Platte Co., NE - 1888 (Sep-Dec) BMDs

Platte Co., NE - 1888 (Sep-Dec) BMDs NEGenWeb Project PLATTE COUNTY, NEBRASKA
BIRTHS, MARRIAGES and DEATHS
RECORDED IN PLATTE COUNTY NEWSPAPERS
1888 (September - December)

The Columbus Journal, September 5, 1888
DIED
VINCENT--Mr. and Mrs. Vincent have the sympathy of all their acquaintances here in the loss of their little child who died Sunday. Mr. Vincent is a partner of Mr. Taylor, and they have just started in business as photographers in the city, Mr. V. arriving here Friday last.
COFFIN--Rev. O.V. Rice went to Genoa Wednesday last to be present at the funeral of the infant son of Joseph Coffin.
The Columbus Democrat, September 7, 1888
BIRTHS
??--Mrs. Samuel Rickly has taken the little infant girl that was mysteriously left in the parlors at the Grand Pacific last week to raise. It has been learned that the little one was born at Genoa or near there, August 20. We were unable to learn whether the little waif has a father or not--that is, whether it is legitimate.
MARRIED
YELM-CHRISTIANSEN; YELM-JOHNSON--County Judge Hudson pronouced the magic words Tuesday which made two couples, Chas. Yelm and Miss Christine Christiansen and Peter Yelm and Miss Agusta Johnson, man and wife. The parties all live on the Lookingglass, this county and the grooms are brothers.
SELDEN-DUFFY--W.R. Selden, formerly a resident of this county and employed at various places as a printer, was married last week in Omaha, the other party to the alliance being Miss May Duffy formerly of Platte Center.
DIED
SCHUBERT--Carl Schubert received the latter part of last week the sad intelligence of the death of his father, John Schubert. His demise occurred in Austria, on August 14, and he had reached the ripe old age of 71. Peace to his ashes.
The Columbus Journal, September 12, 1888
BIRTHS
GARLOW--September 10th, to Mrs. C. J. Garlow, a daughter.
NEWMAN--September 11th, to Mrs. Wm. J. Newman, a daughter.
LARSON--A Lookingglass patron of the Leader reports the birth of a nine pound boy in the family of Peter Larson, which causes great rejoicing for the reason that Mr. and Mrs. Larson have been married for eight years and this is the first child which has come to bless their home. Our reporter says that Peter had decided to dispose of one of his Nance county farms, but has concluded to hold it for the boy.--[Genoa Leader.]
DIED
HAMPTON--Dr. W.A. Hampton arrived from his call to Ohio Friday. He met his father alive, and was with him two days when his father exchanged this world for a better.--[Humphrey Democrat.]
The Columbus Democrat, September 14, 1888
BIRTHS
LARSON--A Lookingglass patron of the Leader reports the birth of a nine-pound boy in the family of Peter Larson, which causes great rejoicing for the reason that Mr. and Mrs. Larson have been married for eight years and this is the first child which has come to bless their home. Our reporter says that Peter had decided to dispose of one of his Nance county farms, but has concluded to hold it for the boy.--Genoa Leader.
GARLOW--Now that mother and child are doing well, the father, C.J. Garlow, is one of the happiest of men. The little girl came Monday and is the pride of its father's heart.
The Columbus Journal, September 19, 1888
BIRTHS
BECKER--September 13th, to Mrs. Wm. Becker, a daughter.
CARNAHAN--September 15th, to Mrs. W. H. Carnahan, a son.
COVERT--September 16th, to Mrs. Albert Covert, a son.
DIED
WILLY--Sept. 14th, of inflammation of the bowels, Mrs. Amanda Willy, aged 62 years. The funeral took place Sunday from the late residence of the deceased on Eleventh street, Rev. O. V. Rice officiating.
    The deceased came here a year ago last July, from Shelby county, Iowa.
The Columbus Democrat, September 21, 1888
DIED
SCHRIEBER--Wednesday afternoon, Adolph, son of Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Schrieber of Platte county, was taken violently ill with cramps. He rallied and seemed doing well, but at two o'clock Thursday morning was seized by them again and in a few minutes died. The little fellow was 2 years and 8 months old, the joy of his parents and a healthy looking, promising child. The bereaved parents have the sympathy of a large circle of friends in their sudden and sad loss.
BURROWS--Last Saturday Mr. and Mrs. James Burrows of Burrows township met a sad loss in the death of their 11-year-old son. The Democrat has no further particulars of the sad event. The bereaved family have the sympathy of the entire community.
WILLY--Died, on Friday, September 14, Mrs. Amanda Willy, aged 62 years, of inflammation of the bowels. The funeral took place on Sunday, Rev. O.V. Rice officiating. The deceased came to this city in July 1887 and has lived ever since with her two daughters who are running a millinery store on Eleventh street. The Democrat extends sympathies.
The Columbus Journal, September 26, 1888
BIRTHS
McTEGGART--Saturday, September 23d, to Mrs. Thomas McTeggard, a bouncing boy.
SNYDER--Monday, September 24th, to Mrs. Rev. Snyder, a son.
EMMERTON; JOHNSON; IRVIN--Mrs. Robert Emmerton and Mrs. J.M. Johnson have little daughters and Mrs. Jack Irvin a little son. [Palestine.]
MARRIED
BAUMAN-HASNER--Sept. 22d, at the residence of Wm. Bucher, by Judge J. Rickly, Mr. Daniel Bauman and Mrs. Marie Hasner, all of this county.
