Columbus Journal, April 7, 1909
BIRTHS
BISSON--Born, on March 31, to Mr. and Mrs. C.J. Bisson, a son. [Route No. 3.]DIED
LEHMAN--Tuesday George Lehman received a message from Des Moines, Iowa, telling him of the death of his brother Henry, which occurred the evening before, and he left at once to attend the funeral. Mr. Lehman's brother has been in this city on numerous occasions, and enjoyed quite an acquaintance here. He was a prominent member of the Eagles, and has filled several important offices in the order. The funeral was held Wednesday at Des Moines.BEATTY--Mrs. Beatty, an old resident of this county, died Thursday at the home of Mrs. Jennie Woods, in Omaha. The funeral was held in this city last Saturday. [Stromsburg.]
HONESS--Word was received here by relatives that James Honess was dead. Mr. Honess was an old settler in Polk county, having come here in the early 70's and moved to Idaho a few years ago. He was loved and honored by all who knew him. His many friends here will be grieved to hear of his death and sympathize with the friends in their sorrow. [Stromsburg.]
NELSON--Mrs. J.C. Nelson died last Wednesday at the age of 73 years. She leaves three sons and two daughters, Mrs. John Swanson and Mrs. Martin Olson to mourn the loss of a loving mother. [Walker Township.]
The Columbus Telegram, April 9, 1909
DIED
PERDA--Following an illness of ten days with the grippe Mrs. Agatha Perda, residing on west Thirteenth street, died Tuesday evening. At intervals Mrs. Perda had resided in Columbus during the past twenty-five years. She came here direct from her native home in Austria. She was seventy years old. Three children survive her. They are Stanley J. Perda, who lives at home; John Perda, of Radom, Illinois; Mrs. Peter Bronislova of Thorpe, Wisconsin. Her husband died at Valley nineteen years ago. The funeral of Mrs. Perda was held at the Catholic church yesterday afternoon.
The Columbus Tribune, April 14, 1909
DIED
MOSCHENROSE--Joseph Moschenrose died at the hospital last Saturday morning, death being due to old age. Mr. Moschenrose was born in Germany, January 28th, 1833, and came to this country in 1882. Mr. Moschenrose leaves a wife and five children to mourn his death. All were present at the funeral, which was held Monday, interment being made in the Catholic cemetery.McNEIL--Louis McNeil, aged 33, was found dead Monday morning, March 29, at the home of his mother in the south part of Utica by a sister who tried to call him for breakfast. He had been dead several hours. A doctor attended him Sunday night, but did not think anything serious was troubling him. Two doctors were called who stated he died of heart disease. Mr. McNeil served in the First Nebraska. [Bellwood.]
WELLER--The sad news reached Bellwood on Tuesday of this week of the sudden death of Mrs. Gene Weller, formerly of Bellwood, but now of Lichfield, Nebraska, with pneumonia. Mrs. Randall, Ed. Parsley, mother and brother of deceased, left next morning to attend the funeral. [Bellwood.]
ROBINSON--Alex Robinson died at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Engelbart, at 7:15 p.m., on Saturday, April 3rd, aged 73 years. Cause of death cerebral apoplexy. He had been ailing since last fall, and was living alone in the dwelling part of his store building. Several months ago he was taken to the home of Mr. and Mrs. Engelbart and cared for. He was unmarried, and had no near relatives living. Funeral services were held in the Presbyterian church and interment made in the Creston cemetery. E.T. Graham, John Goetz, H.O. Studley, F.F. Clark, Wm. Lemmermann and A.J. Zeller were pallbearers. [Creston.]
LUNDBERG--Another of the old homesteaders of Polk county has just passed away at his home in Idaho Falls, Idaho. Mr. John Lundberg, who first saw the light in Sweden about sixty-four years ago. He homesteaded near Osceola in the year 1873 and made a nice home for himself and family, but finally moved west and settled in Idaho. Mr. Lundberg in early life became a member of the Swedish Baptist church and was one of its faithful workers. He leaves a wife, six sons and a daughter, who were all present at the Idaho home when the husband and father passed to the great behond. [Polk county.]
BROWN--Miss Mabel Brown came out here to Platte precinct from her St. Louis home in the hope that our climate would be a benefit to her health, but she did not find it so, for she died at the home of her friend, Mrs. Rinkell, in Platte precinct. Her body was taken back to St. Louis for interment. She would have been twenty-two years old in two months. [Polk county.]
BETTERTON--Last Sunday morning Charles Betterton was called to his eternal rest after an illness of about ten weeks. Mr. Betterton was a well-known traveling salesman, having been on the road for fifteen years, and was held in high esteem by his fellow travelling men and business associates. He was a man of high ideals, of business integrity and will be greatly missed by all who knew him. Charles William Betterton was born in New Albany, Indiana, August 6th, 1854, and was married to Harriet Braumbaugh in 1887. He was a resident of Nebraska for nine years, and leaves, besides his faithful wife, four sons, Ben, Jesse, Ira and Mac, all of whom were at his bedside. Mr. Betterton embraced the Catholic faith a short time before he died, and the funeral services were conducted at the Catholic church Tuesday morning at 10 o'clock, interment being made in the Catholic cemetery.
COCKSON--Mrs. L.A. Cockson died at her home on west Sixteenth street this morning at 5:30 a.m. The funeral will be held from the Catholic church Friday morning at 10:30.
Columbus Journal, April 14, 1909
MARRIED
JUDY-MARLAR--Announcements have been received by Columbus friends of Mr. and Mrs. M.O. Marlar announcing the marriage of their daughter, Miss Carrie, to Mr. Charles F. Judy of Miller, Neb. The wedding took place March 30. Mr. and Mrs. Judy will be at home to their friends after April 21st at Miller. Miss Marlar will be remembered by many of our readers, as she lived in this city several years ago._INNEY-WOOSTER--Miss Sophia Wooster and Mr. D.D. _inney were united in marriage at the home of the Rev. Harry Leeds of the ___path Presbyterian church, Portland, Oregon, on the evening of March 31st at ____m., in the presence of the immediate family. Miss Wooster is a daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Charles Wooster of Silver Creek, Nebraska, but she has been a resident of Portland for some time. [Silver Creek.]
DIED
COCKSON--Mrs. L.A. Cockson, residing on West Sixteenth street, died Wednesday morning, from heart disease. Mrs. Cockson was a former resident on the island south of the Platte, and moved to Columbus a short time ago. About nine years ago her husband died in England, while there on a visit. Funeral services will be held Friday morning at the Catholic church.MOSCHENROSS--As a result of a complication of diseases, due to old age, Joseph Moschenross died at his home in southeast Columbus last Saturday morning, aged 76 years. Mr. Moschenross was a native of Alsace, Germany, and was born January 30, 1833. There he was married and four of his children were born, when he decided to emigrate to America, coming direct to Columbus, in 1882, and moving into the house he lived up to the time of death. His wife died March 30, 1897. He leaves four sons, Carl and Victor of Alberta, Canada, Joseph and Anton of this city, and Mrs. Hackleman of Seattle, Wash., who were here to attend the funeral. The funeral services were held Monday morning at 10 o'clock from the Catholic church and burial was in the Catholic cemetery.
LUESCHEN--Ernest, little son of Mr. and Mrs. Henry Lueschen, jr., who reside on a farm nine miles north of this city, passed away at 9:30 Friday evening. The little one had been a sufferer for the past two years. Ernest was born in 1907, and was at the time of his death two years, eight months and eleven days of age. The funeral was held Monday afternoon from the Loseke church, Rev. Dinneger officiating and the little one was laid to rest in the cemetery near the church.
BETTERTON--Charles W. Betterton, one of the best known traveling men making his headquarters in this city, died Sunday morning, after an extended illness from Bright's disease. Mr. Betterton was born in New Albany, Ind., August 6, 1854. There he grew to manhood and later moved to Logansport, Ind., where he entered the service of the Pennsylvania railroad company, first as brakeman and later as conductor. He quit the service of the road in 1877, when he was married to Miss Hattie Braumbaugh, and moved on a farm near Koup, Ind., where they lived until about twenty years ago, when Mr. Betterton went on the road for a machine firm, which line he continued until his death. For a number of years he has been assigned to this territory, and prior to his coming to Columbus six years ago his headquarters were at Humphrey and Grand Island. He was compelled to give up traveling a year ago and for the last two months has been confined to the house. The deceased was a member of the Modern Woodmen, U.T.C. and Forresters. His wife and four sons, Ben, Ira and Mac of this city, and Jesse O., who is attending the school of Mines at Rapid City, S.D., survive him. Funeral services were held Tuesday morning at the Catholic church, Father Marcellinus officiating, and burial was in the Catholic cemetery.
LEWIS--Dr. I.H. Lewis died at the family residence in David City late Saturday evening, at the age of eighty-one years. Doctor Lewis was one of the first settlers in David City, having located here in the early seventies and practiced his profession until about ten years ago he retired on account of feeble health. He leaves a widow and a host of friends. [Bellwood.]
McNEIL--Louis McNeil, aged 33, was found dead Monday morning, March 29, at the home of his mother in the south part of Utica, by a sister who tried to call him for breakfast. He had been dead several hours. A doctor attended him Sunday night but did not think anything serious was troubling him. Two doctors were called who stated he died of heart trouble. Mr. McNeil served in the First ... [Bellwood.]
The Columbus Telegrarm, April 16, 1909
DIED
MOSCHENROSS--Joseph Moschenross, for twenty-seven years a resident of Columbus, died last Saturday morning at St. Mary's hospital. Dissolution followed an illness of several weeks from ailments peculiar to old age. The funeral was held at the Catholic church Monday forenoon. Mr. Moschenross was seventy-six years old. He was born January 30, 1833, in Germany. For seventeen years he served in the German war, his duties taking him into South Africa for a long period. Retiring from the army he came direct to Columbus. Mr. Moschenross was a wheelwright by trade, although he never worked at his trade in this country. He lived a quiet, devout life, and was highly respected by those who knew him well. His wife died two years ago. He is survived by four sons and one daughter. The children are Joseph and Anthony Moschenross, of this vicinity; Carl and Victor Moschenross, residing in Canada; Mrs. Delia Hackelman, of Seattle Washington. All the children [were present] at the funeral.BETTERTON--Charles William Betterton, a well known traveing man of Columbus, died at 2:05 o'clock last Sunday morning at his home on west Thirteenth street. He was troubled with acute Bright's disease. He suffered the first pronounced attack last Thanksgivig day, and for the past two months had been bed-ridden. Mr. Betterton had resided in this city for six years, coming here from a brief residence in Humphrey, and previously from Grand Island. He traveled for a threshing machine company, with which he had been employed for fifteen years. His early work for the company was performed in the east and northwest. Mr. Betterton was born August 6, 1854, at New Albany, Indiana. At that point he grew to manhood, and received a good academic education. His first work was done at Logansport, Indiana, as brakeman and conductor on the Pennsylvania railroad. Later he engaged in farming for fifteen years. In 1877, at Kouts, Indiana, Mr. Betterton was married to Miss Hattie Brumbaugh. His wife and four sons survive him. The sons are Ben, Ira and Mac, of Columbus, and Jesse O., a student in the school of mines at Rapid City, South Dakota. Mr. Betterton was a large man of physique and heart. Although not a churchman he had abiding faith in the teachings of christianity, and in his dying hour received the baptismal rites and the blessings of the Roman Catholic church. The funeral of Mr. Betterton was held at St. Bonaventure church Tuesday morning, with interment in the parish cemetery. The bier was borne to the grave by members of the Columbus council, United Commercial Travelers, and Columbus camp, Modern Woodmen of America, with which the decased brother had been affiliated.
The Columbus Tribune, April 21, 1909
DIED
COCKSON--The death of Mrs. Lucy Cockson occurred last Wednesday at her home on west Sixteenth street, at the age of seventy-two years. For some time she had been a sufferer from stomach trouble and asthma, but the immediate cause of her death, which occurred very suddenly, was an attack of heart failure. Mrs. Cockson was born March 8, 1837, in England, where her husband was buried, he having passed away about twelve years ago. For the past four years her home was in Polk county, just across the river from Columbus, but within the past year she has been a resident of Columbus. She is survived by a daughter, Miss Jennie Cockson, who lived with her, and four sons, Charles, Fred, Harold and Thomas, who reside in the old neighborhood in Polk county. The funeral services were conducted at the Catholic church last Friday morning.THOMAS--Mrs. Martha Thomas died at the home of her son, W.H. Thomas, seven miles southwest of this city, last Saturday, April 17th, 1909. Mrs. Thomas was born June 11, 1936. Mrs. Thomas has been a resident of Polk county since 1871. She leaves five sons and one daughter to mourn the loss of a loving mother. They are Mrs. E. Mossey and Alexander Thomas, of South Bend, Indiana; Fred J. Thomas, of Cedar Rapids, Nebraska; Robert M. Thomas, of Freedom, Nebraska, and Frank H. and W.H., of Polk county, all of whom were present at the funeral, which was held at the farm home of W.H. Thomas at 1 o'clock Tuesday afternoon.
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The funeral services of Mrs. William H. Thomas was held yesterday at her home, six miles southwest of the city. Rev. William L. Dibble preached a short sermon and Miss Maud Weeks rendered two solos. The attendance was large, while a large procession followed the remains to their final resting place. Martha J. Borden was born in Bordentown, New Jersey, June 1, 1836. She was married to William H. Thomas July 4, 1852. To this union there were born eight children, two dying in infancy, the six living were at the funeral. The deceased came to Nebraska in 1871, which has been her home since. She has been an invalid for six years.EGGLIE--Edward Egglie, son of Paul Egglie, died last Sunday at their farm, four miles northeast of this city. Edward was born July 7, 1907. The funeral was held Tuesday from the house at two o'clock and from the German Reformed church at 2:30 o'clock, interment being made in the Columbus cemetery.
