Kinney, Sarah A.

Miss Sarah Ann Marshall was born at Monroe Centre, Ashtabula County, Ohio, April 9, 1832. She was married to Harlow Kinney, July 10, 1853, at West Springfield, PA. and moved with him to Iowa the following November. The family came to Nickerson, October 27. 1875, where Mrs. Kinney has since made her home, and where she died last Thursday, September 20, 1906 Mrs. Kinney leaves three children; Mrs. J. K. Ewing, whose home is in Seattle, Washington, Miss Ernestine L. Kinney and J. C. F. Kinney both of this place. The oldest child Alonzo Kinney died August 3, 1855. funeral services were held at the home Sunday, September 23, conducted by Dr. Brandt of Nickerson. The text for the occasion, previously selected by Mrs. Kinney herself was " If a man dies shall he live again? All the days of my appointed time will I wait, till my change comes."- Job 14:14. The remains were followed to their last resting place in Wildmead Cemetery by many old settlers, who had known Mrs. Kinney for years and sympathized with the bereaved family.


Nickerson Argosy Thursday September 27, 1906

Dawson, J. W.

J. W. Dawson died Friday at the home of a sister in Hutchinson. Mr. Dawson's back was broken in a run-away accident on the farm in Salt Creek township several weeks ago, since that time he has been paralyzed below the waist. Mr. Dawson was born in Pottawatomie County in 1870 and moved with family to Reno County in 1884, settling near Castleton, later moving to Salt Creek township where he has since resided. He is survived by five children, Mrs. Grace Gann, Evansville, Indiana, Mrs. Fred Wildire, Hutchinson, Miss Rosomond Dawson, Robert Dawson, and Hazel Dawson, who live at home, a brother B. L. Dawson, Hutchinson and four sisters, Mrs. J. M. Brown, Miss Susan Dawson and Miss Katherine Dawson of Hutchinson and Mrs. Rachel Martenor of Haven.The funeral was held Sunday from the home in Salt Creek township and burial was made in Pleasant View Cemetery at Darlow.


Nickerson Argosy December 3, 1925

Theede, Kraus

Died after about five weeks sickness of malaria fever, Kraus Theede, eight year old, youngest son of John and Annie Theede, of Washington township Rice County, June 2, 1898. Funeral services at the residence June 3, at 9:30 a.m. by J. W.. A large procession of sympathizing friends and neighbors followed the remains to Wildmead Cemetery where his mortal remains were deposited in their last resting place.


Nickerson Argosy June 9, 1898

Baggs, Robert Mrs.

Mrs. Robert Baggs died at her home north of town, October 18, after seven months illness. She was born in Shelby County, Ohio in 1847. She was converted at seventeen years of age, and died trusting in Jesus. She leaves a husband, three sons, two daughters and many friends to mourn her death. Rev. Perry conducted the funeral services, after which the remains were laid to rest in the Partridge Cemetery.


Kansas November 23, 1896

Buttrick, Mrs.

Mrs. Buttrick, died at her home in this city Thursday morning after a short illness. The funeral services took place Friday afternoon from the Salvation Army hall, an organization the deceased was a member of, and conducted by Captain Moore. One son is left to mourn the loss of his best friend - a mother. He has the sympathy of the entire community in his deep sorrow.


The Clipper November 21, 1896

Bailey, Mary A.

At the National Hotel, in Ellinwood, Kansas, Friday morning at 8:30 o'clock December 24, 1897, Mrs. Mary A. Bailey, mother of R. C. Bailey and Mrs. Carrie E. Winterburg, of Great Bend, Lester J. Bailey, of Clafin, Mrs. Abbie Mullen of Nickerson, Mrs. Mary S. Fisher, of Newton and Mrs. Jacob Heidly of Ellenwood. Mother Bailey was sick only a few days, and died very sudden caused by neuralgia of the nerves, She was conscious until the last and talked to her oldest and youngest daughter who were present at her bedside. She was married to Mr. C. C. Bailey in 1844, and became a charter member of the First Christian Church at Smithville, Mo. and he was a deacon in the church for 20 years. Father and Mother Bailey with their family came to Kansas in 1867, locating in Leavenworth, and in 1872 moved to Hutchinson and later to Nickerson, where Mr. Bailey died, April 24, 1882. Mother Bailey was 69 years, 5 months and 2 days old at the time of her death. Her home was always a place of welcome for any minister of the gospel who was in need of hospitality and cheer in the early settlement of Kansas. The remains were brought to Nickerson for internment in Wildmead Cemetery December 26, 1897.


