Columbus Journal, September 2, 1908
MARRIAGE LICENSES
___ Schmidt, Humphrey.....31; ___ K. Scharwath, Humphrey.....20
____ E. Frederickson, Lindsay.....23; ___de M. Adamson, Newman Grove.....19
_____ Tomasovia, Duncan.....28; ____ Balasa, Duncan.....23MARRIED
EARLY-TOTTEN--The Lincoln Journal of August 27th contained the following notice of the marriage of a prominent young man of Columbus to a Lincoln girl: "At 6:30 last evening at the home of the bride's parents, Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Totten, took place the marriage of Miss Delia Estelle Totten to John W. Early, of Columbus, Neb., the Rev. I.F. Rosch, pastor of St. Paul's church, officiating. Only near relatives of the two families were present. Miss Flora Maine played the wedding march and soft music during the ceremony. A color scheme of green and white was carried out with palms, ferns and white flowers. There were no attendants. The bride's dress was of embroidered white silk mull. Following the service an elaborate wedding dinner was served to the guests at one long table, there being fourteen covers. Mr. and Mrs. Early have gone to their home at Columbus, but later in the fall expect to go to California for the winter. Mr. Early is an electrical engineer. He graduated from the state university in the regular course and also from the engineering department. The following relatives of the groom were present: Mrs. M.A. Early and E. Early, of Columbus, mother and brother of the groom; Mr. and Mrs. J.A. Austin, of east Lincoln."DIED
ASCHE--About three weeks ago Mr. and Mrs. Gerd Asche, sr., of Leigh, went to Hot Springs, S.D., as is their usual custom, to remain there during hay fever season. Shortly after their arrival Mrs. Asche contracted typhoid fever and died last Tuesday. Her funeral was held at Leigh at the German Lutheran church last Friday afternoon. This death is the first which has occurred in the Asche family, which is an unusually large one, in thirty-eight years.--Omaha Daily Bee.SIXBERRY--Mrs. Nellie Sixberry died at the hospital last Saturday night from peritonitis, after an illness of three days. Nellie Tyler was born in Butler county, January 14, 1873. In 1895 she was married to Edgar Sixberry, who with six small children survives her. Funeral services were held Monday from the family residence, six miles south of Columbus, and were conducted by Rev. DeWolf of this city, and she was laid to rest in the Pleasant View cemetery.
Columbus Journal, September 9, 1908
MARRIAGE LICENSES
Emil R. Koltz, Memphis, Neb.....21; Mable M. Cleland, Bellwood.....21
Frank Sliwa, Platte Center.....24; Mary Kush, Tarnov.....18
Albin C. Pearson, St. Edward.....23; Ruth Greig, Genoa.....20
Herbert Buettner, Madison.....25; Anna L. Loseke, Platte Center.....19
Frank H. Freschauf, Lindsay.....25; Gertrude Canfield, Neligh.....26
Chester A. Ernst, Columbus.....23; Anna Hulsebus, Columbus.....20
Otto W. Kumph, Columbus.....21; Grace E. Miller, Columbus.....21
Clarence E. Shaw, Columbus.....23; Vie A. Stevenson, Columbus.....23MARRIED
SHAW-STEVENSON--The home of Mr. and Mrs. Frank Stevenson was the scene of a pretty but quiet wedding Monday afternoon when their oldest daughter, Miss Vie, was united in the holy bonds of matrimony to Lawerence Shaw. The nuptials were pronounced by the Rev. Dibble, pastor of the Congregational church, late in the afternoon, in the presence of a few relatives and intimate friends of the bride and groom. Mr. and Mrs. Shaw departed immediately after the ceremony for Omaha for a short sojourn. The bride, who has been employed as stenographer in the Columbus Creamery, which is owned and operated by her father, is well known, and by her kind and gentle manner has won many friends. The groom who was formerly from Kearney, is one of Columbus' progressive young men and for the past year has been employed as book-keeper in the Columbus Creamery. Mr. and Mrs. Shaw will make this city their future home.KUMPF-MILLER--Tuesday morning at 11 o'clock Otto Kumpf and Miss Grace Miller were united in marriage at the home of the bride on West Fifteenth street, Rev. L.R. DeWolf officiating. Only relatives of the couple present, including Mr. and Mrs. Demur of David City, grand parents of the bride. The groom is employed as a steam fitter by Dussell & Son and the bride was saleslady in the Gray Department store. After a trip to Omaha and other points in Iowa they will be at home to their friends at the residence of the groom on East Eighth street.
EVANS-WHITMOYER--Col. and Mrs. M. Whitmoyer received a message Thursday evening announcing the marriage of their daughter, Miss Florence to Dr. W.S. Evans of this city. The ceremony took place at Los Angeles, California, where Miss Whitmoyer went several weeks ago for a short visit with relatives. Nothing concerning the wedding has yet been learned, but the parents of the bride have been informed that Dr. and Mrs. Evans, have departed for Columbus. Before returning they will visit in San Francisco, California, Denver, and Grand Junction, Colorado, at the latter place they will be the guests of Rev. and Mrs. Munro former Columbus people. Dr. and Mrs. Evans are expected home Saturday.
DIED
DAVIS--John Davis died at the home of his son in Platte county, northeast of Genoa, Tuesday, Sept. 1, 1908, aged about 77 years. Deceased had been sick for the past year with Bright's disease, but it was not until a month ago that it became evident the end was near. He was taken to St. Mary's hospital at Columbus, but refused to remain there for treatment. He returned to Genoa, and up to two or three days before his death was at the Phillipps hotel in charge of a nurse. Funeral services were held Thursday. Interment was in the Genoa cemetery. John Davis was one of the early settlers of Nebraska. Late in the fifties, or early in the sixties, he homesteaded a valuable quarter section at Frontanelle, Washington county, but was driven from his land by an organized band of land grabbers. Some of the gang were afterwards prominent in business and church circles of Omaha. Mr. Davis commenced an action for damages against the men who had robbed him, but a shyster lawyer sold him out and he never recovered anything. In 1865 he settled in Platte county, but the past few years of his life have been spent in Genoa. Mrs. Davis died ten years ago, and is buried in the cemetery south of town. [Genoa.]
Columbus Journal, September 16, 1908
MARRIAGE LICENSES
Dave T. Jones, Monroe.....24; Francis A. Sheridan, Monroe.....24
___rles A. Loeffler, Humphrey.....30; ___nora Classen, Humphrey.....21JONES-SHERIDAN--Last Thursday Judge Ratterman issued a marriage license to Dave T. Jones and Frances A. Sheridan, both of Monroe. The groom is a son of I.N. Jones of Joliet township and the bride is a daughter of Mrs. Sheridan of north of Monroe.
MARRIED
ZUROSKE-PODRAZO--Last Wednesday afternoon one of the largest and swellest weddings that ever occurred in Polish circles was held at the church in Prairie Creek township. The groom is a prosperous farmer living near Columbus, John Zuroske by name, while the bride was Miss Adelaide, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. John Podrazo of Newman township. Great preparation were made for the event, a string band from Columbus being one of the attractions. The reception at the home last night was attended by many of our citizens, the automobiles being in great demand as well as every rig in town. The parents of the bride are well known in this county and enjoy the respect and confidence of the business world. The young couple started on life's journey well equipped for the race of life, and their numerous Nance county friends will wish them much joy as they journey ...BUETTNER-LOSEKE--Married, Sunday, September 6th, at the home of the bride's parents, Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Loseke, northwest of town, Miss Anna L. Loseke, and Mr. Herbert Buettner, of Madison county. We learn that this was a very quiet wedding, none but relatives being present. The happy couple took the train here Monday noon for quite an extended wedding trip, and on their return will make their home on the groom's farm in Madison county. [Platte Center.]
DIED
HANSON--Olaf Hanson, aged 40, residing on a farm north of Monroe, committed suicide last Friday afternoon by shooting himself. Shortly after eating his dinner, Hanson took his shot gun and went to the barn where he loaded the weapon. About 4 o'clock he fastened the gun in the bottom of his buggy with a piece of wire attached to the trigger in such a manner that by pulling it the gun could be discharged. After all preparations had been made, Hanson stepped to the rear of the buggy, and placing his left breast against the muzzel of the gun and grasping the wire with his hand, called his wife to step to the door a moment. The suppostion is that he desired his wife to witness his rash act, but when he called she was busy and did not at once respond. Evidently Hanson got tired of waiting for his wife to come and see him die, and pulled the wire. The charge from the gun entered his body near the heart and he died almost instantly. An inquest was held and a verdict returned in accordance with the facts given above. Hanson had been considerably depressed owing to business trouble and some of this friends had remarked that his mental condition was not exactly right. Funeral services were held Sunday and the remains interred in the Quaker cemetery west of Monroe. Deceased leaves a wife and three children.BOZOC--Mrs. Agnes Bozoc, wife of Mike Bozoc, died at the family home, Seventh and Speice streets, Sunday night, aged 74 years. Her ailment was tumor of the stomach and she has been a sufferer for sometime. Beside her husband she leaves a daughter, Mrs. Geo. Mostek. Funeral services were held at St. Bonaventura's church Tuesday morning and burial was in the Catholic cemetery.
LORKOWSKI--Gertrude Lorkowski, a thirteen year old girl whose home was in Farwell, died at the hospital last Saturday morning of Bright's disease. She was brought to that institution for treatment about nine weeks ago and the prospects for her recovery were good until a few days before her death. The remains were shipped to Farwell Saturday and the funeral held there Monday.
