Rooney-Nichols-Wednesday evening, January 6, 1897, at 6:30 o’clock, Miss Tillie Rooney and Daniel J. Nichols were joined in marriage, the ceremony being performed in St. Patrick’s church, Rev. Father Hickey officiating. Miss Marcella Halligan acted as bridesmaid and Stephen Finn as groomsman. The church was filled with friends of the contracting couple and the beautiful marriage service of the Catholic church was quite impressive. Both young people are well known here. The bride having resided here since girlhood, and highly esteemed by everyone. The groom is an employee of the B & M road, and is a young man well thought of and liked by all who know him. They happy couple have the best wishes and congratulations of many friends, with whom the Republican joins. They will make their home with the bride’s mother on East Dennison street. Friday 8 January 1897

Stulken-Poh-Wednesday afternoon Miss Lena Stulken and William Poh were married at the home of George Poh, in Perry precinct. They are very well known to a large circle of friends who extend to them their congratulations and best wishes for their future. Refreshments were served after the ceremony and the guests enjoyed a pleasant time. Friday 15 January 1897

Maddox-Church-At the residence of Mr. Hoggs, in Frontier county, Rev. E.J. Vivian officiating, Miss Maggie E. Maddox and Mr. Almon T. Church. A goodly number were present and the bride and groom received many handsome presents. Both are well known and have a host of friends who join is wishing them happiness and prosperity. Friday 15 January 1897

Williams-Bonnot-Wednesday, February 3, 1897, Miss Dora Williams of Eau Claire, Wisconsin and Alfred P. Bonnot of this city were married at the home of the bride. They are now on their wedding tour and are to be in Alliance, Nebraska, today, where an elaborate ball and reception is to be tendered them this evening at the opera house by Mrs. J.R. Phelan, Mr. Bonnot’s sister. The happy couple will make their home in this city, occupying Mr. Bonnot’s residence at the corner of Dakota and Monmouth streets. The groom is one of the most poplar and trusted conductors on the B & M and has been running on this division for several years. He is a young man of character and standing and has the respect as well as friendship of all who are acquainted with him. The bride is unknown to the editor of this paper, but that she is Al’s choice is of itself the best evidence that she is all the heart could desire. Friday 12 February 1897

Kleven-Wray-Announcement of the marriage of Miss Clara Kleven and John W. Wray, both of Culbertson, were received in this city last Saturday. The ceremony took place in St. Barnabas Episcopal church in Denver on Wednesday, February 17th, 1897. Miss Kleven had been visiting her sister in Denver for several weeks making preparations for the happy event. Both parties are well and favorably known in this city. The bride is one of Culbertson’s most beautiful and accomplished daughters, and a favorite in social circles both at home and in this city. The groom is one of the solid business men of Culbertson, and one of the early settlers in Southwestern Nebraska. The happy couple have the best wishes and congratulations of a host of friends everywhere for their future welfare. They will take up their residence in Culbertson, where they will be at home to their friends after March first. Friday 26 February 1897

Happily Wed-James Munson and bride passed through here last night east on their wedding tour. He was married in Grand Junction, Colorado, Wednesday, March 3, 1897, to Miss Laura Thompson. Jimmie is well known in this city, where he was at one time employed in the railroad offices. His many friends here extend to him their congratulations, and wish the young couple a long, happy and prosperous life. Friday 5 March 1897

Linville-Cox-Wednesday, April 21st, 1897, Miss Sarah E. Linville, of Maryville, Missouri, and Lincoln W. Cox, of this city, were married at the home of the bride. The wedding was a very pleasant affair, being attended by a large number of the friends of both contracting parties. They arrived here Wednesday and will commence housekeeping next week in the house now occupied by Mrs. Crabtree of McFarland street. The bride visited here last summer and made many friends. Mr. Cox is well known in this part of the county, having been in the employ of the Barnett Lumber Co. for several years. The best wishes of a host of friends are extended to the happy couple. Friday 30 April 1897

Happily Wed-A very pleasant wedding took place in the parlor of the Commercial hotel last evening, Thursday, April 29th, 1897. The contracting parties were Miss Stella Winner and Mr. John R. Clark, both of Holbrook, this state. Beach Coleman acting as groomsman and Miss Mae McFadden as bridesmaid, Rev. G.W. Sheafor officiating. The happy couple are said to be two of Holbrook’s most worthy young people, as were also the attendants. The best wishes for a happy and prosperous future are extended to them. Friday 30 April 1897

Duffy-Mangiess-Tuesday evening, May 5th, 1897, Miss Myrtle Duffey, daughter of Mrs. George Purdum, and Adolph Mangiess were married at the home of the bride’s mother, Rev. J.A. Badcon officiating. The bride is well known both here and in Indianola, where she lived before her parents moved to this city. The groom has been in the employ of the railroad company at this point for several years past as a boiler maker, and is an expert workman. The best wishes of their numerous friends are extended to the happy couple. Friday 7 May 1897

