Allen, Rush R. –

Rush R. Allen died by his own hand at his home in Creston, on Friday evening about 10:30. Mr. Allen laid on the floor in the kitchen and turned on the gas. He was found when his wife and daughters returned home from a

neighboring call.

Mr. Allen was a son of the late Mrs. J. West Jones, of this city. He was well known throughout this section. For the past two years he has been in failing health and despondency over this fact was doubtless the cause of his

suicide.

He leaves a wife and three grown daughters.

Funeral services were held at the home on Monday afternoon at 5 o'clock, conducted by Rev. C. W.  Graham, pastor of the Methodist church.

Lenox Time Table, Lenox, Iowa Thursday January 12, 1928

Ambrose, Anna -

Mrs. Anna Ambrose died at her home in Creston, Friday afternoon at the age of 74 years, 6 months and 20 days. Mrs. Ambrose for many years lived about  four miles west of Lenox. The family movd to Creston about eight years ago. Mr Ambrose died three years ago. Two sons, Clarence and Elmer, survive.

The funeral was held at the M.E. church at one o’clock, conducted by Rev. Graham.

Lenox Time Table, Lenox, Iowa Thursday March 22, 1928

Beck, Maria Barbara Beck Graezinger -

Mrs. Maria Barbara Beck, died at her home in this city Tuesday March 13.  Mrs. Beck was 73 years of age at the time of her death.  Funeral services will be held this Thursday afternoon at 2:30 at the Presbyterian church conducted by Rev. Arthur Mortenson.  Interment will be held in the Lenox cemetery.

An obituary was not in time for this issue, but will appear next week.

Lenox Time Table, Lenox, Iowa Thursday March 15, 1928

Beck, Maria Barbara Beck Graezinger -

Maria Barbara Beck, daughter of Maria Katharine and George Beck, was born in Dittening, Wurstenburg, Germany, December 22, 1854, and departed this life March 13, 1928 at the home of her daughter, Mrs.Walter La Master, near Kent, at the age of 73 years, , 2 months and 21 days.

In 1881 she came to America, making her home with relatives near Lenox, later going to Galena, Ill. where in 1883 she was united in marriage to John Graezinger.  To this union were born three children, the two sons dying in infancy.

In 1892 she was married to Geo. Beck, of Lenox, and to this union were born three daughters. 

She was confirmed in the Lutheran faith at the age of 14 years, in Dittening, and sometime after coming to America united with the Presbyterian church at this place. Although she could understand very little of the English sermons, she was a consistent church member until ill health prevented her regular attendance. Her steadfast faith is shown in the fact that she spent many hours

when alone, reading her Bible and singing from her old German hymnal.

She leaves to mourn her passing, her four daughters, Mrs. Mary Brandt, of West Liberty; Mrs. Klarah LeMasters, of Kent; Ellanora Beck, of Chicago, and Mrs. Alice Hancock, of Calmar, Iowa. Also four grandchildren, Helen Martha and Hermina Brandt, and John Hancock; and two sisters and one brother, Mrs. Ursula Strasser, of Germany; Mrs. Katharine Wurster and Phylis Beck, of Lenox; beside many friends and relatives.

She will always be remembered by her children as an exemplary mother, always loving, patient and kind, and by her friends and her neighbors as a generous and kind neighbor.

Church services were held at the Presbyterian church with Rev. Mortenson in charge. Interment took place at the Lenox cemetery,

Lenox Time Table, Lenox, Iowa Thursday March 22, 1928

Carney, Mrs. Claude E. -

Mrs. Claude E. Carney, a well known and most highly respected Creston woman, was killed on Monday afternoon when a small gauge shotgun held by Mr. Carney, was accidently discharged as he was cleaning the weapon. The

full charge entered Mrs .Carney's head. No inquest was held. Mrs. Carney is survived by her husband and three children, Clifton Carney, of Bedford; Percy, of Nevada, and Kenneth, of Creston. Mrs. Carney, who was an active lodge member, and was well known in this vicinity.

