Died

James McNulty, who recently died at Floodwood, Mich., where he has been
engaged in business for some time past, was buried in this city last
Monday, the funeral services being held at St. Joseph's church. The
deceased was formerly a resident of Oconto, and was proprietor of the
McNulty Hotel, which was located just west of the Richmond House. There
was a large attendance at the funeral.
 

Obituary

Died, at Morgan, Dec 19, 1892, John C. Major.

Mr. Major was born in Ontario, Canada, Jan. 9, 1823; he was married in
1845 to Miss Sarah Haley. During the gold excitement of '49 he went to
California where he engaged in mining. The journey was made in a steamer
going around South America, and taking 6 months to make the voyage. He
remained four years; the returning moved his family to Sanilac county,
Mich. After living here fifteen years he moved to Iowa, where he owned a
large prairie farm.

Seven years ago he moved to Spokane Falls, Wash., where he remained five
years; he then returned to Wisconsin, settling at Abrams, Oconto Co.

He leaves a wife, three sons and five daughters. Mr. Major leaves a
large circle of mourning friends, who will always remember him as a good
neighbor, honest and upright, kind to his family and others around him.
 

Died

At the residence of his son, H. D. Whitcomb, in the town of Little
Suamico, on Monday, Jan. 2, 1893, Mr. Edmund Whitcomb aged 78 years, 5
months and 19 days.

Deceased was a native of Tompkins county, New York, where he grew to
manhood and married. In 1836 he moved to Wisconsin and settled in
Kenosha county, where he resided for some years. In 1861 he moved to
Oconto county and settled on a farm in Pensaukee, which he had walked
all the way from Kenosha some years previous to enter as a homestead.
Later he moved to Suamico, where he has resided up to the time of his
death. He leaves three children, Mrs. E.A. DeLano and W. W. Whitcomb, of
Pensaukee, and H. D. Whitcomb, of Little Suamico. The funeral occurred
Wednesday, Jan 5, services being held at the M. E. church, Abrams, the
Rev. T. Austin officiating.

The deceased was one of the earliest pioneers in this state, having
moved into Wisconsin in the territorial days, twelve years before it
became a state. He was a man of upright character and sterling worth,
and enjoyed the esteem and respect of the entire community in which he
lived.
 

Old Pioneer at Rest

John Volk, the old pioneer of the west passed away peacefully to his
long home at the ripe age of 86 years, 11 months and 11 days, after a
short illness caused by the effects of lagrippe and old age, on the 11th
day of December, 1892, at 5 o'clock Sunday morning. He was born Jan.
22nd, 1806, in the city of New York, but was brought up by his
grandfather in New Jersey, his father having died when he was but 3
years old. He was sent to school and when 13 years of age he finished
his studies and was put out to learn the coopers' trade, which he often
made use of in after years. When about 21 years of age he married Hannah
Jersey, to whom was born John C. Volk, who was killed in the logging
woods in the winter of 1864. His wife having died, Mr. Volk afterward
married Almira Kitcham, who now survives him after a pilgrimage of 62
years and raising a family of six boys and two girls, they all surviving
him but Henry, the oldest son, who died about two in a half years ago.
In 1833 he moved west and made his home in Illinois for nine years,
having purchased a tract of 400 acres of land near Chicago, and at one
time owned 80 acres now in the heart of the city. This property he sold,
moved to Wisconsin and went into the lumber business at Kewaunee, where
he did a prosperous business for 12 years, when he returned to Chicago
for 3 years, to Racine for one year, and then came to Oconto Falls. This
being by reason of transportation privileges a very poor lumbering point
he lost nearly all his property, when in 1860 he with wife and the five
youngest boys moved to Kansas, which was quite an undertaking, going all
the way with a span of horses and covered wagon and being seven weeks on
the road. It being a very troublesome time added somewhat to the
discouragement's of the trip, but he reached his destination in Anderson
county in the time of famine, when the ground was so dry that it cracked
open so you could see a foot or two in depth. After sowing for three
successive seasons without reaping they removed to the northern part of
the state, stopping at Lawrence, which was a very pretty place, but
being unable to get the farm of which he had bought the claim he
returned to Oconto Falls, being only two weeks on the road when the
Guerilla Quantrel made his raid through the country destroying the town
of Lawrence and killing many innocent people. Arriving at Oconto Falls
he commenced farming, and lumbering in the winters. He had just cleverly
got things shaped around so as to begin to take life a little easier
when the great fire of 1871 burnt everything but the clothes on their
backs, leaving them about destitute. He again rebuilt and by the kind
providence of God has since made a comfortable living. He left behind
him five sons and two daughters, there being 106 by marriage including
grand children and great grandchildren. He services his only brother,
younger then himself many years. The last year or two of his life his
mind was very weak, and he finally left all care of the little store and
other business to his wife and those of his house. He kept up his faith
in the church which he had joined sixty years ago; thus for sixty years
he was a member of the M. E. church without a break in the whole line of
years. Those that saw him the last few years of his life could not help
but notice the calm spirit he possessed. I sometime think there never
was a more patient soul in the world. He had a pleasant smile and a kind
word for children and those around him, and thus he passed away.
 

