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J.Q. Adams Killed at Boswell Saturday
The Soper Democrat January 31, 1918 – transcribed by Ron Henson
As stated in the Sunday edition of the Husonian, Boswell was the scene of a killing late Saturday afternoon. George W. Vickery, who lives at Spencerville went to the home of J.Q. Adams and shot him three times killing him instantly. Mr. Vickery was brought to the county jail here where he now awaits the action of the courts.
A representative of the Husonian interviewed him in the jail Monday morning and at first the defendant seemed unwilling to make any statement concerning the affair but during a running conversation he stated that he was born at Caldwell, Texas, thirty-five years ago, that he came to the Spencerville community in 1916 and that he was engaged as a freight hauler for Hunt & Sims, merchants of that city; that he came to Hugo Saturday morning after a load of freight, loaded his wagon and placed his team in the Hugo wagon yard, took the afternoon train for Boswell; that on Friday he learned from Mr. Sims that Adams had made certain slanderous remarks about him and the wife of Sims; that he admitted killing Adams but felt that the cause was justifiable.
Mrs. Sims is a sister-in-law to Mr. Adams and is raising two orphan children for Mr. Sims.
Vickery is a physical giant, being about six feet two inches in height, sandy complected and does not have the appearance of being a desperate man. He is single and has no relatives in this part of the country. – Husonian
The Soper Democrat February 21, 1918 – transcribed by Ron Henson
Mrs. Jake Weaver died at her home on the F.J. Huff place north of town, Tuesday morning. Death was due to pneumonia. Burial was had at Sugar Creek Tuesday afternoon.
The Soper Democrat February 21, 1918 – transcribed by Ron Henson
Lester, the 2 ½ year old son of Mr. and Mrs. U.T. Glinn, who live south of Boggy near Medford’s store, died Tuesday and was buried yesterday afternoon in the Soper cemetery. Death was due to measles and pneumonia.
The Soper Democrat February 21, 1918 – transcribed by Ron Henson
Mrs. Mary Henson, age 53 years, wife of Jno. Henson, died at the family home on the H.C. Williams place 5 miles northwest of Soper last Saturday, and was buried at Sugar Creek cemetery Sunday afternoon. Death was due to dropsy.
The Soper Democrat March 7, 1918 – transcribed by Ron Henson
Mrs. Wortham, wife of W.C. Wortham, who lives on the Griggs farm northwest of Soper, died last Thursday and was buried at Boswell Friday afternoon. Pneumonia was given as the cause of her death.
The Soper Democrat March 7, 1918 – transcribed by Ron Henson
The 14 year old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Marion Archie, who live about 8 miles northwest of Soper, died Tuesday night and was buried at Sugar Creek cemetery yesterday afternoon. The cause of her death was pneumonia.
The Soper Democrat May 16, 1918 – transcribed by Ron Henson
Saturday morning Nicholas Tom, an Indian who lived two and one half miles west of Soper, was found with his throat cut in the middle of the road near his home. He was discovered by some boys returning from a dance about 1:30. It is alleged that he and Ishom Nelson, Bud Jones and George Nelson had been drinking the evening before and trouble come [sic] up resulting in Nicholas’ throat being cut. At the inquest held before justice of the peace A.V. Cline, Saturday, Bud Jones and Geo. Nelson were bound over to the district court and Ishom Nelson was released. Mr. Tom’s burial was had at Jasper Sunday morning.
Later – The examining trial of Bud Jones was held before Justice Cline this morning and he was bound over to the District Court for trial. Geo. Nelson was released.
The Soper Democrat June 13, 1918 – transcribed by Ron Henson
The death angel visited Mr. and Mrs. J. Birchfield Monday afternoon and took away the little baby.
