Columbus Telegram, July 7, 1905
BIRTHS
HANEY--A 13-pound son came to bless the home of Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Haney on the day after the Fourth. [Richland.]MARRIED
LONG-KNIGHT--Mr. Carl Long and Miss Rosalie Knight were united in marriage at the home of the bride's parents, Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Knight, at 8:30 p.m., Wednesday, June 28. Rev. Warren officiating. The wedding was a quiet one, only relatives and close friends being present. A sumptuous supper was served and the evening spent with music and merriment. [Creston.]DIED
POLLARD--It is reported here that the body of Frank Pollard, the young man who was drowned near Fullerton during the spring flood a couple of years ago, has been found. According to the report the body was found at the precise point where the man was seen to go down, half buried in sand, and so well preserved that the features of Pollard were easily recognizable. The flesh of the hands was gone, but with that exception the body was intact. The finder is said to have been a relative of Pollard who has visited the scene of the tragedy after every hard rain or freshet of the stream.BUSSE--Mrs. Dora Busse, wife of John Busse died at her home in Leigh, MOnday morning, June 20, at 8 o'clock, after an illness covering the period of several months, at the age of 77 years and 28 days. The deceased was born in West Preiusen Preunity, Perleberg, Germany, on the 6th day of May, 1828. When she was a young lady she came to America and located at Davenport Iowa, and on the 10th day of June 1855 she was united in marriage to John Busse. They resided in Iowa until 1878, when they removed to Colfax county where they have since resided. [Leigh.]
Columbus Telegram, July 14, 1905
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BURT-WILSON--James Frank Burt and Etta C. Wilson, of Mead, were married by Judge Ratterman at the court house Tuesday. In applying for the license they acknowledged themselves to be half-cousins and both divorced.LIMBERG-HEDBERG--Mrs. Cora Hedberg, of this city, and Mr. C.H. Limberg, of Polk county, were united in marriage yesterday at the home of the bride's sister in Omaha.
DIED
McCONE--Leonard McCone, a young married man at Monroe, died last Thursday forenoon after a prolonged illness. The body was brought here for burial in Columbus cemetery Friday afternoon. The deceased was thirty-three years old, and left a wife with three small children.FOBES--Clara Fobes, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Decatur Fobes, died Wednesday morning at ten o'clock at the family home on west Seventeenth street. For the past year and a half she had been suffering with consumption. The funeral will be held this afternoon at the Methodist Episcopal church, Rev. G.A. Munro, of the Congregational church, conducting the service. Interment will take place in Columbus cemetery. The deceased was a young lady, not quite twenty-one years of age.
HOLLERAN--Lindsay, July 13.--Maurice Holleran, a resident of Lindsay since the days of his infancy, died last Thursday at the home of his parents here, where he had been stopping for two months in order to be near medical attendance. The funeral was held Saturday morning at the Holy Family Catholic church, Rev. Fr. Rabunus conducting the service, and the remains were laid to rest in the Lindsay cemetery. The floral display about the casket was beautiful. One piece was a large wreath presented by local Woodmen, with whom the deceased had been closely affiliated. Mr. Holleran was born in Omaha in 1866. In recent years he had been living on the farm owned by his parents near town. He was married, and leaves a wife and two children. Besides these his aged parents will mourn the loss of their only child. Among those from out of town who attended the funeral were Mr. and Mrs. Swift and Mrs. Cain of Omaha, Mr. and Mrs. Cronin, Ed Regan and Martin Burns, of Platte Center.
Columbus Telegram, July 21, 1905
BIRTHS
EVERETT--A daughter was born last Sunday to Mr. and Mrs. G.T. Everett, who are now stopping at Packwood, Iowa. They were called to Iowa several weeks ago by the death of Mr. Everett's father. Mr. Everett has remained there disposing of a stock of general merchandise belonging to the estate. He expects to return here about the first of August.WAGNER-ELIAS--Mr. August Wagner and Miss Pearl Elias were quietly married Wednesday afternoon at four o'clock at the home of the bride's parents, Mr. and Mrs. C.F. Elias, in the northwest part of this city. Although Dame Rumor several weeks ago announced the approaching nuptials of these two young people she did not appoint the day of the wedding, and it came as a complete surprise to the public in general. The only guests were a few of the relatives and most intimate friends. In the absence from the city of Rev. Wm. Cash, rector of Grace church, who had been desired as the officiating clergyman, the ceremony was performed by County Judge Ratterman. The bride and groom were unattended, and the ceremony was free from other formality. Miss Elias looking very charming in a gown of white mouslaine de sole, and carried bride's roses. The flowers in the parlor, where the wedding vows were said, were white roses and carnations, with fern foliage. In the back parlor were sweet peas and foliage, and in the dining room were pink carnations and foliage. After the wedding a five o'clock dinner was served in the five courses. The bride and groom left on an evening train for mountain summer resorts in Colorado. They expect to be gone about ten days, and will then attend the state encampment of the national guards and the target shooting contest at Kearney. In September they expect to begin housekeeping in their own home, formerly the Koon residence, on west Fifteenth street. The bride and groom have resided in this city the greater part of their lives, and are so well known that no introduction is needed. Mr. Wagner is a rising young attorney of the Platte county bar, and prominent in state military circles. At present he is captain of company K, First Nebraska regiment. His ability and energy portend a successful future. The guests from out of town who attended the wedding were Mrs. O.W. Mead, of Kansas City, an aunt, and Mrs. J.W. Wills, of Grand Island, a sister of the bride, and Mrs. F. Otterpohl and Mrs. Celia Ewing, of Madison, sisters of the groom.
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WAGNER--Robert Wagner, for over twenty years a resident of this city, died last Monday morning at his home near the Second ward school building. Last November he suffered a stroke of paralysis, from the effects of which he never fully recovered, and this together with a general breaking down of the vital forces on account of old age, was responsible for his death. The funeral was held Wednesday forenoon at the Catholic church, interment being made in the church cemetery. A large number of Columbus people who had known the deceased well attended the funeral. Mr. Wagner was a native of Rhine, in the province of Duddledorf, Germany. He was born March 4, 1830, and was therefore approaching his seventy-sixth birthday. When twenty-three years of age he came to America, stopping at Chicago. Four years later he was married, and after a residence up to that time in Illinois, he came to this city in 1884. For several years following he engaged in the livery business, conducting the "checkered" barn, or that now conducted by J.L. Brunken. Mr. Wagner is survived by his aged wife and two children. The latter are Mrs. Jacob Greisen and Jacob Wagner. One other son, Robert, was killed in the local siwtchyards of the Union Pacific company four years ago.McCARVILLE--Lockjaw, resulting from an injury caused by a toy pistol and a blank cartridge on the Fourth, was responsible for the death last Saturday of a Lindsay lad, Dan McCarville, 12-year-old son of Mrs. Agnes McCarville. The death occurred at St. Mary's hospital in this city, where the boy had been brought for treatment the previous day. Already he had begun to show symptoms of the dreaded effects of the frequent ending of similar Fourth of July accidents. According to statements of the attending surgeons here the boy had shot himself in the palm of his hand with such force that particles of the cartridge wad were imbedded in the flesh. They were allowed to remain there three or four days, or until the wound festered. By that time the poison had more or less infected the entire system. The boy became seriously affected only two days before his death. The body was taken to Lindsay Monday for burial.
