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Monroe County Obituaries

1907 E-K

Eaton, George Eaton

Spirit of Democracy, Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, February 28, 1907

George Eaton of Jerusalem, aged 75 years, died Sunday. The funeral took place Tuesday. [d. February 24, 1907]

Eaton, George W. Eaton 3^rd obit

The Sentinel, Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, February 28, 1907

Last Sunday occurred the death of Mr. George W. Eaton of Jerusalem.

Deceased was seventy-five years of age and was taken suddenly ill with a stroke and was taken suddenly ill with a stroke of paralysis.

Funeral services were held Tuesday and conducted by Rev. Ash.

Eckman, Lee Eckman

Spirit of Democracy, Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, January 31, 1907

Lee Eckman, aged 45 years, who was injured Thursday of last week while working at a well near Beallsville, died Saturday at a hospital in Wheeling as a result of his injuries.

He leaves a wife and one son.

Deceased was a member of the Independent Order of Oddfellows and Masons. His remains were taken to Butler, Pa., for interment.

Edwards, Naomi Edwards

Spirit of Democracy, Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, June 6, 1907

Mrs. Naomi Edwards, relict of the late E.C. Edwards, passed to that land from which no traveler returns Wednesday, May 22, and interment took place in the Rinards Mills cemetery the following Thursday. The funeral services were conducted at her late residence by the Rev. H.S. Smith, pastor of the Christian Union Church.

Mrs. Edwards was nearly eighty years of age, and leaves a host of relatives and friends.

Eggensperger, Jacob Eggensperger

Spirit of Democracy, Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, May 16, 1907

Jacob Eggensberger, an aged and respected German resident of near town died Saturday, May 11. Mr. Eggensperger had been sick for some time and his death was not wholly unexpected but came in the nature of a shock to his relatives and friends. He was in his 86^th year and death was caused from the infirmities incident to old age.

The funeral was held Monday at 2 o clock from the home with interment at Case burying ground.

Egger, Elizabeth Egger nee Bauman 2^nd obit

The Sentinel, Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, April 25, 1907

Elizabeth Egger, nee Bauman, was born near Miltonsburg, within sight of her late home, on the seventh day of December, 1831, and departed this life in the faith of Christ and the love of God last Friday, aged seventy-five years, four months and twelve days.

Her beloved spouse preceded her into the evermore fifteen years ago.

The deceased mother in Israel was a life long exemplary member of the Miltonsburg German Evangelical church. Her demise is mourned by her nine surviving sons and daughters, by twenty-three grandchildren and five great-grandchildren.

In the absence of her pastor, Rev. F. A. Meusch, the funeral services were conducted by Rev. Anton A. Muller, pastor of St. Paul s German Evangelical church of Woodsfield, who preached to a large congregation an impressive sermon from the text, With me, St. John 17:24 on the blessedness of being with Christ here on earth, beyond in Paradise, and in the state of final consummation and bliss.

Interment was made at the Miltonsburg Evangelical cemetery. May her spirit live in the light of the Lord.

Egger, Elizabeth Egger

Spirit of Democracy, Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, April 25, 1907

Friday, April 19, occurred the death of Mrs. Elizabeth Egger of near Miltonsburg, widow of the late John Egger, in the 76^th year of her age, after a short illness from paralysis, although she had been an invalid for several years. She was the mother of 13 children, eleven of whom survive her seven sons and four daughters; one son and one daughter preceded her a short time ago. She also leaves twenty-three grandchildren and five great grandchildren.

She was born and raised where she died and lived continually in the same place for seventy-five years.

She was a member of the Miltonsburg Evangelical church since a child.

The funeral took place Monday, conducted by Rev. Anton A. Muller of Woodsfield. Interment in the Miltonsburg cemetery. Mrs. Egger is the mother of John H. and S.W. Egger and Mrs. Henry Neuhart of this place.

Egger, Tillie Egger

Spirit of Democracy, Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, June 6, 1907

Miss Tillie Egger, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. George Egger of near Miltonsburg, died Saturday morning at the Woodsfield hospital.[d.June 1, 1907]

Eisenbarth, Chas. Eisenbarth 5^th obit

The Sentinel, Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, January 10, 1907

The body of Chas. Eisenbarth who was drowned on Nov. 21., while crossing the river in a skiff in front of a tow-boat, was found of Louise Eisenbarth, a widow living near Sardis.

Interment Tuesday.

Elliott, George Elliott

Elliott, Lillian Elliott

The Sentinel, Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, November 7, 1907

At Indianapolis, Ind., George Elliott shot and killed his wife, Lillian Elliott, and then killed himself.

Elliott lived in Columbus, Ohio.

Elliott, Lillian Elliott

Elliott, George Elliott

The Sentinel, Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, November 7, 1907

At Indianapolis, Ind., George Elliott shot and killed his wife, Lillian Elliott, and then killed himself.

Elliott lived in Columbus, Ohio.

Ellis, Mrs. R. E. Ellis nee Ford

The Sentinel, Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, January 17, 1907

Mrs. R. E. Ellis, daughter of Capt. W. R. and Ann Lib Ford, formerly of Woodsfield but now of Reese, Kan., died at her home Dec. 12, 1906, aged 31 years, 9 months and 4 days.

She leaves a father, mother, husband and two children,--a boy seven years old and an infant daughter, to mourn her loss.

She was a niece of Mrs. Mary E. Cook, and was well known by many of the older citizens of Woodsfield.

Elrod, Genevieve Elrod

The Sentinel, Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, April 4, 1907

On March 24, occurred the death of Genevieve, only child of Ernest and Delia Elrod, aged two months and twenty-four days.

Funeral service conducted by Rev. Allen. Interment ay the Unity Cemetery.

Mrs. Ellen Elrod, who has been spending the winter at Ozark accompanied by her grand-daughter Mary Laughton, came home to attend the funeral of her grand-daughter.

Evans, Mrs. Evans

The Sentinel, Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, August 29, 1907

The death angel stole into the home of J. M. Evans on Thursday evening at 6 o clock, August 8^th and claimed for its victim, the aged mother. He who gives all things to us in this world can call from our homes in a moment the spirit of every one of our loved ones.

It may be darling we press to our bosom of youth so fair. It may be the aged father or mother who has cared for us for many a year. As we bid the earthy form of clay farewell, we can only look to hope beyond to cheer our sad hearts and dry our tears with the thought of meeting our mother in the world beyond where God wipes away all tears with glories of Heaven.

Mrs. Evans was 85 years of age and as near as the writer knows, she has lived on the same farm where she died. Her husband departed this life four years ago.

The funeral services were conducted by Rev. L. O. Douds at Asbery Chapel Saturday morning at 10 o clock.

Fearing, Sophia Fearing, nee Kroettinger

Source: The Columbus [Ohio] Dispatch;11 Feb 1907

DEATHS REPORTED AT THE CITY HALL TODAY.

Sophia Fearing, 23, pneumonia, 336 1-2 North Twentieth street.

Felix, Frank Felix

Ballmer, Frank Ballmer

The Sentinel, Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, December 26, 1907

TOLEDO, O., Dec. 23 Frank Ballmar, 13, and Frank Felix, 12, were drowned while skating in a slip along the river.

Their bodies were recovered.

Finch, Francis Mills Finch

The Sentinel, Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, August 8, 1907

Francis Mills French, author of The Blue and the Gray, died recently at the age of 80 years. The poem appeared first in the Atlantic Monthly, in 1867.

Fisher, Mrs. Simon Fisher

Spirit of Democracy, Woodsfield, Ohio, dated March 14, 1907

Mrs. Simon Fisher, an aged and very highly respected lady of this place, died Wednesday evening, March 6, 1907, she being at the time of her death in her seventieth year. For the last twenty-five she had been blind. She had for a number of years been a member of the Christian church.

Interment Friday at the Mt. Carrick cemetery.

She is survived by a husband, four sons and three daughters. The deceased was a sister of Dr. S.J. Devaul of this place.

Fisher, Rebecca Fisher 2^nd obit

Spirit of Democracy, Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, March 21, 1907

Rebecca Fisher was born September 11, 1837, and died March 6, 1907. She was married to Simon Fisher January 15, 1857. To this union were born eleven children, four of whom have preceded her to the better land. She leaves to mourn her departure, a husband, seven children and thirty-one grandchildren, besides a large circle of other relatives and friends. She realized when she was quite young that this was not her abiding home and made ready that when the summons came that she could be ready to go. She joined the Church of Christ at new Castle at an early age where she lived the early part of her life. Then with her husband she moved about four miles southwest of Graysville where she resided until 1884. She then returned to the old home farm near New Castle where she lived until her death.

Her remains were taken to the Mt. Carrick cemetery where funeral services were conducted by Rev. Jackson. Then we folder her in earths cold bosom to await the judgement day. Home when mother leaves it doth seem a desolate place, but soon we ll have to follow her footsteps to the grave. L.C.

Fisher, Rebecka Fisher 2^nd obit

The Sentinel, Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, March 14, 1907

Mrs. Rebecka Fisher, wife of Simon Fisher, our friend and former neighbor died at her home near Laings last Wednesday evening.

We extend our sympathy.

Flowers, Albert Flowers

Spirit of Democracy, Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, October 24, 1907

Albert Flowers, aged 15 years of Zanesville, had his skull fractured in a football game Saturday and died before he could get to a hospital.

[Albert died October 19, 1907]

Foehrenbach, Anna Foehrenbach

Spirit of Democracy, Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, October 3, 1907

Mrs. Anna Foehrenbach, died Sunday at the home of her daughter Mrs. Mary Smith.

Deceased was born in Ardmansweiler, Baden, Germany and came to this county in 1853. Her husband died February 25, 1905. She had been an invalid for many years and for some time past had been tenderly cared for by her daughter Mrs. Mary Smith.

Two children, Mr. Jacob Foehrenbach and Mrs. Mary Smith, with many friends are left.

The funeral services took place Tuesday conducted by Rev. A.A. Muller; interment in the Woodsfield cemetery. [d. September 29, 1907]

Foehrenbach, Elizabeth Foehrenbach 2^nd obit

The Sentinel, Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, October 3, 1907

Elizabeth Foehrenbach, widow of Adam Foehrenbach, departed this life Sunday, Sept. 29^th, 1907, aged 82 years, eleven months and twenty-four days.

The deceased came to this country from Ardmansweiler, Baden, Germany in 1853, and since the time of her devoted husband s death, made her home with her daughter, Mrs. Mary Smith, who tenderly cared for the afflicted mother in her late long illness. Her affliction, though largely unrealized, surely was such as works out for us an exceedingly weight of glory, for throughout her unclouded days her attitude was that of an humble and patient child of God. Before her end she received the last rites of the dying at the hands of the pastor of her church.

May her spirit be refreshed more and more with the Light Eternal. A. A. M.

Foreman, Otto Foreman

The Sentinel, Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, April 11, 1907

Otto Foreman, aged 60 years and whose home is in Barnesville, suicided one day last week by swallowing arsenic.

He was an employe of the Wells Glass plant and domestic trouble is supposed to have been the cause.

Fox, Maria Fox 2^nd obit

The Sentinel, Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, September 5, 1907

Mrs. Fox, wife of James Fox, died of heart trouble at her home south of town on Sunday morning, August 25^th. Although she had been in delicate health for some time her death was very sudden and unexpected.

Deceased was about 50 years of age, and was esteemed by all who knew her.

The funeral took place on Tuesday, interment in the Ruble burying ground in Switzer township.

[Mrs. Fox s first name was Maria] (Clarington Independent)

Fox, Maria Fox

Spirit of Democracy, Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, August 29, 1907

Maria Fox, aged 66 years, wife of James Fox of near Oak, died Monday and was buried in the Ruble burying ground, Switzerland township, Tuesday. [Maria died August 26, 1907]

Frantz, Lawrence Frantz

Petersen, Peter Petersen

The Sentinel, Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, October 10, 1907

PORT CLINTON, O., Oct. 8 Lawrence Frantz and Peter Petersen, 23 and 25, were fatally injured by the engine of a Lake Shore flyer.

The young men were riding on a three-wheeler speeder when they were run down.

Frederick Charles Neuhart

[Source: The Spirit of Democracy Issue: Woodsfield, Ohio, Thurs., May 16, 1907]

Frederick Charles Neuhart, a prominent citizen of Summit township, died suddenly Monday afternoon, May 14, 1907. Burial in St. John=s Middle Church cemetery. He had been engaged in assessing this township and had almost completed his work when he was taken ill. Frederick was born May 23, 1858, the son of Heinrich Michael Neuhart and Johanna Sophia Adel. Frederick married Maria Elisabeth Weber, who died April 1, 1900, the daughter of C. C. Weber and Salome Meckling Weber. Burial was made in the St. John=s Middle Church cemetery.

Freeborn, S. S. Freeborn

The Sentinel, Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, February 28, 1907

Last Monday, at Steubenville occurred the death of S. S. Freeborn, of Zanesville.

Many of our citizens will remember Mr. Freeborn, as he and his family were located here for a time about two years ago while he was organizing the M. O. C. lodge, which work he was engaged in at the time of his death.

His death was due to an attack of pneumonia.

The funeral services were conducted at the home of his brother on North Third street, Zanesville and under the auspices of the Camels. Interment in Woodlawn cemetery.

Frissell, George F. Frissell

Shaughnessy, Gertrude Shaughnessy

O Leary, William O Leary

The Sentinel, Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, September 12, 1907

BALTIMORE, MD., Sept. 10 The finding of the body of Gertrude Shaughnessy, formerly of Harrisburg, Pa., in the waters of Spring Garden, was followed by the recovery of the bodies of three remaining members of a boating party, which had not been heard from since Friday night.

They were George F. Frissell and William O Leary of this city and an unknown woman.

The four persons, ages ranging from 19 to 33 years, embarked in a rowboat at a shore resort Friday evening. Nothing was heard of them until the body of the Shaughnessy girl and the water-logged boat were picked up. It is believed the drowning was accidental.

Frye, Eva Frye nee Hall

Spirit of Democracy, Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, June 13, 1907

Mrs. Will Frye, aged 38 years, formerly Miss Cora Hall of Sardis, died Wednesday morning at her home north of town after one week s illness.

She is survived by her husband, one son and three daughters. The funeral took place Thursday afternoon and the services were conducted at the home by her pastor , Rev. D.W. Merrell, of the M.E. church, and was largely attended. There were numerous beautiful floral offerings.

Interment in the Harter cemetery. [ d. June 5, 1907]

Fulton, Margaret Fulton nee Myers

Spirit of Democracy, Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, August 22, 1907

Mrs. Margaret Fulton, wife of Andrew Fulton, died at her home near Altitude, Ohio, on July 23^rd last. Mrs. Fulton had been in her usual health until only a short time before her death, when heart trouble developed and on the morning of July 23^rd she passed peacefully away surrounded by her children and grandchildren. She had reached the good age of eighty-three

years, having been born in Belmont county February 19, 1824. Her maiden name was Myers.

In 1842 she was united in marriage to Andrew Fulton. This proved to be a long and happy union. To this husband and wife were born ten children, five of whom still survive. To Mrs. Fulton has also been born thirty-five grandchildren and twenty great grandchildren, making a total of sixty-five souls as the descendents of this Godly woman at her death, all but seven of whom are still living.

Mrs. Fulton had for long years been a faithful member of the Pleasant Ridge United Presbyterian church in which her husband, who was called home only a little over a year ago had served for many years as an esteemed elder.

Mrs. Fulton is not only mourned by this large company of children and grandchildren, but a host of friends, neighbors and acquaintances mourn with them the departure a faithful friend and a mother in Israel. But they sorrow not as those who have no hope, for she fell asleep trusting in the Savior whom she had served for so many years and who said: I am the resurrection and the life, he that believeth in me though he were dead yet shall he live, and whosoever liveth and believeth in me shall never die.

Services were conducted by Rev. Douds of Brownsville after which she was followed by a large concourse of sorrowing friends and relatives, and was laid to rest in Pleasant Ridge Cemetery to await the resurrection morn. A FRIEND

Fulton, Robert Fulton

The Sentinel, Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, January 3, 1907

The Robert Fulton memorial association, comprising about a hundred of the most influential men of New York, headed by Cornelius Vanderbilt, has undertaken to raise $600,000 for the purpose of erecting a suitable memorial to the father of navigation and inland waterways.

Fulton lies buried in an almost unknown grave in Trinity churchyard, and his four grandchildren now living have given the association permission to remove his body to whatever point may be decided upon as the site of the proposed monument.

The association is endeavoring to have a combined tomb and statue completed next year in time for the 100^th anniversary of the launching of Fulton s first steamboat, which will occur next August. It has also been suggested that it would be appropriate to place the statue of Fulton at one end of the Hudson Memorial bridge, over the Harlem, which will cost $3,000,000, and which will be opened in 1909 during the ter-centennial celebration of the discovery of the Hudson River. Fulton s fame rests not alone upon the launching of the Clearmont; he was originator of the Erie Canal project, and gave his attention to American waterways in general.

Steamboats were heard of as far back as the middle of the 16^th century, when a Spaniard, Blasdo de Gary, is reported to have propelled a vessel by steam in the harbor of Barcelona. Writers on steam navigation however, are inclined to give the honor of the first attempt at steamboating to Papin, who published his ideas in 1690, giving a rude plan of a paddle steamer, and who in 1707 experimented with a steamboat upon the river Fulda in Germany. About 30 years later Jonathan Hull built a steam tow boat, equipped with a single wheel at the stern, which was exhibited at London, and in 1763 an American, William Henry of Chester county, Pennsylvania, tried experiments with a steamboat on the Conestoga. This happened just two years before Fulton was born at Little Britain (now Fulton) in the neighboring county of Lancaster, and perhaps in his boy-hood Robert was told of his experiment.

Before the end of the 18^th century Count d`Auxiron and the Marquis de Jouffroy conducted experiments in steam navigation in France. The ingenious Dr. Franklin, who drew the lightning from the skies, also believed the steamboat practicable, but he ridiculed the wheels which years later, serving as propellers, made Fulton s steamboat a success. James Rumsey, who experimented on the Patomac in Washington s presence in 1784, and John Fitch of Philadelphia, who designed a steam craft in 1785, are worthy of mention, though nothing came of their endeavors, and the same applies to Nathan Read, another American, who, in 1789, in a boat equipped with paddles moved by steam, achieved some success at Danvers, Mass. Nevertheless Fulton claimed and now receives the credit of inventing the steamboat for the simple reason that his was the first useful and profitable vessel of its kind.