Lenox Time Table, Lenox, Iowa Thursday January 19, 1928

Cochran, Homer -

Homer Cochran, living ½ mile east of Calvary church, committed suicide by hanging, at his home on Tuesday morning. 

Mr. Cochran went to the barn as usual to attend to his chores, while his wife prepared the morning meal.  When he did not return for breakfast, Mrs. Cochran went to the barn to see what was detaining him.  As she stepped into the barn she almost bumped into the hanging body.  He was dead when found.  The filled milk bucket and the lighted lantern were near by.

Mr. Cochran had been greatly worried over financial troubles and the threatened loss of his farm.  It was evidently the brooding over this that caused his rash act.  He was a man highly respected in his neighborhood.  He leaves his wife, and one child, a little girl of eleven years to mourn his loss.

Lenox Time Table, Lenox, Iowa, Thursday December 15, 1927

Eckler, Charlotte Wilcox -

Another of the older citizens of this city, Mrs. Charlotte Eckler, died at her home in this city on Sunday evening. Mrs. Eckler was a good woman, a real neighbor and her friends were many. She has lived a life of usefulness and sacrifices and the will be greatly missed by her family and friends.

Charlotte Wilcox, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. B.M. Wilcox, was born in Wisconsin September 13, 1853 and departed this life, January 29 at her home in Lenox, at the age of 74 years, 4 months and 16 days.

She moved from the place of her birth to Illinois and then to Iowa, in which state she was married to W. A. Eckler, March 26, 1871. To this union were born four children. Mr. Eckler preceded his wife in death January 14, 1919, and one son, Rolland M., preceded his mother in death, March 23, 1924.

Mrs. Eckler is survived by three children, Chas. Eckler, Walter Eckler, and Flora Donaldson, of  Lenox; one brother, W. R. Wilcox of Bostwick, Nebr., who, with her grandchildren and friends, deeply mourn her loss. .

Funeral services we're held at the Church of Christ Tuesday, January 31, at 2:30 p. m., conducted by Rev. E. C. Miller. Interment was made in the Lenox cemetery.

Lenox Time Table, Lenox, Iowa Thursday February 2, 1928

Fees, A. W. –

The body of Dr. A. W. Fees, who many years ago was a homeopathic doctor in Lenox, was brought here for burial Wednesday. Dr. Fees died at his home in Fremont, Neb.  Short services were held by Rev. Mortenson and he was laid to rest beside his child, who died while the family resided here. Further

particulars were unobtainable before going to press.

Lenox Time Table, Lenox, Iowa Thursday March 8, 1928

Fees, A. W. -

Dr. A. W. Fees was born at Mt. Etna, Iowa, September 19, 1881, and died at a Lincoln sanitarium last Friday evening, after an illness of eleven weeks duration. He received his primary education in the public schools at his home,

after which he attended the state university of Iowa, where he received the degree of doctor of medicine in 1887. He was married to Harriet Ruey Black at Mt. Etna in 1882 and after the husband was graduated from the medical school they moved to Lenox, Iowa, where he practiced for nineteen years.

The deceased later received a degree in both law and electrical engineering and held a certificate to practice law in any court in the United States. In 1906 the family moved to Fremont, where the husband took up his profession and later became head of a hospital in that city. For the past nineteen years he has been engaged in the practice of medicine in this city and enjoyed good health up until several months ago, when he was confined to his bed. He was taken

to Lincoln for treatment on last Thursday morning and died the day following.

He was perhaps one of the most widely read citizens of this community and held the reputation of being highly proficient at his chosen profession.

He leaves to mourn his loss beside his bereaved wife, one son Don C. Fees, of Washington, D.C.; three daughters, Mrs C W Weyer, of Tacoma, Wash.; Mrs

Melvin E. Green, of Gordon, Neb and Mrs. Velma Fees Gollehon of this city. One daughter died in infancy.

A short funeral service was held from the family home yesterday morning, after which the body was taken.to Lenox, Iowa for burial.

Blair Tribune.

