Columbus Journal, May 6, 1908
BIRTHS
ANDERSON--Born, to Mr. and Mrs. C.A. Anderson last Tuesday a daughter. [Walker.]LOSEKE--A little girl arrived at the Henry Loseke home south of town last Tuesday. [Leigh.]
MARRIAGE LICENSES
Joseph Lassek, Duncan.....34; Mary Novak, Duncan.....30
Charles F. Coupons, Columbus.....20; Ida Soulliere, Platte Center.....20
William Schmid, Humphrey.....26; Mary A. Duesman, Humphrey.....23MARRIED
COPPINS-RILEY--Mr. John Coppins, of Platte Center, and Miss Kate M. Riley of Columbus, were married at St. Bonaventura's church in Columbus, Tuesday morning, Father Marcelinus officiating. The groom was attended by his brother Frank and the bride by her sister Clara. A wedding reception was given at the home of the bride's parents. The groom is a prosperous young farmer, living some three miles west of here. The bride is a daughter of Mr. and Mrs. John Riley, who, until recently lived in this neighborhood. The happy people arrived here on Wednesday evening's train and immediately drove out to their home. [Platte Center.]LIEBIG-EBNER--Mr. John Liebig and Miss Lena Ebner were married at St. Joseph's church, Wednesday morning, by Rev. F. Laborious. The bride was attended by Miss Clara L. Shepard, of Des Moines, Iowa, and the groom was attended by his brother Joseph. After the ceremony they repaired to the home of the bride's parents, Mr. and Mrs. John Ebner, near Oconee, where the wedding breakfast was served. The wedding festivities were enjoyed throughout the day and well into the night, over three hundred guests being present. Out of town guests were Miss Clara L. Shepard, Miss Lena Litchenegger and Mrs. L. Gates, all from Des Moines, Iowa. [Platte Center.]
ANTRIM-KNOWLES--Friday evening, April 24, 1908, the first wedding ever held in Sand office occurred. It was also the first time that Justice J.E. Howland had officiated at such an important affair. To say that he did it with neatness and dispatch, and in a manner that would put the ordinary ministerial officer to shame would be putting it mild. The only thing that he forgot to do was to kiss the bride, and we do not understand that omission, for she looked good enough to kiss. However, we suppose the judge was too bashful. Mr. Pearl Antrim, son of G.F. Antrim, one of Merrick county's most substantial farmers, and Miss Lillie Knowles of Iowa, were married by Judge Howland at 8:25 in Sand office in the presence of a few friends. They will reside on a farm a few miles west of Silver Creek and the congratulations of this paper follows them. [Silver Creek.]
DIED
TERASINSKI--Mrs. Victor Terasinski died last Thursday, as the result of an illness which followed her becoming a mother three weeks ago. Mrs. Terasinski's maiden name as Anna Lrsez, and she was born in Poland thirty-five years ago. She came to America twenty-five years ago and was married to Mr. Terasinski eighteen years ago. She leaves a husband, two step children and ten of her own children, and also her mother, who lives in this city, to mourn her loss. The funeral was held from the Catholic church last Saturday morning, Father Marcellinus conducting the service and the burial was in the Catholic cemetery.SWANSON--Milton, son of August Swanson, living in Polk county died last Friday night from pneumonia. [Clarks.]
JAMES--Mrs. Charlie Pierson received a message Sunday morning from Lewiston, Mont., announcing the death of her brother, H.C. James. Nothing was learned as to what caused his death. Many friends here deeply sympathize with Mrs. Pierson over the sudden demise of her brother. [Clarks.]
Columbus Journal, May 13, 1908
MARRIED
COUPINS-SOULLIERRE--Married, at St. Joseph's church Tuesday morning at 9 o'clock, Rev. Father Liborious officiating, Mr. Charles Coupins and Miss Ida Soullierre. They were attended by Ernest Soullierre, brother of the bride, and Mrs. Louisa McCarville, sister of the groom. These worthy young people were born and reared in this neighborhood, the bride being the youngest daughter of Mrs. Joseph Soullierre, living a short distance west of town, and the groom a son of Mr. and Mrs. Peter Coupins, of Shell Creek township. They will go to housekeeping at once on a farm southeast of town. [Platte Center.]SCHMITT-GITTLER--Jos. Schmitt and Miss Mollie Gittler were united in the holy bonds of matrimony at St. Francis church Tuesday morning, Rev. Father Kurzer officiating. Marie Schmitt, Anna Scharwarth and Mollie Kosch were the bridesmaids and John English, and Carl and Frank Schmitt were the groomsmen. [Humphrey.]
DIED
SORENSON--S.S. Sorenson, one of the first settlers on the Looking Glass, died suddenly Tuesday morning of last week. The funeral was held from the Danish-Lutheran church of which the deceased was a devout member, Sunday afternoon. [Walker.]DEVANY--Lackey Devany, living on East Fourteenth street, died Tuesday evening after a short illness, aged 80 years. The funeral will be held Friday morning from the Catholic church.
FELT--____ Felt, an aged and respected citizen died at his home near the Mortim__ ___ on Friday morning, May 1st. Interment in the Leigh cemetery on _____. [Creston.]
HUTZEL--Word was received here this week that _____ Hutzel, at one time a resident of this vicinity, had died at Juda, Wis., on the 28th. He was buried at Shenandoah, Iowa. Particulars regarding his illness and death was not given. He held his membership in Creston ____ No. 271, A.O.U.W., at the time of his death, having a beneficiary certificate in the amount of $2,000. [Creston.]
HOSFORD--Mrs. Fred Hosford died last Sunday morning at the home of her parents near Clarks. She has been in failing health for more than a year, and her case finally developed in consumption, and she failed rapidly. She was known to many in Albion before her marriage as Miss Florrie Key, and taught music here for several years. She was married to F.A. Hosford a year ago last November. W.A. Hosford went to Clarks Monday evening to attend the funeral. Fred's many Albion friends will extend their sympathy in his hour of grief. [Albion.]
McGAN--Attorney M.W. McGan died very suddenly at his home in this city last Wednesday about 3 p.m. of heart failure. He had been to town all morning and went home as usual about noon. Only a few minutes before word went out that he was dead he was out in the yard with his children. He went in the house, sat down in his chair, complained a little of not feeling well and then died. [Albion.]
MOHR--Mrs. John Mohr, residing nine miles northwest of Monroe, died at her home Monday after an illness of a year and half. She was born in Russia fifty-two years ago, and resided there until 1903, when she was married to John Mohr, and came to this country with him. At the time of her marriage her name was Mrs. Jacob Filbert, she being a widow with six children, four boys and two girls who survive her. The funeral was held Wednesday afternoon at the German Lutheran church at Okay, Rev. Rex of St. Bernard officiating, and the burial was in the cemetery at the church. [Monroe.]
Columbus Journal, May 20, 1908
BIRTHS
SIMMS--Word reached Bellwood this week from Alberta, Canada that Mr. and Mrs. __ Simms are the happy parents of a __ boy. The little stranger came May ___. [Bellwood.]MARRIED
REEDER-TAYLOR--Word has been received by St. Edward relatives, to the effect that Ivan Reeder on May 6, married Miss Essie Taylor of California and is now employed by the Standard Oil company at Delano, Calif., as third assistant engineer at $75 a month. The Advance joins Ivan's many St. Edward friends in extending congratulations. [St. Edward.]BEHRENS-MICHAELSON--Emil Behrens and Miss Hannah Michaelson, two prominent young people of the Oldenbush neighborhood, were united in marriage at the German Lutheran church at Oldenbusch last Thursday morning. Rev. E. Holm officiating. After the ceremony a reception was accorded the young couple at the home of the bride where many friends and relatives gathered and had an enjoyable time during the day and until late in the evening. The bride is a daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Peter Michaelson and the groom is a prosperous young farmer of that neighborhood. [Humphrey.]
