Page County, Iowa obituaries
transcribed by Pat O'Dell genpat@netins.net
 
 

Carbaugh, Etta May - Miss Etta Carbaugh, aged 33 years, passed away Sunday after a short illness from Spanish Influenza. The funeral was held at the home Tuesday morning, burial taking place at the Oak Grove cemetery, with Rev. M. M. Cable officiating. PAGE COUNTY DEMOCRAT, Clarinda, Iowa, Nov 14, 1918

Etta May Carbaugh

Miss Etta May Carbaugh, aged 33 years, 8 months and 24 days, passed 'away Nov. 10, 1918, at 10:20 a. m. She has been ill only ten days, and pneumonia was the cause of her death. As long as her health permitted she was a faithful attendant at Sunday school and church. Etta was kind and pleasant to her parents and dear brother, always at home with them. She leaves her father, mother, brother, five aunts, four uncles with their families to mourn their loss. She was laid to rest in the Oak Grove cemetery two miles east of Clarinda.

Card of Thanks. We wish to extend our sincere thanks to all who so kindly assisted during the illness and death of our dear daughter and sister. Mrs. M. E. Carbaugh and Son.

CLARINDA HERALD, Clarinda, Iowa, Nov 21, 1918

Miss Etta Carbaugh died Sunday morning of pneumonia after a brief illness. Interment was made at Oak Grove cemetery Tuesday morning at 11 o'clock, Rev. David S. Curry, officiating. CLARINDA HERALD, Clarinda, Iowa, Nov 14, 1918

 

Carey, Araminta C. Peer Smith -

Another of Page county's aged residents, Mrs. Carey, passed away before daylight Wednesday morning, Dec. 20th, at the home of her daughter, Mrs. C. H. Keeler, living north of Page Center, age about seventy-five years, death being due to pneumonia and other complications partly arising from old age. Mrs. Carey came here in the first place to assist in caring for her daughter, who has been quite ill. She is the grandmother of Mrs. B. F. Mitts, of Page Center, and of Mrs. John Wubker. Owing to sickness in the home, we have been unable to get through by phone to learn full particulars for this week's issue. CLARINDA HERALD, Clarinda, Iowa, Dec 21, 1916

Mrs. Carey, mother of Mrs. Charles Keeler, died at their home near Page Center, Dec. 20, 1916.   The funeral was held Friday at the home conducted by Rev. Joseph   Penn. She  was taken back home and laid to rest beside Mr. Carey. Araminta C.  Peer was born near Cincinnatti, O., Feb. 10, 1843.   She was married to Jacob Smith in 1858.   Two children were born to this union:   Martin A. and Emma Josephine, who survive. She was left a widow during the Civil war. Eight years later she married Absalom Carey,  who departed this life Aug. 14, 1878.    Seven children were born to this union, two children dying  in infancy, and the eldest son, Frank Monroe, passed away April 24 of this year.   The four surviving are George J.  of Lorimore, Ia.; Edna B., of Ames; William B., of Omaha, Nebr.; and John of California.   All were present at  the funeral  but  Martin A. Smith of Fruitland, Ida., and John Carey of California.    Besides the children she leaves a number of grandchildren, also one brother, James G. Peer of Colorado.

She united with the Methodist church at the age of 11 years and has lived a beautiful Christian life. Enough cannot be said of the unselfishness of the departed mother, always doing for others and forgetting self. CLARINDA JOURNAL, Clarinda, Iowa, Dec 28, 1918

 

Carlson, A.J. - A. J. Carlson, a native of Sweden, was struck by passenger train number two, a mile and a half west of Stanton, Tuesday evening of last week and instantly killed while driving cows across the railroad track. The man leaves a wife, who resides in Sweden, and two married daughters living in St. Paul, Minn. He had made his home with Victor Swanson near Stanton for many years, although Mr. Swanson was no relation to him. Why he lived apart from his wife and children is not known. The tragic death occurred on his seventieth birthday. CLARINDA HERALD, Clarinda, Iowa, Jul 29, 1909


Carlson, A.J. - Word was received in this city this week by O. C. Osterholm that his uncle, A. J. Carlson, of Omaha, was killed there in the railway yards last Friday by a switch engine. He was run over and died almost instantly. CLARINDA HERALD, Clarinda, Iowa, Oct 27, 1905

 

Carlson, Amanda Lindell -

Mrs. Andrew Carlson passed away July 2nd, at her home in Clarinda, the funeral being held Tuesday afternoon, July, 6th, from the Clarinda Presbyterian Church, conducted by Rev. W. H. Jordan, pastor of the Presbyterian Church in Shenandoah, the Clarinda pastor being out of town. A large congregation of friends and former neighbors from Page Center neighgorhood were present to pay their last respects to the departed. There was a profusion of beautiful flowers. The sermon by Rev. Jordan was impressive and well befitted the occasion.
Amanda Lindell was born Dec. 12, 1872, in Henry County, Illinois. She moved to Iowa with her parents when but a small child. She was united in marriage to Andrew Carlson in 1891. Two sons and two daughters survive, Mrs. Olive Larson, Clarence and Reuben Carlson, and Mrs. Lulu Mace., also two grandchildren. Her aged parents, Mr, and Mrs. John Lindell of California are also living, and five sisters, Mrs. Vanderholm of Washington, Mrs. Anna Hammer of Villisca, Mrs. Anderson and Mrs. Thorpe of Omaha, and Mrs. Voss ol Wyoming.
When a young girl, she confessed Christ, and was for many years a member of the Yorktown Presbyterian Church, having expected last Sabbath to become a member of the Clarinda Presbyterian Church, being helpful all of her life to those about her. CLARINDA HERALD, Clarinda, Iowa, Jul 8, 1920


Mrs. Andrew Carlson. The funeral of Mrs. Andrew Carlson was held at the Presbyterian church
in this city Tuesday afternoon, July 6, 1920, at 2:30, conducted by the Rev Dr. Jordan of   Shenandoah. Three hymns were sung by the Misses Bertha and Carrie Loranz,   accompanied by their mother, Mrs Henry Loranz. Interment was in Birchwood cemetery. The following obituary has been given The Journal for publication: Amanda Lindell was born Dec. 12 1872 in Henry county, Ill.; died at her home in Clarinda, Iowa, July 2 1920 aged 47 years 6 months and 20 days. While a small child she moved with her parents to Iowa, where she has resided all of her life. She was united in marriage to Andrew Carlson, in 1891. To this union were born six children, one son dying in infancy, the eldest son, Carl, having passed away two years ago. Surviving are two sons and two daughters, Mrs. Olive Larson, Clarence and Reuben Carlson, and Mrs. Lulu Mace; also, two grandchildren. Besides husband and children she leaves her aged parents, Mr and Mrs. John Lindell of California, five sisters, Mrs. Charles Vanderholm of Washington, Mrs. Anna Hammer of Villisca, Mrs. John Anderson and Mrs Ida Thorpe of Omaha, and Mrs Carl Voss of Sheridan, Wyo. CLARINDA JOURNAL, Clarinda, Iowa, Jul 8, 1920

 

Carlson, Carl Emil R. -

Carl Emil R. Carlson, eldest son of Mr. and Mrs. Andrew Carlson, of Yorktown, died at the Dr. Powers' hospital at Clarinda on Feb. 21st after twelve weeks of suffering. The funeral services were held on Monday, Feb. 25, at 10:30 a. m. and 3 p, m., the morning service being at the Yorktown Presbyterian church, the afternoon at Shenandoah. Services were conducted by the Revs. W. H. Jordan of Shenandoah and the Rev. C. B. Driver of Yorktown. Rev. Driver preached the sermon at Yorktown church, from Matthew 14:12—"And they went and told Jesus". The church was crowded to the doors with sympathetic friends and neighbors. The Rev. Mr. Jordan preached the sermon at Shenandoah from Eccles: 11:9—"Rejoice Oh Young Man, in thy Youth," Rev. Driver taking part in the service both at the church and grave. Music was rendered in both churches, the male quartet at Shenandoah being especially beautiful.
The flowers were exquisite and fragrant and very tastefully arranged at both churches.
Carl Carlson was born March 27, 1892 and spent almost all of his short life in Page county.
He joined the Presbyterian church at Yorktown at the age of 16 and remained a member until two years ago, when he was transferred to the church at Shenandoah.
He was united in marriage to Miss Elsie McCunn of Shenandoah, and she with one infant son, Herbert, mourns his early death. He also leaves a father, mother, 2 sisters and 2 brothers. The sympathy of the whole community goes out to these sorrowing ones.

CLARINDA HERALD, Clarinda, Iowa, Feb 28, 1918

Carl Carlson.
Carl E. R. Carlson, after a lingering illness of twelve weeks in Clarinda died Feb. 21. Funeral services were
held in the Presbyterian churches at Yorktown and Shenandoah. He was a member of the latter church. Mr. Carlson was a son of Mr. and Mrs. Andrew Carlson south of Yorktown, and was well known over Page county. For the last year he had been farming near Gravity. When 16 years old he united with the Presbyterian church of Yorktown and later with the Shenandoah church. A splendid young fellow, hardworking, loved by many, as was shown by the large number of men at both services. He is a brother-in-law of Lieut. Merle and Sergeant Verne McCunn, now in France. On June 6, 1915, he was married to Elsie McCunn of Shenandoah and to them was born one son, Herbert, now 16 months old. Beside his parents, he leaves two sisters, Olive and Lulu and two brothers, Clarence and Reuben, and many other relatives to mourn his untimely death. Rev. C. K. Driver and Rev. W. H. Jordan conducted the two
services, Mr. Jordan having visited him often while he was in the hospital at Clarinda. Interment was at Shenandoah. CLARINDA JOURNAL, Clarinda, Iowa, Mar 14, 1918


Carl Carlson.
Carl Carlson of near Gravity died in Clarinda, Friday, Feb. 22, 1918. He had submitted to an operation for appendicites, but in addition to appendicitis was afflcted with abscess of the liver. He was the son of Mr. and Mrs. Andrew Carlson of near Page. Among other relatives he leaves a wife and one son. His funeral was held at Yorktown at 10:30 a.m. Monday, and burial was at Shenandoah Monday afternoon. CLARINDA JOURNAL, Clarinda, Iowa,Feb 28, 1918

YORKTOWN MAN DIES HERE

Carl E. Carlson, who has been taking treatment at the Power's hospital following two operations some time ago, died Friday evening at six-thirty The young man was twenty-five years old, and is survived by a wife, who was formerly Miss Elsie McCunn of Shenandoah, and a seventeen-months old son. They have made their home at Gravity, having leased a farm in that vicinity. Deceased was a member of the Presbyterian church and a member of Macks Bible class. The funeral services were held at the Yorktown Presbyterian church at 10: 80 Monday forenoon, and again at the First Presbyterian church at Shenandoah at 3 o'clock, conducted by W. H. Jordan of Shenandoah and Rev. C. E. Driver of Yorktown. PAGE COUNTY DEMOCRAT, Clarinda, Iowa, Feb 28, 1918

 

Carlson, Elizabeth Jeannette Draper Williams - MRS CARLSON DIES IN COLO.
Mrs. Elizabeth J. Carlson, wife of C. J. Carlson passed away in Colorado Springs, Colo., June 29, 1919, at 9 p.m. She was born Feb. 2, 1841 at Exeter, Ill., and for many years was a resident of Page Co. She had gone to Colorado on account of ill health from asthma, from which she has suffered a long time, and which was the cause of her death.The funeral services will be held at the Clarinda Methodist church, with Rev. M. M. Cable in charge. The body will be laid to rest in the Clarinda cemetery. PAGE COUNTY DEMOCRAT, Clarinda, Iowa, Jul 3, 1919

The remains of Mrs. C. J. Carlson, who died in Colorado, have arrived in Clarinda for the funeral and burial. The funeral takes place this afternoon. Mrs. Carlson had been an invalid for some time. Many friends sympathize with the surviving husband and other relatives. The deceased was a most excellent woman. More extended mention concerning her will be made in The Journal next week invited. CLARINDA JOURNAL, Clarinda, Iowa, Jul 3, 1919

