Lewis-Nichols-This morning at the Methodist parsonage, William W. Lewis, and Miss Charlotte Nichols were married by Rev. L.E. Lewis, pastor. They left this evening for Omaha, on a visit, to return and be at home, next week. Mr. Lewis is a young man of fine character employed in the Burlington shops. The bride has been for years the efficient stenographer in the office of W.S. Morlan. They have many friends who join The Tribune in wishing them much happiness. Monday 8 January 1912

Green-Bush-Mr. Roy C. Green and Miss Hattie B. Bush were married by the county judge, Monday, January 6, 1912. The young couple are occupying quarters over the Pastime theatre. Mr. and Mrs. Green were the objects of a miscellaneous shower, Wednesday afternoon at the home of Engineer and Mrs. M.H. Griggs in West McCook, where they were nicely remembered by friends. Monday 8 January 1912

Moore-Schlect-Mr. Fred T. Moore and Miss Barbara Schlect were married at the Methodist parsonage, Wednesday evening at 7:30 o’clock, Rev. L.E. Lewis officiating, in the presence of near relatives and a few friends. Their home will be with his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Moore. Fred will continue in the employ of the White House Grocery and his wife with H.C. Clapp. The bride and groom are young people of sterling worth and enjoy the confidence and high regard of a numerous circle of friends, who will wish them happiness and prosperity in their married life. Thursday 19 January 1912

Cassell-Brooks-Mr. Archibald Cassell and Miss Grace Brooks were married, January 24th, 1912, Rev. D.L. McBride of the Baptist church officiating. The bride is the daughter of Conductor and Mrs. George Brooks of north Main avenue. The groom is a Burlington employee in the train service. Thursday 29 January 1912

Jandebeur-Daugherty-Mr. Harry A. Jandebeur of Stockton, California, and Miss Gertrude M. Daughterty of our city were married by Rev. Fr. Patton of St. Patrick’s church, February 9th, 1912, thus celebrating and observing the 25th anniversary of the wedding of the bride’s parents. Miss Elizabeth Daugherty a sister was bride’s maid and Mr. John Murray was groom’s man. The bride was born and has grown to young womanhood in our city. She has been a successful teacher in Red Willow county for the past six years. She just recently resigned the position of third grade teacher in the McCook public schools. The groom was employed as operator at McCook during part of 1904, 1905 and 1906. He is now working for the Southern Pacific railroad at Stockton, California, as operator and assistant car distributor. They left on 14, Friday night, for Norcatur, Kansas, Osborne, Kansas and Alma, Nebraska, to spend a few weeks with friends and relatives before returning to their home on the coast, spending a short time in Denver, Salt Lake City and Sacramento on their way home. Monday 12 February 1912

Eckhart-Brening-George Eckhart and Mary Brening were married February 28th. A characteristic celebration of the event followed. Thursday 25 February 1912

Faubion-Kelly-Tuesday morning at ten o’clock Rev. L.E. Lewis officiated at the wedding of Mr. E. Otis Faubion and Miss Nora Kelly, both of Republican City, the ceremony being performed at the home of their close friends, Mr. and Mrs. Fletcher Waugh at 710 east 4th street, this city. They left on 14, same night, for their future home in Republican City. Thursday 25 February 1912

Benjamin Coburn and May Tiller were united in marriage at the parsonage Sunday, February 25, in the presence of relatives and a few invited guests. At 3:30 p.m. the bridal party took their places in the double doors of the parsonage when Rev. L.S. Foutch stepped forward, using the ceremony of the M.E. church pronounced them man and wife. After the well wishes and congratulations the happy pair drove to their home in Frontier county. Thursday 29 February 1912

Redfern-Glanville-Nebraska City-A quiet wedding occurred at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Granville, south of the city, at which time their daughter, Miss Bessie May, was married to William R. Redfern of Danbury. After the wedding supper the young people left for their home on a farm in Red Willow county, owned by the groom. Omaha World Herald Thursday 29 February 1912

Weeks-Addams-Saturday afternoon, March 22, 1912, Mr. Harlan C. Weeks and Miss Erba F. Addams, prominent and popular young people of the community 12 miles north of Cambridge in Frontier county, were married at the Baptist parsonage, Rev. D.L. McBride officiating. Monday 25 March 1912

Wagt-Eikenberry-The marriage of Mr. Ralph T. Wagt and Miss Fay Alta Eikenberry is announced. The wedding ceremony occurred in Denver, March 18th, 1912. They will be at home in Walsenburg, Colorado, after April lst. The bride spent most of her life in McCook, and many young friends will join us in wishing her the largest happiness. Thursday 28 March 1912

Married Monday-Bryan Harrison of Cornell, Hitchcock county, and Miss Arvilla Jewell of Centerpoint, Frontier county, were married at the Baptist parsonage on Monday afternoon, D.L. McBride, officiating. Thursday 11 April 1912

Brooks-Cathcart-Last Saturday morning at 9:30 o’clock, Mrs. H. Guy Brooks and Miss Irene Cathcart, two well known young people of our city, were united in marriage, Rev. L.E. Lewis of the Methodist church officiating at the ceremony which was performed at the home of her sister, Mrs. W.A. Cassell, and in the presence of members of the contracting families and a few near friends. Mr. Brooks went out on his regular run on train 13, the same morning, accompanied by his bride, and they will briefly visit in Denver. They have the good wishes of many friends for a happy married life. Monday 22 April 1912

Burr Henton and Miss Vaire Godown were married at McCook on Wednesday by County Judge F.M. Colfer. Monday 29 April 1912

R.F.D. No.1-John W. Troester and Ida Liebbrandt were married at the home of her parents, last Thursday afternoon at 2:30 o’clock. A great wedding feast followed the ceremony. In the evening, the bride and groom were given a lively charivari, the groom responding with a fine treat for the party. Incidentally the mail carried on route 1 reports an appreciated gift of good things himself. Monday 29 April 1912

Strunk-Allen-Mr. H.D. Strunk and Miss Arlene L. Allen were married at the home of the bride’s mother, Mrs. Stella Allen on 1st street west, Tuesday evening, June 4th, Rev. Reed Taft Bayne officiating. The ceremony was witnessed by near relatives of the contracting parties. They have gone to housekeeping at 808 1st street east with the best wishes of their friends. Thursday 6 June 1912

A Notable Wedding and Reception-Dr. Ralph Bosworth and Miss Ford Married in Denver and a Large Reception Tendered Them in This City-Tuesday, June 6th, at the home of the Rev. Francis M. DeWeese, 442 Cook street, Denver, Dr. Ralph Lyman Bosworth and Miss Anna Elizabeth Ford were united in marriage in the presence of about forty friends by a life time friend of the bride Rev. Dean A.C. Peek of the Methodist Episcopal church at large. The bride was gowned in white silk marquisette over white satin and carried a shower bouquet of white sweet peas, lilies of the valley and maiden hair fern. The groom wore conventional black. Mr. Fred Archibald of Lincoln, a cousin of the groom, acted as best man and the bride’s maid was Miss Marion Phillips of Denver. After the ceremony the bride and groom left for a short wedding trip finally joining the groom’s parents in our city. The notable social event of the week was the wedding reception tendered Tuesday evening, by Mr. and Mrs. F.W. Bosworth in honor of their son, Dr. Ralph Bosworth and bride. The guest list included about 250, and this large company was received at various hours from 7 to 10:30. The receiving party Mr. and Mrs. F.W. Bosworth and Dr. and Mrs. R.L. Bosworth stood under a superb floral basket of pink and green draped form the ceiling with pink ribbons, while large bouquets of pink roses and white snap dragons were disposed on piano and music cabinet. In the dining room pink carnations and ferns were the decorative detail. Mrs. Walter Stokes presided over the coffee urn and Mrs. Leroy Kleven served the Neapolitan ice cream, both being assisted by Mrs. C.R. Knowles, Miss Edna Waite, and little Helen and Marion Gunn. The library decorations were in red and white carnations, with a profusion of loose flowers scattered over the punch table. The punch bowl was gracefully presided over by Miss Leah Pennel and Miss Hazel Merle of Omaha. Mrs. Robert J. Gunn, Mrs. J.A. Gunn of Des Moines and Mrs. Albert McMillen received numerous guests and Mrs. McMillen was in charge of the guest book. The out of town guests were: Mr. and Mrs. J. Walter Holliday of Denver, Mrs. J.A. Gunn of Des Moines, Mrs. C.E. Pope of Denver, Miss Hazel Merle of Omaha, Miss Elizabeth Duncan of Denver. The presents included many beautiful gifts in china, silver, cut glass, linen, etc. The young couple will remain in our city for a few weeks guests in the parental home before locating in their future home in Southern Oregon. Thursday 13 June 1912

