March 1894 - New Philadelphia Moravian Church --
Near the beginning of February the funeral of Mr. Craven Jones was held here by the pastor. The attendance was very large. Rev. Petree, of the
M.E. Church, and Rev. Robertson, of the Dunkard Brethren's Church, were present and took part in the services. Mr. Jones died on the 4th of
February, at the age of 75 years, 6 months and 1 day. He was a very highly respected citizen. (The Wachovia Moravian Newsletter)
JULY 23, 1903 - THE WESTERN SENTINEL
IN CAPT. BESSENT'S COMPANY: Some Facts About Recent Death of Private Thomas Jennings
The Sentinel is in receipt of the following communication, which explains itself:
ON BOARD THE TRANSPORT KILPATRICK, NEAR MANILA, P.I. JUNE 12, 1903
EDITOR OF THE SENTINEL: At the request of soldier-comrades of Private Thomas A. Jennings, "G" Co., 27th Infantry, who died at sea last Sunday,
I enclosed the attached data concerning him. I desire to add that I watched "G" company particularly in the recent Bacolod engagement of three days,
in which these soldiers remained alert on the line of fire constantly until the sultan of Balcolod surrendered, and can state that Private Jennings behaved
in a cook, courageous and solderly manner. North Carolina has given us some good soldiers for this regiment and these soldiers fought well an
Banyan, Macin, Balcolod and Taraca. Very Truly yours, George D. Rice Chaplin, 27th Infantry
The data referred to above contains the following information:
"Thomas A. Jennings enlisted May 16, 1901. Served with Company I, 27th Infantry from May 16th 1901 to January 9th, 1903, when he was
transferred to Co. G, 27th Infantry, was in Balcolod, Marahin Expedition from April 5th to April 16th, 1903. He was connected with the expedition around
Lake Lanoo from May 2nd to May 10th, 1903. Died June 7th 1903 at 8:30 a.m. Character excellent."
Private Jennings was known in Winston-Salem having served in Capt. Bessent's Company in Cuba in the years 1898-1899.
April 6, 1905 - UNION REPUBLICAN
DIED FROM FRIGHT: A peculiar as well as a very sad death occurred in this city, Tuesday, in the person of Mrs Thomas Jacobs, who lives at 722
Spruce St. It occurred this way. Mrs. Jacobs was at the home of Mrs. Davis, a neighbor, when a fire alarm was turned in which called attention to the
burning of a small tenement house near the Twin City Hospital. Mrs. Jacobs hurriedly started home, when she fell in the street in an unconscious
condition and so remained until her death a few hours later. Dr. Lott was summoned but all human effort to revive the unfortunate woman, were of no
avail. Death was caused by fright and it is the opinion that Mrs. Jacobs thought that it was the Graded School that was on fire and at which her children
were pupils. A husband and four children survive.
1959-Memoir of Brother Enoch Wesley Jarvis
The Church is authorized to offer to those who pass through sore trials of bereavement and sorrow, the full measure of God's sustaining grace, that
they may be able to meet them with Christian confidence and assurance.
This service gives us opportunity to witness to our acceptance of the great truths of Scripture and to strengthen our faith in the promises of our Lord
and Saviour, Jesus Christ, and the hope of eternal life.
One of the customs of the Moravian Church is that of preparing a memoir befitting the memory of the life and activities of a departed member. One copy
to remain in the church records--another copy to be presented to the family. It is the duty and privilege of the pastor to prepare and read the memoir at
this service.
FROM THE BEYOND
It seemeth such a little way to me,across to that strange country, the Beyond; and yet, not strange, for it has grown to be the home of those of whom I
ams so fond; They make it seem familiar and most dear, as journeying friends bring distant countries near.
So close it lies that when my sight is clear I think I almost see the gleaming strand; I know, I feel, that those who've gone from here come near enough
sometimes to touch my hand; I often think, but for our veil'ed eyes, we should find heaven right about us lies.
And so for me there is no sting to death, and so the grave has lost its victory; It is but crossing with abated breath and white, set face, a little strip of sea,
to find the loved ones waiting on the shore, more beautiful, more precious than before.
Ella Wheeler Wilcox
Death is not the end; it is only a new beginning. Death is not the master of the house; he is only the porter at the King's lodge, appointed to open the
gate and let in the King's guests into the realm of eternal day. So shall we be ever with the Lord-- so the rang of three score years and ten is not the
limit of our life. The life of a man is not a land-locked lake enclosed within the sore lines of seventy years or more. It is an arm of the sea, and where the
shore lines seem to meet in of age, they open out into the infinite. And so we must build for those larger waters. We must lay our life plans on the scale
of the infinite, not as though we were ony pilgrims of time, but as children of eternity. We are immortal!