OLINE--S.W. Lightner of Lynch, Neb., received a telegram from Spokane, Wash., saying that E.V. Oline had been drowned at that place and asking for disposition of the body. Mr. Lightner left at once for the west, and passed through Columbus Wednesday, when he notified friends and relatives here. No particulars can be given than above. Victor was employed by a large lumber concern of that city and getting along nicely. The body will be brought here for burial if it is in a condition to ship, as Stephen wired them to prepare it for shipment and await his arrival. About Monday of next week friends here will be notified as to what will be done. [Monroe.]
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The remains of Victor E. Oline, formerly of Monroe, who was drowned at Spokane, Wash., last week, arrived in the city Wednesday and were taken to Monroe, where the funeral was held the same afternoon. S.W. Lightner, brother-in-law of the deceased, accompanied the body from the west.MINDRUP--We are sorry to record the death of the three year old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. John Mindrup, which occurred Sunday evening as the result of an attack of appendicitis. Funeral services were held Tuesday from the home at 2 p.m., where a short service was held, and from the Shell Creek Baptist church at 3 p.m., Rev. Hilszinger conducting the services. Four little girls, Ida and Della Lutjen and Josie and Minnie Krause, acted as pall bearers, and the body was laid to rest in the Shell Creek cemetery. A large number of sympathizing neighbors and friends attended the funeral. [Route No. 3.]
Columbus Journal, September 23, 1908
MARRIAGE BANS
BURNS-O'FALLON--The bans of marriage were announced for the first time last Sunday at St. Joseph's church between John Burns and Miss Katheryn O'Fallon. [Platte Center.]MARRIED
GIVENS-MARTYN--Dr. and Mrs. D.T. Martyn's home was the scene of a pretty but quiet wedding Wednesday last, when their youngest daughter, Miss Susan Petite, was lead to the matrimonial alter by Mr. C.C. Givens of Mt. Sterling, Illinois. In every respect the wedding was a very quiet affair, being witnessed by a few relatives of the contracting parties. At high noon the bride and groom found places beneath an arch of white clematis, where the Rev. James Wise, pastor of St. Martin's church of South Omaha, performed the ceremony that pronounced this estimable young lady and gentleman husband and wife. Immediately after the ceremony the guests were invited into the spacious dining room, where amid the perfume of beautiful cut flowers, a three course dinner was served. The bride has spent the greater if not all of her life, in this city, and all who knew her loved her for her ever cheerful disposition and her many beautiful traits of character. The groom is a progressive young business man, being engaged in the mercantile business in Kirksville, Missouri, and during his frequent visits to this city has won many friends. Mr. and Mrs. Givens departed the same afternoon for St. Paul and Duluth; later they will take a trip on the Great Lakes, and will be at home to their many friends after October 15, at Kirksville, Missouri.JONES-SHERIDAN--Married, at 6 o'clock Tuesday morning, Sept. 15th, at St. John's church, on upper Shell Creek, Rev. Father Alberts officiating, Miss Frances Sheridan and Dave Jones. The bride is the youngest daughter of Mrs. M. Sheridan, and the son of Mr. and Mrs. I.N. Jones. They have grown to manhood and womanhood in this county, a few miles northwest of Platte Center, and they have a host of friends who wish them a happy and prosperous journey through life. They departed from here on the noon train for a brief wedding trip to Omaha, after which they will begin house-keeping in Monroe. [Platte Center.]
DIED
MALLOY--Some time last spring it was reported here that Dave Malloy had died, but no one seemed to know that it was so. Recently Postmaster Pinson wrote to the home and a reply informed him that Dave died at the Home in Grand Island on the 6th of March, and was buried in the cemetery connected with the home. Dave was a resident of Platte county for many years and of Platte Center for at least twenty years. He went to the Soldier's Home about two years ago. It is not known whether he had any living relatives. [Platte Center.]MULLEN--Mrs. Mathew Mullen, nee Miss Sarah Tigner, passed away at the home of her adopted parents, Mr. and Mrs. D.L. Bruen, whose farm residence is twelve miles north of Columbus, Friday evening. Early in life Mrs. Mullen became an orphan and went to the home of D.L. Bruen, who afterwards adopted her. Here she lived until the winter of 1899, when she was united in marriage to Mathew Mullen of Humphrey, now deceased. Mrs. Mullen, who was ill with consumption has been a patient sufferer for the past several years, but during the many days of suffering she was never known to complain. She was a devoted christian, having been converted when but a small child. Besides her adopted parents she leaves a daughter, aged 8 years, to mourn the loss of a kind and devoted mother. The funeral was held Sunday afternoon and interment was made in the cemetery near Humphrey. Among those who attended the funeral were, Mr. and Mrs. Goerge Streeters of Petersburg, Miss Carrie and Floyd Drake, Mrs. Joe Haney and Dr. Cook of Columbus.
Columbus Journal, September 30, 1908
MARRIED
BALDWIN-CLANCY--Mr. Charles A. Baldwin and Miss Nelle Clancy, both well known young people of this city, were married Wednesday afternoon, at the rectory of St. Paul's Episcopal church, Rev. John William Jones officiating. Attending the young couple were Mr. and Mrs. Harry E. Baldwin and Miss Eva Baldwin of this city, and Miss Nelle Skinner of Gordon, Neb., relatives of the bride and groom. Mr. and Mrs. Baldwin left immediately after the ceremony for Columbus, Neb., where Mr. Baldwin is employed on a contract with the Union Pacific railroad in the bridge department. They will make their home in this city.--Omaha Daily Bee.DIED
CHRISTENSEN--Claral Addison, the infant son of Mr. and Mrs. Anthony Christensen, died Tuesday evening at the home, Thirteenth and R street, after a week's illness with hydrocepolis. The body was taken to Hampton Wednesday for burial and the funeral will be held Thursday. Mr. and Mrs. Christensen moved from that place about two and one-half months ago and he is employed in the Fox & Brown barber shop.
Columbus Journal, October 7, 1908
BIRTHS
WEAVER--Born, on Sunday, October 4, to Mr. and Mrs. Earl S. Weaver, a daughter. Grand Father Weaver was passing around the cigars Monday.MARRIAGE LICENSES
Lawrence Gress, St. Edward.....45; Della M. Rowley, St. Edward.....31
Orry B. Preston, Monroe.....22; Martha S. Seefeld, Columbus.....21
Palmer B. Hackett, Cedar Rapids.....27; Segred Berge, Bradish.....19
Robert L. Wilson, St. Louis.....25; Winnie Lahl, Columbus.....18
Samuel Hoesley, Madison.....22; Martha J. Streblow, Humphrey.....21
Henry Albers, Columbus.....23; Lizzie Lewis, Columbus.....24
John W. Adkinson, Millerton.....26; Thresia E. Lawerence, Millerton.....17MARRIED
JOHNSON-BIXBY--Friends in this city have received announcements of the marriage of Anna Katherine Bixby, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. A.L. Bixby, formerly of Columbus, to Nels M. Johnson, a son of O. Johnson, formerly of this city. Mr. and Mrs. Johnson will be at home at Goodland, Kan., after November 1, where the groom is employed in the telegraph service of the Rock Island railroad.DIED
REINKE--Another old settler has answered the final summons. Mrs. Samuel Reinke died at her home, on Route 2, last Thursday afternoon, October 1, 1908, aged 78 years. Deceased as born at Frederickstin, Austria, November 7, 1830. In 1863 she was united in marriage to Joseph Thandel, who died eight years later. In 1877 the widow came to Nebraska and a year later was married to Samuel Reinke. There were four boys from the first marriage, and one boy and one girl from the second marriage. Funeral services were held Sunday morning at 10 o'clock from the Johannes church on Shell creek, Rev. Grauenhorst officiating. Mrs. Reinke was a woman with many splendid traits in her character, and will always be remembered with kindness by her friends and neighbors.
The Columbus Telegram, October 9, 1908
DIED
REINKE--Mrs. Rosa Reinke, widow of Samuel Reinke, one of the early settlers in the Shell Creek neighborhood, died very suddenly last Thursday afternoon at the home of her son, Charles, who resides on the old homestead seven miles northeast of Columbus. Apoplexy was the cause of her death. She was taken ill at 2:30 in the afternoon, and passed away at three o’clock before the arrival of a physician. The funeral was held Sunday morning at the Shell Creek Lutheran church, Pastor Grauenhorst conducting the service. Mrs. Reinke was nearly seventy years old. She was born November 7, 1838, in Freidrichsdorf, Germany. She was married in the Old Country to Joseph Thonges, by whom she leaves four sons. In 1879, after coming to America, she was married to Mr. Reinke. One son and one daughter are the surviving children by the later marriage.
Columbus Journal, October 14, 1908
DIED
WILKEN--Mrs. Freida Wilken, aged 21 years, died at her home in Bismark township Sunday after a lingering illness. Deceased was the wife of Henry Wilken, to whom she was married January 4, 1905, and is left to mourn her loss. The service was held Wednesday from the Loseke Creek church, Rev. Denninger conducting the services.REDMUND--A special from O'Neill gives the following account of the death of Charles Redmund, a barber, of St. Edward, who was killed by the cars while on his way to O'Neill to register for the Tripp county land drawing. Redmund, up to one year ago, was a resident of Platte Center, where he conducted a barber shop: "The coroner's jury in the inquest over the remains of Charles C. Redmund, the barber from St. Edward killed by a Northwestern train here Wednesday night, brought in a verdict of accidental death, exonerating his companion, James McKelvey, who was with him at the time. The two men rode from Oakdale on the pilot of the engine and were said to be under the influence of liquor. As the train passed the stock yards a quarter of a mile east of the station Redman [sic] fell from the engine pilot and was ground beneath the car wheels, and head severed from the body and the limbs and body mangeled. A brakeman saw the man under the wheels and flagged the engineer, who brought the train to a standstill as soon as possible. Policemen were called and they took the remains to Undertaker Biglin's, who prepared them for shipment and burial after the inquest. The man's parents reside near St. Edward and they were notified and sent word to ship the remains to that place, which will be done today. Redmund was an unmarried man thirty-two years of age, and was coming here with McKelvey, a harness maker at St. Edward, to register for the land drawing."
