Thursday, September 11, 1902 John B. Grayson, a wealthy land owner and trader of Vonore, died Monday morning at his home. Mr. Grayson had been afflicted for some time with kidney and bladder trouble but was not serious until very recently, when he was confined to his bed and from that time sank very fast. Mr. Grayson was very prominent in the money circles of this county, and was widely known throughout the country. He was advanced in years, possibly 70 years old. His remains were laid to rest in the Vonore Cemetery. The bereaved family have the sympathy of all. Mr. James M. Browder, one of the best known and most highly respected citizens of this county, died at his home in Sweetwater at 8:30 o'clock last night after an illness of two weeks duration. The announcement of his death has cast a gloom over the entire community. Truly, a good man has passed away. Funeral services will be held tomorrow morning at 9 o'clock. Carlisle, Kentucky, September 2---Rev. J.T. Sexton, the blacksmith preacher and evangelist, is conducting a revival here and is meeting with his usual success in causing conversions by his spiritual elquence and fervor. An old time revival is being held and already over one hundred and fifty people have stood up for prayers and fifty have been converted. The building where the meetings are being held will not hold half of the people who attend. Rev. Sexton is fighting the devil in the heart of the blue grass country, famed for its beautiful women, fast horses and fine whiskey, about 400 miles from Knoxville. Rev. Sexton's oratory is making sinners repent their evil ways almost as they are brought under the spell of his wonderful influence. J.H. McCaslin spent last week at the bedside of his brother. McCaslin, who passed away after a lingering illness Friday. Mr. McCaslin's home was near Manilla. He was one of the most highly respected citizens of the county, and for years a member of the Chestua Baptist Church. Funeral services were held Sunday. Thursday, September 18, 1902 Large obituary for James M. Browder, age 78. Henry Heiskell, a highly respected citizen of this community died at his home west of Sweetwater Saturday morning at four o'clock, after a brief illness of fever. He leaves a wife and one child, several brothers and sisters and a host of friends to mourn his seemingly untimely death. While it may have not been our time for him to go, it was the Lord's time, so let us bow in humble submission and say, "Even so, Father, for it seemed good in thy sight," carrying out that one eternal purpose of love and grace, that one fixed law that man must die and at the appointed time fixed in the eternal council of His own will. Deceased was a consistent Christian and in the best conscious talk said that all was well and that he was ready to answer the summons. The funeral occurred from the residence Saturday morning at nine o'clock, conducted by his pastor, Rev. M.A. Hunt, followed by interment in the Sweetwater Cemetery. We tender our heartfelt sympathy to the family and relatives in their bereavement. Mrs. J.J. Glaze---News was received here yesterday of the death of Mrs. Jefferson J. Glaze, which occurred early Wednesday morning, at her home near Reagan Station, after a brief illness. Deceased was a member of one of the oldest and most prominent McMinn County families, and for many years has been one of the "Mother's in Israel," in the community in which she lived. She leaves a husband and six grown children and a host of relatives and friends who mourn her departure. Funeral services will likely be held at County Line. Death Of Mrs. W.P. Sutton---Mrs. Ina Smith Sutton, wife of Will P. Sutton, died at their residence in Sweetwater Monday night, at 12:35 after a brief illness. The announcement of her death came as a surprise and a great shock to her many friends. Our hearts are very sore and we marvel at the mysterious Providence that took her away. But we thank our Heavenly Father for her noble life, and feel that "He doeth all things well." She was one of those individuals whose life always suggested sunshine. She lived her quiet, consistent life, silently endeavoring to do her duty to God, in her home and amongst friends. She was a bright Christian, though not a church member. All who knew her were her friends. The funeral service which took place Tuesday afternoon from the residence, was conducted by Rev. W.A. Moffitt, and attended by a large concourse of sympathizing friends. Rev. Moffitt performed the ceremony only three shorts years ago that