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DABBS, MRS. W. R.: Mrs. W. R. Dabbs, an aged widow lady of this place, died Monday and was buried Tuesday in the cemetery, at this place. [Date: 5/11/1904, Vol. II, No. 14, Page 1] DAILEY, BARNY: We were sorry to hear of the death of Barny Dailey. [Date: 4/13/1911, Vol. IX, No. 15, Page 2] DAILY, BONIE: Bonie Daily died last Friday morning of consumption and was buried Saturday. Rev. M. W. Swearengin conducted the funeral services. He leaves one daughter about 15 years old. [Date: 4/13/1911, Vol. IX, No. 15, Page 8] DAILY, JOHN: John Daily died last Thursday and was buried at Dotson Branch. [Date: 9/22/1910, Vol. VIII, No. 38, Page 2] DALE, W. H.: Esq. W. H. Dale Passes Away -- One of The Oldest Citizens of Clay County Answers The Summons of Death -- Celina, Tenn., Nov. 27. -- The death of W. H. Dale, of Butler's Landing, Clay County, Tenn., takes from the Upper Cumberland country one of the most useful men of this part of the State. He was one more of the old Confederates who have passed thought the dark valley. He was one of a family of six brothers who took part in the Civil War. The oldest brother was killed at Chickamauga. Four of the brothers are living, the youngest one 66 years ole. W. H. Dale would have been 73 years old if he had lived till the 10th of December. He had been a member of the County Court of Clay County about thirty years. He was a postmaster a number of years. Besides his magisterial work, he did a great deal of work as a pension agent. He was said to be one of the best legal advisers in the county, through he was not a licensed lawyer. He was a blacksmith by trade. In his young days he did a great deal of custom work for the farmers who lived around Butler's Landing. He never accumulated much property, but he owned the property where he lived, in Butler's Landing. He leaves a widow and a number of children and grandchildren. He was living with his third wife when he died. The Dale family is one of the oldest families of the State. The grandfather moved into that part of the State from North Carolina long before the State of Tennessee was organized. He took a part in all of Gen. Jackson's wars. Few men were better known in this county. He was a devout member of the church, and at the head of a Christian home. A number of his children are walking in his footsteps. His life was a great blessing to the country as well as his own family. The value of influence of the life of such a man can not be overestimated. [Date: 12/3/1908, Vol. VI, No. 45, Page 1] DANIEL, BABY OF TOM: The angel visited Tom Daniel's home last Sunday morning and claimed for it's victim their precious babe. [Date: 11/30/1911, Vol. IX, No. 48, Page 3] DANIELS, DAVE: Dave Daniels of Cassville in White Co., died at his sister's home last Saturday and was brought here Sunday for burial at Post Oak Shade graveyard. He was a brother of Jess and Mart Daniels of this place. [Date: 3/3/1910, Vol. VIII, No. 9, Page 7] DANIELS, ELIZABETH A.: Mrs. Elizabeth A. Daniels died at her home in Algood Tuesday, June 24, 1908. She was about 87 years old, and a member of the M. E. Church, South. She had been an invalid for several years. [Date: 7/1/1908, Vol. VI, No. 22, Page 1] DANIELS, OSCAR: Death has again visited our community (Baker's Lick) and claimed Oscar Daniels, aged 18 years. He leaves a father, mother five sisters and one brother. He was buried at Cherry Creek Sunday. [Date: 3/31/1910, Vol. VIII, No. 13, Page 4] DAUGHERTY, CHARLEY: The death angel visited in our family and claimed little Charley Daugherty, a grandson. (Kearney, Missouri -- Sallie Willett) [Date: 6/29/1911, Vol. IX, No. 26, Page 2] DAVIS, CARSON: Little Carson Davis died last Monday night and was buried at the Ada graveyard. . . (Ahloso, OK) [Date: 1/4/1912, Vol. X, No. 1, Page 2] DAVIS, DAUGHTER OF ESQ. ROBERT: Last Monday the 13 year old daughter of Esq. Robert Davis, who lives near