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Hays Ray Webb Collection

The Hays Ray Webb digital collection is a collection of selected digitized materials from the Hays Ray Webb collection. The digtial collection contains family correspondence about the Civil War.

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Letter, Robert B. Ray to Denise Beyt Ray, March 29, 1928

Robert B. Ray

In this handwritten letter, postmarked March 29, 1928, Robert B. Ray writes to his fiancé, Denise Beyt (Ray) and tells her how busy he's been at work and expects to continue to be busy while covering for Dr. Lapsley, so much so, that he's about decided to stay and set up practice in Kosciusko. He goes on to say how much he appreciates the number of letters he's received from her and asks her to keep it up. An envelope with a Kosciusko, Mississippi postmark and a red, two cent postage stamp is included.
Letter, Robert B. Ray to Denise Beyt Ray, March 30, 1928

Robert B. Ray

In this handwritten letter, postmarked March 30, 1928, Robert B. Ray writes to his fiancé, Denise Beyt (Ray) telling her about the torrential rain they've had and the patients he's seen. He goes on to express his love and loyalty to her and questions her feelings towards him and explains his jealousy issue. He continues by reminding he to send the medical supplies he requested and updates her on his mother's letters from his brother. An envelope with a Kosciusko, Mississippi postmark and two, green postage stamps is included.
Partial Letter, from Robert B. Ray to Denise Beyt Ray, May, 1928

Robert B. Ray

In this handwritten partial letter, Robert B. Ray writes from Kosciusko, Mississippi to his eventual wife, Denise Beyt where she lived in New Orleans, Louisiana. In this last page of a letter, Ray encourages Beyt to write more often. The letter is written on Dr. R. B. Ray letterhead. An envelope addressed to Beyt is postmarked May, 1928 and includes a blue special delivery postage stamp and a red, two cent George Washington postage stamp.
1927 Tulane School of Medicine, University of Louisiana Commencement, June 8, 1927

This School of Medicine at University of Louisiana at Tulane 1927 commencement invitation is bound with a blue cover that has been embossed with the year, the name of the school, and the seal for the University of Louisiana. Pages within the invitation include and illustration of Hutchinson Memorial building for the School of Medicine on the Tulane University campus, a photograph of Richardson Memorial, a photograph of Rudolph Mata, M. D. LL.D., F.A.C.S., a list of faculty and professors emeriti, professors, instructors and assistants, officers of administration, a portrait of Stanford Chaillet Jamison, events surrounding the commencement, a portrait of Charles Cassedy Bass, M. D., lists of officers in the school of medicine, committees, and the class roll.
Cashier's Check, Kosciusko Bank via Leighton Ray to Farmers and Merchants National Bank, April 12, 1927

This cashier's check is written to Farmers and Merchants National Bank from the Kosciusko Bank on behalf of Leighton Ray, M. D. for E. L. Ray, Attala County sheriff for one hundred and fifty dollars. A green stamp marks the check as paid. Three stamps on the back of the check direct to "pay tot he order of any bank or bankers Farmers and Merchants National Bank, Eureka, Nevada.
Deposit Slip, E. L. Ray to Kosciusko Bank, August 18, 1927

This Kosciusko Bank deposit slip, dated August 18, 1927, documents the deposits made into the W.W. Dodd estate account for as payment on the Utley note.
Deposit Slip, E. L. Ray to Kosciusko Bank, August 27, 1927

This Kosciusko Bank deposit slip, dated August 27, 1927, documents the deposit of a payment made by G. M. Noah into the W.W. Dodd estate account by E. L. Ray, the executor of the estate.
Envelope, Telegrams Received from Oklahoma, undated

This empty envelope is marked as having held the telegrams received from Oklahoma concerning the Robert Love case.
Funeral Notice, Montford Jones, August 15, 1927

This funeral notice announces the funeral services of Montford Jones of Kosciusko, Mississippi on August 15, 1927 with Doctors C. O. Groves and A. T. Cinnamond officiating. The pallbearers are listed.
Funeral Notice, Mr. M. Jones, August 20, 1927

This funeral notice announces the funeral services of Mrs. M. Jones of Kosciusko, Mississippi on August 20, 1927 with Doctors C. O. Grove and A. T. Cinnamond officiating.
Funeral Notice, Mrs. Zaida Prescott, November 22, 1927

This funeral notice announces the funeral services of Mrs. Zaida Prescott of Kosciusko, Mississippi on November 22, 1927 with Reverend A. T. Cinnamond officiating.
Funeral Notice, W. P. Ratliff, May 11, 1927

