"The Sabbath Recorder", Vol 123, No 24, p 384, Dec. 13, 1937. Alpha Latimer Crandall was born at Milton Junction, Wis., December 1, 1851, and died November 24, 1937, at the home of his daughter, Mrs. John L. Stewart, at Omaha, Neb. He was the son of Horace H. and Mary Boomhour Crandall. He lived as a boy and young man in Farina, Ill., and was baptized into the membership of the Seventh Day Baptist Church at that place. In 1878 he went to Valley County, Neb., where he took a homestead. His home has been near or in North Loup, Neb., since that time. He is survived by his widow, Genia Rood Crandall; two sons, Paul R. and Horace C.; two daughters, Mrs. John L. Stewart and Mrs. P. E. Clement; ten grandchildren, and two great-grandchildren. O. A. C.

Census of 1840 - 1840 Census of Pensioners Revolutionary or Military Services; With the names, ages, and places of residence Returned by the marshalls of the several judicial districts; under The Act for Taking the Sixth Census http://www.usgennet.org/usa/topic/colonial/census/1840/index.html Tim Stowell tstowell@chattanooga.net Chattanooga, TN

"Seventh Day Baptist Yearbook" - 1940, p 27. Theodore S. Hurley was born near Welton, Iowa, December 17, 1858, and died at Riverside, Calif., July 17, 1939. He was the son of Leven and Sarah Babcock Hurley, being one of a family of seven brothers and three sisters. On Christmas day, 1880, he was married to Miss Eva M. Davis of Garwin, Iowa. To their union were born two sons, Frank A. Hurly of Milton, Wis., and Loyal F. Hurley, of Riverside, Calif. Most of his life was spent in his native state of Iowa, where he labored as a carpenter and builder, conducting at the fame time a truck and fruit farm. In the spring of 1903 he moved to Milton, Wis., in order to give his sons an opportunity to attend college. After two or three years spent there, and a year in California, he returned to his Iowa home. In his later years he spent about a year with his son in Wisconsin, and the last five years in California. The wife and mother died in December, 1937, since which time he has resided with his younger son. The home in Iowa was the customary home of visiting ministers and evangelists who came to the community. Mr. Hurley was the church chorister for many years, and was also in constant demand to sing for funerals all around the countryside. He was also a deacon of the church, and when there was no pastor he acted as the official leader of the group. People expected to see him at every church service just as they expected to see the sun rise. Although he was absent the last few years, his church membership was kept in the little church where he had served so long. Mr. Hurley had a wide circle of friends and acquaintances. In his active days he personally knew the owner of nearly every farm within ten or a dozen miles of his home. And because of his honor and rectitude he was respected by everyone. His word was as good as his bond, and he was honored accordingly. He is survived by his two sons; a sister, Mrs. Mary Clement, of North Loup, Neb.; a brother, Charles F. Hurley, of Riverside, Calif.; five grandchildren; several nephews and nieces; and a host of friends. "The memory of the just is blessed." "The Sabbath Recorder", Vol 124, No 3, p 48, Jan. 17, 1938. Eva M. Hurley, Daughter of Dennis and Elizabeth Jane Davis, was born at Jackson Center, Ohio, July 21, 1863, and died at Riverside, Calif., December 5, 1937. She was converted and joined the Seventh Day Baptist Church at Garwin, Iowa, in early girlhood and remained a loyal Sabbath keeper through life. She is survived by her husband, Theo. S. Hurley; a sister, Mrs. Nettie J. Thompson; two sons, Frank A. and Loyal F.; five grandchildren and one niece. Funeral services were conducted by Rev. E. S. Ballenger assisted by Mr. Robert Henry. Interment was in Montecito Park. E. S. B.