OURY-HAYMOND--Married, at Winterset, Iowa, Sept. 12, at the residence of the bride's mother, by Rev. Mr. Peck, Rev. T.A. Oury, pastor of the Baptist church at Palestine, and Miss Anna Haymond of Winterset, Iowa. [Palestine.]
DIED
SCHREIBER--William Schreiber lost one of his little boys on the 19th, caused by an affection resembling cramps. [Bismarck Township.]
WALSH--The infant son of Mrs. Walsh is at the point of death--probably not alive now. Mrs. Walsh's affliction is a peculiarly sad one, this being the third son she has buried in succession. Her other children are all daughters. [Palestine.]
The Columbus Democrat, September 28, 1888
MARRIED
BAUMAN-HOMER; ODENTHAL-HAMLING; GLATTER-ELLER--The matrimonial market has been on the decline for the past few weeks, but now as the cold weather is approaching County Judge Hudson is issuing quite a number of licenses.
    Mr. David Bauman and Miss Mary Homer, both of this county, were joined togetherby Justice Rickly, on Saturday, September 22.
    On September 25, Rev. Albermann of Grand Prairie township united in the bonds of holy matrimony, Theodore Odenthal and Miss Mary Hamling, both of Platte county.
    On the same date the Rev. Father Pacificus Kohnen, of this city, made man and wife, Will Glatter, of Polk county and Miss Mary Eller, of Colfax county.
    To all these couples The Democrat wishes a long and prosperous journey across the sea of matrimony.
SOUTH-HINMAN--Married, on Thursday, September 20, at Tremont, Ill., Mr. E.S. South of Humphrey, Neb., and Miss Etta Hinman, of the former place. Mr. South is one of the prominent business men of Humphrey while his bride is a sister of the Hinman Bros. of that town. The young couple have our best wishes for their future happiness.
DIED
GRAF--Last Thursday John Graf received a telegram summoning him to the sick-bed of his father at Sauck City, Wis. John left on the early Friday morning train, but before he reached his destination the old gentleman died, aged 74 years.
The Columbus Journal, October 3, 1888
BIRTHS
LUBKER--October 1st, to Mrs. Henry Lubker, a daughter.
MARRIED
BURKE-PARKER--Sept. 29th, by Rev. H. L. Powers, Joseph Burke and Mrs. C. G. Parker.
The Columbus Democrat, October 5, 1888
MARRIAGE LICENSES
Marriage licenses were issued by the county judge during the past week as follows:
    Mr. O. Schaecher and Miss Annie Borer.
    Mr. Fred J. Smith and Miss Theresia Fritchen.
    Mr. John J. Nielson and Miss Johanna C. Martins.
    Jos. Burke and Mrs. C.G. Parker, who were married on Sept. 29 by Rev. Powers in this city.
    Mr. Peter Peterson and Miss Bettie C. Person.
    Mr. George Merrell and Miss Mary Madery.
    Mr. Ilet Brochenhauf and Miss Reke Becher.
    Mr. Robert McAllister and Miss Martha Martin. The bride is on her way from Scotland to this country and the groom is anxiously awaiting her arrival.
    Mr. Bennet R. Steinbaugh and Miss Rose Osborne.
    The Democrat wishes them all abundant joy and happiness.
The Columbus Journal, October 10, 1888
BIRTHS
GILLESPIE--Mrs. Robert Gillespie has a son. [Palestine.]
MARRIED
STEINBAUGH-OSBORN--At the residence of the bride's father in Monroe, October 4th, by Rev. A. Henrich, Bennett R. Steinbaugh and Miss Rose Osborn.
The Columbus Democrat, October 12, 1888
BIRTHS
BOYD--Mr. and Mrs. R.C. Boyd welcomed a brand new baby girl at their home last Sunday.
MARRIED
SIEGENTHALER-JENGER--Mr. Charles Siegenthaler and Miss Emliea Jenger were united in matrimony October 6th, Rev. Fleischer performing the ceremony. The newly wedded couple have the best wishes of The Democrat.
The Columbus Journal, October 17, 1888
BIRTHS
BYRNES--Our worthy townsman, Barney Byrnes, is just now rejoicing over the fact that it is a boy this time; the little fellow is said to be of standard weight, and very promising. [Duncan.]
MARRIAGE INVITATIONS
SWARTSLEY-BURNS--Invitations were distributed Monday to the wedding of W.H. Swartsley of this county and Miss May Burns, Tuesday, Oct. 16, at the residence of the bride's parents, near Osceola. The Journal tenders its congratulations to the happy young couple and hopes their pathway through life may be ever pleasant, leading upward to the perfect day.
MARRIED
CAMP-BISSON--October 14th, at the residence of the bride's parents, George A. Camp and Miss Bertha A. Bisson.
VAN ZANDT-DE VRIES--Oct. 10, at their new residence in Shell Creek township, Mr. Esterd Van Zandt and Miss Hendrike De Vries. After an address by their pastor, Rev. H. P. Benthack, the ceremony was conducted by Rev. A. Henrich.
    This is a couple of most excellent young people. The officiating ministers, as well as all the friends present, showed a deep interest in their future happiness and prosperity.
ERNST-EISENMAN--Mr. Caesar Ernst of this neighborhood and Mary Eisenman of Loup township were joined in the holy bonds of matrimony last Thursday, Rev. E. Beck performing the ceremonies. [Duncan.]
DIED
RYAN--Rev. Father Ryan had a telegram Friday, announcing the death, by pneumonia, at Chicago, of one of his nephews, John, son of Joseph Ryan, aged eighteen, a fine young man.
