The Columbus Journal, September 2, 1891
BIRTHS
GASS--Born, Saturday, to Mrs. Samuel Gass, a daughter.MARRIAGE LICENSES
Marriage licenses have recently been issued to Wm Abrahamson and Miss Mary Bellen; George Cleveland and Miss Ellen M. Verrah.Marriage licenses have been issued to Andrew Leas and Miss Anna Starces; Thos. Teten and Miss Martha Will.
DIED
MURDOCK--Mr. and Mrs. William Murdock have the sympathy of this entire community in the loss by diphtheria of their bright little daughter Lottie, aged five years. Mother and children were visiting friends at Genoa, where the child took sick, and death taking place Thursday. The remains were brought down Friday and placed in the Columbus cemetery.KOZEL--Bart Kozel, a young lad of Polk county, was kicked in the chest by a horse and died just as he got out of the stable.
The Columbus Weekly Telegram, September 3, 1891
BIRTHS
LEWIS--W.H. Lewis, the Olive street stock buyer, seems to be dealing in something besides cattle. Yesterday he added to his family a ten pound boy, but he does not propose to place him on the Omaha markets. Here's to the new son.MARRIED
TETEN-WILL--Judge Hensley married a young couple yesterday and thereby dangles a romantic tale. The couple were Thomas Teten, aged 21 years, and Martha Will, about six years younger. Some time ago they came to him and wanted him to "tie the knot that binds," but he declined and told the would-be bride that she must bring her parents consent. They were disappointed in having to wait but went home and the next day returned with Miss Martha's parents. By this time our sober and thoughtful judge had given the subject much thought and study, and after consulting several law books decided that he could not marry them on account of the girl's youth. Thus the nearly married couple wended their way homeward disappointed a second time. Saturday they made the third and last and more successful. They were accompanied by both their parents and upon their urgent requests his honor granted the anxious couple a license and pronounced the ceremony that united them in the bonds that are not to be severed until cold, grim death issues his license as a passport into the great beyond.BAIRD-SOWARD--The marriage of George M. Baird and Miss Laura Soward was solemnized last Tuesday evening at the residence of the bride's parents, Mr. and Mrs. D.B. Soward, in Albion, Mr. Soward performing the ceremony. Mr. Baird is the popular mail clerk on the Albion passenger train, and has many friends here who extend congratulations.
DIED
MURDOCK--Yesterday afternoon Will Murdock received a telegram from Genoa, announcing the death of his little 5-year-old daughter, Lottie, which occurred Thursday. With the mother and sister she had been visiting in Genoa, and was taken sick with what was pronounced quinsy and tonsilitis, but which finally developed into a malignant form of diphtheria. The little sufferer was sick but a few days, and her deat is a sad blow to the sorrow-stricken parents, who have the sympathy of the entire community. The remains will be brought to this city today, but we are not informed as to the time of the funeral.
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The funeral of little Lottie Murdock occurred yesterday afternoon. The services were conducted at the grave by Rev. O.A. Elliott.KOSEL--Bartholomew Kosel, a 15-year-old son of a farmer living south of the Platte in Polk county, was kicked in the breast by a horse and almost instantly killed. He was passing behind the horses in the stable when one of them kicked him and he lived only to get out of the stable.
The Columbus Journal, September 9, 1891
MARRIED
BAIRD-SOWARDS--George Baird, postal clerk on the branch from here to Albion, and Miss Laura Sowards of Albion were married Sept. 1st, at the residence of the bride's parents.DIED
BANDUR--A child of Thomas Bandur, aged two months, that took sick Sunday week, died Wednesday night, and was buried Thursday. This is the fourth child that these parents have lost, when their children were from a few weeks to a few months old.HAIGHT--Sir Knight, Benj. F. Haight of David City, died on Friday morning. The Knights Templar of this city, in uniform, attended his funeral on Sunday.
WALGRAF--At Lincoln on Saturday Mrs. Rose Walgraf a former resident of Columbus, suicided by chloroform. She will be remembered as the divorced wife of John Walgraf.
TURNER--Tuesday morning, September 8, 1891, at 7:30, Allen C. Turner, aged 82 years, 15 days.
Our father was born August 25, 1809, in Frederick county, Maryland. At the age of 12 he went with his parents to Belmont county, Ohio, settling at Flushing, where he lived to early manhood.
At St. Clairsville, Ohio, he learned the art of printing as practiced in those days. Afterward he taught school, preparing himself meanwhile for the practice of law. He was married, near Cadiz, Ohio, September 7, 1837, to Margaret T., daughter of Dr. Moses Kennedy. In his younger manhood he was associated in the practice of his profession with many who afterwards were noted for ability and integrity, among whom he was reckoned worthy of all honor, for his exceeding modesty, his fairness in practice, and his inflexible integrity. These qualities, added to a judgment of remarkable clearness when applied to points of law, made him a formidable competitor, especially when his sympathies were more than usually aroused by the circumstances surrounding his client.
He measured his words carefully; he was deliberate; it was evident always that he fully meant exactly what he said. He feared no man, so far as was ever known.
Of his associates of those days, Edwin M. Stanton, Chauncey Dewey, Wilson Shannon, Benjamin S. Cowen, Thomas L. Jewett, John A. Bingham, only the last survives at his home in Cadiz, Ohio.
He was honored time and again by his fellow citizens, being elected as prosecuting attorney of Harrison county several terms and probate judge for fourteen years.
In 1871, he removed with his family, to Columbus, Nebraska, where, the year before, he had cast his business lot in becoming one of the proprietors of the Columbus Journal, with which he has ever since been connected.
He has failed in strength a year past, but was able to be up and around until two weeks since, when he lay down never to again rise and walk. He breathed his last as quietly as a child would go to sleep, seemingly suffering no pain during his last days, far less than on many days during his life, for at middle age he suffered excruciating torments from infirmities that afterwards left him.
His beloved companion, his son Cowan, his daughters, Kate Sampson and Rena Slemmons, have preceded him to the spirit world, while those who are left to mourn the loss of an indulgent father are M.K. Turner, J.A. Turner, Mary Turner and Frank C. Turner of this city; Mrs. Priscilla George, of Perry, Iowa, Mrs. Alice McKinney of St. Joseph, Mo., George W. Turner, now at Lords, England, Mrs. Bettie Jenkins of Kalamazoo, Nebraska.
The funeral will take place tomorrow, (Thursday) at 3 p.m.
The Columbus Weekly Telegram, September 10, 1891
BIRTHS
LUBKEN; CAFFERY--Henry Lubken is now the proud father of a litte son, who made his debut into this "vale of tears" Sunday morning. Perhaps it is too late for congratulations. September 9 will hereafter be known as the birthday of a little daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Pat Caffery.MARRIAGE LICENSES
Andrew Leas, Platte county, 23; Miss Anna Starcez, Platte county, 23.
Thomas Teten, Platte county, 21; Miss Martha Will, Platte county, 16.DIED
TURNER--Early Tuesday morning occurred the death of Allen C. Turner, for twenty years an honored and respected citizen of Columbus. He departed this life at 7:30, aged 82 years and 15 days. The Journal has kindly allowed us to copy what it will say of Mr. Turner this morning as follows:
"Our father was born August 25, 1809, in Fredrick county, Maryland. At the age of 12 he went with his parents to Belmont county, Ohio, settling at Flushing, where he lived to early manhood.
At St. Clairsville, Ohio, he learned the art of printing as practiced in those days. Afterward he taught school, preparing himself meanwhile for the practice of law. He was married, near Cadiz, Ohio, September 7, 1837, to Margaret T., daughter of Dr. Moses Kennedy. In his younger manhood he was associated in the practice of his profession with many who afterwards were noted for ability and integrity, among whom he was reckoned worthy of all honor, for his exceeding modesty, his fairness in practice, and his inflexible integrity. These qualities, added to a judgment of remarkable clearness when applied to points of law, made him a formidable competitor, especially when his sympathies were more than usually aroused by the circumstances surrounding his client.
