Arthur Mars of this city and Miss Lillian Nordice were married at the home of the bride in Martiuette, Wisconsin, on Thursday January 12, 1899. The congratulations and best wishes of a large circle of friends here are extended to the happy couple. They will arrive here to take up their residence some time next week. Friday 20 January 1899

Coons-Fichtner-Wednesday evening a quiet wedding took place at the residence of S.M. Cochran, where the bride has been making her home for some time, Miss Nellie Coons and August Fichtner were united in marriage, Rev. J.A. Badcon officiating. After the ceremony, Mrs. Cochran served an excellent supper. The young couple have the best wishes of many friends for a happy and prosperous future. They moved to the farm known as the Rector place two and a half miles northwest of town. Friday 27 January 1899

Married, at the residence of Rev. Barnes, in Norcatur, Kansas, Saturday Feb. 18th, Mr. D. S. Meeks and Miss Alice A. Shirley, Rev. Barnes officiating. Mr. Meeks is our popular liveryman and is well liked here. Miss Shirley is one of Norcatur’s most respected young ladies. Friday 3 March 1899

Fredrickson-Lawritson-A quiet home wedding took place last Sunday, March 26, 1899, at 5 o’clock p.m. at the home of the bride’s sister, and also the groom’s brother, Mr. and Mrs. M. Lawritson, when Miss Marie Frederickson and Louis Lawritson were joined in marriage, Rev. W.J. Turner officiating. The bride is a young lady of many excellent qualities and very highly esteemed by every one who knows her. The groom is the agent of the B & M at Indianola and young many of exceptional character. The happy couple left that evening for Indianola and began housekeeping at once. The best wishes of a host of friends are extended to them among whom is The Republican. Friday 31 March 1899

Condon-Spencer-On Wednesday evening, April 19, 1899, Miss Mamie Condon and John W. Spencer, both of this city, were united in marriage at St. Patrick’s Catholic church, Rev. J.W. Hickey officiating, which was attended by many friends. After the ceremony a reception was held at the home of the bride’s parents in West McCook, and a bountiful supper served. Both young people are highly respected by all who know them, and they have the best wishes of many friends. They will begin housekeeping immediately. Friday 21 April 1899

Coleman-Married by the Rev. G. Mayfield, at the home of the bride’s parents, Mr. and Mrs. M.H. Cole, on Sunday April 9th, 1899, William Bixler and Miss Alice Cole. Mr. Bixler came here when a boy, only eight years old, and by hard work on the farm he developed into robust manhood. He attended school in McCook and thus acquired a good education. The past two years he worked for himself, renting land and farming it, and did his work so well, and raised such good crops having 1800 bushels of wheat for his share last year that a few weeks ago he bought a fine quarter, improved and paid all cash down. He is one of the enterprising, wide-awake young farmers of this town. Miss Alice Cole is the lovable and accomplished daughter of Mr. and Mrs. M.H. Cole. She is one of those kindhearted, unselfish girls, that take pleasure in staying at home, and taking mothers burdens on her own young shoulders. She found more pleasure at home helping mother, than in spending her time running here and there. To her there was no place like home. When we meet young people like these we just want to remove our cap to them. The neighbors wish them a long, happy and prosperous life, and a home in the “Sweet bye and bye.“ It was a quiet wedding, only the families of the contracting parties being present. They have gone to keeping house. Friday 14 May 1899

Wedding Bells-A quiet home wedding took place at the residence of the bride’s mother, Mrs. Joy, Tuesday evening, May 30, at 7 p.m. in the presence of a few relatives, in which Miss Alestria Mae Joy was united in marriage to J. Lesley Clark, Rev. T.L. Ketman officiating. The bride was attired in white silk while the groom wore the conventional black dress suit. After the ceremony the guests were invited into the dining room where ice cream and cake was served. The bride is the youngest sister of Mrs. Bobnstedt and came here from Denver last September and has made many friends during her residence here. The groom is well and favorably known, having resided here since early childhood and he was formerly employed by Wilcox & Flitcraft in the capacity of meat cutter, but lately he has been a cook at Garrard’s restaurant. The happy couple will commence housekeeping in the east part of Mrs. Runey’s house on Dennison street. A host of friends, The Republican included, join in wishing the happy young couple success in their wedded life. Friday 1 June 1899

On Tuesday evening at eight o’clock at the Baptist church Rev. T.L. Ketman performed the ceremony which joined two of McCook’s well known and popular young people, the contracting parties being John Selby and Cora Irwin, both have a host of friends here who with The Republican wish them joy and happiness. They will for the present be at home at the residence of Mrs. Griggs. Friday 1 June 1899

On Wednesday Rev. J.W. Hickey joined in marriage Albert Tucker and Barbara K. Schneider, both young people well and favorably known by our readers. Friday 1 June 1899

Leland-Best-Wednesday, June 21, 1899, at noon, Miss Susie J. Leland and Lambert M. Best were united in marriage, Rev. J.A. Badcon officiating, in the presence of the parents of the contracting couple. Both young people are very favorably known here. The groom is brakeman on the B & M road, and an excellent young man. The bride has been a teacher and is a graduate of the city schools. They left for Denver that evening for a wedding trip. The happy couple has the best wishes of a host of friends for their future happiness and success. The Republican extends heartiest congratulations. Friday 23 June 1899

