Strangway-Thompson-Married on Monday evening at the residence of Geo. J. Burgess, Mr. Henry F. Strangway to Miss Mildred Thompson, both of Lansing, Colorado. Rev. Frank Durant united the happy couple in the most impressive manner with the beautiful ritual of the Episcopal church. Congratulations were next in order and after a little music and light refreshments the newly wedded pair departed with the best wishes of the assembled guests. Friday 19 January 1894

Anderson-Burnett-Wednesday at Hastings-Orville S. Burnett of McCook led to the altar Miss Grace Anderson of the first named city. The officiating clergyman was Rev. Mr. Scott of the Presbyterian church. A large number of friends were present. Mr. and Mrs. Burnett will be at home in McCook after February 1. Friday 26 January 1894

Hickey-McKenna-The occasion of the celebration of the first solemn high mass in McCook was the marriage in St. Patrick’s church, Wednesday morning last at 10:30 o’clock of Miss Louise A., sister to Pastor Hickey, and James W. McKenna. Pastors English of Hastings, Loughran of Minden, McGeveny and Phillips of Denver, and Brinker of Yuma were present and assisted in the impressive ceremony which occupied nearly two hours. At the conclusion of the ceremony Rev. McGeveny made few a remarks congratulating the happy young people, reminding them of the responsibilities assumed, giving them good advice and wishing them God speed. The entrance to the altar was an arch of flowers and the filled church presented a beautiful appearance. Miss Anna Hogan of Lincoln was bridesmaid and Will G. Reddin groomsman. Among those present from out of town were the relatives of the bride and groom from Hastings and New Hampshire. At the parsonage Pastor Hickey gave a splendid dinner to Mr. and Mrs. McKenna and invited guests, and in the evening the bride and groom left for Omaha and Kansas City for a visit. On their return they will get to home at once in the house at 611 Madison street, which is now furnished for their reception. The presents were numerous and beautiful. Friday 2 February 1894

A Quiet Wedding-A quiet little wedding party assembled at the residence of J.J. Garrard in this city to witness the marriage of Miss Carrie M. Clarkston and H.A. Hardy, both of Palisade. The groom was formerly a clerk in the Anderson grocery here. H.H. Berry officiated at the ceremony. Friday 9 February 1894

Al Abbott and Miss Lizzie Nichols were married Thursday, February 13th, at the bride’s home north of this place. The young couple were given a reception by J.W. Slutts and wife on Friday evening. They will reside on Mr. Slutt’s place east of town. The happy couple have the best wishes of a large circle of friends. Friday 23 February 1894

Deviney-Weick-Wednesday afternoon at 4 o’clock George P. Weick and Mrs. Mary A. Deviney were married at their future home in South McCook. H.H. Berry officiating. The groom is 66 years of age and the bride 58. All the children and grandchildren of Mr. Weick, besides a number of friends and neighbors, about sixty in all, were present and congratulated benedict and bride who had a pleasant word or a joking reply for each. Immediately after the ceremony and congratulations, a bountiful supper to the guests was served in the dining room and a merry one it was. In the evening the young and old folks enjoyed themselves dancing. The wedding will leave a pleasant memory to all present. The couple were the recipients of many beautiful and useful presents. The Times-Democrat extends it congratulations. Friday 23 February 1894

Updegraft-Saunders-Thirteen miles south of McCook Tuesday evening was the scene of a pleasant little wedding party at the home of the bride’s parents, Mr. and Mrs. C.H. Updegraft. Miss Eliza Updegraft was led to the altar by Thomas N., son of W.T. Saunders of McCook. H.H. Berry officiated. Miss Mamie Stroud acted as bridesmaid and Frank Nichols as groomsman. The groom’s parents, Mr. and Mrs. Thad Sheppard and Miss Nora Stroud of McCook were also among the guests. The presents were appropriate and plentiful. After a big supper and social visiting, dancing was enjoyed, and at a late hour the guests retired with good wishes to the young people. In addition to those from a distance nearly all the neighbors were present. The young benedict and wife will go at once to their home on the Saunders farm in Gerver precinct. Friday 2 March 1894

Harrison-Schloesser-Sunday afternoon, at the residence of the bride’s father, Ira Harrison in Box Elder, Miss Clara A. Harrison and Albert Schloesser were married. Rev. H.H. Berry officiated. The bride and groom received a number of nice presents and the congratulations of a host of friends, and The Times-Democrat wishes them long life and prosperity. Friday 9 March 1894

Kalina-Crawford-Tuesday, March 27th, Miss Anna M. Kalina of Hayes Centre and Nason A. Crawford, of this city were married in Hayes Centre. Judge M. J. Abbott, of that place officiating. Both young people are well and favorably known here, the bride having made her home here for some time, and the groom is in the efficient jeweler in Sutton’s where he has been for several years. The happy couple came here Wednesday evening and on Thursday a number of their friends gathered at the home of Mrs. Woods and tendered them their hearty congratulations, and several very pleasant homes were passed in a social way, during which time refreshments were served. The many friends of the bride and groom both here and elsewhere extend to them their kindest and best wishes. The best wishes of the Times-Democrat are extended to them, and they will be always happy by having this great family comfort to read. Friday 30 March 1894

An interesting wedding ceremony occurred here April 3, when at the Catholic church Miss Helena Fassen and Mr. Mat Tenis of Alliance were married. Rev. Mr. Sproll officiated. The church was filled with guests. The presents were numerous and fine. The young folks are well known and popular. They will occupy rooms for the present in the John Tenis home. Friday 6 April 1894

Married by A.E. Miller at his home in East Valley precinct on April 1, 1894, Mr. Bert Snyder and Miss Laura Paine. The bride has been a very popular and successful teacher in this county for several years. Bartley Inter Ocean Friday 13 April 1894

Evans-Scott-On Monday evening Miss Ida May, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. W.J. Evans, and John W. Scott were married at the home of the bride’s parents, four miles southeast of this city, Rev. Frank Durant officiating. Mr. Scott has been clerking in the Commercial Hotel for some time and is acquainted with and liked by every patron of that well known house. The bride has been making her home in the city for about a year and is an estimable young lady. The happy young couple will make their home here and have the best wishes of numerous friends for their future, with whom The Times-Democrat joins in its congratulations. The young couple were the recipients of a large number of handsome and useful presents. 20 April 1894

