Husband of Ruth Kress. Son of David Manley Caviness and Minerva Elizabeth Ballard
THE CHARITON LEADER
Chariton, Iowa
Thursday, May 30, 1918
CARL L. CAVINESS DIES IN ACTION IN FRANCE
Carl L. Caviness, of this county, has given up his life in battle in France, having been killed in action Monday, May 20th. His sister, Mrs. John Frazier, received a message Friday afternoon, conveying the sad intelligence of his death.
He was a son of Mr. and Mrs. David Caviness, of near Lucas, and made his home in Chariton with his sister, Mrs. John Frazier, and attended the city schools. His death is a severe blow to his mother, who resides in Caldwell, Idaho, and to other members of the family and to his many friends.
OBITUARY
THE CHARITON HERALD-PATRIOT
Chariton, Iowa
Thursday, June 9, 1921
HONOR PAID TO FALLEN HEROES
Carl L. Caviness and Henry R. Johnson Given Tribute
Bodies Returned from France are Laid to Rest in Native Soil
Lucas county paid fitting tribute to the heroes of the late war last Sunday when two military funerals were held, both very largely attended. On last Friday evening the bodies of Carl L. Caviness and Henry R. Johnson arrived in Chariton from the American cemeteries in France where they had been buried, the first having fallen in action and the latter succumbing to disease.
A good delegation of the American Legion met No. 2 and assisted in caring for the bodies in their flag-draped caskets as they were unloaded. The body of Henry Johnson was taken to the home of his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Gust Johnson, who reside north of Chariton near Cain church, where it remained until the funeral on Sunday. The body of Carl Caviness was given to the charge of Beardsley funeral home, who cared for it until the burial ceremony on Sunday afternoon.
The Caviness funeral was held from the American Legion, in charge of Rev. McKim, delivering the funeral address. The funeral train formed at the Beardsley Undertaking Parlors on N. Grand street and was a fitting memorial to the departed soldier. The flag draped coffin was elevated on supports above the sides of the hearse and flowers were banked on either side until the rough box was entirely concealed, while flags soared proudly above, proclaiming that the pride of America is in its defenders and that work well done will always be rewarded.
The escort of nearly 100 ex-service men in uniform led the cortege to the courtyard through the streets and square, which were profusely decoratated with the national emblem from both residences and business houses.
The public service opened with a beautiful funeral march by the band, and was followed by community singing of "America." Chaplain Holland read the ritualistic services of the American Legion and Rev. McKim delivered a stirring address in behalf of the deceased, taking as his text the scripture reading: "And their works shall follow them."
His words were comforting for he pointed clearly that the dead had not died in vain if their service had left behind them a memory which would be cherished by coming generations.
Following the brief services in the court yard the procession formed for the march to the cemetery. The band led, followed by the post buglers. Then came Old Glory, waving proudly aloft its message of freedom and liberty and supported on either side by armed guards, emphasizing that the nation's heroes are ever on guard.
Next came the uniformed escort, comprising nearly all of the local Legion post, as well as a delegation from the Russell post. This in turn was followed by the hearse and its burden of a brave soldier, being fittingly buried by his "beloved buddies."
Following were the relatives and as many as two hundred autos filled with the county's citizens, who were anxious to do all they could in paying honor where honor was due. The music furnished by the band was fitting to the occasion and the entire march was patriotically impressive. The service accorded at the grave was full military honors and this was carried out in all its beauty and solemnity.
Carl L. Caviness was born near Chariton on May 6, 1896. He resided in Lucas county all his life prior to entering the military service, having lived at Lucas and also near Derby, in addition to living living at Chariton, where he received his education, including the ninth grade, which he finished in 1912.
At the age of 17, he enlisted in Co. H, Iowa National Guard, in which organization he served three years, part of the time being on the Mexican border. He later enlisted in Co. E 1st Iowa Infantry at Des Moines, on July 12, 1916, in which organization he served on the border. After returning from Mexico he was transferred to Co. E, 168th Inf., 84th Brigade, 42nd Div. A.E.F.
On Sept 1, 1917 he was married to Miss Ruth Cress of Charles City, and left the United States soon after for France. He started on the ship President Grant, but for some unknown reason that vessel returned to New York. Several days before Thanksgiving he again started for France, arriving there Dec. 6, 1917.
He was rated with his company on active service and was known as a battalion runner, his duties being to carry messages from headquarters to the trenches. He asked to be transferred to patrol duty. This was granted and it was while on this dangerous duty that his death occurred, he being sniped by the enemy May 20, 1918. He was 21 years of age when killed.
