Colling-Whitaker-Oliver Colling, of Indianola, and Miss Mabel Whitaker of this place, were united in marriage at home of the bride’s sister, Mrs. F.L. Hendershot, in East McCook, Sunday afternoon, Rev. M.B. Carman of the M.E. church officiating. A number of friends and relatives were present. The young people were the recipients of many useful and beautiful presents. A bounteous wedding supper was served the guests. Mr. and Mrs. Colling have resided in this county from childhood and their many friends will join us in wishing them a long and happy wedded life. They will live in Indianola. Friday 10 February 1905

Oliver Colling and Miss Mable Whitaker were married Sunday, February 5, at the home of the bride’s sister, Mrs. Fred Hendershot, McCook. They came down Monday morning. They have gone to housekeeping in the Dow brick. Friday 10 February 1905

Mr. Simmons and Miss Flora Hoag were married Sunday, February 19, at the home of the bride’s parents. Only relatives were present. The young couple have gone to housekeeping in the house north of Dr. Mackechnie’s. That their journey through life may be a pleasant one is the wish of many friends. Friday 24 February 1905

James Dolph and Miss Nellie Wood were married at McCook last Wednesday. A reception was given the young couple at the J.E. Dolph home Wednesday evening. James has lived here since childhood and he and his wife have the hearty congratulations of the Danbury people. Friday 3 March 1905

Roy Smith and Ella Callicut were united in marriage at the Cosgro hotel Wednesday evening March 15, 1905. Friday 17 March 1905

George Shields and Miss Elsie Johnson, two of our popular young people were united in marriage at the home of the bride’s sister, Mrs. T.M. Campbell, Sunday evening, in the presence of a few friends and relatives. That their married life be a happy one is the wish of all. Friday 7 April 1905

Married at the home of the bride’s parents in this city, Sunday, May 7th, George Henderson and Miss Kate Newland. Mr. and Mrs. Henderson left for Culbertson Monday evening where they will have charge of the Creamery station. Friday 12 May 1905

Wednesday afternoon, Louis D. Bower and Miss Nellie Plumleigh were united in marriage at the Methodist parsonage, Rev. M.A. Carman officiating. The young couple have the best wishes of many friends for a happy and prosperous future, with whom The Republican joins. Friday 19 May 1905

Henry Lang and Miss Jensen drove to McCook, Tuesday where they were united in marriage by county Judge Moore. Friday 16 June 1905

Married-at the home of the brides parents one and a half miles north of Danbury, Wednesday, June 14 Miss Eva Remington and David Boyer, Rev. James Mason officiating. Only relatives were present. The young couple have the best wishes of the community. Friday 16 June 1905

Fred Beardslee, who has been in the employ of the Colorado Fuel and Iron Co., in Denver for the past several years was married to Miss Madge Hayes, at the residence of her parents in Decatur, Ill., on Wednesday June 21, 1905. The bride and groom are expected to arrive here tomorrow and will visit his parents, I.M. Beardslee and wife for a short time. The groom was a resident here before going to Denver and has many warm friends here and throughout the county who congratulate him on the happy occasion and wish a bright and prosperous future for them. They will make their home in Denver. Friday 23 June 1905

Snyder-Northrup-Thursday, June 22, 1905, Miss Athea Snyder and Charles Cheaviler Northrup were united in marriage at the home of Mrs. E. Sprangler, in Kansas City, Rev. D. Mason of the First Congregational church officiating. The wedding was a quiet home affair. The bride is a stranger to the writer, but the groom is well known here, being a son of Mrs. Mary Northrup and a brother of Mrs. C.H. Boyle of this city, and he is a graduate of the public schools of this city. The young couple immediately began housekeeping at 1305 Locust street, Kansas City which they had previous prepared. The best wishes of a host of friends are extended to the happy young couple for a long and prosperous life. Friday 30 June 1905

Byfield-Wallace-A pleasant wedding took place at the summer home of Rev. Geo. A. Conrad Wednesday evening when in the presence of the minister’s family and the groom’s father, mother and sister, Charlie C. Byfield, of this place and Miss Susie C. Wallace, of Indianola, were made man and wife. The groom is the mail carrier on McCook Rural Route No. 1 and the bride one of Red Willow county’s popular teachers. For the present the young people are guests of the groom’s parents, Wm. Byfield and wife just east of town. Next week they expect to move into their new home, the Humphrey’s property, recently purchased and now being placed in a condition for occupancy. The young people are well known and popular and their friends will join us in wishing them health, and a long and happy married life. Friday 14 July 1905

Benedict-Andrew Wedding-The marriage of Miss Mary Olds Benedict, only daughter of Mrs. Anna Benedict, to Mr. Julian Wesley Andrew of McCook, was quietly celebrated at the bride’s home 309 South Twenty-fifth street at half after two o’clock, Thursday afternoon, Rev. B.M. Long, pastor of the Second Presbyterian church, read the marriage service, using the impressive ring ceremony. The bride entered the parlor with her brother, Mr. H.M. Benedict of Cincinnati, as Miss Alice Sexton played the nuptial strains of the Lohengren Bridal Chorus. Only relatives and friends of the bride and groom were present for the ceremony, which was followed by an informal reception at four o’clock. Dainty refreshments were served after the marriage service and later during the receiving hours. The dining room and parlors adjoining were attractively decorated with flowers and ferns, by a group of the bride’s intimate friends. The bride has lived in Lincoln the past twelve years. While attending the state university she became identified with the Chi Omega Sorority. The groom was a student at the university and is now located at McCook, Nebraska, where he and his bride will reside upon their return from the wedding journey. They left Thursday evening for an eastern trip to New York and Vermont. Friday 4 August 1905

Jones-Linderman-A pretty home wedding took place Wednesday evening August 9, 1905, at 8 o’clock, at the residence of Mr. and Mrs. Jno. W. Jones in Driftwood precinct, when their daughter Nora Winona was united to Louis H. Lindermann of this city, Rev. George A. Conrad officiating. About forty invited guests were present to witness the ceremony. The rooms were tastily decorated with flowers and potted plants. The bride was dressed in white silk and the groom in the conventional black A pleasing incident occurred just as the ceremony was about to be performed L.L. Barnes, a brother of Mrs. Jones, whose home is in the eastern part of the state, and his family arrived at the house. They had been visiting in the northwestern part of the state and did not know of the date of the wedding until they came to McCook, driving from North Platte, and then drove out just in time for the ceremony. After the ceremony an elegant three course supper was served to the guests and a most delightful time was enjoyed by all who were present. The bride is well known and admired by many and enjoys a wide acquaintance having taught school in several districts in the county and one term in the schools of this city. The groom is a live, energetic young man and is engaged in real estate business in this city. The happy couple left Tuesday night for a trip through Colorado and will be at home to their friends after September 1st, in this city. The friends of the contracting couple, with whom The Republican heartily joins, extend congratulations and best wishes to them for a long, happy and prosperous life. Friday 11 August 1905

Miss Minnette McCool and Clark Hedges, two of Indianola’s most estimable young people were married June 7th, 1905, have just issued their announcement of the wedding, to the surprise of their many friends. The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. W.A. McCool and the groom the son of Mr. and Mrs. Charles A. Hedges. The bride left shortly after their marriage for a visit with relatives in Colorado and the groom has gone there to accompany his bride home. The best wishes of a host of friends are extended to them for a happy and prosperous future. Friday 1 September 1905

Married at the home of W.W. Prall in this city, Tuesday evening, September 12, H.C. Prall and Miss Hanna M. Randall, both of Washington county, Kansas, M.B. Carman officiating. Friday 8 September 1905

Cards are out announcing the wedding, at the home of the bride’s parents in Indianola, of Miss Delia Marie Andrews and Mr. Frank Marsh of Guide Rock on Monday evening, September 4th at 8:30. The many friends of both extend congratulations. The new house is nearly completed. Red Cloud Nation Friday 8 September 1905

Frank Marsh and Miss Delia Andrews were married, Monday evening, Sept. 4 at the home of the bride’s parents. They left, Wednesday evening, for Lincoln, to attend the state fair. From there they will go to Guide Rock, where they will reside. The best wishes of a host of friends follow them to their new home. Friday 8 September 1905

\Married, at the Methodist parsonage, Wednesday noon, September 13, David K. Bertolette and Miss Sadie Waddell, of Lewtonia, Ohio, Rev. M.B. Carman officiating. They will make their home on Mr. Bertolette’s farm southwest of town. Friday 15 September 1905

