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Cleveland County Herald, Cleveland County, Arkansas 1933 
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January 11, 1933
D.H. HARPER, 67, OF PANSY IS DEAD
 Duncan H. Harper, aged 67 years, died at his home at Pansy Sunday afternoon at 4 
o'clock following an illness of four months. During the major portion of this time 
his condition has been critical and his death was not unexpected.
  	Mr. Harper was a native of this county and spent his entire life here. He was 
one of the best known citizens of the county and enjoyed a large circle of friends. 
His grandfather was one of the first settlers of this section of Arkansas and Harper 
township in the county bears their name. He was a member of the Methodist church and 
held many official positions in his church during the past years. He had also held 
several township political positions, being justice of the peace at the time of his 
death.
	He is survived by his widow, four sons, Ben, Alphonse and T.C. Harper of Pansy 
and Ira Harper of Cornerville; two daughters, Mrs. Robert Lee Thomasson and Miss Mary 
Emma Harper of Rison; one brother, Ben Harper of Taft, California, and one sister, 
Mrs. O.E. Morgan of El Paso, Texas.
  	Funeral services were conducted Monday afternoon at 2 o'clock from Prosperity 
Methodist church by the Rev. W.C. Watson of Pine Bluff. Burial was at Newton's Chapel 
cemetery near Cornerville.
	The following were pallbearers: Active-Elbert Goggans, Cain Reed, Lonnie Goggans, 
J.A. Morrison, A.M. Gavin and John Galloway. Honorary-I.E. Moore, R.L. Ryburn, J.L. 
Sadler, F.T. Hunter, Bob Baker, J.T. Glover, Horace Thomasson, Dr. Williams, W.J. 

Thomasson, O.W. Jackson and J.H. Shannon.

MRS. VIRGINIA MAY, 71, DIED FRIDAY MORNING
	Mrs. Virginia May, aged 71 years, widow of the late county treasurer W.J. May, 
died at the home of her daughter, Mrs. J.B. Searcy Friday morning at 11 o'clock, 
following an illness of only a few days. 
	Born near Kedron on July 7, 1861, Mrs. May had spent her entire life in 
Cleveland County. She has lived at Rison for the past 40 years and was beloved by 
all who knew her. Of a retiring disposition, she spent the major part of her time 
at her home, devoting her activities to the comfort and pleasure of her daughters 
and grandchildren. Her husband preceded her in death in 1924.
	She is survived by two daughters, Mrs. Searcy and Mrs. J.L. Reid: three 
grandchildren, Mary Virginia and James Lowery Reid and Mary Elizabeth Searcy and 
one step-son, John May all of Rison.
	Funeral services were held from the home of Mrs. Searcy Saturday afternoon 
at 2 o'clock by the Rev. Geo F. Moody, assisted by the Rev. W.F. Warren. Burial 
was in the family lot at Greenwood cemetery. Pallbearers were J.W. Elrod, J.L. 
Sadler, F.W. Culpepper, Van McKinney, R.G. Reid and W.T. Gray.

WILLIAM EDWARD REEP
	Rowell-William Reep, 3 year old son of Mr. and Mrs. Edgar Reep died Wednesday 
morning after an illness of several weeks. The remains were buried Thursday morning 
at Prosperity. Rev. J.B. Hoover conducted the funeral.
LAVERTA YOUNG
	Rye-LaVerta, the little four year old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. R.R. Young 
died Friday evening at 7:30 after a brief illness. She is survived by her parents, 
five sisters and two brothers, several uncles and aunts, her grandmothers, Mrs. T.M. 
Ragland and Mrs. Ellen Young.
  	Her remains were laid to rest in Union Cemetery Saturday afternoon. Funeral 
services were conducted by Rev. J.B. Hoover.



MRS. SALLIE I. ANDREWS
	Rye-Mrs. Sallie I. Andrews, aged 76, died at the home of her daughter, Mrs. 
J.E. Mahan, January 13, 1933, after a long illness.
	She is survived by one daughter Mrs. J.E. McMahan of Rye; two sons R.S. Andrews 
of Rye and John Andrews of Rouston, La., and several grandchildren.
 	She was buried in Union cemetery Thursday afternoon, Rev. J.B. Hoover conducted 
the funeral services.


January 18, 1933
OATHA FORE, 33, BURIED HERE MON.
Former Rison Young Man Died in Oklahoma City Thursday Afternoon
	Funeral services for Oatha A. Fore, age 33 years, who died suddenly at his home 
in Oklahoma City, Thursday afternoon, were held at the Rison Baptist Church Monday 
morning at 10 o'clock in charge of the Rev. W.F. Warren, Pastor and the Rev. M.E. 
Scott, pastor of the local Methodist Church.
 	He was born in Mississippi on August 10, 1899 and moved to Rison with his parents, 
Mr. and Mrs. W.A. Fore, nearly 25 years ago. He grew to manhood here attending the local 
high school and taking part in the social and school activities of the community.  Since 
reaching manhood his work has carried him to a number of places, but he always made his 
home here. He had been in Oklahoma City for only about two months. He was married on 
December 17 to Mrs. Pearl Robinson of Norphlett. He had been a member of the Baptist 
Church since he was 17 years of age.
	He is survived by his wife, his father, W.A. Fore, of this city; one brother Ray 
Fore with the U.S. Army, stationed at Fort Riley, Kansas; and three sisters, Mrs. Joe 
Jaggars and Mrs. Willie Adams of Rison and Mrs. W.A. Bennefield of Zwolle, Lousisana.
	Burial was in the family lot at Greenwood cemetery. The following were pallbearers.
	Active-Rufus Buie, Tom Reid, Craig Sadler, B.G. Reid, John Williford, J.W. Elrod, 
Jim Attwood and Tom Sadler. Honorary-J.L. Sadler, Leon Moore, Dr. A.J. Hamilton, J.W. 
Elrod, O.F. Reed, E.M. Hillyard, F.W. Culpepper, I.B. Williams, C.R. Morrison and D.H. 
Thomasson.

VOTIE RAULS
	Herbine-The death angel called at the home of Loney Rauls on Saturday, January 
14 and took in its flight their beloved son Votie, 22 years of age, who had been ill 
for a number of months, his condition being critical for the past several weeks.
	Votie had a host of friends who will mourn their loss for he possessed a lovable 
disposition.
	He leaves behind his wife, who was before her marriage, Miss Alma Terry, and two 
small children, his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Loney Rauls, one brother Willie Rauls, two 
sisters Mrs. Stanley Tucker and Mrs. Johnnie Sandine, a number of other relatives.
	He was laid to rest in Prosperity cemetery Sunday afternoon, funeral services 
conducted by Rev. O.A. Ashcraft life long pastor and friend of the deceased.

January 25, 1933
BETTIE SUE GLOVER: CHILD AT RANDALL BURNED TO DEATH
Betty Sue Glover, Aged Three, Victim of Flames From Open Fireplace
	Betty Sue Glover, three year old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Otis Glover of Randall, 
12 miles east of Rison, died Sunday afternoon at a Pine Bluff hospital from burns received 
that morning when her clothing became ignited from flames in an open fireplace.
	The child was playing with the other children of the family at her home in front of 
a fireplace when her clothes caught fire. Mrs. Glover, her mother, made frantic but futile 
attempts to extinguish the flames from her little daughter's clothing and received severe 
burns herself about the hands and arms. The child was carried to the hospital at once but 
her injuries were too serious to respond to treatment.
	She is survived by her parents: a brother, Sonnie; two sisters, Nannie Joe and Joyce 
and her grandfather, J.T. (Tom) Glover all of Randall.
	Funeral services were held Monday morning at 11 o'clock, by the Rev. C.N. Glover of 
Sheridan. Burial was in Friendship Cemetery.

W.J. WHITLOCK DEAD
	W.J. Whitlock, former citizen of Rison, died at his home in Pine Bluff Thursday 
morning after an extended illness. Mr. Whitlock was well known here having made his home 
here for some time after his marriage to Mrs. Mattie Owens several years ago. He has lived 
in Pine Bluff for the past 10 years where he was connected with the Arkansas Power & Light 
Company. In addition to his wife he is survived by a son and a daughter of St. Louis.

February 1, 1933
RUFUS MADDOX
	Rye-Rufus Maddox, aged 81, died at the home of his son, C.C. Maddox, Wednesday 
afternoon, January 25, after several weeks' illness. He is survived by Mrs. Maddox, three 
sons, C.C. Maddox of Herbine, Ben F. Maddox of Grady, Hamp Maddox of California; two 
daughters, Mrs. Plunket Harper of Herbine and Mrs. John Wooldridge of Rye.
	He was buried in Union Cemetery, Thursday afternoon. Rev. J.B. Hoover conducted the 
funeral.

February 8, 1933
DR. W.L. HARTSELL DIES IN LITTLE ROCK
Former Rison Citizen Succumbs at Hospital Following Operation Saturday
	Dr. William Luther Hartsell, aged 60 years, of Warren, died Saturday afternoon at 
4 o'clock at a Little Rock hospital where he had been for two days. He had undergone an 
operation for appendicitis when, pneumonia developed and the complication was too much 
for his condition. He became ill late Wednesday afternoon at Warren and was carried to 
Little Rock the following day.
	Born in North Carolina, Dr. Hartsell moved to this state with his parents when a 
lad of about 10 years. A large part of the time since has been spent in Cleveland County, 
where he first began the practice of medicine after his university graduation. He practiced 
at Draughon for a number of years and for a short time was located at Rison, but moved from 
here to Warren several years ago where he has since lived. He had a large practice in that 
city and surrounding territory and also operated a hospital there.
	He was one of the most beloved citizens of his city and enjoyed the confidence and 
esteem of all his friends. He was possessed of a lovable and unselfish nature that endeared 
him to those with whom he came in contact. He was a member of the Methodist Church, the 
Masonic Lodge and order of Shriners.
	He is survived by his wife of Warren; one brother, A.C. Hartsell of Pine Bluff and 
a large number of nieces and nephews. Mrs. Jane Hartsell of this city is a sister-in-law.
	Funeral services were held at the home in Warren Monday morning. Burial was in the 
family lot at Union cemetery at Rye in charge of the Masonic fraternity.

REV. J.A. PRESTON, 83, PIONEER MINISTER, DEAD
	The Rev. James A. Preston, aged 83 years, retired Baptist minister, died at his home 
in the Mt. Zion community, six miles north of Rison Friday morning following a paralytic 
stroke at church two weeks ago. He has been in ill health for several months and his death 
was not unexpected.
	Born in Georgia on April 24, 1850, he came to this section of Arkansas with his father, 
a practicing physician, when a young boy and has lived here since. He was married in early 
manhood to Miss Elizabeth White, who lived for several years. To them were born several 
children, a daughter lived to be grown. He was later married to Miss Matilda Owen who survives 
him.
	A loyal member of the Missionary Baptist Church, he entered the ministry many years ago 
and served as pastor of a number of rural churches for several years. He was a member of the 
Mt. Zion Church and was one of its most loyal and devout members having spent the major 
portion of his life in that community.
	In addition to his wife he is survived by one son; Taliaferro Preston of Fort Worth, 
Texas and a foster son, Archie Basy of Austin, Texas.
	Funeral services were held at Bethlehem cemetery Saturday morning by the Rev. Ben H. 
Walters, pastor of Mt. Zion Church and the Rev. T.H. Douglas, a former pastor.

