PROBATES, WILLS AND ADMINISTRATIONS

RANDOLPH COUNTY, ARKANSAS

James L Bridges Inventory

An Inventory of the goods of James L Bridges deceased as reported by Wm B Bridges as admr. Filed May 1 1848 in Randolph Co Ark.

one note on E. D. Pitman   $10.00
one note on e. D. Pitman for cattle $24.00
One Bay Mare
One Bridle
One Saddle
One Saddle Blanket
C. H. Pitman in  __         35.00

State of Arkansas
County of Randolph

I, William B.Bridges do solemnly swear that the above and foregoing is a full and complete inventory and description of all the moneys, good, chattels, books, papers and evidences of debt and off all debts due or becoming due as far as I have been able to ascertain them. And that I was not indebted or bound in any contract to the deceased at the time of his death.
                                    William B. Bridges

filed May 1, 1848

Submitted by Wilma.

James L. Bridges, Desc
citation Vs
Wm B. Bridges adm
Clerk Fee 50
Sheriff service 50
Mileage 60

Filed 18 July 1849
Office of Probate Clerk
State of Arkansas County of Randolph

to William Bridges as administrator of the estate of James L. Bridges deceased.

you are required to appear and exhibit your accounts for settlement at the next term of our Probate court, to be holden in and for the county of Randolph at the court house in the town of Pocahontas on the fourth Monday in July next 1849 that being the day on which the Probate Court of the county of Randolph is to be holden; and show cause why an attachment should not be issued against your for not exhibiting your accounts at the term at which you should have done by law. 

In testimony whereof, I have hereunto set my hand as clerk of the circuit court and in officer clerk of the Probate Court this 29th day of May, A. D. 1849
                                 Thos A. Marr Clerk
                                 by A Smith, Deputy

Submitted by Wilma.

Estate of Wiley J. Bridges

Randolph A. (should be Arkansas)
    I, Thomas Laster do solemnly swear that the valve of the estate of Wiley J BRIDGES deceased who died intestate on or bout the 17th day of October 1856, up on whose estate I have prayed letter of administration to the best of my knowledge and belief more than seven hundred dollars. that the said Wiley J BRIDGES died without making a will  leaving his only heirs Jane SWEAZEA wife of Johnson A. Sweazea who is a sister of the same Wiley, Francis M RUSSELL age about 22 years, Rawford R. RUSSELL aged about 21 years, Louisa J. RUSSELL age about 19 years, Martha A. RUSSELL aged about 18 years old. Susan S. RUSSELL about 12 years old. Ellen M. RUSSELL about 14 years old, Zachary L. RUSSELL about 10 years old. Emily B. wife of Thos S. SIMINGTON about 23 years old who are children of Parthena M RUSSELL, late of County who was a sister of said Wiley. Parthena E., Thomas, Margarette, James W. and Louisa BRIDGES, who are minors and Children of Banes F. BRIDGES, deceased who was a brother of said Wiley, all of whom reside in said county also four children who are minors and children of Emeline and James Morgan who reside in Jackson County Ark. which said Emeline is a sister to said Wiley.

There was not a second page to the above.

Submitted by Wilma.

PROBATE RECORD OF M. P. CAMPBELL

coversheet
 Box 12   Final
 Probate Court
 Randolph County, Arkansas
 Estate of M. P. Campbell DECEASED
 A. J. Witt, Admr
 J.C. Esselman and M.T. Collins, Securities
 Bond of $800
 Letters granted  Oct 11th, 1882

 Letters granted Oct 11, 1882
 Est. Merrill P. Campbell decd; application for Letters; Filed and Letters granted in Vacation this 30th day of May, 1882.  J. Belmanower, clerk.  not granted until the bond is improved, S.J. Johnson, Judge