Mrs. Ella Miller Married-H.F. Brown of Steele, Kidder county, North Dakota, and Mrs. Ella Miller of this city, appeared before Judge Frank Moore at his office Saturday morning and were made man and wife. They left the first of the week for Steele where they intend to make their future home. The well wishes of friends accompany them. Friday 15 September 1905

Married in Denver-A special to the Lincoln Star from Denver, Wednesday, contained the following story regarding two young people of this vicinity: Hazel Henderson 16 years old of Havana, Nebraska near McCook, passed an examination for school teacher three weeks ago. This week as preliminary to her duties at school, she came to Denver to visit her uncle, Nathan. Her sweetheart, Frank Sherer, of Highland, Nebraska followed by the next train and yesterday they secured a license to wed, although Sherer is said to be but 18 years old. He swore he was 21 and the girl 18. The uncle is angry and has instructed the sheriff to locate the couple at all hazards. Hazel’s father is Albert Henderson of Havana. Friday 15 September 1905

E.M. Parker and Miss Lenna Ashton were married in McCook Saturday, Sept 16. The bride is highly esteemed by all who know her having lived here since childhood and during the few years Mr. Parker has lived in this community he has made many friends who wish him and his bride a bright and prosperous future. The young couple will make their home at Grand Island. Friday 22 September 1905

Wednesday evening at 8 o’clock at the home of Mrs. Samuel Simmons in South McCook occurred the marriage of Mr. James Varrie and Miss Mamie Shulse, daughter of Mrs. Simmons. Many friends of the contracting parties were present and by many beautiful and useful presents extended their well wishes to the young people. Rev. A.B. Carson pastor of the Baptist church performed the ceremony. Friday 22 September 1905

McCarty-Burgess-In a quiet but most beautiful way occurred the marriage of Mr. George Burgess and Miss Georgia McCarty at the home of F.D. Burgess Tuesday evening, October 3. The wedding march was played by John Gaarde and the groom marched to the altar accompanied by the bridesmaid, Miss Francis McCarty, while the brother of the bride and the groom’s best man, Walter McCarty, accompanied the bride. The wedding ring ceremony was read by Rev. A.B. Carson, pastor of the Baptist church. After the marriage service a wedding luncheon was served. The young people left the same night for Omaha and other points east and will be gone for about ten days. A host of friends extend their best wishes and congratulations. Friday 6 October 1905

Anton-Converse-At the home of the bride’s mother, Mrs. Augusta Anton, 407 Marshall street, occurred the wedding of her daughter Miss Ida Louise, to Ira E. Converse, at 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, October 3. The wedding was colonial style and only relatives of the contracting parties were present. The ceremony which was simple though impressive was performed by Rev. M.B. Carman of the Methodist church, the ring service being used. A large canopy bell of roses, smilax and ferns was arranged in one corner of the parlor where the bridal party took their places to the sweet strains of the wedding march played by Miss Lydia Converse, sister of the groom, while little Mable, sister of the bride, dressed in white silk carried the wedding ring in the center of a large rose, as her little friend Jennie O’Connell scattered sweet roses. The bride wore a pretty gown of cream chiffon silk handsomely trimmed in bow knot point lace. The groom wore the conventional black. The house was tastefully decorated with roses, smilax, ferns and carnations. The color scheme for the parlor was cardinal and green, long festoons of smilax and roses extended from the ceiling to the four corners of the room, while ferns, smilax and roses decorated the chandelier’s and curtains, the archway leading to the dining room was a bower of green and roses, the dining room was festooned with smilax, ferns and carnations, while wide banks of pale blue and pink ribbons dropped from the ceiling to the corners of the table ending in large bow knots that extended to the floor. Following the ceremony a four course wedding supper was served. The bride is a charming young woman much loved by a large circle of friends. She has grown to young womanhood here and her many acquaintances will join in wishing her much happiness in her wedded life. The groom formerly of Hendley has lived here for the past four years. He is in the employ of the Burlington is popular in railroad circles and respected by all. The young couple were recipients of many beautiful and useful presents. Mr. and Mrs. Converse left Wednesday for a visit in Denver, Salt Lake City and other western points. They will make their future home in McCook and will be at home to their friends after November 1st at 407 Marshall street. Friday 6 October 1905

Wilcox-Woodworth-Wednesday evening, October 4, 1905, at 5:30, Miss Mabel E. Wilcox and Charles R. Woodworth were united in marriage at the home of the bride’s parents, Mr. and Mrs. J.A. Wilcox, corner of Douglas and Marshall streets, Rev. M.B. Carman pastor of the M.E. church officiating. The ceremony was witnessed by only a few of the intimate friends of the contracting parties. The bride and groom marched from the dining room to a corner in the front room which had been arranged for the occasion. The procession was led by Dorothy Carman, who was dressed in white organdie and carried a basket of pink roses and scattered rose petals along the path of the bride and groom who followed her. Then came the bridesmaid, Miss Myrtle Myers and the groomsman, Mr. John Mundis, of Denver, following them was Dorothy Dungan, dressed in white Persian lawn, carrying the ring which rested on a bed of pink roses in a fancy basket the minister following her and the party keeping step to the strains of Mendelssohn’s Wedding March. The corner was draped with a canopy made of lace curtains as a background and decorated with festoons of smilax and Marguerites, and the party took their positions under a large bell of Marguerites which hung from the ceiling. The ring service was used and was very pretty and impressive. The bride wore a beautiful dress of imported point d’sprit over ivory satin, trimmed with French real lace, and carried cream and pink tinted roses. The bridesmaid worse a pale blue gown of silk crepe, trimmed with heavy cream lace and she carried cream tea roses. The groom and groomsman were attired in the conventional evening dress of black. The happy couple left last night for their home in Boise City, Idaho, and take with them the heartiest congratulations and best wishes of everyone for their future happiness. Friday 6 October 1905

Franklin-Watkins-The beautiful home of V. Franklin and wife on upper Main Avenue was thronged with guests Wednesday evening, it being the occasion of the marriage of their daughter, Miss Florence, to George H. Watkins, son of G.W. Watkins, a prominent farmer residing just west of this city. Promptly at 7:30 Rev. A.B. Carson of the First Baptist church, took his position in the west parlor and the bride and groom, following a course marked out by the little ribbon bearers, Leta Monks and Rayburn Carson took their places under a bower of smilax, with choice potted flowering and foliage plants in profusion on either side. Amid soft strains from the piano, under the skillful touch of Miss Edna Barr, the young people were made man and wife according to the beautiful and impressive ring ceremony of the Baptist church. The two families who are thus united stood on either side of the young people during the service. The bride wore a beautiful creation of white chiffon taffeta silk net, while the groom was dressed as became the occasion. after congratulations an elaborate four course supper was served. Mesdames Knipple and McMillen, presided at the table while the Mrs. Monks, Pade, Hofer and Miss Hogan served. The decorations through out were green and white with pink carnations to give a dash of color, the effect being most pleasing. In the “den” Miss Lettie Knipple served pineapple punch and the wedding presents were tastefully arranged for inspection. They were many some of them very elaborate. The father of the bride made the young people a present of 10 shares of stock in the Citizen’s Bank, valued at $100 each, and also a deed to the lot just south of the family residence. After a brief social period the guests bid the bridal couple good night, each lady receiving a small piece of wedding cake from the hands of the bride. Mr. and Mrs. Watkins left this morning for the east on a wedding trip. They will be at home to their friends at the home of V. Franklin and wife after December 1. Friday 13 October 1905

Davis-Earle-Rev. E.R. Earle, rector of St. Alban’s Episcopal church of this city was married Wednesday morning, October 18, 1905, at 8 a.m. at the home of the bride, Miss Ella Davis, in Arapahoe. The wedding was a quiet home one, and the bride and groom left that day for a trip of two weeks. Returning they will take up their residence in the rectory in this city. The parishioners of the groom here and his many friends both here and throughout the western part of the state extend to them hearty congratulations and best wishes for a happy and prosperous future. Friday 20 October 1905

Edward Purdy and Bessie Harris, both of this city, were married by Rev. Carman, Wednesday evening, at the home of Fred Billings in South McCook. They will reside in West McCook, Friday 20 October 1905

