Thursday, March 21, 1907 Knoxville, Tenn., March 12---Dock Hill was shot and instantly killed this morning by Joe Hill, his brother, the final chapter of an estrangement that has existed for three or four years between the brothers who live near Chestnut Hill in Jefferson County. Their boundary line has been a matter of dispute since their farms were left to them by their father who has been dead several years, and they have frequently quarreled over it and each is said to have threatened the other. One of them chopped down a valuable poplar tree in the disputed territory, and the other, on finding it down, started this morning to haul it away for himself. The other came up, a quarrel ensued and Dock fired thrice at Joe with a shot gun. The range was 75 yards, too great, and the shots took no effect. Joe walked to the house, procured a rifle and shot Dock in the forehead, killing him instantly. No attempt has been made to arrest Joe Hill this evening. Both were married and have families. Lewis P. Thatcher, until ten years ago one of Chattanooga's best known and most popular residents, died in that city at an early hour Monday morning. For the last ten years his residence had been in Spring City, but so many ties bound him to Chattanooga that, notwithstanding his removal, this city was to him the old home, and back here to loving relatives and devoted friends he returned to spend his last days on earth. Mr. Thatcher died in his fifty-fifth year, the greater portion of his life having been spent in Chattanooga. He was twice married. His first wife was Miss Carter. His second wife, who survives him, was Miss Laura Childress of Sweetwater. Eleven children mourn a devoted and indulgent father, all of whom are well known here, having frequently been the guests of their aunt, Miss Mollie Thatcher, and their grandmother, Mrs. Nancy Y. Thatcher. Funeral services will be this morning at 10:30 o'clock at the residence of Mrs. & Miss Thatcher, 340 McCallie Avenue. Dr. Bachman, for many years the minister of the deceased, will officiate, assisted by Rev. E.G. McLean of the Cumberland Presbyterian church. Mr. Thatcher had a host of staunch friends in Chattanooga, won by his earnest, unobtrusive manner, his kindness and ear-purpose. He was a gentleman, a real one by birth, by breeding and by invention, and will be mourned not only by those bereaved as relatives, but by the many in Chattanooga and surrounding territory who have been honored with his acquaintance. ---Times. Absent Mindedness---A man by the name of Kirklin, living a few miles below Loudon on the Tennessee River, had a recent job of board making. He took his little daughter with him; and it was her assigned duty to strike the frow with a mallet when her father had adjusted it on the timber. On one occasion her father being ready, ordered her to strike. The girl hesitated; when he said, "Strike, I tell you." The girl, in a low tone, said, "Your finger is in the way." Unheeding this admonition, he stormed out angrily, "You had better strike!" Whereupon she struck. As a result, the whole end of his finger was most horribly mashed. Whether he punished the girl, I know not. But she witnessed a real circus scene, beating the clown 16 to 1 in yelling and antics. ---F.K.B. Cleveland, Tenn., March 19---Thomas L. Cate, Bradley County's well known resident, died tonight at his home in this city shortly before 10 o'clock. Mr. Cate had been in failing health for the last few years and for four months or more had been confined to his home. A general break down accompanied by rheumatism, caused the end of a useful life at the age of 74. Mr. Cate was a native East Tennesseean and East Tennessee has always been his home. He was born in McMinn County, removing to Cleveland in 1860. Thursday, March 28, 1907 Philadelphia, Tenn., March 23---Rev. J.M. Moser was called to his former pastorate at Jaspor, Tenn., about two weeks ago to perform the funeral obsequies of a former parishioner, Mrs. Richard Simpson. Knoxville, Tenn., March 25---Joe Trent was shot and killed at Concord by Hugh Moss. Both are Negroes. Six bullets entered Trent's body and he died almost instantly. Trent was pursued in the post office and he took refuge behind a carrier whose life was saved solely because the last cartridge in the pistol had been exploded. Several rural carriers in the office had narrow escapes. Mr. Robert A. Tedford, a well known citizen and prominent businessman of Maryville, Tenn., died at his home in that place Saturday evening at seven o'clock after a lingering illness. Mr. Tedford has, for a number of years, been identified with the trade of Maryville. Some time ago he went to New York to consult eminent specialists regarding his malady, and only returned from the eastern city last Wednesday, the specialists there giving him no hope. Besides his wife, who was Miss Emma Patton, of Sweetwater, the deceased leaves the following immediate relatives to mourn his loss: Messrs. John, Oscar and William Tedford, brothers, and Mrs. T.A. Hill of Maryville, a sister. The funeral was held Monday afternoon and was attended by a wide circle of relatives and friends. Mrs. Tedford has the sympathy of Sweetwater