Platte Co., NE - 1883 BMD (Jan-June)

Platte Co., NE - 1883 BMD (Jan-June) NEGenWeb Project PLATTE COUNTY, NEBRASKA
BIRTHS, MARRIAGES and DEATH NOTICES
RECORDED IN COLUMBUS NEWSPAPERS
1883 (January - June)

The Columbus Journal, January 3, 1883
BIRTHS
HENGLER--We are a little late in this--born, Dec. 10th, to Mrs. Hengler, a son, weight 12 pounds. We must preserve the local record.
MARRIED
ANSON-FELT--December 21st, at the residence of Mr. Frank Anson, Creston, Neb., by Rev. W.F. Grundy, John Anson and Miss Mary Felt.
COOKINGHAM-SOUTH--Jan. 1st, '83, at Columbus, by Rev. R.B. Wilson, Freeman M. Cookingham and Miss Eugenie South, of Humphrey.
CALVERT-VAN DEUSEN--At South Bend, Inc., Dec. 27th, by Rev. Evans, Mr. T.W. Calvert, formerly of this city and Miss Ida M. Van Deusen.
GATWARD-GIBSON--At the residence of the bride's mother in Greeley county, Dec. 24th, '82, by I. Hunt, W.H. Gatward of this city and MIss C.B. Gibson of Greeley county.
DIED
BEEBE--At the residence of Mr. Simmons in this city, Dec. 27th, 1882, Mrs. Abby Beebe, aged 82 years.
BAIRD--Dec. 15th, near Maquon, Knox county, Ill., Joseph Baird, aged 80 years and three months.
    The deceased was born in Beaver county, Penn., but has lived in the west over forty years. He leaves a family of six children who do not mourn him as dead, only gone before, risen to the higher and more perfect life that awaits us all.
The Columbus Journal, January 10, 1883
BIRTHS
SCHRAM--To Mrs. John Schram, at Seattle, W.T., Dec. '82, a daughter which the parents have christened Ruth.
DIED
CREW--A terrible accident happened last week at Madison. The seven-year-old son of Samuel Tyrrell, visiting in town, went to the house of John Crew, Sr., and while there in company with a little boy of Crew's took up a Winchester repeating rifle, and while handling it was discharged, lodging the contents in the head of the Crew boy, blowing scalp, brains and skull in all directions.
JOSSELYN--Kitty May, wife of B.S. Josselyn, died, of consumption, at Council Bluffs, Jan. 2d, at the residence of Mrs. S.A. Josselyn; she was 27 years old.
McNAMARA--Patrick McNamara, a young man residing on Stearns Prairie, and who was badly injured by the kick of a horse seven years ago, died Dec. 31st and was buried Jan. 2d.
The Columbus Journal, January 17, 1883
BIRTHS
BRUEN--On New Year's day, to Mrs. D.L. Bruen, a daughter, weight 10 1/2 pounds. The Journal makes it a rule to record all these arrivals whenever we can get word of them, and very gladly welcomes all little newcomers. We expect to hear from this special youngster in the after years, and that she will be particularly well informed on the railroad question.
MARRIED
MACKEN-PERKINSON--January 9, 1883, by Rev. Father Flood, at the residence of the bride's father, in Platte Center, Mr. John Macken to Miss Lou Perkinson. All of Platte Center.
DIED
EDWARDS--Mr. Edwards, father-in-law of our excellent neighbor Hugh Edwards, had just left here [Postville] for Minnesota, after making a visit to his children here, when they received a dispatch that he was dead. Mr. Edwards has gone to attend his funeral.
SCHARER--The wife of Mr. Mark Scharer of this city was buried on Monday last, having died in child birth, which occurred on Thursday last. The appearance of the body after life had apparently departed was so uncommon as to create a doubt in the minds of friends as to whether the woman was really dead or only in a trance, and the body was kept until unmistakable signs of decomposition had made their appearance.
PEARSON--An esteemed lady of this place, wife of G.W. Pearson, took the train for David City on Wednesday morning, on a visit to her daughter residing in David City. After leaving the train to walk to her destination, she dropped dead on the sidewalk. Cause of death supposed to be heart disease. Mrs. Pearson was much respected as a neighbor and true friend, a devoted wife and mother, and the husband and children have the heartfelt simpathy [sic] of the entire community in their sudden and severe bereavement. [Rising City, Neb., Jan. 12, '83.]
