Obituaries & Death Notices in Delphos, Kansas Newspapers 1879-1899 from: The Delphos Herald The Delphos Carrier The Delphos Republican Compiled by K.A. Jacques 2004 i Table of Contents Preface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .ii 1879 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 1880 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 1881 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 1882 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 1883 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 1884 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 1885 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35 1886 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43 1887 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51 1888 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61 1889 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69 1890 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73 1891 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79 1892 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87 1893 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91 1894 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95 1895 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .99 1896 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 109 1897 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 117 1898 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 125 1899 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 129 Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 139 Preface These items are transcribed from microfilm obtained from the Kansas State Historical Society inclusive of the following papers and dates: The Delphos Herald (Feb 7, 1879 - July 17, 1880) Missing issues: Oct 31, 1879 - Nov 14, 1879 The Delphos Carrier (July 8, 1881 - Nov 23, 1888) The Delphos Republican (began Dec 3, 1888). Included along with the notices/obits are related items from the paper and/or the 'Cards of Thanks' submitted by relatives owing to their value in establishing names or at least family groups. This is particularly the case where the deceased is described only as ' infant, Mr., Mrs., Grandpa or Grandpa', which is frequent. In a few cases where given names either become apparent or were verified through the Delphos Cemetery transcription (obtained from Larry K. Ballou), they are included in parentheses and used in the index. On finding obituaries in area papers before 1900 When looking for newspaper notices of people in the county, checking more than one of the area papers is essential. The Delphos Herald was the town's first newspaper, but did not begin until 1879, about 9-10 years after area communities including the town of Delphos were established. An article in the Feb 14 issue by George S. Strickler, an early settler, businessman and postmaster, states that prior to the Herald's inception he sent a regular column of local items to The Solomon Valley Pioneer (1871-1873), then the Independent (1873-1875). He sent his Delphos column to the Sentinel beginning in 1875; and continued to do so until the Herald appeared. Looking in more than one county paper is especially important where those who did not live in the town of Delphos are concerned. In contemporary eyes a paper published in Delphos would be the logical place to find information about people nearest that town; however news of area communities is often sketchy in early Delphos papers. In addition to the obvious distance and travel factors, people living in the countryside may well have more closely identified with one of the 'county' papers from Minneapolis. The Ottawa County Index, Better Way or Independent/Messenger pre-dated the Delphos sheets; and notices of birth, death or marriage might be found in those papers. Correspondents to the Delphos papers appeared from time to time from Pipe Creek, Lamar, Mt. Pleasant, Cool, Meredith, Sumnerville, Ada, District 47, Westland, but in the early years such columns appeared only infrequently or disappeared for months at a time. Correspondents also submitted items from Delphos and outlying areas to the Minneapolis papers. Politics, from the local to the national, also very likely played a role in what paper families chose to place notices or pay for subscriptions. At times, particularly during the Populist years (mid-late 1890s through early 1900s), the paper was so rabidly political and disparaging of Populist candidates and policies, it doubtless offended the large number of people in the county that had flocked to that party. On more than one occasion the paper apparently offended too many people at once. In the 1888 election editors W.B. and C.M. Davis backed Fisk, the Prohibition candidate, instead of Harrison (Republican) for president. The Republican ticket easily carried the day; and The Carrier was suspended after the Nov 23rd issue. The Delphos Republican began Dec 2 of that year. Editor J.M. Waterman promised to stick to Republican party politics, and local items replaced the political articles on page 1. This possibly put a few lost subscribers back on the rolls, but the paucity of local business ads and evident struggle to remain in business for several years afterward suggest the damage had been done. Ottawa Countians had an increasing number of 'county' newspaper options, and the growth in number and variety of papers suggests they took advantage of the opportunity. ii iii Adams, Blanche Delphos Herald, June 27, 1879 DIED- On the 21st inst., little Blanche, infant daughter of Jos. and Lucy Adams of cholera infantum; aged 9 months and 21 days. Dearest Blanche, thou hast left us; And the loss we deeply feel. But tis God that has bereft us He can all our sorrows heal. Ballou, infant (Clarence A.) Delphos Herald, Oct 17, 1879 Mr. and Mrs. C.J. Ballou's infant child aged about three months, was buried last Sunday. Barker, child Delphos Herald, Oct 17, 1879 David Barker's child, aged about one year, died Tuesday night of this week. Baughman, Joseph Delphos Herald, Friday March 21, 1879 Died at his residence in Ottawa Co, KS March 18th in the 59th year of his age of bilious fever, Joseph Baughman. He settled in this county in 1869, on the homestead he held at his death, proved up last spring and obtained the deed. He leaves a family of five boys and one girl to mourn his death. He was possessed of a frank and generous disposition, a large and affectionate heart, and loved by a large circle of friends who appreciated his worth, and keenly feel the loss they have sustained in a good neighbor. Black, infant Delphos Herald Sept 5, 1879 T.V. Black's child, aged about 18 months, died last Sunday in town. Brown, Lewis N. Delphos Herald, Sept 19, 1879 Lewis N. Brown died in Delphos last Sunday morning, after an illness of about two weeks. Mr. B. was born in Logan Co, O. At the time of his death was in his 32nd year; he moved with his parents some years ago to Iowa, and lived near Mt. Pleasant. In the spring of 1878 he went to Neb., and in Aug. of the same year came to Delphos with two other brothers, Joseph and Wellington. Since that time he has lived in Delphos, being engaged with his brothers in the carpentry business and farming part of the time. Lew, as he was called, was a young man of social and industrious habits, gay, full of life and generally liked in the community. He bid fair to live many years, but alas for all human expectations; when the future seemed to be opening with fond and bright anticipations, he was seized with an illness, that in a few short days terminated in death, and the community is made to wonder why Lewis was thus suddenly called away. We drop a tear and humbly submit to the will of a Divine Providence. His funeral was held at the M.E. Church on Monday, and the funeral discourse was preached by Rev. Joy Bishop from the text, 1st Cor. 15th Chapter, 51-52 verses. Choir sang a number of solemn and impressive pieces. Lew was a member of the Odd Fellows Lodge, belonging to the Winfield Lodge of Iowa. The Delphos Lodge took charge of the funeral and buried him in the honors of the order. A large number of members of the order were in attendance and took part in the ceremonies, which were very impressive and grand throughout. A very large number of the whole community attended the funeral, and it is very seldom that a procession of such length follows the remains of a departed one to the cemetery as did on this occasion. When it became known that Lewis was not likely to recover, his parents, Mr. and Mrs. J.H. Brown of Mr. Pleasant, Iowa, were telegraphed to come. They came, but too late, only in time to attend his funeral, reaching 1 1879 Death Notices and Obituaries Published in the Delphos Herald D.B. Louden, editor; Published on Fridays here 24 hrs after his death. We, with the community, tender our sympathies with the parents, brothers, sisters and friends, in this, their hour of bereavement. Buffington, Margaret Delphos Herald, Nov 21, 1879 Mr. Margaret Buffington died on Friday evening, after a long illness of consumption. Her funeral took place on Sunday; Rev. T.J. Ream preached the discourse to a large audience. She was in her 44th year. She leaves a husband and several children to mourn her death. Burr, Mary Estelle Delphos Herald, Oct 17, 1879 The subject of our sketch, Mrs. Mary Estelle Burr, was born in Little Valley, Cataraugus Co, NY June 27, 1844; died Oct 10, 1879. Mrs. Burr came from her native home to Kansas in 1872. Her husband, Mr. N.L. Burr, came the year before to prepare a home and has lived here ever since; excepting about one year she went back to her old home on a visit. She lived in Delphos, and on their farm six miles northeast of town, dividing the time. She taught several terms of the Delphos school, for which position she was well qualified. A cultured and intellectual lady, done considerable writing for the press. The writer has been intimately acquainted with Mrs. B, and can bear witness with a large number in this place and surrounding country of her pure life and an exemplary Christian in every sense of the word. During the cyclone in June last, she was exposed to the rain and wind, took cold, which settled upon her lungs and went into hasty consumption and grew gradually worse until the day of her death. She bore her illness with great Christian patience, often talking of her faith and unwavering trust in God. Her funeral sermon was preached on Sunday last, by Rev. T.J. Ream from the text 2nd Cor. 5th Chapt and 1st verse: 'For we know that if our earthly house of this tabernacle were dissolved, we have a building of God, a house not made with hands, eternal in the heavens." He preached a plain, convincing and able sermon, portraying in strong language the immortality of man, the precious promises of God so those who live uprightly and follow the Saviour in this life. A very large audience assembled to pay the last tribute of respect to our departed sister. Rev. N. Bracken followed the funeral discourse with a few timely remarks in eulogy of her life; he dwelt particularly on the excellence of her unspotted character, of her true devotion to every good and benevolent object, worked for the upbuilding of Christian society. The loss of such a one in a community is to be greatly deplored. She will be much missed and universally mourned. She leaves a husband, and son about five years old to mourn her loss, and mother and sisters who live in New York state. We extend our sympathies to the bereaved family, and may this dispensation of divine providence cause us all to meditate upon the certainty of death and strive to be prepared to meet Mrs. Burr on the other shore, where all will be joy and peace forevermore. GWS Davis, William Delphos Herald, March 28, 1879 GLASCO ITEMS Mr. William Davis was parted with life on the morning of the 21st inst., residing about 4 miles northeast of Glasco, being a sufferer for many years. Franks Delphos Herald, March 28, 1879 GLASCO ITEMS Mr. Franks, one of the first settlers of Fisher Creek, about 6 miles northwest of this place, has parted this life a few days ago, being a sufferer with paralysis for many years, lung fever causing his death. Garber, Jacob Delphos Herald June 6, 1879 Listing of those killed in the cyclone that struck the county on May 30, 1879: The names of the killed in the storm were; Mr. E. McCalmot, aged 35; Mrs. Henry Voshman, aged 26; Mr. Jacob Garber, aged 57; Mrs. Peter Vosh, died from injuries, aged 31; Miss Kate Krone, died from injuries, aged 13; Mr. Murphy, aged 55, died from injuries; total deaths to date, 6, in this immediate vicinity. In another column: The stranger who was killed by the cyclone and brought back into Delphos was taken charge of by constable