KEMPF--The home of Mr. and Mrs. August Kempf was saddened by the death of their only child, who, in some unknown manner, fell in a rain barrel and was drowned. All that loving hands and skilled physicians, who were quickly summoned, was done as soon as the child was removed from the scene of the accident, but life was pronounced extinct. The barrel had been placed in the ground so as to be used as a cistern some time ago by persons, who owned the property, which the Kempf family now occupy. Mrs. Kempf was entertaining some lady friends, who had called at her home and in the meantime the child wandered into the back-yard, and it is supposed the cover, which was placed over the barrel gave way and the little one met the sad fate. Arthur Albert August, was born in Omaha, Neb., and at the time of his death was fourteen months and nine days old. The funeral was held Sunday afternoon at two o'clock, short services were held at the residence, after which the remains were taken to the German Reformed church, where the funeral services were conducted by Rev. Neumarker. Interment was made in the Columbus cemetery. Mr. and Mrs. Kempf formerly lived in Omaha, but a short time ago moved to this city. Mr. Kempf is employed by his father-in-law, Albert Klug, who is in the implement business. Relatives who attended the funeral from out of town were, Mrs. Kempf, mother of August Kempf and Edward Kempf both of Omaha.
YEITER--Mrs. Martha Yeiter, one of the pioneer settlers of Platte county, passed away at her home on West Eighteenth street Thursday forenoon, death resulting from an abscess. For the past few months Mrs. Yeiter has been ill, but her condition was not considered dangerous until a short time before her death. Mrs. Yeiter, was born at Delaware, Ohio, on May 1st, 1832, where she lived until 1852, when she was united in marriage to Wm. Green of Indiana. Several years later her husband died, and she was left a widow with nine children, six of whom are now deceased. A few years later she came to Nebraska, and in 1892 was married to Christian Yeiter, who survives her. Mrs. Yeiter had reached the advanced age of seventy [sic] years, and, until a short time before her death, was able to do her household duties. She was a devoted wife and mother and her friends were numbered by her acquaintances. Beside her husband she leaves three daughters, Mrs. Clara Harden of Marceline, Missouri, Mrs. Ester Murie of this city, and Mrs. Ada Carline, of Clement, Oklahoma. The funeral took place Saturday afternoon, short services being held at the residence, after which the remains were taken to the German Reformed church. Rev. Neumarker conducted the services and burial was made in the Columbus cemetery.
LANUYAN--Elmer Lanuyan, aged 27, died at the hospital Monday night of pneumonia. He was brought here from Silver Creek and nother whatever is known of him.
Columbus Journal, October 21, 1908
BIRTHS
KENOYER--Mr. and Mrs. C. Kenoyer are the proud parents of a baby boy, who arrived at their home Oct. 14th.MARRIAGE LICENSES
Geo. W. Kurz, Omaha.....46; Flora F. Schetz, Columbus.....40
August Pfeifer, Humphrey.....30; Mary Froclich, Humphrey.....34
Erich Wurdeman, Leigh.....25; Bertha Ahrens, Columbus.....27
Cosech Gembala, Tarnov.....27; Oeronica Silver, Tarnov.....18
Joseph Kozial, Tarnov.....21; Josie Torczon, Tarnov.....17DIED
BALLOU--Helen Ballou, nee Taylor, wife of W.G. Ballou, died at South Danbury, N.H., October 14, 1908. She was the daughter of Rev. L.C. Taylor, a Cumberland Presbyterian minister. Mrs. Ballou was born in Mississippi and moved with the family to Waxahatchie, Texas. She will be remembered in Columbus as Helen Taylor, who taught music for a number of years. She was married to W.G. Ballou at Schuyler eleven years ago and moved to New Hampshire six years ago. Her body was brought to this city Monday and buried in the Columbus cemetery with short services being held at the grave.MORSE--A telegram announcing the death of Charles E. Morse at Wenatchee, Washington, on Thursday of last week, came as a shock to the relatives and his many friends in this city. A day or two previous a letter had been received from their daughter saying that they would leave Tuesday of last week for this city. No particulars have been obtainable, and all that is known is that he had been in poor health for the last year. Charles E. Morse was born in New York, Sept. 6, 1839. After going to the California gold fields he located in Platte county in 1862, taking up a homestead south of the river, where he lived until 1873. On December 24, 1868, he was married to Alphonsine North, sister of J.E. and L.H. North of this city, the wedding being a double one, S.E. Cushing and Elizabeth North being married at the same time. Six children were born to Mr. and Mrs. Morse, four of whom, Charles jr., Elsie, May and Zura were at the family home. During 1867-8 Mr. Morse was with Major Frank North's Pawnee scouts, being a captain of a company. In 1873 Mr. Morse and L.H. North built what is now the Ernst & Brock livery stable and continued to run it until 1876, when he bought out Mr. North and later traded it to O.L. Baker for a farm north of the city. In 1902 the family moved to Wenatchee, Washington, which has since been their home, they living in the city and owning a fruit farm seven miles out. A telegram received Monday stated that the body of Mr. Morse and also of S.E. Cushing, who died about two years ago, would be brought to Columbus for burial, and arrive on the Burlington Wednesday evening. The funeral will be held Thursday. Mrs. Morse and Mrs. Cushing will probably accompany the remains.
LAKE--Mrs. Maud Jane Lake, who has been a patient at the hospital for the past year and a half, passed away Friday, death resulting from paralysis. Funeral services were held Saturday, Rev. Ross, pastor of the Methodist church officiating. Burial was made in the Columbus cemetery.
Columbus Journal, October 28, 1908
BIRTHS
NEEMEYER--Born, on Sunday, October 25 to Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Neemeyer, a daughter. [Route No. 3.]MARRIAGE LICENSES
George C. Frank, Hazard, Neb.....47; Jennie A. Gibson, Norfolk.....40
William Kluck, Richland.....36; Wilhelmina Ottman, Schuyler.....24
Alexander Kozlowski, Duncan.....24; Mattie Hecker, Columbus.....25
Orice W. Moore, Genoa.....23; Eva J. Copple, Fullerton.....23
John Micek, Platte Center.....21; Mary Prorock, Platte Center.....20
Stanaw Lewandski, St. Paul.....52; Anna Olszwaka, St. Paul.....48MARRIAGE BANS
KOZLOUSKI-HECKER--At the close of services in the Catholic church at Duncan last Sunday, the marriage banns of Alexander Kozlouski of Duncan and Miss Mattie Hecker of this city were announced. The wedding will take place today (Wednesday) at Duncan. Miss Hecker is one of Columbus' estimable young ladies and has made her home in this city most of her life, and by her kind and gentle manner has won many friends, who will wish her success and happiness in her new home. Mr. Kozlouski was formerly a clerk in the First National bank of this city, but resigned his position several years ago, and for the past five years has been in the service of the navy. His last voyage was completed about two weeks ago and he has been appointed to a clerical position with headquarters at Seattle, Wash., and immediately after the ceremony left for Seattle, where they will make their future home.MARRIED
WURDEMAN-AHRENS--At the Loseke Creek Lutheran church last Thursday at high noon, occurred the wedding of Eric Wurdeman of Leigh, and Miss Bertha Ahrens, of Route 1. The wedding was a very quiet one, being witnessed by only the immediate relatives of the contracting parties. While returning from the church the happy couple were held up at a lonely bridge by a couple of bold, bad highwaymen, who demanded a ransom before they would suffer them to depart. The ransom was forthcoming, and the newly married couple went on their way rejoicing. [Route No. 1.]DIED
CURTIS--S.P. Curtis, a resident of Columbus for the last twenty-five years, died at the hospital Thursday, death resulting from old age. The funeral was held Saturday morning at 10:30 from the Methodist church, the pastor, Rev. Roush, conducting the services. Solomon Phelps Curtis was born in the village of Swanville, Waldo county, Maine, July 6, 1815, and died Oct. 22, 1908, well along in his 94th year. He was about 18 years old at the time of the great meteoric shower, generally called "The Falling Stars" and he remembered the occasion very distinctly. He was the youngest of eight children, all of whom have preceeded him to the spirit world many years ago. At a very early age he took to the salt water, as his brothers before him had done, and was before the mast three years. When he was 20 years old he apprenticed himself and entered the shipyards, working at Portsmouth, N.H., and Bridgeport, Conn., where he learned the trade of ship carpenter. He was married in 1855 to Elizabeth Mettler at Belvidere, N.J., five children being born to them, three of whom are living. In 1857 he removed to central Illinois, locating in Peoria county. In those days railroads were few and the trip was made by boat via Pittsburg, Cincinnati and St. Louis, and then up the Illinois river. Here he engaged again in boat building. In 1871 he moved again to Stark county, Illinois, and there being no boats to build, turned his hand at house carpentering--which trade he followed for the balance of his useful days. The family moved to Nebraska in April, 1883, and located in Columbus, which has been the home ever since. He leaves three children--his wife having died in February, 1900. The children are Mrs. A.L. Beaty, Cedar Rapids, Nebraska, Fred Curtis of this city, and J.M. Curtis, Tamarack, Minnesota.URECH--Mrs. Jacob Glur received a message Monday telling her of the death of her brother, Jacob Urech, at Colfax, Wash. Mr. Urech was a resident of Columbus eighteen years ago, and was in the tailoring business, before he moved west. He leaves a wife, two sisters and one brother, Mrs. Jacob Glur, Mrs. G. Ingold, and his mother Mrs. Elizabeth Urech and Fred Urech of this city. He will be buried in Colfax, Wash.
