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HAMILTON, JACK
Jack Hamilton, who resided two miles east of Wilmore, died last Sunday morning. The cause of Death was consumption. While he had been very poorly for some time, death came unexpectedly. Mr. Hamilton was an old Santa Fe conductor, serving with that company for a number of years, until two years ago when he retired from the service and went on a farm in Nebraska. He leaves a wife and a step-daughter. His wife was formerly Mrs. Mahan. The body was taken in charge by the Masons and was taken to Medford, Okla., for burial. Mr. Hamilton was of high standing in the Masonic order, having advanced to the 32nd degree. He was a well respected and honored citizen, and will be greatly missed among his many friends and brother Masons, and especially among the railroad boys. We extend our heartfelt sympathy to the bereaved wife and other members of the family. May God bless and comfort them in this hour of sorrow.
-- The Western Star, 3 December 1909

HANDY, ANNA JANE (ROBBINS)
Pioneer Woman Dies In Eighty-Fifth Year. Mrs. J. B. Handy Had Been In County Since 1903
Mrs. J. B. Handy, who had been confined to her home most of the time during the past few years because of a broken hip which she received in a fall, died at her home in Coldwater early last Sunday morning, February 28, and funeral services were held Tuesday afternoon at 2:30 in the Methodist church, with pastor, Rev. M. W. Parker, in charge, and Rev. A. E. Greenler of Hoisington bringing the message. Mr. Greenler was pastor here for five years, from 1931 to 1936, and conducted the funeral of Mr. Handy when he passed away in 1936. His text Tuesday afternoon from which he brought a comforting message was from Zechariah, and reads: "At evening time it shall be light." Mr. Parker read a scripture lesson and offered prayer. Mr. and Mrs. G. T. Hadley sang three numbers - "The Old Rugged Cross," "Faith of Our Fathers," and "Good Night Here, But Good Morning There." They were accompanied on the organ by Mrs. Wm. Brumbaugh. Burial was in Crown Hill Cemetery, beside her husband. The following acted as casket bearers: Glenn Robbins, Ephraim Robbins, Perry R. Buckley, Fred Robbins, Vertis Swarner and E. Robbins, all nephews of the deceased.
Anna Jane Robbins, daughter of Ephraim and Ida Mae Robbins, was born in Monroe County, Ohio, June 8, 1857, and passed away at her home in Coldwater on February 28, 1943, at the age of 85 years, 8 months and 20 days. In 1860 she moved with her parents to Wayne County, Ill., then to Cedarvale, Kansas, in 1873. In the spring of 1875 they moved to Rice County, where she continued to make her home. At an early age she was converted and became a member of the Methodist church. In May 1878 she was united in marriage with Rev. J. B. Handy. They continued to make their home in Rice County until the year 1895, when they moved to Missouri, living there until 1903, when they bought land in Comanche County, in the New Home neighborhood, where they made their home until 1916. They then moved to Coldwater. After Mr. Handy passed away, Mrs. Handy continued to make her home here in Coldwater until her death.
She leaves two sisters and brothers, Mrs. Adeline Buckles of Hollywood, Calif., Mrs. Ida Swarner and Will Robbins of Coldwater, and Levi Robbins of Wichita, one half-sister, Mrs. Bessie Hall of Texas, one half-brother, John Robbins, of Jet, Okla., also 33 nieces and nephews, 41 great nieces and nephews and nine great great nieces and nephews. Her parents and seven brothers and sisters preceded her in death.
-- The Western Star, 5 March 1943

HARBAUGH, WILLIAM N.
Died - At his home in Alva, Oklahoma, on Tuesday evening, August 14, 1900, William N. Harbaugh, aged about 29 years. The news of Will Harbaughs' death last week came unexpectedly and with a deep pang of regret to his many friends and acquaintances in this county. It was not generally known that he was sick. He had always been in robust health until about two weeks before his death when he was seized with an attack of typhoid fever. Medical skill and good nursing proved insufficient to restore his bodily health and vigor, and on Tuesday evening, August 14, he succumbed to the call of the messenger, Death. Hemorrhage of the bowels was the immediate cause of death.
The deceased was a native of Washington co. Iowa. He came with his family to Barber co., Kansas, about 10 years ago, and a little later he came to Comanche co., locating in the southwest part of the county, and living here most of the time until two years ago when he moved to Alva and engaged in the feed and grain business with his brother George. While a resident of this county Will Harbaugh made many friends. He was universally esteemed for his strict integrity, his unflinching devotion to the right and for the many excellent qualities of character which, combined, made him a useful citizen and a good neighbor.
He leaves a wife and one daughter, Mollie, 5 years old. To them many friends extend comforting words and sincere sympathy in their sad hour of affliction. The funeral services were conducted on Thursday evening, August 16, being in charge of the Modern Woodmen, of which order he was a worthy member. Rev. Greenless, of Alva, preached the funeral sermon. Interment took place in the Alva cemetery. Mr. Harbaugh carried $2000 insurance in the Modern Woodmen lodge.
-- The Western Star, 24 August 1900

HARDY, ORA
Ora Hardy, aged about 21 years, and the son of Mr. and Mrs. J. R. Hardy, formerly of this county but now of Macksville, Kans., died at St. Francis hospital in Wichita on last Friday morning July 7. As noted previously in these columns, he had been sick for several months with pneumonia and later with typhoid fever. Not long since his condition became so much better that hopes for his recovery were confidently entertained. But he took a relapse a couple of weeks ago and was taken to the hospital. He rallied and seemed hopeful again, but his condition became much worse Thursday night and death soon followed. Ora was a spendid young man, full of energy, ambition and hope for a long and useful life, hence his untimely death brought the keenest sorrow to relatives and friends. Dr. Basham, the attending physician in Wichita, states that death was due to perforation of the bowels, following typhoid. Funeral services were held and interment was made at Macksville, Kans.
-- The Western Star, 14 July 1911

HARPER, HAROLD EUGENE
Harold E. Harper Dies Unexpectedly
Internal Hemorrhage Proves Fatal to Coldwater Farmer.
The Coldwater Community was shocked last Saturday when it was learned that Harold Harper, one of the community's best liked farmers, had died in a Dodge City hospital.
Harold was working on a combine Thursday afternoon with a neighbor, Howard Young, when he collapsed, falling to the ground on his face. Mr. Young rushed Harold to a hospital in Coldwater and the next morning he was taken to St. Anthony's hospital in Dodge City, where he passed away at 9 p.m. on Saturday. His death is attributed to the rupture of either ulcers or a growth in his stomach.
Mr. Harper had appeared to be in normal health and his death was wholly unexpected.
Funeral services were held in the Methodist church in this city Tuesday afternoon at 2:30 o'clock and were in charge of the pastor, Rev. Major W. Parker. Mr. and Mrs. Gurney T. Hadley sang "Will The Circle Be Unbroken?" "When We meet at Jesus' Feet" and "Beautiful Isle of Somewhere," accompanied by Mrs. Wm. Brumbaugh. There were many floral offerings.
Burial was in Crown Hill cemetery. The active pall bearers were Frank Schenk, Arthur Hough, Sam Crouse, Asa Hoofer, Howard Young and Bert Klingensmith. The honorary pall bearers were Jack Cary, Raymond Parcel, Victor Gates, John Pepperd, Jay Pounds and Dale Mark.
Howard Eugene Harper, son of Mr. and Mrs. E. F. Harper, was born in Sullivan County, Missouri, January 29, 1899, and passed away January 6, 1945, at St. Anthony's hospital in Dodge City, Kansas. He came with his family to prove up a claim in Beaver County, Okla., and later, when he was 12 years of age, the family moved to Norwich, Kansas. In February 1913 the Harpers moved to Coldwater, Kans., where the rest of his life has been spent. Harold attended the Coldwater public schools, taking an active part in all school affairs. While in town he always attended the Methodist church.
On October 12th, 1929, he was united in marriage with Miss Georgia May Ennis. To this union were born three daughters, Carol Ann, age 13, Julia May, age 11, and Lela Eunice, who passed away at age of eight months and eight days.
There is left to mourn his death, his wife and two daughters, his parents, Mr. and Mrs. E. F. Harper, one sister, Mrs. Opal Marquand of Medicine Lodge, Kans., one brother, Merrel Harper, and one niece, Melba Marquand, several aunts, uncles and cousins and many neighbors and friends.
Harold was a loving husband, son and father, always thinking of the welfare of others, meeting the obstacles of life and overcoming them with a smile. He was a good neighbor who will be missed in the community. (SB)
Out of town relatives who attended the Harold Harper funeral in this city Tuesday afternoon were, Mr. and Mrs. Elmer Jenkins and Marsha and Doris, and Mr. and Mrs. Dave Prater of Pratt, Mrs. O. S. Andrew and Mr. and Mrs. Claude Andrew of Forgan, Okla., George Jenkins of Wichita, Mr. and Mrs. W. D. Harper of Ashland and Mrs. Cecilee Hager of Larned.
-- The Western Star, 12 January 1945

HARRIS, MRS.
Last Sunday, Mrs. Dr. Harris died after a painful illness of a week. Just one week prior to her death, Mrs. Harris came here from Illinois, was taken suddenly ill and after a few days of suffering, died at 11 o'clock Sunday morning. Dr. Harris has the sympathy of the community in his bereavement.
-- The Western Star, 24 April 1886

