Rock Springs Miner no. 5 February 17, 1892 DEAD A Good Woman Gone to Her Reward THE HON. TIM KINNEY Gains a Son and Loses a Beloved Wife DIED-At her home in Rock Springs, Friday, February 12th, 1892, at 4:30 p. m., Maggie, beloved wife of Hon. Tim Kinney, at the age of thirty-two years. On Friday, the 5th inst., Mrs. Kinney gladdened her home with the birth of a fine boy, and a week later that home was turned into a house of mourning by the sudden taking away of the mother who had so recently made a husband's heart leap with delight and pride. Death, with its utter disregard of state, age or condition, laid its icy hand upon her, and she has taken her abode among the regenerated hosts of that bright world beyond the valley and the shadow of death. The sad event came with crushing force upon the relatives and friends of the estimable lady, few, if any, of whom knew of or realized her dangerous condition. The melancholy news caused tears to flow and brought sadness and sorrow to many hearts. The circumstances connected with her death made the shock doubly severe, but we bow to the Divine decree. Mrs. Kinney was one of the truest and best of women, lovable in the highest degree, and hers was one of the happiest homes. An ideal mother, a tender, affectionate and devoted wife, a devout christian, and a sympathetic friend to the helpless and needy, her virtues caused pleasures to gambol at her feet and made her hearthstone a paradise on earth. But her chair is empty now, and ever will it so remain until it crumbles away into dust, for it never can be filled one so gentle, so kind, so compassionate, so affectionate and so dutiful. The MINER knows how weak and vain are words at such a time to carry consolation to the stricken hearts, but such small solace as they can afford is tendered the afflicted in that mourning household. Five children survive her, Dora, 12 years of age; Joseph, 11 years; Mary 9; Angela, 2 years, and the baby only a week. The mother's death throws additional responsibilities upon the bereaved father, may he be empowered with greater strength to bear the heavy burdens which an All Wise Providence has seen fit to place upon him. The deceased also leaves behind to mourn her loss two brothers, William and Joseph Crookstone, and a half sister, Sarah Matthews, who is in Indiana, and a half brother, Richard Matthews. Her mother lies in the old graveyard where her first born also lies buried. Her remains were temporarily interred here until such time as they can be conveniently removed to Salt Lake City where another little mound is to be seen, over which the deceased shed many a tear. --- Rock Springs Miner no. 6 February 24, 1892 KILLED An Austrian Meets His Death in No. 1 Mine. We have to record another fatal accident in No. 1 mine, through the carelessness on the part of the workman himself. If Ferdinand had sounded the roof of his room in the morning of the 17th, as an experienced miner should never fail to do, he would, most likely, be alive today, but he neglected this precaution, and in consequence he lost his life. The falling coal struck him on the head, crushing in his skull, and he expired about an hour after he was injured. Coroner James L. Skedd, held an inquest over the body, Thomas Nisler and John Park, the foreman of the mine, being the principal witnesses examined. Thomas Nisler, upon oath said: "My brother went down the slope of No. 1 mine, Rock Springs, at about a quarter to six o'clock in the morning of the 17th day of February 1892, and I followed him fifteen minutes later. I found him mining on the right side of the room. He worked for about two hours. After that we got two cars in the room and we immediately loaded them, then we received two additional cars and we started to load them also, the box of the car was about full when the coal fell and struck him; a shot had been fired in the coal two days previously, and at the time we took down with the pick all the loose coal we could find; we sounded the coal on the evening of the 16th but did not try it on the morning of the 17th; we can't blame anyone but ourselves. The deceased was a native of Tyrol, Austria, and had been about eight months in America and about five months in Rock Springs; he was 25 years of age and unmarried." John Park, foreman of No. 1 mine, testified that when he came out of the mine one of the rope runners told him that there was a man hurt in No. 28 entry. He went down to 28 entry; some of the men had by that time got the man into an empty trip; he then came out of the mine and accompanied the injured man to his home; he was cut very severely about the head; afterward he examined the room very closely and found it in workmanship-like shape. Mr. Park gave it as his opinion that the coal had been hanging loose for some time before it fell and struck him. THE VERDICT We, the jurors duly empanelled and sworn by James L. Skedd, coroner, do find that the deceased, Ferdinand Regas, alias Fedinand Nilser, came to his death by a fall of coal on the 17th day of February, 1892 in 17 room, 28 entry, in No. 1 mine, Rock Springs, Sweetwater county, state of Wyoming, caused through carelessness by working under loose coal. And we do further find that the deceased was a native of Austria; was 25 years of age and unmarried; and also that no other party was to blame for the said accident. Z. B. MEREDITH, Foreman. GEORGE L. YOUNG. JOHN FREEMAN, Clerk. Dated the 19th day of February, 1892, at Rock Springs, Sweetwater county, state of Wyoming. THE FUNERAL The countrymen of the