HAASE--Simon Haase, a resident of St. Helena, Neb., died at St. Mary's hospital in this city last Saturday afternoon. Consumption was the cause of death. The deceased was thirt-five years old. He had been at the hospital two weeks.
NOVICKI--Mrs. Joseph Novicki, residing six miles northwest of Duncan, died last Friday forenoon from the effects of blood poisoning which followed childbirth. The funeral was held Saturday afternoon at the Duncan Catholic church. Mrs. Novicki had been married six years. She left no children.
ROZELLE--From a slight scratch on one of his fingers blood poisoning developed and caused the death last Friday evening of Frank H. Rozelle, a resident of St. Edward who had come to St. Mary's hospital in this city for treatment. Rozelle arrived here the day before his death. Gangrene had already set in, his arm and parts of his body being affected. The accident which resulted in his death was a trivial affair at first and medical attention was not solicited until it had developed into serious proportions. Rozelle was the street commissioner at St. Edward. It is said that he had been drinking heavily of late.
McFAYDEN--Roy McFayden, son of P.L. McFayden, formerly of Genoa, was killed at Fairfax, South Dakota, July 12, by a hurricane. Fourteen other people were injured by the storm, and the injuries in a few cases will prove fatal. Fairfax is in Rosebud reservation where Mr. P.L. McFayden and family have resided since the opening of the reservation. Roy McFayden the unfortunate young man was a brother to Miss Nellie McFayden who was associated this season with the Smith sisters in the millinery business. [St. Edward.]
BAKER--Simon S. Baker, aged 93 years died at his home at David City at an early hour Sunday morning. He had been a Mason for twenty-eight years. [Bellwood.]
BEARD--News reached here Wednesday of the death of County Surveyor Jesse Beard's daughter of Stanton. The particulars as they were told here are that Miss Beard and another young lady were in the Elkhorn bathing when Miss Beard's friend went beyond her depth and in trying to rescue her Miss Beard was drowned. Surveyor Beard was surveying for Mr. Connor north of Creston when the accident happened and intelligence was carried to him by one of Mr. Connor's men. [Leigh.]
JOHANNES--Mrs. Maria Johannes, widow of Henry Johannes, died Wednesday afternoon at five o'clock at her home fourteen miles northeast of this city, after an illness of three weeks which resulted in a severe type of typhoid fever. The funeral will be held this forenoon at eleven o'clock at the German Lutheran church in Bismark township, Pastor Frese conducting the service. Mrs. Johannes was in her sixty-eighth year. She was born at Oldenburg, Germany, October 16, 1837. In February, 1862, she was married to Henry Johannes, and together they came to America in 1867. For many years they resided in this county. Mr. Johannes died in 1898. The bereaved family consists of eight children, all of whom reside in this vicinity. They are Mrs. Gisine Linderman, Mrs. Anna Kumpf, Mrs. Wilhelmina Barjenbrach, Misses Josephina and Louisa Johannes, and William, John and Paul Johannes.
Columbus Telegram, July 28, 1905
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DALL-ROTHLEITNER-- Mr. Anton Dall and Miss Hattie Rothleitner were married at the Catholic church last Tuesday morning, Pastor Theobald officiating. There were present only a few of the immediate relatives. After the ceremony a wedding breakfast was served at the home of the bride's father, Joseph Rothleitner, on east Twelfth street. In the evening the bride and groom were tendered a serenade by a crowd of about fifty children in the neighborhood, who were treated so well that they made a second call and sang eighteen verses of "Blue Bell," without charge. Mr. Dall has been engineer at the hospital, but hereafter will engage in railroad work.DIED
RICKLEY--Maynard Rickley, 17-year-old son of Charles E. Rickley, formerly of this city, was drowned last Sunday in Seymour lake, a few miles southwest of Omaha. News of the tragedy reached Columbus Monday through the city papers. According to these reports Maynard and his 14-year-old brother, Fred, had rode out to the lake on their bicycles. The younger boy fell into the lake where the water was deep. Neither of the boys could swim, but Maynard, realizing the danger of his brother plunged into the water to assist him. He succeeded in pushing his brother into shallow water where he could easily wade out, but was unable to save himself. Reaching dry land Fred turned to the lake, but the brave brother who had come to his rescue was nowhere to be seen. It was several mintues before the lad could realize what had happened, and he then became frantic. His screams attracted the attention of passersby on the public road, and they came over to the lake. Diving into the water they immediately brought the body of the drowned boy to the surface, but all attempts to resuscitate him were unavailing. Since the death of their mother the Rickley boys have made their home with an uncle, George Burke, in Omaha. Their father is now a traveling man, and it was with considerable difficulty that he could be reached with a message informing him of the death of his boy. The two brothers were here about three weeks ago, visiting relatives. They were clean, nice boys and very much attached to each other. The funeral service for Maynard was held at Omaha Tuesday. Samuel Rickley, an uncle of the dead boy, and his daughter, Vera, of this city, were present at the funeral. The lake where the drowning occurred is on the estate of Dr. George L. Miller, about four miles north of Papillion. It is fed by water from artesian wells, used principally for ice-making, and is seldom frequented.SNYDER--By telegraphic message Wm. Snyder was notified Monday morning of the death of his aged father, Henry Snyder, at the old home in Peru, Illinois. He departed Tuesday for Illinois to attend the funeral, and will remain there a couple of weeks, assisting in the settlement of estate matters. Three weeks ago Mr. Snyder reutrned from a visit to his father, who was then strong and robust. Sunday night the old gentleman retired in usual health, but it [sic] was found dead in bed the following morning. To extreme old age his death is wholly attributed. The deceased was nearly ninety years of age, his next birthday coming in December. He was a native of Germany, but had lived in this country over seventy years. When he came here as a young man there was not more than twenty-five miles of railroad in the United States. His trip from the Atlantic coast to Illinois, which was then the frontier, was made on sailing vessels on the Great Lakes. Reaching Chicago he joined a party which settled in interior Illinois. At the famous Indian Creek massacre, which occurred in the early part of the preceding century, he was one of the only eleven survivors in the settlement. Chicago, then a struggling village, was his nearest market for wheat, and the grain had to be hauled by yokes of oxen. Mr. Snyder was always a farmer. For several years he had retired, having a comfortable fortune. His son here, William, expects to return to the old home and reside some time this year, probably moving with his family during the month of October.
KUSH--Mrs. Margaret Kush, of Petersburg, Neb., died at St. Mary's hospital in this city last Wednesday morning. A few weeks ago she had been brought to the hospital suffering from appendicitis in an advanced stage. She died soon after a surgical operation had been performed upon her. Mrs. Kush formerly lived in Polk county, and was well known by many of the Polish people in this vicinity. She was forty-five years old, and besides her husband she leaves eight children. The funeral was held at the Catholic church in this city yesterday forenoon.