WISEMAN--Forest Walter, son of Mr. and Mrs. E.W. Wiseman of Grand Island, aged two months and seventeen days, died at the home of John Burrell, on East Eleventh street, October 26, after a short illness. Mrs. Wiseman was visiting at the Burrell home when the little one was taken sick. The funeral was held from the Burrell home Tuesday afternoon, Rev. Roush of the Methodist church conducting the services.
DAYHOFF--Arthur Roen Dayhoff, infant son of Mr. and Mrs. J.A. Dayhoff, died Thursday morning. The funeral was held Friday afternoon from the Pacific hotel, where Mr. and Mrs. Dayhoff are now residing. Mr. Dayhoff was formerly of York, coming here several months ago to take a position in the Columbus gas plant.
Columbus Journal, November 4, 1908
MARRIAGE LICENSES
Charles Starostka, Silver Creek.....21; Lizzie Dush, Duncan.....20
Ottis Johnson, Columbus.....27; Elmira Conard, Monroe.....19
John Hank, Osceola.....63; Sophia Maitin, Easton.....64
Louie Schroeder, Columbus.....27; Mary A. Weber, Columbus.....22MARRIED
DAY-ROBBINS--The marriage of Miss Edith Lillian Robbins to Warren F. Day was quietly celebrated Saturday at 12 o'clock at the home of the bride's sister, Miss Ida Robbins, 1931 B street. The marriage service was impressively read by the Rev. Lewis Gregory and included the double ring ceremony. At the appointed hour Miss Alice Towne played the Lohengrin bridal chorus which announced the approach of the bridal party. The bridesmaids Miss Zola Dellecker of Omaha, Miss Ena Brach, of Hastings, Miss Clarie Dovey, of Plattsmouth and Miss Martha Post of Columbus led the way. They were followed by the maid of honor, Miss Helen Day, sister of the groom. The bride entered with her brother, C.B. Robbins of Cedar Rapids, Iowa, who gave her away and was preceded by her niece, Vera Anderson of Genoa, who carried the wedding rings. Only relatives and close friends were included in the guest list. A wedding breakfast followed the ceremony. Mr. and Mrs. Day left in the evening for their home in Richfield, Idaho, where they will be at home to friends after December 1. The above is taken from the Lincoln Daily Star. The bride, who frequently visited in this city has made many friends, who wish her much success and happiness in her new home.FUSSELMAN-BOWMAN--On Thursday Peter Fusselman and Mrs. Bowman drove to Stanton and at three o'clock in the afternoon were quietly married at the residence of Mr. and Mrs. Wm. White. Rev. J.J. Klopp performing the ceremony. [Leigh.]
DIED
HAHN--Myrtle Fay, little daughter of Mr. and Mrs. F.L. Hahn, who reside northwest of the city, passed away last Tuesday, death resulting from a stroke of paralysis, which she suffered a month ago. Had she lived until Wednesday, Oct. 28, she would have attained the age of four years. The funeral was held Thursday afternoon from the Methodist church, Rev. Roush conducting the services. Interment was made in the Columbus cemetery.FOSTER--On Tuesday, Mrs. A.C. Ballou was called to Maysville, Mo., by the death of her sister, Mrs. Foster. But recently she accompanied the remains of another sister, Mrs. Ingram, to that city for interment and is now called there by the decease of another sister. Her many friends here heartily sympathize with her in her sad bereavements. [Schuyler.]
Columbus Journal, November 11, 1908
MARRIAGE LICENSES
J.E. Maher, Platte Center.....34; Mary A. Weddell, Platte Center.....32
Geo. W. Burrows, Platte Center.....22; Lena A. Speer, Platte Center.....25
Boyd Dawson, Columbus.....50; Minnie Green, Columbus.....35WEDDING ANNOUNCEMENTS
SCHROEDER-WEBER--The marriage of Louis L. Schroeder of this city and Miss Mary A. Weber of Humphrey has been announced and the wedding ceremony will take place today (Wednesday) at the Catholic church in Humphrey. After a short wedding trip, Mr. and Mrs. Schroeder will return to Columbus, where they will reside in a cottage on East Fourteenth street, which has recently been prepared for their occupancy. The groom is one of Columbus' progressive young business men and is engaged in plastering and bricklaying. The bride is well known in the city, as some time ago she lived here, and by her kind and gentle manner has won many friends, who will welcome her to her new home.MARRIED
BECKER-RASMUSSEN--The marriage of Karl A. Becker to Miss Ruby H. Rasmussen took place in Omaha Wednesday. The bride and groom, accompanied by Miss Blanche Neiwohner and Herman Kersenbrock, left for that city Wednesday morning and at high noon Rev. L.R. DeWolf, formerly pastor of the M.E. church in this city spoke the words that pronounced them man and wife. For the past year the bride has been employed in the Henry Ragatz grocery store and is well known. The groom has for several years been employed in the Friedhof dry goods store and by his courteous manner and friendliness has won many friends who will join the Journal in extending to this estimable couple their heartiest congratulations. Mr. and Mrs. Becker have returned from their short wedding trip, most of the time being spent in the metropolis, and are now at home to their many friends in a residence at 812 west Fourteenth street.DAWSON-GREEN--Boyd Dawson and Miss Minnie Green both of this city, were married Tuesday at the home of the bride's sister, Mrs. Richard Ramey, Rev. Rinehart of the Baptist church officiating. Mr. and Mrs. Dawson left Tuesday for Kansas city, where they will visit relatives for a short time.
DIED
OTTERPOHL--Mrs. Mary Otterpohl passed away at her home in Madison last Saturday. Heart failure was the immediate cause of her death. For the past eight months she had been an invalid, and although she was in poor health, her death came very unexpectedly. Mrs. Otterpohl, nee Miss Mary Wagner, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. John Wagner of this city, was thirty-nine years old at the time of her death, and leaves, beside her husband, four small children, the youngest a babe of eight months, to mourn the loss of a kind and loving wife and mother. The deceased is also survived by her aged parents, Mr. and Mrs. John Wagner, and one sister, Mrs. Cecil E. Ewing of Madison, and four brothers, namely, August of this city, Will, Joseph and George, who are located in the west and who were unable to attend the funeral, which was held Tuesday morning at Madison and interment was made in the Madison cemetery. Relatives who attended the funeral from here were Mr. and Mrs. August Wagner.WALDRON--Mrs. George H. Thomas and Mrs. C.S. Raney went to Schuyler Thursday, where they attended the funeral of the late Mrs. A.K. Waldron, who passed away Tuesday of last week in an Omaha hospital, death resulting from a surgical operation, which she underwent a few days previous to her death. Mrs. Waldron was quite well known, as she frequently visited friends in Columbus. Her husband died last June. Mr. Waldron will be remembered as having been in the employ of the Burlington railway company at the time of his death.
ALBRECHT--John Albrecht, who has been visiting at the farm residence of Mrs. S.C. Rhodehorst, passed away Wednesday morning after a lingering illness with pneumonia. About three months ago Mr. Albrecht returned from Spokane, Washington, where he went several years previous with his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Albrecht, who formerly lived on a farm near Duncan. Mrs. Albrecht, mother of the deceased, was at the bedside of her son when death came, she having arrived from her home in Washington two weeks ago in response to a message informing her of the serious illness of her son. No arrangements have yet been made for the funeral.
HOFEK--Albert Hofek, a promising young man who resided with his father on a farm several miles southeast of here, had a stroke of apoplexy and dropped dead while about the barn doing chores. The funeral was held Sunday and the body was laid to rest in the Schuyler cemetery. [Leigh.]
Columbus Journal, Novemer 18, 1908
MARRIED
MICEK-PROROK--At the Catholic church in Tarnov, Wednesday morning, Mr. John Micek and Miss Mary Prorok were married. The bride is a daughter of Mr. and Mrs. John Prorok, five miles west of Platte Center. There were fourteen bridesmaids and groomsmen. After the ceremony they repaired to the home of the brides parents where the wedding festivities were held. A large crowd of people were in attendance, including many from Polk, Merrick and Sherman counties, and were toninued until last evening. [Platte Center.]BURROWS-SPUEHR--At the residence of Herman Brodfuehrer, in Columbus, on Wednesday, Mr. George Burrows and Miss Lena Spuehr, both of Platte Center, were married. The groom is a son of Jas. Burrows, and is a native of Platte county. He is in partnership with his father in the cement block business, and a wide-awake energetic young man. The bride is a daughter of Mrs. Geo. Scheidel, sr., and until a few weeks ago a popular young clerk in the Smith Mercantile company's store. After a short wedding trip to Lincoln they will return here and go to house-keeping in the Burrows residence. May they reap their full share of happiness and prosperity. [Platte Center.]
MAHER-WEDDELL--James E. Maher and Miss May Weddell were married early Tuesday morning in the priest's room at St. Joseph's church, Rev. Father Liborius officiating. It was a very quiet affair, no one but relatives and a few intimate friends being present. They were attended by the groom's brother John M. and sister Miss Kittie Maher. Immediately after the ceremony they were driven by auto to Madison, where they took the train for Carrol, Neb., for a short visit with Mr. Maher's brother Dan and family. These worthy people need no introduction to the people of Platte Center, having both been residents here many years. Mr. Maher is one of our prosperous business men, having conducted a harness shop here for some time. [Platte Center.]
