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Matilda A. Frank, Daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Simon Keesor, was born
near
On April 6, 1884, she was united in
marriage to August Frank, who preceded her in death 14 years ago. To this union 10 children were born, three
died in infancy. Surviving are the following children: Herman, of Zanesville, Ohio; Freemen, of
Lewisville; Wesley, of Ashland; Mrs. F. G. Devore, Graysville; Oscar, Orval
(sic - Osal) and Price, of the home; also eleven grandchildren; one great grand
child; one brother, Amos Keesor and many other relatives and friends.
Mrs. Frank accepted Christ as her
Savior 38 years ago. She had been in
failing health for the past year. All
that loving hands could find to do was ministered, but God saw best to call her
home.
Funeral services were held on Monday,
January 12th by the following pastors:
Rev. E. N. Miller and Rev. C. A. Dougherty. Interment in
Peter Herlan
Source:The Spirit of Democracy Issue: Woodsfield, Wednesday, Jan. 14,
1931
The death of Peter Herlan, aged 95 years former resident of
the Burkhart community, occurred Wednesday of last week at the home of his son,
John Herlan, of Pine Hill, Washington County, Ohio. He was a son of Jacob and
Jane Herlan, and besides the son is survived by one daughter, Mrs. Eliza
Mendenhall ,near Pine Hill, and three sisters, Mrs. Louise Stephens, of
Summerfield, Ohio, Route 1; Mrs. Lucy Schaub, of Canton, Ohio, and Mrs. Anna
Evert, of Batesville, Ohio. Funeral services were conducted Saturday afternoon
and interment made at
Bertram, Sophia S. Bertram, (nee Diehl)
The Spirit of Democracy
Issue: Woodsfield, Ohio February 18, 1931
At her late home on North Paul street last Thursday afternoon,
February 12, 1931, death came to Mrs. Sophia S. Bertram after a few weeks
illness of pneumonia.
Mrs. Bertram had been a lifelong resident of this community.
She was born August 15, 1860, and was the daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs.
John W. Diehl. She was united in marriage to Jacob Bertram in 1878 whose death
occurred January 5, 1904. To their union were born three sons, one of whom died
in infancy. Surviving are William F. Bertram of the home, and Dr. Louis Bertram
of Chicago; one sister Mrs. Louise Sulsberger, of Columbus, Ohio; three
brothers, J. W. Diehl and F. E. Diehl, of Woodsfield, and F. C. Diehl of Grand
Junction, Colorado.
After her husband’s death Mrs. Bertram took up the active
management of the Bertram Confectionery and remained active in that capacity
almost to the time of her last illness, save for such time as she was absent
because of
similar illnesses.
At an early age she became a member of
Funeral services were conducted Sunday afternoon from the
late home, and were in charge of the Reverend John Fleming Cash assisted by a
male quartette. Burial was in Oaklawn cemetery, Woodsfield beside the others of
her family who had preceded her in death. The services were largely attended.
Charles W. Hall
The Spirit of Democracy Issue: Woodsfield, Ohio, March 25, 1931
Charlie Hall one of the best known citizens of Washington
township,
Monroe County, Ohio died Sunday afternoon, March 22, 1931 at his home near
Graysville, Ohio. He contracted influenza about two weeks ago and pneumonia
followed it running a rapidly fatal course.
In his immediate family, he is survived by his widow and
three-year old son. There are also two brothers and one sister, Commissioner
Edgar Hall, Harley Hall and Mrs. Frank Lynch.
Funeral services were held on Tuesday afternoon at Pleasant
Ridge Church of Christ of which he was a member and were in charge of Brother
Thomas A. Christy. Interment in Pleasant Ridge cemetery.
Mr. Hall was a member of the Washington Rural Board of Education, a practicing
veterinarian and oil operator. His life-long residence in the community
sterling character and friendly disposition made hundreds of friends by whom he
will be greatly missed and by whom his death in the prime of life is deeply
mourned.
Sophia Pfalzgraf, (nee Kilburn)
The Spirit of Democracy Issue: Woodsfield, Ohio, April 1931
Mrs. Sophia Pfalzgraf, nee Kilburn was born in Greenup
County, Kentucky, September 11, 1859, the daughter of John Henry and Maria
Sophia Linga Kilburn and passed on to her reward on April 7, 1931, at the age
of 71 years, 6 months and 25 days.
She came to
Her greatest delight was in making the home beautiful for
her husband and children. During her illness she was patient and kind to all
who ministered unto her, having a sweet and heavenly smile on her face to the
last. She has gone to rest. She can never return to us, but we can go to her.
She was confirmed at the
Billman, Fred C. Billman
The Spirit of Democracy Issue: Woodsfield, Ohio, September 16, 1931
Funeral services for Fred C. Billman, 39, highly esteemed
citizen of Lewisville, Ohio, were held Saturday afternoon, September 10, 1931,
at 1:00 o’clock at the Bracken M. E. Church in charge of the Reverend Melvin R.
Yoho. Mr. Billman passed away Thursday evening after a short illness of typhoid
fever.
He is survived by his widow, an aged father and six children
as follows: John, Charles and James Billman, Clara, Mary and Myrtle, all of the
home; five sisters, Mrs. Walter Draper, Mrs. Urban Mallett, Mrs. Ben Schell, of
Lewisville; Mrs. Irvin Straight of Antioch, Ohio, and Mrs. John Busch of
McKeesport, Pennsylvania; and one brother, Frank Billman of Lewisville. Many
other relatives and friends mourn his departure.
Mr. Billman was one of
Burial was made in the Friendship cemetery,
Henry J. Neuhardt
Source:Newspaper article Issue: September 18,
1931
Henry J. Neuhardt died September 18, 1931. He was born near
are four children: Mrs. Olga Colburn, Ben J. Neuhardt, Harry P. and Miss Marie
Neuhardt; one brother, George Neuhardt; four sisters, Mrs. Kate Harrigon, Mrs,
Cal Thompson, Miss Lisbeth Neuhardt, Miss Amelia Neuhardt. Services were held
in the M. E. Church in Woodsfield with the interment in Oaklawn cemetery,
George W. Baker
The Spirit of Democracy Issue: Woodsfield, Ohio, October 1, 1931
George W. Baker, aged 81 years, died Tuesday morning
September 29, 1931, at the home of his son Harry Baker, east of town, following
a several months illness. Mr. Baker’s death occurred on his 81st birthday
anniversary.
Short funeral services were held this Thursday afternoon at
the home of his son followed by final obsequies at 2:00 o’clock at
As immediate relatives he is survived by his brother, M. W.
“Doc” Baker and a sister, Mrs. Jere Jackson, both of Woodsfield.
A more completer obituary will be
published later.
Philip Neibch
The Spirit of Democracy Issue: Woodsfield, Ohio, October 1931
Philip Neibch was born May 15, 1842, in Monroe County, Ohio
and died October 14, 1931, of arterio sclerosis, in his home near Lewisville,
Ohio, the son of John and Elisabeth Neuhart Neibch.