DIED
TOLLES--Lena Tolles, wife of Robert Tolles of this city, died Tuesday evening, less than twenty-four hours after the death of her infant child. For almost two years she has been a helpless invalid, the result of a stroke of paralysis. Mrs. Tolles was born in Granville, N.Y., twenty-nine years ago, and came to Platte county, near Monroe, with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Isaac Kenyon, and has since made this county her home. Fifteen years ago she was married to Robert Tolles, since which time they have resided in Monroe or on a farm south of the river, until a few months ago, when they moved to Columbus. She leaves, besides her husband, two little boys, to mourn her loss, and two sisters and one brother, one sister, Mrs. Stella Thompson, living at Monroe. Funeral services will be held Thursday and burial will be in the Columbus cemetery.GLEASON--On Wednesday afternoon, May 13, 1908, Mrs. Mary Gleason departed this life at the ripe age of eighty years. Her death removes the last of the sturdy old pioneers who settled on lower Shell creek in 1857. Mrs. Mary Gleason was born in Killarney, County Kerry, Ireland, in 1828. Her maiden name was Mary Foley and she was a sister of the late Mrs. Thomas Lynch. She emigrated to America in 1828, settling with her parents in Keene, New Hampshire. Together with her relatives she moved to Omaha in 1855. In 1856 she was married to Patrick Gleason, who preceded her into eternity on December 13, 1897. Mr. and Mrs. Gleason moved to Platte county in 1857, locating on the present home place of the Gleason family on lower Shell creek. Five children were born to them, of whom Thomas H., Patrick J., Margaret and Nellie survive. A daughter, Mary, died on March 22, 1903, and her sudden death so grieved the mother that her failing health dates from that time. Funeral services were held from St. Joseph's church. [Platte Center.]
DANAHAR--__n Danahar, an old and respected ___n of David City was found dead be___ his bed on Wednesday morning of ___ wekk by his daughter, who went to ___ed room to call him. Heart trouble ___ believed to be the cause of his sudden demise. [Bellwood.]
MASON--Monday evening, May 11, at 8:25, the spirit of life of John Mason, a young man who had lived all his life about two miles east of Silver Creek, fled. He was stricken with tuberculosis about a year ago and altho everything possible was done for him, it was unavailing. John Joseph Mason was a Merrick county boy, having been born at the home where he died, on the 15th day of June, 1884. John was of a genial, sunny disposition, energetic and ambitious. He had acquired a good education and bade fair to make a valuable citizen of the community, but fate decreed a short life for him. He was the son of Wm. E. and Eva Mason, both of whom survive him, as do also four brothers. John was socially inclined and was a member of the Royal Highlander lodge of this village. The funeral services were held at Duncan Wednesday and interment was made in the Catholic cemetery at that place. [Silver Creek.]
BREWER--A telegram was received here Monday announcing the death of our former citizen, J.D. Brewer, which event occurred at his home near Kansas City, Mo., on Monday morning. No particulars relative to his death have been received. He has been sick for some months past. Mr. Brewer was a prominent factor in business and society in Albion for many years, and has many ... [Albion.]
Columbus Journal, May 27, 1908
BIRTHS
FITTJE--Born, on Saturday, May 23, to Mr. and Mrs. John Fittje, an eight pound son. [Route No. 3.]MARRIAGE LICENSES
Robert R. VanBuskirk, Garner.....21; Mary Alexander, Omaha.....19
__is M. Ryner, Cedar Rapids.....55; __elle Holt, Holt, Mo.....34
___ Galus, Duncan.....26; ____ Lassek, Duncan.....19;
___A. Gores, Columbus.....30; ____a Correy, New Auburn, Wis.....25MARRIAGE ANNOUNCMENTS
KENNEDY-HASSELBALCH--Cards are out announcing the approaching marriage of Mr. William S. Kennedy and Miss Alma Hasselbalch, Wednesday evening, June 3, 1908. [St. Edward.]MARRIED
GORES-CORREY--__lph F. Gores of this city and Miss ___a Correy of New Auburn, Wis., were married at the Grace church rectory Friday evening, Rev. Dr. Westcott performing the ceremony. Mr. and Mrs. Gores will make this city their future home. The groom is now employed by ____ Prieb.VanBUSKIRK-ALEXANDER--Mr. Robert VanBuskirk and Miss Mary Alexander were married in Columbus Wednesday of this week. They, accompanied by their respective mothers' came to the home of the groom's parents in Silver Creek that evening, where they were given a rousing reception by the noise makers. Later an elegant supper was served to friends and neighbors by the parents of the groom. Mr. VanBuskirk is a son of J. VanBuskrik and is section foreman at Gardner. His bride was an Omaha girl. [Silver Creek.]
SCHMID-DUESMANN--Wm. Schmid and Miss Mary Duesmann were united in marriage at St. Francis Catholic church Wednesday morning of this week at 8:30 o'clock, Rev. Father Kurzer officiating. The bride was attended by Miss Lizzie Steffes and Miss Dora Duesmann, and the groom by F.H. Tieskoetter and John Schmid. After the ceremony a wedding breakfast was served at the home of the bride's parents and at noon the bride and groom left for Denver and other points of interest to spend their honeymoon and expect to return and be at home after June 20th. [Humphrey.]
DIED
PETERSON--The funeral of Verner Peterson was __ from the Salem church Wednesday afternoon. A number of people from Newman Grove and Lindsay were in attendance. [Walker.]HAYES--Patrick Hayes, one of the early settlers in Platte county, died in St. Joseph's hospital, Omaha, Sunday evening, from a complication of diseases. Mr. Hayes was born in Ireland seventy years ago, and came to America and Platte county in 1863, settling on a homestead in Shell Creek township. For the last year he has been a resident of Columbus. He leaves a wife and seven children, Mrs. Joseph Ryan and Martin Hayes, living in Cheyenne, Wyo., and John, Patrick, Kate, Margaret and Allen being residents of Columbus. Funeral services were held Wednesday morning from St. Bonaventura's church, Father Marcelinus officiating and burial was in the Catholic cemetery. Those who were present at the funeral from out of town were Mr. and Mrs. O'Shea, Omaha.
STANLEY--R. Stanley, who was stealing a ride on an eastbound Union Pacific freight last Thursday, was thrown under the wheels while trying to board the train. The accident happened at Gardner switch, where he had been put off. In attempting to board the train he tried to open a car door, but slipped and went under the wheels. He was badly mangled, his right limb and side being cut to pieces, and was dead when picked up by the trainmen. His partner, who was with him, said they came from Salt Lake and had been employed in restaurants while traveling east, and were together for several weeks. The body was taken to Henry Gass' undertaking rooms, and after the coroner decided that an inquest was not necessary, was buried in the Columbus cemetery. The young man was about twenty-eight years of age, and his only living relative was a sister in Minnesota.
REIDE--P.P. Reide, well known here, died at his home in Lindsay, Sunday night of a hemorrhage. He was about forty-six years old and while he had not been well for some time he was not seriously sick but about twenty-four hours before his death. He was the senior partner in the saloon business of Reide & Co. He leaves a wife who was sick in a hospital at Columbus at the time of his death. The funeral was held Wednesday and interment made in St. John's cemetery. [Humphrey.]
GIETZEN--Mrs. Louie Gietzen died at her home in Omaha last Sunday afternoon after an illness of several months with cancer of the stomach. The deceased was 28 years old and leaves a husband and two small children to mourn her loss. The funeral was held from the family home Tuesday afternoon at two o'clock and the remains were laid to rest in the Forest Lawn cemetery. [Humphrey.]
BROWN--Death claimed Tom Brown last Sunday. Mr. Brown was 84 years old and made his home in the "white house" ___ of the court house for many ____. The funeral was held Monday __ o'clock from the home, Rev. Cooper ___ting. A brother, David Brown, of Dodge county, and a nephew, __e Brown of this county, are his surviving relatives. Mr. Brown was from Canada and was married twice. His first wife died four years ago. [Fullerton.]
Columbus Journal, June 3, 1908
BIRTHS
RICHERSON--Cards have been received from Mr. and Mrs. Charles Richerson of Alliance, Ohio, announcing the arrival of a duaghter. Mother and child are going nicely. Mrs. Richerson will be remembered as Miss Myrtle Greenwalt, who made this city her home several years ago.WEDDING INVITATIONS
COOK-ENGELQERT--Invitations are out announcing the wedding of Miss Elizabeth Engleqert to Mr. John C. Cook. To take place June 19th at 9 o'clock at the St. Bernard Catholic church. [Lindsay.]MARRIAGE LICENSES
Otto J. Osten, Platte Center.....25; Ida A. Hoeffelman, Platte Center.....20
John J. Frish, Madison.....23; Sophia E. Schmid, Humphrey.....23
Fred Abegglen, Columbus.....22; Erma Garlepow, Columbus.....17MARRIAGES
ABLEGGER-GARLEPOW--A quiet wedding took place at the German Refrom church, Wednesday afternoon, when the only duaghter of Mr. and Mrs. John Garlepow, Miss Erma, was united in the holy bonds of matrimony to Mr. Fritz Ablegger, Rev. R. Neumarker performing the ceremony. Both the bride and groom are well and favorably known, as they have lived in this city most, if not all of their lives. Mr. and Mrs. Ablegger will make Columbus their future home.HARDESSEN-CELTJEN--Mr. Otto Hardessen and Miss Johanna Celtjen were quietly married at the home of the groom's uncle, Mr. H.P.H. Oehlrich Thursday afternoon, Rev. R. Neumarker performing the ceremony. Mr. and Mrs. Hardessen will make this city their home, the groom being manager of the Oehlrich livery barn.
