Columbus Journal, January 13, 1909
MARRIED
SEIPP-WOLF--John Seipp and Miss Clara Wolf were married last Wednesday evening at 7:30 o'clock. The wedding ceremony took place at the bride's home on east Fourteenth street, and was witnessed by only a few relatives and friends. Both the bride and groom are well known in this city as they have spent most of their lives in Columbus. For several months the groom has been engaged in the oil business, and at the present time is running the city oil wagon. The bride is the only daughter of Mrs. Rosena Wolf, whose many friends will wish she and her husband much success and happiness. Mr. and Mrs. Seipp will reside with the bride's mother in her residence on east Fourteenth street for the present.CAIN-DUNNING--Monday January 4th, at the Episcopal parsonage, by Rev. Hamilton, Arthur Garfield Cain of Ft. Pierre, N.D., and Miss Elberta, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. W.E. Dunning. The newly wedded couple will visit different points for a time and be at home at Ft. Pierre after April 1st. The News-Journal extends hearty congratulations. [Fullerton.]
BEETEM-EVERETT--Ben F. Beetem and Mrs. Lucy Everett were married at Columbus on Wednesday of last week, County Judge Ratterman performing the ceremony in the presence of Miss Catherine Cain, of O'Neil, and Miss Kathleen Ryan, of that city. Mr. and Mrs. Beetem returned to Central City that evening. Both young people are well known here and have many friends to wish them happiness and prosperity. [Central City.]
NEWTON-FITZGERALD--Chas. Newton, formerly of Monroe, but now of Axtell, Neb., and Miss Mary Fitzgerald of Columbus, were married at that place Wednesday of this week. Chas. was a former Monroe boy, but moved to Axtell, where he is in partnership with D.F. Slayton in the meat market business. Mr. and Mrs. Newton went to Axtell, where they will make their future home. [Monroe.]
DIED
ZUMBRUNN--Mrs. Elizabeth Zumbrunn passed away at her home in this city Saturday after noon at 3 o'clock, death resulting from causes peculiar to old age. Deceased was born at Ringgenberg, Switzerland, December 20, 1828, and was at the time of her death eighty years and twenty days old. In 1850 she was married to John Zumbrunn, who died in 1903. Mrs. Zumbrunn, accompanied by her husband came to Nebraska many years ago, and settled on a farm in Grand Prairie township, where she resided until two years ago when she came to this city, where she has since resided with her son John. The deceased was the mother of nine children, all boys, five of these died when quite young. The surviving members of the family are, Christ, a Nance county farmer, Mathew, a resident of Madison, Peter and John of this city. Mrs. Zumbrunn was the proud grandmother of eleven grandchildren and two great-grand children. Just a few days previous to her death a number of relatives and friends gathered at her home and tendered her a surprise party in honor of her eightieth birthday and at this time was seemingly enjoying good health for a lady her age, and news of her death came somewhat as a surprise to her many acquaintances. The funeral was held Tuesday afternoon from the German Reformed church, Rev. Neumarker officating, and interment was made in the Columbus cemetery.RHODEHORST--Margaret Dorothy Catherine Rhodehorst, aged 17 years, died at the family residence north of Columbus, Sunday January 10, death resulting from a complication of diseases. She was born in Humphrey September 16, 1891, and her parents later moved to the home farm where she died. For some time Miss Rhodehorst was attending the York Commercial college, and when home on her Thanksgiving vacation her sister was taken sick, necessitating her remaining here. Soon after this she was taken with the illness that resulted in her death. Besides her parents she leaves one brother and three sisters. Funeral services will be held Thursday at 1 p.m. from the residence and at 2:30 from the German Lutheran church, Rev. Meissler conducting the services.
BREED--Alonzo Breed, who for the past few months has been suffering from acute dropsy, passed away at his home in west Columbus Thursday. The deceased has been a resident of this city for the past twenty-five years, coming to this city in 1884, where he and his estimable wife have since resided. Mr. Breed was born in Essex county, New York, Nov. 20th, 1831, where he resided until the civil war broke out, he then enlisted in Company A. Twentieth New York Infantry, where he served four years of active service. In February 1866, one year after the close of the war, he was united in the holy bonds of matrimony to Miss Bennett, to this union two children were born, namely, Charles T. Breed of Cedar Rapids, Iowa, and Mrs. Charles Johnson of this city, who with their aged mother survive the deceased. During the first few years of his residence in this city Mr. Breed was engaged in the dray business, but of late years he has been unable to perform heavy work. The funeral was held Sunday afternoon from the family residence, Rev. Roush pastor of the M.E. church officiating, and burial was made in the Columbus cemetery.
ALLISON--Word was received here last week from Mesa, Ariz., that Mrs. Henry Allison, formerly of this vicinity, was dead. Cause of death, paralysis. [Creston.]
BECKWITH--Howard Melvin, youngest son of Mr. and Mrs. W.E. Beckwith, died December 30, at Lincoln, Neb., from a severe attack of pneumonia. The little fellow was born July 6, 1906, and was two years, five months and twenty-four days old at the time of his death. He was brought to Oconee for burial and the funeral was held from the Presbyterian church at that place on Saturday, January 2, being conducted by Rev. David T. Miller, jr., of the Presbyterian church, and interment was in the Friends cemetery west of Monroe. [Monroe.]
Columbus Journal, January 20, 1909
MARRIED
WINEY-WALKER--The wedding of Elmer Leroy Winey of Lincoln, and Miss Eva Walker of this city, Father Marcellinus officiating, was solemnized at eleven o'clock Wednesday morning. The home was beautifully decorated in cut flowers and as the last strains of a wedding march were ended the bride and groom found their places beneath a wedding bell composed of bride's roses. The bride was beautifully gowned in white and carried bride roses and was given away by her uncle, Gene Condon. Immediately after the ceremony a buffet luncheon was served. The groom is well known in this city, as some time ago he was employed in the Gray shoe store, but for the past several months has been employed in the same line of work at Lincoln. The bride is the only daughter of Mrs. Jennie Walker, and her many friends will wish her and her husband much joy and happiness. Mr. and Mrs. Winey departed this afternoon for Denver, after which they will go to Lincoln, where they will reside.JENNINGS-BARNWELL--Married, Saturday at the home of the bride in St. Edward, Rev. Lang officiating, Mr. Roy Jennings to Miss Ila Barnwell. Mr. Jennings is a son of A.M. Jennings formerly of this city, and is an engineer with the Burlington road in Omaha, in which city the happy young couple will make their home. The Journal with a host of other old-time friends tenders congratulations with best wishes for long life, happiness and prosperity.
SIDELL-HEDWIGER--Miss Anna Hedwiger of the Island in Polk county and Ben F. Sidell of St. Paul were married at Columbus last Monday. [Silver Creek.]
CROUCH-CROSBY--Earl Crouch, son of Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Crouch of this place, was married New Years day to a Miss Crosby at DeNair, Cali. Earl is a Boone county boy and has a great many friends who extend to him and his bride their best wishes. They will make their home at DeNair, where he has been engaged in business for some time. [Albion.]
DIED
ANDERSON--Willis E. Anderson passed away at his home on North Olive street Saturday afternoon, death resulting from a complication of diseases. Mr. Anderson had been in ill health for a number of years, but for the past several months had been feeling better, so much so that during the past few months he has been employed by A. Dussell & Son as book-keeper which position he held at the time of his death. Ten days previous to his death he was taken suddenly ill and removed to his home, where he was confined until death relieved him of his suffering. Mr. Anderson was born in Iowa, December 13, 1857, and was at the time of his death fifty-one years, one month and sixteen days old. The deceased came to Nebraska in 1882, settling in Columbus, where two years later he was married to Miss Engle, who then resided with her parents on a farm near Columbus. To this union three children, all boys, were born, Alex, Robert and Edward, who with their mother survive their father and husband. During Mr. and Mrs. Anderson's married life they traveled extensively, but returned to Columbus often. They returned to this city about two years ago, where they have since resided. Mr. Anderson was an active member of three lodges, the Odd Fellows, Ancient Order of United Workmen, and Masons, the last named lodge took charge of the ceremony at the grave. The funeral was held Monday afternoon, Rev. Roush, pastor of the M.E. church officiating and interment was made in the Columbus cemetery. Relatives who attended the funeral from out of town were, Mrs. F.O. Gatz of O'Neill, Robert Hail of South Dakota, and George Engel of Clarks.CZAPLA--After a two weeks' illness, Mrs. Victoria Czapla, wife of Joseph Czapla, died last Wednesday afternoon at the family home on East Sixth street. Mrs. Czapla was born in Austria sixty-four years ago, and came with her husband to Polk county thirty-six years ago, settling on a farm. Two years ago they moved to Columbus, which has since been their home. Besides her husband, she leaves five sons and five daughters, the youngest son, Adolph, being in business on Eleventh street. Funeral services were held Saturday at St. Bonaventura church and interment was in the Catholic cemetery.
SMYER--Carrie, the little four year old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. John Smyer, died last Friday evening, after a short illness with diphtheria. The funeral which was held Saturday, was private on account of the disease, and burial was in the Friends cemetery. At present the home is free from the dread disease and the quarantine will be raised Friday. [Monroe.]
GREISEN--The people of St. Anthony and vicinity were sadly shocked when the unwelcome news became known last Tuesday morning that Peter, the third eldest son of Mr. and Mrs. Henry Greisen, sr., had died, after a short illness. The deceased was taken ill about seven days before his death with an ordinary cold, which quickly developed into pneumonia. Medical aid was summoned from Platte Center and Columbus, and a sister of Charity from St. Mary's hospital was secured as a trained nurse, but science and the best of attention could not prevail against the treacherous disease, and death claimed this young life on Tuesday, January 12th, 1909, at 7 o'clock, a.m. Peter Greisen, jr., was born February 23, 1890. He was a good young man in the truest and noblest sense of that word. Always industrious and obedient, and ever anxious and willing to mind his work cheerfully and without complaint, he held a high place in the affections of his parents and brothers and sisters. The funeral was held Thursday morning from St. Anthony's church, and his remains were laid to rest beside those of his grandparents and his brother Max. Six companions of the departed young man acted as pall bearers, as follows: Joseph Gronenthal, Nick Mausbach, Frank Krings, Henry Schmidt, Willie Schmidt and Herman Krings. Besides his parents the deceased left to mourn his untimely loss the following brothers and sisters: Mrs. Theresia Berndt, Frank, Mrs. Annie Gilsdorf, John, Sophia, Phillip, Jacob, Hilarius and Lena. [Platte Center.]
