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1917
Swallow, Elizabeth E.
d: Jan. 1, 1917
1917
Ricer, Olice
1917
DEATH
Name: Charles A. WEBB
Source: Monroe County
death records
and The Spirit of Democracy
Woodsfield, Ohio, Thursday,
Jan. 4, 1917
Charles A. Webb, aged about 74
years, one of the leading citizens of Beallsville, died January 2, 1917. The
funeral will be held today (Thursday).
1917
DEATH
Name: Jacob WEISEND
Source: Monroe County
death records
and The Spirit of Democracy
Woodsfield, Ohio, Thursday,
Jan. 4, 1917
Jacob WEISEND, aged 74 years died
at his home near Kuhn, Ohio December 27, 1916, from dropsy, with
which disease he had been afflicted for four years, and confined to his bed for
the past nine months. He leaves to mourn his death a widow, four sons, Adam,
Clem, Alex and Dora WEISEND and five daughters, Mrs. Charles WIRES of Florida,
Mrs. A. J. SCHUMACHER of Woodsfield,
Mrs. Simon KUHN of Kuhn and Misses Lorena and Malinda WEISEND at home. The
funeral held Saturday and interment made in the Miltonsburg Catholic cemetery.
1916
Wood, Elizabeth
d: Dec. 29, 1916
1917
Litman, John W.
d: Jan. 1, 1917
1917
Swallow, Elizabeth E.
d: Jan. 1, 1917
1917
Ricer, Olice
d: Jan. 2, 1917
1917
DEATH
Name: William DAUGHERTY
Source: The
Spirit of Democracy
Woodsfield, Ohio, Thurs.,
January 4, 1917
William DAUGHERTY, aged 43 years,
of Benwood, West Virginia, was instantly killed and Mrs.
Steve POLLACK and four year old daughter seriously, probably fatally injured,
when a touring car driven by Daugherty went over the narrows, below McMechen,
at 3:20 o clock Sunday afternoon. The car dropped about 25 feet and then rolled
70 feet down the hillside to the ditch along the B. & O. tracks. Mrs.
Pollack sustained a compound fracture of the thigh, two broken fingers and is
thought to be internally injured. Her daughter received a fractured skull. Sam
VISNICK, his wife and son, the other occupants of the car, were only slightly
injured.
Daugherty was found with his head
pinned under the fender and resting on the ground and his feet in the car
between the steering wheel rod and the seat. Mrs. Pollack and her child were
laying in the ditch along side of the car. Visnick, his wife and son fell from
the car where it struck last, about 20 feet above the level of the B. & O.
tracks before taking its final drop.
Mr. Daugherty, who was a nephew
of Auditor T. A. DAUGHERTY, of Woodsfield, had been an employee of the Hitchman
Coal company for probably en or twelve years. He operated on of the machines
used in the mining of coal. He and his wife and their three sons, the oldest a
young man, resided on South
Marshall Street, Benwood. The family opened a
restaurant in the room just north of the Midway pharmacy about a week ago. The
deceased is also survived by his mother and several brothers who reside in
Moundsville. Among the brothers are Al, Dinger and Otto DAUGHERTY.
Auditor Daugherty left on the
noon train Monday to attend the funeral.
1917
Drake, George W.
d: Jan. 5, 1917
1917
Perkins, Arminta J.
d: Jan. 5, 1917
1917
Ewing, Frank B.
d: Jan 20, 1917
1917
Schaub, Elizabeth
d: Jan. 20, 1917
1917
DEATH
Name: George DRAKE
Source: Monroe
County death records
and The Spirit of Democracy
Woodsfield, Ohio, Thurs., Jan.
11, 1917
George DRAKE, aged 76 years, died
suddenly at his home in Woodsfield Friday, January 5, 1917, from a heart
failure. The funeral was held Monday. Deceased was a veteran of the Civil War
1917
Webb, Charles A.
d: Jan. 2, 1917 Beallsville
1917
Moore, Minnie H.
d: Jan. 3, 1917
1917 XXXXX
DEATH
Name: Mrs. Lilly MATZ, nee POULTON
Source: Monroe
County death records
and The Spirit of Democracy
Woodsfield, Ohio, Thurs., Jan.
11, 1917
Collection of
Ralph E. Matz
Lillian MATZ, aged about
forty-six years, wife of W. M. MATZ, died Monday evening, January 9, 1917, from
a complication of diseases. Deceased was a daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Oswald
POULTON. She leaves a husband and six children. She was a member of the
Catholic Church and the funeral will be held at that Church Friday
morning.
1917
DEATH
Names: Mrs. Maud WILLIAMS
and Dr. John H. WILLIAMS
Source: The Spirit of Democracy
Woodsfield, Ohio, Thurs., Jan.
11, 1917
A writer from Summerfield, Ohio
to the Zanesville Signal gives the following account of the double tragedy
enacted at that place Friday, January 5, 1917. The writer says:
When little Holly WILLIAMS aged
11, returned to his home here after school Friday afternoon, he found his
mother Mrs. Maud WILLIAMS, 50, dead on the floor in the dining room; a few seconds
later the child heard the report of a revolver shot in an upper room which
resulted ten hours later in the death of his father, Dr. John H. WILLIAMS.
All circumstances surrounding the
tragedy indicate that Dr. Williams killed his wife at 3 o clock Friday
afternoon by firing a bullet into her temple. Disordered condition of the
furniture of the room point out that Mrs. Williams made a terrible struggle for
her life.
Stung by the grief-stricken
screams of his young son when he returned from school, and unable to face the
accusing eyes of his child, Dr. Williams took his own life at 3:30 o clock with
the same weapon which he had used in murdering his wife. Dr. Williams body was
found in a bedroom in the second story of the house. He died early Saturday
morning without regaining consciousness, and leaving no explanation for the
double shooting. He was 60 years old.
A 38 caliber revolver was used by
Dr. Williams in the shooting. The fact that the physician was at one time
confined in a sanitarium for mental derangement leads the authorities to
believe that the crime and suicide were committed while Dr. Williams was not
mentally responsible for his deeds.
Both Dr. and Mrs. Williams were
socially prominent and highly esteemed. Dr. Williams had practiced medicine for
over thirty years. He was a mason and a member of the Knights of Pythias. Mrs. Williams was an active member of the
Summerfield M. E. Church.
They are Miss Hattie REED of Zanesville, Ohio, Mrs. Vivian WARD of Cleveland,
Ohio, Ford REED of Jackson, Michigan, Con REED of Salt Lake City, Utah, Rodger
REED of Canton, Ohio, Mrs. T. S. BECKER of American Falls, Idaho, Miss Clara
REED of Woodsfield and William REED of Summerfield.
Dr. Williams had also been
previously married.
Dr. and Mrs. Williams were well
known in Woodsfield, Mrs. Williams at one time being a resident here.
1917XXXXX
MARRIAGE
Names: Mr. August C. YOSS
and Miss Della HALDIMAN
Source: The Spirit of Democracy
Woodsfield, Ohio, Thurs., Jan.
18, 1917
Mr. August C. YOSS and Miss Della
HALDIMAN were married January 10, 1917, by the Rev. F. SCHNATHORST.
1917XXXXXXX
DEATH
Name: Mr. John R. BROWN
Source: Monroe
County death records
and The Spirit of Democracy
Woodsfield, Ohio, Thurs., Jan.
18, 1917
Mr. John R. BROWN aged 79 years,
died at his home at Antioch,
Ohio, January 9, 1917. Deceased
was a veteran of the Civil War and served in Company B, second Regiment West
Virginia Volunteers. Interment at Unity
Baptist Church
Thursday. Mr. Brown had just returned from Tulsa, Oklahoma,
where he had been visiting his daughter Mrs. E. H. BRADY.
1917XXXXx
MARRIAGE
Names: Mr. Leo REISCHMAN
and Miss Clara REISBECK
Source: The Spirit of Democracy
Woodsfield, Ohio, Thurs., Jan.
18, 1917
Collection of
Gertrude Christman Kahrig
Mr. Leo REISCHMAN of Miltonsburg, Ohio and
Miss Clara REISBECK of Barnesville,
Ohio were married January 9,
1917, at the Catholic Church at Barnesville, Father William ROBBEN officiating.
The bride and groom are well known and have many friends in Monroe and Belmont
counties. They will reside at Miltonsburg.
1917
John R. Brown
d- January 9, 1917
1917XXXXX
MARRIAGE
Names: Mr. John
DILLON
and Mrs.
Julia A. BAKER
Source: The
Spirit of Democracy
Woodsfield, Ohio, Thurs., Jan.
25, 1917
Mr. John DILLON and Mrs. Julia A.
BAKER were married January 18, 1917, by Mayor L. P. NEUHART.
1917
DEATH
Name: Mary Ann CARPENTER
Source: The
Spirit of Democracy
Woodsfield, Ohio,Thurs., Jan.
25, 1917
Mary Ann RICHESON CARPENTER aged
70 years, wife of Joseph CARPENTER, died January 12, 1917, at her home near Calais, Ohio
after a lingering illness of complications. Besides the husband, she is
survived by three daughters by a former marriage, Mrs. Charles HANNAHS, Mrs.
Abel BROWN and Mrs. Elmer HANNAHS.
1917
Witchy, Jacob
d: Jan. 16, 1917
1917
Potts, Stillborn
d: Jan. 17, 1917
1917
Adair, Eliza M.
d: Jan. 19, 1917
1917
Schaub,
Elizabeth
d: January 20,
1917
1917
DEATH
Name: John W. ROUSE
Source: The
Spirit of Democracy
Woodsfield, Ohio, Thurs., Jan.
25, 1917
John W. ROUSE, aged about 65
years, died suddenly at his home in Summerfield Monday, January 22, 1917,
forenoon.
He went to his store in the morning
as usual and from there to the First National Bank of which he was president.
After returning from the bank to his store he began feeling sick and remarked
to his partner that he would go home. In a few moments after arriving at his
home he died.
Mr. Rouse was a son of the late
Mr. and Mrs. Benjamin ROUSE of Hope
Ridge and grew to manhood
on the farm there. Later he became interested in the mercantile business in
Summerfield and was also one of the leading men to establish the First National
Bank at that place and has been president from the first organization. He was a
splendid business man and because of his honest upright life he enjoyed the
respect of all who knew him. He was a member of the Methodist Episcopal Church
and Independent Order of Oddfellows. A wife, two daughters are left; Also three
brothers, James G. ROUSE and Thomas D. ROUSE of Woodsfield, and W. H. ROUSE and
one sister Miss M. Elizabeth ROUSE of Hope Ridge. The funeral was held
Wednesday afternoon. Interment at Summerfield,
Ohio.
1917
Little, Lydia
d: Jan. 22, 1917
1917
Peters, Carl A.
d: Jan. 24, 1917
1917XXXXx
MARRIAGE
Names: Mr. Everett T. McGILTON
and Miss Orilla J. YOHO
Source: The
Spirit of Democracy
Woodsfield, Ohio, Thursday,
Feb. 1, 1917
Mr. Everett T. McGILTON and Miss
Orilla J. YOHO were married January 25, 1917 by W. D. RICHNER, Justice of
Peace.
1917
Cannon, Marian M.
d: Jan. 27, 1917
1917
Jones, Lida A.
d: Jan. 29, 1917
1917XXXXX
DEATH
Name: Mr. Alexander S. BROWNFIELD
Source: Monroe
County death records
and The Spirit of Democracy
Woodsfield, Ohio, Thursday,
Feb. 8, 1917
Collection of
Gertrude Christman Kahrig
Death of Mr. Alexander S.
BROWNFIELD, aged 74 years, died at his home near Antioch January 30, 1917, after an illness of
a few weeks.
Mr. Brownfield was born in Seneca
township, this County, and after growing to manhood went to Antioch and engaged in the mercantile
business and continued in that business until a few years ago when he left the
store and purchased a farm on which he resided until his death. Deceased had a
wide acquaintance and many friends. We know him as an honest upright citizen,
obliging and kind. He leaves a wife and three sons and three daughters. The
funeral services were held Thursday, interment at Antioch, Ohio.
1917
Gatchell, Hariett
d: Feb. 5, 1917
1917
Harman, Stillborn
d: Feb. 11, 1917
1917
Hays, Trissie
d: Feb 25, 1917
1917
DEATH
Name: Miss Ethel FISHER
Source: The Spirit of Democracy
Woodsfield, Ohio, Thurs., Feb.
8, 1917
Miss Ethel FISHER, daughter of
Mr. and Mrs. M. M. FISHER of Buchanan Station died January 30, 1917, after a
several years illness. Miss Fisher was about 18 years of age. Funeral services
were held Thursday and interment in Buchanan cemetery.
1917
Thompson, Stephen
d: Jan. 26, 1917
1917
Taylor, Hilda I.
d: Jan. 24, 1917
1917
Potts, Simon
d: Jan. 24, 1917
1917
Williams, John E.
d: Jan. 28, 1917
1917
DEATH
Name: Mrs. Lydia JONES
Source: The Spirit of Democracy
Woodsfield,
Ohio, Thurs., Feb. 8, 1917
Mrs. Lydia JONES, aged 47 years,
died at her home at Calais,
Ohio January 29, 1917, from
pneumonia. Funeral services were held Tuesday conducted by the Rev. G. P.
MORRISON and interment in the Calais
cemetery.
1927
Tubaugh, William
d: 1927
1927
Thomas, Elizabeth R.
d: Jan. 10, 1927
1927
Jones, Harvey
d: Jan. 22, 1927
1927
Huffman, Zellma
d: Jan. 26, 1927
1927
Moore, Ralph H.
d: Jan. 27, 1927
1917
Egger, Magdalena
d: Jan. 31, 1917
1927
Norris, Mary E.
d: Feb. 1, 1927
1927
Ricer, John H.
d: Feb. 2, 1927
1927
Strickling, Mary A.
d: Feb. 6, 1927
1927
Ward, R.
d: Feb. 9, 1927
1917
Carpenter, Mariah J.
d: Feb. 1, 1917
1917
Piatt, Ray T.
d: Feb. 4, 1917
1917
Howell, Anthony
d: Feb. 4, 1917
1917
Goddard, James M.
d: Feb. 4, 1917 Woodsfield
1917
Miracle, Elizabeth
d: Feb. 6, 1917
1917
King, Martha
d: Feb. 7, 1917
1917
Cline, James P.
d: Feb. 9, 1917
1917
Martin, Francis Potts
d: Feb. 10, 1917
1917
DEATH
Name: John GILMORE
Source: The
Spirit of Democracy
Woodsfield, OH, Thurs. , Feb.
15, 1917
John GILMORE, aged 70 years, a
well known citizen of the Calais
neighborhood, died of pneumonia last Sunday, February 11, 1917. He is survived
by his wife, three sons, Clem GILMORE of Batesville,
Ohio, Carl and Ned GILMORE of Calais,
Ohio, and one daughter, Mrs. Homer STEPHEN of Summerfield, Ohio.
The funeral services conducted by the Reverend Fred GILMORE, were held from the
home Tuesday and burial was made in the Calais
cemetery, Calais, Ohio.
1917
Harman, Stillborn
d: Feb. 11, 1917
1917
Newhart, Henry
d: Feb. 12, 1917
1917
DEATH
Name: Harriet GATCHELL
Source: Monroe County
death records
and The Spirit of Democracy
Woodsfield, Ohio, Thurs., Feb.
15, 1917
It is with sadness we note the
death of our friend and neighbor, Mrs. Harriett Gatchell who was born July 7,
1844, and departed from this life February 5, 1917, being at the time of her
death 72 years, six months and 29 days of age. She united with the Baptist Church at this place in the year of
1865. As a friend and neighbor a community would need no better. She was always
cheerful and ready and willing to lend a helping hand to those in need, and
gave good advice to all. She seemed to have always had her share of
disappointments and adversities of this life, but bore them all with Christian
grace and fortitude, never murmured or complained but was always willing and
submissive to the will of Him who doeth all things well.
Harriet A. WESTBROOK was married
to Winfield J. GATCHELL December 28, 1865, Born to this union was four children
three of which have preceded her to the better world - - Ella and Alzada GATCHELL
who died in infancy, and William F. GATCHELL who died at the age of 31 years,
in 1905. She leaves to mourn her departure a husband, one daughter, Mrs. Anna
MANN, four grandchildren and one great-grandchild. They have the sympathy of
the entire community in their sad bereavement, and may they look forward in
blessed anticipation and glorious hope of a coming day when they shall meet in
that blissful land where sad farewells never come and parting is no more.
The funeral services were
conducted in the Methodist
Church Wednesday,
February 7, by the Rev. M. L. WOTTLING of New Matamoras and interment made in
Graysville cemetery.
1917
Lupton, Charity A.
d: Feb. 14, 1917
1917
Parks, John
d: Feb. 12, 1917
1917
Sprague, Sallie
d: Feb. 15, 1917
1917
DEATH
Name: William NALLEY
Source: The
Spirit of Democracy
Woodsfield,
Ohio, Thursday, Mar. 1, 1917
We learn that William NALLEY,
aged 16 years, son of Mr. and Mrs. Maywood NALLEY of Sycamore Valley, Ohio was
killed suddenly February 15, 1917. He was going to see the doctor to get
medicine for a cousin who was ill. He rode across the field thinking to save
time. When the body was found, the evidence showed that in crossing a stream,
his horse jumped and threw him from the saddle.  He is
survived by his parents, four sisters and one brother.
1917
Carleton, Richard
d: Feb. 19, 1917
1917XXXXX
MARRIAGE
Names: Mr. Herbert ANDERSON
and Miss Ann REISCHMAN
Source: The
Spirit of Democracy
Woodsfield,
Ohio, Thursday, Mar. 1, 1917
Mr. Herbert ANDERSON and Miss
Anna REISCHMAN of Barnesville were united in marriage February 20, 1917. The
ceremony was performed at the Catholic Church by the Reverend Father ROBBINS.
The bride is a daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Jacob REISCHMAN.
