Brother of Mrs. Effie Gulledge Killed in Action

Word was received here Saturday by Mrs. Effie Gulledge from her sister-in-law, Mrs. D. D. Gault of Dallas, Rt. 1, of the death of her brother, D. D. Gault, who was in the U.S. Navy.
Following is a copy of the message they received.
"The Navy Department deeply regrets to inform you that your husband, Duke David Gault, chief machinist's mate, U.S. Navy was killed in action in the performance of his duty and in the service of his country. The department extends to you its sincerest sympathy in your great loss. To prevent possible aid to our enemies, please do not divulge the name of his ship or station. If not possible to send the remains home, they will be interred temporarily in the locality where death occurred and you will be notified accordingly."
Gault had served in the navy 21 years. He had won numerous medals as an expert rifleman and another medal for 20 years of good conduct.
Survivors include his wife and two children; two sisters, Mrs. Effie Gulledge of Carrollton, and Mrs. B. W. Tolleson; his mother, Mrs. J. W. Gault of Dallas, Rt. 1; and two brothers, J. C. Gault and Joe Gault, both of Dallas, Rt. 1.

The Carrollton Chronicle - Friday, June 12, 1942
Submitted by Edward Lynn Williams

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