The Cleremont took her name from the country seat at Chancellor Livingston, Fulton s partner in the enterprise. She was 130 feet long, 16 feet wide, and of 160 tons displacement, and she drew four feet of water. The engine used in her was built by the famous inventor Watt of Birmingham, Eng., according to design made by Fulton. The Clermont was launched in August, 1807, and on Monday, August 11, started on her historic trip to Albany and return, which was accomplished in four days. Her speed, allowing for stops, was five miles an hour. They used white pine for fuel, and every schoolboy has read how, at night, with sparks sky-rocketing, out of her smokestack, she made an appearance that terrified the sailors on many a river craft. Later this terror turned to envy, and several attempts were made to develop the revolutionary packet. The fare to Albany from New York was $7. A $1 fare was the cheapest, no matter how short the distance. In less than two years there was a regular packet service up and down the river. The Clermont and her immediate successor cost between $40,000 and $60,000 each.

Fulton met the fate of most inventors, for at his death, February 24, 1815, he was virtually penniless. The expenses attending his many ventures, together with the litigation over patents, had ruined him. The government owed him $100,000, according to his claim in connection with the use of the Vesuvius as a transport during the war with England, and in 1846, 31 years after his death, the claim was settled by the payment of $76,300 to his heirs.

Galey, William R. Galey

Spirit of Democracy, Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, October 10, 1907

William R. Galey, died at his home in Beaver, Pa., Friday from a stroke of paralysis. Mr. Galey was one of the first oil operators in Monroe county.

W.C. Mooney and Luther Miller attended the funeral.

[William died October 4, 1907]

Gallaher, Emma Gallaher

Source: The Sentinel Thursday, December 26, 1907

Emma, oldest daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Cyrus Gallaher, died at their home near Coates Monday evening from that dread disease, consumption. She was about 15 years of age and for several years had been a patient sufferer. Funeral services will be held at the R. C. church of Woodsfield, Wednesday afternoon at 2 o clock. Father Goebel will have charge of the services. We extend our sympathy to the bereaved parents.

Gallaher, Emma Gallaher

Spirit of Democracy, Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, December 26, 1907

Miss Emma Gallaher, aged 15 years, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. C.W. Gallaher, died at her home at Coats Station December 22.

Gallaher, Jane Gallaher nee Dearth

Spirit of Democracy, Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, October 24, 1907

Mrs. Jane Gallaher, aged 73 years, wife of Henry Gallaher of Edwina, died October 16, 1907, from dropsy. A husband and several children are left. Deceased was a member of the Christian church. She was a sister to James Dearth and Mrs. Elizabeth Johnson of Woodsfield.

The funeral services were conducted by elder Jacob Willison; interment at the Barber cemetery.

Gangwolfe, Lillian Gangwolfe

The Sentinel, Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, December 5, 1907

HAMILTON, O., Dec. 3 Declaring that his wife Lillian, 20, had attempted to end her own life, Charles Gangwolfe of Dayton is held by the police until the mystery surrounding the wife s death is cleared.

She rushed down stairs at the Highland Hotel with her throat cut from ear to ear. She sank into unconsciousness in the dining room and died on the way to the hospital.

The husband was found later in her room unconscious.

Gardner, Infant Child Gardner

The Sentinel, Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, July 25, 1907

A letter received Friday by Mrs. S. S. Holland brought the sad news of the death of the baby of her son, Fred Gardner, and whose birth was announced last week.

The little one whose coming brought so much joy to the young couple, was bright and apparently well until about 15 minutes before death, when the nurse noticed something wrong and hastily summoned a nearby physician, bur ere he reached the home the bud had faded and died.

Gates, James Gates 2^nd obit

The Sentinel, Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, January 10, 1907

BINGHAM News reached here last Friday of the death of James Gates, an aged and much respected citizen who formerly resided at this place but has for the last few years made his home with his son Albert in Iowa.

The remains were brought to Beallsville Sunday evening, and from there they were taken to the Captina Church, where funeral services were conducted by Rev. Harper, after which his body was interred in the Captina cemetery there to await the resurrection morn.

Though Mr. Gates had been permitted to live until his ninety-fifth year was on the wane, his many friends here regret very much to hear of his death.

Gates, James Gates

Spirit of Democracy, Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, January 17, 1907

James Gates, son of Daniel and Nancy Gates, departed this life at the home of his son Albert E. at West Liberty, Iowa, January 4, 1907, having reached the ripe age of 94 years, 10 months and 16 days. He was for many years a resident of Monroe county, having lived in the neighborhood of Bingham, and was familiarly known as Tanner Gates.

He was born February 18, 1812, and was married to Miss Mary Powell as a life partner. To this union were born seven sons and four daughters. The wife and five children have preceded the husband across the mystic river. He leaves six children, twenty-five grandchildren, thirty-five great grandchildren and one great great grandchild to mourn his death. He has a number of other relatives and five generations of his family are living in the neighborhood of Bingham. He was one of the earliest settlers of that part of the county and always resided there until within the last seven years. He, with his companion, were the first to establish the Church of Christ in the neighborhood of Captina and he served that church as elder for a number of years. Later he went to Iowa where he lived until the day of his death. He was a successful business man and was, for a number of years, engaged as a tanner. His body was brought from Iowa to his old home and interred in the Captina cemetery beside his life companion.

Funeral services were conducted by Elder A.E. Harper and were well attended.

Gaythorne, Dora Haythorne

The Sentinel, Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, June 20, 1907

CLEVELAND, O.,-June 18 Miss Dora Gaythorne, 20, came to Cleveland from Indianapolis two months ago and after a meteoric career of two weeks committed suicide.

She had received a letter from her lover, upbraiding her for her course.

She swallowed 100 grains of morphine.

Gibbins, T. D. Gibbins 3^rd obit

The Sentinel, Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, January 3, 1907

JERUSALEM Death has once more entered our community and claimed for its victim, Mr. T. D. Gibbins. Mr. Gibbins was born Nov. 1, 1839, near Flushing, died Dec. 23, 1906, at his home in Jerusalem, enlisted in the service for his country at the age of 21, in Co. E., 62d O. V. I. and served for four long years. Was married Jan. 1, 1867 to Mary E. Booth who still survives. To this union were born four sons and two daughters, all of whom are living except one.

Mr. Gibbins has resided near Jerusalem for a great many years and was well liked by all who knew him. He has been a very consistent member of the Church of Christ for many years. The community joins in with the friends in their sad bereavement.

Gilchrist, Alexander Gilchrist

Spirit of Democracy, Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, January 31, 1907

Rev. Alexander Gilchrist, D.D., secretary of the home mission board of the United Presbyterian denomination and one of the most prominent figures of the church, died at his home in Pittsburg January 27^th after and extended illness.

Gilday, Martin Gilday

The Sentinel, Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, November 21, 1907

STEUBENVILLE, O., Nov, 19 In a head-on collision between a freight train and an engine running light on the Wheeling & Lake Erie railroad, just south of this city, one man was instantly killed, two perhaps fatally injured and two others seriously hurt. Both engines were wrecked.

The Dead: Martin Gilday, 40, engineer, Steubenville.

The Fatally Injured: Edward Fayhey, conductor, Mingo Junction, O.: Charles Niehman, brakeman, Steubenville, O.

The Seriously Injured: William Keyes, engineer, Steubenville, O.; John Andrews, fireman, Steubenville, O.

A misunderstanding on the part of one of the crews is said to have been responsible for the accident. The two engines met on a straight track, but neither could see the other s approach owing to a heavy fog. Keys and Andrews were on the freight train and saw the light engine s headlight in time to jump. The light engine was running too fast to give its crew time to escape.

Gillespie, Robert Gillespie 2^nd obit

The Sentinel, Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, May 30, 1907

Robert Gillespie, aged 27 years, son of Obe. Gillespie, Infirmary Director, died Tuesday morning at eight o clock at the Woodsfield Hospital, of typhoid pneumonia.

Gillespie, Robert Gillespie 3^rd obit

The Sentinel, Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, June 6, 1907

ROUND BOTTOM Robert, aged 27, son of Thos. Gillespie, died Wednesday at the Woodsfield hospital of typhoid pneumonia.

He was buried in Pleasant Ridge Cemetery last Friday afternoon.

Gillespie, Robert Gillespie 4^th obit

The Sentinel, Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, June 13, 1907

Robert T. Gillespie, was born in Monroe county, Ohio, March 11, 1879, and departed this life May 26, 1907, aged 28 years, 2 months and 18 days. The deceased was a son of Thomas Gillespie of near Woodsfield, was a carpenter by trade, and had been working with his brothers, John O. and Thomas W. Gillespie, of Neff s, Ohio, for the last six years.

He was held in high esteem by the people of his community, as an honest, upright young man.

He left Bellaire on May 4 going to his father s house where he took his bed, but later requested to be taken to the Woodsfield hospital, where he was taken by his brother on May 18. His sister, Odessa J. Gillespie, attended him and all that medical skill and careful attention could do was done to alleviate his sufferings; but at 8 o clock on the morning of May 29 the death angel took him to rest.

Typhoid Pneumonia was the immediate cause of his death.

He leaves a father, four brothers and one sister to mourn his departure.

His mother, one brother and two sisters preceded him to the better world.

May God bless us all and be with us till He shall call us to Him to rest in sleep till the trumpet shall sound and times shall be no more; then those that are asleep in Jesus will be taken home to glory. A brother------

Thomas W. Gillespie

Gillespie, Robert T. Gillespie

Spirit of Democracy, Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, June 20, 1907

Robert T. Gillespie was born in Monroe county, Ohio, March 11, 1879, and departed this life May 29, 1907, aged 28 years, two months and 18 days. Deceased was a son of Thomas Gillespie of near Woodsfield. The immediate cause of his death was typhoid pneumonia.

He was a carpenter by trade and has been with his brother, John O. Gillespie and Thomas W. Gillespie of Neffs, Ohio. These brothers have been working together for the past six years and one who is well known by the people of the community in which he lived to be an honest, upright young man. He left Bellaire on the 4^th of May, 1907, going to his fathers, Thomas Gillespie where he took his bed. He requested to be taken to Woodsfield Hospital where all possible assistance was rendered him. On the 29^th of May the death angel came and took him to rest leaving behind his father, four brothers and one sister.

He was preceded to the better world by his mother, one brother and two sisters. May God bless us all and be with us until God shall call us to come unto him.

Gillispie, Anna Gillispie

Spirit of Democracy, Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, December 26, 1907

Mrs. Anna Gillispie, aged 68 years, wife of Thomas Gillespie of Altitude, died at Wheeling December 19, 1907. Her remains were brought to her late home and interred in the Zion church cemetery Saturday. A husband and several children left.

Gilmore, Mary Gilmore nee Loveall

The Sentinel, Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, January 3, 1907

CALAIS On Monday, Dec. 24, occurred the death of Mrs. Mary Gilmore, wife of W. W. Gilmore, residing at Bellaire, formerly of Calais.

The deceased was a daughter of A. C. Loveall of this place, and leaves to mourn her departure father and mother, husband and five children and one brother, besides many relatives and friends.

Interment in the Calais cemetery. The funeral services were conducted by Rev. W. C. Miller, pastor of the Calais M. E. Church.

The bereaved family have the sympathy of their many friends.

Gilmore, Robert Gilmore

Purdy, J. C. Purdy

The Sentinel, Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, August 29, 1907

PORTSMOUTH, O., Aug. 27 Conductor Robert Gilmore of this city and Engineer J. C. Purdy of Sardinia, O., were killed outright, and six or more trainmen seriously injured in a head-end collision between two Norfolk & Western freight trains, near Rarden.

Purdy s body is still in the wreckage. A relief train bearing physicians and medical supplies was rushed to the scene from here.

Among the injured are: Engineer Cliff Smith and William Nichols, and Fireman C. Workman, all of this city.

Gilmore, Thomas Gilmore

The Sentinel, Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, October 17, 1907

Thomas Gilmore, son of W. W. Gilmore, died at his home in Bellaire on Oct. 10, of typhoid fever.

He was buried on the following day in the beautiful cemetery near Calais.

He leaves a father, two brothers and two sisters, his mother having preceded him last December. The family has the sympathy of their many friends and relatives in their sad bereavement.

Gloveski, Lucy Gloveski

Gloveski, Mathew Gloveski

The Sentinel, Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, October 17, 1907

LORAIN, O., Oct. 15 Mathew Gloveski, five years old, and his sister, Lucy, 11 years old, were run down by a Lake Shore train and killed on a crossing near Amherst, and their aunt, Miss Sophia Gloveski, was fatally hurt.

The three were walking on the track when the boy s foot became fastened in a cattle guard. In attempting to rescue the lad, the aunt, and girl also were caught in the cattle guard and the three were struck by a freight.

Gloveski, Mathew Gloveski

Gloveski, Lucy Gloveski

The Sentinel, Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, October 17, 1907

Goebel, Louis Goebel

Spirit of Democracy, Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, January 31, 1907

Mr. Louis Goebel died suddenly at his home in Marietta Tuesday afternoon. [d. January 29, 1907] He was 78 years old. He had good health up to the time of his death.

He was the father of Rev. T.A. Goebel of Woodsfield, who left Wednesday morning to attend the funeral.

Goff, Wm. Goff

The Sentinel, Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, February 14, 1907

Wm. Goff, clerk in the Capital Caf at Bellaire, was shot and instantly killed about one o clock Tuesday morning by deputy game warden for Belmont county, O. T. Borham. The two men had quarreled and their anger increased until Goff struck Borham in the face, and the latter immediately drew a revolver and shot his adversary, causing instant death.

Borham has made many enemies lately by his relentless pursuit of violaters of the game law and is an ex-convict, having served time for killing a man named Day, but was pardoned. It seems his provocation was not sufficient to justify shooting, and he may spend some more time behind prison bars.

Golthwaite, Faulkner Goldthwaite

Thatcher, William J. Thatcher

Burke, W. J. Burke

Hamilton, G. G. Hamilton

Thomas, W. H. Thomas

Miller, George E. Miller

Goodrich, Caspar Goodrich

Pair, William Pair

The Sentinel, Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, July 18, 1907

SPARK FROM STACK

Set Off a Case o Powder on Battleship Georgia

Eight Men Dead, Dozens Injured

Disaster Happened While The Men Of Battleship Were At Target Practice In Massachusett Bay

List Of Injured Includes Two Ohians

Story Of Catastrophe

BOSTON, July 16 By the explosion of a case of powder in the hands of a gunner in the after superimposed turret of the battleship Georgia, in Massachusetts Bay, eight men were killed and 12 injured. Not one of the persons in the turret escaped injury.

Lieutenant Goodrich and Seaman Mallick jumped overboard right after the explosion, with the apparent motive of easing the terrible suffering from their burns. Both of the desperate men were quickly rescued by uninjured comrades.

The accident happened while the battleship was several miles off Provincetown, and the men were engaged in target practice, together with other vessels of the battleship squadron of the Atlantic fleet. The powder had just been taken from the ammunition hoist to load an eight inch gun. It was seen to be burning, and in an instant it exploded in the face of the loader of the gun. No damage was done to the vessel, as the powder was not confined, and the Georgia sailed back for the target grounds of Provincetown.

How the powder became ignited is not yet known, but the theory held at the navy yard is that it was set off by a spark from the smokestack of the warship. Immediately after the accident the Georgia headed for the Charleston navy yard. There the dead and injured were taken ashore, the wounded being conveyed to the naval hospital at Chelsea.

The Georgia is one of the battleships of the second division of the second Atlantic fleet, which has been at target practice off Provincetown for the last three weeks. The Georgia is one of the newest battleships of the navy, having been in commission only about 10 months. She is commanded by Henry McRea.

THE DEAD: William J. Thatcher, chief turret captain, Wilmington, Del.; Faulkner Goldthwaite, midshipman, Kentucky; W. J. Burke, ordinary seaman, Quincy, Mass.; G. G. Hamilton, ordinary seaman, South Farmington, Mass.; W. H. Thomas, ordinary seaman, Newport, R. I.; George E. Miller, ordinary seaman, Brooklyn, N. Y.; Lieutenant Goodrich, New York,; William Pair, ordinary seaman, Brooklyn, N. Y.

INJURED: Midshipman J. T. Cruse, Nebraska; Frank Schlapp, boatswain s mate, North Adams, Mass.; Charles Hassell, gunner s mate, New York; Orley Tagland, chief yeoman, Richford, Minnesota; Samuel L. Rosenberger, ordinary seaman, Philadelphia; J. G. Thomas, ordinary seaman, Brooklyn, N. Y.; Edward J. Walsh, ordinary seaman, Lynn, Mass.; John O. Malley, ordinary seaman, Cleveland, O.; John A. Bush, ordinary seaman, New York; L. O. Meese, ordinary seaman, Berea, O.; H. L. Gilbert, ordinary seaman, Southwick, Mass.; John A. Foni, ordinary seaman, Trenton, N. J.; Charles L. Rich, ordinary seaman, Frankfort, Ind.

Lieutenant Caspar Goodrich, son of Rear Admiral Goodrich, commandant of the New York navy yard, and midshipmen Faulkner Goldthwaite and John T. Cruse were operating the eight-inch guns. The guns in the forward turrets had finished eight rounds of practice and the guns of the after turret had fired one round. Two cases, as the big 100 pound bags of powder are called, had just been sent up through the ammunition hoist and were in the arms of the loader, whose name was withheld by the ships officers. The loader stood at the breech of one of the eight-inch guns, all ready to insert the charge. At this instant the turret was seen to be smoky, and two men who stood near the loader saw a black spot on the bag indicating that the charge had ignited and was smoldering. The loader discovered the spot at the same instant and threw himself forward on his face, at the same time shouting a warning to his turret mates. The other men who had seen the spot were Eich and Hansell, and they also threw themselves on the floor of the turret. Before the other men could understand what caused the loaders cry of warning, there was a blinding flash as the burning powder exploded. Flames, smoke and nauseous gases filled the little superstructure, in which more than a score of men were confined. As the powder was not confined there was no report, nor did the vessel suffer any injury, but every nook and cranny of the turret was filled with flame.

