Payette County Obituaries
Payette Independent 1930

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The Payette Independent
Thursday, January 02, 1930
FRAKES, HATTIE C.

ANOTHER PIONEER LAID TO REST

Mrs. Hattie Frakes, one of the few remaining pioneers of Payette, passed away Sunday night after a short illness. All the members of her family with the exception of one daughter who was unable to come were with her through her illness. A beautiful impressive, quiet service was held at the Methodist church Tuesday afternoon, December 31. Rev. Parrett officiating. Interment was made in Riverside cemetery.

The obituary will appear later.

Note: According to the Idaho Death Index, Hattie C. Frakes was born 4-7-1856 and died 12-29-1929, Payette. ch (Riverside Cemetery)

The Payette Independent
Thursday, January 02, 1930
KRONFUSS, VIRGINIA ELLEN

Virginia Ellen Kronfuss

Word was received last week of the death of Virginia Ellen, month old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Henry Kronsuss at their home in Carlyle, Washington, on Monday, Dec. 23. Death was due to pneumonia. Mrs. Kronsuss will be remembered here as Audrey Walker. Her many friends extend their heartfelt sympathy to her and her husband in their bereavement.

Note: The name is KRONFUSS. ch

The Payette Independent
Thursday, January 09, 1930
ISHAM, DR. A. F.

DR. ISHAM PASSES

Dr. A. F. Isham, of Caldwell, a prominent Odd Fellow, and past grand master of the state, died at Long Beach, California, Tuesday night. The Doctor was well known in Payette, particularly in Odd Fellow circles, and his death is greatly regretted.

The Payette Independent
Thursday, January 09, 1930
HEIDE, RUBY ELIZABETH

BABY DAUGHTER DIES

Ruby Elizabeth Heide, the one month old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Ben Heide, died Saturday morning, January 4th, after a short illness.

The funeral was held in the Pentecostal church, conducted by Mrs. Ernest Wade, on Sunday afternoon, and interment made in the Riverside cemetery. The family have the deepest sympathy of their friends and neighbors.

Note: According to the Idaho Death Index, Ruby E. Heide was born 11-29-1929 and died 1-4-1930, Payette. ch (Riverside Cemetery)

The Payette Independent
Thursday, January 16, 1930
JEWELL, JOHN R. SR.

FOUND DEAD IN BED

John Jewell, Sr., a Victim of Heart Disease Sometime Last Wednesday Night

John Jewell, Sr., highly respected citizen of Payette, passed away at his home on North 11th street, where he was living alone, presumably some time last Wednesday night. Mr. Jewell, who was a carpenter by trade, had the contract for the building the new Baptist parsonage and worked on it Wednesday. That evening was the last seen of him alive.

Thursday night, Bert Nelson, who delivers milk there, saw that he had not taken the milk delivered the night before and went to Clint Graham's home next door and asked Clint if he had seen Mr. Jewell. As Clint had not they became alarmed and went to the Jewell home to investigate. There they found Mr. Jewell cold in death and appearing to have passed away either while asleep or very suddenly. His right hand was placed over his heart as though he might have put it there as a sudden pain struck him.

Sheriff Stewart and Coroner Adair were called, but as death had plainly been caused by heart failure they did not deem it necessary to hold an inquest. His son, John Jewell, Jr., of Wallowa, Oregon, was at once notified and he, with other members of the family came as soon as they could get here.

Funeral services were held at the Christian church, of which he was an elder, Tuesday afternoon and were conducted by Rev. Mrs. Beem, the pastor, assisted by her husband. Burial took place at the Riverside cemetery.

John Jewell was born January 21, 1866, at Council Bluffs, Iowa, and had been a resident of Payette a number of years. He is survived by nine children, six of whom were at the funeral. They were Leslie and Clarence, of Belt, Montana, William Jewell, of Bridgefield, Wash., Mrs. Austin Stanton, of Chewlah, Wash., John Jr. and Norris, of Wallowa, Oregon. Those unable to be here were Elwood and Mrs. Anna Watson, of Moro, Minn., and Mrs. Glenn Sweat, of Sparta, Mich. The wife, Mrs. Grace R. Jewell, of Belt, Montana, could not be here. He was also survived by two sisters, Mrs. E. E. Sweet, of Yakima, Wash. and Mrs. Myrtle Evarts, of Alliance, Nebraska.

Mr. Jewell was a consistent and earnest church worker and a good citizen. His death is deeply regretted by the citizens of Payette and our sympathy goes out to the members of the family. (Riverside Cemetery)

CARD OF THANKS
We wish to thank the kind people of Payette for the assistance rendered us in laying to rest our beloved father, for the beautiful floral offerings, for the wonderful music and for the opening of your homes to us while we were in your midst. We shall always hold you in loving remembrance.
WILLIAM JEWELL and FAMILY
JOHN JEWELL and FAMILY
NORRIS JEWELL
MRS. AUSTIN STANTION
LESLIE JEWELL
CLARENCE JEWELL

The Payette Independent
Thursday, January 16, 1930
NOKES, ELROY EDWIN

Obituary

Elroy Edwin Nokes was born in Franklin county, New York, November 7, 1859, and passed away at the home of his brother E. P. Nokes, Tuesday afternoon, January 7, at 3:30, following a few hours illness caused from a stroke of paralysis. He was 70 years and two months old at the time of his death. He had been in poor health for the past two years, having suffered a slight stroke before this. But his death came very suddenly and unexpectedly at the last.

He lived in New York during his younger life. He moved fro New York to Illinois, and from there to Iowa where he lived a number of years. He was married in Missouri, his wife preceding him in death about 20 years ago. Since then he has made his home with his brother, coming here 18 years ago. When a young man he united with the Methodist church, and when he was married his wife was a member of the Baptist church so he united with that church and has been an earnest and consistent worker every since.

Besides his brother E. P. Nokes, he leaves one brother, Elmer Nokes in Nevada, Iowa, who was unable to be present at the funeral. He also leaves a large circle of friends in this community who will miss him greatly.

Funeral services were held from the Baptist church Thursday afternoon, January 9, at 2:30, conducted by Rev. M. L. Richman. Interment was made in Park View Cemetery in New Plymouth.