friends in her bereavement. Mrs. W.F. Hutcheson passed away suddenly and unexpectedly Friday at 1 o'clock at her home on Mission Ridge [Chattanooga]. Mrs. Hutcheson had been a great sufferer for many years with a disease of the heart and her friends, particularly of late years, have been very solicitous in regard to her health. Last Friday she seemed stronger than for two or three days previous and chatted in a bright and interesting manner with different members of the family, even going out for a short drive in the course of the morning. During the noon hour she occupied herself in her room with some hand work, when the faithful colored nurse, who seldom left her, saw her suddenly stretch out her hands. Thinking she wanted something, the nurse hastened toward her, but noticed at once the dread change in her appearance. Dr. Hochstetter was hastily summoned, but no efforts availed. Mrs. Hutcheson was 52 years of age. She was the daughter of Col. J.G. Carter, of Cleveland, Tenn., for many years one of the most prominent citizens of that place. Here as Miss Annie Carter her young lady hood was spent and she was a favorite with all who knew her. She was married in early life to Mr. W.F. Hutcheson, the president of the Mountain City Mills, in this city, who, with their one son, Sammy, now 18 years of age, survive her. She was a faithful member of the Cumberland Presbyterian church and in the work of the church the pastor never appealed to her in vain for aid. Her gentle, unobtrusive life was devoted to her home, where she found her chief joy, and next to that to the sick and sorrowing who she was ever ready to comfort and to help. Besides her husband and son, she leaves one sister, Mrs. W.A. Jones of Chattanooga, and four brothers: John Carter of New York; August Carter of Athens, Ga.; James I. Carter and Peyton Carter of Chattanooga. Funeral services were held Sunday morning at 10 o'clock at the family residence on Mission Ridge. ---Times. Thursday, April 4, 1907 Messrs. J.P. Howard of Conasauga, Polk County and James H. Hardin of this place, who went to Pecos, Texas a month ago to accompany Mr. W.D. Howard back to Tennessee, reached Cleveland yesterday and Mr. Howard was carried to the home of the former in Polk County. Mr. Howard is quite ill and very little hope is felt for his recovery. Attempted To Take Her Life---Miss Clara Snyder, the seventeen-year-old daughter of Henry Snyder, who lives in McMinn County, north of Reagan Station, while suffering from mental abberration, left her home at an early hour yesterday morning and attempted to take her life by shooting herself with a revolver which she had carried with her from her home. The ball took effect just below the heart and while Dr. Hardin is in the opinion that she has a slim chance for recovery, he says the wound may not prove fatal. After shooting herself, Miss Snyder went to the home of Mr. Callahan, a short distance from where she committed the deed and reported to him what she had done. Miss Annie Leonard, daughter of Mr. & Mrs. T.P.A. Leonard who lives two and a half miles southeast of Sweetwater, died at the home of her sister, Mrs. J.B. Cox in Knoxville, on last Friday at 12:45 p.m., the immediate cause being la grippe, though her health had been failing for some time. Her body was brought to Sweetwater on the afternoon vestibule Saturday, accompanied by Mr. & Mrs. J.B. Cox, and her mother and sister, Miss Nora Leonard, and brother, John Leonard of Greeneville, who had been at her bedside for several days before her death. As the train was late making it inconvenient to bury on that afternoon, the body was taken to the home of J.S. Kyker, the undertaker, and owing to the very inclement weather Sunday morning was kept until three o'clock Sunday afternoon when funeral services were conducted by Rev. S.G. Grubb and the body taken to West View Cemetery and interred. She leaves a father, mother, five brothers and four sisters to mourn her death, she being the first of a family of ten children to die, but their loss is her gain. She was a consecrated Christian girl, and was loved by all who knew her. She was perfectly submissive to the summons when it came, and had often expressed a desire to be the first of the family to go. Following poetry was composed by her brother, A.W. Leonard: "Oh, loving sister, tender, sweet and mild, You was a quiet, gentle, precious child. We loved thy pleasant voice, smiles and cheer; Thy presence was to us so very, very dear. We would not call thee from thy happy rest To suffer again the pangs of bitter death. But may thy spirit linger nigh, Until we say our last good-bye. We now would have it thought and said, The fairest in the home is dead. From this circle God has chose the best, To make the hope of Heaven sweeter to the rest. Thy face on earth no more we'll see, But soon we long to with thee be. And as each fleeting race is run, Thou will be the first to greet us one by one." The seven-year-old daughter of Mr. & Mrs. George Hicks, died at their home in Lenoir City on last Thursday and was brought to Sweetwater and taken to Christianburg Friday where funeral services were conducted by Rev. J.P. Janeway, after which the body