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Monroe County Obituaries

1934

Eleanor Young
Source: Newspaper clipping, Issue: 1934
    Miss Eleanor Young, the three months old daughter and only child of Ward and Irene Geldmacher Young, of near Lewisville, Ohio, passed away at their home about 12 o’clock Tuesday night following a short illness due to pneumonia.
    She was born July 27, 1934, and died October 30, 1934. She is survived by her parents, the maternal grandmother of near Lewisville and the paternal grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Frank Young of the home besides a number of other relatives and many friends who are saddened by her death.
    Short funeral services were held this Thursday afternoon at 1 o’clock at the home followed by final rites at St. John’s Middle Church near Lewisville, in charge of the pastor, Reverend Robert Johnson. Interment was in the Church cemetery.
    The bereaved family has the sincere sympathy of their many friends.

McMahon, Daniel Hanlon McMahon

Source: Newspaper clipping, Monroe County Ohio, August 1934

Daniel McMahon, aged 82 years, passed away at his home near Goudy's east of Woodsfield about 2:00 o'clock Tuesday morning August 14, 1934. He had been in failing health for several years but was seriously ill for only about two weeks.

He is survived by one sister, Mrs. Roena Warfield of Neffs and by two brothers, William J. McMahon of Neffs and John B. McMahon of west of Woodsfield. A number of other relatives and a host of friends also mourn his death.

Funeral services were held this Thursday afternoon, short services being held at the home followed by final rites at Goudy church in charge of Elder C. L. Mellott of Woodsfield. Interment was in the church cemetery. [Daniel was born 12 September 1852 in Monroe County, a son of Isaac and Jennetta (Hanlon) McMahon]

Allen Forest Latta

Source: MONROE COUNTY, OHIO OBITUARIES, Vol 2 (22 Feb 1934)

Dr. A. F. Latta passed away at his home at Cumberland, Ohio according to word received this Thursday morning. He was born and reared in the Calais community and for many years was a successful practicing physician at Graysville before moving to Cumberland. He is survived by his son Dr. R. H. Latta of Graysville. Interment was made in Calais cemetery, Monroe. Co.

Philip Rhines
Source: The Monroe County Republican, Woodsfield, Ohio, dated Monday, April 30, 1934 Collection of Gertrude Christman Kahrig
    Philip Rhines, aged 66 years, passed away at his home near West Marietta Street, Thursday evening, April 26, 1934, following a lengthy illness.
    Mr. Rhines is survived by his widow, Mrs. Catherine Kahrig Rhines; one sister, Mrs. Henry Christman, of Ozark, Ohio; two brothers, William Rhines, of New Brighton, Pennsylvania; and George Rhines, of Ozark, and a host of other relatives and friends.
    Mr. Rhines was employed as janitor at the First National bank for several years, He has many friends who are saddened to hear of his death.
    Funeral services were held Saturday afternoon, with short services at his late home at 1:30 o’clock, after which the remains were taken to the M. E. Church where final services were conducted at 2:00 o’clock by his pastor, the Reverend H. R. Chalfant. Burial was made in Oaklawn cemetery, Woodsfield, Ohio.

Mrs. Frank Neuhart - nee Estella “Stella” Leach

Source: Quaker City [Ohio] Home Towner, Friday 27 April 1934

Funeral services were held Friday afternoon at the home near Batesville for Mrs. Frank Neuhart, 60, a life-long resident of Noble County. Services were in charge of Rev. A. A. Gilmore and interment was made at Friends Cemetery.

She was married in 1890, her maiden name being Leach. Her husband and the following children survive; Forest A. and William O. Neuhart and Mrs. G. F. McPeek, Batesville; Mrs. Carlos Eshbaugh, Eldon; Mrs. Charles Betts, Freeport; and Gladys of the home. She also leaves five brothers, one sister and 17 grandchildren. One brother, a sister and one grandchild preceded her in death.

Pearl McCurdy

Source: The Marietta [OHIO] Times; 19 Nov 1934, p 10

NATIVE OF MARIETTA SUCCUMBS

Pearl McCurdy, 38, World War veteran, native of Marietta and a resident of this city until a year or two ago, died in Zanesville early Sunday morning. He was a victim of pneumonia with his death actually due to exposure according to Zanesville police.

Taken ill a few days ago McCurdy was attended at his home. He grew worse and developed a case of pneumonia. Late Saturday night, it is said, he arose from his bed and wandered away from the house. An alarm was given as soon as he was missed but before he was found, he had fallen unconscious to the ground and he died a short time afterward.

Marietta police were notified Sunday afternoon of McCurdy's death and were asked to communicate with relatives here. They were located and the body of the dead man was moved to Marietta late Sunday evening.

BADLY WOUNDED

McCurdy attracted widespread local attention a few years ago when his disability claims were recognized by the government and he was paid a large sum of money in the way of compensatiion for war time injuries. Allowance of his claim established the fact that during many months of service in France, McCurdy had been gassed and had been wounded . . . [THIS ENTIRE LINE IS ILLEGIBLE] in the A. E. F. suffered more injuries than did any Marietta man and his record shows that he literally was shot to pieces.

During the years immediately following the war McCurdy spent most of his time in army hospitals. One operation followed another and finally he was discharged to take his place in civilian life. Then his claims were allowed. He married about that time and took up his home in Marietta. Domestic differences ended that union and later he secured a divorce. Again he married and since that time he and his second wife and their child have been living in Zanesville.

MILITARY FUNERAL

McCurdy was a son of the late Douglas and Clarabelle McCurdy of Douglas Avenue, West Side. In addition to his family in Zanesville he is survived by several brothers and sisters, Lawrence McCurdy of Cleveland, Mrs. Freda Meeks of Waverly, W. Va., Mrs. Frances McCullick of Williamstown, W. Va., Mrs. Goldie Smith of Columbus, and Walter and Geneva McCurdy of Marietta.

For a number of years McCurdy was actively connected with the American Legion and he will be accorded military rights at his funeral.

Josiah B. Miller

Source: Cambridge Jeffersonian (Cambridge, Ohio); Wednesday, 23 May 1934

Josiah B. Miller, aged 75, died at the Barnesville Hospital Tuesday morning at 9:25 o'clock. He was admitted Saturday for treatment and underwent an operation Monday night. Mr. Miller was born in Monroe County July 26, 1859, the son of Adam and Eliza Miller. He lived in this community the great part of his life and was engaged in farming. He leaves his wife, Sarah E. Miller, and several children. Funeral services will be held at the home three miles south of Barnesville on the Waterworks road Thursday afternoon at 1 o'clock. Rev. Tom Butterfield will officiate and burial will be made in Southern Cemetery.

Emma Florence Hannahs nee Carpenter

Source: Summerfield news in the Noble County [Ohio] Leader; Wednesday, 9 May 1934

Funeral services for Emma, aged sixty-four years, wife of Elmer Hannahs of Route 1, whose death occurred Thursday evening, following an extended illness were conducted at 2:00 o'clock Saturday afternoon in the Valley Christian Church near Calais, by Rev. Barkus, of Cambridge. Interment was made in Calais Cemetery. Deceased was a daughter of Abel Carpenter and wife and had been a life long resident of the the Summerfield-Calais communities and was highly esteemed by all who knew her. In addition to her husband, she is survived by the following children; Mrs. Mattie Stephen of Calais, Mrs. Lousia Carpenter, Forest and Miles Route 1 and Ervin of the home; several grandchildren and sisters, Mrs. Belle Hannahs, Mrs. Able Brown and Mrs. Louise Carpenter of Summerfield Route 1.

