Lenox, Iowa obituaries
transcribed by: Lorelei Rusco - lorerus@iowatelecom.net
 
 

Boyer, Harriet A. Kern -

Harriet A. Kern, daughter of Adam and Martha Kern, was born in Indiana, Sept. 15, 1846. When about 6 years of age she moved with her parents to Hancock county, Illinois, where they resided for about 6 years, when they moved to Henderson county, Illinois.

She was married Dec. 24, 1868, to Geo. W. A. Boyer. In 1872 they moved to Taylor county, Iowa, and located on a farm 2 miles south of Sharpsburg where they resided for 25 years, later moving north of Sharpsburg where they

lived for 17 years, and have lived in Lenox since leaving the farm.

She has been a resident of Taylor county for over 50 years was a member of the Church of Christ and a charter member of the Blue Grove church.

She leaves to mourn her departure eight children, Otis of Sharpsburg, Effie who died at the age 21, Mertle of Corning, Iva Dutton who passed away recently, Clara, Chester and Clarence of Lenox. Twenty-one grandchildren

and two great grandchildren.

Funeral services were held at the Church of Christ, Saturday, June 10, at o'clock, conducted by Rev. F. C. McCallon. Interment in Fairview cemetery.

The Time Table joins with the many citizen friends in extending our sympathy to Mr. Geo. Boyer and family.

Lenox Time Table, Lenox, Iowa Thursday June 15, 1922

Burch, George W. –

Rev. George W. Burch was born in Green county, Indiana Oct. 30, 1858, and died at a hospital in Hutchinson, Kansas June 22, 1922. 

When fifteen years of age, his mother died and left him alone in the world.  Three years later, desiring to go west and get a start, he came to Lenox, Ia.  He was an industrious and studious young man and soon became efficient enough to teach in the rural schools.  He attended the Shenandoah Normal and later entered Drake University, graduating from that institution in 1883.

In 1894 he was ordained to the ministry and the same year he was married to Mary Jeannette Young of Lenox, Iowa.  To this union were born two sons, Rev. Burch held pastorates at Fairfield, Sac City and Charles City, Iowa and Fredonia , Salina and Burton, Kansas.

Besides his own family, he leaves two brothers, and two sisters to mourn his departure.

Funeral services were conducted Monday, June 25, 1922 at 1:30 o’clock by Rev. F. E. McCallon and the body was laid to rest in Fairview cemetery.

Lenox Time Table, Lenox, Iowa Thursday June 29, 1922

Carter, Sarah Frances Lovitt  -  [Says Sarah S. on Tombstone]

Mrs. J. T. Carter, who had been visiting relatives and friends in Lenox and vicinity for several days, was found dead in her room Monday morning. She had been in her usual health and Sunday was calling on friends and visiting with old neighbors.  Of late she had made her home with her daughter, Mrs. Gordon in Des Moines. The death of this estimable woman marks the passing

of one of the old Blue Grove pioneers. She was a charter member of the Blue Grove church. Her death leaves but four charter members. At this writing

the time of the funeral is not known. A son, D. L. Carter, was in Canada at the time of his mother's death and until the time of his arrival home is known no

time will be set for the funeral.

Lenox Time Table, Lenox, Iowa Thursday August 24, 1922

Carter, Sarah Frances Lovitt -

Sarah Frances Lovitt, born Feb. 9, 1843 in Muskingum county, Ohio. When about fourteen years of age she moved with her parents to Henderson county,

Illinois.

She was married March 12th, 1863, to J. T. Carter. They moved to Taylor county, Towa, in 1879 and settled in what is known as the Blue Grove community. She resided in this community until August, 1919, moving to Des Moines in that year to live with her daughter, Mrs. A. L. Gordon.

Sister Carter was the mother of two daughters and two sons, Mrs. A. L. Gordon, Des Moines, Ia.; D. L. Carter, Lenox, Iowa; Alta May Carter (died when two years of age), C. E. Carter, Lenox, Iowa.

Sister Carter united with the Church of Christ in Ohio at an early age. With her husband and other helpers the Blue Grove Church of Christ was organized

in the year 1880.

She and her husband were permitted to celebrate their Golden Wedding March 12, 1913.  Her husband passed to his reward April 1, 1916.

