Weddings:

Troester-Schauer - Miss Anna Troester, daughter of Mr. And Mrs. Wm. Troester, and Mr. Louis Schauer were married Tuesday May 23^rd, at the Evangelical Lutheran church on route 2 and a reception was held at the home of the bride’s parents after the ceremony at the church. This was one of the largest weddings in this part of the country for some time, over 200 being present. The church was beautifully decorated for the occasion. A very elaborate five o’clock dinner was served to which all did ample justice, and dancing was indulged in by a large crowd until the wee small hours. Many beautiful and useful presents were received by the happy couple. Bartley Inter-Ocean Thursday, 25 May 1916

Kincheloe-Coba - Miss Jessie Kincheloe and Brakeman Charles A. Coba, both of our city, were married in Hastings, Tuesday of this week, as reported by the Hastings Daily Tribune. Thursday, 25 May 1916

Miesen-Kempkes - Miss Mamie Miesen of our city and Mr. Theodore Kempkes of Crete were united in marriage in the Catholic church in Crete, Monday morning, May 23, 1916, at eight o’clock, Rev. Father Mosier performing the ceremony. The attendants were Miss Mary Kempkes of Crete and Mr. William Miesen of our city, brother of the bride. The bride is the daughter of Mr. And Mrs. Peter Miesen of our city, and is an accomplished young lady of fine and amiable character. The groom has grown to young manhood in Crete, and is highly esteemed in his home town, where he is now manager and proprietor of a moving picture theatre. The bride wore a tan colored tailored suit. Miss Kempkes a white serge suit. The groom and his attendant were both dressed in blue serge garments. The list of presents from McCook friends included many handsome and useful gifts. McCook friends will wish them happiness and prosperity. Mr. And Mrs. Peter Miesen and Mr. Will Miesen returned home, Monday night, from attending the wedding. Thursday, 25 May 1916

Baer-Aten - This evening at 8:00 o’clock, in Beaver City, Nebraska, will occur the wedding of Miss Lulu Baer of that place and Mr. William Goranflo Aten, of Sheridan, Wyoming, both of the young people being well known in many McCook friends and admirers, won and held during their teaching experiences in the McCook schools. The Tribune anticipates with very best wishes. Thursday, 2 June 1916

Beaver City, Neb., June 21 - William G. Aten of Sheridan, Wyo., and Miss Lula E. Baer were married at the home of the bride’s mother, Mrs. Harriet Baer, in this city, this evening at 8 o’clock, Rev. T.G. Aten, the father of the groom and pastor of the Methodist church at Patterson, Ia., officiating. Mr. And Mrs. Baer left immediately for a wedding trip which will extend to Niagara Falls, New York city and Washington. Mr. Aten is fuel inspector for the Burlington and was formerly instructor in science in the McCook high school. Mrs. Aten is a graduate of the Beaver City high school, and Kearney normal and the Columbia school of music of Chicago. Mr. And Mrs. Aten will eventually make their home at Sheridan, Wyoming.

Doyle-McManigal - Sunday evening, June 18^th, at Wauneta, Nebr., Miss Anna Doyle, daughter of Mr. And Mrs. Benjamin Doyle of Quick, Nebr., and Ray McManigal, eldest son of M.J. McManigal, were joined in marriage at the home of Mr. And Mrs. R.H. Trowbridge of Wauneta, Rev. D.G. Wine officiating. The couple are well known in and about McCook, he being one of the 12^th Grade graduates of the class of 1916. After the ceremony refreshments were served which were greatly enjoyed by the guests present. The happy couple will make their home in McCook. They are staying at present near Wauneta where the groom has secured work for a short time. Communicated. Thursday, 2 June 1916

Hansmeyer-Walker - Last evening at the German Congregational parsonage, Mr. Clifford H. Hansmeyer and Miss Elizabeth Walker were united in marriage, Rev. Ferdinand Sattler, pastor, performing the ceremony. The groom is a brakeman in the Burlington service here, having come to McCook from Beardstown, Ill. The bride is a daughter of Henry Walker of our city. Thursday, 2 June 1916

Weber-Krieger - Miss Amelia Weber, daughter of Mr. And Mrs. Jacob Weber, of Lincoln, was married at 8 p.m., Wednesday to Conrad H. Krieger at the home of the bride’s parents, 720 D street, Rev. George Graf of the German Congregational church performed the ceremony. The bride wore a gown of white Georgette crepe over crepe de chine. Her bridal veil of white net was caught with lilies of the valley and she carried a bouquet of white roses. Miss Elizabeth Krieger, of McCook, sister of the groom, attended the bride, and wore a pink and white voile dress and carried a bouquet of white and pink roses. Jack P. Weber, brother of the bride, acted as best man. Little Rosina Weber, sister of the bride, was the flower girl and carried the ring in a small basket covered with flowers. The ceremony was performed in the living room under an archway made of greens and peonies. During the ceremony Miss Helen Mosher played the wedding march from Lohengrin. The Weber home was decorated throughout with potted plants, bouquets, ferns, pink and white roses and peonies. Immediate following the ceremony a lunch was served. Mrs. C. Frizler, Mrs. E. Sinner, Miss Alice Robrig, and Miss Amelia Yaker assisted in the serving. Miss Helen Moser, Miss Hazel Duffield, Theodore Heinz and a male quartet gave a musical program during lunching hour. Several vocal solos were given by Hazel Duffield, several violin solos were given by Theodore Heinz, accompanied by Miss Helen Mosher, and three numbers were given by the male quarter. The out-of-town guests were Mr. And Mrs. C.J. Krieger, Miss Elizabeth Krieger of McCook, Neb.; Mrs. E. Sinner of McCook; Mr. And Mrs. Schafer of Hastings; and Mrs. Schenerman of Hastings. Mr. And Mrs. Conrad Krieger left early Thursday morning for the Pacific coast. They will be home to their friends after July 15 at Havelock. Lincoln Journal. Monday, 12 June 1916

Moore-Nordby Marriage - The marriage of Miss Clara Nordby of Benson, Neb., to Joseph Moore of University Place took place Wednesday at 6 p.m., in the Methodist Episcopal church, the ceremony being performed by Dr. I.H. Schreckengast before a large number of guests. Before the entrance of the bridal party the members of Miss Nordby’s sorority in pink and white entered the church. The bride’s maids were Miss Neva McNeil, Miss Eva Kauffman, Miss Lillian Glock and Miss Emma Griesel. The groom was attended by Earl Bartley and Levi Griesel. The ushers were members of the Wesleyan quartet of which the groom was a member. Preceding and during the ceremony Prof. Daniel Jones of the piano department played the Lohengrin wedding march. Clemens Movius of the voice department sang “At Dawn.” The bride’s gown was of white satin with chiffon and pearl trimmings and her veil was caught with orange blossoms. After the ceremony the bride and groom and immediate relatives were entertained at a wedding breakfast at the home of Mr. And Mrs. O.H. Venner. Mr. And Mrs. Moore were members of this year’s graduating class of Nebraska Wesleyan university. Mr. Moore has been a member of the Wesleyan male quartet for the past three years. Mrs. Moore has been active in different organizations connected with the school. They left Wednesday for Dixon, South Dakota, and after visiting Mrs. Moore’s father will take a trip to New York and Boston. On July 3 they will sail from San Francisco to the Philippines where they have been appointed for missionary work. Their residence will be Iba, Luzon. The out-of-town guests at the wedding were Theresa Hight, Corning, Ia; Carleton Cummings, Kearney, Neb., Mabel Lungren, Wausa; Faye Gillan, Lexington; Mabel Lucas, Merna; Eula Black, Arnold; Helen Plumb, York; Iva Marvel, Hastings; Anna Lane, Mrs. Helen Coleman, Omaha; Florence Moore, St. Paul, Minn.; Mrs. Baker, Bartley, Neb., and Rev. O.T. Moore, Bladen. Lincoln Journal Monday 12 June 1916