He measured his words carefully; he was deliberate; it was evident always that he fully meant exactly what he said. He feared no man, so far as was ever known.
Of his associates of those days, Edwin M. Stanton, Chauncey Dewey, Wilson Shanon, Benjamin S. Cowen, Thomas L. Jewett, John A. Bingham, only the last survives at his home in Cadiz, Ohio.
He was honored time and again by his fellow citizens, being elected as prosecuting attorney of Harrison county several terms and probate judge for fourteen years.
In 1871, he removed with his family, to Columbus, Nebraska, where, the year before, he had cast his business lot in becoming one of the proprietors of the Columbus Journal, with which he has ever since been connected.
He has failed in strength a year past, but was able to be up and around until two weeks since, when he lay down never to again rise and walk. He breathed his last as quietly as a child would go to sleep, seemingly suffering no pain during his last days, far less than on many days during his life, for at middle age he suffered excruciating torments from infirmities that afterwards left him.
His beloved companion, his son Covan, his daughters, Kate Sampson and Rena Slemmons, have preceded him to the spirit world, while those who are left to mourn the loss of an indulgent father are M.K. Turner, J.A. Turner, Mary Turner and Frank C. Turner of this city; Mrs. Pricilla George, of Percy, Iowa, Mrs. Alice McKinney of St. Joseph, Mo., George W. Turner, now at Leads, England, Mrs. Bettie Jenkins of Kalamazoo, Nebraska.
The funeral will take place tomorrow, Thursday, at 3 p.m., from the residence.
The writer had but slight acquaintance with the deceased, as he has been aabout but very little since our residence in thiscity, but knew him as a pleasant, agreeable old gentleman, with a kind word and cheerful smile for everybody. To the bereaved family, we extend our heart felt sympathy, knowing that they will sadly miss their aged father, now that he has passed to the great beyond.FROM--A second child of Christ From died Friday and was buried yesterday, and we understand still another one is quite sick. Truly this family is being sorely afflicted.
HEIGHT--Gethsemane Chapter, No. 21, Knights Templar will drive overland to David City today to attend the funeral of B.F. Height, a brother Knight, who lived near David City. He was about 45 years old and died Friday morning. The York commandery will also attend.
HAJACK--Mrs. Joseph Hajack, of Schuyler, died yesterday morning. Her husband awoke at an early hour and found her dead in bed. It is thought that the cause of her death was heart disease.
RILEY--A 9-year-old daughter of J.H. Riley, living in Grant precinct, Colfax county, died Tuesday from the effects of jumping off the end of a culvert near her father's home. With several other children, she had often done this before but never with any serious results.
MURDOCK--The Telegram is deeply pained in chronicling the death of a second daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Will Murdock--little Bessie. Words fail to express the sorrow of the heart broken parents in being called upon to part with their second treasure so soon. Bessie Murdock was but 3 years old, but all who had seen her were her friends. She was a very affectionate child and loved by all who knew her. The cause of her death was hemorrhage of the bowels. The funeral services will be held at the grave this forenoon at 10 o'clock conducted by Rev. Elliott.
The Columbus Journal, September 16, 1891
BIRTHS
SIBBERNSEN--I. Sibbernsen and his wife are puzzled by the arrival of another son in their household; the hour of his birth was when spooks and ghosts are accredited with visiting this planet, and the question is, shall his birthday be chronicled on the 13th or 14th of September?LUBKER--Henry Lubker was all smiles when we met him last week. Yes, it is a boy, give us a shake and we shaked.
MARRIAGE ANNOUNCEMENTS
MACKEN-HANEY--The marriage of Eugene Macken who resides near Platte Center, and Miss Rose Haney, east of Columbus, has been announced in the Catholic church.DIED
MILES--Mrs. Wm. Smith of Hamburg, Iowa, is in the city, being called here by the serious illness of her mother, Mrs. Henry Miles, who has since died.TURNER--Mrs. T.W. McKinnie of St. Joseph Mo., who was called here by the sickness and death of her father, A.C. Turner, returned home Tuesday.
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Mrs. John George of Perry, Ia., spent the past week in the city, called here by the death of her father, A.C. Turner.MURDOCK--Mr. and Mrs. Will Murdock have the heartfelt sympathy of all their neighbors in the loss of their darling Bessie on Wednesday last, so soon called to join her angel sister Lottie, who preceded her only thirteen days; two beautiful buds transplanted to the heavenly garden ere the taint of sin's defilmement had wrought into their lives, the sorrow and anguish allotted to the thorny path of expanded lives. The Rev. O.E. Elliott, with much feeling and tenderness, spoke consoling words to the afflicted and heart stricken parents.
ST. JOHN--Mrs. Maria St. John aged 82 years died on Thursday night after years of patient bodily suffering. She was a sister of Mrs. L.H. Harvey.
SMITH--Mrs. Jane E., wife of Abram Smith departed this life on the 2d day of September, at St. Edward, aged 63 years. Mrs. Smith was known to many of our citizens.
MILES--Mrs. Susan M. Miles, aged 65 years and 8 months, died Monday evening. The funeral services were conducted at the Presbyterian church yesterday afternoon, the Rev. Dr. Elliott officiating.
CHASE--E.B. Chase, a druggist, of Seward, well known to many of our citizens, died Saturday night week from an overdose of morphine; serious financial difficulties had made him despondent.
The Columbus Weekly Telegram, September 17, 1891
BIRTHS
McGAN--A son was born to Mr. and Mrs. Owen McGan yesterday. It is of the regulation size and warranted full weight.SIBBERNSEN--I. Sibbernsen is now the happy father of a good sized boy who claimed this city as his home at midnight yesterday morning. This beats running for county treasurer, doesn't it?
MARRIED
SNODGRASS-SISSELL--"Lin" Snodgrass and Mrs. Kate Sissell were married Tuesday and last evening the groom gave a dance at which a number of his friends were invited.JOY-GIBBS--William H. Joy and Miss Bessie A. Gibbs of O'Kay were married in the parlors of the Thurston yesterday afternoon, Rev. O.A. Elliott of this city officiating. S.C. Terry and wife friends of the contracting parties were present and all enjoyed a fine dinner. The Telegram extends congratulations and wishes for prosperity.
DIED
COOK?--The mother of ex-County Treasurer E.G. COok of Fullerton, was struck by lightning and instantly killed at her home in Fullerton yesterday morning about 9 o'clock. Her sudden death is a terrible shock to the people of Fullerton.ST. JOHN--For the past year Mrs. Maria St. John has been in very poor health and at times was quite a sufferer. A few weeks ago it was evident that her death was near and yesterday just as day was dawning her spirit took its flight into the great beyond. She was nearly 82 years old and had lived a consistant christian life. During her sickness she was tenderly cared for by her sister Mrs. L.H. Harvey, and her husband with whom she has resided for the past nine years. Her husband, who died just previous to the time that she moved to this city, was a successful physician in Vineland, N.Y. She has won many friend[s] during her residence here and the funeral services, which will be held at her late residence at 10 o'clock this morning, conducted by Rev. O.A. Elliott, will undoubtedly be largely attended.
MURDOCK--The funeral of Bessie Murdock was held yesterday. The services were conducted at the grave by Rev. Elliott and were attended by a number of the friends and sorrowing relatives of the deceased.
MILES--Mrs. Susan N. Miles, wife of Henry Miles, living in the western part of the city, died Monday night of obstruction of the bowels. She was nearly 66 years old and has lived here a number of years. The funeral services were held yesterday afternoon at 2 o'clock in the Presbyterian church conducted by Rev. O.A. Elliott and the interment was made in the Columbus cemetery.
HAMPTON--A little child of Newton Hampton, living west of town, died Tuesday and the funeral services were held at the cemetery in Genoa.