Smith-Walker-Miss Ursula J. Smith and Chester L. Walker were married Thursday June 22, 1899, at the home of the bride at 3:30 p.m. Rev. J.A. Badcon officiating. The bride is daughter of I.M. Smith, deputy sheriff, and has been in the county treasurer’s office for some time acting as deputy. The groom is in the employ of the railroad company here. Both are well and favorably known and a large circle of friends extend their best wishes with whom The Republican joins in its congratulations. Friday 23 June 1899

Married, at the home of Mr. and Mrs. S.G. Bastian, Sunday, July 9, 1899, Miss Gunete Akers and V.H. Rodgers, Rev. E. White officiating. The groom is a contractor and builder of Herndon, Kan., where the young couple will reside. Friday 21 July 1899

Jackson-Snyder-On Wednesday afternoon at the home of the bride’s mother, Mrs. Josephine Jackson, Miss Minnie Jackson and Nicholas Snyder were joined in marriage, Rev. T.L. Ketman officiating. Both young people are well known in this city where they have grown up from childhood, and the happy young couple have the best wishes of many friends for a happy and prosperous future. Friday 21 July 1899

Smith-Clark-A quiet wedding took place at the Baptist parsonage Wednesday evening, September 6th, 1899, Miss Ida B. Smith and Alvin Clark, being the contracting parties. Rev. T.L. Ketman officiating. Both young people are well known here and have a host of friends, who extend hearty congratulations and good wishes to the happy couple, and The Republican joins with them. Friday 8 September 1899

Pelton-Dunton-Tuesday September 13, 1899, Miss Gertrude Pelton and Frank M. Dunton, were united in marriage by the County Judge at his office. Mr. Dunton is one of the substantial young farmers of Lebanon and is to be heartily congratulated in securing such an admirable and accomplished young lady as Miss Pelton for a wife. Friday 15 September 1899

Olcott-Royce-Last Friday evening, September 15, 1899, Miss Arvilla Olcott of this city and Peter V. Royce, of Beaver City, were married at the home of the bride’s parents, Mr. and Mrs. B.F. Olcott, Rev. T.L. Ketman officiating. Both young people are well known here and have many friends who extend to them their best wishes and congratulations. Friday 22 September 1899

Murphy-Bodwell-Monday, at the office of the county judge, Miss Elizabeth J. Murphy and Ora C. Bodwell were united in marriage. Mr. Bodwell is a prosperous young farmer of Lebanon precinct and the bride is the handsome and accomplished daughter of the late Wm. Murphy of the same precinct. May their matrimonial voyage be a happy one. Friday 22 September 1899

Rosander-Hagberg-On Wednesday, October 4th, 1899, Miss Alma Rosander, of Holdrege, and Ralph A. Hagberg, of this city, were married at Clay Center, Nebraska, arriving here after a short pleasant wedding tour on Sunday. The bride is one of Holdrege’s most accomplished young ladies and is well known and highly respected by many in this city. The groom is a roadmaster on the western division of the B & M, between this city and Akron, and is a young man of much ability and many sterling qualities. He is one of the most popular railroad men in the company’s employ and the congratulations the happy couple receive are numerous and hearty. The Republican joins with their many friends in extending its best wishes for their future happiness and prosperity, and a cordial welcome to the bride to McCook, where they will take up their residence. Friday 13 October 1899

Hammel-Bonger-Ella Hammel and George Bonger were united in marriage at the home of the bride’s parents, northwest of town, Sunday afternoon, October 8, 1899, Rev. J.A. Badcon, officiating. Both young people are well and favorably known here. The bride being the daughter of one of the prominent farmer’s of this county and the groom has been clerking in Menard’s grocery for the past several years. The happy young couple have the best wishes of their numerous friends. They have gone to housekeeping in West McCook, in the groom’s residence, on Dennison street. Friday 13 October 1899

At Oberlin, Kansas, Thursday, September 28th, 1899, Oscar Miller and Miss Maud Sarup, both of this vicinity, Judge Redman officiating. Friday 13 October 1899

At the residence of the bride’s parents, Sunday, October 1st, 1899, Marun Nillson and Miss Dora Ellis, Rev. E. White performing the ceremony. Mr. Nillson is n unusually energetic and bright young man, a prosperous farmer, well known in this community and very much respected. The bride is unknown to us but we know Mart has excellent taste and we congratulate them and wish then a happy and prosperous life. Friday 13 October 1899

At the Commercial hotel in McCook, Nebraska, Wednesday, October 4th, 1899, Wm. Mackey and Miss Florence Nutt, Judge Bishop officiating. The following friends and relatives were present to witness the ceremony: James and Mary Nutt, T.J. Dimmitt and wife, Earnest Galusha and Nell Plumb. Mr. Mackey has lived among us for the past four years and has a host of friends in the community. He is an industrious young farmers in the Beaver Valley, which is enough recommendation for anyone. Miss Nutt is an admirable young lady, born and raised in Red Willow county. The News extends congratulations. Friday 13 October 1899