She leaves to mourn her demise her own children, Mrs. A. L. Gordon, D. L. Carter and C.E Carter; two sisters, Mrs. B. F. Chandler of Gravity, Ia., and

Mrs. M. J. Huston, Blandinsville, Ill.; two brothers, J. W. Lovitt, Shenandoah, Ia., and H. D. Lovitt of Stronghurst, Ill.; grandchildren, Earl Gordon, Lenox, Iowa;

Vernon Gordon, Des Moines, Ia.; Opal and Wayne Carter, Lenox, la.; Frances Bernita Carter, passed to the other shore August 17, 1916; great grand children, Verlee Gordon and Darold Gordon.

In Des Moines she was a member of the Bible School, Missionary Society and Temperance Union.  Sister Carter was a great reader of her Bible, read it daily.

To her Jesus was taken seriously, loved and obeyed.  At the time of her death she was a member of the Blue Grove Church of Christ.

Lenox Time Table, Lenox, Iowa Thursday August 31, 1922

Chapman, W. A. -

Noon Train Kills Man

(Bedford Times-Republican)

The noon passenger train came in late yesterday with blood covered over its head-light, caused by striking a Ford car near Rosendale and killing the driver,

who we understand was a preacher  The body was badly mangled and brains and blood spattered the entire front of the engine. The Ford car was a complete wreck.  The train stopped and picked up the remains and took them to Rosendale.

LATER: The Maryville Daily Democrat says: "The Rev. W. A.  Chapman, who recently moved from Pickering to Rosendale, was instantly killed about 10:50

o'clock this morning when he was struck by Burlington passenger train number 4, which is due in Maryville at 11:5.1, at the crossing near Fairview Church, two and one-half miles south of Rosendale.  Mr Chapman was driving

his car east and, it is supposed, for some reason he did not see or hear the train. The engineer did not see him until it was too late. The train struck the car practically in the center and carried the body of Mr. Chapman about a quarter of a mile before it stopped.

"Mr. Chapman's head was badly crushed and the body was so mangled that he could hardly be recognized, according to reports of people who saw the body shortly after the accident. His arms were scratched and torn, one shoe was completely torn off of the foot and the hose and instep of the other foot was cut. 

"The car was picked up on the cow-catcher of the engine and carried down the track and across a railroad bridge, approximately 5O feet long. When the train was stopped the car dropped off the engine and Mr. Chapman was lying in the seat. Remnants of the car were left on the engine and a steel plate about one-fourth or one-half inch thick was broken.

"When the train stopped and the body was taken, from the car, the coroner and undertaker of Savannah were notified. The body was taken on the train and carried into Rosendale and left at the depot.

 "Mr. Chapman had lived at Pickering for the past three years and was pastor of the Christian Church. About three weeks ago he moved to Rosendale and was preaching there half time and giving the other half of his time to the Fairview church. He had preached at Fairview Sunday night and was returning to his home Monday morning when he was hit by the train.”

Lenox Time Table, Lenox, Iowa Thursday June 22, 1922

Cipra, Mary Hoshek [Hoseck]

Mary Hoshek was born in Bohemia on February 2, 1863 and died in Lenox, Iowa  on August 25, 1922.  She came to Pennsylvania at the age of 19 and was married in 183[?] to John Cipra.  Mr. and Mrs. Cipra lived in Pennsylvania for 13 years, when they moved to Canby, Minn.  They lived at Canby 18 years, after which they moved back to Pennsylvania where they lived until 18 months ago, at which time they came to Lenox and made their home with their daughter, Mrs. J. O. Roe at whose home she died on Friday last.  She leaves to mourn her husband, her daughter, Mrs. Roe, a son Joe at Denver, Colo. three grandchildren and a brother, Joseph Hoshek at Canby, Minn.

The funeral services were held at the home on Sunday afternoon being conducted by Rev. W. Barlow and attended by many sympathizing friends.  Interment at Lenox new cemetery.

Lenox Time Table, Lenox, Iowa, Thursday August 31, 1922

Corbitt, J. D. –

A number of old acquaintances attended the funeral of J. D. Corbitt at Cumberland, la., last Thursday. He was a former pastor at Blue Grove several years ago and was exceedingly well liked by numerous friends and members of the church. Those who attended the funeral from Lenox were as follows; L. C. Boltinghouse, Claude Carter and son Wayne, Rev. McCallon, Darwin Carter, Sam Key, Clyde Whipple and wife, Miss Anola Toler, Mrs. Mae Becker and Essie Gordan. Due respect was shown the former pastor of several years ago and to his family—from Lenox and Blue Grove who were present with many others who would have been very much planned to attend.

