Platte Co., NE - 1882 (Jan-Jun) BMD

Platte Co., NE - 1882 (Jan-Jun) BMD NEGenWeb Project PLATTE COUNTY, NEBRASKA
BIRTHS, MARRIAGES and DEATHS
RECORDED IN COLUMBUS NEWSPAPERS
1882 (January - June)

The Columbus Journal, January 4, 1882
MARRIED
HUGHES-DARLING--Dec. 24th, '81 by Judge J.G. Higgins, Geo. W. Hughes and Nettie I. Darling, both of Polk Co.
HALL-SIMMONS--Dec. 25th, '81, at the residence of the bride's parents, by Judge J.G. Higgins, Mr. Hamilton Hall of Butler Co., and Miss Jessie Simmons of this city
WILEY-BROWN--One of the wedding guests at the marriage, Dec. 22d, of Robt. E. Wiley to Miss Jennie M. Brown, sent us a communication too late for publication last week, from which we extract as follows: Among the presents were--library lamp, tea set, silver castor, worsted scarf, fruit dish, shell comb case, glass pitcher, butter knife, photograph album. Mr. Wiley has shown much energy in erecting so fine a residence, which is very commodious with its tasty furnishing and, with the accomplished bride to keep it neat, there is the prospect of a grand future. Mrs. Wiley has, for some time, been the teacher in the district where they reside, and has been highly commended by the parents for the excellent school she has kept, and the progress made by the school.
DIED
OSBORN--Of scarlet fever, Dec. 14th, 1881, Gertrude Lena; also Dec. 18th, 1881 Grace Lela, twin daughters of Spencer C. and Emily S. Osborn, aged eight yrs. and two months.
SHARP--Mrs. Caroline Sharp, widow of the late John Sharp, of Cadiz, Ohio, and daughter of John Ward, dec'd, of the same place, died at New Athens, Ohio, on the 24th inst., from the effects of poison administered by her own hand. Mrs. Sharp is well known to many readers of the Journal, and the cause of her death will be a great surprise when they recall the character of the lady, but grief for the loss of her son, an exceptional young man, perhaps explains why she chose thus to leave the world.
RYAN--The remains of Hon. T.C. Ryan were taken last week for burial to Calvary Cemetery, Evanston, a suburb of Chicago, accompanied by Rev. Father Ryan and Wm. Lamb of this city, and Peter Ryan and Eugene Coffey of Chicago.
RUDE--Mrs. Rude of Boone Co. was killed recently in Boone Co. by one of the timbers of a sod roof falling upon her. How two children, one lying on each side of her, escaped death, is one of those mysteries which is totally inexplicable--to the Argus.
The Columbus Democrat, January 7, 1882
DIED
MALLETTE--Samuel G. Mallette, city treasurer of Omaha, died at his residence, 1810 Burt street, Saturday afternoon, of congestion of the brain. His death was very unexpected and sudden. For several days Mr. Mallette complained of being unwell, but he continued about at his duties, so that no danger or serious illness was apprended.
The Columbus Gazette, January 10, 1882
DIED
KRICK--Mr. H.A. Krick, one of the leading physicians of Grand Island was found dead on a hand-car near the freight depot last Tuesday night. The cause of his death was supposed to be heart disease, as he was apparently in good health.
RYAN--Rev. Father Ryan and Wm. Lamb returned from Chicago last week, having accompanied the remains of Hon. Thos. C. Ryan to Calvary Cemetery, in one of the suburbs of Chicago.
The Columbus Journal, January 11, 1882
DIED
HOPKINS--December 29, 1881, Hattie, daughter of Richard Hopkins, of Butler county, aged 27 years.
HENSLEY--A son of John C. Hensley, of Monroe precinct, died on Friday last of scarlet fever, aged three years.
SCHLEGEL--Harry Hall shot and killed Con Schlegel at Camp Clarke, fifty miles north of Sidney, Neb. Hall is now in jail at Sidney. He claims that Schlegel committed suicide, but a stock-tender says that Hall placed the muzzle of the revolver close to Schlegel's head and fired. Hall states that he is a nephew of Gov. Nance. Hall was in jail in this city some time since for burglary, and was here a couple of days last week.
The Columbus Democrat, January 14, 1882
DIED
RIPP--On Sunday morning Annie Gertrude Ripp died, aged seventy-one years. The old lady had been living in Platte county for twelve years, and was the mother of seven children, six of whom are now living in the county. Her husband died in September 1879, and a daughter, the wife of J.W. Fuuhs, preceded her to the "undiscovered country" about five months. Mrs. Ripp had a host of friends who sympathize with the bereaved family. [Humphrey.]
The Columbus Gazette, January 17, 1882
DIED
SMITH--Marshall Smith and his sister Mrs. _.A. Gerrard took the express train for the east on Friday morning for New York state, to attend the funeral of their father, a notice of whose death they had just received.
The Columbus Journal, January 18, 1882
BIRTHS
POTTER--Sunday week A.H. Potter's heart was gladdened by the birth of a daughter.
DIED
NEWMAN--On Friday, January 13th, Mrs. Wm. Newman.
SCHULTZ--Joseph Schultz committed suicide the other day at Schuyler, shooting himself. He seemed to be somewhat "out of his head." He was found dead in his fruit store, two or three days, it is supposed, after the fatal deed was committed.
The Columbus Democrat, January 21, 1882
DIED
REEDY--Died, in this city on Tuesday, Dec. [sic] 17th, 1882, Ida Salome, infant daughter of J.J.H. and C.E. Reedy, aged 3 weeks. The funeral services were conducted on Wednesday by Rev. Goodale.
