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INMAN, MRS. (?) DREW
Died - On Tuesday morning, July 3, 1900, at her home
in Kiowa tp., Kiowa county, Kansas, Mrs. David Inman, aged about 62 years. The
deceased had many friends and acquaintances in Comanche county. She, with her
first husband, Norman Drew, was one of the first settlers in this part of the
state, settling in Edwards county, nearly 30 years ago, and a few years later in
the southwestern part of Kiowa county. She was married to David Inman about 4
years ago. About 18 months ago, Mrs. Inman was stricken with a stroke of
paralysis. Later, she was afflicted with a complication of diseases from which
she died. Interment took place in the Mullinsville cemetery. Rev. C. M. Gray of
this city conducted the funeral service.
-- The Western Star, 6 July 1900
JACKSON, FANNIE
One of the saddest and most sudden deaths that has
occurred in this city for a long time, was the death of Fannie Jackson, which
occurred at her home last Sunday. The deceased was the second child of W. J. and
Ella Jackson and was aged 13 years. She was taken ill Thursday of last week, and
she was not thought to be seriously ill until a few hours before her death. All
that medical skill could do seemed to be of no avail. After her death, Drs.
Laughhead and Halliday made a postmortem examination, and concluded that death
was caused from a substance supposed to be chewing gum, which she had swallowed,
and it lodged in the smaller intestine at a point where it intersects with the
larger intestines and formed a pus or sack in the intestine, which stopped the
passage of the intestines, causing inflammation to set in, and death to follow.
It was a very sad death in our community and is regretted by all, and reminds us
all again of the uncertainties of life. The funeral took place from the M. E.
church at 10 o'clock Tuesday, and the remains were followed to the last resting
place by a large concourse of sorrowing relatives and friends.
-- The Western Star, 21 November 1891
JACKSON, MRS.
Mrs. Jackson, mother of W. J.
Jackson of this city, died at her home in Indiana on the 8th, of March 1895,
after a long illness, aged 74 years.
-- The Western Star, 30 March 1895
JACKSON, MRS. QUINT
Mrs. Quint Jackson, wife of a brother of W. J.
Jackson, of this city, died yesterday at Greenfield, Indiana, recently, of blood
poisoning. She was only ill a few days.
-- The Western Star, 15 February 1896
JACKSON, SAMUEL McPHERSON
Early on Wednesday morning the people of
Coldwater were shocked to learn the sad news of the death at 6:40 o'clock that
morning of S. M. Jackson. It was known that Mr. Jackson was in poor health, his
ailment being diabetes, but not many people knew that he was seriously sick. On
Tuesday he attended to considerable business about the post office and his real
estate office, and also attended district court where he was a witness in one or
two cases. But, it was evident to all who saw him, and to Mr. Jackson himself,
that he was a very sick man. Yet, his indomitable energy kept him going, even
against the advice of many of his friends. Late in the evening he took to his
bed and a few hours later he became unconscious. Medical skill was summoned and
everything possible was done to relieve the sick man. His life, however, ebbed
away slowly, and with the breaking of the morning light the last spark left his
body. Death came peaceably and without an apparent struggle.
Samuel M.
Jackson was born near Colchester, Pennsylvania, on July 7, 1861. At an early age
he moved with his parents to Marion, Iowa, where he lived until April, 1885,
when he came to Coldwater. On June 14, 1889, he was married to Miss Zelma
Pennington, who with a daughter, Hazel, 12 years old, survives him. During the
early days of Comanche co., Mr. Jackson was engaged in the real estate and
abstracting business and took a prominent part in the development of the county.
In the spring of 1898 he received the appointment as postmaster at Coldwater and
continued to hold that position up to the time of his death. He represented
Comanche co. in the state legislature during the years 1896-98. In every sense
of the word Mr. Jackson was a public spirited and honorable citizen. In his
private as well as his public life he always exemplified the highest type of the
true husband and father and the worthy member of the community in which he
lived. He had an extensive acquaintance over this part of the state and everyone
who knew him was his friend. He was a faithful member of the Presbyterian
church, also of the Odd Fellows, K. P. and Woodmen lodges. In the latter order
he carried $2000 life insurance. He will be missed in the social and business
circles of our city and county and his memory will long be cherished by Comanche
co. people. Funeral services will take place at 3 p.m. today (Friday) in the
Presbyterian church and will be in charge of the pastor, Rev. W. L. Roberts.
Interment will take place in Coldwater cemetery.
-- The Western Star, 4
December 1903
JACKSON, THOMAS
Thos. Jackson, an early day settler in
Comanche-co. and for about 34 years one of our well known citizens, died at the
home of his daughter, Mrs. T. J. Force, near Calico Rock, Ark., on Friday, May
13, 1921. At the time of his death he lacked but 18 days of being 78 years of
age. Up to about five months ago he had been in quite good health for one of his
advanced years. His health began to fall in December last, and from that time
his vitality gradually declined. Heart weakness was the immediate cause of his
death. The body was brought to Wilmore on Sunday and laid to rest in the Wilmore
cemetery on Monday afternoon. It was in accordance with Mr. Jackson's request
that burial was made here. The funeral services were held in Wilmore and were in
charge of Rev. A. Frank Johnson; pastor of the Presbyterian church in this city.
A large number of the former neighbors of the deceased were present at the
funeral to pay their respects to their departed friend and neighbor. The Masonic
lodge of Wilmore, of which Mr. Jackson was a charter member, assisted in the
funeral services.
Deceased was a native of Scotland. At the age of 23, or in
the year 1886, young Jackson made up his mind to come to America. He settled in
Barton, Md. On October 4, 1870 in that state he was united in marriage with Miss
Marion MacDonald. To this union three daughters were born. The wife and an
infant daughter died in Maryland many years ago. The surviving daughters are
Mrs. Nannie T. Force of Calico Rock, Ark., and Mrs. Margaret C. Willard of Port
Clinton, Ohio. Both were present at the time of their father's death. One twin
brother, James Jackson, now of Ottawa, Kans., and a former citizen of this
county, also 12 grandchildren survive.
Mr. Jackson was, in every respect a
good citizen, posing as he did that sturdy, upright character for which the
Scotch are noted. As a neighbor and friend he was always loyal to every
obligation, and as a husband and father he was devoted and kind. He came to this
county from Maryland in the year 1884, when the county was just beginning to be
settled, and located on a claim nine miles east of Coldwater and 4 1/2 miles
southeast of Wilmore. There he continued to live until November, 1918, when he
and his son-in-law, Thos. J. Force, and family, with whom he had made his home
for a number of years, moved to Arkansas. James Jackson, brother of the
deceased, arrived in America from Scotland about the year 1868, and he also
settled in this county in an early day and made his home here until his removal
to Wichita, and later to Ottawa, several years ago.
In the death of "Uncle
Tommy" Jackson, this county loses another of its pioneer settlers and one who
for many years was one of our best citizens. Thus, one by one, the "Old Guard"
are passing away. Soon they will all be gone. All honor to them for the lives
they lived and the good influences they leave behind them. Mr. Jackson had been
a member of the Presbyterian church since his youth, and had always lived a
consistent Christian life. He had been a member of the Masonic lodge for many
years, and for several years had been a 32nd degree Mason and Shriner.
-- The Western Star, 20 May 1921
JANETT, HARRIET MARTHA (CRAMER)
Mrs. Andrew
Janett died at 2 o'clock p.m. on last Sunday, at her home in this city, after an
illness extending through two years or more and which kept her confined to her
bed during all that time. Her affliction was the result of a stroke of
paralysis, which left her practically helpless. Her health had been impaired for
a number of years, a paralytic stroke about 17 years ago being the cause. She
was a patient sufferer, and appeared constantly to be only waiting the end with
a resignation and with a welcome which characterizes a true Christian. Funeral
services were conducted at the home at 10 o'clock a.m. on Monday, Rev. A. G.
Alexander of the Presbyterian church being in charge. Interment was in the
Coldwater cemetery.
Harriet Martha Cramer was born in Strongstown, Indiana
co., Penn., on November 28, 1853. Her age at the time of her death was,
therefore, 73 years, 9 months and 12 days. On May 18, 1871, she was united in
marriage with Edward C. Fleming. In the year 1879 Mr. and Mrs. Fleming settled
in Ellsworth co., Kansas, where they lived for about 11 years, moving from there
to Buffalo co., Nebr. Later they returned to Kansas. Mr. Fleming died several
years ago. On June 7, 1897, in Winfield, Kansas, Mrs. Fleming was united in
marriage with Andrew Janett, who survives her. Mr. and Mrs. Janett moved to
Coldwater about seven years ago, and they continued to make this city their
home. Deceased was a woman of kind disposition, true as a wife and mother and
faithful to her profession as a Christian. For many years she had been a member
of the Methodist Protestant church. Since January 21, 1912, she had been a
member of the Presbyterian church of this city. She is survived by three sons
and two daughters, Sam and Ed Fleming of this city, Emery Fleming of Protection,
Mrs. Wm. Easton of Grand Junction, Colo., and Miss Martha Fleming of Denver,
Colo.
