McCOOK TRIBUNE NEWS 1911

WEDDINGS:

Carson-Ziegler-New Year morning, John W. Carson of Wray, Colo., and Miss Laura Belle Ziegler of Alma, Neb., were married by Rev. L.E. Lewis at the Methodist parsonage. Mr. and Mrs. Carson will make their future home in Wray, leaving for there on No. 3 same night. Thursday 5 January 1911

Married in Lincoln-Miss Isabel E. Armstrong of this city and Adair Galusha of McCook were quietly married at high noon yesterday at the Lincoln hotel in the apartments of the bride’s uncle and aunt, Mr. and Mrs. A.H. Armstrong, The Rev. T.L. Sexton officiated, a small company of relatives being present to witness the ceremony. Mr. and Mrs. Galusha left in the afternoon for McCook where the groom is engaged in business. Mr. Galusha is a son of ex-Secretary of State A. Galusha. Wednesday’s Lincoln Journal. The young people arrived in McCook, their future home, last night on No. 3. Congratulations. Thursday 9 March 1911

Married by County Judge-Miss Erma B. Tumbleson and Mrs. Wallace Reader were married at the home of Mr. C.L. Price Wednesday of this week, at 2:30 o’clock in the afternoon, County Judge Moore performing the ceremony. Mr. Reader is employed in the McCook Milling Co.’s plant here. They will make their home in the dwelling of the bride’s father in this city. Thursday 16 March 1911

Premer-Ohlson-On Wednesday of last week, March 18, 1911, Mr. John Premer and Miss Lottie E. Ohlson were united in holy matrimony at the hour of high noon at the home of the bride’s parents, A.J. May officiating. Miss Mabel Bede and Mr. Ben Ohlson were the bridesmaid and best man. Miss Gertie Premer played the march while the company marched from an adjoining room to the parlor where the solemn ceremony was administered and congratulations were received. A large number of guests composed of relatives, numbering 30, were present to witness the occasion. Immediately following the congratulations the company as invited to the dinning room where they were served a magnificent diner. Bartley Inter Ocean Thursday 23 March 1911

Married-J.T. Freeburg of Denver, and Miss Flora Schaefer, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Henry Schaefer, who live just west of town, went to McCook Monday morning in M.M. Bree’s auto and were quietly married there by County Judge Moore. They left on Tuesday morning for Denver, where they will make their future home. Mr. Freeburg is in the employ of the Burlington railway at that place. Mrs. Freeburg is a graduate of the Culbertson high school Culbertson Banner. Thursday 30 March 1911

Maywood Couple Married-Miles S. Gates and Miss Beth Newell, both of Maywood, Nebraska, were married in the Congregational parsonage of our city, Saturday afternoon, August 19th, Rev. R.T. Bayne officiating. The young people were accompanied by Miss Esther Gates and C.A. Rowin, driving over from Maywood. Tuesday 20 April 1911

Hileman-Ebert-At high noon today, Curtis L. Hileman and Minnie Ebert, two estimable young people of our city, were married at the home of the bride’s parents, Mr. and Mrs. Charles Ebert in South McCook, Rev. L.E. Lewis officiating. Thursday 20 April 1911

Nikant-Kummer-Mr. Adolph Nikant and Miss Lizzie Kummer were married at St. Patrick’s church on Wednesday morning Father Patton, O.M.I. officiating. They will make their home at Hemingford, Nebraska, whither they journeyed on Thursday of this week. Thursday 27 April 1911

Colver-Dougherty-Ira A. Colver and Dora Dougherty, both of Wray, Colo., were married at the Baptist parsonage, Wednesday morning, Rev. McBride officiating. They returned to Wray same morning. Thursday 18 May 1911

 

 

 

Married in Kearney-Mr. A.E. Hotchkin, manager of The McCook Milling Co., and Miss Bertha Hecox of Kearney, Nebraska, Wednesday, May 31st. They arrived in our city, last Thursday evening, and have gone to housekeeping at 401 6th street east. The Tribune congratulates. Thursday 4 June 1911

Deabenderfer-Rhoads-Mr. Richard R. Deabenderfer and Miss Margaret Marshall Rhoads, both of our city, were married last Sunday evening, at the residence of the bride’s sister, Mrs. J.A. Eckman, Rev. L.E. Lewis officiating. The ceremony was performed in the presence of only immediate relatives. Both bride and groom have been in the employ of C.L. DeGroff & Co., the bride in the ready wear department, the groom in the clothing section. Both are most excellent young people and many friends will join in wishing them a happy and prosperous matrimonial voyage. They at once went to keeping house in a suite of rooms over the Pade furniture store on Main avenue. Tuesday 13 June 1911

Hall-Underhill-Orie E. Hall and Miss Gracie A. Underhill were married at the residence of her parents, Mr. and Mrs. E.C. Underhill in South McCook on last Thursday afternoon, June 15th, 1911, Rev. D.L. McBride of the Baptist church officiating. A goodly company of relatives and friends were present. Mr. and Mrs. Hall began housekeeping immediately in South McCook, with the good wishes of many friends. Monroe Lively and Miss Hazel Hall of Wymore, Neb., acted as groomsman and bridesmaid. Miss Florence Wilson presided at the piano and artistically rendered the wedding march. Little Minnie Wilson acted as ring bearer. Resident guests: Mr. and Mrs. S.D. Taylor, Mr. and Mrs. A.M. Wilson, Mr. and Mrs. John Knobs, Misses Ella and Dora Simmerman, Eva and Bertha Knobs, Polly Boyd, Esther Amen; Messrs. Jake Amen, J.W. Underhill. Out of town guests: Angie Underhill, Fred Underhill, Mrs. N.E. Dawson of Cornell, Neb. Tuesday 20 June 1911

Green-Leineweber Wedding-Beatrice, June 20, Floyd A. Green of Stanford, Mont., and Miss Rose A. Leineweber of near Adams, were united in marriage by Rev. J.E. Davis of the First Christian church at 2:30 p.m., the ceremony taking place at the parsonage. The groom is engaged in the lumber business at Stamford. He is a son of Cashler R.A. Green of the Citizens’ National bank at McCook, Neb. The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. H. Leineweber, prominent farmers near Adams. The young people left for Stanford, where they will make their home. Lincoln Journal Thursday 22 June 1911

Bales-Stone Wedding-Miss Myrtle E. Bales and Mr. Harry V. Stone, both of this city, were married at the home of her parents Mr. and Mrs. T.H. Bales of East McCook, Wednesday evening at eight o’clock, County Judge J.C. Moore performing the ceremony in the presence of relatives and a few close friends. The young couple left on No. 13, today, for their future home at Brush, Colorado. Thursday 22 June 1911

Barritt-Hughes Wedding-On the evening of June 14, 1911, at the home of the bride’s parents, Mr. and Mrs. Walter W. Barritt, occurred the marriage of their only daughter Miss 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 forth, the happy couple attended by Mr. Lloyd Barriett and Miss Francis Hughes, a brother and sister of the bride and groom, took their places before a beautifully decorated window. Carnations and ribbon 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 M. 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 messaline 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 is the only daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Barritt and has spent most of her life in southeastern Nebraska, but during the past three years she has lived in McCook. She has won a host of friends. The groom is the eldest son of Mr. and Mrs. S.D. Hughes, an intelligent and industrious young man of the firm of Jennings & Hughes. They were the recipients of many useful and beautiful presents, such as checks, cut glass, hand painted china and silverware. The guests from out of town were: Mr. and Mrs. B.F. Newlon of Palmer, Neb.; Mr. and Mrs. D.M. Newlon of Central City, Neb., uncles of the bride and Miss Flora and Molly Newlon of Central City, cousins of the bride, Mr. Wilcoxon of Lincoln and Mrs. Ray of Norton, Kansas, 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 laughter and a shower of well wishes they left for Denver and other points in Colorado. After June 24th they will be at home to their many friends on West 2nd street. Thursday 22 June 1911

Happy Nuptial Event-The Marriage of Mr. John Rice and Miss Regina Provance-Wednesday morning at 8 o’clock Mr. John Rice and Miss Regina Provance, two most estimable and popular young people of our city, were solemnly wedded in St. Patrick’s Catholic church, Rev. W.M. Patton, O.M.I., being the celebrant of the nuptial mass by which these highly esteemed young friends were made husband and wife until death does them part. Besides the high contracting parties there were Miss Marguerite Rice of ScottsBluff, Nebraska, sister of the groom and Dr. Arthur Colfer, and Miss Lillian Provance of Baltimore, Md., sister of the bride, and Mr. Ed. Williams, in the wedding party. With Miss Claire McKenna at the pipe organ, Mendelssohn’s Wedding March was played as a processional, and the Wedding March from Lohengrin as a recessional. The bride and groom and a small wedding party of relatives and most intimate friends then repaired to the cozy home of the young folks, first door north of the Baptist church, where a dainty wedding breakfast was served. The groom is known as one of the most promising young lawyers in this section of the state, and connected with W.S. Morlan’s office. The bride is the charming sister of Mrs. J.M. Trammell, with whom she has made her home for years, since coming here from the old home in Baltimore, Md. The Tribune has very warm wishes for their success and happiness. Thursday 29 June 1911

