George Traphagan and Miss Molly Corcoran were married on last Thursday in the Catholic church in McCook, Rev. Loughran officiating. A goodly number of friends and neighbors were present. After the ceremony they repaired to the home of the bride where a sumptuous repast was served. George and Mollie came here when quite small. We wish them a long happy and prosperous life. Friday 19 January 1904

Osborn-Wentz-A pleasant wedding took place at the home of the bride’s parents, John Wentz and wife in West McCook, Wednesday evening and Miss Agnes was united in marriage to Ernest F. Osborn, an enterprising young business man of our city. Rev. H.H. Berry had charge of the ceremonies. A number of relatives and friends were present at the wedding, after which a wedding banquet was served and the evening passed in a social way. The young people will make their home for the present with the bride’s parents. Their many friends will join us in wishing them a long and happy married life. Friday 22 January 1904

Mowery-Spencer-C.A. Mowery, of Holyoke, Colorado, and Miss Verna Spencer, of this place, were united in marriage at the home of the bride’s parents, Mr. and Mrs. Sam Spencer, Wednesday evening, Rev. C.R. Betts, of the Baptist church officiating. There ceremony was performed in the presents of about twenty friends and relatives. After the marriage a wedding supper was served. Miss Spencer is a well known and popular young lady who has been raised here in McCook. Several years ago she learned the art of setting type in The Republican office and has been with us most of the time since, leaving a position which she filled most acceptably to assume her new duties. Mr. Mowery, is the B & M agent in Holyoke for which place the young couple departed the same evening taking with them the best wishes of a host of friends. Friday 26 February 1904

Benjamin Huntwork and Miss Myrtle Ault, two of our well known and popular young people were united in marriage by Rev. Crippen Tuesday. Their many friends congratulate. Friday 4 March 1904

Jas. Beeby and Florence Younger were married by the Rev. Crago at the home of Jas. Modrell on the eve of March 17th. They will live on one of Mr. Churches farms this year. All extend best wishes and happiness to them. Friday 11 March 1904

Marquad-Smith-A pleasant wedding took place at the home of the bride’s parents, W.H. Smith and wife south east of town Tuesday at high noon, Rev. C.R. Betts, officiating, when their daughter Miss Iva, was united in marriage to Ernest Marquad, in the presence of sixty invited guests. After the ceremony a bounteous wedding feast was partaken of by the assembled friends. The presents were many, appropriate and beautiful. The young couple are well known and popular and their many friends will join us in wishing them a long and happy wedded life. They will occupy the new house on the Wilcox ranch. Friday 11 March 1904

Miss Alice Leopold and Willie Boyd were united in marriage on last Wednesday evening, Rev. Pogue officiating. Only relatives and a few intimate friends were present. Congratulations are extended. Friday 11 March 1904

A quiet wedding occurred at the home Emil Henckle Sunday evening when Miss Anna Alexander, of Aurora, was united in marriage to Rudolph L. Okerson, a brother of Mrs. Henckle, Rev. C.R. Betts, pastor of the Baptist church officiating. Friday 18 March 1904

Selby-Dick Wedding-On the evening of March 15, 1904 at the residence of the groom’s mother Mrs. Eve Selby, Mr. Joy Selby of McCook, and Miss Ina M. Dick of Wauneta, were united in marriage, the ceremony being performed by W.C. German, pastor of the Christian church, in the presence of quite a number of friends who had come to shower upon them many a wreath of flowers of love and good wishes for the success of the voyage upon which they were just embarking. The bride was arrayed in the radiation and absorption of all colors, while the groom was dressed capable in the absorption of all colors. The groom is one of the best known, most popular young men employed in the B & M shops, and the bride is one of the leading young ladies of Wauneta, is well adapted to be a true helpmate for the man. The oyster soup supper that followed the marriage was an elaborate, rich dish, and many were in it. The high esteem in which the young couple are held, was shown by the valuable presents presented to them. Thus the happy couple start out well matched. May many happy days be added to their lives. Friday 18 March 1904

Milford Pew and Miss Myrtle Cochran were united in marriage on last Saturday by the county judge. They will begin their wedded life on Mr. Pew’s ranch west of Danbury. Both of the couples above mentioned are among Danbury’s well known young people and have the congratulations of a host of friends. Friday 18 March 1904

At the home of the bride’s parents near Danbury, on Sunday, March 20, Rosie Minniear and Clarence Axtell were united in marriage, Rev. Pogue officiating. Only relatives and a few intimate friends of the family were present. The young couple will live on the Charles Russell place four miles northeast of Danbury. They have the best wishes of many friends. Friday 25 March 1904