Lenox Time Table, Lenox, Iowa Thursday August 3, 1922

Cresswell, Franklin Holmes  –

F. M. Creswell passed away at his, home four miles northeast of Lenox at 2:15 a.m. Tuesday morning after a short illness of ten days or two weeks. The funeral will be held Sunday afternoon at 2:30 at the home.  Obituary will follow next week

Lenox Time Table, Lenox, Iowa Thursday June 15, 1922

Cresswell, Franklin Holmes –

Franklin Holmes Cresswell, son of Matthew and Catherine Stuart Cresswell was born in Van Buren County, Iowa Dec. 31, 1845 and departed this life June 13, 1922, at his home near Lenox, Iowa at the age of 76 years, 5 months and 14 days.

Having grown to manhood in Van Buren county, he came to Adams Co in 1869, where he broke the virgin prairie and established the home in which he resided until his death.  He drove overland to his new home, there being no railroad in the county at that time.

On Feb. 16, 1874 Mr. Cresswell was united in marriage to Mary Emma Cornell, who preceded him in death June 26, 1880.  To this union were born Hugh M., Byron [?], and a daughter who died in infancy.

He was actively interested in all enterprises for the benefit of the public.  He was instrumental in the establishment of the civil and school organizations of the community and substantially aided in their development by serving in a number of offices of the township.

He ever sought the most up-to-date methods to bring the rearing of livestock to the highest obtainable perfection, having founded the pioneer herds of pure bred cattle and swine in the county.  He occupied an honorable place in associations interested in livestock.

By his interest in the welfare of his fellows and his kindly ministrations in all times of need, he established a bond between himself and his neighbors which remains a precious memory.

He leaves to mourn his departure, his sons, Hugh and Byron who reside on the Cresswell farms; his sister, Mrs. Abbott Brady, of Long Beach, Calif.,  his brother John Cresswell of Hillsboro, Ia., and two grandsons Philip and Robert Cresswell.

Thus is completed the career of one of the oldest and most respected citizens of Grant township.  The funeral service was held at the farm on Sunday, June 18, conducted by Rev. W. Barlow.  A large crowd of friends attended the service, which was held in front of the house.  Interment at Fairview cemetery.

Lenox Time Table, Lenox, Iowa, Thursday June 29, 1922  

Dockstader, Knelon -

Knelon Dockstader was born in Sharon, New York, Aug. 25, 1846, where he grew to manhood, and died Thursday June 1, aged 75 years, 9 months and 6 days.

In 1869 he came to Illinois where he was united in marriage to Marrietta Griffin. After their marriage they returned to New York where they remained until 1871. Returning to Illinois, he entered the grain business. In 1880 he moved to Conway, la., where he continued in the grain business until 1883, when he moved to Lenox. Here he erected an elevator and bought grain for

a number of years. He then devoted his time to farming until

in 1907 he sold the farm and they moved to Colorado, where they lived for several years.  In 1917 they went to Idaho and have been living with their daughter, Mrs. W. I. Fritz.

Five children were born to this wedlock, two having died in infancy. He is survived by his wife, 3 sisters, and one brother in New York and three children Mrs. W. I. Fritz , of Idaho foils, Mrs. T. B. Shaw of Oakland, Calif. and George A. of San Francisco, Calif.

He was a man that was well liked, a kind and loving father and husband and a good neighbor.  Although he was not a member of any church, Christian people and workers were always welcomed in his home. He confessed his Savior before his death and his trust and faith were shown in his prayers and- calm confidence that all was well. He bore his intense suffering with great

patience and was cheerful throughout it all.

Funeral services were held at the Church of Christ, Monday, June 5, at 3:00

p.m., conducted by Rev. F. C. McCallon. Interment in Fairview cemetery.

Lenox Time Table, Lenox, Iowa, Thursday June 15, 1922

Fawcett, Elizabeth Ann Pedley -

Elizabeth Ann Pedley was born March 2, 1853, at Benton, Wisconsin. Died July 11, 1922, at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Glenn Savage, Sharpsburg   Iowa,

at the age of 64 years, 4 months and 9 days.

