Payette County Obituaries
Payette Independent 1923

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Payette Independent
Thursday, January 04, 1923
ECKS, HARRY

Harry F. Ecks, son of Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Ecks, was born at Payette, Idaho, April 19, 1903, and departed this life December 24, 1922. He was 19 years, 8 months and 5 days olds. He leaves to mourn his departure a father, mother, two brothers and a sister and many friends to mourn his loss. Harry was a dilligent worker, and one who loved his home. He was a member of Battery C of Payette.

He has gone from his home and comrades too early in life but the hand of death could not be staid. His memory will ever linger with us and after while we too will join the great throng that pass to the realms beyond. We hope to meet him in a better world.

The funeral services were held in the Lutheran Evangelical church December 27th, conducted by Rev. W. H. Farnham, and interment in Riverside cemetery.

The Battery boys attended in a body and had charge of the services at the cemetery. (Riverside Cemetery)

CARD OF THANKS

We desire to thank the many kind friends and neighbors, who tendered their aid and sympathy during the illness and death of our dear son and brother.
Wm. Ecks and Wife, Wm. Ecks Jr., Otto Ecks, Emma Ecks

Payette Independent
Thursday, January 25, 1923
SHELLWORTH, J. FRANKLIN

It is with great sorrow that we record the death of Franklin Shellworth, only son of Mr. and Mrs. Ed. Shellworth of this city. Death, which came after a brief illness, was the result of an apparently successful operation for appendicitis.

Franklin Shellworth was born in Yakima, Washington, July 10, 1910, and died in Payette, Idaho, January 23, 1923. He was in the sixth grade in school and a faithful member of the Sunday School in the Christian church. Beloved alike by pupils and teachers he leaves a place that will be hard to fill. A boy who took life seriously, devoted to his home, and his father's constant companion. The family has all the sympathy that is in our hearts to give them. Franklin leaves to mourn his loss, his father and mother, one sister, and a host of sorrowing friends and schoolmates.

Funeral services were conducted by Rev. V. E. Hall, at the Christian church, on Thursday, at 2 p.m. Interment will be in Riverside cemetery. (Riverside Cemetery)

Payette Independent
Thursday, January 25, 1923
FERGUSON, INFANT

The infant child of Lloyd Ferguson and wife died early Friday morning of acute indigestion. The body was taken to Emmett where funeral services were held Sunday.

Payette Independent
Thursday, February 15, 1923
CRANE, PAUL ADRIAN

The subject of this sketch was born in Springfield, Missouri, July 15, 1907, and finished his earthly pilgrimage in Payette, Idaho, February 7, 1923.

Funeral services were conducted by Rev. Buell at the Baptist church of which he was a faithful communicant and member, and loving hands laid him to rest in Riverside cemetery Friday, February 9th.

Paul was in his first year of high school and left an influence that will be felt by those who knew him best. His illness was a gradual decline which he bore patiently and with fortitude of one whose life is in God, where Love and Truth are forever eternal.

He leaves to mourn their loss his parents, Mr. and Mrs. George Crane, one brother and a sister, other near relatives and a host of friends who will ever hold him in tender memory. (Riverside Cemetery)

Payette Independent
Thursday, February 15, 1923
SHERARD, BLONDENA HARTSEL

Blondena Hartsel Rose was born in Stanberry, Missouri, December 9, 1897, and departed this life at Payette, Idaho, February 8, 1923, from Tuberculosis; from which she had been suffering for the past two years.

She moved with her parents to Idaho in 1914, and was married to William Sherard in September, 1919, at Cascade.

She leaves to mourn their loss 3 brothers, Wesley and Cecil of Payette, and L. L. Stockton, a half brother, who is in the navy, 2 sisters, Mrs. Hazel Enos of Adrian, Oregon, and Neville Rose of Payette, besides her parents who reside here.

The funeral was held from the Payette Methodist church on Monday, at 2 p. m., Rev. Vernon Hall officiating, and interment in Riverside cemetery.

All sympathize with the bereaved relatives. (Riverside Cemetery)

Payette Independent
Thursday, February 22, 1923
TRUMP, PHILIP

Philip Trump died at the home of his sister Mrs. F. C. Noyer at Weiser. Miss Hazel Noyer came from Portland to attend the funeral at Weiser, Saturday.

