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Lucinda Jane WALTER (Mrs. Christian Walter), nee
Source: The Bellaire Democrat
Mrs. Christian Walter, aged 67, suddenly
passed away Sunday, May 2, (1926) from heart failure at her home. Being alone at the time of death. All appearances show that she was returning
from feeding chickens after dinner and stopping at woodpile for wood, was found
dead at that place by Geo. Schnegg, a near neighbor, in the evening. He heard the cry of her granddaughter who had
come to stay with her that night. She
was calling for her grandmother having not yet seen her. Her husband and son were at
She had answered the call of Him who doth
all things well. Gone from labor to
reward. She leaves her husband, one son,
three daughters, twelve grandchildren and a large circle of friends whose
hearts are deeply grieved from this great loss.
She was a true Christian at heart, a kind and tender mother, a most
wonderful grandmother and neighbor and friend that always thought of herself
last. Rejoicing in the welfare and
happiness of others, life to her was a joy.
Funeral services were conducted by Rev.
Stanley Johnson of Carrollton, O., on Wednesday, May 5. She was laid to rest in the
"The
dear Lord's best interpreters
Are humble, human souls.
The
gospel of a life like hers,
Is more than books or scrolls.
Mrs. Ellen Cronin, aged about 79
years, died at 12:30 Thursday afternoon of last week at the home of her
daughter Mrs. Viola Hines, on
Interment was made in Barber Ridge cemetery
by the side of the body of her late husband, Albert Cronin.
Ellen Jane Baker, daughter of John and
Elizabeth Baker, was born July 20, 1847, and departed this life April 15, 1926,
at the age of seventy-eight years, 8 months and 25 days. She was married to Albert Cronin over sixty
years ago, and to this union five children were born, three girls and two boys;
and besides these they raised two others, Mary Early and Edna Cronin. Her husband preceded her to the Great Beyond
about fifteen years ago and two of the girls died in infancy. Those left to mourn her loss are S. L.
Cronin, of
She obeyed her Savior s call at the
age of sixteen at the Richfork congregation of the
Those who attended the funeral from a
distance are Crawford Cronin, of Smackover, Ark.; Mr. and Mrs. H. H. Silverman,
of Marsceilles, Ohio; Mr. and Mrs. A. P. Staudt, of Akron; Mr and Mrs Asa
McMullen, of Barnesville; Mr. and Mrs. A. R. Baker, of Pittsburg; S. L. Cronin,
of Mexia, Texas; J. T. Winland, son and daughter, of sycamore Valley; Albert
Hines, of Pittsburgh; and Miss Alberta Hines, of New Concord, Ohio.
At the time of her death she was
making her home with her daughter Mrs. Viola C. Hines and strange to say it was
just one year to the day from the time that Mrs Hines buried her husband, Elder
J. A. Hines, until her mother passed away.
Mrs. Cronin was a great home-woman, self-dependent, hospitable and kind and is kindly remembered by scores of friends who know her in active life in the Edwina community where she and her husband spent the greater part fo a happy married life, both living to realize th glory of age, that of seeing their children out in the world making good.
SOURCE: The
Morris, Norval,
died Friday. Buried Olive.
Mrs. Drusilla Cooley was born Dec. 12, 1834 and departed
this life Jan. 29, 1926, aged 91 years, 1 month and 8 days. She leaves to mourn
her departure four children, as follows; D.W. Cooley of Paden City WV; Belle
Hoskinson of Paden City, Frances Johnson, of Follansbee, and W.H. Cooley of
Grandview, O. Also a number of grandchildren and a host of friends.
The
husband and four children preceded her to the Great Beyond some years since.
Funeral
services at the
Newspaper clipping
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Source: The Spirit of Democracy or the
Emma A. Whitacre, nee Finney, was born
at Graysville, O. August 7, 1862 and died April 25, 1927. Age 64 years, 9 months and 18 days. Until one year ago she had lived near the place
of her birth. In early life she united with the Christian church at Graysville
and her unsellfishness in always doing for others bespeaks her Christian life.
A little over a year ago she suffered
her first real illness being confined to her bed for a short time with a serious
attack of gall stones. She did not
regain her former strength and from that time until her death was continually
under the doctors care.
On April 20th, at
On September 14, 1884, she was united
in marriage to Aglon Whitacre. To this
union were born seven children; one daughter, Schammie died in infancy; the
following survive to mourn her loss; Aglon Whitacre, her husband; Carl B.
Whitacre, of Graysville, O.; Foster E. Whitacre, of Cleveland, O.; Nina E.
Whitacre of Cranford, N.J.; Mrs. Lela Martin, of Graysville, O.; Asia H.
Whitacre of Columbus, O.; Mrs. Ruby Morrison, of Sycamore Valley, O.; and eight
grandchildren; also three brothers and three sisters.
She was the first of the Finney family
of seven children to be taken; her father and mother preceded her several years
ago.
The body was brought to the home of
her youngest daughter, Ruby Morrison, of
A loving and loved mother, wife and
friend, she was ever too busy as a mother and friend to think of self. The happiest moments of her life were those
which she spent in serving others. The
greatness of her service to her family and friends expresses in some degree the
greatness of our loss.
Mrs. Mary J. Latta, daughter of Harry G. and Mary
Morris was born Sept. 6, l837 near
Mr. Latta and three sons preceded her. Harry [SUBMITTER'S
NOTE: should be HENRY HARVEY] and Sammie dieing in infancy. Thomas,
God had permitted to brighten their lives and home for several years.
Mrs. Latta is survived by three sons and two
daughters, Dr. Latta of Cumberland; Rev. Latta of India; David of Canton; Mrs.
C.A. Matz of Ashland; Miss Mary Bell of the home.
Mrs. Latta was always interested in her home and
children and helping her neighbors.
Funeral services were held at the Latta home Sunday
morning at 9 o'clock, conducted by Rev. H. L. Hines of
A
second clipping says, "Mrs. Mary J. Latta, aged 90 years, died at her home
on Woodsfield Higgs, Mrs. Fred Higgs nee
Riley
Spirit of Democracy,
Funeral services were held at the M.E. Church Saturday
morning for Mrs. Fred Higgs, age 21, who died at her home at Warwood
Thursday,[Jan.12, 1929] after a few days illness of flu-pneumonia. Services
were in charge of Rev. Nichols of Warwood. Interment was in
The deceased was a member of the Warwood Christian Church
and was a true Christian girl.
She is survived by her husband, a twenty-months old son,
her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Everett Riley and two brothers, Robert and Myers.
The Riley family is well known here. They formerly lived on
a farm near
Mobberly, John Mobberly
Spirit of Democracy,
John Mobberly, of Pleasant Ridge, near Graysville, died at
his home Monday night [Jan. 21, 1929] of pneumonia following an illness of
influenza.
Mr. Mobberly was about 50 years of age. Besides his widow
he is survived by the following children; Leonard of Pleasant Ridge; Clifford
of Stafford; John Milton and Dorothy of the home; Dorothy is seriously ill with
influenza.
The following brothers and sisters survive; Prof. Forrest
Mobberly of Linsly Institute, Wheeling; William of Clendonald, Alberta, Canada;
Elmer of Pleasant Ridge; Mrs. Belle Miller of Harlem, Mont.; Mrs. Jane Green of
West Rushville, Ohio; Mrs. Libbie Anderson of Graysville; E.M. Mobberly of
Jerusalem. Foster Mobberly of Woodsfield is a nephew.
Funeral services will be held Thursday at 1:00 p.m. with
interment at
Dawson, Richard Dawson
Spirit of Democracy,
Funeral services for Richard Dawson were held from the late
home Wednesday afternoon with Rev. Bennett of the
He is survived by his widow and some distant relatives.
Myers, Deborah Myers
Spirit of Democracy,
Debroah Myers, wife of Monroe Myers, whom many will
remember as living here many years, died at the home of her son Frank at Neffs,
and was brought to Neuhart Church for burial, Rev. J.L. Baker of this place
officiating.
Buskkirk, Dennis Buskirk, 2nd obit
Spirit of Democracy,
In this paper last week, a brief mention was made of the
death of Dennis Buskirk, its former editor and manager. In like simplicity, in
compliance with his own desire and that of his aged companion, do we want to
write simply and plainly of one who was born, served, achieved and died, the
epitome of the life of man.
To men and women who are past middle age, present or former
residents of
Mr. Buskirk was born near Round Bottom on January 4, 1852,
a son of Oliphant and Sarah Buskirk and was the last surviving member of his
family. The late Dr. N.P. Buskirk of Round Bottom was a brother. On July 2,
1866, he walked into Woodsfield and asked for a job at The Spirit office, the
paper being then owned by Jere Williams and Henry West. A search of the next
two issues does not reveal that his advent was considered important enough to
mention as it was thought that this shy, awkward country boy would not last
long. And perhaps it is not to much to say that Abraham Lincoln on his first
appearance in
Other employees came and went, editors came and went but he
was a fixture and gradually was promoted from one responsibility to another.
For fifty-three and a half years he was with the paper,
becoming its editor in 1907 when it was incorporated as The Spirit of Democracy
Printing
In November 1871, he was united in marriage to Miss Mattie
Murphy, daughter of Benjamin and Mary Murphy. Their entire married life was
spent in Woodsfield, their home always on the same lot where the present
residence stands. One son, Willie, was born to them but he died at the age of 9
years in 1881.
Mr. Buskirk s death occurred on Tuesday, January 15 at his
home following a few days serious illness from complications incident to the
advanced age of 77 years and 11 days. Funeral services were held at the home on
Thursday in charge of his pastor Rev. John Fleming Cash, of the Methodist
Episcopal Church. Both the religious services and those of the I.O.O.F. Lodge
were characterized by simplicity and brevity. He had been a faithful member of
both the church and Lodge for over forty years. Interment was made in the
family lot in
Mr. Buskirk had his limitations and weaknesses and none
knew them better or regretted them more than he did. But he practiced
principals of strict honesty and his word once given was good as a bond. He
gave his life in service through his paper and its files contains thousands of
kind comments on achievements and interests of
Among those from a distance in attendance at the funeral
were: Mrs. Robert Tilton of
Card of Thanks-Most sincerely
do I wish to thank our neighbors and friends for the many considerations and
kindnesses shown us during the illness and at the time of death of my dear
husband, Dennis Buskirk.
Mrs. Mattie Buskirk
Eberle, Elizabeth Eberle nee Pfalzgraf
Spirit of Democracy,
Mrs. Elizabeth Pfalzgrah was born in
She was confirmed and joined the Evangelical Church of
Middle Church at the age of 14. On February 5, 1865 the family moved to
In 1856 she was united in marriage to Gottlieb Eberle. To
this union were born nine daughters and three sons. Of these, six daughters and
the husband preceded her in death. She leaves to mourn her sad departure, three
daughters, besides a host of other relatives and friends.
She was always happy when she could help someone, denying
herself to give to others in need.
The surviving brothers and sisters are Louis Pfalzgraf of
near Parkersburg, W.Va.; George
Pfalzgraf of Lewisville; Mrs. Christina Brownfield of Antioch; Mrs. Eva
Christman of Lewisville R.1; and Mrs. Louise Keylor of Woodsfield R.2. The six
surviving children are; Geo. Eberle of Scottdale, Pa.; Mrs. John Gillespie and
Mrs. E.C. Beall of Woodsfield; John and Louis Eberle of Beallsville R.3; and
Mrs. John Erlewine of Marion, Indiana.
Services were conducted at the home of her daughter, Mrs.
J.H. Gillespie Tuesday noon by Rev. J.F. Cash of Woodsfield, also short
services were conducted at Asbury Chapel where she was laid to rest.
Among those from a distance in attendance at the funeral
are: Mrs. Christina Brownfield and son Frank of Antioch; George Pfalzgraf and
two daughters of Lewisville; Mr. and Mrs. Sam Christman and Mr. and Mrs. George
Christman of Woodsfield R.3; Mr. and Mrs. Geo. Eberle of Scottdale, Pa.; John
Goodhart of Summerfield R.1. The last two named are nieces of the deceased.
Not now, but in the coming years
It may be in a
We ll read the meaning of our tears
And there sometime
we ll understand.
Card of Thanks We desire to
express our thanks to all our neighbors and friends for their help and
expressions of kindness during the sickness and at the time of death of our
dear Mother. The Family of Elizabeth Eberle
Haueter, Felix Haueter, 2nd obit
Spirit of Democracy,
Felix Haueter was born in Steffisburg Canton Bern,
Switzerland, on December 31, 1846. Early in his life he was bereft of his
parents and was obliged to make his living among strangers. He was the youngest
of a family of twelve children.
In 1871 he came to this country and soon became a citizen.
For several years he worked in northern
In Susanna Berger he found a true, devoted Christian
companion and on January 17, 1877 they were happily married. God blessed this
union with two children.
For several years after being married he continued to go
north during the summer, since work was more plentiful there, and he was eager
to provide for a family. Then they bought a farm near
When the son was called by God to go into the ministry they
again gladly brought the sacrifice and retired from farm life, moving to the
In 1878 he united with the German M. E. Church at
Five years ago his life companion preceded him to the
Heavenly Home and he felt the loss keenly after sharing joy and sorrow together
for forty-six years. But his children, especially Miss Lena became a great
comfort to him.
This beautiful life came to an earthy end on January 12,
1929 at 12 o clock midnight. He continues to live in the lives who knew him.
His illness lasted but three days and his son from
He leaves Miss Lena of the home and Rev. O.E. Haueter of
Pryor, Isaac W. Pryor
Spirit of Democracy,
Isaac W. Pryor, son of Euphronius and Susan Pryor, was born
near the
On September 24, 1874 he was united in marriage with Rachel
A. McFrederick and to this union four children were born. One of these preceded
him to the grave in infancy.
Mr. Pryor united with the
While we are bowed with grief to that which is inevitable
the gloom should disperse and the scene change at the thought that he has
answered the call Come up Higher. For blessed are the dead which die in the
Lord from hence forth, yea saith the spirit that they may rest from labor and
their works do follow them.
Besides his widow he leaves to mourn his sad departure two
sons, Lawrence and Elmer of Kenmore; one daughter, Mrs. Carrie Haught of Paris,
Ohio; two sisters, Miss Elizabeth Pryor of Woodsfield and Mrs. Anna Farnesworth
of Ashland. Eleven grand-children, 6 great-grandchildren and a host of other
relatives and friends who survive him.

While we must perish as the flower
That fades and dies
to bloom no more;
The sweetest flower beyond the tomb
Remains in one
eternal bloom.
Its gates are pearl, eternal bloom
Smiles on our home
beyond the tomb;
Rivers of life there ever flow
Purer than flakes
of the following snow.
There are no aches, nor tears, nor sighs
In our sweet home
in paradise;
It shines with bright celestial light,
God and the Lamb
exclude the night.
This is the home for you and me.
Wilson, Juliette Wilson nee Walton
Spirit of Democracy,
Juliette Walton Wilson, the daughter of Jeremiah and
Margaret Walton was born December 10, 1858 at
She was the tenth child of a family of eleven children, all
of whom have preceded her to the Great Beyond except two sisters, Mrs. Margaret
Weber of
She was a kind wife, a loving mother and always interested
in the welfare of her home.
Funeral services were conducted at the home at 10:00
o clock Monday morning, Jan. 7, by the Rev. Arthur B. Mercer of the M.E. Church
of New Matamoras.
Riley, Mrs. C.J. Riley
Spirit of Democracy,
Mrs. C. J. Riley, aged 77, estimable citizen, succumbed to
infirmities at the home of her daughter, Mrs. W.P. Galbrath on
Surviving are her husband and four children; Mrs. C.H.
