BEDFORD WEEKLY MAIL BEDFORD, INDIANA FRIDAY, MAY 23, 1902 Death of Mrs. Eli W. Fish. Wife of one of Lawrence county's worthy boys passed away at their home No. 1418 Grand Ave., Kansas City, Mo. May 9, 1902. Her disease was nervous prostration from which she died after lingering five weeks. Mrs. Fish was born in Bedford, Ind., Sept. 11, 1848. Was married to Mr. Fish in 1866. Her maiden name was Eliza C. Clark, and was a sister of Mrs. William Hilton, of this city. Mrs. Fish was well known in this vicinity, and her many friends will with sorrow hear of her death. On behalf of the friends and relatives of Mrs. Fish, and family, the writer tenders our sincere sympathy and condolence in their great bereavement. "Weep not the her suffering if o'er, Weep not that her race is run, God grant we may rest as calmly, When our work like hers is done. Till then we would yield up gladly, Our treasure to him to keep, And rejoice in the sweet assurance, He giveth his loved ones Sleep." Mrs. Fish was a member of the First Christian church of Kansas City. Although her home had been in the west for nearly thirty-six years we haven't forgot the sweet, gentle life of our dear friend, and may the spirit and comfort of God attend us until we one by one cross over. She leaves a husband and two children to mourn. He son Phil is a business man of St. Louis and her daughter, Mrs. Schley, is a resident of Kansas City. J. W.

BEDFORD WEEKLY MAIL BEDFORD, INDIANA FRIDAY, MAY 23, 1902 Mrs. William Eastin, of South F street, died Wednesday at 7:30 o'clock, of consumption, and was buried Friday at 10- o'clock, at Beech Grove Cemetery.

BEDFORD WEEKLY MAIL BEDFORD, INDIANA FRIDAY, MAY 23, 1902 Mrs. Watty Owens, mother of Zimri Bennett and Mrs. A. K. Sears, who lived with the latter in this city, died Wednesday a.m. aged 83 years, and was buried Thursday afternoon at 3 o'clock, at Avoca. ******** FRIDAY, MAY 30, 1902 OBITUARY. Another pioneer gone. Aunt Cynthia Owens, a highly esteemed old lady, passed away at the home of her daughter, Mrs. A. K. Sears, corner of 17th and L streets, this city, May 20, 1902. She was a native of Kentucky, born July 12, 1819 and was nearly eighty-three years old. Her mailed name was Bridwell. Her father's family were among the early settlers of this county. In the year 1839 she was married to Mr. Hugh Bennett, who died in the summer of 1850. Mr. Bennett lived at that time where the town of Avoca now stands. To this union six children were born, Samuel, John, Zemariah, Lemuel, Dock and Nancy. Mrs. Bennett, by the death of her husband, was left to care and provide for the family of six children. By her industrious economy she provided well for her household and was always ready day and night, rain or shine, to help other in struggles of life. In 1857, Mrs. Bennett was again married, taking for her husband Mr. Own W. Owens, "Uncle Nat," as he was called. To Mr. and Mrs. Owens were born two children, Sarah F., who died in infancy, and Netta, wife of Mr. Ambrose Sears. Aunt Cyntha was again left a widow eleven years ago when Uncle Nat died. Since the death of Mr. Owens she had lived pleasantly with her children. She was one of those blessed old grandmothers, who seemed to grow sweeter at they got older. Her death came as the result of old age. She fell asleep in Jesus, surrounded by her children and grandchildren. Mrs. A. K. Sears, Mrs. Finley Guyger, John and Dock Bennett survive. Mrs. Owens was a life long member of the Missionary Baptist Church, having united with that church when in her teens. She was a faithful follower of Christ near seventy years. But now she rests from her labor and great will be her reward. As a neighbor, wife, mother and Christians she was faithful to the end. "Weep not that her labors are o'er, Weep not that her race is run. God grant we may rest as calmly, When our work like hers is done." The funeral was largely attended, service conducted by the writer. The services were held in the Baptist Church at Avoca. Interment at the Avoca cemetery. J. W. NOTE: Cintha A. Owens: Died 20 May 1902. Wife of O. W. 83y Burial at Bennett Cemetery, Marshall Twp.

BEDFORD WEEKLY MAIL BEDFORD, INDIANA FRIDAY, MAY 23, 1902 Mrs. Phebe Voss died at the home of Doc Ferguson, near Springville, Wednesday at 3 o'clock, aged 77 years. The funeral took place Thursday about noon, at Springville.

