Jan 5

LINCOLN COUNTY OBITUARIES

1906

Submitted by Marge Womach

Obituaries are taken from newspapers, probates, funeral home ledgers, and the county death register.

These obituaries are listed chronologically, NOT alphabetically.

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This is NOT a complete listing, but a work in progress. Submit your relative to the Lincoln County Co-ordinator

Jan 5, 1906

Elizabeth Keogan

The funeral of Mrs. Elizabeth Keogan, who died Christmas morning, took place from the Catholic Church at 10:30 Saturday morning, Dec 30. Rev Fr. Van de Ven preached the funeral sermon. Interment was in the family burial ground in the Catholic Cemetery. Mrs. Keogan was born in Ottawa, Canada in 1843. She was married to Patrick Keogan in the early 1870’s and removed with him to Nevada where they lived in various parts of the state during the gold excitement. The family moved to Sprague in the early 80’s and she and her husband built and owned the Hotel Villard, the first hotel in Sprague, which stood on the site later occupied by the Bennighoff Hotel. Mrs. Keogan was well known in Lincoln County and her death causes another vacancy in the ranks of the pioneers. She was the mother of eight living children, four boys and four girls. (Sprague Times).

Jan 5, 1906

Frank Neff

“...Mrs. Frank Neff, whose husband died recently, had a tumor removed from her thigh.” (Sprague Times)

Jan 19, 1906-meningitis

A number of cases of meningitis, or brain fever, have terminated fatally during the last few weeks in the county. (Edwall Press cited in LCT)

Jan 19, 1906

Mrs. Thomas Connery

Mrs. Thomas Connery, who lived with her husband a half mile north of Wilbur, died early yesterday morning of brain fever. Mrs. Connery had been ailing for several days, but on Wednesday was up and about the house. That evening she took a relapse and was unconscious with the exception of one or two mere flashes of recognition until she died.—Register. (LCT)

Jan 19, 1906

Ruby Nola Colyar

Ruby Nola Colyar, the three year old daughter of Mr. & Mrs. W. R. Colyar, died at the home of her parents on Third Street at 2 o’clock Friday morning. The little one had endured more in the nature of illness in the last month of her life than falls to most people in the course of a life time. About the middle of December she was attacked with a mild form of scarlet fever and before she was fully recovered she was stricken with diphtheria. She was recovering from this when she was taken ill with pneumonia. Her baby strength was nearly exhausted in fighting the first attacks and was unequal to this. She was a beautiful little child; bright and affectionate, and her parents have the sympathy of the entire community in their bereavement. As the family were not out of quarantine the only thing in the way of funeral services was a short burial service at the grave. Interment was in the Colyar cemetery near Gresham church at 2 pm Saturday. (Sprague Times)

Jan 19, 1906

D. C. Beard

Mr. D. C. Beard, who bought the Frank Francis place north of Larene a few years ago, and who later disposed of the same and purchased land in Douglass County, died suddenly last week. The following mention is made in a dispatch from Waterville to the Spokane press: News was received Wednesday from Dyer of the sudden death of D C Beard, who lived in Cold Spring basin. While Mr. & Mrs. Beard were visiting at a neighbor’s, he was attacked with apoplexy. A son, James, living here, was notified and left at once. Mr. Beard owned much valuable land in that section of the country and was well known. (LCT)

Feb 2, 1906

Christiana Puls

Mrs. Christiana Puls died at the home of her daughter, Mrs. A. W. Mitchell, in North Sprague, Sunday morning, Jan 28, 1906, at the age of 76 years. She had been ill for some time, and while her death was not unexpected it was nevertheless a sad shock to her relatives and friends. Mr. Puls was born in Mecklenburg, Germany, in 1829 and came to the US in 1851, locating in Washington Co, WI. In 1877 she came with her family to Washington, settling on what is known as the Puls place, north of Sprague. About nine years ago she removed from the farm to the home of her daughter... Mrs. Puls was the mother of 12 children, 6 of whom are still living. ... Interment was in Maccabee cemetery beside her husband who died several years ago. (Sprague Times.)

Feb 9, 1906

Abner Featherkile

Abner Featherkile, one of the younger generation of the numerous Featherkile family of Larene died in town Wednesday morning quite suddenly and unexpectedly, at the little cabin in which he and his Uncle “Josh” were stopping near the water tank. Pneumonia developed suddenly and he passed away in a few minutes, no one being present except Josh when the end came. He was perhaps not much more than twenty, was sickly, but when physically able, sawed and split wood about town. He had been in poor health this winter, and had not done much work. His remains were taken to Larene for interment, near where his people all live and where he had grown up from childhood. (LCT) -

March 9, 1906

Mrs. John Inkster, Sr.

Mrs. John Inkster, Sr., who had been lying very ill since the 27^th of Nov last, passed away, Monday, Feb 26, 1906, just a few moments before noon. For more than a month her condition had been critical and all chance of recovery hopeless. All that medical aid could suggest or friendly hands perform, could not stay the slow ebbing out of life. Her illness began with what was probably a slight paralytic stroke which caused her to fall heavily. From the shock of the fall she suffered much pain for a week or more and then gradually lapsed into a half stupor. During the last week of her illness she was never conscious and for nearly 24 hours before the end, no pulse was perceptible. The last spark of life slowly flickered out without a sign or token of the passing unto death.—Lincoln County Times. (Citizen)

March 16, 1906

Walter Hough

Walter Hough, son of Mr. & Mrs. J. S. Hough, of Creston, WA, died at their home in Creston last week from a complication of typhoid and spinal meningitis. Deceased was a young man just past 20. (Citizen)

