Liberty County, Montana



Obituaries and Death Notices

ADAMS, JAKE
Found Dead at his Ranch—Jake Adams, 26 years of age, living about 13 miles north of Chester, was found dead about 5:30 in the morning last Monday. Dr. Pastene was hurriedly sent for and after examination, pronounced death due to acute heart failure. Mr. Adams leaves a wife and child. His father came at once after being notified and took Mrs. Adams and her child, as well as the body of his son, back to the old home in New Rockford, ND, where interment will be made. Mr. Adams was well known and highly esteemed by all who knew him, and the sympathy of the entire community goes out to the bereaved family and relatives. [Chester Signal, 4-8-1915 - Sub. by Kathie Marynik]

AINLEY, infant
Death of Infant — The five-week-old baby boy of Mr. and Mrs. George Ainley died Thursday after an illness of only a few days and was buried Friday afternoon. Rev. Wellborn conducted the services. The parents have the sympathy of everyone in their loss. [Chester Signal, 8-4-1910 - Sub. by Kathie Marynik]

ALAIR, HILDA
[nee FULLER ZWEYBERG]
Mrs. John C. Alair—Mrs. Hilda Alair, wife of John C. Alair, passed away at her home in Chester on Sunday afternoon, February 15. Hilda Fuller was born in Helsingfors, Finland, on January 17, 1846. In 1876 she was united in marriage with Mr. J. A. Von Zweyberg and to this union one son was born, Gustave A. Zweyberg. When about 40 years of age, she came to this country to make her home, and on July 2, 1915, she was united in marriage with Mr. John C. Alair. Mrs. Alair was a member of the Methodist Church at Newport, Washington. She was always a very active Christian worker and took a very great interest in the children of this community. She attended Sunday school and church just as long as the weather would permit. On January 18 she sent her birthday offering to the Sunday school as she could not bring it herself. Mrs. Alair leaves to mourn her passing to the great beyond her son, Mr. Gustave A. Zweyberg, his wife and three children, her husband, and one sister, Amanda Fuller of Finland. [Chester Reporter, 2-19-1925 - Sub. by Kathie Marynik]

ALAIR, JOHN C.
Mr. John C. Alair was born at Dunville, Ontario, Canada, on February 19, 1840 and passed away in this city on Saturday, Sept. 18, 1926 at 2 o’clock PM. In 1860 he was united in marriage to Miss Sarah Farr and to this union was born four children: Edmond Alair of Miles City; Clark Alair of Pasadena, California; Walter Alair of St. Paul; and Mrs. Sara Sharp who departed this life three years ago. Mr. and Mrs. Alair moved from Canada to Minnesota and later went with their family to Pasadena, California. In 1907 Mrs. Alair died at this place and in 1909 Mr. Alair came to Montana to make his home. In 1914 he was united in marriage to Hilda Zweyberg, who departed this life February 17, 1925. Mr. Alair was a member of Christian Church but two years ago united with the Methodist Church of this city. He was a teacher in our Sunday school and a very faithful attendant at all services as long as his health permitted. The church extends the most sincere sympathy to the loved ones of his family. Services were held at the M. E. Church on Monday, Rev. Nellie Phillips officiating. Interment was made in the local cemetery. [Chester Reporter, 9-23-1926 - Sub. by Kathie Marynik]

ALBRIGHT, EDNA ADALENE
Died—Edna Adalene Albright, infant daughter of Mr. and Mrs. E. G. Albright, aged 4 months. “Another little lamb has gone to dwell with him who gave. Another little darling babe is sheltered in the grave. God needed one more angel child amidst His shining band, and so He bent with loving smile and clasped our darling’s hands.” [Chester Signal, 7-4-1912 - Sub. by Kathie Marynik]

ALBRIGHT, ADALENE nee MURPHY
Adalene Albright was born in Armington, Illinois, March 16, 1863; departed this life at her home in Chester, Montana, July 10, 1926. Deceased grew to womanhood at Armington, where she was married to Ernest S. Albright, who survives her. Two daughters were born to their union, one dying in infancy and the other at the age of nine years. One sister, Mrs. Minnette Keith of Chester, and one brother, John Murphy of Atlanta, Illinois, mourn her death. Twenty years ago Mrs. Albright, with her husband and daughter, came to Chester and has since resided in this community. The funeral service was held Tuesday, conducted by Rev. W. B. Nye of Lothair, and the remains were laid to rest in the local cemetery. [Chester Reporter, 7-15-1926 - Sub. by Kathie Marynik]

ALBRIGHT, ERNEST S.
E. S. Albright Passes Away—Ernest S. Albright, age 52 years, passed away at a Havre hospital on Sunday from paralysis after a protracted illness. Mr. Albright was an early settler in Chester and is well known along the high line. For the past few years he has been operating a pool hall here. The body was brought from Havre this morning for burial this afternoon. [Chester Reporter, 5-26-1927 - Sub. by Kathie Marynik]

ALBRIGHT, MADALINE
Death Desolates a Home—Many days the Angel of Death hovered around the bedside of Little Madaline Albright, the only child of Mr. and Mrs. Ernest S. Albright of this city and although everything was done to keep the soul within the small body, the Supreme Judge of the Universe had made his decision that another home should be desolate and early Thursday evening he rendered judgment and the spirit took its flight to the happier world far beyond. It was for the health of Madaline that the Albright’s came to this country several years ago, and the change of atmosphere worked wonders with her, and the fond parents had every reason to think that she would grow to womanhood. About two weeks ago, pneumonia developed and later on typhoid. It proved too much. Madaline was born May 16, 1903 in Illinois. The funeral was Sunday afternoon, Rev. William Pippy preaching the sermon, which was in Albright’s hall and attended by the Modern Woodmen and the Odd Fellows. The funeral was the largest every held in the city, and everyone sympathizes with the bereaved parents in their great loss. [Chester Signal, 4-27-1911 - Sub. by Kathie Marynik]

AMEZ-DROZ, CAROLINE
Mrs. Louis Amez-Droz died Tuesday night at her home at Whitlash after an illness of about two weeks. She leaves a husband, several children, the youngest but a few weeks old, and a brother and sister to mourn her loss. The family has the sympathy of the entire community in their bereavement. [Chester Signal, 3-12-1909 - Sub. by Kathie Marynik]

AMUNDSON, OTTO MAGNUS
Respected Pioneer Dies—Otto Magnus Amundson passed to the great beyond Sunday morning, December 9, at his home at Joplin, following a malady which during the past year so sapped his strength that death was inevitable. Mr. Amundson was born in Christiania, Norway, on August 11, 1860. He came to America in 1892 and located at Westby, Wisconsin, where he was united in marriage to Miss Carrie Holt on August 4, 1895. They, with the children, came to Joplin in 1910 and homesteaded 4 miles north of Joplin. In connection with his farming, for several years he also kept a meat market in Joplin. Beside the good and true wife and helpmate for the past 33 years, several children are left who mourn the loss of a reverend and kindly father. They are: Mrs. Walter Jensen of Proctor; Sigurd, who is clerk in the office of the treasurer of this county; Viola, who is employed in the Sherburne Mercantile Company at Browning; and Lief, who is at home. He was a member of the MWA and in good standing for the past 30 years. The lodge sent a beautiful floral piece. Funeral services were held in the Lutheran church at Joplin yesterday afternoon by Rev. O. S. Rygg, and interment was made in the Joplin Cemetery. We join with the many friends in extending our heartfelt sympathy to the bereaved family. [Chester Reporter, 12-13-1923 - Sub. by Kathie Marynik]

ANDERSON, ARTHUR R.
Son of Mr. and Mrs. Edward Anderson Is Dead—Arthur Anderson, son of Mr. and Mrs. Edward Anderson living north of here, died at Sacred Heart Hospital in Havre at 6 AM, Thursday. Mr. Anderson underwent a serious operation at 4 PM Wednesday. The Bettrey Broadcasting Station sent out the word at 7:30 in the evening that the young man was very low and not expected to live. This word was received by the father, the mother being at his bedside, and the distracted father was enabled to reach the bedside of his stricken son before death occurred. [Liberty Co. Farmer, 12-31-1926 - Sub. by Kathie Marynik]
Radio Summons Father to Son’s Deathbed
HAVRE, Jan. 1—Once more the service that Havre’s broadcasting station KFBB is rendering the people of this community and the surrounding territory has been demonstrated. Arthur Anderson, the young son of Mr. and Mrs. Ed Anderson of Alma, was dangerously ill at the Sacred Heart Hospital, and when doctors attending him saw there was no hope of recovery, they advised his mother, who was with the boy, to get word to his father at Alma as it was apparent that he would not live 24 hours longer. His father was on their farm at Alma, which is 20 miles north of Joplin, and there did not seem to be any way to acquaint him with the news in time to reach his son before he died. A messenger was dispatched to the Buttrey Broadcasting Station which was broadcasting the Wednesday evening program, and the message was sent over the air and heard by the boy’s father as he tuned in on this station that evening. He hurried to Havre and arrived in time to see his son before he passed away at 6 o’clock Thursday morning. While the father could do nothing to save the life of his boy, he was thankful that he was with him in his last hours. [Chester Reporter, 1-6-1927 - Sub. by Kathie Marynik]

ANDERSON, E. C.
E. C. Anderson, a farmer living near Joplin, drowned in the John Anderson reservoir near Joplin on Wednesday. Several of the near neighbors were picnicking there and after a hearty picnic lunch, Mr. Anderson took a dip in the water. He was seized with cramps or heart failure and after calling for help, sunk at once. No one present was able to render aid, and after several hours’ effort, the body was brought to the surface. [Chester Reporter, 7-6-1923 - Sub. by Kathie Marynik]

