Slope County, Marmarth Mail - (1931 - 1933) Extracted and contributed by Trudy Mckean, NDGenWeb Coordinator for Slope County. ************************************************************************ USGENWEB ARCHIVES NOTICE: These electronic pages may NOT be reproduced in any format for profit or presentation by any other organization or persons. Persons or organizations desiring to use this material, must obtain the written consent of the contributor, or the legal representative of the submitter, and contact the listed USGenWeb archivist with proof of this consent. ************************************************************************ (C) 1999 Trudy McKean Excerpts of birth, death, marriage, and miscellaneous announcements from The Marmarth Mail, Slope Co., Volume XXIII, No. 3, January 16, 1931 through Volume XXII, No. 52, December 26, 1930 Volume XXIII, No. 3, January 16, 1931 Sheriff Frandland of Fallon County Dies At Baker Sheriff W. B. Frankland, died at a Baker hospital Wednesday evening of subacute bacterial endocarditis. Funeral will be held at Baker Sunday, 2:00 p.m. On Saturday, Jan 17, 1930 a baby girl was born to Mr. and Mrs. Leland Richey of Miles City. The little Miss has been named Beverly Ann. Volume XXIII, No. 7 January 29 1931 A license to wed was issued Tuesday from the office of the Clerk of Court to Les Holman of Marmarth, and Oliva Lamb of Rhame, N.D. - Baker Times. Volume XXIII, No. 8, February 6, 1931 Obituary for Mrs. John Bagley, nee Gertrude Laura Doescher (majority of article is illegible) Volume XXIII, No. 10, February 20, 1931 Sunday afternoon Feb. 8, 1931 a baby boy was born to Mrs. Ray Wells at Elizabeth Hospital, Baker, Mont. Volume XXIII, No. 12, March 6, 1931 Card of Thanks We wish to extend our heartfelt thanks to all those who extended aid and sympathy to us in our recent bereavement, in the death of wife and mother. And to the Eastern Star and Royal Neighbors, and the many others whose kindness will never be forgotten. F. I. Granger, Arthur I. Ashley and Family, Chester F. Ashley and family. Obituary of Mrs. Frank Leslie Granger (a length and difficult to read article follows) Volume XXIII, No. 13, March 13, 1931 Mother of Marmarth Milwaukee Employee Dies at Bowman Mrs. John shields, mother of H. D. Shields of this city, died at Bowman, Tuesday morning, March 10, 1931. Mrs. Shields was 67 years old. Death was caused by double pneumonia. Deceased is survived by her husband, one son, H.D. Shields, of Marmarth and one daughter, Mrs. F. W. Pengray of Mobridge. Funeral services were held at Bowman Friday. Deceased's husband has been in charge of the Milwaukee's water supply for many years. Volume XXIII, No. 14, March 20, 1931 Margaret Beekman, six-year old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Carl Beekman of Deep Creek community, died at a Baker hospital Tuesday night, March 10, 1931, following an operation for a ruptured appendix. Funeral services were held at the Mound church last Saturday, conducted by a minister from Hettinger. For the funeral the church was crowded with sympathizing friends. Card of Thanks We wish to extend our sincere thanks to neighbors and friends who so kindly and generously extended sympathy and aid to us in the death of our wife and mother. John Shields and family. Volume XXIII, No. 16, April 8, 1931 Funeral Service For Tabor Baby Funeral services were conducted from the Congregational church Tuesday, March 31, 1931, for the six-months old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Tabor, Rev. S. S. Heghin officiating. The little child had not been in the best of health for the past several months and was under the care of a physician at the time of her death which occurred at the ranch home 17 miles north of Marmarth in the Horse creek country, last Sunday, March 29. Interment was made in the Riverside cemetery at Marmarth. All mourn her advent into the world ****** she had endeared herself to all those who had come into contact where her and her loss will be greatly mourned by the immediate family and the many friends of the Tabor family. Volume XXIII, No. 21, May 8, 1931 R.N. Hoover Dies Suddenly Monday The many friends of Richard N. Hoover were grieved to hear that he passed away last Monday morning at the Mobridge hospital where he was taken Sunday night for treatment. Death was caused from the result of an accidental fall