Eaton-Smith-The following clipping from the Flora, Indiana, Sentinel, Thursday, May 13, 1897 will interest many of our readers: A very pretty wedding occurred at Rossville yesterday evening at 8 o’clock the contracting parties being, M.W. Eaton of this city, and Miss Lizzie I. Smith, Rossville. The ceremony was performed by Rev. Smith of the M.E. church, only a select few of their relatives and friends being present. The groom is a son of H.H. Eaton, a prosperous and well known farmer residing four miles southeast of the city, and a member of the firm of Eyers, Eaton & Co., clothiers of this place, and is a wide awake and popular business man, who is respected by all. Mr. Eaton spent several years in the west, locating at McCook, Neb., 1889. He remained there for five years, holding a situation as assistant cashier in the Citizens Bank. The bride is a daughter of Henry L. Smith, general merchant of Rossville, and ex-commissioner of Clinton county. She is a highly accomplished and well respected young lady, and is spoken of in the most flattering terms by all who know her. The happily wedded couple will arrive form Rossville this afternoon and after a few days visit with relatives and friends, will go to housekeeping in Joel Overholser’s beautiful cottage residence on South Centre street, where their large circle of friends, together with the Sentinel, wish them abundant success and happiness. A host of Mart’s friends here in McCook join with the Republican in extending to him and his bride their congratulations and best wishes. Friday 21 May 1897

Well, the great event of the season is past, Mr. William Meyers and Miss Luetta Helm were married at the home of the bride’s parents on Wednesday evening, May 19, 1897, the ceremony being performed by Rev. E.J. Vivian. A large number were invited. The table was spread out under the trees, loaded with all the delicacies of the season, and the repast was heartily enjoyed by all. There were a number of beautiful and useful presents. Joy and prosperity and a long life to them. Friday 28 May 1897

Cook-Carnahan-Wednesday, May 26, 1897, at 12 o’clock noon, Miss Lulu Cook and L.A. Carnahan were married at the residence of the bride’s parents in this city, Rev. H.L. Preston officiating. The bride is an estimable young lady, and has been teaching in the county schools for the past year. The groom is the present county superintendent of public schools, and a young man of excellent character. The best wishes of their many friends are extended to the happy young couple. Friday 28 May 1897

Phelan-Gage-Wednesday evening, June 2, 1897, Miss La Vaughn Phelan, of Alliance, Nebraska, and Dr. W.V. Gage, of this city, were married at the home of the bride. The wedding was a quiet one, none but relatives of the contracting parties being present. After the wedding a grand reception was tendered to the bride and groom by Mr. and Mrs. Phelan at which about three hundred guests were present. It was a brilliant affair. The happy couple left for this city the same evening, arriving here last night, going immediately to their home, the Dr. Davis residence. The bride is the eldest daughter of J.R. Phelan, superintendent of the Wyoming division of the B & M and was a resident of this city for several years before moving to Alliance. She has many friends here and does not come as a stranger. Dr. Gage has been a resident of this city for several years and has established a very successful and lucrative practice. Lately he opened the McCook Surgical Hospital and found it necessary to have an associate, and was fortunate in his choice of Dr. Beach. Both bride and groom are very popular and have a host of friends, all of whom will join with The Republican in wishing them a long, happy and useful life. Dr. and Mrs. Gage will be at home to their friends on and after Thursday, June 10th, 1897. Friday 4 June 1897

O’Leary-Muirheid-At the residence of R.M. Osborn in this city, at 7:30 this morning, Miss Julia O’Leary and John Muirheid were united in marriage by His Honor, Judge Smith. The bride is the handsome daughter of Michael O’Leary, proprietor of the St. Charles hotel. The groom is a brother of Mrs. R.M. Osborn, and has been in her husband’s employ for some time past. The happy couple departed for Oxford where they will visit relations and friends for a few days. Friday 4 June 1897

Joyous Wedding Bells-One of those events which always excite a deep interest in social circles a wedding occurred in our city at 10 this morning. The contracting parties were Charles Burton Godwin and Miss Vera Grace Waldo, both residents of Sheridan. The ceremony took place at the home of the bride’s mother in the presence of relatives and a number of intimate friends. Miss Lizzie Ritchie, acted as bridesmaid and Walter Hanson as groomsman and Rev. Evans, pastor of the Baptist church, pronounced the words that transformed the happy bride and groom into man and wife. The bride is one of Sheridan’s fairest daughters and is esteemed and beloved by a large circle of friends who admire and respect her for her full measure of excellent qualities of both heart and mind. During the past two years she has been the teacher in the first grade of our Sheridan schools in which capacity she not only proved efficient but won the respect and esteem of her pupils, who, while they rejoice at her present happiness, regret that she is no longer their teacher. Mr. Godwin is well known as one of the popular engineers on the B & M and is not only popular among his railroad associates, but is highly respected by all as an honest upright citizen. The happy couple started out today on the Burlington Flyer and will make a short wedding journey to Hot Springs, Deadwood, Spearfish and other Black Hills points, returning about the 15th of this month when they will settle in a pleasant home at Sheridan. The Journal extends most hearty congratulations expressing the utmost hope that Engineer Godwin in his sojourn thro life with his fair bride. Friday 11 June 1897