C.C. Wood. He appointed the following persons to assist in the preparation of his body for burial: Geo. W. Strickler, B.F. Billingsley, Jas. Trumblee, J. Jamison, T.H. McClure, Wm. Tolley. His body was examined and a number of small articles, papers and $3.90 were found; letters on his body proved his name to be Jacob F. Garber from Centre Co., Penn. The gentleman who was with him says he had recently located land in Wallace County, and was going to return home soon. Letters have been written to his family and for publication in all the papers in Centre County that his relatives may all be found. Jas. Trumblee made a good decent coffin; he was nicely washed and his 2 1879 Delphos Herald body wrapped in a shroud, all done in decent order and buried in Delphos Cemetery. Krone, Kate Delphos Herald June 6, 1879 Listing of those killed in the cyclone that struck the county on May 30, 1879: The names of the killed in the storm were; Mr. E. McCalmot, aged 35; Mrs. Henry Voshman, aged 26; Mr. Jacob Garber, aged 57; Mrs. Peter Vosh, died from injuries, aged 31; Miss Kate Krone, died from injuries, aged 13; Mr. Murphy, aged 55, died from injuries; total deaths to date, 6, in this immediate vicinity. Krone, Mrs. G. Delphos Herald, June 27, 1879 Mrs. G. Krone died on Tuesday morning of this week. It will be remembered that Miss K. was one of the wounded in the cyclone of May 30. Her sufferings have been intense ever since till the time of her death. This makes the fourth member of Mr. Krone's family either killed or died from the effects of injuries received during the cyclone-his wife and three grown daughters. Truly, his affliction is great. Lockwood, child (Freddie H.) Delphos Herald, Aug 22nd, 1879 Mr. and Mrs. Homer Lockwood's only son, aged about 8 yrs, died Wednesday of this week of diphtheria. Manlig Delphos Herald, April 25, 1879 GLASCO ITEMS A FEARFUL ACCIDEnt occurred at the ford on Lost Creek, near Calvin Davitsons on the stage route from Glasco to Beloit on the 21st of April, a man and his son by the name of Manlig. Originally from Austria, late from Iowa to east part of this county; they had started to their claims in Graham county, while attempting to cross that dreadful place (to all who have any acquaintance with the road) the wagon tipped over, falling over an embankment 2 or 3 feet high; the old man being on the lower side was knocked backward the wagon and contents falling on him, consequently killed him instantly. A young man unknown to young Manlig came up just before the accident occurred, assisted the boy to extricate his father from the wreck. Mr. Garret Davitson who lives near was present, and assisted in bringing the body of Manlig to Glasco. Esq. Wright being in town thought it necessary to hold an inquest; consequently constable Thompson was notified and summoned a jury composed of Robert Misell, Warren Palmers, Silas Serwen, Robert Brackin, Henry Spaulding, who decided the deceased came to his death of strangulation. The Squire delivered the body to young Manlig at 2 o'clock Tuesday morning. Palers & Dickinson of Glasco prepared a nice plain coffin, the body was interred at Glasco cemetery. The deceased leaves a daughter in Austria, one in Marshall County, Iowa, besides his sons here. May the kind hand of Providence ever comfort and sustain them. McCalmot, E. Delphos Herald Jun 6, 1879 Listing of those killed in the cyclone that struck the county on May 30, 1879: The names of the killed in the storm were; Mr. E. McCalmot, aged 35; Mrs. Henry Voshman, aged 26; Mr. Jacob Garber, aged 57; Mrs. Peter Vosh, died from injuries, aged 31; Miss Kate Krone, died from injuries, aged 13; Mr. Murphy, aged 55, died from injuries; total deaths to date, 6, in this immediate vicinity. McCarty, child Delphos Herald, March 28, 1879 The following deaths have occurred in the neighborhood since our last issue: The child of Joseph McCarty. Muller, Henry Delphos Herald, Nov 21, 1879 Henry Muller, living south of town, died Wednesday night. Murphy, Mr. Delphos Herald June 6, 1879 Listing of those killed in the cyclone that struck the county on May 30, 1879: The names of the killed in the storm were; Mr. E. McCalmot, aged 35; Mrs. Henry Voshman, aged 26; Mr. Jacob Garber, aged 57; Mrs. Peter Vosh, died from injuries, aged 31; Miss Kate Krone, died from injuries, aged 13; Mr. Murphy, aged 55, died from injuries; total deaths to date, 6, in this immediate vicinity. O'Conor, Patrick Delphos Herald, March 28, 1879 Patrick O'Conor, who came to this place last fall. He was buried in the Catholic burying ground on Tuesday. Packard, infant Delphos Herald, March 28, 1879 The following deaths have occurred in the neighborhood since our last issue: The infant child of I.A. Packard. 1879 Delphos Herald 3 Phillip, Mrs. James Delphos Herald, Feb 7, 1879 Mrs. Rev. James Phillip, formerly of this place died in Beloit last week after a lingering illness. Potter, infant Delphos Herald, Nov 21, 1879 James Potter's infant child was buried last Thursday. Rawson, infant Delphos Herald, Sept 19, 1879 Mr. and Mrs. S.P. Rawson's child, aged 9 months, died Tuesday of this week. Rush, John Delphos Herald, Sept 19, 1879 John Rush died Thursday of this week, after an illness of some two weeks. Mr. R. lived near town, and an old resident of this vicinity, and well known thoughout the country. Aged about 55. He was an honest, upright hard working farmer. He leaves three grown sons, and a wife and child of whom he was divorced some years ago, she being his second wife. He never belonged to any church or made any religious profession. Selder, infant Delphos Herald, July 11, 1879 W.A. Selder's child, aged 10 months, died last week. Funeral by Rev. T.J. Ream. Shell, infant Delphos Herald, July 25, 1879 Mr. Shell's infant baby died Tuesday of this week. Rev. T.J. Ream officiated at the funeral. Stelter, Charley Delphos Herald, Oct 10, 1879 DIED:- Charley Stelter, oldest son of Mr. and Mrs. John Stelter of this place, Tuesday of this week, in his seventh year. The funeral sermon was preached Wednesday by Rev. T.J. Ream. Little Charley had been sick about three weeks, and bore his illness with great patience. He was one of our most prompt Sunday school scholars, always on hand with a scriptural verse to recite. Charley was loved by all who knew him for his kind and loving disposition, an obedient and good boy to his parents and teacher. We extend our sympathies to the father and mother in this, their hour of affliction. We truly say, what is their loss is Charley's gain. Trumblee, Francis L. Delphos Herald, Sept 12, 1879 DIED - Sept 4, 1879 at 11:00 pm Francis L. Trumblee, son of Wm. and S.L. Trumblee, aged 2 yrs, 6 months and 18 days. Vosh, Mrs. Peter Delphos Herald June 6, 1879 Listing of those killed in the cyclone that struck the county on May 30, 1879: The names of the killed in the storm were; Mr. E. McCalmot, aged 35; Mrs. Henry Voshman, aged 26; Mr. Jacob Garber, aged 57; Mrs. Peter Vosh, died from injuries, aged 31; Miss Kate Krone, died from injuries, aged 13; Mr. Murphy, aged 55, died from injuries; total deaths to date, 6, in this immediate vicinity. Voshman, Mrs. Henry (aged 26) Delphos Herald June 6, 1879 Listing of those killed in the cyclone that struck the county on May 30, 1879: The names of the killed in the storm were; Mr. E. McCalmot, aged 35; Mrs. Henry Voshman, aged 26; Mr. Jacob Garber, aged 57; Mrs. Peter Vosh, died from injuries, aged 31; Miss Kate Krone, died from injuries, aged 13; Mr. Murphy, aged 55, died from injuries; total deaths to date, 6, in this immediate vicinity. White, infant Delphos Herald, Aug 22nd, 1879 Mr. and Mrs. John White's child, aged about one year, died last week. Rev. Mr. Ream officiated at the funeral. Wilcocks, Mrs. Delphos Herald, March 28, 1879 The following deaths have occurred in the neighborhood since our last issue: Mrs. Wilcocks died on Monday. ??Unknown ?? Delphos Herald, April 4, 1879 Died on April 3rd, at the residence of Thomas Butler in Cloud Co, the mother of Mrs. Butler, aged 67 years; funeral tomorrow at 10 o'clock at the Catholic burying ground. 4 1879 Delphos Herald Balcom, Rev. Geo. Delphos Herald, Jan 9, 1880 DEATH OF REV. GEO. BALCOM It is with grief and sorrow that we announce that Rev. Geo. Balcom is no more. He died quite suddenly at his home in Cawker City, after a few months' illness, on Sunday morning Dec. 21st. The people of Delphos and vicinity will be pained to hear of his death. He was well known in Delphos and Kansas, and in fact in many parts of the states east and west, having traveled and preached as an evangelist in many parts of the country. He was a strong, robust, noble looking man, possessed of an indomitable and persevering will, very energetic and persevering in all his undertakings. In the pulpit he had but few equals. While he was rather eccentric in his preaching, yet he was interesting and instructive; was of an independent nature, earnestly engaged in preaching the gospel as he believed the same, fearing no one, thus causing many to esteem him very highly; was a firm believer in the doctrines of the Baptist Church, of which he was a staunch and energetic worker. He organized the church at Delphos, and preached occasionally every year since. In 1870 he was the pioneer preacher of this western country, having preached the first sermon in Delphos in the summer of 1880. He bore the name of being the first man that introduced playing the organ and singing at the same time. He came to Delphos often at sunset and announced he would preach at night, and on this short notice the house would be crowded to hear him preach and play the organ. We will state that he came to his death by a rupture caused by hard lifting. During the past two years he erected for his family a large commodious stone house, doing most of the work himself, causing a rupture that formed into an abscess, which grew worse, and by being exposed going out and in town, took cold and died suddenly. Brother Balcom loved and admired Kansas. While on a recent trip to New York he wrote a very exhaustive letter about the Solomon Valley, of its settlement and improvements from 1870 to 1879. He was an able and fluent writer. He always made my house his home in traveling up and down the valley and we with many others learned to love him for his large generous heart and manly principles that he possessed. His life was cut off, and he goes to the grave leaving a history that he was a faithful, zealous worker in the vineyard of his Master. A very strange coincidence that occurred in the death of Elder Balcom and brothers: Last summer while he was visiting in New York he attended the funeral of one of his brothers, Judge Balcom. On Saturday, December 16, another brother, Rev. B.F. Balcom, of Binghamton, New York, ate dinner in his usual health and dropped dead in 5 minutes. On Sunday morning Elder Geo. Balcom died, only a few hours apart, both Baptist ministers. May we remember his advice to us and strive to meet him in the better land. GEO. W. STRICKLER ERRATA (on another page of the same issue): In the notice of Rev. Geo. Balcom's death on another page. He preached his first sermon in Delphos in 1870 instead of 1880; and his brother, B.F. Balcom, died on Saturday Dec 20, instead of the 16th, making only a few hours intervening between the two brothers’ deaths. Doty, Delilah Delphos Herald, Jan 30, 1880 Mrs. Delilah Doty, wife of Samuel Doty, Sr., died on Saturday last, January 24, in the 69th year of her age. She leaves a husband and several children to mourn her loss. Hall, Rev. Emanual Delphos Herald, Apr 16, 1880 Rev. Emanual Hall was born in Richie County, W.VA. Jan 16, 1824; died in Anderson, Madison Co, IN, March 1880 Death Notices and Obituaries Published in the Delphos Herald D.B. Louden, editor (Published on Fridays) NB: Last issue of Delphos Herald was July 17, 1880. 