Newman-Eno-Married at the Congregational church in Fruita, Colorado Wednesday January 8th, at 1 p.m. J.B. Newman of this place to Nettie E. Eno of Fruita. Both the contracting parties are well and favorably known here. Miss Eno having lived here the greater part of her life, she is the youngest daughter of F.P. Eno of Fruita and the family is known by the greater part of our readers. Mr. Newman has been here the past 3 years and has gained a host of friends, he has built a nice little home and has it ready to move into on their arrival some time the last of this week. The writer joins their many friends in wishing them a long and happy wedded life. Danbury News Friday 10 January 1908

Married at the home of Mr. and Mrs. McManigal’s Dec. 25th, 1907, Mr. Glen McManigal to Miss Callie Vaughn. The bride is the daughter of Wm. Vaughn, a prosperous farmer living three miles north of McCook, Neb. The bridegroom is the only son of Mr. and Mrs. E. McManigal, living 8 miles north of Wauneta. Earl Freeland acted as groomsman and Miss Dora Trowbridge as bridesmaid. A number of friends and relatives witnessed the ceremonies, J.J. Christner officiating. Wauneta Breeze Friday 10 January 1908

Married at the home of the bride, near Max, Nebr. on Wednesday evening, January 15, 1908, Miss Elizabeth A. Arbogast, to Mr. Elvin A. Harte of this city. Both of these young people are well and favorably known here. Friday 24 January 1908

Scott-Rogers-Amos A., son of W.N. Rogers, of Shadeland Park Stock Farm, was united in marriage yesterday to a Miss Scott, at her home in Los Angeles, California. Mr. Rogers is interested with his father in the stock business and has just completed a modern cottage on the ranch to which he will bring his bride. Miss Scott resided in McCook a few years ago and has many friends here. The young people have the best wishes of all. Friday 21 February 1908

Robinson-Schobel-Monday, February 18, 1908, Herman C. Schobel, of this city and Miss Hattie Robinson of Minden, who has been here visiting for the past two weeks, were united in marriage by Rev. M.B. Carman. The groom is a passenger brakeman running out of here for some time past. The happy couple have the best wishes and congratulations of all their many friends for a happy future. Friday 21 February 1908

Double Wedding-Two weddings were celebrated in Lincoln Wednesday morning February 19 that will interest a number of citizens here when the daughters of Mr. and Mrs. B.J. Sharkey were united to L.J. Doyle and F.P. Beacom of Omaha at 9 o’clock, Father Shine celebrated the nuptial mass and read the marriage service for Miss Joanna Regina Sharkey and Lawrence J. Doyle. They were attended by the bride’s sister, Miss Elaine Sharkey, and the groom’s brother, George Doyle of Gretna.

At 10 o’clock Father Angus performed the same ceremony uniting the lives of Miss Mary Frances Sharkey and Francis P. Beacom. The attendants were Miss Nellie Ryan, of this city and William Hughes, of Gretna. After the ceremonies a breakfast was served at the Lindell to relatives and guests. A wedding dinner at the home of the bride’s parents at 3 o’clock, and an informal reception followed during the afternoon. Both brides resided in this city nearly all their lives until about four years ago when they moved to Lincoln with their parents. Both the newly married couples will make their homes in Omaha, where they will be at home to their friends after April 1. The best wishes of their many friends here are extended to them. Friday 21 February 1908

Helm-Hatcher-An elaborate home wedding occurred at the residence of Mr. and Mrs. John F. Helm, of Red Willow, Wednesday evening, March 25, when their daughter Miss Almee Delphine was united in marriage to Archie Guy Hatcher, Rev. M.B. Carman officiating. More than one hundred neighbors, relatives and friends were assembled in the spacious farm home in honor of the event. The rooms were tastefully decorated, carnations, roses, smilax and potted flowering plants being used in profusion. Promptly at five thirty the wedding party consisting of the bride and groom, with M. Frank V. Lowe as groomsman, the bride’s sister, Miss Alta Helm as bridesmaid, and the sister of the groom, Miss Claudia Hatcher as lady of honor, preceded by little Marie Myers, niece of the bride, as ring bearer, entered the parlor and took their places near the east window beneath a beautiful floral bell. The ring ceremony of the M.E. church was used. Mrs. W.B. Mills acted as pianist with Mrs. Earl Vahue as violinist. The bride was tastefully dressed in a beautiful creation of French Organdie and carried a shower bouquet of American Beauty roses. The groom wore the conventional black. After the ceremony and congratulations an elaborate wedding supper was served in the spacious dining room, under the personal supervision of Mrs. Sarah Kay, of the Commercial Hotel, McCook, assisted by Mesdames Wood and Brewer. It might not be one of the ways to mention the fact in this connection that this dining room is the old log homestead in which the bride was born. When the present modern home was built the old log house was built into the building but only the deep window seats give implications of this fact as the room was made modern and finished in oak. The young people are well and favorably known having resided here all their lives. The groom has a new home completely furnished on his farm adjoining that of his father, R.A. Hatcher, awaiting his bride. Numerous gifts of beauty and value were received and all join The Republican in wishing the young people a long and happy married life. Friday 27 March 1908

Earl Notley Married-Earl, son of J.P. Notley who resides just east of town, was united in marriage to Miss Maude N., daughter of A.T. Wilson, a prominent farmer and stock raiser of Box Elder, yesterday afternoon. The ceremony took place at the Box Elder parsonage, Rev. Will Miller, officiating. After the ceremony, the young couple started for home, but were overtaken by a jolly party of Box Elderites and compelled to return and stand trea. Arriving at the home of the groom’s father at 10:30 they were made aware of the fact that Mr. Notley had not been idle, but had planned a happy surprise. The house was crowded with neighbor who seized the groom and gave him a jolly blanket tossing while the bride looked on in terror. A bounteous wedding supper and plenty of music by the Rogers orchestra made time pass pleasantly and quickly. At an early hour the guests departed wishing the young people a long and happy married life. Friday 3 April 1908

Adolph Schmidt and Miss Stella Van Horn were quietly married at the home of the bride’s parents in Hitchcock county, Wednesday, Rev. Miller, officiating. The young couple are well known and have the best wishes of their many friends. Friday 10 April 1908

A pretty home wedding was solemnized at the home of Mr. and Mrs. J.W. Andrews near Danbury, at five o’clock, Wednesday evening, when their daughter, Flossie, was united in marriage with Dr. C.E. Minnear of this city. The wedding was a quiet one witnessed only by the immediate relatives and friends of the contracting parties. Indianola Reporter Friday 24 April 1908

William T. O’Connell and Miss Caroline Terwilliger, both of Hastings, Neb., were united in marriage in this city Sunday by Rector Earle of the Episcopal church. Mr. McConnell travels for an electric concern and Miss Terwilliger has been a teacher in the Hastings Business college for four years. They intend to reside in Hastings. Friday 24 April 1908

John E., son of B.F. Wilson and Miss Maud Smith, were united in marriage at the home of the bride’s parents, Wednesday evening, Rev. Miller of Box Elder, officiating, only a few relatives and intimate friends were present. The young people are both well known and popular and their many friends will join us in wishing them a long and happy wedded life. They will reside on the old Wilson ranch. A reception was given the young people Thursday evening at the home of the groom’s parents. Friday 8 May 1908

