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Taylor County Herald
Thursday April 13, 1944 [p. 1]
Last Rites Held For Dr. C. L. Keith
Clarence Lester Keith, son of George and Mary Etta [George] Keith, was born near Hopkins, Mo., January 27, 1881, and died at his home in New Market Sunday morning, April 2, 1944, following a heart attack, being 43 years, two months and five days of age.
He grew to manhood on a farm near Bedford. In 1910 he went to St. Joseph Veterinary College, from which he graduated in 1913 with high honors.
On October 1, 1913, he was united in marriage to Mary Harkless. He began practicing in Prescott with Dr. H. Fisher. In August, 1915, they came to New Market, where he has made his home until the time of his death.
To he and his wife, two daughters were born, Margaret and Leta. Surviving him are his wife, two daughters, two sons-in-law, and three grandchildren. They are Mr. and Mrs. Ivan Geer, Carroll Ivan, Barbara Lee and Mary Ester of Sheridan, Mo., and Mr. and Mrs. Orville Manley of Siam. Three brothers, Howard of Excelsior Springs, Mo., Ollie and John of Bedford, and Mrs. Harry Valentine [Angeline] of Gravity. He was preceded in death by his father and mother and five brothers, three dying in infancy. Nieces, nephews, cousins and a host of friends survive. He was a kind and loving husband and father. He was mayor of New Market at one time and was fire chief for a number of years. For the past six or seven years he has been health officer. He will be greatly missed by the entire community.
Funeral services were held from the Methodist church of New Market Wednesday, April 5, at 2:00 p. m., conducted by Rev. C. W. Proctor. Burial was in the Fairview cemetery at Bedford.
Times-Republican
Thursday February 11, 1904
Mrs. Lewis Dies Of Old Age
Grandma Lewis Passes Away Shortly Before Noon Today
From Saturday's Daily-Republican
Grandma Lewis passed away at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Thomas McCracken, at about 11:30 today of old age and attendant infirmities, after an illness dating over the past six weeks or more.
Mrs. Mary J. [ane Van Meter] Lewis was one of the pioneers of the county, and at the time of death was 92 years, 3 months and 25 days old. She was well known throughout this section and by her death will be greatly missed by relatives and friends.
She leaves two daughters and three sons to mourn her loss together with several other relatives. The daughters are Mrs. W. [illiam] F. [ranklin] Evans [Amanda] and Mrs. Thomas McCracken [Elizabeth] of this city. The sons are Joe and John Lewis in Wyoming; Charles in Wadsworth, Nevada, and Jake in Walla Walla, Washington. It is not probable that the sons will be able to be present at the funeral which will be held from the house of her daughter, Mrs. McCracken, on Monday at 10 a. m., conducted by Rev. Griffith of the Baptist church. Interment will be in Fairview.
Times-Republican
Thursday February 24, 1927
Alonzo Smith Bradley
Alonzo Smith Bradley, son of Delaney and Rebecca [Ann Means] Bradley, was born near Monmouth, Ill., August 18, 1858. He was brought with his parents to Taylor County, Iowa, in 1868, where he resided until his removal to Clarinda about three years ago. He was the youngest of seven children, three of whom, Lew, Addison and Monroe preceded him, and three, Sid and Mrs. Mary [Ellen] Rankin of Bedford and Mrs. Joan Stickleman of Braddyville, survive him. He was a member of the Christian Church for more than forty years, during which time he was a faithful and regular attendant until stricken by his fatal illness. In 1877 he was married to Clara Bell Stewart and to this union was born six children: R. [oy] E. [mmett], of Bedford, Ia.; E. [wing] L. [ester], of Cresco, Ia.; C.[larence] S.[mith] of Long Beach, Calif.; Mrs. Adda [Belle] Morgan and Mrs. Stella Posten of Gravity, Ia., and C. [harles] E. [llis], of Clarinda; thirteen grandchildren and one great granddaughter. All of whom are living to mourn the loss of a good and loving father and grandfather. Mr. Bradley was known for his kind and pleasant disposition, a man who treasured friends and one who could always be found on the right side of any important issue. But best of all he enjoyed his family and was never happier than when he had them gathered about him.
