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Monroe County Obituaries
1898
Ackerman, Jacob Ackerman
Source: The Spirit of Democracy, Woodsfield, Ohio, October 13, 1898
Jacob Ackerman, of near Woodsfield, died
Saturday, October 10, 1898. His burial was made in the Woodsfield cemetery. His
wife and several children survive.
Ackerman, John Ackerman
Spirit of Democracy,
John Ackerman of near Woodsfield died Saturday morning from
typhoid fever. The funeral took place Sunday. Interment in
the Woodsfield cemetery. A wife and several children are left.
Adkins, Samuel Adkins
Spirit of Democracy,
Samuel Adkins, an aged and highly respected citizen of this
place, died Tuesday from dropsy after a lingering illness of several months.
His funeral took place Thursday afternoon, services being conducted by Rev. R.
S. Strahl assisted by Rev. L. B. Deer. The services
were held at the English M. E. Church. Interment in the
Harter cemetery.
Agee, Son Agee
Spirit of Democracy,
A ten year old son of George Agee, who lives near
Alexander, E. H. Alexander
Spirit of Democracy,
E. H. Alexander of
Armstrong, Mrs. Armstrong
Spirit of Democracy,
Mrs. Armstrong, wife of Hon. E. B. Armstrong, died at her
home at Armstrong s Mills Sunday. Deceased was a niece of Dr. T. H. Armstrong.
Letzelter, Louise Letzelter
Spirit of Democracy,
Louise Letzelter, aged 16 years,
died of typhoid fever at her home near Miltonsburg
Wednesday. The funeral took place Thursday. Interment at the
R. C. Church cemetery.
Arnold,
John Arnold
Source: Spirit of Democracy Jan. 20, 1898
JOHN
ARNOLD, a wealthy brewer of
Atkinson, Asher Atkinson
Spirit of Democracy,
A dispatch from Clarington says that Asher Atkinson, ten
year old son of Thomas Atkinson, went to the river Tuesday evening to swim. Ten
minutes later he was taken from the water, alive, but
unconscious. He died an hour later, despite the best effort of physicians.
Atkinson, Asher Atkinson
Spirit of Democracy,
Asher Atkinson, aged 11 years, son of Thomas H. Atkinson of
Clarington, was drowned in the river at that place June 7. The child had been
permitted to go to the water s edge, instructed to wait for his father who
intended to shortly follow him and learn the child to
swim. The child waded into the water a short distance and is supposed to have
stepped into a hole, placing him beyond his depth. He was an only son.
Atkinson, William H. Atkinson
Spirit of Democracy,
William H. Atkinson, aged 66 years, a prominent citizen of
Batesville, died at his home in that place May 27.
Baker, Mrs. Baker
Spirit of Democracy,
The fourteen year old son of Mrs. Baker of
Baker, Sarah J. Baker
Spirit of Democracy,
Again the angel of death has visited our community and
claimed for his prey Sarah J. Baker, wife of Jacob W. Baker of Edwina. The
deceased was aged 63 years, 6 months and 6 days. She was the mother of eleven
children, 5 boys and 6 girls. Of this number only three are living, one boy and
2 girls. She leaves a father alone. Mrs. Baker was a member of the Christian
church for over forty years.
Barber,
William Barber
Source: Spirit of Democracy Jan. 6, 1898
WILLIAM
BARBER, aged 62 years, who resided near Woodsfield, was found dead in his bed
Sunday evening. He retired about nine
o clock and within an hour one of his children went to his bed and discovered
that he was cold in death. We are unable
to give the cause of his death. He
leaves a wife and several children.
Barlow,
(baby) Barlow
Source: Spirit of Democracy Jan. 13, 1898
Stafford
-- Mr. and Mrs.
James BARLOW of Jerles buried their BABY at
Southerland a few days ago. Much
sympathy is felt for the stricken young couple, as twice in the short space of
one year the death angel darkened their happy home, each time taking an only
idol and leaving them childless. None
but those who have lain their little ones away can
imagine the desolation of a home where baby eyes and baby hands are closed and
stilled forever. May He who tempers the
wind to the shorn lamb, bind up the bleeding heart with the promise of Where
they are you can go.
Barlow,
Harold Barlow
Barlow,
Jesse Barlow
Source: Spirit of Democracy Jan. 6, 1898
HAROLD,
infant son of James and Jennett BARLOW, aged 8 months
and 7 days, died December 27, 1897. Just
10 months from that evening JESSE, and older brother died. It seems hard for father and mother to part with
their only children, yet He that said, Suffer little children to come unto
me, knows best. Jesse and Harold have
parted from a world of sin, trouble and death, to purity and life everlasting. Their little feet are among the golden
pebbles on the other shore, in care of the tender Shepherd, waiting for father
and mother to come. Then scatter your
flowers over their graves in sad remembrance of them, but think they are with
the fairest flowers, companions of angels and all the redeemed of earth. So weep not. Allie N.
Belford, Benjamin Belford
Spirit of Democracy,
Benjamin Belford was bor December
9, 1819, and lived a long and happy life. He was strickly
temperate in all things, and regular in all his habits. He was from boyhood up,
stringently moral, honest, and industrious. Such a worthy example might well be
imitated by young people today. Some eleven years ago, believing it his duty to
be identified with some branch of the Church, be became a member of the West
Union church, in which he lived faithfully to the shades of death. He was
liberal in his views, and often worshiped in churches other than his own. After
a brief illness he died at his home April 12, 1898, and his body was interred
in
Billiter, Susanna Billiter
Spirit of Democracy,
Susanna Billiter was born
November 28, 1838, and died January 3, 1899. She was united in marriage to
Samuel Hayes August 26, 1858, and to this union there were born nine children,
four girls and five boys, all of whom are living. Her husband departed this
life April 3, 1895. She became a member of the
Bishop, Mrs. Wesley Bishop
Spirit of Democracy,
(Edwina) Again the angel of death has visited our community
and claimed for his prey Grandmother Bishop, wife of the late Wesley Bishop,
who preceded her to the other world about three months ago. She was a
consistent member of the U.B. church. She was a kind and loving mother and
accommodating neighbor. She was among the number who could happily and
truthfully say: My enemies are few. She never failed to extend charity to the
poor and distressed when in her power to do so. She leaves one son and a host
of friends. Our loss is her eternal gain, for we know according to God s word
that she fell asleep in Jesus.
Bishop, Wesley Bishop
Spirit of Democracy,
Wesley Bishop, aged 87 years, died at his home in
Bodkin, Smith Bodkin
Spirit of Democracy,
Smith Bodkin of Somerton,
Bonar, Mrs. Joseph Bonar
Spirit of Democracy,
Mrs. Bonar, aged 86 years, relict of Joseph Bonar, died at
the residence of her son at
Bottenfield, Hiram Bottenfield
Spirit of Democracy,
An
Boyd,
William H. Boyd
Source: Spirit of Democracy Jan. 20, 1898
While
WILLIAM H. BOYD and Oliver Donner were cutting trees near St. Clairsville one fell upon Boyd. His neck was broken and his head terribly
crushed. He leaves a wife and family of
grown children.Keyser, Mrs. John Keyser
Source: Spirit of Democracy Jan. 20, 1898
Mrs.
JOHN KEYSER died last Wednesday from dropsy, after several months
sickness. Interment
Friday in Clarington cemetery.
 And Mrs.
James Briggs of Drumford, died May 16, from
consumption. Miss Briggs enjoyed the respect and esteem of a large circle of
relatives and friends and died a christain lady,
fully realizing her acceptance with her Savior. The funeral took place Tuesday,
interment at the Christian cemetery at Graysville.
Washburn, James Washburn
Spirit of Democracy,
Col. James Washburn, aged 77 years, a former resident of
Woodsfield, and who will be remembered by many of our older citizens, died at
his home in
He served as captain of that company in all of the
campaigns in which the regiment took part, until August, 1862, when the 116th
regiment of
Brister, Infant Brister
Spirit of Democracy,
A four months old daughter of Mr. And Mrs. Joseph Brister of Brister died Friday
from spinal meningitis.
Brown, Adelena
Brown
Spirit of Democracy,
Adelena Brown, aged 28 years,
wife of James Brown, died at her home in Woodsfield Saturday. Mrs. Brown was a
member of the Christian church. The funeral services took place Sunday
interment in the Woodsfield cemetery. A husband and two children are left.
Brummelle, Charity Brummelle
Spirit of Democracy,
(
Charity Brummelle was born in Clay
county, Indiana, and was 37 years old, when she died.
Her disease was lung trouble. She has gone away and leaves a family of four
young children.
Brunner,
John Brunner
Source: Spirit of Democracy Jan. 20, 1898
JOHN
BRUNNER, aged about 70 years, died Sunday night at his home in
Buchanan, Alexander Buchanan (obit 2)
Spirit of Democracy,
Brother Alexander Buchanan was born February 25, 1822, died
September 10, 1898. He was made a Master Mason at
In his religious associations he was a Presbyterian, and
was a prominent and liberal member of that church. The whole history of his
life, from his boyhood days to the hour of his death, is that of honorable
conduct in every detail. He loved above all other things his home and the wife
and children and grandchildren by whom he was surrounded and to whom he was a
most devoted, indulgent and affectionate husband and father.
As a Mason he was ardent, zealous and enthusiastic;
inclement, indeed was the night when he was not present at our meetings, if
able to get there. He dearly loved the order, and was respected and loved by
each and every brother who had the honor and pleasure of his acquaintance; and
each and all feel keenly the great loss which our beloved order, the church of
which he was a member, his devoted wife, children and the entire community have
sustained his death; and to the bereaved widow and children we tender our
profoundest sympathy, yet it is consolation to know that as a man and a Mason
his whole life was such that he need not fear death; for him the final summons
brought no dismay, no apprehension, but surrounded by those he loved and with
a smile upon his countenance, he entered upon the dark voyage so full of
mystery and yet so full of promise and prospect and faith and hope as to banish
all sense of dread from the mind of him upon whose kindling vision the receding
earth was only bringing more clearly into view, the light that shone from the
farther shore, guiding him on the way to his eternal rest in the Celestial
Lodge on high.
J. P. Spriggs, Wire
Buchanan, Alexander Buchanan
Spirit of Democracy,
Death of Alexander Buchanan
Saturday evening occurred the death of Alexander Buchanan, aged 76 years. He
had been suffering for several weeks from a stroke of paralysis which finally
caused his death. Mr. Buchanon was one of the oldest
citizens of
Buckheit, Mrs. G. R. Buckheit
Spirit of Democracy,
(
Burgbacher, Catharine Burgbacher
Spirit of Democracy,
Catharine Burgbacher aged 68
years, wife of Mathias Burgbacher died at her home at
New Matamoras Monday. Mrs. Burgbacher was a daughter
of James Cunningham and was born and raised to womanhood in Woodsfield. She
leaves a husband and nine children.
Burkhart, Catherine Burkhart
Spirit of Democracy,
Catherine Burkhart, aged 14 years, oldest daughter of Mr.
and Mrs. Fred Burkhart, died at her home near Woodsfield Thursday of last week.
 She was a member of the Roman Catholic Church. Her
remains were interred at the R. C. Church cemetery Friday morning. Rev. Father J. S. Cawley officiating.
Burris, John Burris
Spirit of Democracy,
As I reflect upon the subject of this sketch I am reminded
of the words of David when he learned of the death of Abner:
Know ye not that there is a prince and great man fallen this day in
Burt,
Elmer Burt
Source: Spirit of Democracy Jan. 13, 1898
ELMER
BURT, a prominent citizen of Byesville,
Cehrs, Barbara A.
Cehrs
Spirit of Democracy,
Barbara A. Cehrs, aged 68 years,
relict of Christian Cehrs, died at her home at Baresville June 28. She had been sick for several months
from ailments that resulted in heart trouble which caused her death. Mrs. Cehrs was a well respected lady.
She leaves seven daughters and one son.
Christman, Jennie Christman [Source:
The Spirit of Democracy Issue:
Died, near
A FRIEND.
Christman, Jennie Christman
Spirit of Democracy,
Died, near Calais, March 26, Jennie
Christman, wife of George Christman. Mrs. Christman was born in
She believed on her death-bed that she was saved and that
she would meet her dear relatives and friends in that heavenly kingdom above.