Columbus Journal, January 27, 1909
BIRTHS
STONE--We learned too late to mention in last week's Signal that a son was born on Sunday, January 10, to Dr. and Mrs. J.L. Stone, of Trumbull, Neb. Mrs. Stone was formerly May Considine, of this place. [Platte Center.]MARRIED
SHIELDS-WENBERG--Married, at Omaha, January 14th, 1909, Mr. Charles Shields of Genoa, to Miss Emma Wenberg, of Red Oak, Iowa. The bride was formerly a resident of Nance county, having made her home with her brother on a farm near Fullerton. The groom is a well known resident of Nance county, and is engaged in the real estate business here. [Genoa.]DIED
HINMAN--Last Wednesday evening Mrs. A.D. Hinman of St. Edward was brought to St. Mary's hospital for an operation, but upon her arrival here her condition was so much improved that the contemplated operation was postponed. But during the night there was a sudden change for the worse and she died Thursday morning. Mrs. Hinman was born June 21, 1856, in Illinois, her maiden name being Penfield, and she was married to Mr. Hinman in 1880. When they first came to Nebraska they resided at Humphrey, where Mr. Hinman was in the drug business, but fifteen years ago they moved to St. Edward. Besides her husband, three children survive her, Maud and Edna residing at St. Edward, and Harry, who is in the grain business at Burwell. She was taken to St. Edward for burial, the funeral services being held Sunday.SPEICE--After months of suffering, Mrs. C.A. Speice, one of the pioneers of this city, died Sunday evening at the family home at Sixth and G street. Catherine Becher was born in Pilsen, Bohemia, Oct. 4, 1839. With the family she left her native land and emigrated to America in 1849, settling at St. Louis. They arrived there in the spring, and in the fall her mother died. This was their home, however, until 1858, when the family came to Platte county and Columbus in July of that year. The trip from St. Louis was made in the usual way at that time--by steamboat up the Missouri and after arriving at Omaha the remainder of the journey was made overland. Coming to this county when there were scarcely any white inhabitants, she had to put up with all the discomforts of the pioneer. On May 31, 1860, she was married to Charles A. Speice, the house in which the ceremony was performed being a log structure and standing in the same place that is occupied by the present home. During the forty-eight years of her married life this has been her home, and here all her children were born. As one of the early settlers, Mrs. Speice was one of the best known women in this locality, especially among the earlier settlers. Mrs. Speice is the mother of nine children, eight of whom are living. Their oldest child, Thomas, died when an infant. Mrs. J.C. Post of Kingfisher, Okla., is the oldest child, the others being Gus. B. Speice of this city; J.M. Speice of Kingfisher, Okla., C.B. Speice of this city; Dr. Wm. K. Speice of Chicago; W.I. Speice of this city; Katherine E. Speice of Kingfisher, Okla., and Mrs. M.T. McMahon of this city. Besides her children she leaves one brother, Gus G. Becher of this city, and three sisters, Mrs. Mary Bremer of this city, Mrs. Laura M. Koenig and Mrs. Josephine Miller of Omaha. The death of Mrs. Speice leaves another vacant place in the number of those who came to this city and country in the early days and so materially assisted in changing what was then considered a desert into what it is today. Funeral services were held at 2 p.m., Wednesday from the family home. A few years ago her husband was stricken with paralysis and has since been a helpless invalid. Since that time his condition has been of much concern to her, as he required constant attention from some member of the household.
SNODGRASS--As the direct result of a stroke of paralysis with which she was stricken about four months ago, Mrs. Charles Snodgrass died at the hospital in Burlington, Iowa, last Sunday, January 24. May Connor, the second daughter of Mrs. Thomas Connor, was born on the old homestead, six miles west of Columbus, December 2, 1874. Here she grew to womanhood and on October 13, 1892, was married to Charles Snodgrass in this city. After residing here for some time they moved to Phelps county, but again returned to Platte county and then to Latta, Iowa, where they resided when Mrs. Snodgross was stricken with paralysis. Besides her husband she leaves three children, Milton, Clyde and Helen. Her mother and two brothers, Anson and Tom Connor of Silver Creek, and four sisters, Mrs. B.T. Westbrook and Mrs. J.H. Randall of this city and Blanche and Maud Connor of Silver Creek are left to mourn her loss. Mrs. Snodgrass was brought here Tuesday for burial and services will be held Thursday morning, leaving the home of B.T. Westbrook at 9:30 and services in the Catholic church at 10 o'clock, and burial will be in the Catholic cemetery.
BUSSE--At the ripe old age of 76 years, 3 months and 11 days, John Busse has passed from the strifes of mortal life to the everlasting peace and rest of the immortal. Mr. Busse had been failing in health for some time, but no immediate fears were entertained. During the winter he has made his home with his daughter, Mrs. John Glandt, that he might receive the care and attention of loving hands and up to the last was bright and cheerful, ever helpful, never complaining. At 1:10 a.m., Monday, after a restless night, the light of life that had burned so brightly, suddenly went out to resume its radiance in the great beyond. That venerable figure so familiar to us all will be greatly missed and the friendly greeting and smile which was ever his to give has ceased to be a part of our daily routine. [Leigh.]
WILLIAMS--Sunday morning the citizens of this community were horribly shocked when the report was received of the fatal wreck in Colorado of the train bearing to Fruita, Col., the family of our townsman, John Williams. More sorrowful were the people when it was actually learned that the entire family had been killed. A.B. Williams, father of John started for the same place the day before, while two brothers, Robert and Sam, started same day with a car of implements and stock. Numerous friends here deeply sympathize with the bereaved ones. [Clarks.]
Columbus Journal, February 3, 1909
MARRIAGE ANNOUNCEMENTS
ERNST-JOSEPH--Announcements are out by Mr. and Mrs. John Joseph for the marriage of their daughter Bertha to Mr. Hector Ernst on the 17th of February, the ceremony to take place in the German Lutheran church at our neighboring town of Clarks. [Schuyler.]MARRIED
KROGER-BUSH--It now develops that Adolph T. Kroger and Miss Ethel B. Bush, who eloped to Cheyenne, Wyoming, several weeks ago, an account of which appeared in the Nonpareil, at the time, were married at that place on December 19th. The report given to the authorities here was that they were not married when apprehended. The Nonpareil, was shown a letter from the county clerk of that county, however, stating that the records show their marriage to have taken place. [Central City.]DIED
DIETRICHS--Mrs. Dietrichs, wife of August Dietrichs, passed away at her home one-half mile north of this city, Saturday afternoon. Deceased had been in ill health for the past two years. In December Mr. and Mrs. Dietrichs went to Colorado Springs, where Mrs. Dietrichs entered a sanitarium and remained there until a few days previous to her death, at which time Mr. Dietrichs received a message stating that Mrs. Dietrichs wished to return home. Mr. Dietrichs immediately went to Colorado and returned last Thursday evening with his wife. At first the change of climate seemed to be beneficial to her, but later it was decided that it was best for her to return home. Mrs. Dietrichs, nee Miss Winnie Hejtnenek, was born in Austria, April 16, 1867, and when at the age of eighteen she accompanied her parents to America, coming direct to Columbus, where February 23, 1889, she was united in marriage to August Dietrichs. To this union ten children were born, namely, Winnie, Clarence, Ruth, Rachael, Esther, George, Harvey, Phillip, Howard and Evelyn, all of whom are living except Clarence who died in infancy, and who with their father mourn the loss of a kind and loving wife and mother. With the exception of six years, three of which were spent in New York and three in Denver, Mr. and Mrs. Dietrichs have resided in this city during their married life. The funeral was held Tuesday afternoon from the family residence, Rev. Dibble, pastor of the Congregational church officiating and burial was made in the Columbus cemetery. Relatives who attended the funeral from out of town were Mr. and Mrs. Frank Dudek, jr., Mr. and Mrs. John Dudek and Mr. and Mrs. Frank Dudek, sr., all of Schuyler.OLSON--We have a grape-vine report of a sad death which occurred 10 miles north of town. On Monday evening last the family of a Mr. Olson were making taffy and the gasoline stove exploded. No one was directly injured or burned, but the little girl, 11 years old became so badly frightened that she died Tuesday. [Lindsay.]
STICKA--Ed, son of Mr. and Mrs. Paul Sticka, died Wednesday afternoon from lockjaw resulting from a bullet wound received accidently a few days before. This is indeed a sad case. The wound did not appear to be at all serious and no special concern was felt until lockjaw set in the first of the week. The funeral was held Friday from St. Michael's church and interment was made in the Catholic cemetery. [Albion.]
SMYER--After a short illness with diphtheria and scarlet fever, Effie May, two year old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. John Smyer died Tuesday afternoon. This is their second child to die of the dread disease and makes it all the more sad. The funeral was private and held that evening, burial being in the Friends cemetery, west of Monroe. The two remaining children of the family, two little sons, are down with diphtheria, but the disease is in a mild form, and there is every hope for their recovery. [Monroe.]
Columbus Journal, February 10, 1909
MARRIAGE ANNOUNCEMENTS
TWOREK-TERASINSKI--Thursday morning Miss Barbara Terasinski of this city and Frank Tworek of near Duncan, will be united in marriage, the ceremony having been postponed until that time.MARRIED
MURRY-PODRAZA--Tuesday morning Peter Murry and Miss Antonia Podraza were married at St. Bonaventura's church, and a reception was given in their honor at the home of the brides parents west of the city.DRVOUL-KUTA--Henry Drvoul and Miss Tillie Kuta, both of this city were married at St. Bonaventura's church Wednesday morning. AFter the ceremony a reception was given the young couple at the home of the groom's father, John Drvoul, east of the city.
OSBORN-OSTBERG--Mr. Myron Osborn of Benedict, and Miss Ellen L. Ostberg of Genoa, were married in the city last Wednesday afternoon, Rev. Harkness, pastor of the Presbyterian church performed the ceremony that made this estimable couple man and wife. The ceremony was witnessed by Mr. and Mrs. Hoover of Genoa, Mrs. Hoover being a sister of the bride. The groom is a progressive young business man of Benedict, and the bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Eric Ostberg of Genoa, but for the past two years has been employed in one of the dry goods stores at Stromsburg. After a short sojourn in this city Mr. and Mrs. Osborn left for Benedict, where they will be at home to their friends after February fifteenth.
