Cambridge, Nebraska | May 30, 1919 |
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The Cambridge Clarion, newspaper, Cambridge, NE, May 30, 1919 Microfilm Roll No. 9639, copied by Audra McGee, Sep., 1988 at the Butler Memorial Library, Cambridge, Nebr. EZRA HOUSE SUCCUMBS Ezra House was born in Cleveland, Ohio, Oct. 6, 1837 and died May 17, 1919, He was married to Julia Ann Taitman about 65 years ago, she departed this life 31 years ago. To this union were born twelve children, six of whom are living, four boys and two girls, Frank, William, Joshua, Henry, Mrs. Geo Smelser and Mrs. McDowell. Only two were able to attend the funeral services, Mrs. Smelser of Red Cloud and Henry House of Cambridge. Mr. House enlisted in the Civil War and served in the 159 Ohio Infantry. For many years he has resided near Inavale, at which place he passed away Monday. The funeral services were held in the Christian Church at Inavale, Rev. J.L. Beebe of Red Cloud officiating and interment was in the Hummell cemetery south of Inavale. Mr. House was a good citizen, kind father, friend and neighbor and has gone to his eternal reward. -- Riverton Review.