March 23, 1906

John Houseman

John Houseman, a rancher residing about 10 miles east of town, was found dead in a dugout in which he lived on his ranch Sunday morning by Henry Kramer, a neighbor. The condition of the body and appearance of the stock about the place indicated the man had been dead about a week. Word was brought to town and the county authorities notified and Undertaker Stone and Charles Milton went out to take charge of the body. Advice then came from Prosecuting Attorney Dye, requesting Justice McKay to go to the ranch and investigate if there were any indications of the man having died other than a natural death, and being informed that there were none, Mr. Stone was instructed to bury the body at his pleasure. The remains were interred Tuesday afternoon in the German Lutheran Cemetery after a short service in which Rev. Rieke officiated. The unfortunate man had been a resident of this section for about 12 years, but being of a retiring disposition, made few acquaintances. He had been at one time a member of a German colony in Iowa, but becoming dissatisfied there left his interest in the colony to his wife and two sons about 20 years ago. In his dugout at the time of his death the only papers that were found was the deed for his farm, one of the best in this section, and a letter from one of his sons. Last fall he built a very comfortable home on his ranch, which for some reason he never occupied, preferring his first habitation, the dugout. His family have been notified and it is expected that word will be heard from them daily.—Odessa Record. (Citizen)

March 23, 1906

Malcolm Yeaman

Malcolm Yeaman, who had been a resident of the Egypt country for many years, died Wednesday morning in Orchard Valley, of tuberculosis. He had been in failing health for some time, and was out one day last week during the stormy weather, and contracted a severe cold from which he could not rally, and rapidly grew worse until the end came. (LCT)

March 30, 1906

Howard Shaw

Howard, the six months old son of Mr. & Mrs. Thomas J. Shaw, died March 24, 1906 of peritonitis. His death was a great surprise to Mr. & Mrs. Shaw. The child appeared well all day and up until about 8 PM, when he was taken suddenly ill. Dr. R. P. Moore was called, but nothing could be done and the child died in a few hours. The Shaws came to Davenport the first of the year and Mr. Shaw, together with Mr. Campbell, bought the mercantile business of Myers & Olwell. The funeral was held from the Shaw home, March 26. Rev W A McCall of the Baptist church conducted the services. (LCT)

March 30, 1906

“child” of Elliott

The little five year old child of Mr. & Mrs. Elliott died from meningitis Thursday of last week and burial Saturday. The funeral was held from the Presbyterian Church. Elliotts live north of Egypt, and are spending winters in Davenport (notes). (LCT)

Apr 6 & 13, 1906

Lewis J. Brace

of Seattle

Mesdames H. A. P. Myers and John Inkster, Jr., were called last week to Seattle on account of the illness of their father, Lewis J. Brace, who was suffering from a stroke of paralysis. He died Friday, March 30. He was born in Goderich, Ontario in 1836. The deceased was one of the pioneers of Lincoln County, having settled in Lord’s Valley about 25 years ago. He retired from farming and moved to Seattle where a son resides. Mrs. Margaret Morgan of Seattle and Mrs. Gard Ewing of Spokane, are also daughters of Mr. Brace. H A P Myers left Saturday to be in attendance at the funeral. J. S. Brace, Harry Brace, Mrs. S. H. Morgan, Mrs. M. E.curry, Mrs. B. Gard Ewing, Mrs. John Inkster Jr. and Mrs. H. A. P. Myers are the 7 children that survive.—Davenport Tribune (Citizen & LCT)

April 6, 1906

Mrs. Fred Landt

Mrs. Fred Landt, who was taken sick last Friday, died rather suddenly on Sunday, to the surprise and regret of a host of friends in Reardan and vicinity. The funeral services were held at the Lutheran Church on Tuesday.—Gazette. (LCT)

Apr 6, 1906

Mrs. Elma Lyse

“In the midst of life we are in death.” Elma, wife of Chris Lyse of Govan, passed from this life Thursday morning, March 22, 1906, of blood poisoning, in the prime of young womanhood. (LCT)

April 12, 1906

infant of Mart Sanders

The little six months old child of Mr. & Mr. Mart Sanders of Larene was buried Monday. The little girl had an attack of whooping cough which caused its death. Services were held at the Baptist church, Rev. W. A. McCall officiating. The young parents have the sympathy of the community in the loss of their little darling. (Dav Trib)

April 13, 1906

Mrs. Herman of Edwall

That Mrs. Herman, known as Grandma Herman, died at the home of James Herman Friday morning at 2 o’clock. Deceased was 79 years old, and was buried at Edwall. The funeral was held at the ME Church South, at 1 o’clock Saturday afternoon. (LCT)

April 13, 1906

Mrs. Toohey’s aunt

That Mrs. Toohey’s aunt, who lived here some time ago, died in Spokane and was buried here Saturday. Father Van de Van of Sprague officiating.

Apr 13, 1906

Albert Gallaway

Much grief is expressed over the death of Albert Gallaway which occurred at the home of his parents Mr. & Mrs. James Gallaway, former residents of Wilbur. He died from pneumonia about one o’clock Wednesday morning. His remains were laid to rest in Spokane.—Sentinel. (LCT)

Apr 13, 1906

N. B. Showalter

of Downs

N. B. Showalter, who has made his home on the Petrie ranch in Lord’s Valley for several years, died at his home in Downs last Wednesday morning. Death was the result of a stroke of paralysis received last December, from which he never fully recovered. Deceased was past 50 years, a hard working, conscientious farmer who believed the Golden Rule good to live by, and one who had acquired considerable property, owning a half section near Davenport at the time of his death, and his wife owned a quarter adjoining Downs, where they made their home this spring. A wife and one daughter was all the family he had. Interment was made in the Harrington cemetery yesterday morning, services being conducted by Rev. I. E. Moore.

