A Matrimonial Trio-Wednesday, February 23, at high noon Mr. Earl Zicafoose and Miss Dora Swartz were united in marriage at the home of the bride’s parents, Mr. and Mrs. Francis I. Swartz, Rev. Bryant Howe officiating. The ceremony was performed in the presence of about twenty-five guests. After congratulations a splendid dinner was served. Mr. and Mrs. Zicafoose will make their home on a farm about eight miles southwest of McCook. Friday 24 February 1910

Saturday morning, February 19, Mr. Albert C. Woodress and Miss Cora E. Stinnett, both of Denver, were joined in marriage at the M.E. parsonage in this city. They came down on No. 2 and 9 being late, they were able to return a few minutes after the ceremony. Mr. Woodress is engaged in business in the mountain city. Friday 24 February 1910

Mr. Charles H. Hageman and Miss Anna J. Young were united in marriage at the M.E. parsonage, Tuesday evening at six o’clock. They have both been in and around McCook for some years, and are well and favorably known by a host of people, who wish them every blessing as they start traveling the path of life together. They expect to being housekeeping at once on a farm southwest of McCook. Friday 24 February 1910

Coppel-Eggeling-One of the largest church weddings held here for a number of years was solemnized at the German Evangelical Lutheran church, Friday morning at 10 o’clock, where occurred the marriage of Miss Adelia Eggeling of the south side and Mr. Fred Coppel of Perry. The ceremony was performed by the Rev. Myers of Arapahoe according to the impressive rites of the Lutheran church. The bride looked very charming and happy in a beautiful princess dress of white satin and lace with the bridal veil fastened by a wreath of flowers. The attendants were Misses Thresla Coppel and Anna Eggeling. After the ceremony at the church the bridal party and guests went to the home of the bride’s parents, Mr. and Mrs. Fred Eggeling where a reception was held and an elaborate wedding dinner and supper was served. Over a hundred invitations were issued. Mr. and Mrs. Coppel received many beautiful and elegant presents as tokens of love from their many friends. The happy couple will live on a farm of the groom’s which is located near Perry. The Banner extends congratulations. Friday 17 March 1910

A Quiet Home Wedding-Last Sunday evening, at the home of Dispatcher and Mrs. T.B. Campbell, Miss Ruth G. Campbell and Mr. Thomas Frank Humphries were quietly united in marriage in the presence of the immediate members of the family and a very few close friends. Rev. R.T. Bayne of the Congregational church performed the ceremony. A wedding supper was served after the ceremony and the young couple took number 14 the same evening for their future temporary home near Monrovia, Kansas. The bride is the charming daughter of Dispatcher and Mrs. Campbell and is a genuine daughter of McCook, having been born in this city. She counts a wide circle of dear friends in this city. The groom is a Burlington fireman highly esteemed by his fellow fireman and by the company for his sterling worth and efficiency in the service. He temporarily retires from the service, taking a long layoff, and for the present will reside on the parental farm in Kansas. The Tribune voices the sentiment of many in wishing them much happiness and prosperity. Friday 24 March 1910

Evans-Wray-Rev. Bryant Howe of the Methodist church officiated, at Saturday afternoon, at the wedding of Morris M. Evans and Miss Ruth Wray, at the parsonage. The groom lives near Thornburg, Frontier county, and the bride has been making McCook her home. Their future home will be on a ranch near Thornburg post office. Friday 28 April 1910

A Double Wedding-On June 1, at high noon, at the home of James L. Campbell of the Osburn precinct, Mr. Charles A. Campbell and Miss Anna May Peterson and Mr. Raymond Peterson and Miss Nellie Campbell were joined in the holy bonds of matrimony by Rev. W.. J. Miller of Danbury according to the M.E. ritual. The brides were both very becomingly dressed in cream French satin and carried shower bouquets of carnations. After the ceremony the guests to the number of about one hundred sat down to a sumptuous repast which made the table groan with its feast of good things, and it is rumored that some of the guests groaned too, after dinner. The newly married couples were the recipients of many useful presents and an abundance of good wishes from their many friends. Friday 2 June 1910

Green-Wiley-Last Sunday, at the home of the bride in Wauneta, Mr. John W. Green and Miss Merle M. Wiley were united in marriage, Rev. C.M. McCorkle, pastor of the Methodist church of the place, officiating. It was a quiet family affair, only the members of the respective families and a few close friends witnessing the happy event. The bride is an estimable young lady of Wauneta and the groom a son of Cashier R.A. Green of the Citizens National Bank of McCook, and is the assistant cashier of the Wauneta falls Bank. The young folks at once went to housekeeping in the stirring little burg at the falls of the Frenchman with the good wishes and congratulations of many friends. Mr. Green and family of our city attended the wedding, making the journey up and back in an automobile. The Tribune desires to be named with those wishing the young folks much joy and a prosperous journey. Friday 15 September 1910

Grieninger-Porter-Mr. Charles E. Grieninger and Miss Daisy Belle Porter were united in marriage, Tuesday of this week, at the home of the bride in Juniata, Nebraska. The groom is well known here, being in the Burlington transportation service. Friday 22 September 1910

Haag-Gillen-Mr. Joseph Haag and Miss Gertrude, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Peter Gillen, were married at ten o’clock, Wednesday morning, in St. Patrick’s church of this city, a large company of friends, neighbors and relatives witnessing the solemn ceremony. A reception at the Gillen home followed the ceremony in the church. At this reception a large company participated in an elaborate and hearty affair. Friday 27 October 1910

