The Columbus Journal, September 4, 1907
BIRTHS
GROSNICKLAUS--A daughter was born to Mr. and Mrs. Albert Grosnicklaus, living one and a half miles southeast of town. [Platte Center.]CLUGGE--A son arrived at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Adolph Clugge, living nine miles __th of town last week. [Leigh.]
MARRIAGE INVITATIONS
DETMER-OLSON; MILLER-OLSON--Mr. and Mrs. Andrew Olson have issued invitations to the marriage of their daughters, Emma O. to Frank H. Detmer, and Myra J. to Milton Miller, at their home, on Wednesday, September 11, 1907, at 12 o'clock. [Genoa.]DIED
DAVIES--Duward, the eighteen year old son of Mr. and Mrs. A.L. Davies of this city, died Monday in Omaha as the result of an cute [sic] attack of appendicitis. He had been sick but a week, and was not considered in a dangerous condition until a few days before his death, when his parents were called to his bedside. Durward had been in Omaha about a year and was employed in the wholesale house of M.E. Smith & Co. The remains were brought to this city Tuesday evening, and the funeral will be held Thursday at 2 p.m. from the house and be conducted by Rev. Munro of the Congregational church.BROCKSHEKER--Henry Brocksheker, an old soldier, aged about 75 years, died last Friday night at the home of Peter Klas in this city. The old gentleman came here from Michigan about four weeks ago for a visit with friends and relatives, and was taken ill soon after reaching here. His death was due to old age and a general breaking down of his system. The funeral was held Monday forenoon from St. Francis church and the remains were laid to rest in the church cemetery. The deceased was a distant relative of Mr. Klas. [Humphrey.]
KELLY--The infant son of Mr. and Mrs. W.J. Kelly of St. Edward died last Thursday after a short illness. The funeral was held Saturday, a number of Monroe relatives attending. [Monroe.]
Columbus Journal, September 11, 1907
DIED
MADDEN--Mrs. A.J. Smith received word last week that her brother, Michael T. Madden was run over by a train at Havelock, and fatally injured. Mr. Madden was a boiler maker, working for the B.& M. at Havelock. Mrs. Smith did not receive word of the accident until after the funeral which was held at Lincoln, Sept. 2.YOUNG--Robert Young, who has lived near Clarks for about 20 years, was shot and instantly killed last Friday. It is not known whether the wound was accidental or self-inflicted. He left a wife and four children. [Silver Creek.]
Columbus Journal, September 18, 1907
MARRIED
NELSON-KAY--News was received in this city the first of the week announcing the marriage of Martin Nelson and Mrs. Sarah Kay at the home of the latter in Kansas, the event transpiring on September 1. Both bride and groom are well known in this city and a large circle of friends unite in extending hearty congratulations. They will make their future home in Kansas. [Genoa.]DETMER-OLSON; MILLER-OLSON--At the country home of Mr. and Mrs. Andrew Olson west of Kent occurred on Wednesday of this week a most charming double wedding. Miss Emma Olson was led to the altar by F.H. Detmer, while her sister Myra was united to Miller. The nuptials were solemnized in the presence of a very large company of friends, by the Rev. Wm. J. Brient of the Methodist church. It is unnecessary to speak of these young people individually as they have grown to manhood and womanhood among us. Mr. and Mrs. Detmer are to make their home upon their parents farm and Mr. and Mrs. Miller will reside in Genoa. After the ceremony in the house, about 150 sat down to a most bountiful repast in a grove near the house. Many beautiful and useful presents were displayed and relatives were present some of them coming from Chicago to attend this unusual happy event. The Leader begs leave to have a conspicuous part in the abundance of good wishes that follow these young people into their new homes. [Genoa.]
JACOBS-FREDERICK--John Jacobs and Miss Winfred Frederick went to Columbus last Friday for the purpose of fulfilling a verbal contract made some time ago. Soon after arriving in Columbus they called at the office of County Judge Ratterman and secured the legal right to enter into a contract for better or for worse. The knot was securely tied by the County Judge, and the couple returned to Genoa Mr. and Mrs. John Jacobs. They will make their home on a farm northeast of Genoa. [Genoa.]
DIED
ENGEL--The remains of Willie J., infant son of Mr. and Mrs. George Engel of Silver Creek, were brought here last Friday afternoon and buried in the Shell Creek cemetery, services being conducted by Rev. Grauenhorst of the Lutheran church. The little one had been sick about four months and was one year, ten months and seventeen days old at the time of his death.RUSSELL--After an illness of four months, Margaret Hill Russell passed away last Friday at her home in the northeast part of the city. Mrs. Russell was born in Danville, Ky., January 17, 1834. In 1869 she came to Nebraska, settling at Brownville, where she lived until about twenty-four years ago, since which time she has made her home in this city. Her husband died some years ago, and she leaves two sons and one daughter, Chas. Russell of Lawton, Okla., John Russell of of Kansas City, Mo., and Mrs. Clara Carson of Grand Junction, Colo. Mrs. John Russell of Kansas City has been here ever since her first sickness. The funeral was held Monday from the residence being conducted by her pastor, Rev. Loran R. DeWolf of the Methodist church and she was laid to rest in the Columbus cemetery.
BECHTEL--After a lingering illness of typhoid pneumonia, Walter Ernest Bechtel, only son of Mr. and Mrs. A.J. Bechtel passed away at his home in north Columbus Sunday morning. He had been confined to his bed for the past five weeks, and at no time had his illness been considered serious until Friday when he was taken much worse. Walter was a kind conscientious boy and loved by his many associates. He was a student of the High school, having completed his Freshman year. The deceased was born April 6, 1889, in Seward where he lived until about eleven months ago, when with his parents he came to Columbus to make his future home. Besides his parents he leaves four sisters, namely, Mrs. Lena Wullanuaber of Seward, Mrs. Lucy Wichelman, of Hastings, Mrs. May Benninghoven, of Seward and Irene Bechtel of this city to morn [sic] his loss. The funeral was held Tuesday afternoon from the residence, Rev. Munroe, pastor of the Congregational church, officiating, and interment was made in the Columbus cemetery.
Columbus Journal, September 25, 1907
MARRIAGE BANS
HOSTREITER-MAGG--The marriage banns of Frank Hostreiter and Miss Anna Magg, were published for the first time in the St. Bernard Catholic church, Sunday. [Lindsay.]MARRIAGE LICENSES
James F. Roy of Ashton, and Mary Galus of Duncan, Andrew E. Swanson of St. Edward and Alma E. Nordgren of Newman Grove, Nels W. Remlin and Mathilda Kusek, both of Columbus, Louis Lutjelusche and Milla D. Plugge both of Colfax county, Theodore Odenthal and Maud Wallace, both of Columbus, were issued marriage licenses by Judge Ratterman the last week.MARRIED
ALBRACHT-SCHACHER--Invitations are out announcing the marriage of Miss Gertrude Schacher and Henry Albracht, Tuesday, Sept. 24th. [Lindsay.]DIED
DANFORD--We are pained to be called upon to record the death on Sunday last of Mrs. Frank Danford at her home near Kent ranch. Mrs. Danford had been ill for several weeks and the last of the week an operation was performed upon her from which she failed to recover. The deceased was the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. S.E. Vaught of this city and besides her husband and aged parents leaves two brothers, Elbert and John Vaught, to mourn her demise. The Leader joins the entire community in extending to the bereaved relatives heartfelt sympathy in this their hour of dire affliction. The funeral was held on Tuesday and the remains laid at rest in Skeedee cemetery. [Genoa.]
Columbus Journal, October 2, 1907
ENGAGEMENT ANNOUNCEMENTS
FRANCISCO-DUGAN--Mr. and Mrs. M.E. Dugan announced the engagement of their daughter, Marie Theresa, to Mr. Cecil Jay Francisco of South Omaha, Neb. The wedding will take place late in October at the home of the bride's parents. Miss Dugan is a charming and accomlished young woman, who has grown to young womanhood in this city, receiving her education in the convent and the Cheyenne high school. Mr. Francisco is a cattle buyer for the Swift Packing company. He is a prominent member of the South Omaha Country Club, the Omaha Bowling club, having won a national reputation in match games, and is tenor singer in Trinity cathedral, Omaha--Cheyenne Daily Leader. [Platte Center.]MARRIAGE LICENSES
Four marriage licenses were issued by Judge Ratterman during the last week as follows: Frank Hastreiter, Madison, Anna A. Maag, St. Bernard, Orville Barnard, Cheyenne, Zella Lyon, Evansville, Ind., Fred A. Walker, Anna C. Olson, Monroe, William J. Drawbridge, Grace M. Francis, Columbus.MARRIED
BERNDT-GREISEN; GILSDORF-GREISEN--Tuesday of this week occurred the big double wedding at St. Anthony, the brides being the Misses Thresia and Anna Greisen, daughter of Henry Greisen of St. Anthony, and the grooms Gustav C. Berndt of Shelby and Math T. Gilsdorf of Humphrey. A number of Columbus relatives were in attendance.PEDERSON-BULLOCK--M.J. Pederson and Miss Jessie Bullock, both of Alliance, Nebr., were married at the Methodist parsonage Wednesday afternoon, Rev. DeWolf officiating. Mr. Pederson is a brother of Martin Pederson, mail clerk on the Columbus and Albion, and Lewis Pederson of the Clother hotel. He is a Burlington conductor with headquarters at Alliance. The bride is a resident of Alliance and is a niece of H.S. Kinnan south of the river.
