WILLIAM JOHNSON RUTLEDGE

Rev. William Rutledge

Rev. William J. Rutledge died at his home in Jacksonville Sunday, aged 86 years. He was one of the founders of the Grand Army of the Republic, a minister of the M. E. church, and well known in every nook and corner of the state.

Published in the Astoria Search Light on 4/19/1900

[Laura's note: According to other records, he was more likely 79 years old at time of death, rather than 86 as listed here.]