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Payette Enterprise
Thursday, January 02, 1919
HUFF, MOTHER
Mrs. B. F. Huff returned from Baker on Thursday morning where she has been for the past two weeks assisting in the care of Mr. Huff's aged mother.

Later: Mr. Huff's mother passed away at 1:15 Friday afternoon. She was 88 years old on December 1st. Mr. and Mrs. Huff and daughter Lenora went to Baker Saturday morning to attend the funeral which was held at Baker Saturday evening at 7:30. Interment will be made at Mt. Pisgah cemetery near Little Sioux, Iowa.

The Editor and family have known Mrs. Huff for years. She has lived a life true to the word 'Mother.' Her thought in life was to do for others, thinking but little of herself. And after living more than four score years has gone to reap the rewards for her many deeds of kindness.

Payette Enterprise
Thursday, January 02, 1919
MILLER, ROY MILTON
It is the desire of the Enterprise to give a creditable mention of all of the soldiers who have been killed or wounded, but for lack of knowledge at the time there was but a brief mention of the death of Roy Milton Miller who died of wounds October 6th. The news of his death was received December 13th which simply stated he had died of wounds. Roy was a young man 26 years old with a moral standing unexcelled in this community. He was drafted into the service from Payette County last August and was in training at Camp Lewis but six weeks, until he was sent across and immediately sent to the front and shortly after was wounded, and on October 6th gave his all for the great cause. He leaves a sister, Mrs. Anna Mock, of Bancroft, Idaho, and many friends in this community who will ever hold in memory him who gave his life that peace might reign throughout the world.

Payette Enterprise
Thursday, January 02, 1919
TOOEY, RICHARD
Richard Tooey, a bachelor 69 years old who has been living alone on a small island in the Snake river about five miles north of Payette, died at the Holy Rosary Hospital Friday, and his body brought to Payette Saturday where the funeral was held from Lauers Undertaking Parlor and interment made in the Riverside Cemetery. So far as can be learned he had no relatives. A letter was found in his posession written by his mother several years ago, in the east, who was at that time 95 years old. (Riverside Cemetery)

Payette Enterprise
Thursday, January 09, 1919
MURRAY, ANNA
Mrs. Anna Murray, wife of ? Murray, died at her home one mile west of Payette, Wednesday morning, a few hours after the birth of a baby boy. The body was brought to Payette and shipped to Caldwell for burial besides two children who proceeded her a few years before. Mrs. Murray was 43 years of age and has made friends with all who knew her and will grieve at her sudden departure in this life. The husband with the infant babe will have the sympathy of a large circle of friends in his sad hour of affliction.

NOTE: According to the Idaho Death Index Anna J. was born 11-13-1875 and died 1-8-1919.ch

Payette Enterprise
Thursday, January 16, 1919
SHEARER, RAY
RAY SHEARER DIED OF WOUNDS

Mrs. Rhoddie T. Shearer, living on north 6th street, received the sad news last Friday from the war department announcing the death of her son, Roy Shearer, who died from wounds on October 1st. Roy was 25 years of age and was among the boys who left for Camp Lewis on the 27th of June, and later transferred to California and sailed for France in August. The message did not state at what time he was wounded, just the plain statement that he had died from wounds. He had two other brothers in the service, two in the navy and one in training camp who is now discharged and at home. The news came doubly sad as it was so long after peace had been declared. We extend to Mrs. Shearer and other relatives our sincere sympathy in their sad affliction.

Payette Enterprise
January 16, 1919
STARK, SARAH ESTELLA
FLU CLAIMS ESTELLA STARK

This community was greatly saddened when it was learned that Estella Stark who had been teacher on upper Crane creek, had passed away at the William Walker home, last Saturday, a victim of influenza. She had been ill with the disease for several days and seemed to be improving, but took a relapse and passed away at three o'clock Saturday afternoon, Jan. 11th, 1919. Estella was one of the most popular and highly esteemed young ladies of Payette, having spent most of her life in this community. She was a graduate from the Payette High school, a member of the Presbyterian church, and a friend to all who knew her. She was 32 years, 2 months and 13 days old at the time of her death. The body was brought to Lauera undertaking parlors at Payette, a distance of about 65 miles by auto truck on Sunday. The funeral was held Tuesday afternoon at the Riverside cemetery conducted by Rev. M. D. Mead, pastor of the Presbyterian church.

Besides a father and mother, Mr. and Mrs. W. R. Stark, she leaves to mourn her early departure six sisters, Mrs. Charley McCrea of Vale, Oregon, Mrs. Paul Fife of Pasco, Washington, Mrs. Dorman of Boise, Mrs. Sanders of Idaho Falls, Mrs. V. L. Roberts of Payette and Reta Stark, the youngest sister who is at home, and one brother, Harry Stark, of Butte, Montana, who was the only one unable to be present at funeral. We extend to the bereaved family our heartfelt sympathy in their sad hour of affliction. (Riverside Cemetery)

Payette Enterprise
Thursday, January 23, 1919
HOWARD, SARAH ELIZABETH
MRS. J. K. HOWARD

Sarah Elizabeth Killingsworth was born in Alabama, November 25, 1943, and died at her home near Payette January 17, 1919 at 8 a.m.

While a small child, moved to Illinois with her parents and when quite young became a member of the Methodist church, to which she has lived close to the faith until the time of her death. When at the age of 18 years she was married to Joseph Kelly Howard. To this union 12 children were born, five boys and seven girls. Five of these children have preceded her to the Great Beyond, and all but one son of the remaining seven children are married and gone from home. There are several grandchildren and a few great-grandchildren, all of whom, with the husband, will greatly miss the loving words and kindly deeds of a wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother, who for the last 58 years has walked side by side with her husband, ever bearing her share of the cares of life without a complaint, always mindful of a mother's duty, every ready to aid with the blessings of a mother's hand.

During Mrs. Howard's last sickness everything was done that loving hands could do. She was conscious to the last and passed peacefully away at ten minutes past 8 Saturday morning, January 17th.

Funeral services were held at the Methodist church Saturday afternoon at 2:30, conducted by Rev. H. K. Wallis, where a large number of friends followed to the Riverside cemetery where the body was laid to rest. (Riverside Cemetery)

Payette Enterprise
Thursday, January 23, 1919
BRADT, ANDREW
Andrew W. Bradt, who has been an invalid for many years, passed away at a Boise sanatorium Friday, January 17th, and was brought to Payette that evening for burial. The funeral services were held at Boise at Fry & Summers undertaking parlor, conducted by H. J. Reynolds, pastor of the Christian church at that place, and at Payette short services were conducted Saturday afternoon at the Riverside cemetery by Rev. Thomas Ashworth, rector of the Episcopal church.

Mr. Bradt has been afflicted with locomotor ataxia for years and has endured his affliction with a great degree of patience, and death came as a relief to his suffering. He was 59 years of age and leaves to mourn his departure an aged mother, Mrs. Mary N. Bradt, a sister, Mrs. W. S. Brundage, both of Boise. (Riverside Cemetery)

Payette Enterprise
Thursday, January 23, 1919
COFFEY, ISAAC MELTON
Isaac Melton Coffey was born at Lenore, North Carolina, November 5, 1858, and died at Payette, January 20, 1919, aged 61 years, 1 month and 15 days. At the age of ten years he moved with his parents to Climax, Mo. On June 10th, 1880 he was united in marriage to Miss Susan Francis Brooks. To this union 12 children were born, seven of whom are still living. Mr. Coffey moved with his family to Payette in 1893 where he has continued to live until the time of his death. He became a member of the Baptist Church at the age of ?, and has lived true to the faith to the end. Funeral services were held at the Baptist Church Tuesday afternoon conducted by Rev. Swartz. Interment was made in the Riverside cemetery. (Riverside Cemetery)

Payette Enterprise
Thursday, January 23, 1919
HARTLEY, MARTHA
Word was received that Mrs. Ellis Hartley passed away at her home at Council, from pneumonia following the flu. The kindest of sympathy from a host of friends goes out to Ellis Hartley and the children in this their sad hour. There are three little ones left with the father and her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Hanson and brother and sister at Council.

Note: Martha E. "Mattie" Hanson Hartley was born 6-6-1890 and died 1-14-1919. She is buried at the IOOF Cemetery, Council, Idaho.(ch)

Payette Enterprise
Thursday, January 30, 1919
BIGELOW, DEWITT A.
INFLUENZA CLAIMS YOUNG MAN

The body of Dewitt A. Bigelow, eldest son of Mr. and Mrs. Millard F. Bigelow, arrived in Payette Sunday morning from Oxbow, Oregon, where the young man had been for several months working in the mining camp, and was taken sick while there and passed away after but a few days illness. Dewitt was a young man full of ambition and after registering, for service in the army and was exempted to be called at any time, went to work at the mining camp near Oxbow, where it would be convenient to return when called. He was taken with influenza about a week ago and passed away January 25th at the age of 19 years, 3 months and 2 days. He was a graduate from the high school at Woodburn, Oregon, in 1917, and shortly after came with his parents to Payette, wher he made many firends among the younger people who will regret his early departure in life.

Besides a father and mother he leaves to mourn his death two brothers, Dwight E. and Russell M., and two sisters Blanch and Belva, all of whom are living at home. Funeral services were conducted by Rev. H. K. Wallis at Riverside cemetery Monday afternoon at 4 P.M., where the body was laid to rest. (Riverside Cemetery)

Payette Enterprise
Thursday, January 30, 1919
MILTON, BAILEY
DEATH OF MILTON BAILEY

Mr. Milton Bailey passed away at his home on North Sixth street Friday January 24th at 2:30, after a continued illness of about four years, and during the last eight months was confined to the house with intense suffering. Mr. Bailey was born near Indianapolis, Ind., March 18th, 1845; when quite young moved with his parents to Illinois; in 1871 moved to Nebraska where he took up a homestead and three years later was united in marriage to Miss Mary Catherine Zahaller. To this union four daughters were born; one died in infancy. Mr. and Mrs. Bailey remained on their homestead in Nebraska until April 1910, at which time they moved to Payette where they have resided until the time of his death. Mr. Bailey united with the Christian Church early in life, and later became a member of the Methodist church and has continually lived a Christian life. He has been a kind and gentle husband and father, and has won the respect of all who have known him where ever he has lived. He bore his long continued sickness with patience, ever looking forward to the hour when the death angel would come to his relief. He leaves to mourn his death a wife and three daughters; the daughters are Mrs. Charley B. Scott, living on the old homestead in Nebraska, Mrs. W. H. Mullin of Ontario, Oregon, and Melessa Mullen, the youngest, who is at home with her mother.

Funeral service was held at the home Monday afternoon at 2 P.M., conducted by Rev. H. K. Wallis. Interment was made at Riverside cemetery. (Riverside Cemetery)

Payette Enterprise
Thursday, February 06, 1919
WILLIAMS, CARRIE
MRS. CARRIE WILLIAMS

Carrie Thornbus was born at Morrison, Maine, June 12th, 1848. At the age of 20 was married to Benjamin Brown who died four years later. To this union three children were born, one died in infancy. In 1874 she was married to Thomas Williams who preceded her in death twelve years ago. To this union two children were born, Benjamin Williams of Nebraska and Ida Williams who came to Payette with her mother twelve years ago and has had the constant care during her long siege of sickness. Mrs. Williams was a kind woman and a good neighbor, and during her residence in Payette has made many warm friends who will grieve at her departure, and extend sympathy to the daughter who is left alone. (Riverside Cemetery)

Card of Thanks

I wish to thank the many friends who so kindly gave their help during the sickness and death of my dear mother. MRS. IDA WILLIAMS

Payette Enterprise
Thursday, February 13, 1919
RIX, W. H.
DIED AT O.S.L. DEPOT

W. H. Rix of Weiser died at the O.S.L. depot in Payette last Monday evening. He had been engaged by O. W. Porter to go to Letah to assist in the care of some sheep and left Weiser that morning, arriving at Letah a few hours later, and was taken suddenly ill. A doctor was summoned from Emmett who advised his return to Weiser, and while at the depot in Payette was taken worse and a doctor from here was called but arrived too late to render any assistance and death ensued a few minutes later. The body was taken to Wood and Spaulding's Undertaking parlor, and Tuesday morning was shipped to Weiser for burial. Deceased was 67 years of age and leaves a wife and one son living in Weiser.

Payette Enterprise
Thursday, February 27, 1919
WALKER, CARROL ANSON
LITTLE CARROL ANSON

Little Carrol Anson, youngest son of Mrs. Florence Walker, met with sudden death at Cascade last Saturday while playing in the switch yards of the logging camp last Saturday afternoon. It is supposed that he attempted to cross in front of a moving car and was struck on the head and chest causing instant death. He was picked up by one of the work men after the moving car had crossed over the body.

Mr. and Mrs. Walker went to Cascade several months ago and have been employed as cooks at the camp near where the accident happened. Little Carrol was a sweet child and the pet of the family. He was four years, seven months and four days old at the time of his death and his sudden and untimely departure brings sadness to many a heart. The body was brought to Payette Monday, the funeral was held from Lauers undertaking parlors Tuesday afternoon conducted by Rev. Thomas Ashworth. Interment was made at Riverside cemetery beside his father, and twin brother who preceded him about a year ago. He leaves to mourn his loss, a step-father, mother and two older brothers besides other relatives who have the tender sympathy of many friends. (Riverside Cemetery)

Payette Enterprise
Thursday, February 27, 1919
CLEVENGER, Minnie Belle
MRS. G. W. CLEVENGER

The people of Payette, and particularly the old time residences were grieved to learn of the death of Mrs. G. W. Clevenger which occurred at her home in Burns, Oregon Monday evening February 17th. Mrs. Clevenger had just recovered from a two month siege of typhoid fever, when it became necessary for her to undergo 2 operations from which she did not recover. The body was brought to Payette where the funeral was held, Feb. 22nd conducted by Rev. Ward. Interment was made at the Riverside cemetery, beside a little daughter who preceded her many years ago. It will be remembered by the old residents of Payette that Mr. Clevenger was married to Miss Minnie Belle Johnson about 27 years ago and lived on sixth for several years and about the year 1901 moved to Vale where they lived for two years and from there to Burns where they have continued to live until the time of her death. There were born to them three children, one passed away when quite small. The two living are Gearry Clevenger age 14 years and a married daughter Mrs. Osae Walker, both live at Burns. (Riverside Cemetery)

Mr. Clevenger is a brother of Mrs. P. E. Short.

During the time Mr. and Mrs. Clevenger lived in Payette they made many warm friends who will truly sympathize with the bereaved husband and children who will keenly feel the loss of a kind wife and mother.

Payette Enterprise
Thursday, February 27, 1919
MOORE, LEE E.
Company K361st Infantry
American E. F. A. P. O. 77
8th January, 1919
From Commanding officer, Company K, 361st Infantry
To: Mr. Charlie Moore, Haily, Idaho
Subject - Private, Lee E. Moore, deceased

I regret to state that Private, Lee E. Moore, 2258187 Company K, 361st infantry, was killed in action in the Meuse-Argoane Offensive, near the town of Gesnes, France, on October 9, 1918. Private Moore was an Automatic Rifle Gunner. In the advance on Hill 255, he was struck by the fragment of a bursted shell, killing him instantly.

Private Moore was buried on the battlefield, and refer you to the Chief Graves Registration Bureau, American E.F., for correct location of grave.

I extend to you the entire sympathy of myself, and the men of this Company. You have the consolation that Private Moore died, honorably, while executing his duty as a soldier.

Curtiss R. Gilbert, Cap. 361st Infantry, Comdg. Co

The above letter was received by L. C. Moore from his son at Haley, Idaho.

Payette Enterprise
Thursday, February 27, 1919
GRAY, J. W.
PASSES AWAY

After suffering intensely for the last eight months, Mrs. J. W. Gray passed away quietly Feb. 18 at 7 p.m. at the home of her daughter Mrs. Reeder at Halfway, Oregon.

Payette Enterprise
Thursday, March 06, 1919
EDGECOMB, ORLO
ORLO EDGECOMB DROWNED IN FRANCE

Mrs. E. W. Madson received the sad news last Friday from her father, Mr. Edgecomb, who lives in Missouri Valley, Iowa of the death of her brother Orlo Edgecomb who lost his life by drowning January 2nd while in the service in France. No details have been learned.

The news of the death of Mr. Edgecomb comes as a shock to the people of this vicinity where he has lived for the past nine years and where by his sterling character and splendid business ability has made friends of all who knew him. He was a young man of excellent habit, a college graduate and a credit to the community, and it is with a great degree of sadness that we learned of his sudden and untimely death.

Orlo Hadsell Edgecomb was born Dec. 23rd, 1882 in Missouri Valley, Iowa. He was educated in the Missouri Valley school and later graduated from the State Agricultural college at Ames, Iowa. Came to Payette in 1910, and together with Mr. and Mrs. Madson purchased a 20 acre tract on the Payette bench, and in 1915 was made head miller of the Payette Mills where by his ability had a great part in building up a splendid business for the milling co. and from which position he resigned to enlist in the service of the United States.

He enlisted at Omaha, Nebraska, Feb. 6th, 1918 in the Avation Signel Corps and went overseas June first 1918, and died from drowning Jan. 2nd, 1919.

He leaves a father and mother, Mr. and Mrs. A. Edgecomb of Missouri Valley, Iowa, two brothers, E. E. Edgecomb of New York City, Rex Edgecomb of Omaha, Nebraska and a sister, Mrs. E. W. Madson of near Payette. He was a member of the Masonic Fraternity of Payette and also a member of the Y.M.C.A.

Payette Enterprise
Thursday, March 13, 1919
TURNER, RETTIE CLARA
MRS. J. E. TURNER PASSED AWAY

Just before going to press the sad news came to us announcing the death of Mrs. J.E. Turner which occured at an early hour this morning, at their home on Payette Hights. Funeral services will be held from the Presbyterian church Saturday afternoon at 2 p.m.

An appropriate obituary will be published in this paper next week.

Payette Enterprise (Thursday, March 20, 1919)
MRS. J.E. TURNER

Rettie Clara (Mrs. J. E.) Turner -- Mother of Edward, Dorothy and John Turner

The entire community has been keeping love watch and hoping against hope these many weeks during which Mrs. Turner fought the losing fight against disease. So it is merely marking a date to say her spirit left the body in the early morning of Thursday, March 13, 1919. Services in her honor were held in the Presbyterian church Saturday afternoon. Not many of us can expect to have at our departure so great a number of people helpless to tell their mingled sorrow and joy, as there were in this case: because not many are living so loftily, so deeply, and so comprehensively. A few of her intimate friends wrote down one thought each to be woven into the address at the services. These are words they used: "Inspirer to all that is best, leader, counsellor, comforter, one of God's noble women, my friend, queen of an ideal home, saintly in motherhood."

To evoke such praise means an outpouring of vital energy, enough most of us think, for any woman. But it is rare to find another who maintained interest in so many good things outside the community and home. Hers was an international mind in the best sense of the word. She demanded "the open door" into all lands, nor for their mines, their forests, their wealth of soil, things to be exploited for profit to the exploiter. She was as well informed about these as any well read woman, but they did not engage her interest. What she saw and felt concerning the far off lands was people -- swarming millions of people, so destitute of the things we enjoy so lavishly -- yea so destitute of the word of life which we so often neglect because of its very familiarity. She accepted a "manditory" from God for every sin laden people under the sun. On the walls of "That more stately mansion which her soul builded for itself," were lined faces, black, brown, and yellow faces, sad, weary, wretched faces, having no hope and "without God in the world." She bore them up to the throne of grace in intercessory prayer -- that most exhausting of all soul exercises. For her prayers were not of the "God-help-them-but-don't-trouble-me sort. As treasurer she set a standard of stewardship for the Missionary People of the Presbyterian church, by which they will be measured so long as any of the present generation are left to do any measuring. And not only did she make her life felt in the local work. The Presbyterian Missionary committee, of which, she was vice-president (elected president, but unable to accept on account of war work at the time) declare their personal esteem, and they say "in all planning for our missionary work we depended on her judgment and found it invariable reliable. Her death is an overwhelming loss in our work."

She had just pride in her ancestry, of which much might be said. But there was one event in which she felt boundless pride. It was when her Preacher Grandfather took and maintained a stand against fellowship with church members who held slaves. It was on the border line between North and South. His congregation forsook him for the most part. The missionary society that sent him out repudiated their promise for support, and the demonination behind it endorsed the repudiation. But he lived to see the whole denomination making it their highest boast, that they led in helping the black man. In the bad days of France Voltaire was asked, "why can not a Frenchman found a religion as well as the half-mythical Syrian of eighteen centuries ago?" The reply was "You can. All that is necessary is to get yourself crucified for a faith which, later, every body will recognize as the truth." The Congregational denomination did not crucify Grandfather Seward in 1843, but they turned him out to starve for all they cared. And, Lo, the American Missionary Association, which arose to back men of his vision, has become their society which more nearly than any other fulfills the scripture, "the poor have the Gospel preached to them." It was Mrs. Turner's good fortune to have such an ancestry. But is her own glory that she fixed upon this heroic Americanism as the most valued memory.

But her interest in the distressed folks of three continents could not confuse her as to the essential things. Reference has been made to her place in her home. But to pass it by with a mere reference would be a cruel falsehood. She never permitted anything to take precedence over her business - for to her it was the business - of Motherhood. Children at the mother's knee eagerly hearing about God's great men and women, was no fairy tale with her. It was a Sacrament. Yes, a Sacrament, which would have saved the world from its welter of woe, had it been kept as she kept it. For mentioning this there is a reason beyond the matter of speaking her praise more fully. The home a sanctuary, where the members meet God and recognize him as rightful Lord is the only thing that can save the earth from being a shambles. There is the making of character that can be counted on for the maintenance of the righteousness whereon peace can stand permanently. The greatest minds of the churches are wrestling with the question "how to bring the Salvation that is in Christ," into the troubled affairs of man. Many things suggest themselves as probably beneficial. But this one thing is recognized as essential. We must have homes where parents consistently set God in the Highest place of worth to their children, or we will have homes that in effect say, "the law of God is a secondary thing, look somewhere else for the real good."

It was because she had not neglected this that last September she could kiss her boy good-bye to go and put on the uniform of the nation and say to him "I have no advice to give you now. You know what I expect of you. Make good in that."

Mrs. Height, mother of Mrs. Turner was present with her several weeks before the end came. Two of her girl-hood friends Mrs. Gooding and Mrs. Whitenock have their homes in Shoshone and came to be at the funeral services. Mr. and Mrs. Rough also came down from Baker.

It would be difficult to overstate the evidences of sympathy, and love shown at the church as well as at the home. When nothing else can utter our feelings, we call to our help the most beautiful things God has put at our disposal, and send flowers to speak for us. There was nothing possible more than was done in that way. Everybody was in readiness, eager to be of help. And while no one's assistance was more valued than others, there is warrant for speaking especially of the contribution made to the service by the Boys Glee club, led by Mr. Neilson. They have not done much in a public way as yet, but their singing was a delight to all who heard it on that occasion.

This life sketch being practically a resume of her Pastor's address may as well conclude with the words that were made the finale of that.

"Oh, may I join the choir invisible
Of those immortal dead who live again
In minds made better by their presence; live
In pulses stirred to generosity -
In deeds of daring rectitude,
This is life to come,
Which Martyred men have made more glorious
for us to strive to follow, May I reach
That purest heaven; be to other souls
The cup of strength in some great agony;
Enkindle generous ardor, feed pure love;
Beget the smiles that have no cruelty -
Be the sweet presence of a good diffused
And in diffusion every more intense
so shall I join the Choir invisible
Whose music is the gladness of the world." (Riverside Cemetery)

Payette Enterprise
Thursday, March 13, 1919
JOHNSON, ROSY
Mrs. Rosy Johnson

Last Thursday afternoon at the Methodist church occurred the funeral of Mrs. Rosy Johnson wife of Mr. W. A. Johnson. Her death occured at her home a mile and half north east of Payette. Though she and her husband lived in this vicinity only about a year and a half she had endeared herself to all who became acquainted with her. She was but thirty-five years of age and it would seem that she was called in the prime of life. She was a close Bible student and for years had lived in intimate fellowship with her Savior. The old home is unspeakable lonesome but she has been translated to the Home Above.

Besides her husband, she leaves to mourn her loss two sisters, Mrs. Ida Condit of Portland, Ore., and Mrs. Lily Lawrence of San Jose, Calif.; also four brothers, William Luce of Portland, Ore., Daniel Luce of Vancouver, B.C., George Luce of Fortuna, Cal., and Henry Luce of Payette, Idaho. (Riverside Cemetery)

Payette Enterprise
Thursday, March 27, 1919
TAYLOR, G. I.
FATHER DIES IN CALIFORNIA
G.I. Taylor

A. F. Taylor and family returned last week from Sawtelle, Cal., where they were called on account of his father's serious sickness and death. He arrived in time to talk with his father before he passed away. G. I. Taylor was a resident of Payette for 6 years coming here from Utah. He has been in poor health for many years. He and Mrs. Taylor have spent the winters in California for three years. He leaves a wife who returned with her son, A. F. Taylor to Payette. Mrs. Minnie Hamilton the daughter who is in New York and four grandchildren mourn his loss. Mr. Taylor was a very conscientious man and highly respected by all who knew him.

Payette Enterprise
Thursday, April 10, 1919
ADAMS, CHARLENE
Little Charlene Adams, aged 14 months and 10 days, youngest daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Alfred Adams from the Emmett slope, died at Mrs. Adams' sister, Mrs. L. Z. Schubert's home in Fruitland about one o'clock Wednesday afternoon of bronchial pneumonia.

The funeral services were held in the Christian church in Payette Thursday after which the little body was laid to rest in Riverside cemetery. Besides the parents there is left to mourn one sister Olive. The bereaved ones have the sympathy of many friends. (Riverside Cemetery)

Note: According to the Idaho Death Index, Charlene was born January 17, 1918 and died April 4, 1919. ch

Payette Enterprise
Thursday, April 17, 1919
MULLER, CHARLES FREDERICK
COL C. F. MULLER

Charles Frederick Muller was born in Philadelphia on January 11, 1844. The early part of his life was spent in the immediate vicinity of Philadelphia. In 1870 he was united in marriage to Lucie Branen Randall of Brockport, New York. Two daughters were born to this union -- Lucile Muller Morgan who is living at present in Rio Janeiro, Brazil, and Maud Muller Clements, wife of Dr. Melbourn Clements, U.S. N., Chief Medical officer on the S. S. Wilhelmina.

In 1900 he was married to Margaret Whittaker of Philadelphia. Of this marriage there was born one son, Charles F. Muller Jr., who is now attending Moran school at Rolling Bay, Washington.

For twelve years, from 1897 to 1909 Colonel Muller lived in France, as the executor of the estate of his uncle, Dr. Thomas Evans, the renowned American dentist of Paris.

After a year and a half of travel in the United States following residence abroad, he came to Payette in 1911 in the interest of an irrigation project on Oregon Slope and then became interested in Payette, erecting the cold storage plant, one of the largest and best of its kind in the entire Northwest.

Colonel Muller was a member of the Ohio Commandery of the Military Order of Loyal Legion. He was department commander of the G.A.R. of Tennessee and had never severed his connection with his Post at Chattanooga, Tenn.

Mrs. Muller and Junior left with the body Monday morning for Philadelphia where interment will take place in Woodlands Cemetery.

Colonel Muller's life was purposeful four score years, rich in worldwide experience and full of service of struggle and achievement. There was no pause in his virile activities until the end suddenly came.

The rich life of Colonel Muller covered an equally rich period of his country's history. The scene of his youthful activity was the old historic city of Philadelphia, and while he was a boy many of the political giants of our history were still alive and Philadelphia was the center of political activity. His boyhood and young manhood were passed amid the storms of a great argument, made necessary by the silence of our Constitution as to the nature of the Union. To our minds, cleared of the hot temper of time, that age seems an unhappy time; but it was a good age in which to be born, for men were in earnest about deep, vital things. It was, indeed, an age of passion, but of passion based on principle and enthusiasm and deep loyalties - and it made men, for men then counted their ideals as of more value than their lives and they kept faith with their ideals. Indeed, it was a good age in which to be born.

Colonel Muller was but a boy of 17 when the great drama, fate-driven and fate-determined, passed from argument into grim war, and he himself, at that early age of 17 caught in the grip of that same fate, played the part of a man and a soldier. No wonder he was a man of high purpose and ideals. He had reached young manhood when the storm had passed and despair had smitten so many souls, but he was a young man of heart and courage and he set himself to make good in life.

The most vivid characteristic of the man during the late world war and since was his intense and complete Americanism.

His home was of the ideal American type where loving and thoughtful consideration and equality of interest are the fundamentals of family life. He was more than husband and father in his home - he was friend and companion, appreciating with a rare understanding the problems of wife and children. Knowing the value of a good woman's influence, he made his wife his confidant and true helpmate.

As a friend, he was loyal and true, and while he admitted but few to the inner sanctuary of his friendship, he was admired and respected by all.

He was a public spirited citizen, interested to the end in the welfare of his fellow beings. One of his closest friends said of him, "He was a man of the finest fiber I have met."

Frank and upright in character, kind and considerate, but positive and outspoken, there was nothing in his life in Payette, that did not square with his convictions. We shall remember him as a dignified, courtly, Christian gentleman -- one whose motives were pure, whose oath was straight and who never shirked from what he considered duty. His life and character in Payette will survive as a wholesome memory.

Payette Enterprise
Thursday, April 24, 1919
WALKINGTON, ALBERTINE ANN
PASSING OF MOTHER WALKINGTON

Alberton(should be Albertine) Ann Walkington, died at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Burt Venable, in this city, at 4 o'clock on the morning of April 17th. Had she lived until the 24th day of the present month she would have reached her 87th years. For a long time she had been a helpless invalid, having been for 13 years confined to her room and the constant care of her daughter who knew no sacrifice imposed by filial duty.

Mother Walkington was born at Georgetown, Ohio, and spent her early life in that state. She was reared in the Methodist faith, to which she sted fastly adhered throughout the vicissitudes of a long life-time the latter part of which was attended by pitiable invalidism and much suffering. She was the last of her immediate family and is survived by only a daughter and son Mrs. Burt Venable of Payette, and Mr. W. C. Boyer of Silver Creek, Neb. She leaves five grandchildren and six great-grandchildren.

A simple but impressive funeral service was conducted from the Methodist Episcopal church Easter Sunday at 1:30 o'clock, Rev. Wallace, the pastor, officiating. The pall bearers were Messrs. E. S. Pence and I. L. Thurston, grandson-in-laws of the deceased Clyde Thurson, Lloyd Pence, J.A. Lauer and Rex Bradshaw, to whom the aged woman had long been devoted. (Riverside Cemetery)

Payette Enterprise
Thursday, May 01, 1919
CULBERTSON, MILDRED NELLIE
COMMUNITY RECEIVES SHOCK

The people of the Community were greatly shocked when it was learned that Mrs. L. L. Culbertson had passed away at the Weiser Hospital on last Monday evening. She was taken suddenly with appendicitis on Sunday and taken to the hospital where an operation was performed about six o'clock in the evening and on Monday evening she passed away seemingly without suffering. The body was brought to Payette where the funeral services was held from the Methodist church conducted by Rev. H. K. Wallis. Interment was made in the Riverside cemetery.

Mildred Nellie Chapman was born October 15th, 1889, at Copeville, Wyoming and when but a small child moved wtih her parents to Payette where she has continued to live until January 1, 1916.

She was united in marriage to l. L. Culbertson and moved to their ranch on Payette Oregon slope and a few weeks ago moved to Weiser.

Mildred was a girl loved and respected by all who knew her. She was noted for her kindness to others, she was a model in the community with but few her equal and her early departure will be keenly felt by many friends.

Besides a husband and infant child, she leaves to mourn her death a father and mother, Mr. and Mrs. S. E. Chapman of Wendle, Idaho, and a brother Irving Chapman of Caldwell. The sympathy of the entire community is extended to the berieved relatives. (Riverside Cemetery)

Payette Enterprise
Thursday, May 22, 1919
AMICK, BERTIE
MRS. EARL J. AMICK

Mrs. Earl J. Amick died Sunday morning at her home near Fruitland.

Bertie Liggett was born at Howard county, Mo., January 12, 1884, and died Sunday, May 18, 1919.

She was married October 20, 1903 to Earl J. Amick to which union 6 children were born, four girls and two boys the eldest and youngest. Mrs. Amick and family came to Fruitland last September with the hopes that the change of climate would benefit her health. When a girl sixteen years of age she united with the Church of Christ and has lived a beautiful christian life.

Besides the husband and children she leaves a mother Mrs. Liggett who with a sister Mrs. C. J. Swearedgen live here. The funeral was held Monday at her home. Elder Shelby Smith, borther-in-law of Mr. Amick, conducted the service, after which the remains of the loved one was laid to rest in the pretty little cemetery at New Plymouth. (Parkview Cemetery)

Payette Enterprise
Thursday, May 22, 1919
RODGERS, RUTH
MRS. RODGERS PASSES AWAY

Prominent Fruitland Woman Succumbs to Grim Reaper after long illness

Mrs. Ruth Rodgers, who suffered from a paralytic stroke about a month ago, passed away peacefully at the Rodgers home at an early hour Thursday morning. following is a brief resume of a long and eventful life:

Ruth Bailey Gregg was born in Charmichals, Pennsylvania, in the year 1834 and died May 15, 1919, at her home in Fruitland. At the time of her death she had attained the age of 84 years, 6 months and 27 days.

In the year 1855 she became the wife of Alexander Rodgers and they went to Iowa a part of the Great American desert at that time.

Two sons were born to them before the Civil War broke out at which time Mrs. Rodgers returned to her father's home in Pennsylvania while Mr. Rodgers fought with the northern army.

After four years they again took up their life in the mid-west seeming to mend their broken fortunes and rear their family. Five children were born to them after the war, making a family of seven, four of whom are yet living. Now, ofter an unusually long, active and happy life, Mrs. Rogers will be laid to rest beside her husband in the beautiful cemetery near their former home at Wymore, Nebraska.

Mrs. Graham Park wand two little sons left Monday morning on the early train to accompany the remains of her mother to her last resting place.

The funeral services were held Sunday afternoon at 3 o'clock on the lawn at her home. Rev. Chas. McCoard of the Methodist church and Rev. Ford M. Burtch of the Baptist Church officiating.

Payette Enterprise
Thursday, May 22, 1919
WILSON, MARGARET JANE
Margaret Jane Conway was born in Butler county April 25, 1856 and died Wednesday, May 14. She was married to A. T. Wilson Aug. 13, 1877, to this union 7 children were born, six living one dying in infancy. Mrs. Wilson was taken ill with pneumonia a month ago which developed quickly into tubercolosis.

She with her husband and son and daughter came to Fruitland last January. Since a little girl about sixteen years of age she has been a member of the Church of Christ. She leaves beside the husband and daughter Miss Lillie, and son Oscar, who were here with her a son Loinel and daughters Addie, and Odilah of Kentucky, and Miss Lena Wilson who arrived Monday from Louisville, Kentucky.

Elder Shelby Smith conducted the funeral services in the Church of Christ, Saturday. Burial was made at New Plymouth. (Parkview Cemetery)

Payette Enterprise
Thursday, June 19, 1919
BLAKESLEY, MARION GARDINER

Wife of E. W. Blakesley, died at the home on first Avenue south in the early hours of Saturday, June 14th, and was buried Sunday afternoon. It profits little to use superlative sentences in an obituary notice. People who have known the deceased have no need of them, and those who have not known her will pay scant attention to them. And yet there is nothing but words by which to express feeling and appreciation. And there is little danger going beyond the truth in any thing we may say to the praise of Mrs.. Blakesley. The things that are pure, just, kind, lovely and of good report, those things she thot upon and sought to put them into deeds. She not only "Hoped that God was love indeed and love Creation's final law." She believed it in the same sense that a traveler believes in the buoyancy of water to carry the great ship. Her interests ranged wide but they looked for no wealth or value except that of people being re-made into the likeness of Christ Jesus. This one thing she did --sought to make the kingdom of God a reality in this present world. Never in her life was she found ranged with the forces of evil, but always with the forces of righteousness. It is as true of her as it was of Abraham, "God could reveal His utmost purpose to her, seeing she ordered her household aright." Her husband and four children who remain among us sorely bereaved are sustained by the perfect assurance that whatever there is of future reward for the faithful of earth, is already become her possession.

From our mortal point of view there is an extra tinge of sadness that the death angel came for her this month instead of next. Twenty-seven days more and she with her husband would have reached the fiftieth anniversary of their wedding day. But Gods plans are not by our calendars, and she passed on a little too early for the celebration that was to have been. Loving memory will take the place of personal presence when the day arrives.

The funeral services, at the house were brief and simple as she had requested. The roses of Junetime never lent themselves more lavishly to express love than when they garlanded her casket and her burial mound. The family was grateful indeed, that it was so beautifully done. (Riverside Cemetery)

Payette Enterprise
Thursday, July 03, 1919
GARDNER, FRANCIS B.
Francis B. Gardner was born near Rock Island, Illinois in 1857 and died at his home on the farm north of Payette, June 26th, 1919, aged 62 years, 3 months and 26 days. He leaves a wife and seven children all of whom were present at the funeral, except one son who resides in Colorado and was unable to come. The sudden death of Mr. Garnder came as a great shock to his family and many friends. He was in his usual health, and was stricken while at work in the yard near the home. Mr. Gardner was a member of the Christian church, having joined with that body in Colorado.

He was a great home man, and a kind neighbor. He will be greatly missed by all. The funeral was by auto from the home Sunday, afternoon (several unreadable words) church at 4 o'clock. The services were conducted by Rev. N. H. Farnham of the Church of God. The E. E. Parsons' Quartette rendered very appropriate hymns. The remains were laid to rest in Riverside. The family has the sympathy of the community in their bereavement. (Riverside Cemetery)

Tho, the sun shines just as brightly
As in the days gone by,
In our home there is a shadow
Clouded seems our summer sky.

Tho, the birds are singing sweetly,
And the breezes gently blow,
We can hardly catch their music
Or their sweet influence know.

Father, how we all shall miss you,
While we know that you are gone
To the land whence no returning.
We can only follow on.

No more we await your coming
Hear your footsteps at the door,
Listen for your call at evening,
As we did in days of yore.

Yet while we are bowed in sorrow
And with tears our eyes are dim,
We would list the savior's message
And as children come to him.

God He was and came to suffer
That our suffering he might share
Tasted death - that cup so bitter-
All our bitterness to bear.

Father, all your work is ended,
And your weary form laid low,
Rest, dear one, and wait our coming
When our call come soft and low.