BEDFORD WEEKLY MAIL BEDFORD, INDIANA FRIDAY, MAY 23, 1902 Shoals, Ind., May 20. – Today about noon two shots rang out in quick succession at the home of Abner Holt, two miles north of Shoals and David Salmon, aged 55, a veteran of the Civil War, was a murder, and Anna Salmon, his wife, aged 49, fell dying at his feet. Before the fact was barely known or an arrest could be made he had sent a bullet crashing through his own heart, dying instantly. Salmon was a widower with seven sons when he married the victim of his wrath about four years ago, and their married life was very unpleasant. Four weeks ago they separated, she going to the home of Holt. Today Salmon went to the Holt home, and entering the room where Mrs. Salmon was building a fire, said: "Anna, I want to talk to you; I want you to come back and live with me." She replied: "I do not want to talk to you, and I would rather die than live with you." Without another word Salmon pulled a revolver and fired two shots, one striking her in the right side, just below the arm pit, killing her instantly. Salmon rushed from the house and started for this city, but on meeting a gang of road workmen called one aside and told him of his horrible crime. He said that no one could arrest him, and that he was going to commit suicide. He walked a short distance and sat down by the roadside, and while the men were contemplating what should be done with him a shot rang out. They hurried to where he was, only to find him lying in a pool of his own blood and dead.

BEDFORD WEEKLY MAIL BEDFORD, INDIANA FRIDAY, MAY 23, 1902 The body of Conductor George Crawford, of the B. & O. S. W., who died at Seymour, of consumption, was brought here Friday, over the B. & O. S. W., and was buried Saturday afternoon at Pinhook. He was 37 years of age and leaves a wife. He was a member of the Brotherhood of Railway Trainmen. ****************** George Crawford, formerly conductor on the B. & O. S. W. and a resident of this city, died at Seymour, this morning, after suffering a year from consumption. He was compelled to stop railroading about a year ago on account of his health and gradually failed until death. He was born at Tunnelton 37 years ago and when a young man began work as a brakeman on the old O. & M. Later he was promoted to a conductorship and came to this city where he lived a number of years. He was united in marriage here with Miss Carrie Stears, of this city. They moved from here to Seymour about five years ago where they since resided. His widow survives him. – Washington Herald. ************* PINHOOK George Crawford, formerly of this place, late of Washington, Ind., was buried here Saturday. Mr. Crawford was conductor on the B. & O. S. W. Railway and was well respected and liked by all who knew him. There was a large crowd at the funeral. He leaves a wife and family, mother, two brothers and three sisters to mourn his loss. They have the sympathy of the community at large. May the Lord comfort them in their great sorrow. Several of the Tunnelton people were here to attend the funeral of George Crawford. NOTE: George Crawford: 2 Jan 1865 - 15 May 1902. Burial at Pinhook Cemetery, Guthrie Twp.

BEDFORD WEEKLY MAIL BEDFORD, INDIANA FRIDAY, MAY 16, 1902 Mack Chesnut and family, of Springville, were called here Tuesday, to attend the funeral of their relative James Quigley. *********** James Quigley was buried at Beech Grover Monday. His death was due to pneumonia and cancer, and he had been dangerously ill for two weeks. He leaves a wife and nine children to battle through this life alone. *************** FRIDAY, MAY 23, 1902 OBITUARY. Died, Sunday, May 11, 1902, at 12:00 midnight, James F. Quigley, at his home four miles south of town. He was taken ill on Tuesday and died the next Sunday week, being sick only 12 short days. His death was due to chronic diarrhea and pneumonia, the former being contracted in the Civil War, in which he served from beginning to end. He was born in Muskingham county, Ohio, June 2nd, 1833, being 63 years, 11 months and 10 days old at the time of his death. His former life was spent in New York, after which he removed to Terre Haute and then to Bedford, where he remained until four and a half years prior to his death. He was known to most every one in Bedford and had a host of friends, - was loved and respected by all who knew him. He was married to Miss Minerva S. Chesnut, of Springville, Jan. 12, 1887, who with nine children is left to mourn his loss, beside the many relatives and friends. He will be missed in many places – abroad as well as at home, but God's will be done, not ours. Sleep soldier, take thy rest, the battle's o'er, Ne'er wilt thou hear again, the cannon's roar; Faithful was thou, till death, mid toil and strife. Now there awaits for thee a crown of life. DELLA M. QUIGLEY. NOTE: James F. Quigley: 2 Jun 1838 – 10 May 1902. Co G 43 Inf. Burial at Beech Grove Cemetery, Bedford