Her last words were: I am ready to meet my God and
Savior. I must leave you now, Good bye. Dear Jennie she left us, but we hope
not forever. Peace be to her soul.
Tis hard to break the tender cord.
When love has bound the heart,
Tis hard, so hard, to speak the
word,
We must forever part.
.
Green be the turf above thee,
Friend of my better days:
None knew then but to love thee,
Nor named thee but to praise.
Christman, Mrs. George Christman
Spirit of Democracy,
The remains of Mrs. George Christman, who resided near the
Middle church, were interred in the cemetery her Monday.
Clark, Child Clark
Spirit of Democracy,
A little four-year-old son of William H. Clark, who resides
near
Clarke, Hannah Clarke
Spirit of Democracy,
(
Claus, Wilhelm Heinrich Claus
Wilhelm Heinrich Claus died September 4, 1898. He was born in
Clegg, Frank Clegg
Spirit of Democracy,
(Altitude) The people of this cemetery were shocked to hear
the sadness of the death of Mrs. Frank Clegg of Round Bottom. She departed this
life Thursday morning. Interment in Chapel Hill cemetery
Friday. The funeral services were conducted by Rev. Cope.
Clegg, Lucinda E. Clegg
Spirit of Democracy,
The death Angel visited our community again and claimed as
its victim one in the spring time of life, dear to her many friends, husband
and relatives, Lucinda E. Clegg, wife of C. F. Clegg of Round Bottom. She was
born June 9, 1872, died October 29, 1898, aged 26 years, 4 months and 11 days.
She was a faithful and efficient member of the M.E. church, and while her light
was shining brightly for the Master she was suddenly called to her reward. She
will be sadly missed in the church and community.  The funeral services were conducted by Rev. Cope of
Cleveland, Henry J. Cleveland
Spirit of Democracy,
Henry J. Cleveland, Indian agent in
Cline, Barbara Cline
Spirit of Democracy,
(
Cline, Elias Cline
Spirit of Democracy,
Elias Cline, aged 45 years, of Aitch, and H. P. Powell,
aged 20 years of Poulton, died at
Cline, Frances Cline
Spirit of Democracy,
Frances Cline, aged 55 years, wife of Commissioner M. V.
Cline, died from consumption at her home at Greenbrier on Thursday. Mrs. Cline
had been a member of the Christian Union church for many years. She leaves a
devoted husband and nine children.
 And Mrs. Mathias Cline. The funeral services
were held at Low Gap. Rev. Roache
officiating. Interment at Low Gap cemetery, Friday.
Cox, John Cox
Spirit of Democracy,
(Graysville) John Cox of near this place was found dead
near the residence of his brother-in-law John Jones Monday. Interment
in the Connor Ridge cemetery Tuesday.
Danford, Benjamin Danford
Spirit of Democracy,
Benjamin Danford, aged 80 years,
of Mero, died August 11.
Danford, Samuel Danford
Spirit of Democracy,
(Crabapple) Death has again visited our community and taken
from us Samuel Danford, aged 94 years, 2 months and
15 days. All of his children are now living. Hon. L. Danford,
DeWitt Danford, Mrs. Sarah Hammond and Mrs. Lizzie D.
Myers, besides a number of his grandchildren, were at his bedside watching the
approach of death which came at 8 o clock Sunday night January 8. Mr. Danford has for all these long years in this life been one whom the world could indeed point to as one of the most
honorable just and unimpeached characters of man. He was loved and respected in
the highest degree, so did he also love and respect his fellow man. There
perhaps could hardly be a more loving and being loved father as was Mr. Danford to and by his children and grandchildren. The
funeral services took place January 10. Rev. W. G. Lemmon of Beallsville
officiated. The remains were interred in the Belmont Ride cemetery, by the side
of his wife who preceded him almost nine years ago.
Dangle, Charles Dangle
Spirit of Democracy,
(Clarington) Saturday forenoon Charles Dangle was drowned
in the
Davenport, John A. Davenport
Spirit of Democracy,
John A. Davenport Dead
John A. Davenport, aged 80 years, died at his home
at
Decker, Andy Decker
Spirit of Democracy,
Andy Decker, aged 32 years, 9 months and 21 days, died at
his home in Beallsville November 12 from fever. He leaves a wife and one child.
Derot, Infant Derot
Spirit of Democracy,
(Trail Run) Death has again invaded our community and
claimed for its victim the infant daughter of Henry and Lois Derot. The funeral took place Thursday of last week. Interment in the German Lutheran cemetery.
Devaul, W. A. Devaul
Spirit of Democracy,
The angel of death visited the home of Dr. W. A. Devaul and took for its victim his youngest son, Ralph Glen
Devaul, who departed this life June 18, 1898, aged 3
years, 9 months, 24 days. His illness was brief, being of only three days
duration. His suffering was intense and every effort was made to save his life,
but all in vain. The Master called and Ralph must go. He was a bright little
boy and tenderly cherished by his parents and friends. May the bereaved parents
look to Him for consolation who doeth all things well and said Suffer little
children to come unto me and forbid them not for of such is the
Dickson,
Frank Dickson
Source: Spirit of Democracy Jan. 6, 1898
Two
years ago, FRANK DICKSON of Muskingum county was
killed by a road bridge breaking down while he was crossing it with a traction
engine. The widow has been allowed
$3,000 damages by a jury.
Dillon, Hamilton Dillon
Spirit of Democracy,
Hamilton Dillon, aged about 60 years, committed suicide at
his residence in Clarington Thursday by shooting himself with a revolver. The
ball entered above the right eye, inflicting a fatal wound. The shooting was
done at 12 o clock and death followed in a few hours. There was no one home at
the time, Mrs. Dillon having gone out in town for some purpose. Mr. Dillon was
well-known to many of the people of this county. He was an honest, upright man
and had a military record that he could justly feel proud of, having gone
through the late war a member of the 77th regiment and was always in
the line of duty, brave, courageous and patriotic. Mr. Dillon had not been
considered in his right mind for (newspaper cut off at this point)
Dillon, Sarah Dillon
Spirit of Democracy,
Sarah Dillon, aged 80 years, relic of Thomas Dillon, died
at her home at
Dornbush, Jacob Dornbush
Spirit of Democracy,
Died Friday night about 10 o clock Jacob Dornbush, of near this place. Interment
Sabbath in the Trail Run cemetery. (Wanamaker)
Dougherty, Jacob Dougherty
Spirit of Democracy,
December 27, 1897, occurred the death from typhoid fever of
Jacob Dougherty, aged 71 years, at his home near Temperanceville,
Dressler, Eva Dressler
Spirit of Democracy,
Mrs. Eva Dressler, aged 68 years, relict of Jacob Dressler,
died Monday night at her home near Woodsfield. Deceased was a member of the
Lutheran church. The funeral services were held Wednesday. Interment
in the Woodsfield cemetery.
Duerr, J. C. Duerr
Spirit of Democracy,
J. C. Duerr, aged 61 years, of
New Martinsville, a former resident of Clarington, died July 15 from a stroke
of paralysis. Mr. Duerr removed from this county
about fifteen years ago. He was held in high esteem by his acquaintances.
Dunn, J. P. Dunn
Spirit of Democracy,
(Beallsville) We very much regret the death of Mrs. J. P.
Dunn. She died Sabbath morning. She was one of the noblest ladies of our town.
Early, Will Early
Spirit of Democracy,
Will Early, aged 12 years, son of Mr. And Mrs. Robert
Early, died Friday from typhoid fever. The funeral took place Saturday.
Eaton, Child Eaton
Spirit of Democracy,
{the first several lines were cut
off the newspaper} ....Eaton, youngest child of L. D. And Lizzie Eaton, took it flight to the God that gave it. He was born
March 26, 1897, aged at death 1 year, 6 months and 1 day. Although his stay on
earth was short and the home that he has left will be lonely to father and
mother, and many a sad and bitter tear will unbidden fall because of a sad
remembrance of this beautiful and affectionate life, yet they have the
assurance of him who said: Suffer little children to come unto me, and forbid
them no; for of such is the kingdom of God, that he is asleep in the arms of
Jesus. The cause of his death was stomatitis complicated with spinal disease.
The entire community sympathize with Mr. And Mrs.
Eaton. The funeral services were conducted by W. T. Scarbrough,
after which the remains were laid to rest in the Graysville cemetery.
Eaton, Elmer Eaton
Spirit of Democracy,
(Graysville) Elmer Eaton, oldest son of L. D. And Lizzie
Eaton, died last week at the early age of about 14 years. Why must one so kind,
so bright, the light of a home, be called away at the
bloom of youth? Elmer was one of our most respected and beloved young men. To
the father and mother and to the family to which he belonged
his loss is the greatest. He had been in poor health for some time and about
two weeks ago he was stricken with that dreadful disease, typhoid fever,
complicated with other diseases which made him unable to endure the attack of fever.
He was a good boy and his kind nature, his amiable disposition and his love for
the sunny side of everything made him at once a pleasing companion and called
around him a host of warm and sympathizing friends. He leaves father, mother,
two sisters and three brothers and a host of friends to mourn his loss. His
remains were laid to rest in the Graysville cemetery attended by a large circle
of friends and relatives. The funeral services were conducted by W. T. Scarbrough. The family have the
sympathy of the entire community in this their sad bereavement.
Eddy, Hannah Eddy
Spirit of Democracy,
Mrs. Hannah Eddy, aged 55 years, whose home is near Marietta,
has become insane through grief over the death of her son Okey
Eddy, a member of the Eighth Ohio Vol. Inf who died
on shipboard and was buried at sea while en route home from southern climes.
Edgar, S.C. Edgar
Spirit of Democracy,
(Agins) Sept. 25 the spirit of an
infant daughter of Mr. And Mrs. S. C. Edgar took its flight to God that gave
it. Although her stay here on earth was but one short month; the home will be
lonely to father and mother and many a sad tear will fall because of a
remembrance of this little one. The funeral services were conducted by Rev. W.
G. Lemon after which the remains were laid to rest in the Moffett cemetery.
Ewing, A. D. Ewing
Spirit of Democracy,
A. D. Ewing, aged 85 years, a prominent citizen of Quarry,
died Saturday from heart failure. Mr. Ewing had been a member of the Methodist
church for fifty years. He leaves one son and three daughters. The funeral took
place Sunday; interment at
Ewing, A. D. Ewing
Spirit of Democracy,
A. D. Ewing, on of our pioneer
citizens of near this place, died July 31, 1898, in the 82d year of his age.
Mr. Ewing s ancestors were among the first settlers of the stockades at
A Neighbor
Ewing, Absolom
Ewing
Spirit of Democracy,
It is with sadness that we note the death of our friend and
neighbor Absolom Ewing, who died July 30. Mr. Ewing
was stricken with heart trouble some few weeks ago, but no one thought the end
so near. As a friend and neighbor a community would need no better. He was
always cheerful and ever ready and willing to lend a helping hand to those in
need and give good advice to all. He seemed to have always had his share of
disappointments and adversities in this life, but bore them with grace and
fortitude, never murmuring nor complaining, but willing and submissive to the
will of Him who doeth all things well. He died in full faith believing in
Jesus, the One who said: Come unto me, all ye that labor and are heavy laden,
and I will give you rest. He has fought a good fight,
he has finished the course, and has kept the faith.
He leaves a son and four daughters and a host of relatives
and friends to mourn his departure. They have the sympathy of the community in
this their sad bereavement. His remains were laid to rest Sunday in the
Fagert, Mrs. Fagert
Spirit of Democracy,
(
Feiock, Jacob Feiock
Spirit of Democracy,
Jacob Feiock, aged 45 of
Ferguson, Roy Ferguson
Spirit of Democracy,
Roy Ferguson, aged 9 years, son of Grant Ferguson, a
conductor on the B & O railroad, was drowned at
Fisher, Eliza Fisher
Spirit of Democracy,
(Clarington) Mrs. Eliza Fisher, an aged and christian lady, died Sunday evening after having a third
stroke of paralysis, the first about two weeks ago. Funeral services were held
today in the M.E. church by Rev. E. S. Bowers. Interment in
family lot in Clarington cemetery.
Fisher, Margaret Fisher
Spirit of Democracy,
(
Fletcher, William S. Fletcher
Spirit of Democracy,
William S. Fletcher, who has been an
express agent in Chicago for a number of years, had tuberculosis and was
brought to the Wheeling hospital about two weeks since. He died at the
institution and was brought to his father s home, T. W. Fletcher, in the suburbs
of Beallsville. His remains were interred in the cemetery at this place
Sabbath. Rev. John
Jeffers conducting the funeral.