STROMBERG--Mrs. August Stromberg, after several days' sickness with pneumonia, passed away at her home east of Genoa in Platte county, last Saturday night about 10 o'clock. Funeral services were held at the Quaker church Tuesday afternoon. Mrs. Stromberg was a member of the Genoa lodge of Royal Neighbors, having joined the order soon after the local lodge was instituted, and taking out a beneficiary certificate for $1,000 payable to her husband. Recently Mr. Stromberg had neglected to pay the monthly assessments on his wife's policy, and he supposed that her name had been dropped from the roll of membership until after her death, when Mrs. E.M. Vaught and Mrs. J.F. Parker, who were present when the end came, informed the husband that they had kept up the monthly assessments on his wife's policy, and that he would receive the insurance money. Mrs. Stromberg leaves seven children, the oldest a boy of fourteen and the youngest a baby five weeks old. [Genoa.]
KLINE--A telegram reached Mr. and Mrs. C. Meister Wednesday morning announcing the death of Mrs. John Kline, of Woodford county, Illiois, aged about thirty years. She leaves a husband and five children. Mr. and Mrs. Meister and Mrs. Supanchick left the same day by way of Columbus to be present at the funeral. [Bellwood.]
Columbus Journal, April 21, 1909
MARRIAGE LICENSES
George Z. Woods, Rogers.....22; Hulda Lucke, Columbus.....19
Carl W. Reed, St. Edward.....23; Ellen E. Soderberg, St. Edward.....17
Carl F. Linderholm, Newman Grove, 36; Nellie C. Olson, Newman Grove, 25
Christ Buss, Columbus.....28; Martha M. Kummer, Columbus.....21
Frank Buggi, Columbus.....27; Mary M. Stachura, Columbus.....20DIED
COCKSON--Mrs. Lucy Cockson, widow of Charles Thomas Cockson, passed away at her home on West 16th street, Wednesday morning, April 14, at five o'clock, death resulting from a complication of diseases. Mrs. Cockson, nee Miss Lucy Anne Eaton, was born in England, March 8, 1837, and was at the time of her death but a few days past seventy-two years of age. In 1864 she was married to Charles Cockson, now deceased. To this union seven children were born, two of whom died in infancy and were buried in New York. Those surviving are Charles, Fred, Thomas and Harold, all of whom live on farms near Columbus, and one daughter, Miss Jennie, with whom the deceased was living at the time of her death. Mrs. Cockson resided in England until 1870, when accompanied by her husband and family she came to America, settling in New York, where they lived for two years, when they came to Polk county and located on a farm seven miles from this city, and where the deceased had made her home until last January, when she decided to leave her country home and come to this city to spend her declining years. Her husband, Charles Cockson, passed away in 1900. At the time of his death he was visiting the scenes of his childhood days in England, when he was taken ill with pneumonia, and four days later passed away. He was laid to rest in a cemetery in London, and since his death Mrs. Cockson has lived with her children.THOMAS--After an illness of six years, Mrs. Martha Thomas died at her home in Island precinct, Polk county, on Saturday, April 17. Mrs. Thomas was born in Bordentown, N.J., June 11, 1836. She, with husband and family, were among the early settlers of Island precinct, locating there in 1871, and residing there until her death. Her husband died about twenty-five years ago, since which time she has made her home with two sons, Frank and W.H. Thomas. Four days before her death she was taken suddenly ill and never rallied. Mrs. Thomas leaves six children, Mrs. E.M. Mossey and Andy Thomas of South Bend, Indiana; Fred J. Thomas of Cedar Rapids, Nebraska; W.H. and Frank Thomas of Polk county, and Robert Thomas of Freedom, Nebraska, all of whom were present at the funeral, which was held from the W.H. Thomas farm residence Tuesday afternoon at one o'clock, Rev. Dibble, pastor of the Congregational church conducting the services. She was laid to rest in the Columbus cemetery.
EGGLIE--Edward Egglie, infant son of Mr. and Mrs. Paul Egglie, died Sunday afternoon of brain fever, at their home northeast of the city. The little one was born July 6, 1907. The funeral was held Tuesday at 2 p.m. from the home and 2:30 from the German Reformed church, Rev. Neumarker conducting the services.
DUGAN--While attempting to cross the track ahead of an extra freight, Saturday, Mrs. Elizabeth Dugan of this city, met her death in a shocking manner, the accident occuring at the Union Pacific crossing on State street north of the square. The body of the aged lady was hurled into the ditch at the side of the track and when picked up life was found to be extinct. The base of the skull was found to have been fractured by the impact, aside which few marks were to be seen. [Osceola.]
STROMSBERG--Mrs. Stromsberg, residing on the Magnusson farm, west of town, died last Saturday evening, death being due to a complication of diseases. Amma Alida Carlson was born in Sweden, May 3, 1876. There she grew to womanhood and was married to Mr. Stromsberg. They came to America in 1892 and lived on a farm near Genoa, moving to the present place a year ago. She was a member of The Royal Neighbors. Seven children, besides her husband, are left to mourn her loss. Funeral services were held Tuesday afternoon from the house and the Friends church, and she was laid to rest in the Friends cemetery. Mr. and Mrs. Wahl and Mrs. Wahl of Iowa, and Mr. and Mrs. Nelson and Miss Johnson of Lincoln were those from a distance who were here to attend the funeral. [Monroe.]
The Columbus Telegram, April 23, 1909
DIED
THOMAS--A stroke of paralysis, suffered some six years ago, is given as the cause of the death of Mrs. Martha Thomas, who died at the home of her son, W.H. Thomas, seven miles southwest of Columbus, last Saturday. She was born at Bordentown, New Jersey, June 11, 1836, and died April 17, 1909, aged seventy-two years, ten months and six days. Mrs. Bordentown [sic] settled in Polk county in 1871. Five sons and a daughter mourn her departure, Alex Thomas and Mrs. E. Mossey, of South Bend, Indiana; Fred J. Thomas, of Cedar Rapids; W.H. and Frank M. Thomas, of Polk county; Robert M. Thomas, of Freedom. Funeral services were held Tuesday at the Thomas home. Rev. William L. Dibble preached a short sermon and Miss Maud Weeks rendered two solos. The attendance was large, and a long procession followed the body to its final resting place.
The Columbus Tribune, April 28, 1909
DIED
NELSON--Miss Anna Pearson was born May, the 8th, 1851. In 1870 she was married to Mr. Nelson, and unto this union were born eleven children, ten of whom are living. Mr. and Mrs. Nelson came to America in 1889. Mrs. Nelson has been living with her daughter, Mrs. Hardy, at which place she died April 23rd. The funeral was held from the house last Sunday afternoon.WAGNER--Mrs. Emma Wagner, whose home is in this city, died last Friday morning at St. Joseph's hospital in Omaha, after an attack of acute asthma. Mrs. Wagner was the widow of Robert Wagner, who was killed in the U.P. yards here a few years ago. Besides a mother, brothers and sisters, Mrs. Wagner leaves a seventeen-year-old son to mourn her death. Mrs. Wagner was a daughter of Mrs. Katherine Gregorious. The surviving relatives are: Mrs. Geo. Loshbaugh, Mrs. Clyde Scott, Mrs. Roy Pierce, Will and Fred Gregorious and their mother, Mrs. Gregorious, all of whom attended the funeral, which was held at the Catholic church Sunday afternoon at 2 o'clock, interment being in the Catholic cemetery.
RAGATZ--This afternoon at two o'clock the funeral services of little Dorothy Lourine Ragatz, aged seven months, and the cherished babe of Mr. and Mrs. Henry N. Ragatz, Jr., were conducted at the family residence on Sixteenth and Platte streets. The bereaved parents had scarcely any warning that the death angel was hovering over their little one, for Dorothy had not been thought seriously ill, and although from the beginning she was in the physician's care, on account of having a cold, which finally devleoped into pneumonia, it was really a precaution at the first, rather than that she was considered in a serious condition. She seemed much better when she fell asleep on Monday evening and rested nicely until about one o'clock, when, on her awakening, her condition was such that the loved ones became alarmed and summoned the physician. However, she grew worse rapidly and at two o'clock yesterday morning the little life had gone out, and the hearts to whom it was priceless were left desolate.
SCUDDER--The remains of Mrs. Gertrude Scudder, formerly Miss Engelke, of Shelby, passed through Columbus last week for Central City, where the remains were carried for burial. The husband, Mr. Chas. Scudder, is well known to the younger element in Columbus. It is a peculiarly sad death, as they had been married only about two months. Both were studying music in Chicago and this summer expected to engage in musical work together. Mrs. Scudder had been suffering from the grippe which later terminated in peritonitis, death taking place in a hospital where _____.
CROWE--The infant son of R.L. Crowe, aged three days, died last Monday evening at their home in west Columbus, burial taking place this morning.
GERHOLD--Mary Gerhold, daughter of Wm. Gerhold, of this city, died in Council Bluffs last Thursday, April 22nd, of peritonitis. She was born July 25th, 1883. The remains were brought to this city for burial, interment being in the Columbus cemetery.
SNYDER--Mrs. Benj. Person received a message from Talmage, Kansas, Monday morning informing her of the death of her niece, Lois, aged seven, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Snyder, who at one time resided on a farm in Prairie Creek, but left Nance county seven years ago. Mr. and Mrs. Person departed for Talmage the same day the death message was received to be present at the funeral. [Genoa.]
AUSTEN--Ill health and a loss of hogs made Alfred Austen, a young farmer at Cedar Bluffs, commit suicide this week by putting two bullets through his brain. He leaves a wife and two children. [Bellwood.]
??--Mrs. M.J. Ramaekers and her father, Jos. Heiman, went to Fort Madison, Iowa, to attend the funeral of the former's aunt, Saturday. [Lindsay.]
SPECHT--Word was received here the last of the week that John Specht, a former resident of Platte county, died Thursday morning of Bright's disease at the hospital in Prairie du Chien, Wisconsin, where he has been confined for some time. Mr. Specht's home was at Marathon, Wisconsin, where his wife (formerly Miss Katie Kruse, of this place), and two children, a son and daughter, survive him. The funeral was held Monday at his boyhood home at Marshville, Wisconsin. Mr. Specht was well known in Platte county having been in the saloon business at Platte Center and Cornlea for several years. Mrs. Specht has the sympathy of her many old friends here in her sad bereavement. [Humphrey.]
MILLER--Mrs. Mary Miller died at the home of her son, Wm. Miller, of this city, this morning at two o'clock. Mrs. Miller was born in Canton Berne, Switzerland, April 17th, 1842. She came to America in 1867 and was married to John Miller in 1868, settling on a homestead west of this city near the Loup river bridge. Mr. John Miller passed to the greater beyond some fifteen years ago. Two years after her husband died she moved to town and has made her home with her son, William. She leaves two sons to mourn her death. Wm. M. Miller and John C. Miller, both of this city. The funeral will be held from the house Friday.
??--Tom Johnson received a telegram Sunday morning stating this his sister had died that morning in Ohio, Illinois. Mr. Johnson left on the noon train for her home to attend the funeral. [District 44 and Vicinity.]
Columbus Journal, April 28, 1909
BIRTHS
Born, on Sunday, April 25, to Mr. and Mrs. Ed Asche, a son. [Route No. 3.]MARRIAGE ANNOUNCEMENTS
BALLWIG-KERSCH--The coming marriage of Miss Eva Kersch and Aug. Ballwig was announced at St. Francis church Sunday and the ceremony will take place early in May. [Humphrey.]MARRIAGE LICENSES
Stanislaus Kociemba, Duncan.....54; Mary Iwan, Duncan.....51
Chas. P. Schaecher, Lindsay.....23; Josephine M. Albrecty, St. Bernard.....24MARRIAGE INVITATIONS
GROTELEUSCHEN-DIERKS--Invitations have been issued for the wedding of Miss Minnie Dierks to Otto Groteleuschen on Tuesday, May 4, at the Loseke Creek church. [Route No. 3.]MARRIED
BECHER-MIENKE--Dietrich Becher, jr., son of Hon. and Mrs. D.A. Becher, of this route, was united in marriage last Wednesday afternoon to Miss Anna Mienke at the bride's home near North Platte. The wedding was attended by his brother and sister, Herman and Miss Anna Becher, and the bride's brother, who is teacher at the German Lutheran church in the Oldenbush neighborhood. Mr. Becher and his bride will reside on the farm vacated this spring by Will Behlen. Miss Mienke formerly resided at Seward, but in recent years her home has been near North Platte, where her people are extensive land owners. [Route No. 3.]BUGGI-STACHURA--Frank Buggi of Route 4 and Miss Mary Stachura of Route 5 were married at the Catholic church in Columbus last Wednesday. The reception was held at the home of the bride and on Monday evening they came to their home on the farm southeast of Oconee, and the boys of the neighborhood turned out and gave them an old fashioned serenade. [Route No. 4.]