Dutton-McDivitt-A pretty home wedding took place Wednesday afternoon at the country residence of Mr. and Mrs. Willard G. Dutton, four miles southwest of town when their daughter, Miss Jeannette M. was joined in marriage to Dr. William E. McDivitt, Rev. E.R. Earle, officiating. The ceremony took place in the presence of about eighty guests under a large bell hung in the recess of a bay window. The hour was announced by strokes upon the bell and immediately the first chords of the wedding march were begun by Mrs. E.O. Vahue and Miss McDivitt on the viola and piano. The bridal couple marched into the room and to the waiting minister preceded by little Miss Mary Boyle and Master Willard Dutton as ribbon bearers. The Episcopal ritual service was used. After the ceremony the bride and groom received the hearty congratulations of all present. Refreshments were then served in the dining room and during the evening punch was served, Mrs. W.R. Starr, presiding at a table festooned with flowers and ribbons. There were many and beautiful presents for the bride and groom. The groom is a practicing physician of this city with a lucrative practice and the bride has grown to womanhood here. Both are well known and have a large circle of friends, and The Republican joins with them in good wishes to them for a happy future. The happy couple left that night for a trip through Colorado and Yellowstone Park. The out of town guests were: Mr. and Mrs. A.E. McDivitt and daughter Miss Roma, Mrs. T.F. Bartlett, Mrs. G.O. Greusel and Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Fullerton all of Lincoln. Friday 5 June 1908

Cox-Carwin-A pretty home wedding took place at 8:30 Wednesday evening at the residence of the bride’s parents, Mr. and Mrs. H.J. Cox, corner of Monroe and Dearborn streets, when Miss Elizabeth H. Cox was married to Mr. James G. Carwin, Rev. G.B. Hawkes, pastor of the Congregational church officiating. The bride wore a white silk gown with white lace net over dress and carried a shower of white roses. She was attended by her sister, Miss Hazel, as bridesmaid. The groom were a conventional black suit and Mr. William Dist, of Wray Colorado, was groomsman, while little Margaret Ough, a cousin of the bride, was ring bearer. After the ceremony the bride’s mother assisted by Miss Cora Bruns, a classmate of the bride, served the guests with an elegant four course supper. The rooms were decorated prettily with white and pink carnations, and the contracting parties were the recipients of many beautiful presents. The groom, whose home is in Illinois, has been managing his father’s stock ranch near Wray, Colorado, for some time and is popular among his friends. The bride is a most estimable young lady, she graduated from the Colorado state normal school at Greeley, in the class of 1907 and taught in the Wray, Colorado schools the past year. Her parents moved here last November and she has been here only since her school closed. The Republican wishes the happy couple a long and prosperous life. They left that night for Wray and go to house keeping at once. The following out of town guests attended the wedding: Mr. and Mrs. George Long, Wray; Mr. and Mrs. J.A. McDonald, Mr. and Mrs. D.L. Ough and little daughter, Margaret; and Mrs. Kenneth McDonald all of Benkelman, Miss Ida Carwin, sister of the groom. Friday 12 June 1908

Clifford E. Rector to Miss Ada M. McAninch at the bride’s parents, 9 miles southwest of this city, Wednesday evening at 8 o’clock, Rev. M.B. Carman, officiating. After the ceremony an excellent supper was served to the guests. Only relatives of the contracting parties were present. The groom is a son of Mr. and Mrs. O.N. Rector, of this city, and has charge of his father’s farm in Driftwood precinct, and is a very worthy and industrious young man. The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. E.W. McAninch and is an estimable young lady. The young couple will live on the Rector place. The Republican joins with their friends in good wishes for a happy and prosperous life. Friday 12 June 1908

Charles W. Hamilton of McCook, Neb., and Mrs. Emma Luskey, of Rentoul, Illinois, were united in marriage Wednesday in the Congregational parsonage by Rev. W. Vaughn. Hopkins (Mich.) Standard Friday 12 June 1908

LeGore-Ritchie-Miss Lila Marie LeGore was married Wednesday evening to Charles David Ritchie of McCook, Neb., the ceremony taking place at the home of the bride’s parents, Mr. and Mrs. Robert M. LeGore, 1629 G street. The ceremony was witnessed by about two hundred people who were seated in an arbor made by canvassing in the lawn back of the house and covering the screen with branches and vines. Numberless little electric light globes gleamed through the foliage with a beautiful effect. Lincoln State Journal Friday 19 June 1908

Short-Redding-Miss Mary Short was united in marriage Wednesday evening to Oris R. Redding, at the home of Geo. S. Scott in this city, Rev. Burton, of the Baptist church officiating. The young people will reside in McCook. Friends extend congratulations. Friday 26 June 1908

Collier-Mapes-A quiet wedding took place at the home of A.L. Pence in this city Wednesday evening, Rev. Earle of the Episcopal church officiating when Miss Annie R. Collier, a cousin of Mrs. Pence, was united in marriage to Mr. Wesley Mapes. After the ceremony a wedding supper was served and later the young couple departed for Denver. After a brief visit they expect to return and reside in McCook. Friday 26 June 1908

Mayer-Wolff-One of McCook’s prettiest June wedding occurred Wednesday evening at the residence of Mr. and Mrs. Ainsworth Monks when Mrs. Monk’s youngest sister, Myrtle Meyer, was united in marriage with Frederick Laurence Wolff, Rev. Hawkes officiating. Only the immediate relatives and most intimate friends witnessed the ceremony, the wedding being more quiet than originally planned, owing to the some what recent death of Mr. Wolff’s father. Promptly at nine o’clock the bridal party entered the beautifully decorated parlor to the strains of Mendelsohn’s wedding march played by the bride’s little niece, Miss Leta Monks, and their young lives were united by the impressive Congregational ring ceremonial, little Master Harlan Benedict, the bride’s nephew, acting as ring bearer. The bride was charmingly gowned in white silk trimmed in mesh lace princess effect, and carried bride’s roses. She is one of McCook’s most charming, popular and beautiful society girls, a member of the exclusive Awl O’s girls club, leading contralto in the First Congregational church choir of which Mr. Wolff was also a member, a graduate of the McCook high school and she commends the well deserved respect and high esteem of all who know her. The groom is a member of the law firm of Morlan, Ritchie & Wolff the division attorneys for the Burlington railway, a law graduate of our state university and enjoys a large and increasing practice in this and neighboring counties, being regarded as one of the leading young attorneys of the judicial district. The groom has secured and furnished a modern home for his bride at 655 Madison avenue where they will be at home to their friends after August 1. Friday 26 June 1908

Walkington-Johnston-The marriage of Miss Dora Walkington to Prof. Sidney L. Johnston took place June 28 at the home of the bride’s parents, Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Walkington, of North Valley precinct, Dr. D. Leeper of the M.E. church of Cambridge officiating. The bride has been a successful teacher in the Cambridge schools. The groom has been principal of the Cambridge schools for the last three years, and will remain as principal for the ensuing school year. The many friends of these young people throughout the county will unite with the Republican in extending best wishes. Friday 3 July 1908