Finity-Morrison-Mr. Howard M. Finity and Miss Ellen Morrison were married, Thursday evening, June 13th, at the Baptist parsonage, Rev. D.L. McBride officiating. It was a quiet affair with but a few relatives as witnesses. The groom is a well known Burlington employee of many years residence in our midst. The bride was formerly employed in Hornback bakery and restaurant. They at once went to housekeeping in the Finity home in this city. Congratulations. Monday 17 June 1912

Woolard-Cox-Mr. Harry H. Woolard and Miss Hazel May Cox were married Wednesday, June 19, at eleven o’clock, Rev. Alfric J.R. Goldsmith of the Episcopal church officiating, the ceremony being performed at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Horace J. Cox on 3rd street east, only near relatives being present. The young people left on train one shortly after the ceremony for Colorado on a short wedding trip. The Tribune offers its congratulations to these popular young people, who are expected home Saturday, and will be given an ovation by their numerous enthusiastic friends. After July 1st they will be at home to their friends at 318 1/2 Main Ave. Thursday 20 June 1912

Brady-Fitzgerald-A very pretty wedding was solemnized at 6:30 o’clock Wednesday morning, when Mr. Edward J. Brady and Miss Mary C. Fitzgerald were married at St. Patrick’s church by the pastor, Rev. William Patton, O.M.I. The wedding, at which only the relatives and immediate friends of the contracting parties were present, while quiet throughout, on account of death in family, was delightfully artistic in its simplicity and solemnity. Promptly at the hour of 6:30 the bridal party marched to the altar rail to the beautiful strains of the Wedding March from Lohengrin. Here the marriage ceremony was performed. The attendants were Miss Irene Holland of Lincoln, bridesmaid and Mr. Frank Brady, of Fort Morgan, Colorado, brother of the groom best man. Immediately after the ceremony the impressive Nuptial Mass of the church was celebrated. During the offertory and communion Mr. and Mrs. A.F. Buck rendered Tramerel and an Ave Maria arranged for violin and pipe organ. The bride was becomingly attired in a gown of white French embroidery with large white hat to match. Miss Holland, the bridesmaid, wore pink marquisette with hat in same shades. The color scheme was pink and white and was very tastefully carried out in the church decorations, a profusion of pink and white carnations being in evidence. After the wedding the bridal party repaired to the home of Mr. and Mrs. James Brady, the groom’s parents, where a wedding breakfast was served. The guests were seated at one large table. The table decorations were in pink and white sweet peas and maiden hair fern. The place cards were especially artistic, fan shape, tastefully hand painted in white and green. Large bouquets of white and pink carnations were also disposed in other apartments of the home. Dainty souvenirs in the shape of white enameled boxes of wedding cake, monogrammed in gold with the initials of the young people, were dispensed with the customary happy badinage as to who the next bride would be. Among the out of town guests were Miss Irene Holland of Lincoln, the bridesmaid, and Mesdames Frank B. Heffner of Rock Island, Illinois, and F.J. Kane of Des Moines, Iowa, both ladies being cousins of the bride. The young people are very favorably known in McCook. Mrs. Brady is the charming niece of Mr. P. Walsh of the McCook National bank and has through her business and social accomplishments, rendered herself to a host of friends. Mr. Brady, an efficient member of the local postal force, stands very high in the estimation of those with whom he has mingled for a period of many years, his people being among the earliest comers to the county. Mr. Brady is erecting a handsome home in the ten hundred block on first street east which the young people will occupy immediately upon its completion . Thursday 20 June 1912

DeLong-Armstrong-Jesse E. DeLong and Miss Jessie B. Armstrong were united in marriage, Thursday evening, last, at the residence of Mr. and Mrs. C.R. Husted, Rev. D.L. McBride of the Baptist church officiating in the presence of a few relatives and friends. Both are well known young people of our city, Mr. DeLong being the proprietor of the dyeing and cleaning works over the Electric theatre. We wish them happiness and success. Monday 15 July 1912

Rev. L.E. Lewis of the Methodist church officiated at the marriage of two young couples, the past few days: Last Friday evening at 8 o’clock July 19th, he united in marriage Mr. Clarence A. Laurence and Miss Dorothy Hann, both of Wauneta. Monday 22 July 1912

Sunday afternoon, July 21st, at 4:30 o’clock, he pronounced the ceremony wedding Mr. Lester J. Korf and Miss Mabel Eunice Hegenberger, two popular and well esteemed young people of our city, who will go to housekeeping in apartments on Main avenue with the congratulations and best wishes of a host of friends in the city. The bride is one of the charming daughters of Conductor and Mrs. Joseph Hegenberger; the groom the eldest son of Mr. and Mrs. J.H. Korf and a trusted and efficient clerk of DeGroff & Co. Monday 22 July 1912

Bellamy-Irelan-Mr. D.D. Bellamy and Miss Ida I. Irelan, both of Stratton, were married by Rev. D.L. McBride at the Baptist parsonage, on Saturday night. Two sisters of the groom Mrs. Paul Dold and Miss Minnie Bellamy, both of Cambridge, were present at the ceremony. Mr. Bellamy is the editor and publisher of the Stratton News. We congratulate. Monday 19 August 1912

Married in Lincoln-Mr. Floyd Stayner and Miss Tacie DeLong were married in Lincoln, on Saturday evening at 7:30 o’clock. After a brief wedding trip and honeymoon in Colorado, they will return to our city and go to housekeeping. Both bride and groom have lived in McCook from infancy and have a host of warm friends who will join in the sincere wish that their married life may continue happy, contented and prosperous. Monday 19 August 1912

Greenway-Wesch-The wedding of Miss Dora E. Greenway of Lebanon and Mr. John H. Wesch of McCook was solemnized at the home of Mr. and Mrs. William Greenway, Wednesday of last week, September 12th, Rev. F.A. Eby of Lebanon officiating. The bride has been one of Red Willow county’s efficient school teachers. The groom is one of the successful and energetic young farmers of Grant precinct, this county. They have many friends and well wishers who will join The Tribune in wishing them a happy and successful married life. They will make their home on the Wesch ranch in Grant precinct. Monday 16 September 1912

Amann-Witters-Mr. Frank B. Amann of McCook, and Miss Dora M. Witters of Minden were married in our city Monday evening of this week, Rev. L.E. Lewis officiating. The bride is an estimable young woman and groom a most dependable and worthy employee of the company at this place. The Tribune wishes them a married life of much happiness and success. Thursday 26 September 1912

Miss Muriel Remington and Andy Nelson were married at McCook, Saturday. They departed Wednesday evening for Strang, Nebr., where the groom lives. Monday 30 September 1912

Ganschow-Bower-A wedding which was not altogether a surprise to West Union friends took place Saturday, Sept. 28, at Cedar Rapids, which Rev. Samuel Conybeare united in marriage J. Fred Ganschow, a retired merchant of Columbus, Ohio, and Mrs. Susan E. Bower of this city. Mr. and Mrs. Ganschow came to West Union Monday evening, and after a visit of about a month here will go to the groom’s house at 42 Thirteenth Ave., Columbus. Mrs. Bower had left West Union two weeks ago to visit her son in Mitchell, S.D., and met the groom at Cedar Rapids for the ceremony. The bride has a large circle of friends made by her many estimable qualities, and the groom is a fine, appearing gentleman. A generous number of good wishes are extended to them by the people of this community. West Union (Ia.) Argo-Gazette Oct. 2, 1912 Monday 7 October 1912

Allen-Dunn Marriage-Last Monday evening, Charles Allen of Lincoln and Mrs. Mahala Dunn of our city were united in marriage at the home of Mr. and Mrs. W.H. Ackerman in McCook, Rev. Neal Johnson of the Methodist church officiating. Mrs. Allen is a sister of Mrs. J.A. Miller of Quick and they will make a visit with them at Quick until next Monday, when they will leave for Lincoln to live. Thursday 17 October 1912

