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1929
William Jacob Weber
Newspaper clipping Issue: January, 1929
Seldom does the hand of death strike more suddenly or cause
greater sorrow than it did recently at the home of Mr. and Mrs. W. J. Weber, of
near
William Jacob Weber was born
December 7, 1878, (St. John’s church record lists him as being born December
19, 1878) in Seneca Township, Monroe County, Ohio, the son of Jacob W. and
Magdalena Christman Weber and at the time of his death was 50 years, 1 month,
and 1 day of age. He grew to manhood in the community in which he was born and
on January 12, 1904, was united in marriage to Miss Gertrude C. Claus.
They established their home on the
farm where the family now lives and four days later than his death could have
celebrated their twenty-fifth wedding anniversary a quarter of a century of
happy peaceful wedded life in a fine home atmosphere in which the best life of
our nation is found.
Mr. Weber was a successful farmer
and it was his major occupation until about fourteen years ago when he became
an employee of the Ohio Fuel Gas Company. They recognized his industry, honesty
and good management and he was made local superintendent of their property of
lines and wells, which he managed in a highly satisfactory manner.
A family of seven children was born
to Mr. and Mrs. Weber, all of whom are living. They are: Alfred Weber, of near
Lewisville; George Weber, Wesley Weber, Marcella Weber, Emma Weber, Margaret
Weber and William, Jr. Weber at home.
On April 11, 1879, at the age of 19,
Mr. Weber was confirmed in the Evangelical faith at
Besides his widow and children, he
is survived by one daughter-in-law, his parents, and stepbrother, one
stepsister, one half brother and one half sister.
Funeral services were held at
Weber, William J. Weber (2nd obit)
Spirit of Democracy,
William J. Weber of near
Mr. Weber is survived by his widow and seven children.
While Mr. Weber lived on a farm for fourteen years, he has
been a valued local employee of The Ohio Fuel Gas
Funeral services will be held Thursday afternoon at
Jacob John Christman
The Spirit of Democracy Issue: Woodsfield, Ohio, Wed., April 24, 1929
John Christman was born June 5, 1867, and departed from this life April 6,
1929, at the age of 61 years, 10 moths, and 1 day. He was at St. Peter’s
He was united in marriage March 13, 1894, to Rachel Matz and
to this union were born eight children: Mrs. Bertha Christman Neuhardt, Mrs.
Edna Christman Young and Elmer Christman, of near Lewisville; Mrs. Oneida
Christman Ludwig of Woodsfield; Mrs. Ruby Mann, Zelda and Gladys Christman of
the home; one son preceded him in infancy.
He had been in failing health for several months but an
attack of influenza caused complications which could not be overcome. Mr.
Christman was a prosperous farmer, good neighbor, a devoted husband and father
and not only will his loss be keenly felt in the home but in the entire
community as well.
The funeral services were conducted Tuesday morning at
Many beautiful floral offerings attested the sympathy of
friends and relatives.
He leaves to mourn his departure besides his faithful wife
and children, ten grandchildren, and ten brothers, and sisters as follows: Mrs.
Barbara Jackson, Mrs. William Ackerman, Louis Christman, of Woodsfield; Mrs.
George Weber, Mrs. Fred Weber, Mrs. Louis Heft, Misses Tillie and Louise
Christman, George and David Christman all of the vicinity of Lewisville.
God moves in a way that is very mysterious to us and so
often we cannot understand but if we only trust Him, His grace will ever be
sufficient for us. The family has the heartfelt sympathy of the entire
community and we pray that God may send his comforter to those who mourn.
V. L. F.
Elizabeth Claus, (nee Fleighman)
Newspaper clipping Issue: May 1929
Mrs. Elizabeth Claus of near Miltonsburg, Ohio, died at her
home last Wednesday after several week’s illness. She was born in 1851. Her
husband, Adolph Claus died on May 2, 1929. She is survived by two daughters and
four sons: Mrs. Lucetta Mann, of Miltonsburg; Mrs. Katherine Mann of
Funeral services were held Saturday afternoon at
Miltonsburg, conducted by her pastor the Reverend Chester Guam and interment
was made in the Miltonsburg cemetery.
Hayes, Ross Hayes
Death of Robert Hayes
Source: The Spirit of Democracy, dated, November 20,
1929
Provided by Lena Kahrig Pettit, typed by Betty Lendon Matson
Ross Hayes, of Portsmouth, Ohio,
son of the late Asa Hayes of Beallsville, died Sunday afternoon at home in that
city. Death was due to asthma and complications involving the heart. He had
been a resident of
He is survived by his wife,
three sons and two daughters.
Funeral services will be held
this Wednesday at Barnesville under auspices of The Masonic Lodge.
Claus,
Margaret Claus nee Mueller/Miller
Death
of Mrs. Claus
Died: November 13, 1929
Provided by Lena Kahrig Pettit, typed by Betty Lendon Matson
The Miltonsburg community
suffered a severe loss in the passing of Mrs. Margaret Claus, aged 76, at her
home Friday near the noon hour, following a few days suffering of intestinal
ailment. Hers was a life of real service to humanity, and her many kindly acts
and deeds will find permanent lodgment in the memory of those befriended. Four
children are bereft, Dora of the home; Mrs. Gertrude Weber and Mrs.
Lewis Christman, of Lewisville; and Mrs. Louise Feldner, of Woodsfield;
also two sisters, Mrs. Mary Lohri, of Trail Run; Mrs. Elizabeth
Pfalzgraf, of Parkersburg, and one brother John in California.
Funeral services in charge of
her pastor, Rev. Chester Guam were held at
Source: The
NOTED PRODUCE BUYER DROPPED
DEAD SATURDAY
Jas. G. Smith Died On Road Near The
James Guthrie Smith, one of the best known business men of
this community, died suddenly enroute to his home near Middle Creek Saturday
evening.
Mr. Smith, who has been in the merchandise business in
Middle Creek and Bentley, came to
Saturday afternoon his fifteen-year-old daughter, Lucile,
came for him in the automobile and they started home about five o'clock. The
engine of the car became hot and they stopped at the
The jury was composed of Gail Long , Ray Grainger, E. S.
Wear, John Harman and Joseph Hardy. The verdict was death from chronic valvular
heart trouble.
The funeral was held from the Christian church in
James Guthrie Smith
Source:
Jas. G. Smith Died On Road Near The
James Guthrie Smith, one of the best known business men of
this community, died suddenly enroute to his home near Middle Creek , Saturday
evening.
Mr. Smith, who has been in the merchandise business in
Middle Creek and Bentley, came to
James Guthrie Smith was born in Hancock township on March
20, 1873, and died February 2, 1929, at the age of 55 years. He was the son of
William and Artimessa Vandyke Smith,
both of whom preceded him in death.
He grew to manhood on the farm where he was born and then
went to Woodbine,
He was married to Miss Ella Kinkade of
The funeral was held from the Christian church in
Source: The Pilgrim,
Mary Peters was born October 7, 1847,
at
George Peters, a relative, gave the
ground for the parsonage south of Princeton and Michael and 13 others built the
German Congregational church south of
At the age of 16 Mary Peters was
confirmed in the Lutheran church at
About two weeks before she took sick she
made all arrangements for her departure.
Two hymns she requested for her funeral:
In the Garden of Prayer and Sweet Hour of Prayer.
She has slipped from out midst, a real
pioneer of the state and of the spirit, one whom we have loved and lost
awhile. The closing verse of the Peters
family reunion hymn express her attitude of mind and spirit in a very fine way.
As in the past Thou’st been
Our guide, our
Friend and King.
Then shall our lives attest
Still lead us on;
To serve Thee is the best;
Until eternal rest
God bless our clan.
Funeral services were held at the
Pilgrim Congregational church. The choir
singing and the pastor Rev. Isaac Cassel, officiating. Burial was at
Submitter's Notes:
*Mrs.
Ella Madison – this is Margaret
Matteson.
**Mrs.
Kate Oldermier -- correct spelling is Oldemeyer.
Spirit of Democracy,
The epidemic of flu now prevalent in this community has
claimed as its first victim, Denzel Beardmore, son of Mr. and Mrs. Asher
Beardmore of
Denzel was stricken last Wednesday and almost from the
start it was apparent that the race with death would be a losing one, so deeply
had the disease seized upon him. The end came Monday afternoon at 1:00 o’clock.
He was only 22 years old and during his stay in Woodsfield
had made many friends, being of a quiet genial disposition. He was unmarried.
Besides his parents he is survived by the others of his
family as follows: a twin brother,
Because of the serious illness of other members of the
family, it was deemed advisable to hold funeral services Tuesday. They were
conducted by Rev. H.H. Adamson, minister of the Woodsfield Church of Christ and
interment was made in the cemetery at the
The circumstances surrounding this death are unusually sad
and the heartfelt sympathy of the entire community.
Spirit of Democracy,
Mrs. Lydia Luedy 52, wife of Henry Luedy of
Later- At the Kindelberger Funeral,
Mrs. Luedy was a sister of Mrs. George Brandfass; Mrs.
Vincent Sturgeon and Mrs. Albert Moore, all of
We hope to be able to publish a more complete obituary
later.
[submitters note—Lydia Luedy
died January 1, 1929]
Beardmore, Mrs. Asher D. Beardmore
Spirit of Democracy,
The passing of Mrs. Asher D. Beardmore, aged 45 years,
following an illness of influenza, at her
Mrs. Beardmore was a good woman and beloved by all who knew
her, and she will be greatly missed in the home, church and community life.
Besides her husband she leaves four children; Oliver of
Wheeling; Glen,
Brief funeral services were held from the home Tuesday and
the remains taken to the
Spirit of Democracy,
Funeral services for Mrs. Hannah Mann 84, prominent
Mrs. Mann was the widow of the late Lyman Mann, who
preceded her in death several years ago. Surviving her are three daughters;
Mrs. Ward Vosper of
Mrs. Mann was a woman of many fine qualities and was liked
by all who knew her.
Interment in
Mann, Mrs. Lyman Mann 2nd
obit
Spirit of Democracy,
Mrs. Lyman Mann, aged 84, died at the home of her daughter,
Mrs. Ward Vosper of
The body will arrive in Woodsfield this Wednesday evening
and will be taken to the home of Mr. and Mrs. Emmett Mann of
Funeral services will be held at the Methodist Episcopal
Church, Thursday afternoon at 2:00 o’clock.
Spirit of Democracy,
Mrs. D.R. Rees and Wm. Bayes were at Crooksville Friday
where they attended the funeral of Mrs. Rees’ father-in-law, Richard Rees,
whose death occurred at the home of a daughter in
Spirit of Democracy,
Thursday morning at his late residence in
Mr. Seebach died Tuesday following a brief illness of
pneumonia. The deceased is survived by two sisters besides a number of other
relatives and friends who mourn his loss.
