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Allen, Lydia Ann Allen
Source: Monroe County courthouse records, Woodsfield, Ohio, December 2, 1881
Lydia Ann Allen died December 2, 1881, aged 8 years, 8 months and 11 days in
Center township. Daughter of Reuben and Minerva Allen.
Allen,
Spirit of Democracy,
Lydia A., daughter of R. and P. Allen, died
RESOLUTIONS OF RESPECT BY THE SCHOOL
WHEREAS --It is pleased
an all wise God in his providence to remove from our school one of our most
amiable pupils and beloved schoolmates, to her heavenly home above.
THEREFORE RESOLVED—That in the death of
RESOLVED—That when we think of her we will strive to imitate
the many good and noble traits that clustered around her character.
RESOLVED—That in this, their severe trial, we offer our
sincere condolences to the father, mother, brothers and sisters of the
deceased. May he who directs all things pour the balm of consolation into their
wounded hearts.
RESOLVED—That a copy of these resolutions be sent to each of
the county papers for publication.
E. BROWN, TEACHER
JERE W. HAWKINS, FORMER TEACHER
Allen, Sadie Allen
Spirit of Democracy,
Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, April 19, 1881
Died—On Saturday, the 16th inst, in this place, of
congestion of the brain, Sadie, infant daughter of Mr. and Mrs. C. N. Allen,
aged 20 months.
Her remains were taken to
Sadie was a lovely little girl, filling her home with much joy
and happiness; but there is a void never to be filled—one that reaches beyond
the parental roof; a vacant chair; one that is missed around the family
heartstone.
Alas! She has answered to the call of her Savior, “Suffer
little children to come unto me and forbid them not, for such is the “
Darling, from your slumbers deep,
Mother
calls—will you not waken?
In that lone, mysterious sleep,
Do you dream
of hearts forsaken?
Safe, where joys ne’er droop and languish
Are you
watching overheard?
Oh, the passion of the anguish,
Baby’s dead!
Amos, Jane Amos
Spirit of Democracy,
We regret to learn of the death of Mrs. Jane Amos, mother of
John M. Amos, editor of the Caldwell Citizens’ Press, which occurred at her
home in
She was an excellent
Christian woman and a member of the Presbyterian Church.
She was one of the early pioneers of
Andrews, Ella Andrews
Spirit of Democracy,
Ozark—Died at her home near here on Friday, December 9th,
at
Ella rallied for several days curing her illness, and her
recovery was thought certain, but she was suddenly taken worse and died in a
short time there-after.
Deceased was a member of the M. E. Church. She was prepared
for the change. Her remains were interred in the cemetery at the
Andrews, Emma Andrews nee Booth
Spirit of Democracy,
Mrs. Emma Andrews, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. W. F. Booth, of
Clarington, died on the 1st inst.
The funeral services were conducted by Revs.
Armstrong, James Armstrong
Spirit of Democracy,
James Armstrong, of
Armstrong, Walter Armstrong
Spirit of Democracy,
Walter, the six year old son of Mr. Julius Armstrong, died
from the effects of diphtheria at
The funeral took place in the afternoon.
He was a loveable child, and his death is a fearful blow to
the family.—Bellaire Tribune, 8th inst
Aulenbach, Carl Aulenbach
Spirit of Democracy,
Rev. Carl Aulenbach, former Pastor of the
Ault, Charles Ault
Spirit of Democracy,
Died of Lung Fever, Sept. 27th Charles Ault, only son of Amos and Margaret
Ault, aged about 2 years.
Baily, John Baily
Spirit of Democracy,
John Baily, a well to do farmer of Liberty Township, dropped
dead while hauling in oats, about 3 o’clock on Thursday last [August 18, 1881].
He had been complaining occasionally of pain in his breast,
but it is thought that heart disease was the cause of death, he was 60 years
old; born in Ireland, and a valued member of the Presbyterian Church—Guernsey
Times, 18th inst.
Baker, Samuel Baker
Spirit of Democracy,
A little boy named Samuel Baker was killed near
Bates, Rebecca Bates
Spirit of Democracy,
Rebecca Bates, of
Bell, Young son Bell
Spirit of Democracy,
On Friday when Mrs. James Bell of near McCleary’s Mills in
Jefferson township, was absent for a brief visit at a neighbors, her husband
left the house for a little while to go to the stable to feed his horses,
leaving two little children, one aged four years and the other six. He returned
in but a very little while horrified at finding the clothing of the youngest
child—a pretty little boy—in flames. The child was in spasms from pain, and
after suffering the utmost of misery died on Saturday morning [
Beringer, John Beringer
Spirit of Democracy,
A case of trichine has been developed at
Berry, (Young daughter) Berry
Spirit of Democracy,
A little four year old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Wm.
[d.
Blacklege, James Alvadore Blacklege 2nd obit
Spirit of Democracy,
Died—
Their home is strangely quiet now.
Like the tender dower
He passed
away from earth
To bloom in Heaven’s sweet vales,
And share the
angel’s mirth,
We will not weep for Alva,
For soon
we’ll join that band
Where Alva dwells so peaceful.
In a bright
and happy land.
Blowers, Samuel Blowers
Spirit of Democracy,
Samuel Blowers, an old citizen who resided two miles east of
this place, died on the 29th, ult.
Bohl, Catherine Bohl
Spirit of Democracy,
Mrs. Catherine, wife of Mr. Conrad Bohl, of Fearing township,
and mother of the Hon. Henry Bohl, of this city, died on Tuesday evening
[February 28, 1881] at 9:00 o’clock, of inflammatory rheumatism, of which she
had suffered for over two years. She was about 70 years of age and had always
been blessed with good health until she was taken with the disease which caused
her death, Mrs. Bohl was an exampiary woman and a kind and loving mother.
Bonian, M. Bonian
Spirit of Democracy,
M. Bonian, of McLead township, near
Bottenfield, (Young son) Bottenfield
Spirit of Democracy,
Died—On the 22d inst, a little son of Mr. and Mrs.
Bottenfield, aged two years.
The remains will be taken to
Bower, Joseph Bower
Spirit of Democracy,
Died—On March 9th, near
Bowman, Mrs. Pluma Bowman
Smith, (Young son) Smith
Spirit of Democracy,
OZARK,O.—Mrs. Huldah Smith recently returned from
While there one of her Grandchildren, a little son of Peter
Smith, died of diphtheria. She had been home but a few days when she received a
letter stating that her daughter was dangerously ill and wanted her to come
immediately. She went the first of this week but found on her arrival there that
her daughter, Mrs. Pluma Bowman, was dead and buried.
Bradfield, Albert Bradfield
Spirit of Democracy,
Albert Bradfield, who lived near
Heart disease is the supposed cause of death.
Bridgeman, John Bridgeman
Spirit of Democracy,
John Bridgeman, of Lee township, died on the 11th
inst. Mr. Bidgeman came to this county in 1805.
Brock, Eliel Brock
Spirit of Democracy,
Eliel Brock, of Cameron, this county, aged 28 years, died of
typhoid fever on the 14th inst.
Brown, Albert Brown
Spirit of Democracy,
Died—Of Consumption, in
He was a member of the Christian Church and leaves a large
circle of friends to mourn his loss.
Albert now lives beneath the sod,
His spirit in Heaven will stay,
His body will rise to meet his God
By Angels he carried away A FRIEND
Brown, Eliza Jane Brown nee Smyth
Spirit of Democracy,
Died,
She removed with her brothers to
She leaves a husband and seven children with a large circle of
relatives and friends to mourn her loss.
Brown, Maria Brown nee Kent
Spirit of Democracy,
Mrs. Maria Brown, wife of G. W. Brown of near Summerfield died
Tuesday [
Brown, Otto Brown
Blacklege, Alva Blacklege
Driggs, Edella Driggs
Spirit of Democracy,
Ozark, O.—Sept. 8, 1881—Since writing before the dreaded
reaper death has invaded our quiet little place, and again verified the adage,
that death loves a shining mark, by removing from amongst us three of our
brightest, fairest children.
Of diphtheria on August 21st, Otto, son of Mr. and
Mrs. James Brown, after an illness of three days. The same evening (of Otto’s
death) Alva, only child of Mr. and Mrs. Cyrus Blacklege, was taken with the
same disease and died the following Thursday [
In the new grave yard there were three graves made. In one
short week three lovely forms were laid. Out of sight of friends they were laid
away, to awaken no more until the judgement day. But eyes are heavy. And hearts
are sore. Parents mourn for the children that will come no more. They cannot
return to us, yet we may go to them.—May we all join our children in the glory
world. AMEN
Brown, Otto Carl Brown 2nd obit
Spirit of Democracy,
Died—
He carries the Lambs in His bosom,
There is never a Lamb his away from the cold
But looms in the summer eternal.
When storms sweep the hill and the night gathers deep,
We think of our paradise blossom,
And hear the same song for the weary that weep:
The weakest are safest, for over the steep,
He carries the Lambs in His bosom.
Brown, Philip J. Brown
Spirit of Democracy,
Died—On Friday, the 4th inst., in Green township,
this county. Philip J. Brown, aged 78 years. His remains were interred in the
Catholic cemetery here on Saturday, the 5th inst.
Brown, Williard Clyde Brown
Spirit of Democracy,
Died—On
Summer has almost gone,
The leaves are turning yellow, red and brown,
How beautiful the trees look,
And the nuts, see how ripe and nice they are’
on.
Bunfill, George Bunfill
Spirit of Democracy,
Yesterday morning an accident happened at the north end of the
P. W. & Ky. Passenger depot, by which George Bunfill, a deck-hand on board
the Belle Prince, lost his life, being run over and crushed into a
unrecognizable mass.
The morning freight train, with a passenger car attached,
arrived at the yards in
The cars were coming slowly,
slowly, not over four miles an hour, having lost their momentum.
Just before they reached the platform Bunfill came up the bank
and started to walk in front of the cars. It appeared as though he was
endeavoring to see how long he could stay on the track and not be hit. John
Joyce, a brakeman who was at the switch yelled to him, but he paid no
attention, and to the horror of all who were about he was seen to be struck by
the car and knocked forward. It is thought that the forward trucks of the first
car passed over his body, but the rear trucks caught him and commenced rolling
him, the crackling of the bones being distinctly heard. Had the train been
going fast it would undoubtedly have kept the track, but as it was going slowly
the body of Bunfill sufficed to throw four cars from the truck, and, it was not
until the heavy train had passed along at least four car lengths that it was
stopped.
The engineer of the engine on the side track saw the man as
the first trucks passed over him and blew for “down brakes” which was obeyed
and accounted for the sudden stoppage of the train. The sight presented was an
awful one, the cars being twisted about, the platform planks torn up and
splintered, blood all around and pieces of flesh scattered along; while under
one of the cars lay a quivering mass that had once been a human being.
Wheeling Intelligencer, 8th
inst
George Bunfill, who was
killed by the cars in
Burgess, Mrs. Burgess
Spirit of Democracy,
On Tuesday evening, the 10th [sic-11th] inst.,
Mrs. Burgess, of near Linton Mills, who was suffering from an attack of colic
assumed the responsibility of dispersing her own medicine to relieve the pain.
She entered the room where her son, Dr. James Burgess keeps his medicine and
took from a bottle in mistake about sixty grains of sulphate of morphia. The
symptoms which followed disclosed her error, and her son was dispatched for,
who was a few miles distant, Dr. Isgraham, of Bridgeville, was also summoned,
but the unfortunate woman was too far gone to be benefited by medical aid. She
died that night and her remains were followed by many friends to
Burkhart, Catherine Philomenia Burkhart
Spirit of Democracy,
An infant child of Mr. and Mrs. Geo. Burkhart, of this place,
died on the 2d inst. [Child’s name—Catherine Philomenia]
Burnside, General Burnside
Spirit of Democracy,
General Burnside, of
Burris, Porsasha Burris
Grandmother Burris died on October 4th, at her home
near the grove M. E. Church. [ submitter’s note—Her first name was Porsasha]
Burton, Harry Burton
Spirit of Democracy,
Harry, a little child of John Burton’s died of diphtheria on
the 18th ult.
