Union Pacific Coal Company Employes’ Magazine, Jan 1934 Reliance The Reliance Community extends its sympathy to Mr. Howard McComas in the death of Mrs. McComas which occurred at the Wyoming General Hospital in Rock Springs, December 1. She will be greatly missed by her many friends. --- Union Pacific Coal Company Employes’ Magazine, Jan 1934 Winton The community extends its sympathy to Mr. and Mrs. William Lowe in the loss of one of the twin girls born to them, the other little girl is getting along fine at this writing. --- Rock Springs Rocket, Jan 3, 1934 Sister of Local Teacher Dies in Automobile Crash Vera O’Neil of Dunbar, Nebr., a sister of Vivian O’Neil, Rock Springs school teacher, died Saturday at Nebraska City, Nebr., from injuries received in an auto collision near there, according to word received here. She had a fractured skull, broken jaw, broken arm and cuts and bruises. Another sister was also hurt in the accident. The local teacher was in Dunbar at the time, spending the holidays there. She probably will not return until next Monday. Vera O’Neil was known by a number of local persons, having visited here several times. --- Rock Springs Rocket, Jan 3, 1934 Sister of Local Man Dies at Kemmerer Bill Wideman has returned from Kemmerer where he was called by the death of his sister, Helen Patria Wideman, 15. She died Dec. 30, from an attack of pneumonia. --- Rock Springs Rocket, Jan 3, 1934 Alice Chilton, Local Pioneer, Buried Tuesday Funeral services for Alice Chilton, 50, pioneer resident of Rock Springs who died Friday night at her home at 114 South Front street, were held Tuesday afternoon from the Congregational church. The Rev. O. P. Avery officiated. Burial took place here. Miss Chilton was found dead at her home Saturday morning. She succumbed to a sudden heart attack during the night. She was born in Rock Springs, and had lived here her entire life. She was well known throughout this district. Surviving her are her mother, Mrs. George Chilton, Sr.; two sisters, Elizabeth and Rosa Chilton; and two brothers, George and William Chilton. All are residents of Rock Springs. The Rogan mortuary has charge of arrangements. --- Rock Springs Rocket, Jan 10, 1934 U.S. Marshal George Hopkins Dead at Home George Hopkins, United States marshal at Evanston and a frequent Rock Springs visitor, died at his home at Evanston Monday evening at 7:35, according to word received here. No details of the death were learned. Hopkins was quite advanced in age. The local order of Elks will be in charge of funeral services, which will take place at Evanston Thursday afternoon at 2 o’clock. Hopkins was widely known throughout this district. --- Rock Springs Rocket, Jan 10, 1934 Former Local Miner Is Buried at Denver Nick Zivolich, a former resident of Rock Springs and a brother of Pete Zivolich and Mrs. Joseph Santich of this city, died last week at Denver. The local relatives attended the services Saturday in Denver. The deceased worked for the Union Pacific Coal company here in 1923. --- Rock Springs Rocket, Jan 10, 1934 Howard Back from Mother’s Funeral L.B. Howard returned Tuesday from Salt Lake City where he was called by the death of his mother, Mrs. John Robinson. Mrs. Robinson died Thursday evening after an illness of only two hours. Funeral services were held Sunday. Howard was accompanied to Salt Lake City by his wife. --- Rock Springs Rocket, Jan 10, 1934 Wounded Pinedale Boy Dies on Way To Local Hospital “Unloaded” Pistol Is Fatal to William Schwartz Wounded while scuffling with a playmate for possession of an “unloaded” pistol, William Schwartz, 15, of Pinedale, died Saturday while being rushed to the Wyoming General hospital here. During a scuffle between Schwartz and Clifford Cole, 17, also of Pinedale, the gun was discharged, the bullet penetrating Schwartz’ body four inches below the heart. Sheriff W.D. Holt of Sublette county said the death was accidental and no charges would be filed against Cole. A coroner’s jury, after an inquest, returned a verdict of accidental death. Funeral services, in charge of the Wildermuth mortuary of Rock Springs were held at Pinedale Monday. The body was then brought overland to Rock Springs and shipped to Ogden for burial. --- Rock Springs Rocket, Jan 10, 1934 Many Present at Funeral Services For Mrs. Samuels A large number of friends and relatives attended funeral services held Tuesday afternoon for Mrs. Elizabeth Samuels, 30, wife of George Samuels, who died early Saturday morning at the Wyoming General hospital. The services were held from the Episcopal church, of which she was a prominent member. The Rev. Herald Swezy officiated. Burial was at Mountain View cemetery. Mrs. Samuels was a native of North Wales. She was born at Broughton, North Wales, Aug. 20, 1903. She had lived in Rock Springs for the last 14 years. Surviving her, in addition to her husband, are two sons, Peter and Robert, both of Rock Springs; a sister, Mrs. J.W. Humphreys of North Wales; her mother, Mrs. Margaret Salisbury, of North Wales; and a brother, Otto Edwards, a soldier in India. Mrs. Samuels was widely known here and her death will be felt deeply. Funeral arrangements were in charge of the Rogan mortuary. --- Green River Star, Jan 12, 1934 Mrs. Banks Dies At Sons Home Mrs. Margaret J. Banks passed away at the home of her son, Robert E. Banks, on Friday evening, December 29 at 7:45, at the age of 89, had she lived until January 17 she would have been 90 years old. Mrs. Banks was born in Leed, Yorkshire, England, and came to Montpelier, Idaho, 53 years ago, with her late husband, W. H. Banks. Survivors are a daughter, Mrs. M. A. Astle of Salt Lake City, W. C. Banks, Montpelier; Robert E. Banks of this city, James Banks of Cokeville, George Banks of California and Ralph Banks of Superior, nine grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. The remains were shipped to Montpelier and services were held Wednesday in the L. D. S. church in that city. Interment was in the Montpelier cemetery. Mrs. A. C. Reinsch and Mrs. N. W. Evans attended the funeral from Green River. --- Rock Springs Rocket, Jan 17, 1934 Rodda Funeral to Be Held Sunday Funeral services for Mrs. Jennie Rodda, 53, wife of William Rodda, who died at their home Thursday following an illness, will be held Sunday afternoon at 2 o’clock at the Rogan mortuary. The body will lie in state at the Rodda home, 1027 Ninth street, from noon today until Sunday. The Rev. Hearld Swezy of the Episcopal church will officiate. Burial will take place in the K.P. plot at Mountain View cemetery. Mrs. Rodda was a native of England. She had lived in Rock Springs for the last 50 years. Surviving her, in addition to her husband, are three sons, William Alfred Rodda of Los Angeles, Calif.; and Irvin and George Thomas Rodda, both of Rock Springs; two sisters, Mrs. George Lovatt of Boulder, Wyo., and Mrs. Arthur Soulsby of Rock Springs; two brothers, William McQuillan and Thomas McQuillan, both of Rock Springs; and a half-brother, James Bertram of Big Piney. --- Green River Star, Jan 19, 1934 LINWOOD WOMAN DIES AT HOME OF MRS. SAPP THURS. Mrs. Lula F. Twitchell, 32, wife of Wilford Twitchell of Linwood, Utah, died here Thursday morning at three o’clock. Mrs. Twitchell was at the home of Mrs. Sapp, where last Monday morning she gave birth to a still born child. It was thought the mother was getting along nicely until Thursday morning when following a hemorrhage she passed away. Mrs. Twitchell is survived by her husband and eight children. The body was taken to her home in Linwood yesterday and the funeral will be from Manila tomorrow afternoon. --- Rock Springs Rocket, Jan 24, 1934 Local Man’s Brother Killed in Accident W.J. Lapier of Rock Springs received word this week of the death of his brother, James, 57, who was killed last month at Sylacaua, Ala. Lapier was fatally injured while hauling logs. The chain holding the logs broke sending them down on him. One log crushed his chest. He died a few days later. --- Rock Springs Rocket, Jan 24, 1934 Funeral Services For Mrs. M. Brown Will Be Thursday Funeral services will be held Thursday at 2:30 at the Episcopal church for Mrs. Mary Knox Brown, 66, who died Monday at the home of her son, James Knox. Rev. Herald Swezy will officiate. Mrs. Brown was born in Scotland. She had lived in Rock Springs for the past 35 years. Surviving her are two sons, Robert and James Knox of Rock Springs. The Order of Eastern Star will hold services at the Knox home at 2:00 p.m. Thursday. Interment will be made in Mountain View cemetery in charge of the Rogan mortuary. --- Rock Springs Rocket, Jan 24, 1934 DEATH CLAIMS HALSETH BABY Funeral services were held Monday for Andrew Elmer Halseth, the infant son of Mr. and Mrs. Elmer J. Halseth. The child was born Jan. 21 at the Wyoming General hospital and died the same day. Burial took place in St. Joseph’s cemetery. Arrangements were in charge of the Rogan mortuary. --- Rock Springs Rocket, Jan 24, 1934 Zupp Funeral Services Held Tuesday Morning Funeral services were held Tuesday morning at the North Side Catholic church for Mike Zupp, 66, retired coal miner, who died Friday. Zupp had lived in Rock Springs for the past 33 years. He was not married. Burial took place in St. Joseph’s cemetery in charge of Rogan mortuary. --- Green River Star, Jan 26, 1934 Thos. Leonard Dies In Ogden, Utah Sunday Thomas Leonard, 89, stepfather of Edward and James Singent, passed away in Ogden, Utah, last Sunday after a lingering illness, ascribed to general debility. Mr. Leonard at one time worked as section foreman for the Union Pacific Rail Road, but was pensioned for many years. He lived here at different times with Edward Singent, and has made many friends. He was a pioneer of this country. Funeral services were held in St. Joseph’s Catholic church in Ogden Monday and interment was in the Calvary cemetery at Salt Lake City, Utah. He leaves to mourn his departure his two stepsons, Edward and James Singent of this city and one daughter, Mrs. Fred Ohis of Case, California. --- Green River Star, Jan 26, 1934 BROTHER OF LOCAL MAN DIES IN COLO. John Riddle was called to Colorado Sunday night owing to the death of his brother, Andrew Riddle, who had been very ill the past month. The brother was injured in the Engle mines many years ago and has been an invalid ever since. Andrew Riddle was injured some 33 years ago in Engle, Colorado, while working with a rescue party in a mine accident. The injury was in his back, but he was undaunted he secured a job with a coal company at Zelday, Colorado, and with the aid of braces, crutches and a wheel chair continued to work and support his family. Which was surely a testimony of courage and loyalty as well as iron will. The funeral was held in Trinidad, Wednesday. He leaves to mourn his departure from this life his devoted wife, one son, three grandchildren, all of Colorado, and his brother, John Riddle of this city. --- Rock Springs Rocket, Jan 31, 1934 Routsala Services Takes Place Today Funeral services for Mrs. Senja Routsala, 47, of Reliance, who died Sunday afternoon at the Wyoming General hospital will take place at 2 p.m. today in the Rogan chapel. Gus Sturholm and Iver Hiibacka will officiate. Mrs. Routsala is survived by her husband, Ade, and two sons, Edward and Annuno of Reliance; two sisters, Mrs. Phillip Sturholm, Seattle, Wash., and Mrs. Valkama, Iron River, Mich.; and a brother, John Korktala of Astoria, Oregon. Burial will take place in Mountain View cemetery. --- Rock Springs Rocket, Jan 31, 1934 Mrs. Anna Sabo Dies Monday at Her Home Mrs. Anna Sabo, 56, died Monday morning at the family residence, 438 M street. Time and place of funeral services will be announced later. In addition to her husband, Albert Sabo Sr., Mrs. Sabo is survived by two sons, Albert and George of Rock Springs and eight daughters, Mrs. J.G. Young of Arizona; Mrs. Mack McGraw, Kemmerer; and Mrs. Joseph Marushinski, Mrs. Ernest Jelovsek, Mrs. Tony Diana, Mrs. Roy Rosene, Amelia and Elizabeth Sabo, all of Rock Springs. The Rogan mortuary is in charge of arrangements. --- Rock Springs Rocket, Jan 31, 1934 Funeral Services Held Tuesday for Overy Baby Funeral services were held Tuesday afternoon at 116 Blair avenue for Floyd J. Overy, infant son of Mr. and Mrs. Jacob Overy of Bitter Creek. The child died Monday at Bitter Creek. Burial took place at Mountain View cemetery. Rogan mortuary had charge of arrangements. --- Rock Springs Rocket, Jan 31, 1934 Mrs. Luke Foster, Pioneer, Is Dead Mrs. Luke Foster, 68, for 47 years a resident of Rock Springs, died early Tuesday at the home of her son, John D. Foster, assistant secretary of the Union Pacific Coal Co. Mrs. Foster was in ill health for only five days although she had been confined to her home the past year. Funeral services will be held on Thursday afternoon. Arrangements will probably be made for services in the Episcopal parish. In addition to her son, John, Mrs. Foster is survived by two other sons, Thomas, mine superintendent of the Union Pacific Coal company at Winton, and George Foster, employed by the CWA at Rock Springs airport. The Wildermuth Mortuary is in charge of arrangements. --- Union Pacific Coal Company Employes’ Magazine, Feb 1934 Obituary Mrs. Janie McQuillen Rodda, wife of William J. Rodda, Car Dropper Mine No. 8, Rock Springs, died January 1lth after a prolonged illness. She was born in Durham County, England, and came to the United States with her parents at an early age. Her marriage was October 23, 1900, and to the union were born three sons. Two brothers and two sisters also survive. Her many friends and relatives mourn her taking. The funeral was on Sunday, January 14, interment at Mountain View Cemetery, Rev. H. C. Swezy officiating. --- Union Pacific Coal Company Employes’ Magazine, Feb 1934 Reliance Mrs. D. Baxter was called to Ogden, Utah, owing to the death of her father, Mr. J.C. Westergard. The community extends its sympathy. Mr. Westergard was 88 years old at the time of his death. --- Union Pacific Coal Company Employes’ Magazine, Feb 1934 Winton Mr. James Kitching, who was called to England by the fatal illness of his mother, has returned to Winton after a long visit with relatives. --- Green River Star, Feb 2, 1934 County Pioneer Dies At Fort Bridger Andrew Popernak, 66, died at a ranch at Fort Bridger Tuesday, January 30, at 3 o’clock a.m. from heart failure. Funeral services will be held from the North Side Catholic church in Rock Springs at 9 a.m. Saturday. Mr. Popernak is a pioneer resident of Sweetwater county. He leaves to mourn his departure from this life his devoted wife, one son and three daughters, one of the daughters is Mrs. James Warren of this city. --- Green River Star, Feb 2, 1934 CARD OF THANKS Through the Green River Star, I wish to thank Carl Evers and his able men, for the wonderful work he has done in moving the Barrett Monument from the present site to the new cemetery, as this massive stone, over 8 tons, was placed in position without even a crack in the stone, which shows their careful work and skill, also for the many kindnesses shown us in the removing of my parents and sisters’ bodies. JAMES BARRETT --- Rock Springs Rocket, Feb 7, 1934 Funeral Services Held Sunday for Clyde Homan Services were held at 2 p.m. Sunday at the Rogan mortuary for Clyde Johnston Homan, 27, who died Wednesday at Superior. Pallbearers were Richard Dexter, Melvin Dexter, Bill Overy, Fred Kenney, Bill Bergen and Henry Lenzi. Homan was born in Cumberland, Wyo., June 6, 1906. He had lived in Superior the last four years, where he was a clerk in the U.P. Coal company store. Surviving Homan are his mother, Mrs. Isabelle Homan; two brothers, Harold and Del; and a sister, Mrs. Samuel Moore. Burial took place in Diamondville. --- Rock Springs Rocket, Feb 7, 1934 DEATH PARTS PIONEER ROCK SPRINGS PAIR Tom Crofts, Pioneer Resident of Rock Springs, Dies Sixty-two years of happy married life of one of Rock Springs’ venerable couples was brought to a close at 12:15 Saturday morning when Thomas Crofts, 83, passed away at the family home in No. 6. Services were held at the home Monday at 1:30 p.m. and at 2 p.m. in the Congregational church with Rev. Avery officiating. The church choir assisted by singing “Sometime We’ll Understand,” “The Old Rugged Cross” and “Blessed Be the Tie That Binds.” Pallbearers were six grandchildren of Mr. Crofts. They were Harry Crofts, William Golden, Clyde Crofts, Wilfred Bowker, Thomas Karg and Harold Crofts. Honorary pallbearers were Robert Murphy, Fred Elias, Robert Munn, George B. Pryde, Chris Bunning, James Dewar, J.B. Young, Thomas James, Moses Harvey, George Ace, Alfred Walker, Jack Parr, Matt Medill, David G. Thomas and Albert Walters. Mr. Crofts is survived by his wife, Mrs. Anna Crofts and six children, Charles W. Crofts, Mrs. William Wilson, Mrs. P.W. Karg and Mrs. John Shinazy, Rock Springs; and Herbert R. Crofts and Mrs. Louis Stevens of Portland, Ore. There are also 25 grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren. A brother, William Crofts of No. 6, and two brothers, Stephen and John Crofts, two sisters, Mrs. Clara Crofts and Mrs. Sarah Felis, who reside in England, also survive. Interment was made in Mountain View cemetery under direction of the Rogan mortuary. Thomas Crofts was born in Kilburn, Derbyshire, England, November 28, 1850. He married Anna Willott in St. Alkman’s church, Derbyshire, on March 31, 1872. At this same time, unknown to the Crofts, another pioneer couple of Rock Springs were married. They were Mr. and Mrs. James Overy Sr. The two couples ere strangers until they met in Rock Springs several years later, where they became close friends and neighbors. The Overys left Rock Springs in 1923 for Salt Lake City and have lived there since. Crofts came to America in 1882. He came directly to Rock Springs, arriving here May 22. The following day he started to work for the Union Pacific Coal company in the No. 3 mine and remained in continuous service in the company until he was 76 years old. In July 1929, Crofts was retired and given a pension by the coal company. The esteem in which he was held by all who knew him is reflefcted in a poem written in 1924 by D.G. Thomas, at that time foreman of the mine in which Crofts worked. SING AGAIN, OLD MINER To Tom Crofts Sit down, Tom, and tune your lyre, Let the old sons ring once more With the ardency and fire You displayed in days of yore; With those merry songs of gladness You would banish every strife, Hurl the pallid ghost of sadness To the backwoods of your life. In the gloomy, damp recesses, By the lamp-light’s feeble glow, Where the darkness weighs and presses Ev’rywhere your footsteps go; I have watched you at your labor, Heard you chant a roundelay, Cheering on the lagging neighbor, Falter along the way. Music gives the world its pleasure; It’s the essence that controls Stars and planets—makes them measure To the glory of men’s souls; A gift of it to you was given For a purpose good and true, So that when you go to heaven You can sing as angels do. Sing for us again, old miner, From the canyon of your soul; Make the old songs echo finer Than in youth you made them roll; Mind it not that you are hoary— Bending like an ancient bough; That is but a sign of glory God has placed upon your brow. --D.G. Thomas. --- Rock Springs Rocket, Feb 7, 1934 Services Held Saturday For Andrew Popprenaik Funeral services were held Saturday at 9 a.m. at the North Side Catholic church for Andrew Poprenaik, 65, miner and rancher, who died Jan. 30 at Milburn, Wyo. Father Albin Gnidovec officiated. Poppernaik was born Feb. 2, 1868 in Austria. He is survived by his wife, Helen, and a son, Michael of Milburn; three daughters, Mrs. Urban Taucher, Winton; Mrs. James Warren, Green River, and Bertha Popprenaik of Rock Springs. A brother lives in Austria. Burial took place in St. Joseph’s cemetery in charge of Rogan mortuary. --- Green River Star, Feb 9, 1934 SMALL CHILD BURIED IN OGDEN TUESDAY Kenneth, the four-months-old son of Mr. and Mrs. D. K. Nelson of Peru, died Sunday at the family home. The body was shipped to Ogden, Utah, where funeral services were held Tuesday, and the little one laid to rest in the Ogden cemetery. --- Rock Springs Rocket, Feb 14, 1934 Mrs. M.A. Hegewald Of Laramie Is Dead Mrs. Mary A. Hegewald, 71, mother of George W. Hegewald of Rock Springs, a member of one of Laramie’s oldest families, died Monday morning in her Laramie home after an illness of two days. She suffered a heart attack Saturday. Mrs. Hegewald was the widow of Herman Hegewald, prominent Wyoming buinses man and financier, who died in Denver in 1929. Mrs. William Thompson of Rock Springs and Mrs. Thomas Dodds of Winton, are nieces. Three daughters and another son also survive Mrs. Hegewald. They are Mrs. William E. Tegner, Burlingame, Calif.; Mrs. John H. Burnsmier, Ogden; Edna and Charles Hegewald, both of Laramie. Mrs. Hegewald was born in Galway, Ireland, April 16, 1862 and came tot his country when 18. --- Rock Springs Rocket, Feb 14, 1934 Mrs. Forshaw, Long Time Resident, Dies Funeral services for Mrs. Catherine Forshaw will be held at ten a.m. Thursday in the Episcopal church. Mrs. Forshaw, a resident of Rock Springs for 27 years, died on her 61st birthday, Feb. 11. She came here from Howebridge, Lancastershire, England. Mrs. Forshaw’s body will lie in state at the Wildermuth Mortuary between 9 and 9:30 a.m. Burial will be in Farson following a short service at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Ira Bishopp at 2 p.m. Mrs. Forshaw was a member of the Farson Woman’s club. Surviving are four sons, Frank, with the CCC in Dennison, Texas; Harold of Meeteetse; Leonard of Rock Springs; and Sergeant James Davis of the Flying Squadron in Panama; and a daughter, Nellie, of Rock Springs. All but James will be here for the services. Two brothers and two sisters reside in England. --- Rock Springs Rocket, Feb 14, 1934 Services for Mrs. Mary Lakko Sunday Funeral services for Mrs. Mary Lakko, 60, who died Wednesday morning in Dines, will be held at 2 p.m. Sunday in the Rogan Chapel. John Kiviaho will officiate. Surviving are her husband, Henry; a daughter, Helen; a son, William; and a granddaughter, Shirley Jeane, all of Dines. Burial will be in the family plot in Mountain View cemetery. --- Rock Springs Rocket, Feb 21, 1934 Mrs. Lena Wall, 58, Of Superior, Is Dead Funeral services for Mrs. Lena Wall, 58, of Superior, who died Friday in Wyoming General hospital were held Tuesday afternoon in Rogan chapel. Burial was in Mountain View cemetery. Mrs. Wall is survived by her husband, Fred, four daughters and two sons, Mrs. Matthew Morrow Jr., Ellen, Agnes, Edna, Edward and Herbert, all of Superior; two sisters, Mrs. Pete Davidson, Rock Springs, and Elin Mangnuson, Sweden. Rev. O.P. Avery conducted the service. --- Rock Springs Rocket, Feb 24, 1934 Infant Son of Mr. and Mrs. F.J. Kaumo Dies Funeral services for William Joseph Kaumo, two-month-old son of Mr. and Mrs. F.J. Kaumo, who died Thursday in the Wyoming General hospital, will be held at 2:30 p.m. Saturday. The body will be removed from the Rogan mortuary to the Kaumo home, 715 End street, at 4 p.m. today. Father John S. Sullivan will conduct the funeral services in the South Side Catholic church. In addition to Mr. and Mrs. Kaumo, three sisters, Shirley, Beverly and Norma, survive. --- Rock Springs Rocket, Feb 28, 1934 Mrs. Nettie Bruce, Once Bitter Creek Postmaster, Dies Mrs. Nettie Bruce, 62, former Bitter Creek postmaster, and at one time Uinta county clerk, died in Denver Saturday. Burial was in Mountain View cemetery following services in the Rogan chapel Monday. Mrs. Bruce was the mother of Mrs. Nettie Decker of Rock Springs, John A. Bruce, Horse Creek, Wyo., Frank F. Bruce, Denver, Austin A. Bruce, Pueblo. She also is survived by two brothers and two sisters, Mrs. Emily Tabke, Hollywood; Lydia Barton, Evanston; Orville Bernard, Colorado Springs; and Melvin Bernard, Denver. Mrs. Bruce was a member of the Methodist church Epworth league and taught Sunday school for many years in Evanston. She also belonged to the Royal Neighbors. --- Rock Springs Rocket, Feb 28, 1934 Funeral Services Today For G.L. Walker, Crash Victim Killed Friday When Huge Boeing Plane Wrecks on Mountain Side Soon After Leaving Salt Lake Port Funeral services for the remains of Gene L. Walker, Rock Springs business man, killed Friday afternoon with seven others when a United Air Lines plane crashed near Parley’s canyon summit, 20 miles east of Salt Lake City, will be conducted at 2:30 o’clock this afternoon at the family home, 711 C street. Rock Springs lodge, B.P.O. Elks, of which deceased was a member, will perform funeral rites of the order at the home. Rev. Hubert Webster of the Methodist church will be the officiating minister. At the graveside in Mountain View cemetery members of Archie Hay post, the American Legion, with color guard and firing squad, will pay their last respects to a departed comrade of the World war. Funeral arrangements are being directed by the Wildermuth mortuary. Pallbearers will be A.L. McCurtain, Earl Lawless, Walter Larsen, Louis Nelson, James Vicars and Andy Angelovic. Walker is survived by his wife, nee Josephine Crippa, and their seven-year-old daughter, Velma Jean; by his father and mother, Mr. and Mrs. R.T Walker; two sisters, Mrs. Ollie Slaughter and Miss Bonny Walker, and one brother, Guy S. Walker, all of Rocky Ford, Colo. All will be present at the funeral services. Pioneer In Auto Business Gene Lester Walker, who was 39 years of age at the time of his death was born at Regan, Nebr. He removed to Rocky Ford with his parents and in 1914 came to Rock Springs where he opened the first tire and battery service in this city in the building now occupied by the Rock Springs Electric company. For the past four years he had conducted the firm of G.L. Walker, Inc., Ford distributors, and prior to that was associated in business with James Vicars. He was a successful business man and contributed much to the progress of this community. His friends, who were many, describe him as an honest man with keen foresight and who followed the motto of fairness in all his transactions. Plane Crashed 2:26 p.m. Friday The tragedy that claimed Walker’s life took place, as near as can be estimated by airline officials, at 2:26 p.m. Friday, a few minutes after the ill-fated Boeing plane took off from the Salt Lake City field. He had gone to Salt Lake Thursday to transact business and was en route home. The crash that claimed his life also took the lives of J.J. Sterling, mayor and attorney of Benton Harbor, Mich.; Marcellus Zinsmaster, baking company official, Des Moines, Ia.; Bert McLaughlin, grocer of Perry, Ia.; E.W. Berglund, grocer and American Legion commander, Boone, Ia.; Mary Carter, stewardess, Salt Lake City; Lloyd Anderson, pilot, Cheyenne; and Kris G. Danielson, co-pilot, Cheyenne. Government and airline officials who have been investigating cause of the crash refuse to hazard an opinion other than to intimate that unfavorable weather undoubtedly was a contributing factor. Facts so far uncovered in the investigation are: That the plane landed on its nose in an almost vertical position. That it landed apparently in an inverted position, i.e., that the back of the plane was facing the hill, indicating that the plane may have either slipped over during an altitude climb or half back turn or may have started a tailspin. That the crash occurred at 2:26 p.m., a few minutes after the takeoff Friday at 2 p.m., when the ill-fated ship disappeared into the skies. The time of the accident was fixed by the watch of co-pilot Eric Danielson, and somewhat corroborated by the ship clock, the hour hand of which was beyond 2 o’clock, but the minute hand was broken off. That the atmosphere at the time of the crash was heavy with fog. That pilot Anderson was still flying when the fatal plunge began and evidently was not seeking a forced landing, because the wheels of the ship were folded against the wings and the throttle was open. That there were apparently no structural defects in the plane. But other theories of the cause of the fatalities abounded. It is not known, definitely, whether the plane was above, beneath of in the fog, although investigators leaned to the opinion that the plane was flying “blind” through the fog. Causes of the crash were rumored variedly from a stalled motor, a too sudden ascent, to the striking of an obstruction which catapulted the plane between two trees, where it lit in a tangled mass of twisted steel. All Killed Instantly All occupants of the ill-fated air liner were instantly killed by the impact and their mangled, dismembered bodies were found in a heap in the front of the ship after a frantic two-day search of the trackless wastes between Salt Lake City and Cheyenne. Six planes of the United Air Lines, one from the Western Air Express and an army plane, working in divisions out of Salt Lake and Rock Springs kept up a ceaseless search in spite of snow storms and fog. The wrecked plane was first sighted from the air Sunday at 5:21 p.m. by Don Broughton and Creighton H. Greer, pilots of one of the searching ships. Ground parties were soon at the wreck and began the gruesome task of removing the bodies. The body of co-pilot Danielson was not recovered until yesterday. E.D. Crippa, brother-in-law of Walker and Mrs. Walker, claimed the remains of the Rock Springs man and brought them to this city yesterday morning. Wait in Vain for Friends Al Weppner, of Cheyenne, and Joseph Weppner of Rock Springs, who was a guest at the home of his brother, waited in vain Friday afternoon for the arrival of three of the crash victims. McLaughlin, Bergland and Zinsmaster, who were to be guests for the evening at the Weppner home in Cheyenne. --- Rock Springs Rocket, Feb 28, 1934 Mrs. Ben Westlund Dies in Auburn Mrs. Ben Westlund, a former resident of Rock Springs and a sister of Mrs. Millie Hansen, died at her home in Auburn, Wash., Sunday evening. Mrs. Westlund is survived by her husband, two children and two sisters, Mrs. Hansen of Rock Springs and Mrs. George Harris of Auburn, a resident of Green River until two years ago. Mrs. Hansen was unable to attend the funeral because of illness. --- Rock Springs Rocket, Feb 28, 1934 JAMES ZUECK DIES IN OGDEN James Zueck, uncle of John Zueck and a pioneer resident of Superior, died in Ogden Monday night. Mr. Zueck was a member of the Union Pacific Coal company’s Old Timer’s association, having served 40 years. Funeral services have not been completed. The body was brought to Rock Springs early this morning. --- Rock Springs Rocket, Feb 28, 1934 INFANT LAID TO REST Frank Buh, infant son of Mr. and Mrs. Andrew Buh of Rock Springs, was laid to rest Monday in Mountain View cemetery. Services were held from the North Side Catholic church with Rev. Albin Gnidovec officiating. Burial was in charge of the Rogan mortuary. --- Union Pacific Coal Company Employes’ Magazine, Mar 1934 Death of Pioneer Resident Mrs. Luke Foster, for many years a resident of Rock Springs, died January 30 at the home of her son (John) after a brief illness. Three sons survive her, John D., Thomas and George. Funeral services were held, Rev. Hubert Webster officiating, in the local cemetery. --- Union Pacific Coal Company Employes’ Magazine, Mar 1934 Death of Former Union Pacific Coal Company Employe Mr. Andrew M. Riddle Sr., born in Pennsylvania November 18, 1873, for many years employed by The Union Pacific Coal Company prior to 1896, died Sunday, January 21, in the Corwin Hospital at Pueblo, Colorado. A son, Andrew Jr., is Secretary to President Roeder of the Colorado Fuel and Iron Company, Denver. Hopelessly crippled with a broken back in 1900 at the Engle Coal property, paralyzed from the waist down, he earned promotion despite terrific odds, being appointed in 1918 Assistant Superintendent of the Frederick Mine at Valdez, Colorado. Interment was at Trinidad, Colorado. --- Union Pacific Coal Company Employes’ Magazine, Mar 1934 Passing of an Old Timer Mr. Thomas Croft, familiarly known to his multitude of friends these many years as “Tom," passed to the Great Beyond about one o'clock A. M., February 3, 1934. He was born in 1850 at Kilburne, Derbyshire, England, and at the early age of nine entered the coal mines there working beside his father from whom he acquired his knowledge concerning the mining of coal. In 1872 he led to the altar Miss Anna Willott, to which union were born thirteen children. In 1881 they left their homeland for the United States coming direct to Rock Springs, where he secured employment with The Union Pacific Coal Company as a miner. After being engaged in this and other occupations closely identified with that class of labor for many years, he was transferred to No. 6 Wells as pumper on the night shift, this being his last service for the Company prior to retirement on pension July 15, 1927. Services at the Congregational Church were conducted by the Rev. O. P. Avery, Pastor, on the afternoon of February 5, some old favorite hymns of the deceased being rendered by a double quartette. Interment was