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Monroe County Obituaries
1907 A-D
Adams, Cecil Adams
The Sentinel,
Her head was crushed to a pulp before the eyes of her
parents.
Spirit of Democracy,
An infant son of Charles Agin was
buried at Moffett s cemetery Sunday afternoon. [d. March
7, 1907, age 3 days]
Spirit of Democracy,
Silas G. Alexander, aged 65 years, died at his home in Clay
City, Illinois,
Alger, Russell Alexander Alger
The Sentinel,
United States Senator Russell A. Alger, of
He served in the Civil War, becoming major-general of
volunteers and was in 66 engagements. After the war he was engaged largely in
the
Allen, Hulda Allen
Spirit of Democracy,
Hulda Allen, aged 84 years died
at the county infirmary
Funeral was held Sunday conducted by Rev. Ault of
Allen, Young Child Allen
The Sentinel,
On Saturday evening, December 22, the six month old child
of Mr. and Mrs. David Allen, living three miles north of
The child, which had never crawled before, was left alone
on the floor of a room in which was an open grate, and when Mr. Allen,
returned, she found the child lying under the grate with its limbs burned to a
crisp. The child lived about six hours.
Alton, William Alton 2nd obit
The Sentinel,
A telegram was received Sunday by Jesse A. Keyser,
conveying the intelligence that William Alton, of Chicago, an old soldier of
the Civil War and a former citizen of Belmont Co., this state, died at the home
of his son-in-law, S. A. Keyser, in
His remains were brought to Beallsville on the
Anderson, Walter Thomas Anderson
The Sentinel,
The body was recovered.
Andrea, Vincent Andrea
The Sentinel,
Andrews, Hannah Andrews
The Sentinel,
Mrs. Hannah Andrews, widow of James Andrews, of near
Beallsville, died
She was a member of the Christian Church of Beallsville.
The farm on which she lived was entered by her husband in
the early history of the county, and had been their home continuously since
that time.
Her husband died some years ago.
Interment in
She leaves surviving her, four sons; Dr. John T. Andrews,
of De Moines City, Iowa; Chas. H. Andrews, of DeHaven,
Andrews, Mary Andrews nee Stimpert
Spirit of Democracy,
Mary Andrews, aged 38 years, wife of George Andrews of
Deceased was a daughter of Jacob Stimpert
of near Woodsfield. She was married to Mr. Andrews in 1890. Her husband and six
children survive her.
Spirit of Democracy,
Charles Ankrom of Ben s Run,
Spirit of Democracy,
Phil, the five year old son of Mr. and Mrs. E.P. Anshutz of
Spirit of Democracy,
Mrs. Ed. Antil of Quarry died
Monday of last week. A husband, seven children and an aged grandmother are
left. [d. August 12, 1907]
Armstrong, Minnie Armstrong 2nd obit
The Sentinel,
Miss Minnie Armstrong, daughter of the late Dr. T. H.
Armstrong, died at her home at Bellaire last Sunday.
The remains were brought to Woodsfield Tuesday and interred
in the family lot.
She was a cousin of E. W.
Armstrong, of this city.
Spirit of Democracy,
Miss Minnie Armstrong, aged forty years, daughter of the
late Dr. T.H. Armstrong, died at her home in Bellaire Sunday evening. Deceased
had been a sufferer for many months.
The remains were brought to Woodsfield on the
Miss Armstrong was a cousin of Mr. E.W. Armstrong of this
place. Dr. R.C. Wiestenberg had charge of the
services here
[Minnie died
Atkinson, Earl Atkinson
The Sentinel,
Earl Atkinson, who had been ill for some time with
pneumonia and other complications, died at his home at
He was in our city only a short time but made many friends
here who regret to hear of his death.
Spirit of Democracy,
William Aulton, aged 70 years,
died at his home in
Avery, Lillian Avery 2nd obit
The Sentinel,
Her husband is at a hospital in a precarious condition.
Mrs. Avery died praying for his recovery.
Avery, Mrs. Charles Avery
The Sentinel,
INVALID SHOOTS HUSBAND
CLEVELAND, O. March 26 Believing
she had only three days to live and wishing her husband to die with her, Mrs.
Charles Avery shot and fatally wounded him at their home.
Mrs. Avery had been informed by two specialists that she
would die of cancer from which she had suffered a number of years.
Avery was a salesman for a
Spirit of Democracy,
Word was received here Wednesday by Mrs. S.V. Steward to
the effect that the death of Mr. Will Bacon occurred on Monday last at
[Will died
Bacon, Will H. Bacon 2nd obit
The Sentinel,
The people of our little city were lately saddened by the
news of the death of Will H. Bacon, which occurred at his home in
Prof. Bacon, it will be remembered, was the principal of
the
Prof. Bacon became a member of the M. E. church at the age
of eleven, and during all his busy life as a student, he found time to engage
actively in church work, filling with ability many positions in the church, the
Epworth League and the Sunday School. At the age of eighteen he graduated with
honor from
He was about thirty years old at the time of his death.
He leaves, besides his many friends, a father, mother,
three brothers and three sisters to mourn his departure.
Spirit of Democracy,
Sister Isabella Baker was born
She leaves to mourn her loss a brother Frank Baker, who
resides near Woodsfield, and her sister Mrs. Arch Bonham with whom she resided
at the time of her decease.
Sister Baker became a member of the
The funeral services were held last Friday from the
residence of her sister Mrs. Arch Bonham,
Tis hard to break the
tender cord
When love has bound the heart,
Tis hard, so hard to speak the words.
We must
forever part.
.
Dearest loved one we must lay thee
In the
peaceful graves embrace,
But thy memory will be cherished
Till we see thy heavenly face.
.
We have lost our darling sister,
She
has bid us all adieu,
She has gone to live in heaven
And
her person is lost to view.
.
Oh, that darling, how we loved her,
Oh,
how hard to give her up!
But an angel came down for her
And removed her from
our flock.
Card of Thanks-The
sincere thanks of the relatives of the deceased are hereby extended to the
friends and neighbors who so kindly assisted during the illness and at the
death of Isabella Baker.
Baker, Isabelle Baker 2nd obit
The Sentinel,
Mrs. Isabelle Baker, aged 48 years, died at the home of her
sister, Mrs. Arch Boman in the south end of town
Tuesday night, about
Deceased was a member of the Christian church.
The funeral will take place Thursday.
Spirit of Democracy,
Death has again been in our midst and called to his eternal
home in heaven one of our oldest and most highly esteemed citizens, J.N. Baker.
His death occurred at his home on Straight Fork creek, about two miles south of
Graysville, May 1. Such a gift had nature in her bounty bestowed on the subject
of this sketch that he was universally loved by all and although his earthy
destiny was sunk to the dust and his glorious faculties trodden under earth,
yet the full of inborn riches of love to all living will never, never fade away
as long as his acquaintances and friends retain the faculty of remeberance, until all should be confined within the bounds
which nature hath assigned. The deceased was born in
In 1876 he united with the Christian Union
Mr. Baker had been ailing for some years but his friends
did not think he was seriously ill, neither was he until a few days before he
expired, when they began to fear that his disease was reaching a dangerous
degree. Just before he died he expressed his willingness to go, as his future
prospects were bright. But after it was evident that he must die, his friends
seemed reluctant about giving him up; even knowing that he would be better off
by far than if he was permitted to remain with us. Of coarse it is hard to give
him up, hard to part with him, knowing that we shall meet him no more on this
side of the grave; but it is consoling to know that if we live a righteous life
we will meet him at God s right hand in heaven.
In 1844 he was married to Nancy Pringle. To this union were
born six children, three boys and three girls. The wife and one daughter have
preceded him across the cold, chilling waves of death. On
He leaves a wife, four sons, two daughters and a host of
relatives and friends to mourn his loss. May God sustain the bereft and aged
wife and give her the strength and courage to bear this great sorrow for a few
years, perhaps months, when the earthly companions of thirty-eight years will
be reunited to part no more.
The remains were taken to Low Gap where they were laid to
rest, after services conducted by Rev. John Cooper.
Farewell, dear father, sweet thy rest,
Weary with years and worn
with pain,
Farewell, till in some happy
place
We shall behold thy face
again.
.
Tis ours to miss thee, all our years,
And tender memories of the
keep
Thine in the Lord to
rest, for so,
He giveth
His beloved sleep.
Spirit of Democracy,
John Baker, aged forty-eight years, died at his home near
Cameron Friday.[d.
A wife and two children are left.
Baker, John Baker
The Sentinel,
BOWLING GREEN, O. May 7 John Baker, of McComb,
O., who was injured in the wreck Sunday night when a southbound limited on the
Toledo Urban &Interurban crashed into a local while going at full speed, is
dead.
The unknown woman who was fatally injured has been
identified as Mrs. Ella McCoy of
The other persons who sustained injuries are improving.
Baker, Malinda Baker 2nd obit
The Sentinel,
Mrs. Malinda Baker, widow of
John Baker, lately deceased, died at
her home on
Deceased leaves four sons, John, Fred, and Clem, of
Woodsfield, and Charles of Lewisville, and one daughter, Miss Temp Baker, also
of this place, besides other relatives.
The funeral will be held this (Wednesday) afternoon at
Services will be conducted by Rev. Pennel,
of the Christian church, of which the deceased was a consistent member.
Interment will then be made in the
The bereaved have the sympathy of many friends.
Spirit of Democracy,
Mrs. Malinda Baker, widow of John Baker, Sr., of
Her husband departed this life in May 1906. She was a
member of the Christian church of this place and after short services at the
home conducted by Rev. J.H. Pennell of Benwood, the remains were taken to
She leaves to mourn her departure four sons and one
daughter, Charles A. of
After the toil and trouble,
There
cometh a day of rest;
After the weary conflict,
Peace on
the Savior breast.
After the care and sorrow,
The glory
and light of love;
After the wilderness journey,
The
Father s bright home above.
.
After the pain and sickness,
The tears
are all wiped away;
After the flowers are gathered,
No more
of Earth s decay,
After the deep heart sorrow,
An end of every strife;
After the daily crosses,
A glorious crown of life.
Card of Thanks-We
wish to express our sincere thanks to all our friends and good neighbors for
their kindness and sympathy shown us during the sickness and death of our
beloved mother; also to the friends for beautiful floral offerings, also the
choir of the Christain church for the beautiful songs
rendered. FROM THE FAMILY
Baker, Nelson Baker
The Sentinel,
Nelson Baker, an aged citizen of our community died on the
2d. inst.
Interment at the Low Gap Cemetery.
Ballmer, Frank Ballmer
Felix, Frank Felix
The Sentinel,
Their bodies were recovered.
Bard, George Bard
The Sentinel,
COLUMBUS, O. May 28 The body of
little George Bard, the 6 year old son of H. E. bard, was found by the police
who had been dragging the river. It is probable that the boy fell over the bank
into the water while playing with toads, and not being able to swim, drifted
down the river.
Barkes, Elizabeth Barkes
The Sentinel,
ROUND BOTTOM Mr. Barkes, an aged
lady living at Walnut Camp died suddenly at the home of her son Nicholas Barkas, last Saturday.
Interment at West Union Monday.
[submitter s notes First
name
Barnes, Mrs. Charles Barnes
The Sentinel,
Roy Wood, 16, was fooling with a shotgun when it was
discharged when it was discharged, the entire load striking Mrs. Barnes, the
wife of his guardian.
Don t blame the boy, were the last words of Mrs. Barnes.
Barnes, W. J. Barnes 2nd obit
The Sentinel,
And now comes the report that W. J. Barnes, of Jolly,
The punishment administered to unruly patients is called
stamping out; it consists in holding the patient on his back on the floor by
two attendants, one holding his arms while another holds his legs. A third
attendant jumps on the patient s chest and stomach with his knees until the
victim becomes unconscious. Cold water is then dashed in his face till he
revives. Barnes did not revive. Fifteen of his ribs were caved in by the brutal
assault.