1917XXXXx
BIRTH
Name: Son of Mr. & Mrs. James A. MOORE
Source: The
Spirit of Democracy
Woodsfield,
Ohio, Thurs., March 1, 1917
Collection of
Gertrude Christman Kahrig
Mr. and Mrs. James A. MOORE of
Jerusalem, Ohio are the happy parents of a fine baby boy born to them February
13, 1917.
1917
Haught, Benjamin
d: Feb. 17, 1917
1917
Mann, Floyd B.
d: Feb. 22, 1917
1917
Soles, Rebecca
d: Feb. 23, 1917
1917
Clark, Earl
d: Feb. 24, 1917
1917
Kacher, Alexander
d: Feb. 27, 1917
1917
Wright, Herman U.
d: Feb. 26, 1917
1917
Ross, John D.
d: Feb. 28, 1917
1917
Ring, George B.
d: Feb. 28, 1917
1917
DEATH
Name: William E. SCHOONOVER
Source: newspaper clipping
Woodsfield, Ohio, March 1917
William E. SCHOONOVER was born
November 22, 1834, and died March 1, 1917. He was 83 years, 3 months, 7
days. He married Christina Porter in 1855. Eight daughters are all
living except Mary Elizabeth SCHOONOVER who died in infancy. Christena SCHOONOVER
died August 4, 1901 and he then married Letha Harrison. There are 35
grandchildren and 24 great-grandchildren. Three brothers and one sister
survive. He was buried March 4 at Mt. Moriah Cemetery.
1917
Ring, George B.
d: Feb. 28, 1917
1917
Barr, Jermiah
d: Mar. 1, 1917
1917
Schoonover, William E.
d: Mar. 1, 1917
1917
Harman, Stafford
d: Mar. 2, 1917
1917
Taylor, Clara
d: Mar. 3, 1917
1917
DEATH
Name: Mrs. Shep WISE
Source: The Spirit of Democracy
Woodsfield,
Ohio, Thurs., Mar. 8, 1917
Mrs. Shep WISE of Lewisville,
Ohio died Monday, March 5, 1917, and was buried at Bracken Chapel
Wednesday.
1917
DEATH
Name: Aaron YOUNG
Source: The Spirit of Democracy
Woodsfield,
Ohio, Thurs., Mar. 8, 1917
Aaron YOUNG, aged 85 years, died
at his home at Bucyrus, Ohio, March 2, 1917. He was born near Nelsonville and
was a veteran of Company K, 116th O. V. I. in the civil war.
1917
Harman, Stafford
d: Mar. 2, 1917
1917
Yost, Frances
d: Mar. 4, 1917
1917
Leasure, Frances L.
d: March 4, 1917
1917
Wise, Sarah J.
d: Mar. 4, 1917
1917
Read, Glen L.
d: Mar. 5, 1917
1917
Pyles, James M.
d: Mar. 8, 1917
1917
Lapp, Emma
d: Mar. 8, 1917
1917
Mofett, Howard H.
d: Mar. 9, 1917
1917
Pennington, Amanda
d: Mar. 9, 1917
1917
Havely, Martha J.
d: Mar. 10, 1917
1917
Githens, P. D.
d: Mar. 10, 1917
1917
Leisure, Mabel
d: Mar. 14, 1917
1917
Crow, Sarah M.
d: Mar. 14, 1917
1917
Secrest, George K.
d: Mar. 16, 1917
1917
Lumbatis, Wilford
d: Mar. 18, 1917
1917XXXXX
DEATH
Name: Miss Elizabeth BROOKS
Source: The Spirit of Democracy
Woodsfield,
Ohio, Thurs., March 8, 1917
Collection of
Gertrude Christman Kahrig
Miss Elizabeth BROOKS, aged 79,
of Athens, Ohio was burned to death in the house in which she was born,
February 28, 1917. Her clothing caught fire as she sat before an open fire and
even her chair was consumed by the
blaze.
1917
Crum, John B.
d: Mar. 7, 1917
1917
Martin, Ebenezar
d: Mar. 3, 1917
1917
Henthorn, Mahala J.
d: Mar. 3, 1917
1917
DEATH
Name: Mrs. Isaac SHAFER, nee Conger
Source: The
Spirit of Democracy
Woodsfield,
Ohio, Thurs., Mar. 15, 1917
Mrs. Isaac (Pluma) CONGER SHAFER
of near Woodsfield, mother of Stephen SHAFER of Wayne township, Monroe County,
Ohio died March 8, 1917, from a
complication of diseases.
1917
Steiger, Rosina
d: Mar. 9, 1917
1917 XXXXX
DEATH
Name: Howard MOFFETT
Source: The
Spirit of Democracy
Woodsfield,
Ohio, Thurs., Mar. 15, 1917
Collection of
Gertrude Christman Kahrig
Howard MOFFETT, aged 19 years, of
Toronto, died suddenly Friday, March 9, 1917 while visiting his aunt, Mrs.
Herman SEEBACH of Lewisville, Ohio. He took ill Thursday from appendicitis and
died the following day. The remains were taken to Toronto for interment.
1917
DEATH
Name: Dr. P. D. GITHENS
Source: Monroe County death records
and The Spirit of Democracy
Woodsfield,
Ohio, Thurs., Mar. 15, 1917
Dr. Philemon Dixon GITHENS, of
Switzerland township, Monroe County, Ohio died March 10, 1917. He was born in
Camden, New Jersey, September 18, 1833. In 1859, he was married to Miss
Elizabeth RUBLE who survives him. Four sons were born to this union, William
David GITHENS died in 1881; Prof. C. E. GITHENS who is superintendent of the
city schools of Wheeling, West Virginia, Bernard P. GITHENS at home and Charles
S. GITHENS who was killed in 1915 in an auto accident. Interment made in the
Ruble cemetery located on the farm.
1917
Crum, Minnie
d: Mar. 11, 1917
1917
McDonald, Sara
d: Mar. 11, 1917
1917
Carpenter, Benjamin F.
d: Mar. 12, 1917
1917
DEATH
Name: John NALLEY
Source: The
Spirit of Democracy
Woodsfield,
Ohio, Thurs., March 22, 1917
John NALLEY, whose age is given
as 107 years, had he lived until July 4, 1917, died at the home of his son W.
H. Nalley, near Antioch, Ohio March 15, 1917, from infirmities of old age.
Mr. Nalley served during the
Civil War from August 1862 to its close, in Company C, 92nd Regiment O. V. I. and passed through
several severe battles. At the close of the war he returned to Woodsfield and
has resided near this place since. He was born at Morristown, Belmont County,
Ohio and had been married three times, each of his wives preceding him in
death. The funeral services were held Saturday and were conducted by the
Reverend J. M. PUGH of Antioch, Ohio and interment made in the Antioch
cemetery.
1917
Oneill, Theodore L.
d: Mar. 17, 1917
1917
Travis, John
d: Mar. 18, 1917
1917
Ella Brown
d- March 20, 1917
1917bXXXXX
STEIGER, Rosa
Source:
"Clarington Independent"
Mrs. Rosa Steiger, daughter of Mr.
and Mrs. Benedict Krebs, was born September 29, 1843, in Switzerland Township,
Monroe County, Ohio, and lived in that vicinity all her life. In early life she
became a member of the German Baptist Church and lived a devout christian life
until she passed to her reward March 9, 1917. On December 28, 1862, she was
united in marriage to John U. Steiger, who preceeded her in death May 14, 1906.
She leaves to mourn her loss nine children, twenty grandchildren and one
great-grandchild. The funeral sevices were held at the house at 1p.m. March 12,
1917, conducted by Rev. Joe Ingold of Sardis and assisted by Rev. Fred Thomas,
of near New Martinsville, W.Va. Interment in the home burying ground.
1917
Brake, Catherine
d: Mar. 22, 1917
1917
Beaubont, Stillborn
d: Mar. 23, 1917
1917
Johnson, Patrick H.
d: Mar. 23, 1917
1917
Johnson, Lucian M.
d: Mar. 23, 1917
1917
Lucinda Baker
d-March 24, 1917
1917
DEATH
Name: Mr. John WAHL
Source: The Spirit of Democracy
Woodsfield,
Ohio, Thurs., Mar. 29, 1917
Mr. John WAHL, aged 70 years,
died at his home in Woodsfield March 28, 1917 from stomach trouble. He is
survived by his widow, four sons and five daughter, Peter WAHL of Lewisville
Route one, Joseph H. WAHL of Woodsfield, Charles WAHL of Donors, Pennsylvania,
Ignatius WAHL of Martins Ferry, Mrs. William K. DOUGHERTY of Ravenna, Ohio,
Mrs. George MILLER of Coats, Mrs. James and Mrs. Charles MILLER of Martins
Ferry, and Agnes WAHL of Zanesville, Ohio. Mr. Wahl was born in Summit
Township, Monroe County, and has lived in this community all his life, winning
the respect and esteem of all who knew him. He was a member of the Catholic Church.
He and his wife came to Woodsfield about a year ago, having retired from the
active duties of the farm. Funeral was held Monday and was conducted by the
Reverend Father SEEBER. Interment in the Woodsfield Catholic cemetery,
Woodsfield, Ohio.
1917
Jelb L. Adams
d-March 27, 1917
1917XXXXX
MARRIAGE
Names: Mr. L. B. HARMON
and Miss Lela CLINE
Source: The
Spirit of Democracy
Woodsfield,
Ohio, Thursday, April 5, 1917
Mr. L. B. HARMON and Miss Lela
CLINE wee married March 29, 1917 by W. D. RICHNER, Justice of Peace.
1917
DEATH
Name: James HIGHMAN
Source: Monroe
County death records
and The Spirit of Democracy
Woodsfield,
Ohio, Thursday, April 5, 1917
James HIGHMAN died at his home on Conner Ridge Monday evening
March 26, 1917 after a lingering illness from dropsy. He is survived by his
wife and four children. Funeral services were held Wednesday afternoon and
interment made in the Conner ridge cemetery.
1917
DEATH
Name: J. W. NEISWONGER
Source: The
Spirit of Democracy
Woodsfield, Ohio,
Thursday, April 5, 1917
The funeral services of Honorable
James W. NEISWONGER, whose death occurred at Columbus, Ohio last week, mention
of which was made in last week s issue of The
Spirit of Democracy, was held at his late home at Beallsville, Ohio on
Friday.
Mr. Neiswonger was 59 years of
age and was well known throughout Monroe County, Ohio, having been engaged in
teaching school and also took an active part in politics during the last few
years. He was elected Representative last November and had been at Columbus all
winter where he was when taken ill. He was a man well informed on all the
questions of the day. His death will be regretted by many. He leaves a wife and
six children. The funeral services were conducted by the Reverend Kiddo P. Simmons
of the Presbyterian Church, to which denomination deceased belonged.
The following persons went from
here to attend the funeral: Honorable George S. CRAWFORD of Graysville, Ohio,
and J. W. LENTZ of Antioch, Ohio, and T. A. DOUGHERTY, N. E. ODEN, A. C.
McDOUGAL, M. M. MANN, J. L. PAULUS, Chris LUDEY, M. C. DOUGHERTY, Ed. C. FEIOCK, E. J. WICHEMAN, O.
P. CASSIL, A. G. MILLIGAN and D. E. YOST. Also, Mrs. T. A. DOUGHERTY, Mrs. John
OKEY, Mrs. N. E. OGDEN and Mrs. F. M. HAWKINS and possible whose names we were
unable to get.
1917XXXXx
MARRIAGE
Names: Mr. Emil DORER
and Miss Rose WEISEND
Source: The
Spirit of Democracy
Woodsfield,
Ohio, Thurs., Apr. 19, 1917
Mr. Emil DORER of Bellaire, Ohio
and Miss Rose WEISEND of Bridgeport, Ohio were married April 10, 1917. Mr.
Dorer is a leading young man of Bellaire and the bride is a daughter of Mr. and
Mrs. Charles WEISEND of Bridgeport, formerly of this place.
1917
Tisher, Inez
d: Mar. 30, 1917
1917
Martin, Isaac M.
d: Mar. 31, 1917
1917
Ridgeway, Margaret A.
d: Apr. 3, 1917
1917
Monteith, William F.
d: Apr. 4, 1917
1917
Christy, Mary A.
d: Apr. 7, 1917
1917
DEATH
Name: Lucy STACKHOUSE
Source: The Spirit of Democracy
Woodsfield,
Ohio, April 19, 1917
Lucy STRICKLING Stackhouse, only
daughter of Joseph and Nancy STRICKLING, born in Frederick County, Virginia,
September 23, 1834, died at her son s home, Albert of Ashland, Ohio, on April
7, age of 82 years, 6 months and 14 days. She was married to Jacob Stackhouse,
who was a widower with 5 children and all living. Lucy s children: Nancy M.,
Louisa E., Joseph W., Albert S., Marion E., Clark R, and George E. STACKHOUSE.
Three of these children died previously, also her husband Jacob STACKHOUSE.
Fall of 1901, she moved to Ashland while Jacob was in the Civil War. Lucy was
buried in the Nankin Cemetery in Ashland County.
1917
Arnold, Amanda
d: Apr. 11, 1917
1917
Felix Arn
d-April 19, 1917
1917
DEATH
Name: Mrs. Ella M. SMITH
Source: Monroe
County death records
and The Spirit of Democracy
Woodsfield,
Ohio, Thurs., Apr. 19, 1917
Mrs. Ella M. SMITH, aged 29
years, died from cancer at the home of
Mr. and Mrs. W. F. RIST on North main street April 12, 1917. A husband and two
children are left. The funeral was held Saturday.
1917XXXXx
MARRIAGE
Names: Mr. Otto R. HOFFMAN
and Miss Freda SEEBACH
Source: The Spirit of Democracy
Woodsfield,
Ohio, Thurs., April 19, 1917
On Saturday morning, April 7,
1917, at six o clock Miss Freda SEEBACH was united in marriage to Mr. Ott R.
HOFFMAN of Akron, Ohio. The ceremony was performed at the parsonage by the
Reverend A. H. KNIPPING, pastor of St. Paul s Evangelical Church, in the
presence of a few close friends. Immediately following the ceremony and
congratulations the young people and their friends took the morning train for
Lewisville where a hearty welcome awaited them at the Seebach home, the family
having recently moved from Woodsfield to that place.
1917
Gauding, Caroline B.
d: Apr. 12, 1917
1917
Fortner, John A.
d: Apr. 14, 1917
1917
William Briggs
d-April 18, 1917
1917XXXXX
MARRIAGE
Names: Mr. Henry HERCHER
and Miss Laura NALLEY
Source: The
Spirit of Democracy
Woodsfield,
Ohio, Thurs., April 26, 1917
Mr. Henry HERCHER and Miss Laura
NALLEY were married April 18, 1917 by W. D. RICHNER, J. P.
1917
Holtsclaw, Jane
d: Apr. 17, 1917
1917
Felix Arn
d-April 19, 1917
1917
DEATH
Name: John STOEHR
Source: The
Spirit of Democracy
Woodsfield,
Ohio, Thurs., Apr. 26, 1917
John STOEHR, aged 67 years, died
at his home in Pittsburg April 17, 1917. Deceased was a resident of Woodsfield
during his younger days, but several years ago he removed to Pittsburgh where
he was very fortunate in business affairs. He leaves a widow and two children
and one brother, Mr. Louis Stoehr of Beallsville. Many citizens of Woodsfield
and Lewisville, Ohio will remember Mr. Stoehr and extend their sympathy to the
bereaved family. He was a good neighbor and friend.
1917XXXXX
MARRIAGE
Names: Mr. Carl W. DENBOW
and Miss Etta FEIBER
Source: The Spirit of Democracy
Woodsfield,
Ohio, Thurs., May 3, 1917
Mr. Carl W. DENBOW and Miss Etta
FEIBER were married April 25, 1917 by W. D. RICHNER, Justice of Peace.
1917
Daugherty, Mary
d: Apr. 26, 1917
1917
Bettie L. Baker
d-April 26, 1917
1917XXXXx
MARRIAGE
Names: Mr. Cecil HOGUE
and Miss Campsidell NALLEY
Source: The Spirit of Democracy
Woodsfield,
Ohio, Thurs., May 3, 1917
Mr. Cecil HOGUE and Miss
Campsidell NALLEY were married April 28, 1917 by W. D. RICHNER, J. P.
1917
DEATH
Name: Mrs. Mary J. DOUGHERTY
Source: The Spirit of Democracy
Woodsfield,
Ohio, Thurs., May 3, 1917
Mrs. Mary J. DOUGHERTY died at
the home of her daughter, Mrs. Enoch YOST April 26, 1917, being at the time of
her death 91 years old. In 1845 she was married to Matthew Dougherty. To this
union was born four children, Thomas DOUGHERTY of Antioch, Ohio, M. C.
DOUGHERTY of Woodsfield, Margaret DOUGHERTY of Clarington, her husband and one
child having preceded her to the great beyond. Grandma was an exceptionally
good wife and mother, always cheerful and industrious and always met friends
with a smile. She appreciated an opportunity to help friends in every way. She
was wholly resigned to God s will. We have consolation in knowing that she is
through with the toils and cares of this life. We know that if we are faithful
we shall meet on that Beautiful shore. The remains were taken to Woodsfield
where she was laid to rest in the Catholic cemetery to await the resurrection.
May she rest in peace.
1917
Suter, Mary N.
d: Apr. 15, 1917
1917
VanFosson, Sarah E.
d: Apr. 18, 1917
1917
Martin, Nimroe A.
d: Apr. 24, 1917
1917
Smith, Bazil
d: Apr. 24, 1917
1917
Hogue, Gerald F.
d: Apr. 28, 1917
Shook, Ruth E.
d: Apr. 28, 1917
1917
Martin, James E.
d: May 3, 1917
1917XXXXX
MARRIAGE
Names: Mr. Arthur F. NEUHARDT
and Miss Bertha CHRISTMAN
Source: The Spirit of Democracy
Woodsfield,
Ohio, Thurs., May 10, 1917
Collection of
Gertrude Christman Kahrig
Mr. Arthur F. NEUHARDT and Miss
Bertha CHRISTMAN were married May 1,1917 by the Rev. A. H. KNIPPING.