Holswade of Spencer, W.Va.; Thomas C. of New York City; J.C. of Los Angeles;
and Mrs. W.P. Galbraith of Woodsfield.
Brief services were conducted at the Galbraith home
Wednesday afternoon by Rev. J. F. cash and the remains taken to the late Riley
home at New Matamoras where concluding services will be held Thursday
afternoon. The remains will be laid to rest in the cemetery at
King, Mary King
Spirit of Democracy,
Mrs. Mary King died at her home near
Funeral services were held from the home of her daughter,
Mrs. O.A. Milhoan at
She is survived by two daughters and four sons; Mrs. Lucas
of Bethesda; Mrs. O.A. Milhoan of New Castle; Jack of Hunter; Alfred and Dallas
of New Castle and Leonard of Beallsville.
Her husband and one daughter preceded her in death.
Decker, Priscilla Decker
Spirit of Democracy,
Mrs. Priscilla Decker died Thursday at the home of her
grandson, Ora Decker on Beallsville route. Death was due to infirmities of old
age.
Funeral services were held Saturday afternoon with
interment in the cemetery at
Kimpton, John Lewis
Spirit of Democracy,
Word has been received of the death of John Lewis Kimpton
at his home in
King, Mrs. Albert King
Spirit of Democracy,
Mrs. Albert King of
Noll, John A. Noll
Spirit of Democracy,
John A. Noll, aged 83 years passed away at his home Sunday
at 1 o clock after a short illness of influenza and infirmities.
His wife
preceded him ten years ago and he is survived by four children; Mark of the
home; Orville of New Martinsville; Attorney R.M. Noll of
Funeral services were conducted at his late
home on Tuesday afternoon by Rev. H.W. Hales and interment was in the family
lot in The Emma Grove Cemetery. There were beautiful floral tributes.
Relatives from out of town attending
the funeral were: Mr. and Mrs. Fred Noll and children; Orville Noll of New
Martinsville; Robert Noll of
Walters, Christian Walters
Spirit of Democracy,
Christian Walters, a life long resident of
He leaves to mourn his loss three brothers and two sisters,
Nicholas of Shadyside; Sam of Clarington; William of Powhatan; Carrie Zessiger
and May Nicholas of Cleveland.
He was united in marriage to Lucinda Jane Caldwell
September 25, 1881, who preceded him to the Great Beyond May 2, 1926. To this
union were born 8 children; three departed this life in early childhood and
Carrie Walters Carpenter, March 1, 1920. Those surviving are Lulu Carpenter of Powhatan;
Retta Carle of Beallsville; Fern Rothenbuhler of Cameron; Emory at home;
sixteen grandchildren and a host of relatives and friends.
He was a kind and loving father, a splendid neighbor, a man
who loved to see his friends happy and prosperous.
In early life he became a member of the
The dear Lord s best interpreters,
Are humble,
human souls;
The gospel of a life
like his
Is more than
books or scrolls.
Robinson, Martha Robinson
Spirit of Democracy,
Mrs. Martha Robinson, aged 73 years, died Sunday January
20, at her home in Summerfield, death resulting from complications following a
fractured hip suffered last fall. She was the widow of the late John K.
Robinson, well known in southeastern
She is survived by the following children; Forrest of
London, O.; Mrs. Harry Snyder of Mechanicsburg; Clyde and Ramey of Stafford;
George of Dexter City; Mrs. Iva Masters of the home; Mrs. Wilburt Franklin and
Mrs. Swazey Dotson of Summerfield and R.R. Robinson of Summerfield.
The deceased was a daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Richard Gibson
and had spent her entire life in this community. She had been a member of the
Swazey M.E. Church since youth and retained membership although residing in
Summerfield for the past few years. Following brief services at the home
Tuesday afternoon the body was taken to the
McCaslin, Andrew Fulton McCaslin
Spirit of Democracy,
Andrew Fulton McCaslin was born February 3, 1855 and died
January 18, 1929, being at the time of his death 73 years, 11 months and 15
days of age. He was the son of John and Jane McCaslin, being one of the ten
children, all preceding him in death but one brother. He grew to manhood on the
farm near Laings where he was born.
In the year 1876 he was united in marriage to Margaret
Clegg. After marriage they began housekeeping on a farm near Altitude,
The Death Angel again visited his home in 1912 and took
from him his beloved wife and helpmate after which he spent the remainder of
his life with his daughter, Mrs. Katherine Fleahman of Woodsfield.
In early youth he gave his heart to God and united with the
Presbyterian Church of Laings remaining a member until death.
All that loving hands and medical aid could do toward
alleviating his suffering was in vain.
He leaves to mourn his death, one son and one daughter,
Charles and Katherine of Woodsfield; one brother James of Shadyside; three
grandchildren and three great-grandchildren besides a number of other relatives
and friends.
Funeral services were held at the late home and final
obsequies at the Presbyterian Church at Laings on Sunday, January 20, in charge
of Rev. G.E. Henderson of Beallsville. Interment in the
Mr. McCaslin was modest in disposition, and friendly by
nature. His home was one of kindly hospitality and is happily remembered by
many of our older citizens.
Card of Thanks-We desire to express our sincere
appreciation of the many kindnesses shown us by neighbors and friends during
the illness and at the time of the death of our dear father, Andrew McCaslin.
Mrs. Katherine Fleahman
Charles C. McCaslin
Buskirk, Dennis Buskirk
Spirit of Democracy,
In Memory of Dennis Buskirk
who died January 15, 1929
So let him sleep that dreamless sleep,
Our sorrows clustering around his head;
He lives with God he is not dead.
Be comforted, ye loved who weep.
Once again Death hath summoned a Brother Odd Fellow, and
the golden gateway to the
AND WHEREAS, The all-wise and merciful Father has called
our beloved and respected Brother home,
AND WHEREAS, He having been a true and faithful Brother of
our Mystic Order, therefore be it
RESOLVED, That Woodsfield Lodge No. 377 I.O.O.F.,
Green be his memory, in the Order s heart
He loved so well, through all his true life s span
Blessed be his rest, who acted well his part
Who honor d God in doing good to man.
M.M.
McCOMAS
E.L.
LYNCH
R.M.
GRAHAM
Committee
Thomas, Lucy Thomas nee Stevens, 2nd obit
Spirit of Democracy,
Mrs. Lucy Thomas, aged 75 years, died Friday evening,
January 19, at her home four miles north of Summerfield, after a lingering
illness of rheumatism. She was a daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Samuel
Stevens and had been a lifelong resident of this place. She was a member of the
Palestine Christian Church for a number of years and was highly respected by
all who knew her.
In addition to her husband, she is survived by one
foster-daughter, Mrs. H. M. Guiler of
Funeral services were held Sunday afternoon at the home and
burial was made in the
Yockey,unnamed infantYockey
Spirit of Democracy,
The sympathy of the community is extended to Mr. and Mrs.
C. E. Yockey in the death of their first born, a son, Tuesday.[sic-Monday]
Brief services were held at the late home Tuesday afternoon
and burial was made in
[ Stillborn, unnamed, d. Jan.
28, 1929]
Warfield, Anna Blanche Warfield
Spirit of Democracy,
Mrs. Anna Blanche Warfield, 54, died Friday afternoon at
1:30 o clock at the
Surviving are her husband Charles Warfield; five sons,
Roscoe, Louis and Ward of Barnesville; Alden and Elden of Steubenville, Ohio;
six daughters, Mrs. Elsie Creighton of Barnesville; Mrs. Dortha Gearling of
Wheeling; and Mildred, Helen and Mary at home; her mother Mrs. Telitha Stewart
of Canton and two sisters, Mrs. Lon Beyers of Indian Valley, Idaho and Mrs.
Emma Phillips of Barnesville.
The body was removed to the McCoy Funeral Home on
Fifteenth-st., and later sent to the family home in Barnesville. Funeral
services were conducted there Monday afternoon with Rev. W.C. Patterson of the
Noll, John A. Noll, 2nd obit
Spirit of Democracy,
John A. Noll, aged 82 years, well known in the
Mr. Noll was born at
Mrs. Noll, who was Miss Virginia A. Thompson, died eight
years ago, after which the deceased lived on the farm with his son, Mark Noll.
Surviving are three sons and a daughter; R.M. Noll of
Funeral services were held at the home on Tuesday at 3:00
p.m. Interment was made in
Wagner, Edward Wagner
Spirit of Democracy,
Edward Wagner, one of
Mr. Wagner had survived an attack of influenza, contracted
last December 28, and developing into bronical pneumonia, only to succumb to a
break-down suffered only a few days ago. He died at 12:15 o clock. He was in
his seventy-third year.
At one time Mr. Wagner operated in
He had lived in
Keen business
ability and a most modern method of conducting his steadily expanding trade
accounted in great measure for his unusual success. The large new building at
the corner of
In April 1928, the
wholesale grocery firm was discontinued and Mr. Wagner organized the Edward
Wagner Fireproof Storage Company.
He was united in
marriage October 15, 1878 with Miss Louisa Martin of
Mr. Wagner had been a staunch member of
Surviving in addition to his wife are two son, Edward F.
and Ralph A. Wagner, both of Wheeling and four daughters; Mrs. Edward A. Mauery
of Clarington, Ohio; Miss Rena M. Wagner at home and Mrs. Paul E. Robertson and
Mrs. Frank E. Poindexter of Wheeling. Remaining also are six grandchildren;
three brothers, Charles F. and William J. Schaffer, of Gainsville, Fla., and Everett F. Schaffer
of Paden City, W.Va., and five sisters;
Mrs. Jacob J. Rothlesberger and Mrs. Edward A. Oneacre, both of New Martinsville;
Mrs. William Walters and Mrs. Fred Jenny of Clarington and Mrs. L.D. Mayhall of
Cleveland.
Funeral services were held at 2:30 o clock Saturday
afternoon at his late residence,
Davies, William Jacob Davies
Spirit of Democracy,
William Jacob Davies of South of Bethesda died Friday, Jan.
18, of pneumonia following a case of influenza.
He was born near
In 1881 he was married to Ida M. Armstrong of
They are James Davies of
The funeral services were conducted Monday afternoon, Jan.
21 at Mt. Horeb Church, Rev. W.C. Patterson of Bethesda officiating. The widow
and two sons were not able to attend on account of sickness.
Strickler, Emily Virginia Strickler
Spirit of Democracy,
The death of Miss Emily Virginia Strickler, 62, better
known to her many friends as Aunt Jane, occurred at the home of Mr. and Mrs.
A. G. Ross of
Death was attributed to heart trouble, the deceased having
been ill from that disease for the past seven weeks.
Miss Strickler was a member of the
Surviving her are two sisters-in-law, Mrs. Dean Strickler
of Shadyside and Mrs. Anna Strickler of Coshocton, also the following nephews;
Charles W., of Ozark; Earl of Maryland; Alfred of Chester, Pa; Ray of Neffs and
J. Bert Strickler of Bellaire, also Isaac Hammond of Wheeling, in addition to
many other relatives and friends.
The funeral was held from Grafton, Bauknecht, Mellott
Funeral Home Thursday afternoon at 3:00 o clock, Rev. Joseph B. Edie, pastor of
the
Dillon, Elisha Dillon
Spirit of Democracy,
Elisha Dillon, deceased, son of Henry and Sarah Jane
Dillon, was born May 29, 1881 and departed this life Jan. 8, 1929, a victim of
influenza and pneumonia.
He leaves to mourn their loss his beloved wife Bessie, one
daughter, Eunice and one son, Carl Henry; also his aged father, three brothers;
Daniel D., Charles Mason and Clarence; two sisters; Eunice Juanita Cline of
Akron and Carrie Jane Cline of Graysville and many other relatives and friends.
He joined the Christian Union Church at Low Gap in 1906 and
has strived to make his life correspond with his profession. Lash as we all
called him was a kind and loving husband and father, a true friend to all and
will be sadly missed by the community, his neighbors and all who knew him.
Funeral services were held at the home January 10th, Rev. Arthur
Weddle officiating. Interment was made in
Card of Thanks-We desire to thank our friends and
relatives for their many deeds of kindness and sympathy shown us during the
sickness and at the time of the death of our dear husband and father. Bessie Dillon and Children
Grossenbacher, Johnnie J. Grossenbacher
Spirit of Democracy,
Once more the Death Angel has visited our vicinity and
taken from our midst Johnnie Jacob, son of Mr. and Mrs. E.T. Grossenbacher of
near Rittman. Johnnie was born on October 18, 1926 and died January 10, 1929,
aged 2 years, 2 months and 22 days.
He leaves to mourn, his sorrowful parents; three brothers;
three sisters and a host of relatives and friends. One younger brother was
called on December 24 last, and one brother and one sister have preceded him in
death.
His death was caused by a complications of diseases
lasting two weeks. His struggle was a
hard but futile one. Johnnie was a good child during his entire illness. All
that loving hands could do was done to relieve his suffering.

The Golden Gates were open,
A gentle voice said
Come
And with farewell unspoken,
He calmly entered
home. E.R.B.
Card of Thanks-The parents wish to express their
sincere appreciation to all their neighbors and friends who so kindly assited
them during the sickness and at the time of the death of their beloved son,
Johnnie Jacob. Mr. and Mrs. E.T. Grossenbacher and Family
King, Mrs. Albert King
Spirit of Democracy,
Mrs. Albert King of
Smith, Mrs. Madison Smith
Spirit of Democracy,
Mrs. Madison Smith, aged 69, died Friday at her home near
Edwina. Besides her husband, she is survived by two children; Herman of
Wheeling and Edith of the home.
Funeral services were held Sunday at
the Hartshorn Church of Christ conducted by Rev. H.H. Adamson of Woodsfield. R. 3 last Friday of pneumonia. She leaves three
sons and one daughter. Funeral services were conducted at the home, where she
was born and spent her entire life, last Sunday morning by Rev. Henry Hines.
Interment in the
Lucinda Mercer
nee Gump
Source: The Wetzel Democrat, Tyler
County, West Virginia Obituaries, VOL I, page 107
Lucinda Gump Mercer was born Dec. 10, 1884 [this would have to be an
error since she would have to have been born in 1844 to make the following
dates correlate], and departed this life Dec. 31, 1927, being 83 years, 11 days
of age. She was married twice. First to Jacob Mercer in 1860, and to this union
one son Wm. Edward Mercer of New Martinsville was born. Jacob Mercer, the first
husband, was killed in the Civil War in 1862. She then married John W. Mercer
Dec. 17, 1865 and to this union seven children were born: six sons and one
daughter, namely: Martin and Samuel, deceased, Jos. and J.A. Mercer of New Martinsville,
Phillip Mercer of Moundsville, Jeremiah Mercer of Woodland and Mrs. Pearl B.
Mercer of Paden City. Her husband John W. Mercer, preceded her to the beyond in
March 1924.
The deceased united with the
She leaves to mourn her passing five sons, one daughter, forty-six grand
children, two great grand children, two brothers Edward Gump of Glendon, W.Va,
and Philip Gump of Mannington, W.Va. Interment was
made in the Mercer cemetery.
Mrs. Hannah Burkhart died
October 4, at her home near Burkhart, age 91 years, 8 months. Born February 8, 1836 in
She leaves to mourn her loss
two aged brothers, Elias and Simon Kuhn of Burkhart. She was a loving, faithful mother leaving
four daughters and eight sons as follows: John Burkhart of Temperanceville,
Ohio; Mrs. Mary A. Weisend, Mrs. Barbara F. Weisend, Jacob J. Burkhart and Nicholas
Burkhart of Kuhn, Ohio; Mrs. John Haren and Elias Burkhart of Ozark, Ohio;
Simon Burkhart and Mrs. Jacob Burkhart of Miltonsburg, Ohio; George A. Burkhart
of Marr, Ohio; Anton P., Joseph W. Burkhart at the home.