Mrs. Charles Kinkade (Cordelia Delano Atwood)

Source: a local Bently, Illinois, newspaper

Cordelia Delaney** Atwood was born Nov. 11 1851 at Picatanica, Illinois. At an early age she came with her parents to Keokuk, Iowa.,where her father was engaged in the foundry business. When seven years old they moved to a farm one mile north of Oakwood, Illinois where she received her education.

On Nov. 24, 1872 she was united in marriage with Charles A. Kinkade and spent the first 2 years of married life in Iowa and Illinois. Later they moved to Missouri where they lived for 15 years. They then returned to Keokuk where they remained a short time when they took a homestead near Dodge City, Kansas. This they later sold and took a homestead in Ferry county, Washington.

Because of advancing age and declining health Mrs. Kinkade has spent the last 3 years. in the home of her daughter. Edna Smith in Bently, Illinois. She was cared for there until she passed away on Monday morning, April 8th at 2 ‘ clock at the age of 82 yrs., 4 mo., and 28 days.

Six children were born to Mr. and Mrs Kinkade, five of whom survive her. The eldest Andrew Kinkade died in infancy. Those who remain are, Mrs. Edna Ellen Smith, Alonzo Pearley, Emma Myrtle, Charles Frank,and William Stansberry Kinkade. These with 20 grandchildren join the bereaved husband in his sorrow.

At an early age Mrs. Kinkade united with the Christian Church continuing a member through her life. In 1892 she became a member of the Rebecca Order.

Funeral services were held in the Christian church in Bently, Wednesday afternoon at 1:30 conducted by Rev. J.W. Pearson of Kahoka, MO., and assisted by Rev. W.A. Taylor of Denver. Two solos, "Death Is But a Dream" and “The City Four Square" were sung by Robert Meadows, accompanied by Margarite O'Brien of Denver. Those in attendance from Kahoka were: Mrs.

J.W. Pearson, Mrs. Rachel Dixon, Mrs. Kate Widmore, Rachel Bales, Ben

Kinkade and Jesse Hall and family, and W.S. Kinkade and son Charles, of Dodge City, Kansas.

" There is springtime in my soul today, For when the Lord is near. The dove of peace sings in my heart, The flowers of grace appear. There is gladness in my soul today, And hope, and praise and love

For blessings which he has given me now--For joys laid up above".

**Submitter’s Note: This should be Delano.

Mildred L. Phillips

Source: Barnesville Enterprise, Barnesville, Ohio; 8 November 1934

The death of Mildred L. Phillips occurred at her home south of Barnesville early Tuesday morning, following a few weeks' illness of septic sore throat.

The deceased was born near Barnesville, May 8, 1915, and was a daughter of David and Mary Bunting Phillips. She graduated from the public schools in the class of 1934 and has been employed in the Cook restaurant on Central Main Street until about three weeks ago when she became ill. Her death was unexpected and a great shock to her friends.

Besides her parents, she leaves several brothers and sisters, all of the home.

The remains were moved to the Campbell Funeral Home where services will be conducted at one o'clock this Thursday afternoon, by the Rev. A. W. Deutsch of the Bethel Methodist Church, of which the deceased was a member, and burial will be made Calais Cemetery.

Theo Dullum

Published in the Great Falls Tribune on Sunday February 11, 1934 on page 7.

Theo Dullum, 45, a Great Falls merchant for many years, dropped dead Saturday morning while on his was to breakfast at the state hospital at Warm Springs, according to word received by relatives. The body will be brought to Great Falls and funeral services held Tuesday afternoon at 2 at the W. M. George Chapel. The Rev. Goodwin T. Olson will officiate. Burial will be in Highland Cemetery.

Death was attributed to a nervous breakdown from which Mr. Dullum had been suffering for many months. His condition became worse and on Jan. 17 he was taken to the state hospital for treatment.

Born at Brainerd, Minn., May 6, 1888, Mr. Dullum came to this city 23 years ago and with Warren Davis established the Valley Market, which he operated for more than 20 years. After Mr. Davis retired from the business, Mr. Dullum continued to run the place until the spring of 1932. The store was located at 15 Fourth Street South. After going out of business in 1932, Mr. Dullum became representative of the Booth Fishery of Seatle and St. Paul and shipped fish to the local markets.

He was a member of the Elks, Woodmen of the World and the Kiwanis Club, having been a charter member of the latter organization.

Surviving are the widow, Mrs. Emma Dullum, and son, Edward, 11 years old of this city and his father, a sister and several brothers in Minnesota.

Kahrig, Henry Kahrig

Spirit of Democracy, Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, January 11, 1934

Henry Kahrig, aged 63, passed away Friday morning at his home in Cambridge, Ohio January 4, 1934, following a year of illness.

Mr. Kahrig was born November 3, 1871 and lived near Lewisville, Ohio where he was a member of the Middle Church Evangelical Church. He had been a resident of Cambridge for the past sixteen years. He was employed as a mill worker.

He is survived by his widow, Mrs. Carrie Kirsch Kahrig; three daughters, Mrs. Rosa Hayes, of Mingo Junction, Ohio; Mrs. Dorotha Moffatt, of Brilliant, Ohio and Mrs. Mabel Cosby, of Cambridge, Ohio; four sisters, Mrs. Philip Rhines, of Woodsfield; Mrs. Gus Kilburn, and Mrs. Henry Kilburn of near Lewisville, Ohio and Mrs. Freda Weir, in Oklahoma; two brothers, Fred Kahrig, of Woodsfield, Ohio, and Philip Kahrig, of near Lewisville.

One son preceded him in death.

Funeral services were held Monday afternoon at two o’clock at the home, conducted by Rev. A. M. Hines, Pastor of Christ’s Evangelical Church.

Burial was made in Northwood Cemetery, Cambridge, Ohio.

Claus, Caroline Claus nee Haffner

LKP#5

We miss thee from thy place, dear mother,

We miss thee from thy place

A shadow o’er our life is cast

We miss the sunshine of thy face.

We miss thy kind and willing hand,

Thy fond and earnest care;

Our home is dark without thee

We miss thee everywhere.

There comes a time in every home when the loved ones must experience the sadness and innumerable heartaches that accompany the Grim Reaper Death, which in spite of all treatment and all that loving hands can do, all from earth the chosen one.

On Sun. evening, Sept. 30, 1934 Caroline Claus, nee Haffner, was called to peaceful rest. She was born Aug.23, 1864, being at the time of her death 70 years, 1 mo., and 7 days of age. She was the oldest daughter of Sebastian and Kathryn Haffner of Elk Twp., Noble Co., Ohio.

Mrs. Claus was baptized on the 5^th day of Mar., 1865, and in 1876 she was confirmed in Zion Evangelical church near Harriettsville, Ohio.

On Jan. 20, 1882, she was united in marriage to Fredrick Claus and they made their home in Malaga twp.

Preceding her in death are 2 sons, William H. Claus and Pvt. Clemence G. Claus, who died in Dernbuch, Germany during the war.

Surviving her are her husband, Fredrick Claus, 3 daughters and 4 sons, Mrs. Anna Christman, Mrs. Minnie Egger and Mrs. Clara Christman, all of Lewisville Rt.1; Edwin Claus and Benjamin F. Claus, of Hornick, Iowa; Leroy A. Claus and Gilbert J. Claus of Lewisville Rt.1; also one sister, Mrs. Minnie Zimmerman, of Lower Salem, and 2 brothers, George Haffner, of Harrietsville.

Two sisters, Eva Haffner and Louisa Pabst, have preceded her in death.

She also leaves to mourn her departure 24 grandchildren and 4 great grandchildren, besides a large number of other relatives and a host of friends.

Four grandchildren and one great grandchild have also preceded her in death.