Last Saturday night Johnie and Adolph Sederstrom received an equally sad
and unexpected summons, namely to come and attend the funeral of their
four year old sister, Amelia, who died at her home in Pulcifer on Friday
night. Our heartfelt sympathies are with the sadly bereaved family.
 

Abrams

Your correspondent extends sympathy to Mr. and Mrs. Yeaton in the sad
affliction, which befell them on Christmas morning in the death of their
infant son. In such sorrow consolation can only be found in that belief
taught by religion upon which the wisest and greatest of the human race
have rested their faith, trusting in one form or another that death is
not the end of life, but a transition into a new and brighter youth and
better land.

Abrams

Your correspondent extends sympathy to Mr. and Mrs. Yeaton in the sad
affliction, which befell them on Christmas morning in the death of their
infant son. In such sorrow consolation can only be found in that belief
taught by religion upon which the wisest and greatest of the human race
have rested their faith, trusting in one form or another that death is
not the end of life, but a transition into a new and brighter youth and
better land. 
 

Died

At the residence of his parents, on the Holt Lumber Co.'s farm, in the
town of Maple Valley, on Thursday night, William Abel, only son of Mr.
and Mrs. Paul McDonald, in the fourteenth year of his age.

The deceased was an unusual bright lad, and gave promise of a brilliant
future, and his early death is a severe disappointment not only to his
relatives but to many warm friends who were attracted to him by his
manly and intelligent demeanor. His death was caused by heart failure,
resulting from an attack of diphtheria from which he had apparently
recovered. He leaves, besides his afflicted parents, two sorrowing
sisters, Miss Nellie and Emily. The burial took place Saturday afternoon
in the public cemetery in this city, the funeral ceremonies being
conducted by the Rev. G. Bossard, of the First Presbyterian church.
Several vehicles containing friends of the family from this city met the
funeral procession about 6 miles west of Oconto and accompanied the
remains to their resting-place.
 

Mrs. Stine Jorgenson died of pneumonia last Monday. The deceased has
lived in Gillett for a number of years.

Died

Mr. and Mrs. Brennan, of Pulcifer, mourn the loss of their youngest
daughter, Maggie, aged 10 years, who died Sunday mourning, after an
illness of two weeks. The funeral occurred Tuesday, Rev. Father Lochman,
of Oconto officiating.
 

Died

At his residence in the South ward, Monday morning, Feb. 6, 1893, John
A. Brown, aged 47 years and 9 months.

The deceased was a native of New York State, but had come west and
settled in this city about twenty years ago.

He was an industrious man and a good citizen. For some years past he had
been engaged in picking up logs on the bay shore, which was a very
lucrative operation, but through the exposure incident to that work he
contracted a sickness which developed into heart decease and dropsy. He
had been seriously ailing for more then a year and for some months past
had been confined to his bed. The deceased leaves a stricken wife and
four children - one daughter and three sons.

The burial took place Wednesday forenoon from St. Mark's Episcopal
church, where Rev. L. D. Hopkins celebrated the Holy Eucharist and
conducting funeral services, after which the remains were conveyed to
the public cemetery and consigned to their last earthly resting place.
 

Mesers. Jesse and George Birmingham went to Marinette to attend the
funeral of their sister, Mrs. McIntyre, who died from the effects of a
cancer, which had been twice removed. Mr. and Mrs. McIntyre came from
New York state twenty-five years ago and made their home at Brookside
until about a year ago, when they removed to Marinette, to live with
their only son. They were liked by everyone here, and were known all
through the town as Uncle Peter and Aunt Nancy.

An Old Settler Gone

Thos. Tourtillotte, one of the oldest settlers of Oconto, died at his
home on Second street early Wednesday morning. The deceased was about
72 years of age, and had been a resident of this city for forty years.
He leaves a wife and several children and grandchildren. He was buried
yesterday afternoon from the Methodist church, the funeral being under
auspices of E. A. Ramsey Post G. A. R. of which the deceased was a
member.
 