[Harry died in October—1881]
Buskirk, Willie Buskirk
Spirit of Democracy,
Died—On Thursday, the 21st inst., of spinal
meningitis, Willie, only child of Dennis and Mattie Buskirk, aged 9 years, 2
months and 6 days.
“ It must be sweet in childhood to give back the spirit to its
Maker before the heart has grown familiar with sin.”
Willie was a good, bright, patient little boy of maturity of
judgement beyond his years. His amiable and affectionate disposition caused him
to be loved by all who knew him. In the springtime of his life he was called by
the All-wise Father to his home with those who do always behold His face and in
the spring-time we have laid to rest, when the buds are swelling and the
flowers blooming and the soft spring winds whisper above his grave seem to say
to the breaking hearts of those left to mourn, “ He is not lost, but gone before.”
Willie is missed. He sings with the angels. Before he died he
seemed to have a presentment of death, and was willing to go. May God bless the
stricken parents and help them to meet Willie in Heaven.
Butt, Sophia Butt
Spirit of Democracy,
Died—On Sunday, the 16th of Dropsy, Mrs. Sophia
Butt, wife of Mr. Jacob Butt, Sr., aged 52 years.
Campbell, Mrs. Campbell
Spirit of Democracy,
An old and much esteemed lady of Wells’ Bottom, Mrs. Campbell,
departed this life on the 22d inst.
She was buried at the home grave yard Tuesday last. A large
concourse of friends, and relatives, and relatives followed her remains to its
last resting place.
Carpenter, (Young son) Carpenter
Spirit of Democracy,
A son of Randolph Carpenter of Seneca township, was killed on
the 21st, inst, by a tree his father was cutting, falling upon him.
Carpenter, Dr. Carpenter
Spirit of Democracy,
Dr. Carpenter of
Carpenter, Matt H. Carpenter
Spirit of Democracy,
Senator Matt H. Carpenter, of
Carpenter, Robert Carpenter Sr.
Spirit of Democracy,
Died—In Beaver township, Noble county, on July 22d., Robert
Carpenter, Sr., aged 84 years.
Chapman, Wheeler Chapman
Spirit of Democracy,
Wheeler Chapman, a man of 70 years old, who lived near
Clark, Jane Clark
Spirit of Democracy,
George Laing of this place received, Tuesday, the sad
intelligence of the death of Mrs. Jane Clark, wife of Sarafield Clark, an aunt
of Auditor Atkinson of this county.
Mrs. Clark resided near this place many years, but removed to
Ridge Farm,
She was quite an old lady.
Clarvoe, Maude M. Clarvoe nee Barnes
Spirit of Democracy,
Clarvoe—On Saturday evening October 29, at
Funeral will take place from the residence of her mother,
Long and tedious were her sufferings. Life was sweet to her.
She wished so much to live, but God willed it otherwise and called her away.
Rest dear sister, to your new
home.--Washington City Paper
.
Driggs,
Spirit of Democracy,
Died—Little daughter Lena Estella Driggs, aged 1 year, 7
months and 16 days; died of diphtheria
“I take thee little Lamb’s, said he,
And lay them in my breast;
Protection they shall find in me
In me be ever blest.”
The parents have “each heard a voice.”
Tis the voice of their God. “I love thee,”
I love thee pass under the Rod.” W. BEDALL
Clegg, Sarah Clegg
Spirit of Democracy,
Died—Of Consumption, near Round Bottom,
Miss Clegg was a member of the M. E. Church, to which she
united herself five years ago. She had suffered long and much, but bore it with
that meek resignation which bespoke the maturity of her Christian graces. She
heard the Master call without a shadow of fear, and laid down the Cross to put
on the Crown, knowing in whom she put her trust, and was willing to confide in
Him for a glorious immortality. Rev. Ferguson conducted the funeral services.
How happy the angels that fall
Transported
at Jesus’ name;
The saints whom he soonest shall call
To share in
the feast of the Lamb!
No longer imprisioned in clay,
Who next from
the dungeon shall fly?
Who first shall be summoned away?
My merciful
Lord.—Is it I?
.
O Jesus, if this be Thy will,
That
suddenly I should depart,
Thy counsel of mercy reveal,
And whisper
Thy call in my heart;
O, give me a signal to know
If Thou
wouldst’ soon have me remove
And leave the dull body below
And fly to
the regions above. Matilda H.
McMahon
Clithers, Jemima Clithers
Spirit of Democracy,
Mrs. Jemima R. Clethers was born
“ Mother Clithers” as she was familiarly designated was one of
those few unwavering, unflinching and established Christians who are the “salt
of the earth.”
She united with the M. E. Church and was converted at the age
of 11 years. From that time until her death her “face was as a flint,”
Heavenward.”
She “grew in grace” as she
advanced in life. Her delight was in the old fashioned Wesleyan class meeting.
She was a model in attendance on the ordinances of the House of the Lord.
With her husband, John D. Clithers, who preceded her a little
more than a year to their Heavenly home; and who was for years both a class
leader and an exhorter. She was one of the “main pillars” of the
“Blessed are the dead which die in the Lord from henceforth
yes, with the Spirit, that they may rest from their labors; and their works do
follow them.” John A. Wright
Cooper, Anthony Cooper
Spirit of Democracy,
Died—On July 20th, at his home in
Cowen, Presley S. Cowen
Spirit of Democracy,
Of Presley S. Cowen,
who fell from a balloon at Washington,
“Presley Cowen is the oldest son of Hon. Judge Cowen, one of
our prominent citizens, and was in the thirty-third year of his age.
Prof. Tony White, one of our
St. Clairsville boys, has been engaged in giving balloon ascensions at county
fairs in this and other States, and has become quite an expert. White is quite
an athlete and was very successful in all his ascensions.
Presley Cowen, who was
somewhat reckless and not disposed to care much for his personal safety, has
had for some time an ambition to become a balloonist, and he accordingly
arranged with young White to go with him (White) to the Washington Fair and
make his first ascension at that place, provided two ascensions were to be made
there. White made the first ascension on Thursday. On Friday Cowen was
determined to ascend, and go he would, although Mr. White and several other
friends, who went to
He got off all right on the
trip and the ascension was a very fine one. But hardly had the balloon started
until Cowen climbed up above the basket and stood there clinging to the ropes
with one hand and waving his hat with the other. He remained in this position
as long as he could be seen. The balloons ascended about three-fourths of a
mile and then began to descend. It came down until it reached the tops of the
trees in a piece of woods, three-fourths of a mile from the fairgrounds. When
the balloon struck the tops of the trees, those who were watching it from the
fair-grounds saw that it suddenly bounded up into the air again, as though it
had been suddenly relieved of its burden. It was suspected at once that Presley
had fallen out, and a number of persons went at once to the spot, where they
found their fears were realized.
Cowen was found lying on the
grounds in the woods in an unconscious condition. He had fallen about sixty
feet, but was not mangled. A doctor and a wagon were sent for, and when both
came the unfortunate man was conveyed back to town. He died [October 7, 1881]
about the time the hotel was reached, but before being removed from the wagon.
The physician says his spine was injured, but that he died from internal
hemorrhage. He spoke a few words only after he was found. There was no one to
blame for the accident except Presley Cowen himself—Bellaire Independent
Cox, E. B. Cox
Spirit of Democracy,
Mr. E. B. Cox, formerly a resident of this place and at one
time postmaster, died at his residence in
Crawford, Hugh Crawford
Spirit of Democracy,
Hugh Crawford was born in
They were both highly esteemed and were both members of the
Presbyterian Church.
The six surviving children all possess the respect and
confidence of the communities in which they reside and are all members of the
church at
“Blessed are the dead who die in the Lord.” J. A. W.
Cross, Marian Cross nee Evans
Spirit of Democracy,
Mrs. John Walter Cross, (George Eliot) the distinguished
English novelist, died in the night of the 22d of December. Her maiden name was
Marian Evans, and she was born in
Cutler, Eva Cutler
Cutler, Albert Cutler
Cutler, Emma Cutler
Spirit of Democracy,
Mrs. Mary Cutler, of Buckhill Bottom has lost three
children—one boy and two girls, ages –10, 12 and 15 years within a weeks time,
the last dying on Monday evening last. Diptheria was the cause of their death
and it was brought from Bellaire by relatives.[submitter’s notes- Albert died,
Darrah, Robert Darrah
Spirit of Democracy,
Robert Darrah, brother of clerk Darrah, after a brief illness
from pneumonia, died on Friday at his residence two miles west of Bellaire,
aged fifty-two years.
The funeral took place on Sunday under the conduct of the
Masonic fraternity.
Deceased was esteemed as a good neighbor citizen.—Belmont
Chronicle, 1st inst
Davis, James Davis
Spirit of Democracy,
We feel sad to record the death of Captain James Davis, which
occurred at the St. Charles Hotel Wheeling Wednesday morning last
[
Captain Davis was acknowledged to be one of the best
steamboatsmen on the river and had just completed the nice little, Return, and
had intended to commence running his elegant little craft in the
Dietrich, Jacob Dietrich
Spirit of Democracy,
Jacob, son of George Dietrich, died at his father’s residence
four miles south of this place, on the 29th ult, aged 20 years. He
was an exemplary young man, having joined the
He went from home to work on the steamer Courier in January
last, and remained on her till in March, when he strained himself in lifting,
and was taken sick from the effects of it. He was skillfully treated by Dr.
Roe, of
“Why should we mourn departed friends,
Or grieve at death’s alarm?
‘Tis but the voice that Jesus sends
To call us to his arms.”
Wetzel Co. (
Dixon, Mr. Dixon
Spirit of Democracy,
Mr. Dixon, of Neff’s Siding,
Dixon, James Dixon
2nd obit
Spirit of Democracy,
The subject of this sketch was the son of Andrew and Rachel
Dixon. Andrew Dixon emigrated to
He was born
--Eight children (four sons
and four daughters) are now living.
Mr. Dixon united with the Cumberland Presbyterian Church about
the year 1836 and was an active member while that church maintained its organization,
then known as the old Shiloh church, (now Bethel) after which, he united with
the Presbyterian Church. He was always a firm believer in the teachings of Holy
Writ and was a strong advocate of its doctrines. Although his mind might be at
a loss to comprehend other matters, yet upon religious duties it was clear and
comprehensive to the last, and, in acts of benevolence and charity, he was
always exceedingly liberal. No human being can say he was ever turned hungry
from his door, or was ever denied shelter. In weights and measures he was
exceedingly careful to give the full share to the party purchasing. His mind
was clear on all points of the Scriptures, until the last, and he had always
been a great Scripture reader.
Very few men who had not the advantage of education had so
good a store of information. History and Astronomy were his favorite studies.
He received his education on the same farm where he lived, in a log cabin
school house. He gave the ground on which the Coal Brook Presbyterian Church is
built and contributed liberally to the Church.
James Dixon passed away from this life
Dotson, Joseph Dotson
Spirit of Democracy, Woodsfield,
Ohio, dated, November 15, 1881
Died—At his father’s residence in Noble county, Ohio, Oct. 21,
1881, Joseph Dotson; in the 24th year of his life.
