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Death Notices Jan - Dec 1897

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Death Notices Jan - Dec 1897

Saturday, January 2, 1897 Part 1 Page 1
Death of Capt. Nick Taylor
Capt. Nick Taylor died last midnight, at his home on Ridge street, west, after an illness of only four days with pneumonia. The deceased was 29 years of age and was born in the Soo. The funeral will be held from St. Mary's church at 9 o'clock Monday morning. Capt. Taylor was a well known river pilot, and sailed as mate of the steamer City of Green Bay last season.

Saturday, January 2, 1897 Part 1 Page 1
An Old Resident Gone
John Cody, an old and respected resident of the Soo, died of pnemonia Sunday morning at 8 o'clock, at his residence on Ashmun street. He was ill only a few days. Mr. Cody was 77 years old at the time of his death. He was born in the county of Carlo, Ireland, April 18, 1820, when he came to the Soo. He was engaged in farming seven miles from the city until 1890, when he moved with his family to the city. Mr. Cody was hale and hearty up to the time of his fatal illness, and his demise was a shock to the community. His wife, also afflicted with pneumonia, will recover. His loving helpmate and ten children, all of whom were present when he breathed his last, mourn the loss of a king and affectionate husban and father. The children are: Mesdames B. McEvoy, Jas. McEvoy, Jas. R. Ryan, N. Millen: Misses Margaret, Minnie and Ella: Messrs: Lorenzo, George, and John. Mrs. Jane Walker, a sister, and Andrew, a brother, who reside here, were also at the house when he died. Of the family of ten brothers and sisters there are now four living—Peter, James, Andrew and Jane. Mr. Cody was attended during his illness and at his death by Rev. Father McDonald and was conscious to the last moment. The funeral occurred from St. Mary's church Tuesday morning at 9 o'clock and was very largely attended, there being over 65 carriages in the funeral cortege. The remains were laid to rest in the catholic cemetery.

Saturday, January 2, 1897 Part 1 Page 1
The mother of Joseph and N. Steffens died last week at Amherstburg, Ont. The Messers Steffens who were present during her sickness, are expected home tomorrow.

Saturday, January 9, 1897 Part 1 Page 1
Death of a Stranger
Died at Emergency Hospital After an illness of 12 Hours
Geo. Brookman, a Hollander, aged 47 years, died at Emergency Hospital at 7 o'clock Thursday night, after an illness of 12 hours, from hemmorrhage of the bowels. Brookman, who was a stranger in the city, and who had resided in the Canadian Soo for a short time, was discovered in a shed at the freight depot at 7 o'clock Thursday morning by Wm. Conlin, an employee of the Soo South shore Lines. The man was in agony and complained of a severe pain in the stomach. He said he had no friends, and Superintendent J. H. McDonald, of the board of the poor commissions was summoned, and took County Pysician Dr. V. A. Hart with him to the depot. Mr. McDonald had Brookman sent to the hospital. Coroner Bacon viewed the body and decided that death was due to natural causes. The body was turned over the Undertaker Vanderhook who will consign it to a pauper's grave today.

Saturday, January 9, 1897 Part 1 Page 2
Moses Payment, late of Sugar Island, aged 17 years, succumbed to consumption on Sunday evening. He was buried Tuesday morning in the Island cemetery at 9 o'clock.

Saturday, January 9, 1897 Part 1 Page 3
Pickford (Special Correspondence)
We are sorry to here of the death of John Douton, of Cedarville, which occurred Dec. 29.

Saturday, January 9, 1897 Part 1 Page 5
A former Sooite Killed
Richard Boutyette, who resided in the Soo a few years ago, was killed by the cars at Springfield, Mass., Monday. While here he kept books for C. W. Given, and resided in the Fourth Ward. An invalid wife and daughter survive him. He was taken to Bay City for burial.

Saturday, January 9, 1897 Part 1 Page 8
Clarence J. Johnson, who came to the Soo in 1889, and opened an architect's office, died last week in North Carolina. Mr. Johnson was employed by the government here ans drew the plans and superintended the building of the Fort Brady edifices. He leaves a daughter, four years old who has been cared for by Mr. and Mrs. Magee since the death of Mrs. Johnson in November 1893. The latter was a sister of Mrs. Magee.

Saturday, January 16, 1897 Part 1 Page 7
Pinegrove (Special Correspondence)
The infant son of James Parker died last week after a short illness.

Saturday, January 16, 1897 Part 1 Page 7
Pinegrove (Special Correspondence)
The infant son of Daniel Doran died last week of pnemonia.
Saturday, January 16, 1897 Part 1 Page 7
Pickford (Special Correspondence )
Chester, the infant child of Mr. and Mrs. Edward Steele, died on Jan. 8. The bereaved parents have the sympathy of the entire community.

Saturday, January 16, 1897 Part 1 Page 7
Pickford (Special Correspondence)
The infant daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Nelson Grier died Jan 7. The sorrowing parents have the sympathy of many friends.

Saturday, January 16, 1897 Part 1 Page 7
Pickford (Special Correspondence)
Mrs. McDonald died on Jan 10 at the age of 92. She died full of hope of a bright eternity.

Saturday, January 23, 1897 Part 1 Page 1
An Old Resident Gone
Death of James Webster Sunday After a Brief Illness
Another old resident of the Soo was called away Sunday morning, when James Webster succumed to an illness of a fortnight's duration. Mr. Webster came to the Soo in 1877 with his family, from Hamilton, Ont. He was a carpenter and builder by occupation, and was actively engaged in that work until a short time prior to his demise. Mr. Webster was born in Scotland in 1831, and was therefore 66 years of age. Mr. Webster settled in Huron county, Ont, in 1854, remaining there until his departure for this city. The deceased had the friendship and respect death was a block to the community. A wife, five daugthers and four sons mourn his loss of a kind husband and father. The children are Mrs. Wm. J. Neiterfield, of Spokane Falls, Wash., Mrs. Robert Given, of Goderich, Ont., the Misses Jean, Sarah and Ellen Webster, and William, John, Andrew and George of this city. The funeral took place from the family residence on Cedar street Tuesday afternoon. Rev. C. P. Bates and T. R. Easterday officiating. The deceased was a member of the Presbyterian church. The remains were laid to rest in Riverside.------.

Saturday, January 23, 1897 Part 1 Page 2
The funeral of Mr. and Mrs. Paul Goehle's six weeks old baby took place Monday afternoon at two o'clock. The services were conducted by the Rev. C. M. Westlake.

Saturday, January 23, 1897 Part 1 Page 3
Rueben Winora, the three-months-old child of Mr. and Mrs. W. J. Parker, died on Tuesday, and was buried Wednesday in the city cemetery.

Saturday, January 23, 1897 Part 1 Page 4
Canadian Sault
Great sympathy is expressed for Capt. John Sullivan and family in the irreparable loss they have sustained in the death of Mrs. Sullivan after undergoing an operation at their old home in St. Catharines. Mrs. Sullivan had not been long at the Sault but during her sojourn had endeared herself to all with whom she had been brought in contacts. She died at the early age of 46, leaving a disczol to husband and six children. Capt. Sullivan has been favorably known on the lakes for 30 years and now occupies an important position in connection with the crown timber department on Ontario.

Saturday, January 23, 1897 Part 1 Page 8
Pickford (Special Correspondence)
The infant son of Wm. P. Stehlefirp, Stireaville, died on Jan, of inflammation.

Saturday, January 30, 1897 Part 1 Page 4
Wolverine Waifs
George Grisbrook, a business man of Cheboygan, fell off an ice boat while out sailing with a friend last week and was killed.

Saturday, January 30, 1897 Part 1 Page 4
Wm. E. Williams, aged 42 years died at his home on Ashmun street at midnight Tuesday, after a week's illness of pneumonia. He was a stone mason by trade. A widow and five children are left in straightened circumstances. The funeral was held yesterday.

Saturday, January 30, 1897 Part 1 Page 4
Mr. and Mrs. J. J. Gallagher were called to Quebec, Wednesday, by the death of Mrs. Gallagher's brother, Miles Howe.

Saturday, January 30, 1897 Part 1 Page 5
A Touching Tribute
It is Paid to the Memory of Miss Amy Clegg
Miss Amy Clegg, died at the residence of her father, W. H. Clegg, on Court street Sunday morning, January 24, at 1:30 o'clock. Had she lived three days longer she would have completed her 21^st year.------------

Saturday, January 30, 1897 Part 1 Page 8
The infant child of Mr. and Mrs. W. W. Dennis, of Pine Grove, which died Monday, was buried Tuesday. The Rev. F. Bagnall of this city, officiated.

Saturday, January 30, 1897 Part 1 Page 8
The Demise of Miss Amy Clegg
Miss Amy Clegg died at the home of her parents, Mr. and Mrs. W. H. Clegg, 108 Court street early Sunday morning. She had been an invalid for some time. Miss Clegg was 21 years of age. The funeral services were conducted at the Central M. E. church by the Rev. C. M. Thompson, Tuesday afternoon. The interment was at Riverside.