was interred at that place. Thursday, April 11, 1907 Isaac Heiskell, one of the oldest and most highly respected colored citizens of this section, died at his home in Sweetwater at an early hour Tuesday morning after a brief illness. Ike was one of the few "old time darkies" who remain and has lived in Sweetwater longer possibly than any other citizen now a resident of the town. He was about 70 years of age. Mr. J.R. Miller will return today from Calhoun, Ga., where he was called a few weeks ago on account of the illness of his mother, who died on last Friday. Thursday, April 18, 1907 In memory of Benjamin Terry, one of the most honorable and respected citizens of McMinn County, who died at his home near Reagan's Station April 9, 1907, after a continued illness of dropsy. Mr. Terry was born in North Carolina and married there before he moved to this section of East Tennessee about twenty-five years ago. He was about seventy-four years old and was a cheerful, kind, industrious, old gentleman. About ten years ago he lost one lower limb by amputation, after suffering many years from an accident to the limb, and although he spent his last years working for a living with only one foot he was always happy and energetic, working many times for almost nothing rather than be idle. He was strictly honest and honorable in his dealings with all, a true Confederate soldier and a consistent member of the M.E. Church, South. During his sickness he was carefully attended by family, friends and neighbors, and after death his remains were laid to rest in Shelton's Grove Cemetery, where the funeral was conducted by Rev. James Janeway. He is survived by a wife and two married children, besides a brother and family in Sweetwater. The entire community extends sympathy to the bereaved. Lon Cagle of Monroe County was on Friday pardoned by the Governor from a sentence of ten years for murder in the second degree. The pardon was recommended by the trial jury, the Judge, the Attorney General, the Penitentiary Investigating Committee and by 500 citizens of Monroe County. Thursday, April 25, 1907 Matthew Alexander Thomas, son of Mrs. W.F. Hudson by first marriage to John R. Thomas of Alabama, died at his home six miles south of Sweetwater Thursday at 4 p.m., after a severe illness of six months. He was born March 28, 1868; died April 18, 1907. When about 12 years of age he was converted and joined the Cumberland Presbyterian church at Rockville, Tenn. While he did not live up to his Christian standard, yet we have all the evidence to believe he was saved before death. He suffered intensely for several months, but was never known to murmur or complain why he had to suffer so much, but tried to be very patient and resigned to the will of the Lord. During his illness he was carefully attended by his family, friends and neighbors. His remains were laid to rest in the Christianburg Cemetery Friday, after funeral services by Rev. A.M. Tomlinson. He is survived by a wife and two children, besides his aged mother and other relatives. The entire community extends sympathy to the bereaved ones. Mr. W.D. Howard, one of the best known and most highly esteemed citizens of this section, died at the home of his brother, James P. Howard, at Conasauga, Polk County, Tennessee, at two o'clock Monday morning. He was 47 years of age. On account of failing health he was forced to seek a more congenial climate, and in June of last year located at Pecos, Texas, where for some time he seemed to improve; the improvement, however, was only temporary, and three weeks ago he returned to his old home in Polk County to spend his last days with loved ones, this being his expressed desire. He gradually grew weaker and succumbed at the time stated above. W.D. Howard was a good man. No man had more true friends than he. The whole community will miss him in many ways. As has been said of him, no man stood higher in the estimation of those who knew him for sterling integrity, firmness or purpose and a rigid adherence to what he believed to be right. He was a conscientious, Christian, having professed faith in Christ and united with the Baptist church at the age of ten. He was until recently a member of the First Baptist Church of Sweetwater. He was a liberal supporter of the church and was faithful to his vows and obligations. He was a man of great industry, and good judgment as a farmer. His wife died in November 1903, leaving him with the care of his three small children. Soon afterward his health began to fail and he felt very keenly the responsibility of rearing his children, and when he went to Texas, carried them with him, although he was not physically able to look after their welfare. He realized that he had but a few years to live and through all his sickness he ever said that he was ready and willing to go when God should call him. His three children, Helen, Paul and Beuna, aged twelve, nine and seven years, respectfully, are at Pecos, Texas, under the care of a guardian named in Mr. Howard's will. To them many hearts go out in tenderest sympathy and love. May they follow the footsteps of their parents. He is also survived by two brothers, John Howard of Maryville and James