Little Willie Aikin was born July 16, 1888, died September 15, 1891. Willie was a fine boy, in good health until a few days before his death, when he complained of hoarseness and choking. This becoming more severe, it was the work of but few days to end his sweet life. He was buried at the Baptist graveyard at this place.
Parents, your dear boy is gone, but you are not left without hope for the Savior of little children whom you serve has taken dear little Willie to Heaven where there is no pain or disease. Press on and when your pilgrimage is done, god will doubtless send him to accompany you to your eternal rest to dwell with your lost and own. None knew little Willie but to love him. C.L.R.
Middle Ga. Argus - Week of October 20, 1891
Mr. Walter Andrews, after a long confinement died at the home of his son in law Mr. J. B. Evans, on Saturday morning and his remains were laid to rest in Towaliga Cemetery at 3 o'clock on Sunday. Rev. J. T. Kimbell his lifelong friend and pastor conducting the funeral, Mr. Andrews had lived in this county we might say, all his life and a more honored and a highly respected and Christian citizen never made his home within our borders. He was in his 82nd year and leaves a wife and but one child behind. He has been called to his reward and his works will live after him.
Middle Ga. Argus - Week of April 14, 1893
David Arnold of Oglethorpe County is dead. His family lives in Butts.
Middle Ga. Argus - Week of September 7, 1882
Cardwell Piece Askew, infant son of Rev. and Mrs. J. S. Askew, age 9 months died at Jenkinsburg on the 27th inst. Little Cardwell was an intelligent and beautiful child. It is in this case, as indeed it always seems, the sweetest, fairest and most cherished must become the victim. "Death loves a shinning mark," was literally illustrated in this case. We can only point the bereaved parents and loved ones to Him, who has said: "All things shall work together for good to them who love God." He is not dead, but sleepeth.
W. T. Bell
Middle Ga. Argus - Week of March 29, 1894
Griffin, Ga. - June 14
This morning at 3:30 o'clock Col. D. J. Bailey breathed his last at his residence on Meriwether Street, after being confined to his bed for about eight years.
Col. Bailey was one of the most prominent men in this section and before the war was a member of congress, representing this district. He has also represented Butts County in the general assembly of the state and was a member of the secession convention.
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Col. Bailey was a citizen of Butts County in his youth and early manhood. Here it was he imbibed the good principles, which distinguished him in after life. He joined the Masons here at Jackson in the 40's and though he moved away he kept his membership here and was at the time of his death a member of the old St. Johns lodge.
His many friends in this county will ever hold in highest esteem his worthy name.
Died in Jackson, on Sunday morning, June 1st, after a long and truly painful illness, Kate, youngest daughter of Col. D. J. and Susan M. Bailey, age 2 years and 6 months. The disease seemed to be of a complicated nature and well calculated to baffle the skill of the most experienced; but still hopes of her recovery was entertained until a few days prior to her death
It is our painful duty to announce the death of a most highly esteemed and beloved ladies of our county. Miss Matt Ball an exemplary Christian, a zealous worker in the cause of temperance, a perfect lady, and one who lived for the good of humanity and the service of God, was stricken down the typhoid fever, and on Sunday evening last succumbed to the dread monster and passed "over the river" to rest. May her rest be as sweet as her life was beautiful and may the bereaved ones emulate her goodness and virtues and meet her under the shade of the trees beyond the dark river.
Middle Ga. Argus - Week of October 13, 1881
Prof. Gus Bankston
Our people will be grieved to learn that Mr. Henry Bankston was called to the burial of his brother Wednesday, Prof. Gus Bankston. He was well known in our county, and his death was very sudden and therefore the more shocking to his friends.
Middle Ga. Argus - Week of June 7, 1894
Little Ruth, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Percival Bankston, died last week of brain fever. She was indeed a loving child and seemed to be verging into the tracks of her for whom she was named-Ruth, the beautiful and constant Bible picture. We have often thought that the Bible meant just such beautiful, perfect, short lives as was hers when it says we might be entertaining Angels unaware. Though we should not, yet it is human to grieve after such sweet little ones. Our community tenders sympathy to these bereaved parents.
Mr. George Barber, an aged and prominent citizen of this county, died at his home near Iron Springs on Wednesday, and was buried with Masonic honors on Thursday having been a member of Jackson Lodge for many years.
Middle Ga. Argus - Week of July 30, 1883
Jeanette Barber, daughter of one of our colored citizens, died last Friday. She left three little children fatherless and motherless to the care of her colored friends. They should remember the orphan.
Middle Ga. Argus - Week of May 5, 1883
It is our sad task to again make mention of the death of one of Butts County's aged and highly esteemed citizens, Mr. John Barnes, who died at Worthville on Tuesday. Mr. Barnes leaves a large family of children and a number of grand children including a large circle of friends, to mourn his death. We extend our sympathies to the family in this their sore bereavement, for only a few day have flown by on the fleeting wing of time since the new made grave in the family burial ground was prepared for Mrs. Barnes, the wife of the deceased.
Middle Ga. Argus - December 15, 1883
Mrs. John Barnes
On Wednesday of this week, Mr. John Barnes who resides near Worthville, left his wife at the house as usual while he went out into his plantation to work, and on returning she was absent, a diligent search by the neighbors who were excited over the mysterial disappearance of the lady was made, she was found three hundred yards from the dwelling where she went during the day to gather vegetables, it being 10 o'clock at night when she was found lifeless, having died from disease of the heart. How sad!! The young and old too, must die.
Middle Ga. Argus - Week of September 22, 1883
Sister Elisabeth Bell, of Patillo, Ga. departed this life after many months of suffering, Wednesday evening, December 6th 1893. Sister Bell bore her afflictions with unusual fortitude, was apprised of her short stay on earth for several weeks, but often spoke of her perfect resignation to the will of the good Lord.
She was converted in 1860, and joined the Primitive Baptist church, of which she has been a consistent member and a pillar of the church. At one time she and one more sister composed the membership of Beulah church. Her funeral was preached by Elder W. T. Goddard at the cemetery. Using the 8th verse of the 14th chapter of Mark, "She hath done what she could."
Never were her words more suitable, or more completely applied to the subject. She was indeed a Christian. A Christian wife, who lead her husband to church, a christian mother, who led her children to God, a Christian neighbor, who influenced her neighbors to a better life, and a Christian citizen, who made the world better by having lived in it. In a letter she wrote to the Towaliga Messenger and died before it was printed she used the following, after having told her experience of grace she closed with these words: "I hope I will be ready when I am called away."
Possibly no husband, children, grand children, neighbors, or church ever lost more in the death of any one, than those who lost dear Sister Bell, but let us all thank God and take courage for our loss is only an earthly one, while in exchange hers is a heavenly and an eternal gain.
Middle Ga. Argus - Week of February 15, 1894
Mrs. Fannie Bell
Mrs. Fannie Bell, daughter of Mr. John T. Thaxton, of this county, died on Thursday and was buried at Towaliga on Saturday, Elder W. T. Goddard conducting the funeral. We extend sympathies.
Middle Ga. Argus - Week of December 23, 1890
Uncle Lee Bledsoe, an old Negro was found dead in his bed in Peppertown on Friday night. The coroner investigated the case and found that he died of heart disease.