ANDERSON, Mrs., nee UPDAHL
Old friends and acquaintances of Mrs. Anderson (formerly Miss Updahl) will be saddened to hear that she passed away Sunday night, September 7. Her little boys have been sent to her folks in Dakota to be taken care of. [Liberty Co. Farmer, 9-19-1924 - Sub. by Kathie Marynik]

ANDERSON, NELS GEORGE
Nels George Anderson, son of Mr. and Mrs. John Anderson, was born in Jamtland, Sweden, March 25, 1899 and died July 9, 1913 at 11:00 o’clock PM. He came with his parents to America in 1903 and located at Troy, Idaho, from which place he moved in 1910 to the homestead two miles southwest of Joplin. The cause of his death was blood poisoning by erysipelas. His age at the time of his death was 14 years, 3 months, and 14 days. He leaves to mourn his loss his father and mother and four brothers, three of whom are younger than he, together with his grandfather and aunt who have made their home here since coming to Montana. Besides these immediate relatives, a host of friends among his schoolmates and acquaintances feel that they have lost an esteemed friend. The funeral services were held at the house July 11 at 2 PM, and the remains were laid to rest in the Joplin Cemetery, Rev. E. L. Brown conducting the services. [Joplin Times, 7-19-1913 - Sub. by Kathie Marynik]

ANDERSON, PETER T.
Pioneer Dies in Havre Hospital—Peter T. Anderson, father of A. B Anderson and one of the early-day homesteaders of the Joplin district, was taken to Havre Monday, having been ailing for some days, and passed away Tuesday morning at 8:30, aged 79 years and 8 months. Mr. and Mrs. George Kjer of Hilger, Montana, arrived in Joplin on Thursday AM to attend the funeral. Mrs. Kjer is a daughter of Mr. Anderson. Clifford Anderson, a grandson, also arrived Tuesday from Spokane, Washington. Mrs. A. B. Anderson, Mrs. Charles Anderson, and Miss Katherine Anderson were called to Havre. Funeral services will be held in Joplin this morning at 10 o’clock, and Mr. Anderson will be buried at the side of his wife in Chester. [Liberty County Farmer, 2-11-1927 - Sub. by Kathie Marynik]
In Memorium—Peter T. Anderson, born in Christiana, Norway, June 8, 1848; died at the Havre Deaconess Hospital, Feb. 8, 1927, at the age of 79 years and 8 months. Mr. and Mrs. A B. Anderson and daughter, Laura, were at his bedside when he passed away. On Sept. 14, 1869, he was united in marriage to Carrie Olson at Gillsville, Wisconsin. He leaves to mourn four children: L. O. Anderson of Ambrose, North Dakota; C K. Anderson of Havre, Montana; Mrs. George Kjer of Moulten, Montana; and A. B Anderson of Joplin, all of whom were present. Mr. Anderson was laid to rest in the Chester Cemetery by the side of his wife, who died seven years ago. [Liberty Co. Farmer, 2-18-1927 - Sub. by Kathie Marynik]

APPLEGATE, SAMUEL
He Tried to Stop a Runaway Team — A team of horses attached to a dead axe wagon became frightened and ran away from in front of the Chester Trading Company’s store. The hind wheels and box became detached and as the horses attached to the front part of the wagon were passing in the rear of Samuel Applegate’s residence in the southwestern part of town, he being at work there, jumped out in front of them and tried to stop them by main force. He was knocked down, his back broken, and the print of a horse shoe left on his chest. He was picked up right at his own back door, more dead than alive, and placed upon a bed. Doctor Melvin was called, who stated that his back was broken. The Presbyterian minister was also sent for and came. Mrs. Applegate had gone to the depot to meet her mother, Mrs. Mary Hummel, who was on No. 1 coming from Crawfordsville, Indiana. When she returned home, her husband was able to talk and exclaimed that she had just returned in time to see him die. The doctor administered morphine enough to allay the pain. Mr. Applegate was a kind and affectionate husband and father, and should he not survive, will leave a most devoted wife, the mother of his three little children. Thursday morning found him much improved. About noon Dr. McKenzie of Havre arrived and after diagnosing the case the best he could under the circumstances, suggested that the patient be sent to Great Falls where he could receive the best of medical and hospital treatment under trained nurses. Dr. Melvin, accompanied by Dr. McKenzie, left with the sufferer on Thursday evening’s train for the Falls. The physicians’ general opinion is, without the X-ray, that Mr. Applegate is suffering from a dislocation of the back, but to what extent is yet to be determined. The patient was feeling better when he left. [Chester Signal, 6-23-1910 - Sub. by Kathie Marynik]

Broken Back Causes Death – Samuel Applegate Dies after Suffering 18 Days with Back Broke — The death of Samuel Applegate, who was seriously injured while attempting to stop a runaway team on June 16, occurred at his home in this city on Tuesday morning. Mr. Applegate had suffered for 18 days, and death came as a decided relief to the injured man. It was on the afternoon of Thursday, June 16, when his family was at the depot to meet Mrs. Applegate’s mother that he ran out from behind his house and in so doing was right in front of the team that was too close to him for them to change their direction, and they knocked him for some feet. He was picked up at once and taken to the house where every attention was given him. Dr. Melvin was called and stated that every indication was that the man’s back was broken and that there was but little hope for his recovery. On Friday Mrs. Applegate took her husband to the Deaconess Hospital at Great Falls in the hopes that something could be done for his relief and recovery. The doctors there made a very close examination on Saturday forenoon and found that his back was broken in two places, and that there was nothing that could be done to save the man’s life. However, Mr. Applegate was kept at the hospital for about two weeks but apparently nothing could be done there that could not be done at the home and last Friday he was brought back to Chester and taken care of at the family home. Mr. Applegate and family came here this spring from Washington and expected to make their home here. The bereaved family consists of Mrs. Applegate, one son, and three girls, the son being the oldest of the children. Mrs. Applegate and the children leave today for their old-time home in Indiana where the burial will be made at Cicero where Mr. Applegate was raised, and the family will make their future home at Marian, Indiana, which is near to Cicero. [Chester Signal, 7-7-1910 - Sub. by Kathie Marynik]

AXNESS, BERT and AXNESS, GUNHILD “Hilda” [nee MORKRID]
Bert Axness and Wife Perish in Burning Home
Stark tragedy visited the farm home of Mr. and Mrs. Bert Axness early Tuesday morning when an explosion in the kitchen stove set Mr. Axness’ clothing on fire, caused Mrs. Axness to try to help him, both perishing from the flames, and left 7 children ranging in age from a 24-hour-old baby to a girl 8 years of age as orphans. According to reports, Mr. Axness, whose home is 10 miles southwest of town, arose at daylight and, as was his usual custom, started building the kitchen fire, using distillate in doing so. An explosion followed and he rushed, a living torch, from the kitchen to the dining room and thence into the bedroom, shouting that the house was on fire and to save themselves. In the bedroom on the lower floor were Mrs. Axness and her day-old baby girl, her 65-year-old mother, Mrs. C. I. Morkrid, and four of the children. In an upstairs room were two children who slept with their father. Mr. Axness turned back into the dining room while Mrs. Axness arose from her bed and followed him in an attempt to help her husband. Her mother implored that she not go into the room, but the bidding was in vain. It is thought that Mrs. Axness fainted when she beheld her husband and both perished. The terribly burned bodies, lying about five feet apart, were found in the cellar about four hours after the accident by Sheriff J. H. Morgan, Justice A. A. Pond, J. B. Bay, and C. C. Walden. The lower bedroom was a small room with one window, and there was but one outside door in the house, which was in the kitchen. The upper part of the bedroom window was down and a heavy screen was nailed to the outside. Tearing out the windows and ripping off the screen, Mrs. Morkrid placed three of the children in safety, meanwhile talking to the panicky children upstairs. After getting the first ones to safety, she instructed the seven-year-old boy to throw some bedding out of the upper window, then to hold his five-year-old sister by the hands and drop her on the ground. He was then told to jump to safety. The baby girl, being so new an addition to the family, escaped Mrs. Morkrid’s notice until after all the other children were safe. She then returned to the smoke-filled bedroom and carried the little one out. Smoke and heat were so intense in the dining room that she could do nothing. She dispatched the boy to her own home to call the men, and she ran one half mile to the home of Mr. and Mrs. C. C. Kolstad. By the time they returned, there was no chance to rescue the bodies nor to save anything from the home. The children had but the clothes in which they were sleeping, but kind neighbors soon assisted in fitting them up for the morning. Neighbors and many of the women of Chester were busy on their sewing machines yesterday, sewing clothes for the children. Due only to the heroic efforts and complete presence of mind of Mrs. Morkrid were the children saved, and too much credit cannot be given the grandmother in saving the little ones from the flames. The bodies were so badly burned that they will both be placed in the same casket, and funeral services will be held at the M. E. Church today at 2:30 PM, Reverent Rygg of Joplin officiating. Gunhild Morkrid, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. C. I. Morkrid was born at Sogn, Norway, on October 11, 1890 and made her home with her parents until October 1916 when she was married to Mr. Axness at Great Falls. Mr. Axness was also a native of Norway, having been born near Bergen on December 24, 1890. He came to America in 1911 and settled on a homestead near Dutton. In 1916 he sold the homestead, and after his marriage the couple purchased the farm on which they died. To this union were born 7 children: Alice, age 8; Carl, 7; Mildred, 5; Allen, 4; Olive, 3; Bernice; 18 months, and the day-old baby. Mr. and Mrs. Axness were highly respected people, hardworking and generous, and the manner of their passing was a great shock to the entire countryside. The sympathy of the community goes out to the parents, brothers, and sisters of the deceased, and especially to the little children who in a fateful few moments were left fatherless and motherless. [Chester Reporter, 9-17-1925 - Sub. by Kathie Marynik]