MRS. HAROLD LOWE
	Emmaus-Emmaus community and church lost a dear friend, neighbor and faithful member 
on January 20, 1933, when death called from its midst Mrs. Harold Lowe who was formerly Miss 
Johnnie Lucille Filer of Noxapater, Miss.
	Mrs. Lowe was born May 6, 1907 and was married to Harold S. Lowe January 15, 1927. To 
this union was born two sons, the older having preceded her in death.
	She leaves to morn her departure from this world her husband, one son, Jimmie of this 
place, father, mother, one brother and seven sisters, Mr. and Mrs. J.C. Filer, Mrs. Tom Price, 
Merrill, Gertrude, Mildred, Mary Jack, J.C. Filer Jr., and her grandfather W.T. Stephens, all 
of Noxapater, Miss., Mrs. Willie Mae Dotson of Meridian, Miss., and Mrs. G.A. Crosby of West 
Monroe, La. She also leaves a host of other relatives and friends in Arkansas and Mississippi.

INFANT GRIFFIN
	Cross Roads-The infant daughter of Mr. and Mrs. George Griffin of near Kingsland was 
buried at Cross Roads Monday evening.

February 15, 1933
MRS. W.P. WILSON, 28 OF WHITEOAK TWP. DEAD
	Mrs. W.P. (Pitts) Wilson, aged 28 years, died at her home in White Oak township early 
Saturday morning after an illness of two weeks. Death was due to pneumonia and other 
complications.
	Mrs. Wilson was one of the most popular young matrons of her community and had a wide 
circle of friends.
	She is survived by her husband, two young sons, Martin and Lawrence Wilson; her parents, 
Mr. and Mrs. W.G. Rhodes; three brothers, Boyd, Tollie and Amos Rhodes and two sisters, Mrs. 
Herbert Wilson and Miss Gertrude Rhodes, all of Whiteoak township.
 	Funeral services were held Sunday morning at the Wilson cemetery by the Rev. M.E. Scott 
of this city. Burial was there also.

WALTER W. LEA, 58, OF KINGSLAND DEAD
	Walter Walker Lea, aged 58 years, died at his home at Kingsland early Friday morning 
after an illness of less than a week. Death was due to influenza.  He became ill the Saturday 
before, but his condition was not thought to be critical until the day before his death.
	Mr. Lea was one of the most popular and useful men of Kingsland. He always took an 
active part in the affairs of the city and was a member of the board of aldermen at the time 
of his death. He also took a keen interest in school matters and in his younger days was an 
active member of the Baptist church. He was a friend to all, especially loved by the young 
people.
	He was born at Lea's Ferry on December 14, 1874, being a son of Major William Archer 
Lea who operated a ferry at that place on Saline River after the close of the Civil War. 
When he was two years old his parents moved to Malvern where they lived until his father's 
death in 1878. The family then returned to this county and lived near Mahoney's Ferry until 
1889 when they moved to Kingsland after his mother's remarriage. In 1895 Mr. Lea entered 
business at Kingsland with his stepfather, W.P. Thomas the business being known as Thomas & 
Lea. In 1916 he disposed of his interest in the business to Mr. Thomas and for a year devoted 
his activity to farming. He then took over the mercantile business again and operated it until 
1920 when disposed of it and re-entered the business her operated at the time of his death.
	On December 24, 1904 he was married to Miss Mattye Mitchell who died three years ago. 
His mother, Mrs. Fannie Thomas died less than two months ago.
	He is survived by one daughter, Miss Archer Lea, member of the Kingsland school faculty; 
two brothers, S.C. Thomas of Kingsland and R.S. Lea of Pine Bluff; one sister Mrs. Sallie Reid 
of Leola and a number of nieces and nephews. 
	Funeral services were held at the Kingsland Methodist church Saturday afternoon by the 
Rev. J.C. Johnson, pastor. Burial was at the Kingsland cemetery.
	Pallbearers were: Active-Dayle Baker, Clarence Bell, Joyce Garner, Herman McKinzie, 
Fred Harris and Harold Cook. Honorary-W.E. Baker, A.C. Webb, Misses Eula Fikes, Margaret 
Sligh, Marie McCoy, Marie Cash, Erma Rodgers and Mary Wheeler, members of the Kingsland school 
faculty; J.E. McCoy, R.C. Carmical, H.J. Cook, M.E. Bell, Sid Knickerbocker, G.W. Seymore, 
King Elam, John Martin, J.L. Harris, T.E. Mosley, Misses Kate Varnell, Dora Wright and Winton 
Johnson.

I.B. HUDSON
	I.B. Hudson, farmer who lived six miles east of Rison on the Calmer Road, died at a 
Pine Bluff hospital Friday night after a short illness. He was carried there a week before 
for an operation, but his condition was too far advanced for any improvement. Mr. Hudson moved 
here several years ago from Kansas. He was 63 years old and is survived by his wife, four sons 
and two daughters; his mother, one brother and one sister.

MISS RUTH SMURL
	Kingsland-February 13-(Special) Miss Ruth Smurl of near here died at a Little Rock 
hospital Thursday after a long illness. She had been under treatment at the hospital for 
more than two years. Funeral services were held at the family burying ground at Camp Springs 
Friday by the Rev. J.C. Johnson. She is survived by one sister, Mrs. Viola McGehee of St. 
Louis, Mo., a half-sister, Mrs. Henry Teague of Ashland, La., one brother, Lewis Smurl of 
Kingsland and a number of other relatives.

WALTER W. LITTLE: FORMER CITIZEN DEAD
	Walter W. Little, son of the late Rev. T.B. Little of this city, died at his home in 
Pine Bluff Friday night after a short illness. Mr. Little was well known here, having been 
born and reared in this county. He has lived in Pine Bluff since becoming a man. He was 52 
years old. He is survived by his wife and eight children, also four brothers and two sisters.

J.M. STRAIT, AGED 70, PIONEER RESIDENT DEAD
	John M. Strait, aged 70 years, prominent citizen of Cleveland County for 50 years, 
died at his home here Saturday morning at 7:35 o'clock after an illness of three weeks. He 
had been ill for several years and no hopes were held for his recovery since he grew worse 
three weeks ago.
	Mr. Strait was born in North Carolina and moved to this county in 1883. For many years 
he engaged in farming in Harper township, moving to Rison about 15 years ago. He was a 
building contractor until eight years ago when he became mail carrier on one of the star 
routes from Rison which position he held for four years. Since that time his health has not 
permitted him actively engaging in any business. He was a member of the Baptist Church, the 
Masonic Order and the Woodman Lodge at Rison. 
	He is survived by his wife, three sons, H.E. of Warren, John M, Jr., Boston, Mass., 
and Jennings Strait of Tampa, Florida, and three daughters, Mrs. J.L. Wright of Little Rock, 
Mrs. M.A. Morrison of Pansy and Mrs. J.W. Williams of this city.
	Funeral services were held Sunday afternoon at 2 o'clock from the Rison Baptist Church 
in charge of the pastor, Rev. W.F. Warren and the Rev. M.E. Scott, pastor of the local 
Methodist church. Interment was in Greenwood cemetery, in charge of the local Masonic lodge.
	Pallbearers were: Active-Truman Farrar, Charles Farrar, W.B. Vaughn, V.O. Thomasson, 
Harry Thomasson, Walter Jones, Craig Sadler and Glen Morrison. Honorary-J.L. Sadler, I.E. 
Moore, J.B. Searcy, Victor Moore, Jno. T. Haskins, Horace Thomasson, C.L. Garner, C.K. 
Elliott, Jr., of Pine Bluff, Dr. A.J. Hamilton, I.B. Williams, C.R. Morrison, I.B. Williams, 
R.C. Carmical, W.L. Thomasson, J.H. Atkins, Penn Ramick, J.A. Morrison, lee lain, E.E. 
McReynolds.

March 1, 1933
COOPER HALL, OF NEAR KINGSLAND, DEAD
	Cooper Hall, aged 45 years of the Hebron community, five miles southeast of Kingsland, 
died at his home early Monday morning after a short illness. His death came suddenly and he 
had been sick only a few hours.
	He is survived by his wife and two small daughters, Elizabeth and Hazel; his parents, 
Mr. and Mrs. J.A. Hall of Kingsland; two brothers, Joe Hall of Pine Bluff and Marshall Hall 
of Kingsland; six sisters, Mrs. Carter Hartsell of Rison; Mrs. C.L. Burks and Mrs. Virgil 
Walker of Pine Bluff; Mrs. W.B. Mitchell, Mrs. J.L. Mitchell and Mrs. G.H. Wise of Kingsland. 

MRS. MARY LOU HARRIS
	New Edinburg-Mrs. Mary Lou Harris, aged 83 years, died at her home near new Edinburg 
Friday, Mrs. Harris was born on November 17, 1849 and was one of the pioneers of this section 
of the county. She was married to J.T. Harris in 1868. To them were born two sons, Henry and 
Ross Harris, who survive her. She is also survived by three brothers, Lewis and James Ross of 
New Edinburg, 18 grandchildren and 14 great grandchildren. Funeral services were held Saturday 
by the Rev. J.N. Simpson of New Edinburg.

March 8, 1933
MRS. SALLIE I. RILEY, FORMER EDITOR, DIES: Death Comes to Former Editor of Herald at Her 
Home Near Here Thursday
	Mrs. Sallie Stanfield Riley, aged 60 years, died at her home five miles northwest of 
Rison early Thursday morning. Although she had been in bad health for several years, her 
condition did not become critical until only a few days before her death.
	Mrs. Riley, formerly, Miss Sallie Irene Robinson, was born at Osceola on January 5, 
1873 and came to Rison twenty years later to become associated with the Cleveland County 
Herald as a typesetter for the late Geo. H. Tisdale, then editor and publisher. Soon after 
her removal here, she bought the paper from Mr. Tisdale and was connected with the newspaper 
fraternity almost constantly until a few years ago.
	In June 1894, she was married to the late William J. Stanfield, one of Cleveland County's
most brilliant sons, who had just began the practice of law here, and who continued with 
Mrs. Stanfield to operate the Herald. To them were born three sons and two daughters. 
Mr. Stanfield died in 1906, after which time Mrs. Stanfield continued as editor of the 
newspaper. She also occupied a prominent place in other business circles here, being a 
director of the Bank of Rison and other local enterprises. She took an active part in church, 
civic and social activities. Several years later she disposed of the paper for a short time 
but bought it back and continued its operation until her marriage in 1915 to J.C. Riley, a 
newspaper man of Walnut Ridge, where they lived until his retirement from the business when 
they moved to Hot Springs. About 10 years ago they moved to their farm in Whiteoak township 
where they had one of the most attractive ad comfortable homes in the county. Mr. Riley died 
on November 20 of last year.
	Mrs. Riley was one of the best informed women of the state and in addition to her keen 
intellect and alert mind, she was possessed of a most lovable and optimistic disposition, 
always with a kindly word of cheer for those with whom she came in contact.  During the past 
40 years, a major portion of which time she has spent in and near Rison, she was always to be 
found lending her opinion and influence to the projects which were calculated for the 
betterment of the community and the advancement of its people. She was devoted to her family 
and spent her last days in planning for their comfort and happiness. She had been a member of 
the Methodist church for many years.
	She is survived by two sons, C.A. Stanfield of Hot Springs, representative in the 
Arkansas General Assembly from Garland County, and M.F. Stanfield of Memphis, Tennessee; 
one daughter, Mrs. William Alcott of Rison; two brothers, E.M. Rucker of Randall and Eugene 
Rucker of Wichita, Kansas, one sister, Mrs. Beulah Anderson of Kansas City, Mo., and three 
grandchildren.
	Funeral services were held Friday afternoon from the Methodist church here in charge of 
the Rev. M.E. Scott, pastor and the Rev. W.F. Warren, pastor of the Baptist Church. Burial was 
in the family lot at Greenwood Cemetery.