The Columbus Democrat, January 20, 1883
BIRTHS
POTTS--Born, to Mrs. T.A. Potts, of this city, on Monday morning, a son. The happy father celebrated the event on Tuesday, and, of course, we smoked.
MARRIED
MESSING-WHITTAKER--On Jan. 10, 1883, by Judge J.G. Higgins, Anthony Messing, to Caroline Whittaker, all of this county.
DRAKE-WHITTAKER--Same date by Judge J.G. Higgins, George W. Drake, to Bettie Whittaker, all of this county.
ROTHEREM-CONNELLY--Edward Rotherem and Miss Sarah J. COnnelly were married Wednesday last. Supper was served during the evening to the large number of guests assembled, and after supper the young folks danced until near morning. The house with step and music range. [St. Bernard.]
DIED
SCHERRER--On Monday, January, 8th, the wife of Marcus Scherrer.
HEITKEMPER--On Thursday, January 11, the infant daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Jno. Heitkemper.
The Columbus Journal, January 24, 1883
MARRIED
MILLER-CARLEIN--Jan. 18th, 1883, at the German Church at Bismark, C.R. Miller and Miss Susan Carlein.
    Twenty-five couple were present, the wedding taking place at 12 m. Dinner was served at the residence of the bridegroom, also supper at 8, and lunch at 12 p.m. The company dispersed at daylight in the morning.
DIED
The death of three persons in one house in Butler Co., recently, which caused such excitement in the neighborhood, has not yet been fully explained; investigation is still going on. The Ulysses Dispatch, from which we quote, says it has good reason to believe that but little light will be shed upon the true facts in the case. "It seems that just before retiring for the night the husband and wife drank freely of hoarhound tea for a cold. But the son did not drink of the tea, but taking the brass spoon from the cup containing the tea, he ate three spoonfuls of sugar. Soon after all three were in the throes of death. This would lead one to suppose that the poison (which was strychnine) had been placed in the sugar. The general opinion, however, is that the poison was put in the tea and that enough adhered to the brass spoon, with which the young man ate sugar, to prove fatal. The son, it is said, upon being taken down, called lustily for mustard and vinegar, which is a strong antidote for poison. This, if true, is a pointer. How did he know so quickly that it was poison he had taken? It is a sad case, and every means is being brought to ferret out the mystery. The stomachs have been sent to a Lincoln chemist for analysis. The funeral occurred on last Wednesday and was largely attended. The sad sight of three coffins, one after another, on their way to the cemetery was a scene seldom witnessed, and one that will not quickly be erased from the memories of our people.
GERRARD--Mrs. Ann Gerrard of Butler county, departed this life on Wednesday last, the 17th inst., of old age, having reached the advanced period of 86 years. The corpse was embalmed and encased in a metallic casket by undertaker J.E. Munger, and on Thursday forwarded to Fort Wayne, Ind., for interment, accompanied by Mr. H.T. Gerrard, son of the deceased.
The Columbus Democrat, January 27, 1883
BIRTHS
YOUNG--Born, to Mr. and Mrs. Clark Young, on the 12 inst. a son. Father, Mother and boy are doing well.
HEITKEMPER--Born, to Mr. and Mrs. Anton Heitkemper, on the morning of Jan. 24, two boys. A pair, God bless them.
MARRIED
HALM-JOHNSON--At the residence of the brides parents, in Kearney, Neb., by the Rev. Cressman, E.C. Halm, of Albion, to Miss Jennie Johnson, of Kearney. Mr. Halm is a brother of Ed and Henry Hockenberger.
The Columbus Journal, January 31, 1883
DIED
EYMAN--John Eyman, formerly of Lost Creek, this county, died at the residence of his brother Jerome Eyman, at Harristown, Ill., Tuesday, Jan. 23d, '83. Mr. Eyman, being in ill health, went back to his old home for improvement, but death found him there, and removed him to his long home.
The Columbus Journal, February 7, 1883
MARRIED
MOREFIELD-OLSON--At the residence of R.H. Henry in Columbus, Jan. 30th, 1883, by Rev. R.B. Wilson, Mr. Albert R. Morefield of Chicago to Miss Myrto E. Olson, of Fullerton, Neb.
The Columbus Journal, February 14, 1883
DIED
NORTH--February 9th, Mary, wife of Hon. Frank North of this city, in the 38th year of her age.
    The deceased was born in 1845, at Bristol, Conn., and came to Nebraska with the family of her uncle, S.C. Smith, Esq., in the spring of 1865. On Christmas day of that year at the Cleveland House in this city, she was married to Major North, and they have lived happily together. For thirteen years past Mrs. North was an invalid, but through all, cheerful and patient.