from a porch about 4 feet high. Mr. Hoover stepped off the porch and fell backwards lighting on his back breaking his spine. The accident took place Sunday afternoon and his injury was not thought so very serious until that evening he became paralyzed. It was then decided to take him to the Mobridge hospital where he died the next morning at ** o'clock a.m. Mr. Hoover had been a resident of Marmarth for many years and was an employee of the Milwaukee railroad, starting in their employ soon after he came to this country. Mr. Hoover has many friends in Marmarth and community who will mourn the loss of a true friend and loyal citizen. As far as is known, one brother living at Morris, Minn. is the nearest living relatives. The remains were shipped to Morris where interment will be made. Married Mr. and Mrs. James H. Cramer received a telegram Tuesday stating that Miss Catherine McTeer of Beaufort, S.C. and Lieut. M. A. Cramer, were to be married Thursday. Lieut. Cramer was detached from service at Parris Island, S.C., U.S.M.C. post Wednesday and expects to said for Nicaragua May 21, he having signed up for special services with the Nicaragua army. The bride and groom planned to leave Beaufort Thursday with the expectation of arriving home in Marmarth Tuesday evening. Their stay here will necessarily be short as they must arrive back at Norfolk, Va. In time for Mr. Cramer to embark the 21st. Mr. and Mrs. James Cramer will hold an open house reception for the bridal couple on Tuesday evening at which all will be welcome. The Mail joins with the many friends of the newlyweds in wishing them all the happiness and good luck there is to be derived from this life. Volume XXIII, No. 23, May 22, 1931 Benson-Richey Miss Eunice Benson of Reeder, and Mr. Fred Richey of Marmarth were united in the bonds of matrimony at Baker, Mont. Saturday evening May 16, at the Lutheran parish, Rev. Nelson officiating. The young couple are both well and favorably known in Marmarth and surrounding communities having taken an active part in social and other activities and were especially popular among the younger set. Mrs. Richey ahs been teaching school for several years in one of the rural districts south of Marmarth and the patrons of her school will regret her going. Mr. Richey has spent the greater share of his life in Marmarth and ahs for the past several years been an employee of the F. R. Barnes & Company store where he continues as a clerk at that institution. The happy young couple have started housekeeping in an apartment over the L. A. Gibbs Hardware store and will make their home here in Marmarth. The Mail joins with the many friends of Mr. and Mrs. Richey in wishing them joy and happiness in their journey through life together. Henry Baker at one time a resident of Marmarth and a brakeman on the Milwaukee was accidentally killed at New England Wednesday. He was acting in his capacity as brakeman when the fatal accident happened. Mr. Baker has many friends here in Marmarth will be very sorry hear of his untimely death and who will extend sincere sympathies to the family he has left behind. Volume XXIII, No. 25, June 5, 1931 Kamarad-Williams The old saying that a secret never keeps proved to be false when it became known Saturday that Miss Jeanette Williams and Earle Kamarad had stolen a march on their friends and had been married since April 18. A few of their friends had their suspicions but nothing could be found out for certain there was nothing to do but wait until the truth would out. In the afternoon of April 18, 1931, this estimable young couple with the aid of Ed. W. Jensen, hied themselves away to Baker, made the necessary arrangements and were married by Rev. Nelson. Ed. Jensen and the Mrs. Rev. Nelson were witnesses to the ceremony. After the nuptial knot had been securely tied they quietly returned home and nard a word was said to give the secret away. Saturday night a party of the newlyweds friends got together and the rattle of tin pans and whatnots were to be heard loudly proclaiming the fact that the secret had leaked out. The Mail joins with the many friends of this happy young couple in wishing them happiness on their journey through life together. Dr. and Mrs. Richer are the proud parents of a new baby boy born Saturday May 29 at Rhame. Volume XXIII, No. 26, June 12, 1931 A baby boy was born to Mrs. Frank Palmer of Grants