MONTE VISTA REPORTER NEWSPAPER EXTRACTIONS

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The information in this list was extracted from The Monte Vista Reporter. Although great care was taken with the spelling of names, we accept no responsibility for accidential omissions or misspellings.

December 29, 1899

Died, Leon Everett Lewis, son of Mr. and Mrs. J.D. Lewis, aged 18 years, died at 2 o'clock Wednesday morning of Brights disease, after an illness of several weeks.

January 5, 1900

The infant child of Mr. and Mrs. E.K. Perkins born Sunday, died and was buried Tuesday. The brief funeral services were preformed by Rev. G.L. Boroughs at the home. Only members of the family were present.

Married - Mr. Louis Conant to Miss Ethel Wintermute Monday at 2 o'clock at the residence of the bride's parents. Only members of the family were present. Mr.Conant a junior partner with the management of the Monte Vista Journal has been a resident of the town since early boyhood and is well thought of by a galaxy of old friends and acquaintances who predict for him and his young bride a long and happy wedded life.

A Dual Wedding - At the parsonage of Father Thomasin in Del Norte Wednesday at the hour of 1 pm. Mr. Henry Peartree and Miss Annie Sullivan and Also Mr. George Peartree and Miss Sade Wake were united in Wedlock. No guests were present. All four of the high-contacting partners are of good standing in Monte Vista society circles and have a host of friends who with The Reporter extend their congratulations and best wishes.

January 12, 1900

S. M. French, late commander of the Soldiers Home was married in Denver Monday to Mrs. Persis A. Arnold of that place.

Married - On the 18th just, at 5 o'clock pm at the house of John Pridmore, Monte Vista, by Rev. G. W. Stratton Mr. Orvey C. Shewalter of Salida and Miss Nettie Heaton of Monte Vista. There was a nice little party present to celebrate the nuptials.

As soon as the ceremony was over all were invited to partake of a most sumptous dinner which Mrs. Pridmore knows well how to prepare. The married party boarded the evening train for Salida, their future home. Mr. Shewalter is a prosperous

young man having a good position with the Rio Grande Railroad. Their many friends sent their good wishes after them. All present had a delightful time.

Married - Edward H. Burdick to Ella LaReine Heckler on Wednesday, January 17 at

the hour of 6 pm at the residence of the bride's parents. Rev. Merill performing the ceremony. Friends of the family were present. The married couple took the evening train to Denver where they will remain a few days before returning to Victor, their future home.

January 26, 1900

Born to Mr. and Mrs./ Louis Wyand Wednesday a 9 pound girl. Mother and child progressing well.

Death of Mrs. J. O. Abrams - As Mr. and Mrs. J. O. Abrams of the Norma District were coming to town in their double carriage Monday forenoon a sad accident occurred which cost the life of Mrs. Abrams. As they were nearing town just East of Swede Lane school-house, one of the horses stumbled and fell breaking the neck yolk and letting the tongue to the ground. This immediately frightened the horses and they ran breaking loose from the buggy, however, before upsetting it several times and throwing it's occupants from their seats. As soon as Mr. Abrams could regain his feet he started towards his wife and found

her unconscious. She was immediately brought to town and taken to the residence of Mr. Hawkins by the West end where she died about 5 o'clock in the afternoon. She was delirious at times and passed away without coming to complete consciousness.

In falling from the buggy she struck on her head causing a concussion of the brain.

The funeral services were conducted from the Presbyterian church at 1 pm the following day. Rev. Baum officiated. The remains were buried at the Monte Vista Cemetery.

Mrs. Abrams was married in Missouri in 1883 and came to Colorado eight years ago. In Mr. Abrams family are two boys and a girl to mourn the loss of a mother.

Mr. Hiram H. Marsh died of neuralgia of the heart at his residence in the East end Monday night at 9 o'clock.

Mr. Marsh first came to the valley about 18 years ago for the benefit of his health as he was at that time suffering severely from asthma.

He was connected very materially in the building up Monte Vista and the town and farming country around are indebted to him for much of their past growth and development.

He leaves no heirs except Mrs. Marsh to inherit his wealth which probably amounts to upward of $100,000.

The funeral services were conducted from the residence at 2 o'clock today and the remains were buried at the M.V. Cemetery.

February 2, 1900

Mrs. W. M. Shoup, the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Farnsworth died Tuesday of pelvic absyss and was buried Wednesday. The deceased leaves a husband and five children and numerous friends and relatives to mourn her loss.

The death of Lena Peartree formerly of this city is announced in the Daily Journal of Ogdensburg, NY as follows: Lena M. Peartree second daughter of Mrs. Charles A. Marceau died at her parent's home on LaFayette St. January 18th in her 20th

year. She was taken ill a week before and steadily declined until death intervened. Deceased was born in this city and except for a few years spent with her parents in Colorado, always lived here. Her many endearing qualities made her a

favorite among her associates and her early death has caused deep regret. A mother, step-father and several brothers and sisters survive and all receive sympathy in their bereavement.