The Columbus Democrat, October 19, 1888
MARRIED
SWARTSLEY-BURNS--Will H. Swartsley of this county and Miss Mary Burns of Polk county were married Tuesday at the home of the bride. Thursday afternoon a reception was given at J.C. Swartsley's home in Bismark township, which was attended by a large number of friends of the popular bride and groom and everybody enjoyed themselves in the festivities. The Democrat wishes the young couple all the happiness desirable. Will is a fine young man, and his bride a young lady every way worthy of her husband.
    [...and...]
J.C. Swartsley, wife and daughters, Sibyl and Walter Butler, May Reinke and Steve Waggoner attended the wedding near Osceola last Tuesday of Mr. W.H. Swartsley and Miss May Burns. [Punkin Ridge.]
WEEDMARK-RYAN--Mr. James A. Weedmark, a well-to-do merchant of Boone county, and Miss Jennie Ryan, of Santa Rosa, California, were united in marriage at the residence of Rev. H.L. Powers, pastor of the M.E. church, Thursday evening, October 18. The happy couple returned to Ackron, Boone county, on the evening train. We extend congratulations.
TASKER-HEATH--Married, Oct. 18, in Schuyler, by Rev. J.A. Hood, assisted by Rev. J.O. Tasker, father of the groom, Mr. J.E. Tasker, of Columbus and Miss Minnie L. Heath, of Manchester, N.H. Mrs. Tasker is a niece of Mrs. Hood and it is worthy of notice that her parents were married by Rev. Mr. Hood twenty-three years ago. Mr. and Mrs. Tasker will receive their friends at their home, Thursday evening Nov. 1st, and will be at home after that date. The Democrat extends congratulations to Mr. and Mrs. Tasker, and welcomes Mrs. Tasker to her new home.
AHRENS-WURDEMAN--John Ahrens and a daughter of Wm. Wurdeman were married Thursday afternoon. A large number of our citizens attended, and all report an enjoyable time.
DIED
FITZGERALD--Alice, wife of John Fitzgerald, living near Oconee, was called away last Tuesday afternoon to the Great Beyond. Mrs. Fitzgerald was a highly esteemed old lady with a large circle of friends, she having resided in this county for 18 years. Her son Thos. who lives at Larmie came down Thursday to attend his mother's funeral, which occurred at 3 o'clock, after which all that was mortal of this worthy woman was laid to rest in the Catholic cemetery in that neighborhood.
RYAN--Father Ryan of this city received word this week of the death of his nephew Jack Ryan, a fine young Chicago man of promise. His death occurred the 12th.
The Columbus Journal, October 24, 1888
MARRIED
PAYNE-PLUEGGE--Occt. 16th, by Rev. H. Fischer, Mr. Herbert Payne and Miss Helen Pluegge.
BROCKENHAUS-BECHER--Oct. 5th, by Rev. H. Fischer, Mr. Eilert Brockenhaus and Miss Rika Becher.
RILEY-HEIMBACH--Oct. 23d, at the Monastery, by Rev. Godfrey Hoelster, Mr. J. F. Riley of Norfolk, and Miss Maggie Heimbach of Genoa.
WEEDMARK-RYAN--Oct. 18th, by Rev. H. L. Powers of this city, at his residence James A. Weedmark, a prosperous merchant of Boone county, and Miss Jennie Ryan of Santa Rosa, California.
TASKER-HEATH--At Schuyler, Oct. 18th, by Rev. J. A. Hood, assisted by Rev. J. O. Tasker, father of the groom, Mr. J. E. Tasker of this city and Miss Minnie L. Heath, of Manchester, New Hamphshire.
    The Journal adds its congratulations to those of the host of friends of the happy couple.
    Mrs. Tasker is a niece of Mrs. Hood and it is worthy of notice that her parents were married by Rev. Mr. Hood. Mr. and Mrs. Tasker will receive their friends at their home Thursday evening Nov. 1st and will be at home after that date.
AHRENS-LOSEKE--At the Loseke Creek Lutheran church, Thursday, Oct. 19th, John Ahrens and Miss Lizzie Wurdemann, by Rev. H. Fischer.
    His words of kindess, advice and duty were touching as well as eloquent. After services, over three hundred friends and relatives repaired to the new and palatial residence of the groom, where they partook of an elegantly furnished supper, after which toasts, games and dancing were indulged in. Music for the dance was furnished by a local string band also a brass band from Leigh, which poured forth its melodious strains, to the edification of all present until the "wee small hours of morning," when they dispersed each to their quiet abodes, feeling that it was an honor as well as a pleasure to be a guest at such an elaborate wedding. The gifts were numerous, rare and costly.
DIED
CLARK--October 22d, of croup, Mary, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Edward Clark, aged four years.
    The funeral took place yesterday afternoon. The family have the sympathy of their friends in their grief. Two others of the children are ill.
EDWARDS--At Omaha, Oct. 19th, Dr. Wm. Edwards, late resident of Platte Center.
    The Doctor's death was the effect of an amputation several days since of one of his lower limbs. He had many personal friends in the county, who will miss him as an actaive, wide-awake citizen.
FITZPATRICK--At her residence near Oconee, this county, Tuesday afternoon last week, Alice, wife of John Fitzpatrick, aged 65 years.
    The deceased was born in Ireland, but at an early age moved to Cleveland, Ohio, with her parents.