Baxter, was accidentally shot and killed by a young man named Brogden. It is reported that he had been shooting at target, and thinking his gun, a 22 caliber rifle, was empty, pointed it at the girl and pulled the trigger, with the above result. [Date: 4/27/1904, Vol. II, No. 12, Page 1] DAVIS, FRANKLIN: Franklin Davis died at his home miles southwest of town on Monday, August 14, 1905, and was buried the following evening. He had been suffering from consumption for about a year. [Date: 8/16/1905, Vol. III, No. 28, Page 1] DAVIS, HENRY P.: Putnam County Loses One of Her Best Known Citizens - Henry P. Davis died at his home in this city last Sunday afternoon from a complication of diseases, his fatal illness being brought on from exposure and getting wet while attending the funeral of Capt. Walton Smith two weeks ago. While all knew he was very low, the news of his death was a great shock to our citizens. He was buried Monday evening with Masonic rites, Rev. W. H. Carr assisting, in the presence of an immense concourse of friends and neighbors, who came to pay their last tribute of respect to the honored dead. Henry P. Davis was born in September, 1844, in what is now the First district of Putnam county, but was then a part of White county. When the Civil war broke out, although only a boy, he enlisted in Capt. Shaw's Co. 25th Tennessee Infantry, serving his full term of twelve months, and re-enlisted in Dibrell's cavalry, with which command he served until the end of the war, participating in many battles and campaigns, and making a fine reputation as a soldier. He mustered out at Washington, Ga., in May, 1865. After the war he returned home and worked for some time at the oil wells on Spring Creek, earning money with which he paid his way through Cumberland Institute, a school then flourishing in White county. In 1870 he was elected county court clerk of Putnam county, serving efficiently for eight years. He was a member of the legislature in 1881-2, retiring with added honors. Early in life he professed religion and joined the Cumberland Presbyterian church, since which time he had been an active member, and one who enjoyed a happy christian experience. He was an elder in the church at the time of his death. In the 70's he married Lydia Solomon, who survives him, as do also three daughters, Mesdames. R. P. Morgan and Whitley Hyder, and Miss Maggie; and six sons, O. M., Lem H., Roscoe, Edgar, Will and Newton. All were at his bedside but two, Lem and Edgar. He also leaves two sisters, Mesdames. Wm. Huddleston and Leroy Carr of this county, and three brothers Stephen D. and J. Richey of Texas, and John, who resides near Cookeville, as well as many other relatives, the family being large and influential. Henry P. Davis was one of the most widely known and best loved citizens of this section, and his death causes a loss that can never be filled. He was a model citizen, loyal friend and neighbor, a loving husband and indulgent father. The Herald unites with the entire community in extending heartfelt sympathy to the bereaved ones. [Date: 3/25/1903, Vol. I, No. 7, Page 8] DAVIS, JANE: Miss Jane Davis died this morning at the home of her brother, Morgan Davis, after a long illness. She was about 75 years of age. Interment will be made at the West graveyard. [Date: 8/8/1912, Vol. X, No. 32, Page 5] DAVIS, JOHN: John Davis died at the home of Will Huddleston early Monday morning, after a long illness. Mr. Davis was 63 years of age, and had never married. He was a brother of the late Henry P. Davis. [Date: 2/1/1912, Vol. X, No. 5, Page 5] DAVIS, LUM: Lum Davis died at the home of his son Byrd, a few miles north of town on July 28, 1911, after a long illness. [Date: 8/10/1911, Vol. IX, No. 32, Page 5] DAVIS, MILDRED: Resolutions of Sympathy -- Being informed of the visit of the death angel to the happy home of Neighbor Travis Davis, which claimed as its victim, little Mildred, their only childhood jewel, we