Sandberg-Westland-Cards were received this week announcing the wedding of Miss Lottie Sandberg, to Frank G. Westland, of this city at the home of the bride in Lincoln, on Wednesday, May 16th, 1894. They will be at home to their friends after June 1st at their residence on Melvin street. The groom is one of the railroad boys of this place and a general favorite. He and his bride will receive a hearty welcome on their arrival home. The Times-Democrat extends its best and kindest wishes to the bride and heartiest congratulations to the happy groom. May their lives always be as pleasant as their honeymoon. Friday 18 May 1894

Charles King and Miss Helen Lehn were married at the Catholic church here on Tuesday. A very large congregation was present and witnessed the ceremony. In the afternoon and evening a reception was held at the home of the bride’s parents seven miles southwest of town to which it is said about three hundred were in attendance and an excellent time was enjoyed by all. The young couple start out with the best wishes of a host of friends. They will live in the Barber house here. Friday 8 June 1894

Woods-Ryan-Mr. Elvin Woods of Danbury and Miss Tinnie Ryan of Wilsonville were united in holy bonds of matrimony at Beaver City today, Judge Anderson tied the knot. We learn of the marriage of the young couple just as we go to press. The event was entirely unexpected by the young lady’s friends. The groom is but little acquainted here but the bride is one of our most popular young ladies. We congratulate the young man, but we are sorry to lose Miss Ryan from the band and social circles. They are at Danbury now where they will make their future home. Wilsonville Review. The Times-Democrat extends best wishes to the newly married couple. Friday 15 June 1894

Tullys-Davidson-Friday evening at 6:30 o’clock Miss Sadie E. Tulleys and Henry L. Davison were married at the residence of George E. Leming in this city by Rev. A.W. Cottman. The wedding was a very quiet one, no invited guests, and the young couple left on No. l the same evening for Lincoln for a short visit with friends of the groom. Both the contracting parties are well and favorably known in this city and are active workers in the Epworth League. The groom is a machinist for the B & M and has charge of the air brakes and appliances at the machine shop. The happy couple have the best wishes of numerous friends here and elsewhere. They will be at home to their friends after June 15, at 807 Main Street. Friday 15 June 1894

Beardslee-Hill-Tuesday at noon Miss Maud Beardslee and George C. Hill were married at the home of the bride’s parents in this place. The bride is the daughter of I.M. Beardslee, and one of Indianola’s beautiful and popular young ladies. The groom was raised here, his parents settling on the land on which part of the town is now built and has grown up with the country. He is manager of the Barnett Lumber Co.’s business at this place, and an excellent young man. On Thursday evening E. S. Hill and wife, gave a reception at their residence to the young couple. It was a most enjoyable affair, excellent refreshments were served and everyone enjoyed the evening. The Times-Democrat extends to the happy young couple its best wishes for their future. Friday 15 June 1894

Way-Culbertson-Miss Eva Way and Harry Culbertson of this city were married at the home of the bride’s parents in Madrid, Nebraska, Sunday. The bride is a very estimable young lady, and the groom is well known among all the railroad boys here, where he has been for the past two years, and is now night foreman at the round house. They arrived Tuesday night and will reside on Monroe street. The happy couple have the best wishes of The Times-Democrat. Friday 29 June 1894

Bell-Huber-William Huber and Miss Mary Bell enjoyed an excursion to Oberlin Sunday and came back husband and wife. Congratulations. Friday 12 July 1894

A Happy Wedding-The wedding of Miss Tillie M. Barnes and Edward J. Mitchell, both of Indianola, Tuesday evening, at 7:30 o’clock was a very pleasant one. The bride has for several years been the teacher of the King’s Band, lately known as the Junior Endeavor Society, which consists of forty little ones. Outside of the families of the contracting parties thirty-seven of these little ones were the only persons present to witness the ceremony, and they evidently enjoyed and felt proud of the distinction shown them. The ceremony was performed by Rev. C.D. Gearhart, after which the happy couple was congratulated by all present. Refreshments were then served and the little ones sent home about 9 o’clock. It was a very happy wedding and one that will be remembered by a large number of those present for many years, it being the first one they ever witnessed. The bride and groom have the best wishes of many friends both here and in their former homes, from whom they received many beautiful presents. The young couple go to housekeeping immediately. Friday 27 July 1894

Invitations are out for the marriage of Miss Cora A. Russell to Roy T. Hendershot on Wednesday evening, August 15th, 1894 at 8 o’clock at the home of the bride’s parents. They will be at home to their friends in Indianola after September 1st. Friday 10 August 1894

John McClung and Miss Tene McAlpine were married at Firth Tuesday and arrived here Wednesday night. Both young people are well known here. The groom has lived here since boyhood, the bride for several years, until the death of her mother not long ago. The happy young couple have the congratulations and best wishes of their many acquaintances. Friday 10 August 1894

Tennant Bedell and Miss Minnie Fairbanks of Culbertson, took out a marriage license in Hitchcock County last week. The many friends here of Tennant, who was a resident of this place two or three years ago congratulate and give him their best wishes. Friday 14 September 1894

Ritchie-Starks-Wednesday evening, September 12th, 1894 at 6 o’clock Miss Annie Young Ritchie and George W. Starks were married at the home of the bride’s uncle, James T. Ritchie in this city, Rev. H.L. Preston officiating. The wedding was attended only be a few dear friends. The bride is well known here, having been in the post office for several years past, and was a general favorite liked and respected by all. Mr. Starks is a fireman running out from here, and is a young man of many good qualities. The young couple have the best wishes of a host of friends. They left the evening of their marriage for a week’s trip east. They will go to housekeeping in this city on their return. Friday 14 September 1894

Mary A. Colling, daughter of Nick Colling, and Arthur M. Wilson, employee of the electric light company, were married Monday evening in the Catholic church, Rev. J.W. Hickey officiating. Friday 12 October 1894

Slaby-Beyrer-Miss Lizzie Slaby of Red Cloud and Edward Beyrer of this city were married at the home of the bride Wednesday. The happy young couple are well known here, the bride having visited here frequently. They passed through here Wednesday evening to Denver for a short visit. The many friends of the happy young couple extend to them their best wishes with whom The Times-Democrat joins. Friday 19 October 1894

O’Leary-Madsen-Wednesday morning at 10:30 Miss Kate, daughter of Mr. O’Leary, proprietor of the St. Charles Hotel and Peter Madsen were married in the Catholic church, Rev. J.W. Hickey officiating. The church was well filled with invited guests and the altar was decorated with an abundance of beautiful roses. The bride was dressed in an elegant and beautiful white silk with a long train. The groom in the conventional black. Miss Nellie O’Leary acted as bridesmaid and Jerry Mullen as groomsman. In the evening the young couple were serenaded by many of their acquaintances, and a number of Peter’s friends formed a parade and hauled him in a cart along Dennison street and a lively time they had for about half an hour. Their friends wish them well. Friday 19 October 1894