RA___-______--Wednesday afternoon between the hours of four and five o'clock Fred Ra___, jr., of Leigh and Miss Florence Bower, of Schuyler, set sail upon the sea of matrimony. The ceremony was ___ by Rev. A.F. Lutz of the German Lutheran church of this city, in the par___ of the Millard hotel in Omaha, in the presence of only a few invited friends. The contracting parties were attended by Mr. Chas. D. Eby, of this city, as best man and Miss Bower, of Schuyler, sister of the bride, as bridemaid. [Leigh.]
KENNEDY-HASSELBALCH--One of the most beautiful weddings ever witnessed in St. Edward was that of Miss Alma Hasselbalch, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Nels Hasselbalch, to Mr. William S. Kennedy, which occurred Wednesday evening at 8 o'clock at the residence of the brides parents, Rev. W.H. Parker of the Presbyterian church performing the ceremony in the presence of a large company of relatives and friends. [St. Edward.]
PAUL-VARIN--Ed Paul and Miss Laura Varin were married last evening at 7:30 o'clock in the county judge's office, Judge Roper performing the ceremony. They left via the B.& M. last evening for Julesburg, Colorado, where Ed has a position as pitcher with the Julesburg ball team. [Bellwood.]
DIED
ENGBERG--Parties who were in the city from Genoa last Friday reported the sudden death of Andrew Engberg of that place the evening previous. Mr. Engberg was subject to violent headaches, and in order to obtain relief when to a drug store and purchased some morphine tablets, taking eighteen of the tablets in less than three hours, and soon afterwards became unconscious and remained in that condition until his death a few hours later.
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Andrew Engberg died at his home in South Genoa Thursday evening, May 28, 1908, at 7:30, from the effects of an overdose of morphine. For the past year deceased had been subject to violent attacks of headache. The day previous to his death he purchased some morphine tablets and during the afternoon and evening,--ignorant of the dangerous character of morphine--took a dozen or more of the tablets. About nine o'clock he fell asleep, and when his wife went to call him the following morning she found him unconscious, and failing to arouse him summoned a physician, who responded promptly. He found Mr. Engberg breathing about three times a minute, and at once proceeded to employ all the means known to medical science to save the unconscious man, but his efforts were in vain, and Mr. Engberg passed away at the hour above stated. Friday afternoon coroner Benjamin Person summoned a jury and an inquest was held, and a verdict returned in accordance with the facts previously stated. Funeral services were held Saturday afternoon under the auspices of the Modern Woodmen, in which order the deceased carried an insurance policy to the amount of $2,000. A widow and three children are left to mourn the loss of husband and father. [Genoa.]GRAUENHORST--The infant son of Rev. and Mrs. Grauenhorst, living thirteen miles northeast of this city, passed away Friday morning at four o'clock. The child had been ill since its birth, which occurred six weeks ago. The funeral was held Saturday morning and interment was made in the Shell Creek cemetery. A number of Columbus people attended the funeral.
HOW--Thursday at noon Frank How, sr., was stricken with apoplexy while he was eating dinner. At this writing he is in a very critical condition with little hopes of recovery. His two sons, Frank and Sid of Council Bluffs have been sent for. Mr. How had been around all forenoon in his usual good health and this sudden attack is a severe blow to his family and friends. Being a large fleshy man his recovery is very doubtful. To make matters worse, Mrs. How has been an invalid for the past two or three years, having had an attack of apoplexy from which she has never recovered and is almost entirely helpless. Later--Mr. How died at 9:15 o'clock Thursday evening, aged 68 years 10 months and 27 days. The funeral services were held Sunday afternoon, at 2 o'clock at his late residence, being held under the auspices of the Masonic lodge and the G.A.R's. of this city.
BONING--Mrs. Fred Boning died at her home ___east of Creston, on Friday, May ___, aged 43 years 5 months and 20 days. Interment in the Leigh cemetery. She leaves a husband and four children to mourn her departure. [Creston.]
RUPPRECHT--John Rupprecht, section foreman at Olean, died at seven o'clock Friday morning after a brief illness with inflammation of the stomach. [Howells.]
LAKE--D.R. Lake, aged 72 years, died at the hospital Saturday, from the effects of a stroke of paralysis, whic he suffered about four months ago. Funeral services were held Saturday afternoon, being conducted by Rev. Rinehart, and burial was in the Columbus cemetery. At the time he was taken to the hospital his wife was also taken to that institution suffering from paralysis and is at present ...
SMITH--Mrs. Hannah Smith died at the home of her niece, Mrs. E.E. Browder, last Wednesday. She has made her home with her nieces, Mrs. Browder and Mrs. Ed. Mansfield, for some time. The funeral was held from the residence of E.E. Browder Thursday, conducted by Rev. Townsend, and the remains were laid to rest in Rose Hill cemetery. [Albion.]
KIRKLAND--We are informed that George Kirkland, for many years a resident of this community, died at the home of his brother Frank at York. His health has been failing for some time and on Friday morning of last week he breathed his last. The remains were taken to Elgin last Saturday evening and on Sunday were laid to rest in the cemetery at that place by the side of his mother. He has a few relatives here and many friends, and the news of his passing is received with feelings of regret by all. [Howells.]
DEMUTH--Mrs. Mike Demuth, jr., died at her family residence in Bone Creek at an early hour on Tuesday morning of this week. About thirteen days previous to her death she gave birth to a baby girl, which lived only a short time. Since that time Mrs. Demuth was unable to leave her bed chamber. Funeral was held at Luxenburg church Thursday morning, conducted by Father Hoffman. [Bellwood.]
THOMAS--Mrs. David Thomas who will be remembered by all the old settlers here, died at her home in Pomona, Calif., Sunday, May 24th, heart trouble causing her death. Mrs. Thomas was a sister of Peter DeMoss, who resides west of town. She came to Lone Tree in 1871 and lived here until 1890, when with her husband she moved to Grand Island. Two years later they moved to Pomona and have since made that their home. Mr. Thomas died about three years ago. Mrs. Thomas would have been seventy-one years old on July 4th. [Central City.]
Columbus Journal, June 17, 1908
MARRIAGE LICENSES
____ Cook, McLean, Neb.....21; ____ Englebert, Lindsay.....21
____ Tieskoetter, Humphrey.....27; _____ A. Steffes, Humphrey.....22
______ J. Steffes, Humhrey.....26; _____M. Bering, Humphrey.....22MARRIAGES
OSBORN-RANDALL--A copy of the Gibbon (Neb.) Reporter received at this office contains the announcement of the marriage of Lawrence T. Osborn of this city, to Miss Franke Randall of Gibbon. The groom is a well known traveling man, who represents the Looss-Wiles Cracker Company of Kansas City. In speaking of the affair the Reporter says: "The bride is the only daughter of Mr. and Mrs. W.L. Randall and has grown up from babyhood in Gibbon. A graduate of the Gibbon schools and a talented and accomplished young lady, she has by her cheerful ways and agreeable manner won for herself the love and esteem of all who know her and is in every way worthy of the love and protection of the man who has chosen her for a wife, being possessed of those happy faculties and skill that will adorn the new home over which she will preside with happiness and sunshine." Mr. and Mrs. Osborn will be at home to their friends in Columbus after July 10th.JENKINSON-NELSON--A quiet wedding took place Wednesday evening at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Calvin Nelson, who reside on a farm two miles northeast of Columbus, when their daughter, Miss Nettie, was given in marriage to Lester Jenkinson. The ceremony, which was performed by Rev. Loran DeWolf, was witnessed only by a few relatives. Both the bride and groom are well and favorably known, having lived here most, if not all their lives. Mr. Jenkinson is at present employed by Henry Ragatz and Company. Mr. and Mrs. Jenkinson will be at home soon to their many friends in a neatly furnished cottage, which has been prepared for their occupancy in the Highland Park addition.
