Charley King, of Culbertson, and Miss Blanch Benedict were married at the home of the bride’s parents, H.C. Benedict and wife of Culbertson precinct, yesterday afternoon. Congratulations and best wishes are extended by this paper to the worthy young couple. -Trenton Register, Jan 7th. Friday 7 January 1898

Miss Maggie Fraley and Mr. Geo. Cooley were married by Rev. E. White, on Dec. 23rd, at his home. The young couple have the good wishes of all. Friday 7 January 1898

Harry P. Hodgkin and Miss Jessie E. Stephens were married at the home of the bride’s parents on Wednesday evening, December 29th, by Rev. E.J. Vivian. The happy couple arrived here on Thursday afternoon, and the Inter-Ocean unites with their many fiends in wishing them true happiness and success in the journey of life. Friday 7 January 1898

Garver-Koebel-Wednesday afternoon, January 19, 1898, Miss Nora Garver and Robert Koebel, were married at the home of the bride’s parents near Republican City, Nebraska, Rev. A.G. Forman of Naponee, officiating. The wedding ceremonies were witnessed by a large number of friends of both young people, and was a very pleasant one. After the ceremony the guest were ushered into the dining room and seated at tables, loaded with everything, almost one could wish for. The guests entered into the occasion with a spirit that added to the happiness of the event, and it will long be remembered by those who were present as one of the most enjoyable affairs it had been their good fortune to attend. The bride is a stranger to The Republican, but is undoubtedly an excellent young lady. The groom is well known in this city, having been in the employ of the Burlington road here for several years before going to Republican, where he is a fireman on the branch, running out of there. The happy couple have the best wishes of a host of his friends in this city for their future happiness and prosperity. The young couple left Thursday evening for Cheyenne and Denver, and will visit in McCook on their way home. Friday 21 January 1898

Happily Married-Saturday evening at the home of the bride at the Union hotel, occurred the marriage of Claude Alexander and Georgietta Wirt, the ceremony being performed by the Rev. Isham, in the presence of relatives and a few intimate friends. Both contracting parties have lived in Hastings since childhood and many friends who wish them naught but joy in their new relation. Many handsome presents were received from friends. They will leave soon for Georgia, where the groom’s step-mother resides, where Claude will go into business.-Hastings Democrat Friday 4 February 1898

Edward Stull of Curtis and Miss Ester Izone Joslin of Bartley were married at the home of the bride’s father, Tuesday, January 25, by Squire C.W. Hodgkin. The cold storm prevented several from being present, but the happy couple received a number of nice presents. They left on Thursday and will begin housekeeping on a farm near Curtis. We unite with their many friends in wishing them true happiness and true success in life’s journey. Friday 4 February 1898

Joined in Marriage-Two of McCook’s Popular Young Society People Wedded-Ballew-Beach-Wednesday, February 16, 1898, at noon, Miss Vica Ballew and Dr. Samuel C. Beach were married in St. Alban’s Episcopal church in this city, Arch-Deacon E.P. Chittenden and Rev. Howard Stove officiating, Miss Maude Burgess acting as bridesmaid and Mr. John M. Stanahan as groomsman. Mrs. W.B. Mills played the wedding march as the bridal party marched to the altar. The altar was decorated with flowers and foliage plants. The beautiful Episcopal marriage service impressed the audience. In the evening the members of the church tendered a reception to the young couple at which a number of invited guest were present. An excellent lunch was served and the evening passed pleasantly. The bride is well known to almost all citizens of McCook having been here some time making her home with her brothers and is an estimable young lady. The groom came here about a year ago and is building up an excellent practice as a physician. They went to housekeeping at once in rooms over Leach’s jewelry store. The happy couple have the best wishes of many friends among whom The Republican is numbered. Friday 18 February 1898

Thomas Demmit and Miss Betsey Plumb, both of this place, were married in the parlor of the St. James hotel, at Oberlin, Kansas, January 31, 1898, the Rev. E.B. Boggess officiating. These young people are well known to the people of this community. The groom came here several years ago, and has achieved good success, being engaged at the present time at the Hamburg school. The bride has lived most of her life in this community and follows the same profession as the groom. A host of friends join with the Topics in wishing these deserving young people success in life. Friday 18 February 1898

Burns-Dragoo-A very pleasant home wedding occurred at the residence of W.P. Burns on Ash Creek, Bondville precinct, Wednesday, February 23, 1898, at which time their daughter, Miss Hattie, was joined in marriage to Samuel C. Dragoo, Judge G.S. Bishop officiating. After the ceremony the guests were invited to partake of an excellent and bounteous dinner prepared by the bride’s mother. Both young people are well known in that vicinity and are highly esteemed. They received many useful and beautiful presents. They start out in their new life with the best wishes of all who know them that their future may be bright and successful. Friday 25 February 1898