Bartley-Married at the residence of the bride’s parents three miles north of Bartley, October 11, at 6 o’clock p.m. Miss Orrie E. Williams to Cecil E. Matthews, Rev. Earnest Crippen officiating. The bride is the eldest daughter of W.D. Williams and wife who have resided in this county for a number of years and here Mrs. Matthews grew from girlhood to womanhood, beloved by all. The groom is a young man who has made his home in this county for the last four years being two years in different vocations in McCook and has made a large number of acquaintances all over the country and has their highest esteem. A delicious supper (as only Mrs. Williams knows how to serve) was provided for a large number of invited guests. The bride was attended by two bridesmaids, Miss Nora May and the bride’s sister, Miss Pearl Williams. The bride’s dress was white organic over cream, while the bridesmaids wore white swiss. The groom and attendants, Messrs. Harry Blackson and Marton Rittenberg wore the conventional black. A long list of desirable and beautiful presents were gifts at the hands of the invited, among which was two 100 piece dinner sets and a complete line of silverware. Miss Lillian Welborn our efficient county superintendent played the wedding march. Friday 20 October 1899

Will Mackey and Miss Florence Nutt were married at McCook last Wednesday and arrived at the bride’s home Thursday evening, where a bountiful supper had been prepared for them and their guests, by Mr. and Mrs. Nutt. About seventy people were present and a fine time is reported. A dance followed the supper and it was early morning when the tired but happy throng witnessed the presentation of many valuable and useful articles to the newly married couple, who responded with many words of thankfulness and gratitude. Friday 20 October 1899

Mitchell-Ward- A pretty home wedding took place at the residence of the bride, on McFarland street, Wednesday evening, October 25th, 1899. Promptly at 8:15 the bridal couple entered the parlor and took their positions under a beautiful arch of roses and carnations and Mrs. Mary E. Mitchell and Charles A. Ward were united in marriage, Rev. J.A. Badcon, pastor of the Methodist church, officiating in the presence of about thirty guests, relatives and intimate friends of the contracting couple. The ceremony over the bride and groom received the hearty congratulations of their friends. The guests were then seated at a number of small tables artistically arranged, and served with an elegant supper of five courses, after which the evening was spent in a most enjoyable manner. Among the numerous presents received by the bride and groom was a costly silver tea set from the groom’s fellow workmen in the Burlington shops. The bride is a highly esteemed lady, whose many excellent qualities are admired by all who know her. She is a sister of H. Thrailkill formerly a conductor here, now living in California. The groom is well known and respected by everyone. He has been in the employ of the Burlington railroad at this point for many years and is the foreman of the carpenter department of the western division in the shops here. He is a favorite with not only the officials, but with the men under him and all his associates. The happy couple began housekeeping at once in their own home. The Republican extends to this worthy couple its best wishes for their future and may it be a long and happy one. Friday 27 October 1899

Miessner-Markwad-Sunday morning, November 12, 1899, at 10 o’clock, Miss Lizzie Miessner and August J. Markwad were united in marriage at the Baptist parsonage, Rev. T.L. Ketman officiating. Miss Beth Robinson and Ernest Markwad acting as bridesmaid and groomsman. Both young people are highly esteemed by all who know them. The groom owns a blacksmith shop on Dennison street and is an industrious and good workman. The happy couple go to housekeeping at once on East Dennison street. The Republican extends its best wishes for the happy couple, and hopes they may prosper, live long and be happy. Friday 17 November 1899

Amid a profession of decorations and bridal blossoms at the home of the bride’s parents, Mr. and Mrs. S.W. Stilgebouer, at high noon, Wednesday, November 22, 1899, were united in holy wedlock Mr. Mayo W. Green and Miss Lulu Stilgebouer. The ceremony was beautiful and impressive, conducted by Rev. Wm. Hardcastle, of Cambridge, preceded by a beautiful wedding march rendered upon the organ by Miss Leo Green, the groom’s sister. The bride is one of Danbury’s best young women and is loved by a large circle of friends. The groom is a splendid young man and a prosperous farmer. About 34 guests were present with their good wishes and many valuable presents were presented to the happy young couple. An ample dinner was provided and appreciated by all present. Miss Lulu is the last of the home circle to be happily married. May their appreciation of life never grow less or their happiness diminish as they travel the onward march of life. The reception takes place today at the home of Mr. and Mrs. R.W. Green. Friday 1 December 1899