MILLER-RATHBURN--W.B. Miller left last evening for Bonesteel, S.D., where he will be united in marriage to Miss Rathburn, formerly of this place. [Lindsay.]
SWANSON-NORDGREN--Miss Alma Nordgren and Mr. Andrew E. Swanson were united in the bonds of holy wedlock at the new Swedish Methodist church on the Looking Glass Wednesday afternoon at three o'clock, the pastor pronouncing the words which made them husband and wife. A dinner was tendered the newly wed at the home of the brides parents. They will go to house keeping on a farm in Boone county belonging to the grooms father. The Post joins with their many friends and relatives in extending congratulations. [Lindsay.]
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SLIVA--A month-old son of Mr. and Mrs. Mike Sliva died last Monday and the funeral was held Tuesday. [Platte Center.]
Columbus Journal, October 9, 1907
BIRTHS
MAGASMEN--Born to Mr. and Mrs. Charles Magasmen, September 29th, a son. Dr. Cauley reports are doing nicely. [Humphrey.]IFLAND--Born, on Monday, September 30, to Mr. and Mrs. Ollie Ifland, a son. [Monroe.]
WEBSTER--Born, on Sunday, September 29, to Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Webster, a daughter. [Monroe.]
WEDDING ANNOUNCEMENTS
DAVIS-HOPKINS--Wedding announcements are out for the marriage of Hiram Davis, formerly a Bellwood boy but now of Hartford, Kas., and Miss Minnetta Hopkins, which will take place the 16th of this month at the home of the bride's mother. [Bellwood.]MUFF-SCHUETH--Announcements are out for the marriage of Miss Christina Schueth, a daughter of Judge and Mrs. Schueth, to Clemus Muff, a brother of Marshal Jos. Muff. The wedding ceremony will take place in St. Francis church Tuesday morning, October 8th. [Humphrey.]
MARRIAGE LICENSES
The following marriage licenses were issued by Judge Ratterman the last week: Nels J. Pedersen, Jessie I. Bulleck, Alliance; Clemens A. Muff, Cedar Rapids, Christina A. Schueth, Humphrey; Mark T. McMahon, Letitia E. Speice, Columbus; Robert E. Workman, Mae Smith, Belgrade. The last named couple were married by the judge.MARRIED
CLARK-MacCORRISTEN--Cards were received by the friends and relatives at Columbus and Osceola from Mrs. Benjamin Franklin Meyers of New York City, announcing the marriage of her daughter, Blanche Beattie MacCorristen, to Dr. Bert Boone Clark, and that they would be "At Home" after the 1st of November, 1907, at No. 6, West 129th Street N.Y. City. Mrs. Meyers is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Daniel Jarmin of Osceola and formerly lived at Osceola. Miss Blanche having spent her childhood days and having hosts of friends that congratulate.LINDQUIST-COLWELL--Judge Saunders performed the marriage ceremony at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Milton Colwell east of Osceola over twenty years ago, and now on the last day of September, Judge H. Campbell, has gone and done it again, that is to say that he as judge performed the ceremony for Mr. Luther E. Lindquist and Miss Colwell and this happy couple among Polk county young people are made one till death do them part and must be addressed as Mr. and Mrs. Luther E. Lindquist.
ENYEART-BURNTS--Leroy Enyeart and Miss Emma Burnts were united in marriage last Wednesday at Osceola. Both are highly respected young people and well known to many of our readers. They will live on a farm west of Bellwood. [Bellwood.]
STAROSTKA-ZELASNY--Monday morning last at the Catholic church in Silver Creek Miss Katy Starostka and Mr. Joseph Zelasny were married. The groom is a resident of ___county and the bride is a daughter of George Starostka of the Island in Merrick county. [Silver Creek.]
MILLER-RATHBURN--Miss Mame Rathburn and Mr. W.B. Miller were united in marriage at Bonesteel, S.D., last Saturday afternoon at one o'clock. They left there immediately for a wedding tour to southeast Iowa and will return here in a couple of weeks, where they will be at home to friends after Oct. 25th. We join their many friends in extending congratulations. [Lindsay.]
LYON-BARNARD--There was a romance in Monroe last week which ended in a wedding at the county seat Thursday. Miss Zella Lyon arrived here from Evansville, Indiana, a week ago Monday to visit with Mrs. Tillie Munter, intending to remain in Monroe. On Tuesday evening of last week Orville Barnard of Cheyenne arrived here on a hunting trip, and the two met. It was a case of love at first sight, and the result was a journey to Columbus, where Judge Ratterman performed the ceremony. They expect to remain here about a month and then go to Mr. Barnard's home in Cheyenne. [Monroe.]
JOHNSON-JOHNSON--The announcement of the marriage of Miss Jennie L. Johnson to Wilber Anson Johnson, which took place at York on Monday of last week, will be received with considerable interest by Central City people. Miss Jennie spent the greater portion of her girlhood here and has many friends in this county. With her mother she moved to York about two years ago and has since been employed in the telephone office there. [Central City.]
BERNT-GREISEN; GILSDORF-GREISEN--A beautiful double wedding took place at the hospitable home of Mr. and Mrs. Henry Greisen, sr., in St. Anthony Tuesday, the occasion being the marriage of Theresia Greisen and Gustav Bernt, of Shelby, and Anna Greisen to Mathew Gilsdorf, of Humphrey. The impressive and beautiful ceremony was performed at St. Anthony's church in the morning. The marriage ceremony was performed during solemn nuptial high mass, at which Father Desiderous, of St. Anthony, and Father Florentius, of Humphrey, Father Marcelenus, of Columbus, assisted. The two bridal couples and attendants made a very impressive and beautiful appearance during the ceremony. After the marriage an elaborate wedding feast was given to the many guests at the home of the two brides. Thresia and Anna Greisen were both born and raised in St. Anthony. There they spent their childhood. They are a splendid example of young women reared in the healthy atmosphere of rural life. Mr. Bernt, though a stranger, has made a most favorable impression on all with whom he comes in contact. He is a prosperous young farmer near Shelby, and where they will make their home. Mr. Math Gilsdorf is the second oldest son of Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Gilsdorf of Humphrey. He was born and raised in Platte county. He has prepared a home for his bride in Humphrey, where he is engaged in business. We extend sincere congratulations to both couples.
