Miscellaneous Tarrant County, Texas Obituaries- 1937
Friday August 27 Charley B. Berry Prominent Citizen Dies At Home C. B. Berry [Charley B. Berry], one of Arlington's most prominent citizens died at his home Saturday at 12:50 p.m. following a stroke of paralysis suffered while buying cotton in Grapevine Friday evening. Funeral services were conducted at the Methodist Church Sunday afternoon at 4 o'clock with Revs. Wm. H. Cole, S. M. Bennett and R. A. Walker officiating. Burial was in Parkdale Cemetery with the Moore Funeral Home in charge. Pall bearers were William Knapp, M. Garten, Howard Slaughter, W. F. Altman, J. N. Biggers and Boyd Lawson. Members of the board of Stewards of the Methodist Church were honorary pallbearers. Survivors are his widow and daughter, Miss Mary Berry, one brother, R. P. Berry, Paris, Texas and one sister, Mrs. Mary Johnson also of Paris. Mr. Berry was born at Paris, Texas and moved to Arlington at the age of 18 where he married. Mr. Berry was president of the Arlington School Board for 29 years and held almost every church and civic office available to him during his long residence here. Besides being a member of the school board he was secretary of the Methodist Church, president of the board of stewards, secretary of the Sunday School, secretary of the Woodman Lodge, treasurer of the Masonic Lodge of which he had been a member for 40 years, past master of the Masonic Lodge and vice president of the old Arlington Citizens and Arlington National Banks. In Memoriam In the passing of Mr. C. B. Berry, Arlington has lost a good citizen, the church a faithful official, and his family a devoted husband and father. It is always difficult to estimate the value of such a character. In fact, few of us ever think of it until we have suffered the loss. Mr. Berry's life among us has been one of unselfish service to his fellows and to his community. If we would be a good citizen, we must justify our existence in unselfish service. This was Uncle Charlie's contribution. He was honest, industrious, true, faithful, a Christian gentleman, and a fine friend. These are the qualities of a great citizen such as he was. Then it is no wonder that he had held in Arlington so many positions of trust. He always proved himself equal to the task. In his church relationship, he had no superiors. He exemplified all the fine qualities of a great Christian character. During the last thirty- two years he has served as secretary-treasurer of the Arlington Methodist church and of its official Board. Few meetings of this Board did he miss. And he made the statement just a few days ago that he had never missed a meeting of the Quarterly conference. His records were in fine shape and the interests of the church were always protected. Our love goes with him and our sympathy to his family. O. L. Killian. Friday August 27 G. C. Bailey's Uncle Dies In Fort Worth William E. Parker, 84, a resident of Ft. Worth for 26 years died Wednesday at 10:30 at his home 1420 West Humboldt Street. Services were held 5:00 Thursday afternoon at Broadway Baptist Church with Dr. Douglas Hudgins assisted by Rev. Baker J. Cauthen in charge. Burial was in Greenwood Cemetery. Mr. Parker was the uncle of G. C. Bailey of Arlington. Both Mr. and Mrs. Bailey attended the funeral. Friday August 27 G. C. Bailey's Sister Dies In San Perlita Mr. and Mrs. G. C. Bailey returned home Saturday from San Perlita where they were called Thursday by the death of Mr. Bailey's sister, Mrs. E. G. Barnhill. Funeral services were conducted Friday at the Baptist Church in Raymondville. Mrs. Barnhill had been ill for some time and spent several weeks in Arlington during the early summer taking treatments in Dallas. She made many friends here who will regret to hear of her passing. Friday September 3 Death Claims W. J. Sproles William James Sproles, age 72, died at 2:40 a.m. Saturday after an extended illness. Mr. Sproles was a native of Tennessee; but has resided in Texas practically all of his life. He lived in Fort Worth for 32 years, moving to Arlington seven years ago. He had also lived in McKinney, Dallas and Greenville. Mr. Sproles was a contractor, but had retired several years ago. He had made many friends while living here. He is survived by his wife, Ed Sproles, Fort Worth and W. C. Sproles Sr., Fort Worth, sons; Mrs. Will Jackson, McKinney, sister; N. A. Sproles, Victoria; J. C. Sproles, Dallas, and Sam P. Sproles, Fort Worth, brothers and