STAROSTKA-DUSCH--The wedding of Charles Starostka and Lizzie Dusch as forecasted in last week's Island, occurred at Duncan last Wednesday morning at the Catholic church. Festivities then occurred at the home of the bride's father, lasting until 10 p.m. Thursday night. The Kosciouski orchestra of South Omaha furnished the music for the dancing, assisted by W.J. Boruch of the Island. About 50 guests were present and everything passed off pleasantly, excepting for a mixture between Boruch's violin and the big bass fiddle, of which the small instrument got the worst of it as usual. [Silver Creek.]
WAMBAUGH-ICKES--News reached the city the last of the week announcing the marriage of Frank Wambaugh and Miss Georgia Ickes at Fremont on Thursday last. Both bride and groom are well known here, the bride being the grand daughter of Landlord Ickes of the Stillman house and the groom has piloted the engine on the Albion branch for several years. We understand they will continue to make their home in this city and we join the entire community in extending congratulations and best wishes. [Genoa.]
DIED
THOMAS--Mrs. Thomas, widow of the late W.D. Thomas, who was one of the prominent early citizens of Fremont, died November 11, at Denver, Colorado, after an illness of two weeks. Mrs. Thomas left Fremont three years ago to make her home with her son, Will, in Denver. She was sixty-seven years of age, and was born in New York state. Her family, the Toncrays, came to Dodge county in the early sixties, being among the earliest settlers. Mrs. Thomas is survived by three children, Will Thomas, Ray Thomas and Miss Lizzie Thomas. Ray Thomas, who makes his home in Fremont, hurried to Denver Wednesday night in response to a telegram which said that his mother was in a serious condition, but arrived two hours too late to see her alive.GERBER--John Jacob Gerber, living one mile south of Duncan, died Saturday, November 14, aged 71 years. Mr. Gerber was born in Canton Berne, Switzerland, and came to America in 1866, remaining in New York for a few months and coming to Platte county, Nebraska, in November the same year, and taking the homestead where he has since made his home. For the last eleven years Mr. Gerber has been in poor health and suffered several strokes of paralysis, and the last three years has been quite feeble. About three weeks ago his brother, Emanuel, was called from Chicago and remained at his bedside until his death. The deceased leaves, besides his wife, ten children, Mrs. Lucy Eggli, Mrs. H.W. Wagner, Mrs. Fred Schupbach, Mrs. Arnold Gerber, Jacob Gerber and Julius, Rose, Clara, Sam and Lillian Gerber. The funeral was held Tuesday from the home, Rev. Neumarker conducting the services, and he was laid to rest in the Duncan cemetery.
BEST--The community at large was shocked last Saturday evneing when it was learned that Ira Best had committed suicide. Mr. Best was busy husking corn all day last Saturday and when he entered the home at supper time he asked his wife what she was going to prepare for supper, adding that he would like some tomato soup. Mrs. Best then went out to attend to the evening milking and upon her return to the house saw her husband in the bedroom writing. She asked him what he was doing and he replied that he was figuring up the number of bushels of corn husked. He was in reality writing a note, the contents of which are very confusing. It was directed to "My dear wife." He told her that after he was dead she should move to town and Roosevelt would care for the children. The rest of the note was not connected and it was directed by a wandering, delirious mind. It appears that Mr. Best had a quantity of liquor on hand of which he had partaken freely. On looking into the bedroom soon after, the wife saw her husband holding a shot gun pointed toward himself. She retreated and after he had shot holes in three walls of the house he went out to the barn and Mrs. Best sent her little girl to the Nitz farm adjoining, for help. When the Nitz boys arrived at the Best farm, however, Mr. Best was nowhere around and they instituted a search at once. They discovered Mr. Best hanging in the haymow, dead. He had placed the gun on the rafters and had hanged himself with the rope used in operating a large bay fork. [Leigh.]
Columbus Journal, November 25, 1908
BIRTHS
RIORDON--The news reaches us of the arrival of a son at the home [of] Mr. and Mrs. Dan Riordon, of Beaver Crossing. This is their first son and of course they are justly proud of him. Mrs. Riordan was formerly Miss Nellie McGuane, of this place. [Platte Center.]MARRIAGE LICENSES
William N. Burton, Columbus.....32; Hazel E. Smith, Columbus.....18
George C. Siebken, Albion.....27; Lydia J. Reed, Omaha.....32
Alvin G. Lueschen, Columbus.....28; Gertrude Elias, Columbus.....19MARRIED
LUESCHEN-ELIAS--On Tuesday, at 10:30 a.m., at the home of bride's parents, Mr. and [Mrs.] C.F. Elias, their daughter, Gertrude was united in marriage to Alvin G. Lueschen. Rev. T.J. Collar, rector of the Episcopal church of Schuyler performing the ceremony. The beautiful ring service was used, and the coule were attended by the Misses May Ratterman and Elise Jaeggi as bridesmaids and the groomsmen were Fred Elias, brother of the bride, and Henry Lueschen, brother of the groom. The home was prettily decorated with carnations, chrysanthmums, roses and ferns, and the wedding march was played by Prof. Sike. After the ceremony a twelve o'clock dinner was erved. Only a few immediate friends and relatives were present, those from out of town being Mrs. O.W. Meed of Kansas City, Mo., Dr. H.J. Arnold of __ional City, Cal., Mrs. Gerber of Los Angeles, Cal., Fred Elias of Council Bluffs, Ia., the Misses Belle and Anna ___en of David City, and the Misses ___la and Mabel Morrow of Omaha. Mr. and Mrs. Lueschen expect to leave about December 1 for Los Angeles Cal., where they will make their future home.BURTON-SMITH--The marriage of Wm. Burton and Miss Hazel Smith, both of this city, was solemnized Wednesday evening at the Baptist parsonage, Rev. Reinhart officiating. The ceremony was witnessed by only a few friends of the contracting parties. The bride is the only daughter of Mr. and Mrs. E.H. Smith, and has for the past several years made her home in this city, and has until recently been teaching school in the Gruetli neighborhood. The groom has resided in this city for the past few months, and is at present employed in the signal department of the Union Pacific railroad company. Mr. and Mrs. Burton will reside in Columbus.
DIED
BECHER--After eight weeks of suffering from rheumatism and nervous trouble ending with pneumonia, John G. Becher passed away at his home last Thursday afternoon at four o'clock. Two months ago he went to his home from the office complaining that he was not feeling well, and from that time on he was unable to leave the house, and was out of his bed but a few times. With him when he died was his wife and children and his brother W.S. Becher of Omaha. The death of Mr. Becher removes a man prominent in democratic political circles, and one who has held both county and city offices, being treasurer of the county two terms and mayor of the city for the year 1903. Besides this he was deputy county treasurer under H.S. Elliott and also held other positions at the court house. For the last three years Mr. Becher has been the junior member of the firm of Elliott, Speice & Co., and since the organization of the Equitable Building and loan association has been secretary of that institution, and to his efforts are due the present condition of the association. Mr. Becher was a man who made friends and kept them, and was universally liked by all. He was a member of the Orpheus, which he assisted in organizing, an honorary member of the Bissell Hose company of the city fire department. He was also a member of the Knights of Pythias, Woodmen of the World, Sons of Herman Modern Woodmen, A.O.U.W., Modern Brotherhood of American and Royal Highlanders. John G. Becher was born in this city February 5, 1863, being the eldest son of Mr. and Mrs. F.G. Becher, both deceased. Mr. Becher's father was the first Union Pacific agent in Columbus and later served as county clerk. On November 6, 1888, he was married to Miss Susan Wake, who with eight children, survives him. The children are Frank, Charles, Marguerite, Estella, Henry, Lester, and Catherine Becher, and Mrs. Lottie Rife. A brother, W.S. Becher, and two sisters, Mrs. Anna Richards and Estella Becher, are the other surviving relatives. The funeral was held from the family home at 2 o'clock Sunday and was conducted by Rev. Roush of the Methodist church, the music being by the choir of Grace church. The City Band, of which Mr. Becher, was a former member, headed the procession to the cemetery, where the services were conducted by Rev. Roush. The large concourse of people who attended the services, both at the home and the cemetery, was a fitting testimonial of the esteem with which he was held by all.BURRUSS--Hubert Burruss, formerly editor of the Argus, and for the last three years located at Swea City, Ia., where he was publisher of the Herald, died at his home last Thursday after a lingering illness, his ailment being cancer of the stomach. Prior to his coming to Columbus he was connected with the World-Herold for a number of years. While here Mr. Burruss took an active part in religious work and a member of the Baptist church. The Lincoln Journal has the following to say regarding Mr. Burruss: The body of Hubert Burruss arrived in Lincoln from Swea City, Ia. yesterday afternoon at 3:25 over the Rock Island and was taken immediately to Wyuka for burial. Mr. Burruss was forty years old and the son-in-law of J.H. Elmore of 1720 H street of this city. At the time of his death he was editor of the Swea City Herald of Swea City, Ia. For several years Mr. Burruss was connected with the editorial department of the Omaha World-Herald.
FITZPATRICK--The remains of John Fitzpatrick, who died in Cleveland, Thursday of last week, arrived here Monday morning, and were taken to Platte Center and buried in St. Joseph's cemetery. Mr. Fritzpatrick [sic?] was one of the early settlers in Lost Creek township, living about two miles east of Oconee. He sold the place some years ago and has since made his home in Cleveland. Besides a daughter, Mrs. Sarah Briddley, he leaves two sons, James who is a Union Pacific engineer between North Platte and Sidney, and Barney, who lives at Rawlins, Wyo. All three children were here to attend the funeral.