P. Howard of Polk County, and a faithful, devoted step-mother, Mrs. Walter Howard of Polk County, who tenderly cared for him day and night since his return from Texas three weeks ago; no mother ever showed more devotion to a son than did she to him. The remains of Mr. Howard reached here from Cleveland Tuesday afternoon. The funeral took place from the Baptist church at three o'clock, conducted by Rev. J.L. Prater, assisted by Rev. N. Bachman. The interment followed in West View Cemetery. We join a multitude of friends in sympathy for the orphan children and other sorrowing relatives. Thursday, May 2, 1907 John Bellamy Shot---John Bellamy, son of T.C. Bellamy who resides near Sweetwater, is reported to have been seriously shot on Wednesday of last week at Columbus, Ga., by a man named Frank Reed. Thomas Bellamy left on Thursday for Columbus to attend on his brother, and information received from him by letter regarding the shooting and the condition of the wounded brother is in substance as follows: A finger ring had been raffled off and a dispute arose as to the right party receiving it. The dispute resulted in a slight "scrap" between Bellamy and Reed, neither party being hurt, but, after which, Reed went to his boarding house, and later when Bellamy was passing along the street shot from a second story window, the ball taking effect in Bellamy's left shoulder ranging down through his lung probably lodging near the spinal column, as he is reported to be paralyzed from his hips down. He is in a precarious condition, and while it is to be hoped that he will recover, there seems to be some doubt, and should he live it is feared that he will not recover from the paralysis. Reed is in jail. Madisonville Rink Opening---The proprietors of the skating rink at Madisonville take the pleasure in announcing to the people of Sweetwater and surrounding section, that the rink will be open next Tuesday night at 7 o'clock. The rink is 50x100 feet, and the floor is made of select Georgia pine. New ball-bearing skates. Everything up to date. Everybody invited. Thursday, May 9, 1907 Ten Years Each For Murder---Will Frazier and John Williams tried at a special term at Kingston for murder of Jordan Miller were found guilty Saturday and given ten years each. Killing occurred at Rockwood, August 1905. The first trial resulted in a sentence to hang. The Supreme Court reversed the decision and the case was remanded for a new hearing. The state and defense were both represented by leading attorneys. Frazier is a relative of Senator Frazier and is well connected. He was raised in Roane County and has a wife and five children. The case against him and Williams for killing Miller's son is yet to be tried. The family of Frazier have created much sympathy for him, as they are in destitute circumstances. Large obituary for Col. Charles M. McGhee, age 79. Mr. Oliver Compton, oldest son of Reuben S. and Bathsheba L. Compton, passed peacefully away from this life Thursday morning, May 2, 1907 at 6:30 o'clock a.m., at the home of his daughter, Mrs. John B. Miles near Mt. Healthy, Ohio. The deceased was born Nove. 21st, 1826, and lived all his life near where he died with the exception of several years when he resided at Sweetwater, Tennessee, being at the time of his death eighty years, five months and eleven days old. He leaves and aged widow and three children, Mrs. B.F. Price of this city, Mrs. John B. Miles of Mt. Healthy, Ohio, and Alfred R. Compton of Mason, Ohio, and five grandsons, all of which were present, and a number of brothers and sister and other relatives and friends to mourn his loss. He united with the Christian church at Mt. Healthy in early manhood, and was an active member until his removal to Sweetwater, Tenn., and his funeral was held from that church on May 4th at 10 a.m., conducted by Rev. Earl Kempher. Then his remains were taken to Mason, Ohio, and after a short service at the grave conducted by Rev. Carrier, and amidst a large circle of sorrowing relatives, he was laid to rest in beautiful Rose Hill Cemetery. Thursday, .May 16, 1907 Article containing the news of the accidental shooting at Knoxville, Tennessee of Mrs. Frank Hecker by Mrs. David Tatom. Chattanooga, Tenn., May 13---Miss Nevada Taylor, the alleged victim of criminal assault at the hands of Ed Johnson, who was lynched here March 19, 1906, died at the home of her sister in Findlay, Ohio, last night. The remains will be brought to her home here for burial. The funeral will occur at the home of her sister in Findlay tomorrow. Miss Taylor's death is attributed to nervous prostration. She once made a statement that her life was blighted, and she begged to go to the home of her sister and die in peace. Her father, an ex-Federal soldier and keeper of Forest Hill Cemetery, was at her bedside since a fortnight ago. Miss Taylor leaves four brothers and five sisters. Rockwood, Tenn., May 13---Alfred Polston, a well known character about town, was tried before the City Recorder this afternoon for receiving interstate whiskey shipments in quantities of more than one pint, contrary to Rockwood's anti-jug ordinances. He was fined $25 and the case was appealed to Circuit