Death of Mrs. Johnson-Sunday evening, January 1, 1899, about 9 o’clock Mrs. Nellie Johnson passed quietly and peacefully to her rest after a long illness, during which she suffered almost continuously surrounded by her mother, her two children and a few friends. He maiden name was Nellie Root. She was born in Solon, Ohio, May, 1859, was married in 1879 to Dr. L.L. Johnson, by which union three children were born, two of whom, Jessie, aged 16 and Louis aged 14 years, survive her. During her residence here about fifteen years, she has been most highly esteemed by all and had a friend in everyone who met her. She raised and provided for her children by her own efforts, denying herself many comforts and pleasures for their sakes, teaching them by her own good example in such a manner that they, too, command the respect of all by their good manners and industry. She had just reached a time when she could have taken life easier, when her little ones could have taken a portion at least, of the burden from her, and that she could have enjoyed the fruits of her labor and self sacrifice, when her health failed and after two years of suffering her loving Father called her to His home, where care and sorrow never come. She did not complain, but done her work faithfully here below, and has certainly gone to her reward. No woman in this community enjoyed to a greater extent the friendship and esteem of all than she, and her death cast a gloom of sadness in every home. The heartfelt sympathy is extended on every hand to the sorrowing mother and the motherless children at their irreparable loss. She was a member of the Star of Jupiter and the Macabees lodges, holding the office of record keeper in the latter lodge at the time of her death. The floral pieces presented by the lodges-a star and crescent by the Stars, a cross and crown by the Macabees, an anchor by the class of 99, of which Jessie is a member, and a pillow by her children-were very beautiful. The funeral services were held at her late home, corner of Madison and Douglas streets, Wednesday afternoon at 2 o’clock in accordance to her expressed wishes. They were largely attended by friends, and were conducted by Rev. W.J. Turner, pastor of the Congregational church, of which she was a member, assisted by Rev. J.A. Badcon. Her remains were interred in Longview cemetery. Friday 6 January 1899

Death of Norman Forbes-Last Saturday J.F. Forbes received a telegram that his brother, Norman Forbes, died at his home in Victor, California, from a hemorrhage, resulting from a severe cold. He started that night for Victor to attend the funeral and care to the widow and her little son. Norman Forbes was well known here, having been in the employ of the railroad company at this place as an operator for some time. His health failing he went to Holyoke, Colorado, but not recovering, in fact growing worse his brother took him to California about five years ago. The climate agreed with him and he became much better. He married Miss Odie Hanna a sister of Mrs. R.P. Woods, formerly of this city and was born a son now aged one year. The deceased was agent for the Southern Pacific R.R. at Victor for the past four years, was an excellent young man and highly esteemed where ever he was known. The sympathy of this community is extended to the bereaved widow and to his family in their sorrow. Friday 20 January 1899

The infant child of I.D. Long died Tuesday morning January 18, 1899. The funeral service will be held at the residence Friday morning and will be conducted by Rev. Mayfield of Culbertson. Friday 20 January 1899

Died, Sunday, Jan. 22, 1899, of bronchitis, Harry, the infant son of Mr. and Mrs. Paulson, aged fifteen months and seven days. The funeral services were held at the home about eight miles south of this place Tuesday and the remains interred in the Oberlin cemetery. Friday 3 February 1899

Mrs. L. Suess Death-Mrs. Louis Suess died Sunday morning, February 5, 1899, after a long illness from tuberculosis of the bone. Kate Schmidt was born in Germany, August 8, 1871, and came to America with her parents when a child. She leaves a husband and two little daughters, aged 5 and 3 years, a brother and sister here and her parents, Phillip Schmidt and wife of Frontier county to mourn her death. The funeral services were held in the German Congregational church Tuesday afternoon, Rev. W.F. Vogt officiating assisted by Rev. W.J. Turner, and the Congregational choir. The sincere sympathy of the community is extended to the bereaved family. Friday 10 February 1899

R.M. Osborn received a telegram this morning stating that Johnnie the little son of John Morehead and wife, died in Denver this morning and that his remains will be brought here for burial. They formerly lived here and Mr. Morehead is a brother of Mrs. Osborn. Friday 17 February 1899

Fireman Olson’s little son aged seven months died Monday. He was on 149 and he received a telegram at Otis and returned on next train. The funeral was held Tuesday. Friday 17 February 1899

J. F. Ingels Death-The news of the death of Jess F. Ingels, of Box Elder precinct, was received with sorrow and surprise in this city Monday morning, shortly after he died. Very few of his friends here knew that he was sick, or had been feeling unwell. On the previous Thursday he had a stroke of paralysis which resulted fatally in three days. Friday 3 March 1899

Died, at her home four miles northeast of Danbury, Monday, March 20, 1899, of Brights disease, Mrs. Anderson Gartin, aged 47 years and 10 months. The funeral services were held at the home Wednesday at 10 o’clock and the remains interred in the Danbury cemetery. Rev. White conducting the ceremony. She leaves a husband, son and daughter to mourn her loss. The have the sympathy of the community. Friday 31 March 1899

Mrs. E.A. Ruby was taken with hemorrhage of the nose last Wednesday night and it has continued at frequent intervals ever since. Sunday, Dr. Gage of McCook, was telegraphed for to council with Dr. Gillespie and the two worked faithfully for several hours but the blood could not be checked until late Sunday night. Little hopes of her recovery were entertained by her friends until Monday. Wednesday evening, Mrs. Ruby gave birth to a lifeless girl baby. She is getting along nicely now and gaining strength rapidly. The little one was buried in the Danbury cemetery today. Friday 31 March 1899

Moses Battershall-Died yesterday, Thursday evening, April 20th, 1899, at 5 o’clock very unexpected, but quietly and peacefully. Although he has not been well for some time his worst trouble seemed to be his inability to sleep. Wednesday he was in town and got some medicine to make him sleep. He took some and slept soundly from 10 o’clock Wednesday till 2 o’clock when his wife wakened him to get his dinner he got up and ate, and at 4 o’clock went to sleep again and could not be aroused, quietly passing away the next evening. The deceased was well and favorably known here and the sorrowing family have the sincere and heartfelt sympathy of the entire community in their hour of sorrow. Friday 21 April 1899