AXNESS, CARL OSCAR
Carl Axness Passes Away—Carl Oscar Axness, son of Mr. and Mrs. Bert Axness, passed away at the C. J. Morkrid home at 4:00 AM this morning from valvular lesion of the heart. Sometime ago he suffered an attack of the flu, and as an aftereffect, rheumatism set in. This affected the heart, and although he was given every attention, nothing could be done to help him. He had been up and around most of the time, and death came without any preceding pain. Carl was born Sept. 21, 1918 and soon would have been seven and one-half years of age. Funeral services will be held at the M. E. Church in Chester, and Rev. O. S. Rygg will officiate. Interment will be made in the local cemetery. [Chester Reporter, 4-15-1926- Sub. by Kathie Marynik]

BACHANT, JOSEPH A.
Sleeping Sickness Cause of Death of J. A. Bachant
BOULDER, Feb. 27—J. A. Bachant, resident of Joplin, died at the Boulder Spring Hotel on Monday night of the sleeping sickness caused by pneumonia. He had been ill since last July and came to the springs early in November, hoping that the change might benefit him but was soon unable to leave his bed. Mr. Bachant was a prominent businessman in Joplin, owning the Park Hotel there. He was 49 years of age. He was born in Montreal, Canada, and came to this country when 10 years of age. He leaves the widow and five brothers, Peter Bachant of Santa Ana, California; John Bachant of Salem, Oregon; Ralph and Louis Bachant of Great Falls; and Paul Bachant of Spokane, Washington. Funeral services were held from St. Catherine’s Catholic Church at Boulder, the Rev. James Franchi officiating. [Liberty Co. Farmer, 3-6-1925- Sub. by Kathie Marynik]

BAKER, [Infant]
Born to Mr. and Mrs. Walter S. Baker on Saturday, Nov. 30, a baby boy. The little one lived but a few hours. Mrs. Baker is doing nicely. [Chester Democrat, 12-6-1918 - Sub. by Kathie Marynik]

BANNISTER, ELIZA
Mrs. Bannister Answers Maker’s Call—Death has again invaded a Chester home, this time claiming the soul of Mrs. Bannister, wife of William Bannister of Second Street, at one o’clock yesterday morning. Mrs. Bannister had been ill with typhoid fever for several weeks past, and for some days it was known that she could not recover. She was born in Toronto, Canada, almost 43 years ago and was married to Mr. Bannister about 23 years since. The family came here from Great Falls about one year ago and consisted of the husband, wife, and two daughters; Mrs. Walter Hunnewell and Miss Emily, who survive. The body was embalmed and taken to Great Falls for burial. The family has the deepest sympathy of all who knew them in their hour of affliction. [Chester Signal, 10-20-1910 - Sub. by Kathie Marynik]

BARTLETT, CHESTER ERNEST
Ernest Bartlett Instantly Killed by Lightning—During the terrific electrical storm which passed over this section last Friday late in the afternoon, considerable damage was done along its wake. At Prescott’s, Chester Ernest Bartlett was struck and instantly killed by lightning. As near as we can get the facts, he was in the barn doing some work at the time the storm struck as no hole could be found in the roof of the barn or sides. While marked on the face, there were no indications that he had been struck in the head, but his chest was badly burned and down both legs the course of the streak was plainly visible and it left his body through his heel, leaving a large hole. In a very short time word reached this city, and his body was taken in charge by George Ainley and Charles Weagant of the John M. Kay undertaking establishment and brought to Chester where he was properly embalmed. Later the body was taken by his father to Berglin, Michigan, for interment. The accident occurred at 5:45 Friday evening. Mr. Bartlett was well known and esteemed by all his friends, and his untimely death was a great shock to his many relatives and friends. The bereaved relatives have the sympathy of the entire community. [Chester Signal, 7-2-1915 - Sub. by Kathie Marynik]

BARTLETT, GEORGE W.
George W. Bartlett, residing north of Chester, passed away Saturday morning, June 5, after a long illness. He was taken to Jackson, Michigan, Monday morning for burial. His wife, Mrs. Bartlett, accompanied the remains. His family has the sympathy of the entire community. [Chester Reporter, 6-11-1920 - Sub. by Kathie Marynik]

BEEBE, OLIVER
Oliver Beebe Dead—Mr. Oliver Beebe, a much respected resident of this community and a brother of Rev. J. R. Beebe, died at the hospital in Havre last Wednesday after a long illness. Mr. Beebe had been a great sufferer for more than a year and about four weeks ago went to Havre in hopes of finding relief, but his condition was too complicated to be reached by medical aid. He was a man that had made many friends during his stay in Montana and will be greatly missed by all who had become acquainted with him. The funeral was held on Saturday at Lothair, and interment made in the Lothair Cemetery. [Chester Signal, 10-22-1914 - Sub. by Kathie Marynik]

BECKLEY, HAROLD H.
Harold Beckley Dies Friday of Meningitis
HAVRE, July 14—Harold Beckley, age 19, of Chester, died at 11 o’clock Friday night of cerebral spinal meningitis, or of the epidemic meningitis. He had been ill 24 hours when he died and had seemed tin good health before his illness. Beckley was brought to Havre Friday afternoon on train No. 4 and was taken to a hospital for treatment. [Liberty Co. Farmer, 7-20-1928 - Sub. by Kathie Marynik]

BENGSTON, EDITH ELIZABETH
Obituary—Edith Elizabeth Bengston, daughter of Rev. and Mrs. Benston, was born Oct. 24, 1902 at Wilcox, Pa. She died at home Feb. 12, 1916 at the age of 13 years, 3 months and 18 days. Her death came quite unexpected, though she had been ill more or less for two years. Funeral services were held Feb. 16 at home where relatives and sympathizing friends and neighbors had gathered. Rev. Bengston first spoke some in the Swedish language, expressing his hope even in the midst of sorrow and also thanking the sympathizing friends. Rev. L. J. R. Larson then conducted the rest of the services. He spoke in English in connection with the word of Jesus, “The damsel is not dead, but sleepeth.” She was then taken to the Joplin Cemetery where interment was made. Peace be with her. [Joplin Times, 2-17-1916 - Sub. by Kathie Marynik]

BERGER, HENRY
Dutch Henry Dead—Henry Berger, familiarly known as “Dutch Henry,” an old timer in northern Montana, crossed the great divide early last Friday morning at his ranch on the lower Marias. Henry had been a hard worker, and the work and worry connected with taking care of a large bunch of cattle with little or no hay in sight proved too much for him. He has lived alone for a number of years and owned considerable property at the time of his death. He leaves one daughter, Mrs. Anna Bearhead of Browning, who was here to attend the funeral. The body was prepared for burial by Undertaker Holland, and interment made in the Chester Cemetery last Monday. [Chester Signal, 3-9-1911 - Sub. by Kathie Marynik]

BERGERUD, MARTIN
One Man Killed and Five Hurt When Auto Jumps a 14-Foot Cut Bank – The Entire Party Unconscious for More Than Two Hours
A very sad accident occurred last Saturday night when an auto plunged over an embankment, and one man was killed almost instantly and five others injured more or less. A party of six, consisting of Ira Burns, O. P. Hanson, Pete and Julius Carlstad, and Martin Bergerud were taking a spin in Mr. Burns’ car about 14 miles south of town, visiting friends, when it was suggested that a drive to a school house in the neighborhood be made where a dance was held. The suggestion materialized, and the party with Mr. Bergerud at the wheel who was the only one that knew the road, sped to their destination. A faint road was followed which grew fainter as they advanced, when suddenly they dropped over an embankment, throwing five of the occupants out of the auto, Mr. Bergerud remaining at the wheel. The five who were thrown out became unconscious for at least two hours. Pete Carlstad was the first who came to, and upon examining his companions, found Bergerud in a dying condition. Help was secured at a neighboring house, but before returning, Mr. Bergerud had expired. Later examination showed that his neck and jaw had been broken and his abdomen crushed, evidently the sudden shock of impact as the car dropped broke his neck as well as crushed his chest against the steering wheel. The bank was 12 or 14 feet over which the car dropped, and a raise of perhaps 3 feet on the other side stopped the further progress of the car. The other five occupants, though bruised considerably, are again able to be about. The deceased was 29 years old and is survived by a wife and baby who will, together with Clarence Johnson, a brother of Mrs. Bergerud who arrived from Minot last Monday, accompany the remains to Fergus Falls, Minnesota, for burial, the former home of the deceased. Mr. Bergerud was one of the most popular and best-known citizens of Joplin, and his death came as a terrible shock to the many friends of the family. Undertaken A. H. Layton prepared the remains for shipment which were shipped on No. 4 last Tuesday. The bereaved wife has the heartfelt sympathy of the entire community in her sad affliction. [Joplin Times, 5-18-1916 - Sub. by Kathie Marynik]