dead man turned out to the number of about 150 and followed the hearse in long procession to the grave. As is their custom, the city band played solemn dirges in advance of the hearse and Joe Facinelli led the long line to march. There were about fifteen carriages in rear of the pedestrians. The six pall bearers wore mourning badges and the regalia of S. A. T. B., Andrea Offer No. 1, and also Joe Facinelli and about forty members of the order. The deceased was held in high esteem by his countrymen, and they certainly accorded his remains a respectable and prominent burial on Friday last. --- Deaths Fatality seems to continue among children. Two funerals of little ones took place on Sunday. The nine months' old girl of Mr. and Mrs. Charles Nelson died on Saturday, also the child of Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Coffee. Both were buried on Sunday. The funerals were largely attended by sympathizing friends of the bereaved parents. Many carriages were in the procession. --- Rock Springs Miner no. 7 March 02, 1892 Reuben Fowkes of Almy, for a long time foreman of one of the Union Pacific coal mines there, died of Tuesday, the 23rd of February, of inflammation of the bowels. --- Rock Springs Miner no. 7 March 02, 1892 A ten-month-old child of Mr. and Mrs. Chas. Smith, at No. 4, was buried on Sunday. --- Rock Springs Miner no. 7 March 02, 1892 An Austrian, 27 years of age, died of the grip, and was buried this morning. Services by Father Delahunty were held at the Catholic church which was crowded with friends of the deceased. --- Rock Springs Miner no. 8 March 09, 1892 J. W. Collins, the San Diego, Cal. banker, formerly of Cheyenne, committed suicide, and was buried on the 5th inst. The failure of his bank and his arrest for the embezzlement of $200,000 led him to self destruction. --- Rock Springs Miner no. 10 March 23, 1892 Deaths The angel of death entered the home of Mr. and Mrs. Soren Larsen on Thursday last, 17th, and plucked from a happy home, their pet and first born. She was thirteen months old and her prattle was music to the father and mother. But it is silent now, and the parents look into the empty cradle with sorrowing hearts. May they find comfort from on High. The funeral, which was largely attended, took place on Friday, the Rev. Smith being the officiating clergyman. DIED--Last week, the newly born babe of Mrs. Otto Hendrickson. It was brought into this world only to breathe a few hours. The mother, although critically ill for some time, is now improving. --- Rock Springs Miner no. 10 March 23, 1892 Hon. Tim Kinney is in from the range and is making arrangements to lift and ship to Salt Lake City the bodies of his wife and child and also the body of Mrs. Matthews, Mrs. Kinney's mother. He has purchased a vault in the Salt Lake cemetery in which they will be placed. --- Rock Springs Miner no. 11 March 30, 1892 The three days old child or Mr. and Mrs. John Sharp died and was buried on Sunday. The sorrowing mother is bearing up under load of troubles as well as can be expected. --- Rock Springs Miner no. 11 March 30, 1892 Little Tommy, about three years old, next to the youngest in the family of Mr. and Mrs. Pat Hynes, died on Thursday of throat trouble and was buried at 2 o'clock on Friday. The services were held at the family residence and at the grave, the Rev. Father Delahunty officiating. He was a bright little fellow, and his loss is keenly felt. The funeral was largely attended and Mr. Dan Hynes came up from Green River to be present at the obsequies. The sympathy of this entire community goes forth to the parents and their surviving children in the sad hour of affliction. --- Rock Springs Miner no. 11 March 30, 1892 Mrs. Dawson, the widow of Mr. Dawson, who was drowned in Hutton late last October and whose body was discovered by Ben Breese and Tom Davis on Wednesday last, arrived in Laramie from California and was present at the interment of her husband's remains. --- Rock Springs Miner no. 12 April 06, 1892 The youngest, a boy of eleven months old, has been plucked from the home of Mr. and Mrs. W. B. Rae. He died Friday morning and was laid away on Saturday. The funeral services were held in the Mormon church and a large number of mourners followed the little casket to the grave. To the bereaved parents, words of condolence are extended during this dark hour of affliction. --- Rock Springs Miner no. 13 April 13, 1892 Mr. and Mrs. J. Nelson lost their six-year-old boy at the end of last week. As he was recovering from the measles, inflammation set in and his young life ebbed away. The infant child of Mr. and Mrs. Mike Roach died and was buried on Friday. Born like a gleam of sunshine to brighten their home, then it faded and passed away forever. --- Rock Springs Miner no. 14 April 20, 1892 Little Willie Gone Great sorrow has befallen the happy home of Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Crofts. Their little Willie, about six years and a half old, has passed away. He was a bright boy, and during life endeared himself to his father and mother who are heartbroken. May they seek comfort from Him who is alone able to sustain their troubled hearts with brightest hopes. The funeral takes place this afternoon at 2 o'clock from the Episcopal church. --- Rock Springs Miner no. 14 April 20, 1892 The casualties on last Friday were one Chinaman killed in No. 4 mine by falling coal, and one Austrian injured in No. 7 mine. The latter is bruised up severely, but hopes are entertained of his pulling through. --- Rock Springs