Nelms-Russell-J.E. Nelms, Jr., son of Mr. and Mrs. J.E. Nelms of this city, and Miss Edna Russell daughter of Rev. and Mrs. James Russell, were quietly married at the home of the bride’s sister Mrs. C.C. Brown of McCook, on Sunday afternoon, D.L. McBride officiating. Only the immediate relatives with a few special friends were present. A sumptuous dinner was served following the ceremony. These young people have grown up in this vicinity and are highly regarded by all who know them. The bride having been for quite a period in the employ of the telephone company. The groom is in the employ of the railroad company. They go to housekeeping immediately on East B street. Monday 21 October 1912

The Fitch-Ball Wedding Celebrated on Tuesday-A Large Number of Guests and Happy Particulars-The marriage of Wm. Carroll Fitch, son of Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Fitch, and Miss Hazel Ball, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Jacob Ball was celebrated at the home of the bride’s parents north of town on Tuesday night, October 22, D.L. McBride officiating assisted by the Rev. Neal Johnson of the Methodist church of McCook. A bit of sentiment clustered about this wedding because of the fact that the officiating minister had also married the parents of the bride twenty years ago at the home of Mr. and Mrs. T.B. Campbell in this city. The wedding of the young people on Tuesday evening was a very enjoyable affair, the sixty guests seemed to vie with one another to make the occasion pleasant. Among the guests were the following from out of town: Mrs. Mary Jemains, Mrs. Henry Shoebotham, Fairbury, Neb., Mrs. Herman and Mrs. Andrew Anderson, Kingsbury, Calif., Mrs. T.B. Campbell, Minden, Mrs. C.B. Hoag, Indianola. The music was fine, refreshments excellent and the charivarie party from town up to date in performance. The presents were numerous, useful, and many of them quite costly among which a chest of valuable silver the gift of Mrs. T.B. Campbell and daughters, a quilt from an aunt which had been a present to her at her wedding thirty five years ago, also silver, linens, forks, spoons, trays, etc., galore, cut glass articles and a large collection of linen fabrics, cushions, etc. among which was a beautiful centerpiece worked by the mother of the groom. Both of these young people were born and grew up to man and woman hood in this community and are regarded among the most estimable of its members. They will make their home on the farm of the grooms father southwest of town accompanied by the sincere and best wishes of their many friends. The wedding march was played by Miss Ruth, sister of the bride. Thursday 24 October 1912

Drake-Vandervort-The Baptist parsonage was the scene of a quiet wedding, Wednesday afternoon, November 20th, when Mr. Edward R. Drake of Adrian, Michigan, and Mrs. Susie Vandervort of our city, were united in marriage, Rev. D.L. McBride, pastor, officiating. Thursday 21 November 1912

Morey-Ford Wedding-Followed by a Tastefully Appointed Reception-Tuesday evening at five o’clock, the home of Mr. and Mrs. Ellis Ford on North Main avenue was the scene of a happy wedding, when their eldest daughter, Edith Miriam became the wife of Mr. Edward E. Morey of Chadron, Nebraska, the ceremony being solemnized by Rev. A.A. Robertson of the Congregational church, using the impressive ring service, and in the presence of the immediate members of the family and a few friends. The ceremony was performed under a canopy effect of lace curtains white ribbons and smilax with potted plants in tasteful arrangement. Miss Eunice, sister of the bride, played the wedding march. The bride was simply gowned in a tailored suite of white whipcord trimmed with white messaline and buttons, and a Robespierre collar with a touch of light blue, and carried a large bouquet of bride’s roses. The groom was in becoming business suit. The parlor decorations were in green and white; the dining room in pink and white; with large bouquets of carnations in the several apartments. An elaborate wedding dinner followed the ceremony, participated in by the guests of the occasion. From seven to eleven o’clock a reception was held at the home of the parents, a large number of neighbors and friends gracing the occasion. Mrs. J.A. Wilcox welcomed the guests at the door and Master David Ford ushered them to the cloak rooms. In the receiving line were Mr. and Mrs. Ellis Ford, the bride and groom and Mrs. Castor, grandmother of the bride. Passing on into the dining room the guests were served to dainty refreshments. Mrs. E.D. Perkins presided at the table and was assisted by Mrs. V.H. Solliday, Miss Eunice Ford and Miss Pattie Galusha, Miss Nina Tomlinson, played the piano during the evening. Mrs. C.D. Ritchie was in charge of the guest book and presents. A large bouquet of pink and white carnations lent charm to the center of the dining table, and broad streamers of white ribbon dropped from the electroller to the corners of the table. The presents included numerous handsome and useful gifts in silver, cut glass, hand painted china, etc. Appreciate lovers of artistic needlework enjoyed the beautiful display from the hand of the bride. The bride is the eldest daughter of Engineer and Mrs. Ellis Ford of North Main avenue our city, the city of her nativity, where she has grown to young womanhood, accomplished and admired. The groom is engaged in the jewelry business in Chadron, is an exemplary and successful young business man of that stirring little city of the northern part of the state. Mr. and Mrs. Morey departed on No. 3 Tuesday night, for their home in Chadron , Nebraska. Many friends will join The Tribune in wishing them a happy and prosperous married life. Thursday 28 November 1912

Obituary-James Regan Jackson was born on January 28, 1836, at London, Laurel county, Kentucky. Died in McCook, Nebraska, January 5th, 1912. Aged 75 years, 11 months, 8 days. Came to Missouri with his parents in 1850. Was the second eldest of a family of eleven children, of which three brothers and two sisters survive him, namely, W.J. Jackson of Maywood, Nebraska; E.S. Jackson of Portland, Oregon; D.R. Jackson of Fort Cobb, Oklahoma; Mrs. D. Lawson of Fort Cobb, Oklahoma; Mrs. Oregon Pharis of Denver, Colorado. Was married to Ruth E. Root in 1859 at Trenton, Grundy county, Missouri, ten children were born to this union, three of the children dying in infancy; those surviving are: Mrs. J.W. Shirley of McCook, Nebraska; J.H. Jackson of Maywood, Nebraska; C.W. Jackson of Wellfleet, Nebraska; L.V. Jackson of Moore, Montana; A.D. Jackson of Wellfleet, Nebraska, O.L. Jackson of Walnut, California and Mr. H.L. Loshbaugh of McCook, Nebraska. He came to Frontier county, Nebraska in 1887, where he resided until he moved to McCook seven years ago, thus being a resident of Nebraska for a quarter of a century. Was converted at the age of seventeen years, joining the Baptist church, at Nevada, Missouri, of which he was an active member for 58 years. Services were conducted in the McCook Baptist church, Wednesday afternoon, at which Rev. D.L. McBride officiated, and many friends and relatives attended. The pall bearers were from among the close relatives of the deceased. Monday 8 January 1912

Buried Here Sunday-The remains of W.Y. Johnson arrived from Omaha, on Saturday morning on No. 9 and burial was made Sunday afternoon from the residence of his sister, Mrs. Geo. Shields of West McCook, interment being made in Longview cemetery. Mr. Johnson was taken to an Omaha hospital, January 29th, for an operation for cancer of the liver, from which he died on February 2nd. Services at the Shields residence Sunday afternoon, were largely attended by friends and relatives of the family, Rev. L.E. Lewis of the Methodist church conducting the services. The departed has lived in and near McCook from early boyhood and will be remembered by many as a prominent horseman of last years. His wife and children, his aged mother and brothers and sisters have tender sympathy in this sorrow. Monday 5 February 1912

Obituary-William Y. Johnson was born in Coles county, Illinois, April 5, 1862; died Friday, February 2, 1912, aged 49 years, 10 months and 28 days. He moved with his parents to Harlan county, Neb., in 1879, and in 1881 came to Red Willow county, settling near McCook where he has since resided until a little over a year ago, when he, with his family, moved to the San Luis Valley, Colorado. On December 31, 1886, he was united in marriage with Miss Isabelle E. Hickling. To this union were born seven children, three sons and four daughters. About three weeks ago he with his wife came to McCook that he might receive medical aid. The local doctors advised him to go to Omaha where on January 29th he underwent an operation for cancer of the liver. Hope was entertained for his recovery, but on Feb. 2, at 1:30 p.m. death came to his relief. Card of Thanks-We desire to thank the many kind friends and neighbors who so willingly assisted us during illness and after the death of our loved one. Also to the Degree of Honor and the Ladies’ Circle for their beautiful floral offerings, and to the choir who assisted in the singing. Signed: Mrs. W.Y. Johnson; Mrs. Martha Johnson; Mr. and Mrs. G.A. Shields; Mr. and Mrs. T.M. Campbell; Mr. and Mrs. W. Hickling; Mrs. E.T. Stewart; Mr. Ora Stewart;. Mr. B.O. Johnson; Mr. C.A. Wilson. Monday 5 February 1912

