[ANTHONY, CHARLOTTE SHAW]
Daily Democrat-Forum (Maryville, Missouri), Wednesday, April 2, 1924
Mrs. Cyrus A. Anthony Dies This Morning
Had Been Resident of Maryville for Many Years—Private Funeral Services Friday.
Mrs. Cyrus A. Anthony, long a resident of Maryville, died at 4:30 o'clock this morning at her home, 212 East N. avenue. Death was superinduced by a fractured hip suffered four weeks ago last Monday when she fell at her home. Her condition had grown steadily worse since that time.
Because of the frail health of Judge Anthony, a private funeral will be held Friday morning at the home. The services will be conducted at 10 o'clock by the Rev. S. P. Allison of the Presbyterian church. The family has requested that flowers be omitted. Burial will be in Oak Hill cemetery.
Mrs. Anthony's maiden name was Charlotte Shaw and Illinois was her native state. Her marriage to Judge Anthony took place in 1864. Besides her husband, who will be 85 years old the 29th of this month, she is survived by one sone, Dr. F. [rancis] R. [ichard] Anthony, Eustis, Fla., and three daughters, Mrs. Charles Lippman, Sedalia, Mo.; Miss Hettie M. Anthony, head of the home economics department of the State Teachers College and Miss Mae Anthony, both at home. Mrs. Lippman had been at her mother's bedside for the last two weeks and Mr. Lippman will join her here tomorrow morning to attend the funeral. Dr. Anthony will be unable to come for the funeral. One sister, Mrs. D. R. Eversole, of Maryville, also survives.

[ANTHONY, CYRUS ARNDT]
Daily Democrat-Forum and Maryville Tribune (Maryville, Missouri), Monday, February 15, 1926
Death Claims Noted Jurist
Judge C. A. Anthony Dies Early This Afternoon. Resident Since 1870. Well Known Throughout Northwest Missouri—Had Been Failing in Health For Some Time.
Judge Cyrus A. [rndt] Anthony, 86 years old, judge of this judicial circuit from 1886 to 1898 and a resident of Maryville since 1870, died at 12:45 o'clock today at his home on East North avenue. Death was superinduced by an injury suffered about six weeks ago when he fell. He had been failing in health for a number of years.
Arrangements for the funeral have not been completed. The service will be private and the family requests that flowers be omitted.
Surviving Judge Anthony are four children, Mrs. Charles Lippmann of Ferguson, Mo., who is en route here for the funeral, Dr. F. [rancis] R. [ichard] Anthony of Fort Smith, Ark., Miss Hettie M. Anthony, head of the home economics department of the State Teachers College, and Miss Mary Anthony at home. Mrs. Anthony died in April 1924.
Judge Anthony was born April 29, 1839, at Hackettstown, N. J., a son of Francis Anthony, a native of Tyrone, Ireland. The father emigrated to America about 1818, settled in New Jersey and in 1852 came West, selecting as his home Stark County, Ill., where he died in 1876.
Judge Anthony was reared on a farm in Stark County and attended a course of literary reading at Lombard University, Galesburg, Ill. In 1861 he entered as a private soldier Company K, fifty-first regiment Illinois Volunteer Infantry, remaining in the service until 1865. He was first quartermaster sergeant then first lieutenant and finally promoted to captain of his company. He was engaged in service in Missouri, Tennessee, Alabama and Georgia.
Mr. Anthony was admitted to the bar in April 1869 and in 1870 located in Maryville which has since been his home. He at once entered actively into the duties of an attorney. During 1875-76 he was county attorney of this county and the city attorney of Maryville during 1874-5-6. In 1882 he served as a member of the Missouri Legislature (lower house) from this county and was again elected in 1884.
Judge Anthony was elected circuit judge of this judicial circuit in 1886. He was re-elected in 1892 and served until 1898 when he was succeeded by the late Judge Gallatin Craig.
In 1864 he was married to Miss Charlotte Shaw of Stark County, Ill.
For a number of years Judge Anthony had not been able to follow the law practice on account of bodily afflictions.
On his retirement as circuit judge, Judge Anthony was entertained at a bar banquet and citizens entertainment which was said to have been one of the outstanding occasions in the history of Maryville. This banquet and entertainment was held on the evening of Dec. 28, 1898 and the committee in charge included Judge W. C. Ellison, chairman, J. S. Shinabargar, W. A. Blagg, J. W. Thompson, J. H. Sayler, Alvin Bingaman, L. C. Cook and Fred Harvey. Lawyers from St. Joseph, Savannah, Holt County, Gentry County, Worth County, Trenton and Kansas City were in attendance. Many letters from prominent attorneys out of the state were received and testified to Judge Anthony's ability as an able jurist.

[ANTHONY, CYRUS ARNDT]
Daily Democrat-Forum and Maryville Tribune (Maryville, Missouri), Tuesday, February 16, 1926
Anthony Funeral to Be Held Thursday
Dr. C. C. James To Conduct Services At Home—Son, Dr. F. R. Anthony, Arrives Today.
Private funeral services for Judge Cyrus A. Anthony, who died yesterday following a long illness, will be held at 10 o'clock Thursday morning at the home on East North avenue. Dr. C. C. James, pastor of the First Methodist Church, will officiate. Burial will be in Oak Hill cemetery, where the service will be in charge of the Masonic Lodge. The family requests that flowers be omitted.
Dr. F. R. Anthony, a son arrived today and Cyrus Anthony of Chicago, a grandson, will come tonight to attend the funeral.

[ANTHONY, FRANCIS]
Nodaway Democrat (Maryville, Missouri), Thursday, January 4, 1877
--C. [yrus] A. Anthony, Esq., returned from Illinois on last Wednesday. His father died on Thursday, December the 28th ult. and was buried the following day.

[BAKER, CHARLES J.]
Nodaway Democrat (Maryville, Missouri), Thursday, September 21, 1876
--Mr. and Mrs. Geo. S. Baker lost a child aged about four months, on Wednesday night, the 13th inst. It was buried in the cemetery north of town on the following day, its remains being followed to the grave by a large concourse of friends and acquaintances of Mr. and Mrs. Baker, who deeply sympathize with them in their sore affliction.

[BAKER, CHARLES J.]
Maryville Republican (Maryville, Missouri), Thursday, September 21, 1876
--Mr. and Mrs. Geo. Baker have been called upon to mourn the loss of their infant son, Charlie. Little Charlie was about five months old and has been sick from his birth. Everything that love and skill could do, was done, but all in vain and death came and freed the little sufferer.

[BALSON, CHARLES]
Tampa Bay Times (St. Petersburg, Florida), Sunday, June 25, 1916
Death Claims M. E. Minister
The Rev. Charles Balson Terminates Long Life of Gospel Work
The Rev. Charles Balson, a well-known local resident and retired minister, died yesterday afternoon at 2:45 at his home, 443 Fourth avenue south. At the bedside were his wife and his only living children, John W. and C. [harles] Wesley Balson, the former of Whittier, Cal. and the latter of Oberlin, O. The funeral services will be held Monday afternoon at 3 in the First Avenue Methodist church.
The Rev. Mr. Balson came to St. Petersburg in 1908 and has been widely known in church and business circles of this city. His intelligent interest in the best things of the city's life, has attached to him a large number of friends from the most substantial elements of citizenship. He has been an active worker in the First Methodist church and has frequently occupied the pulpit. He was a preacher of unusual personality, speaking in a refined, literary style and with impressive earnestness. His power in the pulpit continued unweakened to the last year of his life.
The Rev. Mr. Balson had also been active as a real estate investor and salesman and was held in esteem for his fine business judgment and high integrity. He was born in England more than 79 years ago and came to this country when thirty-one years of age. He began preaching at the age of 17 and continued in this calling until his retirement some years ago. His ministerial work was located principally in Missouri and Nebraska.
He married his present widow in 1903 at Steubenville, Ohio.
In the death of the Rev. Mr. Balson this city loses one of its representative citizens and the church loses one of its most valued leaders.

[BALSON, CHARLES]
Albion Argus (Albion, Nebraska), Thursday, July 6, 1916
Notice was received of the death of Rev. Charles Balson at St. Petersburg, Florida, on June 24th. Rev. Balson was well known in this part of Boone county as being the head of the C. W. Balson & Co. store. He was a pioneer merchant of Cedar Rapids and pastor of the M. E. church at this place and also of Timber Creek church for many years. he was a member of the A. O. U. W. and has lived in Florida a number of years. –Cedar Rapids Outlook.

[BALSON, ELIZA COBB]
Nodaway Democrat (Maryville, Missouri), Thursday, June 28, 1877
GRAHAM – Mrs. Balsom, wife of Rev. Balsom, died on the 18th inst., of dropsy. She was a kind mother and loving wife, and her loss will be deeply felt in this community.

[BALSON, ELIZA COBB]
Maryville Republican (Maryville, Missouri), Thursday, June 28, 1877
The wife of Rev. C. [harles] Balson departed this life on Monday morning, June 18th, after an illness of one year. She was an estimable lady, and her loss will be mourned by a fond husband, two sons and a daughter just budding into womanhood and a large circle of friends. The wife of an itinerant minister alone can tell the crosses she has borne—the trials past. In life she had dedicated herself to Christ and in death she was not forsaken. While she rests in the silent shades, the life she led will be remembered and we trust will stimulate these dear friends left behind to press on in the good work already begun and be able to meet that wife and mother beyond the dark river where sorrow and parting is unknown.

[BEAR, JANE KENNEDY]
Nodaway Democrat (Maryville, Missouri), Thursday, March 9, 1876
DIED. BEAR – In Cooper county, Missouri, on February 14, 1876, Mrs. Jane Bear, in the 76th year of her age.
The deceased was born in Augusta county, Virginia, September 7, 1800. Her maiden name was Jane Kennedy. She married Henry Bear, of Rockingham county, Virginia, in 1820; removed to Kentucky in 1833, from there to Cooper county, Missouri, in 1837, where she resided up to the time of her death. She was respected and beloved by all who knew her and was a devoted and consistent member of the church for sixty years—the M. E. Church until the division of that church, since which time she had belonged to the M. E. Church, South. Mrs. Bear was the widow of the late Henry Bear, deceased, and mother of A. W. and Samuel Bear, of this county. She leaves four sons and one daughter to mourn her loss.  A. W. B.

[BEAVER, ELIZABETH MCKENNA]
Daily Democrat-Forum (Maryville, Missouri), Friday, June 4, 1915
Mrs. M. F. Beaver Dead.
Early Resident of Nodaway County Passes Away This Morning.
Mrs. M. [oses] F. Beaver, the wife of M. [oses] F. Beaver, proprietor of the Elmo hotel, did at 8 o'clock this morning at her home. Mrs. Beaver is survived by her husband, who is 83 years old and five children. The children are W. E. Beaver, Mrs. Ida McElvain, Mrs. George Claridy [Clardy], E. E. Beaver and Miss Nettie Beaver, all residents of Elmo. Mr. and Mrs. Beaver were among the early settlers of Nodaway and are well known throughout the county.
No arrangements have yet been made for the funeral.

[BEAVER, ELIZABETH MCKENNA]
Daily Democrat-Forum (Maryville, Missouri), Monday, June 7, 1915
Hold Beaver Funeral.
The funeral services for Mrs. M. [oses] L. Beaver of Elmo, who died Friday morning, were held at 11 o'clock yesterday morning at the South Methodist church at Elmo, conducted by the pastor, the Rev. Robert C. Holliday. The burial was made in the Elmo cemetery.

[BEAVER, ELMER]
Nodaway Democrat (Maryville, Missouri), Thursday, June 14, 1877
DIED. Elmer, son of Moses Beaver of Lincoln township, in this county, at his father's residence, on Friday, the 1st inst. Little Elmer was in his ninth year and had, before the sickness which caused his death, been quite healthy. The deceased was taken sick some nine days prior to his death and all efforts to prolong his life were futile. Mr. and Mrs. Beaver have the hearty sympathies of their many friends in this their hour of trouble. The deceased was buried at the Six Corners cemetery on Saturday, the 2d of June. May his rest be as peaceful as his young life was innocent and pure.

[BEAVER, ELMER]
Maryville Republican (Maryville, Missouri), Thursday, June 14, 1877
DIED. Elmer Beaver, son of Moses Beaver of Lincoln township, on the 1st of June. He was buried at the Six Corners Cemetery on Saturday, June 2d.
Little Elmer would have been ten years old the 20th of November next. He was taken sick some nine days before he died, and every effort was made to save his life but in vain. Mr. and Mrs. Beaver and family have the heartfelt sympathy of all who know them in this, their hour of bereavement. May the life which promised so fair, be fully developed in the world beyond.

[BEAVER, MOSES F.]
Daily Democrat-Forum (Maryville, Missouri), Thursday, May 10, 1917
M. S. Beaver, 86, Dies
Had Been Resident of Elmo for 59 Years, Owning a Hotel There Twenty Years.
M. [oses] S. Beaver, 86 years old, died at 10 o'clock last night at the home of his son, Charles Bever, following a six weeks illness of dropsy.
Mr. Beaver has been for fifty years a resident of Elmo and for twenty years owned a hotel in Elmo. Two years ago he retired from business. He has been a member of the Bethel Baptist church for many years.
Funeral services will be held at 2 o'clock tomorrow afternoon at the South Methodist church at Elmo, the Rev. Alfred Snowden officiating. Burial will be in the I. O. O. F. cemetery.
Those who survive Mr. Beaver are two sons, W. [illiam] D.[aniel] and C. [harles] E. [verett] Beaver of Elmo; and three daughters, Mrs. A. L. McElvain, Mrs. George Clardy and Miss Mattie Beaver, also of Elmo.

[BELL, ALBERT'S CHILD]
Nodaway Democrat (Maryville, Missouri), Thursday, November 23, 1876
WHITE COULD TOWNSHIP – A little son of Albert Bell, aged about four years, died last Sunday morning of membranous croup. The parents have the sympathies of the community in their sad affliction.

[BELL, WILLIAM S.]
Nodaway Democrat (Maryville, Missouri), Thursday, May 24, 1877
Death of William Bell.
At his residence in Lincoln township, on Thursday, the 10th inst. Aged fifty-three years and eleven days.
Mr. Bell was a native of England, having been born in Hinden [Hindon], Wiltshire, April 29, 1824. The deceased moved from England to America in 1849 and located for some time in the State of Connecticut. He moved with his family from that State to Columbia county, Wisconsin, where he resided until the winter of 1868, when he left Wisconsin in search of a new home, and in the winter of 1870, he purchased land and located in Lincoln township, this county, where he has resided up to the time of his death. The deceased had made rapid improvements on his farm in this township and had just completed a new dwelling house on the same day he was taken down sick. He leaves a wife and six children—three sons and three daughters—to mourn his decease. His family all resided with him at the time of his death. The people of his vicinity acknowledge the loss of an exemplary citizen and a just and upright man and all heartly associate themselves with the family of the deceased in their great bereavement. Mr. Bell was buried at the Amity cemetery on Friday, the 14th inst., his remains being accompanied to their last resting place by a large concourse of sympathizing friends.