DIED
NELSON--Mrs. Anna Nelson, widow of Nels Nelson, sr., passed away at her home in South Columbus, Friday evening at seven o'clock, paralysis being the cause of her sudden death. Mrs. Nelson was seemingly enjoying good health until a few hours before her death she was taken ill, and this illness lasted only three hours when the final summons came. Gathered about her at this time was a number of her children who had een called to their mother's home. The deceased was a kind and loving wife and mother, always ready to lend a helping hand in sickness and sorrow. Her life should serve as an inspiration, the memory of which should shine out as a beacon light to show that the traits that go with the making of a good character are recognized for their true worth. Mr. and Mrs. Nelson were married in 1871, and at that time were residents of Sweden. In 1889 they came to America settling in Leigh, Nebraska, where in 1896 Mr. Nelson passed away. Shortly after her husband's death Mrs. Nelson came to Columbus, where she has since resided. She was the mother of eleven children, one of whom died in infancy. Those who mourn the loss of a kind and loving mother are Anton Nelson of Newman Grove, Mrs. Jake Kibler of Leigh, Miss Inez Nelson and Mrs. Henry Knudson of Newman Grove, Mrs. George Grubb, Mrs. C.C. Hardy, Axel J. Nelson, Joel W. Nelson, Nels, jr., and Alva Nelson of this city, all of whom were present at the funeral, which was held from the family residence Sunday afternoon at three o'clock, Rev. Dibble, pastor of the Congregational church officiating. Relatives and friends who attended the funeral were John Nelson of Leigh, P.L. Lund of Howells, Charles Ruth of Albion and Henry Knudson of Newman Grove.WAGNER--Mrs. Katherine Gregorius received a message from Omaha Friday morning stating that her daughter, Mrs. Robert A. Wagner had suddenly passed away, death resulting from heart failure. For several years the deceased had not enjoyed good health, but it was only of late her illness was considered dangerous. About six weeks ago Mrs. Wagner was brought to this city, with the hopes that the change might benefit her health, but she remained here only a few days when she again returned to Omaha, entered a hospital and there she remained until death relieved her of her sufferings. Mrs. Wagner, nee Miss Emma Gregorius of this city, was born in 1873, and was at the time of her death thirty-six years, seven months and eleven days old. Mrs. Wagner, was the widow of the late Robert A. Wagner, who died eight years ago. For the past four years the deceased has made her home in Omaha with her only son, Leonard, who is a young man of seventeen years of age. Mrs. Wagner was well known in Columbus as she spent most of her life in this city; and her many friends will be grieved to learn of her death. Besides an aged mother and one son, Mrs. Wagner leaves two brothers, F.R. and Wm. J. Gregorius, and three sisters, Mrs. George Loshbaugh, Mrs. Roy E. Pierce, and Mrs. C.A. Scott, all of whom reside in Columbus. The remains were brought to this city Saturday morning and the funeral services were held Sunday afternoon from the Catholic church, Father Marcellinus officiating and interment was made in the Catholic cemetery.
CROWE--The infant son of Mr. and Mrs. R.L. Crowe, residing on West Sixteenth street, died Tuesday after a short illness. Funeral services were held at the home Wednesday morning at 10 o'clock, Rev. Harkness officiating.
GERHOLD--Miss Mary Gerhold, oldest daughter of Mrs. Wm. Gerhold, who resides on a farm twelve miles southwest of Columbus, passed away in a Council Bluffs hospital Thursday, April 22, death resulting from peritonitis. The deceased had been ill only a short time and the news of her death came as a surprise to her friends. Miss Gerhold was born July 25, 1883, and was twenty-five years, six months and twenty-seven days old. Miss Gerhold formerly lived in this city and during her residence here was employed by the Condon & Walker company who were then engaged in business. After leaving the employ of this firm she went to Lindsay, where she was employed in a store then owned by Albert Rasmussen. Miss Gerhold was a member of the Catholic church and also a member of the Young Ladies Sodality of that church. The remains were brought to this city Friday, and on Saturday morning funeral services were held at the Catholic church and interment was made in the Columbus cemetery.
MILLER--Mrs. Mary Miller, one of the early settlers of Platte county, died Wednesday morning at the home of her son, William Miller, on West Seventeenth street, after a lingering illness. Mrs. Miller was born in Canton Berne, Switzerland, April 17, 1842, and came to America and Platte county in 1867. In 1868 she was married to John Miller and they resided on the homestead, near the Union Pacific railroad bridge, until thirteen years ago she came to this city and resided with her son William until her death. Her husband died fifteen years ago, two years prior to her moving to the city. Mrs. Miller leaves two sons, William M. and John C. of this city, and one sister, Mrs. Jacob Guter also of Columbus. Funeral services will be held Friday, and the hour and place will be announced later.
McCUNE--___ McCune of Oakland, precinct, was the victim of a most distressing fatal accident last Tuesday. He was hitching his team to the disc to go into the field, when they became unmanageable and knocked him down and run over him with the disc, cutting him badly. He was unable to withstand the shock and the cuts, and died about midnight Wednesday night. He leaves a wife and two grown sons. [Albion.]
SPRECHT--Word was received here the last of the week that John Sprecht, a former resident of Platte county, died Thursday morning of Bright's disease at the hospital in Prairie du Chien, Wisconsin, where he has been confined for some time. Mr. Sprecht's home was at Marathon, Wisconsin, where his wife (formerly Miss Katie Kruse of this place) and two children, a son and daughter, survive him. The funeral was held Monday at his boyhood home at Marshville, Wis. Mr. Sprecht was well known in Platte county having been in the saloon business at Platte Center and Cornlea for several years. Mrs. Sprecht has the sympathy of her many old friends in her sad bereavement. [Humphrey.]
VORHEES--Word was received by St. Edward relatives of Captain Alexander Vorhees, of his death Friday, April 16, 1909, at the Soldiers Home at Chicago. Captain Vorhees was well known to many Advance readers as he resided here for a number of years, many of his old company having lived here at some time. Captain Vorhees organized Co. K 21st. Iowa Volunteers in Hopkinton, Iowa, the company being composed almost exclusively of home boys. Messrs. J.H. McCutchen and Henry Guiles, are former members of the company still living here. Chas. Vorhees, a son who now resides in Albion, was also a member of his father's company. [St. Edward.]
The Columbus Telegram, April 30, 1909
DIED
MILLER--Mrs. Mary Miller, for forty-two years a resident of Platte county, died early Wednesday morning at the home of her son, William, on west Seventeenth street. For the past year or two she had been afflicted with a type of blood poisoning, but the immediate cause of her death was hemorrhage of the lungs. Mrs. Miller was a native of Canton Berne, Switzerland, where she was born April 17, 1842. She came to America and Platte county in 1867. The year following she became the wife of John Miller, and for many years they resided on a homestead one mile west of Columbus. Mr. Miller died fifteen years ago. Since then Mrs. Miller had been living with her sons, William and John C., who are the only surviving members of the family. The funeral of Mrs. Miller wll be held at the home of William Miller this afternoon at two o'clock.GERHOLD--The funeral of Miss Mary Gerhold, who died in a Council Bluffs hospital last week, was held Saturday at the Catholic church in Columbus. Miss Gerhold was a daughter of Wm. Gerhold, residing in Polk county, fifteen miles south of Columbus, and was well known in this city. Last fall she was quite seriously injured by falling down a stairway and she had since been in poor health. Her fatal illness was peritonitis. She was twenty-five years old.
GALLIGAN--A telegram announcing the death of Miss Sarah Galligan was received by relatives Monday evening. She, with her mother and younger sister, went to California about two years ago hoping that the change of climate would restore her to health. Her body will be brought to Lindsay for burial. We will try to give more of the particulars next week. [Lindsay.]
The Columbus Tribune, May 5, 1909
DIED
BLOOMQUIST--Mrs. Marie Bloomquist, wife of Oliver Bloomquist, of Spalding, died at St. Mary's hospital in this city last Wednesday evneing, death being due to diabetes. The remains were placed in charge of Undertaker Henry Gass, and shipped, on Thursday to Spalding, where the last sad rites were performed on Friday afternoon at two o'clock.BAUER--On last Friday evening about eight o'clock, Mrs. M.C. Bauer suffered a stroke of apoplexy, from the effects of which she passed away about nine-thirty the same evening. Although she had been quite feeble for some time, she had seemed to be in her usual health, recently, and there was no warning of the approach of death, which came in just the way she had so frequently expressed a desire that the close of her life should come,--without a long illness, and only a peaceful sleeping away into the rest she seemed to be waiting for. Mrs. Bauer had been since childhood, a communicant in the Lutheran church, and her Christian life shed its influence about all who came within the circle of her acquaintance. Marie Catharine Becker was born in Wersau Hessen Darnstadt, Germany, November 8, 1830, coming to America with her parents at the age of seventeen, when they went directly to Columbus, Ohio, where her father's brother was living and where she continued to reside until they came west. She was married to Tobias C. Bauer, May 21, 1856, to which union was born two daughters, Louise Bauer Clark, who died March 12, 1895, and Mrs. Emma Bauer Rusche, wife of F.H. Rusche, of this city. The Bauer family came west in 1876 to Eldorado, Kansas, where they remained for three years, coming to Columbus in 1880, where Mr. Bauer died in 1890. Mrs. Bauer leaves one daughter, Mrs. Rusche, one sister, Rebecca Becker, who was her constant companion for seven years, one brother, Wm. Becker, and four grandchildren, who feel deeply the loss of the dear one who for so long has been the object of their faithful love and care. Mrs. Bauer died on Friday evening, April 30th, at nine-thirty and was laid to rest in the Columbus cemetery on Monday afternoon, the services being conducted by her pastor, Rev. Herman Miessler, from the residence on Fourteenth street. The pallbearers were Messrs. Henry Ragatz, Sr., Dr. L.C. Voss, Louis Schreiber, Arnold Oehlrich, Theo. Friedhof and Jonas Welch.
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Mrs. W.E. Weaver and three children, who have been visiting her mother, Mrs. J.P. Becker, for several weeks, left last evening for their home in Morrison, Illinois. Mrs. Becker accompanied her daughter and will spend the summer with her. They had expected to leave last Saturday, but remained to be present at the funeral of Mrs. M.C. Bauer.
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Mrs. C.J. Dale, of Omaha, arrived Sunday evening to be present at the funeral services of Mrs. M.C. Bauer. She will remain for several days with Miss Rebecca Becker.YETTE--Mrs. Geo. Yette, who, with her husband, lived on a farm on the Skeedee for several years, but moved to St. Edward five years ago, was buried at that place Tuesday. [Genoa.]
WITHERBE--Francis M. Witherbe was born at Fairfield, Lenewee county, Michigan, April 15th, 1832, died in Portland, Oregon, April 18th, 1909. Married to Mary E. Avery August 10th, 1856. Moved to Jackson county, Missouri, 1858. Lived there four years and moved to Iowa in 1862. In 1870 he came to Butler county. Lost his wife in 1872. Seven children were born to them, four of which are still living and are Mrs. Della Preston, of Rushville, Nebraska; Irvin A. Witherbe, of Vermillion, Canada; Mrs. Hurlbut, of Cambria, Wyoming, and Mrs. Mary L. Cool, of Springdale, Washington. The other three children died in infancy. Left Butler county in 1885 and for several years had made his home with his daughter, Mrs. Hurlbut. Funeral was held Sunday afternoon at the M.E. church, conducted by the pastor of the M.E. church at David City. After the services at the church the remains were conveyed to the Bellwood cemetery, where they were interred alongside of his wife. The attendance at the church and cemetery was large. Deceased was an intimate friend of J.J. Judevine and for many years they pulled together as partners in a mine at the Black Hills, but were never fortunate enough to strike a bonanza. Deceased's surviving children have the sympathy of their many friends in this vicinity. [Bellwood.]
Columbus Journal, May 5, 1909
MARRIAGE LICENSES
Otto Groteluschen, Columbus.....27; Minnie T. Dierks, Columbus.....22
Grover C. Vest, Shelby.....22; Minnie M. Petteys.....22;
August Ballweg, Humphrey.....28; Eva Kirsch, Humphrey.....20MARRIED
GROTELUSCHEN-DIERKS--Tuesday morning the wedding of Otto Groteluschen and Miss Minnie Dierks was solemnized at the Loseke Creek church, Rev. Deninger performing the ceremony. The reception was held at the home of the bride, where a sumptuous repast was served to a very large number of relatives and friends, including the carrier on Route 3. The couple are both well known young people of the community, the bride being a daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Martin Dierks and the groom is a son of Mr. and Mrs. John Groteluschen. They were the recipients of numerous beautiful gifts. [Route No. 3.]VEST-PETTEYS--The marriage of Mr. Grover C. Vest and Miss Minnie M. Petteys occurred Wednesday, April 28, 1909, at Columbus, Neb., Judge Ratterman, of Platte county, performing the ceremony. The bride and groom were taken to Columbus in an automobile and were accompanied by Misses Maude and Grace Petteys, sisters of the bride, and Mr. William Custer. The ceremony was performed in time for the happy couple to take the 11: 9 o'clock a.m., train for Ord, Neb., where they have decided to make their home. [Shelby.]
DIED
BAUER--Maria Catherine Bauer, mother of Mrs. F.H. Rusche, died at the home of her daughter last Saturday evening. Mrs. Bauer was born in Hesse Darmstadt, Germany, November 8, 1830, and was married to Tobias Bauer, May 21, 1856, at Columbus, Ohio. In 1876 she moved to Kansas, living there until July 1876, when they came to Columbus and Platte county, where she has since resided. Mr. Bauer died in 1890. She leaves an only daughter, Mrs. F.H. Rusche, with whom she has made her home, and one sister, Miss Rebecca Becker, and one brother, Wm. Becker, both of this city. Funeral services were held at the Rusche home at 2:30 Monday afternoon, being conducted by Rev. Miessler, pastor of the German Lutheran church and she was buried in the Columbus cemetery.STORM--Peter Storm dropped dead at his home on the south side at 8 o'clock Sunday morning. Funeral services were held Monday at the Catholic church south of the Loup. Deceased was 82 years old and been in poor health for some time--a sufferer from heart disease. He served in a Wisconsin regiment durng the Civil War and was drawing a pension at the time of his death. He came to Nebraska thiryt-five years ago, settling in Columbus, but for the past twenty-five years has made Genoa his home. [Genoa.]