    She was a much respected lady and beloved by all her acquaintances for her good deeds.
    She leaves, besides her afflicted husband, her children to mourn the loss of a loving parent: Thos. Fitzpatrick of Laramie, Mrs. C. A. Brindley of this city, Barney F., and James F. Fitzpatrick.
    The burial took place at the cemetery near Gleason's, Rev. Father Theodore of this city officiating.
CAIN--Thos. C. Cain of Genoa was in the city Monday on his way to Kearney, in consequence of a telegram received that in the hotel fire at that place, his father, Thomas Cain, had smothered to death. Mr. Cain was sixty-three years old, and had been in America seven years.
McCANN--The tragical death of a former citizen of this city is thus noted in the Omaha Herald of yesterday:
    "John McCann, for many years connected with the Union Pacific, and lately bridge foreman between Cheyenne and Laramie, was killed yesterday west of the former place. A blizzard was raging, and he was about the center of a bridge when an express train struck him. The remains will arrive here today on No. 4. One son, Thomas McCann, is in charge of switch engine 931 at South Omaha yards. Deceased was a brother-in-law to David and Jim Condon, contractors and graders."
The Columbus Democrat, October 26, 1888
MARRIED
CAMP-BENSON--George A. Camp, of Platte Center, was married to Miss Bertha A. Benson, of Bismark, at the residence of the bride's parents, on Sunday afternoon, by the Rev. John Crews. A goodly number of friends of both groom and bride were in attendance, and a number of ornamental and useful presents were given the newly wedded couple as a token of the high esteem in which they are held by their neighbors.--Platte Center Argus.
RILEY-HEIMBACH--Married, at the Catholic church in this city, on Tuesday, October 23, Mr. John F. Riley, of Norfolk, and Miss Maggie Heimbach, of Genoa. Both groom and bride are well known around here and have a large circle of friends. They took the afternoon train for Sioux City, where the groom's parents live, and after making a wedding trip of a couple of weeks they will make their home at Norfolk. The Democrat joins in with their numerous friends and wishes them happiness and prosperity all through life.
ROE-GAILORD--Although a little late The Democrat is glad to chronicle the marriage of Dr. L.E. Roe, of this city and Mrs. Martha Gailord, of Council Bluffs, which took place at Chicago on Oct. 6th. Mrs. Roe is the daughter of one of Council Bluffs' most prominent practitioners, Dr. R. Rice, and a very accomplished lady, while the groom is one of our most esteemed citizens. The doctor and his bride arrived in Columbus Saturday evening. The Democrat bespeaks a hearty welcome for Mrs. Roe in our midst and wishes the couple abundant joy and happiness.
DIED
EDWARDS--Died, at St. Joseph's hospital in Omaha, on Friday, October 19, Dr. Wm. Edwards, of Platte Center, aged about 50 years.
    Dr. Edwards was an Englishman by birth and came over to this country about 17 years ago and engaged in the practice of medicine in the city of Omaha, at that time a thriving new city. After living there for several years and being very successful he came further west and opened an office at Platte Center, of which town he was one of the first settlers. As a physician he was in great demand and he was generally well liked. About ten years ago during a fire at Omaha he hurt his knee in some manner and during the past few years he suffered considerable from the injuries sustained. Until a year ago he was able to be around but since then was confined to his room. A few weeks ago it was deemed necessary to amputate his wounded leg and the doctor went to Omaha to undergo the operation. The week before last the painful operation was performed, but it proved too much for the poor sufferer and Mr. Edwards died on the 19th.
    The deceased leaves a wife, a son and a little daughter.
    His remains were interred at Prospect Hill cemetery, in Omaha and the following friends of Dr. Edwards attended the funeral: John Eusden of Columbus, and Wm. Bloedorn, E.S. Phillips, J.A. Kehoe, John Macken and George Sheidel of Platte Center.
    In his death Platte county loses one of her most esteemed citizens and his demise will be felt greatly in the community where he lived so long.
McCANN--John McCann, a former citizen of Columbus, for many years connected with the Union Pacific, and lately bridge foreman between Cheyenne and Larmie, was killed Monday west of the former place. A blizzard was raging and he was about the center of a bridge when an express train struck him. One son, Thos McCann, is in charge of a switch engine 931 at South Omaha yards. Deceased was a brother-in-law to David and Jim Condon, contractors and graders. The remains of the unfortunate man were shipped to Omaha for interment.
CAIN--T.C. Cain, of Genoa, was in the city Monday en-route to Kearney in response to a telegram announcing that his father was smothered to death during a fire in a hotel there. The old gentleman was sixty-three years old and had been in this country seven years.
The Columbus Journal, October 31, 1888
MARRIED
SHUTT-DIETRICHS--October 30th, at the residence of the bride's parents in this city, by Judge H. J. Hudson, Mr. F. Shutt of Butler county, and Miss Dora, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Dietrichs.
    The Journal tenders the happy couple congratulations with good wishes for their future welfare.
DIED
CLARK--October 26th, of diptheria, Lottie, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Ed. Clark, aged three years.
CAIN--T.C. Cain returned Friday evening from Kearney where he had been called by the death of his father. His arm was slightly burned, but it is probable that, owing to suffocation, by smoke, he was unconscious. The fire occurred at two o'clock in the night.
DAVIS--October 27th, of lung fever, Evan Davis of Joliet township.
    Four months ago Mrs. Davis departed this life.
LOSEKE--October 27th, Gerhard Loseke of Colfax county, aged 57 years.