BEDFORD WEEKLY MAIL BEDFORD, INDIANA FRIDAY, MAY 16, 1902 Bertha Ennis Quackenbush, aged 24 years, daughter of Ebenezer Quackenbush, died Thursday morning, near Fayetteville, and was be buried this afternoon at 2 o'clock, at New Union. ************* FRIDAY, MAY 23, 1902 OVER THE WAY The burial of Bertha Quackenbush who died at her home near here last Thursday took place at New Union Friday afternoon. The funeral services were conducted by Rev. John Williams, of Bedford. They sympathy of all the community is extended to the relatives of the deceased.

BEDFORD WEEKLY MAIL BEDFORD, INDIANA FRIDAY, MAY 23, 1902 The funeral of Jacob Bossert, at Williams, was attended Sunday by a large concourse of people, many from Bedford being present. The sermon was delivered by Elder E. G. Denney, of Sullivan county. Mr. Bossert was born in Germany and was 64 years, 11 months old. He was a most excellent citizen, an Elder of the Church of Christ and a patriot. He served in the 67th Ind. Reg. Infy. and had the reputation of a brave man, having been in 16 engagements during the war. Quite a number of veterans marched in front of the hearse which bore his remains from his home near the town. Many were the expressions of sorrow exhibited by the hundreds that passed by the open coffin after the sermon. He was laid to rest in the cemetery that surrounds the church house. ************ Jacob Bossert, of Williams, who died last Friday, had just been granted a pension through the efforts of Senator Beveridge, who got a special bill through Congress to that effect. NOTE: Jacob Bossert: 5 Jul 1837 – 16 May 1902. Co. A 67 Ind. Inf. Burial at Williams Cemetery, Spice Valley Twp.

BEDFORD WEEKLY MAIL BEDFORD, INDIANA FRIDAY, MAY 16, 1902 Washington, Ind., May 12. – William Bemis was killed this morning while plowing in his garden at Jasonville. The horse became frightened, and in trying to quiet the animal Bemis became entangled in the harness. He fell to the ground and the horse stepped on his breast, crushing it and causing instant death.

BEDFORD WEEKLY MAIL BEDFORD, INDIANA FRIDAY, MAY 16, 1902 Washington, Ind., May 13. – Louis Smead, a young farmer who lived near this city, was killed yesterday by a free falling on him while he was plowing. He had fired the tree and just as he neared it it began to fall. He had the lines around his waist, and on this account was unable to get out of the way.

BEDFORD WEEKLY MAIL BEDFORD, INDIANA FRIDAY, MAY 16, 1902 The body of John B. King, a soldier killed in action in the Philippines March 3rd, 1900, as a member of Troop C, 3rd U. S. Cavalry, was received here Friday a.m., by express, from San Francisco and sent to Bloomfield for burial.

BEDFORD WEEKLY MAIL BEDFORD, INDIANA FRIDAY, MAY 9, 1902 The three-year-old daughter of B. F. Milligan died Saturday evening and was buried this forenoon at Green Hill. ********* OBITUARY. To the memory of little Millard Milligan, born April 20, 1900. Death has come into our circle and claimed our darling little one. A few short days we kept him and then God took back his own. It was so hard to see him suffer, To hear those little groans and sighs, Now we know he is free from sorrow, In that home beyond the skies. Why should we mourn for little Millard, For we know he is happy now, For he has gone to be an angel, And wear a crown upon his brow. No more suffering shall he know, No more griefs and pains to bear, He has let us here below, And gone to dwell among the fair. Yes, little Millard, he has left us, Gone to heaven no more to die, Christ has claimed him for a jewel And called him to that home on high. It is so lonely here without him, And his loss we deeply mourn, Yet we trust that we shall meet him, When our work on earth is done. CARD OF THANKS. We wish to hank our neighbors and friends for their kindness during the sickness and death of our darling baby. MR. AND MRS. B. F. MILLGAN.