Baker-Crockford-Thursday, June 10, 1897, at the home of the bride’s parents, Miss Lizzie Baker and Mr. Arthur Crockford were united in marriage, Rev. Hart L. Preston officiating. Relatives and friends of the bride and groom were present, and the matrimonial voyage was begun with many and sincere good wishes from all. Friday 11 June 1897

Hammond-Purvis-At the residence of the bride’s parents, 7 miles south of this city, Tuesday evening, June 29th, 1897, W.J. Purvis and Miss Adessa Hammond were united in marriage, Rev. G.W. Sheafor officiating. The wedding took place in the presence of relatives only. Refreshments were served and the young couple started off on life’s voyage with the pleasant wishes of all. Friday 2 July 1897

Cole-Smith-A very pretty home wedding occurred at the home of J.A. Kercheval, No. 206 Kansas street, at 8 o’clock Wednesday evening, when their daughter, Nora M. Cole, was united in marriage to Alexander Smith, of McCook, Nebraska. The ceremony was performed by Rev. E.W. Bowers, pastor of the First Christian church, in the presence of a small company of friends and relatives. The bride was becomingly gowned in a stylish costume of green silk and wool, and carried a bunch of white roses. Immediately following the ceremony a wedding supper was served. The newly wedded pair will be at home to their friends, in McCook, Nebraska, after August 25. Sioux City Journal Friday 20 August 1897

The wedding of Miss Jessie Belle Welborn and Lewis Worthington Smith has been announced for August 24th. Friday 20 August 1897

Troth-McCarl Marriage-Sunday evening, September 12, 1897, at 7 o’clock, Lillian H., daughter of Hon. and Mrs. H.H. Troth, and Charles H. McCarl were joined in marriage at the residence of the bride’s parents, Rev. H.H. Berry officiating, using in the ceremony the bride’s mother’s wedding ring which was carried by the maid of honor into the room on a little silver tray decorated with white carnations. It was a very pretty, quiet, home wedding, none but the members of the families of the contracting couple being present. Miss Ida, the groom’s sister, acted as bridesmaid, and Master Harry, the bride’s brother, as groomsman, while little Elsie Campbell was maid of honor. After the ceremony an elegant banquet was served to all present, the preparation of which was given over entirely to the charge of Mr. Geo. Ferguson, who was formerly in the employ of the groom, now chief cook in the Commercial Hotel, and who is an adept in his profession. The bride was dressed in a dark green moire valour, trimmed with light green chiffon and ribbons of the same shade, and had a white bridal rose in her hair and carried a large bouquet of them, the costume greatly enhancing her beauty. The groom was attired in a full evening suit of conventional black. The bridesmaid was dressed in a dark mottled green gown with delicate pink trimmings and carried pink roses. The groomsman wore a dark coat and light trousers. The little maid of honor looked very beautiful in a dress of pure white cashmere. There are several reasons which make their marriage day on of interest to the young couple. It was the twenty-fifth wedding anniversary of the bride’s parents, the fiftieth anniversary of her grandparent’s marriage, and that date was the groom’s father’s birthday. Both are among the most popular members of McCook’s best society. The bride is the only daughter of Mayor and Mrs. Troth and has grown from girlhood to womanhood here. She is a graduate of the high school of this city and is an excellent musician. She is highly esteemed by everybody. The groom is an employee of the Burlington railroad. He is a young man of exemplary habits, a genial companion, worthy the respect he has of all with whom he is acquainted. The heartiest and warmest congratulations are extended to the young couple and they have the best wishes of every one for a happy and prosperous future. Mr. and Mr. McCarl immediately went to housekeeping at No. 509 Madison street, which they had previously prepared in a neat and cozy manner, and are now at home to their friends. Friday 17 September 1897

Smith-Midler-Sunday, September 26th, 1897, Miss Maude Smith and H.H. Miller were married at the home of the bride’s parents, T.J. Smith and wife, in Lincoln. The ceremony took place at 2 p.m., Rev. F.S. Stein officiating. It was a quiet home wedding, only a few of the most intimate friends of the contracting couple being present. Both of the young people are well known here, the bride having lived in this city until their recent removal to Lincoln. She is a very estimable young lady and is very highly esteemed by all who know her. The groom is one of the most popular Burlington conductors running out of this city. He has been in the employ of the company for ten yeas and is a young man of exceptionally good qualities. They returned to this city Sunday night and will board at the Commercial for the present. A host of friends join with the Republican in wishing them a long and happy life. Friday 1 October 1897

Dudek-Slagle-At the residence of Joseph Dudek in Bondville precinct, Monday, October 18th, 1897, Miss Mary Dudek and John Slagle were united in marriage, Rev. G.W. Sheafor officiating. There were about fifty persons present to witness the ceremony and an elegant repast was served. The presents were numerous and both beautiful and useful. The Republican joins with the many friends of the happy couple in wishing them prosperity and happiness. Friday 22 October 1897