Married This Morning-Mr. William J. Moore of Billings, Montana, and Miss Jessie Lee Bruce, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. J.A. Bruce of our city, were married this morning at 7 o’clock, Rev. L.E. Lewis of the Methodist church officiating, in the presence of members of immediate family and a few friends. A wedding breakfast was served immediately after the ceremony, and the happy couple departed on No. 13, this morning, for their future home in Billings, Montana, The bride has been the efficient lady in charge of the ready-to-wear department in H.C. Clapps, store; the groom is a railroad man. They take with them to their new home the congratulations and best wishes of many McCook friends. The guests were: Misses Tressa Rector, Clara Burton, Bridgie Doyle, Tacie Delong, Mabel Bruns, Josephine McClure, Barbara Schlect, and Pearl Lawritson. Thursday 29 June 1911

Gatewood-DeMay Wedding-Wednesday morning at St. Patrick’s church, Mr. W.F. DeMay of Denver and Miss Iva Gatewood of our city were joined in holy wedlock, Rev. Wm. Patton, O.M.I., celebrating the nuptial mass at eight o’clock. Miss Matie Elbert and Dr. J.A. Colfer stood up with the wedding party. Miss Millie Elbert presided at the pipe organ during the ceremony, two vocal solos by Mr. Francis Colfer adding to the particulars. The bride is the eldest daughter of Dr. and Mrs. A.T. Gatewood a popular and accomplished young lady. The groom is the chief clerk to the Burlington’s general foreman at Denver, and a sterling young man, well known in McCook, where he has spent several years of his life in the Burlington office service. They departed Wednesday for Denver, where they will make their home. The Tribune adds its heartiest well wishes and congratulations. Thursday 17 August 1911

 

 

 

Lynn Hoyt and Miss Lena Hellriegel Married-McCook Young Man Takes Kearney Girl for Bride-At the home of Rev. J.E. Darby, in the southeastern part of the city, Lynn B. Hoyt and Miss Lena Hellriegel were married Wednesday afternoon at two o’clock. Edward Strain was best man and Miss Stella Wenzell was bridesmaid. The wedding was performed in the presence of a few intimate friends. The groom is a resident of McCook and is well known here, having been one of the star athletes of the Normal school. He is a graduate of the Normal, having received his diploma last year. The bride has resided in Kearney several years and until recently her parents were here, but they are now making their home in San Luis Valley. She is also a graduate of the State Normal school here. Mr. Hoyt arrived in Kearney from McCook Wednesday morning. Wednesday afternoon at four o’clock he left with his bride for Oconto, where they will make their home. Mr. Hoyt has been elected principal of the Oconto schools for the coming year. During the past few years he has been a contractor and builder of McCook, near which place his father resides on a ranch, but decided to enter the teaching profession. Kearney Hub. Tuesday 22 August 1911

Stoddard-Abrahamson-Miss Evalyn Stoddard of Lincoln, Nebraska, and Mr. Ray Abrahamson of Minneapolis, Minnesota, were married in Lincoln on August 16th, 1911, the Rev. Chapman officiating. After October 1st they will be at home to their friends in McCook, Nebraska. Mr. Abrahamson is boiler inspector of the McCook division and Mrs. Abrahamson up until a year ago has been a resident of this city. Thursday 31 August 1911

Dunbar-Osborn-Miss Zella May Osborn of our city and Mr. John F. Dunbar of Omaha were united in marriage, this morning at 4:30 o’clock, Rev. Alfric J.R. Goldsmith of the Episcopal church performing the ceremony, in the presence of the immediate relatives and a few choice and near friends of the high contracting parties, at the home of the parents of the bride, Mr. and Mrs. R.M. Osborn. The young folks took No. 2, this morning, for their future home in Omaha, where Mr. Dunbar is employed in the shoe department of King-Swanson Co. as manager. Miss May Dunbar, sister of the groom, of Hastings, accompanied them as far as Hastings. Mr. Dunbar is well known to many McCook friends he having spent several years in McCook. Miss Osborn has been a resident of McCook during most of her life and enjoys the friendship of a host of people, who wish her every happiness in her married life. Tuesday 5 September 1911

Miss Edith Newberry of this city and Mr. R.H. Partridge of Minden were married by County Judge Moore at McCook Monday., August 28th. They will make their home at Minden. Thursday 7 September 1911

Elbert-Lyon-St. Patrick’s church was the scene of a quiet wedding Thursday morning at 5 o’clock when Miss Agnes Elbert and Ray Lyon were united in marriage by Father Patton, O.M.I. Miss Millie Elbert played the wedding march. Afterward, a wedding breakfast was served, and the happy couple left on No. 9, via Denver, for Pueblo, where the groom is proprietor of a photo play theatre. Mr. Lyon’s brother Will and his mother and aunt from outside were present. Thursday 11 September 1911

Mennell-Mathes-John A. Mennell and Miss Stella Mathes were happily wedded, Sunday afternoon at 3:30 o’clock at the home of the bride’s parents, Mr. and Mrs. J.B. Mathes, Rev. D.L. McBride of the Baptist church performing the ceremony in the presence of a number of guests. These estimable young people launch out on the sea of matrimony with the best wishes of many friends. Monday 18 September 1911

Sommers-Rickards-Mr. Edgar E. Sommers of Grafton, Neb., and Miss Jemima Rickards of Culbertson, Neb., were joined in marriage Wednesday a.m. at the Baptist parsonage, D.L. McBride officiating. The young people were accompanied by Mr. and Mrs. Asa Schlegel of northwest of town. They will make their home in Fillmore county, Nebraska. Thursday 21 September 1911

 

Heckman-Barbazette-Two Well Known Young People Happily Wedded-The marriage of Miss Deborah Catherine Heckman daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Geo. C. Heckman, to H. Virgil Barbazette was celebrated at 11 a.m., Wednesday, September 20th, at the home of the bride’s parents, 89 Elberon Ave., Cleveland, Ohio. Only the members of the two families witnessed the ceremony at which Rev. Dr. Monlin, Dean of Trinity Cathedral, officiated. The home was prettily, but simply decorated. The living room, the scene of the wedding, was trimmed entirely in green and white southern smilax, palms, and ferns were used as a background in a large bay window where they were married beneath a bower of smilax covered with bride’s roses and white carnations with streamers of white ribbon. The pretty young bride, who was given in marriage by her father, wore a simple gown of white crepe de chine trimmed with fillet lace over white satin,. She carried a shower bouquet of white roses and lilies of the valley. The groom wore the conventional black. They were unattended. The bridal party approached the altar to strains of Lohengrin’s Wedding March, played by the bride’s sister and brother, Miss Virginia and Mr. George Heckman, violin. Master Forrest, the little brother of the bride, was ring bearer, carrying the ring buried in the heart of a rose. After the ceremony the wedding dinner was served in the dining room where the color scheme was the same as that carried out in the other part of the house. Festoons of smilax hung from the chandelier to the corners of the table fastened by large bows of white ribbon, roses and carnations. The couple left during the afternoon for their wedding journey to Niagara Falls. They will be at home after November 1st in McCook. Thursday 28 September 1911

Married-At the Methodist parsonage on Wednesday evening at 8 o’clock, Mr. Sanford R. Stevens and Miss Hattie E. Horton, both of Akron, Colorado, were united in marriage, L.E. Lewis, pastor of the M.E. church, officiating. They left on No. 14 for Bartley, where they will visit with the parents of Mrs. Stevens, Mr. and Mrs. J.E. Horton, after which they will return to their home in Akron. Thursday 5 October 1911

Happily Wedded-Miss Lois A. Bosworth, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. C.G. Bosworth of the National hotel, and Mr. Roscoe Austin, of Denver, were quietly married, Sunday evening, at the bride’s home, the National hotel, in the presence of her parents and of guests of the hotel. The bride was charmingly gowned in a sky blue messaline, and the groom wore conventional black attire. To the strains of Mendelssohn’s wedding march played by Miss Florence Wilson, the young couple approached the hotel parlor, where County Judge Moore performed the ceremony. A wedding supper followed the ceremony. Congratulations were extended the happy young people and social hour with an impromptu musical program concluded an event of pleasant memories in the Bosworth home. Monday 9 October 1911