When the Georgia arrived at the navy yard, the injured were removed to the naval hospital near by. Both the living and the dead were found to be terribly burned. Three of the men were burned beyond recognition. Eyes were burned out and faces, bodies, arms and legs blackened. Soon after the men had been placed in their cots in the ward it was seen that Lieutenant Goodrich, Pair, Walsh and Thomas had but a short time to live. The row of cots in the wards with their suffering, bandaged burdens bore silent testimony to the bravery of the men, who in almost every case, though conscious, uttered not a sound.

Several incidents were told of the coolness and heroism of some of the men just after the explosion. Chaplain Charlton was the first officer to reach the turret. The first man he found was Midshipman Cruse, who was terribly injured. He would not allow the chaplain to do anything for him, but said: Let me alone; I am all right. Look after those other fellows. In one or two other cases also he met with the same spirit of self-sacrifice.

Goodballet, Conrad Goodballet

Source: The East Liverpool [Ohio] Evening Review; Thursday, 29 Aug 1907, p. 5

Conrad Goodballet, a well known German resident, died at his home on Cadmus street last evening at 7:30 o'clock. He had been ill for a long time, but only three weeks ago was compelled to take his bed. He was born in Germany 80 years ago and when a very young man came to this country. He was a farmer for a number of years and lived in and about Lowell, O. The following children are living: Henry, Andrew, Conrad and Charles, of this city; John Goodballet, of Lowell, O.; Mrs. Mary Mead of Oklahoma, and one sister, also survives, Mrs. Elizabeth Weiple, of Lowell.

The remains will be taken down the river to Marietta and then to Lowell, where interment will be made Friday at Mt. Hope cemetery. Rev. Albert Faust, of the Free Methodist church of Chester, will officiate.

Goodrich, Caspar Goodrich

Thatcher, William J. Thatcher

Golthwaite, Faulkner Goldthwaite

Burke, W. J. Burke

Hamilton, G. G. Hamilton

Thomas, W. H. Thomas

Miller, George E. Miller

Pair, William Pair

The Sentinel, Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, July 18, 1907

SPARK FROM STACK

Set Off a Case o Powder on Battleship Georgia

Eight Men Dead, Dozens Injured

Disaster Happened While The Men Of Battleship Were At Target Practice In Massachusett Bay

List Of Injured Includes Two Ohians

Story Of Catastrophe

Grant, J. B. Grant 2^nd obit

The Sentinel, Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, October 24, 1907

J. B. Grant, of the contracting firm of Grant and Miller, died this (Wednesday) morning at the Haskins Hospital at Wheeling, where he had been receiving treatment for a paralytic stroke which he suffered last Thursday.

Mr. Grant was well known throughout the county, especially to the oil fraternity, and the news of his death will be received with sadness.

Grant, Richard J. Grant

Spirit of Democracy, Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, October 24, 1907

Richard J. Grant died October 22 at Haskin s hospital. He was a member of the firm of Grant and Miller, oil well contractors. He also had some production in this county. Mr. Grant came here about ten years ago. The remains will be taken to Freeport, Pa., to his former home. He leaves a wife and four sons, also several brothers and a sister.

Greenbank, Mary E. Greenbank

Spirit of Democracy, Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, October 31, 1907

Mrs. Mary E. Greenbank, wife of John F. Greenbank of Zanesville, Ohio, died Friday morning, October 25^th 1907, at three o clock, aged 45 years, seven months, and 23 days. Her death was occasioned by a complication of diseases from which she suffered for more than two years.

She was born in Newark. Ohio on the first day of November, 1881, united in marriage with John F. Greenbank, brother of O.M. Greenbank of this place.

Deceased was a member of the Christian church and a good woman.

The funeral took place from the First Christian church of Zanesville last Sunday afternoon at two o clock, and was attended by a large number of relatives and friends.

The floral offerings from the church, Sunday school and many other sources were generous and very beautiful. The Rev. D.C. Coburn, pastor of the First M.E. church of Zanesville. Interment in the family lot at Greenwood cemetery.

Griffith, Elizabeth Griffith 2^nd obit

The Sentinel, Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, November 21, 1907

To-day she sleeps beneath the sod and dew and her labors are over, but she will live long in the memory of her many acquaintances who survive her. Death, with his inexorable decree, has again visited us and taken one of our friends and neighbors from this world of life to take her place in the silent chamber of the dead. Suddenly and unexpectedly she was called to the clouds of the great hereafter where we may all look and gather consolation from the blessed fact that when time shall have merged into eternity, there will be a glorious reunion there and sorrows and parting will be no more.

The subject of this sketch, Elizabeth Griffith, better known as Aunt Bettie, was born May 4, 1820 and died Nov. 15, 1907, being at the time of her death, 87 years, 6 months and 11 days of age. She was the daughter of William and Mary Griffith and was born in Monroe county near the home where she died and was never out of the county. She was one of ten children, Jackson Griffith being the only one of the family that survives her.

She was united with the Baptist church near Mt. Carrick and was baptized by John Whitney, the pastor of that church in the year 1852 and has been a faithful member for the past 55 years. Her home always welcomed the Baptist ministers. She never married, remaining with and taking care of her parents until their death; her father dying in 1856 and her mother in 1880. Lewis Jackson, her nephew, moved with them in 1859 and has lived with them ever since.

She was always a good neighbor, kind to the poor and always lent a helping hand. She was respected by all who knew her. It was her request before she died that a Baptist minister conduct the funeral services but it was impossible to get a pastor of that denomination, so acting on the decision of her brother, Rev. Fletcher, of Jackson Ridge had charge of the services.

The family have the sympathy of the community in their sad bereavement. May they look forward to that blessed land where sad farewell never comes and parting is no more.

Short services were held at the residence, after which she was followed to the Neuhart Baptist church by a large concourse of sorrowing relatives and friends. After the impressive services at the church, her body was laid to rest in the beautiful cemetery to await the resurrection morn.

Griffith, Elizabeth Griffith

Spirit of Democracy, Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, November 21, 1907

Miss Elizabeth Griffith, aged 88 years, of Cranenest died Friday.

[Elizabeth died November 15,1907]

Griffith, Sarah A. Griffith

The Sentinel, Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, June 20, 1907

We received a message here last Saturday from Wilding, W. Va. which announced the death of Mrs. Sarah A. Griffith, a former resident of this place.

May she rest in peace.

Griffith, Sarah H. Griffith nee Jackson

Spirit of Democracy, Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, August 1, 1907

Mrs. Sarah A. Griffith departed this life June 3, 1907. She was born in Monroe county, Ohio, March 29, 1826, being 81 years, two months and five days old. She was a daughter of Abram and Mary Jackson

Her husband and two daughters preceded her to the better land.

She leaves three children, two sons and one daughter with many other relatives to mourn the loss of a kind and affectionate mother.

She joined the M.E. church November 8, 1841, being a consistent member 65 years, six months and 25 days. She was converted under the pastorate of Rev. James White.

She moved to West Virginia in 1881. She was afflicted during all these years yet she bore her affliction with Christian fortitude and died the death of the righteous and has gained that home that Christ has gone to prepare for the final faithful. J.M.G.

Grimm, Frederick Grimm

Spirit of Democracy, Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, February 21, 1907

The Bellaire Independent has the following to say about a former Monroe county man:

Frederick Grimm, aged 67, a veteran of the civil war, and a highly respected resident of East Liverpool, died at his home Tuesday, after an illness from pneumonia.

He leaves a wife and four children.

Frederick Grimm was an active member of the East Liverpool Grand Army post and at the beginning of the present year was elected post commander. He was a former well known Bellaire man and member of Plymouth Council O.U.A.M.; also of the 77^th Ohio Volunteer Infantry.

The funeral took place Thursday from the family home, and Dr. T.W. Lance officiated.

Groff, Pearl E. Groff

Spirit of Democracy, Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, October 31, 1907

Miss Pearl E. Groff, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Jacob E. Groff, died at her home at Crooksville, Ohio, October first from diphtheria, aged about four years.

Dear friends: I know how impossible it is to silence your grief with words. The heart pleads for utterance in tears, and let it speak thus. We bow in sorrow at the taking of your little one, feeling that while the ripened fruit may be gathered it seems cruel that the bud should be taken before it has even an oppurtuntiy to unfold its blossom. But in nature this is perhaps best, and in the taking from our arms this little one we will try to accept the cross and learn it, believing that the bud will yet blossom and bear fruit in the angel land whither the spirit of this pure child has so early flown. J.M MORRIS ALTITUDE, OHIO

Groff, Pearlie M. Groff 2^nd obit

Spirit of Democracy, Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, December 5, 1907

Pearlie M. Groff, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Jacob E. Groff, died at her home in Crooksville, Ohio, October 7, 1907, from diphtheria. She was five years old.

Gyrus, John Gyrus

Pollomisky, Simon Pollomisky

Matula, Francis Matula

The Sentinel, Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, December 12, 1907

ALLENTOWN, PA., Dec. 10 One of a battery of nine boilers in the drawing department of the local plant of the American Steel and Wire Company blew up, instantly killing two men and injuring two others, one of whom died three hours later.

The dead: John Gyrus, 27, married; Simon Pollomisky, 21, single; Francis Matula, 30, single.

Hadlow, David Hadlow

The Sentinel, Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, November 7, 1907

RAVENNA, O., Nov. 5 For three hours David Hadlow, a Pennsylvania railroad engineer was pinned under his locomotive in the yards while a rescue party was trying to extricate him. He was given opiates every few minutes to allay the pain he was suffering, and when taken out died in a hospital.

An ore train collided with Hadlow s engine on the main track and knocked it into a gully.

A number of empty ore cars were piled on top of it.

Hall, Ruth Ford Hall 2^nd obit

The Sentinel, Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, November 7, 1907

We were pained and shocked to learn of the death of Mrs. Ruth Ford Hall.

None knew her noble traits, her self-sacrificing disposition better than the writer during her budding womanhood. In later years we had lost sight of her but wherever she was she carried sunshine and love to those who were favored by her friendship.

Hall, Ruth Ford Hall

Spirit of Democracy, Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, October 31, 1907

Mrs. Ruth Ford Hall, wife of Prof. J.M. Hall, died at her home in Freemont, Ohio, October 19, 1907.

Deceased will be remembered by many of our citizens, she having lived in Woodsfield for many years.

Halmagye, Elizabeth Halmagye

The Sentinel, Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, June 27, 1907

CANTON, O., June 25 Elizabeth Halmagye, 28, was shot in the back and instantly killed at her boarding house.

The police are searching for Chim Fantu, recently released from the workhouse, where he served 30 days for beating the woman.

The murdered woman and suspect came here from Roumania.

Hamilton, G. G. Hamilton

Thatcher, William J. Thatcher

Golthwaite, Faulkner Goldthwaite

Burke, W. J. Burke

Thomas, W. H. Thomas

Miller, George E. Miller

Goodrich, Caspar Goodrich

Pair, William Pair

The Sentinel, Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, July 18, 1907

SPARK FROM STACK

Set Off a Case o Powder on Battleship Georgia

Eight Men Dead, Dozens Injured

Disaster Happened While The Men Of Battleship Were At Target Practice In Massachusett Bay

List Of Injured Includes Two Ohians

Story Of Catastrophe

Hamilton, Herbert Hamilton 2^nd obit

The Sentinel, Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, January 24, 1907

Herbert, son of Dr. J. C. and Ella Hamilton, of Ithica, Darke county, Ohio, died at his home on January 8, 1907, of tuberculosis of the brain. He was taken suddenly ill at Dayton where he was employed in the drug store of Dr. Myers, of that place.

Medical aid was summoned and his father sent for who removed him to his own home where the best physicians did all they lay in their power but to no effect. He lingered a few days, but was unconscious most of the time. On Tuesday he breathed his last.

He was twenty-two years old. Was a remarkably bright and energetic young man, ambitious to finish his course in pharmacy which he expected to do in a short time. His disposition was so pleasant and winning that he made friends wherever he went. His habits were exemplary and all who knew him praised him

His father is a brother of G. W. Hamilton, formerly of this place and Mrs. Minnie Copeland of this place.

He was laid to rest in the Ithica cemetery, January 10, 1907. A large number of friends attended the funeral. The bereaved parents have the sympathy of all who know him.

Hamilton, Herbert Hamilton

Spirit of Democracy, Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, January 24, 1907

On Tuesday, January 8^th, occurred the death of Herbert Hamilton, aged 22 years of Dayton, Ohio. He died from tuberculosis of the brain. He was a very industrious and promising young man. He had taken a course in pharmacy and for the last three years had been employed as a clerk in one of the drug stores of Dayton. Mr. Hamilton was a son of Dr. J.C. Hamilton of Ithica, Darke county, Ohio. Dr. Hamilton was reared in Monroe county and has many friends in this vicinity who join with him and his family in their deep sorrow. For it must be great, as Dr. Hamilton laid to rest four years ago, another son (Arche) who was just in the prime of life. Deceased was a nephew of Mrs. Minnie Copeland of Woodsfield.

Hamilton, Viola Hamilton nee Davis

Spirit of Democracy, Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, September 5, 1907

To the memory of Viola Hamilton, beloved wife of Guy Hamilton (nee Davis) was born September 16, 1884, and fell asleep in Jesus July 25, 1907, aged 22 years, nine months and nine days.

She was married to S.G. Hamilton, June 14, 1905. To this union was born one son. Thus after a short voyage together on the stormy sea of life her barque entered the haven of eternal rest, never to sail the stormy seas of life again. Although she had not looked well for some time, yet no one realized that the end was so near, and her death was a shock to the community, loved ones and husband. The home is broken up. The sacred ties have been severed. But let us console ourselves that she has merely preceded us a few days on the journey of a Christian life and will be among that innumerable throng of purified spirits to welcome our coming. We extend to the bereaved family and husband our sincere sympathy and share with them their great loss. And while the husband has lost a dear wife, the child has lost a loving mother, the brothers and sisters, a gentle sister, and the parents a loved daughter, let us not think of her as dead, but only sleeping. Absent from home, but forever with the Lord.

The funeral services were held at the First Church of Christ conducted by her pastor, Rev. Ferd F. Schultz, and as we sang Shall We Gather At The River the form of Ola was looked upon for the last time, and with many tears the casket was born to our beautiful city of the dead where so many of our loved ones sleep, until God shall call them from that sleep to then sweet rest in heaven.

Tho o er my lifeless form you may be bending.

For now my song with angels notes is blending;

I m safe at home, where joys are never ending.

Weep not for me.

But think of me as only gone before you,

From heavenly heights I will be watching o er you;

Just by the gates I will be waiting for you,

Weep not for me.

Tho now with grief your heart is sad and aching,

Tho now with sobs your bosom may be shaking;

Mine eyes have seen the golden morning breaking,

Weep not for me.

Tho tis God s will that earthly ties should sever,

We ll meet again where parting cometh never;

There hand in hand we ll live and love forever.

Weep not for me.

Hampton, Earl Hampton

The Sentinel, Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, September 26, 1907

THURSTON, O., Sept. 24 Earl Hampton, 21, and unmarried, of Lansville was ground to pieces by a passenger train. Hampton was a passenger on the train and as it approached the station attempted to alight while the train was in motion. In so doing he struck a car that was standing on the siding and knocked beneath the train on which he had been riding.

Haren, Lena Haren

Berry, Mrs. S. Berry

The Sentinel, Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, June 6, 1907

BURNED TO DEATH

Two very sad deaths occurred last week, one near Ozark and the other near Jerusalem; both were the result of burning and circumstances, so far as known, were very similar.

Mrs. LENA HAREN, wife of Jacob Haren, of near Ozark, was alone at her home, Thursday, engaged in baking and washing while her husband, together with some other men were at work in the field. Hearing the bell ring, the men started for the house supposing it was a regular call to dinner. When they arrived at the house they failed to find Mrs. Haren, but soon discovered her charred body from which her clothing had been completely burned. Of coarse the particulars of the accident are a mere matter of conjecture; but it is supposed that her clothing accidentally caught fire, and that she ran to the bell to give the alarm, and then into the orchard where her body was found.

She was 32 years of age, a consistent member of the Catholic Church.

On Tuesday preceding MRS. S. BERRY of Jerusalem was burned to death in her home and her death was not known until noon when her husband came in to dinner. It is supposed that her clothing caught fire from the stove when she was building a fire preparatory to getting dinner.

Haren, Louisa Haren

Spirit of Democracy, Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, June 6, 1907

Louisa Haren, wife of Jacob S. Haren of near Jerusalem was burned to death Thursday of last week. She was alone in the house, when in some way her clothing caught fire. She ran to the bell and rang it and then fell to the ground and perished. Her husband thinking dinner was ready, came from the field and found the charred remains lying about one hundred feet away from the kitchen door. It is supposed she was using oil to hurry the fire, and in that way her clothing caught. This is the second distressing accident of this nature in that neighborhood within a few days. Mrs. S.D. Berry having met with a similar death. [d. May 30, 1907]

Harris, Gertrude Rosenberger Harris

The Sentinel, Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, February 7, 1907

LEIPSIC, O., Feb. 5 Love for her foster-father, Stanbury Harris, is supposed to have caused Miss Gertrude Rosenberger Harris, 13, to end her life by jumping into a cistern at her country home, south of here.

The parent was ill and when the girl gave him a glass of water he was unable to drink. She became frightened and committed the deed in the hope of expiring before her father.

Harris, James Harris

The Sentinel, Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, October 31, 1907

LEBANON, O., Oct. 29 James Harris, 50, a farmer, who resided three miles southwest of this city, and said to be the largest man in Warren County, met a tragic death under a tree which he was felling. The tree fell so as to pin Harris to the ground, crushing his breast and bringing instant death.

He was found a few hours later by members of his family.

Harris was nearly seven feet tall and weighed 300 pounds.

Harris, Willie Harris

The Sentinel, Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, December 19, 1907

DELPHOS, O., Dec. 17 Willie Harris, 14, was struck by a Pennsylvania eastbound mail train and instantly killed.

He was playing truant from school and was being pursued by Truant Officer Lang when the accident occurred.

Hart, Frank Hart 2^nd obit

The Sentinel, Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, August 1, 1907

Frank Hart, oldest son of Mr. and Mrs. James M. Hart, of near Altitude, Monroe county, O., died at the residence of his uncle, O. J. Cox, of Floss, Oklahoma, July 26, at 3:30 a.m.