Bean-Royce-Mr. Roy Royce and Miss Frankie Bean were united in marriage 8 o’clock Wednesday evening at the residence of H.W.B. Norris. Wm. Wigton was best man and Miss Nellie Dowd bridesmaid. Rev. Harry Omar Scott officiated. Those present from abroad were Mr. and Mr. Kelley of McCook, Mr. and Mrs. McAlpin of Oskaloosa, Iowa. The repast was an elegant one. The groom is a first-class and popular young man, and the bride a charming and accomplished young lady. We wish them success-Hastings Tribune Friday 9 November 1894

Evans-Crowell-A very pleasant wedding took place at the home of W.J. Evans yesterday evening, at which time their daughter, Miss Ella, was joined to Mr. W.E. Crowell by the bonds of matrimony. The bride is a beautiful and estimable young lady, and the groom is a young man of excellent habits, he is employed in Wilcox’s meat market. The many friends of the happy couple among whom The Times-Democrat wishes to be numbered, extend to them their best wishes and hope they may always be happy and prosperous. Friday 30 November 1894

McMillen-Webster-Yesterday afternoon Miss Ollie McMillen and Wm. W. Webster were married at the residence of Robert Smith in West McCook, where the bride has made her home since living here, H.H. Berry, officiating. The bride is from Ottumwa, Iowa, and is an estimable young lady. Mr. Webster is a well known baseball player to all lovers of the national game in the western part of the state, and is now a cook in the Palace restaurant. The friends of the young couple wish them a long and happy life, and The Times-Democrat joins with them in their good wishes. Friday 30 November 1894

A Happy Wedding-The marriage of Miss Ella Evans to Wm. E. Crowell at the home of the bride’s parents five miles east of town on Thanksgiving evening was a very pleasant one and was attended by a large number of invited guests. Presents were received. An excellent supper was served and the guests departed after a good social time and hearty congratulations and best wishes to the young couple. Friday 7 December 1894

Welborn-Owens-Wednesday evening Miss Lila Welborn of this place and Harry Z. Owens, of Ouray, Colorado were united in marriage at the home of the bride’s uncle, John W. Welborn, Rev. Mr. Crago officiating. The wedding took place at 7:30 p.m. and was private, none but immediate relatives of the couple were present. The young couple left on the 9:20 train for Lincoln where they will visit the groom’s mother for a week, when they will go to their home in Ouray. The bride is a daughter of J.F. Welborn, of Wellfleet, but has been teaching school here for several years, and at the time of her marriage was the primary teacher in the public schools of this town. She is a very estimable young lady, one who is well thought of and liked by everyone. The groom formerly resided in this county and made his home for several years with P.T. Francis. But he has been in the mountains for several years past, and now holds the position of local superintendent in the Double Standard Mining Co., of which Gen. A. McD. McCook is general business manager. The best wishes of a host of friends go with the young couple. The Times-Democrat extends its congratulations and hopes their future may be a happy and prosperous one. Friday 14 December 1894

John Barber of Fritsch precinct died Saturday night, January 13, aged 83 years, at the home of his son six miles north of town. He was well known by all the early settlers in the county. Rev. W.M. Taylor of Bartley, who knew him in Rimersburg, Pa., his former home, conducted funeral services in the Congregational church here. A large number of relatives and friends were present to assist in laying the body to rest. Friday 19 January 1894

John Etter at Home-Tuesday morning at 3:30 o’clock the venerable John Etter suddenly and without warning took his departure from his temporary, earthly home in McCook and went to his permanent, heavenly home, with the Father above. The loss to the bereaved family was a severe shock and its members have the sympathy of all in the death of the loved father and husband. Mr. Etter has long been in feeble health from a continued attack of dropsy and heart disease, but was seemingly in no danger of taking final leave. The evening before he complained that his stomach was in an unsettled condition and during the night was more restless than usual and a few minutes after 3 o’clock he arose from his bed and took some medicine, which he failed to retain. He walked the floor for a few minutes and seemed to be suffering. His wife suggested something and he replied that he would wait until morning, as he was up and down all night. He then walked to the bed and sat down. Almost immediately he threw up both hands, uttered an exclamation and fell backwards, expiring within a few minutes. Mrs. Etter ran down stairs for her son George and the latter was at the father’s side in a moment. A physician arrived five minutes later, but the end had come. The head of the family was past human aid. The funeral services were held at the family residence - the Commercial Hotel-yesterday afternoon at 2:30. Rev. F. Durant of the Episcopal church conducted the services. John Etter was born at Middletown, Doniphan Cunty, Pennsylvania, November 2, 1828, and was therefore in his 66th year. At Shermansdale, Perry County, in the same state, November 2, 1858, he married to Miss Catherine Rebecca Louck, who survives him. In 1872 Mr. Etter and family moved to Centralia, Kansas, where until 1890 he went to Deadwood, where his health began to fail. In November, 1892, he came to McCook and since his son, George, has had charge of the Commercial Hotel he has made his home there. Six children, three boys and three girls are left to mourn the loss. Landlord George Etter, a younger brother, Stephen, and Miss Maggie are residents of this town. The other two daughters are Mrs. Heller of Cambria, Wyoming and Mrs. John Baridge of Atchison, Kansas. The other son, John, lives at Neosho, Missouri, and he was able to be here at the funeral. His sisters were not. An uncle, W.H. Dewalt of Vermillion, Kansas, was also present at the funeral. Friday 16 February 1894

Death of Mrs. McAlpine-What is home without a mother, was brought home to the McAlpine family with comparative suddenness at Indianola Saturday evening, when Mrs. Catherine McAlpine passed through the Golden Gate, and all who had the honor of acquaintance with the good woman mourned with her children their loss. In life the heart and hand of Mrs. McAlpine was ever ready to lighten the blow of adversity that fell against her neighbors, and their having attention to her in her last sickness and the outpouring to pay the last tribute of respect to all that was mortal of her showed how deep was the affection of all who knew her. The funeral services were held in the Congregational church Sunday and Rev. C.D. Gearhart preached an eloquent sermon and forcefully told the story of a life which had been full of good deeds, left as an example and a valuable legacy for the children who are to join her after awhile. The funeral arrangements were in charge of Mr. Thomas Duncan. A special choir furnished the music and the home and the church were beautifully decorated with flowers and plants. The body was taken to Firth for interment. The deceased had just passed the first third of her fifty-nine year and had only been seriously ill for a few days. Diabetes was the immediate cause of death. Eight children are left without a mother-James of McCook, John of Denver, Eanel D. of Lyons, Colorado, A.D. of Sterling, Colorado, the Misses Tenie and Mary F. Indianola, Mrs. B.S, Marvin of Deadwood, and Mrs. Edgar Champion of Firth. The kindness of friends at Indianola is appreciated by all members of the family. All the children were present at the end. Friday 23 February 1894