He was baptized and confirmed in
On July 24, 1866, he was united in marriage to Dortha Baker
who died on September 18, 1930. To this union ten children were born, three
preceded him in death. Surviving are children: Mrs. Fred Matz, Mrs. Mary Matz,
John W. Neibch, and b all of
Services were conducted by the Reverend M. R. Yoho of
John W. Crawford
The Spirit of Democracy Issue: Woodsfield, Ohio, December 3, 1931
John W. Crawford, son of the late Mr. and Mrs. Thomas
Crawford, was born near Woodsfield, Ohio on May 13, 1866 and departed this life
at his home in Woodsfield on November 26, 1931, at the age of 65 years, 6
months and 17 days. He was a son of Mr. and Mrs.
Thomas Crawford, the former coming to this country at an early age from Derry
County Ireland. His mother’s maiden name was Miss Mary Cooper. To their happy
union, six children were born, one son Hugh having preceded his brother John to
the better land.
The brothers and sisters surviving are James Crawford, of
Mr. Crawford grew to manhood on the farm and during the past
several years was associated with his brother Dave in the firm of Crawford
Bros., dealers in lumber and timber.
Mr. Crawford never married and made his home with his
brother and sister after death of his parents. He was industrious and honorable
in his relations with fellowmen and though retiring in disposition those who
knew best respected him most.
At an early age, Mr. Crawford became a member of the
Presbyterian Church Body and was always faithful in his attendance and other
duties therein. At any time and in any way and at any place where service was
needed in his neighborhood, Mr. Crawford was always ready to go and do anything
within his power.
Mr. Crawford was seriously ill only a few weeks, from
stomach and intestinal complications and everything possible was done to
restore his health, not only but his loved ones, but by the best of medical
skill and service. He bore his suffering patiently and with a confidence born
of rectitude and faith, his spirit returned to Him who gave it.
Funeral services were held on Saturday afternoon at the McCue home, in charge
of the Reverend W. H. Petry, pastor of the Woodsfield Presbyterian Church, and
were largely attended. Interment in
Deborah Ann Miller nee Kinkade
Source:
SPIRIT OF DEMOCRACY,
Once again the
unwelcome visitor Death has visited our home and chose as its victim Deborah
Ann Kinkade, daughter of Andrew and Ann Kinkade.
She was born
near
She was united
in marriage to Abraham Miller July 13, 1861. To this union were born seven
children, four daughters and three sons. Her husband and one daughter Cynthia
preceded her in death several years ago. Those who are left to mourn her
departure are Mrs. Isabelle Miller Wise, of
Mrs. Miller
was a kind and loving mother and was loved by all who knew her. She will be
sadly missed in the home and neighborhood.
Good-bye Grandma, how we'll
miss you,
It's beyond mortal tongue to
tell
But we hope again to meet
you,
Where Christ and the angels
dwell.
Grandma's gone but not
forgotten
Although her face no more we
see,
But some day we hope to meet
her
In that Great Eternity.
There to part with her no
never
In that happy home above,
There to dwell among the
angels,
In that land of peace and
love. -----A Great Granddaughter, Elizabeth
Miller
Davis, Lavina Davis
Death
of Mrs. Davis
Source: The Spirit of Democracy, September 2, 1931
Provided by Lena Kahrig Pettit, typed by Betty Lendon
Matson
Mrs. Lavina Davis, aged 79, died
Tuesday night at her home at Round Bottom. She had been suffering for several
months from complications incident to advanced age. Short funeral services will
be held at the home at 1:00 o'clock Thursday, in charge of Rev. J. Fleming Cash
of Woodsfield. Final obsequies will follow at Fletcher's Chapel and interment
will be made in the cemetery at that place.
Mrs. Davis is survived by one
son, W. T. Ruff of Woodsfield. We hope to
publish a more complete obituary notice later.
Crum, A. E. “Bert” Crum
Prominent Beallsville Man Passes Away
September 24, 1931
Provided by Lena Kahrig Pettit, typed by Betty Lendon
Matson
Funeral services for A.E. “Bert”
Crum, prominent Beallsville resident, an account of whose death may be found in
this issue, were held Wednesday afternoon at 1 o'clock. The services were held
from The Beallsville Church of Christ, and were largely attended, it being
estimated that more than many people were unable to gain admission to the
building. Special music was rendered by The Plainview Choir.
The Knights of Pythias Lodge of Beallsville
attended in a body. Business was at a standstill while the village paid tribute
to a respected citizen.
Mr. Crum possessed considerable
musical, ability, being a leader of the devotional services at his church and
was also leader of the Crum String Orchestra.
Drum, Philip Harvey Drum
Death
of P. H. Drum
Published, April 1, 1931
Provided by Lena Kahrig Pettit, typed by Betty Lendon Matson
Philip Harvey Drum, known to
hundreds of friends as "Harve" died at the home of his son, Elwood
Drum on High St., Saturday, March 28th, at the advanced age of 79 years. He had
been living retired for several years and was in normal health until a few
weeks before his death.
His wife, who was Miss Mary
Lenora Conger, preceded him in death on January 8, 1929. He is survived by
three sons and three daughters as follows: F. E. Drum
and T. E. Drum, of Woodsfield, ;
C.E. Drum, of Woodsfield, Route 5; Mrs. Fred Keylor, of Woodsfield;
Mrs. W. R. Hawkins, of
There are also four brothers and
one sister surviving: David M. Drum and Mrs. Viola Beckett, of Sardis R.
1 ; Eugene Drum, of Ottowa, Kansas; Delbert M. Drum of Woodsfield;
and Linza A. Drum of Washington, D.C.
Funeral services were held at
the Elwood Drum home on Monday afternoon, conducted by Rev. J. Fleming Cash, of
The M.E. Church. of which he had been a member since
youth. He was a regular attendant of The Men's Bible Class of The M.E. Church
at Woodsfield, members of which served as pall bearers and carried flowers.
Minister J. V. A. Traylor, of The Church of Christ assisted with the
service.
English, J. Farrell English
Death of J. F. English
Source: The Spirit of Democracy, dated November 29, 1931
Provided by Lena Kahrig Pettit, typed by Betty Lendon Matson
Farrell English, aged 78 years,
and well known citizen of The Rinard Mills community, died at his home there
early Saturday morning. He had been ill for about two years, following a stroke
of paralysis, and during that long period of suffering was tenderly cared for
by his faithful wife and family.
Besides his widow, he is
survived by three sons and four daughters, also two brothers, Craig English of
Rinard Mills, and George W. English of Woodsfield.
Funeral services were held at
the home on Monday forenoon followed by interment at
We hope to publish a more
complete obituary notice later.
Hannahs, Louis Hannahs
Death of Louis Hannahs
Source: Spirit of Democracy, dated, March 25,
1931
Provided by Lena Kahrig Pettit, typed by Betty Lendon Matson
Louis Hannahs ,
45 , died Tuesday morning March 24, 1931, at his home near Miltonsburg. He had
recently suffered a severe attack of influenza.