    She was preparing to go to Lincoln Thursday morning when she was suddenly stricken down, and remained almost entirely unconscious until her death. Her husband was immediately notified of her serious illness, and was present with her when her gentle spirit took its departure. The funeral, which was very largely attended, took place Sunday from the Episcopal church, Rev. Goodale preaching the sermon.
    Mrs. North was of a very amiable disposition, and all her acquaintances were her friends.
    With her sorrowing husband and daughter Stella, she leaves a host of personal friends who will sincerely mourn her departure.
SULLIVAN--Timothy Sullivan, son of Dennis Sullivan, aged about 20, living on Shell Creek, this county, about eight miles northwest of Columbus met with a horrible death last Friday. He had been over to Platte Center and had taken with him his double-barrelled shot gun. On his return home he went to hang up his gun and stepping upon a chair to reach up to the straps where it usually hung struck the hammers on the edge of the chair discharging both barrels, tearing away all the front part of his head, scattering his brains over the room and on the ceiling, killing him instantly. This is another terrible warning to persons who handle fire arms.
MALONE and CARNEY--Two dispatches were received here during the storm of Friday, one announcing the death of Mrs. Malone of Cheyenne and daughter of P.J. Maughan of Shell Creek, the other reports the death of Miss Carney of Chicago, sister of Mrs. M. Kuhne of this place.
EDWARDS--[Postville Items.] Mr. Editor:--Your correspondent reporting the death of old Mr. Edward after coming from a visit here home to Minnesota did not tell you the whole truth. The poor old man was cruelly murdered in sight of his son's house for $1.10 which the murderer found upon him and took, some $16 or $17 being in his inside pocket and left untouched.
The Columbus Democrat, February 17, 1883
MARRIED
GRAGERT-EISENHAUER--In Columbus, Feb. 7th, 1883, by Rev. C.G.A. Hullhorst. Mr. Wm. F. Gragert to Miss Barbara Eisenhauer, both of Platte county.
DIED
NORTH--Again we are called upon to chronicle the death of another of our devoted wives and loving mothers. This time death has chosen as its mark Mrs. North, wife of Major Frank North. Mrs. North retired, Wednesday night, in her usual health, which, however, has not been good for some thirteen years past, with the expectation of joining her husband in Lincoln on the following day. But early Thursday morning she was taken so seriously ill that Mr. North was telegraphed to come on immediately, which he did and was at his wife's bedside at the final dissolution on Friday.
    Mrs. North was born in Bristol, Conn., in the year 1845 and came to this state in 1865 with the family of her uncle, Samuel C. Smith. She was united in marriage with Major North on Christmas day of the same year.
    The funeral took place on Sunday from the Episcopal church, Rev. Goodale preaching the sermon, a large concourse of sorrowing relatives and friends followed her body to its last resting place, in the cemetery east of town.
    Mrs. North, notwithstanding the fact of her having been an invalid so many years, was a lady of sweet disposition and great kindness of heart and her many friends join the bereaved husband and daughter in sincere mourning for her untimely demise.
The Columbus Journal, February 21, 1883
MARRIED
GRAGERT-EISENHAUER--Columbus, Feb. 7th, by Rev. C.G.A. Hullhorst, Wm. F. Gragert and Miss Barbara Eisenhauer, both of Loup precinct, Platte Co.
DIED
SMITH--Thursday morning, 4:30, Feb. 15th, Martha, wife of James R. Smith of Monroe, after an illness of ten days.
    The deceased was born in Cavan Co., north of Ireland, Feb. 17th, 1821, and would have been 62 years old if she had lived till Saturday last.
    She came to this country with her husband, in 1856, braving the perils of a voyage at sea, and was in a ship-wreck near the American coast. After a residence of four years in New York Mr. and Mrs. Smith removed to Illinois, where they residec 20 years, coming to Nebraska three years ago, nearly.
    She leaves a family of eight children, six in Nebraska, two in ILlinois, and her husband, to mourn the departure of a most loving and kind wife, a good and indulgent mother, always anxious for the spiritual welfare of her family, and those dear to her. She was baptized and confirmed, and died in the full communion of the Holy Catholic Church, and she was permitted to see her eight children baptized and confirmed in the same church. "May she rest in peace."
    Owing to the severe storm, the remains were convyed to this city on the cars, and the funeral took place from Grace Episcopal Church, Rev. Goodale officiating.