1917
Flauhaus, Susanna
d: Apr. 30, 1917
1917
DEATH
Name: Daniel CARPENTER
Source: The Spirit of Democracy
Woodsfield,
Ohio, Thurs., May 10, 1917
Collection of
Gertrude Christman Kahrig
Daniel CARPENTER, aged 60 years,
met tragic death at his home in Calais, Ohio, Friday, May 4, 1917. He leaves a wife and several
children. The funeral was held Sunday.
1917
Doherty, Maggie
d: May 5, 1917
1917
DEATH
Name: Edward V. OBLINGER
Source: The Spirit of Democracy
Woodsfield,
Ohio, Thurs., May 10, 1917
When a heavy Cadillac roadster
which he was driving skidded off the Gallia paved roadway, near Portsmouth,
Ohio, Edward V. OBLINGER, aged 33 years, son of John B. OBLINGER, of North Duke
and Lemon streets, Portsmouth, Ohio, was injured so badly on Thursday afternoon
that he died from his injuries late on Friday, May 4, 1917. The car overturned
on Damarin Hill while being driven at a rapid rate and was completely wrecked.
Clay from an adjoining shale bank had slid onto the road causing the accident.
Another companion, W. P. Scott, 35 years old, of Fort Thomas, Kentucky, was
also killed.
The deceased was in the employ of
the Chandler Motor company of Portsmouth, Ohio, and was on a business trip when
the accident occurred. He attended St. Mary s parochial school in Lancaster
when a youth and graduated from the Georgetown University. His father and
stepmother left on Friday for Portsmouth. One sister, Miss Louise also
survives. The funeral services will be held at Portsmouth, the body being taken
to Philadelphia for interment in the New Cathedral cemetery.
Deceased was a nephew of Mrs. O.
F. WAY and Mrs. M. V. HOEFLLER of Woodsfield, Ohio and Mr. C. G. OBLINGER of
Lewisville, Ohio.
1917XXXXX
MARRIAGE
Names: Mr. George BILLMAN
and Miss
Pearl FEIBER
Source: The Spirit of Democracy
Woodsfield,
Ohio, Thurs., May 17, 1917
Mr. George BILLMAN and Miss Pearl
FEIBER were married May 12, 1917 by W. D. RICHNER, J. P.
1917
Swallow, James
d: May 6, 1917
1917
DEATH
Name: Mrs. Michael REISCHMAN
Source: Monroe County death records
and The Spirit of Democracy
Woodsfield,
Ohio, Thurs., May 17, 1917
Collection of
Gertrude Christman Kahrig
Mary REISCHMAN aged 78 years,
relict of Michael REISCHMAN, died at her home in Miltonsburg, Ohio, May 11,
1917. The funeral took place Monday, conducted by the Reverend MUELLER, pastor
of the Catholic Church.
1917
Stetson, Huldah
d:May 14, 1917
1917XXXXX
MARRIAGE
Names: Mr. Frank E. SCHUMACHER
and Miss Bertha PEKARI
Source: The Spirit of Democracy
Woodsfield,
Ohio, Thurs., May 17, 1917
On Wednesday morning at 5:30
o clock, May 16, 1917, at St. John s Catholic Church at Miltonsburg, Ohio was
solemnized the marriage of Mr. Frank E. SCHUMACHER of Woodsfield and Miss
Bertha PEKARI of Miltonsburg. The ceremony was performed by the Reverend
MILLER, pastor of the Church at that place. After the ceremony a bountiful
wedding breakfast was served at the home of the bride and the happy couple left
for a wedding trip to some of the large cities of the East. The bride is an
accomplished young lady and enjoys the respect of the people of her
neighborhood; the groom is a young business man of Woodsfield and is well known
as an upright gentleman. We extend congratulations and wish them many years of
happy married life.
1917
DEATH
Name: Mrs.
Henry ZERGER
Source: Monroe
County death records
and The Spirit of Democracy
Woodsfield,
Ohio, Thurs., May 24, 1917
Collection of
Beryl Christman Claus
Mrs. Katharine ZERGER, relict of
Henry ZERGER, was killed Wednesday evening, May 16, 1917, of last week by her
horse running away.
Mrs. Zerger and daughter were in
Lewisville, Ohio and got in their buggy and started for their home about half a
mile distance. A sheet of paper carried by the wind frightened the horse and it
started to run. The daughter jumped out and received a slight scratch, but Mrs.
Zerger held to the lines and was thrown out of the buggy and became entangled
in the lines and drawn under the buggy and when the horse stopped at the Zerger
home Mrs. Zerger was dead, her head badly bruised and one of her legs broken and
entangled in the buggy wheel and the other limb hanging across the front axle.
She was past fifty years of age and a good woman.
1917
Melba Bartenschlag
d-May 14, 1917
1917
Holiday, Frank
d: May 16, 1917
1917
Zerger, Katherine
d: May 16, 1917
1917
Slater, Lucinda F.
d: May 20, 1917
1917XXXXx
BIRTH
Name: Mary Lorena TURNER
Source: Monroe
county birth records
Woodsfield,
Ohio, May 23, 1917
Mary Lorena TURNER born May 23,
1917 Woodsfield, Ohio.
1917
DEATH
Name:
Thomas GREENBANK
Source:
The Spirit of Democracy
Woodsfield,
Ohio, Thurs., May 24, 1917
Collection
of Beryl Christman Claus
Thomas GREENBANK, who was born near Lewisville, Ohio, this
County 71 years ago, and was in early life a leading teacher of this County,
died at his late home in Olathe, Colorado, at 8:15 Tuesday morning, May 15,
from pneumonia. He leaves a devoted wife, one daughter, four sons, all of
Colorado; also one brother, George GREENBANK, Sr., of Urbana, Ohio. Deceased
was a member of the Christian Church, a strong advocate of temperance, and a
truly good man. He was an uncle of Frank, Arthur and Jane GREENBANK, of
Lewisville, and Mrs. George WEBER and O. M. GREENBANK of this place. He moved
to Colorado about 17 years ago.
1917XXXXX
MARRIAGE
Names: Mr. Ollie GARDNER
and Miss Ethel CARPENTER
Source: The Spirit of Democracy
Woodsfield,
Ohio, Thurs., May 31, 1917
Mr. Ollie GARDNER and Miss Ethel
CARPENTER were married May 26, 1917 by W. D. RICHNER, J. P.
1917
Rosser, Adam
d: May 28, 1917
1917
Burkhart, Stillborn
d: May 29, 1917
1917
Orr, Donald K.
d: May 29, 1917
1917
(Stillborn) Burkhart
d- May 29, 1917
1917
Lillian Bertschy
d-May 31, 1917
1917
Stephen, John F.
d: May 31, 1917
1917
Witenbrook, Jane E.
d: June 1, 1917
1917
Elizabeth Burkhart
d- June 1, 1917
1917
Harper, Mordeca J.
d: June 12, 1917
1917
Cooper, Archibal
d: June 14, 1917
1917
Burns, Liberty
d: June 14, 1917
1917
DEATH
Name: Samuel GROUX
Source: The Spirit of Democracy
Woodsfield,
Ohio, Thurs., June 14, 1917
Samuel GROUX died at his home in
Miltonsburg, Ohio June 12, 1917. Deceased was born in Switzerland and came to
this country when very young. Mr. Groux was well known throughout Monroe
County, Ohio, having served two terms as County commissioner. He was preceded
to the beyond by his wife and one child, two children still survive. We have
known Mr. Groux for many years and always found him an honest upright man. He
was more than eighty years of age and lived a very active life.
1917
Roth, Emil
d: June 5, 1917
1917
Roth, C. C.
d: June 6, 1917
1917
Mobley, Alva C.
d: June 7, 1917
1917
DEATH
Name: John GLASER, Sr.
Source: The
Spirit of Democracy
Woodsfield,
Ohio, Thurs., June 14, 1917
John GLASER, Sr. for many years a
resident of Woodsfield, died suddenly Tuesday evening, May 5th, at the home of
his daughter, Mrs. Charles REASBECK, in Martins Ferry. Death was due to a
complication of diseases incident to old age. Deceased was 83 years of age and
was born in Bavaria, Germany. He came to this country when 19 years of age and
located in Monroe County, Ohio near Woodsfield. Surviving him are five sons,
Joseph, John, Leo and Charles GLASER of Martins Ferry, and Jacob GLASER of
Braddock, Pennsylvania and three daughters, Mrs. Charles SCHUMACHER of
Woodsfield; Mrs. Charles REASBECK of Martins Ferry, and Sister Angelia of
Delano, Minnesota. He has one brother in Germany. Thirty grandchildren and 18
great-grand children also survive. The remains were brought to Woodsfield and
taken to the home of his daughter Mrs. Charles Schumacher where they were
tenderly cared for until Saturday morning when they were conveyed to the
Catholic Church and after services conducted by the Reverend Francis SEEBER
were laid to rest in the Church cemetery.
1917
Yoss, Anna
d: June 8, 1917
1917
Gibbons, Hannah A.
d: June 10, 1917
1917
Graux, Samuel
d: June 12, 1917
1917
Cree, Nancy J.
d: June 13, 1917
1917XXXXX
MARRIAGE
Names: Mr. Emmett H. SCOTT
and Miss Laura B. DILLON
Source: The Spirit of Democracy
Woodsfield,
Ohio, June 21, 1917
Mr. Emmett H. SCOTT and Miss
Laura B. DILLON were married June 13, by W. D. RICHNER, J. P.
1917XXXXX
MARRIAGE
Names: Mr. Randolph CARPENTER
and Miss Martha M. Margurette BARR
Source: The Spirit of Democracy
Woodsfield,
Ohio, Thurs., June 28, 1917
Mr. Randolph CARPENTER and Miss
Martha Mary Margurette BARR were married June 23, 1917 by H. H. GRIFFITH, Justice of Peace.
1917XXXXX
MARRIAGE
Names: Mr. Pearl SIMS
and Miss Mary CHRISTMAN
Source: The Spirit of Democracy
Woodsfield,
Ohio, Thurs., June 28, 1917
Monday evening, June 18, 1917, at
9:30 Mr. Pearl SIMS of near Zanesville, Ohio and Miss Mary CHRISTMAN of this
place were united in marriage at the Evangelical parsonage by the Reverend A.
H. KNIPPING.
1917
MARRIAGE
Names: Mr. Oscar CLAUS
and Miss Lillian Wittenbrook
Source: The Spirit of Democracy
Woodsfield,
Ohio, Thurs. June 28, 1917
Collection of
Gertrude Christman Kahrig
On June 20, 1917 Mr. Oscar CLAUS
and Miss Lillian WITTENBROOK, the former of Lewisville, Ohio and the latter of
Woodsfield, were united in marriage at the Evangelical parsonage by the Reverend A. H. KNIPPING.
1917
Canary, Charles
d: June 26, 1917
1917
MARRIAGE
Names: Mr. A. H. KINNEY
and Mrs. Rosa B. JACKSON
Source: The Spirit of Democracy
Woodsfield,
Ohio, Thurs. July 12, 1917
Mr. A. H. KINNEY and Mrs. Rosa B.
JACKSON were married July 3, 1917 by W. D. RICHNER, J. P.
1917
MARRIAGE
Names: Mr. Earl E. WINLAND
and Miss Myrtle MIRACLE
Source: The Spirit of Democracy
Woodsfield,
Ohio, Thurs. July 12, 1917
Mr. Earl E. WINLAND and Miss
Myrtle MIRACLE were married July 4, 1917, by the Reverend H. B. RASEY.
1917
MARRIAGE
Names: Mr. Carl R. RUCKER
and Miss Hazel CARPENTER
Source: The Spirit of Democracy
Woodsfield,
Ohio, Thurs. July 12, 1917
Mr. Carl R. RUCKER and Miss Hazel
CARPENTER were married July 7, 1917, by W. D. RICHNER, J. P.
1917
Cooper, Archibal
d: June 14, 1917
1917
Fisher, Margaret
d: June 15, 1917
1917
Mobley, Allie
d: June 17, 1917
1917
Keylor, Mary E.
d: June 22, 1917
1917
Stimpert, Forrest
d: June 27, 1917
1917
Clark, Anna B.
d: June 27, 1917
1917
Meckling, Joseph
d: June 29, 1917
1917
Allen Blair
d-July 7, 1917
1917
King, George W.
d: July 10, 1917
1917
DEATH
Name: John S. CARPENTER
Source: Monroe County death records
and The Spirit of Democracy
Woodsfield,
Ohio, Thurs. July 26, 1917
Mr. John S. CARPENTER, aged 77
years, three moths and ten days, died at his home near Calais Saturday
afternoon July 14, 1917, from heart disease and dropsy. A widow and twelve
children survive. The funeral services were held Tuesday and were conducted by
the Reverend GILMORE, pastor of the M. E. Church; interment in Calais cemetery,
Calais, Ohio. Mr. Carpenter was one of the most progressive farmers of the
County.
1917
Haught, Evan
d: July 15, 1917
1917
Humbert Mae
d: July 17, 1917
1916
Straub, Anna E.
d: July 17, 1917
1917
Wohnhas, Rosa
d: July 21, 1917
1917
Imhoff, Elizabeth
d: July 23, 1917
1917
Mahoney, Clara M.
d: July 24, 1917
1917
McCormick, John F.
d: July 27, 1917
1917
DEATH
Name: John S. GILLESPIE
Source: Monroe County death records
and The Spirit of Democracy
Woodsfield,
Ohio, Thurs., Aug. 9, 1917
John S. GILLESPIE, aged 70 years,
died August 1, 1917, after an illness of several months. He is survived by one
son and four daughters. The funeral services were held Friday; interment by the
side of his wife in the Woodsfield cemetery.
1917
DEATH
Name: Henry A. KEYLOR
Source: Monroe County death records
and The Spirit of Democracy
Woodsfield,
Ohio, Thurs., Aug. 9, 1917
Henry A. KEYLOR of near
Lewisville, Ohio died last week, July 30, 1917, from being struck on the head
by a pulley of a hay fork which fell from the hay loft. The accident occurred
on Saturday and the unfortunate man lived until Monday following. He was 30
years of age and had been drafted in the first call. The funeral services were
held Wednesday and were conducted by the Reverend R. L. RYALL of Wellsville,
Ohio, a former pastor; interment in the Buchanan cemetery.
1917
MARRIAGE
Names: Mr. Harry SCOTT
and Miss Ida MOBBERLY
Source: The Spirit of Democracy
Woodsfield,
Ohio, Thurs. Aug. 23, 1917
A friend writes that Mr. Harry
SCOTT of near Lebanon, and Miss Ida MOBBERLY of Pleasant Ridge were married at
Woodsfield July 28, 1917, by H. J. GRIFFITH, Justice of Peace. The bride is
a daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Milton MOBBERLY
and the groom a son of Mr. and Mrs. William SCOTT and are well respected young
people. About 150 persons gathered at the home of the bride and about $50 in
cash and $25 worth of presents were bestowed on the happy couple. A bountiful
supper was served. Many friends in Monroe County extend congratulations.
1917
South, William A.
d: Aug. 1, 1917
1917
Stacy, Maggie J.
d: Aug. 3, 1917
1917
Musgrove, Donald G.
d: Aug. 3, 1917
1917
Noell, Amanda
d: Aug. 10, 1917
1917
Henthorne, Stillborn
d: Aug. 14, 1917
1917
Gillespie, Ralph G.
d: Aug. 14, 1917
1917
Gillespie, Jessie F.
d: Aug. 15, 1917
1917
Kraft, Leona V.
d: Aug. 17, 1917
1917
King, Emma L.
d: Aug. 18, 191
1917
Abert, Mildred E.
d: Aug. 19, 1917
1917
Wells, Annie E.
d: Aug. 19, 1917
1917
Bolts, Ludwig
d: Aug. 22, 1917
1917
Jenny, Daniel
d: Aug. 25, 1917
1917
Conley, Mary L.
d: Aug. 28, 1917
1917
Suppes, Nancy
d: Sept. 2, 1917
1917
Ward, Homer L.
d: Sept. 3, 1917
1917
Moore, Charles W.
d: Sept. 3, 1917
1917
Winland, Martha K.
d: Sept. 4, 1917
1917
Joy, Marcus
d: Sept. 5,
1917
1917
Hupp, Daniel G.
d: Sept. 6, 1917
1917
DEATH
Name: Mrs. Margaret H. YOCKEY
Source: Monroe County death records
and The Spirit of Democracy
Woodsfield,
Ohio, Thurs. Sept. 13, 1917
Mrs. Margaret H. YOCKEY, aged 76
years, died Thursday, September 6, 1917, after a brief illness. Deceased had
been in poor health for some time. She is survived by her sons C. W. and
Clement YOCKEY and daughters Mrs. Gussie WEHR and Miss Madge YOCKEY. Funeral
services were held Saturday forenoon and were conducted by the Reverend ROMIG.
Deceased was a well respected lady.
1917
DEATH
Name: Miss Golia DAUGHERTY
Source: The Spirit of Democracy
Woodsfield,
Ohio, Thurs. Sept. 13, 1917
Miss Golia DAUGHERTY, aged 21
years, oldest daughter of Mr. and Mrs. T. A. DAUGHERTY, died at her home on
South Main street Tuesday evening, September 11, 1917, at 7:30 o clock, after a
painful illness of many months, during which time the anxious parents did
everything and restore her to health. Miss Daugherty was a bright young lady, a
faithful Christian in Sunday school worker and had many friends. She will be
sadly missed by her parents and brother and sister who are left. While it is
hard to part with our loved ones, yet there is consolation in knowing that the
departed one was prepared to met her Savior in peace and not be turned away and
that her intense sufferings are over. The funeral services will be held Friday
afternoon.
