Emmetsburg Democrat Emmetsburg, Palo Alto, Iowa Wednesday, July 13, 1921 WERE MARRIED MONDAY MORNING Mr. Carl J. Berger and Miss Florence O'Brien. Both of This City. Monday morning at 6:30, Mr. Carl J. Berger and Miss Florence O'Brien, both of this city, were united in marriage at the Assumption church, Monsignor P.F. Farrelly officiating. The bride was attended by her cousin, Miss Kathleen O'Brien and the groom by his brother, Mr. Leo Berger. Immediately after the marriage the happy couple repaired to the home of C.J. Berger, where an elegant breakfast was served. Only the close relatives of the contracting parties were in attendance. Mr. and Mrs. Berger left by car during the early morning hours for Dubuque where they will spend some time with relatives. On their return they will make their future home in this city. The bride is the oldest daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Peter O'Brien, who are well known to our many community readers. She attended St. Mary's Academy and graduated from the academic department a few years ago, since which time she has assisted in her brother's grocery store. She is a young lady of winsome personality and her friends are as numerous as her acquaintances. All who know her have a high regard for her. The groom is the oldest son of C.J. Berger, one of the leading business men of our city. He is an Emmetsburg boy. He finished the academic course in St. Mary's Academy and later entered Columbia College at Dubuque. During the world war he entered the service but, like many others, did not have an opportunity of going across. During the past few years he has assisted his father in his mercantile duties and has developed into a promising young business man. Mr. and Mrs. Berger are both excellent young people and all who know them will be glad to learn that they are to remain permanently in our midst. The Democrat wishes them health and happiness. 000525 Cathy Joynt Labath

Emmetsburg Democrat Emmetsburg, Palo Alto, Iowa Wednesday, November 16, 1921 MARRIED AT ESTHERVILLE Mr. Michael John Nally and Miss Mary Jane Doyle Mr. Michael John Nally, son of Thomas Nally of this place, and Miss Mary Jane Doyle of Estherville were united in marriage at St. Patrick's church at Estherville yesterday morning at 7 o'clock, Rev. C.P. Conway officiating. Miss Mary Liddle was bridesmaid and Mr. James Collins of Emmetsburg was best man. Immediately after the marriage members of the bridal party repaired to the home of the bride's cousin, Mrs. N. Maine, where a sumptuous breakfast was enjoyed. Mr. and Mrs. Nally left on the evening train for Tipton, Iowa, where they will spend a week visiting relatives of the bride. The contracting parties are well and variably known in their home community. The bride is said to be a very worthy young lady and has a wide circle of friends. The groom is an upright promising young man and has a good position on the Rock Island railroad as a brakeman out of Estherville. A wide circle of friends in this community and Estherville extend hearty congratulations to the new couple. 000525 Cathy Joynt Labath

Posted on: PaloAlto County Obituaries Reply Here: http://cgi.rootsweb.com/~genbbs/genbbs.cgi/USA/Ia/PaloAltoObits/534 Surname: Clare, Murphy, Burns, Crooks, Currans ------------------------- Emmetsburg Democrat, Thursday, August 23, 1928 Chris Clare Dies Ill Seven Years Was Father of 14 Sons and Daughters, Nine, With Mrs. Clare, Survive. Chris Clare, who was an invalid at his home in this city for more than seven years, died last Tuesday. He was able to sit in a chair practically all of the time until Friday when he went to bed. Every attention, medical and otherwise, was given him but his condition was hopeless. The funeral was held this forenoon. Services were conducted in the Assumption church. Very Rev. J. G. Murtagh officiating in a requiem high mass. The burial was in St. John's cemetry. The pall bearers were Daniel Donahue, Dan Murphy, M. L. Murphy, Thos. Burns, Ed Murphy, and L. J. Murphy, all brothers-in-law of Mr. Clare. There was a large attendance of neighbors and friends. Christopher Clare was born in the county of Wexford, Ireland, in 1840. His age was 88. He came to the United States when a comparatively young man. He was married in Emmetsburg to Rose Ann Murphy, May 9, 1876. Mr. and Mrs. Clare lived on a farm west of this city until 1917 when they moved into town. they subsequently made their home in their residence a short distance south east of the Assumption church. Fourteen sons and daughters were born to Mr. and Mrs. Clare. Nine are living. Those surviving are Miss Mary, P. J., Chris and Ed, who are at home; Leo and Mrs. Crooks of Estherville; C. J. and Thomas of Des Moines, and Vincent of Milwaukee. Sister Mary Christine died ten years ago, Mrs. John Currans five months ago, Dan in 1912, Michael in 1911 and Herbert 12 years ago. Mr. Clare was one of the most exemplary Christian gentlemen of our county. He led a long and useful life and he did his duty quietly, humbly and conscientiously. In his dealing with his fellow-citizens and in his relations to our community, county and state he was never indifferent in arriving at conclusions and he tried to be just to all. He was a kind, devoted, provident father, and an unpretentious but useful member of the neighborhoods in which he spent the years of his long career. He respected the rules and the customs that are necessary in social affairs and he was obedient and loyal to those in authority, knowing that law and order must be recognized if the best is to be obtained in American life. He gave his several sons and daughters the best opportunities that his means could provide and he directed them zealously in their aims and efforts to grow up to be creditable factors in the localities in which they resided. The writer knew Mr. Clare for more than four decades and we never heard an unkind word against him. We regret sincerely to learn of his passing and we offer heartfelt sympathy to Mrs. Clare, and the nine sons and daughters and the other relatives in the loss they have sustained.