Middle Ga. Argus - Week of July 20, 1893
W. M. Bledsoe
It was sad to chronicle the death of Mr. W. M. Bledsoe, which occurred on Saturday. He was buried at Macedonia Cemetery.
Middle Ga. Argus - Week of April 7, 1893
A. C. Bickers
A deep shadow of gloom has been thrown over our town this week caused by the death of one of our prominent citizens: Mr. A. T. Bickers. His death was a greater shock to our citizens than it would have been had he been confined to his bed or several days; but no one apprehended the fatal results many hours before it occurred, as he only took to his bed Friday and died Tuesday night with Pneumonia. So short was his term of suffering, his features did not look the least ematiated after dissolution. It looked more like burying a liver being as we looked upon his familiar from lying cold in death. Although 67 winters had passed over him, he retained almost the full vigor of manhood. He had just entered into a prosperous and paying business at this place, and no citizen in the new town had more faith in the future of the place. He was a member of the Missionary Church, and his membership with Bethel church in Jasper County. The bereaved family has the heartfelt sympathy of all our citizens in this sad bereavement. We would admonish the bereaved ones to so live as to meet him.
Middle Ga. Argus - Week of February 12, 1884
M. M. Bond
Mr. M. M. Bond, who was traveling agent for the clothing firm of Mack, Stodler & Company, of Cincinnati, died at the Dempsey House on Tuesday night. His death was very unexpected, as he was fine looking and seemingly in a state of health. His remains were forwarded in the care of Mr. J. E. Bankston to Lebenon, Tennessee, where his family reside, with the exception of a son, 17 years of age, who is in the University of Ga.
Middle Ga. Argus - Week of October 20, 1883
Mrs. Leila Boon
Mrs. Leila Boon, wife of our esteemed fellow townsman, J. F. Boon died on Friday night after a lingering illness caused from consumption. Her remains were laid to rest on Saturday afternoon from the Baptist Church, Rev. J. H. Eaker conducting the funeral. Tis sad to know that one so young and a sweet, loving, devoted wife should be torn from an affectionate husband, but we must submit to him who is too wise to err and who is too good to be u kind. Mrs. Boon was in her 19th year. All the bereaved ones have our sympathies.
Middle Ga. Argus - Week of August 25, 1891
Mrs. Brewer
Mrs. Brewer, an aged lady from Alabama who was visiting her sister, Mrs. Martha Duke of this place died on Wednesday evening at 7 o'clock. Funeral will be at the Baptist Church on Thursday and burial in the City cemetery.
Middle Ga. Argus - Week of October 6, 1883
Mr. Charlie Britton, a young married man about twenty three years and who lived a few miles west of town died on Friday after a short confinement with consumption. He leaves a young wife and many friends and relatives to mourn his untimely demise.
Middle Ga. Argus - Week of April 29, 1892
On last Sunday morning Lee Brooks was lying dead in his bed. He had been complaining for several days, but noting serious was contemplated until the above event. The doctors themselves were mistaken but he realized his condition and told his little brother he would die before day, but not to tell the family and disturb them, seeming perfectly reconciled. This brother was by him when he died.
Lee was one of the best young colored men in Georgia. When young and living on the farm of Dr. Mays he got the sympathy of the Doctor by his studious habits, and truthfulness, who carried him to the Atlanta University, where he graduated and he was holding first grade teachers license when he died. He has paid Dr. Mays back all the money loaned to him to enable him to complete his education. Lee had no enemies and Dr. Mays has never had cause to regret the interest taken in him.
Middle Ga. Argus - Week of February 17, 1893
W. B. Browning
One of the saddest deaths that has occurred here in quite a while was that of Mr. W. B. Browning, the book-keeper of the Star Store. Mr. Browning was a fine business man and for several years was connected with the Macon Grocery Store, and the Star Store people learning of his superior worth secured him on the __________, and on the 10th he was taken with inflammation of the stomach and died on the 14th at the Morrison House. His death was deeply deplored by all our people, and all the stores were closed to attend his burial. His remains were interred in the Jackson Cemetery on Monday.
Middle Ga. Argus - Week of August 17, 1893
See Dr. J. H. Bryans
It becomes our sad duty today to announce the death of Dr. J. H. Bryans occurred at his home in Indian Springs at 9 o'clock on Wednesday night of heart failure after a sickness of a few days. His remains will be laid to rest at Sharon, Henry County today. Dr. Bryans had long been one of our best citizens and one of the leading physicians of Middle Georgia and his death will surely be regretted.
Middle Ga. Argus - Week of May 20, 1892
Mrs. Bryans Death
We regret to announce the death of Mrs. R. G. Byars which sad event occurred at the residence of her husband in this city on Tuesday, December 21,1893. Mrs. Bryans had been in falling health for several years, but her death was a surprise to her many friends sad acquaintances, as she was of a very hopeful disposition, and her friends were of the opinion that she would outlive the illness which had cast such a palor upon her life.
Mrs. Bryans was the only surviving daughter of Mrs. E. O. Huron (Hudson), and was of a loving and charitable disposition, possessing all the christin qualities of a fond and loving wife, and a gentle and affectionate mother.
She leaves a husband, three children, and mother and brother, along with every acquaintance she has made through life, to mourn her departure.
Her remains were interred in the family lot in the cemetery at this place on Friday evening.
Middle Ga. Argus - Week of January 4, 1894
R. G. Byars, Jr.
Mr. R. G. Byars, Jr., died at his home near Cedar Rock church on Friday night, after an illness of a few days. He was taken with a congestive chill on Tuesday and never recovered consciousness any more. His remains were interred on Sunday at the family burying ground near the residence of Mr. E. P. Watkins, under the ceremonies of the farmers alliance of which he was an honored member at Cedar Rock sub-alliance.
Middle Ga. Argus - Week of April 14, 1891
On Tuesday morning at 3:30 o'clock Mr. Asa Buttrill quietly breathed his last. A few months ago he was in his usual health and vigor but almost suddenly his whole system began to give way and without a minute's sickness he gradually sank away into the sleep of death.
Mr. Buttrill was born near Monticello Georgia on June 27th, 1810 and moved to this county in 24 (guess they meant 1824) and has lived within two miles of Jackson ever since. He united with the Methodist church here in 1845 and has lived a life of a devoted Christian and died without a single fear of his future. His remains were buried from his residence on Wednesday at 10 o'clock. Rev. J. H. Eakes conducted the funeral
Middle Ga. Argus - Week of April 28, 1893
Mrs. Nancy Campbell
Mrs. Nancy Campbell, a lady in her eighty third year, died at the home of her son-in-law, Mr. LeRoy McMichael, on Thursday morning after an illness of only one day. She was well known to many of our readers and leaves a number of children and grand children to mourn her departure. Her remains were laid away in Towaliga cemetery on Friday after a funeral by Rev. J. T. Kimbell, Truly "a mother in Israel" has past away.
