OBIT:  Matilda (BROTHERLIN) BARR, 1893, formerly of Blair County, PA

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Mrs. Matilda Barr,

Widow of the late John Barr, who resided in this community for many 
years, died at her home in Saxton, Pa., on Monday evening, from 
injuries received in a fall.  The deceased was born at Frankstown on 
December 2, 1816.  The late John Brotherlin, of Hollidaysburg, was her 
brother.  She is survived by four sons and one daughter, viz: Thomas, 
James and John, all residing at Saxton; Simon, of Altoona; and Mrs. 
Matthew Hunter, of Hollidaysburg.  The remains were taken to 
Hollidaysburg from Saxton yesterday afternoon.  The funeral services 
will be held at the home of Mr. Matthew Hunter, on Walnut street this 
afternoon, and will be conducted by the Rev. Luther F. Smith, pastor of 
the Methodist church.  Interment in the Presbyterian cemetery.

Altoona Mirror, Altoona, Pa., Wednesday Evening, May 24, 1893