The true Christian feels within his heart that he need fear no evil when God calls him to appear before the Judgment Throne-- for there he will hear the
words we all long to hear. "Well done, good and faithful servant, enter thou into the joy of thy Lord." The the eyes are opened to the joyful realities of
heaven; suffering and pain disappear; abiding peace and joy enters the soul, and Eternal Life in the presence of God begins.
Such we can say was the definite assurance of our departed brother, Enoch Wesley Jarvis, who on Wednesday morning, June 10, 1959, quietly and
willingly departed this earthly life to be with his Gracious Redeemer.
Born in Yadkin County, North Carolina, January 3,1880, the son of David Francis and Nancy Jane (m.n. Norman) Jarvis, our brother spent his early
life on the farm. At the age of 16 years he moved with his parents to Salem, N. C. Their first home was on South Elm Street (now known as Trade Street).
As a young man he secured employment at Fries Wool Mill. He later transferred to Wachovia Milling Company (associated at this time with the Pastor's
father). He then went to Carolina Hosiery Mill as foreman in the Boarding Room. Following this employment he worked as a carpenter with Jim Hedrick.
Then for four years he was a member of the Winston-Salem Fire Department, being stationed at Engine House #2. Upon leaving the Fire Department he
became associated with the Water Department of the City of Winston-Salem. This position he held for 30 years, retiring in 1949.
On January 13, 1901, our brother entered upon a beautiful life-long contract with a good and wonderful woman, Rebecca Theodore Brewer, who
went to her Eternal Reward on April 23, 1955. To this union of love and happiness, seven children were born: three sons--William Francis
(deceased), Ernest J., and David F. Jarvis; and four daughters--Mrs. M. S. Calloway, Mrs. H. M. Norman, Mrs. L. H. Conrad, Jr., and Mrs. H.
D. Page.
Our brother lived a devoted and witnessing life for Christ as his family, his Church, his pastor, his neighbors, and his friends will testify. On April 8, 1906
he united with Christ Moravian Church by the Sacrament of Adult Baptism--and remained a faithful and loyal member the remainder of his life. He served
as an usher at the Easter Sunrise Service as long as his health would permit. He was an active member of the Men's Bible Class. Brother Wesley loved
his Church--and attended services regularly. He loved his Lord and Saviour--and was happy in his knowledge of God's love and mercy for him. We will
miss his smiling face and his pleasant greeting. Brother Wesley was a quiet individual--and it was his practice to always say something good about
everyone--never anything bad.
He was very good to his children--and his grandchildren. He enjoyed life--was overly generous--and had many friends.
As a young mand he acquired a great love for baseball. He played with various teams and was a good catcher. He was manager of the Salem White
Socks Club for several years. This team played "anybody and everybody"--and won most of their games. Brother Wesley loved sports--and kept himself
well-informed in the field of baseball and basketball. It was his hope that the White Socks would win the Pennant this year.
The pastor had many enjoyable and rewarding visits with our brother--and it seems these words of Scripture apply so well to Brother Wesley: "He went
about doing good--".
He was a member of the Knights of Pythias, Wachovia Lodge.
Brother Wesley had been in declining health for three months--being hospitalized several times. He was admitted to City Hospital again on June 9th and
on June 10, 1959, at 10:30 o'clock A.M. he gained the Victory as he was called to appear before his Lord and Saviour, Jesus Christ, at the age of 79
years, 6 months, and 7 days.
Besides the children mentioned he is survived by three brothers, John, Tom, and Charlie Jarvis; and two sisters, Mrs. Annie Swaim and Mrs. Mary
Hellard. 27 grandchildren, 15 great-grandchildren, and a host of relatives and friends.
ON THE DEATH OF A FRIEND
You are not dead--Life has but set you free! Your years of life were like a lovely song--And we about you whom you moved among would feel that grief
for you were surely wrong--You have but passed beyond where we can see. Life never lost for you its lovely look; You kept your interest in its thrilling
book; To you, Death came, no conquerer, in the end-- You merely smiled to greet another friend! (Roselle Mercier Montgomery)
Funeral Service conducted by: The Rev. J. Calvin Barnes and Mr. John Walker Date: June 12, 1959 - 4:00 o'clock P.M. Burial: Moravian Graveyard
Morticians - Vogler's Weather: Fair and hot Memoir prepared by: The Rev. J. Calvin Barnes