James L. Woodson and Mrs. Lena M. Munson of Denver, Colorado, were quietly married in this city a high noon yesterday at the residence of the groom’s parents, Mr. and Mrs. W. A. Woodson, K street, by Rev. N.S. Haynes, pastor of the First Christian church. Only the relatives of the contracting parties were present. An elegant dinner followed the ceremony. The groom is a traveling man, whose many friends among the angels of commerce, as well as others, will be glad to learn of his good fortune in winning a charming bride. They will shortly make their residence in McCook, Nebraska. State Journal Friday 1 April 1904

Sly-Sheldon-Miss Minta Sly and Burton Sheldon were married at the home of the bride’s mother Wednesday evening at 8:30 o’clock, Rev. C.R. Betts, officiating. About thirty-five guests were present. Miss Laura Miller was the bride’s maid and Herbert Watkins groom’s man. Mrs. Brown playing the wedding march. Both young people are highly esteemed in this community, and were the recipients of many presents. An excellent supper was served. The best wishes of a host of friends are extended to the happy young couple. Friday 8 April 1904

Married at the home of the bride’s parents eight miles southwest of Danbury, Miss Edna Van Pelt and George Schweitzberger, only relatives were present. Congratulations are extended. Friday 15 April 1904

Alfred F. Newall of Alexandria and Miss Ada R. Cutler of Pana, Illinois, were united in marriage Thursday evening of last week by Rev. George Conrad at the home of the bride’s brother, Ralph Cutler. Only members of the family were present. The groom is a young farmer residing near Alexandria where the young couple will make their home. Friday 22 April 1904

Stone-Wolfe-A very pretty wedding took place at the home of J.R. Gordon, Sunday evening, April 17, when Miss Bertha Wolfe, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. W. R. Wolfe of Box Elder, was united in marriage to Wm. A. Stone, Rev. Crago officiating of the M.E. church. Only near relatives and friends of the contracting parties were present. Miss Eliza Johnson acted as bridesmaid and Mr. George Shields, cousin of the groom, as best man. A wedding march was softly played during the ceremony which made it the more profuse and beautiful. The bride was prettily gowned in white carrying pink and white carnations, while the groom was dressed in black. Dainty refreshments were served after which the bride and groom were presented many beautiful and useful presents. The bride is well known and much esteemed in society circles of Box Elder. The groom is a brother of Mrs. J.R. Gordon and a prosperous young farmer, who came here from Kansas a year ago and has evidently come to the conclusion that Nebraska farming and Nebraska girls can discount Kansas yet. The happy couple will move at once on their farm two miles west of Box Elder. Their many friends wish them health, wealth, peace and prosperity. Friday 22 April 1904

Phillippi-Welhelm-Edwin A. Phillippi and Miss Freda Welhelm, two of our popular young people were united in marriage at high noon, Wednesday, at the home of the brides parents southwest of town, Rev. C.R. Betts of the Baptist church officiating. Directly after the ceremony a bounteous wedding dinner was served the assembled guests, after which the bride and groom departed for their future home on a farm west of town, where a number of friends were in waiting and tendered a pleasant surprise. The best wishes of all are extended to these worthy young people. Friday 6 May 1904

Emery Van Vleet and Miss Myrtle Barnhart were united in marriage on Wednesday evening, May 4. The ceremony took place at the home of the bride’s parents in Thomas county, Kansas, and a reception was given the young couple at the home of the groom’s parents the Saturday evening following. The young couple have the congratulations of their many friends. Friday 13 May 1904

Miss Annie Kincaide and Bert Gotchell were united in marriage at the home of the bride’s sister, Mrs. George Fisher. Congratulations are extended. Friday 10 June 1904

McCarl-Thomas Wedding-George H. Thomas and Miss Blanche E. McCarl of McCook were united in marriage at the residence of the bride’s mother, Mrs. Sarah A. McCarl, 1424 P street, this city, Thursday evening at 6:30 o’clock, the Rev. James Wallace Larkin of Oakland, Iowa, officiating. Mr. Thomas is superintendent of the McCook schools and a graduate of the state university and a member of the Phi Beta Kappa fraternity. Mrs. Thomas is graduate of the University Conservatory of Music. After a brief visit with relatives and friends at Harvard, Nebraska, Mr. and Mrs. Thomas will go to McCook to reside. Lincoln Star Friday 10 June 1904

A pleasant wedding took place at the home of the groom’s brother, Orson Lee, in this city, Saturday evening, Rev. Carman officiating, and Robert E. Lee of this place was united to Miss Mabel Conley of Denver. Friends extend best wishes. Friday 24 June 1904