Note: According to the Idaho Death Index, Philip Trump was born 2-1-1852 and died 2-14-1923 at Weiser. ch

Payette Independent
Thursday, March 15, 1923
RICH

Card of Thanks

We wish to thank the many kind friends and neighbors who tendered their aid and sympathy during the sickness and death of our beloved husband and father. Especially do we wish to thank the members of the Elks' Lodge.
Mrs. A. C. Rich and Children

Payette Independent
Thursday, March 15, 1923
GLASCOCK, CLINTON

Clinton C. Glascock, pioneer, died at his home near Crystal on February 26th. He was born in Jefferson City, Missouri, March 12, 1838. He crossed the plains by immigrant train when he was 12 years of age going to California where he resided until 1863, in which year he came to Idaho, with his brother Charles as a prospector. After a short stay, however, they returned to California, remaining until 1873 when he returned to Idaho, and took up a homestead on the Weiser river. He served as a scout under the leadership of the late Thoma G. Galloway in an Indian uprising. In 1880 he was united in marriage to Miss Ella L. Langley of Huntington soon after they located on the ranch he resided on until his death -- 43 years. He leaves to mourn his loss, his widow, two sons and three daughters, Clinton and George of Crystal, Mesdames Anna Kelly of Weiser, Mollie Milligan of Arcade, Oregon, and Mrs. Grace Hartung of New Plymouth. Funeral services were held on Wednesday afternoon at the home, conducted by Rev. Geo. Taggert and interment at Hill Crest cemetery at Weiser.

Payette Independent
Thursday, March 22, 1923
BOWER, SARAH

Mrs. Bowers Dies

Sarah Sechler was born in Lycoming county, Pennsylvania, January 16, 1847. The family moved to White Rock, Illinois, while Sarah was in childhood and on December 10, 1868 was married to Warren K. Bower. The young couple moved to Iowa to establish their home. Two children were born to them. These are now Mrs. Fred Fairman of our village and Perro R. Bower of Dillon, Montana. The first break in the little family circle occurred when Mrs. Bower died, March 12th. Funeral services were held at the home on Wednesday, March 14th, and were conducted by Rev. H. F. Knight. Services at the grave were conducted by the W. R. C. of Payette. Burial was in Park View cemetery.

The veteran husband left alone after more than 54 years of wedded life, has the sympathy of all his neighbors and comrades; the children, the kind regards always accorded to those who mourn, by the community generally. - New Plymouth Sentinel.

W. R. C. members from Payette in attendance at the funeral were Mesdames C. F. Callen, Albert White, W. P. Ackerman, H. B. Newton, Wainwright, Coughanour, Shadoin, Dorathy, Johnston, Coblentz, Blair and Reimers. (Parkview Cemetery)

Payette Independent
Thursday, March 29, 1923
WILLMORE, FREDERICK BENJAMIN

Serious Accident

Frederick Benjamin Willmore of Preston, Idaho was accidentally killed while unloading electric light poles in the Fruitland years, about 4 p. m. Thursday, March 22nd. While working for the Idaho Power Co. under Lineman f. G. Redman, and Virgil McAdams another employe, was severely injured when the poles on the top of the car upon which they were standing, while cutting the wires which bound the load to the car, began sliding. Seemingly, the stakes on the opposite side to which wires had been fastened were broken off and the pressure on the upright stakes on the side they were working caused them to give way and they were carried to the ground and buried under the failing timbers. McAdams was rushed to the hospital at Ontario, where it was found he sustained a broken leg and an injured shoulder. A coroner's inquest was held and young Willmore was found to have met instantaneous death caused by the falling of the poles upon him.

His body was brought to the Landon Home Undertaking Parlors, where it was prepared for shipment. It was accompanied to Preston by an uncle, Clancey Williams, who is a brother of the boy's mother.

Payette Independent
Thursday, March 29, 1923
LUTHER, ARTHUR

Arthur S. Luther was born at Luther Hill, Jefferson county, New York, Feb. 1, 1834, and died at his home in Payette, Thursday morning, March 22nd. On July 6, 1856, he was married to Amanda M. Thumb of Limerick, New York, who, together with six of their nine children, Martin O and Marion M Luther of Payette, Mrs. W. P. Ackerman of New Plymouth, Mrs. Ada C. Duke of Albany, New York, Geo. J and Herbert E Luther of La Fargerite, New York, survive him. He leaves eleven grandchildren and three great-grandchildren.

Father Luther enlisted in the 10th New York, Heavy Artillery, August 25, 1862 and served till the end of the war. He was present at President Lincoln's second inauguration and was in Washington on duty when the president was assassinated, attending the funeral.

Father and Mother Luther came to Idaho in 1908 on a visit to their daughter and were so impressed with the country that they disposed of their property in New York and came here to live permanently, in 1913.

The deceased had a giants strength and endurance. In all his 89 years he was never confined to his bed by sickness. His mind was as powful as his body and his interest in all that was taking place in the world was keen to the end.