Posted on: PaloAlto County Obituaries Reply Here: http://cgi.rootsweb.com/~genbbs/genbbs.cgi/USA/Ia/PaloAltoObits/533 Surname: Higgins, McGowan, Berger, Finn, Joynt, Hand, Kane ------------------------- Emmetsburg Democrat Emmetsburg, Palo Alto, Iowa Wednesday, 22 July 1919 MRS. JOHN HIGGINS LAID TO REST Funeral on Thursday, Was Largely Attended Mrs. John J. Higgins died at her home in this city Tuesday afternoon of last week. Her condition for several weeks was hopeless. She became ill in September. She went to Colfax Springs where she remained for eight weeks. Later she took treatment in Retreat hospital in Des Moines. She was also in Mercy hospital for a short time. She did not receive any encouragement and finally went to Rochester, Minnesota where she consulted the Drs. Mayo. They could not, it seems, do anything to relieve her. She bore her affliction with a resignation that was truly Christian but she gradually became weaker and after many months of lingering, death came to relieve her. The funeral was held Thursday. Services were conducted at the Assumption church, Very Rev. P.F. Farrelly officiating. The burial was in St. John's cemetery. There was an unusually large attendance. Many came from Ayrshire and other neighboring places to be present at the obsequies. The pall bearers were her three nephews, Frank McGowan, Carl Berger and Daniel Higgins and three cousins, John Finn, Charles Joynt and D.W. Joynt. Mary Jane McGowan was born at Dyersville, Iowa, July 4, 1864. Hence she was closing out her fifty-fifth year. She grew to womanhood in her home community. She was married at Dyersville, April 14, 1885, to John J Higgins. Mr. and Mrs. Higgins lived in the vicinity of Dyersville until 1893 when they moved to this county. They located on a farm in Great Oak township. They became prosperous and built a fine home. Last fall they bought James Murray's large residence in this city. They moved into it in March but Mrs. Higgins did not have the good fortune to enjoy it long. Mrs. Higgins is survived by her husband, five sons and four daughters. The sons are Charles, Edmund, Harold and Bertrand. The daughters are Mrs. John Hand of Borup, Minnesota and Misses Mary, Margaret and Loretta Higgins who are at home. Three children died in infancy. Mrs. Higgins death is also mourned by her sister, Mrs. M.B. Kane of Ayrshire and her brother, John McGowan, of Kansas City, Missouri. Two brothers, Thomas and William, preceded her in death. Mrs. Higgins had scarcely passed womanhood's prime when she was taken from the inviting domestic scenes that were so dear to a wife and mother of her taste, temperment and ambition. Nine worthy sons and daughters were regularly the recipients of her love and her attention and all the comforts of the prosperous, happy home were hers to enjoy. It is sad indeed that life, when surroundings are so inviting and promising, should have so many and such bitter disappointments, but Providence undoubtedly knows what is best for all of us and will, in some way, compensate the bereft and sorrowing for the heavy burdens they are asked to bear. Mrs. Higgins worries, during the early stages of her illness, were greatly increased by the absence of her son, Charles, in France and the realization of the perilous dangers to which he was from time to time subjected. For months after she commenced to decline she waited anxiously and longingly for his return. The war department, for some unknown reason, failed to grant him a furlough so that he might come home to see his weak, declining mother. However, Mrs. Higgins never gave up hope until he and his absent sister, Mrs. John Hand, reached her bedside. The deceased was a truly devoted wife, a provident, loving, watchful, zealous mother and a sincere practical Christian lady. She was in every way an active, helpful, useful member of the thrifty public spirited community in which she resided. Her high aims, her commendable resolutions and her ennobling deeds will during the years to come, have a marked influence for good in the lives of her devoted sons and daughters. They will also leave a lasting impression on the minds of the many who mingled with her in neighborhood and other affairs. The sympathy of all goes out to the husband and the other members of the household in the great sorrow that has come to them. Link: Palo Alto County, Iowa USGenWeb Project URL: <http://www.rootsweb.com/~iapaloal/paloalto.htm>