Mathew Erwin-Of East McCook, aged 77 years, died yesterday, Thursday morning, April 20th, 1899 at 8 o’clock from dropsy of the heart. The funeral services will be held at his late home tomorrow afternoon at 2 o’clock. The sympathy of the community is extended to the bereaved family. Friday 21 April 1899

Last Sunday Michael Smith, aged 67 years died at his home, in Perry precinct, of heart disease. The funeral services were held Tuesday morning at 10 o’clock and his remains were buried in the Catholic cemetery. Friday 21 April 1899

Death’s Doings-Dr. Levi J. Spickelmier-Last Sunday evening April 16, 1899, after a long and painful illness, death brought relief from suffering to Dr. L.J. Spickelmier. The deceased was born in Boone county, Indiana, August 25, 1842. He was married to Sarah F. Smith May 10, 1865. In 1870 he united with the Christian church and has been a faithful member. He attended college in Indianapolis four terms graduating in 1880, and in the fall of that year moved to Blue Hill, Nebraska, where he lived until 1885, when he came to this city, and where he had resided and practiced as a physician, except a short time spent in Sioux City, Iowa. There is, perhaps no man so generally known and liked than was Dr. Spickelmier, nor one who was more generous and kind, his professional services being frequently given without a hope of remuneration, and through his love for man kind his generosity was probably imposed upon many times. The funeral services were held in the Congregational church on Tuesday afternoon, Rev. W.J. Turner officiating, under the auspices of the Masonic lodge, of which he was a member. He was the supreme medical examiner of the Star of Jupiter order, and a member of the Workman and Maccabees lodges, representatives of each attended the funeral, which was one of the largest ever in the city. The sympathy of the whole community is extended to the bereaved family in their sorrowful affliction. Friday 21 April 1899

Mrs. Thomas Spencer-Mrs. Thomas Spencer, whose maiden name was Martha Meadows, was born near Berwick, Warren county, Illinois, February 7, 1836 where she lived till 1875. She was united in marriage to Thomas Spencer May 3, 1856. To this union six children were born, four still surviving her, all of them residing at McCook--Samuel, William, Wess and Mary Griffith-who mourn her loss. In 1875 she, with her husband, moved to Louisa county, Iowa, then to Nebraska in 1878. At the age of fourteen years she became a member of the Christian church at Merellian, Illinois. When residing at Oxford, Neb. she still having faith in Christ and a desire to meet with God’s children and help in the good work, she became a member of the Baptist church in 1896, living a true Christian life to the end. She bore her long sickness with patience and resignation to the will of God until the end of life. When the death messenger came her lamp was trimmed and burning ready to enter in through the gates into the city which hath foundations whose builder and maker is God. Death relieved her of all her sufferings April 29, 1899, aged 64 years, 2 months and 22 days. The funeral took place at the home. The sermon was preached by the water at her own request. The remains were laid to rest in the McCook cemetery, Sunday afternoon, April 30, 1899. Wm. J. Boyd Friday 5 May 1899

The infant daughter of Alexander Brown and wife died last Friday and was buried Saturday in the Hamburg cemetery. Friday 26 May 1899

Eliza G. Nettleton-The death of Mrs. Eliza G. Nettleton on Tuesday morning, May 23, 1899, at 3:30 o’clock at her home south of the city was a painful surprise to her numerous friends, many of them here not knowing she was sick. The deceased was born at Brandon, Vermont, on March 6, 1830 and she passed away on the thirteenth anniversary of her husband’s death. She was ill but a few days and her death was caused by brain inflammation. She was loved and respected by all who knew her, and both she and her husband done much toward educating teachers and children of this county, each having held the office of county superintendent in the early days and to them is due the credit of establishing the high standard now held here and brining order out of chaos. She will long be remembers for the good she done. The funeral services were held yesterday afternoon, at her late residence at 2 o’clock. Rev. W.J. Turner officiating and her remains interred in the cemetery here. Friday 26 May 1899

Ada L. Harlan-Died at the home of her parents, Dr. A.C. and Carrie L. Harlan in Frontier county, north of this city, May 22, 1899, of Bright’s disease, after a gradual decline in health of about two years. She was born at Bentonsport, Iowa, January 4, 1877, and came here with her parents, several years ago. She was a most estimable young lady loved and respected by all who knew her. The funeral services were held at the parent’s home Wednesday and her remains brought to this city for interment. The bereaved parents have the heartfelt sympathy of all in their affliction. Friday 26 May 1899

Rev. J.M. Mann died at his home in Indianola at 5:30 a.m. Monday, May 22, 1899. The funeral service was conducted from the M.E. church at 1:30 p.m. Tuesday May 23, by Rev. O.R. Beebe of Cambridge, assisted by Revs. M.J. Boyd, L.A. Turner, and M.S. Foucth. At the cemetery the service was conducted by the G.A.R. and concluded by Rev. Beebe for the church. The Masons acted as escort. Friday 1 June 1899

