In Memory of 
James S. Davis

James S Davis, well known Willis Branch resident, died at his home Friday, January 8 1926. Death was due to heart trouble from which he had been a sufferer for several years. He was 78 years old and was born and spent his life on Willis Branch of Paint Creek.

He is survived by his wife, who was Rebecca O'Neal, and the following daughters: Mrs. E. T. Wingrove, Long Branch; Mrs.
Charles Tyree, Pax; Mrs. John Evans of Charleston, Mrs. Lewis Neiman and Mrs. John Sweeney, of Willis Branch.

Half a dozen years ago when the Willis Branch mine labor war was in progress, Uncle Jim was the target of much annoyance
from the law breakers. He stood bravely for order and refused to be driven away by repeated threats and attempts on his life,
made by the strikers.

He was a member of the Christian Church. Burial was on the home place Sunday.

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Will of James S. Davis

The will of the late James S. Davis of Willis Branch, has been probated in the county clerk' office. It bears date of January 8, 1925. Personal property such as bonus notes, cash and furniture are bequeathed to testator's wife, Rebecca Davis. Interest in the store to Lena Neiman Davis and also the home place, after death of testator's wife. The tract of land lying north of Willis Branch Coal Co. tramway in equal part to Martha Wingrove, Celia Evans, Rachel Spangler and Abram R. Davis, heirs, and Nannie Tyree. Mrs. Rebecca Davis qualified as executrix. Appraisers of the estate are J.C. Tyree, W.R. Humphrey and R. C. O'Neal.

March 10, 1926
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