Nickerson Argosy December 30, 1897

Lowe, Mary M.

Word was received here this morning of the death of Mrs. Mary M. Lowe, an old resident of Reno County, which took place yesterday at the home of her son, W. A. Lowe , at Fowler, Colorado. Mrs. Lowe was the widow of the late Dr. I. A. Lowe and they came to Reno County 39 years ago, settling in Nickerson, later coming to Hutchinson where Dr. Lowe died. She is survived by four children, Samuel E. Lowe and Mrs. Lola Holley of Ogden, Colorado, W. A. Lowe of Fowler, Colorado and Frank Lowe of Houston, Texas. She was a member of the First Christian church while living here, also of the Relief Corps. The body will be brought here tomorrow morning by her son, Samuel E. Lowe and a short service will be held at Johnson's at 3:30 o'clock before taking the body to Eastside Cemetery to lay beside that of her husband.


Hutchinson News Thursday March 22, 1923 Pg 11

Gaston, S. D. Mrs.

Mrs. S. D. Gaston, who was probably the oldest settler in Reno County, south of the river, died Sunday at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Arthur McHarg, in Lincoln township.Mrs. Gaston came to Hutchinson with her husband 44 years ago this month, in October 1871, and they located on a homestead claim in Lincoln township, seven miles southeast of the city. They were among the very first settlers in this county south of the river, and Mrs. Gaston probably was the oldest surviving settler of the county. She was 77 years of age. Her husband passed away eleven years ago. The family came from Lincoln, Illinois. Mrs. Gaston at the time of her death, still owned the old home place. Of late years she has been making her home with her two daughters, Mrs. Grace McHarg and Mrs. Harry Wainner, of near Darlow. Besides the daughters, four sons survive, S. C. Gaston and Lee Gaston, both of Lincoln township, W. E. Gaston, who is in the insurance business at Wichita, and J. W. Gaston of Larned.


Haven Journal Friday October 22, 1915

Baumann, Lloyd Edward

Mr. and Mrs. Herman Baumann have the sympathy of the entire community in the loss of their baby, born last week Tuesday. The child lived less than two days, dying last Thursday. Lack of vitality was the cause of its passing away after but a few hours. The little fellow just naturally had so little vitally that he couldn't live, although every effort was made to keep him. The child had been christened the day before and given the name of Lloyd Edward Baumann. No public funeral was held, but private burial was made in the Evangelical Lutheran Cemetery Saturday afternoon.


Haven Journal Friday October 22, 1915

Menges, Frank Mrs.

Mrs. Frank Menges, of Ost down in Summer township, died Tuesday morning after a sickness of but four days, with membrane laryngitis. The funeral was held this Thursday, with burial in the St. Joe Cemetery. We understand Mrs. Menges leaves a husband and 5 children to mourn her sudden departure. They have many friends in that neighborhood, who extend sympathy to the bereaved family.


Haven Journal Friday October 22, 1915

Libel, Pauline Mary

Little Pauline Mary Libel, the four year old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. George Libel, who have lived several miles south of Haven in Summer township, died Tuesday morning from an attack of laryngitis. The child's death was very sudden and unexpected. Two days previous she had been as care free as any child. The family has the sympathy of many friends. The funeral was held Wednesday at St Joe, with burial in the St. Joe Cemetery.


Haven Journal Friday October 8, 1915

Adams, Henry

Henry Adams, died early Tuesday morning at the home of his son, J. D. Adams, east of town. A cerebral hemorrhage was the direct cause of death. Henry Adams came to this community last winter with his son Jim, when the later made his trip back to the old home in Indiana. The old gentleman has been rather poorly all summer, but his death came very suddenly. He was 68 years and 6 months old. The funeral will be held late this Thursday afternoon, as a brother is expected in from Indiana on the afternoon train. Burial will be in the Mt. Hope Cemetery.