Sanborn-Watson-Tuesday evening, February 22, 1898, Miss Grace E. Sanborn and Lewis S. Watson were married at the home of the bride’s parents in this city by Rev. George Scott. The bride is the daughter of Engineer J.E. Sanborn and grew from childhood to womanhood in this city, and is highly esteemed. The groom is in the employ of the B & M railroad as brakeman and has been running out of here the past few years. The happy couple have the best wishes of a host of friends for a happy and prosperous future. Mr. and Mrs. Sanborn left Wednesday morning for a trip to La Fayette, Indiana, to visit the groom’s friends. Friday 25 February 1898

Monday Judge Bishop joined in marriage Miss Jessie Murray and Michael S. O’Leary. Both young people are well known in this city, and their friends wish them a happy and prosperous future. Friday 18 March 1898

Married, by Probate Judge Redman at his office on July 27, Samuel Weaver and Mrs. Nancy E. Morsi. Mr. Weaver is quite well known here having lived south of town for several years. His wife comes from Neosho Falls, Kansas, where they expect to make their home next year. Friday 13 May 1898

Married-May 29, 1898, at 4 p.m. at the home of the bride’s parents, Charles Dutcher and Miss Lillie Miller of the Willow. We all unite in wishing them a long and happy life. Friday 3 June 1898

Shepherd-Biggs-Last Saturday morning, June 4, 1898 at 10 o’clock, Miss Grace L. Shepherd and Isaac N. Biggs were married at the home of the bride’s parents, John Shepherd and wife of this city, Rev. T.L. Ketman officiating. The groom was a resident of this city from 1891 to 1893, going from here to Nebraska City, He is one of the owners of the Boreas gold and silver mining company of Summit county, Colorado, and he has been living in that place for sometime. The bride is well and favorably known here, having lived in this city since she was a small child and is an estimate young lady. The best wishes of many friends are extended to the happy couple. The groom left for Colorado Tuesday and the newly married couple will take up their residence in Colorado City in a short time. Friday 10 June 1898

Hill-Amen-Tuesday evening, June 14, 1898, a quiet home wedding took place at the home of the bride, uniting Miss Jane Hill and Herbert Aman in marriage, Rev. J.M. Bell officiating. One a few friends were present to witness the ceremony. The happy couple have best wishes of a host of friends for their future happiness and prosperity, among whom is The Republican. Friday 17 June 1898

Henry Stephens and Blanche Cummings, two of Beaver Valley’s noblest young people were married Thursday evening, June 2, at the home of the bride’s parents, Mr. and Ms. J.B. Cummings. A number of relatives and intimate friends were invited and the occasion was a joyous one. At l o’clock the appointed hour, the bridal party entered the parlor, preceded by the minister, and followed by little Myrtle Hunter and Mabel Whitaker, who carried the flowers and stood with the wedding party during the ceremony. The bride was attired in a perfect fitting costume of white silk, trimmed with ribbon and chiffon. The groom wore the conventional black. After the couple had taken their places, the Rev. Crago of Indianola began the service which, though short, was a impressive one. After hearty congratulations all enjoyed the sumptuous supper awaiting them, which none know better how to prepare than Mrs. Cumming. Friday 17 June 1898

Miss Myrtle Mann left Indianola Saturday for Lincoln, where on Sunday June 19, she will be united in marriage to William Thomas, a former resident of this county. Friday 24 June 1898

Hill-Rowland-Wednesday evening, July 27, 1898, Miss Anna Hill and George H. Rowland were married at the home of M.C. Maxwell, just south of town, Rev. J.A. Badcon officiating. The ceremony was witnessed by quite a number of friends of the contracting couple. After which a very pleasant time was enjoyed by all present. Both young people are well known in this city and the west end of the county. Their many friends extend to them their best wishes for a happy and prosperous future. The Republican joins in congratulations and good wishes. Friday 29 July 1898

Harry L. Brown, of the Semi Weekly Tribune, of La Junta, Colorado, reached Indianola on Sunday morning and was married to Miss I. Mae Hobbs on Tuesday. The happy couple spent Wednesday and Thursday receiving the congratulations of friends and left in the evening for La Junta, their future home. Many friends wish them true happiness and success. Friday 17 October 1898

O.W. DeWald, foreman of the Trenton Register, well known in this city where he worked at one time, was married yesterday to Miss Alice Jones, daughter of Sheriff Jones of Hitchcock county at the home of her parents in Trenton, Rev. J.A. Badcon, of McCook, officiating. The best wishes of The Republican are extended to the happy couple for future success and happiness. Friday 21 October 1898

Married-Mr. Charles Wishon and Mary E. Cochran, both of Danbury, were married October 23, by Probate Judge Redman, at his residence in Oberlin, Kansas. The News extends good wishes. Friday 11 November 1898