HILLE-KERSENBROCK--Mr. and Mrs. Herman Kersenbrock received a message Thursday afternoon from Rolfe, Iowa, announcing the marriage of their daughter, Miss Ella, to Albert F. Hille, which occurred June 4. This was not only a surprise to the bride's friends, but to her relatives as well. Miss Kersenbrock has lived here all her life, with the exception of the last two years, which have been spent in Rolfe, where she was employed in a millinery store. The groom is to be congratulated on securing such an accomplished young lady to share his lot in life. They will make their home in Rolfe.
DIED
YOUNG--The infant son of Dr. and Mrs. Young of Norfolk, died Wednesday and was brought here Thursday for burial. The funeral was held the same day and interment was made in the Catholic cemetery. The child had been ill since its birth, which occurred two months ago.WILBER--E. Wilber, a prominent stock-buyer of Nance county, was found dead in his bed at his home in Genoa Sunday morning. He was 72 years of age and had been engaged in business for twenty years up to last January when failing health compelled him to retire.
GRAY--Mrs. Moudy writes to friends in Genoa, that her brother, John Gray, died suddenly at his home in Seattle the first of June. Deceased was well known to many of our citizens, having been at one time a resident of this place. He was a lawyer by profession, and while living here was editor of the Leader, and also taught in the public schools. He was a charter member of Mt. Nebo Lodge, No. 125, A.F.& A.M., and was regarded as one of the best posted members of the Masonic fraternity that ever affiliated wiht the local lodge. [Genoa.]
REISS--Mrs. Jacob Reiss for many years a resident of this city and the Creston neighborhood died at her home in this city about five o'clock Wednesday evening after an illness of a complication of diseases lasting for three or four weeks. The deceased, whose maiden name was Mary Ann Zeiner, was born in Germany in 1833. In her young years she came to America and in 1855 she was united in marriage to Jacob Reiss who departed from this life ten years ago. [Humphrey.]
Columbus Journal, June 24, 1908
BIRTHS
LUCHSINGER--A bran [sic] new baby girl arrived at the home of Mr. and Mrs. P.F. Luchsinger last Monday. [Platte Center.]MARRIED
SPIETH-HOUGHAWOUT--Friends of Miss Edith Houghawout have received invitations to her marriage yesterday at Kearney to Mr. Carl Spieth, a popular and successful young merchant at Amherst. After the ceremony it is understood that the happy couple will go to Denver and other western points on their wedding trip, and returning will make their home at Amherst.--Cedar Rapids Outlook.CARSTENSON-FRELIGH--Dr. Lawrence Carstenson, of Columbus, who is a son of Mrs. Mary Carstenson living west of this city, left Monday for Kansas City where he was united in marriage on Wednesday afternoon to Miss Grace Freligh of that place. The newly wedded couple came up from Kansas City yesterday and this afternoon were given a reception at his mother's farm home west of Leigh. The groom who is now a practicing veterinarian of Columbus has many friends here who wish him and his estimable bride many years of unalloyed happiness and prosperity.--Leigh World.
RABE-GLEN--A quiet wedding took place at the home of Mr. and Mrs. B.F. Colton this (Wednesday) morning at ten o'clock, when the latter's sister, Miss Mabel Glen and William Rabe of Mankato, Minn., were joined in marriage. The ring service was used, Rev. D.W. Reinhart, pastor of the Baptist church, performing the ceremony. The bride was dressed in a simple gown of white muslin and carried bride roses, while the groom was dressed in the conventional black. A twelve o'clock wedding dinner was served, and in the afternoon Mr. and Mrs. Rabe departed for Chicago, where they will visit for a few days before going to Mankato, where they will reside in the future. The bride is quite well known here, as she has been the guest of relatives in this city for the past four weeks. The groom is an energetic young man, and is employed in one of the leading grocery stores in Mankato.
WHITE-HORTON--It is reported that Mrs. Nettie Horton and Dugal White were recently married at Denver, where Mr. wHite holds a position with a railway company. Mrs. Horton left Genoa about three weeks ago and went to Ft. Dodge to visit a brother, and from that city to Denver. [Genoa.]
HORTON-COTTRELL--Fred Horton and Miss Clara Cottrell went to Fullerton last Saturday and after securing the necessary license, were married by County Judge Klease. The groom is a son of Frank Horton residing south of town, and the bride is a daughter of Mr. and Mrs. J.M. Cottrell living on a farm six miles southwest of Genoa. [Genoa.]
FRISCH-SCHMID--John Frisch and Miss Sophia Schmid were united in marriage in St. Francis church Tuesday morning of this week, Rev. Father Kurzer, officiating. The bride is a daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Frank Schmid old and respected residents of the community and the groom is a son of Mr. and Mrs. John Frisch prominent Madison county people. [Humphrey.]
DIED
HOLDON--O.S. Holdon, father of Mrs. R.S. Dickinson, died at his home in Silver Creek last Friday morning, at the age of 73. Deceased had been sick for several weeks, and Mrs. Dickinson has been at his bedside frequently during his illness, but was not present when the final summons came.
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O.S. Holdon, for many years a highly __ted citizen of this community, died Friday morning at 4 o'clock. He was nearly 73 years of age and had been ___ for some time. The funeral services were held at the Congregational church in Silver Creek at 2 o'clock Sunday, Rev. L. Lohr of Fullerton conducting the services. [Silver Creek.]MARTY--S.E. Marty received a message from Gladstone, Wisconsin, stating that his brother, Henry, had suddenly passed away. The deceased was a middle aged man and leaves a wife and seven children to mourn the loss of a kind and devoted husband and father. The funeral was held Tuesday afternoon. Mr. Marty was unable to attend.
GROTELUSCHEN--George Ehrich Groteluschen, nine year old son of Mr. and Mrs. Henry Groteluschen, died Monday evening at his home, northeast of Columbus, after an illness of thirteen days, death being due to peritonitis. Deceased was born on the home farm in Colfax county, April 9, 1899, and resided there until his death. Funeral services were held Wednesday morning at the Loseke creek Lutheran church, being conducted by Rev. Deninger.
WILBER--E. Wilber died at his home here Sunday morning, June 14, 1908, shortly after six o'clock, in the 71st year of his age. The remains were sent to Mapleton, Iowa, for burial Tuesday, after a short funeral service, accompanied by Cyrus Creek and Mrs. Wilber. [Genoa.]
WOOD--Word has been received here of the death of Mrs. Bert Wood a few days ago at her home in Montana. She had been sick only a short time with spinal meningitis. She leaves six children one of whom is dangerously ill with the same disease. Mrs. Wood's maiden name was Lulu McCay. She was the daughter of Orlando McCay and spent her childhood here. [Fullerton.]
DALTON--Tom Dalton has received the information that his brother and his brother's son were killed June 7th in a cyclone near Mauston, Wis. [Platte Center.]
HILBERS--Fifty-eight years ago there was born in Oldenburg, Germany, a boy, George Hilbers, who grew up to be a man of the characteristics that made him honored, respected and beloved by his fellowman. Kind and considerate of his family and friends, and just in all his business dealing, the news of his passing, which occurred on Monday evening at the family home ten miles north of this place, cast a gloom over the entire community. His death was caused by blood poisoning, the effect of scratching his hand some weeks ago on a sharp barb of a wire fence he was repairing. At the age of twenty the deceased came to America in 1870, with his parents and located near Hooper. In 1888 he moved to this neighborhood, and in the twenty years he resided among us he won and held the respect and friendship of all with whom he came in contact. [Howells.]
Columbus Journal, July 1, 1908
MARRIED
LOHR-KAUFFMAN--Another wedding was added to the already large list of June weddings Wednesday, when at the home of the bride's parents, Mr. and Mrs. J.E. Kauffman, occurred the marriage of their daughter, Miss Ida, to Harry Lohr. The hour of the wedding was four o'clock. The home was beautifully decorated in smilax, roses and carnations. At the appointed hour the bride and groom descended the stairs to the strains of a wedding march played by the groom's sister, Mrs. E.M. Taylor, and found places under an arch of smilax and roses, which formed the marriage altar. The bride was gowned in white organdie and carried white roses. They were attended by Miss Gusta Kauffman, sister of the bride, and Will Dawson. Rev. Meissler, pastor of the German Lutheran church, performed the ceremony, which was witnessed by relatives and a few intimate friends. The only out of town guest was Miss Minnie Biaer of Weeping Water. After the wedding a six course dinner was served, after which the happy couple departed for Portland, Oregon, where they will visit for three weeks. The bride is well known, having taught in the public schools of this city for the past three years, and by her kind and gentle manner has won many friends. The groom is also well known and has lived here the greater part of his life with the exception of the past few months, which has been spent in Grand Island, where he is employed by the railroad. The bride and groom have many friends, who will join the Journal in extending to them the heartiest congratulations. Mr. and Mrs. Lohr will reside in Grand Island.HADLEY-MILLER--There was a wedding at the Sand office Wednesday evening. Judge Howland presided in his most dignified manner and Dan Hadley and Elsie Miller were the victims. It seems that this little matter has been delayed some days for need of filthy lucre on the part of Dan, but his friends came to the rescue, the license was procured and the judge tied the knot. About a hundred curious Silver Creek people heard of the proposed matrimonial venture and gathered to see the ceremony, but as both parties had been there before, they were not embarrassed thereby. The judge asked the questions, the groom and bride answered, then the judge said something and "she was his'n and he was her'n." [Silver Creek.]