Haven Journal Friday September 17, 1915

Shrock, Infant

The birth and death of a little baby boy to Mr. and Mrs. Eli Schrock occurred Tuesday. The Little body was laid to rest in the Amish Cemetery, Wednesday. Mrs. Schrock is in serious condition. They have the sympathy of the entire community.


Haven Journal Friday August 27, 1915

Miller, A. B. C.

Word comes from Fairmead, California, that A. B. C. Miller, son of P. M. Miller, and formerly of Haven, died last Thursday. He had been in a hospital at San Francisco for a short time prior to his death.Last spring Mr. Miller was loading meat into a car, when the car moved slightly and he was injured. He never fully recovered and it was supposed the injuries caused his death. Mr. Miller was mail carrier out of Haven, several years ago, and also ran a meat market here for a few months about three years ago. He went from here to Arlington, then to California, when Mr. and Mrs. P. M. Miller went a couple years ago.


Haven Journal Friday August 27, 1915

Kennedy, Stephen A.

Stephen A. Kennedy, was born January 27, 1858, at Wintersville, Missouri. He moved with his parents to Reno County, Kansas, in 1878. He was married to Miss Emma Gibson of Trenton, Grunda County, Missouri, August 14, 1885. To this union one child was born, which died in infancy, the mother also being taken away at this time. They were buried in western Kansas, where he had taken a claim. In the Spanish American War, he joined the Rough Riders under Roosevelt, going to Santiago, Cuba. He afterwards saw service in the Philippines. On the ninth of December, 1907, he was married to Mrs. Sarah Carter, of Corinth, Mississippi. They settled soon on a claim near Boise City, Oklahoma. In February, 1908 having disposed of this claim, they secured land near Mexhoma, where they resided until his death. Stephen had suffered for some time with tuberculosis of the bone, which finally brought on his death. He was 57 years, 6 months and 15 days old. He leaves a wife and two step-sons, who will continue to reside at the present home. He also leaves his father, W. D. Kennedy, of Haven; one sister, Mrs. M. C. Smith, of Lambert, Oklahoma; and six brothers, Dave W. of Hutchinson, John, of Topeka, Dick, of Macksville, and Tom, Will, and Jim of Haven. Dave Kennedy, who went to Mexhoma to look after the funeral, states that it was a great relief to find Rev. Kraft, there and that Mr. Kraft was a great help to him. Rev. Geo Kraft, formerly of Haven, happened to be in Mexhoma. conducting a series of meetings.


Haven Journal Friday August 27, 1915

Bell, Infant Daughter

Mr. and Mrs. H. C. Bell have the sympathy of the community in the loss of their little year old daughter, who died early Wednesday morning. The baby had been very ill for several days. About a couple of weeks ago it had a bad fall from its high chair, and this had coupled with summer complaint and the distress which accompanies the teeth cutting period, made too much for the little one to pull through. Mr. Bell is a brother of James Bell, and the family has lived here a short time. The funeral of the little one was held from the Methodist church, with internment in Laurel Cemetery.

Haven Journal August 13, 1915

Grindle, Sophia ( Fleming ) " Grandma "

Mrs. John H. Grindle, more familiarly known as " Grandma " Grindle died Tuesday at the home of her daughter, Mrs. D. McArthur, near Natrona, Kansas, and was brought here for the funeral and internment Wednesday. ' Grandma " Grindle lived in Haven for many years, leaving here about five years ago to live with her daughter, Mrs. McArthur. She has been practically an invalid for a good many years, and for four years had been bed fast. Her infirmities were due to her advanced age, and she finally drifted away from that cause. She lacked only a few days of being 85 years old. Mrs. Grindle's maiden name was Sophia Fleming. She was born in Tippecanoe, County, Indiana, August 2, 1830. At the age of seven she moved with her parents to Hamiliton County, Indiana, there growing to womanhood. In 1855 she was married to John Henry Grindle, to which union two children were born, Mrs. D. McArthur, of Pratt County and Will Grindle, of Fay, Oklahoma. Her son is at present ill and was unable to come to the funeral. The family came to Kansas in 1875, settling near Haven. Here Mrs. Grindle lived until she went to Pratt County, just a few years ago. Besides her son and daughter, she leaves a number of grandchildren to mourn her death. Mr. and Mrs. McArthur of near Preston and Natrona, and her grandaughter, Mrs. Murphy , of Hutchinson, were here to attend the funeral. Rev. Chester A. Miles came from Preston to preach the funeral sermon, The services were held in the Methodist church, with internment in Laurel Cemetery.