-- The Western Star, 14 September 1917
JANSON, JOHN
At 8
o'clock a.m. on last Wednesday, August 18, 1915, occurred the death of John
Janson at his home in this city. It was on the 24th of last November that Mr.
Janson became so ill that he was compelled to give up his work at his store and
stay home. On December 24 he went to Hot Springs, Ark., where he spent nearly 6
months, but with little benefit to his health. A few weeks ago he again went to
Arkansas, going to the home of a son and a daughter in Berryville, thinking that
the change might prove beneficial. He grew gradually weaker, however, and soon
expressed a desire to return home. After his return to Coldwater, on August 9,
he gradually lost strength. For a couple of days before death occurred, he
lapsed into unconsciousness and the end came as though he were in a peaceful
sleep. Throughout the entire 9 months of his suffering, Mr. Janson was
remarkably patient and uncomplaining. The cause of his sickness and death was a
condition of circulatory system known as hardening of the arteries. There were
complications of other disorders, but the arterial trouble was the most
pronounced.
Deceased was a native of Germany, having been born in
Wendlesheim, Hessendamstadt, on September 18, 1852. His age at the time of his
death was, therefore, 62 years and 11 months. At an early age he was left an
orphan. When he was but 13 years old he came to America, settling in New York
City, where he lived until the summer of 1884, when he turned, with many others,
toward the west, settling in the then new town of Nescatunga in this county. He
was an experienced boot and shoe and harness maker, and at the time of his
death, had devoted over 30 years of his life to that business. About the year
1887, he moved to Coldwater, and for 4 years was employed in Milt Shultise's
harness and shoe shop. Later, he bought Mr. Shultise's store building and stock
of goods and engaged in business for himself. By close attention to business and
untiring industry he prospered, until his business demanded a much larger and
more modern building. In point of settlement in the county and in business
experience in this city, Mr. Janson was certainly a Comanche-co. pioneer.
On
February 4, 1874, in New York City, Mr. Janson was united in marriage with Miss
Sarah Dumser, who with 5 sons and 2 daughters, survive him. The sons are: Will,
George, Fred and Claude of this county and John, of Berryville, Ark. The
daughters are: Mrs. Dollie White of Berryville, Ark., and Mrs. May Helbert of
Wichita, Kans.
There were few better known or more universally esteemed men
in Comanche-co. than was John Janson. He was in every respect, a good citizen -
honest in all his dealings, thoughtful of the welfare of his family and
considerate and tolerant with all about him. There are many in the county whom,
at some time, he had befriended. His kindliness, his whole-souled generosity and
his uniform good cheer will not soon be forgiven by Comanche-co. people, who
knew him so well. Mr. Janson had for years been an active member of several
lodges, the Masonic, the Odd Fellows, the Knights of Pythias, the Rebekaha and
the A. H. T. A. At the age of 10, he became a member of the German Lutheran
church. In many ways he exemplified throughout his life the teachings of the
Christian religion. Of him no one seldom, if ever, was heard to utter a
derogatory word. The high compliment has frequently been paid him - "He was one
of the best of men."
Funeral services will be conducted in the Presbyterian
church at 3 o'clock p.m. this Friday afternoon. It is expected that the pastor,
Rev. W. B. Leonard, will return from Beaver, Okla., in time to be present and
conduct the funeral services.
-- The Western Star, 20 August 1915
JANSON, JOIE
Joie Janson, infant son of John and Sarah Janson, died last
Saturday, December 6th, from what appears to be spinal meningitis. The infant
was only about eight weeks old. The funeral took place from the home of the
parents a short distance north of the city, on Monday evening, Rev. Francis
conducting the services.
-- The Western Star, 13 December 1890
JANSON,
MILTON S.
Died, near this city at the residence of his parents, Thursday
morning, July 21st., 1892, Milton S., youngest son of John Janson, aged 3 months
and 7 days. The little fellow had been ill about four weeks, and continued to
waste away until death relieved him from his sufferings. Rev. E. V. Allen
conducted the funeral rites from the family residence Friday afternoon. The
father and mother who did all in their power to save the life of the little one,
have the sympathy of the community.
-- The Western Star, 23 July 1892
JARNAGIN, INFANT
The infant child of Mr. and Mrs. Joe Jarnagin died on Friday
of last week and was interred in the cemetery east of town Saturday. The
bereaved parents have the sympathy of many friends.
-- The Western Star, 10
November 1894
JENKINS, INFANT
The infant daughter of Isaac and Mrs.
Jenkins died in this city Saturday night about 12 o'clock. She was buried in the
Coldwater cemetery.
-- The Western Star, 6 June 1896
JOHNSON, ELLEN
Sudden Death - Mrs. Ellen Johnson, a widow of Shimer township and the mother of
five children came to this city, July 30th and made final proof of her claim in
that township before the District clerk. She was apparently in good health at
the time, but returning home was taken sick and died on Tuesday, July 2nd.
Letters of guardianship were issued by Ezra P. Guard the first of the week, as
guardian of her estate, the children all being minors.
-- The Western Star,
13 August 1887
JOHNSON, EZEKIEL W.
Ezekiel W. Johnson, who is quite
well known in this county, died suddenly last week at his home at Cheney,
Kansas. We are told that he dropped dead while in the act of opening a gate for
a wagon to pass through. Mrs. W. W. Campbell, of this county, is his daughter,
and C. W. Johnson, formerly of Wilmore, was also his son.
-- The Western Star, 31 August 1889
JOHNSON, GEORGE H.
Leading Business Man of
Protection and Prominent Figure of Western Comanche County Died Friday Night.
Last Friday morning the entire community was shocked by the statement which
spread over the city and community that at two-thirty that morning, Geo. H.
Johnson had died from a stroke of paralysis at his home in Protection. Mr.
Johnson had been ill for the past year and had spent much time at Hot Springs.
During the early part of last spring he had an aggravated case of the "flu"
which culminated in a severe siege of pneumonia, leaving his heart and
circulatory system debilitated. Mr. Johnson went to Hot Springs during his
convalescent period and returned to Protection some months ago, feeling much
better. Since his return he had been looking after his business affairs, as
actively as before his illness. About two o'clock Friday morning he called to
his wife, but before medical aid could reach him, he expired, as after calling
for help, he lived less than a half hour in a comatose condition.
George H.
Johnson was one of the real builders of Protection. He was a man of intense
spirit and convictions. His heart was large, his inclinations charitable, and to
every cry of distress he gave a ready hearing and immediate substantial relief.
Mr. Johnson was progressive and while a man who controlled and used considerable
wealth, was humble and approachable in manner and confidence of the needs,
frailties and misfortunes of his fellowman. He was a community builder without
peer in this section. After moving to Protection from his farm several years
ago, he erected the building now known as the old Elite hotel, just last fall he
completed the construction of the large building occupied by the Field
Mercantile Company. Also, during his residence in Protection, he has erected
several dwellings, two of which, a home for himself and one for his daughter,
were under construction at the time of his demise. It would not be pessimistic
to state that he had no enemies for he was too active a man of affairs not to
given deep offenses to many. But his friends were numbered by the scores who
knew his heart of the man or had felt and experienced his abounding charities.
His deep and interest in the affairs, not alone of the community, but his
country, drew to him true and staunch friendships. But all - every person of the
community - will regret the taking of Geo. H. Johnson from among the active
ranks of our business men. Mr. Johnson leaves a large estate in realty holdings
and business enterprises. The funeral was held Sunday, November 14th, and the
body interred in the local cemetery.
Geo. H. Johnson was born at New Elm,
Minn., April 15, 1863, and died at his home in Protection, Kansas, Friday
morning at 2:30, November 12, 1920, aged 57 years, 6 months and 17 days. When he
was two years of age his parents moved from the Minnesota home and established
their home in town. In this state he grew to manhood and spent his youth. He
took up farming as his occupation and followed it more or less actively all his
life. On March 6, 1886, he was married to Miss Viola L. Fisher, who was a
faithful and devoted wife and loving mother, is left to mourn his loss. To this
union were born seven children, three sons and four daughters, all of whom are
living to mourn the loss of a devoted, kind and doting father. As a farmer in
Iowa, he laid, by hard work, frugality and preseverance, the foundations of his
later financial success. Especially was Mr. Johnson a very successful stockman.
Seeking a larger field for his activities he heard the further "call of the
west" and moved from Iowa to Missouri in 1892. He resided in the state being
exceedingly fortunate in affairs, until 1898, when he moved to Decatur county,
Kansas. Here he followed grain growing and stock raising with marked success.