Pass, Ore., at Marmarth Tuesday. All concerned are getting along nicely. Volume XXIII, No. 29, July 3, 1931 Obituary Fred F. Butler was born in Eckford, Michigan, July 16, 1872 and died June 16, 1931, being at the time of his demise the age of 58 years and 11 months. Mr. Butler came to the Black Hills of South Dakota when he was a young man 21 years old and later came to North Dakota where he has since resided, engaging in the stock business in the west. In February 1916, he was united in married to Miss Lucy Doescher and born four daughters and three sons of which two sons and three daughters survive to mourn his loss with their mother. Mr. Butler is also survived by six brothers and one sister all of whom are living in Michigan. Mr. Butler was a man who had always lived a clean upright life and was of sterling character and stern integrity and was known throughout the country for his honesty and upright dealings in his business affairs. Mr. Butler was a devoted husband and father, always anxious for the welfare of his family. He was a man who took his responsibilities with deep regard and to say the least his passing is a distinct loss to this community. Volume XXIII, No. 31, July 17, 1931 One Man Dead Two Women Hurt An accident which proved fatal to A. W. Luff, 22 of Rhame and seriously injured his two sisters Virginia 17 and Laura took place early Sunday morning between Rhame and Bowman early Sunday morning when the steering gear on the car in which the young people were riding broke and threw the car over. A third sister was unhurt. Luff a sailor was home on leave and had been home but a few days the fatal accident took place. Virginia is now in a hospital in Dickinson suffering with a broken hip and is quite badly cut and bruised. Laura escaped with a broken collar bone. The dead boy leaves his sisters, two brothers and his mother. Obituary Eugene Volney Harris was born August 24, 1882 at Fondu Lac, Wis. When about 10 years of age, his parents moved to Alden, Minn., and later to Kingston where he lived on the farm until 1908 when he came to North Dakota and filed on the homestead near Mound where he spent the rest of his days. He was married to Clara Widhand of Kingston, Minn., March 9, 1911 at Bowman. Tot his union 8 children were born, the first passing away in infancy. Adelbut, Darcy, Harriett, Edna, Ealene, Roy and Maxine are still living. One brother, Earl Harris of Kingston, Minn. And one sister, Mrs. J. B. McLean of Pulaski, N.E., and various other relatives are friends are left to mourn his loss. He passed away at his home suddenly from heart failure Friday, July 3. Funeral services were held Monday afternoon July 6 at the Lyle Presbyterian Church at Amidon, Rev. Matthson officiating. A hush of sadness has fallen over the whole community as Gene Harris has always been one of its outstanding characters. He was one of the first in any work for the betterment of the community and was one of the township officers ever since its organization and many years a member of the school board, his services were above criticism. He was one of the most faithful and cheerful supporters of the Mound church. Faithful as he was in public affairs, his highest ambition was to do for his family. No effort was spared that they might have the best of everything he could possibly give them. They and his family have the deepest sympathy of the Mount community. Volume XXIII, No. 33, July 31, 1931 Dayton Hammel Passes For the second time within almost a week Marmarth citizens have been shocked by the passing of one of us into the Great Beyond. Suffering from a contusion of the brain, caused by a fall from a horse, Dayton Hammel passed away at the Miles City Hospital Monday morning at 4:00 a.m. Dayton lay in a semi-comatose condition most of the time after the injury, although at intervals, he revealed signs of knowing what was going on about him. (Lengthy Article follows) Obituary Dayton Wilson Hammel, son of Mr. and Mrs. William Hammel, was born at Fulton, South Dakota, on March 5, 1912. In 1917 he came with his parents to Marmarth where he has lived almost continuously since. He leaves to mourn his loss his father and mother, three sisters, Mrs. ** Hedges, Mrs. Velda Dale and Miss Luella, also four brothers, Burton, Donald, William, Jr. and Gordon Gray Stuart Dies at Helena, Mont. The many friends of Gray Stuart a long time