[BICKETT, WILLIAM]
Nodaway Democrat (Maryville, Missouri), Thursday, March 23, 1876
--We were shown by H. J. Bickett on last Saturday a bible that was brought to America in 1760 from Downpatrick, Ireland, by William Bickett, the grandfather of H. J. Bickett. There is nothing about the Bible to show when it was published, but it is probably at least two or three centuries old. Mr. Bickett's grandfather was seventeen years of age when he came to America. He served in the British service against the French and Indians until 1765, volunteered in the colonial service in 1775 and served until the close of the Revolutionary war in 1783. He died in 1829, aged 86 years.

[BOHART, EDGAR C.]
Nodaway Democrat (Maryville, Missouri), Thursday, July 26, 1877
GRAHAM – A little son of John Bohart's died on Tuesday the 17th inst. Its remains were interred in the "Prairie Home" on Wednesday.

[BOHART, EDGAR C.]
Maryville Republican (Maryville, Missouri), Thursday, July 26, 1877
GRAHAM – John H. Bohart and wife were called to mourn the loss of their twin boy who died on Tuesday of last week.

[BRADLEY, LILY C.]
Nodaway Democrat (Maryville, Missouri), Thursday, January 18, 1877
--G. W. Bradley, of White Cloud township, had the misfortune to lose a promising daughter, aged nine years, on the 3d inst. Her disease was diptheria. All that the best medical skill could do to save the loved one was done. But all to no avail. They have the sympathy of a large circle of friends in their great loss.

[BRADLEY, GEORGE WRIGHT]
Maryville Tribune (Maryville, Missouri), Thursday, December 28, 1899
George Bradley Dead. An Old Citizen Expired Saturday Evening—Came to Nodaway County in 1861.
George W. [right] Bradley, an old resident of Maryville, died at his home on West Third street Saturday evening, after a long sickness. The funeral took place from the Christian church Sunday afternoon and was conducted by Rev. O. W. Lawrence, the pastor. Burial took place at Miriam cemetery. The following gentlemen were the pallbearers: J. K. Ruth, T. W. Chamberlain, J. K. Watson, J. H. Saunders, Stephen Grimes and R. S. Roelofson.
George W. Bradley was born near New Franklin, Howard county, Missouri, June 19, 1829. He moved to Lafayette, Kansas, in 1844 and from there to Elmo, Nodaway county, in 1861. He enlisted in the Union army a short time later and served throughout the civil war. At the close of the war, he returned to Nodaway county and since 1879 he had lived in or near Maryville. Mr. Bradley was the oldest of a family of eighteen children, fifteen of who are still living. He was married in 1849, in Kansas, to Miss Elizabeth Bailey. Mrs. Bradley survives him. Nine children were born to them, five of whom are living: James S. [quire] Bradley, of Elmo; Gabriel A., of Sheridan; Jesse E., of St. Joseph; Melvin M. [itchell], of Parnell and Mrs. Edward Masters of Maryville.

[BURCH, JOHN]
Nodaway Democrat (Maryville, Missouri), Thursday, August 9, 1877
--Last Saturday John Burch of Polk township, long an old and honored resident of Nodaway county, aged seventy-seven years, departed this life and passed to his reward in the better land. His remains were interred on Sunday in the presence of a large concourse of devoted friends and relatives.

[CARMICHAEL, PETER'S WIFE]
Nodaway Democrat (Maryville, Missouri), Thursday, August 17, 1876
--The wife of Mr. Peter Carmichael who resides in Nodaway township, died on last Saturday evening and was buried on Sunday at the cemetery known as the Baptist burying ground, near the Iowa line.

[CARPENTER, FLEMING MADISON "FLEM"]
Nodaway Democrat (Maryville, Missouri), Thursday, September 28, 1876
An Honored Citizen Gone. Death of F. M. Carpenter.
Again the sad duty devolves on us to chronicle the decease of one of Nodaway county's honored and influential citizens. On last Friday night when surrounded by his family and many warm personal friends, F. [leming] M. [adison] Carpenter closed his earthly career, his spirit 'crossing over the river to rest under the shade of the tree." Mr. Carpenter's sickness was of rather brief duration, but it was severe. He bore all his sufferings with calmness and fortitude. He was buried on Sunday at Quitman with Masonic honors, by Quitman Lodge, No. 196, A. F. and A. M., of which Lodge he was a worthy and highly respected member. Several Masons from other lodges were present. A. P. Morehouse, W. M. and H. M. Jackson, S. D., of Maryville Lodge No. 165 were in attendance. Mr. Morehouse conducted the burial ceremonies in an impressive manner in accordance with the ancient customs and usages of the order. The procession following the remains from the residence to the cemetery was at least a mile in length. It was one of the largest funeral occasions ever known in the county. This speak louder than words of the great esteem in which the deceased was held by his neighbors and acquaintances. Mr. Carpenter, in every respect, was a man of exemplary character, an intelligent, generous, philanthropic, kind-hearted man and a useful and upright citizen. The community in which he lived sustains a great loss in his death. Mr. Carpenter had been a member of the M. E. Church, South, for many years. He leaves a wife and three children to mourn his loss. The Masonic fraternity loses a valuable member in his decease. But the order in common with his friends and relatives can have the consolation that he has entered into a higher and better state of existence, into the celestial lodge on high where the Supreme Architect of the universe presides. "Blessed are they who die in the Lord."

[CARPENTER, FLEMING MADISON "FLEM"]
Maryville Republican (Maryville, Missouri), Thursday, September 28, 1876
--Mr. Flem Carpenter, of Green township, died last Saturday and was buried Sunday with Masonic honors. Mr. Carpenter was a prominent citizen and much loved and respected by all of his acquaintances. His sudden decease brought sorrow to many loving hearts, which time alone can heal.

[CARSON, MARY R. BLISS]
Nodaway Democrat (Maryville, Missouri), Thursday, January 4, 1877
--Mrs. Charles Carson was buried at Quitman on last Monday. She died on Sunday night.

[CARVER, MELLON MALCOLM]
Nodaway Democrat (Maryville, Missouri), Thursday, November 2, 1876
--M. [ellon] Carver, a leading farmer and influential citizen of Lincoln township, departed this life on Sunday, the 22d inst. and was buried the following Monday at Amity, Iowa. He leaves a wife and three children to mourn his loss, who have the sympathies of the entire community in their sad bereavement.

[CHAMBERLAIN, ANNA ELIZABETH, MRS.]
Maryville Republican (Maryville, Missouri), Thursday, November 13, 1873
--Mrs. J. [ames] K. Chamberlain of Graham died the first of this week after a long and lingering illness. Rev. Mr. Boyle went down on Tuesday to preach the funeral sermon.

[CHAMBERLAIN, CLARENCE K.]
Nodaway Democrat (Maryville, Missouri), Thursday, August 9, 1877
GRAHAM – Mr. and Mrs. J. [ames] K. Chamberlin have been called upon to mourn the death of another of their children. Their youngest boy about seven months old died on Monday last. Mr. Chamberlin was absent in the southern part of the state at the time, which made the sad affair doubly hard for Mrs. Chamberlin.

[CHAMBERLAIN, CLARENCE K.]
Maryville Republican (Maryville, Missouri), Thursday, August 9, 1877
Clarence K. Chamberlin – Clarence K., son of Rev. J. [ames] K. and Pauline C. Chamberlin, was born December 21, 1876 and after a brief illness departed this life on the 30th day of July 1876 [1877], aged seven months. He was a bright, interesting little child and upon him the hopes of a fond father and loving mother were centered. A short time since they were called upon to follow to the silent city their eldest child, Roy B., leaving the little one, whose loss they now mourn, as the fruit of their connection. This blow falls heavily on the parents; they have indeed been a family of affliction. At the time of this sad affliction the father was traveling in search of health and alone the mother stood by the couch of the dying child. May that God who gave, enable them to look beyond the confines of the tomb and see their babe on the bosom of Him who said, "Suffer little children to come unto Me and forbid them not, for of such is the kingdom of Heaven."

[CHAMBERLAIN, JAMES K.]
Maryville Republican (Maryville, Missouri), Thursday, June 13, 1878
Resolutions on the death of Rev. J. K. Chamberlain.
Rev. J. [ames] K. Chamberlain died at Graham, Mo., Saturday, June 8th, 1878, and was buried in the Prairie Home Cemetery on Tuesday, 11th inst. Services were held at the Methodist Church. Sermon by Rev. C. Balson. After the services the Masonic fraternity took charge of the remains.
The following resolutions were read at the church: [Resolutions not transcribed.]
After the resolutions were read the brethren, relatives and friends marched to the cemetery where the remains were interred with Masonic honors.

[CHAMBERLAIN, JAMES K.]
Maryville Republican (Maryville, Missouri), Thursday, June 13, 1878
GRAHAM – We were startled on Saturday evening by hearing the tolling of the bell and upon inquiry was told that Rev. J. [ames] K. Chamberlin had breathed his last and entered the [halls] of the blest. His funeral will be held at the Methodist Church at half past ten Tuesday morning. The sympathies of all are with the bereaved wife and children. Further notice next week.

[CHAMBERLAIN, JAMES K.]
Maryville Republican (Maryville, Missouri), Thursday, June 13, 1878
--We are pained to hear of the death of J. [ames] K Chamberlain, one of Graham's most honored citizens. Our correspondent will furnish us with an extended notice next week. To the widow we extend our most heartfelt sympathy.

[CHAMBERLAIN, PAULINA C. WELCH]
Maryville Republican (Maryville, Missouri), Thursday, December 21, 1893
Death of Mrs. J. K. Chamberlain.
Her many friends in Nodaway county will hear with sorrow of the death of Mrs. Paulina C. Chamberlain, which occurred in Denver, Wednesday, December 13, 1893.
Mrs. Chamberlain's maiden name was Welch. She was about 55 years old and was the eldest of a family of six children, John T. Welch of Maryville being next to her. The other children are all alive, as are her father and mother, aged 77 and 75 respectively. They reside in Sangamon county, Illinois.
Mrs. Chamberlain had been in poor health for some time and her recovery considered doubtful although her demise was not looked for when it occurred. Her lungs had been affected for some weeks and on last Wednesday morning she was taking some nourishment when a coughing spell seized her and she sank back in the bed and instantly expired.
Her funeral services and burial occurred in Denver on Friday, December 15. The Republican understands from Mr. Welch that he intends at some time in the future to have her remains, together with those of her daughter, Sallie, brought back to Graham, to be laid by the side of their husband and father, Rev. J. K. Chamberlain, who is buried there.
Mrs. Chamberlain was a very active worker in the Methodist episcopal church at Graham and afterwards for years in Maryville. Her associates in the good work in both places will fondly recall her unfailing cheerfulness, her unselfish charitableness and while mourning her loss will rejoice over her transmission from the church militant to the church triumphant.
The Republican wishes to drop a tear in memory of this excellent woman whose kind words and actions, extended when all looked very dark, were of almost untold value in lifting up a drooping heart.
How blessed the heart that has a friend
A sympathizing ear to lend
To troubles too great to smother.

[CHAMBERLAIN, ROY]
Nodaway Democrat (Maryville, Missouri), Thursday, April 19, 1877
GRAHAM--A two-year-old son of J. [ames] K. Chamberlain died on the morning of the 13th inst. his remains were followed to the grave on Saturday by a large concourse of friends and relatives of the family.

[CHAMBERLAIN, ROY]
Maryville Republican (Maryville, Missouri), Thursday, April 26, 1877
Let Him Rest. Death of Little Roy Chamberlain.
A poet has said:
     "Life is but a winter's day,
     A journey to the tomb."
All are traveling in one direction, and must meet on that common level at last, the high and the low, the rich and the poor, the old and the young will rest together there. Poor, frail mortals that we are, how oft we are disappointed. The tear of sorrow touches the cheek, where a few hours previous, rested evidence of a hope of a bright tomorrow. Such was our feelings on Friday, the 13th inst., when the dark-winged messenger entered the home of Rev. J. [ames] K. and Mrs. Pauline C. Chamberlain and [words missing] and bore him over the dark river. He was a bright-eyed, beautiful child of two summers, the idol and darling of the household; the hope and pride of a father and mother seemed centered in him. We loved the little fellow, loved his smile and have been softened and made better by his childlike and pure friendship and trusting confidence. Surely little children are light houses to us on the rough sea of life and when they are transferred from this earthly tabernacle to that "spiritual building" we should feel that we have a greater interest there and commit all to Him who has said "Suffer little children to come unto me."
This blow falls heavily upon the father who has for years stood upon the watch tower of Zion and preached Christ and Him crucified and to the mother, who has been called to give up her first born. May God sustain them as he has done in trials past. . . .

[CHARLES, IBBIE]
Nodaway Democrat (Maryville, Missouri), Thursday, August 9, 1877
DIED. CHARLES – In Hughes township, Nodaway county, Mo., on Saturday, August 4th, 1877, of cholera infantum, Ibbie, daughter of Emma and Jacob L. Charles.
Ibbie has always been a very delicate child of one year and seventeen days of age. She was beautiful and bright. Her sickness was but for a few hours. On Saturday at 4 o'clock P. M., her spirit quit the body and the little form was still forever. The shock falls heavily on the parents, almost prostrating the kind mother. The parents and family of the deceased have the sympathy of a large circle of friends in this sad hour of affliction; but human sympathy in an hour like this is insufficient for them. May they look to Him who gave and hath taken away for comfort and say, "Blessed be his holy name."      I. Williams.
[Note: The same notice was published in the Maryville Republican, August 9, 1877.]

[CLARK, JOHN]
Nodaway Democrat (Maryville, Missouri), Thursday, November 16, 1876
Death of John Clark.
The subject of this obituary notice departed this life on Friday, the 10th inst. A few weeks before his death he partially recovered from quite a severe attack of typhoid fever. The fatal disease, however, had made an inroad upon his constitution from which he could not entirely recover. Mr. Clark was an old resident of Hughes township and was highly respected for his many good qualities of head and heart. His character was pure and spotless. The deceased had been a member of the M. E. Church for many years and died in the hope of a glorious life beyond the portals of the tomb. He leaves a wife and three children, to whom his memory will ever be dear. His funeral sermon was preached on last Saturday, at his residence, by Elder Rufus Smith, after which he was buried in the Florida Cemetery, near W. V. Smith's. A good man has gone to his reward.