Court. Officials of the Southern Express Company have been cited to appear for trial Friday afternoon for having delivered the package to Polston. A number of local merchants will also have to answer the charge of selling lemon extract for beverage purposes. Mrs. W.D. Powel of Bailey Avenue was called to Jackson last week by the illness and death of her sister, Mrs. Alice DeCourcey, widow of the Rev. Dr. DeCourcey of the Baptist church. Mrs. Powel accompanied her brother, Roger Smith, to his home in Nashville for a brief visit before returning to Chattanooga on Monday. ---Chattanooga Times. Thursday, May 23, 1907 Buster Dugan Captured---News reached here Sunday morning of the capture shortly after daylight, near Mt. Vernon, in the south side of the county of "Buster" Dugan, charged with the murder of two men about a year ago, and for whom a reward of $150 has been offered. Sheriff Watson and deputies Peeler, Blair and Carden have been on the trial of Dugan for several days and Sunday morning came upon him in the road. Recognizing the officers, Dugan leveled his Winchester and told them when he got ready to give up he would send them word, but that he was not going to surrender then, but would shoot if they advanced. Disregarding his threats the brave officers advanced, and just as Sheriff Watson rode up to Dugan he fired at Cardin, who it is believed by Dugan gave the Sheriff a clue as to his whereabouts, and who it is alleged had made an appointment with Dugan to meet him nearby for a game of cards Sunday morning. Sheriff Watson seeing that Dugan was going to fire, sprang from his horse and took hold of the rifle just as Dugan was in the act of firing, and the ball entered the ground a few feet from where Cardin was standing. Dugan was overpowered by the officers and brought to Madisonville, where he was lodged in jail. The crime with which Dugan is charged occurred about one year ago at Eleazar, near the place of the capture, when in a difficulty, said to be due to whiskey, he shot and killed John White and seriously injured Mr. Moses. He escaped after the murder and has been in hiding since that time, and has successfully eluded the officers until Sunday morning. Dugan is said to be a dangerous character and in his lifetime is charged with having killed four other men. Mrs. Rema Kyle, daughter of T.G. Martin, was born Oct. 11, 1886, and died May 21, 1907, aged 20 years, six months and 21 days. She was a member of Cedar Fork Baptist Church. Funeral services were held at Fender's Church at 12 o'clock May 2, conducted by Rev. S.J. Walker, after which her body was interred in the cemetery at that place. Mrs. Harriet Lenoir, consort of the late Frank Lenoir, died at the home of her son, Henry Lenoir, in Philadelphia, Monday afternoon at four o'clock. She had been indisposed for a few days, and on Monday morning a physician was summoned, but her condition was not such as to give her loved ones any great concern. She peacefully passed away while reclining on her couch, so suddenly and unexpectedly did the end come, that Mrs. Henry Lenoir, who was sitting at her bedside, did not realize it. Deceased ws one of the most highly esteemed Christian women of this section and a host of relatives and friends mourn her departure. Funeral services will be held from the late residence this (Thursday) morning at eight o'clock, followed by interment at Lenoir City. Mrs. Lenoir was 77 years of age. We had the very great pleasure of again visiting our dear old brother, Rev. J. Janeway, on last Sunday. Brother Janeway is still in very feeble health, but it is to be hoped that his condition may yet improve until he can attend church and probably be able to preach some. He expressed himself as desiring to do so, it being the Lord's will. We always come away benefited when we visit him. He gave us some documents and small books that we are very proud of. He has nothing but the very best literature in his library, and these are especially good and we prize them very much. ---S.G. Grubb. Thursday, May 30, 1907 John Roberts of Newport, was sentenced this week to ten years in the penitentiary for the killing of T.G. Cate, which occurred at that place about a year ago. Thursday, June 6, 1907 Letter from J.C. Brooks written in Rosewell, New Mexico. Letter from Barclay J. Jones. Mr. & Mrs. Edward Thurston have the sympathy of friends in the death yesterday of their 18 months old daughter, who had been ill about ten days. We copy the following news item from the Knoxville Sentinel's Sweetwater correspondents letter of June 4: Jake Clark, colored, was arraigned before Squire W.T. Lenoir on the charge of wife beating. Clark claimed his wife cursed and did not take remedial steps to "break out" the measles on his children. The Court was not impressed with Clark's method to promote family piety and therefore fined him $10 and the cost and extracted a bond of $250 to keep the peace. Joseph Rowan Haney, remembered here by our old citizens as "Rowdy" Haney, stopped off on his return from the [Confederate Veteran] Reunion [at Richmond, Virginia] and is the guest of old friends. Mr. Haney's home is in Hattiesburg, Miss. He left here forty-two years ago, having