Haven Journal July 30, 1915

Lewis, Fred E.

Fred E. Lewis, formerly of this city died in a sanitarium in Pueblo last Friday and the remains were shipped here, arriving Sunday. The funeral was held Tuesday morning at 9:30 o'clock from the Baptist church and the internment was made in the Eastside Cemetery. Fred E. Lewis was the son of Mrs. Mary Lewis of Roseville, Illinois, but formerly of this city. Mrs. Lewis was here to attend the funeral of her son. He was at one time a member of the police department and the fire department of this city but resigned and went to Colorado several years ago.


Hutchinson News Weekly October 15, 1903

Kuhn, Geo. W.

Geo. W. Kuhn, who lived north west of town, died Tuesday, May 8, 1906, at his home and was buried on Wednesday afternoon at the Lone Star Cemetery. Services were conducted by Rev. A. H. Huxman at the Riverton School house.


Pretty Prairie Record May 11, 1906

Anchini, Pauline Marie

Pauline Marie Anchini, the little two month old twin daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Ralph Anchini of 304 First Avenue West, died early this morning following a brief illness. The funeral services were held this afternoon at he home and burial was in the Eastside Cemetery. Mr. Anchini is an employee of Star Clothier.


Hutchinson News December 5, 1917

LaMar, C. M.

C. M. LaMar, died at his home, 204 West Fourth Street, at 4:55 o'clock yesterday afternoon after an illness which began seven months ago when he was injured while working for the Santa Fe Railroad. The body will be taken to Nickerson tomorrow for burial. Short funeral services will be held at his late home at 10 o'clock tomorrow morning. Mr. LaMar last illness began two weeks ago, but he had been ailing ever since he was hurt. He was 56 years old, being born in Russelville, Boone County, Indiana, August 25, 1854. July 28, 1873, he married Annie Browning in Matoon, Illinois. They were the parents of eight children, five of whom are living, four daughters and one son. They are Mrs. F. H. Woodell of Hutchinson, Kansas, Mrs. H. M. Shepherd of Kansas City, Missouri, Mrs. J. O. Gotterup of Wichita, Kansas, Mrs. C. S. Cannan of this city, and Bert LaMar of Bakersfield, California. He is also survived by six grandchildren. His sister and two brothers live in Indiana. Mr. Lamar was a member of the Christian church. He also belonged to the United Workman. The body was brought to Nickerson last Friday morning and funeral services were held from from the Christian church at 9:30 o'clock, conducted by Elder Howe, after which the remains were laid at rest in Wildmead Cemetery. Mr. LaMar formerly lived in Nickerson and was well known to our people. His friends were numbered by the score and his death will be mourned by all. The sympathy of the entire community is extended to the bereaved family.

Nickerson Argosy May 25, 1911

Fyffe, Josephine

Mrs, Ira Fyffe, was taken suddenly ill last night at the farm a few miles southwest of Sterling and passed away at 4 o'clock the following afternoon. But little complaint had been made of ill feeling previous to that time and she had been about her regular work from day to day. On retiring Sunday night Mrs, Fyffe was apparently well and at a late hour was found in convulsions due to uremia. Doctors were summoned and could give but little help and the patient continued in convulsions till nearly time of death. Funeral services were held yesterday and internment made at Nickerson. Mrs. Fyffe was 62 years of age, and beside her husband, is survived by a daughter at Rock, Kansas, a son in Hutchinson and a daughter at the home place.

Nickerson Argosy January 2, 1913

Clark, M. D.