resident of Marmarth and community were sorrowed by the sad news that he had died at Helena, Montana, Thursday evening. Mr. Stuart several weeks ago in company with several other men of Marmarth went to Helena to work on gas line and was driving a truck there up to the time of his untimely demise. We are unable to give a detail account of his death this week. Obituary George W. Cleveland was born in Dubuque, Iowa, June 12, 1864 and died Monday, July 20, 1931 at the age of 67 years. In 1874 he moved from Dubuque to Esterville and lived there until 1900 and from there moved to Milwaukee where he was engaged in the grocery business until 1907. From Milwaukee he came to this section of the country and took up a homestead on the Little Beaver creek where he resided until 1918, then moved in to Marmarth where he spent the remainder of his life. George W. Cleveland was united in marriage to Miss Emily Kosky in Esterville, Ia, August 20, 1890. To this union 2 sons were born Darius W. and Lorring G. of Monroe, Wash. who survive him. He leaves to mourn his loss besides his two sons, one brother James W. of Esterville, Ia and numerous other relatives. Mr. Cleveland has lived in this part of North Dakota for many years and was a staunch member of the Masonic Lodge. Funeral services were conducted Friday afternoon July 24 at 2:00 o'clock from the Masonic hall. Rev. Davies officiating. Card of Thanks I wish to take this means of thanking the Masonic Order and all of my friends who so kindly assisted and extended their sympathies during the illness and death of my beloved father. D. W. Cleveland Card of Thanks We wish to express our sincere thanks for the sympathy and floral offerings extended us during the sickness and death of our beloved son and brother. We especially desire to thank the Football Boys for all their kindness. Mr. and Mrs. William Hammel, Mr. and Mrs. Kenneth Dale, Mr. and Mrs. O.O. Hedges and Bobby, Mr. and Mrs. Burton Hammel, Donald, Billy, Louella and Gordon Volume XXIII, No. 34, August 7, 1931 Obituary Jackson Gray Stuart was born at Basham, Virginia, February 20, 1884 and died at Helena, Montana, July 31, 1931. Funeral rites were observed at the Congregational church Sunday August 2 at 2 o'clock. Rev. Heghin officiating. Interment was made in Riverside cemetery, Marmarth, North Dakota. He was borne to his resting place by old-time friends - his old schoolmate, Coatney Hall, A. E. Willis, M. S. Olson, S. P. Crane, C. G. Tabor and Orville Phillips. Mr. Stuart came to North Dakota in 19092 and located at the Stuart Post Office on Horse creek north of Marmarth. Later he journeyed back to Virginia when his mother became a widow to assist in the care of the younger children. Returning to North Dakota he located on a homestead south of Marmarth. He was united in marriage to Anna Hahman, September 8, 1909, at Bowman, North Dakota. To this union was born one child, Mary Victoria, July 24, 1910. He was a pioneer in the development of the roads and streets of this community. He leaves to mourn his loss, a wife and her mother of this city, a daughter of Spearfish, South Dakota; a mothers, Mrs. Mary E. Stuart of Basham, Virginia; five sisters, Mrs. J. Argabright, Basham, Virginia, Mrs. W. Akers, Elizabethtown, Tenn; Mrs. A. O. Peterson, Pomroy, Iowa; Mrs. W. C. Willis, Mound, N. Dak.; Mrs. Nena Sonnek, Marmarth, N.D.; and three brothers Everett Stuart of Carlyle, Montana; P. H. Stuart and Chas. Stuart of Marmarth, N.D. In our friends and neighbor Mr. Stuart, we had a character unusual in his ability to help others never a deed too small that would contribute to another's happiness, never a deed too large that he would not undertaken to further the community spirit. A loyal citizen in every respect has passed from our midst and with untold grief we submit to the will of God - relatives and friends alike mourning the loss of a dear one. Card of Thanks We wish to extend our sincerest gratitude to all for the tender expressions of sympathy and respect, thru services and floral offerings in our sudden bereavement, the passing of our beloved Jackson Gray Stuart. Volume XXIII, No. 37, August 28, 1931 Ethol Way of Mobridge, S.D. and Dwight Hart of Marmarth were married in Baker on Wednesday August 19. The groom with his father, is operating a farm west of Marmarth where the young couple will continue to make their home for the