DIED
SPEICE--After a week's illness with appendicitis, which an operation failed to relieve, Charles B. Speice died at St. Mary's hospital Tuesday evening. Bont Speice, as he was familiary known, was born in this city January 8, 1869, at the home on Sixth and Grover streets. Here he attended the public schools and grew to manhood. About twenty years ago he was employed in the train service of the Union Pacific for a short time, but later went to Oklahoma. Returning to this city he again entered the employ of the Union Pacific and remained there for almost twelve years, and when he resigned to engage in business he was conductor on the Spalding freight, a position he had held for a number of years. Last fall he decided to quit railroading and took up the coal business which his father, C.A. Speice, had established years ago. On October 19, 1898, he was married to Alice Ellias, who, with three children, Letitia, aged 8, Bont, aged 5, and Gus B., aged twenty months, survive him. The funeral will be held from the home Friday morning at 10 a.m., and will be conducted by the Sons of Herman. Besides this order Mr. Speice also held a membership in the Order of Railway Conductors and the new Fraternal Order of Eagles, recently organized in this city.
Columbus Journal, February 17, 1909
BIRTHS
SMITH--Born, on Friday, February 5, a son to Mr. and Mrs. J.R. Smith. [Monroe.]MARRIED
DeLAND-LEUSCHEN--Tuesday morning at the German Reform church the wedding of Chas. DeLand, son of Mr. and Mrs. L.A. DeLand and Miss Alvina Leuschen, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. John Leuschen, of northeast of Columbus, was solemnized, Rev. R. Neumarker officiating. Only members of the immediate families were present at the ceremony, the wedding being a quiet one. Mr. and Mrs. DeLand left on the noon train for Denver and other points in the west, where they will spend their honeymoon, after which they will go to housekeeping on a farm ten miles west of this city on the south side of the Loup.DOLF-PAYZANT--A very pleasant wedding occurred at the home of Mr. and Mrs. C.W. Payzant, southwest of town, Wednesday of this week at high noon, the contracting parties being their daughter, Miss Ethel and Hassen Dolf. The ceremony was performed by Rev. Sweeney, pastor of the Presbyterian church, in the presence of a select company of immediate relatives and intimate friends. After congratulations the entire company partook of a sumptuous dinner prepared by the bride's mother. [Schuyler.]
ROSENBERRY-BLEVINS--A very pretty wedding occurred Wednesday afternoon at 3 o'clock at the M.E. parsonage in Osceola, when Rev. Brooks performed the ceremony which joined Edward Roseberry and Miss Eva Blevins in the bonds of wedlock. [Shelby.]
BERNT-GLATTER--The marriage of Mr. Hubert Bernt and Miss Cecilia Glatter occurred here Wednesday at the Sacred Heart Church Father Lutz performing the ceremony which joined these young people in the bonds of holy wedlock. The young couple are well and favorably known in the community in which they reside, having been residents in the north part of the county for a number of years, and have many warm friends who wish them an abundance of happiness and prosperity. [Shelby.]
DIED
DEEGAN--John Deegan, a former Columbus resident, passed away at his home in Red Lodge, Montana, Saturday, February 6, after an illness of two days, death resulting from heart trouble. The deceased had up to the time mentioned enjoyed good health, considering his advanced age. The remains were brought to this city Thursday for burial, and the same afternoon funeral services were held in the Catholic church, Father Marcellinius officiating, and interment was made in the Catholic cemetery. The deceased was born in Roscrea, county Tipperary, Ireland, May 1836, and at the time of his death was almost seventy-seven years of age. In 1855 he left Ireland and came to America, stopping for a short time in New York, but later moving to Wisconsin, where in 1871 he was united in marriage to Miss Rose Duffy, who died in Feburary, 1902. In 1875 accompanied by his wife he came to Platte county, settling on a farm a few miles from Lindsay, where he resided until several years ago when he came to Columbus, purchased a residence in southeast Columbus, where he lived until two years ago, going to Montana, Oregon and other places in the west to visit his children. The children who survive their aged parents are Miss Margaret and Messrs. George and Edward Deegan of Red Lodge, Montana, Miss Ida Deegan of Portland, Oregon, W.J. Deegan of Kirwin, Wyoming, Mrs. M.H. Maher of Hood River, Oregon. Pallbearers who bore the remains to their final resting place were Wm. O'Brien, J.S. Haney, John Curry, Thos. McTaggart, John C. Byrnes and Adam Smith. Relatives and friends who attended th funeral from out of town were, Jenny Deegan of Omaha, Mr. and Mrs. Patrick Duffy of St. Joseph, Missouri, Mr. and Mrs. Deegan, Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Lewijohann of Lindsay, Miss Margaret Deegan and W.J. and George Deegan of Red Lodge, Montana, Mrs. Emma Riede, John and James McPhillips, D.S. Hayes, Fred Ball, David Lloyd, John James, and C. Gudemeyer all of Lindsay, Matt Farrell and J. Gilsdorf of Humphrey.SMITH--After suffering for almost a year as a result of ruptured blood vessel, which occurred while he was assisting in the unloading of a heavy box of freight, Adaniram J. Smith, for many years a Union Pacific conductor, died at his home in southeast Columbus Sunday morning. "Doc" Smith, as he was universally known to his friends, was born at Elmira, New York, June 1854, his father being a Baptist minister. In 1860 he removed with the family to Ottawa, Ill., and in 1867 to Afton, Ia. Here he resided until nineteen years of age when he began his railroad career with the Burlington at Creston, Ia., in 1871. In 1876 he quit the service of the Burlington and went to the Santa Fe with which company he held the position of yard master at two of the principal yards on the system for eleven years. In 1883 he resigned his position with the Santa Fe and came to the Union Pacific, locating at Council Bluffs, since which time he has been constantly in the employ of the company as either conductor or yard master. He was transferred to Columbus in 1896 and has since made this his home. In 1881 he was married to Mary J. Madden at Creston, Ia., who with three sons, Frank F. of Rawlins, Wyo., Eber H. and John J., of this city, survive him. Besides the immediate family he leaves an aged mother and two sisters, Mrs. T.H. Sess and Mrs. Florence Lumbeck of Denver, and two brothers, Frank Smith of Stillwater, Minn., and Eber H. Smith of this city. Mr. Smith was a member of the Order of Railway Conductors, Royal Highlander and Tribe of Ben-Hur. Funeral services were held Tuesday morning from St. Bonaventura's church, Father Marcellinus officiating and burial was in the Catholic cemetery.
CASEY--Mr. Patrick Casey, father of Mrs. Dan Maher, of Carrol, Neb., died last Friday at the home of his daughter in Carrol, where he has made his home for the past four years. Pneumonia was the cause of his death. His age was about 60 years. Mr. and Mrs. J.E. Maher, John M. Maher and Robert Wilson went to Carrol on Saturday's train to attend the funeral. [Platte Center.]
LIEBIG--After a short illness Mrs. Joseph Liebig died from the effects of pneumonia at her home in Platte Center last Monday afternoon, February 8th, 1909 at 4:30 o'clock. The deceased was born in Memmelshoffer, Alsace Lorraine, Germany, on November 11th, 1849, her maiden name being Mary Wagner. Together with her two sisters, now Mrs. George Hengler and Mrs. Nick Adamy, she came to the United States in April, 1867, settling near Springfield, Wisconsin, where she lived until 1872, when on January 23d of that year she was joined in wedlock to Joseph Liebig, her surviving husband. Two weeks after their marriage the couple moved to Platte county, Nebraska, where they settled on their farm south of Platte Center. Besides the husband and two sisters, three sons and five daughters survive to mourn her loss. The daughters are all married. Mrs. Henry Ripp and Mrs. H.M. Ripp living in Buffalo county, Neb., and Mrs. Joseph Dishner, Mrs. J.J. Schumacher and Mrs. Joseph Rupprecht living in Platte county. The sons, Adolph, John and Joseph, also living in Platte county. [Platte Center.]
VOORHEES--Ralph Voorhees was born in New York State, April 26, 1825, died at the home of his daughter, Mrs. Roy Clark, Feb. 5, 1909. He moved to Wisconsin with his parents at the age of twenty. From there he went to Montecello, Minn., where he was married to Miss Frances L. Russell, Oct. 5, 1857. He moved his family to Madison, Nebr., in July, 1870 and the next spring he homesteaded in Boone county in what is now known as the Voorhees Valley, thus being one of the first settlers in the county. His wife died March 23, 1884. He leaves four children, Mrs. W.C. McFayden and Mrs. Roy Clark of this place, Miss Carrie Voorhees and Ralph Russel Voorhees of Sweetwater, Neb., four grandsons, three granddaughters and one great-grand daughter to mourn his loss. Two sisters and two brothers still survive him. [St. Edward.]
Columbus Journal, February 24, 1909
BIRTHS
COCKSON--We have always heard that it's an ill wind that blows no one good. The high wind of a couple of weeks ago brought to Charles Cockson's home a twelve pound daughter. Mr. and Mrs. Cockson have the congratulations of their many friends. [Osceola.]MARRIED
GALLEY-WOODS--Tuesday evening Albert J. Galley and Miss Grace Woods of this city were united in marriage at the home of the bride's mother, Mrs. Susan Woods, at 1514 Rickley street. Only relatives wree present at the ceremony, which was performed by Rev. Dibble of the Congregational church, after which a reception was given to the relatives at the home of the groom's parents, Mr. and Mrs. J.H. Galley. Mr. Galley is one of the prominent young men of this city, which has always been his home, and besides being engaged in the mercantile business has been chief of the city fire department for a number of years. The bride is the daughter of Mrs. Susan Woods and is a Columbus girl. For the last six years she has been employed as saleslady in the Galley dry goods store. Mr. and Mrs. Galley have a host of friends in this city who extend congratulations and best wishes for their future happiness.JESSUP-BOROWIAK--Last Wednesday forenoon the wedding of Miss Mary Frances Borowiak of this city and Wilbur F.R. Jessup of Cincinnati, O., took place at St. Bonaventura church, Father Marcellinus officiating. Miss Borowiak was for a number of years employed in a Columbus millinery store, and the groom was a former resident of this city, but the last few years has been traveling, with Cincinnati as his headquarters. Mr. and Mrs. Jessup will make the Ohio city their future home. The couple have many friends in this city who extend congratulations and well wishes for the future.