SWANSON-NORDGREN--Wednesday, Sept. 25, at the Swedish M.E. church, at 3 o'clock p.m., in presence of about two hundred invited guests occurred the marriage of Andrew E. Swanson to Miss Alma A. Nordgren, Rev. Stromberg pronouncing the words that made them husband and wife. The new church just completed was beautifully decorated with flowers for the occasion, and the wedding march was played by Miss Ester Anderson. After congratulations all repaired to the home of the bride's parents, where all partook of a bountiful wedding dinner. The newly wedded couple received many useful gifts of which the following is a list:
Mr. and Mrs. John Swanson, one hundred dollars; Gilbert W. Swanson, mantel clock; Oliver M. Swanson, hanging lamp; Fred N. Swanson, lamp; F.L. Swanson, berry set; G.H. Swanson, tumblers; Miss Minnie Swanson, match safe; O.E. Swanson, jelly spoon; J.M. Swanson, vase; Mr. and Mrs. August Ekman, table cloth and napkins; Mr. and Mrs. Erick Larson, table cloth and napkins; Mr. and Mrs. Martin Swanson, table cloth; Mr. and Mrs. Clarence Matson, table cloth; Mr. and Mrs. Frank Selander, table cloth; Mr. and Mrs. Alfred Stone, lace curtains; Alex and Anna Rood, lace curtains; Mr. and Mrs. Chas. Stone, towels; Mrs. Borg and children, floor rugs; Mr. and Mrs. Martin Nelson, floor rugs; Mr. and Mrs. Swan Swanson, floor rugs; Mr. and Mrs. J.P. Johnson, floor rugs; Mr. and Mrs. Chas Billstone, floor rugs; Mr. and Mrs. August Swanson, berry set; Mr. and Mrs. Hugo Adamson, berry set; Oscar Danielson, berry set; Walter and Albert Fredericson, berry set; Mamie and Ida Atkins, center set; Otto Nelson, salad bowl; Sadie Johnson, salad bowl; Mr. and Mrs. Andrew Nelson, plates; Ada Anderson, plates; Mr. and Mrs. Elon Swanson, center set; Mr. and Mrs. Youngrens, gravy spoon, sugar shell and butter knife; Alex Rearson, fruit plates; Grant Johnson, fruit holder; Mrs. Nordgren, salad bowl and table spoon; Nordgren children, extension table; Mr. and Mrs. Hans Hanson, knives and forks; Miss Ester Swanson, linen center piece; Victor Meyer, hand painted picture; Rev. Mr. and Mrs. Stromberg and Miss Carlson, center set; Mr. and Mrs. N.C. Nelson, bon-bon tray; Andrew Anderson, cracker bowl; Mr. and Mr. Elias Olson, coffee can; Mr. and Mrs. Martin Olson, lamp; Mr. and Mrs. Carl Adamson, lamp; Mr. and Mrs. J.O. Person, lamp; Mr. and Mrs. Albert Anderson, bed spread; Mr. and Mrs. J.P. Anderson, bed spread; Mr. and Mrs. John Johnson, bed spread; Alfred Swanson, bed spread; Herman and Carl Severs, hall rack; Mrs. Nels Nelson, tea spoons; Seth and Selelia Loss, tea spoons; Mr. and Mrs. A.P. Frederickson, tea spoons; Mr. and Mrs. Turnell, tea spoons; Mr. and Mrs. G.H. Skavduhl, tea spoons; P. Person, tea spoons; Mr. and Mrs. Clause Peterson, tea spoons; Mr. and Mrs. Alfred Olson, table spoons; Mr. and Mrs. George Nelson, table spoons; Rev. Mr. and Mrs. Johnson, berry spoons; Mary Hilms and Hanna Person, berry spoon; Angus Pearson, gravy spoon; Mr. and Mrs. Nels B. Johnson, rocking chair; Mr. and Mrs. C.A. Peterson, center table; Mr. and Mrs. John Hoglund, center table; Mr. and Mrs. Alfred Nordgren, chairs; Emil Hammer, chairs; Gust Schmadeke, chairs. [Walker.]DIED
HINES-ELLIS--Elizabeth Hines-Ellis was born in Shelby county, Indiana, May 25th, 1817. On the 17th of January, 1834, she was married to James Ellis, at Canton, Ill., having previously moved to that state with her family. In 1870 she moved to Nebraska with her family settling in Douglas county, where she resided for four years, moving then to Platte county where she lived continuously until the date of her death, which occurred at her home at 6:30 p.m. Friday, October 4, 1907, aged 90 years, 4 months and 10 days. When about 35 years of age she made public profession of her faith in Christ and united with the Methodist church at Canton, Illinois. Funeral services were conducted at the home northeast of Columbus at 2 o'clock p.m., Sunday, October 6th, the Rev. G.A. Munro officiating. Interment was made in the Columbus cemetery.ZWILNER--Joseph Zwilner, aged 73 years, died last Friday at St. Mary's hospital. He lived for many years south of the river in Butler county, and moved to Columbus six years ago. One son and three daughters survive, Joseph Zwilner, Mrs. Joseph Alt, Mrs. John Discher and Mrs. Daniel Thalnal. The funeral was held Monday morning at 10 o'clock.
WALKER--John Walker, one of the pioneers of Platte county, died Tuesday at his home in Humphrey, aged 81 years. Mr. Walker settled on Shell Creek near Lindsay in the early days, when the country was new, and took a homestead. He has since made this county his home, and raised his family here. He was known by almost every resident of Platte county, especially those who had lived here any length of time. The funeral arrangements have not yet been completed. F.T. Walker of this city is his oldest son.
DUCEY--Died at his home in our city, Thursday morning, Oct. 3, at 5:15 o'clock, James Ducey, aged 77 years, 1 month and 18 days. James Ducey was born in Tipperary county, Ireland, on August 15, 1830, and came to this country in 1871, settling on a homestead one and a half miles south of town. There he resided for 31 years; moving to town just five years ago. He leaves an aged wife, five daughters and three sons to mourn his death. Funeral services were held at the Catholic church, Saturday morning, at nine o'clock. He was a man of generous impulses and never forgot the hospitable ways of the pioneer. The stranger, even though a beggar, never failed to find food and shelter if he sought it at his hands, and he was at home by the bedside of the sick and delighted in all kinds of neighborly offices. He had borne adveristy bravely and enjoyed prosperity quietly. He had filled the various relations of life, as son, husband, father, brother, friend, and filled them well. Who can do more? But he is gone! Another name is stricken from the ever lessening roll of our old settlers, and a solitary woman in the sunset of life, and a lonely home, are left to attest how sadly they will miss him. It must be so; these tender human ties cannot be severed without a pang. Yet in such a death there is really no cause for grief. His life work was done, and well done. He had passed his golden wedding day and wearied with life's duties and cares, weary of suffering and waiting he lay down to rest. He lived nobly and died peacefully at the advanced age of 77 years. The stern Reaper found him "as a shock of corn, fully ripe for the harvest." Not for him be our tears! Rather, let us crown his grave with garlands; few of us will live as long or as well, and fewer yet will the Angel of Death greet with such a loving touch. [Lindsay.]
McFAYDEN-BROOKS-???--H.M. McFayden received a letter from Tampa, Florida, Tuesday, conveying the sad news of the death of his sister Alice on the 24th of last month. Deceased was married to a Mr. Brooks, and went to Florida with her husband in 1885. Mr. Brooks died ten or twelve years ago and his widow married again. Her second husband died one year ago. [Genoa.]
Columbus Journal, October 16, 1907
MARRIED
BOETTCHER-ROHWEDER--William L. Boettcher of this city and Dora Gertrude Rohweder, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Rohweder of Grand Island, were married at the home of the bride's parents, south of Grand Island, Wednesday, Oct. 16. They will be at home to their many friends at Columbus, after November 1.VRZAL-WILSON--Paul Vrzal and Mrs. Dorothy Ann Wilson were married Saturday, October 5, at the home of Matt Reeves, Judge Bates officiating. In the evening a crowd of young men gave the newly married couple a lively serenade. They will reside on Mr. Vrzal's farm northwest of this city. [Lindsay.]
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WYSER--Mrs. Emma Wyser died at the hospital Monday, after an illness of about four months, aged 26 years. She was born in Switzerland and came to this country with her husband about a year ago, locating at Stanton. they came to this city in April of this year, her husband being employed in C.A. Lutz's shoe factory. She leaves besides her husband two boys, aged four and seven years. The funeral was held from the Catholic church Wednesday morning and the burial was in the Catholic cemetery.MERCER--Dr. S.D. Mercer, a pioneer phsician of Omaha, and well known in this city, died one day last week and his funeral occurred Sunday last. Frank Sims of this place lived with the doctor's family for many years and thinking it his duty toward his old-time friend made the trip to Omaha to attend the funeral obsequies.
ALBERT--Daniel Albert, eldest son of I.L. Albert, died at the family home Monday after a lingering illness. He has been afflicted with rheumatism of the heart for about two and one-half year. Dan was born May 2, 1887, at Iowa Falls, Ia., and came to this city with his parents when three years of age, and has lived here ever since. He attended the public schools until compelled by ill health to give up his studies. He was an almost constant companion of his father and took great interest in his welfare. He leaves beside his parents two sisters and two brothers. The funeral was held Wednesday, being conducted by Rev. DeWolf of the Methodist church, of which he was a member.
O'DONNELL--Andrew O'Donnell, who will be remembered by many of the pioneers of this community as having been a resident of Humphrey a number of years ago, died last week in Omaha. His son, Peter O'Donnell, married a daughter of Mr. and Mrs. John Weiand of this place. For some time past Mr. O'Donnell had been living in Omaha. [Humphrey.]