 Application for Letters of Administration, M.P. Campbell
Mary Campbell says that, to the best of her knowledge and belief, the names of the Heirs of the said M.P. Campbell, deceased, and their places and residences, are, respectively, as follows:  William C. Campbell who resides in the County of Randolph in the State of Arkansas; C.Q. Campbell who resides in the County of Randolph in the State of Arkansas;  James D. Campbell who resides in the County of Randolph in the State of  Arkansas; Ann Campbell who resides in the County of Randolph in the State of Arkansas; Charles W. Campbell who resides in the County of Randolph in the State of Arkansas; Sarah J. Campbell who resides in the County of Randolph in the State of Arkansas.  That the said M.P.Campbell died without a will; that she will make a perfect inventory of and faithfully administer all the Estate of the deceased, and pay the debts as far as the assets will extend and the lay direct, and account for and pay all assets which shall come to her possession or knowledge.

Subscribed and sworn to before me this 30 day of May, A.D. 1882  J. Schoomoost, clerk. 
Signed Mary Campbell, her mark.

Submitted by Alan & Pat Hartman

JAMES M. REYNOLDS ESTATE

Application for Letters of Administration

STATE OF ARKANSAS}
County of Randolph}        In the matter of James M. Reynolds Estate.Thomas Foster says that, to the best  of his knowledge  and belief, the names of the Heirs of  the said J.M. Reynolds, deceased, and their places and residences, are, respectively, as follows:
D.W. Reynolds and Thos. Reynolds who resides in the County of Randolph in the State of Arkansas, Addie Herron & Martha A. Wells who resides in the County of Randolph , in the State of Arkansas, Ida Kirkpatrick, Jacob Reynolds and Mollie Reynolds who resides in the County of Randolph in the State of Ark., Mattie, Bell, and Ervin Reynolds, who resides in the County of Randolph in the State of Ark., and Heirs of John Reynolds, deceased and the Heirs of Amanda Luttrell deceased who resides in the State of Texas.

That the Estate is of the value of about Twelve Hundred dollars. That the said J.M. Reynolds died without a will; that he will make a perfect inventory of and faithfully administer all the Estate of the deceased, and pay the debts as far as the assets will extend and the lay direct,and account for and pay all assets which shall  come to his possession or knowledge.

Signed  Thomas Foster

Subscribed and sworn to before me, this 25 day of March, A.D. 1882.
Record this 25 th day  of Apr. A.D. 1882                                                                               J. Schoonover, Clerk

Submitted by Joy Luttrell Tubbs, Great Great granddaughter of Amanda Reynolds Luttrell.

PROBATE OF THOMAS WILLIAM HOLDERBY (Page 101)

December 11th 1843 James Holderby Adm. of Thomas Holderby, deceased

County of Randolph )
State of Arkansas ) ss. To all persons to whom these presents shall come Greetings:

Know ye that whereas Thomas Holderby of the county of Randolph died intestate, as it is said on or about the 21st day of Nov. A.D. 1843, having at the time of his death personal property in this State, which may be lost, destroyed or diminished in value if speedy care be not taken of the same to the end therefore that the said property may be collected, preserved and disposed of according to law, we do hereby appoint James Holderby of the County of Randolph, administrator of all and singular the goods and chattels, rights and credits which were of the said Thomas Holderby at the time of his death with full power to secure and dispose of the said property according to law and collect all moneys due said deceased, and in general to do and perform all other acts and things which are or hereafter may be required of him by law.

(SEAL) In Testimony whereof I Thomas O. Marr, Clerk Pro Tem of the Circuit Court & Exofficio Clerk of the Court of Probate in and for the County of Randolph aforesaid State, have hereunto set my hand and affixed the seal of said Court at office this 11th day of Dec. 1843

Thomas O. Marr Clerk, Pro Tem & exofficio Clerk of the Probate Court

Filed and entered for of record this 11th day of December 1843, Thomas O. Marr, Recorder

State of Arkansas )
County of Randolph ) ss. (AFFIDAVIT)