Can the great State of
The disgraceful conditions that exist in our State
Hospitals cries aloud for speedily and thoroughly investigated, and one
particular point of inquiry should receive especial prominence, and that is
whether those who have these institutions in charge have been selected with
reference to their special fitness for the care of insane patients or with
reference to their ability as political heelers. That there is something
rotten in
Spirit of Democracy,
Insane Patient Dead ,William Barnes of Jolly, this county-The Victim
The daily newspapers of February 7th contained
an account of the death of William Barnes, an inmate of the
An alleged murder, paralleling that of two years ago, when
Stephen Cain was killed and one of the participants sent to the penitentiary
for 20 years, occurred at the
The attendants implicated in the case are Herbert Ruder, of
Zaleski; C.F. Bobo,
Coroner Lane of Nelsonville was at once notified and he
called Drs. McDougal and Biddle of Athens, to hold a post-mortem examination.
This revealed ten ribs caved in on the right side and seven on the left, a two
inch slit in the lower lobe of the right lung; also three punctures in the
same, and breast caved in.
Hon. D.E. Yost at once sent the clipping to the Governor
Harris and in his letter to the Governor said: I
herewith enclose you a clipping from the Zanesville Signal of the issue of
Thursday February 7, 1907, which fully explains itself, and I call your
attention to the grave nature of the crime charged and the further statement
made, that an attempt was made to suppress the facts in the same.
I have always regarded you as being worthy of your high
position and feel that it will only be necessary to bring the attention of the
Executive Department to this outrage in order to have a complete investigation
of the same and fix the blame, if any, where it justly belongs.
To this Judge Harris responded as follows under date of
February 9th;
Hon. D.E. Yost,
My dear sir:
The Governor directs me to assure you that he
appreciates the conditions to which you refer to in your letter of yesterday
and that he had already taken every step possible and will continue to make
every effort for the prosecution of those responsible for the prosecution of
those responsible for the death of W. J. Barnes of your county.
The Governor has not only communicated with the
civil authorities of
With kindest regards. Yours
very truly S.J. Flickinger
Spirit of Democracy,
Michael Barnhouse was born
He was married to Juliann Cramblit
With this wife he was permitted to live for thirteen years,
when on
He was again married to Nancy Lemley,
The deceased suffered greatly with a cancer on his face,
but he bore it patiently until the end, and often said that he did not fear to
die. He was baptized into the
He leaves to mourn an aged companion, four sons, three
daughters and a host of grandchildren and friends. Interment in the cemetery at
Hartshorn; funeral services were conducted by Elder B.S. Bennet
of
Bartimus, Nellie Bartimus 2nd obit
The Sentinel,
TORNADO
Passes through
One Person Killed Several others
Seriously Injured, And
Fifteen Thousand Dollars Worth Of
Property Almost Completely Destroyed
The weather man scored again last Saturday afternoon, and
brought home to us something near what a genuine tornado actually is.
After witnessing the destruction caused by this one (and it
was a comparatively mild one) much of the incredulity existing in the minds of
our citizens concerning the storms of the western states, has disappeared. The
person who will not believe only what he can think out for himself as
reasonable will have to admit that his position is untenable when he observes
the freaks of a tornado. Why the corn standing on the side of the hill against
which the wind was coming directly, was only partly bent, while that on the
opposite side which we would naturally think the wind would pass over, was
flattened to the earth; why a hay stack remained standing while apple trees
within 20 feet of it were torn up by the roots; why the limbs should be taken
from one side of a tree, the other side being uninjured these and other similar
freaks tax the credulity of those who have never witnessed the truth of the
statements.
The storm occurred about
Whether the lay of the land caused it or whether it was a
coincidence, it seems evident that the main current from the west or rear of
the house was met by two other winds, one up the run on the right of the house
and the other down the run, or to the left of the house, and formed the
whirling motion of the wind, which kept on in an easterly direction. The house
was occupied at the time by Mrs. Samuel Bartimus and
four girls, ranging in age from three to twelve years. The mother realized the
approach of the storm and after seeing that the children were safely inside,
sat down and told two of the children to close the windows a sudden crash and
she realized no more until she found herself lying amongst the wreck of the
house, which was not only torn from the foundation but was completely
demolished and scattered in the path of the storm for a couple of miles. The
youngest child was thrown against a large willow tree about thirty feet from
where the house stood and instantly killed, its skull being fractured.  How any of them escaped with their lives is a
miracle. The clothing was torn from their bodies and scattered along with the
debris. Neighborly assistance was soon on the scene and that evening the
injured persons were taken to the
After wrecking the house, a small log building filled with
hay, a granary, moving the large barn a few inches and making it unsafe to use,
the storm continued on its easterly direction, increasing in velocity as it
went. Passing over Mr. Schwall s farm, it destroyed
part of his orchard. The next farm was John Norris s. The barn was unroofed,
and the property otherwise injured, the damage amounting in all close $500.
Passing over John Craig s farm with little damage it struck Louis Jackson s
property with double force. No description can picture the wreckage there. The
front porch was blown out, a rail or other piece of timber is said to have been
driven through the front door, a partition, thence through a rear door, after
which it joined other flying timber. Parts of the window blinds were found in
the trees. The building which served as a granary and wagon-shed,
was completely demolished as well as its contents. Thirty bushels of wheat,
fifty bushels of corn and twenty-five bushels of oats were scattered. The
largest piece of the wagon found was a whole wheel, the axle remaining in it
but broken square off. Some of the other wheels had their tires torn off, and
the large stone pillars on which the building rested were thrown down the
hillside. Mr. Jackson s entire loss will probably reach $2500.
It s next onslaught was on Elias
Stephen s granary, containing thirty bushels of grain, which it demolished.
Passing on to the Fritz Claugus farm it took a sample
of Fritz s property which will probably cost him over a thousand dollars. His
residence was badly damaged as well as other buildings, fences, etc., and out
of a fine large orchard only three trees were left. Not satisfied yet it dived
into Joseph Paulus s fine piece of timber containing
25 acres and damaged it heavely. Together with minor
damages his loss will be upwards of $2000. Passing over John Brown s farm and
destroying a few hundred dollars worth of timber for him, the storm next went
down Laurel Run and up over the farm owned by the late Wm. Brown and lifted a
roof or two and then took a long leap, making its next descent on the Andrew McCaslin farm near Altitude, and, we are told, unroofed the
large barn there.
The ultimate extent of it we did not learn. Suffice it to
say that it was probably the most destructive windstorms that ever visited the
county, the two points suffering the most severely being the Haren and
A few facts relating to the sadder part of the occurrence
might be mentioned.
Mr. Bartimus and his eldest
daughter were both away from home at the time and did not learn of the
misfortune until one hour after it happened.
One of the little girls, although badly
hurt, insisted that the others be cared for first.
A dresser which Mr. Bartimus
purchased some time ago was found a mile from where the house stood.
A subscription of several hundred dollars was raised in
Woodsfield for the unfortunate family. The Producers & Refiners Oil Co.
provided a home for them which they took possession of Monday evening. That
company, of which Mr. Bartimus has been an employe for a number of years, is raising a handsome
donation, as it always does under such circumstances.
Over two thousand people viewed the destructive effects of
the storm Sunday. Many had kodaks and took snapshots
of the scene.
Joe Haren s boy was riding
towards the Bartimus home when the storm struck it,
and the horse, sensible of the danger, lay down flat on the ground.
Several people in Woodsfield saw the debris from the storm
flying in the air.
Over 150 apple trees were destroyed in the path of the
storm.
[Name of child killed was Nellie Bartimus]
Spirit of Democracy,
Destructive Cyclone Destroys
Dwelling and Other Buildings
Instantly Kills
Three-Year-Old Daughter and Injures Four Others
About
Mrs. Bartimus and her four
children were at home when the storm came. They did not expect more than an
ordinary storm and the mother and two of the children were in the sitting room
and two of the children were in the kitchen lowering the windows. Mrs. Bartimus s first knowledge of the severity of the storm was
when she observed boards passing the windows and felt the house quiver and
heard the windows crushing in. Her next knowledge of the terrible calamity was
when she aroused from unconsciouness and found
herself lying in the yard with parts of the house and her furniture scattered
around her and her children weeping. Notwithstanding her painful injuries she
managed to gather up her children except the baby which she could not find.
Inez was partially wrapped in some bedding lying under the headboard of a
bedstead; Emma was standing in the open and Mary was found a short distance
away. The distracted mother being unable to find her baby went to a barn near
by for shelter.
Wendell Burkhart, George Baker and Fred Burkhart, near
neighbors who were watching the course of the storm, heard the cries of the
unfortunate family and hastened to the scene of destruction. Search for the
missing child was at once instituted and Wendell Burkhart found its lifeless
body lying at the root of a large willow tree about one hundred feet from where
the house stood. Its head was crushed and its body badly bruised. Death had evidently
been instantaneous. The unfortunate ones were taken to the homes of these
neighbors and tenderly cared for until help could be secured from town when
they were removed to the Woodsfield hospital where Dr. F.C. Huth
rendered medical aid placing them in as comfortable condition as possible.
The news of the dreadful affair was first brought to town
by Erben Haren, a boy of
twelve years, son of Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Haren of
Western Row. The boy had gone to the field near the scene of destruction when
the storm overtook him and the horse he was riding commenced to lie down. He
dismounted and laid down on the ground but was able to
see the house destroyed by the terrible force of wind. As soon as it was safe
to start young Haren came to town as fast as his horse
could run and told his parents of the calamity. In a few moments hundreds of
people were on their way to the Bartimus home their
hearts beating with anxiety that they might be able to render assistance to the
distressed mother and children. The visitors on Sunday were estimated to be not
less than fifteen hundred persons. The scene of disaster presented a spectical long to be remembered. The closest observe would
require several days to see all the damage done and see the conditions they
were left in.
The house was built of heavy hewed logs, weatherboarded and sealed. It stood over a good cellar of rubal wall. The building was lifted and swept clean from
the foundation stone and carried about twenty-five feet when it came to pieces
and the floor fell to the ground, the heavy logs being carried on for some
distance in the course of the storm; some of the lighter pieces of timber and
the gable end of the house were found over a mile from the starting point. The
contents of the house were scattered in every direction. One lounge, one
bedspring and a part of a bedstead were found under the floor.
The main course of the wind was from south to north, but it
zig-zagged as it went and cut a devastating swarth about sixty feet in width. There are
evidence of its approach for several miles but the greatest disaster was done
at the Bartimus home which is located on the north
fork of Wolfpen Run. Miles Davidson
who resides on the Fran Schwall farm one-fourth mile
south of the center of the disaster, had a patch of corn blown flat to the
ground. A small orchard was also destroyed. Crossing the run it passed over a
pasture field and struck a corn field on the north fork of the run and then
turned east for enough to strip the large limbs from an old elm tree which stood
near an old tobacco house. The tobacco house escaped uninjured. Then it
returned to the corn field on the west side of the run and went north a few
rods; thence northeast through the center of the orchard above the Bartimus home; thence across the south end of the garden to
the house. At this point a small log house near the dwelling was partially
destroyed, the roof being carried some distance and the house badly twisted;
the well curb by the side of this building was also blown some distance. The
granary and the hog pen located about two and three rods respectively south of
the house were carried away with the dwelling. The barn, a few rods further
south was only slightly damaged, indicating that it had been pushed from the
top and made to lean southward. A large willow tree in a small run where the
dead body of the baby was found, was stripped of its
leaves and large limbs, with logs, lumber and household goods piled high
against it. This tree stands about one hundred feet from where the dwelling
house stood. Moving in an easterly direction to the east side of the north fork
of the run it destroyed a log house in which a quantity of hay had been stored.
A few logs and the floor were left in place and the hay carried up the
hillside, indicating that the cyclone was rising from the ground. Other
indications are that it traveled east almost to the top of the hill where
considerable damage was done to the standing timber. Turning southward it
twisted a large maple tree off about twenty feet above the ground. This tree
was practically surrounded by other trees but they escaped injury because north
and west they were on lower ground and the cyclone did not reach further south.
From this point it traveled east over the top of the hill, striking the
southwest corner of William Schwall s orchard, which
is only a few yards west of his residence and barb. Moving a short distance
southwest it twisted off a hickory tree, and moving eastward it uprooted a
number of trees south of Schwall s house. Moving
south a considerable distance, and high in the air, it dropped down and
unroofed a barn belonging to John Norris, jr.
Again turning easterly it passed between the homes of George Griffith and John
Craig, doing but slight damage to them, but on reaching the farm of Lewis Jackson
it destroyed a granary, carried away his carriage, blew down his verenda and tore part of the roof from his house. All the
windows in his house were broken, but fortunately no one was hurt.
