The Columbus Journal, May 1, 1907
BIRTHS
CARROLL--A daughter was born to Rev. and Mrs. C.E. Carroll on Monday, April 15th. [Creston.]BRUCKNER; SCHEIDEL; ROGAN--The storks got mighty busy last Tuesday night in this vicinity. They called on Mr. and Mrs. Max Bruckner, Mr. and Mrs. H.C. Scheidel and Mr. and Mrs. John Rogan, and at each place left a boy. [Platte Center.]
MARRIAGE LICENSES
The following marriage licenses were issued by Judge Ratterman during the last week: James G. Stone, Maria F. Considine, Platte Center; Sylvester Borowiak, Genoa, Helena Krzyczki, Columbus; Maxmilian Baister, South Omaha, Anna Marszalek, Columbus; Math A. Wagner, Lena J. Boesch, Lindsay.MARRIED
BRODFUEHRER-BEECROFT--Wednesday morning in the Trinity Cathedral at Omaha, Mr. Alvin Brodfuehrer and Miss Mabel Beecroft, formerly of this city, but now of Omaha, were united in the holy bonds of matrimony, Rev. Dean Becher pronouncing them husband and wife. They were attended by Miss Ethel Beecroft, sister of the bride and John Stovicek of this city. The groom is well and favorably known having been raised in our midst, and is now located at Mitchell, Nebraska, where he is engaged in a blacksmith shop. The bride is also well known having lived here about three years ago with her parents Mr. and Mrs. C.M. Beecroft, who conducted a dry goods store on 13th street. Mr. and Mrs. Brodfuehrer spent Thursday in the city visiting relatives and friends, leaving the same evening for Mitchell, where the groom has provided a home for his bride. The Journal joins with their many friends in wishing them a long and prosperous life.BISTER-MARZOLEK--Yesterday morning at ten o'clock occured the marriage at the Catholic church, of Mr. Max Bister to Miss Anna Marzolek. The ceremony was witnessed by a large gathering of relatives, who, after the words had been spoken that made them life partners, showered endless congratulations upon the newly wedded pair. After this the bride and groom, followed by a large number of friends went to the home of the bride's parents, Mr. and Mrs. Joe Marzolek in the south part of Columbus, and there one of the grandest wedding feast ever offered was awaiting their arrival. A large tent covered a dancing floor and immediately, eating, dancing, refreshments and music were in abundance. The bride, Miss Marzolek, has been a resident of our city for years and is a most highly esteemed young lady, and the groom, Mr. Max Bister, is a young business man of South Omaha, where the couple will make their home. The Journal extends congratulations and hopes for them due returns from their matrimonial venture.
SCHAECHER-SCHAEFER--At 9 o'clock Tuesday morning Mr. Joe Schaecher and Miss Josephine Schaefer were united in the Holy bonds of Matrimony, Rev. Father Stanslaus officiating. Charles Schaecher and Math Schaefer were best men while Lizzie Schaefer and Gertie Schaecher acted as bridesmaids. After the marriage a solemn high mass was said, after which a large number of relatives and friends went to the home of the brides parents where a reception was tendered them. The newly married couple were the recipients of many as well as useful presents. The bride is a daughter of Mr. and Mrs. M. Schaecher and was born and reared in this locality since her childhood and number her friends by the score. The groom is the oldest son of Mr. and Mrs. H. Schaecher and moved here with his parents some six weeks ago and has made a large number of acquaintances and is highly thought of by all of those who know him. They will at once go to housekeeping on the groom's farm, 3 miles southeast of here. We join the many friends in extending our congratulations and wishing them a long, prosperous and happy life. [Lindsay.]
STONE-CONSIDINE--In St. Bonaventura Catholic church, Columbus, at 10 o'clock Wednesday morning, in presence of a few relatives, Dr. James G. Stone and Miss Mary E. Considine, of this place, were married, Rev. F. Liborius, of St. Joseph's church of Platte Center officiating. After the ceremony a wedding dinner was served at the home of Mr. and Mrs. B.H. Schroeder, Mrs. Schroeder being a sister of the bride. In the evening they came back home and for the present are living at the hotel. The bride has lived in Platte Center all her life and is a bright, industrious young lady with a host of warm friends. Dr. Stone is a comparative stranger here, but he has a manner about him that impresses one with the thought that the girl who captured him drew a prize. The Signal extends congratulations. [Platte Center.]
DIED
SMITH--The funeral of the late Samuel C. Smith was held at the home of Judge J.G. Reeder Sunday afternoon at 2:30, being conducted by Rev. Munro of the Congregational church. The services were in charge of the Masons and Rev. DeWolfe of the Methodist church read the impressive burial service at the grave.WESTCOTT--The sad and unexpected death of Mrs. Florence L. Westcott occurred at 5 o'clock on Sunday afternoon after an illness of about two weeks. Mrs. Westcott was born Oct. 1, 1879 at Macclisfield, England being the only daughter of Frederick and Elizabeth Garner. She was married to Mr. Westcott August 7, 1901, in Manchester, England. Mr. Westcott being at that time assistant priest at the parish church of Newton Heath, Manchester. She came to America in Oct. 1901 and joined her husband in missionary work in northern Wisconsin. Mrs. Westcott leaves three children Alban aged 5 years, Dorothy 3, and a babe of 2 weeks. Her parents residing in Allegheny, Pa., were called to her bedside and were present at the time of her death. On Tuesday at 8:00 a.m. Father Cash of Albion assisted by Rev. J.F. Collas of Schuyler said a requim mass for the repose of her soul. At 11 a.m. Bishop A.L. Williams assisted by Dean Becher of Trinity Cathedral Omaha, the Rev. J.S.C. Weils of Norfolk, Father Collas and Father Cash celebrated another choral Requim mass intended for the benefit both of Mrs. Westcott and the rest of the family. The burial services was held at the church at 2:00 p.m., and the body was then laid away in the Columbus cemetery. Mr. Westcott has the sympathy of all his people in this great affliction and their christian kindness has been demonstrated by many acts of a practical and most helpful kind.
???--Prof. Hurlbutt received a message from Bassett Wednesday forenoon, that his father-in-law had died. Mr. Hurlbutt drove to Norfolk, in order to get an earlier train for Bassett. His wife has been there for several weeks. [Creston.]
LOWE--We regret being called upon to chronicle the death of an infant child of Mr. and Mrs. Henry Lowe of the Skeedee on Sunday last, the cause of her death resulting from hooping [sic] cough. [Genoa.]
The Humphrey Democrat , May 10, 1907, pg. 1, col. 4
DIED
TARNOV --Mrs. M. C. Skorupa died at her home in this village on Monday of last week after an illness extending back to April 24, at which time she gave birth to a ten and one half pound boy, the cause of her death being blood poison. The deceased was the mother of seven children and she was a loving wife and mother. The funeral was held from St. Michaels church Friday afternoon and the remains were placed in the Catholic cemetery. The husband and seven small children are left to mourn her loss. Mrs. Skorupa was 27 years old at the time of her death. [grandmother of and submitted by Cyril A."Charlie" Skorupa (skorupa@kdsi.net)]
The Columbus Journal, May 8, 1907
BORN
ALLENBEGER [sic?]--Born, on Friday, May 3, to Dr. and Mrs. Allenbeger, a son.JENSEN--Mr. and Mrs. Alfred Jensen are rejoicing over the arrival of a baby girl at their home, born Sunday morning. [Lindsay.]
FREDERICHSON--A bran [sic] new baby boy was born to Mr. and Mrs. Frederichson Wednesday evening. "Dad" Frederichson now steps high. [Bellwood.]
BURKEY--Mr. and Mrs. Dan Burkey were made the happy parents of a bran [sic] new baby girl on Friday last. [Bellwood.]
DIED
IRWIN--Mrs. S.J.G. Irwin of Creighton died at her home Tuesday morning. Mrs. Irwin is a daughter of G.W. Ellston of this city and was for many years a resident of Platte county. Mr. Irwin is a nephew of J.H. Galley, who went to Creighton to attend the funeral, which will be held Friday afternoon at 2 o'clock.CONARD--The following notice of the death of Wm. Conard's father is taken from a Philadelphia paper: At Ocean City N.J., 4th month, 7th, 1907, David Conard, in his 87th year. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the services, on the evening of the 9th, at his late residence, at 8 o'clock P.M. Services also at Friends' Meeting House, Girard Avenue and Seventeenth Street, Philadelphia, on the 4th day, 10th, at 10 o'clock a.m. Interment private at West Laurel Hill. [Monroe.]