"The Sabbath Recorder", Vol 135, No 20, p 323, Nov. 15, 1943. Daisy Bell Vincent, daughter of Oren and Almira Taylor Vincent, was born in the town of Milton, Wis., October 21, 1872, and died at Milton Junction, Wis., October 18, 1943. Her parents were among the early settlers in Rock County. In early life she was baptized and united with the Rock River Seventh Day Baptist Church. Since October 17, 1911, she has been a faithful member of the Milton Junction Seventh Day Baptist Church. She married Harry E. Schroeder on March 17, 1897. Mr. Schroeder died August 3, 1926. They had two daughters, who survive: Mrs. Gerald Sayre and Mrs. Dewey Bond, also six grandchildren. On December 25, 1927, she married Jacob N. Anderson, who survives her. Farewell services were conducted in her home church, October 21, 1943, in charge of the pastor, Rev. John Fitz Randolph. Interment at Milton Junction. J. F. R.

"The Sabbath Recorder", Vol 167, No 12, p 16, Oct. 15, 1959. Ernst W. Saunders, son of William and Hattie Saunders, was born at Grand Junction, Iowa, April 18, 1891, and died at Edgerton, Wis., June 27, 1959. He married Miss Reva Van Horn of Welton, Iowa, June 5, 1920. In 1939 they removed to Albion, Wis. Survivors are his wife, one daughter, Mrs. Martin Furseth, Albion, Wis.; a son, William, Brodhead, Wis.; his mother, Mrs. Hattie Saunders, Garwin, Iowa; three brothers; and five grandchildren. Memorial services were conducted in the Albion Seventh Day Baptist Church by the Rev. Victor W. Skaggs and the Rev. Elmo F. Randolph. Burial was in Evergreen Cemetery at Albion. V. W. S.

"The Sabbath Recorder", Vol 188, No 7, p 15, Feb. 16, 1970. Mildred Saunders Coon, daughter of Edward and Flora Bond Saunders, was born in Milton, Wis., Sept. 22, 1890, and died Nov. 10, 1969, at the United Hospital in Beaver Falls, Pa. She was a member of the First Seventh Day Baptist Church of Hopkinton, R. I., having joined in her early youth. Surviving are her husband, Dr. Philip L. Coon, of Beaver Falls, Pa.; two sons, Dr. J. Laurence Coon, D. D. S., Beaver Falls, and the Rev. Philip L. Coon, Jr., Chicago Ill.; a daughter, Mrs. Edward Newman, Jr., of Chippewa Township in Pa.; and six grandchildren. Funeral services were conducted at the A.D. Campbell Funeral Home of Beaver Falls with the Rev. Hugh K. Rose of College Hill Presbyterian Church in charge. E. F. W.

"The Sabbath Recorder", Vol 188, No 7, p 15, Feb. 16, 1970. Paul Rood Crandall was born Aug. 5, 1885, in a dugout in North Loup, Nebr., and died in Riverside, Calif., Nov. 2, 1969. His faithful Christian life began with conversion while a student at Milton College and continued through his many years of service in the Battle Creek, Mich., and Riverside Seventh Day Baptist Churches where he held virtually every office from janitor to church president. His life was blessed with a loving wife, Nettie, and seven children, Paul, Indianapolis, Ind.; Mrs. Wilna VanNoty, Durango, Colo.; Mrs. Janice Marsh, Long Beach, Calif.; Gordon, Fort Lauderdale, Fla.; Wade, Riverside, Calif.; Mrs. Mary Carter. Rialto, Calif.; and Alan, Battle Creek, Mich. Besides his wife and children, he is survived by a brother, Horace, two sisters, Mrs. Ora Clement and Mrs. Hazel Stewart, twenty-six grandchildren and eleven great-grandchildren. The memorial service was conducted by his pastor C. Rex. Burdick, at Simons Mortuary and interment was at Olivewood Cemetery in Riverside. C. R. B. "The Sabbath Recorder", Vol 200, No 11, p 24, Nov. 1978. Nettie Crandall, daughter of Willette and Rhoda (Ellis) Crandall, was born in Flandreau, South Dakota, on July 20, 1887, and was called to rest on September 23, 1978 at Corona, California. Nettie committed her life to Christ during the years of her youth and she moved with her parents to Dodge Center, Minn., and later to Milton, Wisconsin. There she met and married Paul R. Crandall. They were united in holy wedlock on October 28, 1914. He preceded her in death several years ago. She is survived by four sons - Paul, Gordon, Wade and Alan; by three daughters: Wilna Van Noty, Jeanice Marsh and Mary Carter; by twenty-six grandchildren and by twenty-six great-grandchildren. Interment was in the Riverside Olivewood Cemetery with a service in loving memory conducted by her pastor, Alton L. Wheeler. A. L. W.

