The Monroe News-Star
Tuesday, January 4, 1910
Page 2, Column 4
Mr. Ivy Davis received a telegram last evening announcing the death in
New Orleans of his sister, Mrs. Z.P. Blanks, which occurred at 6:30 p.m.
Mrs. Blanks was in her seventies, and had been an invalid for years,
though the end came as a shock at the time. The remains were brought up
to Columbia today where the interment will take place tomorrow. Miss
Dorothy Davis and Mr. Gleve Davis left this evening for Columbia to
attend the obsequies.

The Monroe News-Star
Wednesday, January 5, 1910
Page 2 & 6, Column 3 & 4
In Memory of Little Mary Alma Buatt.
Last Friday evening as the old year drew to a close the silent
messenger Death came into the home of Mr. and Mrs. H.W. Buatt of Bonita,
and took away their precious baby, Mary Alma, aged two years and seven
months.
How we all loved her, this dear little babe, whose smile was like unto
the April sunshine beaming alike upon all who came her way. God gave
this little flower to them for just a little while and then took it away
before its purity was dimmed by the coming years; fulfilled is its
gentle mission which was love-only love, and to the heart broken parents
is left but the memory of its dearness and its sweetness, and the hope
of reclaiming it some day.
At 2 o'clock on New Year's Day the many friends who had known and loved
this little child, sat in the church to hear the sacred burial rites and
as the Rev. Mr. Halliday stood before the little white casket and paid
the last tribute to the little life so soon ended the sobs of women
could be heard from all parts of the congregation while strong men found
their cheeks wet with uncontrollable tears.
The body was then conveyed to the Bonita cemetery and laid to rest
beside the loved ones who had gone before.
Our deepest sympathy goes out to the sorrowing father, mother and
little sister to whom this New Year has brought such bitter grief. May
God comfort them in this hour of darkness.
A FRIEND

The Monroe News-Star
Wednesday, January 5, 1910
Page 5, Column 3
Mrs. W.L. Green Dead.
Mrs. W.L. Green, who for a number of years was a resident of this city,
died at 9:30 o'clock last night at Homer where she had gone to visit
relatives. At her bedside, when death came were her children, Mr. D.C.
Green of Colorado, Texas; Mr. Ludie Green, Miss Katie Green, and Mrs.
Home Ross of Monroe. Her brother, Mr. S.R. Elland, of this city, was
also present (sic) as were other relatives. The remains will be taken
to Overton, Texas, where the funeral services will be conducted.
Mrs. Green owns a large two story residence on Breard street near
Second where she conducted a boarding house for some years. She and her
family occupied a high social position and she had many friends here who
will regret to learn of her death.

The Monroe News-Star
Thursday, January 6, 1910
Page 2, Column 4
Mrs. Green's Remains Carried to Overton.
It was with the deepest regret and sympathy that friends in Monroe
received the news of Mrs. W.L. Green's death, which occurred on Tuesday
in Homer, where she with her daughter, Miss Katherine Green, was
spending the holidays with relatives. Mrs. Green had been in failing
health for a year or more, but no one, not even the family, realized the
end was so near, and the announcement came as a shock.
Mrs. Green's remains accompanied by Miss Katherine Green, Mrs. Hope
Ross, and Mr. Clarence Green from Mexico, were carried yesterday to her
old home in Overton, Texas, for interment. Mr. S.R. Elland and Mr.
Ludie Green returning to Monroe.

The Monroe News-Star
Monday, January 10, 1910
Page 4, Column 4
Another Gone Home.
Mrs. Walter M. Kent died in her home in West Monroe Sunday, Dec. 26,
1909. Her death was caused from heart trouble although she had been in
ill health for several years.
She leaves a husband and eight children to mourn her loss. She was a
good mother and a faithful wife and has now gone to reap her rewards in
Heaven. Deep sympathy is extended to the bereaved ones and may they
look to Him for comfort in this dark hour.