lived for some years previous to that time on what is now known as the Barb place on Eastanallee. During his visit here he has met quite a number of his old comrades and many interesting reminiscences have been recalled. Mrs. John A. Pickel---Mrs. Sallie Thompson Pickel, widow of John A. Pickel, died at her home on West Fifth Avenue, Chattanooga, Monday morning at 10 o'clock, after a brief illness. The news of her death was received with sorrow by her relatives and friends in this place, where she was a resident until last October. Mrs. Pickel was in her 54th year. She came to Sweetwater with her brother, W.H. Thompson, from Virginia in 1874. In May 1875 she was married to John A. Pickel. In 1881 the family removed to Pilot Point, Texas, where they remained three years, returning to Sweetwater. She remained here until the fall of last year, when she removed to Chattanooga. She had been a devoted Christian and member of the Presbyterian church for a number of years. She was a woman loved and respected by all; she was of a kind, sympathetic disposition, a lover of home and one whose chief delight was to bring sunshine in the home. She bore her burdens with fortitude and fidelity, her life was one of inestimable good, and her many noble traits of character are left as a sacred legacy to her children. She leaves three daughters, Mrs. Will Moser, Misses Edith and Jennie Pickel, and one son, Sam A. Pickel, besides one sister, Mrs. Allison of Virginia, and two brothers, W.H. and J.M. Thompson of Sweetwater. Funeral services were held from the Presbyterian church Tuesday morning at ten o'clock, conducted by her pastor, Rev. J.L. Bachman. The interment took place in West View Cemetery. Thursday, June 13, 1907 Sunny Side, June 12---Mr. & Mrs. Ben Rausin left last Thursday for Oklahoma to the bedside of Mrs. Rausin's brother, Crippen Hunnicut, who was reported as dying. Mr. John Bellamy, who was shot at Columbus, Ga., on April 24, 1907, by Frank Reed, and who was brought from that place to the home of his father, Mr. T.C. Bellamy near Sweetwater, on May 26, died at 2 o'clock Monday morning, June 10, his 24th birthday. Funeral services were held at the residence at 12:30 Monday, conducted by Rev. J.L. Prater, assisted by Rev. S.G. Grubb, after which the body was taken to the Greenbriar graveyard and interred. Mr. Bellamy professed faith in Christ since he was shot, and joined the Methodist church, his letter being placed in the church here last Sunday. The last day he lived he talked a great deal---spoke of how he regretted that he had not given his heart to God early in life, and urged upon his brothers, sisters and friends who were unconverted to give their hearts to God and meet him in Heaven, which they promised to do. He was cool in his remarks, and was willing to go. His great faith in God made a deep impression upon all who visited him. He has been a power for good during his short Christian experience. Miss Annie Vanzant to whom he was to have been married on last Sunday, who has been with him since his disaster, deserves much credit for the close attention and for so tenderly and untiringly caring for him as far as she could during his suffering. It was a true expression of pure love. She has made many friends while here, whose deepest sympathy for her in this sad bereavement and best wishes go with her back to her home at Columbus. The bereaved family of the deceased have the sympathy of all. The remains of the nine months old infant of Mr. & Mrs. Jack Moore of Knoxville was brought to this place Monday and taken to Christianburg and interred Tuesday. A short service was conducted at the grave by Rev. S.G. Grubb. The parents accompanied the remains. Thursday, June 20, 1907 Had Lived 100 Years---Cleveland, Tenn., June 14---Mrs. Fannie Young died Wednesday in the Chatata Valley, two and one half miles east of Cleveland. Mrs. Young was born in McMinn County in 1807, and so she was 100 years old. She moved to Bradley County about twelve years ago and until the last two years of her life was in very good health. Cherry Branch---Christopher Turner was called to the bedside of his mother in North Carolina this week. She is not expected to live. Mrs. Hicks, mother of W.J. Hicks and Mrs. James Love, died at the home of the latter yesterday. Funeral service will be conducted this evening by Rev. I.W. Martin. The interment will be at Athens. Friends here sympathize with Mr. & Mrs. Walter Forrest of Niota in the loss of their four year old daughter, Baby Lee, last week. Thursday, June 27, 1907 Chattanooga, Tenn., June 23---Ralph Borcherding, the 19 year old son of a prominent citizen, and Raymond F. Pettigrew, a stenographer for the Southern Railway, were drowned within fifty feet of each other in the Tennessee River, and within a limit of about twelve hours. In Loving Remembrance---Editor Telephone, Will you kindly give me space in your valuable paper to say a few words in loving memory of John Bellamy? His aunt, Mrs. Bettie Cline and her family are neighbors and friends of my own, and a year or so ago while John was on a visit to his aunt at Mount Vernon, I had the pleasant privilege of being with him there one happy afternoon. Oh, the