Popular Couple Married - Wedding of Elizabeth Mason and Harrison L. Hohl in Omaha. Harrison L. Hohl of McCook and Miss Elizabeth Mason, of this city, were married at the Lowe Avenue Presbyterian church, in Omaha, at 10 o’clock Thursday, June 1, Dr. A.F. Ernst, pastor of the church, officiating. They left at once for Albion, to visit Mr. Hohl’s parents, and arrived in Beaver City yesterday to visit Mrs. Hohl’s parents and many friends. They leave today for their new home in McCook. The groom is son of Mr. And Mrs. Leonard Hohl, of Albion, Nebr., his father having been agent of the Union Pacific Railway Co. at that place for many years. Mr. Hohl was likewise a railroad man for some time in the telegraph department, afterward being in the employ of the Byrne-Hammer Dry Goods Co., of Omaha. At present he is traveling salesman for the Wheeler-Motter Dry Goods Co., of St. Joseph, his territory being western Nebraska and Kansas and eastern Colorado, with headquarters at McCook. Mr. Hohl is a genial young man, possessed of a very happy disposition, and his success speaks for his industry and capabilities. The bride is the elder daughter of Mr. And Mrs. Wm. H. Mason, of this city, where she resided during her entire life. Her father, like the father of her husband, is a railroad man, having been in the employ of the Burlington Railway Co. for thirty-five years, and has been stationed at Beaver City for twenty-nine years. Miss Mason graduated from the Beaver City high school and later from the State University, after which she completed the medical course of the University at Omaha, receiving her degree in 1915, and for the past year has practiced her profession at the M.E. hospital in that city. She received the high honor of being chosen one of the members of that select college fraternity, The Black Masque, at Lincoln, and is also a member of the world-wide medical fraternity, Ne Sigma Phi. She is a most popular and efficient young woman, a fact freely and fully attested by the favor she attained in her university career as well as in society, church and school activities at home. In her marriage she does not expect to abandon her chosen profession - in which she excels - but will continue her practice in McCook. Beaver City Times-Tribune, June 8, ‘16. Monday 12 June 1916

Harris-Metz - A very quiet but impressive wedding occurred at the home of Mr. And Mrs. Ed. Purdy, Wednesday evening at 8 o’clock. When Miss Beulah Harris was united in marriage to Mr. Freeman Metz of Akron, Ohio. The bridal couple were attended by Miss Joy Cook and Mr. Otis Harris, brother of the bride. Little Hazel Spencer acted as ring bearer, carrying the ring which was placed in the center of a carnation. The bride was dressed in a pale blue taffeta dress with shadow lace, the groom wore the conventional black. The bride’s maid was dressed in a dainty evening dress of blue taffeta and shadow lace Miss Mabel Trout played the wedding march. Only relatives and close friends of Mr. And Mrs. Metz witnessed the ceremony which was performed by Rev. Neal Johnson. They received many beautiful and costly presents. The bride has been employed the past six years by the Nebraska Telephone Company, three years of that time serving as chief operator. The groom is employed by the Ohio Telephone Company as cableman. After the ceremony an elegant three-course supper was served, the table decorations being pink and white carnations. Mr. And Mrs. Metz left the same evening on No. 6 for Nebraska City and Riverton, Iowa, where they will visit a few days with Mr. Metz’s relatives, after which they will depart for their home in Akron, Ohio. Thursday, 22 June 1916

Lambe-Brewster - Edward J. Lambe of Beaver City and Dr. Elizabeth M. Brewster of Beatrice were married at the rectory of the Lincoln cathedral, Wednesday morning at 11:30, Rev. John E. Hahn of Orleans officiating. The groom is a member of the law firm of Lambe & Butler of Beaver City and Cambridge. The bride is a sister of Dr. Brewster of Beaver City and has practiced medicine in both Beaver City and Beatrice. Thursday, 22 June 1916

Married at Christian Church - At noon, Wednesday, June 21, 1916, in the Christian church, Rev. J.S. Beem officiating, occurred the marriage of May Anna Berry and Daniel E. Wiltrout. As contracting parties were deaf, Mrs. R.T. Riley acted as interpreter. The church was beautifully decorated with white crepe paper, cupids and wedding bell. The wedding party gathered in the church hall and as Miss May Anthony played a wedding march, Pastor Beem, Mrs. R.T. Riley, followed by the bride and groom who were also followed by their groomsman, Mr. Truman Troxel, bride’s maid, Miss Vesper Green and Misses Juanita and Hoyt McKern, flower girls, marched down the aisle and took their respective places under the wedding bell, where a very impressive ring ceremony was performed, which was witnessed by about 50 invited guests, many making the hard trip in cars a distance of from 50 to 75 miles over very bad muddy roads. Following the ceremony congratulations were given by friends and relatives after which all repaired to the banquet room of the J.E. Kelley hall which was handsomely decorated for the occasion, where an elegant two-course dinner was served, Misses Florence and Genevieve Enright, Marian Stewart, Laura Moers and Dosia Justice serving, and Miss May Anthony presiding at the piano. Miss Berry, lately a graduate of the Fulton (Mo.) School for the Deaf, was gowned in a beautiful dress of white organdie and carried a bunch of pink and white carnations. The bride’s maid wore white mescaline, the flower girls white embroidery and the groom and groomsman both wearing dark navy blue. The groom, educated at the Omaha School for the Deaf, is a prosperous farmer of sterling qualities, living on a farm about 6 miles northwest of Hamlet, Nebraska, where they will make their future home with best wishes of many friends and relatives. The contracting parties received many beautiful and useful presents. Communicated. Thursday 22 June 1916

Goodrich-Thompson - Consummated Friday Morning at the Catholic Parsonage - Mr. Rollo M. Goodrich of Omaha and Miss Marie Thompson of Omaha were married, Friday morning, Rev. Fr. McCullough of St. Patrick’s Catholic church performing the ceremony at the parsonage at 10:30 o’clock. The bride is a sister of Mrs. Ira E. Doyle of our city, with whom she has been visiting for a few months. Mr. And Mrs. G.N. Cochran of Briggadale, Colorado, (Mrs. Cochran being another sister), and Mr. And Mrs. McCarthy of Norton, Kansas, were present at the wedding from out of city. A five-o’clock wedding dinner was served at the home of Mr. And Mrs. Ira Doyle on 6^th street east to a small wedding party. Mr. And Mrs. Goodrich departed on Saturday for Omaha on a brief visit, to go from there to the Pacific coast on a wedding trip of a month or so. They will be at home to their friends in Omaha after September 1^st. Monday, 21 July 1916

Gorthy-Sutton - Last Wednesday evening at the home of the bride’s parents in Benkelman, Miss Hazel A. Gorthy was united in marriage to Mr. Everett S. Sutton, of Max, by Rev. J.R. Bucknell, of Stratton. Miss Gorthy taught school as Parks last year, and Mr. Sutton is the Burlington agent at Max. The happy pair left on No. 3 for Denver, and after a trip in the mountains will set up housekeeping over the depot at Max. Stratton News. Thursday 31 July 1916

Salerno-Branscom - Mr. Santo Salerno, Jr., and Miss Maud Branscom were married, last evening, at the home of Elza Ward in South McCook. The young folks departed, last night, for her father’s home in Texas, where they will make their home. Thursday, 3 August 1916

George Green Marries - The wedding of George Green and Miss Julia Holzgrass was recently solemnized in Lewistown, Montana. George is a McCook boy, son of Mr. And Mrs. R.A. Green of our city. He is employed in the lumber business in Lewistown. As George’s choice for life, the bride must be charming and wrathful. Thursday, 31 August 1916

Rouch-Andrews Wedding - A happy union was consummated, last Friday evening, when Mr. Everett Rouch and Miss Hazel Andrews, two popular McCook young people, were married by Rev. Croft at the Baptist parsonage, in the presence of members of the contracting families. The bride is a charming and worthful girl, who was graduated from M.H.S. in 1915, subsequently teaching a successful term of country school. While her home is near Culbertson, her school days were spent in McCook, where many esteem her high Christian character, and clever energetic ways. The groom is the youngest son of Conductor and Mrs. H.A. Rouch, a young man of fine character. McCook has been his home from childhood, and M.H.S. ‘14 his alma mater. During the two years past he has been an apprentice machinist in the shops at Silvas, Ill., which will be their future home. The young couple left on No. 14, Friday night, for Liberty, Nebraska, to visit the Rev. D.L. McBride family briefly enroute to their Illinois home. We utter the sentiment of many friends in expressing congratulations and well wishes. Thursday 5 October 1916