"The Sabbath Recorder", Vol 214, No 4, p 26, Apr. 1992. Joy Miars Cole, 59, of West Caldwell, N. J., died on January 18, 1992, at her home after an extended illness. She was born on September 27, 1932, to Dr. and Mrs. Granville (Cretora) Miars in Jackson Center, Ohio. She was baptized by the Rev. David Clarke and joined the Jackson Center SDB Church, where she became organist at the age of 12. She retained her membership in that church until her death. Joy is survived by her husband, Sandford; four sons, Martin, Kenneth, Timothy, and Clifford; and three sisters, Ilou Sanford of Milton, Wis., Carol Aiken of Burlington, Wis., and Mary Burdick of Sanger, Texas. Another sister, Adeline Lee Howard, preceded her in death in 1977.

"The Sabbath Recorder", Vol 212, No 6, p 26, June 1990. Gleason Monroe Curtis of Riverside, California, died on February 2, 1990, at the age of 87. He was born on August 19, 1902, in the Rural town of Brookfield, New York. Gleason's family moved to Riverside in 1923. He dedicated his life to the Lord at an early age. It was this commitment which made him a humble servant and inspiration to those he touched and those who touched him. He married his Riverside neighbor, Maleta Osborn, on August 10, 1926, in a beautiful outdoor wedding. He and Maleta shared their continued joy in the Lord and in each other for 63 years. Together, they had three sons - Glen, Dale and Lloyd. Gleason became a mortician in 1926 and retired 40 years later, but not from church work. He served 60 years as an ordained deacon and always had a well-stocked tool chest for making repairs to the church and to Pacific Pines Camp. A friend, a loved one, an inspiration has passed from our family. Together we give praise to the Lord for his life. "I have fought the good fight. I have kept the faith, I am ready to depart." We will miss our friend. GB "The Sabbath Recorder", Vol 214, No 4, p 25, Apr. 1992. Maleta Curtis, 93, died on December 22, 1991, at her home in Riverside, Calif. She was born on April 25, 1898, in Milton, Wis., the second child of Glen Eugene and Bertha (Brown) Osborn. On Aug 10, 1926, she married Gleason M. Curtis. Maleta was a longtime member of the Riverside, Calif., SDB Church. Survivors include two sons, Glen of Santa Clara, Utah, and Lloyd of Reno, Nev.; one daughter [in-law], Rosalie Curtis of Riverside; nine grandchildren, and 11 great-grandchildren, and many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband, Gleason; a brother, the Rev. Lester G. Osborn; and one son, Dr. Dale Curtis. A graveside service was held on December 27, 1991, in Riverside, with Pastor Gabriel Bejjani and the Rev. Alton Wheeler officiating.

"The Sabbath Recorder", Vol 214, No 4, p 24, Apr. 1992. George Herbert Crandall, 97, died on March 16, 1991, at Cedar Crest Health Center in Janesville, Wis., where he had been a resident for the past 10 years. One of five children, he was born on May 21, 1893, in West Hallock, Ill., to Calvin and Etta Crandall. He was a long time resident of the Milton, Wis., area. During his life, George was a teacher, athlete, farmer, musician, artist, biologist, physicist, and mathematician. He graduated from Milton College and the University of Wisconsin. He served as an officer in the Artillery in World War I, and was a civilian instructor in the U. S. Army Signal Corp in World War II. George worked as a mathematician instructor at Indianapolis Technology Institution. He was also the first athletic director at Milton College, as well as a trustee and a "pillar" of the college. He was a member of the High Nuclear Energy Staff of the Physics Department of the University of Wisconsin until the age of 88. Survivors include one son, Dr. George Crandall of Long Beach, Calif.; three daughters, Marjorie E. Crandall of Milton, Doris Haldiman of White Fish Bay, Wis., and Mary Anderson of Reno, Nev.; seven grandchildren, and six great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his wife, Edna (Hurlbert) Crandall. Funeral services were held on March 19, 1991, at the SDB Church in Milton. Burial was in Milton Cemetery.