the member of Cookeville Camp, No. 12248, M. W. A., extend our heartfelt sympathies to Neighbor Davis and wife, and commend them to lay their burdened hearts on the alter of God's love, . . . [Date: 2/17/1909, Vol. VII, No. 7, Page 7] DAVIS, MILDRED: Mildred, infant daughter of Mr. and Mrs. M. T. Davis died at Meridan, Miss. Sunday, Jan 31, 1909, aged about nine months. The remains were sent here and beried (sic) at the West graveyard. Services were held at the home of Mrs. Belle Huddleston. Mrs. Davis is sick and so could not make the trip to Cookeville. [Date: 2/3/1909, Vol. VII, No. 5, Page 5] DAVIS, MRS. MONIE: Mrs. Monie Davis was buried at the Campground Sunday. She was a true christian. [Date: 4/14/1910, Vol. VIII, No. 15, Page 3] DAVIS, MRS. T. A.: Mrs. T. A. Davis, who lived with her husband north of town died Sunday and was buried at Choate graveyard Monday. Rev. W. W. Baxter conducted the services. She had been a consistent member of the M. E. Church for 20 years. [Date: 8/12/1909, Vol. VII, No. 32, Page 5] DAVIS, NAPOLEAN: N. B. (Pole) Davis was killed by a man whose name has escaped us, in Nashville last Saturday night. His throat was cut, severing the jugular vein. Both men were employed by the T. C. railroad at Nashville. Mr. Davis was born in Putnam county, near Ensor, his father begin the late Esq. Robert Davis. The funeral was held at Baxter today, begin delayed in order that his mother and sister could come from Colorado. Pole, as he was called was about thirty years of age, and leaves a wife and two children. [Date: 12/4/1913, Vol. XI, No. 49, Page 3] DAVIS, STEPHEN: Stephen Davis died at the home of his son, W. M. Davis, three miles from town on Wednesday, March 30, 1904, and was buried in the Cookeville cemetery on Thursday evening, with Masonic honors. We hope to publish a sketch of his long life in the near future. [Date: 4/6/1904, Vol. II, No. 9, Page 8] DAVIS, STEPHEN D.: New reaches us of the recent death of Stephen D. Davis at his home near Eliasville, Texas. He was a brother of Henry P. Davis, and formerly well known in Putnam County. [Date: 1/4/1912, Vol. X, No. 1, Page 5] DAVIS, W. G.: Judge W. G. Davis died suddenly at the home of his son, Dr. S. D. Davis, in this city about 8 o'clock Saturday night, March 26, 1910. He was buried at the family graveyard on Sunday. Judge Davis was widely known and highly esteemed through this section of the state. [Date: 3/31/1910, Vol. VIII, No. 13, Page 4] DAVIS, WILLIS: Willis Davis died at his home 3 miles south of Cookeville on the night of the 10th, inst. [Date: 8/12/1903, Vol. I, No. 27, Page 1] DAVISON, ELIZABETH: Mrs. Elizabeth Davison, the widow of Nathan Davison, died July 8, 1910, and was buried the next day by the side of her husband. She leaves three sons and two daughters. She was a member of the Christian church for many years. [Date: 7/28/1910, Vol. VIII, No. 30, Page 10] DAWS, JOHN: John Daws, who has been ill for some time, died early Saturday morning. He leaves a wife and several children. [Date: 1/27/1909, Vol. VII, No. 4, Page 3] DECK, INFANT OF LEWIS: Resolutions of Sympathy -- Algood, TN., Sept. 6, 1909. -- Death entered the home of Brother Lewis Deck and claimed their little one. . . . [Date: 9/23/1909, Vol. VII, No. 38, Page 1] DEERING, NOAH: Noah Deering died at his home a few miles south of this city Sunday night, April 9, 1911, after a brief illness with pneumonia. He was a well known and highly esteemed citizen, one that we can ill afford to lose. [Date: 4/13/1911, Vol. IX, No. 15, Page 5] DEERING, NOAH: Noah Deering died at his home on Pigeon Roost Creek the 10th and was laid to rest in the West Cemetery the 11th. [Date: 4/13/1911, Vol. IX, No. 15, Page 6] DEERING, NOAH: There will be many sad ones when they learn of the death of Noah Deering, who died at his home April 9, 1911, and was buried at West Cemetery April 10, in the presence of a large assembly of relatives and friends. He leaves