McCarl-Andrews-A pleasant wedding took place at the home of the bride’s parents, Thomas Andrews and wife, four miles south east of Cambridge, Monday, June 20 and Miss Cassie was united in marriage to Thomas McCarl, of this city. Only a few friends were present. The bride and groom are both well known and popular here. Miss Andrews being a former teacher in our public schools and Mr. McCarl one of the popular young Burlington conductors. The Republican extends best wishes to the young people. Friday 24 June 1904

Marshall-Burgess-A pleasant wedding occurred at the home of Mr. and Mrs. F.D. Burgess on Wednesday evening, June 29, when Eva M. their daughter became the wife of John C. Marshall, a fireman on the B & M between Lincoln and McCook. The service was said by Rev. C. Richard Betts, Ph.D. in the presence of about twenty intimate friends and relatives. At exactly eight o’clock to the strains of a wedding march played by Mrs. Brown the bride slowly descended the stairs leading to the sitting room which had been simply yet artistically decorated for the occasion. Taking their places in a nook especially arranged with crepe decorations floating from the ceiling; and carnations, roses and sweet peas in vases forming a delightful back ground the words were soon said which united two lives forever. A reception was held in honor of the contracting parties and about eighty friends and acquaintances took them by the hand wishing them all the happiness that life has in store for them. The presents were many and costly. Both parties are very popular. They leave for an extended visit of about a month visiting relatives in the eastern part of this state and also Chicago after which they go to the World’s Fair at St. Louis, and will live in Lincoln. The best wishes of the entire community goes with them. Friday 1 July 1904

Allen-Sheridan-Charles F. Allen and Miss Ethel Sheridan, two well known and popular young people of this county, were united in marriage Sunday morning at the Baptist parsonage by Rev. C. R. Betts. They were accompanied by Otto Pate and Miss Effie Crowder. The young couple left the same morning for Denver. After a trip through the mountains they will return and commence housekeeping in a cottage on east Dennison street. The many friends of the young people extend congratulations. Friday 8 July 1904

Berry-Mershon-A quiet wedding occurred at the home of the bride’s parents in Wilcox, Wednesday of this week, Rev. Taylor, the local Methodist minister officiating and Floyd Berry of this place was united in marriage to Miss Lena Mershon. The bride is one of Wilcox’s popular young ladies and the groom is a son of H.H. Berry of this place, well known and popular among all of our young people. The cottage just south of Mrs. Vina Woods residence has been fitted up and will be occupied by Mr. and Mrs. Berry after October 1st. For the present they are visiting relatives in the eastern part of the state. The Republican extends best wishes to the young people. Friday 16 September 1904

Cards are out announcing the marriage of Miss Emma Thompson and Thomas Austin at the home of the bride on Wednesday evening of this week. Friday 23 September 1904

Married-Tuesday, September 20th, at Quick, Nebraska at one o’clock, C. Lester Nelson and Carrie Ghering were united in marriage by Rev. Carman in the presence of relatives and many friends. An elaborate dinner was served. Friday 23 September 1904

At the Commercial hotel parlors in McCook, Tuesday, September 20, at seven o’clock, Rev. M.B. Carman officiated at a wedding when he joined for life James H. Locker of Palisade and Miss Hanna E. Baker of Newton, Ia. They will reside near Palisade. Friday 23 September 1904

At the home of the bride’s parents in South McCook, Wednesday September 20, at five o’clock, Arthur Dinnel and Iva Maud Hewett were united in marriage by Rev. Carman. An elaborate supper was served to a few invited friends. Friday 23 September 1904

On Thursday, September 22, at high noon, Clarence F. Simpson and Miss Merle Ford were married by Rev. M.B. Carman at the home of the bride’s parents in South McCook. Friday 23 September 1904

Hoffman-Doyle-Miss Jennie daughter of James Doyle of Box Elder was united in marriage Sunday evening, at her home, to Albert C. Hoffman, of this place. It was a very pleasant wedding. Many neighbors and friends were present, and all unit in wishing the young people a happy and prosperous married life. Guests from town were H.P. Sutton, C.B. Gray and S.N. Wilson. After the ceremony a bounteous wedding supper was served. Friday 21 October 1904

Two years ago we put the announcement in the paper of the marriage of John Welsh to Pearl Wiggins, but it proved to be a mistake. On the third of September John and Pearl slipped down to Norton and were married, keeping it a secret until a week ago. They have moved to Oberlin and John will carry the mail between that place and Cedar Bluffs. John is a fine young man and will be greatly missed in this vicinity, especially in the Sunday school as he has been superintendent most of the past year. We congratulate him on securing such a handsome wife and hope much happiness may attend them through life. Friday 11 November 1904

Cards are out announcing the marriage on the 28th inst. of Miss Grace Andrews of this place to Dr. H.F. Neal of Meridian, Idaho. Friday 24 December 1904