PERSON--A daughter was born Tuesday to Mr. and Mrs. Fritjhoff Person, residing in east Columbus, but died the following day. The funeral was held yesterday. Mr. Person is an employe in the planing mill.
NELSON--Mrs. Elsie Nelson, widow of Nels Nelson, who died five years ago, passed away at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Charles Peterson, nine miles north of Genoa in Platte county, on Wednesday evening of last week. Funeral services were held in the West Hill church Thursday, and the remains were laid to rest in the cemetery near the church. Deceased was born in Sandby, Sweden, sixty-three years ago, her death occurring on the 63rd anniversary of her birth. She came to America twenty-eight years ago and settled on a farm in Platte county now occupied by her son-in-law, Charles Peterson. Three years ago she was stricken with paralysis. Since that time her health failed, and her death was not unexpected.--Genoa Times.
WAGGONER--Stephen Waggoner, twenty years ago a school teacher in this county, died last Saturday evening at Salt Lake City. No particulars of his death or illness are known here. The body was brought to Columbus for burial, arriving yesterday, and funeral services were conducted at the M.E. church by Rev. L.R. DeWolfe. The deceased was a brother of Mrs. J.J. Barnes and Mrs. G.W. Price, residing northwest of this city. He left this community about eleven years ago to accept a position as teacher in the government Indian school at the Pine Ridge Agency. He had since taught in Indian schools in California and Utah, but a year ago abandoned the teaching profession to become proprietor of an inn, or half-way house, at Price, Utah, a small settlement on one of the leading stage line from Salt Lake City. It is said that he was doing a good business and making money. He was forty-eight years old, and left a wife and two children, who will remain in the west.
McMILLIAN--Dr. E.C. McMillian fell dead in Fullerton Monday about four o'clock just as he was about to start for the depot to take the evening train for Genoa to join his wife who was visiting at the home of her brother, John Williamson. The wife was at once informed of her loss, and accompanied by her children and R.A. McMillian, brother of the deceased, departed for Fullerton soon after the supper hour. Dr. McMillian had recently returned from near Bismark, N.D., where he purchased property. He had disposed of his business and home in Fullerton, and was to have left for his new location this week, after a brief visit with relatives here. Besides his widow he leaves five children. [Genoa.]
WEBER--Word was received here Saturday of the death of Margaret Weber, the seven-year-old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Conrad Weber, of south of town. Mr. Weber and daughter was on a visit at Hemmingford, Nebraska, when Margaret contracted the diphtheria and died in a very short time. On account of the contagiousness of the disease the remains were buried there. [Leigh.]
Columbus Telegram, August 4, 1905 BIRTHS
SMITH--A daughter was born Tuesday night to Mr. and Mrs. Jack Smith. [Richland.]DIED
LAUR--John Laur, a citizen of Milwaukee, died at St. Mary's hospital in this city last Sunday morning. For many months he had been suffering with a peculiar affliction, one so rare that it is seldom seen in the largest city hospitals. While not the scientific name by which it is known, the man was suffering from a paralysis of the respiratory organs. Laur came here three months ago from Omaha, where he had been receiving treatment in a hospital. He was about fifty years old, and leaves nine children. His brother, Henry Laur, of Howells, Neb., was here to accompany the body, which was shipped to Milwaukee for burial.GERBER--John Gerber, an old resident of this county, died last Tuesday afternoon at the home of his son, Albert, one mile southeast of Duncan. For several weeks he had been suffering from acute liver trouble. The funeral was held Wednesday afternoon at the residence where he died, Rev. J. Braun conducting the service, and the remains were laid at rest in the Duncan cemetery. The deceased was nearly seventy-six years old. He was a native of Arwanga, Switzerland, and came direct to this county from the old country in 1866. His wife died seven years ago. He is survived by four children. They are Albert Gerber, of Duncan; Gottfried and Miss Emma Gerber, of Spokane, Washington, and Mrs. Mary Getz, of Bellingham, Wash.
MATSON--After long years of suffering as the result of a stroke of paralysis which she sustained a quarter of a century ago, and more recent afflictions, death came to the relief yesterday noon of Mrs. Wm. Matson, residing on west Fifteenth street, in Highland Park addition. In addition to the primary cause of her ill health she met with an accident about two years ago which had since rendered her entirely helpless. For the past week her death had been momentarily expected. The Matson family has resided in this city for the past two years, coming here from the old homestead three miles west of Monroe, which had been their home for thirty-two years. Mrs. Matson was formerly Miss Martha Wickblon. She was born near Stockholm, Sweden, July 28, 1836. Her parents came to this country when she was a girl ten years of age and settled in Illinois. She was married to Wm. Matson at Victoria, Ill., in October, 1856. Her husband and eight children survive her. The children are Mrs. G.M. Hall and Miss Anna Matson, of this city; Mrs. Howard Vore, of South Omaha; Mrs. C.H. Lindberg, of Stromsburg; A.P. Matson, of Fullerton; F.A. Matson, of Madison; A.E. Matson, of Pawnee City; and Mrs. A.N. Hollingshead, of Ganada, Texas. All of the children except the latter were present at her bedside when she passed away. Mrs. Mary Oline, of Monroe, is a sister, and her father, one sister and a brother reside at Bishop Hill, Illnois, the father being ninety-five years old. The funeral service in honor of Mrs. Matson will be held at the home tomorrow forenoon at nine o'clock, Rev. E.J. Ulmer, of the Baptist church, conducting the service. Interment will be made in the Friends' cemetery, west of Monroe. Mrs. Matson was a member of the Congregational church at Genoa.
BECHER--Mrs. Mary E. Becher, mother of our esteemed townsman, Hon. John G. Becher, and for many years a resident of this city, died last Sunday morning at 9:30 o'clock at her home in Omaha. Dissolution was the result of an illness with stomach trouble which had imparied her health for many years. Her recent serious illness lasted seven weeks, and for the past fortnight she has been entirely helpless, requiring constant attention. The end came not unexpected.
At the home in Omaha funeral services were conducted Monday afternoon by Rev. T.J. Mackay, of the All Saints' church, and the body was then brought here for burial. Tuesday afternoon at four o'clock funeral services were held at the home of her son, in this city, Father Pattee, of the Episcopal church at Cedar Rapids, being in charge. The remains were laid at rest in the family lot in Columbus cemetery.
The maiden name of Mrs. Becher was Mary E. Rickly. She was a daughter of John Rickly, one of the founders of Columbus. She was born October 12, 1840, at Columbus, Ohio. Her father came here with the first settlers of the community, and in 1857 moved his family here, from which time until fifteen years ago, when she moved to Omaha, Mrs. Becher resided in this city.
Her marriage to Mr. Francis G. Becher occurred in Columbus in 1860. Mr. Becher was the first local operator of the Western Union telegraph company. Later he became a prominent leader in demorcratic political circles, holding several public offices, and at the time of his death in 1876 was serving as county clerk in Platte county.