Death of Mrs. Maggie McAdams O’Neil-Another instance that death loves a shining mark was the death Sunday morning of Maggie, the wife of J.A. O’Neil, near the close of the twenty-second year of her life. It is literally true that the departed young woman had not an enemy among all the many who knew her. On the contrary, every acquaintance was her friend and she merited the friendship. The exceptionally large number who congregated to pay the last tributes of respect and love was a touching testimonial of this. The blow is a hard one on the McAdams family and for the husband and his infant child, and the sympathy of the entire community is manifest. The funeral services were held Tuesday in St. Patrick’s Catholic church, Rev. J.W. Hickey officiating and were impressive. The casket was practically buried in flowers, and plants and other flowers filled the space around. A beautiful wreath with the word “Maggie” in relief surmounted the floral offerings. The pall bearers were: Wm. Reddin, James McKenna, Stephen Finn, James Egan, Patrick Dole and William Fane. A brother, John McAdams, came from Sedalia Monday to attend the services. The deceased was born in Chatfield, Fillmore county, Minnesota, April 20, 1872 and moved with the family to McCook in 1886. She was married April 18, 1893. Every consideration and attention was shown the bereaved families by neighbors and friends and the Times-Democrat is requested to acknowledge the appreciation of the families. Friday 2 March 1894

Death of Mrs. Laidley-Tuesday evening Mrs. A.M. Laidley, mother of Brakeman Ed Laidley, died at her home in McCook. Pneumonia was the cause of he death. The deceased was in her fifty second year. The remains were taken to Oxford for burial and the funeral services were held there. Friday 9 March 1894

Death of A.H. Barnes-Albert H. Barnes was born in Allegheny City, Pa., August 7, 1861. He was educated in the public schools and showed from his earliest youth the systematic habit of painstaking application which characterized his matured years. At an early age he left school to earn his own living as an errand boy, as a clerk in a store, as bookkeeper, and finally as a traveling salesman for Heinz & Co. of Pittsburgh. His thoughtfulness for others, and his quite unassuming manner gained for him many friends. And when, at the age of 24 he left Pennsylvania to take up his residence in Nebraska, great regret was expressed by all who knew him. In 1885 he arrived in Red Willow County, and in the following year was appointed to a position under County Clerk C.D. Cramer. The competent manner in which he performed his duties led to his appointment as County clerk, under George W. Roper in 1888. This place he filled for six years to the satisfaction of all who had business in the court house. Always calm, always patient, he transacted business without friction and with promptness and accuracy. Recognition of his services and the sterling worth of his character led to his nominated by the Republican convention in 1893 as candidate for treasurer. The campaign was hotly contested, but in the bitterest moments of the fight no charge was made affecting the integrity of Albert Barnes. He bore himself during the entire contest with a dignity and good nature which disarmed criticism and won unqualified praise, even from political enemies -he had no others. By the election in November, Albert Barnes, became the choice of the people of Red Willow County for the office of county treasurer. In January he entered upon his work qualified by temperament and experience to faithfully perform the duties imposed upon him by his fellow citizens. No person visiting the office could help being impressed by the efficient manner in which its affairs were conducted and the courteous consideration with which all alike were treated. County Clerk Roper says that in close connections with Albert Barnes for six years, there never arose a word of disagreement in any business or personal matter. His helpfulness to others, his personal humility, and his strong sense of private and official duty joined to clerical attainments of a high order made him an ideal public servant. But the shadow of the end had already appeared in his path. For some years he had been afflicted a catarrhal trouble which had affected his heart. Under the earnest solicitation of friends, he consented to take a brief vacation in the hope of recovering his lost health. On the 13th of March he started on a journey to California. He remained at the St. James hotel in Denver until the evening of March 22 when a fire occurred in the building while the guests were at supper. During the excitement he caught a severe cold and as he proceeded on his way westward he suffered from it not a little but considered it nothing serious. On the 24th he was compelled to ask the conductor of the train to call a physician who intimated that his condition demanded care which could only be obtained by leaving the train. About noon they reached Flagstaff, Arizona, but 30 miles distant from where the physician was called, but 2000 feet higher in altitude. Accompanied by the physician who had taken a kindly interest in him from the first, Albert Barnes here left the train. His vacation journey was at an end. Though a thousand miles from home and with no person near him whom he had ever seen before, he was surrounded and cared for by kind and thoughtful friends. Mr. R.N. Cameron who was on the platform at the station recognized in the dying traveler a brother Knight Templar and rendered every possible assistance. A local physician was called and Mr. Barnes was taken to a hotel where he again received delicate and thoughtful treatment. Judge John J. Hawkins of the Supreme Court of the territory aided in his care and so realized Emerson’s famous saying “There should be no such word as stranger in the language.” Here with all that human sympathy could devise to comfort him he fell asleep on Saturday, March 24, 1894, aged 32 years, 7 months, 17 days. The friends who stood by say that the end was very peaceful and that to the very last he showed his kindly appreciation of their ministrations. A committee from St. John Commandery of McCook, consisting of Sir Knights E.E. Lowman, E.C. Ballew, H.H. Easterday and Dr. F. W. Eskey, left Sunday evening for Denver to meet the remains and accompany them to their final resting place at Indianola. On their arrival Tuesday evening they were taken in charge by the Masonic fraternity. Wednesday morning a special car from McCook conveyed the commandery of the Knights Templar and a large number citizens to Indianola. The funeral services were held in the Congregational church at 2 o’clock p.m. They were conducted by the Rev. Howard S. MacAyeal of Cambridge assisted by Rev. Geo. E. Taylor of Indianola A letter from the Presbyterian minister of Flagstaff, Arizona, was read by Rev. Mr. Taylor. It conveyed the information to the family and friends that Albert Barnes, departed this life in the full faith of a Christian. Appropriate hymns were rendered by the Congregational choir and after the services at the church the remains were followed to the Indianola cemetery by a large concourse of citizens. Friday 30 March 1894

