GILLIS, J. B. – Uncle J.B. Gillis is not very well at this writing. He has been in bed most of the time for three months. [Prairie Grove Herald 4/12/1923] (Rhea) On account of the death of Mr. J.B. Gillis, there was no preaching here Sunday. Card of Thanks – We wish to express our sincere thanks to neighbors and friends who so kindly assisted us during the sickness and death of our father and grandfather, and to the lodge who gave the helping hand during the last trying days. - Mrs. Kate Gillis and Children. [Prairie Grove Herald 2/1/1924]