Frank has been in poor health for some time, and about three months ago he went to Oklahoma in the hope that the climate might benefit his health. He seemed to be getting along very well until he was stricken with cerebro-spinal meningitis, from which he died, after a brief illness of only nine days.

The remains were sent to Woodsfield, and interment was made at Mt. Carrick cemetery, Monday morning, July 29, at 11 o clock. His uncle accompanied the remains from Oklahoma, and will remain a few days with friends in Monroe.

Frank was a bright boy, only sixteen years old, and the pride of loving parents. Our heartfelt sympathies go out to them in their sad bereavement. It is hard to part with one so young; but we must bow to the will of Him who doeth all things well.

He leaves a father, mother, two brothers, one sister, and a host of friends to mourn his sad departure.

Hart, Frank Hart

Spirit of Democracy, Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, August 22, 1907

In the midst of life we are in death. This fact forcibly impressed upon this community when that grim monster took as his victim Frank, the oldest son of Mr. and Mrs. McClelland Hart, a bright and cheerful boy just blooming into manhood.

Frank Hart was born July 8, 1891, near Altitude, Ohio, and died July 26, 1907, at Foss, Oklahoma, whither he had recently gone for his health but was suddenly taken with spinal meningitis which resulted in his death.

A father, mother, two brothers and two sisters whose lives have often been cheered by the genial good natured disposition of Frank, are left to prepare for that great day when we must all prepare for that great day when we must all appear before the judgement seat of Christ. May relatives and friends followed him to his last resting place in the Mt. Carrick cemetery.

Hartline, Amanda Hartline 3^rd obit

The Sentinel, Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, January 31, 1907

Mrs. Amanda Hartline, of Jerusalem, died at her home last Friday night from Lagrippe.

Interment last Sunday in Jerusalem cemetery.

Hartline, Amanda Hartline

Spirit of Democracy, Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, January 31, 1907

Mrs. Amanda Hartline, aged 40 years, died Friday night at her home in Jerusalem. She leaves a son four years old.

Funeral services were held Sunday. Interment at Jerusalem

[d. January 25, 1907]

Hartline, Amanda Hartline

Spirit of Democracy, Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, February 7, 1907

It is with the deepest sorrow we chronicle the death of Mrs. Amanda Hartline which occurred January 25^th at her late home at Jerusalem. Mrs. Hartline had been ill but a few days and her death which was totally unexpected came as a severe shock to her many friends and acquaintances.

No need to pronounce eulogies upon the life of one who has borne so many sorrows and afflictions under the most trying circumstances, and yet, never wavering or deviating from the right, so characteristic of her noble Christian character. She will be missed in her social home where she certainly exhibited her ability as hostess to many friends. How sadly she will be missed in church work, being a prominent member of the Ladies Aid and W.C.T.U. societies.

How deeply saddened are our hearts when we recognize that we shall never be greeted by her courtesy in social circles. But we bid adieu to our departed loved one, submitting humbly to Him who doeth all things well; and hoping to meet her on that peaceful shore, where adieus and farewells are a sound unknown.

Funeral services were conducted by Rev. Harry Scott of Beallsville, interment being made in the beautiful village cemetery at Jerusalem.

We placed beneath the sacred mound

A form we loved so dear,

And while we think of thee as dead.

Tis but the body slumbers here. K.A.

Hartline, Mrs. Thomas Hartline

The Sentinel, Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, May 30, 1907

WHITTEN The people of this community were greatly shocked to learn of the sudden death of their old friend and neighbor, Mrs. Thomas Hartline of Quarry, who departed this life May 18, 1907, heart disease being the cause.

Mrs. Hartline leaves a husband and three daughters besides a host of other friends to mourn her departure.

Her remains were laid to rest in Mt. Hope cemetery, May 19, to await the resurrection.

Hartshorn, Edmond Eugene Hartshorn

Spirit of Democracy, Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, April 21, 1907

Edmond Eugene, the two year old son of Mrs. Elizabeth Hartshorn, died Wednesday morning after several weeks of intense suffering from a tubercular abscess.

Short services were held at the residence Thursday morning, after which the remains were taken to Hartshorn church where services were conducted by Elder Jacob Willison and the remains interred in Hartshorn cemetery.

Haudenschield, Freda M. Haudenschield 2^nd obit

The Sentinel, Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, March 14, 1907

Freda M. Haudenschield, daughter of Augustus and Ada Haudenschield, was born March 25, 1894. Died at Wheeling at the home of her grandmother, Mrs. J. W. Fleahman with whom she lived for about six years.

Her body was shipped to Woodsfield, and taken by undertaker A. J. Tubaugh to the Goudy cemetery, Sunday at 2 p.m., March 10, where the services were conducted by Elder D. W. Harkins. Those who accompanied the remains from Wheeling were her grandmother, her brother and sister, her aunt, Miss Fleahman, and an Editor of a German paper of Wheeling.

Freda gave her heart and life in tender youth to Jesus, her Savior, confessing her faith in Christ, and was baptized by the Pastor of the First Christian Church of Wheeling, the last of January, 1907.

She leaves to mourn her death, a father, one sister and brother, her grandmother and a host of other relatives and friends.

From a human standpoint this was a sad funeral to see one so young, pure and tender cut down by the grim reaper Death, but God s viewpoint, would be always see it, we should rejoice, death has removed her from a world of sorrow, temptation and disappointments, and the angels of God bear her gently to the paradise of God; where she now rests from her labors.

Weep not then for dear little Freda, for she is happy, and if you would be happy and meet her, you must believe in her God, and trust and obey her Savior, and walk in this world in the same royal road to happiness which she has traveled.

Her mother preceded her to the land of spirits about six years ago.

The bereaved relatives have many tender sympathies.

D. W. HARKINS

Haudenshield, Freda M. Haudenshield

Spirit of Democracy, Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, March 14, 1907

Freda M. Haudenshield, daughter of Gus and Adda May Haudenshield was born March 25, 1894, and died in Wheeling at the home of her grandmother, Mrs Fleahman, March 8, 1907, from consumption, aged twelve years, eleven months and thirteen days. She gave her heart and life to Jesus, her Savior in her tender youth, having confessed her faith to Christ and was baptized by the pastor of the First Christian church of Wheeling in the latter part of January 1907. Her little frail body was shipped to Woodsfield and taken on Sunday, March 10^th, to the Goudy cemetery where funeral services were conducted by Elder D.W. Harkins.

She leaves to mourn her premature death, her father, one sister and one brother, her grandmother and a host of other relatives and friends. Those who accompanied her remains from Wheeling were her grandmother, Mrs. Fleahman, her aunt, Mrs. Casey and husband, her aunt, Miss Fleahman, her brother and sister and a younger gentleman, an editor of a German paper of Wheeling.

From a human standpoint this was indeed a sad funeral to see one so young and pure laid low in death by the grim reaper. But from the divine standpoint it makes our heart rejoice for she is released from all her pains, her sorrows and her disappointments for which she was not personally responsible and has not entered the rest which paradise holds for all the pure in heart after the release for our mortal body.

Weep not dear friend for Freda, for she has gone to be with Jesus; and the Prophet David says; Precious in the eyes of God are the death of his saints.

Her mother preceded her to the land of the spirits about six years ago.

We sorrow not as those who have no hope, and if we wish to be happy and meet her in that land of delights we must travel the same royal road to happiness. The bereaved friends and relatives have our tenderest sympathy.

D.WAYNE HARKINS

Havemeyer, Henry O. Havemeyer

The Sentinel, Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, December 12, 1907

Henry O. Havemeyer, the millionaire sugar magnate, died at his home on Long Island, Dec. 4.

Hawk, Mrs. J. H. Hawk

The Sentinel, Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, March 21, 1907

Word was received here Tuesday that Mrs. Rev. J. H. Hawk died Monday at their home at Cairo, W.Va.

Mrs. Hawk will be remembered by a great many Monroe County people, especially in Woodsfield, as the family were residents here for several years, Rev. Hawk being pastor of the Presbyterian church here; also at Buchanan and Laings.

Hawkins, Isabel A. Hawkins nee Snodgrass 2^nd obit

Spirit of Democracy, Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, October 24, 1907

The death angel has once more visited and took for its victim Isabel A. Hawkins, an aged and highly respected lady. Her maiden name was Snodgrass. She was born in Marion county, West Virginia, on the 28^th day of October 1826, and died in Monroe county, Ohio, on the 14^th day of October, 1907, being 80 years, 11 months and 16 days old.

She was united in marriage to Jared Hawkins March 30, 1848. To this union were born eleven children, five sons and six daughters. The parents took great pains to give their children an education and the result was seven of the family became school teachers and were an honor to the profession.

Nine of the children were present at the funeral.

The father, mother and one son have gone to constitute the family above.

The deceased leaves to mourn their loss one sister, six daughters, four sons, eight grand-children and a host of relatives and friends.

She was united with the Methodist Episcopal church in 1844 and remained a consistent member until death. She spent about sixty three years in the service of her Master and lived a devoted life and left a lasting evidence behind her that she was going to live with Jesus. She has gone to greet her husband and son that preceded her to the better land. What encouragement to the bereaved family to know that mother has gone to rest where she is free from suffering was great, but she did not complain during her affliction and everything that loving hands could do was done for her comfort.

The funeral was conducted by her pastor Rev. M.M. Brown of the Antioch circuit assisted by Rev. W.E. Fletcher of Griffith. The text was the 15^th verse of the 49^th Psalm. The sermon was listened to by a wonderful large audience, the church being filled to overflowing and a large number could not get in the building. It is so sad to part with those we love while here, especially with the dearest friends on earth, but it should be a comfort to the children to know that their loss is Mother s gain for as the Apostle said, she has fought a good fight, she has finished her course and she has gone from labor to reward; has exchanged sorrow and suffering for joy and peace and we hope that the family will all live so they may be counted worthy of a peaceful admittance in the New Jerusalem when the messenger death shall call them one by one. The casket was laden with wreaths of flowers of beautiful flowers that neighbors furnished for the occasion.

The writer was requested to state that the bereaved family extend their thanks to the neighbors and friends for their kind assistance in every way during the sickness and death of their dear mother. May the rich blessings of heaven rest on all.

Hawkins, Isabell Hawkins 4^th obit

The Sentinel, Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, October 17, 1907

Mrs. Isabell Hawkins, widow of Jared Hawkins, deceased, died at her home on Dent Ridge, Monday, October 14, 1907, at 11 o clock after an illness of several weeks.

The deceased was 84 years of age and leaves a family of ten children, all of whom were with her at the time of her death except one, Mrs. Mary Lemons, who resides in Oklahoma.

She leaves one sister, Mrs. Margaret Carter of Washington county, Ohio, who was also with her.

The funeral took place today (Wednesday) at 10 o clock, conducted by Rev. Brown of Antioch.

Interment at the Moffett M. E. church cemetery on Jackson Ridge.

Hawkins, Isabell Hawkins

Spirit of Democracy, Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, October 17, 1907

Mrs. Isabell A. Hawkins, aged 81 years, relict of Jared Hawkins, died Monday at her home on Dent Ridge.

Deceased was a member of the M.E. church.

Several children are left.

The funeral services were held Wednesday; interment in the Fairview cemetery. [date of death-October 14, 1907]

Hawkins, Leon W. Hawkins

Spirit of Democracy, Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, February 28, 1907

Lynn [sic-Leon W.] Hawkins, aged five years, son of Mr. and Mrs. J.M. Hawkins of Jackson ridge died Thursday from inflammation of the bowels. [d. February 20, 1907]

Hawkins, Leon W. Hawkins

Spirit of Democracy, Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, March 7, 1907

It is with sadness that we chronicle the death of Leon W., little son of J.M. and M.L. Hawkins of Griffith, Ohio, which occurred February 21, 1907. Leon was a jewel in the home and had many warm friends who loved him very much and will hold him dear in their memories for many years to come. He was born March 17, 1902, and died February 21, 1907, being four years, eleven months and six days old. Leon was only sick one week but his suffering was intense yet he bore his affliction very patiently until death came and released him. Inflammation of the bowels and stomach was the cause of his severe suffering but he is now where his sufferings are all over; he has gone to dwell with that blessed Savior, who said Suffer little children to come unto me and forbid them not for such is the kingdom of Heaven. Everything that could be done was done to keep little Leon in the home, but God took him to himself where he will spend a never ending eternity with all the righteous people that ever lived on the earth. It is hard to part with those darling children here but we should submit to the will of Him who doeth all things well, and while the family circle is broken here there is a bright jewel up yonder where we hope the parents, brothers and sisters may be permitted to live with Leon when their work is accomplished here so they may make an unbroken family around the throne of God. There was a very large concourse of people who paid the last tribute of respect to the departed.

The funeral sermon was preached by Rev. W.E. Fletcher of the M.P. church assisted by Rev. A. R. Jackson. The text was a part of the 11^th verse of the 13^th chapter of Romans.

The body was laid to rest in the Fairview Cemetery on Jackson ridge to await the resurrection of the just. S.P.J.

Hawkins, Mrs. Isabel A. Hawkins

Spirit of Democracy, Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, October 24, 1907

Mrs. I.A. Hawkins who has been sick the past four weeks with paralysis died Monday.

Hayes, Mansel Hayes 2^nd obit

The Sentinel, Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, July 25, 1907

Mansel Hayes, son of C. A. Hayes, who has been employed at Pittsburg for some time, died of typhoid fever.

His remains were brought here Friday for burial.

The deceased leaves a wife and three children and a large number of friends.

Hayes, Mansel Hayes 3^rd obit

The Sentinel, Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, July 25, 1907

Mansel Hayes, son of Mr. C. A. Hayes of this place died in the Pittsburg Hospital Wednesday afternoon, the result of Typhoid Fever.

The deceased whose home was at Hazelwood, a suburb of Pittsburg was stricken with the disease about four weeks ago and until a day or so before his death was thought to be making favorable progress toward recovery and his father, C. A. Hayes had just returned home from his son s bedside when the fatal relapse ensued.

The deceased was in the employ of the B. & O. Railroad as a fireman. He was 32 years of age, married, and leaves a wife and three children.

His remains were brought to Beallsville, his former home, Friday and interred in the cemetery at this place.

Besides his father the deceased is survived by three brothers and two sisters.

Hayes, Mansel Hayes

Spirit of Democracy, Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, July 25, 1907

Mansel Hayes, son of C.A. Hayes of Beallsville died in the Pittsburgh hospital Wednesday afternoon the result of typhoid fever. The deceased resided at Hazelwood, a suburb of Pittsburgh. He was stricken with the disease about four weeks ago and until a day or so before his death was thought to be making favorable progress toward recovery and his father C.A. Hayes had just returned from his sons bedside when the final relapse came.

The deceased was in the employ of the B & O railroad as a fireman. He was 32 years of age and married and leaves a wife and three children.

His remains were brought to Beallsville, his former home Friday and interred in the cemetery at that place. He also leaves besides his father three brothers and two sisters.

Hedrick, Andrew J. Hedrick

The Sentinel, Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, February 7, 1907

Andrew J. Hedrick, an aged constable of Stewartstown, Pa., died suddenly under the excitement incident to a chase after a horse thief

Henry, Zimri Henry

The Sentinel, Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, August 8, 1907

BEAVER, IA., Aug 6 Zimri Henry of Limaville, O., committed suicide here by hanging himself in the barn of his son, L. D. Henry.

Deceased was 78 years old and leaves a widow in Ohio. He was here on a visit.

Henthorn, Lydia Ann Henthorn

Spirit of Democracy, Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, August 29, 1907

Lydia Ann Henthorn was born May 5, 1838, and died August 19, 1907, aged 69 years, three months and fourteen days.

She was married to J.M. Henthorn October, 1857. To this union were born twelve children, eight of whom with her husband survive her, four have preceded her to the spirit land.

She obeyed the Gospel about fifty-two years ago, and at the time of her death was a member of the Church of Christ at West Union. Her death was sudden and unexpected. Although she had been failing in health for a year or two, yet she was able to do her work, and had done a big washing just before she was taken suddenly ill. Dr. Pugh and Dr. Lapp were called, but could do nothing to help her, so her suffering was ended by death Monday afternoon, August 19. She was a kind and loving wife and mother, whose constant thought was for her family, who will greatly miss a mother s love and help.

The funeral was conducted by Elder D.W. Harkins at West Union chapel August 21, after which her body was buried in the West Union cemetery to rest until Jesus calls for the graves to give up its victims. Sympathy is extended to the bereaved family.

Henthorn, Lydia Henthorn 2^nd obit

The Sentinel, Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, August 29, 1907

Lydia Ann Henthorn was born May 5, 1838.

Died August 19, 1907, aged 69 years, 3 months and 14 days.

She was united in marriage to J. M. Henthorn in October 1857, to which union were born 12 children, 8 of whom with her husband survive her, four having preceded her to the spirit land.

She obeyed the gospel about 52 years ago, and at the time of her death was a member of the West Union church. Her death was sudden and unexpected. She was a kind and loving wife and mother, whose constant thought was for her family, who will greatly miss her love and help.

The funeral was conducted by Elder D. W. Harkins at the West Union Chapel, August 21, after which her body was buried in the West Union cemetery, to rest until Jesus calls for the graves to give up their dead.

Sympathy is extended to the bereaved family. D. W. HARKINS

Henthorn, William H. Henthorn 2^nd obit

Spirit of Democracy, Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, August 1, 1907

At 5:30 o clock Monday evening, July 21, 1907, William Henthorn

stepped off the stage of action into the ship of Zion, that will land him safe on Cananans shore, whose captain is Jesus and whose builder and maker is God. He was sick but fourteen days prior to his death with typhoid fever. He bore his suffering well. It is so hard to give the young and lovely up but it is not our will, it is God s way. His will be done. Christ said, the time is coming when all who sleep in him would hear the voice of the Son of God and would come forth. They that had kept His laws, His statutes and commandments would come forth from the grave and would reign with him for endless ages. We believe this dear young friend of ours who was taken in the midst of life will be among that happy throng, who will come with Jesus to judge the world in righteousness. He was loved by all who knew him. He was honest and upright in all his dealings. If a man die will he live again?