Father Luther was a life long Methodist. Luther Hill during both his and his father's life was Methodist head quarters for all that region. That was one of the godly homes that have been the bulwark of the nation's greatness. He kept the faith and has at last come to his crowning.

The Rev. Mr. Knight, a comrade of the G. A. R. preached the sermon, and assisted in the pastor, conducted the funeral which took place Saturday, March 24th in the Payette Methodist church. (Riverside Cemetery)

CARD OF THANKS

We wish to publicly thank all those kind friends, societies, organizations and lodges, who so unitedly assisted us during the last sickness of our dear husband and father, Aldrich S. Luther, who left us on the day of March, last. May your reward be the thought that your kindness is sincerely appreciated. Mrs. A. S. Luther, Hattie L. Ackerman and family, May M. Luther, Martin O. Luther and family.

Payette Independent
Thursday, April 12, 1923

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Payette Independent
Thursday, April 26, 1923
HECKES, HARRY

Henry William Heckes was born in Elba, Nebraska, May 23, 1895, and died in Boise, Idaho, April 19, 1923, following a serious automobile accident. Sixteen years ago he moved with his parents to Idaho, and settled near Fruitland, where he has lived almost continuously since. Most of his schooling was received in the Fruitland schools, in which he was a good student and took a great interest in school athletics. Following his school days he was engaged with his brother John in the automobile business in Fruitland, and later was proprietor of the Fruitland Feed Store. July 30, 1921, he was married to Miss Hazel Lanpear. April 1, 1923, they moved to Boise, where they have lived the short time since. Besides his wife, he is survived by his mother, Mrs. Dorothea Heckes Heckes of Fruitland; two sisters, Mrs. Bob Nickens of Fresno, California and Mrs. Roy Hurst of Redlands, California; three brothers; John of Boise, and George and Carl who live with their mother in Fruitland, besides a host of friends. Harry was considered by all who knew him, a young man of the steadier sort, industrious, and a man of principle. He will be greatly missed, as Fruitland has lost one of its finest young men, and one of the kind who is not so easily found. He was always cheerful and of a sunny disposition, which made for him friends wherever he went. Funeral services were held from the Brethren church Saturday afternoon at 1 o'clock, and interment (unreadable section of words) in Riverside cemetery. The Elks took charge at the grave, as he was a member of the Elks Lodge at Nampa. (Riverside Cemetery)

Payette Independent
Thursday, April 26, 1923
DAVY, JAMES

J. J. Davy was born in England 66 years ago, and came to this country at the age of 20. He was married to Jane Salkeld Hunter, November 15, 1887. She passed on February 26, 1904, in Payette. to the union was born John H. Davy of Glenn's Ferry, and James Russell Davy of La Grande, Oregon. The deceased served as pastor of the Payette Presbyterian church, from 1900 until 1905, and resided here until 1911 when he moved to Portland, where he passed away April 29th. The funerel was held at the Payette M. E. church, Monday, April 23rd, and the remains interred along the side of his wife in Riverside cemetery. The sympathy of the community goes out to the bereaved relatives and friends. (Riverside Cemetery)

CARD OF THANKS

We wish to extend our heartfelt Thanks to our many friends for their kindness and sympathy in our bereavement of the death of our father. also for the beautiful floral offerings.
J. H. Davy and Family, J. R. Davy and Family

Payette Independent
Thursday, May 03, 1923
ZERLIN, WALTER

Little Walter Zerlin who cut his thumb off in an electric washer 10 days ago, passed away on Thursday evening, caused by lock jaw setting in. Funeral services were held from the Baptist church Friday, and burial made in Kennedy cemetery near New Plymouth. (Applegate-Kennedy Cemetery)

Payette Independent
Thursday, May 03, 1923
DAVIS, T. L.

T. L. Davis, aged 59 years, died at 9:30 Monday morning, at his home 2 miles southwest of Payette. Death was caused by complication, resulting from a fractured leg.

He was united in marriage with Lucinda Evans, who preceded him in death. In 1899, he was married to Amanda Keeler. To them were born 3 children -- 2 sons and 1 daughter, namely, Delbert, Howard and Gladys. Mrs. Nellie Henderson was also reared in the home as one of the children. He is survived by his wife and three children, and four children --- one son and three daughters by his former wife; also his father, four brothers and three sisters. The deceased associated himself with the First Day Advent church many years ago.

The funeral services were held Wednesday forenoon at the Church of the Brethren, Rev. David Metzler officiating. Interment was in Riverside cemetery. (Riverside Cemetery)

Payette Independent
Thursday, May 03, 1923
YOUNG, LEE EDWARD

Levi Edward Young was born at Oak Hill, Pennsylvania, August 24, 1848, and departed this life at Payette, Idaho, April 30, 1923, from a complication of ailments, from which he had been suffering for the past six weeks. at the age of 9 years he drove mules on the Erie Canal at one dollar per month wages.