Clinton A. Schlegel, of Culbertson, and Miss Anna W.L. Lepper, daughter of Henry Lepper and wife, of Coleman precinct, were united in marriage at the home of the bride’s parents Wednesday evening, Rev. M.B. Carman, of the M.E. Church officiating. After the ceremony an elaborate three course supper was served. Friday 20 October 1905

Davis-Earle Wedding-Wednesday morning at 8 o’clock at the bride’s parents in this city, occurred the marriage of Rev. E.R. Earle, the popular rector of St. Pauls, Episcopal church, and Miss Ella May Davis, one of Arapahoe’s fair daughters, Bishop Graves, of Kearney, officiating and using the beautiful and impressive service of the Episcopal church. About 25 friends and neighbors of the family were present to witness the ceremony. The house was tastefully decorated for the occasion and an elaborate luncheon was served immediately after congratulations. Many useful and beautiful presents were made by friends of the newly married couple. The happy groom and his estimable bride left on No. 12 on their wedding tour, and were accompanied to the depot by many friends and well wishers, who scattered rice and old shoes around promiscuously. They will visit friends at Hastings, Omaha and other Nebraska points before returning to their present home in Arapahoe. Later they will make their home in McCook. A host of friends here and elsewhere extend their warmest congratulations and best wishes. Arapahoe Pioneer Friday 27 October 1905

Goodenberger-Harmon-Will C. Harmon of this city and Miss Julia A. Goodenberger of Marion were married at the home of the bride’s parents Sunday Oct. 22 at 3 o’clock. Following the ceremony an elaborate dinner. Many useful and beautiful presents were received. The young couple are well and favorably known here and their many friends extend congratulations. They will reside in West McCook. Friday 27 October 1905

Abernathy-Barkley-Wednesday evening, October 25, at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Wellhen occurred the marriage of Orville E. Barkley of Red Cloud and Miss Laura E. Abernathy of Alma, Rev.. M.B. Carman officiating. Mr. Barkley is a barber. Friday 27 October 1905

Miss Jennett Van de Poel, of the firm of Van de Poel & McFarland, milliners, of this city, was married on the 9th, inst. to J.E. Lovell of Bowling Green, Kentucky. Mr. Lovell is well known to many of our citizens having at one time resided in McCook. Friends of the young couple will join us in extending congratulations. Friday 27 October 1905

Henry Crabtree and Miss Rosa Meyers were married at the home of the bride’s sister at Funk, November 8, 1905. They will occupy the new residence just north of Leonard Smith’s. Friday 10 November 1905

Barnett-McCarl-A beautiful home wedding occurred at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Albert Barnett Sunday evening at 6:30 o’clock when their daughter Ethel was married to J. Raymond McCarl. Only the families and a very few of the intimate friends of the contracting parties were present. Promptly at the time mentioned the bride attired in a beautiful white crepe du chine dress and carrying white chrysanthemums and attended by Miss Ida McCarl, the groom’s sister wearing a pink albatross gown and carrying pink carnations, appeared at the door and were met by the groom and groomsman, Mr. S.B. McLean, in evening dress suits, and marched to the large bay window, followed by Master Frank Barnett, the ring bearer to the strains of a wedding march played by Mrs. W.B. Mills, where the ceremony took place under a beautiful floral wedding bell, from among the flowers and foliage of which glistened many colored electric lights. Rev. M.B. Carman united the happy couple. Congratulations were extended by the relatives and guests after the ceremony and later the entire company was ushered into the dining room and seated at a large table, which was tastefully decorated with red ribbons and a large bouquet of red carnations were used as a center piece, and the walls were decorated with large red poppies. Place cards with some sentiment appropriate for the occasion showed each guest their seat at the table. The supper was an elaborate one, faultlessly served in five courses. Misses Elsie Campbell, Ethel Morrisey, Viva Phalen and Mildred Berry assisted at the table and Mesdames Letta Brewer and Clara Snyder was the caterers. Some very beautiful and valuable presents were received by the bride and groom from their friends and relatives. The happy couple left Monday morning for Washington D.C., where they will be at home to their friends. The young couple have the best wishes of a host of friends for a happy and prosperous future and both are well equipped with talents to make the success in life hoped for by their friends. Friday 1 December 1905

Double Wedding-A very pleasant double wedding occurred Thursday night at 7:30 at the home of the two grooms on North McFarland street, when in the presence of several friends, Rev. Carman spoke the words that united for life William Stimmell and Phillippine Mohart and Edwin M. Stimmell and Louisa Elbertine. After the ceremony a supper was served with Mildred Berry in charge of the table. The happy couples were the recipients of many useful presents. Mr. and Mrs. Will Stimmell leave tomorrow morning for Norcatur, Kan. for a brief visit with the groom’s folks. The contracting parties are well and favorably known to McCook people the gentlemen having been in the employ of the Burlington for some years. The congratulations and best wishes of their many friends are extended to them for a happy and prosperous future. Friday 8 December 1905

Married at the S.S. Graham home north of town, Dec. 25, at high noon, Murry Graham and Miss Gayle Plumb, Rev. Gardner officiating. The young people have lived in this vicinity since childhood and have the best wishes of the community for their future happiness. Friday 29 December 1905

After two weeks of suffering from scarlet fever followed by diphtheria little Doris, the two year old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. George Hess, passed peacefully away on Monday morning, January 2. The remains were interred in the Danbury cemetery on Tuesday. On account of the contagious nature of the disease funeral services were held at the cemetery. Little Doris was the only child, but may the parents remember in the words of the dear Master, “she is not dead but sleeping.” Friday 6 January 1905

Twins were born to fireman Connelly and wife Saturday afternoon, but they only lived a few hours. The were buried in Riverview cemetery, Sunday afternoon. Friday 13 January 1905

Death of Mrs. Harlan-Mrs. A.C. Harlan, who has been very low with lung trouble for some time, passed quietly away at her home in this city, Wednesday afternoon of last week. After two choice vocal selections by a quartette consisting of Mr. and Mrs. Britt, Mrs. Lucas and Mr. James, Thursday afternoon the body was lain tenderly to rest in Riverview cemetery by the side of the only daughter. Dr. and Mrs. Harlan have only resided in McCook a short time, moving here from over in Frontier county where they had resided many years and endeared themselves to the entire community. Many of their former neighbors were present at the funeral. The family was held in high esteem by all who knew them and to the doctor is extended the heartfelt sympathy of all. Friday 13 January 1905

Mrs. Utter Called Home-Mrs. Ellen E. Utter, died at 1:30 Thursday afternoon at the home of her son D.W. Colson, after a long illness. The funeral will take place Saturday afternoon at three o’clock from the residence. The many friends of the bereaved ones extend sympathy in this hour of affliction. Friday 13 January 1905

The six weeks old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Swain, died at the home of its grandparents, Rev. and Mrs. Tirril, in this city, Saturday, of pneumonia. The funeral took place from the home Sunday afternoon, interment in the cemetery five miles south of town. Friday 13 January 1905

Gardner Niles Dead-Gardner Niles, died at the home of his son-in-law, Luther M. Knotts, in this city, Wednesday morning, after about a week’s suffering with grip and rheumatism, aged sixty-two years. The funeral took place from the home Thursday afternoon, Rev. Carson, preaching the sermon, interment in Riverview cemetery. Mrs. Niles died five years ago in California. Six children survive him: Mrs. Louis Casten, Mrs. L.M. Knotts, Mrs. J.F. Brewer of this place. Gus and George Niles of Kearney and Lester Niles of Peoria, Iowa. Two sisters in New York survive him. The children with the exception of Lester Niles, were all present at the funeral. Friday 20 January 1905

The aged father of Mrs. John Schmidt died at the home of his daughter just south of town Wednesday evening. The funeral will take place Saturday. Friday 20 January 1905

Dr. Samuel L. Green-One of the pioneers of Red Willow county passed quietly away at his home in this city Sunday night, from the effects of injuries received in a fall two weeks ago. Dr. S.L. Green was known and respected by most of the residents of this section of Nebraska. Moving to Indianola in an early day he engaged in the drug business in addition to the practice of medicine. His splendid executive ability was recognized by the Republican party and he served two terms in the legislature with credit to himself and his constituents. Later he moved to McCook and conducted a drug store. He was always willing to spend his means freely for the best interests of our city and was one of the prime movers in the erection of the Union Block, which stands a credit to our city but was not a profitable venture to its promoters. Dr. Green has served as mayor of McCook and at the time of his death was serving his second term as county judge. He was in his eighty-second year and is survived by a wife and two daughters, Mrs. Cora Kelley who was here during his illness and Mrs. Berth Berry, of Grand, Oklahoma. The funeral took place from the Congregational church Wednesday at 2:30 p.m. under Masonic auspices, Rev. Carman preaching the sermon, interment in Longview cemetery. The business houses of our city and the officers in the court house were closed during the services and the county officials and most of the business men were present at the funeral. Dr. Green was an honorable man, a citizen of sterling worth and was held in high esteem by all who knew him. To his aged widow the tender sympathy of all is extended. Friday 3 February 1905