a number of grandchildren. Funeral services were held at the Moore Funeral Home, Monday at 4 p.m. with Rev. J. Leslie Finnell officiating. Burial was in the Rose Hill Cemetery. Friday September 3 Miss Bess Smithey's Father Dies Aug. 3 Friends in Arlington have received word of the death of Miss Bess Smithey's father J. D. Smithey in Leonard, Texas, August 3, following an illness of seven weeks. Miss Smithey has been with him all summer and he suffered a stroke of paralysis soon after her arrival from which he never recovered. Burrell Smithey also of Arlington attended the funeral. Miss Smithey who teaches English in the High School is expected home the first of next week. Friday September 3 Mrs. Culver's Brother Dies Mrs. K. H. Culver, who had lived in her home, corner of West Abram and Oak Streets, left here early in August to live with her brother, the Rev. J. P. Hillburn, of Tampa, Fla. Just three days after she arrived in his home, the Rev. Hillburn died. His death came as a great shock to Mrs. Culver. She is now visiting with her sister, Mrs. R. H. Prine of Terra Ceia, Fla., and has not made definite plans for the future. Friday September 3 Burned to Death in Forest Fire (picture of Alfred Clayton) When a raging forest fire swept over more than 1500 acres of timber in the Shoshone Forest, east of Yellowstone Park in Wyoming, Forest Ranger Alfred Clayton, above, also a widely-known artist, was burned to death. Twelve others were killed and 50 injured. Friday September 10 MRS. HENSLEES MOTHER DIES The mother of Mrs. John Henslee, Mrs. Amanda Dickson, 75, died at the residence, 2420 Roosevelt, Ft. Worth, Sunday. She is survived by 4 sons, 2 daughters, 9 grandchildren and 2 great- grandchildren. Interment was at the Mount Olivet Cemetery. Friday September 10 Herbert Lumpkins Plunges To Death Herbert Carrol Lumpkin, 21, of Handley who plunged to his death from the 33rd story State Capital Building at Baton Rouge, La., last Saturday, was buried in Handley Monday with the Moore Funeral Home in charge. Herbert is well known here in Arlington, and has many friends here. He was a quiet natured boy and a hard worker. His many friends regret this sad incident. Lumpkin, who returned two weeks ago from a National Guard encampment at Palacious, went to Louisiana last week in search of employment. He left a note saying, "I would rather not live than to be a no good loafer," which relatives and friends were at loss to explain. The youth was industrious and worked frequently at odd jobs, but had been unable to obtain steady work acquaintances said. His parents had sent him money and clothing Saturday. Gilman McConnell, manager of the Capital Building at Baton Rouge expressed the belief that Lumpkin fell from the observation platform about 400 feet above the entrance steps. Lumpkin is survived by his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Lumpkin, and four brothers, Alton Lumpkin, Ft. Worth, and Claude, Stanley and E. W. Lumpkin, all of Handley. His body was brought to Handley by Moore's Funeral car. Friday September 10 Mrs. Margarite Thornton Weeks Passes Away Tuesday Morning Mrs. Margarite Thornton Weeks, widow of the late W. C. Weeks, passed away Tuesday morning, Sept. 7, at the home of her sisters, Misses Grace and Myrtle Thornton, with whom she had resided since ill health forbad her maintaining her own home. Mrs. Weeks was born in Fayetteville, Tennessee, as a small child moved with her parents and a large family of brothers and sisters to the Arlington Community, first to a farm south of town in the old Johnson Station Community, where many of the pioneer families of this section first lived, and to the city of Arlington about thirty years ago. Here they all grew to maturity, identifying themselves with the social and civic life of the little city as it developed. She received her education in the local schools, Switzer College of Itasca, and Colorado University, Boulder, Colorado, and was for several years a successful teacher. She was principal of one of the schools at Cleburne at the time of her marriage to Mr. W. C. Weeks, a prominent building contractor and vice president of the Citizen's Bank of Arlington. She was a woman of unusual intelligence and wit, and was keenly interested in every movement for the betterment of her home town and its citizens. She was for many years an active member of the Shakespeare (unreadable.......) Treasurer when her health failed. As a child she united