Miner no. 16 May 04, 1892 Died in South Africa A letter has just been received conveying the sad news of the death of W. K. A. Kidd, aged 45 years at Harding, Natal. The deceased was the oldest brother of Mrs. John Laboar and Mrs. Robert Smith. Fifteen years ago he sailed from Glasgow, Scotland, and never visited his native land since that time. Peace to his ashes in his far away grave. --- Rock Springs Miner no. 16 May 04, 1892 Asleep at Last Thomas Ledbetter, aged 78 years, an old resident of Rock Springs, and at one time a justice of the peace in this city, died on Saturday night and was interred on Sunday afternoon. He was a native of England, but had been in America for many years. He was a good old man, respected in life, mourned now that he has gone home. May his ashes rest in peace. --- Rock Springs Miner no. 17 May 11, 1892 About a week ago Mr. and Mrs. George Chilton lost their youngest child, a baby about two months old. --- Rock Springs Miner no. 18 May 18, 1892 The infant child of Mr. and Mrs. Alex Waikingshaw, who died Friday morning, was buried on Saturday afternoon. The many friends of the bereaved parents extend their sympathy. --- Rock Springs Miner no. 18 May 18, 1892 Mr. and Mrs. P. Berquist, of Blair town have lost their youngest child. The funeral took place last Sunday afternoon and was largely attended. May consolation rest upon the afflicted family. --- Rock Springs Miner no. 19 May 25, 1892 The angel of death entered the home of Mrs. Johns Sunday morning at 3 o'clock and robbed that household of one of its brightest ???ms. Little Emily, aged six years, two months and three days, was a special favorite with all her young associates, but now her innocent ?attle is forever stilled in death. Diptheria was the fatal malady. Her funeral took place Sunday afternoon, and her remains were quietly laid to rest in the silent city of the dead. Mrs. Johns has the sympathy of the entire community in this sad hour of darkness. --- Rock Springs Miner no. 20 June 01, 1892 Died from his Injuries Mike Hudrak, who has his skull fractured about two weeks ago in No. 4 mine, died last Tuesday and his remains were interred on Friday. The funeral took place from the Catholic Church where services were held. The attendance was unusually large. The deceased was a young man, industrious and sober with many friends who mourn his untimely death. --- Rock Springs Miner no. 21 June 08, 1892 Asleep For the fourth time the angel of death has entered the home of Mr. and Mrs. Alexander Beveridge, and chilled the hearts of the parents. On Thursday they were called upon to give up their little darling Nettie, their six months old pet. The funeral took place on Friday afternoon from the family residence. The sympathy of the community goes out to them in their sad hour of bereavement. --- Rock Springs Miner no. 21 June 08, 1892 In Memorium It is with feelings of great sorrow that we have this week to record the death of Miss Mary Pemberton, in Wales, on May 15th 1892. This young lady, who was held in the highest esteem, was here about two years ago, the guest of Mr. and Mrs. G. W. Edwards, and to Mrs. Edwards she was a near and dear friend. We can remember her pleasant ways, generous nature and many deeds of true charity. Requiescat in pace. --- Rock Springs Miner no. 21 June 08, 1892 Harry C. Bernard, formerly a U. P. engineer, accidentally shot himself at Saratoga a few weeks ago. He died last Friday from the effects of his wounds. --- Rock Springs Miner no. 22 June 15, 1892 Accidental Death On Friday night, about 9 o'clock as a freight train slacked up at Blairtown, making the swing between Green River and Rock Springs, a middle aged man named Charles Bensow who was beating his way, fell between two cars and the wheels went over one side of him, crushing an arm and leg in a frightful manner. The crew did not discover him until after they had been to Rock Springs and were on the return trip, probably half an hour from the time he was injured. The poor man lay in a pool of blood and was very weak. The conductor lost no time in bringing him to the city where Dr. Norton relieved the sufferer as best he could, but he was beyond surgical or medical aid. He died about 3 o'clock in the morning. He realized his end was near and to agent Levesque he told his sad story. He was an upholster by trade and had lived in Minneapolis for ten years, but he had been to the Pacific Coast trying the better himself and his trip proved a failure. He was on his way east with two dollars in his pocket. He was the owner of a gold watch which he requested Mr. Levesque to sell and use the proceeds to recover his trunk which was held in San Francisco for a board bill of $28.00 In his trunk, he stated were deeds for three lots in Minneapolis which he expressed a wish to be sold and the money sent over to his widow and two children who are at present in Germany. He talked calmly about his affairs and was resigned to his fate. Coroner James Skedd held and inquest of his remains which were interred on Saturday afternoon. --- Rock Springs Miner no. 22 June 15, 1892 Mine Accident that Proved Fatal Harry Johnson a miner, was injured in No. 4 mine of Friday at 12 o'clock in the following state, one leg was broken and his body crushed, but hopes were entertained that he would be able to pull through. On Saturday however he succumbed to the internal injuries he received which proved more serious than at first considered. He was a member of the I. O. O. F. in Colorado and the members of Excelsor Lodge showed