His comrades rescued his lifeless body from the German lines and a military burial given him, Chaplain Winfred Robb officiating and Capt. Ernie Johnson, of this city, being in charge of the firing squad. At the request of relatives the body was dis-interred and returned to America for its final resting place.
Carl was the first Lucas county man to fall in action and the Chariton post of The American Legion was named for him, the same being Carl L. Caviness Post No. 102.
At the conclusion of the grave ceremony on Sunday, Chaplain Holland accepted with a few words, the flag which had accompanied the body from France as a gift from Carl's mother and wife. It was the special request from the mother and wife that the post have the flag since it had honored their son and husband by using his name as the official post name. This is a beautiful flag and will be used as the official post flag to be displayed from the flagpole at post headquarters on S. Main street on ceremonial occasions.
It is estimated that fully 5,000 people were in attendance at the grave services for Carl. This is likely the largest funeral of any kind that Lucas county has ever witnessed and it will be many a day before another such is seen. All of which goes to show that we do not forget our heroes and are ever ready to show them the respect that is justly due brave men.
THE CHARITON LEADER
Chariton, Iowa
Thursday, May 30, 1918
CARL L. CAVINESS DIES IN ACTION IN FRANCE
Carl L. Caviness, of this county, has given up his life in battle in France, having been killed in action Monday, May 20th. His sister, Mrs. John Frazier, received a message Friday afternoon, conveying the sad intelligence of his death.
He was a son of Mr. and Mrs. David Caviness, of near Lucas, and made his home in Chariton with his sister, Mrs. John Frazier, and attended the city schools. His death is a severe blow to his mother, who resides in Caldwell, Idaho, and to other members of the family and to his many friends.
OBITUARY
THE CHARITON HERALD-PATRIOT
Chariton, Iowa
Thursday, June 9, 1921
HONOR PAID TO FALLEN HEROES
Carl L. Caviness and Henry R. Johnson Given Tribute
Bodies Returned from France are Laid to Rest in Native Soil
Lucas county paid fitting tribute to the heroes of the late war last Sunday when two military funerals were held, both very largely attended. On last Friday evening the bodies of Carl L. Caviness and Henry R. Johnson arrived in Chariton from the American cemeteries in France where they had been buried, the first having fallen in action and the latter succumbing to disease.
A good delegation of the American Legion met No. 2 and assisted in caring for the bodies in their flag-draped caskets as they were unloaded. The body of Henry Johnson was taken to the home of his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Gust Johnson, who reside north of Chariton near Cain church, where it remained until the funeral on Sunday. The body of Carl Caviness was given to the charge of Beardsley funeral home, who cared for it until the burial ceremony on Sunday afternoon.
The Caviness funeral was held from the American Legion, in charge of Rev. McKim, delivering the funeral address. The funeral train formed at the Beardsley Undertaking Parlors on N. Grand street and was a fitting memorial to the departed soldier. The flag draped coffin was elevated on supports above the sides of the hearse and flowers were banked on either side until the rough box was entirely concealed, while flags soared proudly above, proclaiming that the pride of America is in its defenders and that work well done will always be rewarded.
The escort of nearly 100 ex-service men in uniform led the cortege to the courtyard through the streets and square, which were profusely decoratated with the national emblem from both residences and business houses.
The public service opened with a beautiful funeral march by the band, and was followed by community singing of "America." Chaplain Holland read the ritualistic services of the American Legion and Rev. McKim delivered a stirring address in behalf of the deceased, taking as his text the scripture reading: "And their works shall follow them."
His words were comforting for he pointed clearly that the dead had not died in vain if their service had left behind them a memory which would be cherished by coming generations.
Following the brief services in the court yard the procession formed for the march to the cemetery. The band led, followed by the post buglers. Then came Old Glory, waving proudly aloft its message of freedom and liberty and supported on either side by armed guards, emphasizing that the nation's heroes are ever on guard.
Next came the uniformed escort, comprising nearly all of the local Legion post, as well as a delegation from the Russell post. This in turn was followed by the hearse and its burden of a brave soldier, being fittingly buried by his "beloved buddies."
Following were the relatives and as many as two hundred autos filled with the county's citizens, who were anxious to do all they could in paying honor where honor was due. The music furnished by the band was fitting to the occasion and the entire march was patriotically impressive. The service accorded at the grave was full military honors and this was carried out in all its beauty and solemnity.