CARD OF THANKS
We take this method to express our heartfelt thanks to all who so kindly and lovingly assisted us during our bereavement in the loss of our dear brother, Elroy Nokes. Especially the beautiful songs and flowers. Your kind deeds will always be remembered. (Parkview Cemetery)
Mr. and Mrs. E. P. Nokes

The Payette Independent
Thursday, January 16, 1930
SPOTTSWOOD, WILLIAM LINDSEY

WILLIAM SPOTTSWOOD PASSES

It was with great regret that the news was received that William L. Spottswood, for many years one of Payette's prominent business men, had passed away at his home at nine south 11th street at 10 o'clock Monday morning after an illness covering several weeks, and failing health for a number of years.

William Lindsey Spottswood was born October 22, 1841, in Indiana, Pennsylvania. He moved to eastern Iowa in 1864. In 1865 he was united in marriage to Phoebe Helen Boyd at De Witt, Iowa, and later moved to West Side, Iowa, where his wife passed away in 1900. Six children, were born to this union, two dying in infancy and one son passing away in 1908, In 1910 he moved to Payette, and for several years was engaged in business here. Failing health forced him to give up his activities and he has since lived a quiet life with his daughter, Miss Lillian Spottswood, who ministered to his comfort and did all that one could do to make his last days pleasant.

There are left to mourn his loss, Mrs. B. L.Wells and Miss Lillian Spottswood, daughters, Mr. E. B. Spottswood, manager of the Intermountain Agricultural Credit Association, all of Payette, two grandsons, Fay C. Wells, and Kermit Spottswood, four great grand children, and one brother, M. L. Spottswood, of Los Angeles, California.

In West Side, Iowa, Mr. Spottswood served as postmaster for several years, and was also active in business circles there.

Funeral services were held at the home Wednesday afternoon at 2:30 o'clock and were conducted by Rev. A. B. Parrett, pastor of the Methodist church. Interment took place at Riverside cemetery.

Our sympathy goes but to the son, daughters and other relatives.

CARD OF THANKS
We wish to extend our sincere thanks and appreciation to our many friends who have been so exceedingly kind to us during the illness and death of our dear father. We feel deeply grateful to all those who sent beautiful flowers.

We wish to especially thank Washoe lodge No. 28 A.F. & A.M. who conducted the beautiful ceremony at the grave, to the M.E. church and pastor, Lorraine Chapter No. 20, O.E.S. and the American Legion. (Riverside Cemetery)
MR. and MRS. B. L. WELLS
MR. and MRS. E. B. SPOTTSWOOD
MISS LILLIAN SPOTTSWOOD

The Payette Independent
Thursday, January 23, 1930
BECKSTEAD, MARGARET J.

DEATH OF MRS. BECKSTEAD

Mrs. Margaret J. Beckstead, wife of A. Beckstead, died at her home on North 9th street the evening of Jan. 20, 1930. Besides her husband she leaves to mourn her loss three sons and two daughters. P. L. Beckstead of Kelowna, B. C.; Ray and Francis of Tacoma, Wash.; Mrs. Laura Voorhees of Tacoma, Wash.; and Mrs. Ollie Alli- (the rest of this name was not completed)

Services were held this (Thursday) at 2 p. m. from Petersons Funeral Parlors. Rev. A. B. Parrett had charge of the service, assisted by the Royal Neighbors. Interment took place at Riverside cemetery. (Riverside Cemetery)

The Payette Independent
Thursday, January 23, 1930
RUSSELL, BASIL

BASIL RUSSELL WAS PAYETTE BOY

PILOT OF ILL FATED CALIFORNIA AIRPLANE WAS BORN NEAR WASHOE

Basil Russel, pilot of the airplane in which he and 15 others went to their deaths near San Clemente, California, Sunday night, was born at Washoe, a couple of miles southwest of Payette 28 years ago, and grew to manhood at this place.

He was anxious as a boy to enter the aviation field and has for many years been classed as one of the most expert of airmen. Two years ago he visited his old home in a plane and many of his old friends were privileged to take flights with him. He was here again last year, but was passing through on a train and stopped off to see his mother, Mrs. F. B. Russell, who now lives in Ontario, and other relatives.

Basil has three uncles living here, Streeter and A. A. Stroup and W. A. Coughanour, and a number of cousins. He also has a host of old school mates and boy chums who mourn his sad death.

One of the saddest features of the unfortunate mishap is that his mother was listening in on the radio when the sad news of his death and that of his companions was broadcasted. It was a terrible shock to her and she has the deepest sympathy of everybody in this community.

It was the intention to have the body shipped here, but the government has interfered with this until such time as the investigation of the unfortunate affair is completed. Mrs. Russell left Wednesday for Los Angeles and will probably remain there until she can return with the body to be laid beside that of his father in the Payette cemetery.

The Payette Independent
Thursday, February 06, 1930
WALLACE, JOSEPH M.

FRUITLAND MAN COMMITS SUICIDE

KILLS TWO COWS, WOUNDS ONE HORSE THEN TAKES OWN LIFE

Joseph M. Wallace, 62 years of age, committed suicide by means of an automatic shotgun. The rash act was committed at the ranch home of his son-in-law, Willard Lynch, three miles south of Fruitland, Friday January 31, where Wallace had been living in a tent for the past year.

A note addressed to his daughter, Mrs. Corda Lynch, found on his bed indicated there had been some dispute over money due him from the daughter and demanding immediate settlement with compound interest or there would be something doing. From information gathered, the note was given to one of the Lynch boys to deliver to his mother, but the boy became afraid and refused to do so. It was also reported that Wallace had made threats against the life of the entire Lynch family and growing alarmed at his actions they went to the home of a near neighbor and shortly after, four shots were heard. Upon investigation it was found that Wallace had killed two cows belonging to Lynch and wounding a horse, then with the fourth shot killed himself by flowing off the top of his head. His body was found by the hay stack near the barn. It is also reported that there was no money owing to Wallace by the Lynch family.

Sheriff Stewart and Coroner L. H. Adair were called and the boy removed to the Paterson Funeral Home, where the funeral was held Tuesday morning at ten o'clock and interment at Nyssa where Mr. Wallace formerly lived.

