Fannie King Caldwell, was born in New Field Thompkins County, New York, August 17, 1844, and died at her home in Nickerson, Kansas, February 11, 1920. She was married to Warren A. Thorp, August 1, 1867, at New Field, N. Y., departing at once for Waymart, PA., which was their home until 1887, when they came to Kansas where they have since resided. Eight years of this period were spent in Bison, Kansas, and remainder of this time was spent at Nickerson. To this union were born five children, three sons and two daughters. One daughter passed away in infancy. The remaining children lived and grew to maturity. Jesse W. passed away April 2, 1903, and Lamont S., August 3, 1918. So Mrs. Thorp is survived by her husband, Bro. W. A. Thorp, one daughter, Mrs. Boyle of Kansas City, MO., Percival D. Thorp of this city and seven grandchildren. Mrs. Thorp, with her husband was converted and united with Methodist church in Bison, Kansas, some years ago, under the pastorate of W. L. Davis, and as long as her health permitted was an interested and faithful worker. She was a dutiful wife and devoted mother.
Nickerson Argosy February 19, 1920
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