Boles-Ivey-A pretty home wedding took place Christmas Eve at the residence of the bride’s parents, on Monroe street, when Miss Stella Boles and Henry Ivey were united in marriage, the ceremony taking place under a canopy of evergreen, Rev. M. B. Carman officiating. A number of friends were present. After the ceremony a bountiful supper was served, and a delightful evening passed. The happy young couple left that night for a trip to Omaha. The best wishes of their many friends are extended to them for a happy and prosperous future. Friday 24 December 1904

Gilbert Cooper Married-Gilbert Cooper, son of W.H. Cooper of this place was married to Miss Ollie Smith, at the home of the bride in Udall, Kansas, Wednesday, December 16. They are expected to arrive here this week, where they will take up their residence. Friday 24 December 1904

Mary, the eleven weeks old daughter of Harry Dixon and wife, died Tuesday. The little one had not been strong since its birth. The funeral took place from the home Wednesday afternoon, Rev. Carman preaching the sermon. Interment in Longview. Friday 15 January 1904

The body of the three year old daughter of Thomas Heins, of Hartwell, was brought here for burial Sunday. Interment in Calvary cemetery. Friday 15 January 1904

One of the twin daughters of Silas Gibson died last week. Friday 12 February 1904

The three year old daughter of Ed Hall and wife died of diphtheria last week. Friday 12 February 1904

Mrs. Eisenhart Dead-Mrs. G.G. Eisenhart, wife of George Eisenhart, the banker at Culbertson, died Wednesday morning after a brief illness. She leaves a husband and five small children to mourn her loss. The bereaved ones have the deep sympathy of all in their affliction. Friday 11 March 1904

J.H. Ludwick-Tuesday morning, March 8, 1904, the announcement that J.H. Ludwick was found dead in his bed by his daughter when she went to call him for breakfast was a shock to the citizens of the town. Heart disease was the cause. He had attended to his business at the store and his home as usual the day and evening before, and retired without complaining of feeling any worse than he had been for some time. He seemed to pass away peacefully during his sleep. John Harvey Ludwick was born in Rimersburg, Clarion county, Pennsylvania, July 3, 1849; learned the tanners trade during his youth, and moved to Onarga, Illinois, where he was married to Miss Sarah E. Wheeler, April 12, 1876. From this union ten children were born, four of whom, three boys and a girl, survive their parents, the mother dying in June 1902. The deceased moved to this city from Texas in the summer of 1884 and went into the furniture business with B. Trowbridge, buying out his partner four years later. He has continued in the house furnishing business continuously since then. And was at the time of his death one of the three who have been in business in this city from 1881. He made his eldest son, J.E. Ludwick a partner the first of the year, and his business has been steadily increasing for the past few years. He was an earnest, energetic and honest business man, and had invented several useful and practical household articles. He was a consistent Christian and a member of the Methodist church. He was a member of A.O.U.W. and carried a policy of $2,000 in that order. The funeral services were held in the M.E. church yesterday afternoon at 2:30 o’clock. Rev. M.B. Carman officiating and were largely attended. The bereaved family have the heartfelt sympathy of the whole community. Friday 11 March 1904

A.A. Calkins, an old and highly esteemed settler died Tuesday. He has been in poor health for a number of years. His invalid wife survives him. The funeral took place Wednesday afternoon, interment in the Indianola cemetery. Friday 18 March 1904

The little eight months old son of Fred Powell died on Tuesday of this week. The parents have the sympathy of the community. Friday 1 April 1904

Death of Lois Waite-Lois, the youngest daughter of H.P. Waite died at her home in this city Monday morning of intestinal lagrippe and heart failure after an illness of five days, aged fourteen years. The funeral took place from the family residence Tuesday, Rev. Conrad, conducting the services. The floral offerings were many and beautiful. The little school friends of Lois came in a body to view the remains of their late playmate which rested serenely in a white casket embowered in lilies, roses and carnations. It was hard to believe it was a death scene, she seemed but asleep. After brief services all that was mortal of Lois was laid to rest in Longview cemetery. Friends of the family extend sympathy in this sudden and heavy affliction. Friday 1 April 1904

Obituary-Mary Fidelia Cooley, wife of Russell Loomis, was born in Jefferson county, New York, in 1840, at the age of seventeen she was converted and united with the Christian church of which she remained a member until her death, Sunday, March 27, 1904. She was united in marriage to Mr. Loomis, September 5, 1856, in Allegan, Michigan. In 1872 the family moved to Red Willow county and located on the present homestead near the Willow. Twelve children were born to Mr. and Mrs. Loomis eight of whom are living. For the past three years Mrs. Loomis has been in very poor health and her death was not unexpected. A large number of the old neighbors and friends formed the funeral cottage which wended its way to the Christian church in Indianola Monday where Rev. German conducted the services. The bereaved husband and children have the deep sympathy of all. A daughter, Miss Jennie, is very sick at the home, but is improving slightly and hopes are entertained for her recovery. Friday 1 April 1904