Died

At his home on State street, Feb. 12, 1893, Daniel McArthy, ages 42
years.
The deceased was a native of Rhode Island, but with his parents moved to
Wisconsin many years ago, and for the past twenty years MR. McArthy had
been a resident of this city. For several years he had been a sufferer
from Bright's decease, and during the past few months had been an
invalid. Six years ago Mr. McArty was elected Alderman for the West
ward, and demonstrated such ability in city affairs that his
constituents have retained him as their representative up to the time of
his death. The deceased has been engaged in the hotel and livery
business for some years, and being possesses of good business judgement
and tact has been very successful in the undertaking. He was a very
straightforward man, and enjoyed the confidence and esteem of those with
whom he was associated either in matters of business or socially. He
leaves a sorrowing wife and one child, a son about twelve years of age.
He was buried Wednesday morning from St., Joseph's church, High Mass
being celebrated by Rev. Father Lochman. The funeral cortege which
followed the remains to the cemetery was very large and indicated the
high esteem in which the deceased was held.
 

On Tuesday of last week, the 7th inst. is the date of death of Willie Riley, who's body
was found about one mile from camp where he had evidently fallen in weariness and 
frozen to death near Wausaukee. 
Willie Riley was nearly 17 years of age, the son of Mr. Thomas Riley.
 

Died

At the residence of her daughter Mrs. Jacob Spies, in this city, on
Friday morning, Feb. 24, 1893, Mrs. John Henrich, aged 77 years.
The deceased had been a resident of this city nearly three years, having
come shortly after the death of her husband at Rice Lake, and was a lady
of eminent christian qualities and kindly disposition who was dearly
loved by all who knew her. Mrs. Henrich had been ailing for some months,
and suffered considerably, so that the summons to go hence was gladly
obeyed, and she laid down the cares of mortal life confident in the
promise of a glorious here-after to those who do the Master's will.
The deceased is survived by four children; Mrs. Jacob Spies and Mrs. Wm.
Klass, of this city; and Mrs. O'Neil and Mr. Frank Henrich, of Rice
Lake.
The remains were on Saturday taken to Rice Lake for burial, being
followed to the M & N R'y in this city by many sympathizing friends.

Mr. and Mrs. A. Zipple, of Gillett, were in the city last week, called
hither by the death of Mrs. Z's grandmother, Mrs. Heinrich.

Died, the only son of Mr. and Mrs. Herman Blaser, aged 3 years, 1 month,
and 3 days. He was a very bright and promising little child. The grief
stricken parents have the sympathy of the whole community.
 

Mr. Albert Weiger died very suddenly at his home, near Lena P.O., the
first of the week. He was buried near the city cemetery on Wednesday,
Rev. W. D. Cox officiating.
The deceased enlisted at the age of 19 years in Company I, 119th
regiment of New York volunteers, and served in the war and was
discharged from Chestnut Hill Hospital, Philadelphia, May, 1865. He was
wounded three times and sent to the hospital and was there nine months.
He was a faithful and true soldier to his country. He has lived in Lena
for the last 19 years and has held office of justice of the peace for
about 10 years, He leaves a wife and five children, two sons and three
daughters and one brother, Cyrus Widger, of Black Creek, Wisconsin, and
also three sisters, Mrs. A, E, Hitchcock, of Hilo, Hawaii, Sandwhich
Islands, and Mrs. C. G. Alton, of Sandy Creek, Oswego Co., New York, and
Mrs. Carrie Gardner, of Deruyter, Madison Co., N. Y. E. L. Widger was a
kind genial hearted man and his loss is felt most deeply among his
neighbors and friends. Mrs. Alton was the only sister that was present
at his burial.

Hannah, wife of O. J. Burdick, died at her home at Abrams on Wednesday,
April 5th, 1893, aged 43 years. The deceased was a most estimable
christian lady, and her death is deeply mourned by many friends. She
leaves a husband and nine children.

Capt. E. L. Widger died suddenly at his home in Lena, on Sunday, April
2, 1893, aged 50 years, 2 months and 12 days. He leaves a wife and five children, 
two sons and three daughters and one brother, Cyrus Widger, of Black Creek, Wisconsin, and
also three sisters, Mrs. A, E, Hitchcock, of Hilo, Hawaii, Sandwhich
Islands, and Mrs. C. G. Alton, of Sandy Creek, Oswego Co., New York, and
Mrs. Carrie Gardner, of Deruyter, Madison Co., N. Y. E. L. 
 

Obituary

Died, at Kent, Langlade Co., Wis., Alice Maud, beloved wife of Joseph
McKinnon, on Thursday, April 13, 1893, the 20th year of her age.
The deceased had been sufferer from Dropsy and heart disease for some
time, and on the day of his death arose from a refreshing sleep
apparently in excellent health. Shortly after getting up however, he sat
down on the bed, and died almost immediately. His remains were brought
to this city on Tuesday, and being met by Oconto Lodge No. 190,
I.O.O.F., of which the deceased was a member, were excorted to the
Presbyterian church, where funeral services were conducted by Rev. S. E.
Very whence they were removed to the public cemetery and laid away in
the "silent city."