BORER--Died at the home of his son Joseph, 4 miles northeast of town at 3 o'clock Tuesday afternoon, Joseph Borer, aged 89 years. Funeral services will be held this morning at 9 o'clock at the St. Bernard church. Further particulars next week. [Lindsay.]
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Joseph Borer, an old resident of Platte county, living four and a half miles northeast of town, was taken with a stroke of paralysis Tuesday, while out in the yard and died before he could be tamed [sic] into the house. The deceased was aged 68 years, 10 months. The funeral will be held today from St. Bernard Catholic church. [Lindsay.]JOHNSON--Hulda E. Johnson, aged 35 years, died at her home at Looking Glass, Tuesday April 23, of pulmonary tuberculosis. She contracted a severe cold two years ago from which she never recovered. Deceased was born in Illinois. She leaves to mourn her death, a mother, a brother, Grant, and a sister, Mrs. Fred Nordgren. The funeral was held Friday afternoon from the Swedish Methodist church. Rev. Stromsberg preaching the funeral sermon. [Lindsay.]
HOLZESTEIN--Fred Holzestein, a young man who worked for different farmers in this part of the county for the past year or so, died in the Columbus hospital on Monday of last week, where he had been for medical treatment. The previous week he was around Humphrey in a pitiful condition, and on being notified of the young man's condition Supervisor Schure decided to take him to Columbus at the expense of the country [sic]. The young man was without funds or friends but it is understood he has a brother living in Kansas City. We understand the deceased was subject to epileptic fits which caused his death. [Humphrey.]
Columbus Journal, May 15, 1907
MARRIAGE LICENSES
Last week the matrimonial market was decidedly dull, not one license being issued, but this week Judge Ratterman issued three permits to wed, as follows: John C. Newton, Primrose, Ida May Hollingshead, Monroe; Otto Loseke, Emma Hoefemann, Platte Center; Geo. Strache, Madison, Shresia Poeffel, Columbus.DIED
MACK--George Mack, a former resident of Columbus, and father of Mrs. Carl Rhode of this city, died at his home in Staplehurst Wednesday evening at 9:25, aged 62 years and 9 days.
George Mack was born April 29, 1845, at Laugenau, Wurtemberg, Germany. He came to America in 1864 and located at Freeport, Ill., but a year later moved to St. Louis. In 1867 he married Ernestina Worth at Chester, Ill. They resided twenty years at Havana, Ill., and then came west to Columbus, where they lived eight years. For the last ten years they made their home at Staplehurst, where he died last Wednesday evening. He leaves a widow and two children, Mrs. Carl Rhode and a son William, and five grand children, and four step daughters and twenty grand children and one great grand child.
The funeral was held in this city Sunday at the home of Carl Rhode, and the body laid to rest in the Columbus cemetery. After the services, which were conducted by Rev. Neumarker, the Mannerchor, of which he was a member, rendered a few selections.
Those attending the funeral from abroad were three of his step daughters, Mr. and Mrs. Zelle of Kenny, Ill.; Mrs. John Ricks of Jacksonville, ILl., Mrs. Wm. McKinley of Peoria, Ill., and the husband of the fourth daughter, who was too sick to attend, Wm. Borgelt, of Havana, Ill.McMAHON--A beautiful soul wafted to a better land at her home in Columbus Nebr. on May 11th at twenty minutes to eight p.m. Mrs. John McMahon, nee Mary Griffin departed this life.
Deceased had been an invalid for thirty years, and helpless for twenty. She had been seriously ill since October, and so critical was her condition that death's knell was expected to strike almost at any moment. Finally it came last Saturday. The funeral obsequies were performed at the St. Bonaventura's church on Tuesday May 14th. Rev. Chas. A. Becker, of Geneva Nebr. sang the Requiem and performed the funeral obsequies at the grave. Rev. Marian Glahn O.F.M. delivered the funeral oration. He took as text the words of St. Andrew on the death of the Emperor Theodosant "We have loved him (her) during life let us not abandon him (her) until we have conducted him (her) by our prayers, to the House of the Lord."
He said in substance; The funeral obsequies of a dear relative or friend is always a source of sorrow and grief to the dear ones left behind. Yet there are such that affords us so much joy and consolation, that we find it difficult to discern which predominates, the sorrow for being bereaved of our dear ones or the felicity we experience at the thought that they must be in a better land free from all the toils, afflictions and temptations of life. This is preminently the case in the present instance, as you will all acknowledge when I relate to you the story of her life.
Mrs. McMahon was born at Emmis County Clair Ireland Dec. 15, 1832. Might just as well have said at once that she was born at "Emmis Fail" the Ancient Isle of Destiny, whose destiny was to be the Isle of Saints, Martyrs, and Scholars, and of good and holy people the whole world over, whose later destiny is by their presence to spread the true Religion throughout the world.
Mary arrived at New York City at the age of fourteen. She was married in 1866 to Mr. McMahon. They came to Columbus Nebr., in 1872. The marriage was blessed by six children, five daughters and one son, four of which are surviving their parents.
Miss Lydia, the oldest, is matron at the Industrial School for girls at Geneva Nebr. The rest lived with their mother in Columbus. Mrs. McMahon's love for the land of her birth is evident by the fact that she crossed the ocean three times. The great affliction of her life was the sudden and accidental death of her husband fifteen years ago.
Mrs. McMahon was a conscientious and virtuous woman throughout. As a mother she attended to the one important matter the christian education of her children. All her children received the advantages of a parochial and academic instructions. Nor does it appear that this fact has deteriorated them financially, socially or religiously. Her religious trend of mind was conceived by her anxiety to attend the first Communion Ceremony of each of her children, this crowning act of religious devotion and the apex of christian instruction.
This she did even though she had to be carried to the church.
During the long term of her helplessness, her life was spent in sewing and praying. Her needle was her tool and her Rosary was her sword, wherewith she extinguished the fiery darts of the evil spirits. This life of prayer imparts a halo of sanctity and a calm and serenity of mind about her was truly striking. She was one of the most joyous patients the world ever knew. A beautiful trait in her character was that she considered it a sacred obligation to pray for those who asked her to do so. She had a whole litany of such names of both living and dead and she would repeat a prayer for each. Her usual ejaculations were, "God bless you," "Welcome be the will of God," "Jesus, Mary, Joseph." She had a dream or vision that she would die in May, and so she did on the eleventh of May, on Saturday, our Lady's Day, just while the May Devotions were being conducted in church, and after having received the last blessing of the church by the attendant Priest thanks to her great devotion to Mary, the mother of God to whom she had platted so many wreaths of spiritual roses, May she rest in peace.!GROTELEUSCHEN--A very sad death was that of Mrs. Matilda Groteleuschen, wife of Anolph [sic] Groteleuschen of Sherman township. She was a daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Henry Wilkin of Sherman township, where she was born and grew to womanhood. She was married to Adolph Groteleuschen October 27, 1896, and five children are left to mourn the loss of a kind mother, four boys and one girl, the oldest one nine years and the youngest one year. Besides her husband she leaves a father and mother and one brother and one sister, Emil Wilken and Mrs. August Loseke. After years of hard work Mr. Groteleuschen was just completing a beautiful home and preparing to enjoy life, when his help meet [sic] was called. The funeral on Tuesday was one of the largest ever held in that locatity [sic], and was conducted by Rev. Deninger of the Loseke Creek church and the burial was in the cemetery at the church.