Death of W.F. Babcock-of Cambridge, a brother of C.F. Babcock of this place died Friday after an illness of several weeks. He was a pioneer resident of the valley, having resided in Cambridge and conducted a hardware store since 1880. In 1880 he was a member of the state legislature. Friday 8 April 1904

The three year old child of Mr. and Mrs. George Fisher died of bowel trouble Tuesday of this week. The sympathy of the community is extended to the bereaved parents. Friday 22 April 1904

The twelve days old infant of L.H. Forsman, died Wednesday. Funeral from the home Thursday morning, Rev. C.R. Betts of the Baptist church officiating. Friday 22 April 1904

Angeline Johnson-was born in Sweden, March 25, 1825, died at the home of her son north east of the city April 21, 1904. She was twice married, to the first union one daughter was born, to the second eight children of which five are living. She joined the Methodist church when fifteen years of age and remained a faithful member till her death. The funeral was held at Box Elder and she was laid to rest in the cemetery at that place. Rev. M.B. Carman conducted the services. Friday 29 April 1904

Death of Vance Mitchell-Vance, the four year old son of Mr. and Mrs. J.H. Mitchell, was run over and fatally injured in a runaway accident Wednesday afternoon of last week. He was accompanying his grandfather G.H. Simmerman to his home in Coleman precinct. While the grandfather was out of the wagon fixing a bridle the horses started and ran. The little fellow was thrown from the wagon, ran over and so badly hurt that he died the next morning. He was brought to the home of his parents in this city at once and medical help summoned without avail. The funeral took place from the home Friday afternoon, Rev. Carman, pastor of the M.E. church, officiating. A large number of neighbors and friends were present at the last sad rites and followed the body to its long home in Riverview. The case is doubly sad as this is the second death in the family in the past few weeks. Friday 20 May 1904

Death of Simeon Billings-Simeon Billings, for many years a resident of this county, died at his home in this city Wednesday after a long illness. Mr. Billings formerly resided in Indianola, from which place he moved to Danbury where the family now own a comfortable home. About two years ago the family moved here so that Mr. Billings could get medical assistance. He was a sufferer from a complication of diseases, brought on by army service. Mr. Billings enlisted in Co. D. 105th regiment Illinois Volunteer Infantry, Aug, 12, 1862 and was mustered out May 20, 1863. The funeral took place from the home Thursday morning, Rev. Conrad, of the Congregational church preaching the sermon. Interment in the cemetery at Indianola. The afflicted family have the deep sympathy of all. Friday 10 June 1904

Death of Mrs. Shepherd-Mrs. Shepherd, wife of Clay Shepherd of Spring Creek, Frontier county, died at her home Saturday afternoon last, after months of suffering from stomach trouble aged 53 years. The funeral took place from the M.E. church here Sunday at 2 p.m., Rev. M.S. Satchall, pastor of the M.E. church at Culbertson preaching the sermon, Rev. Carman assisting in the service. Mr. and Mrs. Shepherd have lived on their present farm since 1878 and were highly esteemed by all. Ten children were born to them, the youngest being but seven years old. A large number of neighbors and friends were present at the funeral services and a lengthy cortège followed the remains to its last resting place. Friday 17 June 1904

James B. Pickering-James B. Pickering died at his home in Gerver precinct, June 24th, of stomach trouble of which he had been a constant sufferer for thirty years. The deceased was born in Freeport, Harrison county, Ohio, November 4, 1840. At the age of twenty-one years he enlisted in Company C, 98th Ohio Volunteer Infantry, and served three years. He took part in twelve hard battles, was in sixty skirmishes and marched with Sherman to the sea. September 1, 1870 he was joined in marriage to Virginia J. Janney at McComb, Illinois; four children being born to this union. In 1874 he moved to Nebraska and settled in Johnson county where he resided until 1881 when he moved to Phillips county and since 1893 has resided in this county. He leaves a wife and three children to mourn his loss. The funeral was conducted at the home by Rev. L.E. Hat assisted by Revs. Kennedy and Gallaher of the U.B. church of which he was a member. The remains were interred in Fairview cemetery followed by a large concourse of friends. Friday 1 July 1904

Dr. Stallcup died here Saturday evening. He was sixty-two years of age, had been a soldier in the civil war having served in an Ohio regiment and had been a practicing physician for twenty-seven years. Friday 8 July 1904

E.B. Quigley, who has been a great sufferer from rheumatism and a complication of diseases, died Friday night. The funeral took place from the M.E. church Sunday afternoon, Rev. Crippen officiating. Mr. Quigley is the twenty-third old soldier to be laid to rest in the Indianola cemetery. Friday 15 July 1904

