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Submitted by Doris Counts Adair, Robert G RITES HELD FOR BOB ADAIR, 47 born March 24,1929 in Amelia Submitted by Doris Counts Allhouse, Luke Luke Allhouse who lived 8 miles south of Brocksburg died last Thursday following an attack of influenza. Submitted by Doris Counts Anderson, Vernon Vernon, the little son of Mr and Mrs Ross Anderson of Mariaville, died Sunday and was buried in Willowdale Cemetery Monday. Mr Anderson who has been very sick with pneumonia is reported as improving slowly. Submitted by Doris Counts Anson, Virginia L Thiele born June 25,1934 near Elgin Submitted by Doris Counts Arter, Charles Charles Arter was born in Geauga County, Ohio, July 23,1862, died at his home in Stuart, Sept 12,1918 at the age of 56 years, 1 month and 19 days. He was united in marriage to Sarah J Johnson in Penn in Feb 1882. 6 children were born to them, all of whom are living except a twin brother of Alice, the youngest, who died at birth. Mr Arter was one of the pioneers of this section, coming to Nebr, in 1883, making his home in the vicinity of Kirkwood until a short time ago when he moved with his wife and daughter to Stuart where he might more conveniently have medical attention, his health having failed. Mr Arter was a good citizen and neighbor, a kind and loving husband and father, and one of the intellectually strong men of his day. He was a student of good literature and was public spirited. His special pleasure was in the planting of trees, particularly pine trees, many thousands of which he planted and are now growing for the benefit of future generations. Mr Arter leaves to mourn his loss, his devoted wife, three daughters, Mrs Frank Henderson of Canada, Mrs Roscoe Spillman of Kirkwood, Miss Alice who is yet at home, also two sons, Win, who lived in Montana and Jasan whose home is near Kirkwood. Funeral services were conducted at the residence in Stuart Saturday and interment was made in the Stuart Cemetery. Submitted by Doris Counts Bachman, Joel Albert "Dick" Dick Bachman died at the home of his parents Wednesday and was buried here Thursday. Nov 7,1918 Stuart Advocate Joel Albert Bachman was born in Council Buffs, Iowa, Nov 18,1888 and died at his home in Stuart, Oct 19,1918, at the age of 29 years, 11 months and 13 days. Dick, as he was commonly called, was a quiet, unassuming fellow who spent his time working on his father's farm near Stuart. He was stricken with influenza and after an illness of a few days, passed away. He leaves to mourn his departure, his father and mother, four sisters, Miss Carrie, Miss Fora, Mrs Raymond Pettinger and Mrs Bernard Sherry all of Stuart, also three brothers, Otto who has been working at Lyons, Gifford who is with the AEF in France, and Lennie of Stuart. Submitted by Doris Counts Bailey, Walter Esbaugh Walter Esbaugh Bailey was born in Phillipsburg, Granite Co, Mont, May 17,1894 and died following an attck of pneumonia somewhere in France, Oct 6,1918, at the age of 24 years, 4 months and 19 days. He was the eldest child and the only son of Mr and Mrs Clarence D Bailey of Stuart. He moved with his parents to Beford, Iowa, in 1897, then to Ames, Nebr, in 1898, and then in the spring of 1903 to the farm home southwest of Stuart. In the spring of 1917 the family retired from farm life and moved to Stuart. On July 22,1918 Walter entrained for Camp Dodge, Iowa. He was there but a few weeks when he was chosen out of five hundred to be one of 80 in the 84 division to be sent across the water. he was then transfeered to Camp Sherman, Chiliocothe, Ohio, then to Camp Mills, NY, and on Sept 1, set sail for France. He was sent to France after a short stay in England and his divison was quartered on private grounds, an old French estate, as all the American camps were full. Walter's division was made a fighting division to be sent to the front as soon as drilled. But before they could reach the front death claimed Walter, and his name was added to the long list of those whose young lives have been given in the cause of right. Walter was a good boy with a happy disposition, always looking on the bright side of things. He will be sadly missed by those who knew him and his death has cast a gloom over the entire community. He leaves to mourn his death, his parents, two sisters, Lela and Marjorie and a host of relatives and frineds. Submitted by Doris Counts Bedford, Louisa Maud Louisa Maud Bedford, fourth daughter of William H and Lucy Bedford, was born on their homestead at Blackbird, Oct 1,1887. She was baptized into the Presbyterian church in childhood and was a member of the Sunday school and christian endeaver society. She was a most devoted daughter and sister and a true friend and will be greatly missed by her large circle of young friends. She was pure minded, affectionate, industrious and a good student. This young life so full of promise was prematurely terminated by the breakdown of the nervous and mental constitution. The funeral service was held in the Presbyterian Church of Blackbird on Tuesday, Aug 8. The immense concourse of people manifested the intense sympathy of the neighborhood. Submitted by Doris Counts Behne, Charles DEATH OF CHAS BEHNE The following article announing the death of Charles Behne of Basin, Wyo, but formerly of Stuart, is taken from the Big Horn County Hustler: Charles Behne died at his home on Liberty Bench on Saturday, last, death being due to hemmorhage of the brain, resulting in paralysis. Mr Behne lived but five hours after the stroke. Charles Behne was born in Berg, Germany, and was 68 years old in July. Coming to America, he was married 31 years ago at Bassett to Ellen Crowley. To them were born 9 children, 2 of whom have passed on. Those who with the mother survive to mourn his loss are Mrs Frank Hoffman, Frank who is on his way to France, Delbert, Ellen, John, George, Mrs Henry Olson of Liberty Bench. With his family, Mr Behne came to the Basin about 6 years ago and made his home in Basin, at Greybull, and on Liberty Bench. Mr Behne was a hard working man of strick integrity and was respected by all of his neighbors, who with the members of his family, sincerely regret his death. The funeral took place on Liberty Bench on Wednesday and the remains were laid to rest in the local cemetry. A brother, August, the only living relative aside from his own family was here from Burlington, Iowa, to attend the funeral. He left for home yesterday. Submitted by Doris Counts Bisbe, Neph D Neph D Bisbe died at home four miles west of Chambers, June 6. Born NY Sept 3,1846. married Mrs Margaret Scott. Submitted by Doris Counts Boyce, Mary Frances Adams Mary Frances Adams was born at Portland, Maine, Oct 1, 1846, and died at her home in Stuart, Nebr, Monday, Dec 11,1916, being 70 years, 2 months and 11 days old at the time of her demise. In 1852 her parents moved to Illinois, settling on a farm in Henry County, where her girlhood was spent. In 1869 she was married to Henry Boyce of Salem, Mass, and three children were born to this union, Jonathan, Mary and Asa. Two of the children, Asa and Mrs John Robertson survive, the husband and father having passed away in 1904. Funeral services were held from the Presbyterian Church Wednesday, interment was made in the Stuart Cemetery. Mrs Boyce was a woman of education and refinement, and a kind and loving mother, and will be sadly missed by the surviving children. Submitted by Doris Counts Brandt, Levi Levi, the infant son of A P Bandt of Erina, occurred Wed, March 5,1897 of pneumonia. Submitted by Doris Counts Brau, Mrs Albert Mrs Albert Brau of Lakeview, SD is died after an attack of influenza. The body will be shipped to Stuart for burial. Submitted by Doris Counts Brown, James Buckner Last Sunday morning, James, the eldest son of Mr and Mrs J H Brown passed away, and following a brief private funeral a tthe Brown's home Tuesday, he was laid to rest in Stuart Cemetery. Nov 7,1918 Stuart Advocate James Buckner Brown was born in Sheridan County, Nebr, Oct 29,1884 and died at his home in Stuart, Oct 27,1918 at the age of 33 years 11 months and 28 days. He came to Stuart with his parents in 1900 and resided here the past 18 years. He united with the First Presbyterian Church of Stuart, July 1914. Since his conversion her had tried faithfully to follow the Master, and was a devoted reader of the Bible. Faithfully and dutifully he served the interests of the home. Very generous and unselfish his loss to the community is an unmeasurable one. There survive to mourn his loss his father and mother, his brother William who is now in the Army; and five sisters, Mrs A S Gilbert, Mrs L X Marshall and Mrs A E Marshall of Tekaman, Nebr, and Mrs Wm Barto of La Creek, SD, and Gladys M Brown of Stuart. Submitted by Doris Counts Butler, Mrs Ralph It becomes our painful duty to record the sudden and sad death of Mrs Ralph Butler of Ewing, which occurred Sunday last. The deceased gave birth to two infant sons, one of which is still living. The funeral took place Monday, 25th. The deceased is the only daughter of Mr and Mrs L G Lambert of Little, Nebr. Might already have the Atkinson obit of this one. Submitted by Doris Counts Carr, Jasper J RITES HELD FOR ATKINSON TEENAGER son of Melvin Carr and Judy Martin Submitted by Doris Counts Cleveland, Irwin Irwin Cleveland, father of G M Cleveland, formerly county judge of this county, died at his home at Stuart, Tuesday morning. Deceased was 86 years old, and was one of the pioneer residents of this county. Funeral services were held at Stuart Tuesday and were attended by Judge Kinkaid of this city. The remains were interred in cemetery at Dustin Wednesday. Submitted by Doris Counts Dan, Eddie Eddie Dan, a quarter breed Indian of 17 years died at a camp near Eureka Valley Church south of Newport last Friday, and the body was brought to Stuart Saturday by the father and uncle and was shipped to Beatrice for burial. The boy died from an attack of pneumonia following influenza. Lenard Dan, an older brother of Eddie's, died Wednesday at the camp and will also be shipped to Beatrice for interment. Both boys were members of a crew who had been working on a hay press in a camp near Newport. Submitted by Doris Counts Disterhaupt, Edward A SERVICES HELD FOR EDWARD DISTERHAUPT, 67 born south of Atkinson on Dec 22,1909 Submitted by Doris Counts Dixon, Mrs Hector Mrs Dixon (colored) wife of Hector Dixon, died at her home just across the line in Wheeler County on Monday, Dec 28th. The deceased had been ill since last June, and confined to the bed about three months. The physician claimed that the disease which terminated her life was consumption. The deceased was a Christian and assured her husband and family that she was going to a better home than earth could afford, and died in the triumph of a living faith. She leaves a husband and 9 children, 8 sons and one daughter, to mourn their sad bereavement. The bereaved family have the sympathy of the community. Submitted by Doris Counts Dobney, Lora Brooks The people of Stuart were pained and shocked last Friday by the announcement of the sudden death of Mrs Lora Dobney. She had retired the night before in her usual health, and had gotten up Friday morning and remarked to her son, Clarence Gladhill, that she had been feeling badly for several hours but had not called him, even then attended the fire in both stoves. A few moments later she became much worse, and called Clarence's name just once in an agonized voice and sank to the floor, unconscious. Clarence ran to the Blinn home across the street, called the doctor, then he and Mrs Blinn hurried back to the house to find Mrs Dobney still unconscious and dying. The doctor came at once and pronounced it a case of cerebral hemmorage, the paralysis having been complete, and almost instantly fatal. Her other son, John Gladhill, had