[CLARK, JOHN]
Maryville Republican (Maryville, Missouri), Thursday, November 16, 1876
John Clark, born in Washington, Ohio, 1815; came to this State in 1845. Died with Typhoid fever at his residence in Hughes township, Nov. 10th, aged 61 years and 7 months.
From the commencement of his illness, he was impressed that he would not recover. Though he lingered long his sufferings were not so great. Very much might be said of his joy in the Lord as he approached the Jordan of death! It was glorious to hear him speak of the precious Jesus. While his dear family and friends were holding on to him, as he was stepping down into the peaceful waters of death, he commended his loved ones to Christ, telling them "to trust fully in the Lord, that he would provide and take care of them" &. He was a faithful husband, a kind father, a good neighbor. He was an acceptable member of the North Methodist Society for some thirty-one years. The theme on his funeral occasion was based on the last clause of the 15h chapter of first Corinthians.   R. Smith.

[CLARK, JOHN]
Maryville Republican (Maryville, Missouri), Thursday, November 16, 1876
GRAHAM - John Clark, a highly esteemed citizen of Union Valley, died on Friday last after an illness of several weeks. He was one of the old setters of Nodaway county and an upright man. He had merited and received the esteem of all his acquaintances. He was a member of the M. E. Church and in faith surrendered his spirit into the hand of his creator. The hands have been folded across his cold bosom and the body consigned to the home for all the living, yet he will not be forgotten. He who notes the falling of a sparrow comfort the bereaved widow and children in this hour of darkness and lead them through earth's dark shadow to the land of eternal day.

[COLER, HENRY]
Maryville Tribune (Maryville, Missouri), Wednesday, February 6, 1918
I. W. Coler Dies
Old Resident Died Monday at I. W. Coler Home—Funeral at Bethany.
Funeral services for Henry Coler, who died Monday at the home of his son, I. [saac] W. Coler in Maryville, were held at 2:30 o'clock yesterday afternoon at the Bethany Church, west of Barnard.  Interment was in the Bethany Cemetery.
Mr. Coler was 84 years old. He was born January 23, 1834, in Ringgold, Ohio. In 1870 he moved to Nodaway County and had lived here continuously since. During the Civil War he served as a Union soldier under General Rosecrans. At the battle of Corinth he sustained a bullet wound in the shoulder which though sometimes very painful was a proud remembrance of the war.
He is survived by four children, W. A. Coler of College Springs, Ia., George Coler, Skidmore, Mrs. Lesta Remy, Colorado Springs, Colo., and I. W. Coler of Barnard. His wife died in 1904.

[COLER, HENRY]
Daily Democrat-Forum and Maryville Tribune (Maryville, Missouri), Wednesday, February 6, 1918
Funeral of Henry Coler
Old Resident Served With Distinction in Civil War Under General Rosecrans—Burial at Bethany
Funeral services for Henry Coler, who died Monday at the home of his son, Isaac Coler, 421 west Halsey street, were held yesterday afternoon at the Bethany church south of Maryville, Rev. Chapman of Rosendale officiating.
Mr. Coler was born in Ringgold, O., January 23, 1834 and came to Missouri in 1870 where he has since lived, except for a short time when he lived in Kansas. During the Civil War he served as a soldier under General Rosecrans and at the battle of Corinth received a bullet wound which at times was very painful but was a proud remembrance of his service for his country.
Mr. Coler was united in marriage to Matilda Williams of Ohio. Mrs. Coler died several years ago.
Six children were born to Mr. and Mrs. Coler, four of whom survive their parents. They were: W. A. Coler of College Springs, Ia.; George J. Coler of Skidmore; Mrs. Lesta Remy of Colorado Springs, Colo.; and I. W. Coler of Barnard.

[COLER, MARBELLA CHARLES]
Maryville Republican (Maryville, Missouri), Thursday, July 9, 1874
DIED. June 25th, at their home near Maryville, Marbella Charles, infant son of Henry and Matilda Coler, aged three months and twenty-five days. [Poem not transcribed.]

[COLER, MARY MARSELLA]
Maryville Republican (Maryville, Missouri), Thursday, October 15, 1874
DIED. October 1, 1874, Mary Marsella, infant daughter of Henry and Matilda Coler, aged seven months. [Poem not transcribed.]

[COLER, MATILDA WILLIAMS]
Maryville Tribune (Maryville, Missouri), Thursday, October 27, 1904
BARNARD – Mrs. Henry Coler died at her home Tuesday morning after a short illness.

[COLER, SUSAN]
Nodaway Democrat (Maryville, Missouri), Thursday, April 12, 1877
GRAHAM--Mr. Coler and wife were called upon to mourn the loss of their bright-eyed little girl of four summers, last Saturday.

[COLER, SUSAN]
Maryville Republican (Maryville, Missouri), Thursday, April 12, 1877
GRAHAM – The grim monster visited the home of Robert Coler on Saturday morning and bore away the spirit of a bright-eyed little girl of three summers. The body was interred in the Prairie Home on Sunday. The blow falls heavily on the bereft parents. The light of the household has gone out and will return no more. May they be able to yield all into the hands of Him who gave and has taken away and may the light which has gone out of their home, light their bark over the surging billows of time and guide them to the home of the pure in heart.

[CURREN, CLARISSA "CLARA " STRATTON]
Nodaway Democrat (Maryville, Missouri), Thursday, October 12, 1876
--Mrs. Clara C. Curren, wife of Stephen Curren, of Atchison township, departed this life on Monday, October 2d, at 8 o'clock A. M. after an illness of nine days. She was buried on Tuesday, the 3d inst., her remains being followed to their last resting place by a large concourse of friends and relatives. Rev. Wallace preached the funeral sermon. Mrs. Curren leaves a devoted husband and seven children to mourn her loss. The deceased has been a member of the Baptist church for twenty-seven years.

[CURREN, STEPHEN]
Maryville Republican (Maryville, Missouri), Thursday, March 13, 1884
CLEARMONT – Died, on February 25, 1884, Mr. Stephen Curren, aged 67 years, 4 months, and 1 day. He was born in Delaware county, Ohio, October 24, 1816; was converted and united with the Baptist church in May 1848 and was ordained Deacon in June 1854. He came to Missouri in October 1863 and settled in Nodaway county near Hopkins and united with the Samaria church. He came to Atchison township in the spring of 1868 and brought his letter from Samaria church. He was a consistent member of the Baptist church and, although an invalid for years, he was always at the post of duty, when his health permitted. "Blessed are the dead who die in the Lord.:    KID.

[CURREN, STEPHEN]
Nodaway Democrat (Maryville, Missouri), Thursday, March 20, 1884
Death of Father Curren.
Died of consumption, February 25th, at his residence, one mile east of Clearmont, Stephen Curren; aged 67 years, 4 months and 1 day.
Father Curren was born in Delaware county, Ohio, October 24, 1816, and was married to Clarissa Stratton, October 25, 1838, and moved to this county in the spring of 1863. For over thirty years he suffered from the disease of which he died, but notwithstanding his affliction he was an active Christian, and many can testify to his example as such, set before them during the twenty years he lived in this community. He was converted in 1848 and in May of that year was baptised by Elder Joseph Mason and united with the Baptist church in Delaware county, Ohio, and in June 1854, was ordained a deacon.
During his last illness he fully realized that his sufferings were almost over and spoke with calmness and resignation of his departure. On Sabbath morning, the day before his death, in conversation with those who watched, he quoted the words of David: "Though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for thou art with me, thy rod and thy staff they comfort me," and said that he was experiencing the reality of that truth. He arranged all his business affairs and gave directions for his burial as though only going on a journey. He remained rational to the last moment, making signs to his children after he became speechless.
On February 27 his funeral sermon was preached in the Clearmont Baptist church by Elder Tilbury, pastor of the church, from 2d Cor. v-1, to a large congregation and after the sermon it was remarked that it made those present feel like rejoicing rather than sorrowing, even though so good a man had gone from their midst. Truly we may say "Let me die the death of the righteous and let my last end be like his."

[CURTIN, JEREMIAH]
Nodaway Democrat (Maryville, Missouri), Thursday, November 16, 1876
--Jeremiah Curtin, of Washington township, departed this life on the 8th inst. He had been afflicted with consumption for some time past. He leaves a loving family to mourn his loss.

[DAVIDSON, VIOLET GILLISPIE]
Nodaway Democrat (Maryville, Missouri), Thursday, October 26, 1876
CLEARMONT - We are called upon to perform the unpleasant duty of chronicling the death of Mrs. Violet Davidson, wife of Nathan Davidson, who resides about four miles northeast of here. Mrs. Davidson had been sick only a short time and her sudden death was very much unlooked for. She died on Sunday, the 8th inst. Mrs. Davidson was a pleasant, sociable woman and her untimely death will be mourned by many friends and relatives. We believe she was a member of the M. E. Church, to which denomination she had belonged for about three years. She was a daughter of Mr. Robert Gillispie, a highly honored citizen. Mrs. Davidson's sudden demise calls out sympathy from this community for the bereaved husband, who is left with three motherless children to care for.

[DAVIS, BERRYMAN KENCHIN]
Nodaway Democrat (Maryville, Missouri), Thursday, November 23, 1876
The Long, Last Sleep. A Prominent Citizen Gone—Death of Major Berryman K. Davis.
It is with feelings of sadness that we record in our columns, the death of Major B. K. Davis, which occurred on Thursday evening, the 16th inst., about six o'clock.
Our readers will remember that on the last day of our County Fair, the 7th day of last October, the Major met with an accident, while on his way to the Fairgrounds, by which one of his legs was broken. In jumping out of the spring wagon in which he was riding, to assist in stopping a runaway team, he was so unfortunate as to strike the ground in an uneven place, with his right leg careened, the ankle being thrown outward. The weight of his body descending upon his leg in this manner, caused a compound dislocation of the right ankle, with fracture of the lower end of the outer bone of the leg. The dislocation was inward and the lower end of the outer bone of the leg tore through the flesh making a frightful wound. The broken limb was at once set by Drs Morrison and Hackedorn. The indications were favorable until a few days before his death, that he would recover and save his leg. On last Wednesday, however, the physicians, after due examination, became satisfied that the only possible chance of saving his life, was to amputate his leg. Accordingly, on last Thursday afternoon, Drs. Morrison, Hackedorn and Manning performed the operation of amputation.
But as had been feared, in consequence of the enfeebled condition of the general health of the Major since the accident and for a week or two before it happened, his nervous system was too prostrate and feeble to endure the trying ordeal. He survived the operation only about an hour. A short time before he expired, he so far returned to consciousness as to be able to recognize his wife and other parties who spoke to him and answer their interrogations by the expression of his countenance and nod of his head and in one instance saying "I am very sick" in response to the question as to how he was feeling. When the hour of his dissolution came, he died easily, his spirit leaving its tenement of clay and passing away from the loving relatives and friends who surrounded his prostrate form, into the realms of endless day, where there is no more death, neither sorrow nor sighing.
Berryman K. [enchin] Davis was born in Pettis county, Missouri, on the 23d day of April 1839 and consequently was a little over thirty-seven years of age at the time of his death. His parents moved to this county in the spring of 1842 and settled on the White Cloud, a few miles from Maryville. It will thus be seen that the deceased spent most of his life in this immediate vicinity. He came here when but a small boy and with the exception of a few years of temporary absence in the army and in Nebraska, remained here until his death. It was his pleasure to witness the development, growth and improvement of our county for the first thirty years of its history. Every enterprise or measure having for its object the good of the county and the welfare of the people, found in him an earnest and zealous advocate. His history to quite an extent would be but the history of the changes and progress of our county from its organization.
During a portion of the war, Mr. Davis served as Major of the 43d regiment of Missouri volunteers and proved himself an efficient military officer. Shortly after the close of the war he received the appointment of sergeant at arms of the Missouri State Senate and served a session or two in that capacity with signal ability and great credit to himself. He began the practice of the law in Maryville in 1866, in partnership with I. V. McMillan. In 1868 he was elected Prosecuting Attorney of the then Twelfth Judicial District, embracing the counties of Andrew, Atchison, Buchanan, DeKalb, Gentry, Nodaway, Holt and Worth. His circuit being so large the labors necessarily devolving upon him were arduous and responsible. He filled the position with such ability as to gain the respect and esteem of the people of the District and of the bar. He held the office until it was abolished by the General Assembly of the State and the office of County Prosecuting Attorney substituted therefor. He then established himself in this place in the practice of the law. In 1872 he was the presidential elector on the Republican ticket for the 9th Congressional District. Major Davis, in the course of the past ten or fifteen years, has filled several public stations of honor and trust and so demeaned himself as to gain the respect of both political friend and foe. It was one of his characteristics to fill well and ably every position assigned to him.
Mr. Davis was married to Miss Sarah Broyles on the 16th day of February 1868. Four children were born of this marriage; two of whom are dead and two living. The oldest living is a boy about eight years of age and the other an infant. The deceased leaves an aged mother, one brother and four sisters to mourn his loss and to cherish his memory. His brother is George Davis, Esq. Three of his sisters are married: Mrs. H. H. Geiger, Mrs. John C. Wiswell and Mrs. Burwell Spurlock and Miss Lucinda Davis, unmarried. Mrs. Spurlock and Mrs. Wiswell reside in Nebraska, the former was present during a portion of his illness and at the time of his decease. The Major's father, Wm. H. Davis, died in July 1875, during the session of the Circuit court.
The funeral services and burial of Major Davis took place on last Saturday. Circuit court adjourned on Friday evening and Judge Kelly and the members of the bar attended the funeral. His remains were first taken to the M. E. Church, the following persons acting as pallbearers: A. P. Morehouse, Lafe Dawson, H. M. Jackson, C. A. Anthony, I. V. McMillan and James Todd. In the absence of Rev. Caughlan, pastor of the church, no funeral sermon was preached. Rev. Iliff, however, being present, conducted brief services. A special choir, with Mrs. Briggs at the organ, furnished the solemn music. The church was filled to its utmost capacity and few were in the audience who were not more or less affected by Rev. Iliff's pathetic prayer and his warm, sympathetic and highly appropriate remarks on the subject of death and relative especially to the Major's decease. The preacher stated that he was present during the process of amputation and for a short time before it and although Mr. Davis expressed himself as desiring to live yet fearing that he did not have the strength to endure the operation, he felt resigned to the Lord's will and had no doubts as to his spiritual welfare in the world to come.
At the conclusion of the services at the church, his remains were taken to the Maryville Cemetery, being followed by a large concourse of sorrowing friends; and in the presence of those with whom the deceased loved to associate and mingle while alive, all that was mortal of Berryman K. Davis was consigned to the tomb; that tall form which so recently moved among us, in the prime and vigor of life, was hidden away in the grave, never more to be seen by mortal eyes but the spirit had ascended to the beautiful home of the soul—to the God who gave it.
Mr. Davis had a life insurance policy in the New York Mutual Life Insurance Company for $2,000. This, with other property left by him, leaves the family in fair circumstances.
Mrs. Davis was faithful in attending upon her husband in his last sickness; patient, kind, loving, doing all in her power to minister to his wants. She can have the consolation that all was done by physicians, relatives and friends that could be done to insure his recovery. But it did not suffice. He is dead. A devoted husband and kind father has been taken away. His aged mother feels deeply the loss of a dutiful and beloved son. His brother and sisters realize that the one on whose counsels they relief with such implicit confidence no longer sustains on earth the endearing relation of brother. The profession of which he was an honored member, recognizes its loss in his death. The citizens of the entire community are made to feel that a useful life has terminated; that one who stood high in the esteem and regard of the people; whose conduct and action in every relation of life was of a pure, unselfish character; whose chief desire was to contribute to the welfare and happiness of his fellow beings, has gone the way of all the earth. His many friends will hold his memory dear. When we reflect that the subject of this obituary notice only a few weeks ago was moving among us with a fair prospect, apparently, of living many years to be of use to his fellow men and that now he lies still and pulseless in the cold embrace of death, we can ot fail to be forcibly impressed with the oft repeated truth: "That in life we are in the midst of death."
How consoling, though, the thought that death, if we will, is but the gateway—the entrance into a purer and holier life.

