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Ruth Knox
Mrs. Ruth Knox, formerly of this city, died at the home of her son, C.B.Knox, of Columbus, Sunday. The cause of her death was from no particular malady,but resulted from the infirmities of advanced years.
The decedent was eighty-eight years of age. Her maiden name was Ruth Smith and she was born in Harrison County. She lived there during her girlhood and also resided for a time at Temperanceville. When fifteen years of age she was married to Robert Knox. Since the death of her husband she made her home with her son at Columbus.
Mrs. Knox was a worthy and devoted member of the Methodist Church and an everyday christian. The beautifying influences of a pure religion and happy cheerful nature were spread over a life and character both spotless and peaceful. While upon this earth her friends were many and is going to another and better world she leaves a memory that will be cherished by all who knew her.
She is survived by four sons, J.W. Knox, C.B. Knox, E.H. Knox, and George Knox.
The body was brought here for burial and funeral services were held Wednesday afternoon. Burial at Harmony Cemetery.
From the Barnesville Enterprise, July 15, 1920
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