In addition to this
unusually large family of children, 65 grandchildren and 92 great grandchildren
survive.
Hannah Burkhart was a devoted member of the Roman
Catholic Church, a loving, faithful mother and highly respected. She will be sadly missed by the many who knew
and honored her.
Well attended funeral
service were conducted by Rev. Father Campbell on Thursday, October 6.
Interment in
The deceased Thomas Witten Bowen was born in
Joining
the Union forces early in the war he served 4 years in
He
is survived by 6 boys and 3 girls. Leander, Fred, Edward, Raymond, Lewis and
William Bowen. Mrs. Ella Carr, Mrs. Bessie Buck and Mrs. Rena Hoskinson. Also
31 grandchildren and 2 greatgrandchildren.
He
was taken seriously sick Saturday May 14, 1927 and
died Thursday May 19, 1927 at 2:30 p.m. He prayed continuously at the end to be
relieved of his suffering.
Funeral
services were held at the home in
Source: The Noble
The
death of Richard Carpenter, aged eighty-five years, a well known and high esteemed
resident of the Batesville community occurred at eight o'clock Thursday evening
following a long illness. The funeral was held Sunday afternoon from the
Batesville M. E. Church with services conducted by the pastor Rev. R. D. Ames.
Interment was made in the
He
is survived by his wife, three sons and one daughter.
Source: NINETEENTH CENTURY RECORDS OF
Mrs. Royden Harper born Nina Stalder; b
16 Oct 1887 at Calais, Monroe Co., OH; d 27Aug 1927 in Barnesville, OH;
survived by husband and 6 children, also father and mother, Mr. and Mrs. Fred
Stalder; a member of the Reformed Church of Lewisville (Stark Co.) OH where she
had resisted* with her family; services at the Stalder home at Miltonsburg,
interment in
*Submitter's Note: Perhaps they meant resided.
1928 Return to Top of Page
and Index of Years
Barbara E. Crawford, (nee Pfalzgraf)
The Spirit of Democracy Issue: Woodsfield, Ohio, January 1928
There comes a time in every home when its occupants must
experience the deep sadness and innumerable heartaches that accompany the grim
reaper, Death, which in spite of kind treatment and all that willing hands can
do thrusts its unwelcome sickle here and there and plucks from earth its chosen
victims.
Shortly after noon on January 9, 1928, our Heavenly Father
in whose hand is held dominion over life and death, called to peaceful rest,
the soul of Barbara Rubel Crawford (nee Pfalzgraf), her death being due to a
hemorrhage.
The deceased was born in
She was confirmed and joined the Evangelical church at
In 1865, she was united in marriage to Jacob Rubel, who
preceded her to the Great Beyond in 1883. To this union were born five
children, Mrs. Joseph Betts, of near
In 1886, she was united in marriage to G. W. Crawford. To
this union was born one daughter Mrs. C. F. Betts of the home.
Besides the husband and children she is survived by four
sisters, Mrs. Elizabeth Eberle, of Woodsfield; Mrs. Eva Christman of near
Lewisville, Ohio; Mrs. Fred Keylor of Edwina, Ohio; Mrs. Christina Brownfield
of near Antioch, Ohio; two brothers, Lewis Pfalzgraf of Rockport, West
Virginia, and George Pfalzgraf of near Lewisville; 40 grandchildren and 27
great grandchildren.
Added to these are many more relatives and a host of friends to mourn her
departure.
Kindly and generous in hart she was beloved by everyone,
denying herself to give to those in need.
Services were held at the home on Wednesday afternoon by the
Reverend Weber of
A precious one from us has gone
A voice we love is stilled.
A place is vacant in our home
That never can be
filled. --B. D. R.
Sarah Elizabeth Hartshorn nee
The Spirit of Democracy Issue:
Sarah Elizabeth Gardner was born near Creighton ridge,
She was united in marriage to Eugene B. Hartshorn July 16, 1899. To this union
five children were born. Three of these namely Harry R, Edmond C. and Carrie
L. preceded the mother to the Spirit world. Mr. Hartshorn died August
21, 1905.
Three years ago she made a profession of her Savior and was
baptized into the
Funeral services in charge of H. H. Adamson were held at
Walter A. Hettig
Newspaper clipping Issue: May, 1928
Funeral services for Walter Hettig, aged 34 years, 5 months
and 18 days, veteran of the World War, who died Wednesday evening, May 9, 1928,
at his Lewisville home following a brief illness of pneumonia, were held at the
Middle Church north of Lewisville Sunday afternoon. Walter was born November 21,
1893, in
He was a son of Henry Hettig
and Eva Matz Hettig who survive him as do also two sisters, Miss Caroline
Hettig of Cincinnati, and Miss Margaret Hettig at home, and one brother Mark
Hettig of Cleveland.
Lewis N. Pfalzgraf
Newspaper clipping Issue: Woodsfield, Ohio, June 1928
Lewis N. Pfalzgraf, son of John and Katherine Pfalzgraf, was
born February 16, 1874, and departed this life June 30, 1928, being at that
time 54 years, 4 months and 14 days old.
He was united in marriage with Martha Walton McKelvey on
April 2, 1901. In September 1901 he identified himself with the United
Presbyterian Church at Pleasant Ridge remaining a faithful and consistent member
until his death. He was active in the capacity of Elder for 24 years rendering
willingly to the work of God his time, his means and himself.
Surviving his wife Martha Pfalzgraf, three sons and two
daughters, Clarence McKelvey and John Pfalzgraf, of round Bottom, Ohio,
Raymond, of the home; Mrs. Ethel Parker, of Ravenna, Ohio, and Mrs. Vada
Hunnell, of Round Bottom. Also four sisters and five brothers survive him, Mrs.
Barbara Walton, of Round Bottom; Jacob Pfalzgraf, of Coyle, Oklahoma; John
Pfalzgraf, of Clarington, Ohio; Mrs. Louise Metzer, of Pittsburgh,
Pennsylvania; Charles A. Pfalzgraf, of Clarington; Mrs. Christina
Christman, of Arlington, Texas; Samuel E. Pfalzgraf, of Cameron, Ohio; Miss
Mary E. Pfalzgraf, of boulder, Colorado; and Benjamin Pfalzgraf, of Greely,
Ohio.
Henry Michael Brubach
Newspaper clipping Issue:
The spirit of Henry Michael Brubach left his earthly body on
the afternoon of September the twelfth, 1928 of apoplexy, after having spent 54
years and ten months during its earthly sojourn. He was born in
Not withstanding his affliction throughout life, his conduct
bespoke the influence of a Christian home, and during his last few months when
illness made life less worthwhile for him, be understood and wished for the
better life in the Heavenly Home.
He is survived by his parents, Karl and Margauerite Matz
Brubach, of Summit township, his sister, Mrs. Henry Claus and a brother-in-law,
Henry Claus; three nephews: Everett, Walter, and Emil Claus and a niece Hulda
Claus, besides many other relatives and friends. Interment was made in the
The sands of time are sinking,
The dawn of Heaven breaks
The summer morn I ve sighed for,
The fair sweet morn awakes.
O dark hath been the midnight,
But day spring is at hand,
And glory, glory dwelleth
In Emmanuel s land.
William Hudson Hoskinson, son of Jeremiah and Sarah Hoskinson, was born December
14, 1863 near
Patterson, Clara Patterson
SOURCE: Miscellaneous Early Indiana Obituaries
Provided by
Hughes, Uriah Hughes
Source:
The Spirit of Democracy, dated April 25, 1928
Provided by Lena Kahrig Pettit, typed by Betty Lendon Matson
Uriah Hughes, son of Benjamin
and Elizabeth Hughes, a prominent pioneer family famous in connection with the
historical Underground Railroad of slavery times was born in Woodsfield, Ohio
May 28, 1842; and completed his earthly life, April 19, 1928 being 85 years, 10
months and 12 days old.
He was baptized in the Christian
faith by Rev. C. W. Danford at
He enlisted in
Uriah, born in Woodsfield spent
his early life in that vicinity, moving to a farm near
Veteran Hughes had been a
partial invalid for a number of years. In January 1927, he unfortunately fell
sustaining injuries that in a few days confined him to his room. He suffered
much during the last few days; yet he exhibited the soldier's endurance with
few complaints, his patience at times reaching almost the sublime.
Mr. Hughes was the last one of
the family of twelve children to receive the Devine call that his life's work
was ended. Two, of the children Walter and Mary, died in infancy. The
following, Albert, David, William, Thomas, Allen, Theodore,
James, Winifred and Elizabeth growing to manhood and womanhood.
Uriah Hughes was united in
marriage to Maria, daughter of John and Rebekah Barnett, November 18,
1875. Three children were given to bless the home. The son, William B.
Hughes died April 15, 1906. He leaves to mourn, a wife and two daughters,
Mrs. Bertha Quigley, of Columbus; and Mrs. Martha A. Knapp of New
Philadelphia; six grandchildren, Charles W. and Donald U. Hughes, Mrs. William
Shaw, Willene and Gerald Quigley and Ruth Knapp. Three grandchildren have
preceded him in death; Mildred, Wilma and Winifred Hughes. The great
grandchildren are Mildred, Charlotte Mae and William Hughes, also
Hughes Shaw, all of
We need not eulogize Mr. Hughes
character, it has lived and will continue to live with honor in this community
where he has spent his entire life.
Funeral services were conducted
by a former pastor, Rev. S.G. Suitor of Byesville, at
Joel Jones was born on April
1853 and departed this life on April 3, 1928, being at the time 75 years of
age.
early youth he obeyed the Gospel and during
his life on earth showed his love for Christ by humble obedience to His
commandments.
He was married to Miss
Martha Thomas on December 30, 1883. He loved his wife as Christ loved the
Church.
His presence on this earth
will be greatly missed by all who knew him.
Left to mourn his death are the
following; his wife and six children; Mrs. Roy Myers, Belmont, Ohio; Everett
Jones, McMechen, W.Va.; Orville Jones, Wheeling, W.Va.; Roy, Anna and Homer of
the home, one grandson and a host of relatives and friends.
Funeral services were
conducted by R. E. Taylor at West Union Thursday morning, April 5, and the body
was laid to rest in the
Joel Jones A second obituary
Woodsfield. April 9 Funeral
services for Joel Jones aged 75, who died at his home near here, on April 3,
were conducted Thursday at the
The deceased was a son of
Daniel and Sarah Jones and was born and reared in
He
was a loyal and faithful church worker.
Source: Princeton Telegraph, Princeton, Mercer Co.,
Old Resident Dies Near
Seaberry Ford Maring, son of Nicholas and Hannah Maring,
was born in
When a small boy he came to
In the year 1869 he was united in marriage with Reta Belle
Kinkade at Exline, where they resided for several years.
In 1880 they moved with their family to the farm near
To this union seven children were born, one dying in
infancy at the age of four months, Lawrence Ford Maring. The rest of the
children, with the wife and mother, survive. They are: John N. Maring,
Centerville, Iowa; Thomas Maring, near Lucerne, Mo.; Charles Maring, Wichita,
Kans.; Mrs. Florence Snyder, Lucerne, Mo.; Mrs. Laura Hickman, near Lucerne,
Mo.; and Fred Maring, Lucerne. He also leaves one sister, Mrs. Nancy
Clinkenbeard of
With the passing of Mr. Maring a home that had remained
intact for over 59 years, with the exception of the infant son, is broken. He
was a home loving man, devoting all his attention and efforts towards proving a
Home wherein peace, comfort and happiness should reign supreme, insofar as he
was able to accomplish this end.
A man without enemies, a believer in the power of a supreme
Being to do at all times that which was best, with a sublime faith in God and
his fellow man, his passing marks the laying down of another life of which it
can truthfully be said: "He hath done what he could."
The funeral of Mr. Maring was conducted from the Lucerne
Christian Church Thursday, Sept. 27, by Rev. R. W. Blunt of
Source:
Emma Jane, daughter of E. S. and Sarah
E. Kinkade, was born in Stark Co.,
She confessed her faith in Christ and
united with the Christian Church in early girlhood.
When she was a small child she moved
with her parents to
In 1877 she was united in marriage with
James M. Wadmore, and to this union was born two children, one son who died in
infancy, and Sidney E., who lives near Neeper.
She was also foster mother to her niece and nephew, Jennie and Paul
Kinkade, both deceased.
She leaves to mourn her departure her
loving husband, and daughter, Mrs. Sidney Walker, four grandchildren, Greta,
Cecil, Mable and Eleanor Walker, and four foster grandchildren, Leland,
Christy, Robert and Dorsey Kinkade; four brothers, B.F. and her twin Edgar, of
Kahoka, Mo., W. S. of Wyaconda; Charlie, of Spokane, Wash.; and Eben of El
Reno, Okla.; three sisters, Mrs. Cynthia Messnier of Dodge City, Kans.; Mrs.
Catherine Donnelly and Mrs. Rachel Dixon of Kahoka; besides a host of other
relatives and friends.
Mrs. Wadmore was kind and gentle, and
loved by all who knew her.
Funeral services were conducted Friday
morning at eleven o'clock at the Neeper church, with L. H. West, pastor of the
Kahoka Christian Church in charge.
Interment was at the
Source: The Pilgrim,
Herman L. Schell was born May 14, 1866,
Miltonsburg,
Source: The Pilgrim,
Jacob Adam Peters was born in
On December 22, 1881, he was married to
Narcissus Gaff. To this union were born
three children, Alice at home; Vida, who passed away on April 8, 1909, and
Louise, wife of Rev. Clare L. Van Metre of Hays,
When Mr. Peters was 17 years of age he
united with the German Reformed church in
Funeral services were held at the M.E.
church in
Source: The Pilgrim,
Mrs. Schell went to a
Miss Christenia Wiest was born in south
In the year 1896 she was confirmed by
Rev. Hoffer at
The funeral service was held at the
Congregational church Sunday afternoon, Rev. Isaac Cassel officiating. J.S. Robertson and Mrs. Henry Packard sang,
accompanied by Mrs.W. O. Boesiger. The
pallbearers were Henry Wise, Wm. Givens, Henry Doolittle, J.R. Price, J.T.
McPherson and Jim Cauthers. Interment
was in
Card of Thanks.
We extend sincere thanks to our friends
and neighbors for the kind sympathy and beautiful floral contributions during
the illness and death of our loved wife and mother.
JAMES SCHEEL** and FAMILY.
MR. and MRS. G.F.
GEISTLINGER.
Submitter's Notes:
* The birth date in this article,
January 1st, 1928, is an error. She was
born in 1881.
** SCHEEL is a typographical error;
should be SCHELL
Schafer, Ivy Jane Pugh Schafer
Source:
MRS. GEO. SCHAFER DIES AT BELLAIRE
Schafer , Mrs. Ivy Jane , 63, died Saturday evening
at 5 o'clock at her home, Route No. 2, Bellaire. Death was reported due to
complications incident to advanced age. Mrs. Schafer had been a resident of
Bellaire for the past 25 years.
She is survived by her husband, George Schafer; her
aged mother, Mrs. Sarah Pugh; three daughters, Mrs. Freda Baker, of Bellaire;
Mrs. Vera Keyser, of Bellaire, and Miss Elizabeth, at home; one son-in-law, Dr.
Earl A. Schafer, of Bellaire; four sisters, Mrs. Alveratta Fraley, of Oklahoma;
Mrs. Hannah Rothenbuhler, of Cameron, O.; Mrs. Anna Hoppon, of Bellaire, O.,
Mrs. Airzona Strickler, of Okark, O., and three brothers, Elmer, of
Businessburg, O.; Adolph, of Ozark, O., and Walter, of Canton. Funeral services
will be conducted from the home on Wednesday morning at 10 o'clock, with Rev.