I, James Holderby do solemnly swear that the value of the estate of Thomas Holderby, deceased, who died intestate, & upon whose estate I have prayed letters of administration is not to the best of my knowledge and belief more than Four hundred dollars, That said Thomas Holderby died without making a will, leaving as his only heirs, his wife, Margarett Holderby, William S. Holderby, aged about Twenty four years, R. D. Holderby aged about Twenty one or two years, Mary Smith aged about Twenty, Hanner Barringer aged about eighteen, Elizabeth Holderby, about sixteen years of age, Robert Holderby aged about thirteen or fourteen years, James Holderby aged about eight years last February, Caroline aged six years, Margarett Holderby aged three years, and Thomas J. Holderby aged six weeks, all of whom reside in said County of Randolph and State aforesaid, That I will make a perfect inventory of and faithfully administer all and singular the goods and chattels, rights and credits of said intestate, and pay his debts as far as the assets, which may come to my hand shall extend and the law direct, and account for and pay over, according to law all assets that shall come to my hands or possession, So help me God.
James Holderby (X), his mark
Sworn to and subscribed before me )
This 11th day of Dec. A.D. 1843 ) 

Thos. O. Marr Clerk, Pro Tem

Filed and entered of Record this 11th day of Dec. A.D. 1843

Thos. O. Marr, Clerk Pro Tem & Exofficio Recorder
See page 104 for Bond)

State of Arkansas )
County of Randolph ) Know all men by these presents that we James Holderby as principal and Seymour Puryear & Jarrett Wayland as securities are held and firmly bound unto the State of Arkansas in the sum of eight hundred dollars, lawful money of the United States of America, to the payment whereof will and truly to be made, we bind ourselves, our & each of our heirs, executors and administrators, jointly and severally, firmly by these presents. 

Signed and sealed this 11th day of December A.D. 1843.

Conditioned that if the above bounded James Holderby Administrator of all and singular the goods and chattels, rights and credits of Thomas Holderby, deceased, shall make or cause to be made a true and perfect inventory of all and singular the goods and chattels, rights and credits of the deceased which have or may come to the hands or possession of knowledge of him the said James Holderby, or unto the hands or possession of any other person for him, and the same so made, shall return and exhibit it in the office of the Clerk of Probate Court for the County of Randolph, within sixty days from the date of the above obligation, and all and singular the goods and chattels, rights and credits of the deceased which shall come to the hands possession or knowledge of him the said James Holderby. He shall will and truly administer according to law, and pay the debts of the deceased as far as his assets will extend and the law direct and further make or cause to be made just and true accounts of his administrations and make due and proper settlements thereof from time to time according to law, or the lawful order, or sentence of, or decree of any court having competent jurisdiction, and shall moreover will and truly do and perform all other matters and things touching such administration, that are or may be prescribed by law, or enjoined on such administrator by the lawful order, sentence or decree of any court having competent jurisdiction, then the above obligation to be void and of no effect otherwise to remain in full force and virtue. 

Test. Thomas O. Marr, Clerk, Pro Tem.

James X Holderby (his mark)

Seymour Puryear (SEAL)
J. Wayland (SEAL)

Filed and entered of record this 11th day of December A.D. 1843
Thomas O. Marr, Clerk 

Submitted by Beverly Holderby, gr gr granddaughter of Thomas Holderby.

Will of Thomas Foster
born 7 Nov 1822 - died 22 Jan 1889
Wife's name was Marth A, died 20 Mar 1888, age 42 yrs 10 mos
Children: Thomas, Matha Ann, James G., Peter S., Rufus

