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Old Soldier DeadWilliam Deckard.Wm, Deckard, aged 75 and an old soldier of the civil war died last Saturday of a complication of diseases. Mr. Deckard lived one mile east of here on Ramp Creek. He was a straight, honest upright old soldier, and highly respected by all who knew him. During his union to Nancy E. Lucas, 12 children were born, 6 of which are dead. Those living are Mrs. John Allen, Mrs. George Miller, Peter, Oscar, John and Rheuben, all residing in this vicinity.
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Fri, Aug 14, 1908

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