a
few years ago, died Monday in Mineral Wells after a fall.
The Jacksboro Gazette
Jacksboro, Texas
Thursday, August 2, 1929
Turner, Jim, Mrs. - 1923
The
Jacksboro Gazette
Thursday, March 22, 1923
Mrs. Jim Turner of Perrin community died at her home last Wednesday and
was buried at Perrin cemetery, Rev. W.W. Robbins conducting the
services.
Survived by her husband and six children.
Turner, Kate - 1889
In
Memoriam
Departed this life on Sunday, the 7th day of April, Mrs. Kate Turner.
Mrs. Turner came here a bride in the summer of 1869, her husband Mr.
Edward P. Turner, haivng gone back to New England to be married at that
time. He died, respected by all, and was buried by the Masonic
Fraternity of this place in October, 1872. Mrs. Turner was an active and
useful woman, a good wife, mother and neighbor, and her surviving son,
George Turner, who has been raised among us, has the sympathy of the
community.
Jacksboro Gazette
April 11, 1889
Jacksboro, Jack, Texas
Turner, S.L. 'Lee' - 1900
The
Jacksboro Gazette
Thursday, January 25, 1900
In Memoriam
Died, in Bowie, Texas, 17 December 1899, S.L. Turner of Post Oak, Texas.
Lee was very much beloved by his parents, only sister, two half brothers
and his dear, aged grandmother.
He was born 27 November 1874 Ð just in the bloom of young manhood! But,
God, who called him home knows best.
The bereavement was made doubly heavy by Lee being away from home, and
his fond parents were anticipating having him in the home during
Christmas. He was on his way home when the death angel called for him.
And now, dear parents, remember, that while you loved your boy with all
the tenderness possible for earthly parents, God loved him even more.
Look up, then through your tears, and say 'Thy will, not ours, be done.'
Your loving pastor,
J.L. McCord
Turpin, Mr. - 1919
The
Jacksboro Gazette
Thursday, July 17, 1919
Mr. Turpin who lived on Dr. Wade's farm a few miles from town died
Tuesday. His remains were taken to Denton for burial.
Umstead, N.L. - 1907
Jacksboro
Gazette
May 16, 1907
Deaths
N.L. Umstead, 51 years, Vineyard
[no other obituary]
Underwood, Willie - 1907
Jacksboro
Gazette
June 6 1907
Died After a long illness, Miss Willie Underwood died Friday 31 May
1907. She was a young lady of bright intellect and sweet disposition,
whose life was put out at its beginning. She had many friends by all of
whom she will be missed as well as by her brothers and sisters who have
the sincere sympathy of a host of friends all over Jack County. _Miss
Underwood was a member of the Baptist church where she will be
especially missed by her young friends of the church and Sunday school.
She was buried at Gibtown, the old home of the family and where her
father and mother are buried.
Resolution of Respect Our dearly beloved sister, and member of our
Sunday school, Miss Willie Underwood, who departed this life, 31 May
1907.
We extend to the bereaved brothers and sisters our sincere and heartfelt
sympathy and pray our Heavenly Father that he guide their future. Miss
Addie Atkinson Mrs. Claud Isbell Mrs. J.C. Price Committee
Unknown Man - 1881
The
Rural Citizen March 24 1881
Found Hang
The dead body of an unknown man was found on last Saturday in Howard
Valley, nine miles from Jacksboro, hanging by the neck and shot nine
times through the back. Who his executioners were, or why he was
executed, has not yet been ascertained, but as a part of men have been
in the vicinity in pursuit of stolen horses, it is presumed the deceased
was found with the stolen property in his possession and met his fate at
the hands of Judge Lynch. (See Bud Scroggins)
Vance, E.J. - 1930
The
remains of E.J. Vance of Muleshoe, a son of the late G.M. Vance, a
pioneer of Jack county was brought to Jacksboro for burial, which took
place at Oakwood cemetery Saturday. He was about 40 years of age and was
survived by his wife, a son, several brothers and sisters.
Jacksboro Gazette
Jacksboro, Texas
Thursday, February 6, 1930
Vance, Leo, Miss - 1900
The
Jacksboro Gazette
Thursday, February 8, 1900
Died
Miss Leo Vance died at the home of her brother, W.H. Vance on College
Hill, Monday of congestion of the brain. She was a boarding pupil in the
Jacksboro school, and her parents and other relatives from Jeannette
arrived as soon as possible. She was well known in town having spent a
great part of her time here and had many friends who sympathize deeply
with the family in their great sorrow. She was buried in Oakwood
cemetery, Rev. J.L. McCord, pastor of her home church where she was a
member, conducting the funeral services.
[She was in her 20th year.]
Vandeveer, J.H. - 1880
Rural
Citizen
Jacksboro, Texas
Friday, December 10, 1880
J.H. Vandeveer whose illness is noticed this paper, died at his room at
McConnell's Drug Store Thursday from disease of the kidneys. Mr.