I Thomas Foster of the county of Randolph in the state of Arkansas being of sound and dispensing mind and memory do make and declare this to be my last will and testament. Hereby revoking all other wills at any time heretofore by me made, 
first; I give will and bequeath to my daughter Martha A Foster, the following described tracts orparcels of land to ____? By the west half of the south east quarter and the east half of the southwest quarter and the south west quarter of section no. Sixteen and the west half of the north east quarter and the south east quarter of the north east quarter and the north east quarter of the southeast quarter of section no twenty one and the north west quarter of the south west quater1/4 of section no twenty two all in township no. twenty north range one east and containing in all four hundred acres,
second I give will and bequeath to my son James G Foster, the following described tract or parcels of land to wit by the East half of south east quarter and the south east quarter of northeast quarter of section sixteen and the north east quarter 1/4 of north west quarter and the northwest quarter of north east quarter (NW1/4ofNE1/4) and the south half of north west quarter and west half of south west quarter of section fifteen (15) all on township no. twenty north range one east containing three hundred and sixty acres.
Third I give and bequeath to my son Simon Peter Foster, the following described tracts or parcels of land to __? The south half of north half of north east quarter and the south half of the northeast quarter and the north half of the south east quarter of section no. twenty in township no. twenty north range one east containing two hundred acres intended to be the tract of land know as the McNabb place and whether or not by number correctly described the same is hereby given willed and bequeathed to my same son Simon Peter and also I give will and bequeath to my saidson Simon Peter Foster the north east fractional quarter of section no. Two in township Nineteen south range two east and lot no. One of the north west quarter and lot number eight of the southwest quarter of section thirty five and the south east quarter of the south east quarter of section no. Twenty seven and the south frac. Half of south west fractional quarter of section twenty six in township twenty (20) N. Range two east intended to be and contain all that tract and parcels of land belonging to me and known as the Duckworth bend place, and wether or not by numbers correctly described the said Duckworth bend land is hereby given willed and bequeathed to mysaid son Simon Peter Foster.
Fourth I give will and bequeath to my son Rufus B Foster, the following described tract or parcels of land to wit; the west half of north west quarter and the south west quarter and the south half of the south east quarter of Section No. (20) twenty and the north half of the north west quarter of section no. twenty 20 North range one East, containing all four hundred acres and intended to contain and be all that tracts and parcels of land known as my home place and whether the same is hereby given willed and bequeathed to my said son Rufus B. Foster.
Fifth I give will and bequeath to my two youngest children Simon Peter Foster and Rufus B.Foster an addition to the lands I have here in before given and willed to them, all that tract or parcels of land now owned by me and known as the Hill place in Current River bottom to be held and owned jointly by them described by no. As follows the south west quarter of the south west quarter of section no. Thirty three the north west quarter of the south east quarter 1/4 of section thirty two and the south half of the south east quarter of Section thirty two in township no.twenty N. Range two east and the south fractional half of north west fractional quarter and the north half of north west quarter of section no. Four (4) and the east half of the north east quarter of section five in township no. nineteen north range two 2 east. And part of E. of south west quarter of section no. Thirty three on township twenty range two east and whether or not the description by Surveyors are correctly made My intention and will is that my said sons Simon Peter Foster, and Rufus B. Foster shall have to them jointly all the land I own known as the Hill place or farm in addition to the land I have to each of them seperatly given.
Sixth I give will and bequeath to my youngest child Rufus B. Foster two hundred dollars in money and I direct that my executors here in after named and appointed shall set that amount of the proceeds of sales of my person property out to him to be paid as soon after my decease as to my said executors may deem right and prompt.
Seventh It is my will and wish that my children remain as a family on the home tract given by me to my son Rufus B. Foster and so long as they any two of them shall so remain that they the remaining ones shall stay 
Submitted by Darla Hopper

10th day of July A.D. 1884 - ONLY OWENS

Application For Letters of Administration
The State of Arkansas, County of Randolph.