5 29, 1880, aged 55 years, 2 mos, and 13 days. The above obituary notice we find published in the Mishawaka, IN Enterprise. The deceased was a brother of Wm. Hall of this place, and had many friends and acquaintances here, who will share in the sorrow and affliction of the bereaved relatives. Time and space forbids us giving a more extended notice of this good man, but will say that he was a true Christian and his mission on earth was to go about doing good. McCauly, Michael Delphos Herald, Jan 23, 1880 HORRIBLE ACCIDENT AT BELOIT, KANSAS Last Saturday at midnight, upon the arrival of the KP train, the engine was detached, for the purpose of running upon the switch. In the darkness, unobserved by anyone, an intoxicated man was lying upon the track under a detached car. The engineer backed against the loose car which passed over the man, severing the head and each arm entirely from the body; besides bruising and mangling the body into frightful fragments. The investigation at a coroner’s inquest led to the fact that he was an Irishman, had registered at the Key Stone Hotel, 'Michael McCauly, Michigan.' Was apparently about 45 or 50 years old; had on his person a Homestead filing and $2.25 in money. The jury returned a verdict of accidental death, exonerating the RR company from any blame. Morris, Thad S. Delphos Herald, Feb 20, 1880 Thad S. Morris, of Cloud County, KS, died Thursday night Feb 17, 1880, aged about 37 years. Mr. Morris was born in Mt. Morris, Greene County, PA. In the spring of 1871, in company with B.F. Billingsly he came to Kansas and located in the beautiful Solomon Valley, nine miles from Delphos where he resided until his death. He was a man of excellent business qualifications, and useful in the community. He had a large circle of acquaintances, having been one of the early settlers of this part of the country; his early demise is sadly regretted by the entire community. He leaves a wife and four children. His funeral took place Thursday Feb 19 at 2 o'clock. Service by Rev. T.J. Ream, Pastor of the M.E. Church. His remains were followed to Bethel Cemetery by a large concourse of sympathizing friends. Olney, Murray R. Delphos Herald, Jun 26, 1880 DIED-Saturday, June 19, Murray R. Olney, son of Mr. and Mrs. C.C. Olney; aged 7 months and 11 days. Mr. and Mrs. Olney have our sympathy. Phillips, Mrs. Buffalo Delphos Herald, Jan 2, 1880 Postmaster Strickler has received a letter from the family of Mr. Phillips, formerly of Delphos, and now of Idaho, saying Mrs. Phillips was dead and requested that her funeral be preached here. All the early settlers will remember the family of Buffalo Phillips. Sheridan, Thomas Delphos Herald, Jan 16, 1880 (Died Dec 21, 1879) EXPLANATION: As it has been, and is, rumored that I administered medicine to a patient, Mr. Sheridan by name, living on Coal Creek, from the effect of which he died in a few moments afterward. I wish, in justice to myself, to state that the story is false in each and every particular. The patient mentioned was suffering from a severe attack of Tetanus, or Lockjaw, which is considered one of the most fatal diseases the medical profession have to treat, and this case was far advanced when turned over to me. I did what in my judgment seemed best, with but little hope of his recovery. It was too late, the patient gradually grew worse, and finally died. The story that Dr. Managan or any one else told me if I gave such medicine that the patient would die from its effects is utterly and entirely false. RESPECTFULLY, S.B. BOYER NB: letter in reply from Managan is in Jan 23 issue Thompson, William Delphos Herald, Feb 20, 1880 Wm. Thompson, living three miles west of town, has been sick and not expected to recover. He is, we believe, the oldest man in this region of country, being 95 years next month. He has voted for all the presidents except two, Washington and Adams. He was a hale old man, often visited town, very sociable, proud of his long age, and well respected by all who know him. White, William Delphos Herald, Apr 23, 1880 DIED. - On last Monday morning, the 19th, William White, infant son of George and Louisa White, aged 6 months. Alarge concourse of people attended the funeral services which were conducted by Rev. T.J. Ream of the M.E. church and many are the friends who share in the affliction of the bereaved parents and relatives. 6 1880 Delphos Herald Bigbee, infant (Georgie) Delphos Carrier, Nov 11, 1881 We omitted by an oversight last week to announce the death of the infant of Mr. and Mrs. Leroy Bigbee, which occurred October 22, 1881. Blanchard, Mrs. J.N. Delphos Carrier, Dec 16, 1881 Mrs. J.N. Blanchard, whose critical condition we mentioned last week, bade her relatives and friends a last farewell on Wednesday last. The funeral services were conducted by Dr. Ballou on the following day at the residence, and the remains were interred in the Delphos Cemetery. Bloss, John Delphos Carrier, Sept 9, 1881 DIED.- September 6, 1881 of epilepsy, Mr. John Bloss, aged about 80. Mr. Bloss is one of the early settlers of the region and has long been afflicted, and with him death was a welcome relief from a life of suffering. He was buried in the Delphos Cemetery. Brenner, Mrs. David Delphos Carrier, Jul 8, 1881 The wife of our former townsman, David Brenner, died in Clay County a few weeks ago. We sympathize with him in his bereavement. Clendinen, J.H. Delphos Carrier, Jul 15, 1881 The sad intelligence of the death of J.H. Clendinen, of Rockwood, IL, was received by telegram. He passed away in tranquil resignation on the morning of the 7th of July. His son W.H., who was summoned to his couch, arrived in time to grasp the parting hand. Delong, Alice Delphos Carrier, Nov 18, 1881 DIED.- November 14, 1881, Alice Delong, age 10 months, only daughter of Jasper Delong whose wife preceded her to the summer land several months ago. Funeral services were conducted at the residence of E. Barnum by E.B. Crew, and the remains were deposited in the Delphos Cemetery. Mr. Delong and relatives have the heartfelt sympathies of the community in their bereavement. Fletcher, Sadie Delphos Carrier, July 22, 1881 HORRIBLE CALAMITY AT BELOIT, KANSAS At 1 o'clock pm the alarm of fire was sounded. A small frame building owned and occupied by Mr. Fletcher near the school house was seen in flames. Sadie, his daughter 14 years old, was seen rushing across the street with clothes on fire. Mr. Perry rushed to the girl's rescue and extinguished the fire, but she was so badly burned that the flesh in several places sloughed from the body. She lingered in horrible agony till 5 pm when death released her. The house with it contents was consumed. The citizens of Beloit with their characteristic liberality raised immediately for the suffering family over $200. Ferguson, Robert M. Delphos Carrier July 8, 1881 DIED, July 4th, 1881, at his residence six miles southwest of Delphos, Robert M. Ferguson, aged 66 years. Funeral sermon was delivered at the ME Church _ inst. by D.D. Campbell. Mr. Ferguson came from Decatur Co, IN, about 5 years ago, settled upon a beautiful claim and improved it well, laying a foundation for a comfortable home. He was regarded by all as an honorable and consistent Christian. - Had been a member of the M.E. Church 17 years. His wife, six children and a large number of relatives and friends mourn his departure. 1881 Death Notices and Obituaries Published in the Delphos Carrier W.B. and C.M. Davis, editors; First issue July 8, 1881 (Published on Fridays) 7 Gaines, infant Delphos Carrier Aug 19, 1881 DIED.- At Pipe Creek, Aug 11, 1881, infant son of Mr. and Mrs. B.C. Gaines, aged 9 months. Was buried at the Pipe Creek Cemetery, 17th inst., funeral service conducted by Rev. W. B. McGregor. Goddard, William Delphos Carrier, Sept 9, 1881 DIED.- September 1, at the residence of his son-in-law, in Ottawa County, Kansas, Mr. William Goddard, aged 70. Mr. Goddard was a native of England and was a printer by trade. Came to Ottawa County in 1870 and commenced the publication of the Solomon Valley Pioneer, at Lindsey, the first paper published upon the valley. He subsequently took control of the Minneapolis Independent. He was a man of general information, outspoken and independent in the expression of his opinions. The funeral services were conducted at the Ayer's school house. Hall, Joel Delphos Carrier, Nov 9, 1881 Mr. Joel Hall, stepfather of James and A.J. Dinwiddie and Mrs. McDonough of this place died Nov 15, 1881 at his home in McDonough County, IL at the advanced age of 91 years. Jones, Mrs. W.B. Delphos Carrier, Jul 8, 1881 Rev. D.D. Campbell, next Sunday at 11 o'clock at the M.E. Church will preach the sermon of Mrs. W.B. Jones, who died Nov. last. King, Lizzie Blanch Delphos Carrier July 8, 1881 DIED:- At Pipe Creek, Ottawa Co, KS, July 5, 1881, Lizzie Blanch, daughter of Peter King, aged 10 yrs, 8 months and 17 days. The funeral sermon was preached by Rev. D.D. Campbell, pastor M.E. Church at Delphos. Krone, infants Delphos Carrier Sept 23, 1881 Gerhart Krone and family last Sunday followed in sorrow his infant twins to the Catholic Cemetery, where they were interred. The morning breeze swept gently by, Their spirits wafted to the sky. Lynch, Mrs. Delphos Carrier, Aug 26, 1881 Mrs. S.C. Webster, while attending the jubilee at Bismarck as one of the Delphos choristers, was summoned to the bedside of her son John Webster at Rosedale, Kansas, where he was lying with a severe attack of congestion of the liver. Though he had been in a critical condition, he was regarded as out of danger when she left last Friday evening. Upon her return home last Saturday morning a letter awaited her arrival announcing the sad intelligence of the death of her sister, Mrs. Lynch, of Clyde, Kas. The friends extend to Mrs. W. their sympathies in this afflicting bereavement. Matney, child Delphos Carrier, Sep 2, 1881 J.W. Matney, who started with his family from here to Missouri, a few weeks ago writes James Clark that all the family are sick with diphtheria. One of their children died while on the road. Miles, S. Delphos Carrier Nov 4, 1881 DIED-In Delphos, Kans., Oct. 26th 1881, Mr. S. Miles of pulmonary consumption. Age 27 years. Funeral services were held the following day at the M.E. Church, of which he was a member. Rev. D.D. Campbell preaching the funeral discourse, after which the remains were conveyed to the eastern bound train and thence taken to Missouri for interment. Deceased had been in this place about three months. He and his wife were on their way to Colorado to which state he was bound, in hope of regaining his health; but stopping here to visit his wife's father, Mr. McAfee, his health becoming worse, they abandoned their journey. CARD OF THANKS Mrs. Agnes R. Miles and relatives, desire to express their gratitude to the good people of Delphos, and the many warm personal friends in that hospitable little city, for their continued and devoted kindness to her late husband and herself, during the protracted illness and final death of Mr. S. Miles. The unceasing attention and thoughtful friendship of their many friends in their new home, wondrously lightened the labor of nursing, lent a happy radiance to the long hours of the resigned and hopeful sufferer, and hallows the grief of final separation with grateful memories of unselfish and Christian devotion that time can never efface. MRS. AGNES R. MILES. O. LEROY SEDGWICK 8 1881 Delphos Carrier Moody, Frank Delphos Carrier, July 22, 1881 We learn by telegraph that Frank Moody, a former citizen of this place, was killed on the 15th inst., at Glorietta, NM. No particulars reported. Ostrander, Mary Jane Spicer Delphos Carrier, July 29, 1881 DIED-Ostrander-After a lingering illness, at the family residence, Delphos, Kansas, July 18, 1881, Mrs. J.A. Ostrander, aged 69 years. In the above, the substance of which was announced in the last issue of this paper, are words of heart pangs and tearful remembrance to many who by ties of consanguinity and social relation were most intimately associated with the deceased. Mrs. Ostrander, though modest and retired, a lover of home and its adornments, was social, affable and accomplished; with a cultivation and taste for the beautiful in nature-decorated fields and floral gardens. She was sociable and entertaining, manifesting in her conversation that peculiar refinement that is characteristic of a genuine Christian life. Very many of her friends who have for the last ten years been more or less in her company will long cherish the remembrance of their mutual social interviews. She was born in New York City, August 1, 1812, her maiden name was Mary Jane Spicer. She united with the Baptist church under the charge of Dr. Spencer H. Cone, in the year 1828. Was married to Mr. A.J. Ostrander January 28, 1830, by the above named minister. In the year 1834 the family moved from the city to Hinsdale, NY, where they lived until they emigrated to Delphos in the year 1871. Her aged companion and ten children are left to mourn their loss. Mrs. Ostrander was an agreeable and companionable wife and a tender and affectionate mother. Even in her last sickness she endeared herself to many. CARD I desire to extend my feelings of gratitude to the many friends of my departed companion, for their many tokens of love; for their ministrations to her during her many months of sickness; for the many delicacies brought to coax her appetite; for their kind visits, and for their unceasing efforts to soothe her feelings and to attend her pain. And further, I thank them for contributing so abundantly of flowers-of which she was so fond-to