Bagnall, Dona - Miss Dona Bagnall, of College Springs, well known to many Clarinda people, died at her home at seven o'clock Sunday morning of typoid pneumonia. CLARINDA HERALD, Clarinda, Iowa, Nov 27, 1900

Bailey, Bertha Eldora Hebbert - Mrs. Frank Bailey died Saturday, February 15, 1902, in the 22d year of her age. Her maiden name was Bertha Eldora Hebbert. She was born June 16, 1880. On June 18, 1899, was married to Frank Bailey. Of this union one child was born, which preceded her to the better land. At the age of thirteen she united with the Christian church, and her life was one of quiet consistency. The funeral services were held Sunday afternoon conducted by her pastor, Rev W.T. Fisher. CLARINDA HERALD, Feb 18, 1902

Bailey, David Douglas - The following from a Kansas newspaper is an obituary of David Douglas Bailey, formerly of this locality, and who leaves surviving relatives here: David Douglas Bailey was born Aug. 4, 1847, in Pennsylvania; departed this life May 23, 1921, at his home south of Quinter, Kans., age 73 years, 9 months, and 19 days.   In early childhood he moved with his parents to Washington county, Iowa, and later to Page county, Iowa, where on March 12. 1873, he married Eliza Jane Gilmore and later moved to Jewell county, Kans., where he resided until he came to, Quinter, Kans., in 1887,   making   his home on the homestead until the time of his death.   He leaves to mourn their loss his widow and five children, W. D. Bailey of Evans, Colo.; Fred M. Bailey of Greeley, Colo.; Mrs. W. T. Mann, J. L. Bailey and L. D. Bailey of Quinter, Kans.;   also twenty-one grandchildren, three sisters, Miss Hannah Bailey, Mrs. W. D. Berringer of Clarinda, and Mrs. A. G. Buchanan of Tingley, Iowa, one brother,   A. S. Bailey, of Superior, Nebr.   Two daughters, Nellie and Blanche preceded him to his heavenly home.   Mr. Bailey has been a member of the Reformed Presbyterian church since early life and was a charter member of the Quinter congregation. CLARINDA JOURNAL, Clarinda, Iowa, Jun 2, 1921

Word has come to friends in Clarinda of the death of a former resident, D. D. Bailey, of Quinter, Kans., who passed away Sunday night. He seemed perfectly well when he retired, but when the family called him in the morning they found him dead.   

CLARINDA HERALD, Clarinda, Iowa, Jun 2, 1921  

Bailey, Mattie M.
Mrs. Mattie M. Bailey, of Shenandoah, well known here, died Saturday at Frisco, Colo., where she had gone for her health. PAGE COUNTY DEMOCRAT, Clarinda, Iowa, Jul 27, 1899

Baker, Dora Jane - Dora Jane Baker, the 10-year old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. S. J. Baker living on Rawlings Hill, east of Clarinda, died Tuesday, Dec. 9, from pneumonia. The child was not ill very long. Dora Jane Baker was born September 11, 1909, and was 10 year, 2 months and 28 days of age at the time of her death. The funeral was held at noon Thursday, and burial was in the Clarinda cemetery. PAGE COUNTY DEMOCRAT, Clarinda, Iowa, Dec 11, 1919

Baker, Levi - AGED PAGE COUNTY MAN PASSES TO GREAT BEYOND
Levi   Baker, of Shenandoah. Died Sitting in Chair, Sunday Evening. Formerly Lived Near Norwich
Sitting quietly in his chair at home in Shenandoah, Levi Baker, for more than fifty years a Page County resident, passed away Sunday evening. The funeral was held Wednesday afternoon at 2 o'clock, from his home m Shenandoah, burial in the Shenandoah Rose Hill cemetery.
Born Oct. 2nd, 1847, back in Illinois, Mr. Baker is an example of what an early comer to this country could accomplish, by intelligence, energy and perseverance. He was prominent in banking circles at time of death, being President of the Commercial National Bank of Essex, and a stockholder in Shenandoah banks, besides being President and promotor of the Mutual Telephone Co. in Shenandoah. His early education was in the high schools of Pekin and Canton, Ill., besides a short course in the Illinois State Normal school. At the age of twenty he came to northern Illinois. His first entry to Page County, la., was on the back of a mule, riding here in company with his brother Mat. He bought 80 acres of land on the W. Tarkio River, near the present site of Bingham, where he and his brother kept "batch," the nearest neighbors being five miles away. Later he bought an additional 160 acres, and about that time married the daughter of W. T. Farnham, who helped him pay for the farm and attain the foundation for future affluence. Thus he was a self made man, a credit to the community, and one who has helped win this western country to its present state of civilization. Surviving relatives, besides his wife, and the children, Mrs. Wilma Ratekin, of Omaha, Mrs. Louise Lawson, of Lander, Wyo.; Mrs. Estella Mohr, of St. Louis and Eugene Baker, living on the home farm near Bingham. There are also two brothers, Matt W., of Norwich and Dr. L, L. Baker, of Shenandoah, and one sister, Mrs. Anna Thurman, of Blanchard. CLARINDA HERALD, Clarinda, Iowa, Dec 25, 1919

Levi Baker, one of the best known men in Page county, died suddenly at his home in Shenandoah Sunday evening, December 21, 1919. He was around as usual during the day, ate his dinner with his family and was with them when the end came without warning.
He had been troubled with heart affection. He was a successful business man and banker. He will be missed not only by relatives but a host of friends, friends. CLARINDA HERALD, Clarinda, Iowa, Dec 25, 1919

Levi Baker died suddenly and peacefully while sitting in a chair surrounded by his family Sunday evening at seven-thirty o'clock at his home.
For a year he has had weakness of the heart which none knew outside the family. Early Sunday morning he had a spell of faintness but said little about it. His brother, Dr. L. L. Baker visited him during the day but did not realize the gravity of his condition.   He apparently recovered and was in usual health during the day.
He ate a hearty supper Sunday evening and then sat in his easy chair and without a word or a struggle passed out of this life.
He was 72 years old.   He was born at Middle Grove, Illinois,   October 2, 1847 and spent his boyhood on a farm. He attended high school at Pekin one year and worked for his board, then one year at Canton, walking to and from school, also one year at the Illinois State Normal school.
At the age of twenty young Baker started west and went first to Clarence, Missouri, where he was joined soon after by his brother, Matt. They then purchased two saddle mules and rode north, looking at the country and reached Page county and bought an eighty acre farm on the West Tarkio, near the present site of Bingham fifty-one years ago. Their nearest neighbors were three miles away. For a time Matt and Levi "kept batch" and then Levi married the daughter of W. T. Farnham and bought another 160 acre farm and spent fourteen years in paying for it at the end of which time he had a fine 240-acre farm.
Mr. Baker was  president and one of the principal stockholders in the Commercial National bank of Essex and was a stockholder in several other banks in Page and Fremont counties.   He was president of the Mutual Telephone Company of this city and gave it his personal backing in the years that it maintained a precarious existence and then was instrumental in its sale to the Iowa Telephone Co. for $75,000.
During the period of the war activities Mr. Baker was chairman of the board and gave it his daily personal attention and was a heavy subscriber himself to all its funds. He was the first heavy subscriber to the
Red Cross, giving a substantial check before the first drive started. He was at his post of duty every day during every drive for the liberty loans and much of the success of those drives were due to his efforts.
Mr. Baker was temperate and moral, having been a member of the Good Templars order in Tarkio township fifty years and maintained a consistent temperate life until the end.
Mr. Baker was a member of both the Odd Fellows and Elk lodges.     He has all his life been devoted to his family and the family relations have always been the most pleasant. It was an ideal home.     Four children are left with their mother to mourn, viz: Mrs. Estella Mohr of St. Louis, Mo.; Mrs. Wilma Ratekin of Omaha, Nebr.; Mrs. Louise Lawson of Lander, Wyo., and Eugene Baker who lives on the old home place near Bingham.   There are two brothers, Matt W. Baker of Norwich, now sojourning at Tampa, Florida, and Dr. L. L. Baker of this city; and the sister, Mrs. Anna Thurman of Blanchard.   One sister, Mrs. Eunice Miller is dead.   Mrs. Ratekin and Mrs. Lawson were both at the parental home for a visit and were with their father when he died.   Eugene and wife were there for dinner during the day, also Dr. Baker. For several years Mr. and Mrs. Baker have lived in a beautiful home on Nishna Road in this city.
At this time the hour of the funeral is not definitely known but it will probably be Wednesday. A telegram was sent to M. W. Baker at Tampa but it is not thought that he can come. —Sentinel-Post. PAGE COUNTY DEMOCRAT, Clarinda, Iowa, Dec 25, 1919

Baker, Lovenis - James Baker, of Creston, formerly of the Herald staff, came here Saturday afternoon with the body of his daughter, Lovenis who died at their home last Friday at 10:15 p. m. She was aged six months and nineteen days, and is the second child they have buried in the past year. The funeral services were held in the Second Baptist church Sunday afternoon at 3 o'clock, conducted by Rev. C. H. Mendenhall. Interment was made in the Clarinda cemetery. CLARINDA HERALD, Clarinda, Iowa, Nov 6, 1900

Bangs, Joseph M. -
Joseph M. Bangs was born in Hillsdale County, Mich., Aug. 10, 1837. He departed this life April 11th, 1921. In 1857, he went to Minnesota from Michigan, remaining there three years, then went to Page County, Iowa. He later made two trips to the western states, where he was engaged in mining.
In 1866, he located on a farm in this county. He was married in 1862, to Christina Webster, who died March 21st, 1901. To this union were born two sons, Charles H. and Herman M. Bangs. On Dec. 23, 1903, he was married to Mrs. Elizabeth Griswold, who survives him, together with one sister, one son, Charles H. Bangs, one granddaughter and numerous nieces and nephews, and a host of friends.
He was a man of kind and gentle disposition and was loved and respected by all who knew him. He was a charter member of College Springs lodge I. O. O. F. No. 228, who had charge of his Interment.
Mr. Bangs was a resident of Braddyville some time ago, living south west of town, His body was brought
from Elmo and interred in the Braddyville cemetery. CLARINDA HERALD, Clarinda, Iowa, Apr 21, 1921