Death is a melancholy day to those who have no God. That which
is the terror comes alike to all and the stoutest heart is often filled with
dismay at his silent but warm approach.—Death beds bring the beholder into near
proximity to the Spirit World; and who does not then wish to die the death of
the righteous? Safe in the arms of Jesus as the departing soul goes down into
the cold waters of the dark river, reluctently bidding adieu to loved ones and
familiar objects of earth forever.—Every circumstances becomes clothed with an
awful solemnity. Fear and dismay harass the soul that is not supported by faith
and hope in the Savior of sinners. Not so with the beloved subject of this
notice. He met the last enemy peacefully. His anchor was cast within the vail
and his feet planted on the Rock of Ages. For him to live was Christ and to die
was gain. Brother Dotson was born and brought up within the bounds of the
Swazey M. E. Church and converted in early life and his subsequent life gave
satisfactory evidence that he had consecrated himself in meek humility to the
service of his God. For a short time he labored to do good in the Temperance
cause in the suppression of intemperance and the building up of temperance but
his health failed and he was obliged to yield to the inroads of that insidious
and deceptive foe, Consumption. For a time he tried the benefit of medical
counsel, but all was ineffectual. At home he ended his days amid the kindly
ministry of loving friends.
The members of Pleasant Valley Division, No. 7, met in regular
session and unamiously adopted the following resolutions:
WHEREAS—God in his providence has been pleased to call one our
beloved members from his labors on earth to his heavenly home, therefore,
RESOLVED—That we feel keenly this separation from one who was
endeared to us by so many pleasant memories of devotion to his Church and Division.—One
that was ever faithful in the discharge of all duties as a Christian Brother
and Son has gone to his reward.
RESOLVED—That in the death of our esteemed Brother the Church
has suffered a severe loss, and our Division has been deprived of a warm friend
by whose presence we were aided in our work for the Master.
RESOLVED—That we recognize in our bereavement the hand of our
Heavenly Father and how in humble submission saying, thy will, O Lord, not ours
be done.
RESOLVED—That we extend our heart-felt sympathy to the
bereaved family, and that a copy of these resolutions be sent them and a copy
to the
(COMMITTEE)
Duvall, Effie Duvall
nee obit
Spirit of Democracy,
Died—Thursday morning,
Dearest Effie, how we miss thee,
Miss thy little prattling tongue;
And the evening shade is gone.
Yet again we hope to meet thee.
When the days of life are fled.
Then in Heaven with joy to greet thee,
Where no farewell tear is shed. L. G.
Duvall, Ross Duvall
Duvall, Wm. C. Duvall
Duvall, Edie Duvall
Raines, Clara Raines
Spirit of Democracy,
Prof. A. W. Grissell conducted the funeral services.
Ross and Willie bade their friends farewell and told them
where they wished to be buried and what disposition to make of their money.
Ross willed all his (several dollars) to the new church and Willie gave one
dollar toward the church and the balance to his little sister, who survived him
but two days.
Clyde Brown also gave his savings (which amounted to several
dollars) to the church fund, and Alva Blacklege gave a dollar to the church
before he was taken sick. Thus we see the four boys that left us before the
church was fairly commenced were interested and anxious of the new church. Let
older ones be admonished by their example.
On Monday, Sept. 19th, Clara, youngest child of Mr.
and Mrs. Frederick Raines, died, aged five years, five months and fourteen
days.
.
Dark clouds gathered over our place,
And the shadows crept about,
For in several homes in Ozark
Their brightest lights went
out.
The joyous about of boyhood
And the childish prattle were
stilled.
‘Twas hard to say “Thy will
be done,”
Even though the Master
willed.
Our hearts go out in sympathy
To those parents are bereft,
And we watch with trembling
anxiety
The children that are left,
May God who is rich in mercy
Stay the destrying angels
hand,
And may parents and children
be reunited
In the Heavenly Land.
Duvall, Ross Duvall
2nd obit
Spirit of Democracy,
Died—Sunday morning,
After Ross had bidden his friends farewell he said: Turn me
over; I am satisfied now and I want to rest.” He only breathed two or three
times after his request was granted.
Ross rested when his spirit fled,
When in awe we whispered, “Ross is dead!”
Ere his body was laid beneath the sod,
His spirit rested with his God.
.
Weep not, father, mother, for Ross;
Weep not, sister, brother, your loss
Is his gain. The Master knew best—
Ross is satisfied now and at rest.
Duvall, Willie C. Duvall nee 2nd obit
Spirit of Democracy,
Died—Tuesday morning,
Weep not for a son deceased,
Our loss is
his infinite gain;
A soul out of prison released,
And freed
from its bodily chain.
.
With songs let us follow his flight
And mount
with his spirit above,
Escaped to the mansions of light
And lodged in
the
Eberle, J. M. Eberle
Spirit of Democracy,
J. M. Eberle, a resident of
Deceased was a soldier under the first Napolleon and
campaigned with him from 1811 to 1815.—Belmont Chronicle, 12th inst.
[date of death-
Edney, R. P. Edney
Spirit of Democracy,
Edney, R.P. Edney, formerly a
resident of Woodsfield, died at his home near
Elliott, Herman C. Elliott
Spirit of Democracy,
Died—At Ozark,
His remains were taken to Beallsville for interment.
Farewell, Hermie, thou hast let us,
None can ever fill your place;
How we miss thy merry laughter,
How we miss thy
smiling face,
How we miss the many helps
Thy little hands were want to give;
How lonely are our hearts and home,
Since you went to Heaven to live.
You have gone to live in a country
Where the inhabitants never die,
And we expect to meet thee, Hermie,
In the sweet by and by.
Elliott, Hermie C. Elliott 2nd obit
Spirit of Democracy,
Death has invaded our quiet village and taken from our midst
little Hermie C. Elliott; he was taken very sick with lung fever on Thursday,
May 5, and died the following Monday [
Dr. Keyser and Stewart were in attendance, but skill and good
nursing could not save Hermie; his sufferings were intense.
Engeman, George H. Engeman
Spirit of Democracy,
Died—On Thursday, 21st of Dropsy, George H., a
little son of Mr. and Mrs. E. R. Engeman, aged 1 year, 11 months, 24 days.
Georgie was a bright, promising little boy. The parents have
the condolence of the community.—Clarington Independent, 29th ult
Erlewine, Daniel Erlewine
Spirit of Democracy,
Died—On
Evans, (Young Child) Evans
Spirit of Democracy,
A child of Mr. Stephen Evans died in this place on the 1st,
inst.
Evans, (Young child-4th child) Evans
Spirit of Democracy,
A fourth child of Mr. and Mrs. S. B. Evans died of diphtheria
last week.
Evans, Clendenon Evans
Spirit of Democracy,
Another child of Mrs. S. B. Evans died on the 22d inst, of
diphtheria. This is the third death in Mr. Evans family within the past month
from that dreaded disease. His three remaining children, one here and two at
Ozark are afflicted with the same disease. The heartfelt sympathies of our
people go out to Mr. and Mrs. Evans in this, their time of sore affliction and
trouble.
[submitter’s note** child’s name—Clendenon]
Evans, Katie Evans
Spirit of Democracy,
Died—Katie, a little daughter of Mr. S. B. Evans, died in this
place, of diphtheria, on the 8th inst.
Fankhouser, Samuel Fankhouser
Spirit of Democracy,
Mr. Samuel Fankhouser, of
Farrier, Estella Farrier
Spirit of Democracy,
Estella, daughter of Samuel Farrier, of Clarington, died of
scarlet fever on the 12th inst.
Faupel, John H. Faupel
Spirit of Democracy,
John H. Faupel, a half-brother of Adam and Charles Faupel of
this city, was killed on the B & O
R.R. near Mannington on Saturday evening
[
Just how he came to fall under the cars we could not learn,
but it is supposed he was tightening a brake, when it let go or broke, throwing
him beneath the wheels. Both legs were cut off close to the body, and he never
spoke after he was picked up.
Adam and Charley Faupel left here Sunday morning to take
charge of the remains.—Bellaire Independent, 8th inst.
Fleming, Robert Fleming
Spirit of Democracy,
Robert Fleming, of near
Foraker, (Elderly Lady) Foraker
Spirit of Democracy,
An old lady named Foraker, while crossing Salt Creek, near
Forney, John W. Forney
Spirit of Democracy,
Hon. John W. Forney, editor of the Progress, published in
Mr. Forney was an able writer, and one of the best informed
newspaper men in the
Foster, Frank Foster
Spirit of Democracy,
Frank Foster, a prominent young business man of
Fox, James Fox
Spirit of Democracy,
A human body was found at Gamble’s Landing about three miles
below town on Sunday evening last.
It was reckonized by two or three parties as the body of James
Fox who had been missed on board the steamer Diurnal on Thursday night before.
An inquest was held by Squire Telford and from the report of
the crew of the Diurnal, it is supposed that Mr. Fox had gotten up in his sleep
and walked over board.—
The deceased resided two or three miles back of Matamoras and
had only been married a month or two.
Squire Telford notified his friends of the facts and buried
the body on the river bank until friends are heard from.
Frame, Lizzie Frame
Spirit of Democracy,
On Monday near Gibson’s Station, Miss Lizzie, a daughter of
Mrs. Eliza Frame, took from the hearth at the dwelling the full of a shovel of
live coals to start a fire in a tenant house near by. A coal dropped from the
shovel into some dry grass which ignited and soon the flames were rushing
through it towards the barn. The alarmed Lizzie attempted to extinguish the
fire. Her clothing ignited and almost instantly she was wrapped in a sheet of
flame.—Frenzed with pain she ran shrieking from the burning grass. Her mother
heard her cries and soon overtook her. The mother, although her own clothing
several times caught fire, with her naked hands, tried to smother the flames
about the burning daughter.
Miss Lizzie lingered in the most intense agony for nearly
fourteen hours and died. One-third of the surface of her body was roasted and
crisped.—Cambridge Jeffersonian, 31st, inst.
Franzheim, Will Franzheim
Spirit of Democracy,
Intelligence of the accidental drowning of Mr. Will Franzheim
at
This morning while he and some others of the party were in
swimming young Franzheim, it is supposed was taken with cramps, and he sank to
rise no more alive, before help could reach him. His friends, however, used
every exertion and finally succeeded in recovering the body. The remains of the
unfortunate young man will be buried from the residence of his mother in
Wheeling.—Bellaire Independent, 12th inst.
Freiber, Louis Freiber, Sr.
Spirit of Democracy,
Died—Near Cameron, in
The deceased was born in
Bro. Freiber was a true Christian, being a member of the M. E.
Church for nearly 60 years. The wife is bereaved of a true husband; the
children of a kind and good father; and the community has lost one of its best
citizens. He was followed to the cemetery by a large procession of relatives
and friends who mourn his loss.
The funeral services were
conducted by Rev. Clark.
When each can feel a mourner’s sigh,
And with him bear a part;
When sorrow flows from eye to eye,
And joy from hear to heart.
.
Cease, mourners, cease, and weep no more,
Your friend has passed from earth away;
Where all is joy and peace and love,
To that eternal home above.
Garfield, James A. Garfield
Spirit of Democracy,
WASHINGTON-D.C., JULY 2—President Garfield was shot at the
Two shots were fired, the first taking effect near the
shoulder, the other in the back as he fell. The assassin was arrested
immediately; name not known. C.
A. Tinker, Supt.
.
[
“After Life’s Fitful Fever, He Sleep’s Well”
The Spirit
of the Noble President Takes it’s Flight
Amidst Sweet Dreams of His Once Happy Home
The Moan of the Restless Ocean Mingles With the Sobs
Of Those Who Mourn for the
Great, the Noble and the Good
.
The Struggle Ended
.
Death of the Martyr President
ELBERON, N. J., SEPTEMBER
19—The President died at
.
