1899 DEATHS- (PUBLISHED IN "THE PROTECTOR") --------------------------------------------------------- 1899 DEATHS Extracted By: Gladys Stovall Armstrong ************************************************ Submitted to the LAGenWeb Archives ********************************************** Copyright. All rights reserved. http://usgwarchives.net/copyright.htm http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafiles.htm ********************************************** Captain J. A. STURTEVANT, the pilot of the “Paul Jones”, his body was found by his brother-in law, Ellias Angelo, and George W. Hingle, who had went out for a search as they had done on preceeding says. The body was found on Grand Coquille Island within a few miles of the Old Salt Works. Grand Coquille is pratically one of the Bird Islands and is seven miles from Fort St. Philip. The searching men found a lot of wreckage, evidently of the “Paul Jones”, but found no other bodied. The remains were sent to New Orleans and buried Tuesday morning from the late residence of the deceased, 1821 Erato St. The remains were accompanied to New Orleans by the deceased’s eldest son, Joseph R. Sturtevant, who is the Telegraph Operator at the Ocean Towboat Line at Fort St. Philip. Mrs. W. J. Armstrong, on Saturday 4th of February 1899, at Triumph, Louisiana at the home of her husband, Mrs. Armstrong closed her eyes on the world to open them in the Kingdom of her Heavenly Father, being sweet and gentle woman, as during her short life of thirt years she did her duty to God and man. The cause of her death is the same that for years back has and for years to come will carry away just such women as Mrs Armstrong was. A loving wife true to her vows, and above all , true to the duty that imposes all women, and that is bearing children, and it was when performing this duty that is dear to the hearts of all good women, that she went to her God to get her reward resulting from a well spent life. The remains were taken to New Orleans and buried in the Louisa Cemetery. Richard CARO, age 21 Years, the youngest son of the late Judge F.S. Caro, of this parish , died Tuesday morning at 3o’clock at his Mother’s residence in New Orleans. The deceased was born in Pointe-ala-Hatche and was a nephew of the Editor (Felix Hingle at this time - G.A.) He was not only a good boy but one of the handsomest young man we have ever met. He and his noble brother, Renee, who survives him were at the time of his death, the support of his aged Mother and two sisters..... Doubly sad is his oldest brother, Ernest, who lives in Thibodeau is dangerously ill while his young wife died only a few hours before the great Reaper claimed Richard..... Wesley TAYLOR, died on Sunday the 5th Of February 1899 in a New Orleans hospital from the effects of a gunshot wound received in the head at Montplaisir store in Plaquemines Parish. Harris THIBAUT, only child of ex-sheriff, C.V. Thibaut has died. Harris was a native of this parish, and only a few days before led to the alter, a fair and lovely young bride whom he made his wife and so the bride of a few days is left a widow.... To his father, the blow must be most terrible and he has the sympathy of a legion of friends. Mrs. Oscar L. CARO, nee Marie BOURG, died last week in Thibodeaux. She leaves a husband and six young children(published 25 Feb, 1898? ( should be 1899) Mr. John L. HARRIS , a Northerner and Athiest was found dead in his bed at Grand Prairie last week. Harris, once in court refused to swear on the Bible saying he did not beleive in God. A man’s beleif is his own, whether he is right or not..... Emma DECKER, on Monday, 20 March 1899, at 8 o;clock p.m. at Woodpark, Plaquemines Parish, Louisiana, age 15 years and five months and the daughter of Andrew H. Decker and Isabella Ruiz. After a long suffering of twelve years from an incurable mlad, her father tried all medical skill of all profession to no avail..... Poor Emma suffered with a resignation to be found in few , never uttering a word of complaint.... never being able to enjoy her childhood, but doomed to the quite domains of the house; no sunshine to lighten her young heart. An Uncle Benjamin, La. Bertha HINGLE, died on Wednesday night, 12 April 1899, little Bertha, daughter of the Editor of The Protector and Mrs. F.S. Hingle. The poor soul of this sweet innocent child took its winged flight to its Creator and we know she is happy in heaven. Bertha was strickened ill six weeks ago with typhoid fever, until the very last moment, hopes of her recovery were entertained..... She was a good child, and in death her face bore an angelic smile.... In honor of her memory the public schools in Plaquemines Parish were closed on Thursday and the pupils attended her funeral in a body. The actual pallbearers all young boys and dear friends of hers were: Edgar Songy; Pat Berry; James Hingle; Thomas Cossee; Jules Martin, and Sidney Mevers. The following young girls all dressed in white and carrying bouquets and and the following young boys and girls accompanied the remains as guards in honor: Girs: Lilly Barry; Louise Berry; Ella Montedonieo; Ella Hingle; Della Cossee