Elizabeth Jeannette Draper was born in Scott County, Illinois, Feb. 5, 1841, a daughter of Samuel H. and Abigail (Young) Draper, both of whom have preceded her to the better world, her father dying in Aug. 1891 and her mother in Nov. 1907.
The girlhood of the deceased was spent in Illinois and Iowa. At the age of 16 years she was united in marriage to Dr. H. C. Williams.
Desiring to help her husband in his life work, she took up the study of medicine at the Keokuk Medical College at Keokuk, Iowa, from which institution she completed her work and entered on the practice of her profession. After her husbands death she continued in the practice of medicine until 1900, when ill health compelled her to retire. In the meantime she was married a second time, Jan. 1st, 1879, to C. J. Carlson of Clarinda,. to whom two children were born, a son dying in infancy, and Mrs. B. C. Wilson of Clarinda. By the first marriage 3 children were born, Cassius C. who died in 1912. Albert H., who died in 1901, and Seraph C. who died in infancy. She was also a mother to four step­children, Charlie and Ira, who are deceased, Eva, now Mrs. F. C. Depuey of Clarinda, and Fred S. Carlson of Salina, Kansas.
Dr. Carlson had three brothers and one sister, one brother, A. J. Draper of Corydon, Iowa and the sister, Mrs. Clara Smart of Tamar, Coloroda still survives. P. B. died in 1907 and George died in 1902. Her husband is also left to mourn her loss.
Early in life she united with the Baptist church, but in later years she attended and supported the Methodist church, raising the children in that faith.
The deceased had been an invalid for many years. Two weeks before her death she went to Colorado Springs, Colorado, accompanied by her husband and daughter, Mrs. B. C. Wilson, with the hope of improving her health. Although she had the attention of the best medical skill in that City, together with the assistance of her home physician, Dr. W. W. West, who hurriedly made the trip in answer to a message from her daughter, and who remained with her to the end. It was not to be, for she passed quietly away Sunday night, June. 29, 1919.
Her body was accompanied home by husband, daughter and Dr. West, arriving in Clarinda July 1. The funeral was held in the First Methodist church, Thursday afternoon, July 3, 1919 at three o'clock, conducted by Rev. M. M. Cable. Special music was furnished by a quartette. Interment in the Clarinda Cemetery. CLARINDA HERALD, Clarinda, Iowa, Jul 10, 1919

PASSED AWAY Many friends of Mrs. Elizabeth Jeanette Carlson were shocked Monday morning to learn of her death Sunday at Colorado Springs. Colo., where she was taken about two weeks ago for her health on account of a bad attack of asthma. The body will be brought back to Clarinda and buried in the local cemetery Thursday afternoon. Funeral services will be held from the Methodist church, Rev. M. M. Cable officiating. CLARINDA HERALD, Clarinda, Iowa, Jul 3, 1919

 

Carlson, Ethel -

Miss Ethel Carlson. Word was received here yesterday of the death of Miss Ethel Carlson, sister of C. M. Carlson. Miss Carlson's home was in Clay Center, Kans. but her death occurred in Oakland, Calif where she was visiting a sister. Mr and Mrs. Carlson left Clarinda yesterday afternoon for Clay Center, where the funeral will be held. Miss Carlson had visited in Clarinda several times and had a number of friends. CLARINDA JOURNAL, Clarinda, Iowa, Aug 21, 1919

 

Carlson, Oscar -

Oscar Carlson, a bachelor farmer living southeast of Villisca, committed suicide Saturday by hanging himself to a tree.   No motive is known for the act.

PAGE COUNTY DEMOCRAT, Clarinda, Iowa, Jul 31, 1913

 

Carlson, Vina -

Sunny Slope. Our community was shocked last Tuesday to hear of the death of Miss Vina Carlson. Miss Carlson was struck by an automobile Monday, and died in about ten minutes after. She was 22 years and 16 days old at the time of her death. She was born and raised in our neighborhood, living here until about four years ago, when she with her parents, moved to Stanton. She has been working in the feeble minded institution at Glenwood. An entertainment was being planned for the children of the home and she and another young lady went down town on an errand, where the accident occurred. Short funeral services were held at the home of her parents at Stanton. Later funeral services were conducted at the Methodist Episcopal church in Villisca. Interment was in the Villisca cemetery. CLARINDA JOURNAL, Clarinda, Iowa, Nov 10, 1918

Miss Vina Carlson of Stanton was killed Monday evening, Dec. 31st, in Glenwood when an automobile struck her, causing concussion of the brain. She was first knocked down by a passing car, and before she could regain her feet another car hit her, which resulted in her death.
Miss Carlson was employed at the state institution at Glenwood, and was the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. C. J. A. Carlson of Stanton. She was 22 years of age.

The body was taken to Stanton where a short service was held and the body was then taken to Villisca where services were held and burial made in the Villisca cemetery. The Carlson family were formerly residents of Villisca.—Red Oak Express. CLARINDA HERALD, Clarinda, Iowa, Jan 17, 1918

 

Carlton, H.A., Rev -

Rev.  H. A. Carlton died at the Marshalltown old soldiers home, Monday, where he had been residing since early the past year.    The remains were shipped   to Grant, Montomery county, for interment by the side of his first wife who preceded him to the betterland several years ago.    He leaves a wife in this city to mourn his death, where he resided many years. Rev. Hamilton was about 81 years of age and was a Chaplain in the war of the rebellion. PAGE COUNTY DEMOCRAT, Clarinda, Iowa, Jan 30, 1913

 

Carlton, Matilda -

Mrs. H. A. Carlton, wife of Rev. H. A. Carlton, died at the family home in southeast Clarinda, August 31, aged 67 years, 1 month and 26 days.
Mrs. Matilda Carlton was born July 5, 1841, in Pike county, Penn. She was baptized in her infancy in the Presbyterian faith, of which she has been a faithful member the greater part of her life, except for a time when her husband was in the work of the itinerary when she united with the Methodists, later returning to the Presbyterian church.
On December 3, 1885, she was united in marriage to Rev. H. A. Carlton.
Mrs. Carlton had been very ill with typhoid fever for some weeks prior to her death, and although she had suffered a great deal, was always light-hearted and buoyant under difficulties. The funeral services were held from the family residence, Wednesday afternoon, September 2, at 3:30 o'clock, Rev. J. W. Abel conducting the services. CLARINDA HERALD, Clarinda, Iowa, Sep 4, 1908

Mrs. Matilda Carlton, wife of Rev. A. H. Carlton, died Monday at her home in southeast Clarinda, age 67 years, 1 month and 26 days, She bad been in poor health for some time from dropsy. The funeral was held yesterday at 3:30, comducted by Rev. Abel. PAGE COUNTY DEMOCRAT, Clarinda, Iowa, Sep 3, 1908

 

Carmichael, Vernon "Lester" -

IS KILLED IN ACCIDENT.

Lester Carmichael, Born at Clarinda, Loses Life Near Villisea.
[Correspondence of The Journal]— Vernon Lester Carmichael, son of Mr. and Mrs. Ed Carmichael, was killed last Thursday afternoon (Dec. 30, 1920) about 4:30, six miles northwest of Villisca, by a load of wood that was chained to a bob sled. The back runner of the sled hit a stump and turned over in a ditch, and Lester was sitting on top of the load of wood when the load turned over. His father was also on the load, driving the team, and his brother Donald was riding on the runner, watching to see if they were going to hit the stump or not. They both jumped and saved themselves from being killed, but Lester went with the load. He was pinned under all of the load of wood and was killed instantly. Donald ran for help, but all the men in the neighborhood were away from home at the time, and they sent for a doctor, but nothing could be done. Lester's ribs were broken and penetrated his lungs.
Lester was born at Clarinda, Iowa, Oct. 17, 1909, and died at the age of 11 years 2 months and 13 days. He was a very dear child to those who knew him, and loved by all his little friends and schoolmates. He was a member of the United Presbyterian church and was a good Christian boy, always trying to make everybody happy.
He leaves to mourn their loss, a father, mother, four brothers, Donald, Russell, Wilbur and Fred, and one sister, Faye, besides his grandfather, grandmother, a number of aunts, uncles and a host of friends.
The funeral was held Sabbath day at 2:30 at the Methodist church near Villisca, conducted by Rev. W. E. Gordon of the United Presbyterian church at Hepburn. Six of Lester's school­mates were pallbearers. Interment was in the cemetery at Vilisca. CLARINDA JOURNAL, Clarinda, Iowa, Jan 6, 1921

 

Carmine, Frank - The sudden death of a relative, Frank Carmine, of a Clarinda family, took place at Valley Falls, Kans., Saturday, Feb. 7, 1920, at 2:30 p.m. Mr. Carmine was the husband of a sister of Mrs. C. L. Beech of this city. Mrs. Carmine before her marriage was Miss Minta Smith. Mr. Carmine was taken ill only the morning of the days he died. Two physicians were summoned, one of whom attributed the death to pressure on the brain. Besides his wife, two sons survive Mr. Carmine— Dale, a student of the Kansas state agricultural college at Manhattan, Kans., and Arnold, who is finishing his work as a student in the Valley Falls high school. The late Mr. Carmine was 46 years of age and by occupation a farmer. The funeral was held Tuesday at Fairfax, Mo. Mr. and Mrs. C. L. Beech went from this city to attend it. Mrs. Beech went on crutches, not having sufficiently recovered from her accident to go without them. CLARINDA JOURNAL, Clarinda, Iowa, Feb 12, 1920

Mr. and Mrs. C. L. Beech went Tuesday morning to Fairfax, Mo., to attend the funeral Tuesday afternoon of Mrs. Beech's brother-in-law Frank Carmine. Mr. Carmine died suddenly Saturday morning at Valley Falls, Kans. Mr. Carmine is survived by a loving wife and two grown sons. CLARINDA HERALD, Clarinda, Iowa, Feb 12, 1920

 

Carpenter, Irvin's DAUGHTER -

The five year old girl ol Mr. and Mrs. Irvin Carpenter, living west of Christian church, died yesterday morning from membraneous croup.

PAGE COUNTY DEMOCRAT, Clarinda, Iowa, Dec 14, 1899

 

Carper, Elizabeth E. Wise -

In memoriam of Mrs George Carper, who died Aug. 2, 1902, at 2 o'clock p.m.
Elizabeth E. Wise was born April 9th, 1843, at New Petersburg, Ohio. She was married to George W. Carper Sept. 14, 1865 at place of birth. Four children were horn to this union.all of whom are living except one little girl, Lillie, who died in infancy,—Walter, who now resides in St Joseph. Mo, Newton, at Boise, Idaho, and Eva, at home, She leaves a husband, three children, two grand children, two sisters and one brother, besides many friends to mourn her death. One grandson, Lloyd, son of Mr. and Mrs. Walter Carper, preceded her a little over one year ago to the heavenly home and was waiting to welcome his grandma. Mrs. Carper united with the Presbyterian church at the age of twenty-four and has since lived a consistent christian life. In her home she was a kind wife and loving mother. In social life she was strong, and it can be truly said that everyone who knew her was her friend. For over a year she had suffered from that dreadful disease cancer of the stomach, and about three weeks ago her physicians told her she could not live. Trusting in her savior, she was able to say. "Thy will be done," and when at last she was summoned to go, she was willing and anxious to go, she said, and live with Jesus.
The funeral was held at the home Sabbath day at 4 o'clock, conducted by Rev. Pruitt of Shambaugh. She had chosen as the text, I Cor 2-9: "But as it is written, eye hath not seen nor ear heard, neither have entered into the heart of man, the things which God hath prepared for them that love him,"
The floral offerings were the choicest and lovliest that nature could bring. She had chosen for her paulbearers, Messrs. N W Cline, F M Vaeaman, M V Thompson, Wm Hakes, John Hatfield and Henry Fulk. The bereaved family have the heartfelt sympathy of all who know them, in the sad bereavement. We realize how insufficient human sympathy is when we think of their loss, of the vacant chair in the home and the voice they will never hear again as they sit around the family circle. In this time of sorrow we can only point them to the divide one. who will enable us to find consolation in the hope we have that if we take her example as our guide we will meet her in the happy home, which will be one unbroken family around the throne of God. In the midst of life death claimed her. and in the triumph of a living faith she passed from earth with its labors to heaven and its reward, only to shine a brighter iight on the other shore. Amidst many sympathizing friends the last tender words were spoken and sung and Mrs. Carper was laid to rest in the Clarinda cemetery by the side of her little grandson Lloyd. "Call not back the dear departed,"
Anchored safe where storms are o'er: On the border land where we left here,
Soon to meet to part no more. Far beyond this world of changes,
Far beyond this world of care; We shall find our missing loved one
In our Father's mansion fair.
Card of Thauks, —The family desire to thank the kind friends who so kindly asssisted and sympathized with them in this their sad bereavement, in the death of a dear wife and mother. PAGE COUNTY DEMOCRAT, Clarinda, Iowa, Aug 7, 1902

 

Carper, Lloyd Clare -

Died Dec. 15, 1910, Lloyd Clare, son of Mr. and Mrs Walter Carper, aged 2 years months and 4 days, the interment taking place in the city cemetery Monday at 10:30.
Many sad farwells were given Many bitter tears were shed .
Many sad hearts beat with anguish When our darling boy was dead.
Little Llovd now has left us, Left this deary world below.
Gone unto that home immortal Where I trust we all shall go.
Only a few hours we watched and nursed him With a tender anxious care,
But the angels came and called him, Led him up the golden stairs.
Oh, how we will daily miss him, He from earth has passed away;
We are sitting all so lonely Thinking o'er our loss today.
We will miss him after sunset. When the shades of night are near, We will listen for his footsteps Which we never more will hear.
Here are all his little play things, Vacant is his chair at home,He has only gone before us, Beckoning now for us to come. PAGE COUNTY DEMOCRAT, Clarinda, Iowa, Dec 20, 1900