Died—Sunday, August 17, at 8 a. m., Fae Dillon Bartholomew, infant daughter of Mr. and Mrs. A. J. Bartholomew. She was taken with a severe attack of cholera infantum late Saturday night. Her illness was of a brief duration, but her suffering was intense and more than she could bear and when morning came, her little spirit had taken its flight to its Maker, who has said, "Of such is the Kingdom of Heaven." The grief stricken parents have the heartfelt sympathy of all in their bereavement. The funeral services were held from the residence yesterday afternoon at 3 p. m. conducted by Rev, W. T. Fisher. CLARINDA HERALD, Clarinda, Iowa, Aug 19, 1902

Bates, T.C. - T. C. Bates, leader of the Villisca girls' band, died at his home in Villisca on Wednesday last, of pneumonia. CLARINDA HERALD, Clarinda, Iowa, Mar 15, 1901

Beach, Julia A. - Page county lost one of its oldest settlers when Mrs. Julia A. Beach died at the home of Mr. and. Mrs. Almeda Anderson, at Essex, Wednesday, December 15, due to natural causes.
Mrs. Beach was nearly ninety years of age, being born January 9, 1831, and up to the day of her death possessed her clear faculties and cheerful disposition.
Mr. and Mrs. Beach were originally Ohio people, living at Olivesburg, and coming to Iowa, in 1852 and first settled at Oskaloosa. In 1855 they came to Clarinda, and Mr. Beach established a blacksmith shop where the Keener shop is now. In 1868, they moved to Braddyville, where they ran a store, then moved to Hamburg.
From Hamburg they went to Tabor and from there back to Page County. Mr. and Mrs. Beach lived in Page County near Yorktown and after Mr. Beach's death in 1902, Mrs. Beach made her home in Clarinda, owning the property where Chas. W. Stuart now has his home. Mrs. Beach has lately been making her home with relatives and friends.
Mrs. Beach is survived by her two sons, Edwin of Omaha and Wilby of Southwest Australia, and by six
grandchildren, Claude of Ardmore, Okla., Wade of Red Oak, William of Wayne, Nebr., Laura of New Orleans, La., Mrs. Ruth Morearty, of Grand Island, Nebr., and Luella Rubey of Shenandoah, all of whom
are children of the deceased daughter, Mrs. Luella Beach Coryell, who died at Northboro in 1897. Mrs.
Beach had another daughter, Jessie Beach, who died unmarried.
Mrs. Beach was a faithful member of the United Presbyterian church in Clarinda and from that church the remains were taken Thursday afternoon to Clarinda Cemetery and laid to rest beside her husband, the services being conducted by Rev. W. C Williamson.
The relatives attending the funeral were Edwin A. Beach, Miss Luella Rubey, William Coryell, Wade Coryell of Red Oak was unable to be present on account of undergoing an operation. CLARINDA HERALD, Clarinda, Iowa, Dec 23, 1920

Beal, Clyde - A gloom was cast over this community Friday morning by the report that Clyde Beal had been killed the evening before by the cyclone at Kirksville, Mo., where he is completing his course in osteopathy. Frank Beal, his father, sent several telegrams but could sot reach there as the wires were all down. But with the 2:30 mail came a letter from Karl Smith, also there at school, that the Clarinda boys were all well and the weight of sorrow was lifted from all. It was the most disastrous cyclone in loss of life and property yet recorded. PAGE COUNTY DEMOCRAT, Clarinda, Iowa, May 4, 1899

Beals, Mary A. Mills
A former resident of this vicinity, Mrs.  J.  S.  Beals,  passed away at Loveland, Colo., on June 11th, being brought to the old home in College Springs where funeral services were held last week Tuesday, in the Methodist Church,, conducted by the pastor. Rev. A. P. Keast, with interment in Maple Hill Cemetery. She is survived by her husband and five children, Frank Beals and Mrs. Ora Griffith of near College Springs,  Mrs. Wyatt W.  Jones of Salt Lake  City, Miss Marie  Beals and Mrs. Walter J. Price of Loveland, Colo.
Her maiden name was Mary A. Mills, born in Richland, la. in 1846. She was married in 1863 to Mr. Beals, who left for the front in the Civil War, remaining in active service until 1866.     After four years
resident in.Kansas, they returned to Iowa, living near Clarinda, and later moved to near College Springs, that their children might have the opportunity of attending Amity College.
Until recently Mrs. Beals was very active in church work. She has for the past twelve years been an invalid, confined to her chair. The influence of her life, will long be with us. CLARINDA HERALD, Clarinda, Iowa, Jun 23, 1921

Beavers, Burch - Villisca Review, Aug. 6: Burch Beavers, for sixteen years a resident of Villisca, died Monday morning at 12:30 at his home on Second street, his death resulting from heart trouble. He
had not been in good health since he was sick with influenza last winter, but during the week previous to his death he had been feeling better than usual.
On Saturday evening he was able to come down town but suffered a sink ing spell about 10 o'clock Sunday night while sitting on his porch, and although medical aid was summoned at once his death followed soon after.
Mr. Beavers was born Sept. 22, 1849, in Highland county, Ohio, and was married to Miss Ellen Sexton in Page county, la., when he was 19 years of age, and to them two children were born. They are Miss Cora Shannon of Lincoln, Nebr., and Miss Laura Beavers of Pawnee City, Nebr. Mr. Beavers leaves also two sisters and three brothers. They are Mrs. G. W. Sams, Villisca; Mrs. Mary Chase, Lebanon, Kans.; A. J. Beavers, Clarinda; F. P. Beavers, Hepburn; C. W. Beavers, Story, Wyo. Mr. Beavers was a member of the Presbyterian church. The funeral was held Wednesday afternoon at 2 o'clock at the home, with Rev. E. S. Menoher in charge of the service. Burial was in the Villisca cemetery. CLARINDA JOURNAL,Clarinda, Iowa, Aug 12, 1920

Beery, Adelia L. Beck
OBITUARY RECORD.
Mrs Roy Beery. In The journal o£ last week was mention of the illness of Mrs. Roy Beery, with typhoid fever, at Thayer, Kans. Mrs. Beery passed away at that place Thursday, Oct. 6. She was the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. J. C. Beck of Clarinda. Her father was with her for several weeks during her illness. The remains were brought to Shambaugh, her former home, for funeral services. The funeral was held Sunday afternoon in the Church of God, with Rev. J. W. Cabbage officiating. Burial was in Birchwood cemetery, Clarinda. In their loss the sorrowing family have the sympathy of many friends, in Iowa and Kansas. The Journal has been furnished with the following obituary:
"Mrs. Adelia L. Beck, youngest daughter of Mr. and Mrs. J. C. Beck, was born March 15, 1884, near Shambaugh, Iowa, and died Oct. 6, 1921, at her home near Thayer, Kans., after a lingering illness of three months, resulting from typhoid fever, during which time she showed great patience and fortitude. She was united in marriage to Roy Beery in 1909. To this union four children were born, the youngest dying in infancy. She was converted at an early age and united with the Church of God, at Shambaugh, in which church she still holds her membership. There being no church of that faith at Thayer she worked with the Baptists and was a member of The Lady Helpers Society of the Baptist Church at the time of her death. Practically all of her life was spent in Iowa with the exception of five years spent at Twin Falls, Ida., and five and one-half years at Thayer, Kan. She leaves a husband, two daughters, Marjorie and Mildred; one son, Merwin; her parents, Mr. and Mrs. J. C. Beck; her sister, Mrs. Lanta Wray, of Grand Island, Nebr., and a host of friends to mourn their loss. The Thayer community is particularly stricken by the death of this woman, whose friendly presence had made her such a favorite among the people. CLARINDA JOURNAL, Clarinda, Iowa, Oct 13, 1921

Beery, Adelia Beck

Adelia L. Beck, youngest daughter of Mr. and Mrs. J. C. Beck of Clarinda, was born March 15, 1884, near Shambaugh, Iowa, and died Oct. 6, 1921, at her home near Thayer, Kans., after a lingering illness of three months, resulting from typhoid fever, during which time she showed great patience and fortitude. She was united in marriage to Roy Beery in 1909. To this union four children were born, the youngest dying in infancy. She was converted at an early age and united with the Church of God, at Shambaugh, in which church she still holds her membership. There being no church of that faith at Thayer she worked with the Baptists and was a member of The Lady Helpers Society of the Baptist Church, at the time of her death. Practically all of her life was spent in Iowa with the exception of five years spent at Twin Falls, Ida., and five and one half years at Thayer, Kans. She leaves a husband, two daughters, Marjorie and Mildred; one son, Merwin, and her parents, Mr. and Mrs. J. C. Beck, her sister, Mrs. Lanta Wray, of Grand Island, Nebr:, and a host of ,friends to mourn their loss.
The body having been brought to Shambaugh, the former home, funeral services were held Sunday afternoon, at the Church of God, conducted by the pastor, Rev. J. W. Cabbage, after which the funeral cortage wended its way to Birchwood Cemetery in Clarinda, where interment was made. CLARINDA HERALD, Clarinda, Iowa, Oct 13, 1921

