Platte Co., NE - 1884 BMD (July-Dec)

Platte Co., NE - 1884 BMD (July-Dec) NEGenWeb Project PLATTE COUNTY, NEBRASKA
BIRTHS, MARRIAGES and DEATH NOTICES
RECORDED IN COLUMBUS NEWSPAPERS
1884 (July - December)

The Columbus Journal, July 2, 1884
MARRIED
BRUGGER-STENGER--By Rev. J.W. Little, at the bride's home, June 26th 1884, Mr. Melchior Brugger, and Miss Matilda Stenger, both of this city.
DIED
ROSE--At Danville, Wis., June 15th, of hemorrage of the lungs, Omar Rose, aged 73 years.
    Mr. Rose was a residence of Colfax county, Nebraska, for ten years, returning to Wisconsin about two years ago. Shortly after his return he was attacked with an old disease of the lungs, that hs made him an invlaid to the time of his death.--Norfolk News
The Columbus Democrat, July 5, 1884
BIRTHS
MACKEN--In this city July 3d to the wife of V.A. Macken, a daughter.
The Columbus Journal, July 9, 1884
BIRTHS
MACKEN--To Mrs. Vincent Macken, Thursday, July 3d, 1884, a daughter.
RASMUSSEN--To Mrs. Julius Rassmussen, July 4th, 1884, a daughter.
DIED
??--Last Thursday a little Polish boy, between 8 and 9 years old, whose parents live on the bottom, while in swimming in the Loupe got into the power of the strong current and was drowned. He was accompanied by a little boy about his own age, who of course, was unable to rescue his drowning companion. Such an undertaking would tax the power of a strong man and an expert swimmer. The body of the drowned boy was recovered. The fact that many boys of the city are in the habit of going in bathing in the Loupe has caused the Journal to call attention to the danger in it to the little fellows unattended by older persons; and even should they be so attended, an attempt to rescue a drowning boy may only result in a double tragedy, as was recently the case in a neighboring town on the Loupe when a father attempted to rescue a little son and both were drowned. At most times the Loupe is a turbid, treacherous stream that is neight fit nor safe for man or boy to swim in. Besides, there is plenty of clean, living water in the vicinity of the city. To the boys, especially, we say, keep away from the river.
MOSKEL--Mike Moskel, a Polish laborer, who has a wife living on the bottom in this city, and who has recently been working at Seward, was drowned at that place Saturday last while bathing in the Blue river. The body was recovered and buried at this place Monday last.
The Columbus Democrat, July 12, 1884
BIRTHS
HIGGINS--In this city July 7th to the wife [of] J.G. Higgins a daughter.
PRICE--In this city, July 10, to the wife of V.T. Price, a daughter.
MARRIED
SIMPSON-BELL--In this city Saturday June 5th by Justice Rickly Mr. A.M. Simpson and MIss. Maggie Bell, all of Seward.
DIED
McMAHON--In this city, Wednesday July 9th of diptheria, Maggie, daughter of J.C. McMahon, aged 17 years.
The Columbus Journal, July 16, 1884
BIRTHS
HIGGINS--July 7th, to Mrs. J.G. Higgins, a daughter.
MARRIED
SCUDDER-JACKSON--Thursday evening, July 10th, '84, at the residence of the bride's parents, by Rev. D.K. Pangborn, Miss Nellie, second daughter of Wm. C. Jackson, to John Scudder, jr., all of Creston, Neb.
    A very pleasant and social evening was spent by the relatives of the happy pair on "Jackson's Heights." A fine collation was served, and with music and pleasant converse the hours sped along until after midnight. They received many handsome and substantial presents, including a set of glassware, Majolica breakfast set, caster, cake basket, toilet set, hammock, wall ornaments and one which will be always highly prized, coming from Dr. and Mrs. John Scudder in India, consisting of a set of forks, three sizes of spoons, with salt, mustard and butter knife. They went to their home this morning with best wishes of all Creston, and thus another of the bachelor homes is to be brightened and cheered by God's last, best gift to man--a woman. Blessings to with them.
DIED
KLENTSCHI--July 15th, suddenly of cholera morbus, at the residence of A.C. Turner, Miss Rosetta Klentschi, aged 22 years.
McMAHON--In this city Wednesday, July 9th, 1884, of diphtheria, Margaret Elizabeth, daughter of J.C. and Mary McMahon, aged 17 years, 5 months and 16 days, after an illness of eight days.
    The deceased whose young life is thus untimely demanded by the fell destroyer, at an age when life is always the sweetest and life prospects the brightest, was known and beloved by a large number of friends in this city, having removed here with her parents from her birth place (New York City) while yet in her fifth year. Her modest, retiring disposition was a bright, particular jewel in her character and caused all who knew to respect her; but in the home circle, where she was the solace, comfort and help of an invalid mother, her virtues shone the brightest. She was buried on Friday, the funeral rites taking place at St. Francis Catholic church and the remains followed to the grave by a large number of sympathizing friends.
The Columbus Democrat, July 19, 1884
DIED
KLAENTSCHI--Died, at Columbus, July 15, 1884, Miss Rosetta Klaentschi, a native of Switzerland, aged 22 years.
LEACH--Died, at Madison, July 5th, of Congestive Chills, James Leach, aged 19 years.
    The deceased was a son of Rufus Leach, of this city, and was highly esteemed by all who knew him, for his true manly qualities.
The Columbus Journal, July 23, 1884
BIRTHS
EDWARDS--A note from Platte Center Monday contained the following:
    "On Friday, July 18th, 1884, Mary, wife of Fred'k Wm. Edwards, carpenter and builder of this little burg was presented with a daughter, weight 9 1/2 pounds. The 'old Doc.' officiated and of course the mother and child are doing well. [Omaha and London papers please copy.]"
MARRIED
LACEY-WHEELER--We are requested to publish the following as a matter of news: Married, June 14, '84, at Deep River, Ia., by W.J. Inman, J.P., H.W. Lacey, a brakeman on the Rock Island road, and Mrs. Mary A. Wheeler, who was here last May, and for a while was very ill at the Hospital.
The Columbus Democrat, July 26, 1884
BIRTHS
PARSONS; SOUTHERLAND--Born, in Schuyler, Saturday, July 19th, at the same hour to the wives of A.M. Parsons and Alex. Southerland, a boy each.
The Columbus Journal, July 30, 1884
BIRTHS
HOPPEN--Friday, July 25th, '84, to the wife of Paul Hoppen, a daughter.
MARRIED
SKUTT-DHALSTROM--In Columbus Nebraska, July 28th, 1884, at the residence of Theo. Friedhof, by Rev. J.Q.A. Fleharty, Mr. Frank Skutt, of Merrick county, Neb., to Miss Lena Dhalstrom, of Columbus, Platte county, Neb.
DIED
PHILLIPS--At Creston, this county, July 14th, '84, infant daughter of Hugh and Mary Phillips.
HARTLEY--At Creston, Platte county, July 16, '84, after a painful illness of 5 months' duration, Sarah, wife of Samuel Hartley.
WELCH--Friday morning, July 25th, 1884, of summer complaint, Frank Athel, son of Mr. and Mrs. S.B. Welch of this city, aged 2 years and 1 month.