The Monroe News-Star
Wednesday, January 12, 1910
Page 2, Column 3
Mr. H. D. King Laid to Rest.
This morning at 10:30 was held the funeral of Mr. Henry D. King,
services being conducted at his late residence on Walnut street by
Rabbie I. Heinberg in the presence of a large number of friends and the
order of the Knights of Pythias, of which he was an honored and
cherished member.
Before the appointed hour the home was filled with sympathizing
friends, who came to pay the last respects to one whom they held in high
esteem, both in t business and social world of Monroe, and as the flower
ladened (sic) casket circled by bereaved widow and children, held all
that was mortal of husband and father. Mr. Heinberg opened the services
with a most beautiful and touching prayer, followed by a eulogy on the
life and character of Mr. King, as bound by the ties of home and as
connected with the business interests of Monroe with which he has always
been prominently identified.
After closing his remarks under the escort of the Knights of Pythias,
the active pall bearers bore the remains to the hearse, which was
followed to the cemetery by a large concourse of friends, the last sad
rites being conducted by the Pythian order, closing with a benediction
prayer by Rabbi Heinberg.
The active pall bearers were Messrs. W.H. Faulk, Eugene Windes, Chas,
Schulze, Sig Marx, J.P. Parkr, Sr., Leon Hesdorffer. Honorary pall
bearers, Mayor A.A. Forsythe, C.A. Downey, H.R. Speed, Neil Stafford, W.
Garrett, B.K. Fluker, D. W. Faulk, E. Fudickar, F. Endom, E.C. Tew, R.B.
Blanks, Jr., Mr. Hoffman, Chas Guerriero, Joe Lemie, H.P. Marx, Jonas
Meyer, J.S. Bloch, D. Masur, A.S. Kuhn, I. Baer, L. Fox, Sig Haas, P.
Leigbright.
To sustain her in her great bereavement Mrs. King had with her Miss
Sarah Mueller of New Orleans, and Mrs. Schulze of Mobile, sisters, who
responded to telegrams announcing Mr. King's critical illness.

The Monroe News-Star
Wednesday, January 12, 1910
Page 5, Column 4
Death of Mrs. Amis-Murdock.
Special to the News-Star.
Tallulah, La., Jan. 11.-At 2 o'clock last night on the Fortune Fork
plantation in this parish there died Mrs. Annie Amis-Murdock, widow of
William B. Murdock. Mrs. Murdock was the daughter of Mrs. Henrietta
Amis, a life time prominent resident of this parish.
Mrs. Murdock is said to have died testate, and it is reported to have
bequeathed her property to her two nices, Mrs. Annie A. Sehas of
Memphis, and Mrs. Bynum Amis-Farrar of this parish. Her death was not
unexpected, as she for a long time had been a sufferer. She was the
owner of two of the largest plantations in this parish, the "Banner" and
"Fortune Fork".
Her remains will be conveyed to Port Gibson, Miss., for interment.

The Monroe News-Star
Monday, January 17, 1910
Page 8, Column 2
Died From Knife Wounds.
Alex Moore who was cut at a dance near Boeuff river shortly after
Christmas, died Friday and was buried yesterday. It is alleged that
Moore went to the dance in a n intoxicated condition and that he
persisted in raising trouble which finally ended in the fatal fray
which, according to reports, was participated in by half a dozen others.
More it is said, began by trying to set fire to the negro musician's
head. This grew tame and he is said to have kicked the violin from the
negro's hands and smashed it when the negro refused to play a certain
tune. Other men at he dance, driven to desperation, undertook to quit
Moore when he began fighting. A free-for-all fight began and when the
melee was over Moore was found cut all to pieces nearly.

 

The Monroe News-Star
Tuesday, January 18, 1910
Page 2, Column 3
Death of Henry T. Smoot.
The following from a Birmingham paper will be of interest to many in
Monroe, who cherish the memory of Mr. Henry T. Smoot, who for several
seasons was so popular in Monroe society:
Harry T. Smoot, aged 27 years, died yesterday morning at 7 o'clock at a
local hospital, succumbing to an attack of blood poisoning brought on by
a small knife wound in the leg. The remains will be sent this morning
at 7 o'clock by the undertaking firm of Mewbourne & Spain to
Childersburg for interment. The deceased is survived by a brother of
this city and other relatives. He was well known and quite popular in
Birmingham, having for years been engaged as court reporter.