Interment was in the
Betts, Benjamin Franklin Betts
Spirit of Democracy,
Benjamin Franklin Betts son of Mr. and Mrs. Theodore Betts
was born February 2, 1904 and departed this life January 2, 1929, being at the
time of his death 24 years and 11 months.
On November 16, 1928 he confessed his belief in his Savior
and was baptized by Brother H.E. Taylor.
He leaves to mourn his sad departure; father, mother; three
sisters and two brothers as follows; Josie, Mrs. Bernard Stephens, Robert,
Earl, and
Funeral services were held at the
Our dearest brother and son hast left us and gone to rest
where the storms are over, but in that land we hope to meet you where there
will be no more parting.
Card of Thanks-We
desire to thank all those who in any way helped us and extended their sympathy
to us during the illness and at the time of the death of our dear son and
brother. Mr. and Mrs. Theodore Betts and
Family
Hall, Rilla Pearl Hall (nee-Wallace)
Spirit of Democracy,
Rilla Pearl, daughter of Charles and Hulda Wallace was born
Jan.23,1891 and departed this life Jan.6, 1929 being at the time of his death,
37 years, 11 months and 14 days.
She was united in marriage with Edgar Hall, April 2, 1910.
To this union were born five children. One daughter, Wilda preceded her in
death six years ago.
She leaves to mourn her death; her husband and children;
Harold, Herbert, Nettie and Gene all of the home; father, mother, two sisters;
Mrs. Tora Weckbacher and Mrs. Lona Smithberger; one brother, Everett Wallace
and a host of other relatives and friends. One infant brother also preceded her
in death.
She will be sadly missed in the home, in the community, and
in the
The funeral services were conducted by Bro. C. H. Morin of
Card of Thanks-We
desire to thank each and every one who assisted us in the sickness and at the
time of death of our dear wife and mother.
Edgar Hall and Children
Hall, Pearl Hall (2nd
obit)
Spirit of Democracy,
Mrs. Pearl Hall, wife of Commissioner Edgar Hall, died at
their home near Rinard Mills Sunday evening after an illness of several months.
Husband and four children survive.
Funeral services were held Tuesday afternoon at Pleasant
Ridge Church of Christ of which she was a member. Mrs. Hall was a daughter of
Mr. and Mrs. Charles Wallace and a highly respected woman in her community. The
bereaved husband and family have the sincere sympathy of many friends in all
parts of the county.
Spirit of Democracy,
Osborne E. Talbot, son of John A. and Millie A. Talbot was
born December 21, 1864 and died January 2, 1929, aged 64 years and 12 days.
Bernie, as he was familiarly known by his many friends, was born on his
father’s farm on Opossum Creek,
Returning home to visit friends and relatives he started
working on the Ohio County Infirmary farm in
Bernie was of a kind and quiet disposition and liked by all
who knew him. Three brothers; Mitchell Talbot, Upton Talbot and John O. Talbot,
all residents of Clarington, mourn his death. He died at
Spirit of Democracy,
Minnie Ola Kraft, daughter of Henry and Louise Kraft was
born July 17, 1882 and returned to her heavenly reward January 2, 1929 having
lived upon this earth 46 years, 5 months and 16 days.
On July 9, 1903 she was united in marriage with David
Wesley Affolter. At the tender age of thirteen years, she was converted as a
follower of Christ at
When her home was established in
Those who remain to cherish her memory are as follows; her
husband, aged parents, three brothers; Wesley Kraft of Barberton, Ohio; Harry
and Grover of Round Bottom and three nephews; Donald, Wayne and Bobby Kraft of
Round Bottom. Two sisters, Emma and Clara preceded her into her home beyond the
sky.
Interment was made at
A cherished one from us has gone,
A voice we love is
stilled
This parting grief would not have come
Had not the Savior
willed.
He had a place in his wise plan
For one so kind and
true
We’ll live to be reunited there
Where life is ever
new.
Spirit of Democracy,
One Sister Dies While Funeral Services Are Held For
Other
Shortly after funeral services started Sunday at the
Born within two years of each other, they died within two
days of each other in the home where they were born and had always lived. Side
by side they lay during their fatal illness and side by side they were buried
Monday afternoon in the same grave at
Martha, who was 83, died Friday afternoon at 4 0’clock and
Miranda, aged 81, passed away at 2 p.m. A song had been sung and a prayer made
by the pastor at Martha’s funeral when word was sent to the church that the
other sister had passed away.
Just a few minutes before the younger sister had looked for
the last time on the face of her older sister and whispered “God Bless Her” as
the body was taken away for the funeral at the church.
Pneumonia caused the death of both. During most of their
illness they were alone in their lonely log home situated on the ridge between
Somerton and
The critical condition of the older sister was quickly
apparent and a physician was summoned. Before he could reach the home the older
sister had died. A short time before this, she had fallen on the floor of the
home, where she remained all night, the younger sister, ill at the time, being
unable to do more than throw a cover over her. Neighbors found her the next
morning and placed her in bed.
The incident occurred on one of the coldest nights of the
winter and undoubtedly hastened the death of the older sister.
For many years the two sisters lived alone, supporting
themselves by stringing tobacco. Both were members of the
Rev. Ray Smith, the Methodist pastor at Somerton, conducted
the interrupted services Sunday, but he was taken suddenly ill and was unable
to conduct the double funeral service Monday. This was in charge of Rev. H.H.
Adamson of Woodsfield.
The sisters have no near relatives and some of the distant
relatives live in Barnesville.
Barnesville Enterprise of Jan. 1st.
Morris, Sarah Elizabeth Morris
Spirit of Democracy,
Sarah Elizabeth Morris, aged 78, passed away January 1 at
the home of her daughter, Mrs. Rush Hollingsworth at Hunter, following an
illness of several months. A paralytic stroke caused her death.
Mrs. Morris was born at Woodsfield in 1850 and has spent
the greater part of her life in this vicinity. Her husband, John O. Morris
preceded her in death thirty-four years ago. Mrs. Morris and her husband lived
for some time in Barnesville and will be remembered by a number of people.
She is survived by her daughter, Mrs. Ruth Hollingsworth of
Hunter, who cared for her during her illness and F.O. Morris of
Funeral services were held Thursday afternoon at one
o’clock at the home of Mrs. Ruth Hollingsworth conducted by Rev. W.C.
Patterson, pastor of the
Spirit of Democracy,
M. Augustus Gilmore passed away last Saturday morning in
He was born near Clarington and did service in the Civil
War in the 77th Ohio Regiment, entering the service at the age of 18
years.
He was married to Barbara Case in 1866 and to this union
were born; four daughters and two sons, who with the mother, survive.
Mrs. Gilmore was well and favorably known here by our older
residents, but had lived in the vicinity of
Rest came peacefully as members of the family were about
the bedside in the home. While a vacant chair is left in the home and sorrow
among relatives and friends’ is evident, it is the gentle closing of a useful
life and a sleep that knows no waking.
Funeral services were held at the home Monday by the
minister of St. Andrew’s
Spirit of Democracy,
Miss Clara Glaser 20, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Charles
Glaser, died at the family home at Riverview Sunday morning shortly after
midnight. She was one of the most popular young ladies of Bellaire and news of
her death caused a great shock for she was not known to be seriously ill. She
took sick while at work Saturday afternoon with the grippe. Pleuro-pneumonia
set in and brought the hasty end.
Miss Glaser was born in Bellaire and was a graduate of
The funeral was Wednesday morning with Requiem High Mass at
Spirit of Democracy,
Death of Dennis Buskirk
Dennis Buskirk, former editor of the Spirit of Democracy,
died at his home on
During this time he was tenderly cared for by his aged companion
by whom he is survived.
Mrs. Buskirk came to Woodsfield in 1866 and became an
apprentice in The Spirit of Democracy office. He was faithful, dependable and
thorough and was eventually promoted to editorship of the paper, filling that
position for nineteen years ending with his retirement about eight years ago.
Funeral services will be held on Thursday afternoon at 1:00
o’clock at the residence. Religious rites will be conducted by his pastor, Rev.
John Fleming Cash. The I.O.O.F. Lodge will also conduct their ritualistic
service both at the home and at the
Spirit of Democracy,
The death of Mrs. Jane Howells occurred Sunday morning,
January 6 at the home of her brother, John Duffy in Barnesville, following an
illness of a few weeks duration. Death was due to pneumonia. The deceased was
one of Barnesville’s oldest residents. She was in her 95th year. She
was born at
Surviving her are one daughter; Mrs. Alfred Beach; one son,
Ernest Cornell of
Spirit of Democracy,
Miss Hannah Dougherty died at Woodsfield on Saturday,
January 12 after a few days illness due to infirmities incident to advanced
age. For many years she made her home with her youngest brother. She was born
Dec. 17, 1836 in Wayne Twp. and was a daughter of James and Hessie Gray
Dougherty.
There were five brothers and four sisters in the family,
the only surviving being G.O. Dougherty of
Funeral services were held Monday conducted by Rev. Otto
Meyer. Interment was made in
Spirit of Democracy,
Mrs. Elizabeth Tipton 80, one of
She was the wife of W. E. Tipton, who survives, a devoted
and active member of the
She is survived in addition to her husband by the following
sons; Charles E. Tipton, Caldwell hardware merchant; Howard Tipton of Steubenville
and Clyde Tipton of Greensburg, PA. and one sister, Mrs. William Barnett of
Drum, Mary Lenora Drum (nee-Conger)
Spirit of Democracy,
Mrs. Mary Lenora Drum, wife of P. H. Drum, was born on
February 17, 1856 near Cameron,
January 8th at her home there, and followed a few
days serious illness with pneumonia. Her age was 72 years, 10 months and 22
days.
Miss Conger grew to womanhood in the community in which she
was born on August 4, 1874 she was united in marriage to Phillip H. Drum. They
established their home on a farm in
The surviving children are; F.E. Drum and T.E. Drum of
Woodsfield; C.E. Drum of Woodsfield, R.5; Mrs. Fred Keylor and Mrs. W.R.Hawkins
of Woodsfield and Mrs. Guy Roth of Woodsfield, R.5. Two brothers and two
sisters also survive. They are Joseph and Gersham Conger and Mrs. Will Buchanan
of
Nine years ago Mr. and Mrs. Drum moved to Woodsfield where
they have since lived retired.
Mrs. Drum became a member of the Methodist Episcopal Church
at Fletcher’s Chapel in 1879 and for fifty years she lived true to the vows
made to her Saviour. Her love for home and family made it a delightful
sanctuary for husband and children and neighbors and friends as well remember
most kindly its hospitality and friendly atmosphere. Surely her children can
call her blessed, and though it is hard to part with mother, we bow in
submission to the Father’s will and hope to meet again on the “
Funeral services were conducted at the home Thursday
afternoon at 2:00 o’clock and were in charge of her pastor, Rev. J. Fleming
Cash. Interment was in
Among those from a distance attending the funeral are:
Joseph Conger of
of Bellaire; Mrs. J.M.