present. Volume XXIII, No. 39, September 11, 1931 Richmond-Dahl Nuptials Miss Jean Richmond and Mr. Clarence Dahl of Mobridge were united in marriage at the Congregational Church in Marmarth Saturday morning by Rev. S. S. Heghin. A happy and impressive wedding was consummated at the altar of the Congregational church Saturday morning when Rev. S. S. Heghin read the service and pronounced the words that made Mr. Clarence Dahl of Mobridge, S.D. and Miss Jean Patricia Richmond of Marmarth husband and wife. The wedding party consisted of the principles who ere supported by Miss Annie Richmond, sister of the bride as bridesmaid and Fred Richey as best man; Mr. John Richmond, father of the bride, who led his charming daughter to the altar where he gave her in marriage and Mrs. John Richmond who accompanied the bridal party to the altar which was tastily decorated with autumn flowers and wild clematis. (A lengthy article follows.) Volume XXIII, No. 42, October 2, 1931 Announcement cards have been received in the city this week announcing the wedding of Miss Loretta Marie Ulmen to Mr. J. Everett Winter at Miles City Sept. 1. They will make their home in Paso Robles, Ca. Everett has many friends in Marmarth who all join in wishing him all the happiness and good luck thru life. Volume XXIII, No. 50, November 27, 1931 Burke-Hedges Married at the Presbyterian Manse on Saturday afternoon at five o'clock the Rev. Merton S. Fales officiating, Miss Grace Burke of Baker, Mont. And Oliver Gault Hedges of Marmarth. The witnesses were Mrs. M. S. Fales and Merton Fales, Jr. The bridegroom is employed as a special agent on the Milwaukee railroad here, while the bride is a popular young woman at the Fallon county capital. They will make their home at Marmarth. Volume XXIII, No. 52, December 11, 1931 James Hunter Passed Away Suddenly Fri. Injured In Near Fatal Accident About Two Months Ago James Hunter, Jr. after escaping death by a narrow margin on October 17, in an accident, the result of a collision on the Yellowstone trail between here and Baker, when his Chevy couple collided with a truck driven by Walter Schoen, passed away suddenly while in the act of retiring at the Hunter ranch Friday night. (a lengthy and difficult to read article follows) Mr. and Mrs. Paul Byington of Mobridge, S.D. are the proud parents of a baby girl born Saturday. Volume XXIV, No. 5, January 15, 1932 Mr. and Mrs. Elmer Flor are proud parents of a baby girl born Sunday morning. Volume XXIV, No. 14, March 18, 1932 Mr. and Mrs. Shields are proud parents of a seven pound baby boy born Friday morning. Volume XXIV, No. 15, March 25, 1932 Grandpa Shields came down from Bowman Sunday to make the acquaintance of his new name-sake John Howard Shields. Volume XXIV, No. 17, April 8, 1932 Newlyweds Leave On Honeymoon Mr. and Mrs. Charles P. Shine departed Monday morning for points in the Dakotas, where they will spend their honeymoon visiting. They were married Sunday noon in Miles City by the Rev. Fr. J. J. O'Carroll with John Shine, brother of the groom, and Marie Cummings, a friend of the bride as witnesses, all of whom are of Miles City. The bride is the former Miss Opal Berg, and is widely acquainted in Miles City, having been a beauty operator for several years. Mr. Shine has been working out of Marmarth for the Milwaukee railroad during the past fourteen months. Mr. Shine has been in the employ of the railroad for fourteen years. Mr. and Mrs. Shine will make their home in the Wyman apartments of this city. Joe Frundel, the depot agent at Lemmon, died suddenly last Saturday afternoon. Mr. and Mrs. Frundel have many friends in Marmarth who are grieved to hear of his sudden death. Volume XXIV, No. 22, May 13, 1932 Mr. and Mrs. Ray Peterson are the proud parents of a nine pound baby girl, born Friday night. Volume XXIV, No. 23, May 20, 1932 Mr. and Mrs. Ronald Richmond of Baker are the proud parents of a baby boy who came to their home Friday Volume XXIV, No. 24, May 27, 1932 A baby boy was born to Mrs. Earl Kameron last week at the Rhame Hospital the little one died soon. The sympathy of the whole community goes out these young people in their loss. Volume XXIV, No. 25, June 3, 1932 Archie Knutson and Ann Watbury were married in Baker, Mont. Tuesday. Mr. Knudson was a resident in former years and has a great number of friends here, everyone of whom extend their congratulations