Another Automobile Marriage-Chas. E. Picklum, of Beaver City and McCook, and Mrs. Grace Harmon Dixon, of McCook, were married at high noon at Oberlin, Kans., yesterday, July 9. It is not stated whether they were married in an automobile, but the wedding trip was made in one. They left McCook yesterday morning, making the trip to Oberlin, thence to Norton and Beaver City. After a short visit here they left for Oxford, and then by train to Hastings, expecting to return in a new Lambert car this evening. That may be properly called a rushing wedding journey. They "auto" be happy, and here is hoping that they will be. They will make their home in McCook. Beaver City Tribune Friday 17 July 1908

Stangland-Pedley-A quiet family wedding took place Wednesday evening at the home of the bride’s parents, Mr. and Mrs. K.K. Stangland, when their daughter Miss Kerstine, was united in marriage to Mr. Lester T. Pedley, of Curtis, Rev. M.B. Carman, officiating. After the ceremony those present were served to a three course luncheon by the bride’s mother. The bride has lived here all her life except the last few years when she has been away teaching, and is a most estimable young lady. The groom is the proprietor of a drug store in Curtis. The Republican joins their many friends in congratulations and best wishes for a happy future. They left that evening for Curtis where they will reside. The Awl O’s club, which had a meeting that night, learned that one of their former members was married and met the couple at the depot as they were leaving town and gave them a hearty send off. Friday 17 July 1908

Gamsby-Teal-Saturday morning Miss Eva Gamsby of Indianola and Mr. Ora Russell Teal of Frontier county were married in the chapel of St. Alban’s Episcopal church, of this city at 9 o’clock, Rev. E.R. Earle, the rector, officiating. Only a few were present. The bride has many friends in this city. The groom is a promising young farmer of the adjoining county. Their many friends extend to them their heartiest congratulations and best wishes for a happy and prosperous future. Friday 24 July 1908

Russell-Bobst-Miss Jessie, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. W.O. Russell, of this place, was united in marriage to Frank James Bobst, in Fresno, California, July 15, 1908. The young people are now at home to friends at Turlock, California. The following account of the wedding is taken from the Turlock (Cal.) Journal: Russell-Bobst-The bride’s home was with her parents Mr. and Mrs. W.O. Russell of McCook, Neb. While on a visit to relatives in Turlock she met Mr. F.J. Bobst of our city. Later she went to Los Angeles and other points in the south for pleasure. July 15th the bride met her lover in Fresno, where they were united in holy matrimony at the beautiful little parsonage by Rev. Mr. Brown of the Baptist church. When the couple arrived in Turlock they soon realized that some of their friends had got wise by the shower of rice they had to endure. But nevertheless this affair was a big surprise to most of their friends and acquaintances. The bride was beautifully dressed in white silk daintily trimmed in Irish point lace. The groom wore the conventional black. All are glad to welcome this young couple to our city as the bride is a brilliant young lady with many accomplishments, highly educated, also a very successful teacher in the east. The groom is a very estimable young man who has scores of friends in Turlock. After spending a few weeks with the groom’s parents, Mr. and Mrs. J.I. Bobst, the young couple expect to reside in Turlock where all their friends will be cordially welcomed. Friday 7 August 1908

Nash-Smith-Sunday afternoon Miss Lula Nash and Mr. Frank Smith were married at the Baptist parsonage, Rev. E. Burton, pastor of the Baptist church officiating. The bride and groom were attended by Miss Minnie Berry and Dr. J.A. Torren. The young couple are very popular among all who know them. The groom is watch repairer in H.P. Sutton’s store and a member of the McCook band, and a young man of many admirable traits. The bride has been employed in Grannis’ store for some time and is an estimable young lady. The Republican joins their many friends in congratulations and best wishes for a long, happy and prosperous life. Friday 21 August 1908

Cox-Tirrill-Sunday August 16, 1908, at noon Miss Estella M. Cox and Mr. Daniel E. Tirrill were married at the home of the bride’s parents, Mr. and Mrs. David Cox, in Driftwood precinct, Elder H.H. Berry, officiating. A large number of friends and relatives were in attendance, and after the ceremony an excellent dinner was served. The groom is building a home in this city which they will occupy as soon as it is completed. The Republican joins their many friends with congratulations and best wishes. Friday 21 August 1908

Stephenson-Bryan-Sunday evening, August 16, 1908, Mrs. Belle Stephenson and Mr. Theodore Bryan were united in marriage, Rev. M.B. Carman, officiating. The many friends of the contracting couple extend to them their congratulations and good wishes. Friday 21 August 1908

Married, at the Methodist parsonage, Wednesday evening, August 26, Denwin Grave and Miss Wilma Walbridge, both of Palisade, M.B. Carman officiating. Mr. and Mrs. Graves are spending their honeymoon in attending the Chautauqua. Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Meister of Palisade accompanied them. Friday 28 August 1908

Johnson-Mathias-Mr. Fred Mathias, of Pine Bluffs, Wyoming, and Miss Evlyn Johnson of Arapahoe, Nebraska were married at Cheyenne, Wyoming, August 20, 1908. They will make their home at Pine Bluffs, where he is engaged in the newspaper business. Fred is well known in this city, having been an employee of The Republican for over a year, and his many friends will join with us in extending congratulations. Friday 28 August 1908

Russell-Brown-The suburban home of Mr. and Mrs. L. Cann of Danbury, Neb., was the scene of a quiet wedding, Wednesday, Aug. 26, 1908, at which Rev. Harry Shepherd of the M.E. church officiated. The contracting parties were Miss Anna L. Russell of Shenandoah, Iowa, and Mr. Clifford C. Brown of McCook, Nebraska. The bride, for several years resided near McCook, and will be remembered as a popular clerk in the DeGroff’s merchandise emporium. In 1904 she removed to the Hawkeye State. She was a student in Simpson college, Indianola, Iowa, and is an accomplished and winsome lady. The groom has lived in McCook from early childhood and is proprietor of the musical department of the Ideal Store. He is a young man of sterling qualities, a proficient musician, and a successful teacher. The young couple have the best wishes of a host of friends for a pleasant voyage on the matrimonial sea. They will reside in McCook and will be at home to their friends, after Oct. 1st, 1908. Danbury News Friday 4 September 1908

Endsley-Clark-Wednesday afternoon at 4 o’clock Miss Nettie Endsley of this city, and Mr. Grant Clark of Albia, Iowa, formerly of this county, were married at the home of the bride’s sister, Mrs. Wm. Broomfield, six miles east of this city. Rev. G.B. Hawkes, officiating. The young couple are well, and favorably known in the county. The bride has been a successful teacher in district schools and is the daughter of County Assessor, T.A. Endsley. The groom is a son of A.R. Clark and formerly lived on the Willow. The happy couple left that evening for their home in Iowa, followed by the good wishes of all who knew them. Friday 25 September 1908