M. D. Clark was instantly killed Tuesday afternoon while helping operate a power driven saw on the farm north east of town. His sons Hudson and Perry were working with him and Mrs. Clark was at the machine at the time.. He was caught in the belt drive and thrown against the engine, One arm was mangled but the fatal injury was on the skull. Mr. Clark had been a resident of this community for over 50 years. He was a member of the Christian Church and the Yeoman Fraternal Lodge. He is survived by the widow and two sons and a brother who lives in Florida. Funeral services will be held from the Christian church at 2 o'clock this afternoon and burial will be made in Wildmead Cemetery.


Nickerson Argosy January 19, 1928

Williams, Omer Don

Omer Don Williams, was born in Sterling, Kansas, the 23 day of March 1889, and died at the home of his parents, Mr. and Mrs. R. M. Williams, Friday, November 25, 1910 in this city. Omer, as he was familiarly known, was 21 years 8 months and 2 days old. The last 12 years of his life he has resided in Nickerson. He was a good boy and a dutiful son. Early in life he made a profession of religion and united with Baptist church. during the last few weeks of his life he enjoyed fullness of God's grace and special visitations of His spirit. He was fully prepared to go and was willing to do so if it was his Masters will. His last illness was of the nature of pulmonary trouble, and began last March. He leaves a father and mother, a brother and two sisters, besides a number of other relatives and a host of friends to mourn his departure. His mortal remains were taken to Alden, Monday morning for internment in the family burial ground at that place. The prayers and sympathy of many friends are with the family in this their time of sorrow and bereavement.


Nickerson Argosy Thursday December 1, 1910

Dean, Emma E. ( Wheeler )

Emma E. Wheeler was born in Jasper County, Illinois, February 14, 1854, died August 1912, aged 58 years, six months and 12 days. When she was eighteen years of age she came with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. J. O. Wheeler to Kansas. In 1875 she was married to Mr. Albert Dean. To this union seven children were born, all of whom survive her and mourn her loss. Mr. Dean, her husband died seven years ago. Mrs, Dean was converted thirty years ago, and united with the Congregational church. She lived a consistent Christian Life, and departed in the full faith of the gospel.


Nickerson Argosy September, 5, 1912

Kirkhuff, Lydia Luella ( Clark )

Lydia Luella Clark, was born near Sabetha, Nemaha County, Kansas, on January 17, 1859, and died at the family home, three miles west of Nickerson, on Friday evening, February 4, 1910, at 8:15 o'clock, after a brief illness. At the age of three years, her parents moved to Knox County, Illinois, where they lived until the fall of 1869, when they located in Joseph County, Missouri, but in February, 1875, they came to Reno County and settled on what is now known as the W. W. Hamilton place. She was converted when a child in Illinois under Rev. Milton Henry and united with the M. E. church. Since that time she has always been associated with the church, being a teacher in the Sunday school and a member of the choir. She was united in marriage to D. M. Kirkhuff on March 24, 1891, and to this union, five children were born, Robert, Jennie, Ruth Marshall and Lawrence, all of whom are left to mourn a good wife and loving mother. Besides the husband and children there is one sister, ten brothers and a host of near and dear friends to share the grief and sorrow. Funeral services were held from the M. E. church at 1:30 o'clock last Sunday afternoon, conducted by Rev. Archer and the remains were laid at rest in the Wildmead Cemetery.

Nickerson Argosy February 10, 1910

Davis, William M.

Wm. M. Davis was born in Knoxville, Tennessee, January 11, 1867, and departed this life November 28, 1910 at the age of 43 years, 10 months and 12 days. When a young man he preceded his parents to Douglas County, Missouri, where he was married to Minnie Miller. This union formed a happy home until sickness cause her death. He has lived with his mother Mrs. Jeffords. Two children were born to the home of Mr. and Mrs. Davis, Warren, who is now twelve years old and makes his home with his grandmother, and a little daughter Virgil , who died shortly after her mother's death. The funeral services were held from the Christian church, conducted by Elder Howe, and remains were laid at rest in Wildmead Cemetery on Tuesday afternoon of this week. The M.W. A. Lodge of Nickerson, of which Mr. Davis was a member had charge of the services at the cemetery.