The Monroe News-Star
Monday, January 24, 1910
Page 5, Column 1
PROMINENT CITIZEN PASSES TO REWARD
DR. E.N. POTTS DIED EARLY TODAY AT COUNTRY HOME.
Was Ill Only a Few Days When Death Came-Funeral Will Be in Bastrop
Tomorrow.
Dr. E.N. Potts, one of the best known citizens of Ouachita parish, died
at his home on Island DeSiard at 2:30 o'clock this morning after a short
illness. This announcement will be a distinct shock t the hundreds of
friends of Dr. Potts in Monroe as it has been scarcely a week since he
was in the city enjoying his usual good health. Dr. Potts was born at
LaGrange, Tennessee, something over sixty-six years ago, but for many
years past has made his home in Ouachita parish where he has
successfully practiced his profession. He was a true southern gentleman
and none knew him but to love and respect him for his many good traits
of character. He was a devout Christian, a member of the Masonic order
and of Henry W. Allen Camp, United Confederate Veterans.
Besides a host of friends both in Ouachita and Morehouse parishes Dr.
Potts is survived by four daughters, Mrs. C. Sholars, Mrs. C.M. Calhoun,
Mrs. W.C. Steel, Mrs. Dr. G.N. Trezevant; a sister, Miss Mary Potts, and
a brother, Judge W.N. Potts, of this city.
The funeral services will be held at Bastrop tomorrow morning at 11
o'clock and will be conducted with Masonic honors. Following are the
active pall bearers: R. L. Moore, Grayson Guthrie, D.C. Tidwell, F.N.
Guthrie, J.A. Perry, A.L. Smith, C.W. Phillips, J.I. Stevens. All these
gentlemen are neighbors. The honorary pall bearers named are: J.G.
Boutz, J.A. Peek, Dr. J.H. Slaughter, John E. Hanna, Col. F.G. Hudson,
Leonidas N. Polk Col. T.P. Shelton, L.A. Ross, R. D.H. Key, J.P.
Kirkpatrick, C.H. Calhoun, W.A. Collins, Dr. F.A. Brown, George Tisdale,
Col. Frank P. Stubbs, Dr. R.L. Credille, James M. Anderson, Capt. W.P.
Renwick, Dr. R.W. O'Donnll, Hon. Fred Endom, W.S. Grayson.
Besides the honorary pall bearers named from Monroe a number of others
are expected to go from here.

 

The Monroe News-Star
Tuesday, January 25, 1910
Page 2, Column 2
Dr. E.N. Potts Laid to Rest.
On this morning's 7 o'clock A.L.&G. train quite a party went up to
Bastrop to attend the funeral of Dr. Edgar N. Potts of Sterlington, who
was laid to rest at 11 o'clock this morning in the Episcopal cemetery of
that place.
Dr. E.N. Potts was another of our honored veterans and has been in the
rank and file of life's march for three score years and more, and on
Sunday eve when the summons came he silently stepped aside and his
comrades passed on. Being a member of Henry W. Allen Camp he was
cherished and loved by the Daughters of the confederacy, and was one of
the first upon whom they bestowed the cross of honor which he highly
prized in reverence of the cause for which he fought with true southern
valor. As members of Henry W. Allen Camp and Daughters of the
Confederacy left this morning to pay their last respects to a beloved
comrade and friend, they bore with them a beautiful Confederate floral
offering from the Monroe Chapter U.D.C. and a flag he loved so well,
with which to shroud his coffin and as the last sad rites were
pronounced at the grave and a prayer ascended to our Father in Heaven
two flags were draped at half mast at the head of the flower covered
mound.
Those from Monroe to attend the funeral were Judge and Mrs. W.N. Potts,
Mr. J.J. Potts, Miss Mary Potts, Mrs. Eleanora Douglass, Mr. and Mrs.
F.G. Hudson, Mr. F.G. Hudson, Jr., Judge and Mrs. A.A. Gunby, Captain
W.P. Renwick, Dr. D.H. Key, W.A. O'Kelley, D. Boutz.