He was aged 33 years and 1 month, and had never married.
Mr. Fletcher united with the Disciple church at the early age of sixteen years.
 He will long be remembered by his boyhood and young manhood associates as
a noble boy as well as christian
gentleman. He was patient and uncomplaining during all the adversities of life
and during his last sickness. We are glad to believe that he died with Heaven
in full view.
Forney,
Louisa Forney
Source: Spirit of Democracy Jan. 13, 1898
A
Tribute -- On
Saturday, December 25, 1897, occurred the sudden death of Miss FORNEY, Matron
of the childrens home at
Gallaher, Mrs. Jesse Gallaher
Spirit of Democracy,
Mrs. Jesse Gallaher, a young married woman of Barnesville,
was fatally burned one evening last week by her clothing catching fire at an
open grate. She had put her baby to sleep and in getting up to place it in the
cradle her dress caught fire and before help could arrive she was terribly
burned, surviving her injuries only a few hours.
Gardner, Ida M. Gardner
Spirit of Democracy,
Again it has pleased Almighty God to visit our community and
take from our midst another friend, Miss Ida M. Gardner, who departed this life
August 15, 1898, aged about 30 years. She united with the Christian church ten
years ago and lived a true and faithful servant in the Master s service until
the voice of Him who doeth all things well called her from this earth of pain
and sorrow to that haven of peace and rest. Deceased leaves a father, mother,
two brothers and two sisters. Interment at Graysville August 16. The funeral
services were conducted by William Scarbrough.
Gatchell, Nathan Gatchell
Spirit of Democracy,
Nathan Gatchell, aged 81 years,
died at his home at Graysville Tuesday. Deceased was a member of the M.E.
church. He leaves one son and many friends. Mr. Gatchell
was grandfather of Mrs. Dr. J. R. Parry of Woodsfield. The funeral took place
Wednesday.
Gatchell, Nathan Gatchell
Spirit of Democracy,
(Graysville) Death has again been in our midst and called
to his eternal home in heaven one of our oldest and most highly esteemed
citizen, Nathan Gatchell. His death occurred at the
home of his son and daughter Mr. And Mrs. Winfield J. Gatchell
of Graysville, October 11. Such a gift had nature in her bounty bestowed on the
subject of this sketch that he was universally loved by all and although his
earthly destiny was sunk to the dust, and his glorious faculties trodden under
earth, yet the full of inborn riches of love to all living will never, never
fade away as long as his acquaintances and friends retain the faculty of
remembrance, until all should be confined within the bounds which nature hath
assigned.
The deceased was born in
On the 26th of February, 1849, while still in
Gatchell, Robert Gatchell
Spirit of Democracy,
Robert Gatchell, aged 77 years,
died at his home at
Gatts, Caroline Gatts
Spirit of Democracy,
Giffen, A. A. Giffen
Spirit of Democracy,
Many persons hereabouts will sincerely regret to learn of
the death of Rev. A. A. Giffen, which occurred at New
Athens Sunday. Mr. Giffen a few years ago spent the
summer preaching for the Presbyterian congregations at Woodsfield, Buchanan and
Githens, G. W. Githens
Spirit of Democracy,
Dr. G. W. Githens had been sick
during Thursday night so that he lost the night s sleep. Friday morning about 9
o clock he went into his office with the expressed purpose of getting some
sleep. About midday his wife called at his door but received no response but
thought him only sleeping. She called again during the afternoon and still
received no response. Shortly after she obtained help and succeeded in getting
into his office, when to their utter astonishment they found him dead and
apparently had been for several hours.
The doctor was born in
Glenn, Georgia C. Glenn
Spirit of Democracy,
Mrs. Georgia C. Glenn of Van Wert, past president of the
Ohio Daughters of Rebekah, died in the
Graham,
John F. Graham
Source: Spirit of Democracy Jan. 6, 1898
JOHN
F. GRAHAM, aged 30 years, a student in the senior class at the Western
Theological seminary at
Gray, Heber Ray Gray
Spirit of Democracy,
Heber Ray Gray was born February 21, 1897 and died August
13, 1898. Spinal affection in a very malignant form was the cause of his death.
He was laid to rest in the cemetery of the christian church at Pleasant Ridge.
Griffith, Margaret Griffith
Spirit of Democracy,
Margaret Griffith, aged 56 years, wife of Abram Griffith of
near Woodsfield, died Friday from inflammation of the bowels. Deceased was a
member of the M.E. church and was a christian
lady. She leaves a devoted husband and one son. The funeral services were held
Saturday. Rev. Alfred Walls officiating. Interment at
the [the newspaper was cut off at this point]
Guthrie, John H. Guthrie
Spirit of Democracy,
John H. Guthrie, aged 40 years, died at his home in
Haga, Ruth Haga
Spirit of Democracy,
Ruth Haga, aged 70 years, wife of
Benjamin Haga of Doherty, died July 12 from a stroke
of paralysis. The funeral services took place Wednesday and were conducted by
Rev. Shaffer. Interment at Glady cemetery, Noble county. A husband and two children are left.
Handler, Goldie Belle Handler
Spirit of Democracy,
(Rinard Mills) Died Thursday
afternoon at two o clock Goldie Belle, daughter of Mr
and Mrs. Richard Handler. Spasms is said to have been the cause of death. The
child was about 3 years old. The parents have the sympathy of the entire
community in this, their sad bereavement. Interment at Low
Gap cemetery Friday afternoon at 2 o clock.
Harman, Alexander Harman
Spirit of Democracy,
Alexander Harman, who was stricken with paralysis a few
weeks ago, died at his home near Graysville Saturday. Our correspondence from
the place gives us a full account of the funeral services. Mr. Harman was a man
of considerable ability, had served the county two terms as commissioner, and
had many friends.
Harman, Alexander Wilson (Obit 2)
Spirit of Democracy,
Graysville. The people of this
community were shocked Saturday morning to learn of the sad death of
ex-Commissioner Alexander Harman of this vicinity. Mr. Harman was stricken with
paralysis while on his way to Woodsfield three weeks ago, but no one thought
the end was so near. He was a good citizen and his convivial nature, his
amiable disposition and his love for the sunny side of everything, made him at
once a pleasing companion and called around him a host of sympathizing friends.
He leaves a wife and eleven children and a large circle of friends to mourn his
loss. His remains were laid to rest Sunday, January 30, in the Graysville
cemetery, attended by his relatives and a large number of friends. While the
man there assembled bid a sad farewell to the earthly remains fo this father and friend he will
be remembered for years as a model citizen whom no one can err in emulating.
The funeral services were conducted by W. T. Scarbrough,
assisted by William H. McHugh of Greenbrier. The family have
the sympathy of the entire community.
Haught, Mrs. Noah Haught (obit 2)
Spirit of Democracy,
(Fly) Mrs. Noah Haught, aged 82
years, died at her home near Centerview. Mrs. Haught will be missed by her many friends.
Haught, Mrs. Noah Haught
Spirit of Democracy,
(Wanamaker) Mrs. Noah Haught,
Sr., died April 15, interment Sabbath in the Brownsville Presbyterian cemetery.
Haught, Noah Haught
Spirit of Democracy,
(Wanamaker) Died, August 11, Noah Haught sr. Interment Friday in the Brownsville Presbyterian
cemetery.
Henthorn, Andrew Henthorn
Spirit of Democracy,
Andrew Henthorn, aged 84 years,
died at his home in Clarington July 8.
Henthorn, Mrs. Lisle Henthorn
Spirit of Democracy,
(
Hickman, Henry Hickman (obit 2)
Spirit of Democracy,
(Laings) Again the reaper of
death has visited our community and claimed for its victim Henry Hickman, one
of our aged and respected citizens. Mr. Hickman had been in poor health for the
past thirty years. A few days ago he received a fall which shortened his life.
Everyone saw that the end was drawing near and all that willing hands could do
was done, but of no avail, for the Master had called him home. He was born in
Green county,
Hickman, Henry Hickman
Spirit of Democracy,
(Benwood) A
sadness is cast over our community by the death of Henry Hickman an aged
and respected citizen, which occurred about noon Friday. Deceased was about 76
years of age and had been an invalid for several years. A large funeral
concourse followed the remains to their resting place at the McFarland
cemetery.
Hill, Mary Hill
Spirit of Democracy,
Today she sleep neath the sod and the dew, and her labors are over; her
work is done, but she will live long in the memory of her many former
acquaintances of Greenbrier and elsewhere who survive her. Death, with its inexorable
decree, has again entered the chamber of life and called from this chamber to
take her place in the silent chamber of the dead, and so suddenly and
unexpectedly was called to the clouds of the great Hereafter where all may look
and gather consolation in the blessed fact when time shall have merged into
eternity, there will be a glorious reunion in that place of eternal rest where
parting shall be no more.
The subject of this sketch, Mary Hill, was born in
Hines, Abby Hines
Spirit of Democracy,
Death of Mrs. Frank Hines
Wednesday morning occurred
the death of Abby Hines, aged 38 years, wife of Frank Hines who resides near
Woodsfield. Mrs. Hines has been a patient sufferer for about three months. She
was a member of the Baptist church.  Mr. Hines has the sympathy of the community in his deep affliction.
Hodge, Mary Virginia Hodge
Spirit of Democracy,
Miss Mary Virginia Hodge, the subject of this sketch, was
born to Mr. And Mrs. Joseph Hodge, December 12, 1865, and died October 17,
1898, and was interred in the beautiful
Hodge, Mollie Hodge
Spirit of Democracy,
Miss Mollie Hodge, who has been sick for many months, died
at her house at
Hollister, D. M. Hollister
Spirit of Democracy,
Rev. D. M. Hollister, aged 68 years, a native of
Woodsfield, died at his home at
Hollister, Eliza Hollister
Spirit of Democracy,
Mrs. Eliza Hollister, aged 71 years, of
Hoskins, Mary Ellen Hoskins
Spirit of Democracy,
In the life of Heaven there are no sorrowful partings, no
severance of pleasant fellowship, n shutting up of sweet and holy chapters of life.
In the Father s house friend has never said to friend farewell. How different
upon earth! Friend after friend departs. Today we report the sad death of Mrs.
Mary Ellen Hoskins, which occurred at her residence Thursday afternoon, March
23, after suffering for many years. No one knew her but to love her. The open
hand was always extended to relieve the wants of needy; never cast down or
troubled so much herself, but that she was ready to
shake off the gloom of her own surrounds to make brighter and more cheerful the
lives of her friends. Many are the generous and noble deeds that stand out as
enduring monuments all along the pathway of Mary Ellen s life.
Dear Mary Ellen, for a few days goodbye:
For in a short time we will fade and die,
But in that fair and happy land,
Take no more the parting hand:
True, thou wast dear to us,
And it was hard for us to part,
But we would not call thee back again
To this world of sin and pain,
But leave thee in that land of rest
Where we forever shall be blest.
A Friend.
Hoskinson, Mrs. David Hoskinson
Source: Spirit of Democracy Jan. 13, 1898
Dairy
-- MRS. DAVID
HOSKINSON died Sunday, and was buried in the Mr. Olive cemetery Monday.
Hubbard, Mrs. Hubbard
Spirit of Democracy,
(Fly) Died, at her home near Centerview
Mrs. Hubbard, an aged lady, she was a good mother and a christian friend.
Dorr, Mrs. Dorr
Spirit of Democracy,
(Fly) Died at the home of Mr.
Huffman, Harvey Huffman
Spirit of Democracy,
Harvey Huffman, aged 10 years, son of B.A. Huffman of New
Matamoras was drowned in the
Huntsman, Grace Huntsman
Grace Huntsman, a beloved
woman of the Harmony neighborhood, died Tuesday, April 10 of acute
pneumonia. Mrs. Huntsman was a daughter Paren Carpenter. She was born June 29, 1898. And had lived
her entire life in the community where she died. She was married to Arthur
Huntsman in January 1918. To this union were born three children: Ronald, 3
years, Grace 2 years, and Nellie 9 weeks of age; a wife and mother she poses
all the qualities of tenderness and loving kindness that enabled her to forget
self and shower her love and affection on the dear ones of her family.