The Payette Independent
Thursday, February 06, 1930
JACKSON, TWIN DAUGHTER

The three day old twin daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Leon Jackson passed away at the Blanchard home Thursday, January 30th. Private funeral services were held Friday and interment was made in Park View cemetery in New Plymouth. Mr. and Mrs. Jackson have the sympathy of their many friends in their sad bereavement. (Parkview Cemetery)

The Payette Independent
Thursday, February 06, 1930

OHLEMACHER, JOHN J.

OBITUARY

J. J. Olehmacher passed away at the Ontario hospital last Thursday evening, January 30, after an illness of only a few days, in which he suffered an attack of double pneumonia. He was taken to the Ontario hospital for an operation on his lungs, but passed away just as he reached there.

Mr. Olehmacher was 46 years of age. He moved to this community with his family from Colorado two years ago. For the past year they have lived in the small house on the back of the L. Z. Taylor place.

He leaves to mourn his loss his wife, two daughters and three sons.

Funeral services were held from the Methodist church in Payette Sunday afternoon at 8 o'clock, conducted by Rev. A. B. Parrot and Rev. George Roseberry. Interment was made in Riverside cemetery in Payette.

Note: According to the Oregon Death Index, John J. OHLEMACHER died 1-30-1930. (Riverside Cemetery) ch

The Payette Independent
Thursday, February 13, 1930
BLAIR, LUELLA E.

OBITUARY

Mrs. Luella E. Blair of this city passed away at the Holy Rosary hospital at Ontario Thursday, February 6, following an illness of two weeks, the cause of her death being an absess on the brain. Her body was brought to Payette where funeral services were held at the Peterson Funeral Home Sunday morning at 10:30, conducted by Rev. Sam Bollinger of the Brethren church of which the deceased was a member. following the funeral sermon, Envoy Lillian Cray McCormick officer of the Salvation Army at Weiser, a friend of the family spoke a few words of comfort to the relatives and offered a beautiful poem of her own composing. Singing was by the Fruitland Brethren church. Those who are left to mourn are two brothers, O. D. Comer of Norwich, Kans.; and H. C. Comer of Pismo Beach, Calif.; three sisters, Mrs. William Strong of San Luis Obispo, Calif.; Mrs. Bell Rock of San Francisco and Mrs. Eugene E. Phelps of McAllen, Texas and a nephew, John Comer of Payette, all of whom were present at the funeral. Her body was laid to rest in the protestant cemetery at Ontario.

The Payette Independent
Thursday, February 20, 1930
RICHARDSON, DAN

FORMER PAYETTE COUNTY MAN DIED AT ONTARIO, CAL.

Dan Richardson, a former Payette county man died Thursday, February 13, at his home in Ontario, Calif., after a short illness. The sad news was conveyed to C. E. Sales of Fruitland.

Mr. Richardson was about 45 years of age and was a resident of the Fruitland bench for many years where he was highly respected by a large circle of friends. he moved to California about five years ago. He is survived by a wife and two sons, a father and mother, Mr. and Mrs. J. F. Richardson and one sister.

Mr. Richardson had done well since moving to California, was owner and operator of a large undertaking establishment at Ontario.

The Payette Independent
Thursday, March 06, 1930
HALL, REV. VERNON ETHELBERT

DEATH TAKES REV. V. E. HALL FORMER METHODIST PASTOR

PASSED AWAY AT LA GRANDE, OREGON, MONDAY EVENING AT 5 O'CLOCK OF CEREBRAL HEMORRHAGE - FUNERAL SERVICES AT 2:30 TODAY

It was with saddened hearts that the people of Payette, particularly members of the Methodist church, heard the news of the sudden and untimely death of Rev. Vernon E. Hall, for many years the pastor of the Methodist church in this city, who passed away at La Grande, Oregon, Monday evening.

Rev. Hall was universally loved while here, both as pastor of his church and as a citizen. He was deeply interested in every movement for the uplifting of the community, labored hard for the success of the Boy Scouts movement and was for a long time secretary of the Kiwanis club. He was studious and brilliant and his sermons were eloquent and overflowed with his love for the Master and his solicitude for the spiritual welfare of his fellowmen. The following account of his death and beautiful tribute was written for the La Grande Evening Observer by Mabel E. Morton of that city.

"Who through faith subdued kingdoms, wrought righteousness, obtained promises, stopped the mouths of lions, quenched the violence of fire, escaped the edge of the sword, out of weakness were made strong, waxed valiant in fight, turned to flight the armies of the aliens" - so did the Rev. Vernon E. Hall read his text for his morning sermon Sunday, one of a number he had been preaching as being especially appropriate to the approaching anniversary of the day of Pentecost. And from that text, with his subject "The Religion That Dares," the Methodist pastor preached one of the most gripping, intense and appealing sermons he has ever delivered in La Grande - then after leading his people in singing the hymn of the church "Oh Jesus, I have promised to serve thee to the end," he lifted his hands for the benediction, not the ritualistic benediction as has always been his custom, but a tender appeal for protection and guidance -- then as the choir was chanting the Old Testament benediction, he left his pulpit, and for the last time.

Final Sunday Outstanding
Sunday was an outstanding day in the Methodist church -- that was frequently remarked at different services. The day marked the close of the first half of the conference year. In talking to the young men in his Sunday school class, a group studying the Sermon on the Mount, Mr. Hall had seemed to have unusual power and the boys had been impressed in a new way. So it was at Epworth League in the evening, and also in his evening informal address, one of a series of studies of racial relations.

And so, when the word went about town last evening about five o'clock that the pastor had passed on, young men who had sat in his classes the day before, young men and young women who had studied with him in Epworth League, older folks who had listened to his earnest and stirring appeal, were stricken with sorrow. To the young people he had been a leader such as they had never had before, he had been their friend, their counselor. He had yearned for them, and worked for the, sacrificed for them, and no doubt his zeal for them, as for every department of the church, exhibited in untiring labors were largely contributory to the stroke which resulted in his going.

Mr. Hall was taken ill shortly after retiring Sunday night. His condition was alarming from the first, and he became unconscious some time before his death occurred, at 5 o'clock yesterday evening, a cerebral hemorrhage was the cause of his death.

