The Topeka Daily State Journal Thursday September 12, 1918 Deaths and Funerals. Charles MILLER, died Tuesday morning at his home at 205 East Eighth avenue, after an illness of two years. He is survived by his wife, and daughter, Mabel H. LYON. Funeral service this afternoon at 2 o'clock from the residence. Burial in Topeka cemetery. Emma Jane MAXWELL, age 70, died Tuesday at her home, 527 Swygart avenue. The funeral was held from the residence this afternoon at 3:30 o'clock. Burial in Topeka cemetery. Joshua PIERCE, age 95, died Monday at his home, 1338 Garfield avenue. The funeral was held Wednesday afternoon from the residence. Burial in Rochester cemetery.