The LaCygne Weekly Journal Linn County Friday April 14, 1899 Scott Township Loses a Good Citizen. Mr. N.Y. COLLINS departed from this life at his residence 3 miles northeast of Cadmus, Tuesday morning at 8 o'clock, after suffering for over three months. On Jan. 1st. he had a stroke of paralysis and in a couple of days he had another which left him speechless and almost helpless. After eight weeks he partially recovered and could walk around the room, but he never regained his speech. About six week ago he had another stroke which resulted in his death. He could take no nourishment an dfor 41 days he tasted nothing but water. His long sickness and severe suffering will long be remembered by his loved ones and friends. Mr. COLLINS was a member of the M.E. church in which he was a willing worker. He was a loving husband, a kind father, and an honorable and upright citizen. He leaves a wife and six children with other relatives and a host of friends to mourn his loss. The funeral was preached at the house, Wednesday afternoon at 2 o'clock, by Rev. McKENZIE, after which the remains were laid to rest in the Cadmus cemetery followed by a large concourse of friends. The family and relatives have the sincere sympathy of the entire community. A Friend.