Mrs. Anna Dowler, who has been very feeble for the past year and confined to her bed since Christmas, passed to her eternal rest on last Monday evening. So quietly the messenger came that the son who was sitting close by did not know when she died as a few moments before she seemed to be sleeping peacefully. Funeral services were held in the M.E. church Wednesday afternoon and the remains were interred in the Danbury cemetery. Mrs. Dowler has several children living but none were able to be present excepting the son with whom she made her home and Mrs. A.B. Smith of Wilsonville. Mrs. Dowler has been a follower of Christ since early youth and we can say with the apostle, “Blessed are the dead who die in the Lord.” The sympathy of the community is extended to the bereaved ones. Friday 10 February 1905

Wiley Matthews, who has been ill of paralysis at the home of his daughter, Mrs. Sageser, just south of town, passed quietly to his long home Thursday evening of last week. The funeral took place from the Congregational church Sunday at 11 a.m., Rev. Conrad preaching the sermon. The pall bearers were selected from the McCook Post G.A.R., deceased being a member of the order and commander of the post at North Platte at the time of his death. Interment was made in Riverview cemetery. Mr. Matthews leaves a wife and three daughters, who reside near McCook: Mesdames Baker, Sageser, and Rodgers. A brother was present at the funeral. Mr. Matthews was born June 27, 1842, died February 9, 1905, aged 62 years 7 months and 13 days. He united with the Cumberland Presbyterian church of Muddy, Coles county, Illinois in 1875 and brought his letter to the church at North Platte in 1900. During the civil war he served in the Fifth Illinois Cavalry and 135th Illinois Infantry. At the time of his death he was a member of the board of commissioners of North Platte county. Friday 10 February 1905

Suicide of Frank Cashen-Frank Cashen was found dead in bed Thursday morning with a bullet hole through his right temple and a revolver containing one empty shell lying by his side. He and Ed Droll were keeping back in the Hale house, four miles north of town. They were arranging to move on a school section a short distance north of that place as soon as the house was finished. Wednesday they came to town and took out a load of sand for plastering purposes. James Whitaker, a plasterer of this city, accompanied them, expecting to commence work on the house Thursday morning. Ed Droll and Whittaker went over to John Hienlien’s, a neighbor, and stayed about two hours in the evening, but Frank said he did not care to accompany them and went to bed before the boys left the house. They returned about ten o’clock and found the lamp burning just as they had left it. Entering the bed room they saw Frank lying in the bed, breathing heavily, apparently in slumber. Droll slept on a lounge by the bed and Whittaker in the bed with Cashen. Droll and Whittaker rose early Thursday morning and when breakfast was ready they called Cashen but he did not answer and Droll went to wake him and found he was dead. A light was taken to the room and it was discovered that he must have shot himself purposely while they were absent the evening before. Coroner Harlan was at once notified and also the family. An inquest was held in the afternoon, when his brothers were present, and the verdict was that the death of the deceased was caused by a bullet from a 38 caliber revolver fired by his own hand. The deceased was 32 years old and unmarried. His body was brought to the undertaking rooms here. The bereaved family have the sympathy of all in their affliction. The funeral will take place from the residence of Omer Hale Saturday morning at 10 o’clock. Friday 24 February 1905

Horace Clayton died at his home three miles east of Danbury Tuesday morning. He is survived by a wife and several children who have sympathy of the entire community. Friday 3 March 1905

Obituary-Mrs. M.H. Johnson dead of pneumonia. On Sunday, March 5th, Sara Nettleton Johnston passed away, following her husband in just three weeks. Mrs. Johnston was a pioneer of Red Willow county, removing to Ainsworth two years ago. She was a woman of beautiful Christian character and will be sincerely mourned by many friends here as well as in her new home. Hosts of friends extend sympathy to the stricken daughter who is thus doubly bereaved. May He who tempers the wind to the shorn lamb sustain her. Friday 10 March 1905

Crushed to Death-Falling From the Top of Box Car Between the Rails-Walter S. Kent is Killed-By the car running over him, crushing his legs and otherwise injuring him while switching a car: A Sad Death-Walter S. Kent who has been in the employ of the railroad company here for about five months, was killed at Atlanta, Monday afternoon, March 20, 1905 at 4 o’clock while setting out a car from train 147 onto a side track. He had thrown the switch and then went up to where the engine and two cars were, getting on the one next the engine the other brakeman gave the signals and uncoupled the car to be set out, when the engineer put on the air the unfortunate brakeman fell striking the ground between the rails upon his head. The engine and car were stopped as quickly as possible but one set had run over his thighs and his body dragged about thirty feet. He was unconscious when picked up and died in a short time afterwards without regaining consciousness. His body was brought to this city that evening on No. 5, where he had moved his family from Lincoln but a few weeks ago and prepared for burial. His fall undoubtedly stunned him and the end came without any pain or suffering to him. He leaves a widow and three children, and a brother in this city. His father, who lives in Nova Scotia is on his way here and is expected to arrive tonight. The funeral services will be held in the Methodist church at Exeter, Sunday afternoon, under the auspices of the Hastings lodge Knights of Pythias, of which he was a member. He was a member of the Workmen, in which he carried a $2000 policy, and carried $2100 in the Burlington relief. Friday 24 March 1905

Death of J.F. Dye-John Frank Dye died at his home of Douglass street in this city, Wednesday morning, March 29, 1905 at 3:30 o’clock after an illness of about two years. He was born November 2, 1858, in Scotland county, Missouri, and married Miss Etta Belle Stephenson in 1878, who with two sons, Ira and Hurley, born of this union, survive him. He moved to this state in 1883 and settled in Hayes county. He moved to this city in 1900, but has been traveling much of the time since then. About two years ago he moved near Curtis where he purchased a ranch, and last fall returned here. He was a member of the Workmen and Woodman orders, under who auspices the funeral was conducted. The funeral services will be held in the Congregational church this afternoon at 2 o’clock and interment in the Longview cemetery. Friday 31 March 1905

Mrs. Annie Fraley Wood died May 1, 1905, aged 70 years. The deceased was born in Pennsylvania where she resided until a year ago when she moved to this place and made her home with her brother, Fred Fraley. Her death was a shock to the community, although she has been a sufferer for years, but her last illness was only of a few hours. She leaves a number of friends and relatives to mourn her loss. Rev. Mason conducted the funeral services at the home after which the remains were interred in Danbury cemetery. Friday 5 May 1905

A four year old daughter of Mr. Kuen died last Friday and was buried here Saturday, the funeral being held from the church. Friday 14 July 1905

Death of Harry Short-Harry Short, a farmer living seven miles north of town, died Friday of typhoid fever, after an illness of three weeks, aged 45 years. A widow and five children survive him. The funeral took place from the M.E. church at Box Elder, Saturday, interment in the cemetery at that place. Mr. Short formerly resided north of Bartley, moving from that place to Missouri three years ago. After a two year’s residence there he returned to Nebraska and has been farming in the present neighborhood since. A brother and sister from Colorado were present at the funeral as was Mrs. Short’s brother, William Proctor, who resides near Indianola. Friday 14 July 1905

Fatal Wreck-Last Saturday afternoon about 5 o’clock the train on the Oberlin branch running from a place which had been washed out three miles south of Republican city was wrecked near Kanona, nine miles from Oberlin, Kansas, and Miss Nellie Koll, daughter of Engineer Koll, and a man named Harry White, were killed and Mrs. I. Egbert, wife of the fireman, Dr. A. A. Allen, of Topeka, Kansas and Ed Bender of Hastings were injured. Since the floods the first of the month when the road bed and track were washed away on this branch near Republican City, where the train crews live, this crew has been running out of Oberlin and the families of the engineer, fireman and brakeman, were on the train intending to spend Sunday in Oberlin with them. The engine was running backward when, from some unknown cause the tender tracks were derailed and the whole train, engine, a box car and the caboose went into the ditch. Mrs. Koll and another daughter and Mr. E.O. Scott, the brakeman’s wife, were not hurt. The remains of Miss Koll were brought over from Oberlin to this city and funeral services were held in the Methodist church Tuesday afternoon, and were attended by a large congregation, a number of her friends from Republican City being present. The pastor of the church at Republican, of which the deceased was a member, officiated. The body was interred in the family lot in Longview cemetery. Friday 14 July 1905