Surviving are his widow, three sons and
one daughter, besides a host of other relatives and friends who mourn his
departure.
A daughter preceded him in death about
two months ago.
Mr. Hannahs, was one of
Funeral services will be held on
Thursday afternoon from The Valley Church at
Friday, Henry Friday
Death of Henry Friday
Source: The Spirit of Democracy, dated October 29, 1931
Provided by Lena Kahrig Pettit, typed by Betty Lendon Matson
Henry Friday, 80, died at his home near Maple Avenue, Thursday afternoon of
last week after a lingering illness due to infirmities. Mr. Friday had been a
lifelong resident of Woodsfield community and was well known.
He is survived by his widow,
three daughters and two sons, Oscar Friday and Mrs. Norman Thomas, of
Woodsfield; Clem Friday of Washington, DC; Mrs. George Lutz of
Mr. Friday was a fine citizen
and neighbor and is kindly remembered by many of our older citizens.
Fleahman, William
Fleahman and Fleahman, Mary Jane Fleahman
Source: The Spirit of Democracy, dated, December
10, 1931
Provided by Lena Kahrig Pettit, typed by Betty Lendon Matson
Two children of Frank and
Josephine Fleahman of
William was aged 13 and Mary Jane was 9. Another sister, Johanna is
seriously ill at the hospital with the same disease. Louise, 19, a fourth
sister, is recovering from typhoid at the family home. Their father is a well
known painter and a native of Woodsfield.
Denbow, Sarah C. Denbow nee Rose
Death
of Mrs. Denbow
Died: November 24, 1931
Provided by Lena Kahrig Pettit, typed by Betty Lendon Matson
Mrs. James T. Denbow died at her
home in Woodsfield at 12:20 Tuesday afternoon after an illness of several
months, due to complications incident to advanced age. Her suffering was
increased by injuries sustained in a fall about three months ago. She was taken
to The Wells Hospital in
Mrs. Denbow was brought to her
home here about a month ago, and during that time, her children ministered as
far as humanly possible to her comfort, hoping against hope that she be
restored to her usual health.
She is survived by six sons and two
daughters, as follows: George Denbow, of
Funeral services will be held on
Friday at 1:30o'clock in charge of her pastor, Rev. W. J. Jones at The Woodsfield M.E. Church, of which she was a devout and
faithful member.
Jackson, John W. Jackson
Fatal Accident
Died: July 29, 1931
Provided by Lena Kahrig Pettit, typed by Betty Lendon Matson
Injuries sustained in an
automobile crash Saturday evening proved fatal to John W. Jackson, 30, of
Holliday's Cove, W.Va. He died Sunday morning at 5:25 o'clock. Death occurred
at The Wheeling Hospital where he was rushed following the mishap.
The automobile, according to
witnesses, was traveling at a high rate of speed. The machine jumped over a six
foot embankment and plunged into the run. Jackson and Wells were thrown clear
of the auto, which alighted on its top.
Both men were rushed to the
hospital. An examination revealed
Hughes, Maria Hughes
Source: The Spirit of Democracy, dated, January 7, 1931
Provided by Lena Kahrig Pettit, typed by Betty Lendon Matson
Mrs. Maria Hughes, 82, died at
the home of her daughter, Mrs. Ross Knapp, at New Philadelphia, Sunday morning
at 2:00 o'clock. The deceased was the widow of the late Uriah Hughes, Civil War
veteran and former resident of near Stafford, and a sister of the late William
Barnett, who died two years ago at his home in
Surviving are 2 daughters, Mrs.
Knapp, at whose home she died and Mrs. Bertha
Quigley, of Columbus, with whom she has made her home since the death of her
husband, five years ago.
Funeral services were held on
Tuesday afternoon at 2:00 o'clock from The M.E. Church at Sutherland and burial
was made in the church cemetery.
Jones, Margaret V. Jones
Death Of Mrs. Jones
Died: July 4, 1931
Published July 8, 1931
Provided by Lena Kahrig Pettit, typed by Betty Lendon Matson
Mrs. Delbert Jones, aged 76
years, passed away at her home on
Mrs. Jones was a splendid woman
and her passing brings grief to her many friends and relatives in Woodsfield
and elsewhere. She was the mother of Sam Jones of baseball fame.
Those left to survive are her
husband, one daughter, Mrs. B. W. Hammett, of
Funeral services were conducted
from the late home Tuesday afternoon at 2:00 o'clock by Rev. J. F. Cash, pastor
of the
We hope to publish a more
detailed obituary notice later.
Heft, Theodore Heft
Death of Theodore Heft
Source: The Spirit of Democracy, dated, September 2, 1931
Provided by Lena Kahrig Pettit, typed by Betty Lendon Matson
The entire community was
saddened to learn of the sudden death of Theodore Heft, 25, of
His death occurred Friday, following a period of ill health. The remains were
brought to the home of his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Lewis Heft, Jr.,
He is survived by his parents,
two sisters and four brothers, many other relatives and friends who are
saddened by his passing.
Deceased was a young man of many
fine qualities and had made for himself a legion of friends. He was a member of
The Lewisville Evangelical Church and was liked by everyone.
Funeral services were held from
the home of his parents, Monday morning at 10:30 o'clock in charge of his
pastor, Rev. Edward Brueseke. Burial was made in the
Busche, Philip Busche
Death of Philip Busche
Died: April 8, 1931
Provided by Lena Kahrig Pettit, typed by Betty Lendon Matson
Philip Busche, 68, well known
citizen of Sardis, died Tuesday afternoon, news of his sudden death coming as a
shock to near relatives and friends. He was in usual health and had gone up on
the hill after dinner to consider the purchase of a horse.
He had not returned in the
evening in accordance with his regular habit and a search was made. His body
was found in an outbuilding on an untenanted farm near where he had expected to
make his business call. It was evident that he had succumbed to a sudden heart
attack and such is the coroner's report.
His widow, five sons, and a
daughter survive. The daughter is Mrs. Donald Diehl, of Woodsfield.
Funeral services will be held at
the home at 2:00 P.M. Friday. Interment in
Cronin, Mrs. Mary Cronin nee Denbow
Death of Mrs. Cronin, August 12, 1931
Provided by Lena Kahrig Pettit, typed by Betty Lendon Matson
A lingering illness resulted in
the death Wednesday morning of last week of Mrs. Mary Cronin, aged 38, wife of
Emil Cronin, at the home of her parents, Mr. and Mrs. John Denbow, of
Lewisville, Route 4. Besides her husband, she is survived by one son. Kenneth; one sister, Mrs. Rena Morris, of
Crawford, Edna Crawford nee Houge
Mrs. Raymond Crawford Dies Suddenly
Published August 12, 1931
Died August 8, 1931
Provided by Lena Kahrig Pettit, typed by Betty Lendon Matson
Mrs. Raymond Crawford, aged 22
years, died early last Saturday evening at the family home of Woodsfield, Rt.1.