Funeral services will be held Thursday afternoon at 2:00 o'clock in the church, with Dr. Hamilton, of Boise, in charge. Interment will take place in the Summerville cemetery. The body is at the Snodgrass and Zimmerman mortuary.

Born in Illinois
Vernon Ethelbert Hall was 56 years of age on the 14th of February. He was born at South Elgin, Illinois, February 14, 1874. His mother moved to Iowa when he was a small boy and as his step-father was a Methodist minister, his boyhood days were spent in Methodist parsonages in eastern Iowa. He attended Cornell college, Iowa, and later was graduated from Upper Iowa university in 1898. The following year he attended the Boston Theological seminary and in 1899 was admitted to the Upper Iowa conference. He was a member of this conference until 1910 when he to transferred to Montana. In 1922 he was sent to the church at Payette, Idaho, which he served for seven years, coming then to La Grande in 1928.

He was married to Miss Kate Simonds, October 10, 1900, at Fayette, Iowa. They were the parents of six children, two of whom are deceased. Charles Vernon who died in infancy, and George Simonds who died at the age of 16 years. The surviving four are Mrs. Mary Elizabeth Daniels, of Weiser, Idaho, Ruth Margaret, William Edward and Patricia Ann at home.

Mr. Hall's devotion to his home and his family was beautiful and was met by great affection and loyalty on the part of each member in the home. He loved music and flowers, and his dahlia beds last summer, in which he had many choice varieties, some of which he had perfected himself, were a source of pride and enjoyment. Generosity and hospitality were strong characteristics. He was a preacher of power and great earnestness, his thinking was logical, his attitude toward life was wholesome, he was broad minded in his views and considerate of those who did not think as he did.

Mr. Hall's only other affiliations outside his church was with the Masonic fraternity. He was raised a Master Mason years ago and was at present identified with the blue lodge at Payette, Idaho.

A particularly sad feature of the passing of Rev. Hall to the people of Payette and southern Idaho is the fact that he was soon to have succeeded Dr. Harry Hamilton as district superintendent of this conference and would have been with us a great deal.

The Payette Independent
Thursday, March 06, 1930
GREEN, JOHN

SAD NEWS

George Green, history teacher at the Payette high school received the sad news of the death of his father at Culdesac, Idaho, Monday morning. Mr. Green left on the evening train for that place.

Note: According to the Idaho Death Index, John Green was born 9-30-1863 and died 3-3-1930, Culdesac. ch

The Payette Independent
Thursday, March 13, 1930
WILLIAMS, ALFRED V.

A. V. WILLIAMS HAS PASSED AWAY

DIED AT PORTLAND, OREGON, TUESDAY, EVENING AFTER AN ILLNESS OF ABOUT A MONTH

The news was wired to Payette Tuesday night that A. V. Williams, a pioneer citizen of this city, had passed away that evening after an illness of about a month.

Mr. and Mrs. Williams had gone to Portland to visit their daughters, Mrs. Payne and Mrs. Bussey and in a short time he was taken ill. The report had reached here that he was in a serious condition, but even his daughter, Mrs. Gil Currie, was not prepared for the sad news of his death.

Mr. Williams had been a resident of Payette for 26 years, and was a contractor and builder of exceptional skill. A progressive citizen at all times and a man of high character, the news of his death came as a shock to everybody.

Funeral services will be held at Portland and he will be buried there. Mr. and Mrs. Gil Currie are awaiting word as to the time of the funeral, and are expecting to leave for Portland tonight.

A more extended obituary will be given next week.

The Payette Independent (Thursday, March 20, 1930)

ALFRED V. WILLIAMS

Alfred V. Williams, whose death was announced in the Independent last week, was born in Rockport, Missouri, January 3, 1853, and died at Portland, Oregon, on March 11, 1930, after an illness from heart trouble which extended back for about two years.

At the age of 14 years he began as an apprentice at the carpenter trade which he made his life work, and in which his skill was manifest in every contract he took. At the age of 21 he was united in marriage to Margaret E. McDonald, at Linden, Mo. They made their home in Rockport for 12 years and then removed to Auburn, Nebraska. In 1906 they moved to Payette and for 24 years were among our highest respected citizens. Mr. Williams always took a keen interest in the growth and development of our city and community and was honored and respected by all.

Mr. Williams is survived by his widow and six children, H. L. Williams, of San Fernando, Calif, W. J. Williams, of Boulder, Colo., Mrs. E. C. Payne, of Portland, Ore., Mrs. O. E. Bussey, of Portland, Ore., Mrs. C. D. Wood, of Medford, Ore., and Mrs. G. T. Currie, of Payette.

Funeral services were held Saturday, March 15, at 1 o'clock p.m. at Friendship Lodge, No 160 A. F. & A. M., of Portland, under instructions from his home lodge in Payette, and he was laid to rest by the side of his son, Joy, at Portland, who preceded him in death by a year.

In the taking of Mr. Williams, Payette has lost an excellent citizen and one who will be greatly missed.

The Payette Independent
Thursday, March 13, 1930
WHEELER, JIMMIE McFARLAND

A dear little son, Jimmie McFarland, was born to Mr. and Mrs. F. G. Wheeler, at their home in Fruitland on Monday, March 3rd, but after a hard fight for the little life, that meant so much to those who loved him, he passed away, and on Tuesday afternoon was laid to rest beside the baby sister in Riverside cemetery in Payette. Private funeral services were conducted by Rev. George Roseberry. The father and mother have the sympathy of their many friends in this another loss.(Riverside Cemetery)

The Payette Independent
Thursday, March 20, 1930
GRACE, ROSE MARIE

INFANT BABY PASSES

Mr. and Mrs. P. W. Grace, of Oregon Slope, laid to rest at 11 o'clock Wednesday morning, their infant child which had lived only 12 hours to bless the home. Rev. L. G. Fraser conducted the service and a number of the neighbors joined in the sad funeral (Riverside Cemetery)

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TALBOT, MRS. B. F.