Death of Gustave Rohrlack

Gustave Rohrlack, one of the oldest fisherman of the west shore died at
his home on the bay shore on Sunday, in the 72nd year of his age.
The deceased had been sufferer from Dropsy and heart disease for some
time, and on the day of his death arose from a refreshing sleep
apparently in excellent health. Shortly after getting up however, he sat
down on the bed, and died almost immediately. His remains were brought
to this city on Tuesday, and being met by Oconto Lodge No. 190,
I.O.O.F., of which the deceased was a member, were excorted to the
Presbyterian church, where funeral services were conducted by Rev. S. E.
Very whence they were removed to the public cemetery and laid away in
the "silent city."
Drowned.

David Farrell, a young man of this city, was drowned Monday while
working on the drive on McCauslin Brook. His body was recovered and
brought to the residence of his brother, Stephan Farrell, in this city
Wednesday, and yesterday was buried, funeral services being held at St.
Joseph's church by Rev. Fr. Lochman.
The deceased was 22 years of age, and was industrious, promising young
man. He is survived by several brothers and sisters. Both his parents
have died within the past few years.
 

Died at his home in this city, at 10:30 p.m. Saturday, April 29th, 1893,
Francis Evans, in the 67th year of his age.

Mr. Evans, who had been quite frail for several years past, contracted a
severe cold on Wednesday preceding his death which compelled him to take
to his bed. Next morning a physician was summoned and found that the
illness of the patient was rapidly developing into an acute form of
pleurisy which medical skill was unable to arrest, and which finally
ended in death at the time above stated.

The deceased was a native of England, but came to this country in 1863,
and for two years resided in the east. Two years after his arrival his
wife and children came over and the family moved west and settled in
this city. For about twenty years he worked at his trade as a
stonemason, until increasing years compelled him to desist. About four
years ago he embarked in the grocery business in the DonLevy block and
continued to do a comfortable business up to the time of his death. Mr.
Evans is survived by a sorrowing wife and two daughters, Mrs. J. H.
Carr, of this city, and Mrs. J. C. Crawford, of Portland, Oregon.

The funeral occurred Monday from St. Mark's Episcopal church, of which
the deceased was a communicant, the Rev. L. D. Hopkins officiating. The
funeral was largely attended by sympathizing friends and old
acquaintances who revered the memory of the deceased as a most honest
and upright man and good citizen.

** Mr. and Mrs. Henry Van Vegnel mourn the loss of their youngest son,
Alfred, aged 11 months, who died last Saturday night after an illness of
about one week. The funeral was held from St. Patrick's church Tuesday,
Rev. Fr. Leccia officiating.

** Mrs. John Runkel left Tuesday for Reeseville, Wis., to attend the
funeral of her brother-in-law, Phillip Runkel, who died at his home in
that village on Monday.
 

Died

At the residence of Robert Spice, town of Little River, Wednesday, May
24th, John Wilbur aged 78 years, of consumption. Deceased was a member
of the 3rd Wisconsin Cavalry and of Phil Sherman Post G. A. R. of
Oshkosh, where he had resided for years. The remains were brought to
this city, Thursday (a detail from E. A. Ramsey Post No. 74, of this
city, acting as pallbearers) and were taken to Oshkosh on the 12:27 C. &
N. W. train for internment, where Phil Sherman Post G. A. R. were to
meet them at the depot.

The Grim Reaper

Mary, wife of Charles H. Powell, aged 33 years, 9 months and 9 days,
died at Oak Orchard, town of Pensaukee, on May 19th, 1893. deceased was
a daughter of John Windross, one of the oldest settlers on the bay
shore.

In the city of Oconto, May 2oth 1893, Alice Margaretta, daughter of Mr.
and Mrs. J. B. Archibald, aged 1 year, 5 months and 11 days.

In the town of Maple Valley, May 1st, 1893, Hannah, wife of John Mason,
aged 47 years.

In the town of Maple Valley, May 12th, 1893, Martin Hanson, aged 56
years.
 

** Sudden Death

Wednesday Evening the community was shocked as the announcement was made
of the death of Mrs. Charles Norton, wife of our esteemed county clerk.
Mrs. Norton was considered an unusually healthy lady, but for some days
past she had complained of not feeling well, though her ailment was not
considered serious and did not prevent her from going out. On Tuesday
morning she visited the cemetery and in the afternoon was compelled to
take to her bed. Several doctors were summoned and labored with her
until the next evening about seven o'clock when death ended her
suffering.