the respect due their dead brother by taking charge of the funeral. The deceased was a quiet, steady man with a host of friends who esteemed him in life and now mourn his death. He leaves a widow and two children who are heart-broken over the loss of a true husband and kind father. May they find consolation from on High to bear them up in this their most sorrowful hour. At the inquest the following verdict was rendered by the jury. ROCK SPRINGS WYO., June 13th 1892. We the undersigned Jurors duly empaneled and sworn by Coroner James L. Skedd, in the case of Henry Johnson deceased, do find: that the said Henry Johnson came to his death by a fall of rock in number 16 room, number 7 entry, number 4 mine, Rock Springs, Sweetwater County Wyo., on the 10th day of June A. D. 1892. THOMAS PHILLIPS Foreman, Signed J. D. MAWLSON MARONI DUNCAN Clerk --- Rock Springs Miner no. 22 June 15, 1892 In Memorium A year ago on the 7th of June, the soul of Wm. Young passed from earth to Heaven. His beloved wife although far away in Buffalo New York, remembered the mound in yonder grave yard and sent a cross of natural flowers to decorate the spot where lies buried her earthly hope. The tears of Mr. and Mrs. Brooks mingle with the widows's but will all the sadness, there is a gleam of gladness for they shall all meet him on that beautiful shore. --- Rock Springs Miner no. 22 June 15, 1892 We have received information through the mail that John Mushet formerly a resident of Rock Springs, died a few days ago at Coal Creek, Colorado. The deceased was a steady and honorable man. --- Rock Springs Miner no. 23 June 22, 1892 Died in Salt Lake City Mr. Wm. Reese of this City died in Salt Lake City on last Friday. Mr. Reese has been an invalid for a number of years and went to Salt Lake in hopes of improving his health, but was only there a few days when he passed away. He leaves a wife and six children to mourn the loss of a kind husband and father. May they find consolation from on High to bear them up in this their most sorrowful hour. His family left for Salt Lake on the 5:30 train Saturday evening where the remains were interred. --- Rock Springs Miner no. 28 July 13, 1892 Gone to Her Long Rest Mrs. Wickens died early on Sunday morning, aged 62 years, and was interred Sunday afternoon at five o'clock. The funeral took place from the Congregational church, the Rev. H. N. Smith conducting the services. Appropriate hymns were sung by the choir. The deceased was an old resident of Rock Springs, and during a long period of usefulness was esteemed and loved. After her husband's death, about seven years ago, she became a great sufferer, but she bore her troubles patiently but now her cares are over. Let her sleep. Her daughter, Mrs. Warren, and her sister, Mrs. Amos, of Carbon, were constantly at the bed side of the sufferer during her last moments. --- Rock Springs Miner no. 29 July 20, 1892 Death of Peter Craven Peter Craven died at his home in Granger at 5 25 p. m. on Wednesday July 13th 1892, aged 35 years, 10 months and nineteen days. He was a member of Sweetwater Lodge No. ? A. O. U. W. and of Castle Rock Lodge I. O. O. F. As soon as the news of his death reached Green River, the Odd Fellows sent up a delegation to take charge of the remains and see to the arrangements for their shipment to Denver. Rit?ie Brothers, Ogden, supplied the casket and ????. Funeral services were held at his home, the citizens of the town and any members of the orders, to which he belonged, being present. The casket was carefully boxed and transferred to the depot; and under the personal supervision of Mr. Mathieson, of Green River, taken to Denver, where it was received at the depot by a delegation of local Odd Fellows and conveyed to the cemetery where the burial services of the order were read. The deceased leaves a wife and four children in Granger and an aged mother in Denver. Mrs. Craven accompanied the remains of her husband to Denver. She will return in a few days and close up her husband's business. Mr. Craven's good standing in the Ancient Order of United Workmen furnishes his widow with the neat, little sum of $2000, but all he bequeaths to her, having had no other insurance, but this of self, if judiciously handled, will keep the window and her children ?ove pecuniary want and distress until the children attain years when they will be able to provide for themselves and assist their mother. This case is only one of the many showing the wisdom of a father in making provision for his family. Mr. Craven was a powerful man physically and had every indication of being a man to whom long life would be alloted, but at the early age of 35 years he was cut down. All honor his memory. He was a careful ??er, and in the event of his death, although he entertained no fears of its early coming, he joined the Ancient Order of United Workmen, so that his wife and little ones would have bread, when he had passed away, without help from this world's charity. For several years the deceased was ?ction foreman in the employment of the U. P. Company but late-?? conducted the Granger hotel. He was a man of large acquaintance, highly respected, possessing all ??? attributes of manhood. Resolutions of respect have been adopted by the Ancient Order of United Workmen and by the Odd Fellows, of Green River which we publish in this issue. --- Rock Springs Miner no. 29 July 20, 1892 H. Smith, better known as "Smithy" the constable at New Fork was shot and killed a few days ago by one of two desperadoes whom he was arresting for