James Dowdy, Aged 94
Special to The Republic
Dexter, Missouri, December 30. -- James Dowdy, aged 94 years, died at his home near here this morning.
Deceased was born in North Carolina in 1802 and came to Stoddard County 60 years ago.
He was at one time Sheriff of this County.
He had been active until he took ill, a week ago.
(Source: St. Louis Republic - December 31, 1896. Transcribed and contributed by:  Frances Cooley)

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