Funeral services were held at Clarinda on Sunday afternoon, and burial was made in the cemetery at that place.
Bedford Times-Press
Thursday June 9, 1938 [p. 1]
Vera Bradley, 16, Drowning Victim
Vera [Elma] Bradley, 16-year old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Roe [Monroe Addison] Bradley of Winterhaven, Calif., was drowned Wednesday afternoon, June 8 according to a telegram received that evening by Mr. Bradley's sister, Mrs. Geo. I. Putnam [Vera]. No particulars are known in regard to the accident.
Bedford Times-Press
Thursday June 16, 1938 [p. 1]
More Details of Bradley Drowning
Vera [Elma] Bradley, 15, was drowned in the All American Canal at Winterhaven, Calif., Wednesday afternoon, June 8, according to more detailed word from the parents, Mr. and Mrs. Roe [Monroe Addison] Bradley to his sister, Mrs. Geo. I. Putnam [Vera] and other relatives.
The Bradley family recently moved to Yuma, Arizona, only a short distance from Winterhaven, and Vera had returned to their former home for a visit with friends. In company with two other girls, she was wading in the canal, when the accident happened. The three girls were reported to have had a hold of hands, when Vera stepped into a hole, pulling the other two girls with her. One of her friends, however, was able to swim and saved herself and the other girl. The body was in the water for more than an hour when it was recovered.
The funeral services were held at Yuma Saturday, June 11, and burial made there. She is survived by her parents; two sisters, Doris and Irene; and one brother, Bud [Horace].
Bedford Times-Press
Thursday June 30, 1938 p. 5
Obituary
Vera E. Bradley
Vera Elma Bradley was born at Siam, Iowa, April 30, 1922 and spent all of her life in Iowa except the last eighteen months, which was lived in the Yuma, Arizona, community. She met death by drowning at Pilot Knob spillway.
At the age of twelve she united with the Christian Church at Bedford. After moving to Arizona she attended the Presbyterian Church. Her favorite hymns were "The Old Rugged Cross" and "God Will Take Care of You." [
Vera Elma was a student in Yuma Union high school. Her cheerful disposition and sunny smile will be missed by her many friends.
Surviving relatives are her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Roe [Monroe Addison] Bradley; one brother, Bud [Horace], and two sisters, Doris and Irene, all of Yuma.
[Bradley, Charlotte Josephine Shafer]
Bedford Times-Press
Thursday November 24, 1955 p. 5
Mrs. Orton Bradley Dies In St. Joseph
Mrs. [Charlotte] Josephine [Shafer] Bradley, 65, died at her home in St. Joseph, November 15. Funeral services and burial were at St. Joseph Friday afternoon.
Mrs. Bradley was a native of St. Joseph. Her husband, Orton C. [live] Bradley, is a former resident of the Siam community. Mr. Bradley served as a judge of the Nodaway county court at Maryville for two terms.
Mrs. Bradley was a member of Radiant Chapter, Order of the Eastern Star, in St. Joseph. She is survived by her husband and a sister, Mrs. William Willits of St. Joseph.
[Bradley, Granville Monroe "Roe"]
Times-Republican
Thursday January 28, 1926 [p. 1]
Roe Bradley Succumbs to Paralytic Strokes
Died This Afternoon At 1:30 O'clock
Roe [Granville Monroe] Bradley of this city, who had been in a very critical condition for over a week, after several paralytic strokes, died this afternoon at 1:30.