W.S. Minnich has been notified that the body of his son, Leroy S. Minnich, Company C, First Wyoming, who died in the Philippines August 15, of typhoid fever, has been sent him for burial. If the body arrives Sunday morning as expected, the funeral service will be held at the same hour as the Memorial services, under direction of the Post, by request of Mr. Minnich. Friday 1 June 1899

Obituary-Maryette Lee, infant daughter of Charles W. and Rose L. Barnes, died Friday morning, June 2, 1899, at 10:20 o’clock after an illness of but twenty-four hours. Born, September 19, 1898, she was 8 months and 14 days old at her death. She never knew what sin in any form was, nor suffered a minute from pain, from her birth till her fatal illness. With a disposition and a face as bright and sweet as a sunbeam when it shines on the dewy roses on a cloudless summer morning, she taught a love so pure and innocent that those who saw her felt the invisible lesson. Those who knew her loved her dearly, and her short life was not clouded by a single sorrow but was a happy and sweet as it was short and pure, making the parting to her devoted relatives one of the bitterest of life. The funeral ceremonies were held in the Episcopal church, Saturday afternoon, June 3, at 4 o’clock. Rev. Howard Stoy, rector, officiating. Rev. W.J. Turner of the Congregational church assisting. Her remains were interred in Riverview cemetery. Friday 9 June 1899

A 15 year old son of Adam Fritz was killed Tuesday morning while endeavoring to repair a binder. He had a prop under the machine which in some manner became deranged, letting it down on his head and crushing his skull. The funeral was held Wednesday afternoon from the German Lutheran church south of town. Friday 7 July 1899

Sudden Death-On the afternoon of July 4th, 1899, Robert C. Welsh aged 74 years and 6 months, passed peacefully and quietly away while asleep in a hammock, at the home of his daughter, Mrs. John F. Hunt, two miles south of town. He felt in his usual health in the morning, and said he did not care to go to the celebration. The family went, and he was seen and talked with by neighbors as late as two o’clock in the afternoon. He then done all the chores he was accustomed to do, went to the hammock, took off his shoes, and probably smoked after getting into the hammock, as his pipe was placed on a board by it, along side of a magazine. He then fell asleep. When the family returned at 4 o’clock his daughter found him dead, with a peaceful smile upon his countenance. The deceased was a veteran of the Mexican war, and a man of many excellent traits. He had but few acquaintances here, as he seldom went from home. His remains were taken to Stratton Wednesday for burial. He leaves a family of two daughters and five sons to mourn his loss. Friday 7 July 1899

Obituary-The following is taken from the obituary notice in the Stratton correspondence of the Trenton Leader of Robert C. Welsh, who died at the home of his daughter two miles south of this city notice of which was published in The Republican last week. He leaves a wife and seven children, five boys and two girls. Three of the sons live here, to wit: Wm. J., Frank P., and Thomas Jr., Mrs. John Wolfe is the other daughter. Two of the sons R.M. and R.A. live in the eastern part of the state and were unable to attend the last sad rites. The deceased was the youngest son of a family of seven sons, was born January 6th, 1826. He was married to Miss Anna J. Leurman, October 28, 1856 at Galena, Ill. They lived in different parts of Illinois and Iowa until the spring of 1868, when they moved to Jefferson county, Neb., where the deceased took a homestead, seven miles east of the present city of Fairbury. Welsh was an old soldier, being a second lieutenant in Company A in Colonel May’s famous “Black Horse Brigade.” He was severely wounded in the leg by a Mexican lance at the battle of Buna Vista. When the civil war broke out Mr. Welsh was among the first to offer his services, and , if need be his life, in defense of the Union, but the crippled leg he brought back from Mexico was a source of much annoyance to him and was the cause of his being repeatedly rejected. After trying the calvary infantry and artillery branch of the service, being rejected numerous times, he finally offered his services as drill master of raw recruits. Owing largely to his efforts the Iowa volunteers were usually the best drilled raw recruits when they came to being brigaded. Friday 14 July 1899

Died, of paralysis, Wednesday, June 26, 1899, Harriet B., wife of W. S. Ryan, aged 63 years, 4 months and 2 days at the home of her daughter Mrs. E.T. Woods. The funeral services were held in the M.E. church. Friday 4 August 1899

Mrs. Frank Thorne Dead-After suffering for many months from consumption the spirit of Mrs. Frank Thorne passed away Tuesday afternoon, August 1st, 1899, at 3 o’clock aged 29 years 7 months. The deceased came here from Indiana about a year ago in hopes the change of climate might aid in the recovery of her health, but the disease was too firmly established, and she slowly wasted away. She was a sister of C.E. and W.C. Pope of this city, and her sad case elicited the sympathy of all in her hopeless fight for life against its relentless foe. She leaves a husband and daughter, besides her mother, who attended her constantly, and brothers. She was a member of the United Brethren church before coming here and still held her membership in that church at her former home in Indiana. The funeral service was held at her late home and was conducted by Rev. T.L. Keltman, of the Baptist church, and her remains interred in the cemetery here. Friday 4 August 1899

Again sorrow has come to the home of Jacob Getman. In less than a month he has lost two children, the second a boy four years old, dying early yesterday morning from diphtheria. The afflicted family have the sincere sympathy of the community in their sorrow. Friday 11 August 1899

