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SLOVER..............Henderson
Times, Dec. 4, 1928
Prominent East Texan Dead
Mr. & Mrs. John L. Slover of this city were recently called to Dialville on account of
the death of Mr. Slover's great-uncle, Mr. J. J. Dial, for whom that town was named. Mr.
Dial was one of the early settlers of East Texas, and was widely & favorably known.
Upon one of many floral offerings at the funeral was the following wording: "Father
of Dialville."
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SAXTON...........Henderson
Times, April 14, 1921
Luther Saxon Killed
Mr. Luther Saxon, formally a well known citizen of this county, was stabbed by a negro at
Carmona Thurs. of last week - and died Friday evening. His body was shipped to Timpson
Sun. & was laid to rest in the cemetery at Jumbo in this county Sun. afternoon. Mr.
Saxon was mill superintendent for W. C. Bagley at the time of the tragedy.
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SMITH..............Henderson Times, April 14, 1921
Mr. J. R. Smith
Mr. J. R. Smith, one of the County's best citizens, died at his hom in the Chapman
community Thurs. evening after a short illness. Mr. Smith was 71 years of age, had been a
citizen of this community for many years & was a strong factor for good. He was a
member of the Methodist Church. He is survived a wife & 4 children who have the
sympathy of their friends. Interment was in the Bridges Cemetery Friday afternoon.
Card of Thanks (under previous)
We wish to express our heartfelt thanks to the people of Chapman for the many kind deeds
done in helping us minister to the wants & needs of our dear husband & father
during his recent sickness & death. Words can not repay for the thoughtfulness in our
neighbors & friends; but may the Lord bless each and all is our sincere prayers. Mrs.
R. J. Smith & Family.
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SCOGGINS......Henderson
Times, April 21, 1921
Mrs. Roy Scoggins Dead
Mrs. Roy Scoggins died at her home in Shreveport Thursday night after a brief illness. The
remains were sent to the old home community for interment & was laid to rest in
Pleasant Hill Cemetery Saturday afternoon. Rev. E. K. Temple conducting the services. The
Times joins the friends & family in their expressions of sympathy.
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SANDERS............Henderson Times, April 21, 1921
Words of Appreciation
We wish to thank the good people of this community for their kindness & assistance
during the sickness & death of our husband & father. We appreciate the loyalty of
friends in time of need - and trust that we may be able in some way to render a great
service in return. Mrs. John Sanders & children. (The above notice reached us too late
for last weeks issue of the Times - Editor)
SANDERS............Henderson
Times, April 7, 1921
Mr. John Sanders Dead
Rusk Co. lost one of its best citizens Mon. when Mr. John Sanders passed away at his old
home in Pine Hill at the age of 77 years. Mr. Sanders was born & reared in that
community & lived there during his long life. He was a member of the Methodist church
& lived a life in keeping with its teachings. He was one of those quiet, unassuming
characters who went about doing good without publishing it to the world. He had firm,
decided convictions as to right & wrong & lived a moral upright life. Mr. A. M.
Sanders & Dr. H. E. Sanders, both prominent business men of this city, and one
daughter constituted his family. Interment was at Pine Hill Tues. morning.
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SMITH..........Henderson
Times, Mar. 3, 1921
Mrs. J. A. Smith Passes Away
Mrs. J. A. Smith, the aged & saintly mother of state comptroller, Lon A. Smith, died
at the family home in Oak Hill Fri. afternoon after a brief illness. When her condition
proved serious, comptroller Smith was wired - but could not reach her bedside until after
she had passed away. Mrs. Smith was born at Cedartown, GA, in 1849 and removed to Texas
with her parents when a child. She was married to Mr. J. A. Smith on Sept. 23 rd, 1865.
She professed to Christ & united with the Missionary Baptist Church at New Prospect in
1863, her membership remaining with this congregation until her death. She was a devoted
christian, a kind neighbor, a tender devoted mother, a patient, sweet spirited woman in
all ways. She fulfilled her mission in life & was called home. To her aged companion
& surviving children, The Times extends expressions of sympathy. Internment was at New
Prospect Sat. afternoon, Rev. -- P. Morrow conductiong funeral services.
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TRUETT.................Henderson
Times, April 7, 1921
Children Burned with Barn
A very tragical affair occurred near Arp Friday afternoon when 2 little children, twins,
age 6, were burned up in a barn at the home of their father, Pete Truett. The report
reaching here is that the parents were absent from home some time Friday afternoon - and
when they returned their barn was burned down & trace could not be found of the
children. Their supposition was that the children had been playing with matches in the
barn, that hay, or some combustible matter had become ignited & that the children in
their confusion, failed to make their escape.
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THORNTON............Henderson
Times, Mar. 3, 1921 (or Feb. 24)
In Memory of Mrs. Tom Thornton
Our community has been made sad, a home made desolate, a husband robbed of the
companionship of a faithful wife, and children deprived of the council & advise of a
devoted mother. When on Jan. 9, 1921, the spirit of Mrs. Thornton left the sufferings of
this world and went to be present with the Lord. All was done that human hands could do,
but her spirit had to answer the call "Tis enough, come up higher." She leaves a
husband and 9 children, a number of grandchildren, a host of relatives to mourne her
departure. (Bible verses included) May her influence & her works follow through all
her children, may it ever be as a beconing hand, beconing us all, on & on in the work
of the Lord, until Jesus come. For the time may come when we too, shall leave this earthly
tabernacle of clay, and dwell with Him, who redeemed & saved us. May the loving ties
that bind father & children together, be strenthened by the death of the wife &
mother. Mrs. Thornton was 65 years & 3 months of age. Funeral services were conducted
by her pastor, Bro. Rider. A number of relatives & friends gathered to witness the
burial of this good woman. Her body was laid away in Stewart cemetery to await the
resurrection of the dead. May the devine spirit of God hover around the family, and
comfort the broken hearts. A friend of the family.
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