George W. Russell died at the home of his son, Charles, Tuesday, July 18, after a few days illness. The funeral took place from the house Thursday morning at 10 o’clock, conducted by Rev. Hawkins. Friday 21 July 1905

Obituary-Jacob Groves Selby a resident of Imperial, who came to McCook for medical treatment, died suddenly at the home of his mother Saturday morning, July 15. Deceased was born September 6, 1867, near Iowa City, Johnson county, Iowa, died July 15, 1905, aged 37 years 10 months and 9 days. He became a member of the Christian church at West Liberty, Iowa, in 1883. On July 2, 1903, he was united in marriage to Miss Amy Morris, of Imperial. A wife, mother, four brothers and a host of friends mourn his death. Mr. Selby’s popularity was attested by the large number of friends who attended the funeral service which was conducted by Rev. L.F. Sanford in the Christian church, McCook Sunday, July 16, 4 p.m. Monday the body was taken to Stratton for interment, where relatives and a large company of friends gathered to see the remains laid to rest by the side of his father in the family burying ground. Friday 21 July 1905

Obituary-David N. Cunningham died at the home of John L. Pierce, fifteen miles southwest of Trenton Saturday morning aged 44 years. The funeral took place at Trenton Monday afternoon, the pastor of the Congregational church officiating. His mother, Mrs. M.J. Gordon of Stockville; a sister, Mrs. Sarah J. McGuire of Stockville; and a brother, John, who resides in this county, were present at the funeral. Mr. Cunningham was an engineer and ran out of McCook before the big strike. He united with the brotherhood at Lincoln, afterward transferring to Grand Island. He went to Texas where he railroaded for years and when in Galveston joined the Odd Fellow. Last year he was in the hospital with malarial fever and had not fully recovered when he came north. Friday 28 July 1905

A Sad Accident-In which Husband and Wife are both hurt and Mrs. H. Corcoran Dies-Crushed under a heavy wagon-A sad and fatal accident occurred at the home of Henry Corcoran in Coleman precinct Saturday evening, when Mr. Corcoran was badly hurt by being kicked by a horse in the team he had just driven home from town, and Mrs. Corcoran being thrown from the wagon by the sudden start, was run over and died the next morning from the injuries received. The unfortunate couple had just arrived home from town. He had gotten out to unhitch the team and frightened the colt they were driving and it kicked Mr. Corcoran on the hip, knocking him several feet, and the team started to run. Mrs. Corcoran was partly out and was getting some of her things from the wagon. She was thrown in front of the wagon, which was loaded with cement and groceries and the wheels passed over her abdomen crushing the bones and injuring her internally. A carpenter working on their new house, and one of her daughters, were standing near, and he and Mr. Corcoran ran after the team which stopped a few rods from where they started and they returned to where Mrs. Corcoran lay. She told them she was dying and asked them not to move her it would hurt too much.. But they sent for Dr. Duncan and after a short time carried her into the house, and everything medical aid and love could do was done for her. She lived until the next afternoon. The deceased’s maiden name was Kate Parks. She was born in Vanderberg county, Indiana in 1848 and was married to Henry Corcoran in 1884. They have resided here about 19 years. She is survived by her husband and three daughters, Mary, Margaret and Jane; two sisters and a brother who live in Evansville, Indiana. The funeral services were held at her late home Wednesday afternoon, Rev. Father Loughran of St. Patrick’s church officiating, and was attended by an usually large number of their friends and neighbors, she being held in high esteem by all who knew her. The body was interred in Calvary cemetery in this city. Friday 4 August 1905

On Sunday morning July 30 a little daughter was born to Mr. and Mrs. D.H. McMurrin, but for one day only was the household gladdened by the sweet presence. Early on Monday morning the little spirit was wafted back to him who gave it. Sympathetic friends laid the remains tenderly away at Riverview in the afternoon. Friday 4 August 1905

Geo. Ralston died at Lincoln, August 12, 1905, after a brief illness. Remains were brought to Lebanon and funeral held from the M.E. Church of which deceased as a member, under the direction of the Masonic lodge of Danbury, Sunday, August 13th,. George Ralston was born in Herkimer, Co., N.W. July 26, 1835. In early life he as married to Emily McCarty, who together with their children are left to mourn his loss. In 1869 they moved to Monmouth, Iowa and in 1889 came to Lebanon, Neb., residing since in the town or vicinity. The bereaved widow and children have the deepest sympathy of the entire community. Friday 25 August 1905

Mrs. Sophia Burgess-Died Tuesday morning, August 29, 1905 after an illness of about three months, during which time she suffered great physical pain

and death brought her relief from her sufferings. She was an earnest, conscientious Christian, doing her full duty as she saw it, a kind, indulgent parent, a good neighbor and true friend. She was confirmed in the Church of England at an early age, and when she came to this country became a communicant of the Episcopal church. Sophia Morgan was born on the island of Lambay, off the coat of Ireland in 1829. She came to New York when a young woman and was married to George J. Burgess in Chicago September 5, 1857, by which union two children, Frank D. and Maud, were

born, both of whom survive her. She lived in Ottawa, Illinois, 23 years, then moved to Arapahoe, Nebraska, and in 1893 came to this city to reside. The funeral services were held in the Episcopal church this morning at 10 o’clock and her body interred in Longview cemetery. The service being that of the ritual of her church with a vested choir, Rev. .R. Earle, the rector, officiating. The sympathy of the entire community is extended to the bereaved family in their hour of sorrow. Friday 1 September 1905

John R. Boxby-The remains of John R. Boxby of Arapahoe who was for many years foreman of the railroad blacksmith shops in this city, but resigned several years ago, were brought here Wednesday night. He died at his home near Arapahoe, Tuesday morning. The funeral services were held in the Methodist church here Thursday morning at 10:30, under the auspices of the Masonic order and his body interred in Longview cemetery. An obituary will be published next week. Friday 1 September 1905