place upon her remains, decorate her coffin and scatter in her grave. God grant that the richest of heaven's blessings may rest on all who have participated in these acts of love and kindness, shall ever be the prayer of the bereaved husband. J.A. OSTRANDER PS-All the relatives join in the expression of good will as well as the blessings invoked. Partch, Mrs. S.A. Delphos Carrier, Oct 28, 1881 Mrs. S.A. Partch, consort of Mr. V.P. Partch, in the 67th year of her age, passed to a higher life last Saturday at 4:30 pm Oct 22, 1881. Mrs. Partch was quiet and domestic in habits and respected by all who knew her. Funeral services were held in the M.E. Church last Sunday, conducted by Rev. Joy Bishop and Dr. A.D. Ballou. The remains were deposited in the Delphos Cemetery. The surviving relatives have the sympathy of the community in their loss of a dear mother and companion. Reynolds, Willie Delphos Carrier, Aug 19, 1881 We regret to state the death of Willie, son of Mrs. Henry Reynolds, aged 5 years. Funeral services next Sabbath by Rev. N. Bracken. Smith, Julia A. Delphos Carrier, Aug 12, 1881 DIED- On the 5th of August, of cholera infantum, Julia A. Smith, youngest daughter of L.F. Smith of Delphos, KS. CARD I desire to return my sincere thanks to the friends and neighbors who in this sore trial have extended to me their aid and shown by their acts that they can sympathize with those who mourn. L.F. SMITH Smith, Marquis Delphos Carrier July 8, 1881 DIED:- Smith - at his residence, four miles north of Delphos, June 22, 1881, Marquis Smith in the 57th year of his age. The deceased was an old and much respected citizen of this community, having emigrated to this country in the spring of 1871, from Shelby Co, IN, settling four miles north of this place. He had been afflicted with consumption for many years, which harassing malady he bore to the hour of his death with great patience; seldom complaining and ever trying to hide his suffering from others. Mr. Smith, during his lifetime, was a wide-awake and energetic man, honest in all his dealings. He had been a member of the M.E. Church for many years and, while his spirit was yet passing over the chasm which separates this world from the heaven of rest, he experienced that joy and contentment which comes from a life of long suffering, coupled with a firm belief in that 1881 Delphos Carrier 9 land where suffering and disease are unknown. The last sad rites were paid to his remains by Rev. D.D. Campbell at the M.E. Church, Thursday, 23rd inst., from the text he had chosen himself preparatory to his death: "What is man that thou art mindful of him?" He was followed to the tomb by his family - wife and five children (two being absent in another state) - and a large number of sympathizing friends. 'Tis hard to look for the last time on the pale, cold face of him we love, Yet "In the night of death Hope sees a star and lingering Love can hear the rustle of a wing." 10 1881 Delphos Carrier Attridge Delphos Carrier, Nov 10, 1882 The Attridge brothers, Charley and Will, received a telegram announcing the sudden death of their father, who resided in the northern part of Illinois. Will left on the first train for home, where he will likely be compelled to remain. We extend our sympathy to the boys in their trouble. Baily, infant Delphos Carrier, Oct 20, 1882 A child of Chas. Baily's aged two years died last Friday. Baird, R.A. Delphos Carrier, Apr. 28, 1882 R.A. Baird, near Salina, died on the 21st inst. of hydrophobia caused by a dog bite the 24th of last February. Bake, Ella Delphos Carrier April 14, 1882 It becomes our duty to record the death, from typhoid pneumonia, of Miss Bake, which occurred on the night of April 12. Her remains were consigned to a grave in the Delphos Cemetery on the following day. Miss Ella was well respected and leaves many relatives and friends to mourn her early demise. She was about 17 years of age. Blackburn, Thos. S. Delphos Carrier July 7, 1882 DEATH OF THOS. S. BLACKBURN Son-in-law of Mr. and Mrs. S.C. Taylor of this place, which is copied from the Pueblo COL Chieftain of July 1st. By his death an affectionate wife and an interesting and lovely daughter of seven years, are left in lonely solitude. The afflicted family and relatives have the hearty sympathy of their acquaintances and friends of Delphos. MANGLED Thomas S. Blackburn killed by the cars at Goodnight's, CO. At 12:30 o'clock, yesterday noon, the regular freight on the Leadville division of the Denver & Rio Grande railway, left for the west. At Goodnight's switch, the first station, six miles out, there was a good deal of switching to be done, which occupied some time. While thus engaged a freight car jumped the track while the train was running backward, and immediately the trainmen were shocked to find that their conductor, Thomas S. Blackburn, had been run over and killed. G.W. McKibbin, sitting in his house nearby, was the only one who actually witnessed the accident. From his statement, Blackburn was sitting on the rear railing of the caboose, it gave the caboose a violent jerk which threw Blackburn backward upon the track. The caboose was upon him in an instant, and its wheels and those of the car which were running upon the ties, passed over the unfortunate man. His body was terribly mangled. Both hips were cut so that the bones projected on each side. The head was badly cut, the nose split open, one foot mashed, and both arms broken, the left one being nearly severed from the body. The car which caused the dreadful accident was replaced upon the track as soon as possible and the train was run back to the town, bringing the remains. The body was taken to the rooms of undertaker Sweeney, and there dressed for the grave. An inquest was held by Coroner Cowler, but nothing was developed tending to show that the accident was blamable upon any employee of the road, and a verdict of accidental death was rendered by the jury. Blackburn was 28 years of age, and came from Greeley, Iowa, where his parents reside. He has been working on the D&RG about a year and a half, as a conductor of work and freight trains. He was a man of many good qualities, and was unusually popular among his acquaintances and comrades on the road. The Chieftain of July 2nd, 1882 says: Caboose 31, of 11 1882 Death Notices and Obituaries Published in the Delphos Carrier W.B. and C.M. Davis, Editors; (Published on Fridays) the Denver and Rio Grande road, was draped in mourning yesterday morning by the comrades of poor Tom Blackburn, who two days ago little thought that he would be killed by his own caboose which had sheltered him during many a weary ride. Billingsley Delphos Carrier, Aug 25, 1882 Last Saturday Mr. B.F. Billingsley received the sad intelligence of the death of his aged father, who died at Mt. Morris, Pa. Mr. B. and wife had only been from his bedside about one week, supposing him out of immediate danger at their leaving. Clark, Mrs. Henry Delphos Carrier April 28, 1882 Mrs. Henry Clark, on First Creek, Cloud County, died very suddenly last Saturday, aged 80 years. Compton, infant Delphos Carrier Aug 25, 1882 DIED- At Pipe Creek, Kansas Aug 19th, 1882, infant son of Mr. and Mrs. At. Compton. Cornue, Sarah T. Delphos Carrier, July 28, 1882 DEATH OF SARAH T. CORNUE Last Tuesday morning, at 6 o'clock, Sarah T. Cornue passed to a higher life in the 76th year of her age. The subject of the above was born in Montgomery Co, NY 76 years ago. Was the beloved wife of Mr. J.I. Cornue, and has six children who survive here; three boys and three girls. She had lived a lifetime of 58 years with her husband, who is almost inconsolable by the loss of his companion who so many years has walked by his side, sharing with him the joys and griefs belonging to this world. She was in many respects a remarkable woman, very healthy and jovial, she has been a member of the Baptist Church for 40 long years, yet never wavering in the faith of him who came on earth and went about doing good. Her death was as sweet and resigned as that of her nature, for when the sable robes of Death were thrown about her, calmly and sweetly her spirit fled to its maker without a tremor of the body. Her funeral took place Wednesday afternoon at the M.E. Church, this city, Rev. H.H. Tucker officiating, whence her remains were followed by a large number of sorrowing friends and relatives to the Delphos Cemetery for interment. Doty, infant Delphos Carrier April 28, 1882 Died.- An infant child of Mr. and Mrs. Andrew Doty, this week. Dunn, Walter Delphos Carrier, Sept 15, 1882 DIED, of bilious fever, Sept 8, near Meredith, Kansas, Walter Dunn, aged 23. Eastman, J.J. Delphos Carrier June 2, 1882 Mrs. S.C. Webster, of this place, received this week the sad tidings of the death of her father, J.J. Eastman, which occurred at Murray, Iowa, on the 22nd ultimo. We are seldom called to chronicle the demise of anyone whose purity of life has a more fitting place in the memory of his numerous friends. Mr. Eastman was among our early Iowa acquaintances. Though unassuming and modest in pretensions, he was positive in character, always upon the side of morality and right, and in his everyday life stamping the impress of his character upon the community in which he mingled. He was a firm believer in the doctrines of the Baptist church, of which he was a member. His last sickness was of short duration, but he met his change with an ardent Christian faith and in full hope of a continuous life. He was in his 76th year. His remains were conveyed from Murray to Afton, which had been his former home, and with the impressive rites of masonry was interred by the side of his wife's grave in Afton cemetery. The sincere sympathy of many friends both here and elsewhere, are warmly tendered to the surviving relatives. Ebersole, Mrs. S.O. Delphos Carrier, Dec 22, 1882 News comes from Minneapolis that Mrs. S.O. Ebersole was found dead in her bed about 4 pm, yesterday, supposed to have died suddenly from disease of the heart. Deceased was Mr. E's second wife to whom he had been married less than a year. His first died equally sudden one year ago last August. Sad! Sad! Feather, John Delphos Carrier, Oct 6, 1882 Mr. Joshua Feather's son, John, died on Friday night last, after being sick but a week of catarrh in the head.- Even youth must make way for the monster; and we know not the day or hour of his arrival. 12 1882 Delphos Carrier Ferguson, Eliza Delphos Carrier, Sept 15, 1882 DIED-Sept 9th, 1882, of pulmonary consumption; Mrs. Eliza Ferguson, aged about 37 years. As the clock struck twelve last Saturday night, Eliza Ferguson bade her mourning friends farewell, closed her eyes to the scenes of this earth, and took her departure for the summer land. This was truly an appropriate time to leave. The dark curtain of midnight shut out the last day of the week, the last hour of the day, and the last minute of the hour; and with the drop of the curtain the last pain ceased, and her earthly afflictions closed. The scene changed-the earth-bud blossomed in the sunshine of a new Sabbath. Eliza was a native of Indiana, daughter of William Clark, was married to J.E. Ferguson 17 years ago, with whom she shared the joys and afflictions incident to domestic life. She leaves a husband and four children. She was a member of the Presbyterian Church, ardently devoted to the Christian religion which consoled her in her trying affliction. Her disease was pulmonary consumption, which had preyed upon her system for several years, but for the last six months she declined rapidly, till death came as a welcome visitor and found her fully ready for the change. Last Sunday a large concourse of relatives and neighbors followed her remains to the Delphos Cemetery. Hall, Mary Delphos Carrier, Dec 29, 1882 DIED-Wednesday morning, Dec 27, 1882. Mrs. Mary Hall, aged 78. Mrs. Hall was a native of Shelby Co, KY, born Jan 25, 1804. Her maiden name was McLure. The 29th of November 1826 she was married to James P. Dinwiddie, who died in 1841. July 17th 1845 she was married to Jonathan Holden who died in about three months, leaving her again a widow. Nov 22, 1849, she was again married to Joel Hall of McDonough Co, ILL, who died about 12 months ago. Mrs. Hall has many descendants; sons, daughters, grandchildren and greatgrandchildren of whom are James and Alexander Dinwiddie and Mrs. McDonough, well known in this community. Mrs. Hall has for the past year been rapidly declining from disease and old age, death coming at last as a friendly visitor. The funeral ceremonies were conducted by Rev. W.B. Hollen at the M.E. Church on Thursday the 28th, and the remains interred in the Delphos Cemetery. Hardesty, infant Delphos Carrier Aug 25, 1882 The infant girl of Mr. John Hardesty near Meredith, died yesterday of cholera infantum. Hillen Delphos Carrier Oct 20, 1882 DIED-Sunday night, Mr. Hillen, living near Glasco; aged 74 years. The bereaved wife and children have our sincerest sympathies. Hobaugh, Mrs. William Delphos Carrier, Sept 15, 1882 DIED- Mrs. William Hobaugh, Sept 11, 1882 of typhoid malaria. Hollen Delphos Carrier, Dec 15, 1882 Rev. W.B. Hollen returned from Republic City Tuesday, where he was called to attend the funeral of his aged mother. A sympathetic community extend their condolence to Rev. Hollen; many know the grief of a mother's death. Next to one's country, this is the greatest loss man is ever called upon to sustain. Hollis, Bart (William) Delphos Carrier June 9, 1882 Bart Hollis, son of John Hollis, at the age of about 20 years, died last Saturday night of typhoid pneumonia after a short illness. The remains were interred in the Delphos Cemetery Sunday. Three other members of the family, the mother and two children, are sick with the same disease, but they will probably recover. Jones, Henry Delphos Carrier April 7, 1882 DIED.