Saturday, February 6, 1897 Part 1 Page 5
A Large Funeral
Mrs. Gallagher's Brother Interred at Quebec Sunday
Mr. and Mrs. J. J. Gallagher returned Tuesday from Quebec, whither they were called last week by the death of Mrs. Gallagher's brother, Miles Howe. The following account of the funeral, taken from the Quebec Telegraph, is reprinted by request:
The funeral of the late Mr. Miles Howe, which took place yesterday afternoon from St. Patrick's church was one of the largest seen in Quebec for a very long time. Among those present were Alderman Reynolds, Boisvert, and Q. C. Drs. Ahern, Delaney, ------- The chief mourners were Dr. J. C. Howe, son of the deceased, his nephew Mr. J. P. Nolan and
Messrs. J.J. Gallagher, of Sault Ste. Marie, Mich. and P. Nolan, his brother's-in-law. --------------------------- Rev. Father Maloney assisted b Rev. Fathers, Anderson and Bonin conducted the solemn services of the dead------------

Saturday, February 6, 1897 Part 1 Page 7
Death of Mrs. D. McKillop
Mrs. Duncan McKillop died at her residence on Hart avenue early Monday morning after a lingering illness from lung trouble. She was 28 years and 3 months old. The funeral was held from the Presbyterian church at 2 o'clock Tuesday afternoon and the remains were laid to rest in the city cemetery.

Saturday, February 6, 1897 Part 1 Page 8
Bessie Hecox Called Away
Succumbed to a Brief Illness on Sunday Afternoon
Bessie Beryl, the bright 11-year-old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. C. W. Hecox's was called away to a better land by the angel of death Sunday afternoon. Little Bessie was stricken with congestion of the brain Friday of last week and despite all that earthy care could do, steadily grew worse, until death gently relieved her of the suffering and she fell sweetly asleep.------- -------------
the last rites took place at the Congregational church Tuesday afternoon at 1:30 o'clock, the Rev. Bagnall conducting services-----A large number accompanied the remains to their resting place at Riverside cemetery.

Saturday, February 13, 1897 Part 1 Page 1
Mrs. Sophia Edwards Death
She Hand Been a Resident of the Soo For 85 Years
In the death of Mrs. Sophia Edwards, which took place Monday night after a three-days illness of pneumonia, the Soo loses one of its oldest residents. Mrs. Edwards was born in this city April 1, 1812, and was therefore nearly 85 years of age. She was a daughter of Louis Johnston, and a niece of the late John McD. Johnston. Mrs. Edwards memory was a remarkable one. ------- Three children survive her, Capt. E.N. Edwards, Mrs. Jos. Rouleau and Miss Maria Edwards. The funerals took place Thursday morning from St. Mary's church. The remains being laid to rest in the Catholic cemetery.

Saturday, February 13, 1897 Part 1 Page 6
Bert Brule died on Sunday morning at the home of his parents, on Cedar street, after a long illness, of consumption. The funeral was held from St. Mary's church Tuesday morning at 9 o'clock.

Saturday, February 13, 1897 Part 1 Page 7
Stalwart (Special Correspondence)
The little daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Abe Johnson died of pheumonia on Monday morning at 9 o'clock. She had been ill for some days. Rev. Magahey preached the funeral sermon.

Saturday, February 13, 1897 Part 1 Page 8
Thank Their Friends
Mr. and Mrs. Gilbert Brule, through THE NEWS desire to express their heart felt appreciation of the many acts of kindness of which they were the recipients during the illness and death of their son, Gilbert, who died Sunday of consumption.

Saturday, February 20, 1897 Part 1 Page 3
The infant daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Chas. Hempstead died Tuesday after a short illness. The funeral was held Wednesday afternoon.

Saturday, February 20, 1897 Part 1 Page 3
Neebish Island (Special Correspondence)
William Arbach was struck in the head by a limb from a falling tree the other day and was fatally injured. He lingered for several hours before he died. He was unmarried and lived on a homestead. He was buried at Richard's Landing by friends.

Saturday, February 20, 1897 Part 1 Page 4
James Charles, of Bay Mills, stable boss for the Hal & Munson Cr. died at Brimley Thursday night, of pneumonia. The funeral will occur tomorrow afternoon. Undertaker Vanderhook will have charge of it.

Saturday, February 20, 1897 Part 1 Page 4
Death of Adam Oliver (Communication)
Adam Oliver died of pneumonia at the residence of Mrs. Wm. Bates, Brimley, on Wednesday evening of last week after a few days illness. Oliver, as he was usually called was for some years ban boss, and otherwise emplyed at Bay Mills after which he took charge for some year's of D. J. Ransom's farm on the Pickford road. He was buried in the Missions Hieght's cemetery on the 4^th.--------------- He used to speak of a brother on the Scotch borders near Carlisle and relatives near Abbotsford, Perthshire.

Saturday, February 20, 1897 Part 1 Page 5
Died of Heart Failure
W. H. Miron, a well known carpenter and builder, and an old resident of the city, died Tuesday morning of heart trouble, aged 70 years. He was buried from St. Mary's church yesterday morning. A wife and four children, Mrs. J. J. Veyet, Miss Hattied Miron and H. V. and L. F. Miron, survive him.

Saturday, February 20, 1897 Part 1 Page 5
Death of Mrs. Joseph Rouleau
On Monday evening Mrs. Alice J. wive of Capt. Joseph Rouleau, died, after an illness of six days, of pneumonia. Mrs. Rouleau contracted the fatal disease while caring for her mother, Mrs. Sophia Edwards, who died just a week before her Mrs. Rouleau expired. Mrs. Rouleau died at the residence of her mother. She was 44 eyars old. A peculiar coincidence regarding her death was that she died at the same age as he sister, Mrs. Allan Rains, who passed away four years ago. Mrs. Rouleau had resided here for many years. She leaves a husband and five children, Laurian, Joseph, Bertha, Alice and Marion. The funeral was held Thursday morning at St. Mary's church and the remains were interred in the Catholic cemetery. The bereaved family have the sympathy of the community.

Saturday, February 20, 1897 Part 1 Page 6
Detour (Special Correspondence)
Mrs. Robert Harley died Saturday morning, of consumption. Funeral services were conducted from the Catholic church Monday at noon.

Saturday, February 27, 1897 Part 1 Page 4
The infant child of Mr. and Mrs. Thos. Russell, of Bingham avenue, died Thursday. The funeral occurred yesterday afternoon, the Rev. C.P. Bates, officiated.

Saturday, February 27, 1897 Part 1 Page 4
Mrs. Wm. Foley, of Pine street, died yesterday afternoon, aged 64 years. The funeral services will be conducted from St. Mary's church at 9 o'clock Monday morning.

Saturday, February 27, 1897 Part 1 Page 6
Alex. Armour died Wednesday at the Mission between 11 and 12 o'clock and was buried from the Mission Home Thursday afternoon at one o'clock at Riverside cemetery.

Saturday, February 27, 1897 Part 1 Page 6
Drummond (Special Correspondence)
Mr. and Mrs. John Lapoint lost a fine boy 14 months old last week. Death was caused by inflamation of the brain.

Saturday, March 6, 1897 Part 1 Page 4
Wolverine Waifs
Dominic Reghatti and Mathew Mattson were buried by a cave-in at the Newport mine, Ironwood last week.

Saturday, March 6, 1897 Part 1 Page 4
Wolverine Waifs
John Adams the well known deputy warden of the Marquette branch prison, died suddenly on Wednesday of last week, while sitting in a chair conversing with friends.

Saturday, March 6, 1897 Part 1 Page 8
Mr. and Mrs. V. R. Conway were called to Preston, Ont., Tuesday by the death of Mrs. Conway's father, J. W. Martin.

Saturday, March 6, 1897 Part 1 Page 8
Eben Green, of Court street, has been bereaved by the death of his father, Josiah Green, of Troy, N.Y., who died at the ripe age of 83 years. Mr. Green received the sad intelligence last Saturday but was unable to attend the obsequies because of ill health.

Saturday, March 6, 1897 Part 1 Page 8
Jno. Sullivan, of Pine Grove, died at that place Sunday morning after a long illness, at the age of 54 years. Mr. Sullivan is well known and highly respected farmer and leaves a widow and two children. The funeral was held at St. Mary's church Tuesday morning.

Saturday, March 13, 1897 Part 1 Page 2
Martin Brennan, a stonemason, who resided here for five or six years, died at his home at North Bay, Tuesday morning.

Saturday, March 6, 1897 Part 1 Page 2
G. F. Van Wyck received the sad intelligence Sunday that his aged mother had died in Meaford, Ont. It was impossible for Mr. Van Wyck to get there in time to attend the obseques.

Saturday, March 6, 1897 Part 1 Page 3
Demise of Duncan McIntosh
Duncan McIntosh died at his home on Myra street, Sunday afternoon, of pnemonia. He was ill but a brief time. The funeral occurred Tuesday afternoon from the residence, Rev. J. C. Carmon, officiating. Mrs. C. Y. Dixon and Wm. McIntosh, daughter and son of the deceased, arrived from Detroit a few hours before he died. Mr. McIntosh had resided in the Soo for many years and was a blacksmith by occupation. He was highly respected by all who knew him.