Posted on: PaloAlto County Obituaries Reply Here: http://cgi.rootsweb.com/~genbbs/genbbs.cgi/USA/Ia/PaloAltoObits/532 Surname: Higgins, McGowan, Hand, Kelsh, McCormick ------------------------- Emmetsburg Democrat Emmetsburg, Palo Alto, Iowa 22 Feb 1922 JOHN J HIGGINS PASSES AWAY He Was in a Very Serious Condition Since September John J Higgins, who was in a very serious condition since early September, passed away at this home in this city Sunday morning about 7 o'clock. For several months herealized that permanent relief could not be given him and was prepared and willing to yield to the inevitable. The funeral was held yesterday. It was very largely attended by friends and neighbors in this city and community and by a large number who lived close to him when he was a resident of the Ayrshire neighborhood. The Knights of Columbus, of which he was a member, attended in a body. Services were conducted at the Assumption church, Monsignor P.F. Farrelly celebrating a solemn requiem mass. He was assisted by Fathers Savage and McNerney. The burial was in St. John's cemetery. The active pall bearers were Carl and Leo Berger, Daniel and William Higgins and William and Charles Joynt. The honorary pall bearers were T.H. Conlon, John Burns, James Degnan, J.T. Maguire, Joseph Kibbie and John O'Brien. John J Higgins was born at Dyersville, Iowa, November 24, 1856. His age was 63. He was united in marriage to Miss Mary McGowan of that place on April 14, 1885. He and Mrs. Higgins located in this county in 1893. They lived on a farm in Great Oak township until March 1919. Mr. Higgins is survived by five sons-John, Charles, Edmund, Harold and Bertrand- and four daughters-Mrs. John Hand of Borup, Minnesota, Mrs. Leo Shaney of Emmetsburg township and Misses Mary and Margaret, who are at home. He is also survived by two sisters, Mrs. M.J. Kelsh and Mrs. Frank McCormick- and one brother, J.D. Higgins of this place. his sister, Mrs. C.J. Berger, died last April. Mr. Higgins was an upright, worthy citizen in every way. He appreciated and encouraged honest effort on the part of others to improve social, religious and material conditions about him and he was tasty and far seeing in any improvement he undertook. He built up an exceptionally fine farm home and he bought a neat, comfortable residence for his wife and family when he located in this city. He was a genial neighbor and a cheerful, obliging, warm hearted friend. He and Mrs. Higgins were the parents of nine most exemplary sons and daughters. This is, after all, one of the best evidences of parents as members of society. His faith in providential desire to direct, bless and reward human effort was strong and abiding. He was devoted to his church, revered its teachings and practiced humbly and devoutly its precepts. Among his special traits were his sociability, his good-nature, and his joviality. He could generally see the bright as well as the humorous side of things and he was eager to make them helpful to his friends and companions. His death will be sincerely mourned by all who mingled with him as well as by the members of his household, who were very dear to him. All have the sincere sympathy of our many citizens in their bereavement. Link: Palo Alto County, Iowa USGenWeb Project URL: <http://www.rootsweb.com/~iapaloal/paloalto.htm>

Posted on: PaloAlto County Obituaries Reply Here: http://cgi.rootsweb.com/~genbbs/genbbs.cgi/USA/Ia/PaloAltoObits/531 Surname: O'Brien, Daily, Curry, Hand, McEvoy, Jennings, Roach, Geelan, Ryan, Mulroney, Carmody ------------------------- >From "The Democrat" - June 21, 1905 MRS. WM. O'BRIEN'S SUDDEN DEATH Thursday morning about three o'clock Mrs. Wm. O'Brien met with a very sudden death at her home in this city. She was taken with hemorrhage of the lungs. Mr. O'Brien was aroused and she told him that she was smothering. The attack was so sudden and severe that he could do nothing for her. He ran to the home of Mrs. Carmody just across the street and then for his son Peter, but when Mrs. Carmody reached her bedside she had expired. The shock was a very severe one to the aged husband and the other members of the family. Several days before Mrs. O'Brien had a slight hemorrhage, the first in her life, but she quickly recovered. However, none of her folks thought of danger. Wednesday she did not feel very well. Still, when she retired at a late hour, neither she nor her husband, dreamed that they were to experience such a sudden, such a sad awakening. The funeral took place Saturday morning. It was very largely attended, the deceased having been among the oldest and most widely known residents of the community. The services were held at Assumption church, Very Rev. J.J. Smith officiated. The internment was in St. John's cemetery. The pall bearers were E.P. McEvoy, Alex Jennings, Michael Roach, Michael Geelan, Edward Ryan and P. Mulroney. Ann Daily was born in the county of Kings, Ireland in 1832,(to Thomas and Ann Curry Daily). When 20 years of age she came to the United States. In 1856, she was married at Wilmington, Illinois, to William O'Brien. In 1873 they came to Palo Alto county and located on a farm in Great Oak. They were thrifty and became prosperous. Fifteen years ago they came to Emmetsburg to spend their remaining days. The surviving members of the family are the husband, four sons, and one daughter. The daughter, Mrs. J.J. Hand, lives in Great Oak. Two of the sons, John and Patrick, are well-to-do farmers in Great Oak. Peter conducts a restaurant in this city and William J. is the senior member of the well known mercantile firm of O'Brien & Geelan, of Whittemore. Though the family consists of the number of sons and daughters stated and 21 grandchildren, this is the first death its members are called upton to mourn. Providence has indeed been generous to them. Mrs. O'Brien was a plain, frugal, and upright Christian woman. She was unusually loyal to her convictions and spent her long, active, and useful life primarily in devotion to the practice of the duties of her faith and in discharging the manifold obligations that the true wife and loving, zealous mother owes to those who are nearest and and dearest to her. Her taking off, under the circumstances mentioned, was, of course, painful to those who loved her so long and so fondly, but they have the consolation of knowing that Providence had in many ways been exceedingly kind to her and had given to her many favors not bestowed on others. The Democrat extends its sincere sympathy to the surviving husband, sons and daughter.

