Married-At the M.E. Parsonage on New Year’s morning, John W. Carson of Wray, Colo., and Miss Laura Belle Ziegler of Alma, Nebr., L.E. Lewis officiating. The happy couple left for their home in Wray, Colo., on No. 3. Friday 6 January 1911

Wedded Christmas-A wedding unique and beautiful in all its appointments, took place at the home of Mr. and Mrs. E.A. Converse, in this village, at high noon, Xmas day. The contracting parties were Miss Pearl Converse of Hendley, and Mr. W.T. Evens, of Mitchell, Nebr. The ceremony was performed by Rev. J.G. Jeffers of the M.E. church in Hendley, in the presence of a goodly number of relatives and friends. Mr. and Mrs. Evans left Monday evening for a trip to Villisen, Iowa, and will make a short stay with the former’s parents. They will be at home to their friends at Mitchell after February 12. Hendley Delphie. The bride is well known to many in this city, she having frequently visited her brother, Ira E. Converse, here. Friday 6 January 1911

We heard from a reliable source of Charley Zimmerman’s marriage to Molly Doyle last week. Charley grew to manhood in this neighborhood and has the best wishes of all. Friday 6 January 1911

Miss Flora B. Quick, formerly county superintendent of this county, was married in Council Bluffs, Iowa, Monday January 16, 1911, at the home of her uncle to Mr. Jessie Hadley also, of Indianola. Her father and sister were present at the wedding. The best wishes of a host of friends are extended to the couple for a long, happy and prosperous life. Friday 20 January 1911

Sallien-Cass-A very pleasant wedding ceremony was performed at the home of Mr. and Mrs. J.J. Cass, five miles east of Beaver City, Thursday evening, February 2nd, when their daughter, Miss Millie was joined in marriage to Jacob F. Sallien, of McCook. Only relatives and a few friends were present to witness the ceremony, which was performed by Elder C. Forney. The contracting persons belong to good families and are among the best of our young people, and carry with them the best wishes of their many friends in their new relation. Beaver City Tribune Friday 17 February 1911

On last Friday evening, Feb. 10th, at the home of Judge Ed Hethcote occurred the marriage of Mr. Arthur I. Vernon of Norcatur, Kas., and Miss Martha Ellen Clayton of Lebanon Neb., Mr. and Mrs. Vernon will go at once to the home of Mr. Vernon’s father near Norcatur, where they will make their home for the coming season, taking possession of his father’s farm. Friday 24 February 1911

Haun-Rowland-At the home of the bride’s parents, Mr. and Mrs. Frank Haun, in Benkelman, Tuesday evening, Feb. 28, 1911, at 6 o’clock, Miss Minnie A. Haun was married to John R. Rowland of Red Willow county, Judge W.C. Hamilton officiating. The ceremony was in the presence of members of the family and a few friends. The groom is a prosperous young farmer near McCook, worth the affection of his charming bride. They left for McCook Wednesday evening. The Benkelman Chronicle Friday 10 March 1911

George W. Forman, of Bushnell and Miss Cora Lela Corder of Holbrook were united in marriage at the residence of J.W. Hasty, in this city, Wednesday evening. Rev. L.E. Lewis officiating. Mr. and Mrs. Forman left yesterday for Bushnell, Neb., where they will make their home. Friday 24 March 1911

Otto Walker of Wauneta, and Miss Alice Benjamin of McCook, were married at Imperial on Saturday, March 18th. The next day an infair dinner was given at the home of the groom with homefolks present. They will be at home in the stone house, by the pump station after March 30th. Mrs. Walker is a teacher in our school. Wauneta Breeze Friday 31 March 1911

Mrs. Lucy Foley and Adolphus (Dod) Wiggins were married at Oberlin, Kansas, Wednesday, April 19th. Both parties are well and favorably known here. Friday 5 May 1911

Underhill-Hall-Married at the residence of the bride’s parents in South McCook, Thursday afternoon June 15, 1911, Orie E. Hall and Gracie A. Underhill: Rev. McBride officiating. Quite a large company of relatives and friends were present, and the home decorations were fine. This amiable couple begin housekeeping immediately in South McCook with the best wishes of a host of friends. Monroe Lively and Miss Hazel Hall of Wymore were the groomsman and bridesmaid. Miss Florence Wilson presided at the piano and skillfully rendered the wedding march, little Minnie Wilson acted as ring bearer. Resident guests present were: Mr. and Mrs. S.D. Taylor, Mr. and Mr. A.M. Wilson, Mr. and Mrs. John Knobe, Ella and Dora Simmerman, Eva and Bertha Knobe, Polly Hoyd, Esther Amen, Jake Amen, J.W. Underhill. The out of town guests were: Fred and Angie Underhill and Mrs. N.E. Dawson of Cornell, Nebraska. Friday 16 June 1911

Romantic Wedding-The culmination of a romance occurred here last Saturday when Roy E. Everets, of Denver, and Miss Nellie Willette, of Thorold, Ontario, were married at the Methodist parsonage by the Pastor, Rev. L.E. Lewis. The groom arrived on an early train from Denver and was here to greet his bride who came in at 1:30 o’clock that afternoon, and as soon as arrangements could be made afterward the ceremony took place. They left that evening for Denver where they will make their home. Friday 16 June 1911

Floyd Green Marries-Floyd A. Green, of Stanford Montana, son of Mr. and Mrs. R.A. Green, of this city, was married to Miss Rose A. Leineweber, at the home of the bride’s parents near Adams, Nebraska. Tuesday afternoon. The groom is engaged in the lumber business in Stanford, and is well known to many of the young people here. The young people will make their home in Stanford, and take with them the best wishes of all. Friday 16 June 1911

Brown-Simmons-Mr. Ralph M. Simmons and Miss Winifred E. Browne were united in the bonds of Holy Matrimony by the Rev. Alfred J.R. Goldsmith; at St. Alban’s Episcopal church on Wednesday afternoon at 4 o’clock. They left on a short trip east on No. 10. Both the young people are well known here, Mr. Simmons being in the employ of the company, and his bride is a daughter of Conductor W.H. Brown, and their large circle of friends will join with The Republican in heartiest congratulations. Friday 16 June 1911

Rhoads-Deabenderfer-Sunday evening at the home of J.A. Eckman, occurred the marriage of Richard R. Deabenderfer and Margaret Marshall Rhoads. The young people have a large number of acquaintances who will join in extending congratulations. Rev. Lewis performed the ceremony. Friday 16 June 1911

A Pretty Wedding-On the evening of June 14, 1911 at the home of the bride’s parents Mr. and Mr. Walter H. Barritt occurred the marriage of their only daughter, Hazel, to H. Guy Hughes. At the hour of nine, Miss Stella Mathes took her place at the organ, and as the sweet strains of the Bridal Chorus from Lohengrin pealed for the happy couple attended by Mr. Loyd Barritt and Miss Frances Hughes, brother and sister of the bride and groom, took their places before a beautifully decorated window. Carnations and ribbons in the bride’s colors, blue and white were used, making a dainty and very beautiful decoration. In the presence of nearly thirty guests, Rev. Harry Mitchell of Indianola, spoke the words which made this worthy couple man and wife. The bride was most becomingly dressed in a gown of white silk mesaline, and with her bridal wreath looked very sweet indeed. The groom wore the conventional black. Immediately after the ceremony a dainty two course lunch was served by Mesdames Ruby and Mathes and Misses Maysie Light and Stella Mathes. The bride has spent most of her life in the southwestern part of the state but during the past three years has lived in McCook and has won a host of friends. The groom is the eldest son of Mr. and Mrs. S.D. Hughes, an industrious and prosperous young man of the firm of Jennings, Hughes and Co., plumbers. They were the recipients of many useful and beautiful presents such as checks, cut glass, silverware and hand painted china. The guests were: Mr. and Mrs. B.F. Newton from Palmer, Nebr., Mr. and Mrs. D.M. Newlon from Central City, Nebr., uncles of the bride and Misses Floda and Molly Newlon from Central City cousins of the bride, Mr. Wilcoxon from Lincoln, Nebr., and Mrs. Wray from Norton, Kans., uncle and cousin of the groom. The same evening, a merry crowd of young friends of the bride and groom accompanied them to No. 3. Amid much laughter and a shower of well wishes they left for Denver and other points in Colorado. After June 24, 1911 they will be at home to their many friends on West 2nd street. Friday 23 June 1911