Lenox Time Table, Lenox, Iowa Thursday March 29, 1928

Gold, George W. –

George Gold died at the home of his son, P. J. Gold, east of Conway, on December 31, following a stroke of paralysis. The funeral was held at the Methodist church in Conway on Monday, January 2. Interment was made in the Lenox cemetery.

Lenox Time Table, Lenox, Iowa Thursday January 5, 1928

Gold, George W. -

Geo. W. Gold, son of James and Katherine Gold was born in Franklin county, Indiana Aug. 25, 1848 and departed this life December 31, 1927 at the age of 78 years, 3 months and 6 days.

He grew to manhood in the state of Indiana and was married to Margaret Howlett in 1867; she preceded him in death.  To this union were born five children:  Mrs. John Shimer, of Lenox; Mrs. Clint Reddinger, Dayton, Ohio; Mrs. Nate Logan and Mrs. Jake Roudybush, both of Cheyenne, Wyo.; and Alden, who preceded Mrs. Gold in death some few years ago.

He was married to Winnie Jane Shiner in 1882, who passed to the Great Beyond two years ago.  To this union were born four children:  Pink J. of Conway; Cleo C. and Glen L. of Bedford; and Snowie who died when a child.  

Also and adopted daughter, Aldernia.

Mr. Gold was a member of the Christian church and lived a good, clean honest life.  He had been in poor health for about three years, and it was while visiting with his son, Pink, that he was taken suddenly ill and from which he never recovered.  The end came but a few hours later.  He was a kind and loving husband and father, always working for the welfare of his loved ones.

He leaves to mourn his going, besides his immediate family one sister and three brothers besides a host of relatives and friends.

Funeral services were held from the Conway M. E. church, conducted by Rev. Roy B. Weeklend of the Clearfield Christian church, Monday January 2, at 1:00 o’clock.  Interment was made in the Lenox cemetery.

Lenox Time Table, Lenox, Iowa Thursday January 12, 1928

Hood, William –

William Hood was born in Louisa county, Iowa, May 26, 1849, and departed this life at his home in Loveland, Colo., March 6, 1928, at the age of 78 years, 9 months and 10 days. He came to Adams county with his mother in 1873.

He was united in marriage to Adeline David in 1879. To this union were born three children. His wife preceded him to the great beyond January 11, 1918, and his son, Wesley D., died November 13, 1920.

He united with the Masonic fraternity in 1874. He and his wife united with the Presbyterian church of Lenox in 1886, of which he was still a member in good

standing at the time of his death. He was the last surviving member who helped in the final construction of the original community church at String-town.

He is survived by his daughter, Mrs. Nettie V. Gates, of Loveland, Colo., and his son, George W., of Lenox; beside fourteen grandchildren, and an only brother of a family of fourteen children, at Linden, Kansas, who could not be present owing to a critical illness.

Funeral services were held at the Presbyterian church by the pastor, Rev. Arthur Mortenson who was assisted by Rev. Evan R. Stroud, of the Methodist church. Interment took place at the Stringtown cemetery, with the Masonic fraternity in charge.

Lenox Time Table, Lenox, Iowa Thursday March 15, 1928

Johnston, J. W. -

Friends received notice last week of the death of Rev J. W. Johnston, who was the first pastor of the United Presbyterian church of this city, at his home in Monmouth Ill.

He had been in failing health some time, although the end came  suddenly.  Rev. Johnston served the local church from November 11, 1878 to March 28, 1885 and will be remembered by the older citizens. His last pastorate was at Pratt Creek, Iowa. After release from this pastorate the family lived some years at Morning Sun, later moving to Monmouth, that they might educate the son, Neil.

Mr. Johnston is survived by his widow and one son.

Lenox Time Table, Lenox, Iowa Thursday March 15, 1928

Kinser, Mildred Margaret -

A death which brought sorrow to the hearts of all who knew her occurred in Des Moines Friday when Mildred Kinser passed away following two days sickness of pneumonia. Mildred worked all day Wednesday and died Friday

night.