[DAVIS, BERRYMAN KENCHIN]
Maryville Republican (Maryville, Missouri), Thursday, November 23, 1876
Sad Tidings. Death of Major Berryman K. Davis.
Once more has death entered our midst and taken from us one of our noblest and best citizens. Berryman K. Davis is no more. Those who a few short weeks ago looked upon his towering form or listened to his eloquent words, little thought that he would soon be laid low in the tomb. In a moment, in the twinkling of an eye, the strong man was rendered helpless. Kind hands tenderly picked him up and placed him on that bed from which he never arose. Kind friends ministered unto his wants; a devoted wife hung over him day and night, doing all that love could do, but all in vain. Last Thursday evening the great heart of Berryman K. Davis ceased to beat, and his soul winged its way to the great unknown.
The accident that led to his death is still fresh in the minds of our readers. On the seventh of last October, as he was riding to the fairgrounds, he saw a fellow being in danger. A man had become intoxicated, fallen partly over the bed of the wagon so that his head was in between the fore wheel and the bed. His horses were running away, and it looked as if the man's head must be ground to pieces. With no thought of himself, thinking only to save the life of a fellow being, no matter how poor and degraded that life might be, Major Davis leaped to the ground. To him it was a fatal leap. Striking upon the hard ground, his right ankle was crushed and broken. All that medical skill and kind care could do was done, but in vain. His health was not good at the time the accident occurred and he never entirely rallied from the shock. The shattered joint refused to knit and last week it was evident that the only hope for life was amputation. He acquiesced without a murmur but said he would not survive the operation. Bidding his loved ones farewell, he went down into unconsciousness from which he never entirely rallied. He partially revived after the operation but soon began to sink away and in a few moments breathed his last. To the community the news seemed too terrible. They could hardly believe that Major Davis was no more. A gloom spread over the entire city; with sad faces neighbor spoke to neighbor of him that had gone. Saturday at eleven o'clock the tolling of the bell called together those of the living that wished to pay their last respects to all that was mortal of Major Davis. The Main street M. E. Church was filled to overflowing. Slowly the sad cortege moved up the aisle. The pallbearers were the Hon. A. P. Morehouse, the Hon. Lafe Dawson and Messrs. H. M. Jackson, C. A. Anthony, I. V. McMillan, and James Todd.
The pastor of the church, Rev. Mr. Caughlan, being absent, no regular sermon was preached. The Rev. Mr. Iliff of Montana conducted the services. After reading the brief and impressive burial services of the M. E. Church, he spoke a few words of comfort to those who were weeping around him. When the very old or very young die, said the reverend speaker, there is something that reconciles us, for the old have finished their life, the young have hardly commenced it; but when a strong man is stricken down in the midst of his usefulness, the world mourns. The congregation was then given an opportunity to look for the last time on him they loved and respected. The corpse looked very natural. If it had not been for the pallor of death, one would have thought he was in a calm and breathing sleep. The last look is given, the last kiss pressed on the calm and peaceful brow, the coffin lid closes over the loved features forever and the body is carried to the silent city of the dead.
"Earth to earth, ashes to ashes, dust to dust." The mournful words die away—the clods strike heavily on his narrow house—the earth covers it—the mourners depart and alone—alone he sleeps.
Berryman K. Davis was born in Pettis county, in this State, in April 1839. His father removed to this county in 1842 and settled on the White Cloud, near the farm now owned by Isaac Cox. Here Berryman grew to boyhood. The family moved to Nebraska sometime about the year 1852. Young Berryman acquired a good common school education. During the Pikes Peak gold fever he took a trip to the mountains and mined one summer. He always had a great longing for a collegiate education and the height of his ambition was to go to college. But circumstances were against him, and his desires were never realized. In 1860 we find him in Maryville attending school. He entered the law office of M. G. Roseberry in 1862 and commenced the study of law. But the country was torn and distracted by civil war and we imagine it was hard work to study amid the excitement of those times. We think the young student found it so, for we find that in the spring of 1864 he threw down Kent and Blackstone and took up the sword. He was elected Major of the 43d Missouri infantry. His career as a soldier was short, as his regiment was captured by Price in the summer of '64 and he was not exchanged in time to again enter into active service.
He again took up the study of law and commenced to practice his profession in 1866. He immediately took high rank as a lawyer. In 1868 he was elected to the responsible position of Prosecuting Attorney for the 12th judicial district. This position he held most four years and filled it with honor to himself and the satisfaction of the public. Major Davis was married to Miss Sarah Broyles, Feb. 16th, 1868. His marriage was a fortunate one and his domestic relations has been one of the most happy. The fruits of this union have been four children, two of whom are dead. The youngest of the children living is a babe but a few weeks old.
In 1872 Mr. Davis a Presidential Elector on the Republican ticket. His name was prominently mentioned this year as a candidate for congress and it was only withdrawn at his own request. He was then tendered the nomination of State Senator from this District which he accepted. But the accident which proved fatal prevented him from taking any part in the canvas. Had Major Davis lived there is no doubt but that a most brilliant career was before him. He was a man of fine talents and of strict integrity. His morals were of the purest character and he delighted in the enjoyments of the home circle. He was a model husband and father, and to his bereaved wife the blow has fallen with crushing weight. Since the death of his father a little over a year ago, the family have looked to Berryman for guidance. His aged mother lived with him and now mourns the loss of him who was the staff of her declining years. Said one of his weeping sisters, "Berryman never spoke a cross word to one of us." He leaves one brother and four sisters to mourn his loss. They are Mr. George Davis, Mrs. H. H. Geiger, Miss Lucinda Davis, of Maryville and Mrs. J. C. Wiswell and Mrs. Burwell Spurlock of Nebraska. Mrs. Davis is a sister of the wife of Joseph Jackson.
In the death of Major Davis, the whole community has suffered a loss that it will be hard to fill. He was a truly noble man. Would we had more like him. . . .

[DAWES, ARLINGTON "ARLAR"]
Nodaway Democrat (Maryville, Missouri), Thursday, March 22, 1877
ATCHISON TOWNSHIP – We are pained to inform you of the death of Arlar, son of Mr. J.[oseph] and Mrs. K. [atherine] A.[nn] Dawes. The parents have the sympathies of all in their affliction. Though their child has been taken from them they can meet him again in the beautiful land beyond the river of death, where parting will be forever more unknown.

[DOBBS, WILLIAM'S INFANT]
Nodaway Democrat (Maryville, Missouri), Thursday, November 30, 1876
--A distressing accident occurred at the residence of William Dobbs, in Washington township, about five miles north of Savannah, on Friday, the 17th inst., at about 5 o'clock in the evening, which resulted in the death of his only child. It appears that Mr. Dobbs was out in the field gathering corn and Mrs. Dobbs wishing to attend to the milching of the cows put their child, who was about a year old, in the cradle and placed it before the fireplace so that the child might be comfortable during her absence. When Mrs. Dobbs had finished the milching and returned to the house, she found the cradle, bed clothes and clothing of the child all in flames, which she extinguished as soon as he could, but too late to save the child. The little one was so badly burned that it lived but a few hours. The supposition is that a spark from the fire ignited the bed clothes, as Mrs. Dobbs was very careful not to place the cradle too close to the fire. – Savannah Democrat.

[ELLIS, ALEXANDER C.]
Nodaway Democrat (Maryville, Missouri), Thursday, January 25, 1877
--Again the fell destroyer, death, has visited one of our households and taken away to the spirit land one who was in the very bloom of youth. On last Monday morning Mrs. Elizabeth Ellis was called upon to mourn the loss of her eldest son, Alexander C. Ellis, a promising boy aged sixteen years. The loved one was taken down with an attack of rheumatic fever about one month ago, from which he never recovered. He was universally beloved by all who knew him and had he lived to reach man's estate would have been an ornament to society. Deceased was a half-brother of Dr. T. C. and Albert Ellis, Esq. His remains were taken to their last resting place on Tuesday afternoon, the funeral services having been conducted by Prof. Bush at the Christian Church.

[ELLIS, ALEXANDER C.]
Maryville Republican (Maryville, Missouri), Thursday, January 25, 1877
--Last Monday morning the heart and home of Mrs. Elizabeth Ellis was made desolate by the death of her son, Alexander C. The funeral services were held in the Christian Church on Tuesday afternoon by Elder B. F. Bush. The deceased was well known to many of our citizens as a good and quiet boy and his sudden death was the cause of general sorrow.

[ELLIS, ELISABETH S. CARR CROSS]
Maryville Republican (Maryville, Missouri), Thursday, May 21, 1903
Death of Mrs. Elizabeth S. Ellis.
Died Thursday morning, May 14, 1903 at the home of her son, Dr. C. A. Ellis, in Maryville, Mo., Mrs. Elizabeth Ellis, aged 79 years and 23 days.
In the death of Mrs. Elizabeth S. Ellis there passed from this life to life eternal the spirit of one of the most perfect Christian characters that ever attempted to walk in the footsteps of the Savior. Hers was a life of sorrow, yet her wondrous faith in the promises of the Master made her daily walk amid poverty and sorrow one of sweet contentment.
She was born in Onondaga County, New York April 21, 1824, where she grew to womanhood. At the age of 21 she was married to Asa Cross, with whom she lived happily for 7 years, when death severed the marital bond, leaving her with five helpless children, and but a meager supple of this world's goods. With true Spartan courage, however, she prepared to face the battle of life. Two of her little ones were in time called to join the father in the better world. With a sad heart, but with courage undaunted, she determined to leave the old home where so much sorrow had come to her and seek a home in the far west.
Accordingly, she gathered the remainder of her little brood about her and moved to Iowa, where she supported herself and family by teaching school. She afterwards moved to Nodaway County and taught school in the northwest part of the county, later moving to Maryville, and engaging in the same pursuit. One by one her loved ones were taken from her, two meeting tragic deaths, one being instantly killed by lightning, the other having its young life crushed out by a large beam which fell upon it as it was picking up chips for its mother in a barn which was being erected. The last one of the five to die was the daughter, Almyra, who died in a hospital in Salt Lake City.
Mrs. Ellis was married again May 5, 1859 to Leander T [homas] Ellis, a widower, and a man of much influence in his day. He was the father of thirteen children by his first wife, all of whom were living at the time of his second marriage except the oldest. Following are their names and date of birth:
Martha Ann    Jan. 22, 1820
Thomas C.     Dec. 19, 1821
Mary Ann Key    Feb 4, 1825
Amanda Dittemore    Aug. 12, 1827
Elizabeth J. Henderson     Dec. 29, 1829
Hannah S Grant    Apr. 27, 1832
Patience S Blackman    June 23, 1834
Leander G.    Aug. 26, 1836
Newmerris D    Aug 26, 1836
Roseanna J. Vaughn    Mar. 30, 1838
William C.     Sept. 4, 1840
Albert T.    Aug. 20, 1843
Sarah J. Ferguson    Sept. 28, 1845
To these children, although some of them were her elders, she took the place of mother, and all through these years she has been affectionately so regarded by them.
Mr. Ellis died in 1869, leaving her three boys, Alexander C, born Feb. 18, 1872, died 1877; Chas. A. [lbertus], born Aug 4, 1864, and Alva C. [urtis], born Jan. 15, 1867. The estate left by Mr. Ellis was entailed somewhat, and she again taught school until she had cleared off the mortgage. Then she courageously set to work to educate the two remaining boys. This she successfully accomplished. Dr. C. A. Ellis is a successful practitioner in this city, and it has been his joy and pride that he has been able to give that dear old mother a home where every desire of earthly want could be hers. Alva holds the responsible position of joint station agent for the C & S and D & R G Railroads at Dillon, Colo.
Mrs. Ellis in early life espoused the Master's cause and remained an earnest, steadfast and faithful member of the Christian church. She was one of 17 charter members of the Maryville Christian Church, but five of whom are now living, namely: Mrs. Susan Walker and Mrs. T. W. Gulick of this city, Mrs. George B. Vaughn, San Francisco, Mrs. A. T. Ellis, Kansas City, and John S. Wood of Elmo.
Funeral services were held at 2 pm Saturday, May 16, 1903, conducted by Elder C M Chilton of St. Joseph, who spoke briefly but touchingly of the pure, simple Christian character of the deceased.
The auditorium of the Christian Church was well filled with old neighbors and friends, who, at the conclusion of the services, were permitted to view the remains of the one they had known and loved so long and well. The body was laid to rest in Oak Hill Cemetery by the side of loved ones gone before.
Besides her two sons, one brother, Charles Carr, southeast of the city, and one sister, Aunt Mary Carr, who lives with Dr. Ellis and wife, and two sisters and two brothers living in New York survive.
[Note: Alexander C. Ellis was born February 4,  1861 not February 18, 1872 as stated in the obituary.]