Payette Enterprise
Thursday, July 24, 1919
LYONS, P. J.
Mr. P. J. Lyon of Minneapolis, Minn, aged 59 years, died in Ontario hospital Wednesday afternoon about 4 o'clock. Mr. Lyon came here accompanied by his wife and daughter, Miss May Lyon, July 6, and was taken directly to the hospital. He became better and spent several days at the Park ranch which he was owner of, but Wednesday morning he was not so well so returned to the hospital.

Mr. Lyon owned 120 acres near Fruitland - the Park ranch, and a 20-acre ranch across from the Geo. Childs' ranch. He was well known as the president of the Hull Tractor Manufacturing plant at Minneapolis. Mr. Lyon has visited here a number of times. He leaves besides his wife, four children, Mrs. H. R. Frost and Russell of Spokane, and Misses Helen and May.

Mrs. Lyons and daughter left Thursday for Minneapolis with the remains.

Payette Enterprise
Thursday, July 31, 1919
ZAHLLER, JULIA ANN
The funeral of Mrs. Julia Ann Zahller occurred Tuesday afternoon the ceremony being at Lauer Bros. Undertaking parlors and the interment being at the local cemetery, Rev. Wallis officiating.

The deceased was born in Ashland County, Ohio in 1847. In 1856 she moved to the state of Illinois and in 1868 was married to Mr. Zahller.

In 1908 these people moved to Idaho which has been their home since that time. Last year they went to visit a son who lives near Portland and it was there that the death of Mrs. Zahller occurred.

The two daughters have preceded her; the husband and three sons survive.

This family has won the highest respect of all who knew them and we desire to extend sincere sympathy to the bereaved.

Mrs. Zahller was of a bright and kindly disposition and of a sympathetic nature. After her own children became grown she sought to exert motherly influences upon other peoples children. Her chief virtue was in being a home maker. When she was called it was a call to a better home -- a home eternal in the heavens. (Riverside Cemetery)

"That unchangeable home is for you and for me.
Where Jesus of Nazareth stands;
The king of all kingdoms forever is He,
And He holdeth our crowns in his hands."

Payette Enterprise
Thursday, September 04, 1919
PUCHERT, ALVINA RUTH
The entire community was shocked when the news was received on Sunday evening that Miss Alvina Ruth Puchert had that evening passed away. Miss Puchert was a member of the last High School graduating class and was known and loved by a host of friends most of whom had not known that she was will. She was born April 27, 1900 near Idaho Springs, Colorado. She lived with her parents for some years at Wood River, Nebraska, where at the age of 13, she united with the Methodist church. She came to Fruitland two years ago with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. M. Puchert. She was their only child, they having lost, fourteen years ago, their only son who died at the age of six. A strange coincidence is the fact that Miss Puchert was born in 1900, was 19 years of age, graduated in '19, with a class of 19 members. She was a beautiful Christian character in every sense of the word and the deep sympathy of every individual in the community goes out to the bereaved parents and other relatives. A half sister, Mrs. Dorothy Hendricks, lives at Cleo, Oklahoma. (She will be buried from the M.E. Church. The funeral announcements await word from Mrs. Henricks).

Payette Enterprise
Thursday, September 18, 1919
CHANNER, CHILD
CHILD DIED IN MOTHER'S ARMS

The eight months old child of Mr. and Mrs. O.D. Channer of Payette-Oregon slope, died very suddenly Sunday morning, presumably of heart failure. The little one had been suffering from a severe attack of whooping cough and on Saturday evening was quite bad. A little after midnight it became easier and went to sleep in the mothers arms and passed away some time later which was not discovered until about six o'clock in the morning when the mother awakened finding the child dead in her arms. Funeral services were held from the home Monday afternoon, conducted by Rev. Argyle Houser, pastor of the Church of God, and interment made in the Riverside Cemetery. Mr. and Mrs. Channer who but a few weeks ago moved to this community will have the sympathy of many friends in their sad bereavement. (Riverside Cemetery)

Payette Enterprise
Thursday, September 18, 1919
GRAY, FAY
Mrs. Fay Gray, youngest daughter of John L. Henshaw, died at a hospital in Astoria, Oregon, last Monday September 15th, following an operation. The body was brought to Payette Wednesday evening where the funeral services were held from Lauer's Undertaking Parlor, this forenoon at 11 o'clock, conducted by Rev. C. W. Buell, pastor of the Baptist Church at Payette. Interment was made in the Riverside Cemetery. Mrs. Gray was about 30 years of age. She leaves a husband and daughter ten years old, to mourn her untimely death. (Riverside Cemetery)

Payette Enterprise
Thursday, September 18, 1919
BRANHAM, BELLE
Word was received Friday that Mrs. Belle N. Branham had passed away that morning at the home of her sister in Boise. Mrs. Branham was born in Payette Valley and was for many years a member of the Payette Baptist church. She was a sister of Mrs. Chapman Williams and was well known here. Her death was unexpected, occurring after an illness of but three days duration. The funeral services were held Saturday in Boise at the Frye, Sommers and Crebs Undertaking Parlors, Rev. Charles H. Griffin of the First Baptist Church officiating. The body was interred Sunday at the Pioneer Cemetery at New Plymouth, Rev. Burtch of Fruitland conducting the burial services. She leaves one son, Frank. (New Plymouth Cemetery)

Payette Enterprise
Thursday, October 02, 1919
CRAM, CLIFFORD LEROY
Clifford Leroy Cram, the 6-months old son of Mr.. and Mrs. Roy Cram, died at the home of Mrs. Hattie Shafer Wednesday afternoon after an illness of three weeks with stomach and bowel trouble. Funeral services were held from Mrs. Shafer's home this (Thursday) afternoon, conducted by Rev. M.D. Reed, and interment made in Riverside cemetery.

When first taken sick, the little one was taken to the hospital for treatment and a few days ago brot to the home of Nurse Shafer where every possible care could be given but all to no avail. Mr. and Mrs. Cram will have the sympathy of many friends in their sad bereavement. (Riverside Cemetery)

Note: According to the Idaho Death Index Clifford Leroy Cram was born 3-31-1919 and died 10-1-1919. ch

Payette Enterprise
Thursday, October 09, 1919
LINDER, VERA MAGGIE
Vera Maggie Linder, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Thos. Linder, died at the home of her parents, Thursday October 2, age 4 years and 11 days. Death was due to convulsions caused by eating apples with a spray of arsenate of lead on them. The body was shipped to Midvale for burial.

Note: According to the Idaho Death Index, Vera Maggie Linder was born 9-21-1915 and died 10-2-1919. ch

Payette Enterprise
Thursday, October 09, 1919
BAKER, OLIVER W.
O. W. BAKER PASSES AWAY

Mr. O. W. Baker, living north of Payette, died very suddenly Monday night at his home following a stroke of apoplexy, age 62 years, 6 months and 14 days. He is survived by a widow and five children; one son living near his home, one son in Boise, two sons in Nebraska who came Thursday morning and one daughter in Nebraska who was unable to come. Funeral services will be held from the home, Friday afternoon, at 2 o'clock. Interment will be made in Riverside Cemetery. (Riverside Cemetery)

Note: According to the Idaho Death Index Oliver Warren Baker was born 3-22-1857 and died 10-6-1919. ch

Payette Enterprise
Thursday, October 23, 1919
MASONER, DAVID
KILLED BY MOVING TRAIN

Mr. David Masoner of this city passed away at the Ontario hospital Wednesday evening from injuries received about one o'clock Tuesday while on his way to the Association packing house where he was engaged at work. His home is on the west side of the track which necessitates his crossing the track in going to work and on Tuesday afternoon when reaching the railroad track, the local train was standing on the track with a small opening between two cars. Just as he attempted to pass between, the gap was closed for the purpose of connecting the train. The brakeman who was on the other side of the train while looking to see if the connection was made, noticed a man's cap on the track and immediately gave the signal to stop which was done within a few feet. It was discovered the unfortunate man had been knocked down and while not run over with the wheels of the car was badly bruised and bleeding about the face. Dr. Woodward, the railroad physician was immediately called and removed him to the office where it was discovered one leg was broken between the knee and the ankle, and three ribs broken besides being crushed about the chest. Temporary aid was rendered and then taken to the Ontario hospital in a special car which was arranged by Agent Johnson. Every aid was rendered that was within the power of the physicians and a special nurse employed, but owing to his advanced age it was all to no avail and at 9:30 o'clock Wednesday evening death came to his relief. So far as we have learned just before going to press no funeral arrangements have been made but a full account and an appropriate obituary will be published next week.

Payette Enterprise (Thursday, October 30, 1919)

OBITUARY

Mention was made last week of the accidental death of David Masoner. Funeral services were on Sunday afternoon at the Presbyterian church of which he had been long time a member. The number of people who came to express sympathy and appreciation, was a fine tribute to a man who never thot of himself as any more than a plain honest citizen. Probably none of those present thot differently; but the occasion made it more certain that in the final estimate it is the plain honest citizen that gets closest to our hearts.

He was just two days past, 71 when death took him. Missouri was the state of his infancy, but he followed the "advice" and moved west, to Kansas when she was yet bleeding; then to Montana before that vast territory had been admitted to statehood, and last to Idaho in 1907 where he completed his allotted time.

He was married to Lucy McFadden in Paola, Kansas, in 1875. Five children were born to them. One died in infancy, another, Mrs. Card was a victim of influenza last November. The other three, Harvey, Albert and Mrs. Lucy McPherson, were present also the son-in-law, Mr. Card, a sister, Mrs. Maurer, and an old time friend, Mr. Sandy, all of Boise. The "Grange" of which he was a member, furnished the pallbearers, but their kindly offices would have been rendered by any of the others present if there had been need. The feeling was that it was an honor to show him respect. A sudden death is a shock to loved ones that we all hope to escape. But so far as "Dave" is concerned, it is certain he would have chosen a sudden, rather than a long lingering transition from the present form of life to the other form for which he had made full preparation. A good man loved by all who knew him. May it be possible for some one to write it of each of us when the time comes.

Mrs. Masoner will spend the winter with her sons in Boise. After that her plans will be made as events may lead; but wherever she may go she will carry precious memories of nearly a half-century of happy wedded life. (Riverside Cemetery)

Payette Enterprise
Thursday, October 30, 1919
SHERWOOD, MARGARET JANE
Mrs. Margaret Jane Sherwood passed away Tuesday, October 8th after being confined to her bed for many weeks. She had been in feeble health for several years gradually growing weaker and her passing to the great beyond was truly a symbol of declining years. She had finished her work on earth and was ready and willing to go. She had been entirely blind for the last fifteen years but with her great affiliation was patient to the end.

Margaret Jane Post was born near Postville, Iowa, June 22nd, 1838, and died at Payette, Idaho, October 28th, 1919, being at the time of her death over 81 years of age. In 1868 while living in Dodge County, Minn., was united in marriage to Ambrose Sherwood. To this union five children were born of whom all have preceded her in death except W. F. Sherwood of Payette.

Since 1894 she has made her home in Idaho. She became a member of the Christian Church, when but a child to which faith she has lived truly and devoted to the end. Funeral services were held at 2:30 o'clock Wednesday afternoon at Lauer's Undertaking Parlors, conducted by Rev. Adams, pastor of the Christian Church, and that evening the body was shipped to Kendrick, Idaho, accompanied by W. F. Sherwood, for burial beside two children who were buried there.

Payette Enterprise
Thursday, October 30, 1919
TUNEY, JOHN AUGUST
John August Tuney was born December 23, 1835, in Stockholm, Sweden, and passed away Saturday morning, October 25, 1919, in Payette, after suffering a paralytic stroke on Monday. His daughter, Miss Marie Tuney who was in Spokane, Wash., was sent for and all was done that could be.

Mr. Tuney came to this country about 40 years ago with his wife, Sophia Hedda Anderson, and made their home in York, Nebr. After the death of his wife he made his home in Omaha and Lincoln, Nebr., where he has a large circle of friends and acquaintances.

He was the father of seven children, two dying in childhood. Several years ago he came to Fruitland, Idaho, where he has lived until the past summer.

Mr. Tuney was deprived the blessed privilege of seeing the beauties of Idaho as he had been blind for many years.

Funeral services were held Sunday from the Swedish Lutheran church, Payette, Rev. G. A. Herbert of Boise, officiating.

Temporary interment was made in Riverside Cemetery. The remains will be removed to its then final resting place at York, Nebr., where the wife is buried.

Payette Enterprise
Thursday, November 13, 1919
COULTER, LULA A.
Mrs. Lula Coulter was born March 24th 1888, died November 6th, 1919. Wife of Fernando Coulter and daughter of S. J. Mayfield. Married August 29th, 1906. Six children were born one of who is dead. The husband and five children remain to mourn the loss. When her mother died she assumed the responsibility of the home and was a mother to her younger brothers and sisters. Much credit is due the departed one for her efforts which meant much sacrifice for her.

She was first a member of the M.E. Church, joining when about 15 years old, but soon united with the Christian Church, and has been a faithful member since. Funeral services were conducted by Rev. Adams Tuesday afternoon at the church and interment made in Riverside Cemetery. (Riverside Cemetery)

Payette Enterprise
Thursday, November 13, 1919
BROWN, PHYLLIS M.
SAD DEATH OF INFANT

Last Sunday at the Baptist church occurred the funeral of little Phyllis, the year old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Jonas Brown of the Payette-Oregon Slope, whose death cast gloom and sadness over the entire community, where the family have lived and have been highly esteemed for many years.

The little one was taken sick on Friday and while everything possible was done and doctors from Payette and Ontario were in constant attendance, she seemed too frail to make the fight, and finally at 9:45 a.m. the following Thursday, she passed, beyond.

She was an especially bright and loving child, having one of those sweet friendly dispositions so endearing to all and will be missed sadly by the ladies of the club of which Mrs. Brown is an old member.

The many friends of Mr. and Mrs. Brown wish to extend their deepest sympathy which was in evidence by the very large attendance at Church and by the many beautiful floral offerings.

Phillis Brown was born October 26th, 1918: died November 6th, 1919. (Riverside Cemetery)

CARD OF THANKS

We wish to extend our sincere thanks to the neighbors and friends for the kindness shown us during the illness and death of our baby Phyllis, and also for the beautiful flowers. Mr. and Mrs. Jonas Brown and relatives

Payette Enterprise
Thursday, November 13, 1919
GRIFFIN, W. L.
The funeral of Mr. W. L. Griffin was held at Vale, Oregon, Sunday afternoon, Rev. A. J. Adams of Payette officiating. Mr. Griffin was a pioneer of that section, and was a Charter Member of the Christian Church when organized there in 1898.

Payette Enterprise
Thursday, November 13, 1919
MUNDEL, L. L.
Rev. A. J. Adams was called to Parma Monday where the funeral of Mr. L. L. Mundel was conducted by Thos. E. Buckner and Rev. Adams, Grand Master and Chaplain of the Grand Lodge I.O.O.F. Mr. Mundel was one of the leading business men of Parma and an Honored Citizen.

Payette Enterprise
Thursday, November 20, 1919
WILSON, ELIZABETH SKINNER
DEATH CLAIMS ANOTHER
Mrs. Elizabeth (Skinner) Wilson

Mrs. Wilson will be better known as mother of Mrs. Elizabeth Hutchinson, with whom she has made her home all the later years of her life. She died at the same home last Sunday and was buried Tuesday afternoon. Funeral services were at the home conducted by Rev. Mr. Reed, members of the Rebecca Order acting as "pall-bearers." Neighbors and friends gathered in a large company to pay respects to her memory.

Mrs. Wilson was born in Aberdeenshire, Scotland, in 1833. Two children were born of the union, Mrs. Hutchinson, as already noted, and Mr. John H. Wilson of Meadows. Mr. Wilson was down during the last days of his mother, and will be in Payette some time yet.

Her life is of exceptional interest to all who study the movements of people that have gathered here in America to Constitute the Land we love. She was bereaved of her husband after only a few years of married life, and when her son was grown to manhood he felt the call that has brought so many of the select of the world to our shores, and sought in America a new home for the family. After selecting a place to his liking, he went back to the land of "the Bonnie Thistle weed" and brot Mother and Sister to the new World. That was in 1883, seven years before Idaho became a state. The journey from Ogden to Meadows was in an emigrant wagon. They were in the Meadows Valley early enough to share the dangers of Indian savagery, and were fast friends and co-workers with those who helped "win the west" from barbarism to the state of perfect security as we now know it.

A child of Scotland, she was of course a Presbyterian with that strong faith in a God who knows and orders things in the Earth, which faith has been the foundation of so many of the world's best enterprises. In that faith she lived and died and the message of her departed spirit is to our generation "Ask for the old paths, where is the good way, and walk therein and ye shall find rest for your souls." (Riverside Cemetery)

Payette Enterprise
Thursday, December 04, 1919
HOLTZ, MINNIE
MRS. CHARLES HOLTZ

Mrs. Charles Holtz died at her home east of Payette at 2 p.m. last Friday after a brief illness of heart trouble. She was born December 26, 1861 in the little village of Leangefelf, Sachsen. In 1879 she was married to Louis Heyer and came to this country in 1885, landing in the state of New York. To this union five children were born of whom two remain, Alfred Heyer of Poughkeepsie and Frank Heyer, Newbury, N.Y. In 1912 she was married to Charles Holtz, and two years later came to the Payette Valley where they have resided until the time of her death. She was a member of the W.R.C. and also a member of the Lutheran Church to which faith she followed closely to the end. She was a patriotic worker during the war contributing willingly and liberally to the Red Cross and other war activities. Funeral services were held Sunday afternoon from the Lutheran Church conducted by Rev. Carl Reuggeberg, and interment made in the Riverside Cemetery. The grief stricken husband will have the sympathy of many friends in this community. (Riverside Cemetery)

CARD OF THANKS

I wish to express my heartfelt thanks to the kind friends and neighbors who so kindly assisted me during the illness and death of my beloved wife. Also for the floral offering from the W. R. C., from the Lutheran Ladies Aid, and other friends. CHAS. HOLTZ, Husband

Payette Enterprise
Thursday, December 04, 1919
ASHLOCK, ELIZABETH
Mrs. Elizabeth I. Ashlock was born in Illinois November 18th, 1839 and died at Payette, Idaho, November 30th, 1919, age 80 years and 12 days.

Mr. and Mrs. Ashlock came to Idaho in 1903 and have made this their home most of the time since. Mrs. Ashlock was of the Apostolic faith. She leaves to mourn her loss, a husband, F. P. Ashlock, and three children. Mrs. S. M. Justice and William Ashlock of Payette and George Ashlock of Oregon, besides other relatives.

Funeral services were held from the Christian Church Tuesday afternoon, conducted by Rev. A. J. Adams. (Riverside Cemetery)

Payette Enterprise
Thursday, December 04, 1919
ISENHAGER, GEO. F.
FUNERAL NOTICE

The body of Geo. F. Isenhager who died at the Ontario Hospital last Monday, was brought to Payette where the funeral was held from the Methodist church conducted by Rev. Wallis Tuesday afternoon. The body was shipped to Dallas, Oregon for interment. Mr. Isenhager was a nephew by marriage to Lewis and Jacob Nodle, 31 years of age and leaves a wife but no children. They were residents of Oregon and resided on a farm some distance from Ontario.

Note: According to the Idaho Death Index, George Isenhagen was born 11-23-1888 and died 11-27-1919

Payette Enterprise
Thursday, December 18, 1919
SLINKER, LEVI
OLD RESIDENT PASSES BEYOND

Levi Slinker was born October 21, 1842 in Mason County, Illinois, and resided there until the age of fourteen when he came with his parents to Warren County, Iowa, and later returned to Illinois. He enlisted on the 11th day of July, 1862 and was mustered into the U.S. Service at Camp Douglas, Chicago, Illinois as a private of Captain Wm. H. Weaver Company G 71st regiment, Ill. Infantry. He was honorably discharged from Chicago, Ill. on the 29th day of October 1862. He was united in marriage to Anna M. Heoulette on the 18th day of March, 1863 from which union were born six children, all of whom are living. In the spring of 1907 he and his wife moved to Payette, Idaho, where he resided until his death, which occurred on December 12, 1919 at the Holy Rosary Hospital, Ontario, Oregon, following an operation. His wife, Anna M. Slinker, died October 13, 1912, and on January 2nd, 1914, he was married to Susan E. Schmuch of Des Moines, Iowa, who with his children, namely, Mrs. P. A. Creger, Mrs. H. B. Strawn and E. L. Slinker of Fruitland, J. C. Slinker of Payette, Mrs. W. S. King of Fillmore, Cal., and A. V. Slinker of Peru, Ia. and twenty-seven grandchildren and four great grandchildren and four sisters and four brothers are left to mourn his death.

The interment was from the Methodist Church of which he had been one of the leading members and worker.

The funeral was largely attended. The G.A.R. being present in a body, and the American Legion being in charge. The service was a fitting tribute to the high moral and religious character of the man as well as to his wide experience, extensive friendships and kindly deeds. (Riverside Cemetery)

Payette Enterprise
Thursday, December 18, 1919
NORWOOD, SUSAN ANN
Susan Ann Norwood was born in Illinois in 1848. She was married in the same state, moving to Portland, Oregon, many years ago where she resided for several years. She came to Payette in 1909 where she made many friends. She was taken with pneumonia about December 1st and died December 8th. So far as is known but one relative is left to mourn her departure. Funeral services were held Monday afternoon from Lauers Undertaking Parlor conducted by Rev. H.K. Wallis and interment made in the Riverside Cemetery. (Riverside Cemetery)

1920


Payette Enterprise
Thursday, January 01, 1920
BOYD, ELISE CAROLINE
FUNERAL FOR INFANT

Funeral services were held Wednesday at 1 o'clock for the 15-months old child of Mr. and Mrs. Boyd of Nyssa. Rev. C. H. Blem of Ontario officiated. Interment was in Riverside Cemetery. (Riverside Cemetery)

Payette Enterprise
Thursday, January 08, 1920
PURCELL, NEPHI
OLD PIONEER PASSES AWAY

The usual cheer and happiness of New Year's Day was greatly saddened when it was learned that Nephi Purcell, one of Payette's best known and highly respected citizens had died very suddenly while out hunting in the hills about four miles east of town. Mr. Purcell has been for many years particularly fond of hunting and trapping, and on New Year's day started out to look after his traps, taking with him that morning his two little grandsons, Ralph and Earl Stone, seven and nine years of age. He seemed to be in his usual good health when leaving home but on the way out complained to the little boys several times, saying he did not feel well, and stopped at different times to rest and when beyond what is known as the "saddle" on the ridge about three and a half miles east of town, and after climbing a very steep hill on the break of Emery Gulch, the end came with but a second's warning. His last words were: "Boys, Grandpa is dying" and he fell lifeless without a struggle, not even releasing his grip on the gun in his hand. It was a great shock to the little grandsons who at their age did not fully realize that the final words and guiding hand of one they had learned to love was stilled for ever. They shook and called to him thinking he was only seriously ill, and remained with him for perhaps an hour when Ralph, the older boy, amid sobs, said to his little brother "Come on Earl, I know Grandpa is dead;" and the two little fellows hurriedly found their way toward home to summon help. When within about a mile and a half of town they found Shirley Brannock who quickly returned with the boys to the fatal spot. After covering the body with his coat, Mr. Brannock returned to the Cram residence and telephoned to Dr. J. C. Woodward who with others went to return with the body. The little boys, fatigued and grief stricken, found their mother at the Bancroft where she was at work, and conveyed to her the sad news. Mr. Geo. B. Kellog, proprietor of the Hotel took Mrs. Stone in his auto to the scene and to render assistance.

After carrying the body a distance of perhaps a half mile to the car, it was brought to Lauers Undertaking Parlor.

With this sad occurrence, a familiar face, a good neighbor and a friend to all will be missed among us. Mr. Purcell was a man who did unto others as he would wish to be done by. He was honest and upright in all his dealings and in his departure he leaves no man to say naught against him.

Nephi Purcell was born in Indiana in August 1846, and departed this life January 1, 1920, being at the time of his death, over 72 years of age. When at the age of ten, he moved with his parents to Harrison County, Iowa, where he endured many hardships of early pioneer life. On March 9th, 1868, he was united in marriage to Isabel Jeffrey, and to this union eight children were born, two dying in infancy. The oldest son John Purcell, died about ten years ago in Iowa. He moved to Idaho in March, 1894, settling at that time on the farm now owned by Herman ? north of Payette, where he again became a pioneer of the west. A few years later he moved with his family to Crane Creek where his wife died during the spring of 1906. He later moved to Payette and in October 1907 was united in marriage to Mrs. Elizabeth Windle. He leaves to mourn his loss, a wife, four sons and one daughter: Ally of Weiser, Orren of Baker, Oregon; Lester of Corniacopia, Oregon; Floyd of New Plymouth; and Mrs. Mary Stone of Payette, all of whom were present at the funeral. Also two sisters in Iowa, and a brother, Ben Purcell of Payette.

The funeral was held Sunday afternoon from the Church of God, conducted by Rev. A. E. Houser, and the body laid to rest in the Riverside Cemetery. (Riverside Cemetery)

Payette Enterprise
Thursday, January 08, 1920
THOMPSON, MARGARET
GIRL KILLED BY MOVING TRAIN

A sad accident occurred Sunday evening near the Freight Depot in Payette when Margaret Thompson, 16 years of age, whose parents live in Vale, was almost instantly killed by No. 6 east bound passenger as it pulled into the Depot. Miss Thompson had been visiting at the home of W. G. Pennington on 7th Street and 7th Avenue North for several days and was on the way to the depot in company with Miss Madge Pennington and a young man from Weiser. They were walking along the track near the water tank as the train was approaching and seeming not aware of being so near the track when the engine struck Miss Thompson, knocking her unconscious to the ground, causing a fracture of the skull. Dr. I. R. Woodward, Railroad Physician, was immediately called and took the unfortunate girl to Ontario on No. 6 where she was removed to the Hospital and died about five minutes after arriving.

Payette Enterprise
Thursday, January 08, 1920
HUMPHREY, JASPER M.
Jasper M. Humphrey who was taken to the Ontario Hospital some time ago for an operation, died Monday at 10 o'clock. The body was brought to Payette that evening where the funeral will be held Friday from Lauers Undertaking parlor at 11 o'clock. Mr. Humphrey was a single man 64 years old, and had no relatives in this community. W. R. Humphrey, a nephew from Nebraska came Tuesday evening to be present at the funeral and to look after his business affairs. "Jack" as he was familiarly known, was a very quiet man in his ways, but was respected by all who knew him. (Riverside Cemetery)

Payette Enterprise
Thursday, January 15, 1920
BAKER, LAURA
MRS. A. K. BAKER

Mrs. A. K. Baker died of pneumonia at her home on Whitley Bottom Wednesday morning. The body was brought to Wood and Spaulding's Undertaking Parlor that evening. Funeral services will be held at the Methodist church some time Friday. Mrs. Baker was 44 years old and leaves a husband and two grown sons. No particulars have been given us. We hope to be able to publish an obituary next week. (Riverside Cemetery)

Note: According to the Idaho Death Index Laura A. Baker was born 6-6-1875 and died 1-14-1920. ch

Payette Enterprise
Thursday, January 15, 1920
LINCK, EDWARD A.
E. A. Linck, living one mile east of Fruitland, died at his home Tuesday night after suffering for some time with heart trouble. The funeral services will be held in Fruitland this (Thursday) afternoon at 1:30 o'clock. Mr. Linck was a highly respected citizen in the community where he lived. An obituary notice will be published in next week's Enterprise. (Riverside Cemetery)

Note: According to the Idaho Death Index, Edward Allison Linck was born 6-24-1860 and died 1-13-1920. ch

Payette Enterprise
Thursday, January 22, 1920
YOUNG, J. A.
DR. J. A. YOUNG LOOSES LIFE IN SNAKE RIVER

Dr. J. A. Young, a prominent physician of Caldwell was drowned in the Snake River Tuesday afternoon about three o'clock. He was returning from a call south of Froman's Ferry and as he drove his car onto the boat the brakes failed to work and the car plunged into the deep water. The body was recovered and brought to Caldwell. Dr. Young was a cousin of C. E. Dixon of this City and a brother-in-law of C. C. Anderson of Boise, the well-known Golden Rule Store man. He was also well known to many people of Payette having practiced in Weiser a few years ago.

Payette Enterprise
Thursday, January 29, 1920
MCNEIL, ETHEL
MRS. ETHEL McNEIL

Ethel McNeil died as the result of paralysis last Saturday evening and was buried Monday afternoon from the Lauer Undertaking parlors. Rev. M. D. Reed officiating, with Rev. A. J. and Mrs. Adams, Mrs. Blair, and Mrs. Lathrop assisting.

Mrs. McNeil was a daughter of Mr. and Mrs. George W. Picklesimer, a family that came from Crane, Oregon. They were working in the fruit harvest at New Plymouth, where Ethel met Mr. McNeil and they were married there just a few days before the paralysis came upon her and left her helpless except as to the muscles of the head and neck. She was cheerful and hopeful thru the nearly three months of helplessness, but on Saturday morning pneumonia set in and she lingered but twelve hours after that.

Her husband, Father and Mother, and two married brothers live here and a married sister lives in Burns, Oregon. It is a bereavement to them all as death must be; but unless she could be cured from an extreme case of paralysis, there was no prospect of joyful womanhood before her. Many friends were present at the funeral to express their sympathy.

Note: According to the Idaho Death Index, Ethel McNeal was born 2-25-1902 and died 1-25-1920. ch

Payette Enterprise
Thursday, January 29, 1920
HOLLAND, DOCIA J.
MRS. JOHN HOLLAND

Docia M. Bivens was born in the state of Kansas, August 13th, 1849, and died at the home of her sister in Boise, Idaho, January 27th, 1920, age 70 years, 5 months and 14 days. When at the age of 15 she crossed the plains with her parents with ox team to the state of Oregon, and two years later came to the Payette Valley, settling on a homestead five mile east of Payette. March 3rd 1872 she was united in marriage to John Holland. To them were born six children of whom five are yet living. Her husband died in January 1897. She continued to live in this community until sixteen years ago when she moved to Boise where she has made her home until the time of her death which was caused by pneumonia after an illness of but a few days. Mrs. Holland was a true consistent Christian all her life, being a member of the Christian Church for many years and later years a member and a firm believer in the First Church of Christ Scientist.

She leaves to mourn her loss, three sons and two daughters, Thos. M. Holland of Middleton, R. C. Holland of Seattle, D.B. Holland of Pocatello, Mrs. E. A. Frazer of Ontario, Ore., and Mrs. E. L. Gilbert of Meredian, besides two brothers and four sisters: John Bivens of Ontario, Will Bivens of Payette, Mrs. Henry Irvin of Payette, Rececca McFarlin and Mrs. Elmer Emerson of Boise, and Mrs. Cash Nichols of Ontario.

The body was brought to Payette Wednesday evening where the funeral services were held at Lauers Undertaking parlor this (Thurdsay) afternoon, conducted by Mrs. Guss, First Reader of the Christian Science Church. Interment was made in the family lot in Riverside Cemetery. (Riverside Cemetery)

Payette Enterprise
Thursday, January 29, 1920
KOSESAN, KATIE
Katarina Kosesan, nee Dorabach, was born in Wisesota, Hengary on Nov. 3, 1896. On Jan. 27, 1920 she passed out of this life at the age of 23 years, 2 mo., 23 days. Last week Thursday a child was born into the family. The baby is living, but its life cost the life of its mother. After days of untold suffering she went to sleep, leaving to mourn, her husband, Nikolaus Kosesan, her father and mother, and a small son of 2 years. Funeral services were conducted from her home, north of Payette, the Rev. F. C. Rueggeberg of the Evangelical church officiating. (Riverside Cemetery)

Note: According to the Idaho Death Index, she was born 11-3-1897 and died 1-26-1920. ch

Payette Enterprise
Thursday, February 02, 1920
HOYT, ELNA LORANE
Elna Lorane Hoyt, the five months old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Anson E. Hoyt, died at the home of Mr. and Mrs. W. F. Sherwood last Saturday after suffering but a few days with pneumonia. The little one was removed to the Sherwood home that morning on account of the father and mother, a little sister and also a brother of the mother which includes the entire family, were sick in bed making it impossible to give them proper care. Funeral services were held from Lauers Undertaking Parlor Sunday afternoon conducted by Rev. M.D. Reed. None of the family were able to attend. (Riverside Cemetery)

Note: According to the Idaho Death Index, Elna Lorane Hoyt was born 8-19-1919 and died 1-31-1920. ch

Payette Enterprise
Thursday, February 05, 1920
FARLOW, CLARENCE WALLACE
Clarence Wallace Farlow died Tuesday evening at the home of his sister, Mrs. Anson Hoyt here in Payette following a relapse of the flu which developed into pneumonia. The body was shipped Wednesday to Norcaster, Kansas, for burial. He was first taken with the flu, complicated with bronchial pneumonia about a month ago. He recovered and was able to be up and assist in the care of his sister and family who were all down with influenza, which may have caused the relapse which resulted in his death. Clarence was a bright young man 20 years of age, and is survived by a father, G. W. Farlow of Lennox, Idaho, who was here and accompanied the body, and a sister, Mrs. Anson Hoyt of Payette.

Payette Enterprise
Thursday, February 05, 1920
DEMOSS, ADELINE JOSEPHINE
MURDERS WIFE THEN SUICIDES
CALDWELL MAN MURDERS WIFE THEN SUICIDES

Caldwell, Feb. 3 - Henry DeMoss well known citizen of this city, early this morning fired two shots into the breast of his wife and then turned the 38 caliber revolver on himself, blowing out his brains. Mrs. DeMoss was dead when Sheriff Geo. W. Froman appeared on the scene a few minutes later. Mr. DeMoss died an hour and a half later. He never regained consciousness and the cause of the tragedy is still a mystery.

The shooting occurred between 7 and 8 o'clock at the DeMoss home on Aven street. A daughter and son, in adjoining rooms, were startled from their slumbers by the shooting. Rushing into the room occupied by their parents they found their mother lying half on the bed and half on the floor a stream of blood gushing from her breast. The father was but a few feet away on the floor, apparently dead. Sheriff Froman was notified immediately.

DeMoss who frequently was employed as a sheep herder, returned from a ranch about two months ago. It is said by many that ill feeling existed between the couple, and it is believed that the shooting was the culmination of a quarrel.

Mr. and Mrs. DeMoss have three children, the oldest son being an enlisted man in the navy. a daughter, 18 years of age, attends school here as does the youngest son, aged 12.

It has not as yet been decided whether an inquest will be held or not - Capital News.

Mrs. DeMoss was a daughter of Mr. and Mrs. M. F. Smith who reside two miles southeast from Payette. Her body was brought to Payette where the funeral was held at the Christian Church this Thursday forenoon at 11 o'clock, conducted by Rev. Adams, Pastor.

Note: According to the Idaho Death Index, Adeline Josephine DeMoss was born 10-25-1884 and died 2-3-1920. J. H. DeMoss died 2-3-1920. No birthdate was given. ch

Payette Enterprise
Thursday, February 05, 1920
DEMOSS, HENRY
MURDERS WIFE THEN SUICIDES
CALDWELL MAN MURDERS WIFE THEN SUICIDES

Caldwell, Feb. 3 - Henry DeMoss well known citizen of this city, early this morning fired two shots into the breast of his wife and then turned the 38 caliber revolver on himself, blowing out his brains. Mrs. DeMoss was dead when Sheriff Geo. W. Froman appeared on the scene a few minutes later. Mr. DeMoss died an hour and a half later. He never regained consciousness and the cause of the tragedy is still a mystery.

The shooting occurred between 7 and 8 o'clock at the DeMoss home on Aven street. A daughter and son, in adjoining rooms, were startled from their slumbers by the shooting. Rushing into the room occupied by their parents they found their mother lying half on the bed and half on the floor a stream of blood gushing from her breast. The father was but a few feet away on the floor, apparently dead. Sheriff Froman was notified immediately.

DeMoss who frequently was employed as a sheep herder, returned from a ranch about two months ago. It is said by many that ill feeling existed between the couple, and it is believed that the shooting was the culmination of a quarrel.

Mr. and Mrs. DeMoss have three children, the oldest son being an enlisted man in the navy. a daughter, 18 years of age, attends school here as does the youngest son, aged 12.

It has not as yet been decided whether an inquest will be held or not - Capital News.

Mrs. DeMoss was a daughter of Mr. and Mrs. M. F. Smith who reside two miles southeast from Payette. Her body was brought to Payette where the funeral was held at the Christian Church this Thursday forenoon at 11 o'clock, conducted by Rev. Adams, Pastor.

Note: According to the Idaho Death Index, Adeline Josephine DeMoss was born 10-25-1884 and died 2-3-1920. J. H. DeMoss died 2-3-1920. No birthdate was given. ch

Payette Enterprise
Thursday, February 05, 1920
RANDS, FRANKLIN D.
Franklin D. Rands died of pneumonia, following an attack of influenza, at his home just east of Fruitland, on Thursday of last week. He was born at Tripp, South Dakota, on September 2, 1888. On February 14, 1912 he married Miss Bernice Patton and of this union six children were born. Besides his wife and children, his father, mother and three brothers survive him. Mr. Rands had a host of friends in this vicinity and his death came as a shock to the entire community. Fruitland extends deepest sympathy to the bereaved relatives. (Riverside Cemetery)

Payette Enterprise
Thursday, February 12, 1920
HAYES, MARY
WAS A FRIEND TO EVERYONE
AUNTY HAYES

Aunty Hayes passed from this life into the great beyond at the home of her niece, Mrs. John Alden, at 12 o'clock last Monday night after an illness of about six weeks with cancer of the stomach. She had been in feeble health for several months and remained in her own home until six weeks ago she gave up and went to the home of her niece where she might receive better care and attention and where everything possible was done for her comfort and recovery, but owing to her advanced age and the incurable affliction which soon became apparent, all was to no avail and the death angel came as the only relief at the mid-night hour on February 9th.

Aunty Hayes will long be remembered for her life of devotion to others. She was not blessed with children of her own, but sought to be a true mother to all with whom she associated. Her noted character for kindness and a good word for everyone, and speaking ill of no one stands as a monument of her career in this world of more than four score years. To say that she will be missed in this community is but speaking the truth. She will be missed in sickness and by her friends in distress, and her devoted work in church. She became a Christian in early life and has lived true to her faith in her Maker, and has now gone to be with him and receive her reward for the life she has lived. May her life be an example to others.

Mary Dixon was born in England near London, March 1st, 1839 and departed this life February 9, 1920 at Payette, Idaho, at the age of 81 years, 11 months and 9 days. She came to the United States in 1872, living in the state of Michigan for several years. She was united in marriage to William Hayes about the year 1875, who has long since passed from this life. She moved from Michigan to Illinois where she lived until 1888, moving at that time to North Dakota, and in 1900 moved to Payette where she continued to make her home until the time of her death. Funeral services were held from Lauers Undertaking Parlor Wednesday afternoon at 2:30, conducted by Mrs. Guss, First Reader of the Church of Christ Scientist. Interment took place in the Riverside Cemetery. (Riverside Cemetery)

Payette Enterprise
Thursday, February 12, 1920
BOSLEY, HENRIETTA M.
Henrietta M. Bosley was born in New York, January 25th, 1835; died in Payette, Idaho, February 9, 1920, at the home of her daughter Mrs. K. E. Keeler. She leaves to mourn her loss one daughter, five grandchildren and two great grand children.