Death of Edgar M. Rhodes-Edgar M. Rhodes, well known here, as one of the Burlington office men, and on the baseball field as “Dusty Rhodes” died Wednesday morning in Lincoln of typhoid malaria after a few days illness. Mr. Rhode’s left here at the opening of the baseball season to play with “Snapper” Kennedy in the Cedar Rapids, Iowa, league. He got hurt while in this organization and quit. Lately he had been playing with the Creamery team in Lincoln. He participated in the contest between the Creamery and Ord teams Friday afternoon and Friday complained of not feeling well. He became delirious Monday morning and from then until his death he had only a few rational intervals. Edgar Rhodes was born in Hebron December 21, 1878. He graduated from the high school there in the spring of 1897 and matriculated in the literary department of the state university in the fall of that year. He studied at the university until the second semester in 1902. “Dusty” as he was called by baseball followers, was well known and admired through Nebraska for his athletic skill. While in the university he played several years on the baseball teams and was captain of the squad one year. Friday 15 July 1904

Grandma Kendlen Dead-The aged mother of Frank Kendlen died at the home of her son in this city Friday evening. For several months, Mrs. Kendlen has failed rapidly, not from sickness but simply, old age. She was 89 years of age at the time of her death. The funeral took place from the Catholic church Sunday at 2 p.m., under the auspices of Rev. J.J. Loughran, interment to Calvary cemetery. Friday 22 July 1904

Death of L.F. Nichols-L.F. Nichols, and old and highly esteemed farmer residing near Lebanon, was kicked in the bowels by a horse Thursday morning, receiving injuries from which he died Saturday. The funeral took place Sunday. Mr. Nichols carried a $2,000 policy in the Modern Woodmen. Friday 22 July 1904

Monday morning the community was shocked by the tragic death of Henry Schneider who was found in his room in the back of the butcher shop with the top of his head blown off. The coroner was summoned and after the jury had investigated the case they gave as their verdict that the deceased was murdered by unknown parties. The lodges of which he was a member conducted the funeral services. The Woodmen presiding at the service Saturday evening in the hall and the Maccabees at the cemetery. Mr. Schneider was divorced from his wife at the last term of district court. Friday 5 August 1904

Saturday morning the citizens of Bartley were shocked to learn that J. Weeden, an eccentric but highly esteemed old gentleman was dead in his residence and had probably been dead for several days. It seems Postmaster Miller noticed he had not called for his mail since Wednesday preceding and as he was a regular visitor at the office each day, Mr. Miller became alarmed. He sought Will Lyman who lived adjoining to Mr. Weeden and he too had not seen the old gentleman for several days. Mr. Miller and Mr. Lyman proceeded to the Weeden residence and upon investigation found the old gentleman dead in the bed in a badly decomposed condition. Coroner Harland was summoned and he with County Attorney, Eldred, drove down from McCook and held an inquest. It was found that he came to his death from natural causes. Mr. Weeden was a well to do man but was very peculiar, preferring to live alone and in comparative seclusion. He has a brother who is an attorney in Chicago and a sister who lives in Kansas. He was an old soldier and a member of James Laird Post, being its Chaplain, He was also a consistent and devout member of the M.E. church at this place. Burial took place in the Bartley cemetery. Friday 5 August 1904

Death of Mrs. Campbell-Mrs. W.H. Campbell died at her home in this city, Monday afternoon, after months of intense but patient suffering, from cancer, aged 60 years. The funeral took place from the M.E. church Wednesday afternoon, Rev. Carman preaching the sermon. A husband survives her to whom the many friends extend heartfelt sympathy in this deep affliction. Mrs. Campbell was the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Wygint, pioneers of the county who settled near Indianola an early day and now live in their comfortable home in this city. Mrs. Campbell was one of seven children, and with the exception of one, who died in infancy this is the first death. Her sisters, Mrs. Isaac Starbuck, of Salt Lake, Mrs. Matt Stewart, of Box Elder and Mrs. Warren of this place, together with two brothers from the north part of the state, were all here a few months ago to see her, knowing her critical condition. One of the brothers arrived Tuesday evening to attend the funeral. Mrs. Campbell was an active worker in church and G.A.R. circles and her kind words and helping hands will be missed by her associates. Friday 2 September 1904

The little daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Tom Plumb died August 29, aged 18 months. Funeral services were held in the Shiloh school house and the remains interred in the Danbury cemetery. The sympathy of the entire community is extended to the sorrowing family. Friday 2 September 1904