The Columbus Gazette, January 24, 1882
MARRIED
FLYNN-GRANT--On Sunday, Jan. 22nd, by Rev. Father Ryan, at the St. John's church, Mr. Thomas Flynn and Miss Mary Grant, daughter of Wm. Grant, both of Columbus Precinct.
EVERETT-LOFLAND--On Jan. 10th, 1882, by J. G. Higgins, County Judge, John T. Everett and Annie E. Lofland, both of Polk county, Nebraska.
WILCKENS-RABELER--On Jan. 12, 1882, by Judge Higgins, John H. Wilckens and Mina C. Rabeler, both of Platte co. Neb.
KELLOGG-HINNEY- On Jan. 21st, 1882, by Judge Higgins, Warren W. Kellogg and Role Hinney, both of Platte county, Neb.
ARLT-JAHN--On Jan. 21st, 1882, by the same, Gottfried Arlt and Caroline Jahn both of Platte county, Nebraska.
DIED
REEDY--On Tuesday afternoon, January 17, 1882, Ida Salome, infant daughter of J.J.H. and C.E. Reedy, departed this life, aged three weeks. The funeral services were conducted by Rev. S. Goodale, at the home of the parents.
The Columbus Journal, January 25, 1882
BIRTHS
SHANNON--To Mrs. O.C. Shannon, Wednesday evening, Jan. 18, 1882, a daughter. We learn that she will be named "Bessie."
DIED
REEDY--At the very early age of three weeks, Ida Salome, infant daughter of J.J.H. and C.E. Reedy, departed this life on Jan. 17, 1882.
    Rev. Sam'l Goodale conducted a suitable funeral service at the house of the parents Wednesday last.
The Columbus Democrat, January 28, 1882
MARRIED
EVERETT-LOFLAND--On January 10th, by J.G. Higgins, John F. Everett and Annie E. Lofland, both of Polk County.
WILCKENS-RABELER--On Jan. 12th, 1882, Judge Higgins, John H. Wilckens and Minna C. Rabeler, both of Platte County.
KELLOGG-HINNEY--On January 21st, 1882, by Judge Higgins, Warren W. Kellogg and Rose Hinney, both of Platte County.
ARLT-JAHN--On January 21st, 1882, by Judge Higgins, Gottfried Arlt and Caroline Jahn, both of Platte County, Nebraska.
FLYNN-GRANT--On Sunday 22nd, 1882, by Rev. Father Ryan, at the St. John's church, Mr. Thomas Flynn and Miss Mary Grant, second daughter of Wm. Grant, both of Columbus Precinct.
SHAW-HOWE--On Jan. 24th, John C. Shaw and Annie Howe by J.G. Higgins, both of Platte County.
GIRTANNER-SCHEER--On January 26th by J.G. Higgins, Theodore Girtanner and Rosa Scheer, both of Platte County.
The Columbus Gazette, January 31, 1882
MARRIED
ELLIOTT-LIGHTNER--We have just received notice of the recent marriage of Mr. H.S. Elliott and Miss Helen Lightner, of Postville. No date was given, but the writer stated that their friends and the whole community wish them all the joy and happiness that a happy married life can afford.
The Columbus Journal, February 1, 1882
BIRTHS
BYRNE--To Mrs. B.A. Byrne of Duncan, Jan. 31st, a daughter.
MEAD--In Boone, Boone Co., Neb., on the 19th, to Mrs. Walter Mead a daughter. Mother and child are doing well, and grandpa is as well as could be expected under the circumstances.
MARRIED
SHAW-HOWE--On January 24th, by J.G. Higgins, John C. Shaw and Nettie Howe, both of Platte county.
WILKEN-NIEMEYER--On January 27th, by Rev. H. Fischer, Herman Wilken, jr., and Miss Annie Niemeyer.
ARLT-JAHN--On January 21st, '82, by Judge Higgins, Gottfried Arlt and Caroline Jahn, both of Platte county.
EVERETT-LOFLAND--On January 10th, by J.G. Higgins, John T. Everett and Annie E. Lofland, both of Polk Co.
KELLOGG-HINNEY--On January 21st, 1882, by Judge Higgins, Warren W. Kellogg and Rose Hinney, both of Platte county.
GIRTANNER-SCHEER--On January 26th, by J.G. Higgins, Theodore Girtanner and Rosa Scheer, both of Platte county.
WILCKENS-RABELER--On January 21st, 1882, by Judge Higgins, John H. Wilckens and Minna C. Rabeler, both of Platte Co.
FLYNN-GRANT--On Sunday, Jan'y 22d, at St. John's Church in this city, by Rev. Father J.M. Ryan, Mr. Thomas Flynn, Sr., and Miss Mary, daughter of William Grant, all of Platte county.
ELLIOTT-LITNER; NICKERSON-DAVIS--Two weddings took place in our neighborhood on Saturday last, Mr. H.S. Elliott of Postville and Miss Litner made one happy couple, and Mr. Nickerson of Platte Center, and Miss Mary Davis made the other. The first knot was tied by Dr. Armostrong, and the second one by Rev. A.J. Wright of St. Edwards. Joy to the happy couples!--Upper Shell Creek.
DIED
ROZIER--Rozier, the small-pox patient at Lincoln, died Jan. 30th, and was buried at midnight. Two more cases are reported.
KOEHLER--An old gentleman by the name of Koehler, while driving home from Stanton last Saturday, being unable to manage his team, on account of intoxication, was thrown from his wagon and almost instantly killed.--Norfolk News.