But in the spring of 1907 he purchased land south of Protection and established
his home in this community where he has lived until the time of his death. About
1909 or 1910 he sold his land and moved to Protection and has since in many and
varied capacities been an active and large financial figure of the business life
of the community. The immediate surviving relatives are his wife, Mrs. Viola L.
Johnson, his four daughters, Mrs. John Hale, Mrs. Emma Bratcher, Mrs. Harrison
Duncan and Mrs. Glenn Bragg; all of Protection, Kansas; his three sons, Henry
and Ben Johnson of Protection, Kansas, and Fred Johnson of Grainfield, Kan.;
too, his step-mother, Mrs. Henry Johnson, and his brother, E. E. Johnson, both
of Kingman, Kansas; with two sisters, Mrs. Lona Townsend of Labanon, Nebr., and
Mrs. Etta McCarty of McCook, Nebr., are other relatives left to mourn his death.
The funeral, conducted by the Rev. N. S. Franklin of the Christian church, was
held from the First Christian church, Sunday, November 14th, at 4:00 p.m. and
the remains accompanied by a large number of relatives and friends, were laid to
rest in the local cemetery.
Card of Thanks. We desire to extend out
heartfelt thanks and our deep and lasting gratitude and grateful appreciation
for the generous help and kindly and sustaining sympathy of friends and
neighbors, during the illness and subsequent death of our beloved husband and
father; and for the floral offerings. May the future bring to you the reward for
generous and kindly action. Mrs. Geo. H. Johnson and family.
-- The Western Star, 12 November 1920
JOHNSON, RACHEL M.
Died - In this city,
Saturday, March 10th, 1894, Mrs. Rachel Johnson, aged nearly 81 years. How
rapidly we are passing away. One by one we are called, and no one knows who will
be next. Day by day the flowers fall and are no more. A mother in Israel has
gone before, but how feeble and puny are our tributes to such worth; how very
few chords they touch and flow, like the Icicle, they fall on listless hearers
and are lost. Another of the excellent ones, a mother in the land, has passed
over and "rests under the shade of the trees." So many of our people knew Mrs.
Johnson and loved her for her gentleness and goodness and her Christian
neighborly qualities, that we feel that we can add but a poor tribute to the
memory of this departed, estimable lady. Hearts are aching, tears are flowing
for a wife, a mother and a friend - a womanly woman.
Mrs. Johnson was the
wife of Eli Johnson, who still survives her. They were married in 1838 and have
lived together 56 years. They came to this county from Ohio, 7 years ago to live
with their son, who has since removed to Kingfisher, Oklahoma, and is their only
near relative. Mrs. Johnson was converted at the age of 17, and has been a
member of the M. E. church 63 years. The deceased was born at Cambridge, Ohio,
April 12th, 1813. The funeral took place from the M. E. church last Sabbath, at
11 a.m., Rev. Latham conducting the last funeral rites.
In Memory of
Grandma Johnson
by Clara M. Foy.
Another soul has crossed the river,
To live in a land where all are blessed;
She's left this world of strike and
sorrow,
She lives in a home of perfect rest.
Deaths chilling arm
outstretched
Enwrapt the poor frail form;
She's lived through many
winter's snow
And faced life's cold and cruel storm.
We tenderly
folded the weary hands
And smoothed her aged brow;
Her spirit soared to
its final rest -
Her sufferings are ended now.
She eagerly watched for
her sons coming.
And asked for news with a patient sigh:
She longed to see
him just once more,
To kiss her boy and say good-bye.
They were old in
years but young in love,
The love light shone in her brown eyes;
As she
caressed him last on earth.
E'er her spirit soared beyond the skies.
The seasons come and then are gone,
There's nothing on earth will last;
A
summer flower in autumn wind.
Will droop and fade and wither fast.
I
know backward through her life,
Are many seeds of kindness sows;
She
longed for rest, her one regret
Was leaving grandpa all alone.
We'll
tenderly care for grandpa,
In his declining years;
He needs our sympathy
and love,
But grandma needs no sigh or tears.
She sleeps in Jesus,
blessed sleep.
No more weary feet will roam;
She'll wake in Heaven to live
forever
And welcome poor old grandpa home.
-- The Western Star, 17 March
1894
JOHNSON, REAGAN
Reagan Johnson died at the home of his sister,
Mrs. W. W. Campbell, in this city, yesterday morning at about 7:30 o'clock. He
had been suffering from hemorrhage of the lungs since last Tuesday, though not
having enjoyed the best of health for a number of years. Tuesday he started down
town, and when at Wright's stable was taken with a hemorrhage and had to be
assisted home. The discharges of blood continued to grow worse and more frequent
until death relieved his sufferings. He was conscious to the last, his last
words being, "I am going now," as a hemorrhage seized him. The deceased leaves
one brother, Charles Johnson, of Texas, and two sisters, Mrs. W. W. Campbell, of
this city, and Mrs. Linholm, of Kingman county. His remains will be shipped to
Kingman county this morning and interred in the cemetery near Cheney. The
deceased was 26 years old. To the sorrow stricken relatives, the sympathy of the
entire community is extended.
-- The Western Star, 22 April 1893
JOHNSTON, EDGAR
Edgar Johnston, who since 1935 had been living on his farm
near Laverne, Okla., with his brother, George Johnston, and wife, died at 3:20
a.m. Thursday of this week in Wesley hospital, Wichita. He had been receiving
treatment for kidney trouble since last fall and was taken to Wichita last week.
On Tuesday he underwent an operation in the Wesley hospital for the removal of a
kidney stone and on Wednesday his brother, Earl, of Capron, Okla., who was with
him, telephoned his brother, Walter R. Johnston of this city, that Edgar was
improving. However, Edgar suffered a relapse and died soon afterward. The body
is being brought to Coldwater. Funeral services will be held at the Presbyterian
church in Coldwater at 2:30 p.m. Friday of this week. Burial will be in Crown
Hill cemetery by the side of his parents, Mr. and Mrs. P. A. Johnston.
-- The Western Star, 26 January 1945
JONES, INFANT
The three months and six
day old baby boy of Mr. and Mrs. J. M. Jones, of Protection township, died
suddenly Tuesday morning of cholera infantum. Dr. Laughead was summoned but
before he could reach the little sufferer the tender cord had snapped and the
soul returned to its Maker. The funeral occurred Tuesday.
-- The Western Star, 29 July 1893
JONES, JOHN MILTON
Friday morning, November 26th,
in the early hours of the day, Milt Jones who had been ill for a long time died
at his home in the east side of town. Mr. Jones had been bedfast for the past
several months as he had suffered an attack of paralysis about a year ago and
recurrence of the attack some months ago had confined him to his bed. He had
been a constant sufferer for the past few weeks to which medical aid could bring
no relief.
Mr. Jones was a pioneer of Comanche county and at the time of his
death owned a fine farm north of Protection. Some two or three years ago he had
been forced to retire by failing health from the active management of his farm
and had established his home in Protection to await the coming of the night of
life which he knew at that time to be soon inevitable.
John Milton Jones was
born at St. Louis, Mo., November 2, 1847, and died at his home in Protection,
Kansas, at seven o'clock a.m. Friday, November 26, 1920, being at the time of
his death, 72 years, 11 months and 29 days of age. Mr. Jones spent his early
life in Missouri, largely in the neighborhood of Springfield until in the year
of 1884 when in company with a life long friend, Albert Thornhill, of this city
he came over land to Kansas and settled in Comanche county. He home steaded a
claim one mile north of this city which land he still owns. On this claim the
family made their home for many years, residing as did all the settlers of the
time in a sod house and experiencing all the hardships incident to pioneer life
on the western plains in those early days when men and women of strong hearts
and iron determination trekked in this great west to settle and home stead it
and in this great immigration, Mr. Jones was among those in the van that came to
western Kansas. Associated with Albert Thornhill, Mr. Jones freighted for many
years from Kinsley, Kansas, into this section of the state. This was before the
days of the
railroad and winter or summer, through the snows of those early,
rigid, western prairie winters, braving the terrific blizzards that made the
life of a freighter in the winter one fraught with mighty dangers or through the
shimmering heats of summer when the glare of the sun on the scorching prairies
and the molten river sands sapped the strength and tried the courage of men. Mr.
Jones was found at his task, ever faithful in fulfilling his freighting
contracts regardless of the weather or the elements.
On May 6, 1892, at
Dallas, Missouri, he had been married to Miss Hadessa McKinney and the day
following the marriage Mr. Jones and his bride came west and together the good
wife who is left to mourn the loss of her husband has journeyed at his side and
suffered with him the rigors of the days through which they toiled and
struggled. To this union were born two children. The elder of whom, Edward Clay,
died in infancy and preceded his father into the great Beyond, and Ellis Don,
who survives to mourn the loss of his father and who resides on the family
homestead north of Protection. Besides the wife and son who reside in Protection
the deceased is survived by four brothers and one sister, all living in
Missouri. He was preceded in death by one brother and three sisters.