Mrs. Becher was the mother of seven children, three of whom are buried. Those surviving are John G. Becher, of this city, William S., and Misses Anna J. and Estella M. Becher, of Omaha. She also leaves a brother and a sister, John J. Rickly, of Grand Encampment, Wyo., and Mrs. Caroline J. Dale, of Omaha. The following are half-brothers and half-sisters: W.T. Rickly, of Council Bluffs Iowa; Charles Rickly and Mrs. Rose Burke, of Omaha; A. Rickly of Hobart, Oklahoma; Samuel Rickly and Mrs. Louisa Archer, of Columbus.
All her children were present at the funeral here, and among others from out of town were Mrs. C.J. Dale and daughter, Courtney, W.T. Rickly and daughter, Eulalia, and Miss Keys, of Omaha, who had been a favorite nurse of the deceased during her late illness.
Columbus Telegram, August 11, 1905
BIRTHS
MAGNUSON--A baby boy has arrived at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Oliver Magnuson east of town in Platte county. [Genoa.]DIED
ZUERLINE--The five-year-old son of Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Zuerline died Monday night after a short illness with diphtheria. The remains were quietly laid to rest in St. Francis cemetery Tuesday. There are no others of the family who have contracted the dread disease so far and it is thought they will not. [Humphrey.]ABLEIDINGER--Mrs. Barbara Ableidinger died at her home in Madison last Saturday morning after suffering for about two years with dropsy. The deceased was born in Germany 63 years ago. She came with her husband and family to the United States 17 years ago, coming directly to Humphrey where they made their home until 1902. They resided in Texas about one year and then returned to Humphrey where they remained until last year when they moved to Madison, where John, a son of the deceased, went into business. On Sunday July 23, Mrs. Ableidinger was taken to the hospital in Columbus in the hope that she might find some relief, but it seems she failed to improve, and last Saturday evening she was taken back home. It was feared that she would not live until she got home. It was necessary for her to sit up the entire way from Columbus to Madison, and considering her condition, she stood the trip remarkably well. Mrs. Ableidinger was the mother of twelve children, only four of whom are living. One son, Ambrose, is living at Perry, Oklahoma, a daughter at Houston, Texas, and John and Barbara living at Madison. The funeral was held from St. Francis church in Humphrey Tuesday morning at nine o'clock and the remains were buried in the St. Francis cemetery. [Humphrey.]
Columbus Telegram, August 18, 1905
BIRTHS
RECTOR--A son was born last Saturday morning to Mr. and Mrs. Jesse Rector. The parents reside at Grand Island but Mrs. Rector for several weeks has been stopping at the home of her husband's parents in this city, Mr. and Mrs. O.E. Rector, residing on east Eleventh street.KRYTZKI--A daughter was born last Monday to Mr. and Mrs. Phillip Krytzki, residing five miles northeast of town.
GERBER--A late news item floating down from Duncan reports the birth of a daughter Saturday, August 5, to Mr. and Mrs. Arnold Gerber.
MARRIAGE LICENSES
BEITEL-SCHIEBEL--...[T]he judge issued a marriage license to Alois Beitel and Miss Cecelia Schiebel, both of Humphrey. This was the first that had been doing in the matrimonial line in this county since Captain Wagner succumbed to one of Cupid's shafts--nearly a month ago.MARRIED
BECKWITH-RUSSELL--A.J. Beckwith, of Oconee, and Miss Cora Russell, of Omaha, were married by Judge Ratterman in this city last Monday and sent on their way rejoicing.HAVERLAND-BRAUN--Mr. and Mrs. Wm. J. Haverland, of Humphrey, bride and groom, passed through this city Wednesday for a bridal trip to the Portland exposition. They had been married that morning at the Catholic church at Humphrey. The bride was formerly Miss Mary Braun, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Braun. She has been quite a school mistress of the county, and is well known by many of the teachers in this locality.
KAUFMAN-STURGEON--A pretty wedding took place Wednesday afternoon at the home of Mrs. J.L. Sturgeon, four miles north of this city, when her daughter, Anna V., was united in marriage with Mr. William J. Kaufman, of this city. The ceremony was performed at five o'clock, Rev. H. Miessler, pastor of the German Lutheran church, officiating. Only the very immediate relatives of the bridal couple were present. Miss Lida Sturgeon, of Bonesteel, S.D., a sister of the bride, was the only guest from out of town. The bride was dressed in white wash chiffon, and carried white roses. She was unattended. The parlor and dining room at the Sturgeon home looked very pretty with decorations of white carnations, sweet peas and ferns. After the ceremony wedding dinner was served, and on the same evening the bride and groom came to Columbus and took possession of their new home, a pretty little cottage on Eleventh street, which was a wedding gift to them from the groom's father, J.E. Kaufman. They received many pretty wedding gifts, principally in the furnishings of their home.
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GOTTSCHALK--Frederick Gottschalk, one of the pioneers who came here from Columbus, Ohio, fifty years ago and took an active part in the founding of this city, died last night at his home in the northeast part of town. He had been ill about two weeks. The funeral will be held next Monday afternoon at two o'clock at the German Reformed church.PEARSALL--James B., little four-year-old son of Mr. and Mrs. C.W. Pearsall, of Omaha, was drowned Wednesday afternoon at Lake Okoboji, in Iowa. The little fellow was standing in a boot near the landing, and fell overboard. The body was recovered within five minutes after the accident, but all efforts at resuscitation were unavailing. Word of the drowning reached Columbus Wednesday evening in a telephone message from Ed. North. The little boy was a grandson of Mr. and Mrs. J.M. Pearsall, of this city, and Mrs. Pearsall went to Omaha yesterday morning. At the time of the accident the father was in the west, and was finally located at Phoenix, Arizona. To him the blow will be unusually hard to bear, as it is the second time accidental death has occurred in his family during his absence from home. Six years ago while Mr. Pearsall was visiting in California one of their children died as the result of eating a poisoned losenge. The tragedy occurred while Mr. Pearsall was on his way from Omaha to join his family, and he did not learn of it until arriving at his destination.
CORCORAN--Mrs. Dan Corcoran, of Genoa, who was brought to St. Mary's hospital about six weeks ago for an operation, died yesterday afternoon at one o'clock. Her husband and one child survive her. The body was taken to Genoa yesterday afternoon for burial.
Columbus Telegram, August 25, 1905
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BECKER-SCHMOCKER--Word has reached Columbus of the recent marriage of Miss Louise Schmocker, formerly of this city, to a young man in Kansas. The groom's name is Mr. J.W. Becker. He is associate member of a heating and lighting firm at Ottawa, Kansas, where the marriage took place Thursday of last week. For the past year Miss Schmocker has been manager of the Western Union telegraph office in that city. She is a daughter of John Schmocker, of this city. It had been a plan of the young people to have the wedding here in September, but owing to business reasons the young man was unable to leave just at that time, and so they decided to be married now and visit Columbus later in the year. Miss Schmocker was formerly with The Telegram. She is a pleasant little lady and possessed of many personal charms which make her a favorite with all her acquaintances.DIED
SANG--Judge Post received news the first of the week of the death of his brother-in-law, Mr. Orr Sang, who passed away very suddenly last Sunday at his home in Chicago. For over a year Mr. Sang had been in poor health, a stroke of paralysis being the primary cause of his illness. He was one of the pioneer salesmen in the west, being connected with a prominent wholesale firm in Chicago, and in the early days traveled in this state. Miss Georgia Post, of this city, had been a member of his household in recent years. The funeral of Mr. Sang took place at Leon, Iowa, one day this week. Mr. and Mrs. Post expect to leave for Leon today to join the widow and their daughter, Miss Georgia, and accompnay them to Chicago.WANKE--Hermoneous Wanke, an aged widower who was living alone, was found dead in bed Wednesday morning at his home five miles southwest of town. The discovery was made by a neighbor, Fred Thomas, who had made a practice of visiting Wanke now and then to see how he was getting along and assist him in taking care of his stock. Wanke was eighty-seven years old. It is thought he probably died from the effects of extreme old age. He had lived on the farm where he died about twenty-five years. Nothing is known of his history or his family connections. The body was given burial this morning in the Catholic cemetery at this place, services being conducted in the church at eight o'clock.