KELLMAN--Richard Anton, the three year old boy of Mr. and Mrs. Anton Kellman who live east of town was kicked in the head by a horse last Saturday afternoon, and as a result of the injuries, the little fellow died Sunday and was buried in St. Francis cemetery Tuesday afternoon. The little fellow was extremely fond of horses, and unnoticed by others he slipped into the barn and innocently went too near the horses. He was brought to town for medical attention, but his injury was so serious little relief could be secured. [Humphrey.]
Columbus Journal, October 23, 1907
MARRIAGE LICENSES
Seven marriage licenses were issued by Judge Ratterman during the last week as follows: Frank Lassek, Columbus, Clara Mallek, Tarnov, Milton O. Smith, Crete, Della Newman, Columbus, John Kuta, Katie Kazak, Columbus, James A. Richards, Maude J. Webster, Osceola, William R. Snell, Ida M. Pittman, Columbus, Anton Freinces, Gesiene Meyer, Platte Center, Willard J. Belknap, Creston, Carrie Wilkinson, Homer, Neb. The last named couple were well along in life, the groom being 71 and the bride 63.MARRIED
SMITH-NEWMAN--Promptly at 2:30 p.m., Saturday, Oct. 19, 1907, occurred the marriage of Milton O. Smith and Della E. Newman, at the home of the bride three miles east of Columbus, the Rev. Lotan R. DeWolf of the Methodist Episcopal church pronouncing the solemn words that made them man and wife. Only the relatives and a few intimate friends of the couple witnessed the ceremony. The home was handsomely decorated in green and white, the flowers being roses and carnations. The bride wore a gown of white chiffon with lace trimming and carried a boquet of bride's roses. The groom was attired in the regulation black. The presents were numerous, valuable and useful. The guests sat down to a dainty four-course luncheon by the following young ladies: The Misses Mary E. Newman, Belle Newman, Ethel Elliott, Blanch Niewohner, Ruby Newman and Mary Newman. After the luncheon all appeared on the lawn where fifteen pretty girls entered a contest for the bride's boquet tossed high in the air by the bride. The contest brought forth loud applause from the assembled guests, Miss Mary E. Newman triumphantly carrying off the valuable prize.
The bride, a petite blond, tall, graceful, with an amiable, sunny disposition, is the only daughter of C.A. Newman, one of the honored and respected pioneers of Platte county. She was born and grew to womanhood in Columbus where her parents resided until they moved to the farm six years ago. She is a graduate of Columbus High school and of University Place, Lincoln. She has been a prominent kindergarten teacher in the state the past three years and was very successful in her school work. The groom is a prominent young business man of Crete, Nebraska, where he has lived most of his life. He is a young man of pleasing address and stands high in the estimation of his numerous friends.
At five o'clock p.m. the young couple entered their carriage, the bride attired in a custom of blue silk with hat to match. Showered with rice, flowers and other things, the good wishes and blessings of all present, they were driven to the station in Columbus where they took the Los Angeles Limited for a short eastern trip, after which they will begin housekeeping in a home already provided by the groom in Crete. They will be at home to their multitude of friends about the middle of November. The Journal extends to the happy couple its sincere congratulations for a long and prosperous life.SNELL-PITTMAN--W.H. Snell and Miss Ida Pittman, both of this city, were married at the Methodist parsonage Wednesday morning, Rev. DeWolf performing the ceremony. The couple leave for a short visit in the east, and after their return will be at home in Columbus at Eighth and Ernst streets. The groom is a clerk in the postoffice, having been recently advanced from substitute carrier to that position.
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ERNST--Mrs. Maria Ernst, living near Duncan, died at the home of her daughter, Mrs. John Engle, Sunday evening, aged 81 years. Mrs. Ernst came to Nebraska from Switzerland, where she was born and raised, forty-one years ago with her husband and settled on the old homestead near Duncan, where she has since resided. She has been sick for some time and the last years has made her home with her daughter so that she could take care of her. Mrs. Ernst leaves besides her husband, one son John Ernst, and two daughters, Mrs. John Engle and Mrs. Houser. The funeral was held Wednesday at the Methodist church in Duncan.CURULE--Wojech Curule, father-in-law of Deputy Sheriff Thos. Jaworski, died Tuesday, aged 80 years. He was born in Gallacia, Austria, and came to America about thirty years ago, locating in Iowa, and moving to Columbus in 1884. He was married in Austria and his wife still survivies him, also four children, Mrs. Paul Wysocki and one son Joe, who lives in Chicago, and a son George who lives at Farwell, Neb., and Mrs. Thos. Jaworski of this city. The funeral will be held at the Catholic church Thursday morning at 8 o'clock and the burial will be in the Catholic cemetery.
MILLER--John Henry Miller, one of the old settlers on Shell Creek, died Saturday morning, aged 82 years. He was born in Weigman, Hanover, Germany, March 7, 1821, and was married in that country in 1846. In 1869 he emigrated to America and settled in Wisconsin, where he remained two years, when he moved to Platte county. He leaves three children two son, Fred and William Miller, and one daughter, Mrs. Kumph. The funeral was held Tuesday at the Loseke Creek church, and conducted by Rev. Deninger.
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John Henry Miller, one of the old settlers on the route, died Saturday, aged 82 years. The funeral, which was held Tuesday at the Loseke Creek church and conducted by Rev. Deninger, was attended by a large number of friends and acquaintances of the deceased. [Route No. 1.]RODAK--John, the nine year old son of Mr. and Mrs. Paul Rodak, died Wednesday, October 23, after a short illness. He was taken sick a week ago and lung trouble developed, which caused his death. He was born in this city May 2, 1898, and lived here with his parents until his death. The funeral will be held at the Catholic church Thursday, and will be conducted by Father Sczuralia.
ABEL--Friends of Mrs. Wm. Abel living north of town were saddened by the news of her sudden death Tuesday evening. [Fullerton.]
The Columbus Telegram, October 25, 1907
DIED
MUELLER--At the advanced age of eighty-six years John Juergen Henry Mueller, one of the oldest and best known among the German pioneers in this part of the country, died last Saturday night at the old home farm, six miles northeast of Columbus. Heart failure, and ailments peculiar to old age, was the cause of death. The funeral service was conducted by Rev. G Deninger Tuesday afternoon at the Loseke church, and attended by many Columbus people who had long known and admired Mr. Mueller in life. Mr. Mueller was a native of Wiechmansburg, Hanover, Germany. He was born March 7, 1821. At the age of twenty -five years he was married in Germany, and came to America in 1869. After a residence of two years in Wisconsin he came to Platte county. His wife died four years ago. The surviving children are Fred Mueller and William Mueller, residing in the old home neighborhood; Mrs. J. Kumpf, of this city; and Miss Dorathea Mueller, living in Germany.
Columbus Journal, October 30, 1907
MARRIAGE LICENSES
Five marriage licenses were issued by County Judge Ratterman the last week, as follows: Fred Staub and Margaret Herchenhan, Columbus; Patrick D. Powers, Susan E. Abts, Columbus; Frank Thelen, Katherine Gilsdorf, Humphrey; John Kuta, Anna Iwan, Duncan; Fritz Huerzeler, Freida Luedi, Columbus.Among the marriage licenses issued this week we notice that one issued Monday to Anton Treinese and Miss Gesiene Meyer, of this place. We learn that they were married in Columbus Wednesday. [Platte Center.]
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HUERZELER-LUEDI--Fritz Huerzeler and Frieda Luedi were married at the home of the brides' sister Mrs. Paul Eggli, on Monday afternoon, Rev. Neumarker performing the ceremony. The wedding was a quiet one only relatives being present.THOMAZIN-ALBERS--Two of Mayville's prominent young people sprung a good surprise on their friends last Wednesday. Tom Thomazin and Miss Frieda Albers drove to Albion that day and were quietly married. Tom, as everyone calls him, is the third son of Mrs. Geo. Thomazin, and Miss Frieda is the oldest daughter of Mr. and Mrs. P.H. Albers. They have been brought up as neighbors from childhood, and are quite prominent and well liked by their many friends. They went to house keeping on the farm that Tom was working for his mother near St. Edward. May good luck and prosperity follow them, is the wish of their many friends. [Monroe.]
BARR-REILAND--Miss Ida Reiland, of this place, and ___ Barr, of Norfolk, were united in marriage in St. Francis church in Humphrey Tuesday morning at 9 o'clock ___her Kurzer officiating. The bridesmaids were Miss Elenora Schueth and Miss Annie Scharwarth and the groomsen were Carl Smith and R.F. Reiland. After the ceremony a reception was accorded the young people at the home of the brides parents at which only the relatives and the close friends of the bride and groom were present. The bride is a daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Reiland of this place, and the groom is a railroad man on the Northwestern with headquarters at Norfolk, where they will make their home. The young couple left Tuesday evening for their new home. The Democrat joins in extending congratulations. [Humphrey.]