Carl L. Caviness was born near Chariton on May 6, 1896. He resided in Lucas county all his life prior to entering the military service, having lived at Lucas and also near Derby, in addition to living living at Chariton, where he received his education, including the ninth grade, which he finished in 1912.
At the age of 17, he enlisted in Co. H, Iowa National Guard, in which organization he served three years, part of the time being on the Mexican border. He later enlisted in Co. E 1st Iowa Infantry at Des Moines, on July 12, 1916, in which organization he served on the border. After returning from Mexico he was transferred to Co. E, 168th Inf., 84th Brigade, 42nd Div. A.E.F.
On Sept 1, 1917 he was married to Miss Ruth Cress of Charles City, and left the United States soon after for France. He started on the ship President Grant, but for some unknown reason that vessel returned to New York. Several days before Thanksgiving he again started for France, arriving there Dec. 6, 1917.
He was rated with his company on active service and was known as a battalion runner, his duties being to carry messages from headquarters to the trenches. He asked to be transferred to patrol duty. This was granted and it was while on this dangerous duty that his death occurred, he being sniped by the enemy May 20, 1918. He was 21 years of age when killed.
His comrades rescued his lifeless body from the German lines and a military burial given him, Chaplain Winfred Robb officiating and Capt. Ernie Johnson, of this city, being in charge of the firing squad. At the request of relatives the body was dis-interred and returned to America for its final resting place.
Carl was the first Lucas county man to fall in action and the Chariton post of The American Legion was named for him, the same being Carl L. Caviness Post No. 102.
At the conclusion of the grave ceremony on Sunday, Chaplain Holland accepted with a few words, the flag which had accompanied the body from France as a gift from Carl's mother and wife. It was the special request from the mother and wife that the post have the flag since it had honored their son and husband by using his name as the official post name. This is a beautiful flag and will be used as the official post flag to be displayed from the flagpole at post headquarters on S. Main street on ceremonial occasions.
It is estimated that fully 5,000 people were in attendance at the grave services for Carl. This is likely the largest funeral of any kind that Lucas county has ever witnessed and it will be many a day before another such is seen. All of which goes to show that we do not forget our heroes and are ever ready to show them the respect that is justly due brave men.
Husband of Ruth Kress. Son of David Manley Caviness and Minerva Elizabeth Ballard
THE CHARITON LEADER
Chariton, Iowa
Thursday, May 30, 1918
CARL L. CAVINESS DIES IN ACTION IN FRANCE
Carl L. Caviness, of this county, has given up his life in battle in France, having been killed in action Monday, May 20th. His sister, Mrs. John Frazier, received a message Friday afternoon, conveying the sad intelligence of his death.
He was a son of Mr. and Mrs. David Caviness, of near Lucas, and made his home in Chariton with his sister, Mrs. John Frazier, and attended the city schools. His death is a severe blow to his mother, who resides in Caldwell, Idaho, and to other members of the family and to his many friends.
OBITUARY
THE CHARITON HERALD-PATRIOT
Chariton, Iowa
Thursday, June 9, 1921
HONOR PAID TO FALLEN HEROES
Carl L. Caviness and Henry R. Johnson Given Tribute
Bodies Returned from France are Laid to Rest in Native Soil
Lucas county paid fitting tribute to the heroes of the late war last Sunday when two military funerals were held, both very largely attended. On last Friday evening the bodies of Carl L. Caviness and Henry R. Johnson arrived in Chariton from the American cemeteries in France where they had been buried, the first having fallen in action and the latter succumbing to disease.
A good delegation of the American Legion met No. 2 and assisted in caring for the bodies in their flag-draped caskets as they were unloaded. The body of Henry Johnson was taken to the home of his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Gust Johnson, who reside north of Chariton near Cain church, where it remained until the funeral on Sunday. The body of Carl Caviness was given to the charge of Beardsley funeral home, who cared for it until the burial ceremony on Sunday afternoon.
The Caviness funeral was held from the American Legion, in charge of Rev. McKim, delivering the funeral address. The funeral train formed at the Beardsley Undertaking Parlors on N. Grand street and was a fitting memorial to the departed soldier. The flag draped coffin was elevated on supports above the sides of the hearse and flowers were banked on either side until the rough box was entirely concealed, while flags soared proudly above, proclaiming that the pride of America is in its defenders and that work well done will always be rewarded.
The escort of nearly 100 ex-service men in uniform led the cortege to the courtyard through the streets and square, which were profusely decoratated with the national emblem from both residences and business houses.