Then the following week, also in The Spirit of Democracy was the article:
The funeral services over the remains of Miss Golia DOUGHERTY, daughter of Mr.
and Mrs. T. A. DOUGHERTY, whose death was made mention of in these columns last
week, were held Friday afternoon and were attended by a very large number of
people. The services were held in the Methodist Episcopal Church and were
conducted by her pastor, Reverend E. R. ROMIG. The procession was led from the
residence to the Church by a number of Sunday school children and the floral
display was bountiful, contributed by absent friends as well as by home
friends. Interment was made in Oaklawn cemetery. Following is a list of persons
from a distance who attended the last services: Prof. C. S. McVAY and family of
Bellaire, Mrs. I. E. DANFORD and son Ralph of CALDWELL, Ohio, Mrs. Lucinda
McVAY of Caldwell, Mrs. H. O. YOUNG and son Earl of Cumberland, Dr. and Mrs. T.
J. LYON of Stockport, Vernon and Letha
MOORE of Lowell, Albert DOUGHERTY and Locke DOUGHERTY of Moundsville, West
Virginia, Mathew DOUGHERTY of Marietta, Ohio, Thomas DOUGHERTY of Antioch,
Duncan DOUGHERTY of Graysville, Ohio, Mrs. Dr. LATTA, of Graysville, Mrs.
Gilbert HARMAN and daughter Elsa of Graysville, and Mrs. Dr. C. M. McVAY of
Summerfield.
1917
Hannahs, Stephen
d: Sept. 13, 1917
1917
Breeden, William J.
d: Sept. 13, 1917
1917
McGarry, Emily J.
d: Sept. 13, 1917
1917
Kasserman, Frederick
d: Sept. 16, 1917
1917
Gillespie, Lucy A.
d: Sept. 17, 1917
1917
Lovett, Wanda M.
d: Sept. 18, 1917
1917
DEATH
Name: Henry BENDER
Source: The Spirit of Democracy
Woodsfield,
Ohio, Thurs. Sept. 27, 1917
Henry BENDER, aged 79 years, died
at his home in Lewisville September 21, 1917. Deceased was a well known
contractor, having erected many buildings in Monroe County, Ohio. He leaves one
son, William BENDER, and two daughters, Mrs. Charles BAKER and Mrs. W. H.
DISTLER. The funeral services were held Sunday and were conducted by the
Reverend LONGSWORTH and the Reverend GRAHAM of the M. E. Church.
1917XXXXX
MARRIAGE
Names: Mr. August BERTSCHY
and Miss Viola LEASURE
Source: The Spirit of Democracy
Woodsfield,
Ohio, Thurs., Sept. 27, 1917
Mr. August BERTSCHY and Miss
Viola LEASURE were married September 19, 1917, by W. D. RICHNER, J. P.
1917
MARRIAGE
Names: Mr. John REIMENSCHNEIDER
and Miss Lottie CHRISTMAN
Source: The Spirit of Democracy
Woodsfield,
Ohio, Thurs. Sept. 27, 1917
Mr. John Reimenschneider and Miss
Lottie Christman were married at the Woodsfield Evangelical parsonage by their
pastor, Reverend P. Saleske of Miltonsburg, Ohio, September 25, 1917. They have
many friends in this vicinity who wish them happiness.
1917
Howell, Nimrod E.
d: Sept. 28, 1917
1917
Trembley, David W.
d: Sept. 29, 1917
1917
Sumption Ina
d: Sept. 29, 1917
1917
Stephens, Catherine
d: Oct. 3, 1917
1917
DEATH
Name: Bertha Mae GELDMACHER
Source: The Spirit of Democracy
Lewisville,
Ohio, October 4, 1917
Collection of
Gertrude Christman Kahrig
Bertha Mae GELDMACHER, infant
daughter of William and Minnie GELDMACHER was born February 12, 1916; died
October 4, 1917; aged 7 months; burial in St. John s Middle Church cemetery.
1917
DEATH
Name: Mary S. STIMPERT, nee FABER
Source: Monroe County death records
and The Spirit of Democracy
Woodsfield,
Ohio, Thurs. Oct. 4, 1917
Mary S. STIMPERT, daughter of Mr.
and Mrs. Henry FABER, was born at Miltonsburg, Ohio, January 13, 1850. After a
lingering illness of three months following an operation, she departed this
life September 25, 1917, aged 67 years, 8 months and 12 days.
In 1873 she was married to Jacob
STIMPERT. To this union nine children were born, four sons and five daughters,
one daughter dying in infancy. The remaining children are: W. E. STIMPERT of
Mantua, Ohio, Sadie STIMPERT of Cleveland, Ohio, C. F. STIMPERT of Woodsfield,
Mrs. W. KEEVERT of Woodsfield, E. H. STIMPERT, 331st Infantry, Camp Sherman,
Ohio, and Cora, Grover and Bessie STIMPERT of home. She also leaves three
brothers and two sisters. In her early life she became a member of the German
Methodist Church. The funeral services were conducted by the Rev. E. R. ROMIG,
Friday, September 28, at 1 o clock p.m. at her late home north of Woodsfield.
She was laid to rest in Oaklawn cemetery, Woodsfield.
The children of the deceased
tender their thanks to the friends and neighbors for their acts of kindness
during the illness and death of their mother.
1917
Eichorn, John W.
d: Sept. 23, 1917
1917
Howell, Nimrod E.
d: Sept. 28, 1917
Stephens, Catherine
d: Oct. 3, 1917
1917
MARRIAGE
Names: Mr. Willard M. HOLTSCLAW
and Miss Lillie M. WIGGINS
Source: The Spirit of Democracy
Woodsfield,
Ohio, Thurs. Oct. 11, 1917
Mr. Willard M. HOLTSCLAW of
Woodsfield Route five and Miss Lillie M. WIGGINS of Clarington were united in
marriage by the Reverend E. R. ROMIG Monday, October 7, 1917, at 12 o clock
noon. The marriage ceremony was performed in the parlors of the Columbia Hotel.
1917
Shook, Sarah J.
d: Oct. 5, 1917
1917
Cline, James W.
d: Oct. 5, 1917
1917
Reed, Burl
d: Oct. 6, 1917
1917
Gillespie, Thomas
d: Oct. 7, 1917
1917
MARRIAGE
Names: Mr. Edward J. SCHNEIDER
and Miss Anna CRUM
Source: The Spirit of Democracy
Woodsfield,
Ohio, Thurs. Oct. 18, 1917
Mr. Edward J. SCHNEIDER and Miss
Anna Crum were united in marriage Wednesday evening of last week at he
Evangelical parsonage by the Reverend A. H. KNIPPING in the presence of a few
friends. After a wedding trip to Niagara Falls and other points they will
reside near Woodsfield.
1917XXXXX
MARRIAGE
Names: Mr. James Ray FOREAKER
and Miss Isabelle BURKHART
Source: Monroe
County marriage records
Woodsfield,
Ohio, October 17, 1917
Mr. James Ray FOREAKER, born 1890
in Washington Township, Monroe County, Ohio and Miss Isabelle BURKHART, born
1895 were married October 17, 1917, in Woodsfield, Ohio; Isabelle is the
daughter of Charles and Catherine Elizabeth LANG BURKHART.
1917
Ullmann, Minnie
d: Oct. 17, 1917
1917
Rubel, Frederick
d: Oct. 18, 1917
1917
DEATH
Name: Mrs. Johanna GAUS
Source: The Spirit of Democracy
Woodsfield,
Ohio, Thurs., Oct. 18, 1917
Mrs. Johanna Fredericka GAUS, nee
NEUHART, daughter of the late Michael and Johanna Sophia NEUHART of near
Lewisville, Ohio died at her last residence in Bridgeport, Ohio, on October 2,
1917, and was laid to rest in the family lot at Linwood cemetery at Blaine, Ohio, on Thursday, October 4.  She is survived by her husband Max GAUS and three daughters, Mrs. James
L. DILLON of Ravenna, Ohio, Mrs. J. J. CROUSE and Mrs. N. D. HOLLOWAY at home;
also by three sisters, Mrs. Fred YOUNG of Lewisville, Ohio, Mrs. J. J. JONES of
Jerusalem, Ohio and Mrs. Oswald SCHICK of Bridgeport, Ohio. Funeral services
were conducted by the Rev. T. P. CRICKENBERGER, pastor of Trinity Lutheran
Church.
1917
Jenni, Gust J.
d: Oct. 18, 1917
1917
Litman, Catherine
d: Oct. 18, 1917
1917
Meeker, Geroge H.
d: Oct. 22, 1917
1917
Rhines, Christopher F.
d: Oct. 29, 1917
1917XXXXX
DEATH
Name: John R. BUNTING
Source: newspaper clipping, 1917
Collection of
Gertrude Christman Kahrig
Once more we are called upon
to mourn the departure of our beloved
friend John R. BUNTING who was born near Calais, Ohio, September 24, 1888. On
Monday, October 29, 1917, he was struck in the stomach with a piece of wood
that he was using to attempting to replace a belt on a fly wheel. He was
operated on and lived until Wednesday noon when peritonitis set in and resulted
in his death. The number of days of his sojourn here being 29 years, one month
and seven days. He was the second son of E. M. and Mary L. BUNTING. At an early
age he started out to make his mark in the world and he could well say with
that beloved apostle. I have fought a good fight of faith. He labored in
Monroe County for a few years and then was employed as bookkeeper for an oil
well supply company at Salem, West Virginia until September 1917. On September
18th, he arrived at Norwata, Oklahoma, where he was employed as time and
bookkeeper for the Henderson Gasoline Company. Always ready and willing to
extend a helping hand he left his work and went to assist an aged gentlemen
accomplish what resulted in his untimely death. He graduated with honor from
the Clarksburg Business college July 10, 1912; was a member of Nemesis Temple
of the shrine of Salem. He also belonged to the other Masonic bodies at
Clarksburg, West Virginia being a 32nd degree Mason. He was converted and
baptized at Salem, West Virginia some two years ago and has lived a devoted
christian life and has lived a devoted life ever since. It can be truly said to
him that
None
knew him but to love him,
Nor
named him but to praise.
He
has set an example that is worthy of many followers. He was drafted for service
in the United States army in the West Virginia division but had not been
examined. He leaves to mourn his early departure father, mother, four brothers,
Oscar and Everson BUNTING of Senora, Ohio, Orlin and Otto BUNTING of the home,
a lady friend Georgiana CLARK of Salem, West Virginia besides a host of other
relatives and friends to whom he was very dear, being preceded by one brother
and sister to that peaceful shore.
The remains accompanied by John
R. KNAPP, president of the company, arrived Saturday noon and were taken to his
home. At 1 p.m. Sunday the Reverend
Frank WHARTON of Eldon, Ohio spoke consoling words to the bereaved family,
taking for his text the 15th verse of the 106 Psalm, and he gave them their
request; but sent leanness into their soul.
All that as mortal of our dear
John together with the generous floral contribution was tenderly laid to rest
in the Calais cemetery in await the coming of the final judge.
A cousin, D.
G. W.
1917
Casto, Cora M.
d: Oct. 27, 1917
1917XXXXX
MARRIAGE
Names: Mr. S. V. BEARDMORE
and Mrs. Olive Gay MORRISON
Source: The Spirit of Democracy
Woodsfield,
Ohio, Thurs. Nov. 1, 1917
Mr. S. V. BEARDMORE and Mrs.
Olive Gay MORRISON were married Oct. 24, 1917, by the Rev. S. E. KAETZEL.
1917
George M. Baker
d-November 1, 1917
1917
MARRIAGE
Names: Mr. Fred E. HOSSMAN
and Miss Huldah F. FRIDAY
Source: The Spirit of Democracy
Woodsfield,
Ohio, Thurs. Nov. 1, 1917
Mr. Fred E. HOSSMAN and Miss
Huldah F. FRIDAY were married October 10, 1917, by the Reverend P.
SALESKE.
1917
Morris, Sylvan
d: Oct. 30, 1917
1917
Walton, Minerva
d: Oct. 31, 1917
1917
Shriver, Edith A.
d: Nov. 5, 1917
1917
Gertler, Adam
d: Nov. 8, 1917
1917
DEATH
Names: Carl F. CHRISTMAN
Source: Monroe County death records
and The Spirit of Democracy
Woodsfield,
Ohio, Thurs. Nov. 22, 1917
Collection of
Gertrude Christman Kahrig
The funeral of the two weeks old
child of Frederick Godfred and Anna Catherina CLAUS CHRISTMAN of near
Woodsfield was held Wednesday of last week. Carl F. CHRISTMAN was born November
1, 1917, and died November 13, 1917.
Interment was made in the St. John s, Middle Church cemetery near
Lewisville, Ohio. (Death certificate in
the death record lists the death date of 11/12/1917)
1917
MARRIAGE
Name: Mr. John F. UTSINGER
and Miss Evelyn M. WITSCHY
Source: The Spirit of Democracy
Woodsfield,
Ohio, Thurs. Nov. 29, 1917
Mr. John F. UTSINGER and Miss
Evelyn M. WITSCHY were married November 21, 1917, by the Reverend Francis
SEEBER.
1917
Smith, Donald L.
d; Nov. 12, 1917
1917
Kirkland, Julia A.
d: Nov. 19, 1917
1917
Evans, Ethel V.
d: Nov. 21, 1917
1917
Mellott, Mary E.
d: Nov. 22, 1917
1917
Rush, Harrison D.
d: Nov. 23, 1917
1917
Carpenter, Margaret A.
d: Nov. 23, 1917
1917
DEATH
Name: Hugh CRAWFORD
Source: Monroe County death records
and The Spirit of Democracy
Woodsfield,
Ohio, Thurs. Nov. 29, 1917
One by one of our friends are
dropping from the activities of life. Mr. Hugh CRAWFORD, a lifelong friend of
the writer, died Sunday evening after a short but very painful illness.
Mr. Crawford was born in Ireland
November 18, 1835, and died at his home on Maple avenue November 25, 1917.
He came to America with his
parents when very young and spent his life in Monroe County, Ohio. He was a
tanner by trade and at one time was engaged in that business in Beallsville,
Ohio, later coming to Woodsfield conducting the same line of business for a
number of years. He was known by almost all of the people of Monroe County and
enjoyed their confidence, having won their respect because of his honesty and
faithfulness toward his fellow man. When Hugh Crawford promised you anything he
made good that promise. He was a manly man.
He was united in marriage to Miss
Margaret CRAIG and to this union were born seven children- - four girls and
three boys, all of whom are living and all were present when their father
passed into the great beyond.
Deceased was a member of the
Presbyterian Church and lived in accordance with his profession. The funeral
was held Tuesday and was conducted by the Reverend L. R. LAWTHER of St.
Clairsville, Ohio.
May he rest in peace and may the
peace of Him whom he trusted for future salvation be a comfort to the bereaved
family.
1917
Kimple, Henry
d: Nov. 26, 1917
1917
Vierheller, Olive
d: Dec. 3, 1917
1917
Riggenbach, Clara L.
d:Dec. 4, 1917
1917
Rhines, Magdelena M.
d: Dec. 5, 1917
1917
McCannon, Jane
d: Dec. 11, 1917
1917
Veronica Burkhart
d- December 11, 1917
1917
DEATH
Name: John A. DEVOE
Source: The Spirit of Democracy
Woodsfield,
Ohio, Thurs. Dec. 20, 1917
John A. DEVOE, aged 85 years,
died at his home in Lewisville, Ohio December 10, 1917. Four sons survive him.
The funeral services were held Tuesday and were conducted by the Reverend E. R.
ROMIG; interment in Bracken cemetery.
1917
Mann, Harry
d: Dec. 2, 1917
1917
Reich, Mary M.
d: Dec. 5, 1917
1917
Drollinger, Edith L.
d: Dec. 5, 1917
1917
Edwards, Susanah A.
d: Dec. 13, 1917
1917
DEATH
Name: Jacob C. KEYLOR
Source: Monroe County death records
and The Spirit of Democracy
Woodsfield, Ohio,
Thurs. Dec. 20, 1917
Jacob C. KEYLOR was born December
25, 1844, and died December 14, 1917, aged 72 years, 11 months and 19 days.
August 15, 1862, he enlisted for
service in the Civil War and served three years in Company A, 116th Regiment
Ohio Volunteer Infantry under Captain C. W. RIDGEWAY and J. MALLORY and Colonel
James WASHBURN. He was honorably discharged June 14, 1865. He was married
November 7, 1867, to Malinda A. HARBIN, to which union seven children were
born, five boys and two girls; two boys, Frank and Forrest KEYLOR and one girl
Rosa KEYLOR, preceded him to the great beyond. He leaves to mourn his departure
a widow, three sons, John, Charles and Willie KEYLOR, one daughter Tillie
KEYLOR, one sister, Jane WILLIAMS, and four brothers, Frank, Samuel, Sinclair
and Edward KEYLOR, eleven grand children and a host of friends.
The funeral services were held
Tuesday and were conducted by the General W. P. RICHARDSON G. A. R. Post and
the Reverend E. R. ROMIG. The County officials attended in a body and presented
a fine floral piece in respect to the deceased who had been janitor at the
court house for a number of years.
Mr. Keylor had resided in
Woodsfield for many years and was known as a kind and obliging citizen and
enjoyed the respect of all who knew him.
Those who attended the funeral
from a distance were Mrs. Mattie YOHO of Caldwell, Ohio, Mrs. Tillie CARLISLE
and son Clyde of Lima, Ohio, Will KEYLOR of Lima, Mr. John BACH of Lima,
Charles KEYLOR and son Floyd of Oklahoma, Mr. Ed. KEYLOR of Lewisville.
1917
Hubard, Erastus W.
d: Dec. 18, 1917
1917
Christman, Vermont H.
d: Dec. 20, 1917
1917 XXXXX
DEATH
Name: Thomas H. MORRIS
Source: Death
Certificate; Obituary (CALDWELL PRESS, Dec. 26, 1917 issue)
Collection of
Betty Latta Kitchen
The
death certificate for T. H. Morris, 21 Dec 1917, indicated his father Thomas B.
Morris was born in Maryland and that his mother Jane Mann was born in Ohio
[although other sources say Jane was born in PA]. The cause of death was carcinoma of the liver
and stomach. The informant was Norval
Morris of Mount Vernon.
