Obituary Clippings From 1915 to 1922 - Putnam County, Illinois FLORID, WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 27, 1915 Mrs. Eliza Beck, widow of late Simon Beck, died shortly yesterday afternoon at the home of her son Simon Beck in Florid. Mrs. Beck lived to a ripe old age and was an early settler and highly respected citizen of Putnam County. We have not learned when the funeral will be held. Obituary next week. PASSING OF ELIZA BECK Eliza Beck, daughter of Peter and Eliza Clemens, and wife of Andrew Beck who preceded her 22 years ago, was born in East Hanover, Lebanon County, Pennsylvania in 1825 on October 30th and died January 26, 1915 at the age of 89 years, 2 months and 26 days. She was the mother of 4 children, 3 sons and 1 daughter. One son S.P. Beck remains, the others preceding her. Mrs. Kate Eisenhower of Tremont Illinois is the only sister and survivor of the family being now in her 83rd year. Mrs. Eliza Beck of Pennsylvania came to Florid in April, 1865 - just at the time when Lincoln was assassinated. At 12 years of age, she became a member of the Lutheran Church. On coming to this county, she united with the German Evangical Church and continued such membership until death. Having lead a quiet and consistent Christian life, she has now passed to her reward. This what her pastor, Reverend E. W. Eastmond has to say of her: " In January of last year, I came to Florid to hold Evangical meetings for one week, Mr. Beck being my host. Grandma Beck, because of the inclemency of the weather, could not attend. She said "I can pray for you." and asking for my text, she would search her old Dutch bible and pass comments. Her desire and prayer I might sum up in these words of scripture. I desire to part and be with Christ which is far better. God answered her prayer, and on Tuesday, January 26, she fell asleep in Jesus." FLORID, WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 6, 1915 Joseph Beck, who has been very sick for several weeks, remains in a very weak condition. THE PASSING OF JOSEPH BECK Joseph Beck was born in East Hanover, Lebanon County, Pennsylvania, October 28, 1841 and died February 19, 1915 at 7:10 AM at his residence in Florid, his age at that time being 73 years, 3 months and 21 days. In 1861 he was married to Catherine Lees in East Hanover Pennsylvania to which union three children were born, 2 sons and one daughter, who live in Pennsylvania. He came to this county in the Spring of 1878 and was employed as a farm laborer for several years. In 1888, March 25, he was united in marriage to Mrs. Rosa Dinkey. To this union, one child, a girl, was born who is now Mrs. Albert Daily. In July 1912, he was seized with a paralytic stroke from which he never fully recovered. Prior to this he had always enjoyed excellent health. He had three more paralytic strokes quite recently the last which occurred on Monday, February 15th. On January 24, 1914, he came out and publicly made a confession of acceptance of Christ and united with the church the following Sunday. We wish to thank our friends and neighbors who so kindly showed their sympathy by assisting us in our sad bereavement. - Mrs. Rosa Beck, Mr. and Mrs. Albert Daily and Robert Dinkey. WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 20, 1915 HARRY REYNOLDS Harry H. Reynolds, son of William and Eva Reynolds, was born April 30, 1878, at Buckley, Illinois. He had been failing in health for the past 10 or 15 years. At times he suffered terribly and many times it was thought he could not possibly survive another attack. But after submitting to second operation at St. Margaret's Hospital in Spring Valley, Illinois, was entirely free of pain . But in too weakened a condition to withstand the other complications which came upon him. And after being comfined to his bed only three weeks during his last illness, passed away 2:30 PM Friday, October 8, 1915. At the age of 4 years, Harry came with his parents to Putnam County. Where he spent the greater part of his boyhood. He lived and grew to manhood in Hennepin, Illinois and leaves many boyhood friends and schoolmates among the throng of morners. February 24, 1908, he was united in marriage to Anna Wylet of Keeksburg, Illinois. Since this marriage, he has resides in Granville, Streator, Peru, Ladd, and