and Viola Andignac. Boys: Herby Mevers; Emmett Barry; Frank Cosse; Dexter Morlier; Lional Favret; and Lionel Martin. Rev. Father Colle officiated at the funeral service which was sung by Mr. H.O. Martin with organ accompaniment...... Little Bertha is dead, but her memory will long live with us.... William A. LOAR, died at Pilot town, Louisiana on Wednesday the 5th of April, 1899, at 5:30 p.m., age 40 years and 11 days. After many months of suffering, Mr. Loar last Wednesday succumbed and found rest in the bosom of his Creator. He leaves a wife and five children.J.J. RADDOVICH died at Grand Prairie on Wednesday, 26 April 1899 at 10 a.m. age 34 years. J. Stanley LANDRY, JR. the young son of Superintendent Landry of the New Orleans & Grand Isle Railroad. Age 15 Years has died. Supt. Landry is well known in Plaquemines Parish (published 13 May 1899) Florence TAGGART, who was lost in the terriable “Paul Jones” disaster in early January 1899 was found and identified six miles from Breton Island. The body has all been covered by sand except for one hand, which let her be discovered by Captain Steve Push. Her clothes and jewelry were identified by her parents who took her remains to Indianapolis for burial. Julia CAVANACH, died at Home Place, Parish of Plaquemines, on Wednesday the 7th of June 1899, wife of Charles BALLAY, age 45 years. A native of Ireland and a resident of Louisiana for 25 years. The deceased was in the prime of life and the news of her death was unexpected. Mr. Ballay is the popular Police Juror of the 9th ward. Ambrois MARTIN, departed this life last Sunday afternoon, 4 June 1899 at his residence in Pointe-ala-Hatche. The deceased was a descendent of two of the oldest families that settled in Louisiana. He was the youngest son of Maximillion Martin and Marie De Bernodiere. His Mother was the issue of the marriage of Francois Barrios and Louise De Bernodiere, themselves descendents of French Families of high rank and distinction. Maximillion Martin, his father was born 3 November 1801. He was the son of Joseph Martin and Genevieve Yarborough. The latter was a native of Virginia and of good English stock. She came here as a young girl with her father , Dr. Joseph Smith Yarborough, and her Mother Marie Jordan O’Neil, both natives of Virginia> Dr. Yarborough was a descendent of the celebrated , the founder of Jamestown.(My NOTE: His John Smith was a early settler to Virginia, but was not the one of Jamestown, G.A.) His Grandfather, Joseph Martin, born 7 Oct. 1772 was the issue of the marriage of Francois Martin, a native of St. Mangrin, France and Margarete Denes. The latter was the daughter of William Denes, a native of Ireland, and Christine Delery, whose parents were French and highly distinguished in the service of their Mother Country. It will thus be seen that the deaceased was a descendent of some of the oldest most honored, and distinguished that came to this country. His ancestors are all traced to Europe, but the descendents have been here for many generations, over two centuries, in fact. Ambrois Martin reflected honor on his ancestry. He was one of the purest and most honorable men that we have ever met. He was raised and reared in opulence, his father being wealthy in antebellum days, but he met with a succession of reverses as the years rolled by and he died poor., but contented and happy in the consiousness that he had never wronged any living being. He died a devoted Christian, being a pratical Catholic. Requiescar In Pace Eugene DURABB, a well known citizen and planter of Buras, died at his home on 7 th Of July 1899, age 35 years, and was buried at the Catholic Cemetery of that place. He leaves a wife and five children. Morris L. LOUDERBOUGH, died at his home at Grand Prairie, Louisiana, 9 July 1899, age 71 years. A native of Bristol, Penn. . He leaves a widow and four grown sons. Dr. J. Ford HODGE of Tallulah, Madison Parish was murdered by two Italians, Frank and Joe Detatta. He was shot twice in the stomach with a shot gun. The citizens of that place lynched Frank and Joe Cereon, and three others Italians, Charles Detatta, Si. Deferoch and John Cereno. When the Doctor was shot, the last three men rushed forward with knives and guns to finish the murderous job. Charles MORENA, a young boy about seventeen, was murdered by John Ritz, of St. Charles Parish on the Deer Range Plantation. Morena was found in a cane patch in a kneeling position with a degger through the heart. (published 19 Aug. 1899) Anna MARTIN, died in New Orleans on Thursday 10 August 1899, at 3 a.m.; beloved wife of William E. Strucke, age 34 years. The deceased was a native of Pointe-ala-Hatche and a daughter of the late Joseph Martin, who was one of our most prominent men. She leaves a husband, three small children, and a large number of relatives. Stanley LEROY, died on Sept. 1, 1899, was killed by Emille Louis, a clerk in the 5th ward registration office. Leroy was instantly killed. It was a political argument that led to the murder of which there were several witnesses. Leroy was a native of Pointe-ala-Hatche, and had just attained 22 years of age, but in childhood had