HIGHLY RESPECTED LADY RELIEVED OF CARES AND WORRY
Died Within Less Than Six Months After Death of Husband.
The Maker has again seen fit to remove from our midst a highly respected and esteemed citizen when on Sunday Mrs Eleanor Kelly, widow of J. E. Kelly was called to her eternal reward. Deceased had been ailing for several years with a complication of diseases and it was last May when she and her husband consulted the Mayos at Rochester that Mr Kelly passed suddenly away while eating at a hotel.
But little hopes were entertained for her recovery after that visit and she returned to await the end. She was a constant sufferer but was able to be up at times until the Wednesday preceeding. Sunday evening about 5:30 she called each of the children to her side and being assured that everything was all right she patiently awaited the end which finally came at 10:30 that night to relieve her of her sufferings.
Eleanor Rynn was born at Brocklinn, Dane county WI on March1, 1860 and was 61 years of age at the time of death. On Nov 7, 1877 she was married to James E. Kelly at Mason City IA. They came to Dakota Territory in 1883 and settled on a farm in Dixon township the place they still own and moved to Vienna in 1907 and retired from farm life.
The surviving children are Mrs James Mulcrone, Cando NM; Mrs James Foy, James R. Kelly and Miss Tressa Kelly of Vienna. Mrs. Mulcrone arrived Monday to attend the funeral. One brother John Rynn of Dixon township also survives.
Funeral services were held at St. John's Catholic church Wednesday morning at 10 o'clock, the pastor Rev. Father Martyn officiating and the church was filled to capacity with friends to pay final respects to a departed friend. The remains were taken to Bryant and interment made in the cemetery in the family lot beside the remains of her husband.
Mrs Kelly led a quiet and Christian life and her mission in life has been fully accomplished. She had a wide and lasting acquaintance, every one a staunch friend and the entire community hereby extends to the sorrowing children and brother heartfelt sympathy.
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Friday, June 27, 2008
Raymond Hanson abt 1921
The remains of Raymond Hanson, Vienna's hero of the World War, who made the supreme sacrifice, now lay in the final resting place, the family lot in New Hope cemetery 10 miles east of Vienna.
The body, accompanied by a guard arrived here Saturday evening and the local American Legion Post, named in honor of the deceased, acted as escort to the home. All business houses in the village were closed to pay tribute to the departed one.
Service in charge of the pastor, Rev. Thoresen were conducted at the home at 12:30 Sunday afternoon and were followed by very impressive ceremonies at the Community building. The American Legion Post had charge of the funeral and the boys turned out in large numbers, the Bryant post also being largely represented. Rev. Hall of Bryant gave a splendid address fitting for the occasion which added greatly to the impressiveness of the services.
Six of his former buddies acted as pall bearers, color bearer, a firing squad and several squads of uniformed ex-service men lined up in the procession and the largest crowd ever assembled for a funeral in this community gathered to pay their due respect to a true soldier who had sacrificed his all for his country. The procession was several miles long and the military
clipping cuts off here. Clark County SD newspaper, circa 1921.
The body, accompanied by a guard arrived here Saturday evening and the local American Legion Post, named in honor of the deceased, acted as escort to the home. All business houses in the village were closed to pay tribute to the departed one.
Service in charge of the pastor, Rev. Thoresen were conducted at the home at 12:30 Sunday afternoon and were followed by very impressive ceremonies at the Community building. The American Legion Post had charge of the funeral and the boys turned out in large numbers, the Bryant post also being largely represented. Rev. Hall of Bryant gave a splendid address fitting for the occasion which added greatly to the impressiveness of the services.
Six of his former buddies acted as pall bearers, color bearer, a firing squad and several squads of uniformed ex-service men lined up in the procession and the largest crowd ever assembled for a funeral in this community gathered to pay their due respect to a true soldier who had sacrificed his all for his country. The procession was several miles long and the military
clipping cuts off here. Clark County SD newspaper, circa 1921.
Mrs. Hans Helgesen circa 1920
obit does not give her first name
Mrs. Hans Helgesen, who has been sick for the past 2 and one half years, passed away last Friday, July 2. Deceased was a daughter of Hans and Agnetta Larsen and one of eleven children. She was born in St. Olaf March 27, 1880 and was baptized and confirmed in the Norway Congregation.
October 13th she was married to Hans Helgesen, a son of Peder and Joran Helgesen and this union was blessed with once child, who preceded the mother in death.
Mr and Mrs Helgesen lived in St. Olaf for about 3 years after they were married and later moved on to the Helgesen farm about one mile west of St. Olaf, where they have lived ever since.
Everything that medical skill and human kindness could do for Mrs Helgesen was done, but to no avail. Home physicians treated her, she received most tender care, especially from her mother-in-law Mrs Peder Helgesen. She was treated at Thomas hospital at two different times, only to answer the final summons on Friday, July 2.
Deceased was a devoted member of the Norway church and a true believer in God. Shortly before her death she received the Lord's Supper in which she found strength and the assurance that her sins were forgiven and that she was cleansed in the blood of Jesus.
The funeral was held last Monday afternoon with services at the home and Norway church with Rev. A. Arvesen officiating.
Mrs Helgesen's untimely death is mourned by a devoted husband, and adopted daughter, an old father, one sister, five brothers and a dear mother-in-law, who has done so much for the one that has left, besides many other relatives and friends.
Mrs. Hans Helgesen, who has been sick for the past 2 and one half years, passed away last Friday, July 2. Deceased was a daughter of Hans and Agnetta Larsen and one of eleven children. She was born in St. Olaf March 27, 1880 and was baptized and confirmed in the Norway Congregation.
October 13th she was married to Hans Helgesen, a son of Peder and Joran Helgesen and this union was blessed with once child, who preceded the mother in death.
