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Monroe County Obituaries

1871

Andrews, Dr R. M. Andrews

Published Spirit of Democracy Nov 7 1871

Dr R. M. Andrews, formerly of this county, died at his residence in Jackson County, West Virginia, on the 23d day of June, aged 65 years. Dr Andrews was born(e) in Green County, Pennsylvania.

Armstrong, A.D. Armstrong
[Source: Wheeling Register, October 7, 1871]
Armstrong, A. D.; died 10-5-1871; formerly of Powhatten, where many relatives now live, and for many years was a clerk on the river, died in St. Louis; learned from dispatch received by Capt. Mulrine.

Baker, Mr. Thomas Baker

Published Spirit of Democracy Oct 10 1871

Sad Intelligence. Intelligence reached here on yesterday, that Mr. Thomas Baker, a young man of this place, was accidentally shot and killed by a comrade near Omaha, Nebraska. This is very sad news for his widowed mother and friends here, and they have the sympathies of an entire community. We learn that his brother Charles intends to bring his remains to this place for interment - St. Clairsville Gazette, 5^th inst..

Bates, Martha Bates

Published Spirit of Democracy

Died - On the 6^th inst Martha Bates aged 61 years

Bever, John Bever

Published Spirit of Democracy June 6 1871

John Bever, of Washington township, was instantly killed on Tuesday, the 30^th ult. By falling from his buggy. He had been visiting his daughter on Archers Fork and was returning home. Mr. Bever was well known as a good citizen. He was respected by all who knew him. His age was 87 years.

Bowman, Henrietta G. Bowman
Source: Wheeling Intelligencer, February 16, 1871
Bowman, Henrietta G.; died 2-3-1871 at Fayettesville, Mo. Of consumption; wife of Chas. W. Bowman; age-23y; formerly of Sunfish, Monroe Co., Oh.

Brown, Peter Brown

Published Spirit of Democracy Nov 7 1871

Died -- On the 1^st inst. At the residence of G. H. Huffman, Green township, Peter Brown, in the 95^th year of his age. He was born on the Baltic Sea in 1777; came to this county from Washington county, Pennsylvania, thirty five years since and had resided with Mr. Huffman twenty three years, at the time of his death.

Waynesville Messenger please copy.

Condon, Dennis Condon

Published Spirit of Democracy May 9 1871

Tribute of Respect

Resolutions by the I.O.G.T. Sardis Lodge No. 347 April 29, 1871

Whereas’ In the mysterious providence of Almighty God, Bro. Dennis Condon, a charter member of the order instituted here March 23, 1869, and who was born Frederick County, Maryland, Oct. 26, 1832, having been called from labor to reward - dying April 23, 1871, effects of injuries received by the explosion of an engine boiler, while acting as engineer un the steam Flouring and saw mills of Nesbit & Hornbrook, of Sardis, Ohio. Therefore, be it

Resolved, That the order of Good Templars has lost, in his death, one among its most zealous and faithful members, a thorough temperance, and a good moral man, a good citizen and strong advocate of the great cause of temperance.

Resolved. That we tender to his bereaved companion, friends and relatives our most earnest, heartfelt sympathy, and that we strive to profit by his brilliant example as a worker and advocate of the cause which we espouse, so that when we are called to “pass over the river” we, too, may leave behind us a record of good.

Resolved, That a copy of these resolutions be sent to the wife and relatives of the deceased and also copy to “The Prohibition Era” “The Spirit of Democracy” and The Wetzel Independent,” for publication.

E.D. Holtz V.D.M.

Wm Knight L. D.

T. W. Richardson R.S.

Wm Thompson W. C. T.

Connor, Daniel O’Connor

Published Spirit of Democracy - Dec 27 1870

Resolutions of Monroe Lodge No 189 F & AM on the death of Daniel O’Connor

Whereas, It has pleased the great Architect of the Universe to call Bro. Daniel O’Connor a Master Mason from labor.

Resolved. That in the death of Bro. O’Connor we have lost a kind and generous friend, an esteemed citizen and a faithful brother.

Resolved. That we sincerely condole with the afflicted relatives of our deceased brother in their great bereavement. Peace be to his ashes green beam (sic) the acacia that blossoms above his grave.

Resolved. That a copy of these resolutions properly attested, be transmitted to the bereaved wife of the deceased; and, as a lasting memorial of our brotherly love and friendship for our departed brother, these proceedings be entered in full on our records.

Resolved. That the foregoing be published in the “Spirit of Democracy”

The lodge also resolves that the members wear the usual badge of mourning for thirty days, and that for a like time the furniture of the lodge room be draped in mourning.