Death of Wilson Sauls
The Soper Democrat July 11, 1918 – transcribed by Ron Henson
Wilson Sauls, a prominent young farmer who lived a few miles north of Soper died at a sanitarium at Paris last Monday morning. The remains were brought to Soper Monday afternoon and were buried in the Crowder cemetery Tuesday afternoon, the funeral services being conducted by the Modern Woodmen of America, the funeral sermon was preached by Rev. J.E. Wright, pastor of the Methodist Church.
Mr. Sauls was stricken with appendicitis about two weeks ago and was taken to Paris for surgical operation. For some days after the operation he seemed to improve, but complications arose which proved beyond control of the doctors, and he passed away.
Mr. Sauls was the oldest son of Mr. and Mrs. Geo. Sauls, and was born Feb. 27th, 1894. He was married to Miss Iva Burrous on May 21, 1913, and unto them one child was born. He carried $2,000 insurance in the M.W.A.
Mrs. Nelson Dies
The Soper Democrat July 18, 1918 – transcribed by Ron Henson
Mrs. Cris Nelson Jr., daughter of Mrs. R.L. Cochran of this city, died last Thursday afternoon at 4 o’clock in a Paris Hospital.
Her remains were carried back to their old home in Wynne Nebraska for burial. Mrs. Nelson was only sick nine days. She was first taken with a severe case of la grippe, and malarial fever set up later, which caused her death. She was taken to a Paris Hospital, Wednesday of last week, but the doctors could do nothing for her. Her remains were brought to Antlers on the early morning train Friday and funeral services were conducted by Father Diltjens at the residence of Mr. and Mrs. R.L. Cochran before their departure on No. 6 for Wynne, Neb.
Mrs. Nelson was born in Wynne, Neb., just 20 years ago, at which place she was practically reared. She was united in marriage to Mr. Cris Nelson, Jr., of that place in June of last year, to their union one child was born, and together with her husband who is a U.S. Soldier in France survive her. – Antlers News Record
Killed in Auto Wreck
The Soper Democrat July 18, 1918 – transcribed by Ron Henson
Last Sunday morning about 2 o’clock while returning from Hugo, Frank Simpson was killed when the Ford the party were driving turned over. The accident happened about a mile west of town on the Boswell road near the home of R.T. Lester. Will Battiste of Boswell was driving the car when the accident happened. Simpson was brought to town where his wounds were dressed but he only lived a few hours. Simpson lived at Caney. The body was carried to Boswell where burial was had.
The car in which the accident happened is the same one in which Mr. Armstrong of Boswell met his death several months ago.
Mrs. H.M. Irby Died Monday
The Soper Democrat July 18, 1918 – transcribed by Ron Henson
After a lingering illness of several weeks, Mrs. H.M. Irby died Monday evening at 6 o’clock. Funeral services were conducted by Rev. Bluford Hudson of Texas, at the Holiness Shed in north Boswell at 2 o’clock Tuesday afternoon, following which interment was made in the Boswell cemetery where a large crowd of friends and sympathizers gathered to pay respect to this good woman who was dearly loved by all who knew her.
Deceased was born March 28, 1853 and since early childhood had lived a consecrated and useful life. To mourn her loss is left four children, F.L. Irby of Soper, W.W. and E. Irby and Mrs. W.I. Tucker of this city.
The bereaved relatives have the heartfelt sympathy of their many friends in this dark hour of sorrow and sadness. – Boswell News
Death of Mrs. C.D. Pirtle
The Soper Democrat October 17, 1918 – transcribed by Ron Henson
Mrs. C.D. Pirtle died last Thursday night at her home in Hugo, after a few days’ illness of influenza. The remains were brought to Soper Friday afternoon where burial was had in the city cemetery, conducted by Rev. J.E. Wright, pastor of the Methodist church.
Mrs. Theo Pirtle was 23 years of age, was practically reared in Soper, and was the eldest daughter of Dr. and Mrs. W.H. Allder, now living at Blue. Her many friends are deeply grieved to learn of her untimely death.