Times-Republican
Thursday November 26, 1903 [p. 1]
A Long Life Now Ended
After A Life Of Eighty-Six Years The Aged Father Is The First To Die Of A Large Family
In the death of Dee Bradley there is much to incline one to serious meditation---not that he was cut off in the vigor of young manhood, nor that his death was an unhappy end, but the fact that he was permitted to mingle so long with earthly affairs, brings to mind the great possibilities and responsibilities of a life. It also brings to mind the fact that success in life is measured from various points of view. Deceased leaves not his thousands and millions to endow institutions that stand among the material things of earth as a monument to the memory of man, nor to his posterity as the best inheritance. His has been an eventful life even if only on account of its long duration. During his time many changes were wrought in the affairs of men, though his death is an evidence that none were made in the economy of God. The laws of life and decay are changeless, the only victory over death being a pure life to which decay but adds luster and to which death but adds perpetuity. The success of the long life just ended must be based upon the consistency of the individual, the faithful performance of each duty as it presented itself, the devotion of those dependent upon him, his love for his fellow man and the good care of the life which was strengthened many days by the grace of Him whom he worshipped.
D. [elaney I.] Bradley was born January 1, 1818 in Russell County, Kentucky, and was reared in a time and place where strenuosity of life and character were cardinal virtues. At the age of 15 years he went to Platte County, Mo., in 1846 joining his life to that of Rebecca Ann Means. To this union were born seven children, five boys and two girls, and it is a noteworthy fact that the aged father was the first of this family to pass away. The mother and seven children attended the funeral held at Siam, Iowa, Nov. 23, 1903; Elder Lee Ferguson conducted the services. Interment took place in the cemetery at Siam. Deceased has been a resident of this county since 1869, and had the confidence and esteem of all who knew him. He confessed his savior in 1844, and identified himself with the Church of Christ, living the principles in a conscientious manner.
Such was the man whose death we regret because we honored him, and at whose release from the world we rejoice, because he hath earned it.
[BRADLEY, DELANEY I. "DEE"]
Bedford Free Press (Bedford, Iowa), Thursday, November 26, 1903
Called Quickly Over River
After Eating a Hearty Meal at the Home of His Son, D. Bradley Quickly Expires—An Old Resident
One by one the old residents of this community are being gathered to their last resting place. The last to answer the inevitable call was D. [elaney] Bradley, father of our fellow townsman, G. M. Bradley. For some time past he had been feeling indisposed but on the day of his death he was much improved. Last Friday he ate a hearty dinner and within a few seconds thereafter the spirit of the kindly old man winged its flight back to the God who gave it. He died at a ripe old age and leaves behind the memory of a well spent life and many relatives and friends to mourn his departure. His sudden demise is only one more reminder of the certainty of death and serves as a warning for all to be ready for we "know not the day nor the hour when the Son of Man cometh." Mr. Bradley had for some time been making his home with his son, A. S. Bradley, near Bedford. His sudden death will come as a shock to many. The funeral services were conducted by Elder Lee Furgeson and the body was laid to rest in the family cemetery at Siam.
D. [elaney] Bradley was born January 1, 1818 in Russell county, Kentucky. At the age of fifteen years he located in Platte county, Mo. He united with the Christian church in 1844. Married Rebecca A. Means April 23, 1846. To this union was born seven children, five sons and two daughters, all of whom survive him and were at the funeral. It can be truthfully said of deceased, "he has fought a good fight, he has kept the faith, henceforth there is laid up for him a crown of righteousness."
Bedford Times-Press
Thursday November 24, 1955 p. 5
Mrs. John Wineinger Died Friday Evening
Mrs. Iva [Reed] Wineinger, 87, of Braddyville, died Nov. 18 at Clarinda Municipal Hospital. She had been a patient there only a few hours but had been in poor health following a stroke several years ago.
She was born in Taylor County between Siam and New Market. After her marriage to John C. Wineinger, the family made their home in New Market until 1909 when they moved to Carter, S. Dak. In 1945 they moved to Braddyville, where they had lived since. Mr. and Mrs. Wineinger had been married more than 67 years. She was a member of the Christian church.
She is survived by her husband, John, of Braddyville; two stepsons, Clyde of Braddyville, Charles of New Market; one sister, Mrs. Dora Hicks of Washington, Kans.
Funeral services were held in Clarinda Monday afternoon with Rev. Clarence Wollard of Mount Ayr officiating. Burial in Old Memory Cemetery at New Market.