Boy Burned to Death-A sad accident happened on the farm of Jacob Korb, near Danbury, Thursday evening of last week. His three sons, young men, slept in the hay mow of the barn. Two of them were awakened in the night to find flames all about them, and though badly burned managed to get to the window and jump, thus escaping a frightful death. The charred remains of the other boy aged 18 years were found in the ruins next morning. Eleven head of horses were burned to death. The boys had been smoking. Friday 16 September 1904

A sad accident happened at the Korb home 8 miles north west of Danbury. At about 2:30 last Friday morning the three sons, who were sleeping in the hay mow discovered that the barn was on fire. The fire had started in the lower part and Ivan and Roy went down to loosen the horses. That being accomplished Ivan started out, supposing Roy was following, but when he discovered his mistake it was too late to reenter the burning building, to rescue him. Harry jumped from the upper part and escaped uninjured. Neighbors helped recover the body, which was burned beyond recognition. It is supposed, from the position in which the body was found, that he was struck and rendered helpless by one of the horses in its frantic struggles. Funeral services were held at the home Friday afternoon and the remains interred in the Danbury cemetery. Twelve horses were burned and several sets of harness. The heartfelt sympathy of all goes out to them in the loss and affliction that has come upon them. Friday 23 September 1904

A Sad Death-Saturday morning everyone in this city was startled and shocked at a report that George J. Burgess had shot and killed himself. The sad event took place in the dining room while his wife and daughter were up stairs. He left the house just before they went upstairs, and went to the barn where he no doubt had the revolver, came back to the house and immediately shot himself through the head, the bullet entering the right side of his head just above the ear and passing through both lobes of the brain and out of the left side almost opposite the place where it has entered. He was unconscious when his wife and daughter reached him and almost immediately afterward a neighbor came to their aid. His son, Frank D. Burgess, was notified by a boy, as he stood talking in front of the post office, who breathlessly told him of the shooting at his father’s house and with assistance of a neighbor laid him on a lounge in the same room. He was still alive and a physician was sent for. Drs. Beach and Fahnestock came soon but he was beyond medical skill to revive, and he died about 11:30 never regaining consciousness. The deceased was born in Daptford, England, April 10, 1831. In London he learned the trade of plumber and steam fitter. He came to his country when about 25 years old and worked in New York City about a year, when he was sent to Chicago to install a steam heating plant in the old Metropolitan hotel, the first work of that kind every done in that city. He was married in Chicago, September 5, 1857, to Miss Sophia E. Morgan and lived there for a couple of years, moving then to Ottawa, Illinois, where he entered into business and was very successful. Two children were born to them both of whom reside here. Closing out his business in Ottawa he moved to Kansas City, where unfortunate investments soon took most of his savings of previous year, and they then moved to Arapahoe where they lived a number of years. Eleven years ago he moved to this city and went into the implement business. The hard times and failure in crops were unfavorable circumstances which were against him and he was unable to make collections for good sold to meet demands upon him, and although his own obligations were paid it left him without resources to carry on the business. For the last few years he has not been in active business. After a life so full of energy his enforced idleness seemed more than he could bear. The funeral services were held at his late home Monday afternoon at 2:30 o’clock under the auspices of the Masonic order of which he had long been a faithful and active member, Robert French, of Kearney, Grand Custodian officiating. The ritual service of the order as given was beautiful and impressive as well as comforting to the bereaved family. The body was interred in Longview cemetery. The sympathy of the entire community is extended to the afflicted family. Friday 23 September 1904

Stricken Down on His Engine-Saturday evening when pulling the passenger train No. 14 out the yards here east bound engineer James V. O’Connell was stricken with heart failure and fell to the floor of the cab of his engine. His fireman, R.F. Lowman, seeing him fall sprang to his assistance, attempting to raise him found he was unconscious. He then stopped the train and backed up to the station and Mr. O’Connell was taken from the cab into the waiting room where he died almost instantly. Engineer W.B. Burnett who had just brought the train in was called and took the train on to Red Cloud. While Mr. O’Connell had complained of not feeling well no one was aware that his condition was so bad and to all his fellow workmen he had always appeared to be strong and in good health. His sudden death was a shock and surprise to all. The deceased was born in county Derry, Ireland, and came with his parents to Philadelphia in 1862, where he grew to manhood and was married in 1879 to Miss Mary Cassidy, to whom eleven children was born, nine of whom six girls and three boys, and his widow survive him and live at the home in this city. Two brothers and four sisters of the deceased live in the east, but except one sister were unable to attend his funeral. The funeral services were held in St. Patrick’s Catholic church yesterday morning at ten o’clock, interment made in the Catholic cemetery. The deceased had many friends and the heartfelt sympathy of the whole community goes out to the afflicted family. The family are most grateful to all friends for the many kind and helpful words and acts given and done for them during their sorrow. Friday 21 October 1904