Obituary: "Morris, Thomas, b. Nov. 3, 1841 Monroe
Co.; d. Caldwell; GAR; Sept. 16, 1862, m. Martha Marsh, Dau of Joseph
Marsh; Children Allie A. (Brown) and
Norval T."
1917
Alexander, William F.
d: Dec. 23, 1917
1917
McDonald, Samuel F.
d: Dec. 25, 1917
1917
McCoy, Mary
d: Dec. 26, 1917
1917
Christman, Herman V.
d: Dec. 29, 1917
1917
Jacob W. Baker
d-December 28, 1917
1917
[Source:
Wheeling Register, December 28, 1917]
CHARLES EVERT
READ
Funeral
services for Charles Evert Read, 45, who died Tuesday evening at 6 o'clock at
the home of his sister, Mrs. E. D. Sarver, No. 44 Poplar avenue, Edgewood, were
held yesterday afternoon at 2 o'clock at the place of death. Rev. Clement E.
Wise, pastor of the Buckley Methodist Episcopal church, officiated. Interment
followed in Greenwood.
Mr. Read was
widely known in this section, a plumber by trade, and was a member of the local
union. He was born at Woodsfield, Ohio, July 27, 1872, and had been a resident
of this city for about twenty-five years. He was a member of the Methodist
church, and is survived by four children, his wife preceding him in death
eighteen months, Sarah, Agnes, Elizabeth and Charles, Jr. Also two brothers and
two sisters survive, Fred and Frank Read, of eastern Ohio, Mrs. Sarver and Mrs.
Fred Ewing, of Mount de Chantal.
1917
William D. Brown
d- December 30, 1917
1917
Martha Beardmore
d-December 31, 1917
1918
MARRIAGE
Names: Mr. Lucian WEBER
and Miss Carrie DOAN
Source: The Spirit of Democracy
Woodsfield,
Ohio, Thurs., Jan. 3, 1918
Collection of
Gertrude Christman Kahrig
A wedding of unusual interest was
solemnized in Woodsfield Tuesday morning. The principals were Mr. Lucian Weber
and Miss Carrie DOAN. The wedding was unique in that the ceremony was performed
at the early hour of 12:30 in the morning while the Church bells were ringing
out the old and ringing in the new year. The bride is the popular young
daughter of Mr. and Mrs. A. R. DOAN, and is a graduate of the local high
school. The groom is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Henry WEBER. Both having a host of friends who join in
wishing them a happy journey through life. The attendants were Miss Helen Weber
and Mrs. A. R. DOAN. The ceremony was performed at the home of the bride by the
Rev. A. H. KNIPPING, pastor of St. Paul s Evangelical Church, Woodsfield,
Ohio.
1918
MARRIAGE
Names: Mr. Everett CLAUS
and Miss Lydia RIEMENSCHNEIDER
Source: The Spirit of Democracy
Woodsfield,
Ohio, Thurs. Jan. 10, 1918
Collection of
Beryl Christman Claus
Mr. Everett CLAUS and Miss Lydia
RIEMENSCHNEIDER were joined in wedlock January 2, 1918 despite the blizzardous
weather. We hope their ship of matrimony will find sunnier seas and calmer
weather on the ocean of life.
1918
Warner, John B.
d: Jan. 7, 1918
1918
Hannahs, Vivian V.
d: Jan. 18, 1918
1918
MARRIAGE
Names: Mr. John M. DECKER
and Miss Minnie GERTLER
Source: The Spirit of Democracy
Woodsfield,
Ohio, Thurs., Jan. 10, 1918
Collection of
Gertrude Christman Kahrig
Tuesday evening, December 25,
1917, at eight o clock, Miss Minnie GERTLER and Mr. John M. DECKER were married
at the home of the bride s parents, Mr. and Mrs. J. W. GERTLER of Beallsville
by the Rev. R. A. MARTY of the M. E. Church.
The bride wore a very attractive
dress of sky blue taffeta and a bouquet of pink roses and ferns. The groom was
dressed in a suit of dark gray. The attendants were Misses Anna and Salena
GERTLER, sisters of the bride, Emerson HUDSON acting as best man and Miss Marie
DOSTER of Temperanceville, Ohio, who was a guest at the Gertler home.
Mrs. Decker is the oldest
daughter of Mr. and Mrs. J. W. GERTLER and at the present is one of Monroe
County s teachers, at Starr school near Lewisville, Ohio. Mr. Decker is the
only son of Mr. and Mrs. Milton DECKER and who is at the present time a senior
student in the science department of Ohio Wesleyan University at Delaware,
Ohio.
Although there were several
suspicions of the wedding, it was not made public until Tuesday, January 1st,
and in the evening were given a serenade by the young people.
Both Mr. and Mrs. Decker are
prominent young people of Beallsville, Ohio.
1918
DEATH
Name: Everett (Irvin) STARR
Source: Monroe County death records
and The Spirit of Democracy
Woodsfield,
Ohio, Thurs. Jan. 24, 1918
Collection of
Gertrude Christman Kahrig
Everett (Irvin) STARR, aged ten
years, son of Mr. and Mrs. Charles STARR, of Calais, Ohio died January 8, 1918,
from Scarlet fever.
1918
DEATH
Name: William PAITH
Source: Monroe County death records
and The Spirit of Democracy
Woodsfield,
Ohio, Thurs. Jan. 24, 1918
William PAITH, aged 60 years,
died at his home near town January 17, 1918, after a lingering illness. A wife
and four children are left.
1918
George W. Bunting
d- January 21, 1918
1918
Benjamin H. Burkhart
d- January 30, 1918
1918
John Brown
d- January 31, 1918
1918
Craig, Angie
d: Feb. 10, 1918
1917
Eddy, Rosa L.
d: Feb. 14, 1917
1918
Florence Adams
d-February 12, 1918
1918
Mary C. Brown
d- February 18, 1918
1918
DEATH
Name: Adam WEISEND
Source: The Spirit of Democracy
Woodsfield,
Ohio, Thurs. Feb. 21, 1918
Adam WEISEND, aged 63 years, met
tragic death at his home in Seneca township Friday, February 15, 1918. He
leaves a wife and five children. The remains were interred at Burkhart Catholic
cemetery Monday. Reverend SEEBER and Reverend IGEL officiated. Deceased
received two severe injuries on his head a few years ago.
1918XXXXX
DEATH
Name: Mrs. Hannah J. BILLMAN
Source: The Spirit of Democracy
Woodsfield,
Ohio, Thurs. Feb. 28, 1918
Mrs. Hannah J. BILLMAN of
Lewisville, Ohio died February 20, 1918, after a lingering illness. Deceased
was the mother of ex-Commissioner John H. BILLMAN of Lewisville and Mr. James
BILLMAN of Woodsfield and was a lady held in high esteem by those who knew
her.
1918
Martin, Theodore
d: Feb. 24, 1918
1918
DEATH
Name: Nancy OKEY
Source: Monroe
County death records
Woodsfield,
Ohio, March 2, 1918
Nancy OKEY was born August 7,
1834, Sycamore Valley, Monroe County, Ohio; died March 2, 1918, Stafford,
Monroe County, Ohio; father Woodman OKEY; mother Catherine LEMLEY.
1918
DEATH
Name: Mrs. Henry SEEBACH
Source: The Spirit of Democracy
Woodsfield,
Ohio, Thurs. Mar. 7, 1918
Mrs. Henry SEEBACH of Lewisville,
Ohio died a few days ago after an illness of several weeks. Eight children are
left.
1918
DEATH
Name: Arthur STEELE
Source: The Spirit of Democracy
Woodsfield,
Ohio, Thurs. Mar. 21, 1918
Arthur STEELE, son of Mr. and
Mrs. George STEELE of Woodsfield route four was killed in an oil field in Kansas
by a gas explosion. The remains were brought home Wednesday.
1918
Camden, John R.
d: Mar. 3, 1918
1918
Mann, Hariett F.
d: Mar. 4, 1918
1918
Phillips, Amanda I.
d: Mar. 15, 1918
1918
Elizabeth Baker
d-March 19, 1918
1918
Smith, Ruth I.
d: Mar. 22, 1918
1918
Rice, Julia A.
d: Mar. 20, 1918
1918
DEATH
Name: Oliver I. GATTEN
Source: Monroe County death records
and The Spirit of Democracy
Woodsfield,
Ohio, Thurs. March 28, 1918
Oliver I. GATTEN was found dead
Wednesday morning, March 27, 1918, with is head under the water in a run near
his home in Wayne township, Monroe County. We learn he was subject to fits and
it is supposed he had an attack at that point as the ground showed his feet had
slipped and evidently fell forward his head reaching the water which was not
very deep. Date of death was March 26. He was about 35 years of age and leaves
a wife and three children.
Sheriff E. F. JEFFERS and
Prosecuting Attorney A. C. McDOUGAL were called and went to the scene to the
accident.
1918
MARRIAGE
Names: Mr. Gilbert WEBER
and Miss Edith EATON
Source: The Spirit of Democracy
Woodsfield,
Ohio, Thurs. Mar. 28, 1918
Collection of
Gertrude Christman Kahrig
The wedding of Mr. Gilbert WEBER
of Lewisville, Ohio and Miss Edith EATON of Jackson Ridge, Monroe County was
solemnized by the Reverend August H. KNIPPING at St. Paul s Evangelical
parsonage on Wednesday morning, March 13, 1918, in the presence of a few
witnesses. The ring ceremony was read by the pastor. After congratulations the
happy young couple went to the home of the bride s parents where a wedding
dinner was enjoyed by all. Both young people are popular in this vicinity and
their many friends wish them success and happiness in their journey through
life. They will make their home in Oklahoma where Mr. Weber has
employment.
1918
Hill, Josiah W.
d: Mar. 30, 1918
1918
Craig, William H.
d: Mar. 21, 1918
1918XXXX
DEATH
Name: Louis F. BURKHARDT
Source: The Spirit of Democracy
Woodsfield,
Ohio, Thurs. April 4, 1918
Collection of
Gertrude Christman Kahrig
After two weeks confinement at
the Ohio Valley General hospital, Wheeling, West Virginia, Louis F. BURKHARDT
died at that institution Monday afternoon, April 1, 1918, at about 3:30
o clock, of typhoid pneumonia. Mr. Burkhardt was quite well known at this
place, having learned the trade and conducted a barber shop here for a number
of years. He was a man of clever disposition and among his associates was
generally liked. He was born in Miltonsburg, Monroe County, Ohio, May 2, 1879,
and has lived in Barnesville about 25 years. Surviving are his father, Jacob
BURKHARDT and stepmother, who live at Newark, Ohio, four brothers and three
sisters - -Barnesville Whetstone, March 27, 1918.
1918
DEATH
Name: John OKEY
Source: The Spirit of Democracy
Woodsfield, Ohio,
Thurs. April 4, 1918
John OKEY one of the best known
citizens of Monroe County, died at his home on Marietta street March 28, 1918,
after an illness of many months from neuritis and other diseases. He was in his
69th year and is survived by his widow, an aged mother, three children, Ned
OKEY of Canton, Ohio and Kathryn and James OKEY of the home, also three
brothers, Miles, James and Frank OKEY all of Stafford, Ohio, and three sisters,
Mrs. Lindsay MASON of Lowell, Ohio, Mrs. Anna SEEBACH of Oklahoma and Mrs. Jane
ULLMAN of Stafford.
Services were held at his
residence Friday evening by the Masons of Woodsfield and on Saturday morning
the remains were taken to Stafford where the Masons of that place took charge
of the funeral services. Reverend ROMIG was the minister.
Mr. Okey had been very prominent
during his life among the people of Monroe County having been elected Surveyor
for two terms and also appointed Tax Assessor by Governor COX for one term. He
was a man of ability and his official acts were found correct. He was kind and
courteous to all and made and retained friends by his pleasing disposition. He
will be greatly missed by the people of the County as well as by his family and
relatives.
1918
James K. Allen
d-March 29, 1918
1918
Williamson, Effa G.
d: Apr. 5, 1918
1918
DEATH
Name: Albert Ewing THORNBERRY
Source: The Spirit of Democracy
Woodsfield,
Ohio, Thurs. April 11, 1918
Collection of
Gertrude Christman Kahrig
Albert Ewing THORNBERRY, one of
Woodsfield s best known and most highly respected citizens, died at the home on
South Main street, at about 6 o clock Friday evening, April 5, 1918, after
several weeks illness of a complication of diseases resulting in heart
trouble, aged about 75 years. He leaves to mourn his death his aged companion
and eight children. lura B. WALTON of Columbus, Ohio, Mollie M. RICHNER,
Charles F. THORNBERRY, Lucy OGLE, Hallie STRAIGHT of Woodsfield, Captain A. E.
THORNBERRY, Camp Custer, Michigan, Olive L. TROUTMAN of Cleveland and Roscoe N.
THORNBERRY of Camp Sherman, Chillicothe. Two children, Alice and Jennie
THORNBERRY died in the same month in 1874 of scarlet fever. Eleven
grandchildren are left.
Mr. Thornberry was married to
Nancy Ross NEAL, daughter of Captain and Mrs. Thomas NEAL in 1867, near Beallsville,
Ohio, where they lived for several years, removing to Woodsfield 30 years ago,
where they have since resided and where Mr. Thornberry has been identified with
all the town s best interests.
Mr. THORNBERRY became connected
with the Church of Christ in Woodsfield in the fall of 1888 and has lived a
consistent christian life.
The funeral services were
conducted at the residence at 2:30 Monday and interment in Oaklawn cemetery,
Woodsfield, Ohio.
All the children were present at
the funeral. Reverend VAN WINKLE of Wheeling, West Virginia officiated.
Those present at the funeral from
out of town were Mr. M. Y. THORNBERRY and family of Lewisville, Ohio, Mr.
Ellsworth THORNBERRY of Beallsville, Ohio, Dr. Leland V. WALTON of Cleveland,
Mr. H. B. TROUTMAN, a son-in-law, of Cleveland, and Attorney W. V. WALTON of
Columbus.
1918XXXXX
DEATH
Name: Miss Elizabeth BROWNFIELD
Source: The Spirit of Democracy
Woodsfield,
Ohio, Thurs. May 16, 1918
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Miss Elizabeth BROWNFIELD, aged
about 23 years, died at her home on Woodsfield Route, Monday evening, May 13,
1918.
1918
Kaiser, Leo J.
d: Apr. 18, 1918
1918
Stine, Raymond E.
d: Apr. 26, 1918
1918
Hall, Arthur
d: May 1, 1918
1918
Hogue, Hannah M.
d: May 4, 1918
1918
Carpenter, Anna M.
d: May 4, 1918
1918
Schneider, L.
d: May 10, 1918
1918
Hamilton, Oscar
d: May 13, 1918
1918
Denbow, Stillborn
d: May 15, 1918
1918
Weiss, George W.
d: May 24, 1918
1918XXXXX
MARRIAGE
Names: Mr. Wesley B. D. BINTZ
and Miss Minnie Clara PFALZGRAF
Source: The Spirit of Democracy
Woodsfield,
Ohio, Thurs. May 23, 1918
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Mr. Wesley Benjamin D. BINTZ and
Miss Minnie Clara PFALZGRAF were married May 15, 1918 by the Reverend A. H.
KNIPPING.
1918
DEATH
Name: Miss Dorothy Lucile PAITH
Source: Monroe County death records
and The Spirit of Democracy
Woodsfield,
Ohio, Thurs. May 23, 1918
Miss Dorothy Lucile PAITH, aged
17 years, died May 16, 1918. She was first taken sick with measles when other
ailments developed. The funeral was held Saturday afternoon at 2:30 o clock.
Reverend RYALL former pastor of the Presbyterian Church at this place, had
charge of the services. They were held in the Presbyterian Church which Church
she was a faithful member. Interment was made in Oak Lawn cemetery. Many
friends mourn with the bereaved family. A large number of her girl friends
attended in a body and carried beautiful flowers.
1918
Paith, Dorothy L.
d: May 16, 1918
1918
Weiss, George W.
d: May 24, 1918
1918
Potts, Paul
d: May 27, 1918
1918
Smith, Eliza J.
d: June 9, 1918
1918
Henthorn, Anna
d: June 9, 1918
1918
DEATH
Name: Lester Vearl CHRISTMAN
Source: Newspaper article, June 1918
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Once more we are called upon to
part with a dear little baby. Lester Vearl CHRISTMAN son of Mr. and Mrs. John
CHRISTMAN, of Calais, Ohio, was born April 3, 1918, and departed his life on
June 11, 1918, being at the age of his death ten short weeks. He leaves to
mourn his departure his grieving parents, four brothers, Gilbert, Howard,
Herbert, and Lee CHRISTMAN; three sisters, Esta, Helen, and Mary CHRISTMAN, all
of the home and a host of relatives and friends. Only a few days had been with
them but it takes only a few moments to learn to love a baby. It is hard to part
with the little ones, but we should remember the words of our Savior, Suffer
the little children to come unto me, for of such is the kingdom of heaven.
On June 13, many relatives and
friends gathered at the home to comfort his grieving parents. His body was laid
to rest in the Calais cemetery, Calais, Ohio just a few steps from his mother s
door.
1918XXXXX
MARRIAGE
Names: Mr. William V. McVEY
and Miss Matilda F. BARTENSCHLAG
Source: The Spirit of Democracy
Woodsfield,
Ohio, Thurs. June 13, 1918
Mr. William V. McVEY and Miss
Matilda Florence BARTENSCHLAG were married June 5, 1918, by W. D. RICHNER,
Justice of Peace.
1918
DEATH
Name: David CARPENTER
Source: Monroe County death records
and The Spirit of Democracy
Woodsfield,
Ohio, Thurs., June 27, 1918
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David CARPENTER, aged 92 years,
died of infirmities at his home near Calais, June 12, 1918. He is survived by
his wife, six daughters and five sons: Mrs. Rebecca BAUNAN of Delaware, Mrs.