This funeral notice announces the funeral services of W. P. Ratliff of Kosciusko, Mississippi on May 11, 1927 with Reverend R. P. Neblett officiating.
Letter, Emmett L. Ray to Annie Webb And Emmett L. Ray, November 3, 1940

In this handwritten letter, dated November 3, 1940, Emmett B. Ray writes to his parents, Annie Webb and Emmett L. Ray asking them to send him some quilts and a pillow to camp. He goes on to compliment the officers he's working with in Camp Beauregard, Louisiana and describes the medical ward he's in charge of. He describes his duties and explains that the troops are National Guardsman from Michigan and Wisconsin. The letter is written on Dr. Emmett Ray Physician and Surgeon letterhead stationary and an envelope postmarked Alexandria, Louisiana and bears a purple, three cent postage stamp.
Letter, Hanchett Bond Co. to Kosciusko Bank, February 11, 1927

In this letter, dated February 11, 1927, the Hanchett Bond Co. serves as a notice to the administration of Kosciusko Bank that a bond held by them is being called for payment and will no longer draw interest after March 6. The letter informs the bank of the bond's worth and offers other reinvestment opportunities. The letter is written on Hanchett Bond Co. Municipal Bonds letterhead. "Bond no. 27 Sent in for collection" is handwritten on the right, above the typed portion of the letter.
Memorial Booklet, Sallie Thomas Field Jones and Montfort Jones, August 1927

This memorial booklet contains brief biographies of Salle Thomas Field Jones and her son, Montfort Jones after their deaths in August 1927. Sallie died on August 18, 1927 and Montfort died on August 12, 1927. The biographies include information on their lives, accomplishments, and families.
Poll Tax Receipt, Attala County, Mississippi to Dr. L. W. (Leighton) Ray, December 22, 1927

This tax receipt documents the payment of the four dollar poll tax to Attala County, Mississippi from E. L. and Annie Webb Ray on December 22, 1927. The receipt is signed by E. L. Ray, the Attala County sheriff and tax collector.
Poll Tax Receipt, Attala County, Mississippi to Dr. L. W. (Leighton) Ray, January 10, 1927

This tax receipt documents the payment of the two dollar poll tax to Attala County, Mississippi from L. W. (Leighton) Ray on January 10, 1927. The receipt is signed by E. L. Ray, the Attala County sheriff and tax collector.
Poll Tax Receipt, Attala County, Mississippi to Jack Hardy Ray, December 22, 1928

This tax receipt documents the payment of the two dollar poll tax to Attala County, Mississippi from Jack Hardy Ray on December 22, 1927. The receipt is signed by E. L. Ray, the Attala County sheriff and tax collector.
Poll Tax Receipt, Attala County, Mississippi to R. B. (Robert) Ray, January 10, 1927

This tax receipt documents the payment of the two dollar poll tax to Attala County, Mississippi from R. B. (Robert )Ray on January 10, 1927. The receipt is signed by E. L. Ray, the Attala County sheriff and tax collector.
Poll Tax Receipt, Attala County, Mississippi to Robert B. Ray, December 22, 1927

This tax receipt documents the payment of the two dollar poll tax to Attala County, Mississippi from Robert B. Ray on December 22, 1927. The receipt is signed by E. L. Ray, the Attala County sheriff and tax collector.
Property Tax, Attala County, Mississippi to E. L. Ray, December 22, 1927

This property tax receipt, dated December 22, 1927 documents the payment of property taxes paid to Attala County for the 1926 fiscal year for property owned by E. L. Ray. The receipt describes the property, how much was paid, and what the allocations were. The receipt is signed by Attala County sheriff, E. L Ray.
Property Tax Receipt, Attala County, Mississippi to B. F. Ray Estate, December 19, 1927

This property tax receipt, dated December 19, 1927, documents the payment of property taxes paid to Attala County for the 1927 fiscal year for property owned by the B. F. Ray Estate. The receipt describes the property, how much was paid, and what the allocations are. The receipt is signed by Attala County sheriff, E. L. Ray.
Property Tax Receipt, Attala County, Mississippi to B. F. Ray Estate, February 1, 1927

This property tax receipt, dated February 1, 1927, documents the payment of property taxes paid to Attala County for the 1926 fiscal year for property owned by the B. F. Ray Estate. The receipt describes the property, how much was paid, and what the allocations are. The receipt is signed by Attala County sheriff, E. L. Ray.
Property Tax Receipt, Attala County Mississippi to E. L. and Annie Webb Ray, January 10, 1927