February 16, 1900

Tryphosa Wake has commenced suit against her husband, George Wake for divorce. The case is in the district court and will be tried at the April term.

February 23, 1900

On Wednesday high noon Mrs John Newton and Miss Clara Anson were united in matrimony at the residence of the bride's parents. Rev Wm. Kety performed the ceremony.

Only a few of the near relatives and family were present, among whom were Messers Halsey and Lon Rhoads of Denver, Mr. and Mrs. John Newton, parents of the groom, Mr. Frank Brown and Miss Grace Newton and Elia Pickett. The newly wedded pair were the recipients of many costly and useful presents from their numerous friends, who with The Reporter, wish them many years of happiness. They will take up abode at the Collins place near Robb, which Mr. Newton will farm this coming season.

March 2, 1900

Mrs. Frances Mosher, wife of Mr. Athur Mosher who is an employee at the depot, died Monday morning of urenia after an illness of a few days. The deceased, who was in her twenty fourth year, leaves a husband, a little girl and relatives to mourn her loss. The funeral services were conducted yesterday morning under the direction of the Roman Catholic priest and the remains were interred at Monte Vista Cemetery.

March 23, 1900

J. S. Sanders, an old soldier at The Home and an inmate at the hospital who has been confined for some time suffering from eczema committed suicide Wednesday morning at about 3 o'clock and died about 12 hours afterwards. He sought his death by slashing his vitals with a razor in a futile attempt to reach his heart.

John Nelson, who mysteriously disappeared from his home in Swede Lane about a month ago, was found dead in an unfrequented place on Raton Creek by a Mexican last Saturday and was taken home and buried Monday forenoon. Indications showed that Nelson had hung himself on the limb of a tree with binding twine twisted together that he had probably taken from some straw stack and after the hanging the twine had parted letting the body fall to the ground. When found the corpse was but slightly decomposed and had not been mutilated by the many wild beasts that frequent that vicinity, although it had undoubtedly lay exposed for weeks.

March 30, 1900

Born to Mr. and Mrs. C. A. Andes Friday March 23, a son. All concerned are doing well.

John Phipps an inmate at the Soldiers Home died Thursday, March 27 from rheumatism of the heart. Deceased was born in Boston in 1840, enlisted in the army in Oct 1862, was discharged June 10, 1963.

April 6, 1900

Mr. Christopher Chapman and Miss Blanch Cann were united in marriage Tuesday at the home of Mr. Albert Pfeiffer. The wedding service took place at 4 o'clock in the afternoon, Rev F. J Hole officiating. Mr. Chapman is from Bachelor, and his bride has been teaching during the past winter at the Pfeiffer Schoolhouse. A small but very happy party witnessed the ceremony, and afterwards partook of a sumptuous wedding dinner. All wish long life and happiness to the contracting parties.

April 13, 1900 The MV Reporter and the San Luis Graphic Merge with this issue

Antonio Valdez, a boy about 17 years of age, was struck by lightening Monday evening at the mouth of the La Garita, near his father's ranch while working on a ditch. He was a graduate of Del Norte High School.

Born to Mr. and Mrs. Frank Bowdish, Saturday, April 7, a son. Mother and child are doing well.

April 27, 1900

A very pretty wedding was that which occurred at the Baptist church in Center April 22, 1900 at high noon, it being the marriage of Miss Anna Westfall to Mr. Clarence Mann. While the wedding march was being most admirably played by Mrs. Bertha Newcomer, Ada Coller and Jessie Webb, the little ribbon and flower girls marched forward making an isle of blue and white ribbons, then followed the groomsman and bridesmaid, Mr. Newman Sanders and Miss Georgie Bell, and the bride and groom following. Long Article

May 28, 1900

Mrs. W. J. Fellows died yesterday morning at about 11 o'clock from complications following child birth. The case has many sad features. There are 9 children 6 of them under 10 years of age.

June 1, 1900

Died-Stephen L. Pierce - At his ranch Southwest of Monte Vista Saturday morning at 5 o'clock, May 26 of pulmonary abscess.

The ritual services of Knights of Pythias lodge of which he was a member were held over his remains Sunday after which they were conveyed to the depot and shipped to Chicago where an aunt and uncle reside, from whence they may be shipped from Chicago to his mother in Maine in whose name he carried $1,000 insurance

Mr. Pierce came to the San Luis Valley for his health, seventeen years ago at the age of 21, and has been one of Monte Vista's highly respected citizens since that time.