Vandeveer came to Texas from Missouri in 1876, and for several years was
in the employ of James S. Harris, at his sheep ranch. For the past few
months he has been staying with McConnell, and during that time made
many friends. He was a man of varied experiences and much information,
and was a lifelong consistent member of the Baptist church, and was
connected with the church at Jacksboro. Although dying far from home and
relatives, his last hours were soothed by kind friends. His funeral from
the Presbyterian church, Rev. Jackson, his pastor, conducting the
services.
Veasey, Ran - 1908
Uncle
Ran Veasey, one of the old-time slaves died at his home near Decatur,
last Thursday morning. He was 99 years old. Uncle Ran had been a citizen
of this community for over 50 years, coming here several years before
the civil war. He was faithful to his master during the pioneer days,
and went through the civil war on the Confederate side, returning at its
close to Wise county, where he has since resided, a favorite with many
white people, and during his last illness these people frequently called
upon him. The old-time citizen of Wise and Jack counties will remember
Uncle Ran as the chief musician at the dances in the early days.
Chico Review
Chico, Texas
Thursday, March 12, 1908
Wagner, Infant of Walter - 1908
The
infant of Mr. and Mrs. Walter Wagner died Wednesday night at Bryson.
Jacksboro Gazette
Jacksboro, Texas
Thursday, September 24, 1908
Wakeland, Clarence - 1929
Clarence
Wakeland, a young man from Dallas, who had worked in Jack County during
the past few months, died Saturday from the effects of drinking carbolic
acid.
He met Sheriff W.F. Middleton within a few minutes of swallowing the
poison and told what he had done and handed the latter two notes with a
request that they be delivered. Mr. Middleton summoned a physician
immediately but the young man was dead before medical aid could be
administerd.
The remains were taken to Dallas. Survived: his mother, widow and baby.
The Jacksboro Gazette
Jacksboro, Texas
Thursday, September 26, 1929
Walden, Oscar - 1898
The
Jacksboro Gazette
Thursday, June 16, 1898
In Memoriam
Oscar Walden, born 19 July 1897 and died 11 June 1898.
He was only a babe God lent to his fond ones awhile coming and a
sparkling dewdrop of beauty to glisten for a moment as a radiant gem and
then fade away.
Virginia Horton
Wales, Clarence Virgil - 1919
The
Jacksboro Gazette
Thursday, April 3, 1919
Clarence Virgil Wales, born in Chicago, IL, on 1 July 1895. He lived in
Caney, KS since 12 years of age. Came to Jacksboro on 10 January 1919 to
the beside of his mother. After she recovered he went to Ranger to work,
but took sick there, with bronchial pneumonia, was there nine days, came
home Wednesday and was only here three days.
Died Sunday. He was 23 years, 8 months, 22 days of age. Survived:
mother, father, sister, relatives and a host of friends.
He was buried in Oakwood cemetery, Jacksboro, Texas.
Wales, M. - 1929
M.
Wales died at his home in Jacksboro Wednesday. Funeral conducted at the
family home with Rev. C.N. Wylie, pastor of the Presbyterian church, and
interment in Oakwood cemetery.
Mr. Wales had been a resident of Jacksboro for several years engaging in
the drilling of oil wells until his retirement. Survived: widow; 1
daughter - Mrs. David Foreman; 2 little granddaughters.
The Jacksboro Gazette
Jacksboro, Texas
Thursday, December 12, 1929
Wall, J.A. - 1896
The
Jacksboro Gazette
March 5 1896
DIED
Mr. J.A. Wall died at Iowa Park, at 6:30 Sunday morning, March 1st,
1896.
Mr. Wall was for many years a highly respected citizen of Jacksboro.
About two years ago his health began declining, and last summer he spent
several months at different places in the Panhandle, but without relief.
He was a member of the Methodist church and a noble christian gentleman
and died in the full triumph of a living faith.
His remains were brought to Jacksboro Sunday night and interred in
Oakwood cemetery Monday afternoon. Services were conducted by Knights of
Honor.
Mr. and Mrs. Carter of Weatherford accompanied the family to Jacksboro.
Mrs. Wall and her sons have many friends in Jacksboro who deeply
sympathize with them.
Wall, James - 1898
The
Jacksboro Gazette
Thursday, July 28, 1898
James Wall died last Thursday [21 July 1898] and was buried at Oakwood
cemetery. He leaves a wife and one small child, who with his mother and
brothers have the sympathy of a large number of friends.
Wallace, Mary Agnes - 1929
Mary
Agnes Wallace, 5, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. William Wallace of Antelope
died 16 November 1929 and was buried in Antelope 17 November 1929.
The Jacksboro Gazette
Jacksboro, Texas
Thursday, December 19, 1929
Waller, Jack - 1907
Jacksboro
Gazette April 4 1907
Jack, the little son of Dr. and Mrs. H.A. Waller of Wichita Falls died
Sunday and was brought to Jacksboro for burial . The funeral took place
Tuesday morning.
Walters, Ruthie J. - 1911
The
Jacksboro Gazette
Thursday, August 10, 1911
One of the saddest deaths that has occurred in Jacksboro for some time
was that of Mrs. Ruthie J. Walters, wife of Henry B. Walters, which came
as a shock to the town when the announcement of her death was made
Thursday [3 August 1911].