Drum, Ellen Drum

Published Spirit of Democracy Aug 1 1871

We learn that Mrs. Ellen Drum, wife of Alex. Drum of Missouri, formerly of this place, died during the past month.

Dyer, Thomas Dyer

Published Dec 12 1871

On the 20^th ult., at the residence of Mr. George Nabba, of Sunsbury township, Mr. Thomas Dyer, of Pneumonia of the Lungs W

Edgar, William Francis Edgar

Published Nov 14 1871

Died -- At the residence of Mr. P Hamilton, Green township, William Francis Edgar, aged 19 years.

Ewing, Hon. Thomas Ewing Sr.

Published Spirit of Democracy Oct 31 1871

Hon. Thomas Ewing Sr., died at Lancaster, Ohio on Thursday, the 26^th inst..

Ford, Henry Ford

Published Spirit of Democracy

Death of General Ford

Henry Ford died at his residence near this place on Tuesday 3d inst.. Mr. Ford was known throughout this county and Harrison as a leading citizen, and as a man of strong native ability.

He served as commissioner of this county for two terms, although not harmonizing in politics with the dominant party. His name is identified with several of the principal thoroughfares of this county, on account of the active part he took in their (sic) construction.

He was born in Maryland, and at the time of his death he was about 77 years of age. He was an active member of the Wesleyan Church, and erected a church on his own farm, chiefly at his own expense. Near it his remains now repose.

Glover, David Glover

Published Spirit of Democracy July 11 1871

Mr. David Glover an aged and highly respected citizen of Smith township died on Saturday last.

Graham, Billy Graham

Published Spirit of Democracy Sept 19 1871

We learn that old Billy Graham an inmate of the County Infirmary, was killed by being butted by a ram one day last week. He was buried without an inquest being held, which was a violation of law. The Infirmary Directors should be required by the Commissioners to report why they neglected to have an inquest held; if he had any property or money; if so, what disposition was made of them, and other requirements laid down in the law.

Gregg, Leonard Gregg

Published Spirit of Democracy Mar 14, 1871

In Switzerland township, Feb 28 Leonard Gregg, only son of Martin and Mary Reader, aged 8 months and 23 days.

This offering, Father, to thine arms we tender,

Our child, our babe, our little one we yield:

It’s fragrance, Lord, to Thee we humbly render,

Our Choicest flower, the lily of the field:

To bloom beneath Thy smile-to dwell beholding

The wondrous mystery of Thy Love divine:

It’s beauteous petals evermore unfolding,

Its opening heart, dear Lord, so near to Thine. L.G.

Greives, daughter Greives

Published Spirit of Democracy May 30 1871

Burned to death -- One day last week a little daughter of Mr. Nelson Greives who lives a short distance from Bellaire, while trying to get some dominoes off a table, pulling it over, throwing a burning lamp on the floor. The lamp exploded and set fire to her garments. Before assistance could be obtained her clothing was mostly burned. She inhaled some of the fire, and was so severely injured that she died in a few hours.

Hall, Miss Margaret A Hall

Published Spirit of Democracy May 2 1871

On the 23d inst., Miss Margaret A Hall of Belmont County, in the 31^st year of her age.

Heckard, Mrs. Mary E Heckard nee Smith

Published Spirit of Democracy Mar 21 1871

Died at her residence, near Atlanta, Illinois. Mrs. Mary E Heckard aged 18 years and 6 months. Mrs. Heckard was born and raised in Monroe County, and went West with her father, E. M. Smith, the fall of 1868

Henderson, Rev James Henderson

Published Spirit of Democracy Sept 26 1871

Death of Rev James Henderson

We find the following in the Zanesville Courier on Friday

“Rev. Jas. Henderson, of Brownsville, PA for several years pastor of the M.E. Church at Cambridge, Ohio, and afterward Presiding Elder of that District, died very suddenly, last evening at the Kirk House in this city, of congestion of the lungs.-- He had been in poor health, and after visiting friends in McConnellsville, was on his way to Cambridge to join his daughter, when his useful life was so sadly terminated by death. His daughter was telegraphed for, but only arrived too late to get a father’s dying words. His remains were taken to Cambridge this morning for interment.”

“He was a good man and faithful minister in the fullest sense of the terms, and his death leaves three children orphans, and hosts of sympathizing friends, wherever know.”

(From Barnesville Enterprise, Sept. 21.)

“Rev. Henderson was stationed at Barnesville in 1858-9 and here as well as elsewhere he was greatly loved by all who knew him. He was one of the ministers who practiced as he preached, In every relation of life he was true and faithful. A pang of regret comes upon us when we reflect that one whose heart was ever affected by the suffering of others. Should thus die without a friend at his side. He was surely prepared for the change, but the world is poorer because a good man has departed.”

