The Platte Journal, January 7, 1874
MARRIED
LAPACHE-COUNSELL--Friday evening, Dec. 19th, 1873, at the residence of the Bride's brother-in-law, Mr. J.K. Lovelace, Albion, Boone Co., Neb., by Rev. L.A. Lovelace--Mr. J.E. Lapache, of Schuyler, to Miss Mande M. Counsell, of Albion, Boone Co., Neb. With the above came what rejoices the heart of the printer. We wish the happy couple a long and prosperous life-voyage.FOSTER-BANKS--At the residence of the Bride, Jan. 1st, 1874, by Rev. R. B. Abbott, Rev. A. S. Foster, Columbus, Neb., to Miss Maggie R. Banks, of Austin, Minn.
DIED
UPTON--At his father's residence in this city, December 25th, 1873, at 2 o'clock A.M., Henry M. Upton, in the 26th year of his age. The deceased was well known throughout this section of the State, having been a resident of this town since its foundation. He had been lingering for some months with disease of the lungs, and his friends hoped that he might live until summer came again, at least; but he was suddenly taken worse and his soul took its flight. All that is mortal of Henry M. Upton will be consigned to its final resting place to-morrow. The friends are invited to be present. The funeral will be conducted by the I.O.O.F.; a general attendance of the Fraternity is required.--[Schuyler Register, Jan. 3.]
The Platte Journal, January 14, 1874
DIED
MILLER--On the 10th day of January 1874, at Saranac, Mich., Mrs. Lydia Miller, wife of Augustus Miller, Esq., of this place. The deceased was a kind mother, a good neighbor and worthy lady. No words of condolence ot the stricken family can alieviate the sorrow of husband or sons.
The Platte Journal, January 21, 1874
MARRIED
HANGLER-WAGNER; CONNELLY-SULLIVAN; SCHILZ-KARGUS--In St. John's Catholic Church, Columbus, Neb., January 13th, 1874, by Rev. J.M. Ryan, Mr. George Hangler and Miss Lena Wagner. Mr. William Connelly and Miss Mary Sullivan, and William Schilz and Miss Elizabeth Kargus.McCORMICK-GILBERT--At 9 o'clock A.M., yesterday, January 15, at the residence of the bride's father, Miss Isabella, daughter of Alex. Gilbert, and E. P. McCormick, of Columbus, Nebraska, were united in marriage, by Rev. T. H. Cleland. Immediately after the ceremony, the twain made one, departed for their home at Columbus. The bride has grown to womanhood in our City, and has long been a great favorite with all who knew her. young, graceful, and vivacious, she will prove a valuable addition to the society of Columbus, to whose good graces we heartily commended her. We extend the couple hearty congratulations and trust that their journey through life may be as bright and rosy as the wine that came to our table.
DIED
COOLIDGE--On the 4th inst., Lester Coolidge, infant son of H. P. and Theda M. Coolidge, of Columbus, Neb. His remains were taken to Glenwood, Iowa, for interment.
The Platte Journal, January 28, 1874
MARRIED
GAEBLER-MEHRBURGER--Married, Julius Gaebler and Amelie Mehrburger, on January 14th, 1874, by Judge J.G. Higgins, all of Platte county, Nebraska.
The Platte Journal, February 4, 1874
MARRIED
THOMSON-JOHNSON--On the 10th Jan. 1874, by Wm. T. Searles, Esq., of Shellcreek, Mr. Charles Thomson and Miss Hannah O. Johnson, all of Madison county, Neb.LOCY-BENSON--On the 20th Jan. 1874, by Rev. J.E. Elliott, Mr. Charles O. Locy and Miss Melissa Benson, both of Platte county, Neb. The mothers of the Bride and groom have been intimate friends in girlhood, in New York State, and then separated and for long years unknown to each other found their lots cast so near together in Nebraska, that their children have united their fortune.
DIED
REEVES--A small boy by the name of Reeves, living near Battle Creek, in attempting to lift a bucket of water from the well, lost his balance and fell headlong into the well, a distance of sixty-five feet, and was instantly killed.
The Platte Journal, February 25, 1874
MARRIED
SABOTA-SWOBODA--At Columbus, on Feb. 15th, 1874, by Judge J.G. Higgins, Mr. John F. Sabota and Miss Josephine Swoboda, both of Colfax co., Neb.DIED
GEORGE--We clip the following from the Iowa State Register. The former friends and acquaintances of Mrs. George will regret to learn of her death.
Called Home.--The intelligence of the serious illness of Mrs. Margaret George at Chicago, conveyed in Wednesday's Register, was supplemented yesterday by the news of her death. Mrs. George was a native of Pennsylvania, born in Lancaster County, and died at the age of seventy. Four sons and two daughters are left to mourn her loss. Mrs. Walter A. Read is a grand-daughter. Mrs. George was a resident of Des Moines three years, removing from here last September. She was a woman of many virtues, esteemed particularly in the First Presbyterian church of which she was a devoted, and careful member. Last evening the remains were taken to Cadiz, Ohio, for burial.
The Platte Journal, March 4, 1874
MARRIED
HOPPEN-WELLMAN--On the 28th ult., by Justice, A. Miller, Mr. Paul Hoppen and Mrs. Catharina Wellman.ROLLIN-LIPKER--On the 2d day of Mar. A.D. 1874, by Judge J.G. Higgins, Mr. George W. Rollin to Miss Anne Lipker.