Bruce-Moore-Thursday morning at 7:0 a.m. at the home of the brides parents, Mr. and Mrs. J.A. Bruce, occurred the marriage of their daughter, Jessie Lee, to Mr. Wm. J. Moore, of Billings, Mont., Rev. L.E. Lewis officiating. After the ceremony a wedding breakfast was served. The bride has a large circle of friends here who will extend congratulations. She has been employed at H.C. Clapps and the ceremony was attended by the clerical force: Misses Tressie Rector, Clara Burton, Bridgie Doyle, Tacie DeLong, Maybell Burns, Josephine McClure, Barbara Schlecht, Pearl Lawritson. Mr. and Mrs. Moore left the same morning for Billings, Mont., where the groom is employed by the Northern Pacific railroad as car accountant, in which city they will make their home. Friday 30 June 1911

Kropf-Johnson-At four o’clock Tuesday morning occurred the marriage of Miss Esther Kropf to Bert C. Johnson, at the home of the bride’s parents, Mr. and Mrs. Chas. Kropf. The ceremony was performed by Rev. B.A. Cram. The bride and groom, accompanied by Mr. and Mrs. Kropf, went to Oxford in an automobile. The newly wedded couple took No. 9 for Denver, and after a week in the mountains will go to their new home in Sterling, Colorado, where Mr. Johnson has a branch nursery. His main hot houses are at McCook. He is well and favorably known in Arapahoe, having resided here for a time after graduating from the State University, and was employed by the Beltzer’s nursery. The bride has been a lifelong resident of this place, being a graduate of the A.H. S., and has taught school in the rural districts for the past four years. She was popular in church and social circles, and she will be missed by her many girlhood friends, who will however congratulate her upon her happy marriage. Arapahoe Mirror Friday 30 June 1911

ProVance-Rice-Wednesday morning at 8 o’clock Miss Regina R. ProVance, and John I. Rice were united in marriage at St. Patrick’s Roman Catholic Church and mass celebrated, Rev. Father Patton, officiating. Lillian ProVance, of Baltimore, Maryland and Marguerite Rice, of Scotts Bluff, Nebraska, sisters of the bride and groom. Dr. A.R. Colfer and Edward Williams of this city were the attendants. Miss Claire McKenna, played Mendelssohn’s wedding march when the bridal party entered the church, and Lohengrin’s march going out. The wedding party then went to the new home of the happy couple which they had furnished for their home and a wedding breakfast was served. Showers were given last week to the bride by the D. of L. and to the groom by K. of C. lodges of which they are members. The newly wedded couple began housekeeping at once. The bride is the sister of Mrs. J.M. Trammell and has made her home here with her for the past four years. She is highly esteemed by all who know her. The groom is a graduate from the public schools of this city in 1902 and the state university last year, and is practicing law in the office of W.S. Morlan. He is an exceptionally bright and industrious young man. The best wishes of everyone is extended to this deservedly popular young couple. Friday 30 June 1911

Married-At McCook, Neb., August 15, 1911, Miss Bessie Osburn and Mr. Roy Clark. Miss Osburn is the eldest daughter of George M. Osborn. Mr. Clark is a former resident of Lebanon, but now engaged in the elevator business in the northwest part of the state. The young people are well and favorably known here and have the best wishes of their many friends. Friday 18 August 1911

Gatewood-DeMay-Wednesday morning at St. Patrick’s church Miss Iva Gatewood and William F. DeMay were united in marriage, Rev. Father Patton, officiating. Both young people are well and favorably known in this city and county. The bride has taught school in this city, in Danbury and other schools, and was very successful in her work, she is an accomplished lady. The groom worked here for the railroad for some time and was transferred to Denver several weeks ago. The best wishes of a host of friends, with whom The Republican joins are extended to the happy young couple. They left that night for Denver where they will make their home. Friday 18 August 1911

Osborn-Dunbar-Early Tuesday morning, September 5, 1911, Miss Zella May Osborn and Mr. John F. Dunbar were united in marriage at the home of the bride’s parents, Mr. and Mrs. R.M. Osborn, 312 2nd Street W., Rev. Alfrie J.R. Goldsmith officiating, in the presence of relatives and a few friends. After the ceremony a wedding breakfast was served. The bride has lived in this city all her life and is one of the most popular of the younger set and a member of several social organizations. The groom was employed as a shoe salesman here a couple of years ago and is now in charge of the shoe department of a store in Omaha. The young couple left on No. 2 that morning for Omaha where they will make their home. They have the best wishes of a host of friends for a long and prosperous life. Friday 8 September 1911

Elbert-Lyon-At St. Patrick’s church at 5:30 yesterday morning, Miss Agnes, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. George Elbert, and Mr. Ray Lyon, were united in marriage and the nuptial mass celebrated, Rev. Father Patton officiating. Only the intimate friends of the contracting parties were present. After the ceremony a wedding breakfast was served at the home of the bride’s parents and they left on No. 9 for Pueblo, Colorado, where they will make their home for the present. The bride was born and has always lived in this city. She is a graduate of the high school here, and is a very estimable young lady. The groom had been in the employ of the Burlington for a number of years until he resigned lately. He owns a farm near Fowler, Colorado, but has an interest in a picture show at Pueblo, which he is managing at present. Both young people have many friends who wish them a long and happy life. Friday 15 September 1911

Mennell-Mathes-Sunday afternoon, September 17, 1911, at 3:30 o’clock a very pretty wedding occurred at the home of Mr. and Mrs. M. Mathes, when their only daughter, Stella, was married to J.A. Mennell. Miss Maysie Light, played the Bridal Chorus from Lohengrin and as the strains pealed forth, the couple took their places before a window beautifully decorated with carnations and smilax, where Rev. D.L. McBride spoke the words that made them man and wife. The bride was becomingly dressed in a gown of blue satin messaline and looked beautiful. The groom wore a dark blue serge suit. The ceremony was witnessed by about twenty of their most intimate friends. Immediately after the ceremony a dainty lunch was served in two courses. The bride has spent most of her life in Iowa, but during the few years she has been in this city she has won many friends by her sweet disposition and loving ways. The groom came here from Pennsylvania and is now employed as a brakeman by the Burlington, is a worthy young man and popular with his fellow workmen. They received many useful and beautiful presents with the congratulations and best wishes of a host of friends. The happy young couple will be at home to their friends at the residence of the bride’s parents. A pleasing incident was that the day of the marriage was also the thirty-second wedding anniversary of the bride’s parents. Friday 22 September 1911

Heckman-Barbazett-Announcements have been received of the marriage of Miss Deborah Heckman and Mr. Virgie Barbazett at the home of the bride’s parents in Cleveland, Ohio, September 20, 1911. They will make their home in this city and go to housekeeping in the Walsh block, where they will be at home after November 1. The Republican with their many other friends extend to the happy couple its best wishes for a long, happy and prosperous life. Friday 29 September 1911

McElfresh-Jones-Miss May McElfresh daughter of the Rev. and Mrs. William McElfresh and J.W. Jones, Jr., were married at 8 o’clock last evening at the bride’s home, 402 So. Twenty-fifth street. A small company of friends witnessed the ceremony and were present for the informal reception which followed. Miss Helen Carraher sang “I Love You Truly” and Miss Marie Poitevin and Miss Blanche Adsit both furnished instrumental selections. The couple will reside at 201 South Twenty-eighth Street. The groom was a senior in the law department of the state university. State Journal, Wed., Sept. 27 Friday 29 September 1911