New York—September 19—A
telegram extra says: “At the President’s bedside, holding his poor wasted hand
in her own, and watching with anguish unutterable the fast vanishing sands of
life,
SAT THE DUTIFUL AND DEVOTED
WIFE
during the closing hours of
the President’s career. Around him were other friends and physicians lamenting
their powerlessness in the presence of the dark angel of death. Toward the last
the mind of the sufferer wandered. He was once more back in
FLICKERED AND WENT OUT
FOREVER
Nearly every one around the
President clung to hope to the last, and refused to credit the approach of
death until the shadow deepened and the destroyer’s presence could be no longer
unfelt. Flags hang at half mast from every house on
ATTORNEY GENERAL MACVEAGH’S STATEMENT
Elberon, Sept. 19,
‘I sent my report to Mr. Lowell at 10 p.m. Shortly before
that, Dr. Bliss had seen the President and found his pulse at 106, and all the
conditions were promising of a quiet night. The Doctor asked the President if
he was feeling uncomfortable in any way. The President answered, “Not at all,”
and shortly afterwards fell asleep, and Dr. Bliss returned to his room across
the hall from that occupied by the President. About fifteen minutes after
MR. ARTHUR SUMMONED
Long Branch, Sept. 20,
It becomes our painful duty to inform you of the death of
President Garfield, and advise you to take the oath of office as President of
the
Wm. Windom—Secretary of the Treasury
W. H. Hunt—Secretary of the Navy
Thomas L. James—Postmaster General
Wayne MacVeagh—Attorney General
S. J. Kirkwood—Secretary of the Interior
. ______
GRIEF
Of a Great Nation for its Stricken Head
“ The Paths of Glory Lead But
to the Grave
And the Brightest Career Ends
in a Nations Tears
Arrangements being Made for the Last Sad Rites
The Corpse to be Laid in
State in the Rotunda at the Capitol
.
SCENES AT THE BEDSIDE
New York, Sept. 21—The Times
Long Branch special says: The following persons were present when the President
breathed his last; Drs. Bliss and Agnew, Mrs. Garfield and her daughter, Col.
Rockwell, O.C. Rockwell, Gen. Swaim, Dr. Boynton, Private Secretary J. Stanley
Brown, Mrs. And Miss Rockwell, Executive Warren Young, H. L Atchinson, John
Ricker, S. Lancaster and Daniel Spriggs, the attendants, the last name colored.
Mrs. Garfield sat in her chair shaking convulsively and with uttering no sound.
After awhile she arose and taking hold of her husband’s arm smoothed it up and
down. Poor little Mollie threw herself upon her fathers’ shoulder on the other
side of the bed and sobbed as if her heart would break.
EVERYBODY ELSE WAS WEEPING
At
HE SUFFERED NO PAIN
After the time he placed his
hand upon his heart and he passed away almost quietly. The line between life
and death was marked by no physical exhibition, nor any word. There was
absolutely no scene. The intervals between the gaspings became longer and
presently there was no sound. Every one present knew death had come quickly and
without pain. When it became evident that he was dead, Mrs. Rockwell placed her
arm around Mrs. Garfield and led her from the room. She uttered no word. One by
one the spectators left the scene, the doctors only remaining in the room and
the windows being closed.
THE POST MORTEM EXAMINATION
Elberon, September 20—The
following official bulletin was prepared at
By previous arrangement a
post mortem examination of the body of the President was made this afternoon in
the presence and with the assistance of Drs. Hamilton, Agnew, Bliss, Barnes,
Woodward, Reyburn, Smith, of Elberon, and Acting Assistant Surgeon D. L. Lamb,
of the Army Medical Museum, Washington.
The operation was performed
by Dr. Lamb. It was found that the ball after fracturing the right 11th
rib had passed through the spinal column in front of the spinal canal,
fracturing the body of the first lumbar vertebra, driving a number of small
fragments of bone into the adjacent soft parts and lodging just below the
pancreas, about two inches and a half to the left of the spine and behind the
perits__eum, where it had become entirely encysted. The immediate cause of
death was secondary hemorrhage from one of the meaentric arteries, adjoining
the track of the ball, blood rupturing the peritorreum and nearly a pint
escaping into the abdominal cavity. This hemorrhage is believed to have been
the cause of the severe pain complained of just before his death. An abcess
cavity six inches by four in dimensions, was found in the vicinity of the gall
bladder between the liver and transverse colon, which were strongly
inter-adherent. It did not involve the substance of the liver, and no
communication was found between it and the wound. The suppurating channel
extended from the external wound between the lion muscles and right kidney to
the right groin. This channel is now known to be due to the burrowing of pus
from the wound and was supposed to have been the track of the ball.—On
examination of the organs of the chest evidence of severe bronchis were found
on both sides with bronchpulumoria of the lower portion of the right lung, and
though so much less extent of the left. The lungs contained no abcesses and the
heart no clots. The liver was enlarged and fatty, but free from abscesses, nor
were any founding any other organ except the left kidney which contained near
its surface a small abcess about one-third of an inch in diameter. In reviewing
the history of the case in connection with the autopsy, it is quite evident
that the difficult supporting surfaces and especially the fractured spongy
tissue of the vertebra furnish sufficient explanation of the septic condition
which existed.
{Signed} D. W. Bliss J. K. Barnes
J. J. Woodward Robt.
Reyburn
F. H. Hamilton D.
H. Agnew
A. H. Smith D.
S. Lamb
.
THE FUNERAL SERVICES
ARRANGEMENTS ORDERED BY THE
CABINET
Long Branch, September 20—The
following arrangements for the funeral services have been ordered by the
Cabinet, and are given to the press for the information of the public:
The remains of the late president
of the
JAMES G. BLAINE—SECRETARY OF STATE
.
THE DEAD PRESIDENT’S MOTHER
PRESIDENT GARFIELD’S SONS
PRESIDENT GARFIELD’S WILL
NEW YORK A PLACE OF MOURNING
Secretary Blaine arrived this morning, and is now with President
Arthur. The stock exchange voted to convene the Governing Committee
immediately, and recommended that the exchange be closed at
The mining, produce and other exchanges are closed. Brown
Bros. this morning sent a contribution of $5000 to the fund for Mrs. Garfield.
The streets are comparatively deserted. People are walking
about in a listless manner. Business is not thought of. Attention is devoted
entirely to the black bordered newspaper sheets which may be seen in
everybody’s hands.—
Around the newspaper offices crowds are gathered waiting for
further details. Words of hearfelt feeling for the dead sufferer and of
sympathy for the bereft family mingle with bitter terms of hatred for the cruel
assassin whose dastardly work is now accomplished. All over the city
housekeepers are at work.
DRAPING THEIR HOUSES IN MOURNING WEEDS
The flags on the public
buildings, banks, newspaper offices and other buildings are at half mast and
making preparations for affixing festoons of mourning to the cornices and
windows. In the bay and on the river ships have their colors at half mast. The
city is buried in grief, heart-felt, spontaneous and genuine. The police courts
adjourned early today, as did also the general sessions court. Preparations are
being made to drape them all. Black flags were at half mast over the police
stations in the city and they are being draped in mourning. The usual police
board meeting has been adjourned. When the board meets suitable action will be
taken on the president’s death.
General Grant left for
.
ADDITIONAL NOTES
September 27—President Garfield died at
.
September 27—The proudest wreath that crowned
.
September 27—The remains of President James A. Garfield were
interred at
Gillespie, Mrs. Gillespie
Spirit of Democracy,
Mrs. Gillespie, mother of Mrs. Henry Smith, of this place,
died at her home on Irish Ridge last week of consumption.
Gillespie, Samuel Gillespie
Spirit of Democracy,
Samuel Gillespie, station agent of the C. & P. R. R. at
Friday evening [
Gossett, John Gossett, Sr.
Spirit of Democracy,
John Gossett, Sr. aged 81 years of Union township,
Graham, Lucinda A. Graham
Spirit of Democracy,
Died—In Miltonsburg,
Graham, Sadie Graham
Spirit of Democracy,
Miss Sadie Graham died of typhoid fever Wednesday evening [
Grant. Mrs. Grant
Spirit of Democracy,
Mrs. Grant, who resided near Steed’s Mill, on Cranes Nest
Creek, died on the 18th inst., aged 76 years.
Gray, John W. Gray
Spirit of Democracy,
John W. Gray, a prominent and wealthy citizen of
Gray, John William Gray
Spirit of Democracy,
A little child of Frank Gray’s died of diphtheria on the 27th
ult.
[submitter’s note**name of child—John William]
Green, Joseph Green
Spirit of Democracy,
Joseph Green, of Powhatan,
Greer, Joseph C. Greer
Spirit of Democracy,
Joseph C. Greer, Sr.,
Grefe, Henry Grefe
Spirit of Democracy,
Henry Grefe, of
Griffith, George Griffith
Spirit of Democracy,
Died—Mr. George Griffith died of Consumption at his home near
Beallsville on Wednesday evening, July 20th.
Griffith, Naomi Griffith
Spirit of Democracy,
Mrs. Naomi Griffith, aged 67, relict of Lewis Griffith,
deceased, of this, Center township, died suddenly on the 20th inst.
Mrs. Griffith was as well as usual during the day and was
taken sick with something like apoplexy at
The funeral took place on the 22d inst., at Moffett’s on
Grimes, Mrs. Thomas Grimes
Spirit of Democracy,
Mrs. Thomas Grimes died near
Hall, Frank Hall
Spirit of Democracy,
Died—On the 29th ult, of spinal meningitis, Frank,
little son of John and Rachel Hall, aged 4 years.
“Alas how very soon is gone,
A darling child!
Into a new life born,
Pure, undefiled;
And fond hearts almost break;
Bearing their woe;
Hearts that will ache, and ache, and ache,
While lingering here below;
Unless some messenger of light;
Their way of life shall sheer,
And clearly bring to mortal sight,
The angel sphere.
.
‘The earth has one less tie that binds,
One great grief more;
In Heaven a new star shines,
Unknown before;
Eternity has gained
What time has lost;
Then why should kindred hearts be pained
When times last wave is crossed,
When one’s most fondly loved has found,
For all the years to come,
With all the blessings that surround,
A heavenly home?
Hall, Nellie Hall
Spirit of Democracy,
Died—On Friday, the 12th inst., of cholera
infantum, Nellie, infant daughter of John and Rachel Hall, aged 19 months.
Hamilton, Sherman Hamilton
Spirit of Democracy,
Killed—Sherman Hamilton, son of Thomas Hamilton, a former
resident of
[
Haren, Joseph Haren
Spirit of Democracy,
Joseph Haren, of
Hayes,
Spirit of Democracy,
Considerable excitement was created on the streets early this
Wednesday morning [May 18, 1881], by the notorious character of Harman, named
John Hayes, had shot and instantly killed his wife, Nan Hayes, a character
equally as notorious as her husband. Upon repairing to the scene of the tragedy
which is a small two story frame building situated four doors below Colonel
Moore’s store in Harman, we found the report true.
The murdered woman was lying cold and stiff on the floor of
the back room where she had fallen when the death-dealing bullets were fired.
She was neatly dressed but presented a horrid appearance. Four shots had taken
effect—one in the left breast which had evidently entered the heart, and there
was a wound on the right cheek which had greatly swollen her face. There was
also a wound on the head and another on the arm, showing that four shots had
been fired.
Hayes, Olivia Hayes nee Perry
Spirit of Democracy,
Mrs. Olivia Hayes, wife of John W. Hayes, of Barnesville, died
last Saturday morning [
Mrs. Hayes was a daughter of William G. Perry, who for many
years was a resident of Woodsfield.
Headly, Susan Headly
Spirit of Democracy,
Died—At Cameron, on the morning of Jan. 16th,
Susan, wife of Hon. E. Headly, aged _8 years.
Mrs. Headly was a member of the Christian Church, and while
her many friends and relations deplore her loss, consolation whispers that she
has safely crossed the River, over which, sooner or later, we must all pass.
She bore her protracted illness with that fortitude and patience which
distinguishes the Christian everywhere, and is occasioned by “thoughts of bliss
to come.” Slowly they are passing away from us, one by one. Death is claiming
them with relentless hand, and knowing as we do, that it is their eternal gain,
we join in saying, “Thy will be done.”
Beyond the flight of time,
Beyond the reigns of death,
She has gone to the blessed clime
Where life is not a breath.
.
To that bright world above,
Where parting is unknown,
A long eternity of
love
At God’s right hand is shown. W. W.