SCHUETLE--Mr. Fred. Schuetle, who for a number of years has been a resident of Columbus and was well known as a faithful servitor wherever employed, died last Monday, at the Sister's Hospital to which he had been taken for proper care and attention having no relatives to look to for the attention he needed in the last stages of that terrible destroyer of human life, consumption. The deceased was well along in years and had served fifteen years in the army, 4 years during the rebellion and the remainder of the time on the western plains as a regular. He was in indigent circumstances, owing to his sickness, and it speaks well for the large heartedness of those citizens who saw that the remains were given appropriate burial.
The Columbus Democrat, August 2, 1884
BIRTHS
HOPPEN--In this city, July 25th, to the wife of Paul Hoppen, a girl.
MESSING--In this City, July 30th, to the wife of John Messing, twin girls.
GIER--In this city, to the wife of Lambert Gier, a girl, July 14.
DIED
SCHULTE--Fred Schulte, who died at St. Marys Hospital, in this city, on Monday last, while not possessed of broad acres and well-filled coffers, was still rich in generous sympathies and manly impulses towards his fellow men; who felt more glorified in being wronged than in doing wrong; upon whose open dial of life was ever visible that native hue of honesty and frankness, that challenged respect from the learned and unlearned the high and low alike. When the mad demon of war lifted its hand in rebellion against the Union, Fred was among the first to enlist in its defense. As a soldier, no privation however great, evoked from him a murmer, do duty imposed found him unwilling to perform.
BAKER--Our community at large sympathize with Mr. and Mrs. O.L. Baker in the loss of their infant child.
The Columbus Journal, August 6, 1884
BIRTHS
BLOEDORN--Monday, July 28, '84, to Mrs. Wm. Bloedorn, a daughter.
GLEASON--Wednesday, July 30, '84, to Mrs. Stephen Gleason, a son.
DIED
EGGLESTON--At Creston, after nearly a year of painful illness, Flora, wife of J.E. Eggleston, aged 29 years.
BAKER--Thursday, August 31st [sic], '84, of cholera infantum, Allie, infant daughter of O.L. and Laura Baker, aged 11 months.
GORES--Mr. Frank Gores's family have been considerably afflicted by diphtheria, one child having died Sunday week; another has recovered from a severe attack and a third is afflicted.
The Columbus Democrat, August 9, 1884
MARRIED
KUTT-DHALSTROM--In Columbus, Neb. July 28th 1881 at the residence of Theodore Freidhoff. By Revd. J.Q.A. Fleharty, Mr. Frank I. Kutt of Merrick Co. Neb. to Miss. Lena Dhalstrom of Columbus Neb.
BURKE-RICKLY--In Columbus Neb. Aug. 6th, 1884. By Revd., J.Q.A. Fleharty, at the residence of the bride's father, Mr. George Burke, of North Platte Neb., to Miss. Rose C. Rickly, of Columbus, Platte County, Neb.
    We are informed that over fifty relatives of the two families were present at the ceremony and that there was a profusion of very elegant and costly wedding gifts.
    We have known the fair bride since her early girlhood and take pleasure in saying that she is a young lady of superior intelligence and endowed with all the higher and better qualities that go to adorn true womanhood. The groom is a manly, stalwart young business man of fine personal appearance who has a thousand friends and they all esteem and respect him. We congratulate the happy bride and groom on this joyous occasion, and wish them many years of prosperity and happiness.
The Columbus Journal, August 13, 1884
BIRTHS
BROOKHOUSE--Frank Brookhouse is made happy in being the father of a bouncing baby boy; in his joy he treated himself to a Texas pony purchased out of the herd.
MARRIED
BURKE-RICKLY--Wednesday evening, Aug. 6th, '84, at the residence of the bride's father in this city, Mr. George Burke, of North Platte, and Miss Rose Rickly, of Columbus, were united in the holy bonds of matrimony, Rev. J.Q.A. Fleharty officiating and pronouncing the solemn words that for all future time, until death shall part them, merge two souls in one. It was intended that the wedding should be a quiet affair, the invitations comprising, aside from the relatives, but a few of the most intimate friends. But the family connections being extensive the wedding was by no means a diminutive affair, and when all were assembled the ample parlors were found to be comfortably filled; and in point of sociability and sumptuous feasting it was all that the most fastidious could crave.
    Of the groom's relatives from North Platte were Mrs. Burke, the mother, and Mrs. Bratt and louis Burke, sister and brother. The balance of the party comprised the relatives of the bride in this city and Mr. Geo. Green of Omaha and the Misses Green of Chicago, his sister and cousin, and Miss Mary Turner of this place. In the ceremony, in which the bride was lovely in a handsome dress of cardinal silk and the manly groom arrayed in the regulation black, they were assisted by Miss Gussie Rickly, sister of the bride and Mr. Louis Burke, brother of the groom.
    The presents were numerous, embracing rich articles of silver table service and handsome articles of virtu.
    Miss Rickly has resided in this city since early childhood--her father being identified with the foundation of Columbus and in its subsequent history prominent and active in its interests. As a young lady she represented the best type of our western girls, and will be missed by many admiring friends who appreciated her for her modest womanly graces and innate sensibility. Mr. Burke, like the bride he has chosen, is a typical Nebraskan, having been raised at North Platte, where he has large cattle interests and is foremost among the progressive young business men of that locality.
    Before settling down to the active duties of life in the new role which they have adopted, the newly mated pair will make a mountain tour of several weeks in company with a select party of relatives and friends.
    The Journal extends to the happy couple its hearty congratulations with its best wishes for their future happiness.
DIED
CHASE--The Fullerton Telescope gives particulars of the accidental death of a little son of G.H. Chase aged four. The little fellow with an older brother had gone to the meadow near the house, riding out on the wagon. The father then sent them home. The older one soon returned and reported that his brother had gone to the house and he was then permitted to go into the field. The younger boy, instead of going to the house, wandered into the tall grass near by and fell asleep, and on the return of Mr. Chase with the load of grain, the wagon was driven over the prostrate form of the sleeping boy, inflicting injuries from which he died in less than an hour.
NEIMOLLER--Mrs. I. Neimoller went on a visit to her old home on Monday, for the benefit of her health. It is regretted by all that she has had such poor health since she came to Nebraska and hope that she will return fully restored. Mr. Neimoller accompanied his wife and child as far as Council Bluffs on their journey. Tuesday he received a telegram that his child was dying and started immediately for Iowa.
The Columbus Journal, August 20, 1884
BIRTHS
PHILLIPS--To Mrs. Walter Phillips, August 17th, a daughter.
HUEBNER--Mr. C. Huebner informs your correspondent he has been made a happy father once more in the advent of a little girl to his home; also showed us a plump boy of about five years old who came from Germany this summer, his own son he said, whom he left in Germany when he moved to the United States. Truly Mr. Huebner has much to make him happy.
DIED
McALLISTER--Aug. 13th, of cholera infantum, Freddie G., son of J.S. McAllister, aged 4 motnhs.
NEIMOLLER--We regret to have to report the death of the infant child of I. Neimoller of this place.--Platte Center.
The Columbus Democrat, August 23, 1884
BIRTHS
PHILLIPS--Friday Aug. 15th to the wife of G.W. Phillips a daughter.