The Columbus Gazette, February 7, 1882
MARRIED
ELLIOTT-LIGHTNER--On Saturday, February 28th ult, by Dr. W.L. Armstrong, at his residence, Mr. H.S. Elliott and Miss Helen Lightner, both of Postville, Platte county.
    Mr. Elliott is known as one of our most enterprising farmers, but knowing it is not best for man to dwell alone, he has taken a partner to share the joys and sorrows, the sunshine and shades of life, and we hope that prosperity will be their allotted portion.
DIED
CURTIS--On Saturday morning, February 28th, at Bellwood, Butler county, Neb., Levi Curtis, aged 82 years.
The Columbus Journal, February 8, 1882
MARRIED
CORNISH-LOHR--On Sunday, Feb. 5, by Rev. Henry Lohr, Mr. Walter Cornish and Miss Georgie Lohr, of Polk county.
DIED
BURGMAN--It was announced the other day in Lincoln that a little girl had been coolly murdered. Her name was Gurtie Burgman. She died not long since, and her remains were hastily buried. On being exhumed the other night and examined by Dr. Shaw, he reported evidence of the most cruel and inhuman treatment administered at the hands of her adopted parents, Frederick and Maggie Clawson. The body of the child was covered with scars and bruises, some of them inflicted but a short time before death. The forehead, nose, cheek and temple bruised; cord marks were found on the wrists, fingers and feet, the great toes of both feet and one finger were missing, and numerous ulcerated scars covered the limbs and arms. The accused have been placed under arrest.
The Columbus Democrat, February 11, 1882
MARRIED
CORNISH-LOHR--On Saturday [sic] Feb. 5, by Rev. Henry Lohr, Wm. Walter Cornish, and Miss Georgia Lohr, of Polk County.
LOWGSKOWKSKI-KLIMMIZESKA--On Thursday morning, Feb. 9th at the Catholic Church, Frank Lowgskowkski to Klarra Klimmizeska, both of Columbus, Nebraska.
The Columbus Journal, February 15, 1882
DIED
McCANDLISH--At Denton, Texas, Feb. 6, 1882, Mr. E.Q. McCandlish, aged thirty years.
    The deceased was a brother to W.N. McCandlish of this county. His remains were buried at Denton, according to his wish.
The Columbus Democrat, February 18, 1882
DIED
JAEGGI--The community was startled on Monday to hear of the sudden death of Arnold Jaeggi from cramps and apoplexy of the heart, aged thirty-six years. Mr. Jaeggi had resided on a farm about fifteen miles from the city for twelve years, and was much esteemed by all his neighbors. He has been troubled with heart disease for some years, but no one apprended that the end was so near. On Monday morning he had been engaged chopping wood, and about noon started for the stable. As he did not return, a search was instituted, and when found he was cold in death. He was a brother of Adolph and Leopold Jaeggi of our city.
The Columbus Gazette, February 21, 1882
BIRTHS
BURGESS--The home of Mr. and Mrs. Frank P. Burgess was rendered supremely happy last Monday evening by the arrival of a girl baby, Frank is correspondingly elevated.--Golden Col. Transcript.
DIED
JAEGGI--Arnold Jaeggi, brother of Adolph and Leopold Jaeggi of this place, died quite suddenly at his residence on Monday last week, it is supposed from cramps and apoplexy of the heart. His age was 36 years, and he had resided on his farm about 15 miles from the city for the past twelve years, much esteemed by his neighbors and all who know him.
The Columbus Journal, February 22, 1882
DIED
JAEGGI--Arnold Jaeggi, residence in the northeastern part of Valley precinct, left his mother's house last Monday about 11 o'clock and about an hour afterwards, his little son ran into the house crying and told his grandmother that his father was sick. Mrs. Jaeggi, who is an elderly lady, went to the stable and found her son lying on his face dead. A number of the neighbors were quickly summoned and the body was carried into the house. It was decided that an inquest was not necessary. It was supposed that the deceased died from either apoplexy or heart disease. He was about thirty-seven years of age, an inoffensive man and leaves two small children, his wife having died some time ago. He has two brothers living in Columbus and a sister, (Mrs. John Horst) living at Silver Creek. "May he rest in peace."--Osceola Record.
The Columbus Democrat, February 25, 1882
BIRTHS
TURNER--Born, Tuesday, Feb. 21st, to Mrs. M.K. Turner, a daughter.
MARRIED
SMITH-DRAKE--At the residence of Marshall Smith, February 22, '82, by Rev. J.W. Little, Mr. Frank Smith and Miss Hattie A. Drake, both of Columbus.
HILL-BURLEY--On Tuesday, February 21, '82, by Rev. R.B. Wilson, George H. Hill and Ellen Burley, both of Columbus.
DIED
O'DONNELL--Died, Charley O'Donnell, on Sunday morning, February 19, '82, aged two years.
The Columbus Gazette, February 28, 1882
MARRIED
SMITH-DRAKE--At the residence of Mr. Marshall Smith, Feb. 22d, 1882, by Rev. J. Little, Mr. Frank A. Smith and Miss Hattie Drake, both of this city.
WILLARD-KOYLE--At the residence of the bride's farther [sic], near St. Edward, Feb. 20st [sic], 1882, by Elder Bowman, Mr. George Willard and Miss Kitty Koyle.
DIED
SCHROEDER; HUDSON--Several cases of diphtheria have occurred in town, and two of them have proved fatal, the children of Charles Schroeder and Charles Hudson, we hear of without particulars before going to press.
The Columbus Journal, March 1, 1882
BIRTHS
TIFFANY--Feb. 21st, to Mrs. Jas. C. Tiffany, a son.
TURNER--Feb. 21st, to Mrs. M.K. Turner, a daughter.