HARRIS, BURGE S.
Burge Harris, who was well known to many Comanche-co. people, died at his home in Alva, Okla., on last Friday, August 23, 1918, after an illness of only a few days. Less than a week before his death he was, apparently, in his usual good health. On Sunday he was taken sick with what the attending physician pronounced gastritis. Every possible attention was given him, yet he grew worse and death came at 4:30 o'clock on Friday afternoon. The body was brought to this city and burial was made in the city cemetery on Sunday afternoon. Funeral services were held in the M. E. church and were in charge of Rev. Chas. S. Hunt, pastor of the Friends church in Alva and formerly pastor of Prairie Vale church (Hadley Chapel) in this county. He spoke from the text, "After death, the judgment." His thoughts were practical, appropriate and comforting. A large number of the former neighbors and acquaintances of the deceased were present at the funeral.
Burge S. Harris was born in Quakerstown, Morrow-co., Ohio, on January 31, 1880. His age at the time of this death was therefore, 38 years, 6 months and 23 days. He was the youngest of three children. One sister, Tennie, died several years ago. One brother, Mont Harris, survives and is now a resident of Pratt county. His mother, Mrs. John Q. Williams, also survives him and lives in or near Pratt. Burge's father died 32 years ago. Deceased was thus left without the instruction and help of a father and early life was thrown upon his own resources, with what aid and encouragement his devoted mother could give. On November 4, 1900, Mrs. Harris was united in marriage with Miss Kate P. Darroch. To this union four children were born, three sons and a daughter, Victor N., Pauline C., Roy E., and Joe DeMont. For several years after their marriage Mr. and Mrs. Harris lived in this county, then moved to Pratt and later to Kansas City, where they lived for several years, Mr. Harris devoting his time to railroading. In March, 1917, the family moved to Alva, Okla., where Mr. Harris engaged in the automobile and garage business, continuing therein up to the time of his death. In his business relations he was always trustworthy and courteous, winning friends wherever he went. As a husband and father he was devoted and thoughtful, always manifesting a willingness to do everything possible for the happiness and welfare of his loved ones. It may not be easy to understand just why, in the prime of life he was called from his family and friends, but "God's ways are not our ways and His thoughts are not our thoughts." The bereaved family can only submit to His will, and, putting their trust in Him, accept His promises of help and strength in every time of need. They, together with the brother and aged mother, have the sustaining sympathy of many friends in this county.
-- The Western Star, 30 August 1918

HARRISON, A. P.
Dr. A. P. Harrison died at 7:40 p.m. yesterday, November 21, 1912, at the St. Francis hospital in Wichita. He was brought to Wichita last Saturday from Mineral Wells, Texas, where he was taken about 6 weeks ago. His condition had been critical for some time and death was not unexpected. The cause of his sickness and death was thought to be some form of stomach and liver trouble. We are without particulars as to the plans for burial, but we understand that the body will be taken to Missouri, the home of his youth, for burial. Dr. Harrison came to this city from Danville, Harper county, Kansas, about two years ago and began the practice of his profession. He won many friends and had built up a good practice when, about 6 months ago, his health began to fail. He was a good citizen, a faithful husband and father and a true neighbor and friend. He was in the prime of his age at the time of death, being about 39 years. He leaves a wife and two children, Minerva, aged 6 and Maderia, aged 4, to mourn his loss. To them the sincere sympathy of many Comanche county friends goes out at this time in their great bereavement.
-- The Western Star, 22 November 1912

HARTER, J. J.
J. J. Harter died at 5:20 p.m. on last Sunday, October 6, at the home of his daughter, Mrs. C. H. Myers, 12 miles south of this city. He had been in his usual good health up to 3 days before his death. His condition was not considered alarming, hence death came very unexpectedly. Heart trouble was given as the cause of his death. Mr. and Mrs. Harter moved to this county about a year ago from Barton county, Kansas, and were making their home with their son-in-law and daughter, Mr. and Mrs. C. H. Myers, until they could complete some improvements on their own land. The body of Mr. Harter was embalmed and kept for a few days awaiting the arrival of a son from California, which will probably be tomorrow.
Mr. Harter was an early settler in Barton county, Kansas. From there he moved to Topeka where he lived for 22 years. He was a good citizen and kind and consistent father and husband. His friends were numerous wherever he was known. Mr. Harter carried life insurance amounting to $4000, $2000 in the Modern Woodmen and $2000 in the Knights and Ladies Security.
-- The Western Star, 11 October 1912

HASE, DAN
Naval Hero Passes Away. Uncle Dan Hase Answers Last Roll Call After Long Illness.
Another honored citizen, early settler and Civil War veteran has passed away. On last Saturday afternoon, January 8, 1921, Dan Hase died at the St. Francis hospital in Wichita, following an operation on Friday. For some time his health had been failing, complications resulting from kidney and bladder trouble being the immediate cause of death. The body was brought to this city on Monday and was laid to rest in the Coldwater cemetery, following funeral services which were conducted from the home at 4:15 p.m. Rev. I. P. Abernathey of the Methodist Episcopal church had charge of the funeral service and preached a timely and helpful sermon.
Deceased was a native of Germany, having been born in the providence of Hesse Castle in that country on October 19, 1839. His age, therefore, at the time of his death was 81 years, 2 months and 18 days. Mr. Hase, like many more of his countrymen from 40 to 60 years ago, soon formed a dislike of the militaristic policy of the German government, and for that reason, principally, his thoughts and ambitions turned toward America, the land of the free. Accordingly, at the age of 17 he secured passage and made the ocean voyage, the trip across the Atlantic requiring at that time just four weeks, and being made in a sailing vessels. He landed near New York and for a time worked on a farm near that city. By the time young Hase was 21, the Civil War had broken out and it did not take long for the patriotic fires to reach him. The next thing that happened was that the young German became a full fledged member of the United States navy. His training was received on ships then in and near the Delaware river, not far from Philadelphia. After a few months he became a member of the crew on the St. Lawrence, one of the ships which took part in the famous Monitor-Merrimac battle, which helped to turn the tide against the South during the war. He afterwards served for some time on the Magnolia and sailed the waters of the Gulf of Mexico and the Caribbean Sea. He was in Mobile Bay at the time Mobile surrendered to Admiral Farragut, and took part in the bombardment of the city. Thus it was Dan Hase's good fortune to serve the Union cause in a way that counted much toward bringing about the downfall of the Confederacy. He played his part well in that modest, fearless and unselfish manner which characterized so many of the heroes of the army and navy during that great struggle.
After serving for four years in the navy, Mr. Hase located in Illinois, where he lived for a few years. He then moved to Missouri and lived in that state for a while, or until the year, 1885, when he came west, settling on a claim a few miles northwest of Coldwater - on land now owned by C. W. Hurt. Mrs. Anna Rickstein had also just come west and she settled on a claim adjoining that of Mr. Hase. On May 9, 1885 in the city of Caldwell, Kans., Mr. Hase and Mrs. Rickstein were united in marriage. For about 20 years they lived on their land and worked faithfully to build up a home. The experiences of pioneer life were met by them bravely and, by perseverance, they succeeded as did all the early day settlers who stayed with the county. About 15 years ago Mr. and Mrs. Hase moved from their farm to this city, and here they continued to make their home. Mr. Hase was a faithful member of the Grand Army of the Republic, being very worthily gained his right to membership therein by his splendid record in the U. S. Navy.
Uncle Dan Hase was one of our best known and most highly respected citizens. He was a good neighbor, generous and thoughtful of others' interests and of the welfare of the community. In all his dealings he displayed the characteristics which were prominent throughout his life, strict honesty, uprightness of character and kindness to all about him. In the truest sense of the word he was a faithful husband and father. His quiet, cheerful patience through the days of his long sickness gave added proof of his forgetfulness of self and his unselfishness. His presence on our streets, his ever cheerful and hopeful words will be missed by our people. We have lost a good friend and worthy and honored citizen.
Mr. Hase is survived by his wife and by three children - Mrs. Harvey Marley of this county, Fred C. Hase of Santana, Kans., and Mrs. Walter Thompson of Kiowa-co., also by four grand children. All were present at the funeral.
-- The Western Star, 14 January 1921

HAYDOCK, ALVUS M.
A. M. Haydock, of Protection-tp., went to California a couple of months ago, hoping thereby to receive relief from the affliction from which he suffered --asthma and consumption. His health, however, was apparently too much undermined to be benefitted perceptibly by the move. Mrs. Haydock and two of her sons had planned to start this week for Tulare, California, so as to be with Mr. Haydock, who was staying with his brothers, M. C. and H. C. Haydock, and a sister, Mrs. T. C. Hull, of Tulare. But on last Friday a telegram was received here announcing the sudden death of Mr. Haydock at 4 o'clock that morning. The body was brought home in care of a son, Alvus Haydock, arriving here Wednesday afternoon. Burial took place in the Ashland cemetery. Brief funeral services were conducted by Rev. J. C. Fisher and Rev. Geo. T. Brenner, of the M. E. church. The regular funeral sermon will be preached by Rev. Fisher at 11 a.m. on next Sunday at the M. E. church in Protection.
The deceased was born in Morgan co., Indiana, 57 years ago. When 2 years of age he moved with his parents to Wapello co., Iowa. From there he moved to Kansas and later returned to Iowa. A couple of years ago he moved with his family to Commanche co., purchasing and settling on the Sickler farm in Protection-tp. Thirty-four years ago he was united in marriage with Miss Lydia Davis, who, with four sons and one daughter survive him.
A. M. Haydock was a man of sterling worth - upright and honorable in all of his dealings, faithful and considerate in the discharge of every duty as husband, father and as a citizen. Everybody who knew him honored him because of his many honorable and lovable qualities. He had long been a faithful and consistent member of the M. E. church, and his religious profession was lived in his daily walk among his family and fellowmen. For 20 years he was supertindent of the M. E. Sunday school at Ashland, Iowa. In his death the community loses one of the best men and the family a true and devoted husband and father.
-- The Western Star, 4 December 1903