- April 5, 1882, of cerebro spinal meningitis, Henry Jones, son of W.B. Jones, aged about ten years. Funeral services held at the M.E. Church in Delphos, yesterday at 3 PM by Rev. W.B. Hollen. The remains were deposited in the Delphos Cemetery. The afflicted relatives have the hearty sympathy of the community. Kreske, child (Davis G. Kresky) Delphos Carrier, Feb 17, 1882 Mr. and Mrs. G.M. Kreske mourn the loss of their first born. The little household pet that brought joy to their home has hied away to the brighter bliss of summer land. The mourning parents have the sympathy of those who have experienced a like bereavement. Last Sunday after 1882 Delphos Carrier 13 appropriate service, the casket containing its remains was deposited in a little grave in the Delphos Cemetery. Louden, Mrs. Delphos Carrier April 28, 1882 Mrs. Louden, of Delphos, died Monday at the age of 94 years. McIntire, J.W. (Joseph) Delphos Carrier, Nov 10, 1882 Mr. J.W. McIntire died last Tuesday, Nov 7, of paralysis. Appropriate funeral services were held at his late residence conducted by Rev. Joy Bishop, on Wednesday, after which his remains were deposited in the Delphos Cemetery. McLean, infant Delphos Carrier, Oct 20, 1882 Robert McLean buried his little baby last Wednesday. Moss, Edward Delphos Carrier, Nov 10, 1882 Edward Moss, whose unfortunate accident by the crushing of his leg in the thresher power we announced last week, died suddenly last Sunday with paralysis of the heart. Amputation was deemed necessary; accordingly an anesthetic was administered, amputation performed skillfully, reaction restored, but two hours after, sudden death resulted. Overacker, Hiram Delphos Carrier, Nov 17, 1882 DIED-Nov 14th, 1882, of consumption, Hiram Overacker, aged 45. Partch, John Delphos Carrier Feb 10, 1882 One of our most esteemed citizens has passed the portals of earth to the bright world beyond. Mr. John Partch, on the morning of the 5th of Feb. after a protracted attack of ramolisment quietly passed away, in the 74th year of his age. Mr. Partch was a moral and upright citizen, possessing largely the elements of practical Christianity, very liberal in his theology, independent, yet charitable in opinions and was universally respected. Funeral service was conducted by Rev. T. C. Eaton and Rev. Joy Bishop which was largely attended, at his late residence. The remains were deposited in the Delphos Cemetery. Peet, infant (Roy C.) Delphos Carrier Aug 11, 1882 The infant son of Mr. and Mrs. Peter Peet was carried away last Saturday, by that dreadful scourge, cholera infantum. It was sick but a few days. Peet, Mrs. P.T. (Emma J.) Delphos Carrier, Dec 29, 1882 Mrs. P.T. Peet died suddenly on the night of Thursday Dec. 21. Mrs. Peet was highly esteemed by all who had the fortune of her acquaintance, and her unexpected death is a cause of deep affliction to the relatives and sadness to the community. Prendergast, Jennie Delphos Carrier Aug 25, 1882 DIED. Jennie, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. J.T. Prendergast, aged 22 months, died last Saturday evening, of marasmus, after a lingering illness of nearly three months. The remains of the wasted form were conveyed to Abilene for interment in the Catholic Cemetery. Little Jennie, the opening bud, transplanted to the floral garden of Paradise to bloom in immortal youth. Roberts, infant Delphos Carrier, Aug 18, 1882 We are sorry to chronicle the death of Mr. and Mrs. W.H. Roberts’ infant girl, which occurred at Minneapolis last week. Mr. and Mrs. R. have the sympathy of our entire community in their affliction. Shanks, Ethel Delphos Carrier March 17, 1882 DIED.- Ethel, daughter of J.N. and E. Shanks. Funeral services held at their residence by Rev. Bracken, of Glasco, March 3rd, at 3 pm; aged seven. Cradled in purity, Budded in love; Dying in beauty, Blooming above. We take this opportunity of returning our heart-felt thanks to our friends for their kind sympathy and timely assistance during our late affliction. "A friend in need is a friend indeed;" and when do we need friends as much as we do when the grim monster, death, enters and bears away from our earthly sight and embrace, forever our loved ones? Again we say, thank you; it is all we can do, and hope the time is far distant when we will be called upon to return your kindness under similar sad circumstances. MR. AND MRS. SHANKS 14 1882 Delphos Carrier Simmons, Mary Delphos Carrier, Jan 20, 1882 DIED.- January 13, 1882, of piaema Mrs. Mary Simmons, wife of B.F. Simmons, and daughter of Rev. Joy Bishop. Deceased was conveyed to the Delphos Cemetery followed by relatives and numerous friends. Mrs. Simmons was an estimable lady of strong attachments, extensively known and by all respected. The entire community deeply sympathize with the surviving family and relatives in their loss. ACARD OF THANKS Feeling grateful to the kind friends and neighbors for their efficient watchfulness, care and aid extended during the late illness of my departed companion, I take this method of expressing to them my sincere thanks. B.F. SIMMONS Smith, Della Delphos Carrier, Jan 20, 1882 RESOLUTIONS OF CONDOLENCE At a meeting of the Good Templar lodge of Delphos a committee was appointed to draft resolutions of respect, as follows:WHEREAS, it has pleased Almighty God in his infinite wisdom to remove by the hand of death or beloved sisters, Mrs Mary Simmons and Miss Della Smith, therefore, resolved, that in Delphos Lodge, IOGT No. 136, has lost two worthy and beloved sisters. Resolved, that in the removal of these two sisters we are warned anew of the shortness of life and the certainty of death and that it behooves each of us to be prepared for the dread destroyer. Resolved, that in the early demise of these two sisters we recognize the hand of Providence, and feel to submit to his divine will who doth all things well. Resolved, that we will strive to live faithful and honorable members of our earthly lodge, ever keeping in view the celestial where we hope to meet our beloved sisters. Resolved, that these resolutions be printed in THE CARRIER and a copy be furnished to the families of the deceased. DELIA A. KNOWLES, CHAIRMAN COM. Thompson, child Delphos Carrier Aug 25, 1882 Sad indeed to R.F. Thompson and family of Minneapolis, as they followed the remains of their loved one to its resting place in the cemetery. One little girl, whose company they were allowed till the cords of affection bound her closely in their embrace. She was one of twins, the sunshine of the household-the summons came-the last kiss from a mother's lips-the goodbye was said-they parted. Tolley, infant Delphos Carrier, Sept 1, 1882 DIED- August 30th, in this city, of brain fever, infant son of Joseph Tolley, aged six months. Tolley, Louisa Delphos Carrier, Dec 1, 1882 DIED-November 23, 1882, of typhoid malaria, Louisa, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Tolley, aged seven years. The hand of affliction has been laid heavily upon this family; she being the second one of the household who has been wrested from their embrace within a short period. Other members of the family have been seriously ill, one of whom is now very low. The sympathy of the community is extended to the mourning survivors. Watson Delphos Carrier March 3, 1882 Mr. Watson, Sen. died February 20th funeral 21st 2 PM. Aged 72. West, Judson Delphos Carrier April 28, 1882 Judson West, a farmer near Wellington, Kansas, fell from a load of straw, killing him almost instantly. West was 70 years old. 1882 Delphos Carrier 15 16 1882 Delphos Carrier Baughman, George Delphos Carrier, March 9, 1883 We are sorry to announce the death of Geo. Baughman, which occurred last Friday night, and his remains buried in the Delphos Cemetery Saturday afternoon. Mr. Baughman was a well-respected and industrious young man of about 30 years. Consumption was the cause of death. In the March 2 issue: Mr. Geo. Baughman, who is remembered by all of the earlier settlers, and who for late years has been a resident of the Indian Territory, returned to his home, a few miles south of town, last week. He's come home, it is said, to breathe his last among his relatives surrounded by the scenes of his boyhood, being only too conscious that his terrible malady of consumption will shortly overcome his vital forces. Bigbee, Daniel Delphos Carrier, Feb 2, 1883 Last Saturday night at 10 o'clock, after a painful illness, the curtain of death was drawn, the light extinguished and Uncle Daniel Bigbee passed to quiet slumber. All who were acquainted with Uncle Daniel regret his departure and revere him in memory. He was best respected by those who best knew him. He had a rough exterior, but was naturally noble in purpose, open handed and generous to a fault; always ready to bestow a favor, and was scrupulously honest. He took no stock in ancient or modern theology; his mind was so constituted that he was incapable of grasping nice distinctions based upon theology; his religion was altogether practical. No one ever knocked at his humble dwelling that was refused shelter, or applied for food that left hungry. He gave water to the thirsty, warmed the shivering stranger and helped the needy. Uncle Daniel Bigbee was among the pioneers of the valley, who settled upon a government claim in 1870. By his industry he made a nice home, which he leaves as a hallowed spot that will long perpetuate his memory. He died at the age of about 67. His remains were conveyed last Saturday, followed by many friends, to the Delphos Cemetery where they rest. Bissell, infant (Angie E.) Delphos Carrier, March 2, 1883 CARD OF THANKS We hereby desire to express our sincere thanks to our neighbors and friends for their many expressions of sympathy and kind remembrances during the sickness and death of our dear little child. MR. & MRS. JAS. BISSELL Blocher, Mrs. Delphos Carrier, Feb 2, 1883 FROM CLOUD DIED-Tuesday of last week, Mrs. Blocher, sister of Samuel Doty, in the 58th year of her age. Boyer, Arthur Delphos Carrier, Aug 31, 1883 Arthur Boyer, son of Dr. S.B. Boyer of this place, died on the 20th at Newton, Iowa, at the age of 10 years. Breene, Mrs. Henry Delphos Carrier, Nov 9, 1883 Mrs. Henry Breene died last Friday, at 9 o'clock pm, at her home a few miles east of Meredith. She has been subject to fits for several years, but not having an attack for more than six months, it was hoped she was permanently cured, and her sudden death was a surprise to her friends and neighbors. She was a goodly woman and her loss will be keenly felt by her husband, family and relatives. A little boy three months of age is left in the cradle, who can never know a mother's tender care. 17 1883 Death Notices and Obituaries Published in the Delphos Carrier W.B. and C.M. Davis, editors; (Published on Fridays) Two boys of ten years must be placed in other hands than that of a loving mother, which, it is hoped may treat them kindly, remembering that they are orphans. She was buried in the Bethel Cemetery Sunday, following, Rev. Hollen officiating. Campbell, William Delphos Carrier, Feb 9, 1883 Mr. William Campbell, better known as Gov Campbell, a former resident of this county, died of heart disease at Pueblo, Colorado, Jan 28, 1882. Cheverie, Frank Delphos Carrier, Aug 31, 1883 SUDDEN DEATH It becomes our painful duty to record the death of Frank Cheverie which occurred yesterday morning at 8 o'clock. He had been confined to his bed but two days with a sudden attack of congestion of the liver. He has been in the employ of the UP railroad as section boss at this place for the past two years and has always discharged his duty faithfully. Frank was a man of western business