Mr. And Mrs. Walters recently came here from Gibtown, Mr. Walters being
a partner with his father in the Kuykendall drug store. They came here
to make their home with bright promises of a happy and useful life, but
there was one who knew best, and the beautiful young wife was called to
a home where there are no sorrows, nor shadows to blight and mar even
the most fortunate and happiest of lives. Mrs. Walters was a member of
the Gibtown Baptist church, her former home. She leaves her husband and
infant son, her parents, Mr. And Mrs. F.M. Acord.
Among the near relatives who came up to attend the funeral were her
grandmother, Mrs. Martha Heath of Gibtown, Rev. and Mrs. J.B. Pyatt and
children of Bridgeport, Mrs. Maude Lamkins of Elreno, Oklahoma, Mr. And
Mrs. L.B. Woods of Dallas.
Funeral conducted by Rev. J.B. Pyatt and Rev. C.C. Young at the home and
burial immediately after the service in Oakwood cemetery.
Ward, Isaac - 1867
The
Jacksboro Gazette
Thursday, April 13, 1893
The Gazette learns that Hut Farmer, who killed a Mr. Ward at Jacksboro
in 1866, has been arrested in Uvalde county and Jack County Sheriff
Carnes notified of the fact.
[Oakwood cemetery, Jacksboro, Jack County, Texas shows that Isaac Ward
was killed on 23 May 1867. The newspaper account was possibly from
memory and not from fact.]
Warden, T.F., Mrs. - 1900
The
Jacksboro Gazette
Thursday, December 27, 1900
Mrs. T.F. Warden died at her home on College Hill 20 December 1900 and
was buried at Oakwood. Mrs. Warden was a member of the Christian church
and her friends sympathize with her husband and children.
Ware, G.W. - 1929
State
Representative Dead
Information was received here [Thursday] morning, that Hon. G.W. Ware of
Jermyn died at his home 13 February 1929.
At the time of his death Mr. Ware had just entered upon his second term
as representative from this the 101st district but because of ill health
head not attended any of the sessions of the present session of the
legislature. At different times Mr. Ware had been honored by the
citizens of Jack County with public office having previously served as
county commissioner, tax assessor and county chairman of the Democratic
party to which he consistently held allegiance. For the past several
years he had been in the gin and cotton business at Jermyn. He was a
member of the Jermyn Methodist Church.
Surviving: widow; 4 sons - Coy, Harry, Fred and George Ware, Jr.; 2
daughters - Mrs. Walter Wells, Miss Alma Ware.
Jacksboro Gazette
Jacksboro, Texas
Thursday, February 14, 1929
Washburn, Samuel - 1884
The
Rural Citizen
Thursday, January 31, 1884
A gentlemen by the name of Samuel Washburn stopped at F.R. Aston's last
Monday expecting to leave on the stage, Tuesday, for his home in Grayson
county, but died that night and was carried to his last resting place in
Oakwood cemetery.
[Samuel Washburn: 7 July 1862 - 27 January 1884]
Watkins, L.B., Col. - 1924
The
Bridgeport Index
Bridgeport, Wise County, Texas
Thursday, July 17, 1924
Col. L.B. Watkins of Dalhart died 27 June 1924 in Amarillo and was
buried in Amarillo. Col. Watkins was about 75 years old and was widely
known throughout the Panhandle as one of the famous pioneers of Texas.
He was called 'Col. Watkins from the head of the Blue,' due to the fact
that for years he had a ranch at the head of Blue Creek. Col. Watkins
had a ranch in Jack County in the early days and will be remembered by
the pioneer cattlemen of Jack County.
Watson, Mary - 1923
The
Jacksboro Gazette
Thursday, April 26, 1923
Mrs. Mary Watson, formerly Mrs. Mary Kieth, died at the home of Isom
Lynn, a former Jack County citizen now of Paducah, last week and the
remains were returned to Sparks Springs cemetery for burial.
Mrs. Watson was one of the pioneer citizens. Survived by two sons Ð Sam
and Will Kieth.
Watson, Tom - 1929
Tom
Watson, a young man with a carnival at Graham last week, died Monday
from injuries on Sunday. He was accompanied by two men and a woman who
claimed that he was injured by falling from an auto while passing
through Jacksboro. He was taken to Mineral Wells where he died. The men
and the woman were arrested and returned to Jacksboro for investigation
but were later released.
The Jacksboro Gazette
Jacksboro, Texas
Thursday, September 26, 1929
Webb, Mrs. - 1883
The
Rural Citizen
Thursday, August 30, 1883
Dots from Vineyard
Mrs. Webb of Grayson county died today at Mrs. Jackson's. She leaves
many friends in Vineyard to mourn her loss.
Welborn, Mr. - 1905
Friday
a cyclone struck James Smith's place on Bear Creek on the Jacksboro road
near Joplin and blew down every building on the farm and wounded every
member of the family. Mr. Welborn, Mrs. Smith's father, was fatally
injured and died Sunday.
Jacksboro Gazette
Jacksboro, Texas
Thursday, March 23, 1905
Welch, J.A. - 1919
The
Jacksboro Gazette
Thursday, January 30, 1919
Cundiff News
Health of the community is better. Several families have suffered from
influenza. Bryan Whitaker was the first one to pass away. [15 August
1896 - 12 January 1919] He was a noble young man and will be missed. Mr.