Burnett-Hillers-Mr. John Wesley Burnett and Miss Mildred Rena Hillers of our city were married in Holdrege, last Friday, November 3rd, 1911, going down to our neighboring city on No. 2 of that morning. The young folks returned home on No. 1, Saturday and have gone to housekeeping at 314 1/2 Main avenue with the hearty good wishes of many warm friends. Monday 6 November 1911

Married in Trenton-Mr. Sidney L. Viersen and Miss Lela M. Fisher, both of McCook, were united in marriage by Rev. C.L. Anderson at the Methodist parsonage, Wednesday, November 22d, 1911. Trenton Register The Tribune joins the many friends of these popular young people in wishing them a happy married life. Monday 27 November 1911

Hassler-Moore-Wednesday morning at 5:30 in St. Patrick’s church, Mr. Frank S. Hassler and Miss Nora Elizabeth Moore, both of our city, were united in marriage, Rev. Wm. Patton, O.M.I., officiating. The young people left on No. 9, same morning, for Denver, on a brief wedding trip to be about until Sunday night. Upon their return they will go to housekeeping at once in their home at 502 west 2nd street, which is already furnished for their reception. Both are well known and popular in this community for their high characters and attractive personalities, and a very large circle of friends will join with The Tribune in wishing them a bon voyage on matrimony’s sea. Thursday 30 November 1911

Married-Geo. H. Nielson of Sturgis, So., Dak., and Miss Georgia Dunn of Freedom, Neb., were married at the Baptist parsonage Saturday evening, December 23, and left on No. 6 for Sturgis where Mr. Nielson is superintendent of the city schools. Monday 25 December 1911

Married-At the home of Mr. and Mrs. W.N. Rogers, on the Shadeland Park farm east of McCook, on Christmas day at 7 p.m., their daughter, Miss Pearle A. Rogers was united in marriage to Mr. Frank H. Hammel, son of Mr. and Mrs. William Hammel of McCook. Promptly at the appointed hour the sweet strains of music from the piano and violin filled the home and Mr. Hammel and Miss Rogers entered the parlor and stood underneath 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 M.E. church of McCook, 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, and songs by Mr. Bonger and son, of Denver. The bride and groom were the recipients of many beautiful and costly presents. They will reside in Curtis, Nebraska, and will be at home to their friends January 1, 1912. May long life and happiness attend them and may the sunshine of love ever fill their home. Those present were: Jessie Hammel, George Bonger, wife and son, of Denver; Orville Hammel and Scott Cummins, of Bronson, Kans., Bert Hammel, Mrs. Ira Dye and daughter of Curtis, Nebraska; William Hammel, wife and two daughters Grace and Mildred, Mrs. O.M. Knipple, Mrs. Hiram Brown and Mrs. L.E. Lewis of McCook, Monday 25 December 1911

 

Roe-Blanchard-Mr. Harry Roe of Bagdad, Florida, and Miss Minnie Claire Blanchard of our city were married at the residence of J.M. Blanchard in our city, this high noon, Rev. R.T. Bayne, of the Congregational church performing the ceremony. Thursday 28 December 1911

Smith-Balcom-Wednesday afternoon at three o’clock, Mr. Claude S. Smith of Gallup, N.M., and Miss Mabel V. Balcom of Holbrook, Nebraska were united in marriage at the Methodist parsonage, Rev. L.E. Lewis officiating. They departed on 3, Wednesday night, for their future home in New Mexico. Thursday 28 December 1911

DEATHS:

Brought Here for Burial-Last Thursday morning on No. 2, the remains of Oscar Hammond’s little daughter arrived here from Colorado for burial. Services were held at the home of his brother Milton Hammond, Thursday afternoon, conducted by Rev. L.E. Lewis of the Methodist church, after which burial was made in Riverview cemetery. Frances Lucile Hammond was born in McCook, July 16th, 1907, and died in Canyon City, Colorado, December 27th, 1910. The sympathy of many friends go out to the sorrowful ones. Thursday 5 January 1911

John Real Passes On-Death on Monday Evening Follows an Illness of Several Weeks-After an illness of several weeks, John Real passed away on Monday evening at the home of his mother in this city. Death was the result of a complication of diseases. In 1897 he had an attack of inflammatory rheumatism which left him with a valvular heart leakage. Last fall an attack of typhoid fever brought on a return of the heart trouble, which finally resulted in his death. Funeral services were held in St. Patrick’s church, Wednesday morning t 10:30, a requiem high mass being conducted by Rev. W.J. Patton, O.M.I., and assistants. “Jack” was an old settler and much beloved by many, and the services and ensuing burial in Calvary cemetery were largely attended by sorrowing and sympathizing friends. The funeral services were under auspices of the Knights of Columbus of this city. John Real was born in Princeville, Peoria county, Illinois, in 1866. Moved to Livingston county, Illinois, in 1874. Came to Red Willow county in 1886. For past ten years has been manager for Real & Easterday at Perry station, this county. During the quarter century Jack has lived in Red Willow county he has endeared himself to a host of friends. Among the relatives from out of town present at the funeral were: Mrs. O’Connor, Mr. and Mrs. Tom Real, M.P. O’Connor, Emmett and Mary Real, all of Grafton, Nebraska, and Mrs. E.F. Caffrey of Stamford, Nebraska. Thursday 5 January 1911

Death of Baby Bos-Little Juanita Mae, the 9 months old baby daughter of Mr. and Mrs. B. H. Bos, died on Sunday. Monday on No. 16 the body was shipped to Prairie City, Kansas, for burial. The sorrowing parents accompanied the remains. Mr. Bos is employed in the dry goods department of C.L. DeGroff & Co., Thursday 12 January 1911

 

 

 

Death of Baby Smith-Mr. and Mrs. G.C. Smith of Red Willow precinct, mourn the death of their infant daughter, Iris Irene, who passed away Saturday, after a brief, suffering existence. Services were conducted at the home, a short distance southeast of the Star school house, Sunday afternoon, by Rev. L.E. Lewis of the McCook Methodist church, after which the body was conveyed to McCook and burial in Riverview cemetery. Iris Irene Smith was born July 19, 1910, Died January 14, 1911. Age 6 months, 26 days. Thursday 19 January 1911

Treacherous Sand the Cause of Boy’s Death-Alfred Lofvenburg Crushed and Smothered to Death in a Cave-in in Sand Pit Near Town-Near a Bank Where Young Man Met Death-in a Similar Manner Last Summer-Leon Clark and Ben Lofvenborg Have a Close Call for Their Lives-Alfred Lofvenborg, son of John Lofvenborg, of West McCook, met death last Thursday afternoon, in the Flitcraft sand pit, a few miles west of the city in a cave-in. He, his brother Ben, and Leon Clark were in the pit, loading a wagon, when the earth and sand from above caved in upon them. Ben had just thrown his shovel of sand onto the wagon and was in standing posture, hence noticed the approaching sand and was just able to rush to safety. Alfred and Mr. Clark were both in a stooping position and were in a trice overcome by the weight of earth and sand. Mr. Clark was able to extricate himself sufficiently to escape death but Alfred was crushed and smothered to death before relief could reach him-possibly death was practically instantaneous. The remains were taken to Inland, Nebraska, Saturday morning for burial besides the body of his mother. The pit was not the same on in which the young man was killed last summer, but near it. This is the second death that has occurred in these sand pit and it should seem now as thought steps should be taken to make further victims of the treacherous sand impossible. The dead boy was 19 years of age, an honest hard working lad with many friends. His father and the rest of the family are greatly and tenderly sympathized with in this tragedy and sorrow. Mr. Lofvenborg and son Ben, accompanied the body to Inland for burial. Alfred Lofvenborg was born in McCook, November 25, 1891. Died January 12th, 1911. His life was insured for $2,500 in the Bankers Life Insurance Co., of Lincoln. Thursday 19 January 1911

After a Brief Illness-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 Tribune expresses a large and 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. Thursday 2 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. Thursday 9 February 1911

Death Calls A Third Time-Thomas Coyle Answers the Summons, the Third Member of the Coyle Family Within Two Weeks-Thomas Coyle passed away last Saturday morning, after an illness of about two weeks, commencing with pneumonia, but ending in a fatal combination of other maladies. His death makes the third member of the Coyle family to pass away within two weeks, an extraordinary record of fatality, all of them being taken down with pneumonia. Thomas Coyle was born in Nebraska City, and came here with the family in 1888, where he has since lived. Services were conducted in St. Patrick’s church last Monday morning, Rev. Wm. Patton, O.M.I., celebrant. Interment followed in Calvary cemetery. Thursday 16 February 1911

Edgar Fulton Couse At Rest-Interment Was Made on Last Saturday Afternoon in Riverview Cemetery, This City-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 9th, 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. Though 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. Thursday 16 February 1911