at Mountain View Cemetery. Mr. Croft's employment with the Company, as above mentioned, dates from 1882, consequently his name was carried in our Old Timers' Association roster showing 52 years connection therewith. He had labored in the mines here under Superintendent, now local County Judge, David G. Thomas, and the latter in 1924 dedicated the poem printed below “Sing Again, Old Miner” to Mr. Croft, and, in the touching eulogy delivered by the Rev. Avery, several verses thereof were feelingly read by the latter. The widow, two sons, four daughters and twenty-five grandchildren and twelve great grandchildren survive him, and the sympathy of the community is extended to them in their time of bereavement. Three brothers and two sisters also mourn his loss. --- Union Pacific Coal Company Employes’ Magazine, Mar 1934 Obituary Notices Michael Zupp died at his residence, 1003 Seventh Street, Rock Springs, on January 19, after a brief illness. He entered the employ of the Company at Rock Springs in the year 1900, and retired from the service in 1928. Mr. Zupp was a native of Poland and a member of the Old Timers Association. High mass was celebrated at the North Side Catholic Church, January 23, Father Gnidovec, Father Schillinger and Father Welsh officiating, the interment being in the local St. Joseph Cemetery. A brother living in Poland and a nephew in France are the sole survivors of the family. Mrs. Routsala, wife of Ade Routsala, employed as Blacksmith at Reliance, died January 28, after a short illness. The sympathy of the community goes out to the bereaved husband and two grown sons. The interment took place in Rock Springs on January 31, with the funeral services in charge of Ivor Hiibacka and Gus Sturholm. The Routsalas formerly lived in Rock Springs and the head of the family entered our employ at that point in 1906, being a member of the Old Timers' Association. Mr. Mike Borcich, born April 27, 1875, at Yeljava, Jugo-Slavia, and who entered the service of our Company at Rock Springs, May 1903, died at Superior, February 9, 1934. Mr. Borcich was a married man, his wife still residing in the Old Country, and he also has a brother, Daniel, employed in our mines at Superior. The funeral was Sunday, February 11, services being held at Rogan's Funeral Chapel with interment in the local cemetery. Mr. Borcich was out of the service for a period of four years upon which occasion he visited his native country. --- Union Pacific Coal Company Employes’ Magazine, Mar 1934 Reliance Mr. and Mrs. Guy Thomas returned from Illinois February 4th, where they attended the funeral of Mrs. Thomas’s father. --- Union Pacific Coal Company Employes’ Magazine, Mar 1934 Winton Mr. Mike Georgoff died at the hospital in Rock Springs on February 8, 1934. He had been suffering from heart trouble for some time. --- Green River Star, Mar 2, 1934 Mrs. Hans Larsen Dies At Home Mrs. Hans Larsen passed quietly away at her home, yesterday morning at 11:30 o’clock from complications. Mrs. Larsen has been ill for the past two years, and has been confined to her home the past four months, she did not take to her bed however, until the last three weeks. Although she suffered a great deal of pain she never complained, and was always cheerful. Minerva Janet Dale Larsen was born in Kaysville, Utah, September 7, 1872. While visiting here with her sister she met and wed Hans Larsen, June 16, 1900. To this union two daughters were born, one the baby daughter, Gladys, passed away in 1915. The deceased was a devoted mother, wife and true friend, and many are the deeds of kindness remembered by her many friends, as she was never so happy as when doing for others. She leaves to mourn her passing form this life, a heartbroken husband, one daughter, Mrs. Paul Brewer of this city, two sisters, Mrs. Chas. Finlayson of Omaha, Neb., Mrs. Jennie Gordon of Oakland, Calif., and three grandchildren and a host of friends. Funeral services will be from the local Catholic church Saturday morning at 9 a.m. and interment will be in the Riverview cemetery. --- Green River Star, Mar 2, 1934 SISTER OF FORMER RESIDENT PASSES AWAY Word was received that Mrs. Ben Westlund of Auburn, Washington, passed away last Sunday. Mrs. Westlund is a sister of Mrs. George Harris, Jr., a former Green River resident and has visited here with Mrs. Harris many times, and her many friends will regret to learn of her untimely death. --- Green River Star, Mar 2, 1934 Mrs. Carrie Wade was called to Woodland, Utah, Monday, owing to the death of her son, William Dougdale, Tuesday. Mr. and Mrs. Earl King and Mr. and Mrs. George Cottle also motored down to attend the funeral. --- Rock Springs Rocket, Mar 3, 1934 Hundreds Attend Funeral Services for G.L. Walker Gene L. Walker, local business man and recent Boeing plane crash victim, was laid to rest Wednesday afternoon while one of the largest audiences in the history of Rock Springs paid tribute. Friends from other states as well as this locality crowded the Walker home, 711 C street where the last rites were held. Cars lined the street for several blocks. All business houses were closed for two hours while funeral services were held, by proclamation of Mayor Walter A. Muir. The services were conducted by Rev. Hubert Webster and the B.P.O. Elks, of which Walker was a member. Mr. Walker’s body was conducted to Mountain View cemetery by a long procession formed by an American Legion guard, members of the B.P.O. Elks and many automobiles of acquaintances. Floral offerings from business associates and other friends packed the Walker home and completely covered the grave. All of the immediate relatives attended the funeral: Mrs. Josephine Walker, his widow and daughter, Velma Jean, of Rock Springs; his father and mother, Mr. and Mrs. R.T. Walker; two sisters, Mrs. Ollie Slaughter and Miss Bonny Walker, and his brother, Guy S. Walker, all of Rocky Ford, Colo. Mr. Walker will be long remembered by the people of Rock Springs as a conservative and successful business man and associate, a splendid citizen and a faithful friend. --- Rock Springs Rocket, Mar 3, 1934 L.D. Tanner Dies Of Heart Attack While Driving Car L.D. Tanner, prominent Big Piney citizen and proprietor of the Big Piney Hardware and Implement store, was found dead in his car Tuesday, in the streets of Big Piney. Tanner, while driving through town, suffered a heart attack. The car in which he was found dead, had rolled to one side of the road into a small ditch. Tanner, a former member of the state legislature, was a member of the state board of control of water and superintendent of No. 4 district. He was well known throughout the state and particularly in this vicinity, since, as superintendent of this district, he heard and tried all water cases. Funeral services will be conducted by Rev. A.C. Best at 2 o’clock today in Big Piney. Tanner is survived by his wife; three daughters, Mrs. Irving E. Corthell of Laramie, Mrs. George Abbot of Minneapolis and Miss Beth Tanner, a student at the university, and a son, Francis, of Big Piney. --- Rock Springs Rocket, Mar 3, 1934 FORMER WINTON RESIDENT DEAD Joe Marta, 41, former Winton resident, died in Los Angeles last week. Marta was a resident of Winton for eight years, having moved to California in 1929. He is survived by a sister, Mrs. Henry Scala of Rock Springs, two sons and a daughter of Los Angeles. Mr. and Mrs. Scala left early this week to attend the funeral. They plan to return next week. --- Rock Springs Rocket, Mar 3, 1934 GREEN RIVER WOMAN DEAD Mrs. Minerva Dall Larsen, 61, wife of Hans Larsen of Green River, passed away at her home there Thursday morning at 11:30. She is survived by her husband, and daughter, Mrs. Paul A. Brewer of Green River, and two sisters, Mrs. Charles Finlayson of Omaha, Neb. and Mrs. Janie Garden of Oakland, Calif. Mrs. Larsen had been a resident of Wyoming for 36 years, having moved to Green River when 25 years old. Burial will take place this morning at 9:00 from the Green River Catholic church, with the Rogan mortuary in charge. Interment will be in Mountain View [sic] cemetery. --- Rock Springs Rocket, Mar 3, 1934 OLIVER’S BROTHER KILLED Mr. and Mrs. John Oliver of Blairtown left Tuesday night to attend the funeral of Mr. Oliver’s brother, Albert, superintendent of a coal mine near Boulder, Colo., who died Monday from injuries suffered in an automobile accident Saturday. --- Rock Springs Rocket, Mar 7, 1934 Green River Negro Dies of Suffocation Robert Lee, 63, Negro, was found dead at 11 a.m. Tuesday morning on the south side of Green River. Lee, who had lived in Green River since 1914, had been ill. His body was found dead by William Short who had visited Lee’s home and was returning with medicine. His death was caused by suffocation, according to the coroner. --- Rock Springs Rocket, Mar 7, 1934 Kemmerer Man Buried Here Funeral services were held Sunday at 3:00 o’clock from Rogan mortuary for Marcus R. Robinson, 27, colored, who was killed by his wife following a quarrel in Kemmerer early last week. He is survived by his parents, Mr. and Mrs. M.S. Robinson of Kelso, Washington; five brothers, Ryde of Hanna, Virgil of Rock Springs, Lloyd, Edsin and Melvil of Kelso; three sisters, Mrs. Walter Gresham of Dines, Mrs. Essie Hart and Miss Dolores Robinson of Kelso. --- Green River Star, Mar 9, 1934 Tuesday of last week, L. D. Tanner, a prominent Big Piney citizen and pioneer of Wyoming, was found dead in his car shortly after the lunch hour. Mr. Tanner was Water Superintendent of District No. Four. Funeral services held in Big Piney last Friday. --- Green River Star, Mar 9, 1934 Colored Man Dies Suddenly Tuesday Robert Lee, 50, died suddenly at his home on the south side Tuesday morning at 11:30 o’clock. Heart attack was given as the cause of death. Lee had been a resident of Green River for the past ten years, he was born in Virginia. Funeral services were held from the Green River Merc. Mortuary Wednesday at 2:30 p. m. --- Green River Star, Mar 16, 1934 Section Foreman Found Dead Here H. Saito was found dead Wednesday morning by his wife when she went to awaken him. Born in Japan some 41 years ago. Has been section foreman here for two years. Sudden death was due to a heart attack. He leaves to mourn a wife and seven children. Funeral services will be held at the Social Hall this afternoon at 2 o’clock. Rev. A. J. Blackmon will have charge, the remains will be shipped to Denver tonight where they will be cremated. --- Green River Star, Mar 16, 1934 OLD TIME G. R. RESIDENT DIES FRIDAY Mrs. B. Gamble and family and citizens of Green River were shocked last Friday on learning that Mr. Gamble had suddenly passed away while visiting at his ranch at Burnt Fork. Mr. Gamble had not been feeling in the best of health, yet he was not sick and Friday morning he decided to make a trip to the ranch, saying to his wife that he thought a ride in the fresh air would make him feel better. He had been at the ranch but a short time when he was taken violently ill, with what appeared to be an acute heart attack, and died almost instantly. He had always been a healthy man, never having been ill in all his life, so the symptoms that he had previous to his death did not alarm him, as he had never consulted a physician during the course of his entire life. Garribaldi Gamble was the son of Mr. and Mrs. Daniel Gamble, born in Ogden, Utah, August 27, 1860. Came to Wyoming in 1881, when but 21 years of age. Wed Miss Annie Rolfe on Sept. 10, 1888 in Vernal, Utah, and made their ranch home at Burnt Fork, until five years ago when he retired from active life and moved to Green River. He is survived by his widow and four children, Mrs. Ethel Logan of Sage Creek, Mrs. Madge Stevens of Manila, and Earl Gamble of Burnt Fork. Three sisters, Mrs. Ester Hammond, Mrs. Lillian Brady, Miss Eva Gamble all of Salt Lake, and who were here to attend the funeral. Funeral services were held Tuesday afternoon at the L. D. S. church. The speakers were Rev. Wallace Johnson of Mt. View, who was a special life long friend of the deceased, and together they rode the range 50 years ago, and O. S. Hart, and the benediction was by Henry Heiner of Burnt Fork. The pallbearers were also life long friends, George Bullock, V. Pearson, George Stall, Tom Welch, William Stoll, and William Hutton. Interment was in Riverview cemetery, where a long cortege of friends followed this good man to his last resting place. --- Rock Springs Rocket, Mar 21, 1934 UNION PACIFIC EMPLOYEE KILLED NEAR GRANGER W.R. Pickrell, 60, of Evanston, assistant signal supervisor for the Union Pacific, was instantly killed at 7:30 p.m. Monday when an eastbound freight train collided with a small “speeder” he was riding 17 miles east of Granger. Pickrell’s body was found by M.R. Dearden, roadmaster, several hours later. Pickrell was attempting to get the car off the track it is believed. Both of Pickrell’s legs were broken and his body was severely bruised and cut, according to Coroner William Walters of Rock Springs. The engine crew evidently failed to see the car and were ignorant of the accident. Pickrell was a former Green River resident. He is survived by his wife and two children. He had been employed by the Union Pacific for 25 years. An inquest will be held at 8 p.m. today in Green River city hall. --- Rock Springs Rocket, Mar 21, 1934 Mrs. F.M. Beamer Dies in Torrington Mrs. F.M. Beamer, Torrington, was buried March 13 in Monroe, Iowa. Mrs. Beamer, formerly Miss Winnifred Marshall, deaconess at the Methodist church here, was hurt several weeks ago when another car ran into the Beamer car near Las Vegas, N.M. Mr. and Mrs. Beamer were returning home from El Paso, Tex., where they had attended the funeral of Mrs. Beamer’s son, Hugh Beamer. Mrs. Beamer received several head injuries but was pronounced out of danger when erysipelas and then pneumonia set in. Word was received here Saturday, March 10, by Miss Anna Corpellussen that Mrs. Beamer had passed away during the night. --- Rock Springs Rocket, Mar 21, 1934 Dr. C.O. Larson of Superior Is Dead Dr. C.O. Larson, 43, of Superior, a member of the Wyoming General hospital staff, died in Mayo Brothers hospital, Rochester, Minn., early Tuesday following a brief illness. Dr. Larson left last week for the Mayo hospital after an attack of Kidney trouble. He had been suffering from the disorder for several weeks. Formerly with the Kemmerer Coal Co., at Sublet, Wyo., Dr. Larson went to Superior five years ago. He was born in Salt Lake City and had received his degree from Washington and Jefferson college. Surviving are his wife who was with him when he died, and two daughters. Burial will be in Salt Lake City late this week. Friends of Dr. Larson in Superior, moved by the passing of their family physician and friend, composed the following tribute: A Tribute to Doctor Larson With eyes that are wet we mourn thy passing. We are all your friends who worshipped you. Great man, why did you leave us so, when to us you meant more than life or death? You were our hero. We think here no greater man ever lived. It is sad, very sad. No more will there by your cheery, “hullo” and gay smile to greet us, as before, when we were sick and you came to us. You worked and saved many lives, as only a doctor knows, but forgot your own. May you find rest and peace in that other world and may God be ever with you. We extend our deepest sympathy to Mrs. Larson and her two little daughters. --- Green River Star, Mar 23, 1934 J. P. Rosenberg Lincoln County Assessor, Dead Prominent Lincoln County Resident Dies Following Illness of 24 Hours. Last Thursday death came to Judge James P. Rosenberg, 75, Lincoln county assessor, following an illness of about 24 hours. He was president of the State Association of County Treasurers and Assessors since 1928 and was instrumental in its organization in 1921. He had been an authority on taxation matters in Wyoming, Idaho, Utah and Colorado for many years. Mr. Rosenberg came to Kemmerer in 1900, served for years as justice of the peace, was editor of the old Kemmerer Camera until 1908 and was identified with coal mining operations for six years. He was one of the strong movers for the organization of Lincoln county in 1912 and was a member of the official organization since the creation of the county. --- Green River Star, Mar 23, 1934 FATHER OF LOCAL MAN DIES IN CHEYENNE William Cole, father of E. J. Cole, Superintendent of motor power for Union Pacific Railroad, died in Cheyenne Tuesday, he had been a resident of Cheyenne for over 50 years. Funeral services were held in Cheyenne this morning. --- Rock Springs Rocket, Mar 28, 1934 Visintainer Rites Conducted Tuesday Funeral services were held Tuesday morning at 9:30 from the South Side Catholic church for Joseph Visintainer, 62, who died Friday at the Wyoming General hospital. Rev. S.A. Welsh officiated. Visintainer was fatally injured Friday while at work in the Central Coal and Coke company mine. He was preparing to leave the mine when suddenly the entire side of his room toppled over, hurling him toward coal cars standing nearby. When fellow workers found him he was semi-conscious. He was rushed to the hospital where it was discovered he was suffering from a fractured skull and sever cuts around the face and head. It was the second time in six months Visintainer had been injured while at work in the mine. He had just recovered from a leg injury with which he had been confined for the last five months. Visintainer was born in Cogno, Austrian Tyrol, June 10, 1872. He came to Rock Springs 42 years ago and was employed by the Union Pacific Coal company. Later he started in the express-transfer business continuing until ?? years ago when he began working in the local mines. He is survived by his wife, four sons, Florie, Renaldo, Herman and Silver Visintainer; one daughter, Mrs. Leon Fredricks, Cheyenne; two sisters, Mrs. Andrew Menghini, Rock Springs, and Mrs. Modesto Tomasi, Weston, Idaho; and three brothers, Anton Visintainer, Rock Springs, Valentine Visintainer, Midvale, Ohio and Pete Visintainer, Chicago, Ill. Interment was made in St. Joseph’s cemetery by Sprowell mortuary. --- Rock Springs Rocket, Mar 28, 1934 Green River Man Dies at Hospital Here John Yaegir, 55, of Green River, died at the Wyoming General hospital Tuesday night at 7:15 from hernia. Mr. Yaegir is survived by a wife and six children, the oldest about 10 years of age. The funeral will be held today at 10 o’clock from the Green River Undertaking Parlors. Mr. Yaegir had been unemployed for the last year and was up to the time of his death. --- Rock Springs Rocket, Mar 28, 1934 Thomas Cook, 80, Dies in Hanna Thomas Cook, 80, an employee of the Union Pacific mines since Carbon, Wyo., was opened, was buried in Hanna last week. He died March 19. Mr. Cook was born in England and came to the United States when a young man. He moved to Carbon in 1894 and worked at mines in Spring Valley, Almy, Cumberland, Wyo., and Winter Quarters and Schofield, Utah. Surviving are his wife, a daughter, a son, and a step-daughter and step-son. --- Rock Springs Rocket, Mar 28, 1934 Body Found at Granger Remains Of Timber Worker The mystery of the unknown body found near Granger last week was solved Sunday when Albert Titaca, foreman of the Standard Timber company, and Ernest Sebastian, manager of the Granger hotel, identified it as being that of Gus Johnson, for many years an employee of the Standard Lumber tiecamp at Granger. Positive identification would have been impossible had it not been for several particles of clothing which were found with the skeleton. County authorities returned to Granger last week and removed the body, which they had previously buried, to the Rogan mortuary in Rock Springs. Late Tuesday night in a telephone call from Ed Buckeeper of Evanston, County Coroner William Walters was asked to hold the body until business associates and friends of Johnson could make arrangements for burial which Buckeeper said would probably be in Evanston. No relatives could be located in this country, although it is believed that he is survived by his mother, who resides in Sweden. --- Green River Star, Mar 30, 1934 JOHN YAEGER DIES IN R. S. HOS. MONDAY Dies Following Operation for Hernia. John Yaeger died Monday in the Wyoming General hospital at Rock Springs, following an operation for hernia. Mr. Yaeger had been ill for the past three months, and his death was not unexpected. John Yaeger was 55 years old, born in Csnice, Lyubljani, Austria, January 8, 1879. Came to America in 1906, worked and resided in Rock Springs for several months, came to Green River the same year, and entered the employ of the Sweetwater Brewing Co., in whose employ he continued until a few months ago. Was married three times, to the last marriage four children were born all are living in Green River, namely, Betty Yaeger age 12, John age 11, Mary age 9, and Jenny age 7. He also has a nephew in Green River, John J. Widic. Funeral services were held Wednesday morning from the Green River Mortuary, with Father H. Schillinger officiating, interment was in Riverview cemetery. With members of his immediate family, old friends and fellow workmen attending. The pallbearers were Otto Kachler, Robert Coomes, William Hutton, James Thomsen, Hans Larsen and E. A. Gaensslen. --- Green River Star, Mar 30, 1934 Body of Man Found on Range A sheepherder in the employ of the Covey & Blaney outfit found on March 14 the remains of a man lying face down. The body was skeletonized. After investigation by Sweetwater County authorities, it was found to be the body of one Chris Johnson, who some three years ago had left the Standard Timber office to go to a ranch and was never heard of again. The body was taken to the Rogan Mortuary to await burial. On request of former associates of Johnson, the body is being held until friends and business associates can make arrangements for burial, which will probably be in Evanston. No relatives have been located in this country, although it is believed his mother is still living in Sweden. --- Union Pacific Coal Company Employes’ Magazine, Apr 1934 Mrs. Lena Wall died in the General Hospital here on February 16th. The funeral service was held at Rogan's Chapel, the Rev. O. P. Avery officiating, on February 20. She was the wife of Fred Wall, of Superior, one of our Old Timers. Four daughters and two sons survive. The sympathy of the community is extended to those bereft. Ed. Tichnor, colored, Night Watchman at Hanna, died on February 11, while making his rounds. His body was found just outside No. 4 Mine fan house. An inquest was held, and, after listening to the testimony of various persons, the jury brought in a verdict that he came to his death from heart failure.” Mr. Tichnor, 62, had been employed at Hanna for several years, and leaves a grown son residing at Greeley, Colorado. Interment was made in the Hanna Cemetery on February 14. Giacomo (Jim) Zuick, who has been on the pension list since October, 1927, died at Ogden, Utah, February 27. Jim had been for many years past a widower, and, aside from two nephews, had no immediate relatives. He was born in the Tyrol country, northern Italy, in May, 1856. His first service with the Coal Company was at Rock Springs in November, 1890, as a miner, transferring to Superior in October, 1908, at which point he remained in our employ until the year of his retirement. Interment at Rock Springs on March 3. --- Union Pacific Coal Company Employes’ Magazine, Apr 1934 Rock Springs Mrs. Louis Stevens has returned to her home in Portland, Oregon. She was called here by the death of her father, Thomas Crofts. --- Rock Springs Rocket, Apr 4, 1934 Mabel Mason Dies at Hospital Mabel Bernice Mason, 10 year old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. David Mason, 103 Ridge street, passed away at the Wyoming General hospital Monday morning at 4:30. The child was suffering from edema of the lung. Mabel was born and had lived all her life in Rock Springs. She is survived by her parents, one sister, Wanda; and two brothers, LeRoy and Leslie. Interment will be made in the Mountain View cemetery by the Rogan mortuary Thursday afternoon at 2 o'clock. --- Rock Springs Rocket, Apr 4, 1934 Mrs. Frank Gentilini Dies Suddenly Friends and relatives were grieved to hear of the sudden death of Mrs. Frank Gentilini on the way to the Wyoming General hospital Friday about 8 o'clock. Mrs. Gentilini was Miss Mary Krestner before her marriage about three years ago. She graduated from the Rock Springs high school in 1930. Funeral services were conducted by Rev. O. P. Avery at the home of the mother, Mrs. Mary Kestner at Blairtown, Tuesday morning at 10 o'clock. Interment was made in St. Joseph's cemetery by the Sprowell mortuary. Pallbearers were Tom Chipp, Joseph Chokie, George Malo and the Gentilini brothers. Mrs. Gentilini was survived by her husband, Frank Gentilini; her mother, Mrs. Mary Krestner; and one brother and one sister, John and Ann Kestner, all of Blairtown. --- Rock Springs Rocket, Apr 4, 1934 Mrs. H. E. Grandy Died Last Night At Local Hospital Mrs. H. E. Grandy of Eden, passed away at 6:30 last night at the Wyoming General hospital. Funeral arrangements will be announced later. Mrs. Grandy is survived by her husband, H. E. Grandy and three sons, Harry and Lynn Grandy of Eden and Lewis Grandy of Denver, an employee in the government reclamation service. Sprowell mortuary is in charge of arrangements. --- Rock Springs Rocket, Apr 4, 1934 Miner Killed on Road at Sheridan Automobile accidents in northern Wyoming claimed their sixth victim within recent months last night when Sam Sanika, about 50, a miner, was instantly killed on the highway north of Sheridan when he was struck down by an automobile driven by Herschel Donahue, a deputy collector of internal revenue. Donahue told authorities the lights of two oncoming cars momentarily blinded him and he did not see Sanika, who was walking at the side of the road. An inquest has been called for Wednesday morning. --- Rock Springs Rocket, Apr 4, 1934 Helen Lakko To Be Buried Beside Mother Helen Lakko, 24, passed away at the Wyoming General hospital on April 1st. A hemorrhage of the abdomen caused her untimely death. Miss Lasko was born in Gunn, Wyoming. She is survived by her father and brother, Henry and William Lakko of Dines. Services will be held at the Rogan chapel Thursday afternoon at 2 p.m. with Iver Hiibacka officiating. Music will be furnished by the Finnish choir. The body will be laid to rest beside that of the deceased’s mother who died Feb. 14. --- Green River Star, Apr 6, 1934 Former Wyo Resident Dies In California Word was received this week of the death of Harold B. Banner former resident of Casper, but late a resident of San Pedro, California, following a stroke. Harold Banner was Grand Patron of the Grand Chapter of Wyoming Order of the Eastern Star in 1911 and 1912. His many friends in the state will regret to learn of his death. --- Rock Springs Rocket, Apr 11, 1934 Funeral Services Set Thursday for Green River Girl Funeral services will be held Thursday at 2 p.m. in the Green River Congregational church for Geraldine Mary Joy, aged nine, who passed away Monday afternoon at the Wyoming General hospital. The little girl was the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Sidney Joy of Green River. In addition to her parents she is survived by a sister, Iris Carol. The remains, now at the Rogan mortuary, will be taken to Green River some time today. Interment will be made in Riverview cemetery. --- Rock Springs Rocket, Apr 11, 1934 Last Rites Held For Mrs. Pavolich Tuesday Morning Funeral services for Mrs. Antonia Pavolich, 45, who died at the Wyoming General hospital early Saturday, were conducted Tuesday morning from the family home at 1230 Ninth street with Father Gnidovec officiating. Burial was in charge of Rogan mortuary. The body was laid to rest at St. Joseph’s cemetery, where a large group of friends had assembled to pay their last respects. Mrs. Pavolich was born in Jugoslavia, and together with her husband, Jack Pavolich, who preceded her in death a year ago last week, came directly to Rock Springs, where they since resided. Seven sons and three daughters are left to mourn her death. The sons are: John, Steve, Jack, Stanley, Albert, Thomas and Philip. The daughters are Mrs. James Conrad, Tillie and Margaret of Rock Springs. She is also survived by four sisters, and two brothers, residing in Dawson, New Mexico, and Aberdeen, Wash. Mrs. Pavolich was a member of the Lodge No. 1 of the S.N.P.V. of Rock Springs. --- Green River Star, Apr 13, 1934 Green River Is Saddened By Death Jerry Joy Dies In Rock Springs Hospital After an Illness of Three Days. Jerry, the oldest daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Sidney Joy, passed away at the Wyoming General hospital in Rock Springs, Monday at 2:55 o’clock after an illness of only three days. Geraldine Mary Joy was born in Green River October 17, 1925, was a member of the third grade in Washington school, was a good student and a very happy child. The delight of her parents and the ideal of her sister. Jerry was in school last week, and the sudden death of one who but last week was in the best of health is a severe shock to the community as well as to the family. Funeral services were held at the Congregational church yesterday afternoon, Rev. Blackmon officiating. The pallbearers were four little schoolmates. The little one was laid to rest in the Riverview cemetery, amid beautiful flowers, the gifts of sympathizing friends. Left to mourn are the father and mother, Mr. and Mrs. Sidney Joy, one sister, Iris Carol, grandparents, aunts, uncles, cousins and a host of schoolmates. The little one was a member of the Woodcraft Juvenile and the Royal Neighbor Juvenile Societies. --- Green River Star, Apr 20, 1934 PIONEER G. R. WOMAN DIES SATURDAY AT THE AGE OF 86 Left To Mourn Her Death Are Three Daughters Once again the Grim Reaper claimed the life of one of our pioneer citizens, when on last Saturday evening at 7 p.m., Mrs. Caroline Eggs answered the last summons, and thus closed the career of another staunch pioneer and much loved woman of the county. For the past three years Mrs. Eggs has been in failing health when she suffered a stroke, and since that time has not been able to resume her former active life. She was a great lover of flowers and garden, and her home and yard is a testimony of her ability at gardening. Since the death of her husband some thirteen years ago her daughter, Miss Lena, has been her constant companion, and owing to advanced age and ill health the past few years, this daughter has administered to her requirements every aid that could possibly be given her to the last. Caroline Eggs was born in Renchen, Baden, Germany, March 4th, 1848, being 86 years of age, came to America in 1871 and located in St. Louis, Missouri. Married Charles Eggs at St. Louis in 1874. To this union five children were born, two of the children died in infancy. With her husband and three children she came to Green River in June 1886, and went through the trials and hardships of the early pioneer life of this community. Being owner of the old Big Horn Hotel one of the early land marks of Green River. Mr. Eggs, her life partner, passed away some thirteen years ago, since that time she has lived a retired life. Impressive funeral services were held form the local Catholic church Tuesday morning at 9:30 o’clock, of which the deceased was a devoted life member. Father H. Schillinger officiated in a very impressive manner, eulogizing the life of the pioneer in the highest terms, and expressing words of comfort ot the three devoted daughters. The pallbearers were Ben Benz, Jas. Thomsen, Hans Larsen, Otto Kachler, Carroll Petre, Chris Waechter, William Evers and L. F. Mullen. Left to mourn this devoted mother are three daughters, Miss Lena Eggs, Mrs. E. A. Gaensslen, Mrs. G. L. Harris and three grandchildren, Carl, Emil and Eleanor Gaensslen. A huge cortege of automobiles followed the remains to their last resting place in Riverview cemetery beside her beloved husband, where amid the flowers she loved so well she was gently lowered to the bosom of mother earth. May she rest in peace. --- Rock Springs Rocket, Apr 21, 1934 Polonik Services To Be Held Sunday Funeral services for Frank Polonik, 62, who was found dead at his home, 1205 Clark street, Thursday morning, have tentatively been set for 2 p.m. Sunday at the Slovenski Dom. Interment will take place in the S.N.P.J. lot in Mountain View cemetery under direction of Rogan mortuary. Polonik, a native of Jugoslavia, had been a shoemaker in Rock Springs for many years. A brother, Val Polonik, said to be living in Milwaukee, Wis., is the only known living relative of the deceased. Efforts to locate him had not been successful late Friday. --- Rock Springs Rocket, Apr 21, 1934 Funeral Services Set at 2 P.M. for Suicide Victim Funeral services will be conducted at 2 o’clock this afternoon at the family home 520 F street, for Nels Peter Davidson, 63, who committed suicide early Wednesday morning. Rev. John R. George will