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Review and Herald Publishing Association · Takoma Park Station, Washington, D. C. · Dec 11, 1913

Obituaries

Swope.— Minnie Ince Swope, youngest child of Mr. and Mrs. D. B. Swope, was born April 28, 1912, and died Nov. 16, 1913. The sorrowing parents are strong in hope, and look forward to the resurrection morning. Clarence Santee.

Rachar.— James Edward Rachar was born at Bawlf, Alberta, Canada, Aug. 20, 1910, and died near Innisfail, Oct. 20, 1913. His death was caused by the accidental discharge of a rifle. He was an only child, but the bereaved parents are comforted by the “blessed hope.” P. P. Adams.

Eye.— Brother James F. Eye was born in West Virginia, July 22, 1849, and died at Poplar Bluff, Mo., Nov. 16, 1913. The deceased accepted this truth about twelve years ago, and was an earnest, consistent Christian. For some time he was engaged in the canvassing work. Brother Eye was highly respected by all who knew him. His companion, five children, two brothers, and many friends mourn their loss, but not without hope. We laid him away to await the call of the Life-giver. M. M. Jackson.

Sudduth.— Sarah Jane Mitchell was born in DeKalb County, Georgia, Dec. 17, 1852, and died at Red Oak, Ga., Nov. 22, 1913, aged 60 years, 11 months, and 5 days. In 1872 she was united in marriage to W. A. Sudduth. Ten children were born to them, nine of whom, with the husband and father, are left to mourn. In 1894 Sister Sudduth embraced the truths held by this people, and was baptized by Elder G. W. Wells. She was a patient sufferer for several years before her death. The funeral services were conducted by the writer. O. Montgomery.

Boutwell.— Harry C. Boutwell was born in West Fitchburg, Mass., Oct. 8, 1895. When he was fourteen years old, it was discovered that he had tuberculosis, and the greater part of the last four years was spent in sanitariums, but without avail. He passed quietly away at the Municipal Tuberculosis Hospital in Fitchburg, Mass., Nov. 13, 1913. He leaves one brother and four sisters, with many other relatives and friends, to mourn their loss. Two years ago he was baptized and united with the Seventh-day Adventist Church. He gave true evidence of his love for God and his Word. O. F. Butcher.

Harris.— Died at the home of his parents, in Melrose, Mass., Nov. 17, 1913, Leonard Harris, oldest son of Brother and Sister Chapin Harris, in the twenty-ninth year of his age. Leonard’s death came as a great shock to his relatives and many friends, as his sickness covered only one week. He was an industrious, trustworthy young man. His habits were most exemplary in every way, and in his home life he was affectionate and kind. His parents, two brothers, and three sisters, besides many other relatives and friends, mourn their great loss. Elder G. B. Starr and the writer conducted the funeral services. K. C. Russell.

Norris.— Percy Dale, son of A. C. and Eliza Norris, of Oakland, Oregon, was born Dec. 5, 1912, and died Aug. 18, 1913, aged 8 months and 13 days. The parents feel their loss very keenly, but are comforted by the hope of the resurrection morning soon to come. Mrs. W. E. Cook.

Nelson.— Bina Nelson died in Helsingborg, Sweden, Oct. 15, 1913, aged 57 years and 3 days. In 1884, while residing in the State of Minnesota, she embraced the faith held by Seventh-day Adventists. She fell asleep firm in the faith, and confident of a part in the resurrection of the righteous. Her husband and one daughter are left to mourn. Words of consolation were spoken by Elder J. C. Raft, of Copenhagen. O. Nelson.

Shager.— Ole Shager was laid to rest in the Rosehill Cemetery near Parker, S. Dak., Nov. 1, 1913. About twelve years ago he was converted during a tent effort conducted by Elder Luther Warren, and until his death was a faithful Christian. His life was a gentle, earnest testimony for the truth, a revelation of the power of the gospel to save man from sin. For many years he was the elder of the Parker Seventh-day Adventist Church. D. H. Buller. (Northern Union Reaper, please copy)

Crane.— Grace May Banks was born Nov. 2, 1883, at Fremont, Mich., and died at the hospital in Medicine Hat, Alberta, Canada, Oct. 18, 1913. On Nov. 12, 1901, she was married to John A. Crane, Jr., of Chesaning, Mich. To this union were born three sons and one daughter. Her companion, three sons, parents, three sisters, and one brother survive. Grace had a loving, generous disposition, and was ever willing to serve others. No Adventist minister being available, the funeral service was conducted by Pastor Morrow, of the Presbyterian Church. Mr. and Mrs. Benj. F. Banks.