Stanfield-Hatfield-A very pretty and quiet wedding took place at the home of Mr. and Mrs. C.W. Bronson, corner of Dakota and Monroe streets, Wednesday evening, at 8 o’clock, Miss Elsie E. Stanfield, late of Republic, Kansas, and James W. Hatfield, of Decatur, Illinois, were the contracting parties, Rev. J.A. Badcon officiating. Only a few of the intimate friends of the happy couple were present. The arrangements were perfect and the ceremony passed off smoothly, nothing occurred to mar the happy scene. The bride was dressed in a beautiful cream satin gown trimmed with French chantilly lace of the same color, enhanced with turquois ornaments and carried a large bouquet of carnations and roses. The groom wore a full evening dress suit of black with a boutonniere of carnations. Little Lottie Pennell was made of honor and filled her post nicely. She was dressed in pale blue silk and looked very pretty. After the ceremony the bridal couple and their friends sat down to a bountiful and elegant supper prepared by the hostess. The affair was a very enjoyable one and it is hoped will be but the beginning of a long happy life for them. The best wishes and congratulations are extended to the newly married couple from a host of friends, both here and at their former homes. The bride and groom left yesterday morning for a trip by way of St. Louis to Decatur, Illinois, where they will visit Mr. Hatfield’s parents and will return here in about two weeks to make this their home. Friday 22 October 1897

Married-J.W. Arbogast and Miss Lillie Rawson were married in Indianola by Rev. J.W. Crago on October 13th. They have begun housekeeping in S. Blackfan’s house. Friday 29 October 1897

Miller-Jay-A quiet family wedding took place last Sunday afternoon at 3 o’clock at the residence of Mrs. W.H. Bohnstedt, the groom’s sister. Miss Mary Miller and Milton C. Jay were the contracting parties, Rev. J.A. Badcon officiating. The bride and groom left Wednesday morning for Omaha, but will return in a few days and make their home in this city. The many friends of the happy young couple wish them a long and prosperous life and The Republican heartily joins with them in these good wishes. Friday 19 November 1897

John G. Williams of this place and Hattie Richards of Max, Dundy county, were married by Rev. Geo. Sheafor in McCook on Wednesday. They began housekeeping immediately on the farm east of town. Friday 19 November 1897

Branscomb-Ward-At the residence of the bride’s parents in Box Elder precinct, on Wednesday, December 1st, 1897, Miss Alice Branscomb and Algy Ward were united in marriage, Rev. E.J. Vivian officiating. There was a large gathering of the friends of the young couple and the presents were numerous as well as valuable. A host of friends join with us in wishing them a long, useful and happy life. Friday 10 December 1897

Married-John Clouse and Miss Frieda Grosch were married on Wednesday in the Ash Creek Lutheran church by the pastor. Friday 17 December 1897

Putnam-Goldtrap-A pleasant wedding took place on Christmas day, December 25, 1897, at the home of the bride’s parents, Mr. and Mrs. C.K. Putnam, in this city when their daughter, Miss May E. was married to John W. Goldtrap, Rev. J.M. Bell officiating. After the ceremony the invited guests partook of a splendid dinner, prepared by the bride’s mother, to which all did ample justice. The young couple are well and favorably known in the city. The bride is a graduate of the McCook public schools. The groom has until recently been in the employ of the B & M company at this place. May happiness and prosperity attend them through future life. Friday 31 December 1897

Benjamin-Knobbs-County Judge H.H. Taylor issued a marriage license Wednesday, Dec. 22, to William Edward Knobbs, aged 22, of this county and Miss Clara Gay Benjamin, aged 25 of Red Willow county. His honor united the couple in matrimony Wednesday evening in the parlor of the Commercial hotel. The couple are both well and favorable known in the southeastern part of the county and the editor joins with their many friends in wishing them happiness and success in life. Trenton Leader Friday 31 December 1897

Mustered Out; At McCook, Nebraska, November 26th, 1896, of dropsy, Mathias Kessler, Co. B. 104th Illinois Infantry. Comrade Kessler was born in Belgian Germany, March 20th 1831, came to the United States in 1856, enlisted in the service August 11th, 1862, discharged June 6th, 1865. The deceased was a member of J.K. Barnes Post, No. 207, McCook, Nebraska. Funeral services conducted by Indianola Post at Indianola, Nebraska. Friday 15 January 1897

Death of Mrs. Clyde-Mrs. A.C. Clyde died at her home on Madison street last Friday, January 22, 1897, at 2:40 p.m. after a continued illness of ten months of consumption. Mary M. Best was born in Carroll county, Ohio, in 1850. She was married to A.C. Clyde in Elkhart county, Indiana, in 1867. They moved to this state in 1871, and came to McCook in 1883, where they have since resided. The deceased has been an invalid ever since she came home from the world’s fair, taking ill shortly afterwards with typhoid fever and never recovering her former health afterward. She was a faithful and loving wife, a kind, self sacrificing and indulgent mother, and an excellent neighbor. The deceased leaves a husband, and three sons, Sheridan of Elwood, Indiana; Lovell of Red Cloud, and Mitchell of this city, all grown, to mourn her death. The funeral services were held at her late home on Sunday afternoon at 2 o’clock, Rev. G.W. Sheafor officiating, and excellent music was rendered by the Baptist choir, and the remains interred in Longview cemetery. The sympathy of the community is extended to the bereaved family. Friday 29 January 1897