The Columbus Journal, September 23, 1891
MARRIED
CASSIN-KOHLER--At the residence of the bride's parents, two and one-half miles southeast of Richland, Colfax county, Tuesday, September 22d, by Judge Brown, Michael Cassin of this city and Miss Sarah Kohler of Richland.SEEMAN-HARPER--Married, at Cedar Rapids, September 6th, J.A. Baird officiating, Mr. Wilhalm Seeman, of Cornlea, Platte county, Neb., to Miss Edith Harper, of this place. The groom and bride left on the evening after the marriage for their home in Platte county.--[Cedar Rapids Republican.]
DAILEY-GOODWIN--Judge Hensley tied the matrimonial noose on Friday, in his office, binding together Wm. Dailey and Miss Nora Goodwin.
DIED
DRAPER--Wm. Draper died on Sunday morning at 10:30 at his home in Schuyler, Colfax county. He was one of the old settlers of Platte, in 1861 owned the Stenger farm east of John Tannahill's nursery. His funeral takes place Thursday at 10 a.m.GOODWIN--Died, Sept. 17, at Butte, Mon., Mrs. Rose Goodwin, wife of Phillip Goodwin, aged 52 years. Mr. and Mrs. Goodwin were among the first settlers of Platte county, going to Montana about eight years ago. She leaves a husband and eight children to mourn her loss. Mrs. J. Elston of this city is one of the daughters.
NETSELL--Miss Julia Netsell a former resident of Genoa, and well known to many Columbus citizens, died at Stromsburg on the 14th of September, of typhoid fever, of only a few days duration. She was a young lady of much promise in the domestic circle. Her departure from this life will be a severe blow to her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Olof Netsell.
HAMPTON--The remains of baby Hampton, son of Mr. and Mrs. Nute Hampton, was brought here from Columbus for burial Tuesday. [Genoa Leader.]
The Columbus Weekly Telegram, September 24, 1891
BIRTHS
CARLSON--Louis Carlson, the popular Thurston barber, is now shaving with redoubled rapidity and calling "next" in great shape. The cause is the appearance at his home Monday of a regulation size boy.MARRIAGE LICENSES
William H. Shelper, Douglas county, 21; Miss Catharine M. Hewitt, Douglas county, 20
Paul A. Paulson, Platte county, 25; Miss Sidsel Mariel Christensen, Platte co., 25.
R.B. Webb. Platte county, 23; Miss Mabel Wescott, Platte county, 13 [sic].
William Dailey, Platte county, 31; Miss Nora Goodwin, Platte county, 17.
Anders Christian Christensen, Boone county, 38; Miss Maren Christina Jensen, Platte county, 23.MARRIAGE ANNOUNCEMENT
RYAN-KEATING--Our telescope is revealing the signs on the moon considerably more distinct this morning than a week ago. The marriage of Miles Ryan and Miss Nellie Keating will be announced in St. John's church today and the wedding will occur a week or so later.MARRIED
DAILEY-GOODWIN--The marriage of William Dailey and Miss Nora Goodwin was solomnized yesterday in the county judge's office. Judge Hensley doing the tie act "that binds."CASSIN-KOHLER--M.C. Cassin and Miss Sarah Kohler were married at the home of the bride's mother southeast of Richland last evening. A number of young people from this city attended the dance given last night.
DIED
TURNER--Mrs. E.H. Jenkins, who has been in the city since the death of her father, A.C. Turner, went home to Madison county yesterday. She was accompanied by her sister, Miss Mary Turner.GOODWIN--Mrs. John Elston received a telegram yesterday announcing the death of her mother Mrs. Philip Goodwin at her home in Butte City, Mont. She was formerly an old resident of Columbus and many of this city will doubtless remember her.
PARMALEE--Daniel S. Parmalee, who shot and killed Tom Keeler at Elkhorn in 1874, died in the hospital for the insane at Lincoln last Tuesday. Old residents of the Platte valley knew both Parmalee and Keeler well.
EDGER--A little child of Mrs. William Edger died yesterday. Mrs. Edger is living at the Becker & Welch mill, which her husband purchased last fall.
McINTOSH--A number in this city will remember Jimmy McIntosh, who was employed on the Union Pacific for a number of years. Yesterday his father, living at Schuyler, received word that he was killed in a wreck at Houston, Tex., Tuesday night. He was acting as brakeman. The remains will be shipped to Schuyler for interment. He was a nephew of Tom Wilson of this city.
DRAPER--An Old Settler Called Home
Sunday afternoon the news spread about throughout Schuyler that William Draper, one of the pioneer residents of this section of Nebraska, had died. He had been an invalid for the past year and although at times very low, his death, which occurred shortly after 5 o'clock, was a shock to the entire community where he had lived the past 12 years, an honored and respected citizen. As early as 1853, in company with George Galley Sr. and family, he crossed the plains and spent about 6 years in the west, after which he returned to Nebraska and settled in Platte county, buying the west half of what is now known as Galley farms, east of town. Some time afterward, he purchased the Stenger place, southeast of this city. Early in the 1870's he moved to Shell creek about 5 miles north of Schuyler, where he owned a number of farms. The last 12 years of his life he lived at Schuyler. He was twice married and leaves a large family. He is a brother-in-law to J. H. Galley of this city. The funeral will occur at Schuyler at 10 o'clock Thursday morning.
The Columbus Journal, September 30, 1891
BIRTHS
PLATH--Born, Sept. 27 to Mrs. Leopold Plath, a son.ELIAS--Born, Monday, Sept. 21, 1891, to Mrs. C.F. Elias, a son.
MARRIAGES
BELL-McKEAN--A beautiful card has reached this office announcing that Mr. O.N. Bell was married to Miss Eva McKean September 23d, at Colfax, Washington, and that they would be at home, at Latah, Washington. We are not acquainted with the groom, but Miss McKean was a former resident of this city and well beloved for her amiable disposition, by all her acquaintances.DIED
LUBKER--At St. Mary's hospital, in this city, Sept. 24, of malarial typhoid fever, August Lubker, aged 20 years, 11 months and 16 days.
The deceased had been sick only nine days. When he was first stricken, he was taken to the hospital, where he could have the best of care and attention.
He was a young man of unusual integrity and well liked by all who knew him.
The funeral took place Sunday afternoon from the Presbyterian church, Rev. O.A. Elliott officiating, a large concourse of relatives and friends following to the Columbus cemetery, where the remains were laid to rest.
The friends of the deceased have the sincere sympathy of the entire community in their dark hour of bereavement.
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H.F. Lubker of Hutchison county, S.D., arrived n the city Saturday to attend the funeral of his son, August, who died last Thursday.DRAPER--Wm. Draper died Sunday, Sept. 20, 1891, at 5 o'clock p.m., of Bright's disease. Mr. Draper has been sick for several years. For the last year or more, it was expected that he would drop off at any hour. His tenacity of life has been something very remarkable. The funeral was set for today (Thursday) in order that distant relatives could have an opportunity to attend. wm. Draper was a settler when Colfax county was organized, and has been a prominent citizen of the county since. He has been respected as a good citizen, and admired as a man of more than ordinary intelligence. Mr. Draper was born in Chatham, Kent county, England, March 20th, 1833. Entered the English navy at the age of 16. Came to America before he was 21. Settled in Nebraska in 1860; was commissioned 2d Lieut of First Brigade of Nebraska Militia in Nov. 1864. Mr. Draper has been twice married. His first wife was Miss Galley of Platte county, which county originally comprised all of Platte and Colfax. She died about 15 years' ago. The children surviving are all grown--four sons and two daughters. In 1880 Mr. Draper married Miss Bettie McClung of Schuyler. To this marriage was born one son aged now about 6 years. Of this old settler and citizen the Sun will have more to write in the near hereafter.--Schuyler Sun.