B. F. Leach, pastor of the Christian church of Somerton, O., in charge.
Following the services from the home the body will be taken to Somerton, O.,
where services will be conducted at the Christian church at 1:30 o'clock
Wednesday afternoon, with Rev. Leach in charge.
Stephen, Mary Elizabeth Stephen (nee-Miller)
Spirit of Democracy,
Mary
Elizabeth Stephen, daughter of Rhoda and Peter Miller, was born in
To
this union were born twelve children: Rosalie Powell, Batesville; Mary Massi
Clinton, Missouri; infant, deceased; Johnathan, deceased; Rachel King,
Summerfield; Julia Mercer, Summerfield; Jenny Percilla, Zanesville; John
Stephen, Calais; Lillie Wehr, Somerton; Josie, deceased; Oscar Stephen,
Summerfield; and Earl Stephen, Kuhn.
She is also survived by one brother, Joe Miller,
Woodsfield; one sister, Jennie Litmarsh, Chattanooga, Tenn., forty-two
grandchildren, and seventeen great-grandchildren.
She united with the
Ollom, Harriet Ollom
Spirit of Democracy,
Mrs. Harriet Ollom passed away on Monday,
December 17, at her home near Clarington in her 88th year. Her
husband Adam H. Ollom passed away about 20 years ago.
Five
sons and 17 grandchildren survive, aside from many other relatives and friends.
Her maiden name was Atkinson.
Mrs.
Ollom had lived about this community and
During
the past five years she had been confined to home and bed, having lost her
eyesight and being physically unable to care for herself. Her son Wesley had
been the caretaker of the home during this time.
Mrs.
Ollom while blind and bed-fast enjoyed the company of those who chose to call
at the home and chat with her. Her thought was more for the enjoyment of others
and while her death is a shock to relatives, friends and the community, it is a
passing to a Rest of Peace and Happiness.
Funeral
services were held at the
Card of Thanks We desire to thank all those who so kindly assisted us
during the illness and after the death of our dear mother, Harriet Ollom. Also
we extend our thanks to the minister, the choir and to those who furnished
autos. We feel grateful to all alike. Her Sons
Spirit of Democracy,
The death of John A. Tschappat 68, well known resident of
Shadyside, occurred at his home on
Mr. Tschappat was born in Clarington and had resided in
Bellaire and Shadyside for the past 40 years. He was very well known and was a
member of the Bellaire Christian Church.
Surviving him are his wife, Mrs. Claudin Tschappat and the
following children: William and Reuben of Bellaire; Dr. John Tschappat of
The funeral services were held from the late home Monday
afternoon at 2:30 o clock. Rev. B.F. Leach, minister of the Bellaire Christian
Church was in charge. Interment was in the
Christy,
Spirit of Democracy,
Edmond Robert Christy, son of Thomas Jay Christy and Nettie Carpenter Christy was
born December 16, 1915 and departed this life December 11, 1928, being at the
time of his death 12 years, 11 months and 25 days of age. He was a member of
the 7th grade at
He
was accidentally injured Saturday, Dec. 8th, and was immediately
rushed to the Martins Ferry Hospital where all that medical skill and loving
hands could do was gladly done for him , but God Knew best and called him to a
land where he will know no more of sorrow and pain.
He
leaves to mourn his departure, his father, mother, two sisters, two
grandmothers, two grandfathers and a host of other relatives and friends. One
brother dying in infancy will greet
Not
now but in the coming years
It may be in the
We ll
read the meaning of our tears
And there, yes there, we ll understand.
Card of Thanks We, the family,
desire to take this means to thank all our friends and neighbors who have so
freely aided us in this great sorrow, and especially the
Lovett, Mrs. Charles Lovett
Spirit of Democracy,
Woodsfield, dated, December 26, 1928
Mrs. Charles Lovett died Thursday morning at the family home in
She leaves to mourn her loss, a husband, two sons and one
daughter, besides a number of relatives and friends.
Mrs. Lovett was a woman of many fine qualities and will be
greatly missed.
Comer, William J. Comer
Spirit of Democracy,
Friends of the family received word here today (Wednesday)
Dec.26th of the death of W. J. Comer of
Clarington Independent
Rath, Chas. Rath
Hammer, Ella H. Hammer
Spirit of Democracy,
Together in Death
Mrs. Sophia Rath 78, died late Saturday from influenza and
in a near-bed at the same hospital, her husband, Chas. Rath, 79 died Sunday,
unaware of the death of his wife. Rath succumbed to the same illness.
Death also claimed Mrs. Ella H. Hammer, who succumbed to
pneumonia. The shock of her death Sunday took the life of her mother, Mrs.
Abigail Grant, 89.
Reed, George W. Reed
Source-Spirit of Democracy,
Death Takes Mayor of
Barnesville
Barnesville, O.-Dec.31.-The death of Mayor George W. Reed
61, occurred at his home here on
Mayor Reed was born in
Mr. Reed was first elected mayor of Barnesville in November
1925 and was re-elected in 1927. He is survived by one son, George Reed, Jr.
Funeral services were held at the
As a result of the death of Mayor Reed, Walter Outland will
have one year to serve Mayor Reed s Term, which expires January 1, 1930. Mr.
Outland was sworn in Friday afternoon by Solicitor, J.H. Chaney.
Carpenter, Mrs. J.W. Carpenter
Spirit of Democracy,
Mrs. J.W. Carpenter 73, of
Weisend, Sophia Weisend (nee-Buss)
Spirit of Democracy,
The Angel of Death came quietly Sunday morning, December 23
and took her home above another pioneer settler of
Miss Sophia Buss was born March 28, 1856,in Greenland,
On January 20, 1885 she was married at
Mrs. Valentine Weisend was a most devoted wife and mother,
an ideal homemaker, a true neighbor and a devout and active member of St.
Bridgets Catholic Church. One of her greatest pleasures was to render service
to her church, in both its religious and social phases. She was ever foremost
in promoting its interests and never shirked an obligation. Mrs. Weisend led a
most exemplary life of service and her absence will be deeply felt not only in
her immediate home circle but among her many devoted friends and neighbors.
We have loved her in life, let us not forget her in death
by St. Ambrose.
Mrs. Weisend will be kindly remembered by the older people
as she formerly resided at
Grossenbacher, Frederick Lester Grossenbacher
Spirit of Democracy,
Frederick Lester, infant son of Mr. and Mrs. E.T.
Grossenbacher of
He was stricken with bronchitis in November from which he
never fully recovered when tubercular meningitis made its appearance and his
desperate fight only lasted a few days when death called him home. All that
loving hands could possibly do was done but all of no avail.
He leaves to mourn his departure his grief-stricken
parents, three sisters, four brothers and a host of other relatives and
friends. One brother preceded him in death.
Funeral services were held at the
Those who attended the funeral from a distance were:
Charles and Thomas Grossenbacher, Fred and Wm. Hinderlong and Orville Bayes of
Mansfield; Mr. and Mrs. Alfred Berger and son Harry Melvin Hinderlong and Mrs.
Wm. Ingold of
Card of Thanks
We wish to express our sincere appreciation to all our neighbors and
friends who so kindly assisted us during the sickness and at the time of the
death of our darling son, Frederick Lester.
Mr. and Mrs. E.T. Grossenbacher
and Family
Spirit of Democracy,
The body of Mrs. Martha Buckingham 87, former
Besides Mrs. McMillan, the deceased is survived by the
following children: Mrs. Leona Brummelle, Summerfield; Mrs. J.L. Danford,
Burdette,
Hoskinson, Paul Homer Hoskinson
Spirit of Democracy,
Again the Angel of Death has visited our community and
taken from the home of Mr. and Mrs. Oliver Hoskinson their infant son Paul
Homer. He was born December 25, 1928 being only two days at the time of his
death.
Little Homer s life was very short. He came to bring
Christmas cheer which was soon blighted when God called him home to that land
where sickness and trouble never come.
He leaves to mourn his sad departure, father, mother, four
sisters and three brothers, besides a host of other relatives and friends.
Short services were conducted at the home by H.L. Ward after which the body was
taken to Mt. Carrick where funeral services were conducted by Rev. Danford and
the remains were laid to rest in Mt. Carrick Cemetery to await the coming of
Him who said Suffer the little children to come unto Me for of such is the
Kingdom of Heaven
Here
on earth a little rosebud
Perished under death s cold hand,
But
it s blooming over yonder
In that Holy happy land.
We shall
miss him sadly, sadly miss him,
There will be one vacant chair,
But
the angels, they will kiss him
When he enters Heaven so fair.
Grandmother
Spirit of Democracy,
Mrs. Louise Snyder received a telegram that her brother,
Ernest Neuhart of
He leaves a wife, one son Clem of Chicago, Ill.; five
brothers as follows: Will of Pittsburgh, PA.; Fritz of Donora, PA.; George of
A brother Edward of Pittsburgh, died October 4th.
Spirit of Democracy,
Mrs. Julia Ann Boughner 71, well known Bellaire resident
died Monday afternoon at 3:30 o clock at the family home,
She is survived by her husband, Wash Boughner; four
children, Mrs. June Kimes of Rose Hill; Mrs. Lucille Porter, Herman and William
Boughner of Bellaire; fifteen grandchildren; one brother, John Roemer of
Clarington, Ohio; one sister, Mrs. Mary King of Bellville, Ohio.
Interment was made in
Spirit of Democracy,
Mrs. William Smith died Monday, December 31 at the home of
of her daughter, Mrs. James Cain, of Clarington, Route 2 in her 100th
year.
Her home was in New Martinsville but she had been spending
several weeks at Clarington when she became ill and passed away peacefully. Short
services were held at the Cain home Tuesday, the remains were then taken to
Bens Run,
Lovett, Ruth Anna Lovett (nee-Blair)
Spirit of Democracy,
Ruth Anna Lovett was born in
On December 4, 1900 she was united in marriage to Charles
F. Lovett and to this union were born four children; Forrest, Heber and Mary,
one child dying in infancy.
She leaves to mourn her sad departure, her husband; two
sons; one daughter; father and mother; two sisters and six brothers; besides a
host of other relatives and friends.
In early life she united with the Christian Union Church
and remained a faithful member until her death.
Funeral services were held at the
Card of Thanks We
wish to extend our thanks to our neighbors and friends for their kindness and
sympathy during the illness and at the time of the death of our dear wife and
mother, Ruth Anna Lovett. We also wish to
thank Rev. Weddle for his words of comfort. Husband and Children
Spirit of Democracy,
Mrs. F.C. Dye died Sunday morning December 30 at the family
home in
Funeral services were held at the
Card of Thanks
We desire to express our thanks to all our neighbors and
friends for their help and expressions of kindness during the sickness and at
the time of the death of our beloved wife and mother. F. C. Dye and Sons
Smith, Mary Ann Smith (nee-Stephens)
Spirit of Democracy,
Mary Ann Stephens Smith, daughter of Ben and Mary Stephens
was born October 24, 1845 and died December 29,1928 being at the time of her
death 83 years, 2 months and 5 days of age.
She was united in marriage with Daniel Smith in 1866 and to
this union six children were born, four daughters and two sons.
One son and two daughters preceded their mother to that
Great Beyond. She leaves to mourn her sad loss; one son, James Smith of
Houston, Texas; two daughters; Mrs. Laura Morris of Massillon, Ohio and Mrs.
Jessie Wilson of Hendrysburg, Ohio; also nine grandchildren and five great
grandchildren and a host of other relatives and friends.
Funeral services were conducted from the home at
Hendrysburg by C.L. Mellott of Woodsfield and the remains were laid to rest in
the cemetery at Hendrysburg.
Spirit of Democracy,
Funeral services for William Henry Crooks were held
Wednesday afternoon from the late home on Belmont Ridge. Services were in
charge of Rev. G. E. Henderson of the Presbyterian Church. Interment was in
Mr. Crooks was born Nov. 26, 1863 and died December 30,
1928 aged 65. He was united in marriage,
January 26, 1888 with Mary Martha Riley.
He is survived by his widow and three sons; Bruce of Webb;
Samuel of Pugh Ridge and Roy of Crabapple. One son, Albert, died in infancy.
Lude, Fairy Mabel Lude (nee-Hobbs)
Spirit of Democracy,
Fairy Mabel Hobbs, daughter of ex-Probate Judge T.T. Hobbs
was born at
on Friday, December 28, 1928
at the age of 44 years, 6 months and 26 days. Death was due to influenza and
attendant complications.
Miss Hobbs grew to womanhood in the
Besides her husband and aged father she is survived by one
sister, Mrs. John Hubacher of Creston, O., one brother Earl of Antioch and a
number of other relatives.
She was converted and united with the
Funeral services were held at the late home on Monday,
December 28[sic] conducted by her pastor, Rev. Scott of the
Not
now, but in the coming years
It may be in the
We ll
read the meaning of our tears
And there some time we ll understand.
Spirit of Democracy,
John Ivan Rubel, son of George A. and Mamie Ankrom Rubel
was born March 23, 1914 being at the time of his death 14 years, 3 months and
23 days of age.
Of a bright and sunny disposition he was beloved by all who
knew him and will be sadly missed by his schoolmates and many friends. After an
illness of several months from a disease of the heart he was summoned home. God
in his wisdom had seen fit to transplant this blossom to a fairer garden where
pain, sorrow and heartaches are unknown.
He is survived by father, mother, five brothers, Benjamin
of Cambridge, Jacob, Okey, Hermie, and Arthur of the home; three sisters,
Barbara, Ada and Adelaide, also of the home; two sisters preceded him to the
Great Beyond in infancy.
He was laid to rest in the
Not
now, but in the coming years,
It may be in the
We ll
read the meaning of our tears
And there, some time, we ll understand.
Card of Thanks We desire to express our heartfelt thanks to our
neighbors and friends for their many kindnesses to Rev. Brueseke for his
comforting words and to all who assisted us in any way during our great sorrow.
Geo. A. Rubel and Family
Spirit of Democracy,
Word was received here last week of the death of Sadie E.
Brennan of
Funeral services were held Wednesday, January 2nd.
Cline,
Maggie P. Cline (nee-Briggs)
Spirit of Democracy,
Mrs. Maggie P. Briggs Cline, wife of John W. Cline of
She leaves to mourn her sad loss, a husband; two daughters,
Alice and Gladys; two sons, Russell and Ralph, all of the home; her parents,
Mr. and Mrs. James Briggs of Woodsfield; two sisters and six brothers as
follows: Mrs. Rebecca Keesor, Sherman and George Briggs of Woodsfield; Charles
and Jay Briggs of East Akron; Herman Briggs of South Zanesville and James
Briggs of Crooksville, besides a host of other relatives and friends. Two
brothers and five sisters have preceded her in death.
Funeral services were held at
Mr. Cline was a kind and loving mother and will be greatly
missed not only in her home but by her many friends who can truthfully say:
A
precious one from us is gone
A
voice we loved is stilled
A
place is vacant in our house
Which
never can be filled.
Spirit of Democracy,
Mrs. Cordelia Ann Wells 68, wife of Leroy Wells passed away
at her family home in
She was the mother of 11 children, seven of whom with the
husband survive as follows: Mrs. Hulda Williams of Middlesburg; Mrs Ida Ripley
of
Funeral services were held Monday at 1:00 o clock conducted
by Rev. Luther Oliver of Newcomerstown. Burial was made in the
Williams, Rosa Lee Williams
(nee-Phillips)
Spirit of Democracy,
Rosa Lee, wife of Reed Williams died at her home at
Summerfield Wednesday evening, December 26 following a several week s illness.