The Soper Democrat October 17, 1918 – transcribed by Ron Henson
Buster Patten, aged about 18 years, died at the home of his father near Jasper, Monday morning. Death was due to pneumonia preceeded [sic] by influenza. Burial was had in the Soper cemetery Monday afternoon.
Boswell Boy Killed in Action
The Soper Democrat October 24, 1918 – transcribed by Ron Henson
Mrs. Olivia Bryant, of Boswell, was notified by the war department today that her son, James Herman Bryant, was killed in action on the fields of France, Sept. 26. He was 24 years of age, and leaves a widowed mother and several brothers and sisters.
Young Bryant was among the first to go to Camp Travis from Choctaw County and had made a good record as a soldier, and his family and friends, although saddened by the news, have the consolation that he gave his life for humanity, to make the world a safe place for those to live who remain behind.
The News extends sympathy to the family and especially to the widowed mother. – Hugo News
Mrs. Oliver Roebuck
The Soper Democrat October 24, 1918 – transcribed by Ron Henson
Mrs. Willie Roebuck, wife of Oliver Roebuck died at the family home five miles northwest of Soper, Tuesday night at 11 o’clock. Death was due to pneumonia, superinduced [sic] by influenza. Interment was had in the Soper cemetery at 4 o’clock yesterday afternoon, services being conducted by Rev. J.E. Wright. Mrs. Roebuck was about 25 years old and besides a husband leaves four children to mourn her death. She was a true wife and mother and her untimely death is regretted by all.
Ezra Pettit Dies in France
The Soper Democrat October 31, 1918 – transcribed by Ron Henson
G.E. Pettit received a message from Washington, Tuesday, bearing the sad intelligence of the death of his son, Ezra, which occurred in a hospital in france [sic] on Sept. 29th. Death was due to bronchial pneumonia.
Ezra went to Camp Bowie with the draft on May 29 where he trained until July 15 when he was sent to France to fight the cause of humanity. He lived with his parents in the Atlas community and had many friends who will regret to learn of his untimely death.
Tonie Fail Died in Colorado
The Soper Democrat November 7, 1918 – transcribed by Ron Henson
News has been received by relatives here of the death of Tonie Fail, at Rockyford, Col., which occurred Monday afternoon at 3 o’clock. Burial was had at that place. Death was due to pneumonia.
Rayford Tonie Fail was about 28 years old, and was born in Hopkins County, Texas. He came to this country with his parents, Mr. and Mrs. T.J. Fail, in 1894, and lived here until about eight months ago when he moved to Colorado to work in a sugar refinery. He was a good man, and had many friends in this section who will regret to learn of his death. Besides a wife he leaves a 2 year old baby, Drunnell, and numerous relatives to mourn his death.
Death of Mrs. Yeargan
The Soper Democrat November 7, 1918 – transcribed by Ron Henson
Mrs. Sarah F. Yeargan died at the home of her daughter,
Mrs. Jim Swager, at Mena, Ark., last Sunday, following an attack of influenza.
Burial was had at the Oddfellows’ cemetery at Mena, Monday afternoon, services
conducted by Rev. Smith, pastor of the Baptist church.
Mrs. Yeargan was 69 years old and made her home in this city
with her son, Dr. W.M. Yeargan. She was on a visit with her daughter when she
was stricken with stomach trouble. She had about recovered from this illness
when attacked by the influenza. Mrs. Yeargan was truly a good woman, was a
member of the Baptist church since young womanhood. She made many friends during
her three years residence here who will be pained to learn of her death.
Eight children survive her, viz: Dr. W.M. Yeargan, Soper; B.Z.
Yeargan, Pittsburg, Kans., Mesdames Geo. Walker, Soper; L.C. Morris, Nashville,
Ark., G. Cecil, Umpire, Ark., F.M. Arwood, Mena, Ark., Chas Champbell, Egger,
Ark., and Jim Swager, Mena, Ark.