HAYDOCK, LYDIA JANE
Lydia Jane Haydock was born at Richland, Jefferson-co., Iowa, on July 17, 1861, and died near Protection, Comanche-co., Kansas, at 8 a.m. on Monday, January 16, 1905, aged 53 years, 5 months and 29 days. She was married to Alfred M. Haydock on October 28, 1869. Their home was at Ashland, Wapello-co., Iowa, until November, 1901, when they moved to Kansas, locating on a farm 4 miles north of Protection. She was the mother of four children, all of whom are living, as follows: Lavant D. Haydock, Protection, Kans.; Mrs. Ethel C. Rumley, Tulare, Calif.; Alvis W. Haydock , Kerne, Calif.; Leavitt A. and Wray N. Haydock, Protection, Kans.
Mrs. Haydock was converted in the winter of 1869-70 and united with the Methodist Episcopal church, and during the remainder of her life she remained a faithful and earnest Christian. She had been a quiet sufferer for a long time and toward the close of her sickness her suffering became intense. She declared her strength and help to be "in the Lord, without whom life would sometimes seem almost unendurable." Deceased was a loving and devoted wife and mother, a kind and considerate neighbor and a blessing to the community in which she lived. She will be greatly missed by all her neighbors as well as by the bereaved relatives.
Funeral services were conducted at the M. E. church in Protection on Saturday, January 21, at 1:30 p.m., Rev. C. E. Williams, her pastor, officiating, after which the remains were taken to Ashland, Clark-co., Kansas, for interment by the side of her husband who died a year ago. Rev. Geo. Watts, pastor of the M. E. church of Ashland, conducted the burial service.
-- The Western Star, 27 January 1905

HEATON, T. C.
T. C. Heaton, one of the pioneer settlers of Avilla tp., this county, died on June 12, 1917, at his home in Alva, Okla. He had attained to the advanced age of 83. Not long before his death, a sore on one of his toes developed into a gangrenous condition, which spread to the entire body, causing his death. For about 12 years he had suffered from an occasional stroke of apoplexy, which made him practically an invalid. Mr. Heaton was for many years well known to almost every early day settler in this county. He was a good citizen, and all through his long and busy life was honored by all who knew him. Present at the funeral were the faithful wife of many years, and seven of the nine children. A son in Colorado and a daughter in Illinois could not be present. Mrs. Geo. Overocker and Mrs. Wm. Oller of this county are daughters of the deceased.
Deceased was a native of Ohio, having been born in Brown co., that state on October 12, 1833. They moved to Indiana, and from there to Johnson co., Illinois, where they lived for many years. On May 26, 1858, he was united in marriage with Miss Mariah McNaught. In 1884 Mr. and Mrs. Heaton came to Kansas, becoming pioneer settlers in Comanche co. At the opening of the Strip in Oklahoma in 1893 the family became residents of Alva, and there they continued to live. Funeral services were conducted from the Baptist church in Alva and burial was made in the Capron, Okla. cemetery. The Masonic order, of which Mr. Heaton had long been a member, had charge of the burial services.
-- The Western Star, 20 July 1917

HEATON, TELITHA LOUELLEN (BACHMAN)
The following notice of death of Mrs. J. H. Heaton reached the Star office on last Friday forenoon, too late for publican last week:
Mrs. J. H. Heaton died at her home three miles west of Capron, Oklahoma, at about 2:30 a.m. on June 3, 1907, aged 39 years and 11 months. Telitha Louellen Bachman was born at Napoleon, Ind., on July 7, 1867. At the age of 17 she moved with her parents to Comanche-co., Kans. On January 10, 1888, she was united in marriage to J. H. Heaton. To this union seven children were born, all of whom are living-Pearl, Creight, Edith, Clarence, Joe, Nellie and baby, who was but 23 days old when his mother died. When the Strip opened Mrs. Heaton moved with her husband and family to Oklahoma, where they continued to live. Besides the loving husband and children she is survived by an aged mother, now past 80, five brothers and three sisters and a host of friends who deeply mourn her death. Mrs. Heaton united with the Congregational church in 1897 and continued to be a consistent Christian. By her death the husband loses a faithful wife, the children a loving mother and the community a good
neighbor. Funeral services were conducted at the home by her old-time pastor, Rev. McWilliams. The remains were laid to rest in the Capron cemetery, followed by one of the largest funeral processions ever witnessed there. Relatives from a distance who attended the funeral were Abe Bachman and Miss Clara Bachman of Protection, Kans., brother and niece of the deceased, and Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Oller and family and Mr. and Mrs. Geo. Overocker and family from near Coldwater, Kans., Mrs. Oller and Mrs. Overocker being sisters of J. H. Heaton. This is the first death in T. C. Heaton's family.
-- The Western Star, 14 June 1907

HECHT, CONRAD HENRY
C. H. Hecht, for nearly ten years a citizen of Comanche Co., died at 7 o'clock a.m. on last Sunday, October 9, 1921, at his home four miles north of Clovis, New Mexico, after an illness of about four weeks. He had been a sufferer from bright's disease for several months, yet not until a short time before his death was any alarm caused as to the seriousness of his condition. He spent about five weeks in this county during the summer, returning to his New Mexico home about the first of last month. The body was brought to this city on Tuesday and burial was made in Crown Hill Cemetery at 3 o'clock on Wednesday. Impressive funeral services were conducted from the First Presbyterian church, the pastor, Rev. A. Frank Johnston, being in charge.
Conrad Henry Hecht was born in Will County, Illinois, on February 2, 1854. While yet a young man he moved with his parents from Illinois to Nemaha County, Kansas, where he continued to live with his parents for a number of years. For a while he was a resident of Smith County, coming from that county to Comanche County, in the year 1909. He lived here until about two years ago, when he and his wife moved to Clovis, New Mexico, near which city they purchased 320 acres of land and established a new home. Their youngest son, Marvin, made his home with them. In Auburn, Nebraska, on March 1, 1878, Mr. Hecht was united in marriage with Miss Anna Myers, who with seven sons and three daughters, survive him, and all of whom were present at his funeral. The sons are: Henry C., David W., Alvin H. and Reuben L. Hecht of Coldwater, Ernest C. Hecht of Hartford, Kansas, Richard O. Hecht of Hooker, Oklahoma, and Marvin L. Hecht of Clovis, New Mexico, and the daughters are Mrs. Emma Gordon and Mrs. Amanda Simmonds of Athol, Kansas and Mrs. Sophia Wagner of Clovis, New Mexico. One son died in infancy. Mr. Hecht is also survived by one sister, Mrs. Sophia Jenkins of Bern, Kansas, and by four brothers, William and August Hecht of Nemaha County, Kansas, Gustav Hecht of Dubois, Nebraska, Conrad Hecht of Wyoming and Herman Hecht of Benton County, Arkansas.
Mr. Hecht was an industrious, hard working and honorable man, honest in all his dealings, kind and courteous in his attitude to all with whom he associated, and in every respect was a good husband, father and citizen. He had known the hardships and privations of pioneer life, yet by the practice of economy and perseverance he prospered, gaining a reasonable competence during the latter years of his life. He owned two half sections of land in this county, besides his New Mexico possessions. Mr. Hecht had lived a consistent Christian life. In his youth he was a member of the Evangelical church. Later he joined the Congregational church, but after coming to Comanche county he united with the Presbyterian church of this city and continued his membership in that religious organization. All who knew Mr. Hecht honored and respected him. He was never ambitious for public honors, being content to enjoy his home and to labor for the comfort of his family and to add to the happiness of those about him. His memory will long be cherished by a large circle of friends wherever he has lived. The relatives have the sincere sympathy of all in their hour of bereavement. At the time of his death, Mr. Hecht was 67 years, 8 months and 7 days of age.
-- The Western Star, 14 October 1921