Posted on: PaloAlto County Obituaries Reply Here: http://cgi.rootsweb.com/~genbbs/genbbs.cgi/USA/Ia/PaloAltoObits/529 Surname: Collins, Minney, Miller, O'Donnell ------------------------- Emmetsburg Democrat Emmetsburg, Palo Alto, Iowa Wednesday, 5 Jan 1916 WILLIAM J COLLINS DEAD He Located in Palo Alto County In 1882 William J Collins died at his home in this city early Sunday morning after a somewhat protracted illness. He was quite advanced in years and the infirmities of old age were against him. The funeral was held yesterday. Services were conducted at the Assumption church. The interment was in St. John's cemetery. There were many old friends and neighbors in attendance. The pall bearers were Peter Collins, Jr., James Collins, P.F. Miller, Charles Miller and James O'Donnell, all grandsons of the deceased. Mr. Collins was born in the county of Cavan, Ireland, in 1837. He grew to manhood in the land of his birth. He was married at Newcastle England, in 1858, to Miss Margaret Minney. Mr. and Mrs. Collins came to the United States in 1863. They located at Mahoney Plans, Pennsylvania, residing there until 1877, when they came west. For two years they made their home at New Hartford, this state, later they spent a year at Holland, Iowa, and in 1882 came to Emmetsburg. Mr. Collins followed railroading for many years but was finally forced to retire on account of his waning physical powers. Six sons and six daughters were born to Mr. and Mrs. Collins. Four sons and four daughters are dead and the good wife and mother was called to here eternal reward a number of years ago. There are two sons and two daughters living. The sons are Peter, section foreman on the Rock Island road at this place, and M.J., who is the Rock Island agent at Anita, this state. The daughters are Mrs. Patrick Miller of Emmetsburg and Mrs. Anna O'Donnell of Nevada, Iowa. All were present at the bedside of the aged father before he passed away and the absent members remained for the funeral. Mr. Collins was an honest, high minded man and he led a most edifying life. He was temperate in his habits and he had a high regard for those who observe conscientiously the precepts of religion and laws that govern society. He was quiet and humble and he gave close attention to the care of his family and his private business affairs. He was an agreeable, peaceful man and he always did what he could to promote good feeling among his neighbors. Though he had limited educational advantages when young, he read newspapers and books regularly and closely and he kept well informed on local and general topics. A warm hearted conscientious, loyal old christian gentleman has been taken to a brighter, better, world. His memory will long be revered by all who knew him. The sympathy of all is extended to the sons and daughters. Link: Palo Alto County, Iowa USGenWeb Project URL: <http://www.rootsweb.com/~iapaloal/paloalto.htm>

Emmetsburg Democrat Emmetsburg, Palo Alto, Iowa Wednesday, 15 Sep 1915 MARRIED IN CHICAGO Mr. O.P. Doyle and Miss Laura Severna Mulry Mr. O.P. Doyle and Miss Laura Severna Mulry were united in marriage at St. Ambrose church in Chicago Tuesday morning, September 14, the pastor, Father Foley, officiating. Miss Marie Mulry, sister of the bride, was bridesmaid,and Mr. Oscar Doyle, brother of the groom, was best man. Mr. and Mrs. Doyle intend spending ten days sightseeing in Chicago and neighboring points and they will visit friends at Dubuque on their way to Emmetsburg. They will reside with Mr. Doyle's mother in this city during the fall and winter months. The bride is a daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Thomas J. Mulry, who lived in Emmetsburg about a quarter of a century ago. From this city they moved to Chicago, where they subsequently resided. Miss Mulry has on various occasions visited with relatives and friends in this locality and she has impressed all who met her as a lady of pleasing personality and of true worth. The many friends of the family will, we are sure, be glad to welcome her to Emmetsburg. The groom is the second son of Mrs. O.P. Doyle, one of the esteemed ladies of Emmetsburg. Mr. Doyle grew to manhood on the farm and moved to this city with his mother something over a year ago. He is a carpenter by trade and is one of the most exemplary young men of our community. The Democrat unites with the many relatives and friends of the newly-wedded couple in extending hearty good wishes for their future happiness. Laura Severina Mulry is the daughter of Thomas Mulry and Mary Nestor. Mary Nestor was the daughter of Mary Joynt (my great grand aunt) and Michael "Ned" Nestor.

My wonderful grandparents-"Willie" and "Lizzie"! Emmetsburg Democrat Emmetsburg, Palo Alto, Iowa Wednesday, 19 January 1916 WERE MARRIED TUESDAY Mr. D.W. Joynt and Miss Elizabeth McNally, Both of Emmetsburg Mr. D.W. Joynt and Miss Elizabeth McNally were married at Assumption church yesterday morning at seven o'clock, Rev. W. Veit officiating. The bride was attended by her sister, Miss Bernette McNally and the groom by his brother, Dr. A.J. Joynt of Waterloo. During the mass Mr. A.J. Berger and Misses Veronica Higgins and Bernadette Bouga sang, rendering a couple of selections that are heard on such occasions. A number of invited friends were present to witness the ceremonies. The wedding breakfast was served at the home of the bride's father, Mr. Edward McNally to about thirty of the immediate relatives of the contracting parties. It was served in six courses by Mr. Wm. Wright, who proves himself an artist on special occasions of this kind. Mr. and Mrs. Joynt left in the evening for Le Mars to spend a few days with relatives of the groom. They will doubtless visit Sioux City and other places before returning home. The bride and groom rank high among our very best people. They have been friends from childhood. The bride was educated in St. Mary's Academy and was an exceptionally close student. She was a member of the class of 1912. Later she took a business course and has since been employed in her father's office. No young lady in Emmetsburg has a stronger claim to the high regard of our people than has this most deserving young woman. Mr. Joynt is one of Emmetsburg's high class young men. His industry, exemplary deportment, warm heartedness and sterling integrity are recognized by all who know him. Mr. and Mrs. Joynt will make their home on the old homestead of the parents of the groom, Mr. and Mrs. Michael Joynt, who have just moved to Emmetsburg. We unite with hundreds of well wishers in extending hearty congratulations.