Flowers.— Margarette Emma Ray was born Sept. 14, 1854, and died at her home near Sherman, Tex., Nov. 8, 1913, after an illness of only three days. July 17, 1873, she was united in marriage to W. M. Flowers. Of their three children, two survive,—one son, and one daughter, the wife of Elder J. I. Taylor. In 1880 the deceased attended tent-meetings held in Savoy, Tex., by Elder R. M. Kilgore, and accepted the Sabbath truth, although she did not fully identify herself with this people until recently. We laid her to rest until the Life-giver comes. Robert W. Leach.

Linscott.— Sydney H. Linscott was born at Brownfield, Maine, and died in Brattleboro, Vt., Sept. 2, 1913. He was married twice, and was the father of five children. Until the last year he made his home in Brownfield, Maine, but recently moved to Jamaica, Vt. Brother Linscott was industrious in his work, kind and considerate in his family, helpful and hopeful in the church, and earnest in his service of the Lord. His influence was widely felt in the community, and his many neighbors and friends, together with the bereaved companion and children, mourn his death. The funeral services were conducted by the writer. Franklin B. Nelson.

Crawford.— Marian C. Crawford was born in Paris, Maine, Sept. 12, 1829, and died in Monroe, Wis., Oct. 25, 1913, aged 84 years. Her parents removed from Maine to Warren, Ill., when she was twenty-five years old. Three years later she was married to Deloss Truesdial. Some years after his death she was united in marriage to Franklin Crawford (deceased), of Kankakee, Ill. Although Sister Crawford had no children of her own, she ever took a deep interest in children, and did what she could to help them. Three sisters and two brothers are left to mourn. Our sister embraced the faith held by Seventh-day Adventists when she was fifteen years of age, and ever remained loyal. At the time of her death she was the oldest Sabbath-keeper in Wisconsin, having observed the Sabbath for seventy years. She sleeps in Jesus “until the day break, and the shadows flee away.” W. H. Thurston.

Larson.— Laura J. Larson, née Johnson, was born in Småland, Sweden. When she was three years old, the family came to the United States. In 1904 she was married to L. O. Larson in Los Angeles, Cal., at which time the writer first met them. Sister Larson was a devoted Seventh-day Adventist for thirteen years. After a short illness she fell asleep in Jesus, Nov. 8, 1913. She is survived by her husband, one daughter, and a stepdaughter. S. T. Hare.

Freeman.— Mrs. Jennie Freeman, aged 61 years, 10 months, and 13 days, died at her home in Spencer, Ohio, Nov. 17, 1913. She was a devoted member of the Spencer church for over thirty years. Her last service for the church was the raising of money for some needed improvements. She was a happy, earnest Christian. The funeral service was largely attended; and at her request the writer officiated, speaking from Ps. 116:15, a text which she had chosen. Her companion survives. D. E. Lindsey.

Schoberg.— Edward William Schoberg was born in Pottawattamie County, Iowa, Jan. 19, 1882, and died in Sioux City, Iowa, Oct. 22, 1913. Four years ago he was married to Miss Maud Hatlar. The deceased suffered intensely for several weeks preceding his death. Although he made no profession of religion in later years, his early religious training had its influence upon his life, and just before he died he made his peace with God. His companion, mother, and one sister were present at the funeral services. W. A. McKibben.

Woodard.— Died at Stockton, N. Y., Nov. 6, 1913, A. L. Woodard, aged 77 years and 5 days. Brother Woodard was a veteran of the civil war. Thirty years ago his attention was called to the consistency of Bible truth by Elder E. T. Russell. Up to that time he had been an infidel. From his first acceptance of the message the deceased was established. In a quiet, determined way he constantly lived the truth. His influence extended, and the many who knew him spoke of his devotion to his chosen profession and of his life of honor and integrity. The G. A. R. was in attendance at the funeral service. H. W. Carr.

Harding.— Miss Mary C. Harding, daughter of Dr. G. F. Harding, of Marion, Ohio, and sister of Mrs. H. Votaw, of Rangoon, Burma, died Oct. 29, 1913. In her death the Marion church loses one of its most faithful members. She was a Christian practically all her life, and during the last seventeen years was employed as a teacher in the Ohio State School for the Blind. Her tender sympathy and devotion to her work won the love of the faculty and of all the children who came under her care. Her consistent life proved to her associates that she was loyal to her God and in harmony with his teachings. The deceased was one of those rare characters whose greatest pleasure is in serving others. The good she did will be remembered by thousands of friends and acquaintances, who join her aged father and brothers and sisters in mourning her death. H. M. Jump.