[J.A.] Welch was buried 19 January 1919. He leaves his wife, 3 children,
and his aged mother, [tombstone shows: 29 January 1872 - 18 January
1919] besides other relatives and friends to mourn his death. Monday, 20
January 1919 we witnessed the burial of Mrs. Luther [Beulah R.] Smith,
the daughter of M/M C.E. Johnson. [tombstone: 10 August 1891 - 20
January 1919]. She left 3 sweet littler girls. We feel sad when we think
of the homes being saddened by the deaths of our neighbors.
Wells, Clara - 1899
The
Jacksboro Gazette
Thursday, March 16, 1899
Clara, the little daughter of Mr. And Mrs. D.J. Wells, near Jeannette,
died last Saturday.
The Jacksboro Gazette
Thursday, March 23, 1899
In Memory of Little Clara Wells
Little Clara so sweetly fell asleep in Jesus, 11 March 1899, at the home
of her parents, Mr. And Mrs. J.D. Wells, and was buried at Wynn Hill
cemetery. This child, so patient and sweet, talked of death as one grown
old in the service of the Lord, and was ready and willing to die.
Wells, J. Dan, Mrs. - 1911
Mrs.
J. Dan Wells died at the home of her son, John B. Wells, 6 July 1911 and
was buried in Oakwood cemetery,
For a number of years her home had been in Jack county near Jermyn where
she had many friends.
The Jacksboro Gazette
Thursday, May 4, 1911
Wells, Ora - 1912
The
Jacksboro Gazette
Thursday, December 5, 1912
I was called to Jacksboro, Texas, 29 November 1912 to conduct the
funeral of Sister Ora Wells, daughter of Doctor Jesse Birdsong, wife of
Doctor J.W. Wells.
Sister Wells was born in Penola County, Texas, 4 May 1852, died 28
November 1912, at the age of 60 years and seven months. Having suffered
only a few minutes on the bed beside her afflicted companion, whom she
had tenderly nursed and cared for months, who is as helpless as a child.
All had expected his death at any time, but death claimed his victim in
the person of his dear companion who so tenderly cared for him in all
his affliction. She, having finished her morning's work came into the
room where Brother Wells was lying, and said, 'Doctor, my heart is
hurting me a little, I will lie down here,' which she did and died in a
very few moments. Brother Wells being unable to give the alarm, but to
wait the coming of some one which was about 30 minutes.
She leaves one brother and three sisters, an adopted son, and an aged
husband; many brethren and sisters in Christ and friends to mourn her
departure.
She having heard the Gospel under the preaching of Joe S. Warlick in
1889, she with her husband obeyed the same thereby becoming an heir of
God and a joint heir with Christ (Rom. 8:17) and lived a devoted
Christian life 23 years bringing her to her death. So she leaves a hope
of reunion in the sweet by and by with all who love and obey the Lord.
James F. Pursley.
Jacksboro people were saddened Thursday when the announcement of the
death of Mrs. J.W. Wells was made, she having died very suddenly from
heart trouble, about noon. She had hosts of friends in Jacksboro and
also at Bryson, and all over the west part of Jack County where she was
well known.
Mrs. Wells was a vivacious and charming woman who won for her friends
all whom she met. She had always taken great interest in every
enterprise that was for the good of the people among whom she made her
home, until the last few years when she was kept at home by the
afflictions of her husband, who in his great bodily affliction is left
by her death with this great sorrow. Mrs. Wells left one brother, Mr.
A.J. Birdsong of Jacksboro, and three sisters, Mrs. Thomas Lacy of
Elysian Fields, Mrs. Lancaster of Marshall, Mrs. Mitchell and her
adopted son, J.D. Wells of Jacksboro.
Whitaker, Bryan - 1919
The
Jacksboro Gazette
Thursday, January 30, 1919
Cundiff News
Health of the community is better. Several families have suffered from
influenza. Bryan Whitaker was the first one to pass away. [15 August
1896 - 12 January 1919] He was a noble young man and will be missed. Mr.
[J.A.] Welch was buried 19 January 1919. He leaves his wife, 3 children,
and his aged mother, [tombstone shows: 29 January 1872 - 18 January
1919] besides other relatives and friends to mourn his death. Monday, 20
January 1919 we witnessed the burial of Mrs. Luther [Beulah R.] Smith,
the daughter of M/M C.E. Johnson. [tombstone: 10 August 1891 - 20
January 1919]. She left 3 sweet littler girls. We feel sad when we think
of the homes being saddened by the deaths of our neighbors.
Whitaker, Child - 1900
The
Jacksboro Gazette
Thursday, March 1, 1900
Round Prairie News
Mr. Whitaker's little child was burned to death last week.
White, B.F. - 1907
Jacksboro
Gazette
May 16, 1907
Deaths
B.F. White, Joplin, 35 years, April 22
[no other obituary]
White, Mr. - 1860
White
Massacre on Dillingham Prairie in Jack County.
William Clinging and White came to Jack County with a herd of cattle.