[ESTES, REGINALD JOSEPH]
Nodaway Democrat (Maryville, Missouri), Thursday, July 19, 1877
DIED. July 12, 1877, in Hinds County, Mississippi, Reginald Joseph, only child of Dr. H. and Mary J. Estes, aged 4 years, 11 months and 19 days.
"Gone in his childish purity
      Out from the golden day,
Fading away in the light so sweet,
      Where the silvery stars and sunbeams meet
Paving a way for his waxen feet
     O'er the silent way."
Little Joe was born in Maryville, Mo., on the 22d day of July 1872. He was a beautiful, interesting child and the idol of all who knew him. Already his fond parents had been called upon to mourn the loss of three infants and their hopes were centered in "Little Joe." Dear parents, it is hard to give up your beautiful boy, but remember that he is at rest in the bosom of his God. Remember the Savior said, "Suffer little children to come unto me, for of such is the Kingdom of Heaven," and in mercy not in wrath, He took your darling away to free him from pain and sorrow. Not long before his death "Little Joe" said, "I will go to the good Lord soon to see my Aunt Sue;" and now our two dear ones are united before the great white throne. Many hearts are bleeding today, bleeding with pain at the loss of "Little Joe," and we all united in sympathizing with the afflicted parents and will live in hopes of meeting him in the land "Where sickness and sorrow never come."    R.

[EVANS, EVAN J.]
Nodaway Democrat (Maryville, Missouri), Thursday, October 5, 1876
Died in Nodaway Township, Nodaway Co., Mo., Sept.  20, 1876, of Congestion of the Brain, Evan J., infant son of Lewis C. and Rachel J. Evans, aged 9 months and 24 days.

[FARNAN, WILLIAM'S WIFE]
Nodaway Democrat (Maryville, Missouri), Thursday, July 20, 1876
--Wm. Farnan, of Jefferson township, had the misfortune to lose his wife on Wednesday of last week. She died from the effects of puerperal fever. Mr. Farnan has the sympathies of the community in his sad loss.

[FLEMING, NANCY JONES]
Nodaway Democrat (Maryville, Missouri), Thursday, July 6, 1876
--From the Hopkins Journal we learn of the death of Mrs. Nancy Fleming, wife of Henry C. Fleming, one of the influential citizens of Hopkins township. She died on the 22d of June, at the age of twenty-nine years. Mrs. Fleming had been in poor health for some time. She was an excellent woman and her loss will be severely felt by her family and in the circle in which she was wont to move.

[FORD, CAROLINE ELIZABETH ALEXANDER]
Maryville Republican (Maryville, Missouri), Thursday, July 23, 1896
--Mrs. James Ford, daughter of the late Judge Alexander died this morning at her home in southeast Maryville of flux.

[FORD, JAMES RAY]
Daily Democrat Forum (Maryville, Missouri), Monday, April 23, 1917
Maryville Pioneer Dies
J. R. Ford, 83, Was One of the Oldest Settlers in Nodaway County—Four Daughters Survive.
One of the oldest settlers in Nodaway county, J. [ames] R. [ay] Ford, 83, died at his home on East Sixth street at 10 o'clock this morning. He had been in poor health for several years, his sickness taking a serious turn in the last few weeks.
The funeral will be held at 2:30 o'clock tomorrow afternoon at the residence, the Rev. C. Emerson Miller officiating. Burial will be at Oak Hill cemetery.
Mr. Ford came to Nodaway county from Pulaski county, Ky., his birthplace, when 18 years old and settled here. In 1854 he married Elizabeth Alexander, daughter of Joseph E. Alexander, a pioneer settler of Maryville. The couple went to live on a farm five miles south of Maryville. Mrs. Ford died a number of years ago.
Four children survive: Mrs. G. H. Westfall, Maryville; Mrs. J. A. Longan, of Des Moines; Mrs. W. R. Joel of Richards, Mo.; and Miss Mary Ford, living at home. Mr. Ford also has one sister, Mrs. Mary Truell of Pettis county, Mo.

[FORD, JAMES RAY]
Daily Democrat Forum (Maryville, Missouri), Tuesday, April 24, 1917
J. R. Ford is Buried
Services at Residence This Afternoon, the Rev. C. E. Miller Officiating. Quartet Furnishes Music.
The funeral of J. [ames] R. [ay] Ford, who died at his home in Maryville after four weeks illness, was held at the residence at 2:30 o'clock this afternoon. The Rev. C. Emerson Miller, pastor of the Christian church, officiated. A quartet, consisting of H. J. Becker, Mrs. Fred Robinson, Mrs. J. D. Richey and W. E. Goforth, sang many beautiful selections. Burial was at Oak Hill cemetery.
The pall bearers were: J. R. Brink, J. E. Dickerson, W. C. Frank, G. B. Baker, George Wilfley and Warren Jones.

[FORD, JAMES RAY'S INFANT]
Nodaway Democrat (Maryville, Missouri), Thursday, August 9, 1877
--Mr. and Mrs. Jas. R. [ay] Ford lost on last Saturday evening a bright little girl about six months old, after a short illness. The funeral services were conducted on Sunday at the Christian church at three o'clock P. M. by Elder Dew, after which the remains of the loved one were taken to the cemetery and consigned to their last resting place. the sympathies of all are extended to Mr. and Mrs. Ford in their sore affliction.

[INGALLS, BEN]
Nodaway Democrat (Maryville, Missouri), Thursday, May 11, 1876
--Alf Rea, traveling agent for Fletcher & Geiger, general organ agents, informs us that a young man by the name of Ben Ingalls, died very suddenly in Pickering, on Wednesday, the 3d inst., of typhoid pneumonia, after a brief illness of only ten days.

[KING, JOHN]
Nodaway Democrat (Maryville, Missouri), Thursday, June 22, 1876
NODAWAY TOWNSHIP – Mr. John King, who resided in the eastern part of the township, died on the 2d day of June. He was buried on the 3d. Mr. King leaves a wife, three children and a large number of relatives and friends to mourn his loss. He was a very industrious man and it is supposed by some, that overwork was partly the cause that brought about his death.

[LANNING, ISAAC A.]
Maryville Republican (Maryville, Missouri), Thursday, November 29, 1888
--Isaac A. Lanning, one of the first settlers of Nodaway county, died at his residence in Jackson tp., Tuesday, November 27, aged 69 yrs. He was born in Ohio and was a millwright by trade. In 1844 he came to this county to build the Bridgewater mill for Wm. Cock, the first permanent mill in the county. In 1847 he built a mill on the Platte river in Jackson township, which became widely known as Lanning's mill and which he kept until his death. Mr. Lanning was twice married, his first wife and all their children being dead. He leaves his second wife and one child to mourn his loss.

[LANNING, MARY A. MEDDLES]
Nodaway Democrat (Maryville, Missouri), Thursday, March 22, 1877
A Good Woman Gone. Death of Mrs. Mary A. Lanning.
The subject of this obituary notice, Mrs. Mary A. Lanning, wife of Dr. I. [saac] A. Lanning, terminated her earthly existence on last Saturday, the 17th inst., at about 7 o'clock P. M. The deceased had not enjoyed good health for the past nine years, having all that time been subject to epileptic fits. She was taken with a fit on last Friday night about 10 o'clock, and from that time until she died, our informant says she had probably 100 fits. She was in an unconscious condition the whole of this time. The messenger, Death, kindly came at last to end her sufferings and to translate her spirit from this life to the beautiful home of the soul in the land of the leal.
Mrs. Lanning was born in Ohio August 4, 1817. She came to this State and county in 1846. She joined the church at 16 years of age and remained a member of the United Brethren denomination as long as she lived. The deceased was a devoted and earnest Christian. Before her fatal disease came upon her, she talked much about her home in Heaven. She leaves no children living, five having preceded her to the better land. The funeral sermon was preached at her residence on last Monday, by Rev. Thomas Evans of Pickering, after which her mortal remains were buried in the cemetery one mile west of Lanning's Mill. The spirit of the deceased has
Gone to a land of pure delight
     Where Saints immortal reign,
Where infinite day excludes the night
     And pleasures banish pain.
Life's duty done as sinks the day,
     Light from its load the spirit flies,
While Heaven and earth combine to say
      How blest the righteous when they die.

[LANNING, MARY A. MEDDLES]
Maryville Republican (Maryville, Missouri), Thursday, March 22, 1877
Mary A. Lanning, wife of Isaac A. Lanning, died March 17th, 1877. She was a devoted Christian and a loving wife; was born in Ohio, Aug. 4th, 1877 [1817] and gave her heart to God at the age of 16 years and has since lived a righteous life. Her maiden name was Mary Meddles. She was married Jan. 2d, 1845 in Ohio and the next fall emigrated to Nodaway county, Mo., where she spent the remainder of her life. At the age of 59 years, 7 months and 19 days she has
Gone to a land of pure delight
     Where Saints immortal reign,
Where infinite day excludes the night
     And pleasures banish pain.

Life's duty done as sinks the day,
     Light from its load the spirit flies,
While Heaven and earth combine to say
      How blest the righteous when they die.
She was the mother of five children, and they all sleep by her side. She was interred in the cemetery, one mile west of Lanning's Mill, on the 19th inst., under the funeral services of Rev. Thomas Evans of Pickering.

[LEE, MARTHA A. NOFFSINGER]
Nodaway Democrat (Maryville, Missouri), Thursday, April 26, 1877
DIED. Mrs. Martha A. Lee, wife of James Lee, the 9th day of April 1877, of pneumonia fever.
Martha A. Lee was born in Monroe county, Ohio, November 3d, 1840 and came with her parents, Martin Noffsinger and Matildah Noffsinger, to this county when she was quite young, and in February 1860 she was married to James Lee. She was the mother of seven children, who live to mourn her loss. Her mother, Matildah Noffsinger, is living in this county. Mrs. Lee had two brothers and two sisters living Nodaway county and one brother living in Kansas. [Poem not transcribed.]

[LINVILLE, LYCURGUS]
Nodaway Democrat (Maryville, Missouri), Thursday, August 9, 1877
GRAHAM – About two weeks ago Mr. Lycurgus Linville, son of the late Mr. Linville, one of the earliest settlers of Graham, arrived on a visit to his uncle Mr. Henry Linville. Soon after his arrival he was taken sick with dysentery; he kept getting worse till Tuesday last when death terminated his sufferings. He was buried beside his mother in the Groves Cemetery.

[MANELA, BENJAMIN]
Nodaway Democrat (Maryville, Missouri), Thursday, May 18, 1876
--We learn from 'Squire Jacob Winters that Benjamin Manela, of Jefferson township, died at the residence of his mother, on Tuesday, the 16th inst., of consumption. He leaves a wife and child; his wife is the daughter of I. Ritchlin, Esq. This makes the second one of that family who has died within the past six months. It is hardly necessary to say that his relatives have the warmest sympathies of the community in their grievous affliction.

[MARTIN, FLORA, MRS.]
Nodaway Democrat (Maryville, Missouri), Thursday, May 25, 1876
--Mrs. Flora Martin, wife of Jos. Martin, Esq., who is in the employ of Wm. B. Graves, was quite suddenly called to the better land at an early hour last Thursday morning. Mrs. Martin appeared in good health the Wednesday evening preceding her death and was unusually happy and lively at that time. She was taken sick with violent vomiting at about 1 o'clock Thursday morning, and rapidly grew worse until she passed away in the morning of that day at eight o'clock. Mr. Martin became alarmed and called in Dr. Morrison, but all efforts to save her were unavailing. Mrs. Martin was an estimable lady and was beloved by all who knew her. She leaves a devoted husband and two children to mourn her loss. The funeral services were conducted by Prof. Bush last Friday afternoon, after which the remains were followed to the grave.

[MARTIN, MARY JANE WENTZ]
Daily Democrat Forum (Maryville, Missouri), Monday, June 7, 1915
Martin Rites Held Today
Funeral For Mrs. Thomas Martin, 71, Took Place At Family Home.
Funeral services for Mrs. Mary Jane Martin, 71 years old, the wife of Thomas Martin, who died at ten o'clock Saturday night, were held at 2 o'clock this afternoon at the family home, 421 West Fifth street, conducted by the Rev. S. D. Harkness, pastor of the First Presbyterian church. The body was buried in Oak Hill cemetery.
Mrs. Martin had been in failing health for several years. She is survived by her husband and four children. They are Charles Martin of St. Joseph, Edward Martin, living in Southern Missouri, Harry Martin of Orrsburg and Mrs. Mary Henry of California. She also leaves a young granddaughter, Nona Willetts, who has been making her home for several years with her grandparents.

[MARTIN, THOMAS]
Maryville Tribune (Maryville, Missouri), Wednesday, April 5, 1922
Thomas Martin An Old Resident Dies Today
Was 85 Years Old and Had Lived Here Since 1869—Funeral Tomorrow at 2 o'clock.
Tom Martin, 85 years of age, died this morning at 4:45 o'clock at his home one West Fifth street following a long illness of a complication of diseases. He had been paralyzed for a number of years.
Mr. Martin was born in Chester County, Pa., in 1836 and came to Nodaway County in 1869, where he had since lived. He carried the first mail and express from the Burlington depot when this railroad first came through Maryville and continued in that business for six years. He lived on a farm north of Maryville for six years and since that time had lived in Maryville.
Surviving him are four children, Charles W. Martin, St. Joseph, Harry C. Martin, Ravenwood, Mrs. Mary Lawrence, Hollywood, Cal. and Ed L. Martin, Kansas City. One daughter, Mrs. Nora Willett, died in 1913. Nine grandchildren and two great grandchildren also survive.
Funeral services will be held tomorrow afternoon at 2 o'clock at the Price undertaking rooms, conducted by the Re. S. P. Allison, pastor of the First Presbyterian Church, and burial will be in the Oak Hill cemetery north of the city.

[MARTIN, THOMAS S.]
Nodaway Democrat (Maryville, Missouri), Thursday, November 30, 1876
--Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Martin are again called upon to mourn the loss of a beloved child. On last Saturday death removed from their family a bright little boy, aged about eleven months. The funeral services and burial took place on Sunday.

[MARTIN, THOMAS S.]
Maryville Republican (Maryville, Missouri), Thursday, November 30, 1876
--The infant son of Thomas Martin, aged 11 months, died last Saturday with pneumonia and was buried Sunday. It was a bright and interesting child and its sudden death was a heavy blow to the bereaved parents.