Hawkins of Woodsfield, R.1 and Mrs. Charles Roth of Rt. 5.
Drum, Mrs. P.H. Drum 2nd obit
Spirit of Democracy,
Death of Mrs. P.H. Drum
Mrs. P.H. Drum, highly respected and esteemed Woodsfield
citizen, passed away at her home on South High Street, Tuesday afternoon
following a short illness of pneumonia. Besides her aged companion; she is
survived by six children, as follows; F.E. Drum, T.E. Drum, Mrs. Welda Hawkins,
Mrs. Guy Roth, Mrs. Fred Keylor of Woodsfield, R.5. Many other relatives and
friends are made sad in the passing of this good woman.
Mr. and Mrs. Drum formerly lived at Benwood, but have been
living retired in Woodsfield for several years.
Funeral services will be held Thursday afternoon.
Spirit of Democracy,
Minerva Mason, daughter of John and Elizabeth Mason was
born July 26, 1852 and departed this life January 3, 1929 being at the time of
her death 76 years, 5 months and 8 days of age.
At the age of eighteen she united with the church at Low
Gap and remained a faithful member until her death.
On November 18, 1875 she was united in marriage with
Johnson Cline and to this union were born two children.
She leaves to mourn her sad departure; a daughter, Mrs.
Bertha J. Christy of Graysville; a son, R.C.Cline of Sedan, New Mexico; three
grandchildren; one brother, John Mason; one sister, Mrs. David Cline and a host
of other relatives and friends.
Funeral services were conducted Saturday, January 5th
by Rev. Arthur Weddle and the remains were laid to rest in the
Dearest mother, thou has left us
And our loss we
deeply feel.
But its’ God that has bereft us
He can all our
sorrows heal.
Yet again we hope to meet thee
When the day of
life is fled
When in heaven in joy to greet thee
Where no farewell
tears are shed A. Daughter
Coss, William Coss
Spirit of Democracy,
William Coss, highly respected Civil War veteran, died at
his home in Woodsfield on Thursday, January 10, 1929. Death followed a stroke
of paralysis. He was born near
He grew to manhood on a farm in the Graysville community
and on August 25, 1861 he was united in marriage to Miss Rosa Kernan. To this
union eleven children were born; nine daughters and two sons; four of whom
preceded him to the
He is also survived by one sister; Mrs. Mary Hayes of
On June 3, 1918 Mr. Coss was united in marriage a second
time to Elizabeth Barber, who is left to mourn his life, as as are many other
relatives and friends.
Mr. Coss was a member of the Christian Union Church at Low
Gap and lived faithful to his Master until death. Kind and friendly in
disposition, honorable in all his dealings, he had the respect of all who knew
him.
In defense of his country he answered the call of his
Commander-in-Chief and served as a member of Co. G. 196th Reg.
O.V.I. and at the close of the war received an honorable discharge.
Funeral services were held Sunday afternoon at the
Dearest father, you have left us
And thy loss we
deeply feel;
But ‘tis God who has bereft us
He can all our
sorrows heal.
Coss, Wm. Coss
(2nd obit)
Spirit of Democracy,
Wm. Coss, aged Civil War veteran died at his home in
Woodsfield about 10:00 o’clock this Wednesday forenoon.
We go to press to soon to give any details of the funeral
plans.
He was about 85 years of age and death followed a stroke of
paralysis
Card of Thanks-The
family of the late William Coss desire to express their sincere appreciation of
many kindnesses shown them during the illness and at the time of the death of
their dear husband and father. Especially are they grateful to the officers and
members of Monroe Post No. 87.
Spirit of Democracy,
Samuel Kernan, aged 80 years, passed away Friday at the
home of his nephew,
Funeral services and interment were at
Relatives who attended the funeral of Mr. Kernan were: Mrs.
Minnie Nething, Mrs. Callie Olson and Godfrey Spring of Elm Grove; Dale Living
of
Hartlieb,
Spirit of Democracy,
Mrs. Lena Hartlieb, aged 92 years, passed away at her home
Monday morning, Jan. 6th. at 3:00 o’clock after an illness of
several days of influenza. The deceased was the widow of the late John Hartlieb
and is survived by six children; Mrs. Fred Franz of Martins Ferry; Mrs. Lena
Sheppard of Wheeling; Charles and John of Mannington; Ernest of Sardis and
Julius of the home; also several grandchildren.
Funeral services were conducted at her late home on Tuesday
afternoon by Rev. Tanner, pastor of the German M.E. Church of which the
deceased was an active member and interment was in the Harter Cemetery. There
were beautiful floral offerings.
Spirit of Democracy,
Mrs. Cora Nething, wife of Martin Nething, died at the
Spirit of Democracy,
Felix Haueter, aged 81 years, died at his home Sunday
morning at 2:00 o’clock following a short illness of influenza.
Two children survive; Miss Lena of the home and Rev. Otto
Haueter of
Funeral arrangements at this writing are incomplete.
Spirit of Democracy,
Mrs. Sebastian Heil, aged 86, died on Sunday, January 6 at
the Good Samaritan Hospital where she had made her home for some time.
Funeral services were held at the Catholic Church at
She was a former resident of the
Four sons and five daughters survive her.
Comer, Irene Comer (nee-McGovern)
Spirit of Democracy,
Mrs. Irene McGovern Comer, aged 43, died at
She was a daughter of Patrick and Susan McGovern of
Mrs. Comer was a cousin of Mrs. Rose McEntee and Mrs. Lucy
Danford.
Cashman, Ethel Cashman (nee-McGovern)
Spirit of Democracy,
Mrs. Ethel McGovern Cashman, aged 42, died Wednesday
morning of last week at her home in
Funeral services were held at St. James Catholic Church at
McConnelsville last Friday.
She was a cousin of Mrs. Lucy Danford and Mrs. Rose McEntee
of Woodsfield.
Harrison, Mary Harrison (nee-Parks)
Spirit of Democracy,
Mrs. Mary Parks Harrison of Bethesda, daughter of James and
She was married on February 13, 1867 to Wm. H. Harrison who
died Feb. 17, 1910.
Mrs. Harrison is survived by three children; six
grandchildren and one great-grandchild.
Glesenkamp, Eliza M. Glesenkamp
(nee-Taylor)
Spirit of Democracy,
Mrs. Eliza M. Glesenkamp was born near Graysville on May
28, 1860, her maiden name being
Mr. Glesenkamp died on January 18, 1909 and in April of
that year the family moved to the late home in
On Wednesday morning funeral services were held at the late
home conducted by her pastor, Rev. Leslie E. Rush of the Delaware Methodist
Episcopal Church, after which the body was brought to Woodsfield for interment
in the family lot in
Of the eleven children born to Mr. and Mrs. Glesenkamp, ten
survive. One son, Robert died at the age of eight years. The surviving children
are: Mrs. John A. Schumacher and Mrs.
Two brothers, G.W. Taylor of New Matamoras and A.W. Taylor
of
Mrs. Glesenkamp’s life was one of loving service to her
husband and family and neighborhood. Wife and mother are words fraught with love
and service in their highest human possibility and she met all her
responsibilities fully and then gave of the largeness of her heart to those
outside the home, especially neighbors and friends who cherish her memory for
the good woman she was, as well as do her family by whom she will be sadly
missed.
William, Frederick and John Glesenkamp and Frederick Oehler
accompanied the body to Woodsfield from
Glesenkamp, Mrs. W.W. Glesenkamp (2nd obit)
Spirit of Democracy,
Mrs. W.W. Glesenkamp, of near
Mr. and Mrs. Glesenkamp were former residents of Woodsfield
when he served as county commissioner and few women have been more sincerely
loved and respected by neighbors and friends than she was.
Several adult children survive her among who are Mrs. John
Schumacher and Mrs. S.A. Schumacher of near Woodsfield.
Mann, Henrietta Mann (nee-Gramlich)
Spirit of Democracy,
On January 1 at 5:15 a.m. death entered the home of Mrs.
Ward C. Vosper at
On February 16, 1869 Henrietta Gramlich was married to John
F. Stenzel and to this union were born three children; one son who died in
infancy and two daughters; Mrs. Emma Wharton of Woodsfield and Mrs. T.F. Menkel
of Ansonia, Ohio, both of whom were at her bedside at the time of her demise.
In 1874 she became a widow, her husband dying in
On December 24, 1878 Henrietta Stenzel was married to Lyman
J. Mann of Malaga and to this union were born three children; Josephine
O’Rourke, Paul C. Mann and Mae M. Vosper; Mrs. O’rourke having departed this
life twenty years ago and Paul C. Mann, November 8, 1928.
On March 3, 1922 the subject of this sketch once again
became a widow, Lyman Mann dying at Woodsfield, at which place they had made
their home for the past twenty years. For the past seven years she had resided
with the daughter in
At an early age she became a member of the
On Wednesday, Jan. 2nd at 1:00 p.m. a short
service was held at the home in
Relatives and friends from out of town were: Misses
Caroline and Norma O’Rourke of Pittsburgh; John Gramlich of Wheeling; Mrs. Otto
Ridgeway, Margaret Harper and Mrs. Louise Starkey of Barnesville; Mrs. Tuttle,
Misses Ella and Louise Watson of Quaker City; Mrs. Louise Riggle of Cambridge;
Mrs. Amy Brown and son Bobbie of Dayton; Mrs. T. F. Menkle of Ansonia and Mr.
and Mrs. Ward Vosper and son, Jack Richard of Columbus.
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wish to extend our sincere thanks and gratitude to our many Woodsfield friends
and relatives who so kindly aided and comforted us in the death of our dear
mother. The Family of Mrs. Henrietta
Mann
Thomas,
Lucy Thomas (nee-Stephens)
Spirit of Democracy,
The death of Mrs. Lucy Thomas 75, wife of T. Thomas,
occurred Friday evening at her home four miles north of Summerfield following a
long illness from dropsy and rheumatism.
The deceased was a daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Samuel
Stephens and had been a life-long resident of the community where she died.
For many years she had been a member of the Palestine
Christian Church on
Besides her husband she is survived by a foster daughter;
Mrs. H.M. Guiler, near
Funeral services were conducted at the home Sunday
afternoon and the body brought to
Jackson, William Harvey Jackson
Spirit of Democracy,
On Tuesday, January 8, Woodsfield lost one of her most
highly respected citizens and well known retired business man in the person of
William Harvey Jackson. He was born in
He grew to manhood on the farm, received a common school
education and qualified himself for teaching. He followed that profession for a
few years, but soon found that he preferred a business career and perhaps
thought it was a quicker way to financial independence and realization of a
man’s desire to stand on his own two feet and fight his own way. Buying and
selling appealed to him and his relations were so square with his patrons that
they depended on his business judgement and there-by he developed the nucleus
of a business that was to become a factor in the growth of Woodsfield and the
community in his mature life and declining years.