Obituary-Miss Margaret Palmer was born near Plymouth, Illinois, April 19, 1845. Died In McCook, Nebraska, February 4th, 1912. Was buried in the cemetery in Bartley, Nebraska, beside the body of her husband, February 6th, 1812. Was married to John Sentance, April 20th, 1875. Four children were born to this union, Charles B. Sentance of our city, Mrs. G.L. Ashby of Denver, Colorado, Mrs. R.E. Lee of Council Bluffs, Iowa, Mrs. C.S. Hepburn of Topeka, Kansas, all of them being present at the funeral save Mrs. Lee who was not able to be here. Mrs. Sentance died of pneumonia, but has not been well since here injury in the wreck at Indianola, May 29th, 1911. She united with the Christian church in Plymouth, Illinois, when a young girl and remained in that faith until the end. Card of Thanks-We appreciate deeply every kindness and assistance rendered during the illness and after the death of our mother, and are most grateful to all. C.B. Sentance and Sisters. Thursday 8 February 1912

Martin Yager Dead-Martin Yager, an early settler in our city, and a veteran of the late war of the rebellion, passed away at his home in West McCook, on Wednesday morning, at about six o’clock. Funeral services will be held at the home on Friday afternoon, conducted by the members of J.K. Barnes post G.A.R., of which deceased is a member; the post will also have charge of the services at Riverview cemetery, where body will be interred. Mr. Yager has been a resident of McCook since the early days. Thursday 22 February 1912

Danbury-J.H. Rice died Saturday, Feb. 24, of rheumatism of the heart and paralysis. He had suffered for a number of weeks. He leaves a widow and two grown children to mourn his loss. His body was taken to McCook Monday for burial. Thursday 29 February 1912

Lewis M. Howard, a Nebraska pioneer, died at his home in Indianola, Neb., March 1st. He was born in Frankfort village, N.Y., in 1829, moved with his parents to Wisconsin where he was married to Miss Harriet M. Crouch, making his home in Minnesota until he came to Cedar county, Neb., in 1870; was elected to the legislature in 1872. Served Cedar county as county superintendent six years and county treasurer four years. Served during the war in the 2nd Minnesota Calvary. Came to Red Willow county in 1891 living on his homestead until 1904, when he moved to Indianola. The deceased leaves an aged wife, and three children, all living in Red Willow County. Services Sunday at 2 p.m. at the Christian church conducted by Rev. Mitchell. Interment in the Indianola Cemetery. Thursday 7 March 1912

Indianola-Henry Crabtree, a pioneer of Red Willow county, Nebraska, passed away at his home in Indianola, March 2nd, after a prolonged illness and was buried from his home March 4th. The funeral services being conducted by the Masons of which lodge he was an honored member. Uncle Henry, as he was familiarly termed, was born in Licken county, Ohio in 18433, and was married to Miss Daphne A. Baker July 7, 1859, to which union 11 children were born, 8 of whom, with his wife, survive him. Leaving Ohio he came to Polk county, Iowa, where he resided until 1878, when he came to Red Willow county and took up a homestead. After proving up he resided in Indianola where he engaged in the manufacturing of brick supplying the brick for all of the brick buildings in this vicinity for 25 years. He served the county for a number of years as county commissioner and as deputy sheriff and held other minor offices. Served his country during the war as first sergeant of company B, 23d Iowa volunteers, receiving severe wounds which affected his health the remainder of his life. Thursday 7 March 1912

The baby son of Mr. and Mrs. August Cappel, died last Thursday morning. The body was taken to McCook, Sunday morning, for burial in Calvary cemetery of St. Patrick’s church. Baby Cappel was four months and two days old. The parents have the sympathy of many friends and neighbors in the death of their little one. Monday 18 March 1912

Baby Dies-The ten months old baby boy of Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Gardner passed away shortly after noon today. The little one has been a sufferer from cycoma for the past six months and death came as a relief from its sufferings. No arrangements have as yet been made for the funeral. Monday 18 March 1912

Fell to Her Death-After a frantic search of the house Ralph Scott found the lifeless body of his mother, Mrs. Mendona J. Scott, yesterday, at noon, lying at the foot of the stairs leading to the basement of the home, 129 North Twenty-ninth street. Her skull was crushed and she had been dead for about a half an hour. Mrs. Scott had been alone in the house all morning, the entire family being at work downtown. Ralph was the first of the family home for dinner and entering the house he called. There was no answer. He walked to the kitchen. She was not there. Alarmed he rushed through the house going into every room. She was not in the house. By this time thoroughly alarmed, young Scott ran back to the kitchen. He called. Again there was no answer. He opened the door leading from the kitchen into the basement. He ran to the first landing. At the bottom lay his mother. She was dead. Mrs. Scott had gone into the basement to put fuel in the furnace. From the position of the body she had evidently tripped on the first landing and had plunged head first down the flight of stairs onto the cement floor. The fall was about ten feet. Mrs. Scott was fifty seven years of age. She leaves besides Ralph, three other sons and one daughter. Sunday’s Lincoln Journal The body will arrive here Tuesday morning on No. 9. Brief services of a private character will be held at the residence of her son, Conductor E.O. Scott on 3d street west, Tuesday morning at 10 o’clock, after which interment will be made in Longview cemetery. A very tender sympathy goes out to the children in this sad and tragic death of their beloved mother. Monday 18 March 1912

Buried Sunday Morning-The infant child of Mr. and Mrs. C. Lawrence died Saturday morning, and its little remains were buried in Riverview cemetery, Sunday morning. The child died within a few hours of its birth. Monday 15 April 1912

O.P. DeLong Laid at Rest-Oliver P. DeLong’s remains were mingled with Mother Earth Tuesday afternoon. Brief services were conducted at the home of his son E.E. DeLong at 2:30 o’clock, by Rev. D.L. McBride, a quartette singing familiar hymns. A goodly representation of neighbors and friends paid a tribute to the departed by their presence and sympathy. At Longview cemetery the ritualistic service of the G.A.R. was read, the members of J.K. Barnes post, G.A.R., attending in a body and having charge of the services besides providing the pall bearers. Oliver P. DeLong was born near Indianapolis, Indiana, February 3, 1829. Death came to him in this city April 15, 1912. He was aged 83 years, 2 months, 12 days. He was united in marriage to Julia F. Sutton, about 1854-5, and six children were born to them, four boys and two girls. The mother passed on about 35 years since. Comrade DeLong served in the 11th Illinois infantry during most of the war, marching from Atlanta to the sea. For the last 18 years he has resided with his son, Elmer, being for part two years quite a helpless invalid. Thursday 18 April 1912