Mrs. Bosley became a Christian early in life and has lived in the Faith having made the Bible her companion, finding great comfort in it.

The body was shipped Wednesday to Ottawa, Kansas, for burial. Rev. A. J. Adams conducted a brief service at the home Tuesday evening.

Payette Enterprise
Thursday, February 12, 1920
GRINER, CLARENCE B.
Clarence B. Griner who has been working here through the packing season, died on the morning of February 9th from pneumonia following influenza. His entire family were ill and feeling that he must keep up in order to care for his loved ones, he heroically ministered to them until compelled to cease. He was born at Danville, Illinois, on March 25, 1887. On May 20, 1907 he was married to Miss Zora Jones and to this union five children were born, three boys and two girls. All but one survive him although at the time of his death two little daughters were lying near his bedside critically ill. In 1914 he took up a homestead near Ironside, Oregon, where he lived until coming to Fruitland last September. His father, Daniel Griner, is expected on Thursday from Illinois and arrangements for interment will be deferred until his arrival. The sympathy of the entire community is extended to the bereaved family. (Riverside Cemetery)

CARD OF THANKS

We desire to express our heartfelt thanks to the many neighbors and friends who rendered us sympathy and help at various times during the illness and death of our loved one. Mrs. Zora Griner, O.D. Jones, Alberta Griner, Juanita Griner, Henry Griner, Danny Griner

Payette Enterprise
Thursday, February 12, 1920
RANDS, ORAN C.
Oran C. Rands was born at Tripp, S.D. on January 22, 1885, and departed this life on February 3, 1920 at the home of his parents, Mr. and Mrs. John Rands, at Fruitland, Idaho. The cause of his illness was pneumonia following an attack of influenza. He is survived by a father, mother, two brothers and other relatives and many friends. Only last week his brother Franklin succumbed to the same disease. The sympathy of the community is extended to the sorrowing relatives. (Riverside Cemetery)

Payette Enterprise
Thursday, February 19, 1920
NOOT, WILLIAM
William Noot passed away early Monday morning at his home on Second Avenue South, after being in feeble health for about ten years, the last five years of which he was continuously confined to his home. Funeral services were held at the Episcopal church Wednesday afternoon conducted by Rev. Thomas Ashworth. We are not in possession of any history of Mr. Noot's life but know that he was born in South Wales in 1838, and was 81 years of age at the time of his death. Mr. and Mrs. Noot came to Payette about 22 years ago and during that time made many friends. Mr. Noot was a civil engineer and followed that occupation all through life. He was City Engineer of the city of Payette for many years resigning on account of failing health. He is survived by a wife and one son, Frank Noot who is government Engineer somewhere on the western coast, and who was here to attend the funeral.

Payette Enterprise
Thursday, February 26, 1920
BUTTS, GEORGE WASHINGTON
George Washington Butts was born in Harrison County, Iowa, Feb. 17, 1864 and died at his home in Payette, Idaho, on February 19, 1920, aged 56 years and 2 days. On March 8, 1885 he was married to Miss Alpha Hale and to this union was born 13 children. Two have preceded him to the glory world. He leaves a wife and 11 children to mourn his loss; ten were present at his death.

In 1899 he left Iowa with his family and went to Dakota then to Missouri, Nebraska, Colorado and Idaho. He has lived in Idaho for the past 12 years and in Payette for over 2 years.

In 1884 Bro. Butts was converted and a few days later was sanctified and has lived a constant Christian life. His highest desire was to serve the One who had redeemed him from sin and during his sickness kept his mind staid on the Lord. We should not mourn as one that has no hope for our loss is his gain. (Riverside Cemetery)

Payette Enterprise
Thursday, February 26, 1920
THOMPSON, MRS. J. M.
Mrs. J. M. Thompson wife of a prominent attorney of Caldwell, died at a Boise Hospital last Thursday following a short illness. Funeral services were conducted at Caldwell on Sunday afternoon. Mr. and Mrs. Thompson were well known over the state and particularly in this community where Mr. Thompson has made frequent visits and delivered several public addresses. She is survived by her husband and three children who will have the sympathy of a large circle of friends. Attorney Haynes of this place was in attendance at the funeral.

Payette Enterprise
Thursday, March 04, 1920
JACOBSEN, AUGUST
SUDDEN DEATH OF AUGUST JACOBSEN

The many friends of Mr. and Mrs. August Jacobsen were grieved to learn of the sudden death of Mr. Jacobsen which occurred at Long Beach, California, on Thursday, Feb. 25th. It had been generally known that Mr. Jacobsen had been in feeble health for some time but his sudden departure came as a surprise, casting a gloom over the people of this community.

Mr. and Mrs. Jacobsen, in company with their daughter, Mrs. Lester Seawell, left their home in Payette late last fall for Long Beach, as had been their custom to spend the winter in a milder climate, and at this time their plans were made to soon return home when Mr. Jacobsen was suddenly stricken with apoplexy and death ensued within a few hours after. Funeral services were held the following Saturday at Long Beach and the body laid to rest in Englewood Cemetery, it being the request of Mr.. Jacobsen that he be laid away in California.

August Jacobsen was born in Schleswig Holstein, Germany, in 1835, under the Danish Administration. He came to the United States about the year 1857, landing in California during the gold excitement. A few years later he came to Idaho to participate in the mining industry at Warren and later was proprietor of a Hotel at Umatilla Landing. He also conducted a butcher shop at Auborn, Oregon. About the year 1871 he returned to Germany where he was united in marriage to Miss Sophia Marxen and again returned to the United States landing at Boise. To this union one son was born, Arthur Jacobsen who is now living at Woodriver, Idaho. His wife departed this life about the year 1876 and about the year 1884 was again united in marriage to Lucia Asmussen. To this union one daughter was born, Mrs. Lester C. Seawell who is now living at Payette.

Upon his second return to America he located near Boise and for a number of years engaged in the stock raising business, and later to the Payette Valley where he continued to make his home until the time of his death.

In the passing of this pioneer the community has lost a friend with but few his equal. Until his declining years he was an energetic worker always ready to assist in the upbuilding of the community in which he lived. Honesty and uprightness, and to do unto others as he wished to be done by was his motto through life. His word to pay an honest debt was even better than his note, and was so considered by those with whom he had dealings.

Besides a wife, he is survived by one son and one daughter, Arthur of Woodriver, Idaho and Mrs. Lester C. Seawell of Payette, and one brother, N. A. Jacobsen of Payette, besides many friends who join in the sorrow with the bereaved relatives.

Payette Enterprise
Thursday, March 04, 1920
SWATMAN, B. F.
B. F. SWATMAN PASSES AWAY

Mr. B. F. Swatman, a highly respected citizen of New Plymouth, passed away at his home Feb. 28th.

He had been in failing health for the past two years but continued in the drug business until a few weeks ago. He will be greatly missed by the people of that community as he was always a leader in public affairs and took an interest in the upbuilding of the City of New Plymouth.

B.F. Swatman was born in Page County, Iowa, February 13th, 1861, was married to Josephine Weatherhead, March 3, 1886. He came with his family to Payette in 1904 and located at New Plymouth a few months later, and engaged in the drug business and has made New Plymouth their home until the time of his death. Besides a wife, he is survived by four children, Mrs. Fred Harper of Emmett, Miss Lillian Swatman, teacher in the Fruitland school, Miss Charlotte, Superintendent at Payette and Elmer Swatman now attending College some where on the coast. Funeral services were held Monday afternoon from the Congregational Church of which he had been a faithful member, conducted by Rev. Knight and Rev. Rice of New Plymouth. Interment was made in Park View Cemetery. (Parkview Cemetery)

Payette Enterprise
Thursday, March 11, 1920
DUNN, CLEM
GRIM REAPER CLAIMS MANY
CLEM DUNN

When death takes from our midst one who has lived their allotted time and has finished their work in this world it is but the natural consequence of having been born into the world. Yet we grieve. But when life is snuffed out in the bloom of youth and without a moments warning, sadness comes to us from a just cause.

When it was leaned that Clem Dunn, a young man of 23 years, who was loved and respected by all who knew him, a robust young man full of cheer and happiness with every prospect for a bright future, had been killed, gloom and sadness was keenly felt by the people of this community. The accident occurred at Emmett Tuesday at 12:30 while the train crew on the Payette Valley branch were switching in the Emmett yards, Clem, who was brakeman had cut the train and evidently miscalculated in the distance between the cars, was caught between the bumpers crushing his body just above the hips which caused his death at 1:15. He was taken to the hospital by Conductor Whalen and the other members of the crew. He remained conscious and full of courage, and seemingly suffered but little to the last. He is survived by a father and mother and three sisters. His father, E. G. Dunn, is operator of the Western Union office. The sister, Mrs. Numbers, wife of Dr. Numbers of Parma, and two younger sisters at home.

Funeral services will be held at Emmett at two o'clock today. the ? crew on the P. V. will be ? to attend the funeral. The sympathy of the entire community goes out to the bereaved family.

Note: According to the Idaho Death Index, he was born 4-22-1895 and died 3-9-1920.

Payette Enterprise
Thursday, March 11, 1920
GOLDEN, RACHAEL LUELLA
MRS. RACHAEL GOLDEN

Death has again taken from our midst a wife and mother who will be missed and whose loss will be truly felt by the bereaved husband and children, and other near relatives.

Rachael Luella Wilson was born in the state of Nebraska, November 20, 1884 and came with her parents to Payette in 1901. She was united in marriage to Emmett Golden, January 27, 1904. Three children bless this union, one died in infancy. Mr. and Mrs. Golden have made Payette their home during these years and have lived happily together and have by their honest and upright life made many friends who will grieve with the family in their loss. Mrs. Golden was taken with the flu some time ago, terminating in pneumonia which resulted in her death last Tuesday, March 9th at 3 p.m. Besides her husband she is survived by two little daughters, Ethelyn, age 7, and Edna age 1. She also leaves to mourn her loss, a father and mother, Mr. and Mrs. B. D. Wilson, four sisters and one brother, Mrs. Carl Clauson of Payette, Mrs. Byrd Gish of Ogden, Utah, Mrs. Phipps and Lellis Wilson of Payette and Geo. Wilson of Ironside, Oregon. Funeral arrangements have not definitely been made, pending the arrival of the brother.

Payette Enterprise (18 March 1920)

OBITUARY

Racheal Golden, wife of Emmett Golden, was born November 20, 1884, and left us to enter the abundant life March 8, 1920, aged 35 years, 3 months and 18 days.

Those who live after her are her grief stricken husband, two children, Ethelyn aged 7 and Edna aged one; a father and mother, 4 sisters and one brother and a host of friends. The Lord who calls our loved ones away comforts also those who mourn "We shall meet beyond the river," is the peculiar hope of the Christian. Truly the hour is dark, yet there's never a day so dreary but God can make it bright. And unto the soul that trust Him, He giveth songs in the night. There's never a path so hidden but God will lead the way. If we seek for the Spirit's guidance and patiently wait and pray. After a brief illness, the spirit of his mother peacefully glided away into the eternities to God who gave it. The soul had gone to its crowning.

In the year 1909 she fellowshipped with the Payette Church of God and remained a member till death. To all she leaves a precious heritage, a hope to meet again.

Funeral services were conducted from the Church of God by her pastor Rev. Argyl E. Houser.

Interment was made in Payette cemetery. (Riverside Cemetery)

Payette Enterprise
Thursday, March 11, 1920
PAINE, WALDROW
Waldrow W. Paine passed from this life Tuesday morning at the home of Nurse Blanchard after a brief illness. He was here from Boise ? when taken suddenly with pneumonia and was taken to the home of Mrs. Blanchard where he might receive proper care, but owing to this advanced age and the firm hold of the dreaded disease all medical aid and proper care was of no avail.

Mr. Paine came to this valley about twenty-seven years ago and settled on a farm in Washoe Bottom near Payette where he lived for many years and made many friends. He is survived by one son, Carl Paine, a prominent attorney of Boise where he has made his home during his declining years. He was born in New York in 1833 being past 86 years of age. The body was shipped to Boise Tuesday evening where interment will be made.

Payette Enterprise
Thursday, March 11, 1920
WINKLER, GEO. M.
Geo. M. Winkler one of Council's prominent business men, died Monday afternoon at the home of his daughter, Mrs. Will Donoho. The deceased was 63 years of age and had spent the winter in California and had stopped here to visit his daughter when taken worse with Bights Disease which was the cause of his death. The body was shipped to Council Monday evening for interment.

Note: According to the Idaho Death Index, he was born 9-25-1856 and died 3-9-1920. ch

Payette Enterprise
Thursday, March 18, 1920
SLINKER, CORA D.
Cora D. Roberts was born in Madison County, Iowa, November 17th, 1873 and passed away at her home in Fruitland Sunday evening, March 14, 1920. She was married to E. L. Slinker, June 24, 1896 and to this union were born seven children.

She united with the M.E. Church while young and was a member at her death. She was kindly in manner, a good mother and will be missed by her friends. Those who mourn her loss are her husband, four children, Coral, age 17, Paul 13, Eunice 9, Maurice 5, also a mother, Mrs. Molly Roberts of St. Charles, Iowa, one sister, Myrtle Lytle, Truro, Ia., one brother, Harry Roberts, St. Charles, Iowa. There were three children preceded her to the better world, all dying in infancy. Mr. and Mrs. Slinker moved to Payette in May 1907.

Funeral services were held Tuesday afternoon from the Methodist church in Payette conducted by Rev. H. K. Wallis. The Yeomen lodge took charge of the services at the Riverside cemetery. The large attendance and the beautiful floral offerings gave testimony of her splendid character and many friends.

OBITUARY

Mrs. Cora D. Slinker wife of E. S. Slinker, was born Nov. 17, 1873 in Iowa and died March 14, 1920, in Fruitland, Idaho. She leaves to mourn her loss a husband and four children, a mother and one brother and one sister.

The community was greatly shocked to hear of the death of Mrs. Slinker. She suffered a stroke of Paralysis last Saturday evening and passed to the Great Beyond about 8:30 Sunday evening. It is thought her death was caused from the effects of the flu which she had this winter and never fully recovered. She had been taking treatments at Payette ever since she was able to be up and around but her case was not thought of as serious.

Cora D. Roberts was married to E. L. Slinker June 24, 1896. She was a member of the Methodist church and also of the Royal Neighbors, Yeomen, and W.R.C.

The funeral was held at the Methodist Church in Payette Wednesday morning at 10:30.

Heartfelt sympathy from the whole community is extended to the family during their bereavement of the loss of a loving wife and mother. (Riverside Cemetery)

Payette Enterprise
Thursday, March 18, 1920
KEITH, RAY
On Saturday, March 13, at Pocatello, occurred the death of Ray Keith, son of Mr. and Mrs. E. C. Keith of this place. He had been at home for a short visit last week, only returning to his duties with the O.S. L. at Pocatello on Saturday, and being stricken with pneumonia the first of the week. The dread disease was not long in doing its work and tho the best of medical aid and most efficient nurse service were administered, he succumbed about 3 o'clock Saturday morning. His sister Mrs. Nelle Dibble and his brother Robert Keith, were at his bedside having been summoned early in the week and being in constant attendance. Funeral services conducted by Rev. Reed, assisted by the American Legion were held Monday afternoon at the Presbyterian church and interment made in Riverside Cemetery.

Ray Keith was born at Brant Lake, So. Dakota, November 20, 1887, being past 32 years at the time of his death. In 1902 he came to Payette with his parents and has lived here a part of the time since, tho his work as a mechanic has taken him elsewhere. A natural mechanic, he early begun his work along his chosen line, and has spent the greater part of his life in construction and engineering, being in the employ of the Oregon Short Line about eight years. He was of a quiet retiring nature, and his studious thorough disposition found its reward in an unusual efficiency which has accompanied all his work.

He served with Co. B., 91st Division, heavy artillery, in the recent war, resuming his interrupted duties upon his return from overseas.

Besides the parents, are left three sisters, Mrs. T. E. Helmbolt of Stetler, Canada, Mrs. Leonard Wright of Jerome, Idaho, Mrs. Earl Dibble of Payette, and three brothers, Walter S. Keith of Emmett, Idaho, Robert and Wayne of this place, all of whom excepting Mrs. Helmbolt have been at the family home during the past week. (Riverside Cemetery)

Payette Enterprise
Thursday, March 18, 1920
THEIL, GEO. E.
Geo. E. Theil, son of Mr. and Mrs. Geo. Theil of New Plymouth, died at the Ontario Hospital Sunday March 14th, after an illness of several weeks. Funeral services were held at New Plymouth Tuesday afternoon conducted by Rev. Rice. The deceased was 24 years of age. His death was caused from complications believed to have been the results from the effect of being gassed while in the service. He was a member of the marines, having entered the service early in the war and took part in eight of the worst engagements. The sympathy of a large circle of friends will go out to the bereaved relatives. (Parkview Cemetery)

Payette Enterprise
Thursday, March 18, 1920
LARKIN, BEA
A telegram was received announcing the death of Mrs. Bea Larkin which occurred Monday afternoon at her home in Taylorville, Illinois, at 2 p.m. This information will be received with sadness by many of the Payette people as Mrs. Larkin who was a sister of Mrs. A. V. Strauss, had been a resident of Payette for several years and was very popular among the people of this place. She has been a sufferer for many months with rheumatism and other complications. She went to Chicago some time ago in the hopes of receiving relief from specialist doctors. She underwent two operations. We understand the funeral was held at Taylorville Wednesday afternoon.

Payette Enterprise
Thursday, March 29, 1920
HENGGLER, PAULINE BERTHA
Pauline Bertha, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. C. B. Henggler, died Sunday morning at 9:30. She was 22 mos and 12 days old. She had a severe attack of flu while the family was East this winter, and hadn't fully recovered when she took the measles and other complications set in which caused her death. She was only sick one week. A private funeral was held Monday morning at 10:00 o'clock in Ontario. Burial was in Catholic cemetery. Heartfelt sympathy is extended to Mr. and Mrs. Henggler in the loss of their little one.

Note: According to the Idaho Death Index, she was born 5-9-1918 and died 3-21-1920. ch

Payette Enterprise
Thursday, April 01, 1920
THAYER, MAGGIE
MRS. G. F. THAYER

Just before going to press we learn of the death of Mrs. G. F. Thayer which occurred at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Mark Prindle, at seven o'clock last evening after an illness of six weeks. Her death was caused by influenza complicated with heart trouble. The funeral will be held tomorrow, (Friday) at 2 o'clock from the Prindle home. In our next issue we will publish an appropriate obituary.

Payette Enterprise (Thursday, April 8, 1920)

PASSING OF MRS. THAYER

Through the divine dispensation of "Him who doeth all things well" there has been removed from our midst, Mrs. Maggie Quick Thayer, who passed away at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Mark Prindle, in Payette, Wednesday, March 31st, at 6:55 p.m.

The subject of this sketch was born at Buchanan, Michigan, June 25th, 1850, and was united in marriage with G. F. Thayer August 19th, 1869 at Buchanan, Michigan. Three children were born to the union, Eva May, who passed away at the age of ten months; Carrie Mabel, wife of Mark Prindle, of Payette; and Fred are left without the kind care and comfort of a wife and mother.

Col. and Mrs. Thayer came to Payette from Aneta, North Dakota, fifteen years ago and cast their lot with the people who had chosen the Payette Valley as their home, and ever since have been ever diligent in building up the great commonwealth of Idaho.

About three months ago Mrs. Thayer was stricken with influenza which later developed heart complications, and to which she finally succumbed.

Mrs. Thayer was of that kind of people who chose to work in a humble way, who sought not fame or fortune, but who was in deep earnest about doing the thing that needed to be done today. No finer thing need be said to her than that she was the kindest, the most helpful of neighbors, patient in all things, generous to faults. Her husband testifies in strongest terms of her fidelity, her genuine companionship and her unswerving loyalty to the doing of the helpful acts that she found in her patient, daily toll. Her neighbors feel a distinct loss because she has gone away. The community bears testimony to her quiet, unassuming worth. She was rich in the qualities that stand for all that is stable in life's realities. Many a traveler on life's way has found refreshment and cheer, been inspired with new hope, his doubts in the final issue of life dispelled by her touch.

"I see from my house by the side of the road,
By the side of the highway of life,
The men that press on with the ardor of hope,
And the men that are faint in the strife.
And I turn not away from their smiles and their tears-
Both parts of an Infinite plan.
Let me live in a house by the side of the road.
And be a friend of man." (Riverside Cemetery)

Payette Enterprise
Thursday, April 08, 1920
BERRY, MR. & MRS.
MR. AND MRS. BERRY PASS AWAY

Mr. and Mrs. H. A. Berry, an aged couple well known to the early pioneers of this section, departed this life at their home on Linsen Creek with in a few hours apart, after an illness of but a few days. Mr. Berry passed away Tuesday night and Mrs. Berry early the next morning. Their bodies were brought to Wood & Spaulding's undertaking parlor Tuesday forenoon in the same conveyance. Mr. and Mrs. Berry have been residents of Linsen Creek about 25 miles northeast of Payette, for many years, having come to this country and filed on their homestead in 1897. Mr. Berry had passed his 88th year in life and Mrs. Berry had passed the 80th milestone. The immediate cause of their death was influenza contracted but a few days before. It is thought the funeral will be held at the Church of God Friday afternoon, however no definite arrangements have been made. At this time, so near going to press, we are unable to get any history of their lives or information to enable us to publish an appropriate obituary, but will endeavor to do so in our next issue.

Note: According to the Idaho Death Index, Clarissa Berry was born 8-25-1839 and died 4-7-1920. Henry A. Berry was born 2-8-1832 and died 4-6-1920. ch

Payette Enterprise
Thursday, April 29, 1920
THOMPSON, RUSSELL R.
Russell R. Thompson was born in Illinois August 1851, and if he had lived till this August 1920 he would have been 69 years old. He leaves two children, Frank and Charles, of Fruitland, the mother having passed away in Iowa, in 1906. There are also one brother and three sisters living in the East who were unable to come to the funeral. Heartfelt sympathy is extended to all of those who mourn.

PROMINENT MEN PASS AWAY

RUSSELL R. THOMPSON

It again becomes our duty to pay our last tribute of love and respect to a friend whose departure from this life leaves many sorrowing friends. Russell R. Thompson, who came to the Payette Valley thirteen years ago and during that time has made a host of friends, was taken suddenly ill while working on the A. S. Worth ranch just south of Payette last Thursday morning. He had been in his usual good health and had dressed rather early that morning and while building the fire fell behind the stove in an unconscious condition. Mr. and Mrs. Worth immediately came to his assistance and with considerable effort restored him to consciousness. A doctor was called and on Friday morning he was taken to the Hospital at Ontario where he passed away the following morning. His remains were brought to Wood & Spaulding's Undertaking Parlor and that evening removed to the home of his son, Frank Thompson near Fruitland. Funeral services were held at the Methodist church in Fruitland Monday afternoon conducted by Rev. VanDeusen and Rev. Eby. The large attendance of sorrowing friends who were at the funeral bespeaks the esteem of the departed in his community. The church was packed and a large number of autos followed to Riverside cemetery where the body was laid to rest.

Russell R. Thompson was born at Dixon, Ill., August 18, 1851, and departed this life at the Ontario Hospital, April 24, 1920, age 68 years, 8 months and 6 days. He was married to Ellen Hollis at Sterling, Ill., in September 1870. Two sons were born to bless this union, Charley Thompson of Toppenish, Washington and Frank Thompson of Fruitland, who were both present at the funeral. In 1878 he moved to Panora, Iowa, where his wife died in 1906, and the following year he moved to Idaho with his two sons and their families, and where he has lived until the time of his death. (Riverside Cemetery)

Payette Enterprise
Thursday, April 29, 1920
STRONG, CHARLES ALVAH
PROMINENT MEN PASS AWAY

Charles Alvah Strong was born at College Springs, Iowa, September 20, 1858 and passed away at his home in New Plymouth at nine o'clock Monday morning, April 26, 1920, death due to angina pectoris. Mr. Strong was educated at the State Agricultural College, Manhattan, Kansas, and commenced teaching in the public schools in Kansas at the age of 20. He later became Superintendent of Schools of Nemaha County, Kansas, and Superintendent of the City Schools of Ellis, Kansas. After leaving College he followed educational work exclusively, with the exception of the past six years during which time he engaged in horticultural pursuits.

Mr. Strong was married to Martha Virginia Zeller, August 30, 1882. Four children survive: Wendell, Everett, Wayland and Mrs. L. V. Kenkel, the latter residing at Caldwell. Mr. and Mrs. Strong arrived in Idaho in 1909 and soon after Mr. Strong became Superintendent of the New Plymouth and Valley View schools, filling that position acceptably for five years. Mrs. Strong died October 19, 1913, four years after establishing their home in New Plymouth.

On November 11, 1914, Mr. Strong was united in marriage to Mrs. Minnie Davis, widow of the late Dr. Sumner Davis. Besides his wife he leaves three brothers, James R. Strong, City Clerk of Moscow, Idaho; Ralph and George Strong of Garfield, Washington, and a sister, Mrs. Addie Maxfield, of Topeka, Kansas. Mr. Strong was a member of the Masonic Lodge and Modern Woodmen Lodge, and at the time of his death was County Commissioner of Payette County. Mr. and Mrs. Strong lived on their farm east of town for the last six years, moving into town two months ago. Mr. Strong only recently purchased the New Plymouth Sentinel, and would have taken over the plant May 1st. The funeral was held Wednesday afternoon at two o'clock at the home being conducted by Rev. H. F. Knight and Rev. Clayton Rice. The pall bearers were: Messrs, Louis Wachter, J. H. Hanigan, Dr. McBride, James LaCrone, E. B. Reese and A. I. Snyder. the quartet sang "Abide With Me," "Lead Kindly Light" and "The Home of the Soul." Many beautiful floral offerings were given. those from out of town were his brothers, James of Moscow, and Ralph of Garfield, Wash., Graham Davis of Filer, Idaho, and Mr. and Mrs. Merrill Davis of Payette. Deep sympathy is extended the family. (Parkview Cemetery)

Payette Enterprise
Thursday, May 06, 1920
JIMERSON, ROBERT L.
Robert L. Jimerson was born in Clinton County, Illinois, March 9th, 1883 and died at his home north of Payette, May 3rd, 1920, after an illness of about two years, being 37 years, 1 month and 23 days old. There remain to mourn his loss, a wife and two sons, Mearl, age 9, and Earl, age 5, three brothers and three sisters: Mrs. J. T. Melcom of New Mexico, Mrs. Wm. Cahill and W. A. Jimerson of Illinois, Mrs. C. G. Goodwin of Sweet, Idaho, and Wesley and Presley Jimerson of Payette, besides a host of relatives and friends.

Mr. Jimerson was united in marriage to Miss Estella Hurd, September 27, 1905.

The funeral service was held in the Baptist Church Tuesday afternoon, the pastor of the church officiating.

The Pall-bearers were three brothers of Mrs. Jimerson, Claud, Clyde and Glenn Hurd, and three brothers of the deceased, Presley, Wesley and Will Jimerson. (Riverside Cemetery)

Payette Enterprise
Thursday, May 06, 1920
ALLEN, NEWELL FRANCIS
A FORMER PAYETTE BOY ACCIDENTALLY KILLED

According to a telegram received by E. F. Allen Wednesday morning his son N. F. Allen, a young man of about 30 years of age was hurt by a steam shovel Tuesday May 4 at 7 p.m. and died at 4 a.m. the next morning. No particulars further than the message has been received. The body will be shipped to Payette and will arrive sometime Friday. No funeral arrangements have been made.

(Payette Enterprise - Thursday, May 13, 1920)

NEWELL FRANCIS ALLEN

Born at Manhattan, Kansas, August 31, 1887. He moved with his parents to Idaho in 1895, where he attended the Payette public schools up to and including the eighth grade. He started out early in life to do for himself and has lived in different parts of the Northwest, most of the time working with construction companies. He became proficient in his chosen work and for the past four years has followed the occupation of dredge engineer.

He was the only son of E. F. Allen, who has lived near Payette for the past twenty-five years and is one of our well known citizens.

Newell Francis Allen died May 5, 1920, at Everett, Washington. His death was the result of an accident which happened while he was on duty as engineer. He lived but a short time after the accident. The body was brought to Payette, his old home, for burial. The funeral service was conducted at the First Baptist Church, Rev. Buell, the pastor, officiating, Saturday, May 8, at two o'clock. A large number of friends and neighbors attended the service and testified to their interest by generous contributions of beautiful flowers. Interment in Riverside cemetery. A father, two sisters, Mrs. Hamill of Boise and Mrs. Pansy Raby of Payette, keenly feel the loss of a son and brother. (Riverside Cemetery)

THANKS EXPRESSED

We appreciate the kindness shown by our friends and neighbors in our bereavement in the loss of son and brother, and hereby extend to all who so unselfishly showed their interest in our situation our sincere thanks. We especially mention the offerings of beautiful flowers and the kindness of the choir in providing appropriate music. E. F. Allen, Mrs. Emma Hamill and family, Mrs. Pansy Raby and family

Payette Enterprise
Thursday, May 13, 1920
HURD, MAX LOREN
INFANT SON

Max Loren Hurd, infant son of Mr. and Mrs. Earl Hurd, departed this life May 9, 1920, aged 26 days. Death was due to whooping cough. The little life brightened the earth for a short while when God transplanted him to a fairer clime, where "their angels do always behold the face of my father which is in heaven" The parents have the deep sympathy of all their neighbors and friends.

Funeral services at the home, conducted by A. E. Houser, pastor of the Church of God. Interment in Payette cemetery. (Riverside Cemetery)

Payette Enterprise
Thursday, May 20, 1920
BANNISTER, FRANKLIN
Frank Bannister was born in Iowa in June 1850, and later moved with his parents to Kansas. About the year 1880 he came with his mother and two brothers to Idaho, settling on a homestead taken by his mother on Little Willow Creek where they remained until eleven years ago when his mother died. Then he came to Payette and was united in marriage to Anna F. Stevens. He at this time purchased the Frank Crighton home on Lover's Lane where they made their home until the time of his death. Mr. Bannister health had been failing for some time and the latter part of April he went to Arizona thinking to find relief, but the dread disease, the great white plague, had too firm a hold and the end came on Saturday, May the 8th. His remains were brot back to Payette where the funeral services were held from the home at 2:30 Wednesday, May 12th, conducted by Rev. H. K. Wallis, pastor of the Methodist Church. Besides a wife he leaves to mourn his departure three brothers and one sister. Of the deceased we can say he was a man of good standing in the community. He was honest and upright in all his dealings and will be missed by many friends in this vicinity. (Riverside Cemetery)

Payette Enterprise
Thursday, May 20, 1920
WILLIAMS, DAVID
MR. D. H. WILLIAMS PASSES AWAY

We just learned of the death of Mr. D. H. Williams which occured this morning at an early hour, at his home in east Payette. Mr. Wiliams has long been a resident of the Payette Valley and the news of his death will sadden the hearts of many people who have known him for many years. We have heard of no funeral arrangements, but will publish an appropriate obituary next week.

Payette Enterprise (Thursday, May 27, 1920)

OBITUARY OF DAVID WILLIAMS

"There is a reaper whose name is death,
And with His sycle keen,
He reaps the bearded grain with a breath.
And the flowers that grow between."

Of a truth of these poetic words, we are again reminded in the death of David H. Williams who fell under the stroke of the sickle as bearded grain, ripe for the shock. He lived a long and useful life.

He was born in Monogeheia Co, Virginia, February 24, 1846 and left us to enter that abundant life spoken of by Christ in the Gospel of John, May 20, 1920, aged 74 years, 2 mo., and 26 days.

He was most happily married at Jackson, Ohio, June 25th, 1870 to Amelia A. Stover. Had Mr. Williams lived, this worthy couple would have celebrated their Golden Wedding in June. The union was blessed with four children still living: Mrs. Adia Bowmar of Cove, Arkansas; W. R. Williams; Mary E. McClure, and Sadie M. Krost all of Payette. Besides the children and wife there are one brother, two sisters and twelve grandchildren besides a host of friends who live after him. For these the hour is dark but they sorrow not as those who have no hope.

His Church work dated from early life. He was converted at the age of 17 and fellowshipped with the Methodist Church. Upon moving from Nebraska to Idaho he chose the Church of God at Payette and his life has been a blessing to the Church and a glory to God. As a believer he has awakened with the Savior's likeness. He confessed Christ before men and Jesus will confess him before the Father. Brother Williams was blind for a number of years in this life but now he can see. We lay the earthly tabernacles away but the spirit has gone to God "where the many mansions be."

Funeral services were conducted from the Church of God by Evangelist J. E. Barbour and his pastor, rev. A. E. Houser. Interment in Riverside Cemetery.

Payette Enterprise (Thursday, May 27, 1920)

Mr. D. H. Williams passed away last Thursday at his home in Payette. He formerly lived on the bench near Fruitland. He was seventy-four years old; was born in Virginia and lived in Ohio and Nebraska before moving here eighteen years ago. He became a member of the Methodist Church when a boy seventeen years of age and remained a Methodist until about eight years ago when he united with the Church of God. He lost his eye sight two years ago but enjoyed going to church and listening to the truths of God. He was taken sick at church Sunday morning, May 16th with tonsillitis and seemed his system was not able to throw off the poison. The funeral was held in Payette at the church of God Sunday at 2:30p.m. He leaves a wife, one son and three daughters, one brother and one sister, all of whom were here but one daughter who's home is in Arkansas. The bereaved family have the sympathy of their many Fruitland friends. (Riverside Cemetery)

Payette Enterprise
Thursday, June 10, 1920
FRENCH, COLEMAN
PROMINENT PIONEER CALLED TO REST

Coleman S. French, one of Payette County's most respected citizens, died at his home near New Plymouth Saturday evening at 7 o'clock after a long continued illness. He had been in failing health for several years but was not confined to his bed but a few days. Funeral services were held from the home Monday afternoon at 2 o'clock conducted by Rev. Knight when the largest procession of sorrowing friends ever witnessed, followed to the last resting place at the New Plymouth Cemetery.

Mr. French was highly respected not only in his own community but throughout the state of Idaho. He was one of the early settlers in the Payette Valley and was one of the main factors in the upbuilding of Southern Idaho. He was a good neighbor and will be greatly missed in his community.

Coleman S. French was born November 27, 1847 at Borrie, Vermont and departed this life June 5th, 1920, age 72 years, 6 months and 9 days. He was a graduate of the Borrie Academy, taught school one year, moved to Chicago in 1866, and later to Marshalltown where he was in the employ of the Iowa Central Railroad for 20 years; then moved to the State of Ohio where he started a wholesale Drygoods store, and came to Idaho in 1898 where he continued to live until the time of his death. (Parkview Cemetery)

Payette Enterprise
Thursday, June 17, 1920
DUNN, H. E.
H. E. DUNN DIES IN CALIFORNIA

It brought sorrow to many hearts in this city when it was learned thru the daily papers that H. E. Dunn, President and General Manager of the Pacific and Idaho Northern Railroad had died at Long Beach Sanitarium, Long Beach, California. Death occurred at noon last Monday, and on Tuesday the funeral was held at Long Beach and the body was taken to his old home town, Zanesville, Ohio, for burial. Mr. Dunn began as a railroad man when but a boy and has been associated with every branch of the service from operative to railroad official. Before coming to Idaho, Mr. Dunn was traveling passenger agent for the Oregon Short Line and Union Pacific Railroad, with headquarters at Salt Lake. He came to Payette about 15 years ago and built the Payette Valley Railroad from Payette to New Plymouth and later continued the line to Emmett. The building of this branch line has done perhaps more to build up the Payette Valley than any one thing. After operating the road successfully for several years he sold to the Oregon Short Line and retired from railroad life for about two years during which time he built the Hotel Bancroft which will stand as another monument that the big hearted railroad man will never be forgotten.

In October 1918, Mr. Dunn succeeded E. M. Higho as President and general manager of the Pacific and Idaho Northern railroad, and by his efficient management more than doubled the business of the road. On account of failing health caused by Brights Disease he went to Waukesha, Wis. for treatment at the sanitarium about two months ago but the disease had too firm a hold and the attending physician advised his removal in a lower altitude. He was taken to Long Beach, California by his most intimate friend, Joel L. Priest of Boise, about three weeks ago where he could spend his last days with his little daughter, Betty Jane Dunn.

He was born in Zanesville, Ohio, about 56 years ago. As a railroad man Mr. Dunn ranks among the highest in Idaho. He was free hearted and made friends wherever he went. He was one of the main factors in building up the Payette Valley and the City of Payette. There is perhaps no community in which Mr. Dunn has lived where he made more warm friends than at Payette and it is with the deepest sorrow that we realize he has gone never to return.

In addition to his little daughter, Betty Jane, Mr. Dunn leaves two sisters in Zanesville, Ohio, and one brother, D. W. Dunn of Oakland, California.

His estate is in charge of the Tracy Loan and Trust Co. of Salt Lake.

Payette Enterprise
Thursday, July 01, 1920
DAY, S. O.
Mr. S. O. Day was born in Jennings County, Indiana, November 25, 1842, and passed to his reward June 22nd, 1920. The first 25 years of his life were spent in Indiana and the last seven years in Idaho. He came from Indiana to Miama County, Kansas in 1867, and was married to Miss Caroline Green in 1870. To this union were born nine children, six daughters and three sons. There remain to mourn his death, a wife and three daughters and three sons, viz, Mrs. Buell and Josephine Day both of Payette, and Mrs. E. E. Evans of Indianapolis, Indiana, and Pharas Day of Kansas City, Kansas; Lewis Day of Paola, Kansas and P. B. Day of Vinita, Oklahoma. Father Day united with the Baptist church in 1873 and lived a consistent Christian life.

Payette Enterprise
Thursday, July 08, 1920
MILLER, ELSIE
The funeral of Mrs. Elsie E. Miller, wife of H. W. Miller who died at her home near French Tuesday morning after a continued illness was held at the Methodist Church Wednesday afternoon conducted by Rev. M. D. Reed. Mr. and Mrs. Miller came to Idaho from Independence, Iowa, eight years ago. They were the parents of 14 children, 7 having preceded their mother to the better world. Mrs. Miller was 64 years of age and has been a member of the M.E. Church since childhood. The sympathy of many friends in this community is extended to the bereaved family. (Riverside Cemetery)

Payette Enterprise
Thursday, July 22, 1920
HODGE, MINNIE ESTER
The funeral of Mrs. B. F. Hodge who died at her home in Payette early Friday morning after an illness of but a few days, was held at the Episcopal church Sunday afternoon at 3 o'clock, conducted by Rev. Thomas Ashworth, assisted at the grave by the Royal Neighbors. Interment took place in Riverside cemetery.