Hendershot, Bette Hendershot
Spirit of Democracy,
On Tuesday, Dec. 13th, a little infant child of Mr.
and Mrs. Hendershot was interred in the new grave yard here.
[Child’s name—Bette]
Henry, (Infant child) Henry
Spirit of Democracy,
Hendrysburg people and the surrounding neighborhood were
thrown in to a fearful state of excitement over a reported case of infanticide.
Investigation brought out the following particulars as we learn from the
Intelligencer.
On last Monday a Mrs. Margaret Henry who for the past two
years, been separated from her husband, Townsend Henry, formerly of
About six months since, Mrs. Henry gave birth to an illegimate
child. On last Monday she left her aunt’s, taking the child with her, and in
the morning returned minus the child, and upon being questioned as to the
disposition made of it, stated that she had given it to its father, who that
day had departed with it for the west. This explanation only increased the
suspicion of foul play, and a quiet search was instituted immediately, which resulted
in finding the body of the child on Tuesday about dark in an unused, well upon
the farm of James Shepherd.
‘Squire Perkins was notified of the fact, and proceeded to
hold an inquest upon the child found when it was fully identified as the child
of Mrs. Henry. A warrant was placed in the hands of an officer, and Mrs. Henry
arrested and recognized to the Court of Common Pleas, and in default of bond
for her appearance was committed to the jail to await the action of a Grand
Jury.—Bellaire Independent, 8th inst
Hilles, Sarah C. Hilles
Spirit of Democracy,
It is with deep regret that we record the death of an
estimable woman and mother—Mrs. Sarah C. Hilles—mother of Sheriff Hilles and of
Mrs. Walter Darrah. Mrs. Hilles was down street in the afternoon on Friday with
her daughter, Mrs. Darrah, when she was prostrated by the heat, and later in
the evening she passed away to that bourne from whence no travelers ere return.
[d.
The immediate case of her death, however, is pronounced to
be heart disease. Deceased was upwards
of seventy years of age.—Bellaire Independent, 21st inst.
Hockenberry, William Hockenberry
Spirit of Democracy,
A sad case of drowning occurred at the B & O bridge pier,
on Saturday evening [
William Hockenberry, a young boy of about 16 years of age, was
out riding in a row-boat, and when below the bridge and about fifty feet from
the shore, his boat was upset by the swift current around the pier, and when
thrown into the water the young man started to swim into the shore, but sank
before assistance could reach him. He was found about two hours after the
drowning within two feet of the place he was last seen to go under.
The funeral took place on Sunday, from the residence of his
parents, on
Hoge, Sarah Hoge
Spirit of Democracy,
Mrs. Sarah Hoge, of
Hoover, Geo. T. Hoover
Spirit of Democracy,
Geo. T. Hoover, of Shepherdstown, died suddenly, from heart
disease, on Sunday [
Hume, Wm. Hume
Spirit of Democracy,
Wm. Hume, who was convicted in our Court in June 1879, of an
assault with intent to kill a young man named Meek, and a young lady named
Neff, on the Narrow Guage, between this place and Quincy, and sentenced to the
penitentiary for three years, died in that institution on Friday, from
consumption, and his remains were brought home for interment on
Saturday.—Belmont Chronical, 10th inst.
Jeffers, Joseph Henry Jeffers
Spirit of Democracy,
Joseph Henry Jeffers, son of T. N. and Louisa Jeffers, died
“ I take these little lambs, said he,
And lay them in my breast.
Protection they shall have in me,
In me be ever blest.” W. BEDALL
Jeffrey, John P. Jeffrey
Elkins, James Elkins
Spirit of Democracy,
Johnson, Armstrong Johnson
Spirit of Democracy,
Armstrong Johnson, an aged and well known citizen of Center
township residing near Sarahsville died suddenly while in church on Sunday Dec.
19th. He was attending class meeting at the Wesleyan church, of
which he was a prominent member and had spoken and set down when he appeared to
be distressed with a pain in her [sic-his] side about the region of the heart,
he arose and walked in the isle back and forth and went toward the door and
attempted to open it. He then said to Mr. Kirk ‘‘send for a doctor and some way
to get me home,” then started back toward the desk, staggered, was caught and
assisted to a seat where he immediately expired.
Noble
Jones R. W. Jones
Spirit of Democracy,
Col. R. W. Jones, editor of the Athens Journal, died at his
home in
Jones, Kate Jones nee Davenport
Spirit of Democracy,
We regret to announce the death of Mrs. Kate Jones, of
Mrs. Jones was the daughter of Hon. John Davenport, deceased,
and sister of Benjamin and Geo. Davenport.
She was born in Barnesville about 1845 and grew to womanhood
in this place, removing to
She had many warm friends in Barnesville who will be saddened
at the news of her death, just in the midst of a noble and useful life.—
Keepers, Melissa Keepers
Spirit of Democracy,
Miss Melissa, daughter of Joseph Keepers, died on Sunday [
The deceased was a sister of Dr. G. A. keepers of Beallsville,
this county.
Kennedy, Justin Kennedy
Spirit of Democracy,
Justin Kennedy died at
Kennon, William Kennon
Spirit of Democracy,
Judge William Kennon, a prominent citizen and lawyer, of St.
Clairsville, died last week at the advanced age of 84 years. He ____
in company with Carroll, Pick
and Cowen, twenty-five years ago, had an extensive practice in the courts of
this,
Kerr, Annie Kerr
Spirit of Democracy,
Died—On Thursday, the 22d inst., of scarlet fever, Annie,
little daughter of George Kerr, aged 9 years.
Kerr, Watson Kerr
Spirit of Democracy,
Last Thursday morning [June 23, 1881], Watson Kerr, and old
citizen of Adams Township, Guernsey County, started for Cambridge with a load
of wheat and wool, and when he reached the crossing of the pike with the B
& O, near Cambridge, he pulled up to let an approaching train pass.
The whistle of the locomotive frightened his horses and they
ran across the track in front of the train, the engine striking the wagon in
the middle and pitching Mr. Kerr out on a pile of stone near the road, injuring
him so badly that he died at noon of same day.—Noble County Republican
Keyser, (Young child) Keyser
Keyser, (Young child) Keyser
Spirit of Democracy,
Two children of Oliver Keyser, of Sharon township, have died
of scarlet fever, and a third one is so ill that little hope is entertained of
its recovery.—Noble County Republican
King, Minerva King
Spirit of Democracy,
Mrs. Minerva, wife of Robert King who resides in
The funeral services took place on Sunday afternoon, conducted
by Rev. Johnson.
King, Stone King
Spirit of Democracy,
Miss Stone King, residing near
Kirkwood, William C. Kirkwood 2nd obit
Spirit of Democracy,
Notice was made last week of the death of Mr. W. C. Kirkwood.
A further brief sketch of his life may be interesting to some of our readers.
Mr. Kirkwood was born
Mr. Kirkwood was a man of fine natural abilities, though of
limited educational advantages in early life. Yet he was thoroughly versed in
the doctrines and history of his country, in politics, and many subjects of a
practical nature, and when roused was an able defender of his opinions and firm
as a rock in standing by what he believed to be right. He maintained to the end
his early views in politics and religion. He was always moral and upright, but
from the time when he united with the Church he pursued his Christian course
with zealous and faithful consistency.
After coming to
His last illness was brief, attended with but little pain,
being merely the breaking down and rapid fading away of the strength of a long
laborious and in the main healthful manhood.
When asked near the end if all was right between God and
himself, he replied: “ I have no hope or trust in myself, but I trust wholly in
that Savior who came to redeem the lost.” What more could the most eminent
disciple have said? And so at last, at the age of seventy-eight, dying as he
had lived, on a quiet Sabbath afternoon, under the mild radiance of an April
sun, his fond eyes turning for a last look to the beloved face of the wife of
his youth, he calmly breathed out his spirit and gently fell asleep.
There was one fact so noticeable and so honorable in the
career of this good man that is worthy to be recorded for example to his fellow
citizens. His surviving brother, between whom and himself a strong attachment
ever existed, entered a professional sphere, was twice elected Governor of
Iowa, twice chosen United States Senator, and at length appointed to a position
in the Cabinet of President Garfield as Secretary of the Interior. His two sons
also becoming graduates of colleges and attaining to high professional
positions, were anxious to relieve his labors and give him and his wife a place
of honorable rest after the ardous toils of a severe lifetime of manual labor,
freed from the necessity of further exertion. But he neither availed himself of
the official influence of a brother nor of the affectionate proffers of his own
sons, but persistently continued in his humble trade till his wearied hands
would no longer obey the dictates of his determined will. This was the crowning
glory of his true and exalted manhood, and for his genuine nobility of
character none honored him more than the educated friends and neighbors by whom
he was surrounded and whoever delighted to show him tokens of their respect and
reverence—Men ever find their happiness in faithfulness to their business. It
is not what he is in himself, that makes and marks the true man. To be
consecrated to one’s task until death, that alone reveals natures nobility. All
praise to the honest working man who is not ashamed of his toil. For all
genuine men honor him who is not ashamed of his work. Those who affect to look
down upon the honest toilers in life do but display their own want of worthy
manhood. He who is lowly before man be lofty in the sight of God. A. A. E. Taylor
Kirkwood, William C. Kirkwood
Spirit of Democracy,
William C. Kirkwood, formerly a resident of Woodsfield, died
on the 12th inst., at the residence of his son in
Klee, Clara Klee
Klee, Margaret Jane Klee
Klee, Martha Ann Klee
Klee, Harry Klee
Klee, (Young child) Klee
Spirit of Democracy,
The month of August, 1881, will remain ever in painful memory
to the family of Mr. John E. Klee, who resides two miles west of Bellaire.
Mr. Klee is a young man but 28 years of age. Some years ago he
came to Bellaire, and married Miss Phebe Ellen Long, and since that time they
have lived on a farm close to Mr. Theobold Klee, father of John.
Six children were born to them, and all seemed well till the
dread disease diphtheria made its appearance in the family. On the 3d day of
August death claimed its first victim in the person of their oldest child,
Clara, who had but turned her eighth year; soon followed Margaret Jane, a
daughter past five years of age; then came Martha Ann, in the third year of her
age; and this morning Harry, a boy between 6 and 7 years of age died of the
same dread disease, and the baby of only 7 months is also sick.
Mr. Klee was in the city today making arrangements to bury his
fifth child.
He has only recovered from an attack of sore throat and the
fever, and is barely able to go about. He seems to be almost without hope, and
his appearance indicates that the terrible affliction that has been heaped upon
his family in so short a time, has racked his whole frame, and left but the
form, with very little physical, or mental life.—Bellaire Independent 15th inst.
Knopf, John A. Knopf
Spirit of Democracy,
John A. Knopf, a resident of
Lang, Augustus Lang
2nd obit
Spirit of Democracy,
Died—Augustus, infant son of Lewis and Alice Lang, near
Woodsfield,
Gussie was born on the 12th day of August 1881. He
was a sweet child, and the joy and the pride of a father and mother young in
life. His sojurn upon this terrestrial ball was brief, and being brief ‘twas
sweet to meet his God.
“Here was a rose, a budding rose,
Blasted before its bloom;
Whose innocence did sweets disclose
Beyond the flower’s perfume.
To those who for his loss are grieved
This consolation’s given—
He’s from a world of woe relieved
And blooms a rose in Heaven.”
Parents, weep not, for the innocent babe which has so recently
been consigned to the tomb is to-lay with our Heavenly Father and the angels,
seeing more joy than all earthy joys combined.
Gussie wears a crown in glory—
Brighter far
than burnished gold,
And within his precious fingers
He a golden
harp doth hold.
Lang, Augustus Michael Lang
Spirit of Democracy,
An infant son of Mr. and Mrs. Louis Lang died near Woodsfield
last week. [Submitters’ note**--Name of Child—Augustus Michael]
Lapp, George Lapp
Spirit of Democracy,
Departed this life, at his residence in
Large, Willie Large
Spirit of Democracy,
Little Willie, son of C. C. Large, of Byesville, aged about 11
years was drowned in Wills Creek, near that place last Monday [July 11, 1881].