The death of James Blackson has cast a gloom over the entire community. He came to Red Willow in 1885. He was G.A.R. man. The funeral services were conducted by Rev. H.H. Butcher of Bartley, assisted by Rev. Wm. Taylor and Rev. Mr. Clark. Friday 6 April 1894

John O’Byrne and wife of Freedom precinct was called to mourn the death of their infant child last Tuesday. The remains were taken to McCook for burial on Wednesday. The little one was only five days old.-Trenton Register Friday 13 April 1894

Obituaries-D.J. Smith-Devier J. Smith died Tuesday May 1st, 1894, at the St. Charles Hotel, of heart disease, aged 52 years. Mr. Smith was born in Dodge County, Wisconsin, in May, 1842 and has been in the livery business in this city for several years. He was taken sick last Friday evening and gradually became weaker until death relieved his suffering. The funeral services were held in the M.E. church Wednesday afternoon, Rev. A.W. Coffman officiating and the remains interred in the cemetery at this place under the auspices of the A.O.U.W. lodge of which order he was a member. He leaves a wife and three children, all grown. David D., who took charge of the stable a short time ago, being the only one of the family here, the others live elsewhere. D.D. Smith wishes to thank those who kindly rendered their aid in his time of need. Friday 4 May 1894

Clifford Rice-Youngest child of Dr. and Mrs. A.T. Rice aged 1 year and 10 months died May 1st, 1894 at one o’clock a.m. of pneumonia resulting from measles after several days suffering. The services were held at the home of the parents on Tuesday afternoon by Rev. H.L. Preston and A.W. Cottman and was attended by a large number. The bereaved ones have the sympathy of the community. The parents wish to express their gratitude to all for the many kindnesses done for them during their great sorrow. Friday 4 May 1894

The infant daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Geo. E. King, died Monday May 7th, 1894, of diphtheria. The remains were laid to rest Tuesday in the Indianola cemetery. The bereaved parents have the sympathy of the entire community.-Courier Friday 18 May 1894

Died: Wednesday, May 9, 1894, of rheumatism aged 4 years, 8 months and 4 days, Lora K., daughter of Mr. and Mrs. John J. Lamborn. The funeral service will take place at the home at 2 p.m. today, Rev. P.S. Mather officiating. The little one was sick for about two weeks. The family have the sympathy of all in their affliction.-Courier Friday 18 May 1894

Died: At her home in Driftwood precinct, Mary, the wife Chas. R. Knobbs, on Tuesday May 8th, 1894 of measles. She left a family of five children, who, we are informed are all suffering with the measles. Friday 18 May 1894

Mrs. Joslin who has been sick for some time, died Friday at 3 o’clock p.m. and was buried Saturday afternoon. The funeral services were held at the house. The deceased leaves a husband and five children to mourn her loss. The bereaved family have the sympathy of a large circle of friends. Friday 25 May 1894

The three weeks old baby of J.A. Hammond and wife died last Sunday morning of measles. The funeral services were held at the parent’s home, Rev. C.D. Gearhart officiating. The remains of the little one was buried in the cemetery here. The bereaved father and mother have the sympathy of their many friends. Friday 1 June 1894

Drowned in the Ditch-Tuesday a party of young men from Blackwood in Hitchcock County were fishing along the river and the Meeker ditch. When they came to one of the lakes along the ditch they went in swimming. Ole Olson, one of the party, about nineteen years old in trying to swim across, was taken suddenly with a cramp and sank. The parties who were with him seemingly became paralyzed with fright, except a relative of his who is crippled, who waded into the water almost to his chin and with a long stick, which the unfortunate young man clutched, drew him almost out of the deep water, and had the balance of the party been capable to act the young fellow might have been saved. But he lost his hold of the stick and was drowned. None of his comrades were very good swimmers and together with, perhaps superstition, their fright hindered them from recovering the body. William Little, an expert diver who is in the employ of the ditch company was called and recovered the body about 10 o’clock in the evening. Friday 1 June 1894

A Sad Bereavement-Yesterday, Thursday morning Jacob Steinmetz, Jr., aged 5 years, 5 months, died, after an illness of several weeks. The deceased was an only son and a bright, intelligent, manly little fellow, who was the idol of the family, and the sorrowing parents have the sympathy of the entire community. The funeral services were held in the German Lutheran church yesterday afternoon at 3 o’clock conducted by H.H. Berry, and a German minister from Culbertson. A large congregation was present, the city officials going in a body, to show their sympathy for their brother councilman. The remains were interred in the cemetery here. Friday 8 June 1894

Death Relives a Sufferer-For some months past Miss Virginia E. Wilson has been afflicted severely with a cancer, which caused her untold agony. Yet with all her dreadful pain she has borne up under her affliction as only a true and faithful Christian could. Last Friday, June 1st, death bought relief from her sufferings. She was born in Auburn, Rich County, West Virginia, and has been a resident of this city for several years. Early in life she joined the Methodist church and has ever since been a consistent member. The funeral was held Saturday afternoon and was conducted by her former pastor, Rev. P.S. Mather, at the M.E. church, and her remains interred in the cemetery here. Friday 8 June 1894

Last Friday evening Mrs. David Deveney, seven miles south of here, died suddenly. She had been sick with measles and had sufficiently recovered to come to town and so about the house and farm though still weak. She had been out in the yard talking to her husband and went into the house, a neighbor lady came soon after to call and found she was very sick and immediately told Mr. Deveney who hastened for a doctor, but she was beyond medical aid and died in a short time after the doctor arrived. She leaves a husband and family of four small children. The funeral services were held in the Methodist church in this place Sunday morning, Rev. James Lisle officiating, and the remains were interred in the cemetery. The bereaved family have the heartfelt sympathy of the community in their great sorrow. Friday 22 June 1894

Last Saturday night about 12 o’clock Henry Baxter, one of the old settlers of this place, died after an illness of about two weeks, during which time he suffered greatly. He has been a resident of this place about fifteen years, and was at one time one of the most enterprising citizens. Mr. Baxter was a native of Connecticut and was an old soldier. In 1886 he was elected county judge and served one term. He was a cigar maker by trade and run a shop here for some time but for several years had not been engaged in business until about two years ago he opened up a grocery in his store building on Main street. He was 64 years of age and leaves a wife, who has been in poor health for the past couple of months. The funeral services were held at the residence Monday morning, and was attended by a large number of friends. His remains were interred in the cemetery here. His wife has the heartfelt sympathy of the community in her sorrow. Friday 29 June 1894