In the matter of Only Owens, Harriett Owens says that to the best of her knowledge and belief, the names of the heirs of the said Only Owens deceased, and their places and residences, are respectively, as follows: Darcus Redwine who resides in the County of Ripley in the State of Mo, Solomon Owens who resides in the County of Ripley in the State of Mo, B.H. Owens who resides in the County of Randolph in the State of Ark, James M. Owens who resides in the County of Randolph in the State of Ark, Sarah F. Owens who resides in the County of Randolph in the State of Ark, Dennis O. Owens who resides in the County of Randolph in the State of Ark; that the said Only Owens died without a will and that she will make a perfect inventory of and faithfully administer all the estate of the deceased, and pay the debts as far as the assets will extend and the lay direct, and account for and pay all assets which shall come to her possession or knowledge. Harriett Owens her mark. Subscribed and sworn to before me this 10th day of July A.D. 1884. James G or F. Robinson Clerk and cannot read what DC name is. 
Submitted by Pat Barnes Alred

Probate Records Jany Term 1866 - Samuel J. Noblin, Dec'd.

In the matter of vesting the property belonging to the estate of Saml J. Noblin, Dec'd.

Now on this day comes Martha Jane Noblin by her atty Jos. I. Marvin? Esq and files her petition according to law setting forth fact that she is the lawful widow of Saml J. Noblin, decd, and that the said Samuel J. departed this life in the year 1863 leaving an Estate in the County of Randolph ____ value _____ _____ Hundred Dollars embracing the following described real estate. (land described - writing difficult to read)...and the prayer of said petition is that said estate vest absolutely in said petitioner, Martha Jane Noblin, and being duly advised in the pre_ses it is ordered by this court that said estate vest absolutely in the said Martha Jane Noblin, and that said petitioner pay the cost of this processing.
Contributed by Bridgette Jansen Cohen.

Marion Powell was originally from Alabama but became a resident of Clay County Arkansas about 1880. About 1889, he settled in Randolph County where he lived until his death in 1910. He was married three times. First to Sarah Amanda Gant born 1857, died about 1889; second to Ada L. Hunsinger born about 1872, died 1904; and third to Jane Allen from whom he was separated when he died. He had 11 children. They were Larance (died as a child), Luella, John, Demps, Henry, Clara, Perry, Eula, Viola, Beatrice, and Ada.  The following documents were contributed by Leah Rodis.

 I, Don M. Ruff, now making application for Letters of Administration on the estate of Marion M. Powell, do solemnly swear that to the best of my knowledge and belief, the value of the estate of Marion M. Powell late of Supply, Arkansas in the County aforesaid, deceased, is about Twelve Hundred ($1200.00) Dollars; that the names and residence of the heirs of the deceased, as far as known, are as follows viz: John 29, Demps M. 25, Henry 23, Clara 16, Perry 15, Eula 12, Violet 11, Beatrice 7, and Ada Powell age 6 years all of Supply, Ark and Oren Polk a guard child 11 years old Supply, Ark, that said Marion M. Powell deceased, died leaving no last will and testament, so far as known by me and further, that I will make a perfect inventory of and faithfully administer all and singular the good and chattels, rights and credits of the deceased, and pay his debts, as far as the assets which may come to my hands will extend, and the law directs; and that I will account for, and pay over according to law, all assets which shall come to my hands or possession, so help me God." 

signed Don M. Ruff
30^th day of April 1910
M.R. Armstrong, Clerk
 
 

 Comes now Don M. Ruff as Administrator of the estate of M.M. Powell, Deceased, and presents to the Court his first annual settlement with said estate, and charges himself as follows to wit: 

 To Amt. of sale bill personal property, …………. $536.12
To Amt. Inventory, notes, accounts & cash,……..904.84$1440.96
He asks the following credits to wit:
BY VO.#I pd. Esq. G.F. Hale, ……………………$.50
BY VO.#2 pd. W.R. Armstrong, Clerk ……………9.10
BY VO.#3 pd. G.B. Oliver, Atty …………………..5.00
BY VO.#4 pd. Star Herald, …………………………1.50
BY VO.#5 pd. D.H. Sharp, Clerk of Sale …………..2.00
BY VO.#6 pd. O.R. Winston, Clerk Clay Co ………2.75
BY VO.#7 pd. O.R. Winston ……………………….1.00
BY VO.#8 pd. W.R. Allen, Crying sale, ……………3.00
BY VO.#9 pd. Witt and Schoonover, Attys ………..3.00
BY VO.10 pd. Ben Johnston, Clerk, ……………….3.00
BY Commission, 10% on $30.85 ……………………3.08
BY Balance due estate, …………………………...$1407.03 

He states that said balance consists in some land notes, and unpaid balances, and some cash, a portion of the notes are not as yet due, and hence will require another year in which to final settlement, and he asks that this account be in all things approved and confirmed. 