HECHT, HENRY C.
Was The First Ford Car Dealer in Coldwater.
Henry C. Hecht, well known Coldwater businessman, died at his home in Coldwater at 1:50 p.m. on Monday of this week. He had been in failing health for more than a year due to a dropsical condition. Funeral services were held on Wednesday afternoon in the Presbyterian church with the pastor, Rev. D. C. Wallace, in charge. Mr. and Mrs. Gurney Hadley sang Mr. Hecht's favorite hymn, "Home Over There" and "Near to The Heart of God" and Mrs. Geo. R. Stewart sang "The Shadows." Mrs. A. A. White was the accompanist. The active pall bearers were K. G. Ehrlich, C. G. Lyon, W. R. Johnston, Guy Crowe, Leslie Smith and Bernard Stark and the honorary pallbearers were Frank Dodson, A. L. Parsons, E. E. Pounds, W. P. Morton, Geo H. Helton and Chas. E. Allderdice. Burial was in Crown Hill Cemetery.
Henry C. Hecht was born in Nemaha County, Kansas, August 3, 1879, and died in this city February 19, 1945, at the age of 65 years, 7 months and 16 days. In 1909 the Hecht family moved to Smith County, Kansas, where Henry grew to manhood. On January 6, 1909, he was united in marriage with Miss Hedwig Berg in Smith Center. To this union were born six children, four sons and two daughters. In 1910 Mr. and Mrs. Hecht moved to Comanche County and lived one year with Mr. Hecht's parents, Mr. and Mrs. C. H. Hecht. They then moved to Coldwater where Mr. Hecht was proprietor of the Albert Pike Garage. Later he established the first Ford agency and organized the Ford garage. During the past four years he conducted the City Welding Shop in this city. During all his business career he made many friends in and around Coldwater. Shortly after coming to Coldwater he and his family identified themselves with the Presbyterian church, becoming loyal members, and Mr. Hecht remained a faithful member up to the time of his illness. He leaves to mourn his passing his beloved and devoted wife, four sons, Morrow M. and Gorman M. Hecht of Wichita, Scottie J. Hecht, Coxswain in the U. S. Navy in the Pacific and Bobby of the home; two daughters, Mrs. Evena Crowe and Mrs. Fahryn Cummings of Coldwater, three grandsons and one granddaughter; six brothers, David W. Hecht of Sterling, Colorado, Ollie, Ernest and Reuben Hecht of Coldwater, Richard Hecht of Ulysses, Kansas and Mervin Hecht of Clovis, New Mexico, and by two sisters, Mrs. Amanda Simmonds of Athol, Kansas and Mrs. W. F. Wagner of Clovis, New Mexico. One sister, Mrs. Emma Gordon, preceded him on death. He is also survived by a host of other relatives and friends. The sorrowing relatives have the sympathy of all.
-- The Western Star, 23 March 1945

HECHT, MAUDE MABLE (McMORAN)
Mrs. Reuben Hecht, who had been in failing health for a year or more, passed away at her home on this city last Sunday night about 9 o'clock. She had been seriously ill for three weeks following a stroke and for a time was in the Ashland hospital. She improved slightly and was brought home but remained in a critical condition until her death. Funeral services for Mrs. Hecht were held in the Presbyterian church at 2:30 p.m. on Thursday and were in charge of the pastor, Rev. Geo. H. DeBoer, who brought a comforting message. Mrs. Geo R. Stewart sang, "Safe in The Arms of Jesus" and "Under His Wing." She was accompanied by Mrs. A. A. White on the organ. The pall bearers were Mrs. Hecht's brothers-in-law; R. E. Simmonds, Elzy Gordon, A. H. Hecht, E. C. Hecht, Richard Hecht and Marvin Hecht. Burial was in Crown Hill Cemetery. The sorrowing relatives have the sympathy of all.
Maude Mable McMoran, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. J. E. McMoran, both now deceased, was born December 17, 1893, in Smith County, Kans., and passed away at her home in Coldwater Sunday evening, July 19, 1942, at the age of 48 years, 7 months and 2 days. She had been in failing health for about a year. In 1898 she moved with her parents to Oklahoma, where they lived until 1910. They then moved to Comanche County, making their home on a ranch in the southeastern part of the county. On May 27, 1915, she was united in marriage in Coldwater with Reuben L. Hecht. To this union were born six children; one daughter, Mrs. Ina Killillay, of Tabernash, Colo., and five sons; James Leroy of Coldwater, John D. of Camp Roberts, Calif., Lee Harold of Tabernash, Colo., Roy Arthur of the home and Glenn Ivan, who preceded her in death at the age of two years. Mrs. Hecht leaves to mourn her going, her husband and children; also three sisters, Mrs. Ada May, of Eldorado Springs, Mo., Mrs. Minnie Dennis of Freedom, Okla., and Mrs. Blanche Fuller of Fair Valley, Okla., and by four brothers, Ray and John McMoran of this county, Vernon McMoran of Chicago, Ill., and Walter McMoran of Wichita, Kans., also by a host of other relatives and friends. Mrs. Hecht was a kind and loving wife and mother, a helpful neighbor and was greatly devoted to her family. She was brought to Christ in the Rayburn revival of 1914 and had been a member of the Presbyterian church ever since.
-- The Western Star, 24 July 1942

HEFLIN, LU (BURTON)
Again "the silver angel with sad, sable wings" has made a visit to Lake City. After only a few hours illness, Mrs. Albert Heflin died at her home near Lake City on Saturday morning, March 30. Lu Burton Heflin was born in Ohio county, Kentucky, on March 28, 1869, was married at Coldwater, Kansas, to Albert Heflin on June 3, 1886. She leaves an aged mother, a husband, two children and two step-sons, whose lives are shadowed by the loss that has fallen upon them. Mrs. Heflin has long been a resident of Lake City, and all who were acquainted with her knew that she was a good woman. She was a mother in every sense of the word, seldom away from home, never complaining, but doing the best that she could and living a good, pure life. She was a professed Christian and therefore not afraid of death. Funeral services were held at the M. E. church Saturday afternoon, March 30. Rev. Gilmore preached the funeral sermon, and she was buried in the Lake City cemetery. Seldom have the people of Lake City known such sadness as the taking away of this mother from her family of little ones. There was not a heart that did not ache. It is so hard to understand why God should still the beating of that mother's heart, for there is no one upon this earth who can take her place. Words of comfort it would be vain to speak now, but perhaps after awhile we may come to know that it was for the best.
-- The Western Star, 12 April 1907

HERBERT, JENNIE
Died - At Coldwater, Jennie, the only child of Mr. and Mrs. James Herbert, from inflammation of the bowels which terminated with brain fever. Aged 1 year, 1 month and 10 days. The deceased was born in Ohio and left that state with her parents on the 20th of June last. After five days of untiring and unremitting efforts by parents and friends to battle the King of Kings, on the 2nd inst., Jennie's soul undefiled and innocent took its flight on upward wings, from earth and loved ones to seek its place amid the angelic host in splendor, there to watch and wait for the coming of the dear ones of earth. Taking away this lovely child seems to us to be untimely, yet it reminds us of what the poet said: Leaves have their time to fall, And flowers to wither by the north wind's breath, And stars to set - but all Thou hast all seasons for thine own, O! Death.
-- The Western Star, 4 September 1886

HERNDON, GEORGE
Died at the residence of J. B. Rigg, Sunday, July 25, George, infant son of Charles Herndon. It has been only a few short months since death robbed Mr. Herndon of his companion, and in the loss of his little boy he feels that the hand of affliction is laid heavily upon him. He has the sympathy of the entire community.
-- Nescatunga Enterprise, 31 July 1886

HERRON, GEORGE W.
At 6:45 o'clock this morning Geo. W. Herron passed away at the home of his daughter, Mrs. Harrison Fisher, in this city. He had been in good health for one of his age until about six weeks ago when, apparently, his vitality began to fail. The end came peacefully, almost as one going to sleep. His age at the time of death was 84 years, 1 month and 19 days, having been born April 28, 1826. Baltimore, Md., was the place of his birth. When a small child he moved with his parents to Jennings-co., Ind. In 1853 he was united in marriage to Miss Matilda J. Long who, in 1877, preceded him to the great beyond. Of this union ten children were born, six of whom survive, as follows: Mary C. Smith of Minneapolis, Minn., Frank M. and Joseph A. Herron of Paruna, Okla., Mrs. Elmira Robertson of Kalamazoo, Mich., V. Herron of Doxey, Okla., and Mrs. H. Fisher of this city. Mr. Herron had made his home for several years with Mr. and Mrs. Fisher. Deceased was a man of unassuming manners and sterling qualities. He served for time in the Civil war and seen much of the history-making of this country during his long life. He was for many years a member of the M.E. church, but in later life was identified with the Duncard church. The body was taken today to Harper-co., Okla., where it will be laid to rest in Willow Creek cemetery at 3 o'clock p.m. tomorrow.
-- The Western Star, 17 June 1910

HIND, D. W.
The announcement yesterday morning that D. W. Hind had died the night before at his home in Protection tp. came as a surprise to the people all over the county. Many were not even aware that he was sick. Death occurred at 10:47 p.m. on Wednesday, March 13, 1907. The immediate cause of death was uraemic poisoning. He had been sick only a week or so and no apprehensions had been felt that his condition was dangerous.
Deceased was a native of Ohio. He was educated principally in Cleveland, that state. In about the year 1886, he emmigrated to Clark-co., Kans., and proved up on a claim the southeastern part of that county. He taught a few terms of school in that county and in this county, his first term in this county being in Protection during the winter of 1894 and 1895. Mr. Hind was a skillful surveyor and civil engineer. In 1898 he was elected county surveyor of this county, which office he still held at the time of his death. Before coming to this part of Kansas he had assisted in an extensive survey through the southwestern portion of the United States. Mr. Hind possessed many of the qualities of true manhood. His mind was well stored with useful information and his heart always beat in sympathy and in love for his fellow-men. In the truest sense D. W. Hind was a good citizen and useful member of society in the community in which he lived. He had always been a hard working man and in his dealings he was upright and obliging with all. At the time of his death Mr. Hind was about 42 years of age.
Funeral services will be conducted at the M. E. church in Protection some time tomorrow. The father of the deceased is expected to arrive this afternoon from Ohio. Rev. I. W. Bailey of the Baptist church will preach the funeral sermon. The Odd Fellows lodge of Protection, of which Mr. Hind had long been an honored member, will have charge of the burial services. Interment will be made in the Protection cemetery.
-- The Western Star, 15 March 1907