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CHAMBERS--Monday Mrs. D.F. Chambers [sic] received word of the death of her mother, Amanda D.H. Chambers who died Saturday and a telegram sent immediately, but on account of the telegrapher's strike, it was forwarded by mail, and received too late for Mrs. Davis to attend the funeral. Mrs. Chambers was matron of the Cumberland Industrial school near McMinnville, Tennessee, and the only relative present at the time of her passing away was her grandmother [sic], Winnie, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. D.F. Davis, who was attending the school and companion of her grandmother, for the past five years. Mrs. Chambers was 65 years of age. For a number of years she lived in Nebraska, mostly at Schuyler, part of the time at Fremont. She went to Tennessee some years ago, partly for the health of her husband, L.D. Chambers, and partly for her own. Mr. Chambers died nine years ago, and since then, Mrs. Chambers has insisted on remaining in the south, saying that she wanted to be buried near her husband, whose remains lie in the National cemetery at Chattanooga. [Silver Creek.]
Columbus Journal, November 6, 1907
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BOYD-SATTERLEE--Ralph W.E. Boyd of Interior, S.D., and Miss Ines Satterlee of Norfolk, Neb., were married at the Methodist parsonage Monday by Rev. L.R. DeWolf. The couple were former residents of Columbus the groom being the third son of Mr. and Mrs. R.C Boyd and the bride a daughter of S.G. Satterlee, who was formerly employed at the Union Pacific depot. The couple left Tuesday evening for Interior, S.D., where Ralph has a homestead.BELKNAP-WILKINSON--A quiet wedding occurred at the Methodist Parsonage on last Sunday afternoon, at 1 o'clock, when Mr. W.J. Belknap, of Creston, and Mrs. Carrie Wilkinson, of Homer, were united in marriage, the Rev. Charles E. Carroll, officiating. [Creston.]
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SMITH--Last Saturday morning about five o'clock Policeman Wm. Baker discovered Chris Smith lying in front of G.H. Landon's furniture store in an unconscious condition. He at once notified officer Nelson, and they had him taken to the city jail, as they supposed he was under the influence of liquor. A short time after a physician was called and he pronounced Chris dead. For the last week or two the deceased had been rooming over the First National Bank in one of Buschman's rooms, and has been sick. The supposition is that he started for his home and when he got to where he was lying could get no further and remained there until found. The funeral was held Tuesday morning at the Catholic church and burial was in the Catholic cemetery.STEINER--John Steiner, who was an inmate of the poor farm, died Sunday, aged 70 years. He was born in Austria October 30, 1830, and came to this country in 1873. His wife died at Spencer, Nebr., four years ago, and he has one son, Joe Steiner, who lives there. Besides this son he leaves two other sons, Ferdinand Steiner of Creston and Ignatz Steiner of Carlock, S.D. The body was taken to Spencer Monday evening and the funeral will be held Wednesday.
VAVRA--The funeral of the late Joseph Vavra was held from St. John's church last Saturday morning, services being conducted by Rev. Zak. There were a large number out to pay their last respects to the memory of a most worthy man and one of the pioneers of northern Colfax county. Interment was at St. John's cemetery. [Howells.]
Columbus Journal, November 13, 1907
MARRIAGE BANS
HOLLATZ-FUGER--The bans of marriage were published last Sunday at St. Anthony between Mr. John Hollatz of Humphrey and Miss Hannah Fuger, of St. Anthony.MARRIAGE LICENSES
Joseph C. Schaefer and Mary K. Olmer of Humphrey; John Hollatz, Platte Center, Johanna Furer, Humphrey; Sam Eschler and Rosetta Thaer, both of Columbus were issued marriage licenses by Judge Ratterman the last week. The judge performed the ceremony for the last named couple.MARRIED
SWANTAK-IWAN--The marriage of Frank Swantak and Mary Iwan occurred last Wednesday at the home of the bride's parents. [Route No. 5.]DIED
THOMPSON--The remains of Mrs. Wm. Thompson, who died the first of the week at Valley were brought to this city Wednesday for burial in the Genoa cemetery. [Genoa.]PEARSE--The Leader is sorry to be called upon to chronicle the death of Swanty Pearse, which occurred at his home near West Hill last week. Mr. Pearse had been in poor health for several years, and his death was no great surprise to anyone. The deceased was one of the most prominent farmers in this section, a man of sterling integrity who was respected by all who knew him, and the Leader joins the entire community in expressing sympathy for the bereaved relatives and friends. The funeral services were held on Friday and the remains buried in the West Hill cemetery. [Genoa.]
Columbus Journal, November 20, 1907
MARRIAGE ANNOUNCEMENTS
PULVER-SIDDELL--Engagement of one of Osceola's prominent young men, to one of Omaha's sweetest singers. Mr. and Mrs. James Siddell of Omaha have sent out the announcement that their daughter Miss Irene Siddell was engaged to be married to John Earl Pulver, the only son of Mr. and Mrs. Cassius M. Pulver of Osceola. The wedding is to take place in the near future. Miss Siddell is one of the sweetest singers of Omaha and has a sweet soprahno voice, she is at present the soloist at the First United Presbyterian church, and formerly was a member of the Kountz Memorial church and the soloist there. Mr. Pulver is in his senior year at the Creighton Medical College, and assistant to Doctor Foote, and will graduate in the spring. After the marriage and Mr. Pulver's graduation, Dr. and Mrs. Pulver will take a trip to Europe. Johnnie's Osceola friends are congratulating him on capturing such a sweet young lady for a life partner. Miss Siddell has often visited with the Pulver family of Osceola, and has a great many friends here.
McKAY-SEELEY--Friends in this city have received cards announcing the wedding of Miss Mable Seeley to Joe McKay, which will take place at the home of the bride's parents in Palmer on November 27th. Both of these young people are well known in Central City. [Central City.]MARRIAGE LICENSES
Willis C. Irish and Tillie Pearson, both of Genoa, and Joseph Midowski of South Omaha and Sophie Tomaszowic were issued marriage licenses by Judge Ratterman the last week.MARRIED
McCABE-?--Mr. and Mrs. Z.T. McCabe have received word that their son Charlie was married on the 27th of last month to a Seattle young lady. Charlie has a good position there as a street car conductor. His friends here will take a great deal of pleasure in forwarding their congratulations. [Central City.]DIED
RAGATZ--The death of Miss Lillian Ragatz, which occurred Sunday morning, cast a shadow of gloom over the entire community where she grew to womanhood, and by whom she was loved and respected. While her death was not wholly unexpected, it came as a shock to her many friends. An uncomplaining sufferer for almost a year, everything was done to prolong her life, but of no avail. During the summer she went to California in search of health, but returned without being benefitted, although for a few weeks her condition gave her friends hope. Lillian Agnes Ragatz was born in Prairie du Sac, Wisconsin, and with her parents moved to Columbus in 1879, which has since been her home. Here she was educated in the public schools and grew to womanhood. Miss Ragatz became identified with the Methodist church about seven years ago, and has since been a faithful member, and she is also a member of the Eastern Star. The funeral services were held Tuesday at 2 p.m., being conducted by her pastor, Rev. L.R. DeWolf of the Methodist church, and the services at the grave were conducted by the Eastern Star, assisted by Rev. DeWolf.BADER--Bert Bader, a former Columbus boy, died at Hot Springs, Arkansas, November 12, and the body was brought here for burial, the funeral being held at the German Reformed church Tuesday afternoon, being conducted by Rev. Neumarker. Bert Bader was born in New York in 1879, and came to Columbus with his parents in 1880, remaining here until 1897, when he moved with the family to Cripple Creek, Colorado. Last fall he returned to Columbus and then went to Genoa, where he remained until September 25, when he went to Hot Springs, where he died. Relatives from abroad who were here to attend the funeral were his father and mother, Mr. and Mrs. John Bader of Cripple Creek, Colo., Mrs. Julius Phillips and Fred Bader, a brother and sister from Genoa. A brother and sister who live in Colorado were unable to get here in time to attend the funeral.
REED--Monday H.B. Reed received a telegram from Riverside, Cal., telling him of the death of his mother, who passed away suddenly on Sunday, and also stating that the funeral would be held on Tuesday. Mrs. Reed was well known to many Columbus people, having lived in this locality for many years. Mr. Reed did not learn any of the particulars of his mother's death, but will receive them later.