some crime committed in Colorado. The killing took place in Westfall's store, Smith was cautioned that they were desperate men, but the murderer gained his confidence and to show his gratitude he killed Smith for giving him a little freedom. Both mounted their horses and escaped to the mountains. --- Rock Springs Miner no. 29 July 20, 1892 Mr. and Mrs. Moss, of Granger, lost their week old baby last week. It was buried in Green River on Saturday. The mother is progressing as well as can be expected. --- Rock Springs Miner no. 29 July 20, 1892 A chinaman was killed in No. 1 entry, No. 4 mine on Monday by a fall of rock. --- Rock Springs Miner no. 30 July 27, 1892 Little George Irwin, the 4 years old son of Mr. and Mrs. John Irwin, died on Saturday afternoon from the effects of a severe attack of diphtheria. The funeral took place from the family residence at 4 o'clock on Sunday afternoon, thence to the Congregational church where services were held, and from the church the solemn procession went to the cemetery. Mr. and Mrs. Irwin have been battling with a great deal of sickness among their little ones this summer and the sympathy of this entire community goes out to them in their present heavy load. --- Rock Springs Miner no. 30 July 27, 1892 With the Angels The dark cloud still overshadows Tim Kinney's home. About four and one half months ago Mrs. Kinney gave up her life for her babe and now it is called away to be with her among the Heavenly hosts. It took sick on Saturday with cholera infantum and died on Sunday evening. Many willing hands administered to the little sufferer, but God willed it should join the cherub train. Mr. Kinney with a heavy heart took the remains to Salt Lake city on Monday morning, there to be interred. His family accompanied him, also the nurse who had the babe under her charge. This community mourns with Mr. Kinney in his many trials and prays that the giver of true consolation will vouchsafe comfort to his aching heart and soothe the anguish that rends his breast. --- Rock Springs Miner no. 33 August 17, 1892 A ten months' old son of Mr. and Mrs. John Zeni, Austrians, who live on First addition, was buried yesterday. --- Rock Springs Miner no. 33 August 17, 1892 F.O. Sawin, the surveyor, well known here, committed suicide at a ranch near Saratoga, by shooting himself through the head. He was tired of life at 57 years. A window and a little daughter survive him. --- Rock Springs Miner no. 35 August 31, 1892 A child of Mr. and Mrs. Isaacson was buried yesterday. --- Rock Springs Miner no. 35 August 31, 1892 The death of Mrs. C. M. Moore on Friday last is a sad loss to the bereaved husband and three motherless children. Her remains were taken east for burial. --- Rock Springs Miner no. 35 August 31, 1892 The infant son of Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Robinson died on Monday as was buried yesterday afternoon. --- Rock Springs Miner no. 36 September 07, 1892 Abraham Forsman, a native of Finland, was buried last Thursday. He met his death in No. 7 mine while at work. A large piece of rock fell upon and broke his back, killing him almost instantly. He leaves a wife and five children in his native land. An inquest was held over the remains by acting coroner E. P. Philbrick. --- Rock Springs Miner no. 36 September 07, 1892 A six months old child of Mr. and Mrs. Carlo Pare, Austrians, died on Monday and was buried yesterday. Mr. pare was at work when Mr. Slavero was sent to him informing him of the baby's death. The funeral was largely attended. --- Rock Springs Miner no. 37 September 14, 1892 Death has entered the home of Mr. and Mrs. Louis Covi and taken away their infant boy. The funeral took place yesterday afternoon and was largely attended. They sympathy of their many friends is extended to the bereaved parents. --- Rock Springs Miner no. 38 September 21, 1892 Deaths On Sunday afternoon, at two o'clock, there was a double funeral at the same time from the Congregational church. It was remarked as a rather unusual circumstance and Rev. H. N. Smith, who officiated, so regarded it. The home of Mr. and Mrs. Thomas at Botterill is bereft of their only hope, their little boy. Croup carried him away. The loss is felt keenly by the parents whose earthly joys were centered in their boy. Their many friends sympathize with them in their hour of grief. Mr. and Mrs. Alexander McQuarrie mourn the loss of their little daughter about twelve months old. The pall bearers were Alma Ramsay, Irene Howell, Annie Davis and Stella Heitz. Beautiful flowers ornamented the casket and decorated the interior of the hearse. This community extends condolence to the afflicted parents. Mr. and Mrs. John Fallet's baby died and was buried on Monday afternoon. The funeral was attended by a large number of the bereaved parents' friends in carriages and on foot. On Monday morning at six o'clock the angel of death entered the home of Mr. and Mrs. Luke Doyle and laid its fey hand upon their infant child. The funeral took place on Tuesday. A very sad death occurred at Green River, on Saturday from typhoid fever. Mrs. Glasson, an exemplary mother and faithful wife was called hence. The funeral, which took place from the Congregational church on Monday, was one of the largest ever seen in Green River. She leaves behind a grief-stricken husband with three small children to whom it is hoped, consolation may soon be vouchsafed in this, the day, of their heaviest sorrow. --- Rock Springs Miner no. 40 October 05, 1892 On Wednesday the eleven months