nice time we did have that afternoon at Mt. Vernon; James Cline, Jr., Reuben Cline, John Bellamy and myself. I thought then, and think so still, that I have never met any young man for whom I felt a greater friendship and respect than for John Bellamy. It was the only time I ever saw him, but kindly loving thoughts of him and his lively, good-hearted ways will linger in my memory while life shall last. With profoundest sorrow, I am respectfully. -----Georgia A. Stakely, Box 28, Route No. 6, Madisonville, Tenn., June 24, 1907. Sunny Side, June 25---The death of Miss Della Vaden last Thursday at 11 o'clock cast a gloom over the entire community. She was the secretary and treasurer of the Sunday School here for some time. She was a faithful, Christian worker and will be greatly missed. Her remains were laid to rest in the cemetery at Philadelphia. The family has our most sincere sympathy. Miss Mattie Ewing was called to Morristown last week by a telephone message announcing the sudden and unexpected death of her brother, Lige Ewing's wife. Thursday, July 4, 1907 Cherry Branch, June 26---Joe Richeson, the twelve year old son of Jesse Richeson, died of typhoid fever Monday. Remains were laid to rest in the cemetery at Murray's. Cherry Branch, June 26---Mrs. John Alexander, who has been very low for some time, died at the home of her son, Pete Alexander, Sunday morning. Remains were laid to rest in the Fender Cemetery. Deceased was seventy years of age. Dalton, Ga., July 1---Confessing to one of the most heinous crimes known to the annals of crime, that of criminal assault upon his seven year old step-daughter, Doc Posey, a white man, was hanged to the Western & Atlantic and the Southern Railway bridge here this morning about 1:30 o'clock. The crime which Posey confessed to was committed Saturday afternoon while Posey was enroute to Dalton from his home in the country with his little daughter. She was dragged into the woods on the side of the road, where the crime was committed. He left his vest on the scene, which was found afterwards covered with blood. He deliberately carried his unconscious child to town afterwards and taking her to Dr. Rollins, attempted to hide his crime, but when it became known, Deputy Sheriff Britton arrested the man and placed him in jail. Dr. Rollins operated upon the unfortunate child and did all in his power to relieve her of her sufferings, but she died in awful agony this morning soon after the form of her step-father had been suspended from the bridge. The people of this community have never been incensed over an affair as they have this awful tragedy. Card of Thanks---We desire to express our most grateful and sincere thanks to the many kind friends who so faithfully and affectionately administered to our dear wife and mother in her last sickness and death, and for the many kind words of sympathy, and nice floral offerings. Again, thanking one and all, we are ever yours most gratefully. ---George M. Cline and family, July 2, 1907. Thursday, July 11, 1907 Philadelphia, Tenn., July 6---William F. McMahan, now of San Francisco, Cal., but formerly of Stockton's Valley, Loudon County, has been visiting the scenes of his childhood recently. Mr. McMahan's parents emigrated to the west 31 years ago, and he notes that the hills and valleys have not changed, but the people have and only a few familiar faces remain Philadelphia, Tenn., July 6---Miss Della Vaden, daughter of Mr. & Mrs. J.R. Vaden, died recently and was buried here, Rev. J.M. Moser conducting the funeral service. Philadelphia, Tenn., July 6---Mrs. Hattie Lenoir who died here a short time ago possessed the remarkable character of never having had an enemy in the world. In Memoriam---The death angel came in our vicinity June 30, and claimed for its victim a loving wife and a fond mother. Mrs. Mary Harrison Cline was born June 10, 1852; was married to George M. Cline Jan. 2, 1873. Unto this marriage was born eight children, four sons and four daughters. All were at her bedside but J.C. Cline, her oldest son, who resides in the Indian Territory. She professed faith in Christ at the age of 18 years, but later in life joined the Friends' church. She practiced the teachings of Paul in being keepers at home; she lived not for herself, but to make others happy; her last thoughts were for the welfare of others. She talked of death with the calmness that only Christians can. Her faith was firm in the Savior. The poor always found her a true friend; none knew her but to love her. Funeral services were held at New Hope Church by Rev. Morgan Moser, assisted by Rev. J.C. Conner, after which the remains were laid to rest in New Hope Cemetery. A loving mother tender and mild, We loved thy pleasant voice to hear Thy presence was to us so very dear, We could not call thee from thy happy rest To suffer again the bitter pangs of death But may thy spirit linger nigh Until we say our last good bye. Miss May Brooks---The sad intelligence reached relatives and friends here yesterday, that Miss May Brooks, third daughter of Mr. & Mrs. J.C. Brooks, who left Sweetwater only a few weeks ago, had died at Rosewell, New Mexico. It is expected that the remains