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Sunday night, over the wires from Brother Fred at Riverside, Cal., came the sad message--"Mother died suddenly this afternoon." Poor Ma. Dark hour of death. Forbid the thought. But it was a release from life's burden. Mrs. J.H. Reed was well up in the seventies and has been an invalid for a number of years, and about two years ago it was necessary to remove both of her eyes, which left her as helpless as an infant. But she bore her affliction peacefully. In mentioning her death to a friend of the family, they said, "When I saw her a year or so ago in California, she seemed, so quiet, so patient, so sweet. Much comes before us as we write this, of the scenes at the old home on Ashland Hill in Ohio, and Longlook farm in Nebraska. But all we can say at this time, as we remember Ma, she was beautiful, and beautiful were the ministrations of life that were given her to fulfill. Angelic lovliness robed her, and a grace as it if were caught from heaven, breathed in every tone, hallowed every affection shown, and in every action, invested as a halo in her whole existence, and made it a light and a blessing, a charm and vision of gladness to all around her. But she died. Poor Ma. While we feel her death keenly, we are glad to know that she is relieved from the terrible suffering she underwent the last three years. It is sort of a pleasant saddness. We have heard people remark, how sweet a pleasure there is in saddness when we know that our loved ones are over their suffering and safe on the other side of the mystic and peaceful river. It is not despondency, it is not sorrow, it is not bloom, it is one of the moods of joy. At any rate it makes me happy, and yet it is a sober and sad happiness, it is but the shadow of joy upon the soul. May she rest in peace. [Route No. 3.]HALL--Edward C. Hall was born at Ox Bow, Jefferson county, N.Y., on the 28th of October, 1856, and died at St. Mary's hospital, Columbus, Nebraska, on November 6, 1907, aged 51 years and 8 days. In February 1885, he married Miss Elizabeth R. Rengler. To this union ten children were born, nine of which are living. He came to Nebraska twenty-two years ago. He and his companion have traveled life's highway 25 years. He was a provident husband, a good neighbor and a loving father. [St. Edward.]
WEST--James L. West of Omaha, a brother of Mrs. O.L. Hill of this place died last Monday. The remains were taken to Schuyler where they were interred Wednesday. Mr. West left an estate of about $12,000 and as he was a single man it will go to Mrs. Hill, her sister Annie, and brother John of Schuyler. O.L. Hill and John West have been appointed administrators of the estate. [Silver Creek.]
MAURER--Mrs. Jacob Maurer died at her home in Boyd county last Tuesday, after a prolonged illness. Deceased was a sister of Mrs. August Janssen, and a daughter of the late Jacob Gehring of Grand Prairie. She leaves a husband, five children, mother and brother and sister. Her age was about 28 years. The remains reached Humphrey Thursday and the burial took place Friday near her old home on Grand Prairie. [Platte Center.]
CRAIG--Old age has claimed another of Genoa's citizens. On Monday morning at about nine o'clock H.C. Craig passed over the dark river to his eternal rest. For several months he has been confined to his bed gradually failing and his demise has been expected for several weeks. The deceased was one of Genoa's oldest and most highly respected citizens. No one knew Mr. Craig but to love him and his death is a bereavement to the entire community which joins the bereaved relatives in mourning his death. He was 79 years of age and had been a resident of Genoa for about 16 years and a resident of Nance county for 30 years. The funeral was held yesterday under the auspices of the Masonic lodge of which order the deceased had been a prominent member for many years. [Genoa.]
COOPER--On Tuesday morning of last week at 4:20 o'clock, at the home of her grandparents in this city, Miss Clara Cooper passed to that great beyond from whence no traveler returns. Clara F.K. Cooper was born near Valparaiso, Nebraska, on the 22d day of March, 1885. When at the age of four years Clara's mother died and she then came to make her home with her grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. B. Smith of this place, who were then living at Columbus, later at Lindsay and for the past few years in Humphrey. She was a graduate of the Lindsay high school in the 1897 class and until 1904 she taught school at different place. Besides her grandparents, relatives of the deceased living here or near by are Mr. and Mrs. Geo. M. Smith and Mr. and Mrs. Jos. N. Smith of this place, Mr. and Mrs. Ed. Kruse of the Cornlea neighborhood and Mr. and Mrs. J.B. Loeffler of Cedar Rapids, Nebr., all uncles and aunts. The funeral was held from St. Francis church Saturday morning at 9 o'clock and the remains laid to rest in St. Francis cemetery and the autumn leaves will fall upon another grave that hides from our sight all that is mortal of a true and noble lady. May she rest in peace. [Humphrey.]
HOOVER--Mrs. Susanah Hoover died at her home in the north part of town this morning at six o'clock. She had been ill for some little time but death came as a result of heart failure due to old age, being nearly 82 years old. She was born in Harrison county, Ohio, but had lived here a number of years. She is survived by several children, three of whom were with her in her last hours. The body was taken to Genoa Friday and laid to rest in the cemetery at that place. [Fullerton.]
Columbus Journal, November 27, 1907
MARRIAGE LICENSES
The following marriage licenses were issued the last week by the county judge: Richard H. Owens, Arvonia, Kas., Sadie H. Jones, Monroe, Joseph Peregrine, Fullerton, Millie Fay Reynolds, Central City, Daniel O. Davies, Clara Tillie Smith, St. Edward, Frederick Kock, Minnie Helb, Columbus, Henry F. Smith, Omaha, Mary E. Lyons, Columbus, Andrew D. Jensen, Central City, Sophia Herchenhan, Columbus.MARRIED
BIRKEL-BENDA--The marriage of John Birkel of David City to Miss Augusta Benda, daughter of Leopold Benda of Polk county, was solemnized at the Catholic church in this city at 9 o'clock a.m. Monday, Father Ress officiating. A number of David City guests besides the friends and relatives in this vicinity witnessed the nuptials. The groom is a farmer of Butler county where the couple will make their home. The Record extends congratulations.--Osceola Record.GERRARD-LYNCH--Clarence L. Gerrard and Miss Nellie Lynch, both of this city, were married in Omaha today (Wednesday). The wedding was a quiet one, Mrs. L. Gerrard and Miss Mary Lynch being present from Columbus. Mr. and Mrs. Gerrard will leave for the east on a wedding trip of several weeks, after which they will be at home to their Columbus friends.
SCHAEFER-OLMER--By the marriage of Jos. Schaefer and Miss Mary Olmer last Tuesday morning two of the most prominent families of this neighborhood are united. The marriage took place in St. Francis church at 9 o'clock, Rev. Father Kurzer officiating. The bridesmaids were Frances Olmer, sister of the bride, and Emma Schaefer, sister of the groom, and the groomsmen were Wm. Olmer, brother of the bride, Killian Ottis and John Schaefer, brother of the groom. [Humphrey.]
HOLLATZ-FUGER--John Hollatz and Miss Johanna Fuger were united in marriage at St. Anthony's church, south of town, Tuesday morning at nine o'clock, Rev. Father Desiderius officiating. The bridesmaids were Misses Louisa Fuger and Agnes Mirr, and the groomsmen were Joseph Hollatz and Frank Fuger. The bride is a daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Frank Fuger, who have lived in the southern part of Burrows township for a great many years. She was born in Platte county and enjoys an extensive acquaintance of admiring friends. John Hollatz is one of our most successful farmers, in partnership with his brother Joseph, being owners of the old Steinhaus farm east of town, where he and his bride will make their home. The Democrat joins in extending hearty congratulations to Mr. and Mrs. Hollatz and wish them a long life of happiness and prosperity. [Humphrey.]
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MATTHEWS--Monday morning, Charles E. Matthews, one of the pioneer residents of Columbus, died at St. Mary's hospital, not being able to withstand the shock of the operation he passed through the day before. Mr. Matthews was born in London, Canada, December 14, 1832, and was married to Elizabeth Hannan in 1859. In 1869 they removed to Columbus, where they have since made their home. For many years Mr. Matthews was engaged in blacksmithing, his shop being located at first where the Columbus Roller mill now stands and later on Thirteenth street. Mr. Matthews is survived by his wife and two children, George D. Matthews of Enid, Okla., and Mrs. G.L. McKelvey of Fullerton. For a number of years Mr. Matthews has been in poor health and he was taken to the hospital with the hope that the surgical skill might prolong his life, but his condition and advanced age, 76 years, made it impossible for him to recover. The funeral will be held Thursday afternoon at 3 o'clock from the Presbyterian church, being conducted by Rev. Hayes, the pastor.ENGLE--The home of George Engle and family of Clarks was again saddened by death last Tuesday, when their little son Charley, aged nine years, passed away, death resulting from a complication of diseases. Sad, indeed, but not unexpected with the death of little Charley, for not quite to months ago his little infant brother, Willis, passed away. The deceased was brought to Columbus Thursday for burial, Rev. Grauenhorst conducting the services and interment was made in the Shell Creek cemetery.
