John A. Daniel
John A. Daniel, age 89, widely known Confederate veteran, who had resided in Heflin for many years, died at the home of his daughter Mrs. C.Y Hammack at 3:50 a.m., Thursday, following a stroke of paralysis suffered a week ago. Funeral services were held at 12 o'clock Friday at Beulah church and interment followed in Beulah cemetery with Usrey directing. Mr. Daniel is survived by two daughters, Mrs. Hammack and Mrs. Joe Hyatt of Roopville, Ga., and three sons, W.R. Daniel of Carrollton, Ga.; Dr. A.F. Daniel of Bowdon, Ga., and R.J. Daniel of Richmond, Ga. (The Cleburne News, Cleburne County, AL, October 29, 1931)

John A. Daniel, Confederate veteran, was born in Troup County, Ga., Nov. 8, 1841. He served four years in the war and was wounded at Chattanooga battle. He was the father of six children, three sons and three daughters. Five children survive. He died at the home of his daughter here Oct. 22. He was a faithful member of the Baptist church. Weep not, dear children, for we know he is basking in the sunshine of eternal rest. Sleep on old comrade, we hope to grasp hands with you again in that land where there is no more good byes. An old friend, A.J. Haley. (The Cleburne News, Cleburne County, AL, October 29, 1931)

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