Rev. Henderson was stationed at Woodsfield in 1860-1, and was one of few Ministers, sent here, whom all persons esteemed. He was one of the best and purest men we ever knew.

Hunter, Rachel Ann Hunter

Published Spirit of Democracy June 20 1871

Died -- Suddenly, near Washington, Iowa on the 11^th day of June, 1871 Mrs. Rachel Ann, consort of John Hunter formerly of Monroe County, Ohio, aged 36 years, 5 months and 23 days.

Kelley, Fanny Kelley

Published Spirit of Democracy Mar 14, 1871

Died - February 20, 1871 near Graysville, this county. Fanny Kelley aged 96. She was born in Hartford County, Maryland in 1775: removed to Monroe County about thirty five years since, entered land in Wayne township and resided there to the time of her death.

Mr. Isaac Beardmore of Washington township , furnished the above.

Kent, Mr. Kent

Published Spirit of Democracy Mar 28 1871

A boy named Sturgeon, who formerly resided near Clarington, this county, killed a school teacher named Kent, at Point Pleasant, West Va, on the 10^th inst., by striking him several times on the head with a club. The teacher had punished Sturgeon for some misconduct in school, which was the sole provocation for the murderous deed.

Kirkbride, Judge David Kirkbride

Published Spirit of Democracy Oct 23 1871

Died - On the 20^th inst., Judge David Kirkbride of this place, in the 82d year of his age. The Bar held a meeting on the 21^st inst., at which Wm. F Hunter, Sr., Esq., and Jas. R. Morris, Esq., briefly spoke of the virtues of the deceased. The funeral took place on Sunday, the 22d inst..

Kirkbride, Judge David Kirkbride

Published Spirit of Democracy Oct 31 1871

Bar Meeting

Death of Judge David Kirkbride

At a meeting of the members of the Bar of Woodsfield, held in the court room on Saturday, October 21,1871, Hon. John S Way was called to preside, and J. O. Amos to act as secretary

Hon. W. F. Hunter, Sr., in very appropriate remarks, announced the death of Judge David Kirkbride, who, for many years, was one of the Associate Judges of this county.

The President appointed N. Hollister, J. R. Morris and J. Williams, Esquires, a committee to draft resolution expressive of the general sentiment of the profession on this occasion, who reported the following, which were adopted: Another of our most worthy citizens has departed this life. David Kirkbride died on Friday, October 20, 1871, at 10 o’clock P.M. in the 82d year of his age, and, as his sorrowing friends and neighbors, we deem it neat and proper to give an expression of the respect we hold for his memory and the virtues of his life; therefore

Resolved, That Judge Kirkbride, in the discharge of his duties as a former Judge of the Court of Common Pleas, was highly esteemed for his purity and integrity. In the relations of private life he enjoyed the confidence of all who knew him. He was an honest man and a good citizen. His Christian profession was illustrated by his upright manner of life, and in his daily walk and conversation.

Resolved, That we deeply sympathized with his widow and family in their bereavement, and it is hereby ordered that a copy of this expression, duly certified, be transmitted to them.

Resolved, That the chairman of this committee present these proceedings to the Court of Common Pleas, now in session, to be entered of record on its journal.

Long, Henry Long

Published Spirit of Democracy July 18 1871

ied -- July 12, in Malaga Township, Henry Long in the 82d year of his age.

Mackall, Lieutenant Mackall

Published Spirit of Democracy May 2 1871

Death of Lieutenant Mackall - It is with great regret that we announce the death of this promising young officer, which occurred at Santa Fe, New Mexico on the night of the 23^rd of April. His father Benjamin Mackall, Esq., received a telegram on Thursday afternoon, announcing the sad event. No particulars were given, but it is surmised that the cause was hemorrhage of the lungs, to which, since an accident at West Point, he was occasionally liable. On receipt on the news the family telegraphed directions to send the body home, but this was impossible, owing to the difficulties of the route and other causes.

Lieut. Mackall was born at Barnesville in 1844, and graduated with honor at West Point in 1869 having been included in the “first five,” or substantially at the head of his class. At the time of his death he was Chief Engineer of the Department of New Mexico, and would in all probability have obtained a high position in the army if his life had been spared - He was a dutiful son, an affectionate brother, and an enduring friend. He was the pride and hope of his family, which in their bereavement receive the sympathies of our community.

Maflet, Jacob Maflet

Published Spirit of Democracy June 6 1871

Died -- On Tuesday, the 23d ult., in Perry township, this county. Jacob Maflet, aged 66 years, 3 months and 18 days.