and wish a happy moment every sixty seconds. Volume XXIV, No. 26, June 10, 1932 Born to Mr. and Mrs. Harry Catey at the hospital in Mobridge on Memorial Day, a baby boy which fills the Cateys out with a pair of boys as well as a pair of girls. Volume XXIV, No. 27, June 17, 1932 Henry P. Nitcy Henry P. Nitcy was born in Milwaukee, Wis, January 13, 1850, dying at his home in Marmarth June 9, 1932. He was 82 years 4 months and 26 days old. When twelve years old he came to Olmstead County, Minnesota and in 1877 was united in marriage to Anna Reed of the same county. To this union nine children were born, Henry Joseph and James of Marmarth, Paul of O**ot*, Wyoming. Mrs. O. C. Atkinson of M***croft, Wyoming, Mrs. C. O. Brown of Mizpha, Montana, Mose of Kearney, Wyoming and Mrs. Dan Tartar of Lodgegrace, Montana. One child died in infancy. In 1903 he moved with his family to North Dakota where he has lived every since. He was a very conscientious man and square in his dealing with his fellow men. He was confirmed and raised a catholic and died true to the faith. Funeral services were held at the home Sunday P.M. Mrs. R. Leary officiating as Father Krank was unable to get here on account of poor road conditions. Interment as made at Riverside Cemetery. He leaves to mourn him eight children, twenty-two grand children, seven great grand children, one nephew and a host of friends. Volume XXIV, No. 29, July 1, 1932 Donahue Killed in Wreck Meet Death When He Tips Over Car Going Home (article is very difficult to read but subject is Mike Donahue) Volume XXIV, No. 32, July 22, 1932 Robert A. West Passes Away At Rhame Hospital After an illness extending over a long period, Robert Arthur West passed away at the Rhame hospital last Saturday night. "Bob" West as he was known to the Marmarth people, was born April 20, 1888 at Doland, S.D. He was the son of Chas. J. and Eleanor West, who have preceded him in death. He was married to Mable Groft in Aberdeen, S.D., August 6, 1916. To this union three children were born - Wilmina June age 13, Robert Groft age 10 and Mabel Lois age 7. He leaves to mourn his departure, besides his wife and children - one sister, Mrs. Joe Thebault of Hot Springs, S.D. and two brothers, J. O. West of Redfield, S.D., and T. L. West of West Goose Creek, Texas, and a host of friends. Burial services from the Congregational church at Marmarth took place last Wednesday afternoon conducted by Rev. S. S. Heghin, assisted by the Masonic ritualistic services at the interment in Riverside cemetery. As a citizen of this community, he was esteemed by all. At the time of his death, he was a member of the city commission of Marmarth, in which he had served for many years. His smile and pleasant ways made the day seem brighter to those who met him. He was kind, thoughtful, considerate and understanding. His passing apparently before his work was completed, is a sad happening and the sympathy of the community goes out particularly to his bereaved wife and children. Volume XXIV, No. 33, July 29, 1932 Mrs. H. Keiser, 59, of Bowman, Dies Following a major operation at a hospital in Bismarck, death came to Mrs. Henry Heiser of Bowman on Friday of last week. The body was prepared for burial in Bismarck and brought to Bowman Saturday. The funeral took place Monday. Deceased is survived b6y her husband and two sisters. Volume XXIV, No. 36, August 19, 1932 Funeral Rites for Mrs. Ida Havener Held Tuesday (article is illegible) Obituary Richard Dwight Hart, infant son of Mr. and Mrs. Dwight Hart of this city, passed away Saturday, August 13th. The child was born June 19, attaining the age of two months and one day. Funeral services were conducted Sunday afternoon at 2 o'clock from the home. Rev. Ernest Rekow officiating. He took for his text Romans viii, 28. An appropriate vocal number was rendered by four young ladies: Myrtle Jestness, Edna Larson, Cora Williams and Alene Knopf. Interment was made in Riverside cemetery. Volume XXIV, No. 37, August 26, 1932 S.K. Lewis, 66 Answers Final Summons Aug. 21 (Article is illegible) Volume XXIV, No. 38, September 2, 1932 A report comes to the Mail of the marriage last Sunday of Mr. Earl Corneil and Miss Hilda Nottveit, both of this city. Particulars are not available at this time. Volume XXIV, No. 44, October 21, 1932 Funeral Services for Mrs. Brown Friday afternoon at 2 o'clock services