The Columbus Weekly Telegram, October 1, 1891
BIRTHS
BRITTELL--Mr. and Mrs. I.H. Brittell are re[joicing] over the advent of a pretty ___ daughter yesterday morning. [We] extend congratulations and advise all who wish to increase __ of their families, to move to ___ us.ELIAS--Born, to Mr. and Mrs. C.F. Elias a boy.
PLATH--Leopold Plath and wife remembered last Sabbath to keep it holy and hereafter each year on the anniversary of that day they will celebrate the birthday of their youngest son. Mother and child are doing well and the father is rejoicing with exceeding great joy.
KILBURN--Born, to Mr. and Mrs. Phon Kilburn, a son, yesterday afternoon.
MARRIAGE ANNOUNCEMENTS
BELL-McKEAN--Cards have been received in this city announcing the marriage of O.N. Bell to Miss Eva McKean, which occurred at Colfax, Wash., last Wednesday. They will live at Latah, Wash., in the future. Mrs. Bell will be remembered by many old friends in this city.SPRECHER-WOODS--It is rumored that John C. Sprecher, editor of the Schuyler Quill, leaves this week for Chicago, where he will be married to Miss Etta Woods, whose home is in Schuyler, but who is at present visiting in Chicago. Mr. Sprecher has made a success in the newspaper business and there is no reason for suspecting a failure in his matrimonial career. He is a young man of energy and ability and as he leaves the realms of bachelordom we wish him an abundance of happiness and prosperity, knowing full well that the trials of a newspaper man can only be lightened by the pleasures of a happy home.
MARRIAGE LICENSES
Joseph Lachnit, Platte county, 29; Miss Mary Hallatz, Platte county, 23.
Eugene Macken, Platte county; Miss Rosa Haney, Platte county.
William Sibler, Platte county, 23; Miss Lena Moog, Platte county 23.
Miles Ryan, Platte county, 25; Miss Nellie Keating, Platte county, 23.MARRIAGES
CASSIN-___--__assin and bride will commence housekeeping today on East __th street and The Telegram __ them a happy and contented ___ through life.MACKEN-HANEY--The marriage of Eugene Macken and Miss Rosa Haney was solemnized at St. Bonaventura's Catholic church yesterday, Father Pacificus officiating. The newly wedded pair left for Omaha and will visit the Sioux City corn palace and other sights before their return. They have a host of friends throughout the entire county who have nothing but the best of wishes for their prosperity.
RYAN-KEATING--Mr. Miles Ryan and Miss Nellie Keating will be married today at St. John's Catholic church at 9 a.m. Miles is one of the trusted Union Pacific employes here, and Miss Keating is a daughter of Thomas Keating and has a host of friends who wish her a pleasant journey through life.
DIED
LUBKER--H.F. Lubker, father of August Lubker who died Thursday, is expected to arrive here today from his home in Alexandria, S.D., and until his arrival nothing definite can be done as regards the time of holding the funeral.
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H.F. Lubker arrived yesterday afternoon from his home in Alexandria, S.D. The funeral of his son August will be held in the Presbyterian church this afternoon at 3 o'clock conducted by Rev. O.A. Elliott. The interment will be made in the Columbus cemetery.
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The funeral of August Lubker was held in the Presbyterian church Sunday afternoon, conducted by Rev. O.A. Elliott. It was largely attended by friends of the deceased and the remains were laid to rest in the Columbus cemetery. The death of this young man, apparently strong and hearty a few days before his death, and still stricken down so suddenly, reminds us of how narrow is the margin by which we cling to life--the tie so easily broken. And we are all standing on this brink from which we will sooner or later plunge into the great unknown and be "only remembered by what we have done."KERSCH--The oldest child of Henry Kersch of Humphrey died Sunday night. The bereaved parents have the sympathy of their many friends in the sad hour of their bereavement.
The Columbus Journal, October 7, 1891
MARRIED
MACKEN-HANEY--In this city, Wednesday, September 30, at St. Bonaventura's Catholic church, by Rev. Father Pacificus Kohnen, Eugene Macken and Miss Rose Haney, both of Platte county.
The bride is a daughter of John Haney, an old pioneer resident of this county. The groom we do not know personally, but he is reputed a very industrious young farmer living on Shell Creek near Platte Center.
The bride and groom received many valuable presents from friends.
The Journal extends congratulations and wishes them a quiet and happy voyage on the sometimes troublesome sea of matrimony.RYAN-KEATING--At St. John's Catholic church in this city, Thursday, October 1, by Rev. J.M. Ryan, Miles Ryan and Miss Ellen Keating, both of this city.
The groom is in the employ of the U.P. railway in this city in the car repairing service, and is a young man well liked by his associates. The bride is the accomplished daughter of our respected townsman, Thomas Keating.
After the ceremony and congratulations, the bridal party took the train for Sioux City, where, after a couple of days at the corn palace, they will extend their visit to St. Paul, Minn., and other points in the east.
They will return in about ten days and take up their residence in this city.
The best wishes of The Journal goes with them.DIED
SPEED--In this city, Thursday morning, Oct. 1, of hemmorrage of the brain, Charles Speed, aged 34 years.
The deceased was a locomotive engineer in the employ of the U.P., on the system of branches out of this city.
He was very popular and much esteemed among his associates.
The remains were taken to Omaha for burial where the funeral was conducted by the Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers, of which he was a member, and he was laid to rest in Prospect Hill cemetery, in that city.
The family have the sincere sympathy of all in their sad affliction.ERB--Minnie Erb, who died Friday night from an attack of meningitis of two days duration, was buried on Sunday, at 2 p.m., from the German Reformed church. Minnie was a bright girl ten years of age.
NELSON--Wednesday afternoon, a Swedish lady named Nelson was taken from the train with a sick babe, about one year old. Dr. Martyn was called but gravely shook his head when he informed a Journal reporter that there was no hope for the little one.
The lady was removed to the hospital, where the child died a few hours later.
The poor woman had almost completed a journey of over 6,000 miles; she was en route from the old country to Denver to join her husband. In ten hours more she might have met her husband with her child. But alas! the fates decreed otherwise, and Friday she continued on her way, taking her dead babe with her. It was truly a picture of the sad side of life.
The Columbus Weekly Telegram, October 8, 1891
BIRTHS
RUSCHE; FULLER--Yesterday the faces of two certain men in this city were covered with smiles all day and each one as he passed caught us by the arm and said under their breath. "It's a girl."
Of course we took the hint (and the cigar) and thus the joyous news is made public that Mr. and Mrs. F.H. Rusche and Mr. and Mrs. W. McP. Fuller are each rejoicing over the advent of little daughters to their households.COLEGROVE--F.I. Colegrove of Oconee is in the same boat with Grover Cleveland--he is rejoicing over a new little daughter which arrived yesterday. Here's to the little one, F.I.
MARRIAGE LICENSES
Theodore H. Weller, Madison county, 25; Miss Tennie Mannegar, Madison county, 19.
John Augustine, Platte county, 22; Miss Jadwiga Cuba, Nance county, 18.
Daniel S. Mock, jr., Platte county, 25; Miss Minnie Sumpe, Platte county, 21.
M.E. COoney, Platte county; Miss Jennie Macken, Platte county.MARRIED
MACKEN-HANEY--The marriage of Eugene Macken and Miss Rose Haney was solemnized at St. Bonaventura's Catholic church in this city Wednesday, September 30. The ceremony was performed by Rev. Father Pacificus, assisted by two other priests. The Young Ladies' Sodality, of which the bride was an honored member, turned out in state. The groom is one of Platte Center's prosperous farmers and his bride is the daughter of our old and respected citizen, John Haney. The bride was beautifully attired in cream satin, wearing a veil and orange blossoms. The groom was dressed in the conventional black suit. The bride was attended by her sister, Miss Lizzie Haney, and Pat Macken was best man. After the ceremony the couple were driven to the home of the bride's father, where they with their relatives and a few friends partook of a wedding breakfast. The happy couple took the evening train for the east.