Saturday, March 6, 1897 Part 1 Page 3
Drummond (Special Correspondence)
We are sorry to chronicle the death on the 2nd. inst. of Mr. Edwin Seamon's little daughter Flora. Rev. C. P. Strickland conducted the funeral services at the M. E. church on the 4^th. A very large number attended. It is just a year since "Grandma" Seaman's funeral.

Saturday, March 6, 1897 Part 1 Page
Memorial Services
They were held at the Mission in Honor of Alex. Armour
The King's Daughters and Sons held an appropriate and very interesting memorial service for their Mission worker, Alexander Armour was born in Scotland 43 years ago last August. Four brothers and four sisters survive him in Scotland. Part of his life he spent in England, where he married and where he was several years ago and then to the Soo about four year's ago.-------------- He leaves a wife and one son to mourn his loss.----------

Saturday, April 20, 1897 Part 1 Page 2
Ruth, the little three-year-ole daughter of Mrs. C. H. Pease, died after a short illness of brain fever, on Wednesday evening. The funeral took place from St. Mary's church Friday morning.

Saturday, April 3, 1897 Part 1 Page 2
The funeral of the late Mrs. Chas. Kennel was held from the Presbyterian church Wednesday afternoon, under the direction of L. O. T. M., of which she was a member. Mrs. Kennel was a sister of Fred and Jno Campbell, of this city, and resided in Bay Mills.

Saturday, April 10, 1897 Part 1 Page 4
Mrs. Lawrence Ryan died Wednesday morning, at her home on Peck street, after a three months illness of consumption. Mrs. Ryan was the wife of Laurence Ryan, foreman for Hughes Bros. & Bangs and was only 26 years of age. She leaves three children. The funeral was held from St. Mary's church yesterday morning.

Saturday, April 10, 1897 Part 1 Page 8
A Good Citizen Gone
John Montgomery, of Pickford Died Monday of Pneumonia
John V. Montgomery, of Pickford died at his home, last Monday after a short illness of pneumonia, aged 37 years. The funeral occurred at Pickford Wednesday afternoon and was one of the largest ever held in the locality. The remains were interred in the Pickford cemetery. John Montgomery came to Chippewa county about 18 years ago, and the greater part of his life was spent in teaching---------------

Saturday, April 10, 1897 Part 1 Page 8
Death of Mrs. Alfred Poliquin
Mrs. Alfred M. Poliquin died Sunday morning, age 18 years, of consumption. She was a daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Frank Lalonde, and had been married two years. The funeral occurred Tuesday morning from St. Mary's church, and was largely attended. Rev. J. J. Connolly conducted the impressive ceremonies.

Saturday, April 17, 1897 Part 1 Page 2
The wife of W. A. Stowell, formerly connected with the old Water Power and Land company, died Saturday at Lacrosse, Wis.

Saturday, April 17, 1897 Part 1 Page 3
Joseph Duket, of Bay Mills, died at his home at the Bay, Friday afternoon of last week of pneumonia. He was one of the best known and most highly respected citizens of that place.

Saturday, April 17, 1897 Part 1 Page 5
Jos. Eagle received a telegram Wednesday announcing that his sister-in-law, Mrs. Samuel Eagle, had died that morning in Meaford, Ont., Mrs. Eagle was a sister of J. H. McDonald, of this city.

Saturday, April 17, 1897 Part 1 Page 5
Detour (Special Corresponce)
Miss Fannie Still died last Friday of consumption, at the home of her sister, Mrs. Thos. Watson. Her untimely death greatly saddened the community, for she was barely 16 years old and was a favorite with all. The funeral services were held Sunday afternoon, at the Presbyterian church, Rev. S. L. Clark being assisted in the sad rites by Rev. Charles A. Foss. The interment took place at the local cemetery.

Saturday, April 17, 1897 Part 1 Page 7
Killed By the Cars
A distressing accident occurred on the Soo Line on Sunday night, causing the death of a child. When the train was a little distance past Russell, a station west of Manistique, a little girl was noticed sitting on the train. The engine struck her, fracturing her skull. Just as she was picked up two men arrived who had been out searching for her, she having wandered away. Her name was discovered to be Della LaLonde. She had been with her parents visiting at Russell. The child was taken on the train to Gladstone and died about 11 o'clock. The parents were notified and came to Gladstone. A beautiful white casket was given by the Soo Line officials as a mark of there sympathy. The remains were taken to Garden Bay for burial.

Saturday, April 24, 1897 Part 1 Page 1
Death of Peter Campbell
Peter Campbell, aged 67 years, died at his home on Dawson street Sunday afternoon, after an illness of two weeks of pneumonia. In his death the Soo loses one of its old and respected citizens. The deceased had resided in Chippewa county for a score or more years. An aged wife survives him and his children, among whom are Mesdames George Comb, H. E. Westlake, Stillwell, and Miss Margarite Campbell of this city and Mrs. L. B. Lockwood of Manistique. The funeral was held Tuesday afternoon from his late home and the remains were laid to rest in the city cemetery.

Saturday, April 24, 1897 Part 1 Page 2
The infant son of Mr. and Mrs. L. Rouleau died Saturday after a short illness. The funeral was held Monday from St. Mary's church.

Saturday, April 24, 1897 Part 1 Page 5
A young lumberman Jas. Beacham, who had been employed at the Perry lumber camps in the vicinity of Garden River, died after a brief illness, of brain fever, at the residence of Mrs. Sproule: on Sunday night. He had been removed to Mrs. Sproule's Saturday in order to receive constant attention. His mother, who resides at Deep river, arrived shortly before he died and took the body to her home for interment on Wednesday.

Saturday, April 24, 1897 Part 1 Page 8
Death of Miss Engleheart's Brother
Miss Nellie Englehart, of this city, left Thursday of last week, for Saginaw, to attend the funeral of her brother, Jesse Engleheart. Mr. Engleheart had just returned from Georgia where he had been with the hope of regaining his health. He died of consumption four days after his return. He leaves behind a wife, and a little daughter, Ruth, aged two years. Mr. Engleheart was one of the leading young men of his city and was one time county clerk. Many will mourn his loss.

Saturday, May 1, 1897 Part 1 Page 4
Wolverine Waifs
Christine Bounekessel died at Bessemer Sunday, aged 99 years. She had the unique distinction of being married 18 times, the last time only enjouing wedded bliss six months. She was one of the best known women in the northern part of the Upper Peninsula.

Saturday, May 1, 1897 Part 1 Page 7
Detour (Special Correspondence)
An infant child of Mr. and Mrs. Jukko died Monday and was buried on Tuesday.

Saturday, May 1, 1897 Part 1 Page 7
Stalwart (Special Correspondence)
Mrs. Wm. J. Banks, an esteemed resident of this place, died Wednesday evening of last week after a short illness. The deceased was 33 years and 5 months of age and leaves behind a husband and six children to mourn the loss of a devoted wife and loving mother. The remains were laid to rest in Stalwart cemetery, the last sad rites being performed by the Rev. Maltas. The bereaved family have the sincere sympathy of many friends in their afflication

Saturday, May 8, 1897 Part 1 Page 4
Wolverine Waifs
Chas. Trueblood, a farmer residing at Pine Ridge, near Escanaba, was run into by a Chicago & Northwestern locomotive Monday and injured so severely that he died the following morning. He did not regain consciousness up to the time of his death.

Saturday, May 8, 1897 Part 1 Page 7
Antoine Fisher is Dead
Another of the Soo's old resident passed to the great beyond at 9 o'clock Tuesday night, when Antoine Fisher, aged 61 years, died from a stroke of paralysis, at his home on Eureka street. For many years Mr. Fisher sailed in the lakes in the capacity of engineer. For serveral seasons past he was on the steamlighter Mentoer. He was wellknown and highly respected by his acquaintances. He was the father of twelve children, five of whom survive him. Louis, John, Joseph, Mrs. Thos. Molly and Miss Barbara. The funeral was held from St. Mary's church yesterday morning, and the remains were laid to rest in the Catholic cemetery.

Saturday, May 8, 1897 Part 1 Page 8
The infant daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Walter Clark died Saturday. The funeral occurred Monday from the home and the interment was in the city cemetery.

Saturday, May 15, 1897 Part 1 Page 5
George Coles, father of Mrs. E. C. Hambleton, died at Marquette Wednesday afternoon at 1:30 o'clock, and was buried there yesterday afternoon. Mrs. Hambleton has been in Marquette the past two weeks in attendance upon her father who was ill for some time.

Saturday, May 15, 1897 Part 1 Page 8
Capt. Henry G. Johnston Succumbed to Paralysis Tuesday
Capt. Henry G. Johnston, who had been a paralytic sufferer for two years died at his home on Maple street Tuesday morning. He was at work in the garden at the time and fell dead white planting potatoes. The deceased was a son of the late John McD. Johnston, and has resided in the Soo all of his life. For years he was engaged in sailing and held master's papers. A wife and four children survive him. The funeral was held from his late home Thursday afternoon. The Revs. J. C. Carman, T. R. Easterday and F. C. Bagnall, officiting. The palbearers were, Capts. S. H. Ashmun, Jos. Tebo, Jno. Ermantinger, Alex. Day, T. Trempe and Peter Jacobs.