The dwelling of Fritz Claugus
north of Cranenest was badly twisted, the roof blown
off his barn, and but two trees left standing in his orchard; also destroyed
about ten acres of fine timber. Joseph Paulus, north
of Cranenest, had several acres of fine timber blown
down, making a loss to him of fully $2000. We are unable to give satisfactory
details further along this line.
Fred Burkhart, who resides half a mile east of the Bartimus home, saw the cyclone, and says it was no doubt a
cyclone. When he first saw it, it was several hundred feet above ground and had
the appearance of a mass of broken lumber, brush and rubbish, whirling around
with great rapidity. The roar resembled that of a great mass of machinery and
emitted a cloud of dust. It resembled a large balloon and was funnel-shaped. It
expanded and contracted alternately, and in contracting the boards and timber
could be crashing together. When it expanded pieces of timber would fall to the
ground. He saw the gable end of the house and a medium-sized tree carried a
considerable distance, whirling like a top.
The Bartimus house was two
stories high 20x40 feet, with frame addition 10x20, granary, corn crib and
wagon shed 16x22, smokehouse 8x10, log hay building 18x18, frame hog pen 8x12.
The buildings were owned by Joseph Haren of
Woodsfield. His loss will be about
$2000.
The remains of the dead child were buried in the Catholic
cemetery Monday.
The citizens of Woodsfield subscribed liberally, and in a
few hours several hundred dollars were raised for the relief of Mr. Bartimus and family. They are now occupying a residence in
the Buckio addition, and are getting well as fast as could be expected. At the
time of the storm Mr. Bartimus was absent, working on
the pipe line, and one daughter was at her work in the Courier office, where
she is learning the printer s trade.
Spirit of
Democracy, Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, August 1, 1907.
An infant daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Richard Bates of Edwina
was buried July 16 at the Conner cemetery. The funeral services were conducted
by Elder Jacob Willison. [d. July 16, 1907]
Bates, Eli Bates
The Sentinel,
CALDWELL, O., July 9 During a game of baseball at Sarahsville, east of here, a fight occurred between William
Camden, a young unmarried man, and Eli Bates, married, in which the former
struck the latter a terrific blow across the head with a baseball bat,
inflicting a fatal wound.
Baugher, Christena O.
Baugher 2nd obit
Spirit of Democracy,
Today she sleeps neath the sod
and the dew and her labors are over, her work is done, but she will live long
in the memory of her acquaintance of her friends and schoolmates.
Death exorable decree has again entered the chamber of life
and called from the chamber to take her place in the silent chamber of the dead
and so suddenly and unexpectedly was called to the cloud of the great hereafter
when all may look and gather consolation in the blessed fact when time shall
have merged into eternity. There will be glorious reunion in that place of
eternal rest where parting shall be no more.
The subject of this sketch, Christena
O. Bougher, was born
Christina has been sick for several months but no one knew
her death was so close until a few days ago. The cause of her death was
appendicitis. She was taken to the Woodsfield hospital where she underwent an
operation. She was operated on last Wednesday morning, November 20, about
She was true, good, kind and gentle,
Loved by all who
knew her best;
But she now has gone and left us
Eternal
into perfect rest.
.
We may weep but we ll remember,
That her spirit is
happy now;
With the righteous she is dwelling
With
no care marks on her brow.
.
Dearest loved one, we have laid thee,
In the peaceful
grave s embrace;
But thy memory will be cherished
Til we see they heavenly face. A Schoolmate
Baugher, Obera
Christina Baugher 3rd obit
The Sentinel,
Death is seldom, if ever a welcome guest, and thrice
unwelcome is he when he enters the home to claim an only daughter just at the
threshold of a life of usefulness. Yet it may be well that the spirit ascend to
Him who gave it, in all its youthful innocence, rather than undergo the many
trials and temptations incident to a life-time lease of
On Tuesday, Nov. 19, after an illness of about ten days,
Christina, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. John Baugher, of
Decker Station underwent an operation for appendicitis, at the
Always in delicate health,
she possessed the refined spiritual nature usually characterizing such persons,
and her daily life as well as a conversation with her mother previous to her
death, showed a well developed consciousness of her relation to the Savior.
During the time of her two weeks illness, she bore her intense suffering with a
truly Christian fortitude and patience, never murmuring or complaining.
Had she lived until
Christmas, she would have been fifteen years old. She leaves her father,
mother, and one brother, besides a large number of friends to lament her
untimely death.
The funeral was held Friday
afternoon at Buchanan church, the services being conducted by Dr. Wuestenberg, of Woodsfield.
Six young lady friends acted
as pall bearers and bore the precious body to its last resting place. A large
number of sorrowing friends paid their last respects to the memory of the
deceased.
The Sentinel regrets the loss
of one of its most ardent readers and we extend our heartfelt sympathy to Mr.
and Mrs. Baugher in their sad bereavement.
Baugher, Obera
Christine Baugher
Spirit of Democracy,
Miss Obera Christine Baugher, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Baugher,
of Decker Station died at the Woodsfield hospital
The remains were taken for burial at Buchanan cemetery
Friday.
Dr. R.C. Wuestenberg
preached the funeral in the Presbyterian church at
Buchanan Station
Deceased would have been fifteen years old next Christmas
Day.
Baumberger, Mrs. Samuel Baumberger 2nd obit
The Sentinel,
Our community was greatly shocked Monday when the news came
of the death of Mrs. Samuel Baumberger, an aged and
respected lady of near Laings, her death being caused
by a stroke of paralysis, it no doubt will be a sad disappointment to the
bereaved family who are left to mourn the loss of a long and faithful
companion, which were contemplating on moving to a new location.
We extend our sympathy to the
family in their grief.
Baumberger, Mrs. Samuel Baumberger
Spirit of Democracy,
Mrs. Samuel Baumberger of near
this place, died Sunday night,
Baumgartner, John Baumgartner 2nd obit
Luedy, Josephine Luedy
The Sentinel,
MORTON Death entered our community and has taken away from
our midst two of our best young people.
The first was Mr. John Baumgartner, only son of Mr. and
Mrs. Fred Baumgartner.
John was employed at
He was brought home and interred
at the German s Baptist cemetery, January 27. He leaves a father, mother, eight
sisters and a host of friends to mourn for him.
The other was Miss Josephine Luedy, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Jacob Luedy
of this place.
She was employed at
When the sad message came by
wire that she had died January 25, her parents were communicated with and her
body was promptly sent to New Martinsville,
On Jan. 29 at
The deceased was 26 years, 7
months and 4 days old.
She leaves father, mother,
four sisters, five brothers and a host of friends to mourn her departure.
Spirit of Democracy,
Once more the angel of death has visited
our community and taken from our midst the beloved son of Mr. and Mrs. Fred
Baumgartner. John
Baumgartner was born
He was respected and loved by all who knew him, and we fill
sad to part with one so young and who had been so dear to us but God who has
called so many of our dear friends to the other shore gives us the sweet
promise that if we would be faithful until death we shall meet again our loved
ones in that land where all is joy and parting is no more. All that loving
hands could do was done to alleviate his suffering but to no avail, Jesus
called and he was willing to go. He has gone to his long and happy home and the
sorrowing ones can put their trust in Jesus.
He leaves to mourn father and mother and eight sisters,
besides a host of relatives and friends.
God doeth all things well. The remains were brought from
He has served his time and is called away,
He has now
lain down to rest;
God grant him a home in Heaven with Thee,
Where forever he may be blest. A.
FRIEND
Beard, Olive L. Beard nee Watson
The Sentinel,
Few deeper sorrows is it our lot to experience than when
the hand of death reaches into the home and takes from an unbroken family
circle the one on whom the happiness of the home most depends. While much of
the enjoyment of our home life is due to the strong will and careful material
management of a father s oversight, yet the mother s never failing watchfulness
and love is the fountain which never runs dry and from which we draw an
inexhaustible supply of sympathy and affection, and all that makes our
childhood the pleasant experience that it ought to be.
The true mother-spirit is felt beyond her
own family circle and blesses all with whom she comes in contact.
Children of neighboring families can not fail to note the kindly spirit and
it s magic so like that of their own mother. That Mrs. Beard, like the true
mother, that she was, lived her life for her home, and those about her is
attested by all who came under the influence of her noble self-sacrificing
character. During a number of years of her active life, she performed her daily
tasks under the disadvantage of delicate health; and her kindly Christian
spirit bore witness to the words of the apostle when he said, Ye are made
perfect through suffering.
Mrs. Olive L. Beard, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. James Watson
was born at Graysville,
She grew to womanhood with
good educational advantages and on
She was at the time of her
death and had been for a number of years a consistent member of the First M. E.
Church of Woodsfield and during her last illness bore her sufferings with a
truly Christian fortitude.
She died Wednesday evening, July 31, at her mother s home
near Ozark where she had gone a few weeks previous, thinking a change might be
for the better. All that medical skill and good nursing could do were not
sufficient to stay the progress of disease.
 Thus must we all bow to the
will of Him who is all powerful and when our summons comes to join that
innumerable caravan, which moves to that mysterious realm where each shall take
his chamber in the silent halls of death, may we be as pure in heart as she
whose spirit so recently ascended to Him who gave it. F. L. W.
Becker, Harry Becker
Becker, Samuel Becker
The Sentinel,
The Becker brothers were proprietors of a hardware store in
Little Italy,
The police say Sicca purchased a
revolver at the store. He returned and wanted his money back, saying the
revolver was not satisfactory. His demand was refused and he opened fire.
Becker, Samuel Becker
Becker, Harry Becker
The Sentinel, Woodsfield,
Ohio, dated, September 19, 1907
The Becker brothers were proprietors of a hardware store in
Little Italy,
The police say Sicca purchased a
revolver at the store. He returned and wanted his money back, saying the
revolver was not satisfactory. His demand was refused and he opened fire.
Spirit of Democracy,
Grace, the twelve-year-old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. William
Beisel died Tuesday morning.
Funeral services were conducted by Rev. D.W. Merrell
Thursday.
Interment at Locust Grove cemetery.
[d. January 29, 1907]
Bender, W. C. Bender
Lowe, Ervin Lowe
The Sentinel,
A locomotive pulling a
Bennett, May Bennett
The Sentinel,
BELLAIRE, O., June 4 May Bennett, 17, was killed when her
dress was caught by a fly-wheel at the Raven Coal mine, west of Bellaire.
Her body was whirled around the rapidly revolving wheel and
horribly mangled. Death was instantaneous.
Bergman, John Bergman
Davis, Perry Davis
Mulligan, John Mulligan
The Sentinel,
The dead: John Bergman, 40,; Perry
Davis, 40 and John Mulligan, 35.
Abe Davis, 40, colored is now
at the city hospital in precarious condition from heat stroke.
Spirit of Democracy,
J.A. Berry of St. Clairsville
dropped dead Friday night while chatting with friends in a business house in
that town. He was apparently in the best of health just before his death. He
was about 50 years of age, and engaged in the manufacture of carriages. [d.
January11, 1907]
Berry, Mrs. S. Berry
Haren, Lena Haren
The Sentinel, Woodsfield,
Ohio, dated, June 6, 1907
BURNED TO DEATH
Two very sad deaths occurred last week, one near Ozark and
the other near
Mrs. LENA HAREN, wife of Jacob Haren,
of near Ozark, was alone at her home, Thursday, engaged in baking and washing
while her husband, together with some other men were at work in the field.
Hearing the bell ring, the men started for the house supposing it was a regular
call to dinner. When they arrived at the house they failed to find Mrs. Haren, but soon discovered her charred body from which her
clothing had been completely burned. Of coarse the particulars of the accident
are a mere matter of conjecture; but it is supposed that her clothing
accidentally caught fire, and that she ran to the bell to give the alarm, and
then into the orchard where her body was found.
She was 32 years of age, a consistent member of the
Catholic Church.
On Tuesday preceding MRS. S. BERRY of
Berry, Mrs. S. D. Berry 2nd obit
The Sentinel,
Last Wednesday morning about
She leaves two children,
husband and a host of other friends to mourn her sad death.
Interment in
Spirit of Democracy,
Christopher Black, formerly of this vicinity, died at the
home of his daughter Mrs. J. H. Henceroth at
He is survived by two daughters and four sons.