Minnie Ester Ringer was born in Chariton County, Mo., December 18, 1882, and moved with her parents to Colorado when a child 5 years of age, and later to the state of Oregon, and to this county 21 years ago settling on Little Willow Creek. she was united in marriage January 1st to B. F. Hodge. To this union three children were born, one of whom died in infancy. Besides a husband she leaves to mourn her early departure, two daughters, Zella and Vergie, aged eleven and twelve years, a mother, Mrs. C. C. Ringer, two sisters, Mrs. Jasper Roe of Willow Creek, Mrs. J. G. Stull of Durke, Oregon, and a brother, Herbert of Nampa, Idaho.

Mrs. Hodge was a kind woman, a good neighbor and loved by those who knew her best. Her chief aim in life was the care of her family who will keenly feel the loss of a wife and mother, and especially the two little girls who will miss the mothers care and training. The sympathy of a large circle of friends will be extended to the bereaved ones in their saddest hour. (Riverside Cemetery)

Payette Enterprise
Thursday, August 19, 1920
FRAZIER, BESSIE
MRS. T. H. FRAZIER

This community was greatly shocked when it was learned that Mrs. T. H. Frazier, living one mile south of Payette had suddenly passed away after but a few hours illness. The writer is not in possession of the facts to give a full and complete obituary, but the sudden passing of this good woman is sad indeed, as she leaves besides her husband, two small children who will keenly feel the loss of a mother's care and training. Mrs. Frazier was born in Iowa, August 3rd, 1890, being at the time of her death but a few days over 30 years of age. The funeral services were held this Thursday forenoon at 10 o'clock at the Christian church conducted by Rev. H. E. Mowe. The deceased, besides her immediate family leaves to mourn her loss, a father and mother, four brothers and three sisters. The mother , one sister and two brothers from Iowa arrived last evening to be present at the funeral. Mr. Frazier's two sisters, one from Bend, Oregon, and one from Iowa and one from Nampa are also here. Mr. and Mrs. Frazier have lived in this vicinity for many years and have made many acquaintances and near friends who will not only feel the loss of a dear friend, but will offer their sympathy to the bereaved relatives in this their saddest hour. (Riverside Cemetery)

Payette Enterprise
Thursday, August 26, 1920
ANDERSON, ALLEN RICHARD
DR. ALLEN ANDERSON DIED

The community was saddened last Tuesday evening when it was learned that Dr. Allen Anderson of Ontario had passed away at the Ontario hospital from effects of a carbuncle. Dr. Anderson grew to young manhood on the Fruitland Bench and only recently commenced to practice in Ontario. - An obituary will be published next week.

Payette Enterprise (September 2, 1920)

ALLEN RICHARD ANDERSON

Allen Richard Anderson was born August 1, 1890, at Cokata, Minnesota, and departed from this life Tuesday, August 24, 1920, at 4:45 o'clock p.m., at Holy Rosary Hospital, Ontario, Oregon, aged thirty years and twenty-four days. Death was due to pneumonia.

He moved to Provo, Utah, with his parents when quite young, where he spent eleven years, and from there he came with them to Fruitland, Idaho, where his home has been until last March when he entered the firm of Dr. Weese and Dr. Fortner of Ontario, Oregon. He graduated from the Payette High School in 1911, studied for two years in the University of Idaho, where he prepared for a five year course in the University of Minnesota, where he graduated in medicine. After a year spent in the service of this country he took a six month's post graduate course in internal medicine at Harvard university, and for these brief months since March has practiced medicine in Ontario, passing the examination in Oregon.

Dr. Anderson was baptized and confirmed in the Swedish Lutheran Church at Payette when a child and ever after remained a member. The deceased leaves to mourn his going away a host of good friends. Those who feel the loss most are the parents, Mr. and Mrs. John Anderson, who were called from Riverside, California, upon learning of his serious illness, his brother, Earnest V. of Parma; his sister, Florence M., and the young woman who was to have been his life companion. -Contributed

Payette Enterprise
Thursday, September 02, 1920
NODLE, ABRAHAM
After a long and useful life, living true to the teachings of his Lord and Savior, Abraham Nodle passed peacefully away at the home of his daughter Mrs. C. H. Bowman, in the north part of town Tuesday afternoon at 3 o'clock.

Mr. Nodle was born in Portage County, Ohio, March 28th, 1822; emigrated with his parents' to Iowa in 1857, in which state he resided until 1894. He was united in marriage January 22, 1857 to Sarah Anne Nee Ogden at Maquota, Iowa. Six children were born to bless this union of whom but two are now living, A. T. Nodle who now resides in the state of Washington, and Mrs. C. H. Bowman of this city.

In 1894 he moved with his wife to Butte, Montana, and two years later moved by team to Weiser, Idaho and settled on a 20 acre orchard tract where he continued to live until 1908 when he came to Payette to make his home with his daughter, Mrs. C. H. Bowman, his wife having preceded him to the better world that year. He continued to live at the Bowman home until death called him to his reward, August 31st, being at the time over 87 years of age.

Mr. and Mrs. Nodle both united with the Brethren Church in early life and continued to live true and faithful to the teachings of that organization to the end. Short services were held at the Bowman home this Thursday afternoon, the procession then went to Weiser where the funeral was held from the Brethren Church. Interment was made in the Weiser cemetery beside his wife.

Payette Enterprise
Thursday, September 23, 1920
HURD, HAROLD
INFANT CHILD PASSES AWAY

The infant son of Mr. and Mrs. Clyde Hurd died at their home in Whitley Bottom early Tuesday morning at the age of one month. Funeral services were held Tuesday afternoon from the home conducted by Rev. C. W. Buell, pastor of the Baptist church of Payette. Interment was made in the Riverside cemetery. The family have the sympathy of many friends in this community. (Riverside Cemetery)

CARD OF THANKS

We wish to thank our many neighbors and friends who so kindly gave their assistance and sympathy during the sickness and death of our dear baby. Mr. and Mrs. Clyde Hurd

Note: According to the Idaho Death Index - Harold Hurd was born 8-15-1920 and died 9-21-1920. ch

Payette Enterprise
Thursday, September 23, 1920
BLOYD, J. W.
FORMER PAYETTE PASTOR IS DEAD

Rev. J. W. Bloyd, for a number of years Pastor of the local Church of God, passed away at his home in Wellington, Kansas, August 24th in his 75th year. Such is the word received by some of his old friends in Payette. He will be greatfully remembered by his many friends here for his love of souls, self denial, and kindly service.

Payette Enterprise
Thursday, September 30, 1920
POWELL, JENNIE
Mrs. C. C. POWELL

The many friends both at Fruitland and Payette will be sorry to hear of the death of Mrs. C. C. Powell at Corvallis, Ore. The Powells were former residents of Fruitland, having lived there many years before going to Corvallis to make their home. Heart failure is said to be the cause of her death. The body arrived this morning on No. 4. So far no funeral arrangements have been made but it will very likely be held Sunday in Fruitland. Mrs. Powell's son, Walter L. West, of McKees, Penn., is expected to arrive for the funeral. Besides her husband and son Walter, she is survived by tow sons, Harry of Fruitland, and C. K. of Corvallis. An obituary will be published next week.

Payette Enterprise (Thursday, October 7, 1920)

JENNIE A POWELL

The community was shocked and saddened Wednesday when the news was given out of the death of Mrs. Jennie A. Powell, wife of C. C. Powell, which occurred Tuesday evening about 7 o'clock, caused by a stroke of apoplexy, when she was seen to fall at the fate of her home, In Corvallis, Oregon. She had passed away before anyone could reach her side.

Jennie A. Powell was born in Salem, Pennsylvania, Sept 13, 1857, and died in Corvallis, Oregon, Tuesday evening. September 23rd, 1920, aged 63 years, and 15 days. In 1883 she was married to Walter L. West of McKeesport, Pa., he having died in 1885. One son was born of the first marriage. In 1887 she was married to Charles C. Powell of Plattsburg, Mo. To them were born two sons, C.K. and Harry. They resided in Missouri twenty-one years, then removed to Colorado, where they lived two years, and in 1911 moved to Payette, where they have since resided, until March of this year they went to Corvallis, for Mr. Powell's health.

The body was brought to Payette last Thursday morning, accompanied by the husband and C. K. Powell and wife, awaiting the arrival of her son, Mr. West from McKeesport, who arrived Saturday evening. A husband, three sons and five grandchildren survive.

The funeral services were held Sunday afternoon in the Methodist church, Payette, and the sermon preached by the pastor, Rev. Clyde Walker, assisted by Rev. Van Deusen of the Fruitland M.E. Church. The body was interred in the cemetery at Ontario, surrounded by a host of loving friends and the family and the abundance of flowers as a taken of esteem and love.

Mrs. Powell endeared herself to all who knew her. Her's was a bright, sunny nature and her helpfulness and cheery spirit will be missed by many and the niche in the home never filled. Sincere sympathy is extended to the family.

Payette Enterprise
Thursday, September 20, 1920
BAKER, JAMES
James Baker, living near Payette died Wednesday from effects of a cancer. The funeral will be held Friday morning at 10 o'clock, at the Methodist Church. An obituary notice will be published next week. (Riverside Cemetery)

Payette Enterprise
Thursday, September 30, 1920
KING, ELIZABETH
The funeral of Mrs. Elizabeth King who died Sunday evening, was held at the C. W. Johnson home, Tuesday, conducted by Rev. Knight of New Plymouth.

Elizabeth Ruff was born in Tennessee, July 18, 1831 and died at the home of her daughter, Mrs. C. W. Johnson, Sept. 26, 1920, age 89 years, 2 months and 8 days. She moved with her parents from Tennessee to Mississippi when a young girl, and in 1854 was married to Alex King.

To this union four children were born, two sons and two daughters. The boys died when quite young. The daughters are: Mrs. C. W. Johnson of near Payette, and Mrs. John Applegate of New Plymouth.

Since the death of her husband in 1906, Grandma King had been making her home with her daughter, Mrs. C. W. Johnson. She is also survived by grand-children and great grand-children to the number of 25. (Riverside Cemetery)

Payette Enterprise
Thursday, October 14, 1920
GREEN, ANNETT
MRS. ANNETT P. GREEN

Died at the home of her daughter, Mrs. H. J. Tunis, September 4th, 1920, Mrs. Annett P. Green of Independence, Oregon, at the age of 71 years. Mrs. Tunis is her only child. Mrs. Green's husband died in June of this year. She was a member of the Congregational Church and W. R. C. at Independence. The funeral will be held at the Veatch chapel Monday, at 2:30 o'clock, Rev. A. M. Spangler will have charge of the services and the remains will be interred in the I.O.O.F. cemetery. W.R.C. will hold services at the grave. - Contributed

Mrs. Green was formerly a resident of Payette, having lived on N. Sixth Street a few years ago.

Payette Enterprise
Thursday, October 14, 1920
COFFEE, BEN
BEN COFFEE ENDS LIFE

Ben Coffee, a resident of Washoe Bottom, committed suicide sometime during Thursday night by shooting himself through the heart with a shotgun. His body was found about noon Friday by Mr. Pettit, a neighbor who was passing by and stopped at his home on the C.F. Draper ranch, as had been his usual custom. When Mr. Pettit entered the house -- a small tenement house on the Draper ranch -- he found the lifeless body in a pool of blood lying on the bed with the upper part of the body uncovered and a shot-gun under the covers where it had been kicked to the foot of the bed by the recoil of the charge. It was evident the gun was discharged by means of using his toe on the trigger. The charge entered the body directly over the heart causing instant death. Mr. Pettit at once notified Sheriff Jeffries who immediately went to the scene in company with County Attorney R.E. Haynes and Undertaker Glenn Landon who brought the remains to Lauers' Undertaking Parlor. As the evidence at hand showed clearly a case of suicide, no inquest was held. Domestic trouble is supposed to have been the cause of the rash act. Funeral services were held from the Baptist Church Sunday afternoon at two o'clock. The deceased was 33 years of age and leaves a wife, a mother, one sister and one brother. (Riverside Cemetery)

Payette Enterprise
Thursday, October 21, 1920
SHEPHARD, JOHN
Just before going to press we learn the sad news of the death of John Shephard which occurred at Caldwell Tuesday, following an operation a few days before. We have no further particulars but will endeavor to publish an obituary next week.

Payette Enterprise (October 28, 1920)

LIFE HISTORY OF JOHN SHEPHERD

John Shepherd was born March 2, 1891 and departed this life Oct. 19, 1920. He was therefore aged 29 years, 7 months and 17 days. No age is immune to death.

Brother Shepherd was cut down in the prime of life. Now we are reminded of the words of Saint James where he declares, "What is queer life? It is even a vapor that appeareth for a little while, and then vanisheth away." He happily married Miss Ellen Davis a little more than a year ago who survives him and is deeply sensible of her great loss of the arm upon which she leaned. Death never waits for our revelation to make its abode. How true are the words: "Death floats upon every passing breeze, That perils every heart."

He is also survived by his aged blind father, his mother, three brothers; Frank, Henry and Fred, and three sisters; Almeda, Mary and Martha. To all these the hour is truly dark yet they sorrow not as those who have no hope. His earthly tabernacle is laid away but the Spirit has gone to God who gave it. He confessed Christ here and Christ will confess him before the Father.

Under the labors of Rev. T. W. Turpin, he was converted and fellowshipped with the Church of God. He was one who carried in life the stamp of noble manhood. Since making his home at Ontario he was a constant attendant of the Baptist church.

He served his day and generation and fell asleep, "Asleep in Jesus' blessed sleep, From which none ever wakes to weep. A calm and undisturbed repose, Unbroken by the last of foes."

Funeral services took place at the Ontario Baptist Church, Rev. Argyl Houser in charge, assisted by Rev. Blum. Interment in Ontario Cemetery.

Payette Enterprise
Thursday, October 28, 1920
JOHNSON, EDITH
The funeral service of little Edith, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. John Johnson, was held at 3 o'clock Tuesday at the home of Grandpa and Grandma Johnson in the southeast part of town. Edith was a bright little girl, 2 years, 7 months old, and was only sick four or five days. Her death was a great shock to her parents and grandparents.

Note: According to the Idaho Death Index, she was born 4-8-1918 and died 10-25-1920. ch

Payette Enterprise
Thursday, October 28, 1920
SINNOTT, ELIZABETH
The funeral service of the infant daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Geo. Sinnott was held at their home in Whitley Bottom Thursday, October 21st. Elizabeth Sinnott was only ten days old, but will be greatly missed by her parents.

Note: According to the Idaho Death Index, Elizabeth Sinnott was born 10-9-1920 and died 10-20-1920. ch

Payette Enterprise
Thursday, November 11, 1920
POWELL, FRANK
RECEIVES HIS FINAL SUMMONS
OBITUARY OF F. M. POWELL

"After the burden and heat of the day.
The starry calm of night. After the rough and toilsome way,
A sleep in the robes of white, O sweet is the slumber wherewith the King
Hath called the weary to rest. For sleeping they hear the angels sing;
they lean on the Master's breast."

How fitting these words in memory of one who served his day and generation well.

He was born in Missouri March 19, 1857, and departed this life at his home on Sixth Street, Nov. 4, 1920. His age, therefore, was 63 years, 7 months and 15 days. No age is immune to the attack of death and death never waits for our revelation to make its abode.

In Missouri, at an early age, he was converted and was a member of an M.E. church there. Upon moving to Payette, he chose the Church of God and was a consistent Christian. So close was his walk with the Master - that as others looked upon him they saw Christ.

In the year 1887 he was married to Miss Huffman and this union was blessed with four sons all living. They are: William of Portland; David of Pocatello; Tillsman of Payette; and Alex in California. His wife died in 1904 and in 1906 he was again happily married to Mrs. Mills of Payette. All these loved ones a sister, Mrs. Keele of Payette, and many relatives and friends live to mourn their loss. But they sorrow not as those who have no hope. His earthly tabernacle has been laid away but the Spirit has gone to God where the "many mansions be." We shall meet beyond the river is the peculiar hope of the Christian.

Now another faithful member of the Payette church is gone. As one by one these old soldiers of the cross pass on we wonder, "Who will take their places?" He will be greatly missed by all who knew him.

Funeral services at the Church of God conducted by his Pastor, Rev. A. E. Houser, who spoke from Rev. 14:13. Interment in Payette cemetery. (Riverside Cemetery)

Payette Enterprise
Thursday, November 18, 1920
JACOBSON, CARL
It is with feelings of deepest sorrow that the Enterprise records the death of Carl Jacobsen which occurred at the Sanitarium in Hot Lake, Oregon, Monday evening, November 15th at 9:15 o'clock.

The sad intelligence was received by telephone immediately after he had passed away, and within a few minutes was transferred to relatives and near friends, casting a deep feeling of gloom over the entire town.

He was taken suddenly ill on Monday, October 25th, and on Wednesday evening, accompanied by his wife, Father and Mother, and Mrs. Ida Wells, was taken to Hot Lake, Oregon where, on the following morning a surgical operation was performed disclosing an acute case of appendicitis and other complications of a critical nature. From this he seemed to rally and great hopes were entertained for his recovery. A week later complications began to developed, necessitating another operation on November 11th, from which he never recovered, notwithstanding the fact that every means known to medical science, was given and the tender care of loving hands.

With death there is always sadness but in the loss of this noble young man it is more than usual. He was young and in the prime of life with every bright prospect before him. His was a happy home, unmarred by harsh words or neglect - a home where affection and devotion abounded; a devoted wife who surrendered all and was with him through his sickness to the end; two sweet children who will miss the father's tender care and training; a father and mother whom he loved and honored and who relied upon his advice and assistance in all business affairs. For years he has cheerfully carried the load of responsibility and relieved his father of business cares. When there seemed to be so much depending on him and he could be illy spared, we ask, "why should he be taken?" There is no answer; Death is no respector of person.

Carl was not like many young men of this day and age. He had no bad habits. He was clean, honest, upright and was held with most high esteem by the entire community. His highest aim, was to do what he knew to be right. The writer has known him since a boy and can say from personal knowledge, he was a good boy and grew to be a good man. Good deeds in this world will be rewarded in the next.

It is true his loss will be most keenly felt in his immediate family and by near relatives, but not them alone. He will be missed in the town and community. He was a member of the City Council where he took an active part in the affairs of the city, and where his business judgment and ability will be greatly missed. The City Council was in session when the sad news of his death came. Mayor Woodward, at once, ordered the Flag on the City Hall lowered to half mast in honor of the departed member of the City Council.

He was converted and became a member of the Christian church when a boy 16 years of age. He was a member of the Modern Woodmen in good standing where he carried insurance for the protection of his family which he loved and cherished.

Those who will feel the loss of his early departure are; first, and most of all, his grief stricken wife who, when a child, was his school mate where their love and devotion grew, culminating in their union on June 5th, 1908; his two children - Noland, age 11 years, who is a manly little fellow, bearing his burden of grief bravely and who will be a great comfort to his mother in her sad bereavement, and little Wilma, age 3; a father and mother, Mr. and Mrs. N. A. Jacobsen; two sisters and one brother; Mrs. John Sur and Arma Jacobsen of Payette, and Dr. A. M. Jacobsen of Pocatello; and other near relatives who were all present at the funeral.

Carl was but 33 years, 7 months and 19 days old. He was born in Payette March 27th, 1887 and was united in marriage to Miss Bird Wells, June 5th, 1908.

Funeral services were held from the home this Thursday afternoon at two o'clock, conducted by Rev. Mowe pastor of the Christian Church, where many gathered to pay their last tribute of respect. The many beautiful floral offerings which covered the casket and decorated the room gave testimony of love and respect. Interment took place in the Riverside Cemetery where the body was tenderly laid to its last resting place. Many are the friends who will extend their heartfelt sympathy to the relatives in their sad affliction. (Riverside Cemetery)

Payette Enterprise
Thursday, November 18, 1920
EDGECOMB, ORLO
FUNERAL OF ORLO H. EDGECOMB

The mortal remains of Orlo H. Edgecomb, son of Mr. and Mrs. A. E. Edgecomb, who was drowned near Bordeaux, France January 2, 1919 were interred in the family plot in beautiful Roe Hill Cemetery, Sunday, November 7th.

The body was escorted from the Hennessey funeral home to the Presbyterian church by the American Legion boys, Red Cross women and the Masonic lodge. The precession was headed by the Missouri Valley band and the Caisson on which the casket rested was banked with beautiful flowers.

The services at the church were conducted by Rev. Bell, assisted by Rev. Price and the Presbyterian choir. The church was crowded to overflowing by sorrowing friends.

Rev. Bell was very comforting in his words to the bereaved family and inspiring to the many young men in uniform who were present.

After the services at the church the cortege again formed for the march to the cemetery.

At the grave the Masonic lodge took charge and consigned the body to its last resting place with their beautiful impressive ceremonies.

At the conclusion, the firing squad stepped forward and fired three volleys over the open grave of their fallen comrade, then the sweet mournful notes of the bugle were heard blowing taps which was the close of the services by friends, neighbors and comrade to a fallen hero - Missouri Valley (Iowa) Times

It will be remembered that Mr. Edgecomb was one of Payette's most respected citizens at the time of leaving Payette for Overseas. He was the head miller for the Payette Mills for several years and helped much in placing that establishment on a solid business foundation. He was an honored member of Washoe Lodge No 28 A.F. and A.M., and also a member of the Y.M.C.A.

He was a brother of Mrs. E. W. Madsen of the Fruitland Bench and he had many friends here who extend sympathy to the sorrowing relatives.

Payette Enterprise
Thursday, November 25, 1920
SHEARER, HUGH
HUGH SHEARER PASSES AWAY

At a late hour, just before going to press we learn of the death of Hugh Shearer which occurred at the home of his mother four miles north of Payette, some time Tuesday afternoon. Mr. Shearer had been in ill health for many years afflicted with chronic and a severe case of rheumatism which was the direct cause of his death. We are unable at this time to publish an appropriate obituary as we are not in possession of the facts but will endeavor to do so next week.

(Payette Enterprise, December 2, 1920)

The Passing of Hugh Robert Shearer

Hugh Robert Shearer passed away at the home of his mother, Mrs. Jas. Shearer, on Tuesday afternoon, Nov. 23, 1920, after having suffered with rheumatoid arthritis for more than twenty years.

Hugh was born at Frankfort, Kansas on November 18, 1881, moved to Idaho with his parents in 1900. He attended the Weiser I. I. I. in 1901, and there suffered with the first attack of rheumatism.

He leaves a mother to mourn his loss, also three sisters, Mrs. Tom Moggridge of Payette; Mrs. Albert Robertson of New Plymouth; Mrs. James Carico of Salem, Oregon; and a brother, A. J. Shearer of Payette.

Hugh had been confined to the house for many months and was a constant sufferer, never complaining. His death cast a gloom over the neighborhood. The heartfelt sympathy of the entire vicinity is with the bereaved family. Funeral services were held at the home on Friday afternoon and the body was laid to rest in the Riverside Cemetery. (Riverside Cemetery)

Payette Enterprise
Thursday, November 25, 1920
POWELL, C. C.
Mr. C. C. Powell, a highly respected citizen of this section, passed away at the home of his son Harry Powell, near Fruitland, Monday, Nov. 15th, after a short illness. Grief over the loss of his wife but a few weeks ago, probably hastened his death. Mr. and Mrs. Powell were well and favorably known both at Payette and Fruitland where they have lived and made many warm friends. Mr. Powell was born at Plattsburg, Mo., January 9th, 1855. He was united in marriage to Mrs. Anna A. West, December 22, 1887, and moved to Colorado in 1909, and to Idaho in 1911. He leaves two sons, Harry Powell of Fruitland, and C. K. Powell of Corvallis, Oregon; also four brothers; John A. Powell, Betrand, Mo.; J. L. Powell of Perrine, Mo.; M.R. Powell of Long Beach, Calif.; and Will Powell of Vernal, Utah. Funeral services were held from the M.E. Church at Fruitland Thursday afternoon, conducted by Rev. W. W. VanDusen. Interment was made in the Ontario Cemetery.

Payette Enterprise
Thursday, November 25, 1920
DAVIS, ADELIA
Mrs. Adelia Davis died on the morning of the 23rd in the Holy Rosary Hospital, Ontario, after a short illness from pneumonia. Mrs. VanDerKar, a daughter and two sons live here but funeral arrangements will not be made until distant relatives are heard from.

Payette Enterprise (December 02, 1920)

Rev. Ford Burtch of New Plymouth, former pastor of the Baptist church, held the funeral of Mrs. Adelia Davis, in the church on Friday, at 10 o'clock, assisted by Dr. W. W. Van Dusen. Interment was in Riverside Cemetery, at Payette. (Riverside Cemetery)

CARD OF THANKS

We wish to thank all those who so kindly assisted us during the illness and death of our mother. We expecially thank those who sent the beautiful flowers. Ruth D. VanDerKar and family, Lois H. Davis, Anson Davis, Keith Davis

Payette Enterprise
Thursday, December 02, 1920
ALSPAUGH, HARRIETT
A GOOD MOTHER CALLED

Sadness again visited this community when the news was given out announcing the death of Mrs. M. W. Alspaugh which occurred at her home on Sixth Street Tuesday morning at one o'clock, after several weeks of suffering. The immediate cause of her death, we understand, was cancer of the stomach. Thus a kind mother, a devoted wife is taken, leaving a vacancy in the home that can never be filled.

Harriet Adelaid Anderson was born at Mechanicsburg, Henry County, Ind., December 15th, 1870, and departed this life November 30, 1920 at her home in Payette, being at the time of her death, 49 years, 11 months and 15 days old. She was united in marriage to Moses William Alspaugh at Cadiz, Henry Co, Ind., Nov. 17, 1887. Eleven children were born to bless this home, two of whom preceded her, in infancy.

Mrs. Alspaugh became converted to the Christian faith when a child and has lived a true Christian life to the last. Besides a husband, she leaves nine children to mourn her loss, and to follow her Christian example; Earl M. Alspaugh of Rupert, Idaho; Mrs. Hava L. Clevenger, Rupert, Idaho; Mrs. Clara V. Harkins, Burley, Idaho; Mrs. Cleo J. Graves, Payette, Idaho; Mrs. Flossie M. Frost, Esbon, Kansas; Bufford M. Alspaugh of Payette; Waunetta C., Mildred B., and Ruby W., who are living at home; besides one sister and two brothers.

Funeral services were held at two o'clock this Thursday afternoon at the Church of God, conducted by Rev. Argyl Houser, Pastor. Interment took place in Riverside Cemetery.

Mr. and Mrs. Alspaugh, together with their family, have only been residents of Payette since last spring but during that time they have made a host of friends whom we know will extend to this bereaved family their sincere sympathy in their time of sorrow. (Riverside Cemetery)

Payette Enterprise
Thursday, December 16, 1920
SUMMERS, EVADNA
Mrs. Evadna Summers died at her home in the west part of town Monday, December 13th of pneumonia, after a short illness. She came to Payette with her son about two months ago from Lander, Wyoming. She was born at Pequa, Ohio, August 13th, 1852, being at the time of her death, a few months over 68 years of age. No further information of the deceased is known to us other than she was a believer in the Christian faith and during her time in Payette she attended the Church of God. She leaves to mourn her death, one son, Charles W. Summers of Payette. Funeral services were held from the Church of God Wednesday afternoon, conducted by Rev. A. E. Houser, pastor.

Payette Enterprise
Thursday, December 16, 1920
HANSEN, LARS
After an illness extending over many weeks, Lars Hansen died here on the 14th of February of heart trouble and dropsy. About a month ago he was brought here from his homestead near Sweet for medical care, and although everything was done to restore him to health he failed rapidly and passed away Monday evening at ?:15. Mr. Hansen's sickness and death was particularly sad in view of the fact that he had no relatives in this country, and being almost a stranger, very few friends, but those few saw to it that he wanted for nothing. The deceased was 44 years of age and leaves relatives in Fyen, Denmark. The remains were laid to rest in the Kennedy cemetery. (Applegate-Kennedy Cemetery)

Payette Enterprise
Thursday, December 23, 1920
RHOADS, GEORGE THOMAS
PROMINENT CITIZENS CALLED
GEORGE THOMAS RHOADS

was buried on Tuesday, Dec. 21st, 1920. The services being in the Presbyterian church, conducted by the pastor, assisted in the music by Mrs. Eastman and Mrs. McDonald. The Yeomen also added their ritual service at the grave.

Mr. Rhoads was born in Ottawa, Ill., July 13th, 1866, and died in Payette, Idaho, December 19, 1920. In the state of his birth there remain an aged mother, three brothers and three sisters, with yet another sister in Beinet, Syria, where her husband is a faculty member of the Syrian Protestant College.

The subject of this sketch came west in 1887, and while at the Government School at Sisseton, S. Dak., met Christina De Loeuw who became his wife, the Mrs. Rhoads we all know so well.

In 1902 they came to Payette with the three boys, George Wesley, John Webster, and Stephen G. and a little girl, Marian. To this group another boy Harry was added in the Payette home. These five grew up here, and are so well known that little needs be spoken. The three older boys did however make a military record that should not be passed without mention, since it was their father's experience that probably gave them the impulse to join the State Guards. He served his country in that capacity when a young man, and one after another as they grew up, they pledged themselves to the same loyalty. One result of this is that the second son, John Webster, lies buried in a little French burying ground, having made the last full measure of sacrifice in defense of Democracy. The other two served as they were commanded in the carnage overseas, but returned to enjoy the blessing of peace and longer life. Marian is married to Emmett Morrell; their home is in Pocatello. Harry is nearing the end of his course in our High School.

Beside the persons mentioned as having part in the funeral there were so many others, individuals and organizations that offered their help and brot flowers to literally hide the casket that it needs only a few added words to say all that can be said in honor of a man, husband, father, citizen. Very unpretentious, he yet so lived that nobody hesitated to call on him for personal help, or public service. Neither did any one ever doubt where to find him on questions of right and civic duty. He sought to make all his part of the world a fit place for boys and girls to grow up in, and parents never felt alarm when their young people were at the Rhoads home. He did not accomplish this alone for he had a worth helpmate. But he never shirked his part in helping making it so. He sought the opportunity to speak the right work in season and all who knew him intimately will testify that he succeeded beyond the measure of most men. (Riverside Cemetery)

Payette Enterprise
Thursday, December 23, 1920
ENSIGN, CHARLES
PROMINENT CITIZENS CALLED
CHARLES H. ENSIGN

Last Monday, December 20th we carried to the last resting place the remains of a man who has helped to make very much of the city of Payette.

Charles H. Ensign came here from Cando, North Dakota, in 1900, and since that time he and his wife, Mrs. Adeline Rose (English) have maintained a home, and helped sustain schools, and churches for their five children: Ethel Lisle (Now Mrs. A. J. Hansel); Leslie English, (Died Sept. 25th, 1917); Claude Frederic, (who got three days out toward France); Vivian Juanita; Hazel Bell, (now Mrs. Clarence C. Larson), all of whom are well and favorably known by Payette citizens universally.

Mr. Ensign was born in South Warsaw, New York, December 1st, 1851. At the age of seven he was brot by his parents to Wisconsin, and when he was a man of 35, he came to North Dakota, where he found his wife, and where they lived fourteen years and ? the part of a trusted citizen, county townsman, School Commissioner, Deputy County Auditor, Deputy County Clerk, Post Master and vice president of the Farmers Mutual Insurance Society. Since coming to Payette he has been a Contractor and Builder, and his hand print is on many of the best houses in our city.

One thing he has left as a remembrance that is duplicated in but few cases. He has preserved the line of his ancestry and posterity from 24 years after the landing of the Pilgrim Fathers to the birth of Frederic Hansel (of Fruitland) the last grandson, born July 9, 1919.

Mr. Ensign's death was a surprise and shock to most of us. We knew he had not been rugged for several months, but when his death sickness seized him, it progressed so rapidly that we could scarcely believe the word "he is dead." The funeral service was at the Presbyterian church conducted by the pastor, and completed at the cemetery by the Modern Woodmen of America, in which he held a membership, as well as in the Order of Yeomen. (Riverside Cemetery)

Payette Enterprise
Thursday, December 23, 1920
MORDHORST, GEORGE, JR.
Once more death has taken from our community another respected citizen, George Mordhorst, Jr., who has been a sufferer for the past two years with that dread disease, tuberculosis. He passed away at the home of his parents north of Payette early Wednesday morning. Not being in possession of the particulars we are unable to publish an appropriate obituary. George was a young man highly respected and was the eldest son of Mr. and Mrs. George Mordhorst who have lived in this community for the past twenty years. He was born in Iowa, Feb. 22, 1893. Besides a father and mother, he is survived by six brothers and two sisters. One brother made the supreme sacrifice and now lies buried into battle field of France. Funeral services were held this (Thursday) afternoon at 2 o'clock from the home conducted by Rev. Carl Rueggeberg. (Riverside Cemetery)

1921


Payette Enterprise
Thursday, January 06, 1921
BARKER, CRATON
C. T. Barker died Wednesday, January 5th at the home of his son, Clarence Barker in Washoe after a continued illness. Mr. Barker was born in the state of Illinois, January 11th, 1843, being within a few days of 78 years of age. He is survived by several sons and other relatives in this community. He was a highly respected citizen and will be missed by a large circle of relatives and friends. We hope in our next issue to publish a full and complete obituary. Funeral services were held from the Christian Church this (Thursday) afternoon at two o'clock. (Riverside Cemetery)

Payette Enterprise
Thursday, January 20, 1921
CARLTON, W. C.
PIONEER PASSES AWAY

Mr. W. C. Carlton, an early pioneer of Southern Idaho, and for many years a resident of Washoe, died in Boise last Monday, at the ripe age of 86. He will be well remembered by the early settlers of this section. He was a wagon maker and blacksmith and conducted a shop in Washoe for many years, and was a highly respected citizen.

Payette Enterprise
Thursday, February 24, 1921
CREWS, MARY
Mary E. Crews, 15-year-old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. J. E. Crews, died at her home in Payette Saturday evening as the result of measles which was accompanied by other complications. Short funeral services were held from the home on Monday morning, conducted by Rev. Shamberger, and the body shipped to Nampa for burial. She was highly respected among the younger people of Payette who will grieve at her early departure. She will be missed among her school mates and in social gatherings. Besides a father and mother, she is survived by one brother, Jerry Crews, all at home, and two sisters living on Payette-Oregon Slope, Mrs. Howard and Mrs.Troxell.

Payette Enterprise
Thursday, February 24, 1921
KEELER, MABEL
Mabel Keeler passed away Wednesday at her home two miles north of Payette, after a continued illness and a hard fight with the dread disease tuberculosis. Her death, while not unexpected, was a shock to her many friends and caused a gloom of sadness over the entire community.

The writer has no further information at hand, but will publish full and appropriate obituary next week. Funeral services will be held at the Christian Church Friday morning at 11 o'clock, new time.

Payette Enterprise (Thursday, March 03, 1921)
MISS MABLE, DAUGHTER OF MR. AND MRS. J. E. KEELER DIES

In the passing away of Mabel Keeler there has gone from among us one of God's own children, for surely she was led by his Spirit. There are many who, will miss her keenly for she had many friends. Her life was spent in the occupation of making friends and keeping them.

She was a graduate of Payette High School and after spending some time in Lewiston Normal, came back to Payette to teach her first school, being the only Payette girl to enjoy that honor. She taught several years here and led a very useful life.

Or the last few years she has been unable to teach on account of tubercular trouble from which she died Wednesday morning, February 23.

The funeral was held in the Christian Church of which she was a faithful member since eleven years of age. The service was a beautiful one, much of which she had planned herself, designating boys of her classes as pall bearers and her near neighbors, the Parson's family, to sing. The casket was followed to the front of the church by the boys in uniform, then came twelve girls in white each placing a beautiful flower upon the casket, then their filed in the members of the order of the Eastern Star, almost filling the center section of seats.

Miss Parsons sang most effectively "One sweetly Solemn Thought". The minister H. E. Mowe, preached a short sermon from the text: "She hath Wraught a Good Work. She Hath Done What She Could." These words were wonderfully fitting to her life. She had devoted herself to the ideal of following Christ and being useful in the world. In this she was always consistant, even through her long illness where she was compelled to stay in bed for over two years. She never forgot her Lord, nor her friends, and at the last she asked that some of her flowers be carried to the sick, and accordingly from the bountiful floral offerings twelve sick people received bouquets distributed by members of the Eastern Star of which she was a member, The ritual of the order was said at the grave, where many had gathered even before the casket arrived. (Riverside Cemetery)

Payette Enterprise
Thursday, March 03, 1921
HOLLANDSWORTH, JAMES LAWRENCE
J. L. HOLLANDSWORTH DIES IN BOISE HOSPITAL

Word has just been received, announcing the death of J. L. Hollandsworth which occurred at a Boise Hospital this (Thursday) morning. The body will be brought back to Payette and funeral services will likely be held here Friday afternoon in the Baptist Church. We have no further particulars, but will publish in our next week's issue, an appropriate obituary.

Payette Enterprise (Thursday, March 10, 1921)
JAMES L. HOLLANDSWORTH OBITUARY

James Lawrence Hollandsworth was born at Ansley, Nebraska, Jan. 29, 1888. At the age of 14, he united with the Baptist church, at Broken Bow, Neb., where he was a faithful and consciencious worker. At an early age he embarked in the newspaper business at that place, and later became active in the state militia. His talent along military lines, led him in rapid promotion from the rank of private, to that of Sargeant, Lieutenant, and finally to Captain of Company M, Nebraska National Guard, located at that place. In 1909 he moved to Cherry County, a sparcely settled cattle region of Northern Nebraska, where he acquired a piece of Government land, and tried his hand at ranching. This life however proved distasteful, and in 1913 he sold out, and purchased a drug store at the nearby town of Brownlee. Later he was appointed Postmaster, and also launched forth a newspaper, the Brownlee Booster. Through his efforts a Church and Sunday School was organized, it being the only one in the community. His other activities included the organization of a base-ball club and brass band. In June 1915, he was married to Mrs. Helen Haley, and to this happy union three children were born. In 1917, he disposed of his holdings at that place and came West settling at Payette, which has since been their home. For the past three years Lawrence has been connected with the Postal Department of this place, serving in the capacity of both carrier and clerk. About three months ago he was suddenly stricken with a malady which for a while puzzled the doctors, but was later found to be a very acute case of Brights Disease. His condition however, was very changeable, and some days he would feel well enough to work at the office. Later, his illness assumed a more serious aspect, and since that time, he has steadily grown weaker. On the morning of March 2nd, he was taken to Boise, where the result of his examination seemed to be very favorable to recovery. But that night his condition suddenly became worse and he passed away in an unconscious condition at 7 a.m. the following morning. Upon receipt of a message to that effect. W. R. Williams left immediately for Boise to take charge, returning with the remains on the following day.