Lloyd Clare, son of Mr. and Mrs. Walter Carper, died at their home in south Clarinda on Sunday morning last, of scarlet fever and membranous croup, after an illness of only a few hours. The little fellow was aged 2 years, 7 months and 4 days. Funeral services were conducted at the grave in the Clarinda cemetery yesterday morning, by Rev. E. E. IlgenFritz. The parents and Mr. and Mrs. M. V. Thompson desire to thank the friends that helped them during the sickness and death of of their little darling boy.
Many sad farewells were given,
Many bitter tears were shed,
Many sad hearts beat with anguish,
When our darling boy was dead.
Little Lloyd now has left us,
Left this weary world below.
Gone unto that home immortal,
Where I trust we all shall go.
Only aiew hours we watched and nursed him,
With a tender, anxious care,
But the angels came and called him,
Led him up the golden stair.
Oh, how we will daily miss him, He from earth has passed away. We are sitting all so lonely, Thinking o'er our loss today.
We will miss him after suuset, When the shades of night are near, We will listen for his footsteps, Which we never more will hear.
Here are all his little playthings, Vacant is hfs chair at home, He has only gone before us, Beckoning now, for us to come

—His Mamma

CLARINDA HERALD, Clarinda, Iowa, Dec 18, 1900

 

Carr, Sarah J. - Mrs. Sarah J. Carr, who died Sept. 10th, 1913, at the home of her daughter, Mrs. W. W. Dalrymple in Clarinda, was born Sept. 30, 1840, being thus over seventy years of age. She was buried Sept. 12th in Clarinda cemetery. She is survived by one daughter, four grandchildern in Washington D.C ., and one sister and brother, one niece and one nephew. She early joined the Methodist church in New York state, and through life was a true Christian and devoted mother, always patient and willing in her .sufferings, and ready to go to her maker. CLARINDA HERALD, Clarinda, Iowa, Oct 16, 1913

 

Carrell, Tilden -

Tilden Carrell, age 34 years, died Monday, at 4:30 a. m. He is survived by his widow and six children. Services at the residence, 1 mile south of Hepburn Tuesday morning, at 9 o'clock.   Burial south of Norwich. PAGE COUNTY DEMOCRAT , Clarinda, Iowa, Mar 7, 1916 and CLARINDA HERALD, Clarinda, Iowa, Mar 9, 1916

 

 

Carroll, Edward L. - Pvt. Edward L. Carroll.
The home was saddened last week when the news came to Mrs. Will Harms Jr. that her brother Pvt. Edward L. Carroll has been killed in action. October 14th, 1918. His father at Fordtown, Tenn. received the telegram Nov. 21st and at once informed Mrs. Harms.
Pvt. Edward answered his country's call Sept. 21st and went with M. G. Co. 6th Inf to Camp Forresst, Chattanooga Tenn. In March he went over seas.
Pvt. Edward was only 22 years old last August and was loved by all who knew him.
Mrs. Harms had two other brothers in the last draft. She and her husband went to Fordtown to see these brothers just before they were called.
Pvt. Edward's grandfather was killed fifty years ago during the Civil war.    
He leaves a father and mother, five brothers and six sisters besides a host of friends. CLARINDA HERALD, Clarinda, Iowa, Dec 5, 1918

 

Carson, Emma Jan Draper -


Emma Jan Draper was born Feb. 16, 1886, in Hepburn, Iowa, and died at 3:00 a. m. June 28, 1914, at her home on East State Street in Clarinda.
She was married to C. H. Carson June 12, 1906. This union was blessed with two children, Harry and Irene Elizabeth, the latter departing this life twelve hours after the mother at the age of ten days. She leaves to mourn her loss besides the husband and son, three sisters, Mrs. Anna Horner, of Caldwell, Idaho, Mrs. Eva Fletcher and Mrs. Laura Hauntz and two brothers, Phin and Will Draper, of Weiser, Idaho. Up until about a year ago her home had been in Weiser, Idaho, and Creston, Iowa, and she leaves large circle of friends in both places to mourn her loss. Although living in Clarinda only a short time, she has made a number of warm friends who gathered to render any service of love that they might. All that loving care and skilled medical attention could devise was done for her.
Mr. Carson and little Harry accompanied the remains to Weiser, Idaho, Monday to place them in their last resting place beside the father and mother of the deceased, Mr. and Mrs. P. B. Draper. Mrs. Carson was a bright cheerful wife and a loving mother and her friends will miss her winning ways and the words of cheer which she was ever ready to give. Little Harry will make his home in Idaho with his aunt, Mrs. Hunter, and his little friends and Bible school teacher will miss him. Mr. Carson will continue his work in the cream department of Swift & Co., in this city. He has the sympathy of the whole community in his bereavement. Many beautiful floral tributes evidenced the esteem of her friends here. CLARINDA HERALD, Clarinda, Iowa, Jul 2, 1914

Mrs. Emma J. Carson, wife of C. H. Carson, died Sunday at her home in East Clarinda, from blood poison, aged 28 years, 4 months and 12 days. She leaves a bereaved husband and motherless boy aged 4 years. The remains were taken to Midvale, Idaho, for interment and there the funeral was held. PAGE COUNTY DEMOCRAT, Clarinda, Iowa, Jul 2, 1914

 

Carson, Mary A. Augustine -

Mary A. Augustine was born in Pennsylvania, May 8, 1844. At the age of fourteen she came with her parents to Illinois. She was married to John F. Carson Dec. 4, 1879, two years later, coming to Page county, Iowa, where they have since resided. She was one of a family of eleven children, two sisters and two brothers survive her, only one sister being able to be with her during her last illness, and with loving heart and tender care helped to soothe her in her last hours. Mrs. Carson united with the Methodist Episcopal church in early girlhood, and lived a faithful, devoted, energetic Christian life.
On the 12th day of February at 6 o'clock in the evening, word went out that Mrs. Mary Carson had given up the burdens of life, knowing that she was soon to cross the bar and meet her Pilot "Face to face". An expression of regret went up from the host of friends to whom she had been most dear. Yet with the regret came the feeling of thankfulness that her sufferings had ended, and that she had passed to that better land. What has been a great loss to the community has been her greatest gain. She is too well known that her virtues need be sung, yet many points, in her lovely character deserve more than passing mention.   Nothing so comforting as the recollection of the sweet abiding influence of her gentle and pure character and worthy example. The memory of her gracious presence, her loving helpfulness, her unselfish giving of herself, rest like a benediction upon us, so modest, so retiring that her wonderful strength of leadership was a continual surprise. She stretched out her hand to the poor, and her's was the hand that suffereth long and is kind and never faileth.
Funeral services were held at the home west of Clarinda Saturday, Feb 15, at 2 p. m., Rev. M. M. Cable of the M. E. church of Clarinda officiating. The body was taken to Canton, Ill., and laid to rest at the side of her parents. CLARINDA HERALD, Clarinda, Iowa, Feb 20, 1919

The community has suffered a deep loss in the death of the late Mrs. J. F. Carson. Those who have been associated with her in various enterprises for general uplift, know the progressive spirit with which she was imbued and remember the gentle, kindly manner in which she rendered assistance. In the establishing of the Page county rest room in the Clarinda court house she was particularly interested and she made many little gifts to go toward the keeping up of the room, especially before a monetary provision had been made for the support of the place. She will be missed by the rest room committee and by those who had been accustomed to see her when she visited the room.
The late Mrs. Carson was born in Pennsylvania, May 8, 1844. Her maiden name was Mary A. Augustine. At the age of 14 she moved with her parents to Illinois. She was married Dec. 4, 1879, to John F. Carson and removed with him to Page county, la., two years later. She became a member of the Methodist Episcopal church in early girlhood and throughout her life remained devoted to her faith. She passed away Feb. 12, 1919, at 6 p.m., at her home west of Clarinda. Funeral services were held at the home, Saturday, Feb. 15, at 2 p.m., conducted by Rev. M. M. Cable. The remains were taken to Canton, Ill., for interment by the side of her parents. She is survived by her husband, two brothers and two sisters, one of latter being here during her last illness. Mrs. Carson was one of a family of eleven children. CLARINDA JOURNAL, Clarinda, Iowa, Feb 27, 1919


Mrs. Carson Dead
Mrs. John F. Carson passed to her reward Wednesday aftersoon, at her farm residence west of Clarinda, following a three week's illness. It is the plan to have short services at the home early Friday afternoon, in time that the body may be taken on the afternon train north to Carton, Illinois, for burial. CLARINDA HERALD, Clarinda, Iowa, Feb 13, 1919

Mrs. J. F. Carson, R. F. D. 2, Clarinda, died at her home last night. The remains will be taken to Illinois for burial. CLARINDA JOURNAL, Clarinda, Iowa, Feb 13, 1919

 

Carter, Harry Earl Jr - CARTER BABY DIES

Harry Carter was called to Osceola Tuesday by the fatal illness of his infant son, Harry Carter, Jr., who died Wednesday morning from pneumonia. Mrs Carter and the baby were visiting her relatives in Osceola when he became ill. The funeral is to be held this afternoon from the sister, Mrs. Ralph Havens, in South Osceola, and the body will be laid to rest in the Maple Hill cemetery. Mr. Carter is linotype operator at the Clarinda Herald. PAGE COUNTY DEMOCRAT, May 29, 1919

An unusually sad death is that of the infant son of Mr. and Mrs. Harry E. Carter of Clarinda, which took place at 4:30 a.m., Wednesday, May 28, 1919, at Osceola, Iowa, where Mrs. Carter and the baby had gone on a visit to Mrs. Carter's former home. The little one, Harry Earl Carter Jr., died of pneumonia, after a short illness. Mr. Carter, the father, who is a linotype operator in the Clarinda Herald office, received a telephone message from Mrs. Carter, Tuesday noon, informing him that their son was very low, the first information he had of the baby's illness, which must have quickly developed into its critical stage. Mr. Carter left Tuesday evening for Osceola, and Wednesday morning telephoned to P. B. Woolson, editor of The Herald, that Harry Jr. was dead. Funeral and burial will be at Osceola. In their great loss of a lovable child the parents certainly will have the sincere sympathy of all. CLARINDA JOURNAL, Clarinda, Iowa, May 29, 1919

Harry E. Carter was called by telephone to Osceola, on Tuesday, to the bedside of his baby boy, Harry Earl Carter, Jr., who, with his mother, has been visiting in Osceola at the home of her sister, Mrs. Ross Havens. The baby had pneumonia. Word comes Wednesday that the baby passed away at 4:30 Wednesday morning. Mr. and Mrs. Carter have been living in apartments over the Clarinda Herald office, Mr. Carter being linotype operator for this paper. They have the sympathy of many friends. The funeral is being held this Thursday afternoon, at the Ross Havens home in Osceola, interment in Maple Hill Cemetery at Osceola. CLARINDA HERALD, Clarinda, Iowa, May 29, 1919



Carter, Henry -

COLORED MAN IS A HERO.
Henry Carter Warns Others—Loses Own Life in Fire.
A fire which resulted fatally for one of the occupants of the burned building, occurred Tuesday night when the R. T. Lane restaurant building on South Ninth street was badly damaged. Henry. Carter, who aroused Mr. Lane, Joe Wilson and Percy Wilson, the only other occupants of the house, lost his life by suffocation from smoke. Henry was better known as "Frock."
The fire was discovered at 11:30 p.m., by Mrs. L. C. Clark, who lives north of the restaurant. She was awakened by a noise and thought at first it was falling sleet, then looked out of the window and saw the fire which was burning and crackling near the ground at the rear of the restaurant building. Mr. Lane had a twenty gallon tank of creosote stored in the rear of the building. Before Mrs. Clark could get out of the house to arouse the sleepers in the second story of the burning building the tank of creosote exploded and almost instantly the entire west end of the building was in flames. Mrs. Clark called and ran around the house and tried every way she knew how to awaken Mr. Lane and the other men in the house but it was some minutes before she finally aroused Mr, Carter, who in turn awoke the other men but waited too long to save his own life. The men were all in the east end or the main part of the house. Mr. Lane and Percy Wilson saved their lives by jumping from windows, as did Joe Wilson, a young colored man who was ill in bed, having undergone a minor surgical operation the day before. The stairway by the time the men were awake was impassable. Mr. Lane after getting out began to inquire about Mr. Carter, but he could not be found. The body was found in the hallway about twenty minutes of 2 o'clock, after the flames had been extinguished by the Clarinda Fire department who did splendid work in saving considerable of the main part of the building.
The Fire company   had responded quickly to the alarm and soon had three streams of water on the building.      Mr. Lane considers the loss on the; building  at  $2000,  which  was only partly covered by insurance.   There was no insurance on the furniture. Mr. Lane escaped with only his night clothing.   Mr. Lane plans to rebuild as soon as the insurance is adjusted.
Mrs. Clark, who ran out of her house barefooted, suffered from chilled feet from the frosty ground. If it had not been for her prompt action the lives of all the men in the building might have been lost.
In addition to his financial loss, Mr. Lane is mourning the loss of his friend who had been with him as a helper in the restaurant building for eight years. He speaks of him as a fine man who gave his life for three men in the building.
Mr. Carter was 37 years of age. He was a son of the late Moses Carter, a well known colored man of Clarinda who was a Union soldier. He was a brother of Mrs. Jane Montgomery of this city and Moses Carter Jr. of Oskaloosa. The funeral was to be held this afternoon at 2:30 at the St. Jacob's A. M. E. church. Burial was to be in Clarinda cemetery. CLARINDA JOURNAL, Clarinda, Iowa, Nov 10, 1921

 

Carter, Leta Jane - Leta Jane Carter, wife of Mose Carter, died Tuesday night after several days sickness, aged 54 years, 5 months, and 15 days. The funeral will be held this afternoon at the A. M. E. church at 3:30 o'clock. 