HIND, JOHN HAROLD
John Harold Hind was born September 16, 1892, in Clark County, Kansas, and died at the Base Hospital, Ft. Riley, Kansas, April 19, 1918, Monday at six o'clock p.m., being at the time 26 years, 7 months and 13 days of age. The cause of death was due to tubercular cerebo spinal meningitis.
He had spent practically all his life in Comanche and Clark counties until four years ago when he went to the Texas ranges and from there to New Mexico where he was homesteading a section of arid land when the draft claimed him and he went cheerfully and willingly. Harold was well known to the writer and he was a big whole souled and whole hearted man and boy. A friend in whom one could repose confidence and trust. A hard working, big hearted whole souled and wholesome boy. Fond of an out door life and of the things that manly men love. Brave, courageous and daring would be the estimate of him by those who knew the boy best.
He was preceded in death by his mother who died in 1900 and his father who died in 1907 and four brothers and three sisters, all of whom lie buried in the Protection Cemetery and by their side was his body put for its long sleep. He was buried with military honors. He leaves to mourn his loss two sisters, Miss Emma Margaret Hind of Protection and Mrs. A. E. Schold of Silverlake, Washington and a step mother, Mrs. D. W. Hind of Protection.
Harold answered the call of the country and his nation cheerfully and was a member of the 11th Company 164th Depot Brigade at Ft. Riley. The body was accompanied to Protection by Private Hale of his company and a fellow New Mexico comrade and personal friend and the funeral preached by Rev. Franklin of the Christian Church was held from the church home on Thursday, May 2nd.
A large and intimate concourse of friends met to mourn for the deceased and to accompany the body to its interment. The floral offerings and extensive showing the esteem and gratitude not alone for his private worth but for the great sacrifice his nation's call the flower and strength of his manhood. Rest in peace, comrade and friend for your friends and your country men know that you have acquitted yourself nobly and well and have made the "great sacrifice" that through you others might live and have life and liberty.
-- The Protection Post, 9 May 1918

HIND, MARIAN
Died - In Winfield, Kansas, on Sunday, August 19, 1900, Marian Hind, aged 5 years, 3 months and 16 days, and daughter of D. W. Hind, of Protection tp., Comanche co., Kansas. Little Marian had been a helpless cripple from birth, lack of "co-ordination" of the muscles making it impossible for her to talk or even to stand alone. About two weeks ago she was taken to Winfield where it was hoped she might be well cared for at the Institution for the Feeble minded located in that city. A telegram came to the father last Sunday stating that Marian had died suddenly that morning. This additional bereavement to Mr. Hind elicits the sincere sympathy of all.
-- The Western Star, 24 August 1900

HIND, SUSIE C.
Died - On Wednesday, July 11, 1900, at her home in Protection-tp., Comanche-co., Kansas, Mrs. Susie C. Hind, aged 35 years, 11 months and 18 days. The deceased was born on July 23, 1864, in Greyson-co., Kentucky. In the spring of 1886 she came to Kansas, settling in Clark-co. She was married to D. W. Hind at Ashland on August 6, 1889, and a few years later Mr. and Mrs. Hind moved to Comanche-co., where they have since lived. Mrs. Hind had always enjoyed good health and when, only two or three weeks before she died, she took sick no one thought but what she would soon recover her usual health. She grew worse, however, the disease some form of throat trouble, seeming to baffle the physicians. Death came at 7 o'clock on the evening of July 11. Six children, three boys and three girls, are left motherless and a sorrowing husband is deprived of the counsel, the encouragement and the help which only a faithful wife can give. Mrs. Hind was devoted to her family and was highly esteemed by all who knew her. The funeral services were held on Thursday afternoon, Rev. C. M. Gray, of Coldwater, preaching the funeral sermon. Burial took place in the Protection cemetery.
-- The Western Star, 20 July 1900

HIND, TECUMSEH SHERMAN
Tecumseh “Teck” Sherman Hind, youngest son on Mrs. Emma Hind, died at 6:20 p.m. on Tuesday, April 6, 1907, aged 8 years, 8 months and 20 days. His illness, which was of 6 weeks duration (a part of the time thought to be scarlet fever) was borne with patience and without scarcely a murmur. Teck, as he was familiarly called, was a bright, intellectual child, with much promise for the future. He was taken sick on the same day that his father, D. W. Hind, now deceased, took sick, but he rallied and was able to attend his father's funeral a week later, but on the following day he took worse and his mother was talking to him of his papa's death and asked him if he realized that his papa was gone from earth forever. He answer was, "Yes, mama, but we'll see him up there, " and pointed heavenward. This remark remains very sacred and impressive to his mother, brothers and sisters. He leaves a devoted mother, sisters Jeanie and Emma and brothers Harold and Allen, and other relatives and friends who now mourn his untimely death. Funeral services were conducted in the M. E. church at 4 p.m. on Wednesday, after which the body was laid to rest in the Protection cemetery.
Mrs. Carter of Elyria, Ohio, mother of D. W. Hind, deceased, arrived on Wednesday to visit with the Hind family.
-- The Western Star, 19 April 1907

HINKLE, THOMAS R.
Early last Sunday morning the entire community in the southeastern part of the county was shocked to learn the sad news of the death of Thos. R. Hinkle, at the Perry Wall home about 22 miles southeast of Coldwater. The tragic manner in which death came about added to the sadness of the news. Mr. Hinkle had been working for Perry Wall much of the time during the past 3 years. He was staying on the place now owned by Mr. Wall and which was recently vacated by Neal White and family. Sunday morning neighbors noticed that the house on the farm was missing, and smoke was seen rising from the premises. It was thought at first by those who saw the smoke that Mr. Hinkle had been burning straw, but an investigation by J. L. Alley, one of the nearest neighbors and a brother-in-law of Mr. Hinkle, and by Chas. Brown, who happened to be passing within sight of the farm, revealed the fact that the residence had been fired, also that the body of Mr. Hinkle was in the building when it burned. It was at first thought that the explosion of an oil or gas stove had caused the fire, but further investigation gave almost positive proof that Mr. Hinkle had taken his own life and in some way had set fire to the house. Upon going to the barn, Mr. Alley and Mr. Brown found that Mr. Hinkle's favorite old mare was lying dead in the stall, with a bullet hole through the head. The suicide theory was then suggested. County Attorney, C. E. Baker and Dr. T. H. Crawford were immediately notified and were soon on the scene. The body of Mr. Hinkle was burned almost to a crisp, entirely, beyond recognition, but an examination of the skull showed that a bullet had entered near one side of the head and passed entirely through the skull. Near the dead body was a Winchester rifle, evidently the same gun with which the mare had been killed. An empty coal oil can was found near the place where the bed stood. The oil can had been carried by Mr. Hinkle from a woodshed some distance away. Just how the house was set in fire, of course was not known. The building and its contents was an entire loss. There was not very much furniture in it at the time, however, on the building, Mr. Wall carried $600 insurance. The body of the unfortunate man was brought to the Coldwater cemetery on Monday for burial. Rev. Ralph W. Wyrick of the M. E. church conducted funeral services at the cemetery.
Deceased was a native of Jefferson-co., Tenn. About ten years ago, he came west, and for a while lived in Oklahoma. For the past 8 years he had lived in this county. He was a quiet, industrious and honorable man. His strict integrity was unquestioned. As a neighbor and citizen he was well liked by all who knew him. In his death the community loses one of its best citizens. There seems to be absolutely no reason for Mr. Hinkle's suicidal act. As far as is known he had not an enemy, nor was there any known provocation from any cause. For several months, however, he had been in failing health, and it is very probable that this fact had much to do with his mind becoming unbalanced to the extent that, while he realized it not, the tragic end was brought about. The only surviving relative in the west is a sister, Mrs. J. L. Alley, of this county. At the time of death Mr. Hinkle was 50 years, 4 months and 29 days of age. He had never married. He lived alone during most of the time he worked for Mr. Wall.
-- The Western Star, 23 April 1915

HIXON, WILLIAM
After an illness which lasted for several months, William Hixon died at 8 o'clock a.m. on last Monday, June 5, 1911, at the home of his daughter, Mrs. Peter Schneider, in this city. He had been a sufferer from blood poisoning for some time. On the first day of last January he was taken from his home near Elreno, Okla, to a sanitarium in that city where the best medical attention possible was given him. It was found necessary, however to amputate one foot, and still his condition did not improve. A few weeks ago he was brought to this city. His suffering was long and severe, yet he bore it all with remarkable patience. His death came peacefully and with perfect resignation.
Deceased was born in Greenfield, Ohio, on April 21, 1831. From Ohio he moved to Iowa and from there to Cowley-co., Kans., where he lived until 1889 when he moved to Oklahoma. On February 1, 1854, he was married in Greenfield, Ohio, to Miss Mary E. Barrett. To this union six children were born, only two of whom survive - Mrs. Peter Schneider of this city and Mrs. John Overocker of Maple Creek, Canada. Their mother died on October 11, 1881, and was buried in Winfield. Through the long, wearysome days of their father's sickness, Mrs. Schneider and Mrs. Overocker were with him most of the time and both were present when he died.
Mr. Hixon was a good citizen, a kind husband and father and a true friend to every worthy cause. For 47 years he had lived a consistent Christian life, being a member of the Christian church. At the time of his death, Mr. Hixon's age was 80 years, 1 month and 15 days.
Funeral services were conducted in the Christian church at 4 p.m. on Wednesday. The pastor, Elder E. W. Schenk, preached a splendid sermon from Paul's words to the Thessalonians, "But I would not have you to be ignorant, brethren, concerning them who are asleep, that ye sorrow not, even as others which have no hope." Interment was made in the Coldwater cemetery.
-- The Western Star, 9 June 1911