BERGLIN, JOHN O. | SHELDON, RALPH M. | ABRAM, HERMAN
John O. Berglin Killed in Automobile Accident near St. Paul Sunday – Chester Banker Victim of Auto Plunge Over Ten-Foot Embankment Near Twin Cities. Ralph M. Sheldon, Well-Known Here, Is Killed Instantly. Third Man Dies Watching Wreck.
John Berglin, Chester banker and former member of the Montana legislature, was killed in an automobile accident near St. Paul on Sunday morning, according to information received in Havre. Only meager details of the accident were secured. According to these, Berglin, in company with Ralph M. Sheldon, was driving from Owatonna, Minn., to Minneapolis. When about three miles from St. Paul, something happened to the steering gear and the car went over a ten-foot embankment, instantly killing Sheldon and pinning Berglin under the car. Herman Abram, a farmer working in the field nearby, went to the assistance of Berglin and tried to lift the car off his body, failing in his efforts. While watching the wreck, he died from heart failure. The car caught fire and Berglin was so badly burned, he died later in a St. Paul hospital. John O. Berglin was born in Sweden on January 29, 1880 and was 44 years old. He came to America with his parents when 12 years old. He attended the public schools at Mora, Minn., and later moved with his parents to Grasston, Minn. He was the oldest of six children—John, Axel, Martin, George, Anna, and Vernon. The four brothers, his sister, parents, and his wife (formerly Miss Bird Larson) survive him. He worked in a general merchandise store and then in a bank at Mora for Sheldon Bros. Giving up banking, he went to work for the F. A. Patrick Co. of Duluth. He returned to work for Sheldon Bros. and was employed in banks at Bemidji and International Falls before coming west. Berglin came to Montana in 1910 in the employ of Sheldon Bros. as cashier of the Chouteau County State Bank, and then the Chester State Bank, later the First National Bank of Chester where he successfully filled the position of cashier, vice president, and president. Following the suspension of this bank in July 1923, he entered the employ of the Federal Reserve Bank of Minneapolis in this territory. Berglin was a public-spirited citizen, intensely interested in the development of northern Montana and with a firm faith in its future prosperity. He served as a member of the school board at Chester and its chairman for many years. In 1920 he was chosen a member of the state legislature for Liberty County, serving for two years. He left home last week on a business trip to Minneapolis. The funeral will be held at Forest Lake, Minnesota, on Thursday afternoon at 1:00 o’clock. [Chester Reporter, 5-29-1924 - Sub. by Kathie Marynik]

BLAIR, BERT B.
Son of Fred C. Blair Crushed by Steam Engine—Bert B. Blair, 21-year-old son of Mr. and Mrs. Fred C. Blair, whose ranch home is 16 miles north of Lothair, was fatally injured at about three o’clock Monday afternoon when one of the drive wheels of an immense 32-60 steam engine rolled backward upon his left leg at the groin. The wheel caused the muscle to be torn from the bone and seriously injured the intestines on the left side of the body. While Mr. Blair was in town Tuesday, he stated to the editor that a backfire from the firebox caused a fire to start in the stubble and that unknown to him, his son Bert and Fred Wegner got underneath the tractor to put the fire out. When the warning was shouted to Mr. Blair, who is engineer, he threw the engine into reverse and only when he looked downward did he know that someone was under the wheel. He immediately pulled ahead and jumping from the engine, went to his son who stated that he did not think he was badly hurt as he was able to crawl away from the engine. The boy was immediately brought to Chester where several stitches were taken to the leg, and the patient felt that he would be able to be around in a short time. There was no outward indication of internal injuries, but along toward morning, examination revealed that the bowels were fatally injured. He expired at 7:15 Tuesday morning. Had it not been for the quick action of Jim Kinyon, Mr. Wegner would also have been caught. He was pulled out in the nick of time, the wheel tearing his jacket at the shoulder. Bert Blair was born at Kalispell, Montana, on December 28, 1903, and moved with his parents to the large irrigated ranch north of Lothair in 1917. He was especially well liked by all who knew him, and his untimely death cut short the life of a very promising young man. The accident was a terrible shock to Mr. Blair, and his death is intensely felt by the grief-stricken family and friends. Funeral services were held in the M. E. Church yesterday at 1:30 o’clock, Rev. W. B. Cowgill of Lothair officiating. The body was shipped to Kalispell where it will find its final resting place in the family plot. We join with the many friends and neighbors of this good family in extending to them heartfelt sympathy in their time of grief. [Chester Reporter, 9-17-1925]

Obituary—Bert B. Blair was born at Kalispell, Flathead County, Montana, the 28th day of December 1903 and died at Chester, Liberty County, Montana, the 15th day of September, 1925 at the age of 21 years, 8 months, and 17 days. He resided one mile north of Kalispell until 1917 when he moved with the family to their present home 16 miles north of Lothair, in which vicinity this fatal accident occurred. He leaves to mourn his untimely demise a kind father and loving mother, Mr. and Mrs. Fred C. Flair; two brothers, Harvey Blair and Jesse Blair of Lothair; five sisters, the Messes Myrtle, Bertha, Beatrice and Ellen Blair of Lothair and Mrs. Libby Ruhl of Kalispell; besides the uncles, aunts, and cousins residing at Kalispell and numerous friends in this community. Bert was a good boy, a true friend, and a most beloved son and brother. [Liberty Co. Farmer, 9-18-1925 - Sub. by Kathie Marynik]

BLANCHARD, HOMER J.
Homer Blanchard Dead – Passes Very Suddenly
The community was shocked when the news passed Monday morning that Homer Blanchard had crossed the great divide at 3 AM of that day. He had not been in robust health for several weeks, but his sudden passing was entirely unexpected by his family and friends. Homer was a loyal friend and good neighbor, and his cheery greeting will be sadly missed while his untimely taking off will cut a wide swath in the social and business circles of the town. The funeral was held Wednesday, the spacious Catholic Church being much too small to hold the large assemblage of friends who gathered to pay their last respects to the deceased. Rev. Father Maloney of Havre officiated at the beautiful and impressive burial service of the church. The remains were laid to rest in the Catholic Cemetery. Homer Blanchard was born at Albert Lea, Minnesota, in 1880 and moved with his parents to Idaho in 1883. He was an expert machinist and horse-shoer and enjoyed a big patronage up to the time of his demise. He is survived by his wife and three children, a brother, and two sisters, E. J. Blanchard of Chester, Mrs. N. D. Wernette of Couer d’ Alene, and Mrs. J. A. McDonald of Seattle. The relatives from abroad who were present at the funeral were Mrs. Blanchard’s mother, Mrs, Brigger; and sister, Mrs. George Pinger of Spokane; and Mr. and Mrs. N. D. Wernette. [Chester Democrat, 10-12-1917 - Sub. by Kathie Marynik]

BLOWERS, ALFRED A.
Strychnine Poisoning—An autopsy held by Drs. Ewart and Melvin on the remains of A. A. Blowers, which were brought in from his ranch near Alma where he had expired suddenly on Sunday last, established the fact that deceased came to his death from the effects of strychnine poisoning. Coroner James Holland, Jr. was summoned, who empanelled a jury comprising Frank Baker, foreman, and Messrs. Denison, Winter, Moore, Johnson, and Zeran, which was called for Wednesday afternoon at 1 o’clock. Deputy County Attorney Lamey was present and conducted the examination of witnesses. Some of the testimony seemed to some extent to incriminate the wife of the deceased; however, the jury deemed it of insufficient force to warrant holding Mrs. Blowers and brought in a verdict to the effect that “Deceased came to his death by means of strychnine poisoning, administered in some manner unknown to the jury.” [Chester Democrat, 7-27-1917 - Sub. by Kathie Marynik]

BOLMA, CLARA
Young Girl Passes Away—Clara Bolma, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. E. Bolma, died Saturday, May 29, at her parents’ home north of Lothair. She suffered from an attack of influenza last winter and never fully recovered, and later developed into an attack of quincy, which caused her death. Apparently she seemed to recover, but on Friday evening she was taken suddenly ill and at six o’clock Saturday morning, she passed away at the age of 14 years and 10 months. She leaves to mourn her loss father and mother, three brothers, and two sisters. Funeral services were held Tuesday at the Blair School House, Rev. Bensen officiating. [Chester Reporter, 6-4-1920 - Sub. by Kathie Marynik]

BOVAR, FLOYD
Death of Small Boy—Floyd, the four-year-old son of Mr. and Mrs. J. M. Bovar of this city, passed to the great beyond Monday evening after a very brief illness. The little man was born in Park River, North Dakota, May 7, 1910 and came to this vicinity when quite a baby. He was a most lovable little fellow, and it is said he was always anxious to divide anything in his possession with his playmates and his sunny spirit will be missed by them, and the loss in the family can never be filled. The small body was laid to rest in the local cemetery Tuesday afternoon after a very appropriate sermon by the Rev. E. L. Brown of the Presbyterian Church. The Signal extends its heartfelt sympathy to the bereaved family and may God comfort them. [Chester Signal, 7-30-1914 - Sub. by Kathie Marynik]

BRINKMAN, HENRY
Henry Brinkman Shot and Killed—Tom Helehan brought word to Chester Tuesday afternoon that Mark Cockrill, one of the old timers of this country, had shot and killed Henry Brinkman, equally well known and also an old-time resident of northern Montana. The difficulty seems to have been over school affairs and has been standing for several years. The principals met at the Marias post office when, so report says, Cockrill called Brinkman outside and informed him that they would have it out. It appears from the report that Brinkman got Cockrill down and was beating him up when Cockrill drew his gun and commenced shooting. The first two shots struck Brinkman in the abdomen, and the third bullet went through the stomach killing him almost instantly. Cockrill came to Chester at once and wired Sheriff Bickle that he would go to the county seat and give himself up, and then left on the evening train for that place. The body of the murdered man was brought to Chester yesterday and placed in Chapman’s Hall where the Coroner is holding an inquest this afternoon. The Brinkman family appears to have an unusually sad epoch in its history, as it is but a few months since a sister died and just a few days ago the aged mother was buried. Mr. Brinkman was in the best years of his life and leaves a wife, father, two brothers, and a sister to mourn his early death. The funeral will be held at Fort Benton. [Chester Signal, 2-24-1910 - Sub. by Kathie Marynik]

BROCHST, JOHN
John Brochst, age 55 years, an old timer of Chester and vicinity, died Monday morning at the Chester Hotel after a two-week illness of influenza and pneumonia. The funeral was held Wednesday afternoon at the Kay and Ainley undertaking parlor, the services being conducted by Rev. L. J. Christler of Havre. Interment was made in the Chester Cemetery. [Chester Democrat, 12-13-1918 - Sub. by Kathie Marynik]

BRUNSDALE, GRACE
Death of Young Lady—Miss Grace Brunsdale, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Ole Brunsdale, passed to the great beyond late Tuesday night after a long illness with lung trouble. The young lady had many friends, although it was impossible for her to take part in their daily life, who will deeply regret her early death. Interment was made this afternoon in the Chester Cemetery. [Chester Signal, 8-14-1913 - Sub. by Kathie Marynik]