DIED
MESSING--In this city on Aug. 19th, Mary, twin daughter of John and Theresa Messing aged three weeks. The young parents have the sympathy of their many friends on the sad occasion.
The Columbus Journal, August 27, 1884
BIRTHS
WEDDELL--Aug. 28th [sic], to Mrs. S. Weddell, a son.
LEESLEY--Aug. 22d, '84, to Mrs. J.E. Leesley (nee Miss Lou. Shannon) of Plattsmouth, a son.
DIED
GUILES--At Woodville, this county, Aug. 25th, only son of O.H. and Matilda Guiles, aged six months and six days.
ROSSITER--Larry Rossiter of Platte Center returned home Monday from the funeral of his niece, Lucy, daughter of Thos. Rossiter of Omaha, who died of scarlet fever. She was the youngest daughter and aged two years. No others are afflicted.
The Columbus Democrat, August 30, 1884
DIED
MESSING--Sunday Aug. 24, Mary, infant child of John and Theresa Messing.
    Our community at large condole with the young parents in their deep grief over the loss of their twin children.
The Columbus Journal, September 3, 1884
BIRTHS
JOSEPH--Mrs. Joseph Joseph has got a bouncing boy and Joe. got heels under his boots. Mrs. Bricker, the mother-in-law, was out on a nine weeks visit, but since that splendid grandson has come, she returned home to Iowa.
MARRIED
LUBKER-SCHULTZ--Monday, Sept. 1st, by Rev. O.D. Rice, Henry Lubker and Miss Sophia Schultz, all of this city.
    The sensible, happy couple are each to be congratulated upon their selection of a life-partner, and the Journal heartily wishes them long life and prosperity.
DIED
HIGGINS--After a two weeks illness, Andrea J., daughter of Mr. and Mrs. J.G. Higgins, aged eight weeks.
The Columbus Democrat, September 6, 1884
DIED
GLEASON--On Shell Creek Sept. 2d, Stephen infant child of Stephen and Bridget Gleason.
HIGGINS--After a two weeks illness, Andrea J., daughter of Mr. and Mrs. J.G. Higgins, aged 7 weeks and 5 days.
FULTON--At Shell Creek on Sept. 5th 1884, George, infant son of G.W. and Ellen Fulton, aged six months. Another little bud withered.
The Columbus Journal, September 10, 1884
MARRIED
TRUMAN-MANCHESTER--At Omaha on Aug. 27th, John J. Truman of Monroe, Platte county, to Elizabeth Manchester of Omaha.
LAMBERT-ZIMMERMAN--Married, Charles Lambert to Miss Zimmerman. The happy couple was tendered a serenade by the Humphrey band on Thursday evening. Charles and his bride will occupy the new house which he had built last fall.
DIED
GATWARD--Mr. and Mrs. Walter Gatward, of Genoa, met with a sad bereavement last week in the death of their little girl, aged about one year. The remains were interred in the cemetery at this place on Friday.
The Columbus Democrat, September 13, 1884
MARRIED
DAVIS-LAWRENCE--On August 31, '84 at the residence of groom's parents in this city by Hon. J.J. Sullivan, County Judge, Mr. Gerow Davis and Miss Cornlia Lawrence both of Platte County.
TRUMAN-MANCHESTER--John J. Truman and Miss Elizabeth Manchester, were married at Omaha on the 27th of last month. The Democrat wishes John J. and his happy bride at least half a century of wedded bliss.
The Columbus Journal, September 17, 1884
MARRIED
CLOTHER-DAY--Sept. 11th, at Grand Island, by Rev. J.H. Wilson, Mr. C.D. Clother, Jr., and Miss Elizabeth Day, both of this city.
LEE-GRADY--Sept. 8th at St. John's Catholic church, by Rev. James M. Ryan, Frank Lee of Schuyler and Miss Annie Grady of Platte county.
DIED
FULTON--On Friday, Sept. 5th, 1884, of cholera infantum, infant son of W.D. Fulton, of Shell Creek, aged 6 months.
HAMPTON and FERREC--Near Metz, two deaths recently took place--a little boy of Mr. Hampton's and a son of James Ferrec's, aged fourteen years. The latter died of diphtheria.
HOOD--In Omaha, Sept. 13th, at 6 a.m., at his residence at 1505 Harney street, Edward Hood, aged 23 years and 6 months.
    The deceased was for some time a resident of this city and was by trade a butcher, having been employed at one time with Rickly & Hoffman and also with Howard Nickell. He was well liked here by all his associates.
The Columbus Democrat, September 20, 1884
DIED
QUACKENBUSH--In this city on Sept. 17, 1884. Miss Nellie Quackenbush, aged 22 years daughter of Adam Quackenbush, of Monroe township Platte County, Neb.
The Columbus Journal, September 24, 1884
BIRTHS
HOFFMAN--To Mrs. John Hoffman on Monday, Sept. 22d, a daughter.
HAYS--To Mrs. P. Hays on Saturday, Sept. 20th, '84, a daughter.
LAWRENCE--On the 6th inst. at Cleveland, Ohio, to Mrs. W.H. Lawrence a 7 pound boy. Mother and child doing well.
MARRIED
RICE-SLADE--Sept. 21st, by Justice Geo. W. Shaffer, at his residence, Byron S. Rice and Miss Maggie Slade, both of Columbus.
DIED
QUACKENBUSH--The absorbing subject of interest last week was the death of Miss Nellie Quackenbush, a young lady whose home is in this county, and whose age at the time of her death was 22 years. Rumor had circulated a score of different versions of every incident leading to her tragic death, but we give, in the following summary, a condensed view of the facts as brought out from witnesses before the inquest which was begun on Friday before coroner Heintz and jurors A.J. Arnold, J.H. Galley, W.B. Dale, Geo. Wandel, Chas. Schroeder and William Schroeder, who ended their investigations Monday, the State being represented in the first of the hearing by Messrs. Bowman & Walker, and in the last by District Attorney Wm. Marshall.
    On Sunday, the 14th of September, about 5:30 p.m., the deceased left her home in company with Geo. Matthews and Frank Smith, ostensibly for the purpose of going to her sister's home in Columbus, and to attend the fair which was to be held during the week, such being the representations of the young men as to their object in wishing the young lady to accompany them to the city. To this arrangement the mother of the girl gave her consent with the understanding that her daughter was to be taken to the home of her sister, Mrs. W.S. Wells of this city.
    On Tuesday evening following between 9 and 10 o'clock the girl appeared at the house of her sister, and on being questioned by her stated that she came to Columbus on Sunday, and in answer to the questions as to who brought her from home, said it was Mr. Smith, and as to why she did not come to her sister's house before, stated that she couldn't. As to where the girl was during the time between Sunday and Tuesday evenings, witness Wilson Rice testifies that on Monday night she was in Matthews's room over Friedhoff's store, where she presumably was during all of the time. The same witness testified that about Tuesday noon he heard Geo. and Frank talking about getting something to eat, and Frank said she didn't want anything, and George said she must have something. One other fact may bear on this portion of the case. Thos. Wake, clerk at Dowty & Chinn's, testified that he sold Frank Smith a one ounce bottle of laudanum, Sunday evening, at 7:30 p.m.