officiate. The body will be transferred from Rogan mortuary to the home this morning where it will lie in state until time for the services. Interment will be in Mountain View cemetery. Davidson was found shortly after eight o’clock Wednesday morning by his daughter, Mrs. Bradley Madison, hanging from the rafters of a coal shed near the house. The rafters, only about six feet from the ground, were so low that Davidson was forced to bend his knees until they nearly touched the floor to accomplish the deed. Death resulted from strangulation. Davidson, a miner at the Central Coal and Coke company, was heard moving about in the kitchen of his home about four o’clock in the morning by his son, Charles, who thought he was preparing to leave for work. No thought was given as to his whereabouts until his daughter discovered him a few hours later. Despondency is said to have been the reason for his committing suicide. Davidson was an old time resident of Rock Springs, having lived here nearly 35 years. He is survived by his wife, son, Charles, and three daughters, Mrs. Bradley Madison, Rock Springs; Mrs. Chris Delgado, Winton; and Mrs. Lester garrison, Brown’s Park. --- Rock Springs Rocket, Apr 21, 1934 Elizabeth Fletcher Dies at Evanston Mr. and Mrs. James Moon left Rock Springs Friday for Evanston upon receiving word of the sudden death of their daughter, Mrs. Elizabeth Fletcher, 38, who died Friday morning at the Evanston hospital. Funeral services for Mrs. Fletcher will be conducted Sunday at Evanston. --- Rock Springs Rocket, Apr 25, 1934 Funeral Today for Mrs. C.W. Brandon Funeral services will be held today at Libertysville, Ill., for Mrs. Mayme Eger Brandon, wife of C. Watt Brandon, editor of the Kemmerer Gazette, who died Sunday night at Soda Springs, Idaho, following an operation. Mrs. Brandon was known to numerous Rock Springs residents. Her husband founded the Pinedale Roundup and later was connected with papers in Sheridan and other parts of the state. Brandon recently bought the Kemmerer Gazette from Lester G. Baker, former Rocket publisher. --- Rock Springs Rocket, Apr 25, 1934 Green River Man Buried on Monday Funeral services were held at 2:30 p.m. Monday at the Sprowell mortuary for Charles Wells, 54, of Green River who died Saturday at the Wyoming General hospital. Interment was made in Mountain View cemetery. Mike Maher and Jack Evers, Green River, and John Murphy, Bert Collett and George (Dodo) Foster acted as pallbearers. --- Rock Springs Rocket, Apr 25, 1934 Heikes Services To Be Thursday Funeral services will be held Thursday afternoon at 2 o’clock at the family home, 318 D street, for Mrs. Georgianna Heikes who passed away Sunday after an illness of 11 weeks. Rev. Herald Swezy of the Episcopal church will officiate. Mrs. Heikes, the wife of Henry (Dutch) Heikes, was born in Carbon, Wyo., June 16, 1889. She had lived in Rock Springs the last 27 years. In addition to her husband she is survived by a son, Willis Heikes; brother, J.E. Anderson; her mother, Mrs. Nettie Howells; and father, Magnus Anderson. Interment will be made in Mountain View cemetery by the Wildermuth mortuary. --- Rock Springs Rocket, Apr 25, 1934 Mother of Mrs. Martha Jensen Dies in Denver Mrs. Jennie Miller, a former resident of Rock Springs, passed away at the home of her son, William Goodwin, 2412 So. High street, Denver on Tuesday afternoon, April 17. Mrs. Miller, who was 75 years of age, succumbed to an attack of pneumonia at 5:15 in the afternoon. She is survived by a daughter and two sons, Mrs. Martha Jensen of Ogden, J.E. Goodwin, Elkhart, Ind., and William Goodwin, Denver. She is also survived by two stepsons and two stepdaughters, all of Waterloo, Ind. Services were conducted at 3 p.m. Thursday afternoon from the Howard Mortuary and the body, accompanied by Mrs. Jensen, was taken to Waterloo where interment was made. Mrs. Miller had a wide circle of friends in Rock Springs that will be saddened by her death. She is well known, not only among her own acquaintances but through those of her daughter who was an employee of The Rocket prior to becoming society editor of the Ogden Journal. Mrs. Miller lived here when her son and daughter were both residents of Rock Springs. She was very active in the Baptist church circles while here. --- Rock Springs Rocket, Apr 28, 1934 Mrs. William Alenius received word this week from Sweden that her father, John August Lundgren, age 71, passed away in Amsele, Vesterbotten, Sweden. Mrs. Alenius’s las remembrance of her father is when she bid him goodbye at the depot 24 years ago. Mr. Lundgren is survived by seven children, five of whom are in Sweden and two of whom are in America, Mrs. Alenius of Rock Springs and Mr. Signar Lundgren of Kulm, North Dakotah. --- Green River Star, Apr 27, 1934 Harry Stein Buried In Lander April 19 Word was received here this week that Henry Stein has passed away at the hospital in Lander early last week, and was laid to rest in that city April 19th. Henry Stein was perhaps 54 years old and lived in Green River for many years, was taken to the hospital in Lander some 20 years ago. He has many friends here who will regret to learn of his death, and yet will be glad to learn he is at rest, for he had been an invalid for years, he will be remembered by the old timers here as a patient sufferer. --- Rock Springs Rocket, Apr 28, 1934 Infant Dies The remains of Alma Carolyn Schwarz, infant daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Carl Schwarz, were shipped last night under the direction of the Rogan mortuary to Aberdeen, So. Dakota. The baby died at the Wyoming General hospital Thursday a few hours after birth. --- Rock Springs Rocket, Apr 28, 1934 Funeral Services This Morning for Mrs. John C. Miller Funeral services will be held at 9:30 this morning at the South Side Catholic church for the remains of Mrs. John C. Miller who died at the Wyoming General hospital at 4 o’clock Thursday afternoon. Rev. Father Sullivan will officiate. Pallbearers will be Hugh Roberts, Frank Contratto, John Heward, James Freeman, William Griffiths and Ambrose Hamilton. Arrangements are under direction of the Rogan mortuary. Interment will take place in Mountain View cemetery. Mrs. Miller, whose maiden name was Fidelia Augustine Tronquet, was the daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. G. Tronquet. She was born in Rock Springs March 13, 1896 and spent practically all her life in this community. She was married Feb. 16, 1926 to Mr. Miller and shortly thereafter bought a ranch near Boulder, Wyo., where they made their home. Besides her husband she is survived by a daughter, Maxine; one sister, Mrs. Clara Marler of Colfax, Wash., who was called here by her illness; and by three brothers, Marcel of Boulder and Pete and Theodore of Rock Springs. --- Rock Springs Rocket, Apr 28, 1934 Former Resident Dies at Evanston Mrs. Elizabeth Fletcher, formerly Miss Elizabeth Moon of Rock Springs passed away following a lingering illness at her home in Evanston last Friday morning. Funeral services were conducted Monday afternoon at 2 o’clock. Mrs. Fletcher is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. James Moon of Rock Springs. She is survived by her parents and 11 brothers and sisters. Relatives from here who attended the funeral were Mr. and Mrs. John Marietta, Mrs. Clara Coffey and son, Gordon; Mr. and Mrs. William Moon and son, William; Jack Moon and Mr. and Mrs. James Moon. --- Rock Springs Rocket, Apr 28, 1934 Florence Steneck Funeral in Denver Funeral services will be held at 3 o’clock this afternoon at the Olinger mortuary in Denver for Florence Marie Steneck who passed away early Thursday morning at the L.C.M. hospital in Kemmerer. Miss Steneck was born in Central City, Colo., in 1905. She had been working in Big Piney and was previously employed as a telephone operator in Pinedale. She is survived by her mother, Mrs. Minnie Steneck; four brothers, T.J. Steneck of Rock Springs; E.J. Steneck, Cheyenne, R.A. Steneck, Denver, Edward F. STeneck, Winton; two sisters, Mrs. George Sitzman, Denver, and Mrs. R.C. Evans, Kemmerer. Interment will be made at Mount Olivet cemetery, Denver. --- Union Pacific Coal Company Employes’ Magazine, May 1934 Mr. Andrew Uram Passes On Andrew Uram, widower, residing at 884 Sixth Street, Rock Springs, died March 15, 1934, from pneumonia. He entered the service of the Company here in May, 1904, as a miner, and shortly before his demise had been engaged as Track Clearner, Pit Car Loader, etc., in Mine No. 8. He was born at Zupa, Czecho-Slovakia, March 15, 1870, and, as will be noted, died upon his birthday. To mourn his sad taking away, there are three sons and one daughter, one of the boys (Peter) being Machine Boss at Winton, and John engaged as Conveyorman in No. 8 here. The funeral was held from the North Side Catholic Church, Father Gnidovec officiating, the interment at St. Joseph’s Cemetery, on March 17. Mr. Uram was an Old Timer, a member of the U.M.W.A. Local 2174, besides belonging to several Slavish societies. --- Union Pacific Coal Company Employes’ Magazine, May 1934 Reliance Mrs. John Traeger, accompanied by Miss Billy Lawrence, attended the funeral of Dr. Larson in Salt Lake City, Utah. --- Union Pacific Coal Company Employes’ Magazine, May 1934 Winton Mrs. Catharine Marceau has returned from Cincinnati where she attended the funeral of her brother, Father Dunstan Leary. Mrs. Marcea reports Cincinnati weather not so pleasing as our own. --- Rock Springs Rocket, May 2, 1934 Mrs. Cristelli Dies in Helper, Utah Mrs. Guidati Cristelli, formerly Mrs. Max Zancanella of Helper, Utah, died at her home there Monday, April 30 [sic]. Her body will arrive at the Rogan mortuary Thursday morning, where it will lie in state pending funeral arrangements. Mrs. Cristelli is survived by her husband, two daughters, Ann Zancanella and Mary Cristelli of Helper, and a son, Leno Zancanella of Rock Springs. --- Rock Springs Rocket, May 2, 1934 Mother of Mrs. Mills Dies at Lander Mrs. Jennie Boland of Lander, Wyo., mother of Mrs. Fred M. Mills of this city, died at her home yesterday morning, according to word received here. She had reached an advanced age and had been ailing for some time. Mrs. Mills had been at her mother’s bedside almost continuously during the past few weeks and was with her when the end came. Mr. Mills departed for Lander immediately upon learning of Mrs. Boland’s death. Mrs. Boland was a pioneer resident of Wyoming and contributed to the advancement of the Lander community for many years. Funeral arrangements have not yet been announced. --- Rock Springs Rocket, May 2, 1934 Last Rites for John Schlacter At 9:30 Today Funeral services for John Schlacter, 68, will be held from the family home at 432 Walnut street at 9:30 this morning. Services will be held at the South Side Catholic church and burial will take place in St. Joseph’s cemetery, Rogan mortuary in charge. The remains have been moved to the family home. Two daughters, Viola and Olga, and a son, Joe, of Rock Springs, survive him, as well as three brothers, Max, Joe and Roman, and two sisters, Katherine and Ann Schlacter, all of Pittsburgh, Pa. --- Rock Springs Rocket, May 2, 1934 Mrs. August Gras Dies at Son’s Home Funeral services are being arranged for Mrs. August Gras who died Tuesday morning at the home of her son, Harry James, 1009 Pilot Butte avenue. In addition to her husband, Mrs. Gras is survived by five sons, Harry, Jack, William, Ed and James James. Sprowell mortuary is in charge of funeral arrangements. --- Rock Springs Rocket, May 9, 1934 Mrs. Charles Hopp Buried in Nebraska Mrs. Charles Hopp was buried in Kearney, Nebr., Monday afternoon, April 29, 1934. Mrs. Hopp passed away at her home, 205 Thomas St., on the preceding Wednesday. Funeral services were conducted at the Rogan Mortuary at 7:30 Saturday and the body, accompanied by Mr. Hopp and his two sisters, Mrs. Louis Mollard and Mrs. John Thurlin, was taken to Kearney for interment. Mrs. Hopp, nee Hilda Eckberg, was born in Sweden, August 18, 1870. When 12 years of age Miss Eckberg’s family moved to York County, Nebr. On Jan. 18, 1893, she was united in marriage with Charles Hopp. After their marriage they made their home at 205 Thomas St., Rock Springs, Wyo. where they resided until Mrs. Hopp’s death. Mrs. Hopp was ever devoted to her husband and her home. Although in ill health for a number of years she was always of a sunny disposition and a loving companion. Besides her husband she leaves to mourn her passing two sisters, Josephine and Hattie, and two brothers, Henry and Arthur, all of Seattle, Wash. --- Rock Springs Rocket, May 9, 1934 Mrs. C.B. White Dies at Hospital Monday Evening Body to Lie in State At Home Today; Burial in Utah Mrs. C.B. White died at the Wyoming General hospital at 7:30 o’clock Monday evening from complications incident to child birth. She had been seriously ill for about 12 days. The body will lie in state from 1:00 to 4:00 o’clock this afternoon at the family residence, 612 Elias avenue, when friends may call. Tonight the remains will be shipped to Spanish Fork, Utah, under direction of Wildermuth mortuary, where interment will take place Friday afternoon from the third ward of the L.D.S. church. Hazel Morgan was born in Spanish Fork, Utah, May 9, 1899, the daughter of Joseph William Morgan and Agnes Morgan. She grew to womanhood in that community and on Dec. 20, 1923 was united in marriage with C.B. White at Salt Lake City. After their marriage Mr. and Mrs. White resided at Spanish Fork and Elsinore, Utah; Idaho Falls, Ida.; and Chinook, Mont., where Mr. White was employed at plants of the Utah-Idaho Sugar company. In 1930 he left that company’s employ and they came to Rock Springs to open the O.P. Skaggs store which they have conducted since. Besides her husband, Mrs. White is survived by a daughter, Carol, and a son, Jay; a sister, Mrs. Florence Swenson of Ogden, and a brother, J. Frank Morgan of Salt Lake City. --- Rock Springs Rocket, May 12, 1934 Pryde Services Will Be Sunday At Wildermuth’s Funeral services will be held at 2 o’clock Sunday afternoon from the Wildermuth mortuary for Mrs. William Pryde, 54, who died early Friday at the family home, 910 Potter street. Rev. O.P. Avery will officiate. Mrs. Pryde was born in Catrine, Scotland, Jan. 29, 1880. She was married in Rock Springs June 1, 1915 and had lived here the past 15 years. In addition to her husband she is survived by four daughters, Mrs. Chauncey Clark of Pinedale and Mrs. Max Bozner, Mrs. Henry Williard and Hannah Pryde, Rock Springs. James Pryde, William Telk, John Sorbie, John Easton, Richard Orme and Alex Christie will act as pallbearers. Interment will be made in Mountain View cemetery. --- Rock Springs Rocket, May 12, 1934 Mrs. Samuelson Is Pneumonia Victim Mrs. Walter Samuelson, a former resident of Rock Springs, passed away at the Memorial hospital in Rawlins yesterday morning at 7 o'clock. Mrs. Samuelson had been ill for the last two weeks with a severe attack of pneumonia. Mrs. Samuelson was formerly Miss Etta Preece. She was born in Wales, Nov. 8, 1900 and came to Rock Springs with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. William E. Preece, in January, 1908. In 1928 she became the bride of Walter Samuelson and the following year they moved to Rawlins where they have made their home since that time. Mrs. Samuelson is survived by her husband and two brothers, Stanley Preece and William E. Preece of this city. The funeral will be conducted from the Rogan funeral parlor some time Sunday. --- Green River Star, May 18, 1934 Mrs. Carl Strand Passed Away In R. S. Hospital Death Comes at 3:12 A. M. Wednesday Morning Due To Heart Trouble. Once again the grim reaper enters our midst, and takes a devoted wife and mother, leaving in its path a sorrowing household. When Mrs. Carl Strand passed quietly away at the Wyoming General hospital Wednesday morning, after a lingering illness. Mrs. Strand had been a patient sufferer from heart trouble for years, and for the past three months has been bedfast, and while her death was not unexpected, yet it is a shock to her family and friends. Bertha Helena Blomquist was born in Sweden, February 24, 1888. Married Carl Albert Strand in Sweden April 1, 1905. Two years later she and her husband came to America, they have been residents of Green River since 1908. Left to mourn is her husband, Carl A. Strand, three sons, Carl Strand of Oakland, Calif., Albert and Jacob of this city, two daughters, Mrs. John Williams and Miss Signa Strand of this city, and two grandchildren, Carl and Adele Williams. Three sisters, Mrs. Carl Walstram of Oakland, Calif., who has been at the bedside of her sister the past three weeks, Mrs. Kay Johnson of Denmark, and Miss Gerda Blomquist of Sweden, and three brothers, Uno, Herman, and Broc Blomquist all of Sweden. Services will be held at the home Sunday afternoon at 2:30 o’clock, and at the Congregational church at 3:00 P. M. Interment will be in the Riverview cemetery. The remains were brought home from the Wildermuth mortuary in Rock Springs yesterday afternoon, and may be viewed by friends until the services at the home Sunday. --- Rock Springs Rocket, May 19, 1934 Services Friday For Johnson Child Funeral services were held Friday afternoon at 2 o’clock at the L.D.S. church for Caroline Olga Johnson, three-year-old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. James Johnson, who died early Wednesday at the Wyoming General hospital. Bishop Lyman Fearn officiated. Burial was in Mountain View cemetery, under the direction of Rogan mortuary. --- Rock Springs Rocket, May 19, 1934 Richard Lewis Funeral Services Held Thursday Funeral services were held at the Odd Fellows hall Thursday afternoon at 2 o’clock for Richard Lewis, 67, who died of heart failure Monday morning while at work in No. 8 mine. Lewis was a veteran employee of the Union Pacific Coal company, entering the service of that company in 1884. He had lived in Rock Springs about 48 years. He was born in England. He is survived by two sons, Richard J. and John R. Lewis of Rock Springs; one daughter, Mrs. Arthur Schultz of Denver; one brother, Ben Lewis of Rock Springs; and two sisters, Mrs. Moses Harvey of Rock Springs and Mrs. William Greak of Chicago. --- Rock Springs Rocket, May 19, 1934 INFANT DIES The remains of Rita Eileen Lowe, five-month-old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. William Lowe of Winton, were laid to rest Tuesday at Hanna. Father Short of Hanna officiated. Rogan mortuary was in charge of arrangements. Rita Eileen was a twin daughter. Her sister died at birth. --- Rock Springs Rocket, May 19, 1934 Amos Worley Buried At Beaver Basin Funeral services were held at Beaver Basin Wednesday afternoon for Amos Worley, 36, who died early this week at the Worley ranch 55 miles south of Rock Springs. Rev. John R. George of the Baptist church officiated. Interment was made at the ranch under the direction of the Rogan mortuary. Worley met his death shortly after ten o’clock Monday morning while attempting to rope a work mule. His left arm became tangled in the rope and the mule, becoming frightened, dragged him nearly a quarter of a mile. Injuries resulting from the accident caused Worley’s death. Worley was born in Virginia, Aug. 18, 1898. He was the oldest son of Mr. and Mrs. C.T. Worley of Rock Springs. In addition to his parents he is survived by his wife and five children; three brothers, Elijah, Peter and Douglas Worley of Rock Springs; and four sisters, Mrs. Frank Jenkins, Mrs. L.A. Baker and Bertha and Leona Worley. --- Craig Empire Courier, May 23, 1934 W. AMOS WORLEY DRAGGED TO DEATH W. Amos Worley, rancher, was almost instantly killed when he was dragged by a horse at his ranch on Cold Springs Mountain Monday morning, May 14. Because of the remoteness of the place from lines of communication, details of the accident did not reach Craig until late last Wednesday evening of last week. At about 10:30 in the morning Mr. Worley went to a pasture to catch a team of mules which he planned to use in farm work. He found it necessary to use a nose bag to catch one of the mules. After putting the nose bag on he fastened a halter about the animal’s neck and wound the halter rope around his arm while he took the nose bag off. In removing the bag the mule must have become frightened and lunged backwards in an effort to get away. The rope was drawn into a knot on the man’s arm and he was thrown to the ground. The mule, now terrified, raced down the pasture a quarter of a mile to the corral gate, dragging the helpless man by the halter rope. A step-son, 8 years old, saw the accident and called his mother. She herself was dragged a short distance but uninjured before she could get the halter from the animal’s neck. Mrs. Worley attempted to revive her husband but failing in this she ran a mile and a quarter to her nearest neighbor, Mr. Worley’s sister, Mrs. Lloyd Baker. So few men were near the place that it was three hours before men could be called to carry the body to the ranch house. During the night the body was taken to Rock Springs to be prepared for burial. Funeral services ere held on the Mountain Wednesday afternoon and the body laid to rest near the home. Mr. Worley is survived by his wife, his baby girl, less than a year old, and two stepchildren, ages 6 and eight years. --- Rock Springs Rocket, May 23, 1934 Last Rites to Be Held in Colorado For Harry Carlson Funeral services will be held in Trinidad, Colo., Thursday, for Harry Carlson, who died at the Wyoming General hospital early Sunday morning following four days’ illness. The body was shipped last night from the Rogan mortuary to the home of his mother, Mrs. Frank Carlson of Trinidad. “Dutch” Carlson, as he was known to a host of friends was 47 years old and at the time of his death was manager of the South Pass café. He came to Rock Springs six years ago to assume management of the Toastmaster café, a position which he held for three years. He then moved to San Francisco, Calif., where he remained until his return to Rock Springs last fall. He is survived by his wife, Mrs. Hazel Carlson; one daughter, Helen and stepson, Hoyt Ramey. --- Rock Springs Rocket, May 23, 1934 Elvis Twin Boys Die at Hospital Frank and Lorenzo Jr. Elvis, infant twin sons of Mr. and Mrs. Lorenzo Elvis, were buried Monday afternoon at 2 o’clock in the Mountain View cemetery. The twins were born Sunday morning at 6 o’clock at the Wyoming General hospital and passed away an hour apart, one at 12 o’clock the other at 1 o’clock. Graveside services were performed by Bishop J.B. Young. --- Green River Star, May 25, 1934 FUNERAL OF MRS. CARL STRAND SUN. AFTERNOON The funeral of Mrs. Carl Strand was held Sunday afternoon from the Congregational church with Rev. A. J. Blackmon conducted the services. The pallbearers were William Evers, R. A. Hoover, John Evers, C. H. Bedient, George Stevens, Chas. Harvey. Interment was in Riverview cemetery, where a large cortege of sorrowing relatives and friends followed the remains to their last resting place, where all that was mortal of this good woman was tenderly laid to rest. --- Green River Star, May 25, 1934 FUNERAL OF CLIFFORD J. RUSSELL HELD IN OGDEN Bishop Albert Reinch presided at the funeral of Clifford James Russell, in Ogden, Utah, Sunday afternoon. The deceased was the son of Mr. and Mrs. James Russell of this city, and has been ill for the past four months. Surviving are his parents, a widow, and three children, and a sister, Mrs. Lillian Rollins, also of Green River. Interment was in the Ogden cemetery. --- Union Pacific Coal Company Employes’ Magazine, Jun 1934 Mrs. August Gras The wife of August Gras who is employed in Mine No. 8,. Rock Springs, and a member of the Old Timers Association passed away at her home on May 1 She leaves besides her husband five sons to mourn her taking away. The funeral was held from the home of Harry James, one of her sons, services at L.D.S. Curch, Saturday, May 5. --- Union Pacific Coal Company Employes’ Magazine, Jun 1934 Richard Lewis, Sr. Richard Lewis, Sr., of 109 Logan Street, City, employed as a conveyorman in Mine No. 8, expired about 8 a.m., May 14, while at work at his place in 5 Entry. Lewis and his “buddy” were shoveling coal onto the conveyor when suddenly Lewis threw down his shovel and sat against the rib, never regaining consciousness. There appeared to be no evidence of an accident and it looked clearly to be a case of heart failure. Mr. Lewis was born in England and early became a naturalized citizen in the land of his adoption. His first connection with the Coal Company was in 1886 at Rock Springs. His wife predeceased him several years. To mourn his taking are two sons (Richard Jr. and John R. of this city), one daughter (Mrs. Arthur Schultz, Denver), on brother (Ben, Assistant Foreman Mine No. 8) and two sisters. Funeral was held on May 17, with services at Odd Fellows Hall, interment in Mountain View Cemetery. --- Union Pacific Coal Company Employes’ Magazine, Jun 1934 George Benson (Miller) George Benson (Miller) aged 69, died at Los Angeles on May 11. He was born at Stenneymoor, England, on July 28, 1864. His first entrance into Union Pacific employment circles was as a miner at Carbon in 1893. After remaining in that district for a period of years, we next find him transferred to Spring Valley, thence to Cumberland, Rock Springs and back to Cumberland, putting in some forty years, his last service was as Outside Foreman at Cumberland. Due to illness, he was retired on pension May 1, 1927. His widow, two sons and one daughter survive him. The funeral was held at Rock Springs on May 16, interment in Mountain View Cemetery. --- Green River Star, Jun 1, 1934 Infant Son Passes Away In Hospital The infant son which was born to Mr. and Mrs. R. B. Nordyke last Wednesday, passed away Saturday at the Wyoming General hospital. It is thought that the little one’s heart was not just as it should be, and so the little ray of sunshine passed away as above stated. Mr. and Mrs. Nordyke have the sympathy of their many friends in their hour of loss. --- Green River Star, Jun 1, 1934 SYLVIA RUDE LAID TO REST Sylvia, the little daughter of Mr. and Mrs. David Rude, was laid to rest in the Green River cemetery Monday. The little one was four years old and had her tonsils removed in the Wyoming General hospital last week when complications set in which caused her death. Owing to the infection being contagious a private funeral was held from the Rude home. --- Green River Star, Jun 1, 1934 PIONEER G. R. WOMAN DIES FOLLOWING LONG ILLNESS Mrs. John Hutton Passed Away Last Saturday. The entire community grieved last Saturday when they learned that Mrs. John Hutton had passed away at 12:48 that day. Although her death was not unexpected, for it was understood that she had had a stroke recently and since that time little hope had been held out for her recovery. Mrs. Hutton had been in poor health for the past ten or eleven years, undergoing a goiter operation some nine years ago, since that she has been in failing health, but was ever cheerful and continued her active and useful life3 until about three years ago following a hemorrhage she was stricken blind, and she was still very patient and hopeful, but her sight was never regained. In the early days of Green River Mrs. Hutton was very active in the social life of our little city, being a faithful member of the various clubs, always active in all community interest, she was also a member of the Green River Woman’s Club, and Order or Rebecah. In the late nineties she was manager of the only hotel and boarding house that Green River had, as a result there are many who remember many acts of kindness and hospitality. Mrs. Hutton was also an artist and many of her paintings grace the walls of many of the Green River homes, she was much loved and will be greatly missed. Eunice Rayburn was born in Missouri on March 9, 1857, came to Green River in 1895, married John Hutton April, 1901. She leaves to mourn her departure from this life a devoted husband, one sister, Mrs. George Maxam of this city, and one brother, Frank Rayburn of Victoria, British Columbia. Funeral services were held from the local Congregational church of which the deceased was a faithful member these many years, Rev. A. J. Blackmon conducting the service. Eulogizing the early life of the deceased n our midst, of the many deeds of kindness, and the numerous needy ones that had been sent on their way rejoicing by the ever ready assistance of this good woman. The pallbearers were William Evers, James Thomsen, Otto Kachler, Hane Larsen, E. A> Gaensslen and J. H. Offield. A large cortege of sorrowing friends followed the remains to their last resting place in Riverview cemetery, where amid flower in the lad she loved, she was tenderly laid to rest. --- Rock Springs Rocket, Jun 2, 1934 Mrs. Armstrong Funeral Services Are Held Today Funeral services for Mrs. Joseph W. Armstrong were held Tuesday afternoon at 4 o’clock at the Episcopal church with the Rev. Herald C. Swezy officiating. Mrs. Armstrong passed away last Saturday evening at 9 o’clock at her home, 35 Blair avenue. For the last four years her health has been failing due to neuritis, which the last year had reached a very advanced stage. Margaret E. Pringle was born in Alnwick, England, Sept. 21, 1871. She came to the United States in 1903 and took up her residence at Rock River, Wyo. The following year she became the bride of Joseph W. Armstrong at Laramie. In 1909 Mr. and Mrs. Armstrong moved to Rock Springs where Mr. Armstrong had accepted a position with the local post office. During the 25 years that they have resided here, Mrs. Armstrong has endeared herself to the hearts of many in the community. Up until the time that her affliction forced her to remain at home, Mrs. Armstrong took an active and influential part in community affairs. She was a member of the Delta Meta Delphians and of the Woman’s club. In church affairs, Mrs. Armstrong was a diligent and enthusiastic worker. She was an active worker in the women’s auxiliary of the Episcopal guild. Mrs. Armstrong is survived by her husband, Joseph W. Armstrong, her mother, three sisters and one brother, all residing in England and one nephew living in this country, George Pringle of Cleveland, Ohio. Pallbearers at the funeral were Claude Elias, A.L. Taliaferro, D.D. Spani, Dan Potter, Carl Hafner and Walter Larsen. Interment was in Mountain View cemetery under the direction of the Sprowell mortuary. --- Rock Springs Rocket, Jun 2, 1934 Four-Year-Old Green River Girl Buried Tuesday Funeral services for Silvia Pearl Rude, four-year-old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. David B. Rude of Green River, were held Tuesday morning at 10 o’clock at the home. The Rev. H.A. Blackmon of the Congregational church conducted the services. Interment was made in the Riverview cemetery. Silvia passed away Sunday morning at 3 a.m. at the Wyoming General hospital. Her death was due to an infection of the throat. She is survived by her parents, her grandmother and a baby brother. --- Rock Springs Rocket, Jun 2, 1934 Mrs. John Hutton Of Green River Dies in Evanston Mrs. John Hutton of Green River passed away at the hospital in Evanston Saturday afternoon at 2 o’clock. Funeral services were held at the Congregational church in Green River at 2 o’clock with the Rev. H.A. Blackmon officiating. Mrs. Hutton was 76 years old. She had been in poor health for the last three or four years and was receiving medical attention in Evanston. She is survived by her husband, John Hutton; a sister, Mrs. George Maxon, and several nieces and nephews, all of Green River. --- Rock Springs Rocket, Jun 2, 1934 George King Buried Tuesday Funeral services for George King were conducted from the Wildermuth chapel at 2 o’clock Tuesday afternoon. The Rev. John R. George officiated at the ceremony. George King passed away last Friday morning at the Wyoming General hospital, suffering from an attack of pneumonia. He is survived by two sisters and one brother, Mrs. F.L. Shea, Berkeley, Calif., Mrs. Charles Nelson and Ernest Angermier, Duluth, Minn. Mrs. Shea was the only relative that was able to attend the funeral services. In commemoration of Mr. King, who was proprietor of the King Barber shop on Fifth street, all barber shops were closed from 2 to 3:30 o’clock and the barbers attended the ceremony in a group. Six of their members, L.H. Cantwell, C.W. Wright, Toby Carillo, L.K. Gore, Marco Krnich and Steve Denoff, served as pallbearers. --- Rock Springs Rocket, Jun 6, 1934 John Soltis Dies Suddenly From Paralytic Stroke The unexpected and untimely death of John Soltis at the Wyoming General hospital Tuesday morning at 6:45 o’clock came as a shock and surprise to the community at large. Mr. Soltis suffered a stroke of paralysis Monday morning about 5:15 o’clock and was taken immediately to the hospital for treatment. He is survived by his wife, Elizabeth Soltis, two sons, Ernest and John, and a sister-in-law and brother-in-law, Miss Margaret Sinko and Ernest Sinko. Mr. Soltis was 50 years of age. He was