Mrs. Crawford was a daughter of
Mr. and Mrs. Ronane Houge of Graysville, Rt.1, and besides her parents she is
survived by her husband and two infant sons; one sixteen months and the other
only about one week old. Death was due to complications following childbirth.
Funeral services were conducted
at the home Monday afternoon being in the charge of Evangelist A.E. Harper, of
Cronin, Warren Clark Cronin
Died: February 24, 1931
Provided by Lena Kahrig Pettit, typed by Betty Lendon
Matson
Warren Clark Cronin, born
January 10, 1923, departed this life February 24, 1931, being 8 years, 1 month
and 14 days old when he passed away.
He was looking forward with
untold pleasure to this coming summer to spend it in the county where he could
hear the humming of the bees and hear sweet songs flowing from mellow throats
of mocking birds; but now he has gone to that sinless summerland where the
birds are forever singing and the flowers in their beauty never fade over
Jordan's swelling stream, over the silent sea and by the shining shore, waiting
to welcome us there when we too shall bid farewell to time.
He leaves to mourn, father and
mother, Mr. and Mrs. Clark Cronin; one sister, Helen; one brother Ward;
grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Ardell Smith, of Parkers Landing, Pa.; Mr. and Mrs.
E.E. Cronin of Woodsfield; also leaves a number of aunts and uncles, cousins
and a host of friends.
Little
We are sad and will
miss him so;
But God in His Infinite wisdom
Knows
best and called him from this world of woe.
So let us all try to live to meet him
In that
beautiful land above
Where we will dwell together forever,
With God and
his angels of love.
Funeral services were conducted
by the writer, J. V. A. Traylor.
Card of Thanks
We wish to take this means of
thanking each and everyone who helped to make our burden lighter during the
time of the death of our beloved son and brother, Warren. Your acts of kindness
and sympathy will never be forgotten.---Mr. and Mrs.
Clark Cronin and family.
Source:
Joseph
Mercer of Wolf Pen, passed away at his home on 28 Oct 1931, aged 80 years. He was a son of Jeremiah Mercer who came from
Greene Co, PA about 90 years ago and settled near where the family have since
resided. They raised 12 children, of
whom two survive: Link Mercer of Adonis, WV; Mrs. R.M. Wilson of Martins Ferry,
OH. The deceased was married to Ruth
Leek who, with the following children survive: Martin Mercer of TenMile; Mrs.
Harry Christmas and Mrs. Margaret _________ of OK, Eunice Huffman of Huntington,
WV; Henry Mercer of CA; and Ross and
Will, at home. He was a member of the
Interment Lazear's
Cemetery.
Source: The
DOUGLAS A. M'CURDY SUMMONED
BY DEATH
Douglas A. McCurdy, aged 68** years, whose
home was at 444 Douglas Avenue, West Side, died in a local hospital at 8:40
a.m. on Thursday following a short illness with heart trouble. He was taken ill on Sunday when he was
removed to the hospital.
Douglas Aaron McCurdy was a native of
His wife died in 1917. Surviving are his sons and daughters, Perl L.
McCurdy, Walter McCurdy and Miss Geneva McCurdy of Marietta; L.D. McCurdy of
Cleveland; Mrs. Goldie Smith of Columbus; Mrs. Freda Meeks of Waverly, W.Va.,
and Mrs. Frances McCullick of Williamstown.
Funeral services will be held at the
Doudna & McClure funeral parlors on Saturday at 2 p.m. Interment will be made in Harmar cemetery.
**Submitter’s note: This
number was difficult to read and might be an error.
Source: Noble
Mrs. Louisa Courtney Carpenter, aged
ninety-two years, widow of the late Robert Carpenter, died at the family home
near Sutherland, Thursday April 30, following a brief illness from paralysis.
She is survived by the following
children all of whom were present during her illness. Alonzo Carpenter of
Sutherlands, Mrs. Etta Devoe, of Lewisville, Mrs. Amanda Spence, of Whigville,
Mrs. Carrie McNeal of Parkersburg, and Lansing Carpenter, of Cherokee, Okla. A
daughter, Mrs. J.W. McElfresh and a son, U.O. Carpenter, have preceded her in
death.
Funeral services were conducted
Saturday, May 2, at 10:30 with Rev. T.I. Hanson, of Byesville, in charge, and
burial was made at Sutherlands.
Ullman, Myrtle Ullman
Spirit of Democracy,
The funeral of Mrs. Myrtle Ullman, 41, wife of Walter
Ullman,
Mrs. Ullman is survived by her husband, her parents, Mr.
and Mrs. James Mallett near
Litten, Ernest W. Litten
Spirit of Democracy,
Ernest W. Litten, manager of the State Grocery, at
Mr. Litten was 67 years of age, a member of the M. E.
Church, I. O. O. F. and K. of P. Lodges, and a highly respected citizen.
He is survived by one son and two daughters.
Funeral services were held on Sunday afternoon.
Kessel, Mrs. Frank Kessel
Spirit of Democracy,
Mrs. Frank Kessel died Sunday at the home of her younger
sister in
Tubaugh, Thomas Tubaugh
Spirit of Democracy,
Thomas Tubaugh, prominent resident of Clarington died
Thursday
evening at his home there. He had not been in rugged health
for several months, but death came suddenly from a heart attack in the evening,
and was a severe shock to his wife and family as no alarm for his condition had
been felt.
Mrs. Tubaugh is survived by his widow, who is a sister of
John W. Imhoff, of Woodsfield; also by four daughters, Mrs. Harry Bott and Mrs.
H. J. Walters, of Woodsfield; Mrs. Charles Lapp, of Clarington R. 3; Mrs.
George Morris, of Dormont, Pa.; and one son, Jacob Tubaugh, of Detroit. There
are also three brothers and two sisters, Albert, of
Funeral services were held Sunday afternoon at the M. E.
Church, of Clarington, and were largely attended. His pastor, Rev. Stanley
Tippet, conducted the service. Interment in Clarington
cemetery.
We hope to publish a complete obituary later.
Eddy, Joseph Eddy
Spirit of Democracy,
Joseph Eddy, one of the oldest and most highly respected
citizens of
His wife and two daughters preceded him in death leaving
six sons and one daughter to mourn his death.
Funeral services were held on Monday in charge of Rev. J.
V. A. Traylor, short services at the home being followed by final obsequies at
A detailed obituary notice will be published later.
Bigler, Herman Bigler
Spirit of Democracy,
Lawrence Bigler, aged 32, died Monday morning at his home
at
In his immediate family, he leaves his wife, who was
formerly Miss Alma Menkel, of Woodsfield, and four children.
Mr. Bigler was an ex-service man, industrious and highly
respected in his home community. Not only his immediate family and near
relatives, but scores of friends regret his death at the threshold of mature
manhood.