A Most Distressing Death-Mrs. Sarah A. McCarl met with an accident, Thursday afternoon, which resulted in her death, on Friday afternoon at three o’clock. Early in the afternoon, possibly about half past one o’clock; she was seen by a neighbor going to the home of her daughter, Mrs. G.L. Burney, and start down the outside cellar way to the cellar, which an incubator was in operation. Indications point to her having made the necessary changes in the position and having started up the stairway again. Just how and what will never be known, but she evidently started up the stairs and fell backwards onto her head, fracturing the skull slightly and rendering her unconscious. No one saw her fall and as no one was in either the McCarl home or the Burney home, the accident remained unknown until about five o’clock when Miss Louise Donisthorpe of the public school corps, who rooms at the McCarl home found her and summoned assistance. Mrs. McCarl had doubtless lain where she fell for several hours, with her feet on the lower step of the stairs and her body at a somewhat low level. It is said coincidence that not one member of the McCarl family was in the city at the time. Mrs. Burney was in Harvard, Mr. and Mrs. J.R. McCarl were in Lincoln, T.E. McCarl and Mr. Burney were out on their runs. Mrs. McCarl was removed to her home and several physicians waited upon her, everything possible being done for her relief but without avail. An operation was performed to relieve the pressure caused by the slight fracture of the skull at the base of the brain, but the injured dear one never regained consciousness and on Friday afternoon about three o’clock, the angel of death hovered over and the end came without a return to consciousness. During Thursday night, Mrs. and Mrs. G.H. Thomas and Mrs. G. L. Burney arrived from Harvard, Mr. and Mrs. J.R. McCarl arrived from Lincoln, Mr. G.L. Burney came on No. 3 as well, and Conductor C.E. McCarl arrived on train No. 15, so all were with her at the last. Sarah A. Gosdee was born near London, Ohio, March 1, 1849. She was married in Iowa to John Henry McCarl in May, 1866. To this union eight children were born, two of whom died in infancy. Charley died in 1898; Bert in 1905; Thomas E., J., Raymond, Ida M. Burney and Blanche E. Thomas, survive. Mr. McCarl died in Hastings in 1893 in which year, with her children Mrs. McCarl moved to McCook. She died at her residence a few minutes past three o’clock, on Friday, April 19th, 112. From early girlhood she was a member and active worker in the Methodist Episcopal church. Brief services were held at the residence, Sunday afternoon with many friends paying a final tribute by their presence to the memory of a gentle lady. Sympathy also profusely expressed by a wealth of beautiful flowers from societies and persons, which fairly covered the casket in floral loveliness. The pall bearers were: Messrs. J.A. Wilcox, J.H. Yarger, Barney Lewis, E.D. Perkins, A.R. Mehaffey and W.B. Whittaker. The quartette choir of the church sang two requested hymns. The children cherishing the heritage and memory of saintly mother have completest sympathy on their irreparable loss, a loss in which community and church deeply share. Monday 22 April 1912

Death of Mrs. George Dack-After an acute illness of a few days, Mrs. George Dack passed away, Tuesday of this week, at the farm southwest of this city, known as the John W. Jones farm. Nellie Swartz was born August 3, 1892. Died April 30, 1912. Was married to George Dack on October 7, 1908. She is survived by her husband and two small children. Services were conducted at the farm home, Wednesday afternoon by Rev. L.E. Lewis, many neighbors and friends attending in sympathy and esteem after which the remains were brought to McCook and interment made in Riverview cemetery. The young husband and the relatives have very tender sympathy in their loss and sorrow. Thursday 2 May 1912

Death of Mrs. Kummer-Mrs. Elizabeth Kummer, who has been ill for some time at the home of her daughter Mrs. L.P. Davis on 3rd street east, passed away about one o’clock Saturday afternoon. Services will be held at St. Patrick’s church at 7:30 tomorrow morning, after which the body will be taken up to Hayes county for burial in the cemetery of Sacred Heart parish. Monday 13 May 1912

Mrs. Estella Stilgebouer, wife of S.H. Stilgebouer, cashier of the Marion State Bank, died at her home on Thursday, May 16, at 12:30 p.m., after a lingering illness of three months. Services were held at the school house on Sunday, conducted by Rev. Richards of Holdrege. Services were held at the grave by the Modern Brotherhood of America lodge of which deceased was a member. She leaves a husband, three children, five sisters and a host of relatives and friends to mourn her loss. She was a member of the Congregational church and a good Christian woman, always having a smile and a pleasant word for everyone she met and always willing to lend a helping hand to anyone in need. Her five sisters being all present at the funeral. The sympathy of the entire community goes out with the bereaved family and relatives in this, their sad hour of affliction. Monday 20 May 1912

Mary Ann Hiltbruner-Born at Pittsburg, Pa., Sept. 21, 1823, and died May 25, 1912, at the home of her daughter, Mrs. F.S. Corkill at the age of 88 years, 8 months and 4 days. Her death was due to the infirmities of old age. She was united in marriage to John Pate and to this union were born 14 children, 10 boys and 4 girls, of whom five have preceded her to in death, Tom, Andrew, Sarah, Mary and an infant son. Those who survive her are Isaiah of McCook, Nebr., John of Wauneta, Kan.; Jacob, of Dorchester, Nebr.; Charles, of Boulder, Colo.; Louis of Shelbyville, Ill.; Mrs. Ellen Morris of Pontiac; Mrs. F.S. Corkill of this city; William, of Pontiac and Harvey of Clarebelle, Cal. They resided in Pennsylvania for a number of years moving to Illinois then settled on a farm in the vicinity of Lexington, where they lived for a short time, removing to the old homestead south of Fairbury, where her husband passed away on March 10, 1892. For the past 17 years she has resided with her daughter, Mrs. F.S. Corkill. Shortly after coming to stay with her daughter her sight began to fail her and she went totally blind, being blind for the past 15 years. Although afflicted she was always of a cheerful disposition, always patent and never complaining. She leaves to mourn her loss nine children, 45 grand children, 37 great grand children and four great great grand children, besides a multitude of friends. The funeral services were held at the family home Monday at 2:30, Rev. A. Wirt Lowther officiating.-Fairbury (Illinois) Blade. Thursday 6 June 1912

Death Claimed Him-Clyde Warren, the invalid son of Mr. and Mrs. D.E. Eikenberry of Monte Vista, Colorado, died at the home of his aunt, Mrs. A.W. Utter in Long Island, Kansas, Saturday night. Clyde had been an invalid for some years. The body was brought to McCook on 15, Monday night, for burial. Brief services were held in the Pade undertaking parlors by Rev. D.L. McBride of the Baptist church at which quite a company of sympathizing relatives and friends were present. Interment followed in Riverview cemetery. Clyde was 11 years, 2 months and 26 days old. The bereaved ones have the tender sympathy of many friends in this sorrow. Card of Thanks-We in this manner wish to indicate our appreciation of and thanks for the kindness shown and also for the beautiful flowers at the burial of our loved one. May He who watches over all be with all in such times at need is our prayer. Mr. and Mrs. D.N. Eikenberry and family; Mrs. A.W. Utter, Mrs. Ed. F. Flitcraft, Mr. Leon Clark Thursday 13 June 1912

Obituary-Earl M. Anderson was born in Red Willow county, Nebraska, June 15, 1885. Was married at Riverside, California, April 8, 1908, to Miss Mayme McGuire and died at a hospital in Denver June 13, 1912, aged 27 years, lacking two days. His body was brought home by Roadmaster Brennana and Conductor H.H. Isham, who with Dr. Wilson accompanied him on his trip to the hospital. By a most commendable act on the part of the railroad officials a special train was furnished to take him to Sterling the Sunday previous, and last Sunday another special was run that enabled many of the employees and their families west to attend the funeral. As a further act of courtesy and respect Sup’t. F.R. Mullen, Roadmaster Toohy, Trainmaster Daily and Master Mechanic H.M. Barr accompanied the train and attended the funeral. The escort from his late residence on Center avenue to the Methodist church and from there to the cemetery were pall bearers Brennan, Carstensen, Isham, Wills, Graham, Scott, and the Order of Railway Conductors, the Brotherhood of Railroad Trainmen, and the Masonic order. The floral offerings by these orders and friends and relatives were very profuse and beautiful. Following the rendition of Lead Kindly Light by the choir, Rev. Henry Zinnecker gave a very fitting address after which interment was made in the Curtis cemetery. Mr. Anderson leaves a wife, two little sons, father, mother, grandfather and brothers and sisters to mourn his early departure. He had been in the employ of the Burlington about six years and by strict application to business had attained to the position of conductor some time ago. The civil and courteous manner in which he dealt with everyone, together with his constant aim to keep cheerful and make the best of everything made him general favorite with all. So far as they were able the railroad men in every branch of the service endeavored to attend the funeral. Aside from those already mentioned were Conductors Griffith, Ayres, Joder, Peters, Good, Bailey, Dobbs, Sawyer, Holt and wife: Engineers Caddy, Pierce, Patten, Blecker, Relaing, McGraw and wife, Murrin and family; Firemen Kennedy, Brown, Parker and wife; Brakeman Benway, Kelly, Seaman, Sanders, Downey, DeBerry, Sawyer, Keating, Adams, Cougher, Lovestedt, and perhaps others; Agents McEwen and wife, Holyoke; Braughton, Venango; Manson, Grant; Mills, Madrid; Newton, Wellfleet; Morris, Maywood; Reynolds and wife and Extra Agent McClain, Moorefield; Hire and family Farnam; Albrecht, Eustis; Foreman Nicolai and Gorley, Car Inspector Noss, and Section Foreman Hersey of Curtis; Whiteman of Moorefield, Bauer of Grant, Elliot of Maywood; Elliot of Venango, Brittain of Madrid, Loftkwist of Wellfleet, Thrasher of Farnam, Harndky of Fleming and a large number of friends of the family from near Wellfleet. Curtis cor. Stockville Republican-Faber. Monday 24 June 1912