Columbus Era, March 7, 1874
MARRIAGE LICENSES
Marriage license have recently been issued by Judge Higgins to the following persons: Daniel Clother and Elmira E. Freitig. Geo. Thomazin and Maria Burrows. Frederick Schweitzer and Catharina Knapp. Paul Hoppen and Catharina Wellman. Geo. W. Rollins and Anna Lipker.MARRIED
CLOTHER-FRIETIG--On the 21st ult., by Rev. J.E. Elliot, Mr. C.D. Clother, Jr., to Miss Alvina E. Frietig, all of Columbus.HOPPEN-WELLMAN--On the 28th ult., by Justice A. Miller, Mr. Paul Hoppen to Mrs. Catherina Wellman.
ROLLIN-LIPKER--On the 2d inst., by Judge J.G. Higgins, Mr. George W. Rollin, to Miss Annie Lipker, all of Platte County.
NOTE: - On March 18, 1874 The Platte Journal became known as The Columbus Journal
The Columbus Journal, March 25, 1874
DIED
MEYERS--On Wednesday night as the 11:30 train, from the east approached Rogers side-track, about eight miles east of here, it was discovered that a woman, Mrs. Fannie Meyers, an emigrant bound for San Francisco, had fallen from the train, although no one saw the accident. The train could not stop there to investigate, so upon its arrival here a hand-car was manned and sent back. The party found the body of the unfortunate woman lying beside the track horribly mangled. It was brought to town and interred at the cemetery here next day.
Mrs. Meyers was the wife of Andrew Meyers, and was 64 years old. She was somewhat deranged in mind for the past four years, and was still laboring under the malady at the time. She got up and went out at the front door of the car unnoticed by any one, and undoubtedly fell in between the cars. They hailed from near Mr. Pleasant, Iowa.--[Schuyler Register.]
The Columbus Journal, April 1, 1874
MARRIED
GOLDSTEIN-UNGAR--On March 26th, 1874, by Judge J.G. Higgins, Mr. Samuel Goldstein to Mrs. Malle Ungar, all of Madison county.DIED
McKINNIE--At Ft. Scott, Kansas, on the 20th day of March 1874, Maud, daughter of Col. T.W. and Alice McKinnie, aged 3 years, 1 month, and 4 days.
The Columbus Journal, April 8, 1874
DIED
HELMOS--The body of John Helmos was exhumed on Tuesday of last week, and the skull was found to be broken into quite a number of pieces, and his neck broken. This, and many other facts were elicited by Platte county men that the Coroner of Colfax county never knew, although he says "every thing was done to ferret the murderers out and bring them to justice, by Colfax officials."
If the people didn't feel and know to the contrary, the doctor's story might seem plausible.
The Columbus Journal, April 15, 1874
MARRIED
STUART-JONES--April 12th, 1874, at the residence of the bride's father, by Rev. L.F. Whitehead, Mr. Charles W. Stuart and Miss Marion Jones, all of Platte county.DIED
BARRETT--April 9th, 1874, at 10 1/2 o'clock, P.M., Claude G. Barrett, son, and only child of S.L., and Alice B. Barrett, aged 1 year 6 months, and 26 days.
A bright little spirit has dropped its earthly casement, and preceded its mortal friends to the spirit world. How forcibly the death of this little child reminds us of the mutability of human affairs,--a few days since and Claudie was hearty, lively, full of fun and frolic, and now, having passed through the ordeal of life, the silent grave contains all that was earthly and visible.PEPPER--In David City, Neb., April 5th, 1874, Earnest F., infant son of Hubbell and O.E. Pepper, aged 1 yr.
Sweet and lovable in life wert thou little Earnie, and strangely beautiful, while taking thy rest with the shadows of mortality lying upon thy marble features.
But amid "Life's empty noises" Death whispers of an other clime, and so we will bid thee farewell, rejoicing that He who said, "let the little ones come unto me," will guard thee tenderly, and keep thee safe in his fold.
The Columbus Journal, April 22, 1874
BIRTHS
RICKLEY--Just notice Will. T. Rickley's nimble step, and that broad, pleasant smile. It's a girl. Weight 8 lb. MOther and child doing well.
The Columbus Era, April 25, 1874
MARRIED
BRANT-SHIER--In this city, on the 24th inst., by Judge J.G. Higgins, Mr. John G. Brant and Miss Bena Shier, all of Madison county.
The Columbus Journal, April 29, 1874
MARRIED
BRANT-SHIER--On the 24th of April, 1874, by Judge J.G. Higgins, Mr. John G. Brant to Miss Bena Shire, both of Madison Co., Neb.FEDDERSON-KAUL--On the 27th inst., by Judge Higgins, Mr. Peter Fedderson and Miss Henrietta Charlotte Louisa Kaul, both of Platte co.
DIED
PEUTHERER--On the 18th inst., Mrs. Nancy J. Peutherer, aged 27 years. She was a consistent member of the Methodist Church.
The Columbus Era, May 2, 1874
MARRIED
CLOTHER-CLOTHER--In Corinth, New York, the 15th ult., at the residence of the bride's brother, Herman S. Clother, by the Rev. James Dayton, Mr. M.M. Clother to Miss Lydia J. Clother, all of Corinth.
The Columbus Journal, May 6, 1874
MARRIED
CLOTHER-CLOTHER--In Cornith, Saratoga county, New York, at the resident of the bride's brother (Mr. Heman Clother) by the Rev. James Dayton, Mr. Melvin M. Clother to Miss Lydia J. Clother, all of Cornith.WILLIAMSON-ATWOOD--On the evening of April 25th at the residence of the bride's parents, by Rev. S.P. Bollman, Mr. John W. Williamson, of the Pawnee Indian Agency, to Miss Carrie M. Atwood, daughter of Elias Atwood, Esq., near Albion, Boone Co., Nebraska.