A Pretty Home Wedding-One of the prettiest home weddings ever celebrated in this community occurred Wednesday evening of this week at the home of Mrs. Ellen Burton when she gave her youngest daughter, Lillie Lois, in marriage to Rev. Charles E. Catlett, of University Place, Neb., the Rev. Ernest B. Crippen of Bradshaw, Neb., officiating. Miss Ethel Clark presided at the organ as the bridal party entered the room and took their places in the nook prepared for them. Miss Nellie Rittenburg was bridesmaid and Mr. Joseph Burton was best man. The bride was dressed in white silk chiffon and lace and carried in her hand a shower bouquet of bridal wreath flowers. The groom was dressed in the conventional black. Immediately after the ceremony and congratulations a bountiful wedding supper was served to over one hundred guests present. Charley and bride will begin house keeping in a week or two in University Place, Neb., where he has but recently built a modern new home. Mr. Catlett will graduate from the Wesleyan University as a full fledged Methodist preacher in June. The bride has grown to young womanhood in this community, has taught a number of most successful terms of school in Bartley, and with her husband who was also raised in this community, enjoys a wide circle of acquaintances who will unite with the Inter Ocean in wishing for them all possible success and happiness in their wedded life. They were the recipients of many beautiful and useful wedding presents from admiring relatives and friends. Bartley Inter Ocean Friday 25 September 1908

On Wednesday, Sept. 16, 1908 at high noon, at the home of the bride’s parents Mr. and Mrs. Jacob Korb, a very beautiful wedding took place in which Miss Ruby Korb and Mr. Arthur Rozell were united in holy wedlock. Rev. Harry Sheppard officiating. They will make their home on the Leisure place by Shiloh. We all join in wishing them a long and happy journey on this sea of life. Danbury News Friday 25 September 1908

Pratt-Heber-At the noon hour yesterday, at the home of Mr. and Mrs. R.E. Jackson, in the presence of a few friends, Mrs. Mabel Pratt and Charles F. Heber were united in marriage by Rev. F.S. Stein. Mr. and Mrs. Heber left on an evening train for a month’s stay in California, after which they will be at home at McCook, Neb., where the groom is employed with the B & M company. State Journal Friday 2 October 1908

Mr. Chas. Barger and Miss May Wilson were married at McCook, Sept. 30, 1908. Their many friends join us in wishing them a long and happy married life. Friday 9 October 1908

Goble-McDonald-The marriage of Miss Maude Goble and Mr. Craig W. McDonald was solemnized at 5:30 yesterday afternoon at the home of the bride’s parents, Mr. and Mrs. Ayers Goble, 806 N. Colorado avenue, Hastings, Nebraska. Rev. Mr. Harrison pastor of the Congregational church of that city officiating. The relatives of the contracting couple and a few intimate friends were present. The groom has been in the employ of the Burlington railroad here for the past four years, and is now platform foreman at the freight depot. He is an excellent young man and a general favorite with all who know him. The bride is one of Hastings most estimable young ladies. The young couple have the best wishes of every one for a happy and prosperous future. They will make their home in this city and will be at home to their friends after October 16, in the C.H. Meeker residence. Friday 9 October 1908

Burnett-McDonald-A quiet wedding took place at the home of Mr. and Mrs. W.D. Burnett Saturday evening, October 3, 1908, at 8 o’clock, when their daughter Ana Marie, was married to W.C. McDonald, Rev. E.R. Earle of the Episcopal church, officiating. Both young people are well known in the city. The groom had been running a photo gallery here for some time until recently. The bride was born and lived here ever since. They have the best wishes of a host of friends, for a long and happy life. Friday 9 October 1908

Married at the Methodist Parsonage in the city Wednesday, Oct. 7 at 2 p.m. Mr. George O. Dack and Miss Nettie Swartz both of Driftwood precinct, M.B. Carman officiating. The young people are well and very favorable known and the best wishes of many friends are theirs. They will be at home on the Dack farm in Driftwood. Friday 9 October 1908

Johnston-Paxton-At the home of her uncle, G.B. Nettleton, at Colorado Springs, on Wednesday evening of this week, Miss Florence Johnston of Ainsworth, Neb., was united in marriage to Rev. Robert Paxton of Sulphur Springs, Colo. Only relatives and intimate friends witnessed the ceremony. Miss Johnston was reared to womanhood in this vicinity. She graduated from our high school in the class of ‘01 and after proving a successful teacher in this county removed to Ainsworth, where for four years she served acceptably as county superintendent of public instruction, resigning her position there last month. She has hosts of friends in this county who wish prosperity happiness and success to this union, and extend the heartiest congratulations to Rev. and Mrs. Paxton. They will reside at Sulphur Springs where Mr. Paxton has charge of the congregational church. Friday 30 October 1908

Wilhelm-Hawkins-Wednesday evening, October 28, at 5 o’clock, Miss Ida Wilhelm and Mrs. B.H. Hawkins were married at the home of the bride’s parents, Mr. and Mrs. C.G. Wilhelm, in Gerver precinct, Rev. M.B. Carman officiating. Only relatives of the contracting couple were present. After the ceremony all present were served with a fine supper. There were many presents given to the young couple. The bride is an estimable young lady and the groom is a son of Mr. and Mrs. C.L. Hawkins and is a young man full of energy. The happy young couple will move on a farm, near their former homes. The best wishes and congratulations of a host of friends with whom The Republican joins, is extended to them for a bright and happy future. Friday 30 October 1908

Rankin-Bower-Wednesday November 4, 1908 at noon Miss Ella M. Rankin and Edward B. Bower were married at the home of the bride’s parents, Mr. and Mrs. W.H. Rankin, 812 2nd street E., Rev. M.B. Carman officiating. The bride is well known and has many friends in this city. The groom lives in Valley Grange precinct and is an industrious young farmer. He has prepared a home three miles southeast of town for his bride and they go to housekeeping at once. After the ceremony all present participated in an excellent dinner, and the bridal couple were the recipients of many presents. They have the best wishes of a host of friends, with whom The Republican joins, for a happy and prosperous life. Friday 6 November 1908

Fuller-Bennett-Tuesday evening, November 10, 1908, Miss Estella Mae Fuller of this city and Leonard D. Bennett of Lincoln, were quietly married Judge J.C. Moore, officiating. The bride is one of McCook’s finest and most worthy young ladies and has been in the employ of J.E. Kelley for several years past, being an expert stenographer and bookkeeper. The groom came here this summer as a member of local baseball club and is a first class pitcher and all round ball player. The Republican extends to them its best wishes for a long, happy and prosperous future. Friday 13 November 1908

Burton-Wood-Tuesday, November 24, at the home of the bride’s parents, Fred Burton and wife, in West McCook, Rev. M.B. Carman, officiating, Miss Hattie Burton and J.C. Wood were united in wedlock. Both young people are well known and popular. Their friends extend congratulations. Friday 27 November 1908

Freeland-Trowbridge-The home of Mr. and Mrs. R.H. Trowbridge, near Wauneta, was the scene of a quiet little wedding on Thanksgiving evening at 6:30 when their second daughter Dora May, was united in marriage to Earl Freeland, oldest son of Mr. and Mrs. Elmer Freeland. The beautiful ring ceremony was performed by Rev. Christner, and after hearty congratulations and best wishes were extended by all to the newly wedded pair a bountiful supper was served. They were the recipients of many beautiful gifts, presented by the relatives and few friends who were present. The bride’s dress was of white silk mull with a beautiful veil of bridal illusion. The groom wore a suit of black broadcloth. They will live on the Robertson Bros. ranch where Earl has accepted the position of foreman. R.H. Trowbridge formerly resided in McCook and the family have many friends here. Written by one of guests. Friday 4 December 1908

