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Andrews, Chet R., of Hillsdale, one of the oldest and most respected citizens of Mills County was killed by the Q train 2 miles east of Glenwood, Monday afternoon at the Reasoner crossing. He was driving a one-horse rig and was caught by the west bound passenger train #3. The engine struck the buggy almost squarely, cutting the horse free and throwing Mr. Andrews some 60 feet. He was taken to Glenwood and then removed to Dr. DeWitts residence, where he died at 5 o'clock about 2 years after being hurt. Mr. Andrews was nearly 53 years of age and was well known over all western Iowa on account of his being a marksman of no mean ability. He leaves a wife and 5 daughters. Funeral was held Tuesday afternoon from the residence of Dr. DeWitt, conducted by the Rev. Mr. Krell of Hillsdale. Interment was made in the Glenwood Cemetery (Beacon - 24 Aug 1900)(1847 - 1900)
Black, Father William, one of the oldest and most highly respected citizens of Malvern died 6 May 1900 in Brownsville OH where he was visiting a daughter. He was taken sick while attending church in the Brownsville church. Being removed to the home of his daughter Mrs. Marian McMullen, he seemed to improve, but on Tuesday evening, a change for the worse took place and he failed rapidly until 3 o'clock Thursday afternoon when he died. The remains were brought to Malvern for interment. Funeral services were held 13 May 1900 at 3 o'clock in the church of which "Father" Black, as he was affectionately called in the community, had so long been a devout member. (Beacon - 18 May 1900)(9 Mar 1817 - 10 May 1900)
Bosbyshell, Dr. C. B., the oldest practicing physician in Mills County died at his home in Glenwood Tuesday of this week. Funeral was held Wednesday afternoon. Dr. Bosbyshell died very suddenly. Frank Weatherhead called at his office "for medicine" and found the Dr. unconscious, having been stricken with apoplexy. (Beacon - 19 Jan 1900)(Glenwood Cem. 16 Jul 1833 - 16 Jan 1900)
Brown, Mrs. J. C. dropped dead of heart disease Wednesday evening about 6 o'clock. She was one of the most prominent women of Malvern. She had just returned from Glenwood where she had been making some Christmas purchases, and her husband had just driven her home from the depot, when she was taken suddenly ill. He assisted her into the house and sent for a Dr. but she died in 5 minutes. Her funeral took place Friday from their beautiful home in north Malvern. (Beacon - 28 Dec 1900)
Burkett, Harry The remains of Harry Burkett, the young man who committed suicide at Blair NE arrived at Glenwood Tuesday for burial, the funeral taking place from the family home Wednesday afternoon. His parents are Mr. and Mrs. Henry W. Burkett. Some 6 weeks ago, Harry had gone to Blair where, in company with another young man, he had engaged in the oil business. Late Saturday night his father received a telegram that his son had shot himself. Mr. Burkett leaving at once on a late train. Harry lived til Sunday evening, and died while the physicians were probing for the bullet. In a note written on the back of a letter, he gave as a reason for taking his life, that he had lost money at gambling, the sum being $35. Young Burkett was a brother of Congressman E. J. Burkett of Lincoln NE (Beacon - 1 Jun 1900)(Glenwood Cem.