The funeral was held Saturday at 2 p.m. at the Baptist Church, where Rev. Buell delivered a very impressive sermon. The pall bearers were all selected from the Post Office force, and the office was closed during the hour of the funeral. The Legion flag was also hoisted and left, at half mast, as a mark of courtesy and respect. The final ceremonies at the grave were conducted under the auspicies of the Yeoman Lodge of which the deceased was an honored member.

Lawrence was always a favorite not only among his fellow workers, but by all who knew him, and his friends were numbered only by his acquaintances. He leaves to mourn his loss, a wife and three children in addition to two step-children, a mother, step-father, and four sisters. The sympathy of the entire community goes out to the family, in the dark hour of their bereavement. (Riverside Cemetery)

Payette Enterprise
Thursday, March 10, 1921
HAZELTINE, LOUISA
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LOUISE T. HAZELTINE

Louise T. Hazeltine was born October 12, 1848, at Weston, Missouri, and died at Nampa, Idaho, March 5, 1921, being 72 years, 4 months and 28 days. She was converted and became a member of the Baptist church when twelve years of age and has been a constant church worker ever since.

Her first marriage was (unreadable) Massey, who died (unreadable). Two children (unreadable) to William who died (unreadable) a few years later, (unreadable) were born to this union (unreadable) died in infancy.

She was married to Charles Hazeltine on her 20th birthday. There were 8 children to bless this union. Her early life was spent in Missouri and Kansas. In 1888 they moved to Vale, Oregon, where they lived for five years. In 1893 they moved to Payette which place was her home until the time of her death which occured at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Ralph Carpenter of Nampa. Her death was very unexpected being caused by apoplexy. Mrs. Hazeltine was a devoted wife and kind mother and a friend to all and will be missed by many friends in this community, who by her kindly ways, have learned to love her.

Besides her husband, she leaves to mourn her departure, six children; Mrs. W. R. Whipple of Payette, J. F. Hazeltine of New Plymouth, Mrs. E. Bull of Boise, W. L. Hazeltine of San Francisco, and Mrs. W. R. Carpenter of Nampa, also grand-children, and 5 great-grand-children. Funeral services were held at the Baptist church, Tuesday afternoon, conducted by Rev. Buhl, Pastor and her body laid to rest in the Riverside cemetery. (Riverside Cemetery)

Payette Enterprise
Thursday, March 17, 1921
CHATFIELD, BERNICE ADELINE
BERNICE CHATFIELD PASSES AWAY

Just before going to press, we learn of the sad news of the death of Bernice Chatfield, the 13 years old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Ray Chatfield which occured about nine o'clock this (Thursday) morning after lying in an unconscious condition for a period of nearly two weeks with sleeping sickness. Great hopes were entertained for her recovery until a very short time before her death when she became suddenly worse and died from strangulation. The news of her death caused many sorrowing hearts in this community. She was a very bright child and a favorite among her school mates and all who knew her. The entire community will extend their sympathy to the bereaved family and other near relatives. So far as we have learned, no funeral arrangements have been made. We will endeavor to publish a more complete obituary in our next issue.

Payette Enterprise (Thursday, March 24, 1921)
BERNICE ADELINE CHATFIELD

Bernice Adeline Chatfield was born at the home of her grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. D. B. Coats, in Payette, December 22nd, 1907, and departed this life March 17th, 1921 at the home of Nurse Baker, after suffering with sleeping sickness for nearly two weeks, being at the time of her death, 13 years, 2 months and 23 days old. During her short life this community has been her home. Through her happy disposition she won the favor of all those who knew her. Her short stay in this world leaves bright and sweet memories of the past. We can but say, she had lived the sweetest part of life, and has escaped the trials and tribulations of a cruel world, and to those who know best, there is no doubt, she had gone to her maker, pure and undefiled, where sorrow and suffering is unknown. Those who will miss her in the home, are the father and mother, three brothers, Leo age 16, Carl age 10, and Willis age 8, besides the grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. D. B. Coats, and other near relatives. Funeral servies were held from the Christian church last Saturday afternoon, conducted by the Pastor, Rev. H. E. Mowe, and the body tenderly laid to rest in the Riverside Cemetery. To the bereaved family and relatives we can say, the entire community will extend their most heartfelt sympathy in the loss of their dear one who has only gone on before. (Riverside Cemetery)

Payette Enterprise
Thursday, March 24, 1921
PETERSON, DELLACENA
MRS. DELLACENA PETERSON

Mrs. Dellacena Peterson was born in Polk County, Mo., May 14, 1863 and died at Payette, Idaho, March 18, 1921. She was united in marriage to H. T. Peterson January 4, 1884, and to this union ten children were born; four girls and six boys. The deceased children are: Fred, Lillie and Arlie, and those living are: Mrs. Betty Baxtor, Wapata, Washington; Mrs. Maud Roger, address unknown; Arthur, Louise Marion, Clarence, Ray and James. The boys were all present at her death. Besides the husband and children mentioned, she leaves one sister, Mrs. Martha Vanderpoll, and brother Vint Crawford, residing at Boise; one sister in Santa Rosa, Calif.; and two brothers in the East. She united with the Baptist church 31 years ago, at Rumels Caspel, Dellas County, Mo. The funeral was held from the Baptist church, Saturday, March 19th, in the presence of a large congregation. (Riverside Cemetery)

Payette Enterprise
Thursday, March 24, 1921
BOYD, JOHN
A long and useful life was ended when John Burns (otherwise known as John Boyd) passed away at his home in Payette, Idaho, March 20th, 1921. He was the third son of Patrick and Ruth Burns, born in Illinois in or about the year 1843, as his correct age is unknown. He was the last of the family circle to pass to the Great Beyond. While he was never a professor of religion, he did many acts of charity never to be forgotten.

In 1878 he visited his old home for a short time, and again returned to the West where he has since made his home. He settled on a farm near Union, Oregon, and was engaged in stock raising for a number of years. He came to Payette, Idaho about ten years ago where he has since made his home. He leaves to mourn their loss, a widow, and a nephew, Albert Burns of Payette and other relatives and friends. Funeral services were held at the home March 21st, by Rev Houser. Interment was in Riverside Cemetery. (Riverside Cemetery)

Payette Enterprise
Thursday, April 14, 1921
DOUGLASS, A. C.
A. C. DOUGLASS PASSES AWAY

Mr. A. C. Douglass, a well-known and highly respected citizen of Payette, died at his home in the north part of town Tuesday morning at 1:30, following a very short illness. Not being furnished with the necessary data for an appropriate obituary, we will endeavor to do so in our next issue. Funeral services were held from the Christian church (this Thursday).

Payette Enterprise (Thursday, April 21, 1921)
OBITUARY

Asa C. Douglass was born Oct. 18, 1847 at Baraboo, Sauk County, Wisconsin, and died at his home here April 12, 1921, aged 73 years, 5 months, 23 days.

His parents were among the early settlers at Baraboo and he was the first white child born in the settlement. While an infant his parents moved to Hillsboro, Vernon county, Wisconsin, where the family built their home in the woods with Indians for playfellows and neighbors. Here he grew to manhood and was married to Myrta A. Hall, October 20, 1972. In the spring of 1880 he moved to Farnhamville, Iowa, where he lived until coming to this state in 1903. He is survived by his wife, three daughters and two sons; Mrs. Clara S. Babcock of Farnhamville, Iowa, Mrs. Bertha P. Keith of Pasco, Wash., Florence, Howard F. and Leon L., of this place. Besides these he leaves ten grandchildren, three great-grandchildren, one brother and two sisters.

He will be greatly missed by family and friends, especially those of the church to which he was devoted for years. Not only was he a very liberal giver to the Lord's work, but he was always present at its services. A good man has fallen, and gone home.

CARD OF THANKS

We wish to express our deep appreciation and heartfelt thanks for the beautiful flowers and kind sympathy shown us during our recent bereavement by the loss of husband and father. MRS. A. C. DOUGLASS AND FAMILY

Payette Enterprise
Thursday, April 07, 1921
WELCH, ANNA
Word was received Sunday of the death of Mrs. Anna Welch of Caldwell, who died Sunday morning. Mrs. Welch lived in Fruitland a few years ago, and is a sister of George Frank and Mrs. H. R. Flack. She leaves two sons and two daughters to mourn her loss.

Payette Enterprise
Thursday, April 21, 1921
WHEELER, FRANK WILLIAM
Frank William Wheeler was born at Giltner, Nebr., June 9th, 1892, and departed this life April 14th at Payette, Idaho, after a very short illness. The immediate cause of his death was ulcer of the stomach.

Mr. Wheeler was a highly respected young man, a member of the Methodist Church and of the Epworth League, he was a clean young man of "good moral habits and was taken away just when life seemed the brightest.

He was married September 3rd, 1918 to Miss Bessie Oglesby, and to them were born two little girLs, one two and a half years old, and one but a few days. Besides the young wife and two little children he is survived by a father and mother, and one brother, all of Payette, also a host of friends who will share in the grief stricken relatives in the loss of their dear one. Funeral services were held Sunday afternoon from the Methodist church conducted by the pastor. Interment was made in the Riverside cemetery. (Riverside Cemetery)

Payette Enterprise
Thursday, April 21, 1921
CLANTON, HILDRETH
Hildreth Clanton, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. J. W. Clanton, age one year, ten months and twenty-five days passed away at the home of Nurse Baker, Tuesday morning at 9:30 after suffering about six weeks with bronchial pneumonia and other complications. The little one made a hard fight, and everything was done to save her that seemingly could have been done, but death came as the only relief and she has gone to maker with all the pureness of a child untarnished with the sins of the world.

The funeral was held Wednesday afternoon at the Chrisitian church, where many sympathizing friends gathered to share with the grief stricken parents in their sad hour of bereavement. Besides the father and mother, the little one is survived by one brother seven years old. (Riverside Cemetery)

CARD OF THANKS

We wish to thank the many friends for the beautiful flowers and their sincere kindness and sympathy shown us during the recent bereavement by the loss of our little daughter and sister. Mr. and Mrs. J. W. Clanton and Son

Payette Enterprise
Thursday, April 28, 1921
SMITH, EZEKIAL
Ezekiel Smith, was born 15, 1849 in Morgan County, Ohio, died at Payette, Idaho, April 24, 1921, age 72 years, 2 months, 9 days.

When a boy of seven years his parents moved to Clark County, Iowa. His father died a year later and he and his brother, two years his senior made the living for his mother and younger brothers and sisters.

He was married at Osceola, Iowa, June 30, 1870, to Lucy C. Switzer who survives him. He moved to Western Nebraska in 1886 where he resided for 18 years. He came to Payette, Idaho, in March 1902 and has lived here ever since.

He leaves a wife and eight children to mourn his loss. the children are; Fred Smith, Jess Smith, Walter Smith, Mrs. W. R. Williams, Mrs. E. A. Putnam, Mrs. James Roe, Viola Smith and Eli Smith, all of Payette.

Beisde bringing up his own children he at the death of his sister, Mrs. W. T. Clarke, took into his home her infant babe, Marian, and cared for her and educated her, as one of his own.

Three brothers and three sisters survive him all living in the East.

He united with the Methodist Church when a young man. By his honesty and charitable disposition he made and retained many friends where ever he lived. (Riverside Cemetery)

Payette Enterprise
Thursday, April 28, 1921
CULP, BLANCHE EDNA
Blanche Edna Culp, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. George Culp, was born near Sigourney, Iowa, Sept. 22, 1885 died at the home of her brother on Payette-Oregon slope, April 19, 1921, of heart trouble. She leaves to mourn her departure, two sisters, and two brothers, Emerson of Morrell, Nebr., Mrs. Bernice Clough and Maud and George W. Culp of the Payette-Oregon slope, an aged grand-mother of Milo, Mo., and many other relatives including an uncle, J. D. Conner of Payette-Oregon Slope.

Her parents and two sisters having gone on before.

In early girlhood she united with the Methodist church of Harmony, Mo., and later moved to Highland, Cortland, Neb., where she united with the Congregational church.

The funeral was conducted from the home of her brother on Dead Ox Flat, Thursday, April 21st, at 2 p.m., Rev. C. W. Buell, officiating.

Interment took place in a cemetery on Payette-Oregon Slope near Weiser.

Payette Enterprise
Thursday, May 05, 1921
BAKER, GEORGE
BELOVED CITIZEN ANSWERS CALL

George W. Baker, of this city, died in Portland, Ore., Saturday afternoon, April 30, at 10 minutes to three o'clock. Mr. Baker suffered break-down last fall from valvula heart trouble and began to fail rapidly during the winter. The end came at the home of his son, Malcolm D. Baker, in Portland, where he had been taken from Payette about the middle of March in the hope that his health would be benefitted by the change of altitude. It was, however, of no avail as he grew steadily weaker in his unequal fight with death and it had been realized for sometime that he had practically no chance for recovery.

At his bedside when the end came - of his immediate family, were his wife, who had accompanied him to Portland, his son, Malcolm, of that city, and his daughter, Mrs. Earl Venable, of Payette. The sad news was brought to Payette in a telegram Saturday afternoon to Mr. Venable, who left that afternoon for Portland. Mr. Baker leaves also in this city to mourn his loss a sister, Mrs. D. W. Alney.

Funeral services were conducted in Portland Tuesday afternoon at two o'clock, from the home of the son, by Dr. W. B. Henson, pastor of the East Side Baptist Church of that city. Interment was in Mount Scott Cemetery, Portland.

George W. Baker was born at New Castle, Green county, Indiana, August 8, 1849. as a small boy he moved with his parents to Jasper County, Iowa, and in that state he spend many years of his useful and active life. April 16, 1873, he was united in marriage with Miss Abbie M. Ellis, in Polk County, Iowa, the devoted wife who watched at his bedside only two weeks before he died, upon their forty-eighth wedding anniversary. To this long and happy union were born six sons and one daughter, all of whom survive except the second son, Charles F., who died in infancy. The living are; Claude M., of Chicago, Ill.; Ward E., of Cedar Rapids, Iowa; Malcolm D. of Portland, Ore.; George A., of San Antonio, Texas; Kate E. Venable, of Payette, Idaho, and Dwight S., of San Francisco, Calif. Besides his sister, Mrs. D. W. Alney, of Payette. Mr. Baker also leaves a brother, W. H. Baker, of Des Moines, Iowa.

Twenty-seven years of his life Mr. Baker resided in Des Moines, Iowa, where he was prominent in business and financial circles. To Des Moines he brought his young wife early in their married life and in that city all of their children were born. He was for a number of years cashier of the Capaital City State Bank of Des Moines and was later treasurer of the Iowa Building & Loan association there. He was also active in church work in Des Moines. In his early manhood he became a member of the East Des Moines Baptist church and was for many years superintendent of its Sunday school. Later upon coming to Payette, he was actively affiliated with the Baptist Church of this city and for a conciderable time superintendent of the Sunday school.

Mr. and Mrs. Baker with their daughter, who was later married here, and their youngest son, Dwight came to Payette in March, 1902. Here they had since resided with the exception of four years spent at Cedar Rapids, Iowa, and a year at Wendell, Idaho. They returned to Payette in March of last year from Wendell after five years' absence, and Mr. Baker, again became connected with the First National Bank of this city with which institution before returning to Iowa in 1915 he had for several years held the position of assistant cashier.

It is rarely that a death has so grieved a whole community as his the passing of George W. Baker. Words are sometimes used loosely but it is not too much to say of him that he was loved not only by his family and immediate friends but by his business associates and all who came within the circle of his influence. The reason is not far to seek because the name of George W. Baker must be written high among those who have loved their fellow men. Blessed with splendid health until the final break-down came he went his way through life with rare energy and unfailing cheerfulness. To him life was but an opportunity for good deeds, right living and right thinking. He lived his religion day by day and year by year. His faith was screne and as simple as that of a child. So that when he realized that his end was near he accepted it calmly and with no need of preparation. He bore his suffering wihout complaint and passed into the presence of his maker as confidently as he had lived -- a kind and loving husband and father, a good neighbor and a true friend, in every sense of the word a Christian gentleman.

Payette Enterprise
Thursday, May 12, 1921
BOYD, NANCY
MRS. JOHN BOYD

Mrs. John Boyd died at her home in the north part of town last Saturday afternoon of heart failure. She had been as well as usual and had been working in the garden that afternoon and was suddenly taken with a choking sensation and passed away with a few minutes. She was preceded by her husband John Boyd, but a few weeks ago. The deceased was 68 years old and is survived by two sisters, Mrs. Susan Amond of Payette, and Mrs. Harlet Baker of Fresno, Calif., also two nieces at Fresno and one niece and one nephew in Carolina and the niece Mrs. A. O. Green of Washoe.

Funeral services were held from the home Monday afternoon conducted by Rev. Arygl Houser, pastor of the Church of God. (Riverside Cemetery)

Payette Enterprise
Thursday, May 26, 1921
FULTON, LENA
LENA FULTON PASSES AWAY

Miss Lena Fulton passed away at her home on Sixth street, Tuesday evening at 8:10 after many months of suffering with cancer of the stomach. Funeral services will be held at the home this (Thursday) afternoon at 2:30, after which the body will be shipped to Marysville, Kansas, for burial, accompanied by the father Geo. Fulton and brother Charley Fulton. A complete and appropriate obituary will be published next week.

Payette Enterprise
Thursday, June 02, 1921
CONNERLY, LEE
DEATH TAKES HEAVY TOLL
LEE CONNERLY

The news of the sudden and untimely death of Lee Connerly, foreman of the Clinton ranch at the mouth of Willow Creek, was a severe shock to the entire community. So far as was generally known, he had been in the best of health and his sudden death was a great surprise. Last Monday morning, he in company with his son, went to the field to repair some fence and about ten o'clock, Mr. Connerly went to the house to get a lunch as had been his usual custom, and stated to his son, that he would work until noon in the garden. About an hour later, his son after finishing his work started to the house, and on his way found his father lying dead on the creek bottom near the edge of the water where he had started to cross to the garden. Word was immediately sent to Payette and the body moved to Wood & Spauldings Undertaking Parlors. No inquest was held as all evidence clearly showed that death was due to heart failure. While it was not generally known, Mr. Connerly had been subject to, for some time with heart trouble, frequently becoming unconscious. The origination of these spells are said to have been caused by a severe attack of Trichiniasis some ten or twelve years ago.

The death of Mr. Connerly is made doubly sad as at the present time his wife is in very poor health and is confined at the home of her sister, Mrs. B. R. Fitch, in Payette.

It is not only immediate relatives that will keenly feel the loss of this man, Lee had a cheerful and friendly disposition that won friends where ever he was. To meet him was to meet cheer and the bright side of life. He was a man among men, and honest to a fault. He was a good neighbor, a kind and thoughtful husband and father, in short, he was the kind of a man that makes the world better, it is with the deepest sorrow that the people of this community must lose from their midst a man of this character.

Lee Connerly was born at Waterloo, Neb., February 20th, 1876, and departed this life May 30th, 1921. He moved with his parents in 1896 to North Bend, Neb. At this place he was married to Cora Howard, in December, 1900. To them was born one son, Darrell, now living at Payette. In 1901 he moved with his wife to Kahotus, Wash., and back to North Bend, Neb., in 1906, and to Payette in the spring of 1908, where he has made his home until the time of his death. Besides a wife and son, he is survived by three brothers, Jesse, of Proctor, Colo.; Harry, of Fremont, Neb., and Guy of Pendleton, Oregon, the latter being present at the funeral which was held at the Baptist church, conducted by Rev, Buhl, who preached the funeral sermon. (Riverside Cemetery)

Payette Enterprise
Thursday, June 02, 1921
BRANNOCK, ZOLA PEARCE
While death was hourly expected, a gloom of sadness was spread over the city when it was made known that Mrs. Shirley Brannock had passed away last Thursday afternoon at four o'clock. She had lived practically all her life in Payette and her lovable disposition had won for her many dear friends who truly grieved at her early departure from this life. She was stricken several months ago with tuberculosis and made a hard and patient fight but was unable to withstand the firm hold of that dread disease.

Zola Pearce Brannock was born at Elizabethton, Tenn., June 16th, 1898. When 4 years old she accompanied her parents to Payette, Idaho, which has been her home ever since.

She received her education at the public schools of this city and was a graduate from the High School in the class of 1916.

At the age of 11 years she accepted Christ as her Saviour uniting with the Baptist Church of this city. She was one who trusted her Saviour implicitly, during the closing weeks repeatedly testified to his comforting grace and relieving of pain in answer to prayer.

On August 28, 1920, she was united in marriage to Shirley Brannock at Grangeville, Idaho. All to brief were the happy months that they were permitted to spend together.

Death came peacefully at 4 o'clock on the afternoon of Thursday, the 26th at the age of 22 years, 11 months and 10 days.

She leaves to mourn her departure, the husband, father and mother, Mr. and Mrs. J. A. Pearce; 4 brothers, Charlie, Brownlow, Claire and James, and one sister Mrs. Reulla Huper, of Harper, Oregon, besides many relatives and friends.

Funeral services were held from the home Saturday afternoon at 2 o'clock conducted by Rev. A. P. White of Caldwell, who buried her in baptism eleven years ago. (Riverside Cemetery)

CARD OF THANKS

We sincerely thank the host of friends who assisted us during the illness and death of our beloved Zola, and for the many beautiful flowers that were given. SHIRLEY T. BRANNOCK, J. A. PEARCE AND FAMILY

Payette Enterprise
Thursday, June 02, 1921
DIEDERICHSEN, MILLIE
MRS. MILLIE FERBER DIEDERICHSEN

Very suddenly on Thursday last the sad news passed around that one had been called into the higher life. There was perhaps no sunnier disposition to be found any where in the Valley, than that of Mrs. Millie Ferber Diederichsen.

Being under almost constant pain due to heart failure, she never ceased to radiate cheer and good will. Surely we who remain can take heed by her example to be more affectionate in the discharge of our duties as we move along life's way.

It will be easier too for us to strive to understand our fellowman, because of her understanding, cheerful mood.

We bespeak for those who mourn her loss the all-sufficient care of the eternal God.

Millie Ferber Diederichsen was born at Sauk Center, Wisconsin, October 12, 1876. She lived there for a time, was married to Mr. Anton Diederichsen in January, 1905, of this happy union three children were born, she filled her place as mother, wife and friend with a cheerfulness that was an inspiration. Her's was the sunny soule, the contagious laughter and the winning personality. On 11:00 o'clock on May 26, 1921, she closed her eyes for the last time on earth. Her faithful husband, three children, Leona, age 15, and the twins, Henriette and Henry, aged 11 years, feel her loss keenest. She leaves also her stepmother and four brothers; Walter, Henry, Louis and Alexander.

The funeral services were conducted from the Evangelical church on Saturday, May 28, 1921, from which place her remains were laid to rest in Riverside Cemetery.

"And when the morning was come Jesus stood on the Shore." F. C. RUEGGEBERT, Minister (Riverside Cemetery)

CARD OF THANKS

We wish to thank the many friends and neighbors who so kindly rendered their assistance and sympathy in our sad bereavement in the loss of our dear wife and mother and especially to those who gave the beautiful floral offerings. ANTON DIEDERICHSEN AND CHILDREN

Payette Enterprise
Thursday, June 02, 1921
FULTON, LEALINE SUSAN
Lealine Susan Fulton was born near Rachelle, Illinois, from which place she moved with her parents to Marshall county, Kansas, while still a child, where she grew to young womanhood, coming to Payette about eighteen years ago, since which time she had made her home here.

She united with the Presbyterian church at this place several years ago and continued faithful till her death.

She was also a member of the Rebekah lodge here in Payette.

During her residence here she has become favorably known and loved by a great many who will miss her cheerful and friendly presence.

She leaves to mourn her death, her father, Geo. R. Fulton, of 611 N. 6th St; one brother, C. S. Fulton; and one sister, Mrs. E. H. Brubaker; and several nieces and nephews, all of Payette, besides many friends both here and in Kansas, where her remains were laid to rest.

The remains were accompanied to there last resting place by the father and brother to Marysville, Kansas.

CARD OF THANKS

We wish to extend our sincere thanks to the kind friends who assisted us during the illness and after the death of our beloved daughter, sister and aunt, also for the beautiful flowers and to the Rebekahs for their kindness. Geo. R. Fulton, C. S. Fulton and Family, Mrs. E. H. Brubaker and Family

Payette Enterprise
Thursday, June 02, 1921
WILCOX, MARY EILEEN
LITTLE MARY E. WILCOX

Little Mary E. Wilcox, ten month-old baby of Mr. and Mrs. Carlos Wilcox, passed away at the home here last Friday morning. The little one had had whooping cough and other complications followed which caused her death. Funeral services were held from the home Sunday afternoon, Rev. Walker of Payette conducted the services and the little one laid to rest in the Riverside Cemetery.

The sympathy of the entire community goes out to the Wilcox family at this time. (Riverside Cemetery)

Payette Enterprise
Thursday, June 09, 1921
SMITH, ANDREW
The funeral of Andrew Smith, a well known and respected citizen of Washoe, who died in a Portland hospital, was held last Friday from the M. E. Church, conducted by Rev. M. D. Reed. The deceased was a native of Holland having been born in that country in 1858. He came to America when a young man and was married in the State of Michigan, and moved to Idaho many years ago. He is survived by a wife, four sons, five daughters and an aged mother, who reached her 96th year the day her son was brought here for burial. (Riverside Cemetery)

Payette Enterprise
Thursday, June 16, 1921
MCCLANAHAN, THOMAS
BODY OF PAYETTE BOY TO BE BURIED IN NATIONAL CEMETERY

We have just received word that the body of Thomas McClanahan, one of the Payette boys who was killed on the battlefield in France, was expected to arrive in New York about the 15th of this month and will be taken to Cerlington, Virginia, for burial in the National cemetery.

Payette Enterprise
Thursday, June 23, 1921
SHAFER, MARGARET MCPHERSON
Again we are called upon to record in the columns of the Enterprise, the death of one whom this community loved, and are sorely grieved at her early departure from this life when it seemed the brightest. It had been generally known by the many inquiring friends that Mrs. Bruce Shafer who for the past ten weeks had been in a critical condition at the home of her uncle in Boise, had but little chance of recovery, but when the sad intelligence came that she had passed away last Saturday morning, a greater measure of sadness was keenly felt.

Margaret McPherson was born in Indian Valley, Idaho, February 26, 1898. She was left without a mother when but a child two years of age, and at the age of nine her father also died. After the death of her parents, she made her home with an uncle and aunt, Mr. and Mrs. R. B. McPherson of Boise, where she spent her school days, finishing with a course at Link's Business College.

She came to Payette October 1918, where she accepted a position with the Payette Valley Rex Spray Co., making her home with Mr. and Mrs. L. K. Ballenger. Mrs. Ballenger being an intimate school mate during their school days in Boise. While here she met and was united in marriage to R. B. Shafer, September 14, 1919. The following year Mr. and Mrs. Shafer moved to Boise where they continued to make their home until death separated the short, but happy union of less than two years.

The funeral took place Tuesday afternoon at the Undertaking Parlors of Summers & Kreb, conducted by Rev. Jones, rector of the Episcopal church, who was the officiating Clergyman when she was christened and confirmed, and who officiated at the wedding of Mr. and Mrs. Shafer. Besides the husband she is survived by one sister, an aunt and uncle, who live in Boise, all of who will have the heart-felt sympathy of many friends both here at Payette and at Boise.

Payette Enterprise
Thursday, June 23, 1921
ALLEN, EBENEZER
The death of E. F. Allen occurred at the Ontario hospital last Saturday June 19, following a brief illness of Brights Disease, thus this community has lost a good neighbor and friend.

Ebenezer Francis Allen was born at Boston, Mass., July 14, 1861, and moved with his parents when an infant to Chelse, Mass., and to Blain, Kansas, in 1879, where he was united in marriage to Elizabeth Ann Massey, October 15, 1884. In 1891 he moved with his family to Vale, Oregon, and from there to near Payette in 1895. His wife preceded him in death in 1893, and in 1905 he was again married to Johanna Olson. He is survived by three daughters, two now living in the East, and Mrs. Sam Raby of this place.

Funeral services were held from the Baptist church, Monday afternoon, conducted by Rev. Buell, Pastor.

Payette Enterprise
Thursday, June 30, 1921
GARMEN, VIRGINIA
AGED LADY DROWNS IN DITCH

Mrs. Virginia Garmen, mother of Mrs. J. H. McConnel, and Mrs. Sherley, of Fruitland, was drowned in the irrigation ditch near Fruitland, last evening about seven o'clock. Mrs. Garmen came out from Iowa about three weeks ago for a visit, and was at the McConnel home with her daughter and was missed about seven o'clock when a search was made, finding the body about a quarter of a mile below where she had fallen in. It is supposed she had started to the home of her daughter Mrs. Sherley, and in crossing the bridge just north of Fruitland had fallen in.

The body was brought to Payette and will be shipped to Iowa for burial. Mrs. Garmen was a widow lady 71 years of age. No further particulars of the sad accident is known at this office.

Payette Enterprise
Thursday, June 30, 1921
HENNEY, NATHANEEL
Born in Nova Scotia, November 9, 1847, died June 25, 1921 at Payette, Idaho.

Two sons and two daughters survive him. His wife having died at Burns, Oregon, several years ago.

He was a member of Hesperia Lodge No 120, A. F. and A. M., of Fruita, Colorado, and helped to institute three Masonic Lodges in his earlier days.

Funeral services were held at 10 a.m. under the auspices of Washoe Lodge No. 28? A. F. and A. M. from Lauer's Undertaking Parlors, June 28, 1921.

Payette Enterprise
Thursday, June 30, 1921
JAMES, ANDREW JACKSON
The five year old son of Mr. and Mrs. Walter James died at their home on Washoe Bottom, Thurdsay, June 23 following a continued illness since birth.

Andrew Jackson James was born December 2, 1915, and died June 23, 1921 being five years, 6 months and 21 days old.

He leaves a father and mother, three brothers and one sister to mourn his death.

Little Jack was sorely afflicted, and God in his mercy called him to himself. He is one of God's little ones.

The funeral services were held at the Baptist church, Friday afternoon at 2:30 o'clock. (Riverside Cemetery)

Precious darling, he has left,
Left us, yes, forever more;
But we hope to meet our loved one
On that bright and happy shore,
Lonely the house, and sad the hours
Since our dear one has gone;
But Oh! a brighter home than ours
In Heaven is now his own.

Payette Enterprise
Thursday, June 30, 1921
MCPHERSON, JANETTE
BODY MOVED AFTER 13 YEARS

The body of Mrs. Janette McPherson was removed from the Malheur City, (Oregon) cemetery, Monday, by Undertaker Glenn Landon and Ed Shelworth, after being buried thirteen years, and brought to Payette Tuesday, where it was buried in the Riverside cemetery. A daughter, Miss McPherson of Fruitland, accompanied by John H. Norris, attorney for the McPherson estate also drove to Malheur City to identify the grave. (Riverside Cemetery)

Payette Enterprise
Thursday, July 07, 1921
FJELSTROM, ESTHER LUCILE
INFANT CHILD PASSES AWAY

Esther Lucile, the infant daughter of Mr. and Mrs. C. A. Fjelstrom died Wednesday morning at the home of Nurse Blanchard which is a severe shock to the parents who were so rejoiced at the arrival of the little one who came to brighten their home on June 30th.

Funeral services will probably be held today. (Riverside Cemetery)

Payette Enterprise
Thursday, July 14, 1921
CONNERLY, CORA HOWARD
MRS. CORA HOWARD CONNERLY

After several months of long and patient suffering with cancer of the stomach, Mrs. Cora Connerly passed peacefully away at the home of her sister, Mrs. B. R. Fitch, of this city, Friday, July 8th.

She had previously underwent two operations and everything within the power of the attending physicians was done that she might be spared to live but her disease was such that at no time was there any hopes of her recovery.

Mrs. Connerly was a good Christian woman, a kind and affectionate wife and mother. Her life was practically devoted to the good she might do for others thinking the least of her own troubles and sufferings in this world, and her departure while there was yet time for her to speak kindly and do good to others, will be keenly felt by those with whom she associated.

Cora Howard Connerly was born near North Bend, Nebraska, April 6, 1875 and died at Payette, Idaho, July 8, 1921, aged 46 years, 3 months and 2 days.

At the age of nineteen she was baptized and united with the First Baptist Church of Rogers, Nebraska, and lived a life of loving self sacrifice until she was called home. She was married to Lee Connerly, Dec. 18, 1900. She came to Payette twelve years ago and has made her home here since excepting one year spent at Jordan Valley, Oregon.

She leaves to mourn her going one son, Darrel, his wife and infant daughter, her parents, Mr. and Mrs. F. C. Howard, one sister Mrs. B. R. Fitch, and one brother Guy C. Howard, all of Payette. Her husband passed away May 30, 1921.

The funeral was held Sunday afternoon at the home of Mr. and Mrs. B. R. Fitch, conducted by the pastor of the Baptist church. (Riverside Cemetery)

Payette Enterprise
Thursday, July 14, 1921
BROWN, TOM
This community was shocked Saturday, when the news came of the death of Mr. Tom Brown which occurred in the Nampa hospital, Friday evening about 5 o'clock. Mr. Brown was taken suddenly ill week previous, and taken to the hospital, where an operation was performed, Thursday morning. Death was due to an abscess in his stomach and heart trouble. Mrs. Brown, accompanied by Mr. Brown's sister, left Saturday nite with the body for Riverside, California. Short funeral services were held at the Nampa Chapel Saturday afternoon, at which Mrs. E. A. Linck and Helen and Mr. and Mrs. John Grant Fisher, William Hollenbeck and Ralph Johnson of this place were present. Mr. Brown's have lived on a ranch near Kuna since last spring, and Miss Dollie, is employed by the Jensen Creamery Co. of Boise.

Payette Enterprise
Thursday, July 21, 1921
SATTERWHITE, JAMES
BODY FOUND IN RIVER

The body of James Satterwhite who was drowned in Squaw Creek near Ola, on May 24th, was found by a fishing party last Sunday about two miles below where he had entered the stream in attempting to cross. The Sheriff of Gem County was notified and went to the scene and took charge of the body. Mr. Satterwhite was a single man about 45 years old, and had been a resident of this locality for the past twenty years.

Payette Enterprise
Thursday, July 28, 1921
ROSE, ADDISON
DEATH OF ADDISON A. ROSE

Mrs. W. F. Sherwood received the sad news last Saturday by wire from Goldfield, Nevada, from a sister, announcing the death of her father, Mr. Addison A. Rose, who passed away that day at the hospital in Reno, Nevada, the message being sent from another sister who was with her father at Reno, at the time of his death. Mr. Rose has been failing very fast for the past eight months and was past his 78th birthday. His life was one of varied experience having lived at some time or other in almost every state in the Union. In his younger days, he served in Civil war and later freighted by team into the western states, served several years as locomotive engineer and conductor, served two terms as Sheriff of Beaverhead County, Mont., from which position he resigned to serve two terms as a member of the State Legislature of Montana, after which he again become identified in the service of the Union Pacific Railroad Co., for several years, coming to the village of New Plymouth, in March, 1898, where for many years he took an active part in the building up of that community making Idaho his home until about two years ago when he went to Nevada, to make his home with his daughter.

Mr. Rose made many friends in this part of Idaho during the past 23 years who will regret to learn of his death.

Payette Enterprise
Thursday, July 28, 1921
MORDHORST, ALFRED
MILITARY FUNERAL SATURDAY

The military funeral of Alfred Mordhorst, who was killed in action on a battlefield in France, will be held at Riverside cemetery on next Saturday morning at 11 o'clock.

The John Webster Rhoads Post of the American Legion will have charge and all former service men in the County are URGED, in fact all MUST come and assist.

It is respectfully requested that all business houses in the city be closed between the hours of 10:30 A. M. and 12:30 P.M., out of respect to our departed comrade. All people should feel it their particular duty to attend.

Former service men are requested to meet at the Y.M.C.A. corner at 10 o'clock in uniform if possible. There are a few things we must discuss and instructions will be given to carry out our plans.

Payette Enterprise (Thursday, August 04, 1921)

LOCAL HERO LAID TO REST

On Saturday of last week the vicinity of Payette was submerged in sorrow at the event of paying the last respects over the mortal remains of one of Payette's most valiant soldier boys who gave his life for his country upon the battle fields of France.

Promptly at eleven o'clock in the forenoon the flags throughout the city were lowered to half mast as the flag draped casket containing all that was earthly of Alfred Mordhorst was placed upon the caisson for transmission to its last resting place in the Riverside Cemetery. The cortege assembled at the sound of the bugle at the Y.M.C.A. and consisted of a beautifully draped caisson drawn by four jet black horses and accompanied by a full military escort, together with hundreds of civilian mourners in as many automobiles. The horses were ridden by soldiers in full military uniform in true army style. The helmet, coat and rifle of the dead soldier preceded him to his last resting place.

The body was accompanied to the cemetery by the largest procession attendant upon any funeral heretofore held in the city, the line of vehicles being over a mile in length. Upon arriving at the cemetery the usual form of infantry funeral was held. Appropriate music was offered by a male quartet. Upon behalf of his comrades fitting remarks were made at the grave by Major Harry Lewis and Lieutenant Albert E. White, commander of the John Webster Rhoades Post, of the American Legion, of Payette. The funeral service was read by the Reverend Ashworth of the local, Episcopal Church. Whereupon the ceremonies were completed in true military style by the usual firing squad, taps were sounded, the flags removed from the beautiful metal casket and the body of our beloved hero was laid to rest in the bosom of his own and native land. Reluctantly the hundreds of mourners slowly returned to their homes and places of business, their minds filled with thoughts, thoughts which brought home to them again the supreme sacrifice of this beloved and honored son who had made the supreme sacrifice and had laid down everything that was dear to him at the feet of liberty, had given up the sweetest of all, his very own life, in order that they could continue the enjoyment of the liberty of God's sunshine and freedom during the years to come, thoughts that are wholesome, thoughts that are the very nucleus and foundation of our nation and the freedom which we enjoy.