Bell, Ellis D. - PATIENT AT HOSPITAL TOOK LIFE OF DR. BELL
Wealthy Patient Takes Out Grudge On Officer for Real or Imaginary Troubles
Dr. Ellis D. Bell, for the past sixteen years supervisor of the Clarinda state hospital for the insane, was killed early Friday morning by Dr. J. R. Dosh, a patient at the institution . The tragedy occurred as Dr. Bell came into ward 10 to take the bread order for the day, when Dosh slipped up behind him and grabbing him over the eyes with one hand cut his throat with a razor. William Hall, a patient, from Des Moines who was soon to be paroled, came to Bell's assistance, and caught Dosh and held him until Heiderick, an attendant, helped him force the razor from Dosh, and held him until more help came. Dr. Powers was called from the city and later an inquest was held, at which the following facts were brought out:
The inquest was held Friday forenoon by Justice of the Peace Stuart, in the absence of Coroner Roy Harlon. Dr. Max E. Witte testified that he was called to the kitchen of Ward 10, and there found the body of Mr. Ellis D. Bell, surrounded by pool of blood, and unconscious, but still gasping. His throat had been cut, and an attempt was made to stop the bleeding by clamping down the arteries, but he died a few seconds later. Dr. Witte said that he saw the body before it had been disturbed. He said that Dr. Dosh was 77 years of age, and was a patient in the hospital, suffering from extreme melancholia, and much physical distress. He fancied that Dr. Bell and other hospital authorities were plotting against him, and that they had possession of facts that would bring about his ruin. He had made threats against Bell's life, and Bell had been warned about it. During the winter and spring Dosh seemed to have forgotten his grudge, but of late had been brooding about it.
Dr. T. E. Powers testified that he had been called, and described the nature of the wound, and said that it was sufficient to cause immediate death. Dr. R. D. Smith, assistant physician, said that none of the patients were permitted to shave themselves, and that one time he found Dr. Dosh shaving himself, and called to his his attention to the fact that this was against one of the strictest rules of the institution; however, he had not known of Dosh shaving himself at any other time. He also said that they had found that Dosh had secured the razor from the medicine chest where a few razors were kept, by means of a key which he had for a commode drawer in his room where he kept his personal belongings, and which fitted the medicine chest. The testimony of J. A. Heiderick, attendant of male ward 10 is that he was busy in the kitchen when Bell came in to take the bread order, and that he saw Dosh slip up behind Bell grab him across the eyes and thought he was trying to  choke him, but later saw what had been done. He saw Hall, one of the patients, grapple with Dosh, and after trying to assist Bell, went to Hall and helped him take the razor from Dosh and to hold him.   William Hall, a patient testified that he was in the room when Dr. Bell came in   and said "Good morning" and that he saw Dosh slip up behind him and commit the crime, and noticed that he was trying to slip away with the razor in his hand, so Hall ran behind him and grabbed both arms, while Dosh continued to make an effort to do further injury.   Herbert Boysen an attendant, also witnessed the deed and saw Bell take three steps forward and fall. He helped Bell to the floor and tried to ease him and stop the blood, then ran for Dr. Witte, returning in a few minutes. John B. Bowling, special attendant to Dr. Dosh, said that he had been permitted, to shave himself at times, and that the razor was always taken
from him and put back in the medicine chest, and that he was always under the closest surveilance. He identified the razor as the one that Dosh had used for shaving Monday morning , Chas T. Grattige, junior interne, testified that he knew Dr. Bell, and Dr. Dosh, as one of the wealthiest patients, and that he had not known that Dosh was permitted to shave himself, and that none of the patients were allowed to have instruments of this kind.
The coroners jury was composed of Gerald G. Graff, Max Kaufman, and Joe Anderson.    Their verdict
was that Ellis D. Bell came to his death by a cut across the throat with a razor in the hands of one J. R.
Dosh, being an inmate of the Clarinda state hospital for the insane at Clarinda hospital.
Dr. Bell resided in a cottage just south of the hospital grounds and leaves a wife and one child. He came here from Mt. Pleasant. The funeral was held Sunday afternoon from the hospital chapel in charge of Nodaway Lodge I. O. 0. P. 109, Rev J. M. Williams of the First Methodist church officiating. Interment was in the Clarinda cemetery. Deceased was forty-seven years old.
Dr. Dosh was brought to the institution from California, where he has a home, but has lived most of his life at Stuart, Iowa, where he practiced medicine. A son, Roy Dosh is a practicing attorney at Stuart, and recently visited in Clarinda. He is now on a vacation trip in the west. PAGE COUNTY DEMOCRAT, Clarinda, Iowa, Aug 5, 1920

The funeral of Ellis D. Bell Sunday afternoon, in the chapel of the Clarinda State Hospital, was one of the largest attended and most impressive held here for some time. His twenty three years of faithful and efficient service in the state hospital here made him many friends, more probably than Mr. Bell realized. By common consent these friends gathered Sunday afternoon at the hospital, as a last tribute to the departed.
The services in the chapel were conducted by the Methodist minister, Rev. J. M. Williams, assisted by the United Presbyterian pastor, Rev. W., C. Williamson. Music was furnished by the orchestra of the State Hospital, assisted by the quartette of the Methodist Church, who sang appropriate selections. Brother Odd Fellows acted as pallbearers, and formed a double line in the hallway of the institution, through which the remains of the brother were borne by J. N. Luster, P. H. Ledbetter, Roy Mathews, Ray Burk, Charles Anno and Elmo Dougherty, acting as pallbearers.
At Clarinda cemetery the closing services were in charge of Clarinda Lodge I. O. O. F. No. 109, with their impressive burial service.
Thus to the wife and baby who remain, the friends of their loved one did everything possible to show the sympathy felt at their loss.
Mr. Bell was a graduate of the Clarinda State Hospital Training School for Nurses in the class of 1902.
Those of his immediate family who preceded him in death are his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Joshua D. Bell, and four sisters, one of whom died in infancy, the others are Mrs. Dora White, who passed away in 1883, Mrs. Effle Grinstead in 1917 and Mrs. Minnie Goetz in January 1920.
Relatives who were present from out of the city are Mr. and Mrs. A. V. Holley, of Rome, Iowa, Mr. Guy Grinstead, Mrs. Borea Danielson, Mrs. Enola Holgate of Fairfield, la., Mrs. H. L. Williams and Mr. Noble Williams, of Burke, South Dakota, Mr. and Mrs. Newell Staples of Burlington Junction, Missouri.
Besides the relatives, many former employees, former patients and the relatives of patients were present.
The following obituary was read at the chapel service, and is repeated here because of its appropriateness and truthfulness.
Ellis D. Bell was born near Rome, in Henry County, Iowa, Feb. 21st, 1873, and died as a soldier in the performance of his duty, in the state hospital at Clarinda, Iowa, on July 30th, 1920. His age was forty seven years, being stricken down in the very prime of his life. He. grew to manhood in Henry County, Iowa, and when a young man entered the service of the state with the Iowa State Hospital at Mt. Pleasant. He later came to Clarinda,  where he continued the service for the state, in the hospital at this place. For twenty three years he has been a faithful member of the force, and at the time of his tragic taking away was in the employment of his duty as supervisor of the male wards of the institution.
On Oct. 8th, 1911, he was united in marriage to Miss Tracy Williams, at Maryville, Mo., who, with the dear little six months old baby, Helen Maxine, mourn a faithful husband and a loving father.
He also leaves four brothers and two sisters. They are Jesse Bell of Chowchilla, California, Perry Bell of Denver, Colo., James Bell of Houston, Tex., and Charles Bell, of Des Moines, Iowa, Mrs. Margaret Holley of Rome, Iowa, and Mrs. Lulu Martin of Fairfield, la.
He was a member in good standing of the Independent Order of Odd Fellows, under whose auspices the services were conducted, his membership having always been with Henry Lodge No. 10 of Mt. Pleasant,
Our brother was a quiet man, and greatly devoted to his duty. His twenty two years service with this institution is outstanding, both as to quality and length of service. He was absolutely honored, trusted and respected by the patients, fellow workers and the management of this great institution. CLARINDA HERALD, Clarinda, Iowa, Aug 5, 1920

HOSPITAL SUPT. KILLED BY PATIENT
Trusted Employee at State Hospital Attacked by Insane Patient Using Razor
Ellis D. Bell, general superintendent of the entire men's wards at the State Hospital, was attacked by a patient, Friday morning, Dr. J. R. Dosh, who slashed Mr Bell's throat with a razor so that death was instantaneous.
The tragic affair happened about 5:30 Friday morning. Mr. Bell, whose duty it is to see to the wants of his department, had come from a room, and was in the act of filling out his bread order for the day, writing on an order blank, using the door jam for support. There were two other men in the room, one an attendant who was slicing bread and the other, a patient who was setting the table preparatory for breakfast.
Dr. Dosh's room was to the rear and left of Mr. Bell, as he was standing, and from this place the assailant crept, his approach unnoticed because ot his being in his stocking feet. Placing one hand over Mr. Bell's forehead, with the other he reached around in front and brought the razor to Mr. Bell's throat so quickly and quietly that no one was aware of anything unusual until all was over. Dr. Witte was called immediately and everything possible was done, but the cut was too deep and death came a few moments later.
Dr. Dosh has only been at the Hospital a few months, coming here from Guthrie Center. He has lived in California for a number of years, and was adjudged insane while on a visit to this state. He has been confined to the ward where patients considered dangerous are kept, and has had a special attendant. For this reason other attendants in the building paid but little attention to him. He had been under the impression for some time that Mr. Bell and others had some information concernnig his affairs that was dangerous, and picked out Mr. Bell especially as the object of his revenge.
Dr. Dosh seems to have considerable, mechanical ingenuity about him. He appears to have made a key to fit the medicine chest where the razors are kept. The medicine chest is in the clothing room, and is locked at all times. The room is fastened when the assistant superintendent is absent. In taking the razor he left the case in the rack, making it appear that nothing was missing.