Bosworth-Austin-Sunday evening a pretty home wedding took place at the home of the bride’s parents, Mr. and Mrs. C.G. Bosworth, proprietor of the National Hotel, when their daughter, Miss Lois A. was married to Roscoe Austin, of Denver, J.C. Moore, county judge, officiating. Miss Florence Wilson played Mendelssohn, a wedding march as the bride and groom entered the room and assumed their places for the ceremony. A bountiful wedding supper was served and congratulations and best wishes were extended to the happy couple. Friday 13 October 1911

Hust-Freeman-Miss Leta Hust was married at the home of her parents, Mr. and Mrs. M. Hust, 3rd street west, to Mr. Herbert Freeman, of Montana, Nebraska. Only the family were present. The groom left the next day for his home to furnish the home on his ranch for his bride and will return for her. The best wishes of all their friends are extended to the happy couple. Friday 20 October 1911

Married at Trenton-A marriage license was issued by the county judge, to Clarence Livingston and Miss Ona M. Dwyer, both of McCook, on Wednesday, October 18. Trenton Register Friday 29 October 1911

Iricson-Ray-At the Methodist parsonage Wednesday, November 15, Mr. Jesse Ray and Miss Eva Iricson, both of McCook, Nebraska, were united in holy wedlock, Rev. L.E. Lewis, pastor of the M.E. church, officiating. They plan to make their home in McCook. The groom is an engineer on the Burlington. May the richest blessings attend them. Friday 17 November 1911

Moore-Hassler-Early Wednesday morning Miss Honora E. Moore and Frank Hassler were united in marriage, the ceremony taking place in St. Patrick’s church. The groom has been employed in the office of the Bullard Lumber Co. as book keeper for seven years is a young man of excellent character, and numbers his friends by his acquaintances. The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Robt. Moore, who live northwest of this city, and a young lady highly esteemed by everyone. The happy couple left the same morning for a trip to Denver, accompanied by Mr. and Mrs. J.W. Spencer and daughter and Miss Bridget Doyle. They will go to housekeeping in the cottage at 502 3d street West, which he has already furnished for his bride. Mr. and Mrs. Hassler start out on their matrimonial life with the best wishes of a host of friends, with whom The Republican joins. Friday 1 December 1911

Fisher-Viersen-Wednesday of last week Miss Lela Fisher and Sidney Viersen stole a march on their friends here, going to Trenton in the afternoon in an auto and were married at the Methodist parsonage there by the pastor Rev. C.L. Anderson and it did not become generally known here until Friday evening. The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. C.A. Fisher, and is one of the most popular young ladies in the younger social set and has many excellent qualities. The groom is the eldest son of Mr. and Mrs. L.S. Viersen and has been employed in the shoe store in which his father is interested. The best wishes of the many friends of the young couple, with whom The Republican joins are extended to them. Friday 1 December 1911

Middleton-Brown-Thanksgiving evening at the home of the bride’s parents, Mr. and Mrs. W.A. Middleton, occurred the marriage of their daughter, Florence, to James C. Brown, Rev. L.E. Lewis officiating. A large number of guests were present, those from out of town being Mrs. May Gustaveson and Miss Hazel Stephens, of Holdrege. Many handsome presents were received. The bride is a daughter of Councilman Middleton, and has a large circle of friends, who with the many friends of Mr. Brown, who is in the employ of the Burlington here, will extend heartiest congratulations. The young couple left the same evening for Ridgeway, Mo., the groom’s former home, for a visit, and will make their home here, later. Friday 8 December 1911

Cappel-Ranft-Mr. Edward H. Ranft of Bluffs, Ill., and Miss Anna Tresssa Cappel, of this city, were united in marriage Thanksgiving day, at 3 p.m. by Rev. L.E. Lewis, at the Methodist parsonage. George Cappel and George Peter Cappel, father and brother of the bride accompanied them. Mr. and Mrs. Ranft will visit friends in McCook for about ten days before leaving for their new home at Bluffs, Ill. The best wishes of all their friends is extended them. Friday 8 December 1911

MacConnell-Duff-Walter H. Duff, of Denver, Colo., and Rosalind Wood MacConnell, of Pittsburg, Pa., were married at the Methodist parsonage, November 30, 1911, at 6 p.m., Rev. L.E. Lewis, officiating. Two sisters of the bride Misses Laura G. Wood and Helen F. Wood were present at the wedding and left for their home in Pittsburg, that evening. Mr. and Mrs. Duff left for their home in Denver the same evening. Friday 8 December 1911

Tuttle-Hyatt-Wednesday afternoon of last week Miss Lizzie Tuttle and Robert Hyatt both of South McCook were married by Judge Moore. The young couple have the best wishes of their many friends for a long and happy wedded life. Friday 8 December 1911

Miss Minnie Nothnagel and Fred Clark were married last Thursday at the home of the bride. Friday 22 December 1911

Skiles-Scott-Thursday of last week Miss Gertrude Skiles, of Franklin, and Arthur T. Scott, of this city were married at the home of the bride’s parents, and arrived here Friday night. They begin housekeeping in the Wood’s cottage on F street as good as their household goods are received. The bride is known to many in this city, having visited here, and is very highly respected. The groom has lived here for the past four years and has been in the employ of the Burlington, beginning as a machinist apprentice he has but lately served his time and become a machinist. He is a worthy young man and the best wishes of a host of friends, with whom The Republican joins, are extended to the happy young couple for a long and prosperous life. Friday 22 December 1911

Rogers-Hammel-The home of Mr. and Mrs. W.N. Rogers, on the Shadeland Park farm east of this city, was the scene of a pretty wedding Christmas evening at 7 o’clock, when their daughter, Pearle A., was united in marriage to Mr. Frank H. Hammel, son of Mr. and Mrs. William Hammel, who live north of town. Promptly at the hour appointed the sweet strains of music from the piano and violin filled the home and the bride and groom entered the parlor and stood beneath a beautiful arch of evergreen in which hung a large white bell, and here they pledged their faith each to the other as husband and wife, in the presence of about thirty of their relatives and friends, Rev. L.E. Lewis, pastor of the Methodist church, officiating. Immediately following congratulations the company was ushered into the dining room where a most elaborate dinner was served. The company then returned to the parlor where they enjoyed some splendid selections of music by the Rogers family orchestra, and songs by Mr. Bonger and his son, of Denver. The happy couple were the recipients of many beautiful and costly presents. They will reside at Curtis, Nebraska, and will be at home to their friends January 1, 1912. The Republican joins with their many friends in wishing them a long life of happiness and prosperity. Those present were: Jennie Hammel, Mr. and Mrs. George Bonger and son, of Denver, Orvill Hammel and Scott Cummigs, of Bronson, Kansas, Bert Hammel, Mrs. Ira Dye and daughter, of Curtis, Mr. and Mrs. William Hammel and daughters, Grace and Mildred, Mrs. O.M. Knipple, Mrs. Hiram Brown and Mrs. L.E. Lewis, of this city. Friday 29 December 1911

Death-Francis Luciele Hammond was born in McCook, Nebr., July 16, 1907 and died in Canyon City, Colo., Dec. 27, 1910. The mother brought the body to McCook, Dec. 30, and funeral services were held at the home of M.H. Hammond at 2 p.m. by L.E. Lewis, Pastor of the M.E. church. The mother has the sympathy of many friends. Friday 6 January 1911