The deceased was 39 years of age, and leaves a disconsolable husband and
seven children, the eldest of whom is a daughter fifteen years of age.
The funeral will take place at 9:00 to-morrow (Saturday) morning from
St. Joseph's Church.

Words may seem futile to assuage such grief as Mr. Norton's nevertheless
he is assured of the heartfelt sympathy of the whole community in his
sudden and sad affliction.
 

Death of Charles Pocain

Charles Pocain, aged 68 years, died at his residence on State street in
the Westward last Friday.

The deceased was born in the Province of Quebec, Canada, where he grew
to manhood. Forty-four years ago he married Miss Rose Lavillie, who
survives him, and eight years later he with his family moved to this
city, and has resided here ever since. Two weeks ago he had a surgical
operation performed upon him but it failed to bring the relief sought.

Mr. Pocain was one of the owners of Laurie & Pocain's addition to the
city of Oconto, and has always been active in promoting the growth of
the city..

The funeral took place Monday morning, services being held at St.
Peter's church by the Rev. Fr. Vaillant.

He is survived by a wife and nine children, all of whom were present at
the obsequies, those from the outside of the city being Mrs. peter
Meneau, town of Oconto; Mrs. Adolph Trudell, Mrs. Felix Godieu and
Charles Pocain, of Escanaba; Mrs., W. Reneau and Mrs. Charles Cota, of
Menominee; Mrs. Felix Cays, of Green Bay; and Thos. Pocain, of Iron
Mountain.

Seventy-five carriage loads of people demonstrated their esteem for the
deceased by following his remains to their final resting-place, and
during the funeral service the church was literally packed with friends
of Mr. Pocain and his sorrowing family.
 

We regret to announce the death of the baby girl of Mr. and Mrs. Casper
Merline, which occurred early last Sunday morning. The little one had
been a sufferer for only a brief time, but in spite of the best medical
attention yielded to the fell destroyer. The funeral took place Tuesday,
service being held at St. Joseph's church by Rev. Fr. Lochman.

** Crowded Out

An article on the death of Mrs. Elizabeth Jarvis, of Maple Valley, who
died at Menominee, June 7, which was received to late for publication.
 

Death of Mrs. Jarvis

Mrs. Elizabeth Jarvis died at the home of her grandchild, Mrs. J.
Degrass, at Menominee, at 3:30 p.m. Wednesday, June 7, 1893, after a
short illness of four days.

The aged lady left the home of Mrs. L. Riendeau, of Maple Valley, a few
weeks ago to visit Mrs. Degrass and while there was taken seriously ill.
Her daughters, Mrs. c. Riendeau, of Maple Valley, and Mrs. M.
Lesperance, of Oconto, were immediately called. They found on their
arrival a fond and loving mother in the agony of death.

The funeral took place in Menominee on Friday at 10 a.m. A Requium High
Mass was sung in the French catholic Church, by the German Priest, of
that city. The remains were taken over to Marinette for burial.

Two daughters and seven grandchildren survive her, all of whom were
present at the funeral, those from outside being Mrs. L. Riendeau and
Master Maxium, of Maple Valley, Mrs. M. Lesperance, of Oconto; Mrs. C.
View of Green Bay; Mr. and Mrs. Degrass, of Menominee; Mr. and Mrs. E,
Spears, of Dunbar; Mrs. g. Eisele and sister, Miss Josephine Riendeau,
of Iron Mountain; Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Denia, Mr. and Mrs. Learia, and
Mrs. Despin, of Marinette.

The deceased was the daughter of Dominic Burnette and Tillie Grenion, of
Green Bay. She was born in August 1816, the night the Union flag was
first raised at Fort Howard. At the age of eighteen she married Maxim
Jarvis, a prominent merchant of Green Bay. In June, 1837 he was employed
by the government to lead a troop of soldiers from Fort Howard to
Prairie du Chein. He never returned and never was heard from; it is
supposed that he was killed by the indians. In 1860 with her two
daughters and adopted son she moved to this city and became one of
Oconto's successful nurse's, and has always made this city her home,
till two years ago, being too old to stay alone, the left here to live
with her daughter, Mrs. Riendeau. She was a friend and mother to all.
Those who knew her mourn her departure and sympathize with the sorrowing
family.
 

Obituary

At his residence, in the West ward, Oconto, Wis., Aug. 22, 1893, John
Classon aged 71 years.

Deceased was born in the city of Montreal, Canada, Jan. 24, 1822, and
lived in different parts of Canada until he was about 30 years of age,
being successfully engaged in the mercantile, farming and hotel
business; he then came to the town of Cato, Manitowoc county, Wis.,
where he remained until 1861, when he removed to Oconto, where he has
since resided, owning property in both city county. He was married in
1847 to Virginia Sagen, who survives him. He was the oldest of a family
of seven sons, the others being Andrew, Phillip, George, Martin, and W.
J. Classon, the latter being a resident of this city.