SOCKEL-KODIEZ--At the Cracow church northwest of town, Tony Sockel and Katie Kodiez both residents of the neighborhood, were united for better or rose. [Silver Creek.]
DUSH-STAROSTKA--At noon, Feb. 17, John Dush of Duncan and Victoria Starostka of the Island were married at the Silver Creek Catholic church. A half dozen of the young man's relatives and an equal number of ladies all gaily decorated for the occasion were attendants. [Silver Creek.]
EBY-BOWERS--On Thursday forenoon of last week at Wahoo occurred the marriage of Dr. Chas. D. Eby of this place to Miss Mamie Bowers of Schuyler, Rev. Austin performing the ceremony. The young couple returned to Leigh on Friday evening and went to housekeeping at once in the Matzen cottage, south of the J.W. Philson home. [Leigh.]
CORRIGAN-ROBERTS--Married, at the Sacred Heart church in Omaha, on Tuesday, February 16th Miss Sadie Catherine Roberts and Mr. Thomas M. Corrigan. The bride will be recognized as the youngest daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Edmund Roberts, of Platte Center. She was born and reared in our midst and is a very estimable young lady. Mr. Corrigan is a stranger here. We learn that he lives in South Omaha, where he is in the employ of one of the packing firms. [Platte Center.]
TAYLOR-WATERMAN--Mr. Verne Taylor and Miss Mable Waterman were married yesterday at Albion. They are at home to their many friends at Lindsay where the groom is in the jewelry business. Both these young people are well known in St. Edward where they are held in high esteem. [St. Edward.]
DOLAN-LARSON--Word comes to Central City that Miss Ellen Larson, of Hordville, and George Dolan were united in marriage in Council Bluffs last Friday. The marriage comes as a surprise to the friends here and but few of the details have been secured. The bride was employed at the Nordstrom store here for several months a year or so ago and has spent much of her time in Central City. She is popular with a regiment of friends. Mr. Dolan is a brakeman on the Union Pacific and makes headquarters in Omaha, where they will reside. [Central City.]
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MAHER--Mrs. M. Maher, of south of Platte Center, died last Saturday after an illness of several months. Mrs. Maher was the widow of Michael Maher, who at one time represented this district in the state senate. She leaves four children: John G. Maher of Lincoln, and Edward, Blake and Nellie Maher of Platte Center. Funeral services were __nday at the Catholic church in Platte Center and burial was in St. Joseph's cemetery.HAIGHT--Mrs. Lucy Haight, sister of Chas. E. Chapin of Oconee, died at the home of her brother last Thursday morning, from rheumatism and dropsy, from which she suffered for a number of years. Mrs. Haight was formerly of Denver, but of late years has made her home with her brother at Oconee. Funeral services were held in the Oconee Presbyterian church last Saturday morning at 11 o'clock, Rev. Harkness officiating, and the remains were brought to this city and interred in the Columbus cemetery.
BUSS--Engelke Buss, one of the well-to-do and prominent farmers on this route in Bismark township, passed away at his home on February 22, aged 69 years and 18 days. Mr. Buss was born in Hanover, Germany, February 4, 1840. In 1869, shortly after his marriage, he moved to Platte county on Schaad creek, and took up a homestead. Here he prospered and was considered one of the well fixed farmers of the county. His wife died in 1894, but he leaves five children to mourn his loss, Henry Buss, Mrs. John Bachenhus, Fred Buss, Mrs. Ed. Backenhus and Katie Buss, all of whom reside in Bismark township. The funeral will be held Friday morning at 11 o'clock from the home, and the Loseke church, Rev. Denniger officiating, and the burial will be in the Loseke creek cemetery.
BROOKS--Mrs. Roda Brooks passed away from __h after an illness of several weeks at __ o'clock a.m. Wednesday, Feb., 10th, 1909, aged 50 years, 19 days. The funeral services were conducted by Rev. __derson of Palmer. The body is interred in the Glenwood cemetery. Roda Bratton was born at Ashtabula, __o. Jan., 22nd, 1859. She was united in marriage to Isaac Brooks Oct. 11th, 1882. They moved near Columbus, Neb., in 1885, and from there to Cottonwood township. [Fullerton.]
HERBES--Mrs. H.J. Herbes died at the home of her parents Mr. and Mrs. Billerbeck at __mond Wednesday at midnight of consumption. Mrs. Herbes has been in poor health for several years and since the death of her husband last fall she has made her home with her parents. Gertrude Billerbeck was born in Freeport, Ill., on Dec. 28, 1865. In 1890 she was married in this city to Henry Herbes and to them were born six children, three of whom are left to mourn the loss of a good and devoted mother. [Humphrey.]
RUFF--Matthias Ruff, father of John Ruff, who lives 4 miles west of town, died February 17. He was past 83 years of age and had lived a long and useful life. [Silver Creek.]
DELANEY--Mike Delaney, one of the oldest settlers of Butler county, died at his home at David City on Friday of last week. Deceased held the office of county superintendent for several years when Butler county was in swaddling clothes. He had many warm friends throughout the county. Funeral was held Monday and was very largely attended. [Bellwood.]
BOTT--Four children in the family of John Bott, of Norfolk, died within the past ten days. Three succumbed to scarlet fever, the last bleeding to death as a result of his condition following the fever. [Leigh.]
BALLOWEG--Ferdinand Balloweg, aged 55, dropped dead on a passenger train between Creighton and Winneton, Neb., Tuesday. His daughter at the depot to meet him, anticipating a visit, was greeted by the dead body. [Leigh.]
PIEPER--Death claimed the spirit of Mrs. Maria Katherine Pieper at 5:10 a.m. Thursday morning, death being due to old age. The funeral was held Sunday morning from the residence of Mrs. A.M. Tabke and the remains laid to rest in the Ev. Luth. cemetery south of Leigh. Mrs. Maria Katherina Pieper was born December 28, 1832, in Hagel, Oldenburg, Germany. In 1867 she came with her family to America locating right here in Colfax county. On December 2, 1895 her husband, Julius Pieper, passed on before and since then Mrs. Pieper has made her home with her only daughter Mrs. A.M. Tabke. She reached the ripe old age of 76 years, 1 month and 21 days. [Leigh.]
Columbus Journal, March 3, 1909
DIED
LOSEKE--The sudden death of Mrs. George Loseke, Thursday evening, at the family home, five miles north of this city, was a great shock to all who know her. While her ailment, appendicitis, was known to be quite serious, still there was a hope for her recovery. Lillie Korte, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Korte, was born on the home place, in Shell Creek precinct, in Colfax county, March 11, 1885, and would have been twenty-four years of age the coming March. On December 26, 1907, she was married to George Loseke, and since then has lived on their home farm north of the city. Besides her husband, she leaves an infant daughter, aged four months. Mrs. Loseke was a member of the Shell Creek German Lutheran church, where the funeral was held Sunday at 10 o'clock, Rev. Grauenhorst conducting the services, and she was laid to rest in the cemetery at the church.ROUTSON--Mrs. Mary A. Early has been advised of the death of her brother, John G. Routson of National City, California, but as yet no particulars concerning the death and burial have been learned. Mr. Routson was formerly a resident of Columbus, having lived here in the early days, and at one time held the position of county surveyor. Mr. Routson left this city for the west about twenty-two years ago.
???--Last Thursday an unknown man, who had been struck by a passing train, was found east of Schuyler, and as the authorities of that city had no place to take care of him, he was sent to the hospital in this city, and Friday night he died of his injuries. Efforts to locate relatives were in vain, all the information obtained ...
YENNEY--Word has been received from Hooper that Mat Yenney, formerly of this city was found dead in his room in the hotel at that place. No details are furnished. [Central City.]
HORAK--Charles Horak of Maple Creek precinct was killed by the fast mail train on the Union Pacific at Schuyler on Wednesday afternoon. Mr. Horak, in company with a number of his neighbors, had been hauling corn to Schuyler and had just finished unloading at one of the elevators and started to drive across the track when the fast mail, going at a speed of forty miles an hour, struck the wagon and team. Charles was instantly killed as also was one of the horses, while the wagon was wrecked. The deceased was about thirty years of age and practically all of his life was spent in this county. He is spoken of by all who knew him as a hard working, honest man, popular in the neighborhood where he lived. He was unmarried and made his home with his aged mother on the old family homestead in Maple Creek precinct. His sudden death comes as a shock to the community and the mother, brother and sister have the sympathy of all. [Howells.]
RANDALL--Died on Tuesday afternoon about 2 p.m., F.F. Randall. Deceased was able to be on our streets a few days previous to his death and on Monday ate a hearty supper. About midnight of same day he awoke Mrs. Randall and complained of having a severe pain in his back. Mrs. Randall did what she could to relieve the pain; but soon thereafter he became unconscious and remained in this condition until death carried his soul to the beyond. Mr. Randall was born May 4, 1925 in Springfield, Illinois, from which place he moved to Michigan. And from Michigan to Butler county about 45 years ago. [Bellwood.]
MAHER--After a short and painless illness Mrs. Michael Maher died at her home Saturday, February 20, 1909, at 7:10 o'clock a.m. During her last illness and at the hour of her demise she was constantly surrounded and attended by her surviving children, Miss Nellie, Edward, John and Blake. The best of medical skill and scientific nursing was employed to prolong her life, but the infirmities of old age rendered a recovery out of the question. She was fully conscious almost to the last moment and passed away as she had lived, gently, submissively and thoroughly satisfied to meet the inevitable. Mrs. Michael Maher, nee Catherine Guilfoyle, was born in County Tipperary, Ireland, in 1835. At an early age she moved to Chicago with her parents, later locating in Janesville, Wis., where she was married to Michael Maher in 1863. Shortly afterwards the couple settled on the present home place near Platte Center, where, together with her husband and children, she braved all the hardships and tribulations of early pioneer life. [Platte Center.]