With President Lincoln's third call for volunteers he enlisted in the 29th Pennsylvania Infantry, served to the close of the war and was with Sherman in his celebrated March to the Sea. He was wounded in an engagement near Savannah, and was confined in a hospital there until his convalescence. He then went to Washington, D. C., with 80,000 other soldiers at the Grand Review, where he received an honorable discharge.

He returned home for a short time when he was taken with the Western fever and set out for Missouri and Kansas, the then western Frontier. In the early spring of 1873, he started for Astoria, Oregon, with a train of 320 wagons. After arriving at Falk's Store he decided to stop there and went to work for Peter Pence and Henry Erwin on a stock ranch, shortly after he arrived on June 29th. Falk's Store at that time was outside of Boise and Idaho City, was one of the largest settlements in southern Idaho, and indians troubled the settlers somewhat. In 1890, he filed on a homestead in North Payette. On March 6, 1890, he was married to Christine Asm??? To this union three children were born as follows: August E., Lydia May Welch, and Eddie C., who besides the widow, survive him.

In 1920, Mr. Young and wife moved to Payette, where they have since resided.

The Independent considered Lee Young one of the best citizens Payette county and the state of Idaho ever had. He was honorable and square to the last cent; he was a good husband, father, and his neighbors all bear testimony to his sterling qualities in this respect. We considered him one of our best friends, and we mourn with relatives and friends.

Funeral services were held in Payette on Wednesday afternoon at 2 p. m., conducted by Rev. Knight of New Plymouth, with the Oddfellows and G. A. R. officiating at the grave. Interment in Riverside cemetery. (Riverside Cemetery)

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Thursday, May 10, 1923

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Thursday, May 24, 1923
ALBERT, ELIZA

Eliza Albert was born at Dushore, Pennsylvania, March 17, 1837, and departed this life near New Plymouth, at the home of her son, Peter Albert, on May 19, 1923, after a short illness, and where she had gone for a few days visit.

She was married in 18?7 to George Albert, who preceded her in death in 1884. A short time thereafter she moved to Payette where her children resided, that she might be near them, and has made her home on 12th Street.

To her union with George Albert were born three children -- M. F. of Payette, Peter of New Plymouth, and Mrs. Lena Tuttle, who preceded her in death at Payette in 1907. Mrs. Albert was a consistent and conscientious member of the Presbyterian church up to the time of her death and lived an upright and devout Christian life.

The funeral was held at the M. E. church of Payette, conducted by Rev. Knight of New Plymouth, on Monday, and interment made in Riverside cemetery, along side of her daughter. (Riverside Cemetery)

CARD OF THANKS

We take this opportunity to tender our heartfelt gratitude to the many kind friends and neighbors, who tendered the aid and sympathy during the illness and death of our beloved mother and grand-mother.
M. F. Albert and Family, Peter Albert and Family

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Thursday, June 07, 1923

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Thursday, July 12, 1923
JAMES, EMMA

Obituary of Mrs. Emma James

The subject of this sketch departed this life on Wednesday, July 4th, at 12, M., at the home of Mrs. G. S. Fee, from the effects of the burns and shock she received when her home in Sand Hollow was destroyed by fire on July 3rd.

The deceased was a widow aged about 69 years, her husband having preceded her in death September 1, 1918. The only known relatives who survivor her are a sister, Mary F. Robinson of Winfield, Kansas; a brother, M. M. Rocke, of Mexia, Texas; mother-in-law, Mrs. L. M. James of Topeka, Kansas, and a niece, Mrs. Lee Inman of Portland.

Mrs. James was highly esteemed by many kind friends and neighbors who did everything in their power to make her comfortable in the last moments of her earthly existence.

The funeral services were held from the Methodist church on Friday, July 6th, conducted by the pastor, Rev. Hall, and interment in Riverside cemetery. (Riverside Cemetery)

Payette Independent
Thursday, July 12, 1923
HAM, DAVID

The subject of this sketch was born June 6, 1844, at Springfield, Illinois, and died July 8,m 1923, at the age of 79 years, 1 month and 2 days. He was united in marriage to Meriza Prentiss at Madison, Wisconsin, on November 25, 1867, from which union was born one child, Capitola A., wife of T. H. Sanger.