Local relatives will attend the funeral which will be held
Thursday at
Starr, Lucinda Starr
Spirit of Democracy,
Mrs. Lucinda Starr, aged 76 years, died Sunday afternoon
about
Mrs. Starr was a woman of many fine qualities and her loss
will be
keenly felt. She is survived by two sons and two daughters,
her husband having preceded her in death in 1914. One daughter also preceded
her to that
The surviving children are: Mrs. O. B. Grimm, of
Woodsfield; Mrs. Ernest Zogg, of Wellsburg, W.
Funeral services were conducted Tuesday afternoon at
McCaslin, Ralph McCaslin
Spirit of Democracy,
Ralph, the three-year-old son of Mr. and Mrs. James
McCaslin of near Altitude, died Tuesday of last week after a brief illness from
pneumonia.
Funeral services conducted by Rev. M. Danford,
were held at Pleasant Ridge on Thursday. The grief-stricken parents have the
sympathy of the entire community in the loss of their only child.
Bauman, Mary Bauman
Spirit of Democracy,
Word was received here Sunday of the death of Mary Bauman
of
Funeral services were held Tuesday at that place.
She was a former
Dearth, Mrs. Austin Dearth
Spirit of Democracy,
Mrs. Austin Dearth died at her home on Woodsfield, Route 2
on Thursday night about
Mrs. Dearth is survived by her husband, one son, one
half-sister, Mrs. Everett Camden, of
Short funeral services were conducted at the home Sunday at
Lowther, Athia Lowther nee Custer
Spirit of Democracy,
Funeral services for Mrs. Athia Lowther, 72, highly esteemed
citizen of Woodsfield, were held Saturday afternoon from her late residence on
Surviving are one sister and one brother, Mrs. Hastings, of
Woodsfield, and William Custer of
Her husband preceded her in death several years ago.
Mrs. Lowther was a well respected woman and was liked by
all who knew her.
The remains were taken to
Kaiser, John W. Kaiser
Spirit of Democracy,
John W. Kaiser who resides south of Woodsfield, died Sunday
morning about
The
deceased is survived by his widow, three daughters and two sons, and was about
73 years of age.
Funeral
services were conducted this Wednesday morning from St. Sylvester’s Church at
He
had been a life-long resident of Woodsfield and is kindly remembered by many
friends.
Lude,
Spirit of Democracy,
Mrs. Florence Lude, aged 71, died Sunday afternoon at
The
deceased is survived by her husband, Michael Lude, and one son, Clarence of the
home.
Funeral services were held on Tuesday morning at
Wehr, Sarah Wehr nee Hannahs
Spirit of Democracy,
Mrs. Sarah Wehr, aged 77, wife of R. O. Wehr, of
Besides her husband she is survived by the following
children, Ira, Roy, and Crum Wehr, Horton Wehr and Mrs. Katie Wise, all of near
Joseph
Wehr, of Kuhn; Mrs. Tony Cleveland, of Summerfield; and Angus Wehr of Somerton. There is also one brother Adam Hannahs.
Interment was made at
Armstrong, J. M. Armstrong
Spirit of Democracy,
Funeral services for John M. Armstrong,
66, president of the Quad Stove Manufacturing Co., 76 E.
Surviving him are his widow, Mrs. Anna Armstrong; four
sisters, Mrs. Anna Armstrong; four sisters, Mrs. A. B. Beauries,
Mr. Armstrong was an uncle of James W. Armstrong, of
Woodsfield, who attended the funeral.
The deceased was a brother of the late E. W. Armstrong, of
Woodsfield.
Cronin, Warren Cronin 2nd obit
Spirit of Democracy,
Warren Cronin, eight-year-old son of Mr. and Mrs. Clark
Cronin died Tuesday morning at their home on Sycamore-st. after a two-weeks illness of baffling complications growing out of
an attack of influenza.
Minister J. V. A. Traylor will conduct the funeral service
which will be held on Thursday afternoon. A short service at the home at
The grief-stricken parents have the sympathy of all in the
loss of this unusually lovable child. And their sorrow is made doubly heavy in
that the younger son is so seriously ill that his recovery is doubtful at the
time this is being written at Wednesday
Spirit of Democracy,
Her husband, Rev. Eugene P. Edmonds, retired
Surviving are her husband, the Rev. E. P. Edmonds, one son
Rolland, of
Funeral services were held in
Pierson, Louisa Pierson
Spirit of Democracy,
Funeral services for Mrs. Louisa Pierson were held Friday
afternoon at the home of her sister, Mrs. Lottie Beardmore and were in charge
of Rev. J. Fleming Cash of the M. E. Church.
A large number of local friends attended the obsequies of
their former neighbor and among those from a distance are Mr. and
Scott, Mrs. Richard Scott nee Fleeman
Spirit of Democracy,
Mrs. Richard Scott aged thirty-three years, a former
resident of Elk township,
Funeral services were held Friday forenoon in the Lebanon
Methodist Episcopal Church and interment was made in the cemetery at that
place.
Blattler, Catherine Blattler
Spirit of Democracy,
Mrs. Catherine Blattler, widow of the late Christian Blattler,
aged 86 years, died Thursday, March 5, at her home on Beallsville Route 3,
after an illness of several months due to infirmities of advanced age.
Funeral services were held at Zion M. E. Church in
Mrs. Blattler was a fine Christian woman, a devoted wife
and mother, and had the love and respect of all who knew her.
Schumacher, William A. Schumacher
Spirit of Democracy,
William A. Schumacher, aged about 50 years, died at his
home near Maple-ave, Tuesday evening about
Besides his aged mother, Mrs. Caroline Schumacher is
survived by his widow and nine children, all at home; also by one sister and
six brothers. This is the first death in the family circle since that of his
father Frank Schumacher, several years ago.
Funeral services will be held on Friday morning at
Mr. Schumacher was a member of Center Rural Board of
Education, a progressive farmer and a man of conservative sound judgement, and
whose death is greatly regretted not only by his family but by scores of
friends and the community generally.
Webb, C. C. Webb
Spirit of Democracy,
C. C. Webb, aged about 65, died Sunday evening at his home
at Cameron, Ohio, after an illness of about one week.
Funeral services were held this Wednesday afternoon at the
residence with interment in Cameron cemetery.
Besides his widow he is survived by one daughter Miss
Marjorie at home and one son Dr. William Webb, who for nearly half a century, was one of the most active and best known
physicians in eastern
Hupp, Clement Hupp
Spirit of Democracy,
Funeral services for Clement Hupp, 65, whose death occurred
Monday in the State hospital, at
A sister, Miss Mary C. Hupp, resides at
The deceased was the son of Frank and Catherine Hupp,
formerly of
Spirit of Democracy,
Mrs. Margaret Bell, aged 101 years, and the oldest resident
of
She
had never been ill until the past two years and came of a long lived family,
her maternal grandmother living to be 105. She was the mother of D. H. Bell, of
Winland, George Winland
Spirit of Democracy,
George Winland, aged 66, died at his home at Graysville
Friday evening following an extended illness.