The Haag-Gillen Wedding-At the Haag-Gillen wedding of last week Wednesday, Miss Anna Haag and Miss Carrie Gillen were the bridesmaids. Albert Gillen and John Haag were groomsmen. Miss Ida Haag was ring bearer. The bride was handsomely gowned in white satin; the groom wore conventional black. The bride carried a handsome bouquet of white roses, the bridesmaids bouquets of pink roses. After the ceremony there was spread at the Gillen home a great wedding dinner, which was followed by a dance. A large company enjoyed this festal celebration, and joined in wishing the young couple much joy and prosperity. Friday 3 November 1910

Davis-Asten-Last evening at the home of Mr. and Mrs. P.P. Davis in our city occurred the wedding of their son Mr. Annan Clay Davis and Miss Blanche Eugene Asten, sister of Mrs. Charles W. Kelley, Rev. A.J.R. Goldsmith of the Episcopal church performing the ceremony in the presence of only near relatives of the contracting parties. After the ceremony was spread a dainty luncheon. The young couple were handsomely remembered with gifts. They will occupy a suite of rooms in the Walsh block. The Tribune offers its congratulations and well wishes to the most excellent young people for a happy and prosperous life. Friday 10 November 1910

Married-At the M.E. parsonage in McCook, Saturday, December 24, 1910, Mr. Earl Long, of McCook, and Miss Ruth Elizabeth Escher of McCook, were united in marriage, L.E. Lewis, pastor of the M.E. church, officiating. These young people are known to the McCook people who wish them a very happy voyage over life’s seas. May rich blessings and prosperity attend them on their journey. Friday 29 December 1910

Married-At the home of Mr. and Mrs. Blanchard, 607 East fourth street, McCook, Neb., December 25, 1910, at 12:30 Mr. Walter Godwin of Sidney, Iowa and Miss Nellie Blanchard of Blanco, Colo, were united in marriage in the presence of a few relatives and friends. A sumptuous Christmas dinner was served and a very merry Christmas it was to all present. L.E. Lewis, pastor of the M.E. church of McCook, was the presiding minister. Mr. and Mrs. Godwin left on Wednesday for Sidney, Iowa, where they will spend New Year’s with his people and in which place they will make their home. May their lives be filled with sunshine and joy. Friday 29 December 1910

Engineer Koll Buried Here-The remains of William Koll were brought here, last Saturday, from Republican City, and interment was made in Riverview cemetery. This closes a tragic life. Koll was terribly burned, November 27th, we are informed, in an accident near Salt Lake City, Utah, which finally resulted in his death. The remains were first taken to this home in Republican City, where services were conducted. Quite a large delegation of neighbors, friends and relatives accompanied the body here from Republican City. Deceased leaves wife and one daughter, who was severely injured some years since on her father’s engine, while he was then employed as a Burlington engineman. The family is well known here, and they have the deepest sympathy of all in this last sorrow. Friday 3 February 1910

Invalid of Many Months Dies-Mrs. Henry Brumgard, of South McCook, who has been ill for many months, and confined to her home since an operation in Lincoln some time ago, passed away Saturday night. Deceased was 55 years of age. Services were held in the German congregational church, Monday afternoon, conducted by Rev. Gustav Henkelmann, after which burial was made in Riverview cemetery. Friday 17 Feb 1910

Passed to His Reward-In the death, last Sunday afternoon about three o’clock, of Mr. I.F. Clapp, there passed to his reward a Christian gentleman of the truest type, a grand old man to know whom was an inspiration. His life rang true. Since early boyhood he has been an earnest and efficient worker in the Congregational church. Since his son, H.C. Clapp has resided here, the father and his most estimable wife have made frequent visits in McCook, and all who met them were warm and admiring friends. Their last visit covered over a year’s time in the hope that Nebraska sunshine might stay his failing health. But such was not to be the happy result. For some weeks it has been too evident that the end could not much longer be averted. Brief service was conducted, Sunday evening, about ten o’clock at the son’s home, from which the remains were afterwards conveyed to train 6 for shipment to the old home in Allegan, Mich., for burial. H.C. Clapp accompanied his mother with the remains. The pall bearers were Messrs. R.D. Rodgers, W.W. McMillen, F.M. Kimmell, Emerson Hanson, Albert McMillen, T.B. Campbell. The home funeral was conducted in the Allegan Congregational church on Wednesday afternoon at two o’clock. The sorrow ones all have tenderest sympathy of many McCook hearts. I.F. Clapp was born near Allegan, Michigan, in 1838. In 1862 was married to Delora Sherwood. He lived in Allegan the 48 years of their married life and for 40 years was a businessman of that city. Departed is survived by his wife and two sons, Dr. F.C. Clapp of Grand Rapids, Michigan, and H.C. Clapp of our city. Friday 3 March 1910

Death of Little John Real-Every heart goes out to Frank Real in the death of his eldest child and only son, John, who passed away, early Monday morning, at the Catholic school at York. Mr. Real visited John about two weeks ago; the little fellow was not well then, but it was thought to be only a cold. The next day after the father returned home, pneumonia set in and the father returned to York and remained with the little sufferer to the end, which no skill could avert. The remains were brought home, Monday night, and on Wednesday morning at ten o’clock, Requiem High Mass was held in St. Patrick’s church, conducted by Rev. Wm. Patton and his assistants, after which interment followed in Calvary. There were many beautiful flowers. John would have been nine years old in May. Friday 17 March 1910