Jakob Schillereff died March 16th, 1911, after a long suffering at the home of his son Adam Schillereff, 502 W. 4th street, McCook, at the age of 63 years, 6 months, 14 days. The funeral services will be held Saturday, March 18, 1911, at 1:30 p.m. at the house and 2 p.m. at the German Congregational church on West 3rd street. All friends are invited to take part. Thursday 11 March 1911

Albert Lowell Askey-Albert, son of Mr. and Mrs. Ben Askey of South McCook, died on last Saturday of pneumonia following an attack of measles. Services were conducted at the home, Sunday afternoon at two o’clock, by Rev. L.E. Lewis of the Methodist church, after which interment was made in Riverview cemetery of this city. Many neighbors and friends sympathized with the bereaved parents in the loss of their fine promising boy by their presence at the services. Albert Lowell Askey was born on June 4th, 1903. Thursday 16 March 1911

Jacob Wiggins Dead-Jacob Wiggins, who died yesterday morning, was born in Rome, N.Y., August 17, 1826. He came to Nebraska in 1873 and engaged in the grain business at Red Cloud. He was also in the business at Falls City, Culbertson, Pawnee City and McCook. Prior to his brief illness which resulted in his death, he was still engaged in active work. Mr. Wiggins was a man of remarkable mental and physical powers for one of his advanced years. At the last annual session of the state historical society he made an address on the building of the New York Central railroad. He talked without notes. He also gave an entertaining account of his life as a farm boy over seventy years ago in the Empire state. He is survived by four sons, H.S. Wiggins and Ben H. Wiggins of Lincoln, Charles E. Wiggins of Powell, Wyo., and Will Wiggins of South Bend, Ind. His wife died several years ago. The funeral will be held Thursday afternoon at 2 o’clock from the home of his son, Ben H. Wiggins, 148 South Twenty-ninth street. Burial will be at Wyuka. Thursday’s Lincoln Journal Thursday 16 March 1911

Little Ruth Fuller-The remains of Little Ruth Fuller were brought down from Enders, Nebraska, Sunday afternoon in an automobile, and burial was made in Riverview cemetery, the same afternoon, about three o’clock, Rev. L.E. Lewis of the Methodist church conducted a brief service at the grave, where the party was met by the clergyman. Little Ruth was three years of age. She was a granddaughter of Mr. and Mrs. David Deveny of East McCook. The little one passed away last Saturday at four o’clock. Thursday 16 March 1911

 

Mother Carty Buried Here-Wednesday morning on No. 2, the remains of Mrs. Carty, mother of Peter Carty, for years yardmaster in McCook for the Burlington, were brought here for burial. Services were held in St. Patrick’s church, Rev. Patton officiating, after which the body was interred in Calvary cemetery. Thursday 6 April 1911

Death of an Early Settler-Thomas J. Ruggles Passed to the Beyond Monday Morning-Word reached here Monday morning of the death of Thomas J. Ruggles, in Indianola that morning, after an illness of some duration. Burial was made Tuesday afternoon in the Indianola cemetery. T.J. Ruggles was an early settler near this city, where he lived until a few years ago, when he retired from active farm life and moved into Indianola. He has been ailing for a long while, and death came as a relief from pain. The wife and daughters have much tender sympathy from friends in McCook and this part of the county. Tom Ruggles was a rugged and sturdy character, such as developed this west land. Thursday 6 April 1911

Thomas Ruggles, one of Red Willow’s pioneer settlers died at his home Sunday afternoon. The funeral service was held at the house Tuesday morning at 11 o’clock. Mr. Mitchell having charge. Mr. Ruggles has been ailing for some time past. He was sixty-one years of age. Thursday 6 April 1911

Joseph Cisar died at his home in Indianola Thursday morning. He and his family moved to town just this winter. Thursday 20 April 1911

Died From Burns-Last Friday morning, Lydia, the six year old daughter of Mrs. Propp, who was visiting her brother-in-law Henry Propp of South McCook, was seriously burned, her dress catching fire from a small fire burning rubbish in the yard. The child died the same night about ten o’clock. Services were held in the German Congregational church Sunday afternoon at three o’clock by Rev. Henry Kauerz, after which burial was made in Riverview cemetery. The little girl was rolling a hoop, which went into the fire, and the little one’s clothes caught fire as she rescued the hoop from the fire. Mr. Propp sought to extinguish the fire, but the little girl was meanwhile too, severely burned to live. Mr. Propp’s hands were quite painfully burned in attempting to extinguish the burning clothes. Thursday 20 April 1911

 

Chas. Gentry Dies-Chas. Gentry who had been sick several weeks at the home of the family in the Hitchcock property, died last Saturday, April 8. The funeral was held at the house Sunday afternoon and the burial was made in the Grand View cemetery. The I.O.O.F. lodge had charge of the services and Rev. Wathal of the Christian church preached the sermon. The family came here last fall from Danbury, Neb., and Mr. Gentry had filed on a homestead wets of town in the John Hitchcock’s neighborhood, expecting to have moved on it this spring. Mrs. Gentry intends making Wray her home in the future. A brother of the deceased, Roxy Gentry of Indianola, Neb., and a sister from Oxford, Neb., were here to attend the funeral. The widow and her children have the sympathy of this community in their bereavement. Wray (Colo.) Gazette Thursday 20 April 1911

Dr. Neve Fatally Injured-Goes under fast freight No. 70 at Culbertson, Wednesday morning, While attempting to board moving train-Body to Merna, this Morning-George A. Neve, chiropractor, was fatally injured Wednesday morning, at Culbertson, in attempting to board fast freight No. 70, while that train was passing through Culbertson. A leg was cut off above the foot and other injuries were sustained by the unfortunate man. The injured man was brought home during the afternoon, but died on the way between the depot and his home. Death was likely caused by shock and loss of blood. Mr. Neve, it is said, had learned that Mrs. Neve was not well, and took chances on getting on the train in order to get home before the regular train in the afternoon. Mr. Neve, went up to Culbertson on No. 13, the same morning, and returned home with her injured husband on the McCook-Imperial train in the afternoon. The affair is a most distressing one which has drawn the tenderest sympathy of the community to the bereaved young wife who survives him. Mr. and Mrs. Neve have been engaged in the practice in this city and vicinity for about a year. Some Later Particulars: It is said that the doctor fell between the platform and the moving train. One foot was taken off, the other received injuries which would have required amputation of the toes. The fatal injury is said to have been at the base of the brain, and looked as though some sharp article had penetrated to the spinal column. Buried at Merna, Neb.: The remains were shipped on No. 2, this morning, to Merna, Nebraska, where the body will be buried tomorrow. George A. Neve was born in Merna, Nebraska, October 6th, 1887. The father and sister of Mrs. Neve arrived from Hastings last night and they accompanied the bereaved wife to Merna with the body. Thursday 4 May 1911

Stephen Bolles Passes Away-In the death of Stephen Bolles, Sr., at his farm on the Red Willow at Box Elder, Tuesday night, May 2nd, 1911, one of the early settlers and most prominent citizens of Red Willow county is removed from the scene of earthly activities. Stephen Bolles, Sr., was born in Wisconsin on March 3rd, 1842. He came to Red Willow county in the spring of 1873, settling on his present farm on Red Willow creek, what is now known as Box Elder. He was married to Marilla Vaughn. Three children were born to them, all of them now living, Stephen D. Bolles, Jr., Charles M., and Orlie. Steve Bolles, as he is familiarly, and generally known, came to Red Willow county in the dawn of its history, and has ever since been a zealous and active worker for its development and improvement. For fifteen years he served Red Willow county as a county commissioner, and the record he made for economy and careful use and control of public funds during his official life will stand the closest inspection and may be pointed to with pride. Another matter that was a source of satisfaction and pride to Mr. Bolles was the question of the agricultural development of Red Willow county. His work in connection with county and state fairs cannot be duplicated by any living citizen of the county. He was most active and persistent in this matter, and some of the finest exhibits ever made in Lincoln are to be credited to him. Mr. Bolles was an ardent and zealous Mason, and the great order had his funeral in charge, many members of the order from McCook and other parts of the county were present at his funeral this morning. The funeral services were held this morning in the Methodist church at Box Elder, Rev. David Brown pastor preaching the sermon. A large concourse of neighbors and of friends from surrounding country and from McCook and other towns of the county were present and paid their last respects to the memory of a citizen who has left an impress upon the neighborhood and county in which he has so long resided. The Masons were in charge of the services at the cemetery adjacent. He is survived by his wife, and three children, Stephen, Jr., Charles M., and Orlie, and to them goes out the heartfelt sympathy of a host of friends over Red Willow county. Thursday 4 May 1911