On February 29, 1872 he was united in marriage to Miss
Elizabeth A. Jeffers and for over half a century they maintained a happy home
and lived a life approaching the ideal. One son, Forrest L. Jackson was born to
them and by whom he is survived as he is also by one grand-daughter, Mrs. Harry
C. Powelson of
What is now the store of W.H.Jackson & Son was begun
about 35 years ago in a modest way and founded on sound business principles of
honesty and service, its founder and his son built conservatively until it is
one of the largest general stores in
As a lad at the age of sixteen, Mr. Jackson united with the
Methodist Episcopal Church at Moffett’s and all through his busy life, he was
actively interested both personally and financially in the work of the church,
being a regular attendant until ill health prevented. He has lived his life of
over three score and ten and it was a worthy one. He has left a record of
achievement in the business world, maintained a sterling character and in his
home life was always a kind and loving husband and father. In his passing, the
community has lost a most honorable and trustworthy citizen, who will long be
kindly remembered by our citizens and business associates who knew him for the
high type of man he was.
Funeral services were held at the family residence on
Thursday afternoon at 2:30 o’clock in charge of Rev. J.F. Cash and Rev. W.A.
Rutledge of
Among the relatives and friends who attended the funeral
from a distance were: Mr. and Mrs. S.L. Neuhart, and son Chris and Miss Minnie
Gray of Wheeling, W.VA.; Mr. and Mrs. Watt Neuhart of Elm Grove, W.VA.; Lawson
McKain and Willaim Duemmel of Zanesville; A.A. Herriman of Brownsville, PA.;
and H.E. Stewart of Columbus.
Spirit of Democracy,
Death of W.H. Jackson
W.H. Jackson, prominent retired Woodsfield business man,
died Tuesday evening at his home on
In the active years of his life he was one of the best
known merchants in
Funeral services will be held on Thursday afternoon,
conducted by his pastor, Rev. J. F. Cash assisted by W. A. Rutledge of
Spirit of Democracy,
Grandma Schahet Dead
Mrs. Frieda Schahet, aged 74, esteemed
David Schahet of
A
Jones,
Spirit of Democracy,
Denver Caldwell Jones was born Oct. 3, 1904 at
He united with the
He was a faithful member of the Odd Fellows Lodge at New
Matamoras, OH. He leaves to mourn, a father and mother; two brothers; six
sisters; besides his many relatives and a host of friends.
Spirit of Democracy,
Mrs. Ellen Gustely, aged 57, died at her home in
She was a former resident of Moundsville. Paul Gustely of
Spirit of Democracy,
Herbert Eugene, son of Arthur and Lillian Ault was born in
Woodsfield May 28, 1926. Death kissed down the little eyelids on January 8,
1929. Hence at the time of his death he was 2 years, 7 months and 11 days of
age. From his early babyhood Herbert had not been a rugged child, but as we get
the fragrance of the rose when it’s petals are crushed so we possibly got a
greater degree of sweetness from the sufferings of this little rosebud. The
little plant had faded and fallen here but can we not have the faith to believe
that it is planted anew by the heavenly Gardener in the fairy fields of glory.
The little life was short but long enough to bring to its
parents and grandparents the benedictions of heaven in a way that they can
never forget. The patter of the little feet, the prattle of the little tongue,
the touch of the little hands and the smile of the little face will cling to
our hearts while memory shall impart its’ blessings.
Funeral services in charge of H. H. Adamson were held from
the family residence on
A ladies quartette from the
Burial was in
The parents and grandparents desire to publicly express
their thanks to all who so kindly assisted them in this sad experience.
Ault, Herbert E. Ault (2nd
obit)
Spirit of Democracy,
Ault Child Dies
The three-year-old son of Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Ault, of
Funeral services will be held Thursday afternoon.
[submitters’ note-Herbert
died January 8, 1929]
Spirit of Democracy,
Salathiel M. Lemmon, Civil War veteran , for many years a
widely known resident of Wheeling and a former commander of Holliday Post
G.A.R., passed away Saturday afternoon at 6:00 o’clock at the home of his
daughter, Mrs. George M. Towle at Sardis, Ohio. He was in his 88th
year.
He had been in failing health for some time but only within
the past two weeks had his condition become serious. His death was attributed
to infirmities incident to advanced age.
Mr. Lemmon made his home in Wheeling for nearly 30 years,
going there from
During the time of his residence in
He was born in
During
the time he resided in
Surviving are three daughters and five sons. They are: Mrs.
H.W. Best of Wheeling; Mrs. George M. Towle of Sardis; Mrs. R.P. Tillery of
Pittsburg; Frank M. Lemmon of Chicage, Ill.; Charles B. Lemmon and Harry Lemmon
of Pittsburg; Fred K. Lemmon of Los Angeles, Calif.; and Clark W. Lemmon of
Wheeling. He also leaves eight grandchildren; Misses Betty K. and Geraldine
Lemmon, Cecil C. and Harry W. Lemmon, Misses Kathryn E. and Josephine Best and
Jack Beavers.
Funeral services were held on Tuesday afternoon at the
Bertschy Memorial Mortuary in
Spirit of Democracy,
Death of Glen Beardmore
A third death in the Asher Beardmore family within a three
week period occurred Wednesday evening, January 16th when Glen
Beardmore aged 17 passed to the Great Beyond. Another son Denzel, aged 22 was
the first to die followed by the mother one week later. The other members of
the family were seriously ill, but have nearly recovered. The triple deaths
within so brief a period of time in which family ties have been so irreparably
severed, is a matter of unusual regret and those bereft have the sincere
sympathy of everyone in their great loss.
Glen was a fine lad and his absence from the family circle
and the community will be keenly felt. Besides his father, he is survived by
two brothers,
Funeral services were held Thursday afternoon at
Spirit of Democracy,
J.F. Buchanan and Daughter Killed
Woodsfield friends regret to learn of the tragic death of
J.F. Buchanan and daughter Mrs. Freeda Deem in an auto-trolley wreck AT East
Liverpool Wednesday of last week. Mr. Buchanan was a real estate and insurance
broker and formerly conducted the Buchanan Bargain Store in Woodsfield,
removing from this city to that place about thirteen years ago. He was an elder
in the Wellsville Church of Christ. Besides his wife, he leaves the following
children: Mrs. J.E. Keyser; Mrs. A.C. Bailey; Merril, Avery and Miss Lenore
Buchanan of
Mr.
Buchanan was at the wheel it is said when the crash came at a street
intersection. He sustained a fractured skull, Mrs. Deem dying the following day
from injuries.
McCaslin, Andrew F. McCaslin (see 2nd obit below)
Spirit of Democracy,
Andrew F. McCaslin, aged 74, well known
One
son, Charles C. McCaslin and one daughter Mrs. Catherine Fleahman, both of
Woodsfield survive. James McCaslin, a brother, resides at Shadyside.
Short services were held at the Fleahman home at 1:00
o’clock Sunday and the remains taken to the Laings Presbyterian Church where
concluding services were conducted. Burial was made in the
Spirit of Democracy,
Mrs. Elizabeth Eberle, aged 90, pioneer and estimable
Mrs. Eberle was a good woman and her four score and ten
years of living has enriched the lives of those with whom she came in contact.
Her many kindly acts will long be remembered.
Rev. John F. Cash was in charge of brief services at the
late home Tuesday noon and the remains were taken to Asberry Chapel in
Spirit of Democracy,
Funeral services were held at the M.E. Church Saturday morning
for Mrs. Fred Higgs, age 21, who died at her home at Warwood Thursday,[Jan.12,
1929] after a few days illness of flu-pneumonia. Services were in charge of
Rev. Nichols of Warwood. Interment was in
The deceased was a member of the Warwood Christian Church
and was a true Christian girl.
She is survived by her husband, a twenty-months old son,
her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Everett Riley and two brothers, Robert and Myers.
The Riley family is well known here. They formerly lived on
a farm near
Spirit of Democracy,
John Mobberly, of Pleasant Ridge, near Graysville, died at
his home Monday night [Jan. 21, 1929] of pneumonia following an illness of
influenza.
Mr. Mobberly was about 50 years of age. Besides his widow
he is survived by the following children; Leonard of Pleasant Ridge; Clifford
of Stafford; John Milton and Dorothy of the home; Dorothy is seriously ill with
influenza.
The following brothers and sisters survive; Prof. Forrest
Mobberly of Linsly Institute, Wheeling; William of Clendonald, Alberta, Canada;
Elmer of Pleasant Ridge; Mrs. Belle Miller of Harlem, Mont.; Mrs. Jane Green of
West Rushville, Ohio; Mrs. Libbie Anderson of Graysville; E.M. Mobberly of
Jerusalem. Foster Mobberly of Woodsfield is a nephew.
Funeral services will be held Thursday at 1:00 p.m. with
interment at
Spirit of Democracy,
Funeral services for Richard Dawson were held from the late
home Wednesday afternoon with Rev. Bennett of the
He is survived by his widow and some distant relatives.
Spirit of Democracy,
Debroah Myers, wife of Monroe Myers, whom many will
remember as living here many years, died at the home of her son Frank at Neffs,
and was brought to Neuhart Church for burial, Rev. J.L. Baker of this place
officiating.
Buskkirk,
Dennis Buskirk, 2nd obit
Spirit of Democracy,
In this paper last week, a brief mention was made of the
death of Dennis Buskirk, its former editor and manager. In like simplicity, in
compliance with his own desire and that of his aged companion, do we want to
write simply and plainly of one who was born, served, achieved and died, the
epitome of the life of man.
To men and women who are past middle age, present or former
residents of
Mr. Buskirk was born near Round Bottom on January 4, 1852,
a son of Oliphant and Sarah Buskirk and was the last surviving member of his
family. The late Dr. N.P. Buskirk of Round Bottom was a brother. On July 2,
1866, he walked into Woodsfield and asked for a job at The Spirit office, the
paper being then owned by Jere Williams and Henry West. A search of the next
two issues does not reveal that his advent was considered important enough to
mention as it was thought that this shy, awkward country boy would not last
long. And perhaps it is not to much to say that Abraham Lincoln on his first
appearance in
Other employees came and went, editors came and went but he
was a fixture and gradually was promoted from one responsibility to another.
For fifty-three and a half years he was with the paper,
becoming its editor in 1907 when it was incorporated as The Spirit of Democracy
Printing
In November 1871, he was united in marriage to Miss Mattie
Murphy, daughter of Benjamin and Mary Murphy. Their entire married life was
spent in Woodsfield, their home always on the same lot where the present
residence stands. One son, Willie, was born to them but he died at the age of 9
years in 1881.