Comrade Alfred Mordhorst was born upon the 20th day of September 1894 at Arcada, Iowa, he came to Payette Valley with his parents about twenty years ago, where he grew into manhood and became the magnificent, manly material which is the backbone of our government in every hour of need. He entered the military service of our country upon the 29th day of May, 1918, and was taken to Camp Lewis where he became the excellent and faithful soldier that he was. Later he was transferred to Camp Kearny, California, and on July 29 of the same year to Camp Mills, sailing a few days later for France. He was a member of Company L, 110th Regiment of the 28th Division. He was killed in action in the historical battle of the Argonne Forest in which the American troops played so important and glorious a part. Upon the 5th day of October, 1918, Company L and Company M were ordered to advance down a hillside and to charge a small village on the opposite side of a river in the midst of this famous forest to reach the village, which was occupied by the Germans, it was necessary for the troops to ford this river, which they did, wading water waist deep amidst bursting shells and intense machine gun fire. Having reached the opposite bank, drenched with water, these world's bravest troops charged on a run, this village amidst the machine gun fire which was momentarily becoming more intense. Before reaching their objective the enemies fire became impenetrable and our troops were ordered to seek shelter in shell holes, which some of them did.

It was in this last mad rush that our friend and comrade Alfred Mordhorst was pierced by five machine gun bullets. As soon as possible he was carried back behind the lines and died on his way to the first aid station.

Nothing too grand or noble could be said of this departed comrade, whose only regret at the time of his death was that he could not "carry on" with the others of his company to their ultimate and unrestricted victory. He took his misfortune with the calmness and confidence of one who insists that shortly he will be restored to life and health; but he had run the race, he and fought a good fight, he had kept the faith and his work was done.

Alfred Mordhorst is gone. But his spirit, his soul, and the purposes for which he was created and lived goes marching on. It had been wisely said that "Greater love hath no man than this, that a man lay down his life for his friends," and if his survivors, the thousands upon thousands of living Americans today can realize and remember what the little mound in the Riverside Cemetery in Payette, Idaho, and the thousands and thousands of other mounds scattered throughout the world at large. Alfred Mornhorst shall not have died in vain. Let us live and breathe to the perpetuation of the noble sentiment set in motion by the supreme sacrifice of this faithful soldier. (Riverside Cemetery)

Payette Enterprise
Thursday, August 18, 1921
DODSON, SARAH
F. STAMEY RECEIVES NEWS OF SISTER'S DEATH

Mr. F. Stamey has received a copy of "The Review" published under date of Aug. 11th, at High Point, N.C., which gives an account in a most beautiful manner of the funeral services of his sister, Mrs. Sarah L. Dodson, who died at High Point on August 6th, following a lingering illness caused from a fall. From the tenor of the article, Mrs. Dodson, was a very popular and highly respected woman in that community.

Payette Enterprise
Thursday, September 15, 1921
GRIMES, EVERETT
Everett, the little four-year-old son of Mr. and Mrs. John Grimes, passed away at his home, Monday morning. About a month ago he was taken ill with typhoid fever, but was getting along nicely until last week pneumonia set in. Being weak from the fever, he was unable to withstand any more. Everett was born in Nebraska, and moved here with his parents two years ago. The bereaved parents have a host of friends here who extend their heartfelt sympathy to them.

Payette Enterprise
Thursday, September 22, 1921
WOOD, ALLEN EDGAR
A.E. WOOD KILLED WHEN TRAIN HITS AUTO

The news that spread quickly of the sudden death of Mr. A. E. Wood, one of Payette's most highly respected citizens, was a severe shock, mingled with a keen feeling of the deepest sorrow, and to those who had seen him but a few moments before the sad news seemed increditable.

On last Tuesday afternoon, at about three o'clock, Mr. Wood left Payette in his car for Weiser on some business matters, and when arriving at the railroad crossing on the State Highway about five miles north of town, was struck by West bound train No. 23, totally demolishing the car and killing him instantly. His body was taken on to Weiser in charge of the Conductor, and returned to Payette on No. 24, and taken to Wood & Spaulding's Undertaking Parlor where it is being held, pending the funeral, which will be held Friday afternoon at the Christian Church at 2 o'clock, during which time all business houses will be closed by a resolution passed by the Chamber of Commerce.

With the loss of Mr. Wood, the people of Payette and vicinity have lost a true friend. His early career at a community builder, a man of courage and integrity, will never be equaled. When he came to Payette in the spring of 1889 and entered upon a campaign of advetising and the sale of real estate, it can be truthfully said that he spent more hard earned money in advertising and personal energy in building up the Payette Valley than the entire community. The writer, being personally engaged with Mr. Wood in his efforts in this work for many years, can speak from experience. He was honest, upright and truthful in all his dealings which won for him a reputation that will stand as a monument never to be forgotten. He has for many years been a member and strong supporter of the Christian Church, living close to the teachings of his Master.

In later years Mr. Wood has spent considerable of his time in the marketing of fruit with marked success, and at the time of his death, had a volume of unfinished business in that line that undoubtedly would have been highly beneficial, both to himself and his clients.

The sympathy of the entire community will be extended to the grief stricken wife and children.

Allen Edgar Wood was born at Smithfield, Pa., December 18, 1852. He was married to Elizabeth Gerould, December 18, 1873. Four children were born to bless their home, three of whom are now living: Mrs. Jennie Soule of Seattle, Washington, Clinton D. Wood of Pocatello, and Mrs. J. A. Harader of Boseman, Mont. The second daughter, Mrs. Clara Fripp, passed away about 12 years ago. They lived at Smithfield until March 26th, 1880 when they moved to Casselton, N.D., and from Casselton to Payette, March 9th, 1898.

Mrs. Soule, Clinton and wife, and Mr. Harader will be present at the funeral. Mrs. Harader being unable to come.

Payette Enterprise (Thursday, September 29, 1921)

FUNERAL OF MR. A.E. WOOD

The funeral of Mr. A. E. Wood last Friday afternoon was attended by a large gathering of people who met to pay the last tribute of respect to a man who for many years has been held in the highest esteem. Promptly at 1:30 o'clock, short services were held at the home on first Avenue South where the beautiful casket was submerged in a bank of floral offerings, as tokens of high respect in which the deceased was held in this community. The sermon at the Christian Church by the pastor, Rev. H. Mowe, exemplifying the true Christian life of Mr. Wood and setting forth his life's career as an example for others, was a fitting sermon. The members of the K.P. Lodge of which the deceased was a member, attended in a body, at the Church, and formed open ranks while the remains of a beloved brother was conveyed through to the entrance. All business of the City was suspended during the services in respect for a citizen who will be keenly missed in social and business circles, and in the church where he was an ardent worker. Many automobiles formed the procession which followed to Riverside Cemetery where the impressive ritualistic services were held by the Knights of Pythias while the body was lowered to its last resting place. (Riverside Cemetery)

Card of Thanks

We desire to extend our sincere thanks to the many kind friends and to the Knights of Pythias members for their many kind acts and beautiful floral tributes at the time of our sudden sorrow and bereavement. They will always be remembered. Mrs. A. W. Wood, C. D. Wood and family, Mrs. Jennie Smith, J. A. Harader and family

Payette Enterprise
Thursday, September 22, 1921
JOHNSTON, ANDREW MCCAULEY
ANDREW McCAULEY JOHNSTON

Andrew McCauley Johnston was born in Centerville, Iowa, December 10th, 1879. He was married to Lucelle Dean June 12, 1907. He moved from Iowa to Payette in March, 1910 then to Nyssa, Oregon, in 1913, and to Payette-Oregon Slope in April 1920, where he has since resided.

Some weeks ago Mr. Johnston was taken ill with a complication of diseases, a result of overwork. He was removed to the Ontario Hospital, but in spite of a valiant fight, passed away, September 17th, 1921. Mr. Johnston was respected and loved by all who knew him. He was ever a leader for all that was progressive and the best in the community in which he lived.

He joined the Methodist Episcopal Church at Trenton, Mo., in August 1907, and has since lived a consistent Christian life, ever willing to take upon himself the burden of Church leadership.

Bro. Johnston leaves to mourn his loss, a loving wife and four young boys, besides a dear old mother and other relatives back in Iowa, and a host of friends in every locality where he has lived.

Funeral services were held at the home, Tuesday, Sept. 20th, at 11:00 a.m., in charge of Rev. C. L. Walker of Payette assisted by Rev. Henry Young of Ontario. Members of the E. E. Parsons family furnished beautiful music. The funeral was attended by large numbers from Payette, Nyssa, Ontario and Oregon Slope. The body was laid at rest in Riverside Cemetery. (Riverside Cemetery)

Payette Enterprise
Thursday, September 22, 1921
BOSCH, JOHN
Mr. John Bosch of this city, died at his home on Fifth Street at an early hour Wednesday morning after a continued illness of several years, suffering from rheumatism and other complications. Mr. Bosch was born in Germany, November 2, 1860, and came to this country when 16 years of age, and settled at Wheaton, Minnesota. He was married on his 30th birthday, Nov. 2, 1890, to Miss Augusta Mock, and come to Idaho 19 years ago last March and settled on the old Albert ranch of 40 acres, one-half mile east of Fruitland, where they lived for two years, later purchasing the Chapin ranch three and one-half miles south of Payette, where they resided until two years ago when they bought a home in Payette in the west part of town, and retired from the ranch. Besides the wife, he is survived by nine children to mourn his death; Will Bosch of Payette-Oregon Slope, Mrs. John Oster of North Payette, Mrs. Lillie Heidenburger of Wheaton, Minn., August and John of Payette, Kate of Portland, Albert, Emma and Minnie who are at home. The funeral will probably be held Saturday or Sunday from the German Evangelical Church of which the deceased was a member. (Riverside Cemetery)

Payette Enterprise
Thursday, September 29, 1921
BRANNOCK, H. J.
H. J. Brannock was born in Gracon County, Va., November 8th, 1844, and died at Hot Lake, Oregon, Sept. 24th, 1921.

In 1867 he was married to Miss Sally Hodges and to this union were born five children. After the death of his first wife he was married to Miss H. J. Hodges in 1896, at Covington, Kentucky.

Mr. Brannock moved to Bloomington, Indiana, in 1881, and resided there until 1909 when he moved to Phoenix, Arizona. In 1910 he moved to Payette where he has since resided. In 1911 Mr. Brannock was elected Mayor of the City of Payette.

Bro. Brannock for years has been a member of the Baptist denomination and for thirty years a member of the Knights of Pythias Order.

He leaves to mourn his loss a loving wife, four children, a number of other relatives and a host of friends.

Funeral services were held at the home Monday afternoon under the auspices of the Knights of Pythias who laid the body at rest with their beautiful ritualistic service. The services at the home were in charge of Rev. C. L. Walker. A mixed quartette rendered several beautiful and appropriate selections. (Riverside Cemetery)

Payette Enterprise
Thursday, September 29, 1921
COOPER, JOHN
JOHN COOPER PASSES AWAY

Mr. John Cooper, an aged and respected citizen of this community, passed away at his home in this city at an early hour this (Thursday) morning. Funeral services will be held at the Baptist Church, Friday afternoon at 2:30 o'clock. An obituary will be published in next week's issue.

Payette Enterprise (Thursday, October 13, 1921)
JOHN COOPER

Mr. John Cooper was born in Huntington County, Pennsylvania, Sept. 20, 1839 and died in Payette, Sept. 29, 1921, being 82 years and 9 days old. He was married at Ravanna, Mo., to Miss Martha Luticia Spurgin, May 7th, 1868. There were born to this union two daughters; Lillian Elizabeth and Laura Francis. He is survived by his wife and one daughter, Mrs. E. B. Dorathy of Payette. The other daughter, Mrs. Allen of Midvale, died last July. There are six grand-children and four great grand-children. There are many friends who sympathize with these bereaved ones. Mr. Cooper enlisted in the 114 Illinois Infantry, Co. D and served his country faithfully until wounded. He spent a number of months in the hospital and when able to travel was sent home and was honorably discharged after the war closed.

The funeral services were conducted by the pastor of the Baptist church of which Mr. Cooper was a member.

Payette Enterprise
Thursday, October 13, 1921
O'BANNON, ETTA
Mrs. Etta O'Bannon

Wife of P. L. O'Bannon was born in North Carolina in the year 1871.

Departed this life at Albany, Oregon, Oct. 8, 1921, aged 49 years, 9 months and 20 days.

She was the mother of four children two having preceded her to the Great Beyond.

She leaves to mourn their loss her husband, one son, one daughter, a father, three brothers and two sisters and a host of friends, but their loss is her gain.

Funeral services were conducted at her home in Payette by Rev. C. B. Webster.

Interment in the Payette cemetery. (Riverside Cemetery)

Payette Enterprise
Thursday, October 20, 1921
COCKERUM, INFANT TWINS
CARD OF THANKS

We wish to express our appreciation to the many friends who so kindly assisted during the sorrowing period, attending the brief span of life, and passing of our infant twins. Also for the many beautiful flowers received at that time. Mr. and Mrs. Guy L. Cockerum (Riverside Cemetery)

Payette Enterprise
Thursday, October 27, 1921
WILSON, RALPH
Rev. Argyl Houser was called to Caldwell to officiate at the funeral of one of Homedale's High School students who passed away at the Caldwell hospital after an eight day sickness of appendicitis. Ralph was born Nov. 10, 1901 and departed this life Oct. 16, 1921. His age was therefore 19 years, 11 months and 6 days. When a child his home was in Payette where he has a host of friends. He lived with his parents at Homedale, Mr. and Mrs. J. H. Wilson, he was loved and respected by the Homedale students who attended his funeral in a body, furnished beautiful music, and provided many beautiful flowers.

Payette Enterprise
Thursday, October 27, 1921
SWARTZ, MARY ANN MORFOTT
Mary Ann Morfott Schwartz was born in Mason County, Illinois, July 6th, 1844. Was married to Benjamin F. Swartz in 1866. She moved to Iowa where she made her home until February, 1920, when she moved to her present home in Fruitland.

Two children were born in the home, Charles and William who have always made their home with their parents. Mrs. Swartz passed away October 22nd at the home of Mrs. Baker in Payette. Besides a husband and two sons, she is survived by one sister at Chandlerville, Ill., one sister and four brothers have preceded her in death. Funeral services were held in Payette Tuesday afternoon at 2 o'clock at the Methodist church, conducted by Rev. Todd of Fruitland, assisted by Rev. Clyde Walker of Payette. Interment was made in Riverside cemetery. (Riverside Cemetery)

CARD OF THANKS

We wish to express our sincere thanks and gratitude to our friends and neighbors for their kindness and sympathy during the sickness and death of our wife and mother and for the beautiful flowers. B. F. Swartz, Chas. E. Swartz, W. F. Swartz

Payette Enterprise
Thursday, October 27, 1921
ORRELL, WILLIAM BENJAMIN FRANKLIN
16 YEAR-OLD BOY ACCIDENTLY KILLED

The many friends of the Orrell family who formerly lived in Payette, were grieved to learn of the accidental death of William Benjamin Franklin Orrell, the 16-year old son of Lafayette Orrell, (known as Baz Orrell), which occurred at Buhl, Idaho, on Sunday, October 23rd. The unfortunate young man came to his death while playing in an old shack, in company with his brother and another boy, a shotgun which was hanging on the wall was knocked down by the jar of the door as it was shut by one of the boys leaving the house, causing the discharge of the gun, the charge entering the boys neck. The body was brought to Payette Tuesday evening where the funeral was held from the Christian Church conducted by Rev. H. E. Mowe, on Wednesday afternoon. Young Orrell was a bright boy and a student of the High School at Buhl. (Riverside Cemetery)

Payette Enterprise
Thursday, November 17, 1921
RANDS, FERN
Little Fern Rands, little 6 year old daughter of the late Frank Rands, died at the home of Mr. and Mrs. C. E. Sandy near Star Saturday. She had been ailing for the past 10 days, but her condition was not that to be serious, however, she took worse Saturday morning and died in a few hours. Funeral services were held at the home Sunday afternoon. Those going from here were: Mr. and Mrs. T. J. Beckwith, Mrs. W. A. Cloude and Edith, Misses Marguerite Waite and Elizabeth Gibbons, Messrs. Elwin Rands and Harold Vestal and Mr. and Mrs. A. L. Gorham and Earle Rands of Payette, Mr. and Mrs. Coons were taken over Saturday by J. W. Beehler.

Payette Enterprise
Thursday, November 17, 1921
COLLINSWORTH, CHESTER
The little infant son of Mr. and Mrs. Chester Colingsworth, born on Sunday, Nov. 13, passed away the same night. Funeral services were held Monday. (Parkview Cemetery)

Note: According to the Idaho Death Index the name should be Collinsworth. ch

Payette Enterprise
Thursday, December 01, 1921
YOUNG, HENRY MARQUIS
MARQUIS YOUNG CALLED BY DEATH

On Sunday afternoon the community was immeasururably shocked and grieved to learn of the sudden death of Mark Young, only son of Mr. and Mrs. H. R. Young. Acute heart failure was the immediate cause of untimely death, which occurred at three o'clock on Sunday, after an illness of but a few days.

Henry Marquis Young, was born at Berwich, North Dakota, on April 15th, 1907. He lived in North Dakota, until two years of age, when he came with his parents to Payette, where he has since made his home. He was a member of the Freshman Class of the Payette High School.

Funeral services were conducted Tuesday afternoon, from the Methodist church by the Rev. Clyde Walker, assisted by the Rev. Argyl Houser. Interment was made in Riverside cemetery.

Mr. Young's mother and brother, arrived from Ogden, Utah, in time to attend the funeral.

"Mark" Young was a boy, justly popular among his schoolmates, and with the older men and women with whom he came in contact who were won by his never failing gentle courtesy. He was a boy of whom it may be truthfully said that he never gave his parents a moments anxiety. A great reader, a great, "home boy", and a cheerful worker, those three qualities in him make his going a terrible blow to those nearest and dearest to him and a cause of sorrow to his many friends.

He leaves to mourn their loss, his parents and little sister Mildred, besides numerous other relatives. The hearts of all the fathers and mothers in Payette go out to Mr. and Mrs. Young in their bereavement.

The Enterprise extends to the bereaved family its deepest sympathy. (Riverside Cemetery)

Payette Enterprise
Thursday, December 08, 1921
PRICHARD, GOLDA
Golda Illa Prichard, ten year old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Thomas R. Prichard of this city, died at the home of Nurse Baker last Friday evening at 8 o'clock following an illness of but a few days. The cause of her death was ulcer of the lungs. She is survived by a father and mother, three sisters and four brothers. Funeral services were conducted by Rev. Buell from the Baptist church, Sunday afternoon at 2:30. The Prichard family came to Payette from Montana but a few months ago, during the short time they have been here they have made many friends who will extend to them their heartfelt sympathy in their sad bereavement. (Riverside Cemetery)

Payette Enterprise
Thursday, December 08, 1921
HART, JOSEPHINE
The whole community was saddened when the news came of the death of little Josephine Hart, which occurred at the home of her grandmother, Mrs. J. M. Royston in Fruitland, Thursday morning, Dec. 1 at 7:15. While she had been very ill since July 7, she had seemed to be improving and great hopes were held out for her recovery, so when death came, it was a great shock to everyone. She was born on the Royston farm on Pennsylvania Avenue, October 30, 1912, and has lived in Fruitland most of the time since. She was a member and a most regular attender of the Methodist Sunday School. Wherever she went she carried her sweet smile and sunny disposition and was loved by everyone who knew her.

During her illness, she still retained these, and was patient until the last. She will be greatly missed at home and every place she was known as nothing can ever take her place. By losing this little girl we have lost one o our dearest children, and the most we can say is, "She budded on earth, to bloom in Heaven."

Funeral services were held from the Fruitland Church, Sunday afternoon, at 2 o'clock, conducted by Rev. George Todd, and interment made in Riverside cemetery, Monday morning, the body being held on account of Lafe Royston, who was coming from Canada, being delayed. (Riverside Cemetery)

Payette Enterprise
Thursday, December 15, 1921
ADAMS, CHARLES
CHARLES ADAMS KILLED INSTANTLY

Charles A. Adams, a well known farmer of near Ontario, was instantly killed last Saturday afternoon about 1:30 when a Dodge roadster, in which he was riding left the grade near the Mounie Olson place 4 miles east of Payette, pinning him to the ground. The car belonged to C. Dunham of Cambridge, who was driving the car at the time accident, who was also pinned beneath its heavy weight and would have also been killed only for the heavy mattress that was being carried in the back part of the car. Mr. Dunham was pinned down by the steering wheel and the mattress, being under that side of the car relieved the heavy pressure, his injuries were not serious, only a few cuts on the hands from the broken windshield and other minor bruises. Mr. Adam's chest was crushed in by the weight of the car, causing instant death. His wife who was visiting at the Dalles, Oregon, was notified by wire and arrived in Ontario, Sunday evening. The body was brought to Lauer's Undertaking Parlor and shipped to Ontario Sunday evening, where the funeral was held from the Methodist Church at that place Monday evening.

Mr. Dunham says the accident was caused by the dog which was riding in the car at their feet, attracted his attention by getting his feet on the steering wheel and in pushing him down must have turned the course of the car over the grade down the embankment of about 25 feet.

The deceased has a brother and sister living at Cottonwood, Oregon. He was a member in good standing in the I.O.O.F. lodge of Ontario, and had at the time of his death, an identification card in his pocket, also a receipt showing his dues paid to July first, 1922.

Payette Enterprise
Thursday, December 15, 1921
CLELLAND, LOIS CAZIER
Lois Cazier Clelland passed away at her home near Payette, Monday morning, following a continued illness of several months. She made a hard fight to survive and was patient to the last. She was a kind wife and affectionate mother to her seven children, the oldest a married daughter and the youngest a son four years of age.

Besides her immediate family she leaves to mourn her departure a father and mother, and one brother, all of Payette.

Funeral services were held Tuesday afternoon from the Methodist church conducted by Rev. H. E. Mowe, pastor of the Christian Church, interment made in Riverside cemetery. (Riverside Cemetery)

Payette Enterprise
Thursday, December 22, 1921
ASHLOCK, FRANCIS
OBITUARY OF FRANCIS P. ASHLOCK

Francis P. Ashlock was born February 28, 1843, in the state of Illinois and departed this life at his home in Payette, December 19, 1921. He was therefore aged 78 years, 9 months and 21 days.

Mr. Ashlock was a member of the G.A.R., having served as a private in Company G., of the Fourteenth Illinois Regiment. Later he served with the 71st Illinois Regiment. He was honorably discharged Sept. 1, 1865, having spent more than 4 years in the service. The American people honor and respect the members of the G.A.R. But now another old soldier has answered the summons and their is one less to tell the stories of those days. It is a notable fact that three generations of this family have served their country in army life, the deceased, a son, William P. in the Spanish American; and a grandson in the late world war, James Ashlock.

There remain to live after him besides many friends and other relatives, two sons and one daughter. The residence of George is not known at present but William P. Ashlock and the daughter, Mrs. S. M. Justice live in Payette. The wife passed away more than two years ago.

Funeral services were held at the Church of God, Wednesday at 2 p.m., December 21. Rev. Argyl Houser conducted the services and burial was made in Riverside cemetery. (Riverside Cemetery)

Payette Enterprise
Thursday, December 29, 1921
CARPENTER, W. P.
ANOTHER G.A.R. MEMBER DIES

W.P. Carpenter, for many years a minister in Kansas for the Methodist Protestant church, and for three and one-half years a soldier in the Civil war, departed this life at the home of his daughter, Mrs. Fred Zeiger of near Payette, Dec. 26th, 1921. He had reached the ripe age of nearly 85 years.

The gates of heaven stand ajar before us. Our dear old friend has now passed through them. His presence will never again in this life be with us. He is dead. Dead? No, he lives. Never was he more alive than now. There is no death.

"The stars go down,
to rise upon some other shore.
And bright in heaven's jeweled crown
They shine forevermore."

He has simply changed his residence place from the earthly house to the house not made with hands, eternal in the heavens. And there in the kingdom of God he shines in the glory of the undying sun.

He was a member of Co. K of the 17th Iowa Reg. Thus another G.A.R. member has left us. How rapidly they are going. Someday in big head lines of the paper we will read that the last one has left us. American people honor and respect them. Deepest sympathy is extended to the bereaved family but they find comfort that he belonged to the Grand Army of the Redeemed.

Brief services were conducted by the Rev. Argyl Houser of the Church of God at the Lauer Undertaking Parlors. Mrs. Zeiger journeyed with the body to Earleton, Kansas, where the funeral services will be held from the M.E. Church where Mr. Carpenter was a minister for several years.

1922


Payette Enterprise
Thursday, January 05, 1922
BLAIR, LULA MYRTLE
A SAD MESSAGE RECEIVED

It is with the deepest sorrow we announce to the people of this community the death of Mrs. E. A. Blair which occured at the Hot Lake Sanitorium Wednesday, January 4th, at 12:45 P.M., after patiently suffering from the effects of an operation three weeks before. The sad news was received at this office by telephone and soon spread to inquiring friends who for the past few days have constantly waited with hopes that word might be received giving some hope of her recovery, but when the final message came that she had passed to the great beyond, it can be truly said, many homes in this community were saddened as never before. The message that conveyed the sad news also gave the information, that the family including the two daughters and their husbands who live at LaGrande, and also T. J. Brown, a nephew, of Sela, Washington, would accompany the body to Payette this (Thursday) afternoon, where the funeral would be held from the Christian Church, Friday afternoon, at 2 o'clock. a more complete and appropriate obituary will be published next week.

Payette Enterprise (Thursday, January 12, 1922)

LULA MYRTLE BLAIR

Lula Myrtle Grove was born at Epworth, Iowa, February 7th, 1865. She was united in marriage to E. A. Blair at Panora, Iowa September 19, 1882, where they continued to live for many years and where four children were born to bless their home, one a sweet little girl of four years after being tenderly nursed during a long period of sickness by the vigilant hand of that dear mother was surrendered back to her creator.

In February 1904, Mr. and Mrs. Blair together with their three children moved to Colorado where they purchased and lived on a small fruit farm near the city of Grand Junction until November 1906 when they came to Payette living on a fruit farm near Fruitland until the fall of 1910 moving at that time to Payette where they have since made their home.

One of the most consoling things we can say, Mrs. Blair has lived a true christian life from childhood and her departure from this life is not death, it is only a promotion from a world of sin and suffering into a place of peace and happiness where sorrowing and suffering is unknown and to be with her sweet little flaxen haired daughter who preceded her to the better world many years ago.

On coming to Payette Mrs. Blair united with the Christian Church at this place and took an active part at all services many times attending when ill health would early permit. For several years she faithfully and satisfactorily held the place as leader of the choir, her life has principally been a life of devotion to others, thinking least of her own suffering. During her last illness and the three long weeks of suffering at the Hot Lake Sanitorium she was patient to the last, her only hope was that she might be spared a few years more to assist in the care of her home and family and others whom she dearly loved, her life has been an exemplified life to follow. Besides a husband who has for nearly forty years born with her the trials and enjoyed the pleasures of life and who will more keenly feel the loss, she is survived by one son and two daughters, Mrs. T. O. Mead and Mrs. Grover Stewart, of LaGrande, and Vere, the youngest of the family now 21 years of age, who is home with his father.

The funeral was held from the Christian Church last Friday afternoon conducted by Rev. Mowe, who spoke principally of the Christian life of the departed and the assurance of her reward. Interment took place in Riverside cemetery where she was laid peacefully to rest. (Riverside Cemetery)

Payette Enterprise
Thursday, January 12, 1922
SYMES, CREIGHTON
Creighton Symes was born in Scotland, May 6, 1862, and came to the U. S. at the age of 20. He has resided in Idaho 19 years, 4 years in Richfield and the past 15 in the vicinity of Fruitland. He united with the Presbyterian Church in his early days in Scotland.

He was married to Mrs. Johanna Mitchell in 1904. To this union was born four children, Donald, having preceded his father in death several years ago and Miss Gene, Banks and Kenneth all live at home. Besides these he leaves to mourn his loss, his father and mother, his wife and four step-shildren Mrs. George Profitt and Miss Adelaide Mitchell of Edmonds, Washington, and Chas. E. and Ralph of Fruitland. Mr. Symes was one of 16 children and has 3 brothers and 2 sisters living, one brother and both sisters are in Scotland, one brother John, resides at New Plymouth and one brother Hutton, resides in Watson, Oregon. Funereal services were held from the home Monday afternoon, conducted by Rev. Geo. C. Todd, and interment made in Riverside cemetery.

Mr. and Mrs. John Symes and father and mother, of New Plymouth; Mr. and Mrs. George Symes of Letha, Mr. Huton Symes and son Carl of Watson, Oregon, Mr. Will Symes of Payette, Mr. and Mrs. Robert McAuley of Weiser, Mr. and Mrs. Frank Faurot of Wiser, and Mr. and Mrs. C. J. Ashcraft of Nyssa, Oregon, all attended the funeral services. (Riverside Cemetery)

Payette Enterprise
Thursday, January 12, 1922
HECKES, HENRY
Henry Heckes was born in Duffeldorf, Germany Nov. 6, 1860. He came to the U. S. with his family at the age of 11. He has 3 sisters living in Wisconsin and one brother in Nebraska. He has been a member of the Modern Woodmen of America for the past 25 years. Besides his brother and sisters he leaves to mourn his loss, his wife, two daughters, Avel and Nellie, and four sons, Harry, John, George and Carl.

Funeral services were held from the home, Monday morning, conducted by Rev. George Todd, and interment was made in Riverside cemetery.

John Anderson of Hot Lake, Oregon, father of Mrs. Heckes, arrived Saturday to attend the services. He returned to Hot Lake Monday, Mr. Walile Anderson brother of Mrs. Heckes, arrived Sunday from Sugar City and will remain a week.

CARD OF THANKS

We wish to take this means to express our sincere thanks to the neighbors and friends who so kindly assisted us and for the beautiful flowers they furnished. MRS. HENRY HECKES AND FAMILY (Riverside Cemetery)

Payette Enterprise
Thursday, January 19, 1922
MAULE, LENORE
Lenore V. Maule was born October 20, 1861, in Greensborough, North Carolina, and died at the family home in Payette, Idaho, January 14, 1922, aged sixty years, two months and twenty-three days, death coming peacefully, as the result of an illness of eighteen months duration.

Deceased spent her early years in North Carolina, moving later to Council Bluffs, Iowa, where she was married March 23, 1886, to William Maule, coming to Payette with her husband and children in the fall of 1902, and making her home here up to the time of her death.

Mrs. Maule was a loyal worker in Church and Civic organizations.

She was a member of the Woman's Relief Corps, the Order of the Eastern Star and the Womens Auxiliary to the American Legion. She also held a life membership in the W. C. T. U. and was an honorary member of the Portia Club. This latter organization Mrs. Maule served for many years as Corresponding Secretary, only resigning her office when her failing health made it impossible for her to continue in the work she loved, and which she so efficiently performed. Not only by the Portia club, but by every other organization to which she belonged, and by a large circle of friends, will Mrs. Maule be sadly missed. Such service as she gave is not readily forgotten but she will be more keenly missed in the home where she has for nearly forty years filled the place as a kind and loving wife and mother.

She is survived by her husband, two daughters and four sons, as follows: Mrs. R. O. Payne, of Ontario, Mrs. E. H. Murphy of Payette, Albert Maule of Nampa, Ruel and Dwight of Payette, and Leroy, who is a student at the University of Idaho, a third daughter Pearl, died in infancy.

Funeral services were conducted at the family home on Second Ave., North, by the Rev. Thos. Ashworth, Rector of St. James' Church, while the O. E. S. officiated at the grave. Interment was made in Riverside cemetery.

The heartfelt sympathy of the entire community goes out to the Maule family in their bereavement and particularly to the husband who has been constantly by her side during the long period of sickness and rendered all possible aid and comfort until the last.

CARD OF THANKS

To all our friends who kindly assisted us by acts of kindness and gentle ministrations, offering consolation and comfort and supplying lovely flowers during our recent bereavement, we desire to express our thanks and sincere gratitude. When darkness comes to the home of you or yours, may we wish that the power that controls human destiny will lessen your burden in accordance with your solicitude for us. WILLIAM MAULE AND FAMILY (Riverside Cemetery)

Payette Enterprise
Thursday, January 19, 1922
COX, WILLIAM H.
Mr. Cox was born in Missouri, March 26, 1841 and died January 13, 1922, at the age of 80 years, 9 months and 13 days.

At the age of 7 years he moved to Texas with his parents where he resided until he was 21 years old, when he went to California, where he has lived since.

On last Monday Mr. Cox came to Payette with his daughter, Mrs. S. D. Thacker, to spend the winter. The ones for him. He retired Friday evening in the best of health and went peacefully to sleep, never to awaken. His death was a terrible chock to his loved ones, but they are consoled with the thought that he passed on without any suffering.

Besides his daughter, Mrs. Thacker, he leaves a wife, four sons and two daughters in California.

Funeral services were held at the Methodist Church, Tuesday, January 17th, at 3 P. M., conducted by the Rev. Clyde L. Walker.

Interment was made in the Riverside cemetery.

CARD OF THANKS

We wish to thank the friends and neighbors who were so kind to us in our sorrow and who gave the beautiful flowers. MR. AND MRS. S. D. THACKER, CHLOE L. BRASSEY (Riverside Cemetery)

Payette Enterprise
Thursday, February 02, 1922
PENCE, PETER
PAYETTE'S OLDEST PIONEER CALLED

Sadness again visited this community last Friday evening when it was announced that Peter Pence one of the early pioneers and highly respected citizens of this community had passed away at 8:30. While his death had been almost hourly expected for several days when the final message came that he had gone many hearts were saddened. Mr. Pence was a man whose advice in business and social affairs will be keenly missed. He was one of the sturdy pioneers who came to this state in the early 60's. He was born in Armstrong County, Pennsylvania, October 2, 1937. At the age of twenty he went to Kansas where he engaged in freighting making three trips to Denver in 1861, and the following year crossed the plains with an ox team to the State of Oregon. Learning of the gold discovery in the Boise Basin he soon set out for that place where he formed a partnership with Samuel Kenny whipsawing lumber for use in the mining camps which brought as high as $300 per thousand.

During the year 1863 Mr. Pence devoted his time in hauling logs with an ox team for the building of the rapid growing town of Idaho City, and the following year packed and freighted provisions from Umatilla to Idaho City. In the early summer of 1866 he went to Portland where he purchased a threshing machine and after threshing for the early settlers in the Boise Valley, sold his outfit taking gold dust in exchange and on January 9, 1867, went to Walla Walla, Washington, where he purchased a herd of cattle and drove them back into the Territory of Idaho, landing at the mouth of Big Willow Creek, 10 miles southeast of Payette, where he purchased from a squatter, his right to what has since been known as the Pence ranch. These were the first beef cattle brought into the Territory of Idaho and the beginning of Mr. Pence's 50 years career in the stock business. In the 1872 he was married to Miss Anna Bixby who was also a pioneer of Southern Idaho, having crossed the plains in 1862 and who has passed to her reward 19 years ago. In the year of 1877 when the Indians made their second outbreak Mr. Pence was with General Howard in the Indian War and in 1878 was Captain of a band of Home Scouts.

In 1882 he moved with his family to Payette where he was elected the first Mayor of the town, and where he has been closely identified with Payette and vicinity in every way, commercially and socially, taking a deep interest in every enterprise for the betterment of the community. He was for many years and at the time of his death President of the First National Bank of Payette. He was a Charter member of the Masonic lodge of Payette and for many years a member and worker in the Methodist Church.

He is survived by four sons and two daughters they are; E. C. Pence of Boise, A. L. Pence, H. B. Pence, Walter Pence, Mrs. F. M. Satoris and Mrs. R. D. Bradshaw of Payette. He is also survived by one brother, Tom Pence of Weiser, one brother and sister in Pennsylvania, and one sister in Colorado, and also 15 grandchildren of which he was extremely proud.

The funeral Sunday afternoon at the Methodist Church conducted by Rev. Clyde L. Walker, pastor, was one of the largest in the history of Payette. The Masonic lodge attending in a body, many coming from a distance to pay their last sad rights to a brother Mason and beloved pioneer. At the grave in Riverside cemetery many people gathered to witness the solemn Masonic ceremony conducted by Dr. I. R. Woodward. the pall-bearers were: A. B. Moss, Jr., I. L. Thurston, E. H. Murphy, Frank Fuller, Paul Walker, James L. Edwards, Albert Hansel and Ross P. Mason, all being members of the Masonic order. There were also nine honorary pall-bearers who were E. T. Jewell of Los Angeles, Algert Jackson of Long Beach, Douglass Knox and John Davis of Emmett, John Bivens of Ontario, Jacob Stroup, Thomas Ranahan, A. J. McFarland and C. Johnson of Payette. (Riverside Cemetery)

Payette Enterprise
Thursday, February 02, 1922
CREE, OZIAS
Ozias Cree, a well respected citizen of Payette, died at his home in Payette at 12:30 A. M., January 29, 1922, following a long continued illness and failing health for several years. He was a man reserved in his way, but loved by all who knew him. He was honest and upright in all his dealings which made for him many friends in this community, he was born in Ohio, January 15, 1851, being a few days past 71 years of age at the time of his death.

At the age of two years he moved with his parents to Waynesville, DeWitt County, Ill., and in 1870 moved to Pottawatomie County Kansas, and on February 3, 1876, he was united in marriage to Mary Williams his present berieved wife. In the year 1902 he moved with his family to Manhattan, Kansas, where the children might have the advantages of the college at that place. In the year 1912 they moved to Payette which has since been their home. Besides his grief stricken wife he is survived by eight children: Mrs. A. P. Scritchfield of Weiser, Idaho, Mrs. P. F. Terrall of Casper, Wyo., Mrs. N. A. Tounsend of Eugene, Oregon, Mrs. Ira Tweedy of Rupert, Idaho, Mrs. Scott Brainard of Honolulu, Vernon V. Cree of Twin Falls, John Cree and Lillian Cree of Payette, also seven grand-children. Of his own family there remains but one brother, Elwood Cree, of West Morland, Kansas.

In early life the deceased became a member of the Methodist Episcopal church, where he took an active part until recent years owing to ill health took but little active interest. Funeral services were held from the Methodist church Sunday afternoon, conducted by Rev. Clyde L. Walker, pastor, where many sorrowing friends gathered to pay their last respects. Interment took place in Riverside cemetery. (Riverside Cemetery)

Payette Enterprise
Thursday, February 09, 1922
SYME, MARTHA
MRS. MARTHA SYMES Mrs. Martha Symes, wife of William Symes departed this life at her home five miles east of Payette last Thursday morning, February 2nd, 1922, following a continued illness of more than a year, suffering patiently from the effects of a cancer. She was converted to the Christian faith when a child, living a true Christian all her life which was her greatest comfort during her affliction and her last hours on earth.

She was born at Astoria, Oregon, August 22, 1884, being at the time of her death 37 years, 5 months and 10 days of age, she was the youngest daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Samuel Browning. While living at Astoria her father died, her mother returning to Illinois to live with relatives, a few years later the mother died. On September 5th, 1904, she was married to Ray B. Stevens, at the home of her foster parents, Mr. and Mrs. C. W. Gardner, who for 15 years had dearly loved and educated her as their own child. To this union one son was born now 11 years of age, who is attending school at Gooding, Idaho.