For a time they stayed with John Ribble, who lived near Dillingham
Prairie. But when the Indians killed John Bottorff, Mr. Ribble moved his
family to Weatherford. Clinging and White then batched, so they could
look after their cattle.
When Bill Clinging was away, the Indians stole the horses. White started
over to an adjoining ranch and was killed by raiding warriors before
reaching his destination. This massacre occurred on or near Dillingham
Prairie in Jack County about 1860.
Now before writing this section, the author interviewed W.A. (Bill)
Ribble and Tom Ribble, sons of John Ribble; A.M. Lasater, James Wood,
B.L. Ham, Tobe Partner, and others who were living in Jack and adjoining
counties at the time.
This 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
Whitlock, F.D. - 1883
The
Rural Citizen
Thursday, December 13, 1883
A Sad Accident
Last Thursday, F.D. Whitlock, went out to cut some timber, after being
absent longer than the usual time search was made, when he was found
dead under a tree. It appears that he had cut a tree which had lodged
and had cut the one against which it had lodged, when it fell on him,
killing him instantly.
Wilcox, Maggie Lauderdale - 1887
The
Rural Citizen
Jacksboro, Jack county, Texas
Thursday, September 29, 1887
Obituary
Mrs. Maggie Wilcox, nee Lauderdale, was born in Jack county, 25 October
1862 and went to her heavenly home from Fort worth, Texas, 26 September
1887, 24 years, 11 months, one day. Her mortal remains were interred in
Oakwood cemetery at Jacksboro on 27 September. She was married to M.F.
Wilcox in San Antonio, Texas, 15 December 1886 and they lived happily
together until an all-wise God took her away. She leaves a husband, a
sweet little babe, many relatives. She joined the Methodist church in
Jacksboro, in the summer of 1884 and was a faithful member of the church
until God called her from the church militant to the church triumphant.
Wilcox, Nettie - 1899
Mrs.
Nettie Wilcox died Saturday at her home in Jacksboro. She leaves a
number of relatives.
The Jacksboro Gazette
Thursday, February 2, 1899
Wilkerson, Ray - 1900
The
Jacksboro Gazette
Thursday, August 9, 1900
Cundiff Locals
Our town was visited last Sunday by death, calling from our midst little
Ray, 14 month old son of Dr. and Mrs. B.O. Wilkerson. The funeral was
held at the church by Rev. Allison and the remains were interred in the
Cundiff cemetery.
Wilkins, J.L. - 1929
J.L.
Wilkins, of Ponca City, Oklahoma, father of Mrs. R.L. Gwaltney died
suddenly Saturday, 11 March 1929. He was with an oil company near
Oklahoma City.
Jacksboro Gazette
Jacksboro, Texas
Thursday, March 14, 1929
Williams, Ellis - 1912
The
Jacksboro Gazette
Thursday, August 1, 1912
Ellis Williams of Barton chapel passed away Friday.
He was laid to rest in the Walker cemetery.
Bro. Cantwell officiating.
Williams, Luther, Mrs. - 1924
The
Jacksboro Gazette
Thursday, July 3, 1924
Mrs. Luther Williams died Monday and was buried at Lynn Creek. She had
been in failing health for several months and had returned from a
sanitarium. The deceased disappeared from the home of her father, John
Bryant, late Monday. Searching parties were organized and her body was
found hanging in a tree, more than a mile from her home. Despondency
over her ill health is supposed to have been the cause of her action in
taking her life.
Wills, Belle - 1923
The
Jacksboro Gazette
Thursday, February 22, 1923
Mrs. Belle Wills of the Truce community, who was long a resident of
Cundiff, until a few years ago she moved, with her daughter and
son-in-law to Truce. She was nearly 73 years of age. Survived by one
daughter and family; 2 sisters Ð Mrs. M. Craig of Cundiff, Mrs. Joe
Martin of the Western country.
Wills, J. Graham - 1893
The
Jacksboro Gazette
Thursday, March 9, 1893
Died
The community was shocked on Wednesday to learn of the death of J.
Graham Wills of pneumonia, after a short illness. He was buried this
morning by the Masons and Knights of Pythias, both of which orders he
was an active member. His death cast a gloom over the entire community,
for he was universally respected and beloved.
J. Graham Wills
Resolutions Adopted by Fort Richardson Lodge No. 320 Jacksboro, Texas
March 9, 1893
Resolutions adopted by Lodge No. 129 Knights of Pythias
The subject of this sketch was born at or near Trevillians, in Laura
county, Virginia, on 15 April 1861, and was consequently, at the time of
his death nearly 32 years of age. He came to Jacksboro in the fall of
1885, and at once entered into the employ of J.W. Knox, and continued
with him, and with McComb, Eastin & Know until last summer, when he
formed a partnership with J.J. Atkinson in the family grocery business,
buying out that part of the business of the firm above mentioned. He
joined Fort Richardson Lodge A.F. & A.M. about a year after locating
here, and the K. of P. on their organization; and in the fall of 1889
married Miss Lulu Atkinson, who with one charming little girl survive
him. From the moment of his arrival among us until the last hour of his
life, Graham Wills commanded the love of all who knew him intimately,
and the respect of every one who was acquainted with him.