OBITUARY

Funeral services for Mrs. B. F. Talbert who passed away last Monday afternoon, were held from the German Lutheran church last Thursday afternoon at 2 o'clock, conducted by Rev. Colley of Nampa, and interment was made in Morris Hill cemetery in Boise. Mrs. Talbot leaves her husband and four daughters to survive her, one daughter in Russia, 2 daughters, Mrs. Bashan and Mrs. Mills in North Dakota, and Mrs. Gus Davis in Boise. Mrs. Bashan and Mrs. Davis were present at the funeral services, Mrs. Davis being with her during her brief illness. Mrs. Talbot came to this community about 15 years ago, and has made many friends here by her kind and honest ways. She was born in Russia nearly 76 years ago.

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BOWERS, MERTIE ANN

DEATH OF MRS. BOWERS

Mrs. J. A. Bowers died this morning at about 3 a. m. at her home north of Payette after an illness of two weeks. As we received this sad news just before going to press an obituary will be published next week.(The next issue of this paper is missing therefore there will be no obituary available from the Independent.) (Riverside Cemetery)

The Payette Independent
Thursday, June 12, 1930
VENABLE, V. O.

HIS BROTHER DEAD

Burt Venable received the sad news Saturday of the death of his brother, S. O. Venable, of Los Angeles, who passed away at the Culver city hospital, after a lingering illness starting with a paralytic stroke several years ago. He visited Payette on his way to locate in California and has visited here since then, so that he was known quite well to a number of our citizens. He was past 80 years old at the time of his death.

Burt and his brother were very close to each other and the sad news comes as a serious blow to him. We extend to him fraternal and personal sympathy.

The Payette Independent
Thursday, June 12, 1930
DOUGLAS, MYRTA ANN

OBITUARY

Funeral services for Mrs. A. C. Douglass were held Tuesday afternoon at the Christian church, the Rev. J. S. Beem, officiating. The large number of flowers and large attendance at the funeral testified to the esteem of her numerous friends.

Interment took place in the Boise cemetery by the side of her husband, A. C. Douglass, who was moved to that cemetery from here. Music was furnished by the Christian ladies quartet.

Myrta Ann Hall was born at Lake Koshkonang, Jefferson county, Wisconsin. When yet a small child she moved to Reedsburg, Wis., where they settled on a farm. Here she grew to young womanhood. Later they moved to Hillsborough in the same state where she met and married A. C. Douglass on October 20, 1872. In June 1881 they moved to Farnhamville, Iowa, where they lived for 25 years. About 28 years ago they moved to Payette where they have since resided.

She is survived by five children, the girls being Mrs. C. S. Babcock of Farnhamville, Iowa, Mrs. C. J. Widrich of Pasco, Washington and Florence Douglass of Payette. The sons are Howard and Leon Douglass of this city. Attending the funeral services from out of town were Mrs. C. J. Widrick from Pasco and a grandson, Lester Armstrong, with his wife form Walla Walla, Wash.

The Payette Independent
Thursday, June 12, 1930
CATANZARO, LIBORIO

AGED CITIZEN PASSES

It was with deep regret that the people of the community heard of the death of Mr. Catanzaro which occurred at the Holy Rosary hospital in Ontario, Monday evening, June 9.

Mr. Catanzaro was born in Termini, Sicily, Italy, April 21, 1855. He came to America about 40 years ago, residing at Springfield, Ohio. From there he moved to Louisville and thence to Lexington, Ky.. Later he moved to Logansport, Ind., where he retired about 15 years ago. He came to Idaho in 1924 where he made his home with his daughter, Mrs. J. C. Palumbo, and family.

J. C. Palumbo accompanied the remains to Logansport, Ind., where funeral services will be conducted and interment made by the side of his wife, who preceded him in death two years ago.

Mr. Catanzaro is survived by his daughter, Mrs. J. C. Palumbo, of Payette; two sons, Jacob Catanzaro of Payette and Joseph Catanzaro of Peru, Indiana, five grandchildren, Agnes and Leo Catanzaro of Peru, Ind., Leo, Mary Rose and Agnes Theresa of Payette. He also had many friends here who mourn his passing.

CARD OF THANKS

We wish to express our sincere thanks and appreciation to our friends for their many deeds of kindness, during the illness and death of our beloved father.

MR. and MRS. J. C. PALUMBO
MR. and MRS. JACOB CATANZARO

The Payette Independent
Thursday, June 12, 1930
FORDING, ESTHER

FORMER PAYETTE TEACHER PASSES

Mrs. Mary Nodle Crozier received the following notice from a former Payette teacher's husband.

"This little announcement was prepared by Esther for you and it is with sadness I use it to tell you that she has joined her baby girl in the last long sleep. I am taking her back to her old home in Michigan."
W. H. Fording

Esther Fording will be remembered in Payette as Miss Valloue, once a Payette High School teacher.

The Payette Independent
Thursday, June 12, 1930
STIRM, VERONIKA A.

OBITUARY

Mrs. W. F. Stirm of Payette died at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Katherine Johnson, Longview, Washington, Tuesday, June 3rd, 1930.

Mrs. Stirm, formerly Veronika Polpelka, was born in Vienna, Austria-Hungary, February 2, 1867. She came to Payette in 1889 and married W. F. Stirm of this city, New Years Day, 1890.

To this union was born four children, two daughters, Mrs. Marie Moss, of New Plymouth, Mrs. Katherine Johnson of Longview, Wash., and two sons, William E. of Fruitland and Fred J. of Payette, all of whom survive her, together with their father, W. F. Stirm. She is also survived by a sister, Mrs. John Christenson of San Francisco who, with her son, Herbert, was here for the funeral which took place Friday, June 6 under the direction of Father Gallahue of the local Catholic church. Interment was in the Riverside cemetery.

Mrs. Stirm was well known here. She was a very highly educated woman and could speak seven different languages fluently. Before coming to America, she was for a number of years the Queen's First Lady in Waiting at the Court of Austria-Hungary. She was greatly respected in this community and her many friends will regret her passing.

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We wish to thank our friends and neighbors for their words of sympathy, flowers and many deeds of kindness shown us in our bereavement. (Riverside Cemetery)
W. F. STIRM and FAMILY

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Thursday, June 12, 1930
PENNINGTON, MARIE

OBITUARY

Funeral services for Marie Pennington were held at the Peterson funeral parlors Saturday afternoon, Rev. Mrs. J. S. Beem officiating.