Deceased was a man of generous and sympathetic nature, but of a retiring
disposition, which led him to avoid everything having the appearance of
show or ostentation, and to lead a quiet and peaceful life. He had been
ailing for some months, and although suffering from no particular
disease he grew gradually weaker until the end came, and he died as he
lived, quietly and peacefully. At the time of his marriage the deceased
embraced the Roman Catholic religion and died a devout communicant of
that church. He was buried Thursday morning from St. Peter's church, a
large concourse of friends following his remains to the grave,
testifying more strongly than words to the love and respect in which he
was held by all who knew him.
 

Obituary

Died, Thursday, August 24, 1893, at his home in the town of Chase,
Oconto county, Wis., William Henry Elliott, after a short illness. Mr.
Elliott was in the 66th year of his age, and had always possessed
extraordinary health and vigor. About six months ago his health began to
decline, which continued gradually till the end. It can be truthfully
said of him that he was an upright, honest man and good citizen, and
possessed many noble traits of character. Mr. Elliot was born in
Chenango county, N. Y., February 1828, was married in 1851 to Miss Maxa
M. Cornish, of the same county. In 1864 he moved west, stopping for a
time in Oshkosh, and afterward in Big Suamico, residing there until
1872, when he purchased land and located in the town of Chase. His wife
and five children survive him - three sons and two daughters. Henry has
a home in Chase, Douglas and Frank in Oconto Falls, Minerva is the wife
of Raymond Becraft, and Alice is the wife of George Jaques, both from
Chase. The funeral was held on Saturday, at the Methodist church, and
largely attended. The Rev. C. P. Cheeseman, of Oconto Falls,
officiating.

** Fatal Accident

Mr. John Human, who has been acting janitor for the Presbyterian church
for the past dozen years, fatally injured himself on Sunday last, by
falling upon a stub in the road while coming from the bay shore. He died
on Tuesday and was buried yesterday from St. Joseph's church. The
Turn-Verein and Catholic Knights had charge of the body, of which
societies he was active and honored member.
 

** Otto Weidner, son of Mr. and Mrs. E. Weidner of this city, died at
Green Bay Wednesday. The deceased suffered with a sore leg all last
winter, and early in the spring had the afflicted member amputated by
Green Bay physicians, but for some months past has been at home and
moved around with the aid of crutches. It appears however; that his
blood had become poisoned, either from the wound or some other cause,
and to this is attributed his death.
 

** James McCauley, a teamster in employ of E. H. Gilkey, of Maple
Valley, was struck by lightening last Monday afternoon, and died two
hours later. McCaulet was sitting on a load of lumber which he was
hauling from Hickory to Maple Valley Station, and when about four miles
from the latter place near C. Rifle's farm, encountered a heavy
electrical storm, and just after one flash of lightening he waved his
hand to the drivers of the other teams to intimate that he was alright
when another flash, accompanied by a deafening peal of thunder, struck
him down. One of the horses was felled to the ground but immediately
sprang to its feet and with it's mate started to run away. The teams
were soon stopped, and the men hastened to McCauley, whom they found
unconscious. The bolt of lightening struck him on his head and fractured
his skull, then passed down the right side of his face and across his
breast, leaving a burned and blackened streak to indicate it's course.
He was conveyed to a house near by, and John McMahon hastily hitched up
a horse and buggy and drove to Maple Valley Station to telephone for a
doctor. Before the doctor arrived, however, McCauley died. He was buried
Wednesday in the public cemetery near Hickory. The deceased was a
widower, and formerly from Oshkosh, where he has relatives living. John
McMchon, who was sent to telephone for a doctor, met with a quite
serious accident. He was driving quite fast and just as he was crossing
the railway track the horse turned suddenly towards the depot and upset
the vehicle, throwing McMchon out and dislocating his collar bone. The
doctor, upon his arrival, set the bone and John is now doing well.
 

Death of Hon. John Leigh.

Hon. John Leigh died at his home at Leighton, town of Stiles, Oconto
county, Thursday evening, Oct. 5, 1893, at 8:30 o'clock.

The deceased had been ailing for more then a year past, and for the last
few months had been confined to the house.  On Monday before his death
Dr. Russell of Oshkosh, assisted by Dr. Oshwaldt, of Stiles, removed
from his bladder a stone an inch square.!

Diphtheria

We learn that two children named Pelkey, living on Elm street in the
South ward, died from black diphtheria - one last week  and the other
during the present week - and the mother and remaining child, a babe are
both afflicted with the same disease, with but little prospect of
recovery.
 