The Columbus Journal, May 20, 1874
MARRIED
WUNDT-RAYMOND--At Jackson, Platte county, Nebraska, May 10th, 1874, Mr. Charles L. Wundt and Miss Laura Raymond, by the Rev. H.S. Shaw of Silver Glen, Nebraska.
The happy couple arrived in this city last evening by the B.& M. train from the west, and are the guests of the groom's mother.
Mr. Wundt, as is well known by many of our readers, is the traveling agent of the Hawk-Eye Co., and his many friends throughout this State and Nebraska, will join us in wishing himself and his accomplished bride a long, happy and prosperous life.--[Burlington Hawk-Eye.]
The Columbus Era, May 23, 1874
MARRIED
WINTERBOTHAM-HUDSON--Married, on Wednesday evening, at the residence of the bride's father, Hon. H.J. Hudson, in Columbus, Miss Lillie S. Huson, Rev. J.E. Elliott officiating; both parties of Columbus.
The Era acknowledges the reception of a plate covered with dainty offerings from the bridal feast, accompanied by a substantial currency tribute. May Heaven's choicest blessings be showered upon the happy pair, and their pathway through life be strewn with the sweetest flowers of connubial bliss is our fervent wish.
The Columbus Journal, May 27, 1874
MARRIED
WINTERBOTHAM-HUDSON--On the 20th inst., at the residence of the bride's parents, by Rev. J.E. Elliott, Mr. William H. Winterbotham and Miss Lillie Hudson, daughter of Hon. H.J. Hudson.
It is taken for granted that the printers are, in spirit, present at every marriage feast where intelligent persons are joined for life, for weal or woe, because the printer heralds the news to the world that one more is added to the families of earth, that the great bond of civilization of true social life, is strengthened yet again by another vow of mutual trust, mutual honor and assistance.
With the happy couple's many friends, we wish them a pleasant voyage across the ocean of life and a happy entrance through the Golden Gates to the Haven of Peace, in the land of the Leal.BISHOP-ASPINWALL--In Columbus, May 22, by Rev. J.E. Elliott, Mr. D. Bishop of the Pawnee Reservation, and Miss Ella Aspinwall of Philadelphia, Penn.
DIED
MASON--In Nebraska City, May 15th, Mary T. Mason, wife of O. P. Mason, in the 40th year of her age.
Columbus Era, May 30, 1874
MARRIED
BRANDES-LUETJEHARMS--On Monday last, the 27th inst., by Judge J.G. Higgins in Columbus, Mr. John F. Brandes to Miss Eliza Luetjeharms, all of Colfax county, Neb.BISHOP-ASPINWALL--In Columbus, May 22, by Rev. J.E. Elliott, Mr. William D. Bishop, of the Reservation, to Miss Ellen Aspinwall, of Philadelphia, Penn.
The Columbus Journal, June 3, 1874
MARRIED
HENNING-HERRICK--On May 30th, 1874, by Judge J.G. Higgins, Mr. John J. Henning and Mrs. Amanda Herrick.
The Columbus Journal, June 10, 1874
DIED
CONNELL--Thos. Connell, who lives up the valley near Mr. Grant's, in attempting to wade across the Loup river on last Sabbath evening got into deep water, and being unable to swim, was drowned. His body was found in the river on Monday last two miles below where he was drowned. Mr. Connell leaves a wife and four children.
The Columbus Era, June 13, 1874
DIED
CONNELL--We regret to learn that Mr. Thomas Connell, who lives up the Loup near Mr. Grant's, was drowned last Sunday evening while attempting to wade the river, in presence of Mr. Grant's boys who were bathing in the stream. Mr. Connell had just returned with his family from church in Columbus and started from his house to go to Jackson, where he was engaged as a section hand on the U.P.R.R. He spoke to the boys about crossing and was cautioned by them, but unfortunately got beyond his depth and sunk immediately. His body was found next morning about two miles below by Mr. Murphy. His neighbors all esteemed him highly, and he leaves a wife and four children to mourn his loss.
The Columbus Era, June 27, 1874
DIED
PEARSON--A shooting affray occured in the south eastern part of Adams county last Thursday, which resulted in the death of a man named Pearson. Pearson was fighting with another man, and in the course of the fracas shots were fired, but by which party is unknown. Upon hearing the shooting Pearson's sons endeavored to wrest the pistol from their father's hand, and in the scuffle the pistol was accidentally discharged, and the ball entering Pearson's head he was killed. The report that Pearson was shot by the man he was fighting is a mistake. The above is the most reliable report that we have heard of the affair, and is undoubtedly a correct one.
The Columbus Journal, July 1, 1874
MARRIED
JENNINGS-FLANDERS--On the 11th inst. at the residence of the bride's mother, by the Rev. Mr. Hubbard, of Honey creek, Mr. Samuel Jennings to Miss Josie Flanders. All of East Troy, Wis.--[Boone co. Times.]
The Columbus Journal, July 8, 1874
MARRIED
BALL-COMPTON--At the Alexis Post-office, by C.S. Burch, Esq., on the Fourth day of July inst., Mr. Charles Ball and Miss Mary Compton, all of Butler county, Neb.CHRISTMAS-BROOKS--At Columbus, on the 1st day of July, 1874, by H.J. Hudson, J.P., Mr. Major Christmas to Mrs. Sarah Brooks, both of Platte county, Nebrska.
GRANT-SLAGLE--On June 30th, by Judge J.G. Higgins, Mr. J.R. Grant to Miss Harriet Slagle.