Middle Ga. Argus - November 17, 1891
It becomes our painful duty to announce the sudden death of one of our most highly esteemed and dearly beloved fellow citizens, Mr. Carter Carmichael, which occurred in Jackson on Saturday evening last, at about 2 o´clock. Mr. C. had just rode into town and dismounted from his horse, near Mr. Duke´s store, and while closing his umbrella, fell backwards and expired without uttering a word.
His death is supposed to have caused by dropsy of the heart. His death is universally lamented as he was highly esteemed by all who knew him.
Middle Ga. Argus – May 12, 1881
The saddest death that has occurred in along while was that of little Carter Carmichael, twelve year old son of Mrs. Rose Carmichael, on yesterday morning. He died from the effects of congestion of the brain, after but two days' illness. His remains will be interred in the Jackson cemetery today
Middle Ga. Argus - Week of September 7, 1893
In early "ere decay's effacing fingers had marked the lines where beauty lingers" and all animate nature seemed to revel in the joy of existence, death came to one of our best loved homes and claimed a his victim the youngest and fondest of it inmates.
Carter Carmichael, the youngest child of Mrs. Rose Carmichael, was born in Butts County February 19, 1881, and died on September 8, 1893.
This the brief record of a young life, which closed its earthly relation in our midst so recently, and saddened inexpressively the circle of his friends and relatives. The youngest of an affectionate family, he had endeared himself to the ……..etc.
Middle Ga. Argus - Week of November 2, 1893
H. W. Carmichael
There was no business transacted in the County Court on Monday owing to the death of Mr. H. W. Carmichael, the father of Judge Carmichael, which occurred on the 16th inst.
Middle Ga. Argus - Week of September 22, 1883
Mr. H. W. Carmichael
The death of Mr. H. W. Carmichael, who has been in a bad health for several years past, occurred on Sunday last at his residence in Towaliga district. He was one of the old land marks of Butts County, having been a citizen since his early manhood. He was a true Christian gentleman, having been a member of the Presbyterian church for many years. At the time of his death he was 75 years of age. He leaves a widow and six children besides a large number of friends, to mourn his death.
Middle Ga. Argus - Week of September 22, 1883
Through the negligence of our printer, we failed to mention the death of Mr. James Carmichael of Henry County on Friday of Christmas and buried in the Presbyterian Cemetery at Towaliga in this county on Sunday following. Mr. Carmichael was an uncle of the Ordinary of this county, and was in his eighty first year at the time of his death.
Middle Ga. Argus - Week of January 12, 1884
Mrs. Carr
Mrs. Carr, the mother of Mrs. J. H. McCallum of this place, died in Worthville on Wednesday evening, after a long illness. She was in her 89th year and had long been one of Buts very best citizens and truest christian woman. Her remains were laid to rest at the Worthville cemetery on yesterday, Rev. J. T. Kimbell conducting the funeral
Middle Ga. Argus - Week of March 245, 1893
>Geo. Carson's Wife Dead
Geo. Carson's wife at Indian Spring dropped dead last Saturday at noon from apoplexy. She had just come in from the field when she fell dead.
Jackson Argus - Week of December 3, 1896
Thomas J. Carson
Mr. Thomas J. Carson, father of Mr. Ponie Carson and Mrs. H. C. Thaxton died after a brief illness at the home of Mr. H. C. Thaxton, on Wednesday of last week. He was the oldest man in the county, lacking a few days of being eighty-nine years old. His remains were laid away at Sandy Creek on Friday after a funeral by Rev. J. G. Kimbell.
Middle Ga. Argus - Week of March 15 1892
F. S. Cater, Dead
It is with much regret we learn of the death of Mr. F.S. Cater, former cashier Jackson Banking Company, who died at his home in Macon last Thursday. Mr. Cater lived in our midst about 16 months, and by his upright walk and his loyal, Christian life won the esteem, confidence and love of the entire community. We but voice the sentiment of all our people in extending our sympathy to the bereaved family
Jackson Argus - Week of June 25, 1897
Mrs. Priscilla Carter
The Argus learns with regret of the death of Mrs. Priscilla Carter, an aged and respected lady, living near Peeksville in Henry County.
Her death occurred last Sunday at the home of one of her sons.
Mrs. Carter was the mother of a number of splendid boys - the youngest of whom is ex-Tax Collector W. L. Carter of Worthville.
The Argus tenders sympathy to the bereaved relatives.
Jackson Argus - Week of June 25, 1897
E. P. Catchings
On Saturday at 12 o'clock the spirit of Col. E. P. Catchings took his everlasting flight after he had suffered many months from a terrible cancer of his face. His remains were laid to rest by the brethren of the Masonic Fraternity at two o'clock on Sunday from the M. E. Church after a funeral conducted by Revs. J. H. Eakes and J. W. Burke
Middle Ga. Argus Week of January 20, 1893
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MEMORIAM
To the Master Wardens and Members of St. Johns Lodge No. 45 F. & A. M.
Our brother, Colonel E. P. Catchings, who departed life January 14,1893. He came to our Lodge in 1882. A copy being given to his mother, she being the only surviving member of his immediate family
No further genealogy information in the Memoriam.
Middle Ga. Argus - Week of January 20, 1893
J. E. Childs
It is with sincere regrets that we make the announcement of the death of Mr. J. E. Childs of Jenkinsburg on Tuesday night. He had been suffering for several months with diphtheria and no medicine would give him relief. He was a strict member of the Baptist church.
Middle Ga. Argus - Week of December 16,1890
W. F. Clark - Dead
Mr. Frank Clark, an old and highly respected citizen, living two miles south of town, departed this life on Wednesday at 12 o'clock. Truly it can be said that a good man is gone. He had passed his seventy sixth birthday and had spent all his days in the community where he died. In 1836 he united with the Baptist church and lived all these years a consistent follower of his Master. He has also long been a devoted member of St. John's Lodge of Masons, and was laid to rest by his brothers of the Mystic. He leaves a wife and three daughters who have our sympathy.
Middle Ga. Argus - Week of October 13, 1891
Mrs. Susie F. Cleveland - Memoriam
Died at Indian Spring. October 19th, Mrs. Susie F. Cleveland. Truly did she die in the beauty of holiness. A pure consecrated Christian she had lived and died a holy resigned death. She had been an invalid for several months and never was a murmur of dissatisfied expression heard to escape her lips, but perfect resignation to her Master's will. She was interested in every good cause and foremost in deeds of charity and church work. In the ladies prayer meetings she was a faithfully worker, and many of her church members will ever remember the low soft voice as she pleaded at the throne of grace that others might be brought to salvation. She was so earnest and so consecrated. Such a Christian life and example is a lasting heritage to her family, church and community.
A Friend.
Middle Ga. Argus - October 27, 1891
John Coleman
John Coleman, aged citizen of Monroe county died on Tuesday last.
Middle Ga. Argus - Week of October 20, 1881
Mrs. B. A Collier
The remains of Mrs. B. A. Collier reached Indian Springs on Monday night and will be buried at the Indian Springs Cemetery.