Henry, where he held local positions. At Streator, he was employed by the Public Service Company and later by the Julian Clothing Company. In January 1915, because of declining health, he came to the home of his mother in Hennepin where with the exception of a few weeks spent in Henry, he spent the last months of his life. (Not readable)... having born more pain and sufferering and greated all more cheerfully than Harry, even until the last. He appreciated the many acts of kindness and spoke many times of his appreciation to the people of Hennepin. He leaves to morn his wife, mother, three brothers Frank and Edward of Hennepin, and Fred of Kewanee, three sisters Mrs. John Reevy and Margaret of Hennepin, and Mrs. E. O. Brown of Wenona Lake Indiana. Funeral services were held at the home to October 10, at 2:00 PM and were largely attended by sympathizing friends, many being present from Keeksburg, Granville, Bureau and Henry, whom by their presence justified the esteem in which the deceased was held by all. A short but appropriate service was conducted by Reverend Dubois, who was personnaly aquainted with Harry. He was laid to rest at the Riverside cemetery beside father and other loving ones gone before. FRONT PAGE, WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 15, 1915 OLD RESIDENT CALLED William B. Cassell, son of Mary and Augustus Cassell, was born in Florid, Illinois, November 28, 1836 and departed this life December 9, 1915. Being at the time of his death one of the oldest residents of Putnam County, having lived practically all his life in the county. He was united in marriage with Mrs. Anna Dunbar, August 16, 1874 who with the three children born to this union, Mrs. W.W. Rowe, Mrs. Chas. Bishop, and Harry Cassell at home, the two step-daughter's Mrs. H. P. Alleman , Mrs. A. C. 0 and two sisters, Mrs. Murphy of Tampiko, Illinois and Mrs. Sidney Pool of Julesburg Colorado, one brother Rufus Cassell of Norborne, Missouri are left bereft of a loving husband, brother and father. Mr. Cassell was a most congenial and jovial man also ready with a glad welcome for all of whom he came in contact. He had been a most patient sufferer for 5 years with heart trouble and a complication of diseases. All that medical aid could do was of no avail and the end came in early morning of December 9. At the age of 25, he enlisted in Co. B. 69th Regiment, afterward in Co. B. 109th Regiment and he tried to enlist a third time but was rejected because of a deformed arm. (Rest unreadable) The funeral services were held at 3:00 PM Saturday afternoon December 11, by Reverend F. W. Eastwood, and were attended by a large gathering of relatives or comrades, sympathizing friends. Internment was made in the Florid cemetery with A.V. Smith mortician. Soldiers Immortal They sleep beneath the daisied sod, and over them we strew, white lilies with their hearts of gold, and roses brightened with the dew. They sleep beside their rusty swords, the blue coat and the gray, Till Gabriel blows the revelee, upon the judgment day. They live within the nation's heart, each gallant soldier son, Who fought with Lee the losing fight, or marched with Grant and won. They live at every silver star, that glitters in the flag. From old Nantuckets light, to cold Alaska's farthest crag. For low the dust of Dixies land, and strew New England's slain. Have filled the cracks of freedom's wall, and made it sound again. And every drop of blood they shed, before the cannon's mouth, Cements the ties of brotherhood, uniting north and south. FRONT PAGE, WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 1, 1917 WILLIAM H. LUCAS William H. Lucas was born in Washington, Indiana on August 4, 1842 and departed this life on July 27, 1917, lacking one week of being 75 years old. His boyhood was spent on the farm in Indiana. When a young man came to Illinois and at the Civil War enlisted in the 20th Illinois Company H. He served his country faithfully for nearly 4 years. During this time, he was in several battles and at the battle of Atlanta was captured and taken a prisoner, sent to Anderson and Florence where he was kept for 4 months. After his return from the service, he was united in marriage on September 10, 1865 to Nancy Lester. To this union was born 7 children, six of them being