Nickerson Argosy December 12, 1910

Ensminger, Sarrah R. Rigor

Sarrah R. Rigor Ensminger was born in Decatur County, Indiana, December 6, 1843, and died at her home in Alta Vista, Kansas, on November 9, 1910, at the age of 67 years, 11 months and 3 days. She was married to W. P. Ensminger at Greensburg on February 1, 1871 and moved to Reno County four years later, where they resided until 1903, when they moved to Morris County, but two years later settled at Alta Vista, where she lived until death. She became a member of the Church of Christ early in life and lived a faithful Christian until called home. The deceased leaves a husband and three sons, besides a host of near and dear friends to mourn her loss. The remains were brought here from Alta Vista and laid at rest in the Wildmead Cemetery, funeral services being held from the home of their son on Friday of last week. The sympathy of the entire community is extended to the bereaved relatives.


Nickerson Argosy Thursday November 17, 1910

Spear, George W.

George W. Spear was born in Warren, Maine, October 16, 1844, and died in Nickerson, Kansas, November 16, 1912. He was first married to Miss Hattie Low, to whom was born one son, and one daughter, both of whom still reside in Maine. He came to Castleton, Kansas in 1884, where he lived until his recent removal to Nickerson. In 1892 he was married to Miss Mary Davis and to them were born two sons, Ascel and Wilbur. It was to give to these boys the advantages of better schools privileges, that induced them to move to Nickerson, about one year ago. Mr. Spear was a member of Lodge No. 544 I.O.O.F. of Castleton, the members assisted in conducting his funeral services. The large number of his old friends from Castleton, as well as the goodly number of the citizens of Nickerson who attended his funeral indicated in a sense his standing as a citizen. In all of his long season of suffering, he was ever patient and appreciative of every kindness shown. To his pastor he expressed great confidence in the savior in whom he trusted. The funeral sermon was preached by Rev. W. L. Martin pastor of the Congregational church, last Monday afternoon and the remains were laid at rest in the Wildmead Cemetery.


Nickerson Argosy November 21, 1912

Carter, Johnston T.

Johnston T. Carter, was born in Lawrence County, Kentucky, in May 1868, and died at Hutchinson, Kansas, August 19, 1911. He was twice married; first in May 1892 to Miss Nora Taylor, who died August 31, 1895, leaving him with one child, Nellie. He was married for the second time in 1896 to Miss Ella Moore, to this union was born five children, all of whom with the widowed mother, two sisters, four brothers, and other relatives and friends mourn his death. He was brought to Nickerson, and the funeral held from the Methodist church by the pastor, at 12:30 Monday, August 21. The deceased family lived near Nickerson and was quite well known to many of our people, all of whom sympathize deeply with the bereaved relatives.


Nickerson Argosy August 24, 1911

Price, Mary E.

Mary E. Price was born in Maryland, October 13, 1838, and died at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Moats, near Nickerson, on June3, 1911, at the age of 73 years, 7 months and 21 days. She was married to Daniel G. Price nearly fifty-three years ago, and to this union six children were born, four sons and two daughters. Her husband and three children preceded her to that world beyond, leaving one daughter, Mrs. Moats of near Nickerson, and Isaac Price of Clyde, Illinois, Joseph Price, of Lincoln, Illinois, and a host of relatives and friends to mourn her loss. Mrs. Price was a consistent member of the Church of the Brethren nearly all of her life, and for a number of years past has made her home with her daughter, in this vicinity.During her sickness she often expressed a willingness to go, and when death approached she was ready. Funeral services were conducted by Revs. J. B. Hershberger and L. E. Fahrney and internment was made in East Salem Cemetery. The members of the bereaved family extend their heartfelt thanks to the many friends and neighbors for their help and sympathy during their sad bereavement.

Nickerson Argosy June 15, 1911

Mueller, Henry

Henry Mueller died last week after the death of his wife. Mrs, Johanna Mueller. Like her, he passed away during the night, and unexpectedly. He was found dead in bed, in the morning, by members of the household. Mr. Mueller was very feeble of late and it was known he could not last a great while. About a week or so ago he took the grippe, and this in his feeble condition, was the direct cause of his death. For several years he had been suffering with asthma quite severely, and for five years he had been totally blind. Consequently he was entirely helpless, and for months had been had scarcely been known to be out of the house. One might almost say it was a blessing that the death angel released him from his sufferings and took him to join his wife. Mr, Mueller was over eighty four years old. He was born December 15, 1830 in Germany. He was married to Johanna Schnabel in 1863. They came to America in 1868, settling in Illinois, then moved to this community in 1884. The children living are Chris Mueller and Mrs. Chas. Dierks, also the adopted son, Emil Mueller, and several grandchildren and great-grandchildren. The funeral was held Monday afternoon, with internment in the Evangelical Lutheran Cemetery. Several of the relatives from Newton and Sedgwick were over to attend the ceremonies.