moved to New Orleans with his parents, Mr. & mrs. Charles Leroy, who have a large number of relatives here. Elizabeth MARTIN, died in New Orleans on Monday 4 Sept. 1899 at 11:15 a.m. age 49 years. The remains of Mrs. Martin, widow of Onezime Martin, were transported from New Orleans to Pointe-ala - Hatche last Tuesday and laid to rest in the family tomb. The deceased was a native of this parish, Her father in antebellum was one of the most prominent citizens of Plaquemines. She leaves a family to mourn her death, who among whom and the oldest of her children is Mr. Henry Martin, well known is both here and New Orleans. Mrs. HENSON, died of yellow fever at Alliance Plantation, her husband, the overseer of that place . (published 7 Oct. 1899) James P. Lartigue, died on Tuesday 3 Oct. 1899, at 3:10 p.m. ; age 44 years, a native of New Orleans. The deceased resided in this parish for sometime, where he has a wide circle of friends. Mrs Ellen WHITEHEAD, of Venice, Louisiana, died 15 Oct. 1899, age 87 years, a native of Ireland and a residence of this parish for 50 years. Let us hope that after the many ills and sorrows of this life that he has at last found somewhere in this boundless universe, a realm where eternal peace bestows its reward for earthly virtue.... Mrs, Whitehead died at the residence of Mr. Washington Harris. Mrs. Thomas WORTHINGTON, died in Birmingham, Ala. at 2:30 a.m. 22 Oct. 1899, of typhoid fever. Mrs. Worthington, was the former Josephine WILKINSON, and born in Plaquemines Parish, Louisiana on 21 July 1861. Her parents, Dr. and Mrs.J.B. Wilkinson are still living. She was the youngest member of their family and besides her bereaved father and mother and her devoted husband and little children, leaves seven broyhers to mourn her loss, among whom most prominently known to the public are Gen. Appraisers J.B. Wilkinson of New York. ; Hon. Theo S. Wilkinson who twice represented our first Louisiana District in Congress, and Dr. C.P. Wilkinson, who has been a high and noted official in our Public Health Service for many years. With her parents she left Louisiana in 1884 to reside at Pass Christian, Miss. Where she was married in 1887 to Mr. Thomas Worthington, a former distinguished young officer in the Navy, then and now engaged largely in the mining industries of North Alabama. From the year of marriage to date of her death, Mrs. Worthington lived in Columbia, Tenn. and Birmingham, Ala.... Mrs. Peter RIOCH, died at Buras 27 October 1899 at 7 P.M. age 27 years, and beloved wife of Peter Rioch and daughter of Dominick MASAPERNO, May her soul rest in peace. Mr. Pierre Bertile DRAGON, died in New Orleans on Wednesday Night, 22 Nov. 1899, His remains were brought here Friday and laid to rest in the Dragon Family tomb, At one time , not so many years ago, P.B. Dragon was probably the wealthiest man in Pointe-ala-Hatche , of which place he was a native, He was owner of the Farmers Rice Mill and a small steamboat named “Rice Farmer” Misfortune befell him and he lost gradually all he possessed, dying in poverty. a good and honest man, and leaves many old friends here who will mourn his death. Fred PRITCH, died last Thursday afternoon , 23 Nov. 1899, drowned on Magnolia Plantation in a pond containing no more than two feet of water. The unfortuanate fellow who was a stranger on the place , having been there only one day, had gone to the mill pond to wash his clothes....the autopsy showed he due to epilepsy. Mrs. August JEANTREAU (sic) died in New Orleans on Tuesday last at 4:30 p.m. 28 Nov. 1899, Her remains were transported to Pointe-ala0Hatche Thursday Morning and buried in St. Thomas Cemetery. The deceased was a native of this parish and spent the greater portion of her life in our midst. Mr. Joseph CAZZEZU of Buras died the latter part of November, 1899. Mrs. Clement A. BROWN, nee MEVERS, age 39 years and 9 days. She died at Poinye-ala-Hatche on Tuesday, 19 December, 1899 at 6:30 a.m..... The deceased was endowed with a most lovable character and with a sperit sweet, affectionate, sensitive and pure with noble aspirations. She loved her church, she led a pure Christian life and died a Saint. The flowers whiched adorned the alter on the day of her obsequics were the fruit of her labor, the organ which pealed forth the solem anthem over her remains was procured through her indefatiguable efforts...... Blessed are the pure in heart for they shall see God. She is embalmed in the honor and love of us all. Rest, Sperit Rest. Robert Hingle Theodore E. MARTIN, died at City Price, Louisiana on Tuesday 19 December, 1899, at 8:30 p.m., age 17 years and 8 months, beloved son of Mr. and Mrs. Davis Martin. Midst a large gatherine of grief strickened friends and relatives, all that is moetal of young Theodore Martin was quitely laid to rest last Wednesday. Young indeed was he, hardly eighteen, that age at which one just beginning the battle of life...... Ted, as he was called was possessed of extraordinary talent, being inventive and used his skill to advantage..... Our community loses one who had a promising future and would have in time reflected honor upon his people. -END-