Heskett-Hammel Wedding - A very quiet but impressive wedding occurred at the home of Mr. And Mrs. C.C. Heskett, Wednesday evening, when their daughter Bertha was united in marriage with Bert M. Hammel. At the march, played by the bride’s sister, Miss Ada Heskett, the bride and groom marched to an archway where Rev. Croft performed the ceremony. Only immediate relatives and friends were present. The bride was attended by her sister, Miss Thelma Heskett, the groom by his nephew, Eldred Hammel. After congratulations a three-course supper was served. The happy couple received several beautiful presents. Mrs. Hammel has made McCook her home for the past eight years, graduating from the M.H.S., ‘15, and since that time has been employed in the C.L. DeGroff establishment. Mr. Hammel is a prosperous young farmer living near McCook. Mr. And Mrs. Hammel will make their home on a farm one and a half miles north of McCook. They will be at home to their friends after Dec. 1^st. Communicated. Thursday, 23 November 1916

White-Floyd Marriage - Was Celebrated on Thanksgiving Day at Franklin Residence - Miss Bessie Leona White and Mr. Arthur J. Floyd were married, Thanksgiving evening, at the home of the bride’s aunt, Mrs. V. Franklin, Rev. H.C. Seidel performing the ceremony. About 25 guests, largely relatives, witnessed the ceremony. The bride is the well-known graduate nurse and niece of Mrs. Franklin. The groom is a professional piano tuner. The home was decorated in yellow chrysanthemums. The ceremony was performed in a bower effect secured with the liberal use of chrysanthemums and smilax. The bride looked charming in a white crepe de chene, with long veil caught with orange blossoms, and carried a bouquet of bride’s roses. After the ceremony a dainty lunch was served, Misses Dorothy and Florence Wolfe and Esther and Ruth Ball assisting in the serving. The same evening, Mr. And Mrs. Floyd departed for Beatrice to remain until January 1^st, when they will leave for Boston, where Mr. Floyd will take a post-graduate course in his profession. The bride’s going away dress was a blue broad cloth with hat to match. After March 1^st, Broken Bow, Nebraska, will be their home. The Tribune expresses the congratulations and best wishes of McCook friends. Monday, 4 December 1916

Ames-Woolley Marriage - Father Kunz Performed Ceremony at St. Patrick’s Wednesday - The marriage of Miss Frances Cecelia Ames and Mr. Herbert Charles Woolley was solemnized at St. Patrick’s church, last Wednesday morning, at nine o’clock, Father Kunz, O.M.I., celebrant. The bride is a daughter of Mr. And Mrs. Albert Ames, and the wedding reception was held at the home of the bride at Centralia, Illinois, at high noon, Thanksgiving day. The groom has been a member of the bridge gang at work in the neighborhood of McCook, during the past summer. His home is Galesburg, Illinois, where they will make their home. Monday 4 December 1916

DEATHS:

John Kolb Dead. John Kolb, a resident in Red Willow county in the early days, died in the asylum at Hastings, last week, and burial was made there, last Friday. Kolb was sent to the asylum at Hastings about 20 years ago, and was a charge of W.S. Fitch, who was notified a few days since of the death of his old ward. Monday 29 May 1916

Death of William Buhrman. William Buhrman of Frontier county died at the General hospital in our city, Thursday afternoon, of cancer. The body was taken by Undertaker Pade to the church in Frontier county, north of Indianola, Friday afternoon. The deceased was a county charge of Frontier county, as is his aged wife who survives him. Monday 29 May 1916

Early Settler Passes On. Mrs. Matthew Droll Goes On Before After Illness of Some Length. Mrs. Matthew Droll passed away, Thursday morning, at the farm home out in Coleman precinct, after an illness of some length. The departed was one of the early settlers of that section of the county, and is survived by the husband and several children. Funeral services were held in St. Patrick’s church of our city, Saturday morning, after which interment was made in Calvary cemetery of the parish. Rev. A.H. Kunz, O.M.I., conducted a brief service at the parish cemetery. Obituary: Katharina Barbara Brown was born Nov. 26, 1855, near Henry, Marshall county, Ill. Died May 25, 1916, at her home near McCook, Nebraska, aged 60 years, 5 months, 29 days. November, 1875, was married to Charles Troendly at Loda, Illinois, he dying three years later. July 22, 1880, was married to Matthias Droll, at Loda, Iroquios county, Illinois, where she lived until November, 1889, when she moved with her husband and family to McCook, near which place she lived until her death. She leaves, besides her husband and family, to mourn her death, two brothers and two sisters, John Braun of St. Ann, Neb., Adam Braun of Spaulding, Neb., Mrs. Mary Schilz of McCook, Nebr., and Mrs. Clara Grozdider of Eudora, Kansas, all of whom were present at her bedside during her last illness. Funeral services were held in St. Patrick’s Catholic church of our city, Saturday morning at ten o’clock, Rev. Fr. A.H. Kunz, O.M.I., officiating. Monday 29 May 1916

Many Attended the Service. The funeral services, Monday afternoon at 3:30 o’clock at the Pade undertaking parlor, over the body of the late Mrs. Lynn B. Hoyt, were largely attended by sympathetic people and friends from city and country, their numbers overflowing the capacity of the parlor. It was a touching and pathetic service indeed. Sorrow and love for the dear young mother gone on before and sorrow and sympathy for the bereaved young husband, little babies, parents and other bereft. The body was taken on No. 6, Monday night, for Kearney, where burial will be made. The following obituary has been prepared for publication: The many friends of Mrs. Lynn B. Hoyt were painfully surprised to hear of her death Monday morning, her death occurring at the General hospital, McCook, Neb., after a week of illness. Helena Margaret Hellriegel, daughter of Mr. And Mrs. Adam Hellriegel of Kearney, Neb., was born in Kearney, August 25, 1890, departed this life May 29, 1916, age 25 years, 9 months and 4 days. She spent her childhood on a farm near Kearney, but later moved to Kearney with her parents, where she received her education, having graduated from the State Normal school. Helena Hellriegel was united in marriage with Lynn B. Hoyt, Aug., 16, 1911. The home thus founded was a happy one, for Helena was a faithful wife and a kind and loving mother. They made their home on a farm southwest of McCook where the young bride made many warm friends. Three children were born to Mr. And Mrs. Hoyt, Frances Margaret, Elinor Marion and Will Lynn. The deceased leaves to mourn her sad and untimely death, a husband, two little girls, and infant son, father, mother, 3 sisters, a brother, and a host of friends. Brief funeral services were held Monday afternoon and the remains sent to Kearney for burial. Thursday 1 June 1916

A Tender Tribute to A Worthy Young Man. The funeral of J. Earl Ludwick occurred from the J.W. Ridenour home on Sunday afternoon at three o’clock. Brief services were conducted at the home by Rev. Neal Johnson of the Methodist church, a mixed quartet providing the music. From the home the body was escorted by the members of McCook lodge No. 135, A.F. & A.M., to Longview cemetery, where the beautiful and impressively solemn burial service of the Masonic order was held with F.L. Wolff as acting master and F.A. Munden as marshal. Besides the Masonic order, the Knights of Pythias, the McCook band and members of the McCook Commerical club attended the funeral in organized form, between 50 and 75 automobiles being required to carry the organizations to the cemetery, the largest number of cars even seen in a similar event in this part of the state. The floral bearers were: L. Thorgrimson, J.F. Cordeal, F.M. Colfer, Joseph Mokko, R.H. Gatewood, George Campbell, intimate friends of the departed. Of floral offerings and tributes there was a wealth and beauty, in set pieces and cut flowers, from organizations and individuals, perhaps never before excelled in the history of this city, bearing mute but lovely tribute to the general and deep feeling of respect and love and sympathy of this community for the one who had crossed the bar and for the dear ones bereaved and sorrowing. Indeed, it is in such exhibitions of the heart and sympathies that McCook takes firm and abiding hold on the imagination of those interested in spiritual values and expressions. Mrs. Owens, of Yuma, Colorado; Mrs. Trowbridge, of Lincoln, Neb.; and Mr. Wheeler, of Onarga, Illinois; were near relatives present at the funeral. James Earl Ludwick was born in Dallas, Texas, June 11, 1878. Died in McCook, Nebraska, June 21, 1916. Since early boyhood has been a resident of McCook, where he has borne a leading and prominent part in all of its activities, and came to be regarded as an authority along commercial and civic lines. His memory will long be held in tender recollection by many citizens. Card of Appreciation. We are most grateful for and appreciative of the assistance and sympathy of orders and friends shown in our sorrow and bereavement; and mindful of the tender floral tributes given by the Masons, Knights at Pythias, O.E.S., McCook band, McCook Commercial club, and others. We will long keep in memory every kindness and sentiment. Mr. And Mrs. J.W. Ridenour. Lewis Ludwick. Loren Ludwick. Mrs. H. Trowbridge. Mrs. I.J. Owen. Mrs. E.L. Wheeler. Monday 26 June 1916

