The Washington Republican Washington County Friday April 9, 1897 Mrs. Henry BICKEL, age 63 years, wife of Henry Bickel, died in her home here yesterday morning at 5 o'clock. For sixteen years Mrs. Bickel has had a bad limb and six years ago her physician advised that it be amputated below the knee, she preferred not, and blood poisoning set in, the effects of which, coupled with the grip she died. We are not advised as to when the funeral was held.

The Washington Republican Washington County Friday April 2, 1897 Foster-Flenniken. The marriage of George FOSTER and Mary FLENNIKEN took place here Wednesday evening in the bride's home, before relatives of both families and a few invited guests, Rev. Geo. HAGEMAN, D.D. officiating. The affair was a very pleasant occasion, and the reception and repast given the company was elaborate. Mr. Foster is a young prosperous farmer who ranks high in the best society, and his bride is the accomplished daughter of C. Flenniken and wife who are well and favorably known here. The bride and groom will make their home with the bride's parents at present. They have the congratulations of a large circle of friends and acquaintances.

The Washington Republican Washington County Friday April 2, 1897 Died:--Mrs. Nancy PENWELL who was nearly 80 years of age, died in her home here Wednesday evening at 9 o'clock p.m. Funeral was held today conducted by Rev. BOWMAN.

The Washington Republican Washington County Friday April 2, 1897 Died:--Tuesday, March 30th, W.B. STEWART, living between this place and Linn. Mr. Stewart was (an) old resident of this county and was past his 80th year.

The Washington Republican Washington County Friday April 2, 1897 Married:--On Thursday, March 18, '97, at 1:30 p.m. a quiet wedding took place in the home of Mr. and Mrs. J. MILLIGAN, the bride's sister, living 8 miles southwest of Clay Center. The contracting parties were Mr. Albert S. McRAE, recently of Palmer, Kans., and Miss Jennie RITCHIE, of Industry, Kans. Best man and lady wer Mr. F. LOSEY and Miss Jennie McNEAL. The "Tie That Binds," was made fast by Rev. HARRY of the U.B. church. Immediately after the ceremony followed the usual congratulation. The wedding party consisting of about 20, mostly relatives, repaired to an adjoining room where a bountiful dinner was in waiting, after partaking of which an hour of praise, prayer and thanksgiving was held. Then after many kind wishes words of cheer and congratulations the people dispersed at a late hour in the afternoon.

The Washington Republican Washington County Friday April 2, 1897 Leander HUBBARD died March 26, 1897, in his home eight miles northeast of Greenleaf. He was born in Jefferson county, N.Y., Nove. 29, 1820, and united with the Episcopal church at the age of 14. While he has his failings as others have, his faith in Christ as his Savior and ground of his hope has never been known to waver. At about the age of 26 years he was married to Miss Caroline E. ALLEN of Allegany, county, N.Y. To them were born five children of which four survive, Miss Estella Hubbard, Messrs, S.W. Hubbard, E. L. Hubbard and Mrs. Nettie REEDY. Being a strong abolitionist he was among the first to answer the call lof his country in the late civil war and remained in the service until it closed. He then returned to his home in N.Y. State and lived there six years, after which he moved to Des Moines, Iowa. Here he spent two years, then moved to Dallas county where his beloved wife and daughter, Jennie died. From there he moved to Washington county, Kansas, in 1880, with his family, where he lived until his death. He was a member of the Masonic lodge at Washington and the Grand Army of the Republic at Barnes. During this winter he has been feeling very poorly, although able to be about his business. He seemed to have a premonition that his end on earth was near, but as late as Saturday previous to his death he drove his own team to Washington and after his return he repeated to his family his conviction that his departure was near and arranged his business accordingly. Tuesday morning before the family had risen he had a stroke of paralysis and died from the effect Friday March 26, at 2 a.m. His funeral was held at Beaver Creek school house Saturday at 10:30 a.m. conducted by Rev. Mason of Barnes. A large number of relatives and sympathizing friends were in attendance. The remains were laid to rest in Mt. James cemetery. E.A.C.