This property tax receipt, dated January 10, 1927 documents the payment of property taxes paid to Attala County for the 1926 fiscal year for property owned by E. L. and Annie W. Ray. The receipt describes the property, how much was paid, and what the allocations were. The receipt is signed by Attala County sheriff, E. L Ray.
Property Tax Receipt, Attala County, Mississippi to W. W. Dodd Estate, December 20, 1927

This property tax receipt, dated December 20, 1927, documents the payment of property taxes paid to Attala County for the 1927 fiscal year for property owned by the W. W. Dodd Estate. The receipt describes the property and how much was paid. The receipt is signed by Attala County sheriff, E. L. Ray.
Property Tax Receipt, Kosciusko, Mississippi Tax Collector's Office to E. L. Ray, January 19, 1927

This property tax receipt, dated January 19, 1927, documents the payment of property taxes made to the city of Kosciusko for the 1926 fiscal year for property owned by E. L. Ray. The receipt documents the property, the amount paid and a partial allocation. The receipt is signed by J. W. Fletcher, city tax collector.
Receipt, Hidalgo County Bank to Kosciusko Bank for V. L. Note, August 20, 1927

This Hidalgo County Bank draft slip, dated August 20, 1927, is made out to Kosciusko Bank for five hundred sixty-nine dollars and eighty cents on behalf of V. L. note.
Receipts, Maria R. Dodd to E. L. Ray, October 1927

This receipt, dated October 1927, documents the three thousand six hundred fifty dollars and ninety-two cents deposited into accounts and drafts for Maria R. Dodd from her deceased husband's estate by E. L. Ray, executor of the W. W. Dodd estate. An illustration of a woman dressed for battle is on the left end of the receipt.
Telegram, Bob to Denise, December 24, [1927]

In this telegram sent on December 24 [1927], Bob [spelled Bobb in the telegram] wishes Denise Beyt [spelled Dinnis Britt on the telegram] a merry Christmas and a pleasant visit home. The Telegram was sent from the Postal Telegraph-Commercial Cables and includes an image of a tree and a snowy cabin across the top edge.
Telegram, John W. Long to E. L. Ray, Mississippi Sheriff, September 10, 1927

In this postal telegraph, dated September 10, 1927, Seminole Oklahoma police chief, John W. Long explains to E. L. Ray, Sheriff of Attala County, to explain the delay in extradition papers.
Telegram, John W. Long to E. L. Ray, Mississippi Sheriff, September 12, 1927

In this postal telegraph, dated September 12, 1927, Seminole Oklahoma police chief, John W. Long tells E. L. Ray, Sheriff of Attala County to release the murder suspect.
Telegram, John W. Long to E. L. Ray, Mississippi Sheriff, September 12, 1927

In this postal telegraph, dated September 12, 1927, Seminole Oklahoma police chief, John W. Long advises E. L. Ray, Sheriff of Attala County to release the murder suspect due to inability to prosecute.
Telegram, John W. Long to Kosciusko, Mississippi Sheriff, September 7, 1927

In this postal telegraph, dated September 7, 1927, Seminole, Oklahoma chief of police, John W. Long, informs the sheriff in Kosciusko, Mississippi, that they hold a warrant for a murder suspect believed to be in Kosciusko and request the sheriff's help in apprehending the suspect.
Letter, Bob (Robert B. Ray) to Denise Beyt Ray, August 6, 1927

Bob

In this handwritten letter, dated December 6, 1927, Bob writes to Denise to tell her how much he loves her and how he doesn't know what to do about Edith because he can't get her mad enough at him to end things. He assures Denise that he loves her more than he loves Edith and he's determined to be with her. An envelope postmarked New Orleans, Louisiana, August 6, 1927 with a red, two cent postage stamp is included with the letter.
Letter, Bob (Robert B. Ray) to Denise Beyt Ray, undated

Bob

In this handwritten and undated letter, Bob writes to Denise Beyt (Ray) to tell her about the trip he's on with his father and two brothers. He tells her about the tragic car accident he ended up having to work while there.
Letter, Maria R. Dodd to E. L. Ray, October 26, 1927

Maria R. Dodd

In this letter, dated October 26, 1927, Maria R. Dodd writes to E. L. Ray to let him know she is writing to Mr. Cain concerning her savings account. She goes on to ask after his trip to New York and talk of her visit with her family in the country. The accompanying envelope is is postmarked Servico, Ambulante, October 27, 1927 and includes an orange Mexican postage stamp.
Letter, Maria R. Dodd to J. H. Cain, August 12, 1927