been in Chicago for some time, attending an art school, but was on his way home, and was reached by wire at Woodbine, Iowa, where he had stopped to visit relatives and came home Friday. Many neighbors and friends did all they could to show their friendship and sympathy for the boys who were so suddenly bereft of a mother whom they both dearly loved, and whose every thought was for their welfare. Mrs Dobney, whose maiden name was Lora Brooks, was born in Illinois, about 66 years ago, and had been a resident of this vicinity for about 20 years. The funeral services were held in the Presbyterian Church Sunday. A very large congregation among whom was a delegation from the Degree of Honor Lodge, a member of which organization the deceased had long been a member, was present. The floral offerings were numerous and very beautiful. After the funeral service, the body was again conveyed to the home where it remained until Monday when both Clarence and John accompanied it to Erie, Illinois, for interment. Submitted by Doris Counts Dobney, Frank Frank Dobney was born in England, July 19,1850 and departed this life June 2,1919, aged 68 years, 10 months and 13 days. He came to America with his parents when he was but four years of age, his parents settling on a farm in Ohio for a few years, from which place they moved to Springfield, Ill, moving again in the spring of 1866 near Tabor, Iowa, from whence they finally moved to and settled at Weeping Water, Nebr. Soon after coming to Nebr, he was united in marriage to Miss Ellen Stopforth. To this union was born 11 children, 6 of whom, with one brother and two sisters, are left to mourn his loss. The children are: Mr and Mrs J C Inglis of Omaha, Richard Dobney of Avoca, Nebr, Mr and Mrs Fred Dobney of Norfolk, Mr and Mrs Chas Dobney of Stuart and Mr and Mrs Carl Maseman of Lincoln. The brother George Dobney and one sister Mrs Peter Cunningham, live at Tabor, Iowa, and the other sister Mrs Henry Madison, lives at Woodbine, Iowa. Mrs Dobney, the lifelong help mate went before, departing this life June 25,1910. The deceased was stricken with acute dilation of the heart while on his way to visit his brother and sister at Tabor, and was found dead a short distance from one of their homes. The body was brought to Stuart where funeral services were held in the Methodist Church Thursday and burial was made in the Stuart Cemetery. Submitted by Doris Counts Dorsey, Father Deilmer C born Oct 14,1925 near Newport, Nebr Submitted by Doris Counts Farr, William E RITES HELD FOR WM E FARR, 56 born Oct 2,1920 Newport Submitted by Doris Counts Field, Carrie Johnson Mrs Carrie Field died Tuesday and the body was shipped to Wisner for burial Wednesday. Nov 14,1918 Stuart Advocate Carrie Johnson was born July 4,1846 at Nonstad, Norway. She emigrated to America at 20 years of age, going to Beloit, Wis, where she united in marriage with Ole Fields. They came to Nebraska and settled at Dodge where Mr Fields died in 1885. Some years later Mrs Fields moved to Stuart where the rest of her life was spent. She is survived by two daughters and one son, Mrs Carrie Russell of Wisner, Mrs John Millspaugh of Merriman, and Arne Fields of Wisner; three brothers, Otto Johnson of Fremont, David Johnson of Burwell, and James Johnson of Newman Grove; also 16 grandchildren and two great grand children. Funeral services were held at Wisner, interment was made in Wisner Cemetery. Submitted by Doris Counts Flannigan, Michael W Michael W Flannigan A kindly and loving character of this country was gathered to his fathers last Thursday at Minneapolis, Minn. Michael W Flannigan died just as he had lived. He was a great, good man and we have never, in all our years of residence, heard an unkindly word about him. He was clean, he was square, and he was honest. In the parish of Inish, in the county of Clare, in old Ireland, was born Michael Flannigan, some 74 years ago, and a few years later, his parents located at Hallowell, Maine, and along about 1848, moved to Minneapolis, Minn, which was then a village. As a boy Mr Flannigan worked on the Mississippi River as a cabinboy, later, as he grew older, he went into the great pineries along that water course. In the summer he was a raftsman and general man on lumber crews and about the time he quit this business, he was second man to the pilot, which was considered a great thing in those days. In 1866, along with other minneapolis people, he joined what was known as the Flak Expedition to cross the Great Palins to California, but after severe Indian fighting in Montana, this organization was forced to retire to the Missouri River country. At this time, Mr Flannigan, with some companions, boated down the Missouri River to Yankton, and later, to Florence and Omaha, this trip resulting in his locating in Holt County. About 40 years ago, he returned and located a ranch north of O'Neill, Nebr, and has been an important factor in the development of this country, as a cattle man and banker. The stories and anecdotes told of Mr Flannigan would fill volumes. He was a very easy man to approach and generous and considerate to those in humble circumstances. About 25 yars ago, he located his sons at Stuart, and has generally made this his head quarters, and from this place they conduct a general banking business. Mr Flannigan, at his death, was President of the First National Bank of Naper, Nebr, President of Citizens Bank of Stuart, Nebr, and a Director of The First National Bank of Atkinson, and with his oldest son, conducted a number of offices in Keya Paha County, which do a big loaning and cattle business. He was a man of large interests but very reticent and quiet in money matters- he avoided all display of any kind. He liked his friends and customers, he never cared for political honors and was no lodge man but was a member of the organization known as the Clan-Na-Gael. About 15 years ago Mr Flannigan was taken with a fatal kidney disease and it became apparent on his last visit here last June that the end was not far away. He called his older sons together and told them this was his last trip and told them not to forget what he had preached to them since they were born - to be honest and on the dead square; to keep their business within themselfes and to stick together; to loan their money at a reasonable rate and save the interest. To always have some money held out for old customers and to keep the Stuart bank for their headquarters. Mr Flannigan leaves a large and valuable estate and was the wealthiest man in this part of Nebr. And last Thursday night about midnight, the old pioneer banker, in his luxurious home in Minneapolis, with his family and relatives around him, and with a gentle nod to one of his sons, and a weary wan smile very quietly turned on his pillow and shranely and peacefully went to his long long sleep. Submitted by Doris Counts Fort, Dr Homer F Dr Homer F Fort died in a hospital in Omaha, about July 1, and was buried at Dickens, Nebr, July 2,1917. Death was caused by Arterio Celerosis. Dr Fort was born in Troy, NY, in 1856 and graduated from Omaha Medical College in 1888. He practiced medicne in Stuart for a number of years, and will be remembered by the older residents here. Funeral services were conducted by Masons, who took entire charge in the absence of relatives. Submitted by Doris Counts Foss, Susan Clinethan Millspaugh Susan Clinethan was born in Orange County, NY, April 18,1842, was married to Isaac Millspaugh, Nov 7,1863, came to a neighborhood west of Jefferson, Iowa in 1867 and removed to Holt County, Nebr, in 1885. Her second marriage to Henry Foss, occurred in Boyd County in the year 1896. Mr Foss died a few years later, and since that time she had made her home with her children. Mrs Foss was the mother of 9 children, 5 boys and 4 girls, 2 of the boys died in their infancy, and two of her daughters had also preceeded her to the great beyond. Those living are George A Millspaugh of Portland, Oregon, Volney W Millspaugh of Atkinson, John Millspaugh of Stuart, Mrs Al Hughes of Roundup, Montana, Mrs Lena Scissons of Chicago. Mrs Foss died in Chicago, following an operation for appendictis, at the advanced age of 75 years, 4 months and 20 days. She never professed any particular relgious belief, but was a kind and generous mother and a good neighbor. Her remains were brought to Stuart by her son, John, funeral services being held from his residence, and interment was made in Stuart Cemetery. Submitted by Doris Counts Friedrich, Mrs Douglas MRS D FRIEDRICH DIES IN COLORADO born May 10,1949 Axtell Submitted by Doris Counts Gordon, Burton Burton, the little four year old son of Mr and Mrs J E Gordon of Mariaville, died Monday after a three week attack of pneumonia. Interment in Kirkwood Cemetery, Tuesday. He was the grandsonof Mr and Mrs G H Vargason. Submitted by Doris Counts Gotschall, Ethel Josephine Carlson SERVICES HELD FOR MRS E E GOTSCHALL, 77 born July 5,1900 in Galesburg, Ill Submitted by Doris Counts Greenfield, Miles S Miles S Greenfield died at noon today following a stroke of apoplexy or paralysis which occurred Tuesday in B Farner's store. Mr Greenfield was standing in the store, talking and joking as was his custom, when without warning, he sank to the floor unconscious. He was carried to Mrs Hunt's hospital and every care and attention was given him, but he never rallied. It seemed for a time that he knew what was said to him and recognized the members of his family, but he was never again able to speak and passed quietly away about noon today. March 6,1919 Stuart Advocate Miles Samuel Greenfield was born in Wisconsin, Sept 13,1857 and died at Stuart Feb 27,1919 at the age of 61 years, 5 months and 14 days. Mr Greenfield was one of the pioneers of Nebraska having moved to this vicinity about 35 years ago and, was one of the best known men in this country. He was united in marriage with Miss Clara Balleweg of Atkinson, Nov 28,1894, and leaves besides his wife, 9 children and 5 grandchildren, all living in the vicinity of Stuart, except his son, Roy, who is with the American Expeditionary Force in France and his daughter Mrs Earl Martin of Omaha, to mourn his death. Mr Greenfield was of a genial happy disposition, and always had a cheerful greeting for his many friends in response to their "Hello Miles," and he was a loving and considerate husband and father. His friends and associates will miss him in their daily counsels. Funeral services were held in the Presbyterian Church here, Saturday, March 1, a large number of friends and neighbors being in attendance. Interment was made in Stuart Cemetery. Submitted by Doris Counts Haak, Joe JOE HAAK RITES HELD IN CHEYENNE married Opal Dibble, Sept 15,1935 Submitted by Doris Counts Hafelfinger, Henry Henry Hafelfinger, was born in the Cantonof Basellandchaft, at Diegten Baseland,Switzerland, April 26,1831, his baptismal certificate bearing the date of May 8,1831. He departed this life at his home at Stuart, Nebr, Monday, Nov 20,1916 at the age of 85 years, six months and 24 days. Mr Hafelfinger, came to the US in 1854, and became a silk weaver in New York City, which occupation he followed until 1867. He was united in marriage to Maria Zurfleur in 1854, and four children were born to them, two of whom, William and Margaret died in infancy. A son, Julius Hafelfinger, aged sixty years of Kersey, Colorado and a daughter, Mrs Fred Kobarg, aged 50 years of Simpson, Nebr, survive their father. Mr Hafelfinger, took out his final naturalization papers and became a citizen of the US in 1866. He and his family came to Nebraska, May 1867, and settled at West Point, where he took up a homestead and lived until the spring of 1884. He then moved to Keya Paha County and resided on a ranch west of Simpson until about ten years ago, when he moved to Stuart. His wife died about 18 years ago, and