Superintendent Campbell’s Death-After an illness of almost two years Alexander Campbell died at his home in this city Monday morning, August 28, 1905, at 2 o’clock, of pernicious anemia, and his demise is mourned by every citizen of McCook and a very large number of railroad men with whom he had been associated all over the country. In February 1904, his condition was such that he consulted a physician and went to Excelsior Springs for treatment, which he continued for six months without learning the exact cause of his trouble. In November of this year he went to Chicago and paced himself under the care of Dr. Billings who diagnosed his case and every effort was made to overcome the disease but to no purpose. He gradually declined in strength until death brought him to his long rest. At his request he was brought home last Friday and was accompanied by a trained nurse, and the end came soon. Alexander Campbell was born in Scotland, October 28, 1843, and moved to Canada with his parents about 1848. He worked there on a farm during his boyhood and then learned the blacksmith trade at which he worked until about 1863, when he went to the copper mines of northern Michigan and began work for the Calumet & Hecla Mining Co. on the survey and construction of the Hecla & Torch Lake railroad, the first road in that section of the state. He was under the supervision of Alexander Agassiz, who is now the president of that great mining company, and a son of the famous Swiss naturalist and American teacher, Louis Agassiz. On the completion of that road, Mr. Campbell was made head of the operating department, which position he retained until he came to Nebraska in 1869. His connection with the Burlington railroad is practically a history of the building of that road west of the Missouri river. Entering the employ of the company in December 1869, when the road was but three miles out of Plattsmouth where it crossed the river, as a common section hand, his intelligence soon brought him to the notice of Col. Doan, who was chief engineer of the road, and he soon secured a foremanship and then his advancement was rapid. As assistant to the first roadmaster employed and assisted as roadmaster and superintendent he assisted in the construction of the road west, arriving in Lincoln, July 4, 1870, and from there to Kearney and in the fall of 1871 from Crete to Beatrice. Later from Hastings to Denver; from Edgar to Cheyenne; Red Cloud to Wymore; Republican to Oberlin; Orleans to St. Francis and other branches of this division. Mr. Calvert who left the office of general superintendent of the Burlington west of the river last fall to go to Chicago, entered the employ of the company at Plattsmouth as a civil engineer the next summer after Mr. Campbell, and Mr. Holdrege, now general manager, two years afterward. When the road was completed to Denver, Mr. Campbell was superintendent of all lines west of Hastings and Red Cloud, with two assistants, one at Denver and the other at Holyoke, and continued in that capacity until June of this year, but retiring from active duties last October on account of his health. In the building of the road to Denver the work was done so rapidly and it pleased the board of directors so much that at a regular meeting they passed a resolution to embody in the records of the board commending G.W. Holdrege, general manager, T.E. Calvert, chief engineer, and A. Campbell, superintendent of the Colorado division for their efficient work and voted a Christmas present of an equal amount to each of them to show their appreciation of their zeal, building 247 miles of road in 229 working days, which is seldom, excelled today. No man will be missed more in this vicinity than Alexander Campbell. His acts of kindness and deeds of charity were not paraded before the public, nor did he wish them. He was a friend to everyone and how much he has done for others will never be known here. His advice was always good and he had the rare faculty of judging a man’s worth long before it was accepted by others and it is said he seldom was mistaken and very few whom he put confidence in betrayed it, thus making his division one of the most efficient on the system. He won his men to him and they worked without a grumble for “A.C.” He endeavored to lift up his men and while lenient in minor faults, endeavored to have his men overcome them. He demanded a faithful performance of every duty and would brook no disobedience, nor did he deny any fair request of his men and endeavored to be always just and impartial to them. As a citizen of McCook no man has stood higher in the estimation of his fellow man, nor done more for the up building of the city. He took a pride and pleasure in the welfare of not only the town but rejoiced in the success of each individual. As a member and president of the board of education for years it has been largely to his influence that the schools of this city have been brought to the excellence they have attained and in all his busy life he was never too busy to attend his duties on the board. The funeral services were held at his late home Wednesday afternoon at 3:30 o’clock. At which time all business was stopped for five minutes. The pall bears being: R.B. Archibald, master mechanic; W.S. Perry, superintendent of bridges; J.F. Kenyon roadmaster, F. Harris, F. Montmorency and M. Lawritson, his chief clerks. The services were held under the auspices of the Knights Templar, and D.M. McElhinney, of Hastings, assumed charge of the funeral rites. A quartette, consisting of Mrs. G.H. Thomas, soprano; Miss Ida McCarl, alto; R. Cuter, tenor and J.R. McCarl bass chanted the Lord’s Prayer and after a prayer by Rev. Carman sang “Nearer My God To Thee.” And a chance was then given friends to view the remains. There was a profusion of floral emblems, which were elaborate and very beautiful, and cut flowers every where, they were so numerous. The procession was an unusually large one; almost every available rig in town being out. At the grave the full Masonic ritual service was used and as the body was lowered into its last resting place the quartette sang the funeral dirge of the order. Alexander Campbell was married to Miss Mary Vaughn in Hastings, Nebraska, July 24, 1880, to which union seven children were born, two of whom died; those living are: Norman J., George A., A. Bruce, Elsie and Walter V. Two sisters, Mrs. Katherine McLean of Alpena, and Mrs. Mary McLean of Calumet, Michigan. Two brothers, Roderick of Ashfield, Canada, and Kenneth B. of Barr, Colorado survive him. The following clipping is taken from the Lincoln Evening News of August 28, 1905. It is declared by railroad officials, who are competent to speak, that for the twenty-five years of service of Campbell as superintendent no railroad man can show a better record. The division, under his watchful care, was one of the best managed in the country. It was seldom that there was even a slight wreck due to the carelessness of employees, owing to the close supervision that was kept over the operating department by Mr. Campbell. In 1882 the machine and boiler shops were established at McCook and this brought added responsibility to the superintendent. Mr. Campbell took great pride in the promptness of the train service and nothing disturbed him more than to have a train laid out on his division, due to negligence or even to causes not chargeable to neglect of duty. Alexander Campbell was a very lovable man and very just one, said a former old employee, now located at Lincoln. Every man on the division considered him his friends, and when one was in trouble he always went and found “A.C.” as everybody called him. He had a great big heart and his sympathies were wide if a man lost his job. Friday 1 September 1905

Died in Omaha-Mrs. John N. Smith of Coleman precinct, was taken to the Emanuel hospital, Omaha, three weeks ago for medical treatment and possibly an operation for a peculiar growth in her side. No operation was performed, but she rapidly failed and died there Sunday morning, September 3, 1905. Miss Lucinda Witter was born in South Bend, Indiana, March 10, 1852, and was married to John N. Smith May 3, 1868. They came to this county in 1885, and resided here ever since. The deceased leaves a husband and two daughters, besides a host of friends to mourn her death. The funeral services were held in the Baptist church in this city, Wednesday afternoon a 2 o’clock, Rev. M.B. Carman of the Methodist church officiating and many friends and neighbors attended. Her remains were interred in Longview cemetery. Friday 8 September 1905

Lost Only Daughter-Esther, the only daughter of Mr. and Mrs. J.W. Shirley, died Sunday morning, Sept. 3 at 8:20 o’clock, after a short but painful illness. She was but twenty days old. The services were held at the house of the parents, Monday afternoon, Rev. M.B. Carman officiating, and her little body interred in Riverview cemetery. The sympathy of the community is extended to the bereaved parents in their sorrow. Friday 8 September 1905

Death of Mrs. Phillippi-The funeral services of Mrs. Paulina H. Phillippi were held at the Baptist church Tuesday, Rev. .B. Carson, pastor of the church preaching the sermon from the text, “Blessed are the dead who die in the Lord.” A large audience of friends were present. The ladies of the church had decorated the platform beautifully with flowers and ferns. Mrs. Phillippi was born in Germany, Sept. 20, 1854 and removed to this country in 1876 and in the same year married A.A. Phillippi. They were among the first settlers of Red Willow county, having moved here from Illinois in 1878. Three of her sons and two daughters are left to grieve their loss. Her husband and two children had gone before her. She had been a sufferer for many months, but bore it all with Christian fortitude. She was a member of the Baptist church. The interment was in Riverview. Friday 15 September 1905

Death of Mary A. Feeny-Miss Eva Feeny left for her home in Hastings, Monday, in response to a telegram that her mother was dead. The following from the Hastings Republican of Monday contains the sad particulars: County Attorney Fred Olmstead received a phone message from Roseland this morning with the sad announcement of the sudden death, near that place, of Mrs. Mary A. Feeny. About two weeks ago the son, Charley, was called to Denver, where a sister, Mrs. Clara Olmstead, was lying very low with consumption. Not wishing to leave his mother here along she went to visit with Mr. Henry and family, old friends, living near Roseland. The phone message stated that Mrs. Feeny was found dead in bed this morning. It was only about two months ago that the youngest son, George, died of consumption. This following so soon other deaths that have occurred in the family almost prostrated Mrs. Feeny. She was a grand old lady and her death will be mourned by many friends. The youngest daughter, Miss Eva, is in business at McCook. She has been notified and is expected home this evening. The son, Charley, and oldest daughter, Miss Celia, at the bedside of Mrs. Olmstead in a Denver hospital, have also been notified and may arrive home tomorrow. Friday 15 September 1905

Grace Miles daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Jack Miles died of diphtheria at her home yesterday morning. No other case outside of the family is reported and it is hoped that the disease will not spread. Friday 22 September 1905

Rodney S. Baker, who has resided in this county since 1883, died at his home in Bartley Friday of last week, aged 76 years. His sickness was thought to be inflammation of the bowels. The funeral took place from the M.E. church Sunday afternoon under Masonic auspices. Friday 29 September 1905

Burned to Death-Miss Alice Buzzell, who was employed in the Central hotel at Culbertson, was fatally burned by the explosion of a lamp Wednesday evening. It appears that Miss Buzzell took a lamp from the bracket in the kitchen of the hotel and went to extinguish it when the lamp exploded and thru the burning oil all over her clothing, frightening her so she ran to the office in search of help, but not finding any one in the office she returned to the dining room and met Mrs. Johnson who wrapped a blanket around her, but by this time she was so frightened that she tore away and ran to the office a second time. Mr. Johnson was on the third floor when the accident happened and reached the office just as Miss Buzzell returned the second time, and with the aid of some more gentlemen who had reached the building by this time succeeded in extinguishing the flames, but not until the unfortunate girl had been fatally burned. Mr. Johnson had both of his hands badly burned. Miss Buzzell died Thursday morning and her funeral was held Saturday afternoon. Friday 13 October 1905