Iva, the youngest daughter of John Sellick, who lives near Freedom, died January 30th. The bereaved family have the sympathy of many friends. Friday 12 February 1897

Sudden Death-Sunday, February 7, 1897, at 10:48 a.m., Miss Lizzie Murphy, aged 23 years, died of heart trouble. For about three months she has not been well and it was thought that she had consumption but had not been confined to her bed. Six weeks ago she came to visit her sister, Mrs. Wm. Francisco, in the hope that the change would be beneficial. The day before her death she did not seem to be much worse than usual and was up around the house all day. Her remains were taken to Red Cloud Monday morning for interment and were accompanied by Wm. Francisco, his wife and her sister, Miss Emma Murphy. The family have the sympathy of all in their sad affliction. Friday 12 February 1897

Daniel Ault died at his home northwest of town yesterday morning, February 25th. He had suffered from a cancer on his face for more than two years. Friday 5 March 1897

Early Monday morning the infant babe of Mr. and Mrs. Harry Barbazet died. The funeral ceremonies took place at the house, Rev. R.A. Russell officiating. The bereaved parents have the heartfelt sympathy of all. Mrs. Barbazet is improving. Friday 12 March 1897

Mrs. Maggie Foley-Mrs. Maggie, wife of Timothy Foley, died Sunday after an illness of two weeks. The remains were taken to Boone, Iowa for interment. The deceased left a husband and a babe two weeks old to mourn her loss. Friday 26 March 1897

Joseph Williams-On Saturday, March 13th, Joseph Williams, while visiting in this city, was stricken with paralysis. He died Saturday, March 20th at the home of Mrs. Adams on McFarland street. The funeral occurred from the house Sunday morning, Rev. H.H. Berry officiating. The deceased was eighty years of age. His wife, son and son in law were at the bedside when death came to relieve him from further suffering, they having been sent for when he was first stricken. Sunday evening they returned to their home in Iowa. Friday 26 March 1897

John A. Griffin-Wednesday morning the body of John A. Griffin was brought from Eckley, Colorado, to this city for burial. Mr. Griffin has been in the employ of the B & M Company as agent ever since the road was built through here, and agent at Eckley since that station was opened. He was well known to all the railroad men of this city and by whom he was universally respected. For some time past he has been suffering from dropsy but was always cheerful and patient. Sunday evening while sitting up he complained, that he was feeling worse and asked to be put into his bed. His brother in law picked him up and while carrying him toward the bed Mr. Griffin expired in his arms. The deceased leaves a widow and a daughter aged thirteen years. The funeral took place from the Methodist church, Rev. J.A. Badcon officiating and the remains were deposited in Longview cemetery by the Masonic order of this city agreeably to the request of the lodge at Wray, of which he was a member. His many friends sympathize with the widow and daughter in their great sorrow. Friday 26 March 1897

James Dolan; eldest son of J.W. Dolan died Thursday night of brain fever, in Lincoln, where he has been under the doctor’s care for several weeks past. Mr. and Mrs. Dolan were summoned, and reached there Thursday morning, and returned home with the body Saturday evening. The funeral services were held at the Catholic Church Sunday at 3:0 p.m. The bereaved family has the sympathy of the entire community. Friday 20 April 1897

C.F. Elliott’s son, Otho, was injured by a horse trampling upon him so that he died Monday night. The funeral took place Wednesday. The community sympathize with the sorrowing parents. Friday 30 April 1897

Death of Mrs. McEntee-The citizens of McCook were shocked to hear of the sudden death of Mrs. Laurence McEntee at her home just west of Indianola on last Saturday at about 5 o’clock. She was in usual health the day before but was taken with severe neuralgia pains and a physician was sent for. Morphine was administered to relive the great pain but she sank into a comatose state from which she never rallied. The deceased leaves a husband and three children, a boy aged 7, a girl aged 5 and a baby girl about three months old, to mourn her loss. The funeral services were held in the Catholic church in this city Wednesday morning, Rev. B. Sproll, of Indianola, officiating. The remains were interred in Longview cemetery. The sympathy of the entire community is extended to the sorrowing household. Friday 28 May 1897

A Sad Death-The sudden death of Mrs. John McNeff last Sunday evening, May 39, 1897, at 7:30 was learned with sorrow by every one. Clara O’Neill was born in Chatsworth, Illinois, in 1871. In 1886 her parents moved to this city where she grew to womanhood, and where she married John McNeff in November 1892. She leaves a husband and two small children to mourn her sudden death. The funeral services were held in St. Patrick’s church Wednesday morning and were attended by a very large congregation. High mass was said, Rev. J.W. Hickey officiating. The remains were followed to their last resting place by a long procession. Friday 4 June 1897