made her the wife of W.P. Sutton. Their union was blessed by one child, a bright little boy two years old. May the tender Shepherd shield and protect him from the storms of this world. The devoted husband, loving sister and three little brothers, and all other bereaved relatives have the sympathy of the entire community. Thursday, September 25, 1902 Rev. J.H. Keith, D.D., the beloved pastor of the Methodist church at Rogersville, Tenn., died last Saturday. Dr. Keith was considered one of the ablest preacher in the conference. Several years ago he was pastor of the M.E. church at this place. He leaves a wife, daughter and son, in Rogersville, as well as several children in Morristown, Asheville and in Texas. His remains were shipped to Asheville for interment. Negro Brakeman Killed---While the east-bound freight train, No. 64, in charge of Capt. J.J. Sailor, was switching here Saturday, a colored brakeman by the name of Albert Bibles, of White Pine, Tenn., was caught between the draw-heads while attempting to make a coupling, and instantly killed. His remains were shipped to White Pine Saturday night. A letter from Mrs. C.O. Fluke, of Lewistown, Pa., announces the death of her mother, Mrs. Shimp, which occurred at her home on Tuesday afternoon, after a brief illness. Many friends in Sweetwater and vicinity remember Mrs. Shimp and extend sympathy to Mrs. Fluke in her bereavement. On Saturday, October 4, at the residence of the later Henry Heiskell, there will be sold at public outcry, a lot of household and kitchen furniture, two mares, one mule colt, three milk cows, a lot of hogs and sheep, a wagon and hack, farming tools, corn, hay, etc. Thursday, January 5, 1905 Obituary of Jesse Carlton Heabler of Knox County, Tennessee. Letter from T.E. Snead of Hinsdale, Montana. Mrs. Rausin, wife of Mr. J. Harvey Rausin, and mother of Frank and Ben Rausin, of this county, died at her home east of Sweetwater last week, after a protracted illness. Deceased was a most estimable Christian woman, loved and esteemed by all. The funeral was held from the residence last Friday, being conducted by Rev. J.L. Bachman. The interment followed in the cemetery at Philadelphia. H.R. Newcomb, of Benton, Ark., who left this country more than 25 years ago, was a visitor here recently. Thursday, January 12, 1905 Henry Palmer, of Cleveland, who was married to Miss Cora Allen, of this place, two years ago, died at Cleveland Tuesday morning after a protracted illness. The remains were brought here yesterday for interment. The funeral was conducted by Rev. I.P. Martin. Deceased was a young man of good character, and had many friends here who are pained to learn of his death. Friends here regret to learn of the death of Miss Louise Lowe, the 13-year-old daughter of Mr. & Mrs. J.L. Lowe, of Knoxville. The funeral of the deceased was conducted Sunday afternoon by Rev. J.W. Perry, pastor of Church Avenue Methodist Church, Knoxville. Constable J.C. Terry on Tuesday arrested the Negro Deatherege, who killed his wife near Kingston, last week, for whom there was a reward if $2500 offered by the Sheriff of Roane County. The officer located the Negro on the Prigmore place west of town, arrested him Tuesday afternoon and delivered him to the Sheriff of Roane County Tuesday night. The announcement of the death of Mr. J.L. Thomas, at his home west of town, on last Thursday afternoon, was received by his many friends in this section with regret. He had been confined to his bed but a few days. He was one of the most highly esteemed and respected citizens of this community, and had he lived until the 23rd day of this month, would have been 79 years old. He was a good citizen and neighbor, a kind, affectionate father, and a devoted husband. As to his religious life, he was a life-long Baptist, and a kind-hearted, sympathetic Christian. To do good was the strongest impulse of his nature. He will be missed in the home and in the community. Funeral services were held from the late residence Friday afternoon, and were conducted by Rev. E.K. Cox. A large number of friends and neighbors were present to pay a last tribute of respect. A large family of devoted children, all of whom are grown, besides a host of other relatives, mourn because of his departure. May they all emulate his life and example. Thursday, January 19, 1905 Alleged Wife Killer Lodged In Jail---Harriman, Tenn., January 16---Bob Cleveland, alias Deatherage, the Negro wife murderer, who was captured by Baliff J.C. Terry near Sweetwater, Monroe County, has