    Mr. Loseke (father of Mrs. Otto Heuer of this city) was a native of Oldenburg, Germany, and had lived in Nebraska about five years.
GATES--At his residence two miles south of Richland, Oct. 27, 10:30 p.m., of congestion of the lungs, Isaac D. Gates, aged 63 years, 6 months and 10 days.
    The funeral, which was large, took place from the Baptist church in this city, the remains being laid to rest in the Columbus cemetery. Rev. A. W. Snider preached the sermon from the text: "I shall be satisfied when I awake with they likeness."--Ps. 17:15.
    The deceased leaves a widow and two sons, grown to manhood.
    He was a native of New York state, and removed to Nebraska in 1880, settling first in Platte county near Duncan where he lived three years and then removed to his late residence. We learn that he joined the Baptist church at the age of 21, and that he had ever since lived a consistent christian life. To the world in general he was known as a quiet, unassuming man attending to his own business thoroughly--a good man in every relation of life. Peace to his memory.
DAVIS--Hugh Hughes attended the funeral of his brother-in-law Evan Davis, and returned home yesterday.
The Columbus Democrat, November 2, 1888
MARRIED
SCHUTT-DIETRICH--Last Tuesday Mr. Frank Schutt and Miss Dora Dietrich were united in marriage. County Judge Hudson performed the ceremony in the Maennerchor Hall. The happy couple, surrounded by relatives and friends kept up merry-making all day and late in the evening. A Democrat reporter dropping in late in the evening and found, undoubtedly, the most enoyable company within a radius of fifty miles. We wish the bride and groom "Lebe hohe."
The Columbus Journal, November 7, 1888
BIRTHS
JENKINSON--October 26th, to Mrs. R. Jenkinson, a son.
MARRIED
WHEELER-HARTMAN--At the Court House, Nov. 1st, by H. J. Hudson, county judge, Edward Wheeler and Miss Rosette Hartman, both of Madison county.
ANTRIM-PETTIJOHN--Same date and place, by same, Geo. E. Antrim and Miss Lena Pettijohn, both of Merrick county.
SCHWARTZ-RUNGE--Nov. 3d, at same place, by same, Fritz Schwartz and Miss Bertha Runge, both of Platte county.
SIBBERNESEN-JENSEN--Tomorrow afternoon at the residence of the bride's sister in Omaha, I. Sibbernsen, the popular deputy county treasurer, is to be married to Miss D. Jensen of Omaha. The happy couple, for whom the Journal wishes all possible earthly happiness, will make this city their future home.
?-HUNNEMAN--Miss Mamie, daughter of Wm. Hunneman, formerly of this city, was recently married in Chicago. We did not learn the name of the fortunate man. Miss Hunneman was a very amiable and accomplished young lady.
DIED
BLASSER--November 2d, of heart disease, the widow of the late John Blasser, aged 64 years.
    The funeral took place Sunday from her late residence, Rev. Fleischer of this city officiating. A large concourse of friends, including many from this city, attended the funeral.
NELSON--The aged mother of Mr. Sven Nelson was buried two weeks ago. [Palestine.]
The Columbus Democrat, November 9, 1888
DIED
LUSCHEN--Henry Luschen, of Shell Creek precinct, an old settler of Platte county, aged 63 years, died on Wednesday last at his home, leaving a wife and 8 children. Mr. Luschen came to this county in 1856 and was one of our most respected citizens. He will be buried to-day. The Democrat regrets his loss and sympathises with his numerous friends.
BLASER--Last Friday, November 2, Mrs. John Blaser of this county died of heart disease, aged 64 years. The funeral took place Sunday from her old residence, Rev. Fleischer officiating. The Democrat extends sympathy to the relatives and friends of the deceased.
The Columbus Journal, November 14, 1888
BIRTHS
HOAG--November 13th, to Mrs. L. M. Hoag, a daughter.
DIED
BURROWS--Nov. 10th, Rachel Burrows, wife of James Burrows.
    The deceased was highly respected and much beloved by all who know her. She had resided in Platte county eighteen years.
LUSCHE--November 7th, after a few days' illness, at his residence on Shell Creek, Henry Lusche, aged 65 years, 5 months and 7 days.
    The remains were interred at the cemetery near the Lutheran church Nov. 9th, Rev. Chris. Moessner preaching the funeral serman.
    Mr. Lusche was born at Sage, Oldenburg, Germany, and immigrated to America in 1852, coming to Nebraska in 1856, and was one of the first settlers of Platte county. How highly the deceased was respected by all who knew him was shown by the large number of friends who followed his remains to their final resting place; the funeral train was probably the largest ever wetnessed [sic] in this vicininy [sic]. The deceased was in good circumstances owning one of the largest farms on Shell Creek. He leaves a widow and 8 children, 5 sons and 3 daughters to mourn his loss.
CLOTHER--But a short time ago the little son of M.E. Clother, was taken ill, it wasn't considered very bad at first, but it grew worse from day to day; Dr. O'Key and also Dr. Martyn of Columbus were called, and everything was done that was possible to cure the little fellow, but all of no avail. He grew worse from the start, and lingered until Sunday evening when he breathed his last. It was a sad blow to the bereaved parents, but they were not alone in their sorrow, the whole community joined them. The remains were interred Tuesday.--[Platte Center News.]