habits with rough exterior, but inwardly a gentleman whose worth of character was better appreciated as you cultivated his acquaintance. He leaves many friends in and around Delphos who will miss him in the busy circle, and a sorrowing wife and children, whose affection follow him to his resting place. He will be buried today in the honors of Masonry, of which institution he was a respected member. The funeral services will be conducted at the M.E. Church at 10 AM. A short sermon will be delivered by Rev. B.W. Hollen, after which the Masons will continue the services and with the mourners and friends march in procession to the Delphos Cemetery where the last rites of sepulture will close the ceremonies. The battle for life was nobly fought, and though death and grave may claim their prize, they have no power to cross the river beyond. There, immortal life clutches the banner and waves it in triumph. Collier, Drew Delphos Carrier, June 22, 1883 DIED:-In this city yesterday evening, at the home of her nephew, J.A. Nelsen, Miss Drew Collier, aged 70. She will be buried this afternoon. Collins Delphos Carrier, Nov 2, 1883 We hear that Dr. Collins, of Simpson, was thrown from his buggy and killed the other day. Cook, infant Delphos Carrier, Sept 28, 1883 FROM CLOUD COUNTY DIED: Infant child of Oliver Cook. Mrs. Cook's weight at the present writing is about 85 lbs. Cool, Joseph Delphos Carrier, Feb 2, 1883 The tidings of the death of Hon. Joseph Cool, of Cloud County, has thrown a veil of mourning upon the family and sad regrets upon numerous friends of the deceased. For three weary weeks he suffered severely from blood poisoning caused from bone decay, which last Monday, the 29th of Jan, 1883, resulted in his departure. Mr. Cool was a native of Montgomery County, NY, born Oct 24th, 1820, having lived to the age of 62 years and three months. His early life was spent in the vicinity of his native home. From boyhood he manifested an ardent love of literature, investigating science and moral philosophy and preparing himself for future responsibilities. In the year 1847 he was married to Miss Nancy Bates, a lady of his native town, and who was his playmate in his childhood, a worthy companion and with whom a domestic life was ever agreeable. With his family he left his home in New York in 1853, and moved to Delaware Co., Iowa, where he made many friends and was honored and esteemed by all who knew him. Here he early and justly earned the reputation of honor, honesty, diligence and patriotism; was devoted to the interests of his adopted state, and contributed largely to the moral tone and good reputation of the neighborhood and county, stamping the community with the impress of his own individuality. Six years ago he came to this state and settled in Cloud County, where he shared with others the pleasures and privations incident to a frontier life. Here, as in Iowa, he maintained his standing for moral worth and intelligence which was twice recognized by his people by making him their representative in the Kansas legislature, a position which he honored with distinction. Mr. Cool was always a friend of the needy to whom he contributed with a generous hand. In war his house was the soldier's home. In peace he was everyone's friend. While he believed firmly in the doctrine of immortality and expected with an ardent hope a higher life, he rejected the teachings of orthodox theology, but with due charity to all who differed with him in opinion. His life was one of practice and not of theory, looking for his reward as the result of doing right. Mr. Cool will long live in the memory of his survivors. He was an Odd Fellow in whose care his remains were placed for the 18 1883 Delphos Carrier last solemn ceremonies. The funeral obsequies were held at Bethel where an impressive sermon was delivered by Rev. Mrs. Gillette, after which the remains were interred in the rights of Odd Fellowship in the Bethel Cemetery. Cornue, infant Delphos Carrier, Jan 19, 1883 Mr. and Mrs. Dan. Cornue lost by death last Monday an infant daughter. Courtney, Mrs. Delphos Carrier, Feb 16, 1883 We have to record the sudden death of Grandma Courtney, Sunday morning. She was a very fine old lady and will be greatly missed by her numerous relatives. A separate article: F.A. Courtney and family arrived Wednesday from their visit to friends in West Virginia. He had not heard of his mother's death and burial till he arrived home. In the April 6 issue: Grandmother Courtney's funeral will be preached at Bethel Chapel, two weeks from next Sunday, at 11 AM by Rev. B.W. Hollen. Daniker, James Delphos Carrier, July 6, 1883 DIED WITH HIS BOOTS ON. Our neighboring village, Glasco, was thrown into a fever of excitement upon the announcement of an affray, which occurred Saturday night in Baird's store, between James Haddock and James Daniker, resulting in the death of the latter. Daniker, who had been drinking, and is generally quarrelsome when intoxicated, came into the store and requested Haddock, the clerk, to show him some summer hats, which Mr. Haddock consented to do, as soon as he completed the arrangement of his toilet, which he was hurrying to accomplish. Daniker becoming impatient, used abusive language and ordered Haddock to hurry up, and accompanied his language with a blow, which caused Haddock to reel; half crazed with pain and excitement he reached for a self cocking .38 caliber revolver, lying on a cot nearby, which he brought to bear upon the aggressor, fired, lodging a ball in his body which proved fatal in 35 minutes. On Sunday a jury was summoned and an inquest held, resulting in a verdict in accordance with the circumstances above related. LATER. On Tuesday a preliminary examination of Mr. Haddock, was held before the Justice, resulting in his acquittal. Dolan, Pete Delphos Carrier, Dec 14, 1883 DIDN'T KNOW IT WAS LOADED Last Saturday evening, Beloit was thrown into a fever of excitement by the announcement that James Davis, saloon keeper on the corner of Mill and South St. had shot and killed Pete Dolan. Davis was immediately arrested and a jury of inquest was called and held over the body of the deceased. Upon investigation it was found that Dolan had been drinking during the afternoon, was in possession of a self-cocking revolver which he was offering to trade to Davis for a watch, Davis examined the revolver and declined to trade. At the time of the interview the revolver was not loaded; Dolan lingered about the saloon till supper time when Davis went to his supper, upon his return after supper Dolan was still in the saloon, but during Davis' absence had put two cartridges in the revolver, the conversation was again renewed in regard to the trade. Dolan handed the revolver to Davis without informing him that it was loaded; just at the moment Davis was in the act of pressing his finger upon the trigger, Dolan stepped in front of the revolver, receiving the charge in the right side of the chest killing him instantly. The jury rendered a verdict of accidental killing. Donigan, Joseph Delphos Carrier, Aug 10, 1883 Mr. and Mrs. T.F. Donigan returned from their eastern visit, but sad indeed, for their darling Joseph was encased in a casket having died Aug 3 in Ottawa Ill. They arrived here Monday morning and the body of their little one was followed by the mourning relatives and friends in the afternoon of the same day to the Catholic Cemetery. The sympathy of the neighbors are with them in their bereavement. Eaton, Rev. T.C. Delphos Carrier, July 6, 1883 A telegram was received Thursday by Judge Hanners from Joe Eaton, at Oakland, CA, that his father, Rev. T.C. Eaton, died at that place Wednesday morning at 8 o'clock. He was at the residence of his daughter, Mrs. W.C. Price; had been sick for several weeks. He was a member of the Odd Fellows lodge at this place. His age was about 75 years. Gage, A.R. Delphos Carrier, June 29, 1883 Some months ago a gentleman by the name of A.R. Gage came here and purchased a half section of land. 1883 Delphos Carrier 19 After having expended quite an amount on fencing and otherwise preparing it for a home he was suddenly taken ill and died. His family, consisting of his wife and two sons, arrived just before his death. The brief acquaintance with Mr. G. warrants that he was such a man as would have been a worthy citizen. Gains, child Delphos Carrier, Oct 19, 1883 Ason and only child of B.C. Gains died Sunday morning of diphtheria. Mrs. Gains is also very low with neuralgia. Hollis, Mrs. James (Rosalie Brewer) Delphos Carrier, Nov 2, 1883 DIED: Sunday, Oct 28, 1883, at the home of her mother a few miles south of Ada, Kans., Mrs. James Hollis, of heart disease. Mrs. Hollis's death came with a shock to this community last Sunday. She was at the home of her mother visiting, and was sick only a few hours before her death. Mrs. H. was an accomplished lady, for several years a successful schoolteacher of the county. She was a young woman of perhaps 25 years, apparently strong and healthy and had been married but little more than a year. She leaves a husband, an infant boy and many friends to mourn their loss. Hoskens, Thos. H. Delphos Carrier, April 13, 1883 The funeral of the late Thos. Hoskens took place last Sabbath at the M.E. Church, Rev. Hollen officiating. The remains were placed in the Delphos Cemetery. ACARD I wish to return my most heartfelt thanks to the neighbors and friends who have so kindly assisted through the sickness and death of my husband, Thos. H. Hoskens. And also for the kindness and sympathy manifested in the hour of sorrow and affliction. MRS. L. AMANDA HOSKENS Keys, Mary Delphos Carrier, July 28, 1883 DIED: Sunday, July 15th, 1883, in this city, Miss Mary Keys, aged 16; Mary was the daughter of Dr. L.H. Keys, was loved by everyone for her sweet and amiable disposition and kind ways. She was followed to the grave Tuesday at 11 o'clock, by many friends and relatives. Kresky, G.M. Delphos Carrier, June 15, 1883 SUDDEN DEATH Last Tuesday morning this town was thrown into an unusual excitement upon the circulation of a report that G.M. Kresky, station agent, was lying at the point of death, and that the cause of his condition was an attempt at suicide. Dr. Boyer had been called before daylight and found him in great distress but he soon became unconscious and relapsed into a profound stupor. It was then apparent that he was under the influence of a narcotic poison, for which antidotes were immediately administered. Getting no better, Dr. Payne was summoned in counsel but he was fast sinking and no remedy could change his condition. He died about 10 AM. Coroner Bush was notified and a jury of inquest was called which met on the following day (Wednesday) before whom many witnesses were examined, resulting in the following verdict of the jury: We the jurors, upon our oaths, do say that the death of G.M. Kresky was caused by morphine self-administered, for the purpose of relieving excessive pain, but not with intent to produce death. In testimony whereof we, the said jurors have hereunto set our hands. DWIGHT W. CHASE, W.H. CLENDINEN, C.C. WOOD, GEO. W. STRICKLER, H.F. WEDGEWOOD, A.P FERRIS At the close of the inquest the brethren of the Masonic lodge of this place, of which he was a member, conveyed the remains to the M.E. Church where prayer was offered by Rev. Joy Bishop and an appropriate address delivered by Mr. E.B. Crew, after which the unique ceremonies of the craft were held. The remains were then conveyed to the cemetery followed by one of the largest processions ever convened here for a similar occasion. Deceased was buried in the honors of Masonry. In the death of Kresky our community has lost one of its best citizens, his wife a loving and faithful companion and his relatives a golden link of the family chain. Marchbank, J.D. Delphos Carrier, Feb 2, 1883 SUDDEN DEATH This community was shocked last Wednesday evening by the announcement of the sudden and unexpected death of Mr. J.D. Marchbank, one of our best and most respected citizens, whose home was about two miles southeast of Delphos. He and his son-in-law, David Parks, were sawing wood in the timber; he was suddenly seized with extreme pain and cramps in the chest, he swooned away, which alarmed Mr. Parks who ran quickly to Mr. Stratton's residence, near which they were working, for aid; returning quickly he found life extinct. He was apparently in usual health when he left home for his work that day. Sad indeed was the scene when his 20 1883 Delphos Carrier lifeless body was borne to his family, who had no previous tidings of his death. He was a member of the Masonic fraternity and will be buried today with the impressive ceremonies of that order. McLean, Thomas Delphos Carrier, April 