Funeral services were
conducted the home Thursday afternoon by C. H. Roe of Somerton Burial made in
the Atlas cemetery. . .
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April 26, 1923.
Jackson, James H. Jackson
Spirit of Democracy,
James H. Jackson, a former resident of Clarington died at
his home at Sistersville March 14. His remains were interred in the Clarington
cemetery.
Johnson, Martha Johnson
Spirit of Democracy,
Mrs. Martha Johnson, aged 103 years, died near Barnesville
Saturday. Mrs. Johnson was a native of
Jackson, Mary Jackson
Spirit of Democracy,
Mrs. Mary Jackson, an aged widowed lady who lived alone at
James, E. E. James
Spirit of Democracy,
E. E. James, aged 35 years, died at his home, at
Beallsville Monday. A wife and children are left.
Jarvis, William Jarvis
Spirit of Democracy,
William Jarvis, aged 24 years, a
printer of
Jennings, Elizabeth Jennings
Spirit of Democracy,
Jones, Allie Jones
Spirit of Democracy,
Allie Jones, the Martin s Ferry boy afflicted with
hydrophobia, died. Several children in that town were bitten by the same dog a
few weeks ago and there is considerable anxiety over the matter.
Kaiser, James Kaiser
Spirit of Democracy,
James Kaiser, aged 38 years, died Wednesday evening from
inflammation of the stomach. He leaves a wife and five children. Funeral Thursday; interment at the Steed cemetery near Woodsfield.
King, Peter King
Spirit of Democracy,
Peter King, aged 90 years, died at his home near Ozark
Saturday. Mr. King had been a resident of
King, Philip King
Spirit of Democracy,
Philip King, one of our most aged and most highly respected
citizens, died Friday evening. He was born east of the mountains in the year
1820. He with his parents settled in
Kirkbride, Andrew Kirkbride
Spirit of Democracy,
Andrew Kirkbride, aged 70 years,
died at his home in New Matamoras, January 12. Mr. Kirkbride
was born in Woodsfield and removed to New Matamoras about thirty years ago.
Deceased was a cousin of Mrs. A. J. Smith of this place. Nine children remain.
Mr. Kirkbride was an exemplary citizen.
Klebe, Mrs. Klebe
Spirit of Democracy,
Mrs. Klebe, an aged and respected
woman f this township, passed into the better world Friday evening about 8
o clock. She had apparently enjoyed very good health all along until the last
and her sudden death by paralytic stroke caused a deep feeling of sorrow
throughout the community. Interment in Bethel cemetery
Tuesday. The funeral services were conducted by Rev. Buckstaller.
Knowlton, William Knowlton
Spirit of Democracy,
Again it has pleased the will of our Heavenly father to
visit our community on the 28th day of August, 1898, and take from
our midst our beloved friend and neighbor, William Knowlton. The subject of
this sketch was born in
Kraft, Emma Kraft (obit 2)
Spirit of Democracy,
Round Bottom: Departed this life Saturday evening, February
5, Miss Emma Kraft, from typhoid fever, after a short illness. This time death
has claimed one our beloved maidens, the oldest daughter of Henry and Louisa
Kraft, at the early age of nineteen years. She was a bright young lady, beloved
and highly respected by all who knew her. But she has gone to that bright shore
beyond, where sickness and sorrow never come. Why is it that one so kind, so
bright, the light of a home, must be called way at bloom of youth? But to the
family of which she belonged, her loss is greatest, as they miss her
companionship and no doubt realize as never before that
A precious one from us is gone
A voice we loved is stilled:
A place is vacant in our home,
Which never can be filled.
.
She early united with the M. E. Church and remained a consistent
member until death. She leaves to mourn her loss a father, mother, and one
sister, three brothers, and a host of relatives and friends. The
funeral gook place Sunday at the Chapel Hill cemetery.
Kraft, Emma Kraft
Spirit of Democracy,
Miss Emma Kraft, aged 19 years, died at her home near Round
Bottom Saturday, from typhoid fever. Miss Kraft was a dutiful member of the M.
E. Church. She leaves a father and mother and many relatives and friends. The
funeral took place Sunday. Interment at Chapel Hill cemetery.
Lacey, Matthew Lacey
Spirit of Democracy,
Matthew Lacey, aged 100 years, died at Martins Ferry last
week. He was the oldest citizen of that place.
Lamping, F. A. Lamping
Spirit of Democracy,
F. A. Lamping, aged 38 years, son of the late F. A. Lamping
of this county, died at his home at
Landman, Arthur Landman
Spirit of Democracy,
During a storm Saturday morning near
Langacher, Mr. Langacher
Spirit of Democracy,
(Dairy) Mr. Langacher died
Wednesday morning.
Latsch, August Latsch
Spirit of Democracy,
August Latsch, aged 87 years,
died at his home near Cameron March 27. The immediate cause of his death was
dropsy. Interment Tuesday at the Charles Forney burying ground in
Heck, Jacob Heck
Spirit of Democracy,
Thursday forenoon occurred the
death of Jacob Heck, aged 88 years, at his home near Woodsfield. Mr. Heck has
many acquaintances, having lived in this county all his life time. For many
years he resided in
Law, S. N. Law
Spirit of Democracy,
S. N. Law, aged 52 years, died at his home at Quarry June
9. Mr. Law was a good citizen and a member of the M.E. church. He served his
country faithfully during the late war, being a member of the 77th
Litman, Mrs. George Litman
Spirit of Democracy,
(
Litman, Mrs. George Litman
Spirit of Democracy,
(Clarington) The death angel visited our town Saturday
morning and claimed as its victim the wife of George Litman.
Mrs. Litman had been a continual sufferer for a
number of months from dropsy, but had with fortitude born her afflictions. The
funeral services were held Sunday afternoon in the M.E. church. Burial in Harter cemetery near Hannibal, where two small children
were laid to rest several years ago.
Lochman, D Lochman
Source: Spirit of Democracy Jan. 13, 1898
D.
LOCHMAN, a young farmer residing near
Long,
Mrs. Abraham Long
Source: Spirit of Democracy Jan. 20, 1898
MRS. ABRAHAM LONG died on the 7th inst
after several years ailment. Interment last
Tuesday in Mars Hill burial ground.
Loomis,
Judge Loomis
Source: Spirit of Democracy Jan. 13, 1898
JUDGE
LOOMIS of
Lovett, Susan Lovett (obit 2)
Spirit of Democracy,
Susan Lovett, wife of M.A. Lovett, died at her home at
Lovett, Susan Lovett
Spirit of Democracy,
(Wanamaker) Mrs. M. A. Lovett of
Lowe, C. W. Lowe
Spirit of Democracy,
(Beallsville) One of the saddest and most sudden events
came to our quiet village one day last week in the death of C. W. Lowe. He was
a soldier in the late rebellion under the stars and stripes, the loved flag of
his country. He was up in town nearly all forenoon and chatting as lively as
ever with his many friends until he concluded it was time to go home to dinner.
He went home and to the well to get a drink before going into his dinner, but
while at the well he fell dead. On Saturday morning our prominent surgeon G. T.
Snode held a post mortem which revealed the fact that
death was caused by a clogging in the left ventricle of the heart. As a matter
of course his death was instantaneous. He was married to Miss Susanna E. Morris
by Rev. White in November 1856, who , with his entire
family, survive him. He was always a pleasant man in his family and was loved
by them and will be sadly missed. He was a soldier in the late civil war, being
a member of company I, 12th regiment
Luke, Margaret G. Luke
Spirit of Democracy,
Margaret G. Luke, nee
Her remains were followed to their last resting place in
the beautiful cemetery at the Neuhart church by a large concourse of relatives
and friends. Services were conducted at the house by her pastor, Rev. Cope of
How sad we are when we reflect that wife and mother is no
more with us on earth, yet we shall meet again no sorrow can ever reach us in
that heaven of sweet repose and be forever with the Lord.
Mann, Barnett Mann (Obit 2)
Spirit of Democracy,
Barnett Mann, who died March 19 at 1 o clock a.m. and was
buried at the Bush cemetery March 20, was born in
So has departed one more of
Elder B. S. Bennett
Mann, Barnett Mann
Spirit of Democracy,
Early last Saturday morning occurred the death of Barnett
Mann of
Mann, Mary C. Mann
Spirit of Democracy,
Mary C. Mann, aged 52 years, wife of Allen Mann of
Mann, Norman Walton Mann
Spirit of Democracy,
Departed this life at the residence of his parents near
Ozark Tuesday, November 29, at 1 o clock p.m., Norman Walton Mann, son of Isaac
and Margaret Mann, aged 31 years and 7 days. Deceased joined the M.E. church at
Ozark in 1885 and was converted while singing the hymn At the Cross. Rev.
Doan, pastor of the Barnesville circuit, was conducting the services.
Mason, W. E Mason
Spirit of Democracy,
Detective W. E. Mason of
Masters, Thomas Masters
Spirit of Democracy,
Again the angel of death visit our community and taken for its
prey Mrs. Thomas Masters. Mrs. Masters was a good citizen, and her kind nature
and amiable disposition and her love for the sunny side of everything made her
at once a pleasing companion and called around her a host of sympathizing
friends. Mrs. Masters united with the Methodist church in 1848, of which she
lived a consistent member until her death. She leaves a husband, four sons and
two daughters. Her remains were laid to rest Saturday in the Greenbrier
cemetery. The funeral was attended by a large number of friends. While the many
there assembled bid a sad farewell to the earthly remains to this mother and
friend she will be remembered for years as a model citizen whom no one can err
in emulating. The funeral services were conducted by W. T. Scarbrough
at the house and William McHugh of Greenbrier conducted a short service at the
cemetery. The family have the sympathy of the entire
community.
Matthews, Abraham C. Matthews
Spirit of Democracy,
Abraham C. Matthews aged 63 years, died from dropsy at his
home at Round Bottom December 24, 1898.
 And Mrs. George Matz
of
McArdle, Agnes McArdle
Spirit of Democracy,
Agnes McArdle, aged 65 years, who
resided near
McCarney, Floyd McCarney
Spirit of Democracy,
(Wanamaker) The death messenger visited the home of Mr. and
Mrs. William McCarney, formerly of this place but now
of Millers Run, Friday November 11 and claimed for its victim their little son
Floyd. Although his life consisted of only a few short years, he will be
greatly missed in his home and in our human weakness we are apt to wonder why
one so young, only in the beginning of life, should be called away. But we
ought not to question the Master s wisdom in removing him from us, for in his
word He hath said, Suffer little children to come
unto me and forbid them not, for of such is the kingdom of heaven. Interment Sabbath in the Brownsville M. E. Cemetery. The
funeral services were conducted by Rev. Petty of New Matamoras. The bereaved
ones have the sympathy of their many friends.
McDougal, Phebe McDougal
Spirit of Democracy,
Almost the entire Jeffers family in this
section of the county were unexpectedly called to the Wells lands in
McFrederick, Mrs. Charles McFrederick
Spirit of Democracy,
The remains of Mrs. Charles McFrederick who has been an inmate of the
McGaughey, R. G. McGaughey
Spirit of Democracy,
R. G. McGaughey of Bellaire,
formerly of this county, died from consumption July 29. The remains were
interred at Crabapple Monday.
McVay, Jesse McVay
Spirit of Democracy,
(
McVay, Jessie McVay
Spirit of Democracy,
Jessie McVay, wife of Prof.
Charles McVay, departed this life at her mother s
home in
J. R. Smith, Former Pastor
Mellot, Andrew J. Mellot
Spirit of Democracy,
Andrew J. Mellott was born July
12, 1880, and died December 18, 1898, aged 68 years, 5 months and 6 days. He
was married to his first wife, Sarah Elizabeth, September 11, 1852, and to his
second wife, Mariah Loy, on the 9th day of November, 1879. He was
born in
Menkel, Gertrude Menkel
Spirit of Democracy,
Death of a Bright Child.
Gertrude Menkell, aged
fourteen months, daughter of Mr. And Mrs. E. H. Menkel,
died Friday from congestion of the brain. The funeral took place Saturday.
Services were conducted by Rev. W. Brucker; interment
in Woodsfield cemetery. Mr. And Mrs. Menkel have the sympathy of many friends who join them in
sorrowing for a bright {newspaper page cut off from this point)
Millbaugh, Roy Elsworth Millbaugh
Spirit of Democracy,
{illegible word} morning last week
occurred the death from spinal meningitis, Roy Elsworth
Millbaugh, aged 14 months, only child of Mr. And Mrs.