Apl. 12^th. 1911
Don M. Ruff, Admr.
BY Witt and Schoonover, Attys.

Shovel Plow ½ bb salt                           J.B. Johnson            1.70

Plow and farrow  ---- and hoe                   A.A. Taylor             1.75

Plow, double tree and log chain                 John Beamon             1.50

Plow Stock Double Tree                          D.M. Ruff                .60

7 Old plows and Frow                            J.L. Barns               .50

Clock and Cotton Hoe                            Walter Harris           1.70

1 Cotton planter, 34 lbs flour, one lamp        A.A. Taylor             1.75

2 Smoothing orons                               R.L. Taylor              .20

1 Chopping axe                                  John Beamon              .35

1 Saw set and wedge                             R. Meredith              .15

1 pr. Trace chains                              T. Pride                 .30

2 chains                                        John Duff                .30

1 Rocking chair                                 Willis Hawkins           .55

1 Bed quilt and cot                             Henry Powel*            2.45

1 Looking Glass                                 Mollie Powel*            .35

Cook Stove and fixtures                         S.B. Downey             2.00

Bed Stead Lamp Tin cooler                       James Pearce            1.05

1 Lamp                                          Mr. Boyer                .30

1 Set of Plates                                 G.P. Johnson             .15

2 dishes                                        S.B. Downey              .25

1 Kettle and Coffee mill                        Mrs. A. Pringle          .15

1 Coffee pot and Buckett                        Mrs. T. Julyian          .15

1 Dish paan                                     S.B. Downey              .20

1 Bed quilt and Pitcher                         Henry Knowlton          1.25

Meal Scissors and Thread                        John Beamon              .45

1 Jar and Pitcher                               David H. Sharp           .90

1 Milk Pitcher                                  Mrs. J.B. Johnson        .35

Wash Tub 2 horse collars                        R. Ingram               1.40

1 Wash Pot                                      Henry Knowlton           .75

1 Table                                         M.K Dizmang              .15

1 Wash kettle                                   A.L. Sorrells            .70

1 Wash Stand                                    Mary Johnson            1.40

Bed Room Dresser                                E.J. Johnson            8.55

1 Bed Stead                                     Elmer Knowlton          1.50

pr Bed Room Set                                 John Beamon             3.75

Small Table                                     Thomas Fowler            .60

1 Sewing Machine                                Robert Ingram          19.25

2 Pillows and bolster                           John Powel              1.60

1 Bed Stead and Spring                          T. J. Pearce             .55

1 Pillow and Sheet                              John Powel               .35

2 Sheets and Bolster slip                       A.A. Taylor              .25

2 Pillows and Bolster                           same                    2.15

26 lbs Bacon                                    Elmer Knowlton          5.72

1 Bed Tick and quilt                            A.A. Taylor              .25

4 Sheets ------                                 same                     1.80

1 Feather Bed                                   A.A. Taylor              5.60

2 quilts and bolster                            A.A. Taylor              1.60

2 Feather Beds and Safe                         same                     9.95

66 lbs Bacon                                    J.D. Pearce             13.30

1 Milk Cow and Bed Stead                        John Beamon             34.75

22 lbs Bacon                                    Elmer Knowlton           4.62

1 large Cow and Bacon                           John Powel*             49.15                   

60 lbs Bacon                                    Henry Powel*            12.38

20 lbs Bacon                                    L.E. Bransom             4.10

1 Cook Stove                                    J.S. Allen               5.00