The News-Star
Tuesday, January 25, 1910
Page 2, Column 3
In Memory of Robert Floyd McQuiller
A bright star, a darkened land.
A flash of lightning.
A heaven of midnight darkness,
A ray of sunshine, a clouded sky.
A beautiful, dazzling cloudless day-the Grim Reaper chose a fitting o
to cut down in the bloom of youth, a life as young, as beautiful, as
spotless.
When a flower has bloomed and shed its fragrance it droops and as a
consequence we expect it to die; but when a bud is ruthlessly cut down
in its fresh opening, we can only see the injustice, and cannot stay the
words of regret.
A true and staunch friend, and affectionate brother; the crowning glory
of his life was the touching devotion to his mother, a marked feature
throughout his illness. His every thought was for her whom he placed on
a pedestal of womanly goodness. A lingering memory, of Floyd which can
never be obliterated is the great love he bore his mother.
O'er his memory is cast a halo with blessings of Him "whose will shall
be done," and in the darkest hour of deep grief and sorrow is born the
sweet consolation that "Those God love die young."
A FRIEND
The Monroe News-Star
Tuesday, January 25, 1910
Page 5, Column 2
George Heard Dead.
George Heard, a well known young man, died at 11:30 this morning at his
home on Grammont street from that dread disease, consumption, after an
illness lasting several years. He is survived by his mother, Mrs. Julia
Heard, who is the only remaining member of the family. The funeral
services will be held at St. Matthew's Catholic Church at 10 o'clock
tomorrow morning and will be conducted by Father C. Mahe. Interment
will be in the Catholic cemetery immediately after the church services.

The Monroe News-Star
Wednesday January 26, 1910
Page 1, Column 6
W.A. SKINNER TOOK OWN LIFE
WELL KNOWN MAN SOT HIMSELF THROUGH HEART EARLY TODAY.
NO CAUSE IS KNOWN
Placed Weapon to Breast and Pulled Trigger, after Calling the Porter and
Telling Him What He Was About to Do-Remains Were Sent to Mer Rouge for
Interment.
W.A. Skinner, bar tender at Bell & Hollingsworth's salon near the Iron
Mountain passenger depot shot and instantly killed himself about 6:30
o'clock this morning. Whether the shooting was an accident or was done
purposely is questioned by some but from what could be learned it seems
to be a plain case of suicide. Mr. Skinner went to the saloon and
opened up at the usual hour this morning and no one seemed to notice
anything unusual about his manner. He conversed with several railroad
men who were at the saloon. About 6:30 o'clock it is said he called to
the negro porter and told him he was going to kill himself. The porter
told him not to do that and made a move to take the pistol when Mr.
Skinner pulled the hammer back and the porter being frightened jumped
back. He then placed the pistol to his breast and fired one shot, the
bullet passing through his heart and causing instant death. He stood a
moment after the shot, staggered and fell dead behind the bar.
Coroner Surghnor was immediately notified and was soon on the scene.
He empaneled (sic) a jury and heard the testimony of several witnesses
after which the jury returned a verdict that Mr. Skinner came to his
death at his own hands with suicidal intent.
Immediately after the verdict, friends took the remains in charge and
had them prepared for shipment to Mer Rouge where his family resides.
The Northbound Iron Mountain train was late and the remains left Monroe
about 11:30. Mr. Skinner was the father of thirteen children, six of
whom survive him besides his wife.
Mr. Skinner has resided in Morehouse and Ouachita parishes most of his
life and during that time has made many friends. The general comment is
"a good man is gone."
When a very small boy he took care of a widowed mother and younger
brother. Since attaining manhood he has been equally considerate of his
family. Why he committed the rash act is a mystery to his friends. His
family relations were the most pleasant and there is no known cause why
he should have taken his own life.

The Monroe News-Star
Thursday, January 27, 1910
Page 5, Column 4
Suspicious Death of Negro.
E.N. Hansford, section foreman on the Monroe & Southwestern railroad,
died suddenly at his home on North Eighth street last night. It was
reported today as a case of suicide, but from what can be learned he
came to his death from natural causes. After asking a woman to remain
with him until 1 o'clock and upon her refusing, he took something from a
small bottle with the remark that she would be sorry. In a short time
he was delirious and ran from the house. He was caught, but died on his
front gallery before he could be taken to his room. The bottle
contained medicine that a physician who had been treating him had
prescribed.