It is generally supposed that the little fellow had went alone
to the creek to bathe as none of his companions had seen him for some hours
before the sad accident. His body was found in the evening, several hours after
he left home.--Noble County Press, 14th inst.
Laughlin, Lizette Laughlin nee Lamping
Spirit of Democracy,
LAUGHLIN—Friday morning,
Funeral Sabbath afternoon, February 20th, at
Mrs. Laughlin was a daughter of Mr. F. A. Lamping, formerly a
resident of
Leinberger, John Leinberger
Spirit of Democracy,
Another old resident of
Died at the residence of Jacob Roemer (his son-in-law), of
this place, on May 30, Mr. John Leinberger, aged 74 years.
Mr. Leinberger has been a resident of
His remains was taken to the
St. Jacob’s Church and after services by Rev. Scheimel of Buckhill, it was
interred in the cemetery at that place.
Luthy, John Luthy
Spirit of Democracy,
On Tuesday morning last [June 14, 1881] between 5 and 6
o’clock John Talbot who lives up Opossum Creek, noticed a horse standing near
the creek hitched to a vehicle of some kind, and on approaching, found Mr. John
Luthy, of Ohio township lying there dead near the water’s edge. One wheel of the
cart was fastened between the shaft and some other part. His clothes were wet
and full of sand, thus showing that the old gentleman had drowned. He had
evidently been lying there all night, and the creek which was higher than ever
known before, on Monday evening, had fallen, leaving him some few feet from the
water.
From appearance the horse had made frequent efforts to start,
but could not on account of the axle catching under a large stone. From these
circumstances, it is evident that Mr. Luthy was drowned, and caused by the
wheel coming off, precipitating him in the water, and being held there by the
axle catching under a stone. He was 78 years old.
Clarington Independent, 17th inst.
Luthy, John O. Luthy
Spirit of Democracy,
John O. Luthy was born
The deceased was a native of
He leaves two sons, three daughters, quite a number of
grandchildren, numerous other relatives, and a large circle of friends to
lament his departure made sadder by the circumstances attending it. May they
all be permitted to meet him in a better world on high. His body was interred
in the
Marton, Frank Marton
Spirit of Democracy,
Frank Marton, son of W. T. and Alice Koontz, of
The remains were interred in the cemetery at
Marygold, Adam Marygold
Spirit of Democracy,
Adam Marygold, an old resident of Muskingum county, died
suddenly on Monday [
It is supposed he choked to death.
Matthews, Infant son Matthews
Spirit of Democracy,
Died—
I know thou art gone to the home of thy rest,
Peaceful in
the grave so low;
Thou no more, my babe, will join our number,
Thou no more
our songs shall know.
.
Dearest babe, thou hast left us,
Here thy loss
we deeply feel;
But ‘tis God that hath bereft us,
He can all our
sorrows heal.
McGarig, David McGarig
Spirit of Democracy,
David McGarig, Esq., a prominent citizen of Sarahsville,
McGinnis, Thomas J. McGinnis
Spirit of Democracy,
Hon. Thomas J. McGinnis, a prominent lawyer of
McHugh, Mary E. McHugh nee Sweitzer
Spirit of Democracy,
Mary E., wife of Louis C. McHugh, died at her home, near Green
Brier, Monroe Co.,
Mrs. McHugh, whose maiden name was Sweitzer, was born at
Brownsville, Monroe Co.,
She united with the United Presbyterian Church at
Love of the Bible, and diligence in reading the Sacred Word
were prominent characteristics, during the latter years of her life.
Death came to her, as it often comes, depriving of
consciousness as it approaches, and thus preventing that conversation with
friends, as the “dark valley” is entered, and that conscious parting with loved
ones as the journey to the eternal world is commenced, which are so desireable
and so comforting to the bereaved.
Her deeply sorrow-stricken husband has the genuine sympathies
of the community, and of all friends, and is commended in these lines, and in
the prayers of the writer to Him in whose hands are the issues of life and
death. JOHN A. WRIGHT
McMahon, Elijah McMahon
Spirit of Democracy,
Died—On Thursday, the 15th inst, at his residence
in Center township,
this county, Elijah McMahon,
aged 75 years.
Meeker, Catherine Meeker
Spirit of Democracy,
Died—On the 25th of November, in
When the evening of life shall close in our way,
And our days here below are nigh past,
And our locks in the winter of years have gone gray,
And we soon shall be called to our rest.
We may look upon life as a race that is run,
And know we’ve obtained the prize.
And with patience await till the message shall come,
Which shall call us away to the skies. MARY C. MEEKER
Mellott, (Infant son) Mellott
Spirit of Democracy,
Died—
.
Gone, gone from our home,
Dear little babe in thy youthful bloom;
Parents for the children weep,
Weep that death has laid them low.
God will gather them again—
In his garden they will grow.
Go to thy rest, my babe,
Go to thy dreamless bed;
Fresh roses in thy hand,
Buds on thy pillow laid.
No more we’ll mourn the absent babe,
But lift our eternal prayer,
And daily every effort bend
To rise and join him there. E. M.
Miller, Alonzo Miller
Spirit of Democracy,
Alonzo Miller, aged 16 years, son of A. P. Miller, of Belmont,
Belmont Co., accidentally shot himself on the 19th inst, at
Bellaire, and death was the instant result.
Miller, Johnnie Miller
Spirit of Democracy,
Two lads named Johnnie Miller and Wallace Smelts were resting
under a large sycamore tree in the rear part of Wellsville, Sunday afternoon,
[August 28, 1881] when without a moments warning, a large dead limb fell from
the tree and struck young Miller on the head, crushing it in a terrible manner,
scattering the brains for quite a distance and causing instant death.
Young Smelts escaped with a broken arm and several other
dangerous injuries. The boys were aged thirteen and ten years respectfully,
Miller being the only son of a poor widow.—Bellaire Independent, 31st
ult
Montgomery, James Montgomery
Spirit of Democracy,
Rev. Bedall has been visiting the members of his charge in
this vicinity.
This week he was called away to conduct the funeral services
of James Montgomery, an aged resident of Beallsville (and a member of the M. E.
Church) who died suddenly at the residence of his son Mr. Lee Montgomery.
He laid down last Wednesday afternoon [
Deceased had heart disease.
His remains were interred in the cemetery at Beallsville to-day.
Moore, Mary J. Moore
Spirit of Democracy,
A young lady named Mary J. Moore and her brother, James W.
Moore, of
Her brother returns his grateful thanks to the friends who
kindly aided hin in the hour of affliction. She was about 19 years old.
—
Morrill, Sarah E. Morrill
Spirit of Democracy,
Mrs. Morrill, wife of John E. Morrill, Esq., of Clarington,
died last week. [name-Sarah E. Morrill d.
Morris, Bernie Morris
Spirit of Democracy,
Died—On Saturday, July 9, Bernie, infant son of W. T. and
Helen Morris, aged 15 months and 10 days.
“I take these little lambs,” said he,
And lay them
in my breast;
Protection they shall find in me,
In me be
ever blest.”
Muhleman, Anna Muhleman
Spirit of Democracy,
Died—On the 23d. ult, in
Mrs. Muhleman was found dead in bed the morning of the 23d.
ult.
Deceased was born in Canton Berne, Switzerland, on the 4th
day of April 1879. [sic-1819]
Muth, (3 Young Children) Muth
Spirit of Democracy,
Mr. and Mrs. George H. Muth, of Bellaire, have lost three
children recently. All died of diptheria.
Myers, (Young daughter) Myers
Spirit of Democracy,
A daughter of David Myers of Gravel Hill died yesterday, about
Mr. Myers, about one week ago, lost a son of the same disease.
She will be buried at
Beallsville to-day.
Myers, Eleanor W. Myers
Spirit of Democracy,
Mrs. Eleanor W. Myers, wife of Mr. Joseph Myers, formerly a
resident of
Myers, Eleanor W. Myers 2nd obit
Spirit of Democracy,
Died—Eleanor W. Myers, wife of Joseph Myers, departed this
life
Dear mother, you have left us
And passed
from earth away;
I never can forget you,
But will
mourn for you many a day.
.
May God, who rules above us,
Protect us on
our way,
While your spirit watches o’er us
By night as
well as day.
.
And when we are called to leave
This earth,
to try a world unknown,
May we all there united be
Where
troubles never come.
Myers, Mr. Myers
McDougal, Mr. McDougal
May, Mr. May
Spirit of Democracy,
Three convicts named Myers, McDougal and May, died at the
Penitentiary since Saturday night. The two former were afflicted with
consumption and the latter with congestion of the brain. Myers is colored and
came from
McDougal, named above, formerly resided in this county and
represented
Myers, Sarah Myers
Spirit of Democracy,
Sarah Myers died
Mrs. Myers never made a profession
of religion during her life; but about six weeks before her death, on being
asked by her daughter, she said she was prepared to die.
She was a kind mother, and loved by all who knew her.
Her favorite hymn was, “O when shall I see Jesus!’ We trust
she sees him now.
Nace, Albert Nace
Spirit of Democracy,
News was received here last week of the death of Albert Nace,
son of Emanuel Nace of Barnesville, at
It seems that Albert Nace had been engaged in working as a
railroad repairer, and a few days before his death went to
The sympathies of the
community go out to his relatives and friends, who are thus deprived of one who
under other circumstances might have been a blessing to his friends and an
ornament of society.—Enterprise.
Nelson, Thomas Nelson
Spirit of Democracy,
We regret to announce the sudden death of Thomas Nelson, who
resided near
Deceased was apparently in good health on Wednesday evening.
After eating supper he went into the room where he was shortly afterward found
dead [March 30, 1881].
He was an acceptable member of the Presbyterian Church. He was
buried at Beallsville.
Rev. McDonald conducted the
funeral services.
Neuenschwander, John Neuenschwander
Spirit of Democracy,
Died—On Friday evening, the 14th inst., in
Baresville, this county, John Neuenschwander, aged 68 years, 7 months and
twelve days.
Rev. Schimel conducted the religious services at the funeral
on the 16th inst. Mr. N. was highly respected by the community in
which he lived.
Neuhart, Soloma Neuhart
Spirit of Democracy,
Mrs. Soloma Neuhart of this township, Center, aged 79 years,
died on the 6th inst.
Noll, David Noll
Suter, John Suter
Spirit of Democracy,
The health of the people in this community [
Also, Mr. John Suter died on the 9th of this month.
(February)
Oberstag, Levi M. Oberstag
Spirit of Democracy,
In Lee township, this county, on July 9th, a man
whose name the Coroner’s return gives a Levi M. Oberstag, was found dead on the
premises of Benedict Walter. The return of the coroner says: “he came to his
death by being intoxicated, and probably sun stroke, as he was lying exposed to
the sun”—In a note book returned to the Probate Judge was the name of Stephen
Moberstig. The deceased was a carpenter.—One tool chest and one clothes chest
were sent to the Probate Judge; on one was inscribed—Born—Havre—New York.
The coroner is required to make an inventory of the effects of
the deceased and return the same to the Probate Judge; then the coroner is
required to notify the friends of the deceased, if their place of residence is
known, by letter, or if unknown, to publish a notice setting forth the cause of
death and a list of property.
Okey, Ella Okey
Spirit of Democracy,
Woodsfield.
Ella, infant daughter of L.O. and Sarah J. Okey, died
Death came with friendly care,
And took from earth the darling one,
To live in heaven, with angels fair
Where sin and sorrow never come. J. D. H.
Owens, John Owens Sr.
Spirit of Democracy,
Died—On Sunday, the 2 day of January, 1881, of paralysis of
the brain, John Owens, Sr., in his 88th year.