Coroner's Inquest
In the absence of Coroner R. E. Harmon, Justice ot the Peace C. W. Stuart took charge, selecting Gerald Graff, Max Kaulman and Joe Anderson as the jury, who found that Mr. Bell came to his death by a razor in the hands of a patient. The in[--] same morning. The body was removed to Harmon's Funeral home where it was prepared for burial.
Dr. Dosh has been placed in closer confinement and care will be taken that there will not be a repetition of the act against other officials at the Hospital.
Mr. Bell has been a very popular superintendent at the Hospital, among pauents and employees alike, and has many friends in the city who will miss him. He was an especial friend of Dr. Witte's, being here in the same capacity, of superintendent of the men's wards, for twenty-two years, and before that serving with Dr. Witte in the State Hospital at Mt. Pleasant. He has always been very efficient in his duties and always faithful and loyal to the institution.
Mr. Bell leaves to mourn his loss a wife and eight months old baby daughter, four brothers and two sisters, besides a large number of friends.
Funeral services were held in the Hospital chapel Sunday afternoon, Rev. J. M. Williams officiating, the service being in charge of Nodaway Lodge, No. 109, I. O. O. F. The large chapel was crowded with friends to witness the final services. Interment was made in Clarinda cemetery.CLARINDA HERALD, Clarinda, Iowa, Aug 5, 1920

Bell, Hattie A. Lowrance - Mrs. J. B. Bell passed to her eternal reward, on Dec. 19th, after more than seventy eight years of happiness and usefulness. The funeral was held Saturday afternoon, Dec. 20th, from her late residence on N. 19th Street, the services being conducted by her beloved pastor, Rev. W. C. Williamson when the earthly remains were then laid to rest in Clarinda cemetery.
Mrs. Bell was one of the W. C. T. U. women who were so active in prosecuting the temperance work in Clarinda and she is said to be one of the first of the ladies of that organization to be taken away. Apparently the Lord has protected these good women until the principles they stood for could be written into the statute books of the state and nation.
Hattie A. Lowrance was born near Virginia, Cass County, Illinois, on May 27th, 1841. She was married Aug. 27th, 1871 to Jos. B. Bell. The couple have journeyed over fifty-two years of life's pathway together, and the husband is still living, as are two children, Miss Myrtle Bell, who continues to be the home keeper, and Mrs. E. B. Akey, who has been at home to give comfort to her mother in her declining days.
"Just going home" were the words of the good mother, who in her last hours urged loved ones not to pray that she might live, as she was willing to depart and be at rest where they could soon join her. Hers was a most exemplary life, ever so unselfishly thinking of and trying to be a help to others, in her own sweet, quiet way. The home, chruch and community will miss one who has ever been reaching out in thought and deed to relieve the suffering of humanity, especially in the temperance work, and more recently in the New World Movement.
In the early days she united with the Presbyterian Church, and after her marriage joined the United Presbyterian Church, remaining a faithful attendant while physical strength permitted. Her Bible was her constant guide through life. For her to live was Christ, and thus to die is her eternal gain. CLARINDA HERALD, Clarinda, Iowa, Dec 25, 1919

Mrs. Joseph B. Bell.
Mrs. Joseph B. Bell passed away at her home in this city, Dec. 19, 1919. Funeral services were conducted Saturday afternoon at 2:30, by Dr. W. C. Williamson. Interment was in Clarinda cemetery. The obituary of Mrs. Bell given The Journal is as follows: Hattie A. Lowrance was born near Virginia, Cass county, Ill., May 27, 1841, and passed from this earth Dec. 9, 1919, being at the time of her death 8 years and 7 months of age. She was married on Aug. 27, 1867, to Joseph B. Bell, and they have journeyed over fifty-two years of life's path together. Five children were born to this union, three of which the Heavenly Father gathered to himself in infancy. The husband and two daughters, Miss Myrtle, and Mrs. E. B. Akey, remain to cherish fond loving thoughts of this loved one. Another sheaf has ripened and been garnered to the Heavenly Mansion to receive the rich reward to be given the righteous. In her own words she was "just going home," and in her last hours of intense suffering urged the loved ones not to pray that she live, desiring rather to depart and be at rest where they could so soon come. Her's was a most exemplary life—ever so unselfishly thinking of and trying to do for and help others in her quiet way. A kind and loving wife, mother and friend will be missed in the home, church and community. She had continually on her mind and heart suffering humanity and was constantly reaching out in thought and deed to relieve distress and was so greatly interested in the cause of temperance and the new world movement. In Presbyterian church, and after her marriage, with the United Presbyterian church, and remained faithful, and until failing health was a regular attendant. Her greatest grief was to miss preaching service and Sabbath school. Her Bible was her constant guide. "For her to live was Christ, to die was gain." CLARINDA JOURNAL, Clarinda, Iowa, Dec 25, 1919

Bidlake, Hulda - Many people in the vicinity of Shambaugh who knew Miss Hulda Bidlake, who was married to a Mr. Goodpasture and moved to Odell,Kans., will be grieved to learn of her death there on November 16. Deceased was well known here, especially among the members of the Christian church, she having joined the church under Rev. Sargent, and was an active member of the church and bible school Her death is mourned by all who knew her. She leaves a son two years old, and a little babe preceded her to the better land only a few days before her own death. CLARINDA HERALD, Clarinda, Iowa, Dec 4, 1900

Bieghler, Irma

Mrs. C. C. Bieghler desires to tender her most sincere thanks to the kind friends who rendered invaluable assistance and sympathy to her during the illness and death of her little daughter, Irma, April 18th, at the home of her parents, Mr . and Mrs. Wm. Kile, west of the city. PAGE COUNTY DEMOCRAT, Clarinda, Iowa, Apr 27, 1899

Miss Irma Bieghler, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. C. C. Beighler, died Tuesday April 18, 1899, at the home of her grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Wm. E. Kile, west of this city, aged 12 years, 5 months and 9 days. She had been sick several weeks with fever and sciatic rheumatism. A bright little darling girl has passed away, and the bereaved family have the sympathy of all. The funeral took place this afternoon at 2:30, conducted by Rev. E. W. McDade, of Perry, Iowa. PAGE COUNTY DEMOCRAT, Clarinda, Iowa, Apr 20, 1899

Birchard, James - James Birchard, eldest son of Mr. and Mrs. Dwight Birchard, who reside one and one-half miles northeast of College Springs, met instant death in an automobile accident about one-half mile north of that place, at 9 o'clock last Sunday night. James, age 18 years, and his brother, Warren, age about 16, were in the Birchard Dodge car returning home from attendance at the evening service of the United Presbyterian church in College Springs. James was driving. In some manner one of the front wheels of the car broke and the machine turned over, righted itself, and then turned sufficiently to throw both boys out. Warren was thrown into a hedge and weeds and bruised badly, but was not hurt so that he could not get about. James was crushed and mangled when thrown from his seat in the car.
Naturally there is widespread sorrow over this sudden, unexpected, and deplorable accident. It seems inexplicable except by the laws of human fortune which is variable and subject to joys and sorrows that may come in countless ways, either with or without warning.
James had a fine record as a careful automobile driver, being noted as such. He was a boy of the best of character—moral and upright. Both he and his brother Warren were in the habit of regularly attending church and Sabbath school. As one who well knew them said: "When the Sabbath came they were at Sunday school and church."
The parents and other relatives certainly have the sincere sympathy of a host of friends and acquaintances.
Among surviving relatives outside of the immediate family is J. C. Dow, editor of the College Springs Current-Press, uncle of the deceased; W. N. Dow, College Springs, uncle; W. E. Stevens of Clarinda, a second cousin, and Mrs. W. N. Woods, also of this city, a great aunt.
The funeral was held Monday afternoon, conducted by Rev. N. J. Calhoun, pastor of the United   Presbyterian church of College Springs, and burial was in the College Springs cemetery. CLARINDA JOURNAL, Clarinda, Iowa, Aug 19, 1920

FATAL ACCIDENT TO JAMES BIRCHARD.

James Birchard Killed In Auto Wreck
CAB OVERTURNED SUNDAY EVENING KILLING THE YOUNG MAN INSTANTLY
The young life of James Birchard, a College Springs boy, son of Mr. and Mrs. Dwight Birchard, was ended Sunday evening, on the road just north of College Springs.
James was just returning from having attended the services at the United Presbyterian Church in College Springs. At the young people's meeting preliminary to church service he had taken an active part, being elected as delegate to represent the Y. P. C. U of his local church at the young people's conference soon to be held.
After church services, in company with his younger brother, Warren Birchard, he was driving home, when the car upset, while going northward, just before reaching the place in the road where the I. S. W. Ry. formerly crossed the road. After the accident one of the front wheels was off the car. The younger brother says the car suddenly swerved sideways, then turned over, perhaps turned over twice. Both boys were thrown out of the car, James being thrown the farthest a distance of about fifteen feet, and sustained injuries from which he died instantly. The younger boy had reached his brother, and was trying to revive him just as Ira McKinley drove up, being also on his way home from church. Ren Dugan was called from his home just north of where the accident occurred. It was evident that nothing could be done for the young man as life was extinct, so he was taken to his home, a couple of miles north of where the accident occurred.
The funeral was held Monday afternoon, from the home, conducted by Rev. N. J. Calhoun, the form of the fine young man being laid to rest in College Springs cemetery. He graduated last year from the high school in the Springs, and was beloved by all.  
This is the second accident recently in the same family, the young man's father, Dwight Birchard, having sustained a fall last Thursday, which broke some ribs, but did not injure him seriously.
The sympathy of many friends is extended to the family, since the young man stood exceptionally high in the community. CLARINDA HERALD, Clarinda, Iowa, Aug 19, 1920

Birdsall, Lou - W. S. Potts and family attended the funeral of Mrs. Potts' cousin, Miss Lou Birdsall, at Hastings, Iowa, yesterday. CLARINDA HERALD, Clarinda, Iowa, May 3, 1901

Bisbee, W.A. - Mr. C. W. Bisbee received word yesterday of the death of the wife of his brother, Mr. W. A. Bisbee, of Adrian, Mich. CLARINDA HERALD, Clarinda, Iowa, Feb 17, 1903