She was united in marriage to William Symes, October 17, 1917, and moved to their present home in August, 1919. She is survived by her husband, and son, Carroll Browning, whom Mr. Symes adopted a year ago as his own son, also a brother, Charles Browning of Payette and a brother, Sherman Browning, and a sister Mrs. Julia Hamilton of Illinois.

Funeral services took place Sunday afternoon, February 5th, from the Church of God, conducted by the Pastor, Rev. Argyl Houser. The Parson's Quartet rendered beautiful music. Interment took place in Riverside cemetery. (Riverside Cemetery)

Payette Enterprise
Thursday, February 16, 1922
CHAPIN, J. C.
J. C. CHAPIN DIES AT MARSHFIELD

Word came by wire Sunday evening to Mr. William Maule, from Marshfield, Oregon, announcing the death of Mr. J. C. Chapin, who left Payette less than a year ago for his health. No further information ha been received. The Chapin family came to Payette many years ago and stand high in business and social circles of this community. Mr. Chapin has been in failing health for more than a year and his death was not all-together unexpected.

Besides a wife and large family of children he leaves many warm friends in Payette who will be grieved to learn of his departure. It is likely the burial took place at Marshfield, however should we be furnished with the information we will publish an obituary next week.

Payette Enterprise (Thursday, February 23, 1922)

DECEASED MARSHFIELD MAN HAD LARGE FAMILY

Acute Pneumonia Takes short time
Resident of City - Ten Children and Widow Survive

J. C. Chapin of South Broadway died yesterday afternoon an illness lasting since last Wednesday night when he was taken with acute pneumonia.

The deceased was 70 years of age in January and had resided in Marshfield since last August, when he came here from Payette, Idaho. He leaves a widow and ten living children, five of whom are residents of Marshfield. There were five girls and five sons in the family. All of the children with the exception of two who are living in Colorado, will be present at the funeral which will probably be held on Wednesday.

The children include: Dr. C. F. Chapin, Myrtle, Lena, Fern and LaPriel, of Marshfield; Mrs. Harry Powell of Eugene, Ore.; R. E. of Otis, Colo.; W. F. of Post Falls, Idaho, and E. W. of Otis, Colo.

The deceased was born in France in the district near where the battle of the Argonne occured during the world war.

The family had resided for 20 years past in Payette, Idaho. Before they were residents of Loomis, Nebraska. The deceased had been a farmer for most of his life.

Mr. Chapin had been partially incapicated from a stroke of paralysis which he suffered about a year ago. - Marshfield News -

Payette Enterprise
Thursday, February 16, 1922
WOOD, FRANK
FRANK WOOD PASSES AWAY AT HIS HOME NEAR MIDVALE

M. E. Wood was called to Midvale last Friday on account of the death of his brother, Frank Wood, who lived a few miles from that place. His death occured Friday evening at 5 o'clock following several years of failing health. Mr. Wood was well known and highly respected in this community having owned and lived on the Miles Cannon ranch between Payette and Weiser for several years, he was 61 years of age and leaves a wife and married son who with his wife is now living at home with his mother. The funeral was held at Midvale Sunday afternoon at two o'clock, interment in the Midvale cemetery.

Payette Enterprise
Thursday, February 23, 1922
HIATT, MADELINE
FUNERAL OF LITTLE MADELINE HIATT

One of the saddest funerals held in Payette for some time was that of little Madeline Hiatt, the four year old daughter of Dr. and Mrs. E. C. Hiatt of Weiser, who died from eating home-canned corn which caused botulism poison. On Tuesday of last week the little girl ate a small portion of canned corn from a jar which her mother had left open on the kitchen table intending to throw it out as it had a peculiar odor. She was seized with a vomiting spell and her eyes and throat soon became effected as the case of the Cambridge victim of botulism, and died within 24 hours. The body being brought to Payette where the funeral wa held from the Christian Church, Thursday afternoon at 2 o'clock.

Dr. Hiatt is a son of Mr. and Mrs. L. P. Hiatt of this city, and is well known here having followed his profession here several years ago before moving to Weiser. The family have many sympathising friends in this community. (Riverside Cemetery)

Payette Enterprise
Thursday, February 23, 1922
ANTRIM, PHOEBE
AGED WOMAN PASSES TO HER REWARD

Mrs. Phoebe A. Antrim, age 31 years, 7 months and 1 day, passed away at an early hour Wednesday morning at the home of her son, Z. F. Antrim, on North Sixth Street. Owing to receiving the information to late and for lack of space we will publish a complete obituary next week. The funeral services will be conducteed from the home Friday afternoon at one P.M., conducted by Rev. Shamberger of Fruitland. (Riverside Cemetery)

Payette Enterprise
Thursday, February 23, 1922
MARLAR, WILLIAM OSBORNE
William Osborne Marlar was born in Davis County, Missouri, July 1, 1856. He lived in Missouri, South Dakota, Nebraska, and two years in Oklahoma, wher one daughter preceeded him in death. He moved here with his family eleven years ago and has lived here since with the exception of two years, when they lived in Emmett. He was married in Missouri, to Harriet Francis Scott in 1877. He leaves to mourn his loss, his wife, three sons, N. O. of Columbus, Nebraska, H. Frank of Prosi, California, Carl W., stationed at Boston; 4 daughters, Mrs. G. W. Koontz of Emmett, Mrs. F. W. Hopkins of Gresham, Oregon, Mrs. Charles Judy and Miss Marguerite, both of Fruitland, and 14 grandchildren, all of which were present at the funeral except Frank and Carl.

He was injured Feb. 6 and died Feb. 11, at St. Mary's Hospital in Albany, Oregon. Funeral services were held at the Methodist Church in Payette, Sunday afternoon, conducted by Rev. George Todd, and interment made in Riverside cemetery.

CARD OF THANKS

We wish to thank our many friends and neighbors who so kindly assisted us in the sudden death of our dear husband and father, and also for the many beautiful flowers. MRS. W. O. MARLAR and Children (Riverside Cemetery)

Payette Enterprise
Thursday, March 02, 1922
WALBRECHT, AUGUST
POPULAR DEPUTY CALLED BY DEATH

The Payette community will be shocked and grieved to hear of the sudden death of August C. Walbrecht, the popular young Deputy Sheriff. After five days of sickness from influenza and pneumonia, Mr. Walbrecht passed away early Wednesday morning at his home at 538 5th Street.

The deceased was a young man of strong moral character, high ideals, and a keen sense of duty, which made him generally popular and respected over the entire community in which he has made many friends in the last two and a half years during which time he has officiated as Deputy Sheriff under John T. Jefferies; his official duties being performed in a most satisfactory manner to all concerned.

The deceased was the son of Mr. and Mrs. John Walbrecht of Payette, and was 29 years of age on the 14th day of last January. He was born in York county, Nebraska, where he received grammer and High School education. The family then moved to Gooding, Idaho, where they lived for nine years, coming to Payette about three years ago.

August Walbrecht served in the 116th Infantry of the 29th Division in the late war, and spent a year overseas. He was taken down with influenza at Winchester, England, and after his recovery joined his forces in France. At the close of the war he returned to Payette and soon after was appointed Deputy Sheriff.

The deceased was a member of the Odd Fellows Lodge. In addition to his bereaved parents, he is survived by two brothers and two sisters; Edward and John Walbrecht, of Payette; Mrs. Myrtle Draganov, of Caldwell; and Miss Freda Walbrec, of Vale, Oregon.

Funeral Friday

Funeral services will be held at 2 o'clock tomorrow, Friday afternoon, at the Methodist Church, with Rev. Walker officiating. Officers of the Odd Fellows lodge will conduct the services at the grave assisted by members of the local Legion Post. (Riverside Cemetery)

Payette Enterprise
Thursday, March 02, 1922
ANTRIM, PHEBE
OBITUARY OF PHOEBE J. ANTRIM

Phoebe J. Stewart was born in the State of Indiana, July 21st, 1830 and died at her home in Payette, Feb. 22, 1922, therefore being 91 years, 7 months and one day old at the time of her death. More than 70 years of her long and useful life was spent in the faithful service of her master, she was converted in early life and became a member of the Christian church which faith she followed more than the average life of man.

In the year 1849, at the age of 19, she was united in marriage to W. C. Antrim who passed to his reward more than 50 years ago. To this union four sons were born, three of whom have also passed beyond. In 1854 she moved with her family to Iowa and in 1867 to the State of Missouri where the following year her husband was killed by a run-away team. In 1885 she moved with her son Z. F. Antrim to the state of Kansas and from there to western Nebraska where she made proof on a homestead claim in 1857. In 1911 she moved with her son to Rigby, Idaho and in 1919 to Payette where she spent her last declining years in scripture -- quotations patiently waiting for the time to come, her suffering was without pain or suffering, she was in her usual health on Tuesday and passed peacefully on at 7:10 Wednesday morning, Feb. 22, 1922.

Besides her son, Z. F. Antrim, of Payette, with whom she has made her home the greater part of the time for more than fifty years. She is survived by 21 grand-children and 23 great-grand-children. Funeral services were held from the home Thursday afternoon conducted by Rev. Shamburger of Fruitland. Interment took place in Riverside cemetery. (Riverside Cemetery)

Payette Enterprise
Thursday, March 02, 1922
JOHNSON, FANNIE
WORTHY WOMAN IS CALLED BY DEATH

Mrs. Fannie Johnson, Departed

Mrs. Fannie Johnson, a most worthy and lovable woman passed away at her home near New Plymouth last Sunday, February 26 at the age of 67 years.

The deceased was born at Richland, Keokuk County, Iowa, February 2, 1855, where she received her education. She was married in 1871 to William Johnson, who after fifty years of useful and happy married life is left to mourn the loss of wife and helpmate. They were blessed with a family of seven children, all surviving. They are: Mrs. V. Mercer and Lorenzo Johnson, of Payette, Lot and Curtis Johnson, of Ontario, Levi Johnson and Mrs. J. E. Brassfield, of New Plymouth, and Earnest Johnson, of Camden, Washington. She is also survived by two brothers, Perry and Albert Tally, who live in the East.

Mr. and Mrs. Johnson came to Idaho 18 years ago and have made a host of friends in this vicinity. The deceased joined the Methodist church when 13 years of age and all through her long and useful life has been a faithful member of the church and maintained a most worthy christian character.

Funeral services were conducted Wednesday afternoon by Rev. C. L. Walker at the Lauer Undertaking Parlors and were attended by the family and many friends and acquaintances. (Riverside Cemetery)

Payette Enterprise
Thursday, March 02, 1922
WAYNE, IRENE
OBITUARY OF MRS. IRENE WAYNE

Irene E. Wayne was born at Woodbine, Iowa, July 28, 1892, and departed this life, Feb. 28, 1922, at the age of 29 years, and 7 months. She was cut down in the prime of life, but no age is immune to the attack of death. Now we are reminded again if the words of St. James when he declares "What is queer life? It is even a vapor that appeareth for a little while and then vanisheth away." Death never waits for our revelation to make its abode.

At the age of three she came with her parents to Idaho. A year later they moved to Kansas. From here they returned to Idaho when the deceased was 9 years of age, and this has since been her home.

She was happily married to Henry Samuel Wayne, Nov. 17, 1907, who still survives and is keenly sensible of his loss. To this union seven children were born, two having died in infancy. The living are Minta aged 11, Herbert 9, Ruth 8, Velma 5, and Argyl 2. Many other relatives and friends survive, among them Mr. and Mrs. Abrams, the parents, and two sisters, one at Star, and Alma Lee at home. To all these and the friends the hour is dark but the sweet hope of the Christian is indeed comforting. "We shall meet beyond the river". But while these things are true, still in this once happy home, a vacant chair sits at the hearth stone. The deceased was known as one who was genial in temperment, kindly in disposition, and a loving wife and tender mother.

She was a member of the Church of God and suffered and died with the comfort of Jesus in her heart. Heaven is now her home.

"There grief is turned to pleasure
Such pleasure as below
No human voice can call better
And after fleshly weakness
And after this world's night
And after storm and whirlwinds
And calm and joy and light."

Funeral services took place from the Baptist Church of Payette, on the afternoon of March 2, 1922, conducted by Rev. Argyl Houser. (Riverside Cemetery)

Payette Enterprise
Thursday, March 02, 1922
WEAVER, SUSAN
OBITUARY

Mrs. Susan Weaver of Boise, died at the home of her daughter Mrs. J. W. Coates, Tuesday, February 4, after having been ill only a few days with pneumonia. The deceased was eighty-one years old. The body was shipped to Boise Thursday morning, where funeral services were held Saturday. The children Irvin Weaver, Mrs. Howard Weaver and Mrs. Tom Evans, all of Boise, arrived Tuesday morning. Mrs. Coates was very ill at the time and was unable to attend the funeral.

Payette Enterprise
Thursday, March 09, 1922
MORRISON, AMANDA
YOUNG WOMAN COMMITS SUICIDE

Amanda Morrison Ends Her Life Saturday Afternoon

Miss Amanda Morrison in a state of despondency brought on by a life-time struggle against physical infirmaties and continued sickness, ended her life last Saturday afternoon by shooting herself in the head with a 39-caliber revolver.

The tragedy was first discovered by her brother, George Garvey, section foreman of the O. B. L. railroad, when he returned home from his work about 4 o'clock. He at once notified the authorities and Coroner H. T. Knight came down from New Plymouth, and after a thorough investigation decided that it was a clear case of suicide and that no inquest was necessary.

The deceased was 38 years of age, and had resided in Payette since last September, when she was brought here by her brother, following the death of her mother in Butte, Montana. She had since made her home with Mr. and Mrs. Garvey at the railroad section house. Relatives had no previous intimation that she was unusually despondent and for sometime previous to her death had seemed more cheerful than usual. Mrs. Garvey was out of town on Saturday.

Funeral services were held at Lauer's Undertaking Parlors Monday morning, the remains being interred in Riverside cemetery. (Riverside Cemetery)

Payette Enterprise
Thursday, March 09, 1922
WELLS, EMMA
EDITOR'S MOTHER CALLED BEYOND
MRS. ALEXANDER WELLS

Payette has again been saddened by the passing of one of its oldest and most respected residents, Mrs. Alexander Wells. Her spirit passed to the great beyond late Thursday afternoon, March 2nd., at the age of 79 years, five months, closing a long and useful Christian life. She is gone, but the influence of her loving disposition, kindly deeds, and true Christian principles, still lives in the hearts and minds of many friends and descendants.

The deceased was born near Scheffield, England, and came with her parents to Moline, Ill., when she was seven years old. Sixty years ago she was married in Illinois to Alexander Wells, a pastor of the Christian Church who filled many pulpits in Illinois and Iowa. They moved to Payette from Iowa 22 years ago, where Mr. Wells continued his Christian work, frequently assisting other pastors by filling their pulpits, always assisted by his ever-willing wife and helpmate. The Reverend Wells passed away here on Oct. 2nd. 1916, leaving a bereaved widow and three stalwart sons who have ably carried on the work he so well started.

Funeral services were conducted at the Christian Church, Sunday afternoon, the church was crowded with those who came to pay their last respects to one who has been generally loved and respected by all. Rev. Mowe preached a touching sermon, and emphasized the value and usefulness of a true Christian life such as was lived by the deceased who had been a faithful member of the church for 60 years. His words gave comfort solace to the mourners, that the deceased has now passed to her Greater Reward.

Mrs. Wells is survived by three sons, six grandchildren, and 5 great-grand-children. Her surviving sons are: B. L. Wells, who conducts an orchard east of Payette, William Wells, Editor of the Enterprise; and Sterling Wells, a prosperous real estate dealer of Schaller Iowa. The latter arrived in Payette in time to attend his mother's funeral.

"By their fruits, ye shall know them".

In addition to the above article written by Mr. Bartlet who kindly gave his assistance during our absence from the office, the Editor desires to add a few words -- the last sad right of a dear mother.

It has been our privilege for more than a half century to live in the same community and to know almost every thought and act of the mother we have just lain to rest. Her life was one of devotion to others, almost her last words were expressing her wishes that those about her be made comfortable. In all her life we cannot recall one harsh word. It is a sad thought that she has gone forever from this world, but a consoling thought that for more than 60 years she has lived a true Christian life and that she was permitted to live so long and to do so much good. While it brings sadness to our hearts, we rejoice that her earthly sufferings are done and that she has gone to reap the rewards. We wish to express our gratitude to the many friends for the words of sympathy and other kindness extended to us during our sad bereavement. (Riverside Cemetery)

Payette Enterprise
Thursday, March 09, 1922
CLAY, HERSCHEL HORATIO
FORMER RESIDENT KILLED BY ACCIDENT

Mr. H. H. Clay, a well known and highly respected citizen of this community died at his home in Boise last Friday morning as the result of an accident the evening before. Mr. Clay was night man at one of the Boise garages and was given a ride home in a delivery truck from his work about eight o'clock in the evening and when near his house jumped from the car while moving causing him to fall striking his head upon the pavement. He was taken to the Emergency hospital in an unconscious condition, but soon regained consciousness and was thought not to be seriously injured. He was taken to his home where he was able to walk into the house and said he would soon be all right and went to bed and was soon asleep. A few hours later his wife became alarmed as his breathing seemed to be unnatural and called a physician but all efforts to restore him was of no avail and he passed away shortly after without regaining consciousness. His remains were brought to Payette Sunday morning where the funeral was held from the Lauer's Undertaking Parlor, at two o'clock in the afternoon. Besides a wife, he is survived by two sons and three daughters; Harry Clay of Lewiston, Loren Clay of New Meadows, Mrs. Margaret Jones of Butte, Mont., Mrs. J. E. Patterson of New Meadows, and a younger daughter of Butte, Mont. Mrs. Jones, Mrs. Patterson and Harry were present at the funeral, the other son and daughter being unable to come.

Mr. Clay was for several years a resident of Payette moving from this place about three years ago. He was a man of high standing in the community and his untimely death was a shock to many. He was past 6? years of age but hale and hearty at the time of the fatal accident. (Riverside Cemetery) Note: According to the Idaho Death Index, Herschel Horatio Clay was born 9-8-1854 and died 3-3-1922, Boise. ch

Payette Enterprise
Thursday, March 09, 1922
ANSON
CALLED TO BOISE BY DEATH OF FATHER

Mr. and Mrs. Austin Anson were called to Boise Sunday in response to a message announcing the serious illness of Mr. Anson's father. They hurriedly made the trip by auto, but arrived a few minutes after he had passed away. Mr. Anson was 72 years of age and was in good health until recently taken with the Flu. Funeral services were held Tuesday afternoon. Besides a son, Austin Anson of Payette, he is survived by two daughters, one at Nampa, and one at Boise.

Payette Enterprise
Thursday, March 09, 1922
HAMILL, GRACE
GRACE STAMEY HAMILL

Grace S. Hamill, was born at Galax, Virginia, June 19, 1896. She came to Idaho in April 1916, and lived with a sister, Mrs. C. E. Cox, of Fruitvale, until November 11, 1916, when she was married to Harold G. Hamill, of Council.

She passed away at her home near Council, March 1st, 1922. Funeral services were held from her home and from the home of Mr. and Mrs. F. Stamey of Payette.

To those who knew her she radiated gentleness, kindness, patience, charity and the many qualities of Him who is Love. and her lovableness can not die out in the hearts of those with whom she was associated. (Riverside Cemetery)

Payette Enterprise
Thursday, March 16, 1922
JACKSON, ALBERT
Albert L. Jackson was born in Minnesota September 10, 1855, and passed from this life March 4, 1922, at Long Beach, Calif., leaving a wife, living at Long Beach; a daughter, Mrs. E. F. Harper of Payette, Idaho; three brothers, W. B. Jackson of Baker, Ore., and Alexus and George Jackson, of Weiser; three sisters, Mrs. John W. Davies and Mrs. Boise G. Riggs of Emmett, Idaho and Mrs. Benson Ashley of Halfway, Ore.

Mr. Jackson came with his parents to Idaho in 1873 and settled for a time at Boise. Later they moved to the Payette river and there, in the year 1879, he was married to Sallie Glasscock. To this union was born one daughter, mentioned above. He came to Weiser in 1890 and followed farming and stock raising until five years ago when his health failed and he moved to Long Beach. Seven years ago he was married a second time, Katherine Cope of this city, who survives him, becoming his wife. They have been happy in their California home and his health had improved until he seemed his old self once more.

On the day of his death he and Mrs. Jackson were planning to attend an Idaho picnic and he had just run his car around to the house preparatory to starting to the picnic grounds when he was stricken with paralysis. He lived but a couple of hours, sinking into unconsciousness and passing away peacefully to his everlasting sleep.

Funeral services were held at Long Beach yesterday afternoon at four o'clock, under auspices of the Masonic order of which he was a member. Interment took place there.

Albert Jackson was one of Weiser's most highly respected, citizens and his death was a distinct shock to all of his friends here. The wife, the brothers and sisters and other relatives have the sincere sympathy of the community. --- Weiser Signal

Payette Enterprise
Thursday, March 16, 1922
MCMANNIS, SARAH MARGARET
MRS. H. H. McMANNIS

Word was received here last Sunday morning of the death of Mrs. H. H. McMannis which occurred early that morning at the home of her daughter at Mountain Home. She will be remembered by many Payette people as for many years Mr. and Mrs. McMannis were residents of this place. The deceased was a sister of Mr. J. H. Connyers, of this city, who is now the last surviving member of a family of 12 children. Mr. Connyers and daughter, Mrs. Will Wells, left Monday morning for Mountain Home to be present at the funeral which was held there last Tuesday afternoon.

Sarah Margaret Connyers was born in Clark County, Iowa in 1847 and died on her 59th wedding anniversary, March 11, 1922. She was united in marriage March 11, 1863, to Henry Johnson, who died July 2, 1892. To this union 6 children were born of whom 3 are now living. She moved with her family to Idaho 38 years ago. Her second marriage to H. H. McMannis, November 6, 1898, moving to Payette shortly thereafter. She has been a member of the Latter Day Saint's Church for more than 60 years and a member of the Rebekah lodge of Payette since 1900. The deceased is survived by three daughters, Mrs. Sarah Hoffman and Mrs. Myrtle Calindo, of Mountain Home and Mrs. Will Bell of Nampa, one brother, J. H. Connyers of Payette, eight grand-children and eleven great-grandchildren.

Beautiful floral offerings were sent from Payette by the Rebekah lodge for which the berieved relatives desire to express their sincere thanks.

Payette Enterprise
Thursday, March 23, 1922
ZELLER, MRS.
PASSING OF MRS. A. ZELLER

Mrs. A. B. Moss Jr., and daughter, Celia, returned from Portland, Tuesday morning where Mrs. Moss was called two weeks ago on account of the serious illness of her mother, Mrs. A. Zeller, who passed away at her home in that city on March 11th. The people of both Payette and Fruitland will be grieved to learn of the passing of Mrs. Zeller as for many years they were residents of Fruitland and Payette where during their stay they made many warm friends. They were at one time owners of the land where the town of Fruitland now stands, Mr. Zeller being one of the organizers of the Fruitland Townsite Co.

Mrs. Zeller was about 62 years of age and is survived by her husband, two sons and three daughters, all residing in Portland except Mrs. A. B. Moss Jr., of Payette, and Frank Zeller of Ontario.

Payette Enterprise
Thursday, March 23, 1922
SHURTLEFF, MARIAN IDA
MRS. MARIAN IDA SHURTLEFF

Marian Ida Shurtleff, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. S. J. Kenepp of this place, was born at Minneapolis, Minnesota, Nov. 13, 1898. Moved with her parents to Tyvan, Sasketchewan, Canada, October 1903.

After spending three years there on a large ranch the family moved to Lordsburg, California, in November, 1906.

At Lordsburg, in December of 1907, she united with The Church of The Brethren, of which she remained a consistent member until death, having walked in the path of the just, "That shineth more and more unto the perfect day."

The last few weeks of her life she served as assistant teacher in the primary department of the Sunday School and exercised in this capacity just the day before her death, which at the last came so suddenly.

With her parents she moved from California to Payette in April, 1908.

July 18, 1916 she was united in marriage to Mr. E. D. Shurtleff, a graduate of the Payette High School. To this union was born one child, Byron George.

She has been a patient sufferer in affliction for over three years, having had the "flu" in February 1919, from which she never fully recovered, though all was done for her that modern science and skill could do.

She spent several months of this time in a Sanitorium near Portland and continued to take treatment from there until the time of her death; which occured Monday evening, March 20 at 8 o'clock, in the presence of her parents, little son, and a local physician.

She is survived by her kind and loving husband, little son Byron, age 4, her parents, and a host of other relatives and friends who deeply mourn her loss.

Funeral services will be conducted from the Christian Church, Thursday afternoon at two o'clock by Rev. H. G. Shank, assisted by Rev. Mowe and others.

Interment in Riverside Cemetery. (Riverside Cemetery)

Payette Enterprise
Thursday, March 23, 1922
COPPEDGE, W. H.
BOISE MAN KILLED TRAIN HITS AUTO

W. H. Coppedge, President of Link's Business College of Boise, was fatally injured in a crossing accident which occurred about nine o'clock this morning, a short distance east of Weiser. Mr. Coppedge was traveling by auto and was alone in the car at the time of the accident. His car was struck by the local freight going east. He was brought to Payette by the train crew where Dr. I. R. Woodward, local railroad physician, was called and gave temporary aid and taken immediately to the Ontario Hospital on train No. 4, where he died shortly after.

Payette Enterprise
Thursday, March 30, 1922
DAVISE, C. JOSEPH
DEATH OF C. JOSEPH DA VISE

Mr. F. E. Seeley, manager of the Payette Valley Rex Spray Co., left Friday morning in response to a message announcing the death of C. Joseph DaVise, manager of the Yakima Valley Rex Spray Co., at Yakima, Washington. Mr. DaVise was quite well known in this valley having at different times visited Payette delivering lectures on orchard pest control. His death occurred Thursday, March 23. The funeral was held at Yakima Saturday the 25th. Mr. Seeley returned early Wednesday morning.

Payette Enterprise
Thursday, March 30, 1922
PATHAEL, GLAYS MARY
Glays Mary Chapman Pathael was born at Mosierville, Michigan, March 2, 1865, and died at her home March 26, 1922. Her mother died when she was an infant and she was raised by an aunt. At the age of 16 she moved with her father to Minnesota, and 2 years later to Salem, South Dakota where she taught school. In 1883 she was married to Albert C. Pathael.

To this union were born 3 sons and 3 daughters, 2 daughters having died in infancy, and one daughter, Mrs. Bert Melcher in 1914. She moved to Idaho in 1902, and has made her home here since. She leaves to mourn her loss, her husband, 3 sons, Frank C. of Wendell, Charles A. of Portland, and Benjamin F., of St. Marys, Idaho, all of which were present at the funeral, and 7 grand-children. She also leaves a host of friends who will greatly miss her and her many kindly ways. She was a member of the Eastern Star in Payette.

Altho an invalid for the past 20 years, death came suddenly and a great shock to the community.

Funeral services were held from the Baptist Church Tuesday at 2:30 and interment in Riverside cemetery.

CARD OF THANKS

We wish to extend our sincere appreciation and thanks for the assistance and various floral offerings of friends at the funeral of wife, mother and grand-mother. A. C. Patheal, F. C. Patheal and family, C. A. Patheal and family, B. F. Patheal and family, Miss Gladys E. Melcher (Riverside Cemetery)

Payette Enterprise
Thursday, April 06, 1922
WHITE, JOSEPH
DEATH CALLS COMMISSIONER J. A. WHITE

It is with a great degree of sorrow we are called upon to record the death of Joseph A. White, one of Payette County's most highly respected and beloved citizens, which occured at his home a few miles north of Payette at 4:45 Tuesday afternoon, April 4th, after seven weeks of illness following an attack of influenza. Mr. White was a man of extreme high standing in this community where he has lived for the past twenty years. His past record is beyond reproach and will stand as a monument of his worth. Besides being a man of honesty and integrity, he has set an example before his family and neighbors a true Christian life, living up to that which he believed to be right in the sight of God and man.

His loss will be keenly felt in the Christian Church where he has been a faithful member for many years. He will be missed in business affairs of the county and community, he was at the time of his death a Commissioner of Payette County, holding that position for the past four years, and also a member of the School Board of Independent District No 32 for the past 7 1/2 years. It can be truly said, Joe White was a good man in the community.

Joseph A. White was born in Illinois, November 18th, 1862, and moved with his parents to Nebraska when ten years of age. He was married to Emma Wilson, Nov. 23, 1884. To them were born 10 children three of whom passed away in infancy. Mr. and Mrs. White together with their family came to Payette, March 5th, 1902, setting on their present ranch north of Payette where they have continuously lived. He is survived by a wife, and mother, seven children, one brother, one half brother and two half sisters. The children are, Tilghman N. of Drain, Oregon, Grace Walker, Harry T. , Edwin D., Robert F., Marjorie Whitley, and Winifred.

Funeral services were held from the Christian Church this (Thursday) afternoon at 2 o'clock conducted by Rev. Mowe. Services of the grave being conducted by the Masonic lodge of which the deceased was a member. During the funeral services all business houses including the doors of all county officers were closed. Interment was made in Riverside cemetery. (Riverside Cemetery)

Payette Enterprise
Thursday, April 13, 1922
ROBERTSON, C. H.
PASSING OF MRS. C. H. ROBERTSON

Mrs. C. H. Robertson one of Payette's respected citizens and beloved women, passed away at her home on 9th street Tuesday morning at 4:30, following a long continued illness of Brights Disease. Mrs. Robertson was a good Christian woman and a member of the First Church of Christ Science, where she was faithful in attendance when permitted by health to attend and where she will be keenly missed by a large circle of friends.

She was born at Zainsville, Ohio, August 21st, 1859 and married to C. H. Robertson at Louisana, Missouri, October 6th, 1880. Moved to Ashland, Oregon, April 1st, 1912, and to Payette in 1919. Since coming to Payette, Mr. and Mrs. Robertson have made many close friends whose hearts will be saddened to learn of the passing of Mrs. Robertson.

Besides a husband, she is survived by three children. They are C. C. Robertson of Ashland, Oregon; Mrs. A. J. Necola of Salt Lake, Utah; and L. C. Robertson, who has spent the last few months in assisting in the care of his mother.

The remains, accompanied by the husband and L. C. Robertson left on No. 18 early Wednesday morning where interment will take place at Louisana, Missouri, beside her three children who passed away in infancy.


Payette Enterprise
Thursday, April 13, 1922
VANVALKENBURG, AMY FRANCIS
THE PASSING OF AMY FRANCIS VANVALKENBURG

The hearts of the people of this community were saddened when the sudden and unexpected death of little Amy Francis Van Valkenbert, the eight year old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. H. E. Van Valkenberg was made known. The child passed away at her home at an early hour Wednesday morning. An obituary will be published next week.

Payette Enterprise (Thursday, April 20, 1922)

OBITUARY

Amy Francis Van Valkenburg was born at John Day, Oregon, September 18th, 1913, and passed away at her home in Payette, April 12th, 1922. She came with her parents to Payette in 1916. Her departure from this life at the tender age of eight years brought the keenest of sadness to the hearts of many. She was exceptionally bright in her school work in the third grade, and also as a faithful attendant in her Sunday school class. As a sweet and lovable child she will ever be remembered.

She is survived to mourn her passing by her parents, Mr. and Mrs. H. E. Van Valkenburg and two younger sisters. Funeral services were held Friday morning from the home, conducted by Mrs. A. B. Moss Jr., of the Christian Science Church. The pallbearers who laid the little body to rest in Riverside cemetery were La Dona Swank and Ruth Cartwright.

The sympathy of the entire community goes out to Mr. and Mrs. Van Valkenburg in their sad bereavement. Mr. D. B. Staiter, father of Mrs. Van Valkenburg of Hepner, Oregon, came to be present at the funeral. (Riverside Cemetery)

Payette Enterprise
Thursday, April 27, 1922
SYME, JEANE
Miss Jeane Syme was born Nov. 22, 1905 at her home south of Fruitland. She was the oldest child of the Creighton Syme family and has lived in Fruitland the greater part of her life. She was a member of the Junior Class of the Fruitland High School, and a favorite among all her classmates. She passed away at her home Thursday evening. Death caused by inflamatory rheumatism. She leaves to mourn her loss, her mother, two brothers, Charles and Ralph Mitchell, and two step-sisters, Miss Adelaide Mitchell and Mrs. George Profitt of Edmonds, Wash. Miss Mitchell was present at the funeral services which were held at the Methodist Church Sunday and interment was made in Riverside cemetery. (Riverside Cemetery)

Payette Enterprise
Thursday, April 27, 1922
STUART, LEROY
Leroy Stuart was born at Golden City, Missouri, May 18, 1905, and died at the Holy Rosary Hospital, Saturday morning caused from the effects of the flu. He leaves to mourn his loss, his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Dan Stuart, 4 brothers and 5 sisters. Funeral services were held from the Methodist Church Monday and interment made in Riverside cemetery. (Riverside Cemetery)

Payette Enterprise
Thursday, May 04, 1922
ATTEBERRY, WILLIE AUSTIN
Willie Austin Atteberry, youngest son of Mr. and Mrs. C. M. Atteberry, was born at Eagle Valley, Oregon, July 29, 1903, and departed this life at his home on Dead Ox Flat, April 29, 1922, at the early age of 18 years, 9 months, but no age immune to the attack of death.

In 1906 he came with his parents to Payette and practically all his life was spent in and near this city. He leaves to live after him and mourn their loss his parents and three brothers, Lawrence, Frank and James, at present all at home. Beside these are many relatives and friends. To all these the hour is dark but all homes are sooner or later broken up.

"There is no flock however watched of tended
But one dead lamb is there,
There is no fireside howsoever defended,
But has one vacant chair".

All dearest friendships and fellowships are interrupted, Farewell! Is it indeed farewell? No, it is "until we meet again". There is to be a time of knitting up severed friendships, what else could our Master have meant when he said, "In my father's hours are many mansions, I go to prepare a place for you" Home, Sweet Home.

Had Willie lived he would have graduated with the 1922 H.S. class. He was a cheerful, hard-working student and a true blue pal on the athletic field. He loved the out-door life and he ever honored the students who were true to Christ and his principles.

His sufferings during the past two months from the disease which took his life were almost too great to be born but through it all he was patient and ever considerate of others. Near the end of his life he joyously accepted Christ as his Savior.

The entire community extends deepest sympathy to the bereaved family.

Funeral services Sunday afternoon from the M. E. Church, conducted by Rev. Argyl Houser of the church of God, who spoke from John 14:31, Rev. C. L. Walker, assisted. (Riverside Cemetery)

Payette Enterprise
Thursday, May 05, 1922
WILLIAMS, AMELIA
MRS. AMELIA WILLIAMS PASSES AWAY

Just before going to press we learn of the death of Mrs. Amelia Williams living on Center Avenue. She was one of the early settlers of the Payette Valley and a highly respected woman. She was the mother of W. R. Williams and Mrs. P. H. Krost. Funeral services will probably be held Friday afternoon at the Church of God.

Payette Enterprise (Thursday, May 11, 1922)

MRS. AMELIA WILLIAMS

Mrs. Amelia Williams, wife of David H. Williams, was born at Jackson County, Ohio, April 12, 1845, and departed this life at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Philip Krost, May 4, 1922, her age therefore being 74 years and 22 days.

She was converted at the age of 15 years and was ever a firm believer in Christianity and as such she has awakened in the Savior's likeness. She was a member of the Payette Church of God, and ever filled her place well.

At Jackson, Ohio, June 25, 1870, occured the happy marriage of Miss Amelia Storer to David H. Williams, who passed away May 20, 1920, another happy reunion in eternity. The union was blessed with four children still living, one son, W. R. Williams of Payette; three daughters, Mrs. P. H. Krost of Payette, Mrs. Mary McClure of Fruitland, and Mrs. Adma Bowman of Cove, Ark. Besides these three lives after her twelve grand-children and one brother-in-law and one sister-in-law, and a large circle of relatives and neighbors. But to these this sad hour is not the end of fellowship. Heaven is home and we will know each other there.

"Dearest mother, we must lay thee
In the peaceful graves embrace,
But thy memory will be cherished
Till we see thy heavenly face."

In 1886 Mr. and Mrs. Williams moved to Nebraska. In 1903 they moved to Idaho and this has since been their home. Thus Payette again loses a true and loving Mother, a royal neighbor and friend, and it is again true, "Children arise and call her blessed".

Funeral services from the Church of God conducted by her pastor, Rev. Argyl Houser assisted by Rev. Hershel Shanks and Rev. N. H. Farnham. The Parsons' quartet rendered beautiful music. (Riverside Cemetery)

Payette Enterprise
Thursday, May 25, 1922
UNKNOWN, BABY
BABY FOUND IN RUBBISH

The finding of a dead baby in the rubbish pile on the bank of the Snake river last Friday revealed by far, the most vile crime that has ever been committed in this community.

James Wallace in company with other men who were camping near the Snake river bridge just north of town on their way to the construction camp of the Oregon Highway, merely by chance found the body of the little innocent victim. He was walking along the bank of the river just west of the cemetery where the bank extends above the water some 25 or 30 feet and seeing a new grain pack that had apparently been thrown over the bank among a lot of tin cans and other rubbish, thought to save the sack, went down and found the sack tied with what appeared to be a lot of rags inside, he cut the string, dumped the contents and was greatly shocked to find the body of an infant child inside, a blood stained flour sack, together with an old dirty coat, towels and other rags. He at once notified the authorities who deeming the case of so importance, demanded the attention of the County Coroner who held an in quest over the little body at the court house, Friday afternoon, the verdict of the jury being as follows:

"In the above entitled matter we, the jury, find as follows: That the infant child came to its death from exposure, and from the evidence, its identity could not be ascertained".

From expert testimony given in the hearing it is firmly believed that the child, a fine baby boy, about 11 pounds, red hair and blue eyes, born about twenty-four hours before, had been thrown over the bank into the rubbish pile alive. A cut over the left eye (presumably from striking on some sharp object) had bled freely and seared over would be sufficient evidence to bear out the belief, a cold-blooded murder of the worst type, in a civilized community where we send missionaries into foreign countries to civilize and christianize the heathens who in the worst of heathenizm would shrink from such a crime. the perpetraters of this act are undoubtedly in this immediate vicinity and without any question their are those who are in possession of evidence that would assist the officers who are seeking to locate the guilty parties. Any one with holding such information are in a manner almost as guilty as the parties who commit the act.