Middle Ga. Argus - Week of October 27, 1891
B. W. Collier
Sweetly and apparently without pain the gentle spirit of Mr. B. W. Collier passed from earth to Heaven Saturday night, Oct. 13, at his home at Indian Spring. His last day on earth was a perfect day and a very happy one to him. He was unusually bright and cheerful and spoke of the many reasons he had for gratitude and thanksgiving. He was busy during the day attending church, and looking after the finances of the church, and the comfort of his pastor. He retired in his usual health about 9 o'clock. Soon after retiring, paralysis of the brain attacked him, and in an hour his soul was in Heaven. He leaves a devoted wife, six sons and three daughters, besides several grandchildren who all love and reverence his memory. No children were ever more devoted to a parent than were his, and if any differences ever arose, his wide council always prevailed. He was truly a peacemaker. He used his life for others, thinking little of himself. His children were all present at the funeral except three who have homes in the far west.
Four sons and two grandsons acted as pallbearers. He was followed to the grave by a large number of mourning friends, where he was buried with Masonic honors, the funeral having been preached by Rev. Mr. Hurst, a student of Mercer and pastor of the Baptist church at Indian Spring. Mr. Collier was for many years before the war well known all over Georgia as the proprietor of the celebrated McIntosh House, which was destroyed by fire about fourteen years ago. Since which time he has lived in retirement, surrounded by his devoted family and always tenderly cared for by them and their saintly mother.
Visitors to the now famous Wigwam presided over by sons of Mr. Collier, never failed to seek out the genial and venerable patriarch, who was always delighted to talk of the former glory of Indian spring and of the virtues of the water. No man was better posted in the history of Georgia, and he numbered among his acquaintances and friends many of her most illustrious sons and daughters. His cordial greeting and pleasant smile will be long missed by the visitors to the Spring and many will doubtless feel that much of the charm of the place has vanished with him. The beauty of his Christian character shows more resplendently in his own home and in his own family.
Those who by marriage or otherwise were members of his family, always received the tenderest consideration. The writer can give cardinal testimony to this fact, after a membership in the family extending over more than a quarter of a century.
Middle Ga. Argus - Week of September 6, 1894
James Collins
Mr. James Collins, whom every body in Butts knew, died at his home six miles west of Jackson on yesterday. He had been confined to his bed for sometime with a liver trouble, which was the cause of his death. His remains will be buried today at the Fellowship cemetery.
Middle Ga. Argus - February 17, 1893
Sarah Collins
Mrs. Sarah Collins of this county died at her son-in-law's, Mr. Thomas Shaw, in Henry County one day last week. She was a highly esteemed lady and loved by all who knew her.
Middle Ga. Argus - Week of December 3, 1890
Thos. W. Coody
It is with regret that we are called upon to chronicle the death of Mr. Thos. W. Coody, which occurred at his home in Lampasas County, Texas, a few days ago. Mr. Coody was well known in Butts County, having been raised here, and only about two years ago he and his father-in-law Mr. William Aikers, moved to the Lone Star State. This is another striking illustration of the fact that in the "midst of life we are in death," for Mr. Coody was one of as stout and healthy men as ever lived in this county, and was only sick but a few days previous to his death. He leaves a large circle of friends and relatives to mourn his untimely death. We extend our deepest sympathies to this bereaved wife and children.
Middle Ga. Argus - February 22, 1883
Betsy Cook
We are sorry to announce the death of Mrs. Betsy Cook, a respected and beloved lady of Henry County, who died one week since.
Middle Ga. Argus - Week of March 1, 1894
Mary Collins
The death of Mrs. Mary G. Collins which occurred last Friday removed from our county one of its best women. Mrs. Collins went out to milk last Friday evening and was stricken with paralysis and died soon afterwards. She was buried at Fellowship church.
Her children are among our best citizens. Mrs. Collins was the widow of J. A. Collins, and she was beloved and respected by all her neighbors.
The Argus tenders its condolence to the relatives of this good woman.
Jackson Argus - June 6, 1897
Miss Ermine Cotton
A Tribute of Respect to Miss Ermine Cotton, DECEASED.
No genealogical information other than she was a member of the Methodist Church.
Middle Ga. Argus - Week of October 14, 1892
Harrold Marks Crawford
Harrold Marks Crawford, the infant son of J. M. and Annie E. Crawford, died at the home of his parents Sunday morning, March 11, 1894. He was born April 15, 1893, being not quite one year old. He was a bright interesting child, and the pet of the home, and filled a large place in the heart of each member of a devoted family. The many friends of Mr. and Mrs. Crawford deeply sympathize with them in the loss of their dear little baby boy.
Middle Ga. Argus - week of March 29, 1894
Mr. Stawder Crawford
We regret to chronicle the death of Mr. Stawder Crawford of Towaliga Community one day last week.
Middle Ga. Argus - Week of June 2, 1883
John L. Crawley
John L. Crawley, one of Jackson's best young men, died at his home here last Wednesday morning and was buried at the city cemetery yesterday morning.
The funeral sermon was preached at the M. E. church by Rev. J. M. Bowden, the pastor of the deceased. It was a good sermon and visibly affected the large audience.
Mr. Crawley was a noble, Christian young man and his wife and children are entitled to the tenderest sympathy of the people. Other relatives he had who were near and ear and they, too, are heart broken and sad.
The Argus offers its condolence to the bereaved family in the loss of so noble a member.
Jackson Argus - Week of July 30, 1897
Mrs. Mahalah C. Crumbley
Death, the last enemy of the human race, has again visited the home of our esteemed brother, H. A. Crumbley, and claimed as its victim his loved companion.
After a lingering illness in which she suffered much, Mrs. Mahalah C. Crumbley, on the night of 13th May, 1893, took her exit from time to eternity
She joined the Phillippi Baptist Church in her sixteenth year. Was baptized by Rev. Laucy Duffey (who was then pastor) and lived a consistent devoted Christian life to the day of her death, a period of thirty two years.
She was a loving and devoted wife, a kind and affectionate stepmother, and always bore her part of the burdens of life cheerfully and willingly.
No additional genealogical information in this Memoriam.
B. B. Strickland
Middle Ga. Argus - Week of June 16, 1893
William Curry
William Curry, aged and respected citizen of this county died last Monday was an uncle of ex sheriff Curry.
Middle Ga. Argus - Week of July 20, 1882
Mrs. B. T. Deason
Mrs. B. T. Deason, a lady living a few miles north of town died on Sunday night. She leaves a devoted husband and several children, one only a few days old. Mr. Deason and his family have our sympathies in this their sad loss.
Middle Ga. Argus - Week of November 4, 1892
David Duke - Child
David Duke lost a sweet little child last week. It died of cholera infantum and was buried at Macedonia on Sunday.
Jackson Progress - Butts County
Week of May 7, 1897
Mrs. Edmond Duke
It becomes our sad duty to announce the death of Mrs. Edmond Duke, on Tuesday morning, after a long siege of typhoid fever. Only a short time ago she lost a daughter, and on returning from her burial took bed and never recovered. The husband and three little ones have our sympathy.
Middle Ga. Argus - Week of August 31, 1893
Miss Minnie Duke
Another sad death was that of Miss Minnie Duke, the fifteen-year-old daughter of Mr. Edmond Duke, three miles south of town. Her death was caused by typhoid fever after several weeks of confinement. She was a bright, beautiful young lady and before her sickness she was the very picture of health and young womanhood.