Following is the list of presents: Young ladies sodality, oxodized silver Manacure set crumb pan and brush; groom to bride, parlor furniture; John Haney, horse; Mr. and Mrs. V.A. Macken, plush rocker; Mr. and Mrs. Ed Connelly, silver cake stand; Mr. and Mrs. J.J. Macken, set silver knives and forks; Mr. and Mrs. James Connelly, set silver teaspoons; John and James Haney, jr., set silver knives and forks; Mr. and Mrs. D.V. Macken, silver caster; Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Lyons, lamp; Mr. and Mrs. James Haney, clock; C.J. Carrig and sister Maggie, fancy rocker; Pat Macken and sister Nellie, pair oil paintings; Mr. and Mrs. W.R. Price, silver bon bon; Miss Katie Carrig, set silver teaspoons; Miss Lizzie Haney, sofa pillow pitcher and bowl; M.E. Cooney and Miss Jennie Macken, chamber set; Master Eddie Macken, bone set; Mr. and Mrs. H. Ragatz, one dozen painted water glasses; William Ragatz and sister Lilly, set knives and forks.--A Guest.RYAN-KEATING--Miles Ryan and Nellie Keating were married yesterday morning and after receiving the congratulations of relatives and friends, they left for a visit and sight-seeing tour of Sioux City, St. Paul and various places in Iowa. They will be gone about a week.
COONEY-MACKEN--The marriage of M.E. Cooney and Miss Jennie Macken was solemnized at Platte Center yesterday. The newly married couple are entitled to the richest blesings during life and we extend congratulations. They will commence housekeeping in Platte Center at once.
WEILER-MANNEGER--Judge Hensley married a blushing young couple from Madison county yesterday. The groom was T.H. Wiler of Hale, and Miss Tennie Manneger of Madison.
DIED
SPEED--Thursday morning the news soon circulated around that Charlie Speed, who for the past three years has been a resident of Columbus and for twice that length of time has been engineer on the Sioux City, Columbus passenger train, was dead. He has been laying off since July 2_ on account of sickness and died about 2 o'clock Thursday morning of hemorrhage of the brain.
Charles Speed was born in Sami_ Falls, N.H., and was 34 years old at the time of his death. His mother and sisters still reside in his old home and were notified of his death. In 1877 he commenced work for the Union Pacific, and has ever since been a trusted and faithful employe. In 1880 he was given an engine and ever since the starting of the Norfolk, Sioux City and Columbus passenger train, about six years ago, he has been on this run. But Charlie has "registered in" for the last time, he has made his last run and reported for duty at the grand headquarters where there are no changes, where care and worriment are no more and where there is one continual rest, sweet rest, from all earthly duties. He was married about nine years ago and leaves a widow and two sons to mourn the loss of a kind husband and affectionate father. No more will the little ones swing on the gate and wait for "papa to come home from the train."
Mrs. Kate Parr, mother of Mrs. Speed, and M.C. Parr and wife, C.O. Young and wife, J.W. Young and Mrs. M.A. Goodrich, brother and sisters of Mrs. Speed arrived last evening from Omaha and will accompany the remains to Omaha on No. 8, the morning passenger train. The funeral will be held this evening at 4 o'clock, from the residence of M.C. Parr on 1515 California street and the remains will be intered in Prospect Hill cemetery. The services will be held under the auspices of the Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers of which he was a member.
The railroad employes and friends of the deceased in this city will follow the remains from the residence to the depot this morning.ELIAS--An infant child of C.F. Elias was buried yesterday afternoon.
ERB--Miss Kate Erb of Omaha and Miss Emma Erb of Schuyler were called home yesterday by the death of their sister Minnie of which mention is made elsewhere.
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Yesterday afternoon it was reported that Minnie Erb, living two miles east of town was dead. Late last evening it was learned that she did not die until 9 o'clock last night. The cause of her death was meningitis and her sickness was but brief, as she attended school Thursday, apparently as well as ever. She was about 10 years old.
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The funeral of Minnie Erb who died Friday night, will be held today, short services will be held at the residence east of town at 1 o'clock and at the German Reformed church at 2 o'clock conducted by Rev. F. Fleischer and Rev. O.A. Elliott.
The Columbus Journal, October 14, 1891
MARRIED
WEBBER-BABEL--George Webber and Miss Mary Babel were married at St. Bonaventura's Catholic church, Columbus, Monday morning, October 5th, Father Pacificus, officiated.DIED
CONNER--In this city, Thursday, Oct. 8 at 7:30 p.m., of consumption, Mrs. Sarah M. Conner, wife of Charles Conner.
The deceased had been afflicted about three years but none thought the end was so near. Although her death was more or less expected, yet the shock was none the less severe to her many friends. The deceased leaves a husband and five children to mourn the loss of a kind and undulgent [sic] wife and mother. The eldest child is a boy thirteen years of age; the youngest a girl not quite two.
The funeral services were held Sunday afternoon at Grace Episcopal church and were conducted by Rev. Sparling, of Omaha.
A large concourse of friends followed the remains to the Columbus cemetery, where they were laid to rest.
Mr. Conner who is left alone with his small children, has the sincere sympathy of the entire community in this dark hour of bereavement.ERB--Last Friday night at half-past eight Minnie, daughter of Mrs. Elizabeth Erb, was taken from our midst to that brighter home beyond. She was taken sick at 9 o'clock in the morning of the same day; was at school the day before, but complained of a headache. Congestion of the brain was the cause of her death. She was unconscious from the first. Minnie was born on Shell Creek, Colfax county, April 28, 1882. She was a bright and intelligent girl beloved by all that knew her. The grief of her mother and brothers and sisters cannot be expressed in words. But a year and a few months since, her father died. She was papa's baby and could not live without him, so she left this world of trouble and has gone to join him in that heavenly home where she will know no sorry [sic], where she will know no care. The funeral took place from her mother's residence, two miles east of Columbus, and from there to the German Reformed church. Services were conducted by Rev. Fleischer and assisted by Rev. Elliott of the Presbyterian church. The funeral was attended by a very large number of friends and schoolmates. Miss Cal. Welch, her teacher, attended with her school in a body and strewed her casket with beautiful flowers; six little boys, her schoolmates, acted as pall bearers, and all that was mortal of our darling little Minnie was laid to rest by the side of her father, in the Columbus Cemetery.
...SCHMIDEIKE--Died, October 3d, of diphtheria and pneumonia, at his home five miles south of Madison, Herman Schmideike, aged about 37 years. He leaves a wife and five children to mourn his loss.
Columbus Journal, October 21, 1891
MARRIAGE INVITATIONS
MARSHALL-BENNETT--Invitations are out for the marriage of Frank Marshall and Miss May Bennett, which will occur in about two weeks.MARRIED
SMITH-KELLEY--Will L. Smith and Miss Anna Kelley, both of Monroe township, Platte county, were married at the home of the bride, Thursday, Oct. 15. Miss Kelley is one of Platte county's daughters, being raised here by her parents from childhood, and has warm friends wherever she is known. Mr. Smith is one of the most successful of the young farmers in this county, and all unite in wishing them the happiest of happy lives.BAKER-?--We learn that E.J. Baker, a former resident here, has married again and settled down somewhere in California.
DIED
STENGER--At the residence near this city, Tuesday, Oct. 13, of typhoid fever, Alvina, wife of Albert Stenger, aged 28 years.
The deceased was a daughter of John Brugger, of Bismark twp. She contracted the disease from taking care of a sister, who recovered. The fever was of a very malignant type.
A husband and two small children (Katie, aged 4, and Celia, aged 2,) are left to mourn the loss of a loving wife and mother, while all her acquaintances will cherish her memory as that of a noble minded woman.