The public service opened with a beautiful funeral march by the band, and was followed by community singing of "America." Chaplain Holland read the ritualistic services of the American Legion and Rev. McKim delivered a stirring address in behalf of the deceased, taking as his text the scripture reading: "And their works shall follow them."
His words were comforting for he pointed clearly that the dead had not died in vain if their service had left behind them a memory which would be cherished by coming generations.
Following the brief services in the court yard the procession formed for the march to the cemetery. The band led, followed by the post buglers. Then came Old Glory, waving proudly aloft its message of freedom and liberty and supported on either side by armed guards, emphasizing that the nation's heroes are ever on guard.
Next came the uniformed escort, comprising nearly all of the local Legion post, as well as a delegation from the Russell post. This in turn was followed by the hearse and its burden of a brave soldier, being fittingly buried by his "beloved buddies."
Following were the relatives and as many as two hundred autos filled with the county's citizens, who were anxious to do all they could in paying honor where honor was due. The music furnished by the band was fitting to the occasion and the entire march was patriotically impressive. The service accorded at the grave was full military honors and this was carried out in all its beauty and solemnity.
Carl L. Caviness was born near Chariton on May 6, 1896. He resided in Lucas county all his life prior to entering the military service, having lived at Lucas and also near Derby, in addition to living living at Chariton, where he received his education, including the ninth grade, which he finished in 1912.
At the age of 17, he enlisted in Co. H, Iowa National Guard, in which organization he served three years, part of the time being on the Mexican border. He later enlisted in Co. E 1st Iowa Infantry at Des Moines, on July 12, 1916, in which organization he served on the border. After returning from Mexico he was transferred to Co. E, 168th Inf., 84th Brigade, 42nd Div. A.E.F.
On Sept 1, 1917 he was married to Miss Ruth Cress of Charles City, and left the United States soon after for France. He started on the ship President Grant, but for some unknown reason that vessel returned to New York. Several days before Thanksgiving he again started for France, arriving there Dec. 6, 1917.
He was rated with his company on active service and was known as a battalion runner, his duties being to carry messages from headquarters to the trenches. He asked to be transferred to patrol duty. This was granted and it was while on this dangerous duty that his death occurred, he being sniped by the enemy May 20, 1918. He was 21 years of age when killed.
His comrades rescued his lifeless body from the German lines and a military burial given him, Chaplain Winfred Robb officiating and Capt. Ernie Johnson, of this city, being in charge of the firing squad. At the request of relatives the body was dis-interred and returned to America for its final resting place.
Carl was the first Lucas county man to fall in action and the Chariton post of The American Legion was named for him, the same being Carl L. Caviness Post No. 102.
At the conclusion of the grave ceremony on Sunday, Chaplain Holland accepted with a few words, the flag which had accompanied the body from France as a gift from Carl's mother and wife. It was the special request from the mother and wife that the post have the flag since it had honored their son and husband by using his name as the official post name. This is a beautiful flag and will be used as the official post flag to be displayed from the flagpole at post headquarters on S. Main street on ceremonial occasions.
It is estimated that fully 5,000 people were in attendance at the grave services for Carl. This is likely the largest funeral of any kind that Lucas county has ever witnessed and it will be many a day before another such is seen. All of which goes to show that we do not forget our heroes and are ever ready to show them the respect that is justly due brave men.
THE CHARITON LEADER
Chariton, Iowa
Thursday, May 30, 1918
CARL L. CAVINESS DIES IN ACTION IN FRANCE
Carl L. Caviness, of this county, has given up his life in battle in France, having been killed in action Monday, May 20th. His sister, Mrs. John Frazier, received a message Friday afternoon, conveying the sad intelligence of his death.
He was a son of Mr. and Mrs. David Caviness, of near Lucas, and made his home in Chariton with his sister, Mrs. John Frazier, and attended the city schools. His death is a severe blow to his mother, who resides in Caldwell, Idaho, and to other members of the family and to his many friends.
OBITUARY
THE CHARITON HERALD-PATRIOT
Chariton, Iowa
Thursday, June 9, 1921
HONOR PAID TO FALLEN HEROES
Carl L. Caviness and Henry R. Johnson Given Tribute
Bodies Returned from France are Laid to Rest in Native Soil
Lucas county paid fitting tribute to the heroes of the late war last Sunday when two military funerals were held, both very largely attended. On last Friday evening the bodies of Carl L. Caviness and Henry R. Johnson arrived in Chariton from the American cemeteries in France where they had been buried, the first having fallen in action and the latter succumbing to disease.