[MCMILLAN, MAY A.]
Nodaway Democrat (Maryville, Missouri), Thursday, March 16, 1876
--Mr. and Mrs. I. [ra] V. [ale] McMillan lost their little daughter, May, early last Friday morning, the 10th inst. Funeral services were held at Mr. McMillan's residence on Saturday, at eleven o'clock, conducted by Rev. J. W. Caughlan. This is a sad loss to the loving parents, but in this hour of their bereavement they can derive great consolation from the declaration of the Savior, that "of such is the kingdom of Heaven."

[MCMILLAN, MAY A.]
Nodaway Democrat (Maryville, Missouri), Thursday, March 16, 1876
DIED. In Maryville, Mo., March 10, 1876, of inflammatory croup, May A., Daughter of I. [ra] V. [ale] and Mattie L. McMillan, aged one year and 21 days.
Yes, little May has gone home to heaven, pure and sinless. God took her to be forever with him. It is hard for us, to whom is left the lonely home and blighted hopes, to realize her gain, which to us, is such a loss. She was just beginning to speak and what consolation to the mourning mother to know that in the moment of death the last word that trembled on those sweet lips was "Mamma." Farewell, darling baby May! While life lasts, we shall ever remember thee, as an angel sent to us for a brief season to teach us that of such is the kingdom of heaven and then taken home again as a beacon light to allure us to that home where all are like thee.  A.
[Note: Also published in the Maryville Republican, March 16, 1876.]

[MENDENHALL, JOHN]
Nodaway Democrat (Maryville, Missouri), Thursday, November 23, 1876
MENDENHALL. – John Mendenhall departed this life at the residence of his son Watson J. in Nodaway township, on the morning of Nov. 1, 1876, after a brief illness. He was born near Adelphi, Ross county, Ohio, Jan. 4, 1818, was married to Miss Sallie Jones, Feb. 10, 1840. In the fall of 1865, he removed with his family to Nodaway county Mo., locating in the Ohio settlement where he resided until his decease.
In 1832 he united with the M. E. Church and ever remained a consistent member of the same.
Almost the last words he uttered were, "let go of the world and work for Christ."

[MENDENHALL, SARAH "SALLIE" JONES]
Walnut Valley Times (El Dorado, Kansas), Saturday, February 14, 1891
W. J. Mendenhall went last evening to Burlington Junction, Mo., with the remains of his mother, Mrs. Sarah Mendenhall. Interment takes place in the family burying ground near that city.

[MENDENHALL, SARAH "SALLIE" JONES]
Maryville Republican (Maryville, Missouri), Thursday, February 19, 1891
--Mrs. Sallie Jones Mendenhall, widow of John Mendenhall, died at Eldorado, Kansas, February 11, 1891 of heart failure, aged 74 years. The funeral was held at Burlington Junction, her former home, on Sunday, February 15, attended by a large assemblage of friends, for she was very well known. She leaves an only son Watson J. Mendenhall, formerly of Burlington Junction, but now of Eldorado, Kansas, with whom the deceased had made her home since the death of her husband. D. D. Mendenhall, a nephew, and others of this city attended the funeral.

[MORAN, MARGARET CALLAHAN]
Nodaway Democrat (Maryville, Missouri), Thursday, August 31, 1876
--Says the St. Joseph Gazette of last Tuesday: "Mrs. Nicholas Moran, who came to this city recently from Nodaway county, to receive treatment for a cancer on her right cheek, died on Sunday and her remains were taken home on the 4 o'clock train, K. C., St. Joe and C. B. yesterday. She has been afflicted with the cancer for the past four years and has been attended by some of the leading physicians of the country, without obtaining any relief.

[MOZINGO, ALLEN]
Nodaway Democrat (Maryville, Missouri), Thursday, February 8, 1877
An Old Settler Gone. Death of Allen Mozingo.
Just as we go to press, we learn of the death of Allen Mozingo, one of the pioneer settlers of this county, which occurred on last Tuesday night, after a several week's illness in the nature of general debility. Mr. Mozingo has lived over a quarter of a century in the county, having come here when but a few persons resided in its present territorial limits. He witnessed the development and growth of the great resources with which this portion of the country has been so bountifully favored by Providence for a long number of years, contributing his share thereto.
He was esteemed by all who knew him as an honest man. His word was as good as his bond. The deceased leaves a devoted wife and eight children to mourn his loss. His remains will be consigned to their last resting place next Friday in the cemetery not far from his residence. Thus has an old and respected citizen closed his life. Peace to his ashes. February 8, 1877

[PARK, MRS.]
Nodaway Democrat (Maryville, Missouri), Thursday, April 12, 1877
GRAHAM—Mrs. Parks died Tuesday morning at six o'clock. She was getting better until a short time before her decease. Her remains were interred in the Odd Fellow's Prairie Home. The sympathies of all go out to the bereft husband and children.

[PASCHAL, SARAH ELIZABETH "LIZZIE" MCQUEARY]
Nodaway Democrat (Maryville, Missouri), Thursday, February 15, 1877
Called to Her Reward. Death of Mrs. Sarah Paschal.
Graham, Mo., Feb. 13, 1877.
By request of many relatives and friends, I send you the notice of the death of Sarah Paschal, which occurred on the evening of February 11th, in the 75th year of her age. She had been confined to the house, and to the bed principally all winter. Lung fever together with a chronic disease of the liver preyed upon her feeble frame after which she was confined to her bed and this complication of diseases caused her death. She was born in Shilks [Wilkes] county, North Carolina, August 24, 1802, and remained in that state until 1811 when her parents moved to Kentucky and purchased a small farm near Louisville. She lived there until March 30, 1826 when she was married to Alva Paschal, a farmer residing in that immediate neighborhood. They were blessed with ten children, seven boys and three girls, five of whom died with consumption and two departed this life when quite young. Pleasant M. was born Feb. 3, 1827; William E. was born Aug. 6, 1829; Francis M. was born Nov. 19, 1830, died Aug. 16, 1837; Nancy was born May 5, 1833; Thomas G. born June 17, 1835, died May 8, 1860; Elisabeth was born March 15, 1837, died May 9, 1861; Alexander C., born Jan. 31, 1840, died Feb. 7, 1858; Milton R. born Sep. 25, 1842, died April 25, 1863; Orpha F. born Dec. 19, 1844.
They lived together on their little farm for 28 years when Alva Paschal died, April 2, 1854, leaving a wife and six fatherless children. She labored under many trials and difficulties to support her family and in 1866 she and children wended their way to Missouri. She bought a farm in Holt county where she remained until October 1875 when she left the old farm and went to spend the remainder of her days with her daughter, Mrs. Orpha Spencer. She has one son and two daughters living who all reside near Graham. The deceased joined the Christian church in 1837 and has been a worthy member ever since. Another mother in Israel and a sincere believer in the doctrine of her church has been called to her reward in Heaven. However thick and impenetrable the clouds which at times seemed to obscure her interest in the blood of the Lamb, when Jesus and his salvation was the theme of conversation, the clouds seemed to be dispersed and the bright rays of the Sun of righteousness beamed upon her and her happiness was complete. Her sudden demise calls out sympathy from this community for the many friends of the family. Her remains were interred in the "Odd Fellow's Prairie Home." May God sanctify this dispensation of his Providence to all who mourn, if consistent with his will.   J. W. S.

[PHIPPS, JESSE FRANKLIN]
Maryville Republican (Maryville, Missouri), Thursday, December 12, 1889
At Rest. Mr. Jesse Phipps was an old and respected citizen of Nodaway county. He was born in Floyd county, Indiana, November 11, 1810. He was united in holy wedlock to Miss Rhoda Crotts on the 14th of April 1830. In 1840 he moved to Adams county, Ill. From there in 1872 they came to this state and settled in this county, 4 miles west of Maryville, where he lived with his beloved wife, who passed on before to the "silent city," Dec. 2, 1883. He was the father of nine children, eight sons and one daughter—five of whom are still living. Father Phipps in early life became a Christian; uniting with the church he lived a consistent, Godly life among his friends and neighbors, although sadly afflicted with the loss of his eyesight for the last 12 years. His death occurred Dec. 3, 1889 at the homestead. A large concourse of friends were in in attendance at his funeral when he was laid quietly away to rest in the Cain cemetery. Elder D. O. Hink was in attendance to administer words of comfort and admonition to the mourning ones, who "sorrow not as others who have no hope," for "Blessed are the dead who die in the Lord."

[PHIPPS, RHODA CROTTS]
Maryville Republican (Maryville, Missouri), Thursday, December 13, 1883
Obituary – Died at her residence on White Cloud, in Polk township, December 2, 1883, in her 72d year, Mrs. Rhoda Phipps, wife of Jesse Phipps. The subject of this sketch was born at Nashville, Tenn. on the 22d of Aug. 1812 and at about 5 years of age moved with her parents to Washington county, Ind. and on the 15th of April 1830, was married to Jesse Phipps, who still survives her, though 2 years her senior. He has been blind for about 5 years. From Indiana she with her husband, in 1840, moved to Adams county, Ill., and in 1872 removed to Nodaway county and settled on White Cloud, where she died. she was the mother of nine children, eight boys and one girl. All lived to be grown. She gave five of her sons to the Union army, one fell at the battle of Chickamauga and another contracted a disease from which he died soon after; the other three are still living. This was the part of her life she was most proud of. She joined the United Brethren church early in life and lived a consistent Christian ever afterwards. Her remains were interred in Cain cemetery, on the 3d inst., by the side of her son, Thomas J.   C. L.

[PHIPPS, THOMAS J.]
Nodaway Democrat (Maryville, Missouri), Thursday, May 17, 1877
Death of Thomas J. Phipps.
We regret to learn of the death of Thomas J. Phipps, which occurred on last Saturday at half past four o'clock P. M., at the residence of his father, about five miles southwest of Maryville, in Polk township. The immediate cause of his death was typhoid fever, though that invincible enemy of human flesh, consumption, had been preying upon his system for the past year or two. Mr. Phipps was born in Adams county, Illinois, September 3, 1849 and removed to this county with his father's family, some five or six years ago. He followed the profession of teaching for some years. Two years ago he was elected Collector of Polk township and discharged the duties of the office in a manner satisfactory to all. The deceased had many friends in Maryville; in fact wherever known he had friends. He was good-natured, of a jovial, mirthful disposition and fine social qualities. His many friends in this city and throughout the county will deeply lament his decease. His remains were buried in the Cain cemetery on Monday, the 14th inst.

[PHIPPS, THOMAS J.]
Maryville Republican (Maryville, Missouri), Thursday, May 17, 1877
Death of T. J. Phipps.
Thomas J. Phipps, well known to the citizens of Maryville and vicinity, died last Saturday at four o'clock P. M. Mr. Phipps has been in poor health for a long time; consumption, that fatal destroyer of the human race, having been preying upon him for two years. About two weeks ago he was attacked with Typho-Malarial fever. He got better of the fever, but he was so reduced that his system could not stand the shock and he passed quietly into the unknown world.
Mr. Phipps was well known as a teacher throughout the county, he having taught a number of years in Nodaway county. Two years ago, he was elected Collector of Polk township. At the expiration of his term of office he was so reduced in health as to give up all active business. Mr. Phipps was born September 3rd, 1849 in Bigneck, Adams County, Illinois. He died at his father's residence in Polk township and was buried in the cemetery near C. L. Cain's on Monday, the 14th of May. A large concourse of friends followed his remains to the grave.
Mr. Phipps had a host of friends throughout the county who will hear of his death with sorrow. The county has lost an enterprising citizen in his death. Mr. Phipps was unmarried but leaves an aged father and mother to mourn his loss.

[PITTMAN, LOVINA C. SPRINGER]
Nodaway Democrat (Maryville, Missouri), Thursday, June 22, 1876
The Last of Earth. Death of Mrs. Lovinah C. Pittman.
The demise of Mrs. Pittman has been expected for some time. She has been gradually declining for several months past and to her intimate friends, it was evident that death alone could terminate her lingering illness and painful affliction; yet when the event occurred, it filled the hearts of her many devoted friends with deep sorrow. They wept not, however, as those who have no hope, for she left behind her assurances of her acceptance with her Maker and admission into the glorious life beyond the dark portals of the tomb that awaits the good and pure of earth. Mrs. Pittman was born March 24, 1834, and consequently, was 42 years, 2 months and 28 days of age. She was married to Elias Pittman August 20, 1865. Her death took place on the 17th of June, about midnight. The funeral sermon was preached on last Sunday, at the Christian church, by Elder B. F. Bush. The very large audience in attendance was proof of the great esteem in which the deceased was held by the entire community.
Elder Bush's sermon was one highly appropriate to the occasion and was touching and impressive. Tears could be seen in the eyes of many in the audience when the speaker alluded to the fact that all must go "down into the valley of the shadow of death." He preached to the living and not to the dead and warned his audience that it was their duty to prepare for that solemn event called death, which would finally come to each one, as it had to the departed sister. His text was that familiar passage of scripture, "If any man be in Christ he is a new creature," and his sermon was replete with Christian sentiment and expression. He spoke of the fact that the deceased had been a member of the Christian church for the long period of twenty-five years and that during all that time she had been devoted and true to the faith she so much cherished, and a few days before her death, spoke of that event with Christian calmness and resignation. At the close of the sermon her remains were taken to the cemetery and consigned to the grave.
Mr. Pittman has the sympathy of numerous friends and acquaintances in the deep bereavement that has fallen upon him in the loss of a loved companion, and faithful wife.

[PITTMAN, LOVINA C. SPRINGER]
Maryville Republican (Maryville, Missouri), Thursday, June 22, 1876
--Last Saturday morning Death entered the house of our fellow townsman, E. [lias] Pittman and chose for his victim Mrs. Louvinah C. Pittman, the wife and mother. She had suffered long but patiently and her spirit left its earthly tenement without a struggle. The funeral services were conducted by Elder Bush in the Christian church, of which denomination deceased had been a faithful member for the past twenty-five years. The remains were followed to the grave by a large concourse of friends.

[RADFORD, MYRTIE EMILY]
Nodaway Democrat (Maryville, Missouri), Thursday, December 21, 1876
--Myrtie Emily, youngest child of William and Sally Radford, of Quitman, died December 15, aged eighteen months.
[Note: The same notice was published in the Maryville Republican, December 21, 1876.]

[RAINS, MATILDA E. JONES]
Nodaway Democrat (Maryville, Missouri), Thursday, May 3, 1877
GRAHAM – Mrs. Rains died on the 27th of April of consumption. She has been ailing for two years past. The deceased has been long a resident of Graham. She was a true Christian woman and died in the triumphs of a living faith in her blessed redeemer. She was a member of the Christian church. Her remains were interred on Saturday evening in the Odd Fellow's Prairie Home.