The remains were brought to this place Saturday and taken
to the county to the home of his son Samuel Black from which place the funeral
took place Sunday, services being conducted by Rev. Rudin
of the German M.E. church of which the deceased was a member.
Spirit of Democracy,
An infant daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Clyde Bonam died at their home at Cochransville,
January 29.
Bonar, Jane Bonar nee McDougal
Spirit of Democracy,
The funeral services for the remains of Mrs. Jane Bonar
were held Thursday from her late home. Mrs. Bonar was a daughter of Mr. Thomas
McDougal of this place and was married about one year ago to Albert Bonar of
near town. She is survived by her father, seven brothers, one sister, husband
and infant child. [b. March 23, 1873 d.
Bonnell, Albert Bonnell
The Sentinel,
He rallied, but died in 24 hours. A post-mortem examination
revealed that his neck was dislocated.
Bowie, Martha Bowie 2nd obit
The Sentinel,
Miss Martha Bowie departed this life
Her body was brought from
that place to her old home near Coates,
Miss Bowie was born in 1888
and was therefore in her nineteenth year.
A mother, brother, sister,
are left to mourn the departure of one so young and so beautiful. She obeyed
the gospel and became a member of the
She had been away from her
old home for some time, yet her young associates lovingly remembered her and
followed her sadly to her last resting place.
HARPER
Bowie, Martha Bowie 3rd obit
The Sentinel,
Miss Martha Bowie, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Mart Bowie,
departed this life
Deceased was a member of the
She leaves a mother, brother
and sister and a host of friends to mourn her departure.
The services were conducted
by Rev. A. E. Harper; she was laid to rest in the
FRIENDS: How feeble are words
to carry consolation to hearts to bereaved of a beloved daughter; a tender,
clinging vine, interwoven in sweet memories, from the hour the angel first gave
her to your home; a gentle spirit of life that fitted in and out like a gleam
of sunshine; no one can fill her place in the vacant chair; no one will take
her place in your hearts, and you would not have the void filled, even if you
could. It will be a sacred thought in the years to come, to parents and
friends, that she shed radiance in the home as long as she did.  J. M. NORRIS,
ALTITUDE, O.
Bowie, Martha Bowie
The Sentinel,
Miss Martha Bowie of
Her remains were shipped to her mother, Mrs. Wm. Andrews,
of Altitude.
Funeral took place April 7, conducted by Rev. Harper. The
body was laid to rest in the
Spirit of Democracy,
Miss Martha Bowrie, daughter of
Mr. and Mrs. Mart Bowrie. She was 18 years, nine
months and thirty days old. She was a loving daughter, and had many friends far
and near.
She leaves mother, one sister and one brother, and a host
of friends to mourn her departure. Friends, how feeble are words to carry
consolation to hearts bereft of a beloved daughter. A tender clinging vine
interwoven in sweet memories from the hour the angels first gave her to your
home; a gentle spirit of light that fitted in and out like a gleam of sunshine.
No one can fill her place in the vacant chair; no one will take her place in
your hearts, and you would not have the void filled even if you could. It will
be a sacred thought in the years to come to parents and friends that she shed
radiance in the home as long as she did.  The funeral services were conducted by Elder A.E.
Harper.
J.M. Norris Altitude, Ohio
Boxie, John Boxie
Rapafipieh, Frank Rapafipieh
The Sentinel,
John Boxie and Frank Rapafipieh were killed, the first by being run over by a
train, of iron and the second by a fall from a high platform.
A man fell with Rapafipieh and
was badly hurt.
Spirit of Democracy,
John Boyd was killed in the steel works at
Spirit of Democracy,
It is with regret we announce the death of Thomas Boyers, a former respected citizen of Woodsfield, who died
at his home in Bellaire, April 17, 1907 at the age of 78 years, three months
and nineteen days.
Mr. Boyers was born
Deceased had been a member of the M.E. church for many
years, temperate, kindhearted, inoffensive, and always mindful of the duties a
Christian owes to his God, his family, his country and his friends. No one ever
went to Thomas Boyers for advice, help or a favor but
it was cheerfully granted if possible.
Mrs. Boyers, his devoted wife,
died
Deceased was a valiant soldier in the War of 1861-5, a
member of Company F. 52d. O.V.I., and a member of Spangler Post No.99 G.A.R.
and was duly honored by that body of soldiers at his funeral as well as during
life.
The funeral, which occurred Friday afternoon, was conducted
by Dr. S.B. Salmon, pastor of the First M.E.
P. Proudfit
of the U.P. church. Another grand old man has gone to his reward after a long
and useful Christian life.
Spirit of Democracy,
He was born in Old Virginia, Loudoun county,
He was married twice, the first wife being Miss Lucinda Tuel. They were married in the year of 1834. To this union
nine children were born, five have passed from this earth life and four are
still surviving, Jacob, Caroline, Mary S. Mehrley of
His first wife died
In the year 1887 he was united in marriage to Miss Mary S. Rowles. To this union three sons were born; James, George
and David, Mrs. Bradfield took very sick at this point in life. She grew more
and more weaker in body and mind and at last she was
taken to the state hospital for treatment and in a few days she died,
He had in all twelve children, sixty-nine grandchildren and
fifty-eight great grandchildren. He was a farmer and merchant all his life and
worked hard to provide a nice home for each one of his children. Two weeks before
he died he called his children around his bed, told them the time was drawing
near when he would have to leave them and that he wanted them to be good boys
and meet him in heaven. The way is clear and I am ready to go. He died
There was a short service held at the home from whence he
was taken to Grave Hill church opposite Sistersville where the funeral took
place, conducted by Rev. F.C. Kreager of
The deceased was perhaps one of the oldest residents of
Washington and Monroe counties wherein he has spent the greater part of his
life and will be sadly missed.
A precious one from us has gone
A voice we
love is still;
A place is vacant in our home,
Which never can be filled.
Brake, Clara Brake 2nd obit
The Sentinel,
Mrs. Clara Brake, wife of John Brake, died on last Saturday
at her home near Clarington.
Interment at St. Jacob s church the
following Monday.

Spirit of Democracy,
Clara Brake, wife of John Brake, died at her home near Oak
Saturday. Interment at St. Jacobs Monday. A husband
and two children are left to mourn her departure.
Breckenridge, Samuel F.Breckenridge
The Sentinel,
For the last 17 years he had
been teacher of Hebrew and Greek in the seminary.
Brickner, Joseph Brickner
Steadman, W. G. Steadman
The Sentinel,
Near him was a little white dog which had probably been
crushed to death by the man s body, although there were no marks or bruises
about it.
W. G. Steadman, 29, a yard brakeman, was caught beneath a
cut of cars. His leg was crushed off at the hip and his right was so badly
mangled that he died.
Brown, Edward Brown
The Sentinel,
He attempted to break down the door at Robinette s
residence, and upon refusing to leave when ordered away was shot. Robinette
surrendered to the police, and is charged with murder in the second degree.
Spirit of Democracy,
The grim monster death has again visited the home of
Forrest B. Brown and claimed for its victim his daughter, Mabel J. Brown. She
was born
The funeral was conducted in the Moffell
Methodist Episcopal church in the presence of a large congregation of sorrowing
friends. The sermon was preached by Rev. W.E. Fletcher, pastor of the Methodist
Protestant church on
Brown, William Brown 2nd obit
The Sentinel,
William Brown, an aged and respected citizen of near Laings,
Brown, William Brown 3rd obit
The Sentinel,
William Brown, the subject of this sketch was born in
Center township,
In the days of his early
manhood, he was united in marriage to Eliza J. Hawkins. To this union there
were born six children, two sons and four daughters, five of whom preceded him
to the world beyond. One son yet survives. On the 12th day of August
1894 his companion was called from labor to reward.
Shortly after the death of
his companion he was married to Harriett Mahoney and for several years she was
afflicted with cancer of the breast which has caused her a wonderful amount of
suffering. She expected to be the first to leave the stage of action and was
making arrangements to that effect but in this we are reminded that God s way
is not our way.
Therefore the deceased leaves
to mourn his loss, an afflicted companion, one son and eleven grandchildren.
The funeral sermon was
preached by the pastor, Rev. W. E. Fletcher, at the home near Laings,
In early life he gave his
heart to God and his name to the Methodist Protestant church on
A large congregation listened
to the fine sermon after which, they followed the remains to the
May they all live so they will make an
unbroken band around our father s throne.
Spirit of Democracy,
William Brown, and aged and highly
respected man died at his home below town Monday evening after less than a
weeks sickness. He has for many years been a steadfast member of the Methodist
Protestant church.
He is survived by a wife and son, James Brown,
who is now in the
Interment Wednesday morning in the
Spirit of Democracy,
Mrs. Margaret Buchwald, wife of John Buchwald, died Sunday
afternoon at her home of heart failure. Although an invalid for several years
suffering with that disease, the deceased was able to be around and attended
church on the previous suddenly but was taken suddenly ill on Saturday morning.
She leaves a husband, two daughters, Mrs. Henry Weichsel
and Miss Maggie at home, and three sons, Charles, Will and Godfrey of San Francisco,
California.
The funeral took place Tuesday afternoon.
[Margaret died
Burgbacher, Mathias Burgbacher
Spirit of Democracy,
Mr. Mathias Burgbacher of New
Matamoras died Wednesday of last week. Mr. Burgbacher
resided at Woodsfield many years ago and was a brother of the late Jacob and
John Burgbacher. He was in his eighty-second year. [d. March 13, 1907]
Burke, W. J. Burke
Thatcher, William J. Thatcher
Golthwaite, Faulkner Goldthwaite
Hamilton, G. G. Hamilton
Thomas, W. H. Thomas
Miller, George E. Miller
Goodrich, Caspar Goodrich
Pair, William Pair
The Sentinel,
SPARK FROM STACK
Set Off a Case o Powder on Battleship Georgia
Eight Men Dead, Dozens Injured
Disaster Happened While The Men Of Battleship Were At Target Practice In
List Of Injured Includes Two Ohians
Story Of
Catastrophe
.
BOSTON, July 16 By the explosion of a case of powder in the
hands of a gunner in the after superimposed turret of the battleship Georgia,
in Massachusetts Bay, eight men were killed and 12 injured. Not one of the
persons in the turret escaped injury.
Lieutenant Goodrich and Seaman Mallick
jumped overboard right after the explosion, with the apparent motive of easing
the terrible suffering from their burns. Both of the desperate men were quickly
rescued by uninjured comrades.
The accident happened while the battleship was several
miles off
How the powder became ignited is not yet known, but the
theory held at the navy yard is that it was set off by a spark from the
smokestack of the warship. Immediately after the accident the
The
THE DEAD: William J.
Thatcher, chief turret captain,
INJURED: Midshipman J. T. Cruse,
Lieutenant Caspar Goodrich, son of Rear Admiral Goodrich,
commandant of the
When the
Several incidents were told of the coolness and heroism of
some of the men just after the explosion. Chaplain Charlton was the first
officer to reach the turret. The first man he found was Midshipman Cruse, who
was terribly injured. He would not allow the chaplain to do anything for him,
but said: Let me alone; I am all right. Look after those other fellows. In
one or two other cases also he met with the same spirit of self-sacrifice.
Burkhart, Barbara Burkhart
The Sentinel,
Mrs. Barbara Burkhart, mother of Charles Burkhart, of this
city, died last Saturday, at the home of her son, Frank at McKee s Rock, Pa.,
after an illness of about ten weeks.
Mrs.
Deceased was a consistent member of the Catholic Church and
funeral services were held at that church at McKee s Rocks.
Spirit of Democracy,
Frank Burkhart, one of the oldest members of the Catholic church here died at his home in
Interment was had in St. Sylvester s cemetery Monday
forenoon, Father T.A. Goebel conducting the services.