ARCHER--On Saturday morning of last week, February 10, 1883, Mrs. Mary Archer, wife of Mr. B.B. Archer, departed this life, at her home in this city, aged 67 years. A year or two ago Father and Mother Archer, who have resided in Seward county 14 years, left their farm near Staplehurst, bought property in Seward and came here to spend their days in quietude. The funeral services were conducted in the Baptist church by Rev. John Barr, and were largely attended. A large circle of friends deeply sympathise with Father Archer and the family in their bereavement.--Seward Blade.
The Columbus Democrat, February 24, 1883
BIRTHS
BECKER--Born, to Mr. J.P. Becker on the 15th inst., a son.
DIED
McCARVILLE--Mrs. Hugh McCarville, of child birth, at her home in St. Bernard, on Saturday, Feb. 12th.
SMITH--On Thursday morning the 15th inst., Martha wife of James R. Smith, of Monroe, aged 62 years.
MALOON--At the residence of her brother-in-law, J.C. Smith, Buford, W.T., Friday Feb. 2, 1883, of pneumonia, Mrs. Annie Maloon, wife of Daniel H. Maloon, (deceased) and eldest daughter of John Maughan, of this county.
    All that loving care and kindness could do was done to alleviate the pain of the sufferer and to prolong her life, but all in vain. Yet even the grim destroyer was hary [sic?] of who he set his seal upon a woman who had spent her life in good works, for rapidly and gently she yielded to his embrace. Her remains were accompanied by Mr. and Mrs. J.C. Smith to her home on Shell Creek and were interred at the new Catholic Cemetery, Tuesday Feb. 6, 1883. May her soul rest in peace.
    [...and...]
The remains of Mrs. James R. Smith were brought to this city on the cars last Saturday, and the funeral service took place at Grace Episcopal church. Rev. Samuel Goodale officiating.
The Columbus Journal, February 28, 1883
MARRIED
CASPERS-TADDIKEN--At Columbus, Feb. 23d, by Rev. C.G.A. Hullhorst, Jacob Caspers and Miss Augusta Taddiken, both of Butler county.
DIED
JOHNSON--Saturday morning, of typhoid fever, after an illness of two weeks, Andrew, son of Ellis and Johanna Johnson, aged 11 years.
The Columbus Democrat, March 3, 1883
MARRIED
CASPERS-FADDIKEN--At Columbus, Feb. 15th, by C.G.A. Hullhorst, Mr. Jacob Caspers and Miss Augusta Faddiken, both of Butler county.
DIED
JOHNSON--Saturday morning, of typhoid fever, after an illness of two weeks, Andrew, son of Ellis and Johanna Johnson, aged 11 years.
The Columbus Journal, March 7, 1883
MARRIED
TRAIL-VINCENT--At the residence of the bride's parents March 4th, by Rev. H.N. Gates of David City, Albert R. Trail and Miss Dellie C. Vincent, both of Butler county.
DIED
McARVEL--Mary Ann McArvel, wife of Hugh McArvel, of child-birth, Friday p.m. Feb. 16th. She was buried at the new Catholic church, Shell Creek, Sunday, Feb. 19th.
    Mr. McArvel has the sympathies of the entire neighborhood in his great affliction, for she was a kind wife and mother, a generous neighbor, and best of all, a devout Christian. "Peace to her ashes, and may the clods of the valley rest lightly upon her."
The Columbus Democrat, March 10, 1883
DIED
BROOKHOUSE--A son of Mr. Brookhouse died last week of diphtheria, a younger brother of the deceased died a few days before, and there are now two older ones sick with the same disease, but they are not dangerously ill. [Humphrey.]
The Columbus Journal, March 14, 1883
DIED
ARNOLD--Our respected neighbor, William M. Arnold, Esq., who has for several terms served faithfully as justice of the peace--but has lately resigned--has been sorely afflicted. His youngest child got hold of some concentrated lye, ate some of it and put some in its eye. Dr. Armstrong was immediately called but could not do anything to save its life, and so only relieved its sufferings which ended in its death after 11 hours. The bereaved family has the heartfelt sympathy of all the neighborhood. [Postville Items.]
The Columbus Democrat, March 17, 1883
BIRTHS
MINER--To Mrs. David N. Miner, on Wednesday morning, the 14th, a daughter. Of course the printers all smoked in celebration of this event.
RAGATZ--to Mrs. Ragatz, on Tuesday morning, a daughter weighing 9 1/2 pounds.