Charles Millbaugh. The funeral took place Friday and
was conducted by Rev. W. Brucker. Interment
in the Woodsfield cemetery. Many hearts sympathize with the grief
stricken parents.
Miracle, Harvey Miracle
Spirit of Democracy,
Harvey Miracle of Elba,
Mishler, Anna Mishler
Spirit of Democracy,
(
Moffett, Eliza Twinem Moffett
Spirit of Democracy,
Woodsfield, Ohio dated June 16, 1898
Monday occurred the death of Eliza
Twinem Moffett, aged 63 years, wife of Nathaniel
Moffett, at her home on
Moore, Infant Moore
Spirit of Democracy,
(Wanamaker) An infant son of Mr. And Mrs. John Moore of
Moore, John D. Moore
Spirit of Democracy,
John D. Moore, aged 75 years, died from apoplexy at his
home near Clarington July 26.
Moore, Thomas Moore
Spirit of Democracy,
Thomas Moore, aged 55 years, of
Morrell,
Squire Morrell
Source: Spirit of Democracy Jan. 20, 1898
SQUIRE
MORRELL, aged 78 years, who formerly resided at Rinard s
Mills, this county, died at his home in Roberts,
Morrow, W. J. Morrow
Spirit of Democracy,
The angel of death visited the home of W. J. Morrow and
claimed for its victim his wife, Jennie Morrow, who departed this life August
27, aged 43 years, 6 months and 10 days. Her death was caused by typhoid fever,
from which suffered intensely for five weeks. All that loving hands and skilled
physicians could do was done for her but all in vain. Today she sleeps beneath
the sod and the dew and her labors are over; her work on earth is done and she
has been called to her heavenly home where trials and troubles are no more.
Mrs. Morrow united with the Methodist church at
Mowder, Henry Mowder
Spirit of Democracy,
Henry Mowder, aged 74 years, died
Tuesday morning from paralysis at his home at Cranes Nest. Mr. Mowder was a member of the M.E. church. He leaves a wife
and five children. Funeral Wednesday afternoon, interment in
Moffett cemetery.
Mrs.  And Mrs. J. A. Muhleman of Clarington died from lockjaw Monday of last
week. The child had stepped on a rusty nail a few days previous, which
penetrated the foot causing lockjaw.
Muhleman, Elizabeth Muhleman (obit 2)
Spirit of Democracy,
(
Muhleman, Elizabeth Muhleman
Spirit of Democracy,
Mrs. Fred Muhleman, aged 77
years, died at her home at Buckhill February 28. Mrs.
Muhleman was an estimable lady. Interment
on Tuesday at the Buckhill cemetery.
Nettings, Rosa Nettings
Spirit of Democracy,
Miss Rosa Netting, whose home is in Bellaire, came out here
two weeks ago to visit her sister Mrs. Fred Feldner.
She was taken suddenly ill with inflammation of the bowels, and physicians were
summoned but they were unable to save her life and on Sunday afternoon she
died. She was 18 years, 7 months and 15 days old, and leaves behind to mourn
her departure from the family circle her mother, two brothers and three
sisters. Miss Netting was a member of the German M. E. Church at Hannibal,
also, a member of the Independent Order of Good Templars at Bellaire. The
funeral took place Tuesday. Interment in the Woodsfield cemetery; Rev. W. Brucker and Rev. Alfred Walls officiated.
Neuhart, Catharine Neuhart
Spirit of Democracy,
Sunday occurred the death of
Catharine Neuhart, aged 67 years, relict of Daniel Neuhart, deceased. Mrs.
Neuhart was born in
The funeral took place Tuesday, conducted by Rev. W. Brucker and Rev. Alfred Walls. The remains were followed to
their last resting place by a large concourse of friends. Interment
in the Woodsfield cemetery.
Neuhart, Catherine Neuhart (obit 2)
Spirit of Democracy,
Mrs. Catherine Neuhart, nee Kestner,
was born November 25, 1830, at
For many years Mrs. Neuhart has been in ill health, but her
last moments were painless, peaceful and sacred. An old,
and widely known resident it was filling, March 15, after brief religious services
conducted by her pastor, Rev. William Brucker of the
Lutheran church, assisted by Rev. Alfred Walls, that a large concourse of
people followed her to her final rest in our cemetery. To her friends and to
her children she leaves her love, her counsels and her example.
Neumiller, Lena Neumiller
Spirit of Democracy,
Lena Neumiller aged 76 years,
died from dropsy at her home at Martins Ferry Friday. Mrs. Neumiller
was an aunt of L. Sulsberger of Woodsfield and Fred Spiry of
Nieswonger, Helen Nieswonger
Spirit of Democracy,
Mrs. Helen Nieswonger, whose
illness we have noticed from time to time, grew rapidly worse early Sunday
morning and passed quietly away at 3 o clock p.m. of that day. She was a great
sufferer for many months from stomach trouble, but was tenderly cared for by
her son J. W. Neiswonger and family. Interment in the Stafford cemetery Monday afternoon. The
funeral services were conducted by Rev. Smith at the church. She leaves three
children, J. W. Neiswonger, Mrs. Sophia Glover of
Norris, Jose Norris
Spirit of Democracy,
Jose Norris, the young lady who received fatal injuries by
falling from the C. & P. Passenger train near
Norris, Mattie Norri
Spirit of Democracy,
(
Norris, Mattie Norris
Spirit of Democracy,
Miss Mattie Norris, aged 22 years, daughter of Mr. And Mrs.
George G. Norris of near Woodsfield, died from consumption Saturday evening.
Deceased was a member of the M. E. Church. The funeral services were held
Monday. Interment at the Moffett church cemetery.
Okey, Cornelius Okey
Spirit of Democracy,
It is with sadness that we note the death of our friend and
neighbor Cornelius Okey who died May 21. Mr. Okey was stricken with dropsy and heart trouble some time
ago, but no one thought the end so near. As a friend and neighbor a community
would need no better. He was always cheerful and ever ready and willing to lend
a helping hand to those in need, and give good advice to all. He seemed to have
always had his share of disappointments and adversities of this life but bore
them with grace and fortitude, never murmuring or complaining but was willing
and submissive to the will of Him who doeth all things well.
He leaves a wife and children, sister and brothers and a
host of relatives and friends to mourn his departure. They have the sympathy of
the community in this their sad bereavement and may they look forward in
blessed anticipation and glorious hope of a coming day when they shall meet
father in that blissful land where sad farewells never come and parting is no
more. His remains were laid to rest Sunday in the Graysville cemetery, attended
by a large concourse of friends. Funeral services were conducted by W. T. Scarbrough of this place.
Okey, David Okey
Spirit of Democracy,
David Okey, aged 75 years, died
at his home at Hunter,
Okey, Maria Jane Okey
Spirit of Democracy,
Maria Jane Okey, aged 72 years,
wife of Walker Okey, died at her home in Bolivar, Mo,
November 9. Mr. And Mrs. Okey formerly resided at
this place.
Okey, Sarah J. Okey (Obit 2)
Spirit of Democracy,
(Graysville) Today she sleeps neath
the sod and the dew, and her labors are over; her work is done but she will
live long in the memory of her many former acquaintances of Graysville and
elsewhere who survive her. Death, with in its inexorable decree, has again
entered the chamber of life and called from this chamber to take her place in
the silent chamber of the dead, and so suddenly and unexpectedly was called to
the clouds of the great hereafter where all may look and father consolation in
the blessed fact when time shall have merged into eternity there will be
glorious reunion in that place of eternal rest where parting shall be no more.
The subject of this sketch, Sarah J. Okey,
was born in
Okey, Sarah Jane Okey
Spirit of Democracy,
Sarah Jane Okey aged about 50
years, wife of L.
O. Okey of Graysville, died Wednesday morning.
Osborne, Thomas Osborne
Spirit of Democracy,
Stricken with Paralysis.
Thomas Osborne, aged 63 years, who resided near
Woodsfield, was stricken with paralysis Saturday evening from which he never
regained consciousness and died Tuesday night. Mr. Osborne was born in
Palmer, William Palmer
Spirit of Democracy,
Died in August 6, 1898, William Palmer, an aged and
respected citizen of Cameron, aged 69 years, 4 months and 9 days. He leaves an
aged wife and six children to mourn his departure.
Patterson,
(brother) Patterson
Source: Spirit of Democracy Jan. 6, 1898
While
shooting at a mark, May PATTERSON of Steubenville fatally shot her
nine-year-old BROTHER.
Pennell, William Pennell
Spirit of Democracy,
William Pennell, aged 58 years, died from typhoid malaria
at his home near Barnesville Saturday. His remains were taken to
Piatt, Mrs. Piatt
Spirit of Democracy,
[the first several lines were cut
off of this article]... 1898, aged 65 years, 11 months and 18 days. Mrs. Piatt
united with the Christian church when 17 years of age, in which church she
lived a consistent member until her death. As a friend and neighbor a community
would need no better. She was always cheerful and ever ready and willing to
lend a helping hand to those in need and give 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 murmuring nor complaining but willing and submissive to the will of Him
who doeth all things well.
Mrs. Piatt, whose maiden name was Watson,
was married, to Benjamine Piatt October 12, 1852.
Her husband preceded her to that better world July 10, 1878. To this union
eight children were born, of whom four are left to mourn her loss, two sons and
two daughters. The family have the sympathy of the
community in this their sad bereavement and may they look forward in blessed
anticipation and glorious hope of a coming day when they shall meet mother in
that blissful land where sad farewells never come and parting is no more. The
funeral services were conducted by W. T. Scarbrough
of this place. After paying the last respects to one we
dearly loved the remains were laid to rest in the Graysville cemetery Saturday,
July 30.
Pierson, Josiah Pierson
Spirit of Democracy,
Josiah Pierson, aged 59 years, died at his home at Yankton,
S. D. Tuesday morning. Mr. Pierson was a brother of ex Sheriff A. H. Pierson.
He left Woodsfield for the west in the spring of 1863. For several years he was
engaged in the cattle business and at the time of his death was a proprietor of
a large cattle ranch at Yankton. A wife and four children survive him.
Pomerene, Judge Julius C. Pomerene
Source: Spirit of Democracy Jan. 6, 1898
JUDGE
JULIUS C. POMERENE of the fifth judicial circuit court,
died unexpectedly of apoplexy at his home in Coshocton, last week. He was stricken while reading in his library.
Potter, Sheridan Potter
Spirit of Democracy,
(
Poulton, John A. Poulton
Spirit of Democracy,
John A. Poulton, aged 23 years, a
brakeman of the B. & O railroad and a son of M. B. Poulton
of this place, was struck on the head while passing under a bridge near
Powell, H. P. Powell
Spirit of Democracy,
Elias Cline, aged 45 years, of Aitch, and H. P. Powell,
aged 20 years of Poulton, died at
Pratt, May B. Pratt
Spirit of Democracy,
May B. Pratt died at the home of
her parents, Mr. And Mrs. W. H. Satterthwaitee of the
Fifth ward, Bellaire, September 24, after a lingering illness. Mrs. Pratt was
30 years old. At one time she was the leading soprano singer in the first M.E.
church choir, and was exceedingly well versed in the art of music, in which she
took considerable interest. She has performed in various musical entertainments
and always acquitted herself in an admirable manner. She was generally well
known and liked. A husband and two-year-old daughter, Mildred Pratt, survive to
regret her loss. The funeral occurred September 24 from her late residence and
was conducted by Rev. O. W. Holmes, pastor of the First M. E. Church of which
the deceased was a member. Burial at Rose Hill cemetery.
Preshaw, William M. Preshaw
Spirit of Democracy,
William M. Preshaw, aged 73 years
died at
Price, Infant Price
Spirit of Democracy,
(Benwood) An infant child of Mr.
and Mrs. Frank Price died on pneumonia Thursday. Interment in
West Union cemetery Friday.
Pyles Jacob J. Pyles (Obit 2)
Spirit of Democracy,
Who does not tremble at the threshold of death? Who doth
not weep for departed friends? Who, even though their loss be sweetened with
the sweet promise of The life Elysium ? In the darkness of the night in the solitary
hours of loneliness, by the aid of contemplation, we see our friends who were
but are no more. Their good deeds life a river that runs through a beautiful
valley brightening and gladdening the landscape and scattering happiness in its
train flit through our memories leaving a sweet sunbeam of gladness to sweeten
the meditations though tinged with a ray of genuine sorrow. The subject of this
chronicle, Jacob J. Pyles, son of Elmer Pyles, deceased, was born May 10, 1888, and died December
21, 1898, being at the time of his death 10 years, 7 months and 11 days of age.