Deceased was taken sick at
Palmer, Marcus Palmer
Spirit of Democracy,
The Rev. Marcus Palmer, M., formerly a Presbyterian missionary
among the Indians died recently at
Paxton, John C. Paxton
Spirit of Democracy,
Col. John C. Paxton died at his home in
Perry, Ammon Perry
Spirit of Democracy,
Chased to death-----Ammon Perry by a “bumblebee.”
Phillips, (Baby daughter) Phillips
Spirit of Democracy,
On the 9th there was born to Mrs. A. R. Phillips of
Summerfield, a daughter perfect in form, but weighing on 2 lbs. and 13 ounces.
It died on the 12th.
Mrs. Phillips is rapidly recovering her usual health.—
Noble
Pool, William Pool
Spirit of Democracy,
Died—On Tuesday, the 1st, inst., at his home in
Benton township, this county, William Pool was one of the first settlers in
that section of country. He was highly respected by all who knew him.
Preshaw,
Spirit of Democracy,
Word was received here last evening that
Mr. and Mrs Preshaw formerly resided near Woodsfield. The
parents and their little daughter,
Pugh, Sarah Gelittle Pugh
Spirit of Democracy,
Died on Tuesday, Dec. 20th, of diphtheria, after an
illness of two or three days, Sarah Gelittle, a bright little daughter of Mr.
and Mrs. Pugh, aged 4 years, one month and twenty eight days. Her remains were
interred in the cemetery at
Raines, Clara Raines
2nd obit
Spirit of Democracy,
Died—
Clara seemed to have a presentiment of her death. Before she
was taken sick she told her sister that she would not be with them long. She
often talked of going home to Jesus.
Bid the little ones come to me,
Christ said to the fishers of
“Of such is the
How safe are the children whom we call dead.
.
In that great cloister’s stillness and seclusion,
By guardian
angels led.—
Safe from temptation, safe from sin’s pollution—
She lives
whom we call dead.
Raines, Josie Raines
Spirit of Democracy,
Last Saturday evening, Josie, son of Mr. and Mrs. Frederic
Raines was taken with diphtheria and died Tuesday morning, October 18th.
Read, Maggie Read
Spirit of Democracy,
Mrs. Maggie Read, wife of Dr. J. W. Read, of Beallsville, died
on Tuesday, May 31, of Consumption.
Reef, John Reef
Spirit of Democracy,
We were informed on the 7th last that John Reef, of
Wetzel county, W. Va., formerly a resident of Green township, this county, fell
off a boat, 12 miles below
Rhodes, Jacob Rhodes
Spirit of Democracy,
The news of the death of Jacob S. Rhodes, Esq., which occurred
at
Mr. Rhodes was a prominent
business man; foremost in all public enterprises, and one of the solid men of
the city. He was the head and front of the well known dry goods house, and a
leading director of the Bank of the
He came to this city when 19
years of age, and has been here 40 years. Wheeling
Register, 13th inst.
Ricer, Clara Ricer
Spirit of Democracy,
On Sunday, the 14th inst., of Scarlet Fever, Clara,
little daughter of Anthony and Tisha Ricer, aged 2 years and 4 months.
Ricketts, W. H. Ricketts
Spirit of Democracy,
W. H. Ricketts, a young farmer, living near Coshocton,
committed suicide Friday night [
Rodecker, Philip Rodecker
Spirit of Democracy,
Died—Philip Rodecker, a former resident of
Father Rodecker was born
He leaves quite a number of relatives and a host of friends to
mourn his departure, but to all these there is hope, we believe he lived the life
and died the death of the righteous. By Gethseman’s garden by Calvary’s Cross,
by Christ’s bleeding hands, by His pierced side, by His thorn crowned head,
Heaven sends forth a universal invitation to come and possess her mansions,
We feel confident that all who accept the invitation and reach
that land will find Father Rodecker. May the Lord care for the bereaved. J. E. G.
Rothchild, James Rothchild
Spirit of Democracy,
Baron James Rothchild died in
Rutter, John J. Rutter
Spirit of Democracy,
John H. Rutter died of Pieurpneumonia at his home in
Deceased has lived all his days in this neighborhood. His
birth place was in the immediate vicinity of the home where he died.
He has always been known as a
good upright man, highly respected by all who knew him.
Rutter, John Rutter
Spirit of Democracy,
Died, at his residence in
Saft, (5 Children) Saft
Spirit of Democracy,
One of the saddest cases of a combination of afflictions, we
have been called upon to chronicle for some months, has befallen Mr. Casper
Saft, of
One month ago he was the father of five healthy, robust
children—four girls and one boy—and on Friday last he witnessed the last of
those five dear children, the little boy, laid away in the tomb, all having
died within three weeks time, of the dread disease, diphtheria. He and his
almost broken-hearted wife are certainly to be pitied.—Belmont Chronicle, 20th
inst.
Spirit of Democracy,
Charles Schell, of Miltonsburg, died on Friday the 27th
inst.
The funeral ceremonies were conducted by the Odd Fellows on
the 29th inst.
Schooly, Will Schooly
Spirit of Democracy,
On Christmas morning Dr. Will Schooly, formerly of
Dr. Schooly practiced his profession in Woodsfield and
Scott, Tom Scott
Spirit of Democracy,
Col. Tom Scott, the great railroad manager, died last week at
his home in
Seltzer, Mrs. Seltzer
Spirit of Democracy,
Grandmother Seltzer, widow of the late Dr. Seltzer, and mother
of Conductor Sam Seltzer, died Friday evening at her home in
She was the mother of thirteen children, and had sixteen
grandchildren and four great-grandchildren—Barnesville Enterprise
Shannon, Mrs. W. Shannon
Spirit of Demcracy,
Lawrence, Ks. Jan. 5—Mrs. Gov. W. Shannon died in this city
today—Her husband was at one time Governor of Ohio, and under Franklin Pierce
was territorial Governor of Kansas. The funeral tomorrow will be attended by
prominent officials of the state. [d.
Shannon,(Young child) Shannon
Spirit of Democracy,
Shaw, Richard Shaw
Spirit of Democracy,
Died—Of Consumption, on
The deceased was a member of
the Christian Church, having united during the time of his suffering. During
his long illness of fourteen months he trusted in the Great Physicians whose
loving kindness never fails in bringing relief to the penitent soul.
Shepard, Emily Shepard
Spirit of Democracy,
Died—On
Mrs. Shepard, aged 47 years. She leaves two sons to mourn her
loss.
Smith, (Young child) Smith
Spirit of Democracy,
A child of Robert Smith, of this township, center, died last
week of diptheria.
Smith, George Smith
Spirit of Democracy,
George Smith, of
Smith, Jacob Smith
Spirit of Democracy,
Jacob Smith was found dead in a field near
Smith, Melissa Smith
Spirit of Democracy,
Last Monday morning [
Smith, Roy Smith
Spirit of Democracy,
Died—On the 10th inst. of Congestion of the lungs,
Roy, a little son of Mr. and Mrs. William Smith, of this place, aged about
seven months.
Smith, Tommy Smith
Spirit of Democracy,
Died—August 24, of diphtheria, Tommy, little son of Robert and
Sarah Smith, aged 6 years. The unexpected death of this dear departed one calls
for a passing tribute to his memory from one who has known and loved him well.
His amiable and affectionate disposition caused him to be loved by all who knew
him.
Fold his hands together,
Like
the wings of a tired dove;
Tenderly smooth his tresses—
None
knew him but to love.
.
Swift to his home of azure,
To
realms of Heavenly love,
Tommy gone and is smiling on us
With
the angels in Heaven above. A TEACHER
Speer, George Speer
Spirit of Democracy,
A man named George Speer was quarrying stone near Barnsville Monday,
when a rock weighing ten tons fell on him. He was killed.
Springer, Isaac Springer
Spirit of Democracy,
Isaac Springer, of
Steel, William Steel
Spirit of Democracy,
William Steel, formerly a resident of Woodsfield and Stafford,
this county, died in
He was a social, kind hearted man and was king of the
Abolitionists in this State. Many stories are related of his exploits in
running slaves from
Steel, William Steel
2nd obit
Spirit of Democracy,
Mr. William Steel, well and favorably known in this city, died
at his residence last evening, of heart disease.
Mr. Steel has resided in
His funeral will take place tomorrow morning at
Stewart, Temple Allen Stewart
Stewart, Wyoma Odessa Stewart
Spirit of Democracy,
Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, September 13, 1881
Temple Allen, aged 4 years, and Wyoma Odessa, aged 6 years,
daughters of Mrs. Thomas Stewart of
The sympathies of the community are with Mrs. Stewart who has
lost, by death, within the past 7 months, her husband, three children and her
only surviving sister.
Stoehr, Henry J. Stoehr
Spirit of Democracy,
Died—On Tuesday, the 2d inst., at his residence in Woodsfield,
Henry J. Stoehr, aged 73 years, 5 months and 8 days.
Straight, Barbara Straight
Spirit of Democracy,
Barbara Straight was born in
She emigrated to Green township,
Straub, Mrs. Straub
Straub, Fritz Straub
Straub, Mary Straub
Straub, Louisa Straub
Straub, Ferana Straub
Straub, Albert Straub
Spirit of Democracy,
The storm the night of the 7th inst, caused great
loss of property in the vicinity of
A Switzer named Straub lost his wife and five children in the
raging waters. He managed to save himself in a bruised and injured condition.
The house and everything in it was swept away, the Register says:
He and his wife, with their five children, Fritz, aged 8, Mary
7, Louisa 5, Ferana 3, and Albert 2, came to
Tuesday night they retired at an early hour. About
A SOLID BANK OF WATER
carrying with it logs, trees
and small stones rushed under the bridge and against the house. He was thrown
to the other end of the room and it was immediately seen there was no escape as
no one could walk against that stream. The children screamed with fear and the
poor wife exclaimed:
“OH GOD! MUST WE DROWN?”
The husband tried to find an
axe to cut through but that had been left outside. There was now nothing to do
but await their fate and stare death in the face. The husband and wife
EMBRACED FOR THE LAST TIME
The children were kissed and
then suddenly there was a crash, a rocking to and fro of the house followed by
a sudden collapse. The wife had taken the two youngest her babies, the father,
the next two, and when he found himself in the stream, little Fritz was
manfully buffeting the cruel waters, but soon sank from the gaze of the
agonized father.
A moment or so later one of the girls was
TORN FROM HIS ARMS
by an overhanging bough and
the other was struck from him by a log. All of this time he had been hearing
the screams of his wife who was below him, but that was now stilled and nothing
but the rush and roar of the waters and the loud and heavy peals of thunder
filled his ears.
What must have been the thoughts that rushed through his brain
at that time, can only be imagined. Home, wife, children, money all gone, and
he left alone. As the poor fellow reached this point of his story
HE BROKE DOWN COMPLETELY
and turning his face to the
wall covered it with his hands and wept. There was not one that stood around
that had a dry eye.
Resuming his story he said he did not know anything further
until he found himself in the river clinging to a log; how he got through the
railroad culvert he did not know. For two hours he was in the water chilled to
the bone, but unable to get on the shore on account of the swift current. In
the meantime he held on the willows. About
GOD’S
SAKE TO LET HIM IN
As the poor fellow told his
story and spoke of his wife his frame shook with convulsed sobs. He has but two
relatives this side of the ocean, they being the wife of Jacob Syllis, who is
his aunt, and Nick Straub, his uncle. Both residing up the run.
Straub is bruised from head to foot, being scratched with
nails, etc. Dr. Wilson is attending him. It is a wonder he was saved.
Stray, Sidney M. Stray
Spirit of Democracy,
The body of the man found at
Sturgeon, Lucy May Sturgeon
Spirit of Democracy,
Lucy May, infant daughter of Robert and Elizabeth Sturgeon, of
Tail, Spotted Tail
Spirit of Democracy,
The celebrated Sioux Indian Chief, Spotted Tail, was shot and
killed last week by a chief of his own tribe.