been lodged in jail at Kingston. Considerable excitement exists in colored circles over the tragedy, which seems to have been a dastardly, cold-blooded murder. The woman was at the wash tub and was shot from behind. Sentenced To Ten Year Term---James Long, Dave Stephens and Sam Clark, of Sweetwater, were tried Tuesday on the charge of rape, and the jury returned a verdict of guilty, and the penalty was fixed at 10 years each in the penitentiary. Dr. J.R. Stradley, aged 80, died Tuesday night at his home at Hiwassee College. Dr. Stradley was one of the oldest and best known citizens of Monroe County, and has been identified with the interests of this section for many years. The funeral will take place today. Thursday, January 26, 1905 Knoxville, Tennessee, January 24---Clarence Lillard, slayer of Ed Hicks, whom he killed Saturday without apparent provocation, was this morning taken from the Knox County jail and the Grand Jury found a true bill against him. He will be tried soon. Lillard is a wealthy gambler. Philadelphia, Tennessee, January 21---W.E. Johnson and wife, who live on Pond Creek, Rural Route No. 2, will celebrate the 57th anniversary of their wedding in a day or two. Mr. Johnson is in his 82nd year, and can still shoulder a bushel of corn. Cherry Branch---James Williams, who had been troubled with heart trouble for several years, fell dead while helping dig a grave in Fender's Cemetery Thursday. Remains were laid in New Hope Cemetery. Cherry Branch---Miss Emily Willson, of Stockton Valley, who had suffered several days with fever, died Wednesday at the home of her brother, Sam Willson. Deceased was an upright Christian and a member of the M.E. Church, South. Remains were laid to rest in the Fender Cemetery. B.C. Hale, one of the best known businessmen and prominent citizens of Madisonville, died Tuesday. The remains were shipped to Center, Ala., his old home, for interment. While engaged in digging a grave in a local burying ground last Wednesday near Blue Springs, James Williams, a farmer of that neighborhood, dropped to the ground and expired instantly. Thursday, February 2, 1905 Heaviest Snowfall Since 1898---The heaviest snowfall since 1898 fell here Sunday afternoon and night, reaching the depth of about four inches. The snow was of the wet, sticky "variety," and on this account, telephone and telegraph wires were covered with a heavy coating of "the beautiful," causing the wires to break in many places, impeding communication by wire for several hours. The telephone, electric light and telegraph companies of Knoxville suffered thousands of dollars loss on account of broken wires. Mr. Joseph S. Purdy, of the Hawaii Islands, is here after an absence of 17 years, on a visit to his mother, and brothers, John A. Purdy, of this city, and Andrew J. Purdy, of Philadelphia. Mrs. Brakebill Moser, wife of Mr. Francis Moser, died at the family residence in Sweetwater yesterday morning at six o'clock after an illness of several days. She wasa most estimable Christian woman, and her life has left behind an influence that will be cherished by her family as a sacred legacy. She was an acceptable and valued member of the M.E. Church, South. She is survived by her husband, four daughters and three sons, besides a wide circle of relatives in this and other counties. The bereaved family have the sympathy of many friends in their sad hour. The funeral will take place this morning at New Hope Church, near Hiwassee College, and will be conducted by Rev. I.P. Martin. Thursday, February 9, 1905 Accidental Shooting At Lenoir City---Wednesday evening two sons of John Brown, near Lenoir, were playing with a small target gun, when it was discharged in the hands of one, killing his brother instantly, the ball piercing his heart. The boy holding the gun was six years old, the one killed five. ---Loudon Record. Robert Carter, of Comanche, Texas, a former citizen of Sweetwater, and a man well known by the older people of Monroe County, died on December 30th, 1904. Mr. Carter was a brother-in-law of Col. W.J. Fowler of Eve Mills. The following notice of his death is taken from a late copy of the Comanche Chief: "After an illness of several weeks Uncle Bob Carter passed away December 30th. He was in his 88th year and had been a citizen of the town for 20 years. Uncle Bob was a respected citizen and had many friends who regretted that in the fullness of time he had to be taken away. He was one of the oldest men in the county, having attained to a venerable age through temperate habits. He