Death Ended His Keen Suffering. L.M. Higgins, the Ex-Sheriff, Answered Man’s Last Call. L.M. Higgins passed away, Monday night about 10 o’clock, in the General hospital of our city, where he went a few days since for treatment. Mr. Higgins has been failing rapidly in health lately, and a few days since his condition became critical and he went to the General hospital, where it was determined that he was suffering with cancer of the stomach and that an operation would not avail. Death relieved his great physical suffering, Monday night. Mr. Higgins came to McCook from Bartley, when he became sheriff, and this has since been his home. Lowell M. Higgins was born in Nemaha county, this state, January 4, 1860. Died in McCook, Nebraska, July 10, 1916. He was 56 years, 6 months, 6 days old at his death. The body was shipped to Cambridge, Wednesday morning on No. 12, for interment and services. Burial occurred on Wednesday afternoon. A number of members of the family came to McCook, and accompanied the body to Cambridge for burial; His father and mother; a sister from North Platte; a brother from Fairmont; 3 sons and a son-in-law from Yuma, Colo.; the wife, daughter and daughter-in-law. Thursday 13 July 1916

F.M. Kennedy Passes On. The End Came, Tuesday Morning, After Long Illness. After an illness of some length, F.M. Kennedy passed on, Tuesday morning, at his home in this city. Departed was for over a quarter of a century a resident of Red Willow county, homesteading in an early day southeast of McCook. Through all these years he maintained a high standing among his fellows, and his going is sincerely regretted by many. Services were held in the Baptist church, Wednesday afternoon at two o’clock, with the sermon by Rev. Croft, who was assisted in the services by Rev. Johnson of the Methodist church. The music was the offering of the church choir. Interment followed in Riverview cemetery. Following obituary was read at the service: Francis M. Kennedy was born in Adams county, Ohio, May 6, 1847. Moved with his parents when 9 years of age to Livingston county, Illinois, where he grew to manhood. In the fall of 1873 he came to York, Nebr., where he was united in marriage to Theresa R. Radford, Aug. 5, 1874. To this union six children were born; Walter B. dying in infancy, Alfred E. dying in early manhood, Fernando D. and Ira L. living in Washington county, Colorado, Ray V. and Mrs. John Hammell both of this place. When about 28 years of age he became a Christian, uniting with the United Brethren Church of which he always remained a member. In 1893, he entered the ministry performing his duties faithfully until poor health intervened. In 1889 he moved onto a homestead 9 miles southeast of McCook, Nebr., where he resided until the fall of 1913 when he moved to Washington county, Colo. Failing health caused him to return to McCook in March of this year. He was taken to his bed April 9^th, gradually failing in health until July 25, 1916, when the Lord called him to His heavenly home. Age 69 years, 2 months and 19 days. He leaves to mourn his departure a faithful wife, 3 sons, 1 daughter, 3 sisters and 5 grandchildren, besides a host of friends. We wish to express our thanks and appreciation to the many kind neighbors and friends for their assistance and for the floral offerings during the illness and after the death of our loved one. Mrs. T.R. Kennedy and sons. Mr. And Mrs. John Hammell. Thursday 27 July 1916

The Funeral Service Held This Afternoon. Large Attendance at the Methodist Church by Friends and Others. The body of William A. Middleton arrived from California last night on No. 14, accompanied by Mrs. Middleton and son W.A. Middleton, Jr. Large delegations of the Odd Fellows and A.O.U.W. lodges met the train and escorted the body to the Pade undertaking parlor. Services were held in the Methodist church, this afternoon, under A.O.U.W. auspices, with sermon by Rev. Neal Johnson, pastor, and music by a quartet of the church. There was a large attendance of friends and other people, and a lavish display of floral tributes. The body will be taken to Holdrege for interment in the morning, six members of the local Workman lodge being the pall-bearers. Obituary. William Arthur Middleton was born in Millersburg, Mercer county, Illinois, May 15, 1859. Died at Selma, Californi, July 28, 1916. Aged 57 years, 3 months and 13 days. After nine weeks of suffering he welcomed his release. He leaves besides a wife and six children, three sisters and three brothers to mourn his loss. This sad bereavement occurred while the deceased was on a visit to his children in California, and the remains were accompanied home by his wife and son. W.A. Middleton, Jr., of Selma, California. The daughters Mrs. Ethel Byfield of Selma, Calif., Mrs. Minnie Tabler of Parlier, Calif., and Mrs. Florence Brown of Ridgeway, Mo., were unable to attend the funeral. Mrs. Opal Rhoades of Marion, Neb., and Mrs. Maude Williams of Danbury, Neb., are with us, also the deceased’s brother Isaac Middleton of Wymore, Neb. Thursday 3 August 1916

Funeral of William G. Jones. Services at the Methodist Church on Friday Afternoon. The funeral of William G. Jones was held in the Methodist church, Friday afternoon at three o’clock, interment taking place in Longview cemetery. Rev. Neal Johnson was assisted by Rev. Louis Hieb of the Congregational church in the service. The church quartet provided appropriate music. The deceased spent many years of his life here, and was well and favorably known to many, who will join The Tribune in expressions of sympathy for the bereaved wife and children. Obituary. W.G. Jones was born in LaFayette, Minn., May 19^th, 1857; passed peacefully away at the General hospital, McCook, Nebr., Aug. 3, 1916. Aged 59 years, 2 months, 4 days. He was married to Miss Ida Branscom Jan. 7, 1891, at Maywood, Nebr., by Rev. Geo. S. Selby. To this union was born one daughter and two sons, who survive him. Those present at the funeral were the devoted wife, the daughter and her husband, Mr. And Mrs. H.C. Doty of Omaha, the youngest son, Lucius, and a brother Mr. Thomas Jones of Lincoln, and relatives of Mrs. Jones who live in and near McCook. Monday 7 August 1916

Obituary of W.G. Jones. W.G. Jones was born in LaFayette, Minn., May 19, 1857; peacefully passed away at the General hospital, McCook, Neb., Aug. 3, 1916. Aged 59 years, 2 months and 14 days. He grew to manhood in the town of his birth; then removed to Alabama with his parents. He then returned to his native city and afterwards went to Syracuse, Neb., to visit a brother Thomas Jones and while there met Miss Ida Branscom, a sister of Mrs. Thomas Jones, whom he married Jan. 7, 1891, at Maywood, Neb., Rev. Geo. S. Shelby solemnizing their marriage. They made their home in and around McCook for about 4 years then removed to Minnesota, but returned to McCook in 1903, where they made their home up until 1913 when they went west, spending time in various places in Idaho, Utah and Colorado. Mr. Jones began to fail in health in January, 1914, and visited various doctors, but at last they pronounced it carcoma cancer and treated it as such. May 9, 1916, he left Denver, Colo., to go east to visit his daughter, brothers and sisters, saying he wished to bid them good bye as he felt his end was near. He enjoyed this visit very much, especially the two weeks he spent at Cedar Lawn Farm with a sister of Mrs. Jones. Some seven weeks ago he came back to McCook and spent the time with friends until the last week when he went to the General Hospital that he might be more easily cared for although he was able to help himself almost to the end. He had a family of 5 children, 1 daughter, Mrs. Harry C. Doty, of 2019 St. Mary’s Ave., Omaha, Neb.; and 2 sons, Willie of Helena, Mont., and Lucius of McCook, Neb. He leaves to mourn his loss a devoted wife, who never tired of caring for him, his three children, two brothers, Thomas of Lincoln, Neb., and Dave of Weeping Water, and two sisters, Mrs. Chas. Wentz of Hastings and Miss Miriam Jones of Birmingham, Ala., and many friends. His funeral was conducted by Rev. Neal Johnson and Rev. Hieb at the M.E. Church at 3 p.m., Friday, Aug. 4, 1916. Interment was at Riverview cemetery. Monday 7 August 1916

