Arthur Wilson Davis |
| Posted 2017-04-25 by Judy Wight Branson |
| Prescott Evening Courier, Prescott, Arizona Friday, May 23, 1924, page 1, column 2 & 3 Well Known Local Citizen Succumbs to Heart Attack A. W. Davis, one of the best known men in Yavapai county and well known throughout the state, died suddenly and unexpectedly at his home, 117 South Pleasant street, at 2:30 this afternoon. He was taken ill yesterday, but this morning it was stated that his condition was not serious, and that he would be on his feet again within a day or so. Art Davis, a resident of Prescott for the last twelve years, came here from the Salt Lake cut-off, where he had been employed as a locomotive engineer. Previously he had worked for several years in a similar capacity, running between Winslow and Needles. He was a native of Arkansas. In 1920 Davis was a Democratic nominee for county supervisor, but went down in the general landslide of the opposition party. He thrice was elected to the city council, and he was a member of that body when death came. He is best known for his untiring work in behalf of the Williamson Valley Farm project, which due to his energy and courage, was within sight of realization when his life's labors were done. He had intended to become a candidate for supervisor this year, and it was believed - due to his fine record as a city councilman - that his nomination and election were assured. He leaves a widow and a son, Arthur Davis. Death was due to heart trouble. Art Davis was loved and trusted by his friends and he was true and loyal to them. Generous hearted and without fear, he won and held friendships as few men can. He was a community booster, a big man, and he will be sadly missed by the community he loved and served so well. |
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