The funeral services were held at the Presbyterian church in this city, Friday, conducted by Rev. O.A. Elliott, assisted by Rev. Gutleben, pastor of the German Lutheran church of Neboville.
The remains were interred in the Columbus cemetery, whither a long procession of relatives and friends followed.RODEHORST--Edward Rodehorst, who had been ailing for some four or five weeks, of typhoid pneumonia, died Monday evening at the residence of his parents, north of this city. He was a young man of twenty-two years, and his many manly qualities endeared him to all his acquaintances.
HAMMOND--A telegram was received from Grand Island yesterday morning, stating that Capt. John Hammond had died and that it was desired that Baker post G.A.R. take charge of the funeral here tomorrow (Thursday). The Captain was a former resident here, and a man of many good qualities. For lack of space we do not give a more extended notice this week. Peace to his memory.
Columbus Journal, October 28, 1891
BIRTHS
LAY--Born, Saturday, Oct. 24th, to Mrs. W.K. Lay, a daughter.DIED
LUEDTKE--Wednesday night, Mrs. Herman Luedtke.
The funeral took place Friday at Boheet. She leaves husband and ten small children to mourn the loss of a loving wife and mother.HAMMOND--At his residence in Grand Island, Tuesday morning, Oct. 20th, of kidney trouble, after a short illness, John Hammond.
The deceased was born in West Berkshire, Vt., May 31, 1833. In Franklin Vt., he was married to Miss Mary E. Hicks, Feb. 1, 1854. In August, 1862, he enlisted as a private in Co. B, 7th Minn. volunteer infantry, and was engaged in the Indian service in that state eighteen months, doing noble service not only in the line of duty as a soldier, but also as citizen. An old comrade tells us of a woman among those left for dead by the raiding Indians, who was rescued by Mr. Hammond, and is one of the many befriended by the Captain who will revere his memory as long as they live.
After his service against the Indians, Mr. Hammond was transferred to Battery K, 1st Minn. heavy artillery, was promoted to the captaincy and served until the fall of 1865, being mustered out at Nashville, Tenn., Sept. 5.
In April, 1871, he was the first settler in what is now Albion, Boone county, and in after years was a commissioner of the county.
In 1873, he came to Columbus, engaged in the hotel business, where the Meridian now stands, and was a prominent citizen during his stay here, serving the public as county commissioner a portion of that time, and taking a lively interest always in public matters.
He was one of the most active members of Baker Post No. 9, G.A.R., and was always at the front in matters pertaining to the real interest of the old soldiers, and it is safe to say that none of them, however straightend in circumstances they may have been, went away from his house without food, and often with a donation in money. The first Nebraska re-union of veterans was largely due to the efforts of Capt. Hammond, and the success of it was doubtless owing to the untiring zeal he manifested.
His latest life-work consequent upon his having been a soldier, was his appointment by his friend, Gov. John M. Thayer, as commandant at the Soldiers' Home, Grand Island. In the formative state of that institution there were many things calculated to cause anxiety, that subsequent commandants will not have to content against, and it is safe to say that none of them will ever bring to their work a holier zeal for the true welfare of the old comrades than did Capt. Hammond.
Many anecdotes and incidents of his army life are afloat among the comrades, all showing kindness, generosity, protection of those under his command ("his boys,") from the exaction's of superior officers, his quick, impulsive nature cropping out in them all, but not once do we hear of a cruel act. It was as natural for him to take the part of the poor, the down-trodden, the weak, the ignorant, the helpless, as it was to breathe, and he had, every way, the strength of a giant at such times, fearing nothing but that he might not be able to do enough for the right. He was exceedingly fond of children, and all who knew him were his friends, he treating them with considerate kindess and as little men and women. Perhaps there were no sunnier days of Capt. Hammond's life in Columbus than those Sabbaths when, as superintendent of the Methodist school, he was with the happy young folks who crowded into the school under his charge and enjoyed his sympathetic words of counsel and good cheer which were always in store for their benefit. His heart overflowed with kindness, and could the seal of secrecy (which in great measure should cover names and incidents from public gaze) be removed, the disinterested generosity of Capt. Hammond to persons in this city would make a lengthy chapter commemorative of the thought that "a friend, in need, is a friend indeed." He didn't wait to be solicited,--so soon as the disaster came to comrade, citizen or family, he was among the first at hand with needed, substantial aid, and always evidencing true manliness and brotherly regard. The angel who keeps the record of gratitude among men, surely has accredited much from the beneficiaries of Capt. Hammond's generosity, and silent tears from his old comrades here would force their way when they rememberd his many deeds of kindness and that his lavish hand was stilled here forever.
The remains were brought by train Thursday from Grand Island, Mr. and Mrs. Judge Higgins accompanying Mrs. Hammond. The funeral took place from the Methodist church, the choir rendering very appropriate music, Rev. J.B. Leedom preaching a sermon touching upon the resurrection, and Comrade G.N. Hopkins of Platte Center (who served in the same regiment with Capt. Hammond) saying a few words which told of his courage, his readiness for duty, his honor and fidelity, closing with the sentence that all his comrades loved him.
The procession then formed, the Columbus Cornet Band rendering very appropriate music, and at the grave, the body was lowered to its last earthly resting place, in the presence of a large concourse of comrades of the G.A.R., ladies of the Relief Corps, Sons of Veterans and sympathizing friends--lowered underneath the folds of the starry banner which he loved so well and to the taps of the drum which often had called him to the rest of sleep--lowered to rest, with the just, sad and kind words of the Grand Army ritual which very fitly expressed the sentiment of comrades and friends.
Peace to the memory of a brave and true comrade.MORROW--Mrs. Mary Morrow, who has been afflicted by consumption for some years, died yesterday morning. The funeral takes place from the residence at three this afternoon.
Columbus Journal, November 4, 1891
MARRIED
VOSS-TODD--At Holton, Kansas, Oct. 29, at 3 p.m., by Rev. D. Tood, Dr. H.C. Voss of this city, and Miss Carrie B. Todd of Holton.
The bride we do not know personally, but the groom is a prominent physician of this city.
Mr. and Mrs. Voss will be at home after thie week, corner Seventeenth street and Nebraska avenue. The Journal bids Mrs. Voss a hearty welcome and wishes them all the happiness this world affords.MARSHALL-BENNETT--At the residence of the groom's parents five miles east of this city, Oct. 31st, by Rev. J.B. Leedom, of this city, THomas F. Marshall of Colfax county and Miss May Bennett of Wheeler county.
The bride formerly lived in this city and is a daughter of Dan Bennett, who removed to Wheeler county last spring.
Frank Scott of this city and Miss Mary Marshall, sister of the groom, acted as bridesgroom and maid. About fifty invited friends were present, several from this city.
The Journal extends congratulations to Mr. and Mrs. Marshall, and wishes them a long and happy life through this "vale of tears."DIED
MUELLER--In this city, Wednesday, Oct. 28, of locakjaw, Henry A. Mueller, age 32 years.
The deceased had resided in Columbus about eight years, was a sober and industrious man, a harness maker by trade, employed by F.H. Rusche, and about two months ago he stepped upon a nail, but little was thought of the matter at the time. About four weeks ago he was taken with lockjaw, and, although everything was done that could be done, he succumbed to the disease.
He was a prominent member of Wildey Lodge, No. __, I.O.O.F. of this city, also a member of the Pioneer Hook & Ladder Co.
Services were held at the residence Friday morning at 7:30, attended very largely by both of the above named orders, conducted by Elder H.J. Hudson, when the remains were escorted to the B.& M. depot and shipped to Cape Giradaux, Mo., his former home.