MARRIED
HILL-BURLEY--On Tuesday, Feb. 21st, by Rev. R.B. Wilson, George H. Hill and Ellen Burley, both of Columbus.
WILLARD-COIL--At the residence of the bride's father in Boone Co., Feb. 21st, by Elder S.P. Bollman, Mr. Geo. Willard and Miss Kitty Coil.
HEWITT-LOHR--Sunday, Feb. 26th, at the residence of the bride's parents, by Rev. Henry Lohr, J.M. Hewitt and Mrs. Sarah Lohr, both of Columbus.
SMITH-DRAKE--At the residence of Mr. Marshall Smith, Feb. 22d, 1882, by Rev. J.W. Little, Mr. Frank A. Smith and Miss Hattie A. Drake, all of Columbus, Neb.
    The young couple have our best wishes for a long, prosperous and happy union. The fair bride's cake was nice and excellent.
DIED
HUDSON--Monday, Feb. 27, 1882 Harry J., son of Charles Hudson, of diphtheria, aged 7 years, 4 months.
SCHROEDER--Sunday, Feb. 26th, 1 a.m., of diphtheria, resulting in lung fever, Carl, oldest son of Charles Schroeder, aged 13 years, 4 months.
CLARK--Monday, Feb. 21st, 1882, Mary, wife of Michael Clark, residing in the vicinity of Lindsay, this county.
    Mrs. Clark was married about one year ago, and was an estimable woman.
The Columbus Democrat, March 4, 1882
MARRIED
WILLARD-COIL--At the residence of the bride's parents in Boone county Feb. 21st, by Elder S.P. Bollman, George Willard and Miss Kitty Coil.
HEWIT-LOHR--On Sunday, Feb., 26th, 1882, at the residence of the bride's parents, by Rev. Henry Lohr, J.M. Hewit and Miss Sarah Lohr, both of Columbus.
JOHNSON-PETERSEN--At Schuyler, Nebraska, Feb. 25th, by Rev. Jno. G. Gassman, Mr. Swain H. Johnson and Miss Sophia Petersen, both of Looking Glass, Platte County, Nebraska.
DIED
SCHROEDER--Sunday, Feb. 26, '82, of lung fever, Carl, oldest son of Charles Schroeder, aged 13 years and 4 months.
HUDSON--Monday, Feb. 27th, 1882, of diptheria, Harry J., son of Charles Hudson, aged 7 years and 4 months.
ELLIS--On Monday last Clifford and Charles Ellis who live with their parents near Richland went to the slough for wild geese, and while there the gun of Chas. was accidentally discharged, lodging the contents in Cliffords right breast, the effects of which caused his death in a few minutes. The deceased was about twenty-three years of age, and the sad occurrence has been lamented all through the community.
The Columbus Gazette, March 7, 1882
DIED
ELLIS--Clifford Ellis was shot at the slough near Richland on Monday last week, by the accidental discharge of a gun in the hands of his brother Charles. He was a young man aged about 23 years, and the sad event is the cause of much lamentation and regret.
The Columbus Journal, March 8, 1882
MARRIED
SIXBERRY-CORBET--On the 1st of March, by Judge J.G. Higgins, Henry Sixberry of Butler Co., and Miss Hannah Corbet of Polk Co.
The Columbus Democrat, March 11, 1882
MARRIED
SIXBERRY-CORBET--By Hon. J.G. Higgins on March 1st, '82 Henry Sixberry and Miss Hannah Corbet.
The Columbus Gazette, March 14, 1882
DIED
CAREW--Saturday evening, March 11, 1882, of diphtheria, Flora, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. H.G. Carew, aged nine years, five months and 14 days.
HELLBUSH--On Friday night, Herman Hellbush of Sterns Prairie, while driving home from Columbus, it is supposed accidentally dropped a line and lost command of his horses, and in an effort to recover was kicked in the head by one of the horses and killed. He was a young man about 22 years old, and Dr. Heintz held a coroner's inquest over his body the next morning.
OSBORN--Frank Osborn, aged 15 years, who had been boarding with J.B. Senecal and attending the Franciscan school, was taken quite ill last Friday morning and removed to the Hospital, where he received prompt medical aid but died on Saturday morning. His home was in Monroe, and his remains were taken thither for burial.
The Columbus Journal, March 15, 1882
DIED
CAREW--Saturday, March 11th, of diphtheria, Flora, daughter of H.G. Carew, aged 10 years.
HELLBUSH--On Saturday morning Herman Hellbush, of Stearns prairie, was found dead on the prairie near Mathis's bridge, being first discovered by Fred Loseke. Mr. Hellbush had been to Columbus the evening before with a load of hogs and was returning home about dark, when, it is supposed, one of his horses, a vicious animal, got to kicking and entangled the lines in some way, and that in reaching out, Mr. Hellbush became so entangled in the lines that he could not extricate himself. His face showed the marks of a hoof where he had been kicked, and his clothes had on them gray hairs from the animal. The team had gone in a circle quite a distance, and blood and clothes were scattered all around. The accident occurred on Jno. Loseke's farm. Mr. H. was about twenty years old, and the son of Henry Hellbush. The Coroner, A Heintz, held an inquest Saturday, and the jurors, A. Mathis, Jno. Kumpf, C. Zeiter, Jno. Loseke, G. Henselleit and J. Boe, found a verdict in accordance with the above facts.