Married-At the home of Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Coleman of this township, their daughter, Gertrude A. to Berton H. Wales, Nov. 2nd, at 6 p.m. The ceremony was performed by Rev. Mayfield of Culbertson, in the presence of over sixty of the relatives and friends of the couple who heartily wishes they young people all this world affords, and a home in the realms of eternal bliss when this life is ended. The guests attested their sincere friendship and well wishes by presenting these estimable young people a large number of valuable and useful presents. When the ceremony was over and well wishes and congratulations extended, the guests sat down to a sumptuous supper, fit for kings and queens. Miss Gertrude came here with her parents in 1881, and the family were the only residence of this township for several years. She has lived here since, except three years she was in California. She took a homestead and lived on it seven years. It was contested five times but she beat all of them proved up and got a patent for the land and still holds it clear and has 135 acres of it in cultivation. She also owns a house and lot in McCook. Berton H. Wales came here with his parents in Feb. 1893 and has lived here since. He became of age in 95 and went to work for himself after harvest. He now owns three good horses, wagon and harness, a nice buggy, farm implements, a lot of wheat 80 acres of corn and has 80 acres of small grain in. Berton is an industrious, exemplary Christian young man. Friday 11 November 1898

Perry-Stranahan-A very pretty home wedding took place at the residence of Mr. and Mrs. W.S. Perry, 703 Madison street, Wednesday evening, November 16, 1898 at 8 o’clock at which time their daughter, Mabel C. was united in marriage to John M. Stranahn, Rev. W.J. Turner officiating. Miss Lulu Beardslee and Thomas E. McCarl acting as bridesmaid and groomsman. The wedding march was played by Mrs. W.B. Mills as the party came into the room and took their places. Only the intimate friends of the contracting parties were invited. After the ceremony an elegant supper was served to the guests and the evening passed pleasantly with music and bright conversation. The young couple received many beautiful and useful present. Both young people are well and favorably known here and are members of McCook’s best society. The bride has lived here most of her life and is one of the most popular as well as among the most beautiful young ladies in the city. The groom has been a resident of the city for several years, and is a jeweler and engraver of more than ordinary ability. He was in the employ of H.P. Sutton until a short time ago when he entered the employ of the B & M railway company in the train service. He is very popular with all who know him and a young man of exemplary habits. A host of friends extend congratulations to the happy young couple, with whom The Republican joins its most hearty good wishes for a happy and prosperous future. They begin housekeeping at once at 701 Madison street, which the groom had nicely furnished ready for his bride, and where they will be at home to their friends after November 23rd. Friday 18 November 1898

Married-On Sunday, Nov. 27, at 2 o’clock p.m. at the bride’s home Rev. E. White officiating. H.I. Peterson to Miss Nora Fowler, in the presence of a small company of relatives and friends. The contracting parties are well and favorably known here, Miss Fowler being the daughter of Geo. Fowler and has spent the most of her life in Red Willow Co., Mr. Peterson is a prosperous farmer of Grant precinct. The best wishes and highest respects of the community are extended to them in wishing them a long and happy union. Friday 2 December 1898

Nicholas Flury died last Sunday and was buried Tuesday in the Tyrone cemetery. There was a large concourse of friends at the funeral services, which was preached by Rev. Bayton of Cambridge. The deceased was a good citizen, a kind neighbor and a consistent Christian. Friday 21 January 1898

Death of an Old Resident-Mrs. Margaret Barney Short, wife of J.M. Short, died at her home in Indianola Saturday, Feb. 19, 1898, aged 73 years and 6 months. "Grandma" Short was well known throughout this and adjoining counties and her death will be learned with sorrow by many all over this part of the state. She leaves a husband and a large family to mourn her demise. The funeral services were held Monday, Rev. J.A. Badcon of this city officiating. Friday 25 February 1898

Death of P. Bonnot-Pierre Bonnot died at the home of his son, Alfred P. Bonnot, Tuesday, March 1, 1898, at 8:45 a.m. of pneumonia. The deceased was born in Alsace, France, January 23, 1821, and came to this county when quite young, located at Utica, New York, where he learned the wagon makers trade which he followed until about ten years ago. In 1857 he was married to Mrs. Felice Mass in Chicago, afterwards living in Black River Falls, Augusta and Greenwood, Wisconsin, moving from the latter place to this city about ten years ago. His wife died about a year after moving here. He leaves three children, Mrs. J. R. Phelan (nee Adele Mass), Mrs. John McGath of Wisconsin, and Alfred P. of this city. The funeral services were held in St. Patrick’s church yesterday afternoon at 2 o’clock, Rev. Father Hickey officiating, and was attended by a large number of friends. The coffin was covered with a pillow, cross and a wreath of flowers besides many handsome cut flowers from friends of the family. During the ceremony Mrs. McKenna sang the beautiful hymn, "Lead Kindly Light" as a solo. The services were simple and short but impressive. The pall bearers were James McAdams, John Schmidt, H. Barbazette, M.A. Spaulding, Geo. Elbert and M.J. Clark. His remains were followed to their last resting place by many friends. His family have the heartfelt sympathy of the community in their sorrow. Friday 4 March 1898