The deceased leaves a wife and three children, the youngest a babe of only a few months. He was a young man of exemplary habits and has many friends who tender their sincere sympathy to the family in their sad hour of affliction.MORROW--The funeral of Mrs. C.E. Morrow took place from the residence Thursday afternoon. Rev. J.B. Leedom preaching the sermon. She leaves a husband and three children, one boy and two girls to mourn her loss. A large concourse of friends followed the remains to its last resting place.
VAN HOUSEN--Isaac Van Housen died Saturday week at Schuyler, aged 81 years. He was among the oldest settlers in the county and very well known and respected.
Columbus Journal, November 11, 1891
MARRIED
BEATEN-CONDON--Miss Sarah Fitzpatrick went to Omaha Monday to visit her sister, for a few weeks, and to act as bridesmaid for Miss Mollie Condon who is to be married to Mr. Beaten, on the 17th.HALL-MATSON--George Hall and Miss Amelia Matson are to be married today (Wednesday) at the home of the bride. Their many friends will wish them well in their new relations.
DIED
TRUMAN--At her late residence in Monroe township, on the 4th inst., Susan Y., wife of George S. Truman, in the 66th year of her age.
The Truman family came to Platte county in 1875 and have since made many friends who all join their sympathies with the bereaved family.
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Gus. G. Becher and Walter Phillips went to Monroe Friday to attend the funeral of Mrs. George S. Truman, who died Wednesday of cancer of the stomach.HENGGELER--At the residence of his parents in Bismark twp., Thursday, Nov. 5, at 11:30 p.m., of typhoid fever, after an illness of ten days, Frank, son of Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Henggler, aged 9 years.
The funeral took place Saturday from St. Bonaventura church, the remains being placed to rest in St. Francis cemetery.HUNTEMANN--In this city Wednesday, Nov. 4, of diphtheria, Clara, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Henry Huntemann, aged 10 years.
Clara was an unusually bright little girl, and her parents are nearly heart broken over the affair.
There are two other children down with the dread disease, but Dr. Willy informs us that they are doing nicely and in a fair way to recover.
Clara was buried in the cemetery at Boheet, Thursday. The premises are under quarantine. The family have the sincere sympathy of all in their dark hour of affliction.RUSSELL--In this city, Satruday, Nov. 7, after an illness of only five days, Della Russell, aged 19 years and 14 days.
Miss Russell was born in Indianapolis, Ind., Oct. 27, 1872. Four years later her mother died, and with her father and grandmother she came to Nebraska City. Since 1884, Miss Russell and her grandmother have lived together in this city.
The funeral took place Monday, from the Presbyterian church, Rev. O.A. Elliott preaching a very appropriate sermon, and a large number of friends following the remains to their last resting place in the Columbus cemetery.
Mrs. Daggett of Chicago and Mrs. Clark of Denver, aunts of MIss Russell were present at the funeral. All who had the pleasure of Miss Russell's acquaintance will mourn the departure to another world, of one whose young life promised so much.??WALKER??--Schuyler is again shaken to the center with another sensation. This time a young business man disappears. He left a letter to his uncle, stating that when the letter should be read he would be no more. His mother is prostrated over the affair. O. Nelson, of Richland, gives us a few facts regarding the matter. Horace Walker, (the missing man), has had charge of the business of Shaw & Walker, since his father's death. He was last seen on the night of Nov. 2d. It is thought he has suicided for he had been gloomy and despondent for several days. The river has been dragged, but in vain. Up to Saturday no trace of him can be found.
BAILEY--Another death by diphtheria at Schuyler last week, a son of C. Bailey, aged nine years.
Columbus Journal, November 18, 1891
MARRIAGE INVITATIONS
MYERS-HUGHES--A card received at this office invites attendance, Thursday, Nov. 19th, at the marriage of Miss Bertha Hughes to Mr. John W. Myers, at St. Theresa's Pro. Cathedral, Lincoln, Neb. The Journal force entire have kept an interested eye upon Johnnie ever since he stepped out of our chapel to seek his fortune in the great, big world beyond, and we have watched his onward and upward progress in his profession with ever increasing pride, but the contract you will make tomorrow, John, is the best you have ever made, and The Journal finds no heartier or fitter words than those of good old Rip Van Winkle--"May you live long and prosper."MARRIED
JAMES-DAVIS--Miss Maggie Davis was married Monday morning, Nov. 2d, at 8 o'clock, at her father's residence on Shell creek, to Mr. John James, by Elder W.D. Elwell. Mr. and Mrs. James went on the first train to Fullerton, where they will reside. We shall miss Maggie from among us as but few are missed from their home and neighborhood. We wish her all the happiness this world can give, through all her future life. [Palestine.]SIMMER-FIEDLES--Last Saturday we had a wedding here, Justice G.W. Shaffer joined in wedlock William Simmer of Wisconsin, and Bertha Fiedles of Platte county. [Platte Center.]
SPRECHER-WOODS--We understand that our contemporary of the Quill, Mr. J.C. Sprecher, and Miss Etta Woods, were married last evening at the home of the bride's mother, Rev. Leard performing the ceremony. The wedding was a private affair only a few of the near relatives being present. Mr. Sprecher is one of Schuyler's brightest and most industrious young men who has met with signal success as a newspaper man. His bride is one of the fairest of Schuyler's daughters who has grown to woman hood amoung us and is known and admired by a host of friends who will extend, with the Sun, their congratulations, and hope that the married life of the young couple may be one of unalloyed happines.--[Schuyler Sun.]
DIED
TRUMAN--It is with the deepest sorrow that we learn of the death of our dear friend, Mrs. Susan Truman, and we give to the lonely husband and daughter our love and sympathy and tears, asking God to comfort them, as no human friend can comfort them. [Palestine.]JOHNSON--Mr. Ed. Johnson's horses ran away throwing him out of his wagon, breaking three of his ribs and collar bone, and injuring him internally. He is not expected to live if indeed he is alive now.
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Later.--Mr. Ed. Johnson died on Friday evening, from the injuries he received. [Palestine.]RUSSELL--Mrs. Russell desires to sincerely thank all those who so kindly assisted during the recent illness and death of her late granddaughter, Miss Della Russell.
Della Russell, the switch operator at the telephone office at Columbus was taken ill last Monday evening, and died on Saturday morning. She was a great favorite all along the line.--[Fremont Flail.]MADDOC--Rev. J.B. Leedom went to Wood River Tuesday of last week, where he formerly lived to conduct the funeral service of G.E. Maddoc. Mr. Maddoc was a charter member of IOOF at that place.
Columbus Journal, November 25, 1891
BIRTHS
KRAUSE--Joe Krause came down town yesterday morning with a grin on that reached from ear to ear, and when asked what he felt so good about replied, "it's a girl, and all are doing well.--[Genoa Leader.]ROWEN--Born, Saturday, Nov. 21, to Mrs. James Rowen, a son.
MARRIED
BEETON-CONDON--One of the prettiest weddings that has ever been witnessed in this city, occurred at St. Agnes church at 8:15 this morning.
The contracting parties were Mr. Beeton, a prominent, and rising young business man of Omaha, and Miss Mollie Condon, the charming daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Condon of this city.
The bridal couple entered the church, which had been nicely decorated, to the strains of the immortal Mendelohn's wedding march, and taking up their position before Rev. Father Hickey, were made man and wife. Music of a high order was rendered by the St. Agnes choir. Immediately after the ceremony the bride and groom with their guests repaired to the Condon residence, Twenty-six and K street, where a sumptuous breakfast was discussed. Mr. and Mrs. Beeton will take up their residence in Omaha. The Tribune joins their many friends in extending congratulations.--South Omaha Tribune.DIED
SHEEDY--Wednesday, Nov. 18th, Mrs. M. Sheedy. The remains were buried in the cemetery near Gleason's.
The bereaved husband and seven children have the sincere sympathy of all their acquaintances in the loss of a fond wife and mother.