Apr 20, 1906

Isaac Showalter

Born in Washington County, Iowa, August 18, 1851, and died April 11, 1906. In 1883 he moved to the state of Nebraska, and four years ago he came west. Mr. Showalter taught school for a good part of his life, and looked after his farming interests during the summer. In 1893 he was married to Miss Nellie Burge. Mr. Showalter was not a member of any church, but was a believer in God and was often known to pray to the Divine Being for help and guidance in life and life’s trials. He was considered by all who knew him to be a temperate and honest man. Last winter he was stricken with paralysis from which he had fairly recovered and was able to move about his home, but last Sunday he had another stroke from which he never recovered and passed away on Wednesday morning, April 11^th. He leaves a wife and one daughter, two brothers and three sisters, besides many friends who mourn his loss. The remains were interred in the Harrington Cemetery Thursday morning. Funeral services were held at his home in Downs, conducted by Rev. A. A. Moore of the ME church. (LCT)

Apr 20, 1906

Sadie McDonald

On Easter morning at 10 o’clock Hugh McNeilly, Charles Service, Frank Hanlon, Will Hanlon, George Mower and Herman Morrisson, as pallbearers, emerged from the residence of Mr. and Mrs. A. W. McDonald, bearing the earthly remains of Miss Sadie to the hearse to be conveyed to the ME Church South, at Edwall, where funeral services were held. The church building was full and many could not gain admittance. The altar was beautifully decorated with palms, ferns and blooming plants, and when the casket was placed in front of the altar it was soon covered with a mass of flowers which were nicely arranged by the practiced hand of Mr. Stone. Amidst the sobs of sorrowing friends surrounded by the habiliments of mourning, Rev J. D. Lewellyn preached an impressive sermon on the text: “I am the way, the truth and the light.” At the conclusion of the service at the church, Mrs. Hugh Hains, a sister of the deceased, was so prostrated she had to be taken to the doctor for treatment. In the procession to the cemetery, some 50 teams were in line. The bereaved family has the sincere sympathy of all the old settlers. Deceased was 24 years old and died of consumption. She had a lingering sickness of about two years. (LCT) Miss Sadie McDonald was buried at Edwall, Sunday. Some of our people remember her as an assistant to Miss Mary Kirkendal when that lady was in business here. Miss McDonald at the time of her death was 24 years old, dying of consumption. (Dav Tribune 4-19-06)

Apr 19, 1906

smallpox

County Health Officer G. W. H. Moore reports five cases of smallpox at Bluestem which he has just put into quarantine pending recovery. (D Trib)

Apr 20, 1906

Zebbie Faucet

Zebbie Faucet, who died at Harrington on April 12, was buried at Edwall on the 15^th, the funeral services being held at the ME church, South, at 2 PM, Rev. J. D. Lewellyn conducting the same. Deceased was 17 years of age, and for nine years had been an invalid. (LCT)

Apr 20, 1906

F A Duff

Mr. F. A. Duff, a stranger in town, was found in bed dead Tuesday morning at the Davenport hotel by the proprietor, Frank Rumberger, who went to rouse him between 8 and 9 o’clock. The man came in from Miles a few days before, and was suffering from dropsy and Bright’s disease. He had consulted Dr. G. W. H. Moore, who examined him and told him that he had but a short time to live, not to exceed two months. He at once sent a message to a brother in Castali, Iowa, asking for money with which to buy a ticket to that place, stating that the doctor said he could not live. On his person was found a letter written from Daisy signed “your mother,” but no other name is signed. The prosecuting attorney and sheriff have been in communication with parties at Daisy, but up to this time, Wednesday noon, have not been able to locate her if she resides there. No reply has been received from the brother in Iowa either, who was wired of the death of R A Duff. The remains are held in the undertaking parlors of O. W. Stone, awaiting orders from relatives. The man had the appearance of a day laborer, and was not known in town. (LCT)

April 27, 1906

Wilbur Martin

Wilbur Martin, the young man who died at the home of Mr. and Mrs. J. L .Davis last Thursday, was buried Friday afternoon. He has a sister living near Miles, Mrs. Paulson, and was also connected with the Chapman family, on Norm Palmer’s place. (LCT)

April 27, 1906

Peter Imhoff

Peter Imhoff, another old pioneer, died at the home of his daughter, Mrs. Alfred Hughes, near Mondovi, Monday of this week. He was 74 years of age, and was quite well known throughout the Reardan and Davenport country where he had lived many years. (LCT)

April 27, 1906

Clarence P. Wilson

Clarence P Wilson, the eldest son of Receiver Eugene Wilson, died suddenly of heart failure in San Francisco, Wednesday, April 18, the morning of the earthquake. The body has not yet been recovered, and it is feared the remains may have been cremated with many others in some of the hospitals or undertaking establishments in the burned district. Receiver Wilson was in Idaho at the time and was not caught with a telegram until a day or two after his son’s death. His wife immediately repaired to San Francisco from her home in Seattle, but up to Wednesday, the body apparently had not been recovered. Clarence P was a draftsman in the employ of the Union Iron Works, and a physical athlete. He was severely injured while in Alaska a year ago, and never fully recovered. He had heart trouble which had recently given him much concern…He was born in Nov 1882. (LCT)