KORUS--Mrs. Augusta Korus, who for a quarter of a century has made her home in this part of Platte county, died at her home west of Tarnov Wednesday at the age of __9 years. The funeral was held Saturday forenoon at the Tarnov church. [Humphrey.]
FREERICKS--Reinhard Joseph Freericks, familiarly known as "Uncle" Freericks died at the home of his brother, Franz, Thursday evening, April 22nd. Mr. Freericks had only been ill a few days with a severe cold, but was not considered in any danger, consequently his death which caused from heart failure, was quite sudden and unexpected. Uncle Freericks was a familiar figure on our streets and our citizens in general will miss this kindly old gentleman who always had a smile and a cheery word for everyone. Mr. Freericks was born in Papenburg, providence of Hanover, Germany, Nov. 2d, 1827. [Humphrey.]
GILLIHAN--James Gillihan died Friday while enroute to the springs at Burlington Juncion, Mo. He had been sick for about three months with rheumatism and had suffered severely from it at times. Last week his condition became worse and he desired that they take him to the springs. The attending physicians did not think it best for him to go until he was in better shape but he thought that he could stand the trip all right. The journey, however, was too much for him and he died before reaching Fremont. His remains were brought back here Saturday and the funeral was held Tuesday morning from the Methodist church conducted by the local order of Odd Fellows, of which organization he was a member. [Albion.]
PROCHASKA--Peter Prochaska was buried by Kolm Bros. out in the cemetery at the poor farm last Wednesday. He was the county charge sent from Howells some two or three weeks ago. He was in the last stages of consumption and the inmates objected to his presence at the farm and was taken to Marzek's in the Third ward where he died. Two of his brothers came over from David City to identify him as their brother, but were not able to bury him and his body became a county charge. [Schuyler.]
STROTHER--Last week W.T. Strother received Findlay, O., newspapers telling of the death of his aunt, Mrs. Sarah Strother. At the time of her death she was 90 years old, and for many years was one of the prominent temperance workers of the country. She came to Findlay in 1836, when Ohio was a new country. [Monroe.]
The Columbus Telegraam, May 7, 1909
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BAUER--At eight o'clock last Saturday evening Mrs. Maria Bauer suffered a stroke of apoplexy, from the effects of which she died at ten-thirty in her apartments in the Rusche flat, on Fourteenth street. Last November she suffered a slight attack, but had quite recovered her usual health. Saturday night she was unconscious to the hour of death. Mrs. Bauer was approaching her seventy-ninth year. She was born November 8, 1830, in Warsaw, Hessen Darmstadt, Germany. When she was a child seven years old her family moved to this country and settled in Columbus, Ohio, where many years of her life were passed. Her husband, Tobias C. Bauer, who died in this city in October, 1890, for twenty years engaged in photography. Later he became a manufacturer of furniture, but in 1879 moved to a ranch in Kansas. Three years later the Bauers came to Platte county. Their home was the present Tiffany place, just northwest of Columbus. In recent years Mrs. Bauer had lived with her only daughter, Mrs. F.H. Rusche, of this city. She was a sister of Miss Rebecca Becker and Mr. Wm. Becker, also of Columbus. The funeral of Mrs. Bauer was held at the home Monday afternoon at 2:30 o'clock, Pastor H. Miessler, of the German Lutheran church, conducting the service. The casket was borne to the grave in Columbus cemetery by Messrs. Louis Schrieber, Henry Ragatz, L.C. Voss, Arnold Oehlrich, Theo. Friedof and Jonas Welch. Relatives from distant points who were present at the obsequies were Mrs. W.B. Dale and Mr. Charles Rickly, of Omaha.
The Columbus Tribune, May 12, 1909
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FARNSWORTH--The nine-month-old infant of Mr. and Mrs. L.L. Farnsworth, of West 16th and Madison streets, died very suddenly Thursday of last week. The funeral services were held from the home Saturday afternoon, the Rev. Samuel D. Harkness officiating. The grief-stricken family have our deepest sympathy.MILLS--Mr. A.E. Mills, who for some years was a resident of Columbus, and who had many friends in the city, died at the home of his son, R.A. Mills, in Osceola, Nebraska, April 28. Allvron E. Mills was born in New York state January 17, 1883. When a small child his parents moved to Michigan, and in 1862 he was married to Miss Jane Stevens, of Litchfield, Michigan. To this union was born three sons and a daughter, the eldest son, C.B. Mills, of Albion, formerly of Columbus, and the youngest, R.A. Mills, of Osceola, being the only immediate living relatives. The second son and the daughter died some year ago. In 1888 the family moved to Osceola, Nebraska, where they lived for about six years, and in 1898, a short time after his wife's death, Mr. Mills went to Adrian, Missouri, remaining there about four years and then returning to Nebraska, where he has continued to reside with his sons. Mr. Mills united with the Presbyterian church when a young man, and at the time of his death was a member of the Columbus Presbyterian church. The funeral services were conducted at the home of the son in Osceola, by the Presbyterian pastor of that place, assisted by Rev. Brooks, interment being made in the Osceola cemetery.
EVAN--Mrs. Marguerite Evan, wife of Anton Evan, died last Thursday at her home, fourteen miles southwest of Columbus, in Polk county, at the age of 57 years. Mrs. Evan was herding cattle, and while sitting along the fence, a vicious bull came upon her and she was hooked twice in the back. Medical aid was summoned, but death came within a few hours. Mr. and Mrs. Evan were both prominent people in Polk county. The funeral was held from the Pilsen Catholic church Saturday, May 8th, interment being made in the Pilsen cemetery.
DEXTER--Mrs. Sraah [sic] Dexter died last Thursday, May 6th, at her home in Polk county, ten miles south of Columbus. Mrs. Dexter was born November 25th, 1837. She had been in poor health since the death of her husband, which occurred March 25th, 1909. The funeral was held from the house Saturday, interment being made in the Shelby cemetery.
Columbus Journal, May 12, 1909
MARRIAGE BANNS
RATTERMAN-?--The marriage of County Judge John Ratterman and a lady from O'Neill is announced for the latter part of this month, the banns being published for the first time at St. Bonaventura's church Sunday. The ceremony will take place at O'Neill, and the judge will be in the position of the bashful swain asking for the required license, instead of issuing it, as has been his custom for the last few years.FRISCHHOLZ-SCHMITZ--Sunday the banns of marriage of Alois Frischholz and Miss Katherine Schmitz were published for the first time at St. Bonaventura's church. The bride is a well known Columbus girl and the groom is the junior member of the firm of Frischholz Bros. The wedding will take place the latter part of this month, and they will go to house keeping in the residence recently purchased by the groom, on East Eleventh street.
MARRIAGE LICENSES
Leon Ellis, Genoa.....20; Mabel Thurston, Genoa.....22
Emil Bienz, Duncan.....32; Mary Meedel, Duncan.....27BIENZ-MEEDLE--Tuesday of this week Judge Ratterman issued a marriage license to Emil Bienz and Mary Meedel, two well known young people of the Gruetli neighborhood, in Loup township. The wedding will be solemnized Wednesday, today, by Rev. Braun at the home of the bride's mother Mrs. Fred Meedel. Mr. and Mrs. Bienz will move on the Bienz homestead, in the Gruetli neighborhood and farm it, Christ Bienz, the groom's father, having moved to this city.
MARRIED
BEER-PUGSLEY--Married in Genoa, at the home of the bride's mother, Mrs. wIlliam O. Puglsey, Wednesday, May 5, 1909, Miss Fay Pugsley to Robert B. Beer, Rev. __ J. Parker, of Kearney, officiating. [Genoa.]DIED
SLAUGHTER--Major Bradner D. Slaughter, of the United States army, but formerly of Fullerton, died at his home in Omaha of heart trouble. Major Slaughter was at one time prominent in republican politics in Nebraska, having been chairman of the state central committee. He was one of the early settlers in Fullerton, and for a time a resident of Omaha, when he held a federal position. After the Spanish-American war he was appointed to a second lieutenancy in the regular army, and at the time of his death was a paymaster with the rank of major. He had a large acquaintance in Columbus and Platte county among those who were living here prior to fifteen years ago.KRUMMACK--Mr. and Mrs. J.W. Putman went to Lincoln Friday, where they were called by a message announcing the death of the former's grandmother, Mrs. John Krummack, who passed away the previous evening. The deceased was formerly a resident of this city, but several years ago moved to Lincoln, where she has since resided. The funeral was held in that city Saturday morning.
FARNSWORTH--Kenneth Eugene, ten months' old infant of Mr. and Mrs. Roy Farnsworth, of West Fifteenth street, died Thursday night, after a short illness. Funeral services were held from the home at 2 p.m. Saturday, Rev. Harkness conducting the services, and burial was in the Columbus cemetery.
IVAN--Mrs. Marguerite Ivan, living fourteen miles southwest of Columbus in Island precinct, Polk county, died last Thursday afternoon as a result of injuries received by being knocked down by a bull. The accident occurred Thursday morning about 10 o'clock, when Mrs. Ivan was driving the cattle in the pasture. The animal came up behind her and knocked her down. She was near a wire fence and succeeded in getting on the other side of it, so the animal ceased his attack on her. She succeeded in reaching her home, about a quarter of a mile away, and told then what had happened. Medical aid was called at once, but before it arrived she was dead, her spine having been injured. Besides a husband she leaves a family of children. Mrs. Ivan was born in Austria fifty-seven years ago. Funeral [services] were held at the Catholic church on the Island near her home, and burial was in the Catholic cemetery at the church.
DEXTER--Mrs. Sarah Delcena Dexter, for twenty-two years a resident of Clear Creek precinct, Polk county, died last Thursday from a stroke of apoplexy. Mrs. Dexter was born in Pennsylvania, November 25, 1837. She later moved to Lee county, Ill., where on May 21, 1857, she was married to Mr. Dexter. In 1887 she came with the family to Clear Creek precinct, Polk county, where she has since resided. Her husband died on March 23, one month and thirteen days ago. She leaves three sons, Elisha Dexter, who is at home, Ira O. Dexter of Stockham, and Caleb Dexter of Denver, Col. The funeral was held Monday from the home and burial was in the Shelby cemetery.
CURTIS--Albina Curtis, who gave birth to twins, a boy and girl--about three ___ago, is again able to be around at home. The babies lived but three ____. [Bellwood.]
GALWICK--_____Galwick, who served two terms as _____ treasurer of Butler county, died _____ay before last at Monrovia, California, where he went for the purpose of _____ his health. His body was ____ home to Brainard for burial. [Bellwood.]
EVON--Margaret, wife of Anton Evon, or Iwan who live in Polk county seven miles east of Silver Creek, was killed Thursday by a vicious bull. Her body was badly crushed and bruised. But little is known of the affair except that the old lady had taken the cattle out on the meadow to herd. She returned to the house about 9 o'clock and collapsed. A Shelby doctor was called, but she died about 1 o'clock. Mrs. Evon was about 60 years of age. The funeral was held at the Polish church near by at 9 a.m. Saturday. [Silver Creek.]
BELLER--Ben and Joe, the two and a half and three and a half year old boys of Mr. and Mrs. Anton Beller lost their lives in a fire which destroyed all the buildings on the farm of their parents a mile and a half northwest of St. Bernard Wednesday evening. Nothing definite is known as to the origin of the fire. The two children were known to have been playing in the barn, and as parts of their charred bodies were found in the debris of the burned barn, it is thought that possibly the children might have started the fire while playing with matches. There was a stiff wind from the southwest, and as the barn was located in this direction from the other buildings, the fire was not long in spreading to the house and other buildings on the place. Mr. Beller was in the field at work and Mrs. Beller was attending to her usual household duties, when about 5 o'clock she discovered the barn in a mass of flames. Her first thought naturally turned to the safety of her children. Knowing that they were in the barn, she made a desperate effort to rescue them, but the fire had gained such headway when she noticed it, that it was impossible for her to do anything toward saving the lives of the innocent little victims. The alarm of fire was quickly spread and in a short time all the surrounding neighbors had gathered at the Beller place to lend their assistance in subdueing the flames but all to no avail, as everything perishable was destroyed. Mr. and Mrs. Beller have the deep sympathy of all in their dreadful affliction. [Humphrey.]
The Columbus Telegram, May 14, 1909
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EVAN--Having been trampled and kicked by a mean bull, Mrs. Margaretta Evan, wife of Anton Evan, residing in Island precinct, Polk county, sixteen miles southwest of this city, died last Thursday afternoon. She was not gored, the bull having no horns, but suffered internal injuries, and one arm was broken. After the attack Mrs. Evan lived about three hours. She said that while driving the cows to pasture the bull came up from behind and knocked her down. She was rendered unconscious, and did not know how severely she was treated. Awakening, she found herself close to the fence, and rolled under the wires out of reach of the animal. Notwithstanding her severe injuries she walked home, a distance of a quarter-mile and physicians were summoned. She expired before they arrived at the Evan home. her husband and several children survive her. The funeral of Mrs. Evan was held Saturday forenoon at the Catholic church in the home neighborhood.BRAZEE--Osceola relatives and friends have been advised of the death last Wednesday morning of Mrs. Charles Brazee, at Seattle, Washington. Her death followed an illness with acute Bright's disease. The interment was in Seattle. The Skidmore brothers, residing in Hackberry precinct, are brothers of Mrs. Brazee.