A good delegation of the American Legion met No. 2 and assisted in caring for the bodies in their flag-draped caskets as they were unloaded. The body of Henry Johnson was taken to the home of his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Gust Johnson, who reside north of Chariton near Cain church, where it remained until the funeral on Sunday. The body of Carl Caviness was given to the charge of Beardsley funeral home, who cared for it until the burial ceremony on Sunday afternoon.
The Caviness funeral was held from the American Legion, in charge of Rev. McKim, delivering the funeral address. The funeral train formed at the Beardsley Undertaking Parlors on N. Grand street and was a fitting memorial to the departed soldier. The flag draped coffin was elevated on supports above the sides of the hearse and flowers were banked on either side until the rough box was entirely concealed, while flags soared proudly above, proclaiming that the pride of America is in its defenders and that work well done will always be rewarded.
The escort of nearly 100 ex-service men in uniform led the cortege to the courtyard through the streets and square, which were profusely decoratated with the national emblem from both residences and business houses.
The public service opened with a beautiful funeral march by the band, and was followed by community singing of "America." Chaplain Holland read the ritualistic services of the American Legion and Rev. McKim delivered a stirring address in behalf of the deceased, taking as his text the scripture reading: "And their works shall follow them."
His words were comforting for he pointed clearly that the dead had not died in vain if their service had left behind them a memory which would be cherished by coming generations.
Following the brief services in the court yard the procession formed for the march to the cemetery. The band led, followed by the post buglers. Then came Old Glory, waving proudly aloft its message of freedom and liberty and supported on either side by armed guards, emphasizing that the nation's heroes are ever on guard.
Next came the uniformed escort, comprising nearly all of the local Legion post, as well as a delegation from the Russell post. This in turn was followed by the hearse and its burden of a brave soldier, being fittingly buried by his "beloved buddies."
Following were the relatives and as many as two hundred autos filled with the county's citizens, who were anxious to do all they could in paying honor where honor was due. The music furnished by the band was fitting to the occasion and the entire march was patriotically impressive. The service accorded at the grave was full military honors and this was carried out in all its beauty and solemnity.
Carl L. Caviness was born near Chariton on May 6, 1896. He resided in Lucas county all his life prior to entering the military service, having lived at Lucas and also near Derby, in addition to living living at Chariton, where he received his education, including the ninth grade, which he finished in 1912.
At the age of 17, he enlisted in Co. H, Iowa National Guard, in which organization he served three years, part of the time being on the Mexican border. He later enlisted in Co. E 1st Iowa Infantry at Des Moines, on July 12, 1916, in which organization he served on the border. After returning from Mexico he was transferred to Co. E, 168th Inf., 84th Brigade, 42nd Div. A.E.F.
On Sept 1, 1917 he was married to Miss Ruth Cress of Charles City, and left the United States soon after for France. He started on the ship President Grant, but for some unknown reason that vessel returned to New York. Several days before Thanksgiving he again started for France, arriving there Dec. 6, 1917.
He was rated with his company on active service and was known as a battalion runner, his duties being to carry messages from headquarters to the trenches. He asked to be transferred to patrol duty. This was granted and it was while on this dangerous duty that his death occurred, he being sniped by the enemy May 20, 1918. He was 21 years of age when killed.
His comrades rescued his lifeless body from the German lines and a military burial given him, Chaplain Winfred Robb officiating and Capt. Ernie Johnson, of this city, being in charge of the firing squad. At the request of relatives the body was dis-interred and returned to America for its final resting place.
Carl was the first Lucas county man to fall in action and the Chariton post of The American Legion was named for him, the same being Carl L. Caviness Post No. 102.
At the conclusion of the grave ceremony on Sunday, Chaplain Holland accepted with a few words, the flag which had accompanied the body from France as a gift from Carl's mother and wife. It was the special request from the mother and wife that the post have the flag since it had honored their son and husband by using his name as the official post name. This is a beautiful flag and will be used as the official post flag to be displayed from the flagpole at post headquarters on S. Main street on ceremonial occasions.
It is estimated that fully 5,000 people were in attendance at the grave services for Carl. This is likely the largest funeral of any kind that Lucas county has ever witnessed and it will be many a day before another such is seen. All of which goes to show that we do not forget our heroes and are ever ready to show them the respect that is justly due brave men.
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