6, 1883 DIED-On Monday evening, Thomas McLean, of Pipe Creek, of pneumonia. McNamar, Phillip E. Delphos Carrier, Aug 3, 1883 Thomas Cunningham received a letter the other day from a gentleman of West Plain, MO announcing the death of Phillip E. McNamar, which occurred at the residence of D.C. Bud, near that place, July 24, ultimo. Merryfield, Jane Delphos Carrier, March 23, 1883 MINNEAPOLIS The funeral of Mrs. Jane Merryfield, who died Wednesday night, took place on Friday. The remains were interred in Highland Cemetery. Moore, John D. Delphos Carrier, April 6, 1883 Capt. John D. Moore died at Minneapolis last Monday, of dropsy. Moss, Mrs. M.B. Delphos Carrier, April 13, 1883 DIED-Saturday, April 8, 1883, at her late residence in Cloud County, Mrs. M.B. Moss. Murphy, Mrs. Delphos Carrier, Feb 2, 1883 Mrs. Murphy, living on Pipe Creek, died last week. Newman, infant (Mark M.) Delphos Carrier, Aug 17, 1883 DIED: Wednesday, Aug 15, 1883, at the home of the parents a few miles east of town, infant son of Jacob Newman and wife, of dysentery. In Sept 7 Carrier: CARD OF THANKS In our recent and great affliction in the death of our little child, we were the recipients of aid and sympathy from neighbors and friends, to all of whom we extend heartfelt thanks. MR. AND MRS. JACOB NEWMAN Overacker, Asa Delphos Carrier, Sept 7, 1883 DIED: At his home, a few miles west of Delphos, Sunday morning, Sept 2, 1883, Asa Overacker, aged 66 years. Partch, Mrs. V.P. Delphos Carrier, Sept 21, 1883 SUICIDE Last Tuesday Mrs. V.P. Partch called at White's drug store and procured strychnine under pretense of poisoning rats. She put the vial containing the poison in a pocketbook and deposited it in a trunk. Yesterday (Thursday), about noon, she took the pocketbook from the truck, kissed her husband goodbye, stating she was going over the river to clean up the house on the farm and to poison mice which were infesting the cupboard. She immediately wended her way to a hedge at the west end of town where she was found by a neighbor, about one o'clock, in a spasm and apparently dying; she called for water which was brought to her immediately, of which she drank a large quantity, after which, in a few minutes she died. Deceased was 74 years old. The cause which led to this rash act is accompanied with suspicious rumors; but her son Joseph, who has good opportunity to know, says that she has been subject for many years to spells of temporary insanity. A jury of inquest was held and a verdict rendered that, deceased came to her death by an overdose of strychnine self-administered. Partch, V.P. Delphos Carrier, Dec 7, 1883 V.P. Partch died at his house in this city, last Friday, at 18:40, aged about 72 years. Mr. Partch has been an invalid for several years, being troubled with dropsy and asthma, and his death was not a surprise. He has for many months been kindly cared for, by his daughter, and the Odd Fellows Lodge of this place, of which he was a member, as will be seen by the resolutions in another place. He was a good and useful member of society in his vigor and health, and his death is regretted by all. Peters, James S. Delphos Carrier, Oct 19, 1883 DIED- At his home, at Guide Rock, Neb. Oct 4th, 1883, of disease of the liver, James S. Peters, aged 37 years. Mr. Peters was a son of Mrs. Joseph Norris of this place. All the old settlers of Afton, Iowa, will remember 'Sansome" as he was familiarly called. He leaves a wife and three children and many friends to mourn his loss. 1883 Delphos Carrier 21 Robbins, infant (George F.) Delphos Carrier, May 4, 1883 A child of Harry Robbins died Sunday. Rogers, infant Delphos Carrier, Aug 17, 1883 With feelings of sympathy, we announce the death of the infant son of Mr. and Mrs. A.W. Rogers, which occurred Tuesday evening, of cholera infantum. Oh, what a shadow o'er the heart is flung; When peals the requiem of the loved and young. Rush, Rhody Delphos Carrier, Feb 2, 1883 The funeral of Mr. Rhody Rush occurred today at 12 o'clock. Mr. R. has been sick but a short time and his death is a great shock to the community. In the March 2 issue: In talking to Mr. Edward Rush, the last heir of John Rush, deceased, by his first wife; we learned that Rhoda Rush had made no will at his death, and that Rhoda's share in the estate goes by law to Edward and two half brothers of his, the mothers of whom before their marriage to deceased, were named Andrews and Archer. An equal division of the property goes to the three. Scott, Fannie Delphos Carrier, Jan 19, 1883 We are called to the painful duty of recording the death of Mrs. Fannie Scott, wife of W.C. Scott, which occurred last Saturday morning, Jan 13. Her death was sudden and unexpected. Though in feeble heath, she was able to be out of bed much of the time. Her disease was supposed to be dropsy of the chest. Rev. B.W. Hollen conducted the funeral services at the residence of the family in Cloud County and the remains were interred in the Delphos Cemetery. She was a native of Jacksonville, Illinois, was born Sept 25, 1850. At the youthful age of fourteen she embraced the Christian religion, and subsequently united with the Methodist Church. She is the last of her father's family, having out-lived them all. Mrs. Scott was highly esteemed by all who knew her. To know her was but to command love and respect. She was a faithful companion and an affectionate mother, and her surviving husband and children together with the mourning relatives have the sympathy of a large circle of friends. Shelebarger, infant Delphos Carrier, Aug 31, 1883 An infant son of Thomas Shelebarger died last Sunday of quinsy. Smith, infant Delphos Carrier, Sept 7, 1883 DIED: Wednesday, Sept 5th, infant child of Mr. and Mrs. Rob. Smith, who live a few miles northwest of Delphos. Smith, infant (Robert W.) Delphos Carrier, Sept 28, 1883 An infant child of Jacob Smith, near Meredith, died last Tuesday. Talcott, Frank Delphos Carrier, Oct 19, 1883 This neighborhood last Monday was very much shocked to hear of the sudden death of little Frankie Talcott, 12 year old son of Mr. and Mrs. Lin. Talcott, who live a few miles northeast of Delphos. Frankie was one of the brightest and best boys that came to this town, and everyone who knew him will feel sorrow to hear of his death. It is supposed his demise was caused by a hurt received a few days ago while playing ball with companions. Ahard ball was batted and struck him in the bowels, which was very painful at the time, but which the boy said little about on reaching home. A few days afterward he complained of pains in his bowels, grew rapidly worse, and died on Monday, as stated above. His remains were followed to the tomb by a large concourse of friends Tuesday. A feeling sermon was pronounced over the body by Rev. Mrs. Gillette. Mr. and Mrs. L.C. Talcott take this method of extending their thanks to the many friends who kindly assisted in the burial of their only child, and especially to Mrs. M.E. Bellows for a bouquet of handsome flowers to adorn the coffin. Teed, Gracie Delphos Carrier, Jan 26, 1883 Mr. and Mrs. G.W. Teed’s infant daughter, Gracie, about seven months old, died last Monday morning. Gracie was a sweet little babe. Her sudden departure has desolated the home circle and left it in sadness, but- The little bud that bloomed on earth, Transplanted now to richer soil, Has realized another birth, Better far than earth's turmoil. 22 1883 Delphos Carrier Teed, Hezekiah Delphos Carrier, Aug 3, 1883 Hezekiah Teed, whose residence was about eight miles west of Delphos, suicided last Saturday evening about sundown, at the residence of Levi Reynolds, with a revolver, sending a ball through his brain. The coroner was summoned and an inquest was held on Monday. Mr. Teed had executed a will the day before at Minneapolis, at which place he purchased a revolver, with which he committed the rash deed. He was the possessor of a 160 acre farm and had in his pocket at the time of his death $170.10. After the inquest his remains were deposited in the Delphos Cemetery. Tolley, Harry Delphos Carrier, Feb 16, 1883 Harry, aged 20 years, oldest son of Joseph Tolley, died of typhoid fever last Tuesday morning. Another member of the family lies dangerously ill of the same disease. Tolley, James Delphos Carrier, March 30, 1883 DIED-Friday, March 23, 1883, in this town, of typhoid fever, James Tolley, aged 16 years. Jimmy was a good faithful lad, and was loved by all who knew him. A kind Father has prepared him a home not made with hands. Tolley, Mrs. Joseph Delphos Carrier, March 16, 1883 Mrs. Joseph Tolley who has been for the past two weeks prostrated with typhoid fever, breathed her last, Monday evening, and was followed to the grave Tuesday by sorrowing relatives and friends, Rev. Hollen officiating in the funeral services. Typhoid fever is not an epidemic in this community, but seems to be epidemic in this family, if not absolutely contagious. The family consisted of the parents and nine children, of whom four have died, three have recovered, two are yet very sick. This case should be one of more than ordinary interest to physicians in tracing the cause of diseases of this class. This family have lived since last fall, till two weeks ago, in an underground basement, walled with limestone, provided with windows extending above ground for light and ventilation. The three children died in that house and two of the family sick at the same time; they were removed to other quarters above ground. May not underground rooms be the receptacle of carbonic acid gas and poisonous exhalations, that being too heavy to rise in the atmosphere, fails to escape? If so, may not the attenuated particles adhere to the walls and clothing and become a continual source of infection? If the true cause of typhoid and typho-malarial fever can be discovered, our knowledge of therapeutics may soon lead to the remedy and become a blessing to the world. We have observed during a residence of nearly thirteen years in Kansas, that families living in low basements and 'dugouts' are much more liable to this class of disease than those in elevated rooms, and these cases more frequently result fatally. Tracy, John Delphos Carrier, May 25, 1883 DIED-Thursday evening at 9 PM, May 17, 1883, at his son's residence near Meredith, of general paralysis, Mr. John Tracy, in the 89th year of his age. The early history of Mr. Tracy we have not learned, but have known him for twenty-eight years as a good neighbor and quiet citizen. He formerly lived in Union County, Iowa, where he left a host of friends and acquaintances. Vine? Delphos Carrier, Dec 7, 1883 CARD OF THANKS We desire to thank the friends of Delphos and vicinity, and especially the IOOF lodge, for their great kindness and sympathy, during the last long sickness and death of our dear father. Please accept our heartfelt thanks, which no word of ours can ever express. May the choicest of blessings ever be yours, is the wish of Mr. and Mrs. G.C. Vine. Ward, John Delphos Carrier, Nov 16, 1883 DIED- At Harper, Kan, Nov 10, 1883, John Ward, age about 40 years. Mr. Ward was formerly a citizen of Glasco, Kan, in the hotel business; was a quiet, well-respected, Christian gentleman, whose virtues were appreciated by the citizens of that town where he had many warm friends who sympathize with the bereaved family. Wilson, John Delphos Carrier, Aug 17, 1883 The death of John Wilson, father of Frank Wilson, occurred yesterday evening at 4 o'clock, at Cool, Cloud County. He went down to the store about 3:30 and returned about 4 pm, when he lay down and expired. He was well known and loved by all; was about 80 years of age. Wood, Lina Delphos Carrier, Aug 24, 1883 HORRIBLE DEATH A very sad accident, whereby little Lina Wood met a 1883 Delphos Carrier 23 terrible death, occurred last Thursday, on 1st creek, near Ada. Lina Wood, son of O. Wood, was out on the prairie herding his father's cattle and riding a Texas pony. It is supposed he dismounted to cut a stalk of cane, and while getting on the pony, it became frightened, sprang to one side, throwing the boy to the ground with his foot still fast in the stirrup. The first seen of the sad spectacle was the appearance of the pony, which came dashing up to the house with the boy's leg and a portion of his body being dragged after the horse, which ran twice around the house before it was captured. The blood of the parents was fairly frozen in their veins, to behold the body of their little hopeful son, the pride and joy of their lives, rent to pieces and strewn over the rugged hills. The broken hearted parents have the sympathy of all. 24 1883 Delphos Carrier Bagnell, Wellie Delphos Carrier, Oct 31, 1884 DIED:- At the family residence in this city, Sunday morning, Oct 