The Columbus Democrat, November 16, 1888
DIED
BURROWS--Mrs. Rachel Burrows, wife of James Burrows of Burrows township, died last Saturday. She leaves eight children and a husband to mourn her irreparable loss. The deceased had lived in this county for eighteen years, and her large circle of friends will miss her sadly, while her motherless children are deprived of the counsel and tender care of a loving mother. The funeral was held Sunday, and hundreds of friends from far and near were there to pay the last tribute of respect to a worthy woman.
The Columbus Journal, November 21, 1888
MARRIED
HOLLY-HUNNEMAN--The marriage of Miss May Hunneman formerly of this place (and referred to in a recent Journal took place Sept. 5th, at Chicago, Ill. William T. Holly is the name of the fortunate husband, and the Journal, with its many readers acquainted with the accomplished young lady, will wish her and her husband a happy life's journey together. [Humphrey.]
DUNLAP-PLUMB--Today, Wednesday, Nov. 21st, '88, 3 o'clock p.m. at the residence of Mr. John Plumb, near Burrow's station, Neb., Mr. R.B. Dunlap and Miss Mary A. Plumb, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. John Plumb, are to be married. The Journal tenders congratulations in advance of the event, and wishes the happy young couple the best of earth's joys to mortals. [Humphrey.]
DIED
SPOERRY--November 16th, of old age, Mrs. Barbara Spoerry, aged 85 years, 1 month.
    The deceased had for many years lived with her son, Henry T., besides whom she leaves to mourn her loss, Dr. E. Hoehen, Dr. G. Spoerry of Idaho, Mrs. C. Bodmer of Grand Prairie, Neb., and Mrs. L. Miley of California.
    The funeral took place, in this city Sunday, Rev. Fleischer officiating.
DINEEN--November 17th, of heart disease, Mrs. Michael Dineen of this city.
    She had only recently removed to the city from the country. Her husband, who died several years ago, was one of the first settlers of Platte county.--The funeral took place Monday, a large number of friends following the body to its last resting place.
RENTCHLER--John Rentchler, of Cornlea, died Tuesday, of typhoid fever. Mr. Rentchler's family has been sick, and worn out by constant watching and administering to the sick, he fell an easy victim to the disease. The neighbors have kindly assisted during the sickness, and sympathize deeply with the afflicted family in their bereavement.--[Humphrey Ind.]
ROSSITER--The many friends of the family will sympathize with Mr. and Mrs. R.L. Rossiter of Platte Center, in the death of their little son "Buddie," on Monday.
The Columbus Democrat, November 23, 1888
MARRIAGE LICENSES
The marriage license business has been good the past week.
    County Judge Hudson licenses William W. Eby to wed Edna S. Platt. Both are of Merrick county.
    Robert B. Dunlap received a permit to marry Mary A. Plumb, both of Platte county.
    George A. Ward of Atchison, Kansas, was given permission to espouse Kate D. Clark of Merrick county, and the ceremony was performed on the 20th by Rev. James M. Ryan of this city.
    Peter Dishner has the sanction of His Honor to marry Katie B. Vogel, both of Platte county.
    License was issued to George J. Wacker and Mary Engel of Platte county, on the 20th.
    On the 22d the judge's purse was weighted with a dollar and a half paid by Anton Rosenthal for a permit to lead Sophie Herman to the altar.
    The Democrat extends congratulations to all the contracting parties, and suggests that they begin married life aright by subscribing for it's modest self.
DIED
DINEEN--Mrs. Michael Dineen died in this city last Saturday. She had been a widow for several years. Her funeral which took place Monday was largely attended.
ROSSIETER--The little six-years old son of R.L. Rossieter of Platte Center, died last Sunday, and was buried Wednesday. The little fellow was the only boy in the family, and his parents' pride. They feel their loss deeply, and their many friends mourn with them.
SPOERRY--Barbara Spoerry, aged 85 years, mother of Henry T. Spoerry of this city, died last Friday. She leaves quite a number of relatives in this vicinity and elsewhere.
The Columbus Journal, November 28, 1888
BIRTHS
MARTIN--Nov. 23d, to Mrs. C. E. Martin, a son.
JUDD--Mr. and Mrs. J.J. Judd have a young daughter. [Monroe.]
MARRIED
DUNLAP-PLUMB--November 21st, at the residence of the bride's parents, and in the presence of a number of relatives and near friends of the family, by Rev. Crewes, Robert B. Dunlap and Miss Mary A. Plumb, all of Platte county.
    A very elegant supper was served, and the evening passed in singing, dancing and pleasant converse. The bride received a number of handsome and useful presents.
    With their hosts of friends, the Journal joins in wishing the happy young couple long life and unalloyed bliss.
DIED
CARRIG--Near Platte Center, November 24th, Maurice, son of James Carrig.
    The deceased was well and favorably known here and in Omaha, where, last year, he graduated in a business college.
The Columbus Democrat, November 30, 1888
BIRTHS
MARTIN--A bright little boy baby, the first born, came to the home of Mr. and Mrs. C.S. Martin last Friday morning. The little fellow asked for the election returns the first thing, and was woefully disappointed at Cleveland's defeat, as the [boy] is a howling democrat.
MARRIED
HAGEL-SCHWADER--Mr. Frank A. Hagel, William Becker's accomodating clerk, and Miss Clara Schwader of this city, were married Wednesday, November 28, at 10 a.m. The ceremony was performed at the St. Bonaventura Catholic church, Father Pacificus officiating. We wish the young couple many happy returns of the day.