he married again about 11 years ago. His second wife died a few years since, and was buried in the Cemetery here at Stuart. Mr Hafelfinger was a strong man in every sense of the word. He was a good husband, father, neighbor and friend, and leaves a large circle of friends who will miss him. The funeral services were held in Presbyterian Church here on Wednesday, and the body was taken to Simpson Cemetery where it was laid to rest beside that of his first wife. As years are given to man,he lived a long and useful life. Submitted by Doris Counts Hahn, William John William John Hahn was born at Honesdale, Penn, Nov 10,1870, and died Oct 4,1918 at the age of 47 years, 10 months and 24 days. He was married at Stanton, Nebr, Oct 31,1906 to Miss Lillian Poesnecker, who with two brothers and one sister of Mr Hahn's is left to mourn his loss. brothers: G J Hahn of Sioux Falls, SD, A J Hahn of Stuart and the sister Mrs Ed Nehlsen of Creighton, were present at the funeral Mr Hahn was one of the early settlers in this vicinity, coming here with his parents in 1878 and settling on a homestead 3 miles southeast of Stuart. He was a kind and loving husband and brother and leaves a host of friends to mourn his untimely death. Submitted by Doris Counts Helme, boy The Helme boy who was accidentally shot by a boy companion, named Burke, near Atkinson, about two months ago, died at the home of his parents, Sunday. Submitted by Doris Counts Henry, Alexander Hay BELOVED CITIZEN LAID TO REST The following is taken from the Bedford, Iowa, paper: Alexander Hay Henry, son of William and Margaret Henry, was born in Aberdeen, Scotland, Jan 16,1835, and died at the home of his daughter, Mrs C R Chamberlain, on Monday, Jan 8,1917, aged 81 years 11 months and 21 days. He was a member of a family of 8 children, some of whom survive him. His parents died during his childhood, and he made his home with near relatives in Scotland, until he grew to manhood. He was married to Isabella Sheriffs, of Banff, Scotland, Sept 7,1863. To this union were born 9 children- 5 daughters and 4 sons. One daughter having died in infancy, there yet remains 4 sons and 4 daughters to mourn his departure. They are; Arthur Sinclair of Geneva, Illinois; Isabella and May of Chicago, Illinois; Mrs Margaret Bailey and William George of Stuart, Nebr; Mrs Lillie Chamberlain of near Bedford, Iowa; Alexander of Kincaid, Kan; Walter Sheriffs of Laws, California. His wife passed away Sept 3,1901, since which time he had made his home with his children. He came to the US shortly after the war of the rebellion and entered the employ of the railroad company, first at Muscatine, Iowa, and later he was engaged in the same work in Racine, Wis, Batavia, Illinois, and Afton, Iowa. In was in 1880 that he with his family settled on a farm near Bedford, where they continued to live until the death of the wife and mother. He was converted in childhood and became a member of the Baptist Church of Scotland, continued in that relation until the end. He was a loving husband and father, a good citizen, an ardent Christian man. He was appartently in good health on the morning of Jan 8 and suddenly he was called apparently departing this life without a struggle. The funeral servivces were conducted from the home of the daughter, Mrs C R Chamberlain, Jan 10, and the body was laid to rest by the side of his companion in the Fairview Cemetery of Bedford, Iowa. Submitted by Doris Counts Hirsch, Matthias M Matthias M Hirsch was born in Europe, Austria, Bohemia, in Schamers, Sept 7,1842, and died at his home near Stuart, May 15,1918, at the age of 75 years, 7 months and 24 days. When 21 years of age he was married to Miss Thresia Blosel and to this union was born 12 cildren, 3 of whom died in infancy and one daughter at the age of 16 years. The following: Alouisa, Anasdasia, Joseph, Maria, Anna, Adelherd, Barbara, and John besides 28 grandchildren and two great grandchildren, are left to mourn his death. Mr Hirsch and family came to the US may 20,1887, and located in Buffalo Co, Nebr, where he engaged infarming until March 23,1911, when he moved to Stuart, making his home here until death came. His wife died Nov 26,1915 and since that time he had been in poor health, particularly since Feb 6,1917 when he was stricken with paralysis and suffered greatly. The funeral services were held at St Boniface Catholic Church Saturday and the body laid to rest beside his wife in Stuart Cemetery. Submitted by Doris Counts Hobbs, Dick Dick Hobbs, aged about 35 years was almost instantly killed on the Will Allen Ranch, just east of Newport Tuesday by the falling of a heavy well drilling machine which struck him on the head, crushing the skull. Mr Hobbs with Alfred Gilg and C S Farr, had the pipe down nearly the required depth and were about ready to quit for the day when the rope attached to a 7 horsepower engine which was being used to operated the driver, became tangled in some manner and jerked the apparatus down, striking Mr Hobbs on the head and shoulders. He fell, insensible, and died in less than two hours with out having regained consciousness. The deceased leaves a wife and four small children to mourn his untimely death. Submitted by Doris Counts Hodge, Hannah Radcliff Hannah Radcliff, daughter of Lewis and Ruth Radcliff, was born in Saunders County, Nebr, June 24,1879, and departed this life at her home near Worland, Wyo, March 4,1917. She grew to womanhood in Nebr, where she received her education, attending the public school in Atkinson and completing the same in the state normal, after which she taught school until she went to Wyoming in 1907, when she, with her sister, Mattie, went to Shell, Wyo, where she lived about a year. After this she taught in the public school in Basin, Wyo, for three years. She was united in marriage to Niles N Hodge, Nov 27,1911. They made their home in Shell for twoyears, and then moved to Worland. To this union one child, Jean, was born on Feb 28,1915. The deceased was a successful teacher and an active Christian worker. She united with the Presbyterian Church in her early womanhood, of which church she remained a member until she moved to Worland, when she united with the Methodist Church. She was especially successful as a teacher of boys' classes in Sunday School. She leaves a husband, Niles N Hodge of Worland, Jean, a two year old daughter; two sisters, Varinna E Johnson of Newport and Mrs Mattie R Shepherd of Lander, Wyo; and three brothers, Clinton, Asbury and Daniels of Stuart. Her father, mother and one brother, James, preceeded her to the spirit world. Her last illness covered a period of about six weeks, during which time she made her own preparations for her funeral, selecting for the text for the serman, Revelations 22:5. "And there shall be no night there; and they need no candle, neither light of the sun, for the Lord God giveth them light, and they shall reign for ever and ever.' Two hymns she selected to be sung were "We'll Never Say Goodbye in Heaven", and "In the Upper Garden". All of her brothers and sisters were at her bedside when the end came. Funeral services were held in the Methodist Episcopal Church in Atkinson. She was laid to rest in Woodlawn Cemetery. Submitted by Doris Counts Hoffman, Clara Shald Clara Shald Hoffman was born near Stuart, Oct 30,1886, died OCt 13,1918; at the age of 31 years, 11 months and 14 days. She was united in marriage to Gerhard Hoffman at O'Neill, in the year 1905, 9 children were born to them, one of whom died in infancy. Besides the husband and 8 little children, she leaves to mourn her death, her father, Henry Shald, two sisters and four brothers, all of Stuart, with the exception of John who is now on his way to France in the service of his country. Mrs Hoffman was a true and loving mother, and was loved and respected by all who knew her. The esteem in which she was held was evidenced by the large number of old neighbors and friends from a distance who were present at the funeral services which were held at the Henry Shald home Tuesday. When but a little girl of 12 years she united with the Methodist Church here and has always lived an earnest Christian life. She was conscious up to the last and calling her little ones to her she told them that she could not live and that they must be good boys and girls and commended them to God's keeping. The hand of affliction has been laid heavily on this family, and they have the sympathy of the entire community. As stated, in Jesus Christ she fell asleep on Oct 13 and was buried beside her mother in the Stuart Cemetery. Her work was not finished but her influence will live after her. Submitted by Doris Counts Hoffman, Edward RITES HELD FOR ED HOFFMAN born April 25,1904 in Ames, Nebr Submitted by Doris Counts Hoffman, Mardale "Bobbi" Anderson born June 23,1919 Spencer Submitted by Doris Counts Hoffman, Tharza May Prescott Tharza May Prescott was born in Warren, Ill, and died at her home near Stuart, at the age of 35 years, 6 months and 5 days. She was married in 1901 to Andrew Hoffman. 9 children were born to this union, 4 of whom preceded their mother to the life beyond. Besides her husband and children she leaves to mourn her departure, 3 sisters, Mrs J A Reardon of Lena, Ill, Mrs Geo Collins of Lincoln, Nebr, and Mrs Frank Davis of Stuart, and 1 brother Will Prescott of Bannerman, Canada. Private funeral services were held at the home, Wed, Nov 27. Interment was made in Stuart Cemetery. Submitted by Doris Counts Hahl, Lizzie Lizzie Hahl, wife of George Hohl, died at her home Tuesday, the 2nd, Deceased was born in Germany 1857, came to America in 1861 and settled in Iowa, then removed to Nebraska to Tecumseh. She moved with her husband to Holt County in 1887 where they settled on a homestead. Interred in Chambers Cem. Leaves husband and 7 children, 2 boys and 5 girls. Submitted by Doris Counts Horak, Mrs Fred Mrs Fred Horak was born near Salem, Iowa, June 27,1875 and died at her home near mendon, Mo, Nov 21,1918, aged 43 years, 4 months and 24 days. She was married Dec 30,1896 to Fred Horak at Walker, Iowa, near which place they lived on a farm, moving from there to Stuart and later to Mendon. To this union were born five children, Jessie age 21; Grace 18; Sylvia 13, Lillian 9, Virgil 10 months, all of whom are left to mourn her departure, besides her husband, father, mother, one brother and two sisters, together with many other relatives and friends. Funeral services were conducted from the home Saturday and interment in the Old Mendon Cemetery. Mrs Horak will be badly missed by her husband and children and they have the sympathy of the entire communty in their bereavement. The above clipping was sent to us by Mr Horak. Submitted by Doris Counts Hovey, Carroll Stuart people were shocked and grieved this week by the intelligence that Carroll Hovey, the youngest son of Mr and Mrs W B Hovey, who moved to Ft Lauderdale, Floriday, last Spring, had died in a hospital at Jacksonville, the night of Sept 24th. Carroll had joined the army, we have been unable to learn whether it was the regular army, of the state militia, and Colonel Blanding in command of the regiment, with headquarters at Statecamp, Florida, telegraphed the news to Mr Hovey at Ft Lauderdale. The telegram, Mr Hovey enclosed in an envelope and mailed to Stuart, making a brief notation on the telegram that he would furnish more particulars later, but, so far, no one seems to have received them. The fact that the boy is dead and that his parents need our help and sympathy, must suffice for the present. If they could know of the many expressions of sympathy and regret, made by their Stuart friends they would be comforted. Submitted by Doris Counts Hoyt, James James Hoyt of Atkinson, who was brought to Stuart the first of the week for an operation for appendicitis, died at the hospital here Tuesday,Nov 