Mr. Buskirk’s death occurred on Tuesday, January 15 at his
home following a few days serious illness from complications incident to the
advanced age of 77 years and 11 days. Funeral services were held at the home on
Thursday in charge of his pastor Rev. John Fleming Cash, of the Methodist
Episcopal Church. Both the religious services and those of the I.O.O.F. Lodge
were characterized by simplicity and brevity. He had been a faithful member of
both the church and Lodge for over forty years. Interment was made in the
family lot in
Mr. Buskirk had his limitations and weaknesses and none
knew them better or regretted them more than he did. But he practiced
principals of strict honesty and his word once given was good as a bond. He
gave his life in service through his paper and its files contains thousands of
kind comments on achievements and interests of
Among those from a distance in attendance at the funeral
were: Mrs. Robert Tilton of
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sincerely do I wish to thank our neighbors and friends for the many
considerations and kindnesses shown us during the illness and at the time of
death of my dear husband, Dennis Buskirk.
Mrs. Mattie Buskirk
Spirit of Democracy,
Mrs. Elizabeth Pfalzgrah was born in
She was confirmed and joined the Evangelical Church of
Middle Church at the age of 14. On February 5, 1865 the family moved to
In 1856 she was united in marriage to Gottlieb Eberle. To
this union were born nine daughters and three sons. Of these, six daughters and
the husband preceded her in death. She leaves to mourn her sad departure, three
daughters, besides a host of other relatives and friends.
She was always happy when she could help someone, denying
herself to give to others in need.
The surviving brothers and sisters are Louis Pfalzgraf of
near Parkersburg, W.Va.; George
Pfalzgraf of Lewisville; Mrs. Christina Brownfield of Antioch; Mrs. Eva
Christman of Lewisville R.1; and Mrs. Louise Keylor of Woodsfield R.2. The six
surviving children are; Geo. Eberle of Scottdale, Pa.; Mrs. John Gillespie and
Mrs. E.C. Beall of Woodsfield; John and Louis Eberle of Beallsville R.3; and
Mrs. John Erlewine of Marion, Indiana.
Services were conducted at the home of her daughter, Mrs.
J.H. Gillespie Tuesday noon by Rev. J.F. Cash of Woodsfield, also short
services were conducted at Asbury Chapel where she was laid to rest.
Among those from a distance in attendance at the funeral
are: Mrs. Christina Brownfield and son Frank of Antioch; George Pfalzgraf and
two daughters of Lewisville; Mr. and Mrs. Sam Christman and Mr. and Mrs. George
Christman of Woodsfield R.3; Mr. and Mrs. Geo. Eberle of Scottdale, Pa.; John
Goodhart of Summerfield R.1. The last two named are nieces of the deceased.
Not now, but in the coming years
It may be in a
We’ll read the meaning of our tears
And there sometime
we’ll understand.
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desire to express our thanks to all our neighbors and friends for their help
and expressions of kindness during the sickness and at the time of death of our
dear Mother. The Family of Elizabeth
Eberle
Haueter, Felix Haueter, 2nd obit
Spirit of Democracy,
Felix Haueter was born in Steffisburg Canton Bern,
Switzerland, on December 31, 1846. Early in his life he was bereft of his
parents and was obliged to make his living among strangers. He was the youngest
of a family of twelve children.
In 1871 he came to this country and soon became a citizen.
For several years he worked in northern
In Susanna Berger he found a true, devoted Christian
companion and on January 17, 1877 they were happily married. God blessed this
union with two children.
For several years after being married he continued to go
north during the summer, since work was more plentiful there, and he was eager
to provide for a family. Then they bought a farm near
When the son was called by God to go into the ministry they
again gladly brought the sacrifice and retired from farm life, moving to the
In 1878 he united with the German M. E. Church at
Five years ago his life companion preceded him to the
Heavenly Home and he felt the loss keenly after sharing joy and sorrow together
for forty-six years. But his children, especially Miss Lena became a great
comfort to him.
This beautiful life came to an earthy end on January 12,
1929 at 12 o’clock midnight. He continues to live in the lives who knew him.
His illness lasted but three days and his son from
He leaves Miss Lena of the home and Rev. O.E. Haueter of
Spirit of Democracy,
Isaac W. Pryor, son of Euphronius and Susan Pryor, was born
near the
On September 24, 1874 he was united in marriage with Rachel
A. McFrederick and to this union four children were born. One of these preceded
him to the grave in infancy.
Mr. Pryor united with the
While we are bowed with grief to that which is inevitable
the gloom should disperse and the scene change at the thought that he has
answered the call “Come up Higher.” “For blessed are the dead which die in the
Lord from hence forth, yea saith the spirit that they may rest from labor and
their works do follow them.”
Besides his widow he leaves to mourn his sad departure two
sons, Lawrence and Elmer of Kenmore; one daughter, Mrs. Carrie Haught of Paris,
Ohio; two sisters, Miss Elizabeth Pryor of Woodsfield and Mrs. Anna Farnesworth
of Ashland. Eleven grand-children, 6 great-grandchildren and a host of other
relatives and friends who survive him.
Dearest Father, sweet and fair,
Fond object of your
children’s care;
Death did break the casket pore,
To let your spirit
upward soar.
While we must perish as the flower
That fades and dies
to bloom no more;
The sweetest flower beyond the tomb
Remains in one
eternal bloom.
Its gates are pearl, eternal bloom
Smiles on our home
beyond the tomb;
Rivers of life there ever flow
Purer than flakes
of the following snow.
There are no aches, nor tears, nor sighs
In our sweet home
in paradise;
It shines with bright celestial light,
God and the Lamb
exclude the night.
This is the home for you and me.
Spirit of Democracy,
Juliette Walton Wilson, the daughter of Jeremiah and
Margaret Walton was born December 10, 1858 at
She was the tenth child of a family of eleven children, all
of whom have preceded her to the Great Beyond except two sisters, Mrs. Margaret
Weber of
She was a kind wife, a loving mother and always interested
in the welfare of her home. She bore her illness patiently and we bow in humble
submission to God who loves us all with everlasting love redeeming us by the
precious blood of Christ.
Funeral services were conducted at the home at 10:00
o’clock Monday morning, Jan. 7, by the Rev. Arthur B. Mercer of the M.E. Church
of New Matamoras.
Spirit of Democracy,
Mrs. C. J. Riley, aged 77, estimable citizen, succumbed to
infirmities at the home of her daughter, Mrs. W.P. Galbrath on
Surviving are her husband and four children; Mrs. C.H.
Holswade of Spencer, W.Va.; Thomas C. of New York City; J.C. of Los Angeles;
and Mrs. W.P. Galbraith of Woodsfield.
Brief services were conducted at the Galbraith home
Wednesday afternoon by Rev. J. F. cash and the remains taken to the late Riley
home at New Matamoras where concluding services will be held Thursday
afternoon. The remains will be laid to rest in the cemetery at
Spirit of Democracy,
Mrs. Mary King died at her home near
Funeral services were held from the home of her daughter,
Mrs. O.A. Milhoan at
She is survived by two daughters and four sons; Mrs. Lucas
of Bethesda; Mrs. O.A. Milhoan of New Castle; Jack of Hunter; Alfred and Dallas
of New Castle and Leonard of Beallsville.
Her husband and one daughter preceded her in death.
Spirit of Democracy,
Mrs. Priscilla Decker died Thursday at the home of her
grandson, Ora Decker on Beallsville route. Death was due to infirmities of old
age.
Funeral services were held Saturday afternoon with
interment in the cemetery at
Spirit of Democracy,
Word has been received of the death of John Lewis Kimpton
at his home in
Spirit of Democracy,
Mrs. Albert King of
Spirit of Democracy,
John A. Noll, aged 83 years passed away at his home Sunday
at 1 o’clock after a short illness of influenza and infirmities.
His
wife preceded him ten years ago and he is survived by four children; Mark of
the home; Orville of New Martinsville; Attorney R.M. Noll of
Funeral services were conducted at his late
home on Tuesday afternoon by Rev. H.W. Hales and interment was in the family
lot in The Emma Grove Cemetery. There were beautiful floral tributes.
Relatives from out of town attending
the funeral were: Mr. and Mrs. Fred Noll and children; Orville Noll of New
Martinsville; Robert Noll of
Spirit of Democracy,
Christian Walters, a life long resident of
He leaves to mourn his loss three brothers and two sisters,
Nicholas of Shadyside; Sam of Clarington; William of Powhatan; Carrie Zessiger
and May Nicholas of Cleveland.
He was united in marriage to Lucinda Jane Caldwell
September 25, 1881, who preceded him to the Great Beyond May 2, 1926. To this
union were born 8 children; three departed this life in early childhood and
Carrie Walters Carpenter, March 1, 1920. Those surviving are Lulu Carpenter of
Powhatan; Retta Carle of Beallsville; Fern Rothenbuhler of Cameron; Emory at
home; sixteen grandchildren and a host of relatives and friends.
He was a kind and loving father, a splendid neighbor, a man
who loved to see his friends happy and prosperous.
In early life he became a member of the
“The dear Lord’s best interpreters,
Are humble,
human souls;
The gospel of a life
like his
Is more than
books or scrolls.
Spirit of Democracy,
Mrs. Martha Robinson, aged 73 years, died Sunday January
20, at her home in Summerfield, death resulting from complications following a
fractured hip suffered last fall. She was the widow of the late John K.
Robinson, well known in southeastern
She is survived by the following children; Forrest of
London, O.; Mrs. Harry Snyder of Mechanicsburg; Clyde and Ramey of Stafford;
George of Dexter City; Mrs. Iva Masters of the home; Mrs. Wilburt Franklin and
Mrs. Swazey Dotson of Summerfield and R.R. Robinson of Summerfield.
The deceased was a daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Richard Gibson
and had spent her entire life in this community. She had been a member of the
Swazey M.E. Church since youth and retained membership although residing in
Summerfield for the past few years. Following brief services at the home
Tuesday afternoon the body was taken to the
Spirit of Democracy,
Andrew Fulton McCaslin was born February 3, 1855 and died
January 18, 1929, being at the time of his death 73 years, 11 months and 15
days of age. He was the son of John and Jane McCaslin, being one of the ten
children, all preceding him in death but one brother. He grew to manhood on the
farm near Laings where he was born.
In the year 1876 he was united in marriage to Margaret
Clegg. After marriage they began housekeeping on a farm near Altitude,
The Death Angel again visited his home in 1912 and took
from him his beloved wife and helpmate after which he spent the remainder of
his life with his daughter, Mrs. Katherine Fleahman of Woodsfield.
In early youth he gave his heart to God and united with the
Presbyterian Church of Laings remaining a member until death.
All that loving hands and medical aid could do toward
alleviating his suffering was in vain.
He leaves to mourn his death, one son and one daughter,
Charles and Katherine of Woodsfield; one brother James of Shadyside; three
grandchildren and three great-grandchildren besides a number of other relatives
and friends.