David A. Ham enlisted from Dane county, Wisconsin, to serve 3 years, or during the Civil War. He was mustered into the U. S. service at Madison, Wisconsin, on September 18, 1861, as a private of Captain William C. Young's Company E. 8th regiment, Wisconsin Infantry, Col. Robert C. Murphy commanding. He was honorably discharged at Black River, Mississippi, on February 22, 1864. By reason of re-enlistment as a veteran in the same company and regiment and was mustered into the U. S. service on February 23rd as Sergeant, to serve 3 years more under Captain Wm. C. Young and Col. John W. Jefferson.

The 8th Wisconsin was known as the "Eagle" regiment from the fact that it carried a live, bald-head eagle; the property of Company C, many times into battle. The men named him "Old Abe" and swore him into the U.S. Service by decorating him with red, white and blue ribbons. during the battles Old Abe would soar high above the battle-field and screech continually. He never lost track of his regiment and always returned to his company immediately after the battle. Old Abe survived the war and for many years afterward was kept at the state capitol of Wisconsin.

David A. Ham participated in many important battles, including Island No. 10, Siege of Corinth, Battle of Iuka and Corinth. In the latter battle, the regiment was exposed to a terrific fire for three hours. In March, 1863, the regiment joined Grant's forces for the Vicksburg campaign, participating in engagements at Raymond, Jackson, and the siege and assaults of Vicksburg. The regiment was employed as sharp-shooters in front of Vicksburg until the surrender July 4th when the army then moved into the city. At one time they were without tents for 56 days, in bad weather, marching and bivouacking, and many of the men were without shoes. For 16 days they drew but 4 days' rations.

Having re-enlisted, the 8th regiment was about to return to return to Wisconsin on veteran furlough in the spring of 1864, but when the Red River Expedition was projected, General Sherman desired it to accompany General Smith and to take part in it. After the surrender of Mobile, the regiment went to Montgomery, Ala.

David A. Ham was mustered out of service at Demopolis, Alabama. He was injured at Corinth, Mississippi, in the right hip and one of his ear drums was injured at Jackson, Mississippi, which affected his hearing. He was constantly with his command during its service as outlines, bore a gallant part in all its engagements and rendered faithful and meritorious service at all times. He received an honorable discharge at Demopolis, Alabama, September 5, 1865, by reason of the close of the war, having served just 13 days less than 4 years.

He was a member of W. T. Sherman Post No. 31, Department of Idaho, Grand Army of the Republic; and a member of the Odd Fellows and A. O. U. W. Lodges.

The funeral was held at the residence on July 9th conducted by Rev. Ashworth, and at Riverside cemetery conducted by the Odd Fellows. (Riverside Cemetery)

CARD OF THANKS

We take this opportunity to tender our thanks to the good people of Payette and vicinity, who gave their aid and sympathy during the death and funeral of our beloved husband, father and grand-father, Mrs. David A. Ham
T. H. Sanger and Family

Payette Independent
Thursday, July 12, 1923
WELLS, MARY

The Fruitland community was saddened Sunday, when it was learned that Mary, daughter of Laurel Wells and wife, had passed away at 6:45 that evening in Emmett, from diptheria. Mr. Wells has been employed in a mine at Pioneerville, where Mary took sick last week, and was brought to Emmett, but nothing could be done. She would have been three years old in September.

Note: According to the Idaho Death Index, Mary Elenor Wells was born 9-26-1920 and died 7-8-1923, Emmett. ch

Payette Independent
Thursday, July 12, 1923
STANTON, MARTHA (GREER)

The subject of this sketch was born in Scotland, February 4, 1862, and came to America in 1866, with her parents, and settled in Pennsylvania, where she spent her childhood. She went to Denver, Colorado; where she resided from 1881 until 1885, and was married to Frank F. Stanton on June 3, 1885. To this union was born four sons - James W., Frederick, Charles, who died at Cheyenne, Wyoming, at the age of 14, and William of Pennsylvania. After their marriage the Stantons moved to Silver Crown, Wyoming and resided there until 1896, when they moved to Cheyenne, and lived there until 1910, when they came to Payette, and have made this their home ever since, until she passed away July 9, 1923, aged 61 years, 4 months and 5 days.

The deceased was a true and faithful wife, a kind and loving mother, an a generous and good neighbor, to which all will testify who live in her vicinity. She was a loyal and consistent member of the Baptist church for 25 years, altho the condition of her health for the past 3 or 4 years did not permit her to attend services as much as she wished. She nevertheless, lived a true and consistent Christian life. The end came from the result of an attack of heart trouble.

The funeral was held at the Payette Baptist church on Wednesday, at 4 p. m., conducted by Rev. H. S. Black, pastor of the Fruitland Baptist church, owing to the absence of the local pastor, Rev. Buell. Interment was made in Riverside cemetery.