Wagon Buggy and heifer                          W.R. Allen              19.50

1 Red Cow and Gearing                           Wm Cockrum              28.00

1 Gray horse                                    Calvin Slackhouse       20.00

1 Dark Bay Pony                                 F.S. Downey             72.00

3 head hogs                                     S.E. Fowler             25.75

1 Shovel Plow                                   Cecil Allen                .10

18 Bushels Corn                                 Willis Hawkins          18.00

10    "           "                             J.B. Vester             10.00

1 Red Cow                               J.L. Barns                      20.00

91/2 Bushels Corn                       R. Fowler                        9.40

Corn Sheller                            James Ainley                      .80

1 Keg of Soap                           A.A. Taylor                       .55

                                                                       536.12

Affidavit to Sale Bill

I, David H. Sharp, Clerk of the sales made by Don M. Ruff, Administrator of the

estate of Marion Powel* deceased, on the 28th day of May 1910, do solemnly swear

that the above is a true account of the sales so mad; and further that I am not

interested, nor of kin to any heir or devisee of estate. So help me God.

(signed) David H. Sharp, Clerk of Sale

Sworn and subscribed to before me  (signed) G. H. Hale, J.P.

*sic, correct spelling is Powell

Contributed by Leah Rodis.

Guardianship of Levi Fletcher's heirs

I William Jarrett as guardian of the heirs of Levi Fletcher desc. would most respectfully represent to the judge of the probate court now in session that in the matter of a division of the slaves belonging to the heirs of said desc. the following proceedings was had on the first day of January A D 1849 (To Wit)

It being first apertained that the said slaves would became a charge or nearly so on account, that the woman had a child only 1 month old, and the other 2 children being too small to be kept clear of charge it was agreed upon between myself and John G Fletcher and Josaphine Fletcher heirs oas aforesaid and the said John being over the age of 21 years, and said Josaphine being 21 years old in May 1849, that the slaves should be valued by Daniel M Rapert, Larkin F. Johnson and Joshua Dratfs which valuatian is herewith subscribed marked (A) the slaves was therefore divided as follows (To Wit) John G and Henderson Fletcher taking girls and child at 550.00 Josahine took Casline 6 years old at 250.00 Mariah took Ann 2 years and 4 months old at 175.00 where for John and Henderson gave to me their not for the use of Mariah for 62.50. and Josaphine gave her note with R B Mock and Isaac Martin for security for six dollars and 25 cents for the use of Mariah Fletcher, said notes being giving only on condition that this division be approved of by the probate court July the 24th A D 1849 William Jarrett as guardian of Levi Feltchers heirs.

Submitted by Darla Hopper.

APPLICATION FOR LETTERS OF ADMINISTRATION

State of ARKANSAS    }

County of RANDOLPH  } SS



   In the Probate Court February 15 1928, I, W. L. Pope, now making application for Letters

of Administration on the estate of J. C. LANE, who died intestate about ________ 1927, do 

solemnly swear, that to the best of my knowledge and belief, the value of the estate of J. C. LANE

late of Ravenden Springs in the County aforesaid, deceased, is about TWO HUNDRED Dollars;

that the names and residence of the heirs of the deceased, as far as known, are as follows, viz:



T. R. Lane, Gatewood, Mo., Ella Looney - Ravenden Springs, Kinnard, Bernard, Jonnie, Carson,

 Willie, Arval



that the said J. C. LANE deceased, died leaving no last will and testament, so far as known by

him and further, that I will make a perfect inventory of and faithfully administer all and singular 

the goods and chattels, rights and credits of the decease, and pay his debts, as far as the 

assets which may come to my hands will extend, and the law directs' and I will account for,

and pay over according to law, all assets which shall come to my hands or possession, so 

help me God.



Signed:   W. L. Pope

Subscribed and sworn to before me this 15th day of Feb 1928

R. K. Bohn, Clerk



Submitted by:  Sherry (Lane) Link