Abraham Dallas Hargis obit.
Grundy County newspaper called "Mrs Grundy" November 20, 1824
Obituary:
Capt. A.D. Hargis Dies at Age of 81 Years
When the word was received here last Thursday, Nov 13th that Capt. A D. Hargis had died in Eldorado Ill, it was a distinct shock to this community and the whole county at large, as Capt. Hargis was one of our most prominent citizens for a long number of years, and only recently moved to Illinois.
Capt. Hargis was born in Marion County near Battle Creek in the year 1843 and when a young man joined the Confederate forces and saw service through the entire war of 61 to 65, distinguishing himself for bravery.At the age of 21 he was married to Miss Mollie Travis to which was born 9 children, 5 boys and 4 girls, three sons and two daughters died several years ago and he is survived by his wife and 4 children.
The deceased served as State mine inspector for four years under the Administration of Gov. R. L. Taylor, and was for a long time in the employ of the T.C. I. Co as mine foreman.
To Tracy City and vicinity his death is a distinct loss.Hr made many staunch and life long friends by his sincerity and integrity, and in all questions of common good, one was never in doubt as to where he stood.In questions of policy and public expediency he had the courage to disagree with his best friends but did it openly, sincerely, and no breach of friendship resulted.He was distinctly patriotic to his country, loyal to his friends (illegible due to creases) and a kind and loving father and husband.
The deceased is survived by the following: Charlie and Jack Hargis of this place, and Guy Hargis of Ill. And Mrs Tom Jackson of Wilburton Okla. And his wife.
Funeral services were held at the cemetery at Bonny Oak and were conducted by Rev Argo and Tate.
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