Anna Burnett Laid To Rest Tuesday. Funeral Here on Tuesday Afternoon-Interment in Longview. Accompanied by loving members of the family and friends, the body of Anne Burnett arrived here, Monday night on No. 6, from Portland, Oregon and interment was made in Longview cemetery of our city, Tuesday afternoon, following services at the home of the parents, Engineer and Mrs. W.D. Burnett at 801 1^st street west. Rev. H.J. Johnson, rector of St. Alban’s Episcopal church, conducted the burial service of the church, in an impressive manner, at residence and grave, the augmented church choir assisting, and a solo by Miss Velma Sutton adding. The floral tributes and sentiments were superb and numerous, and quite a large company of relatives, friends and neighbors attended the last of earth at the late home of the departed. The sudden death of Miss Anne Burnett at Portland, Oregon, August 9^th, was a very great shock to the relatives and many friends of the young woman. Death was due to cerebral hemorrhage. Anne Burnett was the daughter of Mr. And Mrs. W.D. Burnett of this city. She was born at McCook, Neb., Nov. 3, 1892, and lived here all her lifetime with the exception to the last four years. She had been with her brother, Coy Burnett at Portland, Oregon, being employed in his law office for several years. She was to have been married the first of September to Mr. B.M. Burbank of Cleveland, Ohio, with the H.A. Lozier Auto Co. of that city. The remains were brought to McCook for interment Monday. The funeral was held at the home Tuesday afternoon at two o’clock, the Episcopal services used. Mr. And Mrs. Burnett and Francis had spent the most part of the summer with their children at Portland, returning with the remains, accompanied by their son Coy Burnett and Mrs. Olive Girton of Portland, Oregon. Relatives and friends from out of town attending the funeral were Mr. And Mrs. E.G. Bohanan, Will Downy and wife of Lincoln, Mr. And Mrs. John Burnett of Kearney, Mrs. G.W. Copper of Denver. Card of Thanks. We wish to return sincerest thanks to the many kind friends and to the different organizations for sympathy and services rendered and for the many beautiful floral offerings. Mr. And Mrs. W.D. Burnett and family. Thursday 17 August 1916

Death of Invalid Child. Mr. And Mrs. F.W. Patterson of 706 West 1^st street have very tender sympathy of all in the death of their invalid boy, which occurred on Tuesday afternoon. The little one succumbed to an attack of summer trouble after a brief illness. Interment was made this afternoon from the home, where services were conducted by Rev. Neal Johnson of the Methodist church and Rev. Louis Hieb of the Congregational church. Interment was made in Longview cemetery. The child was in his fifth year. Mr. Patterson is in the Burlington signal service, and has been employed lately in the St. Joseph neighborhood. Mrs. Patterson is a daughter of Mr. And Mrs. George Mortimore. Thursday 17 August 1916

Death of Mrs. E.A. Sexson. Passed Away Last Friday at Her Home in Indianola. Mrs. E.A. Sexson died at her home in Indianola, last Friday, after an illness of considerable time; aged 74 years, 8 months, 11 days. Mary R. Spearman was born in Henry county, Iowa, May 4^th, 1842. She was educated in Hones Academy, Wesleyan University. Her first husband was Thomas Campbell Alberson, to whom she was married Sept. 1, 1864. Mr. Alberson died January 6^th, 1883. Three children were born to this union, George O. Alberson of Mount Pleasant, Iowa; Mrs. Pearl Maley of Omaha, and Mrs. Charles Wilson of Toledo, Ohio, Mr. Alberson and Mrs. Maley were at her bedside at the time of her death. Departed was married January 22, 1903 to E.A. Sexson of Indianola, a playmate of her childhood days. A short service was held at the home in Indianola, Friday evening at 7’ o’clock, by the Methodist pastor of Indianola, and on No. 2, the following morning, the body was taken back to Mount Pleansat, Iowa, where interment was made in the Spearmen family burial ground, which is on the farm which was owned by her parents where she was born and where she spent her girlhood days. Mr. Sexson accompanied the body. Mrs. Sexson united with the Methodist church in 1860. Many friends in Red Willow county will remember Mr. Sexson in much sympathy in this loss and sorrow. Monday 21 August 1916

Burial of Baby Kelley. There was a tender mingling of tears and sympathy and flowers, Tuesday afternoon, at the funeral of baby Charles W. Kelley, Jr., at St. Alban’s chapel. Rev. H.J. Johnson conducted the services of the church, with music by the church choir. There was a large sprinkling of sympathizing friends in the presence, and interment in Longview cemetery followed the melting service. Mr. And Mrs. Charles W. Kelley have more than passing sympathy in their sorrow and loss. Thursday 24 August 1916

Burial Took Place on Saturday Afternoon. Little Zona Cadman Laid to Rest in Longview Cemetery. The death of little Zona, eldest daughter of Mr. And Mrs. Roy V. Cadman, was briefly stated in last Thursday’s Tribune, her decease occurring about two o’clock on that day. Funeral services were held in the Baptist church, Saturday afternoon at 2:30 o’clock, Rev. J.W. Croft delivering the sermon, and a special quartet having the music. Many flowers and a liberal attendance attested the general sympathy of many friends for these young people thus bereft of their little one. Zona was the eldest child of Mr. And Mrs. Cadman. Was born in McCook on February 19, 1911; died August 24, 1916, after an illness of ten days. Mr. And Mrs. Frank Allen of Wilcox, parents of the mother, were present at the funeral. It is not mere idle words to print, that the young parents have very tender and general sympathy in this loss and sorrow, the death of their first-born and beloved little daughter. Card of Thanks. We wish to partially express our heartfelt thanks to the many friends who have been so very kind and helpful during the last sad days of the illness and death of our little daughter Zona. We are at a loss for words to properly express thanks, especially the K. of P. boys, the Baptist Sunday School, the Congregational Sunday School, the dispatchers and neighbors who have been so very faithful. Mr. And Mrs. R.V. Cadman. Monday 28 August 1916

Death of Mrs. Thomas Moore. Passed Away on Saturday Morning After Quite a Long Illness. When the spirit of Mrs. Thomas Moore took its flight into celestial realms, last Saturday forenoon, a grand, triumphant Mother in Israel passed on victorious to her reward. Her going away was not unexpected, the hand of sickness having long been laid upon her in heaviness. Coming to McCook from Franklin several years ago, departed has with kindly ways and gentle manners endeared herself to a warm circle of friends, who most sincerely mourn with the husband and children in this passing away. Funeral services were held this afternoon at 2:30 o’clock at the home, the sermon being spoken by Rev. Neal Johnson of the Methodist church, and the music sung by the church choir. Many neighbors and friends by their presence paid a last tribute to the memory of the dear one gone on before and expressed their kindly sympathy for the bereaved ones who remain. There were a number of beautiful floral tributes, emblems and cut flowers. The funeral arrangements were in charge of the Masonic lodge of our city, and the pall-bearers were all members of the order. Interment followed in Longview cemetery of our city. Obituary. Sarah R. Gibson was born in St. Johns, Canada, March 23, 1849. Was united in marriage with Thomas Moore, January 1, 1867, at Ellenburg Depot, New York. Moved to Nebraska in 1879, and to McCook in 1907. Four children were born to them: Mrs. E.J. Briggs of Riverton, Nebraska; Mrs. J.H. Garrett, H.J. Moore and Fred T. Moore, all of McCook. Departed was converted at fifteen years of age and joined the Methodist church, being a devout and faithful member to the end. Monday 28 August 1916