All the days of my appointed time will I await till my change come. The Lord shall call and we will answer Him. He will have a desire to work of His hands. Job 14, 14-15. A place is vacant in our home that never can be filled. A voice we loved so well is stilled forever. He was taken from our midst so sudden. Oh, how sudden is death. We must realize the death messenger is upon our track and sooner or later he will claim us for his victim, as he did this young friend of ours. He was taken from the Children s Home at Woodsfield when but a mere boy eight years of age by Mr. and Mrs. C.W. Clift of Marr, where he lived till death parted him asunder, I am the resurrection and the life. He that believeth in Me shall never die. He is lost to us but not to God. Lost from earth but entered the portals of Heaven. Lost from these labors and trials and perils, but entered into everlasting peace and ever advancing progress. Blessed be God who gives us this hope in the hour of our calamity, and enable us to triumph of his death through Him who has redeemed us.

Willie Henthorn was 20 years old and 11 months old at the time of his death. He did not care to die for he had no one to leave behind except a mother and brother and his friends and neighbors here.

Services were held at the house by George and James McFadden, after which they were removed to the M.E. Church at Lebanon, where services were conducted by Rev. Wharton and McFadden Brothers, after which interment was made in the Lebanon cemetery to await the resurrection morn. He died singing, Nearer My God To Thee, Jesus Lover of My Soul, Over There and Meet Me There. He was followed to his last resting place by a large concourse of friends. W.G.T

Henthorn, William Henthorn

Spirit of Democracy, Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, July 25, 1907

William Henthorn died Monday at the home of Mrs. Elizabeth Clift of Marr where he had been making his home for a number of years.

Typhoid fever was the cause of his death. [d. July 21, 1907]

Hickenbottom, Infant Hickenbottom

The Sentinel, Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, April 4, 1907

The baby that was severely burned by the fire that destroyed the home of David Hickenbottom of near Boston died from the effects of the burns.

Hier, Henry Hier

The Sentinel, Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, July 11, 1907

ALLIANCE, O., July 9 Henry Hier, seventy-two, retired iron manufacturer, died from necrosis. Blood poison followed the paring of a corn, and the foot was amputated, his leg as a last resort.

He did not rally from the operation.

Higgenbotham, Cordelia A. Higgenbotham nee Martin

Spirit of Democracy, Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, May 16, 1907

Higgenbotham Cordelia A. eldest daughter of Mr. and Mrs. R.J. Martin, was born near Marr, Monroe County, Ohio, October 4, 1876.

She was immersed into the Church of Christ, July 16, 1894, by Elder I.J. Baker.

She was married to John W. Higgenbotham November 2, 1895 and died April 30, 1907, aged 30 years, 6 months and 26 days. She leaves a kind husband, six children from three weeks to ten years of age, a loving father and mother, five brothers, six sisters and a number of friends to mourn her departure. She was a good neighbor, a kind Christian wife and mother, and will be sadly missed in the family and home, but their loss, we trust, is her eternal gain, having died as she lived in the hope of being among the redeemed.

Funeral services were conducted by Elder C.E. Fogle of the Church of Christ at her late residence on Children s Home farm, Belmont County, Ohio, after which she was laid to rest in the French cemetery near Barnesville, Ohio, to await the resurrection on the just. May her departure impress upon our minds a desire to live in Christ and work in His vineyard, then when we are called as she was to leave this world, we will have a hope to meet this dear sister and loved one in the land of pure delight. A FRIEND

Highman, Duncan Highman 2^nd obit

The Sentinel, Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, June 6, 1907

Duncan Highman, an aged citizen, died at his home on Connor Ridge on the 28^th inst.

Interment in the Connor Ridge cemetery on the 29^th.

Hines, William T. Hines

The Sentinel, Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, December 12, 1907

COLUMBUS, O., Dec. 10 William T. Hines, a farmer, residing three miles northwest of Gahanna, this county, was burned to death by a lamp explosion. His dead body was found by Edward Snyder when he called at the farmhouse to return a buggy he had borrowed.

The remains of a lunch and a broken lamp on the table gave silent testimony of the manner in which he had met his death.

Hobbic, Matilda Hobbic nee Parris

The Sentinel, Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, January 17, 1907

Matilda Hobbic born July 7, 1820, age 86 years, 5 months and 5 days. She departed this life Jan. 13, 1907.

Her maiden name was Matilda Parris.

She was united in marriage to Mr. Steven Bruce about 39 years ago. After his death she married James Dearth, who has been dead about 29 years. Her third marriage was to Henry Hobbic, who has been dead about 25 years.

She was united with the Church of Christ about 71 years ago.

To the first marriage was born 9 children. Two girls and seven boys. Three children are dead. She leaves six children to mourn her loss. She was laid to rest in the cemetery at Antioch.

Mother, how we miss you,

In your home where you did dwell;

But the angel s voice did call you,

And your friends you bid farewell.

Hodgen, J. T. Hodgen 2^nd obit

The Sentinel, Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, June 27, 1907

J. T. HODGEN, of Rayland, O., died Wednesday evening June 19 at the age of 65 years, at the Wheeling Hospital. He had been suffering for some time with heart disease but his death came as a shock to most everyone.

Mr. Hodgen is well known to many Woodsfield people. The funeral was held at his residence and he was buried at the Hodgen mound at Tiltonsville, Ohio.

Hodgens, J.T. Hodgens

Spirit of Democracy, Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, June 27, 1907

S.W. Egger received a telegram Thursday announcing the death of Mr. J.T. Hodgens of Rayland, Ohio. Mr. Hodgens married a cousin of Mrs. S.W. Egger. Miss Bertha and George Egger attended the funeral.

[d. June 23,1907]

Hoff, Elizabeth Hoff nee Vieock

Spirit of Democracy, Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, August 15, 1907

On August 3 the angel of death entered the home of Marx Hoff and beckoned to the mother to follow him into the great beyond. The summons came at 4 o clock in the afternoon, and Mrs. Hoff entered the well earned rest, after a severe and painful illness of almost eight weeks.

Mrs. Elizabeth Hoff (nee Veiock) was born March 18, 1839 in Vorderweidenthal, Germany. In the year 1855 she was united in marriage to Marx Hoff. This union was blessed with twelve children seven sons and five daughters. Mr. Hoff and his family left Germany and came to Jersey City in 1867. After residing there nine years, they moved, in 1876, to the farm on which the family is living at the present time.

Mrs. Hoff leaves to mourn her, her husband, five sons, four daughters, thirty-one grandchildren, besides a host of other relatives and friends..

She was laid to rest in the Evangelical cemetery at Miltonsburg on August 5, her pastor Rev. F.A. Meusch conducting the services.

Card of Thanks-Mr. Hoff and family desire to extend their thanks to all neighbors and friends who so kindly assisted them during the last illness at the death of their wife and mother.

Hoff, Mrs. Marx Hoff

Spirit of Democracy, Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, August 8, 1907

Mrs. Marx Hoff, aged 60 years, died at her home on Hope Ridge Saturday. A husband and nine children are left.[d. August 3, 1907]

Hogue, Hannah J. Hogue

Hogue, Isaac Hogue

Hogue, Mrs. Isaac Hogue

Hogue, John M. T. Hogue

Hogue, Jacob Hogue

Dearth, Levina Dearth

The Sentinel, Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, June 6, 1907

Mr. Hogue (J. H. Hogue) tells us that during the last ten months, death has been a frequent visitor in his family, and has claimed for his victim, his brother, Isaac Hogue and his wife of Stafford, his brother, John M. T. Hogue, of Ethel, another brother, Jacob Hogue, of Caldwell, a sister Levina Dearth, of Ethel, and a sister-in-law Hannah J. Hogue, of Kansas City, Missouri.

Only one sister, Lydia A. McMullen and one brother, Stephen W. Hogue, remain. Both reside in Kansas City.

Hogue, Isaac Hogue

Hogue, Mrs. Isaac Hogue

Hogue, John M. T. Hogue

Hogue, Jacob Hogue

Dearth, Levina Dearth

Hogue, Hannah J. Hogue

The Sentinel, Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, June 6, 1907

Only one sister, Lydia A. McMullen and one brother, Stephen W. Hogue, remain. Both reside in Kansas City.

Hogue, Jacob Hogue

Hogue, Isaac Hogue

Hogue, Mrs. Isaac Hogue

Hogue, John M. T. Hogue

Dearth, Levina Dearth

Hogue, Hannah J. Hogue

The Sentinel, Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, June 6, 1907

Only one sister, Lydia A. McMullen and one brother, Stephen W. Hogue, remain. Both reside in Kansas City.

Hogue, John M. T. Hogue

Hogue, Isaac Hogue

Hogue, Mrs. Isaac Hogue

Hogue, Jacob Hogue

Dearth, Levina Dearth

Hogue, Hannah J. Hogue

The Sentinel, Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, June 6, 1907

Only one sister, Lydia A. McMullen and one brother, Stephen W. Hogue, remain. Both reside in Kansas City.

Hogue, John M.T. Hogue

Spirit of Democracy, Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, January 31, 1907

The subject of this sketch, John M.T. Hogue, was born in Franklin township, Monroe county, Ohio, October 4, 1847 and died January 18, 1907. He was married to Hannah McVey in the year 1870. To this union were born ten children; Harry, Mrs. Mary Hopps of Byesville, Ohio; Willard, Emma, Earnest of Canada, Mrs. Dora Barnes, Arthur, Nellie, John and George.

Mr. Hogue was widely known as hospitable, obliging, honest neighbor, always willing to help in time of need. He had a stroke of paralysis last June from which he never fully recovered. The immediate cause of his death was due to an attack of la grippe.

He leaves to mourn his widow, five sons and four daughters, Arthur having preceded him two years ago; besides a host of relatives and friends. The funeral services were conducted last Sunday morning at his late residence by Rev. Hughart, of Stafford, and his remains were laid to rest in Mount Zion cemetery.

Card of Thanks- Mrs. Hogue and children wish to extend thanks to their many friends for their assistance during the illness and death of husband and father. A FRIEND

Hogue, Mrs. Isaac Hogue

Hogue, Isaac Hogue

Hogue, John M. T. Hogue

Hogue, Jacob Hogue

Dearth, Levina Dearth

Hogue, Hannah J. Hogue

The Sentinel, Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, June 6, 1907

Only one sister, Lydia A. McMullen and one brother, Stephen W. Hogue, remain. Both reside in Kansas City.

Hogue, Susan Hogue nee Wilson 3^rd obit

The Sentinel, Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, April 25, 1907

Mrs. Hiram Turner and Mrs. Michael Fieock, of Janetta, Pa., who were called to attend their mother s Mrs. Susan Hogue s funeral last week returned home next day as also did their brother, Dr. Tom Hogue of Beverly.

This was a very sad death breaking up one of the most devoted families the husband and father having passed away in June, since which time, a brother and a sister have been called.

Mrs. Hogue was greatly beloved by her family and seldom in these days of heartlessness and carelessness do we find children so unselfishly devoted as were her two daughters left in the home, Misses Jane and Maud.

The deceased was a daughter of the venerable Wm. Wilson, who is past 65 years old, and has six children still living.

Services were conducted at the country home a mile east of town by Rev. Hughgart, and the remains were taken to our cemetery and laid beside the husband and father.

There are words that speak of a quenchless love

Which burns in the hearts we cherish,

And accents that tell of a friendship proved,

That will never blight nor perish.

There are soft words murmured by dear, dear lips

Far richer than any other

But the sweetest word that earth hath heard

Is the blessed name of mother,

O, magic word! May it never die

From the lips that love to speak it.

Hogue, Susan Hogue

Spirit of Democracy, Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, April 25, 1907

Stafford Mrs. Susan Hogue, widow of the late Isaac Hogue, passed away Monday morning, April 15, just as the glorius sun rose above the eastern horizon, to greet the departing saint. Her death was as peaceful as the going down of the sun on a summer evening. Deceased was in her seventy-first year, and had been in failing health for some time, latterly suffering greatly, but her patience was perfect. Though always good, her life shone most beautiful in her home, where her life was in purity and love, and her service in sweet self-sacrifice. She was held in high esteem by her large circle of friends.

She was a member of the M.E. church at this place and lived a consistent Christian.

The followinf children survive; N.E. Hogue of Stafford; Dr. William Hogue of Beverly; Mrs. L.D. Crow of Hutchinson, Kansas; Mrs. H.R. Tanner and Mrs. F.M. Fieock of Jeanette, Pa.; Mrs. W.P. Mason of Nowata, I.T. and Jane and Maude of the home.

Funeral services were held at the home residence conducted by her pastor, Rev. E.M. Hughart, after which the remains were laid to rest by the side of her husband in the Stafford cemetery.

Holland, George E. Holland

Holland, Robert Holland

The Sentinel, Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, November 28, 1907

MILFORD, DEL., Nov. 26 The small schooner Grace Collins was capsized in Delaware Bay in a storm and Captain George E. Holland, the mate of the vessel, were swept overboard and drowned.

Holloway, Charles Holloway

Reifsnider, Ina Reifsnider

Adkins, May Adkins

The Sentinel, Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, September 12, 1907

AKRON, O., Sept. 10 Charles Holloway, Miss Ina Reifsnider of this city and Miss May Adkins of Cleveland were drowned and Harold B. Todd of Cleveland had a narrow escape from death by the capsizing of a canoe.

Todd managed to swim ashore, but was nearly exhausted.

Howell, Elizabeth Howell 2^nd obit

The Sentinel, Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, December 12, 1907

CAMERON The death of Mrs. Elizabeth Howell occurred at the family home here Friday morning after a long illness of ailments incident to advanced age.

The deceased was the widow of John Howell and was 104 years of age. She has been a life-long resident of this community and possessed a wide circle of friends who mourn her death. Mrs. Howell was the mother of eleven children, six of whom survive her. They are; Abner, David, Emma, and Sadie Howell and Mrs. Lucinda Creig, of St. Clairsville, Ohio, and Mrs. Mary Clegg, of Parkersburg, W. Va.

The funeral services were held at the home at 9:30 o clock Sunday morning and were conducted by Rev. Albert Burcher of the Church of Christ of which she has been a faithful member for years. Interment in the Goudy cemetery east of Woodsfield.

Howell, Elizabeth Howell

Spirit of Democracy, Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, December 19, 1907

Mrs. Elizabeth Howell, aged about 104 years, died at her home at Cameron, December 6, 1907. Deceased had been a member of the Church of Christ from her youth.

Hubacher, Nicholas Hubacher

Spirit of Democracy, Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, February 7, 1907

Nicholas Hubacher, an aged and well respected German resident of Switzerland township passed away at his late home at an early hour Friday morning. He was born in Germany in the year 1823. His parents emigrated to this country in 1827 and settled in Switzerland township on the farm where Mr. Hubacher died.

He had been sick about two weeks and took very bad from the start. Mr. Hubacher was a good citizen and will be sadly missed in the community where he resided. The funeral services were held Saturday with interment at Bethel churchyard.

Hue, Florence M. Hue

Spirit of Democracy, Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, October 10, 1907

Miss Florence M. Hue, aged 19 years, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. F.P. Hue of Warren, Pa., died Saturday [October 7, 1907] after an operation for appendicitis. Many friends in Woodsfield extend their sympathy to Mr. and Mrs. Hue.

Mrs. W.C. Mooney and son William attended the funeral services.

Kinney, Lillian Kinney

Spirit of Democracy, Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, October 10, 1907

Mrs. Lillie I. Kinney, daughter of the late Philo and Sarah A. Crum was born March 21, 1874, and resided near Antioch, Monroe county, until she was twenty-two years of age, with her parents she moved to Belmont county, near Beallsville, where she resided, until her death, which occurred August 29, 1907. She united with the Church of Christ at Antioch at the age of fifteen and as long as her health permitted was a constant and faithful attendant at her chosen place of worship. She was united in marriage to Mr. Alvin Kinney June 27, 1903. To this union were born two sons. The elder three years of age, the younger an infant.

She was a victim of consumption, that long lingering disease, that approaches so stealthily that none are aware of its presence until too late to check it in its fatal career. She was well aware of her condition and knew that death was inevitable and was patiently resigned. Think of the great victory she won over self, when with mental anguish too deep for words, she looked on her little ones and realized they soon would be deprived of a mother s loving care and influence; yet she never murmured or complained, trusting all to Him who has promised to care for the orphans, and accepting His will as hers.

Besides her little sons, she leaves a sorrowing husband, two brothers and two sisters, Mrs. C.O. Polen of Beallsville, being her twin sister.

Father, mother, one brother, one sister, and a cousin who was reared in the family from childhood, and was as a sister, have previously passed to their reward, and with a glad welcome were awaiting her coming in that city beyond death s Sea. Of the once large and happy family of ten, but a remnant remain. God grant that they may all be reunited in one unbroken family in eternity.

The funeral services were conducted by Elder William McVey at her home after which the remains, followed by a large concourse of sorrowing friends and relatives, were laid to rest in the beautiful new cemetery at Beallsville.

Huffman, J. M. Huffman 2^nd obit

The Sentinel, Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, December 19, 1907

J. M. Huffman, one of Monroe County s aged and most highly respected citizens, died at his home at Cranenest Monday from the effects of a stroke of paralysis.

He had been in failing health for some time and yet his death came as a shock to his large number of friends.

We hope to give further particulars next week.

Huffman, J. M. Huffman

Source: The Sentinel Thursday, December 26, 1907

Mr. and Mrs. J. M. Howell, of Newel, W. Va., came in last week on account of the death of Mrs. Howell s father, J. M. Huffman. They returned to their home at Newell Monday.

Huffman, Jacob Miller Huffman 3^rd obit

The Sentinel, Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, December 26, 1907

Death has again visited a happy family and removed there-from the aged father; has taken from the community one of our most useful and highly respected citizens; and from the ranks of the G. A. R. one of their bravest and truest members. As a kind father and husband, neighbor and friend, and as an upright Christian citizen he will be greatly missed among those who knew him.

Mr. Huffman was born near Antioch February 13, 1833, and spent his youth on the home farm. His parents were Mr. and Mrs. Jacob Huffman, whose family consisted of eleven children six boys and five girls.

At the age of 28 he heeded his country s call for men to defend the flag and spent three and three months in the service as a member of Company C, of the 2^nd Virginia Calvary.