old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Lamar died from congestion of the brain. The funeral took place on Friday from the family residence where short services were held. Many and profuse were the floral offerings that ornamented the little casket. The death of their girl baby is a heavy blow to the parents whose sorrowing hearts call for worlds of sympathy and consolation from all. --- Rock Springs Miner no. 40 October 05, 1892 Melancholy Death On the 29th of September, at Fort Logan, near Denver, Colorado, Lieutenant Charles H. Cochran died of typhoid pneumonia, at 2:50 a. m. He had been ill for seven weeks of typhoid fever, contracted on the target range at Bellevue, Nebraska, and he was obliged to leave there before completing his duty. Up to a couple of hours before his demise no danger was anticipated; in fact for the three previous days his condition was much improved. Mrs. Cochran and her brother, Mr. Granger, who is in business in Denver, took the body to Zanesville, Ohio, on the evening of the 29th, where the loving wife had the remains interred. There was a military funeral from the house to the depot but no church services as Mrs. Cochran wished them held at her eastern home. Lieutenant Cochran's death has cast a gloom over the Seventh Regiment. He was beloved by the soldiers and everywhere called forth admiration as a man and officer. He was stationed in Rock Springs for several years with Company "A", and his death falls upon us with a force which makes us feel that a good friend has gone. He was a noble man--true and honorable and to his sorrowing widow the hearts of all here go forth in her anguish and early widowhood. May the King of Kings extend consolation to her in her deep affliction. --- Rock Springs Miner no. 42 October 19, 1892 Gone To Heaven The seven months old boy of Mr. and Mrs. August Ryberg died on Friday morning as was buried Saturday afternoon from the family residence. Rev'd F. S. Moore read the Episcopal services and Rev'd H. N. Smith made a few remarks. Appropriate hymns were sung. The little casket was embedded in flowers and floral decorations also ornamented the bed of the little sleeper. A large number of the friends of the parents attended the funeral, to whom the sympathy of this community is extended in their hour of deepest sorrow. --- Rock Springs Miner no. 42 October 19, 1892 Mrs. Landeburger has received word of the death of her father, Mr. L. L. Gustine, last Friday in Philadelphia, Pa., aged 77. He leaves a widow over 70 years of age, two sons and two daughters. Her many friends condole with Mrs. Landenburger over the death of her father. --- Rock Springs Miner no. 43 October 26, 1892 Sad Death Leslie A. Glenn, a miner, in the prime of his life, was cut down a week ago today and a widow with a babe in her arms mourns the loss of her main-stay and hope on this earth. Typhoid fever caused the vacant chair. The deceased was a man among men; honored, respected abroad and loved at home. In public life he was prominent. At the republican county convention he was a delegate from the north side precinct and the people's party selected him as their candidate for sheriff. But he sleeps now, calmly, peacefully, while his friends revere his memory. He was born in Ohio and came to Rock Springs three years ago. At the time of his death he was 29 years old. When in life he was a strong supporter of secret societies and died in good standing in the Masons, the I. O. O. F. and the Knights of Pythias. The Odd Fellows here took charge of the remains and conducted the funeral which took place on Friday. The weather being propitious and the house unable to accommodate the mourners, the Rev'd F. S. Moore read the beautiful Episcopal services of the dead in front of the family residence in the open air. The handsome silver mounted casket which bore the emblems of the three orders, the Masons, Odd Fellows and K. P. was beautifully decorated the flowers and "Our Brother" adorned the plate. A last look at the still form was taken as he lay clothed in the regalia of the I. O. O. F., then the procession winded its way to the cemetery. The band played solemn dirges during the march and the Knights of Pythias and Odd Fellows formed a guard of honor. The pall bearers were Andrew Johnson, John Garrison, J. O. Jones, Dan McNamarra, George W. Harvey and James Iredale. They were all Odd Fellows and wore the regalia of that order, although J. O. Jones and Dan McNamarra represented also the Masons and Andrew Johnson and James Garrison the Knights of Pythias. The remains were interred in the Odd Fellows burying ground. At the grave the Knights of Pythias held first held services Mr. J. S. Davis officiating; then the Odd Fellows conducted their services with Chas. Lane as Chaplain and David G. Jones Noble Grand. The services were most impressive. The funeral was one of the largest ever seen in this city, many of his fellow workmen having sacrificed half a day's work to be present at the last sad rites of their dead brother. --- Rock Springs Miner no. 43 October 26, 1892 Mrs. Hattie Rathbun, wife of D. B. Rathbun died at Salt Lake City, on October 16th, 1892. Her remains were taken to Evanston and there interred. She leaves behind a husband and six children to mourn her loss. She was married in Green River in 1873 and moved to Fontenelle in 1877. --- Rock Springs Miner no. 43 October 26, 1892 John Filpola, a Finn, died at Hopkinsville and was buried on Friday. He had no relatives in this country. --- Rock Springs Miner no. 46 November 09, 1892 