Saturday, May 15, 1897 Part 1 Page 8
Death of Geo. Freeborn
Geo. Freeborn died at his home in Donaldson at 5 o'clock yesterday morning after a prolonged illness from rheumatism of the heart. The deceased was on of the oldest and best known farmers in the county. At the time of his death he was 66 years old and has resided in the county for 15 years. A wife and six children survive him, William, Robert, Herbert, Edward and Lyman and Miss Emma who is employed as a operator in the local telephone office. The funeral will be held Sunday morning at 10 o'clock from his late residence. The Rev. D. Casler will officiate.

Saturday, May 22, 1897 Part 1 Page 1
Drowned Near the Shingwauk
Andrew Stacey, an inmate of the Shingwauk Home, Canadian Soo, whose mother resides on this side lost his life Wednesday noon by drowning in the river, a short distance below the home. Young Stacey and a companion were on a raft, and the former accidently fell off into the icy waters. Help was soon at hand, and the body was gotten out within five minute after the accident. Life had flown. The boy was 15 years of age.

Saturday, May 29, 1897 Part 1 Page 3
Drummond (Special Correspondence)
A royal wedding took place at the Little Channel, Cockburn Island, between a prince of the house of Wahgoash and a princess of the house of Baywah. It was attended by about all the Indians of this vicinity and was a notable celebration

Saturday, May 29, 1897 Part 1 Page 4
Wolverine Waifs
Miss Mary Corcoran, of Escanaba met death on Saturday of last week by swallowing a hat pin.

Saturday, May 29, 1897 Part 1 Page 4
Wolverine Waifs
Mrs. A. D. Petit, of Hancock, wife of the Publisher of the Progress, committed suicide by hanging last week. Mrs. Petit had been ill for some time and ended her life, while temporarily insane. In his bereavement Mr. Petit has the sympathy of hundreds of friends throughout Michigan.

Saturday, May 29, 1897 Part 1 Page 5
Death of Alfred E. Dean, an Old Resident of Chippewa County.
Alfred E. Dean died at his home at 265 Court street Tuesday afternoon at 5 o'clock, aged 61 years. The direct cause of Mr. Dean's death was the amputation of his right leg above the knee at noon that day. The operation was undertaken as a dernier resort to save his life. Mr. Dean had the little toe of his right foot frostbitten last winter and gangrene set in. Under the hypnotic influence of Prof. Fontana an operation was then performed and the offendiing member amputated. The course of the disease, however, was not stopped and later his foot was taken off. This also proved unavailing and the fatal operation was rendered imperative.
Alfred E. Dean was born in Whitechurch, Ont., and 13 years ago located in Chippewa county with his family—Besides his wife, nine children survive him, W. J., W. S., Oscar, Henry, Jacob, Miss Sarah, Mesdames Jno. Comb, Jas. Sweeney, and Thos. King. All of the family reside here with the exception of Mrs. Sweeney, who arrived Wednesday from Chicago to attend the obsequies. The funeral was held at the Central M. E. church at 3 o'clock Thursday afternoon. Rev. C.M. Thompson officiating. The remains were interred in the city cemetery.

Saturday, May 15, 1897 Part 1 Page 8
Death of Geo. Freeborn
Geo. Freeborn died at his home in Donaldson at 5 o'clock yesterday morning after a prolonged illness from rheumatism of the heart. The deceased was on of the oldest and best known farmers in the county. At the time of his death he was 66 years old and has resided in the county for 15 years. A wife and six children survive him, William, Robert, Herbert, Edward and Lyman and Miss Emma who is employed as a operator in the local telephone office. The funeral will be held Sunday morning at 10 o'clock from his late residence. The Rev. D. Casler will officiate

Saturday, May 29, 1897 Part 1 Page 8
Mrs. C. S. Riche died at Aitken, South Carolina on Tuesday of last week, after a lingering illness from consumption. Mrs. Riche has many friends in the Soo who will be pained to learn of her demise.

Saturday, June 5, 1897 Part 1 Page 1
The Child Died a Natural Death
The infant child of Mr. and Mrs. H. W. Crowfut died suddenly Thursday morning. The funeral was to have been held early the same afternoon, but the health officer refused the issue the necessary permit, upon the solicitation of neighbours who thought an investigation should be made of the circumstances surrounding the child's death. It was alleged that death was caused by neglect of the parents. The obsequies were deferred until the prosecuting attorney had satisfied himself that the death was due to natural causes. The funeral took place yesterday morning.

Saturday, June 5, 1897 Part 1 Page 2
Child Burned to Death
The two-year-old son of Mr. and Mrs. James Burns, of Cedar street, was fatally burned Monday while playing in the backyard of its home. A bonfire had been started to burn up some rubbish and the high winds blew sparks onto the child's clothing. Before help arrived the little boy was frightfully burned, death resulting Tuesday noon. The funeral was held from St. Mary's church Wednesday afternoon, and the remains were laid to rest in the Catholic cemetery..

Saturday, June 5, 1897 Part 1 Page 2
Detour (Special Correspondence)
Frank, the 12-year-old son of Mrs. Martell died suddenly last Saturday and was buried on Monday.

Saturday, June 5, 1897 Part 1 Page 4
Wolverine Waifs
Geo. M. Dewey, died at his home in Owosso on Thursday of last week. He had been in ill health for several months. Mr. Dewey was the father of Edmund O. Dewey, the editor and proprietor of the Owosso Times.

Saturday, June 12, 1897 Part 1 Page 1
Mr. and Mrs. R. J. Stuart Bereft
Janet Lucille, the bright 11-months-old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. R. J. Stuart, died Thursday morning of capilliary bronchitis. The funeral will be at 2:30 tomorrow afternoon from the family residence on Ashmun street. Mr. and Mrs. Stuart have the sincere sympathy of many friends in the deep bereavement that has fallen them.

Saturday, June 12, 1897 Part 1 Page 1
Mrs. L. J. DeCoteau's Death
It Occurred Yesterday Morning After a Long Illness
Mrs. Louis J. Decouteau, who had resided in this city almost continuously since 1865, died at her residence on Spruce avenue, at 7 o'clock yesterday morning, aged 52 years. The deceased had been ill during the past five months and death had been expected for some time. A husband and daughter, Miss Anna, and Capt. J. B. Mendor, a brother, survive her. Mrs. Decoteau possessed many kindly qualities, and her death is deplored by a large circle of friends. The funeral will be held from St. Mary's church at 9 o'clock Monday morning.

Saturday, June 19, 1897 Part 1 Page 1
Body of John R. Dundas Found in the Chandler-Dunbar Canal.
A case of supposed suicide was discovered at the Chandler-Dunbar water power canal shortly after 7 o'clock yesterday morning when Joseph Root, who resides near the powerhouse, saw the body of a man in the bottom of the canal in 10 feet of water. Coroner Bacon and Sheriff McNaughton were notified and went to the spot and had the body taken out of the water. Unon examination it was found that the man had died from drowning alone, as no marks of violence were found upon the body. The unfortunate man was about 28 years old, 5 feet 8 inches in height. ( 3 letters were found on the body).-----------

Saturday, June 12, 1897 Part 1 Page 1
Gideon Hood Dead
Word was received Thursday from Ora Grand, Cal. announcing the death of Gideon Hood, late of this city. Mr. Hood met his death by being blown to pieces by a boiler explosion. He has several children in the Soo, Mesdames S. H. Ashmun, Wm. Medill, Fred Stibbs, O. I. Millar and James Hood.

Saturday, June 12, 1897 Part 1 Page 2
The funeral of Mrs. L. J. DeCoteau took place Saturday morning from St. Mary's church. It was largely attended.

Saturday, June 12, 1897 Part 1 Page 4
Wolverine Waifs
Anna Pierce, better known as "Irish" Anna, a well known Hurley character, was murdered in a Salon in that city Saturday night. Her murderer escaped and is unknown.

Saturday, June 19, 1897 Part 1 Page 8
A young man named Courts was killed at the Encampment Monday night by a runaway team.

Saturday, June 26, 1897 Part 1 Page 1
Miss Lena Summers, sister of Mrs. Frank D. Stevens, died suddenly at Los Angels, Cal., Thursday, of heart trouble. Miss Summers was 28 years old and was a teacher in the public schools of that city.

Saturday, June 26, 1897 Part 1 Page 2
Mary F. Smith aged 21 years died at her home in L'Anse early Sunday morning. The deceased was wel known in this city and was a niece of Mr. and Mrs. G. E. C. Seaman. Mrs. Seamon left for L'Anse Monday to attend the funeral.

Saturday, June 26, 1897 Part 1 Page 5
Drummond (Special Correspondence)
Mrs. Samuel Ogawomick died Monday at 8 p.m. of consumption. She was a bright young woman of considerable education, having been a pupil of the "Wawanosh Homes".

Saturday, June 26, 1897 Part 1 Page 5
Drummond (Special Correspondence)
Mr. and Mrs. Walter Anderson were so unfortunate to lose their baby, Gladys, who was buried Friday of last week.

Saturday, June 19, 1897 Part 1 Page 5
Robert A. Hawkins, the son of Supervisor Hawkins, of Whitefish Point, died Tuesday at the Franklin House, of Bright's deserve. The body was taken to Grand Island on the Green Bay Thursday morning for interment. The many who are acquainted with Mr. Hawkins condole with him.