Bert McCarl’s Death-The citizens of McCook were shocked early last Saturday morning by the report that Bert L. McCarl, one of the most popular young men of this city a conductor on this division of the Burlington, and among all the employees in all departments, had dropped dead at Akron. It could hardly be realized the report was true and was doubted by many at first. It was not generally known he had any trouble with his heart as he looked the picture of health, big, strong and always ready with a smile and a hearty greeting for everyone, it did not seem possible he was stricken suddenly with a fatal disease. But the report was true and his many friends truly mourn his sudden death. He was getting his train, a stock extra, ready to come here. The train was made up, the engine ready to couple on, and he had taken a check of nearly all the cars, when, from appearances, he was stricken and dropped to his knees, then on his face and turned over on his back and expired. He was discovered by one of the men who had stock on the train and he told the brakemen who were by the way car, seven or eight cars from where Bert had fallen. They went to him at once. He had only lain there a few minutes before he was found, but life had departed from him when his brakemen reached him. His body was carried to the depot and word sent here. When the coroner of Dundy county examined him he decided an inquest was not necessary, as there were no bruises and it was very evident his death was caused by heart trouble. Arrangement were made and his body brought here that evening and prepared for burial. His mother had started for Bucklin, Kansas, Thursday night to visit her brother whom she had not visited for over 30 years and did not arrive there until 11 o’clock Saturday morning, where the sad news awaited her and she returned by the next train. Bert L. McCarl was born in Knoxville, Iowa, June 30, 1871. The family moved to Hastings, Nebraska, in 1889, and he entered the train service of the Burlington at this place in 1891 and was promoted to be a conductor in 1898. He was always genial, kind hearted and a friend of the unfortunate, liberal and charitable, a favorite in all circles and especially among his fellow employees. His father died in Hastings, and in 1893 his mother and family moved to this city. He leaves a mother, two sisters, Miss Ida and Mrs. G.H. Thomas, two brothers T.E. and J.R. McCarl, and an unlimited number of friends to mourn his sudden demise. The funeral services were held at his late home on Tuesday, October 9, 1905 at 3 o’clock under the auspices of the Masonic order, of which he was a member, and was attended by an unusually large number of people. There were many beautiful floral pieces from the various order of which he was a member, and the friends of the family, besides a profusion of cut flowers, which literally covered the casket and one side of the room. The full Masonic ritual service was held at the cemetery. The pall bearers were W.H. Browne, C.W. Bronson, L.C. Wolff, R.M. Douglass, John Morris and J. Kendlend, all conductors. The hymns were sung by the following quartette: Mrs. A.P. Bonnot, Mrs. W.A. James, S.B. McLean and W.H. Dungan. The bereaved family have the heartfelt sympathy of everyone in their sorrow. Friday 13 October 1905

J.P. Allen Killed-Saturday evening October 7, 1905, about 8:50 o’clock, J.P. Allen, agent of the Burlington at Benkelman, was found lying by the side track near the stock yards at that station, with the back of his head crushed, both shoulders broken and his back badly bruised. He was unconscious when found and lived until 11 o’clock that night. How the accident occurred no one knows. He had gone to the stock yards to see about having the train crew set some cars and was found shortly afterward by one of the crew. His wife and two children had left that morning and drove across the country to Wauneta, a distance of 37 miles and word was sent to her. She started at once to return and arrived about 3 o’clock Sunday morning. The deceased was well known and liked among the railroad men, and has been in the employ of the company for some time and has an excellent record. He leaves a widow and two children about 13 and 15 years old. He had life insurance it is thought amounting to about $5,000. The funeral services were held in Benkelman and the remains were brought to this city Wednesday morning and interred in Longview cemetery under the auspices of the Masonic lodge of this city. Friday 13 October 1905

Agnes Horky the aged mother of Mrs. Aaron Dutcher, died at the home of her daughter, Thursday, September 28, 1905. She was born in Moravia, Austria, November 1, 1817. She was married in 1840. Her husband died in 1867. She came to this country in 1878 with five children, three girls and two boys. She has resided in Red Willow since 1879. The funeral service was held in the Catholic church in Indianola, Saturday, September 30, interment in the Catholic cemetery. Sympathy is extended to the bereaved ones. Friday 13 October 1905

H.D. Bayliss-H.D. Bayliss died at his home on Manchester street, Monday, October 16, 1905, at 6:30 p.m. of tuberculosis. He had been in ill health for several months, and gradually grew worse and was confined to the house but a few days, though too weak to work for a long time. He was an engineer running out of here and had been in the employ of the Burlington for about twenty years. Homer Davidson Bayliss was born November 27, 1868 and married in Red Cloud in September 1892. They moved here that year and have made their home here ever since. He leaves a widow and two sons, to mourn his death. A brief service was held at his late home Tuesday evening, Rev. Carman officiating, and his body taken to Red Cloud Wednesday where funeral services were held in the Christian church that afternoon and his body interred in the cemetery there. Two of his brothers, one from Cheyenne and the other from Iowa were here to attend the funeral. He was a member of the B of L, the A.O.U.W. and the Burlington Relief, and had insurance in each of them. The deceased was highly respected among his fellow workmen, was a good citizen, and a loving husband and father. The bereaved family have the heartfelt sympathy of the community in their sorrow. Friday 20 October 1905

The infant child of Ben Huntwork, living northwest of town, died Monday and was buried Tuesday, Rev. Kirby conducting the services from the Dry Creek church. Friday 20 October 1905

David P. Gray’s Death-After a short illness, though he has not been well for some time, David P. Gray died at the residence of his son, Clarence B. Gray, Wednesday afternoon, October 18, 1905 at 12:20 o’clock. His last illness began Saturday when he was confined to his bed. David P. Gray was born in Prebble county, Ohio, January 20, 1829, and lived there until about five yeas ago, when he came here and made his home with his son. He was married to Miss Orpha Kirkham, of Indiana, about 1856, to which union there were born two children, a daughter now dead, and a son the wife passing away about thirty-six years ago. He joined the United Presbyterian church when young and has always been a consistent Christian. During his residence here he has won the respect and admiration of all who became acquainted with him. The funeral services were held at the residence of his son yesterday afternoon at 2:30 o’clock. Rev. M.B. Carman officiating, and his body interred in Longview cemetery. Friday 20 October 1905

Died, Monday morning, Oct. 30, 1905, Mrs. Lewis Cann, aged 58 years. She had been in poor health for a year but took a trip to Canada in hopes of benefiting her health. She had been confined to her bed ever since coming home. She leaves a husband and one daughter to mourn her loss. The funeral services were held at the home Tuesday afternoon by Rev. Gardner, interment in the Danbury cemetery. The family have the sympathy of the entire community. Friday 3 November 1905

Alexander Drummond died Monday October 30, 1905 at his home in South McCook, of old age. He was born in Scotland October 17, 1822. He was employed in the railroad shops here as a machinist for many years. He is survived by his widow and four children. Funeral services were held Tuesday, Rev. H.H. Berry officiating. Friday 3 November 1905

Died of Paralysis-Isaac N. Crispin died at the home of his daughter, Mrs. D.C. Marsh in this city, Monday, October 30, 1905, of paralysis from which he had been suffering about two weeks. The deceased was born June 21, 1839 in Ohio, was married in Iowa in 1852 his wife dying about eleven years ago, since when he has made his home with his children, four of whom survive him: two sons, Owen of Jewel county, Kansas, and William, of Helena, Montana and two daughters, Mrs. Anna Klever of Omaha, and Mrs. D.C. March of this city. Mr. Crispin joined the Methodist church when he was 17 years old and has always been a consistent and active member. He was highly esteemed by all who knew him, and a well preserved and active man physically up to the time of this late illness. A short service was held here Monday afternoon and his remains were taken to Superior for interment Tuesday. The sorrowing family have the sympathy of the community in the loss of their father. Friday 3 November 1905