Wallace-Emerson-William E. Emerson, son of E.E. Emerson was married to Miss Lillian Wallace, Thursday of last week at the home of the bride in St. Louis, Missouri. The groom has been employed in the repair department of the Burlington here for some time and is a steady, industrious young man and the bride we understand is an accomplished young lady. The Republican and his many friends congratulate the happy couple and wish them a long and prosperous future. They arrived here Monday and will make their home in this city. Friday 18 December 1908

Sudden Death-Mrs. J.E. Jagger, who lived here a short time, but has been living in Denver lately, died Tuesday morning January 7, 1908 of spinal meningitis after an illness of but four days. She was a niece of W.M. Weidenhamer of this city. Her remains passed through here yesterday morning and were taken to Galesburg, Ills., for burial. Her husband and son, his brother, L.F. Jagger, and her uncle and his family accompanied the body. The sorrowing friends have the sympathy of all in their affliction. Friday 10 January 1908

Lydia, the six year old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. David Eckhart, died at her home southwest of town Saturday evening, January 25, 1908, of pneumonia, after an illness of several weeks. Her remains were buried in Riverview cemetery Monday. Friday 31 January 1908

Death of Lovell Clyde-Lovell R. Clyde died Saturday morning February 1, 1908 at 8 o’clock a.m. after a long illness. His death was caused by Bright’s disease and jaundice, after being confined to bed for three weeks. He was born in Sutton, Nebraska, March 28, 1872. He came to McCook with his parents in 1883, and has practically lived here ever since. He was a graduate of the public schools of this city and the class of 1890, and also a graduate of the Northwestern school of pharmacy, of Chicago. Lovell Clyde was a generous hearted kindly man and was always ready to aid any one in need and did many kind acts of charity of which the public never knew, and even his intimate friends learned of only through those whom he had relieved. He was married to Miss Dean Sigler November 21, 1907, who survives him as do also his two brothers, Sheridan Clyde of Ellwood, Indiana and Mitchell Clyde of this city. The funeral services were held in Pade & Son’s undertaking parlor Monday afternoon February 3, under the auspices of the Fraternal Order of Eagles, of which he was a member. The services were conducted by the Episcopal church. The lay reader, C.W. Barnes, in the absence of the rector. Rev. E.R. Earle, officiating. The attendance was so great the parlor was inadequate to let all in. The church choir sang appropriate hymns and the floral offerings were beautiful and were contributed by The Eagles and friends. His body was interred in Riverview cemetery. His widow and relatives have the sympathy of all friends. Friday 7 February 1908

Sudden Death-Con Gettman died in a hospital in Denver, Tuesday evening, February 4, 1908 at 5 o’clock from the result of an operation. The deceased came to McCook about two years ago and has worked for the company ever since until two weeks ago, when he was let out with others in reducing the force. He seemed as well as usual, but an injury received when a boy hurt him frequently and he thought it a good time to have something done for it, which resulted in his death. His body was brought here for burial last night and the funeral will take place in the German church this afternoon. He was about 24 years of age, and leaves a widow. The family have the sympathy of all in their sorrow. Friday 7 February 1908

Mrs. L.W. McConnell-After a long illness Mrs. L.W. McConnell died at her home on Manchester street Sunday evening, February 23,1908, about 4 o’clock. Rebecca Berry was born in Macon county, Illinois, on November 19, 1854. In 1861, with her parents she moved to Cass county, Illinois, where she lived until her father died in 1888, when she and her mother came to this city to make their home with her sister and brother, Rachel and George Berry. She was married to Lewis W. McConnell, July 19, 1892. She was a woman of high character who devoted her life to her home and loved ones, highly esteemed by everyone. Kind, considerate and generous she won many friends, and the respect of all by her high ideals of life. Shame and hypocrisy, she would not countenance. She suffered from a stroke of paralyses from which she never fully recovered. All that could be was done for her, no expense was spared for medical attendance and all the care that a loving and devoted husband had was freely given. Monday evening at 7 o’clock a quiet funeral service was held at her late home, Rev. M.B. Carman, officiating, assisted by a quartette choir consisting of Mrs. G.H. Thomas, Mrs. L. Burney, S.B. McLean and J.R. McCarl. The remains were taken to Virginia, Illinois, Tuesday morning for interment in the family burial plot. They were accompanied by her husband, his mother and J.E. Kelley, representing the Commercial club. The sympathy of the whole community goes out to the bereft husband and friends in their sorrow for their loved one. The following friends acted as pall bearers, at this place: A.McMillen, M.O. McClure, E.E. DeLong, B. Hofer, Geo. S. Scott and C.W. Barnes. Friday 28 February 1908

Mrs. Worth Humphrey-Mrs. Worth Humphrey died suddenly Saturday morning, February 22, 1908, shortly after 6 o’clock; of heart failure. There was but a few minutes warning, she having been seemingly in her usual health the evening before and she and her family spent a merry and happy evening until 10 o’clock, when her husband left to go out on his run to Akron, where a message awaited him when he arrived announcing the sad news of his wife’s death but a short time before. Harriet Thurlby Humphrey was born January 14, 1875 in Creston, Iowa, she was married to Mr. Worth Humphrey there July 2, 1897 in the spring of 1901, she moved to Oxford, Nebraska, where her husband had come to work for the Burlington in the fall of 1900, and moved to this city in January 1906. She was a communicant of the Episcopal church, and was always a consistent Christian, highly esteemed by everyone who knew her. While her death was sudden she was prepared for it and had left requests for the care of her little son when the call would come feeling that it would be sudden. She was a loving mother and wife and has left a remembrance with them that will never be effaced from their memory. Deceased is survived besides her husband and son, one brother, H.H. Thurlby of Greeley, Colorado, who was unable to attend her funeral on account of sickness in his family. She was a member of the O.E.S. and the P.E.O. at Oxford, both of these orders sending a representative of her chapter to her funeral and of St. Alban’s Guild of this city. The funeral services were held in the Methodist church, Monday afternoon at 2 o’clock, by Rev. E.R. Earle, rector of the Episcopal church, and the burial service of that church was used, and a vested choir sang the hymns and chants and Miss Elsie Campbell sang "The Promised Land." The text of the sermon was, "She is not dead, but sleepeth." The casket was literally covered with flowers and there were beautiful floral emblems from the orders to which she belonged. The P.E.O. held its services at the home at 1:30 o’clock and at the Longview cemetery, where her body was laid to rest. The pall bearers chosen from the B. of R.T. were F.F. Newbauer, H.W. Wyman, C.W. Gorey, H.H. Conover and R.J. Moore and of the O.R.C., George Martin. Those from out of town who attended the funeral were: Mrs. F.L. Sullivan of Alton, Iowa, a sister of Mr. Humphrey, who has been visiting here for several months and her husband; Mrs. George Ayer, who represented the P.E.O. chapter of Oxford, and Mrs. P.H. Gupton representing the Order of Eastern Star, also of Oxford. The services were attended by a large number of friends notwithstanding the rain storm. The heartfelt sympathy of everyone is extended to the bereaved ones in their sad affliction. Friday 28 February 1908