    Her condition on the night she presented herself at the house of her sister, is testified to by both Mr. and Mrs. Wells as being that of a person who seemed under the influence of liquor or some other stimulant. After retiring she became delirious and frequently moaned and muttered, dying about seven o'clock the following morning.
    The father and sister both testify that the young woman had a weak mind, thought to be the result of an injury received when about 8 or 10 years of age, typhoid pneumonia following, since which she had evinced her weakness of mind in her conversation and actions.
    The post-mortem examination, very ably made by Doctors C.D. Evans and E. Hoehen, in the presence of Drs. F.J. Schug and C.B. Stillman, showed, as of special bearing, a "a contusion on the upper third part of the skull, caused by a blunt or flat substance," and recent, very excessive venery, the parts being much bruised and discolored.
    The verdict was given, sealed, to the coroner who does not disclose to the public what it is, the plain inference being that it is unfavorable to men supposed to be implicated.
The Columbus Democrat, September 27, 1884
BIRTHS
AHRENS--Born, in Bismark township, on Sept. 24, to the wife of Edwin Ahrens, a boy.
DIED
QUACKENBUSH--Miss Nellie Quackenbush, twenty two years of age, died very suddenly on the morning of Sept. 17, at the home of her brother-in-law, Walter Wells, of this city. She came to Mr. Wells' house about 10 o'clock on the evening of the 16th, accompanied by Frank Smith, who was employed at the time as clerk in Freidhoff & Co's., store. She seemed to be in a much prostrated condition when taken into the house, and in a few hours afterwards became unconscious with now and then incoherent mutterings, continuing in this condition until about 5 o'clock in the morning, when she died. Drs. Schug and Stillman were called in, who inspected the body and found that death ensued from appoplexy. On further investigation an empty ounce vial, labeled "Laudinum," was found in her dress pocket. Following the announcement of her death, a rumor was started to the effect that from Sunday evening until Tuesday evening at 10 o'clock, she had been kept shut up in a private room, occupied by Freidhoff's clerks over the store and had been made the victim to the wicked indulgences of Frank Smith, George Mathews, and others employed about the store. After it had been learned that Smith and Mathews had gone on Sunday to the place of the young lady's father, on the Lookingglass, about twelve miles west of Columbus, and brought her to the city; she was taken to the house of her brother-in-law by Smith, Tuesday night at 10 o'clock where she died the following morning, and further report that Smith and Mathews had left town, found our city by noon, Tuesday, confronted with what seemed a sensational tragedy. In order that the facts bearing upon the cause of her death, might be brought to light if possible, and the guilt or innocence of the parties implicated established, a post mortem examination of the body was ordered and the same was held at the Court House on Friday of last week, by Drs. Evans and Hoehen, at the same time and place a coroners inquest was held conducted by coroner A. Heintz, with A.J. Arnold, Charles Schroeder, W.A. Schroeder, Geo. Wandel, J.H. Galley and W.B. Dale, jurors. District Attorney Marshall, assisted by Bowman and Walker for the state; Judge Sullivan being retained by friends of the parties accused. The inquest was conducted with closed doors, and at the close Monday evening, the jury handed their sealed verdict to the Coroner, where it remains with the result of their inquiry known only to themselves. It is safe to assume, however, that their finding has implicated several young men of this city.
MEYER--Mrs. Meyer, wife of John Meyer, died at her home in Alexis precinct, Butler county, on last Monday, aged 34 years. Mr. and Mrs. Meyer were among the earliest settlers of Butler county, having resided there for over fourteen years. Mrs. Meyer was a most worthy woman and her memory will long be cherished by those who knew her.
LORD--D.A. Lord returned from New York Wednesday where he was called two weeks ago by the news of the death of his father. The Rochester Democrat has this to say relative to the deceased:
    Anson Lord, a highly respected citizen of Pittsford for the last thirty-three years--brother of ex-Senator Jarvis Lord--died at his home in that village Thursday evneing, Sept. 18th, in the 75 year of his age. Mr. Lord was born in Ballston, Saratoga county, N.Y., September 9, 1810; came to Henrietta, Monroe county, when 9 years of age, and was united in marriage fifteen years later to Hulda Simons, daughter by adoption of M.L. Angel, of Henrietta, father of Hon. James L. Angel, of Rochester. Mrs. Lord and six children, as follows survive the deceased: Mrs. Mary Jane Benson, of Victor; William J. Lord, of Pittsford, James H. Lord, of Rochester; Dr. M.L. Lord, warden of the Rochester insane asylum; Mrs. D.E. Young, of Denver, Colo., and Daniel A. Lord, of Columbus, Neb. All of the children are in attendance at the house of mourning. The funeral will be attended from the house at 3 o'clock Sunday afternoon.
The Columbus Journal, October 1, 1884
BIRTHS
AHRENS--Sept. 24th, to Mrs. Edwin Ahrens, a son.
    Grandfather Ahrens is doing as well as could be expected.
BAPTISMS
Recently at the Episcopal church, the baptism of four children was rendered interesting to the parents participating by an incident pertaining to the element used. The water used was from the river Jordan, obtained by some of Mrs. Hulst's relatives. The parents were, Mr. and Mrs. G.W. Hulst, Mr. and Mrs. O.T. Roen, Mr. and Mrs. V.T. Price, and Mr. and Mrs. J.M. Macfarland.
DIED
WILLIAMS--Katy Williams, stepdaughter of Mr. Evan Davis, died on the 20th inst. of dropsy.
The Columbus Democrat, October 10, 1884
MARRIED
COSTELLO-CAFFREY--At St. John's R.C. church, in Columbus, Neb., Oct. 5th, 1884, Mr. Martin Costello, foreman on U.P. Ry., and Miss Alice Caffrey, daughter of Bryan Caffrey, foreman on U.P. Ry.
CONNELLY-HANEY; CONNELLY-HANEY--At same place, Oct. 7th 1884, Mr. Edward Connelly and Miss Maggie A. Haney, also Mr. James Connelly and Miss Mary Jane Haney. The brides are daughters of John Haney Esq., of this county.
The Columbus Journal, October 15, 1884
MARRIED
CARR-GILLAN--Sept. 10th, 1884, by Rev. Livin, Mr. Bert Carr and Miss Jennie Gillan, all of Platte county.
GLYNN-BRADY--At St. John's church, Oct. 12, '84, by Rev. J.M. Ryan, Mr. John Glynn and Miss Francis Brady, all of Platte county.
HORNE-POWELL--We understand that H.H. Horne and Miss Minnie Powell were united in the holy bonds of matrimony last Wednesday. We sincerely hope that they will enjoy all the happiness that usually falls to the lot of mortals. Mr. Horne takes to his home in Council Bluffs, Ia., one of our many fair maidens. Come west, young men, for your partners. We have plenty of the best quality.
NOONAN-CARRIGAN--At St. John's church, Oct. 12, '84, by Rev. J.M. Ryan, Mr. Michael Noonan and Miss Mary Carrigan, all of Platte county.
CASTELLO-CAFFREY--At St. John's Catholic Church in Columbus, Oct. 5, '84, by Rev. J.M. Ryan, Mr. Martin Castello and Miss Alice Caffrey, daughter of Bryan Caffrey, foreman on U.P.R'y.