The Columbus Tribune, May 19, 1909
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SAFFRAN--Mrs. Amanda Saffran died this morning at 10 o'clock from a complication of diseases, aged 65 years. Mrs. Saffran has been a resident of Columbus, and has a host of friends who sympathize deeply with the bereaved children. The funeral services will probably be held Saturday, but at the hour of going to press definite arrangements had not been made.HENDRYX--Word was received early this morning by Tom Adams of the death of Mr. H.J. Hendryx, at the home of his son, L.J. Hendryx, at Kearney, death resulting from heart failure last night. Mr. Hendryx was born in Orleans county, New York, December 20, 1830, and moved to Michigan with his parents in 1839. He moved to Nebraska in 1884, and has lived in this state ever since. He was married in 1852 to Miss Ada L. Raven. For several years Mr. Hendryx was a resident of Platte county, having lived at Monroe. He leaves to mourn his loss three children, Mrs. C.T. Barton, of Seattle, Washington, Mrs. Tom Adams, of Columbus, and Mr. L.J. Hendryx, of Kearney. The remains will be brought to Columbus tomorrow afternoon on No. 6, and interment will be made in the Columbus cemetery.
ABBOTT--Mrs. Alice Webb received a telegram Sunday conveying the information that her brother, James Abbott, had died at his home in Edwardsburg, Michigan. Accompanied by her son, ____, she left in the afternoon for ______. [St. Edward.]
BACKENHUS--Herman Backenhus, one of Sherman Township's pioneer farmers died at his home last Wednesday morning after a lingering illness. He was born in Germany in 1840, and came to America as a young man in 1868. He located on his homestead, which was his home till death occurred. He was sixty-eight years, five months old at his death. He leaves a wife and six grown children to mourn his loss. [Sherman Township.]
Columbus Journal, May 19, 1909
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HENDRYX--Relatives in this city received the sad news of the death of H.J. Hendryx which occurred at 9 o'clock that evening at the home of his son, L.J. Hendryx, in Kearney. Death was caused by heart trouble, and until last Thursday he was in good health, but his condition since that time kept getting worse. Mr. Hendryx was a native of Michigan, but in the eighties he moved west, locating a half mile west of Oconee, where he was extensively engaged in farming and stock feeding. In the nineties he purchased what was then known as the swamp, two miles west of Monroe, and his energy and foresight resulted in making it one of the most productive and desirable farms in the county. At first he engaged in raising celery, and soon had this business on a large scale, his product being known all over this section of the west. Later he sold the farm and engaged in the mercantile business at Monroe, and after leaving there located in Kansas. Mr. Hendryx was an enterprising man, and was able to see in a measure what the future had in store. When the irrigation company, the predecessor of the Power company, were struggling along at first he was about the only man to put his shoulder to the wheel and help when help was needed. His farm home west of Monroe was one of the land marks and admired by many. He leaves, besides his wife, one son, L.J. Hendryx of Kearney, and Mrs. T.W. Adams of this city. Arrangements for the funeral have not yet been made, but he will be brought to this city for burial.SAFFRAN--Mrs. A. Saffran, mother of Fred Saffron, died at her home on east Ninth street Wednesday morning, after a week's illness, death being due to con__tion of the liver. Mrs. Saffran has made this city her home for over twenty years. She leaves four children, Mrs. Frank Scott of Wenatschee, Washington, Mrs. C.M. McGinnis of Brookings, S.D., and Lillie and Fred of this city. The funeral arrangements have not yet been made.
DITTBERER--Chas. Dittberer, a pioneer of Madison county and a prominent citizen of Madison, was found dead in his bed last Friday morning. Heart trouble was the cause. The deceased was sixty years of age. [Leigh.]
BAKENHUS--Herman Bakenhus, one of the early pioneers of this community departed Wednesday morning, death resulting from old age. The funeral was held Friday morning, the services being conducted by Rev. Denninger and the remains were laid to rest in the cemetery at the Loseke Creek church. [Leigh.]
ZVACEK--Mrs. Antonia Zvacek, one of the pioneer women of Adams precinct, died on Tuesday last at the advanced age of ninety years, at the home of her daughter-in-law, Mrs. Anna Zvacek. Her's was a long and useful life filled to the end with good deeds and kindness to those about her, and she has gone to the reward promised the faithful. The funeral was held at Zion church on Thursday and was largely attended. Appropriate services were conducted by Rev. Svoboba and interment was at the cemetery at the church. [Howells.]
The Columbus Telegram, May 21, 1909
DIED
SAFFRAN--Mrs. Amanda Saffran, after an illness lasting only one week, passed away Wednesday forenoon at 10:15 at the family home at the corner of Ninth and Idaho streets. During the week her condition was quite encouraging at times, but from Monday evening her decline was rapid. Her death was due to congestion of the liver. Mrs. Saffran had resided in this city for twenty-two years, coming here from Marshalltown, Iowa, with her husband and children. She was the widow of A.F. Saffran, who died in March, 1897. She was born in Kiel, Germany, May 4, 1844, and came to America in 1866. Four children survive her, Fred and Lillian Saffran are at home, Mrs. Clara Scott resides at Wenatchie, Washington, and Mrs. Jennie McGinnis, in South Dakota. She was a mother thoroghly devoted to her home and children, and a woman held in the highest esteem by her neighbors. It is sad to know that her death will almost of necessity mean the breaking up of a happy home. Mrs. Scott, a daughter, is on her way from Washington, and for that reason the funeral of Mrs. Saffran will not be held until Sunday afternoon. It will be at her late home at four o'clock.SCHREIBER--Death came very suddenly last night to Louis Schreiber, for over thirty years a well known blackmstih [sic] and implement dealer of this city. During the day Mr. Schreiber had enjoyed his usual robust health. After a hard day's work he remained at home to spend the evening. About a quarter past ten o'clock it became difficult for him to breath [sic]. He thought the trouble might pass away, and began walking about the house, as he had done in former times when his breathing had been affected. However, his household was greatly alarmed, and physicians were summoned. But it was too late. Breathing became more and more difficult, and finally ceased before the arrival of the physicians, who attributed death to an apoplectic visitation. Mr. Schreiber was fifty-eight years old, a native of Germany. He had resided thirty-three years in Columbus. His family consists of the widow and three children--Louis, of Cedar Bluffs, Nebraska; Otto and Emma, of this city. He was brother to Mrs. Marie Durkop, residing north of the city.
The Columbus Tribune, May 26, 1909
DIED
LEITER--Miss Constance Leiter died at St. Mary's hospital in this city, last Friday evening, death being due to pneumonia. Miss Leiter's home is in Holdredge, but she had been attending St. Francis' academy for some time. The funeral services were conducted Monday morning from the Catholic church, her mother, Mrs. Leiter, being present.STANLEY--Mrs. Eva Stanley, wife of Geo. Stanley, of Denver, died last Monday evening of acute stomach trouble, at St. Mary's hospital in this city. Mr. Stanley is a traveling man and lives in Denver. Mrs. Stanley was twenty-seven years of age and had only been here a short time. The funeral was held this afternoon, interment being in the Columbus cemetery.
FOX--Mrs. M.J. Kinnan and daughter drove to Shelby last Thursday to attend the funeral of Mrs. John Fox, mother of John Fox, of this city; also of Mrs. Joe Kinnan, who resides near Farnam.
SAFFRAN--Last Sunday afternoon at 4 o'clock occurred the funeral services of the late Mrs. Amanda Saffran, at her home, Ninth and Idaho streets. Mrs. Saffran had been a resident of Columbus for twenty-two years, coming to this city from Marshalltown, Iowa, with her husband and children. Her husband preceded her to the great beyond, he departing this life in March, 1897. She was the mother of four children, of whom two are residents of this city, Fred and Lillian, and Mrs. Clara Scott, of Wenatchie, Washington, and Mrs. Jennie McGinnis, of South Dakota. Mrs. Saffran was a lady of great personal charm, and had many warm friends among her neighbors and acquaintances. She was born in Kiel, Germany, May 4, 1844, and came to America in 1866. Her death will probably mean the breaking up of the home ties of Fred and Miss Lillian, who have been living at home with their mother. Mrs. Scott arrived Sunday from Washington to be present at the funeral. The bereaved children have the deepest sympathy of all in their hour of grief.
SCHREIBER--Louis Schreiber was summoned to his eternal home last Thursday evening while he sat with his family at the close of a busy day. Mr. Schreiber had been in his usual health during the day, but about nine o'clock began to experience a difficulty in breathing, which seemed to grow worse rapidly and although medical aid was sought at once, the physician arrived, too late; for death had followed quickly, the stroke of apoplexy. The deceased was born in Germany October 20th, 1851, coming to America at the age of twenty and making his home in New York for about five years, at which time he came to Columbus. In 1877 he was married to Miss Minnie Asche, of this city, and to this union were born five children, two of whom died in infancy. Mr. Schreiber was held in high esteem by all who knew him. He leaves a wife and three children, Otto and Emma, who are at home, and Louis, who is a drug clerk in Cedar Bluffs, this state; also a sister, Mrs. Emma Durkopp, who resides north of the city. The funeral services were conducted by Rev. Herman Meissler, of the German Lutheran church, interment being made in the Columbus cemetery. A number of years ago Mr. Schreiber was a member of the Columbus fire department, and the members of that organization attended the funeral in a body.
HAVENS--The infant child of Mr. and Mrs. Fred Havens, aged eleven days, died at midnight Tuesday. The remains were taken to Council Bluffs for interment, where the bereaved parents have another child buried. [Genoa.]
WARD--Miss Eva Ward died suddenly of heart disease at Primrose last Thursday. The remains were brought to Genoa Friday and taken to the home of Alfred Peterson, seven miles north of town. The funeral was held at the Peterson residence Saturday forenoon, Rev. John Jefferies having charge of the service. Interment was in the West Hill cemetery. [Genoa.]
NELSON--Anton Nelson, of Newman Grove was here on Thursday and had the remains of his father and also of a brother taken up from Leigh cemetery adn removed to Columbus, where they will be buried beside the wife ________. [Leigh.]
Columbus Journal, May 26, 1909
MARRIED
FRISCHHOLZ-SCHMITZ--Alois Frischholz and Miss Katie Schmitz were married this morning at the Catholic church, Father Marcellinus performing the ceremony. The wedding was witnessed by only relatives and a few intimate friends of the bridal party. Immediately after the ceremony a wedding dinner was served at the bride's home. Mr. and Mrs. Frischholz are both well and favorably known in this city. The bride is the youngest daughter of Mrs. Kathyrn Schmitz, and was until recently employed as clerk in L.W. Snow's book store. The groom is a progressive business man of this city, being one of the firm of Frischholz Brothers. Mr. and Mrs. Frischholz have many friends and acquaintances, who will wish them an abundance of happiness. They will reside on East Eleventh street.SCHROEDER-MALCHER--Wm. Schroeder of this city, and Miss Louise Malcher were married at the home of the bride's mother in Chicago, Illinois, Thursday evening, May 20. The wedding was witnessed by only a few relatives and friends of the bridal couple. The bride is one of the leading florists of that city, and during her visit to Columbus several weeks ago made many friends and acquaintances who will wish her much success and happiness in her new home. The groom has for many years been a resident of this city. Mr. Schroeder returned to Columbus Saturday evening, but Mrs. Schroeder will not arrive in the city until Tuesday or Wednesday of next week, at which time they will be at home to their many friends in the groom's residence on East Eleventh street.
DIED
SCHREIBER--Shortly after ten o'clock last Thursday evening, Louis Schreiber was stricken with apoplexy, and before medical aid arrived, passed away. The attack which caused his death was similar to several he has had in the past. During the day he had enjoyed his usual health and was resting at home after a hard days' work. When it became difficult for him to breathe, he began walking about the house, as he had done on former occasions. The attack was so severe that the family called a physician, but he arrived too late. Mr. Schreiber was born near Berlin, Germany, October 20, 1851. He came to America in 1871 and for several years followed the sea, making several trips from New York to the East Indies. In 1876 he came to Columbus where he has since resided and conducted an implement and blacksmithing business. On April 1877, he was married to Miss Minna Asche, who with three children, Louie, Otto and Emma, survive him, two younger ones having died in early childhood. Besides the family he leaves a brother and sister in Germany, and one sister, Mrs. Durkopp, residing four miles north of the city. Mr. Schreiber was fifty-seven years and seven months old at the time of his death. He was a member of the local Maennerchor and also the Modern Woodmen of America. Funeral services were held Sunday from the German Lutheran church, being conducted by the pastor Rev. Herman Miessler, and burial was in the Columbus cemetery.FOLEY--Relatives in this city have been advised of the death of John Foley, nephew of Mrs. Edward Clark of this city, who died at his home in New York last Wednesday evening, death resulting from a complication of diseases. Some time ago Mr. Foley came to this city in hopes of benefiting his health, and during his stay in Columbus made many friends, who will be grieved to learn of his death.
NELSON--The remains of Nels Nelson and his son, both of whom have been deceased for many years, were brought from Leigh last week and interred in the Columbus cemetery beside that of the deceased wife and mother, who only a short time ago was laid to rest in the Columbus cemetery.