George W. Hartman. The funeral services over George W. Hartman were conducted by Rev. A.H. Kunz, O.M.I., in St. Patrick’s Catholic church, Wednesday morning at ten o’clock. Many friends of the departed and family were present, thus paying their last respects to the esteemed man gone on before and their tender regard and sympathy for the wife and family so tragically bereft of husband and father. Interment was made in Calvary cemetery of St. Patrick’s parish. Obituary. George William Hartman was born near Osceola, in St. Clair county, Missouri, September 30, 1866. A year later the family removed to Atlanta, Georgia. There he resided until ten years of age. In 1876, with father and mother he came west. To North Platte the journey was made by rail, and thence to the Beaver by ox team. There the father took a claim a short distance east of Lebanon, and there it was that George spent his youth attending the primitive school of those early days and growing to sturdy manhood amid the environments of hard farm work. Leaving the farm when about twenty he entered the employment of the Burlington in its bridge department and there continued to work to the last. A personal injury received on the pile driver a few years ago brought to him continued suffering and ill health since. Growing daily more acute, mind and patience were thereby destroyed, and the sad end came, in the early hours of September 3^rd last. August 31, 1893, he was united in matrimony’s holy sacrament to Miss Florence McCarthy of Eckley, Colorado. Since their marriage they have resided continuously in McCook. To this union five children were born. The first God called in infancy. John, Florence, Anna and William survive their beloved father to now console and comfort their sorrowing mother. Card of Thanks. To the many friends and neighbors who extended to us so much assistance and kindness during our great sorrow, we give our heartfelt thanks. Mrs. George W. Hartman and family. Thursday 7 September 1916

Mrs. George P. King. Mrs. George P. King, whose serious condition was noted in Monday evening’s Tribune, following childbirth, died on Tuesday night. The husband of the deceased conducts a cleaning establishment in the Commercial hotel basement, and he has been in almost helpless condition of late with rheumatism. Services were conducted in the Pade undertaking parlor on west B street, Thursday afternoon, in charge of Rev. Neal Johnson of the Methodist church, burial in Longview cemetery following. The stricken and bereaved husband has much sympathy in his sorrow and condition. Iva Irene Scott was born in Marion county, Illinois, June 21, 1880. Died in McCook, Neb., September 6, 1916. Was married to George B. King on October 27, 1915, at Beatrice, Neb. They came to McCook in November, 1915. Mrs. Stewart of Freeport, Illinois, a sister of the deceased, was the only relative of either family present at the funeral. Thursday 7 September 1916

Death of Baby Goldansky. The many friends of Engineer and Mrs. H.G. Goldansky are tenderly touched to learn of the death of their little daughter, which occurred in Denver, last Saturday. The little body was laid away in a Denver cemetery, Sunday. The bereaved parents returned home on Tuesday evening. The sorrowing parents took the little one to Denver, some few weeks ago in the hope that its critical condition might be improved, but nothing permanent could be done for its recovery. The baby had been ill for some time before it was taken to Denver. Thursday 7 September 1916

Baby Buried Here Yesterday. The infant child of Mr. And Mrs. Ed. Schmidt of Lincoln was buried in Calvary cemetery of our city, yesterday afternoon. The little body arrived in the city on No. 9, of that morning, and the father came on No. 1. Brief services were held in St. Patrick’s church, in the afternoon, and interment followed. The baby died in Lincoln, Monday night. The mother was unable to be present. The young parents have most generous and tender sympathy of McCook friends in the death of their baby. Thursday 7 September 1916

Death of Mrs. Hosterman. Mrs. George Hosterman died at the General hospital, last Saturday afternoon, of typhoid pneumonia. Departed leaves a baby about two weeks old, a little boy about three years old, besides the distracted father and husband. The Hostermans moved to city but a few weeks since. Mr. Hosterman is in the railroad service as a passenger brakeman. His fellow employees and friends deeply sympathize with him in this loss and sorrow. The body will be shipped on No. 10 this afternoon, to Nemaha, Nebraska, for burial, and services will be held at that place. Monday 11 September 1916

Early Settler’s Sudden End. Heart Lesion Takes Milton R. Osborn from Earthly Scenes and Activities, Last Thursday Evening. Death came to Milton R. Osborn, last Thursday evening, about 6:30 o’clock, while he was engaged in feeding his horses and cows at the barn near his home on west 2^nd street. When found, he was in a standing position in a manger at the foot of the ladder leading to the hay mow, his body being still warm. His death came as a shock to everybody, as Mr. Osborn was a rugged and active man, and gave no outward indication of the possible heart lesion which was to carry him away so suddenly. Recently, however, he complained of pain in the heart region, but thought it was some lung pain. Decedent has lived in this city for the past quarter century, and was esteemed by a large acquaintanceship. Obituary. Robert Milton Osborn was born at St. Mary’s Ohio, July 23, 1853. He was married in Orleans, Nebraska, to Miss Laura Muirheld, January 1, 1891, to which union five children were born, two, the eldest and youngest, Marshal R. and Mrs. John Dunbar, both of this city, with his wife survive him. He was employed in the Burlington round house at Oxford for a year or more and was promoted to fireman in 1892, when he moved to this city. About a year afterwards he and J.S. McBrayer bought the White Line Transfer from Wm. Anderson, and later he bought his partner’s interest and continued the business for a number of years, selling it in 1908. He was a kind, generous man, generally liked, and his genial, friendly, smiling greeting will be greatly missed by many. Funeral services were held at the home, Sunday afternoon, Rev. Croft of the Baptist church in charge. Music at the home and cemetery by a male quartet. There was a lavish display at both house and Longview cemetery. The following relatives were present at the funeral, Sunday afternoon: Three brothers, their wives and members of their families; Mr. And Mrs. George Osborn; Mr. And Mrs. Francis Osborn and daughter Mrs. Ethel French; Mr. And Mrs. Benjamin Osborn and daughter, Mrs. May Watts; all of Edison, Nebraska; Mr. And Mrs. E.E. Lee and son Henry of Oxford; Mr. John Denio of Dows, Iowa. Those remaining are remembered in great tenderness by all. Card of Thanks. We wish to thank those who so kindly assisted us during the death of our beloved husband and father and for the beautiful sentiments expressed in the floral offerings. Mrs. R.M. Osborn and family. Monday 25 September 1916

Buried Baby Here Yesterday. Many McCook hearts were touched most tenderly, this week, when word came from St. Joe of the death of Mr. And Mrs. C.W. Britt’s baby boy Tuesday. Mr. Britt accompanied the body of their dear little one here on delayed No. 15, yesterday, and interment was made in Longview cemetery, about one o’clock. Rev. Louis Hieb uttered a brief word of prayer at the grave. Mr. Britt returned to St. Joe, the same evening on train 14. Thursday 5 October 1916

Death of Guy E. Garlick. Guy E. Garlick of Limon, Colorado, son-in-law of J.M. Somerville of Perry precinct, died Sunday night in a Denver hospital, following a terrible injury, sustained in a fall from his silo at Limon. The injured man was hurried to a Denver hospital, but death ensued. Burial was made at Limon. Upon receiving word of the accident, county attorney, a brother-in-law, at once left for Denver. Other members of the family here attended the funeral at Limon. The unfortunate young man is survived by the wife and several children. Before moving to Colorado, Guy Garlick conducted a store at St. Ann. He is well known in southern Frontier county and northern Red Willow county. His widow and little daughters and relatives and friends generally have most tender sympathy in this tragic death. Thursday 5 October 1916

Ollie May Ludwig’s Funeral, Tuesday, P.M. Many in Attendance From Both Country and City. The funeral of Miss Ollie May Ludwig was held, Tuesday afternoon, in the Methodist church, where a large number of friends and neighbors assembled to pay a last tribute to the dear one gone on before, and to thus exhibit to the parents and family their sorrow and sympathy for the loss and bereavement. The pupils of the Tenth grade of the McCook high school were present in a body, in honor of the memory of their classmate of a few days at the opening of this school year, when she entered that grade. Rev. J.S. Beem of the Christian church preached the sermon and conducted the services at church and cemetery. In the choir were Mr. And Mrs. A.J. Greer, neighbors of the family; Mrs. A.N. Lineburg, Mrs. M.J. Thomas, and Mr. F.M. Kimmell; with Miss Yeater of Marion at the piano. Interment was made in Longview cemetery of our city. The following obituary and appreciation was read at the church service: Ollie May Ludwig was born near Bellwood, Butler county, Nebraska, March 22, 1901, and departed this life, October 15^th, 1916, aged 15 years, 6 months and 23 days, being a victim of that dreaded disease, typhoid fever. She came with her parents to Red Willow county, near Marion, February 14, 1907, later moving to the farm near McCook where she resided at the time of her death. She was graduated from the 8^th grade schools in May, 1915, and at the time of her death was a student of the McCook High School, being in her Sophomore year. She was a true and noble girl, and during her long illness bore her sufferings with a trusting patience that ever will be a comfort to those to whom she was dear. She leaves her parents, two sisters, two brothers, other relatives, and a large circle of friends to mourn her untimely death. Thursday 15 October 1916