BULGER, FRANK
Frank Bulger died last Thursday after being ill for some time with a relapse of typhoid fever and was laid to rest Saturday afternoon in the new cemetery. The Woodmen had charge of the funeral. [Joplin Times, 1-27-1912 - Sub. by Kathie Marynik]

BURKE, ERNESTINE
Mrs. Ernestine Burke, wife of John Burke, passed away at their home 14 miles southeast of Chester on Tuesday morning, September 24, at the age of 63 years. Death resulted from heart failure. Mr. and Mrs. Burke came here in the spring of 1914 and have lived on a homestead since coming. Mrs. Burke was a kind and loving woman and well liked by everyone who knew her, always ready with a willing hand to help her neighbors when needed. Mrs. Burke was a great Red Cross worker, she having knitted 14 pair of socks and one sweater since July 13. The funeral was held at the Methodist Church at Chester on Saturday, and interment made in the local cemetery. J. M. Kay prepared the remains for burial. Mrs. Burke leaves to mourn her death her husband, John Burke, and three daughters, Miss Flo Mueller and Mrs. E. H. Taylor of Minneapolis, and Mrs. John Newton of Seattle. The Democrat joins with the friends and neighbors in extending sympathy to the bereaved relatives. [Chester Democrat, 10-4-1918 - Sub. by Kathie Marynik]

CADY, FLOYD WILFORD
Floyd Wilford Cady, son of Howard Cady from near Alma, died in Chester on Sunday, a victim of pneumonia. He was brought here Friday night after he had been suffering for several days. Floyd Cady was born in Fergus, North Dakota, on August 28, 1905 but spent the greater part of his life in north Montana. He is survived by his father Howard Cady, as well as a sister and several brothers. [Chester Reporter, 11-18-1926 - Sub. by Kathie Marynik]

CALIN, HEDING
Mrs. Frank Calin Dead—The community was saddened by the death of Mrs. Frank Calin which occurred sometime Friday last at the Calin farm near Alma. Her death was first discovered by Mr. and Mrs. Ben Poppler who went over to the Calin farm as they had not seen any signs of stir about the place all Saturday morning. Mr. Calin, who was attending court at Chester, was hastily summoned, and the remains were brought to Joplin. The funeral will be held in this city next Sunday. Mr. and Mrs. Calin were pioneers in the settlement of this section of Montana, and the sympathy of everyone is extended to Mr. Calin in his sad bereavement. [Liberty Co. Farmer, 12-26-1924 - Sub. by Kathie Marynik]

CAMPEAU, B.
Dr. Campeau—Dr. Campeau was born in 1849 at Vandernil, Canada. His father was a successful farmer of that country, and of the five children, the two daughters were nuns and two of the three boys doctors. Dr. Campeau studied medicine at Rigand College, and his record as a student has never been surpassed. He was also a graduate of Victoria Medical College of Montreal and was always a profound student. After graduating, he practiced medicine in the frontier towns of Canada until he came to Montana several years ago. He was a resident of Joplin two years and had a host of warm friends. He was a kind-hearted man at all times, and the community will feel his loss in many ways. The deceased leaves a wife and four children, two sons and two daughters, to mourn his loss. [Joplin Times, 1-2-1915 - Sub. by Kathie Marynik]

CLARK, VIOLA E.
Mrs. M. H. Clark died at her home in Chester last Saturday morning, and her remains taken east for burial. She had been a sufferer for years, and death was not unexpected. She leaves a husband and a young daughter. [Chester Democrat, 5-26-1916 - Sub. by Kathie Marynik]

CLINK, MARY C [nee SMITH]
In Memorium—Mary C. Smith was born April 3, 1850, in Vernon County, Wisconsin, and died June 10, 1927, at Alma, Montana, at the age of 77 years, 2 months and 7 days. She moved with her parents to Shellrock, Minnesota, at the age of 16 years and was married to Henry N. Clink on Feb. 8, 1874. To this union three children were born: Elwin L. Clink and Mrs. Versa I. Geesey, both of Alma, and one daughter that died in infancy. She joined the United Brethren Church in 1886 and always gave her assistance to the cause she openly professed. In 1910 she became a member of the Eastern Star Lodge of Albert Lea, Minnesota. In 1912 she moved with her husband to Montana where she resided at the time of her death with her daughter. She is survived by two children, eight grandchildren, one great-grandchild, three sisters – Mrs. Alice Austin of Rudyard, Montana; Mrs. Edith Broadway of Blaine, Washington; and Mrs. Lenora Bohall of California. Mrs. Versa Geesey and Mr. Elwin Clink accompanied the remains to Glenville, Minnesota, for burial in Greenwood Cemetery beside her husband, who preceded her two and one half years ago. [Liberty Co. Farmer, 6-17-1927 - Sub. by Kathie Marynik]

CONWAY, CLARENCE
Word reached Chester on Wednesday, telling of the death of Clarence Conway who was killed in a railroad accident in France on December 5. Mr. Conway lives near Hill. He was in the aerial squadron. [Chester Democrat, 1-10-1919 - Sub. by Kathie Marynik]

COX, SARAH (nee SMITH)
Mrs. J. S. Cox Dead – The Grim Reaper Cuts Short her Life after Giving Birth to a New Life
Probably the saddest thing an editor is called upon to chronicle in his weekly budget of local happenings is the sudden taking away of a respected citizen, and when the person called by the Almighty is a mother in the prime of life, the duty is extremely sad. As recorded in these columns last week, the household of James S. Cox was made glad on the nation’s birthday by the advent of a big, bright boy. The coming of the little fellow was the sounding of the Death Angel’s trumpet for the woman that had given him birth and had so patiently awaited his coming. Several days after the child was born, Mrs. Cox began to weaken and blood poisoning rapidly developed, and although two of the best physicians of northern Montana were called, it was of no avail. After four days of intense suffering, her spirit took flight at about 3 o’clock Saturday afternoon. Sarah Smith Cox was born in Dent County, Missouri, on the 15th day of September 1872, being at the time of her death a little less than 37 years of age. She had been a resident of Montana about 12 years and of this vicinity about 7 years. Besides her husband, the deceased leaves two young daughters and the infant son, her aged mother, and several brothers and sisters and a host of friends to mourn her loss. Mrs. Cox was an industrious woman, a kind and loving mother, and her loss will be a most severe blow to those who were so dear to her. The remains were interred in the new graveyard east of town, Saturday afternoon. A large number of relatives and friends followed the body to the grave. Rev. F. W. Pool of Havre conducted the funeral services. The stricken family has the utmost sympathy of the entire community in their bereavement. [Chester Signal, 7-15-1909 - Sub. by Kathie Marynik]

CRAGO, THOMAS
Papa Tom Crago Dies in the Havre Hospital—Thomas Crago, more familiarly known as “Papa Tom,” passed away at the hospital in Havre at 4 PM Friday, October 26, at the age of 62 years. The cause of his death was stomach trouble from which he was a sufferer for many years. About three months ago, he was taken down to his bed and about a week later was removed to the hospital at Havre where he lingered between life and death until last Friday when he succumbed to the inevitable. Thomas Crago came to Joplin some seven years ago from Kenmare, North Dakota, and engaged in the saloon business, which line of endeavor he followed up until the time of his death. He was a liberal, whole-souled and patriotic citizen, always contributing liberally towards all public utilities. He took an active part in politics, holding the position of democratic national committeeman for this district in Montana. Deceased leaves a family of six sons and three daughters. His son William remained at his bedside until a week ago when he was summoned to his home in the east. Two daughters, Mrs. W. J. Mulvey and Miss Marie Crago of Youngstown, Ohio, arrived here Tuesday night to make arrangements for the funeral which took place Wednesday afternoon and the body interred in its last resting place in the Joplin Cemetery. Thomas Crago was born in Durham, England, in 1855, coming to America 38 years ago, settling in Pennsylvania where he married. After the death of his wife some years ago, he came west, migrating from one point to another, finally settling in Joplin where he remained until his death. He was a member of the Fraternal Order of Eagles at the time of his death. [Joplin Times, 11-1-1917 - Sub. by Kathie Marynik]

CRAMER, DORIS LORAINE
Doris Loraine Cramer was born November 18, 1928 and died Saturday, December 14, 1928. The baby was apparently all right about 5:30 in the morning when Mrs. Cramer was up and was found dead at 8 o’clock. It is thought that she died from convulsions. The funeral was held from the Lutheran Church on Monday morning at 11 o’clock. Rev. Engh preached the sermon. [Liberty Co. Farmer, 12-21-1928- Sub. by Kathie Marynik]

CRAWFORD, TILLY
Mrs. Crawford Passes—Mrs. Robert Crawford passed away Monday, December 3. She has been ill for several months but apparently better at this time, so it came as a great shock to the family as well as her many friends. The funeral was delayed awaiting the arrival of Miss Agnes Crawford, her daughter, and other relatives from the east who arrived Thursday morning. The funeral services were held at the country home east of this city. Interment was held in the Chester Cemetery. [Chester Democrat, 12-8-1916 - Sub. by Kathie Marynik]