SCHUSTER-CARMAN--Herman Schuster and Miss Maggie Carman were united in marriage Friday afternoon, Justice O'Brien performing the ceremony. The groom is well known, as he has been proprietor of the Columbus foundry for a number of years. the bride is an estimable young lady of Silver Creek. Mr. and Mrs. Schuster will be at home soon in a cottage in Highland Park.
DIED
HAVERKAMP--Gerhard Wilhelm Haverkamp, aged 24 years, was drowned in Shell Creek Tuesday afternoon at 1:30. He and Fred Asche were bathing in the creek near the latter's home, and Haverkamp came out, but as he was muddy he said he would go in again and come out where it was sandy. He went in and crossed to the other side, but when he was returning he called for help and before assistance could be given, went under and was drowned. His body was soon recovered and medical aid summoned, but he was dead when taken from the water. The deceased was born in Oldenburg, Germany, October 22, 1883. He came to America in 1906 and moved to Kansas, where he remained a year, coming to Platte county and being employed by Fred Asche, for whom he was working at the time of his death. He has a brother Earl, who lives at Pender, and he arrived Wednesday to look after the funeral arrangements. The funeral will be held Thursday afternoon at 1:30 from the German Reformed church, and the services will be conducted by Rev. Neumarker.McLEAN--Report comes from Prairie Creek to the effect that Clarence McLean accidently killed his four year old boy Monday. He was chopping wood when the little fellow ran under the ax and received a blow on the head that caused his death. [Genoa.]
GROTELUSCHEN--George, the little nine year old son of Mr. and Mrs. Henry Groteluschen, died last Monday evening at the home of his parents, death being due to peritonitis. The little boy was born on the home farm April 9, 1899. the funeral was held at the Loseke Lutheran church on Wednesday morning, and was conducted by Rev. Deninger. [Leigh.]
Columbus Journal, July 8, 1908
ENGAGEMENT
GIVENS-MARTYN--The engagement of Miss Petite Martyn to Charles C. Givens of Mt. Sterling, Illinois, was announced Thursday at a five-course luncheon given by Mrs. G.B. Speice, at her home on west 14th street. The tables were tastily decorated in red carnations, red ribbons, and brass candle sticks, which held lighted red candles. The place cards showed cupid ringing the wedding bells, and bore the opening score of a popular wedding march. The announcement was made by the hostess as the first course was being served. The wedding will take place in September. The out of town guests were, Miss Rottger of Mt. Sterling, Ill., Mrs. Randell and Mrs. W.E. Rhodes of Chicago.DIED
PEEK--Mrs. Will J. Thomas, who lives six miles south of Columbus, was called to South Bend, Tuesday by a message announcing the sudden death of her father, Mr. Peek. The deceased was over eighty years old, and death was due to old age. The funeral was held Thursday afteernoon.HACKSTOCK--Three accidents, on Eleventh street, one of them resulting in death, happened in Columbus on the Fourth. F.P. Hackstock, the Humphrey aeronaut, fell from his balloon and was instantly killed. Owing to the stiff wind that was blowing, Hackstock and his assistant decided to inflate their balloon in front of the Pacific hotel. It is stated that Hackstock's assistant pointed out the danger of sending up the balloon at the point where it was inflated, but the aeronaut appeared willing to take the risk, as he was anxious to make the ascent on time and then go to Schuyler, where he expected to make another ascent later in the day. About 2:15, after Hackstock had fastened one hand to the bar on the balloon with a strap, he gave the signal to those holding the ropes to let go. As the balloon arose the aeronaut waved his hand to the crowd. Clearing the trees opposite the hotel, the balloon started almost directly north, but failed to ascend high enough to clear the electric light wires in the alley in the rear of the buildings on Eleventh street. Hackstock struck the wires with terrific force and a second later was hurled against the chimney of the building where the Crystal theater is located. After reaching this building the balloon commenced to ascend higher, and after passing over the structure the strap which held the aeronaut's hand broke and he fell to the pavement, striking on his head and crushing in his skull. The injured man was at once placed in an automobile and hurried toward the hospital, but died before reaching that place. Later the remains were taken to Gass' undertaking establishment where they were prepared for burial. The dead man was formerly a resident of Humphrey, but lately his parents moved to Cedar Rapids, this state. He was 26 years old. The remains were taken to Humphrey for burial.
BOROWIAK--Vomicelia Borowiak, seventeen-year old daughter of Mrs. John Paptotzki, died at her home seven miles southwest of this city Monday, after a lingering illness of two years. The deceased was born August 2, 1891, and leaves besides her mother, three brothers and one sister to mourn her loss. The funeral services were held Wednesday morning at 10 a.m. at the Catholic church, being conducted by Father Marcellinus, and interment was made in the Catholic cemetery.
LONG--Word was received in Genoa Thursday morning that Charles Long, son of William Long, had expired suddenly at his home in Council Bluffs. The cause of his death was heart failure. Deceased was a resident of Genoa up to nine years ago when he went to work for the U.P. company as fireman, and at the time of his death had a run out of Council Bluffs as engineer. He leaves a wife and two sons, John and Charles [Genoa.]
SHANK--Lewis, son of Lincoln Shank, died Saturday, June 27, of heart disease. His body was interred in the cemetery at Beulah Wednesday, July 1, in the presence of a number of relatives and friends. Services were held in the Beulah church, Rev. Swartwood officiating. Lincoln Shank, father of the boy, came all the way from Nevada, arriving here the morning of the funeral. Lewis was a bright boy, but has long been an invalid. He has many friends and his demise at the early age of 20 years caused sadness to those who knew him. [Silver Creek.]
HOLLERAN--As we go to press the news reaches us that Dan Holleran passed away Wednesday night at his home in Lindsay. Mr. Holleran was well and favorably known throughout Platte county. The funeral was held Friday. Deceased leaves a devoted wife to mourn his loss. [Platte Center.]
Columbus Journal, July 15, 1908
BIRTHS
SWANSON--Born, to Mr. and Mrs. A.E. Swanson, Sunday morning, July 5th, a son. [Walker.]MARRIAGES
WOODBURY-HIGGINS--County Judge Peterson granted a license to Geo. W. Woodbury, aged 70, and Sadie H. Higgins, aged 59, yesterday and then pronounced the ceremony which made them husband and wife. The groom resides at Clarks and the bride comes from North Bend. [Central City.]DIED
LEUKE--Paul, the 14-year-old son of Mr. and Mrs. Charles Leuke, living on the Nichols place, three miles east of town, was drowned Monday afternoon at 3 o'clock in the small lake on the Babcock place. There was a party of young people at the latter place and Paul started to wade down into the pond, which was about fifty feet long and twenty feet wide, and fourteen feet deep in the center. He had gone but a little ways when he slipped and went in over his head. The other members of the crowd attempted to rescue him, and his brother finally managed to get hold of him, but was unable to retain his grip and Miss Elsie Jaeggi, who had hold of the brother's hand, pulled him out after he had gone under. The funeral was held Wednesday at 10 a.m. from the house, and from the German Lutheran church on Shell Creek at 12 o'clock, Rev. Grauanhorst conducting the services and burial was in the church cemetery.SMITH--Mrs. Theresa Stovicek received a message Tuesday morning announcing the sudden death of her niece, Mrs. Fred Smith of Clarendon, Arkansas. The news came as a shock to friends and relatives, as only a short time ago word was received stating that she was enjoying the best of health. The cause of her death has yet to be learned. Mr. and Mrs. Smith lived in this city about six years ago. The deceased was 38 years old, and besides her husband leaves two sons, Fred and Gusta, to mourn the loss of a kind and loving wife and mother.