Old Resident Dies-John J. Real, died at his home in this city, Monday, January 3, 1911. He has been ill with pneumonia about two weeks, but the immediate cause of his death was heart trouble from which he had been suffering for about three months. Mr. Real was born March 31, 1866 at Princeville, Illinois. He came to this county with his parents in 1886 and lived at Perry until about ten years ago when he moved to this city and he and his mother have made their home here since then. He has had charge of the elevator at Perry for that time. He is survived by his mother, two brothers Frank of this city and Thomas, of Grafton, and three sisters, Mrs. P. O’Connor of Grafton, Mrs. Walter Hicklin of this city, and Mrs. E.F. Caffery of Stamford. He was a quiet, unassuming man, who was highly esteemed by all who knew him, and leaves many friends to mourn his death. The sympathy of all is extended to the bereaved family. The funeral was held Wednesday morning at 10:30 o’clock at St. Patrick’s church and was attended by the Knights of Columbus and the F.O.E., of which orders he was a member, in a body, beside a large number of friends. Friday 6 January 1911

The infant son of Mr. and Mrs. Fred Schlect died of pneumonia early yesterday morning. The sympathy of the community is extended to the sorrowing parents. Friday 6 January 1911

Lost Their Babe-Juanita, aged 8 months, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. B.H. Bos, died Sunday, January 8, 1911, of convulsions after an illness of but one day. The body was taken to Prairie View Kansas, for burial Monday. Mr. Bos is employed in DeGroff & Co.’s general store. The heartfelt sympathy of the community is extended to the sorrowing parents. Friday 13 January 1911

Sudden Death-Death came suddenly, without a moments warning to S.N. Wilson Wednesday at 12:30 a.m. while he was asleep in his bed. Stephen N. Wilson was born in Vincennes, Indiana, November 4, 1855; died January 18, 1911 of heart failure. He had been sick a short time before but had seemingly almost recovered and spoke of how much better he felt only the afternoon before. He came to McCook to work for W.H. Akerman in the livery stable April 24, 1898 and worked for him in the Blue Front livery stable four years. He then bought the Commercial barn and in 1904 bought the Blue Front livery barn from Mr. Akerman and has been very successful in the management of both barns up to the present. He was most genial and accommodating, and had a host of friends. He is survived by two brothers, Marion who lives in Tennessee, and Charles of this city, and two sisters, Mrs. Anna Bunting and Mrs. J.F. Yates both of Vincennes, Indiana. He has a niece, Mrs. Travis Lane here with whom he had made his home since she has moved here. His remains were sent yesterday to Vincennes and were accompanied by his brother. Friday 20 January 1911

Fatal Accident-Last Thursday afternoon while loading sand at the sand bank west of town the earth caved in and crushed to death Alfred Lofenburg. Two others narrowly escaped from being killed at the same time. They began to dig out their companion as soon as they had extricated themselves but he was extinct from the unfortunate young man when they got him out. Alfred Lofenburg was born in this city 19 years ago and has lived here all his life. He was an industrious honorable young man and a dutiful son. His mother died a few months ago. He is survived by is father, John Lofenburg, and four brothers. The sincere sympathy of this whole community is extended to the afflicted father and brothers. The body was taken to Inland for burial beside his mother. Friday 20 January 1911

Death of Sadie Coyle-This community was deeply shocked Monday evening to learn of the death of Miss Sadie Coyle, whose illness was of but a few days duration, but of the fatal malady pneumonia. She was taken sick on Thursday of last week and a fatal climax was early indicated. Death closed a scene of pain at about seven o’clock Monday evening. Departed save for the years she spent in St. Louis with an uncle, has been a resident of this section since 1888, and none knew her well but to love her for her kindly gentle and ladylike ways. She was accomplished but retiring. The Republican expresses a large tender sentiment in extending the sorrowing old mother, sisters and brothers the sincere sympathy of many. Requiem Mass was conducted this morning at ten o’clock in St. Patrick’s church, a large number of friends attending, after which the remains were consigned to the grave in Calvary cemetery. Sadie Coyle was born in Nebraska City, Nebraska, March 31st, 1879. She came to Red Willow county in 1888 with her parents and lived for some time on the farm up in Coleman precinct. She afterwards went to St. Louis, where she attended Forest Park College for seven years, being graduated from that school in 1901. She afterwards attended a business college in St. Louis for a year. She then returned to McCook where she made her home until her death. Her mother and three sisters and two brothers survive her. Departed was a charter member of Court Granada, Daughters of Isabella No. 77. Father Loughran of Dawson arrived in the city last night and assisted at the mass this morning. The Daughters of Isabella attended the service in a body and six of their members in white were pall bearers. The Knights of Columbus also were represented as pall bearers. Father Patton conducted the mass and Father Loughran delivered the sermon. Friday 3 February 1911

E.F. Crouse Dead-E.F. Crouse, one of the old settlers of this part of Red Willow county, died at an early hour this morning. He has been ill for a long time his disease baffling the physicians. The funeral will be held on next Saturday afternoon at 2 o’clock from the residence in McCook at 811 3rd street west. Many old time friends will join us in the sentiment when we express to the bereaved wife and children our profoundest sympathy. Friday 10 February 1911

Obituary-Last Saturday afternoon at two o’clock, brief services were held at the residence 811 3d street west, Rev. L.E. Lewis officiating, and many friends paying a tribute of respect to the memory of the one gone on before by their presence and sympathy. After the home service the remains were interred in Riverview cemetery, of this city. Edgar Fulton Couse was born in Woodstock, Illinois, August 17th, 1858. Died in McCook, Nebraska, February 5th, 1911. Was married to Louise Butler, March 28th, 1888. He is survived by his wife, seven children, Troy E., Paul H., Owen F., Helen L., Phillip A., Roger B., and Beulah E. and two sisters, Mrs. O.C. Murphy of Callaway, Nebraska and Mrs. Werner Boecklin, Jr., of New York City. Departed was among the very earliest settlers of this part of Red Willow county. He was one of the old guard. Thought in ill health for years he has been a man of energy and has been one of the successful farmers of this section. He was highly regarded by many friends. The bereaved wife and children have tender sympathy of all. Friday 17 February 1911

Nathan Thomas Hall-Was born in Shelby County, Illinois, October 4, 1851, and died at Excelsior Springs, Missouri, February 11, 1911, aged 59 years, 4 months, and 7 days. He was married May 7, 1874 and moved to Missouri, where they lived for several years. From there they came to Clay county, Nebraska, and after a few years to Hitchcock county, arriving in the spring of 1884. They were among the early homesteaders and took a claim a few miles north of where Trenton now is. In a few years they moved to Trenton, since which time Mr. Hall has been closely identified with everything to improve the village, taking an active part in the organization and government of the village, helping schools and donating liberally to all public enterprises. He had built up a successful real estate business, and has been closely connected with the First National Bank of Trenton since its organization. He had lately been a sufferer with asthma and heart trouble which caused him to see a change of climate going to Excelsior Springs, Missouri, where the end came last Saturday morning. His wife and son, Frank and daughter, Alda were with him when he passed on to the better world. The body arrived home Sunday, and the funeral was held at the family residence at one o’clock Monday, the service being conducted by Herbert M. Mills, pastor of the Congregational church and Trenton Lodge No. 20 A.O.U.W., of which he was a charter member. Friday 24 February 1911

Mrs. Nancy J. Boorn-Who has been in ill health for the past ten years, died at the home of her daughter, Mrs. H.C. Clapp, with whom she has lived since they came here, Monday, March 13, 1911. She was born in New York, January 21, 1843. Her maiden name was Nancy J. Whitefield. Her remains were taken early Tuesday morning to Allegan, Michigan, for burial and were accompanied by Mr. and Mrs. H.C. Clapp. Friday 17 March 1911

Albert Powell Askey-Was born June 18, 1903 and died March 10, 1911, aged 7 years, 8 months and 22 days. The funeral services were held at his late home in South McCook, Sunday afternoon at 2 o’clock, Rev. L.E. Lewis, officiating. The deceased was a son of Mr. and Mrs. Benjamin Askey. His body was interred in the Riverview cemetery. Friday 17 March 1911