26, 1884, Wellie, son of Mr. and Mrs. H.G. Bagnell, of croup. The death of little Wellie was very sudden, the morning before, he was playing around the house as happy and joyous as a two-year-old boy generally is. That evening he took the croup, and before he was known to be serious, his little innocent spirit had fled to a better world. The blow is almost greater than the fond parents can bear. The funeral sermon was conducted by Rev. W.L. Cannon, Tuesday morning, at the M.E. Church, and followed to the last resting place by sorrowing and sympathetic friends. Bain, Mrs. Robert Delphos Carrier, Feb 29, 1884 LAMAR Mrs. Robert Bain died last Saturday, having been in poor health for some time. Baley, child Delphos Carrier, Aug 29, 1884 A daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Chas. Baley, of Pipe Creek, seven years old died this week. Barnum, Lewis Delphos Carrier, Mar 14, 1884 Lewis Barnum died at Brittsville of consumption last Sunday evening, the funeral sermon was preached by Rev. Joy Bishop in the Universalist Church on Tuesday and his remains buried in the Delphos Cemetery. Baughman, Richard Delphos Carrier, Sept. 5, 1884 DIED:- At his home west of town, Tuesday morning, Sept 2nd, 1884, Mr. Richard Baughman, of consumption. Although the friends of poor Dick knew that he could last but a short time, his death caused a shock and sorrow to all who knew him. He was about 32 years of age, was among the first settlers of this valley, highly respected by all. For several years he has been an invalid, has suffered much, yet he has been patient and hopeful, never despairing. His funeral was preached by Rev. Joy Bishop at the Universalist church at 10 o'clock, Wednesday and followed to the cemetery by a large number of his friends. He leaves a loving sister and several brothers, who can rejoice in the thought that nothing was spared by them to make his last days on earth pleasant. Dick was generous to a fault, brave and manly, and that he should be cut down in the early flower of life's voyage is hard to be reconciled to. "Yet, after all, it may be best, just in the happiest, sunniest hour of all the voyage, while eager winds are kissing every sail, to dash against the unseen rock, and in an instant hear the billows roar above a sunken ship. For whether in mid sea or 'mong the breakers of the farther shore, a wreck at last must mark the end of each and all. And every life, no matter if its every hour is rich with love and every moment jeweled with joy, will, at its close, become a tragedy as sad and deep and dark as can be woven of the warp and woof of mystery and death." Beaver, infant Delphos Carrier, December 12, 1884 Jack Beaver, of Glasco, buried his little eight-year-old girl of croup, last Tuesday. Beaver, James Delphos Carrier, Feb 1, 1884 James Beaver, a little five-year-old son of Mr. Henry Beaver, who lives about five miles south of Concordia, was run over by a wagon and killed, last Saturday. It 25 1884 Death Notices and Obituaries Published in the Delphos Carrier W.B. and C.M. Davis, editors; (Published on Fridays) seems that Mr. B. had loaded his wagon with corn and was about to start to town with it, when little Jimmy, who was on the load, fell under the wheels, and was so badly injured that he died in a few hours. The father supposed the little fellow was off the wagon when he started the team. The parents are overwhelmed with grief at the sudden death of their little boy. Beck, infant (Zylphia) Delphos Carrier, Sep 12, 1884 David Beck's little girl, age ten months, died last Tuesday night of cholera infantum. The remains were interred Wednesday, in the Delphos Cemetery. Beshaun, Mrs. Peter Delphos Carrier, Jan 11, 1884 DIED- At the home of the family near Meredith, Jan 7, 1884, Mrs. Peter Beshaun, of consumption. She leaves a husband and three children to mourn her death. Bloucher, David Delphos Carrier, Feb 22, 1884 Uncle David Bloucher, who moved from here to Washington, Ty, a few years ago, is dead. Botsford, Netta Delphos Carrier, May 16, 1884 By a telegram received yesterday we learn that Mrs. Netta Botsford, wife of C.L. Botsford and daughter of J.A. Ostrander, of this place, died at Waukesha, Wis, last Wednesday at the residence of her mother in law. Mrs. Botsford is well and favorable known in this community where many of her relatives reside and where she has many friends who regret her death, and drop in sympathy a tear with the surviving relatives. Mrs. Botsford was a good woman, a kind and loving companion and an affectionate mother. She leaves with her husband two children who in their tender childhood will feel the loss of a mother's tender care. To Mr. Botsford, whom we know only to respect as a friend and former fellow citizen, we tender our hearty sympathy in this sad bereavement. Bramen, Warren Delphos Carrier, November 28 1884 The funeral of Warren Bramen occurred last Tuesday. Mr. and Mrs. Bramen have the sympathy of a large circle of acquaintances in the death of their son. Broughton, infant Delphos Carrier, Sep 26, 1884 James Broughton's little boy, that has been ill for several weeks of brain fever, died last Sunday morning, and was taken the same day to Republic County for burial. Mr. and Mrs. B. have the sympathy of many friends. In this issue elsewhere: To those who kindly lent their assistance and aid during the illness and death of our little son, we return our earnest thanks. MR AND MRS. JAS. BROUGHTON Clark, Mrs. N.J. Delphos Carrier, June 27, 1884 MINNEAPOLIS MURMURS The remains of Mrs. N.J. Clark, a sister of D.M. Dunn of the Messenger, arrived here from Eureka Springs, Mrs. C. had gone for her health, on Saturday's train, and were interred the same day, beside those of her late husband. She leaves one child, a little girl, whose orphaned condition calls out the warmest sympathy of all our people. Corson, Roy Delphos Carrier, June 27, 1884 Reprinted from Minneapolis Messenger: Roy Corson, son of A.L. Corson, was drowned in the river last Thursday afternoon, near Markley's Park. He was in bathing with some boys of about his own age (nine years) when he got into deep water, and couldn't swim very well, went down for the last time in the presence of his companions, who had come out of the water and were unable to help him. The word was immediately sent uptown and a large number of men repaired to the scene, dragged the river and dove for several hours without any result. The search was resumed Friday when the body was found about three miles below the place where he was last seen. Mr. Corson was in Salina at the time, or near there, but he did not learn of the sad news until he reached Bennington on his return home Friday. The body was buried Saturday morning at 10 AM. The family have the unanimous sympathy of the community. Davis, Bennett Mitchell Delphos Carrier, June 6, 1884 MY SON IS GONE We go to press this week with the sad remembrance of a vacant seat at around the family board. The earthly remains of my darling son, Bennett Mitchell Davis, were yesterday followed by relatives and numerous friends to the silent city of the dead. Though dead, to each he leaves the living 26 1884 Delphos Carrier example of a noble life. Temperate in all his ways, he bequeaths to his earthly companions the example of an elevated purity. He passed through the dark shadow with the Christian's hope of a brighter day beyond. And to the kind friends, who in our afflictions, have remembered us with deeds of kindness, word of sympathy, and tokens of regard for the departed one, we thank you every one. THANKS Mrs. E. Hutton and niece, Mrs. A.G. Dudley, Mrs. Cannon and Mrs. John Murphy have the special gratitude of the parents and relatives for those splendid wreaths and bouquets that decorated the bedside and casket of our dear son. To one and all who contributed to his comfort and administered consolation we join in unfeigned thanks. W.B. DAVIS, ANN E. DAVIS Davis, N.C. Delphos Carrier, Feb 8, 1884 N.C. Davis, the father of W.B. and M.F. Davis of this place, died at his home in Mechanicsburg, OH, last Friday at 4 AM. Mr. Davis lived to the ripe old age of four score and three years and leaves a widow and four sons. In disposition he was very quiet, being somewhat the turn of his son M.F. and was unable to make a public speech. He was a very intelligent and well-read man, was a great enthusiast of astronomy and mathematics, having in his lifetime invented a very ingenious machine for illustrating our solar system. He was of a very inventive mind, having among other things, invented the dropper part of the corn planters which are in general use all over the United States today. He was a Universalist in religion, and heartily spurned the idea of a place of perpetual torment. Was very industrious, and worked a few hours each day up to the time of his last illness. He leaves considerable property to his heirs. He was always known as a good man, and was buried in the honor of Masonry. Disney, infant (Hattie D.) Delphos Carrier, Feb 15, 1884 An infant daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Owen Disney died last Sunday evening of pneumonia. Edwards, George Delphos Carrier, Aug 29, 1884 Little George, infant son of Mr. and Mrs. James Edwards, died last Sunday night of cholera infantum and was buried in Delphos Cemetery Monday afternoon. Evans, Fredrick Delphos Carrier, Sept 5, 1884 The death of Fredrick Evans, son of S.S. of this city, last Tuesday, at 11 AM, was a surprise to his many friends, who scarcely knew he was sick. He had been ill a few days of white flux, came down here from their farm near Glasco, to be cared for by the family, but survived the trip only a few days. He was unmarried, 24 years of age, and was a pure minded, upright young man. His griefstricken parents, brothers and sisters have the sympathy of a large number of friends both here and at Glasco, KS. The funeral services were conducted by Rev. Joy Bishop, Wednesday at 11:30 AM, and his remains carried to Glasco for interment. The air is full of farewells to the dying, And mournings for the dead. There's no flock however watched and tended, But one dead lamb is there! There is no fireside, howsoe'er or defended, But has one vacant chair. There is no Death. What seems so is transition This life of mortal breath Is but a suburb of the life elysian, Whose portal we call Death. CARD OF THANKS To those who kindly assisted in the dying hours of our son, Fredrick Evans, you have our sincere and heartfelt thanks. MR. AND MRS. S.S. EVANS Feather, John Delphos Carrier, Mar 21, 1884 John Feather, an old settler of this county, residing in Garfield No. 1, died on Sunday morning, and was buried on Monday in the cemetery near Ada. He leaves a widow but no children. Felt, Dea Newel Delphos Carrier, Sep 12, 1884 DIED:- At his residence near Pipe Creek, Aug 13th, 1884, of typhoid fever, Dea Newel Felt, aged 66 years, 3 months and 24 days. The deceased was born in Adams, Jefferson County, New York, on April 20, 1818. In 1842, upon his 24th birthday, he was married to Miss Sarah Fulton, and their union was blessed with five children, four sons and one daughter, the latter living just long enough to scatter a few rays of sunshine and entwine a few tendrils around the fond parents heart, then passed over the 'river' beckoning them to follow. The first six 1884 Delphos Carrier 27 years of their married life was spent in Newark, Licking County, New York, at the expiration of that time they moved to Mt. Vernon, Knox County, Ohio, remaining 14 years, thence to Blairstown, Benton county, Iowa, staying eight years, from which place they came to their homestead near Pipe Creek, Ottawa Co, KS, accompanied by their four sons, Jesse S., Charles N., Jabez A. and Barret M. Felt, all settling on homesteads near their parents, where they have remained until two years ago when Jesse S. was elected county treasurer and moved to Minneapolis. Last spring Jabez became engaged in selling agricultural implements in Delphos, the other two remaining on their farms near the old home. In the death of Dea Felt, the community not only loses one of its best and most honored citizens, but a sorrowing family are deprived of the kind admonitions of a loving husband and father, whose sudden loss is almost beyond endurance. The deceased has been a faithful and exemplary member of the West Branch Congregational church for the past four years, having been elected deacon when the church was organized and serving until his death. The deceased leaves an aged wife and the above mentioned sons, besides a large circle of loving and sympathizing friends to mourn their loss. The funeral occurred at the Colton schoolhouse, Friday Aug 15, Rev. C.B. Messer officiating, and was largely attended. A FRIEN