Mr and Mrs Helgesen lived in St. Olaf for about 3 years after they were married and later moved on to the Helgesen farm about one mile west of St. Olaf, where they have lived ever since.
Everything that medical skill and human kindness could do for Mrs Helgesen was done, but to no avail. Home physicians treated her, she received most tender care, especially from her mother-in-law Mrs Peder Helgesen. She was treated at Thomas hospital at two different times, only to answer the final summons on Friday, July 2.
Deceased was a devoted member of the Norway church and a true believer in God. Shortly before her death she received the Lord's Supper in which she found strength and the assurance that her sins were forgiven and that she was cleansed in the blood of Jesus.
The funeral was held last Monday afternoon with services at the home and Norway church with Rev. A. Arvesen officiating.
Mrs Helgesen's untimely death is mourned by a devoted husband, and adopted daughter, an old father, one sister, five brothers and a dear mother-in-law, who has done so much for the one that has left, besides many other relatives and friends.
Viola Bernice Olina Hanson circa 1921
Little Viola Bernice Olina Hanson, daughter of Mr and Mrs Peter Hanson of this village, brief mention of whose death was made in last weeks Register, passed away at a hospital in Watertown last Thursday morning at the age of 4 years. The little one was given every care and attention bu the Maker seen fit to claim her. The funeral was held Saturday afternoon at 1 o'clock from the home and later at the Lutheran church, Rev. Arneson the pastor officiating at the last sad rites. Four little girls acted as pall bearers. Grace Johnson of Huron, Luella Foley, Velva Froke and Mildred Munson of Vienna. The remains were laid to rest in Pleasant Hill Cemetery west of town. The little girl was a bright and cheerful little Miss and will be greatly missed by her loving parents, brothers, sisters and little playmates and the sorrowing ones have the sympathy of all in their bereavement.
Mary Bruha Knadle d: 1921
Mother of Twelve Children Called to Eternal Reward
Mrs. John M. Knadle, brief mention of whose death was made in last weeks Register, passed away at the Knadle home in Mission, TX on Tuesday morning, March 22nd between the hours of 12 and 4, from heart trouble. Death was very sudden for the lady in company with her husband and son, Albert, had lunch at midnight. She was then in the best of spirits and as usual, jolly. She had been taking medicine for about 2 weeks but was never confined to her bed and it was when Mr. Knadle went to her room about 4 o'clock to give her medicine that he was shocked to find her cold in death. That she passed peacefully away was evident from the position in which she lay, for she was covered to the hips and with her hands folded over her breasts seemed in natural sleep, but she had passed on.
Owing to the great distance between Mission and Vienna the body was hurridly prepared for shipment and they left that afternoon at 1:35, accompanied by Mr. Knadle and daughter, Miss Mable, hoping to reach here Friday evening. However, on account of wrong routing by the agent, they missed connections at Sioux City and were forced to go by way of Huron arriving in Vienna Saturday morning.
Mary Bruha was born in Bohemia, Sept 23, 1860 and died at Mission on March 22, 1921, being 60 years, 6 months and 29 days of age at time of death. When but a girl of 12 years she came to America with her parents and resided at Tuba, WI. On Jan 18, 1881 she was united in marriage to John M. Knadle at Hillsboro WI and in 1886 came to South Dakota, settling on a homestead east of this village, the farm now occupied by a son, Fred. In 1902 they moved to Vienna and engaged in the general merchandise business until 1917 when they sold out to John E. Low and in October of that year moved to Mission where they have made their home, prospered and were happy until death removed the mother.
Besides the loving husband she leaves 12 children, 2 brothers, a sister, many near relatives and a friend in everyone who knew her, to mourn her loss. The children are: Charles of Huron SD; Edward D., Lucca, N.D.; Adolph, Waubay SD; George, Watertown; Fred, Theodore, John R., Mrs. K.E. Seim and Mrs. George Cluts of Vienna; Albert, Earnest and Mable, Mission. The brothers are Jake Bruha of this village and Joe Bruha at Wonewoc WI, the sister Mrs John Jafek at Glencoe OK. The latter two were unable to be present at the funeral on account of sickness in the family. All the children except Albert and Earnest of Mission were in attendance.
The funeral was to be held Sunday afternoon but owing to the severe snow storm Saturday night it was postponed until Monday afternoon. Services were held at the John R. Knadle home after which the body was taken to the Congregational Church, Rev. Juell of Aberdeen conducting the last rites. The church was packed and many were forced to remain outside. The floral offerings were many and beautiful and Rev. Juell preached a splendid and consoling sermon. The remains were taken to the Dixon cemetery and interred in the family lot.
Mrs. John M. Knadle loved by every man, woman and child, who had the pleasure of knowing her, was a lady of the highest type. She with her husband were among the sturdy pioneers who went through the hardships of the earlier days, but who never lost hope and they were well repaid in prosperity and the staunch friendship of all the people for miles around.
Mrs. John M. Knadle, brief mention of whose death was made in last weeks Register, passed away at the Knadle home in Mission, TX on Tuesday morning, March 22nd between the hours of 12 and 4, from heart trouble. Death was very sudden for the lady in company with her husband and son, Albert, had lunch at midnight. She was then in the best of spirits and as usual, jolly. She had been taking medicine for about 2 weeks but was never confined to her bed and it was when Mr. Knadle went to her room about 4 o'clock to give her medicine that he was shocked to find her cold in death. That she passed peacefully away was evident from the position in which she lay, for she was covered to the hips and with her hands folded over her breasts seemed in natural sleep, but she had passed on.
Owing to the great distance between Mission and Vienna the body was hurridly prepared for shipment and they left that afternoon at 1:35, accompanied by Mr. Knadle and daughter, Miss Mable, hoping to reach here Friday evening. However, on account of wrong routing by the agent, they missed connections at Sioux City and were forced to go by way of Huron arriving in Vienna Saturday morning.