Saturday afternoon our town was shocked when they heard of the death of Mrs. E.E. Devoe, who seemed to be in the best of health until shortly before her death. Mrs. Devoe went to Royal Neighbor lodge as usual, but after she complained of a queer feeling and was taken very sick. She was immediately taken to her home and in less than an hour had passed away. Just before being taken sick she signed an application card to be present at the Rebekah lodge at their next regular meeting. Friday 17 March 1911

Ruth, aged three years, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. B.L. Fuller of Imperial, died at their home last week and was brought to this city Sunday for burial in Riverview cemetery. Mrs. Fuller is a daughter of David Deveny of this city. Rev. L.E. Lewis officiated at the interment. The sorrowing parents have the sympathy of the community in their affliction. Friday 17 March 1911

The infant child of Mr. and Mrs. L.W. Meyers died at their home Sunday and was buried in Riverview cemetery Monday. The sorrowing parents have the sympathy of the community in their affliction. Friday 17 March 1911

Obituary-Mrs. L.W. Myers died Sunday, March 19, 1911, after an illness of about one week. Charlene Stoddard was born in this city, April 11, 1893, and has always lived here, except for a few years when her parents moved to New York, returning here again about five years ago. She was married to L.W. Myers in July, 1909. She leaves to mourn her death a husband, a little son one year old, a mother and three sisters. The sympathy of the community is extended to the bereaved ones. Funeral services were held, at her late home, 1206 2d E., Tuesday afternoon, Rev. R.T. Bayne, officiating, and her body interred in Longview cemetery. Friday 24 March 1911

On last Thursday morning at about 11 o’clock, little Ruth Erma Hoppe, the infant daughter of Mr. and Mrs. J.W. Hoppe, quietly and peacefully passed away. She was born Feb. 25th, 19811, and died March 16th, 1911, aged 19 days. The services were conducted at the house by Rev. A.J. May, and the interment was in the Bartley cemetery. Friday 31 March 1911

Death of Mrs. J.F. Haskin-Mrs. J.F. Haskin died Friday evening, March 17, at 10 o’clock, following an operation performed in one of the hospitals of Omaha Tuesday morning. From the hour of the operation up to Friday afternoon hopes were held of its success and her subsequent recovery, but she, took a sudden change for the worse Friday afternoon and died that night. The body was brought to Benkelman Sunday morning, the sorrowing husband and son and Mrs. A.W. Brown of Modale, Iowa, Mr. Haskin’s mother accompanying. Funeral services were held in the Methodist church Monday forenoon at 10 o’clock, the sermon being preached by Rev. W.R. McKnight, of the United Presbyterian church, assisted by Rev. J.F. Hageman, of the Methodist church. Emeline Balderston was the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Jacob K. Balderston, and was born in Lynn county, Iowa, June 7, 1871. In 1887 her parents moved from Iowa to Benkelman, and she, with her brother and sisters, accompanied them. She was married to J. Frank Haskin of this city, Jan. 2., 1893, and to this union was born one son, Harold aged 11 years. Benkelman News Friday 31 March 1911

Thos. J. Ruggles Dead-Was born near Clarksbury, Ky., Nov. 12, 1849. Removed to Keokuk county, Ia., in 1855, when April 4, 1878, he was united in marriage to Nancy Osborn, coming to Franklin county, Neb. Here they remained one year only, when they came to their homestead in Red Willow county, Neb. In 1890 the family was returned to Iowa and spent one year, while Mr. Ruggles went to the extreme Northwest to look for a location. Not probably impressed with the country he returned with the family to the old home where he resided until the autumn of 1909, when he came with his wife and daughters to Indianola, leaving the farm in care of the only living son, Arthur. He has since made his home in the village. In early life he obeyed his Lord’s commandments and became a Christian united with the Church of Christ. Mr. Ruggles was resigned in his last illness, and said, if it was the Lord’s will he was ready to go. He departed this life April 12, 1911. Aged 62 years, 4 months and 20 days. There remains with us the wife, one son, and four daughters. The first child, a son, having died in infancy. Indianola Reporter Friday 14 April 1911

Amy A. Daniels was born in Logan county, Ill., January 21, 1871. She moved with her parents to Nebraska in 1875, where she grew to womanhood, and where she was engaged in teaching in our public schools. She was united in marriage to Alfred H. McElroy, March 11, 1900. To this union were born seven children, six of whom survive. The oldest nine years of age the youngest about three weeks. She succumbed to our common enemy, death, April 9, 1911, being aged thirty seven years, three months, fifteen days. Friday 21 April 1911

Burned to Death-Last Friday Lydia Propp was so badly burned she died the next day. She was visiting at the home of her uncle, Henry Propp, in South McCook, who was burning trash, but had covered the fire with dirt to keep it from being scattered by the wind. The little girl was rolling a hoop and it ran upon the pile. She ran after it and her foot went through the dirt and the flames burst out igniting her dress, and before the fire in her clothing could be put out her dresses were burned off to her waist in front and completely in the back, burning her hair. Lydia was over five years of age; she was born in Russia, May 4, 1905. Her father was killed in a mine explosion in Washington, about two years ago, and his brother brought the family here to live where he could care for them. The afflicted family have the heartfelt sympathy of all in their sorrow. The funeral services were held in the German Congregational church Sunday afternoon and her body interred in the Riverview cemetery. Friday 21 April 1911

Atha Alice Stewart, aged two and a half months, daughter of Roy and Hazel Stewart, died Saturday evening about nine o’clock. Funeral services were held on Monday at the house on what is known as the Giles farm by Rev. Warner, after which interment was made in the Culbertson cemetery. Friday 21 April 1911

Called to Rest-After a Busy, Active Life, Both as Private and Public Citizen-Stephen Bolles Dies-Leaves a Memory that Will Long Be Remembered by His Family and Neighbors and In History of County-Tuesday night, May 2, 1911, closed the earthly career of Stephen Bolles, one of Red Willow county’s earliest and most prominent and best known citizens, at his home on his farm in Box Elder. He was born in Wisconsin March 3, 1842. Came to Red Willow county in the spring of 1873, settling on the farm on Red Willow creek where he lived until his death. He was married to Martha Vaughn to which union three children were born, Stephen D. Jr., Charles M., and Orlie, all of whom survive him. The deceased was active in all affairs for the betterment of this section of the state and was a county commissioner of Red Willow county for fifteen years and his record in that office is a matter of pride not only to himself and family but to all his friends and cannot be assailed even by those opposed to him in politics. He was also the most active worker in the county in furthering the agricultural development of this section and to his personal efforts and at considerable expense he would have agricultural exhibits at both county and state fairs which otherwise would not have been made, and credit for it has always been accorded to him for it. For years the exhibits at the state fairs from this county has been through his efforts. He was a member of the Masonic order, and the funeral was held under the auspices of that order, many members from here and adjoining towns attending the services in the Methodist church at Box Elder, yesterday morning, which in spite of the rain was attended by an unusually large concourse of friends, Rev. David Brown, the pastor, preaching the sermon. His remains were buried in the Box Elder cemetery. He as a man whose many charitable acts will never be known as he wished to do good without any ostentation. The heartfelt sympathy of every one goes out to his widow and children in their sorrow. Friday 5 May 1911

Fatal Accident-Dr. George Neve, of this city, who went to Culbertson frequently, was there Wednesday and wished to return home in the morning, and as there is no train until the Imperial train in the evening that stops there he attempted to get on No. 70, the through freight and fell, striking his head against one of the cars and cutting a gash in the back of his head, which evidently caused his death. One foot was cut off at the ankle and the other at the instep, and his side and back was also badly bruised by the fall. He was taken at once to a physician and his wounds cared for in the best possible manner. His wife went up on No. 13 and he was brought down on the branch train at 4 o’clock, but he died on the way down. Dr. Neve and wife, who are both chiropractors came here less than a year ago and opened an office. They made friends with all whom they became acquainted, and were prospering in their profession. The deceased was born in Merna, Nebraska, October 6, 1887. His remains were taken to that place Thursday morning for burial. The sincere sympathy of the whole community is extended to the sorrowing widow and friends. Friday 5 May 1911