WATKINS--to Mrs. J.W. Watkins, on Tuesday monring, a baby.
SCHUTTE--to Mrs. G. Schutte, on Friday night last, a son.
DIED
FRAAS--At Columbus, Ohio, March 15, 1883, Mrs. Hannah Frass [sic?], (nee Miss Hannah Bauer,) in the 47th year of her age.
PETERSON--On Friday morning last Louis Peterson, a farmer residing in Looking Glass precinct, was found dead in the road about a quarter of a mile from Lost Creek. He had been to Columbus, and was returning home with a load of lumber, his death was caused, it is supposed, by his falling from the wagon and breaking his neck when striking the ground. An inquest was held, and a verdict found in accordance with the above facts.
The Columbus Journal, March 21, 1883
MARRIED
MEIER-BOBERMANN--At Columbus, March 14, by Rev. Hullhorst, Mr. Peter Meier of Polk county, and Miss Mary Bokermann of Columbus.
DIED
O'HERNE--Oct. 30th, 1882, Mary Louise, daughter of M. and Kate O'Herne, aged 6 yrs. 5 mos., 16 days.
FRAAS--At Columbus, Ohio, March 15th, 1883, Mrs. Hannah Frass (nee Miss Hannah Bauer) in the 46th year of her age.
    She was born in Germany, August 26th, 1837. Came to America in 1839, locating with her parents in Delaware, Ohio. About 20 years ago she came to Columbus, Neb., to join her sisters, Mrs. Rickly and Mrs. Baker, (Wells) where she remained until 1874, when she returned to Columbus, Ohio, where she was married in the fall of the same year and lived until her death. She leaves a husband and three small children. Many of the early settlers will ever remember her acts of kindness in the hours of sickness and trouble. Peace to her memory.
PETERSON--Louis Peterson was found dead in the public road near Lost Creek Friday week. He was returning home from Columbus, and it is supposed that he fell from his wagon, breaking his neck when he struck the ground.
The Columbus Democrat, March 24, 1883
MARRIED
MEIER-BOKERMANN--At Columbus, March 14th, by Rev. C.G.A. Hullhorst, Mr. Peter Meier, of Polk county, and Miss Mary Bokermann, of Columbus.
The Columbus Journal, March 28, 1883
BIRTHS
ERNST--March 18th, to Mrs. E.J. Ernst, a son.
ERNST--March 20th, to Mrs. J. Ernst, jr., a daughter.
MARRIED
BUNKER-ALEXANDER--March 23d, by rev. J.A. Hood, at Schuyler, Mr. Milo W. Bunker and Miss Maria C. Alexander, both of Lost Creek, Platte Co.
GUILES-ABRAHAMSON--At Albion, March 21, by Joseph Hamilton, Co. Judge, Oliver H. Guiles and Miss Annie M. Abrahamson, both of St. Edwards, Neb.
The Columbus Democrat, March 31, 1883
MARRIED
ROEN-GEORGE--Nature assumed a robe of pure, crystal white on Thursday morning, as if to show her approval of the union of Mr. O.T. Roen, the young and popular Cashier of the first National Bank, and Miss Marian George, daughter of F. George, Sr., of Clarks, and sister of Mrs. G.W. Hulst and Mrs. D.T. Martyn, of our city. The marriage ceremony was performed in the parlors of the residence of Mr. G.W. Hulst, by Rev. Samuel Goodale, according to the beautiful and impressive form prescribed by the Episcopal church, at a few minutes after 9 o'clock. The scene was a very brilliant one, beautiful flowers were lavishly arranged about the parlors, and under the soft glow of lamp light were assembled many fair ladies and brave men.
    The froom was attired in a fashionable morning suit, and the bride in a handsome travelling dress, color dregs of wine, matching which were bonnet, wrap and glove.
    After the ceremony were congratulations, an elegant repast, and an inspection of the bride's presents which were exceedingly handsome, rich and numerous.
    The newly married couple took the 11 o'clock train for an extended tour through the eastern cities, to last about three weeks, after which they will return to Columbus and settle down in domestic bliss beside their own fireside.
DIED
BELLARD--The son of Mr. B. Bellard died last week, aged about seventeen years. Diphtheria is the supposed cause of death. [St. Bernard.]
The Columbus Journal, April 4, 1883
BIRTHS
MOTTER--We learn that W.H. Motter, elsewhere spoken of, was arrested at Lost Creek and is now in the custody of the Sheriff of Nance Co, also that his wife, who recently gave birth to twins, is very sick at Omaha.