were held at the M.A. Brown home for Clara Brown. At 2:30 services were held at the Methodist church with Rev. Davies officiating. A beautiful service was given with the assistance of the Senior choir. Two marked favorite hymns of Clara Brown's were sung in excellent fashion. They were "Bury Thy Sorrow" and "We are Going Down the Valley One by One." Clara Brown had long been a sufferer with asthma and her death was caused by weakening of the heart because of severe asthmatic attacks. Clara Stremen was born in Racine, Wisconsin December 18, 1880. On February 27, the Rev. Hay united she and Morton a Brown in holy wedlock. They made their home in Corliss, Wisconsin, where two sons, Alonzo William and Kenneth Clare were born. In March 1907 the family moved to Marmarth where they have since made their home. Clara Brown's entire life has been spent doing good and preparing to meet her God. Every friend and acquaintance was impressed by the radiance her kindliness and goodness spread. She was called home at one o'clock Tuesday, October 18th, 1932. Those who are left will miss her kindly ways and loving thoughtfulness. They are her beloved husband Morton A. Brown, Harriet E. Brown, Alonzo William Brown and family, Kenneth Claire Brown and family of Racine, Mr. and Mrs. Geo. Nelson of Racine, Mr. and Mrs. Harry Oatowood of Racine, Mr. and Mrs. Al Stremen of Racine, besides a host of dear friends from all parts of the country. Volume XXIV, No. 48, November 11, 1902 Death Summons Grandma Holland A great loss to the community was sustained in the passing away of Mrs. Theodore Nye Holland, otherwise fondly and lovingly remembered as Grandma Holland, on November 5, 1932. Miss Lillia Estella Fitch married Theodore Nye Holland in March, 1880. The union was blessed with three children, Harry and Fred of Denver and a daughter Mabel, now Mrs. Shirley Richey of this city. (A lengthy article follows) Volume XXIV, No. 12, March 3, 1933 Lora Ellen Childers Lora Ellen Walls was born Jan. 10, 1858 in Decatur, Ill., and died Feb. 17, 1933 at the home at her daughter, Mrs. O. H. Bethke, 1808 Ivy St., Miles City, Montana. In 1884 she was united in marriage with Asbury Childers, Sr. at Decatur, Ill. Where Mr. Childers died Aug. 10, 1914. Four children are living, Asbury and Theron of Marmarth, Warren Childers of Watauga, S.D., and Mrs. O. H. Bethke of Miles City, Mont., one daughter, Emma having died in 1897 at the age of 4 years. There are also one step-daughter, Mrs. A. Martin, one brother, W. H. Wells and two nieces, Mrs. P. S. Martinje and Mrs. E. Schreoder, all of whom reside in Decatur, Ill. Funeral services were conducted at the Methodist Church, Monday February 20, by Rev. Wm. S. Davies. Volume XXIV, No. 13, March 10, 1933 Hoopes-Ward All the friends of Mr. and Mrs. A. * Hoopes join in wishing their daughter, Phyllis, a long and happy married life. Miss Phyllis was born in Marmarth so she is known to many. The groom is not known here but we know that she will be happy in her choice. They will be at home at Mt. Vernon, Washington. The following is an excerpt from a clipping just received by Mrs. Shirley Richey. The marriage was solemnized in Seattle on Feb. 17, 1933, and was announced at a dinner party at the home of the bride's parents. The groom, Bert Ward, Jr. son of Mr. and Mrs. Bert Ward, Sr. is employed at the Mt. Vernon Piggly Wiggly store and the bride as been employed at the Lincoln Theatre for more than the past year. Volume XXIV, No. 17, April 7, 1933 J.C. Regan died suddenly at his home in the Mound neighborhood Wednesday. Mr. Regan leaves a daughter, Margaret his wife having passed away a year ago. -Rhame Review. Volume XXIV, No. 19, April 21, 1933 Pneumonia Takes Pioneer Resident of Slope County Mrs. Thomas Powell of Hume township in Slope county, died (balance of article is illegible) Volume XXIV, No. 25, June 2, 1933 Wm. Peterson Killed in Collision Friday (article is virtually illegible) Volume XXIV, No. 26, June 9, 1933 Dr. W. Guthre Wendell Passed Away Thursday (article is virtually illegible) Charley Clark Killed By Truck Monday, June 5 (article is virtually illegible) Volume XXIV, No. 30, July 7, 1933 Dee Thompson Died June 25 Had Been a Resident of Marmarth for the Past Several Years (article is virtually illegible) Visitors Are Married Rev. E. J. Sipes officiated at a wedding ceremony Monday June 26 at which time