Mary Bruha was born in Bohemia, Sept 23, 1860 and died at Mission on March 22, 1921, being 60 years, 6 months and 29 days of age at time of death. When but a girl of 12 years she came to America with her parents and resided at Tuba, WI. On Jan 18, 1881 she was united in marriage to John M. Knadle at Hillsboro WI and in 1886 came to South Dakota, settling on a homestead east of this village, the farm now occupied by a son, Fred. In 1902 they moved to Vienna and engaged in the general merchandise business until 1917 when they sold out to John E. Low and in October of that year moved to Mission where they have made their home, prospered and were happy until death removed the mother.
Besides the loving husband she leaves 12 children, 2 brothers, a sister, many near relatives and a friend in everyone who knew her, to mourn her loss. The children are: Charles of Huron SD; Edward D., Lucca, N.D.; Adolph, Waubay SD; George, Watertown; Fred, Theodore, John R., Mrs. K.E. Seim and Mrs. George Cluts of Vienna; Albert, Earnest and Mable, Mission. The brothers are Jake Bruha of this village and Joe Bruha at Wonewoc WI, the sister Mrs John Jafek at Glencoe OK. The latter two were unable to be present at the funeral on account of sickness in the family. All the children except Albert and Earnest of Mission were in attendance.
The funeral was to be held Sunday afternoon but owing to the severe snow storm Saturday night it was postponed until Monday afternoon. Services were held at the John R. Knadle home after which the body was taken to the Congregational Church, Rev. Juell of Aberdeen conducting the last rites. The church was packed and many were forced to remain outside. The floral offerings were many and beautiful and Rev. Juell preached a splendid and consoling sermon. The remains were taken to the Dixon cemetery and interred in the family lot.
Mrs. John M. Knadle loved by every man, woman and child, who had the pleasure of knowing her, was a lady of the highest type. She with her husband were among the sturdy pioneers who went through the hardships of the earlier days, but who never lost hope and they were well repaid in prosperity and the staunch friendship of all the people for miles around.
Thursday, June 26, 2008
Lyle Breyfogle; shot to death
Young Man Shot at Vienna, Defending Name Girlfriend
Condition said to be serious at hospital here---Assailant is Held at Clark
Lyle Breyfogle, a returned soldier was shot by Fred Portwood and dangerously wounded on the streets of Vienna last night. Rushed to the Luther hospital in Watertown and operation has been performed in an effort to save his life, but attending physicians stated the wound is one that may prove fatal. the bullet from a .32 calibre revolver entered just below his heart, tore a large hole in his stomach and lodged there, surgeons said.
Portwood, caught in the hotel at Vienna a few minutes after the shooting, is being held in the county jail at Clark while States Attorney Logan Berry of Clark county, awaits developments in Breyfogle's condition before preferring charges.
MURDER CHARGE TO FOLLOW DEATH OF LYLE BREYFOGLE
Victim of Shooting at Vienna Dies in Hospital in Watertown
Fred Portwood, the young man arrested in Vienna Friday night following the shooting of Lyle Breyfogle in a street argument, will be charged with murder in the first degree. Breyfogle, who was rushed to the Luther Hospital in Watertown for an operation in an effort to save his life, died of theound early Sunday morning.
States Attn Logan Berry stated this morning that he would bring the charge of murder against Portwood today. Over the long distance telephone this afternoon, however, he stated that he intended to go to Vienna to secure further information before starting proceedings. He said he would drive to Vienna this afternoon and intended to file the murder charge tomorrow.
States Attny Berry said there have been no new developments in the case since the death of Breyfogle yesterday, upon whose recovery or death hinged the action the prosecution intended to take. He said it still appears that the shooting was the result of Breyfogle's threat to attack Portwood on account of remarks the latter made about a girl. The states attorney said Breyfogle and the girl, Miss Mary Flemming, a daughter of one of the prominent and most respected families of Vienna, were engaged to be married.
It is understood that Portwood intends to fight the charge of murder. Although he readily admitted the shooting following his arrest at Vienna, he will claim that he was forced to do in in self defense in his attempt to free himself of conviction of murder.
Breyfogle, who is a returned solider, lost strength rapidly following the operation, which failed to remove the .32 calibre bullet which had wounded him. Entering just below his heart, the bullet tore a large wound in his stomach.
His brother, M. C. Breyfogle, was with him until death. He had no statement to make, however, saying that he knew nothing about the shooting as he was not near the scene when it occurred.
The body of Mr. Breyfogle will be shipped on the Minneapolis and St. Louise eastbound passenger to the boy's home in Manchester IA this evening. It will be accompanied by the brother and Mrs. Minnie Whitman of this city, an aunt. He leaves a cousin, Mrs. Harry Hoff in this city, and is survived by his parents and a sister at Manchester. An uncle, William Ball, resides at Bryant.
Mrs. Whitman said he has been working in the harvest fields near Vienna following his discharge from the service and states that he was engaged to marry the girl, Miss Mary Flemming, whose name he was attempting to defend when he was shot.
No dates available on this clipping, found in old scrapbook...Clark County SD newspaper
Condition said to be serious at hospital here---Assailant is Held at Clark
Lyle Breyfogle, a returned soldier was shot by Fred Portwood and dangerously wounded on the streets of Vienna last night. Rushed to the Luther hospital in Watertown and operation has been performed in an effort to save his life, but attending physicians stated the wound is one that may prove fatal. the bullet from a .32 calibre revolver entered just below his heart, tore a large hole in his stomach and lodged there, surgeons said.
Portwood, caught in the hotel at Vienna a few minutes after the shooting, is being held in the county jail at Clark while States Attorney Logan Berry of Clark county, awaits developments in Breyfogle's condition before preferring charges.