DIED
O'GORMAN--James Michael O'Gorman, Roman Catholic Bishop of Nebraska, died in Omaha, Saturday last, at 1:30 p.m., aged 65 years. Revered Father Ryan, the oldest priest in the State, left this city, Monday, to participate in obsequies to the deceased.
The Columbus Era, July 11, 1874
DIED
STILLER--On Wednesday last, Dr. S.A. Bonesteel, of this place, found Mr. Phillip Stiller, a worthy and respected farmer living some miles north of town, lying dead and alone in his barn. Mr. Stiller had been under treatment from Dr. Stillman for some time and on Wednesday was visited professionally by Dr. Bonesteel, Dr. Stillman being unable to get out. He was a gentleman about forty-five years old, unmarried and lived all alone; he has a nice farm and was an industrious, thrifty farmer. He had been dead several hours the Doctor thought and had suffered considerably in dying. Death is always a solemn change and this one is tinged with a deeper shade of melancholy on account of Mr. Stiller's utter loneliness in the last sad hour.
The Columbus Journal, July 15, 1874
DIED
ROSETTER--We learn that Mr. Rosetter, in company with several others returning home from Columbus, last Saturday evening, in Mr. Dunneen's wagon, the horses ran off and threw Mr. Rosetter out of the wagon, and it is supposed that his body was caught between the bed and wheel, mashing his left side considerably and breaking several of his ribs loose from his spine, and otherwise injuring him. He was living on last Sunday morning, but the chances were against his recovery. This is the same team of horses that caused the death of Mr. Dunneen last winter in Columbus.
Since writing the above we learn from Dr. Bonesteel that Mr. Rosetter died Monday morning.STELLER--Died, Phillip Steller, of Shell creek, on Wednesday, July 8th, 1874, at 11 o'clock A.M. His funeral took place Thursday at 2 P.M.
Mr. Steller had been ailing for the past year afflicted with disease of the liver. He lived alone, with no one to care for him, and probably had been lying where he was found (in his barn,) for several days, without attendance, without water to drink, and unable to move out of his place. When found he was unconscious, and had evidently suffered intensely, as must necessarily have been the case without water to drink, or any one to wait upon him. There are many sad things occurring every day, our imagination can scarcely form a more sorrowful picture than that of the suffering, dying Steller, tortured with thirst, worn by disease, and perishing alone and uncared for, yet surrounded with plenty.
The Columbus Era, July 18, 1874
DIED
ROSITER--On last Saturday evening, Mr. Frank Rositer, a farmer living about eight miles northwest of town, was in Columbus in company with John Deneen and John Fitzpatrick and his little daughter, all in a two horse wagon belonging to Mr. Deneen. In the evening, between seven and eight o'clock on their return home and near Mrs. Bready's, the horses became frightened and suddenly jumped off the road, throwing Rositer and Deneen violently on the ground, bruising Mr. Deneen slightly and injuring Mr. Rositer so severely as to cause his death the following Monday morning at ten o'clock. Three of his ribs were broken loose from the back bone and other severe internal injuries sustained.
Mr. Deneen still held the lines and was dragged along some sixty rods when the horses were checked.
Mr. Rositer was a gentleman near sixty-five years of age and leaves a wife and several children.
The same horses ran away last fall and caused the death of Mr. Deneen's father, who was at the time delivering grain at E.J. Baker's in Columbus, and were driven on this occasion by his son.
The Columbus Journal, July 22, 1874
MARRIED
LEWIS-ROSE--In Georgetown, Colorado, July 13, 1874, by Rev. R.L. Harford, Mr. W.T. Lewis to Miss Olive Rose, formerly of Columbus, Neb.DIED
HIGGINS--On Tuesday, July 21st, 1874, at 11:45 A.M., of inflammatory dysentery, John Marcellus Higgins, eldest child and only son of John G. and Annie Higgins, aged three years, six months and twenty-seven days.
The circumstances of little Johnnie's departure from this scene of life to that beyond the veil are truly affecting. He was a child of seemingly extraordinary vigor, but was taken sick on Thursday last, and endured, the first night of his illness, extreme pain and torture from his disease. During a few moments of consciousness he called his mother to him, asked her if she liked him, and kissed her for the last time in life. His farewell to his father was the same.
A child of bright intellect, whose sense of truth and right were remarkable for one of his years, he was the adoration of his parents, whose loss is beyond the power of language to tell. The heart-stricken parents have the sympathy of their numerous friends in this sore, sore affliction, and the Father, who notes even the sparrow's fall, will be invoked to minister consolation in this dark hour of overwhelming grief.
Columbus Era, July 25, 1874
MARRIED
LEWIS-ROSE--in Georgetown, Colorado, July 13, by Rev. R.L. Harferd, Mr. W.T. Lewis to Miss Olive Rose.DIED
HIGGINS--John Mercellus Higgins, son of John G. and Annie Higgins at forty-five minutes past 11 o'clock, Tuesday morning, July 21st, 1874, of inflammatory dysentery. Aged three years, six months and twenty-seven days. In this case of death it may be truly said, the light of the household is temporarily extinguished. Little Johnie was the darling of his parents and an unusually bright and promising son. He was a little boy of a healthy and cheerful habit, and this his first and only serious illness. Little Johnie called both father and mother to the bedside and kissed them good bye before he left. The funeral took place at Judge Higgins' residence on Wednesday at eleven o'clock, and was largely attended by sympathizing friends and neighbors. The funeral was conducted according to the impressive service of the Catholic Church by Rev. Father Bernard, in the absence of the pastr, Rev. Father Ryan. The mortal remains of the little boy were then taken from the house to a place selected by the parents on the home platte and near the house where they were committed into the little grave. We deeply sympathize with the grief-stricken young parents, in this, the saddest affliction of their lives, and may He who tempers the wind to the shorn lamb vouchsafe to them His Precious consolation.