The Columbus Democrat, March 18, 1882
MARRIED
WERMUTH-BONESTEEL--On Thursday evening at 7 o'clock John F. Wermuth and Mrs. Kittie L. Bonesteel were joined together in the holy bonds of matrimony in the parlors of the Withnell Hotel in Omaha. The ceremony was witnessed by friends residing in that city, and by Mr. and Mrs. George Wandal who accompanied them from Columbus. The contracting parties have many friends in our midst who, regretting that the ceremony was not performed in our city so that they could have attended, all unite in wishing them a smooth passage over life's turbulent ocean, and a safe anchorage in a harbor of happiness and abundance. We understand that the bride will go on to Illinois, and that the groom will lay over at some point on the road, and return to his duties here Sunday evening. The Democrat tenders congratulations, and well wishes.
DIED
CAREW--On Saturday, March 11th, 1882, of diphtheria, Flora, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. H.G. Carew, aged nine years, 5 days [sic] and 14 days.
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CAREW--Another death from diphtheria. The second loss to the Grace S.S. since Christmas. Flora Carew, who was a sufferer from this dreaded disease, departed this life on Saturday night last.
OSBORN--On the same day of rheumatic fever, Frank Osborn aged fifteen years.
ARMSTRONG--George M. Armstrong, a well known citizen of Omaha, was killed on Saturday last by some member of the Nebraska Militia. Mr. Armstrong attempted to force his way past a guard, when the guard knocked him down with his fist. At this junction several other guards--four or five, perhaps more--rushed up, and one of them, who is as yet unknown, pointed a bayonet at the prostrate man and shoved it into him. The bayonet entered his left side, just below the arm, and went nearly through him in a downward direction. He was carried to the headquarters at the old Catholic Chruch and died about thirty minutes later. It is greatly to be deplored that the blood of this innocent old man had to be shed simply becuase he did not understand military usage.
HELLBUSH--On Friday last Herman Hellbush of Stearn's prairie came to Columbus with a load of hogs, and finding a ready market for them, he remained in the city passing a social time with his friends until about dark, when he started for home. The next mroning he was found dead on the prairie by Fred Loseke, near the Mathis bridge on John Loseke's farm. No one saw the accident, and how it occurred is merely a matter of conjecture, but the general supposition is that Mr. Hellbush was dragged out over the front of the wagon in some way, and was kicked on the head by a vicious horse he was driving. This supposition is born out by the print of a horse's hoof on his face, and a quantity of gray hairs from the animal on his clothes. The team, when discovered had gone in a circle some distance, and blood and clothes were scattered over considerable space. The deceased was a son of Henry Hellbush, and was about twenty years of age. Dr. A. Heintz, Coroner, held an inquest Saturday morning, and the jury was composed of the following persons: A. Mathis, John Kumpf, C. Zeiter, John Loseke, G. Henselleit, and J. Boe. A great deal of sympathy has been expressed for the family of the deceased.
The Columbus Gazette, March 21, 1882
BIRTHS
LEE; MOYER--Born, a son to Mr. Thomas and Mary Lee, March 2d; also a daughter to Mrs. Moyer, March 18th. [Silver Creek.]
MARRIED
WERMUTH-BONESTEEL--On Thursday evening, March 17th, at the Whitnell Hotel, Omaha, by Rev. A.F. Sherrill, John F. Wermuth and Mrs. Katie L. Bonesteel, both of Columbus
    They were accompanied by Mr. and Mrs. George Wandell. Mr. Wermuth returned Sunday evening, and Mrs. Wermuth, went to Illinois on a visit.
DIED
KELLY--At Silver Creek on Sunday, March 19th, 1882, Ella M. wife of David C. Kelly, aged 29 years.
    She was the first born and only daughter of Thomas Lee and was born at Pottsford, Hillsdale Co., Mich. Feb. 8, 1853. The family removed to Nebraska in 1870 and she was married in 1871. In her girlhood she was thought by her parents to have met a change of heart, but she made no public profession till about four years ago. She seems to have come to this decision from her own investigation of the scriptures. After she returned from a trip to California, she was baptized and united with the church. Though she has been suffering for five years, her resignation at the close of life was complete, and she could say, "I am ready to go." Her hope was to live for her family, but the last thought was, "not my will, but thine be done."
    [...and...]
Died, March 19th, Mrs. Ella Kelly, wife of David Kelly, station master at this place, leaving four little children motherless. [Silver Creek.]
The Columbus Journal, March 22, 1882
DIED
OSBORN--Saturday, March 11th, Frank, son of S.C. Osborn, aged sixteen years.
    The deceased was a young man of much promise. He had started to get an education, his parents helping him to the best of their ability. He was very familiar with bible stories from early youth, and could explain them like a man. Beloved by all, he was the hope of his parents. He had scarlet fever with other members of the family, afterwards taking cold, producing something like rheumatism. He was one of the young men of Wattsville who had signed a pledge to refrain from using tobacco, liquor and profane language, and who kept his pledge. The family have the deepest sympathy of their friends, two sisters of the deceased having preceded him to the Summer Land.
The Columbus Gazette, March 28, 1882
MARRIAGE LICENSES
The Bee publishes marriage licenses under the head of "Borrowing Trouble," and also gives the ages of the parties. To illustrate, we find in a recent number the following: "John F. Wermuth, aged 30, to Mrs. Katie L. Bonesteel, aged 29, both of Columbus, Neb."
DIED
BRUNO--Henry A. Bruno, of Central City, died at Hot Springs, Ark., on the 18th inst. from consumption. His remains were brought home and buried last Thursday, under the supervision of the Masonic and Odd Fellows' lodges. He was a native of Ohio and represented Merrick county in the legislature in 1876.