Funeral services were held at the late home and final
obsequies at the Presbyterian Church at Laings on Sunday, January 20, in charge
of Rev. G.E. Henderson of Beallsville. Interment in the
Mr. McCaslin was modest in disposition, and friendly by
nature. His home was one of kindly hospitality and is happily remembered by
many of our older citizens.
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desire to express our sincere appreciation of the many kindnesses shown us by
neighbors and friends during the illness and at the time of the death of our
dear father, Andrew McCaslin. Mrs. Katherine Fleahman, Charles C. McCaslin
Spirit of Democracy,
In Memory of Dennis Buskirk
who died January 15, 1929
“ So let him sleep that dreamless sleep,
Our sorrows clustering around his head;
He lives with God—he is not dead.”
Be comforted, ye loved who weep.
Once again Death hath summoned a Brother Odd Fellow, and
the golden gateway to the
AND WHEREAS, The all-wise and merciful Father has called
our beloved and respected Brother home,
AND WHEREAS, He having been a true and faithful Brother of
our Mystic Order, therefore be it
RESOLVED, That Woodsfield Lodge No. 377 I.O.O.F.,
Green be his memory, in the Order’s heart
He loved so well, through all his true life’s span
Blessed be his rest, who acted well his part
Who honor’d God in doing good to man.
M.M.
McCOMAS
E.L. LYNCH
R.M.
GRAHAM
Committee
Thomas, Lucy Thomas nee Stevens, 2nd obit
Spirit of Democracy,
Mrs. Lucy Thomas, aged 75 years, died Friday evening,
January 19, at her home four miles north of Summerfield, after a lingering
illness of rheumatism. She was a daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Samuel
Stevens and had been a lifelong resident of this place. She was a member of the
Palestine Christian Church for a number of years and was highly respected by
all who knew her.
In addition to her husband, she is survived by one
foster-daughter, Mrs. H. M. Guiler of
Funeral services were held Sunday afternoon at the home and
burial was made in the
Spirit of Democracy,
The sympathy of the community is extended to Mr. and Mrs.
C. E. Yockey in the death of their first born, a son, Tuesday.[sic-Monday]
Brief services were held at the late home Tuesday afternoon
and burial was made in
[ Stillborn, unnamed, d. Jan.
28, 1929]
Spirit of Democracy,
Mrs. Anna Blanche Warfield, 54, died Friday afternoon at
1:30 o’clock at the
Surviving are her husband Charles Warfield; five sons,
Roscoe, Louis and Ward of Barnesville; Alden and Elden of Steubenville, Ohio;
six daughters, Mrs. Elsie Creighton of Barnesville; Mrs. Dortha Gearling of
Wheeling; and Mildred, Helen and Mary at home; her mother Mrs. Telitha Stewart
of Canton and two sisters, Mrs. Lon Beyers of Indian Valley, Idaho and Mrs.
Emma Phillips of Barnesville.
The body was removed to the McCoy Funeral Home on
Fifteenth-st., and later sent to the family home in Barnesville. Funeral
services were conducted there Monday afternoon with Rev. W.C. Patterson of the
Spirit of Democracy,
John A. Noll, aged 82 years, well known in the
Mr. Noll was born at
Mrs. Noll, who was Miss Virginia A. Thompson, died eight
years ago, after which the deceased lived on the farm with his son, Mark Noll.
Surviving are three sons and a daughter; R.M. Noll of
Funeral services were held at the home on Tuesday at 3:00
p.m. Interment was made in
Spirit of Democracy,
Edward Wagner, one of
Mr. Wagner had survived an attack of influenza, contracted
last December 28, and developing into bronical pneumonia, only to succumb to a
break-down suffered only a few days ago. He died at 12:15 o’clock. He was in
his seventy-third year.
At one time Mr. Wagner operated in
He had lived in
Keen business
ability and a most modern method of conducting his steadily expanding trade
accounted in great measure for his unusual success. The large new building at
the corner of
In April 1928, the
wholesale grocery firm was discontinued and Mr. Wagner organized the Edward
Wagner Fireproof Storage Company.
He was united in
marriage October 15, 1878 with Miss Louisa Martin of
Mr. Wagner had been a staunch member of
Surviving in addition to his wife are two son, Edward F.
and Ralph A. Wagner, both of Wheeling and four daughters; Mrs. Edward A. Mauery
of Clarington, Ohio; Miss Rena M. Wagner at home and Mrs. Paul E. Robertson and
Mrs. Frank E. Poindexter of Wheeling. Remaining also are six grandchildren;
three brothers, Charles F. and William J. Schaffer, of Gainsville, Fla., and Everett F. Schaffer
of Paden City, W.Va., and five sisters;
Mrs. Jacob J. Rothlesberger and Mrs. Edward A. Oneacre, both of New
Martinsville; Mrs. William Walters and Mrs. Fred Jenny of Clarington and Mrs.
L.D. Mayhall of Cleveland.
Funeral services were held at 2:30 o’clock Saturday
afternoon at his late residence,
Spirit of Democracy,
William Jacob Davies of South of Bethesda died Friday, Jan.
18, of pneumonia following a case of influenza.
He was born near
In 1881 he was married to Ida M. Armstrong of
They are James Davies of
The funeral services were conducted Monday afternoon, Jan.
21 at Mt. Horeb Church, Rev. W.C. Patterson of Bethesda officiating. The widow
and two sons were not able to attend on account of sickness.
Spirit of Democracy,
The death of Miss Emily Virginia Strickler, 62, better
known to her many friends as “Aunt Jane,” occurred at the home of Mr. and Mrs.
A. G. Ross of
Death was attributed to heart trouble, the deceased having
been ill from that disease for the past seven weeks.
Miss Strickler was a member of the
Surviving her are two sisters-in-law, Mrs. Dean Strickler
of Shadyside and Mrs. Anna Strickler of Coshocton, also the following nephews;
Charles W., of Ozark; Earl of Maryland; Alfred of Chester, Pa; Ray of Neffs and
J. Bert Strickler of Bellaire, also Isaac Hammond of Wheeling, in addition to
many other relatives and friends.
The funeral was held from Grafton, Bauknecht, Mellott
Funeral Home Thursday afternoon at 3:00 o’clock, Rev. Joseph B. Edie, pastor of
the
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Elisha Dillon, deceased, son of Henry and Sarah Jane
Dillon, was born May 29, 1881 and departed this life Jan. 8, 1929, a victim of
influenza and pneumonia. He was at the time of his death 47 years, 7 months and
9 days old.
He leaves to mourn their loss his beloved wife Bessie, one
daughter, Eunice and one son, Carl Henry; also his aged father, three brothers;
Daniel D., Charles Mason and Clarence; two sisters; Eunice Juanita Cline of
Akron and Carrie Jane Cline of Graysville and many other relatives and friends.
He joined the Christian Union Church at Low Gap in 1906 and
has strived to make his life correspond with his profession. “Lash” as we all
called him was a kind and loving husband and father, a true friend to all and
will be sadly missed by the community, his neighbors and all who knew him.
Funeral services were held at the home January 10th, Rev. Arthur
Weddle officiating. Interment was made in
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desire to thank our friends and relatives for their many deeds of kindness and
sympathy shown us during the sickness and at the time of the death of our dear
husband and father. Bessie Dillon and
Children
Spirit of Democracy,
Once more the Death Angel has visited our vicinity and
taken from our midst Johnnie Jacob, son of Mr. and Mrs. E.T. Grossenbacher of
near Rittman. Johnnie was born on October 18, 1926 and died January 10, 1929,
aged 2 years, 2 months and 22 days.
He leaves to mourn, his sorrowful parents; three brothers;
three sisters and a host of relatives and friends. One younger brother was
called on December 24 last, and one brother and one sister have preceded him in
death. His little lingering life was short but sweet and loving to all like a
little rosebud sent to bloom on earth and then be called to Heaven.
His death was caused by a complications of diseases
lasting two weeks. His struggle was a
hard but futile one. Johnnie was a good child during his entire illness. All
that loving hands could do was done to relieve his suffering.
Funeral services were held at the
Dearest Johnnie, thou hast left us,
And thy little
voice is still;
But thy little feet are treading
On that golden
shining.
The Golden Gates were open,
A gentle voice said
“Come”
And with farewell unspoken,
He calmly entered
home. E.R.B.
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parents wish to express their sincere appreciation to all their neighbors and
friends who so kindly assited them during the sickness and at the time of the
death of their beloved son, Johnnie Jacob. Mr.
and Mrs. E.T. Grossenbacher and Family
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Mrs. Albert King of
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Mrs. Madison Smith, aged 69, died Friday at her home near
Edwina. Besides her husband, she is survived by two children; Herman of
Wheeling and Edith of the home.
Funeral services were held Sunday at the Hartshorn Church
of Christ conducted by Rev. H.H. Adamson of Woodsfield.
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Valentine Shaw was born Oct. 11, ?, being 76 years, 3
months and 20 days old. He was the son of John and Lydia Shaw, being one of
three children-the only survivor being Theresa; Thomas Jefferson Shaw, the
other brother preceding him in death.
Deceased was born in Salem-twp., but came to Green-twp with
his parents, where he grew to manhood. He was a carpenter and expert
wood-worker by trade and served his customers faithfully until infirmities
prevented. Many homes contain mute evidence of his skill and handicraft. He was
never happier than when working on some article intended to promote the
happiness and comfort of others.
After the death of his parents he made his home with his
sister, Mrs. Theresa Coplan, of near Laings, who cared for him tenderly in his
declining years and last illness, “A friend in need is a friend indeed.”
Although he had been in declining health for some time his
sufferings were patiently borne. He always had a kind word for everyone. In
early youth he united with the
Besides his sister, Mrs. Coplan, he leaves a number of
other relatives and friends.
Another home is sad, another chair is vacant. Valentine has
gone to his home above—a home prepared by the Master Carpenter. His work on
earth is ended.
Services were held at the
Spirit of Democracy,
Woodsfield friends are in receipt of word of the death of
Mrs. Geo. Troutman, death occurring at River Junction,
Beside her husband, she leaves one son Clyde, of
Mrs. Troutman is kindly remembered by many Woodsfield
friends, the Troutman family being prominent Woodsfield citizens for many years
prior to their removal to the West.
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John F. Booth, former special examiner for the U.S.
Pensioon[sic] Bureau, died Sunday at his home in Columbus,
Funeral services were held at the home Tuesday afternoon
and interment was made in
Mr. Booth had been a resident of
He is survived by his wife, Mrs. Nettie T. Booth, a
daughter; Mrs. George W. Eikleberry, whose husband is assistant to President
Geo. W. Rightmire of Ohio State University; three brothers; Hon. W.H. Booth of
Graysville; L.A. Booth of Summerfield; Clata Booth of Sedalia, Mo.’ Two
sisters; Mrs. Lucinda Cline of Graysville and Mrs. Jane Garard of Woodsfield.