He is survived by his widow, and two children, Fred, of the
home and Opal, of
Funeral services were conducted by Rev. W. A. Weddle,
pastor of the Graysville M. E. Church and interment was in the church cemetery.
Cain, S. E. Cain
Spirit of Democracy,
Friends received word of the death of S. E. Cain which
occurred at the home of his daughter, Mrs. Madge Carlon, of Folsom,
Surviving are his widow and one daughter, Mrs. Madge
Carlon, besides a number of other relatives and friends who mourn his
departure.
He was a man of many fine qualities and was liked by all
who knew him. His many Woodsfield friends were grieved to learn of his death.
Funeral services were held at Folsom Monday.
Neuhart, Joseph Neuhart
Spirit of Democracy,
Joseph Neuhart, aged
28, died Monday at Barnesville, death being due to undulant (milk) fever. While
it was the first death in the county for a long time from this cause, it
emphasizes the extreme care that must be taken in keeping milk free from
contamination.
Keller,
Spirit of Democracy,
Mrs. Adelaide Keller, of
In addition to the above named sisters and brother she is
survived by two daughters Miss Mary and Miss Alice Keller, of the home; one son
Edward Hine Keller, a student at Carnegie Institute of Technology at
Pittsburgh; two sisters, Mrs. Henry Abele, of Zanesville, and Mrs. William
Miller, of Kansas City; and two brothers, Frank Hine, of Akron, and Edward
Hine, of Roseville.
Funeral services were conducted on Monday morning at
Delong, Sarah Delong
Spirit of Democracy,
Mrs. Sarah Delong, widow of the late Isaac Delong, died
Monday at the home of her son Jesse at Woodsfield, after a few weeks illness
due to infirmities. She was 77 years of age and is survived by three sons and a
daughter.
Funeral services were held this Wednesday afternoon at the
Woodsfield Church of Christ in charge of the pastor, J. V. A. Traylor. Interment in
Okey, Alfred Okey
Spirit of Democracy,
Alfred Okey, former well known resident of Monroe County,
near Woodsfield, died early Monday morning, July 6th, death being
ascribed to complications developing from sinus trouble. He had been seriously
ill about two weeks at his home at
Unfortunate his wife, who was formerly Miss Mina Reinherr,
was in a hospital at
Their daughter Miss Ruth Okey of
The family moved to Monmouth about twenty years ago,
accompanied by his two sisters, Misses Adelaide and Lucy Okey, who also survive
him. Many friends here regret the death of their former, estimable neighbor and
extend sympathy to the bereaved.
Jones, Mrs. Delbert Jones
Spirit of Democracy,
Mrs. Delbert Jones, aged 76 years, passed away at her home
on
Mrs. Jones was a splendid woman and her passing brings
grief to her many friends and relatives in Woodsfield and elsewhere. She was
the mother of Sam Jones of baseball fame.
Those left to survive her husband, one daughter, Mrs. B. W.
Hammett, of
Two daughters preceded her in death.
Funeral services were conducted from the late home Tuesday
afternoon at
We hope to publish a more detailed obituary later.
Atkinson, Milton M. Atkinson
Spirit of Democracy,
Milton M. Atkinson, aged 76, life-long resident of the
Mr. Atkinson was never married and is survived by one
brother, Lucius Atkinson, with whom he made his home.
Funeral services were held at the
Shenker, Louis Shenker
Spirit of Democracy,
Funeral services for Louis Shenker, 47, who died Friday
night at his home in
Mr. Shenker was a former resident of
Surviving are his widow and two sisters, Mrs. Samuel
Zwelling of
Weisend, John Weisend
Spirit of Democracy,
Relatives here received word last week of the death of John
Weisend, aged 73 years, at his home at McKee’s Rock, Pa., on Monday July 6th,
after a long illness. He was the son of Michael Weisend.
Surviving him are his widow, and two sons, John and
Clarence of the home, and one grandson; also four sisters, Miss Cecelia
Weisend, Mrs. Matilda Haren and Mrs. John Schumacher of Woodsfield, and Mrs.
Philomena Staudt of Columbus.
Funeral services were held at McKee’s Rocks Thursday
morning and interment was made in the city. Mrs. Matilda Haren, daughter Miss
Gussie and sons John and Clarence attended the funeral from here.
Ward, J. W. Ward
Spirit of Democracy,
J. W. Ward, aged about 85 years, died Sunday evening at his
home at Cameron where he lived nearly all his life, honored and respected by
all who knew him.
Mr. Minder, a neighbor, cared for him.
Two sons, William and Erret,
in the west, survive him.
His wife died about nine years ago.
Elder Earl S. Ward, of Woodsfield, officiated at the
funeral service held this Wednesday afternoon.
Naylor, Anna M. Naylor
Spirit of Democracy,
Anna M. Naylor, aged 57, Jerusalem Route 1, was found dead
on the floor of her bedroom Saturday morning by her brother, Francis W. Naylor,
with whom she lived. The two lived on a farm 2 ½ miles east of Somerton near
Miss Naylor retired about
A physician was called and he expressed the opinion that
she had been dead nine or ten hours. It is supposed that she suffered an attack
of epilepsy, to which she was subject, shortly after reaching her room. Coroner
Neal was called and it was his opinion that death had followed such an attack.
The body was removed to the Steele funeral home at Somerton
and prepared for burial.
Reller, Elizabeth Reller
Spirit of Democracy,
Mr. and Mrs. L. P. Egger received word last week announcing
the death of her sister Mrs. Elizabeth Reller at her home in
Mrs. Reller is survived by two sons and a daughter, Rev.
Otto Reller, of
Mrs. Egger was not able to attend the funeral. Many friends
regret the passing of this estimable woman.
Creighton, Frank Creighton
Spirit of Democracy,
Frank Creighton, aged 14 years son of Mr. and Mrs. Lint
Creighton, was drowned in the Jeffers pond just outside of the
The lad was just learning to swim and had gone to the pond
alone. He got into mud in the pond and could not get out. He screamed for help
and a man working in a garage in the outskirts of Beallsville, ran to the pond
but it was too late, as the boy had already drowned.
He lived with his parents on a farm about one and one-half
miles northeast of Beallsville and was a member of the Loyal Sons class of the
Beallsville Church of Christ.
He is survived by his parents and a sister, Ruth of the
home.
Funeral arrangements are incomplete at this time.
The bereaved family have the
heartfelt sympathy of the entire community.
Hartman, Louise Hartman
Spirit of Democracy,
Miss Louise Hartman, 12, of
She with a sister and cousin went to the river Thursday
afternoon to swim. The other two left the water, but Louise decided to return
for a last swim. She stepped off into a deep hole and drowned, the sister being
a helpless witness of the tragedy.
William Beaver of Sistersville recovered the body.
The girl was a daughter of William and Florence Hartman of
Sardis, and was one of a family of ten children. Surviving brothers and sisters
are: William, Emma, George, Helen, Susan, Mildred, Henry, Dorothy and a
week-old baby.