Katie GILMORE or Quaker City Route 1, Mrs. Rachel GOODHART and Mrs. Angie LEECH
of Calais, Ohio, Mrs. Emeline CARPENTER of Whigville, Ohio, Frank CARPENTER of
Quaker City, Ohio, Andrew CARPENTER of Temperanceville, Wilbert CARPENTER of
Summerfield, Ohio, Route one, Abel, Grover and Mary E. CARPENTER of the
home.
1918
Cline, Wilford W.
d: June 18, 1918
1917
Eikelberry, Katherine
d: June 24, 1917
1918
DEATH
Name: Blanche GREENBANK
Source: The Spirit of Democracy
Woodsfield,
Ohio, Thurs. July 11, 1918
A distressing accident occurred
at the home of Mr. Arthur GREENBANK about a mile and a half from Lewisville
Saturday morning.
Miss Dorothy Blanche Greenbank
had gone to one of the upstairs rooms for some purpose, and upon opening the
door smelled the escaping gas. She located it at an open valve, were the key in
some manner had been turned. She turned the key, closing the valve and was
leaving the room, when the escaping gas, having reached the hall, was set off
by a light burning there. The force of the explosion blew out several windows
and the house caught fire, but the flames were extinguished, some furniture and
bedding being destroyed, Miss Greenbank assisting heroically in spite of
serious injuries.
Blanche GREENBANK, a four-year
old daughter, was so badly burned that she died Sunday morning. Three other
members of the family were also severely burned. Jane GREENBANK, a sister of
Mr. Greenbank, was burned so seriously that it is feared it may be necessary to
amputate one of her hands. Both hands and arms are badly burned. She was also
burned about the breast and on both legs. Two other little daughters received
severe injuries from the flames.
Funeral services were held
Tuesday at the Buchanan Church over the remains of Blanche GREENBANK and were
conducted by the Rev. LASELLES, pastor of the Presbyterian Church.
1918
DEATH
Name: Miss Martha Jane GREENBANK
Source: Monroe County death records
and The Spirit of Democracy
Woodsfield,
Ohio, Thurs. July 25, 1918
Miss Martha Jane GREENBANK, aged
forty-five years, died July 17, 1918, at the Arthur GREENBANK home near
Lewisville, Ohio from burns received several days previous in a gas explosion
at the Greenbank home which cost the life of one child and seriously burned
three others. Miss Greenbank saved the home from destruction by carrying water
and extinguishing the fire despite her burns.  Funeral services were held Friday. Interment made in the
Buchanan cemetery.
1918
Dillon, Carl I.
d: July 22, 1918
1918
Workman, Caroline
d: July 23, 1918
1918
Tisher, Ellen
d: Aug. 5, 1918
1918
DEATH
Name: Miss Celestia A. CHRISTMAN
Source: Monroe County death records
and The Spirit of Democracy
Woodsfield,
Ohio, Thurs. Aug. 15, 1918
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Miss Celestia A. CHRISTMAN, aged
35 years, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Andrew G. CHRISTMAN, died at the home of her
parents on Sycamore street in Woodsfield, August 7, 1918. She was stricken with
typhoid fever several weeks ago and before she recovered from the fever other
afflictions of a serious nature set in and rendered her so weak that she was
unable to take sufficient nourishment to regain her strength and finally
yielded to death. Miss Christman was a young lady of marked intelligence and
was well liked by her many acquaintances. Before her illness she had been in
the employ of the McFadden store in Wheeling, West Virginia and had a host of
friends in that city and also in Bellaire, Ohio. The funeral services were held
Friday and interment made in Oaklawn cemetery. Rev. Philip D. LASELLES, pastor
of the Presbyterian Church, conducted the services. Deceased leaves father and
mother and one brother and a number of other relatives. She had been a faithful
member of the Presbyterian Church for many years. Those noticed from a distance
in attendance at the funeral were Dr. E. E. SULSBERGER of Bellaire, Mrs. Guss
Norteman of Wheeling, Mrs. Dr. William GRIMES of East Liverpool, and Miss Dora
BOYER of Bellaire.
1918
DEATH
Name:
Leander TRUEX
Source: The
Spirit of Democracy
Woodsfield,
Ohio, Thurs. Aug. 15, 1918
Leander TRUEX, aged 66 years, one
of the best citizens of Woodsfield and a lifelong friend of the writer, died at
his home on North main street in Woodsfield August 9, 1918, from a stroke of
paralysis. Mr. Truex had not been in good health for several months but had
been attending to his farming and other business until a few weeks ago when he
suffered a stroke of paralysis which confined him to his room several days. He
improved somewhat and was able to come down street a few times after being
stricken, but when he made his last visit with us last week it was very plain
that he would not recover. Deceased had been an honest upright citizen through
life and a consistent member of the Presbyterian Church for many years. He leaves
a widow, one brother Anderson TRUEX of Woodsfield route two and one sister Mrs.
Minerva RICER of Woodsfield and many acquaintances who will deplore his being
called to eternity. The funeral services were held Monday, conducted by his
pastor the Rev. Philip D. LASELLES and interment made in Oaklawn cemetery In
Woodsfield.
In the same issue of The Spirit
of Democracy was also an article:
Leander TRUEX, aged 66 years, two
months and 25 days, died at his home on North Main street, Woodsfield, on
Friday evening, August 9th, 1918, at 11:30. Mr. Truex was born on Jackson s
ridge May 15th, 1852, where he lived until about seventeen years ago when he
and his wife moved to Woodsfield. He was
married to Ellen McCAMMON on July 4th, 1877. As a young man he united
with the Methodist Church at Jackson s ridge, afterwards transferring his
membership to the Buchanan Presbyterian Church. Mr. Truex leaves to mourn his
loss his devoted wife, and one brother and one sister. Funeral services were conducted at the home
by the Reverend Philip D. LASELLES on Monday morning, August 11th, at ten
o clock. Burial took place in the Oak Lawn cemetery, Woodsfield.
1918
MARRIAGE
Names: Mr. Fred E. LASHLEY
and Miss Grace L. WINLAND
Source: The Spirit of Democracy
Woodsfield, Ohio,
Thurs. Aug. 22, 1918
Mr. Fred E. LASHLEY and Miss
Grace L. WINLAND were married August 14, 1918, by the Rev. D. W. HARKINS.
1918
Harriet Baker
d-August 14, 1918
1918
William Boyd
d-August 15, 1918
1918
Barbara Brown
d- August 18, 1918
1918
Steed, James L.
d: Aug. 24, 1918
1918
Lovett, Ruby C.
d: Aug. 28, 1918
1918
MARRIAGE
Names: Mr. Harlan J. DILLON
and Miss Minnie WINLAND
Source: The Spirit of Democracy
Woodsfield,
Ohio, Thurs. Sept. 12, 1918
Mr. Harlan J. DILLON and Miss
Minnie WINLAND were married Sept. 4, 1918, by the Reverend A. H. KNIPPING,
pastor of St. Paul s Evangelical Church in Woodsfield.
1918
DEATH
Name: Joseph PAULUS
Source: The Spirit of Democracy
Woodsfield,
Ohio, Thurs. Sept. 12, 1918
Mr. Joseph PAULUS died at his
home four miles east of Woodsfield Thursday, September 5, 1918, aged 81 years.
Mr. Paulus was born in
Roeschwoog, Alsace, Germany, in 1837, at that time a part of France, and came
to America when a boy eleven years of age and has resided in Monroe County ever
since. He is survived by his aged wife and seven children - four sons and three
daughters, two sons preceded him in death.
Mr. Paulus was an honest upright
citizen and lived a clean Christian life. He was a faithful member of the
Catholic Church and loved his religion. The funeral services were held in that
church Saturday morning and were conducted by his pastor, Rev. Father SEEBER.
His neighbors in the county and many of the citizens of our town were present
at the last rites.
Mr. Paulus will be greatly missed
not only by his family but by hundreds of acquaintances who were always pleased
to see him.
May he rest in peace.
1918
MARRIAGE
Names: Mr. J. F. HOSSMAN
and Mrs. Barbara SPARROW
Source: The Spirit of Democracy
Woodsfield,
Ohio, Thurs. Sept., 19, 1918
Mr. J. F. HOSSMAN and Mrs.
Barbara SPARROW were married Sept. 11, 1918, by Mayor L. P. NEUHART.
1918
MARRIAGE
Names: Mr. Clem A. GALLAGHER
and Miss Julia A. LOWE
Source: The Spirit of Democracy
Woodsfield,
Ohio, Thurs. Sept. 26, 1918
Mr. Clem A. GALLAGHER and Miss
Julia A. LOWE were married September 18, 1918, by W. D. RICHNER, Justice of
Peace.
1918
Griffith, Stillborn
d: Sept. 11, 1918
1918
Pittman, Amanda
d: Sept. 16, 1918
1918
English, Clyde A.
d: Sept. 17, 1918
1918
King, Russel M.
d: Sept. 26, 1918
1918
Perkins, Catherine A.
d: Sept. 22, 1918
1918
DEATH
Name: Fred SCHRADER
Source: The Spirit of Democracy
Woodsfield,
Ohio, Thurs. Oct. 10, 1918
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Fred SCHRADER, son of Mr. and
Mrs. George SCHRADER of Miltonsburg, Ohio, died at Camp Sherman October 5,
1918, from pneumonia following the Spanish influenza. Mr. Schrader registered
June 5th and went with the Monroe County quota to Camp Sherman September 5th.
The remains were brought to his late home and interred Monday.
1918
Frank Bishop
d-October 4, 1918
1918
George A. Burkhart
d- October 7, 1918
1918
DEATH
Name: Ignatius SPANGLER
Source: Monroe County death records
and The Spirit of Democracy
Woodsfield,
Ohio, Thurs. Oct. 10, 1918
Ignatius SPANGLER of Burkhart,
Ohio died October 2, 1918, after a severe illness from typhoid fever.  The funeral
services were held at the Burkhart Catholic Church Saturday morning by his
cousin the Reverend Father SPANGLER of Neffs, assisted by the Reverend Father
SEEBER of Woodsfield, Reverend Father HERMAN of Caldwell, Ohio and the Reverend
Father IGLE of Burkhart. Interment was made at Burkhart. Mr. Spangler was aged
32 years and a man well respected.
1918
DEATH
Name: Louis HINDERLONG
Source: The spirit of Democracy
Woodsfield,
Ohio, Thurs. Oct. 17, 1918
Louis HINDERLONG, son of Mr. and Mrs. J. J.
HINDERLONG of near Sardis, Ohio died at Camp Lee from Spanish influenza. The
remains were brought to his late home and buried at Morton Wednesday.
1918
DEATH
Name: Joseph V. RIESBECK
Source: The Spirit of Democracy
Woodsfield,
Ohio, Thurs. Oct. 17, 1918
Joseph V. RIESBECK, son of Mr.
and Mrs. Peter RIESBECK of Lewisville, Ohio route one, died at his home in
Indianapolis, Indiana, October 2, 1918, from influenza. He leaves a widow who
is ill with the same disease.
1918
Miller, Charles
d: Oct. 9, 1918
1918
Spangler, Clemens
d: Oct. 11, 1918
1918
DEATH
Name: Joseph I. SCHUMACHER
Source: Monroe County death records
and The Spirit of Democracy
Woodsfield,
Ohio, Thurs. Oct. 24, 1918
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Joseph I. SCHUMACHER was born in
Bavaria, Germany, on August 29, 1839. He died October 14, 1918, and was at his
death 79 years, one month and 14 days old.
He came to this country with his
parents in 1854. A most remarkable family and one no more favorable known, the
family of ten sons of the late Joseph and Margaret SCHUMACHER.
He was married to Elizabeth KUNTZ of
Miltonsburg, Ohio. To this union were
born three children: Cecilia B. and
Josephine SCHUMACHER of Pittsburgh, PA. and Anna SCHUMACHER of the home.
Mr. Schumacher s death was a
shock to the community. He had been ailing for some time. His death is the loss
of a devoted and loving husband, a kind and affectionate father, a generous and
helpful brother and neighbor, and an honest and respected citizen. His good
example and noble life will be remembered by all who knew him.
The funeral services were held at
the R. C. Church of which he was a faithful member by the Reverend Francis
SEEBER, Thursday morning at 9:30. He was laid to rest in the Roman Catholic
cemetery by the side of his wife who preceded him several years ago, followed
by a large concourse of relatives and friends. His six nephews acted as
pallbearers.
1918
DEATH
Name: Mrs. Fred WEBER
Source: The Spirit of Democracy
Woodsfield,
Ohio, Thurs. Oct. 24, 1918
Mrs. Fred WEBER aged 82 years,
died at her home near Lewisville October 17, 1918, from paralysis.
1918
DEATH
Name: Isaac T. HARTSHORN
Source: The Spirit of Democracy
Woodsfield,
Ohio, Thurs. Oct. 24, 1918
Isaac T. HARTSHORN, aged 41
years, died at his home in Denver, Colorado, October 13, 1918. Deceased was a
brother of David HARTSHORN of Hartshorn ridge, Monroe County, Ohio and left
this County 15 years ago.
1918
DEATH
Name: Mrs. Catherine WEBER
Source: The Spirit of Democracy
Woodsfield,
Ohio, Thurs. Oct. 24, 1918
Mrs. Catherine WEBER died at the
home of her son Dr. J. W. WEBER of Lewisville, Ohio October 19, 1918, aged 95
years, from a stroke of paralysis. She leaves three children, two daughters,
Mrs. Tillie BUTT of Lewisville, and Mrs. Mary ROBINSON who lives in Indiana,
and one son Dr. J. W. WEBER. The funeral was held Monday and was conducted by
the Reverend GRAHAM, pastor of the Lewisville M. E. Church. Interment in the
Lewisville cemetery.
1918
Kindelberger, Harry E.
d: Oct. 25, 1918
1918
Mary Bauer
d-October 27, 1918
1918
Powers, Homer I.
d: Oct. 31, 1918
1918
MARRIAGE
Names: Mr. Earl N. DENBOW
and Miss Margaret MIRACLE
Source: The Spirit of Democracy
Woodsfield,
Ohio, Thurs. Oct. 31, 1918
An interesting wedding was
solemnized on Wednesday, October 23, 1918, at the M. E. parsonage of
Woodsfield, when Miss Margaret MIRACLE and Mr. Earl N. DENBOW, both of near
Summerfield, Ohio were united in marriage. The ceremony was performed by the
Reverend ROMIG at 3 p. m. It was
witnessed by close relatives.
The bride s attire was a pretty
taupe grey suit with hat to match and white furs. The groom wore a suit of blue
with accessories in brown.
After the ceremony the couple
returned to the home of the bride s parents where a supper and relatives
awaited them. Later in the evening the young people of the community gathered
in to congratulate them.
Both Mr. and Mrs. Denbow are
successful teachers and are highly respected by all who know them.
1918
Crumley, Herman
d: Oct. 26, 1918
1918
Masters, Geneva A.
d: Oct. 28, 1918
1918
Schneider, Elizabeth
d: Oct. 30, 1918
1918
Death
Name: Mrs. Maude LEACH
Source: The Spirit of Democracy
Woodsfield,
Ohio, Thurs. Nov. 7, 1918
Mrs. Maude LEACH, aged 53 years,
wife of William LEACH of Malaga, Ohio died October 17, 1918, at the Athens
State hospital where she has been taking treatment for the past three years.
She is survived by her husband, aged mother and ten children, three of whom are
in the service, Frank and Ralph LEACH in France and Herbert LEACH in a United
States camp, and one brother and three sisters.
1918
DEATH
Name: Reason CARPENTER
Source: The Spirit of Democracy
Woodsfield,
Ohio, Thurs. Nov. 14, 1918
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Reason CARPENTER, aged 70 years,
died November 2nd at his home near Calais, Ohio. Tuberculosis was the cause of
his death.
Reason, the son of Aaron and Jane
CARPENTER, was born June 25, 1848, on the farm where he departed this life, at
the home of his sister-in-law, Emily CARPENTER. Kind Providence has removed one
who was afflicted him to the great beyond except Moses CARPENTER, of Quaker
City, Ohio.
1918
DEATHS
Names: John W. PHILPOT
and cousin, John W. PHILPOT
Source: The Spirit of Democracy
Woodsfield,
Ohio, Thurs. Nov. 14, 1918
At Summerfield, Ohio item says
that John W. PHILPOT, aged 64 years, died October 27, 1918, at his home in
Worthington, Indiana. He was a son of Isaac and Ann Gibson PHILPOT and was born
in Summerfield, but has been a resident of Indiana for over 50 years. Word was
also received here of the death of his cousin, John W. PHILPOT, which occurred
recently of heart disease at his home in Dubuque, Iowa. He was 72 years of age,
was born at Summerfield and was a son of Mr. and Mrs. William PHILPOT. Both men
will be remembered by the older citizens of Summerfield and were cousins of J.
S. ROWND and Philpot brothers at this
place.
1918
DEATH
Name: Sgt. Leland E. THORNBERRY
Source: The Spirit of Democracy
Woodsfield,
Ohio, Thurs. Nov. 21, 1918
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Gertrude Christman Kahrig
A telegram was received Monday,
November 18th, by O. L. THORNBERRY of Jerusalem, Ohio from the Adjutant
General s office that his son Sergeant Leland Earl THORNBERRY had died on October
10, 1918, in France from bronchial pneumonia. This is the first known casualty
among the boys from this community and coming at this time, after the war had
ceased and when all the boys were expected back home, it has cast a very deep
gloom over all. Earl, as he was generally called, was a popular and model young
man and was a graduate of the Agricultural department of Ohio State university
and previous to his entrance into the army held a position as instructor in one
of the agricultural colleges of the state. Another son Floyd G. THORNBERRY is
in the army, stationed at Fort Hancock, New Jersey.