[RAINS, MATILDA E. JONES]
Maryville Republican (Maryville, Missouri), Thursday, May 3, 1877
GRAHAM – Mrs. Matilda E. Rains, who has been afflicted for a long time with consumption, passed quietly and peacefully from the cares and troubles of time on Friday. She has lived in this vicinity for a great number of years, and we can attest to her kindness and good deeds to the afflicted while in health and strength and humbly trust she has received the reward promised those who should even give a cup of cold water in the name of the Lord. She was buried on Saturday at the Linville Cemetery beside her husband who preceded her to the spirit land some five years since. While they rest in the "still shades "we trust that the voice of charity will cover the imperfections which all flesh is heir to, and may their good deeds ever be cherished in the hearts of all who knew them.

[RITTENOUR, EDWARD'S INFANT]
Nodaway Democrat (Maryville, Missouri), Thursday, March 16, 1876
CLEARMONT – Mr. E. [dward] Rittenour lost a bright, promising child on Tuesday, the 7th inst., with croup. He was one year old. The fond parents are greatly grieved at the loss of their only child.

[RITTENOUR, JAMES T.]
Nodaway Democrat (Maryville, Missouri), Thursday, August 31, 1876

--Mr. and Mrs. Rittenour, of Clearmont, lost their youngest child, aged eighteen months, on last Sunday.

[RITTENOUR, JAMES T.]
Maryville Republican (Maryville, Missouri), Thursday, August 31, 1876
--Death has visited the home of Mr. Milton Rittenour at Clearmont and taken therefrom James T., their youngest child and a sweet little babe.

[ROBINETT, SANFORD]
Nodaway Democrat (Maryville, Missouri), Thursday, November 30, 1876
--Mr. Sandford [Sanford] Robinett, of Nodaway county, died on Saturday morning last and was buried at the Rhodes graveyard, some four and a half miles north of Savannah, where a number of his wife's relatives are interred, on Sunday last. Deceased was the son-in-law of James Robinson and brother-in-law of Jesse Snyder, both of that neighborhood. – Andrew County Republican.

[ROYAL, ANDREW]
Salt Lake Tribune (Salt Lake City, Utah), Tuesday, July 4, 1944
ANDREW ROYAL – Andrew Royal, 73, died at his residence, St. George hotel, 40 E. Broadway, Monday at 7:45 a. m.
Mr. Royal was born in Maryville, Mo., Nov. 5, 1870, a son of Mr. and Mrs. Andrew Royal. For 35 years he was a railway mail clerk on Union Pacific railroad. Earlier, he was postmaster at Pueblo, Colo. and was a past exalted ruler of Victor, Colo., lodge No. 367, B. P. O. E.
Survivors include two daughters, Mrs. Margaret Benzon, Salt Lake City, and Mrs. Blanche Miester, Los Angeles; two stepsons, Bud Carlson and Clinton Carlson, Orting, Wash. and 6 grandchildren.

[ROYAL, HESTER ANN MARKER]
Nodaway Democrat (Maryville, Missouri), Thursday, March 30, 1876
At Rest. Death of Mrs. Hester A. Royal.
It is with feelings of profound sorrow that we chronicle the death of Mrs. Hester A. [nn] Royal, wife of Judge Andrew Royal, of this city, which occurred on last Tuesday night at about fifteen minutes of eight o'clock.
Mrs. Royal has been gradually declining in health and strength for some four or five months past, but her death at the time it took place was unexpected. On Tuesday morning she rose at her usual hour and remarked to her husband that she was feeling better than usual. The Judge having business in the Circuit Court that demanded his attention, repaired to the courthouse about 9 o'clock and at ten o'clock a messenger brought him word that his wife was much worse and was rapidly failing. The Judge returning home found Mrs. Royal fast declining. She continued to grow weaker until the hour of her decease; the messenger, death, then summoned her spirit from its frail tenement of clay to the glorious home prepared for the good and pure of earth in the supernal habitations of the celestial world. Mrs. Royal was born in Illinois and moved to Nodaway county about twenty-one years ago. She was thirty-six years of age the 12th of last January. She and the Judge were married on the 30th of August 1860. The deceased leaves three children, the youngest a child four and a half months of age. Mrs. Royal was a member of the M. E. Church and about an hour previous to her death, sent for her pastor, Rev. J. W. Caughlan, and had her children baptized. The Judge and his wife have four children dead, three of whom are buried in the cemetery north of town. The deceased was rational to the last moment and awaited death patiently, quietly and with Christian resignation. Her devoted husband and bereft children have the warmest sympathies of their many friends in their sad affliction. While they mourn the loss of her who was so dear to them, they can be comforted and consoled by the reflection that her happy spirit has been called by her Savior to live in the realms of endless day and roam o'er the elysian fields of Paradise as long as eternity endures.
The funeral services were held at the Judge's resident on Wednesday at 2 o'clock, by Rev. J. W. Caughlan, after which her remains were taken to the cemetery north of town and consigned to their last resting place in the presence of a large assemblage of friends and acquaintances. Circuit Court adjourned at noon and his Honor, Judge Kelley and the members of the bar attended the funeral.

[ROYAL, HESTER ANN MARKER]
Maryville Republican (Maryville, Missouri), Thursday, March 30, 1876
Passed Away. Death of Mrs. Hester A. Royal.
It was with surprise and sorrow that the people of Maryville, last Wednesday morning, heard of the death of Mrs. Royal, wife of Judge Royal. She had been in declining health for four or five months but none mistrusted her end was so near. Tuesday morning she arose and remarked she felt better than before for a long time. But she soon lay down, grew worse, and expired a little before eight o'clock in the evening. She was conscious to the last and about an hour before she died sent for her pastor, the Rev. Mr. Caughlan, and had her children baptized. She was a most exemplary member of the M. E. Church and met the King of Terrors without fear, calmly and peacefully trusting in her Savior. Mrs. Royal was born in the State of Illinois and was a little over thirty years of age at the time of her death. She was united in marriage to Judge Royal on the 30th of August 1860.
The deceased had been a resident of the county twenty-one years.  Mrs. Royal was the mother of seven children, four of the little ones welcoming her as angels on the shining shore; three are yet alive and have to learn what it is to live without a mother's love and a mother's care.
Her funeral services took place at their residence. Court adjourned so that the bar could attend the funeral. The services were conducted by the Rev. Mr. Caughlan, who preached an impressive discourse from Philippians, third chapter, 20th and 21st verses. Mrs. Royal was beloved by every one that knew her. Her was heart was ever open to sympathy, her hand ever ready to relieve the needy.
It can truly be said that a good woman has fallen; but those she loved can mourn, not as ones without hope for their loss is her gain.

[RUSSELL, MARY JANE MOSS]
Nodaway Democrat (Maryville, Missouri), Thursday, March 9, 1876
Gone Home. Death of Mrs. Mary Jane Russell.
The sad event announced above occurred on the 29th of February at the residence of Mr. Robert Russell, husband of the deceased. Mrs. Russell died from the effects of pneumonia and confinement after several days of painful illness, during all of which time she bore her sufferings with Christian humility and patience. The deceased was the daughter of Solomon Moss, Esq., and was highly respected and esteemed by all who knew her. She was a member of the Christian church for many years and from early life was noted for her piety and devotion to Christianity. A kindhearted, generous, benevolent and philanthropic woman has been taken from her friends and relatives in this world to the purer and higher life beyond the confines of times and the portals of the tomb. Mrs. Russell leaves six children and a devoted husband to mourn her loss. "Blessed are those who die in the Lord."

[SAUNDERS, JACKY]
Nodaway Democrat (Maryville, Missouri), Thursday, November 16, 1876

DIED. SAUNDERS. – On the 8th inst., near Graham, Mo., of croup. Jacky, son of Stratford and Mittie Saunders, aged about five years. [Poem not transcribed.]

[SEVERS, ISABELLA LAMAR]
Nodaway Democrat (Maryville, Missouri), Thursday, March 9, 1876
With the Angels. Death of Mrs. Isabella Severs.
This sad event took place on the 4th of March. The beautiful saying that "To die is to go home" is once more verified in the case of the decease of the subject of this obituary notice. To Mrs. Severs, as to all humble believers and devoted Christians, death was but the gateway or entrance to a better life. the deceased retained her consciousness until a few moments before her departure and spoke calmly and with Christian resignation of that event. She left behind assurances of her acceptance with her Maker and passed away in the glorious hope of a blessed immortality. The deceased was a member of the M. E. Church, South, for many years. She leaves a devoted husband and two children—a little girl five years of age and a little boy two years of age—to mourn her loss. Mrs. Severs was a sister of John M., James W. and Thos. Lamar. Her spirit is at rest in the beautiful home of the soul.

[SEVERS, ISABELLA LAMAR]
Nodaway Democrat (Maryville, Missouri), Thursday, June 1, 1876
Lamar Station, May 29, '76 – The funeral of Mrs. Hugh Severs was preached at the church in this place, on Sunday, the 28th inst., at 11 o'clock A. M. by Elder Vandeventer of St. Joseph.

[SHELTON, JAMES HILL]
Nodaway Democrat (Maryville, Missouri), Thursday, March 16, 1876
--The funeral sermon of James Shelton, who lived about nine miles west of Maryville, was preached at the Main street M. E. Church last Sabbath by Rev. J. W. Caughlan. A very large audience was present, and the sermon was an able and impressive one. Mr. Shelton was a member of the M. E. Church. He leaves, we learn, a wife and seven children. At the conclusion of the sermon his remains were taken to the cemetery north of town and there consigned to their last resting place in the presence of numerous friends and relatives. The deceased was highly esteemed for his many good qualities.

[SINGREY, CATHERINE GWIN]
Nodaway Democrat (Maryville, Missouri), Thursday, May 24, 1877
At Rest. Death of Mrs. Catherine Singery.
Again this community has been called upon to mourn the loss of one much esteemed by all who knew her. Mrs. Singery died on the morning of the 14th inst., at her residence in Hughes township. The disease was cancer of the stomach. She was confined to her bed three months and until a few days before her death, hopes were entertained of her recovery, but death at last came and took her spirit to its eternal home. Mrs. Singery was born July 4, 1813, in Morrow county, Ohio. She resided with her parents until 1836 when she married a Mr. Singery. The young couple, though poor, by their industry soon accumulated a neat fortune and purchased a small farm in Morrow county. They lived a life of happiness on their farm until 1855 when they bade adieu to their cherished home and moved to Wisconsin. They remained in that State until the fall of 1875 when they moved to this county and purchased a farm lying four miles north of Graham, upon which she lived up to the time of her decease. Her demise has cast a gloom over the entire community. Her disposition was mild, amiable and generous and her manner were most agreeable, unassuming and accomplished. The keen perception of her brilliant intellect, the fertility of here vivid imagination and the fine discriminating judgement of her literary taste were attributes of her extraordinary genius. No one knew her but to esteem her. We hope that our loss is her gain. We miss her but let her rest. When Spring time comes with its swelling buds and fair young blossoms we will then think of her words of comfort and cheer. When Autumn fades into Winter and the earth is covered with a sheet of white we will then think of the many blessings she has bestowed upon us from infancy to manhood. To the husband who has been deprived of so worthy a companion, the heartfelt sympathies of the community are extended. Her remains were interred in the Odd Fellow's Prairie Home on Wednesday. We commend the husband and relatives to Him at whose word the grave gives up its dead; who doeth all things well. Trees may bud and blossom, flowers expand their fragrant petals and warbling birds return with songs of joy but all to the bereft husband is sorrow. Our friends and relatives are fast fading away and we know not how soon we will be called to follow them. We should endeavor so to live that when death comes to us we will be prepared to enter that home where many dear friends have gone before.
[Note: The last name is spelled Singrey on her headstone.]

[SINGREY, CATHERINE GWIN]
Maryville Republican (Maryville, Missouri), Thursday, May 24, 1877
GRAHAM – Mrs. Singery, who has been confined to her bed for many months by reason of a painful affliction, died on Monday evening. She was an estimable lady. Many friends sympathize with her bereft companion.

[SMITH, ALICE]
Nodaway Democrat (Maryville, Missouri), Thursday, March 1, 1877
GRAHAM --Alice, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Smith, died on the morning of February 22. Her disease was consumption. She was a refined young lady and a true Christian, having joined the Christian church when quite young. We all sympathize with the many relatives and friends in this their hour of bereavement. Her remains were interred in the Odd Fellows' Prairie Home.

[SMITH, ALICE]
Maryville Republican (Maryville, Missouri), Thursday, March 1, 1877
GRAHAM – Alice Smith, a young lady aged about fifteen, died on Friday last and was followed to her last resting place in the prairie home on Saturday. Her health had been failing for the past year. She was an estimable young lady, and many friends mourn her early death. She was a daughter of Jack Smith.

[SMITH, MRS.]
Nodaway Democrat (Maryville, Missouri), Thursday, May 24, 1877
GRAHAM – Mrs. Smith, of Fillmore, died of quick consumption on the 16th inst. She now lies buried by her husband who died about four years ago, in the Odd Fellow's Prairie Home. She was a true Christian woman, and her sudden demise is deeply lamented throughout the community. May the bereft children endeavor so to live that when death shall come to them they will be prepared to meet their parents gone before where parting is no more.

[SMITH, SALLIE]
Maryville Republican (Maryville, Missouri), Thursday, May 24, 1877
GRAHAM – Miss Sallie Smith of Andrew county, died on the 13th inst. and was buried in the "Prairie Home" on the Monday following.

[SMITH, THOMAS HIRAM'S INFANT]
Nodaway Democrat (Maryville, Missouri), Thursday, May 3, 1877
GRAHAM – John Smith and wife were called upon to mourn the loss of an infant child on Friday.
[Note: The headstone gives the father's name as T. H. Smith.]

[SMITH, THOMAS HIRAM'S INFANT]
Maryville Republican (Maryville, Missouri), Thursday, May 3, 1877
GRAHAM – Tom Smith and wife lost an infant child by death on Friday.