Died at her home in this precinct, Mrs. Henrietta Ely Dodge, wife of Sidney Dodge. at 9 o’clock p.m., February 24, she was taken very suddenly with a severe attack of acute pleura pneumonia and breathed her last on February 26, 1898, at 6:30 o’clock, being sick only forty-five hours. She was unconscious almost from the first and was unable to speak or recognize her friends. The deceased was aged 62 years, 7 months and 25 days, was born July 1, 1835, in Northumberland county, Pennsylvania, moved with her parents to the state of Ohio when quite young, was joined in wedlock to Sidney Dodge in Ohio January 1, 1862., from which marriage was born two sons, Joseph E. and Arthur S., who still survive her. She moved with her family to this county in 1882 and was a member of the M.E. church for years. After moving to this county she united with the U.B. church of which she was a member at the time of her death. She will never be forgotten by her relatives and friends as she was a kind and loving mother and affectionate companion and a strong helper among her friends and neighbors. The funeral services were conducted last Sunday at 3 p.m. at the Pleasant Prairie school house by Rev. E. White, where a large number of friends were gathered to witness her last sad rites. The remains were interred in the Gerver cemetery. The husband and sons have the deepest sympathy of the entire community in their sad bereavement. Friday 4 March 1898

Death of Mrs. Simpson-Sunday, March 13, 1898, Mrs. Sallie Maria Holdrige Simpson, died at the home of her son, Rexford Simpson, of Driftwood precinct, of pneumonia. The deceased was born in Smithville, Chenango county, New York, October 16, 1822. She was married to Henry B. Simpson March 23, 1845. The union was blessed by four children, three of whom, Richard W. of Chicago, Rexford of this county and Mrs. Roxana Terwilliger of Sac county, Iowa, survive her. She died trusting in the Savior, whom she had found precious to her soul all along the journey of life having become a sincere Christian in 1856. The services were held at the home of her son, Rev. Geo. V. Sheafor, of this city, officiating. The community sympathize with the sorrowing family in their bereavement. Friday 18 March 1898

Obituary-David Keithley was born in the state of Pennsylvania, March 3, 1833, and died at his home in South McCook Sunday, March 14, 1898, of heart failure. Mr. Keithly was taken away very suddenly, only living about one hour from the time he was first taken sick. He was married to Miss Martha Francis, August 23, 1855. Of this union nine children were born of whom four are living; Mrs. A.C. Foote of Lincoln, Mrs. A. Barnhart of Cambridge, Mrs. Laura Barnhart of New Mexico and Arthur who lives with his parents, all being present at the father’s funeral except the one living in New Mexico. The deceased was a member of the South McCook M.E. church, although he had taken his letter from the church some time ago, thinking he would not return to Nebraska, and desires of living identified with the people of God wherever he should be, but after a short trip to Mexico he retuned to his old home in Nebraska. Comrade Keithley was a member of Co. A 64th Illinois regiment and participated in some of the hardest fought battles of the war. It was our privilege to read the testimony of his officers of the high esteem in which he was held in camp and upon the battle field. He did his duty as a defender of his country and the flag he loved so well. The funeral services were held from the South McCook M.E. church under the auspices of J.K. Barnes Post and the Ladies of the G.A.R. The sermon was delivered by Comrade H.H. Berry, assisted by Comrade J.. Bell, after which his body was borne to the hearse by his old comrades and interred in Longview cemetery according to the ritual of the Grand Army of the Republic. We laid his body to rest until God shall call the sleeping dust to arise. H.H.B. Friday 24 March 1898

Sudden Death-Saturday the sad news of the death of their daughter, Mary, was received by a telegram from Denver, by N. Ploussard and wife, who live four miles southeast of town. The deceased Mary Ploussard, was 23 years of age. She had been employed in Denver for the past year and last week wrote to her parents that she would come home for a visit, as she was not feeling well. She gave up her employment and was spending a few days with her friend, Anna Hesterworth, there before starting for home. On Saturday morning she complained of feeling worse than usual, especially of pain in one of her arms, and asked Anna to rub it as it felt numb. While her arm was being rubbed by her friend she sank back into a chair and died almost immediately. Word was telegraphed at once to her parents who had her body expressed here that day. The funeral services were held in St. Patrick’s church Sunday afternoon at 3 o’clock, Rev. Father Hickey, officiating, and her remains interred in Cavalry cemetery in this city. The sudden death of this estimable young lady was a great shock to the family and her many friends, and the heartfelt sympathy of the entire community is extended to the bereaved family in their affliction. Friday 1 April 1898

Maggie, daughter of James Ryan and wife, died Wednesday afternoon of pneumonia after a short illness. The little one contracted a cold and the usual remedies were applied. Wednesday morning she became worse and her father went to town for some medicine. Shortly after he left the child became worse and word was sent him to bring the doctor. They stated out and was me on the road and told that the little one had died. The afflicted family have the heartfelt sympathy of the community in their sorrow. Friday 29 April 1898