"The Weekly Telephone", Milton, Wisconsin, Thursday, Apr. 9, 1891, p 5. Died - At Milton, Wis., April 2, 1891, of paralysis, Mrs. Fay Hubbard, wife of Rev. James Bailey, aged 75 years, 11 months and 18 days. Mrs. Bailey had been ill but a short time, her first attack of paralysis occurred less than one week previous to her death. The second attack followed four days after and the third 80 hours after the second. She lived 33 hours after the third shock. The funeral exercises were held from her late residence on Sunday afternoon in the presence of a large concourse of friends, Rev. E. M. Dunn assisted by President Whitford, officiating. Mrs. Bailey was greatly loved by all who knew her, being a woman of rare graces and virtues. Dr. Stillman Bailey, of Chicago, son of the deceased was at his mother's bed side for more than two days previous to her death and did all that filial love and medical science could do to prolong her life, but all human skill was unavailing. She will be missed in the church, the community but most of all in the home which she adorned with almost unparalleled grace and helpfulness. "History of Rock County, Wisconsin", 1879. ELDER JAMES BAILEY, Missionary, Seventh-Day Baptist Church, Milton Junction; born in Brookfield, Madison Co., N.Y., June 13, 1813; came to Wisconsin in 1865, locating in Walworth Co.; remained there six months in a Mission. In 1866, came to Rock Co. His labors are extended over the West and Northwest, establishing Churches. Married, in 1840, Miss Tacy HUBBARD, daughter of James HUBBARD, of Cortland Co., N.Y.; have two children - Mary F., born in July, 1846; Eli S., born in September, 1851. "The Weekly Telephone", Milton, Wisconsin, Thursday, Aug. 4, 1892, p 5. Rev. J. Bailey died at his home in this village after a brief illness, on Sunday afternoon last, July 31. Deceased had been blind for the past two years or more, and had been retired from active service in the ministry for several years. He was about 80 years old. The funeral took place from the residence, the Rev. W. C. Whitford officiating.

"The Weekly Telephone", Milton Junction, Wisconsin, Thursday, Mar. 24, 1904, p 1. Alva Archibald Brown, or "Uncle Alva," as we had all learned to call him, died at his home in Milton on Wednesday evening, March 16th, after a long and painful illness, in the 81st year of his age. He was the third son and third child, in a family of six sons and three daughters, of Fitch Brown and Ruth Babcock Brown, most of whom were born in the town of Scott, Cortland county, N. Y. All of these have now passed away, except the widow of the late George Huffman, who is a helpless invalid at Gentry, Arkansas, where she suffered, a year or two ago, a severe stroke of paralysis. Mr. Brown the senior brought his family to Wisconsin, from Indiana in 1844, and soon settled upon a farm in the town of Lima, which since the death of the father, "Uncle Alva" has owned until his death. Soon after the settlement upon this farm, the three older sons, of whom Alva was the youngest, went into what was then Marquette county, and bought land in the town of Berlin. The meeting house of the Seventh-day Baptist people in that township stands upon the corner of an 80-acre lot owned by Alva Brown, he having donated the site for that purpose. He did not remain long in that place, but returned to Milton and purchased a farm in the town of Lima adjoining that of his father. Upon this farm the greater part of his life was spent. The later years of his life he has lived in the village of Milton on West High street, where he died as already mentioned. Mr. Brown was too well known in Milton to need extended mention. To the casual observer, he seemed rough and sometimes heartless; to those who knew him better, he was kind and tender hearted. He despised shams and mere pretenses. He would not assume to be better than he was, and his brusque way of expressing his contempt for what he believed in others a false show, often made him appear worse than he was. An old neighbor expressed it well when he said, "Outside he was rough, but inside he was tender." The writer of this sketch has known him for more than fifty years and he has found this true. His son, Elmer Brown, who has for several years lived in North Dakota, was with him for a week or two during the latter part of his final sickness, and came back for the funeral. His home has been kept for several years past, by the widow of an older brother. Too much can hardly be said in praise of the way in which she and her sons have cared for "Uncle Alva" in his long and painful illness. The funeral was held on Saturday afternoon, at 2 o'clock, at the late residence on High Street, and the large numbers of old neighbors and acquaintances who thronged the house bore testimony to the esteem in which he was held by those who knew him. The services were conducted by Dr. Platts, assisted by Rev. T. W. North, and a quartet of young men sang some beautiful and appropriate selections, and elderly men, old acquaintances, bore the weary body to its final resting place in the beautiful Milton cemetery. "The Sabbath Recorder", Vol 21, No 28, p 111, July 13, 1865. In Lima, Rock Co., Wis., April 21st, 1865, in the 32d year of her age, Deima C. Brown, consort of Alva A. Brown. Sister Brown embraced religion, and united with the Seventh-day Baptist Church of DeRuyter when quite young, and removed with her friends to Wisconsin, and finally, settling within the bounds of the church at Milton, she united with that church, and remained an accredited and worth member until she was summoned to join the church and general assembly of the first-born in heaven. Although she was pleasantly situated in life, with a devoted husband and lovely little child, she felt reconciled to her Master's will, and cheerfully entered the chilly waves of death, with joyful expectations of a glorious union with her Heavenly Master on the other side of the swelling floods. "Blessed are the dead that die in the Lord." V. H.