Saturday, July 3, 1897 Part 1 Page 1
Death of Mrs. Beduhn
She Had Been a Resident of the Soo 24 Years.
Mrs. Wilhelmine Beduhn, who fell from the second story window of Mrs. A. Brown's house early Tuesday morning while in a delerious condition and sustained internal injuries, died at 6:30 o'clock last night. Mrs. Beduhn had been ill with a severe cold, which last Sunday developed symptoms of pnemonia. The deceased was born in Germany and was 85 years old. She came to the Soo 24 years ago. Four children survive her, Mesdames Augusta Brown, M. Reidy, L. Metzger and W. H. Stribbling. The funeral will by held from the Presbyterian church at 2:30 o'clock tomorrow afternoon. The Rev. T. R. Easterday will officiate.

Saturday, July 3, 1897 Part 1 Page 2
Death of Mrs. L. Lauzon
After a lingering illness, of consumption, Mrs. Harriet Lauzon, wife of Lucian Lauzon, of this city, breather her last early Monday morning. Mrs. Lauzon had lived the 48 years of her life in this city and was an energetic member of the Roman Catholic church. She leaves four children and a host of friends to mourn her loss. The funeral, which was very largely attended, occurred from St. Mary's church Wednesday morning. The interment was in Catholic cemetery.

Saturday, July 3, 1897 Part 1 Page 4
W. A. Rudell received a telegram Tuesday announcing the death of his niece, Miss Allie Rudell, that day at Hespeler, Ont.

Saturday, July 3, 1897 Part 1 Page 4
David Smith was shot at Iron River Sunday by Mrs. E. N. Lengly. Smith, with two other men tried to force an entrance to Mrs. Lengly's home, and made indecent proposals to her whereupon she shot Smith dead.

Saturday, July 3, 1897 Part 1 Page 4
Mrs. C. E. C. Seaman returned yesterday from L'Anse, where she attended the funeral of her niece, the late Mary Smith.-- ---

Saturday, July 3, 1897 Part 1 Page 6
Drummond (Special Correspondence)
A sad accident happened at East Burnt Island Monday about 8 a.m. Mr. and Mrs. Cooley's little three-year-old son Elmer was drowned. His habit was to run to meet his father when coming in from lifting and inquire about the fish. He did this as usual this time and in some way fell off the little dock. The water was not very deep and he had apparently crept toward the shore and was found about 20 minutes after he fell in close to the beach in about a foot of water. -------

Saturday, July 10, 1897 Part 1 Page 2
S. Jefferson, of Bruce township, died Tuesday at the age of 70 years. Mr. Jefferson was the father of Mrs. Andrew Arnott, of this city.

Saturday, July 10, 1897 Part 1 Page 4
Wolverine Waifs
Frank Early, aged 27, who took paris green at Escanaba on Friday, June 18, with suicidal intent, died July 1.

Saturday, July 10, 1897 Part 1 Page 6
Drowned at Bay Mills
While Henry Crowley was in swimming in the bay at Bay Mills Sunday morning he was seized with cramps and was drowned before assistance could be rendered. His body was recovered Wednesday night and taken to Canada Sault for burial. Young Crowley was 18 years old and an orphan. He was working for the Hall & Munson co.

Saturday, July 24, 1897 Part 1 Page 1
Found Dead in Bed
All Alone, Joseph Riter Expires of Heart Failure Saturday Night.
Joseph Riter, aged 25 years, was found dead in bed, at his home on Spruce avenue west, shortly after 6 o'clock Monday evening, by Henry Sheridan, who went into the house to call on Mr. Riter. For the past two months Mrs. Riter and children have been visiting Mrs. Riter's mother at Clinton, Ont. and during that period Mr. Riter lived alone on the first floor of the house.--------- Mr. Riter came to the Soo two years ago and opened a liquor store with his brother-in-law George Miller.------------ The funeral was held yesterday and the body was interred in the city cemetery.

Saturday, July 24, 1897 Part 1 Page 1
James Riley's Sudden and Unexpected Summon
He Died of Appoplexy
Another sudden death occurred in this city Thursday night. The victim of the unexpected call from the angel of death on that occasion was James Riley, bartender of the Sherman House, Portage avenue west, of which James O'Brien is proprietor. At 10 o'clock Thursday night the body of Mr. Riley was discovered by Peter O'Toole and Frank O'Donnell, guest at the Sherman House. The body was found in the basement of the hotel, in a sitting posture, with his head fallen forward in a corner of the room.------ Mr. Riley was 29 years of age. He had lived in this city for seven or eight years. He was married but on account of his additions to liqour at that time, there was family trouble, and Mrs. Riley finally got a divorce. She is now said to be living in Detroit -------- Mr. Riley's relatives live at Carleton Place, Ont. They have been notified and it is probable that the remains will be shipped to that place for interment.---

Saturday, July 24, 1897 Part 1 Page 4
Dropped Dead In His Room
Battle Creek, Mich., July 19- Edwards G. Woodlin, one of the best known colored young men of this city, dropped dead this morning. He was employed at the Commercial House. He was called this morning as usual at 4 o'clock. Not appearing at 5 o'clock his room was visited, and he was found dead upon the floor. He had got up dressed and partly opened the door to come out of his room. Heart disease was the verdict of the jury.-----

Saturday, July 24, 1897 Part 1 Page 6
The funeral of the unfortunate George Doan, who was killed by an electric shock Friday night, took place at the Central M. E. church Sunday afternoon and the remains were interred in the city cemetery.

Saturday, July 24, 1897 Part 1 Page 8
Edward Hines formerly on inmate of the county poorhouse, who was sent to the Newberry hospital about two months age, died at that institution Thursday night.

Saturday, August 7, 1897 Part 1 Page 4
Rosedale (Special Correspondence)
Rev. Casler preached the funeral sermon of George Travis, a young man aged about 22 years of Barbeau.

Saturday, August 7, 1897 Part 1 Page 5
The 2 month-old-bay daughter of Mr. and Mrs. John TenEyck succumbed to cholera infantum Tuesday afternoon at 1 o'clock.

Saturday, August 7, 1897 Part 1 Page 5
Mr. and Mrs. Henry Lafever mourn the loss of their infant son, who died Tuesday morning of cholera infantum. The funeral occurred Wednesday morning from St. Mary's church.

Saturday, August 7, 1897 Part 1 Page 6
Dr. T. N. Rogers' father died at Crystal City, Manitoba, last week. Dr. Rogers was present during his father's illness and attended the obsequies.

Saturday, August 14, 1897 Part 1 Page 2
Mr. and Mrs. Increase Mather, mourn the loss of their infant daughter, who died Wednesday afternoon.

Saturday, August 14, 1897 Part 1 Page 5
Mrs. M. Lippett died at her home on William street, Monday, of pulmonary phthises. The funeral took place Tuesday afternoon from the residence and the remains were interred in the city cemetery by Undertaker Vanderhook.

Saturday, August 14, 1897 Part 1 Page 5
John Gardner, nephew of F. M. Roll, of this city died of appendicitus Sunday, at Detroit.

Saturday, August 14, 1897 Part 1 Page 5
Mrs. C. B. Robinson gave birth to a stillborn child last evening. Mrs. Robinson is not seriously ill.

Saturday, August 14, 1897 Part 1 Page 5
The venerable Enoch Ellis, father of the late E. W. Ellis, of the Soo, died at his home, Glen's Falls, N. Y. this week.

Saturday, August 14, 1897 Part 1 Page 8
Out of the Wrong Bottle
Dr. Hunter Took a Dose of Carbolic Acid and Died
The residents of the two Soo's were shocked beyond measure Sunday, when it became generally known that Dr. Hunter, of the Canadian Soo, had suddenly died that morning from the effects of a dose of carbolic acid which he had taken by mistake at 3 o'clock in the morning. Dr. Hunter was called up to attend a patient at the Grand View Hotel. He visited him and went immediately across the street to his brother's branch drug store to make up a prescription. The doctor had about three weeks been suffering from an internal trouble for which he had been taking occasional doses of aromatic spirit of amonia with a few drops of chlordyne.------- no sooner had he swallowed the fatal dose than he discovered his mistake. He said "My God", what have I done and called upon the assistant, Mr. Blaine, for an emetic which was immediately presented to him, but, to late, as the throat had closed. He went out to the sidewalk and sat down on the edge of it, where he died a few minutes later in the arms of his faithful attendant, Richard Pringle.----------------- The remains were accompanied to the late doctor's home at Clarksburg, near Meaford, where he was finally interred yesterday, by his sorrowing mother Mrs. George Hunter ------

Saturday, August 14, 1897 Part 1 Page 8
Death of Wm. C. Shunk
Wm. C. Shunk, an old respected resident of the county, died at 3 o'clock Sunday afternoon, at his home on the Hay Lake road, at the age of 64. He leaves a wife and eight children. The funeral was conducted by the Rev. McGillvray, at the family residence, Tuesday afternoon and the remains were interred at Riverside.