The Columbus Telegram, March 5, 1909
DIED
SHEPHERD--Solomen Shepherd, an old soldier and respected citizen of Silver Creek, died at 6 o'clock this morning. He had been ailing for years.
Columbus Journal, March 10, 1909
MARRIED
RODEHORST-SCHMIDT--George H. Rodehorst and Miss Lena Schmidt were united in marriage last Wednesday afternoon, Rev. Miessler, pastor of the German Lutheran church, officiating. Only relatives of the contracting parties witnessed the ceremony. Miss Katie Hecker, a relative of the bride, was bridesmaid and Louis Rodehorst, brother of the groom, was groomsman. The bride is the only daughter of Mrs. John Bradehofft, who resides on a farm eight miles west of Columbus. The groom is the eldest son of Mrs. H.O. Rodehorst, who lives on a farm northwest of the city. Both the bride and groom are well known in this city, having many friends who will wish them an abundance of success and happiness as they trod along life's pathway. Immediately after the ceremony the bridal party were invited to the home of Mr. and Mrs. Fred Fluckiger where a bountiful wedding dinner was served by the hostess. Mr. and Mrs. Rodehorst are now at home to their many friends on a farm three and one-half miles northwest of this city, Mr. Rodehorst having rented the home place from his mother, who in the near future will move to Columbus.GIGER-FLEMING--Mr. and Mrs. Albert Giger have been informed of the marriage of their oldest son Albert to Miss Nona Fleming, a popular young lady of Van Cover, British Columbia. The wedding took place December 1, '08. It has been seven years since Mr. Giger left this city, and during much of this time has been employed on different railroads, being at the present time a brakeman on a passenger train, with headquarters near the Canadian line.
NUNNALLY-JOHNSON--The following from the Walla Walla, Wash., Evening Bulletin tells of the marriage of a former Monroe boy: A very pretty wedding occurred Saturday evening at 8 o'clock, at the home of Rev. J.H. Beaven, when Lee Nunnally and Miss Dana Johnson, both of Walla Walla, were united in marriage, Rev. Beaven officiating. Miss Lizzie Reid acted as bridesmaid and J.J. Bennett as best man. The bride wore a beautiful princess gown of pale blue silk and the groom was attired in the conventional black. After congratulations, dainty refreshments were served. Many beautiful presents were received. Mr. and Mrs. Nunnally left on the morning train for Portland and the Sound cities on a wedding trip. [Monroe.]
DIED
KREIZENGER--Mrs. Catherine Kreizenger, wife of John Kreizenger, who reside in South Columbus died at the family residence Thursday morning at five o'clock, death resulting from heart failure. The deceased had been in ill health for some time. Mrs. Kreizenger lived alone with her aged husband and in spite of her advanced age she did her household duties with the assistance of her husband. Mrs. Kreizenger, nee Miss Catherine Kittel, was born in 1835 and in the winter of 1861 was united in marriage to John Kreizenger, who survives her. To this union six children were born--Franz, who lives in Vienna, Austria, Joseph who died in 1883, Gustav, who resides in Spalding, Neb., Marie, who passed away in 1891, Louis, whose home is in Kimbal, Neb., and Karl, who lives in Fremont. Mr. and Mrs. Kreizenger have been residents of Columbus for the past ten years, coming to this city March 1, 1899. The deceased was a kind and loving wife and mother and a devout Catholic. The funeral was held Saturday afternoon from the Catholic church, Father Marcellinus officiating, and burial was made in the Catholic cemetery. Relatives who attended the funeral from out of town were Mr. and Mrs. Gustav Kreizenger and children of Spalding.ANDERSON--Mrs. Anna Anderson, who for the past few years has been making her home with Peter Swanson and family, residing on a farm seven miles northeast of Columbus, passed away Wednesday afternoon, death resulting from old age. Mrs. Anderson was one of the pioneer settlers of this county, having come here in the early days. The funeral was held Saturday afternoon from the Swanson home, Rev. Roush, pastor of the M.E. church officiating, and interment was made in the Columbus cemetery.
TAYLOR--Last Saturday at Bellwood Harry Taylor, about 15 years of age, son of the local jeweler, and Warren Bouton, went duck hunting and when about two miles from town the gun carried by the Bouton boy in some manner was accidentally discharged and the entire load of shot entered Taylor's left side near the lung, cutting a large hole. The boy was conveyed to Bellwood by a farmer and died a few minutes after the doctor arrived.
VOORHEES--Monroe friends received copies of a paper telling of the death of Mrs. Martin Voorhees, at the Illinois home on February 20. For twelve years Mr. and Mrs. Voorhees owned and resided on the farm, one mile north of Monroe now occuped by Dan Thayer, but a few years ago returned to their former home, near Peoria, Ill. Besides her husband, Mrs. Voorhees leaves a son and a daughter. [Monroe.]
NEBOLA--A sad and distressing accident occurred at the Joe Nebola farm south of Leigh last Sunday afternoon when their seven year old son Louis lost his life by the accidental discharge of a shot gun in the hands of his seventeen year old brother, Frank. Frank Nebola had been hunting that day and on his return went to put away the gun; with the weapon resting on his left arm he proceeded to let the hammer down when the fatal discharge took place. His brother and a little sister were standing about 40 feet away on a hay stack when the boy received the entire load of No. 2 shot. We were told that the girl was standing almost in front of the lad when the accident took place and it seems almost a miracle that she was not killed. [Leigh.]
The Columbus Telegram, March 12, 1909
DIED
SHEPPARD--Albert Born and family went to Silver Creek Sunday to attend the funeral of Mrs. Born's grandfather, Solomon Sheppard, who died suddenly Friday evening. Mr. Sheppard had lived here for about thirty years and was seventy-nine years old at the time of his death. His first wife died about twenty-five years ago, but he married again about four years later. He leaves, besides his wife, three sons, Samuel, at San Francisco; John, at Cumberland, Iowa, and Clay, of Broken Bow. His grandson, Charles Sheppard, of Cumberland, Iowa, who had been here with him during the winter and had returned home a few days before his death, came out to attend the funeral.
Columbus Journal, March 17, 1909
MARRIED
PAUL-PORTER--The following from the Central City Republican tells of the marriage of Prof. Fritz W.A. Paul, the new leader of the Columbus City Band: Prof. W.A. Paul and Miss Mae Porter were married at Columbus last Saturday evening, Rev. Neumarker of that place performing the ceremony. It had been rumored for some time that this event was to be looked for, but nevertehless the friends of the young people were taken somewhat by surprise when the news was given the following morning. The bride's sister, Miss Margaret Porter, and Miss Metta Cooper accompanied the contracting parties to Columbus and were present at the ceremony. The bride is a Central City girl having been born and raised here. A young lady of high connections, winning ways and accomplished she has been prominent in social circles here for many years. The professor is a musician of rare ability, and came here from New York. He especially excels as a band leader, and to his training the Central City Band owes in a large measure its recent high state of efficiency. His reputation in this respect has become so general that he has been engaged as leader of the Columbus band at which point he and his newly wed bride will make their home. Prof. Paul will also instruct the bands at Schuyler and North Bend.PHELPS-TAYLOR--A pretty wedding occurred at the home of Mr. and Mrs. O.P. Taylor, who reside at Eighteenth and Kummer street Wednesday afternoon, when their daughter, Miss May, was united in marriage to Raymond R. Phelps of Central City, Rev. Dibble, pastor of the Congregational church officiating, using the Episcopal ring service. Just before the ceremony was performed George Taylor, brother of the bride, assisted by Miss Agnes Dineen sang "My Dear." Following this several strains of a wedding march were played by Miss Dineen as the bride and groom found their place beneath an arch of cut flowers and ferns which formed the marriage altar. The home was beautifully decorated. Immediately after the ceremony a three-course luncheon was served. The guest list numbered thirty, several of whom were friends of the groom from Central City. The groom has frequently visited in the city and has many acquaintances. The bride was one of the popular young ladies of this city, and has many friends who wish them much success and happiness. Mr. and Mrs. Phelps departed the same evening for Central City where they will make their home.
DIED
LYNAM--Mrs. T.J. Lynam, who has been the guest of her mother, Mrs. Thomas Lyons for several months, was called to Omaha several days ago by a message announcing the serious illness of her husband, who for the past year has been receiving treatment in an Omaha hospital, where he was suffering from a nervous brake-down [sic]. Shortly after her arrival in Omaha Mrs. Lynam was advised by the attending physician that her hsuband's recovery was very doubtful. From this time on Mr. Lynam continued to grow worse until Wednesday morning at 4:30 when death relieved him from his suffering. Mr. Lynam was a plumber by trade and followed this line of work until his health failed. Deceased was born in 1871, and was the oldest son of Mrs. Ellen Lynam who now resides in Omaha. His father passed away nine years ago. In 1901 Mr. Lynam was united in marriage to Miss Katherine Lyons, formerly of his city, and to this union four children were born, one boy and three girls, ranging in age from seven yeras to a babe five months old. Besides his wife and children the deceased leaves a mother, two brothers and one sister, all of whom live in Omaha. The funeral was held in Omaha Thursday morning at nine o'clock. Relatives who attended the funeral from this city were Mrs. James Haney, and the Misses Nora and Alice Lyons.DODDRIDGE--Mrs. Frances Doddridge, wife of William B. Doddridge, formerly general manager of the Missouri Pacific railway, died March 12 at St. Louis from an attack of apoplexy. Mrs. Doddridge was a daughter of the late Guy C. Barnum. During the early 70's Mr. Doddridge was agent for the Union Pacific railway in this city, and the family resided here for a number of years.
LORANZ--Mrs. Sarah B. Loranz, mother of Mrs. Edgar Howard of this city, passed away at the home of her daughter, Wednesday evening, after a short illness, death resulting from an attack of vertigo, which she suffered while ascending the stairway at the Howard home several days pervious to her death. Mrs. Loranz was in an unconscious state soon after the accident and remained in that condition until the grim reaper called her home. Deceased was the widow of Anthony Loranz of Clarinda, Iowa, who died in 1881, and since that time Mrs. Loranz has made her home with her children. Mrs. Loranz had been married twice, her first husband was Hon. S.F. Burtch. She was the mother of two children, Mrs. Talton E. Clark of Clarinda, and Mrs. Edgar Howard of this city. Mrs. Loranz, was eighty-three years of age, and was one of the early settlers of Nebraska, coming to Bellevue in 1855. A short service was held at the Howard residence Saturday afternoon, Rev. Harkness, pastor of the Presbyterian church officiating and the body was taken to Clarinda for burial, accompanied by Mr. and Mrs. Howard.