Mildred Margaret Kinser, the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Merida Kinser, was born at Mt. Ayr, on March 7, 1910, and departed this life at her home in Des Moines on March 3, 1928, aged 17 years, 11 months and 26 days.

At the age of 12 she became a member of the Mondamin Ave. Church of Christ, Des Moines. As an active worker in the church she was serving in the capacity of Sunday School secretary and also secretary of the Triagle club of the church at the time of her death. Miss Kinser was a graduate of North High at Des Moines and until her death was an employee of the Bankers Life Co., of that city.

She is survived by her parents, Mr and Mrs. Merida Kinser; one brother, Cecil, and one sister. Helen, all of Des Moines.

The body was brought to Lenox, and after a short service here, conducted by Rev. E. C. Miller, she was laid to rest in the Lenox cemetery.

Lenox Time Table, Lenox, Iowa Thursday March 8, 1928

Murch, Frank B. -

Word has been received of the death of Rev. Frank B. Murch, on Saturday, January 14, at his home in Cedar Rapids.  Rev. Murch was at one time

pastor of the United Presbyterian church of this city and will be remembered

by many. His last active work was at Cedar Rapids, but on account of failing health, he has not been doing active work for the past five years.

He is survived by his wife, one daughter and three sons. Funeral services were conducted by Rev. W. Greer McCrory, formerly of this city, but now of Cedar Rapids, assisted by Rev. J. W, McMains and Rev. Korteling, after which the body was taken to Mount Perry, Ohio for burial.

Lenox Time Table, Lenox, Iowa Thursday February 2, 1928

Newburn, Mrs. James (Shepherd)

Mrs. James L. Newburn, daughter of William and Nancy Shepherd, was born in the state of Indiana, April 27, 1847, and departed this life while residing in the home of her daughter, Mrs. John Estel of Lenox, Iowa, January 8, 1928, age 80 years 8 months and 11 days.

She was married in the state of Illinois December 25, 1866, to James L. Newburn.  Mr. Newburn preceded her in death in November, 1901.  To their union were born 11 children, 7 sons and 4 daughters.  One daughter, Ollie, died at the age of one month, and one son, Ora, preceded his mother in death about 35 years ago.

Mrs. Newburn held membership in the Clearfield Church of Christ.

She is survived by the following children, George Newburn, Flora Kilgore, Clara Estel, Lewis Newburn, Frank Newburn, Clyde Newburn, Charles Newburn, and Mrs. Ellen Sprouse, Ellendale, N.D.

Lenox Time Table, Lenox, Iowa Thursday January 12, 1928

Noonan, John T. –

The Rt. Rev. John T. Noonan, vicar general of the Des Moines diocese of the Catholic church and pastor of the St. Augustin's church of that city, died Sunday with complications following influenza.

His death was deeply mourned throughout Catholic circles and also by many outside the Catholic faith for his deep interest in secular affairs and his activities in civic work wherever he has been located brought him many close

friends.

His pastorate here in Lenox was his first parish but even in that early part of his work the same broadmindedness characterized his work then as it did in the later days of his life.

Funeral services were held in Des Moines Wednesday. The Most Rev. J. J. Keane, archbishop of Dubuque officiated. Six priests and six members of the laity were pall bearers. Burial was made in Glendale Catholic cemetery.

Monsignor Noonan was born in Creston, November 6, 1876. He was educated in the Benedictine seminary at Atchison, Kansas, and the Sulpician seminary at Baltimore.  When he finished his studies for the priesthood, he still was too young for ordination and he taught for a year at St. Ambrose college in Davenport. Finally he was granted a dispensation by the pope and received his holy orders nearly a year before he attained the required age.

Father Noonan's first parish was at Lenox. He then went to his old home, Creston, and established a new parish, and a few years later was brought to Des Moines by Bishop Austin Dowling, now archbishop of St. Paul. He rejuvenated the parish of St, Anthony's and was assigned to St, Augustin's in 1920.