Frank Bjorkman, one of the oldest settlers here, and respected and esteemed by a large circle of requaintances died last Thursday after an illness of four days. He was born in Stockholm, Sweden, May 1, 1842. He leaves a mother and two sisters in Sweden, one brother in Aurora, Ill, and two daughters and one son at home. He was prepared to die and prayed earnestly to be released from pain and to be taken home to God. His three surviving children have the sympathy of the entire community in this great and unlooked for sorrow. Friday 15 November 1904

John Vandervort Dead-Died at Friend, Nebraska, November 20, 1904, John T. Vandervort of typhoid fever, aged twenty-four years. The remains were brought to Indianola for burial, Rev. Burt of this city conducting the services. The deceased was born in Hastings, Nebraska, July 30, 1880, and was loved by all who knew him. About three years ago he united with the United Brethren church and has led an exemplary life since. The family consists of a mother, two sisters and four brothers, who have the sympathy of all. Friday 25 November 1904

The infant son of G.M. Shelly and wife died at their home in South McCook Tuesday, funeral services at the home on Wednesday, conducted by M.B. Carman. Interment in Riverview cemetery. Friday 2 December 1904

At Indianola, Nebraska, Sunday, November 27th, Mary Catherine, the beloved wife of Henry Ough, died of consumption. Funeral services at the Christian church, Tuesday 29th, conducted by Rev. G.L. Burt of McCook. The deceased was loved by all who knew her. As an evidence of their regard the casket was covered with flowers and was followed to the cemetery by a large number of sorrowing friends while the stores were all closed as a token of respect to her memory. Mary Catherine Beem was born in Henry County, Illinois, January 31, 1855 was married to Henry Ough, November 27, 1874. There was born to this union eleven children, seven of whom are still living. Mr. and Mrs. Ough and family moved to Dundy county, Neb., where they made their home until February 19, 1896, when they came to Indianola. The deceased united with the Christian church when a little girl and lived a consecrated Christian life until her death. Friday 2 December 1904

Mrs. Russell Loomis who has been in very poor health for sometime, died Sunday. The funeral took place from the Christian church Monday, Rev. German officiating, interment in the city cemetery. Mr. and Mrs. Loomis were pioneers of the county and have an extensive circle of relatives and friends who extend sympathy to the bereaved husband and family. During the prairie fire Wednesday of last week it was thought for a time that the Loomis home would be burned and Mrs. Loomis and daughter Jennie, both sick in bed, got up and went to the cellar for safety where they stayed a short time. It is thought the excitement was too much for Mrs. Loomis and she did not rally, dying Sunday. Friday 2 December 1904

Death of C.B. Rowell-C.B. Rowell, who has been suffering from a severe attack of kidney trouble for some time, died at his home in this city Tuesday evening. The members of the family were all present at the bedside. The funeral took place from the home Thursday afternoon, Rev. Carman of the M.E. church, officiating. Interment in Longview cemetery. Following is a brief synopsis of the life of the deceased. C.B. Rowell was born in Athens county, Ohio, April 16, 1824. When he was 5 years old he went with his parents to Jackson county, Ohio. In 1840 they moved to Pickens county. In 1845 they moved to Burlington, Iowa. In 1846 they moved to Wappaho county. In 1850 he crossed the plains to California, arriving in the mining district, August 25. After living in the mining district four years he came back to Oreator county, Iowa. In 1855 he was united in marriage to Sarah Stanley to whom was born five children, four sons and one daughter. Thomas F. Rowell, Charles C., John F., and Mrs. Lillian Wartan and Elmer Rowell; all of whom survive him except Charles, who died June 2, 1903. In 1883 he moved to McCook where has continued to reside to the present time. Friday 23 December 1904

Death of Mrs. Calhoun-Margaret Emmons Calhoun died at the home of her daughter in this city Saturday after a brief illness. The funeral took place from the M.E. church Monday afternoon, Rev. Carman officiating, interment in Riverview cemetery. The family feel grateful to the many friends who have assisted and sustained them during their bereavement. Deceased was born in Buchanan Co., Michigan, March 7, 1847, married Nov 23, 1862. Moved here from Cambridge in 1901, during which year Mr. Calhoun died. Five children are left: Frank and Earl Calhoun, Mrs. S.J. Miller and Mrs. J.P. Pence, of McCook and Mrs. M.A. Jackson of Hayes county. Friday 23 December 1904

John Goodenberger, an old and highly esteemed citizen residing in the southwestern part of the county died Friday after a brief illness, aged 55 years. A wife and seven children, the youngest thirteen years of age, are left to mourn his loss. The funeral took place from the Dodge school house Sunday, Rev. Tirrill, officiating, interment in the cemetery near that place. Friday 23 December 1904