taken in infancy. One Mrs. J. L. Downey of Henry, Illinois remains to morn loss of a loving father. After 36 years, the wife and mother passed away. On July 4, 1902, he was united in marriage to Daisy Cassell. To them, two children were born. Velma who departed this life at the age of three years and Chester age 12, with his mother morn the loss of a devoted husband and father. He also leaves one sister, Mrs. Mary Barmore of Chicago, Illinois. Two brothers, John Eliot and Samuel Lucas, Washington, Indiana , 7 grandchildren and a great many friends and acquaintances. The funeral services were held Monday, July 30, 1917. Reverend Stetson of Granville officiating. The burial at Riverside cemetery conducted by the members of the G.A.R. Post of Hennepin of which he had been a charter member. Front Page, September 26, 1917 Mrs. W.B. Cassell Anna, daughter of William and Mary Edwards, was born on the old Edward's farm now owned by John Bumgardner, 2 miles west of McNabb, Illinois, April 20, 1848 and passed away September 20, 1917, at her home 3 1/2 miles west of McNabb, being at the time of her death, 69 years, 4 months and 10 days of age. On December 19, 1865, she was wedded in Hiram D. Dunbar, a civil war soldier. Two children, Mrs. H.P. Alleman and Mrs. A.C. Foster, came to bless this happy union. On February 20, 1871, the husband departed this life, leaving the wife to rear two small children. On August 16, 1874, she was united in marriage with William B. Cassell, another civil war soldier and to them were born three children - Mrs. W.W. Rowe, Mrs. C.H. Bishop, and Harry V. Cassell. Mr. Cassell died December 9, 1915 after an illness of almost 5 years. Mrs. Cassell's illness dates back more than two years, when she sustained a paralytic stroke, since which she has gradually failed, having had several severe attacks of heart trouble. The immediate cause of death was embolism, which illness was accompanied by intense suffering. She had been in very poor health during the last few weeks of her life, but was confined to her bed, only 4 or 5 days. She was always an ambitious woman and was loathed to give up her home, but had finally decided to spent the winter with her children. She was the last of William Edwards family, H.H. having past away, almost two years ago. She was a member of the Strawn M.E. church, having united with that organization about 45 years ago and was one of the best workers of the ladies aide and when that organization dissolved, was the efficient president. She leaves to mourn, her four daughters and one son, eight grandchildren and one great-grandchild. All of the children were present at her bedside during her illness and all that could be was done to alleviate her suffering. But God saw fit to call her home and as the sun was rising on the morn of September 20, she fell asleep as a tired child. May her tired worn clay rest in peace and her soul go back to him who giveth his beloved sleep. A short service was held at the home, Saturday, September 22, Mr. Avrium Mills of the Friend's Church spoke a few words of comfort and Reverend Harry Bell made prayer. The remains were then taken to Florid Presbyterian Church, where serviced were conducted by Reverend Harry Bell, pastor of Bradford, Illinois, M.E. Church, assisted by Reverend Barstead of Florid and the Florid choir. The floral offering were many and beautiful. She was laid to rest in a bower of flowers in the family lot of the Florid cemetery, Mr. Smith of Henry being the funeral director. Florid, November 27, 1918 James Henning, the eldest son of Mr. and Mrs. E.G. Henning after an illness of eight or nine days with that dread disease pneumonia, passed away last Sunday evening, November 24, at the home of his parents near Florid. James was a bright, industrious and promising young man, who was loved and respected by all who knew him and his untimely death has cast a shadow over the entire community. FLORID, WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 4, 1918 James Henning James Bradley Henning, eldest son of Mr. and Mrs. Elisha Henning was born August 19, 1901 in the state of Oregon and departed this life, Sunday, November 24, 1918, 2:00 in the afternoon, at the age of 17 years, 3 months and ........days. When he was ....