Though never wounded in battle, he was severely injured by being thrown from his horse. Later he was captured and spent three months enduring the horrors of a southern prison. When he received his discharge from the army, he returned to his old home and a few years later was married to Mary Ellen Truax, of Jackson Ridge. They went to housekeeping where the family now resides, near Cranesnest. They became the parents of eleven children, six boys and five girls, all of whom are living and who together with their mother and one brother, R. M. Huffman, of Antioch, are left to mourn.

Mr. Huffman was at the time of his death, and had been for a number of years, a faithful member of the Christian church at Antioch.

The immediate cause of his death was a stroke of paralysis. He died in the afternoon of Monday, Dec. 16, and the funeral was held at Antioch on the following Wednesday, services conducted by Elder Harkins, of Woodsfield. The last sad rites were attended by a large number of friends and relatives who paid their last respects to the memory of their aged friend and neighbor.

Card of Thanks We desire to express our appreciation of the many kindnesses of sympathy shown us by our friends and neighbors during the recent illness and death of our beloved husband and father, Mr. Miller Huffman. MARY E. HUFFMAN AND FAMILY

Huffman, Jacob Miller Huffman

Source: The Sentinel Thursday, December 26, 1907

Death has again visited a happy family and removed therefrom the aged father; has taken from the community one of our most useful and highly respected citizen; and from the ranks of the G.A.R. one of their bravest and truest members. As a kind father and husband, neighbor and friend, and as an upright Christian citizen, he will be greatly missed among those who knew him.

At the age of 28 he heeded his country s call for men to defend the flag and spent three years and three months in the service as a member of Company C, of the 2^nd Virginia Cavalry.

Though never wounded in battle, he was severely injured by being thrown from his horse. Later he was captured and spent three months enduring the horrors of a southern prison. When he received his discharge from the army, he returned to his old home and a few years later was married to Mary Ellen Truax, of Jackson Ridge. They went to housekeeping where the family now resides, near Cranenest. They became the parents of eleven children, six boys and five girls, all of whom are living, and who together with their mother and one brother, R. M. Huffman, of Antioch, are left to mourn. Mr. Huffman was at the time of his death, and had been for a number of years, a faithful member of the Christian church at Antioch.

The immediate cause of his death was a stroke of paralysis. He died in the afternoon of Monday, December 16, and the funeral was held at Antioch on the following Wednesday, services conducted by Elder Harkins, of Woodsfield. The last sad rites were attended by a large number of friends and relatives who paid their last respects to the memory of their aged friend and neighbor.

Huffman, Miller Huffman

Source: The Sentinel Thursday, December 26, 1907

Plainview: Several from here attended the funeral of Miller Huffman at Antioch Wednesday.

Huffman, Miller Huffman

Spirit of Democracy, Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, December 26, 1907

Was born in Monroe county, Ohio, February 13, 1833, and died at his home near Benwood, Ohio, December 16,1907, aged 74 years, ten months and three days. He was the son of Jacob Huffman. He was one of a family of eleven children, all of whom are dead except one brother, Roseberry, who still survives.

He was married to Mary E. Truex June 11, 1870. To this union were born eleven children, six sons and five daughters all of whom, with their mother are still living.

He obeyed the gospel in 1896 under the ministry of Charles Reign Scoville at Antioch and has ever since remained consistent and faithful to his plightful trust. On the 7^th of September 1861, he gave himself in service to his country entering Company C of the West Virginia calvary. He was discharged November 28, 1864, having served three years, two months and twenty-one days. During that time he was a prisoner three months. He was a member of the Lt. Boyd Post 540, Antioch, Ohio.

The writer has been acquainted with the deceased family for about nineteen years, and in my acquaintance which has been pleasant I always found Brother Huffman a kind hearted, sociable and agreeable associate, and always seemed devoted to his family and their interests. Truly a noble life has gone out from our midst. A husband and father, a friend and citizen, a brother in Christ, and a comrade of the old soldiers of 61- 64.

The funeral services were held by the writer at Antioch at 3 p.m. December 18, assisted by the M.E. minister of that place, and the very large audience which convened from his neighborhood and West Union, Antioch and Plainview showed the high esteem in which the deceased was held by those who knew him. He leaves his wife and eleven children, all of whom are grown to manhood and womanhood to remember him and mourn their loss of husband and father. He has done all for them he could do, and they have done all for him that loving hands could do. They have respectfully and lovingly laid him to rest in the grave in hope of meeting again.

May God comfort, bless and keep them is the prayer of your friend and brother. D.W. HARKINS

Card of Thanks-We wish to thank our friends and neighbors for their deeds of love and words of sympathy during the sickness and death of our beloved husband and father-THE FAMILY

Hughes, Gordon Hughes 2^nd obit

The Sentinel, Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, May 30, 1907

Mr. Gordon Hughes, oldest son of Henry Hughes of near town died of brain fever and was buried in the Catholic cemetery Sunday. He was seventeen years of age.

Reverent Father Goebel conducted the funeral services.

The Bereaved family have the sympathy of the entire community.

Hughes, Gordon Hughes

Spirit of Democracy, Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, May 30, 1907

Gordon Hughes, aged 15 years, son of Mr. and Mrs. Henry Hughes, died at the home of his parents about one mile west of town Friday from brain fever after an illness of less than one week. Interment in the Catholic cemetery Sunday afternoon. Services were conducted by Rev. Father Goebel. [d. May 24, 1907]

Hungerleider, Hyman Hungerleider

The Sentinel, Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, October 10, 1907

PHILADELPHIA, Oct. 8 Hyman Hungerleider, 52, a manufacturer of this city, committed suicide by cutting his throat. Unable to meet a judgement he took his six-year-old son John and went to his place of business. He sharpened a large knife and when he had finished he sent the child home, telling him to bring his mother to the establishment.

When the wife responded she found Hungerleider with his throat cut.

Half an hour later Mrs. Hungerleider received a letter from New York which contained a check sufficient to cover the judgement.

Hunter, Lester Hunter

The Sentinel, Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, June 13, 1907

PIQUA, O., June 11 Lester Hunter, 14, fell unnoticed from the rear end of a northbound Dayton and Troy electric car at Midway park, and was run over by the next southbound car, an hour later, and almost instantly killed.

He was rendered unconscious from the fall.

Hunter, Samuel M. Hunter

The Sentinel, Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, February 28, 1907

NEWARK, O., Feb. 22 Judge Samuel M. Hunter, one of the most prominent members of the legal fraternity of Ohio, and who played a conspicuous part in Licking county politics, died at his home in this city after an illness of some months from heart trouble.

Hupp, Edith Hupp

The Sentinel, Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, April 18, 1907

On March 26^th, near the village of Mechanicsburg, Ohio, occurred the death of Edith Hupp, the only daughter of Henry and Maggie Hupp.

She was born October 14, 1902, her age being 5 years, 6 months, and 18 days.

She was one of our bright little girls and a favorite of all who knew her.

She leaves a host of friends and relatives to mourn her loss. Interment was made in the Jerico cemetery to await the great resurrection morn. Services were conducted by Elder O. S. Havener.

Little Edith, how we miss thee,

Thy little prattling voice no longer hear,

Thou art a little jewel plucked from earth,

Transpalnted in the paradise of God.

We never can forget thee,

When we look upon thy pretty form,

That hangs upon the wall. A FRIEND

Hyer, Godfrey Hyer

Spirit of Democracy, Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, February 28, 1907

Godfrey Hyer, a well known and highly respected citizen of this place, died Wednesday morning after a short illness from grip and heart failure, aged 79 years.

He is survived by his widow, two daughters and four sons; David Henry and Mrs. Carrie Neuenschwander of this place; John of Clarington; Will of Nebraska City, and Mrs. Lizzie Williams of Lima, Ohio.

The deceased was a very successful merchant here for many years but retired from business several years ago.

The funeral took place Friday afternoon and the services were conducted at the English M.E. church by his pastor, Rev. Theodore Rudin of the German M.E. Church assisted by Rev. D.W. Merrell. Interment in the Harter cemetery.

Jacobs, Hazel Madalene Jacobs

Spirit of Democracy, Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, June 20, 1907

From the: Cambridge Daily Jeffersonian

Hazel Madalene, the six-months old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Frank L. Jacobs of Gomber avenue passed away Saturday morning, June 1, at 5:10 o clock, after a six weeks illness of congestion of the brain and spinal meningitis. The child was unusually bright and winsome, and had been apparently in the best of health until it was stricken with the fatal disease.

The funeral discourse was delivered Sunday afternoon at the home residence in the presence of a large number of relatives and friends by Rev. Jester, of the Methodist Episcopal church. The remains were taken to Warner Monday, where impressive services were held at the home of Mr. Jacob s parents. Mr. and Mrs. Charles Jacobs, and the little one was laid to rest amidst a bed of flowers in the Warner cemetery.

Appropriate music was rendered by the choir. The floral tributes, which were many and beautiful, were mostly composed of white carnations and ferns.

A father, mother and one brother Earle Leslie, survive. The bereaved have the sympathy of a host of friends. Misses Mollie Wilson, Alice Cathery, Edna Laner and Ethel Shramm acted as pallbearers.

Jeffers, Rebecca Jane Jeffers

Spirit of Democracy, Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, December 5, 1907

Rebecca Jane Jeffers was born at Mt. Carrick, Ohio, July 14, 1833, and died at Crane Nest, Ohio, November 11, 1907. She was never strong in body while in childhood her life was frequently despaired of, but as she grew up she became stronger. In her fourteenth year, 1848, she was happily converted and united with the M.E. church during the progress of a series of meetings held in the first church building at Mt. Carrick under the ministry of Jesse Evans. From the day of her conversion until the day of her death she lived a holy life, a life hid with Christ in God. For more than twenty years she was a faithful, earnest, effective worker in the church of her first choice, while in times of revivals she was the most effective worker among penitents at the altar and in Cottage prayer meetings, the writer of these lines has ever known, weeping with those who wept, and rejoicing with those who rejoiced. Those who turn many to righteousness shall shine as the stars forever. Thus is Aunt Jane as she was familiarly called by so many who knew her.

On October 16, 1855, she was united in holy wedlock with William H. Mobley. For seven years they lived happily together, their home being a truly model Christian home. At the call of his country in 1862 he enlisted in the 116^th O.V.I. He was wounded before Richmond, March 31, 1865, and in April of the same year he died at Hampton Road, Va. After the death of her husband she lived with her mother until her mother died on January 29, 1884. From this date she made her home with her adopted sons, Jerry W. Walters and David Stephens, sometimes with the one, sometimes with the other. In 1871 the class at Mt. Carrick was broken up through a trial of one of its members. Aunt Jane with others then united with the M.P. church and in this connection she continued to live the same holy life as formerly, her change in her close communication with her God. In 1896 while visiting with her sister, Elizabeth Eddy in Iowa she accidentally fell sustaining such an injury of the hip that she has been an invalid all the remaining years of her life.

During these eleven years she has been a great sufferer, but so patient was she, so fully resigned to the will of God, manifested such a Christlike spirit, always rejoicing, so that the last years of her life has been more fruitful in saving souls than during the more active years of her life. She died at the home of Jerry W. Walters and was laid to rest beside her parents, Elias and Deborah Jeffers in the old Mt. Carrick cemetery near the place of her natural birth from above. Sister Moberly at the time of her death was 74 years, four months and 27 days old. She has passed from labor to reward, from suffering to eternal bliss and glory where they die no more but where they are equal with the angels.

A very large concourse of relatives, neighbors and friends followed her to her last resting place on earth. We all mourn her departure. For sixty years she walked with God and is not, for God took her. The Lord gave and the Lord hath taken away, blessed be the name of the Lord. J.A.V.

Jewett, Edward H. Jewett

The Sentinel, Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, August 29, 1907

MINISTER A SUICIDE

Cuts His Throat In Full View of Thousands

Tragedy On California Beach

Known Throughout the United States and England as one of the Prominent Divines of the Episcopal Church Aged Eighty and Impressed With the Osler Theory

LOS ANGELES, CAL., Aug 27 In full view of thousands of brothers and several hundred tourists, the Rev. Edward H. Jewett, 80, for 15 years professor of pastoral theology in the General Theological seminary of New York, close friend of Bishop Potter and Bishop Huffman, and one of the most popular and well known ministers in America, committed suicide on Manhattan Beach, 18 miles from this city, by slitting his throat from ear to ear with a razor. Despondency because of old age, superinduced by chronic melancholy and years of suffering from rheumatism, are given as the causes for the act by the deceased s family.

Mr. Jewett disappeared suddenly at lunch time from the home of his son-in-law, the Rev. Angus Porter, rector of the Episcopal Church at Redlands, Cal., who has been living at Manhattan Beach since Aug. 1. The aged church-man walked swiftly away one block and sat down on a pile of sand. Taking a razor from his pocket, Dr. Jewett deliberately slashed back and forth across his throat repeatedly until he had cut two holes on either side of his chin as large as a dollar and sliced the jugular vein in three places.

I can not understand why my father-in-law should have taken this awful method of ending his life, said Rev. Mr. Porter. He is known throughout England,and the United States as one of the prominent Episcopal rectors.

He has seven sons and daughters, who are prominent and wealthy leaders of society in New York.

Rev. Jewett was greatly impressed with the Dr. Osler theory. Many times he has said in pathetic tones to me: I think that some way out of an unbearable existence should be shown old people who have outlived their usefulness in this world. I think it should be provided that old men should be hit on the head with a club and mercifully killed.

Joachimi, Joseph Joachimi

The Sentinel, Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, September 5, 1907

CINCINNATI, O., Sept. 3 Joseph Joachimi, who refused to halt when commanded by Policeman John Geuthlein, near Spring Grove cemetery, was shot and killed.

Because of an earlier attempt to assault a woman in that neighborhood the police had been given strict orders to watch for suspicious persons.

Joachimi refused to heed a call from the policeman, who first fired into the air and then shot the fleeing man.

John Lollathin

John Lollathin, sr., was born February 28, 1817 and died September 18, 1907, aged 90 years, seven months and eighteen days. He was married to Caroline Frederica Netting September 13, 1844. To this union were born 13 children, seven of whom with his wife are gone to the spirit land. He leaves to mourn his departure six children, forty-three grandchildren and twenty-seven great grandchildren. Brother and Sister Lollathin were both born and married in Wurtenberg, Germany, but came to America in 1847 and settled in Baresville where the resided until 1867 when they moved to their home in Green Township where they died, Sister Lollathin having died four years ago. They both surrendered their lives to Jesus, and were (word missing) into Christ the same day, September 8, 1887 under the (word missing) of Elder J. A. Harding. John Lollathin was a man (words missing) ive talent, although (words missing) education he was (remainder of the obituary is missing).

John Norris

Source: Transcribed from a Norris Family Tree booklet prepared by Norris Whitakker

The grim reaper visited the home of the Norris family on Tuesday, January 22^nd, and took from our midst one of Monroe Counties most widely known and highly respected citizens, as well as a loving husband and kind father, in the person of John Norris. Mr. Norris was born July 27, 1823 (should be 1825 added by Norris Whitakker) and was the oldest living son of Robert and Anna Norris, his parents locating in Ohio in 1823, moving to Monroe County in 1828. He was one of a family of nine, four of whom are now living, 2 boys and 2 girls, George G. Norris of Woodsfield, Robert Norris, of the State of Louisiana, Mary Norris, residing on the old Norris homestead, Mrs. Anna Delwitch of Kansas, (should read Mrs. Ann Ditwiler of Kansas per Norris Whitakker).

John Norris was married on March 16^th, 1851 to Catherine Miller, the daughter of Robert and Mary Miller, one of the earliest settlers in Monroe County. The result of this union was eight children, 2 boys and 6 girls, 5 of whom are living Mrs. Jacob Kindelberger, Robert Norris, Mrs. Miles Henthorn, Isaac Norris and Mrs. H.R. Fish, all in the immediate vicinity of Woodsfield with the exception of Robert who resides in Colorado. There were 25 grandchildren, 21 living and 3 great grandchildren.

Mr. Norris has lived all of his 83 years on the farm 2.5 miles southeast of Woodsfield known as Norris ridge and while but a boy assisted in blazing the Main Street of Woodsfield.

He was one of the organizers of the Neuhart Baptist Church and Deacon of the same up until his death. A true and conscientious Christian his motto through life being, do unto others as you would have them do unto you beloved, respected and honored by all who knew him. The neighbors of a mile around were in the habit of going to Uncle John, as he was commonly known, for advice and council, knowing that the same would be based upon equity to all mankind. Come ye blessed of my Father and inherit the kingdom of Heaven prepared for you from the foundation of the earth.

Rev. J. L. Cunningham of Harriettsville, Noble County, formerly pastor of Neuhart Church for 8 years officiated, assisted by Rev. Oliver of the Woodsfield Presbyterian Church. It was one of the largest funerals ever held in the Neuhart Church.

Johns, Armstrong Johns

Spirit of Democracy, Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, September 19, 1907

Armstrong Johns who has been in poor health for a year or more past and who had been making his home with his son Charles Johns of this place, died suddenly Monday morning, September 9^th . He arose and ate breakfast at about the usual time, after which he went to his room to make a change of underclothing. Shortly after he had gone upstairs the family heard a noise and upon investigation found him lying on the floor face downward.Nearby neighbors were called immediately. He was turned over and in a few minutes he expired, breathing his last breath about 9 o clock.

Mr. Johns followed the river as his chief occupation for a number of years having been employed last of the steamer Ruth in the capacity of a fireman, being compelled to quit the river on account of ill health. He resigned his position sometime in September 1906, and since that time and up until his death he had been making his home here.

Four sons and two daughters are left to mourn; his wife and one daughter having died a few years ago.

The funeral services were held Wednesday from the Christain church, Rev. Harper of Beallsville officiating. The remains were laid to rest by the side of those of his wife in the family lot in the Clarington cemetery.

Johnson, Julia Johnson 4^th obit

Dean, Joe Dean 2^nd obit

The Sentinel, Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, November 7, 1907

NORFOLK, VA., Nov. 5 Joe Dean, 18, called Julia Johnson, a girl also in her teens, to the door of her boarding house and shot her through the abdomen. He then shot himself in the temple. Both will die. Jealousy is said to have been the cause. [submitter s note both Dean & Johnson did die]

Johnson, Louella Johnson 2^ndobit

Spirit of Democracy, Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, November 14, 1907

The funeral of Miss Luella B. Johnson who was shot at Norfolk, Va., November 4, 1907, by Joseph B. Deans, took place Sunday from the residence of Mr. and Mrs. L.M. Johnson of High street.