Spirit of Democracy,
Mrs. Michael Burkhart, aged 75 years of near
Butcher, Louisa Butcher 2nd obit
Spirit of Democracy,
Miss Louisa Butcher was born in 1824 and died
She obeyed the gospel about twenty-five years ago and
united with the Christian church at
Her remains were taken from
the home of Mrs. Smith to the Christian chapel at
Butcher, Louisa Butcher 3rd obit
The Sentinel,
Miss Louisa Butcher died Tuesday evening at the home of her
sister-in-law, Mrs. Tena Smith at
Funeral will be held at
Rumor is current that she left a will in which are named
about sixty legatees; among whom are thirty relatives living in
Butcher, Louisa Butcher 4th obit
The Sentinel,
STAFFORD--The funeral of Louisa Butcher, whose name became
so familiar through her heirship to the fortune of
her half-brother, Adolphus Armstrong of Grafton,
She had been a resident among our people for near half a
century, but during the litigation trouble, was taken to the home of Mrs. Tena Smith of
Elder Harkins spoke in his usual impressive manner to a
crowded house.
Solemn music was rendered by the Methodist choir with
Minnie Bowen as organist.
Directly the funeral was over and it was reported she remembered
many of our citizens in her will. Attorney Lynch and Deputy Sheriff Wichterman, of Woodsfield attended the funeral. Elder
McFadden, of Creighton, was also present.
Butcher, Louisa Butcher 5th obit
The Sentinel,
Miss Louisa Butcher was born in 1824, and died
About 8 months ago she fell heir
to a quarter million dollars, from her brother s estate in
Her mother preceded her to the spirit land 17 years ago
last April.
She died at the home of Mrs. Tena
Smith, where she had made her home for about three months prior to her death.
She obeyed the gospel about 25 years ago and united with
the Christian Church at
Her body was then laid to rest in the cemetery nearby to
await the coming of the Lord who shall reward everyone according to their
works.
The nearest relative left to mourn was her sister-in-law,
Mrs. Smith.
Precious in the eyes of the Lord is the death of his
Saints.

Spirit of Democracy,
Louisa Butcher, who a few months since inherited over a
quarter of a million dollars from her brother Adolphus
Armstrong of Grafton, W.Va., died July 30, at the home of her sister-in-law
Mrs. Tena Smith at Sycamore Valley.
Funeral at
The cause of her death as reported was cancer. It is
rumored she left a will in which she provided for a number of her friends. The
following being named as legatees: Mrs. Tena Smith,
Margaret Tuttle, Melissa Okey, John Eaton, Dr. J.W.
Weber, Clyde Robinson, Miles Okey, Virginia Okey, Lou Swarthwood, Willie
Hogue, Catherine Sebach, Florence Carmichael,
Elizabeth Driggs, Melissa V. Spriggs,
George Meckling, Isaac Goodwin, Newton Steed, Mrs.
T.C. Carmichael, L.E. Matz, E.J. Wichterman,
Melissa Barnet, Phillip Mulbrough (colored man), Matt
Bowen, Mattie Smith, William Barnet, Nancy Carmichael, Christian church at
Stafford, and about thirty-four relatives living in West Virginia.
Butler, Dorothy Butler
Butler, Edward E. Butler
Butler, Mrs. Edward Butler
Butler, Gertrude Butler
Rockwell, Eli Rockwell
Rockwell, Mrs. Eli Rockwell
Martindale, Charles Martindale
Martindale, Mrs. Charles Martindale
Martindale, Infant child Martindale
The Sentinel,
They are Eli Rockwell and wife and Charles Martindale and
wife and baby.
The women were sisters of Mrs. Butler.

The women were sisters of Mrs. Butler.
Butler, who was head clerk in
the
Butler, George Butler
The Sentinel,
When
Police arrested a man they think is one of those who did
the shooting. The murder is believed to be the result of trouble between union
and non-union men, which has been on ever since a
Butler, Gertrude Butler
Butler, Edward E. Butler
Butler, Mrs. Edward Butler
Butler, Dorothy Butler
Rockwell, Eli Rockwell
Rockwell, Mrs. Eli Rockwell
Martindale, Charles Martindale
Martindale, Mrs. Charles Martindale
Martindale, Infant child Martindale
The Sentinel,
They are Eli Rockwell and wife and Charles Martindale and
wife and baby.
The women were sisters of Mrs. Butler.
Butler, who was head clerk in
the
Byers, Charles H. Byers 2nd obit
The Sentinel,
Another old soldier, 74 years of age, called to attend Roll
Call on the other shore.
Charles H. Byers, who served his country
for three years in Company B, 3rd Ohio Infantry.
He was a good soldier and good citizen and a member of the
Presbyterian church, of which Rev. W. L. Oliver, is
pastor.
He was a worthy member of Gen. W. P. Richardson Post No.
609
G. A. R., and was buried by
his comrades in the Moose Ridge cemetery. E.
M. Poulton, C. P.
Louis Sulsberger,
Adjt.
Spirit of Democracy,
Charles H. Byers, aged 73 years, died Monday. He served
three years in Company B, 3rd Ohio Volunteer Infantry and was a
member of the Presbyterian church. Two sons are left
to mourn.
Funeral
Tuesday conducted by Rev. Oliver and Gen. W.P. Richardson Post. Interment in Moose Ridge cemetery.
Spirit of Democracy,
Samuel Campbell, aged 75 years, a well known man of St. Clairsville, dropped dead from heart disease at his home on
Tuesday [November19, 1907]. With his wife, he had just returned from a visit to
relatives at Shadyside, and the sudden end came just as he entered his home.
Caperillo, Benjamin Caperillo
The Sentinel,
GRAFTON, O., Nov. 12 Benjamin Caperillo
was murdered and robbed and his body laid upon the
railway track to hide the crime.
Although the body was mangled by a train, stiletto wounds
were found in the man s breast.
Caperillo was on his way to
Carducci, Giosue Carducci
The Sentinel,
Giosue Carducci, Poet Laureate of
Italy, died in
In 1906 he was awarded the Nobel prize
for his literary work.
His funeral was not preached, for he once became disgusted
at the common-place eloquence of a pompous orator over a dead body, and
remarks:
When I am dead I will ask the Almighty for only a single boon, that is to be able to lift for a moment my head from
my grave and spit in the face of those who will be slandering me at my burial.
Carpenter, Elijah Carpenter
The Sentinel,
Death has again visited our community by taking one of our
older people. Elijah Carpenter died at his home on Friday, Aug. 23rd,
and was buried the following Sunday in the
Carr, Mrs. John Carr
The Sentinel,
TRAIL RUN Mrs. John Carr of Sistersville, W.
Remains were interred in the Locust Grove cemetery. Funeral
services were conducted by Rev. Westfall of Sistersville, W. Va.
Cassatt, Alexander J. Cassatt
The Sentinel,
President Alexander J. Cassatt, of the
He has been in the railroad business continuously since
1859.
Henry C. Frick, the
Spirit of Democracy,
Ellen-aged one year, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. T.A. Cassidy,
died Friday from whooping cough.
The funeral took place Saturday and was conducted by Father
Goebel of the Catholic church.
[Ellen died
Cassidy, William Cassidy
The Sentinel,
Five minutes later he was found dead, his skull being
fractured, and a brick which was covered with blood was lying close to the
body.
No arrests have been made.
Cavanaugh, Mildred Leota
Cavanaugh
The Sentinel,
Mildred Leota Cavanaugh, the
infant daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Wm. B. Cavanaugh, was born
The funeral service was held at the home of the parents on
Spirit of Democracy,
Henry Cecil, the infant son of Mr. and Mrs. Hamilton
Curtis, died Wednesday evening.
Funeral services were conducted Friday morning at the M.E.
church by Rev. Hughgart and the remains laid to rest
in the
Chadwick, Cassie Chadwick
The Sentinel,
Mrs. Cassie Chadwick, of bank-wrecking fame, died in the
hospital at the state penitentiary at
Checca, Gaetano Checca
The Sentinel,
STEUBENVILLE, O., Nov. 26 Gaetano Checca, 40, an Italian,
was shot and instantly killed by Giovanni Iachifucci,
who fled from the city.
Checca objected to the other mans attentions to Mrs. Checca, and struck him with his fist.
Liberatose Ciprianni tried to prevent
the shooting and dodged barely in time to escape being shot.
Christman,
The Sentinel,
A telegram was received Tuesday announcing the death of
Forest Christman at
He is a son of Mr. and Mrs. Andrew Christman
of this place and has been in poor health for some time.
The body will be brought here
for interment.
The bereaved family have the sympathy of their many friends.
Spirit of Democracy,
Forrest Christman, aged 22 years,
son of Mr. and Mrs. A.S. Christman of Woodsfield,
died at
The remains will be brought to Woodsfield for interment.
Spirit of Democracy,
The remains of Forrest Christman,
who died at
The funeral services were held at the home of his parents,
Mr. and Mrs. A.G. Christman of
Christman, Forrest W. Christman 3rd obit
Spirit of Democracy,
Forrest William Christman, was born in
Forrest was a consistent member of the Grand Junction
Presbyterian church having made profession of salvation soon after reaching
Flowers were sent by these societies and orders and also by
other friends of the deceased from his
The funeral service was conducted from the home of his
parents Sunday afternoon, May 5th at
And words came from
The Daily Sentinel
of April 30 says, At
an early hour this morning Forrest Christman, aged 22
years, a well known carpenter of this city, died at
The deceased has been a resident of
The members of Book Cliff Camp, Woodmen of the World, of
which he was a member will escort the remains this evening from the residence
on
Daily Sentinel of
May 1, says The remains of Forrest Christman were shipped to the old home in
The Church News of
May 4th says: Not only the members of our
church, but many others have sustained a sad loss in the death of
Forrest Christman, who departed this life on last
Tuesday morning at the home of Mrs. Rediker on
The following letter of condolence was received by the
family from the members of the Bible Class:
To the Christman
family:
Since God in his divine providence has seen fit to call
from our midst our loved fellow laborer, Forrest Christman,
we bow in humble submission to His holy will, and wish thus to endeavor in a
weak way to express our heartfelt sympathy to you in this sad hour of
bereavement. In Forrest we found a faithful Sabbath school attendant and an
excellent Christian young man, whose influence was for the help of the cause of
his Savior. In this deep sorrow that must come to all it is most comforting to
us to realize that some day we shall clasp hands in that heavenly land to be
forever with Jesus. May God s spirit dwell richly in your hearts to comfort you
and heal the wounds of this affliction is the prayer of the young men s Bible
class of the Presbyterian Sabbath school of Grand Junction, of which Forrest
was a member. C.J. Barnett, Teacher George
White Arthur Allen
Bliss
Baker Walter Becket Walter Leclere Rodney Robinson
It is sad to die-to break the tie that binds and watch our plans blown from our weary fingers, no more seen
unless they are the blue prints of God s Plans for
Solemn to die!-but when a Christian carpenter goes on to
consult with the Carpenter Christ-when the apprentice passes on to higher plans
and the workman is promoted to the side of the Foreman, who shall complain then
and say that Romans 8, 28 is fiction? W. L. OLIVER
Christman, Forrest William Christman
[Source:
The Spirit of Democracy Issue: Woodsfield, Ohio, Thurs., May 23, 1907
Source: The Daily Sentinel of April 30, 1907, and Issue: May
1, 1907 Source: The Church news, Colorado Source: The Bible class in Grand
Junction Issue:
Forrest William Christman was born in
The funeral service was conducted from the home of his parents Sunday afternoon
May 5th, at 2 o=clock. The Reverend W. Loveridge
Oliver of the Presbyterian Church officiated. The songs used were the special
favorites of the deceased - AI=ll Go Where You Want Me to Go,@ ASaved by Grace,@ and AFace to Face.@ The funeral text was from
1st. Corinthians, 15, 57, ABut thanks be to God who givith us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ.@ The body was carried to its
resting place by twelve of his young friends - six of his girl friends carried
flowers and preceded the casket in the funeral procession which was one of the
largest Woodsfield has ever seen. The open grave was surrounded by nearly in
not fully a thousand persons, whose sympathy for the living, and honor of the dead
was thus demonstrated.
Words come from
The Daily Sentinel of April 30 says: AAt an early hour this morning
Forrest Christman, aged 22 years, a well known young
carpenter of this city, died at 535 Grand Avenue where he has been boarding,
after several weeks= illness of typhoid fever. With him when he
died were his sister, Miss Celestia Christman and brother Glen Christman, both of
The Daily Sentinel of May 1, says: AThe remains of Forrest Christman
were shipped to the old home in
The Church news, in
The Bible class in Grand Junction, Colorado, April 30, 1907.