His wife and child and brother have the heartfelt sympathy of the
community and his memory will long be kept green in the hearts of those
who knew and loved him, and who will miss his cheery smile and kindly
presence.
Wilson, James - 1888
Killed
on the Denver
Clarendon, Texas, July 15
In consequence of a washout on the Fort Worth and Denver Railway the
northbound passenger train last night was precipitated through a bridge
near this place and the engineer, William Smith, and the fireman, James
Wilson, were instantly killed, but no passengers received injuries.
Mr. Wilson was a citizen of Jack County several years and was well
known. He was the son of Dan A. Wilson, of Howard Valley.
Jacksboro Gazette
July 19, 1888
Jacksboro, Jack, Texas
Wilson, Katherine 'Chattie' - 1919
The
Jacksboro Gazette
Thursday, April 24, 1919
Mrs. D.B. Mizell, Miss Kathleen Mizell, Dubart and Rivers Mizell of
Kaufman were called here on account of the death of Mrs. Mizell's
sister, Miss Katherine Wilson of Jermyn. Miss Wilson was buried at
Oakwood cemetery Friday.
[tombstone shows: Chattie Wilson, 14 January 1856 - 17 April 1919]
Wilson, Luther - 1905
Jacksboro
people regretted the death of Luther Wilson, who was a fireman on the
Texas and Pacific, which occurred last Saturday night west of Fort
Worth. Mr. Wilson was well known here having once lived in Jacksboro and
his old home was at Cundiff.
The Fort Worth papers state that three hours behind time and heavily
loaded with passengers, the Cannonball, the through train from El Paso
to Texarakana, made up of 15 cars and pulled by two engines, was slowly
toiling up the long grade east of Aledo when the wreck occurred.
Both engines had been reinforced at the bottom of the grade by a helper
locomotive in charge of Engineer Swick and Conductor Corpany. Luther
Wilson was the fireman.
Both engines, struggling with the dragging weight behind, swayed from
side to side as they tugged at their load, and though under heavy steam,
their progress was so slow trainmen among the passengers estimate their
speed at not exceeding 15 miles an hour.
At the top of the Aledo grade is a curve. Just as the helped engine
which was in front struck this curve it toppled over suddenly and fell
into the ditch beside the rails. Crushing after it the heavy regular
locomotive and tumbling after the engines pitched the two baggage cars
and the first coach of the train.
The wreck occurred with a suddenness that gave the train men no warning
signal which they might have heeded in time to jump for their lives. All
were buried beneath the grinding mass of hot iron, burning coals and
cinders, while hissing steam and boiling water from bursting steam pipes
scalded them as they struggled to free themselves.
Only two of the trainmen escaped serious injury.
Jacksboro Gazette
Jacksboro, Texas
Thursday, November 16, 1905
Wise, Johnny - 1912
The
Jacksboro Gazette
Thursday, May 9, 1912
On 27 April 1912, we laid to rest in Willow Point graveyard Mr. Wise's
baby [Johnny Wise], after appropriate services conducted by Brother
Matthews.
[buried near Johnny is Robert L. Wise, husband of Alzert K. Wise]
[Johnny Wise: 1911-1902]
[Willow Point cemetery is 10 miles southwest of Bridgeport on the
Jacksboro highway]
Womack, L.J., Mrs. - 1889
Mrs.
L.J. Womack, after a long illness and complicated diseases, died Monday
night at her home four miles north of town. Mrs. Womack had long been an
exemplary member of the Baptist church, and leaves many friends who
sympathizes with the family.
Jacksboro Gazette
March 14, 1889
Jacksboro, Jack, Texas
Womack, T.J. - 1893
The
Jacksboro Gazette
Thursday, March 9, 1893
T.J. Womack, an old resident of Jack County, died at Poolville, where he
had removed to about a years since. He was in every sense a good man and
a good citizen, universally respected by all who knew him. He had been
in feeble health for a year or two past.
Wood, A.C., Mrs. - 1899
Death
of Mrs. A.C. Wood
Mrs. A.C. Wood died at the home of her parents, Mr. And Mrs. Stanley
Cooper, 16 May 1899, after an illness of several months, and was buried
at Oakwood. The funeral was largely attended by many friends and
acquaintances of the family.
Mrs. Wood was the only daughter and great favorite in the family, and
having grown up and always resided in Jacksboro and had a large number
of friends who deeply sympathize with the husband, parents and brothers
in their great sorrow.
The Jacksboro Gazette
Thursday, July 27, 1899
Wood, A.N. - 1929
Another
pioneer citizen has died last week was A.N. Wood of the Barton Chapel
community who passed away after an illness. Funeral conducted by Rev.
H.B. Chambers, pastor of the Perrin-Barton Methodist churches. Mr. Wood
has been a resident of Jack County since 1855. Survived by 4 daughters -
Mrs. J.E. McClure of Graford; Mrs. Hattie Whaley of Barton Chapel; Mrs.
O.H. Howard of Palo Pinto;[one daughter was not named]; 2 sons - L.M.
Wood of Clovis, NM; T.F. Wood of Wichita, Kansas.