CONNELLY-HANEY; CONNELLY-HANEY--At St. John's Catholic Church, by Rev. J.M. Ryan, Oct. 7, '84, Mr. Edward Connelly and Miss Maggie A. Haney; also Mr. James Connelly and Miss Mary Jane Haney. The brides are daughters of John Haney, Esq., of this county.
DIED
JOHNSON--Peter Johnson, a Swede, was instantly killed the other day between Cedar Rapids and Dublin, Boone county. His team of horses became frightened at some passing Indians and ran away, throwing him to the ground and his wagon heavily loaded with hay passed over him, taking his life instantly.
CHAMBERLAIN, SHELDON, NORRIS--A very sad accident occurred last Wednesday on the Union Pacific railroad, about noon, in a deep cut, a quarter of a mile west of Elkhorn, between section No. 2 of train No. 9, and a single engine, which came together with a terrible crash, pinning the engineer and fireman of the freight train between the boiler head and tank, and there holding them until the escaping steam scalded them to death.
    The fireman of the light engine, Richard Norris, in attempting to jump from the locomotive, was caught by the legs beneath the tender, and his limbs frightfully mangled. The engineer of the light engine, James Lowry, had succeded in jumping clear of the wreck, and was unhurt.
    George Chamberlain, the engineer, and George Sheldon, and Norris firemen lost their lives by the fearful collision.
    The scene was one of disorder and horror. On both sides of the track cars were in the ditch, the trucks were turned in every direction, the cars were lying upon their sides and ends and some of them had been turned bottomside up. The track was torn up and some of the rails bent, twisted and flattened.
The Columbus Democrat, October 17, 1884
MARRIED
CARR-GILLAN--Married, on September 10th, 1884, at the Swede parsonage, Monroe township, by Rev. Levin, Mr. Bert Carr and Miss Jennie Gillan, both of Platte county.
SMITH-NAYLOR--Married, at the residence of bride's parents, in Duncan, by Rev. Dr. Goodale, Mr. Geo. C. Smith, of Lost Creek, and Miss Lizzie Naylor.
The Columbus Journal, October 22, 1884
BIRTHS
WOLFE--Saturday, Oct. 11th, to Mrs. Herman Wolfe, a daughter.
HENGGELER--Saturday Oct. 11th, to Mrs. Joseph Henggeler, a daughter.
MARRIED
SMITH-NAYLOR--Oct. 15th, 1884, at the residence of the bride's parents, by Rev. S. Goodale, Geo. C. Smith of Lost Creek and Miss Lizzie Naylor of Duncan.
DIED
BARRETT--Thursday, Oct. 16, at Creston, a child of Wm. Barrett's, three months old.
HEITSMAN--Oct. 19, 4 a.m., of cancer of the breast, Delia, wife of Chas. Heitsman of Creston. She leaves a family of five children.
EGGLESTON--Wednesday, Oct. 15th, Effie, daughter of J.E. Eggleston, of Creston, aged six months. The little child's mother died about six weeks ago.
PERCIVAL--H.H. Eyman of Genoa was in town Thursday. He told us that a man had been apprehended somewhere in Iowa, said to answer the description of Furnival, the supposed murderer of Nance county, but proved not to be him. He gives one of the current theories of the case as follows: That Furnival and his companion quarrelled, and in the fight Furnival killed him; a neighbor coming toward the house, would naturally inquire concerning the matter, and he was shot also, probably witnessed by Mrs. Percival, whose death followed, her husband being also murdered at the first opportunity and before knowing anything of what had happened in the neighborhood. While there is a disposition in Nance county to lynch the murderer, whoever he may be, there is a desire, also, to find the motive for such wholesale murder. If the above theory is not correct, it is difficult to conjecture what may be.
The Columbus Democrat, October 24, 1884
BIRTHS
WOLFE--And now comes Herman Wofle and presents to Platte County a new inhabitant in the form of a bright young daughter. The event took place last Saturday week.
HENGLER--Born, to Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Hengler on Oct. 11th, a daughter. Joe is replenishing the face of the earth in a masterly manner. Gentle reader, go thou and do likewise.
MARRIED
SMITH-NAYLOR--One of the most pleasant scenes in real life which we have ever witnessed, was enacted at the residence of Mr. James Naylor, near Columbus, on the evening of Oct. 15, 1884. It was the marriage of George C. Smith of Lost Creek, to Lizzie, eldest daughter of Mr. and Mrs. James Naylor. The ceremony was performed according to the Episcopal service, which seemed more beautiful than ever before, by the Rev. Dr. Goodale. The ceremony was completed and the one who has been known as Lizzie Naylor among so many friends will be known by that name no more. The happy couple were congratulated by about 50 of the most intimate friends and acquaintances of the family, among whom were Mrs. Irwin and daughter, Jennie, Mrs. Dickson and her two daughters Anna and May, all of Rock Island, Ill. After supper which in short, consisted of everything that's good and plenty of it, in Mrs. Naylor's best and most hospitable style. The happy couple with their large circle of friends, enjoyed themselves until past midnight, when they adjourned to meet again the next evening at the residence of Mr. J.R. Smith. We wish the young couple who have been the cause of all this joy, a pleasant journey through life, and may their last days be their brightest. And we will further ask, "who'll be the next?" The presents were as follows:
    Mr. and Mrs. Jewell--gold lined sugar bowl and cream pitcher.
    Misses Kelly and Sloss--silver butter knife and knives.
    Mr. and Mrs. Gerrard--handsome glass set.
    Mr. Hodson--flat iron.
    Mr. H. Smith--set silver forks.
    Miss Emma Lisco--fruit dish and bread plate.
    Misses Carrie and Anna Smith--bureau.
    J.R. Smith--cook stove and large family bible.
    W.L. Smith--large lamp.
    Mrs. H. Dickson--bedroom set.
    Mrs. Croocan--vases.
    Anna and Harry Webster--fruit dish and boquet holder.
    Mrs. I.J. Slattery--majolica pickle dish.
    Jimmie Smith--napkins.
    Mr. and Mrs. Byrne--combined work box and writing desk.
    Mrs. Iwrin--wash stand ewer and basin.
    Mr. and Mrs. Blodgett--watter pitcher and cigar holder.
    Mr. and Mrs. Robt. Lisco--butter knife and sugar spoon.
    R. Stewart--silver tablespoons.
    T. Stewart--butter knife.
    Mrs. Shoemaker--silver teaspoons.
    Jennie Iwrin--cake stand.
    B.H. Lathrop--vases.
    Mrs. Lathrop--handsome tea set.
    Blanche Lathrop--butter dish and salt sellers.
    Nellie Macken--tidy.
    Miss McKim--bread plate and tidy.
    Mrs. Naylor--china set.
    Nellie Naylor--tea spoons.
DIED
HEITSMAN--With regret we chronicle the death of Mrs. Charles Heitsman, of Creston, who died on the 19th of this month. A husband and five children mourn her loss. The bereaved ones have the condolence of a large circle of sympathising friends.
The Columbus Journal, October 29, 1884
BIRTHS
FROM--Tuesday, Oct. 14th, to Mrs. Chris. From, a son.
MARRIED
HUMPHREYS-HILLS--Oct. 26th, by Rev. S. Goodale, at his residence, John Humphreys of Postville, and Miss Lizzie Hills, late of Wisconsin.