Death of Wm. W. Fisher-William W. Fisher died at his home in Wauneta, Nebraska, Tuesday, May 10, 1898, after an illness of several weeks, aged 74 years. Mr. Fisher was born in Vermont but had been a resident of this county many years, living on what is now known as the Hatfield ranch and then in this city before moving to his ranch at Wauneta several years ago. He had been sick for several weeks past, gradually failing until death relieved him and brought rest to a busy, but happy and generous life. The deceased was an exemplary man, a fond, true, loving husband, father, friend and neighbor, one who will be missed almost as much in this community as in his home. He leaves a widow and five children to mourn his death, besides many friends where ever he was known. Mr. Fisher was a member of the Masonic order for over forty years. His remains were bought to this city and the funeral services were held in the Congregational church yesterday afternoon at 3 o’clock under the auspices of the Masonic fraternity. Rev. J.W. Turner officiating. The sincere sympathy of a host of friends and neighbors is extended to the bereaved family. Friday 13 May 1898

Obituaries-Mrs. J.A. Badcon-Mariam P. Trenchard was born at Wellington, Somersetshire, England, June 14, 1846, died at McCook, Nebraska, May 18, 1898. At the age of 17 years she graduated in the high schools of Wellington. She was converted and united with the Wesleyan Methodist church at the age of 18 of which she was an active and consistent member until coming to America where she, with her husband, united with the M.E. church. She was married to Rev. J.A. Badcon, October 29, 1868. Of this union five children were born, one daughter and four sons. The daughter died in England. The husband and four sons survive to mourn the loss of a devoted wife and mother. All except the son Arthur being at her bedside when she died, Arthur being detained by sickness. She with her husband came to America in 1875, when her husband accepted work in one of the Ohio conferences. In 1880 they removed to the Nebraska conference and in 1883 came to the West Nebraska conference. In the death of Sister Badcon the churches of McCook of all denominations have lost a true friend, for although she had identified herself with the M.E. church her hand, her heart and her prayer was given in the interest of God’s people of whatever name or condition, hence it is not our loss, but the cause of Christ in McCook has lost a true and tireless worker. The greater part of her life had been spent as the wife of an itinerant preacher and in all its trials and privations, she was always cheerful, thus giving strength and helpfulness to her husband in his chosen work. A few days before her death and almost her last words to him were "Continue to preach the Gospel.:" The funeral services were held in the M.E. church, the sermon being preached by Dr. P.C. Johnson, assisted by Elders C.A. Hale of Holdrege, T.H. Dry of Bloomington and W.J. Turner of the Congregational church and the body was laid to rest in our beautiful Longview cemetery. Friday 27 May 1898

Nathaniel J. Latimer-Died-At the residence of his son in McCook, Nathaniel J. Latimer on Monday evening and was buried on Wednesday in Longview cemetery. Nathaniel J. Latimer was born in Robinson county, Tenn., January 25th, 1818, moved to Illinois and was there married to Jane B. Rutledge and then moved to Iowa. There he was converted and joined the United Brethren church. In 1876, they moved to Missouri and there united with the M.E. church. In 1897 came to Nebraska where he has lived a faithful Christian until death. To their union were born ten children, eight sons and two daughters, one son and one daughter dying in infancy, and one son in manhood. Two sons live in Lincoln county, both whom were present with their families at the funeral. One son and daughter live in this city, one in Iowa and two in Missouri. He leaves a wife, six children, twenty-four grandchildren and four great-grandchildren to mourn his loss. The funeral services were held at the residence of his son in this city. The sermon was preached by Rev. J.A. Badcon, pastor of the M.E. church. Friday 27 May 1898

Sad Accident-A sad accident occurred at Lebanon Sunday afternoon, when Henry Poole, aged 16 years, was shot by his 10 year old brother, Joe, from the effects of which he died two hours later. The boys had been laying on the bed upstairs when the younger one, Joe, got up, seized a shot gun supposed to be empty, raised the hammer and pointed it as his brother. Henry commanded him to let the hammer down and he started to do so, when it slipped and it is supposed exploded some powder on the tube which discharged the gun. The contents entered Henry’s leg above the knee, shattering the bone and mangling the flesh terribly. The loss of blood and the shock was too great and after two hours of intense suffering the spark of life went out. The funeral services were conducted by Rev. Roeise of this place, Monday and the remains were laid to rest in the Danbury cemetery.-Wilsonville Review Friday 17 June 1898

Died on the Train-James B. Roe died of consumption on the east bound passenger from Denver, at Wray, Colorado, Monday. His body was brought here and taken to Pade & Son’s undertaking rooms, where it was embalmed and prepared for shipment. His friends in Milan, Missouri, were notified, and the body forwarded Wednesday. Friday 1 July 1898

Obituary-Mrs. Susan Lyon died Tuesday, July 14, 1898, at the home of her son, H.H. Pickens, four miles east of this city. The deceased was born in Harrison county, West Virginia, February 7, 1818. She moved with her parents to Illinois in 1836. For the last eight years she has made her home with her son, H.H. Pickens, in Valley Grange precinct. She had been a member of the Methodist church for more than sixty years. The funeral services were held Wednesday afternoon, Rev. J.A. Badcon officiating. Her remains were followed to their last resting place by a large number of friends and her body interred in Riverview cemetery. Friday 15 July 1898