will be brought to Sweetwater for interment. The bereaved family have the sympathy of their many friends in their sore bereavement. News reached here Monday morning of the death of Mr. Frank Boggess, which occurred at the family home on the Sharp place, near Ten Mile, at three o'clock. Since leaving Sweetwater only a short time ago, his condition has gradually grown worse, and his recovery has been despaired of for some months. Many hearts were made sad by the news of the death of this noble hearted young man, who numbered his friends by his acquaintances, not only in Sweetwater, but wherever he was known. Frank was born June 3, 1880, at the old home place near Ten Mile. At the age of 17 he was converted and joined the Baptist Church at Mouse Creek, later transferring his membership to the Baptist Church at Sweetwater, of which he was a member at the time of his death. He was married to Miss Julia King, of Athens, March 7, 1906. Until recently he was connected with the dry goods firm of J.T. Boggess & Co. of Sweetwater, having retired in March on account of failing health. He hoped to gain sufficient strength after removing to the country to be able to go west this fall, but hope was in vain; the dread disease had done its work. He passed peacefully away, fully realizing that God's hand had been laid upon him, and while he recognized the fact that he had not always done his duty as a Christian and church member, that he was saved and would soon enter into that rest that remains for the people of God. Deceased was the only son and child of Mr. & Mrs. John T. Boggess. To the bereaved parents and young heart-broken wife, many hearts go out in tenderest sympathy. The remains were brought to Sweetwater Tuesday morning, and at 11 o'clock the funeral was held from the First Baptist Church, being conducted by Rev. J.L. Bachman, assisted by Rev. I.W. Martin. The interment took place in West View Cemetery. Thursday, July 18, 1907 Article announcing the upcoming wedding of two Tennesseeans, John B. Bundren, Jr. age 101, to Rose McGuire, age 100. Lillie Belle, the four year old daughter of Mr. & Mrs. James Whitehead, died July 14; burial service July 15, by Rev. I.W. Martin. Friends regret to learn of the death in Atlanta of Mr. & Mrs. Henry Sawtell, father and mother of the Misses Sawtell, who frequently visits Mrs. Helen Cannon and family, both having died within the past two weeks. Mrs. Raby, a widow lady 52 years of age, died at her home Wednesday morning at 1 o'clock after an illness of two weeks. Funeral services were held at the residence at 9 o'clock Wednesday morning by Rev. S.G. Grubb and the remains were taken to the burying ground near Johnson's School House and interred. Mrs. Raby leaves seven children and many friends who mourn her death. S.T. Talley was summoned to Sweetwater Tuesday to see his mother who is critically ill. He and the five sisters were at her bedside, all the children being present except one, Dave Talley, who resides in the State of Washington. Mr. Talley returned home Wednesday night and reported his mother as being in a critical condition. The doctors say she cannot last many hours. She is 90 years old but retains her consciousness. ---Cleveland Journal. The remains of Miss May Brooks, third daughter of Mr. & Mrs. J.C. Brooks, who died at Roswell, New Mexico, on July 9th, reached Sweetwater Sunday morning in No. 12, accompanied by Mr. & Mrs. Fred Hicks. Miss May was 18 years old, and her untimely death is deeply deplored by a host of relatives and friends. She professed faith in Christ at the age of 13 and has lived a true, devoted Christian life. She was a member of the Methodist church of Sweetwater. She accompanied her parents to Roswell in May, with the hope that her health might be benefited by the change in climate. Funeral services were held at the residence of John H. North Sunday afternoon at 2 o'clock, conducted by Rev. Eugene Blake. The interment followed in West View Cemetery. Mrs. J.B. Hansard---Another happy home has been darkened by the grim reaper, a faithful and devoted wife and mother has been taken away; such a brief statement marks the demise of Mrs. J.B. Hansard, who passed away at an early hour Monday morning, at her home in McMinn County west of Sweetwater. Mary Josephine Janeway Hansard was born September 30, 1871, died July 14, 1907. Aged 36 years, nine months, 14 days. She professed faith in Christ when about 14 years old, at the C.P church, known as the Small church. Soon after she joined the Baptist church at Sweetwater, was baptized by Bro. McReynolds. She was married to J.B. Hansard Sept. 9, 1895. Was the mother of three children, two of whom are living, a son and daughter. She took a great interest in the salvation of souls; was quite able in prayer, would often praise the Lord. She took great interest in children and manifested a deep interest in their spiritual welfare. A few hours before she breathed her last she was trying to talk about Heaven. Funeral services were conducted from Browder Memorial Church, County Line, by Rev. I.W. Martin, assisted by Rev. H.C. Pardue. The interment was at County Line. The bereaved family has the sympathy of a host of friends.