The sympathy of the entire community goes out to the bereaved husband and children. (Riverside Cemetery)

Payette Independent (Thursday, July 19, 1923)

CARD OF THANKS

In recognition of the kindness and sympathy tendered us during our late bereavement in the loss of our good wife and mother, we wish to thank the many friends and neighbor who offered their sympathy and aid.
Frank F. Stanton, J. W. Stanton and Family, F. J. Stanton and Wife, Will Stanton and Family

Payette Independent
Thursday, July 19, 1923
ORCUTT, SARA AMANDA

Mrs. H. B. Orcutt

Sara Amanda Stowell was born at Sauk Rapids, Minnesota, February 1, 1864, and departed this life July 9, 1923.

On April 16, 1884, she was united in marriage to H. B. Orcutt at St. Cloud, Minnesota, and to this union was born seven children; Hugh H., Arthut O., William J., Mrs. Mabel H. Putnam, Mrs. Gladys F. Urey, Esther N. O'Leary, and Myrtle W., dying in infancy.

Mrs. Orcutt with her family came to Payette in 1901 and has resided here ever since. Prior to her marriage she taught several years in the public schools of Minnesota.

After coming to Idaho she soon became interested in school work and was president of the first Parent-Teachers Circle organized west of the Rocky Mountains. during her administration the Washoe Community school was started and flourished all through the period of her activity as such officer. She was always interested and active in the betterment of any community in which she lived. She was an active member of the Royal Neighbors Camp of Payette, the W.R.C. and the Patrons of Husbandry, being the secretary of the Payette Grange at the time of her death.

Besides the members of her own family as already mentioned, she is survived by one sister and three brothers. All her life she was a consistent Christian woman, being a member of the Congregational church prior to coming to Payette then united with he Christian church shortly after coming here. She always had a smile and a word of cheer for all, even during her last illness and the patience with which she endured her great suffering which culminated in her death was remarkable. She will be much missed by the whole community which share with the bereaved family their sorrow.

Funeral services were held from the Christian church, July 11th, at 2 p. m., conducted by Rev. H. E. Mowe, pastor. (Riverside Cemetery)

CARD OF THANKS

We take this opportunity to thank the good people of Payette and vicinity who tendered their aid and sympathy during the illness and death of our beloved wife and mother.
H. B. Orcutt and Children

Payette Independent
Thursday, July 26, 1923
FORBES, EDGAR ARTHUR

Edgar Arthur Forbes, second son of Mr. and Mrs. Frank Forbes was born February 28, 1878, at Ithaca, Saunders county, Nebraska, and departed this life at Payette, July 20, 1923. He came to Payette with his parents in 1902, and has since resided here. He had followed carpentering mainly, and was a man who was industrious, honest, and well liked by all who knew him.

He leaves to mourn their loss, a father, mother, four brothers - Bert G., James M., Oscar E. and Ray E., three sisters --- Mrs. Elsie Newt, Mrs. Ida Ireton and Mrs. Edith Davis.

Funeral services were held at the Church of God, Sunday, July 22nd, at 2 p. m., conducted by Rev. Wimer, and ceremonies at the grave by the K. P. lodge, of which he was a member.

The sympathy of the entire community goes out to the bereaved family. (Riverside Cemetery)

CARDS OF THANKS

We take this opportunity to express our heartfelt thanks and appreciation for the kindly offers of assistance and floral offerings during our son and brother's illness and death. Not only that of the K. P. Lodge, but also the individual gifts from friends.
Frank Forbes and Family

Payette Independent
Thursday, July 26, 1923
MILLER, PRUDENCE

FRUITLAND NEWS NOTES

Prudence Miller, 37 years of age, passed away at her home her early Friday morning. She had been ill for some time and her death was not unexpected. She came here about a year ago from Meadow Grove, Iowa. The funeral services were held in the Baptist church Friday afternoon at 5, conducted by Revs. Shank and Todd. She leaves a father, brother, aunts and uncles to mourn their loss. Interment in Riverside cemetery. (Riverside Cemetery)

Note: According to the Idaho Death Index - Purdence Miller was born 7-18-1888 and died 7-20-1923, Fruitland. ch

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Thursday, September 20, 1923
WOOD, A. B.

Sudden Demise

The passing away of A. B. Wood of the New Plymouth neighborhood came as a distinct surprise and shock to the community in which he was generally well know.

Mr. and Mrs. Wood had been entertained to dinner at the Miller ranch near New Plymouth on last Sunday, where they had remained during the afternoon, enjoying the hospitality of their hosts, with no seeming indications, imminent to his sudden passing away. On their return home in the evening Mrs. Wood noticed her husband's hands relax from his hold on the steering wheel of the Ford coupe in which they were riding and another look at him showed his head to have fallen to one side. Instantly she took the wheel and stopped the car. Aid was given immediately by occupants of another car which just at that moment met them, and a physician was hastily summoned who pronounced him dead, due to apoplexy.