Samuel Ellis, Jr., died Sunday and the funeral was held Monday at the Pleasant Prairie school house. The funeral was largely attended. The sympathy of this community is extended to the bereaved family. Died: At the home of parents, in this precinct, on Sunday afternoon, June 6, 1897, at 3 o’clock, Samuel Ellis, aged 18 years, 5 months, 8 days of appendicitis, after an illness of two weeks. Deceased was born in Adams county, near Blue Hill, April 29, 1879, and removed to this county several years ago with his parents. He leaves a father, mother, two brothers and two sisters to mourn his death. He suffered intensely during his illness, but bore it with a Christian spirit, and was ready to die. The services were held at the Dodge school house and it was crowded to its utmost capacity. Rev. White officiating and preached a very interesting and impressive sermon. The remains were interred in the Gerver cemetery, and his grave was profusely decorated with beautiful flowers by his late class mates in school. Friday 11 June 1897

A Sad Affair-Wednesday morning this community was shocked to hear that Edith, the sixteen year old daughter of C. H. Harmon and wife, had committed suicide at her home, four miles west of this city, by taking strychnine at about the time she went to bed the night before. Her parents’ attention was called to her by her screams and they went to her bed, but a first she would not tell them what was the matter. They sent for a doctor but she died nearly an hour before he arrived. She left several letters with requests to have certain favors done for her after her death and they were carried out by the family and friends. The reason for her act is not known. The funeral took place from the residence yesterday afternoon, Rev. J.A. Badcon officiating. Friday 11 June 1897

Died-In this city, June 21, 1897, Harvey O., youngest son of G.W. and Lillie M. Godfrey, aged one year, two months and eighteen days. The funeral took place from the residence, Rev. J.M. Bell officiating, the remains being interred in Longview cemetery. The bereaved ones have the sympathy of a large circle of friends. Friday 25 June 1897

Died of Cancer-Last Saturday evening, June 19, 1897, Miss Wilda Miller, aged about 50 years died at the home of her sister, Mrs. Eugene Dunham, in Driftwood precinct, after suffering for some time from a cancer. The services were held Sunday afternoon, Rev. Tirrell officiating. Her remains were buried in Fairview cemetery. She was well and favorable known here, having made her home in town for some time. The sympathies of all are extended to friends. Friday 25 June 1897

Died-Mildred, the fifteen months old daughter of M.L. Thorgrimson and wife, died last Friday morning from stomach trouble. The funeral took place form the house Saturday afternoon. The bereaved family have the sympathy of their many friends. Friday 25 June 1897

Fred Greenway died Saturday about noon with typhoid fever. The family have the heartfelt sympathy of the entire community. Friday 23 July 1897

Instantly Killed-Monday afternoon, July 26th, at about 4 o’clock, John Barger, son of William H. and Nellie Barger, was struck by lightning and instantly killed at his home about 14 miles northwest of this city. The deceased was standing in the yard near the house, a few feet from a barbed wire fence, on the opposite side of which a horse was standing and two brothers were but a short distance off when the fatal bolt fell. Earl, the elder brother, was shocked but did not fall and Charles was not so badly affected and was the first to reach his brother John who had fallen on his face. He was trying to turn his stricken brother over when Earl came to his aid. The horse was stunned but soon recovered. The deceased was carried into the house and word sent to the father who was at work about a mile away, and to the neighbors who came and rendered all the help and comfort possible. Rev. T.K. Tyson, the Baptist minister who is here during the absence of Pastor Sheafor, and Mrs. F.D. Burgess of this city happened to be visiting in the Barger neighborhood and called on the afflicted family to extend their sympathy and a short impressive serve was held at the house that evening which was attended by everyone in that vicinity. The remains were brought to this city Tuesday. The funeral took place form the Methodist church, Rev. H.H. Berry officiating assisted by Rev. J.M. Bell. The church was beautifully decorated with flowers and plants, the attendance was large and the service touching. The deceased was 17 years, 6 months and 3 days old. He was an exemplary young man, a true Christian and an active member of the Epworth League. A father, mother, two sisters, two brothers and a grandmother, as well as a host of friends mourn his untimely death. Friday 30 July 1897

Death of Margurite Moore-Margurite, the little daughter of Samuel Moore and wife, died Wednesday morning, August 4th, 1897, at 4 o’clock, aged 3 years and 15 days of superlative tonsillitis. She was taken sick with measles about two weeks ago but had seemingly almost recovered from them when a complication set in and her throat became affected, and while everything was done for her they could do the little one grew worse until death relieved her from her suffering. The funeral services were held yesterday morning at the residence, Rev. J.M. Bell officiating, and were largely attended. The remains were interred in the cemetery here. The heartfelt sympathy of the whole community is extended to the bereaved parents in their sorrow and affliction. Friday 6 August 1897

Jesse Allen-Every now and then there is born into the world one who actually and earnestly works. It may be that he is never heard of outside a small circle, but in that, at least, it is felt that he is a power. Little Jesse Allen, who died out of this community of Wednesday last, was one of these real workers. Born twelve years ago in McCook, he was, very early in his life, brought into close contact with the struggle for existence in this new west and with a zeal and seriousness far beyond his years he took up such tasks as came in his way and bore the burden without flinching until the time came for him to go to his rest, troubled to the last about some duty left undone when the call came to lie down never to resume his labors. We all remember the sturdy little lad, when he was so small his tiny legs stood out horizontally on a horse’s back, going about his father’s business; responding, if spoken to, with a quaint, half smile, as of one who had no time to waste on trifles. They tell of him that he never failed in his faithful helpfulness to his father and mother, always on duty and showing rare judgment in its performance. Many parents have pointed to him as an example to their sons of what a boy could be and do, and the entire community joins in sympathy and sorrow for those who will miss him most. Friday 27 August 1897