MURDER CHARGE TO FOLLOW DEATH OF LYLE BREYFOGLE
Victim of Shooting at Vienna Dies in Hospital in Watertown
Fred Portwood, the young man arrested in Vienna Friday night following the shooting of Lyle Breyfogle in a street argument, will be charged with murder in the first degree. Breyfogle, who was rushed to the Luther Hospital in Watertown for an operation in an effort to save his life, died of theound early Sunday morning.
States Attn Logan Berry stated this morning that he would bring the charge of murder against Portwood today. Over the long distance telephone this afternoon, however, he stated that he intended to go to Vienna to secure further information before starting proceedings. He said he would drive to Vienna this afternoon and intended to file the murder charge tomorrow.
States Attny Berry said there have been no new developments in the case since the death of Breyfogle yesterday, upon whose recovery or death hinged the action the prosecution intended to take. He said it still appears that the shooting was the result of Breyfogle's threat to attack Portwood on account of remarks the latter made about a girl. The states attorney said Breyfogle and the girl, Miss Mary Flemming, a daughter of one of the prominent and most respected families of Vienna, were engaged to be married.
It is understood that Portwood intends to fight the charge of murder. Although he readily admitted the shooting following his arrest at Vienna, he will claim that he was forced to do in in self defense in his attempt to free himself of conviction of murder.
Breyfogle, who is a returned solider, lost strength rapidly following the operation, which failed to remove the .32 calibre bullet which had wounded him. Entering just below his heart, the bullet tore a large wound in his stomach.
His brother, M. C. Breyfogle, was with him until death. He had no statement to make, however, saying that he knew nothing about the shooting as he was not near the scene when it occurred.
The body of Mr. Breyfogle will be shipped on the Minneapolis and St. Louise eastbound passenger to the boy's home in Manchester IA this evening. It will be accompanied by the brother and Mrs. Minnie Whitman of this city, an aunt. He leaves a cousin, Mrs. Harry Hoff in this city, and is survived by his parents and a sister at Manchester. An uncle, William Ball, resides at Bryant.
Mrs. Whitman said he has been working in the harvest fields near Vienna following his discharge from the service and states that he was engaged to marry the girl, Miss Mary Flemming, whose name he was attempting to defend when he was shot.
No dates available on this clipping, found in old scrapbook...Clark County SD newspaper
Mrs. Charles Anderson
Note: this lady's first name is never used....
Seldom is a community as a whole so thoroughly and greviously shocked as was the case here last Saturday when the _____ forth of the death of Mrs. Charles Anderson. So many of her friends did not know that she was ill and those who visited her sickbed daily did not realize that she was seriously sick. On the 20th of March she was seemingly in her usual health and was performing many acts of loving kindness and helpfulness for those she loved as was her want. She was taken sick that evening with what seemed to be a slight cold, but which quickly developed into pneumonia and on Friday night complications set in and she passed away Saturday eve., March 25gh. Mrs. Anderson was born in Chicago IL Aug 3, 1876 and lived there until 9 years old when she moved with her parents to Clark county and resided on a farm near Vienna until the time of her marriage to the late Charles Anderson, a prominent business man of this place. Mr. Anderson preceded his wife in death a little less than 3 years. He died in a sanitarium whither he had gone, accompanied by his wife, for treatment. July 29, 1908 Mrs. Anderson was a prominent member of teh Royal Neighbor Lodge and when there was a camp here she held the office of oracle some time. Since the Vienna camp became delinquent she has been identified with the camp at Willow Lakes, and conspicuous among the many floral offerings was a magnificient wreath from this camp. In fact a more beautiful floral tribute than was sent in by the sorrowing freinds of Mrs. Anderson has never been seen here, and the telegrams of condolence sent to the bereaved family were many and full of thoughtful words of sympathy and sorrow. Mrs. Anderson leaves to mourn her loss her bereaved father, Philip Mittan, mother Anna Mittan, brother John Mittan of Spokane WA, and sister Mrs. Belle Mittan Johnson. Funeral services were held in St. Mary's Catholic church at Bryant on Tuesday and interment made in the Catholic cemetery there.
Transcribed from clipping in old scrapbook. Clark County SD newspaper circa 1919.
Seldom is a community as a whole so thoroughly and greviously shocked as was the case here last Saturday when the _____ forth of the death of Mrs. Charles Anderson. So many of her friends did not know that she was ill and those who visited her sickbed daily did not realize that she was seriously sick. On the 20th of March she was seemingly in her usual health and was performing many acts of loving kindness and helpfulness for those she loved as was her want. She was taken sick that evening with what seemed to be a slight cold, but which quickly developed into pneumonia and on Friday night complications set in and she passed away Saturday eve., March 25gh. Mrs. Anderson was born in Chicago IL Aug 3, 1876 and lived there until 9 years old when she moved with her parents to Clark county and resided on a farm near Vienna until the time of her marriage to the late Charles Anderson, a prominent business man of this place. Mr. Anderson preceded his wife in death a little less than 3 years. He died in a sanitarium whither he had gone, accompanied by his wife, for treatment. July 29, 1908 Mrs. Anderson was a prominent member of teh Royal Neighbor Lodge and when there was a camp here she held the office of oracle some time. Since the Vienna camp became delinquent she has been identified with the camp at Willow Lakes, and conspicuous among the many floral offerings was a magnificient wreath from this camp. In fact a more beautiful floral tribute than was sent in by the sorrowing freinds of Mrs. Anderson has never been seen here, and the telegrams of condolence sent to the bereaved family were many and full of thoughtful words of sympathy and sorrow. Mrs. Anderson leaves to mourn her loss her bereaved father, Philip Mittan, mother Anna Mittan, brother John Mittan of Spokane WA, and sister Mrs. Belle Mittan Johnson. Funeral services were held in St. Mary's Catholic church at Bryant on Tuesday and interment made in the Catholic cemetery there.
Transcribed from clipping in old scrapbook. Clark County SD newspaper circa 1919.