Maria R. Dodd

In this letter, dated August 12, 1927, Maria R. Dodd writes to J. H. Cain to request that he sell two of the bonds and send her the money in a New York draft. She goes on to aske after his family and tells him the "country still in the same trouble". Handwritten notes at the bottom of the page by J. H. Cain inform her of the bonds he sold and how much they were worth. The letter is typed on Mrs. W. W. Dodd stationary.
Letter, Maria R. Dodd to J. H. Cain, June 1, 1927

Maria R. Dodd

In this letter, dated June 1, 1927, Maria R. Dodd writes to J. H. Cain to request that he send her the balance of her account, minus a hundred dollars. She goes on to ask after his family and talk of the weather in Mexico. The letter is typed on Mrs. W. W. Dodd stationary.
Letter, G. M. Noah to E. L. Ray, August 23, 1927

G. M. Noah

In this letter, dated August 23, 1927, G. M. Noah writes to E. L. Ray to let him know he's enclosing a check to pay for a note and requests that he cancel the deed of trust. The included envelope is postmarked Huntington Beach, California, August 23, 1927 and a red, two cent George Washington is on the upper right corner.
Letter, Annie Webb Ray to Denise Beyt Ray, December 22, 1927

Annie Webb Ray

In this handwritten letter, dated December 22, 1927, Annie Webb Ray writes to her son's fiancé, Denise Beyt (Ray) to let her know that she is sending her a small gift via her son, Robert, Denise's fiancé. She goes on to express her hope that Denise will come visit soon and lets her know that all of Annie's friends and family are quite impressed by Denise.
Letter, Jack H. Ray to Anna (Annie) Webb Ray, November 18, 1927

Jack H. Ray

In this handwritten letter, dated November 18, 1927, Jack H. Ray writes to his mother, Anna (Annie) Webb Ray to explain how he hasn't been able to go to class due to the inflammation in his eyes. He goes on to describe the trip he made to Alabama with the Senior Engineers and shares news from the Mississippi A & M College campus.
Letter, Jack H. Ray to Anna (Annie) Webb Ray, November 7, 1927

Jack H. Ray

In this handwritten letter, dated November 7, 1927, Jack H. Ray writes to his mother, Anna (Annie) Webb Ray to let her know that he went home to visit them the day before but they were gone. He describes his travel from Starkville to Kosciusko by coal train. He goes on to describe the inflammation in his eyes and how he's handling it as well as an accidental explosion in the chemical lab on the Mississippi A. & M. College campus and how the boys involved were more scared than hurt.
Account Sheet, Robert B. Ray with W. E. Jones, April 2, 1926

This account sheet documents expenses and payments accrued by Robert B. Ray in account with W. E. Jones from 1921 to 1926.
Bond Payment Notice, Hanchett Bond Co. to Kosciusko Bank, November 5, 1926

This notice, dated November 5, 1926, was sent to Kosciusko Bank from The Hanchett Bond Co to inform them that two bonds had been call for payment. The notice lists the bonds, their maturity date, and the amounts they are worth. A note on the back indicates that J. H. Cain forwarded the notice to Canal-Com'l Trust and Savings Bank in New Orlans for collection on November 8, 1926
Check, E. L. Ray to New York Exchange to Mrs. W. W. Dodd, July 29, 1926

This Kosciusko Bank check, dated July 29, 1926, is written to New York Exchange to Mrs. W. W. Dodd from E. L. Ray, executor of the W.W. Dodd estate for six hundred dollars. A purple stamp in the center of the check marks the check paid on July 29, 1926.
Check, E. L. Ray to NY Exchange to Mrs. W. W. Dodd, September 26,1926

This Kosciusko Bank check, dated September 26, 1926, is written to New York Exchange payable to Maria R. Dodd by E. L. Ray, executor of the W. W. Dodd estate for five hundred and ninety-four dollars and ninety cents. A purple stamp in the top center marks the check as paid on September 25, 1926.
Deposit Slip, E. L. Ray to Kosciusko Bank, August 18, 1926

This Kosciusko Bank deposit slip, dated August 18, 1926, documents the deposits made into the W. W. Dodd estate account by estate executor, E. L. Ray.
Funeral Notice, Mr. C. M. Fuller, December 6, 1926

