Bloomington (Monroe County, Indiana) Courier, March 3, 1899, p. 8. Passed His 81st Birthday. Matthew Burk, aged 81, who resides about six miles east of the city, was given a birthday surprise Wednesday. About 60 friends were present to enjoy the occasion, and a big dinner. Mr. Burk is very hale and hearty considering his extreme age and looks as though he would live to see birthdays yet to come. He was born in Ireland, and came to the United States when a boy. William Burk aged 78, a brother, was present at the anniversary. Constance T. Shotts, Ed.D., CG(SM) CG and Certified Genealogist are Service Marks of the Board for Certification of Genealogists, used under license by board certificants after periodic evaluations by the Board and the board name is a trademark registered in the US Patent and Trademark Office.