Anna Framstad D; 1919
On Sunday June 10th, occurred the death of Mrs. Anna Framstad at the home of her son, Amund Lunde. Mrs. Framstad was born March 18, 1828 in Gran Paris, Hudeland, Norway. She was married there in 1858 to Paul Framstad. With her husband and son Nels, she emigrated to this country in 1882. On arriving here they made their home with their son Amund in Moody county. A year later the family moved to this township and homesteaded four miles west of Vienna. They remained on this farm for over 30 years and in 1913 came to Vienna and made their home with their son, Amund. At the time of her death she was 91 years old. Mrs. Framstad was among the first pioneers of this locality and bravely endured the trials and hardships incident to the settlement of a new country. Funeral services were held at the A. P. Lunde home on Thursday, conducted by Rev. L. Thoresen.
Transcribed from clippings in old scrapbook. Clark County SD newspaper.
Transcribed from clippings in old scrapbook. Clark County SD newspaper.
Lars Thompson
Lars Thompson died last Saturday at the home of Tom Johnson. He came to town a few days before so it would be handier for him to take medical treatment. He had been ailing most of the winter, although it was not generally known and his death came as a shock to his many friends. Deceased was a little over 47 years of age and was one of the early pioneers here, having moved to Clark COunty in 1883. Three years later he was united in marriage to Miss Christine Rasmussen, who is left to mourn his loss, also a mother, 3 sisters and one brother. He was a member of the ___U. W. lodge and carried a $_,000 life insurance policy. Funeral services were held at the Lutheran church in town Tuesday forenoon, which were attended by a large number of his old friends and neighbors and his remains laid to rest at the cemetery at the west Lutheran church.
Transcribed from clipping in old scrapbook. There were missing pieces, signified by the blanks. No date on this, but articles surrounding it in the scrapbook are circa 1914-19. Clark County SD newspaper.
Transcribed from clipping in old scrapbook. There were missing pieces, signified by the blanks. No date on this, but articles surrounding it in the scrapbook are circa 1914-19. Clark County SD newspaper.
Joseph Heber d circa 1919
Joseph Heber of Vienna committed suicide by shooting himself last Tuesday eveing. He had been about town all day and seemd to be in the best of spirits. A little before 6 o'clock he telephoned to his wife and asked if there was anything she wanted him to bring home when came to supper. She gave him a list of a few small articles, which he got and took home with him. When he got home he asked if supper was ready, and being told that it was went to the wash stand and started to wash. He seemed to lose his mind at this time, and threw the wash dish across the room and exclaimed "I have got three of them here now, and when the other comes I will get him." This frightened Mrs. Heber, and with the 2 children that were at home, ran out of the house and gave the alarm. As soon as help arrived they entered the house and found him lying in the bedroom with 6 bullet holes through his body within a radius of 5 inches, the last shot passing through the heart. It is thought that financial troubles was the cause of his rash act. Mr. Heber came to Vienna in 1893 and started a hardware store, which he conducted until about a year ago, when he sold out to Riter and Gillis. He was of a very happy, cheerful temperment and was the last person one would expect to commit such an act.
Transcribed from clipping in old scrapbook. Clark COunty, SD newspaper, circa 1919
Transcribed from clipping in old scrapbook. Clark COunty, SD newspaper, circa 1919
Charles E. Tollefson circa 1907
One of the sad events that we are called upon to chronicle this week is the death of Charles E. Tollefson, son of Mr and Mrs E. B. Tollefson of Collins township. He worked all day Thursday and on Friday he came to Willow Lakes to attend services at the Lutheran church, and while in town said that he did not feel just right. He was taken worse some time during the night, but did not make any complaint, so his folks did not know it until Staurday morning. A Bryant doctor was immediately summoned who pronounced the case appendicitis and advised immediate removal to the nearest hospital. He was taken to Aberdeen, where an operation was performed Sunday noon, but so rapidly had the disease developed, it was impossible to save his life. He died Monday morning about 8 o'clock on the day he was 13 years old. Funeral services were conducted from the Lutheran church in this city Wednesday afternoon, Rev. Thoresen officiating, and the remains laid to rest in the silent city beside two younger brothers.
Transcribed from clipping in old scrapbook. Clark County SD newspaper. Clippings surrounding this date 1907.
Transcribed from clipping in old scrapbook. Clark County SD newspaper. Clippings surrounding this date 1907.
Lewis Jorgenson D: 1907
The funeral of Lewis Jorgenson was held Monday. Services were held at the house. Rev. Torsey preaching a short sermon, after which the funeral procession went to the Lutheran church west of town, where Rev. Thoresen conducted services and the remains were laid to rest at the grave yard near the church. Lauritz Anthonius Jorgenson was born near Vienna March 31, 1891 and died December 5, 1907 aged 16 years and 8 months. He was sick 6 days from pneumonia, and sudden taking away is a great sorrow to his relatives and friends. His father was telegraphed at New York City, but for some reason the message did not reach him, and he now is on his way to Denmark.
Transcribed from clipping in old scrapbook. Clark County SD newspaper. The article lists the name as both "Lewis" and "Lauritz" Jorgenson
Transcribed from clipping in old scrapbook. Clark County SD newspaper. The article lists the name as both "Lewis" and "Lauritz" Jorgenson
Gunder Amundsen Hval D; 1905
Gunder Amundsen Hval, aged 68 years, died at his home west of town on Monday, October 16th. The deceased was born January 6, 1837 in Hadeland, Norway. He emigrated from Norway and came to America in the year 1869 and settled in Winnesheik Co., IA, where he was married to Marget Rue in 1888. In the year of 1899 he moved to Clark county, where he resided until his death. Funeral services were held at the Lutheran church west of Vienna, Oct 19th Rev. Lauritz Thoresen officiating. He leaves a widow and one brother who resides here to mourn his death, besides several sisters.