To the Christman family: ASince God in his divine
providence has seen fit to call from our midst our loved fellow laborer,
Forrest Christman, we bow in humble submission to His
holy will, and wish thus to endeavor in a weak way to express our heartfelt
sympathy to you in this sad hour of bereavement.
In Forrest, we found a faithful Sabbath school attendant and an excellent
Christian young man, whose influence was for the help of the cause of his
Savior. In this deep sorrow, that must come to all it is most comforting to us
to realize that some day we shall clasp glad hands in the heavenly land to be
forever with Jesus. May God=s spirit dwell richly in your hearts to
comfort you and heal the wounds of this affliction in the prayer of the young
men=s Bible class of the Presbyterian Sabbath school of Grand Junction, of
which Forrest was a member. Signed, C. J. Barnett, teacher; George White;
Arthur Allen; Bliss Baker; Luther White; Walter Becket; Walter Leclere; and Rodney Robinson.
It is sad to die - to break the tie that binds and watch our Aplans@ blown from our weary
fingers, no more seen unless they are the Ablue prints@ of God=s plans for future building.
Solemn to die! - but when Christian carpenter goes on to consult with the
carpenter Christian - when the apprentice passes on to higher plans and the
workman is promoted to the side of the foreman, who shall complain then and say
that Romans 8, 28 is fiction?@
W. L. Oliver
Clark, Annie W. Clark
The Sentinel,
Mrs. Annie W. Clark, who for many years has been president
of the Woman s Christian Temperance Union of Ohio, died at her home in
By her sweet, gentle, loving disposition and deep devotion
to the cause of right she endeared herself to all her friends enemies she had
none.
Mrs. Clark has done more to elevate the standard of
womanhood in
Clark, Bertha Clark
The Sentinel,
A year ago, Clark and his wife separated. Twice since, they
become reconciled but each time they parted. A few days ago
Clark, Margaret Clark
The Sentinel,
While playing with several children on the schoolhouse
hill, near her home, one of her playmates set fire to some dry grass. The
flames spread to where the little girl stood igniting her clothing, and she was
a mass of flames before assistance could reach her.
She died in a few hours.
Claypool, Jesse Claypool
The Sentinel,
BELLFONTAINE, O., Nov. 26 Following the death of his wife
two weeks ago, Jesse Claypool, 85, would get up in the night to visit her grave
and sit for hours beside the little dirt mound.
He contracted pneumonia and died.
Spirit of Democracy,
Lizzie Cleary was born
Funeral services were held in the
Clegg, Samuel Clegg 2nd obit
The Sentinel,
J. W. Mehl and son Melvin, of
Stewartsville,
Spirit of Democracy,
The many friends here of Samuel Clegg, sr., regretted to
learn of his death at his home near
Spirit of Democracy,
Nelson Cline, aged 75 years, died October 29 at the home of
his daughter Mrs. Jacob Utsinger near
Deceased served through the late Civil War.
His funeral was largely attended. Interment
in the Daugherty cemetery.
Cochran, Jason M. Cochran
The Sentinel,
TRIBUTE AND ELABORATION OF
PATERNAL AND FRATERNAL PRINCIPLES
(By Dr. R. L. Cochran,
In behalf of the inquiries and sympathies shown by my
friends and those of Jason M. Cochran, I offer the following letter, which
explains all
La
Dear Papa
I am most too full to write but I must tell you how poor
dear Jason was killed.
He was down in front of his store about
Boys, I ll get on him and try him to see if he is gentle
before starting him home. No sooner had he gotten in the saddle than the horse
lunged forward and ran a short distance and fell, throwing poor Jason under
him, crushing his skull and body and was unconscious.
They called two doctors, but was
hopeless. He never gained consciousness and passed away at
We got in this morning and are all heart-broken, can t
write. He looks so natural and has a smile on his dear face. He didn t
suffer died so easy. He is to be buried tomorrow at
.
To those who were near and dear to him, neighbors of the
Modern Woodmen of America and friends: A broken column most fittingly
represents the untimely death of a man thus in middle life, such as our son and
neighbor, who has gone before and whose memory I am here tonight to honor.
He was a man, as we are taught to understand,
created like his Maker and subject to all the trials and tribulation of this
world. Our Father has decreed that we shall die, and we know not the day, the
hour nor the minute when we shall be called hence. Some may be stricken suddenly,
but others may be afflicted with some dread disease which will linger, yet
slowly but surely eating its way until our strength has departed, and we become
its victim and die, leaving our friends and those we love to mourn. The man
whose death is slow may have time in which to prepare himself for the after
life, but those that are taken suddenly have not.
We know not when the angel of death may appear, and yet we
should at all times be prepared to answer the final summons. But how many are?
We are here today and gone tomorrow. The future may look bright enough, but we
can never tell when the cloud of misfortune may come to our lot or some cruel
monster blot out our lives just as dawn of Christianity is breaking. When we begin to see the mistakes we have made, all too late to
remedy them.
Let us remember that we have duties and obligations to
perform corresponding to the blessings which we enjoy. Let us remember the
trust, the sacred trusts attached to the obligation we have taken. Let us feel
our personal responsibilities to the full extent of our power and influence for
the preservation of our immortal soul. We should be just too every man, our
family and our God; for the best friend we have many turn against us and become
our enemy. Our son and daughters that we have reared with loving care may prove
ungrateful; some evil doer with evil designs may poison the minds of those whom
we trust with our happiness and our good name, and may become traitors to their
faith; but when the last scene of all comes, and death takes us in its embrace,
let us be found true.
Fully understanding the obligation he has taken in the
greatest development and benefit fraternity in the world, and being such his
virtues are known, while his faults will be buried with him in the silent tomb
there to remain forever.
His life was a model one. He was a kind son and husband, a
loving father, and a gentleman, and let it be our prayer, that God, in his
wisdom saw fit to give him that which we all seek Heaven.
While he has been many miles distant and years without the
compelling influence of a father, he was not found wanting. He had all that
heart could wish for. So sad that he has been called away when life is so
desirable when the work to be done had just commenced. It is doubly painful to
bid adieu to the idol of so many hearts who has passed into the unknown; and
yet in the mysterious way in which great blessings are wrought, we are
compelled to admit that possibly in this great dispensation some good will come
to those mourning ones which cannot now be seen.
He has laid his burdens suddenly down. We can hardly
realize or reconcile ourselves to the thought that others should take them up,
and yet the future may reveal the good there is in this. He goes out into the
unknown, and all is blank. He leaves his labors here unfinished, and unskilled
hands must carry to completion the work which he began. All seems wrong, and we
refuse to be comforted; and yet who shall say that it is not best.
There is no such thing as death
In nature
nothing dies;
From each
sad remnant of decay,
Some forms
of life arise.
The little
leaf that falls
All brown
and scar to earth,
Ere-long
will mingle with the buds,
That gives
the flower it s birth.
And as in nature, nothing dies; man does not. The life here
is but the budding of a life beyond. Between him and where we stand there is a
curtain beyond which we rightfully cannot see; yet faith tells us that our son
and neighbor is not dead, but living wiser, greater, grander than before.
God forbid that we should not recognize and acknowledge in
all sincerity that His will be done, and what He does is good and right. If our
grand fraternity was not one whose chief principle was not a perfect faith in a
hereafter and an Almighty God his visitation upon us at this time might crush
our hearts and cause our heads to bow low in the dust with woe.
Hence the soul of the departed, borne by angel wings, took
flight into the skies, and there emblazoned, show all the
world that man has not lived in vain, but that his influence for good is more
potent than it ever has been, and our chiefest pride
lies in memories.
Cease, then, to prate about your creed, and the ways that
wind and wind, when only kind thoughts, kind acts and noble deeds are all this
world needs.
Colvig, Lavina Colvig
The Sentinel,
CLARINGTON, O. Mrs. Lavina Colvig, an aged and respected lady, died at her home here
Friday.
The funeral was held Sunday
from the Christian Church.
Dr. T. S. Ward of
Colvin, Rosa Colvin 2nd obit
The Sentinel,
She was the oldest daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Colvin, of
near Mulberry Knob. She was taken suddenly ill with brain fever, and lived but
a few days. How sad it is for one so young, just in the prime of life, to be
taken from us. But the young and old, one and all, must submit to Him, who
doeth all things well. She was laid to rest in the beautiful cemetery at
Colvin, Rosa Colvin
Source: The Sentinel Thursday, December 26, 1907
Plainview: Sad indeed was the news that spread through
this community Monday evening when the death of our friend, Rosa Colvin, was
announced. She was the oldest daughter
of Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Colvin, of near Mulberry Knob. She was taken suddenly ill with brain fever,
and lived but a few days. How sad it is
for one so young, just in the prime of life, to be taken from us. But the young and old, one and all, must
submit to Him, who doeth all things well.
She was laid to rest in the beautiful cemetery at
Spirit of Democracy,
Rosa Colvin, aged 15 years, daughter of Mr. and Mrs.
William Colvin, of
Cominsky, Elizabeth Cominsky
nee Wagner 2nd
obit
The Sentinel,
Mrs. Elizabeth Wagner Cominsky
died at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Chas. Haren,
of High street Tuesday afternoon at
Four daughters are left to mourn.
Funeral services were held in the Catholic church at Batesville, Noble county, Tuesday and interment
made there.
Furthur particulars later.
Spirit of Democracy,
Mrs. Elizabeth Comisky died at
the home of her daughter, Mrs. Charles Haren of High
Street Tuesday afternoon. [d. May 21, 1907]
Connett, Margaret Connett
The Sentinel,
Cooper, Ida A. Cooper
The Sentinel,
She was well known socially.
She is said to have become despondent owing to a longing
for her former home.
Coss, Bertha Coss 2nd obit
Spirit of Democracy,
Bertha Coss was born
She obeyed the Savior in the
days of her youth. She was a member of the
Sad was the hour of parting,
Better the tears we shed;
Laying her cold and silent
Down with the shrouded dead.
.
Her form is now resting in slumber
And her life has made its last wave;
Her place in the room is now vacant,
While the rain gently falls on her grave.
.
Farewell, dear Bertha, life s battle is won,
While the bridal robe was laid aside;
The robe of righteousness was supplied,
That will shine in the city of
Spirit of Democracy,
Today she sleeps beneath the sod; her labors are over; her
work is done, but she will live long in the memory of her many acquaintances at
Pleasant Ridge, Graysville and elsewhere. Death with its inexorable degree has
given again entered the chamber of life and called another one of our loved
ones away, so suddenly and so unexpectedly was called to the great hereafter
where all may look and gather consolation in the past fact, where time shall
have merged into eternity. There will be a glorious reunion in that place of
eternal rest where parting shall be no more.
This is written in memory of Bertha Coss who was born
After paying the last respect to one so dearly loved the
remains were laid to rest in the Graysville cemetery to await the resurrection
morn. The funeral services were conducted by Rev. Cooper. The grief stricken family have the sympathy of the entire community.
Spirit of Democracy,
Death has reached its icy fingers and taken from us our
loving mother, Mrs. Susan Costello. She was born near
The funeral services were conducted by the pastor of the
Christian church Rev. W.C. Prewit, after which she
was laid to rest in the Wellsville cemetery.
Our dear mother from us has gone
Her voice we loved is still;
A place is vacant in our home
Which never can be filled. F.
Cox, Henry Cox
Miller, John Miller
The Sentinel,
EXPLOSION AT POWDER MILL
Henry Cox and John Miller
were working in the building and their bodies were blown to pieces.
The plant covers eight acres
of ground. Windows were shattered for miles around. The building took fire and
considerable damage resulted from both explosion and fire.
Craig, Joseph Craig 2nd obit
The Sentinel,
The funeral of Joseph Craig, whose death occurred Tuesday
night, Sept. 24th, at the home of his son, on
The service was in charge of Rev. Van Voorhis
and interment was made at the
The deceased was 76 years old
and his death was due to an attack of pneumonia.
Mr. Craig was born in
Woodsfield in the year 1830, his father, Wm. Craig, being one of the earliest
settlers of the town. Mr. Craig spent all his life in Woodsfield, excepting the
last 20 years, which were spent in Bellaire. While here he was engaged in the
tannery business for a number of years.
He has one brother and one
sister in this city, Mr. Ezra Craig and Mrs. Hugh Crawford. Three other sisters
also survive him, Mrs. Agnes Monroe, of Lockington,
and Mrs. J. O. Amos of
Mr. Craig was a good citizen,
neighbor and friend, and esteemed by all who knew him.