The Columbus Journal, July 29, 1874
DIED
WELCH--Mrs. Welch, of South Omaha, committed suicide by hanging herself on last Saturday. The Omaha Bee says that Mrs. Welch was a most estimable lady, and no cause is known why she committed the deed, except her recent ill health.WHITLINGTON--Georgiana Whitlington of Sarpy County, living in Platte Precinct murdered her illegitimate child the other day, and threw its body into a thirty foot well.
The Columbus Era, August 1, 1874
DIED
OVERWATER--Died at Jackson July 30th, 1874, Eva Maud, infant daughter of James and Priscilla Overwater.
The Columbus Journal, August 5, 1874
DIED
VAN TRUMP--Judge Van Trump died at Lancaster, Ohio, on the 31st ult. Judge Van Trump was a man of some prominence in Ohio. At one time he was supreme Judge of Ohio, and for a long time was a member of Congress from that state.
The Columbus Journal, August 12, 1874
DIED
??--A heart rending accident occurred in Saunders county near Wahoo, on the old California road. Two brothers of Moravian parents, whose name we were unable to learn went gunning. One boy was 12 years old and the other 5. They were but a short distance from home, when the 12 year old boy saw a chance to shoot a bird and he raised his gun and fired at the bird as his younger brother made his appearance among the high grass near the bird. The older boy did not know he had shot his brother until he heard his cries. The shot entered the boy's head and breast. The boy that was shot lived but a short time. This accident should be a caution to parents who trust too often guns in the hands of children. Parents are too careless.--[Fremont Herald.]
The Columbus Era, August 15, 1874
DIED
??--Four Bohemians entered West Point on Monday morning in great haste. They being unable to speak English they found an interpreter to whom they told the following story (for which we are indebted to Sheriff Turner):
A party of Indians and squaws camped near a homesteaders home in Colfax county and sent their squaws to the house to procure some food. The squaws entered the house and ransacked it for all they could get. The wife of the homesteader being at home, of course objected to having all their food taken away, whereupon the squaws turned upon the woman and beat her over the head. Her cries were heard by her husband, who hastened to his house, and on hearing his wife's cries from suffering he took his shot gun and shot one of the squaws. The other squaws reported this to the Indians. They returned to the Bohemians house (twelve in number) which they entered, and put the man through a terrible torture. They skinned him and then cut his hands off, and took his heart out. All this is supposed to have been in the presence of his wife, who was suffering from the injuries the she devils had inflicted her with.
The scene of this terrible murder was about 16 miles from West Point in one corner of Colfax county, and only five miles from the spot where a farmer was killed by the Winnebagoes while plowing a few years ago.
This tragedy took place on last Sunday.
A party left West Point for the scene of the horror. The Indians, no doubt, have disappeared, and it will be hard to find them.--Fremont Herald.
The Columbus Journal, August 19, 1874
DIED
BRISTER--A horrible murder was committed the other day at Creston, Iowa. J.T. Burnett, entered the bed-room of J.L. Brister, his step-son, and cut his throat from ear to ear, nearly cutting his head off.CRISMAN--A man by the name of Crisman was murdered last week on the U.P. railway, near Bushnell station, between Antelope and Pine Bluffs, by two men named Crawford and Gaston. Gaston has been captured, and has made a confession that he and his companion had murdered Crisman, but that Crawford had done the shooting.
WHITEHOUSE--Right Rev. Henry J. Whitehouse, Bishop of the diocese of Illinois, died at his residence in Chicago, at 9 A.M., August 10th. He died at the age of 71.
The Columbus Journal, August 26, 1874
MARRIED
REYNOLDSON-LONG--Married, on the afternoon of August 16th, at the residence of A. Morgan, Esq., by Rev. S.P. Bollman, Mr. James W. Reynoldson of Plum Creek, to Miss Jennie S., daughter of J.B. Long, Esq., vicinity of Waterville, Boone Co., Neb.DIED
WEAVER--Died, in Columbus, Aug. 15th, 1874, Walter Weaver, youngest child of Michael and Dorotha Weaver, aged 10 months.POMEROY--The funeral of Mary Pomeroy, of Jersey City, the alleged victim of Rev. John S. Glendenning, took place on the 20th inst. Before the body was moved from the house the motherless babe was christened Ella S. Glendenning.
Columbus Era, August 29, 1874
DIED
SULLIVAN--In this place on Thursday last, an infant daughter of Mr. Maurice Sullivan. Aged 11 months.
The Columbus Journal, September 2, 1874
DIED
REED--John T. Morris, Deputy Sheriff of Collin county, Texas, in attempting to arrest James H. Reed, for robbing the mail, shot him fatally, so that he died in a short time after being shot. Before his death he confessed several robberies, and that he was the leader of the Iowa train robbery, and declared that McCoy, James and younger brothers had no hand in the robbery. He said he killed young Bozier, in Mo.