Death of John F. Calkins. Came to His Death, Last Monday Evening, By His Own Hand. John F. Calkins, one of the earliest residents of this part of Red Willow county, came to his sad end, last Monday evening, by shooting himself. For 37 years the departed has been a resident of the country southeast of this city, and has been esteemed by many all the years since the pioneer days of Red Willow county. His lamentable end is regretted and deplored by all, and his family have most tender sympathy in this loss and sorrow. Services were conducted by Rev. Louis Hieb at the farm home, Wednesday morning, with music by a male quartet from the city, after which the body was brought to McCook, and the exercises at the grave, at Longview cemetery, were under auspices of McCook lodge No. 135, A.F. & A.M., of which deceased was long a member. Obituary. John Calkins was the son of Jane and Milo Calkins, being the youngest of their three children. He was born in Butler, Wayne county, New York, May 26, 1843. He joined the army as a corporal of Company G, 9^th Regiment of New York Heavy Artillery in Aug. 22, 1862. He served three years till the close of the Civil war, when he was honorably discharged, June 29, 1865. He was married Oct. 20, 1868, to Isabel F. Merrills. To this union five children were born, one son and four daughters, who all survive him. In 1869 he moved with his family to Lowell, Kent county, Mich. In the fall of 1879 he moved to Red Willow county, Nebraska, where he took up a homestead and has resided till the time of his death. His wife died May 16, 1884. In 1887 he was united in marriage to Susan F. Knef. There were no children born to this union, but an adopted son, Henry, and he raised a foster child Bessie Cary. Departed this life Oct. 30, 1916, aged 73 years, 5 months, 3 days. He leaves to mourn a wife, four daughters, one son, an adopted son, twenty-nine grandchildren. A Card of Thanks. We desire to kindly thank our many friends and neighbors for their help and sympathy for us in the loss of our dear husband and father and grandpa. Also the Masonic order for their beautiful floral offering. Mrs. Susan F. Calkins. Mr. And Mrs. G.E. Zimmerman and family. Mr. And Mrs. Frank Bryson. Henry Calkins. Thursday 2 November 1916

Was Buried on Saturday. Mrs. Ulricke Schilki of Culbertson died in the General hospital, last Thursday, and was buried in Longview cemetery, Saturday afternoon. Mrs. Schilki was ill for about a month. She leaves a husband and eight children. Services were held in the German Lutheran church by Rev. Wockenfuss. Monday 6 November 1916

Funeral of Mrs. Chas. Allen, Conducted by Rev. Johnson of St. Alban’s, Tuesday Afternoon. The funeral of Mrs. Charles Allen was conducted by Rector Johnson, of the Episcopal church, at St. Alban’s chapel, Wednesday afternoon, at 3:30 o’clock, being largely attended by friends of this city and from the old home at Indianola, about 20 coming from there. Interment was made in Longview cemetery. Deceased was the only child of Mr. And Mrs. I.A. Sheridan of Coffeyville, Oklahoma, who were present at the funeral, as were also Mr. And Mrs. Frank Allen of Wilcox, parents of Mr. Allen. O.C. Sheridan of Wray, Colo., Dr. Maud Sheridan of Holdrege, and Don McPherson of Calaway. The pall-bearers were schoolmates of the departed at Indianola: W.A. Dolan, Lewis Longnecker, Lewis Elmer, Will Meyers, Dub McClung, Don Schoenthal. Edna Ethel Sheridan was born at Naponee, Franklin county, Nebraska, August 1, 1881. Died in McCook, November 6, 1916. Was graduated from the Indianola high school at 17 years of age, teaching school afterwards until her marriage with Charles S. Allen July, 1901. The husband and two children, Edna and Virgil, survive. All the bereaved and sorrowing ones are most tenderly sympathized with in this sad event. Thursday 9 November 1916

An Early Settler of Box Elder Passes Away Mrs. Reese Harrison Joins Those On the Other Side. Mrs. Reese Harrison of Box Elder died in McCook, Tuesday afternoon, of heart disease. With her daughter Miss Carrie, Mrs. Harrison arrived home from a trip to Illinois, Tuesday afternoon. Death ensued within a half hour of her arrival in McCook, at the home of Mr. Peter Nelson. Mrs. Harrison was ailing before her going east and while east. Rev. Seidel of the Methodist church conducted funeral services in the church this afternoon at one o’clock, after which the body was taken to Box Elder and laid to rest in the cemetery at that place. Obituary. On January 17, 1855, Martha J. Tinsword was born in Effingham, Ill. Here she lived until 1882 when she moved with her family to Red Willow County, Nebraska, where she made her home near Box Elder. She married to R.H. Harrison on April 6, 1876 and she was the mother of three children, one of whom, a daughter, died in early life. Mrs. Harrison was converted at the age of 20 years and immediately united with the Mocassin, Illinois, M.E. church, and later removed her membership to the Box Elder church of which she was a faithful member until her death. She was sick but a short time, and the medical aid was summoned she died at the home of Mr. Peter Nelson, within half an hour after she was taken ill, on Tuesday evening, Nov. 14, 1916. She leaves her husband, two children, Mr. Jno. And Miss Carrie Harrison, one grandchild, three brothers and one sister. The funeral services were held at the M.E. church of McCook on Thursday afternoon, Nov. 18, 1916, conducted by the pastor, the Rev. H.C. Seidel. Interment was in the Box Elder cemetery. Thursday 16 November 1916

Buried at Zion Hill Cemetery. Mrs. Mary Buhrman, who died in a local hospital, Nov. 15, was buried in Zion cemetery, Nov. 17^th, Rev. Taylor of Bartley conducting the services. Monday 27 November 1916

Died Following Operation. Mrs. W.M. Bales, a daughter of Mrs. Thomas Bales of our city, died at her home in Ravenna, Nebraska, Sunday morning. Departed had undergone an operation for gallstones, Friday previous. Funeral will be held at Ravenna, Wednesday of this week. A husband and seven children survive. Mrs. Thomas Bales was called to Ravenna, last Wednesday, by the serious illness of her daughter. Clarence Bales, of our city, Mr. And Mrs. Thomas Bales, Jr., of Norton, Kansas, Mr. And Mrs. Mapes, and Mr. And Mrs. Henry Jeffers of our city left today for Ravenna, to be present at the burial Wednesday. Monday 4 December 1916

A Shocking Accident. Baby Bird is Choked to Death, in Barbed Wire Fence. Saturday afternoon, the two year old baby boy of Mr. And Mrs. Perry Bird of West McCook was choked to death in the barbed wire fence at the Lofvenborg home in West McCook, where the Birds reside. Other children with which he was playing had managed to crawl between the barbed wires, and the little fellow attempting to do so got his clothes caught about his throat in such a manner that he was choked to death. Funeral services were conducted at the home by Rev. Croft of the Baptist church, Sunday afternoon, and interment was made in Longview cemetery. Mr. Bird is one of the janitor force in the federal building. The parents and family have the tenderest sympathy in this tragic death of their dear little son. Monday 4 December 1916