Saturday, August 21, 1897 Part 1 Page 3
The father of Mrs. Capt. E. D. Smith of Fort Brady, died of apoplexity Friday night; at the depot at Stanford, Conn., while about to board a train for the Soo to visit his daughter.

Saturday, August 21, 1897 Part 1 Page 3
Mr. and Mrs. Alex. Campbell's infant son died yesterday morning of cholera infantum.

Saturday, August 21, 1897 Part 1 Page 6
An infant child of Mr. and Mrs. E. Esler died Tuesday and was buried Wednesday afternoon. Rev. C. A. Foss, officiated.

Saturday, August 28, 1897 Part 1 Page 4
Among those from Bay Mills who attended the funeral of Mrs. W. K. Parsille were Mr. and Mrs. J. C. Poultney, Mrs. J. Gibraith et.

Saturday, August 28, 1897 Part 1 Page 5
Mr. and Mrs. David Thomas mourn the loss of their bright little son, Joel Darr, who succumbed to cholera infantum at an early hour yesterday morning. The bereaved parents have the profound sympathy of many friends. The child was 13 months old. The funeral will be held at the family residence on Cedar street at 1:30 o'clock this afternoon.

Saturday, September 4, 1897 Part 1 Page 1
Died of Paralysis
David Brigham died of paralysis Wednesday afternoon, at the residence of H. L. Newton. The body will be shipped today to Rockford, Ill., Mr. Brigham's former home, for interment. Mrs. Myrtle L. Miller, daughter of Mr. Brigham, who arrived yesterday from New York, will accompany the remains.

Saturday, September 4, 1897 Part 1 Page 1
Another Pioneer Gone
Louis Metzger Called Across the Dark River Yesterday.
Louis Metzger, on of the Soo's pioneer citizen's passed away at 2 o'clock yesterday morning at his residence on Water street. His health had been failing for some months, but the immediate cause of death was apoplexy. The funeral, which will take place at the Presbyterian church at 2:30 o'clock tomorrow, will be conducted by the Rev. T. R. Easterday, and the remains will be interred in the city cemetery. Louis Metzger was born at Hilbourn, Wartzenberg, Germany, Dec. 29, 1839. He came to the United States in 1865, joined the army and served for three years. After his discharge from the army he lived at St. Louis, Peoria and Detroit. In 1870 he moved to the Soo. A year later he started a grocery and bakery and has been in business here constantly since that time, in one way or another. He owned some very valuable property in this city. Mr. Metzger leaves a wife, a son Henry F., and a daughter Miss Emma A., to mourn his loss.----

Saturday, September 4, 1897 Part 1 Page 1
Dual Drowning Accident
Miss Bessie Millen and Frank Stewart Met Their Death Near Massey
A sad accident occurred on Spanish river last Saturday afternoon, when Miss Bessie Millen, the 14-year-old daughter of T. G. Millen, who is related to the Codys, of this city, by marriage, was drowned, as was also Frank Stewart, of Marquette. T. G. Millen had a narrow escape from sharing their fate. The three were in a canvas boat in the river near Massey, when their craft collapsed. Mr. Miller was entangled in the boat, but was gotten safely ashore by Mr. Stewart, who was an expert swimmer. He returned but two late, for Miss Millen, who had gone down, and his heroic attempt to save her cost Mr. Stewart his life. His body was taken through Monday to Marquette for burial. Miss Millen's body was recovered. T. G. Millen has been engaged with Alger Smith Co., for years and is well known here.

Saturday, September 4, 1897 Part 1 Page 3
Wolverine Waifs
Five Finns were drowned at Gladstone Monday by the capsizing of a sailboat. Their names are: Gus Erickson, John Fandl, Gus Anderson, John Hanson, and Hulp Erickson. Three of the bodies have been recovered.

Saturday, September 11, 1897 Part 1 Page 1
THE DEATH RECORD
Unusually Large Number of Cases of Mortality This Week
[] The funeral of the late Louis Metzger, an account of whose death appeared in THE NEWS last week, was held at the Presbyterian church, Sunday afternoon. Rev. T. R. Easterday, an old friend and former paster of the deceased, officiated. -----the remains to their last resting place the city cemetery.
[] Annie Farnquist, daughter of Mr. and mrs. Amel Farnquist, of Neaseville, died yesterday afternoon. The funeral will be held tomorrow afternoon at the family residence and the remains will be interred in the city cemetery.
[] Annie, the infant daughter of Mr. and Mrs. James Hayden, of Rudyard, who died Monday, was buried at the Catholic cemetery, this city, Tuesday.
[] Victoria, infant daughter of Mr. and Mrs. James Lovenski, died Tuesday and was buried Wednesday at the Catholic cemetery.
[] Dennis Shannahan, of Bay Mills, who died on Thursday of last week, was buried at the Catholic cemetery, this city, Saturday.
[] Timothy Crowley, aged 70 who died Friday of last week, was interred at the Catholic cemetery Saturday.

Saturday, September 11, 1897 Part 1 Page 3
Stirlingville (Special Correspondence)
Captain Wm. P. Stirling last week received word of the death of his father, Archibald Stirling, of Balder Creek, California, who leaves a loving wife and six childen to mourn the loss of husband and father. He was an old settler in the Soo river. He had many friends in the Soo and along the Soo river who will be sorry to hear of his death.

Saturday, September 18, 1897 Part 1 Page 1
Mrs. M. J. Kent, of Hart avenue, was 63 years of age Tuesday, and that evening she was pleasantly surprised by a number of friends who took possession of her home.

Saturday, September 18, 1897 Part 1 Page 4
Mrs. Ida Nusbaun, sister of Louis Desenberg, died last week at her home at Lawton, Mich.

Saturday, September 18, 1897 Part 1 Page 5
Angel of Death Summons Augustine Gager and Several Others
[]Augustine Giguere, more familiarly known as Augustine Gager, a pioneer of the Soo and one of the most influential French citizens, was summoned by the Angel of death Tuesday morning. The funeral ws held Thursday morning at St. Mary's church and the remains were laid to rest in the Catholic cemetery.
Mr. Gager was born at Ste. Anne de Beaupre, Quebec, 74 years ago. He located at the Soo in 1854, and resided here continuously until his death. For the first two years of his residence here Mr. Gager acted as warehouse man for the Chippewa Portage company. In 1856 Mr. Gager embarked in the grocery business, which he continued in one place or another,until August 1896, when the building accupied by him on Water street was destroyed in the big fire. Mr. Gager who was fast growing feeble as a result of old age, then went to live with the family of the late John Cota, with whom he continued to reside until his demise. Mr. Gager acquired considerable property here. He leaves three brothers and two sisters, who reside in Quebec. Mr. Gager was never married ----
[] Lizzie Shawano, age 32 and daughter of Chief Shawano, died Friday of last week, at the home of her father on Sugar Island. On Saturday the remains were conveyed to the Soo in a canoe, followed by the relatives and friends in similar conveyances.
The funeral procession of canoes, as it came up the river, formed an interesting spectacle. At the head of Little Rapids the remains were taken charge of by Undertaker Ryan & Co., and conveyed to St. Mary's church, where funeral services were held. The remains were interred in the Catholic cemetery.
[] The funeral of Annie, the 17-year-old daughter of Emil Farnquist, of Neaseville, who died Friday of last week, of consumption, was held Sunday afternoon at the Baptist church, at Neaseville. The remains were interred in the city cemetery. The pallbearers were: Nellie Tregenza, Nora DeClare, Mamie Canio, Effie McLay, Mary McLay and Tim Coleman. Mr. Farnquist desires to thank his friends for the kind services in his bereavement.
[] Loretta, infant daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Albert J. Brown, who died Friday of last week, was buried Sunday at the Catholic cemetery. Funeral services were held at St. Mary's church.
[] Jessie H., the 7-months old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Isaac Miller, of Gros Cap avenue, who died Saturday, was buried Sunday at the Pine Grove cemetery.

Saturday, September 25, 1897 Part 1 Page 5
An Old Settler Passes Away
Richard McConkey, of Pickford who had been a resident of the county for 18 years, died at his farm Wednesday afternoon. A wife and seven children all of whom are of adult age, survive him. Mr. McConkey was an enterprising farmer, a good neighbour, and his demise is mourned by a wide circle of friends. The funeral will be held to-day.

Saturday, September 25, 1897 Part 1 Page 5
Drummond (Special Correspondence)
Most all the Indians, including Joseph Mezutug, from St. Ignace are dragging for the body of John Ozawomic, who was drowned last week. He has not been found yet.

Saturday, September 25, 1897 Part 1 Page 6
Mrs. A. M. Comb was called to Port Elgin, Ont., Wednesday, by the death of her brother, Walter George. Mr. George visited Mrs. Comb here about a month ago.

Saturday, October 2, 1897 Part 1 Page 1
Sad Fatality At St. Clair
Young Wife and Baby Burned to Death Wednesday
Louis Heythaler, the second-engineer of the City of New York, which discharged a cargo of hard coal at the Union dock this week, received telegraphic intelligence that his wife was seriously ill at St. Clair. Later it developed that his two- month-old babe had been burned to a crisp and his wife so severly burned that she died before he reached home. The sad case has the appearance of murder and suicide.----- Mr. and Mrs. Heythaler had been married but a year, and had lived happily together. The husband and wife had parted Sunday when M. Heythaler left for the Soo on his boat.