On Sept. 9, 1879, she was married to Frank Fawcett at Mifflin, Wisconsin. To this union were born 7 children: Mary, who preceded her in death in August,

1899, at the age of 19 years; David, of Havlock, Neb.; Lillie, of Grand Island, Neb.; Pedley and Harrison of Bedford ; Birdie of Sharpsburg, and George of New Market.

Living in Wisconsin until 1896, they moved to Iowa where they made their home near Gravity until the death of her companion in 1911.  Having become an invalid she has made her home with her daughter, Mrs. Glenn Savage.

The last nine months she was confined to her bed, where she was a patient suffer, and ready to be called home.

She united with the Methodist church when young, and has always been a faithful worker for her master whom she served, and tried to set a good example of her children.  She has been a member of the Gravity Methodist church since 1899.

She leaves to mourn her demise 6 children, 9 grandchildren, 2 sisters, 1brother and many other near relatives and friends.

Lenox Time Table, Lenox, Iowa Thursday July 20, 1922

Henderson, Laura M. Bennett  -

Mrs. Joe Henderson of Lenox, while visiting at Sharpsburg last Wednesday, June 7, passed-away rather sudden and unexpectedly. She was visiting over at

Sharpsburg and was on her way to town when she was suddenly stricken and fainted away in the yard of the residence of Mr. Young, a banker. She only lived about two hours following the collapse.  Mrs. Henderson was taken to

the home of her son Jess Henderson who lives between Sharpsburg and Lenox. The funeral took place at the Presbyterian church at Sharpsburg with the minister there conducting the services, on Friday, June 9th. The remains

were taken to College Springs, Iowa, for burial.

Walter Henderson and wife of Creston were among the out of town attendants at the funeral.

Lenox Time Table, Lenox, Iowa Thursday June 15, 1922

Henderson, Laura M. Bennett -

Laura M. Bennett was born at Dubuque, Ia.. Jan. 8, 1862, and departed this life June 7, 1922, at Sharpsburg, la.

She was united in marriage to Joseph A. Henderson, Oct. 10th, 1876. To this union were born 12 children; 9 are living, two died in infancy, one son, Ray, died in October, 1915. The children surviving are: Jesse, of Sharpsburg, la.; Mrs. Bert Marley of Summerfield, Kans.; Mrs. Clarence Newman; of Coin, la.; Mrs. John Chilty, of Newton, la.; Mrs. Harry Dugan, of Douglas, Wyo.; Walter, of Creston, la.; Earl, of Douglas, Wyo.; Mrs. Lee Short of Lenox, Ia.; Clark, of Sharpsburg, la.; also 16 grandchildren and a host of friends to mourn her departure.

Mrs. Henderson united with the U. P. church in the year of 1888 at College Springs, Ia., and was a faithful Christian until the master called her to the world beyond. She was always ready and willing to do her part in Christian

life.

Funeral services were held at the Presbyterian church at Sharpsburg, on Friday, June 9th. The remains were taken to College Springs, Ia. for burial.

Lenox Time Table, Lenox, Iowa Thursday June 22, 1922

Howard, Vera Newton -

(Bedford Times-Republican)

Mrs. M. H. Newton of Conway received a message early Monday morning, conveying the sad intelligence of the death of her daughter, Mrs. Vera, Howard, at Nickerson, Kans., the same occurring on Sunday last. From the

story given of the terrible calamity that caused the death of  Mrs. Howard and the  near killing of her little son, we glean the following: It appears that Mr. and Mrs. Howard, .accompanied by their little son, were on their way home

from church, driving a team hitched to a buggy. They were driving along on the paved highway and were about a mile and three-quarters from the town of

Nickerson, when all at once and without warning they were crashed into by a large Buick touring car driven by a young man from Sterling, Kans., and reported to be the son of a banker of that place.

When the car struck the buggy, Mr. Howard was thrown out and off the roadway into soft dirt, being bruised up considerably but not serious. Mrs. Howard, .however, was thrown straight ahead and landed on her head on the

pavement, crushing her skull and killing her instantly. The little boy was also thrown to the pavement and sustained serious bruises, although not of a serious nature. One of the horses driven by Mr. Howard was killed outright

and the other one badly crippled and may have to be killed.