The Columbus Democrat, April 1, 1882
DIED
CAMP--A telegram was received on Friday about noon of the death of Mrs. J.B. Camp at La Grange Georgia. Mrs. Camp had been in ill health for a long time, and some months since went to Georgia, hoping the change of climate would be beneficial to her. The husband and sons who live in Columbus have the sympahty of the community.
The Columbus Gazette, April 4, 1882
DIED
CAMP--A telegram was received on Friday about noon, of the death of Mrs. J.B. Camp, at La Grange, Georgia. Mrs. Camp had been in ill health for a long time, and some months since went to Georgia, hoping the change of climate would be beneficial to her. The husband and sons who live in Columbus have the sympathy of the community.--Columbus Democrat.
The Columbus Journal, April 5, 1882
MARRIED
KILLHAM-MOCK--At the residence of Mr. Daniel Mock, father of the bride, on the 29th of March, by Rev. A. Henrich, Mr. Geo. H. Killham and Miss Sophia Mock, all of Platte Co.
DREBERT-COSTORS--At the resi- [sic] of H.G. Seidel, in Madison, Neb., on Sunday, March 26th, 1882, by Judge Searles, Mr. Daniel F. Drebert to Miss Alice M. Costors, both of Humphrey, Neb.--Madison Chronicle
SCHERRER-KUMMER--April 8, '82, by Rev. C.G.A. Hullhorst, Marcus Scherrer and Miss Mary Kummer.
DIED
CAMP--At La Grange, Georgia, March 31st, Mrs. J.R. Camp, formerly of this city. The deceased was an estimable lady and had suffered long and patiently.
The Columbus Democrat, April 8, 1882
MARRIED
KILLHAM-MOCK--At the residence of Mr. Daniel Mock, father of the bride, on the 29th of March, '82, by Rev. A. Heinrich, Mr. George H. Killham and Miss Sophia Mock, all of Platte County, Neb.
The Columbus Gazette, April 11, 1882
DIED
EDWARDS--At the residence of Dr. Stillman in Columbus, on Saturday morning, April 8th, Solomon J. Edwards, aged 61 years.
The Columbus Journal, April 12, 1882
MARRIED
O'NEIL-HENESSEY--At St. John's church, Tuesday, April 12, 1882, by Rev. Father Ryan, Mr. John O'Neill and Miss Mary Henessey.
DIED
KETCHON--At the house, of her son-in-law, N.N. Rice, of this city, Amanda Ketchon, March 28, 1882, aged 81 years.
EDWARDS--At the residence of Dr. C.B. Stillman, April 8, of abcess of the lungs, Solomon J. Edwards, aged 61 yrs.
    The deceased leaves two children, Mrs. C.B. Stillman and Mrs. Frank Field. He was an honest man in every sense of that term, quiet and unassuming and all his acquaintances will sincerely mourn his departure.
The Columbus Democrat, April 15, 1882
MARRIED
STAAB-MAYER--On April 13, 1882, by J.G. Higgins, John Staab to Elizabeth Mayer, all of Platte County.
MORRIS-LLOYD--On April 2d, '82, by Hon. J.G. Higgins, J.A. Morris to Elsie Lloyd, both of Platte County, Neb.
DIED
EDWARDS--At the residence of Dr. C.B. Stillman, Solomon J. Edwards, aged 61 years, on April 8th 1882.
The Columbus Journal, April 19, 1882
BIRTHS
STILLMAN--To Mrs. Dr. C.B. Stillman, April 16, 1882, a daughter. Weight 9 lbs. Mother and child doing well.
MARRIED
STAAB-MAYER--April 13, '82, by J.G. Higgins, Jno. Stabb, and Elizabeth Mayer, all of Platte Co.
MORRIS-LLOYD--April 2 by the same, J.A. Morris and Elsie Lloyd.
DIED
RIVET--At Postville, Neb., April 10, 1882, Maggie, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Rivet, aged 18 years, 6 months.
    She was a bright, intelligent young lady, beloved by all who knew her. To think that one so young and promising should be cut down in the bloom of life is a crushing blow to the sorrowing family. Her remains were followed to their last resting place by an unusually large concourse of sympathizing friends.
The Columbus Democrat, April 29, 1882
DIED
??--On Wednesday morning, Wm. Lisco, while on his way to the city, saw the body of what he supposed to be a man floating in a slough on the south side of the river, a short distance from the terminus of the bridge. He did not stop to make a close investigation, but hurried to town and reported to the Sheriff what he had seen. The Coroner was notified, a jury called, and all in company with the Sheriff repaired to the slough. The body proved to be that of a woman, supposed to have been a Polander, about forty years old, but was so decomposed that recognition was impossible. From scratches and bruises on the face the jury were led to believe that the woman's death was caused by violance from the hands of parties unknown, and so found in their verdict. The body bore the appearance of having been in the water from four to six weeks. Henry Gass, the undertaker, was on hand with a casket, and the corpse was brought to the city and buried in the cemetery.
    The most remarkable part of the whole affair is that this woman should have drowned, and have been in the slough, so near the city for so many weeks, and no search made. Surely she must have had friends who have missed her. There is a mystery back of the occurrence that may be long developing.
The Columbus Journal, April 26, 1882
BIRTHS
ROSSITER--To Mrs. R.L. Rossiter, April 24, a daughter.
HUDSON--A bran new boy at Hudson's, all well. [Woodville.]
MARRIED
MAHON-HOOKER--But the most notable event was the marriage of Mr. T.E. Mahon and Miss Ada Hooker, at the residence of the bride's father, April 13, by Prof. Rush, of St. Edward. True was one of Woodville's old bachelors of long standing and was quite a surprise to all.