Card of Thanks
The Soper Democrat November 14, 1918 – transcribed by Ron Henson
We wish to thank the good people of Soper for their many kindnesses to us during the illness and death of our husband and father. – Mrs. Amy Casby and son
Lon Dodson Buried Here Sunday
The Soper Democrat November 21, 1918 – transcribed by Ron Henson
Lon L. Dodson died in New York last week and the body was shipped here and was buried Sunday afternoon in the city cemetery. Death was due to pnenmonia [sic].
Mr. Dodson was the son of S.L. Dodson of Antlers.
The Soper Democrat November 21, 1918 – transcribed by Ron Henson
Mrs. H.B. White was called to the bedside of her sister, Mrs. Will Jano, near Hugo, the first of the week. A message to Mrs. White this morning stated that Mrs. Jano had died. Death was due to influenza.
Geo. Anderson Dead
The Soper Democrat November 28, 1918 – transcribed by Ron Henson
Geo. Anderson, aged about 35 years, died at his home near Soper last Friday night. The remains were buried in the Crowder cemetery Saturday afternoon. Death was due to a cancer which he had been afflicted with quite a while.
He leaves a wife, five children and numerous relatives and friends to mourn his death.
His brother, Porter Anderson, and brother-in-law Jno. Hart, of Wilson, attended the funeral.
The Soper Democrat January 9, 1919 – transcribed by Ron Henson
Mrs. Mary McKee, aged 43 years, wife of J.M. McKee, who lived about 3 miles east of Soper, died Tuesday and was buried in the Soper cemetery yesterday afternoon.
Husband And Wife Die While On Visit
The Soper Democrat January 9, 1919 – transcribed by Ron Henson
During the holidays Mr. and Mrs. H.H. Waters came up from their home near Atlanta, Texas, on a visit with Mr. and Mrs. Waters’ parents, Mr. and Mrs. J.W. Palmer. Shortly after their arrival they both became ill with influenza and Mrs. Waters died last Saturday night, and Mr. Waters died yesterday afternoon. The remains were shipped to their home near Atlanta, Texas, where they were interred. Mrs. Ethel Waters was about 25 years of age and was practically raised in this section where her many lovable traits won her a host of friends. Mr. Waters was about 28 years old, and those who knew him say he was a fine young man. They leave two small children, besides their parents and many friends to mourn their untimely death.
Death of Mrs. Eric Smith
The Soper Democrat January 16, 1919 – transcribed by Ron Henson
Mrs. Letha Smith, wife of Eric Smith, died at the home of her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Joel Johnson, last Sunday at noon. Burial was had in Sugar Creek cemetery Monday afternoon at 3 o’clock. Death was due to influenza and pneumonia. Mrs. Smith was 19 years of age and was a good woman, numbering her friends by all who knew her. She was a member of the Christian church. Her husband is in France, a member of the 36th Division. Her many friends are grieved to learn of her untimely death.
Death of B.Q. Smith
The Soper Democrat January 16, 1919 – transcribed by Ron Henson
B.Q. Smith died at his home north of Soper last Saturday night and was buried in the Harrison graveyard near Big Springs, Sunday afternoon. Death was due to influenza followed by pneumonia. Mr. Smith was about 65 years old and was one of the old settlers of this country. He was a good man, and will be greatly missed by his large circle of friends. Besides a wife he leaves a large family of children, all grown, to mourn his death.
Death of Ellis Chapman
The Soper Democrat January 16, 1919 – transcribed by Ron Henson
Ellis Chapman, aged 17 years, died at the home of his parents, Mr. and Mrs. J.E. Chapman, near Kent, Tuesday morning. Death was due to influenza and pueumonia [sic]. Burial was had in the Soper cemetery yesterday afternoon at 3 o’clock. Funeral services were conducted by Rev. J.W. Shockley at the grave.
Ellis Chapman was just budding into manhood and was loved by all who knew him. He was a model young man and will be greatly missed by all. The grief stricken family have the heartfelt sympathy of the entire community in the loss of their dear son.
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