Columbus Journal, May 15, 1907
MARRIAGE ANNOUNCEMENT
LOSEKE-HOEFELMANN--Wedding bells will ring at St. John's Grand Prairie church on May 23d, at which time Mr. Otto L. Loseke will lead Miss Emma L. Hoefelmann to the marriage altar. The wedding feast will follow the marriage ceremony, at the home of the brides parents, Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Hoefelmann, in Grand Prairie township. [Platte Center.]MARRIED
GROSSLAND-NICHOLS--Married, on May 5, at St. John's Episcopal church, Oakland, Cal., Isabelle Nichols of Kansas city, Mo., and Delevante William Grossland, Rev. Edgar Lee officiating. The bride is a former resident of Columbus, having left here but a short time ago, and the groom is an associate member of the institute of mechanical engineers of Great Britian. Mr. and Mrs. Crossland [sic?] intend making their future home in Berkeley.RICHARDSON-GREENAWALT--Miss Myrtle Greenawalt of South Freedom avenue and Clyde E. Richardson of South Webb avenue were married Saturday evening at eight o'clock by Rev. Thomas Reisch. Mr. Richardson is employed as a machinist at the American Steel Foundries Co. The couple will make their home in this city.--The Alliance Daily Review. Miss Greenawalt was formerly a Columbus young lady, having lived here several years ago. The Journal joins with her many friends in wishing the newly wedded couple a long and prosperous life.
NEWTON-HOLLINGSHEAD--Married, at the home of C.W. Hollingshead, on Sunday, May 12th, Miss Ida Hollingshead of Monroe and John C. Newton of Primrose, Rev. W.J. Brient of the Methodist church officiating. These young people are well known in Monroe and vicinity, the bride being the daughter of Milt Hollingshead of Ganado, Tex., but formerly of this locality, and the groom is the eldest son of C.F. Newton, and resided here until about two years ago, when he removed to Primrose to engage in business. The Republican joins with their many friends in wishing them a happy and prosperous life. [Monroe.]
LANG-THILLE--Word has been received by relatives and friends in Humphrey of the marriage of Will Lang and Miss Mary Thille which took place in Los Angeles, Cal., yesterday. Both parties are well and favorably known in Humphrey and they have many friends here who join the Democrat in extending congratulations. The bride is a daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Nick Thille, formerly of this place, and the groom is a son of Mr. and Mrs. John Lang of Humhrey. Mr. Lang is in the employ of the Well Fargo Express Co. at Los Angeles. [Humphrey.]
BOESCH-SUPANCHICK--Miss Anna Supanchick, of this place, was married on Wednesday of this week at Columbus, Ohio, to Anton Boesch. The bride left Humphrey a couple of weeks ago for Columbus, but only a few of her intimate friends knew why she was making the trip. Mr. Boesch is a son of Mrs. Peter Supanchick of this place, there fore a step brother of the bride. The young man was here a few weeks during the winter to pay his mother a visit, and it was during this visit that the acquaintance resulted in a love affair and the ultimate marriage. [Humphrey.]
DIED
GARDNER--Mrs. Mary Amelia Gardner, who has been suffering from a cancer of the stomach for the past year, died at her home in South West Columbus, Friday evening, aged 67 years, 7 months and 10 days. The deceased was born Oct. 7th 1838 at Netsbrook, Germany near Berlin. Mrs. Gardner came to America in 1862 and in 1882 came to Nebraska locating in this city, where she lived with her husband Scott Gardner, until the Grim reaper called her to his home on high where suffering or sorrow is unknown. Mrs. Gardner was a faithful and loving wife and mother and leaves besides her husband three sons, William, Julius and John, all of whom are living in the city. Six children preceeded her in the world beyond. She also leaves a brother, Mr. Betke who lives in Iowa. The funeral was held Monday afternoon at the residence, Rev. DeWolf, pastor of the M.E. church officiating, and burial was in the Columbus cemetery.BRUNHOEBER--After a lingering illness, Mrs. Fred Brunhoeber died at her home on east Eleventh street Monday afternoon. Katherine Sofia Mary Miller was born in Hanover, Germany, March 25, 1852, and came to America and to Wisconsin in February 1869, and was married to Fred Brunhoeber in May 1871. They then moved to Nebraska and located in Colfax county, where they resided until 1890, coming to Columbus that year. Mrs. Bruenhoeber was 55 years, 1 month and 25 days old at the time of her death. She leaves besides her husband three daughters and two sons, three daughters having died since they moved to Columbus. One daughter lives in Omaha and one son in Colorado. She also leaves a father and two brothers, her father living on a farm in Shell Creek township. All the children will be here to attend the funeral.
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The funeral of the late Mrs. Henry Brunhober, who died Monday at her home on East 11th street, will be held Sunday afternoon at 2:30 o'clock at the German Reformed church. Rev. Neumarker will officiate.SMITH--Mrs. Howard Meahan received a message from Blair on Tuesday that her father, Earl Smith was killed. By telephone it was learned that he was about seven miles from home with his medicine wagon, when in some way it was overturned on him, crushing his skull. [Creston.]
KEITH--Mrs. Gertrude Keith, wife of James Keith, the comedian with Dr. Franklin's Medicine company, who were in Lindsay two weeks ago, was killed by lighting at the home of D.C. Laird at Crofton, Nebr., Sunday evening. [Lindsay.]
Columbus Journal, May 29, 1907
MARRIED
CZAPLA-KUSH--Married Tuesday at the home of the brides parents at Rochon Adolph Czapla of Columbus and Mary Kush. The groom is well and favorably known having only a short time ago been engaged in the saloon busines in this city. The Journal joins with the many friends of the bride and groom in wishing them a long and prosperous life.LOSEKE-HOEFFERMANN--Mr. Otto Loseke and Miss Emma Hoeffermann were married yesterday at St. John's Lutheran church, at Grand Prairie. The wedding feast was held at the home of the bride's parents in the afternoon and evening. [Platte Center.]
STRACKE-POEFFEL--George Stracke, eldest son of Mr. and Mrs. Frank Stracke, and Miss Tresea Poeffel were married at the Catholic church, Tuesday, May 28, at 9 p.m. There was a wedding reception at the home of the bride's parents, about three hundred inviated guests being present. [Route No. 4.]
DIED
NORTH--Frank North, son of J.E. North, died in Washington, D.C., last Thursday after a ten days' illness with typhoid fever. His sister, Mrs. C.D. Evans of this city was with him when the end came. Frank North was born in this county August 7, 1869. He attended the city schools until he graduated, and finished with a year at the Omaha Commercial college. He was court reporter for this judicial district under both Judges Post and Sullivan. Later held a position in the post office department at Washington and entered the Navy department when Paul Morton was at the head of that department. He was chief clerk in the office of the Marine quartermaster at San Francisco from 1905 until a short time ago, and was there during the earthquake of last spring. A short time ago he was transferred to Washington, where he was at the time of his death. His body was brought to this city for burial, accompanied by Mrs. C.D. Evans and Mrs. North, and funeral services were held at Grace church, being conducted by Rev. Dr. Westcott assisted by Rev. C.A. Weed of Joplin, Mo., and the burial was in the family lot in the Columbus cemetery.MARMOY--The many friends of Mr. and Mrs. Ed Marmoy formerly of this city but now of Omaha were grieved to hear the sad death of their infant son who died Thursday morning. The little one had been ill for a short time and death was unexpected. The remains were brought to this city for burial which took place Saturday afternoon, Rev. Munro conducted the services and interment was made in the Columbus cemetery.
LYNCH--Mrs. Thomas Lynch died Friday evening at 5 p.m. Last winter she suffered from an attack of grip and pneumonia, but recovered, and while her health was not the best her death was quite unexpected. The funeral was held Tuesday at the Catholic church in Platte Center and the burial was in St. Joseph's cemetery. [Route No. 4.]