SVITAK--Joseph, the fourteen year old son of Anton Svitak, met with a serious accident in the Union Pacific yards in David City Monday morning. Young Svitak was in some way thrown under a moving freight train and both legs cut off just below the knee. There was no witness to the accident, and it is not known just how it happened, but it is presumed he attempted to board the train while it was moving. He was taken to the hospital where he died at noon. His mother, who has been ill for some time previous with internal trouble, died the same day. Before her death, we learn that she was informed of her son's death. [Bellwood.]
HALLATZ--John Hallatz died very suddenly Tuesday morning of this week at his home near St. Anthony's church, the cause of which is thought to have been heart failure. The deceased was 84 years old and had lived in the St. Anthony neighborhood for a number of years. The funeral was held from St. Anthony's church yesterday forenoon and the remains were laid to rest in the cemetery near the church. [Humphrey.]
KIRKLAND--The Democrat is in receipt of a letter from Mrs. Wm. Dougherty of Chicago advising us of the death of her mother, Mrs. Mary Kirkland, which occurred at her home in Chicago last Thursday. The remains were shipped to Omaha where the funeral was held from St. Patricks church Monday morning of this week. The deceased was a resident of Humphrey for a number of years and she had many friends here who will be sorry to hear of her death. [Humphrey.]
Columbus Journal, December 2, 1908
MARRIAGE LICENSES
Louis Rosso, David City.....25; Anna E. Taddiken, Bellwood.....20
Bartley Brennan, Elm Creek.....25; Nellie Certlek, Elm Creek.....20MARRIED
ROSSO-TADDIKIN--Carl Rosso and Miss Taddikin of Bellwood were married in Columbus last Wednesday, Rev. Miessler performing the ceremony. The newly married couple were guests at the Wahlberg and other homes west of town until Sunday evening, when they returned to Bellwood. [Route No. 4.]
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KOSSO-TADDEKIN--Miss Anna Taddekin of Bellwood and Mr. Louis Kosso of the tableland south of Bellwood were united in marriage at Columbus. The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Herman Taddekin. [Bellwood.]DIED
WAGNER--Mrs. Catherine Wagner, passed away at her home on West Ninth street Friday morning at 8:30 o'clock. The deceased had been ill for the past few months, but not until recently had her condition been considered dangerous. Mrs. Wagner was a pioneer settler of Platte county, have [sic] been a resident of this city for the past twenty-four years. The deceased was a kind and conscientious woman, always ready to lend a helping hand in time of need to the sick and suffering. She was a devoted wife and mother, and her name will always be held in reverence by those who knew her. She was a devout Catholic. Mrs. Wagner, nee Miss Catherine Green, was born in Germany in 1835, where she lived until she grew to womanhood. She then accompanied her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Green to America. In 1855 she was united in marriage to Robert Wagner, of Chicago, later they moved to Ottaway, Illinois, where they lived until 1884, when they came to Columbus, where the family has since resided. To this union five children were born, three of whom are deceased, two died in infancy and the third Robert, jr., met an accidental death in this city several years ago while in the employ of the Union Pacific railroad company. Robert Wagner, husband of the deceased, died July 17, 1905, and since then Mrs. Wagner has made her home with her son Jacob. She is also survived by one daughter, Mrs. Anna Greisen. The funeral was held Sunday afternoon at 2:30 o'clock from the Catholic church Father Marcelinas officiating, and interment was made in the Catholic cemetery. Those who attended the funeral from out of town were, Mrs. I. Gluck of Omaha, Miss Eulalia Rickly of Council Bluffs, Mr. and Mrs. Henry Greisen, Mr. Max Bruckner and Mr. and Mrs. Chris Gruenther of Platte Center.MATZEN--Miss Sine Matzen, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. T.K. Matzen died at her home on West Fifteenth street Saturday afternoon, death resulting from a stroke of paralysis, which she suffered that day. The deceased has been in poor health for the past few months, but at no time was her condition considered dangerous as she was able to attend school until a few days prior to her death. Miss Matzen was a member of the Senior class of the Columbus High school and had she lived would, no doubt, been valedictorian of the class of '09, as she was considered one of the best pupils of the class and held the honors almost all the time during the two years that she attended High school, ranking first. About two years ago Miss Matzen moved with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. T.K. Matzen, to this city from their farm near Creston and have since resided in Columbus. Sine Elnora Matzen was born in the northern part of Platte county near Creston in 1890, being at the time of her death eighteen years of age. Beside her parents, Mr. and Mrs. T.K. Matzen, she leaves four sisters and three brothers, Mamie and Stella of Omaha, Emma of West Point, Chris and Walter of Creston, Lizzie and Dr. Niels Matzen of this city. Short services were held at the family residence Monday morning and the remains were taken to Creston, where the funeral services were held the same afternoon at 2 o'clock, Rev. Lutz officiating and interment was made in the cemetery near Creston.
FITZPATRICK--Barney Fitzpatrick, who was here to attend the funeral of his father, was a guest at the Dineen home last week, they being old neighbors years ago. Mr. Fitzpatrick left Sunday evening for his home in Laramie, Wyoming. [Route No. 4.]
PETHICK--Thomas M. Pethick, probably the oldest citizen of Silver Creek, died last Sunday morning. Mr. Pethick came to Silver Creek in 1887 and started in the drug business, and has continued it ever since. He was a good pharmacist, honest and conscientious in all his dealings, and has always held the respect of his fellowmen--the best that any man can do. He was a soldier in the civil war. He was enlisted in Co. A. 42d Illinois Inf in August 1861 and served 4 years, 3 months and 7 days, always faithful to his country and holding a record of patriotism that was his greatest pride to the day of his death. [Silver Creek.]
THOMPSON--Many old settlers remember Frank Thompson who resided here about twenty years ago. He was well known over this section as an auctioner and being fully six feet six inches in height he attracted attention wherever he went. The following account of his death which is taken from the Palouse (Wash.) Republic, will therefore be read with interest: Thursday evening of last week occurred the death of Frank Thompson, at the home of his son, William Thompson, on the south hill, of pneumonia and heart failure. Mr. Thompson was aged 79 years, 3 months and 11 days. He has been failing for the past six months and for the past five weeks was confined to his bed, death, however, coming unexpectedly. Mr. Thompson was one of the best known men in this city, where he has made his home for the last 19 years, coming to Palouse from Nebraska. "Dad," as he was familiarly known among his many friends, was a member of the Major Anderson post of the G.A.R. and for years had been the color bearer of that post.
Columbus Journal, December 9, 1908
DIED
KAUFMANN--The home of Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Kaufmann was made happy last evening by the arrival of a baby boy, but shortly after its arrival the home was visited by the angel of death, which took the little one from its home and parents.MARMOY--The remains of Mrs. Mary Marmoy, one of the early settlers of Columbus, were brought here for burial last Saturday. Mrs. Marmoy died in Logan, Ia., December 3, aged 78 years and 13 days. Funeral services were held at the Iowa home, and upon the arrival here of the body it was taken to the cemetery, Rev. Dibble of the Congregational church conducting the services at the grave. Mrs. Marmoy was born in Sheffield, Eng., November 20, 1830. In the fifties she made the trip to Utah with her husband, returning in 1862. In 1868 they went to Genoa, returning to Columbus, which she made her home until 1901. Mr. Marmoy died about twenty-five years ago, and is buried in the Columbus cemetery. Mrs. Marmoy was a sister of Charles Wake of this city.
POPELKA--Helen, the little daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Frank Popelka, died last Friday of diphtheria. The death took place at the home of Mrs. Popelka's sister at Abie. The law was defied regarding the burial as Mr. Popelka brought the body of the girl to Schuyler. The authorities discovered the matter as soon as they reached here and their home was quarantined. The burial took place Saturday afternoon. Popelka's method of bringing the corpse here was by a team from Abie to the Platte river bridge, where a hand car was used, and another carriage on this side of the river met them. It is learned that a child in the same family where Popelko's were visiting also died and was burned [sic] last Saturday. [Schuyler.]
TERNUS--The nine months old baby of Mr. and Mrs. Frank Ternus of northeast of town died on Wednesday evening of last week. The little one had been put to sleep in a bed in the afternoon some time apparently, in the best of health. At four o'clock or soon after Mrs. Ternus looked at the baby and it seemed alright. Later in the evening Mrs. Ternus thanking that the baby was sleeping rather long, went to the bed and found the little one lying face downward, dead. It is not known just what the cause of its death. Funeral services were held from St. Francis church Friday morning at nine o'clock and the remains were laid to rest in St. Francis cemetery. [Humphrey.]
Columbus Journal, December 16, 1908
BIRTHS
BERNDT--Mr. and Mrs. Gustav Berndt, of Osceola are rejoicing over the arrival of a daughter at their home December 3rd. Mrs. Berndt was formerly miss Theresa Greisen, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Henry Greisen, of Burrows township. [Platte Center.]WILL--Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Will are the proud parents of a baby boy, born on Friday. [Route No. 4.]