May 4, 1906

Bertha Bretson

Mrs. Bertha Bretson, a resident of Stevens County, died Saturday, April 28, at the age of 63 years and 10 months. She had been in usual health up to the morning of her death, when she was stricken with paralysis. The late Mrs. Bretson resided with her daughter, Mrs. W. O. VanHorn, near Fruitland. Other members of the family reside in the east in addition to a son, John, and a daughter, Mrs. H. G. Detillion, of Lott. (LCT)

May 4, 1906

Ole Hair

Ole Hair, one of the best known saloon men in the Big Bend, was accidentally killed Sunday night last while on his way home from Reardan, where he had been to attend a ball game. His death was the result of a runaway, and took place some ten miles east of town. He was accompanied by W. R. Crookham, who witnessed the accident which he was powerless to avert. M. Crookham had dismounted from the buggy, and Mr. Hair attempted to get out also, but seemed to miss the step in alighting and fell, scaring the horses. They started to run, and in some way the long linen duster which the driver wore got caught either on the step or wound up on the hub of the wheel. The horses ran dragging him along at their heels, and not until they had gone fully a half a mile did the clothes of the unfortunate man become unfastened from the rig. He was unconscious when picked up, and never after regained consciousness. It was ten o’clock in the evening before he was brought in and a physician summoned, but it was soon apparent that Ole Hair had taken his last ride. He lingered along until about six o’clock Monday morning when he passed away. His face and head were terribly bruised, and the skull was broken in, evidently by the kick of a horse on the left side of the forehead, the break being about the size of a cork on a horseshoe…. Deceased was born in Norway and was 48 years of age. He had lived in Davenport for the last ten or twelve years, and was generally considered to be well fixed financially. A few years since he built a two story brick building on Sixth street, which he occupied with his saloon business. Among his associates he was popular and enjoyed the confidence and personal respect of many, a fact that was attested by the immense throng that followed his remains to their final resting place. The procession to the grave was headed by the band, Forrestors and Eagles, marching in double file, and in the rear came some 20 or 30 rigs. It was perhaps the most imposing funeral procession ever witnessed in Davenport. The deceased had family relatives in New York, but so far as known, none in the west. Mr. Martin McLean of the Davenport National Bank has been appointed temporary administrator of the estate of the deceased. (LCT)

May 4, 1906

Thomas Amos

Mr. Thomas Amos of Bachelor Prairie, a prominent and well-to-do citizen, who has been ill for some time, passed away at his home last Friday. Mr. Amos a few years ago purchased the John Moylan farm, on which he had since resided. He stood high in the Masonic order of which he was an honored member. His membership in the order was at Colfax, where he lived for many years prior to moving to Bachelor Prairie, and the funeral ceremonies were held in that city. He was past grand master of Masons of Washington, and entitled to the honors of burial by the grand lodge. (LCT)

May 11, 1906

Ben Samis

Mr. Ben Samis, of Egypt, who has been ill for a long time with consumption, died Wednesday morning of this week, and will be buried Friday in the Fairview Cemetery, Davenport. (LCT) The remains of Benny Samis were laid to their final rest in Mt View Cemetery last Friday. A very large number of his friends and neighbors gathered to pay their last respects. As a son, neighbor and citizen, he was highly moral, exemplary young man, the stay of his parents and highly respected by all. Cut off in his young manhood, the community lost one of its best. His strength of character is shown by his life. Knowing that his days were numbered, he faced eternity with calm forbearance and resignation to the inevitable. Born in the State of Iowa, a resident of Wash. for 8 years, where he resided with his parents on their farm in Egypt. Beloved by all, he will live long in the memory of the people of that community. (D Trib)

May 11, 1906

T. J. Harper

Mr. T. J. Harper (also recorded W. S. Harper) who moved in from Larene country recently, died Thursday morning, the 10^th and will be buried Saturday. Deceased was quite an old man and highly respected. His health had been failing for several months. (LCT) Thomas James Harper died in Davenport, WA, Thursday morning, May 10, 1906. The deceased would have been 76 years of age the 6^th of next month. He had been failing in health for some time and when death called he passed to the great beyond without a struggle. During his life he had been honored with office by the Federal government and by his county. He was a man of exemplary habits, honored by all. He was laid at rest last Saturday, Elder Thamason of the Christian Church giving a short but impressive talk. Mr. Harper was a member of the Christian Church for over 30 years and died in the faith that in the hereafter all will be well. (Dav Trib)

May 11, 1906

Mrs. D. H. Lohuis

Mrs. D. H. Lohuis, formerly of Davenport, died at her home in Spokane Tuesday morning after a severe illness of two weeks, though she had been in failing health for several years. Rev. J. A. Rodgers, of this place was called to officiate at her funeral Wednesday. She was 54 years of age, and leaves a husband and a family of six children, most of whom are grown. The family had many friends in Davenport who will regret to learn of their misfortune.

May 11, 1906

“unknown man”

That an unknown man was brought to town (Edwall) Saturday by Mr. Wiedemann. He had been hurt on a railroad trestle about three miles west of town. He was reported to have jumped from the trestle to escape a train. Both legs were broken and his skull was fractured. He was taken to Spokane and died Monday. (LCT)

May 11, 1906

Frank Sickles

Frank Sickles, a young man, was found dead about three miles west of Edwall Monday morning by the east bound passenger train. He was lying between the rails badly torn up, and was presumably killed by some freight train Sunday night. The deceased was about nineteen or twenty years of age and was in the employ of Mr. Stewart near Bluestem. He had been to Edwall and was last seen here about 1 o’clock Sunday night. The body is still here awaiting an inquest. (LCT)

May 18, 1906

Thomas Campbell

Mr. Thomas Campbell died recently at his home in LaClede, Idaho. The deceased was a former resident of Sprague. At the time of his death he was about 90 years of age.