CLARINDA HERALD, Clarinda, Iowa, Mar 20, 1908

 

Carter, Moses -

Moses Carter, colored, died Tuesday noon at his home in East Clarinda, after a long illness from complicated ailments. The funeral was held at 2:30 day at the Colored Baptist church, conducted by the pastor, with services at the grave by the G. A. R. Post of which he was a member. Mr. Carter was a soldier in the civil war and operated principally in the western division of the army. His age is said to be about 75 years, but he was known forty years ago as "old Mose." PAGE COUNTY DEMOCRAT, Clarinda, Iowa, Oct 12, 1911

 

Carter, Sam - Mrs. C. Mulkins received a letter Friday announcing the death of her son-in-law, Mr. Sam Carter, at Joplin, Mo, Jan. 18th, after a week's illness of pneumonia. Mr. Carter was several years ago a resident of this locality and will be remembered by a number of our people. CLARINDA HERALD, Clarinda, Iowa, Feb 1, 1917

 

Cartwright, Norma -

Information has been received here in a letter from Mrs. Harry Starr of Clay Center, Kan., to Mrs. Max Kaufman, of the death of Mrs. Starr's aunt, Miss Norma Cartwright, which took place Tuesday, Sept. 12, 1916, at the home of her aunt, Mrs. McCray, at Tolstoy, S. D. Miss Cartwright formerly lived in Clarinda. CLARINDA JOURNAL, Clarinda, Iowa, Sep 21, 1916


Carver, Derrald -

Derrald Carver. Word was received this morning of the death of Derrald Carver, son of Mr. and Mrs. Delmar Carver of Braddyville. He was twelve years old. Mention of his serious illness is made
in the Braddyville correspondence. CLARINDA JOURNAL, Clarinda, Iowa, May 25, 1916

Derrill Millard Carver—1906-1916.
Derrill Millard Carver, was born near Clearmont, Mo., Oct. 23, 1906 and died at the home of his parents here in Braddyville, May 24, 1916. He leaves his father, mother, one brother, Donald Lee, one grandfather, two grandmothers, eight uncles, nine aunts and 19 cousins, together with a host of friends to mourn their loss. On Friday his beautiful little casket was carried to the Christian church, where a large concourse of people had met to pay the last tribute of respect. Rev. A. R. Hunt of Savannah officiated. After a very touching sermon, his remains were interred in Braddyville cemetery. CLARINDA HERALD, Clarinda, Iowa, Jun 1, 1916

 

Carver, Henry M. - Henry M. Carver died last Thur. at his home on 7th and Garfield strt.
He had been a resident of this county many years. The funeral was held Saturday at 9:30 from the home and interment in the Shearer cemetery in Buchanan township. PAGE COUNTY DEMOCRAT, Clarinda, Iowa, Nov 14, 1912

Mr. Henry M Carver was born at Uniontown, West Virginia, April 27, 1845, and died at Clarinda, Iowa, November 8, 1912, fcged 67 years, 6 months and 11 days.
When quite young he moved with his parents to Peoria, Ill., where he made his home till he moved to Page county, Iowa, and engaged in farming for a time near Braddyville.
On January 1, 1868, he was united in marriage with Miss Malinda Cousins Houston. To this union six children were born, three of whom died in infancy, and one, William Thomas, who died in 1893, and the wife, who died in 1882, leaving only two of this union who remain to mourn his departure--Mrs. Minnie A. Tannahill of Council Bluffs, Iowa, and Mr. Frank Carver, of Chicago, both of whom were present at his death.
On April 2, 1889, Mr. Carver was married to Mrs. Isabelle Cross at Clarinda, Iowa, to which union were given three children—Glenn E.. Clovie M., and Ralph M., who died at three years of age, leaving of this union a wife and two children to mourn his departure.
Mr. Carver's health had been failing him for some time before his last severe illness, which began about ten weeks ago, when he became bedfast from a complication of diseases, chief among which was paralysis.


Mr. Carver leaves four brothers and two sisters, namely, Charles C. Carver, Wm. B. Carver, Oscar T. Carver, Lewis Carver and Mrs. Emily Brent, all of whom were present, and Mrs Elsie Ryeson, of Los Angelos, California, who was unable to be here.
Mr. Carver was a member of the Church of Christ of Clarinda, was well known, and was highly respected. It was not his privilege to serve in large capacity the Savior he loved, but according to his ability he did faithfully that which his hands found to do in simple terms, he did what he could. What more can another do?
The funeral services were held from the Church of Christ in Clarinda, conducted by the pastor, Rev. Eppard. Interment was in the Oak Grove cemetery in Buchanan township. CLARINDA HERALD, Clarinda, Iowa, Nov 14, 1912

 

Carver, Mary -

Mrs. Mary Carver, an aged lady living south of the city, died Saturday night and was buried Monday afternoon. PAGE COUNTY DEMOCRAT, Clarinda, Iowa, Feb 25, 1904

Obituary.
Mary A. Carver wife of C. C. Carver, deceased, died at the home of her daughter, Mrs. B. T. Brent, Feb. 18, 1904, at the age of 77 years, 6 months and 9 days, after an illness of several weeks with catarrh of the lungs.
Mary A. Sayre was born in West Union, Virginia, July 9, 1826, and was united in marriage to C. C. Carver of Milo, Maine, April 17, 1842. After residing in West Union a number of years they removed to Peoria, Ill., where they lived until Oct. 1856, whence they came with early stttlers to Page county, Iowa, and located three and one-half miles northwest of Braddyville.
To them were born ten children, seven of whom survive, all being present at the funeral.

The deceased was reared in a Christian home and was re-united with the M. E. church of College Springs, May 19, 1895 under the pastorate of Rev. H. H. Barton. A davoted wife and loving mother has gone to her Eternal rest and will be missed by all who knew her. CLARINDA HERALD, Clarinda, Iowa, Mar 1, 1904

 


Carver, Sarah -

Sarah Carver, wife of Chas. Carver, died Monday, March 11, 1901, at her home in East Clarinda, aged 49 years, 8 months and 2 days. She had been in poor health for several years, and the cause of her death is said to have been from cancer of the stomach. The funeral was held Tuesday at 11 a, m., at the Christian church, conducted by W. O. Hutchings and Rev. W. J. Fisher. PAGE COUNTY DEMOCRAT, Clarinda, Iowa, Mar 14, 1901

Mrs, Sarah Carver, wife of C. C. Carver, died at their home in northeast Clarinda yesterday morning at half past eight o'clock, aged 49 years, 8 months and 2 days. Funeral services were held at the Christian church at eleven o'clock this morning, conducted by Revs. W. T. Fisher and Will O. Hutchings. CLARINDA HERALD, Clarinda, Iowa, Mar 12, 1901


Carver, Sarah Parrott

T, N. Tomlinson received a telegram yesterday announcing the death of Mrs. O. T. Carver, of Hartford, Kan. Funeral will be held at Hartford this afternoon. Mrs. Carver was formely Miss Sarah Farrott, of Blanchard. CLARINDA HERALD, Clarinda, Iowa, Feb 21, 1902


Case, Forrest Lloyd-

At the age of not quite nineteen years, Forrest Case passed away at the Powers Hospital in Clarinda early Tuesday morning, April 20th, from typhoid fever. The funeral is being held this Thursday afternoon from the Methodist Church in Shambaugh, the body being taken for interment to Maple Hill Cemetery. Forrest Case was born July 3rd, 1901, being the son of Mr. and Mrs. Porter M. Case. Most of his life has been spent on the farm southwest of Shambaugh, which they occupied until this spring, moving then to the farm south of Shambaugh. The boy has always been industrious, with a lovable character more than the ordinary. His presence will be sadly missed by a host of friends, as well as by his parents and the family, who have the sympathy of many friends. Besides his parents, he leaves five brothers and a sister, the sister's name being Vera, and the names of the brothers Lyle, George, Thomas, Earl and baby Ross. CLARINDA HERALD, Clarinda, Iowa, Apr 22, 1920

Forrest Lloyd Case.
Forrest Lloyd Case, oldest son of Mr. and Mrs. Porter Case living south of Shambaugh, was born July 3, 1901 on a farm west of Shambaugh, and passed from this life about 4 o'clock, Tuesday morning April 20, 1920, at the Powers' hospital in Clarinda as a result of typhoid fever.   His death came unexpectedly as he was thought to be doing well.   His age was 18 years 9 months and 17 days.   The funeral was held Thursday afternoon at the Shambaugh Methodist Episcopal church, the sermon being preached by the evangelist, Rev. Heironius, of Kentucky. Interment was in the Maple Hill cemetery at College Springs.  Besides his grief stricken parents there are left to mourn their great loss, five brothers, Lyle, who is convalescent from typhoid, George, Thomas, Earl and little Rose, also one sister Vera who attends High school at College Springs, and many sorrowing relatives and friends.
Forrest was converted, and baptized in 1916, at Shambaugh by Rev. J. A. Nayle of the Methodist Episcopal church, and his Christian life was a beautiful example of purity and unselfishness in the home and community.  He lived an active out door life, although he read and studied much.   He will be sadly
missed in the home, and by friends young and old, but the memory of his life and death will influence those who loved him to live nearer to God, that they may meet him in the better land.         CLARINDA JOURNAL, Clarinda, Iowa, Apr 29, 1920

                                         
Our community was shocked and saddened Tuesday morning when the death of Forest Case the oldest son of Mr. and Mrs. Port Case was announced which occurred at the Powers hospital in Clarinda at 4 a.m.
Forest was about 19 years old and was a boy highly esteemed and respected by all who knew him. Mr. and Mrs. Case have the heartfelt sympathy of the community in their sorrow. The funeral will be held at the Methodist Episcopal church Thursday afternoon at 2 o'clock. Mr. and Mrs. A. E. Richardson attended the wedding of Miss Arda Harlan and Orvllle A. Brodrick which took place at the bride's home in Clarinda, Tuesday, at 3 p.m. CLARINDA JOURNAL, Clarinda, Iowa, Apr 22, 1920

 

Casey, Matthew -

People of Clarinda were shocked last Thursday to learn of an accident to Matthew Casey, a former Clarinda man. Mr. Casey had for some time been in the employ of Swift and Co. in Clinton. The plant at which he works is about a mile down the river from where he rooms and it was his habit, as it was the habit of many of the employee who worked there, to ride down to work on the freight trains.
On Jan. lst he had worked in the morning and was returning home about 10.30. As he attempted to step on a fast moving train he slipped on some ice and fell under the train. One leg was entirely cut off while the other was mangled. He was immediately taken to a hospital and was operated on but the shock and loss of blood was so great that he passed away that evening at 10 o'clock.
Matthew Casey, son of M. T. and Mary Casey, was born in Clarinda, Iowa, Jan. 7, 1887. He died Jan. 1, 1914, in the hospital at Clinton, Iowa. His father and one brother preceded him in death.. He leaves to mourn his departure his mother, three borthers, Chas. and Bruce of Clarinda and Milton of Omaha, and one sister, Mrs. G. A. Kesler, of this city.
The funeral was at his mother's home on East Main street in this city Monday afternoon and the interment was in the Clarinda cemetery. Miss Maude Wallace, pastor of the Free Methodist church, having charge of the services. CLARINDA HERALD, Clarinda, Iowa, Jan 8, 1914