Jacksboro Gazette
Jacksboro, Texas
Thursday, May 2, 1929
Wood, Ernest - 1905
Ernest
Wood, son of Mr. and Mrs. J.R. Wood was struck with apoplexy Monday and
died Tuesday. His remains were taken to Oak Glen and buried in the Wood
family cemetery.
Jacksboro Gazette
Jacksboro, Texas
Thursday, June 8, 1905
Wood, Infant of Walter - 1919
The
Jacksboro Gazette
Thursday, May 29, 1919
Perrin News
The infant of Mr. And Mrs. Walter Wood was buried in the Perrin
cemetery, 18 May 1919.
Wood, John - 1902
The
Jacksboro Gazette
Thursday, September 18, 1902
John Wood of Salt Hill, the oldest citizen of Jack county, died Tuesday
at his home where he settled in 1855. Mr. Wood was here through the
Indian troubles from 1859 to 1872. He was an honored and highly
respected citizen and universal sorrow is felt at his death.
Wood, John, Mrs. - 1907
Jacksboro
Gazette February 21 1907
Mrs. John Wood of Oak Glen died Friday at the age of 84. The burial took
place Saturday at the family cemetery.
Wood, Lee - 1912
The
Jacksboro Gazette
Thursday, March 7, 1912
Lee Wood died at his home at Oak Glen 24 February 1912 of a complication
of grip and rheumatism. He was buried in the old family graveyard on the
old Wood place in the Oak Glen community. Mr. Wood belonged to one of
the first families who located in Jack County, before the civil war, and
the family graveyard is on the old home place. Mrs. Wood had been absent
and just arrived home a few days previous to Mr. Wood's death.
Wood, Mattie - 1917
The
Jacksboro Gazette
Jacksboro, Jack County, Texas
Thursday, May 10, 1917
Word came to Jacksboro Wednesday that the remains of Mrs. Mattie Wood,
wife of the late Rev. V.Y. Wood were to be brought to Jacksboro for
interment, her husband having been buried here several years ago.
Mrs. Wood resided in Jacksboro a number of years and had at that time
many friends, being a lady of culture and charming disposition. She was
as was her husband, a member of the Christian church. She leaves one
son, A.C. Wood, who is well known in Jacksboro.
Funeral held at Jacksboro Inn and interment in Oakwood cemetery. [no
stones could be found in Paul Smith's census for either Rev. V.Y. or his
wife]
Wood, V.Y., Rev. - 1907
Jacksboro
Gazette
January 3 1907
The remains of Rev. V.Y. Wood who died at the home of his son, A.C.
Wood, at Nocona were laid to rest in Oakwood cemetery at Jacksboro this
Friday. Mr. Wood had long been a minister of high standing in the
Christian church and had many friends in this part of the state. He was
also an ex-Confederate and a member of R.E. Lee No. 1314 of Jacksboro.
Mrs. Wood, Mr. and Mrs. A.C. Wood and two little daughters, came with
the remains of Rev. V.Y. Wood, returned to their home at Nocona Monday.
Jacksboro Gazette
January 10 1907
In Memoriam
Headquarters, Camp R.E. Lee No. 1314 C.S.A. _Comrades, again it has
pleased the Great Commander to take from our ranks our beloved comrade
and friend, V.Y. Wood, and called him from his labors here to rest
beyond the river, and while we bow in humble submission to his will,
knowing that our loss is his gain. We cannot but regret our loss as
Comrade Wood was ever true to the cause we so much love, and did
everything he could to promote its welfare. He was one of the first
members of our camp and did all he could to make it a success. _He
was a kind and indulgent husband and father, a good citizen and
consistent Christian, and the world is better that he lived. He was a
true friend to all that was just and good.
To the bereaved wife and children we tender our sympathy.
J.M. Maddox, T.F. Warden, J.A. Hudson
Woodward, Sallie B. - 1898
In
memory of Sallie B. Woodward
On 21 October 1898, Sallie B. Woodward passed from earth to join her
voice with the white robed throng around God's throne. For 21 years she
gladdened her father's home, and her friends were many. She was well
known here having attended the Baptist college several sessions. She
fell asleep at Denton at the home of her sister, Mrs. J.O. McCormick.
Her dear mother, many relatives and friends were there to watch and care
for her. She is not with her father and so many dear ones she is not
lonely, but alas, for those who loved her so well we are left in this
world so full of separations, tears and sorrows Ð but after awhile we
will all be reunited and we shall all spend eternity together.
The Jacksboro Gazette
Thursday, March 2, 1899
Word, John - 1910
The
Jacksboro Gazette
Thursday, March 3, 1910
John Word was raised at Willow Point. He moved to Mineral Wells about a
year ago. About six weeks ago he had a stroke of paralysis and lingered
until 22 February 1910 when death relieved him of his sufferings. His
friends brought him back to Willow Point for burial. The writer preached
the funeral to a large crowd.
He professed a hope in Christ in 1900.
He left a wife and three small children who left the 24 February 1910 to
live out west with her brother.
B.F. Dickinson
Worthington, Mattie - 1910
The
Jacksboro Gazette
Thursday, February 24, 1910
The announcement was made on 20 February 1910 that Mrs. Charles A.