This funeral notice announces the funeral services of Mr. C. M. Fuller of Kosciusko, Mississippi on December 6, 1926 with Dr. C. O. Groves and Dr. A. T. Cinnamond officiating.
Funeral Notice, Mr. J. M. Chestnut, October 14, 1926

This funeral notice announces the funeral services of Mr. J. M. Chestnutt of Kosciusko, Mississippi on October 14, 1926.
Funeral Notice, Mrs. A. J. Hemphill, December 4, 1926

This funeral notice announces the funeral services of Mrs. A. J. Hemphill of Kosciusko, Mississippi on December 4, 1926 with Dr. C. O. Groves and Dr. A. T. Cinnamond officiating.
Funeral Notice, W. B. Potts, November 8, 1926

This funeral notice announces the funeral services of W. B. Potts of Kosciusko, Mississippi on November 8, 1926 with Reverend C. O. Groves officiating. Both active and honorary pallbearers are listed.
Income Tax Receipt, Mississippi State Tax Commission to E. L. Ray, March 23, 1926

This tax receipt, dated March 23, 1926 documents the forty-one dollars and fifty-for cents paid by E. L. Ray to the Mississippi State Tax Commission for the 1925 fiscal year.
Newspaper Clipping, J. W. [James] Rule Obituary, July 29, 1926

This partial obituary provides a brief description of J. W. [James] Rule's funeral service and names his surviving family members.
Poll Tax Receipt, Attala County, Mississippi to Robert Ray, January 27, 1926

This tax receipt documents the payment of the two dollar poll tax to Attala County, Mississippi from Robert Ray on January 6, 1926. The receipt is signed by E. L. Ray, the Attala County sheriff and tax collector.
Promissory Note, T. O. Conner, J. M. Weatherly, and E. L. Ray to Merchants and Farmers Bank, April 8, 1926

In this promissory note to Merchants and Farmers Bank, dated April 8, 1926, T. O. Conner, J. M. Weatherly, and E. L. Ray promise to pay fifty-four dollars by December 1, 1926 at a ten percent interest rate.
Property Tax Receipt, Attala County, Mississippi to E. L. and Annie Webb Ray, January 6, 1926

This property tax receipt, dated January 6, 1926 documents the payment of property taxes paid to Attala County for the 1925 fiscal year for property owned by E. L. and Annie W. Ray. The receipt describes the property, how much was paid, and what the allocations were. The receipt is signed by Attala County sheriff, E. L Ray.
Property Tax Receipt, Kosciusko, Mississippi Tax Collector's Office to E. L. Ray, January 7, 1926

This property tax receipt, dated June 7, 1926, documents the payment of property taxes made to the city of Kosciusko for the 1925 fiscal year for property owned by E. L. Ray. The receipt documents the property, the amount paid and a partial allocation. The receipt is signed by J. W. Fletcher, city tax collector.
Receipt, Maria R. Dodd to E. L. Ray, August 6, 1926

This receipt, dated August 6, 1926, documents the six hundred dollars sent to Maria R. Dodd from E. L. Ray from debts collected for the W. W. Dodd estate. An illustration of a woman dressed for battle is on the left end of the receipt.
Letter, Beauregard to Denise Beyt Ray, undated

Beauregard

In this handwritten and undated letter, Beauregard writes to Denise Beyt (Ray) to tell her he doesn't appreciate knowing that she is using him for amusement and tells her she is free to choose who she likes without any ill will from him. The letter is written on Hotel Cotton in Houston Texas letterhead with an image of the eleven story hotel and notes about the hotel along the top.
Letter, Maria R. Dodd to E. L. Ray, August 6, 1926

Maria R. Dodd

In this letter, dated August 6, 1926, Maria R. Dodd writes to E. L. Ray to thank him for sending her the money she previously requested. She goes on to speak of the crop situation in Kosciusko compared to Mexico and speaks fondly of his family. The letter is written on Mrs. W. W. Dodd stationary and includes an envelope postmarked Service, Ambulante, August 1926 with a red ten cent Mexican postage stamp.
Letter, Maria R. Dodd to E. L. Ray, November 26, 1926

Maria R. Dodd

In this letter, dated November 26, 1926, Maria R. Dodd writes to E. L. Ray to ask about two thousand dollars worth of bonds that were cashed in and sent to her by Mr. Cain. She goes on to ask after his family and thank him for his assistance. Some handwritten notes about bonds is written at the bottom of the letter. The letter is written on Mrs. W. W. Dodd stationary and includes an envelope postmarked Servico, Ambulante, November 26, 1926.
Letter, Maria R. Dodd to E. L. Ray, October 6, 1926