Emmetsburg Democrat Emmetsburg, Palo Alto, Iowa Wednesday, 19 Dec 1917 RAY J NALLY MARRIED The Bride Is Miss Anna Sheehan, of South Kearsaige, Michigan Mr. and Mrs. Ray J. Nally who were married a week ago at hte Sacred Heart church, have returned from a honeymoon trip to Duluth and will take up their residence at 146 Osceola street, Larium. Mrs. Nally formerly was Miss Anna Sheehan, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. John Sheehan of South Kearsage. The groom's name home is at Emmetsburg, Iowa. The wedding ceremony at Sacred Heart was a very pretty one. The bride, becomingly attired in a gown of old rose silk with a picture hat to match, was attended by Miss Margaret Sheehan who wore a gown of old gold, also with a picture hat to match. The groomsman was Sherman Deenen of Emmetsburg, an old schoolmate. Mr. Nally represents the Crotty company of Minneapolis in this district and expects to continue his headquarters in the copper country, Larium, Michigan, Gazette. The groom is the oldest son of Mr. and Mrs. P.J. Nally of this city. He is a genial, courteous, deserving, young man. The news of his marriage will be learned with surprise by his numerous local friends. The Democrat wishes the happy couple health and happiness. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Note: Surname spelled "Nelly" in all Irish records; however, spelled "Nally" in the U.S.! Descendants of Patt Nelly 1 Patt Nelly b: Abt. 1831 d: 03/27/1913 in Ireland src: Emmetsburg Democrat, 26 Mar 1913 . +Margaret Joynt b: Abt. 1843 m: in Gort, Galway Ireland d: Abt. 03/13/1913 in Ireland src: Emmetsburg Democrat, 26 Mar 1913 ........ 2 Edward Nelly ........ 2 James Nelly b: 11/15/1857 in Ireland d: 02/10/1939 in Emmetsburg, Palo Alto, Iowa ............ +Annie Hester b: 01/1861 in English Canada src: 1900 Census-Palo Alto Co. m: 10/18/1895 in Emmetsburg,Iowa src: 1900 Census-Palo Alto Co. d: 1945 ........ 2 Martin Nelly b: 09/11/1858 d: 01/01/1943 in Ashfield Demesne, Galway, Ireland src: Tombstone Photo Burial: Shananglish Cemetery/Galway, Ireland ............ +Bridget Fahy b: Abt. 1870 d: 02/12/1949 in Ashfield Demesne, Galway, Ireland src: Tombstone Photo Burial: Shananglish Cemetery/Galway, Ireland ........ 2 John Nelly b: 05/05/1860 ........ 2 Catherine Nelly b: 02/11/1861 d: 1945 src: St. John's Cemetery Records ............ +Peter Collins b: Bet. 1860 - 1861 in England src1: St. John's Cemetery Records, src2: 1895 Iowa Census-City of Emmetsburg m: 01/12/1886 in Emmetsburg Iowa src: Palo Alto County Marriage Records-Book 2 d: 1939 src: St. John's Cemetery Records ........ 2 Patrick Nelly b: 03/1864 in Ireland src: 1900 Census-Palo Alto Co. ............ +Jennie Hagen b: 04/1866 in Pennsylvania src: 1900 Census-Palo Alto Co. m: Abt. 1888 src: 1900 Census-Palo Alto Co. ........ 2 Thomas Nelly b: 02/14/1871 in Ashfield Demesne, Galway,Ireland d: 08/05/1947 in Emmetsburg,Iowa ............ +Anna Nancy Collins b: 11/11/1875 in Norwood, St Lawrence Co, New York. m: 11/02/1891 in Emmetsburg,Iowa d: 07/17/1908 in Spencer, Iowa ........ 2 Michael Nelly b: 01/25/1871