The old friends of Thomas Pinkerton will be sorry to learn of the accident which caused his death. On May 13th he was tacking some screen on a back porch and had been standing on lowest step of the step ladder to tack the top and in stepping down to fasten the bottom he slipped and fell backwards. As he fell he struck across his back and shoulders on edge of the porch fracturing the spine, causing paralysis. He was taken to the hospital and operated on raising two small bones that pressed on the cord. He came through the operation splendidly but it did no good. Death came as a release between ten and eleven o’clock May 16. His son Sam of St. Paul, Minn., and daughter Katy of near Bennett, Nebraska, attended the funeral which took place at the home of his son J.A. Pinkerton at 1931 Berryman street, Berkeley, California, Monday afternoon, May 20. Mr. Pinkerton was a resident of this community for a number of years and will be remembered by all the old settlers. He celebrated his 79th birthday on the 22d day of last February. Monday 24 June 1912

Obituary-John M. Ford-Another old soldier has had taps sounded above him and been laid to rest. John M. Ford enlisted in the 128th regiment, Indiana Volunteers, November 20th, 1863, and was honorably discharged February 26, 1866. He was born in Ohio January 27th, 1827 and died in Denver, Colo., July 12, 1912. Six years ago he had two strokes of paralysis but recovered sufficiently to wait upon himself most of the time. On the 14th of May of the present year he fell from some steps at his home and dislocated his left hip and was helpless from that time until he died. He leaves a daughter-in-law, three grand children and nine great grand children, who were all with him at the last. Thursday 18 July 1912

Joseph Menard Passes Away-One of McCook’s Pioneer Merchants Answers the Final Summons Peacefully-After an illness of five weeks, Joseph Menard passed away, Wednesday afternoon at about 5:20 o’clock. Mr. Menard suffered a partial stroke of paralysis a few weeks since and from that time up to his death was in a semi-unconscious condition. A sudden change Tuesday night brought on the end peacefully on Wednesday afternoon. Mr. Menard was one of McCook’s early merchants. Coming to our young city in 1884, shortly after the town started, he at the beginning showed his confidence in McCook by erecting what at that time was one of the most pretentious buildings in the city, with McCook’s first opera house provided for in the rear portion of the second story. For years he conducted a successful general merchandise business in this building, but a few years since he retired form active business and confined himself to the management of his large financial and real estate holdings in the city which he did practically up to the end. Mr. Menard had a marked capacity for successful business and with the considerable means brought with him to this then new and developing country added largely to his worldly goods, being heavily interested in McCook property and enterprises. His passing marks the removal of one of McCook’s earliest landmarks for 28 years Uncle Joe’s has been a familiar face and voice in our city and his cheery presence and ways will be missed. The surviving children have the sympathy of a wide circle of friends in the depth of their father. Mr. Menard was a member of the Catholic church and of the Knights of Columbus, who will have a part in the funeral services after the requiem mass in the church. It is expected that three daughters from away will be present at the funeral. Obituary-Joseph Paul Menard was born in Quebec, Canada, January 25, 1834. Died in McCook, Nebraska, July 31, 1912, at 5:21 p.m. Mr. Menard moved to Chicago in 1858 and engaged in business in that city until 1884, when he moved with his family to McCook. Mr. Menard was married to Emelie Rofinet, July 3, 1862, who passed on before one year and a month ago. Their marriage was blessed by the birth of five daughters, four of whom survive: Delphine E. Rinker and Ida F. Harris of Denver, Colorado; Josephine A. Miley of Cincinnati, Ohio and Almee E. Menard of our city: Emeline M. died at the age of four years. Funeral services will be conducted at St. Patrick’s Catholic church on Saturday morning, at 10 o’clock. Rev. Wm. Patton, O.M.I. celebrating. Thursday 1 August 1912

Followed her Husband-Mrs. Richard Lumb of Danbury died Sunday morning, following her husband in a week and one day of his death. The remains will be shipped tonight to Seattle, Washington, for burial beside the body of her first husband. Mr. Lumb was buried at Danbury beside the remains of his first wife. Monday 5 August 1912

Death of Mrs. J.L. Newman-The Tribune tenderly sympathize with a brother newspaper publisher, Mr. J.L. Newman, editor of the Danbury News, in the great sorrow and loss which came to him last Saturday evening, when his young wife, the mother of his three little children died. Her death came as a sad shock to the community in which she was well known and highly esteemed, and to a crushed blow to the young husband. The funeral of Mrs. Newman was held Monday afternoon, interment being made in the Danbury cemetery. The youngest of the family is a baby but two weeks old. Thursday 15 August 1912

Obituary-Margaret M. Walker was born in Columbia county, Ohio, June 3, 1833; died August 16, 1912, in McCook at the home of her daughter Mrs. Fred Burton. She was married to Archie Speer March 20, 1856. Six children were born to this union, one dying in infancy, five living: J.W. Speer of Sedalia, Mo.; Mrs. C.W. Huffman, of Beaver Crossing, Neb.; Mrs. C.S. Ferris of St. Croix Falls, Wis.; Mrs. Fred Burton, McCook, Neb. and S.A. Speer, White, Neb. The funeral services were conducted at the home of Mrs. Burton by Rev. McBride and in the August sunshine with earth to earth, ashes to ashes, dust to dust, we laid her to rest by the side of her husband in the Culbertson cemetery. Card of Thanks-To those who with us wait life’s lingering side and who mourn with us in the loss of our dear mother we desire to express our heartfelt gratitude for the assistance and sympathy. Mrs. Fred Burton and Family, S.A. Speer and family; Mrs. C.W. Huffman, Mrs. C.S. Ferris, J.W. Speer Monday 18 August 1912

Henry R. Clark, a farmer living south of this city in Red Willow county but near the Kansas line, committed suicide yesterday morning. He and wife have both been in ill health this summer-she undergoing an operation some time ago, and it is supposed his physical disabilities and troubles caused him to commit the sad and tragic deed. The body was buried in the cemetery at Cedar Bluffs, Kansas, yesterday afternoon. The wife along survives, there being no children to bear with her the sorrow and loss. Thursday 22 August 1912

An Early Settler’s Death-Last Thursday morning at about nine o’clock, August 22nd, Mrs. Henry Crabtree, Sr., of Indianola, passed over the river into the silent beyond. Burial was made on Saturday afternoon at two o’clock in the Indianola cemetery, a large concourse of people paying tribute to this highly esteemed old settler’s memory. Monday 26 August 1912

Remains Buried Here-The remains of Thomas A. Real, arrived from Dorchester, Nebraska, on last Thursday evening and on Friday morning at ten o’clock a requiem mass was celebrated in St. Patrick’s Catholic church of our city and interment followed in Calvary cemetery of this parish. The departed was 16 years, seven months and five days old at his death, which was sadly tragic-the result of injuries sustained in a tussle with a young friend. The family formerly lived in Red Willow county and a host of sympathizing friends remember them in this keen sorrow. Monday 26 August 1912

Death of Mrs. Edwards-Mrs. Charles Edwards died, Monday afternoon, in a local hospital, after a brief illness. Services were held in the German Congregational church, Wednesday afternoon, conducted by Rev. Zeller, and a large congregation filled the church. The body was interred in Riverview cemetery. Lela Hust was born in Sutton, Nebraska, Dec. 10, 1892. Died in McCook, Aug. 26, 1912. She was married to Charles Edwards but a few months since. The bereaved young husband and members of the family of the departed have the tender sympathy of many friends. Thursday 29 August 1912