Card
of Thanks. We desire to express our lasting gratitude and our great appreciation
of the many kindnesses and the help extended by friends and neighbors during the
extended illness of our beloved husband and father and for the floral offerings.
May God reward you for your kindly actions and your beneficence is our prayer.
Mrs. Milton Jones, Ellis Jones
-- The Protection Post, 2 December 1920
JONES, JONATHAN L.
At 7:30 o'clock a.m. on last Sunday, July 23, 1911,
Jonathan L. Jones died at the home of his daughter, Mrs. L. W. Uselman, 8 miles
northwest of this city. His health, during the past few years, had been
comparatively good, and he was remarkably active for one of his age. On Tuesday
of last week he was seized with a stroke of apoplexy, and this with almost
complete paralysis of the right side, caused his death. He was conscious but
little of the time during his sickness, and was unable to speak audibly. Only a
short time before he was taken sick Mr. Jones was in town and seemed to be in
his usual health and cheerful mood.
Johathan Lindley Jones was born in
Orange-co., Ind., on April 20, 1829. At the time of his death his age was 82
years, 3 months and 3 days. He was a son of James and Deborah Jones, who were
pioneer settlers of Indiana. Deceased was one of the best of men, upright in all
his dealings, kind to all, faithful as a father and husband and always true and
loyal as a citizen. His wife died nearly 30 years ago. Eleven children were born
to the union, six of whom survive, as follows; Mrs. Wm. Lindley, Cates, Ind.; Wm
J. Jones, Danville, Ill.; Lindon Jones, Ottumwa, Iowa; Homer K. Jones, Cedar
Rapids, Iowa, Henry M. Jones, DesMoines, Iowa and Mrs. L. W. Uselman of
Coldwater, Kans. Services were conducted on Sunday afternoon at the home of Mr.
and Mrs. Uselman by James Hadley. On Monday the body was taken to Parke-co.,
Ind., for burial by the side of his wife. Funeral services were held at Rush
Creek church, near which he lived in early years. Two sons, William and Henry
Jones, who came from their homes and were present at their father's death,
accompanied the remains to Indiana. Mr. Jones had lived a long, eventful life.
By precept and example he had helped those about him to live noble and useful
lives. He was brought up in the faith of the Friends' church and always
subscribed to it's teachings.
-- The Western Star, 28 July 1911
JORDAN, INFANT
The infant child of Mr. and Mrs. Jordan died Friday night and
was buried Saturday.
-- The Western Star, 8 October 1909
JUDSON, J. H.
J. H. Judson sleeps quietly today. He passed away Thursday night, February 28th,
at the home of his daughter, Mrs. Jacob Wuchter, at Protection. He has been
ailing some time, and the immediate cause of his death was paralysis, he having
received a stroke a few days before his death. If he had lived till the 9th of
this month, he would have been 71 years of age. Mr. Judson was an early settler
of this county, and has always lived in the vicinity of Protection, where his
wife died a few years ago. He leaves three children to mourn his demise, two
sons, one in Cleveland, Ohio and one at Chicago and a daughter, Mrs. Jacob
Wuchter, at Protection. The deceased passed his early life as a sailor in Lake
Erie, but we are not informed as to what rank he attained as a seaman. He has a
brother who is now captain of a vessel on the lakes. The remains were buried in
the cemetery at Protection last Saturday.
-- The Western Star, 9 March 1895
KANNIER, JOHN L.
John L. Kannier, foreman on the Platt ranch, 20 miles
southeast of Coldwater in the county, was struck by lightning and instantly
killed between 10 and 11 o'clock on last Monday morning. Charley Brown of this
city, also worked on the ranch. He and Kannier stayed ("batched") at the house
at the old Evansville town site. On Monday morning they hitched a team to a
wagon and started over to the other place. It was raining at the time and they
took along their slickers. A plow was in the wagon with them. On the way a bolt
of lightning struck in the immediate vicinity of the wagon and it happened that
Mr. Kannier was in its range. He fell forward and would have fallen out of the
wagon had not his foot caught. Death was apparently instantaneous. Charley
Brown, who was also in the wagon, was stunned but soon recovered consciousness.
One of the horses was also stunned and knocked down. Deceased had been working
on the Platt ranch for about 3 years and was a trusted and faithful employee.
His mother and other relatives live near Freedom, Oklahoma. Two brothers came
and on Wednesday accompanied the body to Coats, Kans., for burial. It was a sad
occurrence. Thus again is shown the uncertainty of life.
-- The Western Star,
23 October 1908
KEITH, INFANT
The infant daughter of Mr. and Mrs. D.
R. Keith, of Wilmore, died in this city at the residence of O. H. Smith at 5
o'clock Wednesday evening from obstruction of the bowels. The burial took place
Thursday at the city cemetery. Mr. and Mrs. Keith have the sympathy of the
community in their great sorrow.
-- The Western Star, 5 September 1896
KELLOGG, C. H. & NANCY E. (COTNEY)
Mr. and Mrs. C. H. Kellogg Die the
Same Day.After nearly 45 years of happy wedded life together, Mr. and Mrs. C. H.
Kellogg, whose home was in Nescatunga-tp., about eight miles southeast of
Coldwater, both succumbed to the mandates of the great reaper, Death, on
yesterday, February 21, 1907. Mrs. Kellogg died about 6:15 a.m. and Mr. Kellogg
about four hours later. The cause of death was typhoid-pneumonia. Each was
effected by the disease in a very similar manner. Mr. Kellogg took sick while
doing some carpenter work at Geo. E. Beeley's on February 5, Mrs. Kellogg's
sickness was dated from last Saturday. The announcement of the death of Mr. and
Mrs. Kellogg produced a peculiar sense of sorrow among their many friends all
over the county. They were known and highly respected by a wide circle of
neighbors and friends, and all unite in giving testimony of their high regard
for the deceased. "They were good neighbors, kind friends and splendid citizens"
is the universal expression.
Mr. and Mrs. Kellogg were natives of
Connecticut. Mr. Kellogg was born in Tolland in that state on December 21, 1833.
Mrs. Kellogg was born in the same county on August 20, 1836. Her maiden name was
Miss Nancy E. Cotney. They were married on April 30, 1862. From Connecticut they
moved to Illinois in 1860 and from Illinois they came to Kansas, settling in
Comanche-co. in 1886. They continued to live here, although since 1902 they had
spent considerable time at their claim in Woodward-co. When Mrs. Kellogg was 11
years old her mother died, and being the eldest daughter, the care of a number
of younger children fell upon her. She had long been a member of the Methodist
Episcopal church. To the union were born three children - Edward Clarence,
Archie S. and Joseph Leonard. Edward died several years ago. Archie and Leonard
continue to make their home in this county or at their claims in Woodward-co.
The funeral services will take place at the home at 10 a.m. tomorrow and will be
in charge of Rev. W. T. Ward of the M. E. church. Interment will be made in the
Coldwater cemetery. The Rebekah lodge will have charge of the burial of Mrs.
Kellogg and the Odd Fellows lodge of Mr. Kellogg. For many years Mr. Kellogg had
been a prominent and worthy member of that order. In the death of Mr. and Mrs.
Kellogg the entire community sustains an irreparable loss, and they will be
greatly missed by many who knew them so well. The bereaved sons have the sincere
sympathy of all. The only other surviving relative in this part of the country
is a brother of Mrs. Kellogg whose home is in Edmond, Okla.
-- The Western Star, 22 February 1907
KELTNER, ALMA RUTH
Alma Ruth, the youngest
child of Mr. and Mrs. Urven Keltner of Protection, died at 1 p.m. on Monday,
March 11, and was buried in the Protection cemetery on Tuesday. Rev. I. W.
Bailey of the Baptist church conducted funeral services at the M. E. church in
Protection at 11 a.m. on Tuesday. The child had not been well for some time. Its
death was a severe blow to the parents and to them the sympathy of all goes out
at this time. The child's age was 1 year, 1 month and 14 days. Congestion of the
lungs was the cause of death. Little Alma was a lovable child. Despite her ill
health she retained a kind disposition and bore her suffering with patience. May
the sorrowing parents, brother and sister find consolation in the promise of the
Savior that they that mourn "shall be comforted" and that "all things worketh
together for the good to them that love God."
-- The Western Star, 15 March
1907
KIMES, ICLE
Died - Little Icle Kimes, the nine month old baby of
Mr. and Mrs. Willis Kimes, died July 18, at 1 p.m. after an illness of only
twenty four hours, of cholera infantum. She was buried in the Protection
cemetery last Friday. The surviving parents have the sympathy of all in their
grief.
-- The Western Star, 26 July 1907
KINDRED, INFANT
Died -
Infant daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Kindred, Thursday night, September 10th,
after an illness of almost its entire life. The bereaved parents have our
heartfelt sympathy.