Mrs. R.E. Moore, who has been sick for some time, died at her home on Saturday, July 7th, 1894. The funeral services were held in the church Monday afternoon and were largely attended, and her remains were interred in the Box Elder cemetery. The deceased leaves a husband, parents, brothers and sisters in this vicinity to mourn her loss, and they have the sympathy of the entire community. Friday 13 July 1894

Death of Mary Moore-Mary May, eldest daughter of Mr. and Mrs. J. H. Moore, died July 15, 1894, aged six years, eight months and two days of diphtheria and was buried Sunday afternoon. Friday 20 July 1894

A Sad Death-On Wednesday George Burt and family and some of their neighbors went to the Willow, near the mouth of that creek, for a picnic. After dinner Mr. Burt and the boys went to the creek and were having considerable fun. Two of his sons got into a deep hole and he rescued the younger one with much difficulty and was almost exhausted when he got him to shore, and could not reach the other before he sank for the last time. They immediately sent for aid and J.F. Helm came and after some time he found the body and bought it out and it was brought here. Drs. Eskey and Ballard worked several hours to bring back life but without success. The body was placed in a coffin and taken to his former home. Charles Burt, the unfortunate young man, was about nineteen years of age, and an industrious and excellent young man. The parents who saw him drowned without being able to save him were almost wild with grief. The entire community sympathize sincerely with the stricken family in their sorrow. Friday 20 July 1894

Death of Mrs. Bunnell-Mrs. W.W. Bunnell died at her home four miles northeast of McCook on Saturday July 14, 1894 at the age of 51 years. She was a consistent member of the Methodist church from her girlhood, until death called her across the river to the better home. Five children and a husband are left to mourn her going, and to live in the hope of the meeting on the other shore. The funeral took place Tuesday forenoon from the M.E. church in this city. In the absence of the pastor, Rev. H. L. Preston, of the Congregational church, preached the sermon. Friday 20 July 1894

Ryan-Winnie, daughter of C.J. Ryan and wife died Saturday morning aged 4 years and 5 months. Her death was caused by an abscess on her neck the result of scarlet fever from which dread disease she had seemingly recovered about a week ago. The remains were taken to Grafton Sunday morning where they were interred. The sorrowing family have the sympathy of the community. Friday 3 August 1894

Rooney-Last Friday the infant child of L.H. Rooney and wife died of cholera infantum. The funeral was held Saturday and the remains buried in the cemetery here. The bereaved parents have the sympathy of many friends. Friday 3 August 1894

Kendlen-Sunday evening, Anna, the eldest child of Mr. and Mrs. Frank Kendlen, died after a short illness, aged about one and a half years. She was a bright little one who had endeared herself to all their friends by her winning ways and her parents especially. The heartfelt sympathy of their numerous friends go out to them in their sorrow. The body was taken to Hastings Tuesday for burial. Friday 3 August 1894

In Memory of G.R. Oyster-The funeral services of Granville R. Oyster held in the Congregational church last Thursday were attended by a large number of friends, the church was crowded, and many stood outside under umbrellas, notwithstanding the disagreeable weather. The following is the sermon delivered by Rev. H.L. Preston: “Comfort ye, comfort ye my people saith your God.“ The name of the God whom we serve is Love. The message that his true servant bears must be a message of love. And so would we this day comfort the sorrowing, who of all people are God’s people. But with human words one must hesitate to pass the sacred threshold of sorrow, and speak to hearts that are sore wounded with grief’s arrows, for our words are rude and our hands are rough, even when our heart’s best sympathy goes with our efforts. In the sanctuary of mourning bought but tears are fitted to fall in the soul that may nourish hope till the budding plantlet grows strong once more. Even the message that the Son of God sends to us then, seems to vibrate out harmony with the heart’s tense chords, yet, it bears healing and help yes, and strength-even in the midnight of woe. “Let not your heart be troubled” Oh, Lord, how can we help but be troubled? What else does the world hold for the heart when the bolt of Jehovah has smitten the strong oak about which the vines trust entwines? Let not your heart be troubled, ye believe in God, believe also in me. In my father’s house are many mansions, if it were not so I would have told you; for I go to prepare a place for you and if I go to prepare a place for you I come again and will receive you unto myself, that where I am there ye may be also.” And so it was we come to the message of Christ to one who holds in his hands the destiny of all mankind. And when he says, let not your heart be troubled he says it because His resources are greater than these few earthly things, and when He does but draw away the veil a little, He gives us glimpses of mansions that love-which is God’s other name is preparing for his people. Let not your heart be troubled with despair when God says not, for Christ himself has suffered, yet in confidence, and He has risen. Yet as we look on the resurrection and ascension, which we hope shall prefigure our own. Let us never forget that in the background of His triumph is a tomb. While we stand dazed and saying, we cannot understand, yet let us say as well some day we’ll understand. August 15th, 1851-July 31st, 1894. Between these dates is written the history of Granville R. Oyster. On every hand is this testimony that he was a true, good man; as neighbor, companion and friend, helpful and genial. But his history is written in the esteem of the people of McCook, and better than I might repeat it, for he has written it with the pen of life. In the home, that was the capital city of his affection, he gave the best that he had to its perfecting. And it was not more attractive without, than, was the glad harmonious interest and love within. Where father and mother and children in unity of air sought each other’s happiness. And in the days to come, days in whose skies the clouds of sorrow shall carry the rain of tears, the memory of his life shall be like the breaking forth of the sun through the rifts in the clouds. And you seek concerning those mansions, that Christ has gone to prepare? And you say did he look upward? And did he call that home where the Lord calls each one of us to come? What inheritance had he there? I am glad to be able to say this that, even there he turned his thought, for the good brother who ministered to him in the things of God. Friday 10 August 1894

A Sudden Death-Saturday evening, August 4th, 1894, this city was surprised and pained to hear of the sudden death of R.R. Steward that evening. He had been in town all the afternoon making arrangements to drive across the country to Colorado and was in excellent spirits and seemingly good health. He started for his home, about two miles north of town, in the evening, where he arrived and seeing one of his horses in the road a little farther on rode past the house, got the horse, came back and just after getting into the yard he fell from the horse. He was seen falling and immediately help was by his side and he was carried into the house where he died a few moments without regaining consciousness. Robert Richard Steward was born in Georgia, September 6th, 1845. He served in the Confederate army during the war of the rebellion during which service, he lost a leg. He came to the eastern part of Nebraska and lived several years and returned to his native state and returning to this one about two year ago, located here. He was a member of the Methodist church. The funeral services were held at his former home, and was largely attended. Rev. .W. Cottman officiating. The pall bears were G.A.R. men who helped to lay his remains tenderly away. Mr. Steward was an excellent man of whom all can speak well. He leaves a widow to mourn his sudden departure. Friday 10 August 1894