Death of Grandma Odell-Mrs. Eliza Odell, mother of Mrs. B. F. Olcott and Elza Odell of our city, died, about nine o’clock, Tuesday night, at the home of her daughter, in this city. The other child, E.C. Odell of Brooklyn, Iowa, arrived in the city a few minutes before the last, but the aged mother was not conscious. The departed was born in Ohio, April 17, 1832, hence was almost 78 years of age. The remains were shipped, last night, to Brooklyn, Iowa, for burial. Grandma Odell was a woman of earnest Christian character and passes on to her reward. Friday 14 April 1910

Obituary-Teddie C. Cain was born in Indiana, August 1, 1885. Died in McCook, Saturday April 30, 1910. He was married to Miss Clara Higgins, June, 1907. To this union was born one child, Chester Teddie, aged 15 months. He was living on a farm at North Platte at the time that he was hurt by a horse, an injury from which he never recovered. He was brought up by Catholic parents, and was baptized as a Catholic before his death at his request. On account of the opposition of his wife’s folks the remains were taken to the Methodist church and were afterwards buried in Longview cemetery. He leaves many friends in McCook, to mourn for him, for he was a good and true boy to his parents, and a kind and loving husband to his wife, who will ever cherish his memory. He leaves a father, mother, sister and brother to mourn his loss. While they all feel deeply afflicted, they feel that he is at rest with God, and they all trust to see their dear one some time. He is laid to rest near his three brothers and one sister, who rest in peace in adjoining Calvary cemetery. Communicated. Friday 5 May 1910

Death of Henry H. Pickens-The Tribune has but brief news of the death of one of Red Willow county’s early settlers, Henry H. Pickens. His serious condition has been known for some time and his death was not unexpected. Death claimed him, Monday of last week, April 25th, at Escalon, California, and his remains were laid in Oakdale cemetery near that place on April 27th. This paper has for a quarter of a century accounted the departed one of its choicest friends. Something like two years since he and his estimable and devoted wife moved to California in the hope of improving their health and lengthening the span of life in that more genial climate, but in his case it was not to be so, and the seeds already sown soon blossomed in death. We have not at hand at this writing data of an accurate sort, but in a general way the late H.H. Pickens has been identified with the early settlement and development of Red Willow county, having lived more than quarter century on a farm a few miles southeast of McCook. He was one of the early commissioners of the county. He was a man of staunch ideals and a friends of finest fiber. He is survived by a wife whose devotion to her husband has been an inspiration to all who have had the pleasure of their friendship. The Tribune freely adds its deep and genuine sympathy for the bereaved. Friday 5 May 1910

Red Willow-Owens Longnecker was laid away in the Indianola cemetery on Saturday morning. Funeral sermon by L.B. Cox. Mrs. Roush and little John Longnecker came down to the funeral. Mrs. and Mrs. John Burtless, Annie and Mrs. L.J. Burtless attended the funeral of Owens Longnecker, and called to see Mrs. Longnecker. Friday 2 June 1910

Jasper S. Phillips-was born in Marion county, Indiana, February 13, 1854, and departed this life at his home in Indianola, May 19, 1910, aged 56 years, 3 months and 6 days. Funeral services were conducted at the home, Rev. Allen D. Burress of the Methodist church officiating, assisted by Rev. Leslie B. Cox of the Christian church. The body was laid to rest in the Indianola cemetery. The deceased was united in matrimony, May 10, 1877, to Miss Louisa Connelly of Manchester, Ohio. To this union there was born seven children. These survive his wife, Louisa, three children, Mrs. Hazel Deffer, Glen and Marjorie; a brother, Wilber, and a sister, Mrs. Amanda Drake of Muncie, Indiana. In the spring of 1879, Mr. Phillips moved to Indianola, Nebraska, where he has resided permanently, excepting one year’s residence in Missouri. He was one of Indianola’s pioneer business men, alert and enterprising. While in the beginning of his career in Indianola, as a contractor and builder associated in partnership with his constant friend, Robert H. Thomas, he constructed the first dwelling house in Indianola, and the first court house and first bank building in Red Willow county. Since then his avocations have been diverse; dealing in hardware and furniture, practicing law, and editing the Indianola Courier and the Indianola Reporter. At the time of his death he was proprietor of the People’s store, in connection with which he conducted an undertaking business. Mr. Phillips was an earnest faithful worker in the church and Sunday school and will be missed by those who were associated with him in the work.-Indianola Reporter. Friday 2 June 1910

Red Willow’s Oldest Settler-Mr. McCarthy, father of Mrs. D. Magner and Mrs. Helmer, died on Tuesday morning, aged 92 years. Services were held in St. Patrick’s Catholic church, this morning, and burial followed in Calvary cemetery beside his wife. Mr. and Mrs. Helmer have been assisting Mrs. Magner for some time in caring for the departed who has been helpless for a long while. Friday 2 June 1910

Dies in the Harness-Rev. E.R. Earle of St. Alban’s Chapel Answers a Sudden Summons on Tuesday Afternoon-Heart Disease Cause of Death- The people of McCook were profusely touched and surprised, Tuesday afternoon, by news of the death of Rev. E.R. Earle, rector of St. Alban’s Episcopal church of our city, who passed away in his room at the residence of William Jeffries on Main avenue at about three o’clock. Mrs. Earle was with an ailing aged father in Arapahoe at the time, and his death became known about 3:30 o’clock, through a member of the household, who summoned physicians, who announced life departed. Rev. Earle was born in South Carolina, February 2, 1848. The marriage with his first wife occurred in Syracuse, New York. She died in Omaha, about nine years since. There were no children to this union. October 18, 1905, he was united in marriage with Miss Ella Davis of Arapahoe, who survives him, as do three brothers and one sister living in the east. Rev. Earle has been in charge of the work of the Episcopal church in this part of Nebraska for the past nine or ten years, making his headquarters at Arapahoe until two or three years since, when he made McCook his residence. He has been an indefatigable worker, and accumulated a wide circle of admiring friends within and without the church of his choice and love. Although he has been afflicted more or less during the past year or so with heart trouble, he was uncomplaining and has been vigorously pushing their rectory enterprise, upon which work had just begun. The remains may be viewed by the public in St. Alban’s church, Thursday from 10 to 12 and 2 to 7, and on Friday from 8 to 12 o’clock. The funeral services will be held in the chapel at 2 o’clock, Friday afternoon, priests from three or four parishes in the diocese officiating. The Tribune adds its sympathy to the bereaved wife and the sorrowing church. Friday 16 June 1910