-- The Western Star, 19 September 1891
KING, FRANK
Shortly after 3:30 p.m. last Sunday, July 4, 1915, Frank King died at his home
in the eastern suburbs of this city. He had been in impaired health for several
months. Bright's disease seeming to have been the cause of his sickness. For a
few weeks prior to his death he had been confined to his bed a good portion of
the time. He was about town occasionally, however, and seemed hopeful and
cheerful. Preparations were being made by Mr. and Mrs. King to start Monday
morning for Kansas City for the purpose of consulting a specialist. With
scarcely any previous warning of alarming conditions, he passed away quite
suddenly. The immediate cause of death was thought to be a cerebral hemorrhage.
Deceased was a native of Ohio, having been born in that state 60 years ago on
the 29th day of last March. At a very early age he was left an orphan. Friends
in San Antonio, Texas, gave him a home and his early training. His nature
naturally took on a preference for out door life, hence when quite a young man
he became a "plainsman." It was not long until he drifted northward through
Oklahoma into Kansas. About the year 1879 he became foreman of the "Comanche
Pool," a cattle company which operated principally in this county. He thus
became in the true sense of the word, a "pioneer" in Comanche-co. Where the
county began to be settled (in 1884) Mr. King soon had a good ranch laid out in
the southeastern part of the county. He stocked the ranch well and prospered.
There were few people who knew the range better, or who knew cattle better than
did he. On April 15, 1889, in Medicine Lodge, Kans., Mr. King was united in
marriage with Miss Almada Parker, Mr. and Mrs. King sold their Comanche-co.
ranch nearly 5 years ago and moved to this city, having purchased a 30-acre
tract of land and a neat residence just east of the eastern limits of the city.
Mr. King was a whole-souled, honorable, christian gentleman. He united with the
Presbyterian church of this city about 4 1/2 years ago and was an earnest,
faithful follower of the Man of Galilee. In all his relations with his fellowmen
he exemplified the truest and best qualities of a good husband and a good
citizen.
The funeral services, which were largely attended, were held from
the Presbyterian church at 2 o'clock p.m. on Tuesday, the pastor, Rev. W. B.
Leonard, being in charge. The pastor's talk was appropriate and impressive and
the entire service was a very fitting one. Interment was made in the Coldwater
cemetery. the bereaved wife has the sincere sympathy of all.
-- The Western Star, 9 July 1915
KING, JAMES N.
James N. “Bud” King of Protection
died in Bucklin, Kansas, at 4:15 a.m. on Wednesday of this week after an illness
of about 3 weeks duration. He had gone over to Bucklin to receive treatment from
Dr. Pritchard, but it becoming apparent that he had a bad case of Bright's
disease, he had planned to go to Wichita on Wednesday to consult a specialist.
He took worse, however before leaving Bucklin and death came somewhat suddenly.
The body was brought to Protection Wednesday and burial took place in the
Protection cemetery at 10:30 yesterday morning. Rev. I. W. Bailey of the Baptist
church conducted the funeral services, after which the Odd Fellows lodge of
Protection, of which order the deceased had been a member since last April, took
charge of the burial services, using their beautiful burial ceremony. The
funeral exercises were largely attended and were very impressive.
Deceased
was a native of Kentucky. He had lived in this county about 18 years. About 7
years ago he was married to Miss Ella Baker, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. A. H.
Baker of Protection-tp. Four children - 3 boys and 1 girl - and the bereaved
wife now mourn the loss of a faithful father and husband, and to them the
sincere sympathy of many friends is extended in this their sad hour of trial.
Mr. King was 30 years and 9 days old at the time of his death.
-- The Western Star, 5 August 1904
KING, JOSEPH M.
Joseph M. King died at 7 :30 a.m.
on last Saturday, December 1, 1917, at the home of his daughter, Mrs. W. C.
Duncan, in this city. On Tuesday of last week he was seized with a stroke of
paralysis, and from that time he gradually sank into unconsciousness. Toward the
end he was apparently, in a deep sleep and experienced no pain. Seven years ago
he suffered the loss of one leg, and about two years ago the other leg, was also
amputated. Although thus crippled, he continued to display remarkable patience
and was always cheerful and hopeful. For some time he had been unable to be
about at all, his whole time being spent in his bed. Since the death of his
wife, 12 years ago, he had made his home with relatives, a part of the time with
his daughters, Mrs. W. C. Duncan and Mrs. T. B. Duncan, in this city.
Deceased was born near Louisville, Kentucky, on October 28, 1835, and at the
time of his death was 82 years, 1 month and 3 days of age. He moved from
Kentucky to Clinton co., Ind., and there, on November 14, 1854, he was united in
marriage with Rebecca Coffman. In the year 1867 the family moved from Indiana to
Kansas, settling near the Missouri line in Bourbon co. He was engaged in
farming, and later, for a number of years, was a merchant in Monmouth, Kansas.
Thus he experienced much of pioneer life in the west. In the southeastern part
of the state he was a well known citizen, and by all he was held in high esteem
because of his strict integrity and upright life. For 45 years he had been a
member of the Masonic lodge, and was one of the oldest masons in the state. Mr.
King is survived by five children, Mrs. W. C. Duncan and Mrs. T. B. Duncan of
this city, Mrs. S. C. Blackburn of Cushing, Oklahoma, S. N. King of Walnut,
Kansas and W. W. King of Pittsburg, Kansas. Four children had preceded him in
death.
The body was taken on Sunday to Cherokee, Kansas, where burial was
made by the side of the wife. Mr. and Mrs. W. C. Duncan and S. N. King, who came
from his home in Cherokee co., on Saturday, accompanied the body to Cherokee.
-- The Western Star, 7 December 1917
KING, MRS. ROBERT
Mrs. King, wife
of Robert King, who resides at Comanche City, this county, died very suddenly
and unexpectedly last Monday morning at 7 o'clock. Her death was caused from
internal hemorrhage. She gave birth to a 12 pound son at 6 o'clock, and an hour
later she breathed her last. A messenger was sent for Dr. Laughead at 2 o'clock
Monday morning, but as 40 miles had to be traveled going and coming, it was 8
o'clock when the doctor reached the King residence, and the spirit of the mother
and wife had fled. Death is no respector of persons and today there is left a
vacancy, a motherless babe, a heart broken husband and eight children. The
funeral took place Tuesday, and the remains were laid away in the Avilla
cemetery. The family have the sympathy of a large circle of friends.
-- The Western Star, 14 January 1893
KINGTON, REUBEN F.
W. N. Kington, of
this city, received a dispatch Wednesday morning that his son Reuben, formerly
of this city had been stabbed to death Tuesday night, Sept. 30th., by a man
named Evans, at Hennessy, Oklahoma. Mr. Kington took the first train for
Hennessy, and returned here yesterday with the remains and they were buried at 4
o'clock in the city cemetery. The Particulars. A letter from Hennessy, written
the day after the tragedy, gives the following particulars: "A man named Evans
was building a store for Mr. Richardson. Across the street from him, Reuben
Kington and Steve Parker were building one for another party. Somebody told
Kington that Evans had criticized the front they were putting in. Kington met
Evans in the drug store and charged him with what he had heard. Evans denied it
and they had a few words and Kington struck him once or twice, slapped him like.
Evans started to have him arrested and Kington called after him that if he did
he would whip him, this was just before 6 o'clock. About half past seven, Evan's
son and another man were on the street and Kington had been told that Evans' son
was looking for him. Kington stepped up to him and said: "I understand you are
looking for me." "No," said Evans, "I am not." "Well," said Kington, "I called
your father a g___ d___ liar tonight." Evans said he was not. Kington said he
was, and a very few words were passed when Kington struck at him once, some say
twice, when young Evans stabbed him. Kington did not know he had been stabbed,
but called out, "he has got a knife, boys, catch him." A dozen or more people
were around. Some one stepped up to Kington and saw the blood upon his shirt and
said, "He has cut you, some one go for the doctor." Kington said, " he did not
cut me, I am all right." Someone said, "let us go into the light and see."
Kington said, "all right," but before he got to the sidewalk he sank and was
carried into a restaurant and never regained consciousness and in a few minutes
was dead. Evans walked away and was arrested without trouble. It all occurred in
the presence of several parties and in less than a minute after they met."
Rueben F. Kington was a son of W. N. Kington of this city, and has father,
mother, brothers and sister residing in this city and county. The deceased was
born in Warsaw, Ill., Oct. 24th, 1850, consequently would have been 40 years old
this month. He resided in his native state of Illinois until the summer of 1884,
when he removed to Anthony, Kans. and in the fall of the same year came to this
county and proved up a claim. He has lived here continuously ever since,
following his trade as a carpenter, until last January, when he went to Hennessy
to work at his trade. He was unmarried. During his residence here he sustained
the reputation of being a peaceable and industrious citizen. His sudden and
tragic ending is a sad blow to his aged father and mother and his relatives and
friends. The Star deeply sympathizes with them in their bereavement.