Malonee, Hez. Malonee

Published Spirit of Democracy June 20 1871

Sudden death -- On Friday evening last about 5 o’clock Mr. Hez. Malonee, of the Great Western on the National Road, while returning home from the circus at St Clairsville fell dead from his buggy. The cause of his death is supposed to be heart disease. He had apparently been in good health and showed no sign of disease.

Mason, Miss M Ophelia Mason

Published Spirit of Democracy 18 1871

(From the Mt. Carroll {Tils} Oread)

It becomes our painful duty to announce the death of a beloved and honored teacher - Miss M Ophelia Mason, late Principal of the Musical Department in the Mount Carroll Seminary.

Her illness, protracted through months of suffering, varied by indications of possible recovery, or of threatening danger, came to its close by her ceasing to suffer, Tuesday, January 3^rd, 1871, aged 25 years, 7 months and 1 day.

Buds are pleasing to the eye and to the hope. Blossoms add fragrance to beauty. Ripe fruit gladdens by various senses, as also by the unfolding and fulfilling of the early promise. In Miss Mason’s life, so early completed, the beauty of the bud, the fragrance of the blossom and the fulfilled promise, appear not in quick succession only, but blended in a unity of excellence, rarely equaled, ever mature, ever fragrant, ever beautiful.

Added years, however multiplied, could not have sufficed for the work which her ambition, her benevolence, and her industry would have planned; but the completion of such a character as she attained, is a work worthy of life, however prolonged.

The death of Miss Mason inflicts on the Seminary, a loss which we painfully feel. We trust however, that the fruits of her finished work, and the benefits of her example, may still contribute largely to the usefulness of her surviving associates, and the welfare of all her pupils and friends. C.K.C.

McCoy, Keziah McCoy

Published Dec 19 1871

At Clarington, December 5^th, 1871, in her 57^th year, Sister Keziah McCoy fell asleep in Jesus. She was a faithful member of the Christian Church 57years. For the last 17 years she lived with her son-in-law Bro. W. H. Mallory of this place. She bore her sufferings with humble resignation and passed away in triumph of Christian faith and hope. May the Lord comfort the bereaved relatives and friends, and prepare them to meet the deceased sister where parting is unknown. J A Walters

McGonigle, Joseph McGonigle

Published Spirit of Democracy May 9, 1871

Died - At the residence of his son-in law, Jonas Romick, in Martin’s Ferry, Ohio. Tuesday May 2, 1871 Joseph McGonigle, late of Monroe County, Ohio in the 85 year of his age.

The remains will be conveyed to Clarington, Ohio, on the Parkersburg packet, and will be interred near that place. The deceased had been a resident of Salem township, Monroe County, Ohio for the past twenty years. - Wheeling Intelligencer.

Mitchell, James Mitchell

Published Spirit of Democracy Mar 14, 1871

Departed this life, Feb 25 at the residence of his father, near New Castle. James Mitchell, son of Isaac Mitchell, aged 29 years 9 months 21 days.

He was a good boy, a noble youth, a Christian man; social, generous, kind, honest and honorable. He has left a father, mother, three sisters and numerous relatives and friends to mourn his death: but we sorrow not as those who have no hope, believing that our loss is his eternal gain.

Weep not for the departed son,

He’s not lost, but saved:

Far away, in a better world,

Far, far beyond the grave. C.J.

Mitchell, Miss Lucinda Mitchell

Published Spirit of Democracy

Died, December 7^th of Lung disease at New Castle, in the 23d year of her age MISS LUCINDA MITCHELL, daughter of ISAAC and MARGARET A MITCHELL.

The deceased was a child of the covenant and a member of the New Castle Presbyterian church.

Her life was one of piety, her death another triumph of the Christian faith. Loving parents , a brother and sisters and a large circle of youthful companions, mourn her departure , but are comforted by the Christian faith, “that them also which sleep in Jesus will God bring with him.

From adverse blasts and lowering storms,

Her favored soul he bore

And with your bright, angelic form

She lives, to die no more” G

Murray, Isaac Murray

Published Spirit of Democracy Aug 15 1871

Masterton, Monroe Co., Ohio

Aug 7 1871

Eds. Spirit It becomes our duty to chronicle the death of one of our most influential citizens.--Isaac Murray Esq., who was stricken down on the 3d inst., by a visitation of Divine Providence .--Mr. Murray moved to this county in 1839. He came here as a poor man, but by industry and economy amassed a considerable portion of this world’s goods. Of his hospitality, many can testify, as the needy never went unsatisfied from his door. He, in his youth, connected himself with the M E Church, and was regarded as an exemplary member. His family mourn him as a kind and indulgent husband and father; his acquaintances, as a good citizen, and as one deeply interested in the prosperity of the county. W F W

Murray, Isaac Murray

Published Spirit of Democracy Sept 19 1871

Resolutions of Respect

The following resolutions were unanimously adopted by the Quarterly Conference of Stafford Circuit, August 28 1871:

Whereas, In the interim of our meeting and during the past quarter, God, in his ever wise and kind Providence, has bereft us of our beloved brother, Isaac Murray, be it:

Resolved; 1 That we do most reverently submit to the will of Him who doest all things well.