26 Nov 1878 - 28 May 1900)
Chapin, G. E., one of Hastings old time citizens, Mr. G. E. Chapin, a druggist, well known among businessmen of southwest Iowa, died early Saturday morning from a complication of typhoid and malaria fevers. He leaves a wife and 3 children, 2 sisters, a brother, and an aged mother also survive him. Funeral services were held from the house Monday afternoon at 2 o'clock. (Beacon - 21 Dec 1900)(Hastings Cem. the stone says G. C. Chapin 8 Aug 1858 - 15 Dec 1900)
Christy, Mrs. John(Ann E.) The startling and sad news came by wire to C. B. Christy from Carson Tuesday evening that his brother John's wife had just passed away. A letter had been received in the morning from one of the daughters stating that her mother was sick, but not dangerously so. The later news came as a dreadful shock to the relatives and friends of the family here. C. B. Christy, Mrs. G. W. Patrick and J. B. Lewis of Tabor, the latter 2 being sister and brother of the deceased, went to Carson to be present at the funeral services, which were held at the home Thursday afternoon. The remains were brought here (Malvern) and conveyed to the East Liberty Cemetery for burial. (Beacon 25 May 1900)(20 Sep 1850-22 May 1900)
Epler, Mrs. Blanche, wife of Dr. J. W. Epler, died Wednesday 3 Oct 1900 after an illness of several months. Funeral services will be held at the home Friday 5 Oct 1900, after which the remains will be taken to Silver City for interment. Blanche C. Wyant was born 26 Oct 1869 near Springdale, Cedar Co. IA. Moved with her parents to Mills County in 1872. United with the Methodist Church in 1887, of which she was a member until about 1897 when she united with the Congregational Church in Tabor, Iowa. She was married to Dr. J. W. Epler 3 Oct 1888 by Rev. G. W. Roderick near Silver City IA. One child was born to this union 8 Oct 1890. and died 24 Dec 1890, named Maude. Mrs. Epler died 3 Oct 1900 on their 12th wedding anniversary. She leaves her husband, father and mother, 5 sisters, 4 brothers and an aged grandfather. Among out of town relatives and friends present at the funeral were Mrs. O. Skiles of Virginia IL, Miss Ella Galt of Springfield IL, D. S. Wyant and family of Newmans Grove NE, Isaac Wyant of Beaver Creek MN, W. H. Wyant of Kimball SD (Beacon 12 Oct 1900)
Gerards, Jodocus, About 70 years of age and an old citizen of Mills County, died Thursday at his home in Hillsdale from cancer of the stomach (Beacon - 2 Feb 1900)(Salem Lutheran 27 Apr 1823 - 23 Jan 1900)
Gibson, Inez About 4 o'clock Friday afternoon, the dead body of 13 year old Inez Gibson, the niece and adopted daughter of T.D. Gibson, a prominent grocer of Malvern, was found hanging in a closet which opened from her bedroom. Her little brother Otto found her. Several years ago, the parents of the girl were divorced and neither one wanted the burden of the care of the children. They were accordingly "farmed out", Mr. and Mrs. T. Gibson taking the 3 children. Recently the child's mother wrote to the Gibsons that she would soon come and get her daughter. When told of this, the girl seemed depressed and said she would rather die than go to live with her mother. (Beacon - 28 Dec 1900)(Malvern Cem. 6 Aug 1888 - 21 Dec 1900)
Hunt, Mr. William, an old and highly respected citizen living northwest of Tabor died Thursday night of last week from injuries received in a fall just a week previous. On the day of the accident, he had climbed into a tree to hive a swarm of bees and in some manner fell to the ground, a distance of some 20 feet, fracturing two ribs and injuring himself internally. His injuries, owing to his advanced age, 63 years, proved more serious than at first anticipated, resulting in peritonitis. The funeral occurred Saturday at the house, and interment was made in the Tabor Cemetery. (Beacon 30 Aug 1901)(Tabor Cem. 27 Dec 1828 -22 Aug 1901)
King, Mr. One of the oldest and most respected citizens of Mills County died at his home in Glenwood Tuesday. The deceased had been a resident of Glenwood almost ever since the town was started. He was the leading hardware merchant there for many years, and was postmaster for 6 years. He was the father of Mrs. Willard Gaston. Funeral was held today (Thursday) under the auspices of the Masonic Order, of which he was an honored member. Messrs S. C. Osborn and Wm. Rodman, of Tabor assisted in the service. (Beacon - 13 Apr 1900)(Glenwood Cem. probably Charles F. King 1830 - 1900)
Kline, Mrs. L. F. died Monday at her home in Glenwood after an illness of several months. Funeral was held Wednesday and the remains taken to Sidney for interment. The trials thru which this family have passed during the past year, first with sickness of Mr. Kline which has left but a shadow of his former self, then the prolonged illness of his beloved wife, are sufficient to touch a heart of stone. The bereaved family consisting of the husband and a son and daughter have the heartfelt sympathy of a large circle of friends, both in Fremont and Mills Counties. (Beacon - 26 Jan 1900)