The Death of George Etter-Not to the citizens of McCook alone, but to all the traveling public who visit Southwestern Nebraska, is the death of George Etter a personal loss. His relations with those with whom he came in contact were nearer and kinder than are possible to most men, for to his great heart all men were friends, and there was no such word as stranger in his language. Four weeks ago he was stricken with paralysis, and at first his physicians promised recovery, but dangerous symptoms developed and he gradually sunk into an unconscious state from which he never rallied, and at 1:30 o’clock Wednesday morning he breathed his last, surrounded by his mother, sister and brother and a few friends, who had hoped and watched for his return to health for so long a time. George L. Etter was born in Middletown, Pennsylvania, November 20th, 1863, and at the time of his death was 30 years, 10 months and 25 days old. In 1887 he entered the Commercial Hotel as clerk, and with the exception of one year’s absence in the south, he has presided in the office ever since. In partnership with H.H. Miller he took charge of the hotel as proprietor in 1893 and brought to bear in the management his ripe experience and accurate knowledge of what is demanded in a good hotel. A frequent guest at the Commercial said of him to the writer, “George Etter was the best hotel clerk I ever knew.” His patience was phenomenal, and his quickness to anticipate a want or add to a comfort made it a please to remain in his house. Ladies and children, old men and invalids united is his praise, and the same gentleman who spoke so highly of him said that he found in distant cities persons who remembered McCook the best by courtesy and kindness of George Etter. In all local affairs he was liberal and active and as a citizen he will be missed, while to his immediate family he was an ideal son and brother. Thursday morning Rev. Frank Durant read the touching words of the Episcopal burial service, preached a brief sermon and the remains of George Etter were laid to rest. To say, in lonely country places, in crowded places and on moving trains, men are saying of him words of highest praise. A genial companion, a loyal friend, a faithful servant, a kind master, an excellent man of business one whose memory will never die with those who knew him, but whose warm hand grasp and pleasant smile will be treasured to have and to hold until they also are called hence and their good works do follow them. Friday 17 August 1894

Death from Lock Jaw-Joseph Jones, the thirteen year old son of W.M. Jones, the proprietor of a livery barn here came to his death on Friday last by lock jaw, caused by a splinter of wood penetrating his foot while he was jumping. The wound was supposed to be healing properly when the boy was seized with spasms and died in great agony. Joe was a member of the fifth grade in our schools and was a great favorite. Friday 24 August 1894

The infant child of F.A. Pennell died early Saturday morning and was laid to rest the same day. The little one had been a great sufferer but was supposed to be recovering from its long illness of the early spring. Friday 24 August 1894

Death of Wm. E. Kilgore-Tuesday evening about 8 o’clock William E. Kilgore died after a sickness of just two weeks aged 37 years. The circumstances surrounding his death were sad. He contracted small pox from his wife two weeks ago and though he did not have the disease in its worst form, having weak lungs, naturally, and some heart trouble these combinations proved fatal. Saturday evening he had hemorrhage of the lungs and it was thought he could not live long, but he rallied and seemed to improve but Tuesday his heart trouble asserted itself and during the afternoon he gradually grew weaker until evening when he quietly and peacefully passed away, retaining his mental faculties to the end. He realized his end was near and had made all arrangement for his final departure, and resignedly awaited its coming. He has been a resident of this county 21 years except two years spent in California, coming here when but a boy with his parents, J. H. Kilgore and wife, who still live on the old homestead near Indianola. He was married to Miss Ella Jones of Bondville precinct in 1880. Three children were born to them all of whom are dead. His remains were interred in the cemetery here. The sorrowing wife and relatives have the heartfelt sympathy of everyone in their affliction. Friday 7 September 1894

George Sheffner died Sunday, September 2nd, 1894, aged 67 years. He had been a resident of this county for 12 years, and was the father of Mrs. John Deveney, Mrs. Charles Colling and the late Mrs. David Deveney. His remains were interred here Monday. Friday 7 September 1894

The youngest child of Robert Thomas and wife died Wednesday of cholera infantum and was buried Thursday afternoon. Friday 7 September 1894

Mrs. Edward Packer nee Blanch Dutcher died Tuesday morning after an illness of but ten days with typhoid fever. She leaves a husband and baby, one year old, to mourn her sudden demise. They had prepared to leave for the northern part of the state and had gone to his parents for a short visit when she was taken sick. Services were held in the Methodist church Wednesday morning, Rev. Lisle officiating, and was largely attended by friends, who sympathize sincerely with the bereaved ones. Her remains were interred in the cemetery here. Friday 14 September 1894

Sudden Death-John Horrigan, known to everyone in McCook, if not personally, at least by name, was taken sick yesterday morning. Physicians were called and everything possible was done for him, but it was of no avail and he died at 7:15 in the evening of heart failure. John Horrigan has been in the employ of the railroad company at this place in the round house for over eleven years, and was general favorite with every man on the division. He relatives were notified of his death, and a brother of Lamar, Colorado, is now on the road here. Johnny was between 65 and 70 years old. The arrangements for the funeral will be left until his brother arrives. Friday 21 September 1894

Death of Wm. Kelley-Wm. Kelley was born in Jefferson County, Ohio, August 6th, 1826, and died at the home of his daughter, Mrs. Melissa Norris, in Hastings, Nebraska, September 6th, 1894 with softening of the brain. Deceased located in Van Buren County, on the Enlow farm in 1849 and resided in this county until 1875, when he moved to Fairfield, going from there to Winfield. He went to Hastings, Neb. in 1878 and the same year went to Kirwin, Kansas, where he resided until 1889, when he returned to Hastings and resided there until his death. He has been in failing health for about two years, but was not considered dangerously sick until about two weeks before death relieved him of his sufferings. His remains were brought to this place Friday night, and the funeral occurred from the home of his sister, Mrs. Eccles, Saturday afternoon. He was married to Martha Davis in Indiana, in 1849. She died in Birmingham, April 15th, 1872, and her remains were buried in the new cemetery. Six children were the result of this union, two dying in infancy, two, Mrs. John W. Bean and Miss Hattie dying in maturer years, and two Mrs. H.W. B. Norris, of Hastings, and J. Elmer, of McCook, Nebraska survive him. He united with the M.E. Church at an early day, but after the organization of the Free Methodists his belief was in that doctrine though it is not known that he ever united with them. He was a man of a kind and generous nature, and had a host of friends at his old home in Birmingham-Birmingham, Iowa Enterprise Hon. J.E. Kelley of this city of H.B. Norris, of Hastings, returned to Iowa with the remains. The deceased was well known here, where he has been frequently visiting his son. Friday 21 September 1894