Among those from
Mrs. Booth was well known in
Spirit of Democracy,
Maria Dana Riley, wife of C. T. Riley, M.D., of New
Matamoras, O., died at
Her grandfather was Deacon William Dana, one of the early settlers
of Newport and her great grandfather was Capt. William Dana of Amherst, Mass.,
who was born in Cambridge, Mass., Sept. 29, 1745, and was one of the first
soldiers at Concord, commanded a company of artillery at Bunker Hill, took part
in the battles of King’s Bridge and White Plains, New York and served through
the Revolution.
In November 28, 1770 he married Mary Bancroft, daughter of
George Bancroft and Mary Atherton, whose father was an officer under George IV.
Of this union there were eleven children. In 1789 he with his family moved from
Through Capt. William Dana, Maria Dana Riley traced her
descent directly to Richard Dana, a native of France, a French Hugenot, who
fled to
Maria Dana Riley, like her illustratious great grandmother
Mary Bancroft Dana, was a noble and courageous soul. She was educated in
She and her husband are members of the
Funeral services were held at the Galbraith home in
Woodsfield on Wednesday afternoon, conducted by Rev. John Fleming Cash, of the
Methodist Episcopal Church. Later in that day the body was taken to the late
home in New Matamoras and on Thursday final obsequies were conducted by Rev.
Benford, pastor of the
Spirit of Democracy,
Funeral services were held from
Mr. Heiniger was a native of
Spirit of Democracy,
Sylvia E., daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Oliver West, was born
in
On Sept. 6, 1904 she was united in marriage to Asher D.
Beardmore. To them six children were born. The baby boy Emmett was born July
16, 1918 and died February 28, 1922, at the age of 3 years, 7 months and 12
days. Denzel (who preceded his mother in death one week) was born August 7,
1906 and died at the home in Woodsfield, December 30, 1928. Denzel began to
obey his Savior when sixteen years of age and was baptized at
Mrs. Beardmore , also leaves three children; Oliver of
Wheeling;
Mrs. Beardmore died in Woodsfield January 7, 1929 and was
buried in the family lot with her three boys in the
The funerals of Mrs. Beardmore, Denzel and Glenn were all
conducted by H.H. Adamson from the Plainview Church of Christ.
Touching each of these who have gone to the “far away home
of the soul” I believe we can justly say, “Blessed are the dead who die in the
Lord.”
May the dark shadow of death that has fallen so heavily
upon this once united happy home serve to urge and keep us all nearer the cross
than we ever before have lived. “May the Lamb that is in the midst of the
threne guide us into fountains of living waters of life; where God shall wipe
away every tear from our eyes.”
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in a formal way but in a sincere and most earnest grateful way do we desire to
express the deep gratitude that we feel in our hearts to all the kind neighbors
and friends for every thoughtful ministry rendered during the sickness and
death of our precious loved ones. We highly prize the floral offerings, the
many expressions of love and sympathy from absent friends and the comfort and
help of those near by. May the Lord reward you all. A. D. Beardmore and Family
Spirit of Democracy,
The death of Mr. George Burkhart, an aged citizen and Civil
War veteran, occurred at his home on
The deceased was born near Miltonsburg, April 2, 1846, and
on June 10, 1869 he was married to Elizabeth Hunkler who passed away in
November 1915. To this union fourteen children were born, eight of whom are
living. They are; Mrs. Anna Snook of Chicago; Mrs. Josephine Ferrell, Miss
Clara Burkhart, Newark, N.J.; William Burkhart, Washington; Mrs. Agnes McFadden
of East Pittsburgh; Mrs. Catherine Warner of Caldwell; Francis Burkhart of
Donora, Pa.; Mrs. Margaret Damsel of Barnesville. He also leaves one sister and
one brother; Mrs. Barbara Hunkler, Barnesville; Adam Burkhart, Woodsfield.
Mr. Burkhart was a member of the G.A.R. having enlisted in
On December 12, 1916 Mr. Burkhart married Mrs. Katherine
Tschappat of
Funeral services were held at the Church of the Assumption
on Friday morning where the deceased was a devout member and worshiped there as
long as he was able to attend. Burial was made in the
Spirit of Democracy,
Mrs. Esther Ellen Smith, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Wm.
Shutts was born June 12, 1859. After a lingering illness which she bore with
Christian patience she passed to her reward from her home near
On January 30, 1879 she was united in marriage to James
Madison Smith. Three children were born to them; Herman Smith of
In the bloom of young womanhood Mrs. Smith confessed her
Saviour and was baptized by Bro. Dunn. For nearly fifty years she humbly tried
to follow in the footsteps of Him who said, “ I am the Way, the Truth and the
Life.” From what we hear on every hand regarding the life of this excellent
woman we are led to say with Solomon: “Give her of the fruit of her hands and
let her own works praise her in the gates.”
The funeral services in charge of H.H. Adamson were
conducted from the late home and also from the
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desire to thank publicly our neighbors and friends and all who expressed and
showed sympathy by flowers or words or service during the illness and at the
time of the death of our dear wife and mother, Mrs. Esther Ellen Smith. We are
deeply grateful. Madison Smith and
Family
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John Haren, Sr. of Maple-ave.,Woodsfield, died early
Wednesday morning at the
The body will be brought to the home at Woodsfield this
Wednesday afternoon. Funeral services will be held Friday morning at 9:00
o’clock at St. Sylvester’s Church, in charge of his pastor Rev. J. B. Donahie.
He is survived by his widow, two sons and five daughters
and scores of friends who regret to learn of his death.
Spirit of Democracy,
Death of Bishop Henderson
Dr. Theodore S. Henderson, Bishop of the Cincinnati Area of
The Methodist Episcopal Church, covering
Bishop Henderson was 60 years of age and was known for his
great evangelistic work. Even during his illness he saw his secretary daily and
his last words were “Go ahead with the plans I have made.”
Funeral services will be held on Thursday and they will be
in charge of Bishop William F. McDowell. Ministers from all parts of the area
will attend the funeral.
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Joseph Broom, aged 66, well known and respected
Funeral services are incomplete, but will probably be held
Thursday in charge of Rev. Melvin Yoho and burial made in the cemetery at
Warner,
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Joseph Broom was born July 16, 1862 at
He leaves to mourn his sad departure four sons, Charles H.
of
Short funeral services were held at the home of his son
Charles at
Mr. Broom suffered great pain but he was very patient until
the death angel relieved him. He expressed his willingness to go as soon as God
wanted him.
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desire in this way to thank the
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Mrs. Eleanor Jane Devaul, aged 77, died at her home at
Spirit of Democracy,
Mrs. Eleanor Jane Devaul, daughter of Cyrus and Melissa Edgar
was born July 1, 1852 and died February 10, 1929 at the age of 76 years, 7
months and 9 days.
On March 24, 1875 she was united in marriage with John T.
Duvall and to this union one daughter was born.
She leaves to mourn her sad departure, a husband, one
daughter, Mrs. William Billiter of
Mrs. Duvall was a member of the Antioch Christian Church
since a young girl and has remained a faithful member until her death.
Funeral services were held in the Antioch Christian Church
with Rev. J.L. Baker in charge, and interment made in the
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desire to express our appreciation for the many kindnesses shown us by our
neighbors and friends during the sickness and at the time of the death of our
dear wife and mother. John T. Duvall and
Daughter
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James D. Nesbitt, aged 67 years, died at the
Mr. Nesbitt was a
son of James and Caroline Nesbitt and was born at
The church of his
choice not being located in
On February 11th,
the body was brought to his late home where funeral services were conducted the
next day at 2:00 p.m. by the rev. G.F. Bauer, pastor of the First Presbyterian
Church of Sistersville,
Interment was made
in the family lot at
Spirit of Democracy,
John T. Mobberly was born March 5, 1878 and departed this
life Jan. 21, 1929, being at the time of his death, 50 years, 10 months and 16
days old. He was united in marriage to Eva L. Orange, May 8, 1897. To this
union were born five children; Edith, Leonard, Clifford, Dorothy and john
Milton.
All survive except Edith, who preceded him to the Great
Beyond 32 years ago. He also leaves to mourn his departure; two granddaughters,
Ruth Ellen and Ivalou Mobberly; four brothers, Milton of Jerusalem; Elmer of
Sycamore Valley; William of Claudonald, Alberta, Canada; Forrest of Wheeling,
W.Va.; four sisters are still living; Belle of Harlam, Montana; Lydia of
Graysville; Jane of West Rushville, Ohio and Nevada of Graysville. One sister,
Hulda preceded him years ago. He is also survived by a host of other relatives
and friends.
He became a member of the
Dear one, thou hast left us,
A voice for e’er is stilled;
There is a vacancy in our
home
Which never can be filled.
His singing for e’er is
ended,
His prayers no more will be;
But in the mansion up above
We hope to spend eternity.
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We desire to extend our sincere thanks to the Brethren and Sisters in the
church, friends and neighbors who administered to us during the sickness and
death of our loved one-Mrs. Eva Mobberly and Children
Spirit of Democracy,
Lawrence Clyde Dillon was born March 31, 1928 and departed
this life January 24 at
The remains were brought to
He leaves to mourn his sad loss one brother Eugene and a
little sister Eileen.
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I desire in this way to thank the ladies for their fine singing, Rev. Weddle
for his consoling words, and Mr. Haudenschild, for their kindness shown me at
the time of the death of my dear son-Clinton
E. Dillon
Spirit of Democracy,
Enos Reight was born in the year 1858 and died January 10,
1929, being at the time of his death 70 years, 10 months and 23 days of age.
He leaves to mourn his death, his widow, three sons and one
daughter as follows: Martin and William Reight of
Mr. Reight was a man of many fine qualities and will be
greatly missed by his many friends far and near.
The funeral services were held at the
Dearest father, you have left
us,
And thy loss we deeply feel,
But tis God who has bereft us
He can all our sorrows heal.
Father how we miss the
footsteps
And the voice we loved so well,
And the loving words of
kindness
Miss them, oh, no tongue can tell.
But we’ll have to do without
thee,
Do without thee, precious one;
So we’ll try to bear it
gently
We must say God’s will be done.
A
FRIEND L.G.M.
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James Brown was born Apr. 23, 1846 in
He first married Martha Earley, who died January 18, 1902.
To this union four daughters were born, two of whom are now living, Mrs. H.H.
Beardmore and Mrs. E.H. Dillon of
About February 15, 1906 James Brown married his second
wife, Tillie Teeman Brown, who passed away July 6, 1923.
On October 28, 1924 he married Miss Tillie Henthorn who
survives him.
Mr. Brown’s death occurred on Thursday, January 24, after a
few days serious illness, at the age of 83 years, 9 months and 1 day.