MARRIED
ROEN-GEORGE--At the residence of G.W. Hulst, by Rev. S. Goodale, March 29th, '83, O.T. Roen and Miss Marion George.
UMSTEAD-LAMB--J. H. Umstead and Miss Mary Lamb were married by Father Flood, at the residence of the bride's father at Fullerton, March 27. We notice by the Journal that Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Lamb are among the number who gave valuable presents to the married couple.
LARSON-PETERSON--At Columbus on Tuesday March 13th, 1883, Olof Larson and Hannah Peterson were united in matrimony by Hon. John G. Higgins, County Judge of Platte county. And right well can we imagine the graceful manner in which the ceremony was performed, especially the closing scene, when then the bold and dauntless Judge clandestinely snatches the first kiss from the happy bride. We have seen him do it. Olof says the license, the ceremony and the certificate were all free, with cigars thrown in for the happy groom. Look out friend Higgins, on those terms, you will have a rush of custom.--Genoa Leader.
The Columbus Democrat, April 7, 1883
DIED
BELLAD--My neighbor, Peter Bellad, lost one of his sons about a week ago. He was a young man of promise and well liked in his neighborhood. Diphtheria was the fell destroyer. I recently heard that the older brother of the deceased was troubled with the same complaint. There has been, during this spell of cold, damp weather, quite a number complaining of croup and colds. [Lindsay.]
The Columbus Journal, April 11, 1883
MARRIED
AUSTIN-EARLY--Thursday, April 5th, James A. Austin and Miss Emma A. Early.
DIED
BENNETT--Thursday, April 5th, of dropsy, following after scarlet fever, Nellie M., oldest daughter of D.V. and M.H. Bennett, aged 13 years.
LINDSLEY--At the residence of David Sixberry, Polk Co., Neb., of inflammation of the lungs, Mr. A.W. Lindsley, in the 68th year of his age.
    The deceased was born in Livingston Co., N.Y., and leaves three children, residents of that state. He had been a resident of Nebraska for some years, was a man of integrity, and very highly respected by his acquaintances.
HEDDEN--David Hedden, a cattle dealer of Seward county, on his way to Chicago, met his death at Mt. Pleasant, Ia. He was standing on top of a freight car when another car was bumped against it, and the shock caused him to fall between the cars, when he was run over.
The Columbus Journal, April 18, 1883
MARRIED
McALLISTER-STEINBECK--In this city by Rev. J.W. Little, on the 16th inst., Julius S. McAllister, M.D., of Columbus, Nebraska, and Miss Amy G. Steinbeck, of Genoa, Nebraska.
TIERNAY-GALBRAITH; HOGAN-SLOAN--Rev. Father Flood, on the 8th of April, solemnized the marriages of James Tiernay and Caroline Galbraith, also of Stephen Hogan and Mary Sloan of Boone county.
DIED
ASHER--Charles Asher, son-in-law of Joseph Gardner, who lived four miles east of Silver Creek, while burning some old grass on one of his fields, Monday, fell down near the fire. Geo. Jones, who was working near by, saw him fall, and as soon as he could tie his team, and get to Mr. Asher, did so, but found him dead; his pants legs were afire, and while the boy dragged the man along to get him out of the fire, the stubble caught fire after him, making matters worse; the boy then tried to whip out the fire with a sack, but notwithstanding his greatest efforts all the clothing of the man, except a piece of the shirt collar and boots, was burned off him, and his body fearfully scorched. The boy's hands were badly blistered.
    Mr. Asher had for the last three years been subject to fainting spells caused by heart disease, and had, on Monday forenoon, been prostrated by one of these. Whether he had been suddenly struck down by the disease, or whether the inhalation of flame had killed him is not known, probably the former.
    Mr. Asher was 50 years old, and leaves a wife and four children, besides four step-children to mourn his departure.
The Columbus Democrat, April 21, 1883
MARRIED
McALLISTER-HEINBECK [sic?]--At Columbus, April 16th, by Rev. J.W. Little, Julius S. McAllister, of this city to Miss Amy G. Steinbeck of Genoa, Nebraska.
DIED
ZIEMBA--On Tuesday, a Polander named Christ Ziemba, who has been living on a corner of G.G. Bowman's farm, committed suicide by hanging himself. No direct cause for the deed is known, but parties who knew him say that his mind was very weak, and that he evidently was crazy.