Mathew Casey died at a hospital in Clinton, Iowa, New Year's night following an accident that morning when both of his limbs were cut off by a freight train. With several other parties he was employed at a poultry house and batching a short distance from their work. They started from their quarters that morning and in attempting to board a freight Mat missed his hold and fell under the wheels, cutting one limb off above the knee and the other below. The remains were brought to this city and the funeral held Monday afternoon at the home of his mother on East Main street, conducted by the pastor of the Free Methodist church.   Mat was 27 years of age. PAGE COUNTY DEMOCRAT, Clarinda, Iowa, Jan 8, 1914

 

Cash, William, Mrs -

Mrs. Wm. Cash, aged 87 years, died at the county farm last evening, and will be buried in the city cemetery this afternoon, at three o'clock, services to be conducted by Rev. W. B. Clemmer. Mrs. Cash had been in the hospital for seven years, she and her husband, who survives her, having come from Northboro. CLARINDA HERALD, Clarinda, Iowa, Jun 29, 1900


Caskey, Elizabeth Blair - Elizabeth Caskey died Sunday, June 13, 1909 at her home southwest of Cla­rinda at the age of 41 years, and was buried at the Reformed Presbyterian church cemetery. Mrs. Caskey was born in Ireland, Feb. 14, 1868 and died of heart disease. CLARINDA HERALD, Clarinda, Iowa, Jun 17, 1909

Elizabeth Blair Caskey.
The community has once more been called upon to realize the truthfulness of the Master's statement, "therefore be ye also ready for in such an hour as ye think not the son of man cometh."
Altho Mrs. Caskey had been in failing strength for some time, not even her most intimate friends realized that she was living within the Valley and Shadow and was so soon to pass on to to the house of many mansions.
Mrs. Caskey's illness dated from last winter when a severe cold was contracted which later developed into tubercular trouble.
She was the daughter of James and Jane Blair and was born in Ireland, February 14, 1S68. She came to America when quite young, settling in the vicinity of Clarinda.

She was married to Robt. Caskey, Oct. 26, 1898 and died June 13, 1909. To this union five children were born, Arthur, Howard, Isabel, Wylie and a baby, now two months old. She was a member of the R. P. church.
The funeral was conducted by Rev. Robt Clark of Chicago, who spoke words of comfort to the sorrowing friends, taking as his theme the Bethany home where the Savior was with the sisters in their joys and sorrows.    The sermon was preached in the R. P. church where a large congregation of friends followed, all that was mortal of Mrs. Caskey to the quiet country church yard where she was laid to rest among her friends and neighbors who had gone before.
Mrs. Caskey was at her best in her home. She was a good wife and mother.
The home was full of sunshine. She was a woman who enjoyed work and her thrifty and industrious life made her little home to bloom. She was a great lover of flowers and the beautiful roses in her yard bore testimony to the good taste and culture of the woman.    
She was a dutiful daughter and sister in the home of her parents, where her industrious life was first noticed in her care for her younger brothers and sisters.
Then in the care of her own children did the mother love manifest itself.
She will be missed by a large circle of friends but most of all by the sorrowing husband and motherless children.
The dead, since earth was created,
Lived they not for you and me, They made the world that we live in
Such a glorious place to be. "Take mine for your own life's motto
It will make you strong and true, And live your life for the living,
As the dead have lived for vou." CLARINDA HERALD, Clarinda, Iowa, Jun 24, 1909

Mrs. Elizabeth Casky, wife of Robt. Caskey, died at the home southwest of the city, Sunday, aged 41 years, 3 months and 29 days, after a brief illness, She was a native of Ireland and had lived in this county many years. The funeral took place Monday at 2 p. m., conducted by Rev. Clark of Chicago, and interment at the Reformed Presbyterian church cemetery. PAGE COUNTY DEMOCRAT, Clarinda, Iowa, Jun 17, 1909

 

Caskey, Isaac Beniah -

Isaac Beniah Caskey was born in Sumpter, Green county, Alabama, December 23, 1848, and died at his home three miles east of Billings, Saturday, February 26, 1910, at the age of 61 years, 2 months and 3 days, of a complication of troubles.
When he was but two years of age his parents moved to Cook county, Illinois, where they lived for seven years.   They then moved to Clarinda,   Iowa   where   Mr. Caskey grew to manhood, and at the age of twenty-four   years   was   united in marriage to Nancy E. Andrews. To them were born   thirteen children eight sons and five daughters, all of whom are   living   except   one son who died in infancy.   Those living are Samuel J.   and   George  A., of Beaver,   Okla.;    Mrs. A.   W. Hensleigh, of Superior, Nebr.; Mrs. M. A. Black, of Idana, Kans.; Mrs. B.C. Terry,   of   Billings;   Edith E., Clyde J., William I., Joseph A., Albert B., Glenn J. and Beth J., all at home.
Mr. Caskey moved to Oklahoma in 1901 from Clarinda, Iowa, and purchased a farm west of Billings, where he resided several months, when he purchased and moved onto the farm that has since been his home.
In these nine years' of residence here he grew into a wide acquaintance, as evidenced, by the large gathering of friends at the time of his burial on last Tuesday afternoon. To know Mr. Caskey was to appreciate his worth as a man.
At the age of twenty-five he was chosen as an elder in the Reformed Presbyterian church of Clarinda., Iowa, of which he became a member early youth. Is 1904 he was chosen elder of the K. P. church of Billings, in which relationship he continued till death. All mourn his departure but "his works do follow him" and that blessing will continue to be enjoyed by his church and the community.
The sympathy of a host of friends goes out to the sorrowing ones.— The Billings (Okla.,) News. CLARINDA HERALD, Clarinda, Iowa, Mar 10, 1910

 

Caskey, James M. -

James M. Caskey was born in Greene county, Ala., Nov. 14, 1837, and died at the home of his daughter, Mrs. W. L. Moore, in Harlan township, Feb. 17. 1920, aged 82 years 3 months and 3 days.  He was the son of James and Catherine Caskey and was one of a family of ten children, two of whom survive him—Mrs. Mary Pollock of Clarinda and Joseph Caskey of Sterling, Kans. The family left the South in 1852 on account of the sin of slavery and moved to Cook county, Ill., remaining there until 1856 when they came to Page county, Iowa. The late Mr. Caskey was married to Ellen Moore March 21, 1871. To this union there were born four children; John C. of Huron, S. Dak.; James A., who died April 13, 1890; William A. of Denison, Kans., and Elizabeth E., of Clarinda. The mother died Jan. 17, 1911. He united with the Reformed Presbyterian church of Clarinda, when a young man, where he remained a faithful member until his death. He leaves an example of firm faith and reliance in his Savior whom he served.
"We do not mourn as those who have no hope for we are persuaded that for him to depart and be with Christ is far better."
The preceding obituary of the late Mr. Caskey was read by Dr. W. C. Williamson at the funeral which was held at the Reformed Presbyterian church Friday afternoon. Short prayer was offered by Dr. Williamson at the house before the remains were taken to the church where Dr. Williamson conducted the services. There was congregational singing. Interment was in the cemetery at the church. CLARINDA JOURNAL, Clarinda, Iowa, Feb 26, 1920

The funeral of James Caskey, who died Wednesday at the home of his daughter, Mrs. Will Moore, 7 miles southwest of Clarinda, will be held Friday afternoon at the Reformed Presbyterian church. Services will be conducted by Rev. W. C. Williamson. Interment will be in the church cemetery. Mr. Caskey is an old resident of Page county. His wife preceeded him to the great beyond several years ago. He is survived by a daughter, Mrs. Moore, and two sons, Will of Gravity and John. A brother and sister also remain to mourn the loss of their loving brother. They are Joseph of Sterling, Kas., and Mrs. Mary Pollock of Page county. CLARINDA HERALD, Clarinda, Iowa, Feb 19, 1920


J.M. CASKEY
J. M. Caskey died at the home of his daughter, Mrs. Will Moore 8 miles south west of town Tuesday' night. He was born Nov.. 17, 1837 in Sonth Dakota. Funeral services have not been arranged on account of ; relatives coming from Missouri. PAGE COUNTY DEMOCRAT, Clarinda, Iowa, Feb 19, 1920

 

 

Caskey, Joseph's SON - Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Caskey were called to mourn the death of their infant son, Saturday evening, at their home southwest of the city, from pneumonia. PAGE COUNTY DEMOCRAT, Clarinda, Iowa, Feb 14, 1901

 

Caskey, Oliver Wendell - Oliver Wendell, the infant son of Mr. and Mrs. Joseph F. Caskey, died at their home southwest of town last Saturday evening, of congestion of the lungs. Funeral services were held at the Covenanter church yesterday afternoon at half past two o'clock, conducted by the pastor, Rev. Dill. The bereaved parents have the sympathy of their many friends in their sorrow. CLARINDA HERALD, Clarinda, Iowa, Feb 12, 1901

 

Caskey, Robert George-


TWO PIONEER CITIZENS
CROSS THE GREAT RIVER.
Robert G. Caskey.
The passing away of Robert G. Caskey was sudden, on Friday evening, Nov. 16th. For some time he had been failing perceptably. Friday afternoon he walked to the rural mail box some distance from the house, for the daily mail, and later ate supper with the family. Going to the sitting room after supper, he passed away suddenly from heart failure. The funeral was held Monday afternoon, from the Reformed Presbyterian church, conducted by his pastor Rev. F. J. Johnson, interment being in the cemetery adjoining the church.
For 61 years deceased had been a resident of Page county, having been brought here by his parents as a boy of twelve, in 1856, and he was thus one of our oldest residents.
Robert George Caskey was born in Alabama,, Nov. 16th, 1844.   His parents were both natives of Ireland, his mother having come over as a girl; with her parents, and his father having come over with a sister when 21 years of age. In 1852 the family moved to Illinois, engaging in farming near Chicago, and later came to Page county, Iowa, which has since been their home, there being ten children in the family.   The Caskey boys did their full share in the Civil War, two of them giving up their lives for their country, one dying at the front, the other in a rebel prison.
In 1898 he was married to Elizabeth Blair, who died in 1909, soon after the last baby was born. The family have since been living at the farm home in Harlan township, southwest of Clarinda, with Mr. Caskey's sister, Mrs. Mary Pollock, and the children will continue residing there, except one son, Stewart, who lives with his aunt, Mrs. Wm. Whitehill.
Besides his sister, Mrs. Pollock, two brothers survive, Joseph Caskey of Sterling, Kans., and James Caskey of Gravity. CLARINDA HERALD, Clarinda, Iowa, Nov 22, 1917


Robert G. Caskey.
Robert G. Caskey, one of the pioneer residents of Harlan township, Page county, died suddenly Friday, Nov. 16, 1917, at 7 p.m. at the home of his sister, Mrs. Mary Pollock, in that township. He had been in failing health for the last two or three years preceding his death. He had lived in Page county since he was a young boy; was a farmer by occupation, but in his poor health at the last was making his home with his sister, Mrs. Pollock, and with them were his five children, who survive: Arthur, Howard, Isabelle, Wiley and Stewart Caskey. Mr. Caskey's wife, who before her marriage was Miss Elizabeth Blair, died June 13, 1909. The funeral was held Monday afternoon, Nov. 19, at the Reformed Presbyterian, church in Harlan township, conducted by its pastor, Rev. S. J. Pollock, and burial was in the cemetery near the church. The deceased was a member of the church where his funeral took place. Among those present at the funeral were Mr. Caskey's two surviving brothers, Joseph F. Caskey of Sterling, Kan., and James Caskey of Gravity. CLARINDA JOURNAL, Clarinda, Iowa, Nov 22, 1917

Old Resident of Page County Dead
Robert George Casgey [sic], for many years a farmer in Harlan township, died Nov. 16, 1917. He was born Nov. 16, 1844, in Sumter county, Alabama, and at the age of eight years moved to Cook county, Ill., and when twelve he came with his parents to Page county, where he has since made his home. He was married in 1898 to Elizabeth Howard. The children born to them were James Arthur, William Howard, Jane Isabella, Robert Wiley and Lysle Stewart.