with the Presbyterian Church of Johnson Station, later moving her membership to Arlington Presbyterian church, of which she has been a loyal and devoted supporter, being always interested in every activity of her church. For several years she taught a class of boys in the Junior Department. Of these the following boys, now nearing manhood were honorary pallbearers: Charles Louis Tillery, Billie Conner, Jack Ferguson, Thomas Lampe, Will Ransom, Floyd Wine, Valin Woodward, Harry Moore and Joe Houston. Rev. J. H. Patterson assisted by Dr. S. M. Bennett officiated at the beautiful funeral service Wednesday morning at the Presbyterian church. Active pall bearers were: Sanford Yates, Web Rose, O. M. Bondurant, O. C. Cruse, H. E. Stoker, and Walker Echols. Other honorary pallbearers were Dr. O. O. Hollingsworth, C. L. Knapp, Alex Vaught, and Louis Tillery. She is survived by one brother, W. B. Thornton of McAllen, and five sisters, Mrs. J. N. Thomas, Mansfield, Mrs. J. R. Griffin, Arlington, Mrs. C. B. Dockum, McAllen, Texas; and Misses Grace and Myrtle Thornton of Arlington, and a host of friends who will mourn her passing yet rejoice in her deliverance from a prison of pain. By one who loved her. Friday September 17 Infant Son Of Mr. And Mrs. Carlisle Cravens Buried Sat. Funeral services were conducted at the home of Mrs. M. H. Cravens Saturday afternoon at four o'clock for Carlisle Grove Cravens Jr., the infant son of Mr. and Mrs. Carlisle Cravens. Reverends John H. Patterson and S. M. Bennett officiated. Burial was in Arlington Cemetery with the Luttrell Funeral Home in charge. The baby was born Thursday at Cook Memorial Hospital and died about midnight Friday. Friday September 17 Mrs. Walter Norvell's Sister Killed By Electric Shock Funeral services were conducted Saturday evening for Mrs. Rena Elizabeth Tomlin, 47, who was killed at her home in Fort Worth Friday morning from a shock received when she was disconnecting a washing machine from an electric outlet. The only witness reported to the accident was Mrs. Tomlin's daughter, Jane who was helping her mother and who said her mother was knocked to the ground by the shock which she received while standing in a pool of water. Funeral services were conducted from the Shannon Funeral Home with the Rev. W. E. Hawkins officiating. Burial was in Greenwood Cemetery. Mrs. Tomlin was the sister of Mrs. Walter Norvell, Mrs. D. Coker and Bud Wheeler of Arlington. She is also survived by her husband, P. Tomlin, three daughters, Mrs. Betty Smith, and Mrs. Ouida Schmid, Jane Tomlin and four sons, Davis, Jack, Frank and Pat Tomlin, one other sister, Mrs. L. A. De Busk, Ft. Worth and brother, Marlin Wheeler, Santo. Friday September 24 Terry Brothers' Mother Dies Mrs. Lucy Terry died at her home in Detroit, Saturday night at 9 p.m. after having been ill for the past few months. Mrs. Terry was a woman of beautiful character, her out-look on this life and the life to come, was one of inspiration to those who came in contact with her. The floral offering mutely expressed the sentiments of her friends. The rites were conducted at the Detroit Cemetery by the Rev. P. F. Herndon of Paris, Sunday afternoon at 3:30. Surviving are three sons and one daughter, F. M. and V. H. Terry of Arlington, Bert Terry of Dallas, Mrs. Joe Burkleo of Detroit and two grandchildren, Alice Terry, Dallas, and Hayden Victor Terry, Arlington. Friday September 24 Man Killed In Auto Wreck On Highway Ross Frank Mooneyhan, 44, of 1723 Sixth Avenue, was killed at 12:30 p.m. Sunday when his automobile careened off of the Dallas-Fort Worth Pike into a twenty foot ditch near the Rose Hill Cemetery, west of Arlington. Investigators said a wheel of the car apparently locked when the man applied his brakes to avoid striking a wagon crossing the highway. Mooneyhan, driving alone, was identified by Social Security card. R. L. Keith, his employer, later verified the identification at the Moore Funeral Home in Handley. Jack Crowder, dairy employee, told Deputy Sheriff Renfro that he was driving a tractor that was pulling the wagon loaded with feed. Crowder said Mooneyman skidded his tires 50 or 75 feet from the roadside from where the wagon was crossing. Tires marked the pavement also indicated that the brakes of the cars locked. The automobile, Crowder said, rolled 150 feet before it struck and snapped off a protective post at the side of the highway. The impact sent the car into the ditch. Crowder ran to