Middle Ga. Argus - Week of July 20, 1893
Oliver Duke
Pained to chronicle the death of the little 2 year old child of Mr. and Mrs. Oliver Duke which occurred last Saturday.
Jackson Argus - Week of June 11, 1897
N. N. Edge Dead
The many friends of N. N. Edge formerly of Indian Springs, will regret to learn of his death which occurred three weeks ago at the home of his son in Atlanta. We have failed to learn the exact time of his demise or the immediate cause of the same.
It is not amiss in this connection to state that this paper was started by, and run for several years, this gentleman and his son, and to the day of his death he loved the paper and was proud of its success. Mr. Edge was a good man, a learned minister of the gospel and was for many years a pastor of Indian Springs Baptist Church.
Middle Ga. Argus - Week of February 3, 1893
Sol Edge
Old colored gentleman known as Sol Edge and who was the long time servant of Rev. N. N. Edge died suddenly at the Spring on Tuesday.
Middle Ga. Argus - Week of September 7, 1882
Tom Ellis
On Thursday, Mr. Tom Ellis died from what is called the galloping consumption. His remains were buried from the M. E. Church on Friday at 3 o'clock, after funeral services by Rev. J. H. Eakes
Middle Ga. Argus - Week of January 20, 1893
Miss Susan Etheredge
At the residence of Mr. H. N. Byars in Jackson, on Friday evening last, Miss Susan Etheredge, after one week's illness with typhoid fever. Miss Susan was one of those good ladies whom everybody loved that knew her, and a deep sigh of regret ran through the entire community upon the announcement of her death, which was the first intimation, to many of her friends, of her illness, and many were the sad expressions of regret at her almost sudden taking off, but as he who does all things well, desired to call her nearer to him, tis well, that one so pure and noble, should be spared the long suffering and pain usually allotted to those who fall victim to that fearful disease. To the bereaved ones we can only say emulate her virtues and goodness in this life, so that when the swift revolving wheels of time, brings you up to the trying ordeal of death, you, like her, can look back over a well spent life, and contemplate a peaceful rest in death, and a life of eternal happiness beyond the judgment.
Middle Ga. Argus - Week of July 21, 1881
Mrs. John M. Fears
Mrs. John M. Fears of our county died on Sunday night last.
Middle Ga. Argus - Week of December 21, 1882
W. H. Fears
On Thursday evening last our town was made sad by a telegram to Mr. E. P. Fears announcing the sudden death of his son W. H. Fears familiarly known here as Dump Fears, his death, occurred in Macon on the night previous, of heart disease. He had been employed in that city a few days previous to his death. None of his friends knew of his illness until his untimely death was announced, and to make it the more hard for his father, the news came while he was watching around the sick bed of his daughter, Mrs. Terrell, whose death was hourly expected, her condition was so critical it was not considered prudent to break the sad news to her. Dump was brought to town and buried in the village cemetery on Saturday evening last.
Middle Ga. Argus - Week of November 24, 1881
Judge John Floyd
Judge John Floyd died at his home in Covington on Sunday night, 11st inst. Age 74 years.
Middle Ga. Argus - Week of March 17, 1883
Mrs. William Fletcher
Mrs. Fletcher nee Harkness, wife of our friend William Fletcher was buried in Jackson last Saturday. She fell a victim of fatal destroyer consumption.
Middle Ga. Argus - Week of November 24, 1881
Mrs. John Flynt
It becomes our sad duty to mention the death of Mrs. John Flynt, which occurred of a long illness on Sunday morning. She was one of Butts County's best and most noble ladies and her many friends will regret to hear of her demise. Her remains were entered at Providence on Monday.
Middle Ga. Argus - Week of November 25, 1892
Dick Foster - Killed
We learn that Dick Foster, a Butts county Negro strayed over into Henry county Tuesday night to a "stracted meetin,"(?) and on his way home took an other negroe's wife in the buggy with him. He encountered the husband of the woman near the residence of Dr. Langston and was shot to death.
Jackson Argus - July 30, 1897
Fretwell
A little infant of Mr. G. R. Fretwell died on Wednesday night and was laid to rest in the city cemetery on Thursday.
Middle Ga. Argus - Week of November 18, 1890
G. R. Fretwell
The immortal spirit of Mr. G. R. Fretwell took its everlasting flight to the great beyond on yesterday at 8 o'clock in the morning. He had long suffered from that dreaded disease consumption, from which he died. His remains will be laid away in the Jackson cemetery today after funeral services at the Methodist church, Rev J. H. Eakes conducting the services. Our sympathies are extended to the bereaved ones.
Middle Ga. Argus - Week of March 31, 1891
Judge Farish Furman
Judge Farish Furman the well known intensive and successful planter died at his home near Milledgeville on Friday last.
Middle Ga. Argus - September 29, 1883
Mrs. Gibson
We are sorry to chronicle the death of Mrs. Gibson, mother of J. W. Gibson of Flovilla. An aged lady and her death was not unexpected.
Middle Ga. Argus - Week of May 24, 1894
Mrs. John W. Gibson
Mrs. John W. Gibson died on Monday morning at 8 o'clock after a brief illness of only a few days, and will be buried today at Indian Springs cemetery.
Middle Ga. Argus - Week of October 27, 1891
Mrs. Ned Giles
We are pained to announce the death of Mrs. Ned Giles, which occurred on Monday night last, after long and lingering suffering.
She was a most estimable lady, filling all the relation of life, that could be filled by a devoted wife and mother, and no one but the bereaved husband and children can realize what an irreparable loss they have sustained. We tender them our most heartfelt sympathy, in this, their sad bereavement.
Middle Ga. Argus - Week of June 19, 1882
Humphries Gilmore
Mr. Humphries Gilmore, father of Judge R. F. Gilmore of this county died in Opelika, Ala. last week and was buried in the cemetery here.
Middle Ga. Argus - Week of May 12, 1883
R. F. Gilmore
IN MEMORIAM
To the Master, Wardens and Members of St. John's Lodge No. 45 F. & A. M.:
Again death has invaded our sanctum and removed there from one of our brothers.
He was called home after 72 years of labor in vineyard of the Lord.
No other genealogical information in a long article.
Middle Ga. Argus - Week of June 2, 1893
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Mr. R. F. Gilmore, a gentleman well known to our readers died at his home on Benton Street on Saturday at 11 o'clock after a lingering illness caused from the La Grippe, more than a year ago. Mr. Gilmore was one of our very best citizens and was a christian gentleman. What more can be said of any one?
His remains were laid to rest in the city cemetery on Saturday at 4 o'clock by his brethren of the St. John's Lodge F. & A. M., after a funeral at the Methodist church by Rev. Dock Hansford of Monroe County
Middle Ga. Argus - Week of June 2, 1893
Thomas Glissom
We regret to learn of the death of Mr. Thomas Glissom, which sad event occurred at the residence of Mr. Jud Roberts at Worthville, this morning (Thursday.) Mr. Grissom was a young man of exemplary character, and was highly esteemed by all who knew him. The sympathies of the Argus are extended to his relatives in their sad bereavement.