Buried in Riverview-Funeral services over the remains of Mrs. Eliza Matthews were conducted at the home of survive her, Mrs. R.D. Rodgers, last Friday afternoon at four o’clock, on 6th street east, Rev. R.T. Bayne of the Congregational church preaching the sermon. Though a quiet home funeral, the services were attended by many friends and neighbors of the family. The departed was 73 years, 10 months and 20 days old at her death. Mrs. Matthews was born in Marion county, Tennessee, but was for many years a resident of Nebraska. In early girlhood days a member of the Methodist church, she later became a member of the Presbyterian church and remained a member till her death. Mr. Matthews preceded her to the spirit land some few years since. Two daughters living here survive her, Mrs. R.D. Rogers and Mrs. E.J. Baker. Tuesday 11 June 1911

Guy M. Taylor At Rest-Remains are Buried Saturday Afternoon in Riverview Cemetery-The remains of Guy M. Taylor, whose death was briefly noted in Thursday’s Tribune, arrived from Portland, Oregon, last Saturday morning, on No. 2, and funeral services were held in the Christian church, Saturday afternoon at three o’clock, Rev. McBride of the Baptist church officiating and interment being made afterwards in Riverview cemetery of our city. The church was filled with sympathetic friends. Rev. McBride preached most feelingly from the text, “Here we see as through a glass darkly, but there we shall see face to face.” A number of beautiful floral offerings rested upon the casket. It was a sad home coming, and every heart responds to the touch of sympathy and condolence. Mr. and Mrs. Taylor and son are most grateful to all for assistance and sympathy and for the lovely flowers which rested upon the remains of their dear one. Guy M., eldest son of Mr. and Mrs. S.D. Taylor of this city, was born at Prairie City, Iowa, August 23, 1889. Died at or near Portland, Oregon, July 1st, 1911. Aged 21 years, 10 months and 18 days. The deceased removed from Iowa to this city with his parents when 17 years old and resided here something over two years. Two years ago last March he went to Spokane, Wash., where he was engaged in superintending cement work. About ten months ago he went to Portland, Oregon, where he was employed upon a mail packet boat plying between Portland and Oregon City. He leaves his parents and one brother, Ray, to grieve his going. Tuesday 11 June 1911

Death of S.R. Messner-Passed Away at Danbury Saturday-Funeral Monday-In the death of S.R. Messner, last Saturday, in Danbury, passed from earthly scenes and activity one of the early settlers of Red Willow county and one of the prominent farmers and stockmen of the Beaver valley, as well as one of those high in Masonic circles. The funeral was held in Danbury Monday, and burial was made in the cemetery a few miles east of that town. A large concourse of people from all over the Beaver Valley and from various parts of this county attended. Deceased was a member of St. John Commandery of this city, and several members form here attended, as well as a number from other Masonic bodies of the city. Among the Knights Templar were W.E. Hart, M.O. McClure, W.E. DeLong, S.S. Silver, H.G. Phelps, W.B. Mills, and C.E. Eldred. Other Masons present from McCook were: Clifford Naden, Lon Cone, A.G. Bump, R.J. Gunn, W.T. March, T.A. Endsley, Joseph Lowley. The pall bearers were: Sir Knights, Hart, Phelps, Mills, Eldred, DeMay and Morris. Honorary pall bearers: McClure and DeLong. Master R.J. Gunn of McCook lodge 135 was marshal. S.B. Smith of Indianola was acting master during the ceremonial. Besides there were a number of Masons from Indianola, Lebanon and other points in attendance. Deceased was one of the potential factors in the settlement development and advancement of Red Willow county. He was especially prominent in politics, being one of the leaders of the Republican party from its earliest organization in the county. Tuesday 18 June 1911

 

 

Burris H. Stewart Laid to Rest-Body Shipped to Tingley, Iowa, Friday and Buried Beside his Mother-Funeral services over the remains of B.H. Stewart were conducted at the home Friday afternoon at three o’clock, McCook lodge No. 135, of which departed was the late master, being in charge. The lodge members marched from their temple to the residence in organization. Their ceremonial was beautiful and impressive. A large circle of friends were present to pay a tribute of respect to the memory of the departed, and to give tender expression to the living of their heartfelt sympathy. A “watch” from the same fraternal body remained with the remains until evening train bore the body to Tingley, Ia, a large body of Masons escorting the remains to the train, and F.. Wolff accompanying the body to Iowa as the joint representative of the Masons and the Knights of Pythias. Burris H. Stewart, the youngest in the family of thirteen boys, was born in Little York, Illinois, April 18th, 1882. Died in McCook, Nebraska, July 13th, 1911. He is survived by his young wife nee Miss Dora Oyster, to whom he was married June 1st, 1910. The floral offerings from the several Masonic bodies and from other orders and friends constituted an elaborate and appropriate expression from brethren and neighbors. A quartette, Mrs. Neal Quick of Indianola, Mrs. A.M. Williams, Mr. T.E. McCarl and Mrs. H.N. Rosebush, sang several familiar, appropriate hymns. Pastor Bayne of the Congregation church offered prayer and made brief remarks preceding the ceremonial service. Four brothers accompanied the remains from McCook, namely, E.M. Stewart of Colorado Springs, Colorado; J.R. Stewart of Diagonal, Iowa; W.W. Stewart of Tingley, Iowa; J.T. O. Stewart of Omaha, Nebraska. There were thirteen brothers in this unusual family, ten brother surviving the departed, and in addition to those going from here it was expected that the six others as well as the father, would be present at the burial in Tingley, Iowa, vix: I.B. Stewart of Des Moines, Iowa; W.B. Stewart of Chicago, Illinois; A.R. Stewart of Columbus, Ohio; T.B. Stewart of Bellevue, Iowa; C.R. Stewart of Kit Carson, Colorado; F.H. Stewart of Des Moines, Iowa. The two brother who had passed on before were: P.H. Stewart, who died in 1864, and E.W. Stewart, 1904. Mother Stewart passed into the spirit land July 14th, 1896. Father Stewart survives, though being now in his 83rd year. The father and the ten brothers were present at the funeral in Tingley, Iowa, which was held in the M.E. church there, Sunday, the fifteenth anniversary of the funeral of his mother, and was conducted by the Tingley and Diagonal pastors. The large church was filled, many being of lodges of Tingley and Diagonal to secure seats. The K.P. attended. At the grave, the six younger brother relieved the pall bearers and gently laid all that was mortal of their youngest brother beside the mother he loved so well. He was highly respected by the people of Tingley, where he graduated from the high school at the age of fourteen not long before the death of his mother, fulfilling her wish that she might live to see the graduation of her youngest child. Since the death, it has become known that he was overcome with heat about July 6th, the date of the first issue of his paper; that this caused mental derangement, although he struggled to conceal his illness and continue his work, and that the prospects for mental recovery would not have been favorable. Tuesday 18 June 1911

Abraham Jeffers Dead-Abraham Jeffers of East McCook died on Sunday morning, after a long illness, having for years been a partial paralytic, and quite helpless for last several months. Deceased was born in Clark county, Illinois, July 24, 1842. Died in East McCook, Nebraska, July 16, 1911. Funeral services were conducted at the home Tuesday afternoon at three o’clock, burial ensuing in Longview cemetery of this city. Four children survive him., Mrs. Mapes of East McCook, Mrs. Walter Bales of Ravenna, Nebraska, Henry and Ed Jeffers. Deceased was a member of and carried insurance in the Woodman order which conducted the services. Tuesday 20 June 1911

Death of Sidney Dodge-Sidney Dodge passed into the spirit land, Thursday morning of last week, after a final illness of a few weeks. Death caused by paralysis, Mr. Dodge was in his 70th year. Services were held Friday morning in the Methodist church at Marion. Friday afternoon the body was conveyed overland to McCook, where interment was made in Riverview cemetery later in the day. An escort of old soldiers, county officials and others of this city met the body near this city and accompanied the remains to the cemetery, where they were buried with G.A.R. honors and ceremonies. Sidney Dodge was an early settler of Red Willow county, locating in an early day in the neighborhood of what is now called Marlon. He was always closely identified with the development of the county, serving two terms as its prosecuting attorney. He was a citizen of exemplary habits and life and goes to his reward esteemed and mourned by many. Tuesday 20 June 1911

Died This Morning-Just before going to press this afternoon, The Tribune learns of the death, about eleven o’clock this morning, of Mrs. Eliza Mathews, who has been ailing for several weeks. The funeral will be held tomorrow afternoon at four o’clock, services being held at the residence on 6th street east. Rev. Bayne is out of the city, but has been telegraphed for. Thursday 6 July 1911