Fatal Accident A. P. Swanson, a coal miner was instantly killed while at work in P. J. Quealy's mine on the 7th inst by a chunk of coal falling on him. He leaves a wife and three children wholly unprovided for. An inquest was held over the remains, and the particulars elicited are given below. The funeral took place on Wednesday from the Congregational church where Rev. H. N. Smith held solemn services. The church was crowded and many mourners, in carriages and on foot, followed the remains to the grave. Charles Lindquist, being duly sworn by Coroner Skedd, deposes and says: "We (my brother and I) went down the mine, Quealy's No. 2, this morning about half past seven o'clock. We started to work mining and worked on for about one hour when a large lump of coal fell down on top of my brother. It fell on his head. Our lights blew out and I hollered to the driver to help me. I tried to lift the coal off him, but it was too heavy. Then the driver and I tried to lift it but it was too heavy for the both of us. Then the driver went out after more help and got Mr. James and we three lifted the coal off of him. We carried him out to the main track, where I left him. he was quite dead when we lifted the coal off of him. CHARLIE LINDQUIST Deceased was a native of Sweden, about 36 years of age. He left a wife and three children. His name is A. P. Swanson. George L. Young, being duly sworn by J. L. Skedd, coroner, deposes and says: I heard somebody passing my room calling out there was a man killed. I followed him right to the room where the man was killed, on the second entry down the main slope and No. 1 room. When I went up to the face I saw the man lying dead where the coal fell on him. The coal had been removed. We moved him down to the main slope and took him outside. The room he was working in was in a perfectly safe condition. He had been lying down mining with a shovel under his shoulder to support it, and when he heard the coal falling he must have drawn his head out as the coal had caught his head between it and his shovel. He ought to have put a sp?? under his ??? and the coal is so easy to come down. GEORGE L. YOUNG Testimony of George L. young on cause of A. P. Swanson, killed in Quealy's mine No. 2, November 7, 1892. VERDICT OF JURY State of Wyoming, ) County of Sweetwater ) We, the undersigned jurors, duly empaneled and sworn by James L. Skedd, coroner, to inquire into cause of death of A. P. Swanson, deceased, do find that deceased came to his death by a fall of coal on the 7th day of November, A. D. 1892, in P. J. Quealy's mine No. 2, Rock Springs, Sweetwater county, Wyoming, through carelessness in mining his coal, and we do further find that no other party or parties was to blame for said accident. his THOMAS X EYNON mark EDMUND JAMES JOHN R. ROBERTS Clerk. --- Rock Springs Miner no. 46 November 09, 1892 Card of Thanks We desire to thank through the MINER, the kind friends who came to our assistance during the illness and the death of our darling boy, Richard. Particularly are we grateful to Mrs. Eimer, Mrs. Sandberg, Mrs. Robert Smith, Mrs. Brown, and others, who helped to lighten our burden by their liberality and true sympathy. We feel under many obligations to them. MR. AND MRS. H. PETERSON --- Rock Springs Miner no. 46 November 09, 1892 On Sunday Jenny, the 14 year-old daughter of Mrs. Johnson, died of diphtheria and was buried on Monday. The afflicted mother has the sympathy of her many friends. At the end of last week a Finn woman living at the back of No. 1 mine, died from the effects of a cancerous tumor. On Thursday forenoon Richard, the only son of Mr. and Mrs. Hans Peterson, fell into his last sleep, the direct cause of his death was typhoid fever. Some months ago, however, he was scratched by a dog on the face injuring one of his eyes, which reduced the strength of the boy and typhoid fever coming on top of his injuries, cut him off. He was a particularly bright little fellow, and a favorite at home and among his classmates at school. Although only seven years of age he was studious and quick to learn. The funeral took place from the Episcopal church on Saturday, the Rev. F. S. Moore officiating. The parents are heart-broken over the loss of their boy, whose hope and comfort he was. Mr. and Mrs. Peterson are Germans and having only been a short time in America, are not very familiar with the English language. The mother composed the following verses in her own language: MEMORIAL CARD Mother, when the father asks, "Where is our darling gone?" When he cries, when he suffers, Tell him I've gone to Heaven. Father, when mother cries, Many tears dropping for me, O, so plant when the sun is shining One on my grave there. Sweet, darling boy, RICHARD Eddie Potter, Robert A. Smith, Lord Carpenter, Wm. O'Donnell, Joseph Fletcher and Sandy Gilchrist were the pallbearers. --- Rock Springs Miner no. 47 November 16, 1892 David Miller, the jeweler, returned on Monday morning from Boone, Iowa, where he was called by telegram announcing the sad news of the death of his son from heart trouble. David Miller Jr, was a promising young man of 17 years, and was very favorably known here. Not feeling well, he went east about four weeks ago to seek recovery by change of climate, but he gradually sank and his young life passed away. he was a young man of stout build and looked ruddy, but his strength was all in appearance, having been sickly from childhood. The early death of young David has caused many kind words to be uttered in praise of the boy while in life, and