Theodore Jensen of Isobel, S.D. and Virginia Holman of Marmarth, N.D., were united in marriage. The bride was accompanied by her sister, Mrs. Eva Matson. - Ekalaka Eagle Volume XXIV, No. 32, July 21, 1933 A baby boy was born this week to Mr. and Mrs. Winston Goorman. An eight pound baby arrived at the home of Mr. and Mrs. W. C. Gorman last week. Mother and baby are getting along nicely. Volume XXIV, No. 34, August 3, 1933 Baker Hotel Owner Suicide Former Fallon County Commissioner Hangs Self In Hotel Garage James Pepper bachelor hotel owner of Baker Montana was found hanging from a beam in the garage at the rear of the Commercial Hotel in Baker. James Pepper was 72 years old. He had served as county commission for Fallon county some years ago and was an extensive land owner. Officers believe that suicide prompted by ill health was the cause of death. In his room they found a new suit shirt and other wearable apparently intended as his shroud, officers said. Mrs. Wm. Schade Died Saturday Amelia Marie Schade, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Ferdinand Stahler was born in Brandenburg Germany, September 20, 1883. When 8 years old she came to the United States with her parents, one brother and one sister and lived near Manawa Wisconsin. She was baptized and confirmed in Lutheran faith. She was married to Charles Schoen in 1903 and resided in the vicinity of Marion, Wisconsin. To this union were born three children: Mabel, Watler and Ethel. She came to North Dakota in 1910, and in 1912 was married to W. F. Schade and resided on a farm near Bowman. To this union were born three children: Alice, Hazel and Anna. In 1919 the family moved to Marmarth. She is mourned by her six children: Mrs. Gessinger of Roslyn, Washington, Ethel Schoen of Minneapolis, Walter, Alice, Hazel and Anna of Marmarth. Her husband two brothers, one sister and mother and two grand children. Her father preceded her in death by one year and four months. Interment was made in Riverside Cemetery in Marmarth. Rev. Meyers of Scranton officiating. Mrs. Schade was 49 years, 10 months and 9 days old. Volume XXIV, No. 35, august 11, 1933 John R. Dyer Killed Friday in Auto Wreck Grasshopper Hitting Driver in Eye Caused Car to Leave Road Near Marmarth A grasshopper flying through the open window of a car and hitting the driver in the eye was the cause of a fatal accident about five miles east of Marmarth Friday. Mrs. Dyer, who was driving the car, and two sons, were also injured in the wreck. They are recovering in the Rhame hospital, where they were taken by passing motorists. Mr. Dyer died Friday night in the hospital and his body was sent to his home at Boise, Idaho. Mrs. Dyer and two sons are reported to be recovering but will be confined to the hospital for several days. Since January 1, there has been 48 deaths by car in North Dakota. This is against 24 deaths during the same time in 1932. Volume XXIV, No. 36, August 18, 1933 Born to Mr. and Mrs. Harold Rue at the Rhame Hospital Tuesday morning a baby boy. Everyone is doing nicely. Volume XXIV, No. 45, October 26, 1933 Young Couple Wed at Plevna, Montana Big Wedding Dance Given at Odd Fellow Hall Saturday Night Miss Eloise Crow of Baker, Montana was married to Cecil Hosman last Friday evening at the Congregational Parsonage at **** Mrs. Lucy ******, sister of the bride acted as bridesmaid and ***** ****** as his best man. The young couple will make their home for the winter at Plevna. A big wedding dance was given at the I.O.O.F. hall in Marmarth Saturday evening where a large ******* and the friends of the young couple made merry until an early hour. Their many friends at Marmarth (rest of article is illegible) Volume XXIV, No. 47, November 3, 1933 Bowman Man Victim of Automobile Accident B.M. Pond Fatally Injured, Mrs. Pond in Hospital With Fractured Arm (article is illegible) Volume XXV, N. 1, December 15, 1933 Beckman-Nester Forty or more invited guests gathered at the J.C. Nester home on Friday p.m. at 2 o'clock. The occasion was the wedding of Mr. Wm. Beckman and Miss Dorothy Nester. The impressive wedding ceremony was read by Rev. Rekow. In his brief remarks especially to the newlyweds Rev. Rekow centered his remarks about the theme. The ideal relationship between husband and wife. The sumptuous wedding dinner was served at five o'clock p.m. and the evening was spent in a social way.