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The funeral of Mrs. M. Sheedy was largely attended last Thursday. She was taken to the Platte Center burying ground, where the services were conducted. She was sick but a very short time and her ever faithful mother, Mrs. Hogan, was with her by her bedside form the first to the last. Mrs. Sheedy was a very devoted wife and mother and will be sadly missed by her husband and seven small children, who are left motherless in this cold and seemingly dreary world. But God knows best. He doeth all things with His own free will and accord. Sometimes as a punishment, sometimes as a blessing, sometimes as a warning. Mr. Sheedy has the sympathy of the entire community in the loss of his loving wife. He must not feel as if she were dead, but living in that brighter home, where she will await his coming, when the Almighty Ruler shall bid him cease his trouble and strife on earth and come. [Microcosm.]TURRILL--Hall A. Turrill, who for several months has been lying at death's door, died on Thursday afternoon at his home. The remains of the deceased will be taken to Jefferson, Iowa, where the interment will take place. So says the Schuyler Heraold. Mr. Turrill was the father of the local reporter of the Telegram, for some time past, and all his friends here will sincerely sympathize with him in his affliction.
ADAMSON--Mr. Adamson has had the body of his little son, who died last November, exhumed and taken to Iowa.
Columbus Journal, December 2, 1891
MARRIED
SCHONLAU-SCHONLAU--At Madison, Saturday, by County Judge Myers, L.J. Schonlau and his cousin, Miss Alma Schonlau, both of this city were joined in marriage.INGHRAM-CLARK--Miss Amber Clark, daughter of D.I. Clark and Mr. Stark Inghram, both of Creston, this county, were married at the residence of the bride's parents Thanksgiving day.
DIED
BREMER--Wednesday morning, Nov. 25, at 3:30 o'clock, of pulmonary consumption, Miss Mary K. Bremer, aged 20 years, youngest daughter of Mrs. M. Bremer of this city.
Mary was born in this city, where she has ever since lived, and though her sojourn on this earth was comparatively brief, (being but a score of years) it was sufficient to exemplify to her the attachment and the fond affection of relatives and friends, who have always been ardently devoted to her welfare.
Her death had been expected for a long time, she having been confined to her room for over two months, and hardly able to be out on the streets for a year past.
The funeral services were held from Grace Episcopal church, of which organization she was a faithful member, Friday afternoon at 3 o'clock, Rev. W.H. Sparling of Schuyler, preaching a very appropriate sermon to a crowded house of sympathizing relatives and friends, who afterward followed the remains to the Columbus cemetery, where they were consigned to their last resting place.CALTO--An infant son of M.C. Calto died Thursday and was buried Friday.
AHRENS--An infant daughter of Mr. and Mrs. John Ahrens died Friday morning.
Columbus Journal, December 9, 1891
DIED
BULL--Incidents sometimes occur in this "cold and cruel world" which lead us to believe that the old adage, "Man's inhumanity to man makes countless thousands mourn," is really without foundation. In the early part of last September, George Bull started with his family from Le Grande, Ore., to Chippewa Falls, Wis. A four months old babe took sick on the journey, and the family stopped off here to procure medical aid. They went to Wm. Mansfield's resturant where Mr. and Mrs. Mansfield made them as comfortable as ossible. The babe, however, soon died. The father was without means, but wished to take his dead child with him. Mr. Mansfield went to see the authorities, but found they could do nothing but express their sorrow. The man claimed to be poor but honest. Mr. Mansfield loaned him $30 cash, taking nothing but the man's word, and he went his way. Wednesday, Mr. Mansfield received a money order for the full amount, and a letter containing many expressions of gratitude from Mr. Bull.FOLLIOTT--David Folliott of Burrows, lost two children recently with diphtheria, one a bright little girl of about 8 years, and a boy of about 6, equally as bright. One child remaining, a babe of about 10 months, is reported very low and not likely to recover. The parents are nearly heartbroken in their dark hour of sorrow. [Platte Center.]
Columbus Journal, December 16, 1891
MARRIAGE ANNOUNCEMENT
BEATY-CURTIS--Cards are out announcing the marriage of A.L. Beaty, of Monroe, and Miss Nellie Curtis of this city.DIED
RIVET--C.A. Beardsley has just put up a fine marble monument for Mrs. Joseph Rivet, of Joliet township, containing eleven names--that of her husband and ten children. The children have all died of consumption, about one year apart, and after reaching maturity. Truly, this family has been sorely afflicted.
Columbus Journal, December 23, 1891
MARRIAGE INVITATION
McKINSEY-BELL--Christmas day, December 25th, the marriage of Mr. James L. McKinsey and Miss Janet Bell of Colfax county, will be solemnized. The worthy young couple have sent out a great many invitations to their hosts of friends to attend the wedding reception which takes place at their home five miles northwest of Richland, the evening of the wedding day. May happiness and prosperity attend them is the wish of The Journal.MARRIED
SEIBERT-PATTERSON--At the residence of the groom's father near this city, Sunday, Dec. 20, by Rev. J.B. Leedom, Lawrence Seibert and Miss Charlotte Patterson, all of this county.
About twenty invited guests were present, and after the nuptials an excellent dinner was served. Although unknown to us, The Journal wishes Mr. and Mrs. Seibert an unlimited share of joy and happiness.KLUG-SCHREIBER--At the residence of the bride's mother, near this city, Friday, Dec. 18, by the Rev. Mr. Mueller, CArl Klug and Miss Anna Schreiber.
A large number of invited friends were present. The Journal extends congratulations to Mr. and Mrs. Klug, and wishes them a long and happy life.DIED
SCHROEDER--In this city, Thursday morning, of congestion of the brain, Arthur, adopted son of Mr. and Mrs. W.A. Schroeder, aged 5 years and 10 months.
Although an adopted child, Mr. and Mrs. Schroeder feel the loss as keenly as though he was their own son. Mr. Schroeder adopted the child about 4 years ago, shorty after the death of its mother. He was an unusually bright little boy, quick to learn and was like a sunbeam to brighten the home of its foster parents, which will now seem desolate and dreary, since the childish prattle has ceased. The sympathy of all is extended to the family in their bereavement.
Columbus Journal, December 30, 1891
MARRIED
WARD-GIBB--At the bride's residence near Hconee [sic], Dec. 23, by Rev. Robert Killup, Mr. Myron F. Ward of Galva, Iowa, and Mary E., daughter of Mr. John Gibb.CRAUN-WEDDELL--Dec. 24th, at the residence of the bride's parents, by Rev. J.R. Leedom, Mr. J.W.C. Craun and Miss Clara E. Weddell, all of Platte county.
The Journal wishes the young couple a prosperous voyage over life's tempestuous sea.BEATY-CURTIS--At the residence of the bride's parents, in this city, Wednesday, Dec. 23, by Rev. O.A. Elliott, Albert L. Beaty and Miss Nellie H. Curtis.
The bride is the daughter of S.P. Curtis of this city, and a graduate of our high school--1886 class. She was one of Platte county's prominent and successful teachers, and for the past three years has taught the Wattsville school, closing her last term there only about one month ago.
The groom is one of Platte county's industrious and capable young farmers and has resided in this county the past eight years. He has the high esteem of all who know him and is a young man of exemplary habits.
At exactly 12 o'clock--high noon, were the magic words pronounced, and the twain declared husband and wife, in the presence of a few intimate friends of the contracting parties. After the congratulations all repaired to the dining room where a sumptuous dinner was served.
At 3 o'clock Mr. and Mrs. Beaty took their departure for their future home about three miles north of Monroe.
The Journal joins their many friends in wishing them a long and happy life.DIED
GEDDIS--In this city, Sunday evening, Dec. 27, of lung trouble, the wife of Robert Geddis.
The deceased had been in poor health for some time but the death was quite sudden and a severe shock to the husband who is left to mourn the loss of a kind and indulgent wife and mother.
At the hour of going to press we were unable to learn any particulars of the funeral.