Columbus Journal, June 5, 1907
BIRTHS
HAHN--Born, on Sunday, June 2, to Mr. and Mrs. L.F. Hahn, a son. [Route No. 5.]DIED
HARRINGTON--Mrs. R.W. Gentleman received a telephone message last Sunday apprising her of the fact that her aunt, Mrs. Bridget Harrington, died at Mercy hospital, Council Bluffs, on Saturday, May 25th, at the advanced age of 80 years. She will be remembered by the older people here as a sister of Mrs. Kate Carrig. Miss Agnes C. Carrig, of Beatrice, was in attendance at the funeral, which was held Tuesday morning from St. Philomena's church in Omaha, to Holy Sepulchre cemetery. [Platte Center.]LYNCH--After suffering for the past five months from a complication of ailments, Mrs. Johanna Lynch, widow of the late Thomas Lynch, passed quietly away on last Friday afternoon, May 24, 1907. The deceased had been under the constant care of a physician, and the approaching end of her earthly career was not anticipated. Death therefore came rather unexpectedly, only two daughters, Maggie and Nellie, being at her bedisde when the final summons came. Mrs. Lynch was one of the early settlers in this community, braving all the hardships and discomforts of early pioneer life. She was born in Kerry county, Ireland, in 1832. At the age of 16 years she came to the United States with relatives, settling near Worcester, Mass. where she remained some 5 years, after which time she moved to Cleveland, Ohio, where she was married to Thomas Lynch. The couple came to Omaha in 1856, remaining there two years and settling in Platte county, on the Lynch homestead, in 1858. Her husband preceded her into eternity 5 years ago last October, and she is survived by three sons, James, Thomas and Daniel, and four daughters, Maggie, Nellie, Mary and Mrs. James Morris of New York City. Funeral services were held from St. Joseph's church Tuesday morning, and a large concourse of friends accompanied the remains to the final resting place. Mrs. Lynch was a most devoted mother to her children. Under her guidance and watchful influence the Lynch children developed into useful, kind and thoroughly christian citizens. In her home and social life Mrs. Lynch was of a retiring nature. She seldom if ever attended social gatherings. But be it recorded as a token of sincere gratitude to her sacred memory by her many friends that Mrs. Lynch was ever ready and willing to visit the sick and afflicted in this community. Whenever death summoned a loved one from the midst of a family she was always among the first to console the bereaved relatives by her kindly presence and expressions of true christian condolance. When ever in this community a human heart was stricken with the touch of sorrow Mrs. Lynch sought to ease the anguish and pain of the afflicted. She will indeed be most kindly remembered by the many in this neighborhood who, in time of death and distress, have felt the balm of her kind, consoling influence. Mrs. Lynch was a christian lady in the truest and noblest sense of that word. Dedicated to her fond memory are her god-like deeds of true charity and benevolence. That her noble example may be emulated by many is our wish and prayer. [Platte Center.]
Columbus Journal, June 12, 1907
MARRIAGE LICENSES
The following marriage licenses were issued by County Judge Ratterman the last week: John Egger, Elizabeth Glur, Columbus; John J. Muck, Cornlea, Mary J. Connelly, Lindsay; Wm. Krumland, Bertha A. Schutt, Columbus.WEDDING INVITATIONS
LODER-MEYER--Wedding invitations are out announcing the marriage of Mr. Frank Loder and Miss Jessie Meyer at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Geo. Meyer, formerly of Bellwood; but now of Hendly, Neb., on Wednesday, June 12, 1907. [Bellwood.]MARRIED
EGGER-GLUR--Mr. John Ecker [sic] and Miss Elizabeth Glur were married at 4 o'clock Thursday afternoon, at the home of the bride's parents on east Eighth street, Rev. Neumarker officiating. Following the ceremony, which was witnessed by only a few intimate friends and relatives, an elaborate dinner was served. Both bride and groom are well and favorably known, having grown to womanhood and manhood in our midst. The Journal joins their many friends in wishing them a long and prosperous life.DIED
STUBBS--Miss Sylvia Stubbs, a seventeen-year-old school girl committed suicide at Ashland, Monday evening by the use of chloroform. The cause is attributed to ill health and despondency over some love affair. Her parents lived on a farm a few miles from Ashland, and the young lady was attending school in Ashland, stood high in her classes, and it is said she was an unusually pretty and attractive girl. The sad tragedy cast a gloom over the graduating exercises at Ashland during the past week.--Wahoo Wasp.SMITH--We copy the following obituary of Earl Z. Smith, of Blair Pilot.
Earl Z. Smith was born in McDonough county, Illinois, July 10, 1877, and died May 14, 1907. In 1895, he was married at Columbus, Neb., to Sylvia Wilsey, who with four children (three girls and one boy) are left to mourn the loss of a devoted husband and father. The deceased came to Blair about two years ago as agent for Rawleigh's-Remedies and in that capacity had built up a good business and made hosts of friends throughout the county. He bade good bye to his family Monday morning May 13, taking the Spiker route, north-west of Blair, expecting to return Thursday. On Tuesday morning about 9 o'clock as he was leaving the residence of Frank Warrick, seven miles northwest of Blair, his wagon was overturned in turning around, throwing him out and crushing his skull at the base of the brain. He lived for a few moments, never regaining consciousness. Although he lived but a short time in this vicinity, his upright character, honest dealings and pleasant disposition made friends of those who met him and all mourn with his family the loss of this good man. He was a member of the Modern Woodmen under whose auspices the funeral was held Thursday at 10 o'clock. Was also a member of the drill team. The sorrowing family have the sympathy of the entire community.--Communicated.AYERS--The sad and unexpected death of Mrs. Morris Ayers of Dubuque, Iowa who has been visiting her mother Mrs. Mary Williams in this city occurred late Saturday afternoon. The deceased had been ill for several years but at no time had her condition been considered dangerous.
Mrs. Ayers, formerly Bella Williams was born February 13th, 1867, at Silver Creek, Nebr., where she lived until 1893, when she was married to Morris Ayers. Three children were born to this union. All of whom are living. The husband was summoned and arrived in this city the following day. Besides those already mentioned, the deceased leaves a mother and one brother, Edward Williams.
Short services were held Tuesday morning at the residence, conducted by Rev. Arthur Westcott, rector of Grace church. The body was taken to Silver Creek where the funeral was held the same afternoon and burial was made in the Silver Creek cemetery.FOX--After an illness of five years Miss Minnie Fox, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Patrick Fox passed away at her home in this city Saturday evening. Minnie Agnes Fox, was born in Pittsburg, Ill. July 4, 1873. Besides her parents the deceased leaves four sisters, Mrs. Will Foster of Napier Nebr. Mrs. Will Ragatz and Miss Julia Fox both of this city. Three brothers Thomas Fox, of Carclock, South Dakota, William and Dave of this city. The funeral was held Tuesday morning at St. Bonaventura church. Rev. Marian Glahn O.F.M. officiating. Interment was made in the Catholic cemetery.
TYLLE--After an illness of only a few days little Anna Tylle, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Henry Tylle, passed away at her home in the Southeast part of this city, Thursday afternoon. The little one was taken sick with measles and later suffered an attack of pneumonia.
Anna Ioline Tylle was born March 26th, 1905 and at the time of her death was 2 years, 2 months and 11 days. The funeral was held from the family residence Saturday afternoon at 2 o'clock. Rev. R. Neumarker officiating. The remains were laid to rest in the Columbus cemetery.BROWN--After a lingering illness of acute tuberculosis, Mrs. B.F. Brown, formerly of Fullerton, died at St. Mary's hospital last Saturday afternoon. The deceased had been a patient sufferer for the past five years, and for the last two years had been receiving treatment at the hospital in this city. She leaves a husband and two small children to mourn the loss of a kind and loving mother. The funeral was held Tuesday morning at St. Bonaventura church, and burial was made in the Catholic cemetery of this city.
Columbus Journal, June 19, 1907
MARRIAGE LICENSES
Judge Ratterman issued the following marriage licenses the last week: Herman Luetke and Anna Graham, Creston. George Mohlman, Platte Center, Bernhardena Janssen, Creston; George F. White and Nellie Truax, Columbus; Garfield D. Mather, Norfolk, Florence E. Matthews, Columbus. The Judge performed the ceremony for the last two named couples.DIED
BRAY--Mrs. Mary Bray, wife of D.D. Bray of this city passed into the world beyond Sunday morning at St. Mary's hospital where she had been taken to receive treatment. She had been in failing health for the past year and was dangerously ill since January. Mary Catherine Hartman was born July 17, 1864 in Lycoming county, Pennsylvania. She was the eldest daughter of Henry and Sarah Hartman, and early in life became a devoted christian. The deceased came to Syracuse, Nebraska, in 1880, and was united in marriage to Daniel D. Bray, August 6, 1882. To this union nine children were born, eight of whom are still living, and in the city,--Arthur, Roy, Navilla, Susan, Rachel, Neal, Rollo and Ralph. One son, Dewey, died in infancy. Mr. and Mrs. Bray moved to Columbus in 1903, where they have since lived. The funeral was held Tuesday afternoon from the Presbyterian church, Rev. R.E.L. Hayes conducting the services, and burial was made in the Columbus cemetery.RYAN--Stephen Ryan, only son of Mr. and Mrs. S.J. Ryan passed away at his home Thursday morning. Stephen had been a patient sufferer for the past eight years, when at that time he suffered an attack of lung trouble from which he never fully recovered. Stephen O'Neil Ryan was born September 28, 1896 and at the time of his death was 10 years, 2 [sic] months and one day old. He leaves a father and mother, Mr. and Mrs. S.J. Ryan and three sisters, Katherine, Nellie and Eulalia, to mourn his death. The funeral was held Saturday morning at the Catholic church. Father Marion conducting the services and interment was made int he Catholic cemetery.