The funeral was held Sunday from the family home at
Probing
Drowning of Young Hartman Girl
Coroner C. J. Fiest, Prosecuting Attorney John K. Sawyers,
Jr., Deputy Sheriff Clarence Crawford and Juvenile Judge Charles O. Polen are
conducting an investigation into the matter of just how Louise Hartman, aged 12
years, daughter of William Hartman of Barnes Run, near
Emma Hartman, aged 11 years, Susie Hartman, aged 7 years,
both sisters of the deceased girl, and Evelyn Hartman, aged 12 years, a cousin
of the deceased, and Howard Ritchie, 17 years old, have all been questioned at
length with regard to the manner of the girl’s death. Conflicting stories are
told by the witnesses and the officials report they are continuing their
investigation the latter part of the week.
Martin, Frank M. Martin
Spirit of Democracy,
Following an illness of several weeks, caused by a stroke,
Frank M. Martin, aged 72, retired newspaper published, died at his home 2206
Bryden Road, Bexley, early [sic-a repeat-2206 Bryden Road, Bexley,] last
Thursday night.
For forty-five, years prior to his final retirement two
years ago, Mr. Martin had edited, owned and published newspapers in Caldwell
and Woodsfield. He established his home in Bexley ten years ago.
For many years Mr. Martin was prominent in Republican
politics. A quarter of a century ago he served several terms on the Republican
state central committee from the Fifteenth congressional district and was
active at state conventions during those times, serving as secretary of the
convention on at least two occasions.
Mr. Martin held commissions through appointment from three
successive Republican Presidents of the
Mr. Martin was a candidate for the Republican nomination
for Congress in 1902 at a time when the republican nomination would have
ensured election. He was a Presidential Elector from
He was a member of the Scottish Rite
and Aladdin Shrine in
Mr. Martin is survived by his widow, Mrs. Kate Mooney
Martin, a daughter of the late Colonel S. L. Mooney of Woodsfield; three sons,
Association, Columbus; and
Samuel L. Martin, index clerk, House of Representatives, Washington, D. C.
Private services were held at the family home at
Scores of friends in Woodsfield and vicinity who remember
Mr. Martin as a splendid citizen, fair and courteous in all his business and
personal contacts, will learn of his death with sincere regret.
Schumacher, Loretta Schumacher
Spirit of Democracy,
Word was received this morning of the death of Miss Loretta
Schumacher, aged about 21, which occurred early this morning at the home of her
parents, Mr. and Mrs. Michael Schumacher in
Schmocker, Mary Anna Schmocker nee Winzenreid
Spirit of Democracy,
Mrs. Mary Anna Schmocker, former resident of Woodsfield,
died at her home at
She is survived by three daughters and one son as follows:
Mrs. Ernest Speece of the home; Mrs. Max Gross, of
Mrs. Schmocker was a devout member of
Funeral services were held on Tuesday afternoon at the home
at
Archer, John S. Archer
Spirit of Democracy,
J. S. Archer, aged 67 years, for many years a prominent oil
and gas operator in the fields of Noble, Monroe and Washington counties and one
of Marietta’s highly esteemed citizens, died at his home, 636 Fourth Street, on
Sunday at 12:45 p.m. Death was due to paralysis. He suffered his first stroke
on August 10, with a recurrent stroke on Sunday, August 16, from which he did
not rally.
John S. Archer was a native of
Mr. Archer continued in the oil and gas business until his
death, he having been associated with W. A. Reid and the C. B. Barry estate in
the New American Oil Company which was organized in 1916, and which operated in
the
Mr. Archer served as county commissioner of
He was united in marriage with Miss Emma C. Hesson of
Mr. Archer was preceded in death by father, mother and one
brother, A. C. Archer.
Brothers and sisters surviving are: Peter Archer,
Funeral services were held at St. Mary’s Catholic Church
this Wednesday at
Kuhn, Helen Grace Kuhn
Spirit of Democracy,
Helen Grace, aged two years and seven months, daughter of
Mr. and Mrs. Elias H. Kuhn, was drowned Friday afternoon in a creek near her
home on the Catherine Ludwig farm about one mile west of Miltonsburg.
Helen with some older brothers and sisters were walking
along a fence beside the road on their way to the house. Their father had been
with them but had gone on ahead. The fence was very close to the creek and
while Helen was crossing a bar and fell into the water. Due to a heavy rain the
water was high and swift and the body was rapidly carried down the creek. The
other children screamed but their father could not hear them because of the
roaring water.
The body was found about
Surviving are the parents and two sisters and two brothers.
Funeral services were held on Monday morning at
The bereaved family have the
sympathy of the entire community.
Schindehette, Martin Schindehette
Spirit of Democracy,
Word was received here Wednesday of last week of the death
of Martin Schindehette of
His wife is a sister of the late Louis Hoff and both are
favorably remembered by many friends here.
Funeral services were held at
Founds, David Founds
Spirit of Democracy,
David Founds, 85, son of the late Caleb and Nancy Founds,
died at his home at
Mr. Founds, a Civil War veteran was born at Fork Ridge,
Surviving are his wife, Mrs. Elizabeth Gorby Founds, three
sons, C. R. and G. O. Founds, of Hannibal, and B. M. Founds of New
Martinsville; one daughter, Mrs. W. A. Kasserman of Hannibal; one brother,
George Founds, of Moundsville, and one sister, Mrs. Lizzie Games of Foster, W.
Va.
Funeral services were held on Monday afternoon at
with members of Monroe Post of the American legion of
Woodsfield, and members of the G. A. R. in the
So far as we know Mr. Founds was the only living Civil War
veteran in
Ollom, Wesley Ollom
Spirit of Democracy,
Wesley Ollom, aged about 60 years, died suddenly at his
home just below the bridge, at Clarington, Wednesday afternoon. He was out in
the yard at the time. It is stated that he had been in his usual health up
until the time of his death.
A brother, Matt Ollom, who resides nearby the bridge was
seized by a fainting attack upon coming upon the scene but was revived shortly
thereafter.
Mr. Ollom is survived by his widow. Funeral services will
be held Sunday afternoon, and will be in charge of the Oddfellows lodge.
Heilman, Howard Heilman
Spirit of Democracy,
The first hunting accident of the season here occurred at
The victim of the accident was Howard Heilman, 52, of
Columbus, who accompanied by a Mr. Krumm, were guests of the former’s son Rev.
Carl Heilman, Catholic priest in charge of the Miltonsburg parish.
The visitors had proposed a hunting trip, to which Rev.
Heilman demurred, stating that he was not an experienced hunter. Later he
consented to accompany the party. In a patch of woods about 1
mile from Miltonsburg. Rev. Heilman became separated some distance from
the other two men. Upon discharging the rifle he carried, the load struck his
father in the head, just glancing under the skull. The father was in a stooping
position at the time of the accident and was entirely invisible to Rev.
Heilman. Medical aid was summoned from Woodsfield but Mr. Heilman lived only a
few minutes after the accident.
