The death took place on Tuesday, at 115, Park-road, of a well-known Army pensioner in the person of Mr. James Mackness, at the age of 67 years.  The deceased, who had been in failing health for some time, was able to be downstairs on Saturday last, but in the evening he had a stroke, being smitten with paralysis on the right side.  He was immediately put to bed and Dr. Greenfield was sent for, but although everything possible was done for the sufferer he never regained consciousness, the end coming peacefully at 4.15 p.m. on Tuesday.  The deceased, who was a native of Wymington, had resided in Rushden about 26 years, and was formerly in the employ of Mr. Nattrass, ironmonger.  He had served 19 years with the Colours, i.e., in the R.A.M.C., and took part in the South African campaign, having also other periods of foreign service to his credit.  He was the proud possessor of several medals.  He leaves five daughters and two sons to mourn their loss.  Both the latter, viz., Gunner Ralph Mackness, of the R.F.A., and Pte. Harry Mackness, of the Labour Battalion, are serving their country.  Ralph has been in France nearly a year, and Harry, who has been twice wounded, is now unfit for foreign service and is stationed at Chatham.  The funeral is to take place to-morrow (Saturday) afternoon at the cemetery.