REV. L.T. ROGERS DEAD
	The Rev. L.T. Rogers, Methodist Minister of Roe, died Friday at the Davis Hospital after 
a week's illness from pneumonia. Rev. Rogers was well known to many Cleveland County people, 
having served for four years as pastor of the churches on the Pine Bluff circuit which 
includes Mt. Carmel church in this county. He was 54 years of age. Funeral services were held 
Saturday morning at Good Faith Church at Watson's Chapel. Burial was in the family burying 
ground at Stony Point near Fordyce.

JACK BARNETT
	Dr. and Mrs. F.J. Barnett were called to Vicksburg, Mississippi Monday on account of the 
death of her foster-father, Jack Barnett. Mr. Barnett was well known here having made his home 
here for several years while section Foreman for the Cotton Belt Railroad. He was also later 
foreman of a construction crew for the railroad company. He had lived at Vicksburg for the past
 five years.

DR. A.D. JONES
	New was received by relatives here Saturday of the death of Dr. A.D. Jones which 
occurred early that morning at his home at Granite Falls, North Carolina. Dr. Jones was 
a brother to the late S.A. (Gus) Jones and had visited here on several occasions. He was 
78 years old.

BOBBIE RAY WILSON
	Bobbie Ray Wilson, two year old son of Mr. and Mrs. Ray Wilson, of Whiteoak township 
died Sunday evening. In addition to his parents he is survived by an infant brother and his 
grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. R.H. White. Funeral services were held Monday morning at the home 
of Mr. and Mrs. J.B. Wilson by the Rev. M.E. Scott of this city. Burial was at Wilson cemetery.

March 15, 1933
ARLIS JACKSON
	Arlis Jackson, aged 24 years, died at his home at Rowell Monday, March 6, after a two 
week's illness from pneumonia. He is survived by his wife; two small children, Lavon and Ray; 
four sisters, Mrs. Myrtis Thornton of Levy, Mrs. Pearl McColl of Star City, Mrs. Nellie Shelby 
of Rowell and Mrs. Allie Mae Shelby of Herbine; two brothers, Charlie Jackson of Bearden and 
Guy Jackson of Bearden. Mr. Jackson had lived at Rowell all his life and had many friends. 
Burial was at Rowell cemetery on March 7, conducted by the Rev. Alex Calvert.

PENN STEGER DEAD
	News has been received here of the death of Penn Steger which occurred at his home 
in Orville, Kentucky on February 14. Mr. Steger lived in this county for many years and had 
many friends here. He was 87 years of age. He is survived by his wife and a large number of 
other relatives. He was an uncle of O.B. Steger.

March 22, 1933
MISS GLADYS LAIN
	Macedonia (Smith Twp) Miss Gladys Lain, age 14, died at her home near Cornerville, 
Tuesday March 14. She had been sick for two years. She lived in this community until about 
four years ago. She was loved by all who knew her and will be missed by her relatives and 
friends. She is survived by her parents Mr. and Mrs. Charlie Lain and her grandparents Mr. 
and Mrs. Tom James of Calmer; three sisters and four brothers, and several aunts and uncles. 
Funeral services were held at Macedonia church Wednesday afternoon by the Rev. A.A. Brown. 

April 5, 1933
A.J. YARBROUGH, 86, OF HERBINE, IS DEAD
	A.J. Yarbrough, aged 86 years, died at his home at Herbine Saturday after an illness of 
two weeks. His condition from the beginning of his illness was critical and he continued to 
grow worse until his death.
	Mr. Yarbrough, one of the oldest men of the county and a Confederate Veteran, was born 
in Winnsboro, South Carolina on April 8, 1847 and moved to Arkansas when he was 21 years of 
age, shortly after the close of the Civil War. He was married to Miss Agnes Young in 1882 who 
died in 1890. Two years later he married Miss Eliza Cunningham who died 11 years later. 
	He is survived by three sons, W.E., J.A., and J.R. Yarbrough; four grandchildren and one 
great grandson all of Herbine.
	Funeral services were held Sunday at Hickory Grove church in Lincoln county, the old 
home community of Mr. Yarbrough, by the Rev. J.B. Hoover. Interment was at Hickory Grove 
cemetery.

April 12, 1933
MRS. J.N. ROBERTSON DEAD
	Mrs. Aggie L. Robertson, aged 46 years, died at her home in Pine Bluff Friday afternoon, 
following an illness of two weeks. Although Mrs. Robertson had been in ill health for some 
time, her condition was not considered critical until shortly before her death.
	She formerly made her home here and was for many years active in church and civic 
affairs. She was a member of the local Methodist Church. She is survived by her husband, 
J.N. Robertson; one son, Alton Robertson, of Pine Bluff; three daughters, Mrs. Dollie Conrad 
of Farmer's Branch, Texas and Misses Mettie and Rose Mary Robertson of Pine Bluff; two 
brothers, Johnson and Lewis Cummings of Rison and two sisters, Mrs. Lee Axton of Rison and 
Mrs. Lavor Stewart of Tulsa, Oklahoma.
	Funeral services were held at the Rison Methodist Church Sunday afternoon by the 
Rev. M.E. Scott and the Rev. W.F. Warren. Burial was in the family lot at Greenwood cemetery.

J.H. WOOLEY DEAD
	J.H. Wooley, aged 73 years, former citizen of Cleveland County, died at his home at 
Watson's Chapel early Sunday morning. Mr. Wooley lived near Randall in this county for many 
years and was one of the outstanding citizens of that section. He moved to Jefferson County 
a few years ago and has lived at Watson's Chapel since.
	He is survived by five sons, W.W., L.F., and S.S. Wooley of Jefferson County and G.H. 
and J.L. Wooley of Woodlawn, two daughters, Mrs. J.E. Reed and Mrs. J.D. Harris of Jefferson 
County; two brothers, R.F. Wooley of Fulton, Texas and John Wooley of Humphrey; and a number 
of other relatives.
	Funeral services were held at Good Faith Methodist Church near his home Monday morning.

I.P. ELROD, FATHER OF J.W. ELROD, DEAD
	J.W. Elrod was called to Pittsburg, Texas, Monday of last week on account of the death 
of his father, I.P. Elrod, aged 85 years, which occurred early that morning.
	Mr. Elrod had visited here on a number of occasions and had many friends here. He had 
been in ill health for some time and his death was not unexpected. In addition to J.W. Elrod 
of this city, he is survived by two daughters of Texas.

April 26, 1933
ADDIE MARIE REED
	Funeral services for Addie Marie Reed, five year old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. A.T. 
(Tommie) Reed of Whiteoak township, were held Wednesday afternoon of last week at the Wilson 
Cemetery, by the Rev. W.F. Warren, Pastor of the Rison Baptist church.
	The little girl's death followed burns she received Monday morning before her death 
when her clothing caught fire from an open fire.

DR. A. ISOM, NATIVE OF RISON, DEAD
	Dr. Alphonso Isom, aged 48 years died at his home at Dumas early Monday morning 
following a long illness.
	Dr. Isom was born at Rison and attended the local schools when a boy. He was the son 
of the late Mr. and Mrs. J.B. Isom, pioneer citizens of this city. After completing the course 
of study at the local school he attended the Pine Bluff high school. He graduated from the 
medical department of Washington University at St. Louis. He later did post graduate work at 
New Orleans and New York. Locating at Dumas he established the Isom hospital and clinic at 
that city. He was recognized as one of the most outstanding members of his profession in the 
state.
	Shortly after this country's entrance into the World War, Dr. Isom enlisted in the U.S. 
Army and was in the first line trenches as a surgeon for many months in France. After the 
close of the war he was discharged as a major, U.S. Medical Corps. He was a member of the 
Dumas post American legion, the Masonic Lodge and the Baptist Church.
	He is survived by his widow and one daughter, Phyllis Ann of Dumas.
	Funeral services were held from the First Baptist Church at Dumas Tuesday afternoon. 
The remains were brought here for interment in the family lot at Greenwood Cemetery.

L.C. CLEVELAND, FATHER OF MRS. HILLYARD, DEAD
	News was received here Saturday by Mrs. E.M. Hillyard of the death of her father, L.C. 
Cleveland, aged 83 years which occurred at the home of his daughter, Mrs. E.L. Martin at 
Carmi, Illinois. Mr. Cleveland had been in ill health for several months.
	Besides his two daughters he is survived by four sons, C.A., Clarence, Guy and John 
Cleveland all of Illinois, and a number of grandchildren and great grandchildren.
	Mr. and Mrs. Hillyard and son John, Left here Saturday afternoon for Carmi to attend 
the funeral services which were held Monday.

J.H. MILLS
	Rye-J.H. Mills, aged 80, died at the home of his son Lum Mills, at Baxter, April 21. 
Mr. Mills was a resident of this county for more than 50 years. His remains were buried in 
Union Cemetery Friday evening. Funeral services were conducted by J.H. Meek. He is survived 
by four sons, Lum, Zell, James and Other; two daughters, Mrs. Dovie Chapman of Little Rock, 
and Rhoda Bell Williams of Baxter, several grandchildren, 2 great grandchildren.

May 3, 1933
PORTER TUCKER
SLAIN BY NEIGHBOR IN CUTTING AFFRAY
Porter Tucker Died From Wounds Inflicted Monday; Henry Horton Held
	Porter Tucker, aged 30 years, who lives in Lee township, died at a Warren hospital 
Tuesday shortly after noon from knife wounds received following an altercation with Henry 
Dale Horton, a neighbor and who is working some land for Tucker at Tucker's home Monday 
afternoon.
	The argument which is said to have led to the fatal cutting, arose over a $5 debt owed 
Horton by Tucker, according to reports. Tucker is said to have stated before his death that 
after that first argument between them, Horton left, returning later with a gun which he 
(Tucker) took from him and that Horton drew his knife and began cutting him. This statement 
was denied by Horton, according to officers who took him in custody.
	Tucker, a son of Mr. and Mrs. Geo. L. Tucker of Herbine, has a wife and one child. 
Several years ago he carried the Star Route mail from Rison to Rye. He was born and reared 
in the Herbine community and has lived in Lee township for the past four years.

MISS LELA JACOBS
	Macedonia (Smith township)-Miss Lela Jacobs, aged 17 years, died at the home of her 
parents Tuesday afternoon after a month's illness. She is survived by her parents, Mr. and 
Mrs. Nath Jacobs, one sister, Doris and two brothers, James and L.V.; and number of other 
relatives and friends. Funeral services were held at the home Wednesday afternoon by 
Rev. A.A. Brown and Rev. J.R. Hartley and burial at Macedonia cemetery.