The car that struck the Howard vehicle was filled with young people and they were racing with another powerful car and evidently not watching the road ahead—in fact speed crazy, After striking the buggy, the auto proceded about 800 feet and then plunged head-on into the ditch, overturning the car, but hurting none of the wild riders. The body of the dead woman was brought to Bedford for burial yesterday and tenderly laid away by loved ones here. See obituary elsewhere in this issue. [no obit appeared]

Lenox Time Table, Lenox, Iowa Thursday September 28, 1922

Hughes, David Crago -

David Crago Hughes was born in Green county, Pennsylvania, June 1, 1835, and died August 24, 1922, being 87 years, 2 months and 23 days old.

On February 24, 1869, he was united in marriage to Mary Sharpnack who so recently preceded him in death. Shortly after their marriage they came to Illinois, and later to Iowa in the vicinity of Lenox in and near which he has ever since made his home.

He was the oldest of a family of six children, all of whom he has lived to see pass to the great beyond.

He was a veteran of the Civil war and  enjoyed the association of his comrades only a few of whom are left to pay their respects to the deceased.

During the last years of his life he was very devoted to the afflicted wife and his greatest enjoyment was in his home aiding and caring for her as best he

could. Since her death he has continued in the home where her devoted life passed out, until the grim reaper bids the same course for him.

He leaves one son, and three grandchildren and a large circle of friends.

The funeral service took place on Saturday afternoon, Aug. 26, at the Hughes home, being attended by a large circle of friends. The Rev. W. Barlow conducted the service. Interment at Fairview cemetery.

Lenox Time Table, Lenox, Iowa Thursday August 31, 1922

Lewis, Mrs. Scott -

Mrs. Scott Lewis of Glenwood, wife of a former judge of this district died at her home yesterday from the result of a bite from a rat. She found the rat in

a berrel where .she had some little chickens and attempted to kill it when the rat bit her on the hand and she died front the effects of the poison.—Shenandoah .Sentinel-Post.

Lenox Time Table, Lenox, Iowa Thursday August 17, 1922

Martin, Lizzie

Miss Lizzie Martin, sister of Mary Martin teacher of the primary department here, died at her home in Bedford, Saturday evening after a lingering illness. Miss Martin was well known and highly respected by the people of this community, having at one lime taught the 8lh grade here, but for a number

of years has been teaching at El Reno, Okla. The funeral services were held in Bedford, Tuesday, with interment made at Lenox.

Miss Lizzie Martin, who has been seriously ill for several months, died at her home in southwest Bedford, Saturday evening at 8:00 o’clock.  The funeral services were held this morning at 10:00 in the Catholic church, The Lenox choir led by Mrs. Charles Ethington sang the Mass Service, after which the

body was taken to Lenox by automobile today where it will be buried beside the father, mother and two brothers who proceeded her several years ago. Miss Martin spent the greater part of her life in Bedford and had many friends. $he taught school for many years at Lenox and for the past few years she was one of the leading teachers in the El Reno, Okla. schools. Owing to her failing health she was forced to give up her position and return home. Out of a family of six only one is left, Miss Mary. The lonely sister has the sympathy of the entire community in her sad bereavement.

Lenox Time Table, Lenox, Iowa Thursday September 14, 1922

O’Neill, Samuel C. -

Samuel C. O'Neil Killed

The lifeless body of Samuel C. O'Neil was found Tuesday morning about 8:30 on the Great Western railroad track just south of the crossing near the E. F.

Amick residence. The body was discovered by Everett Smith, who was returning to town from the home of his sister, Mrs. David Cox, down across the line in Missouri.  He at once notified Mr. Amick, and parties in town were notified.  The remains were brought to the Mumma undertaking parlors by

Undertaker H. O. Mumma and others.

The body was found between the rails with the head toward the south and at a point some ten feet south of the south cattle guard.  A knife and bunch of keys were found about 150 feet north of the place where the body was found, and there was evidence at the point where the knife and keys were found, that the body had been picked up or struck by a southbound train and carried across

the crossing. The young man's cap was found at a point some 200 feet north of the crossing.

At first parties were unable to identify the remains, and a book taken from one of his pockets gave the first clew as to his identity. The head was badly crushed, one foot was almost severed from the body and the body was badly cut and bruised, while the clothing was almost stripped from the body.