2. That while we recognize and feel our deep bereavement in that we have been and are thus deprived of the fellowship and service of one so true to all the interests of the Church, we mourn not as those who have no hope, believing that through grace we shall renew our fellowship with him o Zion’s holy hill.

3. That we feel to express our condolence with his bereaved widow and family, who have thus been deprived of a kind husband and loving father.

4. That a copy of these resolutions be sent to the Pittsburg Christian Advocate, to the Noble and Monroe County papers, and to the family of the deceased. Thos. Finley, Sec.

Nesbitt, Elizabeth Nesbitt nee Patton

Published Spirit of Democracy IN MEMORIUM

Elizabeth Nesbitt, daughter of James Patton, of County Down, Ireland was born at Washington, Washington Co. PA and died at her residence in Sardis, Monroe Co., O., on the 24^th day of January,1871

Of her it may truly be said, she was a “Mother in Israel”. From her youth she was a member of the Presbyterian Church, first of Wheeling, and after, at New Castle, in this county and State. She possessed in their highest degree all those beautiful virtues which constitute the christian religion - which make the “Child of God”. Hers was that “faith which overcomes the world,” that “charity which suffered long and is kind;” which sought in silence opportunities to relieve suffering in all its forms. Hers was that “perfect love which casteth out all fear.” She was the peace-maker; the mourner friend; the meek and quiet spirit which hungered and thirsted for righteousness; and above all, she possessed that “pure heart which shall see God. She is gathered home as a shock of corn fully ripe is gathered in its season; and although our mother ‘is not’ and the community and the world has given back one of her truest children - yet this is true. By guardian angels led safe from temptation safe from sins pollution, she lives whom we call dead.

Neuhart, infant child Neuhart

Published Spirit of Democracy Feb 21 1871

Died - On the 16 inst. infant child of Louis Neuhart, of this place.

Okey, John Okey

Published Spirit of Democracy Aug 1 1871

Mr. F Koehler, of this place, received a letter from Missouri on the 29^th ult., stating that Mr. John Okey died on Monday, the 24^th ult.. The reception of this sad news cast a gloom over the countenance of many, as the deceased was a resident of this township for many years. Peace be to his ashes.

Paiden, Miss Samantha Paiden

Published Spirit of Democracy Sept 12 1871

Died

Miss Samantha Paiden died at her father’s residence near Sardis, August 25, 1871. Miss Paiden was a lady of education and refinement. For seven years she had suffered with disease of the stomach, during which time she had been attended by some of the most eminent physicians of the Western continent. She seemed to have an accurate knowledge of the true nature of her disease, which led her to believe that medicine was not for her, but death was inevitable.--Though her suffering was intense, yet she bore it with great patience. All fears of death seemed to be removed, and as she went town the horizon of time, never, never to be seen on earth again, light flashed from eternity and amid the shouts of angels she was borne out of time into the kingdom of God.

Peeper, Andrew Peeper

Published Spirit of Democracy Aug 15 1871

Dreadful Accident and Death near Beallsville

George Price overcome by the Damp in a Well but Rescued Alive

Heroism of Andrew Peeper - He Dies Rescuing Price

Beallsville Ohio Aug 11

The citizens of our place were this day thrown into a state of excitement by cries and screams of, at fist they knew not what -- but all were satisfied from what could be seen and heard that they were intended to notify our citizens that their help was needed immediately, but for what, this to them was the mystery.

All we then knew was what we could see from a distance of one-half mile.-- At the residence of John Miller might be seen persons running too (sic) and from the house to the barn, evidently trying to relieve some poor sufferer, or to extinguish a fire. In a shorter time than in required your reporter to pen this hasty constructed notice, from fifty to one hundred persons were on there way to Mr. Millers’ residence. Your reporter was not there, but learned the particulars from Dr. P D Githens who was summoned to the scene. They were as follows: Mr. Miller was having a well dug near his barn: his little nephew George Price, aged, perhaps, 15 years, went down in the well to bail out water, he had scarcely reached to bottom when he gave notice to those at the top that he was getting sick and wanted out. Thereupon, a man named Andrew Peeper, aged about 40 years, went down, fastened the rope around Price and he was drawn out apparently dead, but through the medical skill of Dr. Githens was restored to life, though very little hope is entertained of his recovery.