28. Little hope of his recovery was entertained from the first, but as there was a slight chance that the operation might save him, it was tried, since he stood no show if it was not done. He was born Oct 4,1884, in Cass County, Iowa, and was 32 years, 1 month and 24 days old. He was married at Bonesteel, SD, Aug 9,1903 to Miss Margaret Hahn, a daughter of Jacob Hahn of Atkinson, and a cousin of Arthur and William Hahn of Stuart. Three children were born to this union, who with his wife, father, 3 brothers, and 3 sisters, survive to mourn his untimely death. The body was taken to Atkinson Wednesday where interment was made. Submitted by Doris Counts Hudspeth, Royal Royal Hudspeth died Saturday April 28 at Council Bluffs, Iowa, 82 years old and death was due to infirmities of his years. He leaves a wife and 7 children. He was in the real estate business in the Stuart area. Submitted by Doris Counts Hunt, Frank LeRoy Frank LeRoy Hunt was born at Beloit, Wis, May 5,1885, and departed this life at Forence, Arizona, April 2,1919. When a child he came with his parents to Stuart, in the spring of 1886 where his father practised medicine for many years. He grew up in this community and was well known, attending high school from which he graduated in 1902. He went to the Pharmacy School at Highland Park, Des Moines, Iowa, and later worked in drug stores in various places. In 1913 he moved to Sweet Grove, Mont, where he bought a drug store. He was united in marriage to Miss Gladys McLane of White River, SD, at Helena, Montana, Aug 14,1915. He had been in failing health since 1917, and retired from business in 1918 and traveled extensively in the west, finally locating in Florence, Arizona, where he resided until the time of his death. Besides his loving wife he leaves to mourn his death, his brother, R A Hunt of Phoenix, Ariz, his half sisters, Mary and Margaret Hunt of Stuart, and his step mother, Mrs Barbara Hunt of Stuart. He was a member of the Elks Lodge and also a member of the M E Church of Stuart, having been converted and uniting with the church when a young man. The funeral was held from the M E Church at Stuart, April 8, interment was made beside his parents in Stuart Cemetery. Submitted by Doris Counts Inglis, Child An infant child, 4 days old of Chester Ingles who live near Willow Lake, was buried in the Chambers Cem on Monday. Submitted by Doris Counts Isenhart, Mary Jane Wood Mary Jane Wood was born near Parker, Randolph County, Ind, March 5,1840. She departed this life on the 13th day of April 1919, at her home in Stuart. In Aug 1859 she was united in marriage to George Isenhart of Randolph County, residing there until the fall of 1866, when they moved to iowa and settled on a farm in Gutherie County, where they resided until 1902 when they moved to Stuart. Grandma Isenhart, as she was farmiliarly known in this community, was a member of the Methodist Church from early childhood and lived a consistent Christian life. As long as health permitted she took an active part in all the activities of the church. She leaves to mourn her departure from this life, her husband and the following children; L B Isenhart of Telluride, Colo; Eliza A Fagan of Cedar Falls, Iowa; A M Isenhart of Wood Lake, Nebr,; John and Edwin A Isenhart of Wenatchee, Wash, Wm M Isenhart of Chelan, Wash, George E Isenhart of Spokane and Millie M Hahn of Stuart. The funeral was held at the M E Church Tuesday, April 15. Interment followed in the Stuart Cemetery. Submitted by Doris Counts Jackson, John Henry John Jackson died at the home of his parents on the Krotte place southwest of town Tuesday and was buried here Wednesday. Nov 7,1918 Stuart Advocate John Henry Jackson was born in Atlantic, Iowa, Oct 18,1896 and died at the home of his parents near Stuart, Oct 29,1918, following an attack of influenza. He was 22 years and 11 days old. John was a cheerful fellow and his many friends will miss him. Besides these friends, he leaves to mourn his loss, his father and mother, two sisters and two brothers, who all live near Stuart. John was of Lutheran belief and had been baptized in the church of that faith. Interment was made in the Stuart Cemetery. Submitted by Doris Counts Janzing, Michael John SERVICES HELD FOR INFANT SON born Nov 3,1977 O'Niell Submitted by Doris Counts Johnson, Calvin Calvin Johnson was born Feb 11,1851 at Terra Haute, Ind, and died April 3, 1919 at the home of his daughter Mrs Dora Peterson, south of Stuart, at the age of 68 years, 1 month and 22 days. He was married to Sarah Ann Washburn at Casey, Ill, Nov 8,1877, and to this union were born 8 children, 7 daughters and 1 son. Two children, Mary and Joseph died in infancy, the others, Mrs Lulu Jelsma of Scotts Bluff, Nebr, Mrs Emily Poague of Stuart, Mrs Maude Poague of Stuart, Mrs Jessie Freouf of Stuart and Mrs Dora Peterson of Pony Lake, Nebr, are left to mourn his loss. Mrs Georgie Peterson, the other grown daughter was claimed by death more than a year ago. Besides his sister, Mrs Emily Orendorff of Stuart and his two brothers Richmond of Newport and Richard of Omaha, also 18 grandchildren. His wife died ten years ago. Mr Johnson came to this country with his family in 1878 and made his home here since that time. After the death of his wife he made his home with his children. He was a devoted father and will be greatly missed by his children. Mr Johnson being one of the pioneers of this country was well and favorably known as a good citizen, neighbor and friend. Funeral services were held in Presbyterian Church, April 5, interment made in Stuart Cemetery. Submitted by Doris Counts Johnson, Elizabeth M We are in receipt of a marked copy of the Kansas City Times of Feb 24, which has the following announcement. The funeral of Mrs Elizabeth M Johnson, 89 years old, who died Saturday at the home of her daughter, Mrs E J Webber, 3024 Brooklyn Avenue, will be held at Mrs C L Foster's Chapel today. Burial will be in Forest Hill Cemetery. Besides Mrs Webber, she is survived by another daughter, mrs L N Jillson and a son George Leonard of Stuart, Nebr. Submitted by Doris Counts Keating, Anna Tushla Prussa FUNERAL HELD FOR MRS ANNA KEATING, 93 born on the family farm 3 miles northeast of Atkinson Submitted by Doris Counts Kerns, Douglas Two brothers of LC Kearns, David and Douglas Kearns, whose homes are in Oklahoma, arrived at the former's place 6 miles north of Ewing, one day last week. Douglas Kerns was accompanied by his two children, a boy and a girl, aged 8 and 10 years. On Tuesday of this week, they had been driving out into the country to see the many changes that had taken place since they were here last. In the evening they sat up until 11 talking over the many things that had occurred in the days gone by and all seeming to be in their usual health. All retired except Douglas, who went outside to look after his team and nothing more was seen of him until the early morning. Lew found his brother lying up against a wheel of his wagon, dead. It appears that the deceased had been affected with heart trouble and upon examination by a doctor, it was decided that he came to his death from that cause. The funeral will be held today and the remains laid to rest in the cemetery north of Emperia. The two children will make their home with their Uncle Lew for an indefinate time, having lost their mother some time ago - The Advocate Submitted by Doris Counts Kinney, Charles Charles Kinney, another one of Newport's strongest men, succumbed to influenza last Saturday and was buried in Newport Cemetery Sunday. Submitted by Doris Counts Kracl, Steven Paul O'NEILL MAN KILLED IN CAR TRUCK CRASH son of Norman P Kracl Submitted by Doris Counts Kraft, Jacob Jacob Kraft was born in Daueenau, Weisbaden, Germany, Jan 5,1885, and died in Ft Lauderdale, Flo, June 15,1918, being 63 years, 5 months and 7 days old. He came with his parents to America when at the age of 11, settling near Peru, Illinois, where he grew to manhood, later moving to Iowa where he met and married Lizzie E Smith, July 1,1878. To this union 4 children were born; George I of Winner, SD; Ida B Roberts of Stuart; Elizabeth of Ft Lauderdale, Flor; Also Clara A, who preceeded her father when at the age of 12. Not being content with the facility of Iowa as a stock country, Mr Kraft came west among the first pioneers of Nebraska settling on a homestead southwest of Stuart where he engaged in the stock business. Moving from there he took up a tree claim south of Newport and from there he moved his family to Stuart in 1893, residing here until four years ago when he moved to Florida to benefit his failing health. He gained rapidly for awhile but took a bad spell APril 2,1918 and was confined to his bed until the time of his death. Besides his wife and three children he leaves a sister, Mrs Minnie Stammer of Casey, Iowa, and a brother, William of Peru, Illinois. Mrs Kraft and daughter Lizzie who have been living in Ft Lauderdale for several years, accompanied the body to Stuart, arriving here last Wednesday night. The funeral discourse was delivered at Methodist Church Thursday. Mr Kraft had for many years been a member of the Masonic Lodge and after the service at the church the local Masonic Lodge, assisted by members from Bassett, Atkinson, O'Neill, had charge of the service at the Stuart Cemetery where interment was made, in conformity with their impressive ceremonies. Submitted by Doris Counts Kraus, Orvil "Son" born Aug 19,1922 Loup County Submitted by Doris Counts Krotter, Mary Weber Mary Weber was born in Wurtenburg, Germany, Nov 18,1838, and died at the home of her son, Wm Krotter at Stuart, Nov 27,1918, aged 80 years 9 days. When she was six years old her mother died so later she followed brothers to America, residing for some years in Philadelphia, then made her home with her brother Charles Weber at Galesburg, Ill. There she met and married John Krotter of Knoxville, Ill, in which city she lived from the beginning of the Civil War until 1913. Her husband died in 1889. During the past five years she made her home with her sons in Nebraska. She was a woman of strong mentality and constitution and devoted her life to rearing, supporting and educating her family of six boys and two girls, two of whom died in infancy and one in young manhood. Her four sons, Wm, Ben C, Fred C, and George C have lived in Nebr, from boyhood. They, with her daughter, Nellie M of Boise, Idaho, will meet at Omaha on Friday and accompany the remains to the old home in Knoxville, Ill and burial will be had in the family plot where sleep her husband and children. Submitted by Doris Counts Larson, Harlan born Sept 21,1925 Kola Submitted by Doris Counts LeMunyan, Jimmy Dean TRUCK TRAIN CRASH FATAL TO LEMUNYAN born Atkinson on Aug 25,1954 Submitted by Doris Counts Levi, Joseph SERVICES HELD FOR JOSEPH LEVI, 76 born May 20, 1900 Submitted by Doris Counts Lockmon, John Jefferson John Jefferson Lockmon was born April 20,1851 at Indianapolis, Indiana, and died at his home near Stuart, April 28,1918 at the age of 67 years and 8 days. At two years of age he moved with his parents to Iowa, where he grew to manhood. He was united in marriage to Lillian Hittle at Albia, Iowa, Oct 5,1876. To this union were born six children, two of whom preceeded him to a better world while yet in infancy, also a son, William, a year ago last June. From Iowa the family moved to Stuart, living on a homestead 12 miles north of town. In 1891 they moved to their farm west of town. Here Mr Lockmon made his home until the time of his death. Mr Lockman had been sick for more than a year, and had been a constant sufferer, bearing it all with the greatest patience, feeling that it was the Lord's will. He was a good citizen, a good neighbor, a kind and loving husband and father, and a man without an enemy. He is survived by his wife, one son, Mr Tone Lockmon of