Died of diphtheria, Friday, morning, July 29, 1898 a five and one half year old daughter of Harry Myers who lives fifteen miles north of here. Mr. Myers lost six children in 1892 from the same disease and they think the little girl and boy who died the day before, may have contracted the disease from an old watch which the children who died six years ago played with. Friday 12 August 1898

After an illness of about a week John Mangus was compelled to take his bed on July 24, suffering from a Gastro-Enteric fever resembling typhoid. In about ten days the fever began to decline, his appetite to return and his prospects for an early recovery appeared bright, but on last Sunday morning without any marked increase of fever or any other disturbance the action of his heart began to fail and gradually grew weaker until it ceased to beat about nine o’clock Tuesday evening at the home of his parents. The business houses were closed and Rev. Foutch conducted the funeral exercises at the house at two p.m. on Thursday. The Star of Jupiter had charge of all the other exercises. On Wednesday morning the secretary of the lodge here sent a telegram to the Supreme Secretary at McCook and at six p.m. she received a letter with a draft for $100 to pay the funeral expenses. Friday 19 August 1898

Died-Gerver-Sunday, Sept. 11th Minnie, the infant daughter of Mr. and Mrs. G. Clamp. Friday 16 September 1898

Died-At his home four and one half miles east of this place, on Friday, Sept. 2, 1898, John Pool had been a suffer for many months and the end was not unlooked for. We extend sympathy to the bereaved family. Friday 16 September 1898

Edward C. Hall, formerly operator at Oxford, Holdrege and Red Cloud, died at the home of his parents, in Trenton, Tuesday, Sept. 13th, 1898 of typhoid fever, after a few weeks illness. He was a brother of extra agent F.L. Hall, who was called from Cambridge just before he died. The deceased was a member of the Knights of Pythias lodge at Oxford, and a popular young man. Members of the order in the telegraph office here sent a beautiful wreath to be placed on his coffin. W.L. Brown operator at Oxford and D.J. Best, of this city represented the operators at the funeral. Friday 16 September 1898

Edward Walters-The sad news which cast a gloom over the city by the awful wreck Wednesday night of last week and bought sorrow to so many homes touched the chord of sympathy in every human breast for those to whom affliction came. To no one did this feeling extend to any greater extent than to the widowed mother of Edward Walters, whose mangled remains were bought back to her in but a few hours after leaving her in the full strength of young manhood. He was born in county Tipperary, Ireland in 1871, and came to this country in 1885. He began work for the railroad about a year ago in the round house and by diligence was promoted to fireman about six months ago. He was a hard working, industrious young man and devoted his earnings to help his mother support the family. He was a member of the Episcopal church of this city and had many friends. The services were held in St. Alban’s chapel Friday afternoon Rev. Howard Stoy officiating and was attended by a congregation far beyond the capacity of the church to accommodate. Friday 7 October 1898

Floyd, the infant son, of D. Spencer and wife died early last Saturday morning of cholera infantum at their home in West McCook. The funeral services were held Sunday afternoon at the house, Rev. J.A. Badcon officiating. The sympathy of the entire community is extended to the bereaved parents. Friday 7 October 1898

Mrs. Mary Colfer-After suffering for three months with liver complaint, Mrs. Mary Colfer died last Saturday evening, October 8, 1898, at 5:30 o’clock, aged 75 years. The deceased was born in Ireland and moved to this country immediately after her marriage. She was the mother of eight children, two of whom survive her, Moses of this city and Patrick of Bradford, Illinois, both of whom were at her bedside when death relieved her from suffering. Her husband died at Fairbury, Illinois, in 1876. She moved here in 1885 and made this her home ever since. She was a devoted Christian and he pleasant, happy disposition made her always a welcome guest where ever she went, and made friends of all who came to know her. The funeral services were held in St. Patrick’s church, Monday morning at 10 o’clock, Rev. Father Hickey officiating, and were largely attended. Friday 14 October 1898