born in Hungary, December 23, 1883 and came tot his country thirty-five years ago. All of that time he has resided in Rock Springs and for many years worked in the mines, although at the time of his death he was unemployed. During his life here he made many friends who will be grieved to hear of his death. Services will be conducted by the Rev. Father S.A. Welsh of the North Side Catholic church Thursday morning at 10 o’clock. Interment will be made in the St. Joseph’s cemetery by the Sprowell mortuary. --- Rock Springs Rocket, Jun 6, 1934 Former Resident Dies in Michigan Gust Berg, 42, a former resident of Rock Springs, passed away May 31 at the St. Luke’s hospital in Marquette, Mich. Mr. and Mrs. Berg moved to Kiva, Mich., two years ago for Mr. Berg’s health, as he was suffering from miner’s consumption. Mr. Berg is survived by his wife, Anne Berg. There were no children. --- Rock Springs Rocket, Jun 6, 1934 Aged Woman Dies In Green River Funeral services for Mrs. Lucy Pearson of Green River were held Saturday morning at 10:30 o’clock at the home of her daughter, Mrs. O.W. Beckstead. Mrs. Pearson, who was 75 years of age, passed away at the home of her daughter last Tuesday morning. The Rev. H.A. Blackman officiated. The body was taken to Burnt Fork for interment. The Wildermuth mortuary was in charge of arrangements. --- Rock Springs Rocket, Jun 6, 1934 Purdy Services To Be Thursday Funeral services will be held from the Rogan mortuary Thursday afternoon at two o’clock for Harry V. Purdy of Winton who died Sunday at the Wyoming General hospital. Rev. Hubert Webster of the Methodist church will officiate. Purdy has been a resident of this community for 20 years. He was born about 62 years ago in Canada. He was never married and is known to be survived by only two relatives, a sister, Mrs. Maud Kennedy who lives in Canada and a brother whose residence is not known. Interment will be made in Mountain View cemetery. Winton local 3830, U.M.W. of A., will be in charge. --- Green River Star, Jun 8, 1934 Mary Pearson Dies Thurs. Of Heart Trouble Laid To Rest Beside Her Husband in the Burnt Fork Cemetery. We are called again to record the passing of a well-known and highly respected citizen of this section, as on last Thursday evening at 8 o’clock Mrs. Mary Lucinda Pearson, after an illness of three years duration, passed away at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Orvill Beckstead in this city, at the ripe old age of seventy-five years. Cause of death given as heart trouble. Mary Lucinda Thomas was born in Eaton, Indiana, October 25, 1859, came to Wyoming in her girlhood, and in February, 1884 married William Pearson of Burnt Fork, the ceremony being performed in Evanston. William Pearson passing away twenty years ago. Since her husband’s death she has resided at Burnt Fork and Green River, the past fifteen years being a resident of Green River. She leaves to survive her one son, V. Pearson of this city; three daughters, Mrs. Dora Pallesen of Manila, Utah, Mrs. Winnie Gage of Toppenish, Washington, and Mrs. Orvill Beckstead of this city, nineteen grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. The funeral services were held Saturday morning from the home of Mrs. Orvill Beckstead in this city, with Rev. A. J. Blackmon of the Congregational church conducting the impressive service. The remains were taken to Burnt Fork, where services were conducted at the grave by Rev. Wallace Johnson of that place, and tenderly laid to rest by her husband in the family lot of the Burnt Fork cemetery. --- Rock Springs Rocket, Jun 13, 1934 Scalding Coffee Causes Death of Green River Child Edna Carle, small daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Leslie Carle of Green River, died Sunday afternoon at 4 o’clock at the Wyoming General hospital. Her death was caused from burns received Saturday morning about nine o’clock. Her mother commenced to pour the breakfast coffee when the handle of the coffee pot broke and the scalding liquid flowed over the face of the child, burning her severely. She was rushed immediately to the Wyoming General hospital but her recovery was uncertain and she passed away the following afternoon. Edna was the two and a half year old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Leslie Carle. Mr. Carle is the proprietor of the Log Cabin filling station in Green River. Burial services were conducted Tuesday afternoon at 2:30 o’clock at the Congregational church in Green River with the Rev. H.A. Blackmon officiating. --- Rock Springs Rocket, Jun 13, 1934 MANY ATTEND LAST RITES OF JOHN JOHNSTON Hundreds attended the funeral services for John Johnston held Saturday morning at the Episcopal church with the Rev. Herald C. Swezy officiating. Many people in the state, as well as in Rock Springs, were saddened and shocked by the sudden death of Mr. Johnston, pioneer of Wyoming, who passed away some time early Wednesday morning at the home of his daughter, Mrs. Glen Knox, in Quealy. Mr. Johnston is survived by his widow, Mrs. Glenroy Johnston; one son, Malcolm T. Johnston, Superior; three daughters, Mrs. G.A. Knox, Quealy, Mrs. A.C. Ohlseen, Rock Springs, Mrs. Roy A. Logan, Rawlins, and seven grandchildren. The body lay in state at the Rogan mortuary until the time of the funeral. Interment was made in Mountain View cemetery. Many people in Rock Springs and in the state were saddened and shocked by the sudden death of Mr. Johnston, pioneer of Wyoming, who passed away sometime early Wednesday morning at the home of his daughter, Mrs. Glen Knox, in Quealy. Apparently in good health, Mr. Johnston retired early the evening before. Unaware that anything was out of the way Mrs. Knox went to call him the next morning and found him dead. He died peacefully while he slept, the morning of his seventy-third birthday. John Johnston or “Jack” as he was affectionately called by both old and young, was born in London, Canada. His parents came to Canada from Scotland. At the time of his death he was the only surviving member of a large family. Forty-seven years ago Mr. Johnston arrived at Fort Steele, Wyo., and started to work in a store owned by Fennimore Chatterton, ex-governor of Wyoming. Several years later he moved to Saratoga where he engaged in the ranching business. At one time he shipped horses to the east and south, and was considered an excellent judge of horses. He has been associated with many projects which have helped to develop the state of Wyoming. In 1904 Mr. Johnston and his family moved to Rock Springs. He came here to work for Cousins and Cosgriff, who operated the store which is now the Stock Growers Mercantile company. He and his family have taken an active part in church and social circles. Mr. Johnston was a member of the Masonic lodge for over fifty years and a charter member of the Eastern Star lodge. He had great faith in the future of Wyoming and possessed valuable maps and instructive information regarding the oil and mineral resources of the state. He was always cheerful and always looked for the good in others. He was especially fond of children and just a few days before his death, he made the remark that older people should always be around children. It has been truly said, “He has achieved success who has lived well, laughed often and loved much; who has gained the respect of intelligent men and women and the love of little children.” These ideals were an essential part of Mr. Johnston’s character. He will be greatly missed by his family and a large circle of friends. --- Rock Springs Rocket, Jun 16, 1934 Linwood Man Succumbs to Heart Attack Thursday Burial services for Jessie Stewart, 39, will be held this afternoon at 2:30 o’clock in Green River. The Rev. Herald C. Swezy will officiate. Suffering from a heart attack, Mr. Stewart was taken to the hospital 12 days ago from his home in Linwood, Utah. He succumbed to the affliction Thursday morning at 3:15 o’clock. Mr. Stewart is survived by his parents, Mr. and Mrs. C.B. Stewart of Linwood and one sister, whose name and address are not available at the present. Burial will be made in the Riverview cemetery under the direction of the Wildermuth mortuary. --- Green River Star, Jun 15, 1934 John Johnson Died Suddenly at Quealy John (Jack) Johnson, one of Rock Springs’ pioneer residents, and well and favorably known throughout the entire county, died Thursday of last week at the home of his daughter, Mrs. Glen Knox in Quealy. He had been in apparent good health and his sudden passing was a shock to his family and many friends. He was seventy-three years of age. He is survived by his widow; three daughters, Mrs. Roy Logan, of Rawlins; Mrs. Acsell Ohlseen, of Rock Springs, and Mrs. Glen Knox, of Quealy, and one son, Malcolm Johnson, of Rock Springs. Funeral services were held last Saturday morning from the Episcopal church in Rock Springs. Many Green River friends of the deceased attended from this city. --- Green River Star, Jun 15, 1934 Little Daughter Dies as Result Of Scalding Only Daughter of Mr. and Mrs. L. H. Carle Laid To Rest Tuesday. Deepest sorrow has entered the home of Mr. and Mrs. L. H. Carle of this city, owing to the passing of their little two-year-old daughter, Elna Jean, the little one’s death being caused from accidental scalding last Saturday morning. Everything that possibly could be done by medical aid and care was for naught, and this little bright spark of life, passed away Sunday morning in the Wyoming General hospital at Rock Springs. Death being caused from shock resulting from the accidental scalding. The heartbroken mother and father have the sincere sympathy of the entire community in the untimely passing of their only daughter. Time can only eradicate from their hearts the pain and sorrow that they now suffer. The funeral service was held last Tuesday afternoon from the local Congregational church, Rev. A. J. Blackmon preaching a very impressive and helpful sermon, which to a degree will alleviate the great sorrow that has befallen the parents. The little white casket was covered with beautiful floral offerings, and was borne to its last resting place with Byrle Pirtle, William Hanson, Wyle Shaver and Alton Hermansen acting as pallbearers. This publication joins with the family’s many friends in extending sympathy. --- Rock Springs Rocket, Jun 16, 1934 Scalding Water Causes Death of 2-Year-Old Boy Burial services for Edward Joseph Radosevich, two year old son of Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Radosevich, will be conducted tomorrow afternoon at 2 o’clock at the South Side Catholic church with the Rev. S.A. Welsh officiating. Edward accidentally fell backward into a tub of boiling water Tuesday afternoon, scalding his body from shoulders to mid-leg. Although the burns were very severe, it was believed that he would recover until early Friday morning. He was then rushed to the hospital but passed away approximately an hour and a half later at 2 a.m. Edward was born March 1, 1932 and was the only son of Mr. and Mrs. Radosveich. The body will be taken to the family home this afternoon and interment will be made in the family plot in St. Joseph’s cemetery under the direction of the Rogan mortuary. --- Rock Springs Rocket, Jun 20, 1934 Burial Services For Mr. Shuster Held Yesterday Funeral services for Mike Shuster, 57, were conducted at the North Side Catholic church Tuesday morning at 9 o’clock. The Rev. Albin Gnidovec officiated. Mr. Shuster was rushed to the Wyoming General hospital Saturday following a cerebral hemorrhage and died that afternoon. He was born in Austria and came to this country about 30 years ago. He is survived by one brother living in this country, Joseph Shuster, 201 Edgar street, four nephews, Joseph, John, James and William; and one niece, Mrs. Rudolph Anselmi. He is also survived by several brothers and sisters living in Austria. The deceased was a member of the S.N.P.J. and K.S.K.J. lodges. Burial was made in St. Joseph’s cemetery under the direction of Rogan mortuary. --- Rock Springs Rocket, Jun 20, 1934 Mine Accident Proves Fatal To Superior Man Sam Maki died Saturday afternoon at the Wyoming General hospital from internal injuries sustained during a fall of coal the preceding Tuesday in the Copenhagen mine in Superior. Mr. Maki was cutting coal during the night shift when the accident occurred. The coal fell on the miner, crushing his hips. He received prompt medical attention but the injuries proved fatal. So far no relatives living in this country have been located. His passport, dated Oct. 1, 1910, was made out to Samala Paakkanen. The following year he had his name changed to Sam Maki while working in Butte, Montana. The only name of a possibly surviving relative was found on a receipt from the Superior National Bank in Hancock, Mich., dated Nov. 10, 1911. The receipt was for $10.00 in American money which was sent to Victor Paakkanen in Finland. Funeral services will be conducted by the Eagles and the Finnish society tomorrow at 2:30 from the Rogan mortuary. Burial will be made in the Eagles plot in the Mountain View cemetery. --- Rock Springs Rocket, Jun 20, 1934 Influenza Is Cause of Death Of Young Girl Burial services for Miss Catherine James, the 18-year-old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Jesse James, Wendt avenue, were conducted Tuesday morning at 10 o’clock at the South Side Catholic church. The Rev. S.A. Welsh officiated. Services were conducted at the home at 9:30 o’clock by the Woodcraft lodge, of which Miss James was a member. Miss James, who was taken to the hospital five weeks ago with a severe attack of influenza, died from the after effects. She is survived by her mother and father and one brother, Thomas, all of Rock Springs. Miss James had many friends who were grieved and shocked by the unexpected death of the young girl. She was born and reared in this locality and attended the local schools. She was a niece of Frank Rogan, a former resident of Rock Springs who is now residing in Long Beach, Calif. He arrived Monday morning to attend the funeral services. Burial was made under the direction of the Rogan mortuary in the Rogan plot located in St. Joseph’s cemetery. --- Green River Star, Jun 22, 1934 Jesse Stewart Of Linwood Dies Thursday Only Son of Mr. and Mrs. Chas. B. Stewart Passes After Month’s Illness Mr. Jesse Stewart, only son of Mr. and Mrs. Chas. B. Stewart of Linwood, Utah, passed away last Thursday morning, following an illness of a month’s duration, cause of his demise being given as heart trouble. Mr. Stewart was taken to the Wyoming General hospital in Rock Springs, when his case was shown to be serious, and everything done to prolong his life. He was born thirty-nine years ago at Burnt Fork, and has spent his entire life in that section of the country, where he was well and favorably known to a multitude of friends. The funeral was held in this city last Saturday afternoon at 2 o’clock, Rev. Swezy, Episcopal pastor, conducting the services. He was tenderly laid to rest in Riverview cemetery. H. Layton, Lee Switzer, Edward Lenhart, Marvin McCarty and William Delaney were the pallbearers. --- Rock Springs Rocket, Jun 23, 1934 Joe Chokie to Be Buried Sunday Funeral services for Joe Chokie, son of Mrs. Carolina Chokie, will be held tomorrow afternoon at 2 o’clock from the family home, 1021 Clark St., and the North Side Catholic church. Mr. Chokie was born in Rock Springs, April 2, 1903. He had been in ill health for some time and had gone to Soda Springs to receive medical attention. His mother was with him at the time of his death. Besides his mother he is survived by one brother, residing in California, and five sisters, all of Rock Springs. His father, John Chokie, preceded him in death five years. Mr. Chokie was an employee of the No. 8 mine. --- Rock Springs Rocket, Jun 23, 1934 Body of Child To Old Mexico The body of Nile Cielma, 12 year old girl who died at the Wyoming General hospital Wednesday, is being shipped today to San Pedro de Las, Mexico, for burial. The child was an orphan and had been residing with Mr. and Mrs. Pete Gueirio of Green River. Heart disease was the cause of her death. The Sprowell mortuary was in charge of the body. --- Rock Springs Rocket, Jun 27, 1934 Scarlet Fever Causes Death of Eden Valley Boy Graveside services for Robert Anderson, Eden, were conducted by the Rev. John R. George at 2 o’clock Tuesday afternoon. Robert was the fifteen year old son of Mrs. Charles L. Anderson of Eden. He passed away Friday afternoon at 3:40 o’clock at the Wyoming General hospital. Scarlet fever caused his death. He is survived by his mother and three sisters. --- Rock Springs Rocket, Jun 27, 1934 Pinedale Youth Dies in Lincoln Of interest here is the death of Richard Louis Hennick, 23, of Pinedale, which occurred Sunday, June 17, at the Byron Memorial hospital in Lincoln, Nebr. Richard was the only son of Mr. and Mrs. Louis Hennick, pioneer residents of the state. Since nine years of age he had been suffering with an affliction due to pressure at the base of the brain. His condition was becoming quite serious and, May 2, he underwent an operation in hopes of removing the cause of his affliction. Both Mr. and Mrs. Hennick were at his bedside at the time of his death. Besides his parents he is survived by two sisters, Mrs. C. Feltner of Pinedale and Mrs. Herbert King Jr. of Laramie. --- Rock Springs Rocket, Jun 30, 1934 Last Rites for Mrs. Susan Park This Afternoon Funeral services for Mrs. Susan Park, who passed away Thursday morning at 5:45 o’clock at the Holy Cross hospital in Salt Lake City, will be held this afternoon at 2 o’clock from the family residence on Gobel St. The Rev. O.P. Avery will conduct the services. The late Mrs. Park had been in ill health for the last two years. Several months ago she was taken to the hospital in Salt Lake City to receive medical treatment. Two daughters, Mrs. D.C. Foote of Rock Springs and Mrs. H.G. Boonstra of Salt Lake City, were at her bedside when the end came. Mrs. Park is survived by eight children and six grandchildren. They are Mrs. D.C. Foote, Mrs. Fred McCurtain and Mrs. Jack Travis of Rock Springs; Mrs. L.W> Prunty, Ponca City, Okla.; H.G. Boonstra, Salt Lake City; Mrs. Leigh Post, Nebr., and Robert Park, Okla. Susan Sneddon was born in Scotland, Dec. 19, 1870. When still a small child she came to America with her parents. On Aug. 22, 1888, she married William Park and for many years has been a resident of this city. Mr. Park preceded her in death 17 years ago. --- Rock Springs Rocket, Jun 30, 1934 Infant Son to Be Buried Today Funeral services for the infant son of Mr. and Mrs. Ernest Jelosek of Blairtown will be held from the residence this morning at 10 o’clock. The baby passed away at the Wyoming General hospital Thursday evening, six days after birth. The remains were taken to the home Saturday evening. Burial will be made in the St. Joseph’s cemetery under the direction of Rogan mortuary. --- Union Pacific Coal Company Employes’ Magazine, Jul 1934 Winton Mr. Harry Purdy, who died in the Hospital in Rock Springs, Wyoming on June 3, 1934, was an old time resident of Winton where he had a host of friends. Mr. Purdy had been in the Hospital for several years. Local 3830, U.M.W. of A. officiated at the burial services. --- Rock Springs Rocket, Jul 4, 1934 Cancer Causes Death of Local Resident Friday Funeral services for Mrs. Anton Todeschi, 63, were conducted Sunday afternoon at 2:30 o’clock from the South Side Catholic church. The Rev. S.A. Welsh officiated. Mrs. TOdeschi, who had been suffering from cancer of the stomach for the last five months, passed away at her home on East Flat Friday afternoon at 1:30 o’clock. She is survived by her husband, Anton Todeschi, two sons, a daughter and a brother, Emanuel Santuary. Mary Santuary was born in Tyrol, Austria, and had lived in Rock Springs for the last thirty years. Burial will be made in St. Joseph’s cemetery with the Sprowell mortuary in charge. --- Green River Star, Jul 6, 1934 SON OF MR. AND MRS. ED. MORRISON LAID TO REST George, the eight-year-old son of Mr. and Mrs. Edward Morrison, passed away in the Wyoming General hospital at Rock Springs last Monday night at 11 o’clock, following an illness of some time, in which he was receiving treatment at a children’s hospital in Salt Lake City. The funeral was held Thursday afternoon at 2 o’clock from the L. D. S. Chapel. The little fellow is survived by father, mother, three sisters and two brothers. --- Green River Star, Jul 6, 1934 J. EDSON HIMES, OIL-SHALE PLANT PROMOTER, DEAD Spent Last Several Years of Busy Life Endeavoring to Finance Local Project Through Federal Aid. J. Edson Himes, 80 years of age, and one of Green River’s prominent figures, died at two o’clock Thursday morning in the Washington Sanitarium at Tacoma Park, Maryland, it was learned here yesterday morning in a telegram received by Mayor William Evers, one of his closest friends and business advisers. Mr. Himes had of late weeks been a patient at the sanitarium receiving treatment fro a nervous break-down believed to have resulted from over-work upon appearances before federal officials and subsequent work in his application for public works or industrial loans from the government for the continuance of the oil shale plant and soda plant at Green River. Complications setting in from the nervous disorders which followed his entrance into the sanitarium were believed responsible for his death. Mr. Himes was a well-preserved man for his years, and his appearance belied the age which he carried. He was one well acquainted with hard work and liked it, and his out-of-door hobbies and recreations kept him constantly in the best of health. His death came as a complete surprise to his many friends here, who had no idea that his illness was at any time serious. He went to Washington about a year ago to first present his application to the Public Works Administration to obtain funds with which to again place his oil shale plant, located a mile west of here, and the soda plant, on which he obtained a lease, in operation. It was his purpose to manufacture fertilizer and insecticide which would meet a marketable demand in the west and middlewest because of the close location of the plant and shorter distance for shipments to the centers using the products in large quantities. He at first applied from the PWA for and $800,000 loan, and on many occasions the loan had received favorable reaction from the administration, but complete arrangements for its completion had been delayed each occasion for further information and details worked out. Later this spring, following the passage of the Industrial Loan Bill by congress, in which loans to private industries were made available, Mr. Himes re-submitted his application and reduced his desired loan figure to $500,000 in order that it could come under the limit of the provisions of the act. However, he informed Mayor Evers here at the time that he believed he could readjust his program to fill all requirements by the lower figure. The obtaining of the loan from the government to put into operation his program in the manufacture of the products would have meant a good deal to Green River in particular for the employment it would bring and added revenue to the city business life, and to the state in general in that it would open the wedge for the development of the great natural resources which Wyoming possesses. It is still hoped, however, that the application will be continued and that the possibility of the grant, which Mr. Himes held was close to final action and was optimistic about its approval to the time of his death, would be continued. The exact method of procedure now is not certain inasmuch as the affairs of Mr. Himes will have to be thoroughly gone into before definite program for this continuance can be reached. Mr. Himes first became interested in the Green River oil shale prospects in 1924, and for almost two years conducted extensive experiments both in California and Indiana, with the erection of miniature plants in the two locations, to test the practicability of the process of extracting oil, gasoline and by-products from the shale. Shipments of the shale were made from Green River to the two plants for the experimentations. In 1926 the erection of the plant near Tollgate was started, and several hundred thousands of dollars were spent by Mr. Himes before its completion, which was accomplished in 1927. He had, however put his entire fortune into the venture and borrowed much money on top of that to complete the plant for its operation. The manufacture of the products was a decided success and the plant operated on a full-time basis for a short period, but then creditors started a series of attachments and liens and the plant was forced to shut down. It has not operated since late in 1927. He endeavored in many ways to raise funds in which to carry on the business that had created a sensation in the oil manufacturing field and many experts were sent here to inspect the plant and obtain data as to its operation and soundness in operating at a profit. He sold his extensive holdings in Illinois and put his private collection of art work on the block, which was then generally accepted as one of the finest in the nation. He could not, however, in any event raise the necessary capital to continue. With the creation of federal relief agencies he immediately started work to obtain funds for the Green River plant, and it was his greatest desire to see the operation of the plant once again. He relentlessly labored in Washington for the success of the grant, and he informed friends here a short time ago that he believed he would be successful under the private industry loan act, and would soon have the field in operation. Perhaps had he been allowed a few more short months of life and health he would have realized his ambition and given Green River a benefaction which his life so exemplified. It would be a grand thing for the continuance of the loan to erect a memorial to the memory of this fine gentleman, whose life is a memorial of generosity and kindliness, and Green River can well accept the offering by the furtherance of his work. Though it would be a fine accomplishment for the city and state it would also be a fine monument to the memory of a man who gave his life and his wealth for the faith he had in a city and state. We believe he would have it so, and with such a ripe opportunity to follow through, Green River should not fail either J. Edson Himes or its development possibility. Mr. Himes is survived by a daughter, Mrs. O. E. Liston of Elmwood, Neb., and who visited Green River ten days ago. She inspected the Himes shale property and plant near Tollgate and inquired as to his success in the obtaining of federal monies for the continuance. She and her husband, a doctor, were enroute home from a vacation spent in California. No details are available as to funeral arrangements or where burial will be made. --- Rock Springs Rocket, Jul 7, 1934 Whelan Brothers Return From Last Rites for Father James T. Whalen, accompanied by his brother, Thomas Whalen of Superior, arrived home Thursday from Red Lodge, Montana, where they attended the funeral of their father, John J. Whalen. Old time residents of Carbon, Hanna and Rock Springs will remember Mr. Whalen as having served as weighmaster for the Union Pacific Coal company for fifteen years. For the last 30 years he has been chief clerk and paymaster of the Northwestern Improvement coal properties at Red Lodge. It was only recently that he retired from active service. --- Rock Springs Rocket, Jul 7, 1934 Heart Failure Causes Death of Green River Boy Funeral services for George Morison, 9, of Green River were held Thursday afternoon at the L.D.S. church in Green River. Heart failure caused the death of the boy, which occurred at the Wyoming General hospital Tuesday at 12 a.m. He is survived by his parents, Mr. and Mrs. E. Morison of Green River and one brother, Harold. Burial was made in the Riverview cemetery under the direction of the Sprowell mortuary. --- Rock Springs Rocket, Jul 7, 1934 Body of Jackson Woman is Shipped To Philadelphia The body of Mrs. E.C. Benson, 50, of Jackson, was shipped Thursday morning to Philadelphia, Pa., for burial. Mr. Benson, husband of the deceased, accompanied the remains. A cerebral hemorrhage cause Mrs. Benson’s death, which occurred Wednesday morning at 6:40 a.m. at her home in Jackson. Shipment was made under the direction of the Wildermuth mortuary. --- Rock Springs Rocket, Jul 11, 1934 Linwood Woman Dies Here; Body To Salt Lake City The body of Mrs. Elizabeth Law Allen, 74, of Linwood, Utah, was shipped to Salt Lake City last night for burial. Mrs. Allen passed away at the Wyoming General hospital Monday afternoon. She is survived by one son and one daughter, John C. Allen and Mrs. Elizabeth Stanton, both of Linwood, and a sister, Mrs. Jean Tittsworth of Avoca, Iowa. The body, prior to shipment, was in charge of the Rogan mortuary. --- Rock Springs Rocket, Jul 11, 1934 Funeral Services For Mrs. Dalgas to Be This Afternoon Last rites for Mrs. Henry Dalgas will be conducted by the Eastern Star lodge this afternoon at 2 o’clock at the Masonic Temple. The Rev. O.P. Avery, D.D., will assist. Mrs. Dalgas, who was 69 years old, died Monday morning at 6 o’clock at her home, 212 Sherman street, following an illness of six months duration. Urania Dalgas leaves a host of friends who will be grieved to learn of her death. Always active in home and community affairs, she leaves vacant a place that cannot be filled. She was born in Denmark in 1865. In 1887 she came to the United States and since then all but two years have been spent in Rock Springs. She was a member of the Eastern Star lodge, the Royal Neighbors and the Danish Sisterhood. Mrs. Dalgas is survived by her husband, Henry Dalgas; a daughter and grandson, Mrs. P.J. Tronquet and Jack Tronquet of Rock Springs and a son, C.E. Dalgas, of Rawlins. She is also survived by one brother, Herman Jensen, who lives in Denmark. --- Green River Star, Jul 13, 1934 DEATH TAKES OLD RESIDENT OF LINWOOD Elizabeth Law Allen, 74, Passed Away Monday At Rock Springs Elizabeth Law Allen, who first came to Wyoming in 1869, and the greater part of a useful and benevolent life, has since been spent in this state, passed away at the Wyoming General hospital in Rock Springs last Monday, following an illness of over a year’s duration. Since 1912, Mrs. Allen with her son and daughter have been engaged in ranching on the Green river, and of recent years have been in charge of the M. N. Larsen ranch at Linwood, Utah. Her long residence in that section has won for her a multitude of friends, who can recount many incidents of her life, where she has ever been ready and willing to extend to the less fortunate her motherly advice and counsel and womanly tenderness in administering to the sick and discouraged, who by her encouragement and care have overcome, seeming unsurmountable obstacles of life, and have been greatly benefitted by her helpfulness. Since 1910 she has been a widow, her husband, John C. Allen, passing away on May 18th of that year. She with her son and daughter have battled the discouragements of life with a fortitude and determination that has brought them a fair share of this world’s goods, she never been discouraged, but with true intent, given her through Scotch parentage, she ever went forward, being one of God’s inspired and undaunted, of that pioneer spirit that has done much for the future of the west. The remains were prepared for shipment at the Rogan Mortuary in Rock Springs, and Tuesday evening were taken to Salt Lake City, Utah, where on Wednesday they were laid to rest in Mt. Olivet cemetery by the side of her husband. The funeral service was conducted by Rev. Buckley of the Episcopal church of that city. Elizabeth Law Allen was born in Miller Hill, Scotland, July 13, 1859. She was a daughter of George Law and Elizabeth Phillips Law. Being a daughter of a family of six daughters and two sons, only one of which survives her. She came to Rock Springs with her parents in 1869, her father being employed by the Union Pacific Coal Co. The family moved to Cache Valley, Utah, where the children attended school, the father returning to Rock Springs, to re-enter employment. In 1880 she returned to Rock Springs, where she was united in marriage to John C. Allen on October 20, 1880. She and her husband settled in Brown’s Park on the Colorado-Wyoming border and were engaged in ranching until 1891. They then moved to Rockford, Illinois, where Mr. Allen engaged in the contracting business, and where was born to them their two children, John C. Allen, Jr., and Elizabeth Allen, and where her husband died on May 18th, 1910. She returned with her two children in 1912 to Wyoming and engaged in the ranching business on Green river, later taking over the M. N. Larsen ranch at Linwood, Utah. She was a valued member of the Order of Eastern Star, having been a member since 1895. She is survived by her two children, John C. Allen, Jr., and Mrs. Elizabeth Stanton; son-in-law, Alonzo