Middle Ga. Argus - week of May 31, 1894
Toomie Goggans
Little Toomie, the oldest child of Mr. and Mrs. J. M. Googans, died on Saturday after only a short spell of croup. She was a sweet little four year-old, and it was almost heart breaking to the fond and loving parents to give her up. Funeral services were held at the Baptist Church at 8 a.m. Sunday morning, by Pastor Carter, after which the remains were conveyed to Cabaniss for interment.
Middle Ga. Argus - Week of September 28, 1893
Gord/Gordon
Robert W. Gord the efficient tax receiver of this county died Saturday night the 29th of July. Mr. Gordon had long been afflicted with that much dreaded disease, consumption and his death was not unlooked for by his friends.
Note: this name is spelled Gord and Gordon in the article.
Middle Ga. Argus - Week of August 3, 1882
Mr. D. M. Grant
Mr. D. M. Grant died last Sunday and was buried at Fellowship church on Monday, Rev. Harrison Jones conducting the funeral services. Mr. Grant had been a sufferer from droopsy for some time. He was about 75 years of age and hardly anything is too good to be said of his exemplary life. He leaves a wife and one child. He moved to Georgia from Pennsylvania bout 20 years ago
Jackson Argus - Butts County
Week of May 14, 1897
Tom Grant - Dead
Mr. Tom Grant died last Friday after an illness of several months with consumption. His remains were taken to Stockbridge on Saturday morning for interment. Mr. Grant was a son-in-law of Mr. J. D. Swint and lived near Jenkinsburg. He leaves a wife and two children to mourn his death.
Jackson Argus - Week of December 10, 1896
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Mr. Tom J. Grant, formerly Southern Railway agent t this place, died at Jenkinsburg last Friday evening of consumption. Mr. Grant was one of the cleverest agents we have ever had here and everybody who knows him will regret to hear of his death. His bereaved wife and child have our sympathy.
Boykin - Flovilla, Ga.
Jackson Argus - Week of December 10, 1896
J. A. Gunn, DEAD
We failed last week to mention the death of Rev. J. A. Gunn, who died at his home near Sandy Ridge on 28th of October and was laid to rest by his brother Masons on Saturday. For several months he had been suffering with a terrible cancer on his face from which he died at the time above stated. He was a good man and loved by all who knew him.
Middle Ga. Argus - November 11, 1892
Frank Gunnels
Died: Frank Gunnels got dead drunk last Saturday evening.
Middle Ga. Argus - Week of November 24, 1881
Charles Hale
IN MEMORIAM
To the Worshipful Master, Wardens and Brethern of Patillo Lodge, No. 360, F. A. M.
Your committee on memorial beg leave to submit the following report, which reference to our departed brother, Charles Hale, who has closed his earthly pilgrimage, and now rest from his labors
Brother Charles A. Hale was born July,1859 and died the 17th day of July 1893.
No further information in Memoriam.
Middle Ga. Argus - Week of August 24, 1893
Joseph Hale
Mr. Joseph Hale, a well known citizen of this county, after several months illness died on Monday evening and his remains will be interred at Towaliga today. This is another old landmark that has gone to his reward. He was seventy three years of age and had been a citizen of this county for many years. We extend our sympathies.
Middle Ga. Argus - Week of November 9, 1891
John Hall
John Hall, son of William Hall, col., of this place, was killed by a East Tennessee passenger train at Sugar Valley on Saturday. For several years he had been employed as a train hand on that road. His remains were brought to Jackson last night by his father and will be buried at 11 o'clock today
Middle Ga. Argus - Week of May 19, 1881
Mr. "Rat" Ham
Mr. "Rat" Ham, a highly respected citizen of Monroe county, well known here, died last Wednesday.
Jackson Argus - Week of July 9, 1897
Mrs. Jack Hanes
On Monday morning the immortal spirit of Mrs. Jack Hanes, near Sandy Ridge, took its everlasting flight.
Middle Ga. Argus - Week of September 7, 1893
"Uncle Bob" Hardeman - Dead
Just as we go to press we learn of the death of Hon. R. U. Hardeman of Oxford, Ga. He has been prominent in Georgia politics for a long time. He had friends, and many of them throughout the whole state.
Jackson Argus - Week of December 3, 1896
Miss Allie Harris
Miss Allie Harris, a beautiful young lady, died at Jenkinsburg on last Monday. Miss Allie was the youngest child of our good old friend, Mr. M. L. Harris, of that place. Our people are in general sympathy with Mr. and Mrs. Harris and the relatives and friends of the deceased.
Jackson Argus - Butts County
Week of May 7, 1897
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Our little town is very sad over its bereavement in the death of Miss Allie Harris, daughter of M. L. Harris. She died at 1 o'clock a.m. Tuesday Morning and was buried at Beersheba church cemetery. Rev. J. G. Kimball made a fine talk at the church appropriate to the sad occasion. A large concourse of friends were present which attested the universal popularity of this noble young lady in this community. She had been n ill health for six months or more, and while not a member of the church she left ample evidence that there was sweet peace between her soul and the savior. In the death of this splendid young lady Jenkinsburg has sustained a great loss.
Jackson Argus - Butts county
Week of May 7, 1897
Allie Harris
Allie Harris of Jenkinsburg died at her home twenty minutes after one o'clock a.m., the 4th, inst., after a long and protracted illness.
I had the privilege of being with her often during her sickness. We were special friends and schoolmates, and formed an attachment for each other which lasted unbroken till her death. While she was not wholly faultless yet she had as few as any one I ever met. She was kind and affectionate and bore her affliction without a murmur. She had a sweet and kind disposition, and always tried to make those around her pleasant.
I was present when she died, and gazed upon her pale face when she breathed her last. She went out peacefully. I have no doubt the disembodied spirit was wafted upon the gilded pinions of angels to the paradise of God.
I deeply sympathize with the family in their sore bereavement and commend them to Him who alone has a balm for every sorrow.
Jackson Argus - Week of May 21, 1897
Harris
A little boy of Mr. Jeff Harris died on Monday.
Middle Ga. Argus - Week of September 7, 1893
Mrs. Rebecca Gray Harris
Mrs. Rebecca Gray Harris died at Jenkinsburg, April 13th, of consumption contracted from her husband, F. M. Harris, who died of this disease several years since. She leaves four children, Pearly, Rosa, Lorenzo, and Grover, who have our sympathy. Though these children have grand parents and relatives, both on the Harris and Gray side of the family, who will not let them suffer, still they are orphans, and may God temper the wind to the shorn lamb. From our best information, this is the first death by consumption in the Gray family, and could not have been inherited.
Middle Ga. Argus - Week of April 19, 1894
Prof. V. D. Harris
Prof. V. D. Harris, of Jenkinsburg died after a lingering illness from consumption on Sunday. He was a noble young man and well prepared from mental training to fight the battles of life but the hopes of his relatives and friends were all nipped off in the bud. Peace to his ashes.
Middle Ga. Argus - Week of March 31, 1893
See Van D. Harris
William Harris
Another old citizen gone - Mr. William Harris, familiarly known as Uncle Billie, after a brief illness died at the home of his son, Mr. Jeff Harris near Worthville on Wednesday last. Mr. H. had long lived a peaceful citizen of the county, and died at the rip age of 83 years. May he rest in peace.