At St. Augustin's, Father Noonan built a church that is regarded as one of the finest of its type in the country. He erected a $60,000 school building, a home for the Dominican sisters and was about to build a $40,000 pastorate

residence.

He has been a member of the bishop's council during most of his residence in Des Moines, was a member of the board of trustees of Des Moines Catholic college and was a former state chaplain of the Knights of Columbus. He became vicar general, with rank and authority second only to the bishop October, 1926, following the death of Monsignor Flavia.

Lenox Time Table, Lenox, Iowa March 1, 1928

Norris, Sarah L. Smith –

Sarah L. Smith, daughter of Seth and Mary Smith, was born December 16, 1849, in Knox County, Illinois, where she grew to womanhood.  She later moved with her parents to a farm near Lenox.  She was united in marriage on November 20, 1874 to William V. Norris.  To this union, one child, Leona Bell was born.  Her early married life was spent in the southern part of Iowa near Lenox.  The past 17 years of her life was spent in Oelwein, where she passed away after a brief illness of cerebral hemorrage, on February 10, 1928 at the age of 78 years, 1 month and 25 days. 

Mrs. Norris was a devoted wife and mother, always pleased with whatever good came to her loved ones and often expressed the wish that God would take her before her husband.

She leaves to mourn her death her loving and devoted husband, William V. Norris, who was not able to accompany the remains to Lenox on account of ill health, one daughter and a son, Mr. and Mrs. J B. Henderson, of Oelwein;

one sister, Mrs. Lavina George, of Kolin, Mont.; and two brothers W H. Smith, of Galesburg, Ill. and S. L. Smith, of Los Angeles. also numerous nieces and

nephews.

Funeral services were held at the home of a niece, Miss Nellie Masters, on Sunday, at 2:30 p m conducted by Rev. Evan R. Stroud, of the M. E. church, and burial was made in the Lenox Fairview cemetery.

Those attending the funeral from out of town were: Mr and Mrs. W. H. Smith, of Galesburg, ill.; Mrs. Leona Wallace, Mrs Mary Davis and Mrs. Lizzie Fleming of Gravity; Mrs. Mary Denser and  Clyde Ouderkirk of Sharpsburg, and Mr. and Mrs. J. B. Henderson of Oelwein.

Lenox Time Table, Lenox, Iowa Thursday February 16, 1928

Rogers, Samuel John -

Although S. J. Rogers has been in failing health for the past fifteen months, friends were surprised to hear of his death, which occurred suddenly at his home in this city about eleven o'clock Tuesday night.

Mr. Rogers had been down to vote on Monday but was taken worse about noon Tuesday. He is survived by his wife, two sons and two daughters. The family has lived in Lenox since 1906. Funeral arrangements have not been completed at this writing, awaiting word from distant relatives. ,A complete obituary will appear next week.

Lenox Time Table, Lenox, Iowa Thursday March 29, 1928

Rogers, Samuel John –

Samuel John Rogers, son of William and Elizabeth Rogers, was born in Liscard, Corkwell, England December 25, 1865 and departed this life March 27, 1928 at Lenox, Iowa at the age of 62 years, 3 months and 2 days.  He had been in failing health for about eleven months and last year took a trip to Colorado hoping to be benifited.  Deciding to make that his home for a few years, he came back here to attend to his affairs, planning to go back again just as soon as weather permitted this spring.  He became worse about noon Tuesday and passed away about 11 o’clock that night.

At the age of 12 years he came to America with his parents, making his home in and near Chicago for several years. 

In 1891 he married Clara May Locke, of Malta, Ill., and he brought his bride to his farm home northeast of Lenox, where they resided until 1906, when they moved to Lenox, living here until his death.

He leaves to mourn his departure, his wife and four children, one daughter having died in infancy.  The children are Albert Rogers, Mrs. Jennie Hays, Mrs. Rose Bolte and Harry Rogers, all of Lenox. Four grandchildren and a brother,

James, of Cromwell; two sisters, Mrs. Catherine Wenmoth, of Malta Ill., and Mrs. Bessie Acker, of West Brooklyn, Ill., beside many other relatives, also survive him.