Bishop, A.J., Mrs - MRS. A. J. BISHOP
On last Thursday evening, Mrs. A. J. Bishop, formerly of Perry, Iowa, died at the home of her niece, Mrs. J. J. Amen, where she had made her home since last fall. On Friday rooming a short service was held after which she was taken to Woodward, Iowa for burial on the family lot.
Mrs. Bishop was born Dec. 28th, 1832.      PAGE COUNTY DEMOCRAT, Clarinda, Iowa, Mar 29, 1917

Mrs. A. J. Bishop passed away last Thursday evening, at the home of her niece, Mrs. J. J. Amen, 321 W. Lincoln Street, where she has been making her home the past winter. Mrs. Bishop was born Dec. 28th, 1832, being thus more than eighty four years of age, her death being due primarily to old age. On Friday morning a short service was held, after which she was taken to Woodard, la., for burial in the family lot, Woodard being her former home. Because of her short residence in Clarinda, and her being unable to leave the house the past winter, Mrs. Bishop had not become acquainted with many of our citizens. CLARINDA HERALD, Clarinda, Iowa, Mar 22, 1917

Bix, Margaret Reynolds - Bedford Times-Republican: Margaret Reynolds was born in Blumstead, England, May 29, 1847, and died at her home ten miles southwest of Bedford, May 7, 1921, at the age of 73 years 11 months and 22 days. She was married to George Bix, Oct. 6, 18.68, and to this union were born nine children, all of whom are living: Mrs. Frank Dougherty of Bedford; William of Sheridan, Wyo.; Robert of Clarinda; Mrs. H. A. Oxley of Hopkins, Mo.; James of New Market; George of Bedford; Mrs. G. A. Oxley of Hopkins, Mo.; Earnest of Bedford, and Ella at home. Besides these children who mourn the loss of a loving mother the father is bereft of his lifelong and faithful companion. There are also three brothers and one sister in England, nineteen grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. The
deceased with her husband and children came to this county in 1863 and resided here until her death. A number of years ago she united with the Presbyterian church. CLARINDA JOURNAL, Clarinda, Iowa, May 26, 1921

Blackford, Anna Hart - Miss Anna Hart was born in Ohio Dec. 19, 1835. Died June 2, 1920, in Braddyville, aged 84 years, 6 month and 20 days. She came with her brother John Hart to Eddyville, when in young womanhood, and from there to Clarinda. , After remaining there a short time moved to Braddyville, where she spent the remainder of her days, except for a few years when she lived on their farm south of town. She was married to Thos. Blackford in 1863, he passed to the great beyond in 1896. The funeral services were held at the Christian church, Thursday, at 11 o'clock, by Rev. A. R. Hunt of Savannah, Mo. Her remains were laid to rest in the Braddyville cemetery. CLARINDA HERALD, Clarinda, Iowa, Jun 10, 1920

Bloom, Bessie Luella Brewer

The funeral of Mrs. Bessie Luella Brewer Bloom was held at Norwich Friday at ten o'clock.   Mrs. Clifford Burton and Mrs. L. Beach had charge of the song service.   Burial was at the Baker cemetery. Mrs. Bloom had been in poor health for some time and passed away April 20.   She was born in Page county Jan. 11, 1878, and was married to Jacob Bloom on Nov. 4, 1897.    Nine children were born but two died some time ago. Mrs. Bloom  joined  the Baptist church in Shenandoah when she was fourteen years of age.   At the time of her death the family were making their home on the D. D. Stitt farm north of Yorktown. PAGE COUNTY DEMOCRAT, Clarinda, Iowa, Apr 24, 1920

Bloom, Bessie Brewer
Mrs. Bessie Brewer Bloom, wife of J. F. Bloom, died in Clarinda, Tuesday, April 20, 1920, at the home of Mrs. Alice Clark on East Chestnut street, Mr. Bloom and family have been living on the D. D. Stitt farm near Yorktown, Mrs. Bloom having been   brought to Clarinda a short time ago for treatment. Mrs. Bloom was forty-two years of age last January.  She leaves seven children, Alva Bloom, who was an overseas soldier, Mrs. Audrey Bolen and Mrs. Minnie Hankens of near Norwich, also Walter, Dorothy, Leona and Rena. She is survived by four sisters, Mrs. Ed Chafner of South Dakota; Mrs. John Jones of Lena, Ore.; Mrs. J. H. Hollar of Guthrie Center; Mrs. J. H. Griffey of Tarkio township; two half sisters, Mrs. Mary Morris of Lena, Ore.; Mrs. Etta Mabron of Diler, Nebr.; two half brothers, J. H. Knight of Guthrie Center and Frank Knight of Montana. The funeral will he Thursday afternoon at 2:30 at the Norwich church. Interment will be in the Baker cemetery. CLARINDA JOURNAL, Clarinda, Iowa, Apr 22 1920

Bloom, Bessie S.
Bessie S. Bloom, wife of Jake Bloom died at the home of Mrs. Alice Clark, Tuesday April 20, aged 42 years, 3 months and 2 days.
Mr. and Mrs. Bloom have made their home near Norwich for a numher of years since their marriage. Mrs. Bloom has been in ill health for some time and has made several trips west to improve her health. She leaves seven children to mourn her loss: Alva, Mrs. Chas. Bolen, Mrs. Beryl Hankins, Dorothy, Walter, Norma and the baby La Rena. Four sisters are also living, only two of whom were able to attend the funeral,  Mrs. James Griffey of Yorktown and Mrs. Nora Shaffner of Pierre, So. Dak.
Funeral services were held at Norwich Thursday morning and burial was in the cemetery there. CLARINDA HERALD, Clarinda, Iowa, Apr 22, 1920

Blythe, Louis - Louis Blythe died Wednesday on his farm east of this city.CLARINDA HERALD, Clarinda, Iowa, Jan 19, 1911 [scrapbook page S13]

Bolen, Edward S. -
Edward S. Bolen was born in Warren county, Ill., July 23, 1865. He was the second child of Thomas J. and Elizabeth Bolen. The family moved to Mahasha county, this state in 1876, and to Page county in 1878. They settled in the neighborhood of Rose Hill and Mr. Bolen grew to manhood in that community. On May 9, 1886, he was united in marriage to Carrie A. Williams. Mr. and Mrs. Bolen removed to Phelps county Nebraska, taking land where they engaged in farming and later returning to their former neighborhood north of Clarinda, remaining there until the spring of 1913, at which time they came to Clarinda to make their home and have lived here since then. For the past year Mr. Bolen has been in declining health. Following an operation for gall stones he was stricken with pneumonia from which, in his weakened condition he could not recover. His death ocured Sunday at the Wise Memorial hospital in Omaha. At the age of 16 Mr. Bolen united with the Rose Hill United Brethern church of which he was a very active member. After coming to Clarinda he became a member of the Methodist Episcopal church. He was a very conscientious man, one who stood for right and truth, always holding the esteem of his friends, neighbors, and those who knew him. He is survived by his widow, one daughter, Mrs. R. E. Harmon, one granddaughter, Ruth Harmon; his father, T. J. Bolen and one sister, Mrs. John Fleener, besides two brothers , George M. Bolen of Doniphan, Nebr., who was present at the funeral, and Frank Bolen of Portland, Ore., who was not able to be present. Mr. Bolen was a member of the I. O. O. F. lodge of Clarinda. The funeral was held from the Methodist church, conducted by Rev. J. M. Williams. Interment is in Clarinda cemetery. PAGE COUNTY DEMOCRAT, Clarinda, Iowa, Nov 4, 1920

Edward S. Boland, one of the best known and esteemed men in this vicinity, passed away Sunday night, Oct. 24th, in the Wise Hospital at Omaha. Mr. Bolen had been troubled with gall stones, for which he had an operation three days previous, after which he was stricken with pneumonia, which caused his death.
The funeral is being held this Thursday afternoon at 2:30, from the Methodist Church conducted by the pastor, Rev. J. M. Williams, the burial being in Clarinda cemetery.
Born July 24th, 1865, in Warren County; Illinois, when eleven years of age he came to Mohaska [sic] County, Iowa, and two years later, in 1878, to Page county, living in the neighborhood of Rose Hill, where he grew to manhood. In 1886, he was united in marriage to Miss Carrie A. Williams, when they moved to Phelps County, Nebr., where they were engaged in farming. The family returned to their former neighborhood north of Clarinda, living there until the spring of 1913, when they moved to Clarinda, and have since resided here. Mr. Mr. Bolen has been in declining health for the past year. When sixteen years of age he joined the United Brethern Church, in which he was very active, and he joined the Methodist Church after moving to Clarinda. He was a very conscientious man, one who stood for right and truth, always holding the esteem of his friends and neighbors.
He is survived by his widow, one daughter, Mrs. R. E. Harmon, one granddaughter, Ruth Harmon, his father, T. J. Bolen, and one sister Mrs. John Fleener, besides two brothers, George M. Bolen of Doniphan, Neb., who was present at the funeral, and one brother Frank Bolen of Portland, Oregon,who was unable to be present. Mr. Bolen was a member of the I. O. O. F. Lodge of Clarinda. CLARINDA HERALD, Clarinda, Iowa, Oct 28, 1920

Edward S. Bolen. The death of Edward S. Bolen is deeply regretted by all who knew him. He will be much missed in the community in which he lived. He possessed in large degree those noble qualities which endear their possessors to those who know them.
Edward S. Bolen was born in Warren county, Ill., July 23, 1865. He was the second child of Thomas J. and Elizabeth Bolen. The family moved to Mohaska county, this state, in 1876, and to Page county in 1878. They settled in the neighborhood of Rose Hill and Mr. Bolen grew to manhood in that community. On May 9, 1886, he was united in marriage to Carrie A. Williams. Mr. and Mrs. Bolen removed to Phelps county where they engaged in farming, later returning to their former neighborhood north of Clarinda, remaining there until the spring of 1913, at which time they came to Clarinda to make their home and have lived here since then. For the past year Mr. Bolen has been in declining health. Following an operation for gall stones he was stricken with pneumonia from which, in his weakened condition he could not recover. His death occurred Sunday at the Wise Memorial hospital in Omaha. At the age of 16 Mr. Bolen united with the Rose Hill United Brethren church of which he was a very active member. After coming to Clarinda he became a member of the Methodist Episcopal church. He was a very conscientious man, one who stood for right and truth, always holding the esteem of his friends, neighbors, and those who knew him. He is survived by his widow, one daughter, Mrs. R. E. Harmon, one granddaughter, Ruth Harmon; his father, T. J. Bolen, and one sister, Mrs. John Fleener, besides two brothers, George M. Bolen of Doniphan, Nebr., who was present at the funeral, and Frank Bolen of Portland, Ore., who was not able to be present. Mr. Bolen was a member of the I. O. O. F. lodge of Clarinda. The funeral is being held this afternoon at 2:30 at the Methodist Episcopal church, conducted by Rev. J. M. Williams. Interment is in Clarinda cemetery. CLARINDA JOURNAL, Clarinda, Iowa, Oct 28, 1920