Linville, George H. Mr. H. C. Dye went to Glenwood Saturday to attend the funeral of his grandfather, Mr. George H. Linville whose death occurred Saturday. The deceased was in his 82nd year and had lived in Mills County nearly 40 years. (Tabor Beacon - 12 Jan 1900)(Glenwood Cem. 23 Mar 1818 - 6 Jan 1900)
McKnight, Lewis, a well known and respected citizen of Lyons Township, living about 5 miles west of Tabor, died very suddenly last Friday night. While Mr. McKnight had not been in the best of health for some years, his condition was not considered dangerous, and his friends were surprised to learn of his death. About 2 weeks ago, Mr. McKnight returned from a trip to Colorado. He was taken worse the Monday following and continued to grow weaker from that time, an aggravated attack of inflammatory rheumatism being added to his other ailments. His death was a severe shock to his wife. Mr. McKnight was in his 47th year at the time of his death. He leaves a wife to mourn his death. Funeral was held from the home Saturday afternoon, conducted by Rev. Dr. John Askin of the Tabor Congregational Church, and interment was made in the Tabor Cemetery (Beacon 7 Sep 1900)
Muldowney, Thomas J. of Hillsdale went home Monday afternoon about 4 o'clock complaining of being partly blind. He kept getting worse, and died at 1:10 Tuesday morning. Mr. Muldowney had been a resident of Hillsdale for over 16 years, during which time he was section foreman for the Burlington. He leaves a wife and 3 children. He was 44 years of age. Tom, as he was called, was one of Hillsdale's best citizens, and his death will be felt by all his friends. (Beacon - 30 Nov 1900)(Hastings Cem 1850 - 1900)
Osborn, Fred F., youngest son of Mr. and Mrs. S. C. Osborn of Tabor died in Omaha Saturday evening after a very brief illness. Fred was taken sick Sunday January 7, less than a week previous to his death. At first his sickness was not considered serious, beginning with an attack of la grippe then tonsillitis, and finally developed into a very aggravated case of scarlet fever. His condition became worse Thursday when his parents were notified, and Mrs. Osborn left immediately for Omaha. On Saturday word was received that the doctors had held a consultation and they considered the case hopeless. Mr. Osborn and Miss Bess, and Walter Osborn of Glenwood went to Omaha Saturday evening, reaching Fred's bedside a few hours before his death. He fell to sleep at 7 o'clock at the home of an uncle A. E. Gates, Clifton Hill, Omaha. The remains were brought to Glenwood Monday for interment, being taken direct from the depot to the cemetery. A large number of former classmates and friends attended from Tabor. Services at the grave were very impressive, being conducted by Rev. Reed of Glenwood, Dr. Askin and Pres. Hughes. A double quartette from Tabor College sang. Fred F. Osborn was born near Tabor 25 Dec 1876 and died 14 Jan 1900. He graduated from Glenwood high school in 1893 and entered the Sr. preparatory class at Tabor Academy in 1894, graduating from the college with the class of '99. Fred's ambition was to complete his education in Germany, and with this end in view, had worked hard. During the Trans Mississippi Exposition, he held a responsible position in the concessions department. Since the close of the exposition he has been employed in the Superintendent's office of the Nebraska Transport Company and had just been promoted to Inspector. (Beacon - 19 Jan 1900)
Perkins, Mrs. F. One of the saddest events that have occurred in this community for sometime was the death of Mrs. F. Perkins on Sunday, followed by the death of her husband on Tuesday. They were residents of Lyons Township and had been called here about two weeks ago by he serious illness of Mrs. Perkins' mother, Mrs. Kennedy, who with her husband and several children have been living on the Rhodes farm southwest of Tabor for sometime. Shortly after her arrival here, Mrs. Perkins was taken with pneumonia, and soon after, the husband also was taken down with the same trouble, and both died, the wife on Sunday and the husband on Tuesday. The remains were interred in the Tabor Cem. Mrs. Kennedy is not convalescing, but is almost prostrated over the death of her daughter and son-in-law. (Beacon - 13 Apr 1900)
Record, Andrew, one of the pioneers of Mills County, died at his home 1 mile north of Glenwood Saturday. His aged wife, 3 sons, James F, Charles and Samuel Record and one daughter, Mrs. F. M. Shriver, all living in Glenwood survive him. Funeral was held Sunday afternoon from the family residence. He has been an invalid for a number of years. (Beacon - 5 Oct 1900)
- Rist, Mrs. Eliza died Wednesday at her home north of Tabor after a short illness from hernia. Mrs. Rist was about 76 years of age and leaves a husband and several grown children. Funeral was held Thursday from the home, conducted by Rev. Fiddler of Hillsdale and interment was made in the Tabor Cemetery.