Guy M. Taylor Drowned-Meets Death in that Way Near Portland, Ore., July 4-A telegram July 4th, brought Mr. and Mrs. S.D. Taylor of our city the crushing news of the death by drowning of their son Guy M. Taylor on that date near Portland, Ore. No particulars up to the hour of our going to press are obtainable. Guy has been in the northwest for the past two years, and for some time has been employed on a boat which ploys daily out of Portland to the daily newspaper business. Guy was about 22 years of age, and single. The body was shipped from Portland, Wednesday afternoon, and will arrive in McCook some time on Saturday for burial. The Tribune expresses the sentiment of this entire community in extending Mr. and Mrs. Taylor and family the profoundest sympathy of this city in this great and tragic sorrow which has thus so suddenly and unexpectedly come to their hearts and home. Thursday 6 July 1911

J.W. Rogers Buried Yesterday-The body of John W. Rogers arrived in the city of No. 15, yesterday and after services in the Methodist church at ten o’clock in the morning, conducted by Rev. L.E. Lewis, the remains were interred in Riverview cemetery. Although the fact of death and time of services were not widely known, yet a goodly number of sympathetic friends from country and city attended the services, thus indicating a genuine and heartfelt sympathy for Mr. and Mrs. Rogers and family. There were a number of beautiful floral offerings on the casket and potted plants and ferns, palms and cut flowers on the rostrum completed the pretty floral effect. John W. Rogers, eldest child of County Commissioner and Mrs. W.N. Rogers, was born in Jo Daviess county, Illinois, December 19th, 1877. He died at Beatrice, Nebraska, July 10th, 1911. At the age of 19 years he was overcome by the heat while working in the harvest field, and never recovered from the effects, it becoming finally necessary to place the unfortunate young man in the institution at Beatrice, where the disease accomplished his death. He is survived by his parents, two sisters and four brothers. Henry Rogers was out form Lake View, Iowa, attending the funeral, leaving for home today. Out of proper respect for their fellow county officer the doors the several county offices were closed during the hour of the funeral services. Thursday 13 July 1911

Samuel R. Messner-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 also leaves W.T. Messner of Cherryvale, Kansas; J.C. Messner, Oxford, Indiana; Frank Messner, Oxford, Indiana; Daniel Messner, Oxford, Indiana; and two sisters Edith A. Johnson of Denver, Colo., and Mrs. W.A. Minniear of this place to mourn his loss. 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, the four of them coming up the creek together. The Dolph boys were just returning from filing on their homesteads. The deceased and W.T. Henton were the third and fourth settlers to file on Beaver, west of Lebanon. The deceased, in company with W.T. Henton, George S. Johnson, the Ashton brothers and the Dolph brothers, took a leading part in organizing the county. Danbury News Tuesday 25 July 1911

Buried Here, This Morning-A telegram, Saturday last from Kansas City, Mo., announced the death of Earl Kelly, brother of Hugh Kelly of our city. Hugh took train 14, the same night for Kansas City, and returned here Monday night on train 15, with the remains for burial here. Earl Kelly was born in Norton, Kansas, January 11th, 1881. His parents located in McCook when he was one year old, and he lived here until he was grown, attending public school during his boyhood days. He died in Kansas City, Mo., August 12th, 1911, of typhoid fever. The pall bearers were selected from among the enginemen of this division. Brief services were conducted this morning at 11 o’clock at the home of Hugh Kelly, by Rev. R.T. Bayne of the Congregational church, burial in Longview cemetery following. Early Kelly spent his boyhood days in McCook, but for years has lived in the west. Typhoid fever is the given cause of death, and his illness was not known to relatives here. It seems that Earl had been notified of his mother’s intention to visit in McCook, and was on his way here, when he became ill. It is said that he spent a day or two in the hospital in Kansas City, and feeling some better had left the hospital. But a relapse returned him to the hospital and he soon became delirious and remained so until the end. His mother, Mrs. George C. Paup, of Harlan, Iowa, who happened to be here on a visit at the time of the son’s death, and the remaining brother of the family. Hugh Kelly, of our city, have the sympathy of many old time friends in this sorrow. Tuesday 15 August 1911

Death of Beloved Sister-Postmaster McCool of Indianola Mourns Passing of a Sister-The Indianola, Iowa, Herald of August 17th, contains an account of the death of Mrs. T.T. Anderson of that city, who is sister of Postmaster W.A. McCool of Indianola, this county. Mrs. Anderson died on August 11th, after an illness of more than a year most of the time being confined to bed. Eliza Agnes McCool was the eldest daughter of William and Lydia McCool, and was born on the farm home of her parents near LeClaire, Iowa, Scott county, October 19th, 1849. Receiving a liberal education she devoted much of early life to teaching, serving in that capacity in the schools of Davenport, Iowa and Omaha. Later became a city missionary, serving in Omaha, Indianapolis, and Topeka, Kansas, meeting her future husband. T.T. Anderson of Indianola, Iowa, while in the latter city and becoming his wife in Seward, Nebraska, June 12, 1895. Mr. Anderson was for many years editor of the Indianola, Ia., Herald, and the wife was his greatest support with her energy and culture in the editorial success of that paper for years. Affiliating with the Methodist church after her marriage, she passed triumphantly to her reward in that faith, mourned and beloved by all. Friends of Postmaster McCool in Red Willow county will deeply sympathize with him in the death of this sister, of whom it may be said “she went about doing good.” Tuesday 22 August 1911

After Long Illness-Death Claimed Mrs. Albert H. McCreeth, Saturday Evening-Mrs. Albert McCreeth passed to her reward last Saturday evening, after an illness of considerable length. Mrs. McCreeth is survived by her husband and one child, a boy about four years of age. Rev. Father Patton conducted the mass at St. Patrick’s church, Monday morning at ten o’clock, after which the remains were interred in Calvary cemetery. Mr. McCreeth is a brakeman in the Burlington service, and has not only the sympathy of his fellow employee, but of many friends outside the railroad service as well. A sister of the departed arrived from New Mexico to attend the funeral of the one gone on before. Maggie Burns was born in Toronto, Canada, February 2, 1878. In 1895 she moved to Raton, New Mexico, where she was married to A.H. McCreeth on October 4, 1905. She has resided in McCook since 1908. Miss Mary Burns a sister from Raton, New Mexico, attended the funeral. Departed was a member of the Royal Neighbors of this city. Tuesday 29 August 1911

Interment at Indianola-R.O. Williams of Wauneta came down on the branch train, last evening, accompanying the remains of his daughter Rose to Indianola for interment. The Williams lived in McCook for years, but the mother of the dead girl being buried in Indianola, it was thought desirable to lay the remains of the daughter beside the body of the mother there. Rose attended public school in McCook years a gone, and the family will be remembered with sympathy by many old time readers of The Tribune. Thursday 7 September 1911

Death of Baby Steinmann-The nine months old baby boy of Mr. and Mrs. James Steinmann died on Tuesday afternoon about four o’clock. The little one had been ailing for some time. Funeral services were held at the home in the Menard building on Main avenue, Wednesday afternoon, Rev. D.L. McBride conducting the brief services. Burial was then made in Riverview cemetery. The parents have the tender sympathy of friends in the loss of their little one. Thursday 7 September 1911

Boy Dies from Injuries-Theodore Adams, Victim of Accident, Dies on Monday of This Week-Theodore Adams, the twelve year old son of William Adams, who lives on the old Somerville place, was a victim of an accident Saturday which resulted in his death on Monday following. It appears that the boy fell or was thrown from the horse on which he was riding, sustaining injuries about the head which caused his death. Funeral services were conducted at the farm home, Tuesday morning, Rev. R.T. Bayne of the Congregational church in charge, after which the body was conveyed to the city and burial given in the Riverside cemetery. Six young neighbor boys and friends served as pall bearers. Just exactly how the boy came to his fatal injury will never be known, but it seems that he had been to see the wild west show on last Friday, and was attempting to do a wild west cowboy stunt on the farm horse, and was in some manner thrown off, receiving injuries which at the time were not regarded as serious at all, but which proved fatal on Monday. The bereaved parents and children have very tender sympathy in their keen sorrow. Thursday 14 September 1911

An Early Settler Dies-W.N. Cratty Joins the Great Majority - In Failing Health for Some Time-W.N. Cratty, who has been in failing health for some time, passed away on last Sunday morning at two o’clock, at his home southwest of McCook. Deceased was an early settler in this section of Red Willow county. He is survived by his wife and several children. The funeral services were conducted by Rev. D.L. McBride of the Baptist church on Tuesday morning at ten o’clock after which interment was made in Riverview cemetery. Wm. Newton Cratty was born in Delaware, Ohio, October 9th, 1842. Died on September 9th, 1911, aged 68 years, 11 months. Removed from Ohio to Iowa with his parents when but a boy. Came from Iowa here 24 years ago and settled on this place. He leaves a widow and one daughter. Was a soldier during the entire period of the civil war, serving in Iowa Calvary regiments. He was baptized into the fellowship of the Christian church in McCook in 1901. Thursday 14 September 1911