CROWELL, LEE R.
Prominent Businessman Passes to Great Beyond—Thinking to better his health by going to a warmer climate, Lee R. Crowell left here about two weeks ago for Seal Beach, California. On arriving at San Francisco, it seems that he became seriously ill while in his hotel and was removed to the hospital by the Masonic Board of Relief. The best of attention was given him but to no avail, and he passed over on Friday, December 6. The remains were shipped to Chester, arriving here on No. 2 on Wednesday morning, and funeral services were held in the afternoon at the Methodist Church, Rev. L. J. Christler of Havre officiating. After the church service, the Masonic fraternity, of which he was a member, conducted the service at the grave, laying the body to rest with Masonic honors. Members of the fraternity acted as pallbearers: Messrs. Carruth, Broderick, Hulfish, Sherry, and Freeland of Havre, and Berglin of Chester. Mr. Crowell was one of the leading businessmen of Chester and leaves a large host of business acquaintances and close friends. He leaves to mourn his loss a wife and two children, a brother, and the father, mother, and sister who live at Seal Beach, California. The Democrat joins with the community in extending sympathy to the bereaved family. [Chester Democrat, 12-13-1918 - Sub. by Kathie Marynik]

CROWELL, MARY EILEEN
Another Wee Spirit Takes its Flight—The grim reaper, Death, has again invaded the ranks of Chester childhood, and this time the wee spirit of Mary Eileen Crowell, the four-year-old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Lee Crowell went to join the great multitude in the beyond Thursday evening, August 6. The little girl was taken ill several weeks ago, and in order to give her the best of care she was taken to the hospital at Hingham where everything in human power was done to bring back health and happiness, but to no avail. The extremely hot weather and the weakened body could not withstand the strain. The body was brought to Chester Saturday morning and the funeral held Sunday afternoon from the Catholic Church. The services were conducted by Rev. Father Sansone with interment being made in the Chester Cemetery. The sympathy of everyone is extended to the parents in their sad loss. [Chester Signal, 8-13-1914 - Sub. by Kathie Marynik]

DENISON, ELMER W.
Death of E. W. Denison—The community was shocked and saddened last Wednesday when the news spread that a telegram had been received telling of the untimely death of Elmer Denison at Rochester, Minnesota. Mr. Denison had been in poor health for some time, and on the 8th of this month he left for the hospital at Rochester where Mrs. Denison was to join him if it was found that an operation was necessary. Last Monday he wrote that he had had an X-ray examination, but he was so weak they were to complete the examination next day and to know if it was necessary to operate. But the next word was the sad news of his death which occurred at a Rochester hotel Monday evening at 9:30. His mother, Mrs. Emma Conkling, and Mrs. Denison with children left at once for Minneapolis, the former home of the Denisons, where it is expected the funeral will be held from the Congregational Church of which Mr. and Mrs. Denison are members. The funeral [2 illegible lines - Sub. by Kathie Marynik] In the passing away of Mr. Denison, Chester loses one of her most valuable citizens and a man who was honored and respected by all who knew him, and those who knew him best were those who respected him most. He was born in Iowa 39 years ago and moved from there west, living in North Dakota and Minnesota. He was married in 1909 to Miss Mamie Viets of Minneapolis. To this union two children were born, Caroline, age 5, and Wadsworth, age 3. In the spring of 1910, they moved to Chester where Mr. Denison became cashier of the Chester State Bank. He resigned to become cashier of the First State Bank. He opened a loan and land business three years ago. At the time of his death, he was First Vice President of the Joplin State Bank. Deceased is survived by his mother, Mrs. Emma Conkling; a brother, Frank of this city; a sister, Mrs. C. O. Taylor of New London, Conn.; and six half brothers and sisters. [Chester Democrat, 9-22-1916 - Sub. by Kathie Marynik]

DICK, HENRY
The 12-year-old son of E. J. Dick, who lives 17 miles south of Joplin, died last Saturday, December 22, from diphtheria. [Joplin Times, 12-27-1917 - Sub. by Kathie Marynik]

DIEMERT, JESSIE
Lothair Young Lady Commits Suicide – Sixteen-Year-Old Jessie Diemert Resorts to Strychnine While in Despondent Mood
What an appalling thing is suicide! All the more terrible when a dear young girl of 16 years deliberately makes up her mind to put an end to all earthly affairs and launch her soul into the great unknown; perhaps of some fancied wrong or some unkind word uttered by a father or mother who loves her with an undying love, but who honestly believes that a word of parental advice should be given. The above all happened on Wednesday night at the home of Ike Diemert, who lives on a farm north of Lothair, and the victim of the rash act was his daughter, Jessie, a beautiful girl of 16 years. The day’s work was about over, the mother having gone to the barn to milk the cows; the father doing some light work about the place, and on returning to the house, they found their daughter sitting by a table and as they came in, complained of not feeling well, and on being questioned by her mother, admitted she had taken a deadly poison. First aid was given immediately, but nothing could be done to save her as the poison had had time to get in its work. Jessie Diemert was born in Canada and moved to Lothair with her parents about 10 years ago, remaining here until the time of her death. She is well known about our city and has a host of friends who regret to hear of her passing. Besides her mother and father, she leaves two small brothers to mourn her loss. Funeral arrangements have not been made so far, but it is believed interment will be made in the local cemetery of Lothair. The family has the heartfelt sympathy of the entire community. [Chester Reporter, 2-6-1910 - Sub. by Kathie Marynik]
Obituary—The funeral services for Miss Jessie Diemert was held at Lothair last Sunday at 1:30 PM, Rev. Fr. Sansone officiating. The whole countryside turned out to pay their last respects to this young girl and their sympathy to the parents. Ernest Pastor, Ed. Hutchinson, Mark Wilson, Gay Rose, Mr. Ballou and William Schrorer, Jr. acted as pallbearers, and the body was laid at rest in the local cemetery. Jessie Diemert was born near Mount Carmel, North Dakota, on December 23, 1903, and passed away on February 4, 1920 at the tender age of 16 years, 1 month and 12 days. She leaves to mourn her loss a father and mother, one sister Abbie, and a brother Clark. Andrew Diemert and wife of Champion, Alberta, came down and also their daughter, Mrs. Charles Swanson. [Chester Report, 2-13-1920 - Sub. by Kathie Marynik]

EGGERS, ARTHUR
Arthur Eggers, age 38 years, a resident of the Alma country, died December 12 at Geraldine from influenza. The body was shipped to Chester for burial and was laid to rest in the local cemetery last Saturday. The deceased was a brother of Mrs. Tom Keith, who with numerous other relatives mourn his loss. [Chester Democrat, 12-20-1918 - Sub. by Kathie Marynik]

ELFFSON, GUSTAF
Gustaf Elffson, who for a number of years made his home with Otto Amundson, died last Friday morning at the Deaconess Hospital, Great Falls, after a lingering illness. [Joplin Times, 5-18-1916 - Sub. by Kathie Marynik]

ENGLUND, CORA GRACE nee CALLAHAN
Mrs. John Englund Dies—Mrs. John Englund, formerly Cora Grace Callahan, aged 40 years, passed away on the Strickler farm near Lothair on Monday. Mr. Englund, who formerly lived south of the Marias south of Galata, was in town Tuesday. He stated that he left home about 10 o’clock in the morning to help a neighbor with heading, and when he returned that evening, he found his wife dead in bed. Mrs. Englund had been in poor health for some time. Funeral services were held at Lothair on Wednesday afternoon. [Chester Reporter, 8-5-1926 - Sub. by Kathie Marynik]

ENGSTROM, [infant]
Born to Mr. and Mrs. E. A. Engstrom at the Deaconess Hospital at Great Falls on Saturday, a baby girl. The little one lived but a few hours and was brought here for burial, which was held Thursday, Rev. J. R. Beebe of Lothair officiating. Interment was made in the local cemetery. [Chester Democrat, 1-16-1920 - Sub. by Kathie Marynik]

ERICKSON, DOROTHY
Dorothy Erickson, the little daughter of Martin Erickson, passed away last Thursday from a brief illness of the influenza. She was laid to rest beside her mother in the Erickson Cemetery south of Chester. [Chester Democrat, 11-19-1918 - Sub. by Kathie Marynik]

ERICKSON, ESTER A.
A very serious accident happened, which proved to be fatal, Tuesday afternoon when the two-year-old child of Mr. and Mrs. Fred Erickson was choked to death while playing in the yard. Death came two hours after the accident occurred. Remains will be buried in the George Cemetery. [Chester Democrat, 6-22-1917 - Sub. by Kathie Marynik]