- Eliza Rist was born in Highland County OH 13 Mar 1825 and died 7 Nov 1900 at the age of 75years 7months 24days. She was married to Henry Rist 24 Dec 1846 in Fulton County IL. Of this union 6 children were born to her, 3 sons and 3 daughters. Her daughters have preceded her to the Home Above. In 1853, she came with her husband to Mills County IA where they settled upon the wild prairies, and by their indomitable will, which is the chief characteristic of the true pioneer, they were permitted to obtain a home and to provide liberally for their children. During her illness, everything was done for her that could be done by medical skill and loving hands. At her death, she leaves an aged husband and 3 sons. Funeral services were held at the residence at 2 o'clock PM, conducted by Rev. George Fidler of Hillsdale (Beacon - 16 Nov 1900)(Tabor Cemetery 13 Mar 1825 - 7 Nov 1900)
Robinson, J. E. A well known citizen of Glenwood and Mills County died at his residence in Glenwood Wednesday morning. Mr. Robinson was 10 years Clerk of the District Court, from 1879 to 1889. After retiring from office, he was for a number of years associated with Adj. General Byers in the real estate and abstract business under the firm name of Byers & Robinson. (Beacon - 25 May 1900)
Rodman, Mrs. Nancy, the beloved wife of William Rodman, died Sunday morning at 2 o'clock at her home in north Tabor. She was stricken with paralysis some weeks ago and altho everything possible was done to prolong her life, she continued to fail and her death was not unexpected. Funeral services were held Monday at the Baptist Church conducted by Rev. Preston, pastor of the Hillsdale M.E. Church, of which denomination the deceased had been a life long member. The remains were laid to rest in the Tabor Cemetery. Deceased was born in Lawrence County KY in 1831, being 69 years of age on the day of her death. She came to Iowa in 1846, where she has resided ever since, with the exception of one year. The husband and 7 children are left to mourn her death. The children, all of whom are grown, reside in this community. They are Lewis McKnight, Mrs. Emma Buckingham, Mrs. Belle Buckingham, I. T. Rodman, Lovina Rodman, Mrs. Ella Kearnes and Mrs. Lillie Wilson (Beacon - 16 Feb 1900)(Tabor Cem. 11 Feb 1831 - 11 Feb 1900)
Sheppard, John H. who returned from Wyoming on 19 Apr 1900 very sick with pneumonia, died at 12:30 o'clock Friday morning, age 27years 1month 27days. Funeral services were held at the M. E. Church Saturday the 28th. John H. Sheppard was born in Johnson Co. IN and came to this county 16 years ago with his parents. On the 19th day of January 1897, he enlisted for 3 years in Co. H 22nd Infantry and went with his Regiment to Cuba, where he was in the battle of El Caney 1 July 1898, a night attack near Santiago and the bombardment and siege of Santiago 3 July to 17 July 1898. Returning he was stricken with fever at NY and as soon as sufficiently recovered, returned home for a short rest. When his Regiment was ordered to the Philippines, he re-joined his company and remained with them until his time expired, when he was discharged and returned home. His many friends will be very sorry to hear of his death. (Beacon - 4 May 1900)(Hillsdale Cem. 1 Mar 1875 - 27 Apr 1900)
Snodgrass Two children of Mr. and Mrs. Andy Snodgrass died of diphtheria. Anna Ivory and Eula VanVranken, teachers at Emerson have returned to work, the schools at that place resuming work Monday. The above deaths were reported resulting from the disease which closed the school. (Beacon - 23 Mar 1900)(Emerson Cem. Orin J. 1891 - 1900 and Martha E. 1895 - 1900)
Stout, Ray The 10 year old son of Mr. and Mrs. Joshua Stout, who live about half way between Tabor and Malvern, was buried in the Tabor Cemetery Tuesday. The young man died Sunday after several weeks illness, the exact nature of which the attending physicians were unable to agree. (Beacon - 12 Jan 1900)