ADAMSON--Mrs. August Boettcher received a message Thursday announcing the sad death of her two nephews, Clarence and Vernard Adamson, who formerly lived in this city, but last December moved to Oregon, where they have since resided. Mrs. Adamson and two smaller children are also ill with diptheria, but their cases are not considered dangerous.
POTTER--___ I.B. Potter died in the hospital in Columbus last Sunday afternoon, from an illness extending more than a ___. She was taken from her home at ___ to the hospital at Columbus ___ two weeks before her death, and ___ est of treatment given, but death ____ed her. Interment was made in ______ausen Cemetery at Madison. [Creston.]
CONVERSE--Many of our readers will regret to learn that H.I. Converse, who formerly ran a lumber yard at Bellwood, died at his home at Shickley on Wednesday of last week. He had been ill for some time with dropsy. [Bellwood.]
Columbus Journal, July 22, 1908
MARRIED
KUMMER-HAHN--Albert Kummer, who resides on a farm six miles southwest of Columbus, was united in the holy bonds of matrimony last Tuesday to Miss Carrie Hahn. The ceremony took place at Osceola. Both the bride and groom are well known in and about this city as the former lived here several years ago, and the latter has resided on his farm for a number of years. Mr. and Mrs. Kummer went to houskeeping in the new house on the groom's farm, which has been prepared for their home coming.DIED
WHITE--Austin White died at his home in west Columbus Thursday evening at eight o'clock, death being due to heart failure. The deceased has been a patient sufferer for the past three months, and although quite ill at times, death came very unexpected. Mr. White was born in Ohio in 1856, and came to Nebraska in early manhood settling at Gresham, where he resided until five years ago, when, with his family, he came to this city, where he has since resided. In 1882, at York, Nebr., he was united in marriage to Miss Huldah Bell Fuller of Gresham. To this union eleven children were born, three of whom are dead. Besides his wife, Mr. White leaves eight children, namely: William, George, Lemmie, Ida, Clarence, Rollin and Fred. The children all live here, with the exceptions of William, who resides in Lexington, and Lemmie, who is located in North Dakota. The funeral was held from the family residence Sunday morning at ten o'clock, Rev. DeWolf, pastor of the M.E. church, officiating. Music was furnished by the Misses Elizabeth Watkins, Elizabeth Lewis, and W.K. Lay. Interment was in the Columbus cemetery. Relatives who attended the funeral from out of town were, Mr. and Mrs. James Greig, of St. Edward, Mrs. Elizabeth Fuller and Mrs. Frank Holly of Gresham.EURICK--Thomas Eurick, who has been receiving treatment at the hospital for cancer of the bladder, passed away Thursday morning. The deceased was seventy-three years of age and leaves besides his wife several grown children to mourn the loss of a kind and loving husband and father. Mr. Eurick, formerly lived on a farm near Shelby, but on account of poor health retired about six years ago coming to Columbus, where he has since resided. The funeral was held Saturday morning from the Catholic church, Father Marcellinus performing the service, and interment was made in the Catholic cemetery.
FENTON--Simon Fenton of Platte Center, who has been at St. Mary's hospital for the past few weeks, passed away late Thursday evening, death resulting from a complication of diseases. Mr. Fenton is an old resident of Platte county having lived on a farm near Platte Center thirty years, but on account of poor health the deceased moved to Platte Center four years ago, where he has since resided. He is survived by his aged wife and several children. The remains were taken to Platte Center Friday, and the funeral was held at St. Joseph's church Sunday afternoon.
Columbus Journal, July 29, 1908
MARRIED
HYLAND-KLOPPEL--At the Catholic church in Snyder at 8:30 o'clock Wednesday morning, by Rev. Father Rothe, Miss Edith Kloppel and Eugene H. Hyland. The ceremony was performed in the presence of Mr. and Mrs. Thos. Hyland parents of the groom, and Mr. and Mrs. Julius H. Pieper. During the ceremony nuptial high mass was celebrated and immediately after a wedding breakfast was served at the priest's home. The groom needs no introduction, having grown to manhood in this vicinity. Last Spring he was graduated from the Kansas City Veterinary College and since that time has been a practicing veterinary at Columbus. He is a young man of sterling qualities, exemplary in word and deed. The young couple left on the morning passenger for Columbus and will visit relatives and friends in Stanton and Boone county for about three weeks. They will go to housekeeping in Columbus after August 15th. [Leigh.]DIED
NELSON--Mrs. Frances Nelson, wife of William Nelson, who resides in south Columbus, passed away Saturday evening at eight o'clock, death resulting from heart failure. Deceased had been a patient sufferer for the past two years, and for the past six weeks had, at times, been very ill. Mrs. Nelson was born in Jackson county, Alabama, in 1839. A few years later she, with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. John Maxwell, moved to Hamburg, Tennessee, where, in 1853, she was united in marriage to William Nelson. To this union ten children were born, four of whom are deceased. Soon after their marriage, Mr. and Mrs. Nelson went to Missouri, but did not remain there long, when they moved to Indiana, where they resided for twenty years. From there they came to Nebraska, settling in Columbus, where they have resided for the past thirty-six years. Deceased was a devoted christian and was always ready to lend a helping hand to those in need, and by her kind and loving nature won many friends, who will always reverence her name. Besides her aged husband, she leaves several children, namely: James Nelson, Mrs. Martha Smith and John Nelson, residing in this city, Mrs. Bertha Clark of Des Moines, Iowa, and Mrs. Anna Cleveland of Edensville, Nebraska, to mourn the loss of a loving wife and mother. The funeral was held Tuesday morning from the United Brethren church, Rev. Lohr, assisted by Rev. Johannes, pastor of the German M.E. church, conducting the services, and interment was made in the Columbus cemetery. Relatives who attended the funeral from out of town were Mrs. Clark of Des Moines, Iowa, and Mrs. Cleveland of Edensville, Nebraska.WILSON--Mrs. Thomas Wilson, widow of Thomas Wilson, formerly of this city, but later of Helena, Mont., died at that place this week and her body will be brought here for burial. Her husband, who was an old soldier, is buried in the Columbus cemetery, and she will be placed beside him. The funeral will be held Thursday morning under the auspices of the Grand Army. Her son Charles, who is a railway postal clerk, is accompanying the remains.
ZAHN--Mr. and Mrs. Henry Pasold and son Gustav, Ferdinand Kraus, Mrs. W. Krause and son Charles, and W.F. Schwanke and wife were at Snyder Monday to attend the funeral of August Zahn, a stepson of Martin Pasold of that place, who was drowned in Pebble creek while fishing last Saturday. The young man was eighteen years of age and was well spoken of by his friends and associates. [Howells.]
KAIPUST--Our people were somewhat startled last Saturday morning when it was learned that a five year-old son of Mike Kaipust, living on the Cronin farm about a half a mile west of town, had that morning died of diphtheria. It was not known by the public that the child was sick, and evidently the parents did not realize the nature of the disease as a physician was not called until Friday evening. The remains were taken to Tarnov Saturday evening and interred. Two older boys in the family were also afflicted, but they are now nearly well again. The house is under quarantine. It was discovered that same day that the two year old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. W.T. Ripp, who had been sick for several days, also had diphtheria, althought she was fast recovering. However, this house was also placed uner quarantine. No other cases have developed, and is surely hoped that none will.--P.S.--Since the above was in type the house of John Kaipust, near the high school building, was quarantined yesterday, a son having been stricken with the disease. This is particularly unfortunate as a child was born to the parents Wednesday evening. [Platte Center.]
Columbus Journal, August 5, 1908
DIED
SCHROEDER--Wm. Schroeder, who resides in the east part of Columbus received a message Sunday from Cleveland, Ohio, stating that his wife had suddenly passed away that morning at five o'clock at the home of her sister, Mrs. Anna Hall, death resulting from heart failure. This sad news came as a shock to the members of her household, as well as her many friends, as only the day before letters had been received from her stating that she was not feeling well, but thought it was caused by the extreme hot weather. Mrs. Schroeder left this city three weeks ago to doctor with a specialist of that city, and a few days previous word was received from relatives saying that she was suffering from heart trouble, but in no way was her case considered dangerous. Mrs. Wm. Schroeder, nee Miss Eva Schaffer, was born in Minhem, Germany, on New Year's day in 1846, and when only a child of one year of age came to this country with her parents Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Schaffer, who are both dead, and settled in Cleveland, Ohio, where she resided until 1882 when she came to this city, where two years later she was united in marriage to Wm. Schroeder of Columbus. The deceased has been a resident of Columbus for the past thirty years, and by her kind and gentle manner has won many friends, who will always hold her name in reverence. Beside her bereaved husband she leaves one daughter, Mrs. Frank Rudat to mourn the loss of a kind and loving wife and mother. Upon receiving the message Mr. Schroeder left the same evening for Cleveland, and will return late tonight or early tomorrow morning with the remains of his wife. No arrangements whatever have yet been made for the funeral.ABEGGLEN--The home of Mr. and Mrs. John Abegglen was saddened Friday by the death of their infant son. The babe was only twelve days old, and seemed to be in the best of health until a few hours before its death, when it was taken with convulsions and all that loving hands and medical aid could do, did not seem to relieve the little sufferer. The funeral was held Saturday morning from the residence, Rev. Neumarker, pastor of the German Reformed church officiating, and interment was made in the Columbus cemetery.