Funeral services were conducted at St. John’s Evangelical Church, Miltonsburg, on Wed. Morning, Oct. 3, at 10:00 o’clock by her pastor, Rev. Robert Johnson. She was laid to rest in the Miltonsburg cemetery.

Mother is gone but not forgotten,

Never shall her memory fade,

Sweetest thoughts shall ever linger

‘Round the grave where she is laid.

We loved her, yes, we loved her,

But her Savior loved her more,

So the angels sweetly called her

To that bright and happy shore.

I cannot say-I will not say

That she is dead-she is just away;

With a cheery smile and a wave of her hand

She has wandered to an unknown land.

Gatten, Hannah Jane Gatten nee Highman

LKP#6

Hannah Jane Highman was born July 14, 1844 and departed this life February 19, 1934 being, at the time of her death, 89 years, 7 months and 5 days of age. Having been in childhood very frail it was given her to remain many years the last survivor of a large family.

On March 28, 1871 she was united in marriage to Joseph Thomas Gatten who preceded her in death on August 20, 1910. To this union were born five children. Winfield Scott Gatten, of near Woodsfield; Hamilton Gatten of Mt. Pleasant, Michigan; Tabitha Jane Gray, of Bellaire; John Gatten, of near Woodsfield, and Oliver Gatten who preceded her in death

Mrs. Gatten leaves to mourn her sad departure the four children mentioned above, twenty-five grand children, eighteen great grandchildren and a host of other relatives and friends.

Early in life she affiliated herself with the Methodist Episcopal Church to which faith she remained devoutly constant to the end. In early womanhood she was the foundation of our nation shaken by the Civil War.

She left a dear and loving brother at Gettysburg. Through these and subsequent crisis and bereavement she was held believing that “All things work together for good to those who love the Lord.” The simplicity of her faith in her declining years was a beautiful object lesson to a younger and more frivolous world. Always generous and tender hearted to sacrifice for others was part of her nature. Just as her life had been calm, her departure was also calm, and coming as it did at the eventide one is instinctively reminded of Tennyson’s immortal poem on death.

Sunset and evening star,

And one clear call for me;

And may there be no moaning of the bar,

When I put out to sea,

But such a tide as moving seems asleep,

Too full for sound and foam,

When that which drew from out the boundless deep

Turns again home.

Twilight and evening bell,

And after that the dark;

And may there be no sadness of farewell,

When I embark;

For though from out our bourne of

Time and Place

The flood may bear me far,

I hope to see my Pilot face to face

When I have crossed the bar.

Gatten, Hannah Jane Gatten 2^nd obit

Spirit of Democracy, Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, February 22, 1934

LKP#6

Mrs. Hannah Jane Gatten, aged about 89 years, died Monday evening at the home of her son John near Graysville. Death was due to infirmities of advanced age.

Funeral services will be held this Thursday afternoon at Conner Ridge M. E. Church in charge of the pastor, Rev. G. H. Langford, of Stafford.

Besides the son above mentioned, there are two other sons and a daughter; Hamilton Gatten of Mt. Pleasant, Mich.; Winfield of Woodsfield R.2; and Mrs. Tabitha Kerth, of Bellaire. There are twenty-five grandchildren and 20 great grandchildren.

Mrs. Gatten is kindly remembered by many of our older citizens for the fine type of woman she was.

Carpenter, Abel Carpenter

Source: Noble County [Ohio] Leader; Wednesday, 16 May 1934

Abel Carpenter, aged sixty-seven years, a life-long resident of the Calais community, died Friday evening from dropsy. He was a son of David and Amelia Carpenter and is survived by one son and the following brothers and sisters; Robert and Mrs. Rachel Goodhart, of Calais, Frank and Mrs. Kate Gilmore of Quaker City route, Mrs. Rebecca Bowman, of Delaware, Mrs. Emeline Carpenter of Whigville, Mrs. Angelina Leach, of Summerfield, Grover and Mary Ellen Carpenter, of the home. Funeral services were held at the late home Sunday afternoon and interment was made in the Calais Cemetery.

Christy, Mrs. John T. Christy nee Sloan

Spirit of Democracy, Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, January 25, 1934

Mrs. John T. Christy, aged 68, died at her home on Woodsfield, Route 2 last Friday. While she had not been in good health for some time, no alarm was felt and her death came unexpectedly. She is survived by her husband and several grown children.

Funeral services were held on Sunday afternoon in charge of Rev. W. A. Weddle. Interment in the Sloan cemetery. Mrs. Christy who was the daughter of the late Wash and Hannah Sloan, was essentially a home woman and there she ministered with love and kindness, friend and stranger.

We hope to publish a complete and suitable obituary notice soon.

[date of death—January 19, 1934]

Wilson, William P. Wilson

Spirit of Democracy, Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, January 25, 1934

William P. Wilson, 68, died at his home at Alledonia early Saturday morning, following a short illness. The deceased is survived by his wife, Mrs. Louisa Wilson, a son Harley, a granddaughter, Jean Wilson; a niece, Mrs. Roy Thomas; two sisters, Mrs. Jessie Hatcher.

The funeral was held at 1:30 Tuesday afternoon at the Belmont Ridge church with interment in the church cemetery, in charge of W. L. Toothman.

The son, Harley Wilson, of Wellsboro, Pa., had been seriously ill due to an accident in which he was seriously burned and was in the hospital at or near the time of his father’s death. [William died January 20, 1934]

Keevert, George Keevert

Spirit of Democracy, Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, January 25, 1934

George Keevert, aged 86 years, passed away about 10:00 o’clock Wednesday morning at his home on Woodsfield Route 5. His death followed a few weeks illness due to pneumonia. Mr. Keevert lived alone, his wife having preceded him in death in 1921 and his daughter several years ago.

He is survived by a number of nieces and nephews besides a host of friends. Mr. Keevert was a highly respected resident of this county.

Funeral services will be held at the home Friday morning at 10 o’clock followed by final rites at Moffett M. E. Church in charge of Rev. J. L. Baker. This will be a military funeral with Monroe Post No.87 in charge of the ritualistic service. Mr. Keevert was one of the few remaining Civil War veterans in Monroe County. [George died January 24, 1934]

Armstrong, Anna Armstrong nee Duffield

Spirit of Democracy, Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, February 15, 1934

Mrs. Anna Armstrong, widow of the late E. W. Armstrong, died Sunday evening at the home of her granddaughter, Mrs. Elwood Gillespie of Weirton, W.Va., where she had been visiting for a few days. She was about eighty-five years of age and though not in rugged health, was active in body and mind for a person well past four-score years.

Mrs. Armstrong’s maiden name was Anna Duffield and she was born and reared in Wheeling. After her marriage to E. W. Armstrong, they made their home in Woodsfield, her husband being a leading Monroe County merchant for many years.

She is survived by three sons and one daughter. They are James of Woodsfield, with whom she made her home; Clarence, of Canton; Gene, in California and Mrs. Stella Brown, of Cisco, Tex.

The body was brought to Woodsfield Monday evening and taken to the home of her son James where funeral services were held Wednesday afternoon in charge of Rev. W. H. Petry, of the Presbyterian church, assisted by Rev. H. R. Chalfant of the M. E. Church. Interment was made in the family lot in Oaklawn cemetery.

Mrs. Armstrong was a member of the Presbyterian church, and her friends knew her best in her home where she served her family, neighbors and friends and the passing stranger. Retiring and kindly by nature, those who knew her best, knew her there and by many of our older citizens she is remembered kindly for the fine woman she was.

Flower, Alonzo Flower

Spirit of Democracy, Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, March 8, 1934

Alonzo Flower, 71, of St. Mary’s, W. Va, father of C. E. Flower of Marietta, died suddenly at his home in St. Mary’s on Wednesday, March 7^th, at 5 a.m. death was due to heart trouble.