Mrs. Nick Hoffman-Last Thursday evening at 8:30 o’clock, Mrs. Olive Silvia Hoffman, wife of Nick Hoffman, passed away after an attack of some duration of pneumonia, at the residence corner of lst street east and C street. Deceased leaves a husband and one small child. Was 24 years of age. The remains were shipped, Friday evening, to Republican City, their former home, for interment. Friday 16 June 1910

Meets Death in Sand Pit- The sand pit, two miles west of McCook, last Friday morning, was the scene of a tragedy in which the life of S.L. Wells was snuffed out in a second. He was employed by W.B. McClain in hauling sand to the city, and while in the pit at work loading a wagon was struck by tons of dirt falling from an overhanging bank and killed. His body was badly crushed and bruised by the weight and fall of the earth and one leg was fractured in two places. N.B. Silvers, also in quest of sand, found the main in the pit and summoning help, dug the body out, but life was extinct. The remains were viewed at the pit by Dr. J.D. Hare, whose finding is herewith appended, together with the certificate of County Attorney Dodge: Coroner’s Verdict:, State of Nebraska, Red Willow county, I, J.D. Hare, do hereby certify, that I am a practicing physician and surgeon, of McCook, Red Willow county, Nebraska, that I made a personal inspection of the dead body of S.L. Wells, also of the surroundings, and find from personal observation and inquiry that the said S.L. Wells came to his death on the 10th day of June, 1910, two miles west of McCook, Red Willow county, Nebraska by accidentally being caught under several tons of dirt, which came from overhanging bank. The body was found severely bruised, the right leg being broken, both below and above the knee, and life was extinct. J.D. Hare, M.D. State of Nebraska, Red Willow county, I, Sidney Dodge, do hereby certify that I an county attorney in and for Red Willow county, Nebraska, and that there is no coroner or sheriff in the county at present, and that the foregoing statement of J.D. Hare is true. Sidney Dodge, County Attorney. The young man’s father came down from Wray, Friday evening, and returned home with the body, the same night. Burial took place in Wray. Friday 16 June 1910

Mr. and Mrs. B.R. Askey of South McCook mourn the death of their infant son, Tuesday, the 21st. Rev. Francis James of the Baptist church conducted brief services at the home Wednesday morning at ten o’clock, after which the remains were laid away in Riverview cemetery, Friday 23 June 1910

Nellie E. Mills of 104 Hollister street, Grand Rapids, Michigan, was born in Austinburg, Ohio, and received her education at a Congregational Seminary at that place. She was united in marriage to David Mills, a pioneer farmer and merchant of Hadley, Michigan, where she lived many years. Four children were born to this union, one passing on in infancy, Alice passing on in young womanhood; two survive her, Mrs. John Stewart of Grand Rapids, Mich., and Willard B. Mills of McCook, Neb., also two grandchildren; Alice and Helen Stewart. Her husband having passed on while the children were small, the care and responsibility of raising the children was left to the mother, who spent her life endeavoring to promote their best interest. Mrs. Mills moved to Grand Rapids twelve years ago and soon after began building her fine home which she loved to share with her children and friends as opportunity permitted and where it was great satisfaction to have her children with her during her last long illness. Mrs. Mills united with the Park Congregational church in 1899 and was a devoted member, also an active member of the East Side Ladies’ literacy club. Mrs. Mills was an active artist and painted many beautiful pictures in oil and water colors. Her death occurred June 8th, 1910, brief services were held at her late residence and further services in M.E. church at Hadley, Mich., interment following in the cemetery there beside the loved ones gone before and in the presence of many relatives and friends. Friday 30 June 1910

Henry F. Tomblin-A Brief Biography and Obituary of an Early Settler of S.W. Nebraska-Henry F. Tomblin was born in Carleton, N.Y. March 22nd 1835, and died in McCook, Nebraska July 11th, 1910. From early youth to young manhood he farmed in the state of New York. Was united in marriage to Josephine Parsons, Feb. 27th, 1861; from this union were born three children, all of whom survive him: Mrs. J.F. Forbes, McCook, Neb., Mr. F.F. Tomblin, Denver, and Earl C. Tomblin of Beatrice, Neb. Mr. Tomblin moved from New York state to Emerson, Iowa, in 1873, engaging in the lumber and hardware business; from Emerson later on moving to Indianola, Neb., in April 1880, having located a homestead in the near vicinity. From Indianola he again moved to Arapahoe, Neb., where residence was maintained for many years. He entered the service of the U.S. as a private in Co. D, 151st regiment of the state of New York, on President Lincoln’s first call for volunteers, serving throughout the entire war, and was regularly mustered out at the close. He was part of that great body of soldiery which was with General Sherman in his first historic “March to the sea”. Shortly after the close of war he was duly converted and became a communicant of the Presbyterian church of Carleton, N.Y.,. his wife having been a member of that body for many years previous. After locating in Arapahoe, Neb., Mr. and Mrs. Tomblin affiliated with the M.E. body of that place, later on being taken into regular communion and fellowship. On moving to Denver some two years since, membership was transferred to Grant Avenue M.E. church of Denver, with which body he was a consistent member until the end came. Mr. Tomblin was an unobtrusive, unostentatious, conscientious type of man; a true exemplar of the God fearing American citizen. Ever loyal to his friends, and charitable towards those who differed from him, in either conduct or opinional ; his character can be summed up in this terse expression: “He always rang true to the best that was in him.” Brief services were held at the Forbes residence, Tuesday afternoon, Rev. Bryant Howe in charge and Rev. R.T. Bayne assisting. The remains were taken on train 10, Tuesday evening, to Arapahoe, for interment, which occurred on Wednesday morning, after further simple services in charge of the Methodist pastor of that place. Fred F. Tomblin of Denver was in attendance upon the services. Members of J.K. Barnes post of this served as pall bearers to the train, Tuesday afternoon and members of the Arapahoe post acted as pall bearers at the burial in that city, Wednesday morning. Dr. J.A. Gunn and the late Henry F. Tomblin were prospectors in the Black Hills county thirty years ago. Friday 14 July 1910