Transcribed from clipping in old scrapbook. Clark County SD newspaper.
Transcribed from clipping in old scrapbook. Clark County SD newspaper.
Dottie Leoline LaVanway D: 1904
Dottie Leoline LaVanway born in Flandreau SD Jan 22, 1887 and died March 25, 1904 aged 17 years. Her illness extended for over several months and often with great pain, but during it all she bore it with great fortitude and ptience. A short service was held at the residence after which the remains were taken to the M.E. church, which was beautifully decorated with floral emblems of loving hearts and hands of her many friends. The funeral was the largest ever held in Vienna and a large number were unable to get into the church to witness the ceremonies. The funeral sermon was preached by the pastor, Rev. J. T. Allen, when the remains were folloed to the cemetery by her loving friends, where they were laid away to await the Resurrection morn. Father, mother, and two sisters of the deceased are left to mourn her pass.
Card of thanks:
To the many kind friends who so generously assisted us during the sickness and death of our daughter Dottie, and also for the beautiful flowers received, we desire to express to our kind neighbors and friends our most heartfelt thanks. H.F. LaVanway and family.
transcribed from clipping in old scrapbook. Clark County SD newspaper. No names given for parents, other than initials H. F.
Card of thanks:
To the many kind friends who so generously assisted us during the sickness and death of our daughter Dottie, and also for the beautiful flowers received, we desire to express to our kind neighbors and friends our most heartfelt thanks. H.F. LaVanway and family.
transcribed from clipping in old scrapbook. Clark County SD newspaper. No names given for parents, other than initials H. F.
Arthur Stanford Brakke d; 1904
A Sad Accident
Died, at the home of his parents, Mr and Mrs Julius Brakke of Pleasant township, Arthur Stanford Brekke (sic) aged 7 years 6 months and 1 day.
On Monday last, during the absence of his father, the boy went to the stable and lead one of the horses out to the watering trough, and in taking the animal back into the barn another horse standing near the door kicked, striking the boy in the stomach. The boy walked to the house and told his mother that he got kicked, and was immediately taken violently ill. Medical aid was summoned and everything possible done for the sufferer, but he had recived internal injuries from which he died Tuesday morning. Funeral services were conducted from the Lutheran church in Pleasant township. Loving hands tenderly laid the little form to rest, the somber sky and rustle of the falling leaves being in true accord with the solemn scene. To the broken hearted father and mother who sit in sorrow where his footsteps will never again find echo, are extended sympathies and regret.
Transcribed from clipping in old scrapbook...Clark County SD newspaper. Nearby clippings dated 1904. The article spells the last name 2 different ways; Brekke and Brakke.
Died, at the home of his parents, Mr and Mrs Julius Brakke of Pleasant township, Arthur Stanford Brekke (sic) aged 7 years 6 months and 1 day.
On Monday last, during the absence of his father, the boy went to the stable and lead one of the horses out to the watering trough, and in taking the animal back into the barn another horse standing near the door kicked, striking the boy in the stomach. The boy walked to the house and told his mother that he got kicked, and was immediately taken violently ill. Medical aid was summoned and everything possible done for the sufferer, but he had recived internal injuries from which he died Tuesday morning. Funeral services were conducted from the Lutheran church in Pleasant township. Loving hands tenderly laid the little form to rest, the somber sky and rustle of the falling leaves being in true accord with the solemn scene. To the broken hearted father and mother who sit in sorrow where his footsteps will never again find echo, are extended sympathies and regret.
Transcribed from clipping in old scrapbook...Clark County SD newspaper. Nearby clippings dated 1904. The article spells the last name 2 different ways; Brekke and Brakke.
Mrs. John D. Hayes d circa 1924.
Funeral Services will be at the St. John's Catholic Church Vienna Saturday Morning at 9 O'clock
Mrs. John D. Hayes, one of our venerable old ladies passed away at her home in Vienna yesterday morning, November 4 at 8:30. She died without a struggle becoming gradually weaker during the past 2 weeks and her end was expected momentarily.
The lady was past 84 years of age, and came to America when 17 years of age and to South Dakota about the year of 1882 and to Vienna about 25 years ago. Her husband preceeded her to the grave in September 1923.
Owing to some of the relatives being unable to arrive earlier the funeral services will be held Saturday morning at the local Catholic church. The pastor, Rev. Edw. M. J. Kehoe being absent today we are unable to give the exact hour for holding the funeral but presume it will be 9 o'clock and the remains taken to Bryant for interment.
Next week we will give the complete obituary. We join with the many friends of the mourners in extending sincere sympathy to them in their bereavement.
Mrs. John D. Hayes, one of our venerable old ladies passed away at her home in Vienna yesterday morning, November 4 at 8:30. She died without a struggle becoming gradually weaker during the past 2 weeks and her end was expected momentarily.
The lady was past 84 years of age, and came to America when 17 years of age and to South Dakota about the year of 1882 and to Vienna about 25 years ago. Her husband preceeded her to the grave in September 1923.
Owing to some of the relatives being unable to arrive earlier the funeral services will be held Saturday morning at the local Catholic church. The pastor, Rev. Edw. M. J. Kehoe being absent today we are unable to give the exact hour for holding the funeral but presume it will be 9 o'clock and the remains taken to Bryant for interment.
Next week we will give the complete obituary. We join with the many friends of the mourners in extending sincere sympathy to them in their bereavement.
Phil Mittan
AGED PIONEER CALLED HOME OCTOBER 22D
Was Prominent and Active Resident of Foxton and Vienna Many Years But Lately Lived at Madison.
Funeral Took Place in That City Satuday Morning. Leaves One Daughter and One Son to Mourn.
Phil Mittan a pioneer resident of Foxton and Vienna, passed away at the home of his daughter, Mrs. Geo. Johnson at Madison last Thursday morning at the age of 86 years.