the car, and found the man's head crushed. Justice of Peace Will Power of Arlington returned a verdict of accidental death. Crowder said his tractor was across the highway but the wagon was still on the pavement when Mooneyhan put on his brakes. Crowder works on a farm near the scene. Moore Funeral Home of Handley was in charge of the arrangements. Friday September 24 "Uncle Nick" Pearson Dies In Grapevine Nicholas (Uncle Nick) Pearson, 81, died at his home in Grapevine, Sunday night after a year's illness. Mr. Pearson moved to Grapevine about 62 years ago, and remained a farmer throughout his lifetime. He was only 40 inches tall, and had numerous offers from the circuses and shows, he elected to remain on the farm. He weighed 58 pounds and wore a number 8 child's shoe. He was well known to all of the old settlers here. In spite of his small stature he made a good living on the farm. Services were held at the Grapevine Baptist Church with Rev. E. A. Zund officiating, assisted by Rev. E. N. Strother of Moody. Burial was in the Grapevine Cemetery. Surviving are two sisters and a brother. Friday September 24 L. D. Moreland Dies In Ft. Worth Hospital Funeral services were conducted at the Moore Funeral Home Tuesday afternoon at three o'clock for L. D. Moreland [ Lyman Moreland] who died in a Ft. Worth hospital at 2:30 Monday morning following a brief illness. Reverend Earl Anderson, pastor of the Munger Baptist Church, Dallas officiating. Burial was in Parkdale Cemetery with the Moore Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. Survivors are his widow, parents, Mr. and Mrs. J. L. Moreland, Arlington; two brothers, Claude W. Moreland, Gladewater, and Truman Moreland, Arlington; four sisters, Mrs. Lula Strickland, Dallas, Mrs. Maude Eskew, Oklahoma City. Mrs. Joe McKnight, Arlington, and Mrs. Eugene Howard, Dallas. Friday October 1 Mansfield Pioneer Buried Tuesday Funeral services were conducted in Mansfield Tuesday evening for C. M. Thompson, 80, a pioneer resident of that community, who died at his home there Monday morning at 7:30. Rev. A. K. Marney was in charge of the service which was held in the Methodist church. Burial was in the Mansfield cemetery. Pall bearers were Sam Isaacs and Lee Davidson of Arlington, Jim Hogan, Jim Sims, Claude Galloway and Charles Harrison. Survivors are two sons, H. M. Thompson, Ft. Worth; John Thompson of Mansfield and two daughters, Mrs. H. G. Hogan, Mansfield, and Mrs. Fred Colbert, Tulsa, Okla. The deceased was the grandfather of Mrs. Sam Isaacs, Mrs. Lee Davidson and Miss Claudine Hogan of Arlington. Friday October 8 Mrs. Ed Elliot's Brother Dies Dr. John William Sublett, age 76, died Saturday morning at Jean. Dr. Sublett was born March 2, 1861, in the Watson community. This was also the day the first battle of the civil war was fought. He was among the first children that were born in this community. He was the son of Mr. and Mrs. J. W. Sublett, one of the prominent pioneer citizens and large landowners. Dr. Sublett was one of the prominent physicians in Texas, being well known throughout the state. It is regrettable that Texas has lost such a valuable physician. He had been in ill health for several months, and during this time his friends from all parts of the state flocked to his home to see him. Survivors are his wife and two daughters, Mrs. Henda Cooper of Abilene and Mrs. Faye Blackwell of Jean and three grandchildren; one sister, Mrs. Ed Elliot of Arlington and two brothers, Henry Sublett and Collier Sublett. The following from Arlington attended the funeral: Mrs. B. L. Spencer, Mrs. W. E. Small and Frank Sublett. These are nieces and nephews of Dr. Sublett. Friday October 8 Mrs. Josie Cook's Brother Dies Mrs. Josie Cook's brother, Anderson W. Byas, age 67, resident of Grapevine all of his life, died Sunday at 9:43 p.m. at a Fort Worth Hospital. Mr. Byas was well known in Arlington and has many friends here who will regret to hear of his death. He is survived by three daughters, Mrs. Judie May Forbes, Mrs. Carl Long and Mrs. Paul Pirkle all of Grapevine; two sisters, Mrs. Ann Maxwell, Grapevine; Mrs. Josie Cook, Arlington, and three grandchildren Funeral services were held Monday at 4 p.m. at the Whites Methodist Church, with Rev. S. R. Garrison officiating. Pallbearers were: James and Joe Marshall, Charley Coke, Guy Watkins and Everette Jackson. Burial was in the White Chapel Cemetery. Friday October 8 Funeral Services For M. B. Mimms Marcus