an afflicted wife and five children and many friends to mourn his absence. Noah was 64 years, 3 months and 28 days of age. He was my brother in the Federal army, and also in Albert G. Davis Post No. 76, G. A. R. We both officiated in many decorations of the veterans' graves, but he will be absent at the next. The writer (Rev. M. Judd) officiated at the funeral services with a sad heart. We have decided to have a decoration of soldiers' graves at the West Cemetery on May 30, at 10 a. m. We cordially invite Confederate veterans to join with us and have a union decoration. Brethren, let us hear from some of you. [Date: 4/27/1911, Vol. IX, No. 17, Page 7] DEERING, WILLIAM: Wm. Deering was killed near his home three miles south of this city last Monday by a tree falling on him. His body was badly crushed, death being instantaneous. He was a son of Noah Deering and leaves a family. The funeral occurred on Tuesday at West graveyard. [Date: 12/19/1907, Vol. V, No. 42, Page 2] DENNIS, CHAS.: The shopping train on the T. C. railroad, leaving Nashville at 4 o'clock Wednesday afternoon, collided with a work train about four miles out of the city. Both engineers were killed, and about twenty passengers injured. Bud Cleveland was engineer on the passenger train and Chas. Dennis on the work train. Both firemen jumped and saved their lives. Among passengers, E. H. Boyd of this city was among the ones most seriously injured, being taken to a hospital in Nashville. Mr. and Mrs. R. L. Farley were also on the train. The work train was making for a side-track to meet the passenger when the trains net on a curve. [Date: 6/22/1911, Vol. IX, No. 25, Page 1] DENNY, FANNY: Mrs. Fanny Denny, wife of Mayor T. L. Denny, died at her home in this city on Saturday Sept. 12, 1908, aged about 53 years. While she had been in poor health for some time her friends did not realize her condition, and her death was a surprise. She was laid to rest in the city cemetery Sunday afternoon, many friends being present to pay respect to the loved departed one. Mrs. Denny had been for many years a devoted member of the Christian church, and died in the triumph of christian faith. She was a daughter of the late Chas. R. and Penelope Ford, and sister of Messrs. T. D. Ford Jas. F. Ford and Miss Cora Ford and Mrs. O. Ranchfuss of this city, and Mrs. Sallie Watson of Pittsburg, Pa. Five children survive Mrs. Denny -- Mrs. H. M. Jared, Mrs. O. K. Holladay, Mrs. W. M. McCluen, Miss Clara Denny, and Master Larimore Denny, all of this city. The sympathy of the entire community goes out to the family in their bereavement. [Date: 9/16/1908, Vol. VI, No. 33, Page 1] DENNY, INFANT OF MR. AND MRS. SAM: Mr. and Mrs. Sam Denny's little baby died recently. [Date: 3/27/1913, Vol. XI, No. 13, Page 7] DENNY, LESLIE: Accidentally Shoots Himself at Granville - This community was shocked by the receipt of news Monday morning that Leslie Denny had accidentally shot and killed himself at the home of his father-in-law, Mr. Trousdale, at Granville. Leslie was the son of Judge T. L. Denny of this city, and about 20 years of age. He leaves a widow and one child. The remains were brought here for interment, the funeral occurring Tuesday evening. The entire community sincerely sympathizes with the family in their great affliction. [Date: 12/16/1903, Vol. I, No. 45, Page 8] DENNY, T. L.: Judge Denny Dies Suddenly -- Judge T. L. Denny dropped dead of heart disease at his home in this city on Tuesday night, Sept. 12, 1911, at about 9 o'clock. His death was a great shock to the people of Cookeville, and Putnam county, where he was so well known. The funeral was conducted at the Denny home Wednesday evening, with Masonic rites. Judge Denny was 60 years of age and was one of the best known lawyers in this section. He had been frequently honored by election to public positions of trust, and was counted one of our best citizens. He was twice married, his first wife being Miss