COOK--Mrs. W.L. Cook, wife of Dr. Cook of this city, passed away at her home on South Olive street Thursday evening. The deceased had been a patient sufferer for the past two years with cancer of the throat. Anna Augusta Cook was born in Michigan June 14, 1879 [sic?], and was married to Dr. Cook April, 1877 [sic?]. For the past thirty years she has made this city her home. Her husband and only one daughter, Mrs. Joseph Haney are left to mourn the loss of a kind and loving wife and mother. The funeral was held Sunday after noon at the family resident [sic]. Rev. Loten DeWolfe, pastor of the M.E. church officiating. Burial was made in the Columbus cemetery.
COLTER--James Colter died Saturday morning at the home of his daughter, Mrs. W.M. McCorkle of Columbus, with whom he had been making his home for some time.
James G. Colter was born in Ohio, July 22, 1847, and at the time of his death was 60 years, 10 months, and 23 days old. The deceased came to Nebraska in 1879 and for thirty five years was a physician and enjoyed a good practice, until failing health would not allow him to follow his chosen profession. He was a member of the Catholic church and ever lived up to his faith. The funeral was held Sunday afternoon from the Presbyterian church, Rev. R.E.L. Hayes officiating and interment was made in the Columbus cemetery.SCHRAM--Miss Elizabeth Schram who has been ill for the pst six months, passed away this morning at eight o'clock, at the home of Mrs. J.P. Becker, in northwest Columbus, death resulting from a complication of diseases. The deceased was born June 11, 1858, in Huntington county, Indiana and came to this city in 1872, where she has since lived. Those left to mourn her untimely death are Mrs. J.P. Becker and Daniel Schram of this city, Mrs. Carolina Mast of Minnesota and John Schram of Washington.
The funeral will be held Friday afternoon at 2 o'clock from the residence. Rev. R. Neumarker, pastor of the German Reform church will officiate.CLARK--Mr. and Mrs. Edward Clark received a telegram Monday afternoon, announcing the sad death of their son, Harry who for the past year had been working at the cigar trade in Manitoba Canada. His death came very unexpectedly. Only a week ago his parents received a very interesting letter from him stating that he was in the best of health. William Harry Clark was born in Columbus, October 12, 1881 where he lived until some years ago. Besides his parents, he leaves five brothers, namely, Herbert and Earl of this city, one brother George, living in Omaha, two brothers, Tom and John who reside in Washington. The remains will be brought to Columbus for burial but just when the funeral will take place has not yet been decided.
DUMM?--Miss Mamie Dumm, was called to O'Neil last Wednesday to attend the funeral of her sister Alice, who with six of her friends were boat-riding on a lake near O'Neil when the boat was turned over and four of the occupants were drowned, her sister being one of the unfortunates.
HUNGAN--Monday, Mr. Jack Dolan received the message announcing the sad and accidental death of his brother-in-law ____ Hungan, of Omaha who fell ____ his engine. Mr. and Mrs. Jack Dolan accompanied by Mr. and Mrs. __am Dolan left the same day for Omaha where they will attend the funeral.
Columbus Journal, June 26, 1907
MARRIAGE LICENSES
Three marriage licenses were issued by Judge Ratterman the last week, Fred H. Ripp and Jose L. Clother, Platte Center; Wm. Gregorious and Elizabeth Farley of Columbus; Winfield S. Page, York, Sopha Johnson, St. Edward. The Judge performed the ceremony for the last named couple.MARRIED
GREGORIUS-FARLEY--This morning at 8 o'clock, at the Catholic church, Wm. J. Gregorius and Miss Elizabeth Farley were united in the holy bonds of matrimony, Father Marion performing the ceremony, at which only relatives and a few intimate friends of the bridal couple were present. Both bride and groom are well and favorably known, having spent most, if not all of their lives in this city.
Mr. Gregorius is foreman at the Telegram office, and we feel safe in saying that he will provide abundantly for the lady of his choice.
Miss Farley is a very estimable young lady and the worthy couple may rest assured that the Journal takes pleasure in adding its congratulations to those of the numerous other friends in wishing them a life of prosperity and happiness. Mr. and Mrs. Gregorius will at once go to house keeping in a residence on East Fourteenth street, which has been nicely prepared for their occupancy.McKINNIE-FARM--At high noon at the Presbyterian church in the city of Sault Ste Marie, Michigan, on Wednesday of last week occurred the marriage of Mr. Burt P. McKinnie and Miss Tekla Farm. Mr. McKinnie, having relatives in Columbus, is quite well known here and has made many visits at various times. The happy young couple in recent years have been prominent in musical circles, having toured extensively in grand opera, Miss Farm having been associated as a prima donna with Madam Schuman Heink for several seasons. The young couple after a pleasant bridal tour of the northern lakes arrived in Columbus Sunday last for a few days' visit with relatives--the Turner, Jenkins and Terrell families--which was very much enjoyed. After August 1st, Mr. and Mrs. McKinnie will be at home to their many friends at "Valley View," near Loup City, Nebr.
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CLARK--The remains of the late Harry Clark arrived in this city from Edmonton, Alberta, Canada, Friday. The deceased suffered an attack of pneumonia which lasted only four days. The funeral was held Sunday afternoon from the Catholic Church. Father Marion performing the services. Interment was made in the Catholic Cemetery.
Columbus Journal, July 3, 1907
MARRIAGE LICENSES
During the last week four marriage licenses were issued by the county judge. Harry Farrar, Agnes Westerlin, Monroe; Edward Dyke, Nellie Postle, Columbus; John O. Jones, Mabel Tucker, Carrol, Neb.; R.M. Campbell, West Point, Elizabeth Sheldon, Columbus. In the absence of the county judge, Wm. O'Brien performed the ceremony for the first two couples.MARRIED
JOHNSON-ROBERTSON--Cards were received at this office the last of the week announcing the marriage of August Johnson and Miss Iva Robertson at the home of the bride at Oakland, California on June 18. Both bride and groom are well known to the residents of this section all of whom unite with the Leader in extending congratulations and best wishes for all the good things this life is capable of furnishing. [Genoa.]ANDERSON-SIMPSON--At the home of the bride's parents at Genoa, June 5th, Mr. George Anderson of Palestine, and Miss Maude Simpson were united in marriage. The ceremony was at high noon A.A. Dye officiating. The immediate friends of the families were present. Mr. Edward Peterson, groomsman and Miss Tamie Anderson, bridesmaid. Mr. and Mrs. are now on their wedding trip to Omaha after which they will make their home at Palestine.--St. Edward Sun.
FARRAR-WESTERLIN--Miss Agda [sic] Westerlin and Harry Farrar were married in Columbus Wednesday, Justice O'Brien performing the ceremony. Mr. and Mrs. Farrar are both well known in Monroe and have a large circle of friends who join in extending congratulations. They will make their home in Monroe for the present. [Monroe.]
BARRON-ATHEN--Word was received Thursday from Sioux City Iowa announcing the marriage of Mr. Pleasent J. Barron a former Columbus gentleman and while in our midst was editor of this paper, to Miss Nellie Athem [sic?] of Sioux City, Iowa. The ceremony was performed at the home of the bride's parent. The news came as a surprise to Mr. Barron's friends as only last week he spent several days in this city. After a short wedding trip Mr. and Mrs. Barron will go to Michael Neb. where they will make their future home.
TALBOT-KRUMEI--Mr. Orrin Talbot and Miss Anna Krumei both of this city were married Firday forenoon in Omaha by Father Brongust, pastor of the Creighton college pronouncing words which joined this young couple in the holy bonds of matrimony. Both the bride and groom are well and favorably known. The bride having lived here most of her life, while the groom has lived here for several yars. Mr. and Mrs. Talbot will visit relatives in the western part of the state before returning to this city where they will make their future home. The Journal joins with their many friends in wishing them a long and prosperous life.