SMITH-NAYLOR--Ed. Journal:--One of the pleasantest scenes of real life which we have ever witnesses was enacted at the residence of Mr. James Naylor near Duncan, Wednesday, Oct. 15th, (heretofore published in Journal). It was the occasion of the marriage of George C. Smith of Lost Creek, to Lizzie, eldest daughter of Mr. and Mrs. James Naylor. The ceremony was performed according to the Episcopal service, (which seemed more beautiful than ever before), by the Rev. Dr. Goodale. The ceremony was completed and the one who has been known as Lizzie Naylor among so many friends will be known by that name no more. The happy couple were congratulated by about fifty of the most intimate friends and acquaintances of the family, among whom were Mrs. Irwin and her daughter Jennie, Mrs. Dickson and her two daughters Anna and Mary, of Rock Island, Ill. After supper, which in short consisted of everything that is good and plenty of it, in Mrs. Naylor's best and most hospitable style, the happy couple with their large circle of friends enjoyed themselves until past midnight when they adjounred to meet again the next evening at the residence of Mr. J.R. Smith. We wish the hyoung bride and groom who have been the cause of all this joy a pleasant journey through life, and may their last days be their brightest, and we will further ask who will be the next?
    The groom presented the bride with a handsome gold brest-pin; Nellie Naylor, pair cuff-buttons; Mr. and Mrs. Jewell, silver cream pitcher and sugar bowl; Anna Kelley, silver butter knife; Rene Sloss, set silver knives; S.J. Hodson, set patent flat-irons; Henry Smith, set silver forks; Mr. and Mrs. R. Lisco, butter knife and sugar spoon; Emma Lisco, glass fruit dish and bread plate; R. Stewart, silver table spoons; T. Stewart, butter knife; Nellie Naylor, silver tea spoons; Mrs. Shoemaker, silver tea spoons; Jennie Irwin, cake stand; Mr. and Mrs. Blodgett, water pitcher and cigar holder; Anna and Henry Webster, fruit dish and boquet holder; Mr. and Mrs. Byrne, work box and writing desk; Nelly Macken, table scarf; Willie Smith, parlor lamp; Carrie and Anna Smith, bureau; J.R. Smith, large family bible; B.H. Lathrop, pair vases; Mrs. Lathrop, handsome tea set; Blanch Lathrop, butter dish and salt sellers; Mrs. Naylor, china cups and saucers; Mrs. Irwin, wash stand; Mrs. Dickson, wash bowl and pitcher; Mr. Lathrop, fruit dish and card receiver; Mary McKun, bread plate; Mr. and Mrs. Naylor set dishes; Jennie Smith, set table napkins; Mr. and Mrs. Gerrard, breakfast castor and fruit dishes; Kitty McKun, tidy; Mrs. Crookham, set vases; Mrs. Williams, tidy.--Guest.
The Columbus Democrat, October 31, 1884
BIRTHS
ECHOLS--Judge Hudson is another grandfather as follows, to wit: Born to Mrs. J.C. Echols on Thursday, Oct. 30th a big, bouncing boy baby. Query: will that boy be a republican or democrat.
GILLAN--Born, on Wednesday, Oct 22, to Mrs. C.H. Gillan a nine pound boy. The mother and son are doing well.
MARRIED
NOONAN-CURRIGAN--On Sunday Oct. 11th, 1884, at St. John's church in Columbus; Mr. M.J. Noonan and Miss Mary Currigan, both of Platte County. Mr. Noonan and his bride have recently arrived in this vicinity and we learn are to become permanent residents of Platte Co. We bid them welcome.
The Columbus Journal, November 5, 1884
BIRTHS
ECHOLS--Oct. 30th, to Mrs. J.C. Echols, a son.
GALLIN--Oct. 22d, to Mrs. C.M. Gallin, a son, weight 9 lbs.
MARRIED
BOIES-HANFORD--At the home of the bride at La Moille, Iowa, Oct. 22d, Mr. C.A. Boies of this city and Miss Ida M. Hanford.
    The happy young couple have received the congratulations of their many friends, and are at home, in this city.
BECHER-WAKE--Wednesday evening, Nov. 5th, at the residence of the bride's parents in this city, by Elder H.J. Hudson, John G. Becher and Miss Susie Wake, all of this city.
    The house was filled by relatives and immediate friends of the happy young couple. The presents were numerous and valuable. A serenade by the Band was appreciated by the young folks. The newly married pair left this morning for a trip south.
DIED
MEYERS--A brakeman named Frank Meyers was instantly killed at Creighton Nov. 1st, two cars passing over him, mangling his body in a horrible manner.
The Columbus Journal, November 12, 1884
MARRIED
SCHITTERER-MOORE--On Monday morning, Nov. 10th, at the new German Catholic church, by Rev. Father Seraphine Lempke, Mr. Herman Schitterer and Miss Julia Moore.
    The happy couple were sincerely congratulated by many of their friends, and received a number of handsome and useful presents.
KINGHAM-COLE--At the residence of the officiating minister, the Rev. O.V. Rice, in Columbus, Mr. Edward J. Kingham, of Albion, Boone Co., and Miss Eleanor E. Cole, of London, England.
    These young people give promise of success in our new west, having both energy and courage. The bride arrived in Columbus Saturday, having left home and friends behind and crossed the ocean alone.
HASSELBALCH-ANDERSON--At the residence of the bride's parents, Mr. and Mrs. Soran Anderson of Creston, Nov. 6th, by Rev. S.H. Tucker, Mr. Nels Hasselbalch of St. Edwards and Miss Anna C. Anderson.
    The groom is one of the solid business men of St. Edwards, formerly with Julius Rasmussen of this city, and the bride, in every way worthy of him. The presents at the wedding were numerous, consisting of articles both handsome and valuable.
The Columbus Democrat, November 15, 1884
BIRTHS
O'BRIEN--Born, Clear Creek Polk county Saturday Nov. 8th, to the wife of Matt. O'Brien a daughter.
MARRIED
HOPKINS-SMITH--By Rev. O.V. Rice Friday Nov. 14th, Mr. Richard Hopkins and Miss Lillie M. Smith.
SCHITTERER-MOORE--On Monday Morning, Nov. 10th, at the new German Catholic church, by Rev. Father Seraphine Lampke, Mr. Herman Schitterer and Miss Julia Moore.
KINGHAM-COLE--At the residence of the officiating minister, the Rev. O.V. Rice, in Columbus, Mr. Edward J. Kingham, of Albion, Boon[e] Co., and Miss Eleanor E. Cole, of London, England.
The Columbus Journal, November 19, 1884
BIRTHS
WERMUTH--Friday morning, Nov. 14th, to Mrs. John Wermuth, a daughter.
MARRIED
HOPKINS-SMITH--By Rev. O.V. Rice, Friday, Nov. 14th, '84, Mr. Richard Hopkins and Miss Lillie M. Smith.
EIMER-STEFFES--Tuesday morning, Nov. 11th, at 8 o'clock a.m., in the Catholic church, Humphrey, Neb., Father Theodore officiating, Mr. John W. Eimers and Miss Maggie Steffes, all of Humphrey.
STRONG-CARLETON--At the residence of the bride's brother, E.A. Fulford, at Creston, Sunday, Nov. 16th, by Chas. Heitsman, Esq., Mr. Wm. Strong of Colfax county, and Mrs. India Carleton of Platte county.