Payette Enterprise
Thursday, June 01, 1922
RICHARDSON, ETHEL
Mrs. Ralph Waldo Richardson

Ethel E. Frazier, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. S. R. Frazier, was born near Missouri Valley, Iowa, December 1, 1883. Died at St. Joseph hospital Omaha, May 20, 1922. She and Ralph W. Richardson were married January 1, 1905. To this union five children were born, Waldo D., Thomas E., Wilbur, Ruth E. and Edgar. Thomas and Wilbur died in infancy. Besides her husband, children, father, mother and father-in-law, she leaves three sisters, three brothers, Mrs. C. E. Barnes, Eagle, Idaho; Mrs. W. J. Orcutt, Bend, Oregon; Mrs. C. M. Brown, Nampa, Idaho; Thomas H. Magnolia; Clyde C. and James E., Payette, Idaho.

She became a Christian in early life and united with the Congregational church. Until her health failed she was actively engaged in Sunday school and church service. A good neighbor, assisting in sympathy and service, doing all she could in sickness and suffering, a loving wife, an ideal mother, her home her chosen sphere. She bore long and intense suffering with fortitude. To her death was a call to the home prepared for those who love the Lord. We who walked the road of common service with her known this life which seems gone from us, has not departed. She lives in her work, her friends, her family, in our memory, relief was stronger than death and rises superior to it.

The funeral service was held from the Congregational church Tuesday, May 23, 1 A. M., Rev. Geo. Main, of Albion, Nebr., officiating. The service was largely attended by sympathizing friends. Interment in Magnolia cemetery. (Logan, Iowa, Observer)

Payette Enterprise
Thursday, June 08, 1922
SHEARER, DAVID
PAYETTE VALLEY PIONEER CALLED

David Shearer, one of the early pioneers of the Payette Valley, passed away at five o'clock Tuesday morning at the Holy Rosary Hospital at Ontario, following several weeks illness. He was taken with a severe attack of Influenza some two months ago and had recovered sufficiently to be about when a relapse and complication set in that seemed to baffle all medical aid and on Friday of last week was removed to the hospital where he grew rapidly worse ending in his death early Tuesday morning.

He was born near Little Sioux, Iowa, Feb. 16, 1856, where he grew to manhood coming to Payette in the Spring of 1883, he was one of those sturdy pioneers who endured the hardships bravely and took part in the building up of Payette where he has constantly made his home for nearly forty years. His disposition was to look upon the bright side of life and to deal fairly with his fellow man, and was always ready and willing to lend assistance where it was most needed.

He is survived by one daughter Mrs. Carrie Sims now living at Memphis, Tenn., one brother and sister in Iowa, and one brother, a minister, living at Independence, Mo., two half sisters in Omaha, Neb., two half brothers Tom and James Shearer, both former residents of Payette, the latter arriving here from Rogerson, Idaho, Wednesday morning.

Funeral services were held Wednesday afternoon at four o'clock from Lauer's Undertaking Parlors, conducted by Rev. E. E. Long of Lamoni, Iowa, who came to Caldwell, a few days ago on another mission, and to Payette, Tuesday evening at the request of a sister of the deceased who lives at Lamoni, that he might meet her brother and other relatives little thinking he would be called upon to preach his funeral sermon.

Interment was made in Riverside cemetery beside his wife who preceded him in 1917. (Riverside Cemetery)

Payette Enterprise
Thursday, July 06, 1922
PARKS, MRS.
SAD NEW FROM BURBANK, CALIF.

This office is in receipt of a letter from Mrs. E. W. Parks of Burbank, California, announcing the death of their daughter-in-law, wife of Ferald Parks, who died from promaine poisoning following a brief illness of but a few days. She was 22 years of age and leaves besides her husband, two small sons who will be cared for by Mr. and Mrs. Parks. The Parks family have many friends in this community who will be grieved to learn of their sad bereavement.

Payette Enterprise
Thursday, July 06, 1922
PATHEAL, BEATRICE
AUTO ACCIDENT PROVES FATAL

This community was again visited with another sad accident last Tuesday, July 4th resulting in the death of Beatrice Patheal, the 9 year old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Ben Patheal, and quite badly injuring several other occupants of the car in which they were riding at the time of the accident. Mr. A. C. Patheal, grand-father of the unfortunate child, owner and driver of the car, was on his way to the celebration at Weiser, accompanied by his daughter-in-law, Mrs. Ben Patheal and three little daughters, one a baby in her arms, who were here on a visit from St. Maries, Idaho, Gladys Melcher, also a grand-daughter of Mr. Patheal, Mrs. Henry Heckus and her two little boys of Fruitland.

When near the Rex Spray factory on Washoe Bottom they were overtaken by a stranger driving a Ford who attempted to pass when a race ensued until they had crossed the bridge across the slough just north of the Washoe school, a distance of perhaps a half mile when it is said Mr. Patheal lost control of his car and after making several bounces from one side of the road to the other, turned completely over the car reversing ends landing in a tooley patch bottom side up. The driver of the Ford continued his flight without stopping to render assistance. The near by neighbors and others who were driving by soon gathered and rendered help in picking up the unfortunate party. Mrs. Patheal with the baby in her arms was thrown to the opposite side of the road with the baby uninjured, Mrs. Patheal had several cuts about the face and elbow badly injured, the next older daughter seven years of age, face severely mangled and arm badly bruised, Mrs. Heckus slightly bruised, her two boys cut about the face and arms, one badly injured, Gladys Melcher face cut and arm injured, Mr. Patheal received a severe cut from the corner of his mouth down below the jaw bone his lower lip hanging below his chin, and otherwise badly bruised.

Mr. Patheal, Mrs. Heckus and two sons, and Gladys Melcher were brought to Payette and after receiving medical aid were taken to their homes. Mrs. Patheal and daughter were taken to the Ontario hospital, the eldest daughter, Beatrice, who received a broken neck died while on the way. The other members of the party are now at their homes and will recover.

The body of little Beatrice is now at the Undertaking Parlors of Wood & Spaulding, and the funeral postponed pending the arrival of the father who left his home a few days ago for Canada on business matters.

The car, a four cylinder Nash, while considerably damaged, with the replacement of two broken wheels could have been brought to town on its own power. It was a sad accident that might have been more serious, and should be a lesson to all auto drivers. (Riverside Cemetery)

Payette Enterprise
Thursday, July 06, 1922
NYE, MARGARET
MARGARET RONEY-NYE

Margaret Roney was born in the state of Nebraska, March 20th, 1895, died at Spokane, Washington, June 28, 1922. At the age of 11 years she became a member of the Baptist church at Scotts Bluff, and superintendent of Sunday School at the age of 14, later coming to Idaho where she attended High School and affiliated with the Methodist church, moving to Decatur, Illinois, in 1914, where she attended business college for 18 months and two years at Remedies Western University at Bloomington, Ill., two years nurse training in Macon County Hospital at Decatur, all medical work and nurse training being taken to fit her for missionary work, and would have left for service in West China this year, had she not been married March 3rd, 1921.

She served as a Red Cross nurse at Bloomington during the "flue" epidemic and was superintendent of a class of 100 girls as standard bearers, for three years, always working spare time among the slums in Decator for Methodist missionary service.

Funeral services were conducted at the Baptist church, Sunday, July 2nd, at 2 P. M., Rev. C. L. Walker of the Methodist church, officiating assisted by Rev. C. W. Buell, pastor of the Baptist church. (Riverside Cemetery)

Payette Enterprise
Thursday, July 06, 1922
WILSON, EDGAR LANDRITH
Edgar Landrith Wilson, one of Payette's brightest young men, just blooming into manhood when all of life's prospects seemed the best, passed away very suddenly July 1st, unexpectedly of heart trouble following a severe attack of influenza. Edgar was born in Payette, July 19th, 1906 and was therefore 16 years, 11 months and 13 days old at the time of his death. He was a graduate from the 9th grade of the Payette school and thereafter going to Seattle where he took a year's course in the Moran College and a year's course in the San Diego Army and Nancy Academy with the further intention of completing his High School work in Payette, returning here for that purpose March first this year, but was taken with influenza from which and the following complications he never recovered.

He is survived by a father and mother, one sister, Mrs. J. R. McKinney, and one brother Allen Wilson of Payette. His mother who was in San Diego arrived on the morning of July fourth, to be present at the funeral and will remain here perhaps a month.

Funeral services were held on the afternoon of July fourth at 6:30 from the home of his sister Mrs. J. R. McKinney, conducted by Rev. Thomas Ashworth. The pall bearers chosen to lay his remains in its last resting place were, Joy Williams, Everett Peterson, Moss Crump, Mark Shafer, Lester Patten, and Fred Satoris. Following behind the casket were, Frank Hogue, Richard Hogue and Harry Sanger, all were near friends of the deseased. The sympathy of the entire community goes out to the bereaved family.

Payette Enterprise (Thursday, August 03, 1922)

MRS. LEO SCHMIDT RECEIVED SAD NEWS

A letter received by Mrs. Leo Schmidt of New Plymouth contains the sad news of the death of the infant child of Mr. and Mrs. C. S. French, the result of an auto accident which occured at Medora, N. Dak., on July 31st.

Mr. and Mrs. C. S. French and family and Mrs. Fred French were returning to Boise, while enroute, one front wheel breaking, causing the occupants of the rear seat to be thrown to the ground resulting in the baby's death and slight injuries to the two daughters, Elnora and Bessie, and Mrs. C. S. French having a slight cut over the eye, the rest of the occupants being uninjured. Owing to the distance from civilization the only help obtainable was that of a traveling health clinic.

The car was repaired and the party left Medora, Monday on their homeward trip to Boise.

The French's were prominent leaders in the New Plymouth and Valley View communities and have the sympathy of many friends. (Riverside Cemetery)

Payette Enterprise
Thursday, August 17, 1922
BOWMAN, BETTIE
MRS. E. T. BOWMAN PASSES AWAY

It is with regret that we are again called upon to announce the death of one whom the people of this community have learned to love and respect, Mrs. E. T. Bowman who has been in rather poor health for the past three years although seemingly of late to be somewhat improved, was taken suddenly ill a few days ago and passed away at 12 o'clock last Monday, August 14th.

On account of some of the children living at a distance who are on the way here to be present at the funeral, the services have been postponed until Saturday, August 19th at 10 A. M. and will be held from the Baptist church conducted by Rev. C. W. Buell, pastor. A more complete obituary will be published next week.

Payette Enterprise (Thursday, August 24, 1922)

BETTY F. BOWMAN

For the second time this week we have opened the house of God that we might pay a just and fitting respect to the memory of those who loved their Lord and have been called to their heavenly reward. "The path of the just is as a shinning light that shineth more and more unto the perfect day", the perfect day is that unclouded day when we shall stand face to face before God and see him as he is."

Betty F. Bowman was born in Clinton County, Missouri, November 26, 1860, and died August 14, 1922, at 12 A. M. She was united in marriage to E. T. Bowman, February 10th, 1885.

Five children were born to this union; A. C. Bowman, of Buckley, Washington; L. M. Bowman, Grace I. Bowman; Mrs. Russell Maxfield and T. L. Bowman, all of Payette, Idaho.

Mrs. Bowman has been in poor health since having the Flu, three and a half years ago, and all this time has been a patient sufferer. She united with the Baptist church at Plattsburg, Missouri, when sixteen years of age, and since coming to Payette in March 1908, has been a member here.

She leaves to mourn her death, besides her own immediate family, two sisters, Mrs. W. J. Osborn, of Jordon, Montana, and Mrs. E. W. Parks of Burbank, California.

These sorrowing ones have our sympathy. (Riverside Cemetery)

Payette Enterprise
Thursday, August 17, 1922
NESBITT, LIZZIE DYSON
The funeral services of Lizzie Dyson Nesbill were held at the Baptist church, Monday afternoon at 2:30 o'clock. the services were conducted by Rev. C. H. Buell.

Burial at Riverside cemetery.

Lizzie Dyson Nesbitt was born in Yorkshire, England, November 22, 1895, when 3 years of age she came with her parents to New York, where they resided for 10 years. In 1908 they moved to Nampa, Idaho, where they resided until 1914. From Nampa the family moved to Washington, returning to Idaho in 1921.

She graduated from Nampa High School in 1914 and from Oregon Agricultural College in 1918, receiving her B. S. degree in Domestic Science and Arts. She taught in The Dalles High School for 3 years, and one year in the Melba High School.

She was married at Boise, Idaho, June 1, 1922, to Clarence S. Nesbitt of New Plymouth.

Her death occured very suddenly at the home, Saturday, August 12, at 5 P. M., from gas poisoning.

She is survived by her husband, Clarence S. Nesbitt, of New Plymouth; her father, S. H. Dyson of Murphy, and two sisters, Mrs. V. E. Wolf of Melba; and Mrs. L. L. Ashley of Murphy.

CARD OF THANKS

We wish to express our sincere thanks to our many friends, also fraternal orders, for their kind help, sympathy and beautiful floral offerings during our bereavements in the death of our dear wife, daughter and sister. Clarence S. Nesbitt, S. H. Dyson and daughters, Mr. and Mrs. J. F. Nesbitt and family (Riverside Cemetery)

Payette Enterprise
Thursday, August 24, 1922
GROESBECK, JOHN
DIED AT ONTARIO HOSPITAL

Mr. John Grosbeck, who for some time past has made his home at the Commercial Hotel, was taken sick two weeks ago and removed to the Holy Rosary Hospital at Ontario, where he died Sunday, August 20th. The body was brought to the Home Undertaking Parlors, at Payette, where the funeral was held Wednesday afternoon. Mr. Grosbeck was 70 years old, a veteran of the Civil war and had no known living relatives. (Riverside Cemetery)

Payette Enterprise
Thursday, August 24, 1922
HAFER, MAGDALENE
A FORMER PAYETTE LADY PASSES AWAY

The Enterprise is in receipt of a letter from Mr. Fred G. Potter of Promise, Oregon, announcing the death of Magdalene Hafer at her home near Troy, Oregon, August 18th at the age of 83. She and Mr. Hafer were among the pioneers of Payette, she was a sister of Mrs. Eliza Alber and Mrs. Mary Wertman, who now live here, and B. F. Bartch of Portland, and G. W. Bartch of Salt Lake.

Payette Enterprise
Thursday, August 31, 1922
BEAMGUARD, MRS.
A FORMER PAYETTE GIRL PASSES AWAY AT BOISE HOSPITAL

The hearts of many Payette people were truly saddened when the news came that Mrs. Ralph Beamguard of Boise, had passed away at the hospital Saturday evening at 7 P. M. Mrs. Beamguard was the youngest daughter of Mr. and Mrs. C. F. Callen of this city, and one of Payette's most lovable young ladies. She was 24 years of age and leaves to mourn her early departure a husband, father and mother, one brother and one sister.

Funeral services were held in Boise Monday afternoon. As Mr. and Mrs. Callen have not returned, no further information is at hand, a complete and appropriate obituary will appear in next week's issue.

Payette Enterprise (Thursday, September 07, 1922)

Bernice Callen was born at Valentine Nebraska, January 29th, 1898, and departed this life at Boise, Idaho, August 26th, 1922, therefore being 24 years, 6 months and 28 days old at the time of her departure. When ten years of age she came with her parents to Payette where she has, continuously lived and grew to woman-hood and by her sweet disposition made many true friends among the people of Payette. She was a graduate from the Payette High School with the Class of 1916, shortly after taking a course at Link's Business College of Boise, and later accepted a position as stenographer at the Boise office of the New York Life Insurance Company, and was later promoted to cashier of that institution being at that time the youngest cashier employed by the company, and during her service was at various times awarded medals and premiums for efficient services. On June 20th, 1920, she was united in marriage to Ralph R. Beamguard of Boise, where they continued to make their home until the end of a little more than two short years of happy union. Death came the same as the life she had lived, peacefully and sweetly and without plan, she was conscious to the very last, and while considerate for the dear ones left behind, was ready and willing to go, and with a smile, closed her eyes on earthly things to meet her God.

Besides many friends, both at Boise and Payette, she leaves to mourn her untimely going, a husband, Ralph R. Beamguard, of Boise, a father and mother, Mr. and Mrs. C. F. Callen, and brother, Curtis of Payette, and sister, Mrs. A. C. Holden of Boise.

Funeral services were held from Summer's Undertaking Parlors, at Boise, conducted by Rev. J. A. Glendenning, and her body laid to rest in Morris Hill cemetery.

Payette Enterprise
Thursday, September 07, 1922
MALICOTE, SUE
Sue D. O. Malicote was born in Green county, Tennessee, February 14, 1887, departed this life, August 31, 1922. Joined the Methodist church at the age of 14 and remained an earnest worker until the time of her death. She was married to Clyde Newberry, Dec. 22, 1908 in Rodgerville, Tenn. She leaves to mourn her loss a husband, Clyde Newberry, one daughter Nellie, a mother and father, Mr. and Mrs. John Malicote, three brothers, Charlie E., Aulden T., and William; four sisters, Mrs. Tivis Newberry, Mrs. Arthur Pellaux and Margaret, and May Malicote, all of Wiser, Idaho, besides a host of friends.

She was buried in the Weiser cemetery.

CARD OF THANKS

We wish to thank our many friends for their kindness and beautiful floral offering during the reath of our beloved daughter sister, wife and mother. Mr. and Mrs. J. R. Malicote and family, Clyde Newberry, Nellie Newberry

Payette Enterprise
Thursday, September 28, 1922
NELSON, AUGUST
FORMER PAYETTE BOY IN SHOOTING

August Nelson, nine year old son of Mr. and Mrs. John Marvin, was shot by his 12 year old brother, Samuel, this morning about nine o'clock with 25-35 caliber rifle, the little boy passing away about fifteen minuted later. Samuel later admitted to shooting his brother but stated he did not know the gun was loaded.

Samuel is under arrest awaiting the result of Coroner Hal Bohnenkamp's inquest which will be held this afternoon at the city hall.

Coroner Bohnenkemp's investigation, held this morning immediately following the little boy's death, disclosed that Mr. and Mrs. Marvin were at the barn about fifty yards from the house at their home in Fruitdale and that August was playing just outside the barn. They heard a shot, approximately two minutes after their entrance into the barn and rushed to the house, discovering the little fellow lying in the doorway in a pool of blood still alive but unable to speak. Despite prompt medical aid his life could not be saved.

Denies Act

When questioned Samuel at first denied shooting his brother stating that August had shot himself while playing with the gun. He stated that he had been lying on the bed when the shooting occured. Later in the day he admitted his part in the act to Sheriff Lee Warnick, who placed him under arrest.

The gun used, a 25-35 caliber Winchester rifle, was standing in the corner about ten feet from August when the parents reached the house and Samuel met them outside the house with cries that "August has shot himself." The bullet entered his right chest striking a bone and splitting into two sections, both of which imbedded in the door casing. His loss of blood, preceding his death, was very great. The gun was very close to his body and powder stains covered the from of his shirt.

Thought Empty

Samuel's statement made to the sheriff stated that he had thought the gun empty and had painted it at his brother, then pulling the trigger. No trouble between the two boys had resulted and apparently Samuel's version is true.

The funeral arrangements have not been announced. -Taken from a La Grande paper.

It will be remembered that about August first, the two brothers mentioned in the above article, were taken in charge by Sheriff Jefferis for pety thieving while the family were living on the Fruitland Bench, but for the reason of the age of the youths, and the family ready to move to La Grande it was thought best not to bring about a prosecution.

Payette Enterprise
Thursday, September 28, 1922
CAZIER, EUGENE CHARLES
Eugene Charles Cazier passed away Sunday evening at ten o'clock at the home of his grand-father, C. H. Cazier, on sixth street. He is the son of L. C. Cazier who operates a ranch near Ontario, and was here for the purpose of attending school.

About a year ago it was discovered that the little fellow had diabetes and everything possible was done to help him. A few months back he was thought to be improving but about a week ago he commenced failing and the end came Sunday evening. He was 11 years and 6 months old at the time of his death. He was born at Gallitin Valley, Montana, coming to this vicinity about two and one-half years ago. Funeral services will be held this (Thursday) afternoon at 2 o'clock from the Baptist church, Rev. Buell, officiating. (Riverside Cemetery)

Payette Enterprise
Thursday, September 28, 1922
SAMUELS, LOUISE ELAINE
CHILD PASSES AWAY AT CAMP GROUND

The nine months old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Samuels died of bowel trouble at the Auto Camp Ground, Friday evening, September 22, where the parents were camping while looking for work in the fruit orchards. Funeral services were held Sunday afternoon from the Home Undertaking Parlor, conducted by Rev. Clyde Walker. Interment at Riverside cemetery. (Riverside Cemetery)

Note: According to the Idaho Death Index, Louise Elaine Samuels was born 12-22-1921 and died 9-22-1922, Payette. CH

Payette Enterprise
Thursday, October 12, 1922
RIGGINS, LEE
Little 6-year-old Lee Riggins, who was accidentally struck with a car Saturday nite which was driven by Henry Williams of Fruitland, passed away at his home Monday afternoon. He was the son of Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Riggins, who moved here about two weeks ago from Prairie City, Oregon. Mr. Riggins having opened the Fruitland blacksmith shop. The funeral was held in the Baptist church, Tuesday afternoon, at 2 o'clock and interment made in Riverside cemetery. The bereaved parents have the heartfelt sympathy of the entire community. (Riverside Cemetery)

Payette Enterprise
Thursday, October 19, 1922
WILLIAMSON, ESTELLA
DEATH OF MRS. ESTELLA WILLIAMSON

Word has been received announcing the death of Mrs. Estella Williamson at Boulder, Colo., on September 30th, after being confined at the hospital for ten months. Mrs. Williamson will be remembered by many Payette people, having lived here until about four years ago, leaving at that time for Boulder.

Payette Enterprise
Thursday, October 19, 1922
DRISCOLL, DONALD JOSEPH
SAD TRAGEDY SOUTHWEST OF FRUITLAND

One of the saddest tragedies that has ever taken place in this community occured last Tuesday evening, two miles southwest of Fruitland, when Mrs. John Driscoll, evidently in a fit of despondency and temporary mental derangement took the life of her three weeks old baby and little three year old son, by drowning them in the irrigation canal, and then attempted to end her own life in the same manner, with apparently no cause for the rash act.

Mrs. Driscoll had not been will for some time, and since the birth of her baby three weeks ago, she had been extremely nervous and could not sleep nights.

When Mr. Driscoll came from the orchard that evening he found her walking about the yard carrying the two children in her arms, he told her she should not do it as she was not able, but she said they wanted to be carried. Mr. Driscoll went to the barn to attend to the chores, returning to the house and found a note on the table written by Mrs. Driscoll, which stated in words to the effect that he would be better off without her, that she had done the best she could, but gave no intimation of the act that followed. Mr. Driscoll became alarmed and at once notified the neighbors and started with a lantern in search of his wife and babies and soon found tracks leading toward the irrigation canal which is but a few rods away from the house, but only a ditch about four feet wide and the water two feet deep. After following the ditch to where a screen had been built, he returned and found the mother lying in the ditch unconscious with her head out of the water on the bank at a point near the house. With the assistance of neighbors show was taken to the house, and a further search in the dark for the missing children, the lifeless body of the infant was found some two hundred feet below where the mother was found and the body of the boy at the screen a half mile below.

The bodies were taken to the Undertaking parlor at Ontario and the funeral held from the Catholic church this (Thursday) morning.

The mother is in a very critical condition both mentally and physically but the attending physician has hopes of her recovery.

The sad coincident has brought grief to the entire community, as Mrs. Driscoll has always been a very devoted wife and mother, and the family highly respected by many neighbors and friends and the sad affair can only be tribute to ill health which undoubtedly brought on temporary derangement. The sympathy of a wide circle of friends goes out to the bereaved husband and two older children who were at the time with their grand-parents in Boise. (Parkview Cemetery)

Payette Enterprise
Thursday, October 19, 1922
DRISCOLL, RAYMOND
SAD TRAGEDY SOUTHWEST OF FRUITLAND

One of the saddest tragedies that has ever taken place in this community occured last Tuesday evening, two miles southwest of Fruitland, when Mrs. John Driscoll, evidently in a fit of despondency and temporary mental derangement took the life of her three weeks old baby and little three year old son, by drowning them in the irrigation canal, and then attempted to end her own life in the same manner, with apparently no cause for the rash act.

Mrs. Driscoll had not been will for some time, and since the birth of her baby three weeks ago, she had been extremely nervous and could not sleep nights.

When Mr. Driscoll came from the orchard that evening he found her walking about the yard carrying the two children in her arms, he told her she should not do it as she was not able, but she said they wanted to be carried. Mr. Driscoll went to the barn to attend to the chores, returning to the house and found a note on the table written by Mrs. Driscoll, which stated in words to the effect that he would be better off without her, that she had done the best she could, but gave no intimation of the act that followed. Mr. Driscoll became alarmed and at once notified the neighbors and started with a lantern in search of his wife and babies and soon found tracks leading toward the irrigation canal which is but a few rods away from the house, but only a ditch about four feet wide and the water two feet deep. After following the ditch to where a screen had been built, he returned and found the mother lying in the ditch unconscious with her head out of the water on the bank at a point near the house. With the assistance of neighbors show was taken to the house, and a further search in the dark for the missing children, the lifeless body of the infant was found some two hundred feet below where the mother was found and the body of the boy at the screen a half mile below.

The bodies were taken to the Undertaking parlor at Ontario and the funeral held from the Catholic church this (Thursday) morning.

The mother is in a very critical condition both mentally and physically but the attending physician has hopes of her recovery.

The sad coincident has brought grief to the entire community, as Mrs. Driscoll has always been a very devoted wife and mother, and the family highly respected by many neighbors and friends and the sad affair can only be tribute to ill health which undoubtedly brought on temporary derangement. The sympathy of a wide circle of friends goes out to the bereaved husband and two older children who were at the time with their grand-parents in Boise. (Parkview Cemetery)

Payette Enterprise
Thursday, November 09, 1922
PELLY, JOHN
WEISER MAN FOUND DEAD

John Pelly Succumbs to Heart Trouble at Baker City

BAKER, ORE. - John Pelly, age 55, of Weiser, Ida., was found dead Saturday in a rooming house here, his demise evidently caused from heart trouble aggravated by an overdose of "moonshine." Gerald Lipton, who was in the room with Pelly, was so intoxicated he could tell nothing of the affair. He is being held pending investigation. -Idaho Daily Statesman

Mr. Pelly was for many years a resident of Payette, moving to Weiser two years ago.

Payette Enterprise
Thursday, November 23, 1922
CHRISTIAN, MILTON
MILTON CHRISTIAN PASSED AWAY

Milton Earl Christian, son of Mr. and Mrs. E. W. Christian of this city, passed away at the home of his parents Wednesday afternoon following an illness of complicated trouble for more than two weeks and a hard struggle for life. The cause of his death being blood poison and Septic Pneumonia. Every effort was made by the best medical aid with the assistance of loving hands but all to no avail and death came as the only relief Wednesday afternoon at 3:35.

Milton was a model young man, moral in his habits and highly respected by his classmates and associates. He was an exception to most young men of his age. He became a member of the Baptist church Easter Sunday, March 20, 1921, and has since that time lived a consistent Christian life, setting a Christian example before those about him.

He was born in Sheridan county, Kansas, September 13, 1906, and came to Idaho with his parents, September 1st, 1913, being at the time of his death a little more than 16 years of age.

Besides his parents he is survived by 3 sisters and one brother. Funeral services will be held from the Baptist church, Friday afternoon at 3 o'clock conducted by Rev. C. W. Buell. (Riverside Cemetery)

Payette Enterprise
Thursday, November 30, 1922
PERKINS, BABY GIRL
The little baby girl of Mr. and Mrs. Chas. C. Perkins, died at the hospital in Ontario, Nov. 2th, and was taken to the Landon Home Undertaking Parlors, to await burial.

Payette Enterprise
Thursday, November 30, 1922
HOWARD, GLEN
LITTLE GLEN HOWARD PASSES AWAY

Little Glen Howard, the 3 months old son of Mr. and Mrs. Lee Howard, died at the Holy Rosary hospital, late Monday evening following an illness of acute kidney trouble of only three days. Funeral services were held Wednesday afternoon at 2:30 from the Christian church, conducted by Rev. Mowe. (Riverside Cemetery)
Payette Enterprise
Thursday, December 07, 1922
EVANS, GERALD
TWO WEISER BOYS DROWNED IN SNAKE RIVER

A sad accident occured last Sunday morning about ten o'clock near Weiser, when two young men, Gerald Evans and Howard Lee, both about 17 years of age, started from Weiser to the Oregon side to visit some friends. They were riding in a Ford runabout driven by young Evans and were near the center of the bridge when one of the front wheels struck a plank which was loose and stuck up above the others. The car going at a pretty fair rate of speed plunged to one side and broke through the railing into the deep water carrying both occupants with it. Mr. J. Hancock a resident of that section, was on the bridge at the time of the accident having just met the boys and hearing the crash in time to turn and see them go into the water. Both came up and started to swim toward a plank that fell from the bridge but were unable to reach it. Mr. Hancock rushed to the bank with another plank in the hopes of rendering assistance but both had went down and never came up.

The news soon spread and searching parties gathered in an endeavor to rescue the bodies but from the last information with no success.

Howard Lee was the son of Mr. and Mrs. S. H. Lee and Gerald was the son of Mrs. Emma Evans. The sad part of the tragedy is that Mrs. Evans is now the only surviving member of her family. Fourteen years ago the husband and two children, a son 12, and a daughter, 14, were drowned in the Snake river, while Mrs. Evans was an eye witness in an endeavor to save them from the river. (Riverside Cemetery)

Payette Enterprise
Thursday, December 07, 1922
LEE, HOWARD
TWO WEISER BOYS DROWNED IN SNAKE RIVER

A sad accident occured last Sunday morning about ten o'clock near Weiser, when two young men, Gerald Evans and Howard Lee, both about 17 years of age, started from Weiser to the Oregon side to visit some friends. They were riding in a Ford runabout driven by young Evans and were near the center of the bridge when one of the front wheels struck a plank which was loose and stuck up above the others. The car going at a pretty fair rate of speed plunged to one side and broke through the railing into the deep water carrying both occupants with it. Mr. J. Hancock a resident of that section, was on the bridge at the time of the accident having just met the boys and hearing the crash in time to turn and see them go into the water. Both came up and started to swim toward a plank that fell from the bridge but were unable to reach it. Mr. Hancock rushed to the bank with another plank in the hopes of rendering assistance but both had went down and never came up.

The news soon spread and searching parties gathered in an endeavor to rescue the bodies but from the last information with no success.

Howard Lee was the son of Mr. and Mrs. S. H. Lee and Gerald was the son of Mrs. Emma Evans. The sad part of the tragedy is that Mrs. Evans is now the only surviving member of her family. Fourteen years ago the husband and two children, a son 12, and a daughter, 14, were drowned in the Snake river, while Mrs. Evans was an eye witness in an endeavor to save them from the river. (Riverside Cemetery)

Payette Enterprise
Thursday, December 07, 1922
SODJA, BARBARA
MRS. PETE SODJA DIES AT HER HOME

We learn just before going to press that Mrs. Pete Sodja passed away at her home just north of town at an early hour this (Thursday) morning. Cancer was the cause of her death. A complete obituary will be published in next week's issue. (Riverside Cemetery)

Payette Enterprise
Thursday, December 07, 1922
ADAIR, LAURA
Laura B. Adair, wife of I. H. Adair, was born in Indiana, February 9th, 1862, and died at her home north of Payette, December 1st, 1922.

Mrs. Adair had been in rather poor health for several years but her last illness was of a short duration, her suffering through her sickness was with patience, she had lived a Christian life from childhood and was prepared and willing to go, her life was that of devotion to her family, a faithful wife and loving mother.

Besides her husband she leaves to mourn, three children, now grown to man and womanhood, Walter 23, Pauline 21, and Roy 18. She is also survived by two brothers and two sisters, all living in California.

Funeral services were held from the Methodist church, Sunday afternoon at two o'clock conducted by Rev. Hall, pastor, and on Monday morning the body was taken to Boise where it was laid to rest in the Morse Hill cemetery.

Payette Enterprise
Thursday, December 07, 1922
LICHBERGS, MR.
SAD NEWS

Word has been received by Mrs. W. D. Case from her mother, Mrs. C. O. A. Lichbergs, of Los Angeles, California, announcing the death of Mr. Lichbergs, which occured November 27th. He was 78 years of age and had been ailing for some time. Mrs. Lichbergs is one of the early pioneers of Payette and well known to the people here.

Payette Enterprise
Thursday, December 07, 1922
FULTON, GEORGE
GEO. R. FULTON PASSES AWAY

Mr. George R. Fulton, one of Payette's most highly respected citizens, died at his home on North Sixth street, at 1:30 this morning. Mr. Fulton had lived to the ripe old age of 85 year, and was quite vigorous until a year ago, when he was taken with a severe attract of la grippe, from which he never fully recovered. For lack of information we will not publish anything further at this time, but will give a full and complete obituary in our next issue. His body will likely be sent to the old home in Kansas for burial beside his wife and daughter, the daughter having preceeded him about two years ago.

Payette Enterprise (Thursday, December 14, 1922)

GEORGE R. FULTON

George R. Fulton was born in Ohio, August 18th, 1922, and died at his home in Payette, December 7th, 1922. He moved to Illinois when a young man, he was married to Eliza Woodcock, July 21st, 1861. In 186? he moved to Kansas, where he acquired a large tract of land which he still owned at the time of his death. He left the farm in 1900 moving at that time to Beatrice, Nebr., and in 1902 moved to Payette and during his 19 years of residence here made many warm friends through fair dealings and friendly ways. His wife preceeded him in death in 1917, and his oldest daughter, who remained with him at home, passed away in 1921.

His is survived by one son, Charles S. Fulton, and one daughter, Mrs. E. H. Brubaker, both of this city. He is also survived by seven grandchildren and one great-grand-daughter.

His remains left Payette Saturday morning, accompanied by his son Charles, and son-in-law E. H. Brubaker for interment beside his wife and daughter in the family lot at Marysville, Kansas.

Note: His birth date in the obit is listed as 1922 which we know is not correct. According to the Idaho Death Index his birth date is 8-18-1839. ch

Payette Enterprise
Thursday, December 21, 1922
STINER, VIOLET
YOUNG WIFE AND MOTHER CALLED BEYOND

We are again called upon to record the death of one who's passing to the great beyond has left a deep shadow of gloom over the entire community. Mrs. Harry Stiner of New Plymouth, mother of five small children, one an infant of but a few days, died of smallpox at her home last Friday, December 18th.

She was born at Laurens, Iowa, August 18th, 1895, she came to Payette with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Steve Clanton in 1905 and was married to Harry Stiner in September 1913, since that time making her home in this community. Those to mourn her early departure at the age of 27 years, 4 months and 3 days, are the grief stricken husband, and five children, Virl 8 years old, George 6, Reva 4, Rena 2 and an infant boy 9 days old, besides her father and step-mother, Mr. and Mrs. Steve Clanton, three sisters and two brothers, Mrs. Della Bigelow, Gilmore City, Iowa; Mrs. Bertha Johnson, Payette; J. W. Clanton, Payette; G. W. Clayton of San Jose, Calif.; and Mrs. Mary Cumberland, Payette.

On account of her death by smallpox, the body was buried in Riverside cemetery without any funeral service at this time. Services will be held later as soon as the family are out of quarantine. (Riverside Cemetery)

Payette Enterprise
Thursday, December 21, 1922
WARD, RUFUS
DEATH CAUSED FROM HYDROPHOBIA

Rufus Ward, well known in this community, and highly respected, died at the Holy Rosary hospital at an early hour last Friday morning from Hydrophobia following several days of intence suffering, the cause of the disease in his case is unknown. Mr. Ward who was a widower of about 45 years of age, since the death of his wife here at Payette several years ago, has worked among the farmers of this community and was highly respected for this honor and integrity. At the time he was taken sick, he was alone on the Ed Strohbehn ranch east of New Plymouth, Mr. Stohbehn having moved with his family to New Plymouth, and had sent a Mr. Hill to the ranch on Monday after some chickens. When Mr. Hill arrived at the place about dark, he found Mr. Ward in bed asleep and from all appearances the stock about the place had not been fed for several days. When awakened, Mr. Ward asked how long he had been sleeping, said he was not sick and got up and went with the lantern to help catch the chickens, but acted very queer, staggered about and would burst into laughter, appearantly hysterical, but said there was nothing the matter. Mr. Hill went to New Plymouth and returned with Dr. Drysdale and after an examination, he was taken to New Plymouth where a doctor from Ontario was consulted and the patient taken to the hospital, where his case developed into every symptoms of Hydrophobia and was diagnosed as such by the attending physician, however it is not know how he became enoculated.

His suffering was severe but he seemingly was not conscious at any time of his condition, and death came as the only relief about four o'clock Friday morning.

He is survived by a daughter 17 years of age, a mother and sister and two brothers, all now living in Virginia, and one brother Sidney Ward, of Long Creek, Oregon, who was present at the funeral, and two cousins, James and Tom Carico of Payette. The funeral was held from the I.O.O.F. Hall, Monday afternoon and was in charge of the Odd Fellows Lodge, of Payette, of which the deceased was a member, conducted by Rv. Hall, pastor of the M. E. church. (Riverside Cemetery)

Payette Enterprise
Thursday, December 21, 1922
BUELL, MARY JOSEPHINE
Mary Josephine Buell, little daughter of Rev. and Mrs. C. W. Buell, passed away last Friday, Dec. 15th, at 8:10 A. M.

She was born at Wilder, Idaho, on May 13th, 1919, and came to Payette the following July and at the time of her death was three years, seven months and two days old. She was taken ill Saturday, Dec. 9th, later devoloped into pneumonia. The funeral services were held at the Baptist church, Sunday, Dec. 17th, at 2 P. M. Rev. Virgil Snow preached the funeral sermon. The songs that were sung were those she loved to sing at home and at Sunday School.

Dear little Mary Josephine, will be missed by all those who knew and loved her for her bright loving disposition. The sympathy of the entire community is extended to the bereaved family. (Riverside Cemetery)

Payette Enterprise
Thursday, December 28, 1922
BOBBITT, W. E.
RECEIVES A SAD MESSAGE

This entire community was deeply saddened Wednesday afternoon when the sad news by wire, received by Dr. I. R. Woodward was quickly spread announcing the death of Mrs. W. E. Bobbitt of Woodland, California. According to the message her death occured Tuesday evening at 10 o'clock. The news came as a shock to the people here where Mr. and Mrs. Bobbitt lived for many years and where they were truly loved by all who knew them. A letter had been received by the Doctor on Tuesday announcing her serious illness, but her death was unexpected.

Rev. Bobbitt was pastor of the Christian church at this place for several years and prior to their marriage Mrs. Bobbitt was teacher in the Payette schools. It was here they met and spent their happiest days. They were both loved and highly appreciated for their worth in the community and it is with the deepest sorrow that we are called upon to make this sad announcement. On receiving the message Dr. Woodward, a very dear friend of Mr. and Mrs. Bobbitt left Wednesday evening for Woodland, to be present at the funeral which will be held Friday afternoon.

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