She was the daughter of Jacob and Eliza Phillips and was born and reared at
Jacobsburg,
Besides her husband, she is survived by a daughter and a
grandson, Mrs. Harry Colland and son Kenneth of Columbus and a son Harry and two
grandchildren, Carlin and Betty Williams of the home, and one sister, Mrs. Mary
Alexander of
Funeral services were conducted at the home Saturday
morning by Rev. Mike Danford of Woodsfield and interment was made in
Among the ones present were Dr. W.S.Williams of Orient;
harry Calland and wife of Columbus and Mrs. Nevada Williams of Ethel. Owing to
sickness a number of near relatives were unable to be present.
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William Jacob Weber
Newspaper clipping Issue: January, 1929
Seldom does the hand of death strike more suddenly or cause
greater sorrow than it did recently at the home of Mr. and Mrs. W. J. Weber, of
near
William Jacob Weber was born December
7, 1878, (St. John s church record lists him as being born December 19, 1878)
in Seneca Township, Monroe County, Ohio, the son of Jacob W. and Magdalena
Christman Weber and at the time of his death was 50 years, 1 month, and 1 day
of age. He grew to manhood in the community in which he was born and on January
12, 1904, was united in marriage to Miss Gertrude C. Claus.
They established their home on the
farm where the family now lives and four days later than his death could have
celebrated their twenty-fifth wedding anniversary a quarter of a century of
happy peaceful wedded life in a fine home atmosphere in which the best life of
our nation is found.
Mr. Weber was a successful farmer
and it was his major occupation until about fourteen years ago when he became
an employee of the Ohio Fuel Gas Company. They recognized his industry, honesty
and good management and he was made local superintendent of their property of
lines and wells, which he managed in a highly satisfactory manner.
A family of seven children was born
to Mr. and Mrs. Weber, all of whom are living. They are: Alfred Weber, of near
Lewisville; George Weber, Wesley Weber, Marcella Weber, Emma Weber, Margaret
Weber and William, Jr. Weber at home.
On April 11, 1879, at the age of 19,
Mr. Weber was confirmed in the Evangelical faith at
Besides his widow and children, he
is survived by one daughter-in-law, his parents, and stepbrother, one
stepsister, one half brother and one half sister.
Funeral services were held at
Weber, William J. Weber (2nd obit)
Spirit of Democracy,
William J. Weber of near
Mr. Weber is survived by his widow and seven children.
While Mr. Weber lived on a farm for fourteen years, he has
been a valued local employee of The Ohio Fuel Gas
Funeral services will be held Thursday afternoon at
Jacob John Christman
The Spirit of Democracy Issue: Woodsfield, Ohio, Wed., April 24, 1929
John Christman was born June 5, 1867, and departed from this life April 6,
1929, at the age of 61 years, 10 moths, and 1 day. He was at St. Peter s
He was united in marriage March 13, 1894, to Rachel Matz and
to this union were born eight children: Mrs. Bertha Christman Neuhardt, Mrs.
Edna Christman Young and Elmer Christman, of near Lewisville; Mrs. Oneida
Christman Ludwig of Woodsfield; Mrs. Ruby Mann, Zelda and Gladys Christman of the
home; one son preceded him in infancy.
He had been in failing health for several months but an
attack of influenza caused complications which could not be overcome. Mr.
Christman was a prosperous farmer, good neighbor, a devoted husband and father
and not only will his loss be keenly felt in the home but in the entire
community as well.
The funeral services were conducted Tuesday morning at
Many beautiful floral offerings attested the sympathy of
friends and relatives.
He leaves to mourn his departure besides his faithful wife
and children, ten grandchildren, and ten brothers, and sisters as follows: Mrs.
Barbara Jackson, Mrs. William Ackerman, Louis Christman, of Woodsfield; Mrs.
George Weber, Mrs. Fred Weber, Mrs. Louis Heft, Misses Tillie and Louise
Christman, George and David Christman all of the vicinity of Lewisville.
God moves in a way that is very mysterious to us and so
often we cannot understand but if we only trust Him, His grace will ever be
sufficient for us. The family has the heartfelt sympathy of the entire
community and we pray that God may send his comforter to those who mourn.
V. L. F.
Elizabeth Claus, (nee Fleighman)
Newspaper clipping Issue: May 1929
Mrs. Elizabeth Claus of near Miltonsburg, Ohio, died at her
home last Wednesday after several week s illness. She was born in 1851. Her
husband, Adolph Claus died on May 2, 1929. She is survived by two daughters and
four sons: Mrs. Lucetta Mann, of Miltonsburg; Mrs. Katherine Mann of
Funeral services were held Saturday afternoon at
Miltonsburg, conducted by her pastor the Reverend Chester Guam and interment
was made in the Miltonsburg cemetery.
Hayes, Ross Hayes
Death of Robert Hayes
Source: The Spirit of Democracy, dated, November 20,
1929
Provided by Lena Kahrig Pettit, typed by Betty Lendon Matson
Ross Hayes, of Portsmouth, Ohio,
son of the late Asa Hayes of Beallsville, died Sunday afternoon at home in that
city. Death was due to asthma and complications involving the heart. He had
been a resident of
He is survived by his wife,
three sons and two daughters.
Funeral services will be held
this Wednesday at Barnesville under auspices of The Masonic Lodge.
Claus,
Margaret Claus nee Mueller/Miller
Death
of Mrs. Claus
Died: November 13, 1929
Provided by Lena Kahrig Pettit, typed by Betty Lendon Matson
The Miltonsburg community
suffered a severe loss in the passing of Mrs. Margaret Claus, aged 76, at her
home Friday near the noon hour, following a few days suffering of intestinal
ailment. Hers was a life of real service to humanity, and her many kindly acts
and deeds will find permanent lodgment in the memory of those befriended. Four
children are bereft, Dora of the home; Mrs. Gertrude Weber and Mrs.
Lewis Christman, of Lewisville; and Mrs. Louise Feldner, of Woodsfield;
also two sisters, Mrs. Mary Lohri, of Trail Run; Mrs. Elizabeth
Pfalzgraf, of Parkersburg, and one brother John in California.
Funeral services in charge of
her pastor, Rev. Chester Guam were held at
Source: The
NOTED PRODUCE BUYER DROPPED
DEAD SATURDAY
Jas. G. Smith Died On Road Near The
James Guthrie Smith, one of the best known business men of
this community, died suddenly enroute to his home near Middle Creek Saturday
evening.
Mr. Smith, who has been in the merchandise business in
Middle Creek and Bentley, came to
Saturday afternoon his fifteen-year-old daughter, Lucile,
came for him in the automobile and they started home about five o'clock. The
engine of the car became hot and they stopped at the
The jury was composed of Gail Long , Ray Grainger, E. S.
Wear, John Harman and Joseph Hardy. The verdict was death from chronic valvular
heart trouble.
The funeral was held from the Christian church in
James Guthrie Smith
Source:
Jas. G. Smith Died On Road Near The
James Guthrie Smith, one of the best known business men of
this community, died suddenly enroute to his home near Middle Creek , Saturday
evening.
Mr. Smith, who has been in the merchandise business in
Middle Creek and Bentley, came to
James Guthrie Smith was born in Hancock township on March
20, 1873, and died February 2, 1929, at the age of 55 years. He was the son of
William and Artimessa Vandyke Smith,
both of whom preceded him in death.
He grew to manhood on the farm where he was born and then
went to Woodbine,
He was married to Miss Ella Kinkade of
The funeral was held from the Christian church in
Source: The Pilgrim,
Mary Peters was born October 7, 1847,
at
George Peters, a relative, gave the
ground for the parsonage south of Princeton and Michael and 13 others built the
German Congregational church south of
At the age of 16 Mary Peters was
confirmed in the Lutheran church at
About two weeks before she took sick
she made all arrangements for her departure.
Two hymns she requested for her funeral:
In the Garden of Prayer and Sweet Hour of Prayer.
She has slipped from out midst, a real
pioneer of the state and of the spirit, one whom we have loved and lost
awhile. The closing verse of the Peters
family reunion hymn express her attitude of mind and spirit in a very fine way.
As in the past Thou st been
Our guide, our Friend and King.
Then shall our lives attest
Still lead us on;
To serve Thee is the best;
Until eternal rest
God bless our clan.
Funeral services were held at the
Pilgrim Congregational church. The choir
singing and the pastor Rev. Isaac Cassel, officiating. Burial was at
Submitter's Notes:
*Mrs.
Ella Madison this is Margaret
Matteson.
**Mrs.
Kate Oldermier -- correct spelling is Oldemeyer.
Spirit of Democracy,
The epidemic of flu now prevalent in this community has
claimed as its first victim, Denzel Beardmore, son of Mr. and Mrs. Asher
Beardmore of
Denzel was stricken last Wednesday and almost from the
start it was apparent that the race with death would be a losing one, so deeply
had the disease seized upon him. The end came Monday afternoon at 1:00 o clock.
He was only 22 years old and during his stay in Woodsfield
had made many friends, being of a quiet genial disposition. He was unmarried.
Besides his parents he is survived by the others of his
family as follows: a twin brother,
Because of the serious illness of other members of the
family, it was deemed advisable to hold funeral services Tuesday. They were
conducted by Rev. H.H. Adamson, minister of the Woodsfield Church of Christ and
interment was made in the cemetery at the
The circumstances surrounding this death are unusually sad
and the heartfelt sympathy of the entire community.
Spirit of Democracy,
Mrs. Lydia Luedy 52, wife of Henry Luedy of
Later- At the Kindelberger Funeral,
Mrs. Luedy was a sister of Mrs. George Brandfass; Mrs.
Vincent Sturgeon and Mrs. Albert Moore, all of
We hope to be able to publish a more complete obituary
later.
[submitters note Lydia Luedy
died January 1, 1929]
Beardmore, Mrs. Asher D. Beardmore
Spirit of Democracy,
The passing of Mrs. Asher D. Beardmore, aged 45 years,
following an illness of influenza, at her
Mrs. Beardmore was a good woman and beloved by all who knew
her, and she will be greatly missed in the home, church and community life.
Besides her husband she leaves four children; Oliver of
Wheeling; Glen,
Brief funeral services were held from the home Tuesday and
the remains taken to the
Spirit of Democracy,
Funeral services for Mrs. Hannah Mann 84, prominent
Mrs. Mann was the widow of the late Lyman Mann, who
preceded her in death several years ago. Surviving her are three daughters;
Mrs. Ward Vosper of
Mrs. Mann was a woman of many fine qualities and was liked
by all who knew her.
Interment in
Mann, Mrs. Lyman Mann 2nd
obit
Spirit of Democracy,
Mrs. Lyman Mann, aged 84, died at the home of her daughter,
Mrs. Ward Vosper of
The body will arrive in Woodsfield this Wednesday evening
and will be taken to the home of Mr. and Mrs. Emmett Mann of
Funeral services will be held at the Methodist Episcopal
Church, Thursday afternoon at 2:00 o clock.
Spirit of Democracy,
Mrs. D.R. Rees and Wm. Bayes were at Crooksville Friday
where they attended the funeral of Mrs. Rees father-in-law, Richard Rees,
whose death occurred at the home of a daughter in
Spirit of Democracy,
Thursday morning at his late residence in
Mr. Seebach died Tuesday following a brief illness of
pneumonia. The deceased is survived by two sisters besides a number of other
relatives and friends who mourn his loss.
Interment was in the
Betts, Benjamin Franklin Betts
Spirit of Democracy,
Benjamin Franklin Betts son of Mr. and Mrs. Theodore Betts
was born February 2, 1904 and departed this life January 2, 1929, being at the
time of his death 24 years and 11 months.
On November 16, 1928 he confessed his belief in his Savior
and was baptized by Brother H.E. Taylor.
He leaves to mourn his sad departure; father, mother; three
sisters and two brothers as follows; Josie, Mrs. Bernard Stephens, Robert,
Earl, and
Funeral services were held at the
Our dearest brother and son hast left us and gone to rest
where the storms are over, but in that land we hope to meet you where there
will be no more parting.
Card of Thanks-We
desire to thank all those who in any way helped us and extended their sympathy
to us during the illness and at the time of the death of our dear son and
brother. Mr. and Mrs. Theodore Betts and
Family
Hall, Rilla Pearl Hall (nee-Wallace)
Spirit of Democracy,
Rilla Pearl, daughter of Charles and Hulda Wallace was born
Jan.23,1891 and departed this life Jan.6, 1929 being at the time of his death,
37 years, 11 months and 14 days.
She was united in marriage with Edgar Hall, April 2, 1910.
To this union were born five children. One daughter, Wilda preceded her in
death six years ago.
She leaves to mourn her death; her husband and children;
Harold, Herbert, Nettie and Gene all of the home; father, mother, two sisters;
Mrs. Tora Weckbacher and Mrs. Lona Smithberger; one brother, Everett Wallace
and a host of other relatives and friends. One infant brother also preceded her
in death.
She will be sadly missed in the home, in the community, and
in the
The funeral services were conducted by Bro. C. H. Morin of
Card of Thanks-We
desire to thank each and every one who assisted us in the sickness and at the
time of death of our dear wife and mother.
Edgar Hall and Children
Hall, Pearl Hall (2nd
obit)
Spirit of Democracy,
Mrs. Pearl Hall, wife of Commissioner Edgar Hall, died at
their home near Rinard Mills Sunday evening after an illness of several months.
Husband and four children survive.
Funeral services were held Tuesday afternoon at Pleasant
Ridge Church of Christ of which she was a member. Mrs. Hall was a daughter of
Mr. and Mrs. Charles Wallace and a highly respected woman in her community. The
bereaved husband and family have the sincere sympathy of many friends in all
parts of the county.
Spirit of Democracy,
Osborne E. Talbot, son of John A. and Millie A. Talbot was
born December 21, 1864 and died January 2, 1929, aged 64 years and 12 days.
Bernie, as he was familiarly known by his many friends, was born on his
father s farm on Opossum Creek,
Returning home to visit friends and relatives he started
working on the Ohio County Infirmary farm in
Bernie was of a kind and quiet disposition and liked by all
who knew him. Three brothers; Mitchell Talbot, Upton Talbot and John O. Talbot,
all residents of Clarington, mourn his death. He died at
Spirit of Democracy,
Minnie Ola Kraft, daughter of Henry and Louise Kraft was
born July 17, 1882 and returned to her heavenly reward January 2, 1929 having
lived upon this earth 46 years, 5 months and 16 days.
On July 9, 1903 she was united in marriage with David
Wesley Affolter. At the tender age of thirteen years, she was converted as a
follower of Christ at
When her home was established in
Those who remain to cherish her memory are as follows; her
husband, aged parents, three brothers; Wesley Kraft of Barberton, Ohio; Harry
and Grover of Round Bottom and three nephews; Donald, Wayne and Bobby Kraft of
Round Bottom. Two sisters, Emma and Clara preceded her into her home beyond the
sky.
Interment was made at
A cherished one from us has gone,
A voice we love is
stilled
This parting grief would not have come
Had not the Savior
willed.
He had a place in his wise plan
For one so kind and
true
We ll live to be reunited there
Where life is ever
new.
Spirit of Democracy,
One Sister Dies While Funeral Services Are Held For
Other
Shortly after funeral services started Sunday at the
Born within two years of each other, they died within two
days of each other in the home where they were born and had always lived. Side
by side they lay during their fatal illness and side by side they were buried
Monday afternoon in the same grave at
Martha, who was 83, died Friday afternoon at 4 0 clock and
Miranda, aged 81, passed away at 2 p.m. A song had been sung and a prayer made
by the pastor at Martha s funeral when word was sent to the church that the
other sister had passed away.