"The Sabbath Recorder", Vol 20, No 40, p 159, Oct. 6, 1864. In Milton, Wis., Sept. 3d, 1864, of dysentery, Asa Burdick, aged 78 years, 1 month, and 19 days. In early life, Bro. Burdick experienced religion, and united with the First Alfred Church in Allegany Co., N. Y., where he remained a worthy member until about eleven years since, when he removed to Wisconsin and united with the church at Milton. Bro. Burdick was one of the number who, believing that the cause of Christ could be better served in a separate church, asked to be set off from the Milton church, which resulted in the organization of the Rock River Church. Since that time, until his death, he has been a faithful and efficient member of that church. In his death, the Church feel they have lost a grave counsellor, and an efficient worker in sustaining the interests of Christ's visible church. But they feel that what is their loss is his eternal gain. B. F. R. "The Sabbath Recorder", Vol 20, No 40, p 159, Oct. 6, 1864. In Milton, Wis., Sept. 9th, 1864, of dysentery, Mrs. Luanna Burdick, wife of Asa Burdick, aged 77 years and 2 days. Sister Burdick, with her husband, united with the First Alfred Church, and with him removed to Wisconsin, uniting first with the Milton Church, and then with the Rock River Church. She was always a faithful co-laborer in promoting the interests of religion. For a number of years, sister Burdick has been confined to the house, anxiously awaiting the summons of her Saviour to call her to her rest. But she with her husband have been gathered, like shocks of corn fully ripe, into the garner of the Lord. B. F. R.

Hey, it's me again. I'm also trying to find parents for Samuel Cheney, who married Anna Davis (d/o William "Bottom Billy") 12 November 1807 in Harrison Co WV. Anna's brother Jonathan named one of his sons after him (Samuel Cheney Davis, b. 1 May 1817 in Greene Co OH). Samuel Cheney Davis is my great-great grandfather. Does anybody know who Samuel Cheney's parents were and why Jonathan Davis named a son after him? Thanks, Nila

I'm trying to find all the children of John Davis (b.1774, s/o William "Bottom Billy") and his wife Elizabeth Hinton (d/o John Hinton). They were married in 1798 in Harrison Co WV. They appear on the 1820 & 1830 census in Champaign Co OH, but I can't find them in 1840. John died in 1842; I don't know about Elizabeth. I can't find her on the 1850 census. No wills show up in Champaign County for either of them. On the 1820 census there are four boys enumerated with John and Elizabeth, aged 14-20. Do any of you know who these boys were, and if there were any other children born to this couple? Thanks for any help! Nila

Up for auction on ebay this week is a handwritten list of Seventh Day Baptist ministers; they list was written in 1841, “as per Henry Clarke.” There are about 40 names on the list, with dates of birth and death. Here is the auction: http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&category=41188&item=6526645651 &rd=1&ssPageName=WDVW I’m not involved in this auction in any way, I just thought someone here might find it interesting. I copied out the photo of the list and printed it on my color printer, and it’s almost good enough to put in a frame. -- Maureen Clarke

http://www.mem.com/ another web site that might be useful.