The Columbus Journal, April 23, 1883
DIED
DAYTON--Mrs. Dayton, living near Valpraiso, was burned to death at her home Sunday week. A prairie fire surrounded the house so that no help could reach her, neither could she escape.
GAMBA--On Tuesday of last week a Polander by the name of Chris. Gamba, who was a renter of a few acres of land and a small house on G.G. Bowman's farm east of the city, committed suicide by hanging himself with a rope. A child had been born to one of the neighbors, and, as is customary among the Polanders, there was great rejoicing, the joy in the case of the now deceased Gamba, taking the direction of distilled "happiness." He became crazed with liquor, and, in the absence of his wife at Richland a few hours, he committed the deed that carried his spirit hence. She found him hanging dead, and cut the rope. No other cause than the above is known for the man's craziness, which was evidenced in various ways before he hanged himself.
The Columbus Democrat, April 28, 1883
DIED
??--The grand-child whom T.A. Saunders went to Schuyler to see, last week, died on Thursday and was buried the following day.
The Columbus Journal, May 2, 1883
DIED
KELLER--Wm. Keller, trainer and driver of trotting horses, died at the Sisters' Hospital Sunday last of consumption. He had handled some of the best trotters in the State, among them being "Boston Dave," "Tib," "Gray Dan," "Wahoo Chief," and other good ones. He was his own worst enemy.
The Columbus Journal, May 9, 1883
MARRIED
BITTNER-FICKLE--April 21st, by Rev. C.G.A. Hullhorst, Max E. Bittner and Miss Anna M. Fickel, both of Polk county.
DIED
DELSMAN--Sunday, May 6th, at 3 p.m., of scarlet fever, Freddie, son of J.B. and Clara Delsman, aged 4 years and 4 months.
BURGESS--We are pained to announce the sudden death of Master Frankie Burgess, son of Mr. and Mrs. Frank P. Burgess, which occurred Saturday morning at 6 o'clock. The funeral services occurred at 2 o'clock Sunday afternoon from the residence. Frankie was a general favorite throughout the city, and his pleasant and happy voice will be sadly missed by many. His untimely taking off is attributed to scarlet fever.--Golden, Colorado, Transcript.
The Columbus Democrat, May 12, 1883
MARRIED
BITTNER-FICKLE--April 21, by Rev. C.G.A. Hullhorst, at Columbus, Mr. Max E. Bittner and Miss Anna M. Fickle, both of Polk Co., Neb.
DIED
DELSMAN--Sunday, May 6th at 3 P.M. of scarlet fever, Freddie son of J.B. and Clara Delsman aged 4 years and 4 months.
The Columbus Journal, May 16, 1883
BIRTHS
WILLIAMS--To Mrs. Emma Williams, May 14th, a son. Grandfather Huber is about as well pleased as any of them.
DIED
LOCKE--Mrs. Mary Locke, aged 73 years, died May 2d, at her residence in Hackberry precinct, Polk county.
The Columbus Journal, May 23, 1883
DIED
BRIGHAM--A Mrs. Brigham, living on the Niobrara river, murdered her youngest child, a girl two years old, on the night of the 15th, by cutting its throat with a butcher knife. She also cut a frightful gash across the nose of the next child, about four years old. About two years ago her husband left the county with his wife's sister. So says a special to the Omaha Herald. The conjecture here is whether the persons mentioned were former residents of this city.
LEWIS and RIVET--Our Shell Creek correspondent's letter comes too late for insertion in full. We quote the following paragraph: "Mr. Robt. Lewis lost one of his children, the smallest one, but not the least in the parents' affections. County Commissioner Rivet also lost his grown up son Patrick, a young man of some education, refinement, and much promise. Thus two of our good neighbors have been sorely afflicted. Every one sympathizes with them."
The Columbus Journal, May 30, 1883
BIRTHS
TIESKOTTER--With pleasure we relate that Mrs. Herman Tieskotter presented her husband with a girl baby. Mr. Tieskotter is delighted and says he received it about dinner time Friday; he talks of building an addition to his hotel. [Humphrey]
MARRIED
ANDREWS-BRONSON--At Albion, Wednesday, May 23d, 1883, by Rev. St. Claire, Mr. L.E. Andrews of Louisville, Colorado, and Miss Nellie Bronson of Albion, Neb.
    The happy couple took the train Friday evening for Denver where Mr. Andrews is post-master.
DIED
SUMMERS--The body of I.J. Summers, a carpenter of Kearney, was found in his yard Sunday morning, with a bullet hole through his head. Supposed to have been murdered for money.