The angel of death caught up the infant babe of G.W. Predmore and wife from this vale of tears and carried it to the home beyond where pain and sorrow is not known. In the three short months it lived in this world in endeared itself to its parents, as only a child can, and the sympathy of the community is extended to the bereaved family. Services were held Wednesday afternoon in the Methodist church, Rev. H.H. Berry officiating, and the body interred in Longview cemetery. Friday 11 August 1899

Obituary-Mrs. Timothy D. McCarty, of Holdrege, died Saturday morning, August 5, 1899, at 12:35 at the home of her daughter, Mrs. D. Magner, in this city, after a long illness from complication of diseases, which baffled the skill of physicians, but the immediate cause of her death being congestion of the lungs. Sarah C. Thurber was born in Erie, Pennsylvania, February 15, 1839. She was married to Timothy D. McCarty in June 1857, at Harbor Creek, near her birth place. Four children were born to them two of whom, with her husband, survive her. Mrs. D. Magner of this city and Mrs. Geo. Hymer of Ravenna. They moved to Nebraska in 1880, and two years afterward moved to Holdrege, where they resided almost continually until her death. The deceased was a consistent Christian from the age of 18 years, and at the time of her death was a member of the Congregational church of Holdrege. She was a woman of many excellent qualities, who had a host of friends wherever she was known, a kind loving mother, and a devoted wife. The funeral services were held at the home of her daughter in this city on Sunday, August 6th, at 2 o’clock a.m. Rev. Mr. Keplinger, of Holdrege, officiating by her request. Her remains were buried in Longview cemetery. Friday 11 August 1899

Sad Death-Word was received here Tuesday that Will McManigal of this city, an operator for the B & M died Monday evening, April 10, 1899, at Norton, Kansas, after suffering about two weeks from appendicitis. The deceased was a young man 21 years of age, son of Mr. and Mrs. J.H. McManigal of this city. He was raised here and graduated at the city schools, and well and favorably known to every one in town. His father who is an engineer running on a road in Wyoming, arrived here Wednesday night to attend the funeral. The services were held in the Congregational church Thursday morning and the remains interred in Longview cemetery. The bereaved family have the sincere sympathy of the entire community in their sorrow. Friday 14 August 1899

Lost Another-The home of G.W. Predmore was visited by the angel of death again Monday, the second time in less than a week. This time their little son, Charles, aged twenty-one months was taken to join his baby brother, who died of the same complaint, cholera infantum, Tuesday of last week. The afflicted family have the sincere and heartfelt sympathy of everyone. The funeral services were held in the Methodist church Tuesday afternoon at 2 o’clock, Rev. H. H. Berry officiating, and were attended by a large number of friends and neighbors. Friday 18 August 1899

Obituary-Harvey Kay Ludwick was born in McCook, Nebraska, November 20, 1885, died August 10, 1899, aged 13 years 8 months and 20 days. Two brothers and a sister had passed on before; three brothers, a sister and father and mother are living. Harvey was a true and a noble boy, loved by all who knew him and loved most by those who knew him best. Whether in the home, on the street, on the farm, or in the Sunday school, he always carried a smile. The comfort that comes to the father and mother that it was a sudden death and it will be a sudden glory. Harvey has gone to join his brothers and sister who went before. He will watch for the loved ones to follow. What a happy meeting that will be. The funeral services were held in the Methodist church on Saturday morning, August 12th, at 10 o’clock, the sermon was preached by the pastor to a large congregation. The sympathies of the entire city go out to the afflicted family, and may they find beneath them the arms of the Great Father who knows what is meant by this providence which seems so strange to us. The body was interred in Longview cemetery. Friday 18 August 1899

Death of Mrs. Campbell-Mrs. Jane Campbell who has been visiting her son Thomas B. in this city for the past few weeks, died at his home, after but a short illness on Wednesday, October 11, 1899. Jane Ann Campbell was born in Philadelphia, Penna., May 30, 1822, was married to Samuel J. Campbell in October 1856, who died about fifteen years ago. Three sons survive the parents, Thomas, Joseph and James; the former resides here and the others in Tennessee and Colorado. The deceased had been a member of the Methodist church over sixty years, and her Christian character was a beautiful one. Her remains were sent to her late home in Ohio, Wednesday evening for burial and accompanied by her sons. Friday 13 October 1899

A.J. Stroud-Last Monday evening, October 16th, 1899, at 7:20 o’clock death brought relief from suffering to A. J. Stroud, at his home in South McCook. The cause of his death was blood poisoning from a slight wound, caused by a splinter, in the third finger of his right hand just a month before his death which became infected. The wound was so slight, that serious results from it did not seem possible. It became sore and inflamed and after simple remedies were tried and failed a physician was called but his system had taken up so much of the poison that it baffled the skill of the doctor and he suffered terribly until the day before death brought him rest and relief from the cares and pains of this world. He passed away quietly and peacefully. A.J. Stroud was born in Paris, Tennessee, on April 12, 1832. He was married to Miss Penelope McFadden, who died in 1863, and on November 28, 1865, was married to Miss Minerva Jane Baker, who survives him, with nine of his children: Mrs. M.F. Horrell, of Leadville, Colorado; Mrs. Flora Belcher, Desoto, Illinois; Mrs. Mary Nichols, of McCook; J.M. of St. Louis, Missouri; Lewis of Howard, Kansas; Ross, who is in the army in the Philippines, and three children at home. The funeral services were held yesterday morning at 10 o’clock, Rev. T.L. Ketman officiating and his remains buried in the River view Cemetery. The bereaved family have the sincere sympathy of everyone in their sorrow. Friday 20 October 1899