LEITER--Constance Leiter, age nine years and nine days, died at the hospital last Friday night, after a short illness with pneumonia. She was a student at the academy and her home was in Holdredge. Her mother, Mrs. Jennie Leiter, arrived before her death. Funeral services were held at the Catholic church Monday morning, and burial was in the Catholic cemetery.
STANLEY--The funeral of the late Mrs. Stanley, wife of George Stanley, formerly of Denver, Colorado, but who for the past several weeks has been residing in this city was held Wednesday morning. The deceased was taken ill very suddenly and removed to St. Mary's hospital, where she died Monday evening. Rev. Harkness, pastor of the Presbyterian church officiated, and interment was made in the Columbus cemetery.
SAFFRON--Sunday afternoon funeral services for Mrs. A. Saffron, who died Wednesday, were held at the home on Ninth and Idaho, Rev. Neumarker having charge. Mrs. Saffron was born in Kiel, Germany, May 4, 1844, and came to America in 1866. She was the widow of F.A. Saffron, who died in March, 1897. Mrs. Saffron came to this city in 1887, and has made this city her home. Mrs. Frank Scott of Wenatchee, Wash., a daughter of the deceased, arrived Sunday afternoon in time for the funeral.
The Columbus Telegram, May 28, 1909
DIED
DOERSCH--Mrs. Elizabeth Doersch, aged 83 years, died Wednesday night at the home of her daughter, Mrs. C.A. Lutz, in this city, with whom she had made her home for two years past. For several weeks she had been suffering an acute kidney trouble. Mrs. Doersch was born in Rosenthal, Hessen, Germany, in 1825. After the death of her husband she came to Platte county twenty-five years ago. In recent years she had been keeping house for her son-in-law, Henry Schultz, sixteen miles north of Columbus, in which neighborhood she is best known in this county. Four daughters and one son survive her. They are Mrs. C.A. Lutz and John Doersch, of this city; Mrs. Emil Heier and Mrs. Wm. Hademan, of Milwaukee; and Mrs. Henry Brock, of Ft. Worth, Texas. The funeral of Mrs. Doersch will be held at the German Lutheran church tomorrow (Saturday) afternoon at two o'clock, Pastor H. Miessler conducting the service.STANLEY--Eva Love Stanley, who had been a patient at St. Mary's hospital for a brief period, died Monday night. Acute alcoholism and nervous troubles resulting from the excessive use of morphine were ascribed as the cause of her death. She was the wife of George Stanley, a traveling man in the distant Nebraska territory. A burial service was conducted at the Herrick undertaking rooms Wednesday morning by Rev. Samuel Harkness, and the body was laid at rest in Columbus cemetery.
The Columbus Tribune, June 2, 1909
DIED
PEKALA--Peter Pekala, better known as "Peter Murray," died last Saturday at the home of Mrs. Murray, 510 West Seventeenth street. Peter had been making his home with Pat Murray since a boy; he was married February 9, 1909, to Miss Anton Podraza, whom he leaves to mourn his death. The funeral was held Monday morning from the Catholic church, interment being made in the Catholic cemetery.LOSEKE--Mrs. Cathrine Loseke died last Saturday afternoon at the home of her son, Fred Loseke, seven miles north of this city. Mrs. Loseke was born in Oldenberg, Germany, February 1, 1823. She was married to John Loseke in 1848, coming direct to Columbus in 1868. Since the death of her husband in 1899 she has been living with her son, Fred. Last Thursday she was stricken with paralysis, which caused her death. The funeral was held from the home of her son, Fred, Tuesday morning at 11 o'clock, Rev. E. Denninger officiating. The remains were laid to rest in the Loseke Creek cemetery. She leaves three daughters and one son to mourn the death of a loving mother, namely, Mrs. Anna Groetluschen, Mrs. Kathrine Asche, Mr. Fred Loseke and Mrs. Eliza Breeze, of Albion.
DOERSCH--All that was mortal of Mrs. Elizabeth Doersch passed to the great beyond last Wednesday night at 12 o'clock. Mrs. Doersch has been a widow for the past twenty-five years and for the past two years has been living with her daughter, Mrs. C.A. Lutz. Mrs. Doersch was born in Rosental Hessen, Germany, in 1825, coming to this country shortly after the death of her husband, John Doersch. She leaves to mourn her death, four daughters and one son. They are: Mrs. Hageman and Mrs. Heier, of Milwaukee; Mrs. H. Brock, of Fort Worth, Texas; Mrs. C.A. Lutz, of this city, and John Doersch, of this city, all of whom were present at the funeral. The funeral was held Saturday from the house on ease Ninth street at 2 o'clock, and from the German Lutheran church at 2:30, Rev. Miessler officiating. The remains were laid to rest in the Columbus cemetery.
WOLKEN--Mr. Wolken was born at Meppen, Hanover, Germany, on October 19, 1832. He was married in Germany and six children were the issue of that union. The faithful wife and other, and one daughter, Adelaide, departed this life in Hanover and were laid to rest there. At the age of fifty years Mr. Wolken and his five children came to America and located in Omaha. They afterwards lived in Elkhorn for several years. Another daughter, Agnes, died after she and her husband, Fritz Odenreider, had moved to Webster county. Four children survive. They are: Bernard Wolken of Leigh; Helena, now Mrs. Otto Thaden, who lives southeast of town; Henry Wolken, of Columbus, and Anna, now Mrs. August Newhaus, of this place. Last January Mr. Wolken contracted a bad cold in his head, which left his mind somewhat unsettled and during this time has suffered a great deal. He bore his severe illness, however, with the same fortitude and bravery which marked the events of his earlier years. For the past five years he had made his home with the family of his daughter, Mrs. Otto Thaden. [Leigh.]
DALY--Word was received here Saturday morning of the death of Frank Daly at Lockport, Illinois, formerly a resident of Humphrey. Nothing is known of the cause of his death only that it was sudden and unexpected. For some months Mr. Daly has been at times a sufferer from gall stones and at the time of his death was planning to go to Chicago for treatment, so it is supposed that his death was caused by a severe attack of this trouble. Mr. Daly was a highly respected citizen of this place for a number of years. Coming here in the early days he settled on the farm now owned by Anton Eisenmenger, which he farmed successfully for several years, afterwards moving to town and conducting an implement business. He moved to his old home of Lockport about twelve years ago, and has since been in the grocery business. It is with genuine regret that his many warm friends here learn of his passing away in the prime of life and their greatet sympathy is extended to his two daughters and his devoted wife who in the past two years has been called upon to part with father, mother and husband.
Columbus Journal, June 2, 1909
MARRIAGE BANS
GREISEN-WEMHOFF; SCHILZ-HILLIARD--The bans of marriage were published in St. Joseph's church Sunday between Christ Greisen and Miss Victoria Wemhoff, also Matt Schilz and Miss Mary Hilliard. [Platte Center.]MARRIAGE LICENSES
Math Schiltz, Platte Center.....35; Mary Hilliard, Platte Center.....24
Herman Lammers, Columbus.....66; Mary Lueben, Monticello, Neb.....63
Herman Inselman, Creston.....24; Minnie M. Hellbusch, Creston.....21
Oliver S. Griffin, Osceola.....27; Sophia K. Hanks, Osceola.....27
John Slucher, Wisner.....41; Maud B. Bretz, Oakdale.....37
Harry B. Howarth, Winside.....24; Margaret Herman, Norfolk.....22June is the month of weddings, and the records of Judge Ratterman's office are evidence of this fact. On the first day of the month he issued three licenses--Harry Howarth of Winside and Margaret Herman of Noroflk, Oliver A. Griffin and Sophia K. Hanks of Osceola, John Slucher of Wisner and Maud B. Bretz of Oakdale. the last two couples were married by the judge.
DIED
DOERSCH--After several weeks of suffering with acute kidney trouble, Elizabeth Doersch died at the home of her daughter, Mrs. C.A. Lutz, Wednesday evening. Mrs. Doersch was born in Rosenthal, Hessen, Germany, in 1825. She came to Platte county twenty-five years ago, after the death of her husband. For a number of years she resided in the neighborhood north of Columbus, keeping house for her son-in-law, Henry Schultz. She is survived by one son and four daughters, John Doersch and Mrs. C.A. Lutz of this city, and Mrs. Emil Heier and Mrs. Wm. Hageman of Milwaukee, and Mrs. Henry Brock of Fort Worth, Texas. Funeral services were held Saturday at the German Lutheran church, being conducted by the pastor, Rev. Meissler and burial was in the Columbus cemetery.PINCHOLA--Peter Pinchola, aged twenty-nine years, died last Saturday of typhoid pneumonia. Deceased was born in this city and for many years made his home with the late Pat Murry. He leaves a wife, having been married about four months. Funeral services were held Monday from the Catholic church, and burial was in the Catholic cemetery.
LOSEKE--Mrs. Katherine Margaret Loseke, a resident of Platte county for over forty years, died May 29, at the home of her son, Fred Loseke, six miles north of Columbus. Death resulted form a stroke of apoplexy, with which she was stricken on May 20, Margaret Behnke was born in Oldenbush, Germany, February 1, 1823. On April 11, 1847, she was married to John Loseke, and October 4, 1864, they arrived in Platte county and at once settled on the old homestead which has since been her home. In 1899 her husband died, and since that time she has made her home with her son Fred. Mrs. Loseke leaves one son, Fred Loseke and three daughters, Mrs. Anna Groteleuschen, Mrs. Catherine Asche of north of Columbus, and Mrs. Lizzie Breese of Albion. Funeral services were held Tuesday at the Loseke Creek Lutheran church and were conducted by the pastor, Rev. Deninger, and she was laid to rest in the cemetery at the church. A large gathering of friends were in attendance at the funeral to pay their last respects to the deceased.
DALY--Word was received here Saturday morning of the death of Frank Daly of Lockport, Ill., formerly a resident of Humphrey. Nothing is known of the cause of his death only that it was sudden and unexpected. For some months Mr. Daly has been at times a sufferer from gall stone and at the time of his death was planning to go to Chicago for treatment, so it is supposed that his death was caused by a severe attack of this trouble. [Humphrey.]
The Columbus Telegram, June 4, 1909
DIED
McAULIFFE--Mrs. John McAuliffe, one of the pioneer women of this place, is dead at her home just north of the village. She had been suffering from acute liver trouble and had had medical aide and a nurse from Omaha. She seemed to be greatly improved in health so much that she was able to be up, but about three days previous to her death, which occurred last Monday morning a sudden change in her condition was apparent and she declined rapidly until the end. She will be buried this morning (Wednesday). We have not the data at hand for an extended notice of this good woman's demise, but will endeavor to have same next week. [Lindsay Locals]LOSEKE--Mrs. Katherine M. Loseke, widow of John Loseke, who died in 1899, passed away last Saturday at the home of her son, Fred Loseke, seven miles north of Columbus. Thursday of last week she suffered a stroke of paralysis, and her decline was very rapid. Mrs. Loseke was eighty-six years old, and had resided in Platte county since 1868, coming here direct from her native home in Oldenburg, Germany. Mrs. Loseke is survived by three daughters and one son, namely, Mrs. Anna Groteluschen, Mrs. Katherine Asche and Mr. Fred Loseke, of this county, and Mrs. Eliza Breese, of Albion. The funeral of Mrs. Loseke was held Tuesday at the Loseke Creek church, Pastor E. Denninger conducting the service.
PINCHOLA--Peter Pinchola, whose serious illness with typhoid pneumonia was reported in The Telegram last week, died last Saturday at the home of Mrs. Patrick Murray. His funeral was held Tuesday at the Catholic church. The deceased was born May 9, 1880, in Columbus, and was practically raised in the Murray household. Four months ago he was married to Miss Antonia Podraza, who is the only surviving member of his family, so far as known.
The Columbus Tribune, June 9, 1909
DIED
EKLEBERRY--The many readers of this paper will learn with regret of the death of Mrs. Melissa Ekleberry at her home in Bonesteel, South Dakota, May 29, 1909, at the age of seventy years, seven months and twenty-four days. Her only surviving son and family were at her bedside. She had been very feeble for over a year. She was a most devoted and faithful follower of her Lord, and was patiently waiting and ready to go at His bidding. She was laid to rest beside her husband and son in Butte, Nebraska. Mr. and Mrs. Ekleberry moved to this state in 1872 and lived in Colfax county many years, also being a resident of Columbus for sometime. Nebraska soil covers the remains of her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Stevenson, and a nephew in Shell Creek cemetery, one brother, J.V. Stevenson, in Columbus, and one sister at North Bend. She leaves one son and wife, Howard Ekleberry, eight grandchildren, one great-grand child, besides many relatives of her family to miss her.