Fatal Accident-Yesterday afternoon at 4 o’clock one of those frightful accidents occurred which always causes a shudder of horror in a community. While coupling the air hose between two cars on freight train 77, while it was being made up, brakeman Charles McCarl, was run over and his body so badly mangled he died at 5:35. No one was near him when the accident occurred, but yardmaster Pete Carty discovered him under the cars immediately afterward. The train was late and as it was being made up he went between two cars to couple the air hose, while doing so more cars were run against the train and Charlie was knocked down and one car passed over the heel, across the hip and lower part of his body and arm of the left side. He was tenderly lifted up and carried to the freight house, a physician called, and his wife and mother notified. He was conscious and realized he could not live. He wanted to see his wife and mother and urged that they be brought quickly as he would not last long. Both were brought to him and he remained conscious until a few minutes before his death, and talked to them. Charles Henry McCarl was born in Grinnell, Iowa, April 3, 1867, began work on the railroad at an early age in the telegraph office, became an operator, and came to Nebraska to work for the Rock Island at Fairbury. In August, 1893, he came to McCook and entered the employ of the B & M in the train service. He has performed well every duty required of him. He had just reached the reward for faithful service, and had been told that he would be given a train as conductor as soon as he returned from this run. He was in excellent spirits yesterday and on his way to the yards he told some friends he met in front of Wilcox’s store in regard to the time of his promotion. "This will be my last trip" little thinking he had taken his last trip, and in a few minutes from that time he lay mangled and dying in the freight house. Than Charles McCarl, there was perhaps no one on his division who was more universally popular, and many have said they did not believe he had an enemy. He was married September 12, 1897, to Miss Lillian Troth. They moved into their own home, he purchased a couple of months ago, and which he had worked had to make so attractive for his bride. They were very happy and enjoyed the friendship and best wishes of everyone. The decease leaves beside his wife and mother, three brothers and two sisters, to whom he had been as a father for years, and had been looked upon as the head of the home since their father’s death. The funeral services will be held at his late home on Marshall street at 2 o’clock Sunday afternoon, Rev. J.A. Badcon officiating. The heartfelt sympathy of the whole community is extended to the stricken family. Friday 14 October 1898

Obituaries-William H. McCarl-William H. McCarl, whose sudden death was caused by the wreck at Indianola on Wednesday, October 5, 1898, was born near Newton, Iowa, March 11, 1868. He came to this city in 1893 and made his home with his aunt, Mrs. S.A. McCarl, and entered the employ of the B & M railroad company the same year as a brakeman. He was married November 18, 1897, to Miss Gennett Smith, who survives him. His father, mother and five sisters also mourn his sudden death. The deceased was one of the most popular young men of the city and a favorite with the officials of the company here on account of his attentiveness to his business. His married life was an unusually happy one, being of a disposition that made and kept friendships with all whom he came in contact. The funeral services were held at his late home on Saturday morning at 11 o’clock, under the auspices of C.W. Brouson Lodge, No. 487, Brotherhood of Railroad Trainmen and attended by an unusually large number of people, Rev. J.A. Badcon officiating. His remains were interred in Longview cemetery. The heartfelt sympathy of the whole community is extended to the bereaved widow, his parents, and sisters. Friday 14 October 1898

Burned to Death-A dispatch from Bartley dated Oct. 18 to the State Journal says: Samuel McDowell, aged about sixty-five, lived alone in a sod house on a farm about five miles northwest of town. His brother James and family lived about thirty rods from him and James was with him on Monday evening. On Tuesday morning the combustible material of the house was consumed and the dead body was found under debris some distance from the position of the bed. Incombustible material had fallen upon his head and part of the body and protected them from the fire. Friday 21 October 1898

Funeral of C.G. Holmes-The funeral services of Charles G. Holmes were held last Saturday afternoon in the Methodist church, under the auspices of the Odd Fellows lodge of this city, and attended by so many friends that the church was filled to almost its utmost. The casket was surrounded by many beautiful floral pieces from friends in the round house, the Odd Fellow lodge and a large star and crescent from the Star of Jupiter lodge of which he was also a member and in which order he was insured for $2,000. A very impressive sermon was preached by Rev. J.A. Badcon, and appropriate hymn sung by a quartette consisting of Mrs. A.P. Bonnot, Miss Blanch McCarl, T.E. McCarl, and Roy Smith. The pall bearers were selected from the Odd Fellows and the lodge marched to the cemetery where they read the ritualistic service of the order. A long procession followed the remains to their last resting place. A favorable feature in the Star of Jupiter order was exemplified in the leave of the deceased that no other order has. The next day after Mr. Holmes death his widow was handed $100, and advance payment which is always made to the beneficiary to meet any necessary expenses, at such trying times. Friday 4 November 1898

Tuesday evening November 22, 1898 the infant daughter of Charles Emerson and wife, of South McCook, died of congestion of the lungs after but a short illness. The funeral services were held Wednesday afternoon at the Baptist church. The sympathy of the community is with the sorrowing parents. Friday 25 November 1898

Sad Death-Mrs. A.L. Miller died at the home of her parents, Wm. Burns and wife in Ash Creek, Tuesday morning, November 22, 1898 aged 22 years. She leaves a husband and two small children, a daughter aged about one year and a half and a son of but a few days, the mourn her death. The funeral services were held in the Methodist church in this city yesterday after noon at 2 o’clock and her remains interred in Riverview cemetery. Friday 25 November 1898

Death of Mrs. Mugan-Mrs. Mary Mugan, aged 80 years, died at the home of her son-in-law, Tim Foley, on Monday, November 21st, 1898. Her remains were sent back to Boone, Iowa, for interment. She and an unmarried daughter have been making their home with her son-in-law since the death of his wife, and have made many friends here during that time, who send their heart sympathy to the bereaved family. Friday 25 November 1898