Deceased was a member of the Reformed Presbyterian church, and his life was consistent with its principles. He was a persistent worker and was always a champion of progress and improvement, enjoying the respect and goodwill of all who knew him. Funeral was Monday,, at 2 p.m., at the Covenanter church, Rev. Johnson officiating PAGE COUNTY DEMOCRAT, Clarinda, Iowa, Nov 22, 1917

 

Caskey's William's DAUGHTER -

William Caskey's little girl died very suddenly last Monday. She was sick but one day. She was but two years old. Mr. Caskey and family have the sympathy of the community. CLARINDA HERALD, Clarinda, Iowa, Sep 19, 1905

The two year old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Wm, Caskey died at their home southwest of the city Monday. PAGE COUNTY DEMOCRAT, Clarinda, Iowa, Sep 14, 1905

 

Cason, Eliza Renlends -

AUNT ELIZA CASON
To many of the older people of Clarinda the name Aunt Liza Cason brings to their memory a character such as is seldom seen in the present day. Aunt Liza had spent a great deal of her life in this community and was well known by many of the people of this town. She was a real old ex-slave and had known the hardships of the war days.
Aunt Liza died at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Funchions of Glenwood last Wednesday morning May the 6th. The body was brought to Clarinda and the funeral was from the African Baptist church Thursday afternoon, Rev. Mr. W. M. Mitchell conducting the service. The following obituary was read at the funeral.
Mrs. Eliza Cason was born in Middle Tennessee, Western District, in the year 1834. Her maiden name was Eliza Renlends and she was married to Ephron Cason in her early twenties. To this union were born ten children, six of which have preceded her to the better land. Two girls and two boys, Mrs. Jane Funchions, Mrs. Hattie Free, Willis Cason and Albert Cason live to mourn her death. Besides the children she left seven grandchildren and three great grandchildren. Aunt Eliza had been a member of the Second Baptist church of this city for 45 years. CLARINDA HERALD, Clarinda, Iowa, May 14, 1914


Cassat, David William -

His Home Paper on Mr. Cassat.
Corning Union-Republican, July 13: Corning people were shocked and grieved last Thursday when the news spread that Rev. David W. Cassat had died at his home in this city, of heart trouble. The gentleman had called a physician in the morning, under the impression that his stomach was troubling him. A short time later the doctor was again hastily summoned, but Mr. Cassat passed away before the doctor arrived. The funeral services were conducted Saturday from the Presbyterian church, Rev. W. C. Miles officiating, and burial was made in Walnut Grove cemetery.
David William Cassat was born in Hunterstown, Pa., May 21, 1844. He was graduated from Gettysburg college with the class of 1870, and last year it was his privilege to attend the fiftieth anniversary of the class at commencement time. He took the full three years course at Princeton theological seminary, where he graduated in 1873, and shortly afterward was ordained to the Presbyterian ministry. For almost a half century this good man preached the gospel of Jesus Christ, and it would be impossible to estimate the good he has accomplished in those years of service to men. He began his ministry in Pennsylvania, but soon moved to Iowa, holding pulpits in Emerson, Woodbine, Sac City, Vail, Independence, Hazelton, Platte Center, Prairie Star, and Mediapolis. Some eighteen years ago the family came to Corning, where they have since made their home, with the exception of a few years spent at Mediapolis.
Mr. Cassat was married at Red Oak on April 18, 1888, to Miss Lillian Berryhill. The fruit of their union was three sons and a daughter: Paul C, now a missionary of the Presbyterian board in China; Lyle M., of Clarinda; David B., of Dubuque, and Miss Lillian at home. There are also three grandchildren, all of whom are too young to realize the loss of Mr. Cassat.
At the time of the Civil war Mr. Cassat enlisted in the Union army and was privileged to be at Appomattox at the time of Lee's surrender. He also heard President Lincoln's immortal address on the field of Gettysburg.
His religion and his patriotism were of the sort that makes for a better citizenship, and he has always been a leader in the best things of life.
All of the children were present at the funeral, except the son who is in China. Also two sisters of Mrs. Cassat, Mrs. Lucien Dufresche, of Ponchatoula, La., and Mrs. Nino Berryhill, of Mason City; also Mrs. H. B. Dodds, an aunt, of Red Oak, were in attendance at the time. CLARINDA JOURNAL, Clarinda, Iowa, Jul 21, 1921


Rev. David Williams Cassat off Clarinda people will regret to hear of the death of Rev. David W. Cassat of Corning, la., who passed away last Thursday, death being very sudden, due to acute indigestion. Rev. Cassat was 77 years of age. He was a Presbyterian pastor for nearly fifty years, having retired from active duty about five years ago. The funeral was held at Corning Saturday afternoon. He is survived by his wife, and four children, a daughter, Miss Lillian; who lives at home, and three sons, Paul, who is a missionary in China, David, who is secretary of the Chamber Of Commerce in Dubuque, and Lyle of Clarinda, who is associated   with the Richardson [article end gone] CLARINDA HERALD, Clarinda, Iowa, Jul 14, 1921

Rev. David Williams Cassat
David Williams Cassat died at his home in Corning, Iowa, Thursday, July 7, 1921. His death was sudden, caused by acute indigestion. Mr. Cassat was over 77 years of age and had been a Presbyterian minister for almost fifty years. He is survived by Mrs. Cassat and their four children: Rev. Paul Cassat of Tsinan, China; Lyle Cassat of Clarinda, David Cassat of Dubuque and Miss Lillian Cassat of Corning. Mr. Cassat and family from Clarinda were in attendance at the fuenral, which was held at the home in Corning Saturday afternoon. G. Wm. Richardson and W. S. Richardson of this city were also present.
The Messrs Richardson and Mrs. Lyle Cassat returned to Clarinda Saturday. Mr. Cassat remained in Corning until Monday at which time he motored to Red Oak with his mother and her sisters, Mrs. Dufrehse of Pontchatoula, La., and Miss Nina Berryhill of Mason City, Ill. The old home of these sisters was near Red Oak and they visited it Monday. Mrs. Dufrehse happened to be visiting in Mason City at the time of Mr. Cassat's death, so the sisters were able to be in attendance at the funeral. An aunt of Mrs. Cassat, Mrs. William Dodge, also accompanied them to Red Oak. From there they came to Clarinda where Mrs. Dufrehse and Miss Berryhill took the evening train for Mason City.
The late David Williams Cassat was a very able man—an earnest Christian and valuable in the ministry. He was heard at different times by Presbyterian congregations in Clarinda, and always to their benefit. After his son Lyle came to Clarinda to live the senior Mr. Cassat had a more than ordinary interest in visiting this city. Altogether he became known to many Clarinda people, who found in him a noble character—one whom they will remember kindly and regret that they now have met him for the last time here on earth.
Dr. A. B. Marshall, pastor of the First Presbyterian church of Clarinda, attended theological school at Princeton, N. J., with the late Mr. Cassat. Dr. Marshall says that it is a pleasure for him to speak of Mr. Cassat that he had a very beautiful character, that he was very diligent, and as a pastor did very substantial church work, that his home and family influence was always good. Dr. Marshall also highly commends the work that Mr. Cassat did otherwise than as the pastor of a church—in representing The Continent, a well known publication. CLARINDA JOURNAL, Clarinda, Iowa, Jul 14, 1921

 

Cassell, Perry -

Perry Cassell died at the home of his son, Clyde, north of Maryville, last Thursday at the age of 67 years. The remains were taken to his former home at Norton, Kansas, for burial. Mr. Cassell formerly lived in this vicinity and was a brother of Mrs. Frank and Mrs. Ike Holbrook, and was well known by some of the older citizens.

CLARINDA HERALD, Clarinda, Iowa, Jan 3, 1918

 

Casteel, Edna Willits -

Edna May Willits was born in College Springs, Page county, Iowa, March 31st, 1891, and died on February 26th, 1914, at the age of 22 years, 11 months and 26 days.
On September 13, 1912, she was united in marriage to Guy Casteel, who mourns her loss today.
Edna joined the Methodist Episcopal church of Clarinda when 14 years of age and was a faithful attendant upon the church up to the time of her death.
Though she has left her loved ones for a time we feel that she is not dead but sleeps, and with the poet we say in triumph:
'Twas sown in weakness here, 'Twill then be raised in power:
That which was sown an earthly seed Shall rise a heavenly flower. CLARINDA HERALD, Clarinda, Iowa, Mar 5, 1914

Edna Mae Willets was born at College Springs, Iowa, March 31, 1891. At the age of nine years she moved with her parents to Clarinda, Iowa, where most of her school life was spent. Edna was married to Guy Casteel Sept. 16, 1912. Guy was born and raised in New Market until after his marriage when they moved to Clarinda. To this union was born one daughter, Feb. 24, 1914, who passed away after but a few
short hours. Mrs. Casteel's illness was of short duration of only four days.
She died at the home of her husband's mother in New Market, Thursday, Feb. 26, 1914, at the age of 22 years, 10 months and 26 days. Mrs. Casteel joined the Methodist Episcopal church of Clarinda at the age of 14 years and remained a faithful member until her death. The funeral was held at the home of her parents, Mr. and Mrs. J. M. Brown, in Clarinda and interment in the Clarinda cemetery. She leaves
to mourn their loss a husband, her parents and two sisters besides other relatives and a host of sympathizing friends.  PAGE COUNTY DEMOCRAT, Clarinda, Iowa, Mar 5, 1914   

                            

Castle, Clara Ellen McPherrin -

A large congregation gathered at the Methodist Episcopal church in Yorktown last Wednesday, February 12, in honor of one who has been identified with the work of the community for nearly 45 years. One who was known and appreciated as an ideal mother. Mrs. Castle was a radiating center of all that was pure, wholesome and good in the community life. Her whole life was a constant reminder of the best things. Dominated by the Christian faith from her very youth up, she was enabled to pass through great and terrible afflications, such as have been experienced by a few only, and came out more beautiful and sweet in character. The love of Christ buoyed her by His infinite, unfailing strength. In Him she found her comfort. Again and again her testimony was that she felt the strong arms of the Almighty underneath her, and for a refuge and a covering she hid under the "Shadow of His Wings".
She was the daughter of James and Carrie McPherrin of Knoxville, Ill., born to them the first day of June, 1852. Here she grew to womanhood. At the age of 12 she gave herself to the keeping of her Savior and to His service. On the 19th day of September, 1870, she married Charles M. Castle. They came to Page County, Iowa, in 1875, and have resided in or near Yorktown ever since.
She was the mother of eleven children, three of whom, Alta, Grant, and Philo, preceded her to her heavenly home. There are left to mourn her, her husband and eight children. The children are J. O., George and Chas. E., all of Chicago, Ill., Logan, who is with the A.E.F. in France, Mrs. Mary Nelson of Stanton, Iowa, Mrs. C. Lois Rutt of Omaha, Nebr., Mrs. Francena Whitney of Yorktown and Florence, still at home. Besides these there is one sister, Mrs. Joe Booth of Shenandoah, and two brothers, Wm. McPherrin of Galesburg, Ill., and Frank of Walla Walla, Wash. Also six grand children.
She was a member of the Methodist Episcopal church of Yorktown. She lived the quiet life, sweet and beautiful, every day. Her whole life was one of real uplift and reassurance. To look upon her face was an inspiration. Her character lay revealed there. The beautiful lines of Whittier are truly applicable to her. "As pure and sweet her fair brow
seemed, Eternal as the sky, And like the brook's low song, her voice—
A sound, which cannot die.
The blessings of her quiet life Fell on us like the dew And good thoughts where her foot­steps passed— Like fairy blossoms grew.
Sweet promptings and kindest feeds,
Were in her very look,
We read her face as one who reads
A true and holy book.
Mrs. Castle passed away on Feb. 9, 1919. Her age was 66 yrs 8 mo and 8 days. She has gone to her reward. Like Paul, "She has fought a good fight, she has finished the course she has kept the faith."
A former pastor, the Rev. Benjamin R. Van Dyke, of Farragut, Iowa, an intimate friend of the family, had charge of the services and was assisted by the Yorktown M. E. pastor, Rev. Saunders. The music was three beautiful solos rendered by Mrs. J. W. Cozad of Clarinda.
Many beautiful floral offerings were given by friends of the family. The text was one suggested by the deceased herself, and is found in 2nd Tim. 4:7-8. After the services the remains were laid away in the Summit cemetery. CLARINDA HERALD, Clarinda, Iowa, Feb 20, 1919