The Monroe News-Star
Friday, January 28, 1910
Page 4, Column 3
Death of Mrs. Anna D. George.
This morning at 4 o'clock, Mrs. Anna D. George, the beloved mother of
Dr. L.C. George, breathed her last at his home on Washington street,
after a lingering illness of several weeks.
Mrs. George was in her seventy-second year, the widow of Mr. J.W.
George, a banker in New York, and after his death came south in
seventy-six, residing here since that time. Beside Dr. L.C. George of
Monroe, to mourn her loss, she also leaves another son, Mr. J.N. George
of San Antonio, who was too ill to attend her during her last illness,
and a sister, Mrs. H.L. Pugh of West Monroe.
The funeral took place this afternoon at 2 o'clock from the residence
where a large concourse of friends assembled to pay their last respects.
Rev. J.U.H. Whaton conducting the services, her remains being laid to
rest underneath the beautiful shade of Hasley cemetery on the West Side.

The Monroe News-Star
Saturday, January 29, 1910
Page 2, Column 3
Tribute to Dr. Potts.
Sixty-six years ago, near Lagrange, Tenn., a child was born. When a
mere boy the parents of that boy moved to Morehouse parish, La., and
engaged in planting. On the 6th day of March 1862, at the age of 20
years, that young man took the oath to serve three years or to the close
of the war, as a soldier in the army of the Confederate States of
America. For more than 3 years he followed the flag that was furled in
deefat (sic) in the year 1865. During those years, this young man took
part in a number of battles. He left Bastrop, La., as private, in the
company known as "The Morehouse Stars." Capt. J.H. Stevens commanded
it, and later, became Co. F. 12th La. Regiment, army of Tennessee.
After the close of the war, that young man studied medicine and
commenced to practice medicine in the Parish of Ouachita and continued
to practice medicine, until the date of his death last Sunday, Jan. 23d,
1910. That man was Dr. Edgar N. Potts.
Dr. Potts was rated as a good physician, and enjoyed the confidence of
all who knew him. He was a devout member of the Episcopal church, he
was a Mason, in high standing and a member of the Confederate Veterans
Camp at Monroe. Last Tuesday he was buried in the cemetery at Bastrop.
The services in the Episcopal church were conducted by Rev. H. R. Carson
of Monroe and Rev. Sidney Dixon of Bastrop. The Masonic services were
read at the grave by Dr. J.F. Watson of Bastrop, and the burial services
of the Confederate Veterans, were read by Commander Capt. W.P. Renwick
of Monroe. The day was pleasant and there were present at the burial a
large number of prominent ladies and gentlemen from Ouachita and
Morehouse parishes. Dr. Pott's wife died several years ago. He leaves
to mourn his death, four daughters who are all married.-Mer Rouge
Democrat.

The Monroe News-Star
Monday, January 31, 1910
Page 3, Column 2
MR. SKINNER'S DEATH.
Story From Mer Rouge Concerning Unfortunate Affair.
Wednesday at 6:30 a.m., in the Stagg Saloon in Monroe, W.A. Skinner,
night bar tender in the saloon, killed himself by shooting a pistol ball
into his heart. He died instantly. No real reason is known why he
killed himself. Mr. Skinner had been up all night and in charge of the
saloon. At 6:30 he called to a negro man who was in charge of the bar
where negroes were sold liquors, and told him good bye and said to the
negro he was going to kill himself, and followed the words up by picking
up a pistol that was in the saloon, put it to his breast, fired it and
then laid the pistol on the bar and fell.
Mr. Skinner was 54 years old and leaves a wife and six children who
reside in Mer Rouge.
Mr. Skinner was well liked by all who knew him and his death will be
regretted.
He was a member of the K. of P. Lode at Mer Rouge and carried an
insurance on his life for $3000.