Prof. Wims arrived with the body Saturday noon and hundreds of sympathizing friends visited the home during the afternoon and Sunday forenoon. The funeral procession was one of the largest ever seen in Woodsfield. Dr. R.C. Wuestenberg, pastor of the First Methodist church, conducted the services.

The ledger-Dispatch published at Norfolk, in giving an account of the unfortunate shooting speaks in commendable terms of the deceased young lady.

She was over 21 years old. Her foster parents, Mr. and Mrs. L.M. Johnson, who loved the girl as they could have done had she been their own child, are grief stricken beyond description. They have the sympathy of the entire community.

The shooting was the result of a fit of jealousy on the part of Deans. Miss Johnson was a bright young lady and had many friends here.

Cards of thanks- We take this method of thanking our neighbors and friends of Woodsfield for the sympathy and kindness shown us on account of the death of Miss Luella A. Johnson. MR. L.M. JOHNSON MRS. M.J. JOHNSON PROF. W.E. WIMS

Johnson, Louella Johnson 3^rd obit

Dean, Joe Deans

The Sentinel, Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, November 7, 1907

A dispatch was received Tuesday morning by Mr. and Mrs. L. M. Johnson, of High St., announcing the serious illness of their daughter at Norfolk, Va.

A few hours later another dispatch was received, announcing her death.

According to the Cincinnati Enquirer of Tuesday evening, a young man by the name of Deans called on Miss Johnson at her boarding place, 30 Dartmouth St., Norfolk, and when she came to the door to receive him, he deliberately shot her, the ball taking effect in the abdomen.

He then turned the weapon on himself, inflicting a wound which later resulted fatally.

W. E. Wims left on the noon train Tuesday for Norfolk, and the body will probably be brought here for interment.

The news of the tragedy was received with surprise and sorrow by the people of Woodsfield.

[submitter s note first names obtained from a previous obituary.]

Johnson, Louella Johnson

Spirit of Democracy, Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, November 7, 1907

The sad intelligence was received here Tuesday of the death Miss Luella Johnson, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. L.M. Johnson on High street. Miss Johnson was the cashier of a large drug house at Norfolk, Va., and on Monday evening was summoned to the front door of her boarding house and shot through the abdomen by Joe Dean, a young man of eighteen years. Jealously is given as the cause. Prof. Wims left on the noon train and will bring the remains to Woodsfield. Miss Johnson was well known here where she had many friends. She was about 22 years of age. Young Dean turned the revolver and shot himself through the temple, dying almost instantly.

Johnson, Luella Johnson 5^th obit

Deans, Joe Deans 3^rd obit

The Sentinel, Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, November 14, 1907

The funeral of Miss Luella Johnson, whose tragic death occurred at Norfolk, Va., on Monday evening, Nov. 4, was held Sunday afternoon at the home of Mr. and Mrs. L. M. Johnson, of High st. The services were conducted by Dr. R. C. Wuestenberg, and an unusually large number of people paid their last respects to the memory of the deceased.

It was Miss Johnson s good fortune to possess a disposition which wins friends everywhere, and in the short nine months which she spent in Norfolk she had made many warm friends who deeply regretted her untimely death.

She had a splendid position as cashier in the Law Building Pharmacy at that place and in a conversation with W. S. Wims, who went from here to bring the body to this place, the proprietor, E. B. Cootes, complimented highly her efficiency and said that her place would be hard to fill.

In a popularity contest for the benefit of the Confederate Choir No. 1, she received the largest number of votes, the prize being a grand piano.

On the evening of the tragedy, she walked from the store to her boarding place with a friend who lived on the same street. It seems that they were followed by the jealous lover, for she had just reached her room when the door bell rang. On it being answered, the young man, Joe Deans, asked for Miss Johnson. When she reached the door she said, Why, Joe is it you? Come in. Without a word he shot her twice and then, putting the gun to his temple, shot himself. Miss Johnson fell backward crying, My God, he has shot me!

Deans died without regaining consciousness, but Miss Johnson was conscious for some time and conversed freely with those about her as to her funeral arrangements and giving messages of love to be sent to her people here, and to friends at Norfolk.

Her death was caused by internal hemmorage.

Her relatives here were telegraphed at once, and in response W. S. Wims left immediately for Norfolk. Mr. Wims says words could not express his gratitude to his brother Elks, and other friends of Miss Johnson for their open hearted kindness, courtesy and sympathy. These are some of the noble characteristics which mark the Southern character.

Card of Thanks We desire to extend our sincere thanks to the people of Woodsfield for the tender sympathy shown us in the death of our beloved daughter and sister, Luella Johnson, whose untimely death occurred just on the threshold of a happy and useful life. Mrs. M. J. Johnson

L. M. Johnson W. E. Wims

Jones, Bentley James Jones

The Sentinel, Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, October 10, 1907

Bentley James Jones, of Washburn, W. Va., died September 10, 1907, after a protracted illness, from cancer. He was about 75 years of age.

His wife preceded him to the spirit land about nine months ago.

They were the parents of ten children. Mr. Jones was a good Christian; he had long been a communicant of the U. B. Church.

Funeral services were conducted by Rev. W. I. Pritchard, at Mt. Zion, after which his body was laid to rest by the side of his companion to await the Lord s coming. His one constant desire to sleep by the side of his dear wife is now gratified.

Peace be unto the spirit of our departed father, and the comfort and consolation of hope, to the bereaved family.

Father has gone to the land of the blest;

His body and spirit are now at rest.

Sorrow, temptations and pains are o er,

For he shall live with Jesus evermore. N. J. M.

Jones, Julia Ann Jones nee Walker

The Sentinel, Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, April 18, 1907

Julia Ann Jones, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Jacob Walker, departed this life, April 3^rd, 1907, at her home near Washburn, W. Va., after a brief illness of three days.

She seemed to have a premonition of her death as she made a disposition of her affairs a day or two before she was taken ill. She was born in West Moreland county, Pennsylvania, on June 7^th, 1833, being at the time of her death 73 years, 9 months and 26 days old.

She was a good Christian woman, had long been a communicant of the U. B. church.

She leaves to mourn a husband, ten children, three sisters, two brothers and a host of relatives and friends.

She was laid to rest to await the resurrection morn in Mt. Zion cemetery. Funeral services were conducted by Rev. Walter Pritchard Friday morning. She cannot come back, but we all may go to her; so

Weep not for her who dieth,

For she sleeps and is at rest,

And the couch whereon she lieth,

Is the green earth s quiet breast. N. J. M.

Jones, Lake F. Jones

The Sentinel, Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, September 12, 1907

WOOSTER, O., Sept. 10 Former State Senator Lake F. Jones, 63, is dead after a sickness of 10 days with liver and kidney trouble.

Senator Jones was a great lover of the dog, particularly the foxhound, and by reason of this fondness became known as the hound pup statesman, it being related that he owed his election to the fact that he promised every voter in the district a hound pup.

Jones was a Democrat.

Jordan, J. B. Jordan

The Sentinel, Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, February 7, 1907

CRESTON S MAYOR KILLED

WOOSTER, O., Feb. 1 Mayor J. B. Jordan of Creston met death in a horrible manner by being struck by a switch engine on the Erie railroad, near his home. His body was terribly mangled. He stepped off a track on which a freight train was approaching in front of the engine, a blinding snowstorm preventing him from seeing the engine. A wife and six children survive.

Joy, Clarence E. Joy

Spirit of Democracy, Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, October 17, 1907

Clarence E. Joy, son of Mr. and Mrs. A.F.M. Joy, was born April 3, 1894, and died October 3, 1907, being at the time of his death 13 years and six months old. Two weeks before his death he was stricken down with typhoid fever from which he never recovered. He bore his sickness with great patience. Everything was done to prolong his life but it seemed that his time on earth was at an end. Clarence was a kind and obliging boy and his many friends deeply regret his sudden death.

The deceased leaves to mourn his loss father and mother, five sisters and three brothers, besides a host of relatives and friends. While we mourn for one so young and fair we meekly bow to the will of Him who doeth all things well. After brief services at the home by Mr. W.T. Cline the remains were laid to rest in the Graysville cemetery.

One precious soul from us is gone,

The voice we loved so well;

One place is vacant in our home,

Which never can be filled.

Joy, Clarence Joy 2^nd obit

The Sentinel, Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, October 10, 1907

Clarence, son of Mr. and Mrs. Fred Joy, died on the 30^th inst., of typhoid fever.

Interment at Graysville cemetery, Oct. 4.

Kaslik, Henry Kaslik

The Sentinel, Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, November 7, 1907

CLEVELAND, O., Nov.5 Disappointed because three girls refused to marry him, Henry Kaslik, 21, a tailor, shot and killed himself.

One of his brothers had a terrific struggle with him in an attempt to take his revolver away from him just before he killed himself.

Kearney, James Kearney

Spirit of Democracy, Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, August 8, 1907

James Kearney, formerly of Ozark, died at Martins Ferry Thursday.

The remains were brought to Ozark and interred in the Catholic church cemetery Friday. [d. August 1, 1907]

Father T.A. Goebel of Woodsfield conducted the funeral services.

Keith, L. W. Keith 3^rd obit

The Sentinel, Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, October 17, 1907

On Tuesday of this week, Oct. 15, occurred the death of L. W. Keith, at the Haskins Hospital in Wheeling, where he had been taken to undergo an operation for appendicitis. Brother Keith s sickness was of short duration. He had been feeling unwell for several days but did not think much of it until last Wednesday, when his condition became serious. Drs Korner, Fulton and Norris were called and pronounced the trouble appendicitis.

The doctors hoped to be able to control the disease without an operation, and on Saturday his condition seemed to be somewhat improved. But on Saturday afternoon he grew rapidly worse, and about 11 o clock Saturday night a special train was engaged to take him to Wheeling where an operation was performed at Haskins Hospital early Sunday morning; but it was found that the disease had developed so rapidly, and had reached such an advanced stage that very little hope for his recovery was entertained at the time. He lingered suffering intense agony, until 11 o clock Tuesday, when the end came.

Brother Keith was about 45 years of age, just in the prime of life, and had enjoyed exceptionally good health for a long time. His exceptionally strong constitution and wonderful nerve enabled him to make a vigorous fight [sic-fight] for his life, but he failed to conquer.

Brother Keith s smiling face and genial disposition will be missed in the home, in the store, in the K. of P. and I. O. O. F. Lodges, in which he was an active member,--and in society at large. Surely in the midst of life we are in death; but we bow submissively to the Supreme Ruler who doeth all thins well.

The body was brought to his home in Woodsfield Tuesday evening, and on Wednesday funeral services were held at the M. E. Church, conducted by Rev. Wuestenberg, under the auspices of the K. of P. Lodge. The body was then placed on the noon train going west, to be taken to Keith, Noble county, Ohio, where it will be interred in the old home cemetery.

Six pallbearers, namely, W. W. Hunt, John Allen, B. H. Williams, Wm. Conger, Davy Kunkle and Eugene Smith, and Capt. R. T. McKibbon, all of the Uniform Rank, K. of P., together with twenty other members of the above named orders, and many other friends accompanied the remains to their last resting place. Interment will take place tomorrow (Thursday) at ten o clock.

Brother Keith and family moved to Woodsfield from Noble county about three years ago. During that time, and until he was taken ill, he was a valued and trusted employee in the general store of W. H. Jackson & Son.

To mourn him are left a widow, four children, a father and mother, seven brothers and one sister, besides many friends. We join the entire community in expressing our profound and heartfelt sympathy for the bereaved family.

Keith, L.W. Keith

Spirit of Democracy, Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, October 17, 1907

L.W. Keith, who has been employed in Jackson & Sons dry goods store for several years, became suddenly ill Wednesday of last week with appendicitis and was taken to Wheeling Saturday night where an operation was performed. He lingered until Tuesday [October 15, 1907] when death came to his relief. The remains were brought to Woodsfield Tuesday evening and on Wednesday forenoon were taken to the Methodist church where the funeral discourse was preached by Dr. Wuestenberg. After the services the remains were taken to Keith, Noble county for burial. The funeral was in charge of the Knights of Pythias with the Uniform Rank acting as Pall bearers. The Odd-fellows, Rebekahs and Pythian Sisters attended the services at the church in a body.

A wife and several children are left.

Mr. Keith was an honest upright citizen and had many admiring friends.

Keith, Loren Worthington Keith 2^nd obit

Spirit of Democracy, Woodsfield, Ohio, 1907

Loren Worthington Keith was born at Keith, Noble county, Ohio, on November 13, 1861, and died on the 8^th day of October, 1907 having been previously in almost perfect health, but with-in a fort-night succumbed, under a sever attack of appendicitis.

We, the members of the Woodsfield Knights of Pythias Lodge No.338, of which deceased was an active and conscientious member, in order to place in permanent form our esteem of the life and character of our deceased brother; do hereby

RESOLVE-That in the death of Brother Keith, the people have sustained the loss of a citizen whose integrity and jovial manner gained the friendship and good will of all, and our Lodge has lost a member whose place can never be refilled.

He was an industrious and painstaking brother and husband, a kind and loving father and a gentleman of goodly appearance and courageous bearing. RESOLVED-That he whose life was so fair and sturdy, shall always remain fresh and green in our memory, and that our profoundest sympathy and condolence extend to his family and relatives. RESOLVED- that a copy of these resolutions under the seal of the lodge be furnished to the family of the deceased brother, that the same be spread upon the records of the Lodge and copies furnished to each of the Woodsfield papers for publication. EUGENE SMITH F.E.DRUM J.M. GODDARD COMMITTEE

Keith, Loren Wothington Keith 4^th obit

The Sentinel, Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, October 24, 1907

RESOLUTIONS OF RESPECT

Sir Knight Loren Worthington Keith was born Nov. 13, 1861, at Keith, Noble county, O., and died Oct. 15, 1907, at Wheeling, W.Va., his sickness being of short duration.

Brother Keith moved to Woodsfield with his family but three years ago and in this short time he had proved himself to be a man of sterling worth and fixed integrity and always had a smile and a pleasant word for everyone. Brother Keith joined Woodsfield Lodge No. 338 Knights of Pythias on Aug. 9, 1906, and was mustered in Monroe Company No. 109 U. R., July 28, 1906, and has always been an active and faithful member.

WE, the members of Monroe Company No. 109 U. R., in order to show our esteem, love and respect for the deceased, do hereby,

RESOLVE, That by death of Brother Keith, the community in which he lived has lost a most congenial and exemplary friend, his family a loving husband and father, and this Company a true and loyal-hearted Knight whose place in the ranks can never be filled.

RESOLVED, That in order to keep his memory and character before us, and to express our sincere sympathy and condolence to the family and relatives of the deceased, the charter be craped in mourning for a period of thirty days, a copy of these resolutions be furnished to each of the county papers for publication, and a copy, under the seal of the Company, be delivered to the family of the deceased.

Sir Knight Roy B. Baker Sir Knight Eugene Smith

Sir Knight D. B. Kunkle

Kerlin, Elsie Kerlin

Wallace, Bernard E. Wallace

The Sentinel, Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, December 19, 1907

NEW YORK, Dec. 17 A murder and suicide in an automobile cab occurred in the streets of Brooklyn.

The victims in the tragedy were Elsie Kerlin, 22, a telegraph operator, and Bernard E. Wallace, who has been employed by the Commercial Cable Company in this city.

No cause for the tragedy is known, but it is probable that it is the result of a love affair. The chauffeur heard two shots inside the cab.

Keyser, Charlotte Luella Keyser nee Gates

Spirit of Democracy, Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, September 26, 1907

Charlotte Luella Keyser, daughter of Morgan and Caroline Gates, was born May 12, 1872 and died September 12, 1907 aged 35 years and three months.

In 1896 she was united in marriage with Wilber Keyser. To this union were born two children.

She confessed her faith in Jesus and obeyed the gospel about twenty years ago, and from that time lived a faithful member of the Church of Christ at Bingham.

She died at home near Bethel, Belmont county from consumption of the lungs. He father preceded her to the spirit-land October 7, 1905.

She leaves a husband, mother, two children, four brothers and two sisters.

Funeral services were conducted at her home by Elder David Howell of Steele, then the body was brought to Beallsville on the O.R. & W. train and taken to the Bingham cemetery where services were held, conducted by Elder D.W. Harkins of Woodsfield.

We extend our sympathy to the bereaved relatives. D.WAYNE HARKINS

Keyser, Massie Isabelle Keyser nee Riley

Spirit of Democracy, Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, March 14, 1907

Massie Isabelle Keyser, wife of ex-Sheriff Jessie A. Keyser, died at their home in Woodsfield, Friday evening, March 8, 1907, after an intermittent illness of many months. The deceased was born near Beallsville, November 11, 1843, and was the daughter of Israel Riley, well and favorably known. In 1862 on August 13, she was married to Jessie A. Keyser and of this union eight children were born six sons and two daughters one son and one daughter preceded the mother to the better land, one slipping away in 1888 and the other in 1893. The husband and father with the five sons and one daughter, still live to share with each other and with sympathizing friends this loss and lonliness. The children of the home are a tribute to their training under the hand of a faithful father and mother. Of the sons, Samuel Averville, resides in Chicago and is foreman in the electric barns; John William is the millwright and resides in Bellaire; Charles R., is a practicing physician in Miltonsburg; D.B., is also a resident of Chicago and is soon to graduate in denistry; George has been living in Charleston, W.Va., engaged in the merchant tailoring business. The only living daughter Mrs. Minerva Billman, has with her husband been living with her father and mother.

Mrs. Keyser united with the Beallsville Presbyterian church on profession of faith about the year 1870 some years later she went into

The M.E. church at Crabapple, and has since been in the churches of that denomination. In the fall of 1892 Mr. Keyser was elected to the office of Sheriff of Monroe county, and the family moved to Woodsfield at the opening of 1893 and have continued their residence here through these 14 years. The expression of many in Woodsfield and elsewhere where the deceased was known through years is that she is worthy of a large measure of praise as a wife, a mother, a Christian and to Christian worker a life, though it leaves the world when such words can be spoken of the home at noon Monday conducted by Rev. Oliver, the body was followed by relatives and many friends to the O.R.& W. station and thence to the M.E. church at Beallsville where the funeral service was conducted by Rev. Mr. Scott, assisted by Rev. Oliver. After the services interment was made in the beautiful cemetery at Beallsville. Mrs. Keyser was a loyal member and worker in the W.C.T.U. and a large delegation of her sisters in that organization followed her body to its resting place as a tribute of their affection.