May 18, 1906

Ottilie Arnett

Mrs. Ottilie Arnett, aged 63, wife of M Arnett, died at her home, 13 miles west of Sprague, on Monday of last week after a prolonged illness of consumption. Funeral services were held from the Congregational church of this city Wednesday. Interment was in the Maccabee cemetery. (Sprague in Citizen)

May 18, 1906-notes

There is much sickness in the vicinity of Sprague at present, and the doctors are in demand, attending to patients in town and country. The ailments are typhoid fever, scarlet fever and whooping cough.

May 18, 1906-ill

Mrs. Frank Elliott

Mrs. Frank Elliott, of Alyea, who has been suffering with dropsy for some time past, is seriously ill. (Citizen)

May 18, 1906

T. J. Harper

Mr. T. J. Harper, who died last Thursday morning, May 10^th, was buried on Saturday, the funeral services taking place in the undertaking parlors of O. W. Stone….He was 76 years old, and is survived by a wife and two daughters, Mrs. James Odgers of this place, and Mrs. McCarty, of Spokane. Deceased came to this state from Nebraska a few years ago, where he had been prominent in the affairs of Otoe County. He suffered a stroke of paralysis about a year ago but almost entirely recovered from its effects… (LCT)

May 15, 1906-LCT

Melissa Wilkes

Dr. R. D. McRae drove to Colville last week where an autopsy was to have been held on the body of Mrs. Melissa Wilkes, of Rice. Mrs. Wilkes died in March last quite suddenly under circumstances which awakened suspicion. The body was exhumed, hence the order for an autopsy. The stomach and other organs were removed and sent to Pullman for examination and an analysis.

May 25, 1906

J. D. Sutherlin

Mr. J. D. Sutherlin, one of the first settlers of the Egypt country, died last Saturday, May 19, 1906 at his home, and was buried the following day in the Egypt Cemetery. Mr. Sutherlin located on a homestead down there in 1880, 26 years ago, and was about the first settler to drive in with an ox team. He freighted and tilled the land with ox teams for many years, and was one of the most familiar figures among the early pioneers of this section. During the last few years he suffered much with dropsy, and did not often go beyond the confines of his own farm. He was 72 years of age at the time of his death, a man of simple wants, who endeavored to live at peace with all men and who did his part as best he could in the little community in which he was so content to abide. (LCT)

May 25, 1906

“Old Man Simons”

Word has just been received that the old man Simons, near Creston, committed suicide Wednesday night. Ill health is supposed to have been the cause, but no particulars have yet been received. (LCT) William Simons, an old and respected settler of this community, whose home lies7 miles northwest of Creston, committed suicide by hanging himself in the woodshed. Mr. Simons rose at about 3:30 and left the house. As he frequently rose at an early hour this did not attract particular attention, and his body was not discovered until nearly three hours later, when his son Peter found him dead and already cold, indicating that he must have committed the deed immediately after rising. Peter notified his brother, Van and a neighbor, James Carman, by telephone, and both were soon at the scene. The body had been taken down and carried into the house before Mr. Carman arrived. Mr. Simons was about 76 years old, and had been in poor health for a long time. His wife is also feeble, and it is supposed that the worry and confinement to his home occasioned by these conditions preyed upon his mind, until in his despondency he decided to put an end to his troubles in the only way that seemed open to him… He leaves an aged wife and several sons and daughters, most of whom are married. The sons, George H., W. F., L. E., Peter and Ed., all live in the same neighborhood, the latter two, we believe, still live at home… It is said he attempted suicide once before several years ago, but was discovered in time to save his life. That was before he came to Washington.—Creston News (Citizen)

May 25, 1906

Mike Buck

Mr. Mike Buck, one of our best known and most respected German farmers, died quite suddenly at his home about a mile and a half north of town early last Saturday morning. The news of his death came as a shock and a surprise to most of his neighbors and friends for he was a man of robust appearance, who knew little sickness. It seems, however, that he had not recovered from a severe attack of the grip….Funeral services were held from the Lutheran church… (LCT)

June 1, 1906-Monument

A monument to be placed over the grave of Edwin Snook, who died at Peach about 15 months ago, was delivered here and taken to the Orchard Valley Cemetery Tuesday by the selling agent, C. L. Simmons, to be put in place says the Creston News. Mr. Snook was one of the prominent citizens of that settlement for many years. (LCT) **(TS in Mt View in Davenport)

June 1, 1906-burn victim

A two year old child of H. E. Oberdorf, a rancher living 24 miles southwest of Odessa, was terribly burned last Saturday by coming in contact with a sage brush fire which her parents had started while clearing land. Before the flames could be extinguished all her clothing was burned from her body and her condition was indeed pitiful.—Odessa Record. (LCT)

June 22, 1906

Otis Carsten

Otis Carsten died at his home early Monday morning of typhoid fever and kidney trouble. The funeral took place Wednesday. (Reardan Column of LCT)

June 22, 1906

Mrs. Fred Mahrt

After being ill with typhoid fever, pneumonia and heart failure for a few days, Mrs. Fred Mahrt died Sunday, aged 36 years, 11months and 18 days. She leaves 7 children, a husband, 2 brothers, 4 sisters, a father and a mother. (Reardan Column of LCT)