BURKE--Mark T. Burke was called to Cordova, Neb., last Friday on account of the death of his aged father, J.C. Burke. The funeral was held Sunday at the old home in Beaver Crossing.
REED--A letter received from Riverside, Cal., gives the following particulars of the death of Mrs. J.H. Reed. She was in her usual health Sunday and ate dinner with the family as usual, but while finding her way back to the table suddenly indicated distress. They went to her assistance at once and called a physician, but she soon passed away, the doctor pronouncing the trouble heart failure. The funeral was private and held from the home. [Route No. 3.]
DUSKY--___ Dusky passed away on Thursday of last week at the age of 28 years and a few months. He was a faithful black __ that had been the old stand-by of the J.S. Bulla family for the last twenty-two years, and was personally known, especially in the earlier days, to nearly every St. Edward customer. [St. Edward.]
WARNER--Dr. Warner was called to Wichita, Kas., Tuesday evening on account of the serious illness of his father. Later a telegram came announcing his death. [Fullerton.]
GRAVES--Wm. A. Graves, aged 57 years, died last Thursday night, after a prolonged illness. The funeral was held from the Evangelical church on Saturday afternoon. [Fullerton.]
PEPPER--Mrs. Pepper of Belgrade, wife of Dr. Pepper, died very suddenly Tuesday morning. She was busy ironing when all at once she threw up her hands and told her husband to catch her. This was the last word she uttered. Wood ___ith was sent for and embalmed the body and on the evening train the husband and his little three year old son went with the body for their old home at __bion, Iowa, where the burial will take place. The deceased was 25 years old, and had lived in Belgrade but a short time. [Fullerton.]
??????--R.A. McMillan received word from his wife Saturday that her father had passed away Friday evening at his home in Hamburg, Iowa. Mr. McMallan left Saturday and was present at the funeral Sunday. [Genoa.]
McCONE--W.M. McCone, father of Willard McCone and Mrs. F.B. Kelly of Monroe and a former resident of Oconee and Monroe, died Sunday evening at the home of his son, A.H. McCone, in Canon City, Colo. The funeral was held at that place Wednesday. [Monroe.]
Columbus Journal, December 4, 1907
BIRTHS
THURSTON--Born on Sunday, October 24, to Mr. and Mrs. Roy Thurston, a son. [Monroe.]MARRIED
JANING-ZINNECKER--At the home of the bride, on Wednesday morning, occurred the wedding of John N. Janing and Miss Marguerite Zinnecker, Rev. Henry Zinnecker, of St. Edward, a brother of the bride, officiating. The wedding of these popular young people calls forth the hearty congratulations of their many friends. Mr. and Mrs. Janing leave for Omaha and other points in the state for a short wedding trip, after which they will be at home here to their friends.JENSEN-HERCHENHAN--A quiet but very pretty wedding took place at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Henry Herchenhan, living in the southeast part of town, last Wednesday morning at 10:30 when their daughter, Miss Sophia was united in marriage to Andrew D. Jensen of Central City, Rev. R. Neumarker officiating. The happy couple left Thursday evening for Central City where they will make their home.
BERGER-BORER--Miss Kate Borer and Peter Berger, the former the 17 year old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Peter Borer, well-to-do people living a few miles southwest of Lindsay and the latter a farm hand employed by them, were the parties forming an elopement. Tuesday morning Mr. Berger boarded the passenger and went to Humphrey where he hired a team and drove back to Theo. Hittner's at which place Miss Borer was working and was accompanied back by the young lady. They then took the train to Columbus and no trace has been made. Mr. Borer and M.I. Ramakers went down to Columbus yesterday but could not locate them. The cause for the elopment is not known as the subject of marriage was not even broached by the young couple, who are held in high esteem by her parents and friends. [Lindsay.]
IRISH-PERSON--W.C. Irish and Miss Tillie Person were married at the home of the bride's parents on the Looking Glass valley on Wednesday evening last, Rev. C.W. Wimberly officiating. The wedding was a quiet one, only a few of the relatives being present. Mr. and Mrs. Irish will continue to make their home in this city and will occupy the residence formerly owned by J.M. Perrigo. [Genoa.]
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HAGEMANN--The funeral of J.P. Hagemann, an aged and respected citizen of Shell Creek township, was held Sunday afternoon, and very largely attended, the remains being interred in the Shell Creek Baptist cemetery The funeral services were conducted by Rev. Papenhausen. [Route No. 3.]STRACK--Word comes from California that Grant Strack, once a resident of this place, recently died from a stroke of paralysis. He lived at Huntington Beach. [Fullerton.]
TORCZON--John Torczon died Sunday at his home near Tarnov, after an illness of several weeks, the immediate cause of his death being a paralytic stroke. [Humphrey.]
Columbus Journal, December 11, 1907
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HARMAN-LOCK--The following from the Portland Oregonian tells the marriage of the former citizen of this community: "David Harman, of Fairview, Mont., and Miss Laura H. Lock, of Alton, Ill., were married Thursday, Nov. 21. Mr. and Mrs. Harmom [sic] will be at home 709 Girard ave. University Park, Portland. [Silver Creek.]SCHMIT-HOSCH--Miss Josephine Hosch of Cascade, Iowa, and Henry Schmit of Alexis township were united in marriage November 27 in the Catholic church at Cascade, Iowa by Rev. J.B. Albers, pastor of the church. The new bride is a niece to J.M. Sauer and recently clerked in the store for him. The groom was born and brought up in Alexis township and is a young man of no bad habits. [Bellwood.]
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NETHAWAY--At Norfolk last Thursday afternoon just as the train was pulling out the passenger coach on the Norfolk freight was the scene of a cold blooded murder, the perpetrator afterwards taking his own life. Domestic troubles, resulting in divorce proceedings were the direct cause. V.B. Nethaway, who did the shooting is well known in Columbus and Platte county having been here off and on for the last fifteen years. Just before the train left Norfolk he appeared on the platform of the car and after intimidating the passengers, fired the shot which struck his wife near the eye, making a wound that left the brain exposed. A woman companion of Mrs. Nethaway's narrowly escaped death from a second shot, and only saved herself by dropping to the floor of the car. As it was the charge penetrated her hat and tore a large hole in the seat cushion. When Nethaway entered the car the women began to scream and Conductor Linaberry opened the door to ascertain what the trouble was. He was confronted by a loaded gun in the hands of Nethoway, who told him to go back and close the door, which he did. After the shooting Nethaway went to the Salter elevator and committed suicide. Mrs. Nethaway lived until Friday morning at seven o'clock, before her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Daily of Ord, arrived. The Nethaways leave one child, a daughter, of thirteen years, to bear grief of the tragic affair.LETHERBY--Stephen Letherby, an old settler of Hackbery precinct in Polk county, died last Monday. He was a veteran of the war, 63 years of age and leaves a wife and two adopted children. [Silver Creek.]
VEATH--E.D. Veath, who has engaged in soliciting subscriptions for the Polk county Democrat, was found four miles north of Stromsburg last Wednesday lying by the roadside in a dying condition. He was taken to Osceola, where he died son after. No cause has been assigned for his death. He was recently married. [Silver Creek.]
JOHNSON--On Monday Eric Johnson received the sad news that his mother passed away at her home in Sweden Oct. 29. She left to mourn her loss three sons and one daughter in this country and one daughter and one son in Sweden. [Platte Center.]
DOLLERSCHELL--A most distressing accident happened at the home of Andrew Hackstock a few miles north of Humphrey about one o'clock last Sunday afternoon in which Frank, the 17-year-old son of Mr. and Mrs. Frank Dollerschell was instantly killed by the discharge of a shot gun in the hands of George Hackstock. It appears that the young man was in the act of extracting the shells from the gun, which is called a Winchester pump gun, and in some way one of the shells was discharged, the contents of which struck the unfortunate young man in the right temple. The fleetest horse on the place was brought into service and a Humphrey physician was quickly summoned, but his services were of no avail as the young man ceased to breathe within a few seconds after the accident happened. The funeral was held Tuesday morning at 9 o'clock from St. Francis church and the remains were laid to rest in the St. Francis cemetery. [Humphrey.]