Middle Ga. Argus - Week of April 4, 1884
Charles Harkness
Mr. Charles Harkness was buried today at Jackson cemetery. He was in the prime of life, but that terrible and unrelenting enemy to humanity, the caner, fastened its fatal fangs upon his system and death came to his relief on Wednesday. Mr. Harkness was a good citizen, and a gentleman whose character stands out as bright as the aurora of day. The family, relatives and numerous friends have our sympathy.
Middle Ga. Argus - Week of May 31, 1894
In memory of our dear brother, C. S. Harkness, in Christ, he has gone to sleep in Jesus, and will wake up in glory, the tried and the true love, loving ever faithful friend. Mr. Harkness has gone from among us to his Heavenly home. What can we say? He leaves a devoted wife and four children to mourn his loss
Middle Ga. Argus - Week of June 7, 1894
Victoria Harvey
On Saturday last, a fair young wife and mother Mrs. Victoria Harvey died at her home in Newton County. She was the victim of consumption and her death was not unexpected.
She was born and raised in this county and had a large circle of friends who dearly loved her. We would gladly contribute something that would soothe the wounded heart of the bereaved husband and little ones, but what heart can dictate, or what pen can offer a relief to the heart that has been torn by the loss of a young wife or mother? The unmistakable evidence that she died a Christian, and that the immortal spirit has gone to the land of eternal rest, is a source of relief to the bereaved ones, and should doubly increase their desire to so live, that they may be sure of a happy reunion.
Middle Ga. Argus - Week of September 7, 1882
Thomas Hayslip
Mr. Thomas Hayslip, an old and highly respected citizen of this county died suddenly at his home near Stark on Friday night. He was sitting by the fire in his usual health and fell from his chair and died instantly.
Middle Ga. Argus - Week of November 17, 1891
George Head - Death of an Old Citizen
George Head, an old and prominent citizen of High Falls, this county, died Friday afternoon at 5 o'clock.
Mr. Head had been afflicted with paralysis for several years past, and while his death was expected at any time, it was a great shock to his family and his many friends. He was a brother of Mrs. R. F. Strickland and Miss Hattie Head of Griffin.
The funeral took place Saturday afternoon at High Falls.
Jackson Argus - Week of September 17, 1897
Peggy Head
An old colored woman died here on last Thursday, old aunt Peggie Head. Aunt Peggie was highly respected by all who knew for her good qualities.
Middle Ga. Argus - Week of February 26, 1884
Thomas Alexander Head
Thomas Alexander, infant son of Mr. V. A. Head and grandson of Capt. H. A. Sumner, age 13 months and 15 days died yesterday afternoon at 6 o'clock after a painful illness of 8 weeks.
Middle Ga. Argus - Week of July 7, 1883
Mrs. Charles Heard
Mrs. Charles Heard, living near the line of Butts and Monroe, died suddenly last Saturday evening. She had not complained of being ill, but had attended to her household duties as usual. She prepared supper for her family and sat down to the table. Taking a biscuit she buttered it and was preparing to eat her meal as usual when she fell over and died a few hours later.
Mrs. Heard's maiden name was Gilmore. Her husband is a brother of Capt. Heard at Flovilla and she leaves five children. Her funeral was preached by Rev. Mr. Sharp, her pastor, at Paran Baptist church.
Jackson Argus - Week of June 25, 1897
George Heath
Mr. George Heath of this county died with fever on Monday last.
Week of November 9, 1882
Miss Sallie Heath
We regret to chronicle the death of Miss Sallie Heath, which occurred on Monday morning. She had been suffering from consumption for sometime, but her friends didn't expect that her dissolution was so near until a short time before her death. Tis sad to note the death of one so young and fair, but we must bow to the will of Him who doeth all things well.
Middle Ga. Argus - Week of November 9, 1882
Mrs. Heiflin
On Tuesday last, Mrs. Heiflin, wife of Mr. Heiflin, depot, Agt., at Jackson, we learn from those who had formed her acquaintance she was an estimable lady, and her young husband is a most worthy gentleman. Many deep and sincere expressions of sorrow and grief over her untimely death, and profound expressions of sympathy for the bereaved husband were heard on every side among our people, and we join in the deepest feelings of regret and sympathy. We can imagine no pang that would penetrates so deep the heart of man, as the loss of a devoted noble and esteemable wife.
Middle Ga. Argus - September 7, 1882
Mr. A. B. Henderson, DEAD
News has reached Jackson that Mr. A. B. Henderson an old and former resident of Butts County died at his home in Bright, Miss. About a week ago. Mr. Henderson was an uncle of Mrs. J. O Beauchamp and is well remembered by many people in Jackson.
Jackson Argus - Week of November 19, 1896
Gustavus Hendricks
General Gustavus Hendricks, well known to the people of this county for a number of years died in Alabama a short time ago, where he had moved to spend the last of his days.
Middle Ga. Argus - Week of April 7, 1883
Dr. Henly
Dr. Henly an esteemed citizen of this county dropped dead in Griffin one day last week.
Middle Ga. Argus - Week of November 3, 1881
Mrs. Allie Hollifield
Mrs. Allie Hollifield, mother of Mr. Matt Hollifield of this city died at her house, four miles north of Jackson on Saturday evening. She was in her usual good health up to Thursday night at 11 o'clock when she was found prostrate under a stroke and lay until her death, not able to move or speak to her friends. Mrs. Hollifield was in her 78 year.
Middle Ga. Argus - Week of July 21, 1883
Mrs. Horton
We learn from Capt. Loyd, the popular mail carrier on the Covington route from this place, that Mrs. Horton of Newton Factory, was killed by lightning on last Tuesday. At the time of the electric stroke she was standing in the flower yard gathering flowers, and was ushered in eternity without a moments warning. No one knoweth what a day may bring forth.
Middle Ga. Argus - June 16, 1883
Jim Jackson
A Negro named Jim Jackson was drowned in Mr. W. J. Evans Carp pond on last Sunday. He with several other boys were bathing and striking the water of a cold spring, was so cramped that despite the efforts of those present he was drowned.
Middle Ga. Argus - Week of June, 1883
Sallie Jackson
Mrs. Sallie Jackson departed this life on Sunday September 11th, 1892 at Island Shoals, Ga.
It is so sad to think of one with only twenty-five summers being taken from her loved ones but God in his wisdom saw fit to take her home.
She joined the church quite young and lived a devoted Christian life.
She bore her sickness and suffering with Christian fortitude and resignation thereby assuring her loving father, mother and many friends her preparation to meet our God in Peace.
Middle Ga. Argus - Week of October 7, 1892
M. S. Johnson
We regret to chronicle the death of Mrs. Carrie E. Johnson which occurred on April 30,1897, at the residence of her son-in-law Mr. Joseph Jolly, in Jackson. Mrs. Johnson was in the 76th year of her age. She early in life professed hope in Christ and joined the Baptist church at Island Creek, Hancock county., which profession she adorned through a long life until the end came. She was buried at the Pittman family burying ground near Ocmulgee river. The funeral services were conducted by Rev. G. H. Carter.