June 29, 1906

Miss Anna Baring

of Creston

A sad accident occurred Sunday morning a few miles southwest of Creston, in which Miss Anna Baring, a young woman about 20 years of age, lost her life. In company with N Nelson, a well known rancher, to whom it is said she was soon to have been married, she was going for a drive. Mr. Nelson drove to the watering trough in the barn lot to water the team. Leaving her in the buggy, he stepped to the horses’ heads and removed the bit from the mouth of one of them, when they ran. Mr. Nelson was thrown down and run over in his fruitless attempt to control them, and as they ran around the barn the woman was hurled out with such force as to break her ribs and injure her internally. She died about two hours after the accident. A messenger was sent for Dr Edward, who hurried to the scene, but found it impossible to do anything. Dr Wright of Wilbur was also called, but she was dead before he arrived. Mr. Nelson is prostrated over the terrible affair, which is a great shock to all who know the families. (LCT)

June 29, 1906

Grover Raymond

Grover Raymond, aged 21, a former resident of this city, died on June 20 at St Luke’s Hospital in Spokane, WA of typhoid pneumonia, and was buried here in Mt View Cemetery last Saturday. Mr. Raymond was well known and liked here for his sterling qualities, and had just been promoted to the passenger service of the Northern Pacific Railroad by whom he was employed, and he made but one trip when he was taken ill. He leaves a mother in Spokane and grandparents, Mr. & Mrs. Dunning, who reside in this city. It is said he carried $2000 life insurance in the Pacific Railway Insurance Assoc, which goes to his mother. (LCT)

July 5, 1906

A. S. Melcher

The sad intelligence was received here today that the Hon A. S. Melcher, of Edwall, had committed suicide. The deceased was one of the most highly respected pioneers of Lincoln County, having come to the state in 1882. He was more than comfortably well off in this world’s goods, and as far as it was known, at peace with the world and his family. He was of German descent and born in Greene County, NY, January 6, 1853. Most of his life has been employed in teaching school and farming as a side issue. In 1904, he was nominated by the republican party of this county and elected a member of the present legislature in which he served with credit. Why this rash act on his part, we are unable to say, but all regret that a useful citizen should have committed such a deed. The members of his family whom are highly thought of have the sympathy of all in the sad ending of the life of the husband and father. (Davenport Tribune)

July 13, 1906

Fredrick Mortz Scheibner

Fredrick Mortz Scheibner, died at the family home north of Wilbur Wednesday, July 4, 1906. Mr. Scheibner was born in Germany, March, 1833, and came to America at the age of 21 years. He came to the state of Washington in 1873. He is survived by his wife and 8 grown children. (LCT)

July 13, 1906

Lovie Goodlake

Miss Lovie Goodlake, daughter of J. W. Goodlake, a blacksmith, was killed near Keller, Sunday evening. With Miss Garwood, whom she was visiting, Miss Goodlake was horseback riding, and about 6 PM as they were riding a narrow trail on the side of a mountain Miss Goodlake guided her horse too close to the edge to avoid a mud hole. The horse slipped over the side and fell backward on top of her, pinning her against a log and breaking her back. Death was almost instantaneous. The remains were brought to Wilbur and taken to the Hay undertaking rooms. Miss Goodlake was 21 years old and was well and favorably known. (LCT)

July 20, 1906

James Alexaander

James Alexander, whose death occurred in Spokane on the 23^rd of June, was born in Danburn County, Iowa, May 23, 1888 and was consequently 18 years of age. The first 15 years were spent in his native state, when he came with his mother, brothers and sisters to the state of Washington. They settled on a farm at Mondovi, where James worked and attended school during the winter months. He was a faithful conscientious worker at whatever duty he undertook… Within the last year, James realized that his health was failing though he never murmured not complained. But urged by the hope that lighter work might help him, he left his mother’s home and went to Spokane, where with an elder brother he was employed by the Davenport restaurant. It soon became apparent that his health still failed and as the only means of saving his life he consented to have an operation performed… James gradually grew weaker and in two days quietly passed away. His mother, brothers and sisters were notified and they with a large circle of friends followed the remains to the last resting place… (LCT)

Aug 3, 1906

C. K. Morril

Harrington Citizen: C. K. Morril, aged 59, died Wednesday at the Sacred Heart hospital in Spokane. Mr. Morril has been a resident of the Earl section for some years and is the father of Mrs. Wm Earl. Mr. & Mrs. William Earl and Robert Earl went to Spokane Wednesday to attend the funeral. (LCT)

Aug 10, 1906

Orson Tucker

The Grim Reaper has taken another of Lincoln County’s pioneers in the person of Orson Tucker, a prominent farmer living 5 miles southeast of the city. Mr. Tucker had been ill but a short time, and his sudden death from rheumatic fever was a shock to his many friends and neighbors. He was born in Yuba Co, CA, Oct 21, 1862, and came to WA in 1882, and settled in Lincoln County, and for 12 years has resided on his farm near here. He was the owner of 320 acres land and well-to-do. Deceased was a bachelor and the only near relative is a sister living in CA, who has been notified of his death. Mr. Tucker was a man of sterling qualities, a good neighbor, and his death is deplored by all. The Order of Foresters of this city of which he was a member will take charge of the funeral services. (LCT)

Aug 10, 1906

Daniel Alfred Laber

Daniel Alfred Laber, son of Mr. & Mrs. Phillip Laber of Creston, came to his sad death on last Thursday, Aug 2, while bathing in a small lake near Creston. He and one of his chums were in the water for some time when his partner went on shore to dress and make ready to return home. Alfred swam a while longer when suddenly his strength failed and he sank. His companion hurried to report the sad news, and before long scores of hands were eagerly searching for the body, which was recovered in the water four hours later. The shock to the parents and two sisters is a severe one, Alfred being the only son and but 15 years old. The funeral services took place Sunday at the Presbyterian Church in Creston and were conducted by Rev. Koch of Davenport, assisted by Rev. Wison, the Presbyterian pastor. (LCT)