Sidney Dodge Dead-Sidney Dodge passed away at his home in Marion this morning Thursday, June 15th, 1911, at 3 o’clock, surrounded by his friends and relatives. The end came without a struggle or any evidence of pain. He had laid on his bed with his eyes open all day and it is thought that the body was dead before he ceased to breathe. He had been lingering for a week gradually failing, but all had hopes of a rally and recovery. Twenty-five days ago he was stricken with a stroke of paralysis and it has been reported that he received four strokes in all, affecting his throat until he could not speak after the first stroke and making it most impossible to swallow his food. About a week ago he became unconscious and remained in a semi-conscious state until the end, not recognizing anyone. The remains of his wife who was buried in the Gerver Precinct cemetery will be placed beside him. Sidney Dodge was 69 years 1 mo. and 10 days old and had put in the best part of his life in Red Willow Co. He was an old pioneer of this country. He came here twenty-six years ago and he was about the first of our acquaintances. He was a good public worker helping who he could, a Christian man and a good citizen. He was attorney two terms for Red Willow county giving them good service while in service. We are not only loosing a good citizen but one of our best friends. Our sorrow and sympathy with his relatives cannot be expressed in words, but more eloquently by deeds and actions. Cedar Bluffs Booster Friday 23 June 1911

Mrs. Joseph Menard-Among McCook’s First Residents Is Called Away- Early Saturday morning after several months of failing health death came quietly, and painlessly, to Mrs. Joseph Menard at her home on First street east. She was confined to the house only about a week, the end coming gradually. Emila Adele Rofinot was born in Chicago, Illinois, September 17, 1842. She was married to Joseph Menard, in Chicago. Five daughters were born to this union, the husband and four of whom: Mrs. S.P. Rinker and Mrs. Fred Harris of Denver, Mrs. J.E. Miley, of Cincinnati, Ohio, and Miss Amie, at home, survive her. She and her husband came to McCook in 1884 shortly after the town had been located and have lived here continuously since then, having a part in the city’s welfare and progress. Her death came as a surprise to many, who did not realize she was seriously ill. Her cheerful, disposition and courage did not let her trouble her friends with her ailments. All her children were present at the funeral services which were held in St. Patrick’s Roman Catholic Church, of which she was a communicant, Monday morning at 10 o’clock, Rev. Wm. Patton, O.M.I., officiating, celebrating requiem high mass, the church was filled with the many friends and neighbors and was a testimony to the high esteem in which this estimable lady was held in this community. During the service, by request Mrs. P.F. McKenna sang. The body was laid to rest in Calvary Cemetery. The bereaved family have the heartfelt sympathy in their loss of a most excellent and loving wife and mother. Friday 7 July 1911

Obituary-The body of Guy M. Taylor, eldest son of Mr. and Mrs. S.D. Taylor, who was drowned at Portland, Oregon, about July 1, arrived here Saturday morning. The funeral services were held in the afternoon at the Christian church, Rev. D.L. McBride of the Baptist church officiating, and the remains buried in Riverview cemetery. The deceased was born in Prairie City, Iowa, August 23, 1889. In 1906 he came here with his parents and lived here with them over two years. In March 1909, he went to Spokane, and later went to Portland, Oregon, where at the time of his death, he was employed on The Elmore, a mail-boat, running daily between Portland and Oregon City. The night of his death he was visiting a friends on another boat which sailed at 11:30 that night. He and his friend had not noticed the time until the boat started. The plank had been taken in and he ran along the deck to see if he could jump ashore, but tripped and fell overboard. A deck hand saw him fall in, but thinking he could swim to shore, paid no more attention to him. When the boat returned from her trip the drowning of a fireman on the Elmore was being discussed and the deck hand remembered about the man falling in as they left, and told his officer who reported it to the harbormaster, and his body was recovered, when word was sent to his parents here. The funeral services were attended by the many friends of the deceased and the sorrowing family. The heartfelt sympathy of all is extended to the bereft family. Friday 14 July 1911

Mrs. Matthews’ Death-The funeral services of Mrs. Eliza Matthews were held at the home of her daughter, Mrs. R.D. Rodgers, on Sixth Street E, last Friday afternoon at 4 o’clock, Rev. R. T. Bayne, officiating, and were attended by the many friends and neighbors of the family. The deceased was born in Tennessee, August 16, 1837. She has been a resident of this state for many years. She is survived by two daughters, who live here, Mrs. R.D. Rodgers and Mrs. E.J. Baker. The remains were interred in Riverview cemetery. Friday 14 July 1911

Early Settler Dies-The community was greatly shocked Monday afternoon on hearing of the death of Wm. Remington, one of the early settlers. Although his health has been waning for some time and the end came painlessly yet it came unexpected. Mr. Remington has been making his home with Mr. and Mrs. Will Miller north of town, for a number of years and it was there that death overtook him. The funeral services were held Tuesday, Rev. Anderson, officiating. Interment was made in Hamburg Cemetery. Mr. Remington was born June 24, 1819 in Oswego county, N.Y., died July 3, 1911, aged 92 years and 10 days. Married to Lavina Countryman in Oswego county, N.Y., August 3, 1840. To this union nine children were of which five at living: Martin, of Lebanon, Neb.; John R. Remington of Lox, Colo., Mary J. Miller, of Danbury, Judson Remington of Danbury, Wm. Remington Jr. of Gandy, Neb. His wife died in Bates county, Mo., in 1867. From New York he moved to Illinois, next to Benton county, Iowa, later to Bates county, Mo., from there to Saline county, Neb., then to Red Willow county, Neb. in 1874 where he resided until the time of his death. He enlisted July 28, 1862 in the 28th Iowa Infantry Co. A., and was honorably discharged July 31, 1865. Friday 14 July 1911

Tragic Ending-B.H. Stewart Found Dead in Masonic Temple Building-This community was mentally stunned by the report that B.H. Stewart was found dead in the toilet room on the second floor of the Masonic Temple building a few minutes before eight o’clock this morning, with a bullet wound in his head, whether accidental or not is not known at present. Those who saw and talked with him a few minutes before say he seemed to be in his usual spirits and did not notice anything that would cause particular attention to his manner. His body was taken to the undertakers and prepared for burial at once. The deceased was born in Little York, Illinois, April 19, 1882, and was one of a large family, and had six brothers. He came here to work on the Tribune about six years ago and has worked in that office, with the exception of about nine months, until last December when he and Mr. Strunk started a job office, and last week began the publication of a paper. B.H. Stewart was high esteemed by those who knew him for his many good qualities, and his sudden death is mourned by many friends. He was married to Miss Dora Oyster June 1, 1910, and the heartfelt sympathy of everyone goes out to the young wife and his relatives in their affliction. As The Republican goes to press no arrangements have been made for the funeral. Friday 14 July 1911

Laid to rest-The funeral services of B.H. Stewart were held at his late home last Friday afternoon under the auspices of the Masonic lodge and the funeral services of the order were used. The Masonic and Knights of Pythias lodges marched from their halls to the house and many citizens also attended. A quartette, consisting of Mrs. Neal Quick, Mrs. A.M. Williams, T.F. McCarl and H.N. Rosebush sang several appropriate hymns. Four of his ten brothers came here and accompanied the body to Tingley, Iowa, for burial, where the father and the rest of the brothers attended the burial services, which were under the auspices of the Knights of Pythias. F.L. Wolff, of this city accompanied the remains to their last resting place as a representative of Masonic and Knights of Pythias lodges here. Friday 21 July 1911