-- The Western Star, 4 October 1890
KIRK, ALICE L.
At the home of Mr. and
Mrs. W. E. McCune, in this city, on Wednesday morning, November 18, 1898, Alice
L. Kirk, aged about 45 years. Miss Kirk had been sick but a short time. About
two weeks ago she came to this county with her parents from Corydon, Iowa, and
expected to become a permanent resident of this county. Just before reaching
here, Miss Kirk was seized with a severe nervous attack. Upon her arrival, she
was carried from the train and taken to the home of her sister, Mrs. W. E.
McCune, where she was tenderly and lovingly cared for; but she never fully
rallied. After lingering in a prostrated condition from day to day, she was
finally compelled to yield to the conqueror, Death. her aged parents, two
brothers and two sisters and many friends here and elsewhere, feel keenly the
loss of one who was near and dear to them, and to these sorrowing and bereaved
friends the sympathy of the entire community is extended. The interment took
place on Thursday in the Coldwater cemetery, after impressive funeral services
had been conducted by Rev. C. M. Gray, of this city.
-- The Western Star, 26
November 1898
KIRK, DAVID
Died - On Monday, May 19, 1902, at his home
in Coldwater-tp., Comanche-co., Kansas, David Kirk, aged 83 years. David Kirk
was born in Clarion-co., Pennsylvania, in the year 1819. He was of a sturdy
stock of ancestry, his father being one of the substantial pioneers of the
Keystone state. In 1844 while yet living in Pennsylvania Mr. Kirk was married to
Miss Margaret H. Rankin. The family moved from Pennsylvania to Wayne-co., Iowa,
in 1857 and continued to live there until about three and one half years ago,
when they moved to Comanche-co. Mr. Kirk, although advanced in years, apparently
had been in good health, with only an occasional slight complaint, during the
past few years. On Monday he ate a hearty dinner and late in the afternoon took
a walk about the yard. About 6 p.m. he had just gone into the house after having
taken a short walk. He had scarcely seated himself in a rocking chair when his
head was observed to drop to his breast, and in a moment he was dead. Funeral
services were conducted at the family residence on Tuesday afternoon by Rev. W.
L. Roberts, of the Presbyterian church, after which burial took place in the
Coldwater cemetery. Mr. Kirk was fully prepared for death. For 65 years he had
been a member of the Presbyterian church and had lived a consistent Christian
life. His life was a beautiful exemplification of the Christian's fortitude and
steadfast hope. No one ever knew Grandfather Kirk who did not honor and respect
him. A wife, who is now in rather feeble health at the age of 78, four
daughters, Mrs. W. E. McCune and Miss Carrie Kirk, of this county, one living in
the state of Pennsylvania and another in Washington, and two sons, R. M. and J.
C. Kirk, both residents of this county, are left to mourn the loss of a devoted
husband and father.
-- The Western Star, 23 May 1902
KIRK, MARGARET H.
(RANKIN)
At 4:15 a.m. on last Wednesday, December 6, 1911, occurred the death
of Mrs. Margaret H. Kirk, aged 86 years, 9 months and 12 days. She had been an
invalid for nearly 14 years, not having been able to walk during all of that
time. Patient, cheerful and uncomplaining through all her affliction, she
exemplified the beautiful Christian character which had dominated her entire
life. About a week before her death, her condition began to show a gradual
decline in strength and vitality. For some time before the end came, she was in
an unconscious condition and apparently suffered no pain. Death was but a
peaceful release of spirit from the mortal body. With her, death had no fear nor
dread, for had she lived a life of constant devotion to the Christian's faith
and hope. Practically all her life she had been a faithful and consistent member
of the Presbyterian church. Funeral services were conducted at the First
Presbyterian church at 3 o'clock p.m. on Thursday, the pastor, Rev. W. B.
Leonard, being in charge and preaching an appropriate and impressive sermon.
Interment was made in the Coldwater cemetery by the side of her husband.
Deceased was born in Clarion county, Penn., on February 24, 1825. On May 2,
1844, Margaret H. Rankin was married to David Kirk in Clarion county, Penn., and
until the time of coming to Kansas they resided in Corydon, Ia. Mr. and Mrs.
Kirk moved from Iowa to this county in 1898. Three years later the husband died,
and since that time Mrs. Kirk had made her home with her sons, R. M. and J. C.
Kirk, in and near this city. Besides the two sons named, four daughters survive;
Mrs. W. E. McCune and Miss Carrie Kirk of this city, Mrs. Eliza Means of
Pittsburg, Penn., and Mrs. Sarah Rogers of Bellingham, Wash. A daughter died
soon after Mr. and Mrs. Kirk came to this county, 13 years ago. An infant
daughter had died several years before. Mrs. Kirk was one of the best of women,
devoted and faithful as a wife and mother, a good neighbor and universally
esteemed by all who knew her.
Mr. and Mrs. H. B. Prather of Protection
were called to Coldwater this week by the sickness and death of Mrs. Prather's
grandmother, Mrs. Margaret H. Kirk.
-- The Western Star, 8 December 1911
KLINGENSMITH, EARL
Earl, eldest son of M. K. Klingensmith, aged about 10
years, died at his home southeast of Avilla, Wednesday of this week, after a two
months illness, from enlargement of the liver. The deceased was totally blind
and was attending school at the state asylum for the blind when first taken ill.
-- The Western Star, 19 August 1893
KLUTTZ, ALEXANDER M.
Alexander M.
Kluttz, aged about 73 years, died quite suddenly on Wednesday morning of this
week at the home of his daughter, Mrs. Thos. Preston, a few miles north of
Wilmore. Death came very suddenly. We are without further particulars as to his
sickness and death. Funeral services were held in the Baptist church in Wilmore
yesterday afternoon, and interment was in the Coldwater cemetery. Mr. Kluttz had
lived in this county or in northern Oklahoma for about fifteen years. His wife
died several years ago. He is survived by one son and three daughters, J. L.
Kluttz and Mrs. Thos. Preston of Wilmore and Mrs. Pete Cole and Mrs. Albert
Oiler of Avilla tp.
-- The Western Star, 1 June 1917
KNABE, MARTHA J.
WARES
Mrs. Martha J. Knabe, wife of W. G. Knabe, died at 11:30 o'clock p.m.
on last Monday, April 13, at the home of her son, I. E. Wares, in this city,
after an illness of about 2 weeks' duration. On April 6 she gave birth to a son.
Unfavorable conditions set in a few days later and the best that loving hands
and medical skill could do proved unavailing toward restoring her health. Mrs.
Knabe was brought to this city on last Sunday from her home a few miles
northeast of Coy and about 24 miles southeast of Coldwater. Deceased had lived
in the neighborhood of Coy for about 12 years. She was well liked by those who
knew her. Her death elicits the most profound sympathy for the bereaved husband
and other relatives. Mrs. Knabe was formerly the wife of Joe Wares, who is well
known in the southern part of this county. She had for several years been a
faithful and consistent member of the Christian church. The surviving near
relatives are: The husband, Wm. G. Knabe, and 4 sons, I. E., D. A., E. M., and
H. R. Wares, all of whom live in or near the city; also the infant son, now 17
days old. Mrs. Knabe's age at the time of her death was 46 years, 1 month and 20
days. Funeral services were conducted from the Christian church on Thursday at
2:30 p.m., the pastor, Elder J. H. Bristor, being in charge. Interment was made
in the Coldwater cemetery.
-- The Western Star, 23 April 1915
KNECHT,
DIANA (KAERCHER)
At 7 p.m. on last Monday, December 20, Mrs. Stephen Knecht
died at her home in this city. For about seven years she had been in failing
health, the principal cause being diabetes. But not until about a month ago did
she cease to attend to her household duties. During the last few days of her
sickness she suffered intensely, but with no word of complaint. Her patience and
fortitude under severe suffering was remarkable. She became unconscious about 18
hours before she died and the end came peacefully and scarcely without the
movement of a muscle. The funeral services were conducted at the home at 2 p.m.
on Tuesday and were attended by a large number of the friends and neighbors.
Rev. C. E. Brown of the M. E. church had charge of the services and preached an
appropriate and impressive sermon. The remains were laid to rest in the
Coldwater cemetery.
Diana Kaercher was born in New Middletown, Mahoning
county, Ohio, on May 12, 1838. On October 18, 1857, she was married to Stephen
Knecht. In the spring of 1865 Mr. and Mrs. Knecht moved from Ohio to Branch co.,
Michigan, where they lived until November 1884, when they moved to Comanche co.,
Kans., settling at Avilla. They continued to live there until a few years ago
when they moved to this city. Two children were born to the union, Elwood
Patrick and William Henry. Only the latter survives, his home being in Avilla
tp., this county. The husband, now nearly 80 years of age and still hale and
hearty, survives and is serving his second term as mayor of Coldwater. Mrs. Cora
McCune lived with the family since she was 2 1/2 years old and has always been
regarded the same as one of the family. Deceased was a woman whom to know was to
respect. Kind, obliging and neighborly, yet quiet and unassuming, she lived a
life of devotion to her duties as wife and mother. She left the world better by
having lived in it. About 35 years ago she united with the Free Methodist church
and lived a devoted Christian life. To the sorrowing relatives the sincere
sympathy of all is extended.