The Columbus Democrat, June 2, 1883
DIED
BECKER--John P. Becker, eldest son of Mr. and Mrs. J.P. Becker, aged 2 years, died of diphtheric croup on Thursday evening at 7 o'clock. The funeral services will take place at the Presbyterian church on Sunday, June 3d, at 2 o'clock, P.M. Preceded by a short service at the residence of the bereaved parents.
The Columbus Journal, June 6, 1883
MARRIED
LEESLEY-SHANNON--At Plattsmouth, Nebr., J.E. Leesley and Miss Lou Shannon, both of Plattsmouth.
DIED
WATKINS--June 1st, of defective lungs, Wm. Walter, son of Morgan and Mary Watkins, aged 11 weeks.
BECKER--Thursday, 7 p.m., of diptheria, after a few days illness, John P., eldest son of Mr. and Mrs. J.P. Becker, aged 2 years. The funeral took place on Sunday.
OILT--Conrad Oilt the wagon maker referred to last week died May 29th and was buried the 30th. He left us in a great hurry, having gone to Columbus to attend court on Friday, came home and on the following Tuesday morning left for that borne whence no traveler returns, reminding our busy little town that life is as uncertain, as death is certain. [Humphrey]
The Columbus Democrat, June 9, 1883
MARRIED
TASKER-COOK--At Genoa, June 6th, by Rev. C.H. Crawford, Mr. John C. Tasker to Miss Etta M. Cook, both of Nance County, Nebraska.
The Columbus Journal, June 13, 1883
MARRIED
RUDAT-MARTZ--At Duncan, June 9th, by Rev. C.G.A. Hullhorst, Mr. Henry Rudat and Miss Emma Martz, all of Platte county.
TASKER-COOK--At Genoa, June 6th, 1883, by Rev. C.H. Crawford, John C. Tasker and Miss Etta M. Cook.
    The Journal sends its congratulations to the happy young couple, whose mutual affection for each other, united with good judgment will, with fortune's bright smiles, make life's journey pleasant and prosperous.
The Columbus Democrat, June 16, 1883
MARRIED
RUDAT-MARTZ--At Duncan, June 9th, by Rev. C.G.A. Hullhorst, Mr. Henry Rudat and Miss Emma Martz, both of Platte County.
The Columbus Journal, June 20, 1883
BIRTHS
THOMAS--Your Shell Creek correspondent in his last epistle forgot one very important item, viz: That Mrs. David Thomas a few weeks ago presented her husband with a strong and healthy boy. "Davy" looks about six inches taller since that happy event.
MARRIED
HAMMOCK-OLESON--At Waterloo, June 17th, J.H. Hammock of this city and Miss Pauline Oleson.
DIED
ROH--In the family of Vaclay Roh of Butler the diphtheria is raging; two members have died.
HENNESY--In Memoriam: Dedicated to the memory of Edward Joseph Hennesy, who departed this life June 4th, 1883, age, 3 years, 3 months and 14 days. ...
POULSON--Mary F., wife of Wesley Poulson, formerly of Cadiz, Ohio, died recently at Omaha, of consumption, at the age of 38.
The Columbus Journal, June 27, 1883
MARRIED
FROM-OGREN--At the residence of J.A. Ernst, June 20th, by Rev. R.B. Wilson, Mr. Christopher From and Miss Mary Ogren, all of this city.
    The happy couple were serenaded by the Cornet Band during the evening, in appreciation of which "Chris," came down handsomely.
OEHLRICH-CORNILS--At Grand Island, Friday, June 22d, Herman P.H. Oehlrich of this city and Miss Laura Cornils of Grand Island.
    Herman's many friends here will congratulate him upon this happy event, and the bride will be welcomed to Columbus homes and Columbus hearts.
The Columbus Democrat, June 30, 1883
MARRIED
FROM-OGREN--Mr. Christopher From and Miss Mary Ogren were married on the 20th inst., at the residence of J.A. Ernst. The Democrat adds its congratulations to those of the friends of the newly wedded pair.
PHILLIPS-HUDSON--Miss Lou. Hudson, daughter of Hon. H.J. Hudson, Postmaster of this city, was married to G.W. Phillips on Wednesday evening. The ceremony was performed by Rev. R.B. Wilson, pastor of the M.E. Church, and was witnessed by a large number of the friends of the bride and groom. An elegant repast was served and heartily enjoyed by all who were present. The bride was the recipient of a large number of very handsome presents.

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