William, the 17 year old son of Mr. and Mrs. D.J. Tjarks of this place, was drowned last Sunday while swimming in the Blue river at Beaver Crossing, Neb. A telegram was received here to that effect Monday, and his mother and sister left that evening to be present at the funeral which will be held at that place. The boy had been working at that place only two weeks before the misfortune occurred. Friday 21 July 1911

Died of Paralysis-Abraham Jeffers, aged 69 years, died Sunday morning at the home of his daughter, Mrs. Mapes in East McCook, from a stroke of paralysis. He had been afflicted from partial paralysis for a number of years. He had been a member of the Woodmen for about twenty years and funeral services were held under the auspices of that order. Friday 21 July 1911

Death of S.R. Messner-In the death of S.R. Messner last Saturday, of Danbury, passed from earthly scenes and activity one of the early settlers of Red Willow county and one of the prominent farmers and stockman of the Beaver Valley, as well as one of those high in Masonic circles. The deceased was born near Pine Village, Warren county, Indiana, June 12, 1851, died, July 15, 1911, aged 60 years, 1 month and 3 days. He was married to Miss Annie Henton, at Indianola, April 1878, to this union one son, Chauncey S. was born, who with his mother, mourn the loss of a kind and loving husband and father. The deceased, in company with W.T. Henton came to Johnson county, Nebraska, in 1873, fitting out an ox team, then they drove to where the Beaver and Sappa creeks join, at which place they fell in with Joe and Eugene Dolph and the four of them coming up the creek together. The Dolph boys were just returning from filing on their homestead. The deceased and W.T. Henton were the third and fourth to file on the Beaver, west of Lebanon. The deceased in company with W.T. Henton, Geo. S. Johnson, the Ashton brothers and Dolph brothers took a leading part in organizing the county. Friday 28 July 1911

Obituary-Baby “Harry Paul”, son of Mr. and Mrs. Harry Derrick died July 25 after an illness of two days. Buried, Wednesday, 26 from the home of the baby’s grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. W.A. McCool at Indianola. Music was furnished by male quartette consisting of Messrs. Human, Quick, Calvin and Clarke with a beautiful duet by Mmes. Hadley and Calvin, Rev. Norlin conducting the services. Harry Paul Derrick, born August 11, 1910, Died July 25, 1911. The young couple have the heartfelt sympathy of the entire community. Friday 4 August 1911

Death of Thomas Doyle-Thomas Doyle aged 17 years and 8 months, son of Mr. and Mrs. James Doyle, of Perry precinct died Sunday evening at the home of his parents. He had not been feeling well for several weeks but was not thought to be seriously sick. Wednesday of last week he became worse and had to go to bed. He was not thought to be dangerously ill the, but grew steadily worse, and medical aid did not relieve him, he had a hemorrhages from the nose and death came quietly to the patient Sunday evening about 4 o’clock, shortly after the trained nurse came to care for him. The deceased was born and lived all his life in Perry precinct. He was well and favorably known in that community and in this city. He is the first of a large family to be claimed by death and leaves five sisters, three brothers, mother and father, to mourn his death. The family have the heartfelt sympathy of everyone in their affliction. The funeral services were held in St. Patrick’s church Tuesday morning at 10 o’clock, Rev. Father Haggerty officiating and his body interred in Calvary cemetery. Friday 4 August 1911

Drowned in Water Hole-Tuesday afternoon Paul, the fifteen year old son of Mr. and Mrs. Hubert Beach, of near Box Elder, was drowned in a water hole in a canyon. He had been building fence and thought he would take a swim in the hole. There was about ten feet of water in it. Two children were with him. He swam across the pool a couple of times and then suddenly sank not coming up, the children became frightened and began crying for help. They got one of their neighbors but it required over an hour before the body could be recovered. His father was in town at the time and did not know of the death of his son until he got home. The funeral was held yesterday afternoon and the body interred in Riverview Cemetery in this city. The bereaved family have the sincere and heartfelt sympathy of everyone in their sorrow. Friday 11 August 1911

Richard L. Fritsch, the seven months old child of Wm. Fritsch and wife died Thursday morning of cholera infantum. He had been sick only a few days. Funeral services were held at the home Friday morning, conducted by Rev. Mitchell. The bereaved young parents have the deepest sympathy of the community. Friday 11 August 1911

After an illness of two months duration, Clarence McCarty passed to the Great Beyond, at his mother’s home here, at 3 o’clock Tuesday afternoon, aged 33 years. He leaves a wife, two children, mother, two sisters and three brothers to mourn his loss. Friday 18 August 1911

Joe Cisar having been afflicted with paralysis for some time died and was buried Saturday in the cemetery west of town. He had been a resident of the county for years. Friday 28 August 1911

Mrs. McCreath Dead-Last Sunday evening Mrs. A.H. McCreath died at her home, 410 3rd street E., after a long illness. Miss Maggie Burns was born in Toronto, Canada February 2, 1878, and moved to Raton, New Mexico in 1895, and October 4, 1906 was married to A.H. McCreath. In 1908 they moved to this city where her husband is a brakeman for the Burlington railroad. She is survived by her husband and little son about four years old. The funeral services were held in St. Patrick’s church Monday morning at ten o’clock, Rev. Father Patton officiating, and her remains buried in Calvary cemetery. Miss Mary Burns, of Raton, New Mexico, attended the funeral services. The sympathy of the entire community is extended to the bereft family. Friday 1 September 1911

Old Settler Dies-William Newton Cratly died Saturday, September 9, 1911, at his home, six miles south of this city, after an illness of several years. The deceased was born in Delaware, Ohio, October 9, 1842. He moved to Iowa with his parents when he was a small boy, and came to this county twenty-five years ago, settled on the farm where he lived until his death. He enlisted and served during the entire civil war in the cavalry of Iowa regiments. He was baptized and joined the Christian church of McCook in 1901. He leaves a wife and one daughter. He has always been well liked by his neighbors and has suffered much during his long sickness. The funeral services were held at his late home, Rev. D.L. McBride officiating, and his body interred in the Riverview cemetery under the auspices of the G.A.R. Post of this city. Friday 15 September 1911

Baby Steinman Dies-Tuesday afternoon September 12, 1911, James Charles, son of Mr. and Mrs. James Steinman, died at their home on Main avenue after a short illness from some stomach trouble. The little one was born in this city December 7, 1910. The bereaved family have the heartfelt sympathy in their sorrow at the little one’s death. Funeral services were held at the home Wednesday afternoon and the body interred in Riverview cemetery. Friday 15 September 1911

Sudden Death-Chris Larsen, who has been in the employ of the Burlington railroad for about twenty-five years and a general favorite with everyone, died suddenly Saturday night, September 16, 1911, in his room in the old Tulley building where he has been rooming alone for some time. He was born in Denmark and was about 53 years of age. His wife died about two years ago after a long sickness. About a year ago he quit the employ of the company and has been growing despondent since then. A bottle partly filled with wood alcohol in his rooms leads to the belief he had drank some of it which caused his death. He was buried in Riverview cemetery Tuesday, Rev. D.I. McBride officiating at the services. Friday 22 September 1911

Mrs. Benj. King Dies-Mrs. Benjamin King died Tuesday, September 26, 1911, at her home near Red Willow, after an illness of about two weeks. Alice Show was born July 26, 1876 at New Hartford, Iowa, came to this state with her parents in 1884 and lived on a farm about 10 miles northeast of this city. She was married to Benjamin King August 31, 1908, to which union four children were born, three of whom and her husband survive her. She has been a member of the Baptist church since 1896. Mrs. King was a bright, cheerful lady, a dutiful daughter and a kind and affectionate wife and mother. The funeral services were held yesterday afternoon at 2 o’clock in the Baptist church and was largely attended by friends and neighbors. The sincere and heartfelt sympathy of the community are extended to the bereaved family. Friday 29 September 1911