Just a few minutes before the younger sister had looked for
the last time on the face of her older sister and whispered God Bless Her as
the body was taken away for the funeral at the church.
Pneumonia caused the death of both. During most of their
illness they were alone in their lonely log home situated on the ridge between
Somerton and
The critical condition of the older sister was quickly
apparent and a physician was summoned. Before he could reach the home the older
sister had died. A short time before this, she had fallen on the floor of the
home, where she remained all night, the younger sister, ill at the time, being
unable to do more than throw a cover over her. Neighbors found her the next
morning and placed her in bed.
The incident occurred on one of the coldest nights of the
winter and undoubtedly hastened the death of the older sister.
For many years the two sisters lived alone, supporting
themselves by stringing tobacco. Both were members of the
Rev. Ray Smith, the Methodist pastor at Somerton, conducted
the interrupted services Sunday, but he was taken suddenly ill and was unable
to conduct the double funeral service Monday. This was in charge of Rev. H.H.
Adamson of Woodsfield.
The sisters have no near relatives and some of the distant
relatives live in Barnesville.
Barnesville Enterprise of Jan. 1st.
Morris, Sarah Elizabeth Morris
Spirit of Democracy,
Sarah Elizabeth Morris, aged 78, passed away January 1 at
the home of her daughter, Mrs. Rush Hollingsworth at Hunter, following an
illness of several months. A paralytic stroke caused her death.
Mrs. Morris was born at Woodsfield in 1850 and has spent
the greater part of her life in this vicinity. Her husband, John O. Morris
preceded her in death thirty-four years ago. Mrs. Morris and her husband lived for
some time in Barnesville and will be remembered by a number of people.
She is survived by her daughter, Mrs. Ruth Hollingsworth of
Hunter, who cared for her during her illness and F.O. Morris of
Funeral services were held Thursday afternoon at one
o clock at the home of Mrs. Ruth Hollingsworth conducted by Rev. W.C.
Patterson, pastor of the
Spirit of Democracy,
M. Augustus Gilmore passed away last Saturday morning in
He was born near Clarington and did service in the Civil
War in the 77th Ohio Regiment, entering the service at the age of 18
years.
He was married to Barbara Case in 1866 and to this union
were born; four daughters and two sons, who with the mother, survive.
Mrs. Gilmore was well and favorably known here by our older
residents, but had lived in the vicinity of
Rest came peacefully as members of the family were about
the bedside in the home. While a vacant chair is left in the home and sorrow
among relatives and friends is evident, it is the gentle closing of a useful
life and a sleep that knows no waking.
Funeral services were held at the home Monday by the
minister of St. Andrew s
Spirit of Democracy,
Miss Clara Glaser 20, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Charles
Glaser, died at the family home at Riverview Sunday morning shortly after
midnight. She was one of the most popular young ladies of Bellaire and news of
her death caused a great shock for she was not known to be seriously ill. She
took sick while at work Saturday afternoon with the grippe. Pleuro-pneumonia
set in and brought the hasty end.
Miss Glaser was born in Bellaire and was a graduate of
The funeral was Wednesday morning with Requiem High Mass at
Spirit of Democracy,
Death of Dennis Buskirk
Dennis Buskirk, former editor of the Spirit of Democracy,
died at his home on
During this time he was tenderly cared for by his aged
companion by whom he is survived.
Mrs. Buskirk came to Woodsfield in 1866 and became an
apprentice in The Spirit of Democracy office. He was faithful, dependable and
thorough and was eventually promoted to editorship of the paper, filling that
position for nineteen years ending with his retirement about eight years ago.
Funeral services will be held on Thursday afternoon at 1:00
o clock at the residence. Religious rites will be conducted by his pastor, Rev.
John Fleming Cash. The I.O.O.F. Lodge will also conduct their ritualistic
service both at the home and at the
Spirit of Democracy,
The death of Mrs. Jane Howells occurred Sunday morning,
January 6 at the home of her brother, John Duffy in Barnesville, following an
illness of a few weeks duration. Death was due to pneumonia. The deceased was
one of Barnesville s oldest residents. She was in her 95th year. She
was born at
Surviving her are one daughter; Mrs. Alfred Beach; one son,
Ernest Cornell of
Spirit of Democracy,
Miss Hannah Dougherty died at Woodsfield on Saturday,
January 12 after a few days illness due to infirmities incident to advanced
age. For many years she made her home with her youngest brother. She was born
Dec. 17, 1836 in Wayne Twp. and was a daughter of James and Hessie Gray
Dougherty.
There were five brothers and four sisters in the family,
the only surviving being G.O. Dougherty of
Funeral services were held Monday conducted by Rev. Otto
Meyer. Interment was made in
Spirit of Democracy,
Mrs. Elizabeth Tipton 80, one of
She was the wife of W. E. Tipton, who survives, a devoted
and active member of the
She is survived in addition to her husband by the following
sons; Charles E. Tipton, Caldwell hardware merchant; Howard Tipton of
Steubenville and Clyde Tipton of Greensburg, PA. and one sister, Mrs. William
Barnett of
Drum, Mary Lenora Drum (nee-Conger)
Spirit of Democracy,
Mrs. Mary Lenora Drum, wife of P. H. Drum, was born on
February 17, 1856 near Cameron,
January 8th at her home there, and followed a few
days serious illness with pneumonia. Her age was 72 years, 10 months and 22
days.
Miss Conger grew to womanhood in the community in which she
was born on August 4, 1874 she was united in marriage to Phillip H. Drum. They
established their home on a farm in
The surviving children are; F.E. Drum and T.E. Drum of
Woodsfield; C.E. Drum of Woodsfield, R.5; Mrs. Fred Keylor and Mrs. W.R.Hawkins
of Woodsfield and Mrs. Guy Roth of Woodsfield, R.5. Two brothers and two
sisters also survive. They are Joseph and Gersham Conger and Mrs. Will Buchanan
of
Nine years ago Mr. and Mrs. Drum moved to Woodsfield where
they have since lived retired.
Mrs. Drum became a member of the Methodist Episcopal Church
at Fletcher s Chapel in 1879 and for fifty years she lived true to the vows
made to her Saviour. Her love for home and family made it a delightful
sanctuary for husband and children and neighbors and friends as well remember
most kindly its hospitality and friendly atmosphere. Surely her children can
call her blessed, and though it is hard to part with mother, we bow in
submission to the Father s will and hope to meet again on the
Funeral services were conducted at the home Thursday
afternoon at 2:00 o clock and were in charge of her pastor, Rev. J. Fleming
Cash. Interment was in
Among those from a distance attending the funeral are:
Joseph Conger of
of Bellaire; Mrs. J.M.
Hawkins of Woodsfield, R.1 and Mrs. Charles Roth of Rt. 5.
Drum, Mrs. P.H. Drum 2nd obit
Spirit of Democracy,
Death of Mrs. P.H. Drum
Mrs. P.H. Drum, highly respected and esteemed Woodsfield
citizen, passed away at her home on South High Street, Tuesday afternoon following
a short illness of pneumonia. Besides her aged companion; she is survived by
six children, as follows; F.E. Drum, T.E. Drum, Mrs. Welda Hawkins, Mrs. Guy
Roth, Mrs. Fred Keylor of Woodsfield, R.5. Many other relatives and friends are
made sad in the passing of this good woman.
Mr. and Mrs. Drum formerly lived at Benwood, but have been
living retired in Woodsfield for several years.
Funeral services will be held Thursday afternoon.
Spirit of Democracy,
Minerva Mason, daughter of John and Elizabeth Mason was
born July 26, 1852 and departed this life January 3, 1929 being at the time of
her death 76 years, 5 months and 8 days of age.
At the age of eighteen she united with the church at Low
Gap and remained a faithful member until her death.
On November 18, 1875 she was united in marriage with
Johnson Cline and to this union were born two children.
She leaves to mourn her sad departure; a daughter, Mrs.
Bertha J. Christy of Graysville; a son, R.C.Cline of Sedan, New Mexico; three
grandchildren; one brother, John Mason; one sister, Mrs. David Cline and a host
of other relatives and friends.
Funeral services were conducted Saturday, January 5th
by Rev. Arthur Weddle and the remains were laid to rest in the
Dearest mother, thou has left us
And our loss we
deeply feel.
But its God that has bereft us
He can all our
sorrows heal.
Yet again we hope to meet thee
When the day of
life is fled
When in heaven in joy to greet thee
Where no farewell
tears are shed A. Daughter
Coss, William Coss
Spirit of Democracy,
William Coss, highly respected Civil War veteran, died at
his home in Woodsfield on Thursday, January 10, 1929. Death followed a stroke
of paralysis. He was born near
He grew to manhood on a farm in the Graysville community
and on August 25, 1861 he was united in marriage to Miss Rosa Kernan. To this
union eleven children were born; nine daughters and two sons; four of whom
preceded him to the
He is also survived by one sister; Mrs. Mary Hayes of
On June 3, 1918 Mr. Coss was united in marriage a second
time to Elizabeth Barber, who is left to mourn his life, as as are many other
relatives and friends.
Mr. Coss was a member of the Christian Union Church at Low
Gap and lived faithful to his Master until death. Kind and friendly in
disposition, honorable in all his dealings, he had the respect of all who knew
him.
In defense of his country he answered the call of his
Commander-in-Chief and served as a member of Co. G. 196th Reg.
O.V.I. and at the close of the war received an honorable discharge.
Funeral services were held Sunday afternoon at the
Dearest father, you have left us
And thy loss we
deeply feel;
But tis God who has bereft us
He can all our
sorrows heal.
Coss, Wm. Coss
(2nd obit)
Spirit of Democracy,
Wm. Coss, aged Civil War veteran died at his home in
Woodsfield about 10:00 o clock this Wednesday forenoon.
We go to press to soon to give any details of the funeral
plans.
He was about 85 years of age and death followed a stroke of
paralysis
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family of the late William Coss desire to express their sincere appreciation of
many kindnesses shown them during the illness and at the time of the death of
their dear husband and father. Especially are they grateful to the officers and
members of Monroe Post No. 87.
Spirit of Democracy,
Samuel Kernan, aged 80 years, passed away Friday at the
home of his nephew,
Funeral services and interment were at
Relatives who attended the funeral of Mr. Kernan were: Mrs.
Minnie Nething, Mrs. Callie Olson and Godfrey Spring of Elm Grove; Dale Living
of
Hartlieb,
Spirit of Democracy,
Mrs. Lena Hartlieb, aged 92 years, passed away at her home
Monday morning, Jan. 6th. at 3:00 o clock after an illness of
several days of influenza. The deceased was the widow of the late John Hartlieb
and is survived by six children; Mrs. Fred Franz of Martins Ferry; Mrs. Lena
Sheppard of Wheeling; Charles and John of Mannington; Ernest of Sardis and
Julius of the home; also several grandchildren.
Funeral services were conducted at her late home on Tuesday
afternoon by Rev. Tanner, pastor of the German M.E. Church of which the
deceased was an active member and interment was in the Harter Cemetery. There
were beautiful floral offerings.
Spirit of Democracy,
Mrs. Cora Nething, wife of Martin Nething, died at the
Spirit of Democracy,
Felix Haueter, aged 81 years, died at his home Sunday
morning at 2:00 o clock following a short illness of influenza.
Two children survive; Miss Lena of the home and Rev. Otto
Haueter of
Funeral arrangements at this writing are incomplete.
Spirit of Democracy,
Mrs. Sebastian Heil, aged 86, died on Sunday, January 6 at
the Good Samaritan Hospital where she had made her home for some time.
Funeral services were held at the Catholic Church at
She was a former resident of the
Four sons and five daughters survive her.
Comer, Irene Comer (nee-McGovern)
Spirit of Democracy,
Mrs. Irene McGovern Comer, aged 43, died at
She was a daughter of Patrick and Susan McGovern of
Mrs. Comer was a cousin of Mrs. Rose McEntee and Mrs. Lucy
Danford.
Cashman, Ethel Cashman (nee-McGovern)
Spirit of Democracy,
Mrs. Ethel McGovern Cashman, aged 42, died Wednesday
morning of last week at her home in
Funeral services were held at St. James Catholic Church at
McConnelsville last Friday.
She was a cousin of Mrs. Lucy Danford and Mrs. Rose McEntee
of Woodsfield.
Harrison, Mary Harrison (nee-Parks)
Spirit of Democracy,
Mrs. Mary Parks Harrison of Bethesda, daughter of James and
She was married on February 13, 1867 to Wm. H. Harrison who
died Feb. 17, 1910.
Mrs. Harrison is survived by three children; six
grandchildren and one great-grandchild.
Glesenkamp, Eliza M. Glesenkamp (nee-Taylor)
Spirit of Democracy,
Mrs. Eliza M. Glesenkamp was born near Graysville on May
28, 1860, her maiden name being
Mr. Glesenkamp died on January 18, 1909 and in April of
that year the family moved to the late home in
On Wednesday morning funeral services were held at the late
home conducted by her pastor, Rev. Leslie E. Rush of the Delaware Methodist
Episcopal Church, after which the body was brought to Woodsfield for interment
in the family lot in
Of the eleven children born to Mr. and Mrs. Glesenkamp, ten
survive. One son, Robert died at the age of eight years. The surviving children
are: Mrs. John A. Schumacher and Mrs.
Two brothers, G.W. Taylor of New Matamoras and A.W. Taylor
of
Mrs. Glesenkamp s life was one of loving service to her
husband and family and neighborhood. Wife and mother are words fraught with
love and service in their highest human possibility and she met all her
responsibilities fully and then gave of the largeness of her heart to those
outside the home, especially neighbors and friends who cherish her memory for
the good woman she was, as well as do her family by whom she will be sadly
missed.
William, Frederick and John Glesenkamp and Frederick Oehler
accompanied the body to Woodsfield from
Glesenkamp, Mrs. W.W. Glesenkamp (2nd obit)
Spirit of Democracy,
Mrs. W.W. Glesenkamp, of near
Mr. and Mrs. Glesenkamp were former residents of Woodsfield
when he served as county commissioner and few women have been more sincerely
loved and respected by neighbors and friends than she was.
Several adult children survive her among who are Mrs. John
Schumacher and Mrs. S.A. Schumacher of near Woodsfield.
Mann, Henrietta Mann (nee-Gramlich)
Spirit of Democracy,
On January 1 at 5:15 a.m. death entered the home of Mrs.
Ward C. Vosper at
On February 16, 1869 Henrietta Gramlich was married to John
F. Stenzel and to this union were born three children; one son who died in
infancy and two daughters; Mrs. Emma Wharton of Woodsfield and Mrs. T.F. Menkel
of Ansonia, Ohio, both of whom were at her bedside at the time of her demise.
In 1874 she became a widow, her husband dying in
On December 24, 1878 Henrietta Stenzel was married to Lyman
J. Mann of Malaga and to this union were born three children; Josephine
O Rourke, Paul C. Mann and Mae M. Vosper; Mrs. O rourke having departed this
life twenty years ago and Paul C. Mann, November 8, 1928.
On March 3, 1922 the subject of this sketch once again
became a widow, Lyman Mann dying at Woodsfield, at which place they had made
their home for the past twenty years. For the past seven years she had resided
with the daughter in
At an early age she became a member of the
On Wednesday, Jan. 2nd at 1:00 p.m. a short
service was held at the home in
Relatives and friends from out of town were: Misses
Caroline and Norma O Rourke of Pittsburgh; John Gramlich of Wheeling; Mrs. Otto
Ridgeway, Margaret Harper and Mrs. Louise Starkey of Barnesville; Mrs. Tuttle,
Misses Ella and Louise Watson of Quaker City; Mrs. Louise Riggle of Cambridge;
Mrs. Amy Brown and son Bobbie of Dayton; Mrs. T. F. Menkle of Ansonia and Mr.
and Mrs. Ward Vosper and son, Jack Richard of Columbus.