-- The Western Star, 24 December 1909
KNECHT, INFANT
The infant child of Henry Knecht, of Avilla township, a bright
little boy aged about four months, died last Sunday evening from bowel trouble.
The child died very suddenly, as it was not seriously sick until Sunday morning.
Rev. E. E. Robbins conducted the funeral services from the family residence on
Monday. The burial took place in the Avilla cemetery. Mr. and Mrs. Knecht have
the sympathy of many friends in this hour of affliction.
-- The Western Star,
1 August 1896
KNECHT, STEPHEN
Born. March 3, 1830. Died. June 18, 1915.
After an illness of about 4 weeks duration, Stephen Knecht, another of
Comanche-co.'s pioneer settlers, died at 7:00 a.m. on Friday, June 18, 1915, at
the home of his son, Henry Knecht, in Avilla-tp, 10 miles south of this city. It
is not exactly correct, however, to say that he had been ill, for he seemed to
have experienced no sickness. Death was due to advanced age (85 years, 3 months
and 15 days) and to the gradual decline of the vital forces of the physical
organism, rather than to the development or presence of any disease. Mr. Knecht
had scarcely known a sick day for 30 years. His round of daily work was attended
to with unfailing regularity up to within a few months of his death. His home
had been in this city for about 12 years. Several weeks ago, however, when his
strength began to fail, he went to the home of his son, Henry, and there
remained, making only two or three brief visits to town. About two weeks before
his death his condition became so weakened that he was compelled to remain in
bed almost constantly. He took very little nourishment and did not seem to
suffer at all. The passing away of his bodily strength was gradual and without a
suggestion of conscious pain. It was as if he fell asleep, never again to awaken
on earth.
The funeral services were held at the home at 2 o'clock p.m. on
Sunday and were in charge of Rev. A. Burrill of Wilmore, the M. E. pastor on the
South Coldwater circuit. The pastor spoke appropriately and feelingly, paying a
beautiful tribute to the life and character of his deceased friend. Present at
the funeral were neighbors and friends, several hundred of them, from many miles
around, and to each and all there came a sense of sorrow because of the loss of
a faithful friend. Many of the early day settlers in the county, those who
shared with the deceased in the experiences of pioneer life, were there, and 6
of them-John E. Todd, J. W. Stark, D. E. Barnes, T. B. Duncan, E. G. Carthrae
and George Overocker-acted as pall-bearers. Burial was made in the Coldwater
cemetery. Among the many floral offerings was a beautiful wreath presented by
the Royal Bible Class of the Coldwater M. E. Sunday school, of which Mr. Knecht
had been a member for several years.
Deceased was a native of Pennsylvania,
having been born in New Lisbon, Northampton-co., that state, on March 3, 1830.
He grew to young manhood there, working a part of the time in the coal mines. He
was 15 years old when the Mexican War broke out, and he well remembered the
stirring scenes and the excitement of those days. Young Knecht's first move
westward was to Ohio. He settled near Youngtown in Mahoning-co. After living
there a few years he moved to Coldwater, Mich., where he lived until the spring
of 1884, when he joined the tide of immigration to Kansas. He settled near
Harper, but lived there only 6 months. In March, 1885, he moved to this county,
settling on a claim 10 miles south of Coldwater, the claim selected by his son,
Fred. There he continued to live until about12 years ago when he moved to
Coldwater. Mr. Knecht figured prominently in the early development of the
county, and especially of Avilla-tp. and of the early-day town of Avilla. He was
widely known and to all he was a real friend, and especially to the worthy needy
was he a considerate and loyal friend.
Throughout his long life and in every
community which claimed him as a resident, Stephen Knecht was regarded by his
neighbors and associates as the soul of honesty, business integrity and
unimpeachable character. He was always found to be in accord with those things
which make for the betterment of the community. He hated sham, deceit and
dishonesty in every form. He believed in keeping his word to the letter, and he
expected others to do the same. He served 3 years as mayor of Coldwater, and in
that position he was an impartial, just and conscientious public official.
In
the year 1857 in Youngstown, O., Stephen Knecht was united in marriage with Miss
Diana Kaercher. To this union two sons were born-Henry and Fred. Both sons came
to this county in 1884 and took claims. Henry still lives here. Fred died in
Harper-co. the next year after he came to Kansas. Mrs. Stephen Knecht died in
this city on December 20, 1900. Mr. Knecht is survived by 2 brothers and 3
sisters-John Knecht of Quincy, Mich., Samuel Knecht of Coldwater, Mich., also
Mrs. Mary Osman, Mrs. Harriet Zellers and Mrs. Mariah Tompkins of Coldwater,
Mich. John Knecht and wife and their daughter, Mrs. V. Shumway, and husband, of
Quincy, Mich., were the only out-of-the-county relatives who could be present at
the funeral.
-- The Western Star, 25 June 1915
KORF, JUANITA LORENE
Juanita Lorene Korf, aged 1 year, 4 months and 18 days, died at 10 o'clock p.m.
on last Sunday, August 25, 1912, at the home of her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Guy
Korf, 7 miles northwest of this city. The little one had been sick about a week,
the cause of its sickness and death being spinal meningitis. Juanita was a
lovable child and was greatly endeared, not only to the relatives, but to all
who knew her. Burial was made in the Coldwater cemetery, on Tuesday forenoon,
previous to which funeral services were conducted at the home, Rev. J. B. Handy
of the M. E. church being in charge. To be thus bereaved must, indeed, try the
stoutest hearts, but those who mourn are pointed to Him who is able to comfort
every broken and contrite heart, who "giveth and taketh away" and who "doeth all
things well."
-- The Western Star, 30 August 1912
KRUG, WILLIAM
A
rather sudden and sad death occurred in the family of Benj. Krug in this city
last Wednesday. William, a bright 7 year old son, the youngest child, and pride
of the household, died from an abscess of the brain. About two weeks ago,
William fell against a sewing machine at his home, bruising his temple, and from
the bruise an abscess formed causing his death. The funeral took place from the
family residence Thursday, and it was attended in a body by his class mates,
from Coldwater schools. Mr. and Mrs. Krug came to this city from Arkansas City
about two months ago, and are almost strangers in our community. They have the
sympathy of our entire people in their bereavement.
-- The Western Star, 27
February 1892
KURZ, ANTON
Anton Kurz, who had lived near Lookout,
Okla., for about 44 years, died in the Wichita hospital Thursday afternoon,
February 18, 1943, as noted in the Star last week. He had been in the hospital
for several weeks. The body was brought to Coldwater, and on Sunday afternoon at
2 o'clock services were held at the home of Jacob Kurz in this city. Burial was
made in Crown Hill cemetery beside the wife, who died on February 6, 1933. The
service was in charge of Father A. B. Dziemian, Catholic priest of Sitka, and
the casket bearers were neighbors of the deceased - Ed Mahoney, Arden Hall, Lynn
Fross, Arthur Doty, William Johnson and Henry Neukirch.
Mr. Kurz was born in
New Denmark, Wis. on July 7, 1867, and at the time of his death was 75 years, 7
months and 11 days of age. Mr. Kurz was a good neighbor and friend. He leaves to
mourn his loss one son, Frank, whose home is near Lookout, and three daughters,
Laura, Bertha and Violet Kurz, all of Wichita; his brother Jacob Kurz, and many
other relatives and friends. Mr. Kurz was a successful rancher, a loving husband
and father and a kind and thoughtful neighbor.
-- The Western Star, 26
February 1943
LANGHEAD, INFANT
Died, at Sunnyside, on Monday, June 13,
1887, of cholera infantum, infant daughter of G. G. Langhead, aged 3 months. The
funeral services were conducted by Rev. Hutchinson and the remains were buried
in the city cemetery, in the presence of sorrowing relatives and a large circle
of friends.
-- The Western Star, 18 June 1887
LAWSON, VERNIE (WILKERSON)
Mrs. Vernie Lawson, a daughter of Mr. and Mrs. M. W. Wilkerson of
this city, died on a hospital in Sapulpa, Okla., on last Sunday, October 27,
after a 4 days illness. The body was brought to this city on Wednesday and
burial was made yesterday afternoon.