ERICKSON, HAROLD
Accidental Discharge of Rifle Brings Death and Injury to Boys—A terrible accident occurred Wednesday afternoon about 4:10 o’clock when two boys—Harold Erickson, aged 14 years, and Melvin Carlson, aged 12 years, were shot thru the legs by the accidental discharge of a 30-30 rifle. As a result, Harold Erickson passed away at the Deaconess Hospital in Havre at 7 AM Thursday. The two boys, with the rest of the cast of the play—“Kid’s Awakening”—which the Joplin Boy Scouts were to have put on that evening, had been rehearsing and preparing for the event in the Woodman Hall most of the day. At the time of the accident, few were there—Mr. Miller, Assistant Principal, the two boys who were shot, and Errol Fossen who had just returned from an errand of driving his father, Under Sheriff Fossen’s car. Harold had two heavy suitcases belonging to his sister, Miss Nina Erickson, who had come home that morning. Harold had carried them as far as the hall and called to the Fossen boy and asked him if he would take them to the Erickson home in the car for him. Errol assented and swung the back door of the car open as the Erickson and Carlson boys brought the cases and threw them into the back of the car where Deputy Sheriff Fossen’s 30-30 rifle was lying unknown to the boys. The suitcase must have hit the trigger in such a manner as to cause the gun to discharge, and as Harold stood directly in front of the car door and Melvin just behind him, the bullet passed through Harold’s leg above the knee, shattering both bones and leaving a hole as large as your fist where it went out, and then into the leg of the Carlson boy at about the same place, lodging in the leg and making only a flesh wound but not injuring him so badly. Mr. Miller rushed to the door of the hall when some frightened child had called to him and seeing the terrible sight hurriedly, with the aid of Errol Fossen, carried the boys into the hall and proceeded to make them as comfortable as possible with what few coats and wraps that were left, while Mrs. Fossen, telephone operator, was frantically calling for Dr. Price at Chester, who was hard to locate. About that time, Prof. James came to the hall and immediately went to the telephone office and insisted on several messengers being sent for Dr. Price, whom they finally located and who was on the scene in 40 or 45 minutes after the accident, which seemed hours to those waiting. In the meantime, Prof. James, Mr. Miller, and Charles Wardell, who had, upon seeing the commotion, came over from the Boring Garage, applied first aid to Harold Erickson, who was bleeding profusely, by binding the injured leg with a tourniquet which staunched the flow of blood. Other boy scouts rushed bedding to the hall, and both injured boys were made as comfortable as possible under the circumstances as soon as Dr. Price had dressed the wounds, brought stretchers, and did everything possible for their injured comrades. G. N. Agent Brennan wired No. 4 which was late that day to stop, and the boys were taken to the depot where the waiting room was very warm and every aid possible was rendered. There was a large crowd of sympathetic neighbors, boy scouts, and companions gathered in and around the depot, who waited with the boys and their grief-stricken relatives until the train came about 9 o’clock. Just as they were putting the stretcher which bore Harold Erickson on the train, he called back, “Good-bye, everybody,” which showed what a brave scout he was. Dr. Price, Mrs. Carlson, Mrs. Erickson, and daughter Nina accompanied the boys to the Havre Deaconess Hospital. The community was doubly shocked yesterday morning by receipt of the intelligence that Harold had died at 7 AM, despite the transfusion of a pint of his sister’s blood made at about 10 o’clock Wednesday evening. Death had taken place during a second transfusion. The sister, Miss Nina, was ordered to bed for six hours. The funeral will be held from the Joplin Lutheran Church on Sunday afternoon at 2:30. While no official information has come, it is learned that Melvin Carlson is in good condition, and no fears are entertained as to his recovery unless some unforeseen complication sets in. [Liberty Co. Farmer, 1-4-1929 - Sub. by Kathie Marynik]

Sorrowing Friends Pay Last Tribute to Youth
The funeral of Harold Erickson, who was accidentally shot last Wednesday, was held in the Lutheran Church of this city on Sunday afternoon at 2:30 o’clock. Rev. Engh preached a very good sermon, which was consoling to the bereaved parents and relatives and in which he made an appeal to the young friends of the deceased to, like Harold, see Jesus only. The services were beautiful. The floral gifts from the many friends who knew and loved Harold were marvelous. They were of carnations in all the brilliant shades of red, pink, cerise, and pink and were banked above and about the casket with the white ones at the top of a beautiful gates ajar. There was also a lovely pillow with the word “Brother” across it and many large sprays. The large church was packed to the doors and out into the vestibule with sympathetic friends. Six of the boy scouts acted as pallbearers. [Liberty Co. Farmer, 1-11-1929 - Sub. by Kathie Marynik]

ERICKSON, infant
Born—To Mr. and Mrs. P. Erickson, a baby girl, Monday, Oct. 1. Mother doing nicely but baby died and was buried Tuesday. [Joplin Times, 10-24-1914 - Sub. by Kathie Marynik]

EWART, ANNA A.
Mrs. Ewart Is Called—The community was shocked on Wednesday to hear of the death of Mrs. Dr. Ewart, which occurred at 5 o’clock that morning at her ranch home northwest of town. Mrs. Ewart was in her usual health Sunday but late that night was stricken with the dreaded pneumonia which, combined with a chronic weakness of the heart, could not be overcome. Every effort of medical attention and nursing proved unavailing. Dr. Melvin, the attending physician, summoned Dr. MacKenzie, who came up Tuesday for consultation, but all efforts to avert the sad end were fruitless. The remains were prepared for shipment by Mr. Bonme of Havre, acting for Undertaken Kay who could not be present, and were taken to the old home in Ontario for interment by the bereaved husband, accompanied by his three children. Mrs. Ewart was of an especially lovable disposition, and she will be sadly missed by the legion of friends she has endeared during her residence in the community, the sincere sympathy of which is extended to Dr. Ewart and the motherless children in their affliction. [Chester Democrat, 12-17-1915 - Sub. by Kathie Marynik]

FENGER, CLARENCE L.
Obituary—Clarence Fenger, 16-year-old son of Mr. and Mrs. Fred Fenger, whose home is 7 miles north of Lothair, passed away at Warm Springs, Montana, on Friday, June 25. The boy had lately been sent there for treatment but due to a disease of the brain from which the lad had suffered three years, he became so weak physically that treatment did not help him. Clarence was born at Wanda, Minnesota, on December 23, 1909 and in 1913 came to Montana with his parents. Services were held at the M. E. Church on Monday afternoon, Rev. Rygg, Lutheran minister, officiating. Interment was made in the IOOF Cemetery. He leaves to mourn his passing, father and mother; two brothers, Harvey and Herbert; and two sisters, Esther and Dorothy. [Chester Reporter, 7-1-1926 - Sub. by Kathie Marynik]

FITZPATRICK, SOPHIA
Mrs. John Fitzpatrick—After an illness of three months, Mrs. John Fitzpatrick of Alma passed away at the Mary Graham home last Saturday morning at 2 AM. Death was caused by paralysis. Mrs. Fitzpatrick was born in Michigan 48 years ago and leaves to mourn their loss her husband, John, and a sister, Mrs. Woodward of Great Falls. Funeral services were held at the Catholic Church, Rev. Fr. Sheppard of Havre officiating. Interment was made in the local cemetery. [Chester Reporter, 4-27-1923 - Sub. by Kathie Marynik]

FITZPATRICK, WILBER LEROY
Infant Dies—Wilber LeRoy Fitzpatrick, the two-year-old son of Mr. and Mrs. J. Fitzpatrick of the Marias, died Thursday morning in Great Falls where he had been taken for medical treatment. The body was brought to Chester, Saturday, and the small body laid to rest in the new cemetery, Sunday, Reverend Taylor officiating. [Chester Signal, 4-20-1911 - Sub. by Kathie Marynik]

FLINT, ANDREW D. SR.
Andrew Flint Called—The community was shocked by the news of the death of Andrew Flint, Sr., which occurred at his home southeast of Chester on Saturday morning of last week. Mr. Flint had been in failing health for some time, and late Friday evening he was taken seriously ill and expired at 1:30 o’clock Saturday morning before medical attendance could reach him. Dr. Ewart, who was called, pronounced his death due to neuralgia of the heart. Funeral services were held at the home, under the auspices of Rev. Bisber, which were largely attended by sorrowing friends who followed the remains to the Chester Cemetery where internment was made. Mr. Flint came here from Canada about six years ago and located on the home where he passed the remainder of his life. He was a highly respected citizen and upright Christian man, and his loss will be keenly felt. He is survived by his widow, Mrs. Bell Flint, and six sons and three daughters: Andrew, William, Charles, Harry, Roy and Mabel, residing at home; Mrs. Alice Bennett of Millett, Canada; and Wilber and Mrs. Ellen Reid of Whitefish, Montana. There is also a sister, Mrs. Eunice Blodgett of Vancouver, Washington; and a brother, Benjamin of Pitt, Minnesota. [Chester Democrat, 8-24-1917 - Sub. by Kathie Marynik]

FRANKE, AUGUST
August Franke Dies at Havre Hospital—August Franke, father of Mrs. Frank Terwolbeck of this city, died Tuesday night at the Sacred Heart Hospital in Havre. An attack of pneumonia together with complications was the cause of Mr. Franke’s demise. The deceased would have been 90 years old in September. He is survived by one daughter, Mrs. Frank Terwolbeck, who will accompany the remains to Kenmare, ND, where the deceased will be laid to rest by the side of his wife who died two years ago at her home here. [Liberty Co. Farmer, 6-21-1929 - Sub. by Kathie Marynik]

FREDERICKSON, GLENN L.
The following article taken from the Warsaw (Indiana) Times will be of interest to Chester people: Private Glenn L. Frederickson of the 127th Field Artillery, 32nd Division, a Kosciusko County boy, has been officially reported as killed in action in France on Nov. 11, the last day of the war. The news of his death came to his brother, Ray Frederickson, of near Warsaw on Monday when the following telegram was received: “Washington, DC, Jan. 20, 1919. Mr. Ray Frederickson, Warsaw, Ind. Deeply regret to inform you that Private Glenn L. Frederickson, infantry, previously reported wounded severely in action Nov. 11, is now reported killed in action, same date. [signed - Sub. by Kathie Marynik] Harris, the Adjutant General” Ray Frederickson had received no word from his brother since Oct. 11, until about a week ago when he received a telegram stating that he had been severely wounded on Nov. 11. Private Glenn Frederickson was 29 years of age and the son of Mr. and Mrs. H. F. Frederickson of Stanwood, Michigan. His home had always been in this country, but five years ago he took up a claim near Chester, Montana, and was drafted from that state about 18 months ago, arriving in France in September 1917. Glenn Frederickson is a nephew of Mr. and Mrs. M. Ross of Chester and has a wide circle of friends here who will mourn to hear of his sudden death in France. [Chester Democrat, 1-31-1919 - Sub. by Kathie Marynik]

GAGNON, GEORGE WILLIAM
George William, 5-week-old son of Mr. and Mrs. Louis Gagnon, passed away Monday morning at 10 o’clock, following a week’s illness caused by a severe cold. Services were held at the home, and interment was made in the local cemetery. [Chester Reporter, 11-13-1924 - Sub. by Kathie Marynik]

GAGNON, JOSEPH ARTHUR LEON
Baby Passes Away—Joseph Arthur Leon, 6-weeks-old son of Mr. and Mrs. Louis Gagnon, passed away yesterday afternoon at 1:30 PM at the home one half-mile east of town. The little one had not been well since his arrival into this world, and after all human effort had been expended to save him, he succumbed. Funeral services will be held at the home on Saturday at 1:30 PM. Rev. Fr. Sansone of Havre will officiate. Mr. and Mrs. Gagnon have a family of three boys and three girls, but Mr. Gagnon stated that no matter how many there were, it struck them with deep sorrow to lose one. The sympathy of their friends and neighbors go out to them in their hour of grief. [Chester Reporter, 12-10-1920 - Sub. by Kathie Marynik]

GEESY, ELWIN H.
Last Saturday, Dr. Campeau was called to attend the family of G. C. Geesy, who has a homestead 21 miles north Inverness. When the doctor arrived, he found Mr. Geesy’s little boy, six years old, dead from a case of True Diphtheria and two girls older than the boy suffering from the same dread disease. He immediately placed the family under quarantine and began treatment with the little girls, and at the present time they have fully recovered.

