The Payette Independent
April 26, 1900
Death of Dr. W. B. Thurston
Dr. W. B. Thurston died on the 22nd day of April in his 73rd year.
Funeral services were conducted from the Methodist church, of which deceased had long been a consistent and active member, Wednesday forenoon. A short sermon was preached by the pastor, after which the burial services was conducted by the Masonic order of this city, assisted by a number of the brethren from Ontario, Oregon.
Dr. Thurston came with his family and located in Payette in May 1894. His wife proceeded him to the spirit land about one year. He was a member of both the Blue Lodge and Royal Arch Chapter of Masons at this place.