"The North Loup Loyalist", North Loup, Nebraska, Friday, April 10, 1931, p 1. When news was received late Saturday afternoon that Mrs. Eva Thorngate had suddenly passed away from this life, there was general sadness and mourning in the village and country. While reports of her condition had not been so favorable the week preceding her death, hopes had been entertained for her ultimate recovery, and it seemed impossible to believe that she had gone. Following a major operation on March 17, at Hillcrest, Mrs. Thorngate passed through a critical period and seemed to be on the road to recovery when an infection of the lung set in. On Saturday afternoon an operation to relieve the condition and drain the lung was performed. Her condition afterward seemed to be very satisfactory up until a few minutes preceding her death, when the formation of a blood clot brought her life to a close. Her death coming so soon after that of the invalid mother for whom she had faithfully cared for the past nine years, has made the circumstances of her illness and death more than usually pathetic. The sorrowing husband and family have the deep sympathy of all who know them. Eva M. Mattison was born near Troy, N. Y., April 15, 1862 and departed from this life April 4, 1931, being nearly 69 years of age. She was the daughter of Luman and Mary Hall Mattison. When she was about two years of age, she with her parents moved from New York to Peoria county, Illinois, where they lived until after the death of her father in 1877. In 1879 she with her mother, brother and two younger sisters came to Nebraska. They first settled near Hastings, but in 1882 moved to North Loup, where her brother Byron Mattison took a claim. Since that time her home has always been at North Loup. She was one of the early teachers in Valley county, and in the North Loup schools. On March 31, 1887 she was married to Herbert Thorngate who is left to mourn her loss. To them were born three daughters, one of whom passed away when only four years of age. The other two, Mrs. Vera VanHorn and Vesta Thorngate of North Loup, and an adopted son Ernest of Battle Creek, Mich., with four grandchildren remain. There is also a brother, Byron, of Chippewa Falls, Wis., and a sister, Mrs. Mary Loofboro of New Auburn, Wisconsin. Mrs. Thorngate was baptized by Elder G. L. Crandall while at West Hallock, Ill. She joined the Seventh Day Baptist church there and later transferred her membership to North Loup where she has been a loyal and faithful member for more than forty years. Elder Crandall was also her pastor for about ten years at North Loup and performed her marriage ceremony. She was a modest, retiring woman and would not care for eulogies now. Being human she had her faults and no one realized it as well as she. Those that knew her best know that she never spared herself when she could be of help to someone else. She made a home for G. W. Thorngate and his ten year old daughter, Mabel for two years, after the passing of the wife and mother. For nearly ten years she has almost continuously had the care of her aged mother, whose farewell services were held only a little more than two weeks ago. She had an unfaltering trust in God and an unfailing faith in the general rightness of things as in accordance with the Divine plan. Funeral services conducted by Rev. Hurley S. Warren were held from the Seventh Day Baptist church Monday afternoon at 2:30. The scripture reading was the fourteenth chapter of John from which Pastor Warren selected as the text for his message, "Because I live, ye shall live also". Prayer was offered by Miss Brown pastor of the Friends church. Two hymns, "Saved by Grace" and "It's Not Far Away" were sung by Esther Babcock, Ava Johnson, Arch Moulton and Dell Barber, and Ralph and Margaret Sayre sang "Where We'll Never Grow Old". Many lovely flowers expressed the sympathy of friends. Pall bearers were neighborhood friends Chas. Collins, Chas. Brennick, Chas. White, Merrill VanHorn, Edward Green and Thurlow Weed acting in this capacity. The Missionary Society of which Mrs. Thorngate was a member, occupied seats together, as did the Legion Auxiliary of which Vera Van Horn is a member. Many friends and relatives followed the funeral cortege to the cemetery, where the body was laid to rest.