The Columbus Journal, June 9, 1909
MARRIAGE LICENSES
Ben N. Fyfe, Columbus.....21; Louise M. Kohler, Columbus.....19
Walter T. Meissler, Columbus.....23; Emma C. Schreiber, Columbus.....23
Emil V. Gutzmiller, Columbus.....28; Emma L. Schober, Columbus.....19
John A. Niodemus, Gibbon.....43; Mary A. Nicodemus, Pierce.....43
Arthur H. Jackson, Creston.....21; Agnes L. Moran, Creston.....18
William Lange, Columbus.....26; Wilhelmia Behlen, Columbus.....25MARRIED
NICODEMUS-NICODEMUS--After a separation of two years John A. Nicodemus and Mary A. Nicodemus concluded to be remarried, and last Saturday they called on Judge Ratterman for the license and also requested him to perform the ceremony. Mr. Nicodemus gave his residence as Gibbon and Mrs. Nicodemus gave hers as Pierce.DIED
MINER--Word received by Columbus friends tells of the death of D.N. Miner on May 30, at the home of his son, Chas. T. Miner at 415 Vine street, Kansas City, Mo. Funeral services were held on June 2. Mr. Miner was a resident of this city for a good many years, and from here he went to Council Bluffs, going to the home of his son a short time ago, where he died. Mr. Miner was born Nov. 28, 1838, at Unity, Columbiana county, Ohio. He enlisted in Company H, Fifteenth Ohio Volunteer Infantry September 7, 1861, was discharged and re enlisted as a veteran volunteer, serving in all four years and eleven months. His enlistment was at Van Wert, Ohio. He returned from the war and married Cora A. Crumrin. In June, 1871, they came to Columbus with their five months' old babe, now Mrs. Fred McMullen. Other children were Charles now living in Kansas City, Mrs. Melvin Dotson and Mrs. Harvey Farrell, of Council Bluffs, and George, who is with his mother in the same city. Mr. Miner had been in poor health all last winter, due to old age, and while he seemed to get better with the approaching warm weather, he did not regain strength. Old soldiers acted as pall bearers at his funeral, and members of the army of the Philippines ...LOSHBAUGH--Word received by Perry Loshbaugh told of the death of his brother, Levi Loshbaugh, at Everett, Wash., last Friday night. Mr. Loshbaugh was a resident of this city for a number of years prior to 1889, when he left for the west and has since made it his home.
The Columbus Telegram, June 11, 1909
DIED
McAULIFFE--[Lindsay Locals] Mrs. Margaret Gogan was born in Boston, Masachusetts [sic], March 14, 1846, where she passed her youth and girlhood days. She married John McAuliffe and accompanied by husband and parents, brother and sister, she came to what was then the wilds of Nebraska and settled in this vicinity. I doubt the difference between cultured Boston and Nebraska was manifest to her, but like all the brave pioneers that have made Nebraska what it is she intended that it should be home and wrought well. Mr. and Mrs. McAuliffe, at the time of her demise, owned a fine farm home just north of the town of Lindsay. She was a woman upon whom much responsibility rested, but she succeeded in all that she undertook and stood high in the esteem of all who knew her. She is survived by her husband and three children--Dave and William and Mrs. J. J. Ducey, one brother, J. H. Gogan, and one sister, Mrs. Sam Connelly. She died May 30, 1909, and was buried from Holy Family church June 2, 1909.
The Columbus Tribune, June 16, 1909
DIED
ROTH--The death of Carl Roth was announced by the tolling of the fire-bell. Mr. Roth was born in Closswitz Saxon, Germany, March 12, 1870. He has been a resident of this city since 1893. In August, 1901, he was married to Miss Alvine Wolfe. After coming to Columbus, Mr. Roth followed his profession, that of a carpenter, until recently he has been proprietor of the Lindell Hotel. The funeral was held Sunday afternoon from the German Reformed church, Rev. Neumarker officiating, the procession being headed by the Columbus Fire Department, and following were the Sons of Harmons [sic], Maennerchor and Orpheus societes, of which he was a member.
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The death of Frederick Carl Roth occurred at noon, last Thursday, being caused by Bright's disease. Mr. Roth had been in poor health for some time and for two weeks was unable to leave his bed. He was a native of Germany, having been born in Closswitz, Saxony, March 12, 1870. In his younger days he was a carpenter and followed his trade after coming to Columbus in 1893, later becoming proprietor of the Lindell hotel. Mr. Roth was married to Miss Alvina wolfe, August 23, 1901, his wife surviving him. Rev. R. Neumarker, conducted the funeral service on Sunday afternoon at two o'clock in the German Reformed church. Mr. Roth was a member of the Columbus fire department and also of the Orpheus, Sons of Herman and Maennerchor societies.SAFFRAN--Mrs. Frank Scott returned last Monday to her home in Wenatchie, Washington, her nephew, Lee Tatum, accompanying her. Mrs. Scott was called to Columbus by the death of her mother, Mrs. Saffran.
LOSHBAUGH--Mr. Levi Loshbaugh, brother of Perry Loshbaugh, of this city, died last Friday at his home in Everett, Washington, from the effects of a surgical operation. Mr. Loshbaugh was sixty-two years of age.
BUNKER--Orion M. Bunker, a son of Wm. Bunker and a nephew of John Bunker, of this vicinity, died at Loyalton, California, on May 19, from injuries received from falling from a high trestle on which he was working. The young man was 32 years of age. His father hastened to the bedside of his son as soon as he learned of the accident, but failed to get there in time to see his son alive. Burial took place at the old home and birthplace of the deceased, in Pottawattamie county, Iowa. [Humphrey.]
KANHAM--Will Kanham, who formerly lived west of Bellwood, died at David City Tuesday evening after a short illness. He is another of the old boys in blue and who, on Decoration and Memorial days, always took part in the exercises at Bellwood. One by one they are answering the roll call in the spirit land. Deceased leaves a wife and several children to mourn their loss. [Bellwood.]
ANDREWS--A. Andrews, who until a few years ago lived on his farm northeast of Bellwood, died very suddenly at his home at David City Monday afternoon. In the morning his son, Will, talked with him over the phone from Bellwood and he seemed to be in his usual health. He was an old soldier and was about 75 years of age. He leaves behind him a wife and five children to mourn the loss of a loving husband and father. Funeral was held at David City Thursday and was largely attended.
ECKLEBERRY--Word was received here Sunday of the death of Mrs. Melissa Eckleberry at Bonesteel, South Dakota, May 29, 1909. Mrs. Eckleberry was an old-time resident of these parts and was held in the highest esteem by those who knew her, as a true Christian lady. [Richland and Vicinity.]
WOLFORD--Mrs. William Rathburn returned Saturday from Dunkirk, Ohio, where she has been caring for her mother during her last illness, she having passed away May 31st. Mrs. Rathburn's father, Mr. M. Wolford, accompanied her home and will remain during the summer.
The Columbus Journal, June 16, 1909
BIRTHS
NIENABER--Jos. Nienaber was called to Columbus Friday afternoon by the serious condition of his wife who had been at St. Mary's hospital receiving medical attention. F.H. Tieskotter took Jos. down in his automobile, returning the same evening. Saturday Jos. went down again and took his wife to an Omaha hospital where on Monday morning a Caesarean section was performed, with the result that Mr. and Mrs. Nienaber are the proud parents of a fine little daughter, and the mother is doing nicely. [Humphrey.]MARRIAGE LICENSES
C.V. Campbell, Columbus.....33; Lillian m. Saffran, Columbus.....27
Oliver Hedlund, St. Edward.....60; Catherine McColl, St. Edward.....50
Frank J. Kersenbrock, Columbus.....31; Emma L. Zinnecker, Columbus.....23
Stephen Synus, Humphrey.....28; Tillie Wilcynski, Columbus.....23
Rochus Pfeifer, Humphrey.....28; Carrie A. Foltz, Humphrey.....21MARRIED
CAMPBELL-SAFFRON--Wednesday evening Dr. C.A. Campbell and Miss Lillian M. Saffron were united in marriage at the home of the bride, in south Columbus, Rev. Harkness, pastor of the Presbyterian church, performing the ceremony. Owing to the recent bereavement in the home the wedding was a quite [sic] one, Homer Tiffany, Fred Saffron, Mrs. Will Hagel of this city, Mrs. Frank Scott of Wenatchee, Wash., and Miss Jean Campbell of Lincoln being present. A three course dinner was served after the ceremony. Mr. and Mrs. Campbell have gone to housekeeping at the Saffron home, and will take their wedding trip later in the summer.RECTOR-PEASE--Fred G. Rector of North Platte and Miss Carrie L. Pease of Holden, Mo., were married at the home of the bride's aunt in Central City, Nebraska, June 9. They have since been visiting at the home of the groom's parents, Mr. and Mrs. E.O. Rector, and other friends in Columbus.
GUTZWILLER-SCHOBER--Last Wednesday morning the marriage of Miss Emma Schober and Emil Gutzwiller was solemnized at St. Bonaventura's church, only a few relatives and intimate friends witnessing the ceremony. A wedding breakfast was served at the home of the bride's parents, Mr. and Mrs. Edward Schoeber, on East Fifteenth street, and later in the day Mr. and Mrs. Gutzwiller left to Omaha for a few days' visit with relatives. Mr. Gutzwiller is a step-son of E.W. Gassman, the Eleventh street baker, and since Mr. Gassman located in California, has purchased the bakery, and this city will continue to be the home of the couple.
KERSENBROCK-ZINNECKER--There was a pretty wedding at the Jacob Zinnecker home, this, Wednesday morning, when Miss Emma Zinnecker was united in marriage to Frank J. Kersenbrock, Rev. Henry Zinnecker of Sidney, Neb., a brother of the bride, performing the ceremony. Only relatives and intimate friends were among the invited guests, who witnessed the ceremony. Mr. and Mrs. Kersenbrock are two well known young Columbus people and have both been identified in the commercial circles of the city, Miss Zinnecker having been cashier and bookkeeper of the dry goods department of the Gray Mercantile Co., and Mr. Kersenbrock having been identified with the Dack drug store, but to become the manager of a business in which he has an interest as soon as the store room is completed. The couple left on No. 6 for Omaha, where they will spend their honeymoon and visit several days, returning the first of the week, after which they will be at home to their many Columbus friends.
GREISEN-WEMHOFF--Christian Greisen, son of Mr. and Mrs. Hilger Greisen of Platte Center, and Miss Victoria Wemhoff, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Clemens Wemhoff, sr., of the St. Mary's neighborhood were united in marriage at St. Mary's church last Tuesday morning, the pastor of the church officiating and the Platte Center priest saying mass. In the afternoon a reception was accorded the young couple at the home of the bride's parents and in the evening a wedding dance was given in Platte Center. Both bride and groom are prominent young people in their respective communities and they have the good wishes of all their friends. [Humphrey.]
LEACH-BOWMAN--Fullerton had a little romance to talk about the past week. On the 28th of May, Miss Anna Bowman accompanied by her sister, Mrs. Hill, went to St. Paul where they met Boyd Leach to whom Miss Anna was married that afternoon. The following day Boyd returned to his battleship, the South Dakota, at San Francisco, while Mrs. Leach and Mrs. Hill returned to Fullerton. Boyd has two years yet to serve in the navy. Later on he will be joined by his wife, who will remain near him until the expiration of his enlistment. [Fullerton.]
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ROTH--After an illness with Bright's disease for several months, and the two last weeks of which he has been confined to his bed, Frederick Carl Roth passed away Thursday. Mr. Roth was born in Closswitz, Saxony, Germany, March 12, 1870. In 1893, in company with his brother Paul he came to America, and to this city, which he has since made his home. For a number of years he followed his trade, that of a bricklayer, but later became proprietor of the Lindell hotel. He was married to Miss Alvina Wolfe on August 23, 1901. Besides his wife he leaves two brothers, Paul and William of this city, and two brothers and two sisters in Germany. Mr. Roth was an active member of the Columbus Fire department, belonging to the Hook and Ladder company. He was also a member of the Sons of Herman, M.B.A., Maennerchor and Orpheus. Funeral services were held Sunday afternoon at 2 o'clock, at the German Reformed church, being conducted by the pastor Rev. R. Neumarker, the services at the grave were in charge of the orders of which the deceased was a member.CALDWELL--Word has been received by Platte County people of the death of J.C. Caldwell, a former resident of this county, at his home in Weatherford, Okla. "Curley" Caldwell, as he was known was sheriff of this county about twenty years ago, and was quite prominent in politics. He will be remembered by all the old timers.
ANDREWS--A. Andrews, who until a few years ago lived on his farm northeast of Bellwood, died very suddenly at his home at David City Monday afternoon. In the morning his son Will talked with him over the phone from Bellwood and he seemed to be in his usual health. He was an old soldier and was about 75 years of age. He leaves behind him a wife and five children to mourn the loss of a loving husband and father. Funeral was held at David City Thursday and was largely attended. [Bellwood.]
The Columbus Tribune, June 23, 1909
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MARTIN--The angel of death again visited a Genoa home the last of the week and took the young son of Mr. and Mrs. W. E. Martin. The little fellow was attacked by a virulent case of diphtheria. Dr. Davis immediately summoned Dr. Martin, of Columbus, to his assistance, but medical skill was impotent and he died Saturday morning. The Leader joins the entire community in expressing heartfelt sympathy with the bereaved parents. [Genoa.]GROHMANN--Mrs. Johannah Grohmann, who was taken to the hospital at Columbus last week for medical treatment, died Thursday monring, June 17 at about 1 o'clock a.m. George Hoffman, her half brother of Minnesota, arrived at her bedside in the hospital Monday morning, at which time she knew him, was glad to see him and informed him of her financial affairs, as she had no hope of getting better. About noon Tuesday she beame unconscious and remained in that condition until death carried her over the river. Her husband preceded her to the grave about three years ago. Mrs. Grohmann leaves behind her three little girls, the eldest being about 13 years of age, the second eldest 9 years and the youngest 2 years and some months. They will receive from the D. of H., in which their mother was a member at death, $2,000, which will do much toward educating and caring for them; but is only a drop in the bucket compared with the loss of a mother. Mr. Hoffman informed us that he will take the three children home with him. Deceased's remains arrived in Bellwood Thursday morning and funeral was held Friday morning at St. Peter's Catholic church, after which interment took place in the Luxemburg cemetery. [Bellwood.]
