Allen-Putnam County OhArchives Obituaries.....Collins, Alfred G. September 9, 1916
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Lima Times Democrat, September 9, 1916
     "COL. ALFRED G. COLLINS
     YIELDS TO DEATH

     Veteran Newspaper Man and ex-Confederate
      Soldier, Meets Last Foe

The death of Captain Alfred G. Collins, 67 years old, residing at 207 West 
Spring street, occurred this forenoon.  While for the past few weeks that he 
was confined to his bed.  Death was due to dysentery, aided by complications.

He was born in Greenville, S. C., July 16, 1849.  He served the southern army, 
where he was given the commission of captain.  Practically his entire life he 
has been in newspaper business, in one way or another.  He was a versatile 
writer and served any cause he espoused well.  He was a member of the Masonic 
lodge at Greenville, S. C., and the Episcopal church.

Two years ago he was married to Miss Bell Slusser, formerly of Columbus Grove, 
but who resided on West Spring street, after her coming to this city.  He was 
known about the city as Colonel Collins and was a popular and unique gentleman.

He spent some months in newspaper work on the Lima Daily News and at the 
present time was engaged in special work. This work he was compelled to 
suspend because of ill health.

No arrangements have been made for the funeral which will probably depend upon 
the arrival of the Rev. Arthur M. Griffin, the rector of Christ church, 
Episcopal, from Mackinac Island.  He will officiate at the services.  
Interment will be at Woodlawn."

Additional Comments:
Note:  Miss Bell Slusser is Sarah Belle Slusser, daughter of Peter Slusser and 
Jane Elizabeth (Smith) Slusser.

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