Death of R. C. Watson

The sudden death of Mr. R. C. Watson which occurred at 2:30 Wednesday
afternoon, was the occasion of much surprise in the city, as the
deceased had only been confined to the house for a few days. His death
was the result of heart disease.

The deceased was a native of the county of Wellington, Ont., where he
grew to a man's estate, when he came to the United States and settled in
Michigan. About ten years ago he entered the employment of the Wisconsin
Land and Lumber Co., at Hermansville, Mich., as foreman, which position
he held until last spring, when he came to Oconto and purchased Geo.
Dagen's sample room, which he conducted up to the time of his death.

Mr. Watson was in is 49th year,, and was a member of the Masonic and
Knights of Pythias orders, and had attained the rank of Knight Templer
in the former.

He leaves a wife, one son, by a former marriage, and three step sons and
one step daughter, Mrs. Thmuth of this city. His son Charley Watson, and
step sons, David Downey and John Downey, of Hermansville, Mich. and W.
H. Downey, of Mancelona, Mich., David Mathers, of Hermansville, and the
wife and family of MR. Charley Watson, and the wife of David Downey were
present at the funeral, which took place yesterday afternoon under the
auspices of the local Masonic and K. of P. lodges, the funeral services
being held at the Methodist church, the pastor, Re. Daniel Stecker
officiating.

The sorrowing relatives of the deceased are assured, in this dark hour
of their affliction, of the sympathy of the entire community.
 

Died

The infant son of Mr. and Mrs. John Foley died at their home on the
Waupee, in the northwest part of the county, on Monday the 23rd isnt.,
of cholera infantum. The remains were brought to this city and remained
at the home of MR. Foley's sister, Mrs. Thomas McGoff, until Wednesday
morning, when the burial took place, the funeral service's being
conducted by Rev. Fr. Lochman at St. Joseph's church. The little one was
four months old.

Mrs. Sophia Sundburg died at her home in the West ward on Monday, Oct.
23rd, the cause of her death being typhoid fever. She was born in Sweden
July 10, 1829, and had resided in this country many years. She is
survived by a husband and three children, one son and two daughters. The
funeral took place from the Swedish church at 2 o'clock Thursday
afternoon. Deceased was a most estimable lady, and was beloved by all
who knew her. In her death her family lose a kind and affectionate wife
and mother, and the society in which she moved a considerate and leading
member. The sympathy of the community goes out to the stricken family in
this hour of their great affliction.
 

Died

In this city Sunday morning, October 29, 1893, Mildred Josephine,
youngest child of Mr. and Mrs. David Bardon, aged 7 months and 12 days.

In this city Sunday, Oct. 29, 1893, Francis, second child of Mr. and
Mrs. James Bridger, aged 3 years.

Oct. 26th, 1893, James Vandrass of this city died at Nahma, aged 34
years. The funeral occurred on the 29th, at 10 o'clock A. M. from his
late home in this city. Deceased leaves a wife and four children to
mourn their loss.

Wilhelmine, wife of Carl Prochnow, died at her home in this city on
Friday, Oct. 27th, aged 38 years. The remains were taken to the Lutheran
church, from which the funeral was held on the 29th, at 2 p.m., the
services being conducted by Rev. Eisenbach. A husband and two children
are left to mourn the loss of an affectionate wife and mother.
 

Death Of Col. Balcom

One Of Chicago's Best Known Citizens Suddenly Passes Away

Chicago, Ill., Nov. 1 - Col., Uri Balcom, one of Chicago's oldest and
best known citizens, died suddenly today at his home, 2027 Michigan
Boulevard. He was for years in the lumber business here and he retired
some time ago independently rich. His son-in-law is W.C. D. Gannis, the
retired wholesale grocer, and president of the Atlas National bank.

"Yes," said D.R. Holt today at his office in the Chamber of Commerce
building, "Uri Balcom is dead. He and I were in partnership in the
lumber business until 1888 as the firm of Holt & Balcom. That year he
retired, and I formed the Holt Lumber company. No more straightforward,
industrious and honorable man lived then Uri Balcom, and his many traits
gained for him a host of friends. He was 79 years old, and had resided
in this city since 1862. He moved here from Oconto, Wis., where carried
on a great business in the firm of Eldred & Balcom. He and I had joined
our interests, however, before he left Oconto, and we owned several
mills in and about that town. For the last three years Mr. Balcom had
not been in his right mind and was unable to recognize his
acquaintances. I had not seen him since 1891. He left no family. Mrs. W.
C. D. Grannis was his niece, who he adopted as his daughter. It was a
sad ending of a good life."
 