1918
MARRIAGE
Names: Mr. George R. GREENBANK
and Miss Zoda Jane KELLY
Source: The Spirit of Democracy
Woodsfield,
Ohio, Thurs. Nov. 28, 1918
Mr. George R. GREENBANK, son of
Mr. and Mrs. O. M. GREENBANK, of this place, and Miss Zoda Jane KELLY, daughter
of Mr. and Mrs. Luther C. KELLY of Columbus, Ohio, were united in marriage at
the home of the bride s parents, North 401 Fourteenth avenue, Columbus, Sunday,
November 24th, at 3 o clock p.m. in the presence of relatives and friends. Both
are graduates of the Ohio State university, class of 1917. The groom is a
research chemist for the Goodyear Tire and Rubber company of Akron, Ohio where
he has been engaged in work on gas masks for the past few months. The bride is
a teacher of considerable prominence and a favorite in social circles. Mr. and
Mrs. Greenbank will be at home to their many friends at 850 E. Buchtell Avenue,
Akron, Ohio, after December first.
1918
Martin, Samuel
d: Nov. 4, 1918
1918
Dillon, Booth J.
d: Nov. 9, 1918
1918
Vernon Bishop
d-November 9, 1918
1918
Hamilton, Luella M.
Nov. 10, 1918
1918
Griffith, William O.
d: Nov. 10, 1918
1918
Colvin, Clarence
d: Nov. 13, 1918
1918
Harper, Hughes
d: Nov. 13, 1918
1918
Kocher, Bessie
d: Nov. 14, 1918
1918
Kocher, Wilbert E.
d; Nov. 16, 1918
1918
Bertha Baker
d-November 16, 1918
1918
Craig, John
d: Nov. 17, 1918
1918
Beryl L. Anderson
d-November 18, 1918
1918
Martin, Anna F.
d: Nov. 20, 1918
1918
Potts, Roy J.
d: Nov. 24, 1918
1918
DEATH
Name: Lewis Henry SCHRADER
Source: Monroe County death records
and St. John s Church records
Lewisville,
Ohio, November 26, 1918
Lewis Henry SCHRADER, was born
August 25, 1874; son of Adam and Louise HAFFNER SCHRADER; died November 26,
1918; aged 44 years, 3 months, and 1 day; burial in St. John s Middle Church
cemetery.
1918 XXXXX
MARRIAGE
Names: Mr. Guy McKELVEY
and Miss Marie CRAIG
Source: The Spirit of Democracy
Woodsfield,
Ohio, Thurs. Nov. 28, 1918
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Gertrude Christman Kahrig
Mr. Guy McKELVEY, son of Mr. and
Mrs. Everett McKELVEY of Laings, Ohio and Miss Marie CRAIG, daughter of Mr. and
Mrs. J. T. CRAIG of the same place, were united in marriage November 23, 1918,
by the Reverend ROMIG. The contracting parties are well and favorably known in
their community and have the best wishes of a host of friends for future
happiness and prosperity.
1918
Harman, Clara M.
d: Nov. 29, 1918
1918
Smith, Brady, I.
d: Dec. 1, 1918
1918
DEATH
Name: Mrs. Louise WILLISON
Source: The Spirit of Democracy
Woodsfield,
Ohio, Thurs. Nov. 28, 1918
Mrs. Louise WILLISON, an aged and
highly respected citizen of near Edwina, Ohio died Suddenly Thursday of heart
failure. Her death came as a severe shock to the community as she had seemed to
be in good health. She is survived by several children.
1918
Davis, Connie
d: Dec. 1, 1918
1918
Mathews, William
d: Dec. 21, 1918
1918
DEATH
Name: Richard CARPENTER
Source: The Spirit of Democracy
Woodsfield,
Ohio, Thurs. Dec. 12, 1918
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Gertrude Christman Kahrig
Richard CARPENTER, aged 94 years,
died at his home near Calais, Ohio December 2, 1918, from infirmities of old
age. Four sons and three daughters survive.
1918
DEATH
Name: Mrs. Kathryn OKEY
Source: The Spirit of Democracy
Woodsfield,
Ohio, Thurs. Dec. 12, 1918
Mrs. Kathryn BRISTER OKEY, aged
86 years, a highly respected lady passed away Tuesday, December 3, 1918. She
leaves to mourn the loss of a good mother three sons, James, Miles and Frank
OKEY, and a grandson Fred OKEY of the home, three daughters, Mrs. W. H. ULLMAN,
Mrs. H. F. SEEBAUGH and Mrs. J. L. MASON of Lowell, Ohio. The funeral was held
at the home by Professor J. A. HINES of Woodsfield; interment in Stafford
cemetery. Mr. John BRISTER of Burkhart, Ohio is a brother and Mrs. Jane OKEY of
Boone, Iowa, is a sister of the deceased.
1918
DEATH
Name: Charles William EBERLE
Source: The Spirit of Democracy
Woodsfield,
Ohio. Thurs., Dec. 19, 1918
Charles William EBERLE, aged 51
years, seven months and nine days, died at Quaker City, Ohio, December 7, 1918.
Deceased was born at Miltonsburg, Ohio and was a son of Charles L. and Ella
EBERLE. He leaves a widow, several children and his aged mother and one
sister.
1918
Harman, George W.
d: Dec. 8, 1918
1918
Robinson, Clara O.
d: Dec. 19, 1918
1918
DEATH
Name: Peter REISBECK
Source: The Spirit of Democracy
Woodsfield,
Ohio, Thurs. Dec. 19, 1918
Peter REISBECK a well known and
highly respected citizen of Woodsfield route 3, died at about 5 o clock Monday
morning December 16, 1918, aged 71 years, after an illness of about two weeks.
He leaves to mourn his death his wife and five children, one son and four
daughters. The funeral was held Wednesday morning at Miltonsburg, Ohio.
1918
Robinson, Clara O.
d: Dec. 19, 1918
1918
DEATH
Name: Edsell T. HAWKS
Source: The Spirit of Democracy
Woodsfield,
Ohio, December 1918
There are gains for all our losses,
There are balms for all our
pains,
But when youth, the dream, departs,
It takes something form our hearts,
And
it never comes again.
Edsell
T. HAWKS, son of Mr. Homer HAWKS and deceased wife Alma HAWKS, was born in
Jerusalem, Ohio, September 17, 1904. He died at Lewisville, R. R. 1 on December
20, 1918, bringing his total age to 14 years, 3 months, and 3 days. He was
taken with a slight headache a few days ago, which however turned into violent
pains in the spine and head and brought his young days to a rapid close. How
often are we not faced by death in this life. We always tremble and totter in
fear before it and it is well that we do for it is our greatest enemy. Quickly
it is upon us - - to some are given days of thought and penitence before it
comes, to others it comes on the wings of eagles. Whether we desire it or not
we must accept it. The Materialist accepts it stoically, the atheist with
alarm, the thoughtless with fright; the Christian alone can meet it as a
challenge with honor, for to him have been given the weapons, against which
death cannot survive. It often surprises him that it comes so early but his
surprise is only the signal to get out his sword of the Spirit and to put on
his shield of faith and against such spiritual armor of defense and offense,
death cannot and never will prevail. On the cross our Savior showed us what
faith, hope and love can do against death and we are true followers if we
learn from him.
Such were our thoughts when the
neighbors collected on Sunday afternoon, Dec. 22, 1918, to pay last respects
and reverence to the memory of one, who though only 14 years of age, was
missed, when he died. He was a quiet boy to the outward observer, but whistling
and singing when roaming abroad in solitude. We cannot but praise him when we
think that of his fourteen years he had gone seven to Sunday School without
voluntarily missing a single service. He was to receive a diploma for this
faithfulness. We are sorry that he died before he had received it. He leaves
behind many mourning friends and relatives. First among whom is his stepmother,
who was as good to him as Lincoln s stepmother was to the young Abraham
LINCOLN. He was taken to Lewisville after memorial services at the house, from
there he was taken to Lowell, Ohio, where he was buried beside his mother.
Do no sinful action,
Speak no angry word:
Ye belong to Jesus,
Children of the Lord.
Christ is kind and gentle,
Christ is pure and true,
And his little children,
Should be holy too.
P. S.
1918
DEATH
Name:
Henry Michael SMITH
Source:
Newspaper clipping, Dec. 1918
Provided
by Eloise Lumbatis January
What
is death? Tis to be free,
No
more to love or hope or fear,
To
join th great equality:
All,
all alike are humbled there,
The
mighty grave wraps, lord and slave.
Nor
pride, nor poverty dares come
Within
that refuge-house, -the tomb.
Such may, or may not have been
the thoughts of Henry M. Smith, when he was called from this earth on Friday,
December 13, 1918. At least such is the true nature of death. And such is its
first function. Naked we are born into this life, and naked we leave it again,
stripped of everything material or unspiritual. Nothing enters the great
beyond, but what we are at your last breath.  There is an equality in death and again
there is not. Equality since we all must share alike death s bitterness.
Let us hope with all his friends,
that our beloved henry M. Smith died a hopeful death. If ever there was a man
worthy to be called an optimist, it was he, and I believe, he was an optimist
with his last breath too. Can we who are yet among those who are called living
hope for a greater recommendation?
The deceased was born December
17, 1884, in Wayne township, Monroe county, Ohio. For many years he resided at
Miltonsburg. Among surviving near relatives are his mother, Mrs. Christina C.
Claus and one sister, Mrs. Mary E. Dougherty, of Pittsburgh. His father, two
brothers and one sister have gone before him to the grave. His father, Michael
Smith, died November 22, 1904. Hi brothers, john W. Smith, died March 1, 1908,
and George F. Smith, died November 12, 1908. His sister, Mrs. Christina steed,
died June 1, 1911.
He was baptized an Evangelical
christian by Rev. Samuel Egger. During his early youth he went to school at
Duff s College, Pittsburg, Pa., from where he graduated in 1903. He became a
member of faculty of that institution. He resigned his position there and took
a more remunerative on with the Waverly Oil Works of Pittsburgh. On account of
failing health he was compelled to discontinue this work and retired to his
home at miltonsburg, Ohio, where he spent to remainder of his life. As a sufferer
he was a rare example. Brave and cheerful. Anyone in the locality can testify
to his sunny disposition an spontaneous happy spirits. many, many of us will
miss him, now that he is gone to his reward.
Other surviving relatives are his
stepfather, Justus Claus, three nephews, four nieces and a host of loyal
friends and neighbors.
He was interred at the old
Woodsfield cemetery beside the other missing members of the family on December
16, 1918, where he sleeps to awake again at the day of summons.
I go
to life and not to death,
From darkness to life s native sky,
I go
from sickness and from pain,
To health and immortality.
Let
our farewell then, be tearless
Since too, I bid farewell to tears;
Write
this day of my departure
Festive
in your coming years.
I go
from poverty to wealth,
From rags to raiment, angel-fair,
From
the pale leanness of this flesh
To beauty such as saints shall wear.
P.
S.
1918
DEATH
Name; Henry NEUHART
Source: The Spirit of Democracy
Woodsfield,
Ohio, Thurs. Dec. 26, 1918
Collection of
Gertrude Christman Kahrig
Henry NEUHART, aged 84 years,
died at his home near Calais, Ohio December 16, 1918.
1919
DEATH
Name: Justina NEUHART
Source: The Spirit of Democracy
Woodsfield,
Ohio, Thurs., Jan. 9, 1919
Justina NEUHART, aged about
thirty years, died at her home at Los Angeles, California, Sunday, January 5,
1919. Deceased is a daughter of Mr. Daniel NEUHART formerly of this place, and
a sister of Mrs. C. F. BOTT and niece of Mayor L. P. NEUHART of Woodsfield.
1919
DEATH
Name: Henry WITTENBROOK
Source: The Spirit of Democracy
Woodsfield,
Ohio, Thurs. Jan. 9, 1919
Mr. Henry WITTENBROOK was born in
Wheeling, West Virginia, November 24, 1843, and died January 2, 1919, at
Mantua, Ohio, after an illness of 13 months. In the year 1871, on the 30th of
November he was united in marriage to Miss Theresa JOHNSON who ten years ago on
May 27, preceded him to the great beyond. When yet an infant he was baptized
into the Lutheran Church and remained faithful to his Master throughout his
life. The deceased was a resident of Woodsfield for many years, only after the
death of his wife did he leave this locality and live with his children. He
leaves to mourn his death five children, Forrest, John, and Stella WITTENBROOK
of Mantua, Ralph WITTENBROOK of Wallington, Ohio and Margaret WITTENBROOK of
Alma, Nebraska, besides several brothers and other relatives and a host of
friends. Funeral services were conducted Monday afternoon at one o clock, the
Reverend A. H. KNIPPING of the Evangelical Church of this place officiating.
Burial was at Hope cemetery.
1919
DEATH
Name: Morrie CARPENTER
Source: Monroe County death records
and The Spirit of Democracy
Woodsfield,
Ohio, Thurs. Jan. 9, 1919
Morrie CARPENTER, the
six-year-old son of Oliver and Civilla CARPENTER of Calais, Ohio, died December
23, 1918, after a short illness from pneumonia. Morrie was an exceptionally
bright little boy and enjoyed the love of all who knew him whether old or
young. The death of this child is a severe blow to the parents and the brother
and sister that are left. The writer can sympathize with the parents, having
passed through the same sad affliction and would cite them to Him who said
Suffer little children, and forbid them not, to come unto me; for of such is the
kingdom of heaven, for consolation.
1918
Longacher, Anthony
d: Dec. 29, 1918
1919
Carpenter, Margaret J.
d: 1919
1919
DEATH
Name: Louis STOEHR
Source: Monroe county death records
and The Spirit of Democracy
Woodsfield,
Ohio, Thurs. Jan. 9, 1919
Louis STOEHR, aged 57 years, died
Monday morning, January 6, 1919. Sunday evening with a neighbor and until at
the time of starting home he was in his usual health, but upon starting became
ill from some cause and kept on getting worse until about nine o clock Monday
morning when he expired. Mr. Stoehr had lived all his life in Woodsfield and
was a good citizen, industrious and honest and enjoyed the respect of those
with whom he had to do. He leaves a wife and several children. The funeral will
be held this Thursday afternoon at 2 o clock and the services will be conducted
by the pastor, Reverend A. H. KNIPPING.
1919
Pyles, Caroline
d: Jan. 8, 1919
1919
Ricer, Barbara
d: Jan. 8, 1919
1919
Wood, Thomas J.
d: Jan. 9, 1919
1919
Isaac J. Baker
d-January 10, 1919
1919
James A. Brown
d- January 10, 1919
1919
DEATH
Name: Mrs. Ottilia F. WAY
Source: The Spirit of Democracy
Woodsfield,
Ohio, Thurs. Jan. 16, 1919
Mrs. Ottilia F. OBLINGER WAY,
aged 79 years, died at her home on South Main street Monday morning, January
13, 1919, after an illness of several months.
Deceased was born at Malaga, Ohio
and has resided in Monroe County, Ohio all her life. For many years she lived
at Miltonsburg, Ohio moving from there to Woodsfield. Her maiden name was
OBLINGER. She was first married to Mr. Peter DORR who died many years ago. A
few years since she married Mr. William S. WAY who also preceded her in death.
Mrs. Way was a very intelligent
lady and a good neighbor and friend always looking on the merciful side of any
conditions that came before her, free from unkind criticism and charitable to
all. During her life she was an unfaltering member of the Catholic Church, yet
broad in her views, allowing all others to believe as they thought best.
She leaves one sister Mrs. Louis HOEFFLER
and three brothers, C. L. OBLINGER of Lewisville, and Clement OBLINGER of Warren, Ohio, and Charles OBLINGER of Lancaster, PA, besides a
number of other near relatives and many friends.
The funeral services were held
Wednesday morning and were conducted at the Catholic Church by the Reverend
Frances SEEBER.
We join in sympathy with her
relatives and friends. May she rest in peace.
1919
DEATH
Name: Mrs. Rosa YOHO
Source: The Spirit of Democracy
Woodsfield,
Ohio, Thurs. Jan. 16, 1919
Mrs. Rosa YOHO, daughter of Jacob
and Louisa FOEHRENBACH, was born near Woodsfield, Ohio, April 13, 1887, and
died at Drumright, Oklahoma, January 7, 1919, at the age of 31 years, eight
months and 24 days. On December 27, 1904, she was united in marriage to Mr. Melville
YOHO and to this union were born two children, Vada YOHO, aged 10, and Reuben
YOHO, aged 7. Death was the result of an attack of pneumonia. She leaves to
mourn her early and sudden death her husband and two children, father and
mother, two brothers, George W. and Walter M. FOEHRENBACH, and one sister, Mrs.
Clara BUCHANAN. Also a large number of relatives and friends. The funeral took
place Monday afternoon, January 13 from the residence of her parents. Burial at
Buchanan cemetery. Reverend A. H. KNIPPING of the Evangelical Church at
Woodsfield, conducted the funeral.
1919
Pyles, Caroline
d: Jan. 8, 1919
1919
Ricer, Barbara
d: Jan. 8, 1919
1919
Wood, Thomas J.
d: Jan. 9, 1919
1919
Schumacher, Stillborn
d: Jan. 14, 1919
1919
William F. Brown
d- January 15, 1919
1919
Reed, John
d: Jan. 22, 1919
1919
Smith, Joshua T.
d: Jan. 27, 1919
1919
McVey, Abner
d: Jan. 28, 1919
1919
Weber, Jack
d: Jan. 28, 1919
1919
Julitte Brownfield
d- January 30, 1919
1919XXXXx
DEATH
Name: Mrs. Juliette BROWNFIELD
Source: Monroe County death records
and The Spirit of Democracy
Woodsfield,
Ohio, Thurs. Feb. 6, 1919
Collection of
Gertrude Christman Kahrig
Mrs. Juliette BROWNFIELD aged 59
years, relict of R. BROWNFIELD, died at her home near Calais, Ohio January 30,
1919, after a lingering illness. Two sons and three daughters survive.