[SMITH, J. WOODSON]
Daily Democrat-Forum and Maryville Tribune (Maryville, Missouri), Monday, March 22, 1926
Merchant of 70's Is Dead. J. Woodson Smith, Kansas City, To Be Buried Here.
To Maryville in 1875. With Brother, C. Q. Smith, He Conducted Drygoods Business for 20 Years—Prominent Otherwise.
J. Woodson Smith, 81 years old, who was a resident of Maryville for about twenty-seven years, died yesterday afternoon at his home in Kansas City. Funeral services were conducted at 2 o'clock this afternoon at the home of Mrs. Leon Smith in Kansas City and the services were conducted by the Rev. Burris A. Jenkins of that city.
The body will be sent to Maryville and will arrive here at noon tomorrow. Funeral services will be held at 2 o'clock tomorrow afternoon at the Price Funeral Chapel, to be conducted by the Rev. R. E. Musgrave, pastor of the First Christian Church of this city. Burial will take place in Oak Hill cemetery.
A Native of Missouri
Mr. Smith was a native of Missouri, having been born in December 1844 in Cooper County. He was educated in private schools and entered upon his business career as a salesman for H. S. Mills, a prominent dry goods merchant at Arrow Rock, Saline County, Mo. He remained with Mr. Mills for five years and then engaged in business for himself under the firm name of Smith Bros. for three years.
Maryville was then selected as a more promising point for this firm and in March 1875, in connection with his brother, C. Q. Smith, he opened a dry goods store at the southwest corner of the square under the firm name of Smith Bros. In 1880 the Smith Block, a three-story brick structure, was erected and in 1895 it was extended to the alley. This building is now known as the Mutz building.
After twenty years in the dry goods business the firm sold out to Donnell, Frazer and Co.
Mr. Smith was one of the early stockholders in the Hanamo Telephone Co. and the Maryville Electric Light and Power Co. of this city. He was president of the telephone company at its organization and was also president of the light company here for several years. The light company was organized in 1890 and the first powerhouse was erected by the side of the Wabash tracks and finally in 1896 the present plant at Fifth and Buchanan streets was built.
Was Twice Married
Mr. Smith was married to Miss Mary Huston of Marshall, Mo., on Dec. 23, 1869 at Arrow Rock, Mo. She died April 30, 1879, leaving two children, Mrs. George M. Spurlock of York, Neb. and Leon Smith of Kansas City, who died October 31, 1924. Leon Smith was president of the Smith-McCord-Townsend Dry Goods Co. of Kansas City at the time of his death.
In 1886 Mr. Smith married Miss Mamie Ellis of Maryville, a daughter of the late A. T. Ellis, a leading druggist of the city and a representative of one of the pioneer families of Nodaway County. Her death occurred August 26, 1915.
Mr. Smith moved to Kansas City in 1902 and was sometime proprietor of the Woodson Smith Hat Co., of that city. For the last ten years Mr. Smith had been a factory representative for an out-of-town concern in Kansas City and was active in business and drove his own motor car up to a month ago. In earlier years he was active in chamber of commerce activities in Kansas City.
He is survived by his daughter, Mrs. Spurlock, two sisters, Mrs. N. R. Pittman and Mrs. C. V. Ellis, who live at the home of Mrs. Pittman's daughter, Mrs. John B. Pew of Kansas City and a brother, C. Q. Smith of San Antonio.

[SMITH, JAMES THOMAS]
Nodaway Democrat (Maryville, Missouri), Thursday, August 17, 1876
James T. Smith. His Decease in Maryland.
On Monday, the 24th day of last July, Mr. James T.[homas] Smith left his home in this city to visit relatives and friends in Washington county, Maryland. He arrived at the residence of his mother on the Saturday following, very much fatigued and feeling quite sick. He was taken to bed at once with typhoid fever. Medical assistance was procured but as Mr. Smith gradually grew worse, a telegram was sent to his wife on the following Tuesday informing her of the serious condition of her husband. Mrs. Smith left on the next train and arrived where her husband was on Friday night at 12M. She, however, did not find him alive. He died on the previous Thursday morning at 6 o'clock. His body was preserved in ice until Mrs. Smith's arrival.
Mr. Smith had a severe spell of the typhoid fever about eight months ago, from the effects of which he never recovered. It left him with an impaired constitution, which, together with the loss of sleep and fatigue incident to the trip to Maryland, doubtless contributed to his death.
The deceased was born in Washington county, Maryland, May 16, 1833. He came from Illinois to Maryville in 1870, where he has since resided. He has during that period been in the employ of the hardware stores in this city. Prior to his sickness he was hard working, industrious man.
Mr. Smith leaves a wife and four children—one boy and three girls—to mourn his sad death. His son is Mr. Will M. Smith, a compositor in the Democrat office. Mr. Smith's life was insured in the Alliance Mutual Life Assurance Company of Leavenworth, Kansas for $1,000.
The many friends of the deceased deeply sympathize with his family in their sad bereavement.

[SMITH, JAMES THOMAS]
Maryville Republican (Maryville, Missouri), Thursday, August 17, 1876
--It is with regret that we chronicle the death of our fellow townsman, James T. [homas] Smith. He died in Washington county, Maryland, on last Thursday. He had left Maryville but a short time previous for his mother's home at that place, whither he went to transact some business. His wife was telegraphed for but reached his bedside a few hours after his spirit had taken its flight.

[SMITH, SAMUEL E.]
Nodaway Democrat (Maryville, Missouri), Thursday, January 11, 1877
--Samuel E. Smith, of this city, died of lung fever on last Wednesday morning, after an illness of six days. He passed peacefully away to the better land in the full possession of his faculties, surrounded by his devoted family and relatives and was perfectly resigned. Deceased was an esteemed citizen and was highly respected by all who knew him. He leaves a wife and six children to feel the want of his protecting arm and mourn his loss. Deceased was a brother-in-law of Elias Pittman and Benj. Holcomb. The remains of the deceased were interred in Oak Hill Cemetery, today, Thursday, at 2 o'clock P. M.

[SMITH, SAMUEL E.]
Maryville Republican (Maryville, Missouri), Thursday, January 11, 1877
--We regret to hear of the death of Mr. S. [amuel] E. Smith. Mr. Smith has acted as janitor of the public school for four years. The news of his death came very unexpectedly as but few knew he was sick. Mr. Smith was a quiet, hardworking man and his loss will be severely felt by the community.

[SMITH, WOODSON "WOODIE"]
Nodaway Democrat (Maryville, Missouri), Thursday, March 1, 1877
--Mr. and Mrs. J. W.[oodson] Smith of this city have been suddenly called upon to mourn the loss of their son, Woodson, aged nearly two years. The little one was taken suddenly ill on last Thursday night with membranous croup and passed away the following Friday at 11 o'clock, being sick but a few hours. The remains of the loved one were consigned to their resting place on Saturday, the funeral services having been conducted at the residence by Re. Workman. The fond parents have the heartfelt sympathy of their many friends in their great affliction.

[SMITH, WOODSON "WOODIE"]
Maryville Republican (Maryville, Missouri), Thursday, March 1, 1877
--Last Friday morning the spirit of little Woodie, son of J. W. and Mamie Smith, was wafted to the arms of Him who said, "Suffer little children to come unto me." Woodie was eighteen months old and was the idol of the household. He was taken sick with membranous croup and in a few hours death had set his seal upon the cherished one. The hearts of our people go out to the bereaved ones.

[SMITH, WOODSON "WOODIE"]
Maryville Republican (Maryville, Missouri), Thursday, March 29, 1877
Died, in Maryville, Nodaway county, Mo., Feb. 23d, 1877, Woodie, infant son of J. W. and Manie Smith, aged one year and seven months.
"Asleep in Jesus, blessed sleep,
From which none ever wake to weep.
A calm and undisturbed repose,
   Unbroken by the last of foes."
Little Woodie was the youngest of three bright and interesting children of this household. In the early morn of life, bright, beautiful and promising, the pride and delight of fond parents, this little treasure passed away from earth after a brief illness, during which time all that human skill could accomplish was done for the little sufferer, but to no avail, for Death had set his seal upon him and the icy hand could not be stayed. The kind Savior, who manifested so much care for little children whilst on earth and pointed to such as emblems of the kingdom of heaven, removed this tender plant from the struggles and conflicts of earth and transplanted it in heaven where the pain and sufferings incident to this life are unknown and where sickness and death are strangers. May this tie in heaven bind the parents closer to the throne and may they so live that when summoned to meet the loved one gone before and the innumerable host on high, may parents and children meet in an unbroken circle around the throne of God and unite in singing his praises forever.  J. A. S.

[STEPHAN, JOSEPH CHARLES]
Nodaway Democrat (Maryville, Missouri), Thursday, March 1, 1877
Mr. and Mrs. Valentine Stephan mourn the loss of their beloved son, Joseph Charles, aged four years, whose death occurred on Monday night, the fatal disease being scarlet fever. He was sick only a few days when his little spirit was taken away to that beautiful home where sickness and death never come. His remains were buried in the Catholic cemetery on Wednesday forenoon. The sympathy of the many friends and acquaintances of the bereaved parents are extended to them in the sad affliction they have thus sustained.

[STEPHAN, JOSEPH CHARLES]
Maryville Republican (Maryville, Missouri), Thursday, March 1, 1877
--Last Monday night Joseph Charles, a four-year-old son of Valentine Stephan, died with the scarlet fever. The funeral services were held yesterday at the residence of Mr. Adam Stephan. Five other children of the same family are sick with the fell disease and the bereaved family have the sympathy of all.

[STEPHAN, MARY PLACIDA, SISTER]
Maryville Daily Forum (Maryville, Missouri), Friday, October 5, 1951
Death Takes Pioneer Member of Convent
Sister Mary Placida Stephan, age 92, pioneer member of the Benedictine Convent of Perpetual Adoration at Clyde, died at 6:50 p. m. yesterday on the eve of her 74th year in the Convent. She had been ill for 12 days.
Sister Placida was born in Maryville, Sept. 25, 1860. She entered the Convent at Clyde Sept. 2, 1876 and pronounced her religious vows Oct. 5, 1877.
Survivors of Sister Mary Placida are three sisters, Mrs. Ben Hecket, Spokane; Miss Elizabeth Stephan, Seattle; and Mrs. Veronica Hall, 413 South Main street, Maryville.
Funeral services will be held at 8:30 a. m. tomorrow at the Convent and burial will be in the Convent cemetery.

[SWAYZE, WESLEY]
Nodaway Democrat (Maryville, Missouri), Thursday, May 25, 1876
--We regret to chronicle the death of Mr. Wesley Swayze, which occurred on Thursday, the 18th inst., at about 2 o'clock P. M. Mr. Swayze had been sick during the winter and for several weeks before his death it was evident that he could not recover from the general prostration and debility resulting from the long wasting and decaying disease which had been preying upon his system for several months. The deceased leaves a wife and two daughters, one of whom is married. He was buried on last Friday with Masonic honors by Maryville Lodge No. 165, A. F. & A. M. of which he was a member. His funeral sermon was preached at the Advent Christian Chapel, by Rev. Wm. Thomas, who paid a glowing tribute to the memory of the deceased. Mr. Swayze was a devoted and true member of the Advent Christian Church and died in the faith which he so fondly cherished. The burial ceremonies were conducted by A. P. Morehouse, W. M. of Maryville lodge, in a solemn and impressive manner. Mr. Swayze was highly respected and esteemed by all who knew him. His afflicted relatives have the sympathies of their many friends in their sad affliction. .  . .

[SWAYZE, WESLEY]
Maryville Republican (Maryville, Missouri), Thursday, May 25, 1876
--Last Thursday at 2 o'clock W. [esley] Swazee died at his residence in Maryville. He had been confined to his bed for a long time and suffered greatly before death came to release him. He was a member of Maryville Lodge, No. 165, A. F. & A. M. and was buried with Masonic honors. His funeral was preached by Rev. Wm. Thomas, in the Advent Christian Church, of which he was a member. He was quite well known in Maryville and leaves many besides his family to mourn his loss.

[SWEIGART, BENJAMIN]
Nodaway Democrat (Maryville, Missouri), Thursday, March 8, 1877
Dead In Bed. The Body of Benjamin Sweigart Thus Found on Last Sunday Morning.
On last Sunday about 9 o'clock A. M. the report that a man had been found dead in bed that morning at his residence near the depot, gained circulation throughout town. It was soon ascertained to be true. The man's name was Benjamin Sweigart. He was a shoemaker by trade and has been in the employ of George Kraus for several years past. The coroner, Thomas Phillips, Esq., was soon acquainted with the sudden death and proceeded to empanel a jury and hold an inquest over the dead body. This was done in the afternoon of Sunday. On Monday several witnesses were examined before the coroner and jury. Their testimony showed that Sweigart was drinking some on Saturday. Some time during the day it appears that he and his wife had a few unpleasant words, and she went to the house of her mother, not far away, and remained there Saturday night. Sweigart, according to the testimony of N. T. Jones, night policeman, left town a few minutes after 12 o'clock Saturday night.
Chester Hoard, brother-in-law of the deceased, testified that a little before 1 o'clock he found him lying on the street in a state of intoxication, a short distance west of Elder Smith's residence, on Third street, about a block from his home. Hoard took him home and put him to bed. His clothes were left on, only his boots being pulled off. Hoard remained in the house during the balance of the night and got up next morning between 7 and 8 o'clock. He called to Sweigart to get up. Receiving no answer, he went to the bed. Upon attempting to arouse him he found that Sweigart was dead.
The following is the written opinion of Drs. J. W. Dean and M. R. Hackedorn, who were appointed by Coroner Phillips to examine the body:
Maryville, Mo., March 5, '77.
The undersigned having been appointed to examine the body of one Benjamin Sweigart, found dead at his residence in Maryville, Mo., on the 4th of March, 1877, do hereby state that we have performed the duty imposed and that in our judgment he came to his death by asphyxia—said condition having been partially produced from a torpor of the medulla oblongata, induced from an excess of intoxicating drinks and partially from a mechanical cause, having been found lying on a feather bed, face downwards and having vomited a large quantity of ingesta, thereby preventing the inhalation of air."   J. W. Dean, M. D., M.R. Hackedorn, M. D.
The jury, from the evidence offered before them and from the written opinion of the physicians, returned their verdict as follows:
We, the undersigned jurors, empaneled and sworn on the 4th day of March 1877, at the township of Polk, and county of Nodaway, to diligently inquire and true presentment make, how and by whom Benjamin Sweigart, whose body was found dead at his home on Third street, in the City Company's addition to Maryville, said county and State, on the 4th day of March, 1877, came to his death, having viewed the body and heard the evidence, do find that the deceased came to his death by cause of intoxication and partially from lying with his face downward and having vomited a large amount of indigestible matter which prevented the inhalation of air. [Names of jury not transcribed.]
Sweigart was a native of Switzerland and had no relatives in this country. He was about 28 years of age and had been married four years. he was an industrious man, peaceable and quiet except when under the influence of intoxication at which times occasionally he was a little cross to his wife. At all other times he was a very good husband.
The deceased leaves a wife and two children. His funeral services were conducted by Prof. Bush at the Christian church at 2 o'clock P. M., on Tuesday, after which his remains were conveyed to the cemetery north of town, where they were interred.