GENSMER, MABLE MARIE
Mable Marie Gensmer, the only daughter of Mr. and Mrs. S. J. Tracht, passed to her eternal rest Monday morning, November 8. Her death was unexpected until about two weeks after her brother Oliver, who died four weeks previous of her death. She seemed to be mourning over the loss of her brother. She was a sufferer of heart trouble for over two years caused from inflammatory rheumatism. She was born in Lewiston, Minnesota, March 1, 1898. She lived to be the age of 17 years, 8 months and 7 days. She leaves to mourn her loss her parents and a brother and a host of friends. The funeral services were held at the First Presbyterian Church of Joplin, conducted by the Rev. Robert Sickles of Kremlin, Montana. [Joplin Times, 11-18-1915 - Sub. by Kathie Marynik]

GENSMER, OLIVER
Oliver Gensmore, the oldest son of Mrs. S. J. Tracht, passed to the beyond after a lingering sickness last Tuesday evening at the home of his parents. Oliver was born Sept. 15, 1896 at Lewiston, Minnesota, and came with his parents to Montana in 1910. Funeral services will be conducted by Rev. Larson at 2 o’clock PM Friday, Oct. 15, in the Presbyterian Church. He will be interred in the Joplin Cemetery. [Joplin Times, 10-14-1915 - Sub. by Kathie Marynik]

GESWEIN, FRED A.
Obituary—Mr. Fred A. Geswein was born in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, on March 26, 1852 and departed this life on Friday, November 1. On September 17, 1884, he and Miss Florence Rutherford were united in marriage at Grain, Minnesota. Two children were born to them, Leon and Viola. The daughter’s home is in Minnesota and was unable to be present at the funeral. Leon still resided at the home with them on the homestead 18 miles north of Chester. Rev. Bieber officiated at the funeral in the home Sunday morning, and interment was made in the Chester Cemetery. [Chester Democrat, 11-15-1918 - Sub. by Kathie Marynik]

GESWEIN, JOHN
Death near Chester—John M. Kay of Havre was called to Chester last Sunday to conduct the following funeral, assisted by George Ainley. John Geswein, aged 73 years, passed away at his home 16 miles north of Chester after a lingering illness. He leaves a widow and one grown son. [Chester Democrat, 11-8-1918 - Sub. by Kathie Marynik]

GIBSON, JOHN O.
J. O. Gibson, who died at Great Falls last Friday of the flu, was brought here Monday for burial. Mr. Gibson left here about a month ago. He was buried in the Erickson Cemetery south of town. He leaves to mourn his death a wife and son who live near Chester. [Chester Democrat, 11-1-1918 - Sub. by Kathie Marynik]

GILLESPIE, JAMES EDSON
Prominent Lothair Farmer Meets Death—James E. Gillespie, aged 49, a well-known farmer living three miles west of Lothair, was accidentally killed Wednesday afternoon about 4 o’clock while seeding winter wheat. The accident occurred when the tongue of the drill on which he was riding broke, throwing him forward under the dies. The horses became frightened and jerked the drill over his body, lacerating his face and limbs. His remains were found under the drill 30 minutes later by his wife, whose attention was directed to the scene by the horses moving aimlessly around the field. Funeral services will be held Saturday at 12:00 Noon at Lothair under the auspices of Galata AF&AM. James and Reginald Gillespie arrived Saturday from Missoula, having been called home by the death of their father, J. E. Gillespie. Dean arrived from Shelby on Thursday. Their many friends sympathize with them in their bereavement. P. P. Gillespie of Malta, a brother of the late J. Gillespie, was here Thursday but did not remain for the funeral services. He returned to Malta and later left for the east to be with the family at the interment. [Chester Reporter, 11-19-1920 - Sub. by Kathie Marynik]
Thrown Under Drill by a Runaway on his Farm in Montana—James Gillespie, a resident of this county for the greater part of his life and a member of a family well known in Spencer and vicinity, was killed November 3, a week ago today, by an accident on his farm two miles north of Lothair, Montana. A telegram from his widow to his father, D. C. Gillespie of Spencer, said that four horses ran away with a drill that James Gillespie was driving, and he fell under the drill. She was unable to lift the heavy machine off her husband and had to go all the way to Lothair to find help. When they got back to him, it was too late. Mrs. James Gillespie and Ed Gillespie, a brother living in another part of Montana, reached Spencer with the body Monday afternoon on the M & St. L. James Edson Gillespie was born at Clear Lake, Iowa, April 30, 1870, the son of Mr. and Mrs. D. C. Gillespie. His parents moved to a farm in Lake Township, Clay County, a few months after. James grew up on the farm and became a farmer himself. He was deputy sheriff of this county for a time. He moved to Montana in 1910. He was married on June 19, 1897 to Miss Adelaide Rowan of St. Charles, Minnesota, who survives him. He left three sons, Reginald and Donald, university students at Missoula, Montana, and Dean in high school at Shelby, Montana. Donald was recently graduated from the Spencer schools. He is also survived by his parents, a brother Ed who is in Montana, and a brother Roy and sisters, Mrs. C. E. Loomer and Mrs. Lester Winn, residing in this county. James Gillespie was a Mason and a member of Evening Shade Lodge of Spencer. He had a large circle of friends in and around Spencer who are shocked and grieved to learn of his untimely death and whose sympathy go out to the bereaved family. The funeral was held Tuesday afternoon. There was prayer at the house at two o’clock, after which the remains were taken to Riverside Cemetery. The Masons had charge of the services at the cemetery. Relatives who came to Spencer for the funeral included Dr. W. T. Gillespie and Dr. Ed. Gillespie of Peoria, IL; W. G. Gillespie of Kilbourn, WI; Earl Gillespie of Grand Marias, WI; John Stevens of Gary, SD; Ray Stevens of Pipestone, MN; and Arthur Harroun of Mason City, all cousins of James Gillespie; and Mrs. C. J. Stevens of Mason City, a sister of D. C. Gillespie. [Chester Reporter via Spencer, Iowa Reporter, 11-19-1920 - Sub. by Kathie Marynik]

GORMAN, LAWRENCE A.
Lawrence A. Gorman Dead—The death of the only son of Mr. and Mrs. John Gorman occurred at their home in this city on Thursday evening just as the midnight hour was passing. He had been sick but a few days, taking to his bed on Sunday before. The boy appeared to be on the gain, so much so that Mrs. Gorman was taking a little rest. Hardly could Mrs. Gorman realize that death had come as the boy simply slept from life into death without rousing from his peaceful sleep. Lawrence A. Gorman was born in Michigan 17 years ago and with the family went west to Washington and later came to Chester. Death was attributed to a complication of diseases. The funeral services were held Sunday afternoon from the house, Father Sansome reading the ceremony. Interment was made at the Chester Cemetery. The bereaved family has the heartfelt sympathy of the entire community in their sad time of affliction. [Great Falls Tribune, 10-13-1910 - Sub. by Kathie Marynik]

GRAHAM, Mrs. DANIEL
Death of Mrs. Graham—Early Christmas morning, the grim reaper appeared at the home of Mrs. Daniel Graham and bore her spirit to its giver. Mrs. Graham was the widow of Daniel Graham and has lived in this vicinity about two years and lived with her daughter, Miss Mary. She was 68 years of age and leaves two daughters and a son to mourn her loss. Father Sansone conducted the funeral services, and the body was laid to rest in the Catholic cemetery. The Signal extends sympathy to the bereaved ones. [Chester Signal, 1-2-1912 - Sub. by Kathie Marynik]

GRIESBAUM, ANDREW WILLIAM
Andrew W. Griesbaum Is Dead—Andrew William Griesbaum, 61, of Joplin, died Thursday morning, January 5, at a Havre hospital from carcinoma sigmoid after an illness of three weeks, two of which time he spent in Havre. The deceased had been troubled with stomach trouble before his last illness, but it was not thought to be serious. The deceased is survived by his wife and daughter Alice, age 15, who live on the farm 14 miles north of Joplin, and by his son Joe, age 36, who lives in Arkansas. [Liberty Co. Farmer, 1-18-1928 - Sub. by Kathie Marynik]

GUSTAFSON, LOUISA
Mrs. A. M. Gustafson was born in Sweden on Feb. 12, 1858, came to America in 1878, and was married to A. M. Gustafson at Hawley, Minnesota. Five children were born to the union. Mrs. Gustafson had been suffering with bronchitis for some time and finally decided to go to Havre Hospital on April 12 for treatment but was taken decidedly worse on April 21 at 12 o’clock and died very suddenly at 4 PM same day. The deceased has left to mourn her loss, her husband, A. M. Gustafson; four daughters, Mrs. Carl Ramberg and Mrs. Christ Jensen, both of Sage, MT, Mrs. Waltea Eves of Los Angeles, CA and Ivy Gustafson of Sage; and one son, Albin Gustafson of Sage; besides other relatives and hosts of friends. Mrs. Gustafson was a devoted Christian, kind and loving wife and mother, and an excellent neighbor. [Joplin Times, 5-17-1917 - Sub. by Kathie Marynik]

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