CANHAM--Wm. Canham, who died at David City on Tuesday evening, June 8, 1909, was buried in the Bellwood cemetery on the following Friday. Deceased was born in England and came to the United States when he was a boy. He enlisted in the 28th New York Volunteers and defended the stars and stripes for two years and three months, at which time he was discharged with his regiment at Lockfort, New York, in '63. He was married shortly afterwards and moved to Michigan and from Michigan to Nebraska in 1873. He moved from his farm west of Bellwood to David City, where he purchased a home and at which place he died. He was aged 74 years, 4 months and 28 days. He left behind him a loving wife and six children to mourn the loss of a kind husband and father. One child, a son, preceded him to the grave. Funeral was very largely attended, many from David City being present at the grave. [Bellwood.]
The Columbus Journal, June 23, 1909
WEDDING ANNOUNCEMENTS
CUNNINGHAM-SPRAGUE--Cards are out announcing the wedding of Andrew Jackson Cunningham and Emma Lorea Sprague. The date set is July 7. The wedding will be at the home of bride's parents, Mr. and Mrs. C. _. Sprague in the evening, in the presence of a very few intimate friends and relatives of the young couple. [Silver Creek.]WEDDING INVITATIONS
PFEIFER-FOLTZ--Invitations are out for the wedding of Miss Carrie A. Foltz and Rochus Pfeifer prominent young people of this vicinity. The wedding will take place the twenty-ninth of this month. [Humphrey.]MARRIAGE LICENSES
Rudolph Opplinger, Columbus.....35; Louisa Lemp, Duncan.....23
John C. Stoffel, Humphrey.....24; Susie Fedderson, Humphrey.....19
Henry Barjenbruch, Leigh.....27; Alvine Loseke, Columbus.....22
Clarence McElfresh, Omaha.....27; Ethel B. Elliott, Columbus.....26
Homer A. Sanders, Edgemont, S.D.....24; Ella J. Rasmussen, Columbus.....24
Iver I. Week, Bradish.....27; Anna D. Tishammer, Newman Grove.....31MARRIED
SANDERS-RASMUSSEN--Tuesday at high noon Miss Ella Rasmussen of this city and Homer B. Sanders of Edgemont, S.D., were united in marriage at the home of the bride, on West Fourteenth street, Rev. Samuel D. Harkness, pastor of the Presbyterian church, performing the ceremony. About thirty intimate friends and relatives of the couple witnessed the ceremony, after which Mr. and Mrs. Sanders left on the afternoon train for Omaha and other eastern points on a short wedding trip before they go to Edgemont, where the groom is engaged in business.McELFRESH-ELLIOTT--At the home of the bride's parents, Mr. and Mrs. H.S. Elliott, on West Fifteenth street, at high noon Saturday, the wedding of Miss Ethel B. Elliott and C.N. McElfresh was solemnized, Rev. Samuel B. Harkness of the Presbyterian church performing the ceremony. Only a few intimate friends and relatives witnessed the ceremony, after which a four course luncheon was served. From 2:30 until 5 a reception was given by the parents of the bride, to which there were over two hundred invited guests. Mr. and Mrs. McElfresh left on an evening train for the east, and after a wedding trip will be at home to their many friends in Omaha, where the groom is a practicing attorney.
LANGE-BALING--Mr. and Mrs. T.R. Thomazin left Wednesday evening for Columbus to attend the marriage of their cousin, Wm. Lange and Miss Minnie Baling. [St. Edward.]
BARJENBRUCH-LOSEKE--Well, the wedding bells did ring Tuesday morning as we crossed Shell Creek, the marriage of Miss Alvine Loseke and Henry Barjenbruch being solemnized at the church, Rev. Deninger performing the ceremony. We wish them a long life and much happiness. [Route No. 1.]
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MARSHALL--Edgar Marshall, aged 17, a pupil at the Genoa Indian school, was drowned in the Loup river south of Genoa last Saturday aftenroon, while in bathing. The supposition is that he was taken with cramps. The river where he went down was dragged all night Saturday and Sunday. Monday morning pupils from the school patroled the banks of the river between Genoa and Monroe, and in the afternoon about four o'clock the body was discovered lodged against a sandbar. The remains were prepared for shipment to northern Michigan, the home of his parents, and passed through Columbus Tuesday.
The Columbus Tribune, June 30, 1909
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LEWIS--Mr. W. H. Lewis died at his home in the western part of the city last Saturday evening, June 26th. Mr. Lewis has, for a number of years, been a great sufferer from cancer of the face, which was the direct cause of his death. For the past two months he has been confined to his bed and for two or three weeks it was necessary to keep him under the influence of opiates because of his intense suffering. Mr. Lewis was born in Greece, New York, in 1841, and was married to Miss Cathrine Munson, of Salem, Wisconsin, in 1881, for some time afterward, living in Grand Rapids, Michigan. In 1886, he came to Columbus, where up to about six years ago, he was engaged in the stock business, since which time he has been unable to attend to business on account of ill-health. Mr. Lewis fought in the civil war and in the battle of Bull Run received a wound which confined him to the hospital during the remainder of the war. He was a member of the A.O.U.W. lodge and up to a year or two ago, a member of the G.A.R.'s. Mr. and Mrs. Lewis lost three children in infancy, and he leaves besides his wife, two daughters, Mrs. Forest Butler and Miss Mary Lewis, both of this city, also one sister, Mrs. Edwin Eaton, of Battle Creek, Michigan. The funeral services were conducted from the home on Monday afternoon at 2:30 o'clock by Rev. Wm. M. Dibble, and interment was made in the Columbus cemetery.HENRY--Mrs. Joseph Henry, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Hamer, died at her home in Basin, Wyoming, June 25. Anna Hamer was born in 1871, west of Monroe, this state. Her parents moved to this city in 1873, where she grew to young womanhood. She graduated from the Columbus high school with the class of 1890. After graduation she taught for two years, north of the city. From here she went to Basin, Wyoming, where she taught for two years. In 1902 she married Joseph Henry, of Basin, which has been their home since. She leaves to mourn her loss a father and mother of this city, a brother in Toledo, Ohio, and a husband and a little boy four days old.
ZEIGLER--Mrs. Charles Zeigler died at her home on West Fifteenth street last night at 11:30 o'clock. Mrs. Zeigler had been a sufferer for many years from paralysis, but by reason of much interest in current events kept her mentality keen and alert to the last. Arrangements for the funeral service are not yet complete.
RASMUSSEN--Columbus was greatly shocked this morning to learn of the death of N'Rose Rasmussen, which occured at the Methodist hospital in Omaha at half after twelve this (Wednesday) morning. Last Friday she was operated on for appendicitis, and seemed well started toward recovery until Monday night when she took a turn for the worse. Mrs. Frank Schram, who was with her during the operation, returned to Columbus on Monday, believing her sister to be out of danger, but went back to Omaha on Tuesday upon learning that she was not so well. N'Rose Rasmussen was born in Columbus January 30th, 1888, and all of her life has been spent here. She graduated from the Columbus high school in 1906, since when she has been engaged in teaching, in which profession she was very successful. For many years she has been a member of the Presbyterian church, and next to her bereaved family the church will feel her loss most keenly. She was loved by all for her sweet, sunny disposition, for her unselfishness during her illness of the last year. Mrs. Schram will bring her sister to Columbus this evening, and until then no arrangements for the funeral will be made. Besides her mother she leaves one brother, Albert Rasmussen, and four sisters; Mrs. Karl Becker, Mrs. Frank Schram, Mrs. Homer Sanders, of Edgemont, South Dakota, and Miss Olga Rasumssen [sic].
ZIMMERMAN--Edith Cathrine, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. A.C. Zimmerman, age 20 days, died last Friday. The funeral was held from their home on west 14th Saturday at 2:30, Rev. Roush officiating.
MARSHALL--Edwin Marshall, aged 16, a pupil of the Indian school, was drowned in the Loup, near the mount of the Beaver, last Saturday afternoon about three o'clock while bathing. He had been in the water only a short time when he was seen by his companions to throw up his hands and disappear. He was probably taken with cramps. One of the boys hurried to the school and gave the alarm, and J.W. Gorden, accompanied by several of the older pupils, went at once to the river to search for the remains, which was kept up until midnight without success. Sunday and Monday pupils patroled the banks of the river from the mount of the Beaver to Monroe, and about three o'clock Monday afternoon the body was found lodged on a sandbar. The remains were brought to town and prepared for burial, interment taking place in the school cemetery in the evening. Edwin Marshall was a Michigan Idian and had been a pupil in the school for the past two years. He was a member of the band and popular among the pupils. Memorial services were held in the auditorium Tuesday afternoon. [Genoa.]
GABLE--Geo. Gable, son of John Gable, and brother of Mrs. Cyrus Creek, whose home was in Dennison, Iowa, died suddenly in a hotel at Hawarden, Iowa, Wednesday of last week. The father of the deceased and Mr. and Mrs. Greek went to Dennison to attend the funeral, returning home Saturday, accompanied by Rev. M. Gable, another son of the elder Gable, who occupied the pulpit of the Congregational church last Sunday morning.
KEIMIG--A two months' old child of Mr. and Mrs. Frank Keimig, living on the Frank Fuger farm, died Tuesday of catarrhal fever. [Platte Center.]
The Columbus Journal, June 30, 1909
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HENRY--On Friday last Mr. and Mrs. Charles Hamer of this city received by telegram the sad news of the death of their daughter, Anna, that morning at Basin, Wyoming. The news was quite a shock to the aged parents, as it was the first intimation they had of any illness of their daughter. Anna Hamer was born on the Hamer homestead two and one-half miles west of Monroe, this county, thirty-eight years ago, coming to this city with her parents when she was five years of age. She attended the city schools and was a graduate of the class of 1890. She was a bright student and after graduation was a teacher for many years, both in her home county and in Wyoming. On the 11th day of May, 1902, at Casper, Wyo., she was united in marriage with Mr. Joseph Henry. They resided on their ranch at Big Trail for several years, and about three months ago removed to Basin where her death occurred on the 25th inst., the burial taking place the day following. She died of child birth. She leaves a loving husband, her aged parents, Mr. and Mrs. Charles Hamer, of this city, and one brother, A.J. Hamer, of Toledo, O. Peace to her memory.LEWIS--After suffering for several years with cancer, W.H. Lewis passed away at his home on West Fourteenth street last Saturday evening. Mr. Lewis was born near Rochester, N.Y., December 5, 1843. At the outbreak of the civil war he enlisted in the Thirteenth New York Infantry and served until 1863. He was wounded in the second battle of Bull Run and left on the field for dead, being taken prisoner by the Confederates, and afterwards being paroled. After the war he went to Wisconsin, and October 22, 1881, married Catherine B. Munson at Wilmot, that state. In October, 1887, they came to Nebraska and settled in Columbus, where Mr. Lewis was employed in the packing house, at that time located east of town. After this industry was discontinued he engaged in the stock buying business, which he followed as long as his health would permit. Besides his wife he leaves two daughters, Miss Mary Lewis and Mrs. Forrest Butler, both of this city. Funeral services were held Monday from the home, being conducted by Rev. Dibble, pastor of the Congregational church, and burial was in the Columbus cemetery.
RASMUSSEN--Unable to withstand the shock of the second operation for appendicitis, Miss N'Rose Rasmussen died at New Methodist hospital in Omaha Wednesday morning at 12:30. Last August the first operation was performed and at that time it was known that a second one would be necessary. Miss Rasmussen was born in this city January 30, 1888, and was a little over twenty-one years of age, this city having always been her home. She was a graduate of the Columbus schools and taught in the Platte county rural schools, going to near Elkhorn last year, and where she was again employed as teacher for the coming year. After the second operation it was thought she would recover, but Monday evening relatives were telephoned for, and she became worse rapidly and death followed. Besides her mother she leaves one brother, Albert, and four sisters, Mrs. Frank Schram, Mrs. Carl K. Becker and Olga Rasmussen of this city, and Mrs. H.A. Sanders of Edgemont, S.D. Funeral arrangements will not be made until this, Wednesday evening, when she will be brought here on No. 3, but they will be conducted by Rev. Harkness, she being ...
ZEIGLER--Mrs. C.W. Zeigler, a resident of Columbus and Platte county for fifty years, died at her home on West Fourteenth street, Tuesday evening, death resulting from a partial stroke of paralysis, which she suffered some time ago, and a general breaking down, due to old age. Mrs. Zeigler was born in New Bedford, Mass., August 26, 1827. The family then returned to their former home in England where they remained several years, crossing the ocean again and settling in New York. From there they went to Rock Island, Ill., in 1839, and then to Platte county in 1859, locating on the old Gerrard homestead, which is now the village of Monroe. Here she was married to C.W. Zeigler in April, 1871, and in 1872 they moved to Columbus. She joined the Presbyterian church over fifty years ago, and has since been identified with the church work. Besides her husband she leaves one sister, Mrs. W.T. Strother, and three brothers, Leander Gerrard of this city, E.A. Gerrard of Monroe and F.H. Gerrard of Calamus, Neb. The funeral will be held from the home Thursday afternoon, and the services will be conducted by Rev. Harkness, pastor of the Presbyterian church.
MOYER--M.J. Moyer, a prominent lawyer and formerly county judge of Madison county, died at his home in Madison last Thursday. The funeral was held Sunday afternoon, a few people from Humphrey attending the funeral. Mr. Moyer located in Madison for the practice of law in 1887. [Humphrey.]
CATE--William Cate a former resident of Colfax county was accidentally shot and killed at his home near Dunlap, Mo., June 10th, 1909. [Leigh.]