Mr. Rogers was a loving father to his children, who will always remember his kindness and his willingness to lend a helping hand whenever needed. He had a host of friends who will miss his happy smile and cheerfulness as he always had a pleasant word for every one.

Funeral services were held at the Presbyterian church, with Rev. Mortenson in charge.   Interment took place in the Fairview cemetery.

Lenox Time Table, Lenox, Iowa Thursday April 5, 1928

Scroggs, Jane Doney -

Mrs Jane Scroggs died at her home in this city on December 9, after an illness of several weeks, at the age 74 years, 7 months and 24 days.  With her death Lenox lost a woman who for over fifty years has been identified with all the worthwhile movements of the town.  Coming here as a young doctor’s bride, she had every opportunity to form a wide acquaintance, and, although extremely quiet and dignified of manner, she leaves a host of warm friends. She remained usually active up until the time of her last illness, with the exception of severe heart spells with which she battled the last few years of her life.  She retained her membership as an active member of the M.F.C. and greatly enjoyed her club work as she did her Eastern Star work.  She was a charter member of the Eastern Star.  For fifty-two years she was a faithful worker in the church.  She was a charter member of the foreign missionary society and acted as president for eight years.  Mrs. Scroggs was also a member of the Victory Sabbath school class and a dependable worker in the

Ladies' Aid society. Her church was always first. She was quiet, unassuming and dignified in her manner and devoted herself unselfishly to the needs of her family, church and community.

Her last illness was somewhat protracted, but she was patient and resigned.

Jane Doney was born in Newcastle, Penn., on March 15, 1853. Her parents were Elizabeth and William Doney. Her mother passed away when she was one  year old, leaving her and an older sister, Elizabeth.  At the age of three years, the two children were left orphans, the father being killed in a coal mine.  The sisters were separated, the mother’s brother taking little Jane to Quincy, Ill., where she grew to womanhood.  While visiting in Colchester she met a young doctor whose friendship was soon ripened into love.  Shortly after this meeting the doctor located in Lenox and began the practice of medicine.  This was in September 1873.  In a pocket record kept by the doctor, he wrote “began boarding at Berry’s Sept. 30, 1875. 

In October he went back to Illinois and on the 26^th of October, he and Jane Doney were married at Palmyra, Mo.  Mrs. Scrogg’s aunt was very ill at this time, so Mrs. Scroggs stayed at her bedside until she passed away.  Then, on December 30, 1875 she came to Lenox where she resided until her death, which occurred at 20 minutes of 12 o’clock on Friday night, December 9, 1927, her husband’s birthday.

Five children were born to Dr. and Mrs. Scroggs: Margaret Graff, of Des Moines; Helen Elizabeth Huning, of Albuquerque, N. M.; Fannie Martin, of Pamona, Cal.; William Paxton Scroggs, of Portland, Oregon, and James Gilbreathe Scroggs, of Clarinda. There are six grand-daughters, Margaretta Payne, Eunice Jane and Gertrude Martin; Ernestine and Jane Scroggs Huning and Mary Barbara Graff; two grandsons, James and Leroy Scroggs, and one great grandchild, Janice Louann Payne.

The funeral was held at the home Monday afternoon at 3:00 o'clock and she was buried in the Lenox cemetery at the side of her husband. Rev. E. R. Stroud had charge of the services.

Lenox Time Table, Lenox, Iowa Thursday December 15, 1927

Smith, Etta James –

Mrs. Etta Smith, wife of A. F. Smith, of this city, suffered a stroke of paralysis on Friday night and died Saturday morning. Mrs. Smith had not been well for

some time but her death was unexpected.

Mrs. Etta E. Smith was born in Warren county, Iowa, February 4, 1884, and died February 6, 1928, at her home in Lenox, at the age of 44 years and 2 days.