Death Finally Claimed Her-Mrs. William S. Tomlinson Passes On After a Long Illness-The sympathy of this entire community goes out to Mr. William S. Tomlinson and the children in the death of Mrs. Tomlinson, which occurred at about 7 o’clock, Tuesday evening, after an illness of over seven months, during which time everything was done to restore her to health, which began to fail about the first of the year. All medical skill and faithful nursing and care proved futile and unavailing. Departed was a Christian woman of high character and esteemed by a large circle of neighbors and friends, and her death is a distinct and personal loss to many. Brief services were conducted at the home Wednesday afternoon, by Bishop Graves of the Episcopal church. Touching music was the offering of five girl friends of the daughter, Nina, namely, Miss Minnie Viersen, Miss Florence Rosebush, Miss Elsie Campbell, Miss Leah Pennell, Miss Hazel Merle. The departed is survived by her husband, one daughter Miss Nina, and one son Guy. Friday 4 Aug 1910

Death of Mrs. P. Cathcart-Drinks a Quantity of Carbolic Acid by Mistake and the Result is Fatal, Same Day- The death of Mrs. Perry Cathcart, last Sunday night, is one of the saddest particulars. They had threshers at the farm, end of last week, and worn down by the extra work, on Sunday morning, Mrs. Perry Cathcart drank what she thought was a portion of citrate of magnesia. It proved to be carbolic acid in a citrate of magnesia bottle. Mrs. Cathcart discovered her mistake before she swallowed the terrible acid, but not in time to escape inhaling into her lungs the deadly stuff. All was done promptly that could be done but to no purpose, and Sunday night she passed away. Services were held at the Corwin farm, southwest of the city, upon which the Cathcarts were tenants, Tuesday afternoon, after which the remains were brought to McCook, and interment was made in Longview cemetery. The departed was held in highest esteem by all who knew her, and these were many, as the family has lived in this city and country for many years, and her tragic and most sad death is a shock most keen to all. The Tribune offers the bereaved husband and children the tenderest sympathy of this community in their sorrow and greatest loss. The departed was a member of the Degree of Honor lodge at Danbury, and carried a policy of $2,000 in the order. The departed is survived by her husband, three daughters-Mrs. W. A. Cassell of McCook, Mrs. Ona Rush of Glenwood Springs, Colo., and Miss Irene Cathcart of our city; two sons, Rollo Cathcart of Colorado, and Ray Cathcart of McCook, all of whom were present at the funeral. Funeral services of the Episcopal church were conducted at the home by C. W. Barnes of this city. Mrs. Cathcart was born in Storey county, Iowa, May 19, 1860. Was united in marriage in 1876. Spent a large part of her life in southwestern Kansas, moving to McCook about eight years since. Friday 4 August 1910

Death Finally Claimed Her-Mrs. William S. Tomlinson Passes on after a Long Illness-The sympathy of this entire community goes out to Mr. William S. Tomlinson and the children in the death of Mrs. Tomlinson, which occurred at about 7 o’clock, Tuesday evening, after an illness of over seven months, during which time everything was done to restore her to health, which began to fail about the first of the year. All medical skill and faithful nursing and care proved futile and unavailing. Departed was a Christian woman of high character and esteemed by a large circle of neighbors and friends, and her death is a distinct and personal loss to many. Brief services were conducted at the home, Wednesday afternoon, by Bishop Graves of the Episcopal church. Touching music was the offering of five girl friends of the daughter, Nina, namely, Miss Minnie Viersen, Miss Florence Rosebush, Miss Elsie Campbell, Miss Leah Pennell and Miss Hazel Merle. The departed is survived by her husband, one daughter Miss Nina, and one son Guy. The remains were taken to Akron, Ohio, for interment, Thursday morning on No. 2, Mr. Tomlinson and Miss Nina accompanying them to their last resting place. They will likely be east for a month. Eva Andrews was born in Somerton, Ohio, in January 16th, 1861. Was united in marriage, December 23, 1889, with William S. Tomlinson, with whom she came to Superior, Nebraska, in 1885. They lived in Akron, Colo., Oxford, Nebraska, later on, and came to McCook in 1895, where they have since resided. Deceased was an earnest and faithful member of the Christian church for many years. Friday 7 August 1910