Emmetsburg Democrat Emmetsburg, Palo Alto, Iowa 16 Oct 1930 Mr. James McNally Weds Miss Zelda Bond, Storm Lake Mr. James McNally, son of Mrs. Patrick McNally of this city, was united in marriage at Storm Lake Sunday, October 5, to Miss Zelda Bond of that place. The bride taught for a number of years in the schools of Storm Lake, Le Mars and Sibley. She is said to be a highly accomplished young lady. The groom has been the successful manager of the Flindt & Miller clothing store at Sibley for several years. He is a very fine young gentleman and has hosts of friends in this locality. All will unite with the Democrat in offering hearty congratulations. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~` Descendants of Patrick McNally 1 Patrick McNally b: 09/25/1855 in Jefferson Co., Wisconsin d: 07/05/1923 in Emmetsburg, Palo Alto, Iowa . +Margaret Ann Hickey aka: Maggie b: 10/14/1856 in Emmetsburg, Palo Alto, Iowa m: 11/25/1879 in Emmetsburg,Iowa d: 05/05/1932 in Emmetsburg, Palo Alto, Iowa ........ 2 Francis McNally aka: Sass b: Abt. 1878 ............ +Maxine Devlin ........ 2 Mary Theresa McNally b: 09/27/1880 in Emmetsburg, Palo Alto, Iowa src: 1900 Census Palo Alto County, Iowa d: 06/15/1966 in Clear Lake,Iowa ............ +Thomas P. Joynt b: 03/22/1876 in Emmetsburg, Palo Alto, Iowa m: 08/25/1903 in Emmetsburg Iowa d: 11/25/1957 in Clear Lake,Iowa ........ 2 William Patrick McNally aka: Bill b: 06/02/1882 in Emmetsburg, Palo Alto, Iowa src: 1900 Census Palo Alto County, Iowa d: 05/17/1957 in Emmetsburg, Palo Alto, Iowa src: Palo Alto County Death Records-Book 4 Burial: 05/20/1957 St. John's Catholic Cemetery, Emmetsburg,IA ............ +Josephine Frances Drummy b: 02/22/1884 in Iowa m: 09/23/1907 in Emmetsburg Iowa d: 04/30/1956 in Emmetsburg Iowa src: Palo Alto County Death Records-Book 4 Burial: 05/03/1956 St. John's Catholic Cemetery, Emmetsburg,IA ........ 2 Rosa Ellen McNally b: 03/07/1884 in Iowa src: 1900 Census Palo Alto County, Iowa d: 11/26/1974 ............ +John Benjamin Doerning aka: Ben b: Abt. 1879 in Germany d: 12/21/1972 ........ 2 Annie Josephine McNally b: 04/23/1886 in Emmetsburg, Palo Alto,,Iowa src: 1900 Census Palo Alto County, Iowa d: 09/03/1971 ............ +Peter J Grethen b: 08/19/1888 in Mallard,Iowa m: 03/28/1910 d: 08/07/1963 ........ 2 Margaret McNally b: 12/04/1889 in Emmetsburg Iowa d: 08/11/1962 in Sioux Falls,South Dakota ............ +John Joseph Clennon b: 10/18/1886 in Minooka, Illinois m: 01/08/1912 in West Bend,Iowa d: 10/23/1957 in Sioux Falls,South Dakota ........ 2 Robert Francis McNally b: 01/14/1890 in Emmetsburg, Palo Alto, Iowa src: 1900 Census Palo Alto County, Iowa d: 09/20/1952 in Des Moines,Iowa Burial: St John's Cemetery, E'burg, Iowa ............ +Violette Margaret Berry b: 09/28/1898 in Livermore,Iowa m: 05/20/1919 in Emmetsburg Iowa src: Palo Alto County Marriage Records-Book 9 d: 05/02/1969 Burial: St John's Cemetery, E'burg, Iowa ........ 2 Sarah Bernadette McNally b: 11/02/1891 in Emmetsburg, Palo Alto, Iowa src1: Newspaper, Emmetsburg Dem. 11/04/1891, src2: 1900 Census Palo Alto County, Iowa d: 11/10/1982 in Des Moines,Iowa ........ 2 Agnes Loretta McNally aka: Loretta b: 04/14/1896 in Emmetsburg, Palo Alto, Iowa src: 1900 Census Palo Alto County, Iowa d: 10/25/1980 in Armstrong,Iowa ............ +Nicholas William Mart b: 09/03/1887 d: 07/29/1958 in Minnesota ........ 2 Alice Cecelia McNally b: 08/10/1897 in Emmetsburg, Palo Alto, Iowa d: 12/17/1978 in Mason City,Iowa ............ +Elmer James Frederick b: 08/31/1893 in Cylinder,Iowa m: 01/08/1917 in Emmetsburg Iowa d: 06/04/1982 in Mason City,Iowa ........ 2 James J McNally b: 08/19/1900 in Emmetsburg Iowa d: 11/21/1987 in Sibley,Iowa ............ +Zelda Bond b: 03/16/1900 m: 10/05/1930 in Storm Lake, Iowa d: 07/20/1970 in Sibley,Iowa

Emmetsburg Democrat Emmetsburg, Palo Alto, Iowa Thurs., Oct 10, 1929 Wedded at Sioux City Mr. Edward McNally of Emmetsburg and Miss Pearl Larson of Fairmont. Ceremony in Cathedral. W.T. McNally informs us that his son Edward was married in Epiphany Cathedral at Sioux City Wednesday morning to Miss Pearl Larson of Fairmont. The ceremony was performed by Mgr. T.J. McCarty. Further particulars have not been learned. Mr. McNally lived at Fairmont during the early part of the summer where he met his bride. Later he went to Sioux City. He is, Mr. McNally informs us, assistant manager in a chain clothing store at that place. He spent his boyhood and school years in Emmetsburg and has hosts of warm friends who wish him and his bonny bride health and happiness. We understand that Mr. and Mrs. McNally will make their future home at that place. Mr. McNally's mother went to Sioux City Tuesday morning to be present at the ceremony. The Democrat offers hearty congratulations to the bride and groom. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Descendants of William Thomas McNally 1 William Thomas McNally aka: Thomas b: 08/03/1878 in Palo Alto County, Iowa src: Pension Papers of Myles McNally . +Margaret Collins b: 11/25/1886 in Emmetsburg,Iowa src: Palo Alto Co. Birth Records-Book 4 m: 10/30/1906 in West Bend, Iowa ........ 2 Edward Joseph McNally b: 11/21/1909 in Emmetsburg Iowa src: Palo Alto Co. Birth Records-Book 4 ............ +Pearl Larson m: 10/09/1929 in Sioux City, Iowa ........ 2 Mary Catherine McNally