Obituaries-Charles Volbrecht-Monday evening, October 16, 1899, Charles Volbrecht died at the residence of Adolph Reischeick in Perry precinct. The deceased had been suffering from rheumatism for some time. He was a little over 78 years of age, and had lived in this country since he was 30 years old, and this county for the past fifteen years. He leaves three children: Louis V., who lives on the homestead west of town, Charles in Utah, and Mrs. James McCotter of Denver, all of whom attended the funeral which was held Tuesday afternoon at the house, and conducted by Rev. H.H. Berry. His remains were interred in the Riverview cemetery. The bereaved family have the sympathy of the community. Friday 20 October 1899

Dutton-Acel Thomas Dutton the youngest son of W.G. Dutton and wife three miles southwest of McCook, died October 20th, of cholera infantum after a few days of sickness. Everything was done that was possible to do. What a comfortless world this would be without hope. Ministers are constantly summoned to the chamber of sickness and the bed of death. If I could not carry a Bible in this life. I have the keys of duty. I will not leave you comfortless, I go to prepare a place for you and will come again and receive you unto myself. These are the sweet consolations that float with celestial melody, into our homes of sorrow and our faith recognizing a truly divine voice answered back, Jesus Christ alone can satisfy all human necessities and the loftiest of human aspirations. Offer of a Savior and the promise of the Divine Comforter with me and the precious fourteenth chapter of the book of John is a lamp that is often held aloft in the room of sickness and the house of mourning, it would be little consolation. Brother and sister Dutton knows for themselves what such rooms mean. We have had God’s truth pricked into our hearts and memories by sharp experiences. In you nursery there will be an empty crib and a empty chair at the table. Amid all the mysteries that overhand death and eternity is there any heaven kindled infallible and unchangeable light that can illuminate the grave and penetrate into the unseen world. Yes, thanks be to God, the star of Bethlehem is the star of Bethany’s sorrowing home and rocky sepulcher. I am the resurrection and life. The funeral services were held in M.E. church Sunday afternoon, October 22, and were largely attended. The sermon was preached by Pastor J.A. Badcon. The bereaved family have the sympathy of the community. The interment was in Riverview cemetery. J.A.B. Friday 27 October 1899

Obituaries-A.A. Phillippi-Last Saturday morning, October 21, 1899, A.A. Phillippi died at his home four miles southeast of town. For a couple of weeks he had suffered severely from a carbuncle on the back of his neck, but his death was a painful surprise to his many friends in this city. Mr. Phillippi was one of the early settlers in this vicinity and was well and favorably known all over the county. He leaves a widow and five children to mourn his loss. He was a member of the Star of Jupiter order in which he carried $1000 insurance. The funeral services were held Sunday morning in the Baptist church in this city, Rev. T.L. Ketman officiating, and was attended by a large number of his friends and neighbors. His body was interred in Riverview cemetery. The sincere sympathy of the whole community is extended to the bereaved family. Friday 27 October 1899

Wm. Irwin Dead-After a long illness, during which he suffered much, death came to William M. Irwin, Monday afternoon at three o’clock. The funeral services were held yesterday afternoon in the Methodist church. Obituary will be published next week. Friday 3 November 1899

Sad Death-A most pathetic ending of the life of a man named Charles McEwen occurred in the city jail, where he was given lodging, at 12:30 Wednesday night. Monday night about one o’clock he asked night policeman Banks for a place to sleep and he was taken to the city hall. The next morning he got into a box car to go to Denver, that evening about nine o’clock the police found him lying very sick on a bed in the jail a doctor was summoned and prescribed for him. Chief Police Rogers stayed with him all night and waited upon him. The next day a nurse was secured and he was well cared for until he died. The deceased was 38 years of age, of Scotch decent, and said he had lived in Denver 13 years, that he had no relatives in this country, but his folks lived in Ireland. His remains were interred today. Friday 3 November 1899

The infant child of E.J. Baker and wife, who live southeast of the city, died Wednesday and its remains interred in Riverview cemetery yesterday. Friday 1 December 1899

Died, at her home in Lebanon, on Monday, Nov. 20, 1899, Mrs. Ora C. Bodwell, aged 23 years 7 months and 2 days. Lizzie J. Murphy was born in Harrison county, Mo., April 18, 1876, came to Red Willow county, Neb., with her parents in 1880 and has resided here ever since. One Sept. 18, 1899, she was united in marriage with Ora C. Bodwell at McCook, Neb. Her death was very sudden and unexpected as she was sick but about one week. The funeral took place at the Presbyterian church of this place at 12 o’clock Tuesday, Rev. Miles, of Wilsonville, conducted the services. Friday 1 December 1899

F. W. Piersall and wife mourn the death of their little daughter, which occurred last Friday. The funeral services were held Saturday morning and the little body laid to rest in Riverview cemetery. Friday 1 December 1899