Obituary-Owen T. Lytle was born in Sandusky county, Ohio, December 15, 1818. Died August 25, 1910. Age 61 years, 8 months, 10 days. In the year 1855 he moved to Iowa with his parents. In 1872 came to Nebraska, settling in Fillmore county, where he was one of the earliest settlers. October 8, 1870, he married Mary E. Dungon. Eight children were born to this union, 7 daughters and 1 son. He is survived by 4 daughters: Mrs. Lula Heold of Moore, Mont., Mrs. Nellie V. Russell of North Platte, Neb., Mrs. Nola B. Young of Alma, Neb., Miss Ila Lytle of Peyton, Oregon: one son, Mr. Lester L. Lytle of Portland, Oregon. Recently he settled 7 miles north of Hershey, Neb. at which place he was stricken with an attack of apoplexy apparently on Sunday evening about 8 o’clock, and was found about 2 p.m., Monday, by a neighbor. Medical aid was summoned. Found his left side totally paralyzed and him to be in a semi-comatose condition. After two days of suffering he was removed to the Physicians and Surgeons hospital in North Platte. Wednesday evening, and passed away on Thursday morning at 8:15. Funeral was held on Saturday, August 27th, at 3 p.m., from home of his daughter, Mrs. Nellie V. Russell. His brother Frank Lytle, also daughter Mrs. Nola B. Young, were at the funeral. Friday 1 September 1910

Sudden Death of Baby Carman-All hearts go out to Rev. and Mrs. M.B. Carman in the sudden and tragic death of their baby Gene aged about one year and six months, in Minden, last Thursday afternoon at 3:45 o’clock. The little one secured a tablet a heart stimulant kept in the home for Mrs. Carman’s use and swallowed the same. Medical skill was summoned as soon as it was discovered the baby had taken the medicine, but the child died within a few minutes of the arrival of the doctors, despite their efforts. Friday 8 Sept 1910

Death Again Invades Family-Mrs. Robert C. Drath of Herndon, Kansas, died at Beaver City, last Saturday. Mrs. Drath, who is a sister of Mrs. Fred Schwab and Mr. Louis Suess of our city, had been visiting her mother near Crete, and being very ill sought to get home. Her husband, who is president of the Bank of Herndon, met her at Oxford returning home, but found it imperative to take his sick wife from the train at Beaver City, where she was taken to a hotel and aid sought from a half dozen or more physicians all to no avail. Typhoid pneumonia was the cause of death. The remains were taken to the home in Herndon, Kansas, and on Tuesday afternoon interment was made. The deceased spent her early girlhood days here, when her father, the late Rev. William Suess was pastor of the German Congregational church of this city. The husband and four children, the oldest 12 years of age, survive her. Tenderest sympathy goes out to all the relatives of the departed in this said hour of bereavement. Mr. and Mrs. Louis Suess and Mrs. Fred Schwab of this city attended the funeral. Mrs. Schwab was with the sister at death. Friday 8 Sept 1910

Obituary-Marie Isabelle Hatcher, daughter of Albert and Mary Lang, was born near Bartley, Nebraska, March 18, 1889, and departed this life, Sept. 8, 1910, aged twenty-one years, five months and twenty-one days. The deceased was married to Paul Hatcher, Aug. 1, 1910. Funeral services were conducted in the Hatcher home west of Indianola, Friday, Sep 5, at 3 o’clock p.m. Rev. Allen D. Burress, pastor of the Indianola Methodist church, officiating. Miss Ruth Wiehe of McCook, Nebraska, sang three songs, much to the comfort of the bereaved. Six strong young men, friends of the lamented wife and her surviving husband, sadly bore the remains to the place of its interment, the Indianola cemetery. The deceased was well known in and near Indianola, and was loved by many, as the beautiful flowers and long train of carriages bearing sympathizing friends attested. She will be long remembered for her kindness and affection lavished on those dear to her, and while she has gone into the world beyond, there is left to those whom she loved the memory of all the good she did and the affections she bestowed. Card of Thanks-To the friends who so kindly assisted us during the sickness and death of my beloved wife, I wish to tender my sincere thanks. Paul Hatcher, Indianola, Neb. Friday 15 September 1910

Fatally Injured-The little 3 year old daughter of B. W. Benjamin of Grant precinct was fatally injured, last Saturday, by playmates. They were swinging a rope, to the end of which was attached an iron stake. The little girl was struck on the side of the head by the iron stake, fracturing the skull, from which the little one died on Tuesday of this week. Interment was made in Riverview cemetery, this city Wednesday afternoon. The bereaved parents have the profoundest sympathy in this tragic affliction. Friday 15 Sept 1910

Death of Baby Walker-The infant child of Mr. and Mrs. Henry Walker died on last Wednesday evening, aged one year and almost three months. The little one was a victim of stomach and bowel troubles. Services were held in the German Congregational church last Friday, by Rev. Henkelmann, and burial followed in Riverview cemetery. The mother and baby had been away on a visit, only returning home on Sunday before his death. Friday 22 September 1910

Obituary-Penelope Dragoo Neel was born in Brown county, Ohio, August 31st, 1853, and departed this life in her home in Indianola, Friday, Sept 16, 1910, at four o’clock p.m., aged fifty seven years and fifteen days. The deceased was married to Mr. John R. Neel in Brown county, Ohio, April 17th, 1872, to which union were born four children, Ira, Frank, May and George, two of whom, Ira and Frank, and their father, still survive. The deceased with her husband moved to Missouri from Ohio in 1877 and nine years later, in 1886, the family came to Nebraska where they have resided until this date. In the time of her youth the departed united with the church and eight or nine years ago she united with the Christian church in Indianola. She was a faithful companion, a devoted mother and a true friend. Her departure brings grief to all who knew her as a friend and relative and we can only hope that in a better world she will be found again. We who are left behind are reminded that we all cling to life by a very frail thread and that only a few years will elapse until we shall reach that same mysterious end. We are more grateful than mere words can express to all the friends and neighbors and to the I.O.O.F. and Rebekas for their assistance and sympathy during the illness and after the death of our dear wife, and mother and take this means of expressing to you one and all our thanks and appreciation thereof. J.R. Neel, I.E. Neel and family, W.F. Neel Friday 22 September 1910