All who knew J. C. Bouton, former manager of Graham's Fair store in Clarinda, will regret to learn of his death, last Monday morning, at Chillicothe, Mo. He had been ill for a long time and gave up his business on account of his health. For several years he was a very active Clarinda business man, conducting the Fair store in a manner that made and kept friends. He was public spirited to the utmost, always ready to do as much or more than his share. He was scrupulously honest, always gentlemanly, pleasant and accommodating. He will be missed from the world. CLARINDA JOURNAL, Clarinda, Iowa, Jan 6, 1921

Boyer, Gilbert A. - 0BITUARY - GILBERT A. BOYER
Gilbert A. Boyer, son of John and Mary Boyer, was born in Illinois in 1873 and died at his home July 25,
1920, aged 47 years, eight months and 15 days. Mr. Boyer was a barber and had been in business in Clarinda for many years. He had been ailing in health for some time past and death came rather suddenly. The funeral was held at his home on east State street, Tuesday afternoon at three o'clock with Rev. Williams of the Methodist church officiating. Music was furnished by a quartet composed of Mrs. Scroggs, Mrs. Williams, Carl Orr and Glenn Turner. Besides his wife and one daughter, Ruby, he leaves a host of relatives and friends to mourn his loss. PAGE COUNTY DEMOCRAT, Clarinda, Iowa, Jul 29, 1920

Another well known and highly esteemed citizen of Clarinda, Gilbert Allen Boyer, is dead. He passed away Sunday, July 25, 1920, at his home in this city. Although he had long been in ill health he was able to devote his attention to his business most of the time, and even as late as the Thursday afternoon before his death he was at his barber shop attending to his usual work. His going on his long journey, therefore being sudden, came as a genuine shock as well as being a sorrow to his many friends and acquaintances. In their loss his wife and daughter and other relatives have the sincere sympathy of this community.
The funeral was held at the family home Tuesday afternoon at 3 o'clock, conducted by the pastor of the Methodist Episcopal church, Rev J. M. Williams, who read the following obituary:
"Gilbert Allen Boyer was born at Lena, Ill., Nov. 10, 1872, and died at his home at Clarinda, Iowa, July 25, 1920, at the age of 47 years 8 months and 15 . days. He was the son of John and Mary Boyer. He was bereft of his mother when a child of but 5 years, the greatest loss that a child can experience.
In 1880 his father came West, settling in Falls City, Nebr., leaving Bert and his small brother in the care of their maternal grandparents   in   Illinois.    In 1884 the father remarried and the boys then came to the re-established home in Falls City, where our brother grew up to manhood. He graduated from the public schools of that place, and later was employed in his father's store, until 1893, when he moved to Pawnee City, Nebr., and on that same year was married to Miss Delia Dunn of Clarinda, Iowa.  To this union was born two children, Ralph, who died in infancy, and Ruby who with her mother remains to remember tenderly a loving father and a faithful husband.
For twenty-three years Bert Boyer. as his friends always called him, has heen engaged in the barber trade in this city. At the time of his death he was proprietor of the east side barber shop. He was a good workman and always put character in his work. He prided himself in conducting a high grade shop, which the community recognized. He was a square, manly man, and always honored and beloved by those with whom he associated, or were in his employ.
Our brother loved his home, and took great comfort in this home that he has just purchased. When not at his place of business he was at home. When a small boy of about 15 years he confessed his faith in the Master and joined the Christian church at Falls City, but after his marriage placed his letter with that of his wife in the Methodist Episcopal church at Clarinda, of which church he was an honored member at the time of his death."
The singers at the funeral were Mrs. J. G. Scroggs, Mrs. J. M. Williams, Carl Orr and Glen C. Turner. They sang "If on a Quiet Sea," "Come Ye Disconsolate," and "One Sweetly Solemn Thought."
The pall bearers were E. M. Bennett and Charles Hudson, employes of Mr. Boyer, J. Ren Leo, Guy O. Clary, Guy Orth and George A. Anderson.
As a token of respect to a deceased member of their trade, the barber shops of this city were closed for the hour while the funeral was being held.
There were many floral offerings. Interment was in the Clarinda city cemetery.
Relatives from out of town who attended the funeral were the father, John Boyer, of Pawnee City,. Nebr, brother, Dr. W. R. Boyer, and wife also   of   Pawnee   City,  Nebr.; aunt, Miss Sarah   Boyer,   Mr.   and Mrs Stein, and Mr. and Mrs. Allen Shaeffer and daughter, of Adel, Iowa; Mr and Mrs. G. W. Taylor, Mrs. Grace Fife and son Melvin,   Mrs. Wilbur Busby and Mrs. George Beckwith of Creston, Iowa; Mrs. N. F. Hopper of Maryville, Mo.; Mr. and Mrs. Charles Perry, Mr. and Mrs. Stillman Ade and daughter Nellie, of New Market, Iowa and Mr. and Mrs. Newton Brown and Mr. and Mrs. Ned Ray of Gravity Iowa. CLARINDA JOURNAL, Clarinda, Iowa, Jul 29, 1920

G. A. Boyer The funeral of G. A. Boyer, better known to his many friends as "Bert" Boyer, was held from the family residence, 112 E. State Street, Tuesday afternoon, conducted by the Methodist minister, Rev. J. M. Williams. Appropriate selections were rendered by a quartette composed of Mrs. Ona Scroggs, Mrs. J. M. Williams, Carl Orr and Glen Turner, the remains being laid to rest in Clarinda cemtery. The pall bearers were Guy Clary, J. Ren Lee, George Annan, J. M. Bennett and Charles Hudson.
Gilbert Allen Boyer passed to his reward Sunday afternoon, July 25th, at his home, from an affection of the stomach which has troubled him for some time. He was one of the best and best known, barbers in Clarinda, having for twenty three years been engaged in the barbering here, taking pride in conducting a high grade shop, and putting character into his work. He was a square, manly man, honored by those with whom he was associated, whether in society or business, and thinking much of his home.
Born Nov.. 10, 1872, he was the son of John and Mary Boyer. His mother died when he was a lad only five years of age. When the boy was eight years old, his father came west, settling in Falls City, Neb., leaving Bert and his younger brother in charge of the maternal grandparents in Illinois. The father remarried, bringing the boys to the re-established home in Falls City., Neb., where Bert grew to manhood. Graduating from the public schools of Falls City, and being employed in his father's store until 1893, when he was married to Miss Delia Dunn of Clarinda. Of their two children, the daughter, Miss Ruby Boyer, survives, to be the help and comfort to her mother. When but a boy, about fifteen years of age, our brother confessed his faith in the Master, joining the Christian Church at Falls City, and later transferred his membership to the Methodist Church in Clarinda, with that of his wife, being an honored member of this church at time of passing away.
Many and beautiful were the flowers at the funeral, silent tokens of the love and respect in which he was held by the community and relatives.
Those present at the funeral from out of town were his father, J. M. Boyer and brother Dr. W. R. Boyer from Pawnee, Neb., his aunt Mrs. Sarah Boyer and Mr. and Mrs. Stein and Mr. and Mrs. Allen Shaeffer from Adel, Mrs. N. F. Hoffer from Maryville, from Creston Mr. and Mrs. G. W. Taylor, Mrs. Grave Fife and son Melvin, Mrs. Wilbur Busby and Mrs. Geo Beckwith, from New Market Mr.and Mrs Charles Perry and Mr. and Mrs. Stillman Ade and baby daughter,    from Gravity Mr. and Mrs
Newton   Brown, and Mr and Mrs Ned Ray. CLARINDA HERALD, Clarinda, Iowa, Jul 29, 1920

Brooks, Chas. M. - Early Saturday morning Chas. M. Brooks, on his farm west of Braddyville,   took his life by shooting himself in the right temple, with a 22 cal. rifle.  The deed is believed to have been caused by a disordered mind, Mr. Brooks not having been well recently. He held 15 shares in the Farmers Savings Bank of Braddyville, which recently  closed its doors,  and this  may have caused him some worry, but was not sufficient reason for the act which his friends believe was due to ill health.
Mr Brooks was a man of means, owning his farm, valued at $100-1000, and was highly respected by the people of his community. Shortly after breakfast he went to the smoke house in the rear of the house and was found there later. The shot was not instantly fatal.
Funeral services were held at the farm residence Tuesday afternoon, at 1 o'clock, conducted by the Braddyville Methodist pastor, Rev. B. K. Bierer, the burial being in College Springs cemetery. CLARINDA HERALD, Clarinda, Iowa, Dec 23, 1920