GOTTSCHALK--By the death of Frederick Gottschalk, which occurred early last Friday morning, passed from earthly scenes one of the very first white men who called Platte county home, and who settled in this section of Nebraska. His early experiences were those typical of the frontier settler, and he lived to enjoy the typical abundant fruits of Nebraska pioneers whose confidence in the future led them to endure patiently the hardships and the labor of developing an empire on the western prairies.
Mr. Gottschalk was one of five men who walked here from Omaha in the spring of 1856. Of these five, Jacob Lewis, residing in east Columbus is now the sole survivor. They filed upon land, and during the first summer built log houses. During the winter they trapped, hunted or walked back to Omaha, returning the following spring with provisions for the ensuing season.
For the first few winters Mr. Gottschalk worked in stone quarries near Omaha. Later he built and operated a ferry across the Loup river. In the course of time he accumulated money to buy three yoke of oxen. He then engaged in hauling grain to the soldiers at Ft. Kearney, fording the rivers and streams enroute.
His next purchase was a team of horses, said to be the first brought to this county by a settler. The team was bought in Iowa. On the first trip that Mr. Gottschalk made to Kearney his team was stolen by soldiers, and sold to Indians. Single-handed he started out to recover his property. For several days he followed the Indians and finally came upon them on the river bluffs almost directly south of this city. He had a six-shooter, which he used as effective argument in recovering his team. That was the only time the horses were stolen. They lived to be over thirty years old, and remained in Mr. Gottschalk's possession until they died of old age. The revolver which he used on the Indians is now a family keepsake.
Another achievement with which he is credited was killing the first elk ever slain by a white man in this county. This was done in the Shell Creek valley, about ten miles northwest from this city. Mr. Gottschalk was alone at the time, and he made the killing just at dusk. Guilding his course by the stars he walked back to Columbus that night, reaching home without mishap, and returned the following day for his game.
He took part in one Indian hunt. Indians had killed four settlers down on the Elkhorn river. A posse of soldiers and settlers was organized to run down and administer punishment to the redskins. The posse caught up with the Indians on the Niobrara river. The Indians were in a friendly mood, but threatened to annihilate their pursuers should an attack be made. It was a hopeless case for the settlers, and the matter was finally settled by the Indians surrendering those of their number who had committed the murder, four in number, who were taken to Omaha for punishment.
These and many other reminiscences of frontier life were frequently discussed by Mr. Gottschalk, but he lived throught them all and profited by the experience. He was always a farmer, and died leaving an estate of four hundred acres of choice land in the vicinity of Columbus. He also left personal property amounting to a small fortune.
Friederich Gottschalk was born January 27, 1827, at Winpfen im Thal, Hessen Darnstadt, Germany. He sailed for this country in 1853, arriving at New York the day after Christmas. One year he worked in a sawmill and one year on a farm in Pennsylvania. Then he came to Nebraska. On August 20, 1861, he was married in this city to Margaretha Denk. His wife died four years ago last May. Two of his children have died. The only survivor of his immediate family is one son, L.F. Gottschalk, of this city. He leaves two sisters and one brother in Germany.
The funeral in his honor was held at 3 o'clock, Monday under trees planted by his own hands on the homestead in pioneer days. Rev. R. Neumarker, of the German Reformed church conducted the service. A large number of the old settlers and friends of the deceased were present. The remains were laid to rest in Columbus cemetery. The pall bearers were Louis Phillipps, George Berney, Wm. Schilz, Gus G. Becher, F. Brodfeuhrer and Henry Loseke.
Columbus Telegram, September 1, 1905
BIRTHS
STREBLOW--The stork visited the home of Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Streblow last week and left a bouncing boy. [Tarnov.]KUSH--A new heir is reported at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Jos. Kush which arrived last week. It is of the feminine variety. [Tarnov.]
FLAKUS--Mr. and Mrs. John L. Flakus are the parents of a daughter born Saturday afternoon. The mother's health was very poor for a time but she is reported as improving nicely at this writing. [Tarnov.]
HOLLENBECK--A daughter was born last Sunday to Mr. and Mrs. Fred Hollenbeck, and Fred is reading "To Have and To Hold."
MARRIAGE ANNOUNCEMENTS
SCHAEFER-ALBRACHT; ALBRACHT-HUSEMANN--On Tuesday morning, Sept. 12th, at St. Bernard Catholic church, Miss Elizabeth M. Albracht will be married to Mr. Christ J. Schaefer, and after the wedding ceremony a celebration of the happy event will take place at the home of the bride's mother, Mrs. Mary Albracht. Just one week later, a son of Mrs. Albracht, Mr. John Albracht, will lead to the altar at the same church Miss Rose Husemann, a young and pretty girl of St. Bernard. The wedding of these young people is of more than passing importance to the residents of St. Bernard as they have been brought up in the community, are well known and favorites among their many friends.??--Mrs. W.S. Evans and Mrs. A. Heintz last Sunday evening departed for Salt Lake City. It is the home city of Mrs. Evans. She goes at this time to attend a double wedding, at which a brother and a sister will be married.
SCHROEDER-SCHROEDER--Word comes from Omaha that Louis Schroeder, son of Charles Schroeder who formerly lived in this city, will be married September 19 to a Miss Ida Schroeder, of Omaha. Although bearing the same name the two young people are in no way related. The prospective groom holds a good position with an Omaha hardware firm.
MARRIAGE INVITATIONS
SCHMIDT-ZUMBRUNN--Mr. and Mrs. Peter Zumbrunn have issued invitations for the marriage of their daughter, Freda, to Mr. Heinrich Schmidt, of Madison. The wedding will take place in the German Lutheran church in this city September 9.MARRIAGE LICENSES
License to wed was issued by Judge Ratterman last Monday to Mr. Judson E. Dyer, of Bakersville, Cal., and Miss Marion E. Lamb, of this county. The bride is a daughter of Mr. and Mrs. George Lamb, residing near Platte Center.MARRIED
RIPP-PERKINSON--Miss Lottie Perkinson and Mr. Wm. Ripp, two prominent young people of Platte Center, were married in the Catholic church at that place last Tuesday forenoon at 9 o'clock, Rev. Fr. Hyacinth, pastor, officiating. A large number of friends witnessed the ceremony, Mrs. J.F. Carrig, of this city, being among them. Miss Perkinson is a daughter of Mr. and Mrs. R.W. Perkinson, old settlers of this county. In recent years she had been conducting a millinery store at the Center. Mr. Ripp is connected with a general store at that place. They will continue to reside at the home town, occupying a new residence which the groom has provided for himself and bride.YAPP-BOLLING--Miss Lulu Bolling, who for the past year has made her home in Columbus with her sister, Mrs. A.C. Boone, was united in marriage last week with Mr. Harry Yapp, of Firth, Neb. They will reside in Havelock, where Mr. Yapp is employed as a machinist in the Burlington shops.