He was a life long member of the
Funeral services were held in the Christian Church
conducted by his pastor Rev. A.B. Mercer. The American Legion conducted a
military funeral. Taps were sounded by Ollie Miracle.
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Mary Edith Smith was born August 17, 1894 in
She was united in marriage to James Thomas Smith on January
30, 1912. To this union were born ten children. Two departed this life in
infancy. She leaves to mourn her loss, her husband and eight children; David
R., Raymond W., Mary F., Grethel L., James E., Lee Roy, Helen L., Maggie E.,
and Lloyd B. Smith, all of the home.
Besides her husband and family she leaves a host of
sorrowing relatives and friends.
She was a loving wife and mother and a good mother. She
united with the Christian Church at Mechanicsburg. Funeral services were held
at the Graysville Christian Church conducted by Rev. W.A. Weddle.
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D.P. Hubbard, 86, years of age, and a resident of
Mr. Hubbard came to
He is survived by his wife, Mrs. D.P. Hubbard of Evans;
four daughters; Mrs. Frank Bentley of Carr; Mrs. Eva Haven of Washington, D.C.;
Mrs. John Jones of Peyton; and Minnie Hubbard of Gilcreat; four sons; George
and J.G. of La Salle; James of Gilcrest and David of Cheyenne Wells and three
daughters and two sons by his first marriage; Mrs. Susan Brown of grand Island,
Nebraska; Mrs. Ella James of Cambridge, Ohio; Mrs. Mary Davis, of La Salle and
Leroy of Englewood and Will of Evans.
Funeral services were held at the
Spirit of Democracy,
Miss Rose Fehrenbach passed away Tuesday evening of last
week at 8:15 o’clock in the home of her sister, Mrs. W.E. Ackerman,
Miss Fehrenbach was born at Miltonsburg,
Left to mourn her passing are four sisters and four
brothers.
Funeral services were held at the home of Mrs. W.E.
Ackerman Friday morning at 3:30 o’clock following High Mass of Requiem
celebrated in St. Michael’s Church at 9 o’clock. Interment was in
Spirit of Democracy,
Mrs. John Theiss, 69, who recently removed from Woodsfield
to
Funeral services were held from the late home at
Spirit of Democracy,
Lewis Sykes passed away last week in New Martinsville in
his 84th year after a brief illness. He was a Civil War veteran and
served his country well during the long period.
Mr. Sykes lived for many years on Route 3, near Clarington,
where he raised a family of several daughters and two sons.
Funeral services and burial at New Martinsville last
Friday.
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Lewis R. Sharp, owner and publisher of the Matamoras
Enterprise, at New Matamoras,
He was forty-seven years of age and was well known in
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W. S. Preshaw, esteemed resident of
Mr. Preshaw was a native of
For years he was engaged in raising fine poultry and also
was a pioneer in the high bred rabbit industry, succeeding where many others
failed and producing unusually fine stock.
He was a splendid citizen, upright and conscientious and
possessed a sterling character which commanded for him the respect and esteem
of all with whom he came in contact and there were no better men than this
splendid citizen whose death is regretted by a large circle of friends.
Besides his widow, Louisa Preshaw, he is survived by the
following adult children; Mrs. Florence E. Schleuter of Petaluma; Mrs. Mary O.
Ott of Santa Rosa; Mrs. Mabel Lane of Redwood City and Harry Preshaw of Santa
Rosa. The members of the family were noted for their unusual devotion and the
death of the pioneer head of the family has plunged the members into deepest
sorrow. He leaves six grandchildren whom he idolized.
Mr. Preshaw with E.G. Pound of the city, organized
The above is taken from the Petauma Argus-Courier of
Spirit of Democracy,
Mrs. Elizabeth Mozena, aged sixty eight years, widow of the
late Capt. Charles Mozena passed away at her home late Friday night, Feb. 8,
after an illness of several months. A daughter, Mrs. R.F. Cain, several sisters
and one brother survive, with other relatives and many friends.
Funeral services were held at the late home Monday
afternoon at 1:30, Rev. E.A. Beale of the M.E. Church officiating. Interment in
the family lot in
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Mrs. Emily Baumberger, deceased, was born Dec. 3, 1845 and
departed this life January 24, 1929, aged 83 years, 1 month and 21 days. She
was a member of the
Funeral services were conducted by Rev. Nanna of
Moundsville, and interment was made in the family lot at Grace Chapel Saturday,
January 26. The Baumbergers were well known in eastern
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Mrs. Martha Rush, 70, died at
Funeral services were held at
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The funeral services for Charles Berger were held from the
home and
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Saturday the body of Mrs. Cecelia Dangel-Fuchs who passed
away at the home of her daughter at Rittman was laid to rest in the
Fuchs, Cecelia P. Fuchs nee DangelC 2nd obit
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Cecelia P. Fuchs, nee Dangel, was born June 24, 1854, in
Marshall County, West Virginia. About 1860, the parents moved to
She was converted in early life and united with the
For several years her health had been gradually declining.
Her last illness was of eight weeks duration. In all the experiences that life
brought she anchored her faith in Christ Jesus. Trusting him fully, she was
ready to enter the rest prepared for the people of God. She was kind and
sympathetic by nature and her Christian life strengthened these virtues. She
was cheerful and complained in all the adversities of life.
Her husband and two daughters preceded her in death. She
leaves to mourn her loss; three daughters; one son; twenty-seven grandchildren;
two sisters; one brother; besides a large number of more distant relatives and
a wide circle of friends.
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Mrs. Catherine Hines, aged 84 years, an esteemed pioneer
Woodsfield citizen, died Sunday at her
Eight children survive; Mrs. Abele, Mrs. Keller and Ed
Hines of
Funeral services were conducted by her pastor, the Rev.
J.B. Donahie at St. Sylvester’s Church Wednesday at 10 o’clock and burial made
by the side of her husband, the late Balzer Hines in
Spirit of Democracy,
Mrs. Magdalena Marshall, aged 26 years, died Monday at the
On Tuesday the body was taken to the home of her parents,
Mr. and Mrs. George Miller, 708 Vine-St. Martins Ferry and on Thursday morning
will be brought to Woodsfield for interment. Funeral services will be held at
St. Sylvester’s Church at 10:00 o’clock by the pastor, Rev. J.B. Donahie.
Interment in
Besides her parents, she is survived by her husband, Earl
Marshall and the following brothers and sisters: Mrs. Leo Burkhart of
Woodsfield; Mrs. Raymond Smith of
Many friends in Woodsfield and
Accidental Death
Spirit of Democracy,
Frank Burkhart, aged 32, former popular Woodsfield boy, now
in Bellaire, was drowned near Barton Tuesday when he was struck by a Wheeling
Traction Company car and was knocked into the raging waters of Wheeling Creek.
It is believed that he was rendered unconscious when struck, hence was unable
to save himself from drowning. The body had not been recovered late Tuesday.
Burkhart was employed by the Ohio Power Company. He was
quite prominent in athletic circles and umpired many baseball games in the
Valley. He removed with his parents from Woodsfield several years ago. His
widow and parents, Mr. and Mrs. John Burkhart and several brothers and sisters
survive. Ed. K. Burkhart of Woodsfield is a brother.
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David Schafer, 75, a native of
He has resided on a farm in
Funeral services were conducted there Monday afternoon at 2
o’clock by Rev. D.E. Shultz, pastor of the
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Luvina Christy, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Clarence Christy
was born Sept. 7, 1928 and died February 17, 1929, being at the time of her
death five months and ten days of age.
Her last illness was of short duration. She contracted
pneumonia and medical skill and tender care could prolong her life but a few
hours.
Her visit with us though short, was sweet and pleasant and
the attachment so strong that we should so suddenly be called away. Our loss is
Heaven’s gain and we are comforted by the words of our Saviour, “Suffer the
little children to come unto Me, and forbid them not for such is the
She leaves to mourn her sad loss; father, mother, one
sister, two brothers, two grandmothers, two grandfathers, one great-grandmother
and a large number of relatives and friends. One brother died in infancy about
two years ago.
Funeral services were held at Hartshorn Ridge Church of
Christ February 18, 1929 at 2:00 o’clock with Elder Earl Ward in charge.
Spirit of Democracy,
James Blazer, aged about 50 years, son of Mr. and Mrs.
David L. Blazer of Woodsfield, died at his
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Mrs. Lulu Walter-Burkshire died Friday night at her home at
Berkshire, Lulu
Spirit of Democracy,
The community was again saddened when word was received of
the death of Mrs. Roy Berkshire of Mansfield, the oldest daughter of Mr. and
Mrs. Jacob Walter. She had been ill ever since the death of her husband who
passed away a week before she did. Mr. and Mrs. Harry Walter and Hugh Walter
left to attend the funeral and Mr. and Mrs. Jerome Forrest and Jacob Walter
were at the bedside at her death. We sincerely extend our heartfelt sympathy to
the relatives and friends and may they be comforted and consoled in their hour
of tribulation.
Spirit of Democracy,
Mr. Haren was born was born near Miltonsburg on June 4,
1849, was the son of Peter and Gertrude Haren, was the last surviving member of
a family of nine children. He spent his boyhood on the farm, but early in young
manhood, he aspired to a business career and in preparation therefore went to
Wheeling Business College, where he learned accounting and acquired a neat
handwriting, both of which show scrupulous exactness and care to this day in
book-keeping when cash registers, account files, adding machines and loose leaf
ledgers were seldom used or unknown. And being in business nearly all his
active life, his transactions totaled hundreds of thousands of dollars.
Mr. Haren’s first business venture was a general store at “
Again he bought a building and opened a general store on
South Main-st. where he continued to serve the public until his retirement
about five years ago. Scrupulous exactness and strict honesty characterized his
business career and were exercised at all times whether dealing with man, woman
or child. His attitude was that of service and appreciation of confidence shown
by his patrons at all times.
On October 25, 1881, Mr. Haren was married to Miss Matilda
Weisend and they began housekeeping at “
Funeral services were held on Friday morning at St.
Sylvester’s Church at Woodsfield. Solemn Requiem High Mass was solemnized by
his pastor, Rev. J.B. Donahie, assisted by Rev. Thomas Nolan of
The funeral was largely attended as scores of people
desired to pay their last tribute of respect to the memory of their former
neighbor and friend. Among those from a distance were: Mrs. James Shearon and
Charles Haren of Columbus; John Weisend and son John of Mc-Kees Rocks, PA.;
Fred and Joseph Armbruster, Mrs. Helen Montgomery, Mr. Gallaher, Mrs. Dick
Dauster, Mr. and Mrs. Charles Ellis, Mrs. Julius Ehlerman and Nicholas Burkhart
of Barnesville; George Brown of Temperanceville.
Spirit of Democracy,
Jacob Everett Boltz, son of Mary Ann Boltz , was born Sept.
13, 1874, near Clarington,