BEDFORD WEEKLY MAIL BEDFORD, INDIANA FRIDAY, MAY 9, 1902 Laid To Rest. The remains of Dr. C. B. H. Martin were interred in Bellevue Wednesday afternoon. Dr. Payton Hodge (Hoge), of Louisville, conducted the services, which were held in the Second Presbyterian church, of which the deceased was for many years the much beloved pastor. The arrangements were dictated by Dr. Martin before his death, and in accord with his expressed wish, the services were very simple, consisting of a prayer by Dr. Ramsey, reading of three verses of his favorite chapter of Revelations by Dr. Hoge, singing of two hymns and the closing prayer by Dr. Worrall. At the grave a hymn and prayer by Dr. Marquess closed the services. There was no address. The pall bearers were officers of the church during Dr. Martin's pastorate. His old congregation and many friends attended the services of this pure Christian gentleman and beloved disciple of the Lord. Accompanying the body from Louisville , besides the widow and children, Mr. and Mrs. Thos. Thornton and Mr. Ernest Martin, were Dr. Peyton Hoge, of the Warren Memorial church, Louisville; Dr. Marquess, President of the Theological Seminary, Louisville; Mr. Henry C. Thornton, Prof. Chas. Thomas and Mr. George Thornton, of Indianapolis; Mr. Harry Warren, of Louisville and Dr. Wm. Martin, brother of the deceased. Memorials services in his honor were held Wednesday in Louisville at the Presbyterian Seminary. The members of the family and the students were present in large numbers to do honor to the memory of the dead professor of the church history. Dr. C. K. Crawford presided. Dr. Crawford made a short address in which he eulogized the life and work of Dr. Martin. He said the world would be much better if men emulated the life of the educator. Prayer was offered by Dr. J. Kinsey Smith. Dr. T. M. Hawes made the principal address. Dr. Hawes paid a glowing tribute to the Rev. Mr. Martin. He praised him as man, minister and educator. R. W. Bonner and A. V. Reatice spoke for the faculty. He dwelt upon the Rev. M. Martin's worth as an instructor in all branches relating to the Presbyterian church. To those who knew him best, and therefore loved him most the simple announcement of the death of this venerated and faithful servant of God has brought the deepest grief and mourning most sincere. Endowed with great natural ability and the highest mental attainments, in him was commingled the tenderest sympathy and love approaching that which "passeth understanding," and many a stricken heart has found healing and consolation in the language spoken by the lips, now sealed and dumb, over the cold forms of some loved one about to be consigned to the last resting place. Dr. Martin's death was due to cancer and came after a long and painful illness. For the last few days it has been known that the end was near, and nearly all his close relatives were at his bedside. In addition to his wife he is survived by one son Mr. Ernest Martin, who, until recently, was a Presbyterian minister. His brother, Dr. W. A. P. Martin, is one of the most prominent missionaries in the service of the Presbyterian church, and was in Pekin during the famous siege, but had returned, and was at the bedside of his dying brother. Dr. Martin filled a successful pastorate at Bedford, Ind., and then came to Danville, and was pastor of the Second Presbyterian church of his city for a number of years. Later he became a professor in the Danville Theological Seminary, and as a teacher was as successful as he had been as a preacher. At the time of the consolidation of the two seminaries he removed to Louisville. His death will be mourned as a loss to the entire Presbyterian church of Kentucky. Though his most intimate friends here had long been acquainted with the condition of his health, the sad news of the death of this able and beloved minister came as a severe shock to the entire community, which, through his unassuming and modest demeanor and faithful ministrations had learned to honor and revere him, and the estimation in which he was held was deeply manifest at the brief services held this afternoon at the Second Presbyterian church, and by the large concourse of friends that followed his remains to beautiful Bellevue, which he had requested should be his last resting place. Dr. Martin was born August 5th, 1829, and was therefore in the seventy-third year of his age. "Out of the shadows that shroud the soul, Out of the seas when the sad waves roll, Part from the whirl of each mundane pole, 'He moved into the light' Out of the region of cloud and rain, Out of the cares that oppress the brain, Out of this body of sin and pain, 'He moves into the light.' Out of the struggles of church and state, Out of the empire of pride and hate, Up throng the beautiful sapphire gates, 'He moved into the light.' Beyond the noise of creation's jars, Higher than all the worlds and stars, Higher than limits of reason's bars, 'He moved into the light.'" Tri-Weekly Kentucky Advocate, Danville.