Columbus Journal, December 18, 1907
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HOFFMAN-SAUNDERS--Chas. Hoffman and Miss Blanch Saunders boarded the train Monday and went to Fullerton where they secured a license to wed and were united for life by County Judge Robinson. The groom is employed by J.F. Parker as drayman. The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Saunders, old residents of Genoa. [Genoa.]FULLER-BENSON--Miss Hazel Benson and Clarence Fuller perpetrated a neat surprise on their friends Tuesday by driving to St. Paul where they were united in marriage at the home of Dr. Ray formerly pastor of Presbyterian church of this place. They returned home yesterday and will soon go to housekeeping in the cottage which they have fitted up north of G.C. Smith. Both young people have grown up here and have a host of friends who extend congratulations and best wishes for happiness and prosperity. [Fullerton.]
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CONDON--The funeral of the late Daniel McGrath Condon, who died December 12, at the home of his daughter, Mrs. David Hale in Kansas City, from dropsy, was held at St. Bonaventura church last Saturday afternoon. Daniel Condon was born in Mitchelstown, county Cork, Ireland, March 10, 1838. He came to Montreal Canada, with his parents when eight years of age, and in 1861 was married to Anna O'Connor at that place. In 1861 he came to Columbus and located on a homestead east of town in Colfax county, near Richland. He at first engaged in farming, and later took up railroad contracting, building the Oregon Short Line tunnel at Fossil, Wyo., in 1891-2-3, and later in partnership with Con Gallagher, built the stock yards at South Omaha. Early in the seventies he circulated a petition starting here, asking for the pardon of Edward O'Meagner Condon, when he was confined in a British prison, and obtained so many signatures that President Hayes took the matter up with the result that Condon was released. During the big flood of 1881 four of James Haney's children died of diphtheria, and Mr. Condon brought the caskets from Columbus, making part of the trip in a boat through a portion of the Platte filled with running ice. He was a man of sterling worth and a kind and loving father and husband. During the last summer he spent seven weeks at Montreal, after an absence of twenty-five years. He leaves to mourn his loss, the following children: Mrs. Jennie Walker and Eugene Condon of this city, Mrs. James H. Hale and D.F. Condon of Kansas City, and Mrs. F.J. Beaton of Omaha. Those from out of town who attended the funeral were Mr. and Mrs. James H. Hale and son Arthur and daughter Margaret, and Dan F. Condon of Kansas City, Mr. and Mrs. F.J. Beaton and son Harold of Omaha, Mr. and Mrs. James Condon, Jessie, James, Margaret, Dan and Roy Condon, Mr. and Mrs. J.R. Condon and son John, Mrs. Clarence McFarland, and David Anderson, South Omaha, Michael Murphy, of David City.FARRIS--Lying dead in a cornfield, with a bullet hole back of his ear, presumably a suicide, the body of Velma Farris was found Saturday afternoon by his employer, Frank McLean, who lives on the old Balcom place, near Clarks. A revolver clasped in his hand, with one chamber emptied, told the tale of how he met his death. The young man had been working for McLean for a short time, and nothing peculiar had been noted in his actions, until Saturday afternoon, when McLean noticed the team standing still in the field where he was husking corn, and going to see what was the matter, made the above grewsome discovery. No motive is given for the deed, if the young man's death was premeditated, although some are disposed to accord his rash action to disappointment in a love affair. He was 22 years of age, and a young man of more than ordinary intelligence. His home was at Shelby and the body was taken there for burial.
PRIDE--George Alfred Pride was born in St. Charles, Kane Co. Ill., April 6, 1854, and died Dec. 12, 1907, aged 53 years, 8 months and 6 days. He was married to Florence Waggner on Nov. 7, 1878. He came to Nebraska in 1890, and united with the Methodist Episcopal church at Fullerton in 1894, and buried from the Methodist church last Sunday at 2 o'clock p.m., Rev. DeWolf officiating.
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G.A. Pride, living eleven miles northwest of Columbus, died last Friday, after a short illness. He had been confined to his bed less than a week, but had complained for about two months. [Route No. 4.]
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Mr. and Mrs. G.W. Wagner of Rupert, Idaho, arrived last week to attend the funeral of the late G.A. Pride. [Route No. 4.]GUTRU--Olive Gutru, the two-year-old daughter of Gilbert Gutru, of Newman Grove swallowed a cork Monday and choked to death before anything could be done to remove it. She was a niece of Edwin Evans. [Albion.]
ANDERSON--Andrew Anderson, an old settler, who lived just across the line in Boone county, dropped dead Saturday morning. He was up to that time in the best of health. Interment was made Tuesday at the Swedish M.E. church on the Looking Glass, of which Mr. Anderson was a devoted member. [Walker.]
Columbus Journal, December 25, 1907
MARRIAGE LICENSES
Jack Westbrook of St. Edward and Mary Meek of St. Joseph, Mo., and Jacob Mohr and Mary Kaufman, both of Monroe were issued marriage licenses by Judge Ratterman the last week.MARRIED
WESTBROOK-MEEK--Jack Westbrook and Miss Mary Meek were married Wednesday at Columbus, and arrived in St. Edward on the afternoon train. Mr. Westbrook is well known to many Advance readers as he grew to manhood here. He has for the last four years been in the employment of the Union Pacific railroad and is now with a construction gang at Columbus. Miss Meek's former home was at St. Joseph, Mo. Mr. and Mrs. Westbrook were given a reception at the home of the groom's parents, Mr. and Mrs. J. Westbrook, Wednesday evening, and a number of the near friends of the family were present. Mr. and Mrs. Westbrook will make their home at Columbus. [St. Edward.]JENSEN-SWANSON--Yesterday at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Swan Swanson of this city occurred the marriage of their youngest daughter Esther, to Oscar Jensen of Boone county. The bride was not only the youngest but also the last unmarried daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Swanson and the groom is a prosperous young Boone county farmer. The Leader joins in extending congratulations to the young couple with best wishes for a long happy life. [Genoa.]
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YOUNG--The death of Mrs. C.H. Young at San Diego, Cal., on December 13, removes another of the early settlers of this city. Mrs. Young came here with her first husband, Hugh Compton, in 1867. Mr. Compton died in 1875, and in 1877 she married Mr. Young. They moved to San Diego in 1896 and have since made that their home. She leaves beside her husband, two daughters, Florence, a trained nurse at Caeston, Ia., and Mrs. Stender, who lives in California, also three sons, Hugh Compton, conductor on the Albion branch, Byron Compton, who is running a store at San Diego, and Chas. Compton, who is in the employ of the Burlington at St. Joe. Mrs. Young often expressed a desire to be buried in the Columbus cemetery and it is very probable her body will be brought here later.MILLER--The remains of A.V. Miller, brother-in-law, A.W. Clark, who died in Dewey, Arizona, of pneumonia, were brought here Tuesday for burial. The body was taken charge of by the Masonic order and buried in the Columbus cemetery. Mr. Miller was a Columbus boy, and since leaving here has resided in Omaha and Arizona, being successfully engaged in mining in the western state. His body was accompanied by his wife and son, his wife being Miss Ada Westcott, and resided here at the time of her marriage.
CROW--The remains of the infant daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Ray Crow, formerly of this city, but now of Spalding, was brought here Thursday afternoon for burial. The funeral took place Friday morning and interment was made in the Columbus cemetery.
CADY--Anthony Cady, a well-known old resident of Joliet township, living about ten miles northwest of Platte Center, died last Saturday, from infirmities of old age, he having acquired the unusual number of ninety-six years. Mr. Cady was born and raised in Canada, coming to United States sixty years ago, and to this state thirty-four years ago, where he settled on the farm where he died. His wife died four years ago. He leaves two daughters, Mrs. Mary Glass, of Lindsay, and Mrs. Josephine Smith, of Stuart, Neb., and one son, Joseph, living on the farm near the deceased. The funeral was held at St. Johns church Monday. [Platte Center.]
VanDYKE--The 13 months old child of Mr. and Mrs. John VanDyke died last Sunday of lung fever. The funeral was held from the St. Francis church on Tuesday morning and the remains of the little one was buried in St. Francis cemetery. [Humphrey.]
LITTY--Word was received from Billings, Montana, on Saturday last announcing the sudden death of our former townsman, Fred Litty. The death of the young man was caused by drowning, in Yellowstone river. He had been in the employ of the Water Power Co. and while at his work had fell into the river. [Bellwood.]