Susie G. Kelly (1848-1885)

KELLY

Posted By: Dorian Myhre (email)
Date: 1/17/2011 at 20:47:51

From Story County Watchman April 17, 1885

SUICIDE:--On Sunday afternoon Miss Susie G. Kelly, living with her parents in Milford township, about two miles north west of Nevada, commited suicide by cutting her throat with a razor. She had long been suffering under the dread disease consumption, and it had prayed upon her mind so much that her mind had evidently become so disordered upon that subject. Sharp tools had been kept out of her way for some time but she had succeeded in secreting one with the result noted. Physicians were called but it was of no avail and she was soon beyond the reach of aid. Her age was about 35 years. Her parents, and relatives have the sincere sympathy of all.