Death Claimed Her-Mrs. Henry N. Colling, of Indianola, who received treatment in this city for some time for cancer of the breast, died in a Lincoln hospital, Thursday of last week. The remains were shipped to Indianola, Friday morning, burial following in the Catholic cemetery at that place, after services in the Catholic church there. Friday 22 Sept 1910

Found Dead in Bed-Mrs. Roy Kennedy Dies from an Unknown Cause-Wednesday morning, Mrs. Roy Kennedy, who lives on north Main avenue was found dead in bed. She complained some to her husband, in the morning, before he came to town to work, but thought it traceable to some work done on the day before. Her mother call up the house later in the morning, and the little four year old boy said his mother was on the bed and wouldn’t speak to him. A bother Charles Sullivan was sent to the house and found her in bed dead. Dr. Hare was summoned and found the woman dead. Sheriff Higgins, coroner was also called and decided it unnecessary to make an inquest, hence the cause of death remains unknown. Deceased was a daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Sullivan of this city. A husband and two young children survive. Funeral will be held on Friday afternoon in Riverview cemetery. Friday 29 Sept 1910

Death of Baby Kent-Mildred, baby daughter of Conductor and Mrs. C.M. Kent, died on last Saturday morning, after an illness of two or three months, with an ailment peculiar to babyhood. Burial was in Longview cemetery, Sunday afternoon, brief services being conducted at the home by Rev. J.A. Badcon, at which many neighbors and friends indicated their heartfelt sympathy for the bereaved parents and children. Six little girls acted as pall bearers and flower girls. Friday 29 Sept 1910

An Accidental Death-Master Carl Lawritson is the Unfortunate Victim-Bullet from His Own Gun-Gives the fatal hurt-Sympathy spontaneous and abundant and Floral offerings most superb-Last Saturday afternoon, Master Carl Lawriston, son of Mr. and Mrs. Mathew Lawritson and Master Charlie Eldred started out hunting with 22 caliber rifles. A mile or so northwest of the city, the boys sat down on a haystack. While Carl was doing something with his rifle the weapon discharged, the deadly bullet entering the lower part of his face and perhaps lodging at the base of his brain. Carl told Charlie that he had hurt himself and together they started for the nearby farm house occupied by Mr. Traphagan. Before reaching the house, Carl fell down. Charlie ran on to the house, telling the people what had happened. They went back for Carl. Mr. Traphagan placed the unconscious boy in the vehicle and started for the city. But it was a lifeless child delivered at the Lawritson home. Physicians were summoned, but death had set its seal upon the boy and human skill could avail nothing. A most deplorable accident, the exact details of which will never be known, had ushered a young soul into the spirit land, and left inconsolable parents and brothers and sisters. Monday afternoon, at the home, brief services were held by Rev. Bayne of the Congregational church and while the services were private in nature, the large outpouring of citizens and school children indicated in unmistakable terms how deeply and tenderly this community had been touched. Interment followed in Longview cemetery. The wealth and beauty of the floral offerings disclosed, too, the loving and sympathetic hearts of many friends and of orders with which the parents are associated. Six young schoolmates of the departed were pall bearers. The entire school system was dismissed for the afternoon of the funeral in honor and sympathy for the bereaved family. Mr. Lawritson is an esteemed member of the city board. Words are inadequate to convey the tenderness and depth of the general sympathy felt by this people toward the bereaved family. Friday 29 September 1910

Obituary- Dr. A.C. Harlan was born June 2, 1843, in Darke county, Ohio, and died October 23, 1910, at the residence of his niece, Mrs. Dora Huddleston, in Lee county, Iowa. Dr. Harlan was married about 1873 to Miss Carrie Rice of Michigan. To them one daughter, Ada Lucile, was born in 1875, and who died in 1898. His wife died in January 1905. He was the son of Valentine and Elizabeth Harlan, who were pioneers of Ohio, and at his father’s death his mother came to Iowa in 1851, bringing up a large family in a new and undeveloped country, and all of them developed into good citizens. The subject of this sketch, after serving until disabled in the war, studied medicine; graduated at the Keokuk Medical College, and settled in Frontier county, Nebraska, and practiced his profession there for twenty-five years. He leaves two brothers living. Heber Harlan of Skidmore, Mo., and Hon. N.V. Harlan of York, Nebraska who was twice elected speaker of the Nebraska legislature. Communicated. Friday 27 Oct 1910

Obituary-Ira H. Harrison was born in Holmes county, Ohio, March 16, 1840, and passed to his reward, October 21, 1910, at 6:40 a.m., aged 70 years, 7 months. He is survived by his wife and nine children: Mrs. Priscilla Younger, Box Elder; Mrs. Ascenith Briggs, of Illinois; Mrs. Mary Miller, McCook; Mrs. Ena Templin, Mrs. Addie Cleman, Reason Harrison, Mrs. Hessie Sexson, Mrs. Clara Slusher and George Harrison. Ira H. Harrison came to this state in 1885 and made his home here. The community in which he lived knows of his sterling worth, his Christian integrity, and his openheartedness. No appeal was ever made to him in vain, and no one sent empty handed away. Even in the short years he was always ready to divide with his neighbors. About two years ago, he met with an accident, a fall from which he never recovered. Confined to his room and bed for the last two years, his wife has been his constant companion, doing all she could. All that loving care and medical attention could do, was done. His constant words were: “O, that I could go home and be at rest.” And on Friday morning the tired spirit slipped away to be with the God that gave it. Ira Harrison was a faithful member of the Box Elder M.E. church since 1885, he having united with the church under Rev. Kleeberger. Truly as Wesley said, “Our people die well.” Friday 27 October 1910