ULMER-SCHNEEPFLOCK--Following is an article taken from the Lincoln State Journal of June 26th and will be of interest to many in this city. "Miss Phillipine Schneepflock, of this city and Rev. Ulmer, formerly of Columbus, were united in marriage today at the German Baptist church, Rev. R.B. Marquardt officiating. The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. George Schneepflock, of West Beatrice, and has taught school for a number of years. The groom is a son of Mr. and Mrs. Samuel Ulmer of Fairbury. Mr. and Mrs. Ulmer left the same day for Denver and other points in Colrado, where they will spend the summer.
CAMPBELL-SHELDON--Friday afternoon at the home of the bride's parents Mr. and Mrs. C.H. Sheldon on west 14th street occurred the marriage of their daughter, Miss Elizabeth Gertrude Sheldon to Mr. Rueben M. Campbell. The ceremony was performed by Rev. G.A. Munro, pastor of Congregational church. Relatives and only a few intimate friends of the bridal couple being present. After the ceremony the guests were invited into the beautifully decorated dining-room where an elegant luncheon was served. Mr. and Mrs. Campbell left the same afternoon for Indiana where they will visit until September when they will go to West Point, were Mr. Campbell is superintendent of the public school to make their future home. The out of town guests were Miss Rossa Wiggins of Omaha, Miss Ada Graham of Lincoln, Mrs. Nellie Sanderson of Springfield, Mass. and Mr. Charles Sheldon, of Clinton, Ill.
Columbus Journal, July 10, 1907
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EVANS--Lloyd the fifteen months old baby of Dr. and Mrs. E.B. Evans died Monday evening at six o'clock after an illness of only a few days with the measles. Funeral services were held at the home at one o'clock conducted by Rev. Dye of the Baptist church and the little body was laid to rest in the cemetery near the Baptist church nine miles south of town. They have the sympathy of the entire community in their sad bereavement.SAWYER--A horrible accident occurred at the state industrial school at Kearney last Saturday afternoon just as the day's work in the hay fields has been completed, that [cost] Eddie Sawyer, a 17 year old Lincoln boy, his life. He, with five other boys had been on top of the stack and got on the stack carrier to come down. It seems that Sawyer was holding to one of the teeth of the stacker in such a way that when the carrier struck the ground the force of the impact and his own weight drove the stack upward through his vitals/vitals the point coming out in the left shoulder causing instant death. No one was blamed. U.G. Sawyer father of the boy is engineer at the state capital. [Leigh.]
Columbus Journal, June 17, 1907
MARRIAGE LICENSES
Judge Ratterman issued three marriage licenses the last week as follows: John A. Webb, Spalding, Effie Skelton, Crescent, Ia.; Anton Christensen, Hampton, Neb., Mary Steinhorst, Columbus; Rolo Ivan DeLa Hunt, Cedar Rapids, Ia., Mary Lucy Ewing, Oelwein, Ia. The judge performed the ceremony for the last named couple.MARRIAGE ANNOUNCEMENT
CAMPBELL-SHELDON--We heard a rumor last week of the marriage of the superintendent of our city schools, Mr. R.M. Campbell, but not knowing the truth of the rumor, we made no mention. However it is a solemn fact that the above named gentleman has taken unto himself--a Miss Elizabeth Sheldon of Columbus. The marriage to [take] place Thursday at the bride's home. [Platte County.]MARRIED
WEBB-SKELTON--On Wednesday afternoon at Columbus occurred the marriage of John Webb and Mrs. Mayme Skelton, both of Spalding. While the wedding was kept a secret from the public, yet it was surmised that something of this kind was to be pulled off when the contracting parties, accompanied by the Misses Edna Connell and Amelia Zwiener, took the train Wednesday morning for Columbus. Mrs. Skelton while only having lived in Spalding a year has made many friends and has been prominent in social and musical circles and Jack is a lucky man in winning a life partner possessed of ability such as Mrs. Skelton has. Mr. Webb has resided here for some time and by his honest and upright dealings in business matters, and his jovial and good natured disposition, has won the respect and confidence of every person in this community. The couple left Columbus for Chillicothe, Mo., where they will spend their honeymoon.BOYER-CONNELLY--Another wedding occurred at Columbus Tuesday the parties being well and favorably known here. Mr. Merrill Boyer, of Belgrade was united in marriage to Miss Mary Connelly, of Cedar Rapids. This young couple arrived here Thursday and will make Spalding their home, Mr. Boyer being in the employ of the Belgrade Telephone Co. at this point.--Sentinel Spalding.
ADKINS-BONNER--It was all right and proper for Mr. and Mrs. Oris G. Adkins (nee Miss Bessie Bonner) to break the news as gently as possible without raising undue commotion that they were married at Council Bluffs, when they came to this city from that place to celebrate the Glorious Fourth. Mr. Adkins is employed in a wholesale commission house in Omaha and they will make their future home at that place. Adkins and Omaha gains but Clear Creek in Polk county loses a charming young lady. Mrs. Adkins is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. J.T. Bonner.
NORTH-STEVENS--Mrs. Anna L. Stevens, daughter of the late Captain Lee P. Gillette, and Mr. Edward W. North were married Monday evening at Trinity Cathedral, Dean Beecher officiating. Mr. J.E. North of Columbus, Nebr., father of the groom, and Mrs. Gillette of Oakland, Cal., mother of the bride, were among the out-of-town guests. Mr. and Mrs. North have gone on a wedding trip to be at home upon their return at the Dunsany.--Omaha Bee.
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HANTON--Mrs. Edward Hanton, of Fremont, formerly a resident of Platte Center, shot and killed herself with a 22-calibre pistol in the grocery store of Mortensen & Christensen. She had borrowed the weapon under the pretense that she wanted it to take with her husband on a picnic excursion the following day. She was a bride of two months, having been married to Mr. Hanton in May.WILLARD--Mrs. Amos Stevens was called to Genoa Monday on account of the death of her sister, Mrs. Mahala Willard, who was poisoned on the Fourth by eating pressed chicken that was placed in a tin dish. There were 14 in the company and 11 ate of the pressed chicken and every one were sick, some are not out of danger yet. V.F. Stevens and Dick Stevens, with their families, attended the funeral Wednesday of Mrs. Willard. [St. Edward.]
Columbus Journal, July 24, 1907
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TRUMAN--George S. Truman, one of the pioneers of Monroe township and Platte county, died at his home, east of Genoa, Monday. He had been in very poor health for a number of years, due to old age, as he was nearly ninety years old. Ever since coming to this locality Mr. Truman maintained a government weather station which he was compelled to give up less than a year ago on account of his advanced age. The funeral will be held from the Friends church, near his home, of which he was a member and burial will be in the cemetery at the church.WEINELT--Mrs. Anna Weinelt, wife of Joseph Weinelt, died at her home in the eastern part of the city, Monday evening, from a stroke of apoplexy which she suffered on July 14. Anna Gabriel was born in Neudorf, Moravia, Bohemia, May 9th, 1831. She was married to Joseph Weinelt in 1856 and came to America in 1885, locating with the family at Humphrey. They made that their home for eight years, and then moved unto a farm near the Shell Creek, living there until 1902, since which time they have made Columbus their home. Mrs. Weinelt was 76 years, 2 months and 13 days old and leaves besides her husband one son, Joseph, Jr., and one daughter Louisa. The funeral will be held this (Wednesday) afternoon at the German Reformed church and be conducted by Rev. R. Newmarker, and the burial will be in the Columbus cemetery.
GADEKA--The funeral of Mr. O.A. Gadeka of Polk county, who died on Thursday morning was held from the residence of his parents, on west 15th street Columbus at six thirty on Sunday morning with Rev. R.E.L. Hayes pastor of the Presbyterian church officiating. The remains were taken to the old home in Valley precinct, where the concourse halted for dinner, it being eighteen miles from Columbus. There they were met by a n mber of the Lodge of the United Workman from Osceola, with Judge F.H. Ball in charge, and the body was escorted to Osceola nine miles from the home, and laid to rest in the Osceola Cemetery. Mr. Gadeka was a gentleman greatly respected in the county. He was a little over fifty years old, and leaves to mourn his death besides his aged parents, his widow and seven children ranging from eighteen to four years of age, five boys and two girls.