Saturday, October 2, 1897 Part 1 Page 2
Wolverine Waifs
Peter Pascoe, ex-state senator and judge of probate of Marquette county, died Monday, at the age of 66.

Saturday, October 2, 1897 Part 1 Page 2
Wolverine Waifs
Victor Anderson shot and killed his mother and himself at Whitedale near Manistique, Saturday.

Saturday, October 2, 1897 Part 1 Page 8
J. D. Beaudrie died last Tuesday and was buried Thursday morning from St. Mary's church. The remains were interred in the catholic cemetery on the hill.

Saturday, October 9, 1897 Page 1
DEATH OF JOHN B. LEMIEUX
Unexpectedly Summond to Cross the Dark River Thursday
The many friends and acquaintances of John Baptiste LeMieux were inexpressibly shocked by the news of his death, which occurred at his home at Neaseville at 8 o'clock Thursday morning, after an illness of but a few hours. The cause of death was cerebral apoplexy. Mr. LeMieux had been apparently in good health until stricken Tuesday evening by his fatal malady, and but few of his friends were aware of his illness. Although Mr. Le Mieux was 74 years of age he did not appear to be older than 60, and was hale and hearty. The deceased had been a resident of the city for several years coming here as manager for John Torrent, which position he filled for Mr. Ducey, the present owner of the mill, at the time of his death. -----He leaves a daughter and son, who lived with him, to mourn his demise. Funeral services were conducted by the Rev. C. P. Bates at the residence yesterday afternoon, after which the remains were taken to Muskegon, the former home of the deceased, for interment.

Saturday, October 9, 1897 Page 1
Sidney Somes' Death
The Fell From a Scoffield and Died Almott Immediately
Sidney Somes, a former resident of the Soo, but lately of Newberry, was killed last Saturday by falling from a scaffold while painting one of the new hospital buildings. The body of Mr. Somes was brought to the Soo Monday and was taken to the home of Mrs. Somes parents' Mr. and Mrs. R. H. Campbell, Easterday avenue, where the funeral was held in the afternoon. The remains were interred in the city cemetery.

Saturday, October 9, 1897 Page 1
Mrs. J. H. Ruehle is Dead
The many friends of Mrs. John H. Ruehle, who formerly resided here, will bee pained to learn that she died Wednesday at Detroit, while undergoing a surgical operationl Mrs. Ruehle had been an invalid for years. The funeral was held yesterday and was conducted by the Rev. C. M. Thompson.

Saturday, October 9, 1897 Page 1
Death of Daniel Doran
Daniel Doran, one of the county's well known farmers, died at his home in Soo township Thursday morning, of Bright's disease. He leaves a wife and children. Mr. Doran has been a resident of Chippewa county for many years, and his demise is deplored by many. The funeral will take place from St. Mary's church at 10 o'clock, this morning.

Saturday, October 9, 1897 Page 5
The infant daughter of Mr. and Mrs. W. W. Wallace, of Minneapolis street, died Tuesday of cholera infantum, and was buried Thursday.

Saturday, October 9, 1897 Page 5
One of the twin baby boys of Mr. and Mrs. John Quinn died Wednesday evening of cholera infantum. The other baby is quiet ill.

Saturday, October 9, 1897 Page 6
An infant son of Mr. and Mrs. Thos. E. King died Sunday afternoon of cholera infantum. The funeral was held Monday and the remains were interred in the city cemetery.

Saturday, October 23, 1897 Page 1
Died of Blood Poisoning
James Roberts Expires on a Train Enroute to His Home Here
James Roberts, a resident of the Soo, died on a train near Brimley, Thursday evening, where en route from Grand Marais to this city. Death was caused by blood-poisoning, resulting from a wound in Mr. Robert's knee, which he cut with an axe some weeks ago while working in a lumber camp, near Grand Marais. His brother Charles was with him at the time of his death. On the arrival of the train the body was taken charge off by Ryan & Co., and prepared for burial. The deceased was 24 years old. He was formerly in business here in the firm of Lane & Roberts and was well known. Among relatives who reside here are two brothers Charles and Isaac, and a sister, Mrs. Alex. Roberts. The funeral will be held at the Central M. E. church this afternoon, and the remains will be interred in the city cemetery.

Saturday, October 23, 1897 Page 2
Met Sudden Death
H. C. Morrison was accidently shot in the back, Saturday afternoon,about 4 o'clock, on a trail near the Munoscong river, and expired within three minutes afterwards. The dead man with Wm. Hartford and Hugh Ross, both of this city, left Thursday for a week's duck hunt on the Munoscong. The reached the river Friday night. The next morning they went up the river for supplies hunting en route. They got provisions at the home of a settler and after dinner started out to return to their camp near the mouth of the stream. When the accident occurred the three men were walking single file on a trail, Hartford being in the lead, Morrison following him and Ross being about 12 feet behind the latter. The men were gaily chatting when the casualty occurred which snuffed the life out of one of their number in almost the twinkling of an eye. Morrison was going through a thicket which had grown up in the trail. He parted the bushes with one had and turning his head said, "Look out, Hugh" evidently intending to warn him that the bushes were about to fly back. Ross who had been carrying his gun on his shoulder, thereupon took it down and carried it with one hand, the muzzle pointing in front of him. The change had hardly been made when the gun went off, pouring a deadly charge of buckshot into Morrison's back. The wounded man groaned and staggered and fell to the earth. He did not utter a word. Death was almost instantaneous. ------------- Morrison left a wife and daughter in straightened circumstances.
Mr. Morrison who had resided in the Soo for almost four years, was 40 years old and a native of Ireland. The funeral was conducted by the Rev. F. Bagnall, at the Congregational church, Tuesday and the remains were interred in the city cemetery.

Saturday, October 23, 1897 Page 8
Death of F. M. Van Liew's Father
Evander S. Van Liew, a well known resident of Bay City, died Friday of last week. The deceased was the father of F. M. Van Liew, a salesman of the Ferguson Hardware, Co. Ltd. who has been laid up with rheumatism for several weeks in a hospital at St. Louis, Mich.

Saturday, November 13, 1897 Page 1
Another Pioneer Gone
Death of Mrs. Catherine Day Last Monday Evening
Mrs. Catherine Day, a pioneer of the Soo died Monday evening at her home on Spruce avenue west at the age of 70 years. The funeral was held at St. Mary's church Thursday morning, and the remains were laid to rest in the Catholic cemetery, ---- Seven children are left to mourn the loss of a loving mother. The are: Mrs. Jacob Yeager, of Lead City, S. D.; Mrs. John Burtenshaw, of Woonsocket, R. I.; Mrs Louis G. Bernier, Mrs. Wm. Thomas, and Miss Jennie, Alexander and Henry Day, of this city.

Saturday, November 13, 1897 Page 4
Wolverine Waifs
Michael Carlson, a swithchman, was run over and killed by the cars at Escanaba last week.

Saturday, November 13, 1897 Page 8
Mrs. Isaiah Faulkner, who resided on the McKnight road, died Saturday of Bright's disease. The remains were shipped to her home in Callan, Ont., Monday morning.

Saturday, November 20, 1897 Page 4
Wolverine Waifs
The wife of George C. Newett, mineral statistician of Michigan and editor of the Iron Ore, of Ispeming, died Nov. 12 of appendicitus. She was 41 years of age and is survived by her husband and five children.

Saturday, November 20, 1897 Page 5
John C. Ennis, brother of Dr. C. J. Ennis, of this city, died last month at his home in Dublin, Ireland. Mr. Ennis was a solution and one of the most highly respected citizens of that place.

Saturday, November 20, 1897 Page 5
Mrs. Agnes Johnston departed Thursday for West Superior where she will be united in marriage next Monday with Albert E. Donaldson, of St. Paul, who was a resident of the Soo some years ago.

Saturday, November 20, 1897 Page 5
The Death Record
A number of prominent residents Summoned to the Great Beyond
John Muir, who has for some years, been living with his daughter, Mrs. James House, near Rosedale, received the summons of death Tuesdaay evening without warning, and in a few moments passed away peacefully and without a struggle. Mrs. Muir was born in Lannington, Lanarkshire, Scotland, Nov. 15, 1819, which makes his age 78 years and a day. He came to Canada at 30 years of age, settling at Thornhill, near Toronto where he remained 24 years. Then he moved to St. Vincent, near Meaford, Ont., and after 18 years came to Michigan six years ago. He was married to Eliza McAleer, whom he survived only since the 18^th of March last. His only child was Mrs. House, who survives him. He was a member of the Presbyterian church in Canada, but did not unite with the church here. Until about three years ago he enjoyed the best of health. The funeral services, which were well attended by friends and neighbours, were conducted by Rev. J. K. MacGillivray, pastor at large, at Mount Zion church, on Thursday afternoon, and the remains were interred in the Rosedale cemetery.
[] Joseph A. Greenough died Tuesday evening at the home of his parents on Spruce avenue, east, of consumption. The deceased was the eldest son of Capt. and Mrs. Wm. Greenough. He was 29 years of age. The funeral occurred yesterday morning at 10 o'clock, from St. Mary's church, and the remains were laid to rest in the family lot in the Catholic cemetery.-----------
[] J. D. Lewis, proprietor of the depot lunch counter, died early Sunday morning, of paralysis. The funeral which was under the auspices of the Soo Rapids Camp, No. 20, Woodman of the World, took pace at the Central M. E. church Monday afternoon. The Rev. A. W. Stalker officiated. The remains were shipped to Octavias, Neb., for interment and were accompanied by the sorrowing wife. Mr. Lewis, who had been a resident of the Soo for about two years, was a highly respected citizen.----

Saturday, November 20, 1897 Page 7
Elm Grove (Special Correspondence)
Mrs. Isaiah Fauner died last Saturday night. She was the oldest daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Lundy. Husband and parents have the sympathy of friends and neighbours. The remains were taken for interment to Sand Hill, Ontario, her home previous to moving here. Mr. Fauner and Mr and Mrs. Lundy desire to thank the many friends for their attention during their bereavement.
[] M. Synegar and Mrs. Gilvroy were joined in the holy bonds of Matrimony last Wednesday evening. We all joined in wishing them a happy future. The young men say the enjoyed the charivaire.