No sooner had Peeper succeeded in fastening the rope than he was struck with the damp. Every effort was made to take him from the well alive, but all attempts were in vain. Different persons tried to go down but could not. Grab hooks were then obtained and several attempts made to lift him out; he was at different times raised from 5 to 10 feet, when the hold would break and down he would fall again to the bottom. Finally by the aid of three grab hooks they succeeded in raising him about half way up when a fourth was attached to him and he was lifted from the well.

He had been there perhaps one hour and when taken out was cold in death. All efforts to resuscitate him were in vain. He leaves a wife and four small children to mourn his loss.

Pennington, Hiram Pennington

Published Spirit of Democracy (From the St. Clairsville Gazette, February 26)

Mr. Hiram Pennington of this place, after a short illness, died on Saturday last. His remains were followed to the grave on Monday afternoon by one of the largest funeral processions we have ever see in our place.

Piper, Joseph Piper

Published Spirit of Democracy July 4 1871

Mr. Joseph Piper. Of Belmont County, was killed by lightning on Thursday, the 22d ult. Two of Nathaniel Piper’s children were struck at the same time, but have fully recovered since.

Rose, Mr. Rose

Published Spirit of Democracy March 28 1871

Died - On the 18^th inst., at the residence of his son in Malaga township David Rose, aged 68 years.

Ruggles, Clarrisa Ruggles

Published Nov 14 1871

Mrs. Clarrisa Ruggles, ( relict of Hon. Benjamin Ruggles, who was eighteen years a United States Senator from Ohio) died at St Clairsville on the 26^th ult, in the 82d year of her age.

Schaub, Lawrence Schaub

Published May 30 1871

We learn that the body of Lawrence Schaub, of Lebanon, this county, was taken out of the river at Thel’s Landing, this county, on Sunday, the 21^st. Inst.. When or where he was drown no one knows. On his person was $65 in money and a note calling for forty dollars.

Schell, George Adam Schell
George Adam Schell died April 9, 1871, age 87 years and 19 days. He was born March 21, 1784, in Pennsylvania. He married Maria Arnd.

Sheets, Mr. Sheets

Published Spirit of Democracy Feb 28 1871

An old gentleman named Sheets died of consumption in this place, on Sunday the 26inst..

Shell, George Adam Shell

Published Spirit of Democracy Apr 25 1871

George Adam Shell, Apr 9, 1871 at his residence about one fourth of a mile from Miltonsburg where he had lived for forty years.

He was born in Toffen County Pennsylvania: he leaves 10 children, 87 grandchildren and 58 great grandchildren to mourn his loss.

Sinclair, Alta Olivia Sinclair nee Muse 2^nd obituary

Published Spirit of Democracy Feb 28 1871 (From the Zanesville Courier)

IN MEMORIUM

Died In Zanesville, at the residence of her father. Hon. RWP Muse on Wednesday Feb 15, 1871. Alta Olivia wife of Josiah Sinclair of Pittsburgh PA

The untimely decease of this estimable lady has been the occasion of deep sorrow to many hearts beyond the circle of her immediate friends and relatives. She was one of whom it may be said that

“None knew her but to love her;

None named her but to praise”

Those who knew her worth feel that some record (which must needs be inadequate) should be made of a life that was so bright and useful and promising.

Mrs. Sinclair was born at McConnelsville on the 17^th of August, 1847. In 1852 her father removed to Zanesville, which was thence-forward her home, down to the time of her marriage, April 6^th 1869.

She received her education at our High School graduating in 1866. During her school life she enjoyed, in an uncommon degree, the respect and esteem of her fellow pupils and teachers, who alike recognized her moral and intellectual excellence. She was an apt scholar evincing a maturity of mind and a strength of character far beyond her years. A former principal on the High School bears this testimony to her character and conduct while she was under his care.

“Her manners and address were such as to engage in advance all opinions in her favor. Her light-hearted gayety (sic) and energy in bearing her part in every school enterprise rendering her a pleasing companion and valued associate. Her application to her studies, though under some difficulties, and her fluency in recitation gave her always prominence among her classmates and established her reputation as a successful student. By the side of her early grave the writer can only remember her unusual personal attractions and agreeable manners, her respectful demeanor and devotion to duty, whose promise of a bright and useful womanhood has been disappointed by her untimely end”

In her mature life she impressed those who knew her with her superior intelligence, her clearness of judgment, her earnestness of purpose, her rare self-reliance, and her conscientiousness in the performance of ever duty.