Brooks, Thomas A. - The death of Thomas A. Brooks Thursday, January 20th, at his home on South 14th street, brings to a close the life history of one who has long been a prominent character in this community.
The funeral was held Sunday afternoon from the home conducted by Rev. J. M. Williams, interment being at the Clarinda cemetery. The pall bearers at the funeral were John Bagnall, Frank Pennington, Charles Miller, Charles Evans Leslie Finley and Harry Borland.
Born April 2, 1851, Thomas A. Brooks was thus 69 years, 9 months and 18 days old at the time of being taken away. In early life he came with his parents to the vicinity of Bedford, his father being a captain with the union forces ill the Civil War going from Taylor county.
In the early 70's, young Thomas came to Clarinda, his brother, Oscar, being located here conducting a hotel on the corner where the Brown block now stands on the east side of the square. From that day to this he has lived in the community, farming for short periods, but his steady job being that of city marshall in the City of Clarinda, in which capacity he has served at various periods for the past forty years.
He was married, March 1st,1882 to Miss Clara Kraut, who survives her husband as do five very fine daughters Mrs. S. H. Boyce and Miss Jessie Brooks of Cedar Rapids, Iowa, Miss Opha Brooks and Mrs. Ralph Tunnicliffe of Clarinda and Mrs. R. E. Long of Wheatland, Wyo. Two sisters also are living, Mrs. G. W. Howe of Omaha and Mrs. B. Arterburn of Parsons, Kans., both of whom were present at the funeral.
Deceased was a  member of the Modern Woodmen of America.
Clarinda will hardly seem the same town again with Marshall Brooks no longer acting as night marshall or employed on special days to help take care of the crowds. CLARINDA HERALD, Clarinda, Iowa, Jan 27, 1921

Thomas A. Brooks, for many years city marshal or nightwatch for the city of Clarinda, and during his residence here one of the best known men about town, a faithful guardian of the public's interests and who had many an experience with law breakers in his efforts to preserve peace and order, has passed to his etenal reward. The news of his death was communicated about town last Friday morning, the previous night having been his final one among the living here on earth. He had been in failing health for a long time. He will be greatly missed by very many of the people of Clarinda and vicinity, who owe to his memory a debt of gratitude for his many years of patient watchfulness in their behalf. His funeral was held at the family home, Sunday afternoon, at 1:30 o'clock, conducted by Rev. J. M. Williams, pastor of the Methodist Episcopal church, who read the following obituary:
"Thomas A. Brooks was born in Davis county, Iowa, April 2, 1851, and died at his home in Clarinda, Iowa, Jan. 21, 1921.   His age was 69 years 9 months and 19 days.   In early life he came to the vicinity of Bedford, Iowa, and later came to Clarinda, Iowa, and has lived either in town or in this community ever since.   He was numbered among the old settlers of this country and has seen Clarinda develop into the thriving little city that it is.   On March 1, 1882, he was united in marriage to Miss Clara Kraut of,Clarinda who with five daughters remain to mourn a kind husband and father.   The children are Mrs. S. H. Boyce of   Cedar Rapids, Iowa; Opha of Clarinda, Jessie of Cedar Rapids, Mrs. R. E. Long of Wheatland, Iowa, and Mrs. R. L. Tunicliffe of Clarinda.   Two sisters remain and are present at this service. They are Mrs. G. W. Howe of Omaha and Mrs. B. Arterburn   of Parsons, Kans.   Our brother was a member of the Modern Woodmen of America, and for a number of years served as city marshal Clarinda." CLARINDA JOURNAL, Clarinda, Iowa, Jan 27, 1921

Blanchard State Line Herald: Tom Brooks, for the last forty years marshal of Clarinda the greater part of the time, is dead at 68 years of age. Tom was a unique character, and the history of Clarinda would not be complete without mention of him. The Clarinda papers are telling anecdotes of him, but here is one that they have overlooked. Tom knew the walk of every resident of the town—could recognize a person by the sound of his steps as readily as he could by the sound of his voice. He could sit in a store room with his back to the window and tell who passed by just hearing their footsteps. It is easy to see what a great help that was to him as guardian of the public peace. CLARINDA JOURNAL, Clarinda, Iowa, Feb 10, 1921

Brown, Elesef Falk - Mrs. W. E. Brown
A very sad death occurred in Douglas township last   Saturday evening when Mrs. W. E. Brown passed away at her home north of Clarinda, after an illness of about fifty minutes.  She was taken ill with a severe pain in her head caused by the breaking of a blood vessel. Mrs. Brown's maiden name was Elesef Falk.  She was the daughter of Alfred Falk of Nebraska township. She was born April 9, 1883, and was therefore a little over 38 years of age. She was married when a young girl to W. E. Brown.   The husband   and three children, Beulah, Eldon and Eleanor, survive. The funeral is to be held this afternoon from the Methodist Episcopal church in this city conducted by Rev. J. M. Williams.   Burial will be in Essex.   A host of   friends   of Mrs. Brown and her   immediate relatives will deeply sympathize with them in their sorrow. CLARINDA JOURNAL, Clarinda, Iowa, Apr 21, 1921

It was a sad surprise to the many friends of Mrs. W. E. Brown Sunday morning to learn of her sudden illness and passing away the evening previous, at her farm home northwest of Clarinda, while engaged in her customary duties, taking care of a basket of eggs, she felt a pain in her head and called to her husband, who helped her to bed also calling a physician. An hour later she had passed away.
Funeral services are being held from the Methodist Church in Clarinda, this Thursday afternoon, the body being taken to Essex for interment in the family lot in the cemetery.
Besides the bereaved husband, three children remain, Beulah, Eldon, and Eleanore. She also leaves a father, Alfred Falk and wife, two brothers, Arthur and Leslie, and a sister Bernice,
Elesef Marie Falk was born April 9th, 1883, at Alpha, Henry County, Ill. Her mother passed away twenty six years ago. When a girl four years of age she came to Essex with her father, growing to young womanhood there. When 17 years of age the family moved to Nebraska Twp, the present residence of the Falks. On June 27, 1901, she was united in marriage to William E. Brown. Shortly after their marriage they moved to Ft. Collins, Colo., living there two years, when they returned to Page County.
At the age of fourteen she became a member of the Swedish Mission Church of Essex. After her marriage she joined the Methodist Church, first at Hawleyville, near their home, later affiliating with the Clarinda Methodist Church. Mrs. Brown will be greatly missed from the community. CLARINDA HERALD, Clarinda, Iowa, Apr 21, 1921

April 19-The entire neighborhood was saddened Sunday morning by hearing of the death of Mrs. W. E. Brown. She had been usually well, when suddenly she was siezed with a severe pain in her head, Saturday evening. She lost consciousness for a time, but gained it again and talked with her family and asked for her relatives to be sent for, but after about an hour's illness she passed away. Her sudden death came as a great shock to her family. They have the sympathy of the entire community. CLARINDA HERALD, Clarinda, Iowa, Apr 21, 1921

April18.—This community received a severe shock Sunday morning when the sad news came over the phones that Mrs. Will Brown had been snatched away by the cold hand of death during the night. She had eaten a hearty supper and felt well until about 9 o'clock she went to the pantry to arrange some eggs for the incubator and as she bent over her work she screamed and putting both hands to her head, she said that she had a terrible pain in her head. Loving hands soon had her in bed, doctors were summoned immediately but on account of the drifted condition of the roads they failed to get there and after an hour of intense suffering, she passed from this uncertain world to her home above. Apoplexy, or a bursted blood vessel in the head was thot to have cansed her death. She leaves to mourn her loss her bereaved husband, three children, Beulah, Eldon and Eleanor, her father, Mr. Alfred Falk, two bros Leslie and Arthur. Funeral arrangements have not fully been decided upon account of the bad roads. Interment is expected to be made at Essex. CLARINDA HERALD, Clarinda, Iowa, Apr 21, 1921

Brown, Laurie Ann Lutz - The funeral of Mrs. Charles Brown, who passed away at her home in this city Tuesday night, will be held at the Methodist Episcopal church in this city Friday afternoon at 3 o'clock. CLARINDA JOURNAL, Clarinda, Iowa, Apr 8, 1920

Laurie Ann Lutz, daughter of Elizabeth Independence Miller and William Kyle Lutz, was born June 27, 1866 in Libertyville, Iowa and died at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Roy Morledge, in Clarinda, April 6, 1920, at the age of 53 years, 9 mo. and 9 days. She was the oldest of 15 children.
The funeral was held Friday afternoon at the Methodist church, conducted by Rev. J. M. Williams. Interment was in Clarinda cemetery.
Deceased is survived by her husband, one daughter, Mrs. Roy Morledge, and two sons, Dr. Max Everet Brown of Red Oak, and Gordon G. who is a student at Iowa City, and eleven brothers and sisters, and four grandchildren. PAGE COUNTY DEMOCRAT, Clarinda, Iowa, Apr 15, 1920

The funeral of Mrs. Charles E. Brown, who passed away at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Roy E. Morledge, in this city Tuesday evening, April 6, 1920, was held at the Methodist Episcopal church Friday afternoon at 3 o'clock. The services were conducted by the Rev. J. M. Williams. Mrs. J. G. Scroggs and Mrs. Myrtle B. Nies sang hymns. Six brothers of Mrs. Brown were the pallbearers. They were Peter Lutz, Reuben Lutz, Fred Lutz, John Lutz, Charles Lutz and Jesse Lutz. Interment was in Clarinda cemetery. The following is the obituary read at the funeral:
"Laurie Ann Lutz, daughter of Elizabeth Independence Miller and William Kyle Lutz, was born June 27, 1866, in Libertyville, la., and died at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Roy Morledge, in Clarinda, Iowa, April 6, 1920, at the age of 53 years 9 months and 9 days. She was the oldest of a family of fifteen children, eleven of whom, Weldy, Nick, Peter, Reuben, Fred, Mrs. Harry Carter, Mrs. Harmon Moss, all of Eldon. Iowa, John and Charles of Trenton. Mo., Jesse of Des Moines and Mrs. Fred Cook of Rock Island, Ill., survive her and are in attendance at her funeral. Owing to advanced years, the aged father now residing in Eldon, Iowa, is unable to be present. The mother, two sisters and one brother have preceded her to the Great Beyond. On Oct. 19, 1887, she was married to Charles E. Brown at Batavia, Iowa. To this union were born five children, Carl E., who died Dec. 23, 1912; Dr. Max Everett, of Red Oak; Bernice Beulah, wife of Roy Morledge; Helen, who died in infancy Dec. 15, 1896, and Gordon G. who is a student in the dental department of the state university at Iowa City. Besides those mentioned, she is survived by her husband who was her constant companion for almost thirty-three years. She also leaves four grandchildren, of tender years, of whom she was very proud. Mrs. Brown was a consistent Christian woman, a member of the Methodist Episcopal church at Clarinda, Iowa. Owing to the fact that she was in poor health for many years, she was not a regular attendant but she lived up to the teachings of her church in her home and with her family."
Those present at the funeral from out of town were: Mr. and Mrs. Nick Lutz, Mr. and Mrs. Peter Lutz, Weldy Lutz, Reuben Lutz, Fred Lutz, Mrs. Harry Carter, Mrs. Harmon Moss, all of Eldon; Mr. and Mrs. John Lutz, Mr. and Mrs. Charles Lutz of Trenton, Mo.; Mr. and Mrs. Phil Schoir of Ottumwa; Mrs. Fred Cook of Rock Island, Ill.; Jesse B. Lutz of Des Moines; Mr. and Mrs. Will Brown of Creston; Mrs.
Frank McMahan and two children and Mrs. Doris Rainer of Villisca; Dr. and Mrs. Max Brown of Red Oak, and Gordon Brown who is attending the university at Iowa City. CLARINDA JOURNAL, Clarinda, Iowa, Apr 15, 1920