He was brought to Mer Rouge on the North bound train on Wednesday and
was buried in Bastrop on Thursday a.m. He was taken care of and buried
by the Knights of Pythias.-Mer Rouge Democrat

The Monroe News-Star
Monday, January 31, 1910
Page 3, Column 4
In Memory of Floyd McQuiller.
On the morning of the 20th inst. We were shocked by a message from
Monroe, saying "Floyd McQuiller is dying." We hoped that there might be
some mistake but it ws too true, and on last Saturday, the 22nd, we saw
his body lowered into te (sic) ground and concealed from our view. We
miss him, O so much, but we can have the consolation to know that he
lived a Christian life and feel that he is at rest now. His last words,
as he looked into my face were, "Harry, I am going to die." I have lost
many friends but I never hated to give up one as I did Floyd.
Floyd was a grand, noble boy. Every one who knew him loved him, but he
will be missed most in a home where a mother's heart grieves as only a
mother's heart can.
One of the finest traits of a young man's character is his devotion to
his mother. In this Floyd could hardly have been excelled, his every
though, his every word was to spare his mother. He fought death and
clung to life for her sake. He was 19 years old. I think I may say the
whole neighborhood joins me in extending sympathy to the bereaved
family.
FROM ONE WHO LOVED HIM.

The Monroe News-Star
Monday, January 31, 1910
Page 8, Column 5
DEATH OF A.H. MITCHELL.
Father of Deputy Sheriff Jesse W. Mitchell of This City.
The Greenville Morning Herald of Greenville, Texas, pays the following
tribute to A.H. Mitchell of this city:
Between seven and eight o'clock last evening the immortal spirit of
A.H. Mitchell passed from earth to the God who gave it.
Mr. Mitchell has been in ill health for several weeks. Recently he had
improved and his family and friends had hoped that his recovery would be
permanent but he was taken with a violent attack of uremia and the end
come (sic) suddenly.
A.H. Mitchell was born and reared to manhood in Georgia, the home of
great preachers, orators and statesmen and was 52 years old. He was
absolutely a self-made man, never having had the benefit of more than 12
months schooling. This statement in view of his brilliant mental
equipment, wide information and profound research into theology, law and
literature, will cause surprise to those unacquainted with his early
life. He was a farmer boy with few advantages, and the hard conditions
that he bravely met and overcame, the days of toil and the nights of
study, the difficulties that he surmounted, all marked him a character
of no ordinary mould. (sic) When twenty years of age he was married to
Miss Nancy Elliott. From this union eleven children were born, ten of
whom together with his bereaved wife, survive him. He early prepared
himself for the ministry and from the date of his ordination until
overtaken with a serious illness, from which he never fully recovered,
was one of the most brilliant, effective and eloquent ministers of the
Baptist church in the South. He was pastor of a prominent Baptist
church in Atlanta, Georgia, and also served the Washington avenue church
at Dallas and the First Baptist church at Austin. He came to Greenville
in 1897 and was pastor of the First Baptist church here and was when his
health failed, one of the most powerful as well as popular preachers who
ever filled a pulpit at this place. In later years he was a practicing
attorney and was highly esteemed for his ability and integrity by his
associates of the Greenville bar.
A.H. Mitchell was in many ways a remarkable character. He was an
orator of the first class. He had a quick mind, a vivid imagination and
his language was chaste, ever bordering upon the classic. He felt
deeply upon many questions. His emotions were easily stirred and his
speeches and addresses were often marked by the fires of inspiration.
When fully aroused his appeals were impassioned and men were swayed by
the magic spell of his soul-stirring eloquence.
His sense of humor was refined. His wit flashed and scintillated, and
his satire not often used, was as keen as a scimitar.
He was a kind and genial man. Until overtaken by sickness, he
continually radiated joy and sunshine and even in affliction he burdened
no one with complaint. He possessed the heart of a hero, the mind of a
master, the inspiration of a poet, the temperament of an artist, the
modesty of a maiden, the instinct of a true gentleman. A.H. Mitchell
had many friends and no enemies. He was the soul of honor. He was free
with that which he had to give. His sympathies were ever with the weak
and defenceless (sic) and wrong and injustice aroused his indignation.
He had high ideals and he was ever ready to defend them. He was a kind
and loving husband and father, a good citizen, a useful man. Now that
his gentle spirit has been called from earth, those who loved him here
find consolation in the thought that life's fitful dream ended, he rests
in peace: awakened where sorrow cannot sadden the soul or affliction
chill the heart.