She was one who thought for herself, and who was able to give a reason for all her beliefs and actions. Among those to whom she was “nearest and dearest,” she was ever a trusted counselor, as well as a warm-hearted and sympathizing friend.

She became a member of the Protestant Episcopal Church, by baptism on the 7^th of February 1869 and was subsequently confirmed by the Bishop of Pittsburgh. Her Pastor bears emphatic testimony to her faithfulness as a Christian. Her religious convictions were strong and remarkably intelligent. She possessed much of the spirit of her Divine Master, and the genuineness of her “faith” and manifested by her “good works.”

Her desire for Christian usefulness, (express in act more than in word) was strong and constant. Some who read this notice will be able to recall more than one incident of her life which strikingly exemplified the thoroughly practical character of her religion. According to her abilities and opportunities she “adorned the doctrine of God our Savior in all things.”

After her marriage she resided at Pittsburgh; but, at the end of a few months, her failing health rendered it advisable that she should return to her father’s house. During her long and tedious illness she was always patient and cheerful, desirous of living, yet perfectly resigned to God’s will. She was “faithful until death,” and we cannot doubt that she has entered into that “rest” which “remaineth for the people of God.”

The large concourse of friends who followed her remains to the grave showed how greatly she was respected and beloved, and how many there are who sympathize with the bereaved husband and parents and sister, in the heavy affliction that has fallen upon them O.

Sinclair, Alta Olivia Sinclair nee Muse

Published Spirit of Democracy Feb 21 1871

We learn that Mrs. Altha Sinclair, wife of Josiah Sinclair and daughter of R P Muse, of Zanesville, died of consumption at the residence of her father one day last week.

Sinclair, Western T. Sinclair

Published Spirit of Democracy Nov 7 1871

Resolutions

At a meeting of Monroe Lodge No. 189, F & A. M., held, September 26, 1871 a committee was appointed to draft resolutions, to be submitted at the next stated meeting, relative to the death of Bro. Western T. Sinclair. The Committee made the following report, which was adopted:

Whereas, It has pleased the Great Architect of the Universe to call Bro. Western T Sinclair, Master Mason, from labor:

Resolved, That in the death of Bro. W. T. Sinclair we have lost a kind and generous friend, an esteemed citizen and faithful brother.

Resolved. That we sincerely condole with still (afl)icted relatives of our deceased Brother in their irreparable loss-- Peace be to his ashes, and green be the accasia that blooms above his grave.

Resolved, That a copy of these resolutions, properly attested be transmitted to the bereaved wife of our deceased friend; and, as a lasting memorial of our brotherly love and friendship for our departed brother, these proceedings be entered in full on the records of the Lodge.

Resolved, That the foregoing be published in the Spirit of Democracy.

Sprague, Robert A Sprague 2^nd obit

Published Dec 19 1871

Sudden Death

Mr. Robert A Sprague

Sprague, Robert A Sprague

Published Dec 12 1871

On the 28^th inst., Mr. Robert A Sprague, of Switzerland township.

We learn that Mr. Sprague had been to Cameron with a load of tobacco, and was returning home in company with one or two others, and had gone but a short distance on the road when he fell back in his wagon and immediately expired. Pronounced an attack of apoplexy, Mr. Sprague was near 50 years of age. He leaves a wife and several children.

Tener, David Tener

Published Dec 12 1871

Died

At his residence on Atkinson’s Run, November 26, Mr. David Tener, aged 82 years.

Tracy, Thomas Tracy

Published Spirit of Democracy

Tribute of Respect

At the regular meeting of Central Lodge No. 279of Free and Accepted Masons, held in their Lodge room Jan 3, 1871, the following preamble and resolutions were unanimously adopted:

Whereas; It has pleased the Great Ruler of the Universe to call from our midst our dear and much respected brother Thomas Tracy, one of the Charter members of this Lodge, who, after a protracted illness, departed this life on the evening of the 21^st of December, 1870, in the 74^th year of his age; and

Whereas, Remembering that the deceased was dear to us on account of his many virtues, therefore, be it

Resolved, That in the death of Bro. Thomas Tracey this Lodge has lost a kind-hearted, intelligent, liberal and worthy member; and his afflicted wife and family an affectionate husband and father and father and the township and county a good citizen.

Resolved, That we heartily sympathize with the bereaved family in this the hour of deep distress, and pray that He who doeth all things well may comfort his afflicted widow and fatherless children, and lead them by his almighty arm so to live that when their time on earth be ended they may meet him in that better country, where sickness and sorrow cannot come and the weary are at rest.