    The happy couple left immediately for their home in Colfax county. On the white wings of hope we bid them a long and happy life.
DIED
MENTZER--From Mr. Dan. Condon, who was at Richland last week, we learn of the sad havoc which that dread disease diphtheria has lately made in the family of Chas. Mentzer of that locality. Two of his children have died and five more are down with the disease, two of whom it is thought will not live. In the same neighborhood Orlando Nelson's oldest son is very ill with typhoid fever.
The Columbus Democrat, November 22, 1884
MARRIED
MARMOY--On last Thursday evening the residence of S.J. Marmoy, was the scene of a happy event, the occasion being the marriage of his daughter Sarah R. and John C. Martin. The ceremony was performed by Hon. J.J. Sullivan, County Judge, in the presence of a large number of the friends of both contracting parties.
    Mr. Martin has recently engaged in the law and land business in this city, and while being one of our best is also one of our most popular young men.
    The bride has lived here since her early childhood, and is one of the most charming and winsome young ladies of our city, a favorite with every one who knows her. The Democrat wishes this worthy young couple a long life and a full measure of worldly happiness. The following is a list of presents received on the joyous occasion:
    Mr. and Mrs. Marmoy--Silver knives and forks.
    Mr. and Mrs. Derry--Silver castor.
    Mr. and Mrs. Wake--Silver tea spoons.
    Mr. and Mrs. Spooner--Fancy bed spread.
    Hannah Shefford--Linen towels.
    Miss Ettie DeMoss and Chas. Wake--Electric lamp.
    Edward Marmoy--Butter plates.
    Mabel and Eva Hudson--Butter knife, pickle fork and sugar spoon.
    Mr. and Mrs. Echols, and son--silver napkin rings.
    Thos. Wake--Silver card receiver.
    Emma Wake--Salt cellars.
    Mrs. Martin--Deed for house and lot.
    Miss C. Martin--$25.00.
    Dr. C.D. Evans--Silver flower vase.
    Mr. and Mrs. Col. Whitmoyer--Majolica tea set.
    Mamie Phillips and W.H. Trickell--Silver castor.
    F. Brodfuehrer--Silver jelly spoon.
    Mr. and Mrs. Backus and Mrs. Cooper--Complete china tea set of 52 pieces.
    Mr. and Mrs. Higgins--Large scrap book.
    Rune Brigham and Dick Jenkinson--Handsome hanging lamp.
    Phoebe Phillips--cut glass water pitcher.
    Miss Jennie Finnecy--Sofa pillow-crazy patch work.
    Chas. Pollock and W.H. Trickell--Silver pickle castor.
    Miss Elsie Moore, Carson City, Neb.--Embroidered banner.
BECHER-WAKE--Wednesday evening, Nov. 5th, at the residence of the bride's parents in this city, by Elder H.J. Hudson, John J. Becher and Miss Susie Wake, all of this city.
    A large gathering of friends and relatives of the young couple were present to witness the ceremony, and many hearty congratulations were extended to the happy young couple. A number of valuable presents occupied a side table, and were so numerous that in the absence of a list taken at the time, we are unable to enumerate without apparent injustice to many of the donors, except a magnificent present, embracing several articles of silverware presented by the clerks of L. Kramer as a token of the esteem of his associates of over four years.
    The marriage of these young people was no surprise to their friends. Lovely, gentle, modest as a woodland pansy, sweet Susie has been since the dawn of womanhood, "the star that mildly beamed" in the firmament of Johnny's future. Few young ladies of our acquaintance enjoyed the degree of silent as well as pronounced admiration that has been cheerfully accorded Mrs. Becher. We have known her since her young childhood and watched with pleasure the pretty, unassuming maiden bloom into charming womanhood and we breathe the hope that her future may be as gentle and serene as her own sweet face and smile, and her friends and acquaintances as true and warm as the heart that face portrays.
O'BRIEN-MURPHY--In Peoria, Ill., Oct. 27, 1884, Mr. Wm. O'Brien of Platte County, Neb., and Miss Agnes M. Murphy, of Peoria, Ill.
    Both parties are natives of the Prairie state, but like many more who found breathing space within its fertile confines they have bade adieu to the familiar scenes of youthful days, and followed the crowd to the setting sun. Their home henceforth will be fruitful Nebraska.
    Mr. O'Brien is one of our most exemplary young men and he has added a gem to the diadem of our county's lovliness in the person of his graceful and elegant wife. We extend to Mrs. O'Brien a cordial welcome, and hope our western country and its residents may have made as favorable an impression on her as she has on all who have met her since her arrival in our midst.
DIED
BARNUM--Tuesday, Nov. 18th of typhoid fever, Kara, daughter of Guy C. and Miranda Barnum, aged 25 years. The funeral services took place Wednesday from the residence of the parents.
LAWRENCE--At Stearns Prairie on Nov. 18th, 1884. James H. Lawrence aged 25 years. Mr. Lawrence was brother of P.J. Lawrence, of Columbus. He was a native of McLean Co. Ill., and was an honest and industrious young man much respected by all who knew him.
The Columbus Journal, November 26, 1884
BIRTHS
TEDROW--Born to Mrs. W.H. Tedrow, Friday, Nov. 21, a daughter.
MARRIED
EASTON-OLCOTT--Nov. 18, by J. Rickly, J.P., Chas. S. Easton and Miss Lione Olcott, both of Polk county.
MARTIN-MARMOY--Thursday evening, Nov. 20th, at the residence of the bride's parents, in this city, by Judge J.J. Sullivan, John C. Martin, Esq., and Miss Sarah J. Marmoy.
    The happy couple were the recipients of numerous valuable and handsome presents. The Journal, along with their hosts of friends, wishes them a prosperous future.
DIED
LAWRENCE--Nov. 18th, James H. Lawrence of Stearns Prairie, aged 25 years.
BARNUM--Nov. 18th, of typhoid fever, Kara, daughter of Hon. Guy C. and Miranda Barnum, aged 25 years.
The Columbus Democrat, November 29, 1884
BIRTHS
BRANDT--Col. Brandt is another uncle, for Carl Brandt informs us that a new boy baby came to his house just after election and his name is to be Cleveland Brandt. Had Cleveland been defeated we suppose that baby would have been only a girl.
TEDROW--Born, in this city Friday, Nov. 21st, to the wife of W.H. Tedrow, a daughter.
The Columbus Journal, December 3, 1884
BIRTHS
KRAMER--Sunday, Nov. 30th, to Mrs. Carl Kramer, a daughter. Mother and babe well, and Carl as lively as a cricket.
COOK--To Mrs. Emma Cook, of Schuyler, Wednesday last, a bouncing daughter weighing seven pounds. The mother is very hearty and grandfather Anderson is doing as well as could be expected.
DIED
HEVERLING--This neighborhood [Woodville] was shocked on Nov. 23d to hear of the death of Henry Heverling. As near as your correspondent can learn, Mr. H. had not been well for some two or three weeks, and had just gone to his father's to stay a few days, and on rising Sabbath morning he complained of feeling very bad and returned to bed and expired in less than five minutes. The friends have the sympathy of their neighbors and especially the young widow, whom he led to the altar less than one year ago. The funeral took place from the residence of his father, Rev. J.W. Jennings pastor of the M.E. church of St. Edwards, officiating, speaking both in English and German. The remains were interred in the St. Edwards cemetery.