MARRIAGE LICENSES
George Siebler, Platte Center.....24; Anna J. Hilmer, Platte Center.....19
Theodore Janssen, Columbus.....23; Freida Theilen, Creston.....18
Peder A. Pederson, Lindsay.....27; Anna J. Christensen, Lindsay.....17
Carl L. Brandt, Monroe.....23; Anna Lammers, Columbus.....18
Ray W. Miller Shelby.....24; Anna E. Goering, Platte Center.....21
Herman Koch, Omaha.....29; Rose Costello, Spalding.....24
Joseph P. Knott, Columbus.....27; Seine M. Peterson, Linsday.....24MARRIED
SIEBLER-HILMER--George Siebler and Miss Anna Hilmer were married at the German Lutheran church in Columbus Wednesday. Geo. has been batching for a year on the Steve Gleason farm, and it is there he and his bride will make their home. All friends and acquaintances congratulate. [Platte Center.]DIED
LAY--The death of Mrs. W.K. Lay at her home north of the city which occurred last Wednesday afternoon, as a result of burns was very sad. From all appearances it is apparent that she started the fire which caused her death. Soon after one o'clock, just after her husband and daughter had left the house she went upstairs and in a few moments her sister, Miss Eliza Stevenson, who has been staying with her since her return from the asylum last September, heard screams and on going to the upstairs rooms she found Mrs. Lay on the floor enveloped in flames, all the clothing burned and burns on her body and she died in a few minutes. There was fire in some of the rooms and it is probable that after setting the fire she ran from room to room in order to fan the flames. Miss Stevenson smothered the flames as best she could with bedclothing and rugs, until help arrived, and managed to save the house from being burned. Mrs. Lay has suffered from mental troubles for the last five years, and has been receiving treatment. At times she was rational, but during her despondent moods often threatened to take her life, and a few years ago made an unsuccessful attempt with a revolver, which resulted in a severe wound. A sad coincidence was that the day of the tragedy was her forty-seventh birthday and the day before her wedding anniversary. Mrs. Lay was born at Morris, N.Y., December 9, 1861, her maiden name being Carnier Elizabeth Stevenson. On December 10, 1887, she was married to Willoughby K. Lay at Fremont, Neb., and has made this city her home for almost twenty years. Besides her husband and daughter, Adria, she leaves four brothers and one sister, F.N. Stevenson of this city; Charles Stevenson, of Sioux City; Edward Stevenson, of Beatrice; George Stevenson of New York City; Miss Eliza Stevenson of Morris, New York. The funeral was held Friday afternoon from the home and was conducted by Rev. Dibble of the Congregational church and the interment was in the Columbus cemetery.RIEMER--Frederick W. Riemer, one of the early settlers of this city, was stricken with apoplexy last Wednesday evening, and death resulted in a short time. Mr. Riemer was born in Germany November 9, 1825. When a young man he came to this country and to Columbus in the 60's. August 22, 1873, he was married to Miss Martha Gibson, who survives him, there being no children. At one time Mr. Riemer was a resident of Knox county, being the first postmaster in that county. Since coming to Columbus he followed draying for some time, and also operated a brick yard north of town near the W.T. Ernst farm. Of late years he has been a drayman, poor health for the last year compelling him to abandon that. Besides his wife, Mr. Riemer leaves two brothers, Dr. Henry Riemer of St. Joseph, Mo., who arrived Thursday evening to attend the funeral, and August Riemer of Alabama, and two sisters, who reside in the west. Funeral services were held Saturday morning at 10:30 from the home, Rev. D.I. Roush of the Methodist church conducting the services, and Lebanon Masonic lodge, of which the deceased was a member for over thirty-five years participated in the services.
BOROWIAK--Thaddeus Bonaventure Borowiak, passed away at his home on East Fourteenth street, Thursday afternoon at two o'clock, death resulting from tuberculosis. At the bedsite when the final summons came were his aged mother, Mrs. Joseph Borowiak, a sister Miss Mary, and brother Walter, and Mrs. Lillian Mienczwski of Chicago, who had been assisting in the nursing of the deceased for the past four months. He has been in ill health for the past two years, but his condition was not considered dangerous until the last four months, at which time he returned to his home in this city. Thaddeus, better known by his many Columbus friends, as Teddy, was the youngest son of Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Borowiak, his father having died twenty-one years ago, and was born on the Island about eight miles southwest of Columbus on July 14, 1886, and was at the time of his death twenty-two years and five months old. Here he lived with his parents until a babe almost two years old, when death claimed his father. Shortly after Mr. Borowiak's death Mrs. Borowiak and children came to Columbus, where they have since resided. The deceased obtained much of his education in St. Francis Academy of this city, but when he attained the age of fifteen years bid farewell to relatives and friends and went to Teutopolis, Illinois, where he entered an academy, and received instructions preparatory of becoming a Catholic priest. He followed these instructions and studies for five years and then feeling that his chosen profession was not his vocation he left Teutopolis one year ago last June and went to Chicago, where he soon found employment in the Northwestern railroad company's office, which position he held until the twenty-third of last December at which time, on account of his failing health he resigned his position. Soon after that he returned to Columbus, where he has since made his home with his mother. For a short time the change of climate seemed to benefit his health but it was not long until the dread disease became much worse. He was a patient sufferer, never complaining and although only in the prime of young manhood had accomplished much. Beside his mother he leaves one sister, Miss Mary, who for some time has been living in Chicago, but on account of the poor health of her brother abandoned her work in that city about four months ago and came to Columbus. The deceased also leaves one brother, Walter, who lives in this city. The funeral was held Monday morning at ten o'clock at St. Bonaventura church, Father Wencestus Krzycki of Omaha, assisted by Father Marcellinus conducting the services, and interment was made in the Catholic cemetery. Many of the immediate relatives, who live in and about the city were present at the last sad rites of our friend. The out of town persons who attended the funeral were: Father Wencestus Krzyski of Omaha, cousin of the deceased, Mrs. Lillian Mienczwski of Chicago, Mrs. Joe Borowiak of Omaha, Mrs. H.M. Zing of Platte Center, Stephen Marczenkoski of Omaha, Mike and Peter Emanuel of North Bend. The last two named persons were former schoolmates of the deceased.
JERDON--Just as he was entering the family carriage to return home, Samuel E. Jerdon, a young man whose home is in Polk county, was stricken wih apoplexy and died just as he reached St. Mary's hospital. He was the son of Mr. and Mrs. J.E. Jerdon, early settlers in the Clear Creek precinct, Polk county. For some time Mr. Jerdon had been in poor health but his death was quite unexpected. Mr. Jerdon was twenty-nine years of age and at one time taught school in the Kinsman district, south of the river. The funeral was held Sunday from the home and burial was in the Bellwood cemetery.
STORMS--G.W. Storms of Schuyler died at the home of his niece, Mrs. J.O. Ray, in this city, Sunday. Mr. Storms came up for a visit with his niece about a month ago and was taken sick shortly afterward, death finally resulting from heart trouble. The deceased was 57 years of age, and was a widower, his wife being buried in the Schuyler cemetery. Short funeral services were held at the home of Mr. Ray Tuesday, Rev. Roush officiating, and the body was taken to Schuyler on the afternoon train where the funeral was held, and the burial was in the Schuyler cemetery.
DEPUTY--Monday, Dec. 7, 1908, Harvey B. Deputy, a young farmer who lived west of town, died and was buried Wednesday at Osceola, the funeral cortege consisting of a long line of carriages. [Silver Creek.]
FILLIPI(?)--A sad party consisting of a mother and two sons, one a lad of twelve and the other four years of age, arrived here on Monday evening's passenger direct from Bohemia. They left their native land a little more than two weeks ago, bound for free America, where they expected to make their home and hoped to prosper as so many of their countrymen have done. There were four in the party when they left Bohemia, but a few days after the start was made the husband and father sickened and in mid ocean he died, and the following day the remains were lowered into the deep, leaving the bereaved wife and children to continue their long journey to a strange land alone. The deceased was a half brother of Anton Fillipi, who farms one of the Bazata places a few miles northeast of here, and was coming to help conduct the farm. Upon the arrival of the grief stricken party they were taken in charge by Anton Mestl who cared for them at his home until the following day when word was sent to Mr. Fillipi who came in for them. The poor wife bore up nobly under her burden of sorrow and surely strength and comfort will be given her from on high to sustain her in her grief and loneliness. It is indeed a sad welcoming to a strange land, but she has come among good-hearted, sympathetic people who will do all in their power to cheer and assist her. [Howells.]
CURRY--Mrs. Maggie Curry, wife of John Curry, died yesterday morning of cancer of the stomach. The funeral took place from the Presbyterian church Sunday afternoon at 2:30. Mrs. Curry was 57 years of age and was one of the early settlers of this county. A husband, three daughters and one son survive her. [Schuyler.]
Columbus Journal, December 23, 1908
BIRTHS
BAKER--Friends in this city received word that a bouncing baby boy had arrived at the home of S.E. Baker at David City.MARRIED
BRANDT-LAMMERS--Last Wednesday evening, at the home of the bride's parents in this city, Carl L. Brandt and Miss Anna Lammers were united in marriage, Rev. Miessler officiating. The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Herman Lammers of this city, who recently moved here from Monroe township, and the groom is a son of Henry Brandt of north of Monroe. The couple left for Falls City for a visit with friends.KENFIELD-WERTZ--On Tuesday evening December 15 at 8:30 p.m. occurred a quiet wedding at the home of Mr. and Mrs. S.S. Wertz, when their only daughter, Dorothy, was married to Marion B. Kenfield of Genoa, Neb. The ceremony being performed by Rev. J.D. Sweeney. Only a few of the relatives of the bride were present. After the ceremony a supper was served and enjoyed by all present. [Schuyler.]
MILLER-GEHRING--Married, at the home of the bride's parents, six miles northeast of Platte Center, in Grand Prairie township, on Wednesday, December 15th, by Rev. O.L. Luscher, Miss Anna E. Gehring and Mr. Ray R. Miller. None but relatives were in attendance, some eleven of the groom's people from Polk county being there. The bride is a daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Phillip Gehring. She is a native of Platte county, and a very estimable young lady. The groom is a prosperous young farmer of Polk county, near Shelby. [Platte Center.]
