BELL, Ephriam: Died 1914

BELL

Posted By: Volunteer: Sherri
Date: 10/24/2016 at 11:02:44

**Handwritten: St. Line Dem. Sat. 12 Sept. 1914

DROPPED DEAD ON MILTON STREET.

Ephriam Bell of Milton, an old and well known citizen, died suddenly Thursday. About 10 o'clock a.m., he was down town and dropped dead on Main street. He had been ailing somewhat, but had been able to be about his business. Thursday morning he had been in one of the drug stores and on passing out on the street he fell, expiring almost instantly. We understand it is thought a paralytic stroke was the cause of death.

Mr. Bell was 69 years of age and had lived in this county practically all his life. He was a blacksmith and wagon maker by occupation. He was also quite a horseman and had entries in the speed rings of the local fairs. He had many friends and was respected by everybody. The funeral will be held at his late residence at 1:30 today.

Source: Van Buren Co. Genealogical Society Obituary Book H, Page 9, Keosauqua Public Library, Keosauqua, IA