Stuart, two daughters, Mrs Amanda Hutton of Lincoln, and Mrs Bertha Greenfield, of Lyons, Nebr. Also 7 grandchildren, 1 sister and 5 brothers, all of whom were present at the funeral except his sister and hsi three brothers. Funeral services were held in Methodist Church of which Mr Lockmon was a member, on Tuesday, April 30. A large number of neighbors and friends were present, many coming a long distance. Submitted by Doris Counts Long, Daniel Rosmond Daniel Rosmond Long was born in Wayne County, Illinois and died at the home of his son in Norfolk, aged 55 years, 2 months and 18 days. He leaves to mourn his loss 3 sons, Alva, Lee and Phillip, one daughter, Ruth, two sisters in Iowa, and one brother in Idaho. Mr Long expressed his faith in the Savior and was ready to go. Funeral services were held in the Methodist Church at Logan, Iowa. Interment was made in the Logan Cemetery. Submitted by Doris Counts May, Frances Helen Gallagher born May 11,1916 farm east of Inman Submitted by Doris Counts McCartney, Martin V Martin V McCartney, well known to all Stuart people for the greater part of a century, was found dead in his little home in the southeast part of town last Thursday night. Neighbors had missed him during the day, and an investigation by Ed, James and Chas Allman, who looked in a window by aid of a flashlight, disclosed that he was lying on the bed, fully dressed, and apparently asleep. Not being able to arouse him, Marshal Sherwood was called, the door, which was locked on the inside, was forced open, when it was fond that he had peacefujlly passed away, sometime during the previous 24 hours. County Attorney Boyle and Sheriff Duffey of O'Neill, were notified and came up the next morning and quickly decided that death was due to natural causes and his advanced age. Mr McCartney was born Kenton, Ohio, Dec 25,1839, and was 77 years old last Christmas. He grew to manhood in Ohio, then moved to Indiana, coming to Nebraska about 1885. He was a soldier in the Civil War, having enlisted as a private at Camp Dennison, Ohio, at the age of 22 years. In the Fourth Regiment, Ohio Volunteer Infantry on the 4th of June,1861, and was honorably discharged at Columbus, Ohio, Jan 20,1863. He was married in 1864 to Miss Ellen Miller at Patterson, Ohio and six children were born to them, three of whom, one son and two daughters, Charles A of Jerseydale, Cal, Mrs Ada Brun of Salt Lake, Utah, and Mrs Effie Schwaler of Harlem, Montana, survive him. Of the above, only Mrs Brun was able to be present at the funeral. Submitted by Doris Counts McDermott, Stephen Stephen McDermott, a well known baseball player of Omaha died of pneumonia following an attack of influenza. Submitted by Doris Counts McDermott, Stephen H Stephen H McDermott was born at Willow Springs, Layfayette County, Wis, Nov 22, 1862. He died at his home near Stuart,Sunday, Nov 5,1916, at the age of 54 years, 11 months and 16 days. In 1881 he came with his parents to Platte County, Nebr, In Sept of the same year, they moved to Holt County where he has ever since made his home near Atkinson and Stuart. In 1884 he was united in marriage to Mary McReana. To this union were born 11 children, all but one of whom are living and were present to pay the last tribute of respect to a kind and loving father. Mr McDermott was a devoted husband and father, ever looking to the comfort and best interests of his family. He had been a member of the AOUW lodge for 20 years. Of him it might be said as suggested by the late poet, Riley. "He lived in a house by the side of the road and was a friend to man." Funeral services were conducted in St Boniface Church at Stuart and the remains laid to rest in Catholic Cemetery at that place on Wednesday, Nov 8. Submitted by Doris Counts Melchor, Melinda Anne Olson born June 23,1969 Wayne Submitted by Doris Counts Miner, Mrs George Mrs George Miner, old time resident of Stuart, died Tuesday at the home of her daughter, Mrs Fred Mulford, after a long illness. Interment will be made in the Stuart Cemetery this afternoon. Submitted by Doris Counts Miner, Alice Christine Mulford Alice Christine Mulford was born at Greenville, Orange County, New York, Dec 24,1872, where she spent her early girlhood, coming with her parents to Stuart in the spring of 1880, where she has since resided. She was united in marriage with William T Miner, Oct 15,1895, and died at their home near Dustin, Tuesday, March 13 at the age of 44 years,2 months and 17 days. She united with the Presbyterian Church in Stuart when a girl, and remained a constant member until claimed by death. She is survived by her husband, adopted son, Edward, two sisters, Mary, wife of B O Corwin of Middletown, NY and Katie, wife of E A Margritz of Gordon, Nebr, three brothers PH of Dinuba, Cal, Linden of Grand Junction, Colorado, and Fred of Stuart, all of whom feel deeply the loss of a loving wife and sister. One who had known her many years wishes to say she was a noble woman, a friend to all who knew her, a real neighbor, and has never known to speak ill of any one. The funeral services, were held in Presbyterian Church in Stuart, Sunday, a very large congregation being in attendance. The Women's Relief Corps of which organization Mrs Miner was an honored member, was represented by a large number of the ladies, who were present and exemplified their beautiful and impressive burial service. Interment was made in Stuart Cemetery. Submitted by Doris Counts Miner, Elizabeth Keihl Elizabeth Keihl was born in Ohio, March 5,1842, and died at the home of her daughter, 12 miles northeast of Stuart, Jan 21,1919 at the age of 69 years, 10 months and 10 days. She was married in 1870 to George Miner and to them was born six children, W T Miner and Mrs Laura Mulford of Stuart, Mrs Eva Robertson of Brocksburg, Nebr, and Mrs Elva Jillson of Vermont, the other two having died in infancy. Mrs Miner came to this country in the early eighties. After the death of her husband she had made her home in Stuart except the last two years which were spent at the homes of her children. She was for many years a devout member of the Methodist Church and will be remembered as a good christian and a loving mother. Funeral services were held at the Fred Mulford Home Thursday, Jan 23, a large number of neighbors and friends being present. Interment was made in Stuart Cemetery. Submitted by Doris Counts Morgart, Ralph and Everett Stuart people will be grieved to learn of the death of Ralph and Everett Morgart who formerly lived in Stuart. Ralph was taking special training for his country in Kansas City, Mo and died in the army hospital there, Oct 12,1918. Interment was to be made in the cemetery in Kellogg, Iowa, the old home of the Morgart family. A few weeks later Everett died in Hamburg, Iowa, following a long siege of pneumonia, and was laid to rest beside his brother in Kellogg. Submitted by Doris Counts Munt, Harold D Harold D Munt who is well remembered by most Stuart folks died in Omaha, Sunday, Aug 10, death resulting from valvular heart trouble with which he had long been afflicted. Harold was born in Stuart, Oct 27,1900, and was 18 years, 9 months and 14 days old at the time of his demise. For some time past he had been almost wholly confined to his bed, and his death did not come as a surprise, as his family had known for some time that medical skill could give him no help. He was brought to Stuart this spring and spent some time in and near town, in the hope that the change might be beneficial, but obtaining no relief he returned to Omaha, where he had made his home since boyhood with his uncle, John Munt,Jr. He leaves to mourn his loss, his grandfather, John Munt, Sr of Omaha, and his two uncles, John of Omaha and William of Long Pine, together with their families. The body was brought to Stuart Tuesday and was laid to rest in the family plot at Stuart Cemetery. Funeral services having been held in Omaha, only a brief ceremony was held at the cemetery, in the presence of a few friends and neighbors. A profusion of beautiful flowers bespoke the regret of many friends at his untimely death. John Munt, Sr accompanied the body here from Omaha. Harold was an intelligent and likeable lad whose life was cut tragically short just when it should have been fullest of promise. Submitted by Doris Counts Norton, Harvey N George Norton received a telegram stating that his son, Harvey N, had died of wounds received at the first of the war, and was the first Stuart boy to go to France. He was the third Stuart boy to give his life in the cause of right. Submitted by Doris Counts Noziska, Frank RITES HELD FOR FRANK NOZISKA, 77 born in Marvia, Czechoslovakia on Nov 30,1899 Submitted by Doris Counts Papke, Minnie Wolff Mrs Minnie Popke (spelled both ways in paper), who has been in poor health for several months, died at her home in Stuart,Sunday, and was buried in Stuart Cemetery on Monday. She was born in West Prussia, Germany, in 1846 and came to America in 1872. She was married twice, first to a Mr Wolff and one son, Herman of Valentine, was born to them. Later, she was married to Fredrick Papke, and to this union a large family of children was born. Of these children, Mrs Frank Atkinson of Dustin, John Papke of Mariaville, Thomas Papke of Jordan, SD, together with the step children, Fred Papke of Glen, Nebr, Ed Papke of Waverly, Kan, Mrs Wm Atkinson of Modesto, Cal, are left to sincerely mourn her death. Mrs Papke, having come to this part of the west when it was new, had to endure all the hardships incident to the life of a pioneer. She was widowed about 20 years ago, but sturdily continued the fight alone, and was highly respected by all who knew her. She was of the Lutheran faith and lived a devout life. The funeral services were held in the Presbyterian church here, and was quite largely attended. Submitted by Doris Counts Peterson, baby The little babe of Mr and Mrs Earl Peterson, living near Pony Lake, died yesterday from influenza and was buried in the Stuart Cemetery today. Submitted by Doris Counts Peterson, Clara E Miss Clara Peterson died Wednesday at the home of her brother in Stuart following an attack of influenza. Interment will be in Stuart Cemetery Friday following private services at the house. Nov 14,1918 Stuart Advocate Clara E Peterson, daughter of Mr and Mrs Oscar Peterson, was born in Colfax County, Nebr, Aug 27,1887 and passed away at the home of her brother, Noah in Stuart, Nebr, Nov 6,1918 at the age of 31 years, 2 months and 10 days. She moved with her parents to Rock County in 1901, where she resided until the present year when she came to the home of her brother Noah, taking the place of a mother to his child whose mother died last winter. Miss Peterson was a woman of exceptional character, and was endowed with those qualities of charity, tolerance, and neighborly kindliness that we all revere. She took an interest and an active part in the work of the Red Cross and other auxiliary war activities and had made for herself during her brief residence here, an enviable place in the esteem of Stuart people who deeply regret her untimely death. Private funeral services were held at the residence, Friday, Nov 8, and interment was made in Stuart Cemetery. Submitted by Doris Counts Peterson, Georgia May Johnson Georgia May Johnson, daughter of Calvin Johnson, was born near Stuart, Nebr, June 14,1894. All of her brief life was spent near Stuart, death coming to her Dec 27,1917, her age being 23 and a half years. She was married to Noah J Peterson, Sept 1,1913, and was the mother of two children. The boy, Rollie, aged three, survives with the husband and was father, but the babe, a girl, preceeded its mother to the silent land by two days. Besides her husband and little son, she is survived by her father and five sisters. Funeral services were held at the home 11 miles south of Stuart, Saturday, and