Obituary-George Miles Chenery died at the room in the rear of his place of business in this city at three o’clock Tuesday afternoon from consumption. Mr. Chenery came from Bungay, England, several years ago and settling here opened a drug store. Later he closed this out and for the last year has been keeping a confectionery store on Main street south of Dennison. He had no relatives in this country and by request the Masonic lodge took charge of the remains and after an impressive service at the Methodist church, Wednesday afternoon, deposited them in Longview cemetery according to their ancient rites. The deceased, before the failure of his health and business losses broke his spirit, was a well known figure in McCook. For years his drug store was the principal pharmacy in the city and he held the confidence and esteem of many patrons as well as the leading physicians. Although always reserved, he was prominent in society in the first years of his residence here, and greatly interested in the work of the Masonic and other fraternities. Lately he lived alone and withdrew almost entirely from companionship. His early years were passed in the little English watering place of Bungay, where his family occupied a house which he used to say was old when Columbus discovered America. He was a thorough American in principle and a consistent Republican. His misfortunes had embittered his life and his death was to him a blessed release from a world in whose battle he had not come off victorious. Friday 27 August 1897

Obituary-Charles T. Brewer was born near Watertown, New York, September 1st, 1853. After the death of his father, and when about 11 year of age, he with his mother moved to Racine, Wisconsin. After a four years residence there they moved to Boone, Iowa. Here he began teaching summer schools, attending school himself winters. In 1875 and 1876 he attended the State Agricultural college at Ames. In the spring of 1877 he was married to Charlotte H. Walker of Boonsboro. Five children were born of this union: Percie Elizabeth, James Frederick, George Raymond, Benjamin Harrison and June. George Raymond died at the age of seventeen months. For several years Mr. Brewer was principal of the west ward school in Boonsboro, serving also one year as city clerk. Mr. Brewer located in this city in 1884 and since that time has been one of its foremost business men. He has at all times manifested a lively interest in the progress and welfare of the city, giving much of his time and means to this end. As a stock dealer he was always liberal in prices and his large transactions turned thousand of dollars into the business channels of our young city. For three times he was chosen mayor of the city and once county coroner. In all places of trust he acquitted himself with honor, and while a man of strong personality, made no enemies. In his convictions he was firm yet his ever abounding spirit of charity caused him to treat those who for any reason differed with him, in a courteous and affable manner. As a member of the Odd Fellows, the Workmen and the Maccabees he found a fruitful friend for the exercise of his benevolence. An active worker in their ranks, his presence and influence will be greatly missed by them. He bore his last illness with patience and fortitude, yielding up his spirit, neat six o’clock on Sunday evening, September 19th, 1897, at the age of 44 years and 19 days. The deceased leaves a wife and four children to mourn his early demise. The funeral occurred Tuesday afternoon from the house, Rev. G. W. Sheafor of the Baptist church delivering a very touching and effective discourse. At the close of the services the Odd Fellows took charge of the remains and deposited them in Longview cemetery with the ceremonies of the order. The business houses closed during the services and the attendance at the funeral was much the largest of any that has occurred in this city. The procession extended form the city to the cemetery. Friday 24 September 1897

A Fatal Kick-Last Friday morning Lee Lehman, of Culbertson, aged four years was kicked on the forehead by a horse, while playing in the yard at his home. Dr. Gage and Mrs. Harbison, the nurse, of this city, were sent for and everything possible done. His skull was badly fractured and death relieved him of his suffering Sunday. Friday 1 October 1897