The following obituary has been furnished The Journal regarding Mrs. Castle of Yorktown:
A large congregation gathered at the Methodist Episcopal church on last Wednesday Feb. 12, in honor of one who has been identified with the work of the community for nearly forty-five years. One who was known and appreciated as an ideal mother. Mrs. Castle was a radiating center of all that was pure wholesome and good in the community life. Her whole life was a constant reminder of the best things. Dominated by the Christian faith from her very youth up, she was enabled to pass through great and terrible afflictions, such as have been experienced by a few only, and came out more beautiful and sweet in character. The love of Christ buoyed her by his infinite, unfailing strength. In Him she found her comfort. Again and again her testimony was that she felt the strong arms of the Almighty underneath her and for a refuge and a covering she hided under the "Shadow of His Wings." She was the daughter of James and Cassie McPherrin of Knoxville, Ill., born to them the first day of June 1852. Here she grew up to womanhood. At the age of 12 she gave herself to the keeping of her Savior and to His service. On the nineteenth day of Sept. 1870, she married Charles M. Castle. They came to Page county, Iowa in 1875 and have resided near or in Yorktown ever since.
She was the mother of eleven children, three of whom, Alta, Grant and Philo preceded her to her heavenly home.   There are left to mourn her, her husband and eight children.   The children are J. O., George, and Charles E. of Chicago, Ill.;Logan who is in France with the A. E. F.; Mrs. Mary Nelson of Stanton, Iowa; Mrs. C. Lois Rutt of Omaha, Nebr; Mrs. Fraurens Rutt of Omaha, Nebr; Mrs. Francena
still at home. Besides these there is one sister, Mrs Joe Booth of Shenandoah and two brothers, Tom McPherrin of Galesburg, Ill., and Frank of Walla Walla, Washington. Also six grand children.
She was a member of the Methodist Episcopal church of this place. She lived the quiet life sweet and beautiful every day. Her thoughts were pure and enobling. "Her whole life was one of real up lift and reessurance. To look upon her face was an inspiration. Her character lay revealed there. The beautiful lines of Whittier are truly applicable to her:
"As pure and sweet her   fair   brow, seemed, Eternal as the sky, And like the brook's low song, her voice
A sound, which cannot die. The blessings of her quiet life,
Fell on us like the dew, And good thoughts where 'ere her foot­steps pressed,
Like fairy blossoms grew.                
Sweet prompting's and kindest deeds I were in her very looks.
We read her face as one who reads,; A true and Holy book."
She departed this life on Feb. 9, 1919. Her age was 66 years 8 months and 8 days. She has gone to her reward, like Paul, she fought a good fight, she finished the course, she has kept the faith. A former pastor, the Rev. B. R. Van Dyke of Farragut had charge of the services and was assisted by the pastor, Rev. Mr. Saunders. The text was suggested by the deceased herself, and is found in 2 Tim. 4:7-8. Many
beautiful floral offerings were given by friends of the family. The music was three beautiful solo's rendered by Mrs. J. W. Cozad of Clarinda. After the services the remains were laid away in the Summit cernetery.      CLARINDA JOURNAL, Clarinda, Iowa, Feb 20, 1919

 

Castle, Henry -

Henry C. Castle was born in Hume, Alleghany county, New York, January 26th, 1845.   He came with his parents   to   Knox county, Ill., in September, 1845, and in September, I863, he enlisted in Company D. , 102 Illinois volunteers, where his brother, Charlie, belonged. He went through the Atlanta campaign with General Sherman,, where that mighty army was under fire for 100 days. "Atlanta ours and fairly won," they went on the famous march to the sea, resting at Savannah, Ga., only long enough to get breath. They crossed over into South and North Carolina, a mid-winter campaign, for labor and results, one which eclipsed any they had before met. At Reliegh, N. C, the war over, they marched to Washington, where the 102nd was mustered out and with all others who had enlisted subsequent to the organization were transferred to the 16th Illinois volunteers and were conducted by Major General John A. Logan to Louisville, Ky., ready to push the French out of Mexico. But they were not needed and Henry came home a little over a month later than his regiment. He came to Iowa in 1867, settling in Adams county, near Corning, where he married and raised a family of six children, five girls and a son. The latter died two years ago. He was at the time of his death making his home in Clarinda   with   his   daughter, Mrs. E.   Bosley. He had been to Shambaugh on Monday morning. Coming back at noon he fell dead just as he was entering the front yard.
Funeral services were held Wednesday at 10 a. m., at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Bosley on 12th street, conducted by Rev. Clements of the Holiness Christian church. Interment was in the Davis cemetery south of Clarinda, by the side of his parents, who died thirty years ago. The Grand Army, led by Comrade J. D. Jones, attended in a body. A good soldier and a Christian citizen has gone to his reward.
There were three brothers present at the funeral, John of College Springs, Philo P. and Charles M. of Yorktown. Another brother, Oliver, is a resident at Yorktown. A sister, Mrs. Russell, and family, were here from Shambaugh. CLARINDA HERALD, Clarinda, Iowa, Feb 13, 1913


Castle, John -

John Castle, who had resided in northeast Clarinda for some time, suffered a stroke of apoplexy shortly after noon Tuesday while walking around the yard, and was dead when "taken into the house. He was about 75 years old and a brother of Charley and P. P. Castle of Yorktown. He was a soldier in the civil war and a member of G. A. R. Post of Corning, Iowa. PAGE COUNTY DEMOCRAT, Clarinda, Iowa, Feb 13, 1913


Castle, Oliver Aldridge -

Oliver Aldridge Castle was born in Allegheny Co., N. Y. November 24, 1834.   Came to Knox Co., Ill., with parents in May 1855, where he farmed until February 3, 1869 when he was married to Miss Malinda J. Swan.
They came to Adams Co., Iowa and bought a farm and raised a family. In the spring of 1906 they sold out and came to Yorktown, where he died March 12, 1920. His wife died Feb. 10, 1912. Three children are left to mourn: Mrs. Clara Chapman and Chas. H. both of Yorktown; Jesse S. of Lusk, Wyo. He also leaves three brothers and one sister: Chas. M. and Philo P. of Yorktown, John S. of Blanchard and Mrs. Elizabeth Russel, Shambaugh. Since coming to Yorktown, Mr. Castle has engaged in the coal business. He had the respect and good will of all who knew him. Rev. Penn, of Prescott, preached the sermon, Tuesday, at the Methodist church. PAGE COUNTY DEMOCRAT, Clarinda, Iowa, Apr 1, 1920

Oliver A. Castle
Oliver Aldrich Castle was born in Allegheny County, New Kork, on Nov. 24, 1834. He came to Knox
County, Ill. with his parents in May 1855, where he lived until Feb. 3, 1869, when he was united in marriage to Miss Melinda J. Swan. They came to Adams Co., Iowa where he purchased a farm and raised his family. In the spring of 1906 they sold out and came to Yorktown. He died March 12, 1920. His wife passed away on Feb. 10, 1912. Three children are left to mourn his departure, Mrs. Clara Chapman and Charles H. of Yorktown, and Jesse of Lusk, Wyoming. He also leaves one granddaughter Wilma Chapman three brothers, Chas. M. and Philo of Yorktown, John of Blanchard, and one sister Mrs. Elizabeth Russel of Shambaugh. Since coming to Yorktown Mr. Castle has engaged in the coal business. He was one who had the respect and goodwill of all who knew him. The funeral service was held in the M. E. church and conducted by Rev. Joseph Penn of Prescott, Iowa. Music was furnished by a quartette composed of Mrs. Irma Miller, Mrs. James Draper, Mr. Ollie Kenagy and Mr. James Draper. Burial was in Summit cemetery.   CLARINDA HERALD, Clarinda, Iowa, Mar 18, 1920                                    

 

 

Castle, Philo Perry -

Philo Perry Castle was born in Hume, Allegheny County, New York Sept. 10, 1852. When three years of age he came with his parents to Knox County, Ill., where he attended school and grew to manhood. In 1876 he came to Page County, la., where he resided until his death Sept. 25,1920. On Jan. 6, 1884 he was united in marriage to Miss Margaret Sipes, of Galesburg, Illinois. Three children were born to them Mrs. Raymond Yearous of Taylor County, Mrs. Edwin Nelson and William Clark at home. Eighteen years ago he united with the M. E. Church at Yorktown and has been active in all its departments since that time. During his last illness he testified of his hope in his Savior. He leaves his three children and their mother to mourn his loss, besides two brothers, C. M. Castle and J. S. Castle of Blanchard, and one sister, Mrs. Elizabeth Russel of Shambaugh, besides a host of friends who share their grief. CLARINDA HERALD, Clarinda, Iowa, Sep 30, 1920



Philo P. Castle of near Yorktown died in Rochester, Minn., Saturday, Sept. 25, 1920, where he had gone for an operation. The funeral was held Wednesday at the Methodist Episcopal church in Yorktown conducted by Rev. Clarence Moore. Mr. Castle is survived by his widow and three children, Mrs. Raymond Yearous of Taylor county, Mrs. Edwin Nelson near Yorktown, and William Castle at home. He was one of the best known farmers in Page county and one of this county's best citizens. He was industrious, honest, conscientious, and kind hearted. He will be greatly missed in the community in which he lived. CLARINDA JOURNAL, Clarinda, Iowa, Sep 30, 1920

PHILO CASTLE - Special from Yorktown, Sept. 29— The funeral of Philo Castle was held from the M. E. Church, Wednesday at 2 p. m. conducted by the Rev. Clarence Moore. The church was filled with people and there were many beautiful flowers. The Yorktown Savings Bank was closed during the services and the banking force attended as Mr. Castle was a patron of the bank. Music was furnished by Claude Annan of Clarinda Mrs. Dr. Pariott of Essex, Mrs. Milt Stanley of Gravity and Will Widney. Mr. and Mrs. Rev. Rull of Omaha, George Castles of Rochele, Ills., and J. O. Castles were here for the funeral and C. M. Castle was called home from Illinois. Mrs. Joe Booth was also here from Shenandoah.
Philo Pery Castle, son of the late Philo and Sallie M. Castle, was born in the town of Hume, Allegheny Co., New York, Sept. 10, 1852. At the age of three years, he came with his parents to Knox county Ills., where he grew to manhood and attended school. In February, 1875, he came to this county where he lived until his death, September, 20, 1920 passing away at Rochester, Minn., after an operation for the removal of a growth upon his neck which afterward proved to be cancer and the result was fatal. On January 6, 1884, he was married to Miss Margaret Sipes of Galesburg, Ill. To them were born three children, Mrs. Raymond Yearous of Taylor county, Mrs. Edward Nelson of Page county and Clark at home who with their mother two brothers and a sister, Charles M. of Yorktown, John S. of Blanchard and Mrs. Elizabeth Russel of Blanchard are left to mourn. He was always a farmer. In January 1902 he united with the Methodist church at Yorktown. Burial was at the Summit. PAGE COUNTY DEMOCRAT, Clarinda, Iowa, Sep 30, 1920

 

Castle, Ulysses G. -

Ulysses G. Castle, son of Mr. and Mrs. C. M. Castle, of Yorktown, died in Chicago Easter Sunday, in the 25th year of his age. He had been a railroad telegraph operator for several years, and a bright young man. The remains were brought home last week for burial.PAGE COUNTY DEMOCRAT, Clarinda, Iowa, Apr 7, 1910

 

Cathcart, J.S. -

J. S. Cathcart died Monday at his home in Bedford aged 81 years. The remains were brought to this city yesterday and laid to rest in the city cemetery. Joe, as he was familiarly known here, was one of the pioneers of Clarinda and for years conducted a general store on the north side of the square which was truly characteristic of the early days of the '60s. He left here probably thirty years ago, going to Bedford to care for a bachelor brother and at whose death inherited a comfortable estate. PAGE COUNTY DEMOCRAT, Clarinda, Iowa, May 8, 1913

 

Cathcart, Joseph, Mrs -

Word has been received in this city of the death of Mrs. Joseph Cathcart, which occurred in Los Angeles. Calif., last Saturday. The remains will probably arrive in Clarinda tomorrow. Interment will be in Clarinda cemetery beside those of her husband, Joseph Cathcart, and her daughter, Miss Mamie Cathcart. Mr. Cathcart was a dry goods merchant in Clarinda many years ago. Mrs. Cathcart's son, Joe Cathcart, and her sister, Miss Louise Conner will accompany the remains here. CLARINDA JOURNAL, Clarinda, Iowa, Aug 7, 1919

 

Cavanaugh, Millie -

Millie Cavanaugh, wife of Mr. Thomas Cavanangh, died Sunday morning, Oct. 22, 1899, at 10 o'clock, at her home in east Clarinda, aged 27 years and 15 days. She leaves a husband and four little children to mourn her untimely death. The funeral was held at 2 p.m. Tuesday from the home, conducted by Rev. IlgenFritz. PAGE COUNTY DEMOCRAT, Clarinda, Iowa, Oct 26, 1899