Just when and how he was killed will probably never be known.  It was evident that he had been dead for some time when found Train No. 3, southbound, left Blockton that morning at 2:51; No. 4, northbound, at 4:15 an extra freight, northbound at 5:55; an extra freight, southbound, at 6:40,

and No. 60, freight, northbound, at 7:52, about a half hour before the body was found, yet none of the trainmen on any of these trains made any report in regard to the matter.

Taylor county being without a coroner at this time H. L. Carr, justice of the peace, acted as coroner at an inquest held at the Mumma undertaking parlors Tuesday afternoon and a number of parties testified. County Attorney Juqua and Sheriff Parrish were present at the inquest and D. T. Waldrip, Wm. Cloos and Chas. S. Cobb constituted the coroner's jury. According to the evidence as brought out at the inquest he was last seen alive shortly after midnight Monday night when Clarence Mendenhall, who had been with him up to that time left him at the First National Bank corner, Mr. Mendenhall going home while Mr. O'Neil went toward the O'Neil store.

Samuel C. O'Neil, son of M. R. and M.J. O'Neil, was born near Lenox, this county, March 28, 1890, and passed away Tuesday morning, August 22, 1922, aged

32 years, 4 months and 24 days.

Deceased came to Blockton with his parents in 1897. He graduated from the Blockton high school with the class of 1909. He was a musician of rare ability and was highly efficient on several different instruments. Since his

graduation he has been in the employ of his father in conducting a feed, seed and coal business.

His mother passed away June 21, 1921. He leaves his father, one brother, Carl, of Blockton and three sisters, Mrs. Effie Fliey of ElPaso, Texas, and Mrs. Carrie

Gordon and Miss Frances, both of Blockton, to mourn his untimely death.

The deceased was a member of the Blockton Methodist church uniting with that denomination during the pastorate of D. J. Shenton.

The bereaved relatives have the sympathy of all in this sad hour.

Funeral services will be held at the Methodist church this Thursday afternoon at 2:30 conducted by A. G. Simmons, pastor of the church, and interment will be made in Rose Hill cemetery.

--Blockton News

Lenox Time Table, Lenox, Iowa Thursday August 31, 1922

Peterson Infant -

John Butler received a sad message from Mr. and Mrs. Ernest Peterson stating their little seven months old son had passed away at Elgin, Neb., at twelve

o'clock a. m., June 16th. The mother will be remembered as Miss Nellie Butler.

John Butler departed Sunday for Elgin to attend the funeral.

Lenox Time Table, Lenox, Iowa Thursday June 22, 1922

Preston, Richard T. -

Richard T. Preston was born in Scott county, Iowa, June, 9, 1866.  He departed this life at his home in Creston, la., Oct. 8, 1922, aged 56 years, 3 months and 29 days.  He has lived in the vicinity of Lenox since 1866; a well known and respected citizen.

He was united in marriage to Wellie Donaldson, March 26, 1890. Three children were born into their homo, Earl, Hazel and Bernice. There were also two grandchildren, little Darlene Preston and Bernice McLellan. Mr. Preston

also leaves two brothers, J.C. and C. G., and .six sisters, Mrs. Richard Bell, Mrs. Louis Ambrose, Mrs. A. F. Schoening, Mrs. Fred Stoaks, Mrs. Dave Donaldson and Mrs. John Einfeldt.

Many other relatives and a host of his friends extend their sympathy to the bereaved family in this their deep sorrow.

Mr. Preston united with the M. E. church when young in life which he remained a member until death, he was a fine neighbor and well liked by all who knew him.

The funeral services were held in the Lenox M. E. church, Tuesday afternoon. A large crowd was present to pay their last tribute of respect to a friend and neighbor.

Rev. Homer Caskey conducted the services. Text Heb. 13;8Interment in Fairview cemetery.

Lenox Time Table, Lenox, Iowa Thursday October 19, 1922

Reed, William –

The death of William Reed old pioneer of this community came after several months illness.  Mr. Reed is widely known to a host of people in this section of

the country during practically a life time of residence here and being active in farm and real estate circles of which his whole life practically has been devoted.

William Reed was born November 10, 1865, in Union county, Ia., and died July 27, 1922, aged 57 years, 8 months and 17 days.