Maria R. Dodd

In this letter, dated October 26, 1926, Maria R. Dodd writes to E. L. Dodd to thank him for the bank draft he sent her and asks after his family. She expresses her hope that conditions in Mexico improve so that she can visit Mississippi. The letter is written on Mrs. W. W. Dodd stationary.
Letter, Maria R. Dodd to J. H. Cain, March 9, 1926

Maria R. Dodd

In this letter, dated March 9, 1926, Maria R. Dodd writes to J. H. Cain requesting that he collect the interest on a bond that is due and send her a draft for what she has in the bank. She askes after his family and thanks him for his help. The top left corner of the paper has been cut out and the balance sent is handwritten at the bottom of the page.
Letter, S. L. Dodd to Denise Beyt Ray, December 6, 1926

S.L. Dodd

In this typed letter, dated December 6, 1926, S. L. Dodds writes to Denise Beyt (Ray) to let her know that he and his wife made it home safely to Kosciusko, Mississippi after their stay in New Orleans. He goes on to let her know how thankful they were to her for taking such good care of them while they were in the infirmary and how they hope that one day she might move to Kosciusko and find a husband worthy of her. The letter is typed on S. L. Dodd Attorney and Counsellor at Law Stationary and an envelope postmarked December 7, 1926 with a return address to J. A. Niles, Kosciusko, Mississippi is included with the letter.
Bank Statement for E. L. Ray per Turnage Williams Land Sale, September 1925

This Kosciusko Bank statement provides balances for the Turnage Williams Land Sale via E. L. Ray, Attala County Sheriff for September 1925.
Check, C. Eugene to E. L. Ray, August 10, 1925

This Kosciusko Bank check, modified to be a M and F is written from C. Eugene to E. L. Ray as the administrator of the Monk Estate in the sum of eight dollars and eighty-five cents. The check is dated August 10, 1925.
Check, E. L. Ray to Cash, December 22, 1925

This Kosciusko Bank check, dated December 22, 1925, is written to cash by E. L. Ray as the administrator of the Monk Estate in the amount of one dollar and ninety-three cents. A purple stamp near the center marks the check as paid December 22, 1925.
Check, E. L. Ray to C. E. Morgan, June 8, 1925

This check, dated June 8, 1925, is written from E. L. Ray on behalf of the Monk Estate to E. C. Morgan, attorney in the amount of fifty-five dollars for attorney fees. A purple stamp in the center marks the check as paid on June 9, 1925.
Check, E. L. Ray to Crook and Shelton, July 29, 1925

This Kosciusko Bank check, dated July 29, 1925, is written to Crook and Shelton for forty-two dollars and forty-five cents from E. L. Ray, administrator of the Mrs. E. R. Monk Estate. A blue stamp on the top center of the check states that it was cashed at Planters Bank and Trust on July 31, 1925 and a purple stamp on the right end of the check marks it as having been paid on August 3, 1925. Three stamps on the back track where the check went through the system. Crook and Shelton's signature is also on the back.
Check, E. L. Ray to Dr. J. S. McNeil, July 29, 1925

This Kosciusko Bank check, dated July 29, 1925, is written to Dr. J. S. McNeil for twenty-six dollars and fifty-one cents from E. L. Ray, administrator of the Mrs. E. R. Monk Estate. A purple stamp on the right end of the check marks it as having been paid on August 6, 1925. Four stamps on the back of the check track where the check went through the system. Crook and Shelton's signature is also on the back.
Check, E. L. Ray to E. L. Conner, September 17, 1925

This Kosciusko Bank check, dated September 17, 1925, is written to E. L. Coner for five dollars and forty cents by E. L. Ray, sheriff, for the Turnage Williams land sale case. A purple stamp in the upper right marks the check was paid on September 17, 1925.
Check, E. L. Ray to E. W. Sullivant, August 10, 1925

This Kosciusko Bank check is written to E. W. Sullivant from E. L. Ray as the administrator of the Mr. E. R. Monk estate in the sum of ninety-four dollars and eighty cents. A purple stamp is in the center of the check designating the check as having been paid on August 11, 1925
Check, E. L. Ray to E. W. Sullivant, September 21, 1925

This Kosciusko Bank check, dated September 21, 1925, is written to E. W. Sullivant from E. L. Ray from the W. W. Dodd estate as executor of the estate for eleven dollars .
Check, E. L. Ray to Exchange to Mrs. W. W. Dodd, April 18, 1925

