The Democrat
Thursday,September 10, 1891
pg. 3

Dr. Leslie Dead
Van Alstyne , Sept. 8 - Dr. James L. Leslie died here this morning about 1 o'clock, after an illness of several weeks duration.  The body was taken in charge by the Odd Fellows of this place, and the funeral will take place at the M.E. church this evening.
The death of Dr. Leslie is a sad blow to this community.  He came to Texas 38 years ago and for 37 years  has lived at this place.  He has been foremost in every public institution and by sturdy moral character and truly Christian spirit, had won the love and admiration of the entire community.  He was a physician who never refused a call from the poor and needy, a man whose purse was ever open to the destitute, and a Christian whose acts were ever consistent.  This little city in deep mourning over his death.