Weatherhead, Hannah died at Albuquerque NM where she had gone a month or so ago with her husband, Frank Weatherhead of Glenwood, in hopes of benefiting her health. Death was due to consumption, from which Mrs. Weatherhead had been a sufferer for several years. The deceased was the youngest daughter of Mr. and Mrs. William Dalton of Tabor. Mrs. Dalton went to Albuquerque several weeks ago in response to word that Mrs. Weatherhead was critically ill. While there she received the news that Mr. Dalton was ill and, altho knowing that her lease on life was short, the loving daughter insisted that her mother return to him. This she did, arriving home at the same time that the word was received of her daughter's death. The remains were brought to Tabor for burial. Funeral services were held Tuesday afternoon, conducted by Dr. John Askin. Hannah Dalton was born at the home farm of the Dalton family on 29 Oct 1872 and died at the age of 28 years 17 days. In the language of the Scriptures: "her sun has gone down while it is yet day." For 3 years she was a SS teacher, which held their sessions in the Dalton school house, and for the same period of time was its secretary. In early womanhood, the disease consumption threatened her, and with a truly heroic spirit, in company with her parents, she took an ocean voyage in the hope of gaining her strength to overcome her malady. She was benefitted by the trip. On 29 Oct 1894, being her birthday, she was united in marriage with Mr. Frank Weatherhead. This union was blessed by the birth of a son, who at the early age of 5 years, is bereft of a mother's care and love. The sad accident that deprived her of her brother Frank made a deep impression upon her. The loss of the one brother made the attachment between her and the surviving brother very close. There remains to mourn her loss, a sorrowing husband, the little boy, father, mother, brother and 3 sisters. (Beacon - 23 Nov 1900)
Whittmer, Miss Mary, While walking along the Q track at this place (Hillsdale) Thursday night, in company with 2 girl companions, Miss Mary Whittmer was struck by the engine on passenger train #12 and instantly killed. The 3 girls were on their way home from church and, in order to reach their homes by a short route, walked down the track. Miss Whittmer was about 16 years of age. Her brother is section boss on the T & N and lives in Tabor. The funeral was held Saturday. (Beacon - 16 Nov 1900)
Woistal, James lies dead at the home of his parents about 6 miles northeast of Tabor as the result of an error made by a neighbor in giving him corrosive sublimate capsules thinking them to be quinine capsules. The neighbor was Walter Aistrope. The young man died Wednesday morning. The deceased was the oldest of two children. (Beacon - 16 Nov 1900)
Wright, Little Genevieve, the 4 year old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Fay Wright who live 6 miles south of Pacific Junction, while playing with several other children, was instantly killed by the accidental discharge of a shotgun Saturday. Someone had been hunting and left the gun leaning against the fence, where the children found it. It is not known in just what way the accident happened. (Beacon - 7 Dec 1900)
1901 The first six months of Tabor Beacon for 1901 are missing. Cogsley, ____, The 3 year old child of Jesse Cogsley, an employee of the State Institution for Feeble Minded Children at Glenwood, died Sunday afternoon having been scalded the day before. The little one fell into a pail of boiling hot water with which the mother was mopping the kitchen floor. The body was taken to Coin for burial. (Beacon - 13 Dec 1901)