Her children arise up and call her blessed; her husband, and he praiseth her. Favor is deceitful; and beauty is vain; but a woman that feareth the Lord, she shall be praised. She that gathereth and garnereth good, leaveth to her loved ones the largest and the lasting inheritance.

Card of Thanks-We desire hereby to publicly mention our gratitude, in expressible in word, to all those who, in varied ways have shared our sorrow in the death providence that has removed from us our beloved and now sainted wife and mother. And the kind friends of Woodsfield and elsewhere who contributed flowers.-Jessie A. Keyser, Sons and Daughters

Keyser, Mrs. Jesse A. Keyser 2^nd obit

The Sentinel, Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, March 14, 1907

On Friday evening, March 8, occurred the death of Mrs. Keyser, wife of Jesse A. Keyser, of Woodsfield.

Interment at Beallsville, Monday.

Obituary in next issue.

Card of Thanks We desire hereby to publicly mention our gratitude not only to friends at Woodsfield but also to those of Bellaire, Beallsville, Miltonsburg and Marietta who in varied ways have shared our sorrows in the death providence that has removed from us our beloved and now sainted wife and mother. JESSE A. KEYSER, SONS AND DAUGHTERS

Kidder, Alonzo Kidder

The Sentinel, Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, October 31, 1907

EAST LIVERPOOL, O., Oct. 29 Bart Gilkinson, a former resident of Kenova, is under arrest pending the action of the coroner s inquest into the death of Alonzo Kidder, 44, who was shot while walking on the street.

Gilkinson was arrested at his home, and denies having shot anyone.

Kincade, Mariah Kincade, nee Allcock or Alcock

Source: Unidentified Shelbyville Newspaper; July 17, 1907

WELL KNOWN WOMAN DEAD.

Mrs. Mariah Kincade Died Near St.

Paul This Morning.

Mrs. Mariah Kincade died at the home of her daughter, Mrs. L. D. Linville, near St. Paul, at eight o'clock this morning of paralysis. At the time of her death, Mrs. Kincade was sixty-five years, eleven months and twenty-eight days old.

She is survived by three sons and three daughters: William V., Charles A. and Thomas Kincade; Mrs. L. D. Linville, Mrs. Luella Welding and Mrs. Lilly B. Rome [sic--ROOME]. All of the sons and daughters reside in this county with the exception of Thomas, who lives in Columbus.

Funeral services will be held Friday morning at ten o'clock in the Valley church, the Rev. J. C. Beam officiating. Interment in the Ogden . . . . [The last lines of the clipping are missing].

[Contributed to the Shelbyville, Indiana, library web site by Phyllis Miller Fleming.]

*Submitter's Note: Her age at the time of death appears like this on her death certificate too (65y 11m 28d), but on the death certificate it gives her birthday as August 15, 1842. Mathematically it cannot compute, but I do not know which fact on the death certificate is correct--her age? or her birthday? No informant was listed.

Kincade, Ruth Belle Kincade

Source: The Shelbyville Daily Democrat; November 2, 1907*

Bertha** Belle, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Richard Kincade, died at their residence in Rayville Saturday evening, November 2, at five o'clock, aged five days. Interment was made in Mt. Pleasant cemetery Sunday November 3 at 11:30 a.m. Stewart & Fix in charge.

[Contributed to the Shelby County Indiana library web site by Phyllis Miller Fleming: *The handwritten publication date on this obituary does not match the dates in the article.]

**Submitter's Note: On the Indiana, Birth Certificates, 1907-1940 the name was spelled RUTH BELLE KINCADE, and on the Indiana, Death Certificates, 1899-2011 her name was spelled RUTHA BELLE KINCADE and attributed her death to being born premature.

King, Francis King

Spirit of Democracy, Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, November 7, 1907

Francis King, aged 75 years, of Fly, died Tuesday [Nov.5, 1907] from paralysis.

King, George Washington King

Spirit of Democracy, Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, November 21, 1907

In fond remembrance of George Washington King who departed this life September 30, 1907. Deceased was born near Beallsville, Monroe county, Ohio, March 10, 1831, and there spent his early manhood.

In 1852 he was married to Susanna Ray Hudson also of Beallsville. To this union were born eight children, five boys and three girls, four of whom preceded their father to the world beyond the grave leaving two daughters- Mrs. Isadora Phillips of Ozark and Mrs. Lillian Harrison of Pueblo, Colorado, two sons, Charles and Emmett King of Pomona, Kansas together with an invalid widow, to mourn the sad loss of a devoted husband and father.

In the spring of 1880 Mr. King and family moved to Pomona, Kansas where he spent several years working at the blacksmith trade. In the autumn of 1907 having contracted a severe illness from kidney and stomach trouble he was advised by his physician to go to Pueblo, Colorado with his daughter in hope that the trip might prove beneficial to his health, but had been there but a short while when death released all earthy suffering and in peaceful repose, with song in heart and upon his lips the spirit of this loved one took flight to the God who gave it.

His remains were brought back to his late home at Pomona, and among hosts of sorrowing friends were laid to rest in Central cemetery.

King, Henry King

Spirit of Democracy, Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, January 31, 1907

On January 16, 1907, Henry King, son of Peter and Sarah King, was called from our midst by the messenger of death. He was born June 22, 1844, in Ohio township, Monroe county, Ohio and spent most of his life in his native county. He made his home for the last few years with his nephew and niece, Mr. and Mrs. Nimrod Howell where he was properly cared fro until death claimed him.

He was preceded to that world unknown to man by father, mother and two brothers.

He leaves to mourn two sisters, several nephews and nieces and a host of relatives and friends. He was a man of high moral standing and was highly esteemed by his fellowmen as a neighbor and friend, always ready to lend a helping hand in time of need.

After services conducted by A.J. Bachman his body was laid to rest in the West Union cemetery January 17 awaiting the resurrection.

King, Mervin Lester King 2^nd obit

The Sentinel, Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, February 28, 1907

The one year old son of Mr. and Mrs. Frank King died last Thursday morning from liver trouble.

Interment at West Union Saturday. Services conducted by Rev. Calvert, of Antioch.

[Infant s name was Mervin Lester King d. February 21, 1907]

King, Mervin Lester King

Spirit of Democracy, Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, February 28, 1907

On February 21, 1907, the grim reaper entered the home of Mr. and Mrs. Frank King of Church street, Woodsfield, Ohio, and claimed for it s victim Mervin Lester King, their son and only child. He was born into their home on February 25, 1906, and has been the pride and anticipation of the parents; but a divine Father that doeth all things well has called him from this low world of sin and sorrow to a brighter and happier home.

The departed leaves to mourn a loving father and mother and a host of sympathizing relatives and friends. Grover C. Ruble

Card of Thanks We desire through the columns of this paper to thank our friends and neighbors for their kindness during the sickness and death of our son Mervin. Mr. and Mrs. Frank King

Kitchen, H. D. Kitchen

The Sentinel, Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, October 3, 1907

CLEVELAND, O., Oct. 1 Dr. H. W. Kitchen, president of the State Banking and Trust Company of this city, and widely known in financial circles died of paralysis.

Dr. Kitchen was 64 years of age.

Knoch, Robert Leo Knoch

Spirit of Democracy, Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, July 18, 1907

Robert Leo, son of Mr. and Mrs. F.J. Knoch of Rayland, Ohio, died from spinal trouble June 14, 1907, aged five weeks. The bereaved parents have the sympathy of their immediate neighbors and of many friends in Monroe county.

The funeral services were conducted by Father Mulhern; interment at St. Mary s cemetery.

Knolle, Emil Knolle

McNally, Bertha McNally

The Sentinel, Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, April 4, 1907

CANTON, O., March 29 Miss Bertha McNally, 28, committed suicide by taking carbolic acid.

Thursday was Miss McNally s birthday. It was also to have been her wedding day.

She was to have been married to Emil Knolle, a Pittsburg policeman. Six weeks ago Knolle was taken with pneumonia and died. Since that time Miss McNally has been despondent.

Knotts, James Knotts

Spirit of Democracy, Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, April 4, 1907

James Knotts, the subject of this sketch was born in Green county, Pennsylvania, January 15, 1820. Soon after the death of his mother, which occurred when he was nine years old, his father, Lewis knots, moved his family to Salem township, Monroe county, Ohio, where he remarried. They resided on the Ephriam and Mary Williams farm near Round Bottom for a number of years, when his father purchased a farm near Opossum creek in Salem township, where they lived until the death of his father and step-mother. He then resided with his half-sister Malinda E. Knotts who was married to D.S. Williams in 1871. Soon after, Mr. Williams moved his family to Jackson county, W.Va., Mr. knots accompanying them to their new home where he resided continuously until his death which occurred March 19, 1907. His age was 87 years, two months and four days.

Mr. Knotts was never married; was inoffensive, harmless, and kind to all with whom he came in contact. Although he made no profession of relioion, he loved to read the bible, and bore his afflictions with Christian fortitude. He was laid to rest in the home cemetery, Simpson s Chapel, March 21, 1907, Rev. Beckett, pastor of the M.E. church having charge of the funeral services.

He leaves one brother, George O.B. Knotts of Monroe county, Ohio, and one sister Mary Irwin of Belmont county and many relatives and friends to mourn his departure.

Knowlton, Fred O. Knowlton

The Sentinel, Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, September 26, 1907

A message was received here the first of the week announcing the death of Fred O. Knowlton, formerly of this city. For the past year or more he had been in poor health and resigned his position as salesman for the Eldredge & Higgins Grocery Co., and went to Colorado in hopes of recovering his health.

It seems that he was unable to stand the trip and change of altitude, and died soon after his arrival in that state.

Mr. Knowlton was a young man of unquestioned integrity and was well liked by all who became acquainted with him. Less than a year ago he was married and he and his estimable wife resided at this place until his failing health caused him to give up his position.

Kocher, Alex Kocher

Spirit of Democracy, Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, December 19, 1907

Alex Kocher, aged 60 years of Switzerland township dropped dead while on his way from church Sunday evening of last week. Deceased was a well respected citizen. [d. December 15, 1907]

Koher, James Koher

Spirit of Democracy, Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, May 2, 1907

On last Tuesday, April 23, while plowing near the Sardis wharf, James Koher was struck by lightning and instantly killed. Deceased was forty-three years of age and leaves a wife and one son, an aged mother, three brothers and a host of friends to mourn his departure. The entire community extends sympathy.

Koher, Jas. Koher 2^nd obit

The Sentinel, Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, May 2, 1907

The funeral services of Jas. Koher, who was killed by lightning during the storm Tuesday afternoon at Sardis, Ohio, took place Thursday afternoon, and interment was made in the Whitten cemetery at Whitten, Ohio.

Mr. Koher resided at Sardis, where he recently bought the Ed Faggat place.

He was plowing on the river bank just above the wharfboat at Sardis, and Wharfmaster Hoskinson was standing on the stage plank of the boat when Mr. Koher was struck. Mr. Hoskinson was knocked down, but otherwise escaped injury.

Korner, Christian Korner 2^nd obit

The Sentinel, Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, July 25, 1907

Christian Korner of Sunsbury township died July 16, 1907 and was born May 2, 1841, being 66 years 2 months and 14 days of age at the time of his death.

He was married in March 1863 to Miss Lyda Watson. To this union were born thirteen children, 7 sons and 6 daughters. He was buried Friday July 19, at the Gates church at Bingham.

Funeral services were conducted at the residence of the deceased by Elder D. W. Harkins. He was born in that neighborhood and spent his entire life there.

Eleven children, two sisters, one brother and six grandchildren besides a large number of friends are left to mourn his loss. He was a model citizen and enjoyed the respect and confidence of all who knew him.

Korner, Christian Korner

Spirit of Democracy, Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, July 25, 1907

Christian Korner was born May 2, 1841, near Bingham, Sunsbury township, Monroe county, Ohio, and died July 16, 1907, at the age of 66 years, two months and fourteen days.

He was united in marriage with Miss Lida Watson in March 1863, who preceded him to the spirit land some seven years ago. To this union were born thirteen children; eleven survive him six sons and five daughters. He also leaves grandchildren and a host of friends to mourn his departure.

The deceased was a good neighbor and a well respected citizen, and his sudden death which occurred at New Philadelphia, Ohio while visiting some of his children, was a shock to the community where he was born and raised.

The funeral was conducted by Elder D.W. Harkins at the home in the presence of his children and other relatives and a large number of friends July 19^th after which his body was taken to the Gates cemetery at Bingham and laid to rest beside that of his deceased wife. We extend sympathy to the bereaved children and friends. D.W. HARKINS

Kotzebue, Laura Kotzebue nee Benninghaus

Spirit of Democracy, Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, February 7, 1907

Mrs. Laura Kotzebue, nee Benninghaus, one of the oldest and most respected residents of Malaga, passed away at her home at 10:30 o clock Friday morning, February 1^st , 1907, at the ripe old age of 81 years. She had been seriously ill for the last two months. Death was due to infirmities incidential to old age.

She came from Hasalinne, Germany, in 1840, taking up her residence in Malaga. In 1850 she was united in marriage to H.C. Kotzebue. She spent nearly all her entire life in Malaga and enjoyed the esteem of a wide circle of friends, who will regret to learn of her demise and deeply sympathize with the family in their sad bereavement.

She is survived by her aged husband, H.C. Kotzebue, two daughters and one son; Mrs. Louisa Webb, Mrs. Agnes Kauffer of South Bend, Indiana and William Kotzebue, a prominent merchant of New Martinsville, West Virginia.

The funeral took place Monday; interment at the Bush cemetery.

Kotzebue, Mrs. R. C. Kotzebue 2^nd obit

The Sentinel, Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, February 7, 1907

Mrs. R. C. Kotzebue, of Malaga, died last Friday from a complication of diseases incident to old age.

Interment at Malaga, Monday

Mrs. Geo. Ketterer, Mrs. W. S. Way and W. C. Mooney attended the funeral of Mrs. Kotzebue of Malaga, Monday.

Kraft, Clara Josephine Kraft 2^nd obit

The Sentinel, Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, May 30, 1907

Clara Josephine Kraft was born Feb. 1, 1877, and departed this life May 15, 1907.

She was converted and united with the church at Chapel Hill, Feb. 4, 1897, under the pastorate of Rev. E. S. Bowers.

She was united in marriage with John W. Kraft, July 28, 1897.

She leaves to mourn their loss, a devoted husband, three children, a mother, two brothers and three sisters.

A large concourse of people followed her to her last resting place.

Kraft, Josephine Kraft

The Sentinel, Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, May 23, 1907

ROUND BOTTOM Mrs. Josephine Kraft, aged 30 years, wife of John W. Kraft, died at her home near here Wednesday evening, May 15^th.

The cause of her death was pneumonia.

She leaves to mourn her loss, a husband and three children.

The funeral services con-conducted [sic] by Rev. Stewart, were held at Chapel Hill Friday forenoon.

We extend our sympathy to the sorrowing family who have thus lost a kind and loving wife and mother.

Kuhn, Annie C. Kuhn

Spirit of Democracy, Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, February 14, 1907

Mrs. Annie C. Kuhn, died February 10, 1907, aged 42 years, 11 months and 10 days. She was a daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Henry Faber of Miltonsburg, Ohio and leaves a husband, six children, four sisters, and three brothers.

Kuhn, Ralph Kuhn 2^nd obit

Spirit of Democracy, Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, August 29, 1907

Ralph Kuhn, aged 18 months, son of Mr. and Mrs. Nicholas Kuhn of Kuhn, died August 7, 1907. Ralph was a beautiful child, kind to everyone. He will be sadly missed by us all but no place so much as home. His little prattling tongue is hushed, a vacant chair at the table, and his good night kiss that he always gave his mama will be no more. His vacancy in that home can never be filled. His time here on earth was short, but God called him as a little bud to bloom in Heaven. It is hard to give him up but we know he is with the angels standing by the pearly gates watching, waiting and ready to reach out his little hands to his loved ones and bid them enter. The parents have the sympathy of the entire community.

Funeral services were conducted by Rev. T.A. Goebel of Woodsfield and the remains were laid to rest in the beautiful cemetery at St. Joseph s church at Burkhart.

Kuhn, Ralph Verdell Kuhn

Spirit of Democracy, Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, August 29, 1907

Once more the angel of death has visited our community and claimed for its victim Ralph Verdell, darling son of Mr. and Mrs. Nicholas Kuhn who was called from our midst to the world of the great beyond.

The subject of this sketch was born January 20, 1906 and died August 7, 1907, being at the time of his death 1 year, six months and 17 days old.

He leaves to mourn his death father, mother and two sisters and a host of other relatives and friends.

Our loss is his eternal gain, but would say to the sorrowing, weep not for the kind Shepherd hath said, Blessed are they which die in the Lord. Oh, such loving rememberance of that one who has gone forever? Just gone before to prepare a place for the dear ones, and there in that beautiful home to await their coming where there will be no more parting, no more sorrow, no more tears, but where will be one bright and happy day forever more.

The funeral services were conducted at the church by Rev. Goebel at Woodsfield who spoke words of consolation to the bereaved ones. All that was mortal of our loved one was laid to rest in the beautiful Burkhart cemetery to await the resurrection morn.

We may weep but we ll remember,

That his Spirit is happy now;

With the righteous he is dwelling,

With no care mark on his brow.

Kuhns, Marvin Kuhns

The Sentinel, Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, June 6, 1907

VAN WERT, O., June 4 Marvin Kuhns ended a career of violence five miles north of here in a duel to the death with three pursuers. Kuhns was thrice wounded. Kuhns had stolen a horse from Arthur L. Smith, a farmer near St. Mary s. Smith and his grandfather took the trail of the bandit. It led to Van Wert, where the pursuers were joined by Sheriff Hott. Kuhns was overtaken five miles north of here. His reply to halt order was to open fire. The three men returned it and Kuhns was shot down. Kuhns was pardoned from the Ohio Penitentiary by Governor Herrick on Christmas Day, 1905.

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