Funeral services will be held at St. Mary’s on Friday and interment will be made there.

Mr. Flower was a native of Monroe County. He was born at Graysville, where he spent his earlier life. He lived in St. Mary’s for the past 37 years, and until he retired a few years ago, he conducted a grocery in St. Mary’s.

Survivng are five sons and daughters, C. E. Flower, secretary of the Crescent Supply Company in Marietta; Roy Flower, Ernest Flower and Mrs. Ora White, of St. Mary’s, W. Va.; and Mrs. Lena LaRue, of Los Angeles, Calif.

Sawyers, Elizabeth Sawyers

Spirit of Democracy, Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, March 8, 1934

Word was received here Saturday by Atty. J. K. Sawyers, Jr., of the death of an aunt, Miss Elizabeth Sawyers, which occurred in Marysville, Mo., about 1:30 Saturday morning.

Miss Sawyers had been in her usual health until a day or two prior to her death, which came very expectedly following severe pains about the shoulders and chest. The end came so quickly that when her sister, Mrs. Jennie Snyder, who was present reached her side she was beyond aid.

Miss Sawyers was born on May 30, 1861, near Altitude, this county, being a daughter of the late William O. and Mrs. Agnes Sawyers. About 43 years ago the Sawyers family moved to a farm west of Marysville where the deceased resided until 1914, in which year her brother, Atty, W. G. Sawyers, built a home in Marysville, where Miss Sawyers resided with him until her death, and by this brother she will be most keenly missed.

Among other relatives, besides the brother mentioned above and Mrs. Snyder, who was a twin sister, the deceased is survived by the following brothers and sisters; Rev. Henry Sawyers, of St. Joseph, Mo.; Robert Sawyers, John K. Sawyers, Mrs. Lulu (Clark) Neff and Mrs. Lawrence (Christina) Gault, all of Marysville.

The body was taken to the Campbell funeral home in Marysville, where hundreds of friends paid a last tribute to one whose life and deeds had marked her as being worthy of the highest esteem. To her, life meant sacrifice for and devotion to the comfort and welfare of those nearest and dearest.

Miss Sawyers was a lifelong member of the Presbyterian church, and funeral services were held from the Marysville Presbyterian church at 2:00 o’clock on March 5^th, constituting a last tribute to a life whose outstanding aim was to be wholly worthy and deserving of the reward which is so rightfully hers.

Interment was in the Marysville cemetery.

[date of death—March 3, 1934]

Glasser, John H. Glasser

Spirit of Democracy, Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, March 8, 1934

Friends and relatives here have received word of the death of John H. Glasser, aged 29 years, which occurred Wednesday afternoon at 3:30 o’clock at the family home in Bellaire. He had been ill one day with pleurisy.

The decedent was toll collector on the Interstate Bridge at Bellaire and had been at work on Tuesday. He is survived by his parents, Mr. and Mrs. John P. Glasser; two sisters, Sister Mary Acquineth of Dennison, Ohio, and Sister Anna Marie, of Covington, Ky., and one brother Robert Glasser of the home, besides many other relatives and a host of friends.

Funeral arrangements are incomplete at this time.

Mr. Glasser was a nephew of Mrs. Margaret Schumacher of Maple Avenue and has visited here on various occasions. His father is a former Monroe county resident. The entire community extend sincere sympathy to the bereaved family. [John died March 7, 1934]

Zwick, Henry Zwick

Spirit of Democracy, Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, June 14, 1934

Henry Zwick, aged 63 years, passed away Saturday noon at his home in Miltonsburg following an extended illness.

Mr. Zwick was born near Lewisville, and resided on a farm there for many years, later buying the Abe Walters farm near Miltonsburg. A few years ago he moved to Miltonsburg where he has since resided. He was a highly respected citizen and has many friends who are saddened by his death.

Surviving are his widow, Mrs. Hannah Burkhart Zwick; five daughters, Mrs. Clarence Kress of Bridgeport; Mrs. Ben Brubach, of Woodsfield; Misses Kathryn, Laura, and Madeline Zwick of the home; and two sons, E. A. Zwick of Zanesville and Franklin Zwick of the home. Four grandchildren, Eileen and Virgil Kress of Bridgeport; Martha Jane Brubach of Woodsfield, and Eddie Zwick of Zanesville; two sisters, Mrs. Rosa Smithberger of near Summerfield and Mrs. Katie Schoeppner of near Harriettsville; six brothers: Michael and John Zwick of Louisville, Stark

County; and George, P. W., Joseph and Charles Zwick all of the Lewisville community, besides a host of other relatives and friends.

Funeral services were held at St. John’s Church, Miltonsburg at 9:00 o’clock Tuesday morning, in charge of his pastor, Rev. George Drescher. Interment was made in the church cemetery.

Sincere sympathy is extended to the bereaved family.

[Henry died June 9, 1934]

Smith, Madison Smith

Spirit of Democracy, Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, June 14, 1934

Madison Smith, about 80 years of age, passed away at his home at Richfork on Sunday evening, June 9.[sic-June 10]

He is survived by one son, Herman, and one daughter, Mrs. Edith Latta, both of the home. Three brothers and two sisters also survive, namely: Alexander, John and Ross Smith, all of Lewisville Route; Mrs. Melissa McMullen, of Malaga, and Sally Stickling of Woodsfield. Burial was made at Hartshorn Ridge on Tuesday afternoon.

Henderson, John B. Henderson

Spirit of Democracy, Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, June 14, 1934

John B. Henderson, aged 84 years, passed away at the home of his son, C. L. Henderson in Martins Ferry at 7:00 o’clock on Friday evening, June 8^th. He had been ill since the first of April.

Mr. Henderson was preceded in death some years ago by his wife. He is survived by three sons, the above named C. L. Henderson, of Martins Ferry; J. L. Henderson, of Carrollton, Ohio; and J. N. Henderson of Rinard Mills; three daughters, Mrs. A. V. Smith, of Parkers Landing, Pa.; Mrs. Blanche Marshall, of Pittsburgh; and Mrs. J. B. Martin, of Woodsfield.

Mr. Henderson was a native of Perry-tp., but for the past several years has made his home with his son at Martins Ferry. He has many friends in Monroe county who are sorry to learn of his death.

Funeral services were held at the Antioch Church of Christ Monday afternoon in charge of Evangelist A. E. Harper, of St. Mary’s, W. Va. Interment was made in the Antioch cemetery.

Hubbard, Joseph B. Hubbard

Spirit of Democracy, Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, June 14, 1934

Joseph B. Hubbard first saw the light of day at Wills Creek, Monroe County, April 5^th, 1858. Death came suddenly May 29^th, 1934. Surrounded by his immediate family at his home in Woodsfield the summons came suddenly to the Home Eternal called him. Those of us who knew him and his joys and burdens were both shocked and grieved, for we had seen and greeted him a few days before in his daily walks to and from the office. Some of us knew the one big dark cloud that always threatened, the fear of total blindness and the bodily pain that was his as well.

J. B. Hubbard was recorder of deeds of Monroe County at the time of his death. In his care were the precious documents of this county. How prompt and conscientious he was in his duty toward Monroe County is a matter of record. So, Rev. H. R. Chalfant of the Methodist Episcopal church took as his text II Corinthians 1:23: “Morevover I call God for a record upon my soul.” The speaker dwelt upon his care and faithfulness as Recorder of deeds and the documents of the county. The record of his soul was in the hands of the God Almighty who knew his piety and his closer walk with God. Rev. Henry Fox of the St. Paul’s Evangelical church conducted the services and dwelt briefly upon the plain, simple life of service of J. B. Hubbard as husband, father, brother, neighbor, friend, advisor and Recorder, his place of humility among his fellow men.