May 10, 1933
MRS. C.I. LUTRELL OF WHITEOAK TWP. DEAD
	Mrs. C.I. Lutrell, aged 53 years, died at her home in Whiteoak Township at 9:30 Sunday 
night after an illness of two weeks.
	Mrs. Lutrell had lived in this county all her life and was beloved by all who knew her. 
She was a member of the Baptist church.
	Surviving her are one son, Claude Lutrell, of Rison; three daughters Mrs. Lewis Shelton 
of Pine Bluff, Mrs. Hazel Wilson and Miss Louise Lutrell of Rison and three brothers, J.F. 
Ashcraft of Rison, Chester Ashcraft of Rowell and John Ashcraft of Herbine.
	Funeral services were conducted Monday afternoon by the Rev. I.B. Hodges of Pine Bluff. 
Burial was in the Black Cemetery.

LOIS GERTRUDE WOLFE
	Lois Gertrude Wolfe, who departed this life April 30, 1933, was fifteen years, 3 months 
old. Lois was a kind and loving girl and every one that knew her loved her. She bore her 
suffering with patience for seven long months and was ready and willing to go when the end 
came. She was not a member of any church but is a member of God's redeemed ones and has only 
gone to take her stand with them. She accepted the Lord as her Savior during her afflictions 
and was prepared to meet Him in peace and happiness. Though she said she would like to get 
well, but if she could not and it was God's will for her to go she was ready.
	All was done for her that loving human hands could do but God saw fit to call her home 
from some reason, we don not know, but we must be submissive to his will for we know he doeth 
all things well, and we would say to her relatives and friends, be prepared to meet her over 
there where there will be no more sorrow or death but where all is peace, love and happiness 
through out eternity.
 We stood by her dying bed and dropped a silent tear, 
For we knew that the cruel hand of death was quickly drawing near, 
We watched the flickering flames of life till the last dim spark had fled,
And there in broken accents soft we whispered she is dead.
We gazed upon the lifeless form, the throbbing heart was still,
And then in reverence bowed our heads to heavens gracious will.
In life she was beloved by all; In death she mourned will be;
By those whom she has left; Behind to journey over life sea.
                  One who loved her.

May 24, 1933
TOM WHITE DEAD
	Tom White, aged 61 years, former citizen of this county, died at Pine Bluff Saturday 
morning. Funeral services were held at the Wilson cemetery Monday by the Rev. W.F. Warren of 
this city. Mr. White is survived by his wife, three sons, a daughter, three brothers and four 
sisters.

May 31, 1933
REX PARNELL
CHILD DIES WHEN STRUCK BY AUTO
Rex Parnell, Aged 9, Killed at Saline, late Saturday Afternoon
	Rex Parnell, aged nine years, son of Mr. and Mrs. Fred Parnell of Saline and who reside 
on the farm of Dave Cash, seven miles south of Rison on the Kingsland highway, was instantly 
killed about 7 o'clock Saturday evening when struck by an automobile driven by Jewell Elrod of 
Rison. Elrod, who summoned a physician at once, was held blameless by the lad's father, it is 
said and stated that the accident was unavoidable.
	The boy and his father were standing by a wagon near Crooks' Store as a team hitched to 
the wagon became frightened by a passing Cotton Belt freight train. The child ran from the 
wagon as the team began to lunge and failing to see the approaching automobile, stepped in 
its path too late for the driver to avoid striking him. The father stated that he saw the car 
approaching and called to the boy not to get in the road, but it is supposed that the noise 
of the train prevented him being heard by the lad.
	He is survived by his parents and five brothers and sisters. Funeral services were held 
Sunday afternoon at Cross Roads, north of Kingsland where burial was made.

MRS. S.A. SANDERS
	Mrs. S.A. Sanders, aged 37 years, died Thursday, May 25, at her home near here. She is 
survived by her husband and two sons, Rufus and Felton Sanders.
	Mrs. Sanders lived the major portion of her life in the Wheeler Springs community. She 
was converted and joined the Methodist church there in early life and lived a Christian life 
until her death.
	Funeral services were held Friday at Wheeler Springs Cemetery by the Rev. John Simpson, 
pastor of the Methodist Church of New Edinburg and the Rev. L.B. Mosley, pastor of the Baptist 
church.

INFANT COWEL
	New Edinburg-The infant son born to Mr. and Mrs. Joe Cowel Thursday, died at 11 o'clock 
Friday. Burial was held Saturday near Warren.

June 7, 1933
J.A. CULPEPPER, AGED 46, DIED WEDNESDAY
	J. Alva Culpepper, aged 46 years, died at his home three miles south of Rison on the 
Kingsland highway, Wednesday afternoon after an illness of less than a week. Death was due 
to heart attack.
	Mr. Culpepper has made his home here for the past 10 years and was born and reared at 
Kedron. He was a son of the late Mr. and Mrs. J.D. Culpepper. He engaged in the timber business,
 operating a saw mill near here for several years. Of a jovial, social nature, he had many 
friends wherever he was known.
	He is survived by his widow, three sons, Vernon, Dale, and Vaughan Culpepper of Rison; 
one brother, C.D. Culpepper also of this city; a half brother, John Bond of Memphis and a half 
sister, Mrs. Caledonia Andrews of Pine Bluff.
	Funeral services were held at the Rison Methodist Church Thursday morning by the 
Rev. M.E. Scott, pastor, assisted by Rev. W.F. Warren, pastor of the local Baptist Church and 
Rev. Harold D. Sadler of Texarkana. Burial was in the family lot at Greenwood cemetery.

June 14, 1933
WARREN RANDLEMAN DIES AT RECTOR SAT.
	Mrs. J.W. Calaway received news late Saturday evening of the death of her brother, 
Warren Randleman, at Rector. He died after an illness of only two days.
	Mr. Randleman was well known here having spent several months here last year with his 
sister. Mrs. Calaway and children left early Sunday morning for Rector.

June 21, 1933
ROY ROEBUCK 
ST.JOHN ADMITS KILLING NEIGHBOR: Makes Full Confession to Slaying Roy Roebuck Near New 
Edinburg Wednesday
	Roy Roebuck, aged 34 years, farmer of near New Edinburg, was fatally shot early Wednesday 
morning only a few minutes after he had left his home to go squirrel hunting. Clarence 
St. John, neighbor of Roebuck, is being held without bond after having confessed to the crime 
following his arrest a few hours after the shooting. St. John waived a preliminary hearing 
before Justice E.R. Maddox here Friday morning and was held for grand jury action without bail 
by court. He is being held at the Jefferson county jail in Pine Bluff.
	Roebuck left his home about 4 o'clock Wednesday morning to hunt squirrels. After he had 
been away for only a few minutes Mrs. Roebuck heard a shot followed by a scream she recognized 
as her husband's voice. She ran in the direction of the shot and discovered her husband 
mortally wounded about a quarter of a mile from the house. He had been shot in the chest at 
close range and died without being able to describe the tragedy. Sheriff Morrison was summoned 
at once and upon his arrival at the scene, had bloodhounds brought there from the State Farm at
 Tucker. The dogs followed a plain trail to where the gun had been hidden and to St. John's 
home. St. John was arrested and brought to Rison where he later confessed to the killing. 
St. John is said to be mentally erratic and it is expected that his attorneys may enter an 
insanity plea. In his statement to the officers he said that he shot in self-defense.
 	Several years ago, according to reports, St. John had a personal injury suit against a 
lumber company in Bradley county and Roebuck was a witness in the case. It is said that 
Roebuck's testimony was not satisfactory to St. John who is thought to have held a grudge 
against his neighbor since. Both are natives of the same community and grew up together. 
St. John is about 35 years old, is married and has two children.
	Roebuck was a member of the New Edinburg Methodist Church and stood high in his 
community. He is survived by his widow and eight children, two brothers, both Methodist 
Ministers, the Rev. B.F. Roebuck of Hot Springs, and the Rev. Fred G. Roebuck of Prescott 
and two sisters, Mrs. Lettie Traylor of Pine Bluff and Mrs. Roy McKinney of Warren.
	Funeral services were held at New Edinburg Wednesday afternoon at 5 o'clock. Burial 
was in new Edinburg cemetery.

J.E. PATRICK, JR.
	The death angel claimed as its victim J.E. Patrick, 21-month-old son of Mr. and Mrs. 
Jim Patrick, Saturday June 10th, 1933 at their home at Rowell. His illness was serious from 
the beginning. He was ill a few days more than a week. His remains were taken Sunday to 
Prosperity where he was buried in the family lot. Rev. J.B. Hoover conducted the funeral. 
He is survived by one brother, Newton Patrick and his parents.

June 28, 1933
FRANK CROUSE
	Bleeker-Frank Crouse who has been ill for some time, died Monday at Carthage at the 
home of his brother, Wylie Crouse, and was laid to rest in the Shady Grove cemetery here 
Tuesday with Rev. R.A. Raney conducting the funeral. He leaves a wife, four children and 
a host of other relatives and friends to mourn his death.

RICHARD PETERS
	Bleeker-Richard Peters died Friday night at his home at Fordyce Camp. He was buried 
here Saturday afternoon with Rev. R.A. Raney conducting the funeral services. He leaves a 
wife and two small children, father and mother and several brothers and sisters.

VERA HARRELL
	Toledo-Vera Joan Harrell, the 16-month-old baby of Mr. and Mrs. M.L. Harrell, who 
live on the Overton Place, died Tuesday morning at 4:30. The child had been sick for 
several 
weeks. She is survived by her parents and several sisters and brothers.

July 5, 1933
GRANT BECKWITH
	Funeral services for Grant Beckwith, aged 70 years, who died at his home three 
miles northwest of Rison Tuesday afternoon, June 27, were held at Moore's Church cemetery 
Wednesday by the Rev. M.E. Scott, pastor of the Rison Methodist Church. Mr. Beckwith who 
was ill for several months, is survived by his wife, three sons and three daughters.

July 12, 1933
JESSE WILLIAMS: YOUNG NEGRO KILLED BY FALL FROM TRAIN
	Jesse Williams, 17-year-old Negro boy, was instantly killed Saturday morning when he 
fell from a swiftly moving Cotton Belt freight train he attempted to board in front of his 
home a mile south of Rison.
	He was said to have intended going to Pine Bluff on the train and is thought to have 
missed his footing or hand hold as he tried to catch the train which threw him to the road bed. 
His skull was fractured in several places and he did not move after being thrown to the ground 
by the train.
	Coroner Carter Hartsell was called to the scene of the accident and empaneled a jury 
whose verdict was that the boy came to death from the above cause.
 
July 19, 1933
JIM LINDSEY, 45, COMMITS SUICIDE
Ends Life By Drinking Tree Poison at His Home in Hurricane Township
	Jim B. Lindsey, aged 45 years, well known farmer of Hurricane township, 18 miles south 
of Rison, committed suicide at his home early Monday morning by drinking a quantity of tree 
poison, which had a high arsenic content. He died about an hour after drinking the poison.
	His son who was preparing to go to the field to work, asked his father which field he 
wanted him to work when Lindsey replied "I don't care if you don't plow anywhere, I have taken 
some arsenic and will be dead in an hour."
	The boy called a physician and some neighbors. Lindsey was carried to the house and is 
said to have asked the doctor for more poison in order that he might "finish the job." The 
doctor told him that he needed no more for that as he would live only a short time. He died 
in a few minutes.
	Financial troubles and ill health are supposed to be the cause for the act. According 
to his neighbors he had been drinking heavily and was given to worry over his business affairs. 
He was born and reared in the community where he lived. He is survived by his wife, one son 
and three daughters. Funeral services were held at prosperity cemetery yesterday.