was a thorough Republican in his political views and never tired of joking his Democratic friends over their failure to land the Presidency. Governor Lanham, Attorney General Bell and Judge T.H. Conner were his warm friends and at every election he scratched his own nominees to vote for these men. Judge Conner came to see him during his illness, and Gov. Lanham and Mr. Bell wrote him sympathizing letters. He was born in Virginia in May, 1817. Went to East Tennessee when a boy, and married while there. Latr he moved to Georgia, where his first wife having died, he was married the second time, to Miss Brown, who survives him. He came to Texas in 1867, settling at Waco, and in 1875 moved to Comanche where he built the first mill in the town. Later he engaged in the hotel business and followed it till near the time of his death. He was a Mason, though for many years he had not affiliated with the order. Last fall at the age of 87 he professed the Christian faith and joined the Presbyterian church. He died in perfect peace and with the utmost faith in the hereafter. The present mayor of Chicago, Carter Harrison, is related to his family, and his ancestors were immigrants from England, they having come over from the old country during Queen Anne's reign and settled on land in Virginia which were grants from that sovereign. His remains were laid to rest on the last day of the year, Rev. Gaines B. Hall officiating." Mrs. Mary Catherine Moser---At her home in Sweetwater, Tenn., Feb. 1st, 1905, Mrs. Mary C. Moser fell asleep in Jesus in the fifty-seventh year of her age. She was born in Monroe County, Dec. 1, 1848. She grew to a matured womanhood, adorned with those admirable traits of character and qualities of mind which fitted her for those grave and responsible duties of a useful life, which she was permitted to live. She was married to Mr. Frank Moser, Jan. 6, 1870, and enjoyed the companionship of her noble husband to a marvelous degree. In that one of God's highest and most responsible gifts, a noble and true motherhood. She was especially honored, being the mother of eight children, four boys and four girls, six of whom survive her loss, a son and daughter having preceded her to that "land beyond." Mrs. Moser was an earnest, consecrated Christian woman, a faithful wife, a loving mother, a kind neighbor, a staunch friend. She was a devoted member of the Sweetwater M.E. Church South. She was full of sympathy for the poor and suffering. She was unselfish in her nature and ministered ever to the comfort and happiness of her family and the many friends who delighted to visit her and share the hospitalities of her home. Strengthened and upheld by the strong love of a devoted and gentle husband, cheered and encouraged by the affection and respectful obedience of her children she did her life's work well and has left the mother's impress, both for gentleness and for firmness, and fidelity to duty, upon the character and on the lives of these her children. Her Christian faith was clear and strong. A true member of His flock, she knew the Shepherd's voice and followed Him. Thus ended a quiet, model, Christian life. A life which, like a stream of living water will ever gladden and bless all that it ever touched. A bright Christian home is broken. May they find sweet comfort in Him, in which she trusted. "We loved thee well, but Jesus loves best. With sadness we said, "Good night." Until we meet again before His throne, Clothed in the spotless robe He gives His own, Until we know, even as we are known, Good night." Thursday, February 16, 1905 Maj. George W. Doughty, aged 67 years, died at his home near Loudon, Tennessee, Saturday, Jan. 28th, 1905, after an illness of only a few days. Maj. Doughty lived for a number of years at Dennison, Texas, but for the past few years he has lived at Loudon, where he has managed the farmers of his brother, Col. J.H. Doughty, of Greeneville. Mrs. Floyd Langston of Loudon, was called here this week by the serious illness of her mother, Mrs. Ferguson, who died Monday evening. Walter, familiarly known as "Skeene" Bryant, son of Henry Bryant, of this place, who was thrown from a passenger train between Sweetwater and Athens about two years ago, sustaining serious injuries, died Monday night. Aside from losing one of his lower limbs, he was otherwise injured, and for some time has been almost entirely paralyzed. Six Inches of Snow---From midnight Sunday night to 8 o'clock Monday morning 6 inches of snow had fallen in this section. The snow followed