Posted on: PaloAlto County Queries Reply Here: http://cgi.rootsweb.com/~genbbs/genbbs.cgi/USA/Ia/PaloAlto/179 Surname: Fogarty, Murphy, Meadows, Couly ------------------------- Does anyone have information for Calvary Cemetery, Ruthven, Palo Alto County? Catherine Fogarty Murphy is supposed to be buried there and am trying to find out if her husband, James Patrick Murphy, Sr. is also. Thanks, Kaye

Posted on: PaloAlto County Obituaries Reply Here: http://cgi.rootsweb.com/~genbbs/genbbs.cgi/USA/Ia/PaloAltoObits/524 Surname: Laughlin, McCabe, Jackman, Shea, Mulroney, Spies, Kelly, Cretzmeyer ------------------------- Emmetsburg Democrat, Thursday, August 10, 1933 PIONEER RESIDENT Mrs. Laughlin Came to Old Town of Emmetsburg in 1866 Mrs. John T. Laughlin of this city, one of the pioneer ladies of Palo Alto county, died at her home in Emmetsburg early Sunday morning. She suffered a stroke of paralysis about seven weeks ago from which she never recovered. She rallied at times, but it was evident to those about her that the end was near. At the time of her passing she was 76 years of age. The funeral was held Tuesday morning. Services were conducted in St. Thomas church in this city. A requiem high mass was celebrated by the pastor, Rev. M. McNerney. Burial was in St. John's cemetery. The pall bearers were Leo Shea, Robert Mulroney, Patrick Charles Jackman, Charles Spies, J. H. Kelly and Dr. F. X. Cretzmeyer. Bridget McCabe was born at Reading, Pennsylvania, March 1, 1857. Her parents, Mr. and Mrs. McCabe, died when she was very young. When but nine years of age, with her sister, Mrs. J. T. Mulroney, she accompanied the late Mr. and Mrs. Robert Shea to the old town of Emmetsburg. This was in 1866. Here she lived under the most modest of circumstance until she reached young womanhood. She was united in marriage June 24, 1878, to Mr. John T. Laughlin, a son of Martin Laughlin, one of the first settlers. Later the family moved to Emmetsburg where they have since resided. Mr. Laughlin passed away in Emmetsburg November 26, 1898. Five sons and four daughters were born to Mr. and Mrs. Laughlin. All by one survive her. They are Robert of Mason City, Maurice of Des Moines and Joe, Jean and Lou Laughlin of this city, Mrs. Rene Hughes of Cherokee, Miss Claudia of Albuquerque, New Mexico, and Mrs. Thos. Martin of this city. A daughter, Miss Cassie, passed away in 1900. A sister, Mrs. J. T. Mulroney of Emmetsburg, also survives. Miss Claudia is a registered nurse and has spent the past several weeks in Emmetsburg caring for her failing mother. All were present at the funeral. In the passing of Mrs. Laughlin, Emmetsburg and Palo Alto county loses one of its finest pioneer ladies. A resident of this place for 66 years, she saw and encouraged our community's growth almost from its very beginning. She knew only too well the many hardships the founders of our community had to bear in order that they might eke out an honorable living and in order that they might provide a few of the necessities of life. There were no luxuries for these pioneering ladies and gentlemen. But there was hospitality - far surpassing that of our day. Mrs. Laughlin was above all else a Christian lady. She was always ready to administer to those less fortunate than herself and she prided above all else her privilege to mould the lives of her deserving sons and daughters. Her works of charity were many and her kindness was greater than mere words. She was always active in the religious and social life of our community. Even in the twilight years of her useful life she kept abreast of the times and took an active part whenever her help was needed. Her absence from the home circle will be a great loss to those nearest and dearest to her. The Democrat joins with many others in our community in extending sincere sympathy to the bereaved sons and daughters and to the loving sister and other relatives.

Posted on: PaloAlto County Queries Reply Here: http://cgi.rootsweb.com/~genbbs/genbbs.cgi/USA/Ia/PaloAlto/178 Surname: James, Lohre ------------------------- Any one know of an Eva (James?)Lohre who lived in Sioux Rapids, Palo Alto around 1918-1920s, married to Henry George Lohre from Wannaska, Minnesota. He was a machinist. Evas name was on His World War One Enlistment and Discharge Papers. Henry was my Grandmothers Ida Lohre Johnsons Brother and she never knew what happened to him after 1920. We are doing the family geneology and are trying to find out what happened to them.

Posted on: PaloAlto County Obituaries Reply Here: http://cgi.rootsweb.com/~genbbs/genbbs.cgi/USA/Ia/PaloAltoObits/522 Surname: Mugan, Brennan, Leahy, Sherlock, Schuller ------------------------- Emmetsburg Democrat, Thursday, November 23, 1933 Mrs. Thomas Mugan Died Wednesday Morning M. F. Brennan and Mesdames Celia Leahy and Dan Serlock of this city received the sad news yesterday of the death of their sister, Mrs. Thomas Mugan, which occurred at her home at Jefferson Wednesday morning. Mrs. Sherlock, Mike Mugan and Mrs. A. Schuller of this place left for Jefferson last evening. The funeral will be held Friday morning. Mrs. Mugan's maiden name was Anna Brennan. She was born in Canada and was a daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. James Brennan. She was perhaps 90 years of age. Mr. Mugan, who was a Civil War veteran, died about seven years ago. Mrs. Mugan's death is mourned by three sons, Mike of this city, Attorney T. A. and Dan who reside at Jefferson. Dan was for a number of years postmaster at Jefferson during the Wilson administration. Mrs. Mugan also leaves her brother, M. F. Brennan and her two sisters Mrs. Celia Leahy and Mrs. Dan Sherlock, all of this place. Heartfelt sympathy is extended to the sons, brother and sisters in their bereavement.