Frances Ford, who died a few years ago. Five children of this union survive, Mrs. H. M. Jared, Mrs. O. K. Holladay, Miss Clara Denny and Mrs. Will McCluen of Nashville. About two years ago Judge Denny married Mrs. Robertson of Mr. Juliet, who survives him. [Date: 9/14/1911, Vol. IX, No. 37, Page 8] DENNY, WIFE OF WILL: The death angel visited the home of Will Denny, June 11th, and took for its victim, Mr. Denny's beloved wife. The bereaved family have our heartfelt sympathy; we pray God's blessings rest upon them. [Date: 6/20/1912, Vol. X, No. 25, Page 5] DENTON, MOTHER OF DR. SAM: Mrs. Denton, mother of Dr. Sam Denton of Buffalo Valley died last week at the advanced age of 94 years, and was buried in White county. [Date: 2/21/1906, Vol. IV, No. 3, Page 1] DEWESE, MRS. J. M.: Mrs. J. M. Dewese died at her home in Cookeville on Saturday, Dec. 3, 1904, after a lingering illness from consumption, and was buried in the city cemetery Sunday at 2 o'clock. She was an estimable lady and had made many friends during her residence in this town. The Herald extends sincere sympathy to the bereaved family. [Date: 12/7/1904, Vol. II, No. 44, Page 1] DEWESE, WIFE OF J. L.: J. L. Dewese of Bryson, Saskatchewan, Canada, was here last week. His wife died and was brought all the way from the far northwest to be buried. [Date: 5/29/1913, Vol. XI, No. 22, Page 3] DIETZ, CHARLIE: Charlie Dietz was born Dec. 23, 1897, and died Jan. 29, 1905. He was a child of more than ordinary intelligence and sensibilities. He was one of those bright, witty, attractive children which always demanded attention. In the home, on the street, and everywhere he was always noticed. His picture of himself and his dog, which he had made without the knowledge of anyone, was perhaps the cutest thing he ever did. . . . [Supplement to the March 15, 1905 Issue] [Date: 3/8/1905, Vol. III, No. 6, Page 0] DIETZ, CHARLIE: Charlie Dietz, son of Mr. and Mrs. S. M. Dietz of this city, died at 10 o'clock Sunday morning, Jan. 29, 1905. He had been suffering with inflammatory rheumatism for several week, and finally pneumonia developed, which was the immediate cause of his death. Charlie was about 7 years old and a bright and kindly little fellow. Of such are the kingdom of heaven. The little form was laid away in the city cemetery on Monday afternoon, services being conducted at the residence by Rev. G. W. Nackles. The Herald extends its heartfelt sympathy to the sorrowing family. [Date: 2/1/1905, Vol. II, No. 52, Page 1] DILLARD, H. H.: Capt. H. H. Dillard, for many years a citizen of this place, died at Granville last Sunday. [Date: 10/5/1904, Vol. II, No. 35, Page 1] DILLON, INFANT OF TOM: The infant of Tom Dillon and wife of Waterloo died this morning July 15. [Date: 7/15/1903, Vol. I, No. 23, Page 4] DISHMAN, JOE: Joe Dishman was killed by the east bound passenger train last Friday, near Brotherton, his body being terribly mangled. He was subject to epileptic attacks and is supposed to have fallen on the track. [Date: 1/13/1910, Vol. VIII, No. 2, Page 3] DISHMAN, MILUS: Milus Dishman, father of Joe, died Friday night, after a long illness, and both were buried in one grave at Byers Cemetery on Sunday. [Date: 1/13/1910, Vol. VIII, No. 2, Page 3] DITTY, A. H.: Mr. A. H. Ditty died at his home in this city after an illness of several weeks, Thursday, October 17, 1907, and was buried in the city cemetery on Friday. Mr. Ditty was about 73 years of age and a well known and respected citizen. He leaves a wife and several grown up children. [Date: 10/24/1907, Vol. V, No. 34, Page 1] DITTY, MARGRET J.: . . . On the night of Aug. 4, 1904, the angel of death visited the home of our neighbor A. H. Ditty of West Cookeville, and summoned his beloved wife, Margret J. Ditty, to her eternal home. She was born Oct. 11, 1838, had been a consistent member of the M. E. Church South for a number of years, died in the triumph of a living faith and went home to God. She