"The North Loup Loyalist", North Loup, Nebraska, Friday, Nov. 6, 1931, p 1. Frank B. Robbins esteemed and long-time citizen of North Loup, and one of the last remaining Civil War veterans of the village, has gone to his reward. A telegram received by V. W. Robbins, Tuesday, advised him of the sudden death of his father at St. Cloud, Florida on Monday November 2. A previous telegram had prepared the family for his death but the first news of the sudden fatal illness was unexpected. A card written by Mr. Robbins on October 30th, the day after their arrival in Florida was received the same morning that the telegram of his death reached here. In the card Mr. Robbins told of their pleasant trip, of having no illness to discomfort them on the journey and said that they were feeling fine after their arrival. [In the card Mr. Robbins also mentions having passed his 85th birthday.] The exact cause of Mr. Robbins' death has not been learned up to the present time (Thursday morning), but it is presumed that a stroke or a heart attack accounted for his sudden passing. A telegram from Mrs. Robbins expressed the desire to hold the body at St. Cloud until she comes north in the spring, when the remains will be brought here for burial, if the plan was agreeable to the family. V. W. Robbins telegraphed his consent to the arrangement, and Mrs. Robbins sent a message that she would follow this plan. Mrs. Robbins and the children have the sympathy of friends in their bereavement. It is a matter of regret that this winter's Pleasant sojourn should have been interrupted by the grim reaper, but those who knew him best will carry the remembrance of Mr. Robbins as he appeared before he left, active and strong for a man of his years. Frank Beesom Robbins was born in Brownsville, N. Y., October 29, 1846, and died at St. Could, Florida November 2, 1931. He was the son of Hosea and Lucinda B. Robbins. He enlisted in company B of the 20th New York cavalry, when a lad of seventeen years and continued in service during the duration of the Civil War. On September 10, 1865, Mr. Robbins was married to Celia L. Williams and to this union four children were born - one daughter, Hattie Clement of Geneva, Ill., La. Verne W. of North Loup, La Monte E. of Delavan, Wisconsin, and Henry, who died when thirteen years of age. Mr. and Mrs. Robbins came to Nebraska from Wells, Minnesota in 1883, and North Loup has been the family home since that time. Mrs. Robbins passed away May 19, 1919 after many years of invalidism, during which she was devotedly cared for by her husband. On July 6, 1920, Mr. Robbins was again united in marriage with Mrs. Emma Williams Agens of Milton Junction, Wisconsin, and they have continued their residence at the family home in North Loup except during the winters which they have spent at their winter home in Florida. Mr. Robbins was a member of the Seventh Day Baptist church and took an active interest in the affairs of his denomination. He was a regular attendant at church activities until the day of his death. Besides his wife and children he leaves behind eleven grandchildren and 6 great-grandchildren. His granddaughter Celia Hoshaw Moulton was raised in his family from a small child, and resided there until her marriage. An only sister, Alida L. Robbins, residing in Janes-Harrison Home, Minneapolis, also survives.

"The Sabbath Recorder", Vol 131, No 3, p 60, July 21, 1941. Mrs. Ella Combs was born May 23, 1862, and died April 6, 1941. Daughter of William and Elizabeth Williams Green, she was born at Watson, N. Y. In 1879, she came with her parents to Harvard, Neb., and a little later to North Loup. For a number of years she taught school. She was an excellent teacher. In September, 1900, she was married to George M. Combs. To them was born one son who survives. Her hisband died in April, 1931. At an early age she united with the Seventh Day Baptist Church at Watson, N. Y. Later she transferred her membership to North Loup. Besides her son Albert she is survived by an aunt, Sabrina Williams of this village, and a number of cousins in the east. She was in the tenth generation in direct line from Roger Williams. Funeral services were conducted by her pastor and burial was in the rural cemetery. A. C. E.