B. Mimms, 69, resident of Handley for 60 years was buried Thursday evening at 4:00 in West Oakwood Cemetery. The services were conducted at the cemetery with Rev. Jimmy Morgan, pastor of the Handley Baptist Church officiating. Survivors are the widow, four sons, five daughters and two brothers. The Moore Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements. Friday October 8 Infantile Paralysis Victim Buried Sat. Little Joe H. Collins, age 3, died late Friday evening at the farm home six miles south of Arlington, with infantile paralysis. Every possible thing was done for the child. Little Joe was an exceedingly bright child and was so loving and kind. He was loved by all of the people who knew him. He is survived by his father and mother, Mr. and Mrs. Owen Collins, a brother, Homer Collins, and three grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Benton Collins of Arlington and Mrs. Della Flippan of Ennis. Funeral services were held at the Moore Funeral Home at 4:30 p.m. Sunday with Rev. K. T. Melugin officiating. Burial was in the Parkdale Cemetery. Pallbearers were M. L. Martin, Jess Mahundro, Tom Collins, and Elder Mayfield. Friday October 15 Man Found Dead In Room At The Plaza Hotel Archie Moore Weeks, 69, was found dead in bed in his room at the Plaza Hotel Saturday morning. Justice of Peace Powers was called and later rendered a verdict of death due to natural causes. A glass of water, a half filled cup of coffee and a few white powders were found on the table near the bed and Judge Powers did not render a verdict for several hours after the body was found. Funeral services were held Sunday afternoon at 3:00 at the Moore Chapel with Rev. Kermit Melugin officiating. Burial was in Parkdale Cemetery with the Moore Funeral Home in charge. Friday October 15 Funeral services For R. L. Crafton Robert L. Crafton, 58, died in a Ft. Worth hospital Sunday following a short illness. He was a resident of the Pantego Community. Funeral services were conducted Monday afternoon at 3:00 at the Handley Methodist Church. Rev. Linebaugh officiated. Burial was in the Isham Cemetery with the Moore Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. Survivors are one daughter and two sons. Friday October 15 J. D. Watson Dies At Mansfield Home J. D. Watson, 81, of Mansfield died at his residence Saturday after an illness of five years. Funeral services were conducted Sunday at the Mansfield Baptist Church with the pastor, Rev. Price and Rev. Curry of the Methodist Church officiating. Burial was in the Mansfield Cemetery. Mr. Watson was the father of Mrs. Joe F. Cooper of Grand Prairie, who had many friends in Arlington. Mr. and Mrs. Harvey Steley, Miss Mary Lou Tharp and their guest Miss Thomas of Fort Worth attended the funeral. Mr. Watson rented a place near Mansfield from Lon Dukes 40 years ago and had lived on it ever since. When Mr. Dukes, who lives in Shreveport was advised of Mr. Watson's death Sunday morning, he left at once for Mansfield to attend the funeral. Friday October 15 Will Patterson Passes Away In Ft. Worth Hospital Funeral services were conducted Sunday afternoon at 3:30 for Will Patterson, 53, a resident of Arlington for 50 years, who died Saturday morning at 10:40 in a Ft. Worth hospital following an operation. Rev. W. L. Barrett, a close personal friend of the deceased assisted by Reverends John Patterson and S. M. Bennett, officiated. Burial was in Arlington Cemetery with the Moore Funeral Home in charge. Pall bearers were Frank Moore, Spurge Bussey, C. D. Bird, Harvey Strickland, D. D. Huff and Frank Lamm. The services were attended by the largest crowd ever to attend a funeral in Arlington and the floral offering was a silent testimony of the love and respect the many friends had for Mr. Patterson. He had not been well for several months, but put off having an examination until Sunday a week ago, when he went to the hospital where an operation was found to be necessary. Physicians held out very little hope from the first day he entered the hospital and after the operation the family knew it was just a question of a very short time. The end came after several days of intensive suffering. Mr. Patterson was born in Lincoln County, Tennessee, March 4, 1884 and moved to Texas in 87, the family locating in Fannin County and moving to Arlington in 1899, where he made his home until his death. He was married in 1902 to Miss Mary Shelton. To this union were born 14 children, 13 of