Marie was born in Boise, December 15, 1922 and died at the Holy Rosary hospital in Ontario, June 4, 1930 at the age of seven years, 6 months and 19 days. Death came following an operation for appendicitis.

She is survived by her parents, Mr. and Mrs. G. G. Pennington, of Vale, Ore., four sisters, Mrs. Hainline, and Mrs. Huber, both of Freewater, Oregon, Iva and Helen Pennington of Payette, and three brothers, John, Leslie and Ivan also of Payette. She is also survived by her grandmother, Mrs. B. J. Pennington of Payette. (Riverside Cemetery)

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HALL, WILLIAM BAKER

WILLIAM HALL TAKES OWN LIFE

WELL KNOWN OREGON SLOPE RANCHER HANGED HIMSELF TO RAFTERS OF HIS BARN TUESDAY NIGHT

A sad and thoroughly unaccountable tragedy left Mrs. William B. Hall a widow and her three children fatherless Tuesday night. The father, a rancher on the Oregon Slope, took his own life. When Mrs. Hall, who had been working hard all day and was tired, and her children retired, Mr. Hall was reading the daily paper and listening in on the radio. He, too, had been very busy in haying and had done a big days work, but said he wanted to finish the paper before going to bed. He was in apparent good spirits and was a man who was not apt to worry, taking everything, including hard work, which he seemed to enjoy, in a happy frame of mind.

Mrs. Hall fell asleep and had slept some time when she awakened and missed her husband. She called and when he did not answer she started out to look for him. It had been his custom to take his nightshirt and hang it on a post near the irrigation ditch while he took a plunge before going to bed. This she found, but his slippers and clothing were not there. Becoming alarmed she went to the nearby home of his uncle, J.E. Ball, and aroused Mr. Ball. They returned and resumed the search and found his body hanging to the rafters of the barn.

As the family had been a happy one and he was devoted to his wife and children, and as his financial condition was such that he need not worry, the conclusion is that he may have become overheated during the hot afternoon in the hayfield and that something suddenly snapped and he lost his mind. There is another possible reason for the rash act. His twin brother, Willard, to whom he was devoted, died about a year ago and at the time his grief was terrible. For weeks he wept almost every night and the loss affected him very much. When his brother went to war and he was rejected by the medical board he was not himself until Willard returned. This loss may have affected him more than his family knew.

William B. Hall was born as Kendrick, Idaho, February 28, 1893, and died July 8, 1930, at the age of 37 years, 4 month and 10 days. He came to this section with his brother, and they homesteaded land on the Oregon side about 15 years ago. He was married to Elsie Noble, daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Jacob Nodle, June 8, 1918. To this union was born three children, Wilma, 11; Eldon, 7; and Beverly 4. His parents, Mr. and Mrs. George Hall, who moved to Arlington, Washington, also survive and he leaves three brothers and three sisters, all living in the state of Washington.

Funeral services were held in abeyance pending the arrival of relatives, but have been set for Friday morning at 10 o'clock at the church of God, of which he was a member. They will be conducted by Rev. Farnham, and interment will take place at Riverside cemetery.

Mrs. Hall and her children have the profound sympathy of everybody in this sad hour. (Riverside Cemetery)

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HARTUNG, MARY FAUST

Mrs. Mary Hartung Passes

Mary Faust was born October 20th, 1857 in Schuylkill County, Pennsylvania, and departed this life August 1st, 1930, at the home of her son, Charles Hartung, being at the time of her death, 72 years, 10 months, and 11 days old.

She moved to Carroll County, Iowa, in July 1881, and was married to Thomas Hartung of Schuylkill County, Pennsylvania in Arcadia, Iowa, November 3rd, 1882, and moved to Payette County, Idaho, in December, 1889, where the family have since resided.

This union was blessed by four children, all of whom survive her. They are Charles Hartung, Sam Hartung, William Hartung, and Mrs. Mayme A. Dorathy. She is also survived by eight grandchildren. Her husband, Thomas Hartung, departed this life April 13th, 1918.

Mrs. Hartung professed her faith in Christ when a young girl. She united with the Christian church of this city in 1906, and was always a ready and faithful worker in the church during the active part of her life. She was always ready in time of need doing her best to bring comfort and cheer to the suffering. Often during her long illness she expressed her readiness to meet her Savior and never complained of her suffering. It may be said of her as Jesus said of another Mary of old. "She hath done what she could."

Funeral services were held at the Christian church, Sunday afternoon, at 3:00 P. M., where a large audience paid their last respects to one they had known so long and well. Rev. Mrs. J. S. Beem conducted the services assisted by her husband. Appropriate songs were furnished by the church choir. Burial was made in Riverside Cemetery beside her late husband in the family plot.

Many were the beautiful floral offerings which showed the esteem and respect of friends and fraternal orders that her children belong to. Pallbearers were selected from old Iowa friends and neighbors with honorary pallbearers from the local Oddfellows Lodge who were old friends of the family. A Guard of Honor was also present from Weiser Canton of the Patriarchs Militant branch of Odd-fellowship in respect to the family.

Mrs. Hartung will be missed by her relatives and friends but she has just gone to her reward.

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Charles Hartung
Sam Hartung
William Hartung
Mayme A. Dorathy,
and their families

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Thursday, October 30, 1930

HEATH, EDWARD ELZIE

Obituary
Edward Elzie Heath was born in Ohio, March 2nd, 1868, and died at his home in Payette, Idaho, Sunday night, October 19, 1930.

April 9th, he was married to Miss Julia Owens.

He became a christian at the age of 21 and joined the Presbyterian church, but since coming to Payette four years ago, he united with the Pentecostal church of which he has been a faithful and consistent member.

He leaves behind three brothers, one sister, and a wife to mourn his death. They are Amos Heath of Adrian, Mo., Joseph Heath of Adrian, Mo., Samuel Heath of Toppenish, Wash, Mrs. Mina Bramhall of Yakima, Wash. and the wife, Mrs. Julia Heath, of this city.