This Kosciusko Bank check, dated April 18, 1925, is written to Exchange for Mrs. W. W. Dodd from E. L. Ray for seven hundred and fifty dollars in his capacity as the executor of the W. W. Dodd estate. A purple stamp on the right half of the check marks the check as paid on April 18, 1925.
Check, E. L. Ray to Floyd Hutchins, April 4, 1925

This Kosciusko Bank check, dated April 4, 1925, is written to Floyd Hutchins from E. L. Ray, executor of the W. W. Dodd estate for twenty-five dollars. A purple stamp on the right half of the check marks it paid on April 11, 1925
Check, E. L. Ray to Floyd Hutchins, February 13, 1925

This Kosciusko Bank check, dated February 13, 1925, is written to Floyd Hutchins from E. L. Ray, executor of the W. W. Dodd estate for twenty-five dollars towards a loan. A purple stamp in the upper center marks the check as paid February 17, 1925.
Check, E. L. Ray to Floyd Hutchins, March 4, 1925

This Kosciusko Bank check, dated March 4, 1925, is written to Floyd Hutchins from E. L. Ray, executor of the W. W. Dodd estate for fifty dollars. A purple stamp in the center marks the check as paid on March 4, 1025.
Check, E. L. Ray to H. H. Gilliland, July 7, 1925

This Kosciusko Bank check, dated July 7, 1925, is written from E. L. Ray as the executor of the Monk Estate to H. H. Gilliland for one hundred and fifty dollars and fifty cents as payment toward note number 134. A purple stamp on the right end of the check marks it as paid on July 8, 1925.
Check, E. L. Ray to H. H. Gilliland, September 4, 1925

This Kosciusko Bank check, dated September 4, 1925, is written to H. H. Gilliland for seventeen dollars and twenty-three cents from E. L. Ray as the administrator of the Mrs. E. R. Monk estate. A purple stamp in the center designates the check as having been paid on September 14, 1925.
Check, E. L. Ray to Himself, December 15, 1925

This Kosciusko Bank check, dated December 15, 1925, is written to E. L. Ray as executor of the W. W. Dodd estate to himself as tax collector for sixteen dollars and eleven cents. A purple stamp in upper center marks the check as paid December 16, 1925.
Check, E. L. Ray to Himself, January 13, 1925

This Kosciusko Bank check, dated January 13, 1925, is written to E. L. Ray in his role as tax collector for two dollars from E. L. Ray in his role as executor of the W. W. Dodd estate. A purple stamp in the upper center notes the check as having been paid on January 15, 1925. The purple stamp is also on the back and "E. L. Ray Sheriff and Tax Collector" is stamped on the back as well.
Check, E. L. Ray to Himself, January 13, 1925

This Kosciusko Bank check, dated January 13, 1925, is written to E. L. Ray in his role as tax collector for two dollars from E. L. Ray in his role as executor of the W. W. Dodd estate to pay the fifteen dollars and fifty-one cents due for taxes on the otto Wilson Land for 1924. A purple stamp in the upper center notes the check as having been paid January 15, 1925.
Check, E. L. Ray to Himself, March 9, 1925

This Kosciusko Bank check, dated March 9, 1925, is written to E. L. Ray from himself as executor of the W. W. Dodd estate and also the tax collector for twenty-two dollars and seventy-seven cents. A note on the check states that the check is for part of a loan made with Floyd Hutchings in 1925. A purple stamp in the upper center marks the check as paid on March 11, 1925.
Check, E. L. Ray to Himself, September 21, 1925

This Kosciusko Bank check, dated September 21, 1925, is written to E. L. Ray to himself for the Turnage Williams Land Sale in the amount of eight dollars and fifty cents. A purple stamp in the center marks the check as having been paid on September 22, 1925.
Check, E. L. Ray to J. H. Cain, January 15, 1925

This Kosciusko Bank check, dated January 15, 1925 is written to J. H. Cain from E. L. Ray, executor of the W. W. Dodds estate for two hundred and ten dollars as payment on from the W. W. Dodd's estate on behalf of Mrs. W. W. Dodd. A purple stamp in the center marks the check as paid at Kosciusko Bank on January 15, 1925.
Check, E. L. Ray to J. M. Knotts, January 15, 1925