Worthington had passed away.
She was the wife of Mr. Charles Anthony Worthington and the niece of
Mrs. Jeannette D. McConnell, Mrs. James W. Knox and Miss Alice Connor.
She had spent several winters in Jacksboro previous to her marriage, and
had made a large circle of friends. She was an accomplished lady of many
personal charms. She was a Pennsylvanian by birth her home being the
historic old town of Bethlehem, where her life was spent amid the
pleasant surroundings of that interesting place where here family had
resided for generations. To the old family burial ground at Mauch Chunk,
near Bethlehem, her remains were taken for interment. Mr. Worthington
was accompanied by James W. Knox to Mauch Chunk.
The older ones addressed her as ÒMattieÓ and the younger as ÒMiss
Mattie.Ó A beautiful name of a loving and loyal one.
The funeral services were held at the beautiful Worthington home.
Rev. O.T. Cooper, pastor of the Methodist Church conducted the service.
Mrs. Mattie Connor Worthington, wife of Charles A. Worthington, niece of
Mr. And Mrs. J.W. Knox and Miss Alice Connor was born in Bethlehem,
Pennsylvania.
Some seven years ago she came to Jacksboro. Here for seven years she has
lived Ðthe first four in the happy home of her near kinspeople, Mr. And
Mrs. J.W. Knox, and for these last three years in her own beautiful home
as the devoted wife and companion of Mr. Charles A. Worthington.
She was a loyal member of the Protestant Episcopal Church.
Wright, P.G. - 1929
P.G.
Wright died at the home of his son, J.W. Wright, two miles west of town,
Saturday, of pneumonia. Funeral conducted at the Jacksboro Presbyterian
church by Rev. C.N. Wylie with interment at Oakwood cemetery. Survived:
2 sons - J.W. Wright; another son living in Jacksboro; brother - P.D.
Wright of Tom Bean.
Jacksboro Gazette
Jacksboro, Texas
Thursday, April 4, 1929
Wylie, S.A. - 1929
Mr.
S.A. Wylie of Jermyn died 11 November 1929 and was buried at Winn Hill.
The Jacksboro Gazette
Jacksboro, Texas
Thursday, December 19, 1929
Young, E.E., Mrs. - 1929
The
entire community was grief-stricken Saturday because of the unexpected
death of Mrs. E.E. Young, which occurred at the family home.
Mrs. Young had been a resident of Jacksboro since 1901 coming as a bride
when she and Mr. Young were married and they have lived here
continuously, Mr. Young being engaged in the drug business.
In addition to her home duties, Mrs. Young was active in club and school
work, and was the first woman to hold the position as school trustee in
Jacksboro, in which office she was very successful. She was a consistent
Christian and was an active member in the Methodist church.
Funeral conducted at the Methodist church, by the pastor, Rev. C.B.
Garrett, assisted by Rev. C.N. Wylie, pastor of the Presbyterian church.
Interment in Oakwood cemetery.
Survived by her husband, 2 sons - Rufus of Richmond and Vaughn, who has
been attending a school of pharmacy of Philadelphia; 2 daughters -
Elizabeth and Ernestine, who are students in the high school; brother -
Fred Buster of Sealy; 2 sisters - Mrs. P.C. McInnis of Brownwood, Mrs.
Lillian Armstrong of California.
Other relatives and friends at the funeral were: Claude Buster of
Dallas; P.C. McInnis of Brownwood; Mrs. Rufus Young of Richmond, Mr. and
Mrs. Glass and daughter, Elizabeth of Fort Worth; Rev. and Mrs. S.P.
Farler of Lewisville; Miss Edith Rubenkoenig, Mrs. J.S. Crutcher, Mr.
and Mrs. J.M. Ramsey, Mrs. H.B. Reynolds, Mrs. G.L. Marchman of Graham,
Dr. and Mrs. G.B. Wade of Fort Worth.
Jacksboro Gazette
Jacksboro, Texas
Thursday, January 24, 1929
Young, E.R., Dr. - 1917
The
Jacksboro Gazette
Jacksboro, Jack County, Texas
Thursday, June 14, 1917
E.E. young was called to Galveston on account of the death of his
father, Dr. E.R. Young of Brenham.
Dr. Young died in the John Sealy Hospital 17 June 1917, where he had
been for an operation. He had been in failing health for several years.
In years gone by Dr. Young visited in Jacksboro.
Young, Maria - 1929
Mrs.
Maria Young, formerly of Jack County but now of Throckmorton County, was
buried at Trinity Cemetery of last week. Mrs. Young was well known among
the older people of Vineyard, Cundiff and other communities east of
Jacksboro. She was born in Tennessee in 1853 and moved to Texas while
young. Many friends from Throckmorton and former Jack County were at the
funeral conducted at the grave. She was the widow of the late Sam Young
who was well known here. Surviving: 1 daughter - Mrs. Frank Blackerby;
her two children and four grandchildren, of Throckmorton; step-son -
John Young and his son of Wichita Falls; 1 step-daughter; 1 brother of
New Mexico.
Jacksboro Gazette
Jacksboro, Texas
Thursday, January 31, 1929