(can't read).... months old, his parents moved to Granville and a year later to Sugar Earth Grove and then to Florid, where the family now resides. James joined the Presbyterian Church at the early age of 13 years and also became a member of the Christian Endeavor Society. He possessed an earnest desire to live a Christian life and strove to the best of his ability and knowledge to live up to that conviction. He had a very bright and active mind, a sweet and pleasant disposition. The expressions that we hear from everyone is "James was a good boy. He was a fine fellow. He was well liked." And such expressions as these could be heard. "He was a manly boy, a gentleman at work or play." He was loved by all who knew him because of his genial and unassuming disposition. He had many friends, especially among the young people. The entire community profoundly sympathizes with the bereaved family and relatives and profoundly regret that owing to the nature of the disease, they were unable to render the practical help that they would like to have given. The funeral services were held at the grave site, conducted by Reverent H.R. Barstead. The casket bearers were six of James boy friends, Charles Clemens, John Stockdale, Arthur Barstead, Charlie Wolf, John Heath, and Harry Deneiger. The floral offerings were numerous and beautiful. Mortician in charge, F.I. Peterson of Granville. FRONT PAGE, WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 11, 1918 OBITUARY Loleet Dinkey, eldest daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Leonard Swietzer, was born at Hainsburo, Illinois, September 11, 1895 and died November 29, 1918 at the home of her mother at Saybrook at the age of 23 years, 2 months and 18 days. On the 5th of April, 1916, she was united to Robert Dinkey of Florid and lived on a farm one year after which they moved to Florid, and lived until her death. She leaves to mourn her untimely death, her husband, and one child Helen, 16 months old. Her parents, three sisters and one brother, namely Helen, May, Blanch and Rodale. She spent the last few weeks in this world at her mother's home at Saybrook where she passed away. The funeral service was held at the home of her mother at 10:30 Sunday morning , December 1, 1918. Following which, she was laid to rest in the Saybrook cemetery. FRONT PAGE, WEDNESDAY MAY 16, 1919 EPHRIAM CASSELL Another civil war veteran answers the last call. Ephriam, son of Joseph and (Sarah?)Esther Cassell, was born and grew to manhood August 20, 1841 and passed away at his home in Republican City, Nebraska, April 30, 1919, being at the time of his death, 77 years, ? months, and 10 days old. He was united in marriage to Sarah Alleman, September 26, 1867. To this union, 8 children came to gladden their hearts, 4 of whom preceded the father to the heavenly home. He was a kind and indulgent parent and leaves many friends and relatives to mourn their loss, among whom is the devoted wife, 4 sons and an adopted daughter, Mrs. Will Hunter of Republican City, also 11 grandchildren. On September 26, 1917, they celebrated their golden wedding, at which time his entire family including children and grandchildren were present, besides many other near relatives. He was a civil war veteran having served his county from 1861 to 1865, being in the service 4 years and 3 months. Was a prisoner at Andersonville and Florence about 3 months. Served with Co. H. Inf. Reg. Ill. volunteers. Funeral was held at Republican City May 2, 1919. Those from a distance who paid their last tribute to the deceased were Joe Cassell from Canada, Mrs. Nancy Alleman, Mr. and Mrs. Amos Alleman of Tonica, Illinois, H. P. Alleman of Hennepin, Illinois and Gus and Onna Cassell of Steele City Nebraska. FRONT PAGE, WEDNESDAY, MARCH 3, 1920 FRED REYNOLDS OBITUARY Fred Reynolds was born on a farm near Buckley Illinois on September 4, 1876 and passed away February 22, 1920, age 42 years, 5 months and 19 days. His parents moved to Putnam when Fred was about 4 years of age and settled in Hennepin. Here Fred went to school and formed lasting friendships with old and young alike. While in Hennepin, he did farm work and for several years had charge of the ferry boat at the river crossing. When 24, he came to Kewanee and was employed at the Western Tube works. After a year at this work, he returned