1919
DEATH
Name: Pvt. Clemence G. CLAUS
Source: Newspaper clipping, Feb. 1919
Collection of
Gilbert Claus
Private Clemence G. Claus was the
son of Frederick and Caroline HAFFNER CLAUS of near Miltonsburg, Ohio. He was
born there July 11, 1895, near Monroefield, Ohio, and was baptized and
confirmed according to the rites of the Evangelical Church. He was selected for
service in the United States Army on July 22, 1918. The many hardships of our soldier
boys across the sea was also a portion of his experiences. Finally the
Armistice was signed. Yet to some signing of the Armistice was not as assurance
of the safe return of their loved one. On the fourth of February 1919, the
household of Mr. and Mrs. Fred CLAUS was shocked and grieved upon the receipt
of a letter from Captain Spier containing the sad news that their boy whom they
had all thought well and contented in Grancem had died four weeks before.
Private Clemence G. CLAUS left
the world behind and entered into eternal rest on January 12, 1919. He had been
suffering form meningitis. He had reached the tender age of 23 years, six
months and one day old. The end came at Dernbach, Germany; where he was also
laid to rest in the First Division cemetery. This however was to be his final
resting place. The remains were removed from their first resting place and
brought to his native country. On July 19, 1920, the body of the deceased
arrived at Woodsfield, Ohio to be buried in the family lot in St. Peter s
Evangelical cemetery at Miltonsburg, Ohio on July 25, 1920.
The deceased patriot and loyal
soldier leaves behind his father and mother, Mr. and Mrs. Fed CLAUS; three
sisters; Mrs. Fred (Anna Catherina) CHRISTMAN; Mrs. Herman (Minnie Caroline)
EGGER; and Mrs. Elmer (Clara Louisa) CHRISTMAN; four brothers, Edwin Fredrick
CLAUS and Benjamin Henry CLAUS residing in Iowa; Leroy Alfred CLAUS and Gilbert
John CLAUS are living at the home of their parents.
The funeral took place Sunday,
July 25, 1920. Services in the Church began at 2 p.m. The local preacher
delivered the sermon. The American Legion was present and took over the
services at the grave under Captain MOONEY and Chaplain Charles JONES. The
bugler was Robert DIEHL. The pallbearers were ex-soldiers Chester RELLER,
Grover KNAPP, Joseph REIGHT, Bernard KRESS, and Nicholas REIMENSCHNEIDER.
Rev. MUECKE then officiated in
laying the body in its final resting place in the Evangelical Miltonsburg
cemetery.
1919
Hines, Minerva
d: Feb. 1, 1919
1919
Hamilton, Lydia J.
d: Feb. 1, 1919
1919
Turner, Thomas E
d: Feb. 2, 1919
1919
Williamson, Manual A.
d: Feb. 4, 1919
1919
Young, Eva I.
d: Feb. 8, 1919
1919
Zonker, Perc I.
d: Feb. 11, 1919
1919
Cox, Margaret L.
d: Feb. 23, 1919
1919XXXXX
MARRIAGE
Names: Mr. Benjamin A. SCHELL
and Miss Bessie BILLMAN
Source: The Spirit of Democracy
Woodsfield,
Ohio, Thurs. Feb. 13, 1919
Mr. Benjamin A. SCHELL and Miss
Bessie BILLMAN were united in marriage February 11, 1919, by the Reverend A. H.
KNIPPING, pastor of the Evangelical Church.
1919
DEATH
Name: William M. WILLIAMS
Source: The Spirit of Democracy
Woodsfield,
Ohio, Thurs., Feb. 13, 1919
William M. WILLIAMS, aged 64
years, died at his home in Woodsfield February 8, 1919, after a severe illness
of several days from pneumonia. Deceased was born on a farm at Round Bottom,
Ohio and grew to manhood and lived at
and near that place until in 1900 when he moved to Woodsfield. He
obtained a good education and taught school a number of years, and for two
terms served as County school examiner. He held the office of justice of the
peace in Green township and after coming to Woodsfield was deputy County
auditor for three years. At the close of the last named duties he started The
Sentinel and had been engaged in the printing and publishing business since. He
leaves a widow and five children. The funeral took place Monday and was
conducted by the members of Woodsfield Lodge No. 377 I. O. O. F., with the
Reverend E. R. ROMIG as minister.
1919
DEATH
Name: Barbara WAGONHEIM
Source: The
Spirit of Democracy
Woodsfield, Ohio, Thurs. Feb. 27, 1919
Mrs. Barbara WAGONHEIM aged about
60 years, wife of John M. WAGONHEIM of Newark, died February 21, 1919. Deceased
was a daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Frederick KINDELBERGER of Woodsfield route
four.
1919XXXXX
DEATH
Name: Mrs. Mary A. BUCHANAN
Source: The Spirit of Democracy
Woodsfield,
Ohio, Thurs. Feb. 27, 1919
Collection of
Lena Kahrig Pettit
Mrs. Mary A. BUCHANAN, aged 89
years, two months and 11 days, died at her home in Beallsville, Ohio February
22, 1919. Deceased had been a member of the Presbyterian Church for many years,
and was held in high esteem by those who knew her. The remains were taken to
the Buchanan Church Tuesday and buried by the side of her husband, C. S.
BUCHANAN, who preceded her many years ago. Eight children are left.
1919
Ricer, Fred
d: Feb. 19, 1919
1919
Rice, Anie
d: Feb. 24, 1919
1919XXXXX
DEATH
Name: Herman ACKERMAN
Source: Newspaper clipping and
St. John s
Church records, February 1919
Collection of
Gertrude Christman Kahrig
Herman ACKERMAN, the subject of
this sketch, was born on the 15th day of February, 1837, in Landefeld, near
Spangenburg Gur-Hessan, Germany. His parents being interested more in his
spiritual than in his material welfare had him confirmed in the Christian faith
while yet in the Fatherland on May 21st, 1851. In the year 1857, on the 11th
day of April, he left the Fatherland and sailed to America and landed in
Wheeling, West Virginia, on July 22nd of the same year. On March 16, 1862, he
was united in marriage to Mary NIESZ, and to this union seven children was
born, three sons and four daughters. Anna, the eldest of the children, preceded
him to the better land on March 1, 1896. He leaves to mourn, his devoted wife
and the following children, John ACKERMAN near home; Henry ACKERMAN of
Somerton, Ohio; Benjamin ACKERMAN, of Donora, Pennsylvania; Mrs. Jacob
CHRISTMAN, near home; Mrs. John CHRISTMAN, of Calais, Ohio; and Mrs. John
SEEBACH, of Alliance. Also twenty-nine grandchildren and ten great
grandchildren. The first ten years of their married life was spent in Benwood
and Wheeling, West Virginia. In March, 1872, they moved from Wheeling to Ohio
near Monroefield on the farm known as the Jacob BERTRAM farm; here they lived
dividing their joys and sorrows till in the fall of 1889, when they moved to
the farm on which he died, which was on the 27th day of February, 1919, being
at the time of his death 82 years and 12 days old.  During his illness he was tenderly cared
for by his loving wife and children and grandchildren, but more especially by
two grandchildren, Clara BINTZ and Viola BINTZ, who were constantly at his
bedside doing all that loving hands could do to restore him to health, but to
no avail, He was laid away to await the resurrection morn on Sunday, March 2nd,
in the St. John s Middle Church cemetery, followed by a large concourse of
friends and relatives, amid beautiful
floral offerings. The funeral was conducted by his former pastor, the Reverend
Paul SALESKE, of Chicago, Illinois.
Tis
hard to break the tender cord
When
Love has bound the heart,
Tis
hard so hard to speak the words
Must
we forever part.
Dearest
loved one we have laid thee,
In
the peaceful grave s embrace.
But
thy memory will be cherished
Till
we see thy heavenly face.
We
miss thee from our home, dear,
We
miss thee from thy place,
A
shadow o er our life is cast.
We
miss the sunshine of thy face,
We
miss thy kind and willing hand,
Thy
fond and earnest care,
Our
home is dark without thee
We
miss thee everywhere.
Oh,
then let us all be ready,
When
the call for us shall come,
To
meet you dear father
In
that happy, happy, land.
A
FRIEND.
1919
DEATH
Name: Mrs. Ellen TRUEX
Source: The Spirit of Democracy
Woodsfield,
Ohio, Thurs. Feb. 20, 1919
Mrs. Ellen McCAMMON TRUEX, aged
75 years, relict of Leander TRUEX, died at her home on North Main street
Tuesday morning February 18, after an illness of several days. Deceased was a
member of the Presbyterian Church. The funeral services will be held today,
Thursday, interment in Oaklawn cemetery, Woodsfield, Ohio.
1919
DEATH
Name: Mrs. Ellen TRUEX
Source: Newspaper dated Feb. 18, 1919
Collection of
Gertrude Christman Kahrig
On February 18, 1919, the pure
and gentle spirit of Mrs. Ellen TRUEX was called from this world to the
celestial home above, being in her 73rd year. The subject of this sketch,
formerly Miss Ellen McCAMMON, was born in the year 1846, on a farm now the home
of her brother, Alexander McCAMMON, of near Kerr Station. She was the youngest
daughter of Robert and Jane McCAMMON, and one of a family of six children of
which the oldest brother, Alexander, is the only surviving member. Two
brothers, Robert and Samuel, and two sister, Mrs. Jane BROWN and Mrs. Sarah
STIMPERT having preceded her to that hem where there is no parting and no more
good byes said. Mrs. Truex was formerly one of Monroe County s progressive
school teachers and will always be kindly remembered by many of the middle aged
men and women of today for whom she did so much by always setting a good
example of patriotism and morality. She always had a word of welcome for all
who came to visit her home and there was nothing gave her more pleasure than to
have her friends around her enjoying a social chat with those near and dear to
her. She will be sadly missed by her many friends and relatives.
1919
DEATH
Name: Rosina CHRISTMAN
Source: Monroe County death records
and Evangelical church records
Lewisville,
Ohio, March 2, 1919
Rosina PFALZGRAF was born
February 22, 1834; daughter of George Michael, Jr., and Elizabeth DIEHL
PFALZGRAF; spouse of Philip H. CHRISTMAN; married April 21, 1854; Rosina died
March 2, 1919; burial in St. John s Middle Church cemetery, near Lewisville,
Ohio.
1919
DEATH
Name: Edward YOCKEY
Source: The Spirit of Democracy
Woodsfield,
Ohio, Thurs. March 6, 1919
Another old veteran of Monroe
County, Ohio has gone to attend roll call where there is no war or rebel
prisoners. Edward YOCKEY was born near Miltonsburg, Ohio in 1841, the son of
Lawrence and Elizabeth YOCKEY, and died from dropsy and heart failure at
Smithland, Iowa, February 19, 1919. He enlisted in August 1862 and served until
June, 1865 in Company C, 116th O. V. I. He was wounded in June 1864, and was
a prisoner for 9 months in
Andersonville, Georgia where over 14,000 of our brave boys died from
hunger and exposure. In 1865, he went to Smithland, Iowa and married a Miss
Smith. He leaves to mourn his death his wife, one son and two daughters, one
brother, John YOCKEY. He was an uncle of J. H. and L. P. LANG, Miss Lottie
LANG, Mrs. P. SCHUMACHER, Mrs. Frank SCHUMACHER, and Mrs. Charles BURKHART of
this place, and many other relatives and old soldier friends. Rest in peace
until we meet again.
LOUIS SULSBERGER,
Late Corporal Co., C, 116 O. V.
I.
1919 XXXXX
DEATH
Name: Albert D. McVEY
Source: The Spirit of Democracy
Woodsfield,
Ohio, Thurs. March 13, 1919
Once more the death angel has
visited our home and took from us a loved one. Albert D. McVEY was born April
17, 1865, and departed this life January 28, 1919. He was united in marriage to
Clarinda DOUGHERTY. To this union was born seven children. His wife and two daughters
preceded him to the great beyond. He leaves to mourn his departure three sons,
two daughters and one sister. His death was caused from tuberculosis.
Everything was done to help him, but to no avail. He will be sadly missed by
all. M. K.
1919
McVey, Helen C.
d: Mar. 7, 1919
1919
Ruble, Julia A.
d: Mar. 8, 1919
1919
DEATH
Name: Lydia L. CLAUS, nee KILBURN
Source: Monroe County death records
and Newspaper clipping
and St. John s Church records
Lewisville,
Ohio, March 1919
Collection of
Beryl Christman Claus
Lydia Louise CLAUS, wife of
Walter Charles CLAUS, died Sunday, March 9, 1919, age 21 years, 5 months, and
12 days, after an illness of a few days of the influenza. She bore her sickness
and affliction without murmur or complaint and sweetly fell asleep to wake in
her blest home. She was born September 25, 1897, the daughter of Gustav F.
KILBURN and Mary KAHRIG. On April 9, 1911, she was confirmed at the St. John s
Evangelical Church. She was a member of the Sunday School all the days of her
life. On October 31, 1916, she was united in marriage to Walter C. CLAUS. Short
was the duration of the happy union. Like a thief of the night the news came
from the clear sky of her death. She leaves to mourn her death, husband, Walter
C. CLAUS; one son, Wilbert Walter CLAUS, aged two years; one daughter, Grace
Lydia CLAUS, aged 11 hours; father and mother, Mr. and Mrs. Gus KILBURN; 2
sisters, Estella KILBURN and Sylvia KILBURN, and two brothers, Freeman KILBURN
and William KILBURN, besides the many
friends who love her. She will be missed by us and all who knew her because she
was so kind and pleasant to everyone and the work that she has done will bring
her memory back to us. She was laid to rest in St. John s Middle Church
cemetery, near Lewisville, Ohio with the Reverend MEISENHEIMER
officiating.
1919
DEATH
Name: Lewis G. ROSE
Source: Newspaper clapping, March 1919
Collection of
Gertrude Christman Kahrig
A sad death occurred at the Lewis
G. ROSE place 10 miles from the town of Bloomfield, Iowa. Mr. L. G. ROSE became a suicide on last
Wednesday forenoon, March 12, 1919. Lewis ROSE was born at Lewisville, Ohio,
May 23, 1863. In 1883 the family moved to Hornick, Iowa. Here he married on May
19, 1885, to Lusetta SMITH his present mourning widow. In 1904 the L. G. ROSE
family moved to this neighborhood.
Their union was blessed with
seven children: Mrs. Bertha LANGE; Herman LANGE, Sergeant in the United States
of America in Germany; Edna; Everett; Lawrence; Amelia; and Arthur ROSE all at
home; and 3 grandchildren, two brothers and five sisters mourn his sad and
untimely death. His age being 55 years 8 months and 11 days.
Lewis ROSE has the reputation of
being honest and true neighbor, and friend. The entire neighborhood speak well
of him. He was also a true Christian. He was a regular attendant of public
worship. He loved to do good work and charity. What caused him to end his life
nobody knows because there was no reason for it, and no family trouble
whatever.
The only explanation we can find is this: He did it in a state of melancholy in
a depressed spirit.
Short funeral services were held
at the house on this week Tuesday, after which the burial followed. After the
burial the Reverend A. OLLENBURG conducted funeral services at the First
Trinity Lutheran Church.
1919
Claus, Lydia L.
d: Mar. 9, 1919
1919
Wehr, Maude V.
d: Mar. 10, 1919
1919
Stewart, Sarah
d: Mar. 13, 1919
1919
Yost, John I.
d: Mar. 13, 1919
1919
Freda Buckio
d- March 14, 1919
1919
MARRIAGE
Names: Mr. J. R. AULT
and Miss Lizzie HOFF
Source: The Spirit of Democracy
Woodsfield,
Ohio, Thurs. March 27, 1919
Mr. J. R. AULT and Miss Lizzie
HOFF were married March 15, 1919, by A. A. MINDER, Justice of Peace.
1919
Huffman, Edward
d: Mar. 15, 1919
1919
Mary J. Baker
d-March 21, 1919
1919
Jones, Edison
d: Mar. 26, 1919
1919XXXXX
DEATH
Name: Mrs.
Hulda BROWN
Source: The
Spirit of Democracy
Woodsfield,
Ohio, Thurs., April 3, 1919
Mrs. Hulda Brown, aged 28 years, wife
of John Brown, died March 22 at a Zanesville, Ohio hospital following an
operation. The deceased was a daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Charles CARPENTER of
near Calais, Ohio. Besides her husband she is survived by a daughter seven
years of age, her parents, seven sisters and two brothers, Howard CARPENTER
with the United States army in France and Albert CARPENTER of Calais. Interment
was made in the Calais cemetery.
1919
DEATH
Name: Mrs. Eliza Jane JACKSON
Source: Monroe County death records
and The Spirit of Democracy
Woodsfield,
Ohio, Thurs., April 10, 1919
Mrs. Eliza Jane JACKSON, aged
about 70 years, relict of the late Lewis JACKSON, died at her home on Neuhart
ridge April 8, 1919. Three children are left. The funeral will take place at
the Neuhart church this Thursday, April 10, 1919, morning at 10 o clock.
1919
Dunn, Ruth L.
d: Apr. 16, 1919
1919
Lang, Margaret
d: Apr. 19, 1919
1919
McHugh, Stillborn
d: Apr. 27, 1919
1991
Carpenter, Gladys L.
d: Apr. 9, 1919
1919
English, Harold E.
d: Apr. 12, 1919
1919
Hall, Stillborn
d: Apr. 12, 1919
1919
DEATH
Name: Anna E.
EGGER
Source: Monroe County death records
and St.
John s church records
Lewisville, Ohio, April 12, 1919
Anna E. Geldmacher was born February
5, 1861, the daughter of Frederick and Catherine ROOS GELDMACHER; spouse of
John H. EGGER. Anna Egger died April 12, 1919, aged 58 years; burial in St.
John s Middle Church in Summit township, Monroe County, Ohio.
1919
Ricer, Lena C.
d: Apr. 13, 1919
1919
Knowlton, Rachel E.
d: Apr. 20, 1919
1919
Anna Bauer
d-April 23, 1919
1919
DEATH
Name: Alexander CRONIN
Source: Monroe county death records
and The Spirit of Democracy
Woodsfield,
Ohio, Thurs. May 1, 1919
Alexander CRONIN of near Edwina,
Ohio died April 26, 1919, aged 81 years. He leaves a wife and seven children,