interment was made in Stuart Cemetery that afternoon. The sorrowing relatives have the heart felt sympathy of all in this, their hour of trouble, and many friends will also mourn with them her untimely death. Submitted by Doris Counts Poppelbaum, Herman Herman Poppelbaum, one of Stuart's oldest citizens, died Sunday, Dec 3,1916. Death occurred in the house near town, which he and the late Henry Hatelfinger had occupied for a number of years past, his death being due to the infirmaties of his advanced age. The deceased had been for many years a sort of recluse, and we have been unable to secure much information as to his life. He was born in Nurnberg, Province of Saxon, Kingdom of Prussia, but must have emigrated to this country when a young man. The following facts are gleaned from his discharge papers,where his name is given as Henry Poppelbaum. He enlisted as an artificer in Company I, First Regiment of Engineers, Missouri Volunteers, Sept 13,1861, to serve for three years or during the war, He was honorably discharged at East Point, Ga, Sept 28,1864. His occupation is given as that of blacksmith, and his age at the time of discharge as 33 years- much less than his age was supposed to be. He is not known to have any relatives in this country, though a nephew is believbed to be living in Prussia. Funeral services were held on Monday from Presbyterian Church. The GAR and WRC were represented by a few of their members to honor the departed comrade. Interment was made in Stuart Cemetery. Submitted by Doris Counts Pottorff, Samuel Lewis Samuel Lewis Pottorff was born in Harlan County, Nebr, Jan 28,1891, died in Stuart, Oct 22,1916, being but 25 years, 8 months and 28 days of age at the time of his death. When he was about 3 years old his parents moved to Iowa and he spent his boyhood inthat state. In 1911 he was united in marriage with Miss Martha Greeneberg of Kingsley, Iowa, moving to Nebr, nearly 3 years ago. One child, now about 3 years old, was born to them and lives to comfort the heart broken wife. Mr Pottorff was a member of the church of Latter Day Saints, the services were held in ME Church, here Tuesday. Interment was made in Stuart Cemetery. Besides the wife and child, Mr Pottorff leaves to mourn his loss, his father, mother, 3 brothers and 3 sisters. Submitted by Doris Counts Protivinsky, John RITES HELD FOR JOHN PROTIVINSKY born Jan 18,1926 O'Neill Submitted by Doris Counts Ramm, Christian Christian Ramm was born May 24,1852 in N?????, Germany. When at the age of 14 years, he came with his parents to America, and settled at Bankston, Dubuque Co, Iowa. In 1889 he was married to Margaret Manniein of A?, Iowa, and they made their home at that place. Mr Ramm devoted his time to the harness business, and later engaged in the implement business until the year 1900. He then moved with his family to Nebraska, settling on a farm at Petersburg, and later, in the year 1909, moved to Stuart, where he resided up to the time of his death, which occurred Feb 18,1919. He is survived by his wife, 7 children, Mrs Clara Lechtenburg of Grenville, Iowa, Joseph W Ramm of Stuart, Wagner John with the AEF and now stationed at Pittburg, Germany and Albert, Elizabeth, Theresia and Mary who live at home, and one brother of Farley, Iowa. Mr Ramm was a member of the CMPS at Petersburg. Funeral services were held Friday at the catholic church and interment made in catholic Cemetery. Mr Ramm was a man of good business judgement and leaves a large estate. He took a keen interest in questions of the day, especially those pertaining to the schools and government. Submitted by Doris Counts Randolph, William N and wife KILLS WIFE AND SELF AND WOUNDS DAUGHTER William N Randolph shot and killed his wife, wounded his 16 year old daughter and then ended his own life at their home 15 miles southeast of Long Pine early Tuesday morning. He shot his wife as she lay in bed, then shot his daughter. But when he found the latter had received only a flesh wound, he dressed the injury, helped her and another daughter to dress, and sent them to the home of Miss O'Keefe, a neighbor, telling them they would never see him alive again. Sheriff Leonard and County Attorney Curtis went to the scene and found Randolph dead. No inquest will be held. Randolph filed on a homestead in 1904. He recently had a lawsuit with a banker at Long Pine over some cattle and a real estate mortgage and fear that he would lose his land is believed to have prompted his act- Bassett dispatch to Omaha World Herald. Submitted by Doris Counts Recroft, Mary Alice Baxter Mary Alice Baxter was born at Thermar, Iowa, Feb 26,1877 and died at Norfolk, Dec 5,1918, at the age of 40 years, 9 months and 9 days.(that's the date in the paper). She was united in marriage to R A Recroft, Oct 28,1896 at Newport and lived there since their marriage until about a year ago, when they moved to Norfolk. Mrs Recroft who was a daughter of Mr and Mrs Thos Baxter and a sister of Mrs Monte Fuller, was well known to Stuart and Newport people for many years and her untimely death comes as a shock to them. She leaves her husband and son, father, mother, two brothers, two sisters, and a host of other relatives and friends to mourn her loss. The remains were brought to Stuart Friday and following a brief funeral services Saturday, interment was made in the Stuart Cemetery. Submitted by Doris Counts Reinheimer, Ave Marie born Oct 16,1925 Butte Submitted by Doris Counts Relag, Henry Henry Relag was born May 11,1848 at Orsnobrock, Hanover, Germany and died at the home of his uncle, H Brockman in Stuart, Oct 2,1918 at the age of 70 years, 4 months and 21 days.(that's the way it was in the paper) He came to America with Mr Brockman in 1875 and located at Richmond, Ind, living there until 1884 when he came to Nebr, taking a homestead in Keya Paha Coutny near the place that was later called Brocksburg. He sold his land in 1901 and moved with Mr Brockman to Stuart where he made his home until the time of his death. Mr Relag was a quiet unassuming man and a good citizen. Funeral services were held Oct 5 in St Boniface Catholic Church and interment was made in the Stuart Catholic Cemetery. Submitted by Doris Counts Reynoldson, James C born St Edward, 1939 Submitted by Doris Counts Risor, Milton Clyde Milton Clyde Risor was born in Warren County, Iowa, 1878, and died at his home 14 miles northwest of Stuart, March 2,1919 at the age of 41 years. When he was but a little child he moved with his parents to Cuming County, Nebr. He was united in marriage to Flora Estella Botts in 1900. He is survived by his wife, daughter Margaret, his parents, one sister Edith and six brothers, Arthur, Ray, George, Clarence of Norfolk, Bert of Omaha, and John of Stuart. All of the above relatives except the parents and brother Arthur, were present at the funeral which was held in Stuart Presbyterian Church, Wednesday, March 5. Submitted by Doris Counts Roberts, Harry Fillmore Harry Fillmore Roberts was born June 3,1892 at Washington, Washington County, Kansas and died at Camp Cody, Deming, New Mexico, May 20,1918, being 25 years, 11 months and 12 days of age. At the age of 8 years he moved with his parents to Council Grove, Kansas, where he resided until April 1909, when the family moved to Stuart, Nebr. He graduated from the Stuart high school in 1911 and the following year attended the Wesleyan U in Lincoln. After that time he lived with his parents on the farm west of Stuart until April 15,1917 when he answered the call of his country, being one of the first three to volunteer from here. He was stationed at Fort Crook, Nebr, until Aug 22,1917 when he was moved to Camp Cody, Deming, NM. He leaves to mourn his loss, his father, mother, three brothers, Leonard A, Lester W, and Clyde, all of Stuart, Nebr. Harry's mother and brother, Cyde were with him at the time of his death and accompanied the body back to Stuart, arriving here last Thursday. A great crowd of friends and a detail of the Home Guards and WRC were at the depot when the body arrived and escorted the sorrowing ones to their home. The funeral services were held in the Stuart Auditorium Friday, May 21. The Stuart Home Guards, all in uniform, conducted this as a military funeral, members of that organization acted as pall bearers and stood guard beside the bier. Volleys were fired across the grave at the cemetery, the bugle sounded taps and the world, the war and time for Harry, had ceased to be. Submitted by Doris Counts Runnels, Albert Albert Runnels was born on a farm near Red Oak, Iowa, March 10,1883, and died at his home near Dustan, Nov 26,1918 at the age of 35 years, 8 months and 16 days. He was married to Mrs Irene Powell in 1804, leaving Red Oak the same year for Perkin County, Nebr, going from there to Iowa, from Iowa to Wis then back to Iowa and in 1909 to Holt County, Nebr. His step children, Gladys and Arthur were as dear to him as his own three, Orman, Hila and Ina Bernidean, who with the exception of Ina, who died in infancy are left with Mrs Runnels to mourn the loss of a king and loving father and husband. He also leaves his father, step mother, four sisters and five brothers. He was a member of the Baptist church and a leader in good works for church and community. After private services at the home Thanksgiving Day, interment was made in Stuart Cemetery. Submitted by Doris Counts Sachs, Susanna Thursday of last week occurred the death of Mrs Susanna Sachs, at the home of her daughter, Adeline Oppenlander, in Stuart. She had been suffering for some time past from a cancerous growth, to which her death was due. Mrs Sachs was 71 years old, and was born in Southern Russia. She came to America 28 years ago, and for the past 20 years has made her home in Stuart. She was well educated and a lover of the beautiful, as well as a natural musician. Perhaps because the change of country and language was made so late in life, she made but few acquaintances, and to many Stuart people she was compartively unknown until her death. Funeral services were held in Methodist Church, Sunday, Interment was made in Stuart Cemetery. Mrs Gretschmann and daughter of Gregory, SD, were present for the last services. Mrs Gretschmann is the only sister of the deceased in America. Two sisters still live in Russia, and a brother in Armenia. Submitted by Doris Counts St Randall, Mr While at a sale last Saturday on the Nick LaFrenz farm between Sparta and Verdigris, it was reported that by some boys that they had seen what they believed to be a man hanging to the rafters in a claim shanty near by the place owned by P H St Randall. After the sale several men went over to investigate, when to their horror they discovered a man hanging by the neck, his hair and beard had dropped to the floor, and nothing but skin and bones remained, indicated that he had been there for several months. It was the body of St Randall who went away last April, from the neighborhood saying that he intented to seek work and perhaps leave the country. It is believed that he never left but returning nailed the doors and drew down the curtain, and ended his life by the rope, where the body has remained all summer and winter. St Randall was a bachelor about 45. -- Stuart Ledger. Submitted by Doris Counts Sangster, William Word was received in Stuart Wednesday, that William Sangster had died in a hospital at Hot Springs, SD, Tuesday, and that the body was being brought to Stuart for interment. A number of his old friends were at the train and escorted the body to the Cleveland Church, where services were held Wednesday, Mr Sangster was a pioneer of this section, having come to Stuart about 30 years ago. He engaged in the livestock and ranch business, and was for a short time in the general merchandise business in Stuart, with Taft Brothers. A number of years ago, he moved with his family to the