    After the ceremony the numerous invited guests partook of a substantial dinner of all good things from turkey down. The presents were numerous. After dinner the bride and groom departed for Boone Co., their future home. [Woodville.]
DIED
ELSTON--Daisy, infant daughter of Mr. and Mrs. George Elston, April 23, '82, aged two years.
    The funeral took place from the Congregational church. The remains were interred in Columbus cemetery, April 24, 1882.
CONTER--The body of a woman was found on Wm. Lisco's farm, April 19th apparently drowned; supposed to be Mrs. Conter, a Polander, whose son lives 20 miles west of Columbus in Loup valley.
    The jury consisted of Guy C. Barnum, foreman, and R.D. Schrack, L.D. Clark, C. From, H.G. Brindley, and L.D. Clark, jurors.
    The verdict returned was that she came to her death through violence, by party or parties unknown.
    Young Conter, her son, claims not to have seen her for over a year. She had been cared for at the Sisters' hospital here.
    The marks were a cut on the forehead, and appearance of bruises on the side.
The Columbus Democrat, April 29, 1882
BIRTHS
ROSSITER--Born, On Monday evening, April 24th, 1882, to Mr. and Mrs. R.L. Rossiter, a girl baby.
DIED
ELSTON--Died, Daisy, infant daughter of Mr. and Mrs. G.W. Elston, April 23d, '82, aged 2 years.
The Columbus Democrat, May 6, 1882
MARRIED
McBETH-SYFERS--May 3d, 1882, at the residence of the officiating clergyman, by Rev. J.W. Little, Mr. I.N. McBeth of Kearney, Nebraska, and Mrs. Ellen Syfers, of St. Louis, Mo.
The Columbus Journal, May 10, 1882
MARRIED
McBETH-SYFERS--May 3d, 1882, at the residence of the officiating clergyman, Rev. J.W. Little, Mr. Isaac N. McBeth, of Kearney, Neb., and Mrs. Ellen Syfers, of St. Louis, Missouri.
DIED
STEARNS--Thursday, May 4, 1882, of spasms, Esther J., infant daughter of O.A. and J.L. Stearns, aged 5 months and 4 days.
    The burial took place in Central City, in the family burying lot, Rev. McLean of the Presbyterian church of that place officiating. The friends of the bereaved parents sincerely tender their sympathies.
The Columbus Journal, May 17, 1882
BIRTHS
BLOEDORN--Our fellow citizen, Wm. Bloedorn, rejoices (over the left) in the sweet, cooing notes of a dear little girl baby. [Platte Center.]
DIED
EYMAN--Mrs. John Eyman, of Lost Creek, Platte county, died on the 11th of May, '82 of some kind of fever, thought to be typhoid.
    Mrs. Eyman had only been married a short time, and was esteemed among her acquaintances as an estimable lady.
...and...
EYMAN--Events in this vicinity during the past week have been of a very gloomy nature, especially at Wattsville, where one of the most respected residents of that place, Mr. John Eyman, has met with a sad loss in the death of his wife, who died Thursday morning last. [Platte Center.]
SHEEHAN--Saturday morning, May 13, 1881 [sic], at 3:30 o'clock, Edward D. Sheehan, leaving a wife and three small children.
    Death was caused by a strain while lifting on a heavy safe, from the results of which he took to his bed, and a general typhoid condition of the system, preventing his recovery.
    The funeral occurred on Monday morning and was very largely attended, the Fire Department and Ancient Order of Hiberniaus, of which organizations he was an honored member, taking a prominent part. He was a member of the Catholic church and received burial in accordance with its rites, Father Quinn, of Fremont, preaching the funeral sermon at the St. John's Catholic church, by invitation of the Pastor, Father Ryan.
    Deceased was born in Kansale, County of Cork, Ireland in the year 1844, and was consequently 38 years old at the time of his death.
    He came to this country when a mere boy, and at the time the late civil war broke out was apprenticed as sail maker in the city of New York. He severed the bonds binding him to his master, and joined the U.S. navy, served faithfully during the war, holding at different times positions of trust, showing confidence by his superiors in his integrity and ability and receiving an honorable discharge.
    He came to Nebraska in the year of '71, shortly after locating in business in Columbus, where he has since resided, making for himself and family a nice, comfortable home, and acquiring many warm friends. Being a man of generous impulses, large-hearted and liberal in all charitable and public matters, he was generally respected and liked as a citizen and man.
    This is one more reminder to the living that life is uncertain and that its termination may come at any moment; that all our human ties, however strong they may be, must be unlossed, and we go, whence there is no return. It also admonishes us to so live that we may be prepared for any change which may take place.
The Columbus Journal, May 24, 1882
MARRIED
GEROME-CURTIS--A marriage in Bellwood the other day--Mr. Frank Gerome, to Miss Eda Curtis.
DIED
HOFFMAN--Mr. Hoffman's oldest child was buried to-day. Died from malignant diphtheria; the baby of the family has the same disease. The funeral was largely attended. [Creston.]
The Columbus Democrat, May 27, 1882
MARRIED
ERNST-OGREN--On May 25th, '82. By the Rev. R.B. Wilson, Jacob A. Ernst to Miss. Emma Ogren, all of Platte county.
The Columbus Journal, May 31, 1882
MARRIED
HUDSON-BARRINGER--May 28, by Elder H.J. Hudson, Charles S. Hudson and Miss Louisa Barringer.
ERNST-OGRON--May 25th, by Rev. R.B. Wilson, Mr. J.A. Ernst and Miss Emma Ogren, all of this city.
DIED
SIMARD--Frank Simard (incarcerated in the Butler county jail for an offensive crime), committed suicide on the night of the 21st. The deed was done with a linen string taken from his clothing, tied about his neck, and fastened to the bed post. The circumstances showed an unusually strong determination to accomplish his object.