The Columbus Journal, December 10, 1884
MARRIED
RECKMEYER-HEITZMAN--Nov. 27th, by Rev. Daniel Shank, H.H. Reckmeyer and Miss Mirranda Heitzman.
DIED
BRUCK--Monday last a number of our prominent German citizens attended the funeral of John Bruck, of Bismark township, whose remains were deposited in the Loseke church cemetery. The deceased was about 57 years old and an old settler, having settled where he died in 1866. He was one of Platte county's most stalwart citizens and numbered substantial friends by the score. He leaves a wife and four children, one married.
The Columbus Democrat, December 13, 1884
MARRIED
JENKINSON-HUDSON--On December 10, 1884, at the residence of the bride's parents in this city, by Rev. O.V. Rice, Mr. Richard Jenkinson and Miss Mabel Hudson. Thus one by one have the dear ones left the paternal hearth of Grandpa Hudson. Thus one by one have the sweet flowers been transplanted from the garden of young maidenhood into the wider and more useful field of matrimony. It is not well for man to be alone nor woman either when such happy unions may be made as has been effected in this case. The bridegroom is one of our most upright and industrious young men and the happy bride is one of the most estimable and worthy young ladies of Columbus. We understand that many valuable presents were received by the newly-wedded pair.
DIED
BROCK--Sorrowfully we announce the death of one of the oldest settlers and best citizens of Platte County, John Brock, who died at his home on Loseke Creek, Saturday, Dec. 6th. The deceased came to this county about fifteen years ago, taking a homestead on Loseke Creek some twelve miles north of Columbus. Mr. Brock came to this country poor but by persevering industry rigid economy and honest dealing he had acquired property to the amount of fifteen or twenty thousand dollars at the time of his death. As a man none stood higher in his neighborhood and none more admired for his generous kind heartedness.
    [...and...]
John Brock, one of Platte County's oldest and best citizens, died at his home in Bismarck township, last Saturday and was buried on Monday. A very large concourse of friends and neighbors were present at the funeral obsequies.
HEIMBACH--Died, at Genoa, on Friday, Dec. 5, 1884, Frank, son of Peter J. and Anna M. Heimbach, aged 15 months.
The Columbus Journal, December 17, 1884
BIRTHS
SPOONER--To Mr. and Mrs. George Spooner, on the 16th inst., a son.
GALLEY--To Mrs. Anna Galley, wife of J.J. Galley on Monday the 8th inst., a nice bouncing son.
MARRIED
PRICE-EUSDEN--In this city, Dec. 13th, at the residence of the bride's parents, by County Judge J.J. Sullivan, Mr. Frank J. Price to Miss Mary Eusden, all of Columbus.
JENKINSON-HUDSON--At the residence of the bride's parents Mr. and Mrs. H.J. Hudson, Wednesday evening, Dec. 10th, by Rev. O.V. Rice, Mr. Richard Jenkinson and Miss Mabel Hudson, all of this city.
    A large number of the relatives and friends of the happy couple were in attendance, and the wedding presents were both useful, valuable and beautiful. The Journal adds its sincerest congratulations to those of the hundreds of others of their friends here, for long life and prosperity.
The Columbus Democrat, December 20, 1884
BIRTHS
COOK--We are a little tardy in announcing that at the city of Schuyler on the 2nd of this month a handsome girl baby was born to Mrs. W.S. Cook, formerly Miss Emma Anderson.
MARRIED
DOWTY-COOPER--In COlumbus, on Wednesday evening, Dec. 17, 1884, by Hon. J.J. Sullivan, County Judge, Mr. David Dowty, of this city, and Mrs. Zetta Cooper, of Pittsburg, Pa.
    Everybody knows Mr. Dowty as one of our most prominent young business men, who enjoys the well-merited esteem and confidence of all.
    The charming and accomplished bride is the sister of Mrs. W.B. Backus, of this place. She has resided but a short time here and during her brief stay has made many friends.
    The Democrat joins the common voice in wishing the happy parties a life of bliss and prosperity.
DIED
KOMBRICK--William Kombrick, nephew of William Lamb, died at Central City on Thursday of last week, aged 18 years. The deceased was a young man of great promise. He was quite proficient in music and possessed intellectual qualities of a very high order.
DELSMAN--Died, in this city on December 16th, 1884, of membranous croup, Clemens H. son of J.B. and Clara Delsman, aged 3 years and 25 days. Little Clemens was a boy of bright promise and the pride and joy of his parents.
The Columbus Journal, December 24, 1884
BIRTHS
FRIEDHOF--To Mrs. Theodore Friedhof Monday morning, Dec. 22d, a son.
MARRIED
DOWTY-COOPER--In Columbus, on Wedesday evening, Dec. 17, 1884, by J.J. Sullivan, County Judge, Mr. David Dowty, of this city, and Mrs. Zetta Cooper, of Pittsburg, Pa.
    The quiet manner in which this happy aliance [sic] was affected took completely by surprise many of the most intimate friends of the couple; but the popularity of David as a well-known, sterling, sensible young business man, who has grown up in the community, and earned for himself a position in the social and business circles of this city, together with the deep respect and admiration that has been accorded the beautiful bride since she became a resident of Columbus, as due to her charming manners and winning womanly graces, will have a tendency to popularize this quiet, sensible, unostentatious manner of uniting the future destinies and entering the sacred realms of matrimony. Their true friends will be none the less hearty in their congratulations. With these the Journal joins in sincere good wishes. May they be blessed with long life, happiness and prosperity.
The Columbus Democrat, December 27, 1884
BIRTHS
SPOONER--On December 16th 1884, to the wife of George T. Spooner, a large boy baby. Inasmuch as George has forgotten to set up the cigars the Democrat has been slow in making the announcement.
LISCO--On December 16h, 1884, to the wife of Robert Y. Lisco, a daughter, average weight and very pretty. Robert is happier than Blaine.
BRENNAN--Our friend Neil Brennan, the second best looking man in O'Neill City, is the father of a very young girl baby as we see by the newspapers of that place.
DIED
GARFIELD--Horace Garfield, of David City, died on the 16th of this month. Mr. Garfield was a prominent lawyer of Butler county and was well known by many citizens of Columbus. He was a man possessed of many good qualities, and although not brilliant, was considered a very sound lawyer. He was aged about 37 years.
The Columbus Journal, December 31, 1884
DIED
CORDES--Henry Cordes lost his life Saturday night last at the Hammond House by accidentally falling down a stairway and fracturing his skull.
    We understand that a coroner's inquest was held Monday on the body, the jury being Gus. Lockner, Prof. Backus, Mr. Elston, Geo. Smith, Mr. Mockbe and Steven Mead. It would seem, from the testimony that the deceased was badly intoxicated at half past ten o'clock Saturday night, two witnesses, H. Ragatz and Archibald Floyd testifying to that fact. Mr. Hammond came home on the Denver Express that night, and probably at near one o'clock found the unfortunate man breathing his last.
    Mr. Cordes had been a citizen of Columbus for several years, engaged most of the time in the land business, and we understand, had accumulated considerable property; among other things, a valuable farm in this county.

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