Buried in Riverview-The remains of Chris Larson were buried in Riverview cemetery Tuesday afternoon at four o’clock. Brief services were held at the grave by Rev. D.L. McBride of the Baptist church. Thursday 21 September 1911

Buried Baby Sunday-Victor, the year old baby boy of Mr. and Mrs. Julius Houn. died on Saturday morning. The remains were laid away in Riverview cemetery, Sunday afternoon, services being conducted by the new German Congregational pastor at the home. The parents have sympathy of many friends. Monday 2 October 1911

Obituary-Mrs. Alice King, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. John Show, was born at New Hartford, Iowa, on July 26th, 1877. Died at her home near Red Willow, September 26, 1911. Age 34 years and 2 months. She spent almost all her life in this part of Nebraska, coming with her parents from Iowa, when but seven years old. She was married to Ben King August 31, 1898, who, with three children, survive her. She became a member of the Baptist church of McCook in 1898. The funeral services were held in the Baptist church at 2 o’clock Thursday afternoon, conducted by her pastor D.L. McBride. The large attendance and generous profusion of flowers at her funeral obsequies attested the high esteem in which she was held by the large circle of her acquaintances. Mr. King desires his gratitude expressed to the many who so kindly sympathized with and assisted him, in his affliction. Monday 2 October 1911

Mrs. L.T. Branscom Dead-Buried at Zion Hill, in Frontier County, Sunday Afternoon-Mrs. Lucius T. Branscom of near Box Elder passed away on Saturday morning about one o’clock. Services were held in the Zion Hill Methodist church, Sunday afternoon, conducted by Rev. Russell and the new pastor on that charge, burial following in the cemetery at the church. The funeral was one of the largest ever seen in that neighborhood, over one hundred people being present to show their sympathy and respect. Among those present from away were: Mr. R.J. Branscom from Utah, father. Mrs. Thomas Jones of Lincoln, sister, and Mrs. Harvey Creasman of Danbury, a sister of the bereaved husband. Bert Schoonover of Omaha, brother, Mrs. Russell of Kansas, sister, and Mrs. Morley Piper of Kearney, sister of the departed. The departed was a daughter of Mr. and Mrs. F.S. Schoonover of Centerpoint, Frontier county who with a husband and small family survive her, and have the deepest sympathy of that entire section of the county. Monday 2 October 1911

Passing of Gentle Spirit-John Nelson Brady Goes on Before and is Mourned-John Nelson Brady, son of Mr. and Mrs. James M. Brady of our city, passed away about one o’clock Tuesday afternoon, after an illness of several weeks with an attack of typhoid fever. This is the first break in a home chain of unusual charm and fidelity to each other and to high ideals, and the community joins with parents and brothers and sisters in mourning the untimely departure of this young man, whose gentle spirit and noble character qualities endeared him to not only his immediately family, but to all who enjoyed his acquaintance or friendship. John Brady came to McCook with his parents in infancy, being born June 17th, 1895, near Fairbury, Illinois, and the family coming to McCook in 1887, where and on the farm north of this city they have since lived. John was a twin brother of Miss Rose. He was a member of McCook Council No. 1126 Knights of Columbus and of St. Patrick’s church of our city. Father and mother, two brothers and four sisters survive him, all being present at the funeral services and burial, this morning. A Requiem High Mass was celebrated in St. Patrick’s church, this morning at 10 o’clock. Rev. Father Patton, celebrant, assisted by Rev. Father Haggerty. A large congregation was in attendance and followed the body to Calvary cemetery, thus mutely exhibiting the sympathy they felt for the living and the esteem and love of many for the dear one gone on before. Thursday 12 October 1911

Typhoid’s Quick Work-Marshall Trammell a Victim after Brief Illness-Marshall Trammell succumbed Saturday morning about four o’clock, to an attack of typhoid fever of but a few days duration. Services were conducted at the home at 806 East 3rd street, Sunday afternoon, at three o’clock, by Alfric J.R. Goldsmith, rector of St. Alban’s Episcopal church, with music by a quartette composed of Mrs. P.F. McKenna, Mrs. F.L. Wolff, F.M. Kimmell and F.M. Colfer. Interment followed in Calvary cemetery of St. Patrick’s church. There were a number of lovely floral offerings, designs, etc. from orders, clubs and individuals-the B. of L.E. “Old Comrades”. the Research Club. “Mart” Trammell at the time of his death was night round house foreman, but for several years served the company as an engineer. He was widely known among railroad men and was one of the popular men of the McCook division for his big hearted, jovial social ways. A large attendance of railroad men at his funeral attested his popularity among them, while many others outside railroad circles indicated their deep sympathy for the bereaved wife and the little son by their presence. Monday 16 October 1911

Fatally Injured-Keith Jacobs a Victim of an Accident at Falls City-Keith Jacobs was struck by a switch engine in the Missouri Pacific yards at Falls City, last week Thursday evening, sustaining injuries from which he died in a Kansas City hospital, Sunday, October 15th. Keith had only been at work two days when the sad accident took his young life away. The remains were shipped here for burial, arriving on 13, Tuesday morning. The funeral services were conducted by Rev. D.L. McBride in the Baptist church, at 9 o’clock on Wednesday morning, many friends remembering the departed and the sorrow stricken father and children by their presence and sympathy. The remains were laid away in Longview cemetery. Keith was a member of Company M, First Nebraska regiment of national guards, and a large detachment of guards marched to the cemetery and fired the usual salutes-three-volleys-over the grave of their mourned comrade, who but recently camped with the company near Omaha. Keith was a twin brother of Kenneth, and was 19 years and 10 days old at his death. The father C.H. Jacobs was called to Falls City when the accident happened, and accompanied the injured boy to Kansas City and the body upon its shipment home. The Tribune gives but feeble verbal expression when it states that the deep and heartfelt sympathy of this entire community is Mr. Jacob’s and his family’s in this great sorrow-the tragic and untimely death of their dear one. All the members of the family were present at the funeral, Roy coming down from Denver, Mr. and Mrs. Will Meyers from Culbertson, Mr. and Mrs. F.L. Barnes of Bladen, Kenneth from Falls City, besides the father and Miss Florence of our own city. Keith was the aid to Adjutant General at the last encampment of company M. The profuse floral offerings showed how sincere was the sympathy of the home people for the family in its bereavement. Keith was born in McCook and had spent practically all his life here. To our friends and the past few days has shown their number to be without limit-words but poorly express our appreciation in this hour of need. C.H. Jacobs and Family Thursday 19 October 1911

Bernard Hesterworth-Bernard, the 11 months old son of Mr. and Mrs. John Hesterworth, died last night. Funeral services will be held in St. Patrick’s church, tomorrow morning at 10:30 o’clock, and burial will be made in Calvary cemetery. The parents receive the tenderest sympathy in the death of their dear little boy. Thursday 19 October 1911

Funeral Services Here-The body of Mrs. Mary A. Whitaker arrived from Cheyenne, Wyoming, Tuesday morning on No. 2, and services were conducted in the Methodist church here at ten o’clock, same morning, after which the remains were conveyed overland to Danbury, for burial in the cemetery at that place, where rests the body of her husband, who preceded her many years ago. The funeral service was conducted by Rev. L.E. Lewis of the church and the music was provided by a quartette. There was a wealth of floral offerings of many designs from orders and friends. Mary Augusta Belden was born in Savoy, Massachusetts, June 2, 1849. Was married to Cleaber H. Whitaker on February 14, 1870. Came to Danbury, Nebraska in 1879, where her husband passed away on October 21, 1890, just twenty-one years exactly before her death. Moved to McCook in 1891, where she has made her home every since. Her death occurred in Cheyenne, Wyoming, on October 21, 1911, at the home of her daughter, Mrs. F.L. Hendershot. There was born to this union three children, Mrs. F.L. Hendershot, of Cheyenne, Wyoming; George A. Whitaker of this city, and Mrs. O.H. Colling of Otis, Colorado, all of them living and being present at the funeral services in this city. Tuesday and accompanying the body to Danbury, that morning for interment in the cemetery in that town where the body of the husband was laid to rest. Thursday 20 October 1911

Obituary-Jacob Long was born in Pennsylvania, January 6th, 1839. He moved with his father to Indiana when a small boy. From there he enlisted at the call of his country and served for three years in the civil war. He was married to Miss Millie McNeil and to them were born four children. They moved to Red Willow county, Nebraska, in 1876, in which county he lived until about three years ago, when he went back to Indiana, where he died on October 27th, 1911. About 45 years ago he united with the Methodist church. As a local preacher he did much to build up the cause of his Master, having organized the Box Elder and other churches. He had a stroke of paralysis, and was unable to speak for an hour, afterwards telling his son, “it was the happiest hour of his life.” Two sons survive him, I.D. Long of Haigler, Nebraska and Romie Long, of Brush, Colorado. The remains were buried in Riverview cemetery, McCook, Nebraska, October 30th, 1911. Thursday 2 November 1911

