Gregory - Frank - Montgomery InGenWeb Project

James A. McClure last Saturday received a telegram from Harry Gregory at Pratt, Kansas, announcing that his brother, Frank Gregory, had died there that morning at six o’clock. Mr. Gregory had been ill for several years with consumption, but only a few days ago Mr. McClure had received a letter from him stating that he was gaining in flesh and strength. His death must have been quite sudden.

Mr. Gregory was born in this county near Wingate and was the son of Samuel Gregory, who at one time represented this county in the legislature. His mother dying at his birth he was raised by the parents of James A. McClure, his uncle and aunt. He early displayed decided journalistic ability and began by acting as one of the country correspondents of The Journal. Later he came to Crawfordsville and took the position of city editor. In 1882 he was one of the organizers of the Daily Times, which died soon after the political campaign of that year. Mr. Gregory then entered metropolitan journalism and was engaged in responsible positions in Memphis, Louisville, Indianapolis, Denver and other places. He was managing editor of influential papers in both Memphis and Louisville and showed great talent as a journalist. Several years ago his health began to fail and he took a position on the Indianapolis Press. Later he went to Denver, hoping to be benefited, and worked on the Denver News. This was his last work and several months ago he was obliged to retire. He was married some years ago to a southern lady and she was with him at the time of his death. Their only child died several years ago. Mr. Gregory had many warm friends in Crawfordsville who will be pained to learn of his death. -s