Times-Republican
Thursday June 13, 1907
Wife And Baby Gone
Claude DeVoe, the infant son of G. [eorge] A. [mbrose] Hanshaw, died Monday, June 10th, at 11:50 at the home of Mr. Hanshaw's parents in West Bedford.
The funeral services were held at the Hanshaw residence at 9:30 Tuesday, conducted by Rev. A. L. Jones, after which the body was taken to the cemetery near Guss, where it was laid beside that of its mother.
The little babe at the time of its death was 1 month and 12 days old.
G. [eorge] A. [mbrose] Hanshaw, during the days of his youth and early manhood, was a resident of Taylor County. Of late years, however, he has resided at Greenville, Missouri. His wife [Sadie Berniece Peterson] was from Villisca. They had been married only a few years, and their home life was such that can only be possible to the young husband and wife, who are all in all to each other. Six weeks ago, a little son came, and it seemed that nothing was wanting to make their happiness complete. But the bright promises in a few short weeks have ended in sadness, sorrow and grief. First the wife was called, and now the little one has gone to join its mother, leaving the husband and father desolate and alone.
The many old friends of Mr. Hanshaw sympathize truly and sincerely with him in this time of his great affliction and all that human hands can do, or loving hearts suggest, has been done, but the finite mind can suggest but little that will comfort, and words seem hopelessly inefficient at a time like this. He must look for solace and comfort to a higher, mightier Power---to Him who in His wisdom doeth all things well.
Times-Republican
Thursday November 6, 1913 [p. 1]
Mrs. J. W. Hanshaw
Elizabeth Ann Sims was born in the state of Ohio, April 23, 1843, and died at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Claude Riley in Green City, Mo., October 28, 1913, at the age of 70 years, 6 months, 5 day.
In the year 1846 she came with her parents to Iowa and located near Ottumwa. She was married October 3, 1861, to Rev. J. [ohn] W. [esley] Hanshaw and to this union were born eight children: James S. [mith] Hanshaw of Bedford; William H. [arrison] (deceased); Mrs. J. [ohn] R. [andolph] Lindsey [Isadora May] of New Market, Ia.; John Franklin (deceased); Mrs. H. [enry] B. [arton] Rowe [Emma Jane] of St. Joseph, Mo.; Anna M. [ariah] (deceased); G. [eorge] A.[mbrose] Hanshaw of New Market; Mrs. Claude Riley [Rebecca Maude] of Green City, Mo.
She united with the Methodist Protestant church in early life, giving faithful and devoted life to the service of her master. She labored with her husband in his ministerial career, acting as superintendent of several different Sabbath schools, always taking an active part, until she became so afflicted that she was no longer able to attend regularly.
Since the death of her husband, October 8, 1907, she has made her home with her children.
[Hanshaw, Elizabeth Ann Sims]
Times-Republican
Thursday November 6, 1913
Mr. and Mrs. J. [ohn] R. [andolph] Lindsey [Isadora May Hanshaw] and son and Mr. and Mrs. G.[eorge] A. [mbrose] Hanshaw [Elma Edith Marsell] and baby of New Market and Mr. and Mrs. [Henry] Barton Rowe [Emma Jane Hanshaw] and two daughters of St. Joseph and Mr. and Mrs. Claude [McClelland] Riley [Rebecca Maude Hanshaw] and son of Green City, Mo., attended the funeral of Mrs. Elizabeth [Ann Sims] Hanshaw here Thursday.
Times-Republican
Thursday October 16, 1930
James Smith Hanshaw
J. [ames] S. [mith] Hanshaw passed away at his home in west Bedford, on Thursday evening, at the age of 67 years, 10 months and 24 days. The funeral services were held at the Baptist church Sunday afternoon, conducted by Rev. Clark M. Crowell and interment was made in the Fairview cemetery. Members of the Odd Fellow lodge attended in a body.