Spirit of Democracy,
Joseph Craig, aged 76 years, of Bellaire, died Tuesday of
last week from pneumonia.
Deceased formerly resided at Woodsfield and was a brother
of Mrs. Hugh Crawford and E.D. Craig. [Joseph died
Cramblett, Nathan W. Cramblett 2nd obit
The Sentinel,
Nathan W. Cramblett died Friday
at his home at Newscomerstown, O., aged 71 years. His
death was caused by infirmities incident to old age.
Rev. Cramblett was a former
minister of the
Spirit of Democracy,
I received word July 13th that Brother W.N. Cramblett of
Cronin, Hensen Cronin
Spirit of Democracy,
Hensen Cronin-aged eighty-seven
years, died from pneumonia Monday night. Mr. Cronin had been a resident of
Woodsfield for many years. [d. March 4, 1907]
Cronin, Hensen Cronin
Spirit of Democracy,
Hensen Cronin was born
His companion and five
children preceded him to the spirit land.
Mr. Cronin had been for many
years a resident of Woodsfield where the funeral was conducted by Elder D.W.
Harkins. His body was taken to the Baker cemetery, and laid beside that of his
departed wife,
Cronin, Henson Cronin 3rd obit
The Sentinel,
Henson Cronin, one of Woodsfield s oldest citizens, died
Monday night.
Culverhouse,
J.T. Culverhouse 2nd obit
Spirit of Democracy,
Mr. J.T. Culverhouse, for many years a resident of this
place but who had of late made his home with his son James Culverhouse of
Cadiz, Ohio, died December 19, 1907, and the remains were brought back to the Ott s M.E. church for burial.
Mr. Culverhouse was an honest upright citizen and had been
a steadfast member of the Methodist church for many years. Rev. Brown of
Culverhouse, John Thomas Culverhouse
Spirit of Democracy,
John Thomas Culverhouse was born near Powhatan,
In 1854 he was married to
Rachel Eddy of Laings,
He was a member of the
Spirit of Democracy,
Mrs. Jane Cummings died Wednesday evening June 12, from a
stroke of paralysis. Deceased was in her 88th year. Her four
children who are left to mourn are Rev. W.S. Cummings of
Funeral services were held Friday forenoon at the home
residence, conducted by her pastor, Rev. Hughgart.
The remains were laid to rest in the cemetery at Ebenezer.
Spirit of Democracy,
Daniel Cumpson was born in
Harrison county,
He was married to Nancy C. Byers in 1873; to this union
were born seven children, four sons and three daughters. Two sons died in
infancy and one daughter, Miss Aldona Cumpson, died of consumption almost a year ago, and shortly
after her death he had a severe case of pneumonia which led to consumption
causing his death. Thus in his death we have sustained a loss which can never
be replaced. Our community has lost one of its best men. Death loves a
shining mark, and this he was among his fellow men. He was always an honest,
upright, conscienious man, studied well what was
right and did it to the very letter. How sad the home! No father there. How
lonely the widow. How sad the children, because there is no father s sympathy,
no father s love, that beautiful, cheerful smile is gone. He had been a
constant labor all his life, looking well to his own household, believing
charity began at home, and then was ready to lend a helping hand to his
neighbors, those in need of assistance. He had accumulated sufficient of this
worlds goods to live easy as we term it. But Jesus said, Well done, enter into the joys of
thy Lord. Rev. Allen had visited him occasionally during his short pastorate
here and on
Interment at the Moffett cemetery,
January 18, where his body was laid to rest, followed by a large concourse of
friends and neighbors. Services were conducted by Rev. Allen, assisted
by Rev. Fletcher.
Curtis, Dorethea Curtis
The Sentinel,
SWAZEY On Thursday morning a little child of Mr. and Mrs.
Thos. Curtis was fatally burned.
Mrs. Curtis had gone out of the house and was returning
when she was met at the door by the oldest little girl screaming. She soon saw
what was the matter.
The second child, a little girl, Dorethea,
about two years of age, had in some unknown manner caught fire. Mrs. Curtis
succeeded in extinguishing the flames, but not until it was badly burned, and
the following night the spirit of the suffering child winged its early flight
back to the God who gave it.
The parents are grief stricken over the sad loss of their
little darling. But
parents, do not grieve, little Dorethea
is with the angels, where pain and suffering will never be known.
The remains were laid to rest in the cemetery at Tabor,
Friday afternoon.
Curtis, Dortha Curtis
Spirit of Democracy,
On Thursday morning a little child of Mr. and Mrs. Thomas
Curtis was fatally burned. Mrs. Curtis had gone out of the house and was
returning when she was met at the door by the oldest little girl screaming. She
soon saw what was the matter. The second child, a
little girl, Dortha, about two years of age had in
some unknown manner caught fire. Mrs. Curtis succeded
in extinguishing the flames but not until it was badly burned and the following
night the spirit of the suffering child winged its early flight back to the God
who gave it. The parents are grief-stricken over the sad loss of their little
darling. But parents, do not grieve, little Dortha is
with the angels where she will never experience the pain and suffering of this
world. The remains were laid to rest in the cemetery at Tabor, Friday
afternoon.
Spirit of Democracy,
Harrison Curtis, a highly respected citizen, who resided
about one mile southwest of town, died Thursday evening after a few days
illness, aged 84 years. He leaves a wife and seven children.
Funeral services were held Saturday afternoon at the
Christian church, of which deceased was a member, conducted by Rev. Hughgart. Interment was made in the
Dahringer, Frederick Dahringer
The Sentinel,
Two foreigners, George Shinno and John Bola, have been arrested and will be held
pending an investigation. It is said Bola, one of the men under arrest, was
recently discharged by Dahringer. He disclaims
knowledge of the murder.
Dallas, Wayne Dallas
The Sentinel,
Wayne Dallas, a young man of
Daniels, Joe Daniels 2nd obit
The Sentinel,
STAFFORD Our people were saddened
by the death of Joe Daniels, at
He was the son of John
Daniels, sr., of this place and is remembered as a courteous, bright boy who
left several years ago and went to
He had been complaining of
not being in usual health for a month previous, but nothing serious was
anticipated; but on that morning he quit work and securing a room in the Ducey block, took his bed and summoned a physician, but in
a short time was unable to speak, he trying repeatedly to do so. Dispatches
were sent by long distance phone to his uncle in
Deceased was 37 years of age, single and was born in
Spirit of Democracy,
A telegram was received here last week by John W. Daniels
from
The deceased was about 37 years of age. He resided here
with his father until 18 years of age, where he went west and located first
with his uncle John Warde, a wealthy mining man of
Idaho Springs. After a number of prosperous years he accepted a very lucrative
position in the jewelry store in
Davidson, A. D. Davidson
The Sentinel,
Davidson was 36 years old and left a family.
Davis, David Davis
The Sentinel,
CLARINGTON The funeral of David Davis, who died at his home
at Paden City, Saturday morning, was held Monday at the home of his daughter,
Mrs. F. L. Case of this place.
Rev. Stewart, of the M. E. Church, conducted the
services.
Davis, Elizabeth Lavada Davis 2nd obit
The Sentinel,
Elizabeth Lavada, the two-year old daughter of Mr. and Mrs.
Roy Davis, died last Wednesday from pneumonia.
Funeral services were held in the Christian church, Friday,
conducted by Elder Harkins and Rev. Oliver. The bereaved parents have the heartfelt
sympathy of their friends and neighbors.
Davis, Lee Davis
The Sentinel,
MINGO JUNCTION, O., Aug. 13 Lee Davis of Bellaire was
killed here while returning home from an excursion to
Davis, Perry Davis
Bergman, John Bergman
Mulligan, John Mulligan
The Sentinel,
The dead: John Bergman, 40,; Perry
Davis, 40 and John Mulligan, 35.
Abe Davis, 40, colored is now
at the city hospital in precarious condition from heat stroke.
Davis, Silkirk Davis
Spirit of Democracy,
Silkirk Davis, aged 63 years, who
formerly resided at Oak, this county, died at his home in Wood county,
Davis, Vada Elizabeth Davis 3rd
obit
The Sentinel,
Vada Elizabeth Davis, infant
child of Mr. and Mrs. Roy Davis, of Church st., died
Vada was one year, seven months
and twenty-five days old. She was a sweet loveable child; the pride and joy of
the family and a favorite of the neighbors.
The mother is almost prostrated with grief.
The lines have certainly fallen hard upon
The funeral was conducted at the Christian s house of
worship on Church st. by Elder D. W. Harkins.
Mr. and Mrs. Walters of Trail
Run, were present at the funeral. Mrs. Walters is the
mother of Mrs. Davis.
After the services the little
body was taken by undertaker Bauer to the Woodsfield cemetery and interred.
The neighbors showed their
sympathy by their presence and help and words of condolence.
Vada has gone to dwell with Jesus and all the pure and
holy, while the bereaved friends and relatives are left to mourn their loss.
Davis, Vada Elizabeth Davis
Spirit of Democracy,
Vada Elizabeth Davis, infant
child of Mr. and Mrs. Roy Davis of
Mr. and Mrs. Walters of Trail Run attended the funeral.
Mrs. Walters is the mother of Mrs. Davis. Quite a number of neighbors showed
their sympathy in a helpful way toward the bereaved parents. Little Vada has gone to be with Jesus in the land of the pure and
holy, while the bereaved ones mourn their loss.
Spirit of Democracy,
F.M. Day, aged 47 years, died at
Deceased was a son of Mr. and Mrs. T. Day of
He was a division freight agent for the Rock___ and
railroad at the time of his death.
Dayton, Gertrude Dayton
The Sentinel,
Miss Dayton had been missing for several weeks. Mr. McKelvey s first
intimation that she had been murdered was through an item published under a
Hong Kong date, saying a young woman had been found dead there; that murder was
suspected and that her supposed slayer, a Chinaman, when arrested had in his
possession a silver toilet set engraved Gertrude.
Dean, Joe Dean 2nd obit
Johnson, Julia Johnson 4th obit
The Sentinel, Woodsfield,
Ohio, dated, November 7, 1907
Deans, Joe Deans 3rd obit
Johnson, Luella Johnson 5th obit
The Sentinel, Woodsfield,
Ohio, dated, November 14, 1907
The funeral of Miss Luella Johnson, whose tragic death
occurred at
It was Miss Johnson s good fortune to possess a disposition
which wins friends everywhere, and in the short nine months which she spent in
She had a splendid position as cashier in the Law Building
Pharmacy at that place and in a conversation with W. S. Wims,
who went from here to bring the body to this place, the proprietor, E. B. Cootes, complimented highly her efficiency and said that
her place would be hard to fill.
In a popularity contest for
the benefit of the Confederate Choir No. 1, she received the largest number of
votes, the prize being a grand piano.
On the evening of the
tragedy, she walked from the store to her boarding place with a friend who
lived on the same street. It seems that they were followed by the jealous
lover, for she had just reached her room when the door bell rang. On it being
answered, the young man, Joe Deans, asked for Miss Johnson. When she reached
the door she said, Why, Joe is it you? Come in. Without a word he shot her
twice and then, putting the gun to his temple, shot himself. Miss Johnson fell
backward crying, My God, he has shot me!
Deans died without regaining
consciousness, but Miss Johnson was conscious for some time and conversed
freely with those about her as to her funeral arrangements and giving messages
of love to be sent to her people here, and to friends at
Her death was caused by
internal hemmorage.
Her relatives here were
telegraphed at once, and in response W. S. Wims left
immediately for
Card of Thanks We
desire to extend our sincere thanks to the people of Woodsfield for the tender
sympathy shown us in the death of our beloved daughter and sister, Luella
Johnson, whose untimely death occurred just on the threshold of a happy and
useful life. Mrs. M. J. Johnson
L. M. Johnson W.
E. Wims
Dearth, Lavina Dearth
Spirit of Democracy,
Mrs. Lavina Dearth, aged seventy
years, relict of Isaac Dearth, died at her home in Seneca township
Monday.
Deceased was the mother of H.H. Dearth, ex-school examiner
of this county.
