NEWS.Adair.County.News.1901.2.13 Some items of genealogical interest from THE ADAIR COUNTY NEWS, Wednesday, 13 Feb 1901 Telephoned to Heaven—Warren, Ill., Jan 24—Agnes Louise DAVID, the four-year-old daughter of Rev. and Mrs. Cass DAVIS, who is famous because of method of saying her prayers by telephone, sent in her last call today. The little one when ready to say her prayers would go to the phone and call: "Hello central, dive me heaven, I want to say my prayers."—She seemed in perfect health, but just at the time to say her prayers the Lord called her and her little life went out almost without warning and she has gone to say her prayers to the Lord in person.—Four days ago she predicted that she would go to heaven the first of any of the family, and her prediction came true. She was intelligent beyond her years, beautiful in person and disposition, greatly beloved by the entire community.—She was always ready and anxious to talk to heaven and wanted to say her prayers direct to God, and often wondered why God did not answer her phone message; if He didn't hear, or if He couldn't see her from the skies. Her last phone message was answered and in the twinkling of an eye she took her place at the other end of the line, where she could see and understand how God answered telephone messages. Circuit Judge W. W. KIMBROUGH of the Eighth Judicial district died at Carlisle last Thursday night. He had been indisposed for a week, but had been on the bench every day of the term until a few hours before he died. Hon. T. C. BELL, a prominent lawyer and politician, who died at his home in Harrodsburg several days ago, was on of the best known men in the state. He was active at all Democratic gatherings, and was a leading spirit in the Baptist church. Died, on the 6th, Mrs. Nancy S. BARNES, wife of Nim BARNES, in her 65th year. She had been a sufferer for over thirty years. She was a christian in the truest sense, a strict member of the Baptist church. Her last days were her happiest. She leaves a husband and several children to mourn their loss of a companion and dear mother. The funeral services were conducted by Revs. WILSON and ROACH, her remains interred in the family burying ground at her home. Died, on the 9th, Mrs. Leslie MOONEYHAM, of consumption. Born, to the wife of W. S. PICKETT, on the 4th, a daughter. Mr. Forest DOHONEY, an industrious young man of this county, left for Pilot Point, Texas, Monday morning where he will permanently locate. … Mr. O. B. McCAFFREE, son of Mr. R. T. McCAFFREE, concluded last week to try his fortune in another State, and Monday morning he left for Royse City, Texas. … Mrs. Pattie C. JOHNSTON Dead—The death of this estimable, Christian lady was not a surprise to her many friends of this community, who stood about her bedside for more than a week hoping, praying, that her life might be spared. But all earthly efforts were unavailing, and last Thursday night at 7:30 her soul went to meet its God.—The deceased was the widow of Mr. J. M. JOHNSTON, who was a prominent citizen of this county, and who died many years ago. She was a native of Marion county, her maiden name being Miss Pattie C. CASS. She was about 55 years old, and throughout her life was know as a good neighbor, a true Christian and a faithful friend.—For years she had been a devoted member of the Methodist church, and took great interest in religious work. The funeral services were conducted by Rev. Jesse L. MURRELL at the Methodist church in this city last Friday and the remains interred in the city cemetery. To those who have bereft this community extends it profoundest sympathy. Wash PAGE, an honest colored man of this county, was bereft of a grown daughter last Saturday night. She was a victim of consumption. The News has received a telegram from Hillsboro, Texas, stating that Mr. Melvin TRAYLOR, an Adair county boy, has been nominated by the Democrats for City Secretary. … Mr. Charley CLEAVER, of Springfield, and Miss Edna DANIELS of Bradfordsville, were married in Jeffersonville, Ind., last week. The groom is a son of Mr. P. C. CLEAVER, and his mother was Miss Tona McBEATH, a native of Columbia. Last Sunday at 10 a. m., Mr. Wm. S. HURT departed this life, the cause of his death being pneumonia fever. Only a few days from the enjoyment of good health to the cold embrace of the grave. Mr. HURT was fifty-one years old and was a hard working man and a good citizen. He once belonged to the Methodist church but at the time of his death was not an active member. However, he seemed to be ready for the great change and when death came he passed over the river in peace. A wife and six children survive him. In this death a good citizen is lost to Adair county and the members of the family have the sympathy of the News. >From Jamestown: Isaac SIMPSON, of color, died at his home at this place, the 7th. He was a highly respected darkey and was liked by both white and black. >From Edmonton: Mr. Edgar DOHONEY died Jan. 31st of consumption. Edgar was quite a favorite with the people and will be greatly missed. Mr. Willie RUBARTS, of Casey county, and Mrs. Nannie HULLETT, of this place, were married by Rev. T. J. ELLIS last Wednesday evening. The couple will reside in Casey county. … Mr. Willie ELLIS and Miss Belle PRICE, both of Casey county were married last Thursday. >From Cane Valley: Born to the wife of Jack BAULT, a 14 pound daughter, February 6. State News: - --Ham JACKSON was found dead at his home near Milton. - --The two year old daughter of A. E. SMITH at Paducah was choked to death by a walnut kernel. - --While hauling logs, Charles EDWARDS, of Mercer county, was killed by a log rolling off a wagon and falling on him. - --Guy BURDETTE, a young man of Daviess county, died as the result of a blow received while wrestling with a friend. - --Charles HICKS, of Cclhoon (sic) was found dead on the road near Louisville. He he (sic) had fallen from his wagon and wa (sic) frozen. - --Mary HEITT, wife of Ed HEITT, was kindling a fire with kerosene on a shanty baat (sic) below Maysville, when the can exploded. The boat was burned up and the womaa (sic) was burned to death. - --James HERNDON, of near Needmore, Nicholis (sic) county, claims the distinction of being the oldest living person in Kentucky. He was 103 years of age the 7th day of last month, having been born January 7, 1798. - --W. T. PHILLIPS, a wealthy farmer of Mercer county, died last Friday of pneumonia. His wife, who was apparently well, lay nown (sic) on the bed beside him the day before and died in ten minutes. Both were buried in one grave. - --At Madisonville, Policeman C. J. STATON was shot and killed by Ora FERGUSON, who was resisting arrest for disorderly conduct. FERGUSON was also fatally shot, both men firing simultaneously, and died about an hour after the shooting. Mr. E. M. JONES and wife, who have been life-long citizens of Wayne county, having sold their possessions here to H. McBEATH, of Russell county, started this week to look at a future home. They contemplate making Kansas City, Mo., or thereabout their future abiding place. The people of Wayne county wish them a happy life in their old age. C. F. BODEN, of Joliet, Ill., saloonkeeper swallowed his false teeth and died in consequence. The oldest man in the world, it has been discovered, is a Russian who is 136 years of age, and the oldest woman is Mrs. Nancy HOLLIFIELD, of Battle Creek, Mich., who is 117. The body of Henry SWEITZER, who had been missing from his home in Chicago since December 19, was found last week imbedded in a cake of ice floating in Lake Michigan. Contributed by: "Carol Moody" Date: Fri, 30 May 1997