Mrs. O’Connell’s Death-Mrs. Mary A. O’Connell died at her home on Marshall street, Monday morning, November 6, 1905, after an illness of almost three years, during all of which time she suffered much from a complication of diseases. Miss Mary Cassidy was born in Port Richmond, Philadelphia, June 13, 1859, and was married to James V. O’Connell June 1, 1878. Eleven children were born to this union, nine of whom survive the parents, the father dying October 15, 1904. The children living are: Katheryne, Thomas, Sarah, Frank, Mary, Margaret, James, Gertrude and Jennette, all of whom are at home, Miss Sarah, who was visiting in Rock Island, Illinois returning Tuesday. The deceased was a member of the Roman Catholic church, a good Christian and an excellent mother and neighbor. The family moved to this city from Philadelphia in the spring of 1888 and have lived here ever since, Mr. O’Connell being a passenger engineer for the Burlington and died from heart failure on his engine just as he had started his engine going east with his train. The funeral services are being held this morning in St. Patrick’s church in this city and the remains will be interred in Calvary cemetery. The heartfelt sympathy of the whole community is extended to the orphans in their great loss. Friday 10 November 1905

Mrs. Crockford’s Death-Mrs. Mary Friday Crockford died Sunday afternoon, November 4, 1905, at 4:30 o’clock at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Barrett of this city, aged 89 years and 9 months. The deceased was born near Canton, Star County, Ohio, February 7, 1816. She was married to Job Crockford in Summit County, Ohio, in 1840. Of this union eight children were born, six of whom survive her, four sons and two daughters: Henry and Joseph of Michigan; William, of Sioux, Iowa; Jacob of Hooker County, Nebraska; Mrs. Ellen Barrett of this city and Elizabeth living near Cleveland, Iowa. They moved from Ohio to Michigan and for the past thirty years lived in Kansas, Iowa and Nebraska. Her husband died about five years ago in Goodwin, Kansas, and she has made her home the past three years with her daughter in this city. She has been a constant sufferer for the past fifteen years and confined to her bed nearly all the time the past year. She joined the Methodist church when 18 years of age and has been an active and conscientious member all her life, and while sick attended the dedicatory services of the new church here. She was probably the oldest person in the city and the only woman living here who had sons in the civil war. Her father was a soldier in the revolutionary war and was a sailor on ocean going vessels for seven years. She was a good Christian woman who made friends with all whom she met and leaves many to mourn her demise. The funeral services were held at the M.E. church Monday afternoon at 2:30 o’clock, Rev. Carman officiating and were attended by a large number of friends. Friday 10 November 1905

Newmann Dutcher the aged father of John and C.K. Dutcher, died at the home of his son Charles, Friday. The funeral took place from the Methodist church Saturday afternoon. Friday 10 November 1905

Mrs. August Miller died at her home Saturday morning Nov. 11 and was buried from the Lutheran church Sunday. The little babe died a few days pervious to the mother. Mr. Miller has the sympathy of the entire community in his great loss. Friday 17 November 1905

Death of Robert Sutton-Robert Munson, son of Harvey P. and Elizabeth Munson Sutton, died at his home Saturday morning, November 11, 905 at 6:15 o’clock, of hemorrhage of the brain. He was born in this city February 22, 1891. The deceased was taken sick about five weeks previous with a fever, and later suffered from an abscess on his brain. He was operated upon November 1st. He withstood the operation and the evening before he died was bright, cheerful and seemingly, much better, and great hopes were entertained by everyone for his recovery. His hearing, which had been affected for years was much improved after operation. Early Saturday morning he had a hemorrhage and death soon relieved him from his sufferings. During his sickness he seemed to be aware of the seriousness of it and was most grateful for the exertions made for him. Everything that could be thought of was done for him. Trained nurses cared for him and the best medical science possible secured, and the prayers of many offered but all in vain. Rob was a favorite among his playmates and they with his schoolmates of the eighth grade and his teacher attended the funeral in a body. The services were held at the home Monday afternoon at three o’clock, and his popularity was attested by the large gathering of both old and young, and the profusion of beautiful flowers and floral pieces. Rev. M.B. Carman officiated and made a few appropriate remarks. A quartette, composed of Mrs. A.P. Bonnot, Miss Ida McCarl, Stuart B. McLean and J.R. McCarl, chanted the Lord’s Prayer at the beginning of the service and sang a hymn at the close, after which the friends viewed the remains and the body, followed by a large number, was taken to Longview cemetery for interment, Floyd Stayner, Galen Perry, Ralph Bosworth, John Burnett and Arthur Pronger acting as pall bearers and the boys of his grade marching to the cemetery as an escort. At the grave the quartette sang Lead Kindly Light, and after a prayer the eighth grade marched around the grave and covered the coffin with chrysanthemums. The sorrowing parents, brother and sister have the sincere sympathy of the whole community in their hour of distress. Friday 17 November 1905

Called to Rest-Winnefield M. Hunter-Died, Saturday, November 18, 1905, at the home of her parents, Mr. and Mrs. John M. Hunter, seven miles southwest of town, of quick consumption. She was born in Frontier County, Nebraska, March 27, 1891. The funeral services were held in the Methodist Church of this city Sunday afternoon at 2 o’clock, Rev. M.B. Carman officiating, and her body interred in Riverview cemetery. The sympathy of the community is extended to the sorrowing family. Friday 24 November 1905

Harry Easterday Jackson-The baby son of Mr. and Mrs. George Jackson, of South McCook, died Thursday November 16, 1905, aged 16 months after a lingering illness of brain and typhoid fever. The parents came here from Colorado last summer and the little one has been ill ever since. The funeral services held at the house Friday afternoon, Rev. M.B. Carman officiating, assisted by the young ladies quartette of the Methodist church, and the remains were interred in Longview cemetery. Friday 24 November 1905

Passing of a Pioneer-William Henry Benjamin was born at Middlehope, Orange county, New York, April 22, 1832 died December 3, 1905 at 6:30 a.m. aged 73 years, six months and eleven days. He moved with his parents from Orange county, New York, to Schuyler county, near Watkins. Married to Hannah Margaret Travis, at Hoonby, New York, October 28, 1857, near which place he resided until he enlisted for the civil war in Company I, 107th New York Volunteers, from which he was honorably discharged for disabilities contracted during the service. After returning from the front he removed to Corning, New York, where he resided until 1866, when he came west and settled in Pottawatomie county, Iowa. In 1884 he moved to his present place of residence at Banksville where he resided until his death. Five son, Travis W. of St. Francis, Kans; Harry H. of Eustis, Alvin M. and Bertram W. of Banksville and Ray E. of McCook and an only daughter Clara G. Knobbs, of Pueblo, Colo, survive him. The funeral took place from the Banksville school house Tuesday, Rev. H.H. Berry officiating and the remains laid beside those of his life’s companion, in Riverview cemetery in McCook. Friday 8 December 1905

Death of Edward Nettleton-Edward Nettleton, son of Luther Nettleton, died in the asylum for the insane at Hastings, Monday, Dec. 4, the body was sent here for burial, the funeral taking place Wednesday of this week. Rev. M.B. Carman conducted brief services at Riverview cemetery. Deceased as the last survivor of a family of five. He was born in Sublette, Illinois, March 1st, 1867. Moved with his parents to this county in 1874, where he grew to manhood. He graduated from the Franklin academy and later went to Lincoln where he entered the state university. In order to help pay his way through school he put in extra hours working on the State Journal. His health failed, and it was finally necessary to place him in the asylum at Lincoln. Seven years ago he was removed to Hastings. All that it was possible to do for the unfortunate young man was done. About a year ago he underwent an operation, since which time he steadily grew worse, until death came to his relief. His father was county superintendent nineteen years ago and late his stepmother, Eliza G. Nettleton held the office for six years. He was a cousin of Mrs. W.S. Fitch who resided just southwest of town. Old settlers remember, what an interest the Nettleton family took in education and sympathized deeply with them regarding Edward’s affliction. His death and burial will cause many old time memories to revive in the minds of those familiar with educational interests in the early days of the county. Friday 8 December 1905

Death of Mrs. Shaw-Percilla, wife of A.C. Shaw, died at her home in this city Monday evening, December 11. The remains were taken to the former home the same night for interment. Mr. Shaw brought his wife here a short time ago in hopes that the change of climate would benefit her. A son-in-law, W.G. Walker, an employee of the freight house, resides here. A son is in business in Lincoln. A little daughter nine years of age and the bereaved husband constitute the remainder of the family. They feel deeply grateful to citizens of McCook who have assisted and comforted them through their bereavement. Friday 22 December 1905