This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: BarbaraCox147 Surnames: Powell Classification: death Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/surnames.powell/7128/mb.ashx Message Board Post: from old undated notice in Jacksonville FL Times Union: James R POWELL Was Lost When Ship Sank Mrs L M Powell of 27 West Monroe street has received a telegram from the adjutant general's office, Washington DC stating that her son, Sergeant James R Powell, coast artillery corps, USA, was lost when the transport Otranto, sank off the coast of Ireland on October 6, 1918. Sergeant Powell was a Jacksonville boy and was widely known here. He joined the colors some time ago, and, like many others, made the supreme sacrifice for his country. Important Note: The author of this message may not be subscribed to this list. If you would like to reply to them, please click on the Message Board URL link above and respond on the board.