Adams.— Rebecca Adams, née Reeder, was born in Indiana, Dec. 25, 1821, and died at the home of her daughter, in Ottawa, Kans., Aug. 7, 1913, aged 91 years, 7 months, and 12 days. She was married in 1837 to Eli H. Adams. They were pioneers in Iowa, where they settled in 1839. Ten children were born to them, seven of whom survive. Mother was converted at an early age. In 1866 her attention was first called to the third angel’s message, its truths being brought to her by her eldest daughter and son. Her children all adhere to the faith professed by their parents. She was the only girl in her father’s large family, and on account of poverty had no educational advantages, she therefore educated herself and assisted my father in his education during the early days of their married life. Mother was always true to duty, strong in faith, deeply in earnest, and had great power in prayer. The funeral was conducted by W. H. Clark. J. W. Adams.

Boyle.— Mrs. Clara J. Boyle was born at Bolivar, N. Y., Oct. 21, 1849, and died at Clearfield, Pa., Nov. 14, 1913. In 1901 she was led to accept the third angel’s message under the labors of Elders W. H. Smith and Charles Baierle, becoming a charter member of the Clearfield church, and remaining faithful until her death. She had a wide circle of friends, who, with her eight remaining children and other relatives, are left to mourn. B. F. Kneeland.

Hilton.— Mrs. M. J. Hilton died Oct. 12, 1913, at her home in Kooskia, Idaho, aged 62 years, 9 months, and 12 days. She was born near Albany, N. Y. The family later removed to Wisconsin, where she was married to James Hilton. The deceased embraced this message about thirty-nine years ago, and it was always precious to her, especially during the last few years of her life. Four children deeply mourn their loss. Words of consolation were spoken from 1 Cor. 13:52–55 and kindred texts. Cora Alcorn.

Haley.— Anna E. Haley, wife of S. L. Haley, was born in Arkansas, Dec. 9, 1863, and died at Albany, Oregon, Oct. 9, 1913. She was the mother of fifteen children, nine of whom are living and were present at the funeral. About sixteen years ago the deceased heard the third angel’s message presented by C. N. Martin, in Montana, and accepted present truth. She was faithful to the last, and we are confident that she will have a part in the first resurrection. Words of consolation were spoken by the writer from Ps. 91:15. N. C. Ernston.

Calkins.— Fell asleep at Bear Lake, Wis., Nov. 17, 1913, after a long and painful illness, Sister Sarah A. Calkins, aged 75 years. She was born in Massachusetts, and came to Wisconsin many years ago, where she was married to Weldon Calkins. They accepted the Sabbath truth some twenty years ago through the labors of Elders Isaac Sanborn and Charles Smith. When the Bear Lake Seventh-day Adventist Church was organized in 1900, the deceased became one of the charter members. Sister Calkins was a faithful, cheerful Christian, and an active member in the church and Sabbath-school. She is the last of her family to enter the valley of death, and few kin are left to mourn. J. B. Scott.

Nelson.— John E. Nelson was born Sept. 25, 1882, in Clinton, Iowa, and died in Pomona, Cal., Nov. 7, 1913, aged 31 years, 1 month, and 12 days. His aged parents, five brothers, and three sisters survive. The deceased was a traveling man, and made no profession of Christianity. However, he had a high regard for religion, and was especially impressed with the truths taught by Seventh-day Adventists. Through his long illness he was cared for by Adventist relatives, and though many prayers ascended to the throne of grace in his behalf, he failed to yield to the Saviour until the last few days of his life. Then the surrender seemed complete, and he went peacefully to rest. Funeral services were conducted by the writer. J. W. Adams.

Wohlcke.— Katherina C. Wohlcke was born May 14, 1851, in Schleswig-Holstein, Germany. With her parents she came to the United States in 1869. It was on that voyage that she met her life companion, Henry E. Wohlcke. They were married May 28, 1870, in the city of New York, and lived happily together for forty-three years, when the wife died at their home in Nederland, near Boulder, Colo., Oct. 26, 1913, aged 62 years, 5 months, and 12 days. In 1901 she contracted the disease which finally caused her death, and in 1910 became blind. This was a sore trial, but she bore all her suffering patiently, and learned to praise God for all things. For twenty-five years she was an earnest believer in present truth. Her companion, three children, her father, and three brothers survive. The writer conducted the funeral services, with the assistance of Pastor McLelland of the Presbyterian Church. L. A. Spring.