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wish to extend our sincere thanks and gratitude to our many Woodsfield friends
and relatives who so kindly aided and comforted us in the death of our dear
mother. The Family of Mrs. Henrietta
Mann
Thomas,
Lucy Thomas (nee-Stephens)
Spirit of Democracy,
The death of Mrs. Lucy Thomas 75, wife of T. Thomas,
occurred Friday evening at her home four miles north of Summerfield following a
long illness from dropsy and rheumatism.
The deceased was a daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Samuel
Stephens and had been a life-long resident of the community where she died.
For many years she had been a member of the Palestine
Christian Church on
Besides her husband she is survived by a foster daughter;
Mrs. H.M. Guiler, near
Funeral services were conducted at the home Sunday
afternoon and the body brought to
Jackson, William Harvey Jackson
Spirit of Democracy,
On Tuesday, January 8, Woodsfield lost one of her most
highly respected citizens and well known retired business man in the person of
William Harvey Jackson. He was born in
He grew to manhood on the farm, received a common school
education and qualified himself for teaching. He followed that profession for a
few years, but soon found that he preferred a business career and perhaps
thought it was a quicker way to financial independence and realization of a
man s desire to stand on his own two feet and fight his own way. Buying and
selling appealed to him and his relations were so square with his patrons that
they depended on his business judgement and there-by he developed the nucleus
of a business that was to become a factor in the growth of Woodsfield and the
community in his mature life and declining years.
On February 29, 1872 he was united in marriage to Miss
Elizabeth A. Jeffers and for over half a century they maintained a happy home
and lived a life approaching the ideal. One son, Forrest L. Jackson was born to
them and by whom he is survived as he is also by one grand-daughter, Mrs. Harry
C. Powelson of
What is now the store of W.H.Jackson & Son was begun
about 35 years ago in a modest way and founded on sound business principles of
honesty and service, its founder and his son built conservatively until it is
one of the largest general stores in
As a lad at the age of sixteen, Mr. Jackson united with the
Methodist Episcopal Church at Moffett s and all through his busy life, he was
actively interested both personally and financially in the work of the church,
being a regular attendant until ill health prevented. He has lived his life of
over three score and ten and it was a worthy one. He has left a record of
achievement in the business world, maintained a sterling character and in his
home life was always a kind and loving husband and father. In his passing, the
community has lost a most honorable and trustworthy citizen, who will long be
kindly remembered by our citizens and business associates who knew him for the
high type of man he was.
Funeral services were held at the family residence on
Thursday afternoon at 2:30 o clock in charge of Rev. J.F. Cash and Rev. W.A.
Rutledge of
Among the relatives and friends who attended the funeral
from a distance were: Mr. and Mrs. S.L. Neuhart, and son Chris and Miss Minnie
Gray of Wheeling, W.VA.; Mr. and Mrs. Watt Neuhart of Elm Grove, W.VA.; Lawson
McKain and Willaim Duemmel of Zanesville; A.A. Herriman of Brownsville, PA.;
and H.E. Stewart of Columbus.
Spirit of Democracy,
Death of W.H. Jackson
W.H. Jackson, prominent retired Woodsfield business man,
died Tuesday evening at his home on
In the active years of his life he was one of the best
known merchants in
Funeral services will be held on Thursday afternoon,
conducted by his pastor, Rev. J. F. Cash assisted by W. A. Rutledge of
Spirit of Democracy,
Grandma Schahet Dead
Mrs. Frieda Schahet, aged 74, esteemed
David Schahet of
A
Jones,
Spirit of Democracy,
Denver Caldwell Jones was born Oct. 3, 1904 at
He united with the
He was a faithful member of the Odd Fellows Lodge at New
Matamoras, OH. He leaves to mourn, a father and mother; two brothers; six
sisters; besides his many relatives and a host of friends.
Spirit of Democracy,
Mrs. Ellen Gustely, aged 57, died at her home in
She was a former resident of Moundsville. Paul Gustely of
Spirit of Democracy,
Herbert Eugene, son of Arthur and Lillian Ault was born in
Woodsfield May 28, 1926. Death kissed down the little eyelids on January 8,
1929. Hence at the time of his death he was 2 years, 7 months and 11 days of
age. From his early babyhood Herbert had not been a rugged child, but as we get
the fragrance of the rose when it s petals are crushed so we possibly got a
greater degree of sweetness from the sufferings of this little rosebud. The
little plant had faded and fallen here but can we not have the faith to believe
that it is planted anew by the heavenly Gardener in the fairy fields of glory.
The little life was short but long enough to bring to its
parents and grandparents the benedictions of heaven in a way that they can never
forget. The patter of the little feet, the prattle of the little tongue, the
touch of the little hands and the smile of the little face will cling to our
hearts while memory shall impart its blessings.
Funeral services in charge of H. H. Adamson were held from
the family residence on
A ladies quartette from the
Burial was in
The parents and grandparents desire to publicly express
their thanks to all who so kindly assisted them in this sad experience.
Ault, Herbert E. Ault (2nd
obit)
Spirit of Democracy,
Ault Child Dies
The three-year-old son of Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Ault, of
Funeral services will be held Thursday afternoon.
[submitters note-Herbert
died January 8, 1929]
Spirit of Democracy,
Salathiel M. Lemmon, Civil War veteran , for many years a
widely known resident of Wheeling and a former commander of Holliday Post
G.A.R., passed away Saturday afternoon at 6:00 o clock at the home of his
daughter, Mrs. George M. Towle at Sardis, Ohio. He was in his 88th
year.
He had been in failing health for some time but only within
the past two weeks had his condition become serious. His death was attributed
to infirmities incident to advanced age.
Mr. Lemmon made his home in Wheeling for nearly 30 years,
going there from
During the time of his residence in
He was born in
During
the time he resided in
Surviving are three daughters and five sons. They are: Mrs.
H.W. Best of Wheeling; Mrs. George M. Towle of Sardis; Mrs. R.P. Tillery of
Pittsburg; Frank M. Lemmon of Chicage, Ill.; Charles B. Lemmon and Harry Lemmon
of Pittsburg; Fred K. Lemmon of Los Angeles, Calif.; and Clark W. Lemmon of
Wheeling. He also leaves eight grandchildren; Misses Betty K. and Geraldine
Lemmon, Cecil C. and Harry W. Lemmon, Misses Kathryn E. and Josephine Best and
Jack Beavers.
Funeral services were held on Tuesday afternoon at the
Bertschy Memorial Mortuary in
Spirit of Democracy,
Death of Glen Beardmore
A third death in the Asher Beardmore family within a three
week period occurred Wednesday evening, January 16th when Glen
Beardmore aged 17 passed to the Great Beyond. Another son Denzel, aged 22 was
the first to die followed by the mother one week later. The other members of
the family were seriously ill, but have nearly recovered. The triple deaths
within so brief a period of time in which family ties have been so irreparably
severed, is a matter of unusual regret and those bereft have the sincere
sympathy of everyone in their great loss.
Glen was a fine lad and his absence from the family circle
and the community will be keenly felt. Besides his father, he is survived by
two brothers,
Funeral services were held Thursday afternoon at
Spirit of Democracy,
J.F. Buchanan and Daughter Killed
Woodsfield friends regret to learn of the tragic death of
J.F. Buchanan and daughter Mrs. Freeda Deem in an auto-trolley wreck AT East
Liverpool Wednesday of last week. Mr. Buchanan was a real estate and insurance
broker and formerly conducted the Buchanan Bargain Store in Woodsfield,
removing from this city to that place about thirteen years ago. He was an elder
in the Wellsville Church of Christ. Besides his wife, he leaves the following
children: Mrs. J.E. Keyser; Mrs. A.C. Bailey; Merril, Avery and Miss Lenore
Buchanan of
Mr.
Buchanan was at the wheel it is said when the crash came at a street
intersection. He sustained a fractured skull, Mrs. Deem dying the following day
from injuries.
McCaslin, Andrew F. McCaslin (see 2nd obit below)
Spirit of Democracy,
Andrew F. McCaslin, aged 74, well known
One
son, Charles C. McCaslin and one daughter Mrs. Catherine Fleahman, both of
Woodsfield survive. James McCaslin, a brother, resides at Shadyside.
Short services were held at the Fleahman home at 1:00
o clock Sunday and the remains taken to the Laings Presbyterian Church where
concluding services were conducted. Burial was made in the
Spirit of Democracy,
Mrs. Elizabeth Eberle, aged 90, pioneer and estimable
Mrs. Eberle was a good woman and her four score and ten
years of living has enriched the lives of those with whom she came in contact.
Her many kindly acts will long be remembered.
Rev. John F. Cash was in charge of brief services at the
late home Tuesday noon and the remains were taken to Asberry Chapel in
Spirit of Democracy,
Funeral services were held at the M.E. Church Saturday
morning for Mrs. Fred Higgs, age 21, who died at her home at Warwood
Thursday,[Jan.12, 1929] after a few days illness of flu-pneumonia. Services
were in charge of Rev. Nichols of Warwood. Interment was in
The deceased was a member of the Warwood Christian Church
and was a true Christian girl.
She is survived by her husband, a twenty-months old son,
her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Everett Riley and two brothers, Robert and Myers.
The Riley family is well known here. They formerly lived on
a farm near
Spirit of Democracy,
John Mobberly, of Pleasant Ridge, near Graysville, died at
his home Monday night [Jan. 21, 1929] of pneumonia following an illness of
influenza.
Mr. Mobberly was about 50 years of age. Besides his widow
he is survived by the following children; Leonard of Pleasant Ridge; Clifford
of Stafford; John Milton and Dorothy of the home; Dorothy is seriously ill with
influenza.
The following brothers and sisters survive; Prof. Forrest
Mobberly of Linsly Institute, Wheeling; William of Clendonald, Alberta, Canada;
Elmer of Pleasant Ridge; Mrs. Belle Miller of Harlem, Mont.; Mrs. Jane Green of
West Rushville, Ohio; Mrs. Libbie Anderson of Graysville; E.M. Mobberly of
Jerusalem. Foster Mobberly of Woodsfield is a nephew.
Funeral services will be held Thursday at 1:00 p.m. with
interment at
Spirit of Democracy,
Funeral services for Richard Dawson were held from the late
home Wednesday afternoon with Rev. Bennett of the
He is survived by his widow and some distant relatives.
Spirit of Democracy,
Debroah Myers, wife of Monroe Myers, whom many will
remember as living here many years, died at the home of her son Frank at Neffs,
and was brought to Neuhart Church for burial, Rev. J.L. Baker of this place
officiating.
Buskkirk,
Dennis Buskirk, 2nd obit
Spirit of Democracy,
In this paper last week, a brief mention was made of the
death of Dennis Buskirk, its former editor and manager. In like simplicity, in
compliance with his own desire and that of his aged companion, do we want to
write simply and plainly of one who was born, served, achieved and died, the
epitome of the life of man.
To men and women who are past middle age, present or former
residents of
Mr. Buskirk was born near Round Bottom on January 4, 1852,
a son of Oliphant and Sarah Buskirk and was the last surviving member of his
family. The late Dr. N.P. Buskirk of Round Bottom was a brother. On July 2,
1866, he walked into Woodsfield and asked for a job at The Spirit office, the
paper being then owned by Jere Williams and Henry West. A search of the next
two issues does not reveal that his advent was considered important enough to
mention as it was thought that this shy, awkward country boy would not last
long. And perhaps it is not to much to say that Abraham Lincoln on his first
appearance in
Other employees came and went, editors came and went but he
was a fixture and gradually was promoted from one responsibility to another.
For fifty-three and a half years he was with the paper,
becoming its editor in 1907 when it was incorporated as The Spirit of Democracy
Printing
In November 1871, he was united in marriage to Miss Mattie
Murphy, daughter of Benjamin and Mary Murphy. Their entire married life was
spent in Woodsfield, their home always on the same lot where the present residence
stands. One son, Willie, was born to them but he died at the age of 9 years in
1881.
Mr. Buskirk s death occurred on Tuesday, January 15 at his
home following a few days serious illness from complications incident to the
advanced age of 77 years and 11 days. Funeral services were held at the home on
Thursday in charge of his pastor Rev. John Fleming Cash, of the Methodist
Episcopal Church. Both the religious services and those of the I.O.O.F. Lodge
were characterized by simplicity and brevity. He had been a faithful member of
both the church and Lodge for over forty years. Interment was made in the
family lot in
Mr. Buskirk had his limitations and weaknesses and none
knew them better or regretted them more than he did. But he practiced
principals of strict honesty and his word once given was good as a bond. He
gave his life in service through his paper and its files contains thousands of
kind comments on achievements and interests of
Among those from a distance in attendance at the funeral
were: Mrs. Robert Tilton of
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sincerely do I wish to thank our neighbors and friends for the many
considerations and kindnesses shown us during the illness and at the time of
death of my dear husband, Dennis Buskirk.
Mrs. Mattie Buskirk
Spirit of Democracy,
Mrs. Elizabeth Pfalzgrah was born in
She was confirmed and joined the Evangelical Church of
Middle Church at the age of 14. On February 5, 1865 the family moved to
In 1856 she was united in marriage to Gottlieb Eberle. To
this union were born nine daughters and three sons. Of these, six daughters and
the husband preceded her in death. She leaves to mourn her sad departure, three
daughters, besides a host of other relatives and friends.
She was always happy when she could help someone, denying
herself to give to others in need.
The surviving brothers and sisters are Louis Pfalzgraf of
near Parkersburg, W.Va.; George
Pfalzgraf of Lewisville; Mrs. Christina Brownfield of Antioch; Mrs. Eva
Christman of Lewisville R.1; and Mrs. Louise Keylor of Woodsfield R.2. The six
surviving children are; Geo. Eberle of Scottdale, Pa.; Mrs. John Gillespie and Mrs.
E.C. Beall of Woodsfield; John and Louis Eberle of Beallsville R.3; and Mrs.
John Erlewine of Marion, Indiana.
Services were conducted at the home of her daughter, Mrs.
J.H. Gillespie Tuesday noon by Rev. J.F. Cash of Woodsfield, also short
services were conducted at Asbury Chapel where she was laid to rest.
Among those from a distance in attendance at the funeral
are: Mrs. Christina Brownfield and son Frank of Antioch; George Pfalzgraf and
two daughters of Lewisville; Mr. and Mrs. Sam Christman and Mr. and Mrs. George
Christman of Woodsfield R.3; Mr. and Mrs. Geo. Eberle of Scottdale, Pa.; John
Goodhart of Summerfield R.1. The last two named are nieces of the deceased.
Not now, but in the coming years
It may be in a
We ll read the meaning of our tears
And there sometime
we ll understand.
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desire to express our thanks to all our neighbors and friends for their help
and expressions of kindness during the sickness and at the time of death of our
dear Mother. The Family of Elizabeth
Eberle
Haueter, Felix Haueter, 2nd obit
Spirit of Democracy,
Felix Haueter was born in Steffisburg Canton Bern,
Switzerland, on December 31, 1846. Early in his life he was bereft of his
parents and was obliged to make his living among strangers. He was the youngest
of a family of twelve children.
In 1871 he came to this country and soon became a citizen.
For several years he worked in northern
In Susanna Berger he found a true, devoted Christian
companion and on January 17, 1877 they were happily married. God blessed this
union with two children.