Dearth, Levina Dearth
Hogue, Isaac Hogue
Hogue, Mrs. Isaac Hogue
Hogue, John M. T. Hogue
Hogue, Jacob Hogue
Hogue, Hannah J. Hogue
The Sentinel,
Mr. Hogue (J. H. Hogue) tells us that during the last ten
months, death has been a frequent visitor in his family, and has claimed for
his victim, his brother, Isaac Hogue and his wife of
Only one sister, Lydia A. McMullen and one brother, Stephen
W. Hogue, remain. Both reside in
Dearth, Levina Dearth
Spirit of Democracy,
Levina Dearth was born
Spirit of Democracy,
Husband of Hester A. Dearth, nee Clegg, died at the home of
his daughter in Holliday s
Deceased was born in Summit Township, Monroe county, Ohio,
November 17, 1826, where he lived nearly all his life until a few years ago he
moved to the above named place where his three daughters live, (Emily J. Smith,
Mary Johnson and Ida F. Smith).
He was a member of the Methodist Episcopal church for over sixty-five years at Bracken Chapel,
Summerfield charge. He was an earnest, devoted faithful Christian, of which the
writer has a personal knowledge.
As a citizen we doubt whether
there were any better. There was no one more ready to accommodate and oblige
than he. Surely this Christian man could exclaim with the Apostle Paul, I have
fought a good fight, I have kept the faith, & c. S.
Debold, James Debold
The Sentinel,
Spirit of Democracy,
The dark angel of death has visited our home and took from
us our kind and loving husband and father. He leaves to mourn, a wife, three
sons and an infant daughter. He departed this life
We now will have to say goodbye,
For your toiling here is past,
And the love that was in your eye
Now is gone and of the past.
Card of Thanks-We
take this method of sincerely thanking our kind friends and neighbors for their
many acts of kindness and assistance during the sickness and death of our dear
loving husband and father.
Mrs.
Mary Dennis and Family
Dent, George Dent
The Sentinel,
From our midst the Death Angel has also removed another of
our citizens, Mr. George Dent, whose death occurred Dec. 7.
Mr. Dent had suffered for the past two years from cancer of
the lower lip. His suffering was very painful, yet he bore it with great
patience.
Mr. Dent was born near New Castle, Monroe Co., O., in
April, 1837. He spent most of his life at this place and seemed to be a good
Christian man.
A widow and eight children are left to mourn the loss of a
good husband and father.
Two children and his first wife have preceded him to the
Great Beyond.
Funeral services were held at Hopewell M. E. Church, Sunday
afternoon, Dec. 8, and were conducted by Rev. A. H. Roach.
Spirit of Democracy,
Evans Dermott, who had been in poor health for more than a
year, died at his home at Chestnut level, Belmont county, Ohio, Thursday,
October 3, 1907, from pneumonia. He was 58 years of age and is survived by his
wife and three children; Wilber Dermott of
The deceased was a member of the Christian church at
Chestnut level at which place he was buried Sunday, October 6th. He
led a quiet uneventful life enjoying each day as it brought good cheer, or
reflected the more somber aspects of life. He was a kind and indulgent husband
and parent and was generally esteemed as an honest and upright man. His funeral
was one of the largest that has taken place in that vicinity of recent years.
The services were conducted by Rev. James Gregg of the Belmont Christian church
and were solemn and impressive.
Deshler, J. F. Deshler
The Sentinel,
The fire destroyed the house and contents. Four members of
her family were rescued from the burning building.
Spirit of Democracy,
Death Closely Follows That of
Brother Robert
After a long period of suffering, James Detwiler
died at his home at
James Detwiler followed closely
his brother, Robert Detwiler, whose death occurred
week before last. James Detwiler came to
Mr. Detwiler was born in
Mr. and Mrs. Detwiler were the
parents of ten children, all of whom are living and all of whom will be here
this evening. They are: J.W. Detwiler of Paola,
Thomas Detwiler, of Imes,
Mrs. Mary Beaman of
Mr. Detwiler was a member of
George H. Thomas post. He was also a member of the Christian church and funeral
services will be held tomorrow afternoon at
Friends of the family will be welcome. Members of the post
will act as pall bearers. Daily News,
Devine, Blayney Devine
The Sentinel,
Spirit of Democracy,
Mrs. Clara Devolid died at her
home three miles east of
Spirit of Democracy,
The grim monster death has again visited our community and
claimed for its victim an old and well respected citizen in the person of D.S.
Devore.
The deceased had been a
patient sufferer; he was confined to his bed for fourteen months, and about all
the complaining he did was because he was so much trouble to his grandchildren
who tenderly cared for him. Everything that could be done was done for his
comfort and to make his last days as easy and pleasant as possible.
The deceased was afflicted with something like paralysis
that affected his speech to such an extent that people could not understand
what he said only at certain times which made it very unpleasant for the
friends to wait on him and to supply his needs. He will be greatly missed in
the home and in the neighborhood as well as in the church.
He spent sixty-seven years in
the service of his Master of the Methodist Protestant church, and told his
friends before the time was fully come for his departure that he was waiting
for Jesus to come and take him from labor to reward and from a life of pain and
sorrow to one of joy and peace.
He was born
His companion, one daughter
and the son preceded him to the future state.
Later in life he was united
in marriage to Sarah Ann Cooper. To this union there were born three daughters.
His second companion and two daughters had preceded him to the world beyond.
Seven of his family have gone and four are still here to mourn the loss
of a good, kind father. There are several grandchildren and great grandchildren
left; also a host of other relatives and friends. A few years longer and there
will be a great family reunion over there, where there will be no more
goodbyes.
The funeral took place
Friday, April 5, conducted by his pastor, rev. W.E. Fletcher, assisted by A.R.
Jackson. The funeral test was Ephesiaus 8 and 15. It
was very ably handled and listened to by a house filled with sorrowing friends
after which his body was laid to rest in the
Spirit of Democracy,
Last week was a scene of funerals to our little village and
neighborhood. On Saturday, February 23, occurred the death of Grandmother Dew,[Sarah] aged about eighty six years.
Funeral took place Monday, February 24[sic-25], appropriate
services being conducted by Rev. Harry Scott of Beallsville. Interment
in Grove cemetery.
On Wednesday, February 27, Mrs. Gertrude Nelson, who had
been a patient sufferer for over two years from complications incident to a
stroke of paralysis, departed this life.
Funeral services were conducted by Rev. T.A. Goebel of
Woodsfield. Interment in the Catholic cemetery.
Spirit of Democracy,
We extend our sympathy to Editor Dew of the Summerfield
News in the loss of his two year old daughter. It died from membraneous
croup.
Spirit of Democracy,
Last Thursday evening occurred the
death of Grandfather Dew, age about 88 years.
Funeral services were held Saturday, conducted by Rev.
Harry Scott of Beallsville. Interment was made in the Grove cemetery.
[Joseph Dew died
Dew, Sarah E. Dew 2nd obit
The Sentinel,
Mrs. Sarah E. Dew, wife of Joseph Dew, of near
Interment at Pleasant Grove
Cemetery. Funeral
services conducted by Rev. Scott of Beallsville.
Dietrich, John Dietrich 2nd obit
The Sentinel,
The funeral of Mr. John Dietrich, who died at his home on Buckhill Bottom Wednesday was held
Friday afternoon.
Besides the four sons and one daughter of the deceased who
reside here, a large number of friends went to
Spirit of Democracy,
John Dietrich died at his home at Buckhill
Bottom Wednesday evening,
The deceased was a member of the German M.E. church at that
place and an honest upright Christian man.
He leaves twelve children, six sons and six daughters, two
brothers and one sister and a host of friends.
His funeral which was the largest ever held at Buckhill Bottom, took place Friday afternoon and the
services were conducted at the church by his pastor, Rev. Rudin,
assisted by Rev. Juergens of Goodwin, Rev. J.R.
Stewart of Clarington and Rev. W.S. Baker of Hannibal. His six sons acted as
pall bearers. Many beautiful floral tributes were in evidence. The interment
was made in the cemetery at that place.
Dillon, Henry Dillon
The Sentinel,
Henry Dillon, and aged veteran and citizen died suddenly on
Saturday evening.
Interment at the Greenbrier Cemetery at 2
p.m. Sunday.
Dossett, James Dossett
Dossett, Mrs. James Dossett
Dossett, Infant Child Dossett
The Sentinel,
Dossett and his wife were carried
from the flames badly burned and died later. The three will be buried in one
grave.
Douglas, Edward Douglas 2nd obit
Madison, Frank Madison 2nd obit
The Sentinel,
BOILER EXPLOSION
Last Thursday afternoon a terrific explosion occurred on
the Block farm about 1 miles east of Woodsfield in which two men lost their
lives and a third was slightly injured.
Edward Douglas was the pumper at that station and had one
of the best equipped pumping outfits in the state, and the lease is the
property of the Imperial Oil & Gas Co.
The exact cause of the explosion will probably never be
known but the most reasonable theory seems to be that it was caused by a high
pressure of steam.
Frank Madison, pumper on an adjoining lease was going from
his wells to the other and stopped at this boiler house for a few minutes and
in the explosion which took place while he was there, both men were killed
outright and horribly mangled.
 The force of the explosion
threw him to the ground and the fact that there was another boiler between him
and the one that exploded probably saved his life. Both boilers were 25
horsepower.
The two men were well known here, both were married and
leave small families and both carried life insurance.
The funerals were held Saturday afternoon and were well
attended. Mr. Madison being a member of the Eagles Lodge they had charge of his
funeral and were led by the Woodsfield band which played a funeral dirge and
added to the impressiveness of the services.
Douglas, Infant Child Douglas
The Sentinel,
An infant child of Mr. and Mrs. Edward Douglas, of
Interment was made by the side of its father who was killed
in a boiler explosion near here last March.
Mr. Douglas was a brother of Mrs. C. M. Vanderlin of this
city.
Dowie, John Alexander Dowie
The Sentinel,
John Alexander Dowie, self styled
prophet, Elijah III, died Saturday, Mar. 9th, rather unexpectedly
after a fit of insanity in which he manifested all the characteristics of his
most active life.
He had been dying for a year from a complication of
diseases and this together with mental worry over recent litigation which
practically gave his place to another man, Voliva,
brought him to his death bed.
Dowie was born in
He soon amassed a fortune of $15,000,000 and had a
following of 150,000 people. He proclaimed himself Elijah the restorer and attempted to
evangelize
Dowling, W. D. Dowling
The Sentinel,
KENTON, O., Nov. 26 W. D. Dowling, superintendent of the
Kenton waterworks, committed suicide in this city by blowing off the back of
his head with a shot-gun.
The city administration changes from Republican to
Democratic on Jan. 1 and Dowling, fearing the loss of his position, together
with the news he had just received that his son had lost a fine position on a
western railroad, concluded it was more than he could endure.

She was a Christian lady and leaves a husband and many
friends to mourn.
The funeral took place Sunday; interment in the Woodsfield
cemetery.
Dueffler,
The Sentinel,
Several of the employees leaped from windows of the upper
stories and escaped with bruises.
Dead:
Injured: Julia Hagedorn,
saleswoman, skull fractured; Bertha Kelch, bruised and cut.
The property loss will exceed $100,000.
Duncan Highman:
Duncan Highman was
born January 18, 1837, and died May 28, 1907 aged 70 years and four
months. He was united in marriage to Sarah M. Byers, daughter of Abner Byers, April 27, 1865. To this union was born
nine children, eight sons and one daughter, all of whom survived him except two
sons. His wife and children were at his bedside and watched the departing
and with sorrow not without hope wept over broken ties so near to them.
He was a member of the
He served his country faithfully for three
years in the war of the rebellion. He was a member of Co. B., 25th
Regiment Ohio Volunteer Infantry. He was wounded July 1, 1863, at the
battle of
Durose, Arthur W. Durose
The Sentinel,
WHITTEN On the morning of
Arthur was born
He was a bright, energetic young man and was loved by all
who knew him.
Father, mother, two brothers and two sisters, besides a
host of friends are left to mourn his departure.
Funeral services were conducted by a Mr. Griffon, of
Dalzell. Interment was made at
The sorrowing family has the sympathy of the entire
community.
Dwyler, Mrs. John J. Dwyler
The Sentinel,
Mrs. Dwyler had been ill for some
weeks and had been taken to Carroll by her husband in hope of recuperation
among the scenes of her childhood.
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