The Washington Republican Washington County Friday April 2, 1897 J.A. AYRES moved into the McELHANY residence this week. Miss Cora COOK is assisting in the millinery department in the Oberndorfer store. Miss Faith ANDREWS returned to Rockford, Ill., last Friday to resume her school work. Little Johnnie LEMON, son of Rev. LEMON is spending the week here withs his father. Fred AYRES came home last week from Michigan, and is now assisting his father in the store. John ELLIOTT,of Linn, was in town Wednesday seeing off some friends who left over the B & M. Sam MOORE went to Hanover Tuesday where he will work as night clerk in the Markham hotel. T.B. FREDENDALL expects to leave the last of this week for the east to order a large stock of goods. Bert JOHNSON and Herbert HUNT started Wednesday for Clark, S. Dakota, Mr. Hunt's home being there. Mrs. J.D. NEFF who enjoyed a six weeks visit with her parents in Sedan, came home the latter part of last week. Robert ALGIE will probably come home the last of this week. He would have been home sooner but has been quite sick for the past two weeks and has been unable to travel. Miss Lizzie SHAFFER who has been visiting her parents near Greenleaf went to Beatrice, Neb., yesterday to attend the teacher's association. She teaches school in Crete, Neb.

The Washington Republican Washington County Friday March 26, 1897 Marriage Licenses. March 20, James P. OWINGS, age 25, Watonga, O.T., and Eva L. ARCHER, age 20, of Palmer, married by Judge WOODFORD. March 22, Harry C. FRENCH, age 29 of Barnes, and Inez A. STORM, age 19, of Washington. March 24, Lester LARABEE age 21, and Lettie SMITH age 16, both of Haddam. March 24, Edd PARR age 23, of Kimeo and Maud CARPENTER age 19, of Parrallel, married by Judge WOODFORD.

The Washington Republican Washington County Friday March 26, 1897 Died: March, 20, 1897, Bertram, the eight month old son of Mr. and Mrs. Paulos MILLER. Funeral was held in the family home Sunday March 21, 1t 1:30 o'clock p.m. Mr. and Mrs. Miller have the sympathy of a host of their friends in their bereavement.

The Washington Republican Washington County Friday March 19, 1897 Marriage License. Christian ANDERSON, age 35 and Hanna SLIPSAGER, age 17, both of Palmer.

The Washington Republican Washington County Friday March 19, 1897 The deepest sympathy is expressed for Mr. and Mrs. Jas. SMYTERS is the loss of their child, a lovely baby of two years. The little one after three weeks suffering died at 5 a.m. March 15th. The funeral was held Tuesday afternoon in the home of E.W. GRINDLE, conducted by Rev. BATES. Myrtle has gone beyond earth's weeping, She has fled from sin and care, She is safe in angel's keeping, Where the skys are ever fair. Far away and yet so near us, In angel's bands of light and love, She can ever watch and hear us Ass though earth's dark vale we rove. She will meet and cheer and greet us, Our loved one who has gone before, We shall find her at the portals When we reach the other shore. Card of Thanks. We wish to express our sincere thanks to our friends and neighbors who so kindle assisted us with their help and sympathy during the sickness and burial of our little Myrtle. Only those who have themselves suffered, can know the bitterness of such a bereavement or appreciate the hand of sympathy and words of loving council and cheer from earthly friends who would help us to be resigned to the will of the Father who hath given for a season and hath take away to his eternal kingdom. Mr. and Mrs. Jas. Smythers Mr. and Mrs. E.W. Grindle.

The Washington Republican Washington County Friday March 19, 1897 Shooting At Hanover. Tuesday morning County Attorney T.P. RONEY, was called to Hanover on account of a shooting affair. About a week ago a Mexican went there and did some gambling. He was a musician and played a guitar, making music for the jointists. He was here about two weeks ago and entertained a little crowd of people in front of Ben SIMON's store. It seems he had been losing all of his money on cards after playing nearly all night with one Ellsworth NEED, a brakesman on the Grand Island. The Mexican said he would have his money back again and went after NEED with a knife. NEED got out and went home, got his revolver and went back and deliberately shot the Mexican through the stomach. He then gave himself up and is under $2,000 bond. The Mexican did not die, and possibly will recover. He refused to tell his name, or where his home is.

The Washington Republican Washington County Friday March 19, 1897 Will GRINDLE was called here from Frankfort this week on account of the death of his little niece. Elmer SMITH and W.C. HAW drove over to Hanover Tuesday to see the Mexican who was shot there early in the morning. Mrs. Elvira MORRISON, who has been visiting her mtoher, Mrs. VOGAN, for a week, returned to her home in St. Joseph Saturday accompanied by her sister, Miss Tillie ELLIOTT. T.B. FREDENDALL made his first appearance up town Wednesday since his illness. He was glad to get out again, and made other glad to know he was able to drive up town. Mrs. E.G. EARL, who has been visiting her parents, Mr. and Mrs. U.S. BEVERLEY, of Barnes for the past month was in town yesterday on her way to Bostwick, Neb., her home. John Kersting, constable from Highland township was in town Monday on his way to the poor farm. he had taken grandfather TOWNSEND, who will be kept there possibly till death. Miss Rose EDINGTON returned from Topeka Wednesday where she has had a position as stenographer during the legislature. She will visit her parents about a week and then go to Kansas City. Mrs. A.W. MOORE went to Rockford, Ill., yesterday to visit her daughter Louise, who is attending college there. She will also visit an old school mate whom she has not seen for twenty-seven years.