June 8, 1900

Mr. Fred Cameron of near Mosca and Miss Myrtle Watts of Lariat were united in marriage at the home of the bride's parents, Wednesday June 6. Rev O. S. Baum officiating

June 15, 1900

A nice little wedding at the home of Mr. W.F. Bond in Monte Vista, Sunday afternoon at 5 o'clock the 10th, officiated by Rev. G.W. Statton. Mr. William F Bond of Monte Vista and Mrs. Louisa Grant of Alamosa. the parties were both widowed and of suitable age for each other. A few special friends were present on invitation. A most excellent repast was served after the marriage and was enjoyed with much relish. A most delightful afternoon was spent, all feeling it was good to be present.

Mathis - Hinkley A very interesting wedding occurred in Denver, Monday evening June 11. We refer to the wedding of Edgar H. Mathis, son of C. H. Mathis, of Monte Vista to Miss Anna C. Hinkley, daughter of Mrs. W. W. McIntosh. (Long article)

Goad - Newton At four o'clock on Tuesday afternoon, at the residence of the bride's parents, Mr. J Frank Goad and Miss Grace Bell Newton were united in matrimony by Rev. Wm. Keiry. Miss Sylvia Hunter stood up with the bride and Mr. Clarence Goad filled the place of best man. (Long article)

Sutherland - Warren Married the 13th at 8 o'clock pm at the house of the bride's parents, Mr. and Mrs. Seth Warren by the Re. G. W. Statton. Mr. Alvis Sutherland and Miss Cora M. Warren, both residents of the San Luis Valley. It was a nice quiet wedding with but few invited guests. The wedded couple are among our most excellent young people and their many friends wish them a bright and happy future. They go to housekeeping at once. Success in the future awaits them without doubt.

July 6, 1900

Mr. Whitford H. Freeman and Mrs. Ella E. Luark both of Del Norte were united in the holy bonds of matrimony at the Blanca Hotel in Monte Vista on July 4, 1900. Rev F. I. Stevens officiating.

July 13, 1900

Died at Pueblo, Tuesday at 10:20 am, July 10th, Mr. Herbert Edward Jermy after a two week's illness from the effects of sunstroke, age 37 years.

Mr. Jermy first came to America from England in 1883 and to Monte Vista four years later, being a resident of the place most of the time since that date. His two brothers, Mr. George and A.W. Jermy of this place went to Pueblo Monday, and after his death brought the remains to Alamosa where they were left in charge of the Woodman Lodge of which he was a member and was interred yesterday at that place.

Mr. Jermy is not only mourned by his relatives, but by a warm galaxy of friends, both at this place and Alamosa.

July 20, 1900

Born to Mr. and Mrs. Levi Peck of Bowen, on Tuesday, a son. All concerned doing well

Married - Mr. Elijah Thomas Denton to Miss May Allen Turnbull Thursday July 19, Justice J.D. Lewis performing the ceremony.

August 24, 1900

Mrs. John Worth of Center received a telegram Tuesday stating the sudden death of her father. Mrs. Worth took the train for Lamas, MO that night.

September 7, 1900

The nine month old baby of Mr. and Mrs. Fred Groom died Wednesday of cholera infantam. The funeral was conducted from the residence yesterday afternoon.

The infant child of Mr. and Mrs. Will Larick of Rock Creek died Wednesday of cholera infantum.

September 14, 1900

The infant child of Mr. and Mrs. Lewis Weyand died early Tuesday morning of cholera infantum and was buried Wednesday.

Robert A. Brown died of apoplexy on Sunday September 9. Monday his remains were embalmed and forwarded to Denver, where the wife of the deceased resides. The deceased was 68 years old and had been an inmate of the Home for about five months.

September 21, 1900

D. D. Bloom, one of the first settlers in this part of the valley, died at Crestone Monday the 17th. The remains were brought to Garnett for interment Wednesday.

September 28, 1900

The six month old baby of Mr. and Mrs. L. D. Troutfetter died Tuesday and was buried Wednesday, the ceremonies taking place from the residence. The child came to his death from an attack of spinal meningitis and a complication of ailments.

October 5, 1900

Died - Forest E. Chandler of typhoid fever at Cripple Creek, on Wednesday morning September 20. Thursday the remains were shipped to Monte Vista , arriving Friday. Saturday afternoon at 2 o'clock, the funeral services were conducted from the Methodist Church. After a very impressive sermon by Rev. Smith the services were completed by the Knights of Pythias at the cemetery. (Long Article)

October 12, 1900

Died- Mrs. Bertha E. Elliott on Saturday morning Oct. 5, aged 56 years. Her death was brought about by the bursting of a blood vessel in her brain causing a paralysis of one side. She was a sufferer only a few moments when unconsciousness came, in which state she remained to the end, about 36 hours time.

Mrs. Elliott had been a resident of Monte Vista for a number of years during which time she was a p______ worker in the M.E. church. The funeral services were conducted from the house on Sunday afternoon and a large gathering of friends, present at both the house and cemetery. The deceased leaves no children, but a husband, two brothers and a sister as well

October 19, 1900

Born to Mr. and Mrs. Clarence Carpenter on Saturday, October 13, a son. All concerned are doing well.