whom survive him. Mr. Patterson was a loyal church member, joining the Presbyterian Church in 1904, and continued to take an active part in all the activities of the church until his death. In the passing of Mr. Patterson, Arlington lost one of its best loved and highly respected citizens. He was a good neighbor, a loyal friend and devoted husband and father. He is survived by his widow, eight sons, Vernon Patterson, Arannsas Pass, Leslie Patterson, Webb; Floyd Patterson, Kennedale; and Virgil, Carl, Olin, W. T. and Harold Patterson all of Arlington; five daughters, Mrs. Snyder Wilson, Everman, Mrs. Jack McFadden, Webb; and Misses Elsie, Dorothy and Elizabeth Patterson of Arlington; his mother, Mrs. J. H. Patterson, Dallas; three brothers, J. H. Patterson, Houston, Chas. Ray Patterson, Houston and Leo Patterson, Arlington; two sisters, Mrs. Jim Biggers, Arlington and Mrs. Eston Thornton, Dallas. Friday October 15 T. H. Adkins Dies Of Heart Attack Thomas Haywood Adkins, 63, a resident of Arlington for the past 30 years died at his home here Tuesday night about midnight from a heart attack. Survivors are his widow; three sons, LeRoy, Fred and Thomas H. Adkins Jr., one daughter, Mrs. Douglas Fimrell, all of Arlington; two brothers, Will and Roscoe Adkins of Alabama; two sisters, Mrs. J. M. Beard, Arlington and Mrs. William Green, Alabama. Funeral services were conducted Thursday evening at 2 o'clock at the First Baptist Church with the pastor, Rev. Kermit Melugin officiating. Burial was in the Arlington Cemetery with Luttrell Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. Active pall bearers were Alford Brown, D. D. Gathings, Alwyn McCombs, Earl D. Irons, Chester Ditto, James Elder, H. M. Bowen and Bud Groves; honorary pall bearers were Joe Hendricks, A. N. Weaver, Edgar Bird, C. L. Knapp, George Luttrell, J. F. Green, T. F. Yates, Mike Ditto, Benton C. Collins, Alex Vaught, C. W. Harris, and Ft. Worth business associates. Mr. Adkins was born in Alabama in 1874 and moved to Arlington 30 years ago. For the past 15 years operated the Adkins Brokerage Company in the T. & P. Terminal warehouse in Ft. Worth. He was a member of the Baptist Church and always took an active part in the affairs of the church. He had many friends in Arlington as well as in Ft. Worth and all over the county. Friday October 15 Former Resident Witnesses Robbery Mrs. Frank Whaley of Midland, Mich., writes that she was one of the four customers in the Bank when the much talked of robbery took place, in which the Dentist, in an upper story shot both bandits as they emerged from the building. Mrs. Whaley, who is a granddaughter of Mrs. A. H. Copeland, stated that she went in just ahead of the bandits and was making out her deposit slip when she realized what was taking place. She ran to the vault for safety. Friday October 15 JOHNSON STATION Mrs. Tyler Short Friends of Mr. and Mrs. Carl Patterson extend to them sympathy in the loss of their father, Mr. Will Patterson of Grace Chapel who passed away at a Fort Worth hospital after a short illness. Friday October 22 Mrs. Cravens Dies Early Wednesday Mrs. Mary Carlisle Cravens, 57, died early Wednesday morning following an illness of several months. Funeral services were held at four o'clock Wednesday afternoon at the Presbyterian Church with the pastor Rev. John M. Patterson and Rev. S. M. Bennett officiating. Burial was in the Arlington Cemetery with the Luttrell Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. Active pall bearers were Frank Bates, Sam Owens, Tom Lee, Harold Watson, Forest Green and Fisher Denny. Honorary pall bearers were J. I. Carter, J. A. Kooken, Mike Ditto, Alex Vaught, Charley Coulter, and Dr. F. L. Harvey. Survivors are one son, Carlisle Cravens, of Arlington, one daughter, Mrs. William Fitzhugh of Shreveport, La., stepson, T. L. Cravens, stepmother, Mrs. Julia L. Carlisle, Arlington and one brother, Justin Carlisle, Sherman. Mrs. Cravens, the widow of Dr. M. H. Cravens, pioneer Tarrant County physician, and daughter of the late J. M. Carlisle, one time State Superintendent of Public Instruction, was born in 1880 at Whitesboro. Texas, She attended public school in Austin and was given her degree at the University of Texas. After teaching in various public schools in the State, she moved to Arlington in 1901, where she taught with her father in the Carlisle Military Academy. In 1905, with Miss Margaret Smith, she founded a girls' school, Carlisle-Smith