Mrs. Johnson was twice married. Her first husband being William C. Dickson of Baldwin county. Her second husband was Reuben B. Johnson of Monroe county. She having only one child by her first husband, Mrs. Joseph Jolly, of Jackson. We greatly sympathies with the bereaved family in their sad affliction.
Jackson Progress - Butts County
Week of May 7, 1897
Dr. W. N. Judson
Dr. W. N. Judson, formerly of Monroe County, but who has resided at Indian Spring the last few years, after a brief illness, died at his home last Monday morning. He was a clever gentleman and a good physician. His bereaved family have our sympathy.
Middle Ga. Argus - Week of August 17, 1893
P. P. Kelly
Friends of Mr. P. P. Kelly of Flovilla regret to learn of his death which occurred in Monticello on Wednesday, after only two days sickness. He was a noble gentleman and is a great loss to the whole county.
Middle Ga. Argus - Week of October 12, 1893
Mrs. Henry Keltner
We failed to announce the death of Mrs. Henry Keltner in our last issue. She was buried at Indian Springs on Sunday last. She left 4 small children to whom we tender with the bereaved husband.
Middle Ga. Argus - December 8, 1881
Henry Kimbell - Dead
Henry Kimbell, son of Rev. J. T. Kimbell died at the home of his father on yesterday morning at 8 o'clock, of dropsy. He was about forty five years of age and had been a _________(?) from infancy. His remains will be laid away at County Line today and Rev. Barney Strickland will preach the funeral.
Middle Ga. Argus - Week of August 4, 1891
John H. Kinard
The Argus regrets that it must chronicle the death of Mr. John H. Kinard, which occurred at his home near Towaliga last Friday morning.
He was buried at Fellowship cemetery on Saturday following.
Mr. Kinard had been partially paralyzed for several months and without hope for recovery, life became a positive burden, and when death came it was a messenger of relief. The relatives and friends were not taken by surprise, because they had realized for some time that the inevitable was approaching. The deceased was married a few years ago and his excellent wife and many relatives survive to mourn his death. He was about 40 years of age and was true to his friends.
Jackson Argus - Week of June 18, 1897
Death Cert- Delpha Boyd King
1. Place of Death- Houston Co., Warner Robbins GA.
2. Usual Residence- GA. BUTTS CO. Jackson Length 60 years
3. Name of deceased- Delpha BOYD KING
4. Date of Death- Aug. 24 1951
5. Female
6. White
7. Widow
8. Widow of John Jacob King
9. Age- 78
10. Occupation- Domestic
11. Birthplace- South Carolina
12. Citizen- USA
13. Father's name- Joe Boyd
14. Mother's name- Millie Lee Boyd
15. Never in U.S. Armed Forces
Informant- Johnnie King
I. Condition or complication directly leading to Death- Ascites
b.) Secondary- Cerrosis of the liver
Burial Date 8/26/1951 Jackson- Butts GA.
Funeral Director- Haisten Bros. Inc. Jackson GA.
Delphia Boyd King is Buried in Jackson City Cemetery
She lies next to her husband John J. King who died in 1912.
Delphia never remarried after his death.
Solomon King Died
The Argus regrets to announce the death of Mr. Solomon King, a highly respected citizen of Henry county which occurred last Tuesday. The cause of his death was strangulated hernia.
Mr. King was a gallant confederate soldier and went into service with the Zachray rangers.
His comrades say he rendered valiant service until his lost an arm.
Jackson Argus - July 30, 1897
Pittman Lampkin (Lumpkin)
Mr. Pittman Lampkin (Lumpkin) father of Mrs. Virgle McLean of this place, died at 9 o'clock on Saturday and was laid to rest on Sunday at County Line near Jenkinsburg. He was seventy-six years of age and had been unable to work for quite a while.
Middle Ga. Argus - Week of March 8, 1892
Mr. Bob Land
It becomes our sad duty to chronicle the death of Mr. Bob Land, which sad event occurred on Friday morning at 8 o'clock of pneumonia. He was 35 years of age and leaves a wife and four small children to battle with the world. His remains were laid away on Saturday in the cemetery after funeral services at the Methodist church, conducted by Rev. Eatson, the pastor. May the god of the wisdom and orphan temper the wind if these shorn lands is our prayer.
Middle Ga. Argus - Week of January 27, 1891
James Land
An infant child of Mr. James Land died on last Monday and was interred in the city cemetery on Tuesday last. Thus the rose buds are plucked and transplanted in the glory land. Our sympathies are extended to the bereaved family.
Middle Ga. Argus - Week of June 30, 1883
Major Augustus Lane
Major Augustus Lane of Jasper County is dead.
Middle Ga. Argus - Week of April 14, 1883
Daniel Lavender
Mr. Daniel Lavender; a very old and respected citizen of this county died at the home of his son, Mr. David Lavender, last Monday.
Middle Ga. Argus - Week of June 15, 1882
Mrs. Leguin
Mrs. Leguin, an aged lady who lived in the northern part of this county, died last Tuesday and was buried on Thursday at Peeksville, Henry County.
Jackson Argus - Week of July 9, 1897
Riley Lindsey
The many friends of Mr. Riley Lindsey, formerly of this county will be pained to learn that his wife died last week. Only about one year was allotted him to enjoy their happy wedded life. We tender our deepest sympathies.
Middle Ga. Argus - Week of July 7, 1883
Jack Lofton
Mr. Jack Lofton died at his home near Worthville on yesterday morning at 3 o'clock. His death was caused by pneumonia. For several years Mr. Lofton has been a United States deputy marshal and was well known to our people. His remains will be buried at Worthville today.
Middle Ga. Argus - Week of March 24, 1893
Mrs. W. W. Logue
On Saturday evening July 8, just before 8 o'clock the spirit of Mrs. W. W. Logue took its everlasting flight to the great beyond. She had been ill for some time and her death was not a surprise. She was one of the best Christian ladies of Jackson and was loved by all who knew her
Middle Ga. Argus - Week of July 20, 1893
Mrs. Nancy J. Lummus
We are very sorry to announce the death of Mrs. Nancy J. Lummus, wife of Mr. W. M. Lummus, which occurred near Stark on Tuesday of last week. This is a sad death, as Mrs. Lummus was sick only a few days. She leaves a husband and five children to mourn her loss. God pity the little ones.
Middle Ga. Argus - Week of March 18, 1884
George Lynch
It becomes our sad duty to note the death of Mr. George Lynch, which occurred on Thursday night of last week of typhoid fever. It is always sad to hear of the death of a good man and more especially one in his prime of life and a genuine good man like the subject of this notice. He was about 45 years of age and a useful citizen. The bereaved have our sympathies.
Middle Ga. Argus - January 20, 1891
Rev. J. P. Lyon
A GOOD PREACHER DEAD
Rev. J. P. Lyon, a Primitive Baptist Preacher, well known to many Butts County people died at his home in Upson County two weeks ago. He was a noted ministering Towaliga primitive Baptist association, and was pastor of Liberty church near where the writer was raised, for several years before the war. It was with his hands that we were "buried with Christ in baptism". He has gone to his reward
Middle Ga. Argus - Week of December 2, 1892