The Mittan family came to this part of the country in 1882 and settled on a homestead in Foxton township. About 25 years ago they moved to Vienna and the gentleman became one of our foremost citizens. For some time he was engineer at the local mill in which he was also financially interested. He also took an active interest in the affairs of the town and was mayor for a number of years. We understand that to him in no small degree is given the credit for our graveled main street and other improvements.
Mr. Mittan bought poultry here until about 5 years ago when he sold the business to L.H. Forde and his residence to Ole Thompson going to Madison to make his home with his daughter, Mrs. Geo. Johnson.
Phil Mittan was well and favorably known throughout this part of the country and was a leader in every good movement. His early life we understand, would make interesting history but we are unable to give our readers the facts.
The funeral was held at Madison on Saturday morning at 9 o'clock and those from here in attendance were Mr and Mrs J. J. McBride and Mrs G.C. Own and son Gary. One son, John T. of Oakland CA and one daughter Mrs. Geo Johnson of Madison survive him and to them we extend heartfelt sympathy.
Transcribed from clipping in old scrapbook. Clark County SD newspaper, circa 1923
Was Prominent and Active Resident of Foxton and Vienna Many Years But Lately Lived at Madison.
Funeral Took Place in That City Satuday Morning. Leaves One Daughter and One Son to Mourn.
Phil Mittan a pioneer resident of Foxton and Vienna, passed away at the home of his daughter, Mrs. Geo. Johnson at Madison last Thursday morning at the age of 86 years.
The Mittan family came to this part of the country in 1882 and settled on a homestead in Foxton township. About 25 years ago they moved to Vienna and the gentleman became one of our foremost citizens. For some time he was engineer at the local mill in which he was also financially interested. He also took an active interest in the affairs of the town and was mayor for a number of years. We understand that to him in no small degree is given the credit for our graveled main street and other improvements.
Mr. Mittan bought poultry here until about 5 years ago when he sold the business to L.H. Forde and his residence to Ole Thompson going to Madison to make his home with his daughter, Mrs. Geo. Johnson.
Phil Mittan was well and favorably known throughout this part of the country and was a leader in every good movement. His early life we understand, would make interesting history but we are unable to give our readers the facts.
The funeral was held at Madison on Saturday morning at 9 o'clock and those from here in attendance were Mr and Mrs J. J. McBride and Mrs G.C. Own and son Gary. One son, John T. of Oakland CA and one daughter Mrs. Geo Johnson of Madison survive him and to them we extend heartfelt sympathy.
Transcribed from clipping in old scrapbook. Clark County SD newspaper, circa 1923
Genevive Foy d; 1922
LITTLE GENEVIVE FOY DIED AFTER TWO DAYS ILLNESS
Second Daughter of Mr. and Mrs. James M. Foy Seven Years Old Taken With Sudden Attack of Appendicitis and Operated Upon at Watertown Friday. Remains Laid To Rest In Cemetery at Bryant Tuesday.
The sincere sympathy of the entire community is extended to Mr and Mrs James M. Foy and their two little daughters in the loss of Genevive their 7 year old daughter and sister whose death occurred at Watertown Friday evening, November 17, 1922 at 8:15 o'clock.
Little Genevive first complained of a stomach ache Wednesday morning but after breakfast stated that she was all right and went to school. She did not complain again until after school when she visited her aunt Miss Tressa Kelly. Her condition caused no great alarm and Mr Foy was absent the following day on a business trip to Watertown returning the same evening. The little sufferer gradually grew worse and on Friday morning was taken to a hospital at Watertown and operated upon at once for appendicitis. She rallied for a time but towards evening gradually grew weaker and her spotless soul left the body to return to its Maker in her heavenly home. The sorrowing and loving parent and her aunt Tressa Kelly were at the bedside when the end came. The remains were brought home Saturday evening.
The little girl came to bring sunshine and happiness into the Foy home on Oct 3, 1915, and was truly a joy and to have her so suddenly removed makes the sorrow almost unbearable. She had many little playmates who will also sadly miss her.
Owing to the inability of Grandpa Jas. H. Foy of Fond du Lac, WI to arrive until Monday night, the body was held until Tuesday morning when it was shipped to Bryant where services were held in the Catholic church at 9 o'clock and interment made in St. Mary's cemetery.
Many from here attended the funeral at Bryant also a number from Estelline and Garden City to console and sympathize with the bereaved parents.
Second Daughter of Mr. and Mrs. James M. Foy Seven Years Old Taken With Sudden Attack of Appendicitis and Operated Upon at Watertown Friday. Remains Laid To Rest In Cemetery at Bryant Tuesday.
The sincere sympathy of the entire community is extended to Mr and Mrs James M. Foy and their two little daughters in the loss of Genevive their 7 year old daughter and sister whose death occurred at Watertown Friday evening, November 17, 1922 at 8:15 o'clock.
Little Genevive first complained of a stomach ache Wednesday morning but after breakfast stated that she was all right and went to school. She did not complain again until after school when she visited her aunt Miss Tressa Kelly. Her condition caused no great alarm and Mr Foy was absent the following day on a business trip to Watertown returning the same evening. The little sufferer gradually grew worse and on Friday morning was taken to a hospital at Watertown and operated upon at once for appendicitis. She rallied for a time but towards evening gradually grew weaker and her spotless soul left the body to return to its Maker in her heavenly home. The sorrowing and loving parent and her aunt Tressa Kelly were at the bedside when the end came. The remains were brought home Saturday evening.
The little girl came to bring sunshine and happiness into the Foy home on Oct 3, 1915, and was truly a joy and to have her so suddenly removed makes the sorrow almost unbearable. She had many little playmates who will also sadly miss her.