an incessant drizzling rain, which continued throughout Sunday. This is the heaviest snow experienced here, possibly, since 1886. Twenty Below Zero---The thermometer registered 20 degrees below zero at six o'clock Tuesday morning, in Sweetwater. This is the coldest weather of the winter. In fact, the coldest weather on record in Sweetwater, was February 14, 1899, when the mercury went 14 degrees below zero. This is the sixth anniversary of that event, and the Winter King seems to have endeavored to give it a fitting celebration. In February 1886, the temperature was 12 below. Murderers of Mrs. Youngblood To Hang---Mr. Thomas M. Youngblood, formerly of this place, now of Knoxville, has just received a telegram from City Attorney Harry A. Lindsley, of Denver, Colorado, to whom credit largely belongs for the conviction of the three young bandits, Fred Arnold, Newton Andrews and Charlie Peters, for the murder of Mrs. Amanda Youngblood, on New Year's Eve of 1903, advising him that the supreme court had sustained the lower court and that the murder of his dear old wife would be avenged. Unless the governor of Colorado interferes, and it is not believed that he will, the three young bandits will be executed during the week commencing May 21, 1905. The details of the murder of Mrs. Youngblood, which was one of the most cold-blooded and cruel ever committed, was published in The Telephone at the time, and are familiar to our readers. Robert Youngblood, a son of Mrs. Youngblood, was seriously wounded by the bandits, but has recovered, and is now living in Knoxville. Mrs. Elijah Pressley, residing near Philadelphia, died Tuesday morning, after several days illness. She was a most estimable lady, being a sister of Messrs. Charles, John and Walter North, of Sweetwater. She leaves a husband and five children. The funeral will occur today, ay Murray's Church Cemetery. Mrs. Ferguson, aged 65, mother of Messrs. George and Frank Ferguson, of this city, and Mrs. J.H. McGuire, of Fork Creek, and Mrs. Floyd Langston, of Loudon, died Monday evening at nine o'clock, after a protracted illness. She was a woman loved and esteemed by all who knew her. Funeral services will be held today from the residence at nine o'clock, conducted by Rev. I.P. Martin, followed by interment in New Hope Cemetery. Arthur Colquitt, aged 20 years, 6 months and 26 days, died Tuesday morning, after an illness of several months. He was a young man who had the respect and good will of everyone, and it is but natural from a worldly standpoint to say, that his death was untimely. He was cut down in the bloom of young manhood and called to answer the dread summons while many others who are older, and whose days of usefulness are past, are left behind. Arthur was the oldest son of Mr. & Mrs. Joseph Colquitt. He lead a quiet, unassuming life, had many friends, and was a Christian and a member of the Junior Order of A.O.U.A.M., of this place. The funeral will be held from the residence this afternoon at one o'clock, conducted by Rev. E.K. Cox, followed by interment in West View Cemetery. Mrs. Annie Martin Ransom, the wife of Prof. Harry Hunt Ransom, principal of Ball High School, died last night at 9:30 o'clock, in her 33rd year, at the family residence, 1209 Avenue I. Funeral services will be held at the residence at 4:30 p.m. today. The remains will be taken to San Marcos, [Texas] where the mother of the deceased is buried, for interment. There survives the deceased the widower and two children, a boy aged 10 and a girl aged 6 years. There are also four sisters, Mrs. Glen Foster of Tuscaloosa, Ala., Mrs. J.C. Anderson of Montgomery, Ala., Mrs. Henry Beissner, Jr., of Galveston, and Mrs. C.E.A. Burrell, also of Galveston. The deceased was a native of Tuscaloosa, Ala., but early in life, with her parents, Captain & Mrs. E.B. Martin, removed to Galveston, where Capt. Martin was engaged for many years in business. Captain & Mrs. Martin (Mrs. Ransom's stepmother) now reside at Waco. Possessed of those many virtues that contribute to the sweetness of this life, she was happy in making others happy. Loving and devoted, charitable and forgiving, she made many friends and won the hearts of all who knew her. She lived a true Christian life and was blessed with a happy death. She was a consistent member of the Episcopal Church. As a mother Mrs. Ransom was worshiped and as a wife she was adored. The above notice, copied from the Galveston News will be read with deep regret by friends of Mrs. Ransom, who, with her two children, visited