Death of John Coleman-This community was painfully surprised Monday to hear that Mr. John Coleman had been stricken with paralysis. He was going from the hydrant in the yard to the house and fell upon his hands and face. A neighbor lady saw him fall and went to his aid. He was taken into the house and his sons and a physician called. He lingered until Thursday morning at 10 o’clock when his spirit was released and returned to the God that gave it. "Blessed are they that die in the Lord." He was most cheerful at all times and said he suffered no pain at all. He returned but a few weeks ago from a visit of several months with his friends in his former home in Iowa, and was in excellent spirits. He was 73 years 2 months and 4 days old, and had been a consistent and active member of the Methodist church for about sixty years. John Coleman was born September 28, 1825, near Washington, in Daviess county, Indiana, where he worked upon a farm till he grew to manhood. He was joined in marriage to Miss Permelia Banks on March 31, 1846. As the fruit of this union eleven children were born to them, eight of whom are still living. In 1848 hey moved to Muscatine county, Iowa, where they remained until the spring of 1868, when he, with the family moved to Dallas county, Iowa. Here, on November 16, 1878, Permelia, his wife, departed this life. He remained there until the spring of 1885 when he came to this county, and had lived here ever since, except a short period he lived in Hayes county. On December 12, 1889, he was married to Miss Anna M. Jeffries. Of this union one child was born and both survived him. The funeral services will be held in the Methodist church on Sunday afternoon at 2:30 o’clock. Friday 2 December 1898

Cyrus Wesley Hodgkin, son of F. A. and Emma Hodgkin, was born September 4, 1898, and died on Sunday, Nov. 20. The funeral services were conducted by the pastor at the house at l p.m. on Tuesday and the remains were interred in the cemetery. Friday 2 December 1898

A Sad Death- The sudden death last Saturday of John M. Stranahan cast a pail of sadness over the city. The circumstances were unusually sad and pathetic, and touched the heart of everyone. He was popular among all classes. He had a wide acquaintance and his many friends here and elsewhere will learn of his fatality with sorrow. The cause and manner in which he came to his death are briefly as follows; He was a passenger brakeman on the Western division of the B & M running out of here. Friday night he went out on his run on No. 3 the west bound flyer. At Brush, Colorado, he and Conductor Willets were alone in the rear of combination coach No. III and as the hind trucks of the coach struck the switch one of the front wheels burst breaking in two. The train was running at a high rate of speed and the broken wheel striking on the rail made a terrible noise in the coach and jilted it badly. Conductor Willets jumped up and pulled the air cord to stop the train, but it did not seem to work, and gave it a heavier pull when the cord broke. He then stated for the coach behind, John followed him into the vestibule between the cars opened the door and jumped. The conductor seeing his intention, hastened to restrain him but did not reach him in time, and saw him fall on the rail of the side track near the depot upon his head. The night was cold and frosty and the rails slippery and the train could not be stopped until it had run about half a mile. It was backed up and John was carried into a sleeper where an army surgeon, who was on the train, attended him until they arrived at Denver where he was taken to St. Luke’s hospital. It was found his skull was crushed. He lingered unconscious until 3 o’clock, Saturday afternoon, December 10, 1898. Every care was given and every effort made to revive him but with no avail. His father-in-law W.S. Perry was in Denver and was with him till his death, and brought his remains home that night, arriving here Sunday morning. The deceased was insured in the Burlington Voluntary relief for $2,000. A singular coincidence in this matter was that on that Friday he had raised his class of insurance from the second to the third class and took out five additional death benefits, raising his insurance from $500 to $2,000 in case of death, the papers leaving for the east only a couple of hours before he went out on his last and fatal run. John Martin Stranahan was born at Cannon Falls, Minnesota, June 6, 1868. His parents moved to Guttenburg, Iowa, when he was quite young, where he was raised and learned the watchmakers and jewelers trade later becoming an expert engraver. He then moved with his parents to St. Hillaie, Minnesota. He followed the jewelers business for fifteen years during which time he run a jewelry store in Watertown, South Dakota, but ill health compelled him to retire from business and he returned to his home. In the spring of 1895 he came here, thinking that the climate would benefit him and worked for H..P. Sutton; he went to Telluride, Colorado, in the spring of 1896, returning to work again for Mr. Sutton in October of the same year, and continuing with him until April of this year, when he entered the employ of the railroad company as a brakeman. On November 16, just a month ago, he was united in marriage to Miss Mabel Perry and his happy honeymoon had not passed until he was called away, leaving a widow, father, mother, three sisters and four brothers, two of whom attended the funeral services. The services were held at his late home, 701 Madison street, Tuesday afternoon under the auspices of McCook lodge K of P, and were largely attended. Rev. W.J. Turner made a short address, referring to the deceased in a very touching manner, and the Congregational choir sang appropriate hymns. At the cemetery the body was interred according to the ritualistic service of the Knights of Pythias. The heartfelt sympathy is extended to the berefed widow and his family. Friday 16 December 1898