James Smith Hanshaw, oldest child of John Wesley and Elizabeth [Ann] Sims Hanshaw, was born at Pella, Iowa, November 17, 1862. The family later moved to Ottumwa and when he was 8 years of age they moved to Taylor County where Mr. Hanshaw has been a continuous resident for nearly sixty years. When a young man he united with the Methodist Church, his father being a Methodist Minister. After moving to Bedford, however, he united with the First Baptist Church, and was a member of that church in good standing at the time of his death. January 26, 1892, he was united in marriage to Miss Emma Rebecca Bailey of Siam. To this union was born one son, Carr C. [lifton] Hanshaw of Bedford. Mr. Hanshaw took an interest in the civic affairs of the community, having served on the city council for 6 years, during which time the first pavement was laid in Bedford and the initial water system installed. He followed the profession of auctioneer for about 35 years. He was a member of the Knights of Pythias and the Independent Order of Odd Fellows, being an ardent worker of the latter lodge as long as his health would permit. Mr. Hanshaw was always cheerful and of an optimistic spirit during his entire sickness of the past six years. He is survived by his wife, his son, daughter-in-law, two grandsons and one granddaughter, of Bedford; one brother, Dr. George Hanshaw of Sac City, Iowa; three sisters, Mrs. John Lindsey [Isadora May] of New Market, Mrs. H. [enry] B. [arton] Rowe [Emma Jane] of St. Joseph, Mo., Mrs. Claude [McClelland] Riley [Rebecca Maude] of Green City, Mo.; besides a host of relatives and friends.
[Hanshaw, Emma Rebecca Bailey]
Bedford Times-Press
Thursday January 11, 1934 [p. 1]
Mrs. James Hanshaw Dies Here Friday
Mrs. James S. [mith] Hanshaw, 66, died at her home in Bedford, Friday, Jan. 5, 1934, after having been in ill health for several years. The funeral services were held at the Wetmore Funeral Home Sunday afternoon, conducted by Rev. Clark M. Crowell. Burial was in the Fairview cemetery.
Mrs. Hanshaw, whose maiden name was Emma Rebecca Bailey, was born near Siam, July 8, 1867. She was a member of a family of fourteen children, three sisters surviving, the rest of the family having preceded her in death. She grew to womanhood in the Siam community and was married at that place Jan. 26, 1892, to James S. [mith] Hanshaw. One child was born to them, Carr [Clifton] Hanshaw of Bedford. Mr. Hanshaw died several years ago.
The family moved to Bedford about thirty years ago, which place had been their home since. She was a member of the First Baptist church of Bedford, and at one time belonged to the Pythian Sisters and Rebekah lodges.
Surviving relatives are the son and his wife, Mr. and Mrs. Carr Hanshaw; three grandchildren, [James] Clifton, Forrest and Ruth Hanshaw; and the three sisters, Mrs. O. [rlando] T. Miller [Martha] and Mrs. Fred Branson [Mary] of Bedford, and Mrs. Oren Roberts [Cyndia] of California.
Bedford Times-Press
Thursday May 29, 1980 p. 7
Carr Hanshaw, 85, Final Rites Held
Funeral services for Carr Clifton Hanshaw, 85, former Bedford resident, were held May 28 in Shum-Novinger Funeral Home, Bedford. The services were conducted by Rev. Carl Cummings. Interment was at Fairview Cemetery, Bedford.
Mr. Hanshaw died May 25, 1980, in Lincoln, Nebr.
Mr. Hanshaw's survivors include two sons, [James] Clifton and Forrest, and one daughter, Ruth Clark, all of Bedford.
[Hanshaw, Carr Clifton]
Bedford Times-Press
Thursday June 5, 1980 p. 7
Last Rites Held May 28 Here For Carr Hanshaw, 85
Funeral services for Carr Clifton Hanshaw, 85, formerly of Bedford, were held May 28 in Shum-Novinger Funeral Home in Bedford with Rev. Carl Cummings officiating. Mr. Hanshaw died in Milder Manor Nursing Home in Lincoln, Nebraska May 25, 1980. Bedford American Legion Post 164 presented the flag at Fairview Cemetery.
Carr C. [lifton] Hanshaw, son of James S. [mith] Hanshaw and Emma R.[ebecca] Bailie [Bailey] Hanshaw, was born near New Market, Iowa, October 19, 1894.