For several years after being married he continued to go
north during the summer, since work was more plentiful there, and he was eager
to provide for a family. Then they bought a farm near
When the son was called by God to go into the ministry they
again gladly brought the sacrifice and retired from farm life, moving to the
In 1878 he united with the German M. E. Church at
Five years ago his life companion preceded him to the
Heavenly Home and he felt the loss keenly after sharing joy and sorrow together
for forty-six years. But his children, especially Miss Lena became a great
comfort to him.
This beautiful life came to an earthy end on January 12,
1929 at 12 o clock midnight. He continues to live in the lives who knew him.
His illness lasted but three days and his son from
He leaves Miss Lena of the home and Rev. O.E. Haueter of
Spirit of Democracy,
Isaac W. Pryor, son of Euphronius and Susan Pryor, was born
near the
On September 24, 1874 he was united in marriage with Rachel
A. McFrederick and to this union four children were born. One of these preceded
him to the grave in infancy.
Mr. Pryor united with the
While we are bowed with grief to that which is inevitable
the gloom should disperse and the scene change at the thought that he has
answered the call Come up Higher. For blessed are the dead which die in the
Lord from hence forth, yea saith the spirit that they may rest from labor and
their works do follow them.
Besides his widow he leaves to mourn his sad departure two
sons, Lawrence and Elmer of Kenmore; one daughter, Mrs. Carrie Haught of Paris,
Ohio; two sisters, Miss Elizabeth Pryor of Woodsfield and Mrs. Anna Farnesworth
of Ashland. Eleven grand-children, 6 great-grandchildren and a host of other
relatives and friends who survive him.

While we must perish as the flower
That fades and dies
to bloom no more;
The sweetest flower beyond the tomb
Remains in one
eternal bloom.
Its gates are pearl, eternal bloom
Smiles on our home
beyond the tomb;
Rivers of life there ever flow
Purer than flakes
of the following snow.
There are no aches, nor tears, nor sighs
In our sweet home
in paradise;
It shines with bright celestial light,
God and the Lamb
exclude the night.
This is the home for you and me.
Spirit of Democracy,
Juliette Walton Wilson, the daughter of Jeremiah and
Margaret Walton was born December 10, 1858 at
She was the tenth child of a family of eleven children, all
of whom have preceded her to the Great Beyond except two sisters, Mrs. Margaret
Weber of
She was a kind wife, a loving mother and always interested
in the welfare of her home.
Funeral services were conducted at the home at 10:00
o clock Monday morning, Jan. 7, by the Rev. Arthur B. Mercer of the M.E. Church
of New Matamoras.
Spirit of Democracy,
Mrs. C. J. Riley, aged 77, estimable citizen, succumbed to
infirmities at the home of her daughter, Mrs. W.P. Galbrath on
Surviving are her husband and four children; Mrs. C.H.
Holswade of Spencer, W.Va.; Thomas C. of New York City; J.C. of Los Angeles;
and Mrs. W.P. Galbraith of Woodsfield.
Brief services were conducted at the Galbraith home
Wednesday afternoon by Rev. J. F. cash and the remains taken to the late Riley home
at New Matamoras where concluding services will be held Thursday afternoon. The
remains will be laid to rest in the cemetery at
Spirit of Democracy,
Mrs. Mary King died at her home near
Funeral services were held from the home of her daughter,
Mrs. O.A. Milhoan at
She is survived by two daughters and four sons; Mrs. Lucas
of Bethesda; Mrs. O.A. Milhoan of New Castle; Jack of Hunter; Alfred and Dallas
of New Castle and Leonard of Beallsville.
Her husband and one daughter preceded her in death.
Spirit of Democracy,
Mrs. Priscilla Decker died Thursday at the home of her
grandson, Ora Decker on Beallsville route. Death was due to infirmities of old
age.
Funeral services were held Saturday afternoon with
interment in the cemetery at
Spirit of Democracy,
Word has been received of the death of John Lewis Kimpton
at his home in
Spirit of Democracy,
Mrs. Albert King of
Spirit of Democracy,
John A. Noll, aged 83 years passed away at his home Sunday
at 1 o clock after a short illness of influenza and infirmities.
His
wife preceded him ten years ago and he is survived by four children; Mark of
the home; Orville of New Martinsville; Attorney R.M. Noll of
Funeral services were conducted at his late home
on Tuesday afternoon by Rev. H.W. Hales and interment was in the family lot in
The Emma Grove Cemetery. There were beautiful floral tributes.
Relatives from out of town attending
the funeral were: Mr. and Mrs. Fred Noll and children; Orville Noll of New
Martinsville; Robert Noll of
Spirit of Democracy,
Christian Walters, a life long resident of
He leaves to mourn his loss three brothers and two sisters,
Nicholas of Shadyside; Sam of Clarington; William of Powhatan; Carrie Zessiger
and May Nicholas of Cleveland.
He was united in marriage to Lucinda Jane Caldwell
September 25, 1881, who preceded him to the Great Beyond May 2, 1926. To this
union were born 8 children; three departed this life in early childhood and
Carrie Walters Carpenter, March 1, 1920. Those surviving are Lulu Carpenter of
Powhatan; Retta Carle of Beallsville; Fern Rothenbuhler of Cameron; Emory at
home; sixteen grandchildren and a host of relatives and friends.
He was a kind and loving father, a splendid neighbor, a man
who loved to see his friends happy and prosperous.
In early life he became a member of the
The dear Lord s best interpreters,
Are humble,
human souls;
The gospel of a life
like his
Is more than
books or scrolls.
Spirit of Democracy,
Mrs. Martha Robinson, aged 73 years, died Sunday January
20, at her home in Summerfield, death resulting from complications following a
fractured hip suffered last fall. She was the widow of the late John K.
Robinson, well known in southeastern
She is survived by the following children; Forrest of
London, O.; Mrs. Harry Snyder of Mechanicsburg; Clyde and Ramey of Stafford;
George of Dexter City; Mrs. Iva Masters of the home; Mrs. Wilburt Franklin and
Mrs. Swazey Dotson of Summerfield and R.R. Robinson of Summerfield.
The deceased was a daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Richard Gibson
and had spent her entire life in this community. She had been a member of the
Swazey M.E. Church since youth and retained membership although residing in
Summerfield for the past few years. Following brief services at the home
Tuesday afternoon the body was taken to the
Spirit of Democracy,
Andrew Fulton McCaslin was born February 3, 1855 and died
January 18, 1929, being at the time of his death 73 years, 11 months and 15
days of age. He was the son of John and Jane McCaslin, being one of the ten
children, all preceding him in death but one brother. He grew to manhood on the
farm near Laings where he was born.
In the year 1876 he was united in marriage to Margaret
Clegg. After marriage they began housekeeping on a farm near Altitude,
The Death Angel again visited his home in 1912 and took
from him his beloved wife and helpmate after which he spent the remainder of
his life with his daughter, Mrs. Katherine Fleahman of Woodsfield.
In early youth he gave his heart to God and united with the
Presbyterian Church of Laings remaining a member until death.
All that loving hands and medical aid could do toward
alleviating his suffering was in vain.
He leaves to mourn his death, one son and one daughter,
Charles and Katherine of Woodsfield; one brother James of Shadyside; three
grandchildren and three great-grandchildren besides a number of other relatives
and friends.
Funeral services were held at the late home and final
obsequies at the Presbyterian Church at Laings on Sunday, January 20, in charge
of Rev. G.E. Henderson of Beallsville. Interment in the
Mr. McCaslin was modest in disposition, and friendly by
nature. His home was one of kindly hospitality and is happily remembered by
many of our older citizens.
Card of Thanks-We
desire to express our sincere appreciation of the many kindnesses shown us by
neighbors and friends during the illness and at the time of the death of our
dear father, Andrew McCaslin. Mrs. Katherine Fleahman, Charles C. McCaslin
Spirit of Democracy,
In Memory of Dennis Buskirk
who died January 15, 1929
So let him sleep that dreamless sleep,
Our sorrows clustering around his head;
He lives with God he is not dead.
Be comforted, ye loved who weep.
Once again Death hath summoned a Brother Odd Fellow, and
the golden gateway to the
AND WHEREAS, The all-wise and merciful Father has called
our beloved and respected Brother home,
AND WHEREAS, He having been a true and faithful Brother of
our Mystic Order, therefore be it
RESOLVED, That Woodsfield Lodge No. 377 I.O.O.F.,
Green be his memory, in the Order s heart
He loved so well, through all his true life s span
Blessed be his rest, who acted well his part
Who honor d God in doing good to man.
M.M.
McCOMAS
E.L.
LYNCH
R.M.
GRAHAM
Committee
Thomas, Lucy Thomas nee Stevens, 2nd obit
Spirit of Democracy,
Mrs. Lucy Thomas, aged 75 years, died Friday evening, January
19, at her home four miles north of Summerfield, after a lingering illness of
rheumatism. She was a daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Samuel Stevens and had
been a lifelong resident of this place. She was a member of the Palestine
Christian Church for a number of years and was highly respected by all who knew
her.
In addition to her husband, she is survived by one
foster-daughter, Mrs. H. M. Guiler of
Funeral services were held Sunday afternoon at the home and
burial was made in the
Spirit of Democracy,
The sympathy of the community is extended to Mr. and Mrs.
C. E. Yockey in the death of their first born, a son, Tuesday.[sic-Monday]
Brief services were held at the late home Tuesday afternoon
and burial was made in
[ Stillborn, unnamed, d. Jan.
28, 1929]
Spirit of Democracy,
Mrs. Anna Blanche Warfield, 54, died Friday afternoon at
1:30 o clock at the
Surviving are her husband Charles Warfield; five sons,
Roscoe, Louis and Ward of Barnesville; Alden and Elden of Steubenville, Ohio;
six daughters, Mrs. Elsie Creighton of Barnesville; Mrs. Dortha Gearling of
Wheeling; and Mildred, Helen and Mary at home; her mother Mrs. Telitha Stewart
of Canton and two sisters, Mrs. Lon Beyers of Indian Valley, Idaho and Mrs.
Emma Phillips of Barnesville.
The body was removed to the McCoy Funeral Home on
Fifteenth-st., and later sent to the family home in Barnesville. Funeral
services were conducted there Monday afternoon with Rev. W.C. Patterson of the
Spirit of Democracy,
John A. Noll, aged 82 years, well known in the
Mr. Noll was born at
Mrs. Noll, who was Miss Virginia A. Thompson, died eight
years ago, after which the deceased lived on the farm with his son, Mark Noll.
Surviving are three sons and a daughter; R.M. Noll of
Funeral services were held at the home on Tuesday at 3:00
p.m. Interment was made in
Spirit of Democracy,
Edward Wagner, one of
Mr. Wagner had survived an attack of influenza, contracted
last December 28, and developing into bronical pneumonia, only to succumb to a
break-down suffered only a few days ago. He died at 12:15 o clock. He was in
his seventy-third year.
At one time Mr. Wagner operated in
He had lived in
Keen business
ability and a most modern method of conducting his steadily expanding trade
accounted in great measure for his unusual success. The large new building at
the corner of
In April 1928, the
wholesale grocery firm was discontinued and Mr. Wagner organized the Edward
Wagner Fireproof Storage Company.
He was united in
marriage October 15, 1878 with Miss Louisa Martin of
Mr. Wagner had been a staunch member of
Surviving in addition to his wife are two son, Edward F.
and Ralph A. Wagner, both of Wheeling and four daughters; Mrs. Edward A. Mauery
of Clarington, Ohio; Miss Rena M. Wagner at home and Mrs. Paul E. Robertson and
Mrs. Frank E. Poindexter of Wheeling. Remaining also are six grandchildren;
three brothers, Charles F. and William J. Schaffer, of Gainsville, Fla., and Everett F. Schaffer
of Paden City, W.Va., and five sisters;
Mrs. Jacob J. Rothlesberger and Mrs. Edward A. Oneacre, both of New Martinsville;
Mrs. William Walters and Mrs. Fred Jenny of Clarington and Mrs. L.D. Mayhall of
Cleveland.
Funeral services were held at 2:30 o clock Saturday
afternoon at his late residence,
Spirit of Democracy,
William Jacob Davies of South of Bethesda died Friday, Jan.
18, of pneumonia following a case of influenza.
He was born near
In 1881 he was married to Ida M. Armstrong of
They are James Davies of
The funeral services were conducted Monday afternoon, Jan.
21 at Mt. Horeb Church, Rev. W.C. Patterson of Bethesda officiating. The widow
and two sons were not able to attend on account of sickness.
Spirit of Democracy,
The death of Miss Emily Virginia Strickler, 62, better
known to her many friends as Aunt Jane, occurred at the home of Mr. and Mrs.
A. G. Ross of
Death was attributed to heart trouble, the deceased having
been ill from that disease for the past seven weeks.
Miss Strickler was a member of the
Surviving her are two sisters-in-law, Mrs. Dean Strickler
of Shadyside and Mrs. Anna Strickler of Coshocton, also the following nephews;
Charles W., of Ozark; Earl of Maryland; Alfred of Chester, Pa; Ray of Neffs and
J. Bert Strickler of Bellaire, also Isaac Hammond of Wheeling, in addition to
many other relatives and friends.
The funeral was held from Grafton, Bauknecht, Mellott
Funeral Home Thursday afternoon at 3:00 o clock, Rev. Joseph B. Edie, pastor of
the
Spirit of Democracy,
Elisha Dillon, deceased, son of Henry and Sarah Jane
Dillon, was born May 29, 1881 and departed this life Jan. 8, 1929, a victim of
influenza and pneumonia.
He leaves to mourn their loss his beloved wife Bessie, one
daughter, Eunice and one son, Carl Henry; also his aged father, three brothers;
Daniel D., Charles Mason and Clarence; two sisters; Eunice Juanita Cline of
Akron and Carrie Jane Cline of Graysville and many other relatives and friends.
He joined the Christian Union Church at Low Gap in 1906 and
has strived to make his life correspond with his profession. Lash as we all
called him was a kind and loving husband and father, a true friend to all and
will be sadly missed by the community, his neighbors and all who knew him.
Funeral services were held at the home January 10th, Rev. Arthur
Weddle officiating. Interment was made in
Card of Thanks-We
desire to thank our friends and relatives for their many deeds of kindness and
sympathy shown us during the sickness and at the time of the death of our dear
husband and father. Bessie Dillon and
Children
Spirit of Democracy,
Once more the Death Angel has visited our vicinity and
taken from our midst Johnnie Jacob, son of Mr. and Mrs. E.T. Grossenbacher of
near Rittman. Johnnie was born on October 18, 1926 and died January 10, 1929,
aged 2 years, 2 months and 22 days.
He leaves to mourn, his sorrowful parents; three brothers;
three sisters and a host of relatives and friends. One younger brother was
called on December 24 last, and one brother and one sister have preceded him in
death.
His death was caused by a complications of diseases
lasting two weeks. His struggle was a
hard but futile one. Johnnie was a good child during his entire illness. All
that loving hands could do was done to relieve his suffering.

The Golden Gates were open,
A gentle voice said
Come
And with farewell unspoken,
He calmly entered
home. E.R.B.
Card of Thanks-The
parents wish to express their sincere appreciation to all their neighbors and
friends who so kindly assited them during the sickness and at the time of the
death of their beloved son, Johnnie Jacob. Mr.
and Mrs. E.T. Grossenbacher and Family
King, Mrs. Albert King 2nd
obit
Spirit of Democracy,
Mrs. Albert King of
Spirit of Democracy,
Mrs. Madison Smith, aged 69, died Friday at her home near
Edwina. Besides her husband, she is survived by two children; Herman of
Wheeling and Edith of the home.
Funeral services were held Sunday at the Hartshorn Church of