His passing was truly a shock to the community as he had only been ailing for only a short time and then not confined to his bed.

Funeral services were held at the Pentecostal church Saturday, Oct. 25, conducted by the pastor, Mrs. F. Wade, and assisted by his former pastor, Rev. T. A. Wayne. Interment was made in the Riverside cemetery. (Riverside Cemetery)

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CARD OF THANKS
We wish to thank our friends and neighbors for the beautiful flowers and kind words of sympathy in our sad sorrow. Mrs. Julia Heath and daughter

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Thursday, October 30, 1930
SAMPEY, MRS. ANNA

Mrs. J. C. Giesler received word Friday of the death of her sister, Mrs. Anna Sampey, of Rosalia, Washington. She and Jack Giesler left overland at once for that place.

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Thursday, October 30, 1930

KULLANDER, IDA

Obituary

Again the community was saddened last Thursday morning when news came of the death of Miss Ida Kullander, which occurred in the Ontario hospital last Wednesday night at 10:15.

She underwent an operation Monday morning and at first it was thought she was getting along nicely, but Tuesday noon, she became unconscious, and remained so until her death. Ida was a dear sweet girl and was loved by all who knew her. Through her profession, she made many friends in the community and wherever she was, she was always thinking of their comfort and trying to make things easy and comfortable for them. Her kind and cheerful way in ministering to them made them all love her. Indeed, she will be greatly missed by all.

Ida Wilhelmina Kullander was born at Kensington, Minn, Feb. 24, 1881. She spent the earlier part of her life in the state of Minnesota. In her youth, she was confirmed into the membership of the Mission church, of which she remained a member.

She came to Idaho in 1910, and made the west her home until she passed away. At the time of her death, she was 49 years, 7 months and 28 days old. She leaves to mourn her passing, 4 sisters, Mrs. E. O. Fritz, of Minneapolis, Minn., Mrs. Lucy Erps, of Washington, D. C. , Mrs. B. W. Grover of Fruitland and Miss Lydia Kullander of Ontario. Two brothers, Frank Kullander and Adolp Kullander of Kensington, Minn. She also leaves a number of near relatives and a large circle of friends, who will greatly miss her and mourn for her.

Funeral services were held from the Peterson Funeral Chapel in Ontario, Monday afternoon at 2 o'clock, conducted by Rev. George Roseberry. Owing to her brother Frank, who was unable to get here until Tuesday, interment was not made until that date. She was laid to rest in Riverside Cemetery in Payette, beside here sister, Mrs. Anna Grover, who passed away a number of years ago. (Riverside Cemetery)

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Thursday, October 30, 1930

LEWIS, N. WEBSTER

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N. Webster Lewis was born in Sagerstown, Penn. Sept. 18, 1842. As the tide of emigration moved westward, he came with his family to Illinois and later to the new lands of Iowa, where he settled in Jasper County.

Here on Sept. 17, 1867, he was united in marriage to Martha Emily Tait, who preceded him in death only six weeks.

Surviving him are a son and daughter; Harry T. Lewis of Fruitland, at whose home he passed away Monday, Oct. 20, death due to old age; and Mrs. James A. Pinkerton of Roseburg, Oregon, and five grand-children, Lieut. Clark H. Lewis, U. S. Navy of San Diego, California, Dorothy G. Lewis of Fresno, Calif., and Marion and Glenn Lewis of Fruitland and Nadine Pinkerton of Roseburg, Oregon.

He leaves also one sister, Miss N. L. Lewis of Hayllsville, Wyoming, and one brother, F. O. Lewis of Falls City, Neb. A large number of friends survive, who will greatly miss him.

Mr. Lewis, at his death, was 88 years, one month and two days old. He was the fourth one of his family to survive, considerably past the age of 80 years.

The oldest brother, Joel Lewis of Miami, Fla., passed away last spring at the age of 91 years.

Mr. Lewis lived an earnest Christian life, never doubting but that right would triumph and the good prevail.

His church affiliation in Iowa was with the Congregational Church; upon his coming to Idaho, he transferred his membership to the Presbyterian Church of Payette. Later to the Methodist Church of Fruitland.

He came to Idaho in 1902 and took as active part in the development in the Fruitland vicinity. He gave his assistance to every forward movement. His large hospitable home was always the center of church and social activities during the early days of this community. He was one of Fruitland's most highly respected and most thought of citizens.

He was a man of broad charity and loved all men as his friend and brother. His greatest pleasure being in friendly intercourse with them. For his life, we take from the 23rd psalm this eulogy.

"Yes, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil; for thou art with me; thy rod and they staff, they comfort me.

Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life, and I will dwell in the house of the Lord forever."

Funeral services were held from the M. E. Church Wednesday afternoon at 2:30, conducted by the Rev. George Roseberry, and interment made beside his wife in Park View Cemetery in New Plymouth. (Parkview Cemetery)

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Thursday, November 06, 1930
FRETWELL, GEORGIA NAOMI

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The whole community was shocked and saddened last Wednesday morning when news came of the death of Georgia Fretwell, whose death occurred at her home, 2 1/2 miles south of Fruitland, Tuesday night at 11:15. She was ill a couple of days the week before, but was better and on Sunday attended the funeral of her cousin, in Boise. She became ill again on Monday evening. A doctor was summoned and Tuesday afternoon he pronounced her illness due to infantile paralysis. She died quite suddenly, however, as the doctor held out hopes for her recovery just a few minutes before.

Georgia was one of Fruitland's most popular young ladies. She was a member of the Junior Class and was a favorite and was loved by all who knew her at school and elsewhere. She had gathered around her in her few short years, a large circle of friends, who enjoyed and appreciated her sunny disposition. She was an earnest worker in school, at home, and in Sunday school and the queen Esther Circle. She became a member of the Methodist church here last spring.

Georgia Naomi Fretwell was born at Vale, Oregon, November 29, 1911, and passed away Tuesday, October 28, at the age of 18 years, 10 months and 29 days. She lived with her parents at Watson, Oregon a number of years, moving to Fruitland in 1927.