ERNST--About two months ago the home of Mr. and Mrs. Chester Ernst, residing on West Tenth street, was made happy by the arrival of twins, both boys, Harold Arthur and Vincent Marlow, but their joy was soon turned to grief when shortly after birth the infants became ill and this illness terminated in lung fever, and for several weeks the babes were critically ill, and their condition remained the same until Friday afternoon when Vincent, the stronger of the two, passed away and on the following afternoon death claim Harold. The funeral was held Sunday afternoon from the residence, Rev. Roush, pastor of the Methodist church officiating, and the little ones were laid to rest in the Columbus cemetery.
PAISLEY--Another name is stricken from the ever lessening roll of our old settlers and another old soldier has answered the last roll call. Isaiah Paisley died at his home in Shelby Sunday morning, March 7, 1909, and was buried Tuesday in the Shelby cemetery. The funeral services were in charge of the Odd Fellows and was from the U.B. church, Rev. C.J. Melville preaching the funeral sermon. Deceased came to Nebraska in 1873, and secured a homestead of 160 acres, two miles northeast of Shelby, which land he improved for a home and still owned at the time of his death. Several yeras ago he rented his farm and moved to Shelby, where he had a neat residence and for a number of years was the village marshal. [Shelby.]
TEMPLE--Elsie Henrietta, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Temple, died Tuesday, of this week, after suffering a week with dread diphtheria. Elsie was born in Platte Center on August 5, 1899, and was going on eleven years of age. She was taken sick about a week ago, and until shortly before her death hopes were entertained for her recovery, but her heart was affected and death resulted. She was buried the same evening of her death, in the Okay cemetery, and the funeral was private. [Monroe.]
Columbus Journal, March 24, 1909
DIED
DEXTER--David Dexter, one of the old settlers of Polk county, died at his home, eleven miles southwest of Columbus, on March 23, of Bright's disease. Mr. Dexter was born in Canada September 7, 1837. In 1857 he was married to Sarah D. Adkins in Lea county, Illinois. In 1887 he moved to the Polk county home, where he has since resided. Besides his wife he leaves three sons, Elisha P., who has been living at home, Ira O., of Stockham, Neb., and Caleb D., who lives in Colorado. Funeral services will be held Friday in Shelby.SPEICHER--Mrs. Margueritta Speicher, aged 73 years, died at her home in east Columbus, March 16, after a short illness. Mrs. Speicher came to America in 1874 with the family, settling in Saunders county, and from there they removed to Butler county, where they resided until two years ago, when they moved to east Columbus. For the last two years she has been subject to sick spells, and when the final sickness came it was of short duration. At the time of her death all the children were with her. Besides her husband she leaves six sons, J.P. of Butler county, Martin, Pier, Nick and Peter of Columbus, and August of David City, and three daughters, Katie of Columbus, Mrs. Julius Sauser of Cedar Rapids, Mrs. Martha Smith of Bellwood. Two sisters, Mrs. Anna Hein of David City and Mrs. Henry Smith of Bellwood, and one brother, Peter, also survive her. The funeral was from the residence at 9 a.m. Thursday, and services held at the Catholic church at 9:30. Interment was in the Catholic cemetery.
DIETRICHS--Mrs. Dora Dietrichs, widow of C.H.W. Dietrichs, passed away at her home on East eleventh street, Wednesday morning at 8:15, death resulting from a stroke of paralysis she suffered about one year ago, and since which time she has been confined to her room, and although quite ill, at times her condition was not considered dangerous until a few hours before her death. Mrs. Dietrichs was born in Germany October 27, 1836, and was at the time of her death past seventy three years of age. In 1866 Mrs. Dietrichs, accompanied by her husband came to America, settling in New York. Later they went to Chicago, Ill., and from there in 1869 they came to Platte county, where they settled on a farm where they resided for many years. From there they moved to Columbus. Mrs. Dietrichs was a pioneer settler of this county and during her declining years told many stories of the hardships as well as the pleasures one had to endure when living in this country in early days. The deceased was the mother of eleven children, five being deceased. The living are Mrs. Frank Shott, who resides on a farm in Polk county, Mrs. Wm. Lindee of Omaha, Charles of New York, August, William and Mrs. C.W. Willis of this city. As yet no arrangements have been made for the funeral.
STENGER--Bertha Marie Marguerite, better known by many acquaintances as Dolly, little daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Albert Stenger, who reside on a farm one mile and a half southeast of this city, passed away last Wednesday afternoon at El Paso, Texas, where she had been taken several days previous to her death, in hopes that a change of climate would benefit her health. Little Dolly had been in ill health for several months and just one week ago last Friday Miss Katie Stenger accompanied her to El Paso. All during the journey little Dolly seemed no worse and upon reaching their destination apparently stood the trip well. But shortly after their arrival she became ill, and this illness resulted in her death. Dolly was born in this city January 18, 1905, and was at the time of her death three years, ten months and one day old. The remains were brought to this city Sunday afternoon and the funeral was held Monday afternoon from the family residence, Rev. Neumarker, pastor of the German Reform church, assisted by Rev. Harkness, pastor of the Presbyterian church, officiating and the little one was laid to rest in the Columbus cemetery.
WELSH--Mary Welsh, aged seventy-eight years, died at the residence of her daughter, Mrs. Fred Wright, at Palisade, Colorado, Tuesday of last week. The remains were brought to David City Thursday evening. Mrs. Welsh was an early settler of Butler county, residing on the farm about eight miles west of that city until the death of her husband. [Bellwood.]
CADY--Mrs. A.E. Cady, wife of one of the former publishers of the Schuyler Sun, and a lady well known to the early settlers of the county, died at the family home in St. Paul, this state, on Tuesday after an illness of two years. Old Colfax county friends will be grieved to hear of her death and their sincere sympathy goes out to the sorrowing family. [Howells.]
BECKER--Joseph Becker and B. Lorenzen were at Schuyler Wednesday attending the funeral of the late Matthew Becker, who departed this life at his home in that city last Sunday after an illness of some months. The deceased was a native of Germany and was fifty-six years of age at the time of his death. He had been a resident of Colfax county since 1873, coming here with his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Jos P. Becker, pioneer settlers of Midland precinct, long since deceased. Matt as he was generally called, was known throughout the county and has many friends who are sorry to hear of his death. [Howells.]
WILLICHS--John Willichs, of Grand Island, lost his life, although not by an accident, while out hunting on the Platte river south of that place last Sunday. In wading in the river he got into some quicksand, from which he was unable to extricate himself without help, but before help arrived he had so exhausted himself in struggling that he died soon after from heart failure. [Central City.]
Columbus Journal, March 31, 1909
MARRIAGE LICENSES
John F. Brewer, Columbus.....21; Elizabeth Dostal, Columbus.....19
August Fittje, Platte Center.....30; Martha Neemeyer, Humphrey.....28
Alfred St. Chards, Omaha.....21; Luella Ferrel, Omaha.....18MARRIED
IOSSI-BAUMANN--Simon Iossi of Platte Center and Miss Clara Baumann of Loup City were married in Madison county March 23. The wedding reception was held at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Frank Nohel of Norfolk. Those who were present at the ceremony were Alfred Iossi and Miss Stella Hessler of Columbus and Mr. and Mrs. Nohel of Norfolk. The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Daniel Baumann of Loup City, but formerly of Columbus, and the groom is a son of Christ Iossi of east of Columbus. Mr. and Mrs. Iossi will make their home on the Linihan farm near Platte Center, which the groom has rented for this year.BREWER-DUSTAL--A quiet wedding occurred at the Brewer home in North Columbus, when Frederick Brewer, youngest son of Mrs. Jennie C. Brewer, was united in marriage to Elizabeth Dustal, Rev. Roush, pastor of the Methodist Episcopal church officiating. The ceremony was witnessed by only a few relatives and friends of the contracting parties. The bride was formerly of Wisconsin, but for the past few months has made Columbus her home. The groom is well known, having lived all of his life in this city. Mr. and Mrs. Brewer will for the present reside with the groom's mother.
KUPER-KRAUSE--Miss Lillian Krause, eldest daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Jos. Krause, and Mr. Henry Kuper were married at the Shell Creek German Baptist church, yesterday, Thursday, Rev. Hillsinger of Platte Center officiating. Miss Lillian is well known among our young people, having attended school here for a time two or ... [Platte Center.]
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The marriage ceremony of Henry Kuper and Miss Lily Krause was performed at the Shell Creek Baptist church last Thursday at 1 p.m. The young couple have been spending their honeymoon at Fremont, visiting with Mr. Kuper's relatives. On their return they will go to housekeeping on the groom's farm, near the Baptist church, on which Mr. Kuper has built a nice residence for a home. [Route No. 1.]DIED
LANGE--Mrs. Wm. Lange, residing eleven miles north of this city, passed away at the family home Thursday afternoon at 1:30 o'clock, death resulting from a complication of diseases. She had been in poor health for the past year, and since December has been confined to her bed most of the time. Mrs. Lange, nee Katherina Albers, was born in Germany in 1850, and was at the time of her death fifty-nine years of age. She was the mother of two children, William and Mary, who with their father, Wm. Lange, mourn the loss of a kind and loving wife and mother. The deceased also leaves one brother, Wm. Albers of this city. The funeral was held Monday afternoon from the Shell Creek Baptist church and interment was made in the cemetery near the church.