to Hennepin where on March 21, 1904, he was married to Edna Woodruff of Kewanee, then moved to that city about 15 years ago, Fred again entering the service of the Walworth manufacturing company. At the time of his death, he was a night foreman in the anneling department. On the evening of January 27, Fred being short of men in his department, was making at effort to keep the work going as usual, when he met with a terrible accident, resulting in one of his legs being broken in three places. He was taken to St. Francis Hospital, where for nearly 4 weeks he suffered patiently, appreciating all that was done for him and doing his prep bravely, hoping to hasten recovery. It was generally thought that Fred was doing finely and would soon be well again, but infection having set in, all hopes of recovery were discouraged by Dr. Dean Louis, a specialist of Chicago, who was called and Fred passed away Sunday evening February 22. He was well liked by his associates, and leaves a great many friends to regret his passing. He was a favorite of all children who knew him and was ever ready to do a kind deed and help another. His father died February 6, 1907 and Harry a younger brother died October 8, 1915. The surviving relatives besides Mrs. Reynolds, his wife, include the mother Mrs. Eva Reynolds of Lamoile Illinois, two brothers Frank and Ed Reynolds of Hennepin, three sisters, Mrs. John Reevy of Hennepin, Miss Margaret of Lamoile, Illinois, and Mrs. E. C. Brown of Wynona Lake, Indiana, and an aunt Mrs. Charles Harding of Kewanee, Illinois. Funeral services were held at the home, Wednesday afternoon, February 25 in charge of Reverent L. C. Trent. Burial was in Wethersfield cemetery. There was a very large attendance and many beautiful floral tributes from friends and relatives. FLORID, WEDNESDAY, JULY 28, 1920 IN MEMORY IN MRS. SIMON BECK Hearts of friends and loved ones are saddened, and a home is left in mourning, because there is a dear one whose presence once made home bright and happy, but who now is gone - no more to gladden the hearts of friends by her presence, or lend a helping hand to those in need or distress. Her body lies sleeping in the quiet bosom of mother earth where she is free of pain and strife, to await to morn of judgment. Our heavenly father has seen fit to send the angel of death to pluck from our circle of friends, one of his faithful members, Mrs. Sara Beck. After a lingering illness, of more than a year, and days of intense suffering, when loving friends had done all that was possible to ease her pain, she peacefully fell asleep in Jesus, Saturday morning, July 24, her age being 67 years and 1 day. She leaves to morn her death, her husband, 2 sons, 7 brothers, 2 sisters, 4 grandchildren and 2 great-grandchildren. Having united with the Presbyterian Church about 15 years ago, she has lived a consistent Christian life to the day of her death. The funeral service was held at the church at 2:30 Sunday afternoon, conducted by Reverend H. R. Barsted and was attended by a large number of relatives and sympathizing friends. Interment in the Florid cemetery with Howard Dysert of Granville as funeral director. Front Page, Wednesday, August 25, 1920 Obituary of Sara C. Beck Sara C. Beck (nee Clemens) was born in Buckingham County, W. Virginia, July 23, 1853 and immigrated with her parents, Jeremiah and Elizabeth Clemens and four brothers in the year 1854 to Henry County, Indiana. In the year 1864, she with her parents, one sister and seven brothers, came to Putnam County, Illinois, which has been her home until her death, July 24, 1920 at which time she reached the age of 67 years and one day. In the year 1876, on the first day of February, she was united in marriage to Simon P. Beck, to this union three children were born. She is survived by her husband, two children, seven brothers and two sisters, who deeply mourn the death of a loved one. She united with the Florid Church some 15 years ago and was regular in her attendance until the time of her sickness. She lived a devoted Christian life and left a living testimony of her unshaken faith in a living Christ. TAKEN FROM THE HENRY NEWS REPUBLICAN Florid, December 9, 1920 Miss Blanche Webber who died at her home near McNabb last Tursday morning was buried here Friday afternoon. She