She leaves to mourn her passing, her father and mother, Mr. and Mrs. E. E. Fretwell, 3 sisters, Mary Fretwell Ransom and Billie and Ielene Fretwell, and 4 brothers, Earl, Edward, Willard and Stapley. She also leaves a large circle of friends who extend their sympathy to the bereaved family and will not soon cease to grieve or the death of this dear girl.

Funeral services were held from the grave in Ontario Cemetery last Thursday afternoon at 2 o'clock, conducted by Rev. George Roseberry

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Thursday, November 13, 1930

LIGHTFOOT, MIRIAM NICHOLS

OBITUARY

Miriam Nichols was born at Hebron, Ind., October 7, 1894. On September 16, 1914, she was united in marriage to Hal C. Lightfoot. To them were born three children. In her youth, she became a member of the Christian church at Hebron, Ind., of which she remained a member.

In 1920, they moved from Indiana to Idaho, making their home at Mountain Home until 1924, when they moved to Payette, where she resided at the time of her death, at the age of 36 years and 24 days.

She leaves to mourn her passing, her husband, Hal C. Lightfoot, three children, David, 15; Claire, 11; and Abbie Lou, 8; her father, Elmer Nichols, of Hebron, Ind.; her brother, Ray Nichols of Lowell, Ind.; and a host of friends.

Funeral services were held on Monday, Nov. 3, at 10 o'clock at the Landon Funeral home, Payette, with Rev. L. G. Fraser officiating. Interment was made at the Mountain Home, Ida. cemetery beside her sister, who preceded her in death some years ago.

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We wish to express our thanks for the flowers sent and the many kindnesses shown us during our recent bereavement.
HAL C. LIGHTFOOT AND CHILDREN

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Thursday, November 13, 1930

HARRIS, COL. JAMES

COL. JAMES HARRIS KILLED IN CAR ACCIDENT TUESDAY

WAS RETURNING FROM MOSCOW, AFTER ATTENDING NATIONAL GUARD ASSEMBLY -- LOU FARBER ESCAPES WITH MINOR INJURIES

WEISER - Colonel James Harris, commander of the 116th Cavalry, I. N. G., met instant death Tuesday night about 9:30 on the North and South highway 20 miles north of Council, when the automobile which he was driving plunged over a grade.

He was accompanied by Major Lou J. Farber, also of Weiser, but the meager reports available here gave few details. Major Farber was reported to be uninjured. He is credited with having expressed the opinion that Colonel Harris, tired by the long drive, temporarily nodded over the wheel and lost control of the machine. The two officers were returning home after having been in Lewiston and Moscow on official business connected with the national guard.

Was District Judge
In addition to an excellent military record, Colonel Harris was prominent in civic affairs of western Idaho and enjoyed an enviable reputation as an attorney. He was elected district Judge on the Democratic ticket in the election last week. He was married and was the father of two sons. Practically his whole life was spent in Weiser.

Served Overseas
In 1917 he was a first lieutenant in Co. I., second Idaho Infantry. He went overseas with the 146th machine Gun battalion, 41st division and served with the military police in France. In 1922 he became department commander of the American Legion for Idaho and in the year following served as national legion committeeman from his home state.

He resumed his service in the Idaho National Guard in 1923 and became colonel of his regiment in 1927.

He was a graduate of the University of Idaho and was about 40 yeas old. He was general counsel for the P & I. N. railway.

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Thursday, November 20, 1930

COLE, MINNIE S.

FUNERAL OF MRS. JOSHUA S. COLE HELD FRIDAY

Minnie S. Roberts was born in Columbia County, Penn., June 12, 1854. In the year 1877, January 18, at Orangeville, Penna., she was united in marriage to Joshua S. Cole. To this union was born one child, a daughter, Mrs. Eva M. Forbes.

Seven grandchildren and twelve great grandchildren survive. The grandchildren are Mrs. S. E. Browning, Pleasant Valley, Ore., L. G. Forbes, Tacoma, Wash.; Mrs. F. Camplan, Portland, Ore.; Mrs. E. Silkett, Fruitland, Ida.; Mrs. J. Chapman, Payette, Ida.; Mrs. E. W. Sorenson, Unity, Ore. and Frank Forbes, Payette, Ida.

The funeral was held Friday November 14, from the Church of God, E. M. Hickman, Minister of the Church of God assisted by Rev. Thos. Wayne officiated at the funeral. Burial was in the Payette cemetery.

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We wish to express our sincere appreciation to the friends who gave their help and floral offerings during the illness and death of our grandmother, Mrs. Minnie S. Cole. (Riverside Cemetery)
Mr. and Mrs. S. E. Browning
Mr. and Mrs. Loyd Forbes
Mr. and Mrs. Frank Camplan
Mr. and Mrs. Ed Silkett
Mr. and Mrs. John Chipman
Mr. and Mrs. Ed Sorenson
Frank Forbes

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Thursday, November 20, 1930
KEELER, ORA BOSLEY

The whole community was greatly shocked and saddened by the accident and death of Mrs. O. E. Keeler last Thursday. She will be greatly missed. Her kindly sweet disposition endeared her to all who knew her. The bereaved ones have the heartfelt sympathy of all friends and neighbors.

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We wish to thank our many friends for the kindness and sympathy shown at the death of our beloved wife and mother. The flowers were beautiful, and much appreciated.
L. E. KEELER
HAROLD KEELER
DONALD KEELER

Donald Keeler arrived from Moscow Friday and Dr. Harold Keeler of San Francisco and Mrs. Edie Linn and Mrs. Lawrence Spaulding and little son, and Mrs. Myrtle Keath of Portland all arrived Saturday to be present at the funeral. (Riverside Cemetery)

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WADE, EUGENE

MESA BOY KILLED RESULT OF ICY ROAD

MESA - Eugene Wade, 16, son of Mr. and Mrs. Edward Wade, was killed in an auto crash this morning about 10 o'clock on the Mesa hill. Young Wade was accompanying a friend, Ezra Stagg to Council when the accident occurred. Young Staggs was driving and because of the slick road, was not able to make a turn. The car skidded into a telephone pole and in the crash, Wade received a fracture of the skull, from which he died.

He is survived by his parents and one younger sister. The father is foreman at the Mesa orchards.

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