WAGNER-BARRETT--Mr. Theodore Wagner and Miss Cassie Barrett, both of Creston, were married at high noon Wednesday at the home of Rev. and Mrs. W.H. Halsey, in this city. The ceremony was performed by Reverend Purdy, pastor of the Presbyterian church at Creston, who accompanied the young people to this city for the express purpose of officiating at their wedding. The groom is connected with one of the leading mercantile establishments at Creston.
ANDREWS-??--Doctor Martyn, jr., has received a marked copy of a Colorado newspaper containing the wedding notice of Lem Andrews, formerly of this city, to a young lady from South Dakota. For many years Mr. Andrews was employed in the Niewohner jewelry store. At the present time he is a telegraph operator in the Union Pacific station at Trinidad, Colorado.
??-NANTKES--Miss Emma Nantkes, of Bunker Hill, Illinois, was united in marriage last week to a young man whose name we have not learned. The bride is a sister to H.W., and U.G. Nantkes, and as she was here visiting her brothers some time ago, is known by many of our readers. [Bellwood.]
BEAUTEL-SCHEABEL--Mr. Louis Beautel of this place and Miss Cecelia Scheabel of New York city were united in marriage in St. Francis Catholic church in this city Tuesday morning at 9 o'clock, Rev. Kurzer officiating. The bridesmaid was Miss Minnie Beautel and the groomsman, Joseph Schmitt. The bride is a native of Austria and arrived here about a month ago. They left Wednesday for a honeymoon tour through the western states and upon their return they will occupy the groom's farm east of this city. [Humphrey.]
DIED
KILMER--Mrs. J.C. Kilmer died at her home about two and a half miles north of Creston, on Thursday afternoon of last week, dropsy of the heart being the cause of her death. For some time past Mrs. Killian has been troubled with dropsy of the heart, which caused her death on August 17, at 3:30 p.m. aged 20 years 7 months and 1 day. The funeral services were held in the Methodist church, on Friday at 2 p.m., conducted by Rev. W.R. Warren, after which the remains were laid to rest in the Creston cemetery. She leaves a devoted husband and one child, besides other relatives to mourn her departure. [Creston.]SCHREIBER--Phillip Schreiber died Monday night about midnight. Monday afternoon his neighbors had gathered to do his threshing and Phllip sat in his chair and watched them. He was feeling bad but the end was not expected so soon. The funeral was held at the German church, near Mr. Lammers', and the burial was in the cemetery at the church. Mr. Schreiber leaves a wife and seven small children to mourn his loss. [Monroe.]
Columbus Telegram, September 8, 1905
BIRTHS
SWAIN--A beautiful daughter was born last Monday afternoon to Mr. and Mrs. Lloyd Swain. She weighs nine pounds, has black hair and eyes, and her name is Katherine Josephine. The Telegram reporter knows, because he is her proud papa. The mother and babe are doing nicely, thank you.MARRIAGE BANNS
COXIN-KERSENBROCK--The marriage banns of Mr. Charles Coxin and Miss Emma Kersenbrock were announced for the first time last Sunday at St. Bonaventura church. The wedding will take place the latter part of this month. Mr. Coxin is a prominent young farmer, residing south of the river.MARRIED
BABSON-NORVAL--Miss Martha Post last evening was one of the maids of honor at the wedding of Miss Ethel Norval, of Seward, who was united in marriage with Mr. Gus Babson, of Chicago. Miss Post and Miss Norval were students together at the state university and members of the same fraternity.JOHNSON-BENDER--Charles H. Johnson, a prominent merchant of Norfolk and Miss Effie J. Bender, a young lady from Yutan, Neb., were united in marriage last Saturday in the parlor at the Thurston hotel. The ceremony was performed by Rev. W.J. Turner, pastor of the first Congregational church at Norfolk, and was witnessed by two young ladies who accompanied the party. When securing the license the groom told Judge Ratterman that his ignorance of legal requirements in matrimonial affairs had cost him an extra fee. He said that while it had been his intention to be married in Columbus, he had stopped at Madison to secure the license, believing that it should be obtained in the county in which he lived, instead of the county in which the wedding took place. He was set right in the matter before making any more embarassing mistakes.
DYER-LAMB--Quite a surprise was held in store for this community when on Monday it became known that a marriage license had been issued to Mr. J.E. Dyer, of Bakersfield, California, and Miss Marion E. Lamb. The couple was united in marriage at the home of the bride Tuesday morning, Rev. F. Benjamin of the Palestine Baptist church officiating. The bride is the eldest daughter of Mr. George Lamb our well-known and honored citizen living west of town. Her well deserved popularity is due to her moral character, kindly disposition and superior intellectual attainments. The groom is not known here. He is principal in the commercial department of a college in Bakersfield, Calfornia. The happy couple departed for their new home at the above mentioned place Thursday evening. [Platte Center.]
DIED
KOUNTZ--A telegram reached Bellwood Sunday afternoon from Merriman, near Gordon, Neb., that George Kountz, son of Mr. and Mrs. John Kountz of Bellwood was drowned. Such news was startling, indeed, and especially so for the parents, brother and sisters of the young man. It seems that he was in a boat on a lake near Merriman, on Sunday when the boat capsized, dumping him into the water. It is thought he took cramps. A companion who was on the banks tried to save him; but all efforts were of no avail. Deceased's remains arrived at Bellwood Monday evening. Funeral was held Tuesday afternoon at the Baptist church, Lorenzo Weyand officiating. From the church the body was taken to the Bellwood cemetery for burial. Mr. and Mrs. Kontz [sic] and family have the sympathy of everbody in this community. George Rose, who lives as Merriman, accompanied the remains to Bellwood and did everything possible in caring for the dead body of his former schoolmate. Deceased was thirty years of age and had worked for Mr. Rose at the blacksmith business for about eight years. He was an expert swimmer and only a few days previous to his death swam half way across the lake he was drowned in, on his back. [Bellwood.]
Columbus Telegram, September 15, 1905
BIRTHS
JOHNSON--Born, last Sunday, to Mr. and Mrs. J.P. Johnson, a son. [Lindsay.]VRZAL; MOCK--A son was born Thursday, September 7, to Mr. and Mrs. Paul Vrzal, and the following day a daughter came to bless the home of Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Mock. [Lindsay.]