Mrs. Charles E. Brown - Laurie Ann Lutz, daughter of Elizabeth Independence Miller and William Kyle Lutz, was born June 7, 1866, in Libertyville, Iowa, and died at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Roy Morledge, in Clarinda, la., April 6, 1920, at the age of 53 years, 9 months and 9 days. She was the oldest of a family of 15 children, 11 of whom, Weldy, Nick, Peter, Reuben, Fred, Mrs. Harry Carter, Mrs. Harmon Moss, all of Eldon, Iowa, John and Charles of Trenton, Mo., Jesse of Des Moines and Mrs. Fred Cook of Rock Island, Ill., survive her and were in attendance at her funeral. Owing to advanced years, the aged father now residing at Eldon, Iowa, was unable to be present. The mother, two sisters and one brother have preceded her to the Great Beyond.
On October 19, 1887 she was married to Charles E. Brown at Batavia Iowa. To this union were born five 1 children; Carl E., who died December 23, 1912; Dr. Max Everett, of Red Oak; Bernice Beulah, wife of Roy Morledge; Helen, who died in infancy, December 15, 1896, and Gordon G., who is a student in the dental department of the State University at Iowa City.
Besides those mentioned, she in survived by her husband who was her constant companion for almost 33 years. She also leaves four grand children, of tender years, of whom she was very proud.
Mrs. Brown was a consistent Christian woman, a member of the Methodist Episcopal church at Clarinda. Owing to the fact that she was in poor health for many years, she was not a regular attendant but she lived up to the teachings of her church in her home and with her family.
The funeral was held Friday afternoon at the Methodist church, conducted by Rev. J. M. Williams, interment in Clarinda cemetery.
Those from out of town who attended were: Mr. and Mrs. Nick Lutz, Mr. and Mrs. Peter Lutz, Weldy Lutz, Reuben Lutz, Fred Lutz, Mrs. Harry Carter, Mrs. Harmon Moss, of Eldon, Iowa; Mr. and Mrs. Charles Lutz. and Mr. and Mrs. John Lutz of Trenton, Mo.; Mr. and Mrs. Phil Schorr of Ottumwa, Mrs. Fred Cook of Rock Island, Ill., Jessie B. Lutz of Des Moines, Mr. and Mrs. Will Brown of Creston, Mrs. Frank McMann and Mrs. Doris Rainer of Villisca, and Dr. and Mrs. Max E. Brown of Red Oak.
CLARINDA HERALD, Clarinda, Iowa, Apr 15, 1920         

Brown, Susan
SHENANDOAH GIRL IS KILLED.
Susan Brown Is Victim of Automobile Accident—Car Turns Over.
Shenandoah Sentinel-Post, Aug. 13: While driving home from the Malvern fair at 11:30 o'clock last night, Sam Whitehill lost control of his Ford car and the machine turned over, killing Miss Susan Brown, 19-year-old daughter of Mrs. Etta Brown and injuring the other occupants of the car.
The accident occured four miles northwest of Shenandoah on the O. K. road near the Lowell Teachout farm.
Miss Bess White, Miss Mabel Putnam and Miss Ethel Sweigart, all Field Seed House employes, were also in the car with Miss Brown and Mr. Whitehill.
Miss Sweigart suffered a broken collar bone and several bad bruises. She was removed to the Hand hospital this morning.
The other occupants of the car were bruised and are very nervous but it is thought they will get along all right.
It is suposed the deep ruts and heavy dust is responsible for the accident. When Mr. Whitehill started, to turn the machine back in the road after hitting a rut, the car turned over. He immediately went to the Teachout home and telephoned for medical aid. Mr. Teachout brought the unfortunate young people to town.
Miss Brown's body was taken to the home of her sister, Mrs. Ed Hipsley, 204 South Avenue. The body was removed to Buntz & Chapman undertaking parlors early this morning. In all probability Miss Brown was killed instantly, as she suffered concussion of the brain. She was riding in the front seat with Mr. Whitehill.
Funeral services will be held at 2:30 o'clock Sunday afternoon at the Methodist church conducted by Rev. A S. Woodard.
Miss Brown was graduated from the Shenandoah high school in 1918 and last year attended the Nebraska state normal at Peru, Nebr. She had been employed at the Field Seed House this summer. Besides her mother, Mrs. Etta Brown she leaves three sisters, Miss Bertha Brown, Mrs. Hal Stenger, Mrs. Ed Hipsley and one brother, George Brown, who is employed at the Jay drug store.
The Brown family broke up house­keeping on Monroe street last fall, and since then Mrs. Brown and the family have been making their home with the Hal Stenger family. They had planned to continue housekeeping a little later. Miss Susan was the youngest member of the family. She was nineteen years old last February. Her sister, Miss Bertha is also employed at the Seed House.
The father of Miss Brown, auto victim, died eleven years ago. Miss Brown was a member of the Methodist church.
It was just three weeks ago yesterday that Merrill Simpson of Shenandoah was killed in a similar auto accident. CLARINDA JOURNAL, Clarinda, Iowa, Aug 19, 1920

Brubaker Lute, Mrs - Mrs. Lute M. Brubaker, a Shenandoah lady, matron of the State Juvenile Home at Toledo, Iowa, died Thursday night, July 14, at Toledo. Her remains were conveyed to Shenandoah for the funeral and burial. She was reared in Bedford and afterward lived at Essex. The latter named place was her home at the time she was married to Bud Brubaker in Clarinda. Mr. Brubaker died fourteen years ago. Mrs. Brubaker was 58 years ofage. A. E. Kepford, head of the institution of which Mrs. Brubaker was matron, telegraphed State Senator H. I. Foskett, at Shenandoah, of her death, and added great loss to our institution. CLARINDA JOURNAL, Clarinda, Iowa, Jul 21, 1921

Buckingham, J.E. - Mrs E.E. IlgenFritz received a telegram this morning stating that her brother-in-law, J.E. Buckingham, of York, Pa., had died very suddenly last evening of dropsy of the heart. CLARINDA HERALD, Clarinda, Iowa Mar 4, 1902

Buckner, A.B. - REV. A. B. BUCKNER KILLED IN INDIANA
The College Springs Current Press last week carried the story of the death of Rev. A. B. Bucker, who was formerly pastor of the Methodist Church at College Springs.
Rev. Buckner was killed by a train at La Porte, Ind., where he had charge of the Federated church. According to the story, Rev. Buckner was crossing the track when he was struck by the engine of a freight train as he was on his way to his evening services. His absence at the church and home became noticed two hours later, and when search was made, the mangled body was found at the crossing, death being instantaneous.
The freight train was said to have been running without lights and this, with the weak eyes that he was troubled with, were given as the cause of the accident. The remains were buried at Indianapolis. CLARINDA HERALD, Clarinda, Iowa, Dec 30, 1920

Burchard, James - COLLEGE SPRINGS YOUNG MAN INSTANTLY KILLED
Car Turned Turtle in Going Home from Church Sunday Night Brother Unhurt
James, the eldest son of Mr. and Mrs. Dwight Burchard, living a mile and a half north of College Springs was instantly killed Sunday night, when the Dodge car in which he was riding home in company with his brother Warren, turned turtle. What caused the accident will perhaps never be known but when found the car was across the road lengthwise with both front wheels broken and the body of James about ten feet away with his skull crushed. Warren escaped with only scratches.
The dead boy was about nineteen years of age, and a graduate of the College Springs high school, class of 1949. He had been elected a delegate to the Christian Endeavor conference at Tarkio, at the endeavor meeting Sunday evening. The funeral was held Monday afternoon from the residence Monday afternoon conductedby Rev. Calhoun. PAGE COUNTY DEMOCRAT, Clarinda, Iowa, Aug 19, 1920

Burgess, Carter A. - Carter A. Burgess, whose home was at Kellerton, died at the Clarinda State Hospital, Friday, Dec. 24, 1920. A short service was held at the grave in the Clarinda cemetery, Monday, conducted by Rev. R. C. Snodgrass. His wife was buried here about thirty years ago, and his parents are also buried in the Clarinda cemetery. Mr. Burgess' son-in-law and daughter, Mr. and Mrs. R. L. Farme, of Kellerton, were here at the time of the burial of Mr. Burgess, and also his sister, Mrs. Harry Scott, of Lamoni. Mr. Burgess was a member of the M. W. A. of Kellerton. Several of the lodge here accompanied the remains to the cemetery. CLARINDA JOURNAL, Clarinda, Iowa, Dec 30, 1920