Cavanaugh, Tom - TOM CAVANAUGH KILLED
Run Over by Train at Main Street Crossing Sunday Afternoon.
Sunday afternoon at 5:15 there occurred a very serious accident at the Main street crossing of the C. B. & Q. railroad; resulting in the instant death of Tom Cavanagh. The train from Bigelow had just pulled in and unloaded its St. Joe passengers.   This train is known in railway parlance as No. 53, and is due at 5:10.   She was on time. As usual the engine, which is facing north when she pulls in, was uncoupled and run around  the two coaches while the train was unloading, being then coupled to the coaches at their south end, preparatory to pulling the coaches down into the yards for the might. Engineer Don V.  Hurst was at the throttle, with his brother, Guy W. Hurst, as fireman.    Yardmaster T. A. Punshon had been in the passenger station telegraphing for an extra engine in the morning, and just before starting for the yards came and climbed into the engine. The engineer and fireman were in their box seats, with Pushon, standing on the deck of the engine between the two.    Conductor W. J Kennedy was standing on the station platform watching his train, it being usual for the conductor on this train  not to accompany the train back to the yards. Brakeman R. B. Hite had made the coupling between, the front of the engine and the first coach.    He then looked    through    the    coaches to make sure the train was empty, and stepping to the side of the platform he motioned and also called the signal  for the train to go ahead. The fireman  started the  bell to ringing by hand and it continued to ring by air all the time. Both engineer and fireman were looking the track ahead, and the conductor was watching the train, yet neither man saw that an accident was occurring and  a man being killed as the train  crossed Main street.    It appears from the testimony of witnesses that Cavanagh was crossing Main street in a diagonal direction, walking toward the corner of the Lisle plant, with his hands in his pockets and his head down, when struck unexpectedly by the tank of the engine that was running backwands at a slow rate of speed,  having just started. He was thrown, to the ground and the train passed over his chest, severing his head and left arm from the body and killing him instantly.    This occurred on, the crossing, but the body was dragged further into the railway right of way,
The accident was witnessed by parties walking up the street, also by J. C. Renfro from the door of the Burlington hotel, and by a boy named Cecil Curry, who, was in an engine on the stock train south of the accident and who signalled engineer Hurst to stop. But the entire train had passed over before it could be brought to a standstill. Brakeman Hite was walking through the train at the time of the accident and. was on the rear platform ready to put the lamps in place when the train stopped. As the train was crossing Main, street yardmaster Punshon, who does the repair work on the engines, noticed that the tank and fender ahead jarred some and asked the engineer whether the wedges on his driver were misplaced. Neither man realized that a tragedy was being enacted. It all occurred quicker than it takes to tell about it.
Coroner F. H. Clarke was notified and soon arrived in Lee Cleveland's auto. Also Sheriff Whitmore and Marshall Richardson were on the ground. C. H. Oates was summoned as undertaker and removed the remains to his undertaking parlors where they have have since been and where the funeral services were held Tuesday afternoon, Rev. Stevenson officiating, interment in the Clarinda cemetery.
Tom Cavanagh was about 55 years of age and for the past 8 or 9 years has been the trusted engineer at the Shambaugh flouring mills. On Sunday he had been cleaning the boiler, and had just fired up again. He then went to Charlie Coulter's restaurant, where Mrs. Coulter cooked him two hamburgers, after which he went to his little cottage on Main street across the track from the passenger station, where he has been living alone, renting it from Mrs. Forney. He got some fresh eggs from the chicken house, it is said, and took them into the house. Apparenlty he was returning again to look after his boiler fire, when the accident occurred which snuffed out his life.
Kavanagh leaves four children, but since the mother's death the family have been scattered, three of the children being adopted into other families. Wesley, who is 18 years old and Elsie a year or two older, belong to the family of Mr. VanValkenburg, Villisca, also a girl of ten years is Gracie Lanning of Van Meter, Ia. The next youngest daughter is Carrie, a freshman in the Clarinda high school, who lives with Mr. and Mrs. G. T. Bolton and Miss Jessie Bolton. Her father has been paying for her board and expenses, but friends will be glad to know that the Bolton's say Carrie will be taken care of the same as if she were their daughter and the fact of her being lame will not prevent her going on and securing a high school education. The Villisca son and daughter were in Clarinda Monday and Tuesday, but the Van Meter daughter was unable to come.
The coroner's jury, Chas. E. McDowell, T. J. Hawthorne and E. E. Garver, had two sessions Monday in Dr. Clarkes office. Many witnesses were examined, resulting in the following verdict: "We find that the deceased came to his death by being knocked down and run over by train No. 53 as he was crossing Main street and as the train was backing into the yards from the depot."
From the testitmony of the witnesses it would appear that none of the train crew can be blamed for the accident. Conductors Kenneday and Weber both agree that the train, was being handled the same as this train has been handled every Sunday for several years. Every mam was at his post doing his duty. It was necessary to attach the engine to the rear of the coaches when pulling to the yards in order that the coaches could be then run on the switch and the engine be free to pull out and go to the roundhouse. With an engine running backward, neither the engineer nor the foreman are able to see the track immediately ahead, the tank and fender being in the way. Into this small space walked Tom Kavanagh without seeing the engine in motion and met his death accordingly. Conductor Sawtelle was lucky in taking a lay­off last Sunday, as this would ordinarily have been his run. CLARINDA HERALD, Clarinda, Iowa, Mar 6, 1913

A terrible accident occurred at the Burlington railroad crossing on East Main street about  5 o'clock Sunday evening which cost Thos. Cavanagh his life in an instant.  The passenger train which had just arrived from the south was in the act of switching the coaches to their place before the engine was taken to the round house.   While backing up at the crossing, Mr. Cavanagh, who was engineer at the Shambaugh flouring mills, it seems was on the way from his home at the first house east of the railroad track to the mill to look after the fire and when nearly across the track the tender to the engine backing up struck him, throwing his body across the rail and the wheels severed his body in two leaving the head and shoulder in one place and the remainder of his person in another.    Why he failed to see or hear the engine is a mystery.    There were three train men on the engine, which they claim was going three or four miles an hour, and all say they saw no person near until after the accident.   The coroner's jury returned a verdict that he came to his death by being struck by a railroad engine. It is a very singular and awful incident and causes one to wonder if Mr. Cavanagh had not lived his alloted time in this world.   He was about 59 years of age, a quiet and industrious man, having lived here many years, He was the father of four children, his wife dying about 14 years ago, leaving a crippled babe about one year old whom the father has long provided a home for with Mr. Bolton.    She is a very bright and amiable girl, ever happy and light hearted, with never an apparent regret over the misfortune of a withered limb requiring her to wear a crutch, and always at the head of her class in school. A boy and girl were adopted by Chas. Van Valkenberg of  Valley township several years ago, and the other girl lives over east of here.    For a long time Mr. Cavanagh had lived all alone and the past eight years had been engineer for Ira Shambaugh.   The funeral was held at the undertaking parlors of Chas. Oates Tuesday at 2 p. m., conducted by Rev. Wm. Stevenson and the remains laid to rest by the side of his wife. PAGE COUNTY DEMOCRAT, Clarinda, Iowa, Mar 6, 1913

 

Cavander, Charles - The sad news was circulated this morning that Mr. Charles Cavander had aied at 4:30 this morning. Mrs. Cavander had been sick with pneumonia for several days, and her death following so close on to that of her infant baby, will be a sad blow to the bereaved husband, and his little son, Charley, by his first wife. The funeral services will be held at 1:30 tomorrow at the home, conducted by Rev. Fisher. Obituary will appear in Friday's issue. CLARINDA HERALD, Clarinda, Iowa, Feb 28, 1905

 

Cavender, Charley's SON & WIFE- Charley Cavender was suddenly bereft of all the comforts and happiness that a pleasant home affords, by the death of the little babe last Saturday, followed by the passing away of his wife about five o'clock Tuesday morning. The two had been sick a couple of weeks but no serious results were anticipated until near the last of their illness. It is a severe blow to Charley and all extend the deepest sympathy to him in this his hour of sad bereavement. He still has a small son left by his first wife. PAGE COUNTY DEMOCRAT, Clarinda, Iowa, Mar 1, 1905

 

Cavender, Glenn -

Glenn Cavender, a nephew of Charles and Ed Cavender, of this city, was injured in a railway accident between Omaha and Sioux City two weeks ago today, and died in the Samaritan hospital in Sioux City Monday morning at 10:30, his mother being at his bedside at the time of his death. He was twenty-seven years of age and single. The body was brought to Clarinda for interment yesterday, and the services were conducted by Rev. A. K. Lewis at the Baptist church. Glenn was raised in Clarinda and will be remembered by a great many of our readers.
The accident, which resulted in his death, occurred during the run of the freight train, upon which he was a brakeman, between Omaha and Sioux City. The train was a long one, and on a steep grade the engineer stopped to cut the train in two so as to pull it to the siding, on top of the hill, a section at a time. They had cut the train in two, and Cavender had signalled to the engineer to go ahead. He then stepped between the sections to set the coupling, and the engineer, not knowing that Cavender was there, backed the first section in order to get the advantage of the slack in starting and caught Cavender between the draw heads of the two sections, crushing his hips terribly. He was taken on to Sioux City and given every attention, but could not recover. CLARINDA HERALD, Clarinda, Iowa, Sep 9, 1909

 

Cavender, P.E., Mrs -

Mrs. Jennie Wells and Mr. and Mrs. Z D. Calender left this morning for Tarkio, Mo., where they go to attend the funeral of Mrs. P.E. Cavender. The deceased woman was the sister-in-law of Mrs. Wells and .thedaughter-in-law of Mr. and Mrs.Cavender. CLARINDA HERALD, Clarinda, Iowa, Nov 9, 1906

 

Cavender, Paul [also see Virginia Cavender]

The little two year old child of Mr. and Mrs. Charles Cavender died yesterday from an attack of lung fever. CLARINDA HERALD, Clarinda, Iowa, Feb 24, 1905

 

 

Cavender, Pauline - Mrs. Pauline Cavender died Sunday, April 22, 1900, at the home of her son, Chas. Cavender, aged 64 years, 8 months and 21 days. Shs was a kind-hearted, affectionate, christian old lady, respected by all who knew her. The funeral took place at the First Baptist church, Tuesday, April 24th at 11 o'clock. PAGE COUNTY DEMOCRAT, Clarinda, Iowa, Apr 26, 1900

 

Cavender, Virginia McKee - Mrs. Charles Cavender.
Virginia McKee was born in Decatur county, Iowa, on the 24th day of November 1869. She was married on the 31st day of October to Charles Cavender, to which union one child, Paul, was born, who died only six days before his mother. Mrs. Cavender united with the Christian church at Grand River, about eight years ago and has lived a faithful Christian life ever since. At the time of her death, she was a member of the Christian church at this place and all who have known her have only words of esteem for her. Both she and little Paul took sick at tbe same time and both died of pneumonia, Paul passing away on the 23rd of February and Mrs. Cavender's death occurring on the 28th. The funeral services were held at the home Wednesday at 1:30 p. m., conducted by Rev. Fisher. On account of the serious condition of Mrs. Cavender last Saturday, a very quiet service was held for Paul, and the sermon Wednesday was made to serve the purpose of both mother and little son. Mrs. Cavender leaves a husband, a little step-son, a mother, four sisters and two brothers to mourn her loss, besides a large number of dtar friends. CLARINDA HERALD, Clarinda, Iowa, Mar 3, 1905

 

Cavin, Laura May Milburn -

Laura May Cavin, wife of Bert Cavin, died at the Deaconess Hospital in Bozeman, Mont., Tuesday, June 8, 1920.   She had been critically ill for several months, and was at the hospital three days.   The cause of her death was a complicated operation, she being too weak to survive it.  She was loved by all who knew her, and her love for her family was boundless. She united with the Methodist church at the age of 12 years and remained a faithful member of that church until her death.  She was an active member of the Aid society and Women's Foreign Missionary society.  She was also a Rebekah.   Laura May Milburn was married to Bert Cavin of Prescott. Mrs. Cavin's maiden name was Milburn.   She was the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. David Milburn and was born Feb. 6, 1876, in Monroe county, Iowa, March 8, 1899, and Prescott continued to be their home for a period of about twelve years, and   then they moved to Hastings, Iowa, and resided there for about seven years, from Hastings to Bozeman about six months ago.   Two children were born to Mr. and Mrs. Cavin—a daughter, Audrey, and son, Ralph, who with the father are left to mourn   her   death. Her father preceded her in death. Mrs. Cavin is also survived by her mother, Mrs. Will Johnson, and one sister, Mrs. R. J, Barchus, and two half sisters, Mrs. Steve Aikman and Mrs. Roy Moore, all of Clarinda, and one half brother, Charles W. Johnson, of Spokane,   Wash.     Her   remains were brought to Prescott, Iowa, and the funeral was held Sunday at the Methodist church.    Many beautiful flowers attested the sympathy of the senders. CLARINDA JOURNAL, Clarinda, Iowa, Jun 24, 1920

A telegram has been received here saying that Mrs. Bert Cavan of Bozeman, Mont., died while undergoing an operation. Her mother, Mrs. Will Johnson, and sister, Mrs. R. J. Barchus of Clarinda went to Bozeman about a month ago on account of the critical illness of Mrs. Cavan. Mrs. Barchus returned to Clarinda about two weeks ago. The remains will be brought to Prescott for burial, the former home of Mrs. Cavan. CLARINDA JOURNAL, Clarinda, Iowa, Jun 10, 1920