Posted on: PaloAlto County Obituaries Reply Here: http://cgi.rootsweb.com/~genbbs/genbbs.cgi/USA/Ia/PaloAltoObits/521 Surname: O'Brien, Meehan, Lattimer, Casey, Hall, Burke ------------------------- See obit for daughter of Mary Lowery Meehan: Katie Meehan O'Brien (1947) from Emmetsburg , wife of W.J. O'Brien (1958).

Posted on: PaloAlto County Obituaries Reply Here: http://cgi.rootsweb.com/~genbbs/genbbs.cgi/USA/Ia/PaloAltoObits/520 Surname: O'Brien, Meehan ------------------------- See obits for the son of Wm. and Ann Daily O'Brien: W.J. O'Brien (1958) and his wife, Catherine (Katie) Meehan O'Brien (1947) and their son Harold F. O'Brien (1981)

Posted on: PaloAlto County Obituaries Reply Here: http://cgi.rootsweb.com/~genbbs/genbbs.cgi/USA/Ia/PaloAltoObits/518 Surname: Collins, Ramsdell, McNally, Borrus, Kirschbaum ------------------------- Emmetsburg Democrat Emmetsburg, Palo Alto, Iowa Wednesday, January 9, 1918 Ed. J. Collins Dead Died Last Thursday-Funeral Was Held on Monday Edward J Collins passed away last Thursday morning at the home of his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Peter Collins of this place. The funeral was held Monday. Services were conducted at the Assumption church, Very Rev. P.F. Farrelly officiating. The burial was in St. John's cemetery. Many old friends and neighbors were in attendance. The pall bearers were his four brothers-Peter, John, Michael and James-and his two cousins, James O'Donnell of Nevada, Iowa and Harold Nally of Emmetsburg. Mr. Collins was born in this city March 25, 1888. When he was eight years of age his parents moved to Superior, this state. Later they lived at Estherville and West Bend. A number of years ago they located in this city. Mr. Collins was married at Portal, N.D., June 30, 1910 to Miss Christina Ramsdell. The following year Mr. and Mrs. Collins moved to Ogden, this state, where Mr. Collins was agent for the Milwaukee company. He was later train dispatcher at Council Bluffs for the Illinois Central company. A couple of years ago he was taken with pneumonia and was weak for some time. He went to Colorado last August but he did not gain in strength. In December he entered a hospital at Colorado Springs. A couple of weeks ago he returned to Emmetsburg. Mr. Collins is survived by his wife and daughter, Marie, aged three years and by his parents, five brothers and six sisters. The brothers are James and John of this city, Will of Ortley, S.D., Peter of Shakopee, Minnesota, and Michael of Minneapolis. The sisters are Mrs. W.T. McNally of Emmetsburg, Mrs. Frank Borrus of Minneapolis, Mrs. Matt Kirschbaum of Garner and Misses Loretta, Agnes and Helen Collins of Emmetsburg. Mr. Collins was an industrious, frugal, careful, upright young man. He proved himself capable and useful in railroad work and he won an retained the confidence and good will of his employers. He was mild, courteous and obliging and his personal conduct was always such as to win him the admiration of his friends and business associates. He was a sincere and devout member of his church. He made its teachings practical and efficacious in his daily aspirations and practices. His preparation for the final summons, deeply though he deplored to leave his wife and little daughter, was truly edifying. In manhood's prime he was taken from his home and loved ones. His death will be deeply mourned not only by those who were bound to him by the closest of ties but by all others who knew him. Sincere sympathy is extended to Mrs. Collins, the little daughter, and the sorrowing parents, brothers, and sisters. Link: Palo Alto County, Iowa USGenWeb Project URL: <http://www.rootsweb.com/~iapaloal/paloalto.htm>

Posted on: PaloAlto County Obituaries Reply Here: http://cgi.rootsweb.com/~genbbs/genbbs.cgi/USA/Ia/PaloAltoObits/517 Surname: McNally ------------------------- Emmetsburg Democrat Emmetsburg, Palo Alto, Iowa 23 Oct 1930 Robert McNally Dies in Chicago Nephew of Ed McNally and Son of Alex McNally of Rockford, Iowa. Once Lived Here. Ed McNally, accompanied by Dan McNally, was called to Rockford, Iowa, Saturday to attend the funeral of his nephew, Robert McNally, son of Alex McNally. He died Wednesday of last week at his home at Summitt, Illinois, Chicago suburb, from an injurie sustained in a switching yard accident in the Chicago & Alton yards. The sad affair occurred seven weeks ago. Mr. McNally was riding on the side of a switch engine and happened to drop off to attend to some matter. As he was jumping on again, the rear end of a passenger car, which he did not see, struck him, fracturing his skull, dislocating one of his shoulders and breaking several ribs. He lived seven weeks. He is survived by his wife, parents, three sons and two daughters. The sons and daughters are full grown. His oldest son is employed in the Chicago postoffice. Mr. McNally was 49 years of age. Per 29 to 30 years ago, when a young man, he worked for Walter Keating of Great Oak township. He was quite well known in this locality. His local relatives and friends will learn with deep regret of his death. Link: Palo Alto County, Iowa USGenWeb Project URL: <http://www.rootsweb.com/~iapaloal/paloalto.htm>