MARRIAGE BANNS
JAZWIEC-BURZYNSKI--The marriage banns of Michael Jazwiec and Miss Pelegia Burzynski have been published at St. Bonaventura church. The wedding will take place September 24. The young people are both residents of this city, and will reside here.MARRIAGE LICENSES
Marriage licenses have been issued by Judge Ratterman during the past week to Henry Gardner, of Columbus and Margaret Perry, of Wayne; Henry Schmidt, of Madison county, and Frieda Zumbrunn, of Platte county.MARRIED
HOOVER-OSTBERG--Married, at the home of the bride's parents, Mr. and Mrs. E. Ostberg, of Genoa, on Wednesday evening, September 6, 1905, Mr. Charles H. Hoover to Miss Lizzie Ostberg, Rev. R. Pierce, of Fullerton, officiating. The groom is one of the popular clerks at the store of the E.M. Spear Co. The bride was, until recently, employed at the same place. They will start housekeeping in the L.L. Green cottage in the east part of town. [Genoa.]SCHAEFER-ALBRACHT--Lindsay, Sept. 14.--A pretty wedding took place at St. Bernard last Tuesday, September 12, the principals being Mr. Christ Schaefer and Miss Elizabeth Albracht. The bride was attended by Miss Schaefer, a sister of the groom, and the groom by Mr. Always Albracht, brother of the bride. Miss Albracht was dressed prettily in white organdie, wore a veil and carried white roses. Miss Schafer wore light blue mull. After the ceremony wedding dinner was served to a large number of friends at the home of the bride's parents, and at the same place a bowery dance was given in the evening. The young married people received many beautiful wedding gifts. [Lindsay.]
SCHMIDT-ZUMBRUNN--The marriage of Mr. Henry Schmidt and Miss Frida Zumbrunn was solemnized by Rev. R. Neumarker at the German Reformed church last Tuesday afternoon at 1:30 o'clock. During the afternoon and evening a wedding celebration, attended by a large number of the intimate friends was held at the home of the bride's parents, Mr. and Mrs. Peter Zumbrunn, who reside on the road popularly known as "Lovers Lane," southeast of the city. Mr. Schmidt is from Madison, owning a good farm near that place, which will be the future home for he and his bride.
KOLODZIEJ-SUSS--The marriage of Stanislaus Kolodziej and Miss Victoria Suss took place at the Catholic church last Tuesday morning, and was followed up by a wedding celebration during the day at their home in south Columbus. The groom is bar tender in the Smagacz saloon. For a wedding gift the bride received from her father the old home place in the south part of town.
DIED
McBETH--The citizens of Bellwood were somewhat startled yesterday morning by the sudden announcement of Mrs. Wm. McBeth's death. She took ill on Monday and but few of our citizens ever heard of her illness. She was cut down in her twentieth year and leaves a husband and many relatives to mourn her death. Funeral will be held Saturday. [Bellwood.]MAHER--Mrs. Catherine Maher, widow of the late John Maher, died very suddenly of heart failure, at her home in Platte Center, last Sunday evening. Catherine Butler was born in Cork, Ireland, March 14, 1852. When eleven years of age she came to the United States with her parents, who settled in Massachusetts. In November, 1871, she married John Maher, and the following spring they came west and settled on a homestead about a mile south of where Platte Center now stands, enduring the hardships and privations which were incident to those early settlers. In 1888 they sold their farm and moved to Platte Center. Work and worry in the care of her husband, who died a few months ago, in his last illness, seriously impaired her health. She spent six weeks in St. Mary's hospital in Columbus during May and June, and returned much improved, and it was thought she was still improving until the fatal moment came when she passed away unexpectedly and painlessly, at the close of the happiest day she had spent in months. Her only sister, Mrs. Callahan, of Worcester, Mass., arrived three days before for an extended visit with her. Seven children, five sons and three daughters [sic], mourn the loss of the devoted mother whose life was devoted to their comfort and welfare. [Platte Center.]
PENGELD--Mrs. Joseph Pengeld died Tuesday forenoon at her home, at ten o'clock, after an illness of more than three months, cause of death being kidney trouble. Funeral services held yesterday afternoon from the Methodist Episcopal church, the Rev. C.P.W. Wimberly officiating. [St. Edward.]
FOSTER--Catherine, wife of A.R. Foster, died last evening at the family residence in the Third ward. She had not been strong in recent years. Her last sickness extended over a period of six weeks, death resulting from inflammation of the stomach. Catherine Donley Foster was born in Ireland in 1827, and came at the age of twelve years to America. She was united in marriage with Mr. Foster in St. Paul's cathedral, Dubuque, Iowa, in 1882. She had resided in Columbus since 1890. The only members of the family living are the husband and two sons, one residing in North Dakota, and one in Iowa. Funeral services will be held Saturday morning at 8:30 in the Catholic church.
Columbus Telegram, September 22, 1905
BIRTHS
GLEASON--Mr. and Mrs. T.H. Gleason are the parents on a nine pound baby girl, born Tuesday morning. T.H. is rather slow about the treats as he claims he had ordered a plow boy. [Platte Center.]KLUCK--A son was born to Mr. and Mrs. Fred Kluck. [Richland.]
MARRIED
GASS-HIGGINS--The wedding of Mr. Sam Gass, jr., to Miss Winnie Higgins was solemnized Wednesday afternoon at four o'clock, at the home of the bride's mother, Mrs. M.J. Higgins, at Schuyler, and the rank and file of Columbus bachelors suffers thereby the loss of an honored member. Not the event, but the date, had been kept secret from friends of the bridal couple here and received them by surprise. It was a quiet home wedding, and attended by only a few of the closest relatives. The ceremony was performed by Rev. Fr. McCarthy, pastor of the Catholic church at Schuyler. The bride was attended by Miss Rose Gass of this city, a sister of the groom, and the groom was attended by Mr. Thos. Higgins, a brother of the bride. Among those from this city who attended the wedding were Mrs. Henry Gass, Mrs. August Merz, Miss Rose Gass, Miss Anna Gass, Mr. Henry Gass, jr., and Mr. Sam Gass, sr. The bride and groom passed through this city Wednesday evening for a trip to Denver and will later be "at home" to friends in the August Merz cottage on Washington avenue. It is unnecessary for The Telegram to offer an elaborate introduction of Mr. Gass, as he has always made this city his home and is prominently identified with its social and commercial life. Miss Higgins has visited here frequently, and has many friends who will be glad to welcome her as a resident and associate friend.DIED
PLUGGE--Word has reached Columbus that Rudalph Plugge, formerly of this county, but now residing near Cordova, Maryland, died Wednesday of this week from the effects of typhoid fever. The deceased leaves a wife and three children. He moved to Maryland from this county about three years ago.HARVEY--Mrs. Diadame Harvey died Wednesday afternoon at 5:30 o'clock at her home on north Quincy street. Mrs. Harvey was eighty-six years old, and to her extreme old age her death is wholly ascribed. Mrs. Harvey was born in the state of Wisconsin. She came to Nebraska in 1864, her family settling on a homestead near Richland. Her maiden name was Stewart. Her marriage to Mr. Harvey took place in Columbus August 14, 1874. She has resided in this city since 1881. She leaves no children, but her husband is still living. The funeral of Mrs. Harvey will take place at the home this afternoon at 2 o'clock, and the remains will be laid at rest in Columbus cemetery.