R. Stanton; sister, Mrs. Joan Titsworth, Avoca, Iowa; nephew, Stanley Kraus; niece, Mrs. Minnie Rasmussen. --- Rock Springs Rocket, Jul 14, 1934 Last Rites for Mrs. C. Carlson Sunday, 2:30 P.M. Funeral services for Mrs. Carl Carlson will be held at the Rogan chapel Sunday afternoon at 2:30 o’clock with the Rev. O.P. Avery, D.D., officiating. The body will be taken to the home this afternoon at 2 o’clock. Nellie Carlson, 36, passed away at the Wyoming General hospital late Thursday afternoon. She is survived by her husband, Carl Carlson; her mother, Mrs. Elizabeth Hunter of Rock Springs; a sister, Mrs. J.S. Anderson of Granger and one brother, David Hunter, of Salt Lake City. --- Rock Springs Rocket, Jul 14, 1934 Robert Belman Passes Away in La Junta, Colo. Robert Belman, Negro, better known to his associates as “Blondie,” passed away Thursday morning in La Junta, Colo. Mr. Belman was born in Kansas. He came to Rock Springs 43 years ago and started to work in old No. 9 mine. At the completion of 40 years of service, due to his failing health he was pensioned by the Union Pacific Coal company. Since then he has been residing with a cousin, Mrs. Sarah Mitchell, in La Junta. Burial will be made in La Junta. --- Rock Springs Rocket, Jul 18, 1934 Tourist Killed In Auto Accident North of Town Mrs. George A. Griffiths of Paris, Texas, was killed in an automobile accident which occurred near Boulder, Tuesday morning. Her companion, Mr. and Mrs. Luther A. Howerton and George Howerton are in the Wyoming General hospital recovering from injuries. A crushed skull caused the instant death of Mrs. Griffiths. No immediate relatives survive her. She was part owner of the Coca Cola Bottling Works in Paris. I.A. Howerton is the Ford dealer in the same town. Mrs. Griffiths was driving when the accident occurred. Exact information as to the cause of the crash, or the extent of injuries to the three surviving occupants of the car, are not obtainable at this time. The body is at the Rogan Mortuary pending funeral arrangements. --- Rock Springs Rocket, Jul 18, 1934 CHILD DROWNS IN SMALL POND AT UNIVERSITY Son of B.L. Dodds of Superior Schools Is Victim Anthony Dodds, 4-year-old son of Mr. and Mrs. B.L. Dodds of Superior, was found drowned in the University of Wyoming “peanut” pond at Laramie Friday afternoon. The Strycker mortuary prepared the body for shipping to St. Edward, Neb., for burial. Dodds, who is principal of schools at Superior, started for the campus about 5 o’clock. Unknown to him, the boy followed, after having been bidden previously to go back. Nearly an hour later the small body was found in the shallow cement-floored artificial pool by the Little Theatre, floating face down. Although physicians and members of the fired department inhalator squad worked over him for more than an hour, they were unable to restore life. How the child came to wade into the pond to his death remained a mystery. There were no witnesses. When John Westley, 13-year-old son of County Agent Roy O. Westley, came to search for the boy, he found another child standing by Anthony’s tricycle. Young Westley had been detailed to hunt for the youngster to send him home, and he recognized the tricycle as Anthony’s. “Where is the little boy you were playing with?” asked the Westley boy. “Oh, he’s out there tryin’ to drown his fool self,” the lad replied, almost nonchalantly. Efforts were being made to discover the identity of the other child in the hope that he might be able to tell what happened at the pond. The body was already afloat in the shallow water, Young Westley jumped in, dragged the limp form up on the ground and administered the first aid measures his training as a Boy Scout had taught him. When they proved unavailing, he left the child in the care of a summer school student who chanced to pass by, and ran to Merica hall a short distance away for help. There he encountered Dr. Valeria Rittenhouse, nurse at the university, who summoned Drs. L.W. Storey and E.W. DeKay. Word was also sent to Chief J.H. Patrick, who brought the fire department inhalator to the scene. Chief Patrick and Allen Barker, who assisted him, worked over the body with the machine. The physicians said that “Tony” had been in the water for at least 20 minutes and possibly half an hour. While little Tony had been keeping his innocent tryst with death, his father, unsuspecting, was being initiated into Kappa Delta Pi, honorary educational fraternity, at Merica hall, scarcely 100 yards distant. Mr. Dodds had left the Westley residence, 1402 Garfield street, where he and his family occupy a basement apartment while he is attending summer school, about 5 o’clock Tony asked to accompany him, but his father told him to go back. The lad evidently slipped away on his tricycle and followed his father to the campus. In doing so he must have crossed Grand avenue in the thick of the afternoon traffic. After that his movements can only be surmised during the 50 minutes before he was found by John Westley. The tragic news was telephoned to Mr. Westley by Dr. Rittenhouse, and he hurried to the pond with Mrs. Dodds, who found the doctors working vainly to resuscitate her son. The Dodds have one other child, Bernard, two and one-half years old. Tony passed his fourth birthday only last June 12, on month and one day before his death. Mr. Dodds is studying for his master’s degree at the University. --- Rock Springs Rocket, Jul 18, 1934 Two Reliance Men Drown While Fishing When Boat Capsizes In Storm On Jackson Lake Bodies of James Sterling and John Reese Recovered; Harry Verstratten and James Sellers Survive Disaster James Sterling and John Reese, both of Reliance, lost their lives by drowning Saturday when the boat capsized in a squall while they were fishing on Jackson lake. Two other occupants of the boat, Harry Verstratten and James Sellers, also of Reliance, were saved. Sterling’s body was found about six o’clock Sunday evening. The body of Reese was recovered Tuesday morning. Both bodies were found about 100 feet from shore and were said to have been close together. The searching party was composed mainly of CCC workers. Sterling and Reese, both excellent swimmers, struck out for the shore when the boat capsized. When last seen b the other two men they were said to have been swimming strong. Verstratten grabbed hold of the boat and Sellers clung to a buoyant cushion and were carried to shore by the wind and waves. Neither of the surviving men could swim. The four men were fishing on the northern end of the lake near the Hoover estate when the tragedy occurred. A sudden squall struck that portion of the lake and waves tossed up by the gale quickly swamped the boat. Sterling was operating the craft. Reese happened to be a member of the part only by a queer twist of fate. He had intended to go through Yellowstone park with Mrs. Reese and Mrs. Joe Wise and son, Joey. They were nearly ready to leave when the other men arrived and asked Reese to go fishing. He accepted and his wife and Mrs. Wise continued on to the park. Mrs. Reese had no knowledge of her husband’s death until she returned that night. Funeral services for Sterling will be held at 2 o’clock this afternoon from his home in Reliance. Rev. John R. George of the Baptist church will officiate. The body will be taken to Reliance at 9 o’clock this morning by the Rogan mortuary. Interment will be in Mountain View cemetery. Sterling was born in Williamsburg, Colo., May 19, 1900. He is survived by his wife, Eva, a five-year-old daughter, Elva Lee, and a brother, John S. Baird of Ft. Sill, Okla. Baird, Alfred Adams of Bingham Canyon, Utah, Mrs. Clinton Herrick and Mrs. P.T. Weston of Ogden and Mrs. Terry Baker of Amarillo, Texas, a sister of Mrs. Sterling, have arrived to attend the services. Arrangements have not been completed for the Reese burial. Rogan mortuary is in charge. Reese was born 36 years ago in Almy, Wyo. He is survived by his wife, Viola; a son, Ray; daughter, Gwen; sister, Mrs. Joe Wise of Winton; two brothers, Dave and Clyde Reese who live in California; and his father, Dave W. Reese, also a resident of California. --- Rock Springs Rocket, Jul 18, 1934 Last Rites For Olivero Infant Funeral services for Dona Jean Olivero, infant daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Clyde Olivero, will be conducted at 10 o’clock this morning at the Rogan chapel. Rev. Hubert Webster will officiate. The three-day-old baby passed away Monday afternoon at the Wyoming General hospital. She is survived by her parents. Interment will be in Mountain View cemetery under direction of the Rogan mortuary. --- Green River Star, Jul 20, 1934 Texas Woman Wreck Victim Mrs. George Griffiths, 60, on eof a party of Texas vacationists, was killed instantly, and three others of her party were injured severely and are now patients in the Wyoming General Hospital at Rock Springs, as the result of an automobile accident Tuesday 75 miles north of Rock Springs on the Pinedale highway. Those injured were Mr. and Mrs. L. A. Howerton and their son. All of the travelers were from Paris, Texas. Mrs. Griffiths was driving the large sedan, and the accident occurred when she tried to pass another car, the machine striking into heavy dirt and catapulted off the highway, turning over several times, it was stated. --- Green River Star, Jul 20, 1934 Superior Child Drowns In Pool Anthony Dodds, 4-year-old son of Mr. and Mrs. B. L. Dodds of Superior, was found drowned in the University of Wyoming “peanut” pool at Laramie Friday. Mr. Dodds is principal of the high school at Superior, and was attending summer school instruction. Circumstances surrounding the boy’s tragic death remain a mystery, but it is believed he followed his father to the campus and then, while playing about the pool, fell in and could not crawl out. The pool is quite shallow. The body was shipped to Edward, Neb. for burial. --- Rock Springs Rocket, Jul 21, 1934 SERVICES ARE CONDUCTED FOR LAKE VICTIMS Funeral services were held this week for John Reese and James Sterling, two Reliance men who lost their lives last Saturday when their boat capsized in a squall while they were fishing on Jackson lake. Services for Reese were held at 2 p.m. Thursday in the local L.D.S. church. Bishop Lyman Fearn officiated. The body was taken to the T.A. James home on C street at 9 o’clock Thursday morning where it lay in state until time for the services. Reese was a son-in-law of Mr. and Mrs. James. Reese was born 36 years ago in Almy, Wyo. He is survived by his wife, Viola; son, Ray, daughter, Gwen; sister, Mrs. Joe Wise of Winton; his father, Dave W. Reese and two brothers, Dave and Clyde, who live in Los Angeles, Calif. Pallbearers were James Sellers, James Zelenka, Henry Verstraeten, John Kovach, Hans Hansen and Herbert Sharp. Sterling’s services were held at 2 o’clock Wednesday afternoon from his home in Reliance. Rev. John R. George of the Baptist church officiated. The body was taken to Reliance at 9 a.m. Wednesday. Sterling was born in Williamsburg, Colo., May 19, 1900. He is survived by his wife, Eva; a five-year-old daughter, Elva Lee; and a brother, John S. Baird of Ft. Sill, Okla. Henry Verstraeten, Alex Easton, Jack Rafferty, James Sellers, William Sellers and James Zelenka acted as pallbearers. Services for both men were conducted at the Mountain View cemetery by the local post of the American Legion. Funeral arrangements were directed by the Rogan mortuary. --- Rock Springs Rocket, Jul 21, 1934 Sister of Local Woman Ends Her Life In Denver Funeral services were held Friday morning in Denver for Mrs. Hattie Halderman, 38, a sister of Mrs. B.N. Gunyan of Rock Springs, who ended her life Tuesday by jumping into a lake near her home in Denver. Mr. and Mrs. Gunyan left Rock Springs Wednesday for Denver to attend the services. They plan to return Sunday. Mrs. Halderman’s body was found floating near the shore of the lake late Tuesday night. A coroner said she had been dead about 18 hours. In letters she had left she said that she had some sort of mental trouble and was “thinking wrong thought.” Her husband said she had never fully recovered from carbon monoxide gas poisoning several months ago. Mrs. Halderman was in Rock Springs early this month visiting her sister. --- Rock Springs Rocket, Jul 25, 1934 Heat Causes Death of Pioneer Woman While In Omaha A victim of the intense heat, Mrs. Mary A. Devlin passed away at St. Rita’s Convent in Omaha, last Wednesday at 10 p.m. Burial services were conducted by the Rev. Father S.A. Welsh of the South Side Catholic church Tuesday morning at 9 o’clock. Mrs. Devlin, who was the mother of Mrs. Walter A. Muir, had been spending a few months in Omaha visiting friends. She expected to return here early this fall. She passed away quietly while she slept, two days after her eighty-sixth birthday. Mary Tiernan was born in Philadelphia, July 18, 1848. She married Felix J. Devlin in 1875 and four years later came to Carbon, Wyo., to make her home among the other pioneer residents of the famous old mining community. Her husband was employed as a blacksmith by the Union Pacific Coal company. Early in the 90s the Devlin’s moved to Rock Springs to make their residence. In 9121 Mr. Devlin died. Since then Mrs. Devlin has made her home with her son-in-law and daughter, Mr. and Mrs. Walter A. Muir and family, except what time she has spent in Omaha visiting friends. Unusually clear of mind and agile for her age, Mrs. Devlin took an active part in the community life. During the last three years her health had begun to fail and last winter she was confined to the Wyoming General hospital for several weeks. Mrs. Devlin is survived by her daughter, Mrs. Muir, and seven grandchildren, Walter, Mary, John, Margery, Helen, Mark and Bonnie Muir. Pallbearers for the funeral were Robert D. Murphy, T.H. Butler, A.T. Henkell, Frank Crumley, Albert Walters and John Rauzi. Of these six Mr. Butler and Mr. Henkell, had known Mrs. Devlin since they were boys. Interment was made in St. Joseph’s cemetery with the Sprowell mortuary in charge. --- Rock Springs Rocket, Jul 25, 1934 Last Rites For Green River Man Prior To Shipping The body of Bert E. Chapman of Green River was shipped Monday evening to Payette, Idaho, for burial. Mr. Chapman died at the Wyoming General hospital Saturday evening. Funeral services were conducted at the community hall in Green River Monday afternoon at 3 o’clock with C.L. Callahan officiating. The deceased is survived by his wife and son, Mrs. Nina Chapman and Burnell Chapman of Green River; a brother and sister, Samuel Chapman and Mrs. Charles Fulton of Payette, Idaho. Prior to shipping the body was in charge of the Rogan mortuary. --- Rock Springs Rocket, Jul 25, 1934 Funeral Services Tuesday for Former Sheriff of County Funeral services for George Harris Jr., 72, of Auburn, Washington, were conducted at the Episcopal church Tuesday afternoon at 2 o’clock. The Rev. Herald Swezy officiated. Mr. Harris died from heart trouble at his home in Auburn last Friday. The body, accompanied by Mrs. Harris, arrived here Monday morning and was placed in charge of the Sprowell mortuary for funeral arrangements. Deceased was born in Peoria, Ill., Feb. 16, 1862. He came to Rock Springs with his parents, Mr. and Mrs. George Harris Sr., when still a boy and completed his schooling in this community. On June 26, 1907, he married Miss Mary Pickering of Rock Springs. Early in their married life they moved to Green River to make their home, where Mr. Harris operated a meat market. He was sheriff of Sweetwater county for two terms. Four years ago they moved to Auburn to make their residence. Mr. Harris is survived b his wife, Mrs. Mary Harris; one daughter and two grandchildren, Mrs. Horace Ivy and son and daughter, Robert and Betty Louise of Rawlins; one son, Stanley Harris of Peru, Indiana, and one sister, Mrs. Ann Pfeiffer of Los Angeles. Immediate relatives attending the funeral were Mrs. Harris and Mrs. Ivy. The son, Stanley Harris, was unable to be present. Interment was made in the Mountain View cemetery. --- Rock Springs Rocket, Jul 25, 1934 Winton Man Dies From Heart Attack At New Fork Lake Succumbing to heart failure following a severe heart attack of acute indigestion, William Garner Adams, 48, of Winton, passed away at 3 p.m. Sunday at their camp site near the vicinity of New Fork lake scout camp. The remains, accompanied by the immediate surviving relatives, were shipped Monday evening to Crofton, Ky., for burial. The body was prepared for shipping by the Rogan mortuary. Mr. Adams was born in Crofton, Ky., March 21, 1886. The family had lived at Winton for a number of years where Mr. Adams was an employee of the Union Pacific Coal company. At the time of his death he was president of the local there. Mr. and Mrs. Adams motored to New Fork lake Sunday, taking a number of girl scouts from Winton, including their two daughters, Velma and Alice Ruth. They planned to remain for a two days outing. Having spent the afternoon fishing, Mr. Adams returned to their camp and ate a hearty meal. He was taken ill immediately following. The acute indigestion was thought to have caused an accelerated heart action and at 3 o’clock the ill man suffered a heart attack that proved fatal. Dr. L.R. Booth of Pinedale was called to the scene and an attempt to revive the man by artificial respiration was made. Overcome by the shock, Mrs. Adams collapsed and Miss Martha DeWester, nurse at the girl scout camp, was called to attend her. Mr. Adams is survived by his wife and two daughters, Mrs. Flossie Adams, Velma and Alice Ruth of Winton and one son, Ishmel Adams of Rock Springs. Names of surviving relatives other than the immediate family are not available. Mrs. I. Adams accompanied her husband and the family to Crofton. --- Green River Star, Jul 27, 1934 Geo. Harris Jr. Passed Away In Washington Was Long A Resident and Business Man of Sweetwater County While four years have passed since George Harris Jr., left Green River to make his home in Auburn, Washington, with the hopes that the change of climate might assist in his failing health, nevertheless, there has always remained in the hearts and minds of the older residents of Green River a lasting memory of his acquaintance and friendship, and it was indeed a most regrettable announcement that was received here the latter part of last week, that he had passed away in that city, Friday, July 20th following a serious illness of only two days duration. Cause of death given as due to heart trouble. George Harris came to Wyoming and Sweetwater County while yet a young man, and was for a number of years one of the prosperous cattlemen and ranchers of the Burnt Fork section. While still having large ranch and cattle holdings he became a candidate on the Republican ticket for sheriff of this county, and was elected to that office, serving with credit. After retiring from the sheriff’s office he entered the butcher business in this city, which he conducted for a number of years. He retired from business activities some years ago, owing to failing health and four years ago with his wife moved to Washington, where they have since resided, although they had large holdings in this town and county. He was born February 16, 1862, in Peoria, Illinois, and spent his early boyhood in that state, coming to Wyoming in his young manhood, and was identified and loved the state of his adoption. He was married several years ago to Miss Mary Pickering, and lived happily together until his untimely passing. Besides his wife, he leaves one daughter, Mrs. H. G. Ivy of Rawlins, and a son, Stanley Harris of Illinois. The remains were brought to Rock Springs, arriving early Monday morning, accompanied by his wife, and the funeral services were held from the Episcopal church in that city Tuesday afternoon, with Rev. Swezy conducting the same. The funeral cortege wended its way following the services to Mountain View cemetery in that city, which was made up of life long friends of Rock Springs and Green River, and tenderly laid to rest. The pallbearers were William Evers, J. S. Logan, William Hutton, W. S. Mortimer, E. E. Peters and George L. Harris of Green River. --- Green River Star, Jul 27, 1934 CALIFORNIA OFFICER IS CAR VICTIM Los Angeles Policeman Killed Thursday East Of Here. Albert Harms, believed to be about 35 years of age and a policeman on the force of the Los Angeles, Calif., department was killed and his wife and two small girls were badly injured in an automobile accident 15 miles east of Point of Rock Thursday, it was reported today by Sheriff M. J. Dankowski. According to Sheriff Dankowski, who investigated the accident, the auto in which the family was driving, a Chevrolet coach, was traveling west at a good rate of speed around a sharp bend at the point of the accident. At the curve an approaching truck made the car swing sharply to the left. The woman, who was driving the vehicle, on seeing that she was dangerously close to the edge of an embankment quickly applied the brakes, which threw the machine out of control and catapulted it from the road. The husband was thrown approximately 75 feet from the car, breaking his neck and otherwise seriously mangling his face and body. The other occupants were not thrown clear, and rode the badly wrecked car to a stop. They were, however, badly cut up and bruised, the exact extent of their injuries not at yet learned, but were rushed to the Wyoming General hospital in Rock Springs for treatment. The entire top of the coach was stripped, it was stated. The body of Harms was taken to the Rogan Mortuary in Rock Springs. Identification of the victim was made through papers and a police badge, No. 1472, which he carried. Other California tourists passing the scene also identified the officer and his family. Sheriff Dankowski, who was returning from a trip to the eastern part of the county with County Attorney Joseph H. Galicich on matters of official call when informed of the accident and proceeded to the spot to take charge, immediately called County Coroner William Walters. Walters investigated and allowed the removal of the body to the undertaking parlors. Today the coroner is making an inquest of the accident. --- Rock Springs Rocket, Jul 28, 1934 One Dead, Three Injured In Auto Wreck Near Here Chris H. Harms, Los Angeles policeman, died instantly from a broken neck and a fracture at the base of the skull sustained in an automobile accident 38 miles east of Rock Springs about 8 o’clock Thursday night. Three other occupants of the car, Mrs. Harms and 12 year old daughter, Betty Ann, and another child, Catherine Hogan, are in the Wyoming General hospital. Mrs. Harms has both arms broken, her daughter received a slight concussion, abrasions and cuts on her back and the Hogan girl suffered a contusion on her head. Mrs. Harms was driving when the accident occurred, according to Coroner William Walters. The car struck a soft shoulder on the right side of the road, when Mrs. Harms was passing a truck carrying a trailer loaded with casing, Walters reports, and while attempting to control the vehicle, she became excited and stepped on the gas. The car went across the road and Harms was thrown through the top when the machine landed in the ditch. His body was found about 55 feet from the car. Harms, who was 6 ft. 6 in. tall and weighed over 200 lbs., had been a member of the Los Angeles police force for the past 10 years. The body will be shipped by the Rogan mortuary to York, Nebr., his birthplace, for burial. The exact time has not been decided. Harms was en route to California after visiting friends and relatives in York and a brother, Albert Harms, in Charlestown, Nebr., when the tragedy occurred. --- Rock Springs Rocket, Jul 28, 1934 Pioneer Woman Is Laid To Rest Friday Morning Mrs. Thomas LeMarr Sr., pioneer resident of Rock Springs for over fifty years, was laid to rest in the family burial plot, Mountain View cemetery, yesterday morning. Services were conducted by the Rev. O.P. Avery from the home of Mrs. E.J. Young, 601 Gobel, At 10 a.m. Mrs. LeMarr died from a heart attack Tuesday evening about 9:20 o’clock. Her health began to fail about six years ago. Although very frail she had never spent a day in bed during the two years that she had lived with Mrs. Young, until the day preceding her death. She is survived by her husband and two sons, Thomas LeMarr Sr., Thomas LeMarr Jr., and James LeMarr; a sister, Mrs. E.J. Young and a number of more distant relatives. Hannah McNiece Calderwood was born in Ayrshire, Scotland, Feb. 13, 1865. She came directly from Scotland to Rock Springs in 1882 to join her father and mother Mr. and Mrs. Robert Calderwood, who had settled here a little earlier. In October of the same year she was united in marriage with Thomas LeMarr. There were no ministers located here and Joseph Young, justice of the peace, performed the ceremony. The wedding took place in the home of the bride and the entire town of Rock Springs attended. A sister of the bride, Miss Annie Calderwood, was maid of honor. A cousin of the groom and a contender for the bride’s hand, Nathan LeMarr, was the best man. Two years later Nathan LeMarr was the best man at the wedding of Mr. and Mrs. Robert Guy Sr., who recently celebrated their golden wedding anniversary. Mr. LeMarr is still living and resides in Morrison, Okla. Mrs. LeMarr is known by all for her good deeds. In addition to her own family she raised a younger sister and an niece, Mrs. E.J. Young and Mrs. Hannah Yahner, from girlhood. Always active in lodge work she was a member of the Rebekahs, the Royal Neighbors and of the Women’s Benefit association. She was a past president of the Wyoming Rebekah assembly in the state of Wyoming. She leaves many friends who will be grieved to hear of her death. --- Union Pacific Coal Company Employes’ Magazine, Aug 1934 Obituary—Robert Belman Robert Belman (colored) who entered the employ of the Company in old Mine No. 3 at Rock Springs on September 15, 1891, as a miner, died at La Junta, Colo., on July 12, where he had been living with relatives since his retirement on pension. His last occupation prior to leaving this city was as a miner in No. 4. Mr. Belman was born at Cromwell, Ohio County, Kentucky, on March 4, 1871. He was a Life Member of the Old Timers’ Association, having received his 40-year gold button in June 1932. The interment took place at La Junta. --- Union Pacific Coal Company Employes’ Magazine, Aug 1934 Sad Drowning of Two Reliance Employes The employes of Reliance district started on July 10 upon their annual vacations and the town was almost depleted of its population. John Reese, Unit Foreman, accompanied by his wife and two children, his sister, Mrs. Joseph Wise and son (of Winton) arrived at Leek's Camp on Jackson Lake on Tuesday afternoon, July 10. Mrs. Reese and Mrs. Wise, with the children, remained at the Lake with him a few days, when they departed for a motor trip through Yellowstone Park, returning to Leek's Saturday evening. Bent on catching some of the large Mackinaw Trout for which the lake is famed, Mr. Reese was joined early Saturday morning by James Sterling, Henry Verstraeten and James Sellers, all Company employes of Reliance, the party departing from Leek's landing. Their boat had only reached a point one half mile out on the lake, when it overturned, all four being precipitated into the icy water. Messrs. Reese and Sterling started to swim to shore, Verstraeten held onto the bottom of the ill-fated steelcraft, Sellers clinging to a life preserver cushion. The latter two drifted into shore which they reached in probably one hour. Reese and Sterling were formerly in the Navy and both were strong swimmers. They struck out for the nearest land, and when last seen by Sellers and Verstraeten were swimming close together, but were lost sight of due to high waves, and no sound could be heard due to the noise made by the motor, and what followed will always remain a mystery. Sterling's body was recovered from the water at six-thirty Sunday evening, that of Reese was found Tuesday morning. Willing volunteers stopping at the lakeside, assisted by many young men from the C. C. C. outfit, camping in that vicinity, worked strenuously to locate both bodies. The motor boat was a new one, but had made previous trips and belonged to Reese, Cecil James, a brother-in-law, and others, and was considered entirely seaworthy. Sterling's remains were immediately brought to his home and the funeral service was held from there on Wednesday afternoon, July 18, Reverend J. R. George officiating. He is survived by his wife and small daughter, a brother, John Baird, and sister, Mrs. T. Baker, Amarillo, Texas. Services for John Reese were held on the day following at the L. D. S. Church, Rock Springs, Bishop Lyman Fearn in charge. He was a son-in-law of Thos. James, of the Superior Lumber Company, and a nephew, of David, Elijah and William Daniels, of Rock Springs. He leaves to mourn his sad taking off a widow and two small children, his father, David Reese, and two brothers, all of Los Angeles, besides a sister, Mrs. Joseph Wise, Winton. The ritual of The American Legion was read at the grave, a large number of the boys as a mark of respect having turned out at the funerals of both. The young men were popular in the district and the sad affair cast a deep gloom over the community, and the sympathies and condolences of their many friends goes out to the bereaved in their time of sorrow. --- Union Pacific Coal Company Employes’ Magazine, Aug 1934 Reliance The community extends its sympathy to Mr. and Mrs. John Meeks and family, in the death of Mr. Meeks’ brother, Mr. M. Meeks of Illinois. --- Union Pacific Coal Company Employes’ Magazine, Aug 1934 Winton The sympathy of the camp is extended to John Valco, whose mother died while he was visiting her in Iowa. --- Union Pacific Coal Company Employes’ Magazine, Aug 1934 Superior Thomas Whalen has returned from Butte, Montana, where he was called by the death of his father. --- Rock Springs Rocket, Aug 1, 1934 Heart Failure Causes Death of Local Resident Funeral services for Horace Ord Moffitt, who passed away at the Wyoming General hospital Sunday, were conducted from the Masonic Temple yesterday afternoon at 2 o’clock. The Mount Moriah lodge No. 6 of Green River, of which the deceased was a member, was in charge of the ceremony. Burial was made in Mountain View cemetery under the direction of the Sprowell mortuary. Following long months of intense suffering from heart trouble, Horace Moffitt passed away Sunday afternoon at 3 o’clock at the age of 29. He was born August 14, 1904 in Rock Springs. As a child he was very delicate and spent considerable time in Salt Lake City and in California for his health. In 1923 he graduated from the local high school and since then had been employed in the railroad shops in Green River, Omaha and in Cheyenne, where he was located at the time he became so seriously ill. His father, C.E. Moffitt, made the trip to Cheyenne in December and brought him home. Since then he had been practically bedfast. On Feb. 16, he went for a short motor ride with a friend and ten minutes later was brought home in a state of complete collapse. He was rarely free from pain and for the last six weeks had been confined to the hospital. All during his long illness he never lost his usual cheerful attitude and was never known to complain. He is survived by his father and sister, C.E. Moffitt and Miss Irene Moffitt of Rock Springs; another sister, Mrs. Harriet Jerome of Denver and one brother, Howard Moffitt of Green River. He was preceded in death by his mother and two brothers. Mrs. Jerome arrived Monday to attend the funeral services. --- Rock Springs Rocket, Aug 1, 1934 Brother-in-law Dies Suddenly With Sister Ill Mrs. George W. Turnes, wife of the railway express agent here, was called to Mountain Home, Ida., last Wednesday by the illness of her sister, Mrs. Milton McFarney. Death played a surprising and unexpected trick of fate when the brother-in-law, afflicted by a brain tumor, died suddenly Saturday night. Mrs. Turnes expects to remain with her sister, who has no children, for several months. Funeral services for Mrs. McFarney were conducted Tuesday. --- Green River Star, Aug 3, 1934 Horace Moffitt Died Sunday Afternoon Masonic Services Held at Rock Springs Temple Tuesday Afternoon. Horace Moffitt, brother of our fellow townsman, Howard Moffitt, passed away last Sunday at 3 p.m. at the Wyoming General hospital in Rock Springs, following long months of suffering from heart trouble. The deceased was for eight years employed in the local shops here in the capacity of boilermaker, and during those years he made many friends through his cheerful and happy disposition, although a constant sufferer. It was in this city that he with his brother became members of the local Masonic Lodge, Mount Moriah Lodge No. 6, A. F. & A. M., and this lodge assisted by members of the Rock Springs lodge, conducted the impressive services over the remains at the Masonic Temple in Rock Springs Tuesday afternoon. A large number of Green River Masons and friends