Mrs. J.P. Notley-Anna E. Jones was born at Lafayette, Ind., May 22, 1848. She joined the Presbyterian church of Lafayette at the age of 14. She was married in 1863 to Mr. Billings, there being three children as the result of this union. During this time she moved to Concordia, Kansas, where he letter was transferred to the Presbyterian church. She was married in Concordia, December 31, 1885 to J.P. Notley. They lived for a time in different parts of Kansas, in Denver, Colo., and came to McCook in 1893, which has since been her home. Mrs. Notley had been sick much of the time since living in McCook, being confined to her bed the past few months. She died Wednesday, February 26, 1908, at 5 o’clock in the afternoon. She leaves her husband, J.P. Notley, and their son Earl. Since coming to McCook she has held her membership in the Congregational church of this place. Friday 6 March 1908

Passing of a Pioneer-John W. Corner, who resided in Coleman precinct for about twenty years, but recently sold out and moved to a farm near Palisade, died at that place and was buried Wednesday, Rev. Satchell, officiating. A number of the old time neighbors were present at the services. Friday 13 March 1908

Obituary-Mrs. Elizabeth J. Strode died at the home of her niece, Mrs. J.F. Dye, Sunday evening, March 15, 1908, at eight o’clock, after an illness of about eight weeks. The deceased was born near Cincinnati, Ohio, August 31, 1821. When about 13 years of age her parents moved to Illinois. She came from LaBelle, Missouri to this city about a year ago and has made her home with her niece here since then. She has been a member of the Methodist church since she was 16 years of age, and put her letter in the church here May 16, 1907. The funeral services were held Tuesday morning at 10 o’clock, Rev. M.B. Carman officiating. The Sunshine Club sang and the pall bearers were members of the D. of H. lodge. The remains were interred in Longview cemetery. Friday 20 March 1908

James, the infant son of Mr. and Mrs. Samuel Arnold, died at their home south of town Tuesday. Funeral services were held Wednesday. Friday 27 March 1908

Heavily Afflicted-Charlie, aged about 20 years of age, son of John Randall, died last Friday at his home south of town after an illness of four weeks. The funeral services were held in the Catholic church Monday morning, March 30, and his remains interred in the Catholic cemetery. Just after returning to town from the cemetery Mr. Randall received a telegram announcing that his mother died that morning at her home in Elkhart, Illinois. He returned only about three weeks ago from there on account of the death of his father. The heartfelt sympathy of everyone is extended to Mr. Randall in his many sorrows. Friday 3 April 1908

Ingerman A. Fenney, died Thursday April 2d, 1908, of stomach trouble. He was born in Norway in 1865 and has been resident here for sometime. His funeral was held Saturday and his remains buried in Calvary cemetery, in his brother’s lot. Friday 10 April 1908

Little One Drowned-Last evening the little one year old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. M. Fritz, who live on the Hatfield ranch four miles east of town fell into a wash boiler filled with water and lived but a few minutes after she was discovered. The parents and others worked with her for some time to resuscitate the babe but without avail. The afflicted family have the heartfelt sympathy of everyone in their sorrow. Friday 14 April 1908

Killed His Wife-About 4 o’clock yesterday afternoon Frank Conner, of Gerver precinct shot and killed his wife as she stood at the telephone trying to talk to some one. He immediately went to his brother-in-law, A.C. Macey, who was listing corn near the house and told him what he had done. Macey said he would go and see about it and unhitched his team and told a man, who was working for him, to unhitch his team also and go to the house. Conner went back to his home and took his two children, one three years and the other about five months old, and carried them to his sister’s home a short distance away, arriving just about the time his brother-in-law did. He told his sister, he had brought his children there to leave them, and then asked Macey what he was going to do with him. He told him the best thing to do was to take him to McCook as quick as he could and they started at once. After they had started some one telephoned to Sheriff Peterson and County Attorney Reeder of the crime, and to come at once, and that Macey had started for McCook with Conner. The sheriff and attorney started and met them about two miles south of town, and came back and locked the murderer up. They then went over to the scene of the tragedy. No one was present when the deed was committed, but from what can be learned the cause was a trivial one. Mrs. Conner wanted to go to Cedar Bluffs, about three and a half miles from their home and Conner said he wanted to use the horses and she could not go. She went to the telephone and when she put the receiver to her ear he shot her twice, once just about the left ear, and the other in front of and near the lower end of the ear. She fell backward toward the east her shoulders striking the wall; throwing her head forward her chin resting on her breast, then he shot her again down through the top of the head the bullet coming out of her neck on the right side serving her jugular vein. The feeling in the neighborhood where the crime was committed, is intense and had Conner not been taken away so quickly it is claimed he would have been lynched. Friday 24 April 1908

Died on Saturday night, April 11, 1908, Mrs. Susan Beaman, at the home of her son, D.L. Beaman north of town. Deceased was born in Boone county, Missouri Jan. 30, 1832, and was 76 years, two months and eleven days of age at the time of her death. Funeral services were held at the Dry Creek M.E. church Monday at 2 o’clock conducted by the pastor Rev. J.F. Hageman after which the remains were entered in Bartley Cemetery. Friday 24 April 1908

James McClung, Sr., died at the home of his son Frank in Wyoming, Tuesday. Mr. McClung has been in very poor health for some time and went west a short time ago in hopes of the change being beneficial. The body will arrive home on No. 14 this evening and the funeral will be held tomorrow. Friday 8 May 1908

Mrs. John Schneider of St. Ann died Wednesday morning at 2 o’clock, of pneumonia. She leaves a husband and eleven children to mourn her loss. The oldest is eighteen and the youngest a babe of seven months. The funeral services were held at St. Ann yesterday morning. Interment in St. Ann cemetery. The family have a large circle of friends who sympathize with them in their sad bereavement. Culbertson Banner Friday 8 May 1908

Mrs. Fred Schwartz-Mrs. Fred Schwartz, who resided about six miles southwest of town on the Driftwood, died, Monday, May 4, aged 22 years, after an illness of about seven weeks. Anna M. Myers, was born in Hall county, and moved with her husband to this county a few months ago. The funeral took place from the home Tuesday, Rev. Carman officiating, interment in Riverview cemetery. Her widowed mother and a brother from Sheridan county were present at the funeral. A husband and babe have the deep sympathy of all in their bereavement. Friday 8 May 1908

Death of Mrs. Carrie Mitchell-Mrs. Carrie P. Mitchell, mother of E.J. Mitchell, one of the proprietors of The Republican died at the residence of her daughter, Mrs. May Evans, wife of Bruce R. Evans in Sedalia, Missouri Wednesday evening, May 20, 1908, aged 70 years. She has been in ill health for some time but was not considered dangerously ill until Sunday. She became worse that night and a telegram was sent to E.J. Mitchell Monday morning and he left that day for Sedalia arriving there Tuesday. She was conscious until the end came. Mrs. Mitchell is well known in this county having lived in Tyrone precinct for several years, moving from there to Indianola, where he husband died, then moving to this city. She was a lady of exemplary character, and has many friends wherever she has lived. She leaves two children. E.J. Mitchell of this city and Mrs. Bruce B. Evans of Sedalia, Missouri. Funeral services were held in Sedalia yesterday and her remains were brought to Indianola today to be laid by those of her husband. Friday 22 May 1908