Mr. Wood was at one time certified public accountant with the Van Deusen Bookkeeping Syndicate at Weiser, and at another time held the position of accountant with the King Hill, government irrigation project, and was well and favorably known in the business world. He was a Mason of high standing. Funeral rites were conducted by Washoe Lodge and A. F. & A. M. from his late home at New Plymouth, today.

Payette Independent
Thursday, September 20, 1923
REED, ALICE

Word has been received from M. D. Reed and wife of Iowa, by relatives here, that there is a possibility that their daughter Miss Alice, who is a missionary, stationed at Yokahoma, Japan, lost her life in the earthquake there. The last word they received from her was on August 21st stating that she intended going to China the following day. Outside of that nothing is known as to her welfare.

Payette Independent
Thursday, September 27, 1923
SNYDER, MARY LOUISE

Mary Louise Snyder, 5 year old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. R. S. Snyder, died Friday afternoon of Cholera Infantum. The little girl was sick only a few days and her death has saddened all the community. Mrs. Snyder and the other children left for Albany, Oregon where the little girl was buried.

Note: According to the Idaho Death Index, Mary Louise was born 7-7-1918 and died 9-14-1923, New Plymouth. ch

Payette Independent
Thursday, September 27, 1923
HICKS, VERNON LESLIE

The little 3 year old son of Leslie Hicks and wife of Wilder, died at the P. V. rooming house Monday morning at 6:45 o'clock. Mrs. Hicks being a niece of Mrs. Jones, proprietor of the rooming house. The body was taken to Caldwell and funeral held at the Methodist church on Tuesday at 2 p.m. and interment in Caldwell cemetery.

Note: According to the Idaho Death Index, Vernon Leslie Hicks was born 6-19-1920 and died 9-24-1923, Payette. ch

Payette Independent
Thursday, October 04, 1923
NEWLON, H. B.

H. B. Newlon was born in Edgar county, Illinois, September 19, 1943, and departed this life at Payette, Idaho, September 28, 1923, aged 80 years and 9 days.

At the age of 13 years the family was taken with western fever and they moved to Emporia, Kansas, the then extreme western frontier, and he engaged in stock raising and ranging. He was married at this place. He enlisted in the service of his country toward the close of the Civil War, in the 17th Kansas Infantry, and received an honorable discharge. Several years after the war he and his wife moved to Cushing, Oklahoma, where his first wife, Anna Newlon, died November 15, 1602.(has to be wrong) There were no children of this union, although shortly before Mrs. Newlon's death they adopted Ethel Newlon, who assisted in the care of her father a part of the period of his illness.

On November 6, 1904, the deceased was married to Mrs. Ruth Brown, who still survives him, and during his late illness was constantly at his bedside, enduring much fortitude, as Mr. Newlon was afflicted with cancer and his suffering was intense for several weeks. Mr. and Mrs. Newlon moved to Payette in 1912, and have since reside here.

The funeral was held at the Christian church Sunday, at 2 p. m., conducted by S. H. Gorham, and interment at Riverside cemetery, conducted by the Masonic order, of which he was a member. The G. A. R. and W. R. C. attended in a body. (Riverside Cemetery)

CARD OF THANKS

We avail ourselves of the opportunity to (several words unreadable) gratitude to the many kind friends who tendered their aid and sympathy during the illness and death of our beloved husband and father.
Mrs. H. B. Newlon, Ethel Newlon

Payette Independent
Thursday, October 18, 1923
WELLMAN, OTTO

Otto Wellman, brother of Mrs. Webster Curtis, died at the home of his sister Wednesday evening. He came with his mother to New Plymouth several weeks ago. The body was sent to Cleveland, Ohio for burial.

Note: According to the Idaho Death Index, Otto S. Wellman was born 7-31-1900 and died 10-10-1923, New Plymouth. ch

Payette Independent
Thursday, November 08, 1923
WOODWARD, CHARLES

SUICIDE FOUND IN LOVELY CABIN
Nyssa Man Blows Top of His Head Off with a Shot Gun

Hunters in search of game made a gruesome discovery in a lonely cabin in this county about four miles east of Nyssa last Saturday.

For four years Charles E. Woodward had made his home at Nyssa with a man by the name of Frank Winton, but on October 8th he left the place, taking Mr. Winton's shot gun with him. No trace of the missing man had been discovered and it was thought he had gone away as he had been rather eccentric since suffering from an attack of influenza a couple of years ago. The gruesome find, however, made by the hunters was his dead body, and he had beyond a doubt committed suicide.