Deceased was born in Chariton-co., Mo.,
22 years ago on the 30th of last September. She came with her parents to this
city several years ago and continued to live here until soon after her marriage
in June, 1913, to Arthur Lawson. Mr. Lawson worked as a railroader, running out
of Newton, Kans., and later out of Joplin, Mo., and Sapulpa, Okla. Mrs. Lawson
was a devoted wife and mother and the news of her untimely death brings a keen
sense of sadness to all. The husband and the two children, Doris, aged 5, and
Donold, aged 2, have the sincere sympathy of all in their sad affliction.
--
The Western Star, 1 November 1918
LEASE, CATHERINE
Mrs. Catherine Lease, wife of A. D. Lease, died very suddenly at her home in Coldwater
township, 4 miles southwest of this city, last Sabbath, September 11. She is
said to have felt as well as usual and to have partaken of a hearty breakfast on
the morning preceding her death, but a short time after breakfast she was taken
with a violent headache, and gradually grew worse until Sunday evening when a
doctor was summoned. She never rallied, but died about midnight. The doctor in
attendance is of the opinion that death was caused from apoplexy. The deceased
was 69 years of age. She leaves a fond husband and four grown up children as
well as a number of relatives and friends to mourn her sudden demise. One
married daughter resides at Russelvania, Ohio, an unmarried daughter, Miss Sadie
Lease, at Lincoln, Nebraska, and two children reside in this county, viz: S. S.
Lease and Mrs. Arrington. The remains were laid away in the city cemetery Monday
evening, to await the call on resurrection morn.
-- The Western Star, 17
September 1892
LeDOU, ELIZABETH
Mrs. Elizabeth LeDou who resided about
12 miles southeast of town, died at the residence of Squire Bearse, Thursday
morning at 10 o'clock. The funeral was preached yesterday at 10 o'clock by Rev.
F. P. Smith. The remains were interred in the cemetery west of town.
--
Nescatunga Enterprise, 5 June 1886
LEE, EMERY T.
Emery T. Lee, who had
been a resident of this city for the past 18 months, died on last Monday evening
in Mineral Wells, Texas, where he went a few weeks ago with the hope of
benefiting his health. He had been in poor health for some time, being a
sufferer from lung trouble. His age was about 38 years. He was a hard working
and industrious man. He came to this county from New Mexico where he found that
the altitude was too high for the condition of his health. While here he won the
favorable opinion of all who knew him. Mrs. Lee went to Mineral Wells on
Wednesday and burial was made there. The bereaved wife and three fatherless
children have the sympathy of all. Mrs. Lee will return to this city and make
her home here. November 15 (Abstracted) Emery T. Lee, whose death in Mineral
Wells, Texas, was brought on last Saturday to this city for burial. Interment
was in Coldwater cemetery.
-- The Western Star, 8 November 1912
LITTON, GRANDMA
Grandma Litton died at the residence of M. B. Elliott, in
Shimer township, on January 23, 1892, of la grippe, after an illness of three
weeks. She was 70 years of age.
-- The Western Star, 6 February 1892
LIVINGSTON, CLYDE
Died at the home of his sister, Mrs. T. L. Chase, in
Protection, Kansas, on Tuesday, July 19, 1904. Clyde Livingston, aged about 31
years. A few weeks ago deceased came from Winfield where his parents live and
was on his way to Clark co. to look after his cattle and other property. He was
a resident of Clark co. for a number of years. Only a few weeks ago, while
visiting in Protection, he took sick with typhoid fever and gradually became
worse until, at about 3 a.m. on Tuesday, he answered Death's summons. Burial
took place in the Protection cemetery. Mr. Livingston had been a faithful member
of the M. E. church for many years and was an exemplary young man. His untimely
death brings sadness into many homes. A father, mother, 2 sisters and 5 brothers
are left to mourn his loss. Deceased was a brother of Rev. A. M. Livingston,
formerly pastor of the M. E. church at this place.
-- The Western Star, 22
July 1904
LOGAN, LILLIE MAY (MOORE)
Lillie May Moore was born in
Pike-co., Ohio, September 2, 1873, and died in Protection, Kans., November 19,
1910, aged 37 years, 2 months and 17 days. She was united in marriage with Chas.
E. Logan September 7, 1890, at Protection, Kans. To this union four daughters
were born - Eva May, aged 19; Viva Pearl, aged 17; Margrett Ann, aged 15, and
Nellie Belle, aged 10. These four children and their father were present at the
death bed. Mrs. Logan was the third child of Mr. and Mrs. John Moore, who were
among the pioneer settlers of Comanche-co. Of this family, her mother, Mrs.
Belle Moore; three brothers, Charles W., Homer E. and Frank Moore, of
Protection, and two sisters, Mrs. Will Richardson of Willard, Okla., and Mrs. H.
E. Ross of St. John, Kans., survive her. Mrs. Logan's sickness was of long
duration, having confined to her bed for twelve weeks, during which time she
suffered greatly; but she at all times displayed great patience and fortitude.
The Death Angel relieved her of her long suffering about 2:20 a.m. on November
19. The deceased was a member of the Methodist Episcopal church, and was known
to all as a true, gentle christian and a loving wife and mother. The funeral
services were held at 2:30 p.m. Sunday, November 20, and were conducted by Rev.
Wm. C. Clapper, the Methodist minister at Protection. Interment was made in the
Protection cemetery.
-- The Western Star, 25 November 1910
LONG,
EVELYN
Tuesday morning Miss Evelyn Long, 19-year-old daughter of Will Long,
attempted to start a fire with gasoline at their home in Englewood and was badly
burned about her entire body. She was dressed in her night clothes which were
burned entirely off her. She was taken to the hospital at Dodge City where she
died last night at six o'clock. The body was returned to Englewood today for
burial.
-- The Western Star, 14 January 1921
LOOP, LILLIE ROSE
Died, of consumption, on Thursday evening, March 2, 1893, at the home of her
parents, Lillie Rose Loop, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. George Loop of this city.
The deceased was born, August 23, 1872, and was 20 years and 6 months old at the
time of her dissolution. She possessed not only a good, strong and sprightly
mind, but also many noble qualities of head and heart. She united with the
Christian church two years ago at Rolla, Missouri, and has ever since lived the
good life of a Christian. "There is but a stop between life and death" and from
the sunshine of happy associations she is called to pass over the valley of the
shadow of death. But there is "rest for the weary" under the ever blooming trees
of Paradise. Miss Loop had been a sufferer of consumption for more than two
years and came here about a year ago with her parents in hopes that her
condition might be benefited. She continued to grow weaker, instead of the
desired change, and at 8 o'clock on the afore mentioned evening her soul passed
to a repose in the sweet sleep of life eternal. Her sickness and death elicited
the sympathies of all and the members of various religious societies showed her
the kindest considerations of heart and deed. Many kind friends conveyed her
body to the silent chambers of the grave, Saturday morning last, Rev. Newby
conducting the funeral ceremonies.
-- The Western Star, 11 March 1893
LORD, D. K.
Word was received in Protection last week that D. K. Lord had
died rather unexpectedly at Pueblo, Colo. Mr. Lord was the father of Mrs. John
Cook of Protection. A quarter century ago, Mr. Lord was a leading ranch man and
stockman of this section. However, he left Comanche county about 20 years ago
and went to Cimarron county, Oklahoma. He made his home at Kenton, Okla., where
he had large business and ranch interests.
D. K. Lord was born in Cincinnati,
Ohio, February 12, 1851, and died on March 2, 1923, at Pueblo, Colorado. Burial
was held at his home in Kenton, Okla., on Sunday, March 4th. He was married on
Jan. 8, 1883, at Quenemo, Kansas to Miss Cora Gibson. To this union were born
two sons and two daughters. One daughter, Maude, preceded her father in death
many years ago. The sons, Ed and Fred of Kenton, Okla., and one daughter, Mrs.
John Cook, of Protection survive their father.
Mr. Lord was a pioneer of the
West; a man of large business interests and among the older settlers of the
community who knew Mr. Lord when he lived in Comanche county, many expressions
of deep regret at his passing and high regard for him as a true and tried friend
of his active life are heard.
-- The Protection Post, 8 March 1923
LOVELACE, NAOMI
Miss Naomi Lovelace was born in Indiana on August 15, 1847,
and died on July 19, 1904, at the home of her sister, Mrs. I. B. Johnson, near
Coldwater, Kansas. She had been in failing health for some time and her death
was not unexpected. The remains were taken (accompanied by Mr. and Mrs. Johnson)
to Springfield, Illinois, for burial. Miss Lovelace had been a faithful and
consistent member of the Christian church for over 30 years. She was in every
sense an estimable lady. For some time past she made her home with Mr. and Mrs.
Johnson, 10 miles east of Coldwater.
-- The Western Star, 22 July 1904
LOYDE, SAMANTHA
Near Sego, in Kingman county, last week, Miss Samantha
Loyde committed suicide by taking carbolic acid. She had been despondent for
some time, caused by a disappointment in a little love affair.
-- The Western Star, 14 November 1884
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