Kind neighbors and friends as well as the associates from the court house came to offer their friendly services to the family as soon as the sad news of his passing was made known. Their deeds of kindness, their words of sympathy, the floral tributes, the tender hymns, all spoke eloquently of the esteem in which he was held. The home was filled to overflowing at the funeral services. Then mournfully and silently came the journey to his final resting place at Oaklawn cemetery where reverently bowed heads and bated breath witnessed the committal service.

There remain to mourn his sudden departure his widow, Louise May Cline Hubbard, with whom he was united in marriage September 16, 1882. Likewise three daughters and two sons, Mrs. Edna Poulton of Woodsfield; Mrs. Opal Grant, of Ashland; Miss Ouida Hubbard, of the home; Earl Hubbard of Byesville, Ohio; Ollie Hubbard, of Mt. Pleasant, Mich.; sixteen grandchildren and three great grandchildren besides a host of other friends and relatives.

The family takes this opportunity to thank all who at the time of Mr. Hubbard’s death by word or deed showed such comforting kindness.

Morris, Lee Morris

Spirit of Democracy, Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, June 28, 1934

Scores of friends in this community were sorely shocked and grieved.

when word came of the death of Lee Morris at the Ohio Valley General Hospital, Wheeling at 11:30 o’clock last Friday morning in which institution he had been a patient for the previous five weeks.

Just prior to entering the hospital he had been ill from an attack of the measles. Immediately following this a highly vicious type of blood infection resulted from a scratch on his right thumb, and upon consulting with physician he was ordered taken to the hospital at once.

After a brave struggle, this infection was apparently conquered. Pleurisy developed and this too ran its course and the patient seemed well on his way to recovery. But the long fight against these various onslaughts proved to great a strain on the heart and collapse came about 36 hours prior to his death. Blood transfusions had been given at intervals during his illness, and oxygen was used in the hope that the heart might be able to regain some measure of strength, but to no avail.

Mr. Morris was born in Center township, this county, 34 years ago. For the past three years he had been employed as custodian of Linsly Institute, Wheeling. He also owned the confectionery on South Main street, Woodsfield, now being operated by Mrs. Estella DeCovey. He had been married about twelve years.

Besides his wife, Mrs. Ina Keller Morris, he is survived by his mother, Mrs. Catherine Morris, of High street, Woodsfield and two sisters, Miss Oliva Morris of High street and Miss Temple Morris of North Sycamore street, Woodsfield; two brothers, Edward of ____Lewisville road, and Robert, of Jerusalem Route 2. His father, the late A. O. Morris, preceded him in death about eight years ago.

He was a member of the First Presbyterian Church, Wheeling, and

also of the Knights of Pythias lodge of Woodsfield, the latter organization attending the funeral services in a body.

The body was brought to the home of his mother last Friday evening, where scores of friends followed to pay their respects. Following the short services at 3:00 o’clock Sunday afternoon further services were conducted at the Woodsfield Presbyterian Church. Officiating these services were Rev. W. H. _____ pastor, Rev. Frederick W. Cropp Jr., pastor of the First Presbyterian Church, Wheeling; and Dr. James M. Potter, president of Linsly Institute, the latter being the principal speaker. Dr. Potter spoke of the high esteem and the high degree of affection which Lee was held by everyone connected with Linsly. His____good-nature and his ____cheerfulness endeared him to everyone. No more sincere tribute could be paid to anyone in that expressed by the head of Linsly Institute to the memory of the one who has left us. It is a touching tribute to a life ___ __was clean, lovable and useful.

The services were largely attended.

A male quartette, composed Charles and Elwood Drum, Ivan___ and S. M. Strickling rendered selections at the service at the home and at the church.

At Oak Lawn cemetery the burial ritual of the Knights of Phythias was used, prayer also being offered by each of the three ministers above named.

Interment was made beside the body of the late Arthur DeCovey, brother-in-law, who died in December of last year.

Smith, Bessie Smith nee Holmes

Spirit of Democracy, Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, June 28, 1934

Mrs. Brady Smith, nee Bessie Holmes, aged 29 years, passed away at the Wells Hospital, Cambridge about 10:00 o’clock Sunday night following an operation early that morning for appendicitis. Mrs. Smith who had been ill for several days was taken to the hospital early Sunday morning but her appendix had burst before she reached the hospital.

Mrs. Smith leaves to mourn her sad departure her husband, one son, Gene, aged 9 years, and one daughter, Thelma Eileen, age 4 months; her mother, Mrs. Anna Holmes; and the following brothers and sisters, Mrs. Dan Ginther and Mrs. Hazel Barr, of Woodsfield; Mrs. Cecil Carrick of Hollidays Cove, Weirton, W.Va.; John Holmes and Everett Holmes, of Steubenville; Mrs. Rodney Rodgers of Lore City, Ohio; Fred Homes, of Ironton, and Mrs. Alva Berry of Jerusalem.

Short funeral services were held at the home near West Marietta street at 2:00 o’clock Wednesday afternoon followed by final rites at the Chruch of Christ with the pastor, Evangelist J. V. A. Traylor in charge.

Interment was in Oaklawn cemetery.

Ewing, Florence Ewing nee Read

Spirit of Democracy, Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, June 28, 1934

Mrs. Florence Read Ewing, aged 59, wife of Fred Anderson Ewing, died at 5:30 o’clock Friday evening at the family home at Glen Easton, W.Va. Deceased was a native of Woodsfield, a daughter of John Read, a former Monroe county deputy sheriff. Thirty-five years ago she was united in marriage to Mr. Ewing. She was a member of the M. E. Church.

Surviving are the husband and five children: J. Dallas Ewing, Addison Ewing, Mrs. Emeline Schwart, of Glen Easton, and Mrs. Francis Willison and Fred Anderson Ewing, Jr., the latter two of Moundsville. There are five grandchildren, also a sister, Mrs. Edward Sarver of Pleasant Valley, and two brothers, Fred and Frank Read of Wheeling.

Funeral services were held from the home on Monday with interment made at Mt. Rose cemetery, Moundsville.

Mrs. Ewing was a woman of fine personality and is kindly remembered by many of our older and Mrs. Rupert Stephens and friends who knew her more intimately.

Edgerton, William D. Edgerton

Spirit of Democracy, Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, July 5, 1934

William D. Edgerton, prominent Belmont county farmer and fruit grower, died at his home one mile from Barnesville last Sunday morning at 10:00 o’clock.

Mr. Edgerton held a birthright in the Friends church and services were held from the Stillwater meeting house on Tuesday afternoon, according to the Friends rites. Interment was in Stillwater cemetery.

Mr. Edgerton was 80 years old. For many years he was salesman for the Knight-Bostwick nursery. He was well known in Woodsfield where many lawns have been beautified through his efforts.

Mr. Edgerton was a man of sterling character and will be greatly missed not only in his own community but in many others as well.

Deceased was born on September 33, 1854, south of Barnesville, a son of the late James and Mary Ann Edgerton and spent his entire life in that vicinity. On July 2, 1881, he was united in marriage to Miss Louisa Gibbons, who preceded him in death several years ago. Surviving are three daughters, Miss Emma, at home; Mrs. Alice McMillen and Mrs. Jessie Rogers of east of Barnesville. Also surviving are a brother, James Edgerton of Trenton, N. J., and four sisters, Mrs. Caroline Evans, of Media, Pa.; Mrs. Sarah Maxwell, of Plainfield, Ind., and Mrs. Anna Winters of Pasadena, Calif.