Cremated-John Fitzgerald Burned to Death and His Body Nearly Consumed-A House and Contents Burned-Fatal Fire-Tuesday evening about 8 o’clock the citizens were startled by an alarm of the fire shrieked out by one of the Burlington locomotives and immediately the fire alarm sounded. The crowd rushed to the depot only to find that the fire was in South McCook. There being no fire hydrants in that part of the city, the hose cart went only to the depot and the ladder truck was taken down. The house was the property of Edward Fitzgerald and was totally destroyed, including al the household goods, and his father, John Fitzgerald was burned to death. The particulars of this sad affair are as follows; Mr. Fitzgerald had been at his farm near Lebanon the past week, Mrs. Fitzgerald and her oldest daughter took the little children to her sister, Mrs. Carty, who lives near by, and went up town to do some shopping, leaving "Grandpa" Fitzgerald alone at home. They finished their shopping and went home, when the old gentleman requested them to light a lamp which one of them did. They then took a bundle of clothes they had washed that day and started for Carty’s to leave clothes and bring back the children. When almost there they saw a fire and wondered if it could be their house, but could not determine for certain from where they then were. Soon finding that it was, they ran back shrieking for help. In the meantime others had seen the fire and had given the alarm. When they reached the building it was enveloped in flames and it was impossible to enter the house although Mr. Carty and several others tried it. The two women, wild with grief at the though that the old gentleman was being burned up were only kept from rushing into the flames by force. Soon hundred of people had gathered at the scene, but could do nothing until the fire had burned out. Then the work of looking for the remains of the unfortunate old gentleman was begun. About 11:30 they found the trunk of his body in the cellar, minus head, arms and right leg below the knee. Soon after a part of the skull and small pieces of the other bones were found. It was a pitiful and grewsome sight. While it is not known just how the fire originated, it is almost certain that Mr. Fitzgerald, who was very old, feeble and almost blind, must have stumbled and fallen against the table on which the lamp stood, overturning it and causing it to explode. He was so feeble that when he lay down he had to be assisted to arise and he could not have given an alarm or escaped. It is thought that he was suffocated before the fire got to him. Mrs. Fitzgerald was taken to her sister’s in an unconscious condition and a physician called. Her condition was quite serious that night and the next day, but she is recovering somewhat from the shock. John Fitzgerald was born in county Galway, Ireland, and was about 90 years old. He came to Canada and then to Detroit, Michigan, where he was married to Katharine Gibbons about 1832. He was father of twelve children, all of whom live in Canada, except Edward and Mrs. James Farrell of this city, with whom he has made his home the past ten years coming to live with them on the death of his wife. The funeral services were held in St. Patrick’s church yesterday at 3 p.m., Rev. J.W. Hickey officiating and the remains interred in the Catholic cemetery. The bereaved family have the heartfelt sympathy of the entire community. Friday 1 October 1897

Big Man Dead-James Marshall of Danbury, died of consumption on Monday, October 25, 1897, aged about 43 years. The deceased was well known and liked by everyone in the southern part of the county. He was the largest man in this part of the state being 6 feet 7 3/4 inches in height, and when in health his strength was an unknown quantity. He was a good natured as he was large, and his strength was never used to oppress. He had no bad habits, did not use tobacco nor liquors. His case was singularly sad and he deserved the sympathy extended to him by all who knew him. Friday 29 October 1897

Bertha Viland Dies-Miss Bertha Viland, aged 18, who has been ill for sometime with typhoid fever, died last night. The funeral will occur at the house tomorrow morning at 9 o’clock. The bereaved family have the sincere sympathy of all in this sad visitation. Friday 12 November 1897

Mrs. Fane’s Death-We clip the following from the Dixon, Illinois, Telegraph, of the 10th inst. Mrs. Johanna Fane, one of the early settlers and for many years a highly respected citizen of Dixon, died this morning at ten o’clock at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Patrick Lally, in Marion township, this county, of the infirmities of old age. Seventy-six years ago Johanna Mullen was born in Ireland, where her early life was spent. She came to American in 1860 and lived for a time in Buffalo, N.Y., where she was married to Mr. Fane, and in 1855 they removed Dixon. Her husband died here in 1871, leaving quite a family of children to the care of his widow, which she has reared to honorable manhood and womanhood. Of her family of ten, four have preceded her. The survivors are: Mrs. Mary Lally of this county; Daniel J. of Dixon; William of Sheridan, Wyoming; John of Hope, Nebraska; Timothy of Belvidere and Mrs. Annie Bailey of McCook, Nebraska. All of these were privileged to meet around her bedside and receive a mother’s blessing ere she passed to her rest. Mrs. Fane was a woman of strong friendly qualities and more than average intellectual endowment. A faithful wife, a fond mother, a kind neighbor, a sympathetic friends, a good Christian woman, she has entered into the rest prepared for the faithful, leaving to her family many a precious memory. Friday 19 November 1897

Death from Appendicitis-Benjamin Philippi, who was operated on Tuesday of last week for appendicitis, died Friday morning at the residence of his uncle, T.M. Phillippi, in this city. The deceased was 19 years of age and lived at his father’s A.A. Phillippi, four miles east of town. He was taken sick the previous Saturday and grew worse so rapidly that the operation was the only chance of saving his life. He seemed to rally after it and hopes were entertained that he would recover, but Friday morning a sudden change occurred and he died in a short time. The funeral services were held Saturday afternoon at 8 o’clock in the Baptist church, Rev. George Sheafor officiating and the remains were placed in Longview cemetery. The bereaved family have the sympathy of the whole community in their affliction. Friday 26 November 1897

Fatal Accident-Edward, son of Postmaster V. Sells, of Bartley, aged about three years and three months, was playing on Saturday evening in the yard near a loaded wagon which his brother was about to move. In starting the wagon Edward was thrown down and called out, but before the wagon could be stopped and backed his chest was so crushed that he died in a few hours. The funeral took place at the Christian church Sunday afternoon, and the pastor, Elder Roberts, preached an impressive sermon. Edward was a bright boy and the afflicted family have the sympathy of many friends. Friday 26 November 1897

Death of Mrs. Pate-On December 23, 1897, Mrs. W. S. Pate died at her home, eight mile north of town. The funeral services were held at the residence on last Friday and her remains interred in Longview cemetery. The deceased was born in Wayne county, New York, 69 years ago. She was married to W.S. Pate in 1844, and they moved to this county in 1886. She leaves a husband and four children and many friends to mourn her loss. Friday 31 December 1897