The Washington Repubican Washington County Friday March 19, 1897 Palmer. Dr. NEFF, of Lawrenceburg, Ind., is here at present. Mr. Neff is a fine doctor and will remain. The citizens of Palmer welcome him here. E.O. HAAKS of Clyde, was in town last week. Wm. MERCER went up to Clyde Monday. S.L. LASHROOK and Miss Anna FREEBORN were in Linn Sunday. J.H. LUKE, Division Supt. , of this road and Dan McLAUGHLIN, of Concordia, were here Saturday looking after business connected with the depot. Last Friday night as Harry BAUMBERGER blew out the lamp in the depot it exploded and an angry fire immediately broke out. Nearly everything was saved, but the depot soon burned to the ground. The depot is a big loss to Palmer as it was one of the largest on the road. Sunday the construction gang was down from Greenleaf and fixed a couple of box cars here for a temporary depot. All the wires are up now and in running order.

The Washington Republican Washington County Friday March 19, 1897 Haddam. Mark SLOVER is dangerously ill. Mrs. LONG as reported, is still in a critical condition. Artie McKINNEY now occupies the Dan Campbell property. Mrs. WATERMAN of Clifton, was the guest of Mrs. M.V. BOWMAN the forepart of the week. E.M. BALES will move to Marysville about the first of April.

The Washington Republican Washington County Friday March 19, 1897 Throop. Mr. NELSON has purchased an organ for his daughter, Miss Julia. Miss Laura MARKHAM spent the Sabbath with Murid McCORMICK. Thomas MERREL is no better and little hopes for recovery. Mr. Merrel will be sadly missed, a kind and obliging neighbor, never speaking ill of a neighbor where he could speak no good. Mr. and Mr. Charles SOWARD of Douglas county, are rejoicing over the brith of a son, born March 2. While we continue to send the items to the paper they will be just as they are reported to us and if perchance some thing does not suit everyone, remember that the writer is not responsible for all that is told him.

The Washington Republican Washington County Friday March 19, 1897 Throop. Uncle Mills STEWART was laid to rest Tuesday in the Fairfield cemetery. He was born in 1819. He leaves an aged wife and three sons to mourn the loss of a kind and loving father.

The Washington Republican Washington County Friday March 19, 1897 Mahaska. Fred WHEELER and wife, of Minnesota, have returned to live among us again. They are stopping at Wade SUMER's for the present. Jake SAMPSON has been sewing oats during this and last week. "Doc" MANLEY has left for Oklahoma after working through the winter for Frank EMERICK. J.G. MERRITT is visiting his son, Ira, of near Superior, Neb. Rev. A.L. DAY we understand will occupy the pulpit in the M.E. church for the coming year. Corn Market: 11c for mixed; 12c for white.

The Washington Republican Washington County Friday March 12, 1897 Med A. WATERS who travels for Tootle, Wheeler and Motter of St. Joseph, spent Sunday here with his wife. Mrs. C.N. IRVING, postmistress of Palmer, is attending court here this week and visiting with Mrs. E. A. VINCENT. Mrs. HARPER, who has been visiting her daughter, Mrs. J.D. BAUM, for ten weeks, left for her home in Colby yesterday. P.S. ERB was down from Haddam the first of the week. He brought his son Sammie with him to have his eyes treated. Hiney LEWIS and family formerly of this place were in the city a few days this week. They expect soon to move to Iowa. W.L. WILSON drove down from Nebraska Saturday and spent Sunday with his family. He is running a photography gallery there. Miss Hattie TOTTEN has returned to the city and will be found in the home of Mrs. Julia ALLEN, where the two ladies are doing dressmaking. Geo. JACOBS is making some improvements this week by putting in a 75 barrel cistern. He evidently expects some rain this summer. L. HASWELL, the Barnes butcher, was a caller here yesterday. He says Barnes is liable to become a city soon and Phil YOUNG will be elected mayor.

The Washington Republican Washington County Friday March 12, 1897 Only one marriage license this week in the whole county. On March 8, Geo. W. SCHOLFIELD, age 22 and Laura B. CUSHING, age 17, both of Kimeo, were licensed to wed.