August Cadeke [sic?] [was] one of the solid farmers of Valley precinct Polk County, and who lately sold his farm after buying a section of land in Texas. He was visiting with his parents and brothers and sisters at Columbus and was taken quite sick with gall stones, kidney trouble and rheumatism, all that his faithful physician Doctor Allenberger could do for him was done, but to no avail, and he passed to the great beyond last Thursday morning at the home of his parents in west Columbus. Mr. Cadeke had lived in Polk County almost all his years he being about fifty years of age. He was a good man and respected by all who had formed his acquaintance. He was a member of the Ancient Order of the United Workmen and leaves to mourn his untimely death, besides his widow and a number of children his aged parents, brothers and sisters. He was a jovial kind hearted man, and he would never have thought of leaving Polk county for Texas, were it not that land sold at so high a price in Polk, and he wanted to provide home for his children and those depending upon him, and so he secured the homes in Texas that he was never permitted to occupy.PUGSLEY--After suffering for about seven months with Bright's disease, W.O. Pugsley passed away Wednesday morning at his home, five miles northwest of Monroe. Since he was stricken the doctors offered no hope, but within the last month there was a chance that he might partially regain his health. Mr. Pugsley was one of the eastern men who came to Nebraska almost a quarter of a century ago. Born in Westchester county, New York in 1838, he came to Illinois when in early manhood, returning to his native state in 1865, when he was married. Residing in Illinois for twenty years, he became interested in Nebraska, and in 1885 moved his family to Genoa, where they lived until 1888, when they moved on to the farm. Mr. Pugsley was one of the influential and prominent men of this locality, and did much toward the development of the country during the last twenty years. Mr. Pugsley leaves besides his wife, three sons William H., Ralph J., and Pierre O., and two daughters, Faye and Lillian, and one sister, Miss Mollie Pugsley of Genoa. The funeral will be held from the home Friday at 2:30 and will be conducted by Rev. Parker of Genoa, the burial being in the Genoa cemetery. [Monroe.]
Columbus Journal, July 31, 1907
BIRTHS
LEIST--A daughter was born to Mr. and Mrs. William Leist, Tuesday. [Humphrey.]McWILLIAMS--Born, on Tuesday, July 23, to Mr. and Mrs. W.E. McWilliams of Genoa, a daughter, [Monroe.]
MARRIAGE LICENSES
Two marriage licenses were issued by Judge Ratterman during the last week, George G. Higgins and Pearl Ayer of Amherst, and Frank W. Trotter and Nellie A. Justus of Spaulding, Neb. The first named couple were married by Justice O'Brien.DIED
O'BRIEN--After a lingering illness, Mrs. Thomas O'Brien passed away last Saturday morning. Born in Kerry county, Ireland, seventy eight years ago. She lived there until the 50's when she came to America, accompanied by her husband whom she married in 1852. They first located in New Hampshire, then Chicago and later, Peoria, Ill., and in 1882 moved to Platte county. Her husband died about 35 years ago, since which time she has made her home with the children, of whom are are five living. Viz: Wm. O'Brien, James O'Brien, Ellen O'Brien, Mrs. M. Murphy of this city, and Robert O'Brien of Cheyenne, Wyo. The funeral was held Tuesday from the Catholic chruch, being conducted by Father Marcellinus and the burial was in the Catholic cemetery.DRAPER--Julia, the nine year old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Lee Draper, died last Thursday after short illness with appendicitis. Julia was the only surviving child, and this makes her death a very sad one. The funeral was held Sunday, services being held at the home and at the Congregational church, being conducted by Rev. Munro, and the burial was made in the Columbus cemetery.
HALL--Mrs. Caroline Hall died at the home of her son, Albert Hall, near Verdigris, Knox Co., Saturday morning July 13th 1907 at half past four, aged 69 years, 11 months and 22 days. [Leigh.]
KALWEIT--Wm. O. Kalweit, son of Mr. and Mrs. Otto Kalweit, and husband of Mrs. Nellie Latimer-Kalweit, was born on July 12, 1878. Died on Wednesday afternoon at 2 o'clock, July 17, 1907, as a direct result of a sudden attack of appendicitis on the 4th day of July, aged 29 years 5 days. [Creston.]
MONCREF--J.E. Moncref, a former resident of this county and for several years a teacher, at Wattsville, and later county superintendent, died at his home in Grand Island last Friday and was buried Sunday. [Monroe.]
TRUMAN--George Truman, a pioneer of this locality, died at his home, west of Monroe, Monday morning from old age. He had been in poor health for some time and his death was not unexpected, as he was almost ninety years of age. Mr. Truman settled on the home farm during the seventies and saw the country develop from a wilderness. He also established the first weather station in this locality, and it was due to his energy that many valuable records were obtained. The funeral was held Wednesday from the Friends church, and the interment was in the Friends cemetery. [Monroe.]
VOSS--A baby was born to Mr. and Mrs. Ed Voss Tuesday evening, and lived but a few hours. [Madison.]
MALONY--The funeral of R.A. Malony was held Sunday afternoon at two o'clock from the home, Rev. Bothwell officiating. The remains were then taken to the Clausen cemetery where they were laid to rest with the beautiful Masonic burial services. At the close of the service C.E. Plass sounded "taps", Mr. Malony having requested this several years ago and a brave soldier has gone to his last home. The Grand Army attended in a body. Beautiful floral pieces were sent by the Masons, Eastern Star, Odd Fellows, Methodist Aid society, and others. The funeral was a very large one, the yard being completely occupied by sympathizing friends. [Madison.]
Columbus Journal, August 7, 1907
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HOEFFLIN--The funeral of the late Catharine L. Hoefflin, conducted by the Baptist minister of Humphrey, who spoke in German, and Rev. G.A. Munro of Columbus, who spoke in English, was held at the residence of the family at 2 p.m. Saturday, August 3rd. The deceased, a daughter of Rev. J.M. and Mrs. Minnie Hoefflin of this place, was born Sept. 29, 1881, in St. Louis, Mo., in which place her father was pastor at the time of her birth. She began her school life in Muscatine, Iowa, where her family lived for nine years, her father filling the office of general missionary of the Baptist church. In Williamsport, Pa., she attended the public school, graduating from the grammar department, and then completing a course in a commercial college. At that place she was converted at the age of fourteen, bapitzed by her father, and received into the following of the Baptist church. At the age of sixteen her nervous disorder from which she has been a constant sufferer since, had so far progressed as to prevent her from taking up the work for which she had made such thorough preparation. In May, 1905, she moved with the family to this place, where, after a lingering illness, and latterly intense suffering, which she bore with uniform christian fortitude, she died Tuesday, July 20, '07 aged 25 years, 10 months and 1 day.SAVAGE--Michal Savage, a resident of this city since 1881, died at his home in the north part of town, last Saturday. Mr. Savage was born in Ireland, January 10, 1847, and was 60 years, 7 months and 18 days old at the time of his death, which resulted from tubercolosis of the kidneys, from which he suffered for over a year. Mr. Savage came to America late in the 60's, and settled in Columbus in 1881. On April 30, he was married to Miss Katie Gentleman, who with one son, Frank and one daughter, Marguerite, survive him. For twenty years he was employed as watchman at the Union Pacific bridge across the Loup west of this city. Mr. Savage was a devout catholic and the funeral was held from that church Tuesday morning at 9:30, preceded by a short service at the home and burial was in the Catholic cemetery.
MAHAFFEY--Only a few days ago the home of Mr. and Mrs. Ezra Mahaffey was made happy by the arrival of a bright baby boy. But on Wednesday it was taken sick and Thursday passed away. The funeral was held Friday afternoon from the Catholic church and interment was in Catholic cemetery.
DONNELY--Jerry Donnely, formerly a resident of Columbus, but a resident of Clarks for the last twenty years, died Wednesday evening at the home of his niece, Mrs. Patrick Lyons of this city. Mrs. Lyons was notified of his serious illness Tuesday and Wednesday she went to Clarks and had him brought to her home in this city. Mr. Donnely was born in Ireland in 1820 and at the time of his death he was seventy-seven years of age. He came to Columbus from Ireland fifty years ago and resided here until his removal to Clarks twenty years ago. He leaves one son, Michael Donnelly of Portland, Ore., his wife and sons and one daughter, having passed away a number of years ago. The funeral was held Wednesday from the Catholic church, being conducted by Father Marcellinus, and the burial was in the Catholic cemetery.