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Mrs. Wm. Lange of this route, in Shell Creek township, died last Thursday afternoon. For the past year she has suffered from a complication of diseases, and early in December she was taken to her bed, and since then her ailment was of a dropsical nature. Kathrina Magdelina Albers was born in Germany in 1850, and was 59 years, 2 months and 15 days old at the time of her death. In 1879 she was united in marriage to Wm. Lange and came to this county with him, where they have since resided. To this union have been born six children, four of whom have preceded their mother to the spirit land. William and Mary remain with the husband to mourn the loss of a dear loving wife and mother. She also leaves three brothers, William and Martin Albers of Columbus, and P.H. Albers of Monroe. The funeral was held Monday afternoon, a short service being held at the home at 1 o'clock and at the Shell Creek Baptist church at 2 o'clock, to which a large number of relatives and friends followed her remains. Rev. Hilsinger of the Platte Center Baptist church delivered a very touching sermon, taking his text from II Peter, 1 chapter, 23-26, after which the body was lowered to its last resting place in the cemetery near the church. The pall bearers were Henry Bakenhus, Fred Behlen, sr., H.P. Mohrman, Joseph Krause, Peter Lutejens and Fred Behlen, jr. Mrs. Lange was a devoted christian and a consistent member of her church, a kind and conscientious wife and mother, beloved by all who knew her, and her demise will be sadly felt by those who were nearest and dearest to her. The flowers were many and very beautiful. [Route No. 1.]WILLIAMS--Monday's Lincoln State Journal has the following to say regarding the death of Mrs. Thomas H. Williams, a former resident of the Postville neighborhood, prior to her husband being appointed farmer at the insane asylum at Lincoln: "Mrs. Thomas H. Williams died yesterday morning at her home near the hospital for the insane of heart trouble. She was sixty-two years of age. A husband and seven children survive her. Mr. Williams has for many years been head farmer at the asylum. Two of the children, Arthur and Mrs. Maud Snyder, are married while the rest of the family are still at home.
DIEDRICHS--The funeral of Mrs. Dora Diedrichs, widow of C.H.W. Diedrichs, was held at the family residence Sunday afternoon at 2 o'clock, Rev. B. Zuener, pastor of the German Methodist church officiating, and interment was made in the Columbus cemetery. Out of town relatives who attended the funeral were Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Lindee of Omaha, Mr. and Mrs. Frank Shutt of Polk county and Charles Diedrichs of New York.
??--L. Hohl and Miss Clara went down to Ames Saturday night, having received word from Mrs. Hohl that her mother had died. [Albion.]
JONES--Mrs. Thomas Jones, an old settler living south of town died last Tuesday and was buried Thursday. She had been sick for some time with a complication of dropsy and asthma. The funeral was held at 2:30 p.m. Thursday and interment was in the Welsh cemetery. [Lindsay.]
DUNBIER--Word was received here today of the death of Louie Dunbier at his home in Germany, March 14, apoplexy being the cause. Mr. Dunbier left the United States a few years ago to pass the remainder of his days in the Fatherland and his death will be sad news to his relatives and friends here. [Osceola.]
BARNUM--Last Saturday's Norfolk News gave an account of the death of Frank Barnum at his home in Bonesteel on Friday night of last week. The cause of his death was not given. Mr. Barnum will be remembered as a resident of Humphrey a couple of years some time ago. He ran the Leader for a short time and afterwards as an employe in the Democrat office. He went from here to Madison and worked for John Donovan and later became editor of the Madison Chronicle. [Humphrey.]
JONES--Mrs. Sara Jones, widow of the late Thomas Jones, died at her home at Postville Wednesday morning. She had been sick several months, but not seriously so until a few weeks ago when Brights disease developed. Mrs. Jones was 66 years of age. [Platte Center.]
Columbus Journal, April 7, 1909
BIRTHS
BISSON--Born, on March 31, to Mr. and Mrs. C.J. Bisson, a son. [Route No. 3.]DIED
LEHMAN--Tuesday George Lehman received a message from Des Moines, Iowa, telling him of the death of his brother Henry, which occurred the evening before, and he left at once to attend the funeral. Mr. Lehman's brother has been in this city on numerous occasions, and enjoyed quite an acquaintance here. He was a prominent member of the Eagles, and has filled several important offices in the order. The funeral was held Wednesday at Des Moines.BEATTY--Mrs. Beatty, an old resident of this county, died Thursday at the home of Mrs. Jennie Woods, in Omaha. The funeral was held in this city last Saturday. [Stromsburg.]
HONESS--Word was received here by relatives that James Honess was dead. Mr. Honess was an old settler in Polk county, having come here in the early 70's and moved to Idaho a few years ago. He was loved and honored by all who knew him. His many friends here will be grieved to hear of his death and sympathize with the friends in their sorrow. [Stromsburg.]
NELSON--Mrs. J.C. Nelson died last Wednesday at the age of 73 years. She leaves three sons and two daughters, Mrs. John Swanson and Mrs. Martin Olson to mourn the loss of a loving mother. [Walker Township.]
Columbus Journal, April 14, 1909
MARRIED
JUDY-MARLAR--Announcements have been received by Columbus friends of Mr. and Mrs. M.O. Marlar announcing the marriage of their daughter, Miss Carrie, to Mr. Charles F. Judy of Miller, Neb. The wedding took place March 30. Mr. and Mrs. Judy will be at home to their friends after April 21st at Miller. Miss Marlar will be remembered by many of our readers, as she lived in this city several years ago._INNEY-WOOSTER--Miss Sophia Wooster and Mr. D.D. _inney were united in marriage at the home of the Rev. Harry Leeds of the ___path Presbyterian church, Portland, Oregon, on the evening of March 31st at ____m., in the presence of the immediate family. Miss Wooster is a daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Charles Wooster of Silver Creek, Nebraska, but she has been a resident of Portland for some time. [Silver Creek.]
DIED
COCKSON--Mrs. L.A. Cockson, residing on West Sixteenth street, died Wednesday morning, from heart disease. Mrs. Cockson was a former resident on the island south of the Platte, and moved to Columbus a short time ago. About nine years ago her husband died in England, while there on a visit. Funeral services will be held Friday morning at the Catholic church.MOSCHENROSS--As a result of a complication of diseases, due to old age, Joseph Moschenross died at his home in southeast Columbus last Saturday morning, aged 76 years. Mr. Moschenross was a native of Alsace, Germany, and was born January 30, 1833. There he was married and four of his children were born, when he decided to emigrate to America, coming direct to Columbus, in 1882, and moving into the house he lived up to the time of death. His wife died March 30, 1897. He leaves four sons, Carl and Victor of Alberta, Canada, Joseph and Anton of this city, and Mrs. Hackleman of Seattle, Wash., who were here to attend the funeral. The funeral services were held Monday morning at 10 o'clock from the Catholic church and burial was in the Catholic cemetery.
LUESCHEN--Ernest, little son of Mr. and Mrs. Henry Lueschen, jr., who reside on a farm nine miles north of this city, passed away at 9:30 Friday evening. The little one had been a sufferer for the past two years. Ernest was born in 1907, and was at the time of his death two years, eight months and eleven days of age. The funeral was held Monday afternoon from the Loseke church, Rev. Dinneger officiating and the little one was laid to rest in the cemetery near the church.
BETTERTON--Charles W. Betterton, one of the best known traveling men making his headquarters in this city, died Sunday morning, after an extended illness from Bright's disease. Mr. Betterton was born in New Albany, Ind., August 6, 1854. There he grew to manhood and later moved to Logansport, Ind., where he entered the service of the Pennsylvania railroad company, first as brakeman and later as conductor. He quit the service of the road in 1877, when he was married to Miss Hattie Braumbaugh, and moved on a farm near Koup, Ind., where they lived until about twenty years ago, when Mr. Betterton went on the road for a machine firm, which line he continued until his death. For a number of years he has been assigned to this territory, and prior to his coming to Columbus six years ago his headquarters were at Humphrey and Grand Island. He was compelled to give up traveling a year ago and for the last two months has been confined to the house. The deceased was a member of the Modern Woodmen, U.T.C. and Forresters. His wife and four sons, Ben, Ira and Mac of this city, and Jesse O., who is attending the school of Mines at Rapid City, S.D., survive him. Funeral services were held Tuesday morning at the Catholic church, Father Marcellinus officiating, and burial was in the Catholic cemetery.
LEWIS--Dr. I.H. Lewis died at the family residence in David City late Saturday evening, at the age of eighty-one years. Doctor Lewis was one of the first settlers in David City, having located here in the early seventies and practiced his profession until about ten years ago he retired on account of feeble health. He leaves a widow and a host of friends. [Bellwood.]
McNEIL--Louis McNeil, aged 33, was found dead Monday morning, March 29, at the home of his mother in the south part of Utica, by a sister who tried to call him for breakfast. He had been dead several hours. A doctor attended him Sunday night but did not think anything serious was troubling him. Two doctors were called who stated he died of heart trouble. Mr. McNeil served in the First ... [Bellwood.]
Columbus Journal, April 21, 1909
MARRIAGE LICENSES
George Z. Woods, Rogers.....22; Hulda Lucke, Columbus.....19
Carl W. Reed, St. Edward.....23; Ellen E. Soderberg, St. Edward.....17
Carl F. Linderholm, Newman Grove, 36; Nellie C. Olson, Newman Grove, 25
Christ Buss, Columbus.....28; Martha M. Kummer, Columbus.....21
Frank Buggi, Columbus.....27; Mary M. Stachura, Columbus.....20DIED
COCKSON--Mrs. Lucy Cockson, widow of Charles Thomas Cockson, passed away at her home on West 16th street, Wednesday morning, April 14, at five o'clock, death resulting from a complication of diseases. Mrs. Cockson, nee Miss Lucy Anne Eaton, was born in England, March 8, 1837, and was at the time of her death but a few days past seventy-two years of age. In 1864 she was married to Charles Cockson, now deceased. To this union seven children were born, two of whom died in infancy and were buried in New York. Those surviving are Charles, Fred, Thomas and Harold, all of whom live on farms near Columbus, and one daughter, Miss Jennie, with whom the deceased was living at the time of her death. Mrs. Cockson resided in England until 1870, when accompanied by her husband and family she came to America, settling in New York, where they lived for two years, when they came to Polk county and located on a farm seven miles from this city, and where the deceased had made her home until last January, when she decided to leave her country home and come to this city to spend her declining years. Her husband, Charles Cockson, passed away in 1900. At the time of his death he was visiting the scenes of his childhood days in England, when he was taken ill with pneumonia, and four days later passed away. He was laid to rest in a cemetery in London, and since his death Mrs. Cockson has lived with her children.THOMAS--After an illness of six years, Mrs. Martha Thomas died at her home in Island precinct, Polk county, on Saturday, April 17. Mrs. Thomas was born in Bordentown, N.J., June 11, 1836. She, with husband and family, were among the early settlers of Island precinct, locating there in 1871, and residing there until her death. Her husband died about twenty-five years ago, since which time she has made her home with two sons, Frank and W.H. Thomas. Four days before her death she was taken suddenly ill and never rallied. Mrs. Thomas leaves six children, Mrs. E.M. Mossey and Andy Thomas of South Bend, Indiana; Fred J. Thomas of Cedar Rapids, Nebraska; W.H. and Frank Thomas of Polk county, and Robert Thomas of Freedom, Nebraska, all of whom were present at the funeral, which was held from the W.H. Thomas farm residence Tuesday afternoon at one o'clock, Rev. Dibble, pastor of the Congregational church conducting the services. She was laid to rest in the Columbus cemetery.