Aug 10, 1906

Mary M. Kingan Rogers

Mary Martha Kingan was born near Belfast, Ireland, in 1846, and came to NY in 1871, and from there to Pittsburg, PA, where she was married to Wm J Rogers in 1873. They moved to Iowa in 1876, and from there to WA in 1899 where she resided until her death, which occurred Aug 1, 1906. She leaves a husband and 7 children. Mrs. Rogers was a member of the Presbyterian church, having united with that church at a very early age, she has always been a consistent Christian, and died triumphant in the hope of eternal life… (LCT)

Aug 17, 1906-notes

5 Davenport People Drown

Gwennie Ellen Jones

Winnie Jones, age 21, was buried in the Mondovi Cemetery.

George LeRoy Howard

Roy, age 26, was interred in Mountain View Cemetery.

Abraham L Inman

Abraham L Inman, age 28, was shipped to Council Bluffs, IA, for services.

Albert & Nellie Burgett

Albert H Burgett, age 36, was interred in the Davenport Cemetery. His wife, Mrs Nellie Burgett, age 28, was also interred in Mt View.

Oct 12, 1906

Thomas Leigh

Thomas, the 18 months old baby boy of Mr. & Mrs. George Leigh, died at the home of his parents, 3 miles north of Sprague, last Tuesday. The little one’s sickness was of short duration, death resulting from dysentery. The funeral services were held from the Methodist church Thursday forenoon and interment was in the Maccabee Cemetery. (Independent-Sprague, WA)

Oct 12, 1906

James F. Hanlon

The funeral of James F. Hanlon, an old and highly respected citizen living near Edwall, who was killed by being run over by a train last week, took place from the Catholic Church there last Thursday morning. Deceased was born in Dublin, Ireland, in 1836, where he learned the trade of boiler maker. He came to the US about 1860 and married Mary Finley. He was for many years an employee of the Northern Pacific Railroad company at Sprague, where he followed his trade, but in the meantime he settled upon his present farm, when Fairview was the post office at McGourin’s place and before Edwall or the Great Northern were thought of. In the pursuit of his trade he became quite deaf, which affliction caused him much annoyance in later years and some four or five years ago it affected his mind, but his family cared for him at home. He leaves a wife, two sons and a daughter, Frank A. and William J. Hanlon of Edwall and Cecilia, the latter a Sister of Charity, known as Sister Joseph of Nazareth, stationed at Ward, WA. (LCT)

Oct 12, 1906

Fred Hire

Fred, the youngest son of Mr. & Mrs. Frank Hire, living about four miles east of town, was instantly killed about noon last Monday by the four horse team with which he was hauling water for a thresher. As he was taking the team through a gate on James Jump’s farm north of Creston, the team became frightened and started to run. Young Hire jumped to the heads of the leaders and seized one of them by the bridle bit, but the other horses of the team were so badly frightened that they crowded against the leaders, knocking down the one he held and running over both man and horse, killing both. The wheels of the heavily loaded wagon passed over the head of the young man, crushing it in such a manner that death came in a few minutes. The boy’s father, Frank Hire, was immediately summoned from Spokane, where he was attending the Fair. Funeral services were held at Creston yesterday and interment made later in the day in the Wilbur Cemetery. Deceased leaves parents and a number of brothers and sisters, among them being Mrs. T. W. McCord and Mrs. W. J. Vanskike. Fred was about 21 years old.—Wilbur Register. (LCT)

Oct 12, 1906-stroke

J. B. Wisdom

J B Wisdom suffered a stroke of paralysis Thursday while at work on his ranch northwest of Wilbur. He had gone to the field in the morning, and not returning at noon, his 15 year old son, with whom he lived alone, instituted a search and found him helpless and speechless. He was taken to Sacred Heart Hospital in Spokane Friday morning. (LCT)

Oct 12, 1906

Archie Williams

Archie Williams, a boy, met with a violent death Saturday. Mr. Williams, the father, was hauling wheat to town and when within a short distance of Bridgeport, the rear wheel ran into a chuckhole, throwing the boy violently to the ground. Before the father discovered the boy’s disappearance, the rear wheel had passed over the little fellow’s head, which was crushed beyond recognition. The father was so grief stricken that he was unable to speak for many minutes after reaching Bridgeport, to which place he ran for assistance.

Oct 19, 1906

William Kirkwood

William Kirkwood, a son of Dan Kirkwood, who lives 12 miles north of Davenport, and who was taken to St. Lukes hospital in Spokane, a couple of weeks ago to be operated on for appendicitis, died there last week from the effects of the operation. His body was taken to Colfax for interment. (LCT-Friday)

Oct 26, 1906

P. J. Peyton

P. J. Peyton died at the Sacred Heart hospital in Spokane Wednesday morning from what is reported to be heart failure caused by la grippe. The funeral services were held Monday in Spokane. Quite a number of Sprague friends attended the funeral. Until recently the deceased was one of the big land owners of this vicinity. He owned the Balfe ranch south of town which he sold last fall for a good round sum of money.—Sprague Independent. (LCT)