KERR--Mrs. L.O. Kerr died at her home in Fairfax, S.D., July 25, aged 41 years, after a lingering illness. Her maiden name was Grace Newton and the family were residents of this county eighteen years ago. She leaves beside her husband, seven children, to mourn her loss. Mrs. D. Kerr left Friday for Fairfax to attend the funeral. [Monroe.]
WEIBEL--Anton Weibel of Jonesboro, Ark. formerly a resident of this place, arrived in town last week on a visit to friends and relatives. Humphrey friends of the family will be sorry to learn that Mrs. Weibel died a couple of weeks ago at her home in Arkansas. [Humphrey.]
CASEY--News is received from St. Edward to the effect that Harry Casey, son of Jack Casey, formerly of this section, was drowned in the mill race at that place on Monday afternoon. He drove into town Monday, put up his team, got some dinner and then securing a fishing pole went to the race to fish. This was the last seen of him. Search was made for him yesterday morning and his hat and fish-pole being found on the river bank, the mill flume was dragged and his body found. He was 21 years old. [Genoa.]
Columbus Journal, August 14, 1907
BIRTHS
LUTZ--Born, to Mr. and Mrs. C.A. Lutz in east Columbus, on Wednesday evening, a boy. Papa Lutz is now rejoicing over the fact that he now has the proverbial number of seven bright boys.MYLET--Born, on Wednesday, August 14, to Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Mylet, a daughter. [Monroe.]
MARRIED
MOORE-KLAUS--Miss Lena Kluas, formerly of this city, but now of Monroe, and Mr. Vestal Moore of that place, were married by Judge Ratterman last Friday. Miss Klaus was employed in the post office at Monroe for over two years and Mr. Moore is engaged in business there.DIED
MURDOCK--Mrs. J.S. Murdock died at the home of her son, H.S. Murdock, last Saturday, morning, aged 74 years, death being due to heart trouble. Charlotte L. Hudson was born in April, 1883, and married to J.S. Murdock in 1852. She came to Columbus with her husband twenty-nine years ago, and since that time has made this city her home. She leaves two sons, H.I. of this city, and William of San Diego, Cal., her husband having died several years ago. Mrs. Murdock was a member of the Methodist church, and the funeral was conducted by her pastor, Rev. DeWolf, Monday morning, and the burial was in the Columbus cemetery.SCHUKLEY--A two-year-old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. August Schukley living near Newman Grove, accidently fell into a water tank on Tuesday of this week and before assistance reached the little one she was drowned. The mother discovered the baby in the tank some time later, and everything possible was done to restore life, but it was too late. Mrs. Schukey is a cousin of Mrs. Jos. Lachnit of this place. [Humphrey.]
Columbus Journal, August 21, 1907
DIED
ROTH--Word was received in Humphrey yesterday morning of the sudden death of Mrs. J.C. Roth at her home at Clearwater, this state, which occurred early in the morning. The cause of her death is supposed to have been heart disease. The remains were brought to Humphrey and buried in St. Francis cemetery. There seems to be an extremely sad fate attending this family. While they lived in Humphrey they lost a child as the result of being burned; a short time after moving to Clearwater, the eldest daughter, Viola, died, and a short time ago a son, Clarence, was drowned. This is about the limit of grief endurance, and the many friends here deeply sympathize with them. [Humphrey.]MAHER--"Uncle Tom is dead." These were the sad words that passed from mouth to mouth in our village last Monday evening, and in this manner was the death of Thomas Maher announced, because he was known to every person in this community as "Uncle Tom." Mr. Maher's death came as the result of a short illness, caused by a general break-down, but more particularly by an acute attack of Bright's disease. He had been confined to his bed only about one week, when on last Monday afternoon the final summons came and he passed into eternity, well prepared for death with the holy sacraments and blessing of the Catholic church. The well attended funeral service, with solemn Requiem High Mass was held from St. Joseph's church on Wednesday morning, and all that remained earthly of Thomas Maher was laid to rest in the Catholic cemetery beside the remains of his father, mother and brother Michael. Mr. Maher had an eventful career. Born in Parish Moyne, County Tiperrary, Ireland, in 1824, he went to Australia and New Zealand at the age of 16 years, where he engaged in gold mining with considerable success. After several years he returned to his native home in Ireland, from where, with his brother Michael, he immigrated to Rockford, Illinois, in 1851, where they engaged in farming. In 1868, during the gold excitement in the west, the two brothers set out to cross the plains and seek their fortunes in mining. Upon arriving at Columbus, they were dissuaded by Indian hostilities and other difficulties to abandon their project, and they drifted up Shell creek valley and filed on homestead claims where now stands the Maher home and where they have resided ever since. Mr. Maher was a well educated gentleman, and during the early pioneer days, even before school districts were organized, he taught school in this locality. He was of a cheerful disposition, ever kind and considerate to those with whom he came into contact. He was in his 83d year at the time of his death, and had never been under a doctor's care until his recent illness. May he rest in peace. [Platte Center.]
Columbus Journal, August 28, 1907
WEDDING INVITATIONS
SHEPHERD-WEEKS--Monroe friends have received invitations to the wedding of Miss Fannie Weeks to Joseph T. Shepherd, which will take place at her home in Auburn, N.Y., on August 28. The Misses Maude and Ida Hill of Monroe, who are visiting in the east, will be the bridemaids. [Monroe.]MARRIED
LACHNIT-GRIFFIN--Henry C. Lachnit and Miss Mamie Griffin were united in marriage in the Holy Family church at Lindsay Wednesday. Most people in this part of Platte county know both the bride and groom. The bride is one of Lindsay's popular and accomplished young ladies. The groom is a brother of Jos. and Fred Lachnit of this place, and he enjoys the confidence and esteem of those who know him. A number of Humphrey people were over to Lindsay to attend the wedding. In the evening a wedding dance was given in the opera house. The Democrat joins in extending congratulations to Mr. and Mrs. Lachnit. [Humphrey.]HOERLE-HILLIARD--Pearl Hilliard, daughter of J.R. Hilliard and Jacob Hoerle of Clearwater, Neb., will be married today. After the ceremony there will be a reception at the home of the bride. [Route No. 4.]
DIED
MITCHELL--Lieutenant John B. Mitchell of Stromsburg, who died on Wednesday was born in Fayette County May 16th 1835 and at his death was a little more than 72 years. He formerly lived in McHenry county, Illinois, moving there after the war closed, there he lived until 1873, when he came to Polk county and took up a homestead, in Platte Precinct. He lived on his homestead until 1876, was then elected county superintendent of schools and held the office until 1881, living at the county seat, Osceola. There is no one to say that but John B. Mitchell made a good superintendent, and had the friendship and regard of all. Afterwards he took up the line of real estate and insurance in Osceola, his health failed him very fast and for a number of years, he has been completely knocked out with rhumatism and paralysis as a result of his army life. He was a brave and gallant soldier of the civil war and served in Company "B" of the 126th Illinois infantry. He enlisted in August 1862 was made its Lieut of the Company, was a brave officer, was mustered out on account of disability in January 1864. He was pensioned at the rate of lieutenant $17 per month, which was a very small pension for his disability; which was almost the loss of both legs. A few years ago Congressman Hinshaw, secured a special bill to be passed through congress give him a pension of forty dollars a month. He was a Charter Member of J.F. Reynolds Post G.A.R. of Osceola No. 26 and had held all the offices in the gift of the Post and was the Adjutant for three years. He was a loyal soldier faithful to the G.A.R. and will be missed by the comrades and friends. [Polk County.]SOULLIERRE--Joseph Soullierre died at his home two miles west of town last Saturday afternoon, after an illness of several weeks' duration, of liver trouble. He had not enjoyed very good health for several years, but until stricken with the last trouble he enjoyed life fairly well. The funeral was conducted from St. Joseph's church Monday morning, and interment was in the Catholic cemetery. [Platte Center.]
RIELY--Miss Agnes Carrig went to Omaha last Friday to attend the funeral of her aunt, Mrs. Mary Riely. She was accompanied by Miss Nellie Sullivan and Mrs. C.J. Carrig. [Platte Center.]
SHOTKOSKY--A sad accident happened last Thursday at the home of Henry Shotkosky south of the Loup. His little son, aged 18 months, was playing in the yard near the house, when he fell into a water tank and was drowned. The funeral was held Saturday. [Genoa.]