The Sentinel=record., 1912-09-11
IN MEMORlAM.
Mrs. Lafayette Cummings.

Death is an event of everyday oc- currence. with which the living must be familiarized, but to which we can never be reconciled, except in the faith we hold that it is only state Of transitions newer and higher state of existence
 It is not common event-when one meets death--as Mrs Cummings, con nected as her life was with active christianity and philanthropic work and by association with much that is the subject of common interest when she passed away.
 | Mrs. Cummings was Miss Ludie l Eckridge, born in Breckenridge Coun- | ty Kentucky, July 25. 1875. She was married to Dr. Lafayette Cummings of Grayson County, Kentucky, Feb. 20 1895, where they lived until coming to Hot Springs Aug. 6, 1904 When in early girlhood she united with the Methodist church and on her arrival here presented her church letter to Rev. Forney Hutchinson and was warmly welcomed by himself and his members.
 Only one child blessed their union, lnicc l<tHd. ifOW ID NGdiS LII axe. Dui- ing her illness which lasted 3S days, this devoted daughter, with her low ing father, scarcely left her bedside and were untiring in their attention and solieitude for her comfort. But medical science and love could not hold the sweet spirit of her who has ere this heard the plaudit well done thou good and faithful servant, enter into the joy of thy Lord
 After suffering as a martyr from disease and pain her sweet spirit wing ed its flight to the God who gave it. surrounded by her faithful husband, daughter and friends Just as the clock struck 5 she bade adieu to earth and entered heaven.
 During her illness scores of friends among the churches, the rich and poor and the lonely called to express their love for her, who had at some time scattered sunshine and flowers in their pathway She was one of those beau tiful characters not often found full of love and charity, not accounting to the left hand what the right hand did With her basket on her arm she might be seen often vending her way to the aged poor in the community, some of whom have crossed the river before her. and will tell the Master of her good deeds
 She was a most consistent christian, always occupying her seat at church services and a faithful worker In the Woman's Missionary Society. She was also an henored member of the Maccabees and Rebekahs. Few fam flies were happier than hers. Con genial, harmonious and loving with her husband and daughter. Her home was haven of rest where she pre- sided veritable queen.
 Her dearest desire was realized two weeks before she passed away when her beloved husband knelt at her bed side and was baptized and received into the church by her pastor, Rev. Forney Hutchinson, to whom she was strongly attached. whose daily visit she looked forward to as great bless. ing She would often say, Brother Hutchinson, don't stay away long, come every day and pray for me"
 The funeral services will be held in Central Methodist church this after noon at o'clock, her pastor conduct  ing the same. Her favorite hymns will be sung by the choir Nearer. My God to Thee,n Jesus Lover of My Sour' and tOnly Trust Him
 The florists supply of beautiful flowers has been exhausted by the great demand for floral tributes for this lovely woman. From the church friends will follow her remains to Greenwood cemetery where she will be laid to rest.
 We can hear her say:
 Lead me to the land of beauty 50 may abide.
 Lead me where the flowers are bloom
 Ing,
 Where the music mild Is woolng. Where the hand of love is moving On every tide.
 Like little child I'll follow, Swift after thee;