the sympathy of this community is extended to the bereaved father, whose watchfulness over his son was unremitting. --- Rock Springs Miner no. 48 November 23, 1892 Death Mr. George F. Potter, on Monday, received a telegram containing the sad news of the death of his mother. She died on the 20th inst., aged 78 years, while on a visit to her daughter, Mrs. Reynolds in Toronto, Canada. Her home was in Plattsville, where she had resided for upwards of 50 years. Mrs. Potter was born in Norfolkshire, England, and was married there, but crossed the sea when she was twenty-three years old. She has been a widow twelve years. Two daughters who reside in Canada, the oldest son who lives in Salt Lake City and our respected citizen, George F. Potter, survive her. She died as she had lived, a Christian woman, having been an active member of the Methodist church for 50 years. Heart disease cut her down after a long life of usefulness. The remains were taken home for burial and the funeral takes place today. The friends of the family condole with Mr. and Mrs. Potter over their sad loss. --- Rock Springs Miner no. 49 November 30, 1892 A young man by the name of Taylor, who was known here as Frank Richard, died at the end of last week in the side room of Philbrick's stable. He had every attention from those around him and Dr. Norton was his physician, but the disease could not be overcome by the best remedies known to the profession. He came to Rock Springs about six weeks ago from Ogden, where his relatives reside. His brother came up from Utah and took the remains back with him to Ogden for burial. --- Rock Springs Miner no. 49 November 30, 1892 Mrs. R. S. Woodburn died at Richmond, Quebec, last week. Her husband, Mr. Woodburn, was employed about a year ago in the coal office here and went to Carbon, where he is clerk in the U. P. coal office. Mrs. Woodburn was in failing health some time before her death and went to Canada in the hope that the change of climate might benefit her. She leaves a sister in Saratoga, Mrs. F. H. Hood. --- Rock Springs Miner no. 49 December 07, 1892 On Saturday last a Chinaman was killed and another received slight injuries in No. 8 mine by falling coal. --- Rock Springs Miner no. 50 December 14, 1892 Mrs. Amos H. Bassett Dead It becomes the painful duty of the MINER this week to report the untimely death of Mrs. Amos H. Bassett at her husband's ranch, Lodore, Colorado, about 80 miles south of Rock Springs. Mr. Carrington came in on Tuesday evening and brought the sad news. He left this morning with a casket, in which to lay away the remains close to the home she adorned and loved so well. Mrs. Bassett was an unusually robust lady but for several months she was at times subject to attacks of inflammation of the bowels and about two weeks ago she became prostrated with pain. Mrs. Thompson, an intimate friend, who lives on Snake River, came over and administered to her wants. Mrs. Bassett's condition soon improved so that she was considered entirely out of danger and Mrs. Thompson returned home on Saturday, accompanied by Mr. Bassett. That evening she seemed to enjoy her supper and, as is customary, all at the ranch retired at an early hour. About three o'clock in the morning, Mr. Carrington, who happened to be at the ranch, was wakened by Mrs. Bassett calling in a feeble and distressed voice upon her son who was sleeping the the adjacent room to come to her. Mr. Carrington promptly went to her relief and James McKnight and Mrs. Bassett's two sons, the only inmates of the house that night, did everything within their power to save her life, but the disease master?d their hot applications and anasthetics and, after suffering excruciating agony, she breathed her last at 11 o'clock on Sunday morning. The deceased was a native of Little Rock, Arkansas, and came west with her husband about 12 years ago, stopping a short time in Green River. She then went on the ranch where she continuously resided, except during a brief period, when she came to Rock Springs at the time of the Indian trouble at Fort Thorn?gh. She was 35 years of age and leaves a husband and five children, the oldest a girl of 19 and the youngest a boy about 9 years old. Mrs. Bassett was a woman of ??ght intellect, public spirited and was the promoter of the school in ?? district. She was a kind mother ??d for hospitality she was acknowledged the ideal hostess for miles around. Her death makes the tears ??? each other down the tanned cheeks of the old mountaineers and has thrown the entire household into a paroxysm of grief. in the ??? a useful and busy life she ??? called Hence. Peace to her ashes. --- Rock Springs Miner no. 51 December 21, 1892 The six months' old child of Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Little died from pneumonia on Monday and was buried from the Mormon church yesterday. The many friends of the sorrowing parents sympathize with them in their bereavements. --- Rock Springs Miner no. 52 December 28, 1892 For Sale I have two very desirable houses in the first addition and one in the second addition, the property of the estate of Mary G. Pemberton which I will sell at a bargain. For particulars call on First National Bank, Reavill & Mail or GRIFFTH W. EDWARDS EXECUTOR. --- Rock Springs Miner no. 52 December 28, 1892 At the sale in Green River, on the 26th inst, of the McKnight ranch, which was sold by Joseph Young, administrator of the estate of Michael J. Farley, to satisfy a mortgage, there were not many bidders. Walter Serivner was the purchaser. ---