He grew to maturity in the Bedford area where his father Col. James S. [mith] Hanshaw was engaged in the auction business.
Carr attended the public school and was graduated from the Bedford High School and attended the Baptist College at Pella, Iowa. He was a member of the Baptist Church.
On October 24, 1915 he was united in marriage to Catherine R. [ebecca] Walker at the home of the bride's parents in Bedford, Iowa. They made their home in Bedford and [James] Clifton, Forrest and Ruth were born to bless their home.
He was employed by the Chicago, Burlington, and Quincy RR Co. as a Depot Agent; and was one of the first City Mail Carriers when City Delivery was started in Bedford in 1926. For a number of years he was employed by National Bellus Hess Inc. of Kansas City, Missouri, until his retirement. For the past several years he has resided in Lincoln, Nebraska.
He was preceded in death by his parents and a daughter-in-law, Marjorie [Elizabeth Renfro] Hanshaw.
Surviving are his three children, [James] Clifton Hanshaw and his wife, Ethel; Forrest Hanshaw and his wife, Kathleen; Ruth Clark and her husband, Howard, who, with their mother, Catherine Hanshaw, all live in Bedford; seven grandchildren; 14 great grandchildren; other relatives and friends.
He was a veteran of World War I and served his country overseas while stationed in France.
He will be missed by those who knew and loved him.
[Hanshaw, Catherine Rebecca Walker]
Bedford Times-Press
Thursday November 4, 1982
Final Rites Held October 31 For Catherine Hanshaw
Funeral services for Mrs. Carr C. (Catherine) Hanshaw, 86, of Bedford, held October 31 in Shum-Novinger Funeral Home, were conducted by Rev. Charles Newman. Mrs. Hanshaw died October 28, 1982 in Rosary Hospital in Corning. Interment was at Fairview Cemetery, Bedford.
Catherine Rebecca Walker, daughter of James W. [illiam] and Abigail Hornback Walker, was born in Menard County, Illinois on May 9, 1896.
Her family moved to Iowa in 1900, living in the Forest Grove community for 10 years before moving into Bedford. She attended the Bedford public school and was active in the Baptist church, where she helped as pianist.
On October 24, 1915, she was united in marriage to Carr C. [lifton] Hanshaw at the home of her parents, and they continued to reside in Bedford. To this union three children were born: Clifton, Forrest and Ruth.
She was preceded in death by her parents, her brothers, Roy and Arthur Walker, her husband and daughter-in-law, Marjorie [Elizabeth Renfro] Hanshaw.
Left to cherish her memory are her two sons: Clifton Hanshaw and wife, Ethel; Forrest Hanshaw and wife, Kay; one daughter, Ruth Clark, and husband, Howard, all of Bedford; seven grandchildren: Jim Hanshaw, Bedford; Kaye Steele, Tampa, Fla.; Judy Engleka, Visalia, Calif., Paul Hanshaw, Glenwood, Cathy Odle, Gardner, Kansas, Brent Clark, Glenwood, and Patricia Dukes, Bedford; 15 great grandchildren; one sister-in-law, Edith Walker of Chicago; nieces and nephews.
She will be fondly remembered by countless numbers of people for whom she had the pleasure of babysitting through the years in Bedford.
Catherine could always be seen on nice days enjoying the beautiful weather outdoors, watching and listening to the wonders Mother Nature had to offer.
She was a kind and considerate mother and grandmother. She will be lovingly remembered by each one whose life she blessed.
Bedford Times-Press
Thursday November 15, 1945 [p. 1]
John Roland Lindsey Is Buried At Sea
Word has been received by Mrs. I. [sadora] M. [ay Hanshaw] Lindsey of New Market, that her grandson, John Rolland Lindsey, son of Mr. and Mrs. J. [ohn] A. Lindsey [Dollie Hembree] of Ellensburg, Washington, died while enroute to Japan, and was buried at sea.
The word was given Rolland's parents by a fellow service man, who had been with Rolland most of the time in a prison camp and on ship from the Philippine Islands to Formosa. Rolland had been a Japanese prisoner since the fall of Corregidor, May 6, 1942.