Mary Mitchell Dead-A telegram, this morning, announces the death of Mary, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. E.J. Mitchell of Deshler, Nebraska. The burial will take place at Indianola, tomorrow. Mary was ten years of age. She had been sick for a few weeks but the cause of death is not definitely known. Sympathy of many Red Willow county friends will go out to the bereaved parents and sister in fullest measure. Friday 3 November 1910

Death of Another Little One-Etta, the three year old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Lacey Cotton of South McCook, died on Monday night, after an illness of some length. Brief services were held at the home, Tuesday afternoon at three o’clock, burial following in Longview cemetery. Etta Lillian Cotton was born in McCook, Dec. 26, 1907. Died Dec. 5, 1910. Rev. L.E. Lewis conducted services at the home, Tuesday afternoon. Friday 8 Dec 1910

Death of Mrs. Dr. Comings-After an Illness of Several Weeks, Death Claimed Her, Friday-Last Friday afternoon about 3 o’clock death placed his seal upon Mrs. A.F. Comings, who has been ill for several weeks. A few months since Mrs. Comings went east and was operated upon for gall stones, but recovery from the operation was not satisfactory. Upon her return home her case gradually became more and more serious and grave until the end last Friday afternoon. Dr. and Mrs. Comings came into the management of the Commercial hotel about a year ago, following Dr. and Mrs. Kay in that hostelry. They have formed quite a circle of friends during their short residence in McCook. The doctor has tender and sincere sympathy of all in the death of his companion and wife. “Martha E. Bischoff”, the daughter of a union soldier who married a southern lady at the close of the civil war, was born in Dubuque, Iowa, a little over 39 years ago. She spent her childhood in Alabama and her early womanhood in Dubuque, Iowa. Was united in marriage with Dr. A. F. Comings in Rockford, Illinois, February 25, 1902. Died in McCook, Nebraska, December 9th, 1910. Brief services were conducted in the Commercial hotel, Saturday afternoon at 4:30 o’clock, and the remains were taken on No. 2, Sunday morning, to Rockford, Illinois, where they were interred in the Rockford city cemetery on Tuesday of this week. Friday 15 Dec 1910

Brought Body from Denver-Wednesday morning on No. 2, the remains of little Eva Pauline, the five year old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. George Gilbert, arrived from Denver, and at 10:30 o’clock in the morning, brief services were held in the Pade undertaking parlor on West B street, conducted by Rev. L.E. Lewis, after which interment was made in Riverview cemetery. Fireman and Mrs. Gilbert were former residents of our city, moving from here to Denver. They have another child buried here. Former friends will remember then in sympathy in this new sorrow. Friday 22 Dec 1910

Baby Rhodes Succumbs-The four month old baby girl of Mr. and Mrs. J.W. Rhodes died on last Thursday morning, of erysipelas. Brief services were held at the home, Friday morning, by Rev. L.E. Lewis, burial following in the Longview cemetery of this city. Friday 2 December 1910

Death of a Former Resident-Remains Brought to Her Old Home for Interment, Tuesday-The remains of Mrs. Hannah J. Holmes arrived in McCook, Tuesday morning, for burial. She passed away peacefully at the home of her daughter in Missoula, Montana, last Friday. The remains were accompanied here, Tuesday morning, by her son M.H. Holmes and son-in-law and daughter Mr. and Mrs. E.H. Edson, all of Missoula. Mrs. Holmes and son Mel lived in McCook for several years, in years agone, and many Tribune readers will remember them in sympathy. Mr. and Mrs. Edson and M.H. Holmes departed, Tuesday night, for their home in Missoula. Mrs. Hannah J. Holmes was born in Delaware county, New York, July 12, 1832. Died at the home of her daughter, Mrs. E.H. Edson, in Missoula Montana at the age of 78 years, 5 months, 4 days. She was the mother of 7 children, four of whom have passed on before her. Three remain to mourn their loss; Mrs. E.H. Edson and Mr. M. H. Holmes of Missoula, Mont., and Mrs. H.I. Baker of Gowanda, N.Y. Mrs. Holmes was a member of the Methodist church all life, and was for several years a member of the McCook church. She died in full faith of her eternal reward. Funeral services were held in the Methodist church in our city, December 20th, 1910, conducted by Rev. L.E. Lewis. Card of Thanks-We are most grateful to the ladies of the Aid society of the M.E. church, the members of the O.O.F., and to the pastor of the church, and al the friends for assistance and sympathy in the death of our mother. Mr. and Mrs. E.H. Edson, Mr. M.H. Holmes Friday 22 December 1910

Baby Roberts-Florence Esther, the 18 month old baby daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Len Roberts, died on Monday night of this week. Brief services were held at the home on Tuesday afternoon, conducted by Rev. Bayne of the Congregational church, burial following in Riverview cemetery. The parents receive the tender sympathy of all in this sorrow. Friday 29 Dec 1910

Death of Baby Douglas-Baby Guy William Douglas joined the “little ones” in the Father’s home last Thursday. Brief services were held at the home by Rev. Lewis of the Methodist church Friday afternoon at 2:30, burial following in Riverview cemetery. Little Guy was born on January 4th of this year. Friday 29 Dec 1910