EYERLY--By the death of Wilmer Eyerly, whose life came to a close last Sunday morning in the hospital at Fremont, is withheld from public ear the story in detail of a serious crime which was committed in Platte county over a year ago, and the man who had been held responsible for that crime has gained his freedom. Eyerly was principal witness in the prosecution of Wm. Odell, charged with having performed a criminal surgical operation upon a Platte county girl who died from its effects. Without his testimony County Attorney Latham regarded quite improbable Odell's conviction, and in district court before Judge Reeder Tuesday morning, he consented to Odell's discharge. This was the end of the case which from the start has been largely shrouded in mystery. Attorney Cornelius representing the defense, had collected evidence which he declares would have counteracted any which the prosecution might offer, and at the some time might have lifted the cover to cimcumstances most sensational in character. This side of the story will now never be known, and perhaps it is best for all. When arrested, Odell was serving in the United States army and stationed at San Francisco. His company is now at Madison Barracks, New York. He has notified the army officials at Fort Crook of his release, and awaiting orders as to where he shall report he will remain in Columbus. Eyerly's body was taken in charge by the young man's father, and shipped to his home at Hershey, Nebraska. It is estimated that the capture of Odell and his prosecution up to this time has cost the county $500.
SCHAEMEK--A two-year-old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. John Scheamek died last Thursday. Funeral services were conducted Friday afternoon by Rev. D. Czech, interment in the cemetery near the church. [Tarnov.]
KEHOE--Mrs. Kehoe received a telegram yesterday morning informing her that her brother, Thos. Coffee, was dead in London, England. Mr. Coffee's home was in Canada and the remains will be taken there for burial. [Platte Center.]
LICK--Last Saturday forenoon George Lick, a young man working for Will Nelson near Akron, met with an accident from which he died on Monday evening. He was plowing with a three-horse team, the lines over his shoulders. In some manner the clevis pin came out or gave way, and this allowed the plow to stop suddenly and the horses to go ahead suddenly. The lines over his shoulders jerked him over the plow handles and his head struck the mould board of the plow, cutting a large gash in his head. He hitched up the team and went to the house crying out as if in great pain, but was insensible by the time he reached the house, and never regained consciousness. The young man is without relatives or friends here so far as known. He has been working in the vicinity for some time past. [Albion.]
BAUMGARTNER--The infant son of Mr. and Mrs. Leonard Baumgartner, residing on east Twelfth street, died yesterday afternoon from the effects of summer complaint. The funeral will be held at the Catholic church tomorrow forenoon.
CARTER--Mrs. J.R. Carter died yesterday afternoon at four o'clock at her home on east Tenth street. For several weeks she had been suffering from a complication of diseases peculiar to womankind, and her condition had been critical for a week previous to her demise. This morning her body was taken to Creighton, the former home of the deceased, for burial. Mrs. Carter was twenty-five years old. Her husband and one child are left to mourn the great loss of a wife and mother. Mr. Carter is the druggist at the former Schupbach stand.
Columbus Telegram, September 29, 1905
BIRTHS
KORTE--A son was born last Monday morning to Mr. and Mrs. Adolph Korte, residing in west Columbus.MARRIED
HECOX-NAPIER--Mr. Clarence Hecox and Miss Josie Napier were married Wednesday afternoon at 2:30 o'clock at the home of the bride's parents, Mr. and Mrs. T.D. Napier, in south Columbus. The ceremony was performed by Rev. L.R. DeWolfe in the presence of fifteen relatives and friends of the bridal couple. Mr. and Mrs. Hecox will reside at Twentieth and Lewis streets, their home being already furnished. Mr. Hecox is a lather by trade, and is well known among the mechanics of the city.LEE-DUPSKY; LEWIS-JONES--Judge Ratterman has been called upon to officiate at two marriages this week, both occuring at his office in the court house. On Monday the marital vows were taken by Francis E. Lee, of Leigh, and Miss Frances Dupsky, of Stanton, and the next day George Lewis and Emma E. Jones, both of Madison, were pronounced husband and wife.
JAZIEWIEC-BURZYNSKI--A wedding of more than usual interest, owing to the elaborate ceremony connected with it, took place at the Catholic church last Sunday morning. The bridal couple were Mr. Michael Jaziewiec and Miss Palagia Burzynski, connected with prominent Polish families in this vicinity. They were attended by eight bridesmaids dressed in white and the companion number of attendants for the groom. The bride was dressed in white silk, and wore a veil. The wedding procession started from the St. Francis academy, and with all due pomp and ceremony the bride and groom were escorted to the altar in the church, where Rev. Theobald Kalamaja performed the Polish ring ceremony. After the wedding a celebration was held at the home of the bride's parents, east of this city. It started Sunday afternoon and continued until Tuesday night.
COCKSON-KERSENBROCK--Mr. Charles E. Cockson and Miss Emma Kersenbrock were united in marriage at St. Bonaventura church last Thursday morning, the nuptial ceremony being celebrated by Reverend Fr. Theobald. The wedding was strictly private, attended only by immediate relatives of the bride and groom. The bride was gowned in white voile over white silk, and her sister, Miss Ella Kersenbrock, who was bridesmaid, wore white wash chiffon. The groom was attended by his brother, Mr. Harold Cockson. After the ceremony wedding breakfast and dinner were served at the home of the bride's parents, Mr. and Mrs. J.H. Kersenbrock, in south Columbus. In the evening the newly wedded couple drove to their home known as "Island Grove" farm, four miles south of this city, and have since been keeping house. The bride and groom are well known and highly respected young people of this vicinity which has been their home since childhood. Mr. Cockson is particularly known in the militia circles, having seen actual service in the Philippines with company K. He is owner of a good farm south of the river, and has other farming interests in the state.
DIED
ZINGG--H.N. Zingg received the sad news Saturday that his father had passed away at Mt. Vernon, Washington, at the advanced age of 79 years. [Platte Center.]RODDY--The six months old son of Mr. and Mrs. Patrick Roddy living over near St. John's church died last Friday night of summer complaint, and the funeral was held Sunday from St. John's church and the remains interred in St. John's cemetery. [Humphrey.]
WILLIAMS--A telegram was received by R.F. Williams last Wednesday from the State department at Washington, informing him of the death of his son J.E. Williams. The message said merely that he had died of yellow fever at Panama on the 19th. Later, Mr. Williams received a message from Fred Watson of Panama giving the same information and saying that he had written. As it takes about ten days for mail to come from Panama it will be some days before further particulars will be known. Mr. Williams is making an effort to have the body of his son sent home for burial. Senator Millard has taken the matter in charge and it is hoped that he may get the necessary permission. The sad news was a shock to the entire community. Jay Williams was a young man of the brightest promise and was held in highest regard by all who knew him. He was born in Missouri, November 28, 1872. He received his education in the common schools and the West Point military academy. After teaching for a time and serving two terms as county surveyor for Boone county, he passed the civil service examination and served in the government bureau of animal industry at South Omaha for several years. He was employed in the postoffice here and later in the Kansas City postoffice. On the 4th day of last April he was transferred to Panama in the service of the paymaster's department. [St. Edward.]