in the city two years ago, the guest of her aunt, Mrs. Elizabeth Johnson and family. Thursday, February 23, 1905 Barn Burned---The barn belonging to Mrs. Caroline Moser, of near Hiwassee College, was destroyed by fire Tuesday night about nine o'clock, together with the entire contents, consisting of 3 head of horses, two cows, and a lot of hay, grain, farming implements, etc. The origin of the fire is unknown. Mrs. Moser carried no insurance. Loss estimated at $1,200 to $1,500. Mr. G.W. Lawrence received the sad intelligence Thursday of the death of his niece, Miss Maud Lawrence, of Jefferson City. Miss Lawrence was 22 years of age, a member of the Baptist church, and a favorite in social circles in which she moved. Funeral services were held Sunday morning from the First Baptist Church. It was with genuine sorrow that the friends of Homer E. Thompson, learned on last Thursday morning, that his spirit had passed to the Great Beyond. He had been ill at his home on Eastanalle for about two weeks. Deceased was 29 years of age, and a young man universally loved and esteemed. He was a carpenter by trade and was master of his profession. He was reared in Sweetwater and his early demise is deplored by a wide circle of friends in this community. He leaves a devoted wife, and a son, six years of age. Mr. Thompson was a member of the Cumberland Presbyterian church and his life was such as to lead anyone to the conclusion that he was indeed a Christian young man, who by his daily walk and demeanor impressed the world that he was living for Christ. The funeral was held from the residence of his parents, Mr. & Mrs. W.H. Thompson in this city, Friday afternoon at two o'clock, being conducted by Revs. Bachman and Boyer, after which the interment took place in West View Cemetery. Mr. W.H. Smith lost a fine young mule Saturday; the animal died from lock-jaw, as a result of running a nail in its foot. Friends regret to learn of the illness of Mr. Ross Young, who is one of the oldest citizens of the town. Mrs. T.C. Schuler, wife of Rev. T.C. Schuler, of Centenary Church, Knoxville, has been at the bedside of her mother, who is very ill at Rhea Springs, Tenn. ---Midland Methodist. Thursday, March 2, 1905 Bloodhounds Made A Good Catch---The following is from the Chattanooga News of Friday last: With the assistance of his bloodhounds, Detective D.R. Walker made a successful catch yesterday at Madisonville, Tenn., where he had been called the day before. Doc Moser was arrested by Sheriff Watson, of Monroe County, charged with burning a barn and its contents consisting of two horses, three cows, a number of hogs and a large quantity of feed. The party under arrest was trailed three miles by Detective Walker's dogs and finally located near Hiwassee. He waded a creek two or three times and scattered snuff in his tracks for a distance of more than a mile, and adopted other methods to baffle his pursuers. When caught, Moser's clothes were wet and a large snuff box was found in his pocket. Resentment over a love affair is alleged as a motive for the barn burning. Joe Raper, who lives on the south side of Monroe County, seriously wounded his son by shooting him in the head with a pistol. Raper claims that he shot at a cat and accidentally hit his son. No arrests have been made. Article containing the Resolutions of Respect for Arthur Colquitt given. On Saturday, March 18th, at the James Lewis farm, Mr. James May will have a public sale of a lot of mules, milk cows, young cattle, hogs, farming implements, etc. Last Saturday, while deputy sheriff John Heiskell, of Rhea County, was taking Jack McPherson, of Spring City, to the Lyon's View insane asylum, McPherson jumped from the east bound vestibule train one mile this side of Athens, and was quite seriously injured about the head. McPherson apparently thought that he was being pursued by a mob, and jumped through an open window, while deputy sheriff Heiskell was drawing a glass of water for him. The train was stopped and Mr. Heiskell went back for his prisoner, returned to Athens and went to Knoxville on No. 4 Saturday night, and landed McPherson safely in the asylum before eight o'clock. Thursday, March 9, 1905 News has been received in the city of the death of Matt Franklin, the veteran Southern Railway engineer, which occurred at his home in Knoxville Friday afternoon. He had been a passenger engineer for over twenty years and was well known in this section. He retired from active service on the road soon after the new passenger station