Mrs. Kennedy Dead-Mrs. Ira Kennedy, whose home is in Valley Grange precinct, died early this morning at the home of her father J.E. Terrill in this city of consumption. She leaves a husband and two children, about 3 and 5 years of age. The heartfelt sympathy of all are extended to the bereaved. Friday 29 May 1908

Sad Death-Monday morning Jacob Crocker of Driftwood precinct who was suffering from mental derangement for about two weeks committed suicide by jumping into a well 150 feet deep. He was brought to town last Saturday and stopped at the Commercial hotel. Sunday he went to early mass at St. Patrick’s church and then went home. He was not thought to be dangerous but he was to be brought in Monday for examination before the insanity board. Deceased was born in Austria 48 years ago. He leaves a widow and seven children. His financial condition was good and his family well provided for. Funeral services were held in St. Patrick’s church in this city Tuesday afternoon. Friday 5 June 1908

Baby Burney Dies-The infant child of Mr. and Mrs. G. L. Burney died this afternoon at 12:30. Its short life has been a struggle for existence but all efforts to aid it were unsuccessful. The sincere sympathy of everyone goes out to the bereaved ones in their affliction. Friday 5 June 1908

Edward Cain Dies-Edward, son of Mr. and Mrs. Frank Cain, died yesterday morning after an illness of two weeks. The young man was eighteen years old. This is the second death in the family in the past two weeks, and the heartfelt sympathy of all is extended them in their time of sorrow. Friday 3 July 1908

Mrs. Anna Eliza Branscom aged 75 years, died Tuesday morning at 6 o’clock after an illness of over a year. The funeral services were held at the house that evening Rev. G.B. Hawkes officiating. Deceased was born in North Carolina. Her husband and several children survive her. Friday 10 July 1908

Alma Brenning, aged 9 months, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Jacob Brenning, died Tuesday morning. The funeral services were held Wednesday afternoon. Friday 10 July 1908

Committed Suicide-Mat Uhren, a young farmer living three miles northeast of Perry, committed suicide Thursday morning by shooting himself through the head. The young man had been despondent several days over an unsuccessful love affair, and it is supposed that is what caused him to commit the deed. Friday 10 July 1908

Death of A.R. Hammell-A.R. Hammell, a farmer residing seven miles southeast of this place, died at an early hour Wednesday morning after four days of intense suffering from inflammation of some internal organs, aged 57 years. He leaves two children, a son, John and Mrs. Fowler, both married and residing in this county. The wife died five years ago. The funeral services were held in the Baptist church here Wednesday afternoon, Rev. Burton officiating. Interment in the city cemetery by the side of his wife. A large number of friends were present and the sympathy of all is extended to the bereaved ones. Mr. Hammell was an honorable, enterprising citizen who had many friends. Friday 7 August 1908

Thomas G. Barnes, one of the oldest residents of Findley township, died at his home in Grove City on Sabbath, after a brief illness. He was born in 1832, on the farm in Findley township where he spent the greater part of his life, now owned and occupied by his son Edward. He was the second son of James and Margaret Vincent Barnes, and a nephew of the late George C. Vincent, L.L.D., founder of Westminster College. He was a life long member of the United Presbyterian church, and was a ruling elder in Springfield congregation for forty five years. Three sons and one daughter survive, John A., James E., Edward G., all of Findley and Mrs. A.W. Gildersleeve, of Centertown. Three brothers are living, James, of McCook, Nebraska, Samuel of Grove City and Rev. Robert W., Tarkio, Mo. Since 1895 he had made his home in Grove City. No man in his home community, or the town where he lived later, was more highly respected. He was sincere, upright and conscientious in all his dealings with men and religion was a living thing. He had done his work, and had held his place, and was not afraid to die. Mercer (Pa.) Dispatch Friday 14 August 1908

Sunday La Verne, infant son of Mr. and Mrs. Jay Coffey, aged 10 months died of cholera infantum. Funeral services were held Monday afternoon and the remains of the little one was interred in Longview cemetery. The sympathy of the community is extended to the bereaved parents. Friday 21 August 1908

The little four months old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. T.J. Cain died Monday morning at their home in West McCook of spinal meningitis. Services were held at the house Tuesday afternoon. The bereft parents have the sympathy of all in their sorrow. Friday 21 August 1908

Clarence, the little son of Mr. and Mrs. George Gilbert, aged seven months, died Tuesday of cholera infantum. The bereaved parents have the sympathy of all in their affliction. Friday 28 August 1908

The little daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Miller, aged eight months, died at the home of Mrs. Miller’s father, G. Klemp, near Ash Creek Tuesday. The mother was taken to a hospital in Omaha Saturday and was accompanied by her husband. The parents were notified by telegram. Friday 4 September 1908

The little daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Ed Kates, of Lincoln, who has been sick for several months died at their home Wednesday, aged about one year. The remains were brought here last night. The funeral services were held this morning at the home of Mrs. Kates’ parents, Mr. and Mrs. T.B. Campbell, and the body interred in Longview cemetery. The sincere sympathy of everyone is extended to the afflicted parents and sorrowing relatives. Friday 18 September 1908

William Relph’s Death-After an illness of almost five, years suffering from severe strokes of paralyses during that time, William Relph, died at his home in Cedar Bluffs, Kansas, Saturday September 19, 1908, aged 69 years. The funeral services were held in the church at Cedar Bluffs the following Monday. H.H. Berry of this city, an old friend and comrade, officiating, and was buried in the cemetery at that place under the auspices of the G.A.R. Post of Danbury of which he was a member. William Relph was born in Center county, Pennsylvania, July 19, 1839. He was 69 years and 2 months old. He was married to Rebecca Jane Adams in West Plains, Tippecapoe county, Indiana, June 1, 1861. Ten children were born to them, six daughters and four sons, nine of the children surviving together with the wife. The eldest daughter is buried in Gerver precinct, where she died February 16, 1883. Seven of the children and between 40 and 50 grandchildren attended the funeral. Deceased came to Red Willow county in 1879 and was Gerver’s first soldier. He moved across the state line into Kansas, three years ago, locating in Cedar Bluffs. He was first stricken with paralysis five years ago, and has since suffered similarly four times. He was a member of the Methodist church. Served in Union army and was wounded at Chattanooga. He was a man of sterling character, the hardy pioneer stock. Friday 2 October 1908

Mrs. Jacob’s Death-Mrs. Charles H. Jacobs died at her home three and a half miles southwest of this city, Sunday, October 18, after a long and painful illness. Anna E. Stone was born in Cleveland, Ohio, April 15, 1855, and was married to Charles H. Jacobs in 1872. They have lived here a number of years and she was highly esteemed by all who knew her. Six children, beside her husband, survive her. They are: Mrs. T. Myers and Mrs. F.L. Barr of Culbertson; R.S. Jacobs of Denver; and Keith, Kenneth and Florence who live at home. The funeral services were held Monday at the Baptist church, of which she was a member. Rev. E. Huron officiating and her remains were interred in Longview cemetery. The services were attended by a large number of friends and neighbors, many driving in from the country through a heavy rain. The sympathy of the community is extended to the bereaved family. Friday 23 October 1908