was laid to rest in city cemetery to await judgment day. We would say to her loving husband and affectionate children, weep not as those who have no hope. One day there will be a happy reunion where there is no more sighing, heartaches nor death, but joy, love and peace. [Date: 8/10/1904, Vol. II, No. 27, Page 6] DIXON, MRS.: Old Mrs. Dixon, who lived near Calfkiller, died recently, aged about 90 years. [Date: 7/5/1905, Vol. III, No. 22, Page 1] DIXON, MRS. PATE: Mrs. Pate Dixon died early Friday morning, and was buried Saturday on Falling Water at Bohannon graveyard. We extend sympathy to the bereaved family. The Lord's will be done. [Date: 5/2/1907, Vol. V, No. 9, Page 2] DORMAN, ADALINE: Mrs. Adaline Dorman died suddenly on Christmas day at the home of her son in Chicago, and was brought to this place and laid to rest beside her husband the late David Dorman, in the city cemetery. She was the mother of E. E. Dorman of this city, and Mrs. Carrie Rout of Harriman. [Date: 1/3/1906, Vol. III, No. 47, Page 1] DOTSON, SARAH: Mrs. Thomas Powell died last week, also Uncle George West, Aunt Sarah Dotson, and Prentice Harlin. [Date: 1/12/1913, Vol. XI, No. 4, Page 2] DOW, EMILY: Mrs. Emily Dow, wife of Hon. D. L. Dow, died at her home in this city Tuesday morning, July 27, 1909, after a long and painful illness. The funeral was held at the Baptist church, of which she had been a member for many years, at 10 o'clock Wednesday, and was largely attended. Interment was made in the city cemetery by Rev. L. S. Ewton of Watertown. Mrs. Dow was almost 81 years of age and had a wide acquaintance throughout this section of the state and was highly esteemed by all. She is survived by her husband and six children, J. B. Dow, D. W. Dow, Robert Dow and Mrs. W. W. Baker of this city, Mrs. Geo. Cowan of Monterey and Mrs. R. P. Baker of Sparta. [Date: 7/29/1909, Vol. VII, No. 30, Page 4] DOW, MARVIN: Marvin Dow, son of Mr. and Mrs. Willis Dow of this city, died on Monday August 19, 1907, and was buried Tuesday afternoon in the city cemetery. Marvin was about thirteen years old and a bright boy. He had been sick about a month with slow fever. [Date: 8/22/1907, Vol. V, No. 25, Page 2] DOWELL, JOHN: This community was shocked by the killing of John Dowell, a good and prosperous farmer. [Date: 2/28/1906, Vol. IV, No. 4, Page 3] DOWELL, JOSEPH: Joseph Dowell died at his home in Algood Wednesday morning, aged about 70 years. [Date: 5/30/1907, Vol. V, No. 13, Page 4] DOWELL, MARY: Mrs. Mary Dowell died Saturday night after a brief illness and was taken Sunday to the old home cemetery near Celina for burial. [Date: 2/24/1909, Vol. VII, No. 8, Page 9] DOWELL, PARSETTA: Miss Parsetta Dowell departed this life on the first day of January 1906. Parsetta was a daughter of Hickman and Attaline Dowell, the eldest of a family of twelve children, and was nearing her seventy-fourth year when the summons from above said "come up higher." She was a granddaughter of Maj. Richard F. Cooke in honor of whom Cookeville was named. "Pare" by which name she was familiarly known. Very early in young womanhood she became a member of Christ's church and lived a consistent and devoted member until her death, every keeping an eye of faith on the star of Bethlehem. She had been an invalid for seven years before her death and spent many painful and lonely hours, as one brother and herself constituted the family for a number of years before her death, but, alas, the pains are over, the invalid's chair is vacant, the voice which had for so many years spoke comforting and encouraging words to the family is hushed forever; the hands which had toiled so long are folded for the last time across her pulseless breath, and the "old home on the hill" knows her no more forever. She was laid to rest in the family burying ground at Cooke graveyard, where her busy body peacefully sleeps beneath the cedars, . . . [Date: 2/14/1906, Vol. IV, No. 2, Page 