Institute, in Arlington. The school was closed after the first year. After the death of Dr. Cravens in 1921, Mrs. Cravens taught in the Arlington High School. In 1926 she moved to Austin, where she was employed in the State Department of Education. She returned to Arlington in 1930 and resided here until her death. She was a founder and charter member of the Shakespeare Club of Arlington and a leader in civic and religious activities. She was a member of the Presbyterian Church. Friday October 29 Services For Sam Kelly Are Held At Rehobeth Church Samuel D. Kelly, died suddenly, October 19, at his home in Alvarado, with acute indigestion. He was born October 21, 1879, at Sublett. His parents died when he was 10 years old, and his older brother, John W. Kelly and wife reared him. He was married by Rev. D. C. Sibley to Miss Allie Mayes, July 28, 1903. To them were born three children, all married and living. One son, J. Truman Kelly of Hollywood, California, two daughters, Mrs. W. F. Bollin, Los Angeles, Calif., and Miss Lucille Kelly, a film player known professionally as Miss Judith Barrett, whose residence is in Beverly Hills, survive. Mr. Kelly was loved by all who knew him. He was a man with a wonderful character. His friends spoke of him as "The best man that ever lived." He joined the Christian Church August 15, 1915. at Venus, Texas. Funeral services were conducted Friday, 2 p.m. at the Rehobeth Baptist Church. Burial was in the Church Cemetery. Music was furnished by Mrs. Gladys Nix and Miss Frances Richardson. Flower girls were nieces and little friends. Pall bearers were nephews, Jack Kelly and Bill Kelly, of Ft. Worth; Ewin Kelly, Handley; Roy Kelly, John Terrell Kelly and Byron Boles of Arlington. Other survivors are one sister, Mrs. W. L. McMurry, Fort Worth, Joe W. Kelly, Arlington; T. E. Kelly, Handley. Rev. S. E. Rose of Poly Christian Church conducted the funeral services. Friday October 29 W. F. Lyons Buried In Rehobeth Cem. W. J. Lyons, 80, died in a Fort Worth hospital Thursday morning of last week after a few days illness. He lived all of his life in the same house that he was born in, in the Webb community and was better known as "Uncle Billy." Funeral services were conducted at 3 p.m. Wednesday at the Webb Church and burial was in the Rehobeth cemetery with Moore Funeral Home in charge. Uncle Billy is survived by ten nieces and eight nephews. Friday October 29 SUBLETT Annie Leath The people of this community were saddened to hear of the death of Mr. Will Lynn (Lyons). He was better known to everyone as "Uncle Billie Lynn (Lyons)." His funeral service was held at Webb Friday evening with the burial in Rehobeth Cemetery. He is survived by ten nieces and eight nephews. We extend our sympathy to these bereaved ones. This community was cast into a gloom of sadness Tuesday when they received the news of the death of Mr. Sam Kelley (Kelly). At the time of his death Mr. Kelley was a resident of Alvarado, but is a former resident of this community. Friday October 29 Judge Lattimore Dies In Austin O. S. Lattimore, 72, associate justice of Texas Criminal Appeals Court, died at 5:50 a.m. Wednesday after a heart attack several days ago, at Austin. Judge Lattimore was prominent at a jurist, and also in affairs of Baptist Church. He was president on the Texas Baptist General Convention for three years and for the past ten years he has served as president of Trustees of the S. B. T. S. [Southern Baptist Theological Seminary] at Fort Worth. He was a trustee and lay member of a number of other colleges over the State. He served two terms as a State Senator from 1910 to 1918. He then became judge of the Court of Criminal Appeals and was successfully re- elected to that bench in 1924, 1930 and 1936. He had lived in Fort Worth for 30 years before he went to Austin in 1919. He began his law practice in Fort Worth. Several years later he was appointed Assistant County Attorney, and in 1899 Judge Lattimore was elected County Attorney and served three terms. Judge Lattimore was a great and good man with a wide usefulness. His was one of the most influential men in the State, and his death is a great loss to the public. His friends here in Arlington mourn over the loss of this grand old man. Friday October 29 JOHNSON STATION Mrs. Tyler Short Friends of Mrs. J. M. Beard deeply sympathize with her in the loss of her devoted brother, Mr. Tom H. Adkins of Arlington who passed to his reward last Tuesday