MRS. SARAH A VARNELL, AGED 88 YEARS
	Mrs. Sarah Adeline Varnell, aged 88 years, died at the home of her son, G.B. Varnell, 
two miles west of Rison Tuesday, July 11. She was a pioneer citizen of this section of the 
state and was one of the oldest citizens of this section of the state and was one of the oldest
 citizens of Cleveland County. She had been in failing health for some time before her death.
	She is survived by one daughter, Mrs. George F. Moody  of Rison and five sons, Will 
Shults of Detroit, Michigan, Charles Pierce of Sulpher Springs, Foster Pierce of Hampton, 
G.B. Varnell of Rison and I.J. Varnell of Hampton.
	Funeral services were held Wednesday at Shady Grove cemetery in Grant County in her 
old home community. At her request the services were conducted by her son-in-law, the Rev. 
George F. Moody of this city.

V.O. WOOLEY DEAD
	V.O. Wooley, aged 39, died at his home near Humphrey Saturday after an illness of 
several days. He is survived by his wife; three daughters, his parents; Mr. and Mrs. J.W. 
Wooley and several brothers and sisters. Mr. Wooley was born and reared in this county in 
Miller township and was well known here. Burial was at Shady Grove Cemetery Sunday afternoon.

Q.T. WORKMAN
	Herbine-Q.T. Workman of England, but formerly of this community died at his home there 
Friday afternoon. The remains were brought to Prosperity Sunday and laid to rest in the family 
lot.
	Mr. Workman spent many years of his life in this community. He was loved by all who knew 
him for he possessed a very kind and lovable personality always working for the welfare of his 
fellow man.
	He moved from this place to England where he had been engaged in the mercantile business 
for a number of years, making many friends in that place.
	He is survived by his father, Robert Workman, his wife and two daughters Misses Charline 
and Maxine Workman, and one brother, Bill Workman all of England; two sisters, Mrs. Ida Hobson 
of England and Mrs. Myrtle Thomasson of this place and a number of other relatives.

August 2, 1933
E.R. BUSTER OF KINGSLAND, DEAD
Widely Known Kingsland Business Man Succumbs to Long Illness Monday
	E.R. Buster, aged 62 years, for years one of South Arkansas' most prominent merchants 
and cotton buyers, died at his home at Kingsland Monday afternoon about 1 o'clock, following 
an illness of a month. For several days his condition had been extremely grave and his death 
was not unexpected.
	Mr. Buster who was a native of Mississippi, came to this county when a boy. He started 
his business career at Kingsland with meager beginning and built one of the largest mercantile 
establishments in South Arkansas. He was at one time the largest cotton buyer in this section, 
and has been a leader in civic, business and political affairs of the county. At the time of 
his death he was associated with his son in the mercantile business at Kingsland.
	He is survived by his widow and one son, E.R. Buster, Jr., of Kingsland; one daughter, 
Mrs. Jack Forsythe of Morrilton; one grandchild, and brother Will Buster of California.
	Funeral services were held this morning at Kingsland. Burial was in the Kingsland 
cemetery.

H.C. HOLDERFIELD, AGED 81 YEARS, DEAD
	Henry C. Holderfield, aged 81 years, died at his home five miles south of Rison Saturday 
night, after an illness of several weeks.
	Mr. Holderfield, one of Cleveland County's pioneer citizens, was born in 1852 in the 
state of Mississippi and moved with his parents when a baby to Arkansas, having made his home 
in this county since. For many years he lived in Miller township but moved to near here about 
25 years ago.  He was beloved by all who knew him and had a wide circle of friends. He was a 
member of the Rison Methodist Church, having united with the church at the age of 75 years.
	He is survived by his widow; one son, Houston H. Holderfield of Herbine and an adopted 
son, Charles Holderfield.
	Funeral services were conducted at the Varnell Cemetery Sunday afternoon at 4 o'clock by 
the Rev. M.E. Scott, pastor of this Rison Methodist Church.


August 9, 1933
MRS. J.R. BELL OF KINGSLAND IS DEAD
	Kingsland, August 8-(special)-Funeral services for Mrs. J.R. Bell who died at her home 
here Tuesday afternoon were conducted at the Methodist Church Wednesday morning by Rev. J.C. 
Johnson, pastor, assisted by Rev. J.E. Waddell of Sheridan former pastor of the local church, 
who read the scripture.
	The Rev. Johnson paid tribute to the unselfish life of this Christian mother who spent 
her life ministering to those she loved. Through the years she has been a kind friend and 
neighbor always ready to serve her friends, to sympathize with them in time of sadness and to 
rejoice with them in time of joy. Her life was evidence of her Christianity for in her daily 
living one could see that she walked and talked with Christ. Her life was comparable to the 
life of the Christ for she too went, quietly about her Master's work. There was no display, 
no ostentation in her life but always that spirit of sincerity and simplicity that endeared 
her to all who knew her. 
	She was at all times interested in her community but her place of service was in the 
home for she was training a daughter and five sons to take their places and do their part 
in the community.
	The choir sang "Safe in the Arms of Jesus" a hymn that she loved-"The Home Over There."
 "Sweet Bye and Bye" and "Asleep in Jesus."
	Mary Rogers was born in this community Feb. 6, 1869. As a young girl she moved to Ozark 
but later returned here where she spent the greatest part of her life. When she was 15 years 
old she joined the Methodist Church and for 49 years she lived true to her church and her 
Christ.
	She was married to J.R. Bell, November 24, 1887 and was the mother of seven children, 
six of whom survive. A son, Dee, died in infancy.
	Her health has been so impaired for the past few years, that she has been unable to go 
and do as she had in former years. For the past few months her condition has been critical and 
her death was not unexpected by those who did all that could be done for her recovery. She 
passed away as she lived-quietly and peacefully late in the afternoon of August 1.
	She is survived by her husband; one daughter Mrs. Nannie Rhodes of Kingsland, five sons, 
J.A., M.E. and C.L. of Kingsland, H.H. of Star City, and N.C. of Shreveport, La., two brothers 
Henry and Albert of near Kingsland, several grand children and other relatives. 
	Burial was in Kingsland Cemetery. Funeral arrangements were in charge of Benton Mortuary.
	Pallbearers were; R.T. McCoy, Chas. Offutt, Sid Knickerbocker, Wm. Hughes, C.S. Roberts 
and Jack Downey.

MRS. ALICE BLANKENSHIP, AGED 66, OF RYE, DEAD
	Mrs. Alice Blankenship, aged 66 years, died at he home at Rye Friday following an illness
 of more than a month. She suffered a paralytic stroke the first of July, having returned from 
a visit to her daughter at Houston, Texas. Only a few days before. Her condition had been 
critical following the stroke and her death was not unexpected to members of her family.
	Mrs. Blankenship, who was before her marriage, Miss Alice Gibson, was born at Annover, 
in this county, September 22, 1866.  She was married to the late Tom B. Blankenship on April 14,
 1887. Her husband died December 28, 1897. To them were born two sons, Dr. Azmon G. Blankenship,
 who died in 1924 and William Hunt Blankenship who died in 1918; four daughters, Mrs. Ada 
Elliott of Houston, Texas, Mrs. Tempi Reep of Warren, Mrs. Nova B. Tooke of Rye and Nellie 
Blankenship, who died in 1910.  She had been a faithful member of the Methodist Church for 
nearly 60 years having united with Union Church, near her home, in childhood. She was devoted 
to her family and loved ones and had a wide circle of friends.
	In addition to her daughters she is survived by two brothers, A.C. Gibson of Rison and 
Pat C. Gibson of Rye; six sisters, Mrs. Sallie Baggett and Mrs. Carl Gibson of Warren; Mrs. 
Mabel Cherry of McGehee, Miss Nellie Gibson and Mrs. Ben Nichols of Wilmar and Mrs. W.J. 
Thomasson of Herbine and a number of grandchildren.
	Funeral services were held at Union Church Saturday afternoon by the Rev. J.B. Hoover, 
pastor; Dr. W.C. Watson, presiding elder and the Rev. J.E. Waddell, former pastor. Burial was 
in Union cemetery. The following were pallbearers; Active-Seven of her nephews, Lester, 
Maurice and Hollis Nichols, Paul and Dick Thomasson, George Thomas and John Will Gibson. 
Honorary-John Buck Reep, Fred Doster, Charlie Ashcraft, Frank Johnson, Horace Davis, Ray 
Mercer, Joe Isabel, Alex Brown, Chuff Reynolds and Ed Davis.

August 16, 1933
FRANK C. BECTON: FORMER RISON MAN DROWNS IN PANAMA
	Frank C. Becton, 33 year old Gunner's Mate, U.S. Navy, attached to the S-10 at the U.S. 
Submarine Base at Colon, Panama Canal Zone, was drowned late Sunday while swimming in a lake.
	Becton was reared here and was the son of the late Mrs. Thos. Barnes. He is survived by 
his wife and two children in New London, Conn.
	He dived into the lake from a barge and failed to rise to the surface of the water. His 
body was recovered some time later.

August 23, 1933
H.L. WILLIAMS, 51, FORMER CITIZEN DIES
Native Son Returned Here for Burial: Member of Pioneer Family
	H.L. Williams, aged 51 years of Beaumont, Texas, died at a hospital in Galveston, Texas 
Sunday morning after an illness of a month. The remains were brought here for burial, arriving 
Monday afternoon. Mr. Williams, a son of I.B. Williams of this city, was born and reared at 
Rison. He received his education at the Rison School and attended Ouachita College. In early 
manhood he entered the employ of the Cotton Belt railway at a telegraph operator and for many 
years has been connected with the Santa Fe Railroad at Beaumont. At the time of his death he 
was manager of the telegraph department of this company.
	He was married to Miss Anna B. Kirkley of Texas, who survives him. In addition to his 
wife and father he is survived by one brother, I.B. Williams, Jr., of Elizabeth, La., and four 
sisters, Misses Kathleen, Minetta, May and Ruth Williams of this city.
	Funeral services were held from the Rison Baptist Church Tuesday afternoon at 2 o'clock 
in charge of the Rev. W.F. Warren, Rev. J.W. Mills pastor of the First Methodist Church of 
Beaumont and Rev. Harold D. Sadler of Texarkana. Burial was in the family lot at Greenwood 
cemetery.
	Pallbearers were ; Active-C.L. Garner, Walter Jones, B.G. Reid, L.F. Williams, Craig 
Sadler, Jas. G. Mosley and Edgar McKinney-Honorary-R.M. Culpepper, F.W. Culpepper, Rufus 
Smith, George Tolson, Victor Moore, Van McKinney, P.N. Smith, T.G. Culpepper, J.L. Sadler, 
R.E. Quinn and L.C. Ackerman all of Rison and J.W. Crawford of Pine Bluff.