4] DOWELL, WIFE OF ROB: Rob Dowell's wife died last Thursday and was buried Friday. (Ada, OK) [Date: 3/9/1911, Vol. IX, No. 10, Page 11] DRAPER, B. R.: B. R. Draper died at his home two miles south of town, Sunday Sept. 24, 1905, after a long illness. He was buried at the Judd graveyard on Monday, with Masonic honors. Mr. Draper was a highly esteemed citizen, and it can be truly said of him that a good man has gone to his reward. [Date: 9/27/1905, Vol. III, No. 34, Page 1] DUBOIS, MARY: Mrs. Mary DuBois died suddenly Jan. 6 of heart disease. [Date: 1/13/1909, Vol. VII, No. 2, Page 1] DUBOIS, MARY: On the night of January the 6th at 9 o'clock the death angel visited our community and claimed for it's victim our beloved sister, Mrs. Mary DuBois. Mrs. DuBois was seemingly in perfect health till within a few minutes of her death. The deceased was a devoted Christian woman and did much to advance the cause of Christ. She was a member of the Freewill Christian Baptist Church at Johnson Stand. She leaves four sons and two daughters and a host of friends, whose number can only be described as those who knew her to mourn her loss. . . . [Date: 1/20/1909, Vol. VII, No. 3, Page 5] DUKE, MRS. JOHN: Mrs. John Duke of Ashland City died at some of her relatives near Clarksville. She was struck with paralysis and only lived a few hours. [Date: 3/11/1909, Vol. VII, No. 10, Page 2] DUN, MALLIE: Mrs. Mallie Dun died recently of consumption. [Date: 6/22/1911, Vol. IX, No. 25, Page 3] DUNBAR, HENRY G.: Henry G. Dunbar died at his home in Crossville Oct. 18, aged 48 years. He was one of Cumberland county's best known and most highly respected citizens. A native of Minnesota, he came south soon as the war, locating at Crossville, where he since resided. He was county court clerk master 11 years, resigning the latter office recently on account of failing health. [Date: 10/28/1903, Vol. I, No. 38, Page 4] DUNCAN, JOHN: John Duncan died near Duncan's Chapel in Overton county, April 27, 1910, aged about 87. Mr. Duncan was a Canadian by birth but had resided in that section for 40 years. [Date: 5/5/1910, Vol. VIII, No. 18, Page 5] DUNCAN, SCENDIA: Mrs. Scendia Duncan died at her home near this place last Tuesday evening. Her remains were laid to rest in White County in the Howell Cemetery. She was 70 odd years old and leaves a husband and a brother and many friends to mourn her loss. [Date: 3/16/1911, Vol. IX, No. 11, Page 3] DUNN, REV.: T. C. Fuqua wears a badge of mourning over the departure of Rev. Dunn. We extend our sympathies. [Date: 3/30/1904, Vol. II, No. 8, Page 5] DYER, BELLE: Miss Belle Dyer died at the home of her brother, W. L. Dyer of Dry Valley, yesterday, of cancer. [Date: 10/10/1907, Vol. V, No. 32, Page 1] DYER, JOHN E.: John E. Dyer is dead at Quebeck. He was a member of the First Tennessee regiment in the war with Spain, seeing service in the Phillips. [Date: 9/2/1903, Vol. I, No. 30, Page 1] DYER, MARTHA: On the 18th day of May, 1910, Mrs. Martha Dyer, wife of Mr. Wade Dyer, after many weeks of suffering with that dread disease of consumption, died at her home on Blackburn's Fork. She leaves a husband and six children, three boys and three girls, and a host of friends to mourn her loss. Sister Dyer was born forty-two years ago in Putnam County, but was principally raised in Jackson County. At the tender age of sixteen she became a member of Christ's Church and lived a consistent member until she was called from earth. She was laid to rest in the Carroll Dyer old graveyard, appropriate services begin held by brothers Walling, Watson and Hance Goolsby. . . . [Date: 6/9/1910, Vol. VIII, No. 23, Page 3] DYER, MOTHER OF WILBUR: The heartfelt sympathy of the brethren of Mt. View Lodge No. 179, I. O. O. F. is extended to Bro. Wilbur Dyer in his sad bereavement, occasioned by the death of his mother on the 19th inst. [Date: 4/25/1912, Vol. X, No. 17, Page 8]
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