Fireman Floyd M. Dutt Passed Away Friday Night Repeated Hemorrhages Hastened Unexpected Going. The death of Fireman Floyd M. Dutt, about midnight, Friday, came to McCook people with surprising sadness indeed, for while it was currently known that he had been sick for past three weeks with a baffling illness, death was not expected. Typhoid fever developed bowel and kidney complications, and repeated hemorrhages Friday night brought the end with unexpected rapidity. Fireman Dutt was one of the highly esteemed young fireman of the McCook division, and his death in the prime of vigorous promising young manhood has a pathetic touch which must appeal to all. In his immediate family he is survived by his wife and one child, a son, Max, and to them and all the relatives goes from every heart the fullness and richness of human sympathy and consolation. This afternoon at three o’clock, the funeral services were conducted in the Methodist church, Rev. H.C. Seidel delivering the sermon and the church choir singing the song of request. A large attendance of citizens and friends of the railroad service and community generally manifested the genuineness and depth of their sympathy and sentiment in this hour of sorrow and parting. Beautiful and lavish floral tributes were additional vouchments of the never-failing human emotions of this community under such appealing circumstances. Interment was made in Longview cemetery. Obituary. On May 15, 1885, Floyd M. Dutt was born at Vestaburg, Michigan. Here he grew to manhood and lived until about 1905, when he came west to Galesburg, Illinois, later making his home in McCook, where, except for about a year spent in Alma, Michigan, he has lived since. He was married to Miss Clara Anton on May 1, 1907. He was the father of one son. Mr. Dutt was converted and united with the M.E. church of McCook in 1908, reconsecrating himself to God during the special meetings in the early spring of 1916. Since then he served his God to the best of his ability. He was a member of the Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers and Firemen, and of the Degree of Honor. He was in excellent health until three weeks ago when he was taken with the disease that terminated in his death on Friday evening, December 8. He leaves, besides his wife and son, Max, his father, one brother, and six sisters. Funeral services were held on Monday afternoon December 11 at the M.E. church, conducted by the pastor, the Rev. H.C. Seidel. Interment was in the Longview cemetery. Card of Thanks. Our hearts are full of appreciation and gratitude for the sympathy and assistance during the illness and after the passing away of our dear one; and for the beautiful flowers of the railroad and other orders and individual friends. Mrs. Clara Dutt and son. Mrs. Augusta Anton and family. Monday 11 December 1916

Impressive Funeral of Lyle Fisher, Tuesday P.M. Attendance of School Children and Friends Overflowed Church. Measured in terms of love for the young man gone on before and sympathy for the sorrowing ones remaining, the funeral of Lyle Fisher, Tuesday afternoon, at the Methodist church, exhibited McCook’s great heart at its best. The atmosphere was one of tense tenderness; the purpose sole to make gentler the sore blow to the bruised parents and sister. The sermon and music were in harmony with the thought. The flowers in designs and bouquets were lavish and colorful, tender symbols of softer sentiments. Pupils and teachers of the high school were present in a body, the large class of 1918 of which departed was a member in separate section. Mrs. Janie Fordyce of Ogalalla, a sister of Mr. Fisher, and Mrs. Kate Ashmore of Palisade, Mr. Fisher’s aunt, attended the funeral. The pall-bearers were classmates: Francis McAdams, Sheldon Seidel, Frank Rider, James White, Harold Search, Guy Bowen. Obituary. Lyle William, son of Chas. And Flora Fisher, first saw the light of day on September 11, 1899, at Wauneta, Nebraska. With his parents he went to Colorado where they lived in Glenwood Springs until 1906, when they came to McCook, where they have since resided. He received his education in the public schools of McCook and was in the junior class of the High School, from which he hoped to graduate next year. In early youth he yielded to the influences of religion and was united with the Methodist Episcopal church of which he was a member at the time of his decease. Lyle was a good boy and well beloved by everybody. His teachers and schoolmates universally speak highly of him as a boy upon whom one could always depend, courteous, kind and agreeable. His tragic death occurred on Saturday evening, December 9, 1916. Late in the afternoon, with other boys, he was adjusting a pulley on a pole which suddenly gave way throwing him with such fore as to lost consciousness, which he never regained. Four hours later he awoke in Eternity in the presence of the King whose name he professed. He leaves his father, his mother, and one sister, Mrs. Sydney Viersen. Services were held Tuesday afternoon, December 11, from the Methodist church, conducted by the pastor, Rev. H.C. Seidel. Music was furnished by the church choir. Interment was in Longview cemetery. Thursday 14 December 1916

Death of Mrs. Koetter. Funeral From Methodist Church, Tuesday Afternoon, 2 O’clock. Friends of Barney Koetter were deeply pained and shocked, Saturday morning, to learn of the death of Mrs. Koetter, at a very early hour, that morning, of heart trouble, after brief illness. The departed is survived by the husband, and seven children. Funeral services will be held in the Methodist church Tuesday afternoon at two o’clock, sermon by Rev. H.C. Seidel. All hearts go out to this bereaved and sorrowing family in their sorrow and loss. Obituary and further notice will appear in Thursday’s issue. Monday 18 December 1916

The Funeral of Mrs. Koetter Was Quite Largely Attended Despite the Severe Weather. The funeral of Mrs. Barney Koetter at the Methodist church, Tuesday afternoon, was quite largely attended by relatives, neighbors, and friends, from country and city, despite the severe weather of the day. Thus was the memory of a good and faithful woman honored and the sympathy of many hearts expressed. The sermon of the touching occasion was delivered by Rev. Seidel, and the music was the offering of the church quartet. Obituary. Caroline Droll was born on April 18, 1878, at Loda, Illinois. With her parents she came to the West where they made their home near McCook, Nebr., in 1889. She was married to Bernhard Koetter on April 19, 1898; and she was the mother of eight children, one of whom died in early childhood. Mrs. Koetter was converted during the Lowry meetings in the early winter of 1916 and united with the M.E. church of which she was a member at the time of her death. She was sick but for a brief period, and then no danger of any kind was feared, but on Friday night, after spending the evening in pleasant conversation with her husband and family, she was suddenly stricken. Medical aid was immediately summoned, but shortly after midnight on Saturday morning, December 16^th, she passed to Eternity to be with her God. She leaves her husband, six sons, one daughter, her mother, two brothers, and five sisters. The funeral services were held on Tuesday afternoon from the M.E. church, the Rev. H.C. Seidel officiating, and the church choir furnishing the music. Interment was in the Longview cemetery. Card of Thanks. We are grateful to all the neighbors and friends for their help and sympathy in the death of our dear one and for the beautiful flowers received at the funeral. We are thankful to one and all. Barney Koetter and family. Mrs. August Droll and family. Mr. And Mrs. Christ Faber. Mr. And Mrs. R. Ballinger. Thursday 21 December 1916

Passing of Another Old Settler of Red Willow Co. Matt Droll Answered the Final Call Christmas Morning. In the passing of Matt Droll, at an early hour, Christmas morning, fades away another familiar face and figure of western Red Willow county. Mr. Droll had long been a sufferer with asthma and dropsy caused his death at the Droll farm in Coleman precinct, early Monday morning. In the early development of western Red Willow county, Mr. Droll and family arrived from Illinois, and he was a large factor in the farming operations of that new section of the county. Mr. Droll is survived by one son and one daughter. Mrs. Droll having passed on before about a year ago. Funeral services will be held in St. Patrick’s church of our city, Wednesday morning at 10:30 o’clock, with interment to following in Calvary cemetery of the parish. Monday 26 December 1916

Death of Miss Mary Sawhill Came Early Wednesday Morning After Brief Illness. Miss Mary Sawhill, sister of Mrs. Margaret Oyster, passed to her reward, early Wednesday morning, 2:30 o’clock, at the Oyster home, after a brief illness-acute nephritis quickly following an attack of grip, and the end ensuing peacefully. “Aunt Mary” has been sort of guardian angel in the Oyster home all the many years of their residence in McCook and her sweet, helpful ways and cheery disposition endeared her to a large and constant circle of close and admiring friends. To them all her passing will be a personal loss. Sharing in this tender sentiment The Tribune extends most heartfelt sympathy and condolence to all the bereaved. Brief services were held at the Oyster home, this afternoon at 2:30 o’clock Rev. Louis Hieb of the Congregational church conducting the same. The Congregational church choir sang the simple music of the services. With beautiful floral emblems and kindliest sentiments many friends at this service paid willing tribute to the memory of the dear woman whose earthly activities have closed with entrance into Eternal Life. Interment following in Longview cemetery of our city. The pall-bearers were: Messrs. A. McMillen, F.L. Wolff, T.F. Rowell, F.L. Schwab, Barney Hofer and C.E. Eldred. Obituary. Mary Jane Sawhill was born in Washington, Ohio, Oct. 16^th, 1844. When a girl she joined the United Presbyterian church at Cambridge, Ohio. When her sister, Mrs. Oyster and family moved to McCook in 1889, “Aunt Mary”, as every one knew her, came with them, and has been an almost indispensable member of the family through storm and sunshine ever since. She died Dec. 26^th, 1916, aged 72 years, 2 months, and 10 days. She leaves one sister, Mrs. Margaret Oyster and one brother, Mr. Findley Sawhill, of Edgerton, Kansas, and 15 nieces and nephews, of whom those living in McCook are Mrs. L. Suess, Mrs. S.D. Bolles and Mr. Howard Oyster. Thursday 28 December 1916