MARVIN H. NORTON OF PINE BLUFF DEAD
	Marvin H. Norton, aged 48 years, died at his home in Pine Bluff Wednesday of last week 
after a month's illness. 
	He was born and reared at Calmer in Miller township, moving to Lincoln county when a 
young man where he engaged in the mercantile business for a number of years when he went to 
Pine Bluff. He was a son of the late J.D. Norton and was widely known in this county. He was 
a member of Oak Grove Baptist Church at Calmer.
	Surviving him are his widow and one daughter of Pine Bluff; two sisters, Mrs. George 
Coats of Pine Bluff and Miss Eugenia Norton; three brothers, J.C., Wilbur and Stewart Norton 
of Woodlawn and two half brothers J.D. and Glen Norton also of Woodlawn.
	Funeral services were held at Wesley's Chapel at Randall Friday morning by Rev. Conrad 
Glover. Burial was in the cemetery there.

REV. A.P. FEW, FORMER M.E. PASTOR HERE, DEAD
	Rev. A.P. Few, aged 79 years, retired Methodist minister, died suddenly at Pine Bluff 
Sunday morning as he concluded teaching a class of Men at Lakeside Methodist Sunday school 
of that city.  He collapsed as he ended his lesson, falling to the floor and was dead before 
members of the class reached him.
	Rev. Few was for many years a member of the Little Rock conference, later transferring 
to the Pacific Coast conference. He retired several years ago. He served the local Methodist 
church as pastor for eight months in 1921. He is survived by a daughter, three sons and one 
brother.

C.W. MORRISON, 74, OF ROWELL IS DEAD
	Charles W. Morrison, aged 75 years, died at his home at Pansy, Harper Township at 5 
o'clock Tuesday, August 15 after a short illness.
	Mr. Morrison, last of a large and prominent family, was born in Georgia and moved to 
Arkansas when a lad. He was married about 40 years ago to Miss Nellie Bussey who survives him. 
He has spent his entire period of residence in Arkansas in Cleveland County and was one of 
the county's best known citizens. He was a member of the Methodist church with his membership 
at Prosperity Church, near his home.
	In addition to his widow, he is survived by one son, Carter Morrison of Pansy and a 
daughter, Mrs. Mattie Lee Sadler, also of Pansy.
	Funeral services were held at Prosperity cemetery Wednesday morning in charge of the 
Rev. J.B. Hoover, his pastor. Burial was at Prosperity.


INFANT BROWN
	Macedonia-The three week old son of Mr. and Mrs. Melton Brown died Sunday afternoon 
after a few days illness. Surviving him are his parents, two brothers, one sister and 
grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. J.D. Cash of Sheridan. Funeral services were held Monday morning 
by Rev. A.A. Brown, burial at Macedonia Cemetery.

August 30, 1933
N.R. TISDALE, FORMER KINGSLAND, P.M., DEAD
	Nathaniel R. Tisdale, aged 75 years, died at his home in Little Rock Wednesday, August 
23, following several years' illness.
	Mr. Tisdale was a native of this county and spent a major part of his life in Cleveland 
County. He was born near where Rison now is located and grew to manhood in this section. For 
many years he was postmaster at Kingsland was one of the leading  Republican figures of this 
county. Several years ago he moved to Little Rock and was engaged in business until forced to 
retirement by ill health. He was a brother of the late Prof. Geo. H. Tisdale of this city. He 
is survived by his widow, two sons, F.R. Tisdale of Pine Bluff and C. Tisdale of Little Rock, 
four daughters, Mrs. J.S. Conley of Pine Bluff and Mrs. Ivy Nation, Mrs. O.H. Tinnell and Mrs. 
Carl Hyatt of Little Rock. Funeral services were held Friday in Little Rock.

J.T. GLOVER, JR.: DESPONDENT YOUTH, 19, TAKES OWN LIFE
J.T. Glover, Jr., of Woodlawn Dies From Drinking Tree Poison Saturday
	J.T. Glover, Jr., aged 19 years, son of J.T. (Tom) Glover of Woodlawn, died at 7:30 
Saturday evening from the effects of a quantity of tree poison he drank 2 o'clock in the 
afternoon.
	Although fully conscious until a few minutes before he died, he gave little reason for 
his rash act, except to state he was discouraged and felt he had no friends left. It is thought
 this fatal attempt on his own life, was partly due to the death of his mother almost a year 
ago. He was the youngest child in the family, and his loneliness is thought to have affected 
his mental faculties.
	He notified one of his brothers shortly after he drank the deadly potion of what he'd 
done and requested the brother to see that all his bills were paid from a crop he had on his 
father's place. He was carried at once to the home of his uncle, Dr. B.B. Glover, not far from 
his own home, but all efforts to check the effects of the poison were futile.
	He is graduated from the Woodlawn high school last spring and was one of the outstanding 
students at the school. During the summer he has attended the Monticello A.&M. College at 
Monticello. He was one of the most prominent young men of his community and was a member of 
Oak Grove Baptist Church.
	Besides his father he is survived by five-brothers, J.E., T.H., Otis, Guy and Herbert 
Glover, all of Woodlawn.
	Funeral services were held Sunday afternoon by the Rev. Conrad Glover of Sheridan, 
pastor of the Oak Grove Church. Burial was in the family lot at Friendship.
	The pallbearers were: Active-Bennie Ryburn, Rodger Allred, James Crawford, John Faver, 
Harry Norton, Homer D. Henderson, J.B. Glover, T.C. Harper, Carroll D. Norton, Jim Ryburn, 
Winfrey Norton. Honorary-M.E. Faver, R.L. Spires, Roy Parker, N.H. Allred, H.H. Reed, John O. 
Reed, Clifton Norton, Cain Reed, Victor Woodell, and O.N. Eubank. 

September 6, 1933
M.M. TALIAFERRO DIED THURSDAY
Native Son of Cleveland County Died at His Home at Tarry
	Mack M. Taliaferro, aged 54 years, died at his home at Tarry late Thursday after an 
illness of about 10 days. He had been in failing health for several years and recently his 
condition grew more serious and his death was not unexpected.
	Mr. Taliaferro was born and reared in this county, near Toledo, and lived here until 
after he reached manhood. He was married about 25 years ago to Miss Pearl Tolson of this city, 
who survives him. Since that time he has been engaged in farming and mercantile business at 
Tamo and Tarry, at the latter place for more than 10 years. He was a member of the Methodist 
Church. Mr. Taliaferro was loyal to his friends, devoted to his family and took a keen interest
 in public affairs.
	Funeral services were conducted from his home at Tarry Friday afternoon by the Rev. T.T. 
McNeal and the Rev. L.D. Davis of Star City. The remains were brought here for burial in the 
family lot at Greenwood cemetery.
	Pallbearers were : Active-C.H. Clowers, P.A. Whitehead, J.C. Haves, O.L. Miller, Henry 
Jones, J.D. Cogbill and H.W. Thomas. Honorary-J.A. McEntyre, Dr. A.B. Blackwell, Dr. J.F. 
Collins, Phil Boggs, Joe Q. Cook, J.F. Bean, R.L. McGehee, L.C. Ackerman, I.E. Moore, J.B. 
Lindsey, W.A. Rogers, Henry Prewitt, Ned Hardin, Lemmie McEntyre, J.W. Sadders, Bob Fuqua and 
W.A. Billingsly.
	In addition to his widow he is survived by three sons, Mack, Sandy and Buck Taliaferro; 
one daughter, Miss Mary Taliaferro, all of Tarry; two brothers, J.H. Taliaferro of Grady and 
Zack Taliaferro of Altheimer and two sisters, Mrs. S.T. Wynne of Dermott and Mrs. E.L.Hucheson 
of England.

September 13, 1933
CHARLES A CARMICAL: FORMER CLEVELAND COUNTY MAN DIES AT HOUSTON
	Charles A. Carmical, formerly of New Edinburg, died at Houston, Texas late Saturday 
after a short illness. The remains were brought to New Edinburg for burial Monday.
	Mr. Carmical was a native of the New Edinburg community and lived there until several 
years ago when he moved to Texas. He is survived by his wife, two daughters, one brother, 
Troy Carmical of New Edinburg and two sisters, Miss Bessie Carmical of New Edinburg and Miss 
Bulah Carmical of Little Rock.

MRS. M. F. (FAUNTLEROY) STANFIELD: FORMER CITIZEN HURT, WIFE KILLED IN CRASH
	News has been received here of the death of Mrs. M.F. (Fauntleroy) Stanfield of Memphis, 
following an automobile wreck when a car driven by Stanfield crashed into a truck on the 
highway near Memphis on the night of September 1. She died 12 hours after the wreck, according 
to reports reached here Sunday.
	Stanfield was also slightly injured. He was born and reared here and is the son of the 
late Mrs. J.C. Riley. He went to Memphis several years ago where he has since been engaged in 
river work for the government.

MRS. CELIA CRUMP DIES AT HOT SPRINGS	
	Mrs. Celia A. Crump, aged 81 years, died at her home at Hot Springs Friday after several 
months of failing health.
	Mrs. Crump, a sister of the late H.N. Robertson of this city, was born and reared in this
 community but moved to Hot Springs about 50 years ago and had made her home there since. She 
was known to practically all the older citizens of Rison and vicinity and to many others here 
as she visited here regularly until she became too feeble.
	Funeral services and burial was held at Hot Springs Saturday afternoon. Mrs. Chas. Harvey,
 Kittie McLendon and Mrs. R.C. Carmical, nieces of Mrs. Crump of Rison attended the services.

JEWELL DEAN TAYLOR
	Jewell Dean Taylor, four year old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Jewell Taylor of Whiteoak 
township, died Monday afternoon after a short illness. Her death came on her fourth birthday. 
Funeral services were held at the Wilson cemetery Tuesday afternoon. She is survived by her 
parents.

JOHN T. BREWSTER, 41, OF WOODLAWN, DEAD
	John T. Brewster, aged 41 years, died at his home in the Woodlawn community, Saturday 
morning after an illness of less than a week.
	Mr. Brewster was one of the most popular men of his section, where he was reared and 
spent practically all his life. He took an active part in church and civic affairs and farmed 
along new and modern ideas of diversification. He became ill Sunday night September 3, after 
having attended church services in the morning and evening. He lapsed into a state of coma 
Monday morning and never rallied.
	He is survived by his widow, one son and two daughters and a number of other relatives.
	Funeral services were conducted from Friendship Baptist Church of which he was a member, 
Sunday afternoon by the Rev. A.A. Calvert. Burial was in Friendship cemetery.

September 20, 1933
REV. J.M. PATRICK, 78, PIONEER MINISTER, DEAD
	Rev. J.M. Patrick, aged 78 years, died at his home near Herbine Friday night about 
midnight, after a long illness. For several weeks his relatives had given up all hope of his 
recovery and his death had been expected for several days.
	Rev. Patrick, who was a pioneer Free Will Baptist Minister, spent a large portion of his 
life in this county and was the founder of the Free Will Macedonia church in Lee Township. He 
was a candidate for representative from this county several times, losing twice by narrow 
margins. He had many friends wherever he was known.
	He is survived by his wife, three daughters, Mrs. Mont Shelby of Herbine, Mrs. Georgia 
Reed of Malvern and Mrs. Alice Jacobs of Dermott; three sons, Will and Jim Patrick of Rowell 
and Monroe Patrick of near Rison.
	Funeral services were conducted by Rev. J.R. Hartley, life-long friend of Rev. Patrick.