EGGLIE--Edward Egglie, infant son of Mr. and Mrs. Paul Egglie, died Sunday afternoon of brain fever, at their home northeast of the city. The little one was born July 6, 1907. The funeral was held Tuesday at 2 p.m. from the home and 2:30 from the German Reformed church, Rev. Neumarker conducting the services.
DUGAN--While attempting to cross the track ahead of an extra freight, Saturday, Mrs. Elizabeth Dugan of this city, met her death in a shocking manner, the accident occuring at the Union Pacific crossing on State street north of the square. The body of the aged lady was hurled into the ditch at the side of the track and when picked up life was found to be extinct. The base of the skull was found to have been fractured by the impact, aside which few marks were to be seen. [Osceola.]
STROMSBERG--Mrs. Stromsberg, residing on the Magnusson farm, west of town, died last Saturday evening, death being due to a complication of diseases. Amma Alida Carlson was born in Sweden, May 3, 1876. There she grew to womanhood and was married to Mr. Stromsberg. They came to America in 1892 and lived on a farm near Genoa, moving to the present place a year ago. She was a member of The Royal Neighbors. Seven children, besides her husband, are left to mourn her loss. Funeral services were held Tuesday afternoon from the house and the Friends church, and she was laid to rest in the Friends cemetery. Mr. and Mrs. Wahl and Mrs. Wahl of Iowa, and Mr. and Mrs. Nelson and Miss Johnson of Lincoln were those from a distance who were here to attend the funeral. [Monroe.]
Columbus Journal, April 28, 1909
BIRTHS
Born, on Sunday, April 25, to Mr. and Mrs. Ed Asche, a son. [Route No. 3.]MARRIAGE ANNOUNCEMENTS
BALLWIG-KERSCH--The coming marriage of Miss Eva Kersch and Aug. Ballwig was announced at St. Francis church Sunday and the ceremony will take place early in May. [Humphrey.]MARRIAGE LICENSES
Stanislaus Kociemba, Duncan.....54; Mary Iwan, Duncan.....51
Chas. P. Schaecher, Lindsay.....23; Josephine M. Albrecty, St. Bernard.....24MARRIAGE INVITATIONS
GROTELEUSCHEN-DIERKS--Invitations have been issued for the wedding of Miss Minnie Dierks to Otto Groteleuschen on Tuesday, May 4, at the Loseke Creek church. [Route No. 3.]MARRIED
BECHER-MIENKE--Dietrich Becher, jr., son of Hon. and Mrs. D.A. Becher, of this route, was united in marriage last Wednesday afternoon to Miss Anna Mienke at the bride's home near North Platte. The wedding was attended by his brother and sister, Herman and Miss Anna Becher, and the bride's brother, who is teacher at the German Lutheran church in the Oldenbush neighborhood. Mr. Becher and his bride will reside on the farm vacated this spring by Will Behlen. Miss Mienke formerly resided at Seward, but in recent years her home has been near North Platte, where her people are extensive land owners. [Route No. 3.]BUGGI-STACHURA--Frank Buggi of Route 4 and Miss Mary Stachura of Route 5 were married at the Catholic church in Columbus last Wednesday. The reception was held at the home of the bride and on Monday evening they came to their home on the farm southeast of Oconee, and the boys of the neighborhood turned out and gave them an old fashioned serenade. [Route No. 4.]
DIED
NELSON--Mrs. Anna Nelson, widow of Nels Nelson, sr., passed away at her home in South Columbus, Friday evening at seven o'clock, paralysis being the cause of her sudden death. Mrs. Nelson was seemingly enjoying good health until a few hours before her death she was taken ill, and this illness lasted only three hours when the final summons came. Gathered about her at this time was a number of her children who had een called to their mother's home. The deceased was a kind and loving wife and mother, always ready to lend a helping hand in sickness and sorrow. Her life should serve as an inspiration, the memory of which should shine out as a beacon light to show that the traits that go with the making of a good character are recognized for their true worth. Mr. and Mrs. Nelson were married in 1871, and at that time were residents of Sweden. In 1889 they came to America settling in Leigh, Nebraska, where in 1896 Mr. Nelson passed away. Shortly after her husband's death Mrs. Nelson came to Columbus, where she has since resided. She was the mother of eleven children, one of whom died in infancy. Those who mourn the loss of a kind and loving mother are Anton Nelson of Newman Grove, Mrs. Jake Kibler of Leigh, Miss Inez Nelson and Mrs. Henry Knudson of Newman Grove, Mrs. George Grubb, Mrs. C.C. Hardy, Axel J. Nelson, Joel W. Nelson, Nels, jr., and Alva Nelson of this city, all of whom were present at the funeral, which was held from the family residence Sunday afternoon at three o'clock, Rev. Dibble, pastor of the Congregational church officiating. Relatives and friends who attended the funeral were John Nelson of Leigh, P.L. Lund of Howells, Charles Ruth of Albion and Henry Knudson of Newman Grove.WAGNER--Mrs. Katherine Gregorius received a message from Omaha Friday morning stating that her daughter, Mrs. Robert A. Wagner had suddenly passed away, death resulting from heart failure. For several years the deceased had not enjoyed good health, but it was only of late her illness was considered dangerous. About six weeks ago Mrs. Wagner was brought to this city, with the hopes that the change might benefit her health, but she remained here only a few days when she again returned to Omaha, entered a hospital and there she remained until death relieved her of her sufferings. Mrs. Wagner, nee Miss Emma Gregorius of this city, was born in 1873, and was at the time of her death thirty-six years, seven months and eleven days old. Mrs. Wagner, was the widow of the late Robert A. Wagner, who died eight years ago. For the past four years the deceased has made her home in Omaha with her only son, Leonard, who is a young man of seventeen years of age. Mrs. Wagner was well known in Columbus as she spent most of her life in this city; and her many friends will be grieved to learn of her death. Besides an aged mother and one son, Mrs. Wagner leaves two brothers, F.R. and Wm. J. Gregorius, and three sisters, Mrs. George Loshbaugh, Mrs. Roy E. Pierce, and Mrs. C.A. Scott, all of whom reside in Columbus. The remains were brought to this city Saturday morning and the funeral services were held Sunday afternoon from the Catholic church, Father Marcellinus officiating and interment was made in the Catholic cemetery.
CROWE--The infant son of Mr. and Mrs. R.L. Crowe, residing on West Sixteenth street, died Tuesday after a short illness. Funeral services were held at the home Wednesday morning at 10 o'clock, Rev. Harkness officiating.
GERHOLD--Miss Mary Gerhold, oldest daughter of Mrs. Wm. Gerhold, who resides on a farm twelve miles southwest of Columbus, passed away in a Council Bluffs hospital Thursday, April 22, death resulting from peritonitis. The deceased had been ill only a short time and the news of her death came as a surprise to her friends. Miss Gerhold was born July 25, 1883, and was twenty-five years, six months and twenty-seven days old. Miss Gerhold formerly lived in this city and during her residence here was employed by the Condon & Walker company who were then engaged in business. After leaving the employ of this firm she went to Lindsay, where she was employed in a store then owned by Albert Rasmussen. Miss Gerhold was a member of the Catholic church and also a member of the Young Ladies Sodality of that church. The remains were brought to this city Friday, and on Saturday morning funeral services were held at the Catholic church and interment was made in the Columbus cemetery.
MILLER--Mrs. Mary Miller, one of the early settlers of Platte county, died Wednesday morning at the home of her son, William Miller, on West Seventeenth street, after a lingering illness. Mrs. Miller was born in Canton Berne, Switzerland, April 17, 1842, and came to America and Platte county in 1867. In 1868 she was married to John Miller and they resided on the homestead, near the Union Pacific railroad bridge, until thirteen years ago she came to this city and resided with her son William until her death. Her husband died fifteen years ago, two years prior to her moving to the city. Mrs. Miller leaves two sons, William M. and John C. of this city, and one sister, Mrs. Jacob Guter also of Columbus. Funeral services will be held Friday, and the hour and place will be announced later.
McCUNE--___ McCune of Oakland, precinct, was the victim of a most distressing fatal accident last Tuesday. He was hitching his team to the disc to go into the field, when they became unmanageable and knocked him down and run over him with the disc, cutting him badly. He was unable to withstand the shock and the cuts, and died about midnight Wednesday night. He leaves a wife and two grown sons. [Albion.]
SPRECHT--Word was received here the last of the week that John Sprecht, a former resident of Platte county, died Thursday morning of Bright's disease at the hospital in Prairie du Chien, Wisconsin, where he has been confined for some time. Mr. Sprecht's home was at Marathon, Wisconsin, where his wife (formerly Miss Katie Kruse of this place) and two children, a son and daughter, survive him. The funeral was held Monday at his boyhood home at Marshville, Wis. Mr. Sprecht was well known in Platte county having been in the saloon business at Platte Center and Cornlea for several years. Mrs. Sprecht has the sympathy of her many old friends in her sad bereavement. [Humphrey.]
VORHEES--Word was received by St. Edward relatives of Captain Alexander Vorhees, of his death Friday, April 16, 1909, at the Soldiers Home at Chicago. Captain Vorhees was well known to many Advance readers as he resided here for a number of years, many of his old company having lived here at some time. Captain Vorhees organized Co. K 21st. Iowa Volunteers in Hopkinton, Iowa, the company being composed almost exclusively of home boys. Messrs. J.H. McCutchen and Henry Guiles, are former members of the company still living here. Chas. Vorhees, a son who now resides in Albion, was also a member of his father's company. [St. Edward.]
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