Agent Lawritson of Trenton Passed on to His Reward-Burial is Made in This City, Wednesday afternoon, Under the Auspices of the Masonic Order-Louis E. Lawritson agent for the company at Trenton, passed away at Glenwood Springs, Colorado, where he had sought relief from an old ailment, August 25th. The body was shipped here for burial arriving on No. 10, Tuesday evening, being accompanied from Colorado by a brother, Matthew Lawritson. Services were conducted in the Congregational church Wednesday afternoon at which Rev. J.G. Russell of Ong, Nebraska, officiated and Rev. C.L. Anderson of Trenton assisted. Rev. Russell delivered a sermon on “If a man die shall he live again?” which he answered with unquestioning confidence and assurance in the affirmative. At Beaver City the reverend gentlemen was for several years pastor of the departed, whom he described as a man, a Christian, a husband, a father who met all the requirements of life here and who looked bravely and confidently into the life to come. To this tribute Rev. Anderson, who had come to know and admire the brother who has gone on before, at Trenton, added words of genuine appreciation of a solid, dependable character which radiated the best influences and whose life was a benediction. The services in the church and at the grave were under auspices of McCook Lodge No. 135, A.F. & A. M., of which the departed brother was an honored member, and the Masonic ceremonial at both places was impressive and elaborate. A large body of Masons served as an escort and the pall bearers were from the membership-Messrs. R.A. Hagberg, C.E. Eldred, C.D. Ritchie, F.M. Kimmell, W.E. Hart and D.N. Cobb. Several touching and appropriate hymns were effectively sung by the Congregational church quartette, Mrs. C.W. Britt, Mrs. A.M. Williams, Mr. H.C. Clapp, Mrs. C.W. Britt. There was a wealth of beautiful floral offerings in appropriate set emblems, bouquets and cut flowers. Louis Lawritson was born Nov. 4, 1862, in Taulov, Denmark, Europe. Died on Aug 23, 1912 at Glenwood Springs, Colorado. Was united in marriage March 26, 1899, to Miss Marie Frederickson, to whom three children were born-Gladys, 12 year of age, Earl 10, and Verna 7. Departed was a member of the Congregational church, the Masonic, Odd Fellows and A.O.U.W. lodges. The stricken wife, children, father, brothers and sister have the profound sympathy of a large circle of friends in this great sorrow. Card of Appreciation-We thank most sincerely the members of McCook lodge No. 35, A.F. & A.M., as well as the numerous neighbors and friends for the assistance rendered and the sympathy expressed in our bereavement by the death of our beloved husband, father, son and brother. Mrs. L. Lawritson and children; N. Lawritson; M. Lawritson and family. Thursday 29 August 1912

Death Comes to Mrs. Matthew Stewart-Wednesday Morning Early, After a Heroic Effort for Her Life-One of County’s Earliest Settlers-Following an operation for appendicitis and a brave battle of a few days for her life, Mrs. Matthew Stewart passed away about 6:30 o’clock, Wednesday morning. Her death was not unexpected though some hope was entertained for her recovery. Nevertheless, the announcement that death had ended here the useful and worthy life of one who met faithfully the duties of a wife, mother and daughter brought a deep sense of sorrow and sadness to many hearts, whose tender sympathy goes out in fullest, freest measure to all the bereaved ones. Coming to Red Willow county as a child-before the organization of the county-Mrs. Stewart has been identified with the development and unfolding of civilization in this county and of Southern Frontier county. Obituary-Mary Adaline Weygint was born in Syracuse, Onondaga county, New York, November 18th, 1866. Came with her parents Mr. and Mrs. William Weygint in 1871 to where Indianola is now located. Married to Matthew Stewart in Frontier county, December 8th, 1886. Three children were born to them, Misses Josephine, Ora and Jessie. They lived in Frontier county for about 4 years, coming to Red Willow county in 1900, living near Box Elder until about 18 months ago, when they became residents of McCook. Departed joined the Methodist church in February, 1895, and was conspicuous for her labors and fidelity in both the Box Elder and McCook churches. Mrs. Stewart is survived by her husband, and three daughters, and by her aged parents, Mr. and Mrs. William Weygint, two sisters, Mrs. I.J. Starbuck of Salt Lake City, Utah, Mrs. S.A. Warner of Antigo, Wis., and two brothers, W.B. Weygint of Neligh, Nebraska and H.D. Weygint of Meadow Grove, Nebraska. Funeral services will be conducted in the Methodist church Saturday morning at ten o’clock, Rev. L.E. Lewis in charge. Thursday 5 September 1912

Death of Baby Berry-Very tender sympathy from many hearts goes out to Mr. and Mrs. Floyd Berry in the death of their baby about three o’clock, on Sunday morning. The baby was two weeks old when Death transplanted the tender flower to bloom in the Father’s eternal sunshine. Rev. McBride conducted brief services at the home Sunday afternoon, after which the body was laid away in Longview cemetery. The Methodist choir sang familiar hymns. Monday 16 September 1912

Baby Reeder Dies-The ten months old baby boy of Mr. and Mrs. W.R. Reeder of East McCook died, yesterday morning, after an illness of a week or so with a summer ailment. The little body was taken on 12, this morning, to Cambridge for burial. Many friends sympathize with the parents in the death of their little one. Thursday 19 September 1912

Obituary-Mrs. Rebecca Jane Wyckoff, wife of N.D. Wyckoff of near Danbury, was buried in the Danbury cemetery last Friday afternoon. The funeral services were conducted at the home by Elder D.L. McBride of McCook at 3 o’clock in the presence of a large gathering of relatives, friends and neighbors. Mrs. Wyckoff was one of the very first settlers in the region of Danbury, having lived with her husband and family on the farm where she died for 33 years, highly respected and loved both in the home and the neighborhood. Her age at death was 59 years, 2 months, 11 days. Rebecca Jane Berrisford was born in Philadelphia, Pa., July 8th, 1853. From there she removed with her parents to Illinois. In 1879 she came to Red Willow county, Neb., where she was married to N.D. Wyckoff, July 4, 1877. Five children were the issue of this union, all living and all present at her death and funeral. She also leaves to mourn her going to brothers and one sister, all of Biggsville, Ills. The sympathy of a large circle of friends goes out to this afflicted home and especially tot he husband bereaved of the presence and help of her with whom he shared life’s lot for more than 35 years. Monday 23 September 1912

Died of Pneumonia-Helen Arlene, the eight months old baby daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Aaron S. Grannell of Grant precinct, died at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Roy Green in West McCook, Thursday afternoon of pneumonia, after an illness of but two days. Mr. Grannell was brought to the city, Sunday, and on Monday was operated upon in the McCook General Hospital for appendicitis, and the baby was placed with her sister Mrs. Roy Green. Mrs. Grannell has been progressing favorably since the operation, but was not acquainted of the illness and death of her little one for fear of result to her health. The distracted father took the little body to Cambridge Friday night on 14, for burial there Saturday morning. Mr. and Mrs. Grannell are tenants on the Rector farm in that precinct. Very tender sympathy is theirs. Monday 30 September 1912

Another Veteran Joins The Great Majority-W.H. Smith passed away last Friday and was buried Sunday. William H. Smith, one of the early settlers of this part of Red Willow county, died at the home of his daughter Mrs. C.L. Markwad, last Friday, after an illness of considerable length. W.H. Smith was born at Mentor, Ohio, June 2nd, 1838. Died in McCook, Nebr., Sept. 27th, 1912, being 74 years, 3 months and 24 days old. His last illness has been of about two months duration. Deceased removed from Ohio with his parents to Michigan, when but a small boy. He was married to Emma Severence, March 12th, 1867, to which union six children were born, five girls and one boy, all surviving, but the son, who died at the age of 4 1/2 years. The surviving children are Mrs. Cora Angel, Mrs. Vida Lafferty, Mrs. Bessie Markwad, Mrs. Minnie Miller and Mrs. Iva Markwad, who together with the devoted wife grieve his going. One brother, C.A. Smith of Beatrice, also survives. He enlisted in the 11th regiment Michigan infantry, at the age of 21 years, serving three years in the war of the rebellion. He was a member of J.K. Barnes post, G.A.R. of this city. In 1873 he removed from Michigan to Iowa, and from there to Nebraska in 1879, taking land as a homestead adjoining this city on the east. Has been a resident of this city and vicinity for about 33 years. He was converted and united with the Baptist church of McCook in February of 1898 and has been a consistent Christian since, and a beloved husband, parent and neighbor. Funeral services were conducted in the Baptist church, Sunday morning at 11 o’clock by Rev. D.L. McBride, interment following in the Riverview cemetery, where the impressive G.A.R. ritualistic service was read. There was a large attendance at the church and grave, indicating the esteem and regard of neighbors and old soldiers for the departed. Monday 30 September 1912