Columbus Era, September 5, 1874
MARRIED
WILLMAN-LANGHOFF--In Columbus, Aug. 27th, by Rev. A.S. Foster, Mr. Charles Willman to Miss Pauline Langhoff. Both of Columbus. Charlie is a young man of unexceptionable traits of character and possesses those gentlemanly qualities that render conjugal relations congenial. We congratulate our young friend on the wise choice he has made and hope their hearts may beat in union with each others interests happiness and prosperity.DIED
HIGGINS--On the death of John Marcellus Higgins, the dear little son of John G. and Annie Higgins, by one who loved to look on the heaven in the sweet child's face. Too pure for a home in this world, God took him to the home of the Angels of Light and has crowned him with mortality and a never ending peace. ...
The Columbus Journal, September 9, 1874
DIED
WELCH--Died, on Saturday last Jonas Henry, aged 13 months, youngest son of Jonas and Margaret Welch.BARRETT--A strange lady recently arrived at Des Moines, Iowa, applied for and gained rooms from a merchant at his store for the purpose of __ying on the business of dress__ er. The other morning the lady was found murdered lying at the ____ of the stairs leading to her room. From the blood on the stairway it would seem that she had been killed at the foot of the stairs and dragged to the top of the stairway, where she was found. When she first came to Des Moines she gave her name as Mrs. Butler from ____ois, but from letters and papers found in her room it would seem that her real name is Mrs. Ellen Barrett of Clearfield, Pa. Who committed the murder remains a mystery.
The Columbus Journal, September 16, 1874
MARRIED
BITTMAN-RICE--Married, on the afternoon of September 6th, at the residence of Loran Clark, Esq., Albion, Boone county, Nebraska, by Rev. S.P. Bollman, Mr. Charles W. Bittman of Louisville, Kansas, to Miss Sara H. Rice of Albion.DIED
PETEAHLESHARO--From Mr. L.W. Platt, who called yesterday, we learn that Peteahlesharo, (man and chief.) head chief of the Pawnees, died on Saturday last, and was buried on Sunday. He was about forty-five years of age, having been known by Mr. Platt when he was in his teens. He was much respected by his tribe, and was a judicious chief; never exercising his authority, except when he knew it would be respected, he was a power among the Indians. Peteahlesharo's last words were that he was a friend to the white man, and he wished his son to be.
Columbus Era, September 19, 1874
BIRTHS
HULST--Born September 15th, a daughter to L. Hulst, wife of George W. Hulst. [see Sept 26]DIED
LAMB--In this place September 10th, William Thomas Lamb, son of William and Mary Lamb. Aged 1 year and 27 days.
The Columbus Journal, September 23, 1874
BIRTHS
BARRETT--Born, Sept. 21st, to Mr. and Mrs. S.L. Barrett, a daughter; weight, ten pounds.DIED
BLODGETT--It becomes our painful duty to record one of the saddest accidents that has occurred lately. A little son of J.J. and Sarah J. Blodgett, aged one year, ten months and thirteen days, while playing with his wheelbarrow on the 20th inst., ran with it against a kettle of hot water, and somehow, perhaps by grabbing at the kettle in his fall, drew the water over him, scalding him so severely that death ensued in thirteen hours, at 9 o'clock, P.M., Sunday evening. In their sore affliction, the parents have the heartfelt sympathy of all who have heard of the accident, but none, save He to whom little Frankie has gone, can assuage the unutterable anguish of the parents, from whose household a busy, gentle, pure, little spirit has taken its departure.
Columbus Era, September 26, 1874
BORN
BARRETT--In this place, Sunday, September 20th, a daughter to the wife of Mr. S.L. Barrett.HULST--We made a mistake last week in saying Mr. Hulst's child was a daughter. It is a little cashier.
MARRIED
COX-OLSON--On September 24, 1874, Mr. William Cox and Miss Elisa Olson, both of Platte county, Nebraska, by J.G. Higgins.
The Columbus Journal, September 30, 1874
DIED
SMITH--H.J. Hudson, Esq., informs us of a sad accident which came to his knowledge on Sunday. Mr. Spencer Smith and wife, who live about six miles south-east of Oakdale, Antelope County, left home to attend the conference of the Latter-Day Saints at this place. They left the children at home, one boy, Levi Smith, eleven years of age, having charge of the cattle as herder. The herd that he had charge of was composed of cattle belonging to various families in the neighborhood, and at the time of the accident a neighbor boy was accompanying him towards home with the herd; Levi had wrapped a lariat around him and was using it occasionally as a whip for his animal; the neighbor boy, (whose name we did not learn), doubtless thinking that a whip was a better thing than a rope, struck Levi's horse, frightening it, so that it jumped suddenly forward, throwing him off. The horse kicked the fallen boy in the head, producing instant death. This occurred at about sundown Saturday, and word reached the parents here at 4 o'clock Sunday morning. What must have been the feelings of the parents when they heard of the horrid accident, only those who have suffered similarly can imagine.
Columbus Era, October 10, 1874
DIED
FAUNCE--At Lone Tree on the third of this month, Peter McCathoren, shot and instantly killed a man by the name of Faunce. McCathoron was arrested and lodged in jail at this place.--O.B.
The Columbus Journal, October 12, 1874
DIED
GRIFFIN--Died, on Wednesday, Oct. 7th, 1874, Patrick Francis Griffin, infant son of P.S. and Margaret Griffin, aged 8 months and 11 days.
Columbus Era, October 17, 1874
MARRIED
BURCKER-KINSEY--Wednesday morning, Oct. 14, 1874, at the residence of C.L. Howell, by the Rev. Robt. Doherty, Mr. Harry M. Burcker to Miss Theresa C. Kinsey, all of Grand Island.
The Columbus Journal, October 21, 1874
MARRIED
BURCKER-KINSEY--Wednesday morning Oct. 14, 1874, at the residence of C.L. Howell, by the Rev. Robt. Doherty Mr. Harry M. Burcker to Miss Theresa C. Kinsey, all of Grand Island.