She was married June 3, 1903, to A. F. Smith, and to this union were born three sons, Floyd, Harold and Orville J., all of whom survive her. Beside her husband and sons she leaves to mourn her loss one sister, Mrs. Fred Berg, of

Des Moines, and two brothers, George E. and Roy James, of Lenox, besides many relatives and friends.

Mrs. Smith was ever loving and thoughtful of those about.

Funeral services were held Wednesday afternoon at the Christian church, conducted by Rev. E. R. Stroud, of the Methodist church.  Interment was made in the Lenox cemetery.

Lenox Time Table, Lenox, Iowa Thursday February 9, 1928

Steinkamp, Ray W. -

Ray W. Steinkamp was born in Lenox, December 29, 1905, and died in Oklahoma City on January 20, 1928.

He is survived by his wife, Margaret, of Oklahoma City, five sisters and two brothers. The body was taken to Kansas City for interment. The funeral was held from the funeral chapel Tuesday, January 24, at 1:00 o'clock. Burial was made in Elwood cemetery.

Lenox Time Table, Lenox, Iowa Thursday February 2, 1928

Tracey, Catherine Alice Nesbit –

Catherine Alice Nesbit was born in LaSalle, Ill. August 2, 1873, and moved with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. George Nesbit to Adams, County, Iowa in 1875.  She was married to Geo Tracey of Christmas Day 1891 in Lenox, Iowa and moved to a farm in Taylor county, where they resided until 1901, when they moved to Adams county, four miles south of Corning, which has since been the family home.

Mrs. Tracey was the mother of eight children, five boys and three girls, all of whom are living.  They are James, Hugh, Francis, Arthur and Miss Mildred, living at home; George of Milestone, Sask. Canada; Mrs. John McEniry, Lenox; Mrs. Joe Curry of Massena.  Besides her immediate family, Mrs. Tracey leaves four grandchildren, Glen, Elizabeth and Geraldine McEniry and Mary Belle Curry; four brothers, Ed Newbit of Omaha; Charles of Corning; and Frank and George of Streator, Ill.  Beside her relatives Mrs. Tracey leaves many good friends who will miss and mourn the loss of this good lady.

Relatives from a distance who attended the funeral were Mrs. John Murphy, a sister of Mr. Tracey, and his brother James Tracey, also the following nieces of Mr. Tracey: Misses Mary and Laura Tracey of Dubuque; and Mrs. James Greenwood of Dubuque; Ed Nesbit and wife of Omaha; and Frank Nesbit of Streator, Ill.

Funeral services were held at St. Patrick's Catholic church in Corning Monday morning, January 16th, at 10:00 o'clock, conducted by Rev. Father M. J. Powers, and interment was made in Calvary cemetery.

Lenox Time Table, Lenox, Iowa Thursday January 26, 1928

Warner, Verne & Wife -

Verne Warner, a prosperous farmer living near Guss, in this county, shot and killed his wife, then turning the gun upon himself took him own life, at their home Friday morning about 11 o’clock.

The Will Swan family, who are close neighbors, witnessed the tragedy.  Warner had evidently tried to choke his wife, as finger marks and scratches were plainly visible on her throat and is reported shot her once in the breast before she ran screaming from the house.  Mr. Warner started in pursuit, and shot her three times more in the breast, and once in the head.  She dropped in the road and he then shot himself.

Mr. Warner was a man forty-three years of age and came from an excellent family, but had been drinking heavily for some weeks and was in an ugly frame of mind when visited by his brother the day before the murder, when he went to the home of his brother in vain attempt to persuade him to leave liquor alone and straighten up.

Mr. Warner owned the 120-acre farm on which they resided, and it is said that when he left drink alone he was an industrious farmer.

He had been married before and had two children, a boy 16, and a girl 11, who were in school.  He and his wife had a child two years of age at home, but the child was unharmed.

The coroner was called and the verdict was murder and suicide.

Miss Hazel Feeney teaches the school in that neighborhood and houses at the home of the brother of Mr. Warner, near the scene of the tragedy.  The family have the deepest sympathy of the entire neighborhood.

Lenox Time Table, Lenox, Iowa Thursday December 15, 1927