BEDFORD WEEKLY MAIL BEDFORD, INDIANA FRIDAY, APRIL 25, 1902 John B. Lowder, aged 21, a son of Cyrus Lowder, of Popcorn, died of typhoid Saturday, at Fort Adams, near Newport, R. I. He was a Quartermaster Sergeant in Co. 110, U. S. Coast Artillery, and had been in that branch since September, 1901. He also served in Cuba and Porto Rico during the Spanish-American War, as range finder in Battery B, 4th Light Artillery. He was an excellent and promising young man highly respected at home and in the Army. ************ POPCORN Dr. Lowder received a message that his son Burgess of Rhode Island is seriously ill of typhoid fever. ********** CENTER OF THE EARTH The friends of J. B. Louder were grieved to hear of his death which occurred last Saturday. Though not unexpected the sad intelligence has cast a gloom over the entire neighborhood. The bereaved family have the sympathy of all in their great affliction. ********************* FRIDAY, MAY 9, 1902 OBITUARY. John B. Lowder, son of Dr. Cyrus Lowder and Ellen Lowder, died April 19, 1902, at Fort Adams, R. I., of typhoid fever, developed by over work. He was born on the old Lowder farm near Springville Sept. 16, 1880. His age being 21 yrs. 7 mo. and 3 days. He was of Scotch and English descent. His father's people being English and Quakers and her (his) mother a descendant of the Scottish Highland Douglasses. He entered school at the age of 5, advanced rapidly in his studies and in his early years showed a very patriotic spirit. In the school entertainments he would always represent Uncle Sam in both dress and speech. He loved such books as "The History of Life of Gen. Grant," "Grant's Memoirs" and Charles King's "Cadet Days at West Point." When war broke out with Spain, he pleaded with his parents for permission to go, obtaining it he started next day for Louisville, where he failed to get in on account of his age. He took the next train to Indianapolis where he enlisted. He was sent to Columbus, Ohio, then to New Orleans, Chickamauga and Tampa, Fla. From that place he sailed for Cuba under Gen. Randolph as range finder for Battery B 4th, Light Artillery which position he gained on account of his quick and accurate calculation. He stayed only a few days in Cuba when they sailed for Porto Rico. Provisions ran short on ship board and the weather was extremely hot. For three weeks they were only allowed three tablespoons full of tomatoes, one half pint of water and some hard tack once every 24 hours. In Porto Rico he saw actual service in the storming of San Juan Heights and the battle of Coamo. When he got the guns all aimed in the former, the Captain told him he could go back over the hill out of danger. He went but he could not stay where he could hear all the tumult of battle and not see it. He rushed back and offered his service to the Red Cross Society and went to work ferrying out the dead and wounded. The reporter to the Indianapolis paper stating that he deserved praise as he never stopped to eat nor sleep until every wounded man had been properly cared for, working continually for 36 hours. When acting as orderly between his Commander and Gen. Miles, he was badly hurt by a horse and was carried to a hospital in an unconscious condition. The doctor unusually kind and told him he must not stay there in the fever hospital for fear he contracted the disease, but must go to the Hot Springs. He started on the way he met with a Porto Rican, who addressed him in good English. The man invited him home with him, and nursed him until he was well proving himself a good friend, never letting J. B. Lowder want for anything as long as he stayed in Porto Rice. When he returned to camp, he was put in charge of the Hospital at Coamo, and was given the keys to the medicine chest. He remained there about 4 months, but was not well, so they sent him home on a hospital ship. When they arrived at New York, Helen Gould had conveyance then to take them to her mansion, there being 72 of them. They remained there until they got some new clothes and furloughs home. He remained at home about two moths when he was ordered South, where the southern people with their great hospitality made reception after reception for him. He spent the following winter at Fort Riley, Kansas, but he was not well, and was dissatisfied because he was not in line of promotion and wanted a better education. He was discharged and rested at home a short time, then entered college for a year. He reenlisted early in the fall of 1900 and went to Fort Adams R. I. where he remained until his death. The desire of his life was to be 2nd Lieut. He went to New York City and passed examination for that position the 1st of April. While there he was taken ill and carried back to Fort Adams, a very sick man. His dearly prized omission was issued 24 hours before his death. He had a bright cheerful disposition and an indomitable will writing to his parents and friends assuring them that he would be well. He wrote his parents on Friday before he died on Saturday saying": "I am glad you did not come, I will be home in six weeks," then added "Don't be surprised if another writes the next." His future looked very bright and promising but he was stirred by a noble ambition that went far beyond his strength and he has passed through the portal which we call "Death." He was very entertaining and possessed great conservational powers, seldom losing a listener when he began to talk. He had not been at Fort Adams long when the soldiers were brought out for inspection and premium offered for the neatest, cleanest and best dressed soldier. He wrote home saying" "Mother, the ribbon was tied on my arm." His body was first given to the Presbyterians and they held funeral services. Then the soldiers of Fort Adams took the body and held their service. The procession consisted of 500 solders, 200 sailors and 200 citizens. They seem to love him as a brother, buying him a lovely casket and presenting bouquets beautiful beyond description. The remains were then sent to Washington City with one of his comrades accompanying it. Whither the father and only brother had gone to witness the last sad rites. The two daughters, Mrs. Lottie Blackburn, of Oolitic, and Mrs. Nettie Jones, of near Harrodsburg, remained at home with the mother who did not feel able to go. The body was taken off the train at Penn depot and placed in an ambulance drawn by two white horses, and driven down past the White House to the arsenal. From there they went on across the Potomac river to Gen. Robt. E. Lee's mansion and stopped. Then they drove on and placed the body in the vault. Just after noon the caisson wagon and 31 soldiers were brought out. Six of them were marched to the vault, got the body and placed it on the caisson wagon with the floral ladder at the foot and the large hoops of flowers at the head with the other leading against the sides of the casket. They stared for Arlington then with the caisson wagon drawn by six black horse with riders and one out rider, one horse with saddle and no rider, and the pall bearers on either side, the Captain and other soldiers in front, the father, brother, comrades and manager in a carriage next the caisson wagon. The soldiers had red saddle blankets, blue clothes, white gloves and white leggings. Arriving at the grave they took their place. The Chaplain read the ceremony. The father and brother were allowed to view the remains. Sixteen soldiers forming half square fired the farewell salute. The remains of John B. Lowder were placed in their last resting place by the same battery that he went to Cuba with as Range Finder, Light Battery B, 4th Light Artillery. "And though at times impetuous with emotion And anguish long suppressed, The swelling heart heaves moaning like the ocean, That cannot be at rest. We will be patient and assuage the feeling , We may not wholly stay, By silence sanctifying, not concealing, The grief that must have way."