sure was a fine young woman and will be sadly missed by her aged father, brothers and many friends, for they sure are many as I hink it was the largest funeral ever held here. ......... Thursday, January 20, 1921 Mrs. Jacob Moufair laid to rest Thursday Jan. 13. Mrs. Maulfair is the mother of Dr. C.D. Maulfair of Granville and we clip the following from the Granville Echo: Mary A. Chance was born April 28, 1846 in Putnam county, Illinois, where she spent most of her life. She was united in marriage to Jacob Seltzer Maulfair October 19, 1869. To this union eight children were born. Seltzer, Early, Lola, Chauncy, Jacob, Ruth Stella, Guy and Elsie; Seltzer, Lola and Jacob, being deceased. Januray 5, 1915, her husband died. In the spring of 1916, she, with her daughter, Elsie, Mrs. H.G. Scott, moved to Owatonna, Minn., whre she has resided until she passed away on Tuesday morning, January 11, 1921. Interment in the Mognolia cemetery Thursday. Florid, June 23, 1921 Mrs. Ella Danley was called to Decatur last Friday on account of the death of a nephew. Her sister, an old time friend of ours, has our sympathy as this is the third time she has been called upon to give up a boy and her last one too. Sometime we’ll understand. Florid, November 3, 1921 Mr. Simon Beck died at the home of his son John Friden and was buried in the Florid cemetery Sunday afternoon. The services were conducted by Rev. Barber of Granville. It was a very large funeral, friends from different places attended. He leaves one son John to survive him. His wife and two children preceded him. He was a member of the Florid Presbyterian church and an elder at the time of his death, so it is said “Well done, good and faithful serviant, enter thou into the eternal rest.” We extend our sympathy to the son, also all other relatives. TAKEN FROM THE PUTNAM RECORD FRONT PAGE, WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 2, 1921 PASSING OF SIMON P. BECK Simon P. Beck, son of Andrew and Eliza Beck, was born in East Hanover, Lebanon County, Pennsylvania, August 6, 1854 and died at the home of his son, John Beck, October 28, 1921 at the age of 67 years, 2 months and 23 days. He came with his parents to Putnam County, Illinois in April 1865, just at the time when President Lincoln was assassinated. On February 1, 1876, he was united in marriage to Sara C. Clemens who preceded him a little more than a year ago. To this union, three children were born, two of them being taken in infancy. One, John H. Beck remains to mourn the loss of a kind and loving father. About 16 years ago, he united with the Florid Presbyterian Church of which he was an elder a number of years. He was also a member of Florid Camp No. 9292 M. W. A. He was a good friend and neighbor freely giving his aide and sympathy in time of sickness and sorrow. He leaves to mourn his departure, his son John Beck and wife, a number of cousins and other relatives. Funeral services were held in the church in Florid of which the deceased was a member, Sunday afternoon, October 30, at 2:00, conducted by Reverend W. C. Barber of Granville who spoke comforting words to the sorrowing relatives. A selected quartet of Granville sang "Lead Kindly Light" and "Safe in the Arms of Jesus" very beautifully. Many friends of the deceased filled the church to pay their last tribute of respect of their departed friend. Internment was made in the family lot in the Florid cemetery. The Woodmen of Florid Camp, assisted by neighbor Woodmen from Granville and Hennepin conducted a very impressive service for the departed, friend, neighbor at the grave. The casket bearers were John E. Peterson, William Munis, Wesley Kenny, Adam Deneiger, Oren Turnbolt, and Jess Gall. Howard Dysert of Granville, mortician in charge. Mourn not the loss in realms of changeless gladness, Where friendship ties are never crushed or broken. We still may meet he who beholds our sadness, Hath to the trusting heart assurance spoken. Of that lust land where free from care and pain, Found friends unite again. WEDNESDAY, MARCH 1, 1922 JOHN AUGUST KRAFFT John A. Krafft was born in Prussia Germany, January 29, 1842 and departed this life at his home in Florid, February 20, 1922, age 80 years and 22 days. When a young man, he immigrated to the United States, landing at New