Haven Journal April 2, 1915

Moore, Mariah Louisa ( Swart )

Mariah Louisa Swart, was born on February 2, 1850, at Fairview, Fleming County, Kentucky and was married to John P. Moore, December 13, 1867, to which union eight children were born, one of whom Spencer Ward, preceded her to the home beyond, December 1, 1899. The deceased came to Nickerson, Kansas in 1899, where she lived until five weeks previous to her death, which occurred at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Myrtle Blaine, after a short illness, on Friday morning, June 2, 1911, at 6:30 o'clock. She united with the Baptist church early in life and lived a consistent Christian, devoted to her home and church. She leaves seven children, Mrs. Ruby Mettlen, Ellinwood, Kansas, Mrs. Lottie McCartney, Plains, Kansas, Mrs. Delila Baskins, Sparks, Kansas, A. D. Moore, Ransom, Mrs. Winnifred Shepherd, Woodward, Oklahoma, Mrs. Myrtle Blaine, Plevna, Kansas, Miss Louella Moore, Nickerson, and two brothers, Samuel and Granville, Swart, of Fairview, Kentucky, together with a host of friends to mourn her departure.


Nickerson Argosy June 6, 1911

Ashton, Eliza J. ( Roderick )

Eliza J. Roderick was born in Wells County, Indiana, December 28, 1843. When she was five years of age, her parents removed to Channahon, Will County, Illinois, where she grew to womanhood. She was married to Daniel Ashton, at Joliet, Illinois, September 29, 1865. In the fall of 1871 they removed to Rice County, Kansas, where they lived for nine and a half years, then came to Nickerson, where they have since resided. To Mr. and Mrs. Ashton there were born six children, three daughters and three sons. One son died in fancy. Those now living are Mrs. Maud Bunton, of Hutchinson, Mrs. Mary Murphy of Little River, Mrs. Margaret Davis of Nickerson, Sidney W. Ashton of Nickerson, and Willis E. Ashton of Lockport, Illinois. Mrs. Ashton united with the Congregational church at Nickerson, in 1880 and was one of the most faithful and consistent members. She died January 7, 1911, aged 67 years and 10 days. The funeral was held at her late home on Sunday afternoon, January 8, 1911 Rev. H. O. Judd, of the Congregational church officiating.


Nickerson Argosy January 12, 1911

Hoffman, Cecil Elmer

Cecil Elmer, the little son of Mr. and Mrs. L. E. Hoffman, died at the family home in Nickerson, Kansas at an early hour last Friday morning, June 30, 1911, after a short illness, at the age of one year, ten months and twenty-four days. Funeral services were held from the home at 2:30 o'clock Saturday afternoon July 1, 1911, and the remains were laid to rest in the Wildmead Cemetery. Elder Howe of the Christian church conducted the services, which were largely attended by friends of the family. The floral offerings were beautiful and many. The heartfelt sympathy of the entire community is extended to the sorrowing ones.


Nickerson Argosy July 6, 1911

Wiese, Henry

Henry Wiese, who came to America from Gross Lafferdeam Peines, Hanover, Germany, died last week after having been a resident in Kansas for almost 50 years. Mr. Wiese had been in poor health for a number of years. His age did much to hasten his death. Henry Wiese was born July 2, 1836 in Gross Lafferdeam Peines Hanover, Germany, and was 78 years, 8 months and 13 days of age. He was married to Miss Hillman, July 20, 1879. Five children were born to this union, three of whom died in infancy, two boys and one girl. One son Henry lives on the old home stead of Haven and Richard who lives with his mother. He came to America in 1886 to Carlinville, Illinois. Later removing to a farm south of Haven and in 1887, removed to the family home east of the Lutheran church. A number of years ago he affiliated with German Lutheran church at haven. He was a kind and faithful husband and father and counted his friends by the score. Funeral services were held this Thursday afternoon from the Lutheran church. Besides his wife and two sons, he leaves a maiden sister in Germany, to mourn his loss- Cheney Sentinel