attending. He was born August 14, 1904, in Rock Springs, and since birth had never been very strong, although months were spent in various climates to benefit his health. He was a graduate of the Rock Springs high school, and since his graduation he has been employed at this point and other points along the Union Pacific. He was also employed in the northern part of the state, and while thus employed took down with the illness that resulted in his death. During his entire life he was never free from pain, but of his suffering he seldom complained, never burdening his friends with his troubles, but always endeavored to put forth a cheerful disposition to hide his own suffering. The pallbearers were men who had been employed with him in the local shops, namely: Ellis Fritz, Jesse Hill, John Lenhart, Leo Lance, Elmer Roberts and James Walkup. He is survived by his father and sister, C. E. Moffitt and Miss Irene Moffitt of Rock Springs; another sister, Mrs. Harriet Jerome of Denver and one brother, Howard Moffitt of this city. He is preceded in death by his mother and two brothers. Mrs. Jerome arrived Monday to attend the funeral services. --- Green River Star, Aug 3, 1934 CARD OF THANKS In trying hours, which we have just passed through, acts of kindness certainly ease the suffering and loss that was ours in the passing of our beloved husband and father. We are truly thankful for the kind acts, and words of cheer given us, especially appreciative of the kindness of the Union Pacific employees and band boys, associates of our beloved husband and father. Also do we wish to thank all who sent the beautiful floral offerings. NINA K. CHAPMAN, BURNELL CHAPMAN. --- Green River Star, Aug 3, 1934 Frank Mockler Dies From Injuries Well Known Man Meets Untimely Death at Jackson. Frank Mockler, well and favorably known in Green River, where he was born and grew to manhood, was seriously injured by being thrown from a truck, while in the employ of one of the CCC Camps located near Jackson last Sunday. He received injuries to his head from which he never recovered today that he had passed away. Mrs. Elizabeth Fairchilds and Mrs. B. Bussart, sisters of the deceased, left yesterday for Jackson, where since his injury he has been receiving treatment in a hospital at that place. Mr. Mockler has been a resident as stated above, of Green River the grater portion of his life, and has formed many life long friendships, and all will be deeply grieved to learn of his untimely passing. No funeral arrangements could be made until a coroner’s inquest was held, therefore we are unable at this writing to give any particulars as to when or where the final sad rites will be held. --- Green River Star, Aug 3, 1934 Mrs. Horton Dies Suddenly In California Death Caused from Blood Poisoning and Septic Pneumonia. The community was indeed shocked, when Wednesday evening the information was received in this city, that Mrs. C. O. Horton, wife of our local insurance man, had passed away suddenly at 12:30 Wednesday afternoon in a Long Beach, California hospital. Cause of death being given as the result of blood poisoning and septic pneumonia. Mr. Horton with his daughter, Bobbie, and son, Richard, were called to California Saturday, when word was received that she was very ill. The passing of this splendid little lady will be a great shock to her family and host of friends in Green River, as her death was never dreamed of, and the sudden news of her passing from the scenes of this life, causes untold sorrow and shock to all who enjoyed a personal acquaintance with her. As we go to press, word has been received that the funeral will take place in Long Beach this (Friday) afternoon. --- Rock Springs Rocket, Aug 4, 1934 Mrs. P.J. Qualey Dies at Home of Mrs. Susan Quealy Word has been received in Rock Springs of the death of Mrs. P.J. Qualey, mother of Mrs. Susan J. Quealy of Kemmerer, which occurred early Sunday morning. The remains were shipped to Omaha Monday for burial. Mrs. Quealy and another daughter, Mrs. Richard Turner of Kemmerer, accompanied the body. Funeral services were held Wednesday at 9 a.m. at St. Ann’s Catholic church, Omaha. Mrs. Qualey, who was 93 years of age at the time of her death, was well known in Rock Springs. A pioneer resident of Omaha, Nebr., she had lived for the last 30 years with her daughter, widow of the late P.J. Quealy of Kemmerer. It was through this strange coincidence in the similarity of names that Mr. and Mrs. Quealy met. Mr. Quealy was in Omaha on business when he noticed the name P.J. Qualey, and made inquiries to determine if the were any relation. He found that they weren’t, but later made them so when he changed the name, Susan J. Qualey to Mrs. P.J. Quealy. Mr. Quealy was an uncle of the late Mrs. Robert Jack of this city. --- Rock Springs Rocket, Aug 8, 1934 Youth, 18, Killed Trying to “Bum” Ride on Freight Body of High School Boy Mangled by Fast Train Running to catch an eastbound freight speeding swiftly on its way, Robert Swanfield, 18, of 740 Forest avenue, River Forest, Ill., was killed instantly and the badly mangled body thrown to one side of the track to lie unnoticed. The accident occurred about 8 o’clock yesterday morning three miles east of town. A half hour later the engineer on a westbound freight noticed the body and notified the authorities in Rock Springs. Swanfield’s head had been almost severed from his body by the wheels of the freight. By request of relatives the body was shipped to Chicago last night under the direction of the Sprowell mortuary. Identification was made by Coroner William Walters from a letter of introduction found on the body from the police department in River Forest. The lad, a high school student, was evidently spending his summer vacation touring the country, depending upon catching rides in automobiles and occasionally on freights, for means of transportation. Letters addressed to the boy at Oakland, Calif., indicated that he had visited there and was on his way home. A diary, which had been kept faithfully, told how he had worked the highway for rides in automobiles, and now and then catching rides on freight trains. Footprints along the railroad tracks indicated that the boy had been running in an endeavor to catch the freight at the time he was killed. The letter of introduction follows: River Forest, Ill. June 26, 1934. To Whom It May Concern: This is to introduce Robert Swanfield, age 18 years, of 740 Forest Ave., River Forest, Ill. Robert is a high school boy of very good character and comes from a very good family. Any courtesy extended will be greatly appreciated by me. RAY J. RHEINGRUBER, Lieut. of Police. --- Rock Springs Rocket, Aug 8, 1934 Funeral Services Held Monday for Mrs. Parzymeiso Funeral services for Mrs. Tekla Bartus Parzymeiso, 74, who died Saturday at her home, 816 Sixth street, were held Monday at 9 o'clock from the North Side Catholic church. The Rev. Father Albin Gnidovec conducted the ceremony. Burial was made in St. Joseph's cemetery under the direction of the Rogan mortuary. Mrs. Parzymeiso is survived by her husband, Vincent, and six daughters, Miss Victoria Bartus, Miss Sophia Parzymeiso, Mrs. John Chokie, Mrs. John Myska of Rock Springs; Mrs. R. R. Ward of Kansas City; and Mrs. R. B. Griven of Pueblo, Colo. She is also survived by three sisters now residing in Canada and one sister in Poland. --- Rock Springs Rocket, Aug 8, 1934 Pneumonia Causes Death of Johnson At V.F.W. Hospital Funeral services for Nick Johnson, 40, who died early Saturday morning at the V. F. W. hospital in Cheyenne, were conducted from the Sprowell Mortuary yesterday afternoon at 3 o'clock. The ceremony was in charge of the V. F. W. and the Rev. John R. George read the service. Mr. Johnson was taken ill with pneumonia on July 26. Through the assistance of Representative Vincent Carter, who was in Rock Springs on July 31, Mr. Johnson secured admittance to the V. F. W. hospital in Cheyenne. Mrs. Johnson accompanied her husband on the trip and was with him at the time of his death. The deceased was born in Val, Russia. He came to this country and to Rock Springs at the age of 14 and had lived here and in this vicinity for the last 26 years. In June 1918, he enlisted in the World war and 30 days later saw service at the front. He was a member of Company C 305, Infantry 77 Division. It was during his service that he was gassed so severely that he never recovered from the after-effects. Four years ago he married and since then had spent all his time here. At the time of his death he was employed as chef at the Toastmaster cafe. The only surviving relative is his wife, Mrs. Jessie Johnson. Pallbearers were: M. D. Horten, D. Ramsay, Paul Yedinak, John Vicars, Richard J. Lewis and Arvil Stavran. Burial was made in Mountain View cemetery in the V. F. W. plot. --- Rock Springs Rocket, Aug 8, 1934 Jury Exonerates Driver in Death Of Frank Mockler A coroner’s jury at Jackson returned a verdict that the accident last week which caused the death of Frank Mockler, a CCC worker from Green River, was unavoidable. Testimony at the inquest showed that Mockler, walking along the highway, became confused when two automobiles approached him from the opposite directions and stepped in the side of a machine occupied by Neil Goherty and Jack Taylor, both of Moran. Funeral services were conducted for Mockler from the Catholic church in Green River at 9:30 o’clock Saturday morning. Burial was made in the Riverside cemetery under the direction of the ROogan mortuary. Mockler received a brain injury Sunday, July 28, when he fell in front of a car two miles north of Jackson. He was taken to the Jackson hospital but never regained consciousness. Two sisters, Mrs. Elizabeth Fairchilds and Mrs. B. Bussart of Green River, made the trip to Jackson and accompanied the body home. The deceased was born and reared in Green River and is well known, both there and in Rock Springs. --- Rock Springs Rocket, Aug 11, 1934 Green River Man Dies in Cheyenne John Stanley Ryan, Green River telegraph operator, died at Cheyenne veterans hospital Tuesday of Addison’s disease. Survivors include his wife, Mrs. Genevieve Ryan, who was with him when he died; a son, John Dudley Ryan, of Green River; his mother, Mrs. John A. Ryan, of Chillicothe, Mo.; a brother, James Paul Ryan of Green River; and a sister, Miss Martha E. Ryan of Chillicothe. He was a member of Veterans of Foreign Wars. The body, accompanied by his wife and his brother, was sent to Chillicothe Wednesday afternoon for burial. Arrangements were made by Schrader Funeral Home. --- Rock Springs Rocket, Aug 11, 1934 Burial Services for Infant Son Thursday Funeral services for William Edward Cody, 7-day-old son of Mr. and Mrs. E.R. Cody, were held from the residence, 928 Lincoln Ave., at 3 o’clock Thursday afternoon. The Rev. Father S.A. Welsh officiated. Burial was in St. Joseph cemetery under direction of the Rogan mortuary. The infant, who died Wednesday evening at home, is survived by his parents and one brother, Francis. --- Green River Star, Aug 17, 1934 Charles Yund West Pioneer Passes On Brother of Local Man Ends His Earthly Career. The Pueblo, (Colo.) Star Journal has the following writeup of the passing of Charles Yund, brother of our fellow townsman, George Yund, who was at his brother’s bedside when he closed his eyes on earthly scenes: Death late Friday afternoon brought to a close the eventful career of Charles Yund, pioneer westerner and former chief of the Pueblo police department. Mr. Yund, who was 80 years old, had been in declining health since Feb. 1, when he was injured while he was engaged in his duties as supervisor of the city chain gang. He suffered injuries when a truck in which he was riding, bounced on a railroad crossing, tossing him about the cab. He had been confined to his home at 1108 East Sixth, since that time. For the past eight days he had lain in the shadow of death but the courage that marked his long career as a peace officer fought off the last challenge to his life. On April 19, 1909, Mr. Yund was a ppointed night captain of police by Dr. A. L. Fugard, who was then mayor. Early in 1910 he became chief of police, succeeding Cornelius C. Sullivan, who resigned. He was 80 years old Nov. 14, and the following day he and Mrs. Yund observed their 58th wedding anniversary. Born in Zanesville, O., the son of Benedict and Margaret Yund, he spent his boyhood in that city. In his early twenties he went to Pittsburgh, Pa., where he first became associated with law enforcement work. Shortly after his marriage in 1876 to Mary E. Parks of Pittsburgh, he became a special officer during the Pittsburgh riots. Two years later they went west to Laramie, Wyo., where Mr. Yund served four four-year terms as sheriff and twice was elected to the Wyoming house of representatives. Following the adjournment of the Wyoming legislature in 1905, Mr. Yund came to Pueblo and had resided here ever since. He was one of the workmen who were employed in the construction of the pipe line thru the Royal gorge during the latter part of 1905. For two years after that he was employed at the Herman & Sloss store, which is now the Herman Mercantile Co. After leaving the police department in 1910, Mr. Yund was for several years special agent for the Denver & Rio Grande Western and the Missouri Pacific railroads. Later he served as justice of the peace, being succeeded Jan 1, 1927 by George C. Foster, one of the present justices. Mr. Yund had been appointed to office to fill a vacancy but in the fall of 1926 did not run for office because of ill health. For the past six years he had been supervisor of the city chain gang. Mr. Yund was one of a family of three children. His brother, George W. Yund, of Green River, Wyo., had been at his bedside since Tuesday night. A sister, Alice, died several years ago. Funeral services will be conducted Tuesday. Surviving him in addition to his brother, are his widow, Mrs. Mary Parks Yund; two daughters, Miss Ethel P. Yund of the family home, and Mrs. W. A. Park, Oxnard, Calif.; two grandchildren, Earl Park of San Francisco, Calif., and Mrs. Henry A. Jaensen, Oxnard, Calif., and one great-grandchild, Jeanette Louise Jaensen, also of Oxnard. He was a member of the Bethel Methodist church. --- Rock Springs Rocket, Aug 18, 1934 Funeral Services For William Jackson Sunday Afternoon William Jackson, 40, died at his home at 723 Ridge Ave., Thursday evening. He had been in poor health for some time. Mr. Jackson was born in England, coming to this country 26 years ago. He was employed as a carpenter for the Union Pacific Railroad company. Surviving relatives are his wife, father and three daughters, all of Rock Springs. They are Mrs. Elizabeth Jackson, Alfred Jackson, Mrs. Joseph McPhie, Mrs. Frank Kaumo and Miss Dollie Jackson. Services will be conducted Sunday afternoon at 2:30 from the Episcopal church with Rev. Herald C. Swezy officiating. Burial will be in Mountain View cemetery with the Rogan mortuary in charge. The body will be taken to the family home this afternoon. --- Rock Springs Rocket, Aug 18, 1934 Infant Daughter of Hansens Dies Betty Jo Hansen, seven-day-old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. George Hansen, died at the family home, 316 Barracks, Tuesday evening. Funeral services were conducted by the Rev. John R. George from the home Thursday at 2 p.m. Burial was made in Mountain View cemetery under direction of the Rogan mortuary. --- Rock Springs Rocket, Aug 22, 1934 Former Resident Killed Instantly In Car Accident Mrs. John Frank Smith, wife of the Baptist minister at Worland and formerly Miss Ruth Hughes of this city, was killed instantly when the car which her husband was driving plunged from the road into Wind river Saturday. A high school athlete, Bob McManus of Thermopolis, whose truck the Smith car had just passed, was credited with saving the life of the Rev. Smith who was knocked unconscious and trapped in the water beneath the machine. McManus plunged into the stream and swam ashore with Smith who is recovering from his injuries in a Thermopolis hospital. Three young women riding in the rumble seat were thrown clear and escaped without a scratch. The former Miss Hughes came to Rock Springs nine years ago from the Baptist missionary training school in Chicago. Acting in the capacity of missionary for the Women’s American Baptist Home Missionary society to work with foreign people, she endeared herself in the hearts of the community during the seven years she lived here. Two years ago in October, she married the Rev. John Frank Smith, Baptist minister at Worland, and went to that city to live. Last spring the suffered a stroke of paralysis from which she had mostly recovered at the time of her death. She is survived by her father and sister, John Hughes and Mrs. E.L. Andres of Madison, Wis., and one brother, G.C. Hughes of Indianapolis. It is a strange coincidence that another sister was killed about a year ago in very similar circumstances. She, too, was the wife of a Baptist minister. She was killed instantly in a car accident in which her husband suffered minor injuries. --- Rock Springs Rocket, Aug 22, 1934 Fall From Haystack Causes Man’s Death Funeral services for Cyrus Mershon, 75, of Cora, Wyo., were conducted from the church in Pinedale yesterday afternoon at 2:00 o’clock by the Rev. A.C. Best. Mr. Mershon fell from a haystack late Saturday afternoon and fractured his skull. He was born Oct. 19, 1859 in Newton, Iowa. Twenty years ago he came to Wyoming and located on a ranch near Cora. He is survived by his wife and son, Mrs. Cyrus Mershon and Horace Mershon of Cora and another son, Willis Mershon, of Laramie. Burial was made in the Pinedale cemetery under the direction of the Wildermuth mortuary. --- Rock Springs Rocket, Aug 22, 1934 Coroner to Hold Inquest on Cause Of Mine Fatality A coroner’s inquest will be held today to determine the cause of an accident in E-mine in Superior last week which resulted in the death of Virgil Chilton, 21. It is the first fatal accident in the Union Pacific Coal company this year. Chilton died at the Wyoming General hospital Saturday from internal hemorrhage resulting from a broken right thigh, broken ribs and dislocated hip received when he was caught under a fall of coal. He was a new employee of the company and had worked only four days. The accident occurred last Tuesday morning about 10:15. Chilton was immediately taken to the Wyoming General hospital. The supervisor and several other miners were nearby when the accident happened. His body was shipped to Lehi, Utah, Saturday night by the Wildermuth mortuary for burial. Chilton’s father, J.W. Chilton is a resident of Lehi. An aunt, Mrs. Anne Bone, lives in Superior. --- Rock Springs Rocket, Aug 25, 1934 David Pugh Dies At Hospital Here David P. Pugh, 54, passed away at the Wyoming General hospital Thursday at 2:30 p.m. Mr. Pugh was born in Wales, July 21, 1880, and had lived in America for the last 50 years. He was a brother of Mrs. Elizabeth Hunter. The body will be shipped to Schofield, Utah, today for burial. Arrangements were under the direction of the Wildermuth mortuary. --- Rock Springs Rocket, Aug 29, 1934 LOUIS LARSON DIES TUESDAY AT HOSPITAL Fatal Complications Result From Fall Complications arising from injuries received Aug. 6 when he fell from the scaffolding in the Rialto theatre took the life of Louis Larson yesterday morning. Larson died at the Wyoming General hospital shortly after 9 o’clock. Funeral services will be held Thursday afternoon at 3 o’clock at the Odd Fellows home. The body will be taken to the Odd Fellows home Thursday morning and will lie in state from 10 o’clock until time for the services. Larson and a fellow worker, Fred Landeen, were working on the construction of a scaffold for painters employed redecorating the theatre when the accident occurred. Larson was working about 30 feet from the floor and Landeen was on the platform below him. According to reports, Larson stepped on a cross-grained 2 x 4 which broke. He hit and shattered the board on which Landeen was standing and both fell into the seats. The deceased was born in Sweden Feb. 26, 1889. He is survived by his wife, Lilly; two children, Robert and Mildred; two brothers, Fred and Gust Larson; and his mother who lives in Sweden. Interment will take place in Mountain View cemetery under the direction of the Sprowell mortuary. --- Rock Springs Rocket, Aug 29, 1934 Funeral Services For Mrs. G. Carr To Be Thursday Funeral services for Mrs. George Carr, 75, will be held Thursday afternoon at 2:30 o’clock at the Episcopal church with the Rev. Herald C. Swezy in charge. The remains may be viewed at the Wildermuth mortuary until 2 o’clock Thursday. Mrs. Carr passed away at the Wyoming General hospital Monday morning. She had been ailing for several years, having suffered a paralytic stroke. She was born April 23, 1859, in Durham, England, and came to the United States about 48 years ago. The last 20 years she has resided in Rock Springs. Survivors are: Her husband, George Carr; two granddaughters, Miss Vanetta Carr and Mrs. Lowell Smith of Rock Springs; one daughter, Mrs. John Plane of Erie, Colo., a son, Henry Carr and four grandchildren of Los Angeles. Burial will be made in the Mountain View cemetery under the direction of the Wildermuth mortuary. --- Rock Springs Rocket, Aug 29, 1934 Funeral Services For Mrs. Thomas This Afternoon Mrs. Anna Marie Thomas, 70, passed away at the Wyoming General hospital Sunday evening. Funeral services will be conducted this afternoon at 2 o’clock from the Rogan chapel with the Rev. John R. George officiating. Mrs. Thomas was born in Denmark, July 18, 1864. About 46 years ago she came to this country and first settled in Wisconsin. She came to Rock Springs about three years later and has made her home here since then. She married Hugh Thomas, an employee of the Rock Springs Lumber company. He preceded her in death 15 years. She was a member of the Danish Sisterhood and of the Baptist church. She always took an active part in community affairs until her health began to fail, which was about two and a half years ago. Survivors are one daughter and two sons: Mrs. J.S. Preece and Hugh Thomas of Rock Springs and Harry Thomas of Twin Falls, Idaho. Burial will be made in the Mountain View cemetery with the Rogan mortuary in charge. --- Rock Springs Rocket, Aug 29, 1934 R. Stevens Dies in Kemmerer Hospital Word has been received here by Mrs. John Dykes that her cousin, Ralph Stevens of Big Piney, passed away Tuesday evening. Appendicitis caused his death. Ralph Stevens is the son of Mr. and Mrs. John Stevens of Big Piney and the grandson of Mr. and Mrs. Lee Payne of Opal. --- Union Pacific Coal Company Employes’ Magazine, Sep 1934 Obituary Mrs. Thos. LeMarr Mrs. Hannah Calderwood LeMarr, wife of Thomas LeMarr, Sr., one of our esteemed Old Timers, passed away in Rock Springs on Tuesday, July 24, after an illness of several years, borne with true Christian fortitude. Surviving are her husband, two sons (James and Thomas) and a sister, Mrs. Mary Young, all of this city. Funeral service was held from the residence of Mrs. Young on July 27, Rev. O.P. Avery, pastor of the Congregational Church, officiating. Their golden wedding anniversary was celebrated here two years ago. Mrs. LeMarr was a native of Ayrshire, Scotland, and was wedded in 1882, shortly after her arrival in the United States, her parents having settled here previously. The sympathy of their many friends in the community is extended to those bereft. --- Union Pacific Coal Company Employes’ Magazine, Sep 1934 Obituary William Jackson After a lingering illness, William Jackson, Carpenter, passed away on August 16th at his residence in Rock Springs. Mr. Jackson was born in Leige, England, on March 8, 1885, and came to this country when a young man, beginning employment with the Company here in 1908. He was naturalized in 1913. He was also in the service of the Gunn-Quealy Coal Company, at Gunn, Wyoming, several years. Was a married man and leaves to mourn his loss a widow and three daughters, two of whom are married. He had not been able to work for about a year past. --- Union Pacific Coal Company Employes’ Magazine, Sep 1934 Obituary Joe Seaton Joshua (Joe) Seaton, Superintendent of Sweet’s Mine, Price, Utah, died on August 7. Mr. Seaton was born at Hamilton, Lanarkshire, Scotland, June 11, 1879, attended public schools at that point and graduated from Hamilton Academy with Mining Engineer’s degree. He came to this country in 1910 entering the employ of The Union Pacific Coal Company as Foreman at No. 7 Mine, Rock Springs, some years later accepting service with the Lion Coal Corporation, Lionkol, Wyo. He worked afterwards for the Peerless, Cameron and Springs Canyon Coal Companies, all in Utah. Left to mourn his taking off are his widow, one son and four daughters. Interment was at Price on August 10. He will be remembered by many of the Old Timers in this vicinity. --- Union Pacific Coal Company Employes’ Magazine, Sep 1934 Reliance Mr. H.A. Lawrence and daughter, Billie, were called to New York by the death of Mr. Lawrence’s aunt. Sympathy is extended. --- Union Pacific Coal Company Employes’ Magazine, Sep 1934 Winton The death of Mr. W.G. Adams, which recently occurred at New Fork Lake from a heart attack, was a shock to the entire community. The body was shipped to Kentucky for burial. Mrs. Adams and two daughters will remain there. Sympathy of the community is extended to the family. --- Union Pacific Coal Company Employes’ Magazine, Sep 1934 Winton Sympathy of the camp is extended to Mr. and Mrs. Henry DuPont in the death of their baby son shortly after birth, Saturday, August 4, 1934. --- Rock Springs Rocket, Sep 5, 1934 Last Rites for W.B. Anderson Held Yesterday Funeral services for William B. Anderson, 57, were conducted from the home, 702 Ludvig avenue, yesterday afternoon at 2 o’clock. The Rev. O.P. Avery officiated. Graveside services were under the auspices of the Knights of Pythias lodge, of which the deceased was a member. The death of Anderson came as a shock to the community. On July 25 he crushed three fingers of the left hand while at work in the Union Pacific mine. A week ago Saturday he was forced to discontinue working as infection had set in. Blood poisoning spread rapidly and death occurred Saturday morning at the Wyoming General hospital. He is survived by his wife, Mrs. Annie B. Anderson, one daughter, Miss Gretchen Anderson; and two sisters, Mrs. Dave Muir and Miss Annie Anderson, all of Rock Springs. Two other sisters, Mrs. Harry Morris of Thermopolis and Mrs. William Stewart of Westernport, Md., complete the survivors. The deceased was born Dec. 8, 1876 in Lonaconing, Md. He came to Rock Springs in May 1909 and had been an employee of the Union Pacific Coal company for the entire 25 years. He was a member of the Knights of Pythias lodge, the Loyal Order of Moose here in Wyoming. In Maryland he was a member of the American Mechanics. Burial was made in the Mountain View cemetery under the direction of Rogan mortuary. --- Rock Springs Rocket, Sep 5, 1934 Rawlins Man Is Fatally Injured The body of George Shupp, 42, of Rawlins, was shipped home for burial last night under the direction of the Wildermuth mortuary. Shupp was thrown from the car in which he was riding and his skull was fractured in several places when a front tire blew out while rounding a curve. The accident occurred about 38 miles east of town at midnight Sunday. Other occupants in the car were Mrs. Shupp and Miss Billie Wayne. Shupp was rushed to the Wyoming General hospital and death occurred Monday morning about 9 o’clock. --- Rock Springs Rocket, Sep 5, 1934 Inquest to Be Held Today in Wilson Death An inquest will be held sometime today to determine the cause of the death of Mrs. Claude Wilson, 23, who died Sunday morning at the Wilson residence at 834 ½ Eighth street. Mrs. Wilson died from the effects of a .32 calibre bullet wound which may have been self-inflicted. The shot entered her body near the middle a little below the ribs and went completely through. Her husband is being held in the city jail pending the outcome of the inquest. He notified police authorities of the tragedy and was present when they arrived. Mrs. Wilson was born Jan. 26, 1911, in Louisville, Colo. She is survived by her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Ed Andrew of Louisville and two sisters, Mrs. Kenneth West of Boulder, Colo., and Miss Virginia Andrew of Louisville. The remains will be shipped to Louisville for burial. Rogan mortuary is in charge. --- Rock Springs Rocket, Sep 8, 1934 Inquest Fails to Establish Manner Of Wilson Death A coroner’s inquest held late Wednesday night failed to determine who fired the shot which took the life of Mrs. Claude Wilson early Sunday morning. The jury, composed of S.F. Ramsay, Peter Hougard and Joseph Dyett, reached a verdict stating in part that “the deceased came to her death as a result of a gunshot wound fired from a .32 caliber pistol; said shot or shots being fired by the deceased or by another.” Two shots had been fired from the gun, reports state. One ended the life of Mrs. Wilson, entering her body near the middle a little below the ribs, going nearly through. The other had been fired into the ceiling at some previous time, officers said. Salt Lake City experts who examined the gun for fingerprints failed to find and trace of a print and stated that not only had all fingerprints been removed from the weapon but that it had been carefully polished, leaving no marks of any nature. Wilson notified police authorities of the tragedy and was present when they arrived. He was held for questioning but was released following the inquest. He admitted ownership of the gun but stated he had not seen if for several months. The body was shipped early Thursday morning by Rogan mortuary to Louisville, Colo., for burial. Mrs. Wilson was born in Louisville, Jan. 26, 1911. She is survived by her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Ed Andrew of Louisville and two sisters, Mrs. Kenneth West of Boulder, Colo., and Miss Virginia Andrew of Louisville. --- Rock Springs Rocket, Sep 8, 1934 Legion in Charge of Funeral Services for Noble Van Alstine Burial services for Noble Van Alstine will be conducted at 2 o’clock this afternoon from the Sprowell mortuary. The American Legion will be in charge. Alstine died Wednesday afternoon at the Wyoming General hospital. Appendicitis caused his death. The deceased has lived in Rock Springs for several years. The last year he has been in the employ of Pete Sartoretto. He is survived by his mother in Ontario, Canada, and one sister in New York City. --- Rock Springs Rocket, Sep 8, 1934 Memorial Service Will Be Held for Accident Victim Commemorating the life of Ruth Hughes Smith, a special memorial services will be held at the First Baptist church Sunday evening at 7:30 o’clock. Mrs. John Frank Smith, formerly Miss Ruth Hughes, missionary of the Baptist church here for six years, was killed in an automobile accident Aug. 17. The service will be under the direction of the young people of the church. James Smith will preside. Others taking part will be the Misses Janet Hamilton, Shidsuo Ikuno, John Duffy, Grace Shedden, Nona Wood, Lawrence Webb, D. Powell and the pastor, Rev. John R. George. Miss Mary Wood will give a vocal solo and Miss Nora Sinn a violin solo. --- Rock Springs Rocket, Sep 8, 1934 H.W. Moss Dies At Home of Son Friday Afternoon Hyram William Moss, 67, passed away at the home of his son, Lawrence Moss, Friday afternoon at 12:30 o’clock. Stomach trouble was the cause of his death. Moss is a pioneer resident of Rock Springs. He is survived by his wife, Mrs. Lena Moss, a son and daughter, Lawrence and Fern, of Rock Springs; two sons, Leland and Howard of Jackson and another daughter, Mrs. Ray Fisher of Scottsbluff, Neb. The body is at the Wildermuth mortuary pending funeral arrangements. --- Rock Springs Rocket, Sep 12, 1934 ONE KILLED IN ACCIDENT NEAR HERE SUNDAY Extradition Is Likely For Driver of Car One girl was killed and another seriously injured in an automobile accident at 35 miles east of Rock Springs late Sunday night. The driver of the car, Carl Seigfried, alias Carl Lynch, is held at the county jail awaiting outcome of the coroner’s inquest and also possible extradition to California on robbery charges. The accident occurred while Lynch was traveling at an excessive rate of speed, it is said. The car apparently struck a soft spot near the side of the road and turned over. Doris Herd of Lynd, Mass., was killed instantly and Dorothy Horn of Saukville, Wis., sustained severe head wounds. She is being cared for at the Wyoming General hospital. Ada Chabot and Frances Elmlinger, the other occupants of the car, were not injured. Lynch was taken to the city jail and questioned following the accident Further questioning by Sheriff M.J. Dankowski led Lynch to admit he had stolen $250 from the Public Food Stores in Oakland, Calif., on Sept. 6, while he was an employee of that store. The sheriff notified Oakland police