The unfortunate man had evidently gone to the cabin and then placed the muzzle of the shot gun in his mouth and in some manner discharged the gun, in all probability by throwing the hammer with his foot. The entire top of his head was blown off and the sight was indeed a sickening one.

Word was brought to Payette and the sheriff's office notified. Deputy Christianson, County Attorney Haines and the County Coroner at once went to the scene and made a thorough examination of the surroundings and of the dead body. It was decided that an inquest would not be necessary and friends of the dead man were notified to take his remains for burial.

It is believed the unfortunate man had become temporarily demented as a result of his attack of flu and committed he deed in that frame of mind.

Payette Independent
Thursday, November 22, 1923
LINDER, MRS

Sad Accident at Midvale

News of a sad accident near Midvale Saturday which resulted in the death of Mrs. Ed. Linder of that place has been received at this office.

Mrs. Linder was driving toward Midvale about 4 o'clock in the afternoon and her car collided with another car coming from town at the Weiser river bridge.

The cars were badly jammed and an altercation ensued as to who was the blame. Mrs. Linder, who was a woman of very nervous temperament became greatly excited and feeling ill drove to the drug store to get medical aid and on arrival there fell prostrate in the doorway. Medical aid was immediately summoned but the lady never regained consciousness and passed away at nine o'clock that evening. Funeral services were held Sunday morning in Midvale. Interment was in the Midvale cemetery. - Weiser Signal

Payette Independent
Thursday, November 29, 1923
BULMER, WILLIAM

William Bulmer was a native of York, England moving with his family to Neligh, Nebraska in 1881 and returning to his native land in 1884. In 1891, the family once more moved to the United States, settling in their former home in Nebraska, where they remained for fifteen years, coming to Payette in 1916.

Mr. Bulmer in company with his wife left Payette six months ago, going to Eugene, Oregon in search of health. Here, at the home of his daughter, Mrs. Joe Franswa, he died of anemia on November 20th, 1923, aged 66 years.

For four years, and until his health broke down, Mr. Bulmer was janitor at the Payette county court house. It was to his love and knowledge of growing things that the court house owed the wonderful display of ferns and blooming plants which adorned the windows of the building, the fame of which had spread to neighboring counties. A letter received from Mrs. Bulmer states that the casket was hidden by beautiful floral offerings, many of which had been sent by Payette friends.

Besides his widow, Mr. Bulmer leaves six children to mourn him. These are: Mrs. C.E. Crook of Venice, California; Mrs. Joe Franwa of Eugene, Oregon; C. W. Bulmer of Neligh, Nebraska; J. A. and Harry Bulmer of Portland, and Tom Bulmer of New Plymouth.

The funeral took place Wednesday at Eugene. Services were held in the Congregational church, of which deceased was a member, interment being made in the Masonic cemetery, the local Masons having charge of the service at the grave, where the beautiful Masonic ritual was solemnized over the body of a departed brother.

Mrs. Bulmer has many warm friends in Payette, whose hearts go out to her in her bereavement.

Payette Independent
Thursday, December 20, 1923
MANSER, MABEL

Mrs. Howard Manser Passed away Monday at 3 p. m. after a continued illness. Funeral services were held from the Baptist church Wednesday afternoon at 2 o'clock. Obituary will be published next week.

Payette Independent (Thursday, December 27, 1923)

Obituary

Mabel Enberg was born May 8, 1896 at Park City, Utah, and passed away December 17, at 3 p. m. after a lingering illness. She moved with her parents to Fruitland in 1913, in 1916 she entered training in St. Alphonsus hospital in Boise, where she graduated in 1919. She has since nursed around Fruitland and in New York and Salem. she was married to Howard Manser, March 14, 1923. She was baptised in the Swedish Lutheran church but made her home with the Baptist in Fruitland. funeral services were held from the Baptist church last Wednesday at 2:30, and interment made in Riverside cemetery. (Riverside Cemetery)

CARD OF THANKS

We wish to thank our many friends who so kindly assisted us in the sickness and death of our beloved one.
HOWARD MANSER, PETER ENBERG and FAMILY

Payette Independent
Thursday, December 27, 1923
VAUGHN, HELEN LOUISE

THEIR LITTLE ONE GONE

Little Helen Louis, 6 weeks old daughter of George Vaughn and wife passed away Wednesday after a weeks illness. Funeral services were held from the M. E. church Thursday at 2 p. m. and interment made in Riverside cemetery. (Riverside Cemetery)

Note: According to the Idaho Death Index, Helen Louise Vaughn was born 11-18-1923 and died 12-19-1923, New Plymouth. ch

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