Obituary-Rose May Williams was born Oct. 12, 1876, near Indianola, Red Willow county, Nebraska, died Sept. 12, 1911, aged 32 years, 11 months. Rosa’s life was one of unusual suffering. She was born during the historic Cheyenne Indian scare. Her mother died while Rosa was an infant, and while in Iowa attending school in 1884, she was severely frozen in a snow storm, some of the extremities of her body being sloughed off. At eight years old she submitted to a surgical operation, and since has three or four times endure the same ordeal for various ailments. For the past two years her life has hung in the balance and it became evident that death was only a matter of time. Through it all she was patient, having embraced Christian faith in her girlhood. She leaves a father, two sisters, Mrs. Ella Hillyar, of Omaha, and Mrs. Sylvia Barber, of Willow, Wyoming, a half sister and many friends whose sympathy she has shared during her much affliction. The funeral occurred form the family resident, just west of Wauneta, Wednesday morning, conducted by Elder Wine, of Enders. The remains were taken to Indianola, Nebr., for interment. Wauneta Breeze Friday 29 September 1911

Obituary-Cora Etta Walker was born October 28, 1869, near Penora, Iowa, resided there with her parents until the age of fifteen, when the family moved to Hitchcock county, Nebraska in February 1885. She was united in marriage to E.W. Vanhorn, December 9th, 1886. To this union was born five children, three boys and two girls, of which four remain: Mrs. Adolph Schmidt, of Dunning, Nebr., William Vanhorn, Esther and Miles who are at home with their father. Her mother, two brothers and two sisters also survive her. She united with the M.E. church in 1890 and was a member until death claimed her, Saturday, September 23, at 3:30 P.M. The neighbors showed their appreciation of a good citizen and neighbor by their kindness and help during her illness and after death. She was buried in the Culbertson cemetery Monday afternoon at 4 o’clock. Friday 29 September 1911

John Brady Dead-Tuesday afternoon, October 10, 1911, many were surprised and shocked to hear that John Brady had died at noon. Some did not know he was ill and other had heard he was improving. But he was taken suddenly worse the night before and death followed quickly after the relapse. John Nelson Brady was born June 17, 1885, near Fairbury, Illinois. He came to this country in 1887 with his parents and has lived on the farm north of town until he became sick about five weeks ago, carrying on the work on the farm when the rest of the family moved into town several years ago. He was an exemplary young man. Everyone was his friend and had a good work to say of him. He leaves to mourn his death, a father, mother, two brothers, four sisters and all who knew him. He was a member of the Knights of Columbus, and that order marched in a body to the cemetery. The funeral services were held in St. Patrick’s church Thursday morning, and the building was filled to overflowing. Rev. Father Patton, officiating. It was one of the largest funerals ever in this city. The heartfelt sympathy of the whole community is extended to the bereft family. Friday 13 October 1911

Keith Dore Jacobs-Word was received here last Friday by C.H. Jacobs that his son, Keith had been seriously injured Thursday night at Falls City, where he was in the employ of the Missouri Pacific railroad company, by being struck by an engine in the yards there. He was taken to the company’s hospital at Kansas City at once. His father and brother, Kenneth, went immediately to Kansas City and were with him when he died Sunday. Everything possible was done for him, but without avail. Deceased was born in this city October 4, 1892, and was 19 years of age, and is survived by his father, two brothers and three sisters. His remains were brought here Tuesday, and funeral services held Wednesday in the Baptist church, Rev. D.L. McBride, officiating. Co. M lst Reg. N.N.G., of which he was a member attended in uniform. The services were attended by a large congregation and the profusion of flowers attested the sympathy of the community. The bereaved family have the heartfelt sympathy of everyone in their affliction. Friday 20 October 1911

J.M. Trammell died at his home on Third Street, East in this city early in the morning of Saturday, October 14, 1911, of typhoid fever after being confined to his home for but five days. John Marshall Trammell was born in Martinsburg, West Virginia, September 21, 1867. In 1884 he came west to Kansas City, and in 1887 he came to this city and entered the employ of the Burlington railroad, beginning work in the round house and working up to be an engineer, but for the past several years he has been engine inspector and night foreman of the round house. He has a wide acquaintance among railroad men and especially on the Burlington system. He has always been popular with his fellow workmen and those who knew him in this city. He was generous to a fault, and many of his kind acts to others will be recalled by his friends. Every department of the service on this division sent floral offerings to his funeral, and notwithstanding the storm the men in all the departments here who could go, and some from other divisions, attended the funeral to pay their last tribute of respect to his memory. Several very beautiful and costly wreaths were sent, one especially from his comrades at the round house. The funeral services were held at his late home Sunday afternoon at 3 o’clock, Rev. Alfric J.R. Goldsmith, rector of the Episcopal church, officiating. A quartette, Mrs. P.R. McKenna, Mrs. F.L. Wolff, F.M. Kimmell and Frank Colfer, sang two suitable selections. His remains were interred in Calvary cemetery. The deceased leaves a widow, a son four and a half years old, three brothers and four sisters, beside numerous friends to mourn his death. The sympathy of all the community goes out to the bereaved family. Friday 20 October 1911

Mrs. Whittaker Dead-Mrs. Mary A. Whittaker, mother of George Whittaker, of this city, died at the homer of her daughter, Mrs. Fred. L. Hendershot, in Cheyenne, Wyoming, Saturday, October 21, 1911, after a long illness, aged 62 years. Her remains were brought to this city Tuesday morning and funeral services were held in the Methodist church at 10 o’clock, and her body buried in the cemetery at Danbury, where she lived before coming here to live with her son. The sympathy of the community is extended to the bereaved family. Friday 27 October 1911

Died in Cheyenne-The sad word was received at this place Saturday night announcing the death, that night, of Mrs. Mary Whittaker at her daughter’s home in Cheyenne, Wyoming. Mary Augusta Belden was born in Savoy, Mass., June 2, 1849. She was united in marriage to Cleaber H. Whittaker February 14, 1870. They moved to Danbury, Nebr., in 1879. Here her husband passed away October 21, 1890, just 21 years prior to her death. Deceased had been ailing for over a year from cancer and had been bedfast the past five months. She moved to McCook, Nebr., in 1901, where she has made her home until death came. She is survived by her three children, Mrs. F.L. Hendershot, of Cheyenne, Wyo., George A. Whittaker, of McCook, Nebr., and Mrs. O.H. Colling of Otis, Colo., who live to mourn their loss. Friday 3 November 1911

Died of Paralysis-Mrs. Frank Cramer, died at her home three miles south of Quick, Frontier county, Tuesday night, November 21, 1911, aged about 51 years. She was stricken with paralysis last week. She leaves to mourn her sudden demise besides many friends, a husband and two children. Her remains were brought to this city for interment. The bereaved family have the sympathy of the community in their sorrow. Friday 24 November 1911

Death Comes Quickly-Timothy Hannan Dies Suddenly Early Sunday Morning-The residents of this city were shocked to learn Sunday that Tim Hannan had died suddenly early that morning with a few minutes from the time he felt ill. He woke about 3 o’clock by a pain in his left side which was so severe he called his wife to get him some medicine he had been taking for stomach trouble, but died before his daughter Anna, in another room reached him. Physicians were summoned but he had passed away before they could have reached him. Timothy Hannan was born April 20, 1852, at Ohio Station, Illinois, died December 10, 1910. He was married to Miss Elsie Hammell, February 24, 1878 in Princeton, Illinois. Four children were born to them, two of whom, Anna and Frank, with the widow survive him. He moved to this county with his family in 1886 and lived on a farm five miles south of this city for four years when they moved here, and he entered the dray business which he continued until his death. The heartfelt sympathy of the community is extended to the bereaved family. Funeral services were held at the home Tuesday morning and his body interred in Calvary cemetery. Friday 15 December 1911