DIED
RENTSCHLER--Last week we chronicled the death of John Rentschler, the blacksmith of Cornlea, and this week the sad intelligence comes to us that Jacob, a 9-year-old son, died Monday night and was buried Wednesday; also that Mary, a daughter aged about 17, is very low and cannot live. The disease is typhoid fever, and the afflicted family have the heart-felt sympathy of the community.--[Humphrey Republican.]
ABART--Henry Abart, for many years a resident of Colfax county, living near Benton, died last Friday night. Abart had been on a protracted spree, and on the night of the Sunday before his death started for Schuyler. He was not seen until the following Tuesday morning, when a man living near Schuyler found him near a haystack in an unconscious condition. Near him were two jugs, one of which was empty and the other about half filled with whisky. The empty jug had also contained the Kentucky fluid. Abart lingered from that time until Friday last, when he died, the victim of his own appetite.
CARRIG--Maurice, aged 24, son of James Carrig died at his father's house in Lost Creek township, last Saturday. The funeral services were held at St. Patrick's church, south of Platte Center, Sunday last. The family have the sympathy of The Democrat in their hour of bereavement.
The Columbus Journal, December 5, 1888
MARRIED
BENNETT-THEINHARDT--Married, on the 26th ult. at Wm. Stevens', the home of the bride's parents, by Justice McClung, Mr. Geo. Bennett and Mrs. Belle Theinhardt, both of this place.--[Schuyler Sun.]
DIED
FREESE--Tuesday, November 27th, '88, Martin Freese, aged 61 years.
LEMP--The remains of father Lemp, one of the first settlers of this neighborhood, were put to their last resting place Saturday last. The deceased was nearly eighty years old and widely known. [Duncan.]
OLSON--Hans Olson lost a little 14 months boy on Saturday last. This is the sixth child Mr. and Mrs. Olson have lost since coming to Nebraska; they have three left out of nine. The bereaved family have the sympathy of the entire community in their sad loss.--[Lindsay Sentinel.]
The Columbus Democrat, December 7, 1888
BIRTHS
BOETTCHER--Mr. and Mrs. August Boettcher are rejoicing the arrival of a little baby boy at their home last Monday.
MARRIED
BENNETT-CANAVAN--Miss Nellie Canavan formerly a teacher in the public schools of this city, was married November 28, last, to Hiram Bennett, jr. The couple reside in Leadville.
The Columbus Journal, December 12, 1888
MARRIED
BENNET-CANAVAN--A card received announces that Mr. and Mrs. H.P. Bennet, jr., will be at home at Glenwood Springs, Colo., after Dec. 15th, 1888. The marriage of Miss Nellie J. Canavan, formerly of this city, to Mr. Bennet, took place at Leadville, Colo., Nov. 28th, 1888. Her many friends here will wish the amiable and talented lady long life and abundant happiness with her chosen partner for life's journey.
DIED
BURROWS--The funeral of Mrs. Burrows was the largest the writer ever saw anywhere in the country. Mrs. B. was respected by all.
The Columbus Democrat, December 14, 1888
MARRIAGE LICENSES
Marriage licenses were issued to the following parties during the past week:
    Louie Grotelushen of Colfax county to Miss Rosa Rickert of Platte county.
    Nels Larsen to Miss Elenor Hansen both of this county.
    Alex T. Wilson to Miss Sarah C. Becker, both of Boone county.
MARRIED
GEMBERG-HANSON--Fred Gemberg and Miss Wilhelmina Hanson were married at West Hill last Saturday, by the Rev. C.F. Grauce. The young couple have the best wishes of The Democrat.
DIED
CLOTHER--The eight-year-old son of Mahlon Clother of Platte Center, died last Monday morning of diphtheria. The funeral was held Tuesday. The family have the sympathy of their many friends in Columbus.
SCOTT--The ten-year-old child of Charles Scott died this morning.
The Columbus Journal, December 19, 1888
BIRTHS
CHAMBERS--Monday, Dec. 17th, to Mrs. Stella Chambers, a daughter.
DIED
KAVANAUGH--At Platte Center, Thursday, Dec. 13th, Willie, son of Mr. and Mrs. D. C. Kavanaugh.
    The distressed parents have the heartfelt sympathy of all their acquaintances, in the loss of their bright little boy.
WARNICK--Monday noon, Dec. 17th, of injuries received at the burning of her dwelling on the 7th, Mrs. John Warnick, aged 30 years.
    The deceased leaves a husband and four young children to mourn their irreparable loss.
The Columbus Democrat, December 21, 1888
BIRTHS
CHAMBERS--The population of Columbus was increased last Monday, December 17, by the arrival of a little girl baby at the home of Mr. and Mrs. E.H. Chambers. It came near being a Christmas present.
MARRIAGE LICENSES
On account of the warm weather the matrimonial market has suffered as well as other lines of business. Only one license was issued during the past week. William Bornemann and Miss Maggie Gragert, both of this county, were given permission to tie up for life.
DIED
KAVANAUGH--Death invaded the home of Mr. and Mrs. D.C. Kavanaugh of Platte Center, last Friday morning, and claimed for its own little curly headed Willie, their three year old son. The bright little fellow was the idol of his parent's hearts, beloved and guarded as one of the brightest jewels in the family casket, on whom parental love was bestowed, until they felt that it folded around him as a mantel to protect him from all harm; but, alas! Human foresight is vulnerable, and jealously guarded centers of hope are oft selected by Omnipotence for purposes unknown to the spirit of mortals, but destined for the best interests of the beloved object. Sympathizing words may sooth the bleeding sounds, but an aching void remains in the hearts of those who loved him best, and nothing remains but the sweet memory of an innocent little child.