HOBART, W. P.
At 11 a.m. on Wednesday, January 15, 1908, W. P. Hobart of Protection tp., died after a lingering illness, and was buried at 2 p.m. yesterday in the Protection cemetery. Deceased was born in Washington county, Pennsylvania, on December 16, 1833, and was, therefore, at the time of his death aged 74 years and 1 month of age. At the age of 17, in company with his parents, he moved from Pennsylvania to Peoria, Ill., and later the family moved to Cloud county, Kansas. That was in 1870. From Cloud co. he moved to near Great Bend. In 1877 he moved to the eastern part of Comanche co. and a short time afterwards to Kiowa creek, in the western part of the county, where he continued to live. Mr. Holbert was married in or near Larned, Kansas, on December 1, 1874, to Miss Eliza Jane Cochran, who with seven children, survive him. One child is dead.
Mr. Holbert was a brave Union soldier, having served during the Civil War as a member of Co. K. Fifty first Illinois Volunteers. As a private citizen he was respected by all. He knew the hardships and vicissitudes of pioneer life, being among the very first settlers in this part of the state. He had been in poor health, confined to his room and greatly weakened in body and in mind, during the past two years or more. His death at the time was, therefore, not unexpected.
-- The Western Star, 17 January 1908

HOCH, J. W.
J. W. Hoch, one Irwin-tp.'s well known and substantial citizens died at the home at 6 o'clock p.m. on Wednesday, January 5, 1916, after an 8 day illness, tuberculosis of the stomach and bowels being the immediate cause of his death. The body was taken on Friday to Arlington, Reno-co., for burial, that being the home of the family before they came to this county about eight years ago. Mr. Hoch suffered a severe attack of typhoid fever about 15 years ago, and he never fully recovered from the effects of the attack. He was patient throughout all of his suffering, and evinced at all time the most hopeful and cheerful disposition. He was a good husband, neighbor and citizen. In his death, the entire community is made to grieve because of the loss of one who was a true friend to all. The bereaved wife has the sincere sympathy of many friends. Brief funeral services were held at the residence on Thursday before starting with the body for Arlington. At the time of death, Mr. Hoch was about 46 years of age. he was a brother of Mrs. C. J. Simpkins and of Prof. J. F. Hoch of Protection.
-- The Western Star, 14 January 1916

HOLDERBY, ANNA MARTHA (JOHNSON)
Mrs. H. O. Holderby died at 8:30 p.m. on Wednesday, September 22, 1909, at the home of her daughter, Mrs. H. W. Chapman, in this city. She had been in poor health for over a year and for the past 6 or 7 months had been confined to her bed. Death came peacefully and apparently with no illness. Mrs. Holderby displayed remarkable patience and fortitude. Very seldom did she utter a word of complaint, she rather seeming to be reconciled and in every way prepared for the event of death.
Anna Martha Johnson was born on March 16, 1856, in Iowa, but at an early age she moved to Macon county, Missouri, where she lived all of her girlhood days. On February 7, 1876, she was married to Hiram O. Holderby, who, with three sons and two daughters, survive her. Mr. and Mrs. Holderby moved from Missouri to Comanche county, Kansas, in 1884, landing here in March of that year. With the exception of the past few years, which were spent in Lawton, Okla., they have continuously lived in this county. Mrs. Holderby was a woman of many excellent qualities. She was kind to all, a good neighbor and a devoted wife and mother. For several years she had been a member of the M. E. church. The funeral services were conducted at 4 p.m. yesterday in the Presbyterian church, the pastor, Rev. J. C. Bigbee, being in charge, Rev. C. E. Brown of the M. E. church assisting. Burial was made in the Coldwater cemetery. The surviving children are: Mrs. H. W. Chapman, Mrs. D. E. Taylor, Grover and Cash Holderby of this county and James Holderby of Lawton, Okla. To them and to the bereaved husband the sympathy of all is extended.
-- The Western Star, 24 September 1909

HOLDERBY, HIRAM
J. D. Holderby of this city, received sad tidings Thursday of the death of his brother, Hiram Holderby, at Mayfield, N. C. The deceased was 83 years old, and was the postmaster at Mayfield where he died. The deceased was an uncle to our county treasurer, H. O. Holderby.
-- The Western Star, 17 November 1888

HOLDERBY, J. D.
An old timer has fallen. J. D. Holderby sleeps quietly today. Mr. Holderby, one of the earliest settlers of the county, and one of the oldest citizens, died at the residence of his son, County Treasurer, H. O. Holderby, last Saturday morning, February 13, 1892, aged 83 years and 6 months. While his death was not a surprise, it was a great shock to his numerous friends and relatives. For the past six weeks or two months he had been gradually sinking from an attack of la grippe, and owing to his extreme age his constitution was too weak to rally from its ravages. Mr. Holderby had many years been a member of the Methodist church, and was a Christian gentleman to every sense of the word. He leaves a number of grown up children, some residing in this state and some of them in Missouri. His remains were taken back to Macon county, Missouri, for burial, his son, H. O. Holderby accompanying them from this city on Monday's train. "So man lieth down, and riseth not until the heavens be no more, they shall not wake, nor be raised out of their sleep."
-- The Western Star, 20 February 1892

HOLLAND, INFANT TWINS
Mrs. W. T. Holland gave birth to twins just Saturday, a boy and a girl, the girl was still born and the little boy only lived two days. The latter child was apparently well until just a short time before his death. The two children were both buried in the same grave in the city cemetery. Mrs. Holland is getting along very well at present writing.
-- The Western Star, 23 January 1897

HOLLENBECK, LOTTIE
Miss Lottie Hollenbeck, a daughter of Mr. and Mrs. G. W. Hollenbeck, who were early day settlers in this county, died on Thursday, January 3, 1918, at the base hospital in Ft. Riley where she had been for some time working as a Red Cross nurse. The funeral was held in her home town (Bethel, Kans.) on the following Sunday. Miss Lottie took up the work of a professional nurse about 13 years ago and and soon became a very successful and enthusiastic worker in that line. She offered her services to the Red Cross and was assigned to Ft. Riley. It was her intention to go to France within a few weeks. Her death was due to pneumonia, the attack lasting only 42 hours. In all her work as a nurse she displayed the highest type of consecrated and willing service for others. She seemed to have a natural adaptation for the work, and at the army post she soon became a valuable member of the hospital force. Her sudden and untimely death called forth from all branches of the army at Riley expressions on the keenest regret and of highest esteem. There were many beautiful tributes to her unselfish and useful life.
Miss Hollenbeck was born in Paola, Kans., on January 31, 1881. Four years later she came with the family to Comanche co. and for about 17 years lived in the eastern part of the county. In her passing away the great cause of world democracy lost a loyal, capable and untiring worker in the ranks of those who are giving their time and talents that Right and Justice may prevail. The parents, two brothers and one sister survive her.
-- The Western Star, 18 January 1918

HOLLOWAY, ALPHA (PERKINS)
Mrs. Fred Holloway died at her home a few miles southwest of this city at 3 o'clock p.m. on last Wednesday, August 9, 1916. Her sickness was of short duration and the news of her death came as a surprise to all. She had apparently been in her usual good health, when, on last Friday evening, she was seized with a severe attack of inflammatory rheumatism. Her condition gradually became worse and, in the end her heart became affected. Death came very suddenly. Funeral services were held at the home yesterday afternoon, Rev. A. G. Alexander of the Presbyterian church being in charge. Interment was made in the Coldwater cemetery.
Deceased who before her marriage was Miss Alpha Perkins, was united in marriage with Fred Holloway in Meade, Kans., in October, 1911. Two children were born to the union - Francis, aged 3 and Edith, aged nearly 2. These, with the husband, are now bereft of a loving and devoted mother and wife. Had Mrs. Holloway lived until the 6th of next December, she would have been 20 years of age.
-- The Western Star, 11 August 1916

HOLT, CHARLES L.
Chas. L. Holt, who was a well known Comanche-co. citizen, died at 7:50 a.m. on last Monday, June 12, at his home in this city, after an illness of about a week, during which time he was suffering from what was either cancer or ulcers of the rectal cavity. So intense was his suffering that, for 48 hours before his death it was necessary to keep him completely under the influence of opiates. He had been in failing health for some time, but had been able to be about his work most of the time. Mr. Holt was born in Scotland-co., Mo., on January 20, 1852. At the time of his death his age was 64 years, 4 months and 23 days. In the early 80's Mr. Holt came to Kansas, settling in this county on a claim about 6 miles north of Protection. He thus became one of the pioneer settlers of the county. In November, 1894, in this city, he was united in marriage with Miss Nellie Holland, a daughter of Mr. and Mrs. J. G. Holland. Mrs. Holt died in this city on March 17, 1914. No children were born to Mr. and Mrs. Holt. Deceased was a man of many good impulses, and during all his adult life, was a hard working and dependable citizen. Mrs. W. I. Brown of this city is his sister. Funeral services were held in the M. E. church at 10 a.m. on Tuesday, the pastor, Rev. R. W. Wyrick, being in charge. In his youth, Mr. Holt became a member of the Baptist church. Interment was made by the side of the wife in the Coldwater cemetery.
-- The Western Star, 16 June 1916