Death of Mrs. Williams-Mrs. L.L. Williams passed away last evening at 9 o’clock at the family home on Second Av., after an illness of two years. The deceased was 66 years old. She leaves to mourn her loss a husband, a son, A.L. Williams and a daughter, Mrs. A.P. Bonnot, both of this city. The funeral will be held Monday afternoon at 3 o’clock from the residence. The Rev. P.H. Linley officiating. Interment will be a Forest Hill cemetery. Before her death Mrs. Williams requested that friends should not send flowers. Mrs. Williams was born at Leroy Lake, Ohio, Oct. 23rd, 1842. In 1865 she was married to Mr. L.L. Williams and they moved to Augusta in 1869. In 1884 they moved to Eau Claire where they have since resided. Eau Claire, Wis. Telegram, Sat. Oct. 31. Mrs. Williams visited in McCook while her daughter, Mrs. Bonnot lived here and made many friends among those who met her. And the friends of Mrs. Bonnot sympathize with her in her sorrow. Friday 6 November 1908

Another Gone-Joseph Dudek, one of the prosperous old settlers of Bondville precinct, about 6 miles east of this city died Tuesday, November 10, 1908, aged 70 years, of asthma. Joseph Dudek was born in Bohemia December 2, 1838. When 18 years of age he came to this country and located in Johnson county, Iowa, where he afterward was married to Francis Horak. Of this union there were twelve children born, seven of whom survive him. With his family he moved to this county in 1879, and homesteaded and proved up on the place where he died. His wife died the next year after they came here. In 1882 he married Eliza Phillippi. He was highly esteemed by everyone who knew him, an honest, conscientious neighbor, and a good husband and father. His kindly, genial presence will be missed in his neighborhood and this city. The funeral services were held in the Methodist church in this city yesterday noon, Rev. M.B. Carman officiated and his body interred in Riverview cemetery. The sincere sympathy of all are extended to the bereaved family in their sorrow. Friday 13 November 1908

Death of David Rittenhouse-David H. Rittenhouse, a former well known farmer near Cedar Bluffs who sold out and moved to California a few years ago, died at Danbury Saturday while on his way back to California from a visit at his boyhood home in Virginia. He leaves a wife to mourn his loss. The funeral services were conducted by Rev. Miller at the M.E. church Sunday. The I.O.O.F. lodge of Danbury, (of which he was a member) assisted by the lodges of Lebanon and Cedar Bluffs, conducted the remains to the Danbury cemetery where the last sad rites were rendered to their departed brother as he was laid to his final resting place. Friday 13 November 1908

Old Settler Dead-James H. Everist, father of W.F. Everist of this city, died at his home in Bellingham, Washington, Tuesday, November 3, 1908, from the effects of a paralytic stroke, with which he was suddenly afflicted four weeks previous to his death. The day of his death Frank received a letter from him stating that he was improving, and he must have had a sudden relapse. The deceased was born in Kentucky 72 years ago. He was married January 1, 1857 to Sarah Truman in Iowa and they moved to this county in the fall of 1879. She died at their home on the Beaver about thirteen years ago, eight children, seven sons and a daughter survive them. Mr. Everist was married again about eleven years ago, and his wife survives him. Mr. and Mrs. Everist moved to Oklahoma about nine years ago and moved from there to Washington a year and a half ago. The sympathy of all friends are extended to the family. Friday 13 November 1908

Obituary-Virginia Belle, the youngest daughter of Mr. and Mrs. G.S. Scott, died Sunday morning about one o’clock of an acute form of croup. She was born in this city September 28, 1903 Virginia while always a child of small stature had always been well and was full of energy and life. Her disposition and face was as bright as a sunbeam on a cloudless summer morning, and was a loveable, innocent child that drew all who saw her sweet face to her. All who knew her loved her, and her short life was as happy and sweet as it was short and pure, making the parting to her devoted relatives one of the bitterest of life. The funeral services were held at the home Tuesday afternoon, and was largely attended, Rev. E. Burton, pastor of the Baptist church officiated, assisted by Revs. G.B. Hawkes and M.B. Carman. A mixed quartette sang appropriate hymns. The pall bearers were selected from the high school band of which Mr. Scott is director. The band attended in a body. Her remains were laid to rest in Longview cemetery. Friday 4 December 1908

Called to Rest-Mrs. Mary E. Babcock, widow of the late Charles F. Babcock died last Friday night, December 4, 1908, aged 61 years, at the home of her brother-in-law, Judson Babcock, in Cambridge, Nebraska. For some time her health had been failing, and, being able to care for herself, though many kind friends here willingly ministered to her wants, she went to her relatives about three weeks before at their earnest solicitation. She continued growing weaker rapidly until the end came a week ago. Mary E. Wygant was born in Plattsburg, New York, in 1847. At the age of 8 she joined the Congregational church, and has been a consistent Christian throughout her life. She was united in marriage to Charles F. Babcock January 17, 1876, in Chicago, Illinois, and then went to Little Rock, Arkansas, where they took up their residence. In 1880 they moved to this state and settled on a ranch near Cambridge. They moved to Indianola about a year later, and came to this city in 1882 shortly after the town had been laid out. Mrs. Babcock was one of the charter members of the Congregational church of this city, and has always been a member since. Mrs. Babcock was a woman of many excellent and lovable traits, and her friends were numbered by her acquaintances, many of whom will long remember her. She is survived by one brother, James G. Wygant, of Dennison, Iowa, who was present at the funeral. The funeral services were held at the home of Mr. J. Babcock, in Cambridge Sunday afternoon at 2 o’clock, her pastor Rev. G.B. Hawkes of McCook, officiating and assisted by Rev. Alexander Simpson, of Cambridge, and her remains interred by the side of her husband in the cemetery at that place. A number of citizens of this place attended the funeral services. Friday 11 December 1908

Richard E. Hatcher-Richard E. Hatcher, one of our prominent farmers and stockmen residing in the Red Willow neighborhood, died suddenly of heart failure about five o’clock Tuesday morning. His wife noticed that he was breathing heavily and tried to rouse him, failing she called Ora and Paul, the two boys at home, to her assistance. They succeeded in raising him to a sitting position, but he passed away without awakening. The oldest daughter, Miss Claudia, our county superintendent, was away visiting schools, and the eldest son, Archie, who resides on a neighboring farm, was attending court as a juror. They were at once notified and arrived home in a few hours. Richard Hatcher was a kind father, an enterprising citizen and his friends were many. The news of his sudden death comes as a shock to all. He was about 50 years old, and moved to this county from Seward in 1885. He leaves a wife and a family of five children. Two daughters, Miss Claudia; and Hazel now Mrs. Gus Kryder, living in Pender; three sons: Archie, Ora and Paul. The funeral will take place from the Christian church in Indianola, Saturday at 11 a.m. The funeral cortege will leave the home at 9 o’clock. Rev. M.B. Carman of this place will preach the sermon. The funeral will be in charge of the A.O.C.W. and M.W. of A. Friday 11 December 1908