“Spotted Tail’s Death”—Details of the shooting and what caused
it—
—
Spotted Tail was permitted to visit the offices at the agency
at pleasure, but the other chiefs were not accorded this privilege except when
a general council was held. This caused jealousy and on the Fourth of July Crow
Dog called a council of his friends to test the feelings of the Indians. Crow
Dog made a speech, pointing out the favors shown Spotted Tail by the
Government, which ought to be shown all Indians alike and that if he were made
Chief things would be different. Standing Elk spoke for peace and harmony and
was followed by Spotted Tail who happened along. Spotted Tail denounced Crow
Dog as a snake in the grass and called him to come out like a man; bearing his
breast and called on Crow Dog to empty his revolver in his heart, and called
him a coward. Crow Dog responded that he was not ready to do that, but would do
it when least expected.
Spotted tail’s three sons tried unsuccessfully to get the old
man home, and guarded him with their rifles. Spotted Tail was not in the habit
of carrying firearms, and was unarmed when murdered.
He was fifty-three years of age. A deputy
Taylor, Elizabeth Taylor
Spirit of Democracy,
Mrs. Elizabeth Taylor, widow of William Taylor, lately
deceased, died on Wednesday, Sept. 21st at her home between here and
Woodsfield.
Her remains were interred in the cemetery at Beallsville
yesterday.
Deceased was a member of the M. E. Church.
Thistle, Sarah Thistle
Spirit of Democracy,
Died—Near Sardis,
The funeral services were conducted by Rev. W. Darby.
There is a world above
Where parting is unknown,
A whole eternity of love
Formed for the good alone;
And faith beholds the dying here
Translated to that happier sphere.
.
Thus star by star declines,
Tis all are passed away;
As morning high and higher shines
To pure and perfect day,
Nor sink those stars in empty night,
They hide themselves in heaven’s own light. A FRIEND
Thomas, Alexander Thomas
Spirit of Democracy,
Alexander Thomas, a resident of Green township, died on the
22d inst.
Thomas, Alexander Thomas
Spirit of Democracy,
Alexander Thomas died of Dropsy at his home in Green township,
Deceased was born in Westmoreland Co.,
He leaves no children. His widow, four brothers and four
sisters and his mother, aged 84 years still survive him.
Thomas, Etheline Thomas
Spirit of Democracy,
The Clarington Independent, October 14h says:
Mr. and Mrs. T. S. Thomas lost a small child by death Saturday
of last week. Their bereavement is participated in by many relatives [
Thompson, Mary A. Thompson
Spirit of Democracy,
Mrs. Mary A. Thompson, mother of Capts. Stephen I. L and G. W.
Thompson, died at
Deceased was a former resident of our place and was highly
esteemed by all who knew her. She had been a consistent member of the M. E.
Church for a number of years, and leaves four sons, three daughters, and a
large number of friends to mourn her loss. Her remains were brought down to our
place for interment.
Thonen, Mary Salom Thonen
Spirit of Democracy,
Ed.Spirit: Since I last wrote death has invaded our vicinity
and stole from us little Mary Salom, daughter of Mary and David Thonen, a
lovely child, 6 years, 1 month and 5 days, who is lamented sincerely by her
parents, sisters and brothers, relatives and friends.—The afflicted family has
the sympathy of the entire neighborhood.
Her remains were followed to the
Tidd, Mrs. Alfred Tidd
Spirit of Democracy,
The wife of Alfred Tidd, of
Clarington Independent, 10th inst.
Twinem, Thomas Twinem
Spirit of Democracy,
Died—On
Deceased was born in Armaugh county,
Twinem, Thomas Twinem 2nd obit
Spirit of Democracy,
Thomas Twinem, Sr., died
He was born
His wife preceded him about one year to their heavenly home.
All of their children are in comfortable circumstances in
life; and, all evince good parental training in the possession of excellent
moral characters.
Father Twinem was highly esteemed in the community where he
had lived so long, as, also, by all who knew him well. Truthfulness and honesty
were manifest and genuine traits of his character. He was also a true Christian.
When about 14 years of age he was confirmed in the
Ullom, Mrs. Ullom
Spirit of Democracy,
Mrs. Ullom, of Matamoras, a sister of Esq. Lynch, of
Vancuren, George Vancuren
Spirit of Democracy,
George Vancuren, of Burr’s Mills,
Walton, Jeremiah Walton
Spirit of Democracy,
Jeremiah Walton, of
Warner, Horace Warner
Spirit of Democracy,
Horace, a nine year old son of Gen. A. J. Warner, died quite
suddenly at
Mrs. Warner went out Friday evening and brought him home
Saturday morning; the child being much better and the only trouble thought to
be a cold with a slight sore throat.
The attending physician expressed no fears for the result of
the case as late as
--
Weekly, Jacob Weekly
Spirit of Democracy,
Jacob Weekly, of
White, Belle White
Spirit of Democracy,
Died—Near Graysville, Monroe Co., Ohio, August 24th,
1880, Belle White, aged 21 years, 1 month and 7 days.—
She was taken ill with Consumption, and after months of
suffering she was called home.
She was converted while on her death bed and left that bright
and unquestionable evidence that she had drank of the “water of life.”
She leaves a father, mother, five brothers and two sisters.
May God grant that all the dear friends may strive to meet her in the sweet by
and by.
J.
B. Cooper
Whittington, Laura J. Whittington
Spirit of Democracy,
Died—
“Death Loves A Shining Mark”
Ah! How fully have the poets words been verified in his taking
Jennie from amongst us. Jennie was a noble child, a lady fully developed in
childhood, kind, patient, loving and affectionate in health, in sickness her
virtues but alone to those who watched with her in her sufferings, more
beautifully, if possible, than in life. Having been a constant visitor to her
bedside we always found her contented and careful not to be of trouble to
anyone. The pride and joy of an indulgent father, the highly esteemed, one of
brother and sister and the friend of all who knew her; we thought as we stood
round her bedside that it was hard to say a last ‘good bye.’ Were there no
bright side to this picture, we might almost say death was cruel to take our
dear little friend away. Yet, “our loss is her eternal gain.” Now with her
mother she walks the gold paved streets of the New Jerusalem and joins in the
songs which angels sing.
Jennie dead?
Ah, can it be that thou has left
Us on this bright autumnal morn?
Yes, gone,
The last “good byes” have all been said,
The tenement of clay lays cold and icy now,
Death has been here and stole away our love,
Ah! Death thou ’rt cruel to tear from our embrace’
Our, dear
one, O, give her back again.
Back again?
Oh no! with mother she is happy now,
True free from pain and care of earth,
She’s gone to join the heavenly choir
In a bright home above.
Tis hard to part.
Ah, yes for Jennie was so kind and good,
None knew her but to love her sweet and noble life,
Just in the bloom of youth death came.
And from amongst us stole the one we loved so well.
But oh! when hot thick tears will fall,
And all looks dark around—no joy to cheer,
We close our eyes and look to Heaven
And say: “His will be done” for “God knew best.”
T. J. TAGGERT
Wilcox, Minnie K. Wilcox
Spirit of Democracy,
She received the rite of baptism when a child. A few months
ago while attending a religious meeting held by Rev. L. B. King, she united
with the church. The child thus early consecrated to God by her parents,
doubtless obeyed her first convictions of duty. Two weeks before her death she
wanted to gather the clothes in for ironing. On being told that she could not,
“ you will miss me,” she said to her mother. She used to sing, “O how I love
Jesus!”—Her sister, two years younger than herself, is now laboring under the
same disease, one side being paralyzed. M.
A. Taylor
Williams, Mrs. Thomas Williams
Spirit of Democracy,
Mrs. Thos. Williams, of Muskingum county, near
Wilson, Alexander Wilson
Spirit of Democracy,
Died—On Sunday, the 8th inst, at his brother’s
residence in
Windom, Josiah M. Windom
Spirit of Democracy,
Died—In Seneca township, of scarlet fever,
Thus early was the bud plucked to bloom in the Paradise of
God.
But not in cruelty nor in wrath
The reaper came that day;
‘Twas an angel came
And took the flower away.
He was an uncommonly lovely and intelligent child; and we,
with his parents and little brother and sister, feel the loss—but knowing, as
we do, that our loss is his eternal gain we feel like saying, “The Lord gave
and the Lord has taken away; blessed be the name of the Lord.” It won’t be long
until we meet in that land where parting is unknown, and then we’ll smile upon
the troubled past and wonder why we wept at all.
The morning flowers display their sweets,
And gay their
silken leaves unfold;
As careless of the noontide heat,
As fearless
of the evening cold.
.
Nipp’d by the winds’untimely blast’
Parched by
the suns director ray;
The momentary glories waste
The short
lived beauties die away.
.
So blooms the human face divine,
When youth
its pride of beauty shows;
Fairer than spring the colors shine,
And sweeter
than the virgin rose.
.
Or warm by slowly rolling years,
Or broke by
sickness in a day;
The fading glory disappears,
The short
lived beauties die away.
.
Yet these, new rising from the tomb,
With luster
brighter far shall shine,
Revived with ever during bloom,
Safe from
diseases and decline.
.
Let sickness blast, let death devour,
If heaven
must recompense our pains;
Perish the grass and fade the flower,
If firm the
word of God remains.
Woodford, Aranda Woodford
Spirit of Democracy,
Sudden Death—Mrs. Aranda Woodford died suddenly at her
residence near
Workman, David Workman
Spirit of Democracy,
David Workman, one of the old pioneers of
He was born in Allegheny Co., Maryland in 1789 and came to
Ohio with his parents in 1799, locating is[sic-in] what is now Putney township.
This county was then a dreary
and lonely wilderness with only here and there a hunter’s cabin.
Mr. Workman was brought up among the hardships and privation
of the frontier settler’s life, and become one of the good substanied citizens of the county.
He was married in 1813 and his wife is still living.—their
wedded life extending over 68 years—
Mr. Workman died on the same farm where he had lived since
1812.—
Workman. Mrs. David Workman
Spirit of Democracy,
Mrs. David Workman, aged 86 years died in
Wright, Lizzie Wright
Spirit of Democracy,
Rev. John A. and Mattie E. Wright, of
Yockey,
Spirit of Democracy,
A letter from a friend in
Mr. Yockey, had not used any liquor since Sunday before his
death, except for a little given him by his physicians.
He took very ill on Thursday and died Friday morning [
His family, Dr. J. J. Burton, the physicians, J. M. Green and
Chr.L. Kroning were with him until he died.—He had not been out of the house
since Monday except for a short time on Thursday about
We hasten to correct the error into which we have been led and
are very glad to be able to do so upon such reliable testimony.
Yockey,
Spirit of Democracy,
Died—On Thursday, the 30th, ult, at his home in
Yoho, George Yoho
Spirit of Democracy,
On Tuesday morning this week Mr. George Yoho, a farmer living
on Alex Armstrong’s farm, one-half mile from Armstrong’s Mills in Washington
Tp., was struck by lightning and instantly killed. He was engaged in putting on
his shoes, when the lightning struck the chimney, passed down, striking Mr.
Yoho where he was sitting; thence the current darted across the room and struck
the bed where Mrs. Yoho was lying. The headboard of the bed was shattered, but
Mrs. Yoho was not injured beyond being stunned.
No other member of the family was hurt. Mr. Yoho was about 60
years of age and a well respected citizen.—St. Clairsville Gazette, 9th
inst.
Yoho, Melville Yoho
Spirit of Democracy,
A son of Jacob C. Yoho, aged about 17 years, died of typhoid
fever on the 9th inst. [Name—Melville Yoho]
The remains were interred in the Woodsfield cemetery on the 10th
inst.
Young, Ozzie Young
Spirit of Democracy,
Died—On Sunday,
This little boy was a general favorite with all, and the
bereaved parents have the sincere sympathy of the community.
The
He was young and fair and given them for a while until Jesus
called him home. D. H.
Powell—Summerfield, Aug. 8, 1881
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