HOLT, ELIZABETH (LAKE)
Mrs. Elizabeth Holt, an estimable Christian lady, died last Tuesday morning at the home of her son, James R. Holt, four miles northwest of Slater, Missouri, aged 88 years, 7 months and 19 days. The funeral services were held Wednesday morning at the First Baptist church of Slater, and her remains laid to rest in the city cemetery. The deceased was a native of North Carolina and was the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Lake. When about a year old she came with her parents to Marion co., Mo., where she was married in 1839 to Mr. J. D. Holt, who died many years ago. Eight children who live at various places in Missouri, Kansas and Oklahoma survive. There are also 42 grandchildren, 90 great grandchildren and 3 great, great, grandchildren. Mrs. Holt had been a member of the Baptist church for 73 years, having united with that church when she was 15 years of age. After the death of her husband, which was more than 40 years ago, she has made her home with her children, and for the past 16 years has lived with J. R. Holt. The services at the church, conducted by J. Edwin Norvell, assisted by the pastor, Rev. W. P. Clark, were largely attended by the friends and neighbors of the family, who were present to pay the last tribute to the aged lady who has passed to the mysterious beyond, where sorrow and death are not.
(Obituary from the Slater, Mo. Exchange, Mrs. Holt was the mother of Mrs. W. I. Brown of Coldwater.)
-- The Western Star, 3 May 1907

HOOFER, ETTA M. (SMITH)
At 7 o'clock p.m. on last Saturday, September 23, 1911, occurred the death of Mrs. M. F. Hoofer, at her home 4 miles southwest of this city. She had been in poor health for several months, suffering from an internal abscess. For about six weeks she had been confined to her bed most all the time. Her suffering at times was intense, yet she was patient and uncomplaining. She had been unconscious for about 24 hours or more before her death. Etta M. Smith was born in Shelby county, Missouri, on June 10, 1868. On January 11, 1885, she was united in marriage to M. F. Hoofer. They lived in Rush, Pawnee and Hodgeman counties in Kansas, until April 1900, when they moved to this county. Mrs. Hoofer was at all times a devoted wife and mother. Kind and considerate as a friend and neighbor, she was highly esteemed by all who knew her. She had for a number of years been a member of a M. E. church, and her every thought and good deed seemed to conform to her profession. Her faith in Christ as her savior never faltered and her life and death was exemplified the triumphant christian's faith. The husband and five children survive, all except the two oldest children, Roy and Jessie, being present at the time of her death or soon afterwards. The children who live in this county are; Mrs. Chas. Sickler, Mrs. Roy Fox and Asa Hoofer. Funeral services were held at the M. E. church in this city at 4:30 p.m. on Monday, the pastor, Rev. C. E. Brown, being in charge. Interment was made in the Coldwater cemetery. At the time of her death, Mrs. Hoofer's age was 43 years, 4 months and 13 days.
-- The Western Star, 29 September 1911

HOPKINS, HAZEL HELEN
Hazel Helen Hopkins was born October 7, 1898, in Wichita, Kansas, and passed away December 13, 1943, at Larned, Kansas, at the age of 45 years, two months and six days. The most of her life was spent at the farm home near Wilmore. She is survived by her mother, Mrs. Martha McMillen, five half sisters: Louisa Kennedy, Wilmore, Kans., Mary Gill, Merced, Calif., Clarice Fry, Wilmore, Kans., and Alice Atteberry and Flossie Trummel of Coldwater, Kans. Burial services were at the Wilmore Cemetery Wednesday afternoon at 2:30 o'clock with Lloyd Sparks, pastor of the Coldwater church having charge of the committal service. A duet, "God Will Take Care of You," was sung by Mrs. Lester Trummel and Mrs. Austin Cobb. The pallbearers were Ord and Alva Trummel, C. O. Masterson, George Kennedy, Fay Smith and E. L. Ferrin.
-- The Western Star, 17 December 1943

HOWARTH, INFANT
On Thursday morning of this week, the death angel entered the home of Mr. and Mrs. Benj. Howarth, and spirited away their infant, a boy, aged 15 months. The little fellow had been ill but a week - his death being caused from that terrible infantile malady, cholera infantum. Reverends Woodburn and Latham conducted funeral services at the family residence, Thursday evening at 7 o'clock. The family accompanied the remains to Wellington, Kansas on yesterday's train and the burial took place at that point. Mr. and Mrs. Howarth have the heartfelt sympathy of the community in this sad hour. The infant was an exceptionally bright little fellow and the joy of the home.
-- The Western Star, 10 June 1893

HOWELL, FRANCIS MARION
At 4:45 p.m. on last Friday, July 27, 1906, F. M. Howell, a well known citizen of this city, died suddenly of heart trouble. He had been in poor health for some time and was under the doctor's care, although able to be around most of the time. On Saturday afternoon he followed his usual custom of going to the post office and then found a resting place in the shade in front of P. H. Thornton's real estate office. He appeared to be in about his usual health and chatted pleasantly with a number of friends about him. In a few minutes, however, someone near noticed that he seemed unusually pale and even deathly, and upon going to him found that he was in a dying condition. He was still sitting in his chair. Everything possible was done for him but to no avail. Death ensued within a few minutes.
Francis Marion Howell was born on April 26, 1832, near Troy, Lincoln county, Missouri, and was, therefore, at the time of his death three months and one day past 74 years of age. He was married on June 22, 1870, to Amanda E. Powell. To this union were born seven children, all of whom live to mourn a father's death. In 1893 Mr. Howell moved from Missouri to Kansas. In 1895 he went to Oklahoma where he lived until 1896 when he returned to Coldwater. Here he continued to live until the time of his death. He served three years and six months as a member of the Forty-ninth Missouri cavalry during the Civil War and participated in a number of important battles. He was ever a brave soldier and since the war he continued to be a loyal citizen and a worthy member of the community in which he lived. For several years he had been a familiar figure on the streets of Coldwater. All were his friends. The funeral services were held at 5 p.m. on Saturday. Rev. W. L. Roberts conducted brief services at the home. Interment was made in the Coldwater cemetery.

Card of Thanks. We desire to thank the good people of Coldwater who were so kind to our father while living and for the assistance given in his burial. C. A. Howell. L. W. Howell and Wife. O. B. Howell and Wife. O. D. Howell. E. F. Howell. Mrs. Zilla Winthrow. Pearl Howell.
-- The Western Star, 3 August 1906

HUCKELBRIDGE, ARTHUR C.
Well-Known Coldwater Inventor Dies Suddenly. A. C. Huckelbridge Had Been Resident of County Since 1906
A. C. Huckelbridge, who had been a resident of Comanche county for over 37 years, passed away Thursday of last week at his home in this city after an illness of several months, due to a heart attack. Funeral services were held Tuesday afternoon of this week in the Methodist church in this city with the pastor, Rev. Major W. Parker in charge. There were many flowers, sent as a tribute to a good man. Miss Helen Allderdice and Mrs. J. W. Brewer sang "God Will Take Care of You" and "Will The Circle Be Unbroken?" and Mr. and Mrs. Gurney T. Hadley sang "Face to Face." Mrs. Wm. Brumbraugh was the accompanist. The active pallbearers were Victor Gates, J. W. Brewer, James and Victor Allderdice and Frank and Ralph Todd. The honorary pallbearers were Chas. E. Allderdice, Claude Sims, Frank Dodson, H. B. Cloud, Gus Bramlett and Harry York. Burial was in Crown Hill cemetery near Coldwater.
Arthur C. Huckelbridge, son of John and Hannah Huckelbridge, was born in the home of his parents near Bunker Hill, Macoupin county, Illinois, December 12, 1870, and passed away December 30, 1943, at his home in Coldwater, Kansas, aged 73 years and 18 days. He attended school in Bunker Hill, Illinois, and at the age of 17 united with the Baptist church retaining his membership there. At the age of 19 he came west to the Black Hills of South Dakota, thence to the Indian Territory and Kansas, later returning to his old home in Illinois, until in the fall of 1895 he located in Wellington, Kansas.
On March 17, 1898, he was united in marriage with Miss Bertha Reed of Wellington, Kansas. To this union seven children were born, all of whom are living - Mrs. Anna Carthrae and Mrs. Margaret Seyfrit of Coldwater, John Huckelbridge of Chaular, California, Mrs. Juanita Taylor of Beatrice, Nebraska, Mrs. Myrtle McIntyre of Wichita, Kansas, Walter Huckelbridge of Coldwater and Arthur Huckelbridge II, some where in the Pacific.
For a number of years he was foreman of a nursery in Wellington, Kansas, coming to Comanche county in the fall of 1906, where he engaged in farming until going to Arkansas in 1912 as foreman of the Moffet Bros., Lewis and Andrews ranch, returning to Comanche county in 1915, where he again engaged in farming at the Dodson farm southeast of Coldwater. Afterwards he took up road construction. At the time of his death he was engaged in the manufacture of dehorning chutes, a product of his own invention. He was an upright citizen, honorable in all his dealings with his fellow man, a true and loyal friend and a devoted husband and father.
He is survived by his wife, four daughters and three sons, 17 grandchildren and five great grandchildren; one sister, Mrs. Mary Henderson, of Thayer, Kansas, and a brother, Walter Huckelbridge of Bunker Hill, Illinois, and many other relatives and friends.
-- The Western Star, 7 January 1944