night. Relatives of Mr. Sam Kelly of Alvarado were saddened last week when news came of his sudden death. Mr. Kelly was a brother of Mr. Bob Kelly formerly of this community. Friday October 29 Mrs. J. H. Wright Dies In Mansfield Mrs. J. H. Wright, 75, a resident of Mansfield for many years, died at her home Wednesday after an illness of several years. The funeral was held in Mansfield, Thursday afternoon at the Presbyterian Church. Mrs. Wright is survived by her husband, prominent banker in Mansfield and merchant; two sons, Lucien Wright, Fort Worth; William Wright, Mansfield; three daughters, Mrs. H. Clay Walker, Mrs. E. B. Spiller, Mrs. Joe Collins, all of Fort Worth, and five grandchildren. Mrs. Wright was well known in Arlington by the old settlers. Friday October 29 Mrs. Elliott Dies In Dallas Mrs. Harriett Rebecca Elliott, 85, former Tarrant County resident, died Sunday morning at the home of her son, F. W. Elliott at Dallas. Funeral services were held at her home at 11 a.m. Tuesday, with Rev. George W. Truett conducting the services, assisted by Rev. W. Douglas Hudgins. Burial was in the West Oakland Cemetery. Survivors are three other sons, J. B. and Earl W. Elliott, Dallas, and J. H. Elliott, Forney, and a daughter, Mrs. Henry A. Bredow, Dallas. Mrs. Elliott was one of the first white children born in the Tarrant County. She was the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. James Cate, among the earliest pioneers of the county. She was born at Minters Chapel, near Grapevine. She was a member of the Baptist Church for 70 years. She had lived a true Christian life, and was loved by all who knew her. She was known by many old settlers here. Friday November 5 James Curtis Graham Dies James Curtis Graham, 28, died at his residence 3 miles east of Arlington early Sunday morning. Survived by his widow, mother and father, Mr. and Mrs. Milton Graham; one brother, Ira of Killeen, Texas. Services were held at 4 p.m. Sunday at Church of Christ. Rev. S. M. Bennett and Rev. G. H. Stephenson officiated. Pallbearers were L. B. Lovell, Hall Barnes, Raymond Roden, Jack Peters, Charlie Hendricks and Arvie Jones. Honorary pallbearers were the employees of the Hobart Dayton Co. of Dallas and Fort Worth. Burial was in the Graham Cemetery near Killeen Monday morning at 11 o'clock. Lutterell Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements. Friday November 5 Graham Curtis Is Buried At Killeen Funeral services for Graham James Curtis [Two different articles in the paper. Correct name is James Curtis Graham], 28 who died at his home 3 miles east of town early Sunday morning, were held at 4 p.m. Sunday at the Church of Christ, with Rev. S. M. Bennett and Rev. G. H. Stephenson officiating. Burial was at the Graham Cemetery Monday morning at 11 o'clock at Killeen, with Luttrell Funeral Home in charge. He is survived by his widow; mother and father, Mr. and Mrs. Milton Graham; and one brother, Ira of Killeen, Texas. Pallbearers were L. B. Powell, Hall Barnes, Raymond Roden, Jack Peters, Charlie Hendricks and Arvie Jones. Honorary pallbearers were employees of the Hobart Dayton Co. of Dallas and Fort Worth. Mr. Curtis and Miss Lovie Curry had been married one year and four months. He was employed by the Hobart Dayton Company of Dallas and Fort Worth the past 11 years. He was in a sanitorium from June until two weeks ago when he was brought to his home here. Mr. Curtis was loved and respected by all that knew him. Friday November 5 Max Raney's Father Dies In Comanche Max Raney's father, Dave Raney, 80, was burned to death, Friday at noon, by an oil stove explosion in Comanche. Apparently Mr. Raney was making some adjustment on the oil stove when it exploded, as no one was in the house at the time of to render aid and he was burned to death. The house was completely destroyed and Mr. Raney was burned beyond recognition. The burial was in Comanche. Mr. and Mrs. Max Raney on their return from the funeral stopped over Saturday to visit with Mrs. Raney's parents, Mr. and Mrs. Walter Shelton. Friday November 5 PANTEGO NEWS Mrs. C. P. Sebastian Mr. and Mrs. W. B. Shelton attended the funeral of their friend Mr. J. W. Semmones, Jr., in Dallas Monday afternoon. Friday November 5 Mr. and Mrs. D. D. Dunning left Tuesday to attend the funeral of his niece, Ida Lee, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. C. L. Dunning of Ardmore, Okla. |
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