Oct 26, 1906

Mrs. W. Hamilton

Mrs. W. Hamilton, who until last spring was Mrs. A. B. Greenshields, died at her home about 8 miles northwest of town Monday morning. The news of her death came as a shock to her many friends living here, as she was a large, healthy-looking woman, although it is said she was suffering from dropsy and a complication of diseases. She was married to Mr. Hamilton in California last spring and they made their home on her ranch near Larene where she had lived for many years. Mrs. Hamilton was an exceptionally good neighbor, kindhearted and generous and beloved by all who knew her. The funeral services were held Tuesday at the family residence and her body laid to rest in Mountain View Cemetery in Davenport. (LCT)

Oct 26, 1906

Mrs. Molly Witt

Mrs. Molly Witt, wife of August Witt, a well known farmer living near Sprague, died Wednesday of consumption. Mrs. Witt was well known in that locality, and had a large number of friends. (LCT)

Oct 26, 1906

Tom Scanlon

Thomas Scanlon, who was taken to a Spokane sanitarium seriously ill on Wednesday of last week, died there Friday afternoon. His death was entirely unexpected and came as a shock here to his friends on hearing of his demise. He had been a resident of Davenport the past five years and had been engaged in tending bar until last spring when he purchased the Monogram bar of which he was proprietor when he died. He was a member of the Eagles’ lodge and members of that order went to Spokane to make arrangements for his funeral. His people who live in the east were communicated with and it was decided to ship his body to Calumet, Mich, where his brother lives. (LCT)

Nov 2, 1906

Martin Reich

Nov 2, 1906

“son” of Alfred Long

On Sunday last the youngest son of Mr. and Mrs. Alfred Long near Mondovi, died from ptomaine poisoning. The supposed cause was from meat, but it is not definitely known. He was two years old and a very strong, healthy child. The family has our sincere sympathy in their loss. The remains were buried at Mountain View Cemetery on Monday, Rev. Long of Creston officiating. (LCT)

Nov 6, 1906-monuments

Mondovi item: Cal Simmons of Davenport erected two monuments in Pleasant View Cemetery, one on the grave of Mrs. Stanley, the other for George Betz. (Edit: Tomstone reads d. Dec 25, 1905 of George Betz, and d. July 11, 1905 of Mrs. Elmina Stanley.)

Nov 9, 1906

Earline Graff

Typhoid fever is prevalent in the Harrington Wheat Belt, physicians having several cases under care. Only one proved fatal. Earline Graff, little daughter of Fred Graff, who lives two miles south of town, died Saturday. Others under the physician’s care are “Grandma” Cardwell, Robert Brugger and S. E. Scott. The funeral of little Earline Graff, who died from typhoid fever here Saturday, was held Monday, interment being made in the Harrington Cemetery. (Harrington News in LCT)

Nov 9, 1906

“Grandma” Cardwell

“Grandma” Cardwell, mother of Mrs. W. M. Miller, Thomas and Alex Cardwell of this place died at her home here Saturday after a lingering illness from pneumonia. Funeral services were held at the Baptist church Monday, Rev. I. S. Leonard officiating. Interment took place in the Harrington Cemetery. Deceased was 76 years old and a pioneer of Lincoln County. (Harrington News-LCT)

Nov 9, 1906

Doc Herchimer

Dr. Geo. F .Herchimer, an old and well known resident of the North Egypt country, died there last Saturday morning. Mr. Herchimer was about 56 years old and had been a resident of Egypt the past 12 years and for the past two years had lived on the Tom Snyder ranch. He was quite well known in and around Davenport. His only known relative is a brother who lives in Manitoba. His remains were interred in Frans Cemetery at Egypt last Sunday. (LCT)Nov 16, 1906 Dr. George Herchimer died on the morning of November 3^rd. His end was sudden and unexpected, although it was often predicted that he would drop off in that way. He complained of not feeling well on Wednesday and T M Snyder kept a watch over him until Friday when Charlie Snyder went down and stayed over night with him and about 4 AM Saturday he died suddenly. His brother who lives in Manitoba was notified of his death and wired W. G. Duncan to attend to his burial as it was impossible for him to attend. Dr. Herchimer was an old timer here and had he been able to resist the drink habit he could have built up a good practice and been independent, but that terrible habit that brings so many people to ruin was his king. However, the Doctor was respected as a neighbor and citizen, being worse to himself than to anyone else. (Egypt News of LCT)

Nov 23, 1906

Mrs. Katherine Fraser

Mrs. Katherine Fraser died last Sunday at the home of her sons, R. and S. Fraser, 5 miles NW of Creston, aged 88 years and 5 months; the cause of death being natural decay. The body was shipped from here on Wednesday to her former home at Alexandria, for interment, being accompanied by her son, R. Fraser and her grandson, Archie Cameron, who were met on the way by other sons who live in Alberta, and who went on to Alexandria with them. Mrs. Fraser came west with her son and family 18 months ago, living with them in Creston until last spring, when they moved to the ranch. Six sons survive her, besides a number of grandchildren and great grandchildren.—Creston News (Citizen)

Nov 23, 1906-notes

Emil Balmer

Emil Balmer drowned at Astoria, Oregon, brother of Fred Balmer and John Balmer of Edwall.

Dec 7, 1906

Ralph E. Mower

Last Saturday Ralph E. Mower, about 20 years old, a nephew of A. W., Chas, and A. B. Turner, died at the home of the latter, after an illness of three or four weeks with acute asthma. His home was Duluth, MN, but not being in the best of health, he has been living with his uncle, A B Turner, the past two years. His mother, Mrs. E. E. Mower, was notified of his approaching death but did not arrive here until Monday night. His brother, B. Mower, was also here to attend the funeral which was held at the Presbyterian church Tuesday. His remains were laid to rest in Mountain View Cemetery.—Lincoln County Times (Citizen)