authorities who are making application for extradition papers. The four girls were hitch-hikers. Ada Chabot of Central Falls, R.I., and Doris Herd were picked up at Winnemucca, Nev. Frances Elmlinger of Cameron, Wis. and Dorothy Horn were picked up at Wells, Ariz. A diary belonging to one of the girls stated they were traveling with Lynch as far as Cheyenne. --- Rock Springs Rocket, Sep 12, 1934 Charles Jury Dies At Home of Niece Charles Jury, 66, passed away at the home of his niece, Mrs. Eldred Tosne, Green River, Tuesday morning. Other than Mrs. Tosne, Jury is survived by two sisters in the east and two brothers in Florida whose names were not obtainable at this time. The body is at the Rogan mortuary pending funeral arrangements. --- Rock Springs Rocket, Sep 12, 1934 Find Dead Man Near Wamsutter Insanity Causes Death Authorities Say The body of a man believed to be Melvin T. Ingram of Sacramento, Calif., was found Sunday afternoon about two miles north of Wamsutter by Frank White, a trapper living at Wamsutter. It is believed he had been dead about a week. Ingram came to his death as a result of insanity, county authorities say. His clothes ere found scattered over the ground for nearly a quarter of a mile and are believed to have been taken off by Ingram while he wandered around in a demented state. An election registration certificate issued by the county clerk of Sacramento, Calif., and bearing the name of Melvin T. Ingram was found in the clothes near the body, leading to the belief that the dead man was Ingram. The certificate showed that in 1929 Ingram lived at 215 21st street, Sacramento, Calif. The body is being held at the Rogan mortuary awaiting the outcome of efforts to locate relatives. --- Green River Star, Sep 14, 1934 Girl Killed In Accident Last Sunday Driver of Car Held For Extradition To California. An investigation into the death of Edith Doris Hart, of Lynn, Mass., in an automobile accident 35 miles east of Rock Springs Monday, has brought about the capture of a man held in connection with a theft in California. Miss Hart was instantly killed in the overturning of an automobile driven by Carl H. Seigfried. With Miss Hart he had picked up three other women hitch-hikers who were only slightly hurt in the crash. Officers here were informed by California authorities that Seigfried was wanted in Oakland in connection with the theft of $250 from a food store where he had been employed on August 26 and he is being held in jail at Rock Springs pending extradition proceedings. The other women who were riding with Seigfried were Dorothy Horn, Saukeville, Wis., Ada Chabot, Central Falls, Minn., and Francis Elmling, Cameron, Wis. Siegfried told the police at Rock Springs he had picked them up at Wells, Ariz., and Winnemucca, Nev. --- Green River Star, Sep 14, 1934 Charles Jury Passed Away Last Tuesday Death Comes Suddenly To Prominent Railroad Employe. Charles Edward Jury, passed away last Tuesday at 9:55 a.m., following an illness of only two days duration. Cause of death is given as fluid pneumonia. Mr. Jury had not been feeling well for the past three weeks, but his condition was not deemed serious until just two days before his demise. Charles Edward Jury was born August 18, 1868, at Clinton, Mo. He came to Green River in 1907, and has been employed as railroad fireman at this point since his arrival. He made his home with his niece, Mrs. Eldred Toone. He was never married. Mr. Jury was of a quiet, pleasant disposition and had many staunch friends, who will join with his relatives in mourning his passing. He leaves besides his niece and family, two sisters in the east and two brothers who reside in Florida. The funeral will take place this afternoon at 2 o’clock in the Union Pacific Social hall. The funeral is under the direction of the Rogan Mortuary of Rock Springs. --- Rock Springs Rocket, Sep 15, 1934 Funeral Services For Eugene Rizzi Held in Kemmerer Funeral services for Eugene Rizzi of Kemmerer, a former resident and well known locally, were conducted Monday morning in Kemmerer. Eugene Rizzi died at the Kemmerer hospital Saturday morning at 8 o’clock following an operation for appendicitis. He was the son of former mayor and Mrs. John Rizzi of Kemmerer. He was born in Rock Springs, Jan. 1, 1908 and attended grade school here. The family later moved to Kemmerer where Eugene attended high school, establishing for himself a state record as a basketball and football player. Rizzi is a nephew of Mrs. Anna Magagna, Mr. and Mrs. Steve Magagna, Mr. and Mrs. Valentine Magagna, Mrs. Dorothy Angeli and Mrs. Margaret Bertagnolli, all of Rock Springs. Approximately 30 cars from here and Superior were in attendance at the funeral, while relatives and friends from Utah, Idaho, Montana and California were among those present. --- Rock Springs Rocket, Sep 19, 1934 Croup Cause of Death of Three Year Old Girl Alice Rae Cornford, three-year-old daughter of Mrs. Lydia Cornford, passed away suddenly yesterday afternoon at 2:15 o’clock. Membranous croup was the cause of her death. The baby is survived by her mother and her grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. G.L. Cornford, in addition to a number of aunts and uncles. The body is at the Rogan mortuary pending funeral arrangements. --- Rock Springs Rocket, Sep 19, 1934 Attend Funeral of James Attryde, Sr. Mr. and Mrs. William Bateman returned Monday from Hanna where they were called by the death of Mrs. Bateman’s father, James Attryde, Sr. Mr. Attryde, who would have been 76 years old Monday, had been in failing health for some time. Death occurred Monday and funeral services were held Thursday. He was a member of the Old Timers association and was quite well known in this vicinity. Mr. and Mrs. Charles Shedden motored to Hanna Wednesday to attend the funeral, returning on Thursday evening. --- Rock Springs Rocket, Sep 22, 1934 Funeral Services Held Thursday Funeral services for three-year-old Alice Rae Cornford, daughter of Mrs. Lydia Cornford, were conducted from the Rogan chapel at 1:30 o’clock. The funeral was private since the health officers had decreed that the deceased had died from a contagious disease and burial should take place immediately. Bishop Lyman Fearn of the L.D.S. church officiated and burial was made in Mountain View cemetery. --- Rock Springs Rocket, Sep 22, 1934 KILLED IN CRASH Mrs. E. Holmes of Kemmerer received word that her son-in-law, Donald Hess, was killed in an airplane crash at Pierre, S.D., where he was employed in an airport. Mrs. Holmes left to attend the funeral which will be at the deceased’s home in Watertown, S.D. Mrs. Holmes, who is a sister of Mrs. George Parr, and her daughter, Mrs. Hess, are well known here. --- Rock Springs Rocket, Sep 22, 1934 Christie Funeral Services Will Be Conducted Today Funeral services for Thomas Christie, 57, will be held today at the home of his brother, John Christie, 620 Second street. Rev. O.P. Avery of the Congregational church will officiate during the services at the home and the American Legion will conduct services at the cemetery. Christie died at approximately 3 o’clock yesterday afternoon at his brother’s home. He was born in the county of Fifeshire, Scotland, and came to the United States in 1908. He came directly to Rock Springs and had lived here since that time with the exception of a period served in France during the World war. Interment will be in Mountain View cemetery under the direction of the Wildermuth mortuary. --- Rock Springs Rocket, Sep 29, 1934 Winton Miner Dies In Unusual Mishap Eli Korich, 41, was killed almost instantly Thursday night in No. 3 mine at Winton in an accident said to have been the first of its type ever to have occurred in a Union Pacific Coal company mine. Korich was a machine helper and beller on scraper face in Nine South entry. The accident is said to have occurred while Korich was belling the scraper when an prop on which the sheave for the head rope of the scraper was attached, in some manner was pulled out allowing the rope to sweep across the face. Korich was caught between the rope and the rib and his chest was badly crushed. He died a few minutes later. Korich was not married. Funeral services are pending word from a brother living in the east said to be the only relative of Korich in this country. Rogan mortuary is in charge of arrangements. --- Union Pacific Coal Company Employes’ Magazine, Oct 1934 Obituary Notices WILLIAM B. ANDERSON There died at the Wyoming General Hospital on September 1, William B. Anderson, who had been employed by The Union Pacific Coal Company, in its Mine No. 8 as Timberman. He entered its service in 1909, was a member of the Old Timers Association, twenty-five years in its employ. About one month since, he had several fingers crushed, but infection developed, his death resulting. Surviving are his widow, his daughter (Gretchen, stenographer in T. S. Taliaferro, Jr., Attorney's office) and four sisters. Mr. Anderson was born in Lonaconing, Maryland, in 1876. He belonged to several fraternal organizations. The funeral was held from the home of the family, 702 Ludvig Avenue, September 4, Reverend O. P. Avery officiating, interment in the Mountain View Cemetery. “Billy” was well though of, had countless friends, and the sympathy of the community goes to those bereaved. The ritual of the Knights of Pythias was carried out at the grave. MRS. GEORGE CARR Mrs. George Carr, aged 74, a native of Durham, England, died August 27, at the Wyoming General Hospital, after a lingering illness. Her husband, now retired, was for years connected with the mining force of the company at Rock Springs, and one son and a daughter, residing elsewhere, survive her. Funeral services August 30 were conducted at the Episcopal Church, Reverend Herald Swezy in charge, interment in Mountain View Cemetery, this city. MRS. ANNA M. THOMAS Mrs. Anna M. Thomas passed away on Sunday, August 26, at the Wyoming General Hospital. She had resided in this city over forty years and was born in Denmark in 1864. Her husband, Hugh Thomas, preceded her in death some fifteen years since. Surviving are two sons (Hugh and Harry) and one daughter (Mrs. J.S. Preece). Rev. J.R. George officiated at the funeral services at Rogan’s Chapel and the burial was in Mountain View Cemetery here. --- Union Pacific Coal Company Employes’ Magazine, Oct 1934 Reliance Mr. and Mrs. H.A. Lawrence and daughter returned to their home here after having visited in New York. Mr. Lawrence was called there by the death of an aunt. --- Rock Springs Rocket, Oct 3, 1934 RIZZI SERVICES HELD TUESDAY Funeral services were held yesterday morning at nine o’clock from the South Side Catholic church for Guido Rizzi who died last week in Stockton, Calif. Rev. S.A. Welsh officiated. Local union 2616 was in charge of services at the cemetery. Rizzi is survived by a brother, Andre, of Butte, Mont., and two cousins, Peter Rizzi of Superior and Celeste Rizzi of Stockton. Interment was in St. Joseph’s cemetery under the direction of Rogan mortuary. --- Rock Springs Rocket, Oct 3, 1934 Funeral Services To Be Held Today For Silas Wardle Funeral services will be held in the L.D.S. church at 2 o’clock this afternoon for Silas D. Wardle who passed away at the Wyoming General hospital Sunday after an illness of two months. Wardle was born 59 years ago in Idaho. He is survived by five sons, Sam, Sheldon and Legrand of Rock Springs and Leslie and Delos of Denver and four daughters, Mrs. Martha Buchanan, Mrs. Lela Williams and Mrs. Katherine Smith, all of Rock Springs, and Mrs. Leah Peterson of Salt Lake City. His wife preceded him in death nine years ago. Until just before the funeral the body will be at the home of Mrs. Leah Peterson, 160 Elk street, where friends may call. Interment will be in Mountain View cemetery. Sprowell mortuary is in charge. --- Rock Springs Rocket, Oct 6, 1934 Zambelli Services Sunday Afternoon Funeral services will be held from the South Side Catholic church at 2:30 tomorrow afternoon for Mrs. Mary Zambelli, 61, of Superior, who died Wednesday at the Wyoming General hospital. Rev. S.A. Welsh will officiate. The rosary will be recited at 6:45 p.m. today in the Rogan chapel. Mrs. Zambelli is survived by two sons, Peter and Eugene, both of Superior. Interment will be in St. Joseph’s cemetery. --- Rock Springs Rocket, Oct 6, 1934 McPhie Infant to Be Buried Monday Funeral services will be held from the Rogan chapel this afternoon at 2 o’clock for Vetta Althera McPhie, infant daughter of Mr. and Mrs. William McPhie of Reliance, who died Thursday at the Wyoming General hospital. Bishop Lyman Fearn of the L.D.S. church will officiate. In addition to her parents, the infant is survived by four brothers, Edward George, Cecil, Carlyle and Dewayne and one sister, Mary Marline. Interment will be in Mountain View cemetery. --- Rock Springs Rocket, Oct 10, 1934 Former Manager of R.S. Fuel Co. Dies From Fall Arthur S. White, 38, a former Rock Springs resident died Saturday afternoon at St. Joseph’s hospital, Denver, as a result of injuries received in a fall Friday night from a second-story window of his home. Relatives believe White plunged through his bedroom window while sleepwalking. The immediate cause of death was the piercing of his lungs by splinters of fractured ribs. Mrs. White, who was sleeping in the same room, was awakened at 3 a.m. by sounds of someone moaning outside the house. She noticed her husband was not in bed and, peering out the window, saw him lying on the concrete driveway. She summoned help and White was taken to the hospital where he was unable to give any inkling of the nature of the accident. In a semi-conscious state, he only said, “What happened to me? Why am I here?” Mrs. White said her husband recently has been subject to dreaming and walking in his sleep. His bed is located near the window from which he fell and it is believed he lost his balance while in a somnambulant state, and fell against the window, pushing the screen loose and plunging to the ground. White was general manager of the Rock Springs Fuel company during 1927-29. He left Rock Springs early in July, 1929, and went to Superior where he became general manager of the Premier and Ideal Coal company. Early in June, 1932, he went to Denver to succeed the late Robert Worthington as president of the National Fuel company, a position he held at the time of his death. In addition to his wife, White is survived by a daughter, Josephine, and a son, Arthur Jr. Funeral services were conducted yesterday afternoon from the Olinger mortuary. --- Rock Springs Rocket, Oct 10, 1934 Funeral Services For Mrs. Angelovic Are Held Tuesday Funeral services for Mrs. John Angelovic, 34, were held Tuesday morning at the North Side Catholic church. The Rev. Father Albin Gnidovec officiated. Burial under the direction of Rogan mortuary, was in St. Joseph’s cemetery. Services at the grave were conducted by the ladies auxiliary of the V.F.W. Mrs. Angelovic died at the Wyoming General hospital Saturday, Oct. 6. She was born in Ecrouves, France, and has been in this country 14 years. She is survived by her husband, John Angelovic, and a daughter, Josephine of this city, her father, two brothers and a sister who live in France. --- Rock Springs Rocket, Oct 10, 1934 Mrs. Leona Meadows Dies Here Tuesday Mrs. Leona Meadows, 34, died at the Wyoming General hospital Tuesday morning. She is survived by her father, Robert Bingham of Pueblo, Colo., her mother, who is in Alabama, and her husband, Arthur Meadows, who is in California. Mr. Meadows is on his way to Rock Springs for the funeral. The body is at Rogan mortuary pending funeral arrangements. --- Rock Springs Rocket, Oct 17, 1934 Transient Killed By Freight Train James J. Roach, 36, was killed by a freight train seven miles west of Wamsutter last Thursday. Details of the accident are not known but it is believed Roach was killed in attempting to board a moving train. His body was shipped Monday night by the Sprowell mortuary to relatives in Chicago where burial will take place today. Roach is survived by a brother, John Roach, and a sister, Mrs. Laughlin, of Chicago. --- Rock Springs Rocket, Oct 17, 1934 INFANT IS BURIED The infant daughter of Mrs. J.R. Switzer who died Tuesday morning was buried that afternoon from the Sprowell mortuary. --- Rock Springs Rocket, Oct 17, 1934 Funeral Services To Be Held Sunday For John Delnero John Delnero, 74, died at the Wyoming General hospital Monday. The body was taken to the Rogan mortuary where it will remain until Saturday when it will be taken to the family home at 801 Gobel street. Funeral services will be held on Sunday afternoon at 2:30 from the South Side Catholic church. The Rev. Father S.A. Welsh will officiate. Burial will be in St. Joseph’s cemetery. Delnero is survived by his wife. He was formerly employed by the Central Coal & Coke company but for the past several years has been unable to work due to ill health. --- Rock Springs Rocket, Oct 17, 1934 Becker Services Are Held Monday Funeral services for Frank C. Becker, 50, were held at the Congregational church at Green River Monday afternoon. The Rev. A.J. Blackmon officiated. Becker died at his home in Green River Friday, Oct. 12. He was a barber and had lived at Green River for the last eight years. He was born in Salt Lake City Nov. 11, 1883. Becker is survived by his wife. Interment was made in the Riverview cemetery in Green River, under the direction of the Wildermuth mortuary. --- Rock Springs Rocket, Oct 17, 1934 Former Resident Dies at Kemmerer Thomas Roberts, 43, died Tuesday, Oct. 9, in the Kemmerer hospital. He was buried Saturday, Oct. 13, from the Mormon church in Kemmerer. Mr. Roberts was born in Rock Springs and lived here for some time. He is the son of John Roberts, who survives him. Other survivors are four brothers, John, Hugh, Llewelyn and Teddy, and two sisters, Nellie and Jennie, all of Kemmerer. Pallbearers were his four brothers, and two cousins, Hugh and Isaac Roberts of Rock Springs. Among the local people who attended the funeral were Mr. and Mrs. Isaac Roberts, Mr. and Mrs. Hugh Roberts and Mrs. A. Hamilton and daughter. --- Rock Springs Rocket, Oct 20, 1934 Funeral Services For James Bell to Be Held Tomorrow Funeral services for James Bell, 52, who died at his home on Center street Wednesday afternoon, will be held from the chapel of the Wildermuth mortuary tomorrow afternoon at 2 o’clock. The Rev. John R. George will officiate. Bell is survived by his wife and five children, Mrs. William Gilpin Jr., Mrs. Keith Dickson, Wilma Bell, Betty Jo Bell and Jim Bell. Up to the time of his death Mr. Bell was employed as a machinist at the Gunn-Quealy Coal company. --- Green River Star, Oct 19, 1934 Frank C. Decker Died Suddenly Last Friday Cause of Death Being Given As Asthma and Acute Heart Trouble. Frank C. Decker, aged 51 years, passed away last Friday evening about 8 o’clock, cause of death being given as asthma and acute heart trouble, following an illness of three weeks, in which he had been confined to his home in this city. Mr. Decker had not been in the best of health for many months, but it was not until about three weeks ago that he seemed to be failing. He came to his home in this city from Granger where he was employed as a barber, and from the time of his return seemed to grow weaker, until the end came suddenly last Friday evening. Frank C. Decker was born in Salt Lake City in 1883, and resided in Utah the greater part of his youth and young manhood. He met and married Miss Lauretta Arnold in Vernal, Utah, and to this union four children were born, two sons and two daughters. He with his family came to Green River about eight years ago. He located here for all but one year of that time, having served this precinct as justice of the peace, and was engaged in the barber business. A year ago he opened a barber shop in Granger and was conducting this business when he was taken with the illness that resulted in his death. He was a quiet, and reserved man, but possessed the faculty of making friends and keeping them, and many will deeply regret his passing. The funeral services were held from the local Congregational church last Monday afternoon, Rev. A. J. Blackmon preaching a very impressive and touching sermon. Following the service a long cortege of sorrowing relatives and friends accompanied the remains to Riverview cemetery, where they were tenderly laid to rest. The pallbearers were Arthur Parker, Robert Coomes, George Harsha, Bryan Switzer, Otto Larsen and H. L. Atkinson, and the funeral arrangements were in charge of the Wildermuth mortuary of Rock Springs. The deceased leaves to mourn his untimely passing from this life’s scenes, his aged mother, three sisters, two brothers, wife, two daughters, two sons, three grandchildren and a number of relatives and friends, many of whom were present at the last sad rites. This publication joins in extending sympathy to the bereaved family in their hour of sorrow. --- Rock Springs Rocket, Oct 24, 1934 Pioneer Resident of Rock Springs to Be Buried Today Funeral services for Robert Guy Sr., 73, who died at his home, 105 Sherman street Monday morning will be held at the family home this afternoon at 2:30 o’clock. Rev. O.P. Avery of the Congregational church will officiate. Guy was born Oct. 18, 1861 in Franklin, Maryland. He came to Rock Springs 51 years ago. Shortly after his arrival here he was married to Miss Jane Young. Mr. and Mrs. Guy celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary in June. Survivors are his wife, two sons, Robert Guy Jr., and G.A. Guy, and one daughter, Mrs. John Bunning. Interment will be at Mountain View cemetery under direction of the Wildermuth mortuary. --- Rock Springs Rocket, Oct 24, 1934 Charles Jones Is Killed in Accident Near Cheyenne Funeral Services to Be Held Here Tomorrow Charles Jones, 41, of Rock Springs, supply sergeant of CCC camp 832 at Fox Park, was killed Saturday night when an automobile in which he was riding swerved into and sideswiped a truck on the Lincoln highway three miles west of Cheyenne. Jones’ head was crushed in the accident and he died en route to a hospital. Three other occupants of the car received minor injuries and three additional passengers were uninjured. The truck driver, W.T. Stewart Jr., of Alma, Nev., was not injured and his truck received only a tire puncture and a dented rim. The passenger car was demolished. R.L. Ault of Cheyenne was driving the car in which Jones was traveling. He was en route to Cheyenne, according to reports, while Stewart, his truck carrying an automobile, was driving east. According to State Highway Patrolman Reed Koons who investigated the accident, Stewart was going about 25 miles an hour and was well on his own side of the road. Stewart was exonerated of blame and was not held. It has not been determined what caused the car to swerve into the truck. Jones’ body has been sent here for burial. Funeral services will be held Thursday afternoon at 2 p.m. at the Episcopal church with Rev. Herald Swezy officiating. Interment will be made in the Elks plot at the Mountain View cemetery under the direction of Rogan mortuary. Jones is survived by a sister, Mrs. Alfred Jackson, of Rock Springs, two sisters and two brothers residing in England and another brother in Australia. --- Rock Springs Rocket, Oct 24, 1934 H. Livingston of Denver Dies Harry Livingston, 72, of Denver, father of Harry C. Livingston of Rock Springs died of heart attack Wednesday night. Mr. Livingston returned home Sunday after attending the funeral which was held Friday morning. --- Rock Springs Rocket, Oct 24, 1934 Rogers Body Is Shipped Tuesday The body of Mrs. Lillian Rogers, who died at the Wyoming General hospital last Thursday night, was shipped to Richmond, Va., Tuesday by the Rogan mortuary. Her mother, Mrs. Maybe Childress, and daughter, Mary Virginia, accompanied the body. --- Rock Springs Rocket, Oct 27, 1934 Funeral Services For Mrs. M. Connor To Be Held Today Funeral services for Mrs. Mary Connor, 64, who died Tuesday night in Wilmington, Ill., will be held this morning at 9:00 o’clock from the South Side Catholic church with the Rev. Father S.A. Welsh officiating. Interment will be in St. Joseph’s cemetery under the direction of Rogan mortuary. Mrs. Connor, accompanied by her daughter, Mrs. Ray Weimer, left here last week for the latter’s home where she expected to spend the winter. The remains were brought back to Rock Springs for burial, arriving here yesterday morning, accompanied by Mr. and Mrs. Weimer and by Mr. and Mrs. Clarence Swainson of Cheyenne. The remains were taken to the home of Frank Tallmire yesterday afternoon. The rosary was recited last evening at 7:00 o’clock. Mrs. Connor is survived by her daughter, Mrs. Weimer, and one son, Roy Connor, of this city. --- Rock Springs Rocket, Oct 31, 1934 Granger Man Dies At Local Hospital G.B. Christson, 57, of Granger, died at the Wyoming General hospital Tuesday morning at 5:30 o’clock. The body was taken to the Rogan Mortuary. As yet no funeral arrangements have been made. He is survived by his wife. --- Rock Springs Rocket, Oct 31, 1934 Evanston Resident Dies Here Monday The body of William Coutts, 68, of Evanston, Wyo., was shipped to that city by the Wildermuth Mortuary last night for services and burial. Coutts died at the Wyoming General hospital Monday night at 10:30 o’clock. He was born in Moffat, Scotland, Jan. 22, 1866. --- Union Pacific Coal Company Employes’ Magazine, Nov 1934 September Injuries ELI KORICH, Austrian, Age 41, Machine Runner’s Helper and Bell-Ringer, Winton No. 3 Mine, Section No. 5. FATAL. Eli, who was the lower bell-ringer on a scraper face, was directing the movements of the scraper or scoop in a new scraper face. There was considerable loose coal piled up a the lower end of the face, and the crew had broken one sheave prop in the fore part of their shift. This had been replaced and they had commenced loading again, when this sheave post pulled out, allowing the rope to sweep across the room, striking Eli in the chest, causing almost instantaneous death. There were several contributing factors causing this accident, all of which, with the proper cooperation, could have been eliminated. --- Union Pacific Coal Company Employes’ Magazine, Nov 1934 Passing of Eli Korich On September 27, 1934, Eli Korich, age 41, employed on Scraper in Mine No. 3, Winton, was practically instantly killed due to a lower sheave prop pulling out, which swung the rope, striking Mr. Korich in the side. He was a single man and had been employed with the Company for 13 years. Funeral services were held at Rogan’s Chapel, with interment in this city. Mr. Korich had no dependents as far as could be ascertained and was a native of Austria. --- Union Pacific Coal Company Employes’ Magazine, Nov 1934 Obituary—Thomas Christie There passed away on September 21, after a lingering illness, Thomas Christie, who was employed in the Boiler Plant at Rock Springs for some time. Due to his sickness, he had not worked since January 21st last. Mr. Christie was a native of Scotland, born August 6, 1880, having been naturalized at Green River in 1915. His first service with the Company dates back to October, 1908, when he was engaged as a Driver here. "Tom" (as he was familiarly known by his host of friends) had a very creditable army record as the following will attest: Joined Company M here July 10, 1917. Left for Cheyenne August 1, 1917. Assigned to Third Wyoming Infantry as Corporal. Left for Charlotte, N. C., September, 1917. Left Charlotte November 12th for Camp Mills, New York. Left Camp Mills December 12th, landing St. Nazaire, France, January 3rd, 1918. Thence to Lockerteen, Gramat, and back to St. Nazaire, being at latter city when Armistice was signed. Came back to United States, discharged at Fort Warren, April, 1919. Mr. Christie had been a widower many years, and has a grown daughter now residing in Canada. He also leaves two brothers, John and Alex (the former with Megeath Coal Company here and the latter with Central Coal & Coke Company), to mourn his loss. --- Union Pacific Coal Company Employes’ Magazine, Nov 1934 Reliance Sympathy is extended to Mr. and Mrs. William McPhie in the death of their infant daughter, which occurred at the Wyoming General Hospital. --- Union Pacific Coal Company Employes’ Magazine, Nov 1934 Winton The death of Mr. Eli Korich resulting from a mine accident was a distinct shock to the community. Mr. and Mrs. Jack Mullins of Nyssa, Oregon, attended the funeral, Mrs. Mullins being a niece of Mr. Korich. --- Green River Star, Nov 2, 1934 Jas. B. Christenson Laid To Rest Last Thursday Afternoon James B. Christenson, a well-known resident of Granger, passed away at the Wyoming General hospital in Rock Springs last Tuesday morning following a short illness, at the age of 57 years. The funeral which was held Thursday at 2:30 p.m., in Rock Springs, was in charge of the Elks Lodge of which he was a valued member, and interment was in the Elks lot of that city. This publication joins in extending sympathy to the bereaved family. --- Rock Springs Rocket, Nov 7, 1934 Herman Johnson Died Yesterday Herman Johnson, 72, died at Wyoming General hospital Tuesday morning. The body is at the Rogan mortuary awaiting funeral arrangements. Johnson was born in Finland. He came here in 1887. He was employed in the Blairtown mine for 15 years and by the Union Pacific Coal company for 20 years. Johnson is survived by seven children, Mrs. J.C. Arndt and Miss Velma Johnson of Santa Maria, Calif., Mrs. H. Walters and Mrs. Eric Lindroos of Superior; Elmer, Leonard and Ernest Johnson of Rock Springs. --- Rock Springs Rocket, Nov 7, 1934 DEATH CLAIMS PIONEER ROCK SPRINGS LADY Mrs. Anna Crofts Dies 9 Months After Husband Nine months to the day from the time death claimed her husband, Mrs. Thomas Crofts died Saturday at her home in No. 6. Funeral services were held at the house at 1:30 p.m. Monday by the Mooseheart Ladies of which Mrs. Crofts was a charter member. Church services were conducted at 2 p.m. in the Congregational church with Rev. O.P. Avery officiating. Interment was in the family plot at Mountain View cemetery under the direction of Rogan mortuary. Pallbearers were six grandchildren of Mrs. Crofts. They include Harry Crofts, William Golden, Harold Crofts, Willard Karg, John Wilson and Wilfred Bowker. Anna Willott was born at Belper, Derbyshire, England, April 3, 1853. She married Thomas Crofts in Saint Alkman’s church, Derbyshire, March 31, 1872. They arrived in America in 1882 coming directly to Rock Springs where Crofts entered the service of the Union Pacific Coal company remaining an employee of the company until July, 1929, when he was retired and given a pension. Mrs. Crofts is survived by six children, Charles W. Crofts, Mrs. William Wilson, Mrs. P.W. Karg and Mrs. John Shinazy, Rock Springs; and Mrs. Louise Stevens and Herbert R. Crofts of Portland, Ore. Two sisters, Miller and Lavina, living in England, 29 grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren also survive. --- Green River Star, Nov 9, 1934 ONLY DAUGHTER LAID TO REST Betty Lou Simpson, age ten years, only daughter of Mr. and Mrs. John Simpson of this city passed away in the Wyoming General hospital in Rock Springs last Saturday, following an illness of two years duration. The funeral was held from the local Congregational church on last Tuesday afternoon, with Rev. A. J. Blackmon conducting the impressive service, and the mortal remains tenderly laid to rest in the Riverview cemetery. This publication joins with the many friends of the family in extending sympathy in their hour of sorrow. --- Green River Star, Nov 9, 1934 LAID TO REST IN EVANSTON FRI. William Coutts, who passed away in the Wyoming General hospital at Rock Springs last week, was laid to rest in the Evanston cemetery last Friday. The deceased had been employed in the local shops for the past two years, and had many friends here who deeply regret his passing. He leaves a wife and daughter to mourn his passing. --- Rock Springs Rocket, Nov 10, 1934 Johnson Services To Be Tomorrow Funeral services for Herman Johnson, 72, who died Tuesday morning at the Wyoming General hospital, will be held tomorrow morning at 10 o’clock in the Finnish Lutheran church. Johnson, born Nov. 25, 1862, was a retired coal miner. He is survived by three sons, Elmer, Leonard and Ernest Johnson, of Rock Springs and four daughters, Mrs. J.C. Arndt and Miss Vela Johnson of Santa Maria, Calif., and Mrs. H. Walters and Mrs. Eric Lindros of Superior. Interment will be in Mountain View cemetery under direction of Rogan mortuary. --- Rock Springs Rocket, Nov 10, 1934 SUPERIOR MAN DROPS DEAD IN DOCTOR’S OFFICE Funeral services will be held tomorrow afternoon at the Wildermuth mortuary for Gus Sfekas, 48, of Superior, who dropped dead Wednesday morning in the office of Dr. McDermott at Superior. Dr. McDermott and Sfekas were having a friendly chant when Sfekas suddenly slipped out of his chair. He was dead before the doctor could reach him. Cerebral hemorrhage was the cause of his death. Sfekas operated a pool