Rev. Heilman, who is prostrated with grief over the
unfortunate occurrence, is absolved from all blame. No inquest was held.
Echols, Sarah Echols
Spirit of Democracy,
Mrs. Sarah Ellen Echols, aged 81 years, widow of Robert
Echols died Saturday evening at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Robert McCaslin,
near Laings, death being due to infirmities of old age.
Funeral services were conducted at
Brister, Mrs. Van Brister
Mrs. Van Brister died early on Sunday morning at her home
at
She formerly resided at Woodsfield and is survived by her
husband. William Brister of Summerfield is a brother-in-law of the deceased.
Friends of this place are sorry to learn of her death.
Paith, Loretta Paith
Spirit of Democracy,
Funeral services for Mrs. Loretta Paith, aged 77, estimable
and life-long Woodsfield citizen who died Thursday, September 17 following an
extended illness of infirmities, were conducted from the late home on
Interment was in Oaklawn cemetery.
Dennis, Elizabeth A. Dennis nee Price
Spirit of Democracy,
She was a member of the Christian church for 70 years.
Funeral services will be conducted by the Rev. W. H.
Fields, of
Mrs. Dennis was a native of
Children who survive
are: Mrs. E. E. Kendle, Mrs. L. B. Shook and Mrs. Ethel Bauman of
Talbott, Mrs. C. P. Talbott
Spirit of Democracy,
Mrs. C. P Talbott ,73, residing at
Fly,
She
is survived by two daughters, Miss Charlotte, at home and teacher in the
Sistersville schools, and Mrs. Isabelle McCoy, of
Her husband died some years ago.
She was a member of the Baptist
Handschumacher, John W. Handschumacher
Spirit of Democracy,
John W. Handschumacher died Wednesday at the home of his
daughter, Mrs. Cash Richner, of near Laings.
Funeral services will be held at
Biedenbach, Infant daughter Biedenbach
Spirit of Democracy,
The infant daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Ambrose Biedenbach,
died shortly after birth Sunday morning, October 4th, and buried on
Monday morning in the Catholic cemetery at Burkhart.
Besides the parents, one brother and three sisters survive.
Wahl, Mrs. George Wahl
Spirit of Democracy,
Mrs. George Wahl, age 87 years, died Wednesday evening at
her home near Miltonsburg, death being attributed to pneumonia.
She leaves to mourn her departure seven sons and one
daughter.
Her
husband preceded her in death twenty-one years ago.
Funeral services will be conducted by her pastor Rev. Carl
Heilman at
Steward, G. W. Steward
Spirit of Democracy,
Friends in Woodsfield and in many other communities as well
were deeply shocked and grieved when on Monday morning of this week they
learned of the death of Dr. G. W. Steward, of
Although Dr. Steward had not been in rugged health since
his severe illness of last Spring, he had so far
recovered as to again make his professional rounds to a considerable extent. It
is stated that even as late as last Sunday morning he received patients in his
office. Death was due to cerebral hemorrhage.
Dr. Steward was a son of
Immediate relatives surviving are his widow, Mrs. Jennie
Hill Steward; four children; Frank Steward, of
Captain Wilford Steward was unable to attend because of the
serious illness of his wife.
Dr. Steward was a member of the
Dr. Steward appreciated to the utmost the various positions
which he held in public life, but he was, first and last, a physician, and his
profession held for him the greatest possible attraction.
To few people, indeed, has been
given the privilege of serving humanity so faithfully, so courageously and so
ably as that privilege was given to Dr. Steward. He was more than physician to
his hundreds of patients: he was a friendly guide and counselor, as well. That
his ministrations were more than physical is attested by the fact that he was
that type of physician of whom his patients were proud to say that they “felt
better the minute he entered the sick-room.”
Three years ago, on the occasion of his 81st
birthday, Dr. Steward was honored by an assemblage at his home of nearly 400
persons.
One of the most striking characteristics of Dr. Steward,
among his many other excellent traits, was his outspoken affection for the
beloved companion who is now his widow. To her he always gave, and justly,
credit for much of his ability to follow his profession so long and so
successfully.
Among those from a distance who paid a last tribute of
respect to Dr. Steward prior to the funeral were Dr. W. S. Fulton and party of
fellow-physicians, of
Over a thousand neighbors and friends, not only in and near
The schools were dismissed and in silent groups from
primary children to octogenarian, they stood and waited for the last
leave-taking. Few eyes were dry as they came from the room where surrounded by
flowers lay all that was mortal of him who had loved and served them as long as
many could remember.
Simplicity characterized the funeral service in charge of
his pastor Rev. M. Lofollette, pastor of the Jerusalem M. E. Church. He was
assisted by Mrs. Lafollette, Rev. W. J. Jones, pastor of the Woodsfield M E.
Church, and Rev. R. A. Marty, of Belmont, a former pastor of the Beallsville
circuit.
Pallbearers were as follows: Waldo Hilles, Barnesville; E.
L. Booth,
The floral tributes (and they were many) were carried by
Mrs. Ollie Thornberry’s Sunday School class, of the
Jerusalem M. E. Church.
Interment was made in the family lot in the
A Typical Incident
The following incident is typical of Dr. Steward’s
devotion to his profession:
On last Sunday morning a patient called at Dr. Steward home
for medical aid. He was met at the door by S. V. Steward, a son, who tried to
convince the caller that Dr. Steward was in no condition to see him. Dr.
Steward, overhearing the conversation, exercised his parental authority and
ordered the patient admitted. He prescribed for him, and shortly thereafter Dr.
Steward was suffering such pain, that Dr. McMullen of Somerton, a lifelong
friend, was summoned. He administered an opiate and said he would return later.
At about the time the effect of the opiate might have been to disappear, Dr.
Steward’s condition showed no appreciable change. Dr. McMullen then stated that
the patient’s condition warranted the calling in of another physician for
consultation. Dr. Lowe of Woodsfield was called later and it was ascertained
that Dr. Steward had sustained a cerebral hemorrhage.
Faithful to the end! It was Dr. Steward’s wish that he
might remain active in the practice of his profession until the very last. How
fully this wish was gratified is shown by the fact that shortly after
prescribing for his last patient he lapsed into a coma from which he did not rally.
Fleahman, William Fleahman
Fleahman. Mary Jane Fleahman
Spirit of Democracy,
Two children of Frank and Josephine Fleahman of
Death was due to typhoid fever, and they died within a few
hours of each other. William was aged 13 and Mary Jane 9.
Another sister, Johanna is seriously ill at the hospital
with the same disease. Louise, 19, a fourth sister is recovering from typhoid
at the family home.
Their father is a well known painter and a native of
Woodsfield.
Wright, Thomas
Spirit of Democracy,
Thomas Wright, aged 80, passed away at his home on Route
Three last Wednesday. He was well and favorably known here, together with his
family. Funeral services were held by his pastor Rev. R.E. Mason on Sunday
morning at Mt. Olive U. B. Church with burial in adjoining cemetery.
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