WISE--Mrs. Susan Wise, mother to Jno. Wise, Esq., of this county, died at her residence near Canton, Fulton county, Ill., May 27th, aged 77 years.
The Columbus Democrat, June 3, 1882
MARRIED
RUDAT-JACKSTRIT--May 29th, by Rev. Hullhorst, Mr. Julius Rudat to Miss Minnie Jackstrit, the latter of Omaha.
HUDSON-BARRINGER--On May 28th, by Elder H.J. Hudson, Chas. S. Hudson, and Miss Louisa Barringer.
JAMES-CRISP--June 1st 1882, at the residence of the Rev. Franklin Pierce, in Columbus, Mr. Joseph H. James, Silver Creek Merrick County, and Miss. Alice F. Crisp of Polk county, Nebraska.
The Columbus Journal, June 7, 1882
MARRIED
RUDAT-JACKSTEIT--May 29th, by Rev. C.G.A. Hullhorst, Mr. Julius Rudat and Miss Minnie Jacksteit, the latter of Omaha.
DIED
SPOONER--June 3d, Wilford A., son of George and Mary Spooner, aged two years.
GRANT--Tuesday, May 30th, at 7 p.m., after eight days illness, Mary, wife of William Grant, aged 70 years.
    Her remains were followed to their last resting place on Thursday last by a large number of friends and acquaintances. The impressive service of the Catholic church was conducted by Rev. Father Flood at his church at Gleason's, and the wife and mother was laid to rest under the gentle June sky, and with the prayers of her faithful friends.
The Columbus Democrat, June 10, 1882
BIRTHS
THURSTON--Born, To Mr. and Mrs. M.D. Thurston, a son, Wednesday morning.
The Columbus Journal, June 14, 1882
MARRIED
PETERSON-CARLSTRON--June 5th, 1882, by Judge J.G. Higgins, Mr. Bunde Peterson and Miss Annie Carlstron, all of Platte county.
BOETTCHER-WENZEL--June 8th, 1882, by Judge J.G. Higgins, Mr. Christian Boettcher and Mrs. Amalia Wenzel, both of Platte county.
DIED
REED--David Anderson has received of our old townsman, J.A. Baker of Golden City, Col., a paper which contains a lengthy account of the sudden death and burial of his old time friend, Capt. P.S. Reed. Mr. Reed was a veteran of the Mexican war and captain of company A of the Nebraska First, during the late war. Himself and family once resided in Columbus, and were well known by most of our settlers. Under his supervision the C.C.R.R. and the narrow guage R'y into Georgetown and Idaho Springs were constructed. He has been road master of those two lines for the past six years, and died at his post, on the rail, suddenly, of heart disease, Sunday, June 11th.
The Columbus Democrat, June 17, 1882
MARRIED
PETERSON-CARLSTROM--On June 5th, by Hon. J.G. Higgins, Bunde Peterson to Miss Annie Carlstrom, all of Platte county.
BOETTCHER-WENZEL--On June 8th by same, Christian Boettcher to Miss Amalie Wanzel, both of Platte county.
YARNELL-DUCK--An elegant wedding occurred last Tuesday evening at the residence of Mr. George Duck on west Hill street. It was the marriage of his daughter, Miss Millie Duck to Mr. Wm. Yarnell of Columbus, Nebraska. The Plain Dealer most heartily congratulates all parties.
    The above we clip from the Wabash Plain Dealer, and the Democrat joins Mr. Yarnell's many friends in this city in wishing him a bon voyage over life's broad ocean.
The Columbus Journal, June 21, 1882
BIRTHS
PRICE--On June 14th, to Mrs. V.T. Price, a daughter.
BECHER--On the 18th inst., to Mrs. Gus. G. Becher, a son.
CLARK--To Mrs. A.W. Clark, June 3d, a daughter.
SALMON--To Mrs. James Salmon, June 15th, a daughter.
MARRIED
JENNY-BAUMGARTNER--June 15, by Rev. C.G.A. Hullhorst, John Jenny and Miss Euphemia Baumgartner, all of Platte county.
DAVIS-WILLIAMS--June 10th, by Rev. Wilson, Mr. Evan Davis and Mrs. Ann Williams, all of Platte county.
DIED
HENNESSEY--Miss Julia Hennessey, sister-in-law of Patrick Murray, died Wednesday of last week, and her funeral took place Thursday.
The Columbus Democrat, June 24, 1882
BIRTHS
BECHER--Born, On Sunday, June 18th, to Mr. and Mrs. G.G. Becher--a son.
MARRIED
JENNY-BAUMGARTNER--On the 15th of June, 1882, Mr. John Jenny and Miss Euphemia Baumgartner, all of Platte county, by C.G.A. Hullhorst.
The Columbus Journal, June 28, 1882
MARRIED
HARRIS-MASON--On June 20th, at Lincoln, Miss Jessie Mason, daughter of Judge Mason, was married to Frederick Harris, banker, of Ord, Neb. The groom is a brother of Geo. B. Harris, of the C., B.& Q. railway. It was a fashionable event and there ______.
DIED
HALLEN--Saturday morning, June 17, '82 of an affection of the lungs, after a protracted illness, Miss Mary Hallen, aged 28 years.
    The deceased was a sister of M.H. Hallen of this place. She came west for the benefit of her health, which instead of improving, failed rapidly. Until death relieved her sufferings. M.H. Hallen's family has the sympathy of many friends in the hour of their bereavement. [Duncan, Neb., June 24, '82.]

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