Nowell, J. R. Nowell

Spirit of Democracy, Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, July 5, 1934

J. R. Nowell, aged 76 years, highly respected Woodsfield, citizen, passed away at his home near Marietta street at 1:05 this Thursday afternoon. Although his health had been failing for some time his condition was not considered serious until the past ten days.

As we go to press funeral arrangements are incomplete.

Mr. Nowell is a former engineer on the O. R. & W. railroad and has many friends who are saddened by his death.

Lynch, Elisha L. Lynch

Spirit of Democracy, Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, July 19, 1934

Attorney Elisha L. Lynch, oldest member of the Monroe County bar, passed away at his home on ___Paul street Tuesday morning at 8:40 o’clock.

He was nearly 87 years of age and went to his office daily until a few weeks ago, being blessed with unusual good health throughout his entire life. He was the last member of his family, eight sisters and one brother having preceded him in death.

Mr. Lynch was born at Brownsville, Ohio, July 8, 1847. On December 27, 1868, he was united in marriage to Elizabeth Read, of Woodsfield. To this union five daughters and three sons were born. His wife preceded him in death about ten years ago, followed by a son, Attorney W. B. Lynch and a daughter, Mrs. Charles Ogle.

Surviving him are four daughters and two sons; Miss Lucetta and Guy at home; Mrs. E. E. ___hall, Mrs. Wm. F. Bertram, Mrs. Harry M. Smith, of Woodsfield and Judge Charles J. Lynch of Bellaire.

Mr. Lynch became a member of the Christian church at Antioch when a young man and his life was characterized by rugged individualism, industry, honesty, hospitality and courtesy. Fraternally he was a member of the I. O. O. F. Lodge and is one of the oldest, if not the oldest member in the county, as he was also of the Monroe County Bar.

Funeral services were held this afternoon at the residence and were largely attended. Religious rites were in charge of Rev. H. R. Chalfant of the Woodsfield M. E. church. The Bar Association, Rebekah Lodge and I. O. O. F. Lodge attended the services as units, members of the Rebekahs carrying the beautiful floral tributes, and the Oddfellows participating in the final services at Oak Lawn cemetery.

Next week we hope to publish a more complete eulogy of the eminent citizen whose life has long been associated with that of his community.

Ford, Emma Clara Ford

Spirit of Democracy, Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, July 19, 1934

Miss Emma Clara Ford, aged 54 years, died Tuesday, July 10^th, in Columbus. She is survived by four sisters, Mrs. Fred Friday, of Akron; Misses Josephine, Hattie and Belle, all of Woodsfield. The body was brought to the home of her sisters on North Main street, Woodsfield, on Thursday evening of last week and funeral services were conducted from that place at 10:00 o’clock Friday morning with Rev. H. R. Chalfant of the Methodist Episcopal Church in charge. Burial was made in Oak Lawn cemetery.

NOTE—Mrs. Friday who was seriously ill at the time of her sister’s death passed away Monday, at the home of her daughter in Akron.

Card of Thanks—We desire to express our gratitude and appreciation for the assistance and sympathy of friends at the time of the death of our beloved sister, Emma Clara Ford.---The Sisters

Friday, Mrs. Fred Friday

Spirit of Democracy, Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, July 19, 1934

Mrs. Fred Friday passed away at the home of her daughter, Mrs. J. H. Mahoney of Akron on Monday July 16^th.

Death followed a long illness from pernicious aenemia.

The funeral was held this Thursday at Akron after which the body was taken to her home in Senecaville, followed by interment in the Senecaville cemetery.

Wood, Louise Wood nee Seal

Spirit of Democracy, Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, July 19, 1934

Word has been received at Shadyside by Mrs. W. F. Rist of Belmont avenue that her brother’s wife, Mrs. Mason Wood, passed away on July 8, at her home in Deer Park, Wash. The funeral was held on July 5^th,[sic-15^th] interment being made at Deer Park.

Mrs. Wood was formerly Miss Louise Seal of Beallsville and Mr. and Mrs. Wood resided for many years at Woodsfield, moving to Washington about thirty years ago. They are well known to the older generation in this vicinity.

One daughter preceded her in death several years ago. Besides her husband she is survived by one grand daughter, Betty Sparks, aged 12 years.

Robinson, Marion Robinson

Spirit of Democracy, Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, August 23, 1934

Funeral services for Marion Robinson, 80, of near Stafford, whose death occurred suddenly from a heart attack Saturday afternoon, were held at his late home Monday by Rev. G. H. Langford, of Stafford, after which the body was taken to Summerfield, Eastern cemetery for burial.

He is survived by his widow, one son, Edmund Robinson, Tulsa, Okla., and two daughters, Nellie of Muskogee, Okla., and Mrs. Nina Whitlock, in California.

Mr. Robinson for a number of years held large interests in the oil and gas business in eastern Ohio and Oklahoma. [d. August 18, 1934]

Barnes, A. E. Barnes

Spirit of Democracy, Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, August 23, 1934

Rev. A. E. Barnes, aged 83, retired minister, died on Wednesday evening of last week at his home in New Martinsville.

He was born in Somerton, February 27, 1851, and entered the ministry fifty-two years ago. [Mr. Barnes died August 15, 1934]

Curtis, Cole Curtis

Spirit of Democracy, Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, August 23, 1934

Cole Curtis, 65, lifelong resident of Curtis Ridge, east of Summerfield, died Monday morning at his home from heart disease. Surviving him are his widow, formerly Anna Frye, Macksburg, and two daughters, Lizzie and Cora Curtis, at home; two brothers, Joseph and Emmett Curtis, Summerfield, Rt. 3, and three sisters, Mrs. Nancy Swain, Macksburg, Mrs. Mary Ann Reed, Middleburg, and Mrs. Sarah Curtis, near Athens. [d. August 20, 1934]

Parry, J. R. Parry

Spirit of Democracy, Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, August 30, 1934

Dr. J. R. Parry, aged 79 years, highly respected resident of Woodsfield passed away at 6:15 Wednesday morning, August 29^th at his home on Eastern Avenue, from an illness of several months, having been in declining health for the past two years.

He is survived by his wife, one daughter, Miss Georgia, of Cleveland; two sons, Dr. Thayer Parry, and Ward Parry, both of Akron. A number of other relatives and a host of friends also mourn his departure.

Also surviving are three grandchildren; Ward Parry, Jr., of Akron and John and June Parry, of Philadelphia, Pa.

One son, Roger, preceded his father in death several years ago.

Dr. Parry was well and favorably known throughout the entire community. He has been practicing medicine for the past fifty-six years.

Funeral services will be held at the home at 3:00 o’clock Friday afternoon in charge of Rev. W. H.___ of the First Presbyterian Church. Interment will be in the Oaklawn cemetery.

Rutter, William Franklin Rutter

Spirit of Democracy, Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, August 30, 1934

William Franklin Rutter, aged 73 years, passed away about 8:00 o’clock Friday morning, August 24^th at the home of his daughter, Mrs. Charles Jeffers of Mt. Carrick, east of Woodsfield. His death followed a lengthy illness.

He is survived by his widow, four daughters, Mrs. Charles Jeffers of Mt. Carrick, Mrs. Wallace of near Bellaire, Mrs. Laura Taylor and Mrs. Charles McCaslin of Woodsfield, two sons, Charles Rutter of North Jackson and Ivan Rutter of near Altitude, besides a large number of other relatives and friends.

Funeral services were conducted Sunday afternoon, short services being held at the Jeffers home at 2:00 o’clock followed by final rites at the Mt. Carrick church in charge of Minister J. V. A. Traylor of the Woodsfield Church of Christ. Interment was in the church cemetery.