Connelly, Martin, an inmate of the Mills County Poor Farm, died last week Tuesday, of senile gangrene, he having been sick about 6 weeks. He was about 74 years old and had been at the poor farm for 27 years, longer by far than any other inmate. Connelly was a native of Ireland and came to America when he was 18. As he has no known relatives in this country, his body will go to some medical college. (Beacon - 6 Dec 1901)
Delavan, Miss Lulu, the 18 year old daughter of Mr. H. A. Delavan, living 4 miles northwest of Tabor, died at 12 o'clock Thursday night of last week, after an illness of only 24 hours, the ailment being diabetes. Several years ago, Miss Delavan suffered an attack of scarlet fever, from which she never fully recovered, altho she appeared to be in ordinary health up to Wednesday night when she was suddenly stricken. Funeral was held at the family home Saturday forenoon and interment was made in Tabor Cemetery. This family seems to have had more than their share of sorrow; a few years ago, a grown son committed suicide by shooting himself, and now a daughter is suddenly called. (Beacon - 27 Dec 1901)(Tabor Cem. 27 Aug 1883 - 19 Dec 1901)
Feurhelm, Fred, murdered his wife, her 6 year old boy, by a former husband, then, after setting fire to the house, killed himself. They lived 8 miles west of Tabor and 2 and 1/2 miles northeast of Bartlett. (note: in one place it calls him Fred and in another Frank) Mrs. Feurhelm's father was Wm. Travis who lived about 1 1/2 miles east of their place. The couple were married 3 Oct 1900, the wife being formerly Mrs. DeMoss, wife of William DeMoss, who at the present time lives near the scene of last night's tragedy. Her sister was Mrs. Creech. (Beacon - 19 July 1901)
Haskell, Mrs. known years ago in Glenwood as Miss June Henry, died at the government schools at Tohatchi, NM on 5 July 1901 of Brights disease. The remains were brought to Glenwood for interment in the family lot. Her husband accompanied the remains. Mrs. Devore, a sister of Tohatchi, and Mrs. H. P. Ward, another sister from Perry, accompanied by her husband, also Mrs. Schryver of Bogard IA attended the funeral. (Beacon - 19 Jul 1901)(Glenwood Cem. 26 Jul 1872 - 5 Jul 1901)
Hummel, Mrs. Sam, (Delilah A.)a lady 78 years old and long a resident of Mills County died at her home near White Cloud Saturday from a complication of diseases, though she has been more or less an invalid for the last 25 years. The funeral was held Sunday afternoon. (Beacon - 26 Jul 1901)(Malvern Cem. 30 Jul 1823 - 20 Jul 1901)
Kiddoo, E. E., the well known photographer and also local manager for the Iowa Telephone Co. at Glenwood, died at his home last Thursday of cancer. Mr. Kiddoo had been at the hospitals at K. C., Chicago, and also in Mass. the past 4 months but gained no relief. The funeral was held Friday at the Congregational Church, participated in by the Woodmen lodge, of which he was a member. (Beacon - 13 Dec 1901)(Glenwood Cem. 16 Aug 1860 - 3 Dec 1901)
Madden, Mrs. Elizabeth died at her home in the central part of Rawles Twp. 18 Nov after a few weeks sickness, altho she had been in poor health ever since being hurt by falling from a buggy several years ago. Elizabeth Hodgin, born Jan 26, 1843, near Nashville, Tenn. was married in 1874 to Isaac Madden. In 1861, they moved to Iowa and located about 7 miles southwest of Malvern, where she continued to live up to the time of her death. Her husband died in 1878. (Beacon - 29 Nov 1901)(Malvern Cem.)
Vinton, Mrs. William, Sr. (Jane H.) Mrs. J. M. Barbour and Miss Mamie Barbour went to Pacific City Saturday to attend the funeral of the latter's grandmother, Mrs. Wm. Vinton, Sr. who died Friday at the home of her son in Henderson. The deceased was about 82 years of age. The remains were taken to the old home at Pacific City and from there to the Glenwood Cemetery, the funeral being held on Monday. (Beacon - 1 Nov 1901)(Glenwood Cem. 5 Apr 1820 - 25 Oct 1901)