hall in the U.P. building at Superior. He was a naturalized citizen, receiving his citizenship papers April 13, 1932. At the same time he changed his name from Konstantinos Nikolas Sfekas. Sfekas was not married and has no relatives in this country. Superior Lodge of the Knights of Pythias, of which Sfekas was a member, will be in charge of funeral services. --- Rock Springs Rocket, Nov 14, 1934 Mrs. Mayme Hunt Dies Yesterday Mrs. Mayme Hunt, 49, died at the family residence in No. 4 yesterday afternoon. She is survived by her husband and two daughters, Mrs. O.M. Randolph and Miss Dorothy Hunt; and one son, Richard, all of Rock Springs and two sisters in Kansas City. The body is being held at Rogan mortuary pending funeral arrangements. --- Rock Springs Rocket, Nov 14, 1934 Services Are Held For Suicide Victim Funeral services were held in Finn hall at 2 p.m. Sunday for Swan Saukko, 40, who hanged himself last week in the Wyoming State hospital in Evanston. John Kusima officiated at the services. Saukko hanged himself with a sheet taken from his bed, according to reports. He waited until his roommate left the room and then fashioned a crude noose from a strip of sheet, tied one end of the noose tot head of the bed and then rolled off onto the floor where he strangled to death. Saukko was born Feb. 2, 1894 in Finland. He had been in ill health for some time. Interment was in Mountain View cemetery under the direction of Rogan mortuary. --- Green River Star, Nov 16, 1934 Jim Kalivas Died Last Night in Rock Springs Following Operation Jim Kalivas, who has been very ill for a number of months, who on last Friday was operated upon in the Wyoming General hospital at Rock Springs with the hopes of saving his life, passed away last night about 9 o’clock. He leaves a wife and seven children to mourn his departure from this life. The funeral arrangements had not been made as we go to press. --- Rock Springs Rocket, Nov 17, 1934 Infant Dies Ann Paffera, three-year-old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Paffera of Superior, died yesterday afternoon at the Wyoming General hospital following a two-day illness. In addition to her parents she is survived by two small brothers. Tentative funeral arrangements have been set for 2 p.m. Sunday at the South Side Catholic church with Father Welsh officiating. Interment will be in St. Joseph’s cemetery under the direction of Sprowell mortuary. --- Rock Springs Rocket, Nov 17, 1934 Stephen Wataha Dies Yesterday Stephen Wataha, 57, died Friday morning at his home at 323 North Front street. Although arrangements for funeral services have not been entirely completed it is believed they will be held on Monday at the North Side Catholic church. Mr. Wataha is survived by his wife, two sons, John and Steve; and two daughters, Mrs. Ann Guidas and Mrs. Frank Korfanta, also a brother, John, and a sister, Mrs. John Ribovich, all of Rock Springs. The body is being held at Rogan mortuary pending funeral arrangements. --- Rock Springs Rocket, Nov 21, 1934 Services Conducted For Stephen Wataha Funeral services for Stephen Wataha, 57, who died Friday were held Monday morning at 9:00 a.m. from the North Side Catholic church. The Rev. Father Albin Gnidovec officiated. Interment was made in St. Joseph’s cemetery under the direction of the Rogan mortuary. Wataha was born in Jakuban, Czechoslovakia, Jan. 28, 1877. --- Rock Springs Rocket, Nov 21, 1934 Olivero Services Held Yesterday Funeral services were held yesterday afternoon at 2 o’clock for Mrs. Clyde Olivero, 19, who died Saturday at the Wyoming General hospital. Rev. John R. George of the Baptist church officiated. Mrs. Olivero, formerly Lucile May Davis, was born in Rock Springs on May 1, 1915. In addition to her husband she is survived by her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Henry W. Davis; five sisters, Dorothy, Evelyn, Ruth, Beverly and Shirley, and two brothers, William and Donald, all of Rock Springs. Interment was in Mountain View cemetery under the direction of Rogan mortuary. --- Rock Springs Rocket, Nov 21, 1934 Casper Man Buried Here Early Tuesday Mike Bobal, 65, who died in Casper Nov. 17, was buried from the North Side Catholic church Tuesday morning at 9:00 o’clock. Burial was made in St. Joseph’s cemetery under the direction of the Rogan mortuary. Bobal was born in Casper Oct. 15, 1869. He is survived by his wife. --- Rock Springs Rocket, Nov 21, 1934 Ribovich Services Will Be Conducted Tomorrow Morning Mrs. John Ribovich, 51, died at her home, 919 N. Front street, early Tuesday morning. Mrs. Ribovich is a sister of Stephen Wataha, whose funeral was held Monday morning. Funeral services will be held on Thursday morning at 9:00 o’clock at the North Side Catholic church with the Rev. Father Albin Gnidovec officiating. Burial will be made in St. Joseph’s cemetery under the direction of Rogan mortuary. The deceased is survived by her husband, two sons, John Jr., and Steve, two daughters, Mrs. David Ruggera and Catherine Ribovich, all of Rock Springs, and two brothers, Joseph Wataha, of Fords, N.J., and John Wataha of Superior. --- Rock Springs Rocket, Nov 21, 1934 ONE DEAD, SEVERAL HURT IN AUTOMOBILE MISHAPS NEAR HERE PAST 3 DAYS Albert Zeiher Dies From Injuries Sustained When Caught Between Two Cars; Storm Cause of Wrecks Slippery roads and poor vision caused by the snow storm here early this week resulted in several automobile accidents which claimed the life of a Reliance youth and injured several other county residents. Albert Zeiher was killed almost instantly Sunday afternoon when the car on which he was riding and another automobile, driven by Takashia Hattaori, sideswiped on the Reliance road. According to reports, young Zeiher was riding on the left hand running board of a Ford coupe driven by Howard Rodda. Mr. and Mrs. George Rodda and Albert Zeiher were other passengers in the car. Rodda and Hattori met about one mile this side of the Reliance-Winton crossroad and sideswiped while attempting to pass. Young Zeiher was caught between the two machines and was thrown to the road. He received a severely fractured skull, his chest was crushed, his left leg fractured twice, below and above the knee and his left arm broken. He died en route to the hospital. Hattori was cut and bruised about the face and was taken to the Wyoming General hospital. An inquest will be held as soon as Hattori is released from the hospital, according to Coroner William Walters. Albert Zeiher was born in Savanna, Okla., Oct. 15, 1918. He is survived by his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Albert Zeiher, and four sisters, Alberta and Gladys Zeiher of Reliance and Mrs. James Partington and Mrs. George Rodda, Rock Springs. Funeral services will be held at 3 p.m. today at the family home in Reliance. Rev. John R. George of the Baptist church will officiate. Pallbearers are six close friends of the youth: Edward McPhie, Leslie Korogi, Leroy “Bud” McComas, Nick Panos, Frank Kovach and Joseph Uhren. The body will be sent to Reliance at 8 o’clock this morning. Burial will take place in Mountain View cemetery under direction of Rogan mortuary. --- Green River Star, Nov 23, 1934 Kalivas Services Held Here Sunday Funeral services for James Kalivas, who died in the Wyoming General hospital last Thursday, were held Sunday at 1:30 o’clock in the Episcopal church in Green River with the Greek Orthodox services. Interment was made in the Riverview cemetery. The deceased was born in Greece. He is survived by his wife and seven children. --- Green River Star, Nov 23, 1934 ACCOMPANY MOTHER’S BODY FOR BURIAL Mr. and Mrs. George Wilson of California passed through here last Friday for Columbus, Nebraska with the remains of Mrs. Wilson’s mother, Mrs. Esther Ellen Murie, who passed away in Huntington Park, Calif., on Tuesday, November 13, at the age of 80 years. Mrs. Murie lived here with her daughter, Mrs. Wilson, several years and has many friends who will regret to learn of her demise. --- Rock Springs Rocket, Nov 24, 1934 Pirnar Services to Be Held Tomorrow Funeral services will be held Sunday morning at the North Side Catholic church for Mrs. Joseph P. Pirnar, 21, who died Wednesday at her home in Winton. Rev. Father Albin Gnidovec will officiate. Mrs. Pirnar was born Aug. 24, 1913 in Gunn, Wyo. In addition to her husband she is survived by her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Anton Kozola of Rock Springs; two sons, Louis Joseph and Norvell Martin of Winton; one sister, Mrs. J.C. Parr, Rock Springs; and two brothers, Tony Kozola of Texas and Martin Kozola, Rock Springs. Interment will be in St. Joseph’s cemetery under direction of Rogan mortuary. --- Rock Springs Rocket, Nov 28, 1934 Services Are Held For Jacob Erbus Funeral services were held from the Rogan mortuary at 3:00 o’clock Sunday afternoon for Jacob Erbus, 63, who died Friday at the Wyoming General hospital. The S.N.P.J. lodge conducted the services. Burial was made in the S.N.P.J. plot in Mountain View cemetery. Erbus had no survivors. --- Rock Springs Rocket, Nov 28, 1934 ONE KILLED IN FREIGHT WRECK AT WAMSUTTER Dan E. Lauver, 38, of Rawlins, died Monday in the Carbon county hospital from severe scald wounds received in a derailment of three freight trains in a heavy snowstorm at Wamsutter several hours earlier. Lauver’s injuries, at first considered not serious occurred when a westbound freight crashed into the caboose of another which had stopped to take on water. The force of the collision caused several cars to jump the track. These cars struck the leading cars on an eastbound freight passing on the other side of the double-tracked main line. Altogether 12 loaded cars, as well as a number of empties, were derailed blocking the main line for several hours. The wreckage was cleared in sufficient time to prevent a delay in passenger traffic. J.H. Collican, fireman of the second westbound freight was taken to the hospital with a sprained back. He was in the cab of the locomotive in which Lauver, head brakeman, was riding. Boyd Ray was conducted and R.G. Waite, engineer of the first westbound train. The second westbound freight was in charge of W.F. Skilling, conductor and Carl Jacobson, engineer. C.L. Montgomery was conductor and George Slack, engineer, on the eastbound freight. --- Green River Star, Nov 30, 1934 Robert Rustin Dies Result Of Accident Hit and Run Driver Cause Of Popular Youth’s Death. Sorrow was in the hearts of the many friends of the unfortunate youth, when Sunday the word was received in Green River, that Robert Rustin, the nineteen-year-old son of Mrs. Ora Rustin, who are now residing in Los Angeles, California, had met death as the result of a hit and run auto driver. So far as we are able to learn the facts, young Rustin was returning from attending a dance Saturday night, and was occupied with the changing of a tire on his car, when an auto, driver unknown at this writing, struck the boy, crushing his chest and mutilating his head and face. The injured lad was rushed to a hospital, but died without regaining consciousness. Mr. and Mrs. John Rustin and Miss Lucy Rustin of this city left immediately for California to be with the distracted mother of the boy. As we go to press funeral arrangements had not been made. Young Rustin was one of the popular boys of Green River when he made his home here and has a host of friends who will deeply feel this sad ending of a very promising young man. At the time of his accident he was employed in one of the Los Angeles banks and was held in the highest esteem of his employers. --- Union Pacific Coal Company Employes’ Magazine, Dec 1934 Reliance Sympathy is extended to the Baxter family in the death of Mrs. Baxter’s mother, Mrs. M. Westergard, in Ogden. --- Union Pacific Coal Company Employes’ Magazine, Dec 1934 Obituary Notices MRS. THOMAS CROFTS Death claimed, on November 3, Mrs. Thomas Crofts, one of the pioneer citizens of Rock Springs. Her late husband predeceased her in February last. Services were held November 5 at the Congregational Church, in charge of Reverend O. P. Avery, Pastor, interment being at the Mountain View Cemetery. Mooseheart Ladies, of which she had been a charter member, held its ritualistic service at the home. Six of her grandsons acted as pallbearers. Anna Willott was born in Derbyshire, England, April 3, 1853, and married Thomas Crofts there March 31, 1872, the couple coming direct to this city, where he procured employment with the Company, remaining in its service up to the time of his passing. Surviving are six children, twenty-nine grandchildren, thirteen great-grandchildren, besides two sisters residing in England. The sympathy of the entire community is extended to the bereaved. --- Union Pacific Coal Company Employes’ Magazine, Dec 1934 Obituary Notices Mrs. MARY CONNOR Mrs. Mary Connor, widow of Frank Connor, employed at Hanna and Rock Springs many years since, passed away at the home of her daughter in Wilmington, Illinois, on October 23, 1934. Her remains were brought here for interment in ST. Joseph’s Cemetery with services at South Side Catholic Church, Rev. S.J. Welsh officiating. To mourn her loss she leaves one daughter, Mrs. Ray Weimer, residing in Illinois, and one son, Roy, of Rock Springs. Mrs. Connor was a devoted attendant of her church, a tireless worker in its behalf, a good neighbor, and a large circle of friends turned out at the last sad rites. --- Union Pacific Coal Company Employes’ Magazine, Dec 1934 Obituary Notices ROBERT GUY Robert Guy, at one time janitor of the General Office building, died on October 22, after a long illness. Mr. Guy was born in 1861, at Franklin, Maryland, and came to this vicinity in 1883. He is survived by his widow, three children, six grandchildren, a sister and two brothers. The fiftieth anniversary of their wedding was celebrated here in June last. Funeral was held on October 24 from his late residence, Rev. O.P. Avery, Congregational Church, officiating, interment at Mountain View Cemetery. --- Union Pacific Coal Company Employes’ Magazine, Dec 1934 Obituary Notices MRS. J.M. HUNT After a long illness, the past six months, in the Wyoming General Hospital here, Mrs. J.M. Hunt (colored) wife of one of our Old Timers at Hanna, passed away in Rock Springs on November 14. Services were held November 18 at Episcopal Church by Rev. Herald Swezy, the remains taken to Hanna for interment. They sympathy of the community is extended to surviving members of the family, one son (Richard) and two daughters, Mrs. O.M. Randolph and Miss Dorothy Hunt, the two last named being residents of Rock Springs. --- Rock Springs Rocket, Dec 1, 1934 Cregger Services To Be Tomorrow Funeral services will be held at the L.D.S. church tomorrow afternoon at 2 o’clock for Claire Cregger, year-old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Clarence Cregger of Lionkol, who died Wednesday morning at the Wyoming General hospital. Bishop Lyman Fearn will officiate. In addition to her parents, the infant is survived by two sisters, Irene and Larue, and two brothers, Collin and Clyde. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of Rogan mortuary. --- Rock Springs Rocket, Dec 1, 1934 SLIP ON ICY GROUND FATAL TO LOCAL MAN Charles Hensala Dies From Fall Here Yesterday A slip and fall on an icy section of ground proved fatal yesterday afternoon to Charles August Hensala. Hensala, a Union Pacific Coal company employee in the No. 8 mine, was leaving work when the accident occurred, reports state. He was walking from the mouth of the slope toward the lamp house to check his lamp when, according to reports, he slipped and fell striking the back of his head on a railroad track. The base of his skull was fractured and he died en route to the hospital. An inquest probably will be held, it was stated last night by Coroner William Walters. Hensala was born in Finland on Jan. 7, 1887. He is survived by his wife, Linda, four sons, Oliver, Archie, Allan and Walfred and one daughter, Helen, all of Rock Springs. The body is at Rogan mortuary pending funeral arrangements. --- Rock Springs Rocket, Dec 1, 1934 NEGLIGENCE BLAMED FOR ZEIHER DEATH Negligence on the part of both car drivers was responsible for the automobile accident which caused the death of Albert Zeiher Jr., of Reliance, a coroner’s jury decided Wednesday night. The jury, composed of Dominick Berta, foreman, W.H. Lewis and I.T. Griffiths found that young Zeiher “came to his death by reason of injuries received in an auto accident Nov. 18 on the Reliance-Rock Springs road; bother car drivers being negligent.” Zeiher, en route to Rock Springs, was riding on the running board of a Ford coupe driven by Howard Rodda when the accident occurred. Rodda’s car and another, driven by Taskashia Hattori, sideswiped and Zeiher was caught between them, receiving injuries that resulted in almost instant death. --- Rock Springs Rocket, Dec 5, 1934 Colleoni Infant Buried Tuesday Funeral services for Rosella Mae Colleoni, 19-day-old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Richard Colleoni of Superior were held Tuesday morning at 11 o’clock at the Rogan chapel with the Rev. Father Schellinger of Green River officiating. Interment was made in St. Joseph’s cemetery under the direction of the Rogan mortuary. The baby died Monday. --- Rock Springs Rocket, Dec 5, 1934 Charles Hensala Death Accidental, Inquest Reveals Funeral services were held in the Rogan chapel at 2 o’clock yesterday afternoon for Charles August Hensala who died Friday afternoon as the result of a fall. Iver Hiibacka, assisted by the Finnish choir, officiated. Services held at Mountain View cemetery were conducted by the U.M.W. of A. A coroner’s inquest called Monday night to determine his death found “Charles Hensala came to his death by accident, caused by a fall which caused injuries to his head. Said accident occurred at a certain spot between No. 8 mine and the lamphouse owned by the Union Pacific Coal company.” The jury was composed of Clement Gilleard, foreman, Charles Edwards and E.J. Leak. Hensala was walking from the mouth of the slope toward the lamphouse to check his lamp when the accident occurred, reports state. He sliped and fell striking the back of his head on a railroad track. His skull was fractured and he died en route to the hospital. Hensala was born in Finland on Jan. 7, 1887. In addition to his wife, Linda, he is survived by four sons, Oliver, Archie, Allan and Walfred and one daughter, Helen, all of Rock Springs. --- Rock Springs Rocket, Dec 8, 1934 Davis Services to Be This Afternoon Funeral services for Mrs. Josephine Jeanette Davis, 64, who died Wednesday night at her home in Green River, will be held this afternoon at 2 o’clock at the Congregational church in that city. Rev. Blackman will officiate. Burial will be made in the Riverview cemetery at Green River under direction of Rogan mortuary. Deceased is survived by her husband, W.E. Davis, and six sons, Richard, William and George Harsha, and Frank, John and Ben Sherrod. Four brother and three sisters also mourn her passing. --- Rock Springs Rocket, Dec 8, 1934 Mrs. David Jones Funeral Services Held Wednesday Funeral services were held Wednesday afternoon for Mrs. David G. Jones, 58, who passed away early Sunday morning after an illness of two months duration. Services were conducted at the home at 2 p.m. and at the Episcopal church at 2:30 p.m. with Rev. Herald Swezy officiating. Pallbearers were John Dykes, James Ferrero, Andrew Hamilton, Fred Hansen, James LeMarr and William Walters. Interment was in the family plot at Mountain View cemetery under direction of the Wildermuth mortuary. Cecelia Williams was born Nov. 11, 1876 in Beaufort, Wales. At the age of seven, accompanied by her parents, Mr. and Mrs. William Williams, she came to Rock Springs and had lived here since that time. She married David Jones on Jan. 16, 1896 and in addition to her husband is survived by three sons, William and David Jones of McGill, Nev., and Claude Jones, Rock Springs. One sister, Mrs. Fred Traher; two brothers, William Williams of Rock Springs and Ben Williams, Dennison, Texas; and aniece, Marian Morrows, who resided with her also survive. --- Rock Springs Rocket, Dec 12, 1934 Jos. McTee Dies Tuesday After Brief Illness Made His Home Here For Nearly Half Century Joseph McTee, 59, pioneer resident of Rock Springs, died at the family home, 420 Soulsby avenue, about 9 o’clock yesterday morning following an attack of influenza. He had been ill only a few days. Funeral services will probably be held from the home at 2 o’clock Friday afternoon with the Rev. Herald Swezy of the Episcopal church officiating. Mr. McTee was born at Delry, Ayrshire, Scotland, March 27, 1875. At the age of 11 years he came to America with his parents, brothers and sisters and settled with them in Pennsylvania. When the family removed to Rock Springs three years later he came with them and made his home here continuously since that time. At an early age he went to work in the coal mines and remained at that work until three years ago when he was pensioned by the Union Pacific Coal company. Fraternally, Mr. McTee was identified for years with the United Mine Workers of America and was a member of Rock Springs Local No. 2174 when he died; the Order of the Star of Bethlehem, and the Loyal Order of Moose. He was also associated with all movements for community betterment, and in the past two years took an active part in social service work for several relief agencies. He was united in marriage in this city with Hannah Harris, who survives him with their two sons, William and Joseph McTee, and one daughter, Mrs. Estelle Draney. Other surviving relatives are his mother, Mrs. Sarah McTee, now 81 years of age; three brothers, John, Arthur and Shore McTee and five sisters, Mrs. Sarah Morgan, Mrs. Bella Jones, Mrs. Cora Matthews, Mrs. Maggie Rae and Mrs. Thomas Smith. All members of the immediate family reside in Rock Springs. --- Rock Springs Rocket, Dec 12, 1934 MRAK FUNERAL SERVICES ARE HELD TUESDAY Funeral services were held yesterday morning at 9 o’clock in the North Side Catholic church for Jennie Mrak, 19-year-old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Tony Mrak, who died Saturday night at the Wyoming General hospital following an appendicitis operation. Rev. Albin Gnidovec officiated. In addition to her parents, Miss Mrak is survived by three sisters, Mrs. J. Andreatta and Rosie and Annie Mark; and one brother, Tony, all of Rock Springs. Interment was in St. Joseph’s cemetery under the direction of Sprowell mortuary. --- Rock Springs Rocket, Dec 15, 1934 Services Sunday For Mine Victim Funeral services will be held at the Finnish-Lutheran church tomorrow afternoon at 2 o’clock for Owen John Hakkila, who died on Thursday night from injuries received in a mine accident earlier that day. Rev. Herald Swezy of the Episcopal church will officiate. Hakkila, an employee in the Central Coal & Coke company mine, was caught under a fall of rock about 11:25 Thursday morning. His skull was fractured, chest crushed and his left hand severely mashed. He was taken immediately to the Wyoming General hospital at died at 7:20 that evening. Hakkila was born in Rock Springs, Oct. 21, 1906. He graduated from the local high school in 1925. A talented violinist, he played in several concerts and was a member of the band while in school. He is survived by his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Abel Hakkila; wife, Connie; a baby, Ollie Jean; brother, Raymond Hakkila, all of Rock Springs and a sister, Mrs. Jean Woddy of New York City. Interment will be in Mountain View cemetery under the direction of Rogan mortuary. --- Rock Springs Rocket, Dec 19, 1934 Funeral Services For Mike Turchan Are Held Tuesday Funeral services were held at the North Side Catholic church at 9 o’clock yesterday morning for Michael Turchan who died Dec. 16 at the Wyoming General hospital. Rev. Albin Gnidovec officiated at the church and the National Slovak society, of which Turchan was a member, had charge of services at St. Joseph’s cemetery. Turchan was born Dec. 23, 1878, in Helnanovcje, Czechoslovakia. He married in 1901 and came to the United States the following year, settling in Pennsylvania. He came to Rock Springs in 1914 and at the time of his death was an employee of the Megeath Coal Co. In addition to his wife, Katherine, Turchan is survived by a son, Thomas Peter Turchan. Rogan mortuary was in charge of funeral arrangements. --- Rock Springs Rocket, Dec 19, 1934 Superior Miner Dies Here Sunday Peter Ceterio, Superior miner, died Sunday afternoon at the Wyoming General hospital. The body was shipped Monday by Wildermuth mortuary to the Lincoln mortuary at Kemmerer for burial. Ceterio was born about 59 years ago in Tulabeco, Italy, and had lived in the United States for 50 years. He is survived by a daughter who lives in Superior. --- Rock Springs Rocket, Dec 19, 1934 Halkola Services To Be Next Sunday At Rogan Chapel Funeral services will be held from the Rogan chapel at 2 p.m. Sunday for Nick Halkola who died Monday at the Wyoming General hospital. Rev. Herald Swezy of the Episcopal church will officiate. The Finnish choir will sing several selections. Halkola, a former employee of the Central Coal & Coke company will be buried in the U.M.W. of A. plot in Mountain View cemetery. Pallbearers will be John Kangas, Jack Pentila, Eino Lehto, Flo Loya, Arvo Loya and Aapo Uotila. Halkola was born Dec. 16, 1889, in Finland. He is survived by his wife, Hulda, and a son, William. --- Green River Star, Dec 21, 1934 EDWARD BARRETT FOUND DEAD IN SHEEP CAMP TUES. Sudden Death of Pioneer Resident Is Great Shock to His Green River Friends. Word was received in Green River Wednesday, that Edward Barrett, who with his brother P. C. Barrett, were sheep owners, and old time residents of Green River, where both were born and raised, had been found dead in his sheep camp out from Kemmerer last Tuesday. Edward Barrett had been in Green River just last week, and to those who inquired as to his health, stated that he felt fine, and his death was a great shock to the many friends of the Barrett family in this section. Edward Barrett was the youngest son of Mr. and Mrs. Pat Barrett, pioneer residents of this section, and a brother of James Barrett of this city. He had been associated with his brother, P. C. Barrett, for many years in the sheep business, and their interests have kept them from this section considerable of the time, however, they both were well known to many here, especially the old timers, and this news of the sudden passing of the younger Barrett was a shock to his Green River friends. We received the information as we go to press that funeral services will be held at Kemmerer this morning with Father Short of that city officiating, while the Knights of Columbus will also have short services. The body will be brought to Green River and immediately taken to the Riverview cemetery for burial. Mr. Barrett at the time of his passing was fifty-eight years of age. --- Rock Springs Rocket, Dec 22, 1934 Services Sunday For Dines Miner Funeral services will be held in the South Side Catholic church at 2:30 p.m. Sunday for Joseph Fransisci, 34, who died Wednesday night from injuries received in a mine accident at Dines. Rev. S.A. Welsh will officiate. Fransisci, an employee in the Colony Coal company mine, was caught by a fall of rock. His back and pelvis bone were broken and he received internal injuries. He died at approximately 10:50 p.m. en route to the Wyoming General hospital. Fransisci was born in Tyrol, Austria. He had lived in Dines about four months, going there from Ogden, Utah. Survivors are his wife, Mary; two small daughters; three brothers, John of Ogden; Albino, Fern Glenn, Penn.; Louis, who lives in Austria; four sisters, Mrs. Virginia Giovanni and Mrs. Consolata Branz, Ogden, and two who live in Austria. Interment will be in St. Joseph’s cemetery under the direction of Wildermuth mortuary. --- Rock Springs Rocket, Dec 22, 1934 Woman Known Here Dies on Wednesday Word has been received here of the death Wednesday night of Mrs. Ellen Debranski of Rawlins. Mrs. Debranski was a cousin of Mrs. D.V. Bell and was a past state president of the Rebekahs. She was well known in Rock Springs having been here a number of times on business connected with that organization. Funeral services will be held Sunday afternoon at 2:30 o’clock. --- Rock Springs Rocket, Dec 26, 1934 Deru Funeral to Be Held Tomorrow Funeral services will be held from the South Side Catholic church at 9 o’clock Wednesday morning for Mrs. Margaret Deru, 78, who died at her home, 723 Rugby avenue, last Sunday. Rev. S.A. Welsh will officiate. Mrs. Deru was born in Tyrol, Austria, Oct. 7, 1856. She is survived by a son, Joseph. Interment will be in St. Joseph’s cemetery under the direction of Rogan mortuary. --- Green River Star, Dec 28, 1934 Edward Barrett Laid To Rest Here Friday Following services held in Kemmerer last Friday morning, the remains of Edward Barrett, who passed away last week in a sheep camp near Kemmerer, were brought to Green River Friday afternoon, and laid to rest in Riverview cemetery beside his father and mother, Mr. and Mrs. Pat Barrett, old time pioneer residents of this section. Many of the departed man’s relatives and friends were at the graveside to witness the last sad rites, which were conducted by Rev. Father Schillinger of the local Catholic church. --- Green River Star, Dec 28, 1934 DEPUTY COUNTY CLERK OTTO JESSEN FOUND DEAD IN BED HERE THURSDAY Just A Few Hours Before His Wife Had Given Birth To A Son At The Wyoming General Hospital. Immediately following the glad tidings that a fine son had been born to Deputy County Clerk Otto Jessen and wife at the Wyoming General hospital in Rock Springs Wednesday evening, joy was turned to sadness, when the shocking news was spread about town, that the father had been found dead in bed Thursday morning. It seems that Mr. Jessen with his wife went to Rock Springs Christmas Day to enjoy a dinner at the home of Mrs. Jessen’s parents, although he was not feeling in the best of health, and while there became quite ill, however, recovered sufficiently to accompany his wife to the hospital, where as stated above on Wednesday evening a son was born. Mr. Jessen had returned to the home in Green River, and was still ill and in bed, when Dr. Whalen informed him that he had a fine son. The doctor administered to Mr. Jessen and left him to rest a few hours. Marshal Chris Jessen, a brother, went into see how his brother was feeling, and on shaking him was shocked to find that he would not awaken. Chris went for the doctor, and it was discovered upon examination that he had been dead about four hours. Mr. Jessen suffered an injury to the back of his head several years ago, and at times suffered severely as the result of the injury, and this it seems finally resulted in his death. Otto Jessen was at the time of his passing 34 years of age. He was deputy county clerk, having served with Mrs. Helen Y. Hamm since she took over the office, he also served as deputy county clerk under William Yates. He was deputy state insurance commissioner under Governor Ross. He was an exceptionally competent clerical man, and had made good in the various offices that he had served in. Was a likeable fellow, and his unexpected death at a time, when a son had been given him, brings deep grief to the wife, mother, relatives and a host of friends. As we go to press funeral arrangements had not been completed. --- Rock Springs Rocket, Dec 29, 1934 Otto Jessen Dies Suddenly Thursday Death Comes 12 Hours After Birth of Son Twelve hours after the bird of a son, Otto W. (Swede) Jessen, deputy county clerk, was found dead at his home in Green River by his brother, Chris Jessen. A heart attack was the cause of death. Jessen and his wife had spent Christmas in Rock Springs visiting Mrs. Jessen’s parents, Mr. and Mrs. Hans Thuesen. Wednesday, Mrs. Jessen was taken to the Wyoming General hospital and her husband returned to Green River. A 3 o’clock Thursday morning, Jessen became ill an called his brother and a physician. He was given a hypodermic injection and was asleep when the doctor and his brother left at 5 a.m. He had been dead 3 or 4 hours when his brother returned at 10 o’clock Thursday morning. His son was born at 7:20 p.m. Wednesday. Jessen was born Jan. 2, 1901 in Green River. He had been deputy clerk of court for many years, serving under William Lewis and William Yates for 1921 to 1927 and under Mrs. Helen Young Hamm from 1930 until the time of his death. From 1927 until 1930 he was deputy state insurance commissioner. In addition to his wife, Mabel, and infant son, Jessen is survived by a stepdaughter, Patricia Eileen Conway; his mother, Mrs. Peter Jessen of Green River; two brothers, Chris, Green River and Albert, Yuma, Ariz.; and a sister, Mrs. Jake Lenhardt of Green River. Funeral services will be held at the Congregational church in Green River at 2 p.m. Sunday. Rev. Blackman will officiate. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of Rogan mortuary. ---