PENNINGTON--Cecial Hubert, the little son of Mr. and Mrs. O.C. Pennington, who live in the north part of the city died Thursday afternoon, death resulting from absorption of the bowels. The deceased was one year ten months and fifteen days old at the time of his death, and had only been ill a few days. In no way was the case considered dangerous until a few hours before he passed away. The funeral was held Saturday morning from the residence, Rev. R.W. Reinhardt, pastor of the Baptist church conducted the services and interment was made in the Columbus cemetery. Relatives who attended the funeral from out of town were Mr. and Mrs. T. Cox, Oscar and Harley Pennington of North Platte, Neb., J.C. Pennington of Stanton, and Miss Leona Pennington of North Platte, Nebr.
The Columbus Telegram, August 7, 1908
DIED
McDUFFIE--David McDuffie is dead. Last Sunday he fell victim to a severe stroke of apolexy. He lingered until yesterday morning at 9:15 o'clock. Mr. McDuffie was a veteran of the civil war, and a veteran railroad man. He had lived in Columbus for 28 years. He was the first section foreman sent here by the Burlington railroad and remained in that position until four years ago. For forty-four years he was in the service of the Burlington or its branch lines. During the war Mr. McDuffie served three years with company G, Second Michigan volunteer cavalry, winning the stripes of sergeant. In view of his good service the country has been taking good care of him in the declining years. His pension amounted to $30 per month. Although born and raised in this country, Mr. McDuffie gave one the impression of being a type of the real old Scotch-Irish gentleman. Such he was in deed and blood, if not in his birthright. He was born February 8, 1828 in Warick, Seneca county, New York, making him past 80 years old at the time of his death. January 23, 1854, he was married to Martha E. Harper, now deceased. There are four surviving children--Mrs. Charles Swain, of Overt, Oklahoma, Mrs. Frank Morse, of Excelsior Springs, Missouri, Mrs. James Waldran of Ogden, Utah, and Samuel J. McDuffie, of this city. At this time, awaiting advice from distant relatives who desire to be present, definite arrangements for the funeral have not been made. It will [be] either tomorrow or Sunday.
Columbus Journal, August 12, 1908
BIRTHS
JENSEN--Born, Thursday, to Mr. and Mrs. A.D. Jensen, a baby girl.ERNST--Mr. and Mrs. E.J. Ernst, living near Duncan, are the proud parents of a fine baby boy which arrived last Wednesday.
DIED
McDUFFEE--David McDuffee passed away at his home in northeast Columbus Thursday morning at 9:15, death resulting from a stroke of apoplexy, which he suffered last Sunday. Mr. McDuffee has resided in the city for the past twenty-eight years. He was a veteran of the Civil war, having served three years with Company G, Second Michigan Volunteer Cavalry, and at the close of the war was holding the position of sergeant. For the past few years he has been receiving a liberal pension from the government for the service he rendered. The deceased was a man of noble character, being always ready to lend a helping hand to the suffering and oppressed. Those whose pleasure it was to pass his door on their way to and from their different occupations, will, indeed, miss his pleasant face, as he always had a smile and a pleasant word for all. Mr. McDuffee was a retired railroad man, having until the last four years been a section foreman on the Burlington railroad. This position he held forty-four years, when on account of his advanced age and poor health he was compelled to resign. Mr. McDuffey was born in Warick, Seneca county, New York, February 23, 1828, and twenty-six years later was united in marriage to Miss Martha E. Harper, who died several years ago. To this union several children were born, some passing away when in infancy. Four children survive their aged parent, namely: Mrs. Charles Swain of Overt, Oklahoma; Mrs. James Waldron of Ogden, Utah; Mrs. Frank Morse of Excelsior Springs, Missouri, and Samuel J. McDuffee of this city, all of who were present at the funeral, which was held Monday morning from the family residence, Rev. DeWolfe, pastor of the Methodist church, officiating, and his body was laid to rest in the Columbus cemetery beside that of his wife.SCHROEDER--The funeral of the late Mrs. Wm. Schroeder, who passed away August 2nd at the home of her sister, Mrs. Anna Hall, at Cleveland, Ohio, while receiving medical treatment, was held at the family residence on East 11th street, Friday afternoon at 2 o'clock, Rev. Meissler, pastor of the German Lutheran church, officiating. Interment was made in the Columbus cemetery. Friends who attended the funeral from out of town were, Mrs. Wolfe, Mrs. Schwank, John Murphy, Mrs. Boche and daughter of Madison, and Mr. and Mrs. Schiedel of Platte Center.
McKILLIPPS--D. McKillipps, father of Jim and S.T. McKillipps, died at his residence on the table land south of Bellwood on Wednseay night of last week. He had been ill for some time. Deceased was 80 years of age. He was one of Butler county's oldest citizens and was held in high esteem by a large circle of neighbors and friends. [Bellwood.]
BLESSING--Gus Blessing is dead. These are the words that were passed around after finding his body in a badly decomposed state in the bed room to the rear of his store building late Sunday night. Humphrey people were not surprised, because for several months they have expected to find him dead in his lonely place of abode. For nearly 20 years Gus Blessing has been practically dead as far as the world and its people were concerned. During his residence in Humphrey he had shut himself off entirely from the association of his fellow man and during that time there was only one person that knew anything of him at all, and that was Chas. Lingel a stranger, who made his home with the old gentleman for a couple of years. It was generally understood that the two men were related, but the Democrat editor has it from a reliable authority that no relationship existed whatever. We doubt if there was a more peculiar person ever than Gus Blessing. He was a tipical [sic] hermit, and during his residence in Humphrey his life was miserly in the extreme. Wednesday afternoon a search of the property was made for valuables of any kind, and in a trunk was found $1980.35. This amount was within a few dollars of the amount which his books showed that he possessed. He kept a strict account of every day's business up to June 6, since when there is no record of any business having been transacted, although it is known that he paid his taxes since that time. The money found consisted of $1690 in currency of very old denomination which indicates that he had the money in his possession for a number of years; there was $285.00 in gold and $5.35 in change. [Humphrey.]
Columbus Journal, August 19, 1908
BIRTHS
REESE; BEHLEN--Two homes on the route were brightened by the arrival of baby girls, one at Wm. Reese's and the other at the home of Fred Behlen, jr. [Route No. 3.]MARRIAGE LICENSES
___s Rendell, Richland.....23; ___ Weisenfluh, Columbus.....21;
___ Knudson, Newman Grove.....22; ___ Nelson, Newman Grove.....20
Fred R. Gregorious, Columbus.....33; Anna R. Kumph, Columbus.....25;
Orville Butler, Columbus.....23; Grace Lewis, Columbus.....22MARRIED
GREGORIOUS-KUMPH--Fred Gregorious and Miss Anna Kumph of this city were united in marriage last Thursday afternoon at the German Lutheran church in the presence of a few relatives, the ceremony being performed by Rev. H. Meissler. Mr. and Mrs. Gregorious left the same evening for Denver, for a week's sojourn, after which they will return to this city and commence housekeeping in the home owned by the groom on Fourteenth street. The couple are well known in Columbus, the bride being a daughter of Mrs. J. Kumph, having resided here a number of years. She has been employed in the capacity of saleslady and book keeper in some of the business houses of the city the last few years. The groom is a well known Columbus boy who has grown to manhood here, and is at present city water commissioner. He is also a member of the Orpheus society, and ex-fireman and a member of the city band.BUTLER-LEWIS--There was a quiet home wedding at the residence of Mr. and Mrs. W.H. Lewis this (Wednesday) afternoon at 4 o'clock, when their daughter, Grace Munson, was united in marriage to Mr. Orville De Forrest Butler. The newly married couple left at once for a honeymoon trip in the mountains of Colorado, and will be at home after October 1st at 1402 West 15th street. Both these young people are well known in Columbus and throughout Platte county, and their many friends will join the Journal in wishing them a prosperous life journey.