Riley.— Roscoe V. Riley, infant son of Mr. and Mrs. Vose Riley, of Beebe, Ark., died Oct. 13, 1913. His brief life was only 3 months and 19 days. We buried him in the hope that his parents will have grace to lay hold of the eternal truths of the gospel, so that they, with the faithful grandmother, may meet their darling in the coming resurrection morning. Lars F. Hansen.

Vogle.— Mrs. J. G. Vogle was born in Pittsburgh, Pa., Oct. 24, 1848, and died Oct. 26, 1913, at her home in Huron, S. Dak., aged 65 years and 2 days. She was married to Mr. J. G. Vogle in 1868. Her companion and six of their twelve children survive. The deceased accepted present truth over thirty years ago, and her zeal and enthusiasm in this message became more apparent as the days passed by. The funeral service was largely attended by sympathizing friends and relatives. Text, Titus 2:11–13. M. E. Anderson.

Wilson.— Miss Alor Maud Wilson died at the home of her parents, in Mabelvale, Ark., after a lingering illness, July 24, 1913, aged 21 years, 10 months, and 23 days. She was a model Christian, being faithful to her profession of the truth even against strong worldly influences. The memory of her noble Christian character is cherished by the bereaved parents, brothers, and sisters, and friends. Her death resulted in the awakening of some, who determined at all cost to meet her in the first resurrection. Lars F. Hansen.

Markert.— Sarah E. Lorah Markert was born at Defiance, Ohio, Jan. 16, 1866, and died at Sheridan, Wyo., Nov. 6, 1913. She was married to Jacob Markert June 25, 1894. To this union was born one daughter, who is now a student in Union College. Sister Markert accepted present truth about thirteen years ago under the labors of Elder O. S. Ferren and Brother E. L. Cook, and she continued to walk faithfully in the Christian pathway until her death. Words of comfort were spoken by the writer from Rev. 14:13. H. E. Reeder.

Shortley.— Benjamin Shortley, of Stanford, Mont., was born in St. John, New Brunswick, and died Sept. 10, 1913. His death resulted from injuries received when struck by a passenger-train at Dover, Mont. He accepted present truth in 1900 under the labors of Elder J. H. Behrens, and was an earnest Christian, highly esteemed by all who knew him. His companion, five daughters, and one son are left to mourn their loss. Funeral services were conducted by Pastor Donaldson, of the Methodist Church at Lewistown, Mont. John M. Campbell.

Smith.— Died at her home in Richmond, Ohio, Sister Corelia Julia Smith. She was born in Ohio, Oct. 14, 1848, and fell asleep in the blessed hope Oct. 28, 1913. Sister Smith accepted present truth during a tent effort conducted by Elders R. A. Underwood and O. F. Guilford thirty-two years ago. Although isolated from those of like faith and having no church privileges, she continued faithful, and reared her two children in the fear of God. A large concourse of relatives and friends gathered at the funeral service to pay her a last tribute of love and respect. C. P. Haskell.

Barley.— James L. Barley, son of Henry Barley, was born near Marion, Ind., April 5, 1851, and died Oct. 21, 1913, at Denver, Colo. The deceased was married to Miss Louisa Gorden on Oct. 2, 1872. Four children were born to them, all of whom, with the wife and mother, survive. While Brother Barley’s home was in Marion and its vicinity, he spent some time in the Southern States, engaged in the lumber business. He was a prosperous business man and highly respected. He loved the third angel’s message although he never united with the church. Fully one thousand persons were in attendance at the funeral service, at which words of consolation were spoken from Job 14:14 by request. A. L. Miller.

Kellogg.— Clarissa E. Kellogg was born Nov. 14, 1864, at Princeville, Ill., and fell asleep in Jesus Nov. 22, 1913, at her home in Peoria, Ill., aged 49 years and 8 days. She is survived by her devoted husband, who was her constant attendant during her long illness, and by their two daughters and one son. At an early age she dedicated her all to the Master’s service, and lived a quiet, earnest Christian life. A. J. Clark.

Marr.— Daniel C. Marr was born in Missouri, Dec. 15, 1866, and died in Wichita, Kans., Nov. 14, 1913. On Dec. 21, 1890, the deceased was united in marriage to Anna C. Aubley. To this union were born three daughters, who, with the wife and mother, the aged parents, and one brother, are left to mourn. Brother Marr was in poor health for several years. He fell asleep peacefully, in the full assurance of a part in the first resurrection. Funeral services were in charge of Elder B. H. Shaw and the writer. N. T. Sutton.