This Kosciusko Bank check, dated January 15, 1925, is written to pays J. M. Knotts, treasurer for, E. L. Ray, executor of the W. W. Dodd estate, for two hundred and fifty dollars. A purple stamp in the center marks the check as paid January 15, 1925.
Check, E. L. Ray to Maria R. Dodd, October 7, 1925

This Kosciusko Bank check, dated October 7, 1925, is written to NY Exchange to Mrs. Maria R. Dodd for twelve hundred dollars from E. L. Ray as the executor of the W. W. Dodd estate. A purple stamp on the right half is marked paid October 7, 1925.
Check, E. L. Ray to M. D. Koonce, July 30, 1925

On this Kosciusko Bank check, E. L. Ray pays M. D. Koonce twenty-eight dollars and eighty cents on behalf of the Mrs. E. R. Monk estate. A purple stamp designates the check as paid on July 31, 1925.
Check, E. L. Ray to Merchants and Farmers Bank, September 15, 1925

This Kosciusko Bank check, dated September 15, 1925, is written to Merchants and Farmers Bank from E. L. Ray, sheriff, for the Turnage Williams land sale. A pink stamp in the middle signifies the check as having been paid on September 15, 1925 with two stamps on the back identifying the same information.
Check, E. L. Ray to Star-Herald, September 21, 1925

This Kosciusko Bank check, dated September 21, 1925, is written to Star-Herald from E. L. Ray for the Turnage Williams Land Sale in the amount of ten dollars and thirty-five cents. A purple stamp in the center marks the check as having been paid on September 22, 1925.
Check, Taxes for the E. R. Monk Estate, June 19, 1925

This Kosciusko Bank check, dated June 19, 1925, is written from E. L. Ray as the administrator of the E. R. Monk estate to E. L. Ray as the tax collector for eleven dollars and forty-six cents. A purple stamp on the right side of the check documents the check as paid on June 25, 1925 and two stamps are on the back of the check.
Check, Taxes for the E. R. Monk Estate, June 19, 1925

This Kosciusko Bank check, dated June 19, 1925, is written from E. L. Ray as the administrator of the E. R. Monk estate to E. L. Ray as the tax collector for sixty-seven dollars and thirty-two cents. A purple stamp on the right side of the check documents the check as paid on June 25, 1925 and one stamp is on the back of the check.
Court Fees Statement, Chancery Court, September 21, 1925

This statement of Bill of Cost for Chancery Court in Attala County, lists the costs incurred during court proceedings of the W. W. Dodd estate. The statement is dated September 21, 1925 and is signed by the Chancery Clerk.
Court Fees Statement, M and F Bank, September 15, 1925

This bill lists fees charged in the Merchants and Farmers Bank verses M. T. Williams, et al case for court fees associated with the Circuit Court in Attala County, Mississippi on September 15, 1925. Fees include fees of Circuit Clerk, E. L. Conner, Sheriff, E. L. Ray, and printer, Wiley Sanders, respectively. The fees are marked paid in handwritten notes on the columns.
Deed of Trust, Floyd and Edna Hutchins to E. L. Ray, February 13, 1925

In this deed of trust, dated February 13, 1925, Floyd and Edna Hutchins are indebted to E. L. Ray in his role of the executor of the W. W. Dodd estate for a sum of one hundred and six dollars with six percent interest pursuant with the promissory note of the same date. A James and Graham wagon is listed as collateral to secure the loan. A torn copy of a power of attorney document naming E. L . Ray as power of attorney is stuck to the back of the deed of trust.
Deposit Slip, E. L. Ray to Kosciusko Bank, August 19, 1925

This Kosciusko Bank deposit slip, dated August 19, 1925, documents the various deposits made into the W. W. Dodd estate account by estate executor, E. L. Ray.
Funeral Notice, A. E. Kelly, February 28, 1925

This funeral notice announces the funeral services of A. E. Kelly of Kosciusko, Mississippi on February 28, 1925 with Dr. C. O. Groves officiating.
Funeral Notice, Charles A. Jones, November 17, 1925

This funeral notice announces the funeral services of Charles A. Jones of Kosciusko, Mississippi on November 17, 1925 with Dr. C. O. Groves officiating.
Funeral Notice, Clifton C. Comfort, September 28, 1925

This funeral notice announces the funeral services of Clifton C. Comfort of Kosciusko, Mississippi on September 28, 1925.
Funeral Notice, J. B. Gregory, November 9, 1925

This funeral notice announces the funeral services of J. B. Gregory of Kosciusko, Mississippi on November 9, 1925 with Drs. Raper and Cinnamond officiating.