Though his life was brief, the short summers which passed
were of the pleasantest. He was a bright and intelligent little boy, much loved
by all who knew him. Many times during his sickness, fully cognizant that the
end was near spoke fervently about his going home and seemed impatient for
the time to come. He fully realized though perhaps he did not know the words of
Pyles, Jacob Pyles
Spirit of Democracy,
(Laings) Again the Grim Reaper
death has visited our community and claimed for its victim Jacob Pyles, little son of Margaret Pyles.
The deceased had been in poor health for some time. Wednesday the Master called
him from this life into the life beyond. The child had a bright and intelligent
future before him. It seem hard that he should be
called from this life so early, but the Master hath said: Suffer little
children to come unto me and I will give them rest. The funeral services were
conducted by Rev. Bower of Clarington. Interment in New
Castle cemetery.
Rea, Mary Rea
Spirit of Democracy,
Mrs. Mary Rea died last Sunday morning from a hemorrhage of
the lungs. She had been in apparent good health Saturday and her sudden death
causes a feeling of sorrow among friends and relatives in the neighborhood.
Reed, Ingram Reed
Spirit of Democracy,
Ingram Reed, aged 12 years, of Byesville, shot and killed
himself last week while exemplifying how a man had committed suicide. He
supposed his revolver was empty and snapped it several times without
discharging it. The he pointed it at his heart and pulled the trigger, and the
revolver was discharged, killing him instantly.
Reed, William Reed
Spirit of Democracy,
(Clarington) Sunday evening at 5 o clock occurred
the death of William Reed of this township. He had been sick for several weeks
from chronic ailments that had caused him much suffering in past time, but
death relieved him of all. He was in his 89th year.
Reid, William O. Reid
Spirit of Democracy,
William O. Reid, aged 80 years, a resident of
Reight, Martin Reight
Spirit of Democracy,
Martin Reight, aged 84 years, of
Reinherr, Margaret Reinherr
Spirit of Democracy,
Mrs. Margaret Reinherr, aged 94
years, mother of Jacob Reinherr, died Saturday
morning. The deceased had been enjoying her usual health when nature gave way
and her spirit passed peacefully to the world beyond. Mrs. Reinherr
was a member of the German Lutheran church. She had made her home with her son,
Jacob Reinherr, for many years, her husband having
preceded her to the better world in 1871. The remains were taken to New
Matamoras Monday for interment.
Renker, Eliza Renker
Spirit of Democracy,
Miss Eliza Renker, aged 16 years, daughter of Mr. And Mrs. Andrew Renker of Kuhn, died from typhoid fever Sunday morning. Her remains
were interred at the R. C. Church cemetery at Burkhart. Rev. Father Sagerer conducted the services.
Ricer, William Ricer
Spirit of Democracy,
Wilbur Ricer, aged 4 months, son of Mr. And Mrs. William
Ricer, died Monday morning. The funeral services were conducted Tuesday at the
R. C. Church, Rev. Father J. S. Cawley officiating.
Rouse, Benjamin Rouse
Spirit of Democracy,
Benjamin Rouse, aged 63 years, died from disease of the
kidney s Saturday at his home on Moose Ridge. Mr. Rouse had been ailing for
some time. He leaves a wife and ten children. Funeral Sunday,
interment at the Jacob Moose cemetery.
Rutter, Mrs. Charles Rutter
Spirit of Democracy,
Mrs. Rutter, aged 50 years, wife of Harvey Rutter, died at
her home near Clarington July 18. She leaves a husband and several children.
Sawyer, Jacob Dewey Sawyer
Spirit of Democracy,
Jacob Dewey Sawyer, aged 10 months, son of Mr. And Mrs.
George W. Sawyer of Sistersville, and grandchild of Mr. And Mrs. William
Norris, died Friday and was buried at the Steed cemetery Saturday. Mrs. Sawyer
is here wit her parents on account of ill health.
Sawyers, Kate Sawyers
Spirit of Democracy,
Kate Sawyers, aged 24 years, wife of G. M. Sawyers,
daughter of Mr. And Mrs. William Norris, died from consumption at the home of
her parents on
Schaub, Sophia Schaub
Spirit of Democracy,
Sophia Schaub, aged 73 years,
died at her home in Woodsfield Monday. Mrs. Schaub
was born in Canton Annaveiler, Rheinbaiern,
December 25, 1825. She was married to Jacob Schneider
October 23, 1843. Mr. and Mrs. Schneider located in Woodsfield in 1852. To this
union were born three children; all of whom died in infancy. Mr. Schneider died
in September, 1877. December 12, 1878,
Mrs. Schneider was married to George Schaub, who
departed this life May 9, 1896. Mrs. Schaub was a
lady held in high esteem by her many friends and acquaintances. The funeral
took place Wednesday, services conducted by Rev. W. Brucker,
pastor of the German Evangelical church of which church Mrs. Schaub was a faithful member.
Schneider, Albert Schneider
Spirit of Democracy,
Albert Schneider, aged 44 years, an inmate of the county
infirmary died Friday. He leaves a wife and one son.
Schneider, Carrie Schneider
Spirit of Democracy,
The Death of Miss Carrie Schneider
Again has the angel of death visited our community and
taken for its prey Miss Carrie Schneider, daughter of Mr. And Mrs. John Schneider
of
Miss Schneider s illness was very short. She had been
staying at Wheeling, where she was suddenly taken ill by that dreadful disease,
typhoid fever, and being unable to reach home she was removed to the city
hospital where she died February 9, after an illness of little over one week.
Her remains were brought to New Martinsville, W.Va., and
from there taken to the
Adams, Frankie Adams
Spirit of Democracy,
Suffer little children to come unto me, and forbid them
not, for of such is the
Frankie Adams was born December 12, 1891, and died February
6, 1898. He was laid to rest in the cemetery of the Christian church at
Graysville. Spinal disease was the cause of his death. Nothing was left undone
to save him. Frankie s spirit will bloom anew in that land where shadows never
fall nor griefs appal. Jesus has called him to be with Him. Mr. And Mrs. Adams have the sincerest sympathy of their
neighbors and friends. The memory of their little boy will ever be sacred to
their home. The Father knoweth best and doeth all
things well.
Schriver, Adam Schriver
Spirit of Democracy,
Adam Schriver, aged 80 years,
died at his home at
Sellers, Evaline Sellers
Spirit of Democracy,
(Wanamaker) Mrs. Evaline Sellers,
aged 78 years died January 5. Interment in the Brownsville M
E. Church cemetery. The obsequies were conducted by Rev. Crooks. The
deceased at the time of her death was residing with her daughter Mrs. Jacob Haught of this place.
Shaffer, Jesse Shaffer
Spirit of Democracy,
(
Shank, Cressa
Shank
Spirit of Democracy,
Cressa Shank, youngest daughter
of Daniel Shank, was born in Harrietsville, Noble
county May 6, 1895.  She was a favorite of {part of newspaper cut off}.....sweet perfume of
childhood life, wherever she went. But just after Christmas, when the
celebration of the anniversary of the birth of the Holy Child Jesus was fresh
in the minds, when parents seem to show more plainly their love for their
children, the Master came and plucked a bright flower to garland a wreath of
honor and glory for heaven. Dear Cressa went away
December 30, there to gambol with the lambs whom the
Master has taken to Himself. She has gone to meet Him who said, Suffer the
little children to come unto me etc. She leaves father, mother, two brothers
and one sister to mourn for her who in her youthful beauty went up to Glory to
beckon them the way. R. W. M
Shaw, John Shaw
Spirit of Democracy,
(Altitude) The people of this community were shocked to
hear the sad news of the sudden death of John Shaw of near Laings.
His death occurred Friday night. Mr. Shaw was an old and respected citizen. He
retired in his usual good health in the evening. Saturday morning the family on
going to rouse him, were shocked to find that during
the night he had passed beyond the trials of this life to his home beyond the
skies.
Shaw, John Shaw
Spirit of Democracy,
(Laings) A sadness was east over
our community by the death of John Shaw, which occurred Saturday morning. The
deceased retired Friday evening in apparently as good health as common, but he
retired for the last time. His days on earth were ended and the Master called
him home. He was a member of the Christian church and a firm follower of
Christ. Deceased was about 76 years old. A wife and
three children are left to mourn his loss. The funeral services were held
Sunday. Interment in the Goudy cemetery.
Shipley, E. V. Shipley
Spirit of Democracy,
The sudden death last week of E. V. Shipley, telegraph
operator at Barnesville, was a shock to the people of that community. He was at
the post office and while talking to some of his friends, fell and in a few
minutes was dead. Heart disease was the cause of his death.
Sinclair,
A. H. Sinclair
Source: Spirit of Democracy Jan. 6, 1898
Resolution
of Respect -- Whereas, the Divine Ruler of the Universe has, by the hand of
death, removed from our midst our beloved brother, A.H. SINCLAIR; and whereby
we are once more called to a realization of the fact that the silver cord is
loosed, and the golden bowl is broken; that beckoning hands from Heaven s
wreath-bound shore have once again rudely sundered fellowship s fraternal ties;
and whereas, while realizing that it is beyond love s power to reach beyond the
grave and call back those.
Therefore be it resolved, that we commend
those whose hearts are thus distressed and saddened to the consolations of the
great Comforter, whose loving hand can make smooth the rough places of life;
and who can console the most deeply saddened heart; and resolved that we extend
to the bereaved family and friends of the deceased; the sympathy of our order,
one more member of which has thus gone before us in obedience to the call of
the Great Chancellor Commander above.
The committee recommends that these
resolutions be published in The Spirit of Democracy and in the Monroe Gazette,
that they be spread upon the minutes of the lodge, and that a copy of the same
be forwarded to the bereaved wife and to the mother of the deceased brother.
John Jeffers,
C.S. Eaton,
W.P. King,
Committee
Skinner, William Skinner
Spirit of Democracy,
(
Smith, David Smith
Spirit of Democracy,
David Smith, a veteran of the civil war, died Thursday
evening and was buried here Saturday afternoon. He leaves a widow and one
little boy, Ernest, and several children by a former marriage. Mrs. Smith will
make her home with relatives as soon as her pension business is adjusted. Mr.
Smith was a member of the Christian church and had been an almost helpless invalid
for quite a while, though the end came suddenly at the last. He was seized with
hemorrhage of the nose and gradually weakened until the painless summons came
to answer the eternal roll call, when the taps, lights out, sent him to
dreamless slumber. His son Truman Smith, of
Smith, James W. Smith
Spirit of Democracy,
News was received Saturday of the death of James W. Smith
of
Smith, Louis C. Smith
Spirit of Democracy,
The remains of Louis C. Smith, who died in Bellaire
Wednesday of last week were brought to Woodsfield and interred in the cemetery
here Friday. Mr. Smith had been subject to cholic and
used laudanum as a remedy, a preparation he always carried to doctor horses. It
is said that in his agony from the pain that he accidentally took more than he
intended, which resulted in his untimely death. He leaves a wife and two
children. He was a kind hearted man and was followed to his last resting place
by a large concourse of people.
Smith,
Margaret Smith
Source: Spirit of Democracy Jan. 6, 1898
Mrs.
MARGARET SMITH was born in
Southers, Ansley Southers
Spirit of Democracy,
Ansley Southers, aged 75 years,
died at the county infirmary April 30. Mr. Southers
was a man of good character and had many friends. He spent a greater part of
his life in this community.
Spangler, John Spangler
Spirit of Democracy,
John Spangler, aged 58 years, of Burkhart, died from
paralysis Thursday. Mr. Spangler s death was very sudden and unexpected. He was
a consistent member of that Roman Catholic church and
a man who enjoyed the respect of a host of friends. He leaves a wife and seven
children. The funeral services were conducted by Rev. Father Sagerer; interment in the
Starkey,
Fannie Starkey
Source: Spirit of Democracy Jan. 13, 1898
Mrs.
FANNIE STARKEY, who has been sick with consumption, died at her home at this
place last Thursday.