Haven Journal Friday March 26, 1915

Zimmerman, Clarence

Clarence Zimmerman, a young man of 17 years, met a frightful death in Medford township, Reno County , on Friday afternoon of last week. His body was found drawn tightly against the flywheel of a gasoline engine, which he had been attending. His clothing was torn from his body and tangled around the shaft. Around his neck, parts of his blouse was drawn so tightly as to choke him and to sever his jugular vein. Just how the accident ooccurred is not known, as he was alone at the time. He was apparently dead when found, giving only a gasp as he was cut away from the wheel. Clarence and his brother John aged 15 years, were grinding corn at the home place, one-half mile north of the Mennonite church. The gasoline engine was in the corn crib, and Clarence was attending it. John was in another part of the yard. He noticed that the engine had stopped and went to the crib to investigate. The awful condition of his brother met his gaze. Calling his mother from the house, the two with a pair of scissors cut the body away from the cruel iron and steel. He apparently breathed once and his spirit had fled.

Nickerson Argosy April 20, 1911

Mueller, Johanna ( Schnebel )

Mrs. Johanna Mueller, wife of Henry Mueller, died at the home northwest of town last Friday night. Pneumonia was the direct cause of her death, although she had been suffering with dropsy and a complication of disease for sometime. However she was not thought to be so near death, for along about ten o'clock Friday night she had been fairly well and when asked if she desired anything, replied no. About eleven, when the last of the household was retiring, she was again asked if she wished anything, and no answer came. Upon investigation she was found to be dead. Mrs. Mueller's maiden name was Johanna Schnebel. She was born in Emerborn, Braunschweig, Germany, Nov. 18, 1837. In 1863 she was married to Henry Mueller, and in 1868 they emigrated to this country, settling in Joliet, Illinois. They came to this community in 1884, and have lived here ever since. Three children were born to them, Chris Mueller and Mrs. Chas. Dierks, who are now living, and Mrs. Carl Schmidt who died several years ago. Emil Mueller, their grandson, is also adopted son. She leaves also seventeen grandchildren, and four greatgrandchildren, also three sisters. The funeral was held Monday at the Evangelical Lutheran church, with internment in the Evangelical Luthern Cemetery.


Haven Journal March 12, 1915

Priest, Frances ( Vincent )

Mrs. Priest's maiden name was Frances Vincent, she was born February 10, 1850 in New York state. She died last week on Wednesday, and the funeral was held from the Priest home, with internment in the Priest Cemetery. Mrs. Priest left New York with her parents when a child for Illinois. On July 1, 1866 she was united in marriage to William J. Priest, of Pleasant Ridge, Illinois. In 1877 they came to Kansas and located on the farm which up to the present time was her home. Twelve children were born to Mr. and Mrs. Priest, two of them dying in infancy. Ten are still living, all of whom were present at the services last week. They are as follows: Calvin Priest of Kinsley, Alford Priest of Hutchinson, Walter Priest of Norwich, Roy Priest, Mrs. Alice McIntire of Byron, Oklahoma, Mrs. Rettie Barrett of Niles, Oklahoma, Mrs, Rollie Scott of Mt. Hope, Mrs. Alma Kirkbride, Mrs. Pearl Fitzsimmons, of Haven, and Mrs. Flora Findell, of Hutchinson.
Besides her children and her husband, she leaves thirty-four grandchildren and four-great grandchildren, a sister and two brothers.
Having lived in this community for thirty- eight years, Mrs. Priest was known by most everybody. She was a greatly beloved woman and leaves a host of friends outside of the family to mourn her departure.

Haven Journal Friday February 5, 1915

Windiate, Len

Len Windiate, a respectable farmer living about two miles east of town, on the old Treadway farm died on Thursday after a short illness, of typhoid malaria in the 36 year of his age.



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