James Vance, born abt 1798, died at the age of 73 on 8 May 1872, in Labette Co., KS, 4 miles east of Cherryvale, Montgomery Co., KS. That is about 2 miles the other side of the county line. I realize that this is probably too early for county death records. Where would the nearest newspaper have been in 1872? Is there someone who could look up an obituary for me? I am looking for mention of any family members. If there was a probate it may have been done in either Labette Co., or in Montgomery Co. Is there anyone in the area who could do a look-up for me? It would be greatly appreciated! Thanks, Carole in Portland, OR