north country, near Jamison, where he has since made his home. A few weeks ago he had an attack of what was thought to be lumbago, but he continued about his work until last Friday, when he was in Naper with stock. He was in Naper agin Saturday, but on Sunday he was so much worse that one of his sons and a neighbor, Tom Paine, accompanied him to Hot Springs for treatment. Death resulted from coma, Tuesday. Mr Sangster leaves a wife and six sons and many other relatives and friends to mourn his untimely death. A large number of old neighbors and friends were present at the funeral to show their sympathy and esteem. He was about 58 years of age at the time of his death. Submitted by Doris Counts Sargisson, Mrs Payne Mrs Payne Sargisson, wife of the owner of the big ranches near Stuart, died in a hospital in Sioux City last week after a lingering illness. Submitted by Doris Counts Schafe, Ivan Ivan the only son of Henry Schafe, died on Friday 26th of March, after a short illness caused by La Grippe. A large concourse of neighbors and friends followed the remains to their last resting place at Chambers Cem. Deceased was 3 years, 5 months old. He leaves a mother, father and one sister. Submitted by Doris Counts Schmitt, Mary Dedlow Mary Dedlow was born near Plainview, Nebr, Aug 21,1879 and died at her home northeast of Stuart, April 14,1919, at the age of 39 years, 5 months and 23 days. She was united in marriage with George F Schmitt at Plainview, Jan 26,1914 and was the mother of 9 children, one of whom died at birth. (that's what the paper said) Mrs Schmitt was an earnest Christian woman, a good wife and mother, and her untimely death comes as a blow to her husband and 8 little children who survive her. The remains were taken to Osmond, Nebr, her former home, for burial, and interment was made in the Catholic Cemetery there, Thursday,April 17. Mr Schmitt and family have the sympathy of the entire community in their bereavement. Submitted by Doris Counts Schrad, Elizabeth Olberding Mrs Olberding, received the sad intelligence early Sunday from Sioux City, that her daughter, Mrs Elizabeth Schrad, had died suddenly following an attack of pneumonia. Mrs Olberding and her son Louis, went to Sioux City Sunday and brought the body to Stuart for interment. Mrs Schrad was bereft fo her husband about four years ago and came to Stuart soon after his death, bringing her family of four little children with her. She made her home here until about two years ago when she bought an interest in a business in Sioux City, and made her home there up to the time of her death. Her children had recently been suffering from an attack of the measles and she was worn out from taking care of them so she was in no condition to withstand the illness which resulted in her death. Funeral services were held in St Boniface Catholic Church Wednesday and interment was made in Stuart Cemetery. Submitted by Doris Counts Schrader, Gustave TRAGEDY AT ATKINSON Atkinson had a shooting affair last Saturday and Gustav Schrader is now in his grave. Schrader, who was 53 years old, went to the home of his former wife, who had been divorced from him, and after firng two shots at her and thinking she was dead blew out his own brains. A report of the affair from Atkinson says: Some months ago Mrs Schraader secured a divorce from her husband, owing to his excessive drinking and abuse of his family. The mother and children have made and kept the home, the boys working and providing for the home, while the father has lived alone. The man insisted on being taken back into the home, and frequently threatened that if the wife did not allow him to come back they would go out of the world together. He finally became so troublesome that a warrant was issued for his arrest, and the sheriff went to where he was rooming to place him in custody and take him to the county seat. The sheriff served notice on the man early in the morning and he immediately dressed and went to the home of the family where he found the mother with three little girls. He walked into the kitchen and asked a question about going to O'Neill, then he quickly drew a revolver and fired at his wife. The bullet only grazed her arm, as she threw it up to shield her face, but she dropped to the floor from fright as though she were dead. Schrader fired another shot at his wife, to make sure that he had killed her, but this time the bullet went wide of the mark. With the mother were the three little girls, nine, 11 and 13 years of age, but he did not attempt to molest them. Mrs Schrader had swooned as the result of her fright, and after he had fired the second time the room was so filled with smoke that he was sure he had succeeded in his purpose. He then passed into the dining room and the children rushed to close the door. The mother, recovering consciousness about this time, and realizing the need of action, arose and helped to hold the door closed. The man asked through the door if the wife was dead, but received no reply. Concluding from this that she was gone, he went into the next room, lay down on the bed and put a bullet through his head. Two sons, 17 and 18 years of age, who had gone to work some time before in the gravel pit, were notified of the tragedy by the youngest child who came running to them screaming that her mother was shot. They came immediately and were rejoiced to find that their mother had escaped with her life. One witness saw the man approach the house and heard the reports of the weapon, and at once called others, but as everything was quiet in the house by the time they reached it, they did not go to the door but hastened for the sheriff, who arrived with in ten minutes of the tragedy, and he found the body as above stated. The coroner was notified and an inquest held, the verdict being that the man came to his death from a revolver shot fired by his own hand. Schrader was a German, and formerly a good, kind hearted man, but he had become debased through the excessive use of liquor. Mrs Schraader is a hard working, worthy woman. (report had Schrader spelled both ways) Submitted by Doris Counts Seger, Mary Imelda McVay Mary Imelda McVay was born Dec 2,1883 at Worthington, Iowa, was united in marriage with M J Seger, May 1,1902 at New Hampton, Iowa, and died at her home in Stuart, March 15,1919, at the age of 35 years, 3 months and 13 days. She was the mother of 11 children, 2 of whom died in infancy,leaving 9- Charlotte, Gernio, Helen, Wilfred, Alfred, Edgar, Arthur, Ruth, and baby Frederic, together with her husband, to mourn her death. She also has two sisters, Mrs Gearhart of Montecello, Iowa, and Mrs Lingo of Red Oak, Iowa and 3 brothers, Fred of Cedar Rapids, Iowa, Dell who lives at Montecello, Iowa and Arthur who is a resident of Salt Lake City. The death of Mrs Seger comes as a shock to her family, and the neighbors and friends, all of whom feel a sense of personal loss. Funeral services were held Monday in St Boniface Catholic Church,of which the deceased was a devout member. A large number of relatives and friends were in attendance at the funeral and accompanied all that was mortal of this departed friend to the last resting place in Stuart Catholic Cemetery. Submitted by Doris Counts Senteny, baby The three week old son of Mr and Mrs Jack Senteny died Thursday and was laid to rest in the Stuart Cemetery Saturday. The little one had not been well from birth. Submitted by Doris Counts Shane, Ulysses Grant LIGHTNING BOLD KILLS U G SHANE About five o'clock on Tuesday evening, U G Shane was struck by lightning and instantly killed while at work in the hay field just west of his house, about 8 miles northwest of Stuart. Mr Shane was on a hay sweep, and had just delivered a sweep load to the stacker and was backing away when the flash came that ended his life. Rodman Vanderbeek was helping with the work, and was driving the stacker team and Clarence Scott, a young man from Lincoln, was on the stack. Mr Vanderbeek was not particularly affected by the lightning, but young Scott was knocked down by the concussion, but was not injured.. They both hurried to Mr Shane, but he was dead when they reached his side, and his face turned black at once as a result of the awful force. The bolt struck Mr Shane on the top of the head, tearing his hat to atoms, burned a furrow through his hair back of the left ear, lacerated the flash on the left shoulder, burned a large blister on the muscle of the left arm, and followed down the left leg to the shoe which was torn to bits on the outer side. Mr Shane was using a sweep with a foot guide attachments and it is evident that his left food was on the steering apparatus, forming a circuit through which the current passed to the ground. The teams were not injured but were badly frightened, and added to the confusion by running away and destroying the stacker. The lightning set Mr Shane's clothing on fire but the flame was extinguished without damage. A number of neighbors congregated and took the body to the house where it was prepared for burial. Relatives were notified and a brother, JM Shane of Lincoln, arrived Wednesday and will make arrangements for the funeral which will be held at the home northwest of Stuart, Friday. Sept 7,1916 Stuart Advocate Ulysses Grant Shane was born at Denton, Nebr, Oct the 28th, 1866, was instantly killed by lightning on his farm northwest of Stuart, Aug 29,1916, being 49 years and 10 months of age. He came to Stuart in 1905 and was united in marriage with Miss Anna Jauernig, Nov 22,1905. Four children have been born to them, 3 of whom with the wife and mother, live to mourn his loss. Mr Shane was a good citizen, a good neighbor, a good husband and father. He was a member of the Methodist Church and always took a deep interest in religious matters. His untimely death came as a blow to his family and friends, who can hardly yet realize that he will never again respond in his cheery way to their greeting. Beside the wife and children, Mr Shane is survived by two sisters and three brothers, Mrs Carson and Mrs Sherrill of Limon, Colorado, A Shane of Golden, Colorado, L A Shane of Denver, Colorado and J M Shane of Denton, Nebr, only the last of whom was able to be present at the funeral. The funeral services were held at the family residence Friday, A large number of friends and neighbors were present at this service, thus showing their esteem for the dead and sympathy for the bereft. Interment was made in Stuart Cemetery. Submitted by Doris Counts Sladek, Mabel Raymer RITES HELD FOR MABEL SLADEK, 64 born Oct 25,1912, Atkinson Submitted by Doris Counts Smith, Marjorie Mae Ratliff born May 10,1920 Atkinson Submitted by Doris Counts Smith, Richard Calvin We print the following obituary of Richard Calvin Smith as it appeared in the Tribune of Powell, Wyoming, under date of April 4th: The influenza malady remains with us, and this week the Tribune has a very unfortunate death to record as a result of its ravages. Richard Smith, 28 years of age, living on one of the project farms in the neighborhood of the Star school house, east of Powell, died at 10 o'clock Wednesday night and his remains now lie at the local morgue in readiness for burial at such time as his parents may be able to arrive from Stuart, Nebr, and others of his siters and brothers can get here. The wife of the deceased who had been employed as teacher at the Star School, is lying so ill with the same disease that her life hangs in the balance. Richard Calvin Smith, familiarly known by his neighbors and friends as Dick Smith, was one of the prosperous and hard working farmers of the neighborhood in which he resided. He was a native of Wheeler, Iowa, and came here about 4 years ago to make his home and fortune in the growing Powell country. Since coming here he had married an excellent woman from Nebraska, Ruth Larson, and with her capable