Ollom, Elsie Ollom nee Walter

Spirit of Democracy, Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, August 30, 1934

At an early hour Thursday morning of last week, Mrs. Elsie Walter

Ullom, [sic-Ollom] 33, passed away at the Wetzel hospital, where she underwent an operation about two weeks previous. Mrs. Ollom had been employed as bookkeeper for the Habermehl Co., at Clarington a number of years ago, and at the time of death was employed in the same capacity by the local Bowser Sales and Trading Corp. store.

She is survived by her husband, John Ollom, one daughter and two sons, and her father, Charles Walter of Kent, and one sister and brother of that place.

Funeral services were held Sunday afternoon at 2:00 o’clock from the late home north of Clarington, with interment in Clarington cemetery.

[date of death-August 23, 1934]

Workman, Florence Workman

Spirit of Democracy, Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, August 30, 1934

Mrs. Florence Workman, aged 58 years, was found dead in bed Sunday morning at the home of her sister, Mrs. Allie Ferrell at Neffs. Death was the result of a heart attack. [Florence died August 26, 1934]

Among the survivors are, a son, Russell Workman, of near Beallsville.

Funeral services were held Monday at the Elbert-Duffy funeral home in Bellaire, after which the body was taken to Barberton for burial.

Fulton, Andrew Fulton

Spirit of Democracy, Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, September 13, 1934

Local relatives received word Wednesday of the death of Andrew Fulton which occurred at the Cook County Hospital, Chicago on Tuesday. Death is said to have been due to injuries received in a street car accident.

The body will arrive in Barnesville Friday morning and will be taken to the home of Mr. and Mrs. Homer Feldner on South Paul street where funeral services will be held that morning at 10:30 o’clock. Mrs. Feldner is a niece of the deceased.

Mr. Fulton, aged 48 years and unmarried, is survived by several brothers and sisters, including Dr. W. E. Fulton and Dr. John Fulton, of Akron; Mrs. Alice Kasserman of Ravenna; Mrs. Wesley Bauer, of Clarington; Mrs. Charles Parks, of Mackburg; Vernon Fulton, of Martins Ferry; Mrs. Harry Holden, of Ravenna; and Mrs. Ida Montgomery, of Chicago.

Interment will be made in Oak-lawn cemetery.

The deceased was born and reared in the Altitude community and was a resident of Woodsfield for several years before going to Chicago, where he had made his home for the past six years. [d.—September 11, 1934]

Parry, John Rogers Parry 2^nd obit

Spirit of Democracy, Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, September 13, 1934

John Rogers Parry was born July 14, 1855 and died August 29, 1934. He was born at Buersville, Washington county, Pennsylvania, son of Elizabeth Pugh Parry and Roger Lewis Parry, both of whom were born in Wales.

Dr. Parry was the youngest of nine children, six sons and three daughters, none of whom survive.

Dr. Parry was twice married, first to Katherine A. Watson, daughter of Captain James Watson and Mary Devore Watson, in December 1879. To this union two children were born, Beatrice Lee and Mary Ethel, both of whom died in infancy. Mrs. Parry’s death occurred on December 12, 1882.

On April 19, 1886, Dr. Parry was again united in marriage with Minnie Elizabeth Gatchell, daughter of John D. and Margaret Jane Gatchell, who survives him. To this union five children were born:

Georgia Parry, instructor in the Heights High School, Cleveland Heights, Ohio.

John Rogers Parry, who had been practicing eye surgery in Philadelphia prior to his death in that city on November 16, 1925.

Hildred, who died in infancy.

Ward Hudson Parry, in business in Akron, Ohio.

Dr. Thayer L. Parry, of Akron

The following grandchildren also survive:

Ward Hudson Parry, Jr. of Akron; Jane E. Parry, John Rogers Parry III, of Philadelphia.

At the age of fourteen, J. R. Parry entered Jacktown Academy at Jacktown, Pa. After completing his course there he took his pre-medical work at the Monongahela College and Allegheny College. At intervals during his college work he was engaged in teaching. Meanwhile he was reading medicine under his older brother, Dr. W. M. Parry, and later he took the full course in medicine and surgery then offered at the Ohio Medical College at Cincinnati, now known as the University of Cincinnati.

In 1891 and 1892 he pursued graduate courses in general medicine, physicial diagnosis and operative surgery, at the New York Polyclinic, for which he was granted a diploma in the latter year.

The early years of Dr. Parry’s general practice were spent in Graysville, Monroe County, Ohio. Later he transferred his residence to Woodsfield, entering into professional partnership with the late Dr. T. H. Armstrong.

Coincident with Dr. Parry’s general practice he was U.S. Pension Examiner for 44 years during the entire period of the late war he was physician on the examining board for soldiers; was also a member of the Volunteer Medical Service Corps. Authorized by the Council of National Defense, for which war services he was given special recognition by the government; was surgeon of the O. R. & W. Railway Co. until the line was discontinued a few years ago.

Dr. Parry was a member of the Presbyterian Church; also of B. P. O. E., No. 114, Zanesville.

Throughout the years of his practice he maintained membership in the American Medical Association, and was also a member of the Monroe County Medical Association during its existence.

Dr. Parry practiced his profession for over half a century 56 years to be exact. Although of a naturally rugged physique, the time came when he could no longer practice actively. His struggle against the odds of advancing years finally ended in death. He strove for life with the same persistence which had saved the lives of many of his patients, but it was destined that a career remarkable for useful, kindly service should come to an end.

The passing of a useful life from a community is ever a matter of sorrow and regret upon the part of the citizens of that community. Yet in the passing of these lives we still continue to feel their influence. Many are the thoughts that come to those who mourn at the last rites of a friend. The veil of petty misunderstandings that blind us to the better things of life is for the moment swept aside and we become convinced that out of the intricate maze of experiences, heartaches and disappointments which may be referred to as our daily lives—two things stand out as being superbly worthwhile. Briefly they are, character, and a desire to be of service to our fellow-man. Perfection is never achieved by any mortal. But in striving for excellence in these two desirable attributes we are building a solid foundation for the life eternal.

Dr. Parry’s life was one of devotion to his profession and to his family.

To those who find themselves in position to do so, life affords no greater satisfaction than that offered in aiding those who are willing, to advance themselves in a worthwhile way. For many years during his practice of medicine, Dr. Parry found it advisable to have the assistance of able-bodied young men to help him reach some of the more remote rural calls. Over the coarse of years these young men were numerous. It was Dr. Parry’s great desire that they improve themselves and many of them did so. Today some of these young men, through the aid and encouragement extended to them by Dr. Parry and his family, occupy enviable positions in the business and professional world. Needless to say, their gratitude to the man who started them on the road to success and a broader outlook upon life is deep and everlasting.

Dr. Parry was permitted to live to serve three generations in the practice of his profession a very enviable record. Columns could be written about the sacrifices made and the good deeds performed by him as well as by others, of the older school of physicians in this county who have passed on, but a legion of grateful patients can best attest to this.

Funeral services in charge of Rev. W. Hilton Petry were held from the late home on Friday, August 31^st and were largely attended. Burial was in Oaklawn Cemetery.

Among those from a distance who attended the funeral were: Ralph Turner, Mrs. J. R. Parry, Jr., daughter, Miss Jane and son, John, of Philadelphia, Pa.; Mr. and Mrs. Roscoe Burg and son George, New Lexington, Ohio; Mrs. William Williams, Zanesville; Dr. and Mrs. E. P. Edmonds, Sistersville, W. Va.; Knox Watson, McKeesport, Pa.; Mrs. Martin Williams and son Ross, Mr. and Mrs. Jay Booth, all of Graysville; Mrs. Jessie Burkhart, Wheeling; Mr. and Mrs. Cecil King, of Charleston, W. Va.; Dr. F. C. Huth, Cambridge, Ohio; Clarence Harper, Barnesville; Dr. Thayer Parry, Mr. and Mrs. Ward Parry and son Ward, Jr., Akron and Miss Georgia Parry, Cleveland.