Saturday, November 27, 1897 Page 1
Death of Alfred Thurlby
It Occurred at His Home in Marquette Monday
Soo friends of Capt. Alfred Thurlby of Marquette, were shocked this week by the intelligence of his death, which occurred Monday at his home in Marquette. The funeral was held Wednesday. Capt. Thurlby was a veteran of the civil war, and was known to many people here.--------

Saturday, November 27, 1897 Page 1
Death of Mrs. John Corrigan
Mrs. John Corriagan died Thursday morning at 8:20 o'clock at her residence, on Cedar street, of Bright's disease, after an illness of three years. The deceased was 35 years of age and leaves a husband and two children. The funeral took place at 9 o'clock this morning from St. Mary's church and the remains were interred in the Catholic cemetery. ------------------

Saturday, December 4, 1897 Page 8
Mr. and Mrs. John Ten Eyck, jr., mourn the loss of their infant son, Clinton, who died Sunday evening. The funeral which occurred Tuesday, was conducted by the Rev. T. R. Easterday. The remains were interred in the city cemetery.

Saturday, December 11, 1897 Page 1
Death of Mrs. T. N. Rogers
Her Spirit Winged Its Flight to Realms Above Last Evening.
The many friends of Mrs. T. N. Rogers will be expressibly grieved to learn of her death, which occurred at 8:30 o'clock last night, at the family residence, at the corner of Spruce avenue and Kimball street. Mrs. Rogers was the wife of Dr. T. N. Rogers and the daughter of the Rev. and Mrs. T. R. Easterday. She was born in this city, on Portage avenue east, 32 years ago this month. --------Mrs. Rogers was united in marriage Oct 21, 1891, and from the union three children were born, two of whom, both boys, survive. Mrs. Rogers suffered an attack of spinal meningitis about 20 years ago, since which time she has been more or less of an invalid, but her sufferings were born uncomplaining. -----------

Saturday, December 11, 1897 Page 1
Death of Dora Leora Newcomb After a Brief Illness
Dora Leora, the 14-year old daughter of Mrs. Wm. Newcomb, passed peacefully into eternal sleep Tuesday morning at 3 o'clock, after a fortnight's illness. Typhoid fever and complications were the cause of death, which was not expected to ensue until within a brief time before it intervened, ------The funeral was from the family home Wednesday morning ---- The services was conducted by Rev. C. P. Bates, who was assisted by Rev. J. E. Bitting.-------The remains were laid to rest in Riverside cemetery.

Saturday, December 11, 1897 Page 1
Called by Death Angel
Viola, the infant daughter of Mr. and Mrs. J. T. Beaudry, was called away by the angel of death, Tuesday morning, at the home of her parents on the Hay Lake road. The funeral was held at St. Mary's church Wednesday and the remains were interred in the Catholic cemetery.

Saturday, December 11, 1897 Page 2
Drummond (Special Correspondence)
Joseph St. Germain died Saturday, Nov. 27 at 2 o'clock a.m. Joe as he was familiarly called, was a repesentitive Indian. His father was one of the old time "medicine men" or conjurors, but Joe, early in his life adopted the white man's ways and was a white man to all intents and a good citizen. Your correspondent was well acquainted with the older St. Germain and was a chum of Joe's in many a trip exploring and hunting for game and gold. When the Rev. Mr. Fitch was Indian agent we were appointed patrol to prevent the introduction of whiskey at the payments, which for a few years at that time were held on Sugar Island at Church's Landing, and we were both present at the council when Mr. Fitch confirmed the title to the little Island in the Soo rapids to the lod Chief Shaw-wa-no.

Saturday, December 11, 1897 Page 4
Wolverine Waifs
C. L. Smyth, of the Cheboygan News mourns the loss of his beloved mother, Mrs. Cecelia Smyth, who died last week at the ripe old age of nearly 75 years. Mr. Smyth has the sympathy of his many newspaper and other friends throughout the state.

Saturday, December 11, 1897 Page 4
Wolverine Waifs
Arthur Gaudette, a switchman, was runover and killed by the cars at Gladstone last week.

Saturday, December 11, 1897 Page 8
Death of Malcolm MacKay
An Aged and Respected Resident Called to the Great Beyond
Malcolm MacKay, who died at the ripe old age of 75 years, Wednesday, at the residence of his son-in-law, Jas. C. Hardie, was buried yesterday in Evergreen cemetery. The services were conducted at the residence by Rev. C. P. Bates, the pastor, and Rev. J. K. MacGillivray, a former pastor and intimate friend of the deceased. Mr. McKay was a native of Lewis, Scotland, and emigrated to Canada in 1852, settling in the county of Bruce, where he remained until he moved to Tarbutt, Algoma, in 1894, and later to this city. He belonged to the Presbyterian church of which he was a life long, consistent member, representing the old Highland Scotch type of faith and practice. ----------- His wife and eleven children survive him. His children are Mrs. J. Law and Mrs. A. H. Muir, Chicago: Mrs. James C. Hardie, Mrs. D. O. McLellan and Mrs. Ed. Stack, of this city; also Mary Belle, Rachel, John C., Murdock M., an Malcolm, the latter three living in Buffalo, N. Y.

Saturday, December 18, 1897 Page 5
Mrs. Maria Atkins, an Old Resident, Passed Away Monday
Mrs. Maria Atkins died at 8 o'clock Monday evening, of heart failure, after a lingering illness. Mrs. Atkins was 70 years of age at the time of her death and had been a resident of Chippewa county 22 years, 12 of wich she spent in the city. ------ ---Mrs. Atkins left six children, Mrs. A. Bamstead, Meaford, Ont., Robert, Owen Sound; Charles, Duluth; Mrs. Alex Ross and Henry and John Atkins, of this city. The funeral took place from the Central M. E. church Wednesday morning under the auspices of the Ivy Lodge.---- The services were conducted by Rev. A. W. Stalker assisted by Rev. David Casler, of the Rosedale M. E. church. The internment was in Mount Zion cemetery.

Saturday, December 18, 1897 Page 5
The funeral service of the late Mrs. T. N. Rogers took place at the family home Sunday afternoon at 2 o'clock, and were conducted by Rev. A. W. Stalker, of the Central M. E. church. ----------- The cortage which followed the remains to their resting place in the city cemetery was a large one.
Death of Mrs. Mary Lessard
Mrs. Mar Lessard, aged 64, died Monday afternoon at the home of her son, Jerry Lessard, on Portage avenue. The funeral took place Wednesday afternoon at St. Mary's church and the remains were interred in the Catholic cemetery. Mrs. Lessard had resided in this city as follows: Mrs. Daniel Marten, Mrs. Zoe Payment, Mrs. Louis Beaudrie, Mrs. Trembley, Eli, Frank and Jennie Lessard.

Saturday, December 18, 1897 Page 6
Francis E. Prendergast, who will be remembered by many Sooites died at his home in Redlands, Cal, Dec 7, at the age of 56 years.

Saturday, December 18, 1897 Page 6
Tone (Special Correspondence)
James Curry, died Monday night, at his home, of consumption; after a long illness

Saturday, December 18, 1897 Page 7
Mrs. George Morris, of Dafter, died Monday morning at her home of heart failure. Mrs. Morris was in the city the latter part of last week and her death was entirely unexpected. She was the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Henry McNabb, well known residents of the county, and a most estimated woman. The funeral was held Wednesday morning and was largely attended.

Saturday, December 25, 1897 Page 1
Drowned At Bachewaung
Frank Gerum Met Death While Crossing The Bay
Frank Gerum whose home is near North Bay, Ont., was drowned Sunday while crossing on the ice in Bachewaung bay. Gerum was in the employ of the Niagara Falls Paper Co. at its pulp camps back of Bachewaung, and when the accident occurred was on his way to the Canadian Sault, where he was to have been united in marriage to Miss Holmberg, of that city, Wednesday. The body was recovered and conveyed to the Sault Thursday.

Saturday, December 25, 1897 Page 6
Mr. and Mrs. John J. Moore lost their infant child by death Wednesday. The funeral occurred Thursday.

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