assistance they had begun to prosper and had but recently purchased additional acreage to increase the size of their farm. But a week ago they were taken ill with influenza, which was to leave their home so robbed of its hopes and prospects. The bereaved brothers and sisters and parents of this young manb certainly have the sincere sympathy of all the community in carrying this heavy load of sorrow, and that the young wife of the deceased man may recover is the heart felt wish of all. Besides the afflicted wife and the parents, Mr and Mrs Abraham Smith of Stuart, there are left to mourn the loss of this good young man, four sisters, and four brothers, namely; Mrs W C Wilkins of Powell, Mrs Belle Woods of Regina, Canada, Mrs Maude Shank of Tucson, Ariz, Mrs Ivo Burke, Merton and Walter Smith of Stuart, Otto Smith of Powell and Paul Smith formerly of Powell but now employed as a ranch foreman in the Greybull valley near Meeteetse. Submitted by Doris Counts Spillman, baby A little baby was born to Mr and Mrs Lee Spillman at the home of Mrs Spillman's sister, Mrs Clyde Lane in Stuart, Oct 9, that did not live to gladden their home. The little baby was buried in Stuart Cem, this afternoon. Submitted by Doris Counts Stanton, Chuck born Dec 29,1955 Denver, Colorado Submitted by Doris Counts Staub, Claudina W Struve born Oct 29,1919 Manning, Iowa Submitted by Doris Counts Stoleparts, Charles Charles Stolepart, one of the strongest men in this section of the state, whose home was southwest of Newport, succumbed to pneumonia following influenza last Friday and was buried at Newport Tuesday. Submitted by Doris Counts Stone, Hannah McConnell Hannah McConnell was born Sept 27,1867 in the state of Penn, and died at her home in Stuart, Nebr, June 17,1919, being aged 51 years, 9 months and 20 days. She was united in marriage to Guy A Stone, Nov 26,1890 at Plainview, Nebr, To this union two daughters were born, the younger preceding her mother in infancy to the Far Country. The elder daughter, Mrs Guy B Paradise lives near Stuart. Mrs Stone was a faithful wife, and loving mother and will be sadly missed. She became a member of the M E Church in early life and had always remained a faithful worker. Funeral services were held at Crawford Valley M E Church, two miles southwest of Plainview, Friday, June 20 and interment was made in the cemetery near that place. A very large congregation was in attendance, showing the esteem in which the deceased was held. Submitted by Doris Counts Stuart, Orlando "Little Buster" The people of Stuart were deeply grieved last Saturday to receive word from Omaha that Orlando, the little son of Mr and Mrs Merrill Stuart, had died in a hospital there, following an operation to relieve an infected limb. "Little Buster" as he was lovingly called, had been sick but a few days and the trouble did not localize enough so that its exact nature could be determined until Friday when it was thought best to take him to a hospital for an operation. Mr and Mrs Stuart accompanied by Dr Ganaway, took him to Omaha that afternoon. He was operated on the next day, but could not withstand the shock. The little body was brought to Stuart Sunday and taken to the home that was no more to hear his childish prattle. The funeral services were held in the Methodist Church Mondayk Interment was made in Stuart Cemetery. Little Orlando was born June 17,1913 and died Sept 14,1918, being little more than five years old. He was one of the dearest little flowers ever loaned bythe Father above to grace a home and his heart broken parents have the profound sympathy of the entire community in this sorrow. Submitted by Doris Counts Sutherland, George Uncle George Sutherland, a former well known citizen of Stuart and probably the oldest man in Nebraska, died at the home of Frank Stracke in Naper, Saturday, May 3,1919. His exact age, was not definitely known, but was about one hunderd and twelve or fifteen years. Mr Sutherland was born in northern Scotland and came to America when a boy, going into the servies of the Hudson Bay Fur Company. He was married about 50 years ago in Minnesota to Miss Mary J Wilson, and moved to Nebraska a little later. They were childless and after the death of Mrs Sutherland in Soldier, Iowa, about 7 years ago, Uncle George came back to Stuart and since that time made his home here and in Naper. Mr Sutherland had no relatives in this country except his brothers-in-law, George and Levi Wilson. Funeral services were held in Naper Methodist Church Sunday and burial in Naper Cemetery. Submitted by Doris Counts Thies, Mrs August Mrs August Theis died early Monday at a hospital in Norfolk, following a surgical operation. Funeral services were held at Altona, 10 miles from Pilger Wednesday. Mrs Theis is survived by her husband and 8 children, all of whom were at the funeral. Submitted by Doris Counts Thomson, Andrew L Andrew L Thomson was born Dec 24,1846 at Long Grove, Scott County, Iowa, and died at his home 16 miles southwest of Stuart, Sept 26,1917, his age being 70 years, 9 months and 3 days at the time of his demise. He was a son of Hugh M and Jean Robertson Thomson, and was united in marriage March 13,1873 to Jean Crawford Robertson. Mr Tomson and his family came to this part of Nebraska many years ago, and made their home near Dora Lake, southwest of Stuart. He served his country during the Civil War, and was a member of the Grand Army of the Republic. We do not have available the records of his company or the length of service. Mr Thomson had suffered for a long time with neuralgia of the muscles of the face, and had undergone numerous operations to relieve the trouble. He was never free from pain, and death was to him a welcome relief. He was a man of upright character, a good citizen, neighbor and friend. Besides his widow, he leaves to mourn his loss three children, Mary E Mulford of Dinuba, Cal; Myrtle Gorball of Rose, Nebr, and his son, John, who has remained at the family home. He also had 9 grandchildren. Besides these,a sister, Mrs Jeanie Lang of Brooklyn, Iowa; a brother, Hugh of Moville, Iowa; a sister, Anie Martie of Long Groove, Iowa and a brother John R of Earlham, Iowa, who was present at his death. Funeral services were held in Prebyterian Church here Friday, Sept 28 and interment was made in Stuart Cemetery. Submitted by Doris Counts Troshynski, John Edward "Swede" son of August Troshynski Submitted by Doris Counts Vondra, Nellie Kinney Nellie Kinney was born in the village of Newport, Rock County, Nebr, April 11,1899 and departed this life Nov 17,1918, aged 19 years, 7 months and 6 days. She was united in marriage to Jos M Vondra, Dec 22,1917, and at the time of her death, her husband could not be located as he was with the U S Army ready for embarkation when last heard from and it is presumed he is now at sea. She leaves her husband, father, mother, four sisters, one brother, besides a host of friends and relatives to mourn her loss. Nellie was a sweet christian girl, and died in the faith of Christ. We understand that she, with her husband were homesteading a claim in Wyoming when he was called to the colors. After his departure she came home to be near her mother and friends. Funeral services were held on the porch and lawn at the home of her parents, Mr and Mrs Frank Kinney, Monday, and interment was made in the Newport Cemetery, a large number of relatives and friends being in attendance. Thus briefly, the history of one life is written, but in the minds and hearts of her friends are cherished many unwritten pages of beautiful memories. Having been born, lived and died in the same neighborhood, she was known and loved by all, and each feels an individual loss. The circumstances at the time of her death were particularly pathetic. The absence of her husband, the enfeebled condition of her father who was just recoving from a severe illness, making it impossible for him to attend the funeral, brought expressions of sympathy from everyone present. Submitted by Doris Counts Wedige, Anna Anna, aged 14 years, the second daughter of Mr and Mrs Joseph Wedige, died at the home of her parents, southeast of Stuart, Sunday, April 20,1919, following a lingering illness. She had not been well for several years and had been practically bedfast since October. Little Anne leaves besides her parents, six brothers and sisters, to cherish her memory. Funeral services in St Boniface Church Tuesday and interment in Catholic Cemetery. Submitted by Doris Counts Wertz, John Wesley DEATH CALLS J W WERTZ Stuart lost one of its pioneer residents and respected citizens in the death of John Wesley Wertz, which occurred at his home here Saturday, July 14,1917. He was born in Wayne County, Ohio, near Wooser, Jan 2, 1852 and at the time of his death was 65 years, six months and 12 days old. When he was in his fifth year his parents moved to Iowa, settling near Millersburg, about 45 miles west of Iowa City, which was at that time the terminus of the railroad. Here they lived until 1863, when the family moved into Keokuk County, where his early manhood was spent. In the spring of 1880 Mr Wertz came to join his two brothers, who had settled in Holt County in 1879 and took up a homestead. In the spring of 1883 he went to O'Neill where he acted in the dual capacity of postmaster and local editor of the Frontier, until the latter part of December. Having received offer of a better salary, he came to Stuart, where he entered a lumberyard in the employment of Barnett and Fries, remaining there until 1886. Feeling the call of journalism once more, he purchased a half interest in the Stuart Ledger, from Col Ketcham, and a few months later became sole owner of the plant. He owned the Ledger for ten years, before disposing of it to other parties. He was appointed postmaster here in 1892 and served a little more than one term. The Spanish American War having broken out, in the spring of 1898, he assisted in raising Co M of the Third Nebraska volunteers, of which he was elected second lieutenant. With the company he was sent to Florida and later to Cuba, and was mustered out with them May 11,1899. In the spring of 1800 he received his appointment as postmaster here and served for twelve years. On leaving the postoffice in 1912, he devoted himself to the insurance and real estate business, which, despite ill health, he continued until his death. Feb 26,1902 he was united in marriage to Miss Jessie Stuart, who with three children survives to mourn his loss. Although bedfast for the greater part of the last two years of his life, he continued to look after his business, and knowing that he could not recover, placed his affairs in the best possible shape. He was a man greatly respected not only by the people of Stuart but also throughout this section where he was well known. A good husband, kind father, and true friend, his death, while not unexpected, is keenly felt by all who knew him. The beautiful floral offerings as well as the large attendance at the funeral, testified in a measure the esteem in which he was held. Services were held in the Presbyterian Church Tuesday, July 17, interment was made in Stuart Cemetery. The community mourns with the bereft family the loss of one who for 34 years has been identified with our life and enterprises. Submitted by Doris Counts Wintermote, John The sad intelligence of the death of John Wintermote of Amador, Iowa, was received by his son, John on Thursday. The death occurred at the advanced age of 74 years on the 27 of heart trouble. The news came with great sorrow to the sons here, Martin and John. He was in front of the house cutting wood when the death messenger came. The faithful wife saw him fall and hastened to his side, but the life had ebbed away. Submitted by Doris Counts Wright, Bud born March 23,1933 rural Ewing Hodgin, Dorothy Bellinger Died Nov. 30, 2008, age 82 |