Resolved, That we wear the usual badge of mourning for thirty days, and that the charter and hall be clothed with the same.

Resolved, That a copy of these resolutions be recorded on the minutes, and a copy furnished to the widow of the deceased, and published in the Spirit of Democracy.

M Hendershot

Jacob Arick

Samuel Gebhart

Twithem, George W Twithem

Published Spirit of Democracy May 2 1871

At the residence of his father, near Belmont, Belmont County on the 12^th inst., George W Twithem, in the 31^st year of his age.

Way, John S. Way

Published Nov 21 1871

Sudden death of Judge Way

On Tuesday night, the 14^th inst., John S Way, Judge of the Common Pleas Court of the district came to a sudden death.

He called at Minsterman’s Hotel on Tuesday evening in pursuance of a business appointment with a gentleman from Pittsburgh. He left there between half-past eight and nine o’clock for his home and was not afterward seen alive.

As it was his uniform habit not to remain out late, his family became uneasy at his nonappearance, and between two and three o’clock caused a search to be made for him. Just after daylight his body was found, covered with snow, in the road, about half way between the hotel and his home. He was lying on his back, his legs extended, and crossing at the ankles; his lantern was out, and standing upright at his side.

No inquest was held, but the physician present, decided from the purple marks on the face and neck, from traces of blood in the nostrils, and from other indications, that death had been caused by apoplexy.

About two years ago the Judge had an attack of something like apoplexy, from which he was restored with great difficulty.

On Thursday his body was interred with the honors of Masonry. He leaves a wife and two small children among those who deplore his loss. A profound gloom has been cast over the entire community by this terrible casualty. It will be remembered that two or three years ago, Dr. Smith, an uncle of Judge Way was suddenly deprived of life by the same disease.

Way, John S. Way 2^nd Obituary

Died, on the 14^th day of November, 1871, John S. Way, Judge of the second subdivision of the 8^th Judicial District of the State of Ohio, composed of the counties of Monroe and Belmont. Judge Way was born near Belmont, Belmont County, Ohio July 25, 1833 and came to this place with his father, Hon. Thomas A Way, in 1844. In 1844 he was sent to Marietta College, by his father, and afterwards studied law with his uncle N Hollister, Esq.. He was elected probate Judge of Monroe County, in the fall of 1857, and served 6 years and three months, and in the fall of 1867 was elected Judge of the Court of Common Pleas to fill the unexpired term of the late Judge Kennon. Judge Way had many qualities that endeared him to his acqaintances; but to his bereaved family, who knew him best, this afflicting Providence bears with greatest weight. He leaves a wife and two children, an aged and honored father, with other friends who deeply mourn his loss, and who have the sympathy of this whole community. COM

Williams, Mrs. Williams

Published Spirit of Democracy Mar 21 1871

At the residence of her son-in-law, John Miller, near Beallsville, Mrs.-------

Williams, in the 97^th year of her age. A.

Wilson, Johnston Wilson

Published Spirit of Democracy Feb 21 1871

Mr. Peter Dorr, of Miltonsburg, informs us that Mr. Johnston Wilson of Malaga township, died on the 11^th inst. Mr. Wilson was at one time a Justice of the Peace of that township and was looked upon as an honest, upright man.

Wilson, William S Wilson

Published Spirit of Democracy Jan 24 1871

Died - On the 8 th inst., at his residence in Beallsville , William S Wilson , aged about 70 years. Mr. Wilson filled the office of Constable in that township, Sunsbury, for 18 years.

Woodbridge, John M Woodbridge

Published Spirit of Democracy June 20 1871

John M Woodbridge disappeared from his residence in this city, on the 3d of February last. Every effort was made by his family to discover his whereabouts, but in vain. Yesterday morning his body was discovered floating on the surface of the Muskingum, below the dam, in the eddy by the piling above the Phanix (sic) Mill, and fastened in the piling. No portion of his clothing was missing except his hat. His hair was all gone, and a portion of his nose also. Coroner Emrich took charge of the remains and summoned a jury, who, after hearing the testimony, decided it to be the body of John M Woodbridge, and that he came to his death by drowning. Marriettian, 10^th inst.

Young, Henry Young

Kline, Moses Kline

Published Spirit of Democracy Mar 21 1871

Murder and Suicide

(Special Dispatch to the Enquirer)

Barnesville, Ohio, March 16 - At Hendricksburg, Belmont County Ohio, at five o’clock this evening Henry Young just pardoned out of the Penitentiary

for shooting Ferrel last year, shot and mortally wounded Moses Kline, and then shot and killed himself. Cause, jealousy.

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