BEDFORD WEEKLY MAIL BEDFORD, INDIANA FRIDAY, MAY 9, 1902 SCHOOL NOTES Miss Bonnie Davis, a sister of Marguerite Davis of the Sophomore Class died Monday at the home of her parents on East 15th Street. Miss Davis was a graduate of the Columbus High School and the funeral will be held in that city on Wednesday. Her sister and parents have the sincerest sympathy of the High School in their sorrow.

BEDFORD WEEKLY MAIL BEDFORD, INDIANA FRIDAY, MAY 9, 1902 POPCORN The people of this place were grieved to hear of the death of Mrs. Rodger Peterson, which occurred Friday. Mrs. Peterson has been ill for several weeks. The bereaved family have the sympathy of the entire community.

BEDFORD WEEKLY MAIL BEDFORD, INDIANA FRIDAY, MAY 9, 1902 Riley Foddrill received a telegram Thursday, announcing the death at Bloomfield, at 3 o'clock Wednesday afternoon, of his father, Henry Foddrill, aged 88 years. The funeral took place Thursday, at Buena Vista, north west of Harrodsburg.

BEDFORD WEEKLY MAIL BEDFORD, INDIANA FRIDAY, MAY 9, 1902 Miss Alice Martin, daughter of W. H. Martin, general agent of the Farmer's Insurance Association, died at the residence of her brother at Norman Station, Sunday, after a short illness of pneumonia. Interment at Gilgal Monday afternoon. – Heltonville News.

BEDFORD WEEKLY MAIL BEDFORD, INDIANA FRIDAY, MAY 2, 1902 TOOK STRYCHNINE Charles Kelly Chooses Quick Route To the Other World. Charles Kelly, who lived in a shanty near Spider Creek on West 16th street, put 10 cents worth of strychnine in a glass of water, Thursday at 7:30, and drank it. Kelly wanted to die, and his wish was quickly gratified, the terrible drug getting in its work in short order. Kelly told a friend named Acton Wednesday that he was going to kill himself. He was about 44 years of age, and had frequently been in court.