Death Of Otto Weigner

The inevitable end of the illness and suffering of Otto Weidner came on
Tuesday morning, Nov. 7, when he died at the home of Jacob Gehr, in this
city. He was born in Manitowoc March 3rd, 1872, and was therefore in his
22nd year. He came to Green Bay with his parents when a little child and
went with them to Oconto in 1881. A year ago last December he was taken
sick with a cancerous growth on the leg and last January the leg was
amputated. He appeared to have entirely recovered, but about five weeks
ago the disease appeared again and he was past all earthly help.

Mr. and Mrs. Weidner came on Tuesday in response to a telegram. Green
Bay Advocate

Obituary

Mrs. Miranda Ellis died at the residence of her son, Hon. W. A. Ellis,
at Peshtigo, on Tuesday, Nov. 8, 1893, aged 90 years, 5 months and 2
days.

Mrs. Ellis was a native of Maine, whence she came with her husband, the
late Mr. Wm. Ellis, to Peshtigo in 1875. In 1884 they celebrated their
golden wedding, and later the same year Mr. Ellis died. She is survived
by four sons, James P. U. S. Consul at Brockville, Ont,; Wm. A., of
Peshtigo; Charles J., of Marinette; and Oakman A., of Oconto.

The deceased was an eminently christian lady, from her girlhood days
having been a consistent and faithful member of the Presbyterian church.
Kindhearted and affable to an extraordinary degree, she was loved and
esteemed by all who knew her, and her death is the occasion of regrets
deep and sincere among scores of friends.

The funeral took place yesterday afternoon at two o'clock from the
Presbyterian church in Peshtigo.
 

Died, Wednesday, Nov. 22, 1893, of cholera infantum at the residence of
Mr. James Bellew in the West ward, Katherine Bellew, infant daughter of
Mr. and Mrs. Edward Bellew, of Nahma, Mich.
 

** Sudden Death at Peshtigo

Last Saturday morning, about eight o'clock, while Nicholas Cavoit was
pumping water he was suddenly stricken with apoplexy. He was seen to
fall, and in a short time a large crowd had gathered around him and he
was carried into his home and placed on the couch, but finding a
difficulty in breathing he was placed in a rocking chair, where he
expired in a few minutes.

Mr. Cavoit was a Peshtigo pioneer. He had lived here about 35 years,
arriving at Peshtigo Harbor from Chicago on Nov. 28, 1858, on the
Peshtigo Co.'s small schooner Coral. This at the time comprised the
company's fleet and was used as a general freight and passenger carrier
between the Harbor and Chicago.

Mr. Cavoit was one of the most intelligent and best educated man who
ever lived in Peshtigo. He was always witty and jovial, and full of life
and activity. He was always an active business man, and although he
never informed any one his business transactions, it is believed he
accumulated considerable property.
 

At Rest

Died of diphtheria, Eva Theresa, youngest daughter of Peter Russell,
aged 11 years and 4 months.

Theresa was a member of St. Joseph's Convent, where she will be greatly
missed by her teachers and schoolmates, for her cheerful and gentle
disposition win for her friendship and love of all that knew her.

Her remains were interned in the Catholic Cemetery Tuesday. The funeral
train, at the request of Rev. Fr. Lochman, passed by the Convent in
order that her teachers and little friends might take a last sad look at
the coffin containing the remains of their loved little companion.
 

** A nine year old son of George Whittish, of Preston, wandered away
from his home and died of exposure.
 

Obituary

Paul Greetans, proprietor of the Luxembourg House, on Superior street,
died at his home last Saturday, the 16th inst. aged about 40 years. He
was buried Monday under the aspices of Oconto Turnverein, funeral
services being held at St. Joseph's church.

Died at Brookside, Dec. 28th 1893, of diphtheria, Malcom R., youngest
son of Mr. and Mrs. James S. Gray, aged four years and nine months.

Died, Dec. 15, 1893, Joseph beloved and only son of Mr. and Mrs. M.
Brennan, of Gillett, aged 18 years. The sorrowing parents and sister
have the sympathy of many friends in their sad bereavement.

Mrs. Emma Adaline Sylvester, wife of Hugh McDonald of fort Howard,
passed away on Saturday afternoon, Dec. 16. She was a lady well known
and highly respected. Funeral services were held at the residence on
Tuesday afternoon.
The funeral was a very large one, many being present from Oconto, some
from Marinette and other places. Mrs. Millidge, of Oconto, conducted the
services, reading from the Scripture and from Mrs. Eddy's works.  Green
Bay Advocate
 

Died

At his home in Morgan, Wis., Saturday evening, Dec. 23, 1893, Rev. John
Banta, aged 72 years and 10 months.

The deceased was formerly a resident of this city, and was highly
esteemed by our people. For years past he has been an invalid, but has
borne his affliction with christian resignation. He is survived by two
sons, John c. and Samuel S. Banta, of Morgan.