Staudt, Eva Staudt
Spirit of Democracy,
Sunday occurred the death of Eva Staudt, aged 83 years, who resided with her son, Frank Staudt of near Miltonsburg. Mrs. Staudt was born in
Mrs. Staudt was the relict of
Nicholas Staudt and mother of Frank Staudt of Miltonsburg and John
and Jacob Staudt of Woodsfield. Her husband preceded
her to the other world about twenty years ago. She was a consistent member of
the Roman Catholic church. The funeral took place
Friday, Rev. Father Sagerer of Burkhart officiating.
Stephens, James Stephens (obit 2)
Spirit of Democracy,
The Grim Reaper has agin
invaded our community and called from our midst one of our aged and most
respected citizens. James Stephens was born March 10, 827, in
On Friday morning Mr. Stephens arose in apparently in a s good health as usual. During the forenoon he was engaged
with his son in hauling about his farm. A short time before noon they were
joined by Lewis Saffel of
Beyond the sunset s radiant glow
There s a brighter world I know.
True the spark of life had
fled- but whither? Who shall tell its journey beyond the tomb? We knew him as a
kind father, as a faithful friend, as a model citizen, and while the cup of
sorrow is full to overflowing while we chronicle his sad end, as we picture the
empty chair, as we see him on memory s wall and as we remember his many kind
offices, we recall with pleasure the beautiful words of Addison:
The soul, secure in her existence, smiles
At the drawn dagger, and defies its point:
The stars shall fall away, the sun himself
Grow dim with age; and nature sink in years:
But thou shalt flourish in immortal youth,
Unhurt amidst the war of elements,
The wreck of matter and the clash of
worlds.
The funeral services were
under the charge of the Masonic order of which he was a member for thirty
years. They were ably assisted by Rev. D. B. Cope of the
Stephens, James Stephens (obit 3)
Spirit of Democracy,
Resolutions of the Death of Brother James Stephens
On December 2, 1898, the Angel
of Death again appeared and called from among us our beloved brother, James
Stephens. Although Brother Stephens will no more be present at our meetings to
assist and cheer us in our labors in the lodge, we fully believe from his
uprightness and christian character, and his zealous
attachment to the tenets of Free Masonry, that he was well equipped to give the
important word to the Tiler of eternity, and that
he has gone thence to serve and obey the Grand Master of the Universe, who is
our better Master. Brother James Stephens was born March 10, 1827, and died
December 9, 1898, aged 71 years, 8 months and 20 days. He was made a Master
Mason in Monroe Lodge no. 189, F & A M April 13, 1879, and remained a
member thereof until death. He was made a Royal Arch Mason in Woodsfield
Chapter No. 85, R.A.M. December 25, 1882, of which he continued a member until
it surrendered its charter in 1891.
By the death of
Brother Stephens the Masonic fraternity has lost an upright and zealous member,
the community a good citizen and kind neighbor, and his widow and children an
affectionate husband and a kind and indulgent parent.
To the family of the deceased we extend our most cordial
sympathy in this their sore affliction; but we bow in humble submission to the
will of Him who death all things well.
Resolved, that a copy of these
resolutions be furnished the family of the deceased, and to each of the
Woodsfield papers; and that the same be spread upon the records of the lodge.
E. D. Thompson, E. H. Menkel, J. P. Spriggs Committee
Stephens, James Stephens
Spirit of Democracy,
(Laings) Again the reaper of
death has visited our community and claimed for its victim James Stephens,
another of our aged and respected citizens. Mr. Stephens was in apparently as
good health as common, but last Friday, while doing his usual work, the Master
called him from his earthly toils to his home beyond the skies. Heart disease
was the cause of his death. The deceased was born in Greene county,
Stephenson, James Stephenson
Spirit of Democracy,
Rev. James Stephenson, while preaching in the High Street
M. E. Church at
Stetson,
Josephine Stetson
Source: Spirit of Democracy Jan. 13, 1898
JOSEPHINE
STETSON, aged 30 years, died at her home in
Stevenson, T. M. Stevenson
Spirit of Democracy,
Rev. T. M. Stevenson, a few years ago chaplain of the
G.A.R. department of
Stimpert, Jacob Stimpert
Spirit of Democracy,
Jacob Stimpert, aged 89 years,
died at the residence of his son, Daniel Stimpert, of
near Woodsfield Saturday. Mr. Stimpert was a good
neighbor and a good citizen. He leaves several children and many friends. The
funeral took place Monday, conducted by Rev. W. Brucker
and Woodsfield and Lewisville Odd Fellows, of which order Mr. Stimpert was a member at Woodsfield. Interment
at Buchanan church cemetery.
Stoughton, Samuel Stoughton
Spirit of Democracy,
Samuel Stoughton, aged 45 years,
of New Matamoras, committed suicide May 20 by hanging himself. He was deranged
from sickness.
Suter, Frank Suter
Spirit of Democracy,
Frank Suter, aged seventeen
years, died of consumption of the blood, Friday evening, at the home of his
grandmother, Mrs. Louise Tisher, after a short
illness. His funeral took place Sunday afternoon, services being conducted by
Rev. R. W. Martin, assisted by Rev. Hanna of New Martinsville at the English M.
E. Church, of which he was a member. Quite large concourse of
friends were in attendance, including the
Switzer, Charles Switzer
Spirit of Democracy,
Charles Switzer, aged 28 years, a member of the Eighth Ohio
regiment, died from fever at
Taylor, Forest I. Taylor
Spirit of Democracy,
Again the death angel has visited this community and
claimed for the victim Forest I. Taylor, son of W. J. And Olevia Taylor. This death occurred Wednesday
morning, January 19, after an illness of about six weeks. The deceased was born
May 5, 1875, being at the time of his death 22 years, 8 months, and 14 days
old.
He was united with the Presbyterian church
at
Jennie Dennis
Taylor, Forest Taylor (obit
2)
Spirit of Democracy,
Lanigs. The people fo
this community were shocked on Wednesday to learn of the sad death of Forrest
Taylor of Altitude. Mr. Taylor had been sick for some time but it was not
suspected that the end was so near. Forrest was a good boy; his congenial
nature, his amiable disposition and his love for the sunny side of everything,
made him at once a pleasing companion and called around him many friends. Mr.
Taylor contracted the measles about a year ago, from which he never fully recovered.
The immediate cause of his death however was typhoid fever. He was hopeful to
the last and clung to life with a fortitude that was
characteristic of the man. The lines of Mrs. Barbauld
seem appropriate in this connection, only noting the difference, his life was
brief.
.
Life! We ve been long together
Through pleasant and through cloudy weather;
Tis hard to part when friends
are dear,
Perhaps twill cost a sigh, a tear;
Then steal away, give little warning,
Choose thine own time,
Say not Good Night, - but in some brighter clime
Bid me Good Morning.
.
Wednesday morning his spirit winged its heavenly flight to
that undiscovered country, from whose borne no
traveler returns. Interment at Pleasant Ridge cemetery
Thursday forenoon.
Thomas, Charles Thomas
Spirit of Democracy,
(Clarington) Charles Thomas of Negro Run committed (page
lines missing) crime. He leaves a wife and several brothers and sisters without
comfort because of his demise.
Thomas, William Thomas
Spirit of Democracy,
William Thomas, of Roscoe, Coshocton county, who was
engaged in driving pilings at Trinway, Muskingum county, met with a horrible death. A piling had just been
placed and Thomas gave the signal for the hammer to drop, when slipping he
fell with his head on the piling and the falling hammer crushed his skull in a
most fearful manner. However, death was not instantaneous, as he lingered a few
moments after being extricated from his fatal position.
Thorne, Jacob Thorne
Spirit of Democracy,
Jacob Thorne was beheaded by the steam shears in the
Wellsburg Rolling Mill Monday. Thorne employed at the shears and in some manner
unknown to the other workmen he got his head under the knife as it was
descending, and in a second the head was cleanly severed from the body. Thorne
was about 21 years of age and unmarried.
Tisher, Mrs. Josie Tisher
Spirit of Democracy,
Mrs. Josie Tisher died Thursday
after a lingering illness of several months. The funeral services were conducted
Friday by Rev. Strahl. Interment in
the Harter cemetery.
Todd, James Todd
Spirit of Democracy,
(
Tomlinson, Thomas Tomlinson
Spirit of Democracy,
Thomas Tomlinson, aged 84 years, a well
respected citizen of
Trembly, Samuel Trembly
Spirit of Democracy,
Samuel Trembly, aged 60 years,
died Saturday at the residence of his brother David Trembly
of
Trigg, William Trigg (obit 2)
Spirit of Democracy,
Many of our people were badly shocked in learning of the
death of William Trigg of near Jacobsburg, by suicide
Thursday night. Mr. Trigg was a resident of Sunsbury township several years ago and was not only well-known by
our older citizens but was also highly esteemed as a man and citizen.
Trigg, William Trigg
Spirit of Democracy,
William Trigg, aged 80 years, a farmer near Jacobsburg,
Twaddle, Thomas Twaddle (Obit 2)
Spirit of Democracy,
Another soldier has gone to the great beyond to his eternal
reward. The angel of death visited our community and laid his pallid hand upon
one whom we loved and cherished, a father and friend.
Thomas Twaddle, who has been in poor health for several years, departed this life
April 19. He had been in feeble health the greater part of the winter and still
grew weaker; but death came very unexpectedly.
He peacefully fell asleep to await the resurrection of the just.
He was born in
He rendered gallant service during the late rebellion.
After serving one year in the 77th regiment,
Interment at Antioch conducted by the
G.A.R. Post of which he was a member. He leaves an aged mother, two
sisters, five daughters and many other relatives and friends to mourn his
departure.
A Neighbor
Twaddle, Thomas Twaddle
Spirit of Democracy,
Thomas Twaddle, aged 60 years, died suddenly at his home at
Ullman, Mrs. Ullman
Spirit of Democracy,
(Marr) Mrs. Ullman, who has been on the sick list for some
time, was laid to rest in the Creighton Ridge cemetery Wednesday. She leaves a
husband and children.
Voltz, William Voltz
Spirit of Democracy,
William Voltz, a carpenter
employed at the Clarington flouring mills, was instantly killed Thursday. He
was standing on some boards over a fly wheel, which was in rapid motion, when
the boards gave way, and he fell upon the rim of the wheel. He was carried onto
the wheel and when at the bottom of the turn, he struck the floor, breaking his
neck and crushing his skull. Mr. Voltz was thirty
five years of age. A wife and five children are left.
Wacker, Mrs. Wacker
Spirit of Democracy,
Mrs. Wacker down at McMechen,
poured oil on a smouldering fire in a stove.
An explosion followed and she and her four year old boy were burned to death.
Wall, Andrew Wall
Spirit of Democracy,
Dr. Andrew Wall, a well-known and eminent physician of
Walter, Christian Walter
Spirit of Democracy,
A thirteen-year-old son of Christian Walter, who resides
near Powhatan, was killed by lightning during a storm last week. The boy had
taken shelter in a barn. The lightning struck a wind mill which had been built
up through the barn and ran down the tower to the inside where it did its fatal
work.
Walters, Child Walters
Spirit of Democracy,
(Beallsville) A young child of Amos Walters, died on
Saturday morning. Interment at Beallsville cemetery.
Walton, John Walton
Spirit of Democracy,
Death of John Walton
John Walton, aged 58 years,
died at his home in Wheeling August 19. Mr. Walton was born in Woodsfield and
lived here until the outbreak of the civil war when he enlisted and went to the
front to serve his country. He was a brave soldier and came home with a good
record. Shortly after the close of the war he went to
He was deputy clerk of the circuit court of
Weekly, James Weekly
Spirit of Democracy,
James Weekly, a prominent farmer in the neighborhood of
Weekly, Mr. Weekly
Spirit of Democracy,
(Beallsville) A Mr. Weekly, an aged gentleman residing here
for a few months past, died on Saturday. Interment at Asbury
cemetery, east of town.
Wells, Ann Wells
Spirit of Democracy,
(Clarington) Mrs. Ann Wells, an aged lady
of Well s Bottom, died Thursday morning after several week s sickness. Interment Friday afternoon. Rev. E. S. Bowers had charge of
the funeral services.