MRS. R.E. JONES, 58 OF WHITEOAK TWP. DEAD
	Mrs. Tobitha Vaun Jones, aged 58 years, wife of Robert E. Jones, died at her home near 
the "Y" in Whiteoak township early Thursday morning, September 14, after an illness of two 
weeks.
	Mrs. Jones was born and reared in this county and had spent her entire life in this 
section. She was a member of the Presbyterian Church for more than 35 years and was loved by 
all who knew her.
	She is survived by her husband, four sons, Burke L. Jones of Monroe, Louisiana, Osro, 
Milton and Elmer Jones of Rison; five daughters, Mrs. H.E. Chapman, Mrs. Etta Taylor, Mrs. 
Claude Parker and Misses Alcy and Jody Jones all of Rison; two brothers, Jim and Dave Shelton 
of Rison and two sisters, Mrs. W.G. Rhodes and Mrs. R.W. White of Rison.
	Funeral services were held Friday morning at the Black Cemetery, near her home, by the 
Rev. Geo. F. Moody of this city. Arrangements were in charge of Rufus T. Buie, undertaker.

MRS. J.W. SCALES OF PINE BLUFF, DEAD
	Mrs. J.W. Scales, aged ?1 years, of Pine Bluff died at a Little Rock hospital early 
Friday after a weeks' illness.
	Mrs. Scales, formerly Miss Ellen Breathwaite, was born and reared in this county, near 
the Rowell community. She was educated in the public schools of this county and Pine Bluff and 
for several years prior to her marriage to Dr. Scales, taught in the schools of Cleveland 
County. She was married in 1899. She was a daughter of the late Richard and Mary Breathwaite, 
pioneers of this section of Arkansas. She had been a member of the Presbyterian Church since 
childhood.
	In addition to her husband she is survived by two daughters, Mrs. J.D. Hammonds of Hot 
Springs and Mrs. John Parse of Magnolia and two sisters, Mrs. Rebecca Winters of Pine Bluff 
and Mrs. Chas. Leali of Kingsland.
	Funeral services were held Saturday morning in Pine Bluff by Dr. C.E. Newton and the 
Rev. John C. Glenn. Interment was in the Breathwaite family burying ground at Rowell 
cemetery.

J.M. MAY, AGED 60, CLAIMED BY DEATH
Veteran Business Man Succumbs to Long Illness Early This Morning
	James Madison (Matt) May, aged 60 years, one of Cleveland County's best known and most 
useful citizens died at his home here at 3 o'clock this (Wednesday) morning after an illness 
of nearly two years, having been confined to his bed for 16 months, during which time no hopes 
have been held for any permanent improvement in his condition. In failing health for the past 
four years, he resorted to a surgical operation in June 1932, but nothing appeared to benefit 
him.
	Mr. May, veteran merchant and businessman of the county, was born at Toledo on February 
27, 1873 and grew to manhood there. He entered the mercantile business at Toledo when a young 
man operating a general store for a number of years, later moving to Rison where he has been 
in business several times. He was also manager of I.E. Moore's store here for several years, 
resigning that position to again enter the mercantile business for himself. He retired from 
business and closed his store more than a year ago when he became unable to devote any of his 
time to his business on account of his health. He was married to Miss Gussie Mae Flournoy on 
August 19, 1903.
	Probably no man in this section was able to win and hold friends better than he. He had 
a keen sense of humor, a happy, winning personality, an unfailing loyalty to his friends, and 
was fundamental in his beliefs. He was identified with the progress and welfare of his country,
 taking much interest in church, social and political activities. He united with the Methodist 
Church here six years ago and has been one of its most faithful and loyal members since. He has
 served continuously on the board of stewards of his church and for the past two years has been
 chairman of the board. For a number of years he was secretary of the Cleveland County 
Democratic Central Committee. He was a member of the board of directors of the local school 
board for years, serving as chairman of that body also until his health failed completely. He 
has served as alderman at Rison on several occasions.
	In addition to his widow, he is survived by five daughters, Mrs. Robert Mays of Fordyce, 
Misses Georgia Louise, Elizabeth, James Catherine and Norma May of this city; his father, R.J. 
May of Rison; one sister, Mrs. Rosa Willis of Los Angeles, California and three half brothers, 
Robert and Russell May of Rison and Walter C. May with the U.S. Navy at Long Beach, California.
	Funeral services will be held at the Methodist Church here Thursday afternoon at 2:30 
o'clock by the Rev. M.E. Scott, pastor, the Rev. Harold D. Sadler of Texarkana, Rev. A.W. 
Hamilton of Mena, both former pastors, and Rev. W.F. Warren, pastor of the local Baptist 
church. Burial will be at Greenwood cemetery with services at the grave in charge of Culpepper 
Lodge F. and A. Masons of which Mr. May was a member.
	Pallbearers are: Active-J.L. Sadler, Jno. T. Haskins, R.C. Searcy, Craig Sadler, H.M. 
Attwood, M.L. Wilson, Carter Hartsell and Penn Ramick. Honorary-Judge Rufus Ramick, Judge 
Rufus Smith, E.L. McLendon, J.H. Atkins, O.F. Reed, J.B. Searcy, I.E. Moore, J.W. Elrod, W.F. 
Worsham, Van McKinney, Victor and Leon Moore, L.C. Ackerman, J.S. Richardson, C.S. Hobson, Roy 
Wilson, Dr. A.J. Hamilton, Jack Owens, L.F. Williams, R.W. Thomasson, I.B. Williams and J. 
Lowery Reed, all of Rison, Joe Cook and Red O'Keefe of Pine Bluff and J.H. Henderson of Bradley.

MRS. MATTIE BURROUGH DEAD
	Mrs. Mattie Burrough, aged 47 years, wife of Lee Burrough of Pansy, died at her home 
Wednesday morning, September 13, after a short illness. Mrs. Burrough was loved by her friends 
and neighbors and was a member of Emmaus Baptist Church.
	She is survived by her husband, four sons, two daughters, four brothers and one sister. 
Funeral services were held at Shady Grove cemetery near new Edinburg by the Rev. J.G. Murry of 
Thornton.

LOREENE BERRY
	Rye --Loreene, the fourteen year old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. L.C. Berry, died Thursday 
night, August 31, 1933, at 12 o'clock, following an illness of ten days.
	Loreene was a member of the Methodist church at Union. She was a sweet affectionate girl 
and was loved by all who knew her. She leaves to mourn her going her parents, four brothers, 
Johnnie, Floyd and Roland, all of Rye, Harvey and one sister Willie Mae Beaty of near Wilmar 
and a number of other relatives and friends.
	Her body was carried to Rock Springs Friday for burial. Funeral services were conducted 
in Rock Springs church by Rev. J.C. Williams, her pastor, Rev. J.B. Hoover being way from home.
	The pallbearers were: C.V. Ashcraft, J.B. Reep, O.M. Reep, Chester Tooke, B.C. Reynolds, 
all of Rye.

September 27, 1933
REV. R.E. STEEL DEAD
	Rev. R.E. Steel, superannuated Methodist minister died at his home at Camden Sunday 
after a long illness. Dr. Steel was well known here and was presiding elder of the Pine Bluff 
district at the time his health failed five years ago. He was buried in Pine Bluff Monday.

B.F. WATSON: FORMER CITIZEN DEAD
	News was received here last week of the death of B.F. Watson, which occurred at the 
State Confederate Home at Little Rock Monday, September 18. Mr. Watson lived here for several 
years following his marriage to Mrs. Henrietta Culpepper. They have lived at the Confederate 
Home for several years. He was 90 years old.

October 4, 1933
HAZEL HARPER
	Hazel Harper, 15 year old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Joe Harper of the Lehigh community, 
seven miles east of Rison, died at a Little Rock hospital Tuesday, September 26, following a 
goiter operation.
	She is survived by her parents, three brothers, Thomas, Wesley and Ernest Harper and two 
sisters, Geneva and Lilly Jo Harper. Funeral services were held at Mt. Zion church Wednesday 
afternoon by the Rev. Ben H. Walters pastor. Burial was in Mt. Zion cemetery.

October 25, 1933
INFANT GREEN
	The Infant son of Mr. and Mrs. Clint Green died at the home of its parents at Catherine's
 Place, north of Rison, Wednesday morning of last week. Interment was made in the Rowell 
cemetery. He is survived by his parents and a brother and sister.

November 1, 1933
NAITH JACOBS
	Macedonia-Naith Jacobs, aged 55, died Monday morning after two years of sickness. He 
had lived in this community nearly all his life and had a wide circle of friends. He joined 
the church at Macedonia 15 years ago and lived a Christian life. He leaves his wife, two sons, 
L.V. and James, and one daughter, Miss Doris, two sisters, Mrs. Pollie Rolie and Mrs. Emma 
Orton of Star City. He was buried at Macedonia cemetery Monday afternoon with funeral services 
conducted by Rev. A.A. Brown.

MILDRED PUCKETT
	Mildred Puckett, aged two years and seven months, died Monday morning at 5 o'clock 
following a three-week's illness. She is survived by her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Jewell Puckett, 
two sisters, Lucille and Inez and one brother, Homer; her grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. George 
Puckett and Mr. And Mrs. Samie Puckett. Interment was made in the Macedonia cemetery Monday 
afternoon with the Rev. A.A. Brown in charge.

ALVIN McCOY: CHILD DIES	
	Kingsland-Alvin, the 3-year-old son of Mr. and Mrs. Lummie McCoy of Los Angeles, 
California, died Sunday morning at the home of his grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. R.C. McCoy. 
Besides his parents and grandparents he is survived by two sisters and a brother. Funeral 
arrangements have not been completed pending the arrival of his father.

JAMES H. HUNTER, JR.
	James H. Hunter, Jr., aged 27, of Warren, who formerly resided at New Edinburg with 
his parents, Judge and Mrs. J.H. Hunter, died at a Little Rock hospital Monday morning. Young 
Hunter was employed in the testing department of the State Highway Department. He attended 
Arkansas College at Batesville for four years. 
	Besides his parents, he is survived by four sisters, Mrs. R.L. Newton and Mrs. H.E. 
Neely, both of Warren, Mrs. J.M. McLeod of Eudora, and Mrs. J.R. Bingham of New York.

November 8, 1933
CURTIS COOPER: NEGRO KILLED WHEN STRUCK BY LOG TRUCK	
	Curtis Cooper, Negro, of Grapevine was instantly killed Tuesday of last week when he 
fell underneath a heavily loaded log truck, which he was attempting to catch in front of Ross' 
store and service station near Grapevine. The truck was driven by Gene Wilson of near Rison 
and according to witnesses could not avoid the accident. The negro's foot caught in a wheel 
which pulled him underneath the truck.

MRS. LOIS COPE MASSEY	: FORMER RISON GIRL DIES IN MEMPHIS	
	Mrs. Lois Cope Massey, aged 29, wife of Claude D. Massey of Pine Bluff, who for many 
years made her home in Rison and graduated from the local high school, died at the Baptist 
Hospital in Memphis at 2:30 Tuesday morning following a long illness.
	In addition to her husband she is survived by two sisters, Mrs. Edna Waynick of Paducah, 
Ky., and Mrs. Rector Jones of this city, and a brother, J.B. Glover, of near here, also other 
relatives.
	She was a member of the Rison Baptist Church and had a large circle of friends here who 
had anxiously watched the outcome of her serious illness.
	Up to Wednesday morning funeral arrangements had not been completed pending the arrival 
of her body in Pine Bluff that morning from Memphis.