Owing to the inability of Grandpa Jas. H. Foy of Fond du Lac, WI to arrive until Monday night, the body was held until Tuesday morning when it was shipped to Bryant where services were held in the Catholic church at 9 o'clock and interment made in St. Mary's cemetery.
Many from here attended the funeral at Bryant also a number from Estelline and Garden City to console and sympathize with the bereaved parents.
Stanley Ordell Midge d. 1922
ONLY SON OF MR AND MRS MIDGE DIED FEBRUARY 1
Remained on Earth Only Seventeen Months, Twenty Days
The little son and only child of Mr and Mrs Andrew Midge of Watertown passed away in that city Feb1 at 1:30 a.m. after an illness of 5 weeks. The little one was born Aug 11, 1921 and was therefore 17 months and 20 days of age.
Besdies the grief stricken parents he leaves one gradfather and 5 uncles in America and one grandmother, one aunt and 5 uncles in Norway besides many other relatives.
Little Stanley Ordell was the joy of the Midge home and his taking away has caused great sorrow to the loving parents and other relatives, who have the heartfelt sympathy in their bereavement.
The remains were brought to Vienna Saturday and services conducted by Rev. Thoresen at the West church and interment made in the cemetery near the church.
Transcribed from clipping in old scrapbook, Clark County SD newspaper, 1922.
Remained on Earth Only Seventeen Months, Twenty Days
The little son and only child of Mr and Mrs Andrew Midge of Watertown passed away in that city Feb1 at 1:30 a.m. after an illness of 5 weeks. The little one was born Aug 11, 1921 and was therefore 17 months and 20 days of age.
Besdies the grief stricken parents he leaves one gradfather and 5 uncles in America and one grandmother, one aunt and 5 uncles in Norway besides many other relatives.
Little Stanley Ordell was the joy of the Midge home and his taking away has caused great sorrow to the loving parents and other relatives, who have the heartfelt sympathy in their bereavement.
The remains were brought to Vienna Saturday and services conducted by Rev. Thoresen at the West church and interment made in the cemetery near the church.
Transcribed from clipping in old scrapbook, Clark County SD newspaper, 1922.
Inga Haugerud Kirkeby d. 1923
PIONEER OF CLARK COUNTY ANSWERS ROLL CALL ABOVE
Mrs. Olaus Kirkeby Ill Only Short Time
CAME HERE IN 1882
Funeral Tomorrow at 11 O'Clock Interment in West Cemetery
The many friends of Mrs. Olaus Kirkeby were grieved deeply on learning of her death on Saturday evening. But few people realized ther seriousness of her illness and the report of her demise came as a shock to the community. Although ailing for some time it was not until the last two weeks of her earthly career that she was confined to her bd and although given the best care and medical attention she passed away at 4"30 p.m. Saturday January 13, 1923.
Inga Haugerud was born in East Ager, Norway March 27, 1859 being 63 years, 9 months and 16 dasy of age at death. She came to America in 1881 and was united in marriage to Olaus Kirkeby in Freeborn county MN on Feb 21, 1882. In April of the same year they came to Clark County and filed on a homestead in Merton township, moved to Vienna and retired in 1909. She was the mother of 4 children, 3 of whom are still living, who with the loving husband are the immediate family left to mourn. The children are: Mrs W.H. Nye Jamestown ND, Mrs W. L. Hiemstra Mosinee WI, and Jas. C. Kirkeby now at home. Mrs Nye had been with her mother since she first became seriously ill and remained at her bedside until the end came. Mrs. Hiemstra was unable to come owing to illness in the family, but the son arrived from Sa Diego, CA about a half hour after his mother had passed away.
The funeral will take place tomorrow, Friday, at 11 o'clock from the home and services will be conducted at the West Lutheran church, of which deceased was a faithful member, at noon, Rev. Thoresen officiating and interment will be made in the cemetery near the church. The funeral was postoned from last Tuesday to allow a sister, Mrs. J. J. O'Brien of Brooklyn NY to attend and she arrived in Vienna last evening. Mrs. W. Moran of Huron, an old-time friend of the deceased is also here to attend the funeral.
Mrs. Olaus Kirkeby Ill Only Short Time
CAME HERE IN 1882
Funeral Tomorrow at 11 O'Clock Interment in West Cemetery
The many friends of Mrs. Olaus Kirkeby were grieved deeply on learning of her death on Saturday evening. But few people realized ther seriousness of her illness and the report of her demise came as a shock to the community. Although ailing for some time it was not until the last two weeks of her earthly career that she was confined to her bd and although given the best care and medical attention she passed away at 4"30 p.m. Saturday January 13, 1923.
Inga Haugerud was born in East Ager, Norway March 27, 1859 being 63 years, 9 months and 16 dasy of age at death. She came to America in 1881 and was united in marriage to Olaus Kirkeby in Freeborn county MN on Feb 21, 1882. In April of the same year they came to Clark County and filed on a homestead in Merton township, moved to Vienna and retired in 1909. She was the mother of 4 children, 3 of whom are still living, who with the loving husband are the immediate family left to mourn. The children are: Mrs W.H. Nye Jamestown ND, Mrs W. L. Hiemstra Mosinee WI, and Jas. C. Kirkeby now at home. Mrs Nye had been with her mother since she first became seriously ill and remained at her bedside until the end came. Mrs. Hiemstra was unable to come owing to illness in the family, but the son arrived from Sa Diego, CA about a half hour after his mother had passed away.
The funeral will take place tomorrow, Friday, at 11 o'clock from the home and services will be conducted at the West Lutheran church, of which deceased was a faithful member, at noon, Rev. Thoresen officiating and interment will be made in the cemetery near the church. The funeral was postoned from last Tuesday to allow a sister, Mrs. J. J. O'Brien of Brooklyn NY to attend and she arrived in Vienna last evening. Mrs. W. Moran of Huron, an old-time friend of the deceased is also here to attend the funeral.
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