 Denison  Denison Daily News Tuesday, February 12, 1878 pg. 4 Born Sunday, February 10th, at 3 o'clock p.m., to Mr. and Mrs. F.N. Robertson, a girl. The happy parents have our congratulations. Denison Daily News Saturday, February 16, 1878 pg. 4 We regret to learn that Mrs. F.N. Robertson is lying very low, and that her situation is considered very critical. Mrs. Robertson is highly esteemed in this community, and we, together with her many friends, sincerely hope that a favorable change will take place. Denison Daily News Tuesday, February 19, 1878 pg. 4 We learn with pleasure that Mrs. Robertson, the wife of our esteemed friend F.N. Robertson, was considered by her attending physician on Monday greatly improved, and we hope to be able to report soon that she is restored to her usual health. Denison Daily News Tuesday, February 26, 1878 pg. 4 We regret to learn that Mrs. Robertson, wife of our esteemed fellow-citizen, F.N. Robertson, Esq., lies in a very low condition. Monday night Drs. Egan and Scott of Sherman came over, being summoned per telegraph, in order to assist at a consultation. The Denison Daily News February 26, 1878 DIED At Denison, February 26th, at 12:15 a.m., Mrs. Alice R. Robertson, aged 30 years, wife of F.N. Robertson, Esq., of this city. Mr. Robertson has the heartfelt sympathy of all in this sad affliction. The funeral services will take place at half past 2 o'clock this afternoon at the Presbyterian church. The friends and acquaintances of the family are invited to attend. The Denison Daily News Wednesday, February 27, 1878 The remains of Mrs. Alice R. Robertson, wife of our esteemed fellow townsman, F.N. Robertson, were laid to rest yesterday afternoon in Oakwood Cemetery. The funeral services were held in the Presbyterian church and were conducted by the resident clergy of Denison. Rev. John G. Fackler, pastor of the First Presbyterian Church of Sherman, preached the funeral sermon. The remains were followed to the cemetery by a large number of sympathizing friends. The deceased was highly esteemed by those who had the pleasure of being acquainted with her. Editor's Note: Alice R. Robertson was born in Pennsylvania in 1847. Denison Daily News Wednesday, February 28, 1878 pg. 4 The funeral of Mrs. Alice R. Robertson, wife of our esteemed fellow-townsman, F.R. [sic] Robertson, Esq., which took place Wednesday afternoon was largely attended. The funeral services were held in the Presbyterian Church. The cortege arrived at the church at 2:30 p.m. The coffin was carried into the church and placed before the altar. A beautiful hymn was sung, and after an impressive prayer by Rev. H.H. Hall, portions of the Holy Scriptures were read by Rev. R.M. Carson, which were followed by an appropriate sermon by Rev. John G. Fackler, pastor of the First Presbyterian Church of Sherman, an intimate friend of the parents of deceased. Another hymn was sung, and then a prayer by Rev. M.A. Daugherty, when the coffin was replaced in the hearse, and the funeral cortege wended its way to the cemetery. At the grave a few appropriate remarks were made by Rev. Mr. Kone, of this city, and then the remains were confided to earth. Mrs. Robertson was highly esteemed and respected by those who had the good fortune of being acquainted with her. The sorrowing husband and the bereaved babes, as well as the parents of deceased, have our sincere sympathies and the sympathies of our entire community. Wednesday, May 15, 1878 pg. 4 We regret to learn of the death of the infant child of F.N. Robertson, Esq., which occurred Monday morning. The gentleman has certainly met with sore affliction. Only a few months ago he lost his beloved wife, and now the infant follows its mother. He has the sincere sympathy of the community.   OAKWOOD CEMETERY
Susan Hawkins
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