Obituary-George H. Simmerman was born in Stark county, Ills, May 22, 1842. Died Sept. 30, 1912. Age 70 years, 4 months, 8 days. His home was in Illinois until 1883, when he removed to Fillmore county, Neb. In 1891 he moved to this county where he has since resided. In the spring of 1864 he enlisted in 3rd Ills. Cavalry, serving until the close of the war. On Dec. 21, 1876, he was married to Margarette Marsh. To this union ten children were born, all of whom together with the wife and mother survive him. The children are Mrs. Henry and Mrs. Ed Mitchell of McCook, Mrs. Grover Doyle of Box Elder, Mrs. Fred Traphagan, of Quick. Charley, Alva, Ella, Dora, Clara and Lora of McCook. Funeral services were at the home at 2 p.m. Wednesday. Very large attendance. Interment at Riverview cemetery. Rev. D.L. McBride of the Baptist church conducted the brief services at the home. The G.A.R. services at the grave were in charge of J.K. Barnes post of which deceased was a member. The bereaved wife and children all have the deep and tender sympathy of a wide circle of friends and neighbors in this sorrow, the death of a beloved husband and father. Thursday 3 October 1912

Another Old Soldier Joins the Great Majority-Jacob Steinmetz the Third Victim to Die Within a Week-Jacob Steinmetz passed away about three o’clock this morning, following a stroke of paralysis, yesterday. Mr. Steinmetz has been in failing health for considerable length of time, and his passing came as no surprise to those who were acquainted with his physical infirmities. Mr. Steinmetz has been a resident of McCook, for almost a quarter of a century, having on the Cleveland administration been receiver of the land office at this place. He is the third member of J.K.Barnes post, G.A.R. to answer the last call within a week. His bereaved wife and children have the sympathy, tender and true of many friends, in their sorrow. Arrangements at time of going to press have not been completed for the service and burial. It is tentatively announced that the funeral will be held on Saturday from the house and that burial will be made to Riverview cemetery. Thursday 3 October 1912

Obituary-Jacob Steinmetz was born in the city of New York on the 5th day of May, 1840. Died in this city Oct. 3, 1912. Age 72 years, 4 months, and 28 days. He first moved with his parents to Ohio, from which state he enlisted in Co. B. 186 Reg. Ohio Vol. Infantry. He was twice married. His first wife was Elizabeth Grinner. They were married Nov. 15, 1861. To them were born three daughters, Mrs. Paul Miller, Ella Eichler and Anna Serr. Not long after the war he came to Nebraska and settled on a homestead near Sutton. His second marriage was to Miss Minnie Flack on Feb. 2, 1879. To them were born two daughters, Mrs. Amelia Wentz and Miss Iona Steinmetz, and one son who died in 1894. He came to McCook in 1886 as received in the U.S. Land Office. He has been a resident of McCook for 26 years. Relatives from out of town who were present were: Ernest, Jacob, Fred and John Peters of Moorefield, Miss Esther Eichler and Miss Ida Serr of Sutton. Funeral was held at the house at 2 o’clock on Saturday afternoon, interment in Riverview cemetery. G.A. R. ritual at grave. Card of Thanks-We are most grateful and thankful to al the neighbors and friends and especially to the G.A.R. post for assistance and sympathy during the passing. Monday 7 October 1912

Frank Colling Dead-Frank Colling died in Denver, last Saturday. The body was shipped to Indianola, Sunday night, and burial was made in the Indianola cemetery on Monday morning, following service in the Catholic church of that place. Frank Colling was formerly for years employed by the Burlington at this place and is well known to many still in the service here. He as a man of fine character and highly esteemed by all who knew him. The bereaved relatives have much tender sympathy in the death of this young man. A number of friends and relatives from McCook attended to Indianola. The Tribune understands that a brother of the deceased, William Colling, is also very ill in Denver. Both of the boys were afflicted with typhoid fever. Thursday 17 October 1912

Sudden Death of Mr. Pool-Mr. Pool, father of Raymond Pool of the university and well known to not a few Tribune readers, suddenly expired, last Saturday morning, on a street of his home town, Weeping Water. The son had gone down to Weeping Water with a botany class from the university, early Saturday morning and the father had met him at the depot and enjoyed a visit of some length before the son and class went to the wood and field botanizing. The father afterwards went up into the town and after talking with a gentleman for a short time in front of the post office fell to the sidewalk and died quite instantly. Father Pool was buried in Weeping Water on Monday of this week. He was a resident of that town for many years and a highly esteemed and respect citizen. Mrs. Raymond Pool was Miss May Stangland before her marriage. Thursday 17 October 1912

Death of Baby Drain-Arzie David, baby son of Mr. and Mrs. R.L. Drain, died on Sunday afternoon, at the farm about nine miles southwest of McCook. The little one was born August 14, 1912. and had not been well from its birth. The body was buried in Riverview cemetery, Monday afternoon at two o’clock. Mrs. Drain is a daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Dack. The parents have tender sympathy in their sorrow. Services were conducted at the home. Thursday 17 October 1912

Buried in McCook Sunday-Flossie, the six months old baby daughter of Mr. and Mrs. G.C. Smith, was laid away in Riverview cemetery, yesterday afternoon. Services were conducted at the home, about seven miles east of the city, by Rev. Neal Johnson, pastor of the Methodist church, at one o’clock, after which the little body was conveyed here for burial. The sorrowing parents are remembered in tender sympathy by all their friends and neighbors. Monday 21 October 1912

Death Calls Mrs. Hart-Mrs. John Hart died at her home, 410 Chicago avenue, Monday night at 10:30, pm after a lingering illness of cancer of the stomach. Mrs. Hart has been troubled with the cancer for the last two years and has been bedridden for four weeks. She is survived by her husband and four children, all at home with the exception of a daughter, Mrs. Swartz, of Harvard, who arrived this morning. Services were held at the home Wednesday morning at 10:30 followed by the funeral at the Catholic church. Thursday 24 October 1912

Enos Rishel Passes On-Enos Rishel passed away, Wednesday morning, about 6:15 in the McCook General hospital, where he was recently operated upon for relief of an old ailment, which lately assumed serious phase. He was apparently doing well up to a brief while before his death, which ensued suddenly. Enos Rishel was born in Layfayette, Indiana, in 1842. He has lived in Nebraska about 40 years, settling in Gage county in an early day. For past 15 years has lived in McCook,. He is survived by his wife and seven children, all of them will be present at his burial, five daughters and two sons. The funeral services will be conducted in the Seventh Day Adventist church of our city, Saturday afternoon at 1:30 o’clock, Rev. House of College View, Nebraska, in charge. Burial will be made in Longview cemetery. All the children are at home but Mrs. Mary Chapman of Sheridan, Wyoming, and Mrs. Lydia Schlutsmeier of Lawrenceburg, Tenn., both of whom are on their way home now. Enos Rishel was gentle, kindly soul. His bereaved wife and children have tenderest sympathy in his death. Thursday 7 November 1912

Under the impulse of the dejection of ill health, Mr. O.N. Rector took his own life, last Tuesday afternoon, at the home in our city, with a revolver. Mr. Rector and family have lived in this county and city for a number of years, coming here from Oxford. He, his estimable wife, and splendid family have enjoyed the highest regard and friendship of a large circle of friends since their residence among us. He is the owner of a fine residence in our city, and very large farm interests on the upper Driftwood. Departed has stood high for business integrity and person of character. His death and its manner is most keenly deplored by this entire community, and the profoundest sympathy of every tender heart goes out to bereaved wife and children thus sadly and tragically made to suffer the loss of a devoted and doting husband and father. Oscar N. Rector was born on July 17th, 1859, in Oskaloosa, Iowa. Died McCook, Nebraska, December 10, 1912. Aged 53 years. Was united in marriage with Miss Mary Addie Humphrey, February 15, 1882, in New Sharon, Iowa. Twelve children were born to them, two of them dying in infancy. He is survived by the wife and ten children, Mr. Earl Rector of Overton, Nebraska, Miss Cleo, Miss Bernice, Miss Tressa, Mr. Conrad, Miss Avis, Miss Argyle, Masters Ned and Merlin and Audrey, all of our city. Departed leaves six brothers and one sister. Funeral services were held at the home this afternoon at three o’clock conducted briefly by Rev. A.A. Robertson of the Congregational church, and of private nature. The remains will be taken to Oxford in the morning for interment. The pall bearers will be made up from the McCook Woodman lodge. Albert Rector, a brother, from Oak Hill, Kansas, is here, arriving on 13, yesterday. Also a brother of Mrs. Rector, Mrs. S.C. Humphrey of Courtland, Kansas. Thursday 12 December 1912