The happy couple took the morning train for Omaha, accompanied by a party of friends, two of whom it is rumored may return as one. We extend our congratulations and wish them all the prosperity and good things this world affords.--[Grand Island Times.]PORTER-CRAIG--Oct. 9th, 1874, at Humphrey, by Walter Mead, Esq., Mr. Loman Porter, of Platte Co., to Mrs. Elizabeth Craig, of Madison Co., Neb.
DIED
HAVERMAN--Just as we go to press, to-day, (Thursday,) the intelligence reaches us that a little son of Mr. Haverman, aged about three years, living on Antelope creek, 7 1/2 miles south of this place, was accidently shot and killed by an older brother. Mr. Harverman was in town attending church, when the oldest boy got out the double-barrel shot gun and was carelessly handling it when it was discharged, the charge striking the little boy, who was sitting on a log some distance from the other, killing him instantly.--[Cedar Co. Advocate.]
Columbus Era, October 24, 1874
MARRIED
BLODGETT-OLSON--In this place, on Friday, Oct. 23rd by J.G. Higgins--Mr. Eugene A. Blodgett to Miss Sarah Olson of New Alba, Iowa.
The Columbus Journal, October 28, 1874
DIED
STAUFFER--Died, Monday, Oct. 26th, 1874, at 3 1/2 P.M., Clara Eliza, infant child of John and Eliza Stauffer, aged 1 year and 26 days. Only He who knoweth the human heart, and the fondness with which parents cling to their loved little ones, can administer consolation in dark hours of grief.BUSCH--An infant child of Mr. John Busch died on Saturday last.
Columbus Era, October 31, 1874
BIRTHS
SCHILZ--In this place, on the 28th, a daughter to Elizabeth Schilz, wife of Wm. Schilz.MARRIED
ALDERSON-SLATER--Saturday, Oct. 27, 1874, Mr. Wm. A. Alderson to Miss Elmira Slater, by Philip Howell, J.P. Tracy Valley, Platte county, Nebraska.DIED
STAUFFER--Monday, October 26th, 1874, Clara Eliza, infant daughter of John and Eliza Stauffer. Aged 1 year and 26 days. The funeral services were held in the German Protestant Church Wednesday at 10 o'clock a.m., in the presence of a large number of deeply sympathizing friends, the Rev. A. Schneck officiating. Be not disconsolate grief town parents, for as the tender leaves of autumn are fast falling to ere long assume new forms, so they little child has fallen asleep in its Savior, and with the dews of heavenly love impearled, it shall adorn thee in another world where happiness and joy are perennial.
The Columbus Journal, November 11, 1874
MARRIED
MOREY-DEZELL--Married, in Sioux City, Iowa, Oct. 29, 1874, by Rev. E.H. Avery, Mr. O.B. Morey and Miss L.F. Dezell, both of Elk Valley, Nebraska.DIED
BULL--John Bull, aged seventy-seven years, who lived near Omaha, committed suicide on the 4th inst., by hanging himself with a rope from a rafter in the cattle stable.CREIGHTON--Edward Creighton, President of the First National Bank at Omaha, died on the morning of the 6th inst. of paralysis. Mr. Creighton was a very prominent and very wealthy citizen of Omaha. He was born in Belmont county, Ohio, and settled at Omaha in 1856, and by strict application to business had accumulated a fortune estimated from one to three millions of dollars.
Columbus Era, November 14, 1874
DIED
WALTON--A very serious accident occurred at Hawk-eye, Dixion county. Logan Walton, a young man about 20 years of age was burned to death in attempting to rescue some horses from a burning stable on the premises of Dr. Wm. Marque__.
Columbus Era, November 21, 1874
BIRTHS
GREGORIOUS--In this place, Thursday, November 19th, to the wife of Jacob Gregorious--a son. Weight, 10 pounds. A young tonsor made his appearance in Columbus on Thursday last. He is very reticent on all subject, being a new-comer, but Jacob Gregorious, who knows the little stranger, will be glad to impart any information concerning the cut of his hair or the color of his mustache.MARRIED
BECKER-REESE--in this place, Thursday, November 19th, William Becker to Miss Sophia Reese. Both of Platte county.
The Columbus Journal, November 25, 1874
MARRIED
MARTIN-WILKINS--On the evening of November 18th, 1874, at the residence of Albert McIntire, Esq., by Rev. S.P. Bollman, Mr. John T. Martin, of Oakdale, Antelope Co., Neb., and Miss Clara R. Wilkins, of Ossian, Minnesheik Co., Iowa.BECKER-REESE--At Columbus, Thursday, November 19th, 1857, Mr. William Becker and Miss Sophia Reese.
DIED
WEBER--A few nights since, Mr. John Weber left town to go home, six miles north of Falls City, in Ohio Precinct. He got off the road near Mr. Catren's three miles from town, run into a ditch, upset his wagon and was injured, as is supposed, by the wagon-box falling on him, so that he was unable to get to a house, and as the night was very cold, he was found dead next morning. Mr. Weber was one of those well-to-do German farmers who came to Nebraska last winter from Illinois, and was highly respected by all who knew him. He leaves a wife and three children.--[Falls City Journal.]
Columbus Era, November 28, 1874
MARRIED
MONTGOMERY-DODGE--Miss Letitia Dodge, daughter of Gen. G.M. Dodge, of Council Bluffs, Iowa, was married last Wednesday to Robert E. Montgomery.