Wells,
Quince Wells
Source: Spirit of Democracy Jan. 13, 1898
Dairy
-- QUINCE
WELLS, formerly of this place, died at the county infirmary last week, and was
laid to rest in the
Wheeling, Iva Jane Wheeling
Spirit of Democracy,
Iva Jane Wheeler, daughter of Elizabeth Wheeler, of
Cameron, died August 11, aged 14 months and 14 days.
Whetzel, S. Whetzel (Obit 2)
Spirit of Democracy,
(Clarington) S. Whetzel died last
Monday night after two weeks sickness. Blood poisoning was the cause of his
death. Funeral services were held in the home. Interment in
Clarington cemetery Wednesday.
Whetzel, S. Whetzel
Spirit of Democracy,
(Clarington) S. Whetzel died last
Monday night after two weeks sickness. Blood poisoning was the cause of his
death. Funeral services were held in the home. Interment in
Clarington Cemetery Wednesday.
Wichterman, Leonard Wichterman
Spirit of Democracy,
Leonard Wichterman, aged 11
years, son of Christian Wichterman, died Wednesday
morning from fever.
 And Mrs. Joseph Wiley of
Williams, Ephraim Williams
Spirit of Democracy,
Saturday last occurred the death
of Ephraim Williams from consumption. He was a member of the 116th
O.V.I. serving his country three years. Mr. Williams was a consistent member of
the Presbyterian church of
Willis, Daniel Willis (obit 2)
Spirit of Democracy,
(Altitude) The angel of death visited this community and
claimed for its victim one whom we loved and cherished,
a husband, father and friend, Daniel Willis, who departed this life May 9, aged
83 years He had been in feeble health for some time and still grew weaker; but
death came very unexpectedly. He feel peacefully
asleep to await the resurrection of the just. Mr. Willis had been a consistent
member of the M. E. Church for several years always lived in that faith. He was
a man of manly principle, always adhering to what was
right, and every ready to help those in need of assistance. In the death of Mr.
Willis the community has lost a most worthy neighbor, the wife a good husband,
and the children a kind
affectionate father. His remains were followed to their last
resting place by a large concourse of sorrowing friends and relatives. Interment in the Mt. Carrick cemetery.
Willis, Daniel Willis
Spirit of Democracy,
Daniel Willis, aged 83 years, of Altitude, died Monday
night. Mr. Willis had lived an exemplary life; was a member of the M.E. church
for many years. He leaves an aged and devoted wife and several children to
mourn his departure. His remains were interred at the
Wilson, G. M. Wilson
Spirit of Democracy,
Our
The people of this community were shocked on last Thursday
evening to learn of the sad death of Rev. G. M. Wilson aged 57 years, pastor
for nearly five years of the English Methodist Episcopal church at this place
and also of the Hannibal circuit. Rev. Wilson was born near Stafford,
He had been building a very successful protracted meeting
at
On Monday night he became very ill, but his condition was
not considered serious until early Tuesday morning when he became unconscious,
suffering from inflammation of the middle ear which affected his brain. His
physician, Dr. T. W. McKelvey of this place, was
summoned and later Dr. Schmied of New
His funeral, which was the largest that ever occurred at
this place, there being fully a thousand people present attending it, took
place Sunday morning at the English Methodist Episcopal church, conducted by
presiding elder Dr. D. C. Osbourne, assisted by Rev.
Clark of Powhatan, Rev. E. S. Bowers of Clarington, Rev. C. I. Petty of
Matamoras, Rev. R. W. Martin, members of the East Ohio Conference and Rev. W.
M. Kinsley of the West Virginia conference and Rev. Rogatsky,
pastor of the German Methodist Episcopal church of this place.
Rev. Wilson was a member of th I.O.O.F. lodge of
Wilson, Mary Ann Wilson
Spirit of Democracy,
Mary Ann Wilson, aged 78 years, relict of David Wilson,
died at her home near Graysville Monday morning. Mrs. Wilson was a member of
the Baptist church and was widely known as a christian lady and a kind and obliging neighbor. She
leaves several children. The funeral took place Tuesday and was largely
attended.
Wilson,
Stephen Wilson
Source: Spirit of Democracy Jan. 20, 1898
STEPHEN
WILSON, an oil well shooter, was blown to atoms by the explosion of 1,500
quarts of nitro glycerin near
Windland, Lucinda Windland
Spirit of Democracy,
Tuesday evening occurred the death
of Lucinda Windland, aged 82 years, wife of Henry Windland of Coats. Mrs. Windland
was a member of the christian
church and was well known, having lived in this township for many years. She
leaves an aged husband and several children to mourn. The funeral took place
Thursday, interment in the Windland cemetery.
Winland, Cora Winland
Spirit of Democracy,
On September 14, occurred the death of a third daughter of
James A. Winland. This was Cora Winland, aged 12 years.
Winland, Inis Winland
Spirit of Democracy,
Inis Winland, aged 20, daughter
of James A. Winland, departed this life August 23, 1898, after a short illness
from typhoid fever. She united with the Christian church five years ago and has
ever since lived a true and earnest christian.
How sad it is to part with such a girl as Inis. Being in the bloom of youth, an honest, truthful girl. If
she could have lived she would have been in the past one who
was loved and respected by all she met with. While we realize our loss we
should feel that we have a great consolation that if we all live as we know she
has lived that we will meet her on that shore, where farewell tears and parting
words will be no more.
Winland, Lena Winland
Spirit of Democracy,
On September 6, another daughter of James A. Winland was
called from this world to a better home on high. This was Lena Winland, aged 18
years.
Winland, Melissa A. Winland
Spirit of Democracy,
On September 16, just three days after parting with his
third daughter James A. Winland was grieved to part with his faithful wife,
Melissa A. Winland, who was called to answer to the roll call a short time
after three of her daughters who preceded her. Deceased was
41 years and 6 days old. She leaves a baby nine months old, four other
children, a sister, six brothers, an aged father, and a host of friends and
relatives to mourn her loss. Deceased united with the Christian church a number
of years ago and died in her Masters service, trying to do her duty. Interment in the Graysville cemetery September 17. Funeral services conducted by J. W. McCue.
H.W.
Witten Jere
Witten
Spirit of Democracy,
Saturday evening occurred the
death of Jere Witten, aged 77 years, of
Mr. Witten was in his usual
health upon going to bed but shortly afterward a roommate noticed that he was
breathing very heavily and inquired him if he was sick. Mr. Witten replied that
he was very sick and in a few moments expired. It is believed that he died from
heart failure brought on by the excessive heat. Mr. Witten was a man whose
honor and character could be pointed to with pride. He was universally
respected. He was well known by the river men, being a steamboat pilot for a
number of years. Mrs. James R. Morris, a sister at this place, was notified by
telephone Saturday night and early Sunday morning in company with her husband
and son started for the home of her deceased brother. The funeral took place
Monday; interment at the
Witten, James Witten
Spirit of Democracy,
James Witten, aged 81 years, died from paralysis near
Wittenbrook, Carrie Willilena
Wittenbrook
Source: Spirit of Democracy Jan. 13, 1898
A sadness was cast over the whole
community Wednesday night of last week to hear of the death of little CARRIE
WILLILENA WITTENBROOK, youngest child and the only daughter of Mr. and Mrs.
George Wittenbrook of Woodsfield. She was young to die and was the sunshine and
pride of the family in which her stay was short, only a journey of 2 years, 10
months and 21 days. She was a br___, happy child, and loved by all who knew her but we
hope to meet in heaven where no farewell tears are shed.
Farewell, Carrie, you have left us,
And your loss we deeply feel;
But twas God that has bereft us,
He can all our sorrows heal.
A Friend.
Woods,
M. L. Woods
Flynn,
Thomas Flynn
Webster,
Lee Webster
Smith,
Thomas Smith
Beckold, Robert Beckold
Richards,
William Richards
Source: Spirit of Democracy Jan. 13, 1898
A
Towboat Blown Up -- Six Men Killed on the Ohio River Near
Pittsburg
Pittsburg,
Jan. 10. -- Six men were killed and eight other were injured, some fatally, by
an explosion of boilers on the towboat Percy Kelsey, in the
M.L. WOODS, pilot
THOMAS FLYNN, second engineer
LEE, WEBSTER, deckhand
THOMAS SMITH, deckhand
ROBERT BECKOLD, deckhand
WILLIAM RICHARDS, deckhand
The
injured are:
Captain M.L. Jones, badly but not
fatally hurt.
Percy F. Woods, son of Pilot Woods,
arm broken
David Walker, cook
Dolf
Wendell, steward
Harry Hanna, deckhand
Hugh Close, ironworker, not of the
crew
William Alexander, deckhand, skull
crushed and burned; will die.

The
boat was owned by Captain Samuel S. Brown, the millionaire turf man and coal
operator.
Workman, Urana Workman
Spirit of Democracy,
Death of Mrs. Urana
Workman.
It is indeed with a sad heart that I pen a few lines
concerning the death of our friend and neighbor, Mrs. Urana
Workman. She was born September 12, 1851, and departed this life January 6,
1898. Deceased was a daughter of Mr. And Mrs. Jacob Windland.
Her father died when she was very small. Her mother married again and is now
Mrs. Cornelius Knowlton of near Graysville. She leaves one brother, one sister,
and two half sisters; all of whom reside near
Graysville.
At the age of 17 she was united in marriage to Emmanuel
Christy. To them was born one daughter, Maggie, who stood by her mothers
beside during her sickness. On October 4, 1870 her husband was called to leave
this world and she was married again to Archibald Workman. To this union was
born eight children, seven boys and one girl; four boys and one girl are still
living.
Then on October 14, 1888, this father was called to leave
them and since that time she has been the same as father and mother to her
family. She was sick for about four months. She bore her sickness with christian patience. Everything was
done that could be done to prolong her life but it seemed that her time on
earth was at an end. She was a member of the M. E. Church
at Fletcher chapel, commonly known as Otts. Her life was a good example for us to follow.
She was a perfect woman in every respect; none knew her but
to love her. Thus a loving mother, a kind neighbor and true christian has left us. But she has gone to that home
above where trouble, pain and sorrow will not grieve her more. She will be
sadly missed by us all, but no place so much as home where her children need a
mother s guidance. But the one that doeth every thing
for the best will guide and protect them. It is hard to part with those we
love; it is hard to say goodby; but our loss is her
gain. The funeral services were conducted by Rev. Alfred Walls of Woodsfield,
after which the remains were laid to rest in the Moffett cemetery.
A Friend.
Yoho, Marda
Yoho
Spirit of Democracy,
(
Yoho, Mary Yoho
Spirit of Democracy,
Wednesday morning occurred the
death from spinal meningitis of Mary Yoho, aged 18 months, daughter of Mr. And
Mrs. Forrest Yoho, who reside near Woodsfield. The parents of this bright and
promising child have the sympathy of a wide circle of neighbors and friends who
realize the hardship of giving up one so near and dear. The funeral will take
place today at 2 o clock. Interment at the Buchanan cemetery.
Yoss, Elizabeth Bertha Yoss
Source: Spirit of Democracy Jan. 6, 1898
ELIZABETH
BERTHA YOSS, wife of Levi Yoss, born May 1845, died
December 28, 1897.
In her youth she became a member of the
Lutheran church, and lived in conformity to the laws of that body until
September 21, 1891, when she was immersed by D.W. Harkins and became a member
of the
During her illness she never murmered [sic] or complained but bore her affliction as a christian soldier. Thus a kind
neighbor, a loving mother, a devoted wife, and a beloved sister has left us, yet --.
How
sweet it will be in that beautiful land, To meet one
another again!
In her twenty-second year she was united
in marriage with Mr. Yoss, and as a result of this
union they were blest with ten children -eight boys and two girls,-- all of whom with her husband survive her. The family circle is broken, one vacant seat
is found.
But I would not have you to be ignorant,
brethren, concerning them which are asleep, that ye sorrow not, even as others
which have no hope.
J.J. Bodmer
preached the funeral discourse, after which her remains were interred in the
Zahn, Christian Zahn
Spirit of Democracy,
Christian Zahn, aged 60 years, who resided near Baresville, met with a horrible death last week. He had
gone to the field after the cows when he was attacked by a bull and gored to
death. His clothing was torn off and his body so badly bruised as to be
scarcely recognizable. The animal had been considered gentle.
Zesiger, Mary Zesiger
Spirit of Democracy,
Mary Zesiger, wife of Jacob Zesiger of near Clarington died November 26. A husband and
two children are left.
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