With the exception of seventeen years that he lived near Clearfield, the rest of his life has been spent here. He was married to Mary J. Bell, October 6, 1885,

and to this union four children were born: Mrs. W. J. Fattig, Mrs. Frank Rood, Mrs. Joe Maynes, all of Lenox, and one son, Harold, who died about five years

ago.

He has three brothers living : John Reed of Clearfield, T. P. Reed of Greenfield, Ia. and D. B. Reed of Idaho Falls. Idaho; and three sisters: Mrs. Emma Oshel of Orient, Ia., Mrs. Alfred Cochran of Lakeside, Ore.., and Mrs. Nora Donovan of Creston, Iowa.

The  funeral services were held at the home Sunday, July 30 at 2 o'clock

p. m., conducted by Rev. F. C. McCallon. Interment in Fairview cemetery.

Lenox Time Table, Lenox, Iowa Thursday August 3, 1922

Ryan, John –

The sad news reached Lenox Monday morning by telegram, stating that John Ryan of Casper, Wyo., was accidentally shot Sunday while out hunting. However, the facts of this terrible accident are not known at this writing.

John Ryan is a son of Dan Ryan who lately moved to Creston from Lenox, a few months ago where he has always farmed southeast of here and raised his family.

Mrs. John Ryan will be remembered as Iona Finn, the oldest daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Patrick Finn who reside here, and has one child, now about one year

old.

Mr. and Mrs. John Ryan moved to Casper, Wyo., a little over two years ago, and while there have taken up a homestead and accumulated other property, although Mr. Ryan has been holding a good position with the Standard Oil Company working in the refinery and commanded good wages.

It is indeed a sad blow to the many relatives, besides a host of friends in this community where the young man and his wife were both raised and so well known, and they have the heartfelt sympathy of the entire community.

The details and obituary complete will appear in our next issue. [It didn’t]

Lenox Time Table, Lenox, Iowa Thursday August 10, 1922

Smith, Myra Elizabeth –

Myra Elizabeth, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Lloyd H. Smith formerly of Lenox, but now of Sheldon, Wis,, was born April 27, 1922, passed away at the home

of Mrs. Clara Shafer of Ladysmith, Aug. 19, 1022. During little Myra's short life she was a great sufferer but her pain and suffering are over and the little

form now rests. Mr. and Mrs. Smith have many friends in the- community who

sympathize with them in the loss of their dear babe. Little Myra has gone and left us, Her sweet face we'll see no more; She has gone to join the angels,

On that bright golden shore.

Lenox Time Table, Lenox, Iowa Thursday September 7, 1922

Wurster, Pauline –

We regret to announce the sudden death of Miss Pauline Wurster, Well known and highly esteemed citizen of Lenox, which took place at the Methodist

hospital at Des Monies on Tuesday at noon. Miss Wurster entered the hospital for an operation but a few days before and was believed to be progressing

favorably when a change took place in her condition during Monday night. She rapidly lost strength and was unable to rally.  Funeral will be held at 3:30 o'clock this afternoon at the Presbyterian church.

Lenox Time Table, Lenox, Iowa Thursday September 14, 1922

Wurster, Pauline -

Pauline Wurster was born in Taylor county, Iowa, July 30th, 1876, and passed away Sept. 12, 1922, at the Iowa Methodist Hospital in Des Moines, at the age

of 4& years, 1 month and 12 days. She has resided in Lenox and vicinity during her entire life. She has been a member of the First Presbyterian church of Lenox since her early youth and a faithful worker for the Master in church, Sunday School and Christian Endeavor. She was a graduate of the Lenox school in the class of 1896.

She leaves to mourn her death, her father and mother, Mr. and Mrs. John  Wurster of Lenox; two sisters, Mrs. Mary McGinnis of Choctaw, Okla., and Mrs. Carrie Thompson of Creston, Iowa; three brothers, John, Charles and Ben of Lenox; two brother, Tra and George, preceded her in death. She leaves a number of relatives and a host of friends who greatly mourn her departure

from this life. Pauline was a friend to all, and was dearly loved by all who knew her.

The funeral service was held at the Presbyterian church, Lenox, on Thursday afternoon, Sept 14, when the church was thronged with sympathizing friends.

The Rev. W. Barlow conducted the service, assisted by Rev. I. A, Nayle. Interment at Fairview cemetery.

Lenox Time Table, Lenox, Iowa Thursday August 21, 1922