Lincoln County NV Archives Obituaries.....Welland, Henry March 9, 1912
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The Pioche Record March 9, 1912
PIONEER CITIZEN CALLED TO THE GREAT BEYOND - Gently and peacefully on last Thursday
morning at about 8:30,, Henry Welland, one of the oldest residents of this town,
responded to the call of the still, small voice.
He had been feeble in health for some time; but owing to his indomitable will and
extreme perseverance, he would not consent to take rest from his business labors. He
became confined to his home only a week before his death, and since then he made a
valiant fight for his life, but his physique had been undermined by years of
hardship in his early life and by his constant business confinement since, and on
last Tuesday it became apparent that he was becoming weaker and appeared to be
losing in the fight he was heroically waging against overwhelming odds.Wednesday,
however, his wonderful vitality again asserted itself and he seemed better for a
time; but Wednesday evening, he became worse and early Thursday morning it was
apparent to his family and friends watching at his bedside that the end was near.
 At the last, his look was heavenly, and as the soul was about to leave its earthly
tenement, a star of hope seemed to appear in his vision, for a gleam of confidence
illumined his countenance and an unusual light shone from his eyes; then he lay back
upon his pillow and gently fell asleep.
 The deceased, in his early life had a varied career, replete with thrilling
adventures. Leaving Germany - his native land, when in his teens emigrated to the
United States and drifted westward to the shores of the great Mississippi and worked
upon the boats plying up and down that river. While he was thus engaged the Civil
War began, and, even though born and reared upon foreign soil he was quick to serve
the need of his adopted country. He enlisted under the Stars and Stripes and
performed valiant service in the Union cause until the war ended.
 Then, the lure of the Great West was too strong a call for a youth of this
venturesome and sturdy qualities to permit to pass unheeded. At that time, there was
a great mining excitement in White Pine county, this state, and he joined the throng
of adventurous spirits which rushed tither. He there made a fortune quickly, lost it
almost as quickly as he had made it, and then, the wheel of fortune turned again and
poured for to him another "stake" of golden treasure. About this time, Pioche was
advancing with rapid strides. Mineral wealth galore was being dug from her treasure
vaults on the hills overlooking the camp, and practically everyone engaged in mining
here was meeting with marvelous success. It was then, in 1869, that Henry Welland
decided to cast Pioche the fortune he had made in White Pine county. He clerked in a
store here for a time, but soon engaged in the mercantile business on his own
account, and in the same business remained until his death. He was here when Pioche
was experiencing a degree of prosperity then rivaled by no camp in Nevada - except
Virginia City. He was here also during the years that adversity as dark as a cloud
upon the camp's horizon, but he met conditions with steadfast fortitude, always
looking forward to brighter days for the camp in which he retained unbounded
confidence.
 During the many years he lived he made several good sized "stakes" in mining. In
business, he was honest, and in his dealings, manifested that true integrity which
is the crowning attribute of genuine character. The quality which made him so loved
by all who knew him was his generous, kindly sympathy - his bigness of heart and
soul. The necessities of many a poor prospector, foot-sore and weary from a long,
tiresome journey in search of treasure, were provided for by Henry Welland even
though the prospector had failed to find the gold or silver.
 In estimating Henry Welland's character, it can be truthfully stated that he
possessed to a marked degree, that regard for the well being and happiness of his
fellow man, which is termed unselfishness - the brightest jewel that can adorn a
human life. Because of this, and his countless nobilities of nature, he possessed a
good name and the loving favor of all who knew him. King Solomon, the wisest man the
world has ever known said in his matchless proverbs: "A good name is more to be
chosen than great riches, and loving favor rather than silver and gold." Henry
Welland possessed the loving favor and respect of the people of Pioche and the
surrounding country. Particularly, he possessed the affection of the little
children, to whom he was ever a kind friend. It is, therefore, a fitting and just
tribute to relate that his life was ruely successful.
 The services were held at the family residence on Cedar Street yesterday afternoon,
being conducted by C.P. Fitzgerald and Chas. Lee Horsey. The remains were followed
to their last resting place by a large number of sorrowing friends. The deceased
leaves a widow (Mary Capitani Welland), three sons, the latter being Victor, Raymond
and Henry, Jr, also a daughter, Lena. Internment was made in the Catholic cemetery

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