The Columbus Journal, December 9, 1874
MARRIED
McCLINTOCK-MINKLER--Married, at the residence of the bride, near Dayton, Boone Co., Neb., Dec. 1st, 1874, by Judge W.J. Nelson, Mr. Hugh H. McClintock and Mrs. Louisa Minkler, all of Boone Co., Neb.
The Columbus Journal, December 16, 1874
MARRIED
SPIELMAN-ANDERSON--Married, at the residence of the bride's father in Colfax co., Neb., Dec. 10th, 1874, by Judge C.S. Coates, Mr. Benjamin Spielman of Platte Co., and Miss Laura V. Anderson of Colfax Co.
Circumstances forbade our attendance at the wedding according to invitation, but the "printers" were not forgotten as the "boys" can duly testify. Brother Coates of the Schuyler Register, who was present, publishes the following notice:
Agreeable to invitation, we, in company with our wife and Prof. Grimison, took up our line of march, last Thursday evening, in the direction of Mr. Anderson's, where we arrived on time. We found there rather a suspicious assemblage, among which were John H. Lawrence and lady; Wm. Draper and lady &c., together with a host of good people from Columbus too numerous to mention. Eventually Benjamin Spielman, the gentlemanly Sheriff of Platte Co., and Miss Laura Anderson, came forward and joined hands. They were confronted by the Probate Judge, who said something; then there was a great deal of shaking of hands, congratulation and kissing done; great tears went chasing each other down the cheeks of Mr. and Mrs. Anderson--Laura was married. Supper followed,--and Oh! such a supper. Each seemed to vie with the others in tasting of everything, but most of them succumbed in the "fifties," while the Register man and J.P. Strong, true to their natures, went through. Taking all in all, it was the nicest little affair we have seen for many a day, and the deportment of all present was such as to leave the best impressions, and to add new links to the chain of friendship.
Columbus Era, December 19, 1874
MARRIED
SPEILMAN-ANDERSON--In Colfax county, Thursday, December 10th, at the residence of the bride's father, by Judge Coats of Schuyler, Nebraska, Benjamin Speilman, of Platte county, to Miss Laura V. Anderson, of Colfax county.
Ben is married! Blissful relation. It is bachelorhood reconstructed on a broad, natural basis; the remoulding of distorted mental and physical machanism; the stamp of divinity indelibly sealed by the blending of two souls unisoned with like feelings, desires and asperations. Ben is an efficient officer, an exemplary citizen, and will make a kind a generous husband. With all these high traits, still, he is the worst half of the dual Speilman.
Columbus Era, December 26, 1874
BIRTHS
HIGGINS--On the 13th inst., to the wife of J.G. Higgins--a daughter.MARRIED
ROSE-WHITE--On the 25th of December, at St. John's Catholic Church, in this place, by Rev. Father Ryan, Mr. Orlando Rose to Miss Ellen White. Both of Platte county.QUINN-GRANT--On Sunday, December 20th, at St. John's Catholic Church by Rev. Father Ryan, Mr. John Quinn to Miss Anna Grant. Both of Platte county.
BROGDEN-ROBINSON--In this place, Thursday, December 24th, 1874, by J.G. Higgins, Frank E. Brogden to Miss Lizzie Robinson. Both of Platte county. This young couple having become dissatisfied with single blessedness, mutually agreed on Thursday last to confront the grasshoppers in double file. May they live long to combat this rapacious insect, and leave behind many children to occupy prominent positions in aid societies.
DIED
SPOTTED HORSE--Information was received this week through a letter from John Williamson, that Spotted Horse, one of the Skeede soldiers, died of lung fever near Bunker Hill, Kansas, while on his way to the Indian Territory. Spotted Horse was very much thought of by the Indians and the whites with whom he became acquainted. He was in every sense of the term an Indian, and adhered to their customs and ways with great tenacity. He was a true Indian, dignified and noble, and possessed good traits and qualities that his white brothers could follow with credit.
The particulars of his death were very touching. Just before the vital spark became extinct, he desired to speak with John Williamson and A. Alexander, the two white men accompanying the Indians on their march to their new home. He told them he knew he was about to die, and desired to be buried in the white man's burying ground, as he was always a friend of the white man. His wish was complied with, and it is to be hoped that his spirit has gone to
"Some safer world in depth of wood embraced,
Some happier isle in the far off waste,
Where slaves once more their native land behold.
Where no fiends torment, no christians thirst for gold."
The Columbus Journal, December 30, 1874
MARRIED
TRAAS-BAUER--At Columbus, Ohio, Dec. 10th, 1874, by Rev. M. Lay, Mr. Henry Traas of Columbus, Ohio, to Miss Johannah L. Bauer of this place.BROGDEN-ROBISON--On the 24th day of December, 1874, by Judge J.G. Higgins, Mr. Frank E. Brogden and Miss Elizabeth Robinson, both of Platte county.
ROSE-WHITE--On Christmas night, Dec. 25th, 1874, by Rev. Father Ryan, Mr. Orlando Rose and Miss Ella White, all of Platte county.
Our best congratulations to our happy neighbor and his fair bride.DIED
SPOTTED HORSE--F.P. Burgess informs us that "Spotted Horse," a Skeedee soldier, and one of the best Indians of the whole tribe of Pawnees, died of lung fever, at Bunker Hill, Kansas, some time during the first of the month. Frank tells us that "Spotted Horse" was a thoroughbred Indian, knew no English, but was a friend to the white man. When dying he made a request of Mr. Williamson that as he had always been a friend of the white man, he desired to be buried in the white man's burying ground at Bunker Hill, that his dust might mingle with theirs.