HUFF, B. S.
Mrs. C. T. Avery received a telegram Friday evening of last week, announcing the death of her brother, B. S. Huff, who resided in Colchester, Connecticut. He left this city last spring, after a couple of years residence in this city, and returned to his old home. He had been a helpless cripple since the war. Mrs. Avery was expecting to make him a visit in May.
-- The Western Star, 1 April 1896

HUFFMASTER, FRANK
The news reached this county last week of the death of Frank Huffmaster, son of Mr. and Mrs. R. Huffmaster, who were among the early settlers in this county and who were well known here. A few years ago the Huffmaster family moved to Louisiana, where they still live. The news of Frank's death will be received with surprise and sadness here as he was a well known and highly respected young man here for many years. We are indebted to Mrs. Lewis Gray of Flesburg, Kansas, a sister of the deceased, for the following obituary notice:

Frank Huffmaster was born in Peoria county, Illinois, on October 22, 1881, and died near Bolivia, La., on October 28, 1918, aged 37 years and 6 days. At the age of five years he moved with his parents to No Man's Land, or what is now Beaver county, Oklahoma. The family lived there a short time, then moved to Comanche county, Kansas, where Frank grew to manhood. He received his education in the Coldwater schools. He was of a very quiet disposition and always a great boy for home. All his acquaintances were his friends because he always had a kind word for everybody. He moved to Louisiana about six years ago and there he resided until the 11th of October, when the Nation called him to serve his country. It was when he went to be examined that he was in a rain and got wet and took a severe cold which developed into influenza and pneumonia and, notwithstanding all that the doctor could do or the loving care of his mother and sister, who watched over him day and night, God claimed him and relieved him of his suffering. He leaves to mourn his death, father and mother, two brothers and three sisters. His father and mother and Albert and Ella live in Louisiana, Charlie Huffmaster and Mrs. Anna Gary, live at Feisburg, Kansas and Mrs. Belle Woodworth lives neat Potter, Nebraska.
-- The Western Star, 8 November 1918

HUFFT, CYNTHIA HARRIETT
On Thursday, June 7, 1900, Cynthia Harriett Hufft, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. James Hufft, of Powell-tp, aged 1 year, 2 months, and 11 days. The child was taken sick on Monday evening with what seemed to be cholera infautum. Medical assistance was called and the best possible attention was given the little sufferer, but on Thursday evening a sudden change for the worse soon ended in death. Burial took place on Friday in the Coldwater cemetery. The grief-stricken parents have the sympathy of all in their hour of bereavement.
-- The Western Star, 15 June 1900

HULL, BRADFORD
At the home of his daughter, Mrs. J. E. Davis, near Coldwater, Kansas, on Saturday, March 12, 1904, Bradford Hull, aged 83 years, 5 months and 1 day. At 4 o'clock a.m. on last Saturday, after lapsing into unconciousness for about 24 hours, Bradford Hull, father of Spencer Hull, of this city, and of Mrs. J. E. Davis, northeast of town, died without any apparent struggle or pain. He had been an invalid from paralysis for eight years and was incapable during that time, of walking. On the Sunday before his death he began to fail in strength, and gradually his remaining vitality gave way. The funeral services were held at the home of Mr. and Mrs. J. E. Davis at 10:30 a.m. on Sunday, Rev. I. W. Bailey, of the Baptist church, preaching an appropriate sermon. Rev. J. B. Handy, of the M. E. church, assisted in the services. Burial took place in the Coldwater cemetery.
The deceased was born in Chester co., Pennsylvania, October 11, 1820. At the age of 7 he moved with his parents to Morrow co., Ohio, where he lived for nearly 67 years. On October 5, 1843, he was united in marriage to Miss Nancy Titus. Nine children were born to the union, 6 of whom are living. The son, Spencer Hull, and a daughter, Mrs. Davis, were the only children present at the funeral exercises. There are few more patient, more unassuming and withal, more honorable men or more conscientious and upright citizens than was Bradford Hull. He bore his affliction without a murmur and with remarkable patience.
For the past 15 years he had made his home most of the time with Mr. and Mrs. Spencer Hull. A part of the time was county for 7 years. Before coming to Kansas he spent a couple of years in Chicago. It was during his stay spent at the home of Mr. and Mrs. J. E. Davis. Mr. Hull had lived in that city that he was stricken with paralysis. For nearly all his life he had been a member of the Baptist church and had lived a consistent and exemplary Christian life. In his death the relatives and friends deeply mourn the loss of a kind father and good man, and especially will those who for so many years, so lovingly administered to his every need, feel the pang of his absence.
-- The Western Star, 18 March 1904

HUNT, H. M.
H. M. Hunt, commonly known as "Mack," met death at his own hands shortly before noon on last Monday at his home nearly 15 miles northwest of this city. No one was in or very near the house at the time. A son was working in the field and when he came in at noon the father's dead body was found on a bed. On the floor near by lay a 45 caliber Colt revolver, with one empty shell. That the man took his own life with suicidal intent there is no doubt. In a brief note which he left, he stated that he had been accused of a crime, but positively declared his innocence, and affirmed that while he was innocent, he would rather "die and end all" than to have the worry and the expense of trying to establish his innocence. He had seemed morose for two or three days and those with whom he was closely associated, had noticed that he was somewhat disturbed and had on one or two occasions, referred to the fact that he "was not far from the other side." He had rolled back the collar of the overalls jumper which he wore and so opened up his other clothing as to expose the body in the region of the heart. He had evidently, as he sat on the side of the bed or stood by it, placed the muzzle of the revolver over his heart and pulled the trigger. The ball passed entirely through the body, and it is evident that death was almost instantaneous. The shot made a frightful wound in the body, after which it entered the wall of the house. As soon as the dead body was found and a telephone could be reached, word was sent to Coldwater and Dr T. _. Crawford and Deputy Sheriff A. L. McDonold were soon on the way to the Hunt home, but they found their trip useless, except to verify the facts, as stated above.
Deceased had lived in this county (on one of the former Frank McLaughlin tracts of land) for a little over 2 years. He lived in Stafford county for several years and taught several terms of school in that county. He also lived for a while in the Marriage ranch in Kiowa county. A son, whose home is in the east, and two sons, Hermon and Ray, of this county, survive. The wife died about 20 years ago. Had Mr. Hunt lived until the 3rd of next June, he would have been 60 years of age. Interment was made in the Coldwater cemetery on Wednesday.
-- The Western Star, 4 April 1913

HULSEY, MINA PEARL
Mina Pearl Hulsey, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. A. J. Hulsey, was born on May 2, 1907, and died on June 29, 1909, after an illness of a little over a week. Toward the close of the child's sickness spinal meningitis developed, and that was the immediate cause of death. The best efforts of loving hands and the utmost that medical skill could do proved unavailing in the attempt to save the child's life. The funeral services were held at the M. E. church in this city and were in charge of Rev. Chas. E. Brown, the pastor. Interment was made in the Coldwater cemetery. The hearts of the father and mother and other relatives and friends are now almost crushed by the severe loss of such a loved one, and they have the sincere sympathy of all in this their hour of deep affliction.
-- The Western Star, 2 July 1909

HUNTER, MARY (HUTCHINS)
Died, in Bakerfield, Calif., on December 12, 1904, Mrs. Mary Hutchins-Hunter. Mrs. Hunter lived in Coldwater for several years prior to 1890, coming here from Council Bluffs, Iowa. She attended the Coldwater High school and afterwards taught for a year or two here. The family moved to California about 14 years ago. The Bakersfield Californian refers as follows to the deceased:
Mrs. J. M. Hunter, after many days of suffering, was summoned to her final rest shortly after 11 o'clock last night. All day yesterday the most disquieting reports came from the sick room, and later in the day it became evident that the end was near. As Miss Hutchins, Mrs. Hunter came to Bakersfield with her parents from Kansas in 1890, when but a girl, and for a short time she attended the public schools in this city. She prepared herself to become a teacher, and was first in charge of the Beardsley school. Her success as an instructor was so marked that the following year she was offered a position in the department in this city where she taught with signal success for a number of terms, only resigning her position to become the bride of Jas. M. Hunter. Mrs. Hunter was prominently identified with the work of the Women's Club, being one of the Board of Directors and the treasurer of that society at the time of her death. She was a member of the Methodist Episcopal church and was active in whatever tended to upbuild the church and Sunday school. Mrs. Hunter was possessed of a sweet disposition and a winning manner that made her a favorite with all who were honored by her acquaintance. Always gracious and pleasing as a teacher, she was idolized by the children in her class, and in social circles, in the church, wherever she was known, she was beloved for all those qualities that make lovable a womanly woman.
Her bereaved husband and mother and the helpless babe have the sincere sympathy of the entire community. The funeral will be held from the family residence, 1929 Truxtun-ave., on Wednesday afternoon. Rev. Edward Vaughn will officiate and the interment will take place in the Union cemetery. The members of the Order of the Eastern Star will attend the funeral in a body and the public schools of the city will close at noon as a mark of respect to the former teacher.
-- The Western Star, 30 December 1904

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