    Diphtheria was the cause of his decease, and little Willie was laid to rest last Saturday, in the cemetery best known as Father Ryan's Burying Ground.
MEAD--Special telegrams to the Omaha papers tell of a double tragedy in which Stephen Mead, formerly a resident of this city, does the heavy villain act. The report is as follows:
    "A shocking murder and suicide occurred to day near McCann, in the central portion of the county. Stephen Mead, who has heretofore been looked upon as an esteemed citizen, murdered his wife and afterwards killed himself. This is all the more deplorable as they leave four small children, the youngest only three weeks old. It seems for some time there have been domestic wrangles in the family, Mead being of an extremely jealous disposition. This morning a little son told him his mother said she was going to leave him. He went to his wife and asked her if this was so. She told him it was. Mead at once drew a revolver, and in the presence of his children, shot her through the head, causing almost instant death. Finding her dead he turned the pistol upon himself and emptied the remaining chambers into his body. This not causing death, he secured his shotgun, and placing the muzzle beneath his chin, fired, making a ghastly wound, he staggered from the house, and fell in the garden, where he soon expired. The oldest children gave the alarm to the neighbors, but when they arrived it was only to find the dead bodies of the murderer and his victim."
    Mead was an insanely jealous man, and it is said that at one time he gave his wife poison but failed to kill her. She then left him, but with a woman's weakness yielded finally to his appeals, and returned to live with him, only to become his victim as above related.
    Mrs. Mead was a sister of Lee McFarland, for some years an employe of the Journal of this city.
WARNICK--Mrs. John Warnick, who was so badly burned December 7, died last Monday noon, after suffering for ten long days.
    She leaves five little children to mourn her loss. Mr. Warnick is a steady, industrious man, but his wages are small, and the loss of his house and its contents by the fire which proved so fatal to his wife, render the family fit objects for relief. Much in this line has already been done by kind hearted people, and more will be done as it is needed. Columbus citizens respond quickly to calls of charity, and this case is no exception.
The Columbus Journal, December 26, 1888
BIRTHS
BARNHART--Friday, Dec. 21st, to Mrs. G. W. Barnhart, a son.
DIED
ERNST--Monday, 2 o'clock a.m., Jacob, infant son of Mr. and Mrs. J. A. Ernst, aged three months.
    The afflicted parents have the sincere sympathy of all their friends and acquaintances in their hour of affliction.
MEAD--A special to the Bee from Valentine of the 19th says: "A shocking murder and suicide occurred today near McCann, in the central portion of the county. Stephen Mead, who has heretofore been looked upon as an esteemed citizen, murdered his wife and afterwards killed himself. This is all the more deplorable as they leave four small children, the youngest only three weeks old. It seems that for some time there have been domestic wranglings in the family, Mead being of an extremely jealous disposition. This morning a little son told him his mother said she was going to leave him. He went to his wife and asked her if this was so. She told him it was. Mead at once drew a revolver, and in the presence of his children, shot her through the head, causing almost instant death. Finding her dead he turned the pistol upon himself and emptied the remaining chambers into his body. This not causing death, he secured his shotgun, and placing the muzzle under his chin, fired, making a ghastly wound; he staggered from the house and fell in the garden, where he soon expired. The oldest children gave the alarm to the neighbors, but when they arrived it was only to find the dead bodies of the murderer and his victim."
    Mead and his wife were former residents of Columbus.
KARGES--The remains of Mrs. Annie Karges, wife of Martin Karges, of Silver Creek, were brought here for interment last Sunday. Funeral services were held at the Monastery church with burial at the Catholic cemetery. The husband has the sympathy of many friends in his bereavement.
NIEMAN--Miss Julia, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. John Nieman of Schuyler, died at that place Dec. 15th, aged 18 yrs., 5 mos. and 29 dys. Her fatal illness was contracted on the night of Nov. 13th, while attending a political rally on the streets of Schuyler. She was a young lady very much esteemed by all her acquaintances.
Some of the five or six children that died at Platte Center were so beautiful that the writer--an old man--does not remember having seen one like the little son of Mr. Kavanaugh, for instance. No wonder that parents should grieve deeply. Affliction calls for sympathy and elicits it too, and thus humankind--estranged by selfishness--is knit together with love. Charity blesses two at once--the donor and the recipient. By the way, Platte county has a good many rich, old men and ladies. They have been gathering all their life time, that children are provided for, have perhaps already more than is good for them. Should not these old people begin now to scatter seeds of kindness all along the way? "for not our property, but our works should follow us," as the good old book says.
    God bless the Columbus people for the aid rendered to the Warnick family, and the Platte Center people for the help tendered to Mrs. Timothy, a poor widow who also lost one of her children. Young Cauker Carrig collected for her and found willing hearts. [Shell Creek.]
The Columbus Democrat, December 28, 1888
BIRTHS
KNOX--Born, to Rev. Knox and wife, Saturday last, a fine girl baby.
MARRIED
NELSON-MARTINSON--John Nelson and Hannah Martinson, residents of northwestern Platte county, were married last week, J.C. Caldwell tying the knot.
DIED
LAKOMAN--Mr. Paul Lakoman, living about one and one-half miles northwest of Platte Center, laid to rest an eight-year-old girl last Saturday. Diphtheria was the cause of her death. He has three more children who are very low with the same disease.
HANSON--Mrs. Andrew Hanson, residing in the neighborhood of Lindsay, died last Monday. Diphtheria was the cause. She leaves three small children.

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