Brown, Josias Brown

Spirit of Democracy, Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, September 13, 1934

Josias Brown, aged 81 years, passed away at his home on Center street, in Woodsfield about 9:00 o’clock Monday morning following an extended illness of heart trouble and Asthma.

He is survived by one daughter, Miss Mecia of the home and three sons, Ross of Bremen, Chalmer, of North Madison and Dwight of the home. His wife and one daughter preceded him in death several years ago. A number of other relatives and many friends also mourn his death.

Short funeral services were held at the late home at 2:00 Wednesday afternoon followed by final rites at the Moffat M. E. Church with Rev. M. Danford in charge.

Pantomime, “Nearer My God To church cemetery.

[date of death—September 10, 1934]

Schindehette, John Schindehette

Spirit of Democracy, Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, September 20, 1934

Word was received here Saturday morning of the death of John Schindehette of Pittsburgh. Mr. Schindehette was here on Sunday, September 2^nd attending the Hoff reunion and was in his usual good health. He suffered a stroke Friday, resulting in his death Saturday morning.

Mr. Schindehette is survived by his widow, Mrs. Rose Hoff Schindehette and one daughter, Mrs. Cyril Tschappat, besides other relatives and friends.

Funeral services were held in Pittsburgh Tuesday, with burial there.

[John died September 15, 1934]

Stimpert, Mrs. Walter Stimpert

Spirit of Democracy, Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, October 18, 1934

The entire community was shocked and grieved to learn of the death of Mrs. Walter Stimpert, aged 34 years, of near Lewisville, which occurred about 8:00 o’clock Wednesday morning.

She is survives by five children, ____, Willard, Juanita, Evajean and Melba, all of the home. Five ____also survive. She was preceded in death by two children, also by her father and mother.

Mrs. Stimpert was formerly _____Whiston and resided____near Woodsfield for several years, and has many friends who are saddened to learn of her untimely death.

The funeral services will be held at the home at 10:00 o’clock Friday morning followed by final ____at the Lewisville M. P. Church. Interment will be made in Friendship cemetery at Lewisville.

Sincere sympathy is extended to the bereaved family.

Brown, Catherine Brown

Spirit of Democracy, Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, November 8, 1934

Mrs. Catherine Brown, aged 85 years, passed away early on this Thursday morning at the home of her son Henry Brown of Jerusalem R.2. Mrs. Brown had been confined to her bed for the past six weeks as the result of a fall but prior to that time had been fairly active for a woman of her age.

She is survived by two daughters, Mrs. D. S. Decker of Moore Ridge near Jerusalem and Mrs. Ewart Pugh of Cuyahoga Falls, and four sons, A. P. Brown of Woodsfield, Henry of Jerusalem Route 2, Clement of Zanesville, and Walter of Somers, Montana. A number of other relatives and a large number of friends mourn her departure. Her husband, the late C. C. Brown preceded her in death three and one-half years ago.

Short funeral services will be held at the home at 1:00 o’clock Saturday afternoon followed by final rites at the Ozark M. E. church at 2:00 o’clock with Rev. G. H. Langford, of Beallsville, in charge of the services. Interment will be in the church cemetery. [

Brown, Mrs. D. B. Brown

Spirit of Democracy, Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, November 8, 1934

Mrs. D. B. Brown, aged about 60 years, passed away on Tuesday night at her home in Somerton. Her death followed an extended illness.

She is survived by her husband, one daughter of Byesville, and two sons, Ronald Brown, of North Main street, Woodsfield, and another residing in Pennsylvania. A number of other relatives and a large number of friends also survive.

Funeral services were held from the home at 1:30 o’clock this Thursday afternoon in charge of Rev. M. LaFollette of the Somerton M. E. Church, of which church Mrs. Brown was a member.

Interment was in Pleasant Ridge cemetery near Somerton.

[d. November 6, 1934]

Doherty, Lydia Doherty

Spirit of Democracy, Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, November 15, 1934

Word was received here of the death of Mrs. Lydia Doherty of Miami, Florida, formerly of Woodsfield. Deceased passed away at a hospital in Miami following a short illness.

She is survived by one daughter, Nellie, also of Miami, and a son, Ray.

One daughter, Ada, preceded her in death several years ago.

Mrs. Doherty was well known in Woodsfield, having come from a very prominent family.

Schaaf, Lewis C. Schaaf

Spirit of Democracy, Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, December 6, 1934

Rev. Lewis C. Schaaf, aged 31, nephew of John and Lewis Heft, of Lewisville, died Thursday night of last week in the Salem, Ohio, city hospital from injuries received earlier that day in an automobile accident.

Rev. Schaaf was pastor of the Calvary Luthern church at Sharon, Pa., and was injured when the automobile he was driving collided with another car on the highway near Columbiana, Ohio. He was enroute to Wheeling to spend Thanksgiving with his wife and son and other relatives.

Funeral services were held at Wheeling on Monday afternoon and interment was made in Greenwood cemetery, Wheeling.

[d. November 29, 1934]

Jeffers, Emaline A. Jeffers nee Wheeler

Spirit of Democracy, Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, December 6, 1934

Mrs. Emaline A. Jeffers, aged ___years, passed away November___, 1934 at her home at 2784___Drive, San Marino, Cal.

She was born in Ohio, February 20____and came to San Marino eight years ago.

She is survived by her husband, Frank A. Jeffers, one daughter, Mrs. Edward J.____1418 Fremont avenue and one granddaughter, Martha __ston.

Funeral services were conducted at the chapel of Turner, Ste__and Berry at two o’clock with Dr. __sel Hughes, pastor of the ___Pasadena Methodist Episcopal Church, of which Mrs. Jefferies was a member, officiating.

The above was taken from a recent issue of the South Pasadena Foothill Review.

Mr. and Mrs. Jeffers are well known to Monroe County people, being former residents of Woodsfield before moving to California several years ago.

Mr. Jeffers was born at Beallsville, her maiden name being Wheeler and is kindly remembered by many of our older citizens, who extend sympathy the bereaved husband and daughter.

Walton, Jerry Walton

Spirit of Democracy, Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, December 6, 1934

Jerry Walton, aged 86 [sic-26], retired farmer and coal miner, died at his home in Wheeling early Saturday morning following a three years’ illness.

He was born at Clarington on August 20, 1894, a son of Captain James Walton, river pilot, and Marie Walton, former well known residents of Clarington.

Mr. Walton had spent the greater part of his life in Wheeling and was a member of the First Christian Church.

Funeral services were held on Tuesday and interment was made in the Powhatan cemetery.

Surviving are two sisters, Mrs. Louis Frobe and Miss Amanda Walton, both of Wheeling.

Frame, Mary C. Frame

Spirit of Democracy, Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, December 6, 1934

Mrs. Mary C. Frame, aged 79 years, wife of Thomas Jefferson Frame, passed away at her home in Wheeling on Thursday afternoon of last week. She had been in ill health for three years.

Mrs. Frame was born in Beallsville on May 7, 1855, a daughter of the late John and Ann Marshall Johnson. She went to Wheeling with her parents when a small child and spent the remainder of her life there.

She is survived by her husband and two sons James C. Frame and Robert D. Frame, of Wheeling, besides many other relatives and friends.

Funeral services were held at Wheeling on Saturday afternoon and interment made in a Wheeling cemetery.

[d. November 29, 1934]

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