 

 

 

 

Elizabeth Gartrell was born in Kentucky December 21, 1828, and died at Hastings, Neb., November 5, 1911, aged 82 years, 10 months and 15 days. She moved with her parents to Missouri in early childhood which had been her home until the last two years. She was married to Toliver L. Dedman on May 23, 1848. To them were born twelve children, seven of whom survive her. She was a member of the Christian church. Funeral services were held Monday afternoon by Rev. Fouch at the Box Elder church, after which interment was made in the Box Elder cemetery. Mrs. Burchet, who has been taking care of her sister in Oklahoma, returned home on Tuesday night, her sister returning home with her, standing the trip nicely. The Epworth League realized 67.70 from their luncheon served election day and evening. Thursday 9 November 1911

Death of Zoe Benjamin-Monday night about 10 o’clock the spirit of little Zoe Benjamin, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. E. Benjamin, passed on to its creator after an illness with diabetes of about a year. Services were held in St. Patrick’s church, Tuesday afternoon, at 3:30 o’clock, conducted by Rev. Wm. Patton, O.M.I., and on Wednesday morning on train 14, the body was taken to Riverton, Nebraska, for interment. Zoe was born in McCook, April 9th, 1898 and lived here until her death, Monday, November 13th, 1911. The sympathy of a community goes out to the bereaved parents and family in this sorrow. Thursday 16 November 1911

Zoe Estella Benjamin-Born April 17, 1898, died November 13, 1911, after a year’s illness with diabetes. Short funeral services were held at St. Patrick’s church here at 2:30 Tuesday afternoon. The body was taken down to Riverton on No. 16, Wednesday morning, and last services were held there. With her death a most gentle and winsome spirit passed from our midst to be long remembered and mourned. The floral tributes were numerous and fine. Especially beautiful was the token, a set piece of white and pink chrysanthemums, with which her class in school remembered their departed play mate. Thursday 16 November 1911

Mrs. Frank B. Cramer Dead-About 11 o’clock, on Tuesday night, Mrs. Frank B. Cramer of the Quick neighborhood passed on into the spirit world. Services were conducted at the farm home, Thursday morning at nine o’clock, by Rev. D.L. McBride of the McCook Baptist church, following which the body was conveyed to McCook and buried in Riverview cemetery of this place. Thursday 22 November 1911

Obituary-Adelaide Belknap, daughter of Andrew and Cynthia Belknap, born at South Barnston, Province of Quebec, May 31, 1863. Married to Frank B. Cramer, April 30, 1880. Died at her home in Frontier county, Nebraska, November 21, 1911. She leaves a husband and son Wayne, and daughter Georgia to mourn her loss. Thursday 22 November 1911

The Summons Was Sudden-Timothy Hannan Passed Away on Sunday Morning-About three o’clock on Sunday morning, Timothy Hannan was awakened from sleep by pain in his left side. He remarked to Mrs. Hannan that he felt he was going to have a return of an old stomach trouble and guessed he would have his bottle filled again with the medicine used regularly as usual for his old ailment. But in a brief interval, and before the daughter could be summoned, Mr. Hannan passed away. Doctors were called, but their ministrations were without avail. Mr. Hannan and family came to this county early in the 80’s first settling on a claim south of McCook, where they lived for several years, but for many years past they have made their home in McCook, he being engaged in the dray business. He was at his work as usual, Saturday. For some years Mr. Hannan has had some stomach trouble, which affected his heart, and it is quite probable that the end came during a more than ordinary acute attack. He is survived by his wife, the daughter Miss Anna, and the son, Frank, whose whereabouts have not been as yet, determined, he having been absent from home for several years and employed in various cities at his trade of blacksmithing. Arrangements now made, provide for services at the residence tomorrow morning at ten o’clock and interment in Calvary cemetery following. Obituary-Timothy Hannan was born on April 20, 1852, in Ohio, Bureau county, Illinois. Died December 10, 1911. Lived on farm in Bureau county until 1886 when he came to McCook, and moved on a farm 5 miles south of McCook till 1890. Worked at dray business since then. Was married February 24, 1878, in Princeton, Ill., to Elsie Hammell. Four children, two girls who died in infancy, James, Francis, and Anna were born to them. Monday 11 December 1911

Death Ends Sufferings-Brakeman J.R. VanHorn Passes on to His Reward-J.R. VanHorn passed out of life about noon Friday last, after a long and painful illness, dating likely to an injury sustained some years since while in the line of his duties as a Burlington brakeman. For some months, he has been more or less helpless, and the end came in the form of a blessing to the pain wracked man. J.R. VanHorn was born in Boone county, Iowa, May 26th, 1870. He came to McCook in 1892. Was married to Miss Mary Cain, December 12th, 1893. The wife and one son, besides his mother, and one brother survive. Services were held at the home on 1st street west, Saturday afternoon at 3:30 o’clock, conducted by Rev. L.E. Lewis of the Methodist church. There were a number of beautiful floral offerings from railroad men and friends. The body was taken to Kansas City, Missouri, Saturday night on No. 4, where burial will be made. Mrs. Van Horn and son will accompany the body. Mother VanHorn did not accompany the remains to Kansas City, but will go to the north eastern part of this state, where she will live. She is blind, but has been unceasing in her ministrations to her ailing son for some months past. Mr. VanHorn has been a resident of McCook for about 19 years, and during that time had been employed in the train service of the Burlington. His wife, who has been devoted in her care of him for so long has the tenderest sympathy of all in this sorrow and bereavement. Monday 18 December 1911

Leon, the 16 year old son of Mr. and Mrs. J. Lafferty, died Sunday night at 11:45 o’clock, after an illness of nearly two weeks of typhoid fever. Short funeral services were held at the house conducted by Revs. Anderson and Allen. A large concourse of friends gathered at the home to pay their last respects to the departed boy in spite of the weather. Interment in the Danbury cemetery. Thursday 21 December 1911

 

Mr. Tenas, an old and respected citizen of this place died on Saturday morning. Mr. Tenas has not been well for more than two years. He leaves an aged wife and several children. Thursday 21 December 1911

Buried in McCook-The remains of Mrs. Wilkinson were brought here from Frontier county last Sunday, and buried in Riverview cemetery. Mrs. Wilkinson was in her 82nd year. For many years she has made her home with H. Clay Shepherd, her son-in-law, up in Frontier county, north of McCook. Services were held at the Shepherd home, on Sunday morning, Rev. Foutch of Box Elder conducting them. Thursday 21 December 1911

Obituary-Mrs. Matilda Boyce McCrary was born July 18, 1830, and died on December 15, 1911, at H.C. Shepherd’s her son-in-law, where she made her home. Was married to Henry McCrary February 22, 1848, in Camden, Midland District, Canada. The Rev. Geo. Beyman, a Wesleyan Methodist minister, officiated. In her last illness she seemed to suffer a great deal, but all was done for her comfort by loving hands that could be done. She leaves a son and grand children and a number of great grand children and many friends to mourn her death. But their loss is heaven’s gain. She was a member of M.E. church,. She lived a Christian and died trusting in her Savior. The funeral services were held at Spring Creek school house on Sunday, sermon preached by the writer from Rev. 14:13: “And I heard a voice from heaven saying unto me, Write, Blessed are the dead which die in the Lord from henceforth: Yea, Saith the Spirit, that they may rest from their labors; and their works do follow them.” After which the remains were taken to McCook and laid to rest in the Riverview cemetery. She was known to her people and friends as Grandma Wilkinson. Thursday 21 December 1911

Obituary-Minnie Bell McAuley was born at Viroqua, Wis., Sept. 11, 1873, and in 1886 she moved with her parents to Imperial, where she spent several years teaching. On March 29, 1895, was married to Howard M. Finity of McCook, Nebraska, where she has since made her home. Mrs. Finity has been active both in church and temperance work. Was a member of First M.E. church, McCook; was superintendent of Junior League for several years; was county president of the W.C.T.U. for two years. The last few years she retired from active work on account of poor health. She went to Lincoln two weeks before her death to get relief for her heart in a lower altitude. She said she was in the Lord’s hands and was ready for the call. On Friday morning at 9:15, December 22nd, 1911, the call came. Funeral services were held in the parlors of Brow & Doyles on Saturday afternoon, December 23. Rev. Prescott preached the sermon. The body was laid by the side of Mr. Finity’s sister in Wyuka cemetery at Lincoln, Neb. Mrs. Finity leaves a husband, one son and one daughter, an aged mother, two brothers and two sisters. Thursday 28 December 1911