A Sad Death-Last Friday evening, Earl, the little son of Ad. Bates, of West McCook, found some phosphoric poison used to exterminate rats and ate some before it was discovered he had it. The little fellow was taken to a physician at once, but he did not show the least symptoms of poison nor did he feel any ill effects from it that evening or during the night. Medicines were given the parents to take home and the child rested well during the night. At seven o’clock the next morning Mr. Bates, who is a barber, found the child seemingly in usual good health and came down town to his shop. About 8 o’clock a neighbor came hurrying to the shop and told him the child was taken very bad suddenly, and getting a doctor they returned home quickly. Everything possible was done for the little one but without avail, and he died quietly and easily about 9 o’clock, aged 3 years, 6 months and 16 days. The funeral services were held Monday afternoon at 2 o’clock and the remains buried in the cemetery here. The bereaved parents have the heartfelt sympathy of the entire community in their sorrow. The parents are very thankful to their many friends for the kind services rendered them during their tribulation. Friday 19 October 1894

Death of Mrs. R.C. Hall-The sudden death of Mrs. R.C. Hall at 10:45 o’clock yesterday morning surprised and pained all who heard of it. She was the wife of Ray C. Hall, the electrician for the electric light company of this city. Miss Florence E. Warner was born twenty-nine years ago July 11th in Fairfield, Iowa. She was married to Ray C. Hall in South Omaha, January 1st, 1890, and they moved to this city in February 1893. She leaves a husband and three small children, the youngest but a babe, to mourn her sudden demise. Her remains were taken this morning to Batavia, Iowa, for burial, where her parents live, and who will care for the children. The heartfelt sympathy is extended to the bereaved family by everyone in this community. Friday 19 October 1894

Robert Bond, father of Wm. Bond, clerk of the district court, died Monday morning. He was quite an old gentleman and had lived in this county since 1878. The funeral services were held in the M.E. church at 10 o’clock under the auspices of the G.A.R. Rev. Cargo officiating and his remains were buried in the cemetery here. Friday 19 October 1894

Mr. Powers, an old gentleman about 80 years old living in Frontier county, north of here, died Monday. The funeral services were held in the Catholic church here, and his body buried in the cemetery at this place. Friday 19 October 1894

A Sad Fatality-The citizens of this place were greatly shocked Tuesday afternoon, when word was brought to town that James Broomfield had been accidentally shot and killed while out hunting. He and Ernest Carter started about noon in a cart. When near J.R. Neill’s place, in driving across a rut, his gun fell from the cart through the slats at his feet and both barrels exploded. The charges entering his body on the right side just above the hip, tearing and lacerating him in a terrible manner. Death must have been instantaneous. His frightened companion immediately went for and secured assistance and the body of the unfortunate young man was tenderly conveyed to the nearest house and a messenger was sent to break the awful news to his parents. The deceased is the eldest son of Mr. and Mrs. John Broomfield, living about three miles south of here, and was about 18 years of age. He was an excellent young man, and the sorrowing family have the heartfelt sympathy of everyone. The funeral will take place Saturday afternoon, and Rev. Jacob Flook, a former pastor here and a special friend, will be present and officiate. Friday 16 November 1894

The funeral services of James Broomfield, who was accidentally shot last week while out hunting took place last Saturday in the Congregational church here, and was attended by a very large number of the church being filled to overflowing. Rev. Jacob Flook, of Sutton, a former pastor of the church here officiated, and delivered an excellent and very affecting sermon. The remains of the unfortunate young man were interred in the cemetery here. Friday 23 November 1894

John McEntee, who lived north of this place, died last Friday, aged 63 years. The funeral services were held in the Catholic church here on Saturday and were largely attended. He has been a resident of this county several years and was well and favorably known in this vicinity. His remains were interred in the cemetery here. Friday 7 December 1894

Monday morning while coming to town, Mrs. Trissel, who lives near Bartley jumped from a wagon, on the hill by Happersetts timber claim two miles east of here struck on her head and died shortly afterward. The horses got frightened when turning the corner by the house and started to run away and the lady became excited and jumped. She was carried to the house, a short distance away where she died. Friday 7 December 1894

Death of Mrs. Wingate-On Tuesday morning, November 6, 1894, of heart failure, Mrs. Christian Wingate, wife of James Wingate, aged 48 years and 6 days. She was raised in the Episcopalian faith by her parents and joined the church when a young girl and has been a faithful member up to the time of her death. There being no minister of that denomination here, it was requested by her that S.W. Stilgebouer read the burial services of her church, which was complied with. She leaves a husband, a sister in Boston, Mass., and a large circle of dear friends to mourn her departure. She was buried in the Danbury cemetery Wednesday, in the presence of a large concourse of friends and neighbors who deeply sympathize with the bereaved husband and sister in their affliction. Danbury News Friday 16 December 1894

Death of John Archibald-After a long and eventful life his voyage is ended. Good crops for three years now-So Says Hicks-The Sunday School Cantata a Success-Sneak Thieves - A Great Corn Cure-All Try It.-Death of John Archibald-Tuesday morning December 18th, 1894, after several weeks of sickness and suffering John Archibald passed from this world into the one beyond, aged 71 years and 3 months. He was born in Fifeshire, Scotland, September 23rd, 1823. At the age of seven he moved with his parents to Bristol, England, and at fifteen began an apprenticeship on an ocean vessel. He made many voyages visiting different counties and important cities in both hemispheres, was one shipwrecked and was the only survivor. After seven years as a sailor he joined the British navy where he remained on till the close of the Crimean war, when he was released from his obligations to this country, and emigrated to this country. Here he again became a sailor on the Great Lakes, and was captain of the vessel “Gertie” of Chicago, for twenty years. His health failed and he gave up his life’s occupation, and three years ago came to McCook for his health, but gradually his strong constitution gave way, and about three weeks ago he was suddenly taken ill, and death piloted him into port eternity. His last voyage is over. The funeral services were held in the Methodist church yesterday afternoon, Rev. A.G. Forman officiating, and were attending by a very large number of friends of the family. His remains were interred in the cemetery here. Friday 21 December 1894