KLAUTSCH-WEYEN--On Sunday, Aug. 9 at 6 p.m., at the German Lutheran church, occurred the wedding of Miss Mary S. Weyen of Okay, to Rev. William E. Klautsch of Altamont, Ill. To the strains of a wedding march, played by Mrs. Gross of Omaha, an aunt of the groom, the bridal couple entered the church, accompanied by Miss Lizzie Weyen as bridesmaid and George Mohr as best man. The bride was beautifully dressed in white silk, trimmed in lace. She wore a wreath and veil, and carried a lovely bouquet of white roses and asters. The bridesmaid was also becomingly dressed in white. After the ceremony, which was performed by Rev. Rex, pastor of the German Lutheran church, an excellent wedding feast was served at the home of the bride's parents, Mr. and Mrs. Herman Weyen, and the large number of invited guests spent an enjoyable evening. Many beautiful and useful presents were given the wedded pair and the best wishes of their many friends go with them to their new home. Rev. Klautsch has recently completed his education and is expecting to accept a call from a church in the east. Miss Mary is the third daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Weyen married within the past year. [Monroe.]
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SAYERS--One of the saddest events the Nonpareil has ever been called upon to chronicle took place Saturday evening when Gracie, the only daughter of Mr. and Mrs. C.H. Sayers, fell into a tank at their home in the southwest past [sic?] of town and was drowned. The little one was playing about the barn yard while her brothers were doing the evening chores. It is supposed that she was playing near the tank and dropped her tin cup into the tank. She did not fall clear into the tank but hung suspended on the edge with her head submerged in the water. She was in this position when discovered a few minutes later by one of the boys. Immediate efforts were made to resuscitate her and Dr. Jones arrived on the scene in a short time, but it was impossible to restore life to the little body as it was evident that she had died of strangulation in a few moments after falling into the tank. [Central City.]KAUFMAN--Augusta, wife of J.E. Kaufman, passed away at the family home in this city Monday morning, August 17, 1908, at 9 o'clock. Deceased had been an invalid for two years, but it was not until ten days before her death that she was confined to her bed. Mrs. Kaufman's maiden name was Augusta Gradaski. She was born in West Preisen, Germany, December 6, 1857. In 1866 she came with her parents to America, settling in Seward county, where she grew to womanhood. On the 6th day of July, 1876, she was united in marriage to John E. Kaufman. They resided in Seward county until 1885, when they moved to Hamilton county where they lived on a farm for four years, and then took up their residence in Hampton. After living in Hampton for eleven years the family moved to Columbus, where they have since resided. Mrs. Kaufman was a model wife and mother, caring little for what is termed society. Her friends were numbered by her acquaintances, but it was in her home that her energies and happiness were centered, and the vacant chair left in the family circle can never be filled. A husband and seven children--three sons and four daughters--are left to mourn her departure. The children are William, Theodore, Herman, Augusta, Elizabeth, Mrs. Henry Gass, jr., of Columbus, and Mrs. Harry Lohr of Grand Island. Besides the members of the home circle, deceased leaves four sisters and two brothers who have been notified of her death and will be present at the funeral, which will be held at the German Lutheran church Thursday afternoon. The remains will be laid away to rest in the Columbus cemetery.
BULKLEY--The following, taken from a Seattle, Wash., paper dated August 4, relates to a boy who was born in Platte Center, his father, H.H. Bulkley, being at one time cashier of a bank here: Ralph Bulkey, aged 18, and Allen Phillips, aged 17, two Seattle High School boys, were drowned Saturday morning in the Columbia river while trying to go from Peterson, Wash., to Irrigon, Ore. The sailboat they used capsized and the boys drifted down the river two miles with the boat before trying to reach shore. The current was so rapid that both sank before they could get dry land. Efforts of the people on shore to reach them were of no avail. A man named Haskins who was with them, held on to the boat until it drifted ashore and was saved. [Platte Center.]
Columbus Journal, August 26, 1908
BIRTHS
CARRIG--A bright baby boy arrived Tuesday evening at the home of Mr. and Mrs. C.J. Carrig of Columbus. [Platte Center.]MARRIED
LEAP-YEOMAN--Thirty-five years ago, down in old Missouri, D.S. Leap and Miss Jennie Thompson were lovers. They drifted apart and Miss Thompson married and became Mrs. Yeoman. Children came to bless the union, and a few years ago her husband died. The widow opened a millinery store in Silver Creek, and while visiting in St. Joe a few months ago she met the man who had been the apple of her eye in her girlhood days. Vowes were renewed, and last Sunday Mr. Leap came to Columbus and was joined here Monday by Mrs. Yeoman, and in the afternoon were united in marriage in the parlor at the Pacific Hotel, Judge Ratterman performing the ceremony. They will make their home in St. Louis where the groom is in business.LOGAN-CASH--We are assured that the marriage of George Logan to Miss Daisy Cash is a fact. The wedding occurred at the home of the bride in Geneva, Saturday morning, Milton and Manly, brothers of the groom, attending the wedding. They left at once for Lincoln, where Mr. Logan is employed. Owing to the poor health of the bride they will not attempt housekeeping, but will take rooms for a short time. [Albion.]
LARSON-?--Nels Larson, so it is reported, has received a letter from his son Charlie notifying him of his marriage to a young lady living near Brule City, South Dakota. The parents of the girl opposed the union. But as usual love laughs at parental opposition, and one night Charlie saddled a couple of mules he had been breaking the gumbo prairie with on his farm near Pukwana and eloped with his girl to Chamberlain where the knot was tied. The young couple are now in the south on their honeymoon trip, but expect to come to Genoa and run Nel's farm if he and his wife spend next summer in Sweden, as now planned. [Genoa.]
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ZAREK--Sophia Zarek, the year and a half old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Frank Zarek, living two miles east of Benton, died last Saturday. Funeral services were held Sunday afternoon at the Catholic church and burial was int he Catholic cemetery.FOLEY--Patrick Foley, an old settler living near Platte Center, passed away last Thursday afternoon, aged 70. Deceased was born in Ireland, but came to America when a young man. He leaves one daughter, Nellie Foley, and four sons, Jerry, James, William and Thomas, all residents of Platte county with the exception of Jerry, who lives near Butte, Montana.
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Patrick Foley died at his home yesterday (Thursday) afternoon. Mr. Foley has been ailing for some time with a complication of troubles, and while his demise was somewhat sudden, it was not unexpected. The funeral was held from St. Joseph's church (Saturday) at 10 o'clock a.m. [Platte Center.]HELWIG--A telephone message Sunday telling of the death of Miss M.M. Helwig came as a shock to her friends in this city. Three weeks ago she left for her home in Marceline, Mo., for a short vacation and rest and since her departure her friends had not heard from her, expecting her home in a few days. Beside the telephone message the only word received was a death announcement. For several months Miss Helwig has not been in the best of health, but her condition was not such as to cause her friends concern. The funeral was held Tuesday from the home of her parents. Miss Helwig has been a resident of Columbus almost three years, and during that time has conducted the photograph gallery on Olive street.
MELCHER--A two and a half year old daughter of John Melcher, northwest of town, died last Friday evening from the effects of fly killer poison. The little one was discovered playing with the cans containing the poison and was quite drowsy. His parents as soon as they discovered what had been done, did what they could and sent to a neighbor to call Dr. Metz. He soon arrived and done all that could be done without avail as she passed away the same evening. [Humphrey.]
OTTIS--Thomas Ottis, one of the earliest settlers of this neighborhood, died Monday morning, Aug. 17, at his home in this city at 3:30 o'clock after a protracted illness of nine months. In November last year Mr. Ottis had the misfortune to fall a victim to a severe stroke of paralysis which rendered him speechless and practically helpless. But notwithstanding this great misfortune which came over him he was always able to look on the bright side of everything and extract a great deal of enjoyment from life as time went by. A few days ago an old trouble, which has bothered him for a number of years and for which he submitted to two operations during the last two or three years, reappeared and as he was not strong enough to withstand another operation, it was known by his friends and relatives that he could not live long and all they could do was to make the few remaining days as comfortable and pleasant for him as possible. He breathed his last peacefully surrounded by members of his family, fortified with the sacraments, blessings and prayers of his church, strong in the Christian faith which has ever been the chief motive of his life. [Humphrey.]