York. After a short residence there, he went to Missouri, from there coming to Granville township in 1868 where he made his home for several years and in August 10, 1871, was united in marriage to Miss Christiana Burr. A few years after his marriage, he purchased a small farm, 5 miles south of town where he resided until about 6 years ago when he sold the property and purchased a home in Florid. Seven children were born to Mr. and Mrs. Krafft, 2 dying in infancy. Besides the widow, there remains four sons, William, August, Nicholas, and Ferdinand and one daughter Mrs. Benjamin Cassell to mourn his departure. Mr. Krafft united with the German Lutheran Church when a young man and has been a faithful member, his membership being with the County Line Lutheran Church. Funeral services were held in the Presbyterian Church at Florid conducted by Reverend R. A. Reaves, Pastor at the M. E. Church at Hennepin, Wednesday afternoon, February 22, 1922. Internment was in the beautiful cemetery in Florid, in charge of mortician H. L. Dysert of Granville. WEDNESDAY, MARCH 15, 1922 MRS. CHRISTIANA KRAFFT Christiana Krafft (nee Burr) was born at Litzelstein, Germany in May 1839, a daughter of George and Katherine Minnermier Burr. She peacefully fell asleep March 10, 1922 at the age of 83 years. At an early age she was united with the German Lutheran Church and through her entire life, having a firm belief in her savior until the end. In the year 1868, she with a younger sister and her aged mother, came to America to join her one and only brother. She with her sister and brother, worked in and around Granville for several years and spending much of their time with their mother at the home of their aunt, Magdaline Biever of Granville. They having all passed before her, she being the last of a large family. August 10, 1871, she was united in marriage to John Krafft, who preceded her in death to the great beyond where there is no parting, just 18 days before her death. To this union, 7 children were born, 2 dying at an early age. Those lived to mourn the loss of a kind and loving mother are Sophia Cassell, William, Gus, Nicholas and Ferdinand Krafft, besides a host of relative and friends, also 16 grandchildren. She was loved by all who knew her and will be sadly missed by all. Funeral services were conducted from the Florid Presbyterian Church in Florid, where Reverend R. A. Reeves, pastor of the M. E. Church in Hennepin. Internment in the beautiful cemetery in Florid , Howard L. Dysert mortician in charge. TAKEN FROM THE HENRY NEWS REPUBLICAN Florid, March 9, 1922 Mr. and Mrs. Albert Foster of near McNabb burried a new-born babe in our cemetery here Friday morning. Florid, May 11, 1922 Mrs. Ella Danley received the sad news Friday morning that her cousin Tom Cassell of Decatur, Ill., had been found dead in bed that morning. Thursday, August 24, 1922 Mrs. M.J. Alleman Passes Away Mrs. Kate Alleman, nee Deininger, was born August 13, 1865 in Putnam county, Ill., and departed this life August 14, being at the time of her death 57 years of age. here early life was spent almost entirely in Putnam county. In 1896, she was united in marriage with Martin J. Allemn. To this union were born four children, a daughter, Merle, and sons Benjamin, Norville and John, all of whom are lving and were here at the time of her death, and together with the husband, mourn her loss. Mrs. Alleman was the seventh child of John and Caroline Deininger. Four brothers and two sisters preceded her in death and three sisters and one brother are left to mourn her loss namely: Mrs. Agnes Allemn, Mrs. Sarah Chance, Mrs. Emma Chance and Adam Deinger. Mrs. Alleman’s married life was spent on a farm neaar Cedar Point until 1919, when she, with her family, moved to Urbana, where there were better facilities for the education of her children. In her early life she united with Strawn’s church in Putnam county. While living at Cedar Point she helped to organize a Sunday school for the people of Cedar Point before the church was built. She departed after a lingering illness at the home of her sister, Mrs. Agnes Allman of Tonica. Funeral services were conducted in the M.E. Church at Tonica on Wednesday afternoon of last week by Rev. Bliss of Toulon. 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