JESSIE D. HEFLIN DEAD	
	Jessie D. Heflin, aged 48 years, died at his home near New Home, this county, Tuesday. 
Interment was made today at Shady Grove cemetery. He is survived by his wife and several 
children. Funeral arrangements were under direction of Rufus T. Buie local undertaker.

November 15, 1933
ROY LUNSFORD: FARMER IS FOUND DEAD IN WAGON
	A jury empanelled by Coroner Carter B. Hartsell returned a verdict of death from unknown 
cause in the case of Roy Lunsford, aged 36, who was found dead by Heskiah Rutherford, a Negro, 
early Saturday night.
	Lunsford, who lived seven miles east of Rison on the Dixie Ranch farm, had started home 
from Rison in Rutherford's wagon. He had complained of being sick and had lain down in the 
wagon. On arriving at home the Negro took his mules from the wagon and went to the house for 
help to get Lunsford out of the wagon. When Rutherford returned Lunsford was dead.
	Lunsford is survived by his wife, four children two brothers, Grady and Leonard Lunsford 
of Rison.

M.C. BOWERMAN, 63, IS CALLED BY DEATH	
	Funeral services for M.C. Bowerman, aged 63, who died at 2:50 Friday morning in the 
Davis Hospital in Pine Bluff following an operation two weeks ago, were conducted from the 
Methodist church Saturday afternoon. Rev. M.E. Scott, pastor was in charge of the services, 
assisted by Rev. W.F. Warren, pastor of the Baptist Church. Interment was made in Greenwood 
cemetery in the family lot. 
	Mr. Bowerman is survived by his wife, four daughters, Mrs. Edith Beason, Rison; Mrs. 
Ethel Martin, Kingsland; Mrs. Freddie Trucks, New Edinburg, and Mrs. Eva Tucker, Rison; two 
step-sons, Ed McReynolds of Rison, and John McReynolds of Oklahoma; one brother, L.L. Bowerman, 
Danville; and two sisters, Mrs. R.L. Brewer, Heavener, Okla., and Mrs. Doshia Sinclair, 
Kingsland, and a number of grandchildren.
	Mack Cageman Bowerman was born Nov. 20, 1869, at Paducah, Ky., and came to Arkansas with 
his parents while a youth, locating in Yell county. He came to Rison, from Danville 20 years 
ago with his family, and has since made this his home. He was a member of the Methodist church 
for a long period of years.
	Mr. Bowerman since coming to the Rison territory has engaged in farming and carpenter 
work. He was held in high esteem by all who formed his acquaintance, being of a quiet and 
unassuming disposition. He had been in ill and failing health for some time.
	Pallbearers selected were:  Honorary - Dr. A. Hamilton, W.H. Glover, C.C. Bussey, Geo. 
H. Tolson, R.E. Quinn, John L. Sadler, Ray Morrison, Dr. A.B. Robertson, E.R. Maddox, I.E. 
Moore, W.L. Thomasson, J.W. Elrod, Guy M. Sadler and John W. Vandermark; Active: A.J.H. 
Hamilton, Jr., Craig Sadler, Van McKinney, Harry Thomasson, Bowie G. Reid and V.O. Thomasson.
	Funeral arrangements were under the direction of Rufus T. Buie, local undertaker.

E.H. GLOVER DEAD
	Star City-E.H. Glover, aged 85, died at the home of his daughter, Mrs. Jennie Majors at 
Cornerville Tuesday. Besides Mrs. Majors, he leaves another daughter, Mrs. Addie Brown of Rison
 and one son, Thos. Glover, Cornerville.

CHARLIE W. MOORE DEAD
	Emmaus-News has been received here of the death of Charlie W. Moore in Akron, Ohio. Mr. 
Moore once lived in the community.

MRS. F.G. MOSLEY DEAD	
	Funeral services for Mrs. F.G. Mosley were held Monday afternoon at the residence, the 
services being conducted by the Rev. J.C. Johnson. Mrs. Mosley, who died suddenly, had been a 
resident of Kingsland for some time.
	She is survived by one son, T.E. Mosley, of this place; two grandchildren, Jack Mosley 
and Mrs. Jeff Selmon; three great grandchildren, Bobby Avis and Jeanette Selmon, and Billy 
Jean Mosley.
	Burial was made in the Mosley cemetery near New Edinburg.
	The deceased was before her marriage to T.G. Mosley in 1878, Miss Martha Webb and was 
born November 21, 1855. Three children were  born to this union, two of whom having preceded 
their mother in death. In 1880 she became affiliated with the Baptist church at New Edinburg. 
Her membership being retained there until her death.

November 22, 1933
R.B. ASHCRAFT DEAD	
	News has been received here of the sudden death of R.B. Ashcraft at his home in Little 
Rock Sunday. Mr. Ashcraft's parents at one time resided in Whiteoak township and it was here 
he spent the early part of his life. He attended the Rison High School many years ago. He was 
ta times engaged in bank work at Altheimer and Little Rock.
	In addition to his mother, Mrs. W.F. Ashcraft of Pine Bluff, he is survived by his widow 
two brothers, Z.V. Ashcraft and E.L. Ashcraft, and a sister, Mrs. F.I. West, of Pine Bluff.
	Mr. Ashcraft was a member of the Baptist Church and a Shriner.
H.M. THURMAN: FORMER OFFICE HERE, DEAD
	H.M. Thurman, aged 54, died Monday at his home at Watson, Desha County, according to 
press reports. Mr. Thurman, known to his hundreds of Cleveland County friends as "Mack" was 
for a number of years a resident of Rison and Kingsland and served in various capacities as a 
peace officer. He had been in failing health for some time, the Herald is informed.
	Besides his widow, Mr. Thurman leave two daughters and four sons; a brother and seven 
sisters. Details of the funeral arrangements could not be learned.

C.W. MOORE, 65, DEAD	
	Emmaus-C.W. Moore, born in 1868, died November 8 in Akron, Ohio. He came to this county 
from Dallas in early life and spent the greater part of his life here. He united with Emmaus 
Baptist Church about 25 years ago where his membership remained until his death.
	Mr. Moore moved to Warren a few years ago where he lived until nearly a year ago when he 
and his wife moved to Akron where they made their home with Mr. and Mrs. Dillard Burks.
	Mr. Moore was married to Miss Emma Caroline Cotton November 19, 1891, who survives him. 
To this union were born eight children, six of whom survive, Mrs. Carl Martin and Mrs. Lewis 
Ballentine of this place, Mrs. Curtis Aycock of Ellisville, Mrs. Dillard Burks of Akron, Mrs. 
Jim Parrott and Horace Moore of Warren. He is also survived by a stepmother, Mrs. Lizzie Moore, 
of Dumas; four brothers, five sisters and 11 grandchildren.
	He was laid to rest in Moseley cemetery November 13 with Rev. J.G. Murry of Thornton 
conducting funeral services and O.V. Grice of Hebron conducting song services.
	The great bank of flowers which covered his grave and the host of people who gathered 
to pay last tribute to Mr. Moore bespeak the high esteem in which he was held by his many 
friends here and else where.

G.B. PARKER DEAD
	New Home-G.B. Parker, aged 73, died Saturday morning at 10 o'clock at his home in 
Whiteville township from an illness lasting two years. He was a native of Arkansas but had 
spent the past 10 years in New Mexico on account of the health of his daughter, Jewell Parker, 
who died two months ago. He returned to his home in this county about six weeks ago.
	He is survived by his widow, two sons, W.B. Parker of McGehee and W.L. Parker of New 
Mexico; two brothers, W.L. and S.W. Parker, both of Pine Bluff, and two sisters, Mrs. Mollie 
Ellington of Pine bluff and Mrs. Claudia Owens of Cornerville.
	Funeral services were held Saturday afternoon at 2:30 o'clock at New Home Church by Rev. 
Roy Sims. Burial was in New Home cemetery.
	Mr. parker was held in high esteem by his friends and neighbors, having been a life-long 
resident of this community except for a few years spent in New Mexico where he had gone for 
his daughter's health. He had been a member of New Home Church for many years.

MRS. LILLIE WOOLFORD DIES
	Kingsland-News was received here Saturday of the death of Mrs. Lillie Woolford, aged 55, 
of Tyler, Texas, in a Little Rock hospital that day. She was before her marriage Miss Lillie 
Marks, a daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Ed Marks of the Kingsland territory.
	Burial was in Arlington cemetery, El Dorado, Monday afternoon. She is survived by one 
daughter, the former Miss Sue Woolford, of Tyler, Texas.

December 13, 1933
C.B. HICKEY, PIONEER FORDYCE MAN, IS DEAD
	Cleveland County friends were greatly shocked and saddened to learn of the death of C.B. 
Hickey, aged 78, prominent business man of Fordyce, at his home in that city Thursday afternoon.
 Mr. Hickey was well and favorably known in Cleveland County. He had been identified with the 
churches, banks, school and mercantile interests of the Dallas County city over a long period 
of years and enjoyed a wide acquaintance. Interment was made in the Fordyce cemetery.
	Mr. Hickey was a native of Georgia and came with his parents to Arkansas when a child. 
Until young manhood he resided in the vicinity of New Edinburg.

MRS. TOM ORTON
	Warren-Mrs. Minnie Childs Orton, aged 78, died Wednesday of last week. She was a member 
of a well-known Bradley county family and life-long resident. She was married to Tom J. Orton 
at New Edinburg in 1904. She was a member of the Methodist Church. Besides her husband, she is 
survived by two sons and four step-children, seven grandchildren and five sisters and a brother.

MARY EMMA JOHNSON
	Woodlawn-Mary Emma Johnson, aged three months, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Lynn Johnson 
died at 12 o'clock Saturday at their home near Rison after a short illness. Funeral services 
were conducted by Rev. J.B. Hoover at the Methodist church at Center Sunday with interment in 
the Center Cemetery. She was her parents' only child.
	Funeral arrangements were under direction of Rufus T. Buie, Rison Funeral Director.

REV. TRAMMEL IS DEAD
	Macedonia (Lee twp)-News was received here of the death of John Trammell of Texas, a 
Free Will Baptist Minister, who formerly resided in this community and whose membership is 
with the Macedonia church. Dave Trammell of this place is a brother.

December 17, 1933
EDGAR BROACH:
DEPUTY DARBY'S ASSAILANT DIES: Edgar Broach Dies As Result Of Wounds Received in Gunplay.
	Twenty four hours after being shot in the abdomen by Deputy Sheriff Harry Darby at the 
officer's home in Kingsland, Edgar Broach, aged 28, of the Mt. Lebanon community, died in a 
Pine Bluff hospital late Wednesday afternoon.
	Darby shot Broach when he and two other men came to the officer's home and called him 
out. As soon as Darby appeared on the porch of his home he was fired on, it is said. The deputy
 sheriff returned the fire with a .44 caliber pistol. One of the bullets broke the barrel of 
Broach's gun. Broach's companions fled, leaving him on the ground. Their identity is known to 
officers.
	Early the night of the fatal shooting Broach is said to have assaulted another youth and 
while the officer was in the act of taking him to Rison to jail he escaped.
	Sheriff Ray Morrison was called immediately after the shooting. Medical attention was 
given the wounded man who was later removed to a Pine Bluff hospital in a Fordyce ambulance.
	Broach was said to have served a term in the penitentiary, having been sent up from 
Bradley county where he formerly lived.
	He is survived by his mother, who resides at Tillar, and three brothers.

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