"Died on Sunday, November 9th, John R. Mizelle, at the home of his daughter, Mr. W. C. King in Miami, aged 76 after an illness lasting eighteen months. Mr. Mizelle at one time lived in this city [West Palm Beach], although Pompano has been his home for many years. He was the first mayor of that city where he also served previously as justice of the peace. At one time a noted Republican politician, Mr. Mizelle occupied the position of U. S. Marshall in this state. He is survived by three daughters: Mrs. W. C. King of Miami and Mrs. C. D. Hinson and Mrs. S. M. Hamilton of Pompano. The remains were brought here on Monday morning for interment."

The Tropical Sun (West Palm Beach), November 13, 1913