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CURRY--Milton J., the infant son of Mr. and Mrs. J.M. Curry, passed away Thursday afternoon. The little one had been ill only a few days when the final summons came. Sad, indeed, was the little one's death, for only a few days previous to its death, Mrs. Curry received a letter from her oldest son, saying that he would arrive home in time to spend Christmas with the home folks. Happy were the parents for it has been almost nine years since the boy visited his home and they were rejoicing in the fact that once more the family circle would be complete, but the angel of death entered this home and took from its midst the prattling baby boy, who had he lived only two days longer would of attained the age of one year. From birth the child had not been a healthy babe, but a mother's tender love and care took him through the ills of infancy until, as has been previously stated, the little one was taken suddenly ill and all that kind hands and medical aid could do did not seem to relieve the little sufferer. The funeral was held Saturday morning from the Catholic church, Father Marcellinus officiating, and interment was made in the Catholic cemetery.YOUNG--Mrs. Sarah Young, for twenty-five years a resident of this community, died at her home in Silver Creek early Tuesday morning. Mrs. Young had been ill for several months and her death was expected, though not so soon. [Silver Creek.]
McCLUNG--Mrs. Elder Forbes was called to Greeley last week by the death of her mother, Mrs. Samuel McClung, aged 76 years, 8 months, 2 weeks and 6 days. The funeral services were held at the M.E. church at 11:30 a.m. Dec. 8, to which she joined in early life. She leaves a husband and nine children to mourn her loss. Mr. McClung returned to Fullerton with his daughter and may continue to make this his home. [Fullerton.]
KEOGH--James Keogh, for 20 years a resident of Shell Creek Valley, died Tuesday evening of this week at his home south of Cornlea from the effect of a stroke of paralysis. The deceased was a native of Ireland being born in Wexford in 1821. Twenty-one years ago he came with his family to the United States, and after a year's residence in Champaign county, Illinois, he moved to this county where he has since made his home. He had his first stroke of paralysis six years ago, and since then he has been in a very feeble condition. Since then he has had two more attacks, the last one about Thanksgiving time. He is survived by a wife and four children, Mrs. Sweeney, who is teaching in the Lindsay public school, E.J. Keogh of Loretto, Boone county, and Dave and Anna at home. [Humphrey.]
Columbus Journal, December 30, 1908
BIRTHS
WADE--Born, to Mr. and Mrs. Tom Wade, Christmas morning, a daughter.MARRIAGE LICENSES
Louis A. Raney, Columbus.....25; Nelle L. Sloan, Columbus.....19
Cecil J. Talcott, Fremont.....30; Edith May Fuller, Minden.....19
Harry W. Calkins, Columbus.....22; Minnie M. Kappernick, Cheyenne.....19
Clyde E. Clark, Creston.....34; Helen A. Hendrick, Leigh.....19
Otto C. Weber, Leigh.....24; Magdalena Jenny, Leigh.....18
John H. Boesch, Lindsay.....21; Katie B. Ottis, Lindsay.....19
Martin W. Siekmann, Oregon, Mo.....23; Maude L. Greenlee, Oregon, Mo.....18MARRIED
RANEY-SLOAN--Nelle Loree Sloan, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Sloan, and Louis A. Raney, were married at the home of the bride last Wednesday evening, Rev. Samuel D. Harkness of the Presbyterian church conducting the ceremony. Only a very few close friends were present, those from out of town being the Misses Waldron and Ruth Loree and Mr. C.L. Waldron of Omaha and Mr. Sloan of Sioux City. The ceremony was at eight o'clock, after which a wedding dinner was served. Mr. Raney is a clerk in the post office, and on account of the holiday rush will not take their wedding trip until later. The announcement of the wedding was made some time ago, but the date was not mentioned.GALLEY-KINKAID--Walter W. Galley, son of J.H. Galley of this city, and Miss Jennie M. Kinkaid of Ridgeway, Mo., were married in Omaha last Saturday, Rev. L.R. DeWolf, formerly of this city, officiating. The groom was raised in this city and lived here until a few years ago, when he went to St. Joseph, Mo., where he has a responsible position with a large wholesale dry goods house. Mr. and Mrs. Galley came to Columbus Saturday evening and remained until Monday, the guests of the groom's parents. They returned to St. Joseph where they will make their future home.
DIED
BISSON--After an illness of over a year, Mrs. E.R. Bisson died Monday evening at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Wm. Newman, aged 61 years. Mrs. Bisson was born in Michigan November 23, 1847. She was married to E.R. Bisson September 25, 1867, and in 1872 they decided to try the then new west and settled on the old homestead, north of this city, where they have since made their home. Besides her husband she leaves seven children, four sons and three daughters, Levi and Sylvester Bisson of Paulina, Ia., Jesse Bisson of Tulsa, Okla, and Chalkey and Emma Bisson, Mrs. Lenora Smith and Mrs. Bertha Smith of this county. Funeral services were held Wednesday afternoon from the Methodist church in this city, at 2 o'clock, being conducted by the pastor, Rev. Roush, and the body was laid to rest in the Columbus cemetery.WHITE--Thursday's dailies contained the following regarding the birth of a baby on the Wednesday morning Burlington passenger for Lincoln out of this city: The new-born baby, dropped from a Burlington train near the station at David City, and found ten minutes later, is dead. Miss Jane White of Columbus, who came to St. Elizabeth's hospital in Lincoln a little before noon, admits that she is the mother of the child. The David City authorities wired those at Lincoln as soon as the baby was found lying near the water tank, its cries attracting the attention of boys on their way to school. The infant was altogether unclothed, and women living nearby took it into one of their homnes and lavished the tenderest care upon it. Ten minutes exposure to the cold was more than the frail little being could withstand and it died. When a sick woman got off the Burlington train at Lincoln and went to St. Elizabeth's hospital, the police at once were convinced that she was the mother. At first she refused to give her name or tell anything about herself. Later she admitted that her name was Jane White. She is 20 years old, under medium size, and is compelled to wear thick glasses by being near-sighted. It is learned that when she was a mere baby her parents died and another Columbus family adopted her. Three years ago, while attending business college in Lincoln, Miss White became involved in trouble. She went to the police matron for aid and was sent by her to the Milford home. The child born then, lived, and a home was found for it. Confronted with a similar crisis, Miss White started to Lincoln to again ask the assistance of the police matron. It was while on her way here from Columbus that the birth occurred. Immediately after getting on the train at Columbus Miss White went into the toilet room and remained there until the train reached David City. She then reappeared and told the conductor she had a severe headache.
LAMMERS--Tuesday evening, at 5 o'clock, Mrs. Herman Lammers, who resides on West Fifteenth street, sustained injuries in a runaway accident from which she died at St. Mary's hospital at 8:30 the same evening. Mrs. Lammers, who was accompanied by Mrs. Harms, had been visiting across the river, and after leaving Mrs. Harms at her home, was returning to the Lammers home on Fifteenth street. At the Grover street crossing of the Union Pacific tracks a long freight train was standing, and just as she crossed the track an engine was coming, and being unable to see it, the horse became frightened and ran. Whether Mrs. Lammers was thrown from the buggy or whether she jumped, is not known, as there were no eye witensses to the accident, but she was found lying near the tracks in an unconscious condition and taken to St. Mary's hospital. The arrival of the horse and buggy at the Lammers home gave the family warning that there had been an accident, but they did not arrive at the scene until after she had been taken to the hospital. For awhile her injuries were not considered serious, but about eight o'clock she began sinking and soon passed away.
Mrs. Lammers was 47 years of age a few days before her death. A number of years ago she came with her husband and family to the north part of Monroe township, this county, where they resided until two years ago, when they moved to this city.
Funeral services will be held Thursday at 10 o'clock from the home and at 11:30 from the German Lutheran church, Rev. Meissler having charge, and the body will be taken to Monroe for burial in the cemetery northwest of that place.RYAN--Michael Ryan, sr., died Saturday Dec. 12th at the home of his son M.J., in Greeley county, aged 80 years. Mr. Ryan was well known to many of our readers, he having lived on the Boone county line in an early day, and secured some Nance county land when it first came into the market. His sons M.J., Tim, Dan of Kearney and Mrs. O'Brien of Oregon were present for the funeral. [Fullerton.]
SCHACHER--__ry Schacher, age 13, eldest son of Mr. and Mrs. John Schacher died at his home north of Lindsay Satruday December 19th at 11 a.m. The deceased had not been robust for years but _____ the past year, complained but ___and was able to do considerable ___ the field having his own time __ being compelled to work only as __ disposed. About a month ago ___an to complain but was not dangerously ill. Saturday morning early as his mother sat by his bed he suddenly became worse and suffered excrutiating pain until death relieved him.
OLSON--Anna, wife of Nels Olson, died at her family home Monday morning, December 21, 1908, at 9 o'clock, aged 43 years, 7 months and 11 days, after an illness of several months. Last winter four children were stricken with scarlet fever and for several weeks the home was under quarantine. The watchful care of Mrs. Olson over her little ones during their sickness overtaxed her strength and her health commenced to fail. She went to the Columbus hospital for treatment but obtained only temporary relief. Two months ago it was realized that her condition was serious and the announcement of her death was not unexpected by the friends of the family. Funeral services were held at the home Tuesday afternoon, the Rev. Wimberly conducting the service. Interment was in the Genoa cemetery. Mrs. Olson leaves, besides her husband, nine children, the youngest two years old and the oldest about 18.
DYCHE--J.S. Dyche, of Clarks who has been living with a broken neck for three months, died last week. Mr. Dyche was working on a haystack when he was struck by a fork of the stacker and knocked off. His neck was broken and his spinal column injured which caused him to be a helpless invalid ever since. [Schuyler.]