in Knoxville was completed and he had charge of this station up to his last illness. Dock Moser, who was arrested last week on suspicion of being the party who burned the widow Moser's barn near Hiwassee College, was tried before Squires Minnis, Walker and Bayless, Saturday evening. The court thought the evidence sufficient to bind the prisoner over to the higher court under a $2,500 bond, which he failed to make, and was again remanded to jail. ----Madisonville Democrat. The death of Judge John H. Reagan, of Palestine, Texas, was learned Monday by Sweetwater friends. In the death of Judge Reagan passed away the last member of the confederate cabinet. Pent Isbell, one of the oldest and best known citizens of the county, died Tuesday night at nine o'clock, at the residence of John McDaniel, near Gaines' School House. Deceased was 75 years of age, and was a familiar character in this section. He was an ex-Confederate soldier. Thursday, March 16, 1905 Dr. B.B. Lenoir, one of the oldest and most highly esteemed citizens of East Tennessee, died at his home near Lenoir City, Monday. The funeral was held from the residence Wednesday, being largely attended. The funeral sermon was delivered by Rev. John H. Parrott, who was followed by Rev. Jackson, of Lenoir City, and Rev. J.L. Bachman of Sweetwater. Dr. Lenoir was in his 85th year, and was the tenth of a family of twelve. He was twice married, and leaves a widow and several children. A number of relatives from Sweetwater attended the funeral. Thursday, March 23, 1905 Biography of John Isaac Cox, born 1857 in Sullivan County, Tennessee given. Thursday, March 30, 1905 Mr. J.M. Thompson had the misfortune to lose his barn, together with the entire contents, consisting of one fine milk cow, a lot of feed, etc., at midnight Tuesday night. The origin of the fire is unknown. The stable belonged to Mr. G.W. Williams. Thursday, April 6, 1905 Cherry Branch---Mrs. C.D. Dunbar received the sad news Monday of the death of her sister, Miss Maggie McCallough, of Fort Wayne, Ind. Late Saturday afternoon, Edgar S. (Shad) Bittle, a flagman employed in the freight service of the Southern, was accidentally shot by his own revolver in the yards at Morristown. Young Bittle was carrying a revolver, which fell from his pocket, the hammer hitting a rock, causing it to discharge. The bullet entered his abdomen. The unfortunate young man was put on train No. 11 and carried to Knoxville where he died at 12 o'clock. He was a relative of Mrs. H.M. Remine of Athens. Daniel Jones, an old and highly respected citizen of the county, died at his residence on Pond Creek Sunday morning, after a brief illness, aged 70 years. Funeral services, conducted by Rev. M.L. Sloop, was held at the residence Monday morning, followed by interment in Sweetwater Cemetery. Mr. Jones has held several offices in the gift of his county. At the time of his death he was a member of the county court and school commissioner for his district. He was an ex-Confederate soldier and a member of Camp Co. John A. Rowan, Confederate Veterans, of this place, and attended its meetings here on March 25, and was chosen to fill one of its offices. Mr. Jones was unmarried and leaves no immediate relatives except an aged brother. Thursday, April 13, 1905 On last Monday evening at 6:20 p.m. at the residence of W.E. Young. Occurred the death of Mrs. Emma Young, wife of the late J.R. Young. While her death came a little earlier than was expected, yet it was known that she could not survive many days as her life was slowly ebbing away under the influence of that dreadful disease---consumption. For some time she was aware of the fact that she could not recover, and that it was a matter of only a few days before the end would come. She was a very patient sufferer and during her illness she became resigned to the will of God, and said she was not afraid to die. She left behind a testimony that all was well and that she was going to Heaven. Her funeral was held Tuesday evening at 3:30 p.m. in the Cumberland Presbyterian Church, conducted by Rev. S.S. Boyer and rev. J.L. Bachman, after which she was laid to rest in the Sweetwater Cemetery, to await the coming of Him who said, "I am the resurrection and the life, he that believeth in me, though he were dead, yet shall he live again." Thursday, April 20, 1905 Article containing the Resolutions of Respect for J.L. Thomas given. James Martin, who lives on Pond Creek, had the misfortune to get one of his large barns destroyed by fire late Monday afternoon. In