Hopkins.— Ellen Clark Hopkins was born in Tennessee, Jan. 21, 1843, and died in Kansas City, Mo., Oct. 28, 1913. The most of her life was spent in Missouri, where her parents moved when she was a child. While Missouri and Kansas were united as a mission field of the General Conference, she accepted present truth, and became a charter member of the Rockville Seventh-day Adventist Church. Her life was consistent with her profession, and she died in full hope of a part in the first resurrection. Six children survive. L. W. Terry.

Baxter.— Alexander M. Baxter was born March 29, 1847, in Henry County, Indiana. The greater portion of his life was spent in that State. He was united in marriage with Mrs. Hattie Hartman May 6, 1880, and to them were born four children. Brother Baxter’s death occurred very suddenly on May 20, 1913, at his home, near Hastings, Okla., at the age of 66 years, 1 month, and 21 days. He is survived by his companion, five children, one stepson, a foster-daughter, three brothers, and one sister. The deceased was a faithful member of the Adventist Church for almost forty years. Words of comfort were spoken by the writer from Rev. 14:13. U. B. Dake.

Willson.— William J. Willson died at Red Cloud, Nebr., at the age of 77 years and 20 days. He was taught this message by his mother, and united with the Seventh-day Adventist Church in 1861. The same year he was united in marriage with Miss Amelia Butler. Two children were born to this union. He spent a number of years doing missionary work in Nebraska, but in 1905 went to labor in Omaha, Cuba, where a company of Sabbath-keepers was raised up through his efforts. There his companion was laid to rest in 1909. A little over a year later Brother Willson was married to Mrs. Ann D. Alden, of Red Cloud, Nebr., and returned to Cuba, where he spent his all for the cause he loved. His companion and two sons are left to mourn. E. L. Cook.

Bartholomew.— Fidelio Niles Bartholomew was born in London, Ontario, Dec. 30, 1843, and died in Huntsville, Ala., Oct. 15, 1913. When the deceased was eighteen years of age, his parents moved to the State of Michigan, and the same year he heard present truth preached by Elders M. E. Cornell and I. D. Van Horn. He accepted the message, and was an earnest Seventh-day Adventist for fifty-three years. Brother Bartholomew was present at the first camp-meeting held by this denomination, at Wright, Mich. He loved the great truths for which we as a people stand, and delighted to dwell upon the evidences of the Lord’s soon coming and the glories of the resurrection. He was married to Angeline Huff at Rochester, Mich. Three sons were born to them. His second wife was Sarah Downing, who died in 1911. Last year he came with his two daughters to the Oakwood Manual Training-school, where he passed away. T. H. Jeys.

Hogan.— Mrs. Mary Hogan was born at Lucknow, Ontario, Nov. 1, 1864, and died in Hancock, Mich., Oct. 21, 1913, aged 48 years, 11 months, and 20 days. The deceased accepted present truth about ten years ago at Calumet, Mich., and was a devoted Christian, loved by all who knew her. We feel confident that she sleeps in Jesus and will have a part in the first resurrection. E. F. Peterson.

Shimmin.— William E. Shimmin was born May 27, 1854, at Farmington, Ill., and died Oct. 20, 1913, at Lehi, near Kankakee, Ill. He was married to Elizabeth Savage Feb. 29, 1892, who, with their three children, survives. The deceased became a Christian early in life, and later united with the Seventh-day Adventist Church. He was held in high esteem as a Christian and an upright man by all who knew him. Funeral services were conducted by the writer, assisted by the Methodist and Presbyterian ministers. G. E. Langdon.

Peters.— Sarah Peters, née Toewe, was born in Russia, near the Volga River, May 17, 1859. She was married to Henry Peters, and with his parents they moved to Turkestan, Asia. Later, in order to obtain religious liberty, they came to the United States, finally settling at Rusk, Okla. Sister Peters was converted at the age of fifteen, and later, with her husband, joined the Seventh-day Adventist Church, of which she remained a faithful member until her death. The funeral service was largely attended. Ten children and three brothers survive. W. R. Hanson.

Kennedy.— Edward M. Kennedy was born in Butler County, Ohio, Oct. 8, 1852, and came to his death by accident at Muncie, Ind., Oct. 8, 1913, being 61 years of age. In January, 1875, he was married to Surilda J. Penrose, of Millersburg, Ind. Six children were born to them, of whom five, with the wife and mother, are left to mourn. A brother of the deceased is also living. Brother Kennedy chose for his profession that of editor and publisher. He lent his influence to the cause of temperance, at one time publishing a periodical devoted to prohibition. Failing health compelled him to give up his work, and he turned his attention to farming and gardening. Through the reading of tracts sent him by a friend, he was led to accept the truths held by Seventh-day Adventists, and at the time of his death he was elder of the Muncie (Ind.) church. C. N. Sanders.