the barn there was a lot of hay, grain, etc., a new binder and other farming machinery. The origin of the fire is unknown, but it is believed to have started from a spark carried some distance away by the wind, from where a lot of brush were being burned on the place. John Wilson, formerly a resident of Sweetwater, died Monday morning at his home in Niota, after a short illness of fever. Deceased was a brother of S.L. Wilson, of this city, and was a highly respected citizen. He leaves a wife and children. The remains were brought here for interment Tuesday morning. Stephen D. Forkner, a highly respected citizen and member of a family long and well known in this county, died at his residence on Fork Creek, at an early hour Saturday morning, after a four week's illness from bronchial pneumonia. He was 46 years of age. He was a man of great industry, and good judgment as a farmer. He was a man of few words, but outspoken in his convictions of right. He was a respected and useful citizen, a kind husband, a good neighbor. He will be missed in the community. He was ever ready with a pleasant face and a kind hand to minister to the comfort of those who were in need of help. For a number of years he has successfully managed Capt. John M. Jones' large Fork Creek farm, and his work there speaks more than words can express, and testifies to his worth as a man. Mr. Forkner leaves in the bereaved home his widow and a widow mother-in-law, besides his aged father, several brothers and one sister, Mrs. A.J. Hudgens, of this place. Funeral services were held from the M.E. church, south, Sunday afternoon, conducted by Revs. I.P. Martin and J.L. Bachman, after which the body was interred in West View Cemetery. Thursday, April 27, 1905 On last Saturday, while the sixteen year old son of Mr. Mrs. Edward Harmon, of Mt. Tabor, McMinn County, was attempting to open a gate on horseback, the horse became frightened, throwing the boy off. His foot hung in the stirrup, dragging the boy some distance, fracturing his skull. Drs. Hardin and McClain were called and removed fifteen bones from the skull, with a small portion of brain. The boy is doing well, and hopes are entertained for his recovery. Thursday, May 4, 1905 Mrs. Fred Derieux received a message Tuesday, conveying the sad intelligence of the death of her mother, Mrs. Thomas Sexton, which occurred early Tuesday morning. Friends here sympathize with her and with Brother Sexton and family in their bereavement. Mr. & Mrs. Deriux went to Knoxville yesterday to attend the funeral. Samuel Marfield, a prominent citizen and business man of Lenoir City, died last week. Thursday, May 11, 1905 We are sorry to know that Rev. T.C. Shuler is at the bedside of his mother at Bryson City, N.C. His appointment to lecture is for this reason cancelled. Tragedy In McMinn County---Athens, Tenn., May 8---J.L. Knox, a well-to-do farmer at Grady, eight miles above this place, was shot and almost instantly killed by a man by the name of Allen about 11 o'clock Monday morning. The shooting was the culmination of a quarrel over a fence. Allen recently came to Grady from North Carolina and rented from Knox. The trouble this morning was over a fence which Allen had constructed but which Knox did not care to let remain. Knox went into the field Monday morning and tore down the fence. Allen protested. Knox armed himself with a gun, it is said, and Allen then went home and procured a shotgun. He returned and shot Knox down. The charge entered the back and Knox died within ten minutes. Allen telephoned to Athens for the sheriff, desiring to give himself up. He declared, however, that he would not surrender himself to anyone except the high sheriff, and that official left here tonight for Grady to return Tuesday morning with the prisoner. Knox was about 65 years of age and is well known. He was the father of W.N. Knox, county court clerk of McMinn County. Allen has not been in this section a great while. He is about the same age as his victim and has a family. Thursday, May 25, 1905 J.J. Bell, the oldest citizen of Loudon County, and one of the oldest residents of the state, passed the ninetieth anniversary of his birth last Saturday. Rev. B.A. Cherry, the Methodist preacher who achieved some notoriety in connection with the burning of a house at Monteagle and who was later convicted on a charge of subordination of perjury and given a three years' sentence in prison, yesterday morning had his sentence commuted to sixteen months. This will bring about his release on June 6.